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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-22-18, 12:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,111
Posted By jonpear6

As a 320lb guy myself I will say steel is what...

As a 320lb guy myself I will say steel is what you want. I had a Kona Sutra LTD for a while and loved it! Such a versatile bike.

Aluminum will I’ll be fine for you, but steel just rides so much...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
04-17-18, 01:57 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 25,138
Posted By jonpear6

It is a 1st Gen Pass and Stow Rack. The new ones...

It is a 1st Gen Pass and Stow Rack. The new ones are much lighter and much more adaptable.
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
04-13-18, 04:50 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 25,138
Posted By jonpear6

Crust Romanceur -- 57.5cm

See the photos attached below of my Romanceur. I highly recommend it.
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
04-13-18, 01:01 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 25,138
Posted By jonpear6

You should look into the Crust Romanceur. Another...

You should look into the Crust Romanceur. Another batch will be done in the next few months and I LOVE mine. It isn't the lightest build ever, but I have seen some that are much lighter than mine. I...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
03-09-18, 03:41 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 7,885
Posted By jonpear6

Zombie thread in a way, I know, but I feel I have...

Zombie thread in a way, I know, but I feel I have useful input on the subject.


I'm a big boy and weigh as much as a fit captain/stoker team (330#) and my spyres lose power so rapidly on the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-09-18, 11:18 AM
Replies: 3,556
Views: 2,498,306
Posted By jonpear6

Hey Everyone! My name is Jonathan, I am...

Hey Everyone!


My name is Jonathan, I am 26, a CPA who spends 60-80% of my day seated, and has packed on about 100# in the last 2.5 years. I am 5'11" and 320#. Way too big. My wife and I decided...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-04-18, 01:44 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 8,278
Posted By jonpear6

COngrats! You’re going to be extremely happy with...

COngrats! You’re going to be extremely happy with your choice. I have a disc trucker in my stable as well and it is for sure among my most comfortable distance bikes. Did you get the 700c or 26”...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-01-18, 01:41 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 13,195
Posted By jonpear6

Yeah, I for sure just approximate and...

Yeah, I for sure just approximate and intentionally overestimate. Went out for burgers last night. Split a double cheeseburger and fries with the wife. The restaurant was on the app. We each put in...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-31-18, 07:37 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 8,278
Posted By jonpear6

I'll just offer some more perspective. I weigh...

I'll just offer some more perspective. I weigh 330ish pounds right now. I weighed about 250 when I got into cycling in serious fashion. I rode a Lemond Zurich road bike. Due to my size I just...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-31-18, 05:11 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 13,195
Posted By jonpear6

My wife got me using the app and she doesn't...

My wife got me using the app and she doesn't believe there is a way to shut it off. But she offered me good advice in simply ignoring the exercise portion and ensure that my intake never exceeds the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-31-18, 05:05 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 8,278
Posted By jonpear6

I think the Breezer Doppler and Marin Nicasio or...

I think the Breezer Doppler and Marin Nicasio or Four Corners are both very good options. They're the kind of bike that will serve a clyde well on the road and then also have the ability of exploring...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-29-18, 12:55 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 13,195
Posted By jonpear6

Maybe it is just indicative of how negligent I...

Maybe it is just indicative of how negligent I was beforehand, but with just using MyFitness Pal to track calories in an exercise, I have been able to easily drop weight. I started 4 weeks ago and am...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-23-18, 11:59 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 13,195
Posted By jonpear6

Congrats! That is a good bit of weight pretty...

Congrats! That is a good bit of weight pretty quick. I cannot wait until I am within reach of my target weight...which for now is 240.


I have been using MyFitnessPal with my wife and she is...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-16-18, 01:04 PM
Replies: 167
Views: 26,185
Posted By jonpear6

Used to be an athlete on a competitive level for...

Used to be an athlete on a competitive level for football and lacrosse. My career has taken hold via college, grad school, etc and my riding time per week has gone from 12-15 hours per week to 5. I...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
01-10-18, 11:51 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,341
Posted By jonpear6

I commute on a bike with Compass Rat Trap Pass...

I commute on a bike with Compass Rat Trap Pass tires (26x2.3). My wife commutes on Compass Barlow Pass EL tires (700x38). In the three year of using Compass tires, we've had one flat between the two...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
12-03-17, 01:54 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 25,138
Posted By jonpear6

Crust

Hey there!

With a carefully chosen set of parts, a Crust Romanceur would be right up your alley.

They have smaller frames in stock. I ride one and have 26” Velocity blunt rims. 2.3” Compass...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
11-07-17, 11:31 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 10,317
Posted By jonpear6

I ride a 44/28 up front with 10spd 11-32 out...

I ride a 44/28 up front with 10spd 11-32 out back. Gets out and up and over just about anything at a good speed.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
11-01-17, 04:37 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 8,099
Posted By jonpear6

Gilles Berthoud Aspin here. 285# and I love the...

Gilles Berthoud Aspin here. 285# and I love the thing. It took a while to break in, but when it finally had I was blown away by the feel. It was mid commute and all of the sudden I just felt like...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-17-17, 10:15 PM
Replies: 4,938
Views: 777,865
Posted By jonpear6

I would say overall you came out on top of that...

I would say overall you came out on top of that trade. That rear hub is serious unobtainium stuff. And you'll just love the dynamo. Photos of bike?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-17-17, 03:52 PM
Replies: 4,938
Views: 777,865
Posted By jonpear6

Gah, I have always wanted a paul rear casette...

Gah, I have always wanted a paul rear casette hub. Lucky dude.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-02-17, 09:05 PM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,618,710
Posted By jonpear6

On Friday I Went out for a ride and picked a poor...

On Friday I Went out for a ride and picked a poor route and ended up behind Seattle Critical Mass. I have done CM in Portland, Phoenix, and SLC. Generally good times and respect for most motorists....
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-19-17, 03:53 PM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,618,710
Posted By jonpear6

Test rode a space horse disc as a possible...

Test rode a space horse disc as a possible replacement for my Wolverine. The 58 felt great, and reach was shorter than my 54cm Wolverine. WTF Soma...

So, now I get to wait until the frames are...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-02-17, 05:04 PM
Replies: 1,370
Views: 268,846
Posted By jonpear6

I am only a year out of grad school in my career...

I am only a year out of grad school in my career and wife is just starting a grad program at $50k per year. We get some scholarships but try to pay as much out of pocket as possible to avoid...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-02-17, 02:17 PM
Replies: 1,370
Views: 268,846
Posted By jonpear6

I may be a bad husband and my wife may kill me if...

I may be a bad husband and my wife may kill me if she ever finds this...but -- It is always easier to ask for forgiveness than permission....?


Also, I always sell off the things I am replacing*....
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-02-17, 11:48 AM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,618,710
Posted By jonpear6

I would think that swapping the cog out to a 16...

I would think that swapping the cog out to a 16 rather than the chainring to a 50 would be cheaper, and allow for you to run the chain a touch shorter. Just a thought.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-02-17, 11:46 AM
Replies: 1,370
Views: 268,846
Posted By jonpear6

That is looking pretty slick. I am not one for...

That is looking pretty slick. I am not one for bullhorns or pursuit bars. I think it would look wonderful with some compact drops. Probably would need a longer stem, however. Nice build overall.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-01-17, 05:18 PM
Replies: 1,370
Views: 268,846
Posted By jonpear6

Let me tell you after I ride it thru the summer....

Let me tell you after I ride it thru the summer. It is a medium. I generally ride a 56cm.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-01-17, 03:24 PM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,618,710
Posted By jonpear6

#tukt means that your chain is as short as...

#tukt means that your chain is as short as possible so that your wheel is slammed up against thatnice aero cutout in the frame where your tire fits. So, pop a few links out and you'll be more #tukt.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-01-17, 01:55 PM
Replies: 1,370
Views: 268,846
Posted By jonpear6

First, I will try and snap some when I have time...

First, I will try and snap some when I have time and access to my wife's camera. Photography isn't a skill of mine. I'm a lowly CPA. Second, I would part with it for the right price. But that's...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-01-17, 01:53 PM
Replies: 1,370
Views: 268,846
Posted By jonpear6

It is pretty small. I am running it at 36x16...

It is pretty small. I am running it at 36x16 currently. After all, it is kind of a mountain bike. I don't ride it as often as I should. I just got the rack and I will put my Swift Industries x...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-01-17, 11:26 AM
Replies: 1,370
Views: 268,846
Posted By jonpear6

565541 That's my All-City JYD as it...

565541


That's my All-City JYD as it currently stands. I have had it for over a year, but I do not think I have actually ever posted it. I like it pretty well. Chris King hubs and SS Cog. Paul...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-25-17, 01:33 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,060
Posted By jonpear6

They work 100% fine with 1/8th chain. Enjoy.

They work 100% fine with 1/8th chain. Enjoy.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-19-17, 03:46 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,048
Posted By jonpear6

To be fair here, Amazon has now contracted with...

To be fair here, Amazon has now contracted with many LBS' here in Seattle (and I think the US in general) to pay for professional assembly of all complete bikes purchased online. Yeah, Amazon may be...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-17-17, 02:46 PM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,618,710
Posted By jonpear6

Care to elaborate? I busted one on Saturday on my...

Care to elaborate? I busted one on Saturday on my JYD. No fun at all walking back uphill.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-17-17, 01:56 PM
Replies: 4,938
Views: 777,865
Posted By jonpear6

Compass Tires

I will chime in on the compass tires as I just bought the 8th set for the family fleet. (Went on a new to me Rivendell Quickbeam) Thus, you can guess my thoughts.


Do I think these are the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-05-17, 05:22 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,870
Posted By jonpear6

I am 275# and rode a C13 on my commuter rig for a...

I am 275# and rode a C13 on my commuter rig for a good month. No issues but it ended up on my SS MTB in the end where it currently sits and I am more comfy on it. My Gilles Berthoud aspin is the best...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-04-17, 04:19 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,380
Posted By jonpear6

I run the full gamut of headsets on my wife and...

I run the full gamut of headsets on my wife and I's various bikes. We have 3 CK's, a Cane Creek 110, a Cane Creek 10, and a Tange Levin.

We live in Seattle where weather is rough on bearings and...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-24-17, 06:02 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 17,436
Posted By jonpear6

Well, the JYD might not be the frame you want if...

Well, the JYD might not be the frame you want if that's the idea. I run White Industries cranks and a 38t chainring as big as I am comfortable trying to get it to clear. I currently run H Plus Son...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-24-17, 01:30 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 17,436
Posted By jonpear6

If a shop is selling for that much, I mean you...

If a shop is selling for that much, I mean you have little choice. I bought mine at my LBS as they got the last frame in my size. They wanted $700. I offered $550 (retail I believe), 2 large pizzas,...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-23-17, 12:22 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 17,436
Posted By jonpear6

Yeah, mine is NOT light, but also not very heavy....

Yeah, mine is NOT light, but also not very heavy. I have it built up with pretty quality parts and my guess is that it is in the mid 20's for weight? I race SSCX on it and my fat body slows me down...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-06-16, 05:06 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 27,698
Posted By jonpear6

I will try and get around to posting some photos....

I will try and get around to posting some photos. It is hard to find a photo fully loaded, but if you look up my username on Instagram you'll see some bare photos of my most recent Wolverine that I...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-01-16, 02:47 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 27,698
Posted By jonpear6

I have had my Wolverine for a 5 months now. Love...

I have had my Wolverine for a 5 months now. Love it. It does anything and everything that I want it to. I built it up with White Industries/Paul/SRAM components and it rolls just perfectly.


I...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
10-12-16, 02:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 899
Posted By jonpear6

https://www.rei.com/product/875003/novara-mazama-b...

https://www.rei.com/product/875003/novara-mazama-bike-2016


They are out of stock online but I saw 6-7 at the flagship store on Monday at $750ish. My wife uses this bike as her commuter. We love...
Forum: Touring
08-08-16, 11:19 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,598
Posted By jonpear6

I love my Nitto M18 and Swift Ozette. Doesn't...

I love my Nitto M18 and Swift Ozette. Doesn't rattle. Holds everything I would need. Looks dang good.
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
07-12-16, 07:59 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,951
Posted By jonpear6

The Salsa Vaya is a really solid bike. I do not...

The Salsa Vaya is a really solid bike. I do not know if the sale is still going on, but the Novara Mazama is one heck of a deal if you have an REI near you.
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
07-06-16, 12:44 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,951
Posted By jonpear6

As a Fargo owner myself, I love it to death. BUT!...

As a Fargo owner myself, I love it to death. BUT! It is more a touring bike than an adventure bike. However, my Fargo has taken me on hundreds of adventures.

My favorite iteration of my fargo is...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-06-16, 11:11 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,979
Posted By jonpear6

I am also in the Seattle area. Tiny little condo...

I am also in the Seattle area. Tiny little condo with my wife. So, I feel you on this matter. Luckily however, she is a cyclist -- less geeky but a lot more frequent rider than even me. So, she hates...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-06-16, 10:38 AM
Replies: 4,938
Views: 777,865
Posted By jonpear6

A work trip to SF means I visit Mash Transit like...

A work trip to SF means I visit Mash Transit like I have wanted to for the last 10ish years. I had a need for parts for the JYD so I picked this up and ordered a Sims Works Beatnik to match.

530090
Forum: Touring
06-22-16, 06:05 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 17,859
Posted By jonpear6

Bike just went on sale for $823. Woah. Check out...

Bike just went on sale for $823. Woah. Check out the website.
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