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Forum: Touring
04-27-17, 07:32 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 13,648
Posted By jazzgeek79

The first story is a crocodile in Australia....

The first story is a crocodile in Australia. Certainly simular animals, but not the same. The vid is a gator in an uninhabited tent in broad daylight. Gators tend to hunt at night, and it seems those...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
11-19-16, 03:51 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,685
Posted By jazzgeek79

Just to clarify. I am not looking for...

Just to clarify. I am not looking for recommendations for specific models as I have read a lot of saddle threads on this site and 'you have to try for yourself, it is too personal for someone on the...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
11-18-16, 12:24 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,685
Posted By jazzgeek79

Saddle Fitting: What to look for?

Hi all,

I am a clyde who mostly does in town road riding, and rides on local mups with the ocassional weekend overnight trip. The vast majority of the miles I've ridden in the last 5 years have...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-20-15, 08:53 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,224
Posted By jazzgeek79

OP, Based on the info you gave on your current...

OP, Based on the info you gave on your current diet and weight, I'd be pushing for more investigation on the medical side. It sounds like you are getting a good amount of fiber, and plenty of...
Forum: Touring
09-29-15, 05:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,859
Posted By jazzgeek79

This post is in no way an endorsement or either...

This post is in no way an endorsement or either Adamo or Brooks. Just my experience of late. I've been on a B17 the last few years. I suspect mine is overstretched and I've been looking into...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-22-15, 07:45 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,629
Posted By jazzgeek79

I think that answers my question! Thanks!

I think that answers my question! Thanks!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-22-15, 05:46 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,629
Posted By jazzgeek79

I am familiar with them, but my understanding is...

I am familiar with them, but my understanding is that they don't have the same amount of cable pull as sram rear derailleurs, and that some sram derailleurs such as the sram x 7 have a clutch that...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-22-15, 04:14 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,629
Posted By jazzgeek79

Do TT bar-end shifters fit regular road bars?

I am interested in the sram 1x10 drive trains but I don't really like drop bars or regular flat bars. I am currently using a butterfly/trekking bar. Its okay but I don't love it. I was thinking of...
Forum: Touring
09-21-15, 06:57 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,496
Posted By jazzgeek79

I rode my schwinn voyageur with a 50mm technomic....

I rode my schwinn voyageur with a 50mm technomic. It makes the handling a touch livelier, but only a touch. However I never carried a cargo load in the front of the bike.
Forum: Touring
06-07-15, 03:09 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 911
Posted By jazzgeek79

I used to ride with a a 4S in a lifeproof case...

I used to ride with a a 4S in a lifeproof case with the handlebar mount. I live in Florida. It overheated once on a July or August afternoon commuting on a 5 mile stretch of road with no shade in the...
Forum: Utility Cycling
04-24-15, 07:14 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 13,652
Posted By jazzgeek79

I'm pretty sure this will cost a little more than...

I'm pretty sure this will cost a little more than $100 but you can also use it when not cycling unlike a trailer. I had a trombone teacher who used one to lug around his Edwards trombone which was...
Forum: Commuting
04-23-15, 05:12 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,538
Posted By jazzgeek79

My city has a lot of roads where the bike lane...

My city has a lot of roads where the bike lane only exists for a partial segment of the road. I spend considerable time deciding on a route if I need to commute to a new place. For me a road with...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-19-15, 09:28 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,441
Posted By jazzgeek79

My wife is down to 282 from about 310 and she...

My wife is down to 282 from about 310 and she eats over 1400 calories a day. I think something like 2200. We both use a smart phone app called lose it. We use the free version which allows you to...
Forum: Commuting
12-02-14, 06:35 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,289
Posted By jazzgeek79

I get miner migraines. Miner in that I know...

I get miner migraines. Miner in that I know people's who are a lot worse. Last time I had one I took the sumatriptan that my doctor prescribed me which usually helps. I noticed last time that the...
Forum: Commuting
11-23-14, 12:47 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,011
Posted By jazzgeek79

The city I live in is trying to be bike friendly....

The city I live in is trying to be bike friendly. They have a lot of streets that have bike lanes missing for extended sections. For example an east/west street that starts on the west end of town...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-04-14, 09:16 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,513
Posted By jazzgeek79

BROOKS ENGLAND LTD. | TOURING+&+TREKKING |...

BROOKS ENGLAND LTD. | TOURING+&+TREKKING | CAMBIUM+C17 (http://www.brooksengland.com/catalogue-and-shop/saddles/touring+%26+trekking/Cambium+C17/)
Brooks England lists the C 17 at 162 mm wide not...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-17-14, 05:46 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,616
Posted By jazzgeek79

If it was a food I tend to over eat I wouldn't...

If it was a food I tend to over eat I wouldn't join them. While it's true that one meal won't wreck your diet, for myself, over eating tends to lead to more over eating. Only you can decide if you...
Forum: Touring
04-08-14, 11:03 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 8,294
Posted By jazzgeek79

I tend to agree. I would never turn anyone away...

I tend to agree. I would never turn anyone away from a meal who needed to eat. I would also not urge someone to leave a situation in which they were being taken care of by a loved one with the plan...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-20-14, 09:01 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 8,648
Posted By jazzgeek79

With tires you may want to spend a little to get...

With tires you may want to spend a little to get some flat protection. I looked for a tire with higher tpi (threads per inch), and some kind of extra belt for flat protection. The higher tpi means a...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-18-14, 06:11 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,551
Posted By jazzgeek79

Yes I see the difference. It costs money to make...

Yes I see the difference. It costs money to make and maintain a bike trail no matter what. My main concern is that we continue to improve bike infrastructure, and that we don't loose bike trails that...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-18-14, 04:51 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,551
Posted By jazzgeek79

The decision may be legally proper, but can't his...

The decision may be legally proper, but can't his property still be forcibly purchased through eminent domain? Or is that just for cagers and highways?
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-06-14, 07:05 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 8,648
Posted By jazzgeek79

As you go out to try used bikes, bring some...

As you go out to try used bikes, bring some metric Allen and possibly an adjustable wrench with you. Spin the bikes wheels without riding. If the wheel bobs to one side it will likely need truing....
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-01-14, 09:36 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,273
Posted By jazzgeek79

I have a personal fitness goal to reach 250....

I have a personal fitness goal to reach 250. Guess what I'm gonna get myself if I make it?
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-01-14, 08:35 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 8,648
Posted By jazzgeek79

A decent hybrid frame, especially an older one as...

A decent hybrid frame, especially an older one as they tend to have more braze ons could be an affordable solution. It helps to have time to be patient. What I mean is if you decide what you want and...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-28-14, 06:08 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 8,648
Posted By jazzgeek79

I commute daily and I weigh 320. I have had no...

I commute daily and I weigh 320. I have had no issue from v, cantilever, or caliper brakes. I have never used or needed front or rear suspension. I have had spoke breakage issues on older 700c...
Forum: Touring
02-27-14, 07:45 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,881
Posted By jazzgeek79

Sadly I too would have little use for a 11 tooth...

Sadly I too would have little use for a 11 tooth sprocket. My bike has a 6 speed free wheel, deore rear derailler, and shimano sis down tube shifters. The shifters have a friction mode and I see no...
Forum: Touring
02-27-14, 06:10 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,881
Posted By jazzgeek79

Not to derail the thread but...... I have an 88...

Not to derail the thread but...... I have an 88 Voyageur and I was wondering if you were able to make the stock cantis work? Did you upgrade the rear drive train as well or do any drop out re-spacing?
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-27-14, 04:09 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,273
Posted By jazzgeek79

There is nothing I'd like more than to have the...

There is nothing I'd like more than to have the experience with a saddle that satisfied Anatomica customers report. However the problem I am having with my Brooks used to be a big issue for Anatomica...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-27-14, 10:28 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,356
Posted By jazzgeek79

Last year I did my first 1000 mile year. I...

Last year I did my first 1000 mile year. I decided to do my next 1000 before my 35th birthday in May, and to do my first century this year.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-27-14, 07:42 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,273
Posted By jazzgeek79

Probably twice a week the first month. I can't...

Probably twice a week the first month. I can't exactly remember, but it was something like that. I just remember a few months a ago I was researching lacing because the saddle was getting...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-25-14, 01:01 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,273
Posted By jazzgeek79

Thanks Hands. I have re laced the saddle, and did...

Thanks Hands. I have re laced the saddle, and did my first turn of the tention bolt. I'm sure I'll add more but I'm gonna take it slow. As far as width, I'd say my only small part is my but....
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-25-14, 10:47 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,273
Posted By jazzgeek79

I did apply proofide a lot the first few weeks. I...

I did apply proofide a lot the first few weeks. I think this was a mistake, and I probably just need to chalk this one up to learning. I'm wondering if I should try a brooks pro, b-17 special, or...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-25-14, 05:34 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,273
Posted By jazzgeek79

I may go this route.

I may go this route.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-24-14, 08:49 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,273
Posted By jazzgeek79

The rivets are't loose, but they are cracked and...

The rivets are't loose, but they are cracked and chipped.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-24-14, 06:00 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,273
Posted By jazzgeek79

I'm a dude. Also yes I forgot to mention that...

I'm a dude. Also yes I forgot to mention that this is a brooks b-17 standard. surprisingly the pain is in my sit bones, and sometimes thighs (Chaffing) not in my perineum, though I could see how it...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-24-14, 04:27 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,273
Posted By jazzgeek79

Don't know why the pics are upside down and why...

Don't know why the pics are upside down and why one is the wrong pic. I'm gonna try reposting the broken rivet
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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-24-14, 04:25 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,273
Posted By jazzgeek79

I think my saddle is dead

When I first got this saddle it started to feel pretty good after about 100 miles. Lately it seems to be getting less and less comfortable. I weigh 320 these days and I am wondering if my weight is...
Forum: Commuting
02-17-14, 10:11 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,220
Posted By jazzgeek79

I'm sure on some level you are correct. But I...

I'm sure on some level you are correct. But I have to say companies unable to see how employees cycling to work is good for morale, improves the health of its employees, and costs the companies...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-07-14, 06:48 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 609
Posted By jazzgeek79

I have a tiagra/deepV 36h rear wheel, that has...

I have a tiagra/deepV 36h rear wheel, that has been great for over two years now. Spins great, never broke a spoke, has only ever needed standard bearing maintenance. I tend to hover around 310-320...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-04-14, 08:08 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,079
Posted By jazzgeek79

Weight watchers works if you are truly...

Weight watchers works if you are truly accountable and measure, especially at first, though as a former cook myself I know having a good "eye weight" helps. One thing I find helpful is something I...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-29-14, 11:09 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 626
Posted By jazzgeek79

Do ride because I'm a coffee snob, or am I a...

Do ride because I'm a coffee snob, or am I a coffee snob because I ride. Now I'm not even sure.

But seriously I didn't ride a double century in the last 48 hours, or...er....ever, but I do have...
Forum: Touring
01-26-14, 03:31 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,821
Posted By jazzgeek79

If its not worth selling them, donate them to a...

If its not worth selling them, donate them to a local bike co-op if there is one in your area.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-21-14, 09:05 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 9,740
Posted By jazzgeek79

+1 on 90's steel bikes. When I started riding at...

+1 on 90's steel bikes. When I started riding at 300lb. I rode a 90's trek 800 sport. I simply put some slick (non knobby road tires). On it, and got to commuting. As I rode around Chicago, where I...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-18-14, 12:04 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,395
Posted By jazzgeek79

Yes its not looks per se, but rather I don't...

Yes its not looks per se, but rather I don't think bibs and jerseys are appropriate classroom attire. And also I weigh 320. The reality is that when I ride I'm looking for exercise and not attention...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-16-14, 03:32 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,395
Posted By jazzgeek79

I use the aerotech house brand bibs. The pad in...

I use the aerotech house brand bibs. The pad in the chamois is dense and not terribly thick, but seems to make all the difference in the world.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-16-14, 11:58 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 947
Posted By jazzgeek79

https://www.facebook.com/StPeteBikeCoOp?ref=ts&fre...

https://www.facebook.com/StPeteBikeCoOp?ref=ts&fref=ts

Just come by tonight. 6-9. Ask for Carrie. She's the co-op president. Tell her Josh told you about the co-op if you'd like to. It's all...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-16-14, 06:24 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,395
Posted By jazzgeek79

Question about shorts

I'm 5'10" and weigh 320. I ride a 88/89 Schwinn Voyageur with a brooks b-17 as my commuter bike. So far the only thing that is comfortable to ride in are bib shorts. I don't mind this when I'm just...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-16-14, 06:02 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 947
Posted By jazzgeek79

Are you in Tampa Bay? I just joined the new bike...

Are you in Tampa Bay? I just joined the new bike co-op in St. Petersburg. You can buy a fixer upper for $40 from their stock of donated bikes. That plus a membership (also $40) gives you access to...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-15-14, 06:54 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 947
Posted By jazzgeek79

I track miles and time, but I feel like time is...

I track miles and time, but I feel like time is key, especially at first. Cycling will help with weight loss, but diet is really the key. I say this not from the point of view of one who has lost a...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-27-13, 06:53 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 3,863
Posted By jazzgeek79

My wife and I bought gifts together, meaning we...

My wife and I bought gifts together, meaning we essentially picked out our own gifts. This was not so much fun as effective. I am working on turning a early 90's mountain bike into a city bike. It...
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