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Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
12-08-14, 05:56 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 799
Posted By rex66

What unit will you be sending the HRM info to if...

What unit will you be sending the HRM info to if you're not going to use your iphone? That would be the deciding factor on which HRM you buy.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-13-13, 06:11 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,555
Posted By rex66

Sidi mega width is the only one I found that...

Sidi mega width is the only one I found that works for me. Not heap though.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-20-13, 06:57 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 15,906
Posted By rex66

I like the cannondale seedpod...it uses a quick...

I like the cannondale seedpod...it uses a quick release lock system....just make sure it clicks or you'll lose it!
Forum: Road Cycling
04-25-13, 04:00 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,814
Posted By rex66

I can give you my story but YMMV. 9 years ago I...

I can give you my story but YMMV. 9 years ago I had a very large herniated disc that kept me out of work for the first time in my life. I missed about 8 weeks. The pain was so bad I could not get any...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
09-18-12, 12:46 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 553
Posted By rex66

Helmet Cam advice

I'm looking for a video cam that is not a wide angle lens. My primary purpose for video recording rides is for wildlife encounters. I currently have the Contour HD and although it is a great camera...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-14-12, 01:57 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 3,221
Posted By rex66

I started clipless last Spring...after a fall or...

I started clipless last Spring...after a fall or two the first day in my driveway from trying to stand still and watch what I was doing (very dumb), I've gone roughly 4000 miles with no spills *knock...
Forum: Northeast
01-06-12, 10:10 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,542
Posted By rex66

I would guess you're talking about the bon ton...

I would guess you're talking about the bon ton roulet. I'm not sure if they have left over jerseys or if they sell to non registrants but you can inquire at bontonroulet.com I happen to be doing...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-05-12, 02:15 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,193
Posted By rex66

I did 3711. My goal was 4000 so I fell a bit...

I did 3711. My goal was 4000 so I fell a bit short. This year I need to focus on diet and losing weight as well as enjoying my riding.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-04-12, 06:33 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 642
Posted By rex66

I am also the offspring of a sasquatch and Sidi...

I am also the offspring of a sasquatch and Sidi mega widths are the only shoes that give me a nice fit....they're worth the cabbage.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-30-11, 12:17 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 626
Posted By rex66

Yes...they are what are referred to as "last mile...

Yes...they are what are referred to as "last mile deliveries" that private carriers such as fed ex, ups and a few others drop at local post offices for a small fee.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-15-11, 07:52 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,104
Posted By rex66

You are obviously not prone to chafing and that's...

You are obviously not prone to chafing and that's great for you.

In a pinch I've used cortisone cream. I would never experiment with something that I did not know for sure was used in that...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-31-11, 05:54 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,126
Posted By rex66

We just had a thread on here yesterday about...

We just had a thread on here yesterday about conti GP 4000S. I got some at Ribble yesterday for $37.77/ tire....$8.15 shipping. If you can wait a week or 2 for shipping from UK there's no need to...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-30-11, 02:49 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 3,298
Posted By rex66

I ordered 3 tires. Shipping was $8 and change....

I ordered 3 tires. Shipping was $8 and change. Sadly this is cheaper than most domestic outfits for shipping. I would love to buy local but when you can save 40%-50% you've got to.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-30-11, 02:40 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,563
Posted By rex66

You look like you could be an intimidating...

You look like you could be an intimidating fellow. I'm guessing that guy was not very bright. I don't pass remarks that could be construed as insults, but if I did I think I'd start with someone...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-30-11, 01:16 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 3,298
Posted By rex66

I'm guessing this would depend on your credit...

I'm guessing this would depend on your credit card issuer. I have never been charged foreign currency transaction fees.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-30-11, 12:42 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 3,298
Posted By rex66

I also just ordered from Ribble today for $37.77/...

I also just ordered from Ribble today for $37.77/ tire.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-30-11, 08:50 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,254
Posted By rex66

I just started road cycling last year. I had a...

I just started road cycling last year. I had a nice comfy seat. The first long ride I took was 61 miles. My junk was numb for 2 days. On the advice of some folks here I invested in a good saddle and...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-12-11, 01:05 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,533
Posted By rex66

I was in a car accident 21 years ago which...

I was in a car accident 21 years ago which resulted in a few herniated discs. For many years after that I would need to go to a chiropractor 2 or 3 times a year when it got bad enough. I need to...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-09-11, 02:41 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,402
Posted By rex66

A week ago Saturday I attempted my first 100...

A week ago Saturday I attempted my first 100 miler and my nephew who is 27 decided to join me. He had less than 200 miles under his belt and no ride longer than 26 miles and I've been riding for less...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-06-11, 08:39 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 4,382
Posted By rex66

http://www.daytondailynews.com/news/dayton-news/fa...

http://www.daytondailynews.com/news/dayton-news/family-sues-city-over-sons-arrest-1198555.html

There is a MH young man (now in his 20's) in the town where I work. The police have known him for...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-13-11, 10:25 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 649
Posted By rex66

Thanks for the replies again. I'm no longer...

Thanks for the replies again. I'm no longer worried.

Why of course it's my fault I'm in possession of the Pro rather than the classic! I often jedi mind-trick salesman into giving me more than I...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-12-11, 08:08 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 649
Posted By rex66

Thanks for the responses. I will keep it and...

Thanks for the responses. I will keep it and treat it with much more confidence now.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-12-11, 05:10 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 649
Posted By rex66

Brooks Team Pro opinion

I just bought a Brooks Team Pro from an online dealer. Actually I ordered the Team Pro Classic and they sent the Team Pro which is a more expensive model. My concern is that there are wrinkles in the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-08-11, 11:37 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,078
Posted By rex66

DZ-Nuts works great also in a pinch I've used...

DZ-Nuts works great also in a pinch I've used cortizone 10 (creme not ointment) and it does a nice job.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-29-11, 05:44 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 728
Posted By rex66

If they have been recently done I would suggest...

If they have been recently done I would suggest waiting a few weeks and use different roads if you can. They do that around here on some roads and it's pretty difficult for my road bikes to navigate....
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-22-11, 06:00 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,124
Posted By rex66

I'd have to assume they mean average time...

I'd have to assume they mean average time including everything. Very few of us can get a long ride in without some kind of stopping or large hills. Try and ride with your friends and see how you do....
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-21-11, 10:21 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,034
Posted By rex66

My advice is also to be very careful with your...

My advice is also to be very careful with your dog. I had a wonderful dog that I used to jog with many years ago (I was young and skinny). She could easily trot next to me for 6-8 miles. I didn't...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-21-11, 08:14 PM
Replies: 125
Views: 10,450
Posted By rex66

Amazing how many idiots were able to get a...

Amazing how many idiots were able to get a drivers license. Once when I was out jogging I felt something whiz by my head...didn't hear it as I had a walkman on. All at once a car sped passed me with...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-21-11, 05:44 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,127
Posted By rex66

I had a 28 year layoff myself before I started up...

I had a 28 year layoff myself before I started up last August. I remember feeling like I had an alien butt-probe and my legs feeling light and wobbly at first but it all gets easier and fun every...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-21-11, 05:39 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,127
Posted By rex66

Great job Jules!

Great job Jules!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-20-11, 12:18 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 420
Posted By rex66

As long as time is not a factor I don't worry...

As long as time is not a factor I don't worry about head or tail winds....it's the darn crosswind gusts that sometimes have me brushing up on my hail marys.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-19-11, 11:40 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 715
Posted By rex66

I can't imagine the shop being unhelpful. I'm...

I can't imagine the shop being unhelpful. I'm sure it happens now and again that a bike may need some immidiate tweaking. Not sure what they'll say about the dent or scratches but the other issues...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-19-11, 11:02 AM
Replies: 582
Views: 274,576
Posted By rex66

Great post ALC Funny how the safety of a...

Great post ALC

Funny how the safety of a swift moving vehicle makes certain folks very brave. I'm guessing not many of these people would have much to say face to face to us larger riders.
...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-16-11, 07:47 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 784
Posted By rex66

Yes...let your body answer that question. If it...

Yes...let your body answer that question. If it feels like you're doing too much than rest. If not ride as often as you can and enjoy.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-16-11, 01:18 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,004
Posted By rex66

I bought the nashbar fluid trainer that runs...

I bought the nashbar fluid trainer that runs about $129 this Winter and it works great. Comes with skewer...no problems or issues.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-16-11, 01:06 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 681
Posted By rex66

Awesome! Thanks for sharing.

Awesome! Thanks for sharing.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-16-11, 12:58 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,182
Posted By rex66

Also...I know this is 2 years late but after...

Also...I know this is 2 years late but after reading the thread I thought I could enlighten some folks that can't find any information on USPS tracking. The USPS accepts what are called "last mile...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-16-11, 12:52 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,182
Posted By rex66

Do you live in the state where Nashbar is...

Do you live in the state where Nashbar is located? I have never been charged sales tax by them and I just received a package last week.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-16-11, 12:24 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,560
Posted By rex66

If I'm riding more than 20 miles I try to take a...

If I'm riding more than 20 miles I try to take a little water every 10 miles whether I'm thirsty or not. Otherwise I forget to stay hydrated especially in the cool weather. I also carry a camera and...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-16-11, 12:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 486
Posted By rex66

Have you been fitted by a bike shop? It's worth...

Have you been fitted by a bike shop? It's worth the money. I kept having issues with pain and sores on my inner left thigh area...in the perenium area...turned out my left leg is a bit longer than my...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-16-11, 12:03 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 753
Posted By rex66

I always find when I'm having one of those lazy...

I always find when I'm having one of those lazy days where I don't want to move I tell myself just 1 or 2 miles and I can come home and plant my arse back on the couch and find whichever channel has...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-16-11, 09:50 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,624
Posted By rex66

When I took up biking again late last summer I...

When I took up biking again late last summer I purchased a 2009 Specialized Sequoia which I believe was replaced by the Secteur in 2010. I've had no issues other than flats which I remedied with...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-15-11, 04:04 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 455
Posted By rex66

I would suggest heading to your LBS and testing...

I would suggest heading to your LBS and testing as many as you can and ask as many questions as you can think to be important. It helped me to write them down before I went because I have a tendency...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-15-11, 04:01 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 749
Posted By rex66

Last year my bike also came with Specialized "All...

Last year my bike also came with Specialized "All Condition" 700x25 and I had 6 flats in 400 miles. I switched the rear to Armadillo Elite all condition and have not had a flat since. I also changed...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-15-11, 03:44 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 734
Posted By rex66

When I started biking last year after an almost...

When I started biking last year after an almost 30 year layoff I had some pains that I later attributed to being too tense and having a death grip on the handlebars. I had neck and shoulder pain. I...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-15-11, 03:38 PM
Replies: 582
Views: 274,576
Posted By rex66

Just last night I got a "Hey ******, real men...

Just last night I got a "Hey ******, real men ride women" yelled at me. I have to admit I just laughed. I find the comments easy to ignore. The discourteous driving not so much. Me and my fat ass...
Forum: For Sale
05-15-11, 03:29 PM
Replies: 1,401
Sticky Saddle swap
Views: 388,765
Posted By rex66

Do you still have this? I have a white Toupe TI...

Do you still have this? I have a white Toupe TI 143 that is in good shape. I got it from a local off craigslist who said he had it for 2 years and did not ride much. I'm in Central Upstate New...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-11-10, 03:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 537
Posted By rex66

Thanks for all the responses and help. Late day...

Thanks for all the responses and help. Late day and I almost back to normal. Sorry for not being clear on all issues. My LBS did do a thorough fitting and I have been back for saddle soreness issues...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-11-10, 08:01 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 537
Posted By rex66

Thanks for the speedy response The Historian. The...

Thanks for the speedy response The Historian. The bike was fit by my LBS. I suppose he can make mistakes but I'm hoping he didn't with me. I do tend to move around on the saddle to find the perfect...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-11-10, 07:33 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 537
Posted By rex66

Numbness

Hi folks. I am 5'8" and 224 lbs and I just started using a road bike in August for the first time in 27 years. It was tough to get used to being in a saddle at first but I bought a more comfy saddle...
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