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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-15-20, 01:12 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,056
Posted By cyclist2000

Just know what size bike you ride. In a year or...

Just know what size bike you ride. In a year or two you will start seeing lots of used bikes on sale cheap because all these bikes that are sold now will just be sitting in the garage or basement...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-14-20, 09:13 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,056
Posted By What the heck

Heck yes, that's the most frustrating part. I...

Heck yes, that's the most frustrating part. I agree- my husband's cruiser will hopefully do. Thanks for the tips to calm my back tire fears.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-14-20, 08:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,056
Posted By cyclist2000

Beach cruisers have fairly wide tires, pump them...

Beach cruisers have fairly wide tires, pump them up to their max pressure and see what happens. Just bring tools to fix a flat, a pump and/or CO2 inflator and a spare tube for that bike and a wrench...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-12-20, 03:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,066
Posted By exercion

Trying to disqualify myself

Ok so I have been lurking and reading a number of the forus here for quite a long time, only rarely posting though. But I figured I'd share some of how my year has gone. This spring, can't remember...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-09-20, 12:16 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,056
Posted By cyclist2000

I would use the beach cruiser. it should be safe...

I would use the beach cruiser. it should be safe for your weight, Save the money for a real upgrade after you have ridden a while and know that you want to keep at it.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-02-20, 09:06 AM
Replies: 150
Views: 15,930
Posted By rydabent

Again-----------get used to disc brakes. That is...

Again-----------get used to disc brakes. That is what mfg are going to.

And disc brakes have two great things going for them. First they work great in the wet, and second they do not scab up and...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-01-20, 11:34 AM
Replies: 150
Views: 15,930
Posted By rydabent

It still amazes me how the cycling set is so...

It still amazes me how the cycling set is so adverse to progress. I remember in the 80s when click shifting came out, the "real" cyclist resisted it too.
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-19-20, 01:16 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,344
Posted By Sealth

I ended up buying a used 2017 Rockhopper sport...

I ended up buying a used 2017 Rockhopper sport for $300 on craigslist. I'm actually quite happy with this decision. I have a bike I can ride right now, and I can begin the process of upgrading the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-14-20, 05:16 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,399
Posted By billnuke1

Well, will ya look’it that...

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Heading down...only down from 208lbs...always plateau...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-03-20, 08:42 PM
Replies: 158
Views: 15,299
Posted By reverborama

I went out this morning but only did about 15...

I went out this morning but only did about 15 miles. It was 87 when I started and 90+ when I got home. I think it topped out at 94. I didn't push it at all, just enjoyed the ride. Then I cut the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-15-20, 06:59 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,909
Posted By SethAZ

Most of my bibs are XXL and I wear size 40 pants,...

Most of my bibs are XXL and I wear size 40 pants, and am 2" taller than you but slightly heavier right now. These fit, and differences between the manufacturers usually just mean some are a little...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-12-20, 09:33 AM
Replies: 317
Views: 94,003
Posted By camjr

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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-12-20, 02:04 AM
Replies: 317
Views: 94,003
Posted By daviddavieboy

Here is a repaint of one I have owned for a bit....

Here is a repaint of one I have owned for a bit. I should have went over the wheels cause' I broke a spoke the other day and buffed the paint off the inside of the chainstay. Oh well - have airbrush...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-06-20, 10:05 PM
Replies: 317
Views: 94,003
Posted By blue192

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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-06-20, 12:37 AM
Replies: 317
Views: 94,003
Posted By Cpn_Crank

right. Totally surprised the heck out of me too....

right. Totally surprised the heck out of me too. Even some REAL clydes are riding these speed machines, and most (all) of what I see is quality stuff, quite creative stuff too. I’m in the middle of...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-31-20, 10:49 PM
Replies: 317
Views: 94,003
Posted By tallbikeman

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Took a while to find this picture of my other heavily used bicycle. ...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-31-20, 10:34 PM
Replies: 317
Views: 94,003
Posted By tallbikeman

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My fastest road bike out in the gravel. 1980's Nishiki 68cm Sebring....
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-31-20, 09:45 PM
Replies: 317
Views: 94,003
Posted By tallbikeman

This is just a real cool looking bicycle. I...

This is just a real cool looking bicycle. I remember full chrome steel bicycles in the 70's and 80's. This is a real nice find and I'm sure it will ride fine.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-26-20, 07:34 PM
Replies: 317
Views: 94,003
Posted By cyccommute

Coronasploring today along the South Platte...

Coronasploring today along the South Platte River. 2004 Specialized S-Works Epic FSR. Best dually ever made in my opinion

...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-25-20, 08:01 PM
Replies: 317
Views: 94,003
Posted By brawlo

Coming in on this. My 3 current rides. I'm 6'5"...

Coming in on this. My 3 current rides. I'm 6'5" so they're pretty darn large :lol:
...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-25-20, 10:08 AM
Replies: 317
Views: 94,003
Posted By joshsc

Did 20 miles yesterday with my wife on a local...

Did 20 miles yesterday with my wife on a local trail we had never been to. It was beautiful....
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-19-20, 05:40 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,542
Posted By banjaboy

Bought it and love it!!!!!!!! 50 years of road...

Bought it and love it!!!!!!!! 50 years of road riding and this is the most awesome bike I have owned. It fits like a glove. Cant believe how comfortable it is.
Thanks for all your help guys, no...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-11-20, 12:06 PM
Replies: 3,573
Views: 983,250
Posted By jetjock

On and off over last 10 years have given the road...

On and off over last 10 years have given the road bike another go but always come back to this. Now pretty much this bike on the roads and my Terratrike Rambler for paths. Only bikes I can ride...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-10-20, 08:50 PM
Replies: 3,573
Views: 983,250
Posted By Edward1066

I guess 52 is old. Here's my old man...

I guess 52 is old. Here's my old man Steanroller...
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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-09-20, 06:21 PM
Replies: 3,573
Views: 983,250
Posted By osco53

My Road bike

I can ride this all day, when I stop for a rest I often stay on the bike just sitting there chilling out,,It Is just that comfortable......
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-03-20, 10:38 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 671
Posted By MRT2

https://velo-orange.com/products/crazy-bars-1 ...

https://velo-orange.com/products/crazy-bars-1
https://surlybikes.com/parts/moloko_bar
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-02-20, 07:35 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,808
Posted By gundamzaku

i initially wanted to go with mtn bike parts is...

i initially wanted to go with mtn bike parts is because shimano does not offer a whole lot for 3x8 which is what my bike is stock. so i figure if i were to upgrade, i might as well replace...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-26-20, 09:40 PM
Replies: 3,573
Views: 983,250
Posted By OldFartCyclist

Twice in the last 5 years I've said "this will be...

Twice in the last 5 years I've said "this will be my last bike". I hope my lovely wife doesn't hold me to such a rash statement. :)
And that's a nice bike!
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-26-20, 09:43 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,624
Posted By jimicoltrane

Wrong link. Planning on the TJ Deore 27.5+ unless...

Wrong link. Planning on the TJ Deore 27.5+ unless they offer me a super deal on the pink SLX.
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-25-20, 09:11 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,398
Posted By Freerunner

Well, I decided to contact the owner of the LBS...

Well, I decided to contact the owner of the LBS where we bought the Niner to ask for his input (we have since moved over 1000 miles from that shop). This guy was great, told us that the wheels can...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-25-20, 04:02 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,624
Posted By jimicoltrane

I went with the Salsa. Picking it up on Monday. ...

I went with the Salsa. Picking it up on Monday. They're trying to tempt me to "upgrade" to one in the SLX trim they have but unless they give me a really killer deal it's not happening.
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-25-20, 02:54 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,624
Posted By dontcallmebrave

I'd go with the Salsa just because it's local,...

I'd go with the Salsa just because it's local, I've been waiting 3 weeks now for my new bike to ship from just 4 hours away.
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-25-20, 09:22 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,624
Posted By grubetown

+1 for the Timberjack - it can do both 27.5+ and...

+1 for the Timberjack - it can do both 27.5+ and 29!
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-24-20, 09:29 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,624
Posted By Gconan

Salsa hands down. I would consider the 29...

Salsa hands down. I would consider the 29 version also.
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-24-20, 09:19 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,624
Posted By Kapusta

I think "plus" size tires make a lot of sense for...

I think "plus" size tires make a lot of sense for beginners and people who are not riding very aggressively. They are extra stable and forgiving. Some find performance downsides to plus for riding...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-23-20, 11:48 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,850
Posted By zjrog

I'm 6'1" and in the 240s. But. I was 378 at my...

I'm 6'1" and in the 240s. But. I was 378 at my heaviest. Also wear a 32" inseam. And carried most of my weight above my my waist.

I rode my 29er Monster Cross mostly until I was under 300. ...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-20-20, 06:31 PM
Replies: 3,573
Views: 983,250
Posted By TricycleTom

43 year old mystery solved

I bought this Jeunet 12 new in '77 for $400, and have over 100,000 miles on it now. To ride no-hands, I've always had to lean 'way over. Now, after seven seasons of riding it indoors, I finally...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-06-20, 09:41 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,776
Posted By Olefeller77

I can't comment on the Marlin 7 but I have the...

I can't comment on the Marlin 7 but I have the Marlin 6 . I don't use mine in the mountains, but instead on local rather flat trails and backroads.
Mt Marlin 6 would be on the heavy side but it...
Forum: Mountain Biking
03-22-20, 06:54 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 11,014
Posted By Midlake Crisis

I have to say I love this bike and haven't seen a...

I have to say I love this bike and haven't seen a better deal anywhere, slightly over $1k at $1099. Check out the specs. The Fox fork and 3"+ tires roll great and ride like a Cadillac.
Since I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-13-20, 12:52 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 995
Posted By Milton Keynes

No, those make you cross-eyed.

No, those make you cross-eyed.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-13-20, 07:40 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 995
Posted By Flip Flop Rider

opti-grab

opti-grab
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-27-20, 05:02 PM
Replies: 3,573
Views: 983,250
Posted By Bicyclz

Scott ESUB Tour?

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Got to show it, just to prove a point.
It's my last, best bike. Can't say more...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-27-20, 01:56 PM
Replies: 3,573
Views: 983,250
Posted By Bicyclz

Looking at all these Exotics does please me, but...

Looking at all these Exotics does please me, but in my old age I cannot afford to do this: )
This morning I took some pics of my old, but cool Orbit Gold Medal. A bit scruffy, but hey, it works...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-27-20, 01:19 PM
Replies: 3,573
Views: 983,250
Posted By Trikin'

Your 2wheel recumbents must be amazingly fast,...

Your 2wheel recumbents must be amazingly fast, not sure if I could get on to any of them at my age....except the trike of course, I've been triking for 15 yrs....currently have an Expedition...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-27-20, 02:42 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,163
Posted By Vintage bicycle

Bicycle restoration

Having been medically retired i needed something to do, a neighbour gave me a Hercules in a sorry state so i stripped it down, stripped the rusty paint off and resprayed, cleaned all the metal work,...
Forum: Mountain Biking
01-13-20, 10:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,015
Posted By mousemeat

New MT. Bike in my world.

Just picked up A ' new ' mT. bike....today....came across, and eventually purchased a 1997 Ritchey P-20 WCS MOUNTAIN BIKE...

After searching high and low, for A Klein...or a early Gary...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-09-20, 07:10 AM
Replies: 3,573
Views: 983,250
Posted By Lazyass

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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-08-20, 03:18 PM
Replies: 3,573
Views: 983,250
Posted By Eric F

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Forum: Mountain Biking
01-08-20, 01:45 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,250
Posted By carlosponti

I got a new bike

Rode it finally on sunday this was a big update from an entry level hardtail.
...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-08-20, 11:32 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,669
Posted By Eric F

Back in the saddle again!

It's finally time to get my fat ass back on the road - 15 years and 60+ lbs since I hung up my race wheels and put the bike aside. For the past month, I've been doing regular suffer-sessions in my...
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