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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-19-12, 02:51 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,877
Posted By chevychic55

I have gloves that seemed to fit in the store but...

I have gloves that seemed to fit in the store but hurt when I ride. The gloves seem to stretch the "webbing" between my fingers. Does this happen to anyone else?
Forum: Commuting
06-19-12, 02:43 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 871
Posted By chevychic55

Have you gotten your new toy yet?

Have you gotten your new toy yet?
Forum: Commuting
06-13-12, 10:42 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,609
Posted By chevychic55

Just pedal 40 mph :p

Just pedal 40 mph :p
Forum: Commuting
06-12-12, 08:45 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 11,766
Posted By chevychic55

Show off!!! Your creations are amazing! Do you...

Show off!!! Your creations are amazing! Do you have a website?
Forum: Commuting
06-11-12, 09:49 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,598
Posted By chevychic55

http://raleigh.craigslist.org/laf/3069828576.html...

http://raleigh.craigslist.org/laf/3069828576.html

No pics because he doesn't want anyone to see a picture of it and call him to say the bike is theirs with the ability to describe it to him.

...
Forum: Commuting
06-07-12, 02:16 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 871
Posted By chevychic55

x2

x2
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-12, 05:02 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,444
Posted By chevychic55

Could you borrow a car or rent one for the...

Could you borrow a car or rent one for the interview? I know you have been fired for not having a car in the past but I highly doubt that would happen again. Seems like an anomaly.
Forum: Commuting
06-06-12, 04:41 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 895
Posted By chevychic55

What about a nice pelican case, or even a hard...

What about a nice pelican case, or even a hard food storage container like from LocknLock?
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-06-12, 04:36 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,003
Posted By chevychic55

This is a dumb question, I read a lot that up...

This is a dumb question, I read a lot that up right is better for long commutes. I also see and read about people who ride long distances on a road bike. Is it that they sacrifice comfort for...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-06-12, 04:34 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 503
Posted By chevychic55

Glad you are relatively ok. On a side...

Glad you are relatively ok.

On a side note, what happens your your bike if you have to ride in an ambulance? Whether the bike is fine or not.
Forum: Commuting
06-05-12, 01:10 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 9,854
Posted By chevychic55

I have this pack and love it. I bought it when I...

I have this pack and love it. I bought it when I was in college. It is specifically designed to hold a 15" MBP, has a built in rain cover, and is really comfy. This model is discontinued, but...
Forum: Commuting
06-05-12, 12:38 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 871
Posted By chevychic55

I know I am a noob, but what is a city bike?

I know I am a noob, but what is a city bike?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-05-12, 12:20 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 851
Posted By chevychic55

I live in Irvine, CA and most (if not all) of the...

I live in Irvine, CA and most (if not all) of the bike lanes prohibit parking with signage. Cycling is a pretty big deal around here though. I think every street has a bike lane.
Forum: Commuting
06-04-12, 03:13 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 871
Posted By chevychic55

What kind of bike do you win?

What kind of bike do you win?
Forum: Living Car Free
06-04-12, 11:50 AM
Replies: 122
Views: 26,834
Posted By chevychic55

I would be glad to let you carry my purse if it...

I would be glad to let you carry my purse if it means that, in general, women earn the same salary as a man for doing the same job. There are far more meaningful double standards that favor men than...
Forum: Commuting
05-31-12, 09:37 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 6,165
Posted By chevychic55

This is just another reason why I love working...

This is just another reason why I love working for a small, family owned business (about 10 employees). I started commuting this week and just it rolled on in. My boss stopped me, but only to ask...
Forum: Commuting
05-29-12, 01:31 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,192
Posted By chevychic55

It is illegal to ride on the sidewalk here, but...

It is illegal to ride on the sidewalk here, but while I was doing it a cop going the opposite way saw and didn't seem to mind. What is happening is the road way is two lanes on each side, plus a...
Forum: Commuting
05-29-12, 01:08 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,192
Posted By chevychic55

Is it ever ok to ride on the sidewalk?

Today was my first commute to work and it did not go as expected. I was half way there and saw that there was construction going on. I didn't notice the construction when I drove on Friday so it...
Forum: Commuting
05-29-12, 12:42 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 6,152
Posted By chevychic55

I started commuting this week (13 miles RT) but...

I started commuting this week (13 miles RT) but wanted to practice with my 105 clipless pedals first. In the two short 10 mile runs I made this weekend I fell twice. Thankfully I wasn't moving. I...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-03-10, 10:22 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,081
Posted By chevychic55

I am an avid Gizmodo reader and I was really...

I am an avid Gizmodo reader and I was really excited when i saw this post.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-31-10, 05:14 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 806
Posted By chevychic55

Thanks, I normally would not have argued, but I...

Thanks, I normally would not have argued, but I was really upset. I know I shouldn't have.
Also, I did signal and look, but it did appear as though he was going straight in the left lane since he...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-31-10, 04:00 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 806
Posted By chevychic55

Thanks everyone. I will continue to be cautious...

Thanks everyone. I will continue to be cautious and I will try not to engage in an argument next time.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-31-10, 01:57 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 806
Posted By chevychic55

Another "Was is my fault? Thread

Ok, I am new to cycling (<2 months) and I decided to take a new route today. I was stoked that the weather was perfect and loving life... until I encountered a jerk motorist. I was riding in the...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-24-10, 12:00 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 750
Posted By chevychic55

+1. My LBS has the 2010 Allez for $619.

+1. My LBS has the 2010 Allez for $619.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-17-10, 04:50 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 942
Posted By chevychic55

Thanks :) I went for a ride with my brother...

Thanks :)

I went for a ride with my brother and felt good afterward. Thanks again GALS :)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-16-10, 02:32 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 942
Posted By chevychic55

Thanks again guys. I am not in too much pain......

Thanks again guys. I am not in too much pain... it was more my mood. The ladies will understand perfectly when I say I feel "Blah." I am going to hop on the bike tonight to see if I feel better.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-16-10, 12:24 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 4,304
Posted By chevychic55

Focus!!!

Focus!!!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-15-10, 12:40 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 942
Posted By chevychic55

Thanks guys :)

Thanks guys :)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-15-10, 11:17 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 6,530
Posted By chevychic55

Someone should make a device that incorporates a...

Someone should make a device that incorporates a motion activated grenade. When the bike is moved without punching in a code it explodes. Sure, you would lose your bike, but I bet that dead thief...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-15-10, 10:05 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 942
Posted By chevychic55

Fellow ladies, do you ride ALL month? (wink wink)

My Aunt Flow is in town and this is the first time since I got my new road bike. I have had zero desire to hop on the saddle. I was just wondering if you feel better after a ride.

[And men,...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-13-10, 10:54 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 573
Posted By chevychic55

There are youtube videos that teach you how to...

There are youtube videos that teach you how to tape your own bars. It is super easy.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-13-10, 12:09 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,426
Posted By chevychic55

I have only had my bike for a few weeks. I am...

I have only had my bike for a few weeks. I am overweight (I am part of the Clydes/Athenas club), so I started with 20 min the first week. Then 30 min the second week. This week I am doing 40 min. ...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-13-10, 11:46 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 481
Posted By chevychic55

Why does Starbucks charge so much for something...

Why does Starbucks charge so much for something that obviously costs them so little? There are several principles of economics that could factor into the price of any commodity.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-12-10, 10:21 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,338
Posted By chevychic55

+1 on this. I have a Specialized Manta, and love...

+1 on this. I have a Specialized Manta, and love it. It grips the bottle really well. It comes in white and is only $10. Specialized.com...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-12-10, 10:14 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,721
Posted By chevychic55

Probably a good idea to carry a SteriPen around...

Probably a good idea to carry a SteriPen around with you if this happens often. REI has a ton of options

WWW.REI.COM...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-09-10, 10:10 PM
Replies: 1,416
Views: 797,471
Posted By chevychic55

WOW! Way to go. You look great :)

WOW! Way to go. You look great :)
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-06-10, 09:09 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 9,531
Posted By chevychic55

wallbike.com lets you return the saddle if you...

wallbike.com lets you return the saddle if you are not happy with it.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-06-10, 11:19 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 5,177
Posted By chevychic55

Thanks. I haven't really though about that, but...

Thanks. I haven't really though about that, but I suspect that is exactly what I have been doing. I will go out today and try to remember to lift my leg. I really want to get into this, but so far...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-06-10, 12:54 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,370
Posted By chevychic55

Love the vantage points

Love the vantage points
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-04-10, 11:51 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 5,177
Posted By chevychic55

I knew I was doing something wrong. I don't know...

I knew I was doing something wrong. I don't know anyone else who cycles, or even has a bike so I threw myself into this blindly. I have been doing exactly that (spinning really fast in short...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-04-10, 11:42 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,370
Posted By chevychic55

nice. I was thinking about getting the red one,...

nice. I was thinking about getting the red one, but i couldn't wait! Stupid, impulsive nature! That is a great looking bike... congrats! How do you like it so far?
Forum: Road Cycling
07-04-10, 11:30 PM
Replies: 207
Views: 34,398
Posted By chevychic55

WOW! Drool!

WOW! Drool!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-04-10, 09:45 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,624
Posted By chevychic55

I am not an expert, but I would say go until your...

I am not an expert, but I would say go until your dog gets tired. Maybe he needs to build endurance to go further. I don't imagine a dog will be able to go over 5 miles though. That seems like a...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-03-10, 11:00 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,370
Posted By chevychic55

post a pic :)

post a pic :)
Forum: Road Cycling
07-03-10, 10:34 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,600
Posted By chevychic55

Go with the Scott (as you said you liked the...

Go with the Scott (as you said you liked the feel) or the one at the local shop. If you get the scott, you can always upgrade the frame later. Plus, my local shop is a specialized dealer and they...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-02-10, 12:12 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 20,648
Posted By chevychic55

Orange County, CA. I love it here. I live in...

Orange County, CA. I love it here. I live in Irvine and it is close to the beach or the canyon. Perfect.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-01-10, 12:06 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 441
Posted By chevychic55

Thanks everyone!!! I will go with wallbike.

Thanks everyone!!! I will go with wallbike.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-30-10, 12:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 441
Posted By chevychic55

Athena question about Brooks Saddle

I was wondering if I should get the Brooks B17 model, or the women's B17 "s" model. There are a lot of Brooks posts in this thread, but I didn't see any from women. Thanks in advance.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-26-10, 02:35 PM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,429,563
Posted By chevychic55

Thanks!

Thanks!
Forum: Road Cycling
06-25-10, 06:27 PM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,429,563
Posted By chevychic55

I have considered it. I am a obvious a novice so...

I have considered it. I am a obvious a novice so bear with me. Do you have to get a certain kind of shoe? i.e., if I get Shimano pedals, do I also have to get Shimano shoes?
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