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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-11-11, 03:26 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 931
Posted By zencalm

Great job! Your hard work is paying off, and it's...

Great job! Your hard work is paying off, and it's evident! Keep kicking ass. :thumb:
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-11-11, 03:25 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 2,819
Posted By zencalm

I don't even know. I've gone back and forth with...

I don't even know. I've gone back and forth with my weight acceptance. I think I tell people I'm happy but deep down, I'm not sure. Right now, my main desire is health. I'm trying to ignore the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-11-11, 03:21 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 483
Posted By zencalm

Mith, FANTASTIC!!! Great job! How much was...

Mith,

FANTASTIC!!! Great job! How much was your Garmin Edge? Do you find it worth it? It certainly shows you a lot of data.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-10-11, 06:24 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 417
Posted By zencalm

Hmmm.....win some/lose some. Unemployment sucks,...

Hmmm.....win some/lose some. Unemployment sucks, but hopefully you might be able to pass the time away by riding. Best of luck.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-10-11, 02:18 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 5,239
Posted By zencalm

oooohhhh...excellent point. I might try to build...

oooohhhh...excellent point. I might try to build up to a sprint. Thanks!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-10-11, 02:17 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 5,239
Posted By zencalm

Great job Finch! I think of Bike Forum sometimes...

Great job Finch! I think of Bike Forum sometimes when I am H(ing)TFU and climbing hills. Knowing other people are out there pushing too motivates me. :thumb:
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-10-11, 02:15 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 5,239
Posted By zencalm

Thank you for the feedback!

Thank you for the feedback!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-10-11, 02:04 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 816
Posted By zencalm

They kept clanking! And since I destroyed mine, I...

They kept clanking! And since I destroyed mine, I am going to have to pony up for new ones. Ah I was silly.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-10-11, 01:28 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 816
Posted By zencalm

Finch, I love pretending to be a bike superhero....

Finch, I love pretending to be a bike superhero. When one of the LBS workers said he imagines extra weight on the rear because of the panniers as part of the training, I trekked back to the LBS with...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-10-11, 01:25 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 816
Posted By zencalm

Oooooh, you're a triathlete? Off to look at your...

Oooooh, you're a triathlete? Off to look at your blog!

I signed up for my first tri for July of next year and now all I can think about is the tri. I am doing a 5k in December and March to help...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-09-11, 01:09 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 20,474
Posted By zencalm

For me, if I feel the lactic acid flowing, it is...

For me, if I feel the lactic acid flowing, it is most likely a hill. The lactic acid may be less than it once was, because of training, but if I feel it....hill it is!

(Of course, we all probably...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-09-11, 01:06 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,613
Posted By zencalm

Congrats Rion! Keep up the great worK!

Congrats Rion! Keep up the great worK!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-09-11, 10:26 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 816
Posted By zencalm

Thanks Finch. I ended up taking off the fenders,...

Thanks Finch. I ended up taking off the fenders, kickstand, rear rack....basically everything that made it a commuter. But I love the way it handles. The wheels are responsive and the handlebars are...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-09-11, 06:32 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,613
Posted By zencalm

Neil, I've been thinking long and hard about what...

Neil, I've been thinking long and hard about what you said. Since I am new at commuting, I figured that people who have been riding for a while ride in bigger gears. I don't know why I think this,...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-09-11, 06:28 AM
Replies: 116
Views: 5,239
Posted By zencalm

Beanz - question. Since I am starting to train...

Beanz - question. Since I am starting to train for my first triathlon in July, I signed up for some shorter races to get me ready. One of the races is climbing 82 flights of stairs to raise money for...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-08-11, 03:49 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 2,480
Posted By zencalm

lol :roflmao2:

lol :roflmao2:
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-08-11, 07:29 AM
Replies: 407
Views: 53,109
Posted By zencalm

Neil, did you end up doing the tri? I didn't see...

Neil, did you end up doing the tri? I didn't see an update and was just wondering.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-08-11, 07:08 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 579
Posted By zencalm

Do you know what swim plan they followed? I heard...

Do you know what swim plan they followed? I heard great things about total immersion and am now waiting for the dvd and book to arrive. like your friends, I have 9 months until my first tri.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-08-11, 07:03 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 579
Posted By zencalm

Ch(i)ef, YES! There are lots. How deep do you...

Ch(i)ef, YES! There are lots. How deep do you want to go? lol I am a true bookworm.

If you only want to get one good book, go for The Complete Idiot's Guide to Triathlon Training....
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-08-11, 06:27 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 816
Posted By zencalm

Teresa, I'm a heavier Athena. 5'9, 330-335 lbs....

Teresa, I'm a heavier Athena. 5'9, 330-335 lbs. Super long torso, short inseam. Apple/pear hybrid body shape.

If you are still in the market for a hybrid, I enthusiastically recommend a Globe...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-07-11, 08:47 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 579
Posted By zencalm

I just signed up for a tri this week. I am a...

I just signed up for a tri this week. I am a woman, 31 years old, 5'9 and about 330-335 pounds.

I bought a ton of books to learn, and my race isn't until July, so I'd have time to train properly. ...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-05-11, 06:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 357
Posted By zencalm

Congrats! Keep it up!

Congrats! Keep it up!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-04-11, 07:49 PM
Replies: 407
Views: 53,109
Posted By zencalm

This thread got updated in perfect time! After...

This thread got updated in perfect time! After reading the posts, I felt very inspired. When I looked online, there's a July 2012 Sprint Tri (the 3rd annual Dam Triathlon). I emailed the race...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-03-11, 06:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,252
Posted By zencalm

Has anyone else dismantled the "hybrid" aspects of their ride?

So, it's either genius/madness or the thin line between, :p, but last night, as I was listening to a Cycling 360 podcast about cleaning bikes, I got the bright idea to take off my fenders and rear...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-02-11, 04:27 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,613
Posted By zencalm

Mith, thanks so much! What size are your tires?...

Mith, thanks so much! What size are your tires? Right now I am riding stock tires, so Specialized Flak Jackets, 700c x 28.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-02-11, 01:38 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,613
Posted By zencalm

I have looked at Sheldon's page about gear...

I have looked at Sheldon's page about gear ratios, etc and I can't really seem to figure out the whole PSI/gears/ultimate ride on tires. Can you explain a little or point to a link? I can't seem to...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-02-11, 02:23 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 934
Posted By zencalm

I am glad I tried my Axiom panniers, but I think...

I am glad I tried my Axiom panniers, but I think I am realizing panniers in general drive me sort of nuts because of how the bike responds to the extra rear weight. I do appreciate the waterproofing...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-02-11, 02:16 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 934
Posted By zencalm

Interesting. My LBS lets me know when what I want...

Interesting. My LBS lets me know when what I want is unnecessary or won't work (ie disc brakes would require a new wheelset) but it never is about how I ride my bike. In fact, my LBS (Back Bay Bikes,...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-01-11, 04:13 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 3,461
Posted By zencalm

In for 100! Thanks for lowering the mileage...

In for 100! Thanks for lowering the mileage entrance.

Monday, October 3rd - 6 miles.
Tuesday, October 4th - 3 miles
Wednesday, October 5th - 3 miles (and signed up for a July triathlon today!)...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-30-11, 03:06 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,613
Posted By zencalm

That is funny. => I have 8 gears. I ride a men's...

That is funny. => I have 8 gears. I ride a men's 2011 Globe Daily 2. Globe is Specialized's commuter bike division. When I first got my bike, I thought the tires were sooooo skinny (I had a Raleigh...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-30-11, 02:54 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,613
Posted By zencalm

Mith, that makes sense, but it is SUCH a big...

Mith, that makes sense, but it is SUCH a big difference. I am thinking about getting a CETMA rack for the front of the bike to take away that aerodynamic penalty. I've read a few good things in the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-30-11, 02:53 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,613
Posted By zencalm

Your legs must have been like steel after that...

Your legs must have been like steel after that race.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-30-11, 02:52 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,613
Posted By zencalm

+1 PS- your signature makes me dizzy.....I...

+1

PS- your signature makes me dizzy.....I love the rainbow cat the best, although it's a tough call.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-30-11, 02:51 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,613
Posted By zencalm

It makes the hills sooooo much easier. I was in...

It makes the hills sooooo much easier. I was in Boston traffic yesterday, and I finally discovered the other side of Mass Ave, a busy street, where the bike lanes fade out at points. I was going...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-30-11, 02:49 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,613
Posted By zencalm

Good thought Nightshade. My tires have a PSI of...

Good thought Nightshade. My tires have a PSI of 75-100 and every night I pump them up to 90. My LBS told me about the PSI, so I made sure to get a floor pump.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-29-11, 03:08 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,613
Posted By zencalm

Yessir. I think I had the erroneous perception...

Yessir. I think I had the erroneous perception that kicking it in granny gear was looked down upon. I don't know why I thought that, but putting it in one versus 2 felt so much nicer on the hills.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-29-11, 03:07 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,613
Posted By zencalm

Once you bike, it's so hard to go back to...

Once you bike, it's so hard to go back to walking...knowing on your bike you'd be flying.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-29-11, 03:07 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,613
Posted By zencalm

I feel like I see posts about big gears a lot....

I feel like I see posts about big gears a lot. Maybe it's just me. Beanz, I always think of you mashing away on the max gear or something. Feels good to know I'm not alone!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-29-11, 11:04 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,613
Posted By zencalm

I rode my granny gear to work, and I am not ashamed!

Today, I rode my granny gear to work. I am not ashamed! Nope. It was a moderate drizzle and a pannier was attached to my bike. For whatever reason, even just 5-10 lbs on a pannier feels like the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-28-11, 04:13 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,147
Posted By zencalm

awesome! :thumb::thumb::thumb:

awesome! :thumb::thumb::thumb:
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-28-11, 04:12 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,147
Posted By zencalm

Allen, awesome! So what are your miles to date...

Allen, awesome! So what are your miles to date (mtd) for this month?
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-27-11, 05:37 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,594
Posted By zencalm

+1

+1
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-27-11, 05:36 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,594
Posted By zencalm

EXACTLY. I ride 2.5 miles at a time and the first...

EXACTLY. I ride 2.5 miles at a time and the first time I rode it, I stopped 4-5 times. Hopped off the bike and walked up the hills, panted and prayed for air, etc. Now my ride is 50% faster, but I...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-26-11, 03:17 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 987
Posted By zencalm

I don't even know. Lots of little things coming...

I don't even know. Lots of little things coming together. Sleep apnea. High cholesterol. Sweating so much. General malaise. Right now I am just focusing on riding my bike and that's a good enough...
Forum: Commuting
09-25-11, 05:56 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,230
Posted By zencalm

+1 I am a teacher at a special education...

+1

I am a teacher at a special education school (my kids have a lot of behavioral/emotional/mental health issues) and I ride 5 miles daily. I take my bike on the T (train) and then bike 2.5 miles...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-25-11, 05:01 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 485
Posted By zencalm

+1000

+1000
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-25-11, 04:58 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,117
Posted By zencalm

http://images7.cpcache.com/product_zoom/558157857v...

http://images7.cpcache.com/product_zoom/558157857v1_480x480_Front_Color-Black_padToSquare-true.jpg

^^ looks like you have a new phrase ^^
Hell yeah! Excellent job! Slaughter that hill! :thumb:
...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-25-11, 02:07 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 575
Posted By zencalm

Nuun has no sugar, and comes in tabs. You might...

Nuun has no sugar, and comes in tabs. You might like it. I've only tried the Strawberry Lemonade, and I hated it, so YMMV, but I'd try another one first. On amazon reviews, people have said that...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-25-11, 02:01 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 485
Posted By zencalm

Yayyyyy! Congrats! Did they have a jersey for you...

Yayyyyy! Congrats! Did they have a jersey for you to buy? I'd rock that jersey 7 days a week for a month or 2! (of course, laundering it every few days) :thumb::cheers:
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-25-11, 11:26 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,623
Posted By zencalm

Agreed. But I'd go up in their sizing by one. I...

Agreed. But I'd go up in their sizing by one. I got an xxl men's bib. It fits me, but I suspect I'd be a bit happier in a 3x.
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