I used to own where the two antennas are. Sayang naibenta ko
Showing posts with label Gate 2. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Gate 2. Show all posts
Monday, March 20, 2017
Video of SCH Antenna Ascent via Gate 2
Wheels of Happiness
I used to own where the two antennas are. Sayang naibenta ko
I used to own where the two antennas are. Sayang naibenta ko
Wednesday, December 14, 2016
Who says that you can climb San Carlos Gate 2 only using 24 (granny gears)?
Wheels of Happiness
Rizal Philippines
December 14, 2016
Whenever I climb SCH and climb Gate 2 (the one that leads to the Sacred Heart church) the steepest part of the climb to SCH, they say you can only climb that using the triplet or the granny gear. And sure enough the last times I ascended that hill, I used 24 x 28 or 32.
This morning though I used 32 x 36 and it was more than enough. How did I know I can do this?
Last week I tried the diversion the Morong side using 42 x 36. I was able to do this comfortably. Early this week, I tried the foot of the SCH II using 42 x 32. I was able to negotiate the same well.
So if I shift to 32, I concluded I could do this. Morever, I can do 5 to 10 minutes standing on the trainer using 39 x 17 on medium heavy setting. That is strength and endurance.
Rizal Philippines
December 14, 2016
Whenever I climb SCH and climb Gate 2 (the one that leads to the Sacred Heart church) the steepest part of the climb to SCH, they say you can only climb that using the triplet or the granny gear. And sure enough the last times I ascended that hill, I used 24 x 28 or 32.
This morning though I used 32 x 36 and it was more than enough. How did I know I can do this?
Last week I tried the diversion the Morong side using 42 x 36. I was able to do this comfortably. Early this week, I tried the foot of the SCH II using 42 x 32. I was able to negotiate the same well.
So if I shift to 32, I concluded I could do this. Morever, I can do 5 to 10 minutes standing on the trainer using 39 x 17 on medium heavy setting. That is strength and endurance.
Saturday, August 27, 2016
Riding up Gate 2 of San Carlos on a MTB with relative ease
Wheels of Happiness
Rizal Philippines
August 27, 2016
Biking up San Carlos even from Gate 1, Tolentino. You have to be in your lowest gear. Most of those who I see riding up use their granny gears : 24 x 32 to 36. (I try to ride 32 x 28 or 32) As a matter of fact single motor bike offer a towing service who are less inclined to suffer.
It is even more so riding up from Gate 2. From Ynares st, it is a hard steep ride. Not many attempt riding up this path. I have seen only 2: MTB from Taytay and Smith. They all use granny gear.
First time I rode this path, I had to stop and walk. I had difficulty in breathing and pedalling. I am able to ride this up with relative ease. This morning in our PE I rode this route again. Less hard breathing compared before. Mabuhay
Rizal Philippines
August 27, 2016
Biking up San Carlos even from Gate 1, Tolentino. You have to be in your lowest gear. Most of those who I see riding up use their granny gears : 24 x 32 to 36. (I try to ride 32 x 28 or 32) As a matter of fact single motor bike offer a towing service who are less inclined to suffer.
It is even more so riding up from Gate 2. From Ynares st, it is a hard steep ride. Not many attempt riding up this path. I have seen only 2: MTB from Taytay and Smith. They all use granny gear.
First time I rode this path, I had to stop and walk. I had difficulty in breathing and pedalling. I am able to ride this up with relative ease. This morning in our PE I rode this route again. Less hard breathing compared before. Mabuhay
Sunday, August 21, 2016
Hard training yesterday and today using the SAVA titanium MTB
Wheels of Happiness
Rizal Philippines
August 21, 2016
Today, I am supposed to join the group of Armin Zapanta ride to Tagaytay, But he called it off because of the rains. They will to to San Mateo instead. But I did not join.
Yesterday, I rode up to SCH via gate 2. That is a hard and steep climb. I shifted to 24 of the chain ring x 28. I accomplished the ride without much difficulty.
Today I rode to Morong. These were the hard stuff I did today.
1. I rode with Sec Noe and did some intervals while biking with him. I waited for him at the summit near Montevideo, and then Callahan. He said he could not keep up.
2. Gerry Y passed me at boundary of Morong and Cardona and I chased and passed him before reaching the municipal hall of Morong.
3. I rode up diversion with 42 x 32 gear. (I rode the SAVA titanium) I thought that I had the 32 2nd chainring
4. Two fixie young riders passed me at Calumpang but I was able to chase and pass them near URS. So I was perspiring profusely after this mini race.
I guess these stuff make me a fitter and stronger rider.
Rizal Philippines
August 21, 2016
Today, I am supposed to join the group of Armin Zapanta ride to Tagaytay, But he called it off because of the rains. They will to to San Mateo instead. But I did not join.
Yesterday, I rode up to SCH via gate 2. That is a hard and steep climb. I shifted to 24 of the chain ring x 28. I accomplished the ride without much difficulty.
Today I rode to Morong. These were the hard stuff I did today.
1. I rode with Sec Noe and did some intervals while biking with him. I waited for him at the summit near Montevideo, and then Callahan. He said he could not keep up.
2. Gerry Y passed me at boundary of Morong and Cardona and I chased and passed him before reaching the municipal hall of Morong.
3. I rode up diversion with 42 x 32 gear. (I rode the SAVA titanium) I thought that I had the 32 2nd chainring
4. Two fixie young riders passed me at Calumpang but I was able to chase and pass them near URS. So I was perspiring profusely after this mini race.
I guess these stuff make me a fitter and stronger rider.
Sunday, May 8, 2016
Its all about improving oneself every ride
Wheels of Happiness
Rizal Philippines
May 8, 2016
Some of the rules on success and getting wealthy says its all about improving oneself everyday in whatever you do. It is not about getting more money or more material possessions. IT IS ALL ABOUT GETTING BETTER EVERYDAY.
None could be more visible in our rides. One can ride the same way for the entire year. or you could seek improvement. Or one could buy upgrades. The rule is upgrade you. One may have the latest SRAM 1 x 11 group set with 42 largest cog, or the lightest carbon fiber frame or wheel set. But you could pedal yet at the same rate or still ride at 20 mph.
Why dont you attempt riding at 30 kph, ascend the hill at 13 kph instead of just 8 kph? Or sprint before reaching the top when your legs are about conking out? Or how about chasing somebody who passes you?
As for me for yesterday ride (at San Carlos Antenna) and today's ride (at Cardona loop 2x) I achieved the following:
1. Climbing San Carlos from Gate 2;
2. Climbing the antenna without falling on the rugged road;
3. Completing the climb using 34 x 32 (other riders were climbing at 24 x 32 or 28 x 44)
4. Sprinting at flats at 42 kph using an MTB ( I managed to chase an MTB from Pasig who was showing off his speed) and even led him at Callahan until Morong.)
Rizal Philippines
May 8, 2016
Some of the rules on success and getting wealthy says its all about improving oneself everyday in whatever you do. It is not about getting more money or more material possessions. IT IS ALL ABOUT GETTING BETTER EVERYDAY.
None could be more visible in our rides. One can ride the same way for the entire year. or you could seek improvement. Or one could buy upgrades. The rule is upgrade you. One may have the latest SRAM 1 x 11 group set with 42 largest cog, or the lightest carbon fiber frame or wheel set. But you could pedal yet at the same rate or still ride at 20 mph.
Why dont you attempt riding at 30 kph, ascend the hill at 13 kph instead of just 8 kph? Or sprint before reaching the top when your legs are about conking out? Or how about chasing somebody who passes you?
As for me for yesterday ride (at San Carlos Antenna) and today's ride (at Cardona loop 2x) I achieved the following:
1. Climbing San Carlos from Gate 2;
2. Climbing the antenna without falling on the rugged road;
3. Completing the climb using 34 x 32 (other riders were climbing at 24 x 32 or 28 x 44)
4. Sprinting at flats at 42 kph using an MTB ( I managed to chase an MTB from Pasig who was showing off his speed) and even led him at Callahan until Morong.)
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