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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-26-18, 08:13 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,551
Posted By bautieri

Congratulations, you've made impressive progress!...

Congratulations, you've made impressive progress! Keep up the great work! :thumb:
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-19-18, 02:18 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,091
Posted By bautieri

Welcome, BigDave44, glad to have you!

Welcome, BigDave44, glad to have you!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-14-18, 07:38 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,570
Posted By bautieri

Fenders will spoil you! They do a great job...

Fenders will spoil you! They do a great job keeping crud out of your driveline and say goodbye to the skunk tail.

Very nice bike!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-11-18, 07:42 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 5,184
Posted By bautieri

I'm riding the red headed step child, 2014...

I'm riding the red headed step child, 2014 Motobecane Phantom Cross Pro. I went through and trued/tensioned the spokes the day I got it, and it's been trouble free for 4200 miles. It's a small...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-11-18, 07:17 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,610
Posted By bautieri

I have a cheap fluid trainer ($10 craigslist...

I have a cheap fluid trainer ($10 craigslist special). It feels like you're constantly riding uphill in a headwind, in sand. It's quite the upgrade from my cheap magnetic trainer which you could...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-07-18, 11:05 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,769
Posted By bautieri

I had gatorskins on a previous bike, I thought...

I had gatorskins on a previous bike, I thought they rode nice(ish) and I never had a flat.

Now that you got the 4ks mounted, I'd say to leave them on unless you need the extra bite.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-18-15, 11:57 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 4,058
Posted By bautieri

B, C, & D D: being recreation with the local...

B, C, & D

D: being recreation with the local club, and family rides pulling my toddler around in her trailer.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-18-15, 11:41 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 912
Posted By bautieri

If I can ask, what is a fortune to you? How...

If I can ask, what is a fortune to you? How hilly is your general vicinity?

For the type of riding you described, just about any bike should do. Something from the Trek FX line up would handle...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-06-15, 08:10 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,696
Posted By bautieri

How are your knees? Cheap pedals and even the...

How are your knees? Cheap pedals and even the M520s have very limited float. If you have tracking issues with your knees, locking your foot in place may be problematic.

I've had knee surgery...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-14-11, 05:12 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,252
Posted By bautieri

Very nice bike :thumb: I don't think anyone will...

Very nice bike :thumb: I don't think anyone will call you a shill for giving your honest opinion here. It's not what you're riding, all that is important is that you are riding.

Loose the dork...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-06-11, 05:24 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,534
Posted By bautieri

I call my bike: Evil. I'm not particularly sure...

I call my bike: Evil. I'm not particularly sure why.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-31-11, 05:59 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,770
Posted By bautieri

NICE! I love that sparkly blue color!

NICE! I love that sparkly blue color!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-30-11, 09:38 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 20,278
Posted By bautieri

That's not entirely true. I was watching a show...

That's not entirely true. I was watching a show on Discovery awhile back where Specialized was stress testing their carbon full suspension frames, I forget which one, and they showed how they test...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-30-11, 09:29 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 440
Posted By bautieri

Must have found a snazzy frame that he wants to...

Must have found a snazzy frame that he wants to transfer his current set up onto.

If the new frame is the same geometry, then yes. Your method should put you pretty close. However, if you're...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-29-11, 05:55 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,003
Posted By bautieri

I don't think it needs replaced but it does need...

I don't think it needs replaced but it does need attention. It looks like someone bent it when they were installing the link, honestly you don't need to squeeze them that hard. Take the link apart,...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-29-11, 05:51 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 630
Posted By bautieri

Seems a little early for failure like that if you...

Seems a little early for failure like that if you ask me. Did you ever take the wheel back after a few hundred miles for retentioning?
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-27-11, 12:44 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,182
Posted By bautieri

I don't ride that bike but I can offer some input...

I don't ride that bike but I can offer some input on your shifter question as my buddy has a Trek XO with Apex sitting in my basement. I have no idea how those extra miles got on the odometer...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-23-11, 06:42 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,157
Posted By bautieri

I have about 2000 miles on my set of 28 wire bead...

I have about 2000 miles on my set of 28 wire bead Gatorskins, so far so good. No flats yet, all in all I like the tire. Course, not that I say that I'll get a flat tonight. My only complaint with...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-22-11, 08:25 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 620
Posted By bautieri

That's why I've never trusted slotted saddles

That's why I've never trusted slotted saddles
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-22-11, 08:24 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 678
Posted By bautieri

Is he wearing whitey tighties under those Under...

Is he wearing whitey tighties under those Under Armor shorts?

Looks like an older comfort or hybrid with come cross tires, gel saddle, Bell wedge pack...maybe he's just new to it and still...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-22-11, 07:01 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 620
Posted By bautieri

Yeah, the editors sure neutered him.

Yeah, the editors sure neutered him.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-22-11, 06:42 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,115
Posted By bautieri

It's the misadventures that make cycling trips...

It's the misadventures that make cycling trips memorable. I can recall in vivid detail all the rides where I encountered some adversity, most of it was my own darn fault too. The smooth rides where...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-22-11, 06:38 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 12,586
Posted By bautieri

An OCR-1 is worth exactly what someone is willing...

An OCR-1 is worth exactly what someone is willing to pay for it. Being that it is four years old, I think 33% of it's MSRP is a reasonable asking price if it's in good shape. Local markets will...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-22-11, 06:31 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 620
Posted By bautieri

Some kids were selling magazine subscriptions to...

Some kids were selling magazine subscriptions to raise money for a mission, I ordered a two year subscription to Buycycling.

That was three years ago. They won't quit sending them to me. Every...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-17-11, 06:45 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 635
Posted By bautieri

pics? Sounds like you had a blast!

pics?

Sounds like you had a blast!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-12-11, 08:04 AM
Replies: 611
Views: 22,640
Posted By bautieri

My ride into work this morning was pleasant. At...

My ride into work this morning was pleasant. At 57 degrees this morning, it was rather brisk.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-12-11, 05:29 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,848
Posted By bautieri

Jersey goes over bibs. When you have to...

Jersey goes over bibs. When you have to unhydrate, pull the front of your jersey up, pull the front of your bibs down (shoulder straps still up), then whip it out. This works best with bibs that...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-11-11, 10:54 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 729
Posted By bautieri

Can it last? Only you can make that call. ...

Can it last? Only you can make that call.

I'd start with a Zip Car membership if they are reasonably priced. That way you have a plan B in case you have a mechanical or just can't bring...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-11-11, 05:35 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,810
Posted By bautieri

Drink your coffee black. You would have to drink...

Drink your coffee black. You would have to drink 150 8oz cups to hit 300 calories. I don't think anyone said your energy drinks would kill you, at least not until you're drinking 3-4 per day. ...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-10-11, 01:45 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,810
Posted By bautieri

Because it is in limited supply and we'll gladly...

Because it is in limited supply and we'll gladly trample you and everyone you love to get the last drop :D. Just kidding...maybe. Coffee drinkers are known to be pretty irritable when they haven't...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-10-11, 12:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,115
Posted By bautieri

I ride an 09 Tricross Sport. It's quite a...

I ride an 09 Tricross Sport. It's quite a versatile bike, it's my commuter, tourer, century bike, fire road bike, MUPer, and everything in between. It's a very popular choice in the commuting forum...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-10-11, 11:03 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 443
Posted By bautieri

Good to have you back, now keep on pedaling!

Good to have you back, now keep on pedaling!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-10-11, 10:57 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,885
Posted By bautieri

Like everything bike related, you get what you...

Like everything bike related, you get what you pay for. Don't go the cheapest route possible. If you do, you'll end up buying the nicer stuff anyways. The only difference is you'll be out the cost...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-10-11, 10:51 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,810
Posted By bautieri

Doesn't sound like a healthy thing to be drinking...

Doesn't sound like a healthy thing to be drinking on a regular basis like that. If nothing else, you don't want to become dependent on those things (says the guy who drinks a pot of coffee every...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-10-11, 06:49 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,693
Posted By bautieri

I usually run around in circles screaming:...

I usually run around in circles screaming: "asterisk, asterisk, asterisk" while pulling my hair.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-10-11, 05:33 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,693
Posted By bautieri

Thanks for the tip :thumb: The string of...

Thanks for the tip :thumb:

The string of obscenities that day was quite impressive.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-09-11, 08:35 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,693
Posted By bautieri

I now carry both after my first roadside flat in...

I now carry both after my first roadside flat in two years. I had a hell of a time getting my road morph to seat on a threaded valve. Screw that noise, from now on I'm using CO2 first then the pump...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-03-11, 02:22 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 724
Posted By bautieri

conversation moved to PM

conversation moved to PM
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-03-11, 12:33 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,630
Posted By bautieri

It's just beer leaving your body. Be proud of...

It's just beer leaving your body. Be proud of the sweat :)

Get a cycling cap for under your helmet and a set of hand/ankle bands. You can pick these up at just about any sporting good store. ...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-03-11, 12:28 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 724
Posted By bautieri

...well someone had to vote for the S2 ^^^^ :D

...well someone had to vote for the S2 ^^^^ :D
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-03-11, 12:27 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 724
Posted By bautieri

If this is strictly your "go-fast" bike. I'd get...

If this is strictly your "go-fast" bike. I'd get the S2. The twichiness you feel is likely the difference in geometry and possibly a bit too much weight being supported by your hands. I remember...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-03-11, 10:11 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,852
Posted By bautieri

The bike will not fall to pieces. You'll be fine...

The bike will not fall to pieces. You'll be fine on it providing it's not a full carbon (I think all Allezs are aluminum w/carbon forks). BUT, and there is always a but, you've already identified...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-02-11, 06:52 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,369
Posted By bautieri

nice, may you two have many happy miles together...

nice, may you two have many happy miles together :thumb:
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-01-11, 06:45 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 521
Posted By bautieri

way to go :thumb:

way to go :thumb:
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-01-11, 05:16 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,106
Posted By bautieri

Another B-17, here. Haven't worn bicycle shorts...

Another B-17, here. Haven't worn bicycle shorts since.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-29-11, 08:26 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,692
Posted By bautieri

Gatorade diluted 50/50 with water. I prefer...

Gatorade diluted 50/50 with water.

I prefer the premade stuff as the powder just doesn't taste the same to me.
Forum: Commuting
07-29-11, 06:40 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,690
Posted By bautieri

Wow, glad you're ok!

Wow, glad you're ok!
Forum: Commuting
07-27-11, 08:12 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,708
Posted By bautieri

I find the exact opposite to be true. It's the...

I find the exact opposite to be true. It's the Mercedes, Lexus, and BMW drivers that tend to buzz/honk at me while the drivers of clunkers tend to give a wide berth. I have no idea why this is.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-27-11, 05:17 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,263
Posted By bautieri

Here is a radical suggestion: Combine your...

Here is a radical suggestion:

Combine your new mountain bike budget plus her road bike budget and buy a tandem. You'll be spending time together, plus you won't have to worry about dropping her. ...
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