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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-28-15, 08:43 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 8,890
Posted By redvespablur

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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-28-15, 07:10 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 8,890
Posted By redvespablur

My Marinono Sportivo is about 19 lbs and made of...

My Marinono Sportivo is about 19 lbs and made of Columbus Zona steel - I'm at 280 or so. The standard frame came in lighter steel but they built mine up in the stouter Zona
Cycles Marinoni...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-28-15, 07:01 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,699
Posted By redvespablur

Selle Italia Turbomatic Flow - perfect for me YMMV

Selle Italia Turbomatic Flow - perfect for me YMMV
Forum: Road Cycling
09-13-14, 03:29 PM
Replies: 3,143
Views: 1,020,924
Posted By redvespablur

New to me Moots Vamoots

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Campy Chorus
Fulcrum Racing Zeros
F*ckin Awesome
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-01-14, 04:14 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,613
Posted By redvespablur

Token Campy guy - with a vote for Ultratorque. ...

Token Campy guy - with a vote for Ultratorque. Put on 84 Allez that had been spread out for 10 speed hub and worked well
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-02-13, 11:56 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,252
Posted By redvespablur

Hutchinson Fusion 3 road tubeless 700 x 23 but...

Hutchinson Fusion 3 road tubeless 700 x 23 but have some of new Secteur 700 x 28 to try out if they fit....

No pinch flats, self sealing for small punctures, and can run at lower psi than standard...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-02-13, 11:53 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 982
Posted By redvespablur

Nice! Tarmac has quite a tall head tube these...

Nice! Tarmac has quite a tall head tube these days so you should be able to get set up comfortably.

Love the red. I really love the ride of Tarmac over the Roubaix when I tested both.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-21-13, 07:25 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,690
Posted By redvespablur

Fulcrum makes stouter than average wheels despite...

Fulcrum makes stouter than average wheels despite the spoke count. Ride-'em!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-12-13, 04:02 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,708
Posted By redvespablur

Nice!

Nice!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-12-13, 03:57 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 6,274
Posted By redvespablur

I run Campy Compact 50/34 with the Chorus 12-29...

I run Campy Compact 50/34 with the Chorus 12-29 Cassette at about 265. I swtched over the 10 speed bike to Compact Veloce with 13-29. Its great to be able to spin up most stuff - and I like having...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-30-13, 07:46 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,488
Posted By redvespablur

I have Sidi Mega's in 48 and for me there is room...

I have Sidi Mega's in 48 and for me there is room for a aftermarket insole. 2 years old and look new.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-29-13, 08:49 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 11,071
Posted By redvespablur

Selle Italia Turbomatic Flow Wide with a cut...

Selle Italia Turbomatic Flow

Wide with a cut out but narrow up front so no nonsense with chafing. I have three bikes and three of these saddles
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-21-13, 12:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,217
Posted By redvespablur

The Campy wheels are pretty stout. I'm 6'4'' and...

The Campy wheels are pretty stout. I'm 6'4'' and 275 at moment and have no problem on Campy Zondas and Fulcrum 0's.

These are heavier than either of those. Like Fulcrum 7's
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-17-13, 06:49 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,810
Posted By redvespablur

Good Job! +1 on the don't worry about speed...

Good Job!

+1 on the don't worry about speed etc.

How I got longer was doing out and backs - ride out further than you want to ride back - then ride back.

Have fun and spin the gears no...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-04-13, 07:03 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,320
Posted By redvespablur

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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-04-13, 06:56 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,088
Posted By redvespablur

It is a good enough deal on the bike not to worry...

It is a good enough deal on the bike not to worry about the wheels.

I'm 275 and ride Fulcrum Racing Zeros and Campy Zondas with no problem so give them a whirl or if worried part out and replace
Forum: Road Cycling
03-31-13, 05:12 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,016
Posted By redvespablur

I had the coolest Cross-Check - loved it. ...

I had the coolest Cross-Check - loved it.

I wanted to go faster and it is long gone.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-22-13, 07:21 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,158
Posted By redvespablur

Not for me. My ass prefers Selle Italia...

Not for me.

My ass prefers Selle Italia Turbomatic Flow

Your ass may vary
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-10-13, 11:32 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 612
Posted By redvespablur

Yes, I am up 40 from ideal (still down 60 from...

Yes, I am up 40 from ideal (still down 60 from immense) and it is just like carryng two 20 pound bags of flour on the bike - don't notice so much on flats but on the inclines its like having a drag...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-10-13, 11:29 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,599
Posted By redvespablur

I have the Campy Zonda 2 way Fits on two bikes at...

I have the Campy Zonda 2 way Fits on two bikes at 260ish and new Fulcrum racing zeros on another. Great wheels and I imagine the Neutrons are great from the reviews I have read.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-04-13, 08:36 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,832
Posted By redvespablur

Timely, I have been having pain in left foot just...

Timely, I have been having pain in left foot just aft of balls of feet both on stationary bike in runners and on bike in Sidi Genius 5.

Spinner not a masher with PI insoles in Sidis. I googled...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-01-13, 08:24 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,368
Posted By redvespablur

Zinn

Zinn
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-31-13, 07:32 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,427
Posted By redvespablur

Nice looking Ti bike. I just got a used Epic...

Nice looking Ti bike.

I just got a used Epic (Everti) Swift made in Seattle ~2003 with new 105 setup for 1500.00 so you got better deal than me.

My epic has pretty chunky tubes so BB stiffness...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-07-13, 10:46 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 3,574
Posted By redvespablur

Enough *****ing about what you don't like. ...

Enough *****ing about what you don't like.

Go ride a bike or something.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-01-13, 12:16 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 2,061
Posted By redvespablur

Just shy of 4000 Km / 2500 miles with about...

Just shy of 4000 Km / 2500 miles with about 33,000 m /100K feet of climbing - I was really happy although I had not set a goal. December was biggest riding month - unheard of for me and thanks to...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-01-13, 11:40 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,013
Posted By redvespablur

Kudos!

Kudos!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-30-12, 03:06 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,361
Posted By redvespablur

I just finished! 10th Canadian to do so. ...

I just finished! 10th Canadian to do so.

http://app.strava.com/activities/34820121
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-13-12, 07:46 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 14,011
Posted By redvespablur

Nice!

Nice!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
11-23-12, 08:29 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 449
Posted By redvespablur

New Clyde Ti Ride

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Well actually quite a middle aged and long serving clyde plus the bike is used and probably at least 8 years old - but new to me

An Epic Swift from Vancouver Island's rechristened Everti...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-07-12, 09:01 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,528
Posted By redvespablur

Hi, mine is 63 cm built up with Campy Veloce and...

Hi, mine is 63 cm built up with Campy Veloce and Zonda wheel set. Lighter than I thought it would be and quite a bit faster as well. Very comfortable ride. Had since spring but have only put a...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
11-07-12, 07:50 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,638
Posted By redvespablur

Soma San Marcos, Marinoni Sportivo and Marinoni...

Soma San Marcos, Marinoni Sportivo and Marinoni Squadra

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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
11-03-12, 03:19 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 10,153
Posted By redvespablur

at 260 I ride Zonda wheel 16/21H - have threes...

at 260 I ride Zonda wheel 16/21H - have threes sets on three different bikes from 5 years old to 1 years old. Lost one rear spoke this spring (the new wheels!) and had about 20Km to get home - no...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
11-03-12, 03:06 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,064
Posted By redvespablur

2x Road and 1x Sport tourer (so 3x road)

2x Road and 1x Sport tourer (so 3x road)
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
11-03-12, 03:05 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 2,628
Posted By redvespablur

I hum "Giddy Up, Giddy Up, Giddy Up lets go" ...

I hum "Giddy Up, Giddy Up, Giddy Up lets go"

If the Garmin high heart alarm isn't sounding at 185BPM+ then I'm just being a *****
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-26-12, 10:28 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 505
Posted By redvespablur

Wow. I'm in Victoria and managed only ~3K. ...

Wow. I'm in Victoria and managed only ~3K. Maybe I canblame my wife....

Good Job!
Forum: Road Cycling
10-07-12, 04:21 PM
Replies: 691
Views: 142,194
Posted By redvespablur

277200 Argon 18 Gallium with Campy Chorus...

277200

Argon 18 Gallium with Campy Chorus and 2-way fit Zonda wheel set
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-25-12, 09:05 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 596
Posted By redvespablur

I went from 330 to 240 (and back to 255) and have...

I went from 330 to 240 (and back to 255) and have run 3 Marathons, a half dozen Halfs and quite a few 10Ks and I started past 40. No gazelle but have run several sub 50 minute 10s

Don't worry...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-25-12, 09:00 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,455
Posted By redvespablur

Same here would never pay (maybe afford) the...

Same here would never pay (maybe afford) the Rivendell premium. Got my frame off eBay and built up with spare parts for a total bill of ~1.5K
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-25-12, 09:44 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,198
Posted By redvespablur

6'4'' and 255 dowmn from 330. I have had a 62...

6'4'' and 255 dowmn from 330. I have had a 62 Cross Check and a 63 Soma San Marcos - the San Marcos is certainly too big for me and the CC was close to too big - so some chunky sturdy Clydeworthy...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-25-12, 09:38 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,980
Posted By redvespablur

I have two road bikes with 2 way fit Campy Zondas...

I have two road bikes with 2 way fit Campy Zondas - love them. These wheels and the Fulcrum 3 can be had for about 500 in both shimano and Campy Hubs -

Clyde friendly under my 260 6'4'' frame
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-25-12, 09:33 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,455
Posted By redvespablur

Had a CrossCheck. Did not love it - was heavy...

Had a CrossCheck. Did not love it - was heavy and a little uncomfortable.

I have a Soma San Marcos and it is much lighter, even with second top tube, and capable of light touring.

have a...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-16-12, 05:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 573
Posted By redvespablur

has anything happened to cause concern. Have the...

has anything happened to cause concern. Have the wheels gone out of true, have you broken spokes, are you getting braj=ke rub while standing?

My wheels have never been ticking time bombs -...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-16-12, 11:48 AM
Replies: 404
Views: 20,875
Posted By redvespablur

A 60k ride that turned into a metric as I tried...

A 60k ride that turned into a metric as I tried in vain to chase down a group that had passed me - I met Mr Bonk with 15k to go and limped home

http://app.strava.com/rides/22055539
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-16-12, 11:45 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,041
Posted By redvespablur

My Marinoni was spec'd with a Alpha Q z-pro that...

My Marinoni was spec'd with a Alpha Q z-pro that is a Clyde specific beefy fork - I think it was overkill but it sure is solid. They are not making anymore but can be found on eBay at your price...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-03-12, 10:28 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,397
Posted By redvespablur

Late but ride carbon and steel at 255 and 6'4''. ...

Late but ride carbon and steel at 255 and 6'4''. Love my Zonda 2-way Fit road tubeless - I can run lower psi w/o pinch flats. Makes the ride much more comfortable and they roll great
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-03-12, 10:26 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 5,054
Posted By redvespablur

I drink perrier instead of diet soda. No sugar...

I drink perrier instead of diet soda. No sugar or sweetener so no insulin response. The fizzy water still feels like a treat
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
08-30-12, 10:57 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,958
Posted By redvespablur

bump any idea on value??

bump

any idea on value??
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
08-23-12, 06:47 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,958
Posted By redvespablur

Carlton Giro d'Italia 1970/71

26" Carlton Giro d'Italia; Reynolds 531 Manganese/Moly tubing; Campagnolo Record changers; Zeuss crankset with 54:45 chainring; Titanium rear cassette (28:24:20:17:14:13); 1" alloy rims with Campag...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-25-12, 11:00 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,810
Posted By redvespablur

Two sets of Zondas. One with intensives and other...

Two sets of Zondas. One with intensives and other fusion 3. Very happy. Never going back because at 255 pinch flats were a problem until tubeless.
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