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Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-02-20, 08:03 AM
Replies: 2,159
Views: 979,494
Posted By Jac of Hearts

I have a 2012 DS 8.5 with a 3x9. I almost never...

I have a 2012 DS 8.5 with a 3x9. I almost never use the 1st ring but I know it's there. If I'm not mistaken the DS with 2x9 have a lower 1st ring than the middle ring on the 3x9.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-09-20, 10:34 PM
Replies: 2,159
Views: 979,494
Posted By Jac of Hearts

And then this happened

And then this happened. After unhooking the Jeep from the Leprechaun motorhome my wife backed into a post damaging both the bike and the rack. When I got the bike ito my local Trek dealer the owner...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-06-19, 11:36 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 12,392
Posted By Jac of Hearts

Goal 100 10/01 6.61 10/02 5.36 10/03...

Goal 100

10/01 6.61
10/02 5.36
10/03 5.23
10/04 4.29
10/05 8.29 (Bike Marshalling for the local Women Only 5k Run/Walk)

MTD 29.78
YTD 827
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-03-19, 06:55 AM
Replies: 119
Views: 12,706
Posted By Jac of Hearts

Goal 150 09/01 5.11 09/02 10.14 09/04...

Goal 150

09/01 5.11
09/02 10.14
09/04 7.85
09/04 7.17 (Hard pack dirt around lake)
09/05 7.34
09/06 5.93
09/07 3.05
09/09 5.54
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-26-19, 12:17 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 12,706
Posted By Jac of Hearts

Goal 150 09/01 5.11 09/02 10.14 09/04...

Goal 150

09/01 5.11
09/02 10.14
09/04 7.85
09/04 7.17 (Hard pack dirt around lake)
09/05 7.34
09/06 5.93
09/07 3.05
09/09 5.54
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-25-19, 08:48 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 751
Posted By Jac of Hearts

Clydesdale/Athena Facebook Group

I just created a Facebook Group for us heavier riders. Facebook Groups can be contentious places which is why I am making it a closed group. I want this group to be a safe place to hang out and...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-24-19, 04:04 AM
Replies: 119
Views: 12,706
Posted By Jac of Hearts

Goal 150 09/01 5.11 09/02 10.14 09/04...

Goal 150

09/01 5.11
09/02 10.14
09/04 7.85
09/04 7.17 (Hard pack dirt around lake)
09/05 7.34
09/06 5.93
09/07 3.05
09/09 5.54
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-23-19, 08:40 PM
Replies: 1,416
Views: 795,075
Posted By Jac of Hearts

And I have now hit 268 which is a 100 lb weight...

And I have now hit 268 which is a 100 lb weight loss since 2011.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-11-19, 10:42 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 12,706
Posted By Jac of Hearts

Goal 150 09/01 5.11 09/02 10.14 09/04...

Goal 150

09/01 5.11
09/02 10.14
09/04 7.85
09/04 7.17 (Hard pack dirt around lake)
09/05 7.34
09/06 5.93
09/07 3.05
09/09 5.54
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-04-19, 01:31 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 12,706
Posted By Jac of Hearts

September Goal 150 09/01 5.11 09/02 10.14 ...

September Goal 150

09/01 5.11
09/02 10.14
09/04 7.85

mtd 23.10
ytd 661

I'm not sure if a rest day helps or hurts. Stiff for the 1st mile.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-02-19, 08:01 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 12,706
Posted By Jac of Hearts

Goal 150 09/01 5.11 09/02 10.14 mtd...

Goal 150

09/01 5.11
09/02 10.14

mtd 15.26
ytd 653
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-01-19, 06:29 AM
Replies: 119
Views: 12,706
Posted By Jac of Hearts

I've ridden further than I imagined I would this...

I've ridden further than I imagined I would this summer. This month wedding season kicks in so not as much opportunity to ride. I'm going to set a goal of 150 and spend more time smelling the flowers...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-31-19, 01:24 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 11,342
Posted By Jac of Hearts

August Goal 200 08/01 10.1 08/02 5.47 ...

August Goal 200

08/01 10.1
08/02 5.47
08/03 4.96
08/04 7.10
08/06 18.49 (My longest ride yet! )
08/07 5.44 (Fitness pace, for me, 12.4 mph avg,)
08/07 4.73 (Easy Father/Daughter Ride)
08/08...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-30-19, 07:20 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 11,342
Posted By Jac of Hearts

August Goal 200 08/01 10.1 08/02 5.47 ...

August Goal 200

08/01 10.1
08/02 5.47
08/03 4.96
08/04 7.10
08/06 18.49 (My longest ride yet! )
08/07 5.44 (Fitness pace, for me, 12.4 mph avg,)
08/07 4.73 (Easy Father/Daughter Ride)
08/08...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-28-19, 08:58 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 11,342
Posted By Jac of Hearts

August Goal 200 08/01 10.1 08/02 5.47 ...

August Goal 200

08/01 10.1
08/02 5.47
08/03 4.96
08/04 7.10
08/06 18.49 (My longest ride yet! )
08/07 5.44 (Fitness pace, for me, 12.4 mph avg,)
08/07 4.73 (Easy Father/Daughter Ride)
08/08...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-28-19, 06:19 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 11,342
Posted By Jac of Hearts

August Goal 200 08/01 10.1 08/02 5.47 ...

August Goal 200

08/01 10.1
08/02 5.47
08/03 4.96
08/04 7.10
08/06 18.49 (My longest ride yet! )
08/07 5.44 (Fitness pace, for me, 12.4 mph avg,)
08/07 4.73 (Easy Father/Daughter Ride)
08/08...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-24-19, 05:33 AM
Replies: 2,159
Views: 979,494
Posted By Jac of Hearts

You are going to love that remote lockout.

You are going to love that remote lockout.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-23-19, 11:15 AM
Replies: 3,578
Views: 985,943
Posted By Jac of Hearts

I am really diggin the fenders. Oh and the...

I am really diggin the fenders. Oh and the License Plate. I was born in '54 also.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-23-19, 08:01 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 11,342
Posted By Jac of Hearts

August Goal 200 08/01 10.1 08/02 5.47 ...

August Goal 200

08/01 10.1
08/02 5.47
08/03 4.96
08/04 7.10
08/06 18.49 (My longest ride yet! )
08/07 5.44 (Fitness pace, for me, 12.4 mph avg,)
08/07 4.73 (Easy Father/Daughter Ride)
08/08...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-23-19, 05:30 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 11,342
Posted By Jac of Hearts

August Goal 200 08/01 10.1 08/02 5.47 ...

August Goal 200

08/01 10.1
08/02 5.47
08/03 4.96
08/04 7.10
08/06 18.49 (My longest ride yet! )
08/07 5.44 (Fitness pace, for me, 12.4 mph avg,)
08/07 4.73 (Easy Father/Daughter Ride)
08/08...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-20-19, 10:51 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 11,342
Posted By Jac of Hearts

August Goal 200 08/01 10.1 08/02 5.47 ...

August Goal 200

08/01 10.1
08/02 5.47
08/03 4.96
08/04 7.10
08/06 18.49 (My longest ride yet! )
08/07 5.44 (Fitness pace, for me, 12.4 mph avg,)
08/07 4.73 (Easy Father/Daughter Ride)
08/08...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-18-19, 07:17 AM
Replies: 2,159
Views: 979,494
Posted By Jac of Hearts

I am running Bontrager H5 Hard case lites 700c x...

I am running Bontrager H5 Hard case lites 700c x 38 They have a smooth thread with some knobs on the edges for dirt or gravel. I really like them but was wondering at a larger diameter when it's time...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-17-19, 06:51 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 11,342
Posted By Jac of Hearts

August Goal 200 08/01 10.1 08/02 5.47 ...

August Goal 200

08/01 10.1
08/02 5.47
08/03 4.96
08/04 7.10
08/06 18.49 (My longest ride yet! )
08/07 5.44 (Fitness pace, for me, 12.4 mph avg,)
08/07 4.73 (Easy Father/Daughter Ride)
08/08...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-16-19, 07:28 AM
Replies: 2,159
Views: 979,494
Posted By Jac of Hearts

So what advantage is there in a 40 or 45 vs. a 38?

So what advantage is there in a 40 or 45 vs. a 38?
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-16-19, 07:18 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 11,342
Posted By Jac of Hearts

August Goal 200 08/01 10.1 08/02 5.47 ...

August Goal 200

08/01 10.1
08/02 5.47
08/03 4.96
08/04 7.10
08/06 18.49 (My longest ride yet! )
08/07 5.44 (Fitness pace, for me, 12.4 mph avg,)
08/07 4.73 (Easy Father/Daughter Ride)
08/08...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-14-19, 08:51 PM
Replies: 2,159
Views: 979,494
Posted By Jac of Hearts

I Love My Remote Lockout Fork

I was looking at a lower priced Marlin or DS with a manual lockout fork but I ended up with a 2012 DS8.5 which has the remote lockout. I have to say I really love it. It is one of the favorite...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-14-19, 08:33 PM
Replies: 2,159
Views: 979,494
Posted By Jac of Hearts

I do 95% of my riding on the road and I really...

I do 95% of my riding on the road and I really like the 700c x 38s I have. They are H5s. Probably a slimmer version of whats on your Verve.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-13-19, 05:00 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 11,342
Posted By Jac of Hearts

August Goal 200 08/01 10.1 08/02 5.47 ...

August Goal 200

08/01 10.1
08/02 5.47
08/03 4.96
08/04 7.10
08/06 18.49 (My longest ride yet! )
08/07 5.44 (Fitness pace, for me, 12.4 mph avg,)
08/07 4.73 (Easy Father/Daughter Ride)
08/08...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-12-19, 11:09 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 11,342
Posted By Jac of Hearts

August Goal 200 08/01 10.1 08/02 5.47 ...

August Goal 200

08/01 10.1
08/02 5.47
08/03 4.96
08/04 7.10
08/06 18.49 (My longest ride yet! )
08/07 5.44 (Fitness pace, for me, 12.4 mph avg,)
08/07 4.73 (Easy Father/Daughter Ride)
08/08...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-12-19, 06:05 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 11,342
Posted By Jac of Hearts

August Goal 200 08/01 10.1 08/02 5.47 ...

August Goal 200

08/01 10.1
08/02 5.47
08/03 4.96
08/04 7.10
08/06 18.49 (My longest ride yet! )
08/07 5.44 (Fitness pace, for me, 12.4 mph avg,)
08/07 4.73 (Easy Father/Daughter Ride)
08/08...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-09-19, 09:30 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 11,342
Posted By Jac of Hearts

August Goal 200 08/01 10.1 08/02 5.47 ...

August Goal 200

08/01 10.1
08/02 5.47
08/03 4.96
08/04 7.10
08/06 18.49 (My longest ride yet! )
08/07 5.44 (Fitness pace, for me, 12.4 mph avg,)
08/07 4.73 (Easy Father/Daughter Ride)
08/08...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-08-19, 12:20 AM
Replies: 3,858
Sticky 65-85+ Thread
Views: 664,579
Posted By Jac of Hearts

I was hoping to ride the short ride on the Apple...

I was hoping to ride the short ride on the Apple Pie Run but had to work.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-07-19, 08:46 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 11,342
Posted By Jac of Hearts

August Goal 200 08/01 10.1 08/02 5.47 ...

August Goal 200

08/01 10.1
08/02 5.47
08/03 4.96
08/04 7.10
08/06 18.49 (My longest ride yet! )
08/07 5.44 (Fitness pace, for me, 12.4 mph avg,)

MTD 51.6
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-06-19, 06:04 PM
Replies: 3,858
Sticky 65-85+ Thread
Views: 664,579
Posted By Jac of Hearts

I thought that was in my profile but I didn't set...

I thought that was in my profile but I didn't set it up. Greensboro, NC

We have A, B and C rides in the area but no real "Beginner" rides so that is what I'm working to start.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-06-19, 04:06 PM
Replies: 3,858
Sticky 65-85+ Thread
Views: 664,579
Posted By Jac of Hearts

I was looking for a slower more leisurely riding...

I was looking for a slower more leisurely riding group in my area and couldn't find one. Like you I do most of my riding solo but some social activity with other like minded cyclists would be...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-06-19, 12:08 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 11,342
Posted By Jac of Hearts

August Goal 200 08/01 10.1 08/02 5.47 ...

August Goal 200

08/01 10.1
08/02 5.47
08/03 4.96
08/04 7.10
08/06 18.49 (My longest ride yet! )

MTD 46.1
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-04-19, 08:12 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 11,342
Posted By Jac of Hearts

August Goal 200 08/01 10.1 08/02 5.47 ...

August Goal 200

08/01 10.1
08/02 5.47
08/03 4.96
08/04 7.10

MTD 27.7
Getting a slow start but have decided to ride mostly for pleasure and not try to bust my butt. Still getting a decent...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-02-19, 09:19 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 17,187
Posted By Jac of Hearts

Now that's funny. I hate to ride in the gym...

Now that's funny.

I hate to ride in the gym but I will if need be. I want to feel the wind in my beard and feel the movement.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-02-19, 09:13 PM
Replies: 2,159
Views: 979,494
Posted By Jac of Hearts

When I found out about the fork recall I took my...

When I found out about the fork recall I took my bike to my Trek dealer to be checked. Sure enough it was part of the recall. They replaced the fork while I waited.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-02-19, 01:00 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 11,342
Posted By Jac of Hearts

August Goal 200 08/01 10.1 08/02 5.47 ...

August Goal 200

08/01 10.1
08/02 5.47

August total 15.57
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-01-19, 08:39 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 11,342
Posted By Jac of Hearts

August Goal 200 08/01 10.1 I may shoot...

August Goal 200

08/01 10.1

I may shoot for 300 but that's going to be tough so I'll be satisfied with 200.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-30-19, 08:45 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 12,490
Posted By Jac of Hearts

July goal 125 miles 07/01 10.16 07/03...

July goal 125 miles

07/01 10.16
07/03 10.20
07/04 5.24
07/06 10.06
07/07 4.29
07/08 10.34
07/10 10.50
07/10 5.21 (2nd ride today)
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-30-19, 06:28 AM
Replies: 3,982
Views: 649,178
Posted By Jac of Hearts

The OBX is very bike friendly. On the Northern...

The OBX is very bike friendly. On the Northern Banks, Corrola, Kitty Hawk, Nags Head, there are well defined wide bike paths. In the National Seashore Hwy 12 has wide shoulders and you see plenty of...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-30-19, 06:12 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 17,187
Posted By Jac of Hearts

My phone is my computer so it's on my handlebars....

My phone is my computer so it's on my handlebars. I dont carry a wallet but the shorts I wear over my padded bike underwear have a zippered pocket I keep some cash in. I keep a copy of my ID in my...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-29-19, 02:35 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 17,187
Posted By Jac of Hearts

Why I ride in a tee shirt. So that's...

Why I ride in a tee shirt.



So that's what those pockets are for. I was wondering. :lol:
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-29-19, 10:45 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 12,490
Posted By Jac of Hearts

July goal 125 miles 07/01 10.16 07/03...

July goal 125 miles

07/01 10.16
07/03 10.20
07/04 5.24
07/06 10.06
07/07 4.29
07/08 10.34
07/10 10.50
07/10 5.21 (2nd ride today)
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-28-19, 10:55 PM
Replies: 3,982
Views: 649,178
Posted By Jac of Hearts

Adventures on the NC Outer Banks

Went to the Outer Banks on the North Carolina coast last week glamping and got in some great rides.

We stayed on the southern end of Hatteras Island in Frisco which is close to the Cape Hatteras...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-26-19, 07:48 PM
Replies: 2,159
Views: 979,494
Posted By Jac of Hearts

The DS 4 has 2 rings up front and a remote...

The DS 4 has 2 rings up front and a remote lockout. The DS3 has 3 rings up front and a manual lockout. I looked at both bikes before finding my DS 8.5 used at a great deal.

My 8.5 has a remote...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-26-19, 04:54 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 12,490
Posted By Jac of Hearts

July goal 125 miles 07/01 10.16 07/03...

July goal 125 miles

07/01 10.16
07/03 10.20
07/04 5.24
07/06 10.06
07/07 4.29
07/08 10.34
07/10 10.50
07/10 5.21 (2nd ride today)
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-24-19, 06:02 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 12,490
Posted By Jac of Hearts

July goal 125 miles 07/01 10.16 07/03...

July goal 125 miles

07/01 10.16
07/03 10.20
07/04 5.24
07/06 10.06
07/07 4.29
07/08 10.34
07/10 10.50
07/10 5.21 (2nd ride today)
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