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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-24-14, 10:13 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,508
Posted By GreenRiver

I've had my new Flite 747 for about a month now. ...

I've had my new Flite 747 for about a month now. So far, no problems with the alloy seat post provided (I'm 6'6" 220 lbs). I'd be interested to read the threads that you refer to. My bike shop...
Forum: Texas
07-10-13, 10:27 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,014
Posted By GreenRiver

Travis Heights, Austin

I'll be in Travis Heights for a long weekend. I'm bringing my road bike; any recommendations on the best streets/roads in the area for a 30-40 mile ride would be appreciated. I like to get a very...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-24-13, 02:59 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,226
Posted By GreenRiver

Thanks all, for your replies. I am in the habit...

Thanks all, for your replies. I am in the habit of wiping down my frame, chain, chain rings and cassette after each ride. I'll be paying closer attention to the saddle rails now. I'm also on the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-24-13, 10:12 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,226
Posted By GreenRiver

Saddle rail pitting/corrosion

One of the chrome moly rails on my Specialized Avatar Comp Gel saddle broke during my ride yesterday - snapped right at the back side of my Thomson seat post clamp. There was some pitting/corrosion...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-13-10, 02:56 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,767
Posted By GreenRiver

I just got a Topeak Joe Blow Sport at REI - the...

I just got a Topeak Joe Blow Sport at REI - the price was $35ish. It's been great so far.
Forum: Texas
11-13-10, 09:53 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,171
Posted By GreenRiver

I'm in for '11. Did it in '06 & '07 and had a...

I'm in for '11. Did it in '06 & '07 and had a great time. I'm also looking forward to the training rides after the 1st.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-28-10, 09:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 521
Posted By GreenRiver

Sidi has models up to sizs 52. My regular shoe...

Sidi has models up to sizs 52. My regular shoe size is 16B - I wear Sidi Genius in 51S. http://www.sidiusa.com/sidi/roadplayer/products_road.html
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-10, 09:51 AM
Replies: 2,128
Views: 571,024
Posted By GreenRiver

Here's my Soma Smoothie ES

Here's my Soma Smoothie ES
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-25-10, 06:37 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,540
Posted By GreenRiver

I have a 64 CM Smoothie ES. I'm 6'6", 220 Lbs...

I have a 64 CM Smoothie ES. I'm 6'6", 220 Lbs and am very happy with fit and ride that this frame provides. The thing is set up with a mix of used Shimano 105 (from my old Specialized Roubaix) and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-25-10, 06:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,559
Posted By GreenRiver

I also have a Soma Smoothie ES. I have to...

I also have a Soma Smoothie ES. I have to tighten the binder bolt to the max "hand tight" (one hand) to keep the post from slipping. As a result, the eyelets/lugs are pinched together. I do use...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-23-10, 02:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 682
Posted By GreenRiver

Very nice photos - thanks for posting. I really...

Very nice photos - thanks for posting. I really like the cycling track along side the roadway. Wish we had that arrangement where I live.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-23-10, 02:24 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,535
Posted By GreenRiver

You might want to take a look at the SOMA frames....

You might want to take a look at the SOMA frames. I have a 64 CM Smoothie ES that's a great ride: http://www.somafab.com/frames_main.html
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-22-10, 03:15 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,025
Posted By GreenRiver

Carhartt Loose Fit jeans work for me -...

Carhartt Loose Fit jeans work for me -...
Forum: Touring
04-02-10, 05:44 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 9,575
Posted By GreenRiver

Soma Smoothie ES steel. I'm 6'6" and ride one...

Soma Smoothie ES steel. I'm 6'6" and ride one of their 64 cm frames. They're sized up to 66 cm.

http://www.somafab.com/extrasmoothie.html
Forum: Road Cycling
03-08-10, 09:16 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,096
Posted By GreenRiver

I've been riding a SOMA Smoothie ES for about 5...

I've been riding a SOMA Smoothie ES for about 5 months now - it's been great so far.
Forum: Touring
03-08-10, 09:11 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 6,636
Posted By GreenRiver

That's a great writeup and report Joey. Do you...

That's a great writeup and report Joey. Do you roll directly from the house? This looks like a fantastic ride. I did notice that your route didn't swing by Cafe Dumond; I'm guessing that traffic...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-06-10, 04:14 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,130
Posted By GreenRiver

Handled. Good Luck / All the Best / Thanks For...

Handled. Good Luck / All the Best / Thanks For Your Service.
Forum: Introductions
12-18-09, 10:32 AM
Replies: 5
Hi
Views: 1,527
Posted By GreenRiver

Welcome to the forum. How's the cycling in...

Welcome to the forum. How's the cycling in Hyderabad? What type of riding do you do there?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-14-09, 07:29 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,143
Posted By GreenRiver

+50 Clyde Texas Road Cycling General...

+50
Clyde
Texas
Road Cycling
General Cycling
Forum: Road Cycling
12-11-09, 03:30 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,315
Posted By GreenRiver

Superb post. Thanks very much.

Superb post. Thanks very much.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
11-23-09, 12:45 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,647
Posted By GreenRiver

I have 2 of them. My washing machine is a...

I have 2 of them. My washing machine is a front loader, and I wash them on gentle cycle/cold water with woolite. I dry mine on a a drying rack. No problems to date. They're not race fit...
Forum: Living Car Free
11-12-09, 01:37 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 866
Posted By GreenRiver

This site may be of some use to you: ...

This site may be of some use to you: http://www.greenamericatoday.org/
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
11-08-09, 05:00 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 653
Posted By GreenRiver

You might want to take a look at Austin.

You might want to take a look at Austin.
Forum: Introductions
11-02-09, 05:30 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 278
Posted By GreenRiver

Welcome. I have found folks here to be...

Welcome. I have found folks here to be knowledgeable and helpful. You might want to take a look at the Classic and Vintage sub-forum - might be right up your alley. Good luck.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-02-09, 01:49 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,910
Posted By GreenRiver

Fantastic scenery. Thanks for sharing.

Fantastic scenery. Thanks for sharing.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-31-09, 01:50 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 9,177
Posted By GreenRiver

I have a Road Morph (with the piggy back mount). ...

I have a Road Morph (with the piggy back mount). I haven't had to put it to practical use yet; only practice sessions at home. I haven't come up with a good tire-pressure result. I'm sure that...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-31-09, 09:45 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 9,177
Posted By GreenRiver

Lester - I'm not familiar with pump pegs. My...

Lester - I'm not familiar with pump pegs. My frame has the threaded holes in the seat and down tubes for bottle cages. Past that, I don't see any other provision for attaching things to the...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-30-09, 07:08 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 2,323
Posted By GreenRiver

at my kitchen table.

at my kitchen table.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-30-09, 06:50 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 9,177
Posted By GreenRiver

Zefal HPX frame pump -what size?

I've looked at several fact sheets and have noted the 4 sizes that are offered. Is there an advantage to getting the longest pump possible? I have a 64 cm frame that gives me an adequate space...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-28-09, 05:32 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,570
Posted By GreenRiver

That is a beautiful piece of work. Thanks for...

That is a beautiful piece of work. Thanks for posting it.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-11-09, 10:27 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,404
Posted By GreenRiver

I've been clipless for 5 years - busted my arse...

I've been clipless for 5 years - busted my arse 3-4 times (nothing bad) due to brain fart syndrome.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-11-09, 10:20 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,257
Posted By GreenRiver

Fascinating bit of history. Thanks for posting...

Fascinating bit of history. Thanks for posting this. Looks like they had a pretty good inventory. The blood stain on the floor; all repairs and sundries strictly cash; the demeanors of the...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-02-09, 03:20 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,827
Posted By GreenRiver

That's a thing of beauty.

That's a thing of beauty.
Forum: Great Lakes
10-01-09, 08:46 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,313
Posted By GreenRiver

I would recommend a trip to the French Quarter in...

I would recommend a trip to the French Quarter in NoLa as a remedy for any JuJu related issues.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-16-09, 10:19 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 686
Posted By GreenRiver

So who's telling you that this isn't healthy? ...

So who's telling you that this isn't healthy? if you start feeling bad or have no energy, then maybe you should make an adjustment.

I've suggested this BMR calculator in a number of other...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-13-09, 04:45 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,452
Posted By GreenRiver

I got good results from using this BMR...

I got good results from using this BMR calculator. I used the Harris-Benedict Equation (see the "Resources" section on the webpage) to determine my caloric intake for the day. I used a postal scale...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-01-09, 05:01 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 418
Posted By GreenRiver

Field Tested by Team Astana

Mod Note: link minimally NWS

Looks like 1st Endurance got their money's worth with this adv:

http://www.swobo.com/htatbl/archives/2009/07/lay_back_and_take_it_like_a_ma.html
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-01-09, 04:47 PM
Replies: 132
Views: 8,963
Posted By GreenRiver

56

56
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
07-31-09, 03:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 536
Posted By GreenRiver

Fignon: We were bribed to lose 87 Vuelta

http://www.cyclingnews.com/news/fignon-we-were-bribed-to-lose-87-vuelta

I'm wondering why Fignon had it in specifically for the Columbians (and not other nationalities).
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-28-09, 01:05 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,163
Posted By GreenRiver

Thanks for the headsup. I enjoyed their...

Thanks for the headsup. I enjoyed their coverage of the Giro.
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-25-09, 10:02 AM
Replies: 120
Views: 6,360
Posted By GreenRiver

Watching Alberto match up with the Schleck boys...

Watching Alberto match up with the Schleck boys in the coming years will be interesting for sure.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-25-09, 06:16 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 729
Posted By GreenRiver

Forget about the weight - it's how your clothes...

Forget about the weight - it's how your clothes fit that tell the tale. You're already down from 42 to 40. This will accelerate if you keep up with the riding and moderate your caloric intake. ...
Forum: Commuting
07-19-09, 08:03 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 4,105
Posted By GreenRiver

Well, at least you're not having to manoeuvre...

Well, at least you're not having to manoeuvre around obese folks while moving about in Van. A city with hills is a fit city.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-15-09, 05:29 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,785
Posted By GreenRiver

I'm all over this. I've had one for 2 years now...

I'm all over this. I've had one for 2 years now and like it a lot.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-13-09, 05:58 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,266
Posted By GreenRiver

I eat to ride for the most part - feeling good is...

I eat to ride for the most part - feeling good is better than food tastes. Having said that; I do enjoy pizza or a good TexMex feed a couple of times a month.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-02-09, 04:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 534
Posted By GreenRiver

R.I.P. Alexis Argüello

The Arguello / Pryor matches were epics (good enough for me and my room mates to spring for pay-per-view). The gentleman had a ton of talent and a lot of class. Sad to see him check out this...
Forum: Commuting
06-13-09, 12:08 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 6,090
Posted By GreenRiver

I've been running armadillos's for about 3 years...

I've been running armadillos's for about 3 years and have had 2 flats; in both cases small piece of narrow gauge wire was the culprit. I carry my repair kit in a wedge pack.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-12-09, 12:31 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,222
Posted By GreenRiver

Steve Marmo: Bar Fighter

This guy's story is featured in the NY Times "One in 8 Million" series. Bike therapy appears to have worked for him.:thumb:
...
Forum: Texas
05-28-09, 07:38 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 11,280
Posted By GreenRiver

For 30-40 mile workouts, I usually stay in west...

For 30-40 mile workouts, I usually stay in west side of The Woodlands; Branch Crossing/Terramont/Alden Bridge/Crownridge/Cochran's Crossing/Kuykendahl/Flintridge.

Magnolia is good for longer...
Forum: Commuting
05-22-09, 08:36 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,884
Posted By GreenRiver

Hoo-Ahhs field towels might work for you. ...

Hoo-Ahhs field towels might work for you.

http://www.hooahhs.com/
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