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Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-15-09, 01:21 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 612
Posted By Angus

Garmin Forerunner 305 pairing

I bought one of the new soft Garmin heart rate straps after I left mine somewhere while on vacation. The transmitter is supposed to be backwards compatible with the Gen II Forerunner 305 but I can't...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-20-09, 07:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 742
Posted By Angus

I love my Selle Anatomica saddle. If you do a...

I love my Selle Anatomica saddle. If you do a search for threads you'll find plenty of reviews from me.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-19-09, 06:51 PM
Replies: 205
Views: 21,626
Posted By Angus

I've been riding an SA saddle for two years now....

I've been riding an SA saddle for two years now. I'm currently at 280 lbs but I was 315 or so when I first bought it. I've had no problems with it, except for two things: First, the saddle rails bent...
Forum: Triathlon
03-10-09, 11:35 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 7,043
Posted By Angus

Triguy, thanks for your thoughts. I'm still...

Triguy, thanks for your thoughts. I'm still thinking about trying one of these set-ups. Or I'll just continue to ride without aerobars. Regardless, I'm not giving up my K-wing. They'll take away my...
Forum: Triathlon
03-08-09, 07:17 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 7,043
Posted By Angus

Triguy, I've been thinking about trying these...

Triguy,
I've been thinking about trying these this summer. You mention pluses and minuses—what are the advantages and disadvantages of each in your opinion?
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
03-01-09, 04:04 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,110
Posted By Angus

Atxlatino, excuse me for asking a noob question,...

Atxlatino, excuse me for asking a noob question, but what batteries do you use in this light?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-11-08, 03:18 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 8,615
Posted By Angus

Day after Election Day. We stopped on a bridge...

Day after Election Day. We stopped on a bridge over the Wabash River. I guess that makes this the Wabash Cannondale (sorry).
Forum: Triathlon
08-24-08, 06:51 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,925
Posted By Angus

This video was very helpful. Thanks for posting...

This video was very helpful. Thanks for posting it.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-21-08, 11:01 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,195
Posted By Angus

I forgot, also get a Selle An-atomica saddle....

I forgot, also get a Selle An-atomica saddle. You'll be glad you did.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-21-08, 11:00 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,195
Posted By Angus

I agree. Since you'll be supported I would vote...

I agree. Since you'll be supported I would vote for the Specialized Roubaix (it doesn't have a way to mount a rack). I used to have a lot of nerve issues (numb hands and feet) riding other bikes, but...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-21-08, 10:52 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,749
Posted By Angus

I did the ride a few years ago on a hybrid with...

I did the ride a few years ago on a hybrid with 32mm tires without a problem. It's a great ride. I actually rode it twice, downhill with my kids (who loved it) and both directions the next morning at...
Forum: Touring
05-31-08, 07:54 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,417
Posted By Angus

Let me add to the positive comments here. I've...

Let me add to the positive comments here. I've had one for about a year now and I love it. If they were cheaper I'd get one for each of my three bikes. I can see how the saddle might be too wide for...
Forum: Utility Cycling
05-29-08, 06:28 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,570
Posted By Angus

More (http://www.velorution.biz/?page_id=1088)...

More (http://www.velorution.biz/?page_id=1088) Basil gear. I think my daughter would like these but then she'd want a new bike to coordinate.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-29-08, 05:49 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,709
Posted By Angus

I should have mentioned that getting a...

I should have mentioned that getting a professional bike fit and learning that I needed a longer stem helped later, too. When I'm in a proper position on the bike I put less strain on my lower back....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-27-08, 06:37 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,709
Posted By Angus

I had two of these about 18 months ago. I hurt my...

I had two of these about 18 months ago. I hurt my back doing a sprint triathlon and could barely ride (>3 miles) or walk for about three months, so I opted for this instead of surgery. They worked...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-09-08, 06:00 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,422
Posted By Angus

+1 A guy your size (you've got two inches on me),...

+1 A guy your size (you've got two inches on me), you'll like this saddle better than any other you'll find.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-25-08, 08:20 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 7,917
Posted By Angus

I've been riding an S-A for about a year, except...

I've been riding an S-A for about a year, except mine is red, so it's faster ;-)

I'm a clyde and this saddle is the first road saddle that worked for me. I didn't ride much this winter because of...
Forum: Triathlon
04-13-08, 08:42 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 558
Posted By Angus

Multisport GPS?

I'm interested in getting a GPS for training for both running and cycling. Does anyone do this? Which do you think would work better, a Garmin Forerunner 305 (wristwatch) mounted on my handlebars...
Forum: Great Lakes
03-22-08, 10:10 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 959
Posted By Angus

I was in Bikesmith's bike shop (on College...

I was in Bikesmith's bike shop (on College Avenue, just south of the square) last weekend and I saw that they sell two guides to bike routes around Bloomington. That might be e good place to start....
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-20-08, 01:46 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,974
Posted By Angus

I used the SMP TRK for about a year and liked it....

I used the SMP TRK for about a year and liked it. I found that on longer rides though (30 miles early in the year, 50 miles later in the year) the saddle would suddenly become painful. I let a couple...
Forum: Commuting
03-09-08, 12:45 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 758
Posted By Angus

Try Galls...

Try Galls (http://www.galls.com/category2.html?assort=general_catalog&cat=3158), which supplies police, fire, and EMS. They have many lighter and breathable items, some of which are even designed for...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-29-08, 10:21 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,627
Posted By Angus

I hit 40+ mph on a Cannondale Road Warrior Silk...

I hit 40+ mph on a Cannondale Road Warrior Silk my first summer of cycling at 335 lbs while riding hills (not mountains). Now I'm a little bit lighter and ride a road bike, and I don't really have...
Forum: Winter Cycling
12-30-07, 11:19 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,662
Posted By Angus

A few years ago I bought a pair of basic Trek...

A few years ago I bought a pair of basic Trek brand booties that fit over size 14 mtb shoes. Size XXL I believe.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-29-07, 10:03 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 754
Posted By Angus

I've been riding a full carbon Specialized...

I've been riding a full carbon Specialized Roubaix for two years; I'm 300-315 depending. It's been a great bike. No problems at all (although I did have wheels handbuilt when I bought it).
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
12-16-07, 03:42 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 958
Posted By Angus

Finix P1D CE--thoughts?

I'm interested in getting this small Fenix flashlight (https://www.fenix-store.com/product_info.php?cPath=22_69_51&products_id=158) but there's no mention of it in teh forums. I would like to use one...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
10-28-07, 03:59 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,892
Posted By Angus

I tried contacting this company via their website...

I tried contacting this company via their website to order a seatbag but after two weeks still no response.
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
10-28-07, 03:55 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 12,667
Posted By Angus

I've been riding a Selle An-atomica for the...

I've been riding a Selle An-atomica for the second half of the summer. As I would hope with a leather saddle, it keeps getting better. I've done several 40-50 mile rides on it without the saddle pain...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-28-07, 09:22 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,150
Posted By Angus

I wear SIDI Genius shoes and think they were...

I wear SIDI Genius shoes and think they were worth every penny (the most expensive shoes I own are cycling shoes). I had tried others, but these are far ahead of the others I tried.

I was lucky...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-13-07, 10:52 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,002
Posted By Angus

I had the shoulder strap pad too but I dumped it....

I had the shoulder strap pad too but I dumped it. I learned to use the cross strap and that made ALL of the difference. I love mine now.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-10-07, 07:10 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,952
Posted By Angus

+1 I bought one this summer and I'm very happy...

+1
I bought one this summer and I'm very happy with it. I haven't had a chance to do a ride of over 40 miles on it since I bought it, but so far it's been pretty good. Better than any I've ever...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
10-06-07, 12:36 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,892
Posted By Angus

That seat bag looks great for winter riding. Any...

That seat bag looks great for winter riding. Any idea if it is big enough to hold a soft-shell jacket?

It looks like a good piece of gear for handling bulky, lightweight loads like clothes. I...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-04-07, 06:45 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,764
Posted By Angus

I've been riding Deep-Vs for a couple of years...

I've been riding Deep-Vs for a couple of years with no problems, and I'm 6'3" and 300 lbs.

I also had the same problems with presta valves until I put a Topeak smart head on my pump. No more...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
10-02-07, 05:19 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 704
Posted By Angus

dminor, thanks for the great information. Anyone...

dminor, thanks for the great information. Anyone else have thoughts?
Forum: Pacific Northwest
10-02-07, 04:57 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 704
Posted By Angus

Spokane advice needed

Does anyone know of a shop that rents bikes in downtown Spokane? In a couple of weeks I'm going to be going to a conference in Spokane. I'd like to bike the Centennial Trail, which is close to my...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-23-07, 01:21 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 536
Posted By Angus

I've had the CS100 for couple of years. It's...

I've had the CS100 for couple of years. It's pretty good, but a bit buggy. When I first got it I set the HR zone alarms, and everytime the alarm went off it would set my speed to 0 mph for several...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-08-07, 04:18 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,393
Posted By Angus

Basil makes panniers...

Basil makes panniers (http://www.velorution.biz/?page_id=1088), including one that's quite purse-like, that should work well.

The Detours Toocan pannier (http://www.rei.com/product/749998) also...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-27-07, 09:20 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,393
Posted By Angus

This summer I saw a pannier than was made to look...

This summer I saw a pannier than was made to look like a purse. It had a print covering and it attached to a rear rack. But I can't remember who makes it! It was one of the big name pannier...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-27-07, 09:15 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 592
Posted By Angus

I have one. Trek used to sell one that looks just...

I have one. Trek used to sell one that looks just like this--mine's silver. I'm undecided on whether it helps, but I think it might. One days where the heat index was near 100 I'd use it and at every...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-24-07, 12:14 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,801
Posted By Angus

My wife suggested that for me to be competitive I...

My wife suggested that for me to be competitive I should try to talk them into adding tug-of-war at the end of sprint triathlons. I love that idea!
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-18-07, 11:35 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,028
Posted By Angus

I answered my own question. It's spelled "Xinglet...

I answered my own question. It's spelled "Xinglet (http://www.amphipod.com/440-448/448.html)."
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-18-07, 11:30 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,028
Posted By Angus

What's a Zinglet? Link?

What's a Zinglet? Link?
Forum: Touring
08-08-07, 10:33 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,927
Posted By Angus

My home state of Indiana compares well to any...

My home state of Indiana compares well to any other state I've cycled in. The northern half is mostly flat with roads laid out in a grid most of the time, but you do have to deal with the wind. In...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-29-07, 05:29 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 886
Posted By Angus

At church this morning someone said, "Stokers are...

At church this morning someone said, "Stokers are always along for a free ride anyway." People here seem to be enjoying the novelty of it.

Thanks again for all of your comments.
Forum: Great Lakes
07-28-07, 09:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 484
Posted By Angus

This is great advice. You should especially check...

This is great advice. You should especially check out the Hilly Hundred--that's a nationally famous ride that takes place in mid-October. There's info on the CIBA website.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-28-07, 01:39 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 886
Posted By Angus

TandemGeek, by aggressive do you mean low or...

TandemGeek, by aggressive do you mean low or high? We do have some sponsorships, although not as many as we hoped. Although this is listed as a fundraiser, we are really hoping to break even. We're...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-27-07, 02:18 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 886
Posted By Angus

Thanks for the comments. Do stokers really eat...

Thanks for the comments. Do stokers really eat that much? I know mine doesn't.:)

We're giving the discount for tandems not only because we like tandems, but because it's a new event and we're...
Forum: Great Lakes
07-26-07, 03:42 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 484
Posted By Angus

I know that area of the state; I grew up near...

I know that area of the state; I grew up near there in Bloomfield, Ind. PM me if you want specific details about the area.

It's a beautiful area to ride. Here's a photo I took when I was riding...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-25-07, 10:11 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 886
Posted By Angus

Event registrations for tandems

I'm new to tandeming (purchased a C'dale this spring) and new as a cycling event coordinator. I have a question: when you register for an event such as a charity ride, do they typically charge you...
Forum: Great Lakes
07-25-07, 10:05 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 408
Posted By Angus

Tour de Crossroads in West Lafayette Sept. 22

Come say goodbye to summer (or hello to autumn, depending on your view) in the best way possible—with a bike ride. Please join us for a fun day of fitness and Christian (athletic) fellowship at the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-25-07, 08:00 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 634
Posted By Angus

I'll be impressed when you ride 2x your weight. ...

I'll be impressed when you ride 2x your weight.




I'm just foolin.' Seriously, that's terrific. Congrats!
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