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Forum: Electric Bikes
05-30-21, 02:40 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 17,723
Posted By Biggziff

We received our super duty 2 weeks ago. When...

We received our super duty 2 weeks ago. When were they not shipping them?
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-30-21, 05:02 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 17,723
Posted By Biggziff

I use the 1UP heavy duty with my Giant Explore...

I use the 1UP heavy duty with my Giant Explore GTS. I started by leaving the bobbin for the tire at the top and using 2 velcro straps to secure it to the rack mount. Then I moved the bobbin down to...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-18-12, 08:42 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 11,468
Posted By Biggziff

My X didn't come with any fitting instructions,...

My X didn't come with any fitting instructions, but I've read enough online to do it myself.

I can ride my MTB 15 miles now with tighty whities and standard hiking/cargo shorts in great comfort on...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-12-12, 07:02 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 590
Posted By Biggziff

Nice....My 13 yr old is riding with me now. I...

Nice....My 13 yr old is riding with me now. I found a 70s vintage Gitane racer that she adores (it looked pretty rough when we got it...$20!) and although I've offered to buy her something nicer,...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-12-12, 08:46 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 790
Posted By Biggziff

My chest HR sensor (Garmin) will often record a...

My chest HR sensor (Garmin) will often record a much higher HR than is true when my shirt or jacket is flapping in the wind during a ride. Tiny amounts of electricity generated by the material...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-11-12, 11:58 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,195
Posted By Biggziff

I know galvanic corrosion can happen, but I've...

I know galvanic corrosion can happen, but I've never had it happen on a bicycle ever.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-10-12, 04:56 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,211
Posted By Biggziff

Using any method to keep yourself accountable is...

Using any method to keep yourself accountable is a great idea. I use MyNetDiary on the iPhone...same idea.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-10-12, 04:05 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,195
Posted By Biggziff

I usually wipe all the grease off the seat post...

I usually wipe all the grease off the seat post and clean most of it out of the seat tube as well. That often will correct the issue.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-09-12, 09:17 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,011
Posted By Biggziff

I like mine as well. I think the "Brown Leather...

I like mine as well. I think the "Brown Leather Sale" has been going on for a few months. Great value!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-06-12, 04:48 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,745
Posted By Biggziff

I have to say that the more I read about these...

I have to say that the more I read about these group rides, the less interest I have in riding in one. There seems to be no fraternity unless you are among the elite in the group you're in. If...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-06-12, 12:12 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,624
Posted By Biggziff

Great work! Inspiring to say the least!

Great work! Inspiring to say the least!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-06-12, 06:07 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,742
Posted By Biggziff

6-1 235 now...I was 255 when I bought it.

6-1 235 now...I was 255 when I bought it.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-06-12, 05:57 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 310
Posted By Biggziff

As long as you don't look like this when you jump...

As long as you don't look like this when you jump

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=koAXs2OtH_U
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-05-12, 08:23 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,742
Posted By Biggziff

Fuji...I love the way it looks. My Newest 1.0...

Fuji...I love the way it looks. My Newest 1.0 has been very good for me even with the stock wheels and tires.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-03-12, 02:14 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 9,479
Posted By Biggziff

Locktite blue.

Locktite blue.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-02-12, 07:09 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 9,479
Posted By Biggziff

Hey...it's springtime and I'll never fault...

Hey...it's springtime and I'll never fault someone for trying to find reasons to justify spending money on something that really doesn't provide any value. I do it all the time!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-01-12, 10:50 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 9,479
Posted By Biggziff

+1 They're expensive and look ridiculous. I...

+1

They're expensive and look ridiculous. I tried a set and hated the float and how easy they unclipped. SPD for me from now on. If you're looking to spend some money on toys I'd look elsewhere....
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-31-12, 11:44 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,356
Posted By Biggziff

Finding the emotional trigger to eating beyond...

Finding the emotional trigger to eating beyond sustenance isn't something most are able to recognize. If you've found yours you are well ahead of most of us!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-31-12, 11:31 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 6,308
Posted By Biggziff

Not to mention that Canon has been lampooned on...

Not to mention that Canon has been lampooned on the cost of the new MKIII and the X so I'm sure using the word "Carbon" somewhere in the parts list allows them to help people justify the cost to the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-31-12, 11:30 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 6,308
Posted By Biggziff

The bike had about 5500 miles on it when I sold...

The bike had about 5500 miles on it when I sold it. I put 5K of those miles on it. These were Rolf Vector Pros so maybe there is a difference? I never noticed any flexing, but I'm not one to nit...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-31-12, 10:46 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 6,308
Posted By Biggziff

I rode a carbon 5500 with 18 spoke Rolf wheels...

I rode a carbon 5500 with 18 spoke Rolf wheels for around 6 years with zero issues. No wheels out of true, no spoke issues, no frame issues...I ranged from 255 to 212. It was tuned up once in all...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-28-12, 07:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,899
Posted By Biggziff

I rode 18 spoke Rolfs for years at 230...

I rode 18 spoke Rolfs for years at 230 pounds...no issues, but I would not trade a 2012 FX for that bike. Put a set of drops on the FX and a new wheel set if you think it is holding you back.
...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-28-12, 12:18 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,754
Posted By Biggziff

Have you thought about calling Trek and...

Have you thought about calling Trek and explaining this to them? If they certify the bike for up to 300 pounds, they should stand behind it even if the LBS won't.

We should not be expected to...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-27-12, 06:35 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,608
Posted By Biggziff

Ive bought a few of the Chinese units on ebay...

Ive bought a few of the Chinese units on ebay usually $5 or so. They last for years and provide odometer/speed/trip and more.

I also bought 10 of the blinking LED taillights from ebay (China) for...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-27-12, 12:37 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 4,337
Posted By Biggziff

Welcome to parenting in 2012

Welcome to parenting in 2012
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-26-12, 09:33 AM
Replies: 107
Views: 4,337
Posted By Biggziff

It ought to be. They are you and you are we. ...

It ought to be. They are you and you are we. The non-riding public doesn't differentiate....you're on a bike so you're the a**hole who nearly ran me over last time.

I'll say it again...if we're...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-25-12, 06:23 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 11,468
Posted By Biggziff

Nope, but they better be careful....that design...

Nope, but they better be careful....that design looks to be very close to the Selle saddle and they mention layers of leather (lamination) in their marketing blurbs.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-25-12, 12:37 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 4,337
Posted By Biggziff

Sorry...I'm not for a ban per se....rather a more...

Sorry...I'm not for a ban per se....rather a more careful clarification of how cyclists should behave and then some process to enforce a consequence on the folks behaving badly. If people would...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-25-12, 12:14 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 4,337
Posted By Biggziff

Poor comparison as people, kids and others aren't...

Poor comparison as people, kids and others aren't expected to be able to use a highway to walk on in safety. Also..we have traffic police that are dedicated to monitoring this type of activity. Who...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-25-12, 11:32 AM
Replies: 107
Views: 4,337
Posted By Biggziff

Yep....we have one, 2 mile path here which...

Yep....we have one, 2 mile path here which generally keeps it safe for kids and walkers, but occasionally there are some idiots there running 20 mph back and forth. I've been in a few heated...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-25-12, 11:21 AM
Replies: 107
Views: 4,337
Posted By Biggziff

I don't live there and am taking you at your word...

I don't live there and am taking you at your word that this all happened. Believe me when I tell you...I *am* the squeaky wheel in my area.

Good on you for doing something to represent us in a...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-25-12, 11:12 AM
Replies: 107
Views: 4,337
Posted By Biggziff

Meh...if everyone had that attitude nothing would...

Meh...if everyone had that attitude nothing would ever change. Someone has to get the ball rolling. Why not you?
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-25-12, 11:04 AM
Replies: 107
Views: 4,337
Posted By Biggziff

Do this...don't complain here...you're preaching...

Do this...don't complain here...you're preaching to the choir.

Nothing will change if we don't change it. As a cyclist, you have more credibility than someone who doesn't cycle. Take a few...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-23-12, 06:35 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 11,468
Posted By Biggziff

Got mine yesterday. I've put about 30 miles on...

Got mine yesterday. I've put about 30 miles on it and while it needs a little adjusting, it's by far the most comfortable saddle I've used. I'm going to go on a 40-50 mile ride this weekend so I'll...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-22-12, 05:35 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,293
Posted By Biggziff

Amen....the perfect foods

Amen....the perfect foods
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-22-12, 05:34 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 5,071
Posted By Biggziff

Would it be better to start a new thread with the...

Would it be better to start a new thread with the same information? Someone must have been using the search, something that is always requested of users. Kudos for that!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-22-12, 05:08 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 807
Posted By Biggziff

Congrats! Like mentioned above...my wife...

Congrats! Like mentioned above...my wife tolerates me in spandex...I've stopped caring about what anyone else thinks some time ago....it's freeing!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-22-12, 01:24 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 5,071
Posted By Biggziff

Ours live in the garage hanging from the...

Ours live in the garage hanging from the ceiling...I don't understand the problem?
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-20-12, 07:25 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 612
Posted By Biggziff

Thanks all....I'm going to order a few pairs for...

Thanks all....I'm going to order a few pairs for her to try. No REI or Performance within 3 hours of us. I have a bunch of PI stuff and I like the L2P stuff as well or better (personal opinion) so...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-20-12, 11:17 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 612
Posted By Biggziff

I didn't say it was logical, but she is who she...

I didn't say it was logical, but she is who she is and if she doesn't want to wear something with an XXL tag in it, I'll oblige her. It's the least I can do. :)
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-20-12, 10:33 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 612
Posted By Biggziff

Attn: Athenas...need sizing assistane with Love 2 Pedal for the missus

My wife recently started riding with me (yay), but she has no real bike clothing. We were looking at the Love 2 Pedal stuff as I have some and bought some for my daughter. The sizing charts make it...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-20-12, 08:36 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,274
Posted By Biggziff

If they really said that to you, I'd ask to speak...

If they really said that to you, I'd ask to speak to the owner. Explain to that person (very calmly) how customer service is really all they have to offer and how they treat customers will sink or...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-19-12, 09:32 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 9,508
Posted By Biggziff

I've done the home brew thing and while it was...

I've done the home brew thing and while it was fun and the beer was good it was also filling and often leaves one bloated. Red wines are mo-bettah and I'm having a good time trying many of the under...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-19-12, 09:26 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,531
Posted By Biggziff

It's not a new problem... :) "Common sense...

It's not a new problem... :)

"Common sense is not so common"

Voltaire
November 21, 1694 – May 30, 1778
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-19-12, 07:01 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 660
Posted By Biggziff

I'm hoping I'll like it. I didn't like that they...

I'm hoping I'll like it. I didn't like that they don't indicate how long it will take to get your order. I didn't like that they charged my card immediately and then told me 10-14 business days to...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-19-12, 06:52 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 29,813
Posted By Biggziff

Have you considered getting a fitting from a LBS?...

Have you considered getting a fitting from a LBS? Most issues like these are due to poorly adjusted/wrong sized bicycles. I've been complaining of saddle issues and recently an LBS asked me to...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-19-12, 06:41 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,531
Posted By Biggziff

it happens and shouldn't surprise anyone. ...

it happens and shouldn't surprise anyone. Getting so upset about it didn't help and probably ruined your ride and the rest of your day. Next time take a breath, give them some grace and hope the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-16-12, 12:59 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,310
Posted By Biggziff

Have you been measured (sitbones)? The BG seats...

Have you been measured (sitbones)? The BG seats come in 3 widths. I have several of the Avatar/Alias on my bikes and they're very good for me up to about 50-60 miles. About the same weight as you....
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-15-12, 05:45 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 660
Posted By Biggziff

Yep....30 day return also....

Yep....30 day return also....
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