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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-03-16, 07:39 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,761
Posted By jlcop

I had to work on the 1st so today for my first...

I had to work on the 1st so today for my first ride of the year. 27 miles. Forgot to charge my new gopro ;<. So it stayed at home but my new cycling jacket worked good. Started to snow (first of the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-03-16, 04:18 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,409
Posted By jlcop

I am trying for 100 miles for the month, not...

I am trying for 100 miles for the month, not including the trainer. Which means riding on my week ends since it's dark by the time I get home. I did 27 miles today.
John
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-30-15, 08:26 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,350
Posted By jlcop

GoPro Hero and gift cards to REI, Cabelas, and...

GoPro Hero and gift cards to REI, Cabelas, and Barnes and Noble.
John
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
11-01-15, 06:09 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,437
Posted By jlcop

I have lost over 100 lbs. since last September...

I have lost over 100 lbs. since last September using Jenny Craig. My low was 200.4 last month when we left the program. I am currently 203.4 . I started at 305.5 This is not an endorsement or...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-16-15, 10:44 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 722
Posted By jlcop

Milestone Thankyou

This morning I weighted in at 205.2 pounds. On September 25 2014, the first day of our diet, I weighted 305.5 pounds. 100+ pound lost! I want thank everyone past and present on this forum. Your...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-23-15, 09:33 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 4,409
Posted By jlcop

in addition to all of the financial advice I...

in addition to all of the financial advice I would suggest you get How to Retire Happy, Wild and Free by Ernie Zelinski. Author of The Joy of Not Working. I'm reading it now. Really good stuff on the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-29-15, 09:46 AM
Replies: 412
Views: 14,560
Posted By jlcop

6/1 25.0 miles 6/7 5.0 6/8 7.0 ...

6/1 25.0 miles
6/7 5.0
6/8 7.0
6/10 20
6/12 20
6/15 25
6/16 9
6/20 30
6/21 1
6/23 12
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-16-15, 07:18 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,009
Posted By jlcop

Well Done! I started last September as well and...

Well Done! I started last September as well and have lost about the same but I have a little was further to go yet.
John
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-13-15, 08:03 AM
Replies: 412
Views: 14,560
Posted By jlcop

6/1 25.0 miles 6/7 5.0 6/8 7.0 ...

6/1 25.0 miles
6/7 5.0
6/8 7.0
6/10 20
6/12 20
77 mtd John
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-01-15, 08:56 PM
Replies: 412
Views: 14,560
Posted By jlcop

In April I set my goal at 100 and made 140. Last...

In April I set my goal at 100 and made 140. Last month I set it to beat the April total and made my stretch goal of 200. For June I am going to back it off a little since I don't have any vacation...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-30-15, 07:49 AM
Replies: 427
Views: 16,819
Posted By jlcop

Initial goal: beat last month's total of 140....

Initial goal: beat last month's total of 140. Stretch goal 200.

5/2 10
5/3 8.5
5/5 25
5/8 27.5
5/10 20.25
5/14 20
5/15 8
5/17 23
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-01-15, 07:41 AM
Replies: 313
Views: 13,534
Posted By jlcop

4/1 7 miles 4/3 12 miles 4/7 16 miles...

4/1 7 miles
4/3 12 miles
4/7 16 miles
4/9 7 miles
4/14 18 miles
4/16 7 miles
4/19 20 miles
4/25 13 miles
4/27 15 miles
4/30 25 miles
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-20-15, 09:32 PM
Replies: 313
Views: 13,534
Posted By jlcop

4/1 7 miles 4/3 12 miles 4/7 16 miles ...

4/1 7 miles
4/3 12 miles
4/7 16 miles
4/9 7 miles
4/14 18 miles
4/16 7 miles
4/19 20 miles
mtd 87
John
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-09-15, 09:24 PM
Replies: 313
Views: 13,534
Posted By jlcop

After some initial trepidation I am in for 100...

After some initial trepidation I am in for 100 miles! I've never done anything like this before.
4/1 7 miles
4/3 12 miles
4/7 16 miles
4/9 7 miles
42 MTD

John
Forum: Touring
11-09-14, 09:29 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,481
Posted By jlcop

I like tunnels! Route of the Hiawatha rails to...

I like tunnels! Route of the Hiawatha rails to Trails this past September, ten tunnels (One closed but you go through the long one twice):
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John
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-28-14, 07:31 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,558
Posted By jlcop

Thanks for the photos, they bring back some fond...

Thanks for the photos, they bring back some fond memories! I had one the same color with a Brooks saddle I bought used in the early 70s when in college.
John
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-13-14, 07:10 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,390
Posted By jlcop

I'm glad you were not hurt and commend you for...

I'm glad you were not hurt and commend you for filing the report. You are the best judge on if you need to change your riding route, habits ect. I would recommend for others in similar situations...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-29-14, 07:12 PM
Replies: 3,556
Views: 2,497,753
Posted By jlcop

61, 6'2", was 308 lbs. last week when my wife and...

61, 6'2", was 308 lbs. last week when my wife and I started Jenny Craig. Now I'm already 10 lbs. lighter after only 5 days! I know it mostly water but it is a big relief to be under 300 again even...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-18-14, 09:06 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,258
Posted By jlcop

Congratulations! Good job and thanks for sharing...

Congratulations! Good job and thanks for sharing it with us. I find it very inspirational.
John
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-16-14, 08:41 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 513
Posted By jlcop

I am just starting back into cycling myself and...

I am just starting back into cycling myself and have a lot of fat to lose. I suggest in addition to not compare yourself to others. Ride your own ride. I have not lost any weight yet but I can...
Forum: Touring
09-16-14, 08:03 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,931
Posted By jlcop

I have not tried this yet, but I have noticed...

I have not tried this yet, but I have noticed that all of the motel rooms have hair driers. I have not done any bike touring but often need to dry my swimsuit after a hot tub soak and I usually just...
Forum: Introductions
09-15-14, 06:32 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 559
Posted By jlcop

We are leaving West Yellowstone this morning for...

We are leaving West Yellowstone this morning for the long drive to Glacier. Hells Canyon was awesome! We were on the part of the river below the dam, so no bridges. There was a black bear right on...
Forum: Introductions
09-08-14, 06:53 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 559
Posted By jlcop

We are on our way! Left Lynnwood Wa yesterday. We...

We are on our way! Left Lynnwood Wa yesterday. We are in Lewiston Idaho this morning to ride a jetboat up Hells Canyon. Tomorrow on to Missoula then Yellowstone, Grand Tieton, i Glacier. ect. The...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-04-14, 08:31 PM
Replies: 196
Views: 8,521
Posted By jlcop

I am new here and just returning to cycling so my...

I am new here and just returning to cycling so my September goals are going to be pathetically modest compared to the rest of you. Gotta start somewhere. I am going to ride my bike at least once a...
Forum: Commuting
09-02-14, 08:43 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,896
Posted By jlcop

[QUOTE=jyl;17092868]Very hard to conceive of what...

[QUOTE=jyl;17092868]Very hard to conceive of what liability you'd have from pepper spraying an unleashed charging dog. More likely the owner would be begging you to not report the incident so that...
Forum: Commuting
09-01-14, 09:47 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 7,217
Posted By jlcop

I have worked in Law Enforcement for 26 years on...

I have worked in Law Enforcement for 26 years on the Corrections side of things. So here are some observations:

I do NCIC checks daily as part of my job. I use Social Security Numbers frequently...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-01-14, 05:41 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,206
Posted By jlcop

Shadowfax after Gandolf the Grey's steed and the...

Shadowfax after Gandolf the Grey's steed and the Lord of all horses of Tolkien's Middle Earth.

Actually because it's silver and black and has a big red "S" on the front that reminded me of another...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-01-14, 07:37 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,597
Posted By jlcop

Congratulations and thank you! As a brand new...

Congratulations and thank you! As a brand new member here who is just getting back into cycling and restarting my weight loss journey I find your post and others like it very helpfull and inspiring....
Forum: Introductions
08-31-14, 03:48 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 559
Posted By jlcop

Hello from the wet side of Washington!

Hello everyone;
I am a 61 year old fat (morbidly obese) guy who is getting back into bicycling to have fun and lose weight. We bought new bikes this last April. Mine is a Specialized Hardrock and my...
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