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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-22-13, 06:38 AM
Replies: 3,556
Views: 2,500,197
Posted By Versa2nr

Hey there all, been a long time lurker here for a...

Hey there all, been a long time lurker here for a while. 6'4" and 258# as of this morning. I should be shedding some weight here now that I have replaced my daily commuter that my ex-wife just...
Forum: Commuting
11-30-12, 10:11 AM
Replies: 3,987
Views: 133,262
Posted By Versa2nr

Warm this moring. Ride was decent, the atermath...

Warm this moring. Ride was decent, the atermath not so much. I think I exerted myself too much on the way in. Ended up in oe of the planters in the atrium after passing out. Must be dehydrated...
Forum: Commuting
11-27-12, 02:54 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,919
Posted By Versa2nr

There are about 200 in our office and I have seen...

There are about 200 in our office and I have seen 2 other bikes besides myself. I am the only regular commuter.
Forum: Commuting
11-27-12, 02:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 448
Posted By Versa2nr

I am originally from San Antonio, so I signed. I...

I am originally from San Antonio, so I signed. I figure that counts.
Forum: Commuting
11-26-12, 08:20 AM
Replies: 3,987
Views: 133,262
Posted By Versa2nr

Rode in this morning with no creaking in the...

Rode in this morning with no creaking in the cranks and pedaling was smooth as butter. Short commute, but for the first time the bike really felt solid. Replacing the BB and brake pads this weekend...
Forum: Commuting
11-19-12, 07:51 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 3,693
Posted By Versa2nr

Rear blinky, yes. Front blinky, not so much. ...

Rear blinky, yes. Front blinky, not so much. Route is all back streets and since I have been riding it, I have only encountered a car 2x (4 months riding the same route).
Forum: Commuting
11-19-12, 07:48 AM
Replies: 3,987
Views: 133,262
Posted By Versa2nr

Ride was okay this morning. Quick and uneventful...

Ride was okay this morning. Quick and uneventful (thankfully). It is however frustrating to have people come up to you and tell you what safety equipment you should have equipped on your bike and...
Forum: Commuting
11-15-12, 10:38 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,078
Posted By Versa2nr

Hrmmm.. so a brake upgrade would be needed. I...

Hrmmm.. so a brake upgrade would be needed. I have some old avids around here somewhere. You said you have 125 invested into the bike itself? I looked at on the other day and it looked pretty...
Forum: Commuting
11-15-12, 09:04 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,078
Posted By Versa2nr

Please elaborate. I am curious as to what is...

Please elaborate. I am curious as to what is going on with it. Was looking into one as a rainy day/ bad weather commuter so that I am not taking my XC rig all the time.
Forum: Commuting
11-15-12, 09:04 AM
Replies: 3,987
Views: 133,262
Posted By Versa2nr

Not too bad this morning. Brisk fast ride in. A...

Not too bad this morning. Brisk fast ride in. A little sore from the week and because of the temp changes my shoulder was sore. But all in all, door to door was about 20 min. I think I need to wrk...
Forum: Commuting
11-15-12, 08:43 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 999
Posted By Versa2nr

I usually only address the mechanical bits when...

I usually only address the mechanical bits when cleaning. The rest of it gets clean when I rub up against it with my pant leg or bag while mounting or dismounting...LOL. I think it is a once a year...
Forum: Living Car Free
07-12-12, 12:12 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,220
Posted By Versa2nr

Am I the only one that thinks messages like this,...

Am I the only one that thinks messages like this, tend to condone laziness? Yes, life is simple, but "work hard" and "stand up for what you believe in," should be in there somewhere too. Just my...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-19-08, 02:39 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 5,669
Posted By Versa2nr

This thread is EPIC!!! I am still wiping the...

This thread is EPIC!!! I am still wiping the tears away as I am trying to keep my laughing in check. AWESOME!!!
Forum: Commuting
03-15-08, 05:24 PM
Replies: 15,698
Views: 12,398,662
Posted By Versa2nr

Thanks!! the P2 is going to be tough to...

Thanks!!

the P2 is going to be tough to outfit as a commuter because of the geometry. You will probably need an uber long seat tube to accomodate. A good bet would be to search out a newer frame...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-15-08, 04:21 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 4,274
Posted By Versa2nr

I say more power to them. Even better if they...

I say more power to them. Even better if they enjoy it. I on the other hand hated being up at 4 and not having any days off.
Forum: Commuting
03-15-08, 04:12 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,083
Posted By Versa2nr

good to know this little bit of information. I...

good to know this little bit of information. I figured the viscosity might be all wrong for actually protecting the chain as well. Thnks for satisfying my curiousity
Forum: Commuting
03-15-08, 03:00 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,083
Posted By Versa2nr

Go soak your chain...

I wonder if anyone has tried this...

Since there are motor oils out ther that claim ultimate engine protection to metal parts...has anyone ever soaked a chain in said motor oil before...
Forum: Commuting
03-15-08, 02:55 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 7,213
Posted By Versa2nr

Because I don't want to break the sound barrier...

Because I don't want to break the sound barrier while riding my mtn bike with slicks..might wake the people in the neighborhood that I ride through.
Forum: Commuting
03-15-08, 01:38 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,118
Posted By Versa2nr

Incorporating workout into commute.

I was wondering if any of you out there incorporated your workout into your morning commute. I normally ride about 7 miles one way for a morning commute but am considering taking the long way in...
Forum: Commuting
03-15-08, 01:08 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,205
Posted By Versa2nr

at which point "commute" is downgraded to...

at which point "commute" is downgraded to ambulate...LOL
Forum: Commuting
03-15-08, 12:42 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 772
Posted By Versa2nr

I secretly chuckle to myself everytime we visit...

I secretly chuckle to myself everytime we visit my father-in-law...he drives a hummer...so its either a joke in my mind about the cost of gas or it reminds me of a T-shirt I saw that has a picture of...
Forum: Commuting
03-15-08, 11:31 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 557
Posted By Versa2nr

That is too funny, I did too...

That is too funny, I did too...
Forum: Commuting
03-15-08, 11:30 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,279
Posted By Versa2nr

Maybe it will get some of the older less...

Maybe it will get some of the older less maintained cars off the road. You know the ones I am talking about. The one that erupts a white cloud of smoke when taking off from a stop and has a fender...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-15-08, 10:42 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 3,882
Posted By Versa2nr

meh... I still get a chuckle when I think about...

meh... I still get a chuckle when I think about it....A co-worker came up to me the other day and started chatting me up about various things and one of the topics was the cost of gas. I said I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-09-08, 12:31 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 647
Posted By Versa2nr

well the derailleur that I just took off was...

well the derailleur that I just took off was original to the bike which came standard with the 9 speed drivetrain. everything is set up with the 9 speed in mind. rear der is an XT however I do have...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-09-08, 10:35 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,450
Posted By Versa2nr

seriosuly, a good wheel builder will prove to be...

seriosuly, a good wheel builder will prove to be a valuable asset at 300 lbs. Of course if you want strong wheels something double walled cant hurt. I run a set of Ryno Lites on my mountain bike...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-09-08, 10:24 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 647
Posted By Versa2nr

I already followed the Park tool site...

I already followed the Park tool site recommendations on the adjustment. Still no dice. Its like the travel on the rear cassette is too much. Gotta love the disclaimer on the bottom of the page...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-09-08, 09:38 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 647
Posted By Versa2nr

no nothing moves but I do notice that when I am...

no nothing moves but I do notice that when I am standing and pedaling that it is a more pronounced rubbing. I wonder if there is a derailleur that has a wider cage on it? I had already taken it to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-09-08, 08:39 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 647
Posted By Versa2nr

Did I break it already?

Hey all,

I have currently employed my 03 Hardrock as my day to day commuter and have run into a problem. I have an older XT crankset that has served me for many years flawlessly. But here...
Forum: Commuting
02-08-08, 06:54 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 6,881
Posted By Versa2nr

I just found out about this. It saddens me...

I just found out about this. It saddens me deeply. I think I am taking the long slow way home tonight.
Forum: Commuting
01-30-08, 05:00 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,559
Posted By Versa2nr

I am turning over 400 miles for the month on my...

I am turning over 400 miles for the month on my bike home tonight. The weather has been very unusual here. Not really cold though. We really needed it to freeze a lot harder to kill off some of...
Forum: Commuting
01-30-08, 01:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 647
Posted By Versa2nr

that is awesome, i am hopeful I can convert...

that is awesome, i am hopeful I can convert someone, if only one person.

You are full of awesomeness!
Forum: Commuting
01-28-08, 10:46 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 960
Posted By Versa2nr

good luck to you

good luck to you
Forum: Commuting
01-28-08, 07:42 PM
Replies: 15,698
Views: 12,398,662
Posted By Versa2nr

Well after much thought and consideration, I have...

Well after much thought and consideration, I have decided to cut down to one bike. So my mountain bike that used to look like this:

http://i194.photobucket.com/albums/z218/versa2nr/100_3871.jpg
...
Forum: Commuting
01-26-08, 03:02 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,865
Posted By Versa2nr

I usually stick with some kind of reflective vest...

I usually stick with some kind of reflective vest and whatever happens to work for the weather. I cant justify going out and spending a ton on clothes just to be visible at night especially when my...
Forum: Commuting
01-26-08, 10:45 AM
Replies: 31,391
Views: 1,286,984
Posted By Versa2nr

Was a bit more of a trial today than it has been....

Was a bit more of a trial today than it has been. Of course it mgiht be due to breaking in a new rig. Still trying to get the bike fully dialed in. Different setup than the last commuter but it is...
Forum: Commuting
01-20-08, 04:48 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 17,075
Posted By Versa2nr

i am currently running a set of the Fatboys...

i am currently running a set of the Fatboys myself. We had some pretty heavy rain and the streets were pretty wet the other night. The full slicks did fine even when cranking hard from a stop. I...
Forum: Commuting
01-20-08, 04:19 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,511
Posted By Versa2nr

It is good to know that I am not the only one...

It is good to know that I am not the only one that has been at this point. being assertive sounds like a good way to go. As for the poster previously asking if I use a mirror...I have one of those...
Forum: Commuting
01-20-08, 12:56 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,511
Posted By Versa2nr

It would be nice if that worked. I have already...

It would be nice if that worked. I have already gotten a ticket for operating a bicycle on a sidewalk. In San Antonio it is a no-no. My luck being that I got probably one out of a handfull of...
Forum: Commuting
01-20-08, 12:23 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 3,815
Posted By Versa2nr

I ride because I can. I continue to ride...

I ride because I can.

I continue to ride because it has become a way of life. A need to become connected with my surroundings and to still experience what life has to offer.
Forum: Commuting
01-20-08, 12:12 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,511
Posted By Versa2nr

Road is 3 lanes wide I was riding in the middle...

Road is 3 lanes wide I was riding in the middle of the right most lane. What irks me so much is that the Jeep was behind me in my lane and then decided to go around. The guy swears he didnt see me....
Forum: Commuting
01-20-08, 11:33 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,511
Posted By Versa2nr

i found out this city has bike lanes..but they...

i found out this city has bike lanes..but they dont connect and only last for about 100 yards. kinda pointless in essence really. I am revising my route to and from. I might not be able to get...
Forum: Commuting
01-20-08, 10:43 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,511
Posted By Versa2nr

yeah I know that I cant change the drivers. I...

yeah I know that I cant change the drivers. I guess it is a little diseheartening to have to adapt so many things just to enjoy riding to and from work. I do the right thing and ride safely and it...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
01-20-08, 10:37 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,936
Posted By Versa2nr

I tried to put mine on backwards and found that...

I tried to put mine on backwards and found that the Roc-Loc retention system has a tendency to pull your eyebrows to the back of your skull...now maybe if I tilt it back a little bit....nope... still...
Forum: Commuting
01-20-08, 08:31 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,511
Posted By Versa2nr

Getting discouraged.

Hey all,
I have been commuting for some time now and next week will mark 2 years since I started. I have dropped weight and gotten stronger, but I am getting discouraged. On my route home I...
Forum: Winter Cycling
01-19-08, 06:51 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,668
Posted By Versa2nr

why not just get yourself a set of the seal skinz...

why not just get yourself a set of the seal skinz socks to keep your feet warm and dry in the wet weather. Not such a big deal if your feet are dry but your shoes arent is it?
Forum: Introductions
01-06-08, 12:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 184
Posted By Versa2nr

Hello and welcome. You have a good setup for...

Hello and welcome. You have a good setup for commuting so far. A good set of lights and if you choose a rear rack and some panniers will have you sailing into work in no time. Winter commuting can...
Forum: Commuting
01-06-08, 12:34 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,934
Posted By Versa2nr

Well first of all for a bike you can go a variety...

Well first of all for a bike you can go a variety of directions. For 1k you can go used and get 2 rigs. One to keep as a backup/recreation. Or you can go new and get a pretty decent setup for...
Forum: Commuting
01-06-08, 12:17 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,460
Posted By Versa2nr

How far is you commute. Riding on the side of...

How far is you commute. Riding on the side of an expressway is not the greatest idea. If possible you might want to consider a different route. There are very possibly some side roads and...
Forum: Mountain Biking
01-06-08, 10:19 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 974
Posted By Versa2nr

specialized fatboys are good on road. I have a...

specialized fatboys are good on road. I have a pair with the kevlar bead and the Flak jacket technology that specialized produced.
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