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Forum: Commuting
05-29-13, 08:31 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,912
Posted By Tex Bs

Today is my First day back on the bike, six weeks...

Today is my First day back on the bike, six weeks following a Di Vinci prostate removal. I purchased a Serfas Rx-921. As my underparts are a bit tender, i was worried about being able to spend any...
07-07-12, 11:06 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,752
Posted By Tex Bs

Here in the Houston are,a I routinely ride in...

Here in the Houston are,a I routinely ride in temps. of over 100 degrees. Often the humidity here is 90% or more, so we're hit double both heat and humidity. Most of my rides on those days are 25...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-02-12, 06:54 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,344
Posted By Tex Bs

BikesDirect.com vs Nashbar.com bike choice. Which one and why.

I am on a very tight budget, and need a replacment bike asap. Which of these would you buy. I am not interested in Craigslist bikes.

www.nashbar.com/bikes/Product_10053_10052_533284_-1___202339
...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-24-12, 04:03 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,053
Posted By Tex Bs

Would a "Relaxed Fit" bike be going in the wrong direction?

I am looking to move away from my entry level road bike. I'm 45 and began riding a year ago at 340lbs and am now at 240lbs. I average daily rides, three to four days a week, of anywhere from 15 to...
05-03-12, 04:36 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,002
Posted By Tex Bs

Here's my road.cc team. Its in a league Yankee...

Here's my road.cc team. Its in a league Yankee Riders,

Any thoughts on the team?
Stars
Thor Hushovd (BMC) (javascript:showrider('71'))
Ivan Basso (LIQ) (javascript:showrider('248'))
Matthew...
05-02-12, 11:58 AM
Replies: 28,352
Views: 1,124,548
Posted By Tex Bs

.....road my first 30 mile ride this Spring.

.....road my first 30 mile ride this Spring.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-25-12, 07:58 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 9,677
Posted By Tex Bs

I have been riding a Vilano Turano for two...

I have been riding a Vilano Turano for two seasons now, and love the bike. It was an entry level starter bike for me too, and allowed me to save a bit to spend on all the necessary extras....
08-26-11, 08:13 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,058
Posted By Tex Bs

North of Houston, we have had 50+ days with temps...

North of Houston, we have had 50+ days with temps over 100 degrees. The humidity is also high, often 70 to 90%. I am soaked with sweat, even before I get on the bike. It has not stopped me from my...
08-26-11, 07:56 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 673
Posted By Tex Bs

Are they live, at the race? Or they commentating...

Are they live, at the race? Or they commentating from a studio back in the US?
08-26-11, 07:52 AM
Replies: 170
Views: 6,885
Posted By Tex Bs

All I hear is a bunch of whining about the...

All I hear is a bunch of whining about the coverage and the quality of the video feed. if you don't like it; turn off the TV.

I for one think that getting to watch both the Vuelta and the Pro...
08-20-11, 08:04 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,223
Posted By Tex Bs

Best Clyde Sized Saddle

At 6'1 and 250, I am having a hard time finding a saddle that is comfortable after 15 miles. I have moved the saddle and made a number of small adjustments, and just cant find a long term comfortable...
08-09-11, 04:45 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,688
Posted By Tex Bs

I got a taste for a good Bavarian Hefe Weitzen...

I got a taste for a good Bavarian Hefe Weitzen while stationed in Schweinfurt Germany in the mid 80's while waiting for the Russian hoards to come streaming through the Fulda Gap.

That damm Hefe...
08-09-11, 03:07 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 990
Posted By Tex Bs

Thanks for all the great answers. When I first...

Thanks for all the great answers. When I first got back on a bike, after a 25 year gap of a very sedentary lifestyle, I got trapped into the mashing form of riding. I felt that the harder I worked...
08-09-11, 04:12 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 990
Posted By Tex Bs

Cadence

I just got a bike computer that measures cadence. At 6'1" and 265 I am interested in what a good cadence should be.

I started riding regularly in April and I ride about 15 miles a day with an...
07-27-11, 05:43 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 272
Posted By Tex Bs

Open until 1 Aug. ...

Open until 1 Aug.

http://www.roadrunnersports.com/rrs/offer/sweepstakes.jsp?sc=CG11X39E&cm_mmc=email-_-2011-07-10-_-triathlon_campaign-_-enter_to_win
Forum: Road Cycling
07-26-11, 08:16 PM
Replies: 243
Views: 16,627
Posted By Tex Bs

As a 260 lb clyde, I love the Team Jelly Belly...

As a 260 lb clyde, I love the Team Jelly Belly jersey. Riding, to loose weight and get in shape, while wearing an advertisment for my favorite candy, just seems kind of fitting.
...
07-25-11, 05:35 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 272
Posted By Tex Bs

Bikes and Accessories Contests

As I didn't win anything from any of the contests: NBC Podium, Spot Bottle Boy, Versus Fantasy Challenge, Road ID, Map My Ride or any of the other TdF contests, I would like to start a list of all...
07-25-11, 08:07 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,529
Posted By Tex Bs

At 260 lbs, the only good reason for hauling my...

At 260 lbs, the only good reason for hauling my bulk up a hill is to enjoy the speed in going back down the hill. It's about the only time i ever pass anyone.
07-25-11, 04:32 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 480
Posted By Tex Bs

Would you rather see.....?

Eddy Mercks, at the top of his form, on a 2011 model modern superlite carbon bike,

or

todays pros competing on 1970's, steel framed 10 speeds?
Forum: Road Cycling
07-24-11, 02:28 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 4,280
Posted By Tex Bs

All the Bobke ads for Road ID. As for all the...

All the Bobke ads for Road ID. As for all the other ads, some were great the first week, but by the third week...ugg.

I think i will be suffering from IZOD night sweats for the next month or so.
07-23-11, 03:52 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,561
Posted By Tex Bs

A Bike Forum Jersey

Does Bike Forums have its own jersey for sale?

This would be a great way to ID each other on rides.
07-23-11, 07:46 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 11,309
Posted By Tex Bs

sorry about that

sorry about that
07-23-11, 07:45 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 768
Posted By Tex Bs

TdF- Is it just an opportunity for French cycling fans to dress in bikinis?

I am wondering about some of the 'fashion' choices some of the fans at the Tour de France. Is it this prevelant at other races and European sporting events?:twitchy:
07-22-11, 08:04 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 12,401
Posted By Tex Bs

Here in South East Texas, it is HOT all summer...

Here in South East Texas, it is HOT all summer long. Our daily temps average 98 to 102 almost every day, with 75+ percent humidity and I dont ever find it too hot to ride. That's not to say I dont...
07-22-11, 07:56 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,713
Posted By Tex Bs

Under my sear I carry: Spare tube Patches...

Under my sear I carry:

Spare tube
Patches and glue
CO2 Filler
Phone
3 levers
Zerox copy of my license
multi-tool
07-22-11, 07:40 PM
Replies: 138
Views: 6,356
Posted By Tex Bs

I've been riding in clipless pedals for about two...

I've been riding in clipless pedals for about two months now. I've fallen three times.
Once because I came to a stoplight and forgot I was clipped in.
Once because I was waiting for a car to...
07-22-11, 07:30 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 619
Posted By Tex Bs

What brand and model of bike is each team riding in the 2011 TdF?

I am wondering what make/model of bike each team in this years Tour does each team ride?

Does eveyone on the same team ride the same model?
07-21-11, 06:41 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 5,145
Posted By Tex Bs

The Bay Area, however, doesn't get humid, so my...

The Bay Area, however, doesn't get humid, so my locale has offered me the luxury of an AC free summer.[/QUOTE]

As a kid growing up in the bay area, I cant remember one friend where their house...
07-20-11, 06:46 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,697
Posted By Tex Bs

A riding partner may be a good idea? Sometimes...

A riding partner may be a good idea? Sometimes knowing you made a commitment to someone else is a great motivator.
07-20-11, 04:50 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 5,145
Posted By Tex Bs

in Houston our AC runs from late May to September...

in Houston our AC runs from late May to September every year. I am a clyde (260), and get hot easily. We keep the house at 78 to 80 degrees.

I ride nightly only after the sun falls behind the...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-18-11, 09:48 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,600
Posted By Tex Bs

After a number of years off the bike, about 25, I...

After a number of years off the bike, about 25, I wanted to get back to riding. I am on a very limited budget so my choices were limited.


I found the Vilano Turano on the internet. ...
07-03-11, 05:41 AM
Replies: 216
Views: 5,073
Posted By Tex Bs

Count me in! 7/3 - 16.43 miles 7/4 -...

Count me in!

7/3 - 16.43 miles
7/4 - 20.14 miles
7/6 - 10.69 miles
7/7 - 10.7 miles
7/8 - 15.38 miles
7/9 - 9.32 mies
7/10 - 25.32 miles
7/12 - 13.41 miles
07-02-11, 05:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 486
Posted By Tex Bs

Thanks all. I should have made it more...

Thanks all.

I should have made it more clear what I am looking for.

I am riding for fitness. One hour a night on the bike is one hour not spent on the couch. (my other favorite hobby, and why...
07-01-11, 06:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 486
Posted By Tex Bs

Training Advice Needed.

So I've picked up and increased on my time spent riding. When i got back on the bike in January, I was 310 (6'1), and it was all i could do to ride one mile, and that took me 15 minutes.
I am now...
Forum: Texas
10-12-10, 07:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 910
Posted By Tex Bs

Novice adult riders in The Woodlands

Are there any novice riders in The Woodlands looking for a weekend or evening ride partner.

I am just getting back into riding and due to my size, 300 lbs, have been starting out slowly.
10-12-10, 07:25 PM
Replies: 1,416
Views: 792,492
Posted By Tex Bs

I don't want any one to feel cheated so here's a...

I don't want any one to feel cheated so here's a photo of the bike and another of me today, at 300lbs even.

I have not had a road bike since high school, so I picked this up from E-bay mainily to...
10-10-10, 12:13 PM
Replies: 1,416
Views: 792,492
Posted By Tex Bs

Hi All, This is my first post here. I just...

Hi All,

This is my first post here. I just bought a road bike and am on a quest to go from 312 to 190lbs.
The pictures here are really motivating and I am looking forward to posting future...
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