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Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-25-14, 02:03 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,181
Posted By 1oddmanout

395340395341395342Great dialogue, guys - thanks....

395340395341395342Great dialogue, guys - thanks. As promised, photos of completed bike, weighing 24.6 pounds. I just "turned over the keys" so to speak to the owner, and glad that someone I knew...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-23-14, 04:31 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,181
Posted By 1oddmanout

Thanks ethebull. The rear wheel has to be...

Thanks ethebull. The rear wheel has to be rebuilt; I found a nice rim at Velo Classique, and having my favorite wheel-builder lacing it to original hub. Will post more pictures when wheels on it. I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-21-14, 02:40 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,181
Posted By 1oddmanout

Proteus Century

A housemate was looking for a classic bike, and I found this on the local CL. Very clean, except needing a new rear wheel. I'm envious, but I just don't need another bike, and will enjoy cleaning and...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-20-14, 07:39 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 9,682
Posted By 1oddmanout

I've picked a couple of Kleins for under $500 on...

I've picked a couple of Kleins for under $500 on CL, just had to add Vuelta HD wheels for strength. New, however, the Raleigh Misceo could fit the bill. Great reply above, also.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-29-12, 06:39 PM
Replies: 166
Views: 37,341
Posted By 1oddmanout

281045my 93 Klein Performance set up so I can...

281045my 93 Klein Performance set up so I can ride it.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-24-12, 01:41 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 554
Posted By 1oddmanout

This was the only saddle I've ridden that gave me...

This was the only saddle I've ridden that gave me numb-nums after 30 miles.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-12-12, 05:39 PM
Replies: 334
Views: 57,938
Posted By 1oddmanout

28 mile round trip on the C&O Canal from Point of...

28 mile round trip on the C&O Canal from Point of Rocks Md, across the historic Monocacy Aqueduct, to White's Ferry. Huge old tree near lock 27.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-25-12, 05:47 PM
Replies: 334
Views: 57,938
Posted By 1oddmanout

Team Old-And-In-The-Way rode the W&OD into DC...

Team Old-And-In-The-Way rode the W&OD into DC again. Stopped at great cafe overlooking Reagan Airport.
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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-08-12, 05:53 PM
Replies: 334
Views: 57,938
Posted By 1oddmanout

Team "Old And In The Way" rode from Rosslyn,...

Team "Old And In The Way" rode from Rosslyn, Virginia to go through Old Town Alexandria to ride over the new Woodrow Wilson Bridge. What an engineering marvel!: wide bike/ped lane on the DC side...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-26-12, 06:08 AM
Replies: 107
Views: 4,337
Posted By 1oddmanout

I read that Falls Church has used radar guns to...

I read that Falls Church has used radar guns to keep the speeds within posted limits on the W&OD trail through their city. I agreed wit the argument against the policy, as bikes don't come with...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-25-12, 08:52 AM
Replies: 334
Views: 57,938
Posted By 1oddmanout

The Schwinn on the Potomac.

The Schwinn on the Potomac.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-21-12, 08:17 PM
Replies: 334
Views: 57,938
Posted By 1oddmanout

The sun finally came out after a dank and dreary...

The sun finally came out after a dank and dreary morning, so took a Cherry Blossom ride around DC.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-13-12, 07:24 AM
Replies: 334
Views: 57,938
Posted By 1oddmanout

End of January Beach Tour. The Allegro looking...

End of January Beach Tour. The Allegro looking over Delaware Bay from North Cape May NJ; the Piccolo at Chincoteague Island and at the Wisconsin in Norfolk.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-20-12, 07:52 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 9,934
Posted By 1oddmanout

I have been frequenting a few local bike shops...

I have been frequenting a few local bike shops and getting to know a bit of the back end - bottom line, new, manufactured bikes receive minimal wheel/spoke tensioning, minimal grease in any bearings,...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-19-12, 08:17 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,541
Posted By 1oddmanout

I'm used to having factory wheels rebuilt by an...

I'm used to having factory wheels rebuilt by an experienced wheel-builder, but recently learned a new lesson - I got a new bike last Fall from a dealer that was going out of business (Jamis Allegro...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-17-12, 06:51 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 8,546
Posted By 1oddmanout

I've been taking Androgel for a year now...

I've been taking Androgel for a year now (primarily to regain energy lost from heart medications), 59 started at 235 pounds, rode 2049 miles last year, eating healthy, now weigh 242! But, lots of...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-12-11, 07:03 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 688
Posted By 1oddmanout

Qualifies for free shipping - just don't put your...

Qualifies for free shipping - just don't put your zip code in. I just fixed up a cruiser and wish I knew of this before. . . .
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-09-11, 06:06 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 688
Posted By 1oddmanout

Another deal found

Realcyclist.com has 2010 Kona World special edition bikes for $225 delivered. Good, sturdy bike.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-06-11, 07:43 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 929
Posted By 1oddmanout

Fitness Resource stores are getting out of the...

Fitness Resource stores are getting out of the bike business and dumping their stock of Jamis. Prices are 50-55% off.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
11-14-11, 11:37 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 512
Posted By 1oddmanout

226814I'm 2 mph faster with the lighter Jamis on...

226814I'm 2 mph faster with the lighter Jamis on the same route (and I had headwinds today). I can still use it as a grocerygetter also.
Forum: Introductions
11-14-11, 11:33 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 606
Posted By 1oddmanout

If you get a rack and a grocery pannier like my...

If you get a rack and a grocery pannier like my Banjo Bros, you can ride to grocery stores and shop without driving. Perfect way to get exercise and save money. I take a 5 mile round trip to my...
Forum: Introductions
11-14-11, 07:30 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 606
Posted By 1oddmanout

Here's my first two. I prefer an upright riding...

Here's my first two. I prefer an upright riding position, so have a set up riser bars on order, and will put my SKS fenders on it.
Forum: Introductions
11-13-11, 06:28 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 606
Posted By 1oddmanout

I discovered last night (to my benefit) that...

I discovered last night (to my benefit) that Fitness Resource stores are getting out of the bike business and selling very low. I got a new $585 2011 Jamis Allegro 1 for $325!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
11-13-11, 05:48 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 776
Posted By 1oddmanout

Other than regularly taking the W&OD Trail from...

Other than regularly taking the W&OD Trail from Sterling to DC, I rode on portions of the C&O canal this year and swam in the Potomac River alongside it, took WVA roads from Harpers Ferry to...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
11-13-11, 11:21 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 512
Posted By 1oddmanout

2 New Bikes . . . and Such A Deal!

I had finally broke the Pig past what I wanted to repair (BB blown out) so went looking on CL for a replacement, just an old thing to put my rebuilt wheels and Schwalbe Marathon Cross tires on. Also,...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-11-11, 03:06 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 2,818
Posted By 1oddmanout

I've come to terms with it. I ride 300-400 miles...

I've come to terms with it. I ride 300-400 miles per month, don't drink alcohol or sodas, eat sensibly, and my weight stays at 235. I always wonder, however, what I would be like if I got liposuction...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-05-11, 06:42 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 566
Posted By 1oddmanout

I always get numbness with flat bars, so switch...

I always get numbness with flat bars, so switch out to sweptback bars; my wrists are more in line with my arms.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-20-11, 05:00 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,651
Posted By 1oddmanout

2 suggestions: Felt Cafe 8; Giant Via 8

2 suggestions: Felt Cafe 8; Giant Via 8
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-10-11, 05:16 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 624
Posted By 1oddmanout

I saw first hand how new bikes need the same...

I saw first hand how new bikes need the same servicing (hubs, BB bracket overhauled, spokes tensioned) as any used bike you would buy. As the mechanic said, yes, there was grease in the (new bike's)...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-09-11, 06:22 AM
Replies: 611
Views: 22,613
Posted By 1oddmanout

44 miles Monday on the W&OD trail from Sterling...

44 miles Monday on the W&OD trail from Sterling to DC riding Redemption, averaging 13mph. Saw snakes crossing the trail and deer standing beside it, not moving at all! I always keep my tool kit with...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-30-11, 06:38 PM
Replies: 611
Views: 22,613
Posted By 1oddmanout

Second weekend riding on the C&O Canal towpath-44...

Second weekend riding on the C&O Canal towpath-44 miles at 11.5 mph avg. This time, started at Brunswick MD and rode to Shepherdstown. The towpath is so easy to ride, pretty level all the way except...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-23-11, 08:14 PM
Replies: 611
Views: 22,613
Posted By 1oddmanout

Great ride! I didn't want to do my usual DC ride...

Great ride! I didn't want to do my usual DC ride due to the heat, and wanted to try out my new tires on the Pig, so took it to Point of Rocks MD and ran the C&O Canal towpath. My first plan was to...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-23-11, 08:00 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,037
Posted By 1oddmanout

IMO, the width of the tires doesn't necessarily...

IMO, the width of the tires doesn't necessarily relate to rolling resistance. Schwalbe Big Apples have big balloon tire diameters, but is rated as one of Schwalbe's lowest rolling resistance tires. I...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-23-11, 07:53 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 12,419
Posted By 1oddmanout

The ride was great! From Point of Rocks Md to...

The ride was great! From Point of Rocks Md to Harpers Ferry WV on the shaded C&O Canal - 27 miles of easy riding with no bright sun, Still hot, though.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-23-11, 06:37 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 12,419
Posted By 1oddmanout

I'm going to try a nice slow ride on the C&O...

I'm going to try a nice slow ride on the C&O Canal, starting at Point of Rocks; should be shaded and cooler. I got new Schwalbe Marathon Cross tires for the Pig and want to try them out.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-20-11, 05:45 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,276
Posted By 1oddmanout

No reason the Wildwood can't keep you going once...

No reason the Wildwood can't keep you going once you get stronger and yes, maybe change tires. When I returned to biking after cardiac problems, I rode folding bikes and recumbents; both of which...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-19-11, 05:48 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,931
Posted By 1oddmanout

I always have an air pump on every bike that I...

I always have an air pump on every bike that I ride, and a handlebar bag with tire change kit, multi-tool, various wrenches, a spare t-shirt, and an medical kit. On lots of my rides, I fix other...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-09-11, 12:12 PM
Replies: 611
Views: 22,613
Posted By 1oddmanout

I wasn’t feeling able to ride very fast today,...

I wasn’t feeling able to ride very fast today, and didn’t want to slow down my usual Saturday group ride, so I took the Pig and myself on a nice slow exploratory cruise westward. Got to Ashburn Road,...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-08-11, 02:52 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,074
Posted By 1oddmanout

I can wear an IBIX merino wool undershirt under a...

I can wear an IBIX merino wool undershirt under a regular tshirt and stay dry and cool, even on a hot and humid DC afternoon. The merino wool really makes a difference.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-05-11, 05:42 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,556
Posted By 1oddmanout

As an option, 8 speed 35-95 gear inches - no need...

As an option, 8 speed 35-95 gear inches - no need for more. Big Apple tires. Not necessarily more spokes, but stronger spokes.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-05-11, 04:41 PM
Replies: 611
Views: 22,613
Posted By 1oddmanout

19 mile 11 mph 105 minute loop in DC 90 degrees,...

19 mile 11 mph 105 minute loop in DC 90 degrees, Dahon 7 speed Boardwalk. Total time with stops 150 min. Took the new underpass under Humpback bridge to the marina, then over the wood bridge to the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-05-11, 06:40 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 9,207
Posted By 1oddmanout

I have seen that your riding position helps...

I have seen that your riding position helps determine the saddle style. I sit upright, and a wider saddle works best. If one rides in a more forward, racing position, a narrow saddle is best.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-04-11, 06:21 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,072
Posted By 1oddmanout

If the frame will take them - Schwalbe Big Apples...

If the frame will take them - Schwalbe Big Apples - low rolling resistance, high puncture resistance, and smooooooooth.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-04-11, 06:18 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,632
Posted By 1oddmanout

I am a great Dahon fan, but use them rarely...

I am a great Dahon fan, but use them rarely because of overweight (have bent 2 wheels). I personally think the steel-framed could survive up to 250 lbs, but at least a rear wheel must be built up...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-02-11, 05:09 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,428
Posted By 1oddmanout

Having the correct handlebar width, height and...

Having the correct handlebar width, height and angle makes a bike fit me (along with leg length). I found a set that I put on all my bikes - 4.5 inch riser and swept back 45 degrees. No...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-01-11, 10:58 AM
Replies: 3,556
Views: 2,497,021
Posted By 1oddmanout

Oddman here, 6' 235 pounds. Living right on the...

Oddman here, 6' 235 pounds.
Living right on the W&OD in Sterling Virginia is great - everyplace I need to go is about a 15-mile round trip on my bicycle, and I have this grocery pannier to carry...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-30-11, 06:33 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 932
Posted By 1oddmanout

I was hoping that biking would help me lose...

I was hoping that biking would help me lose weight, but HA! is hasn't. I ride for the fun, sight-seeing, and the pride of not starting my van except to go to work, and that's not out of the picture....
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-28-11, 04:14 PM
Replies: 192
Views: 5,999
Posted By 1oddmanout

New Clydesdale here. Rode 362 miles in May and...

New Clydesdale here. Rode 362 miles in May and 270 so far in June. I usually ride into DC from Sterling on the W&OD trail, but had to drive in for 3 days because of helping setting up displays....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-11, 06:47 PM
Replies: 161
Views: 28,780
Posted By 1oddmanout

1972 Grand Prix

I just picked up this bike with the serial number on the bottom racket. Don't know whether to keep it (should overhaul the hubs and BB) or dump it. serial # 2808160, should be a 1972.
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-02-07, 09:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 7,535
Posted By 1oddmanout

john@bikesatvienna.com vienna, va, Dahon...

john@bikesatvienna.com

vienna, va, Dahon dealer
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