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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-21-12, 09:27 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,897
Posted By jfdawson

First off, I'm not a Doctor.. Been Type 2 since...

First off, I'm not a Doctor.. Been Type 2 since 2007. I currently take Glimepride, Metformin HCL ER, Levemier.

It's my understanding that the Glimepride and Metformin make your body do 2...
Forum: Texas
03-15-12, 11:43 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,881
Posted By jfdawson

Conti 4000s. 700 x 25

Conti 4000s. 700 x 25
Forum: Road Cycling
05-27-11, 09:53 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,228
Posted By jfdawson

I have both the Aliante and the Max Flite Gel...

I have both the Aliante and the Max Flite Gel Flow. The Flite ( 130 ) and the Max Flite ( 146 ) so the "max" version is for wider sit bones. I prefer the Max Flite over the Aliante. My reason is...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-13-11, 04:06 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 564
Posted By jfdawson

you can do it.. My advice is to GET IN THE MILES....

you can do it.. My advice is to GET IN THE MILES. I just did the DFW - MS 150 ( day 2 cancelled due to weather ). Day 1 was 83 miles. I had got up to 50 miles on a rides a few weeks prior and...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-06-11, 04:05 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,810
Posted By jfdawson

I just went through this process... ended up...

I just went through this process... ended up with the Selle Max Flite Gel Flow ( 146 ) vs. the 150 you said you need. Selle also makes the "MAN" gel flow that's 151. When I tried the Toupe 155, it...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-22-11, 10:14 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 570
Posted By jfdawson

deleted post. have fun riding your bike.

deleted post.

have fun riding your bike.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-21-11, 12:29 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 8,055
Posted By jfdawson

I bought the GP 4000s 25s a few weeks ago. I'm...

I bought the GP 4000s 25s a few weeks ago. I'm not running latex tube, just the $5 avg tube from Specialized. Anyway, the ride is absolutely amazing with the Conti 25's...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-20-11, 09:56 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,318
Posted By jfdawson

Boeshield works great for me...made by Boeing. ...

Boeshield works great for me...made by Boeing.

http://boeshield.com/
Forum: Road Cycling
04-20-11, 07:24 PM
Replies: 126
Views: 6,792
Posted By jfdawson

This sport might seem expensive. Try Bass...

This sport might seem expensive. Try Bass Fishing or hunting. Skeeter bass boat ( with insurance, trailer, license/registration ), gasoline ( both truck and boat ), truck to haul it to the lake. ...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-20-11, 09:15 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,377
Posted By jfdawson

I'd find a new LBS or find a new sales person or...

I'd find a new LBS or find a new sales person or deal with the owner - you should tell the owner what you want and explain that if they don't start snapping to attention or listening to what you...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-17-11, 02:08 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,901
Posted By jfdawson

I'm certainly no expert, but I believe the...

I'm certainly no expert, but I believe the general rule is the handlebar width should be match your shoulder width. I wear a 50" coat and ride with 46 bars. The wider the bar then less strain on...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-14-11, 03:15 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 965
Posted By jfdawson

I just bought a set for mine and my wife's bike. ...

I just bought a set for mine and my wife's bike. Conti GP 4000s 700x25. They do exist. I love them. We've riden a 30 mile charity ride and a 42 mile charity ride the last 2 weekends. Larger tire...
Forum: Texas
04-12-11, 02:04 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,171
Posted By jfdawson

My wife and I are signed up for the Frisco MS...

My wife and I are signed up for the Frisco MS 150. This is our 1st time. We've ridden the Tour Dallas 30 miles and the Lancaster Country Ride 42 miles the past 2 weekends to help condition myself. ...
Forum: Texas
04-11-11, 12:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 718
Posted By jfdawson

nice ride. bluebonnet hill was a B..Tch! Wind...

nice ride. bluebonnet hill was a B..Tch! Wind was nasty and chip seal roads were rough, but it was fun and I'll do it again! remember to eat and drink. Snacks at the break was great, but wish they...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-09-11, 10:25 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 6,571
Posted By jfdawson

I wish someone had told me about riding on Conti...

I wish someone had told me about riding on Conti 4000s 700x25 tires... much better grip and shock absorbing than a race tire. Also, buy bibs - not shorts and spend at least $100 on a good pair....
Forum: Texas
04-07-11, 09:44 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 718
Posted By jfdawson

my wife and I will be there.. supposed to be...

my wife and I will be there.. supposed to be 22mph wind.. so we'll see. We're trying to train for the MS 150 on Apr 30th.

JD
Forum: Texas
04-07-11, 12:13 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 993
Posted By jfdawson

My wife and I will be doing it.. probably the 48...

My wife and I will be doing it.. probably the 48 mile route like last year.
Forum: Texas Regional Rides and Events
03-30-11, 08:43 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,341
Posted By jfdawson

Bike-stuff.com North Texas ride info

Here's web site that I keep bookmarked:

http://www.bicycle-stuff.com/main/mainmenu.htm

Click on Ride Calendar on the top right hand side of the page - this shows many of the rides by month.
...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-24-11, 08:54 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,355
Posted By jfdawson

I would suggest the Trek Navigator series. more...

I would suggest the Trek Navigator series. more comfy seat, upright riding position, etc.. The FX series are more aggressive ( hunched over ) and with a skinny seat. If you're not used to it,...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-19-11, 08:05 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 748
Posted By jfdawson

My wife has a 2010 Ruby elite with 105 series,...

My wife has a 2010 Ruby elite with 105 series, and I have a Madone with Ultegra/Dura Ace. If i had to do it all over, I would've save $$ and bought a 105 class carbon bike and used the difference to...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-14-11, 02:17 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,482
Posted By jfdawson

look at these: http://www.love2pedal.com/ ...

look at these:

http://www.love2pedal.com/

&

http://www.freespiritwear.com/

&
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-12-11, 01:08 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,490
Posted By jfdawson

If your husband is planning to go off road, Roam...

If your husband is planning to go off road, Roam 1 is better because of the disc brakes. Options 1 and 3 are more cruiser type bikes. Also, he should ride them before you buy. Based on your...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-08-11, 09:02 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,012
Posted By jfdawson

i bought my wife's garmin 310 from him and my...

i bought my wife's garmin 310 from him and my edge 500. great transaction and it shipped overseas and arrived in 3 days to Texas. I would HIGHLY recommend using him. I didn't have any issues...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-08-11, 08:54 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 3,071
Posted By jfdawson

I live in Texas. From May to September, the...

I live in Texas. From May to September, the temps are about 80 in the morning and get up to 100+ during the day. My hands sweat and grip gets slippery - so I have to. I wear the Pearl Izumi vented...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-07-11, 08:43 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,048
Posted By jfdawson

I'm 5'11 - 245lbs. I wear- Pearl Izumi...

I'm 5'11 - 245lbs.

I wear- Pearl Izumi Large, Desoto 400 Miler XL, Assos F13 - XLG, Cannondale - XL.

I have about 25lbs in my gut, so if I could lose it - I'd be a healthy 220lbs. I have...
Forum: Recreational & Family
03-07-11, 03:53 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,931
Posted By jfdawson

we use this one from Trek, but it's...

we use this one from Trek, but it's discontinued... I would get another one just a different brand:

192668
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-07-11, 11:37 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,777
Posted By jfdawson

A couple of things to note: Generally, the Comfy...

A couple of things to note: Generally, the Comfy bikes will have a more upright riding position and more comfortable seat/Saddle along with wider tires. The Hybrids typically come with a thinner...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-06-11, 11:32 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 583
Posted By jfdawson

i had a Trek FX and had the CANE CREEK Control II...

i had a Trek FX and had the CANE CREEK Control II bar ends. They were great for the straight bar Hybrids.

http://www.amazon.com/Cane-Creek-Ergo-Control-black/dp/B001KS1XAC
...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-05-11, 09:06 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,777
Posted By jfdawson

Trek Navigator series are nice comfy bikes: ...

Trek Navigator series are nice comfy bikes:

http://www.trekbikes.com/us/en/bikes/bike_path/navigator/navigator20/

they have mens and womens models too.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-04-11, 01:10 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,469
Posted By jfdawson

Thanks. I picked up the k:ium rail Carbon model...

Thanks. I picked up the k:ium rail Carbon model yesterday. I tried on 4-5 different saddles: Spec Toupe Gel ( various sizes ), Selle SMP Evolution, Fizik Arione, and a few others. I really liked...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-01-11, 10:57 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,359
Posted By jfdawson

I realize I'm a noob poster on this board, but...

I realize I'm a noob poster on this board, but I've been riding for a couple years - so take my comments for what they are..

I've got bibs from Assos F13's, Desoto 400 milers, Cannondale Pro,...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-01-11, 09:17 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,469
Posted By jfdawson

Thanks for the replies. I've tried all the...

Thanks for the replies. I've tried all the angles to get my current Bontrager to work; nose up, nose down, adjusted it every which way to be more comfortable and the numbing sensation for long...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-28-11, 02:56 PM
Replies: 355
Views: 157,087
Posted By jfdawson

Yes, OCLV Carbon. I'm not the Trek expert, but I...

Yes, OCLV Carbon. I'm not the Trek expert, but I believe the 2010 5 & 6 series Madones were made in Wisconsin. I think all except 6 series now are made overseas, but the 6's are still made in the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-28-11, 02:27 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,469
Posted By jfdawson

Fizik Aliante Carbon Saddle - Kium rails

about me: 5'11" 247lbs

my ride: 2010 Trek Madone 5.9

my question: I'm considering upgrading my seat from the Bontrager Inform RL seat that came with the bike because when I ride 40+ miles I...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-27-11, 09:16 PM
Replies: 355
Views: 157,087
Posted By jfdawson

2010 Trek Madone 5.9 191675

2010 Trek Madone 5.9

191675
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