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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-03-13, 10:10 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,820
Posted By Push

If I am heading out on a longer ride and its in...

If I am heading out on a longer ride and its in the am (usually is) I drink a half of a cup of black coffee, 1 serving of honey nut cheerios (weighed out) with almond milk, and a banana before the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-19-13, 12:13 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 709
Posted By Push

Love my Giro Xar and I gots a big ol dome too. I...

Love my Giro Xar and I gots a big ol dome too. I barely notice its on my head most times.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-13-13, 06:58 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,218
Posted By Push

Update: Last night around 10:30PM I was feeling...

Update: Last night around 10:30PM I was feeling it after a screwed up day and was browsing these forums, I decided that rather than sit here feeling bleh I would hop on the K2 and take a night ride....
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-13-13, 06:47 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,218
Posted By Push

ahhh indeed upgrades ;) I just put 26 x 2.4 tires...

ahhh indeed upgrades ;) I just put 26 x 2.4 tires on one of my bikes and am planning on a new rear rack and Surly Instigator fork for that bike, with the addition of the new fork I can put the new...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-11-13, 04:32 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,500
Posted By Push

Seat adjustment I would say, Like Erwin8r said,...

Seat adjustment I would say, Like Erwin8r said, start off with the seat flat and adjust from there, its not going to be the most comfortable thing in the world as you get use to sitting on the saddle...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-11-13, 09:26 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,707
Posted By Push

Love the color scheme on that bike!

Love the color scheme on that bike!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-10-13, 07:20 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,980
Posted By Push

Sears Hardware carries what you need as far as...

Sears Hardware carries what you need as far as nuts/bolts, its where I get most of mine and they are pretty cheap.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-10-13, 07:09 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,146
Posted By Push

If it fits that's a good price for that bike, I...

If it fits that's a good price for that bike, I would go take it for a ride and if it feels good and works as it should, hand the man $60 and bring it home ;)
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-10-13, 05:29 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 653
Posted By Push

Nice! New bikes are always fun ;) you will...

Nice! New bikes are always fun ;) you will probably snap LOTS of pics of it :P
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-08-13, 02:58 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,330
Posted By Push

I started riding again in 2009, I have broken 1...

I started riding again in 2009, I have broken 1 spoke in that time on the last ride of the year on my new Trek, until that time I have had no spoke issues but I ride light if that makes sense. The...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-08-13, 02:35 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,369
Posted By Push

Yes a more modern Trek, a Navigator, same style...

Yes a more modern Trek, a Navigator, same style bike I think just modern as you say. We don't ride in any athletic wear per se, shorts and a comfortable shirt typically, I ride way more than she...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-08-13, 09:49 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,218
Posted By Push

FrenchFit, Biking was a byproduct of my weight...

FrenchFit, Biking was a byproduct of my weight loss, I didn't start riding until I had lost a bunch of weight (stationary bike during the initial loss) and riding became my love, it is my preferred...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-08-13, 09:40 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,218
Posted By Push

I think that bolded part is my issue the more I...

I think that bolded part is my issue the more I think about it. Feeling like I should be moving down the trail and covering my 20 mile Sunday ride when in actuality a part of that same trail (6 miles...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-07-13, 02:54 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,218
Posted By Push

Jethro, got your link and will watch it tonight...

Jethro, got your link and will watch it tonight and honestly what you say makes sense, there is no way I can do what I use to at my current weight... and getting over that sooner than later is...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-07-13, 02:41 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,369
Posted By Push

Thanks for the replies! RALEIGH_COMP, I...

Thanks for the replies!

RALEIGH_COMP, I would LIKE to keep them all ;) unfortunately I don't have the space and the wife though is pretty supportive of my addiction.. er I mean hobby? she does...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-07-13, 01:44 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,218
Posted By Push

Thanks for the support fellas, Chefisaac, I know...

Thanks for the support fellas, Chefisaac, I know all too well about the won in the kitchen thing! I honestly believe that's most of the fight when it comes to losing and keeping weight off and I...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-07-13, 09:18 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,218
Posted By Push

Push needs a push...

I thought about writing a blog post on this subject but decided I would pop in on the good old clyde forum this time around because I thought I might get more people that could relate, so here goes. ...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-06-13, 08:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,369
Posted By Push

Raleigh sports 3 speed step through, worth putting some time into it?

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I found this 3 speed Raleigh sports step through over the weekend and the price was just too good to leave it so I picked it up not knowing much about it other than I saw that it had a...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-23-13, 09:59 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,593
Posted By Push

Awesome man, like others have said its not a...

Awesome man, like others have said its not a failure at all! keep those pedals turning.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-27-13, 08:06 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,748
Posted By Push

Replying to find it easier later, I am also...

Replying to find it easier later, I am also looking for a new rear wheel ;)
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-06-13, 08:34 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 803
Posted By Push

I'm with these fellas, Ride the cannondale to...

I'm with these fellas, Ride the cannondale to make sure you are commited to riding before you drop coin on a new ride. Nothing wrong with an old bike, especially a reliable one, I would get a tune up...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-02-13, 08:04 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,179
Posted By Push

Hey man, I just wanted to say thank you for...

Hey man, I just wanted to say thank you for posting the link to this light, I did not need a new light... I should say, I did not think that I needed a new light until I got this one. I figured $28...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-01-13, 04:12 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,864
Posted By Push

Its a fun bike for sure ;)

Its a fun bike for sure ;)
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-30-13, 07:26 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,864
Posted By Push

I mostly ride rails to trails and hop off trail...

I mostly ride rails to trails and hop off trail whenever I see a spot that looks either fun or just to explore but both of the main bikes that I use are Mountain bikes, here is a couple images for...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-26-13, 11:15 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,179
Posted By Push

Sigma micro. extremely light, very bright and...

Sigma micro. extremely light, very bright and pretty cheap. I bought 3 sets when they went on sale at Nashbar last year (the sets from Nashbar are pink vs the blue in the images I posted) I found...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-15-13, 06:14 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,615
Posted By Push

Heya Ozzie, welcome to the boards. advice? take...

Heya Ozzie, welcome to the boards. advice? take it slow so that ya don't injure yourself, make sure your seat is at the correct height which can be figured out by raising the seat to a point where...
Forum: Touring
01-15-13, 04:43 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 692
Posted By Push

Clyde plus mountain bike wants to do short tours, opinions on bike welcomed

Hi, Let me preface this with I am a clydesdale rider, a super clyde in fact but have been riding since 2009 regularly and lately I have been considering trying some short tours come warmer weather...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-15-13, 11:59 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,128
Posted By Push

We could split hairs all day and derail this...

We could split hairs all day and derail this thread BUT in general more times than not a person who is 6'1'' will ride closer to a 19''-20'' mountain bike vs a 22'' so basic frame sizing is a good...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-15-13, 09:57 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,128
Posted By Push

Good info here on the bike shop or craigslist for...

Good info here on the bike shop or craigslist for a good used bike from a Specialized, Trek etc, I would suggest the same thing. I say that with a grain of salt of course because I bought a K2 bike...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-11-13, 07:46 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,653
Posted By Push

Hi, I have owned both of the bikes that you have...

Hi, I have owned both of the bikes that you have in the first post, I have weighed between 300 and 400 pounds since owning them and as far as the rockhopper goes I can ride it right now and feel...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
01-04-13, 09:38 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,081
Posted By Push

Couple of schwinns World tourist and a ladies Suburban

Hi, my cousin works with people running estate sales etc and from time to time he calls me with a "I found a blah blah, they are asking this much do you want it" and I just got a call from him...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-27-12, 09:19 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,891
Posted By Push

I use plain old rubbing alcohol, clean the bars,...

I use plain old rubbing alcohol, clean the bars, drip some alcohol into the grip itself, cover the hole with my finger shake it up inside the grip and slide it on, then let it dry over night and I...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-26-12, 07:00 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 484
Posted By Push

Ever have a bird Jack in the box up at ya while riding?

My daughter (age 6) and I were enjoying a ride down the local rail trail me on my K2 her on the Adams Trail a bike and about 5 miles down the trail I catch out of the corner of my eye a Grouse...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-10-12, 08:41 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,195
Posted By Push

+1 on the Salsa Lip Lock, I have em on all of my...

+1 on the Salsa Lip Lock, I have em on all of my bikes that get ridden regularly.
Forum: Recreational & Family
04-10-12, 12:58 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,747
Posted By Push

I have an Adams trail a bike, my 6 year old...

I have an Adams trail a bike, my 6 year old daughter loves it! last week we did her longest ride on it on the rail trail, she did 11 miles ;) She can help pedal when we go up an incline and we have a...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-04-12, 02:03 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,902
Posted By Push

I have a chain (SRAM with the power link) that I...

I have a chain (SRAM with the power link) that I put on early 2010 that measures 1/16 too long as I type, its less than 2k on that chain (perhaps right around 2k miles). The bike is also an 8 speed,...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-04-12, 01:45 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,902
Posted By Push

Taken from Sheldon Brown's site. The...

Taken from Sheldon Brown's site.

The standard way to measure chain wear is with a ruler or steel tape measure. This can be done without removing the chain from the bicycle. The normal technique...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-04-12, 01:38 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 9,077
Posted By Push

People b*tch because of how YOU ride YOUR bike?...

People b*tch because of how YOU ride YOUR bike? :wtf: :twitchy:
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-04-12, 01:35 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 638
Posted By Push

You ride a bike... you ARE a cyclist ;) glad you...

You ride a bike... you ARE a cyclist ;) glad you had a great ride!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-04-12, 01:29 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,902
Posted By Push

if disc brakes its pretty much the same, you...

if disc brakes its pretty much the same, you could use the barrel nut adjustment which should be in the same spot on the lever as Mr. Beanz first image shows or as in his second image you could also...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-04-12, 11:45 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 4,517
Posted By Push

There is nothing to be embarrassed about when...

There is nothing to be embarrassed about when riding up a hill, be embarrassed the day that you STOP trying to go up the hill. The more you ride them the easier they get, the easier they get the more...
Forum: Commuting
03-29-12, 01:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 443
Posted By Push

Are you in CT? Zanes in Branford?

Are you in CT? Zanes in Branford?
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-28-12, 04:47 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,017
Posted By Push

yep that will happen on a new bike! keep at it...

yep that will happen on a new bike! keep at it and the legs will come ;)
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-27-12, 07:11 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,359
Posted By Push

Yes sir, I have had that pop into the gray matter...

Yes sir, I have had that pop into the gray matter as well, lately my response is to go for a walk or take the bike out for a quick spin around the lake.

Typically after I do one of those two...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-27-12, 04:59 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,426
Posted By Push

I will respond to this first since it is your...

I will respond to this first since it is your thread :)

There is nothing wrong with a hybrid if its what you are comfortable on and I agree that heading into a couple few shops to try out...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-27-12, 10:39 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,009
Posted By Push

Great pictures!

Great pictures!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-26-12, 10:38 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 503
Posted By Push

Good lookin DS ya got there ;)

Good lookin DS ya got there ;)
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-26-12, 07:18 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,669
Posted By Push

Awesome advice in this thread so far, especially...

Awesome advice in this thread so far, especially the seat height thing!

Did most of you feel like this when you started but not so much now?
When I started riding I rode as far as I could and...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-26-12, 06:04 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,426
Posted By Push

First, Most decent shocks have a lockout which...

First, Most decent shocks have a lockout which solves this (not that its really an issue), getting a full rigid mountain bike is not hard either, I can't believe that "wasted energy" would even be...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-25-12, 07:51 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,426
Posted By Push

I have a 2011 Xcaliber, air shock, rides fine...

I have a 2011 Xcaliber, air shock, rides fine with me on it and I am currently just about 360#, my other bike that I ride regularly is a K2 Zed which has a cheaper Suntour front shock on it, have...
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