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Forum: Introductions
05-18-20, 03:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 475
Posted By Ugly Dwarf

Thanks!

Thanks!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-13-20, 03:11 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,284
Posted By Ugly Dwarf

Ha ha... I was thinking the same about the...

Ha ha... I was thinking the same about the "reverse fat shame".

I haven't been below 200lbs since H.S., though I am not really a stout fellow. More like "average build on an up-sized frame". ...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-13-20, 01:13 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 7,487
Posted By Ugly Dwarf

Ha ha... once again Barry2 , this is not all...

Ha ha... once again Barry2 , this is not all about you. ;-) I'm just a luddite who doesn't want to change for the sake of change or spend money on something I won't appreciate over what I have been...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-12-20, 12:14 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,030
Posted By Ugly Dwarf

I've had to use my Specialized warranty once (out...

I've had to use my Specialized warranty once (out of several bikes) and was happy to have it, though Specialized was not quick to say "yes" without prodding.

Another consideration besides MFG...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-12-20, 11:02 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 7,487
Posted By Ugly Dwarf

Thanks all for the responses. So far I've...

Thanks all for the responses.

So far I've resisted the impulse to buy the Mavic Ksyrium Elites I found being sold online for $450. They're pretty, and light, and it's what the "cool kids"...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-11-20, 08:22 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,925
Posted By Ugly Dwarf

It seems like Wahoo should do what I want. I may...

It seems like Wahoo should do what I want. I may have set up the app wrong or maybe it doesn't do maps well on my phone or ??? I haven't given up yet. It would be nice if I could just run one app and...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-11-20, 07:59 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,103
Posted By Ugly Dwarf

Congratulations. As was said above, I think it's...

Congratulations. As was said above, I think it's a lot tougher to do a century on your own. I don't know if it will happen this year due to COVID-19 Social Distancing (it's usually in the Fall, so...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-11-20, 07:48 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 600
Posted By Ugly Dwarf

I've been wrestling with this very thing. ...

I've been wrestling with this very thing.

I use the Wahoo app and it tracks my HR, power and cadence. At the end of each ride, it now (since I authorized it) automatically pushes "an activity"...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-11-20, 07:11 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,925
Posted By Ugly Dwarf

But it's data... and I wants it. It's my...

But it's data... and I wants it. It's my precious.

Seriously though, I agree and understand it's not something I'll make much use of, but I would like to know if it really pays off when I really...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-11-20, 07:05 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,925
Posted By Ugly Dwarf

Yes, I got the Ant+ working on my S10 and it can...

Yes, I got the Ant+ working on my S10 and it can see my HR, Cadence, and PM.

Funny, I also had an S5, S7 and now an S10 (I also had the first Galaxy for a bit and an S3 - I don't consider myself a...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-11-20, 06:59 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,925
Posted By Ugly Dwarf

I agree that the Wahoo app looks to have a TON of...

I agree that the Wahoo app looks to have a TON of data available. I just seem to have issues accessing it. For example, while recording activity I can see multiple pages of information. Once I...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-11-20, 02:54 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 7,487
Posted By Ugly Dwarf

Rear Wheel / Wheel Set for 250 Pound Rider

At risk of hearing the saying, "You can have it good, fast, and inexpensive... Pick two.", I'll ask for some advice on wheels.

The bike is a ~10 year old 61cm Cannondale Synapse. I'm still using...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-04-20, 03:56 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,925
Posted By Ugly Dwarf

I received the pedals last week and was able to...

I received the pedals last week and was able to pair them to Wahoo app and Garmin 500. I'm able to see basic data on the ride (distance, avg speed, time, etc) along with a little more detail on...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-04-20, 03:51 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 8,513
Posted By Ugly Dwarf

I set up the Wahoo app on my S10. I was able to...

I set up the Wahoo app on my S10. I was able to pair my HR, Garmin Cadence, and Vector 3 pedals without issue.

Still working through the data and trying to find ways to capture more of what is...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-04-20, 03:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 850
Posted By Ugly Dwarf

I got my pedals at the end of last week. I...

I got my pedals at the end of last week. I mounted them up with the help of a friend and his pedal wrench, paired to my phone (Galaxy S10) and my old Garmin Edge 500 (once I revisited the manual),...
Forum: Northern California
04-30-20, 02:23 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 9,997
Posted By Ugly Dwarf

I've been social distancing, wearing a mask when...

I've been social distancing, wearing a mask when I go to stores, and staying close to home...

... and yet the quote plays in my head with the words "Papers Please" in a German accent.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-29-20, 12:13 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 850
Posted By Ugly Dwarf

It's been 30+ years since I would have qualified...

It's been 30+ years since I would have qualified at that weight.

I just bought some Vector 3 pedals. Looking forward to trying them out and will report back if I have any issues.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-29-20, 12:10 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,925
Posted By Ugly Dwarf

I went out for a ride after work last night. Was...

I went out for a ride after work last night. Was able to connect my HR and Cadence to both Wahoo and Edge 500. I just bought some pedals so I should know more about that in another week.
Forum: For Sale
04-28-20, 05:31 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 886
Posted By Ugly Dwarf

Per our PM, I'll take them. Thanks!

Per our PM, I'll take them.

Thanks!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-28-20, 05:22 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,532
Posted By Ugly Dwarf

Doesn't seem like a terrible idea to me. My LBS...

Doesn't seem like a terrible idea to me. My LBS does trade ins.

My guess is that (similar to older / mediocre trade in's at a car dealership) they offer offer a very low price to the would-be...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-28-20, 03:29 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,584
Posted By Ugly Dwarf

Good info in here. I had not heard the 30...

Good info in here. I had not heard the 30 cal/mile formula. I too have seen the calories burned numbers given by apps and thought "no way" it can be that high.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-28-20, 02:54 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,925
Posted By Ugly Dwarf

I installed Wahoo Fitness on my phone and was...

I installed Wahoo Fitness on my phone and was able to detect (after a few tries) my HR monitor. I'm going to try syncing it up to my cadence sensor if I can get out for a ride this evening after...
Forum: Introductions
04-28-20, 12:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 475
Posted By Ugly Dwarf

Thanks Barry. I found a lot of different rabbit...

Thanks Barry. I found a lot of different rabbit holes here to run down this morning and a lot of things to read. Now I need to stop reading and get out on my bike.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-28-20, 12:07 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,925
Posted By Ugly Dwarf

I may not have been clear. I already have the...

I may not have been clear. I already have the cadence and HR strap from my Garmin 500.

I'm looking for a way to add dual pedal power data and possibly Nav functions. Supposedly my 500 will give...
Forum: Northern California
04-28-20, 11:37 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 9,997
Posted By Ugly Dwarf

Thanks for the update. I haven't been up the...

Thanks for the update. I haven't been up the mountain for a while, but admit it would be a nicer ride without some of the angry drivers who are in a rush to get up the mountain and back down.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-28-20, 11:17 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,925
Posted By Ugly Dwarf

Using Galaxy S10 as Computer?

Is anyone on here using a Samsung Galaxy S10 as their primary bike computer? According to "This is ANT", my phone has ANT+ capabilities. That site lists a lot of apps that are compatible, but most...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-28-20, 10:44 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 850
Posted By Ugly Dwarf

Thanks for the reply. I've been thinking similar...

Thanks for the reply. I've been thinking similar about being OK when I'm that close to the Max. I figure a companies lawyers make them build a good bit of buffer.

I've been running shimano road...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-28-20, 10:32 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 8,513
Posted By Ugly Dwarf

Did you ever get these working again? Do you...

Did you ever get these working again? Do you have any experience using your phone to pair with a power meter?

I have an S10 running OS 10. I have an older Edge 500 with HR strap and cadence, but...
Forum: Introductions
04-28-20, 09:53 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 475
Posted By Ugly Dwarf

Howdy

I've been cycling off and on for many years. Was all road back when I was a kid but made the jump to MTB in college and didn't get back on road till about 10 years ago when I caught the bug again. ...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-28-20, 09:44 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 850
Posted By Ugly Dwarf

Vector 3 Pedals for 250 Pound Rider

New to the forum.

Looking to buy a power meter and have been leaning towards going with pedals vs other methods. I just started looking at the Garmin Vector 3 pedals but it says max rider weight...
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