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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-26-19, 11:41 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,104
Posted By tuna

Thank you! As anyone who's ever been a...

Thank you! As anyone who's ever been a clyde/athena, I am always hesitant about knowing something is going to support my weight. I've broken a few chairs in my time!

I don't intend on doing the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-20-19, 08:35 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,104
Posted By tuna

This isn't good news. I was looking at the...

This isn't good news. I was looking at the CycleOps trainers and I find this in the specs:


https://www.cycleops.com/product/cycleops-fluid

With my bikes weight (on a good day) at probably the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-20-19, 08:05 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,104
Posted By tuna

Thanks brawlo ! I've heard a lot about Zwift...

Thanks brawlo !

I've heard a lot about Zwift and it does sound like fun! I'm definitely going to give it try once I get the pieces for it.

As for the trainer, is there anything that I should...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-19-19, 02:42 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,104
Posted By tuna

Winter training

Hey fellow C/A! I am looking to up my fitness and have given myself a goal: an Aquabike event next summer. I am going to use this goal as a focus to training.

That being said, let me share a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-14-19, 10:58 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 7,000
Posted By tuna

When they wheeled those bikes out of the storage...

When they wheeled those bikes out of the storage unit, my jaw just dropped. I was expecting some old Roadmasters, not TWO Campy equipped race bikes. I knew they would be in good hands with fleslider...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-11-17, 10:41 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,942
Posted By tuna

Not all of my posts on Instagram are C&V, but a...

Not all of my posts on Instagram are C&V, but a good dose of them are. I post both my personal projects, and my ongoing projects at the bike co-op.

https://www.instagram.com/clydeswimmer/
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-27-17, 02:59 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,730
Posted By tuna

My first bike was a PH10LE... 23" black. I have a...

My first bike was a PH10LE... 23" black. I have a lot of stories about this one and why I upgraded 1.5 years later.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-24-17, 07:45 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 7,344
Posted By tuna

jamesdak Thanks for that tidbit of knowledge! I...

jamesdak Thanks for that tidbit of knowledge! I just picked up an '87 SS myself (it was originally the magenta scheme) and am looking to redo her. I'm learning a lot along the way. :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-24-17, 09:21 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 7,344
Posted By tuna

The red to white fade was actually an '86 model...

The red to white fade was actually an '86 model year. As jamesdak noted, the '87 model year had a magenta/white paint scheme.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-08-17, 01:27 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,701
Posted By tuna

Just doing a check-in. A few weeks, on the...

Just doing a check-in. A few weeks, on the suggestion here, I installed the MyFitnessPal (http://www.myfitnesspal.com/) Calorie Counter app...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-08-17, 01:19 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,701
Posted By tuna

Thanks for the suggestion about the Apple watch,...

Thanks for the suggestion about the Apple watch, but I'm an Android/Linux type of guy. :) The watch I do wear is a Garmin Swim, a model that tracks my data when I swim. A HRM is definitely something...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-21-17, 08:30 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,701
Posted By tuna

Thanks all! It looks like I have some reading and...

Thanks all! It looks like I have some reading and researching to do. I also will consult with my doctor about doing this, as I don't want to do something that may have unseen side-effects with my...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-11-17, 10:22 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,701
Posted By tuna

I tend to follow the diabetic meal, with a...

I tend to follow the diabetic meal, with a balance between proteins, carbs, and fat. Can you give me example of meal that you think best exemplifies your diet?
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-11-17, 10:20 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,701
Posted By tuna

Thanks Jarrett2 ! Oh I definitely...

Thanks Jarrett2 !



Oh I definitely agree that exercise alone isn't going to do it. I know that diet is a major contributor to weight loss. I made some adjustments when I was 400+ and that is...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-11-17, 06:32 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,228
Posted By tuna

Thanks SarahBeth !

Thanks SarahBeth !
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-05-17, 04:29 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,228
Posted By tuna

Thanks shelbyfv ! It really comes down to your...

Thanks shelbyfv ! It really comes down to your area. The city I live in doesn't have much, but the city with the nearest bike co-op is always busting with old mtn bikes from the late 80s on up. For...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-30-17, 02:40 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,701
Posted By tuna

I am going to take my bike rides and use them as...

I am going to take my bike rides and use them as an opportunity to explore this city and the trails around here. In fact, I hear that there is a bike trail being built in the foothills just below my...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-30-17, 02:34 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,701
Posted By tuna

I am in a fortunate situation in that I am off...

I am in a fortunate situation in that I am off work by 2:30-3:00, so I am planning on riding as soon as I get home. That way I am done with my ride by the time the wife comes home and I can still...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-30-17, 02:27 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,701
Posted By tuna

A co-worker said he did that for a while, but he...

A co-worker said he did that for a while, but he also clarified he had an older beater of a car that he didn't care about. I'm not too keen on leaving my one year car at work, unattended. :(
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-30-17, 12:41 PM
Replies: 181
Views: 49,388
Posted By tuna

My current ride is a 1993 Cannondale M700 mtn...

My current ride is a 1993 Cannondale M700 mtn bike. This bike started as a frame that fleslider rescued and thought it would be a good bike for me to get back into biking. We built it up with 9 speed...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-30-17, 11:16 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,701
Posted By tuna

Believe me I wish that was an option for me, as I...

Believe me I wish that was an option for me, as I live 2.3 miles from work and would mostly ride through residential areas. I work for a school district in the IT dept. One facet of my job is that I...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-30-17, 11:08 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,701
Posted By tuna

Love it! That basically sums up how I got here....

Love it! That basically sums up how I got here. :(

Now I'm going to invest into discipline and say goodbye to regret!

Thanks Chukbacca !
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-30-17, 11:05 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,701
Posted By tuna

Oh yes, weight loss is definitely a multi-pronged...

Oh yes, weight loss is definitely a multi-pronged battle. I've spent a lot of time teaching myself about a healthy meal is and about nutrition. I'm perfect when it comes to eating right, but I have...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-30-17, 10:15 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,701
Posted By tuna

This summer I was going to start researching and...

This summer I was going to start researching and investing in my options for cold weather gear. My bibs are from Aerotech, so I am going to see what they offer (since they offer in my size and are...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-29-17, 10:08 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,701
Posted By tuna

Right now the rides are sparse, primarily thanks...

Right now the rides are sparse, primarily thanks to weather and my lack of cold weather riding gear. As weather warms up, I hope to get more miles in. Most of my rides are in the 4-8 mile region,...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-29-17, 10:05 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,701
Posted By tuna

Thanks rgconner ! I have always thought about...

Thanks rgconner ! I have always thought about getting a HRM, but just have never pulled the trigger on it. I guess part of it was I didn't know how to use it and if it would help me. :thumb:
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-28-17, 06:46 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,701
Posted By tuna

UberClydesdale in need of some guidance

Hey guys and gals! Eight years I joined BF looking to get back into the sport after a couple decade hiatus. A few things happened and I ended up leaving the bike in my garage. A lot of events have...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-28-17, 06:08 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,228
Posted By tuna

At 370 lbs, I elected to go the route of using an...

At 370 lbs, I elected to go the route of using an older 26" hardtail mtn bike with a rigid fork. My current ride is a 1993 Cannondale M700. I've done a few upgrades to the components, including...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-28-17, 01:02 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 4,392
Posted By tuna

I worked at the Rialto store in high school...

I worked at the Rialto store in high school (many, many moons ago!!) and I have to agree. Great shop ran by a great family.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-17, 08:19 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,504
Posted By tuna

Thanks fleslider I will take a look at mine,...

Thanks fleslider

I will take a look at mine, it is about that age. :(

I might have to get a vintage Cinelli bar/stem for that bike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-19-17, 09:54 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 17,406
Posted By tuna

I'm a long time fan of Kleins. After dreaming of...

I'm a long time fan of Kleins. After dreaming of owning one as a teenager,
I finally got my opportunity to become a Klein owner in high school when
I built my 1989 Klein Quantum from the frame...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-19-17, 09:07 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,748
Posted By tuna

I'm starting the new year in a new city with a...

I'm starting the new year in a new city with a bike that I finished building last fall. Starting with a bare frame/fork, I built this 1993 Cannondale M700 mtn bike. I am currently at ~372 lbs, so I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-12-16, 03:21 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 8,945
Posted By tuna

For me, the gruppo I lusted after (and still do)...

For me, the gruppo I lusted after (and still do) is from the late 80s: Shimano Sante.
...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-20-13, 09:41 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 734
Posted By tuna

Licking the lens isn't surprising to me......

Licking the lens isn't surprising to me... swimmers do it all the time to the inside of their goggles to keep from fogging up. As a Masters swimmer, I've had to do it a few times when it's really...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-22-10, 03:24 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,320
Posted By tuna

Darn! I didn't think about that... oh well......

Darn! I didn't think about that... oh well... good to know. Thanks! -- Tuna
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-19-10, 09:11 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,320
Posted By tuna

My brother and I grew up drinking sun-brewed iced...

My brother and I grew up drinking sun-brewed iced tea. My parents felt that sun brewed tea was cheaper and healthier than soda or punch. To this day I sun-brew iced tea, using decaf Lipton tea bags...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-17-10, 04:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 726
Posted By tuna

Ok, I ended up getting a Taylor #7405 from...

Ok, I ended up getting a Taylor #7405 from Target. It's got a capacity to 440lbs, so for my 400lbs frame, it's right in my range. It seems like a pretty good scale, so now the challenge to see...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-14-10, 05:23 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 681
Posted By tuna

Thanks to all for the words of encouragement!...

Thanks to all for the words of encouragement! It's difficult at times but it's getting more fun everyday. I'm also working on reworking my diet to get rid of the bad eating habits and gain some good...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-06-10, 09:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 681
Posted By tuna

Thanks for the kind words. I used to do road...

Thanks for the kind words. I used to do road racing back about 20 years ago, but got away from the sport until this year. I even worked a summer during high school in the LBS as a mechanic. It's so...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-06-10, 07:41 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 681
Posted By tuna

My longest ride yet!

Ok, in comparison to some of you here, this is peanuts, but today I rode the farthest since I've gotten back in the saddle. Today's ride was 8.6 miles, most of which is on the Pacific Electric Bike...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-17-10, 09:49 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 726
Posted By tuna

Bathroom scales

I'm curious. For those of you over 300 lbs., what bathroom scale do you use to weigh yourself and monitor your progress? I used to use the upright scale at the YMCA I attended but the economy put an...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-03-10, 03:54 PM
Replies: 3,556
Views: 2,497,702
Posted By tuna

Hey all, my name is Tom but most folks call me...

Hey all, my name is Tom but most folks call me Tuna. I'm 38 years old, 6'2" tall and currently over 380 lbs. I've always been a "chunky" guy, including the heydays of high school when I played...
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