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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-13-22, 07:57 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,321
Posted By chadtrent

I just put these on my bike. I could not be...

I just put these on my bike. I could not be happier with them. Bontrager doesn't put a rider weight limit on their wheels. They are within your price point. I run them with tubes but they can be set...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-14-22, 09:56 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,563
Posted By chadtrent

Check out www.theblackbibs.com I started...

Check out www.theblackbibs.com

I started this year at 298 pounds and I wore their size 3XL. I'm down to 262 pounds and wearing 2XL now.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-14-22, 09:54 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,186
Posted By chadtrent

I used to get the same issues. I switched to...

I used to get the same issues. I switched to drinking HEED several years ago and have not had any issues since then. I carry small ziploc bags of mix on longer rides so that when I stop to refill my...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-02-22, 01:54 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,431
Posted By chadtrent

I was in your same situation (but lower budget)...

I was in your same situation (but lower budget) when I went bike shopping. I ended up with the Canyon Endurace. I am very happy with that decision. It replaced a 2008 Specialized Tarmac. It's every...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-02-22, 11:30 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 4,262
Posted By chadtrent

I'm not sure how many miles I'll do. I want to do...

I'm not sure how many miles I'll do. I want to do as many as possible. But around here it's been in the high 90s by mid morning, and that's too hot for me to do much outside. I am going to continue...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-25-22, 07:24 AM
Replies: 141
Views: 5,952
Posted By chadtrent

5/2/2022 17.83 5/8/2022 29.93 5/10/2022...

5/2/2022 17.83
5/8/2022 29.93
5/10/2022 23.09
5/15/2022 31.49
5/17/2022 23.19
5/20/2022 13.44
5/22/2022 45.16

MTD 184.14
Month Goal 250
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-21-22, 10:27 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,651
Posted By chadtrent

Agreed, But there is a line between comfort and...

Agreed, But there is a line between comfort and feeling mushy, You just have to find that line and stay on the correct side of it. For me it's a moving target.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-19-22, 11:40 AM
Replies: 141
Views: 5,952
Posted By chadtrent

MTD: 125.54 Month goal: 200 YTD: 639.48 ...

MTD: 125.54
Month goal: 200
YTD: 639.48
Year goal: 2000
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-19-22, 11:38 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,275
Posted By chadtrent

I've seen them listed online. They look like a...

I've seen them listed online. They look like a good value for the money. Never seen one in person though. I know there is a Dragon brand bike that seems to be pretty popular in that price range as...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-19-22, 06:20 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,651
Posted By chadtrent

That is true. That's why so many people are...

That is true. That's why so many people are running tubeless tires. When you run lower pressure with tubes you run the risk of pinch flats. I still run tubes so I run my pressure a little higher. But...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-19-22, 06:17 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,275
Posted By chadtrent

Well, not every day is a big day in the saddle....

Well, not every day is a big day in the saddle. Sometimes it's a half hour on the trainer. But any ride is a good ride I believe...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-18-22, 09:18 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 5,248
Posted By chadtrent

I realize I'm a little late to the party here,...

I realize I'm a little late to the party here, but I figured I'd add my goals...

1. 270 pounds by my birthday - April 6 (I started the year at 298) - I was at 265
2. Ride 50 miles on my birthday...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-18-22, 08:16 AM
Replies: 317
Views: 94,085
Posted By chadtrent

Hit one of my intermediate weight loss goals...

Hit one of my intermediate weight loss goals (40#) and a milestone for me (100 days in a row riding) so I treated myself to some new wheels......
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-18-22, 08:14 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,275
Posted By chadtrent

Honestly you should be fine with any bike from a...

Honestly you should be fine with any bike from a name brand bike company. I'm in the same boat as you. Started this year heavier than I've ever been. Dedicated myself to riding every day and started...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-21-21, 08:50 AM
Replies: 334
Views: 57,904
Posted By chadtrent

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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-20-21, 05:03 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,518
Posted By chadtrent

I have a jacket from Aerotech Designs. I think it...

I have a jacket from Aerotech Designs. I think it was $60. Honestly it's too warm for me. Rode the other day in 35 degree weather and had to unzip it because I got too hot. But I run hot all the time...
Forum: Charity Events
01-20-21, 11:47 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,196
Posted By chadtrent

Looking for advice for organizing a ride

I have been asked to help organize a ride here in town. We are in the very very early stages right now. No date set. No name picked out. No routes planned. Just in the “talking about it” stages. My...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-15-20, 12:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,075
Posted By chadtrent

Check out www.theblackbibs.com too

Check out www.theblackbibs.com too
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-14-20, 06:48 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 9,168
Posted By chadtrent

I have a 2020 Endurace with the stock seatpost...

I have a 2020 Endurace with the stock seatpost (not the spring steel post) and have had zero issues with mine as well. I am absolutely thrilled with the bike overall.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-14-20, 06:46 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,933
Posted By chadtrent

Are you concerned with pinch flats because you...

Are you concerned with pinch flats because you are getting them? Or just worried you will?

I have tried airless tires in the past. Not the ones you posted though. To be honest I hated every...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-14-20, 06:40 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 9,571
Posted By chadtrent

I usually wear blue because that's what color our...

I usually wear blue because that's what color our team kit is. Aside from that I have all kinds of colors of jersey and I just wear whatever is clean.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-08-20, 12:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,313
Posted By chadtrent

I rode Aksiums for years at 270 lbs and never had...

I rode Aksiums for years at 270 lbs and never had the first problem with them. I would hang onto them.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-24-20, 02:19 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,576
Posted By chadtrent

Had hoped to string together some days this year...

Had hoped to string together some days this year but it didn't work out. Hoping that I can start January 1 and string together 365 days.

However, if some of you want to get inspired, look at this...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-18-20, 12:30 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,863
Posted By chadtrent

Average resting is 60-62. Average riding is...

Average resting is 60-62. Average riding is around 130. Max is 193. When I was younger I would hit 205 regularly. No idea what it is when sleeping.
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
09-17-20, 11:40 AM
Replies: 314
Views: 23,763
Posted By chadtrent

Apologies if this has been discussed earlier... ...

Apologies if this has been discussed earlier...

For stage 20, will they be riding TT bikes or regular bikes?
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-16-20, 07:14 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,910
Posted By chadtrent

Yeah. I am average height I guess and I have...

Yeah. I am average height I guess and I have noticed that if I was much taller the bibs would probably be too short for me. I have never tried the tall model though.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-09-20, 07:21 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,910
Posted By chadtrent

Check out www.theblackbibs.com. They make great...

Check out www.theblackbibs.com. They make great stuff and they have sizes for us bigger guys.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-09-20, 07:17 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,288
Posted By chadtrent

I would contact Spinergy. They put no weight...

I would contact Spinergy. They put no weight limit on their wheels. I am closer to 300 pounds than to 200. I rode a set of Spinergy Z-Lites for over 2000 miles with no problems.

While it is true...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-21-20, 12:12 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,568
Posted By chadtrent

Personally I've always liked the Catrike trikes....

Personally I've always liked the Catrike trikes. I ride a regular 2 wheel bike and I've even thought about picking one up.

My mother in law has Parkinsons and she rode a Tomcat trike for a while....
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
08-17-20, 09:43 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,313
Posted By chadtrent

Handlebar bag suggestions needed...

I'm looking for a handlebar bag. I don't need anything huge. This is for single day events. Not bikepacking or anything. I do want something that will fit between standard drop bars and still give me...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-10-20, 06:46 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,036
Posted By chadtrent

I agree 100%. A couple days ago I got on the...

I agree 100%. A couple days ago I got on the scale and saw the largest number I've ever seen in my life. Even though I've ridden twice as much this year as I have in any previous year. My average...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-07-20, 07:14 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,032
Posted By chadtrent

Personally, if you can deal with the bars, I...

Personally, if you can deal with the bars, I would suggest a Canyon Grail. Although I have to say I have owned 9 Specialized bikes over the last 12-13 years and have not had a single issue with any...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-07-20, 07:11 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 987
Posted By chadtrent

First things first - those are seat posts, not...

First things first - those are seat posts, not stems. Second, the offset is safe.

What you really should be concerned about is which seatpost is necessary to get your bike to fit you correctly....
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-06-20, 06:29 AM
Replies: 266
Views: 15,546
Posted By chadtrent

Slow start to August, but hopefully that will...

Slow start to August, but hopefully that will change soon...

8/2 - 50.22 miles
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
07-16-20, 08:55 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 971
Posted By chadtrent

What mount are you using for that?

What mount are you using for that?
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
07-15-20, 10:31 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 971
Posted By chadtrent

Camera suggestions?

I'm looking for a camera to document rides with. Not necessarily one that will record accidents. Looking for something with better video quality. I know a lot of people use a GoPro. Is that the best...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-15-20, 10:28 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,607
Posted By chadtrent

I didn't either honestly. I bought mine for HR....

I didn't either honestly. I bought mine for HR. But was surprised when I uploaded the data that it tracked cadence too. I was skeptical at first but I got on my indoor bike which has an actual...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-14-20, 08:38 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,607
Posted By chadtrent

Does the Garmin strap do cadence too? I have the...

Does the Garmin strap do cadence too? I have the Wahoo strap and it does. I thought someone said the Garmin did too.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-14-20, 03:55 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 704
Posted By chadtrent

Yeah. The wheelset I'm looking at is centerlock....

Yeah. The wheelset I'm looking at is centerlock. The one currently on my bike is 6 bolt.


Thanks everyone for the replies.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-14-20, 09:20 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 704
Posted By chadtrent

Centerlock vs 6 bolt disc question...

I am sure this is probably a dumb question, but I'm new to the world of disc brakes...

My current bike has 6 bolt discs. If I get a new set of wheels with centerlock, aside from having to buy the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-06-20, 08:27 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,839
Posted By chadtrent

To me "fake" is something like this -...

To me "fake" is something like this -...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-24-20, 08:35 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,839
Posted By chadtrent

I didn't read it that way. He mentioned...

I didn't read it that way. He mentioned "knockoff" frames from China. I assumed he meant the fake ones on Aliexpress, DHGate, etc.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-24-20, 06:26 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,839
Posted By chadtrent

This is true. But there can be a big difference...

This is true. But there can be a big difference in manufacturing quality between the big Chinese brands like Merida and Giant and these smaller companies that just do open mold frames.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-23-20, 11:52 AM
Replies: 193
Views: 12,772
Posted By chadtrent

Had a lot going on this month so not a lot of...

Had a lot going on this month so not a lot of time to ride. Was hoping to get 300 miles in this month but doesn't look like that will happen.

6/7 - 50.97 miles
6/13 - 29.29 miles

Should still...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-23-20, 08:30 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,839
Posted By chadtrent

A guy I ride with has a Chinese Bianchi. He...

A guy I ride with has a Chinese Bianchi. He bought the entire bike piece by piece from Aliexpress. The frame looks nice, but has given him a lot of trouble. The seatpost won't stay in place. He...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-22-20, 01:24 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,013
Posted By chadtrent

That's what I was wondering, but I wasn't sure if...

That's what I was wondering, but I wasn't sure if the possibility of rain was a bigger concern than the heat that builds up in cars on hot days.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-22-20, 01:08 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,013
Posted By chadtrent

Leaving your bike on the car all day?

My work schedule is finally at a point where I can ride during the week. There are some weeknight rides I want to do but they would require me going right from work. Is there anything I should be...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-08-20, 11:28 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 6,896
Posted By chadtrent

Just another thought - did you make sure the...

Just another thought - did you make sure the number of links in the old chain was the same as in the new chain? I have seen chains that are too long behave like you are describing.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-08-20, 06:16 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,490
Posted By chadtrent

I just bought a new bike, but my previous bike...

I just bought a new bike, but my previous bike was a 2008 model. The only thing I replaced on it was standard wear items like tires, chain, cassette, etc. I'm going to guess I had about 12-14k miles...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-28-20, 08:40 AM
Replies: 217
Views: 15,804
Posted By chadtrent

Broke my monthly goal over Memorial Day weekend....

Broke my monthly goal over Memorial Day weekend. Still on good pace to reach my yearly goals too I think.

Date - Miles - Feet of elevation
5/2/2020 - 26.94 - 1,680
5/3/2020 - 16.78 - 945...
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