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Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-15-24, 02:13 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,363
Posted By munkeyfish

A year ago I decided to get back on the bike...

A year ago I decided to get back on the bike after suffering for about 3/4 years of foot issues that caused me to have over 25 surgeries to correct. I was researching a more upright bike to ride vs...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
12-26-23, 03:53 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,411
Posted By munkeyfish

Maybe someone can point me in the right...

Maybe someone can point me in the right direction. I have a Verve 2 Step through XL frame. It seems like the Bontrager H5 700x45 tires are a thing of the past that originally came with the bike.
...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-05-23, 08:50 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 6,285
Posted By munkeyfish

What make and models are these? I see one is a...

What make and models are these? I see one is a Canyon ( I weight too much for their bikes I believe and not all of their bikes handle my 6’6” hight too.)
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-05-23, 08:38 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 6,285
Posted By munkeyfish

Figured I’d ask this in an old thread instead of...

Figured I’d ask this in an old thread instead of the current one, but what bikes are you Clyde’s using to rack up 20plus miles on a single ride? I’m just getting back in and on my upright hybrid...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-08-23, 12:57 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,251
Posted By munkeyfish

I sent the good folks ar Priority an email asking...

I sent the good folks ar Priority an email asking about weight limits. I got a reply of that they have never tested them to have a rating, but they recommend a limit of 275. If anyone was wondering...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-03-23, 07:47 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,251
Posted By munkeyfish

Priority Bikes and Clyde’s/Anthenas

Howdy all.

Tried to search, but it is being a booger on my phone.

Have any of you folks had any experience with Priority Bikes while being a Clyde/Athena?

I can’t seem to find anything on...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-13-23, 08:33 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,402
Posted By munkeyfish

Just wanted to say thanks for this thread. ...

Just wanted to say thanks for this thread.

I too am in the same boat as the OP but I already have the DuoTrap and I have Trek Elite computer. But I was also using my phone for Map My Ride /...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-01-23, 02:37 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,921
Posted By munkeyfish

The St.Augustine to Palatka trail along 207 is...

The St.Augustine to Palatka trail along 207 is where I live. I am across 207 a bit from where the trail starts on Vermont Blvd. I've watched this trail grow and improve in the 10+ years we have owned...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-24-23, 07:26 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,407
Posted By munkeyfish

That is a fantastic idea! But unfortunately, I'm...

That is a fantastic idea! But unfortunately, I'm not aware of anything like that in my area. But I will be searching.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-11-23, 06:57 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,035
Posted By munkeyfish

That is awesome that you guys are involved in so...

That is awesome that you guys are involved in so many great causes!

But alas, I'm just rejoining my journey into bikes again for the second time. I restarted after 20 some odd years in 2016, then...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-10-23, 04:51 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,035
Posted By munkeyfish

That is freaking awesome!

That is freaking awesome!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-08-23, 01:46 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,407
Posted By munkeyfish

Commuting to work.

Hello fellow Clydesdales/Athena’s.

Do any of you commute to work? If so, how far? What kind of roads/paths fo you have where you are?

I’m interested in possibly doing it some day, but I have a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-06-23, 01:58 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,921
Posted By munkeyfish

Check out the Rails To Trails site too. Also,...

Check out the Rails To Trails site too.
Also, is this the loop you were asking about?
​​​​​​https://river2sealoop.org/
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-27-23, 06:31 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,753
Posted By munkeyfish

Trav1s Thanks again for the Trek suggestion!

Trav1s Thanks again for the Trek suggestion!
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-27-23, 06:24 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,753
Posted By munkeyfish

So things went different than expected, but in a...

So things went different than expected, but in a good way.

Short background of how I got here today. A few years ago I had a foot injury that required me to have several surgeries and spent months...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-27-23, 06:31 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,753
Posted By munkeyfish

Im not sure, I’ve never been to this shop. It is...

Im not sure, I’ve never been to this shop. It is listed on Treks website. I believe they answered the phone as Trek of Jacksonville Beach… I could be wrong.

You make a valid point. But I also know...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-27-23, 04:55 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,753
Posted By munkeyfish

Today I go test ride the Verve 3 Disc. Bit...

Today I go test ride the Verve 3 Disc.

Bit nervous as I’m reading reviews on Treks site about the bike not having the components that are advertised. I really hope that’s not the case here, but...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-25-23, 02:31 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,753
Posted By munkeyfish

Not gonna lie, kinda giddy about it.XL frames are...

Not gonna lie, kinda giddy about it.XL frames are hard to find in stock
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-25-23, 01:57 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,753
Posted By munkeyfish

thanks for the heads up on the Trek. It checks...

thanks for the heads up on the Trek. It checks all my boxes. I’m test riding a 3 in my size, on Friday. I called a shop about 45 min away that has one in stock and they are holding it for until then....
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-25-23, 09:03 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,753
Posted By munkeyfish

This is the feedback I was looking for. I would...

This is the feedback I was looking for. I would have missed that forward crank bit on my own, I noticed it but didn’t connect how that would have felt. Test riding really isn’t going to happen as no...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-24-23, 09:37 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,753
Posted By munkeyfish

Specialized Roll 3.0 vs. Cannondale Treadwell 2.0

Howdy all.

looking at these two bikes, I don’t know much about components, but they seem similarly spec’ed. Am I incorrect about that?

Also, how much difference is there in the upright...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-24-23, 02:46 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 11,889
Posted By munkeyfish

Did you get your bikes yet? Thoughts ?

Did you get your bikes yet? Thoughts ?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-13-19, 06:02 AM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 403,499
Posted By munkeyfish

The Crosstrail. Dummy me, missed the page...

The Crosstrail.

Dummy me, missed the page numbers at the bottom... This is what happens when you are away for a bit and forget how much fun it is to look at the websites. nm me, carry on. And...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-12-19, 05:58 PM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 403,499
Posted By munkeyfish

So it looks like they are no longer making them?...

So it looks like they are no longer making them? I don't see them on the website. Am I correct?
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-10-18, 06:57 PM
Replies: 384
Views: 166,469
Posted By munkeyfish

I'd like this one! If it is still available or if...

I'd like this one! If it is still available or if I can throw my my name in the hat. Thanks!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-17-18, 08:59 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 36,147
Posted By munkeyfish

That is the one thing I forgot.... taking...

That is the one thing I forgot.... taking pictures....

I do have a pic from last year around this time(May 28th) at one of my best friends wedding. I was in his wedding party and had to get...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-14-18, 09:15 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,271
Posted By munkeyfish

I'd do the underside at least once. Maybe even...

I'd do the underside at least once. Maybe even once a year.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-14-18, 08:26 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,271
Posted By munkeyfish

I don't have a B190, I have a B17. I watched some...

I don't have a B190, I have a B17. I watched some YouTube video's and did some reading, it said to apply on the underside too. As far as how often, I seen all kinds of ideas on that, but most point...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-14-18, 07:07 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 36,147
Posted By munkeyfish

Keep in mind, the Keto Diet is just that, a diet....

Keep in mind, the Keto Diet is just that, a diet. It is meant to get where you wantbto be weight wish then add back a small bit of carbs that will keep you at your goal. Yes, you still keep that life...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-11-18, 01:20 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 36,147
Posted By munkeyfish

I'm living proof that it works and is safe. I am...

I'm living proof that it works and is safe. I am still new at it of course, but I am doing it under the watch/advise of my Endocrinologist, Cardiologist (2 of them), my primary doctor and for what is...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-07-18, 06:05 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,698
Posted By munkeyfish

Pics of your old pal?

Pics of your old pal?
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-06-18, 06:43 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,647
Posted By munkeyfish

Thanks for the reply. This is great to know...

Thanks for the reply. This is great to know info.I was wonder which size I would need myself. And been wondering if the Exploit was worth a $1K more than the Expat.... Have you had any issues...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-02-18, 06:22 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,764
Posted By munkeyfish

Right now, 275. Down from 338. And @6'6"

Right now, 275. Down from 338. And @6'6"
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-02-18, 05:30 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,764
Posted By munkeyfish

You guys do get some impressive distances/speeds...

You guys do get some impressive distances/speeds as Clyde's. I reckon that has to do with owning a Road Bike vs. a Hybrid that leans a bit more to off road....

Do road bikes hold up well to...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-02-18, 07:46 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,764
Posted By munkeyfish

Question for my fellow Clydes/Athenas...

How long did it take you to up your endurance for longer rides? And how fast do you go on said rides?

I've read many threads here, where many could hardly do a mile at first and now seem to be...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-02-18, 05:06 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 7,611
Posted By munkeyfish

Like i said last month, everytime i sign up, it...

Like i said last month, everytime i sign up, it bites me in the butt. I ended up with surgery on calf that kept me down. But I'll book mark a place here, just in case.

5/1- 2.2 first post surgery...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-02-18, 04:59 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,455
Posted By munkeyfish

Nice reveiw. I'm always interested in these kind...

Nice reveiw. I'm always interested in these kind of bikes, especially being a Clyde and carbon frame.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-27-18, 04:43 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 36,147
Posted By munkeyfish

Ok, so far I have been able to drop one med...

Ok, so far I have been able to drop one med altogether, Cut back on a couple others. And have lost 22lbs since starting the Keto Diet about 3 weeks ago. At my worst, I was 338 in October, now I'm at...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-25-18, 07:59 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 12,129
Posted By munkeyfish

I'm sorry to see this. I never had the pleasure...

I'm sorry to see this. I never had the pleasure of meeting him in person (east coast/west coast thing) but from his interaction here and how many people speak highly of him, you can he was a great...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-23-18, 02:30 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 7,006
Posted By munkeyfish

Oh man, you have braze-ons on your fork? I don't...

Oh man, you have braze-ons on your fork? I don't have that on mine, I had yo use zip ties to get my fenders on. But I have to say, I like the look of these much more so that the Planet Bike ones I...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-21-18, 01:08 PM
Replies: 1,579
Views: 420,941
Posted By munkeyfish

I've seen this happening a lot anymore....

I've seen this happening a lot anymore. Especially with "Bike Shops" on ebay. There is one I've been watching out of south Florida. They keep listing the same items over and over and I see where...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-21-18, 11:15 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,647
Posted By munkeyfish

Never heard of KHS Bikes, I'll look into this...

Never heard of KHS Bikes, I'll look into this model. Thanks for the heads up.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-21-18, 11:13 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,647
Posted By munkeyfish

Which one did you get? What size? I tried their...

Which one did you get? What size? I tried their fit calculator, and I was too tall, too wide and too heavy and it kept saying I had stubby legs for my height, lol.

Thanks.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-19-18, 12:39 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,647
Posted By munkeyfish

Clyde and a Jamis Renegade?

Just wonder if this bike would be a good fit for me? 6'6" and now at 280 and going down. (Was up to 340 at one point)

I've had my eye on Surly Ogre for some time, but the Jamis Renegade has also...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-11-18, 12:45 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 36,147
Posted By munkeyfish

I'm going down the rabbit hole. I have an...

I'm going down the rabbit hole.

I have an appt. With my doctor tomorrow to discuss this diet. Taking my wife with me too. I've bought a couple books and read through them, been reading a few...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-08-18, 07:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,367
Posted By munkeyfish

I've had GREAT Results with Jaybird X3's. Plus...

I've had GREAT Results with Jaybird X3's. Plus they come with an app to use or make custom EQ settings. They have a bunch of different earbud sizes and clips, plus noise canceling earbud covers too....
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-08-18, 04:32 PM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 403,499
Posted By munkeyfish

What size are the pedals? I'm looking to swap my...

What size are the pedals? I'm looking to swap my LBS Cheapies with something better and not sure what size I need. I think it is 9/16, correct?

Thanks
Forum: Touring
04-03-18, 08:26 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,843
Posted By munkeyfish

http://dirtragmag.com/surlys-new-bridge-club-bridg...

http://dirtragmag.com/surlys-new-bridge-club-bridges-gap-between-dirt-and-road-touring/

https://surlybikes.com/bikes/bridge_club

This just showed up in my email today. Maybe not what you are...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-03-18, 07:37 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,273
Posted By munkeyfish

Best bang for the buck bike lock 2018?

Howdy all, looking for the best bang for the buck bike U lock with a cable. I know there is no theft proof lock, but I need something to lock my bike up while in stores fetching groceries and what...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-02-18, 08:02 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 7,577
Posted By munkeyfish

I haven't joined one of these goal threads in a...

I haven't joined one of these goal threads in a while. Last time, it blew up in my face. Ended up with a stint and a bum foot, took 4 surgeries and almost lost my foot. Still in recovery from it, but...
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