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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-10-23, 06:43 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 725
Posted By HIPCHIP

I believe so. Pretty much anything you can get...

I believe so. Pretty much anything you can get for bicycling crosses over to motorcycling. Same problems, pressure on the palms, vibration, cold, abrasions. The local motorcycle shop should at...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-09-23, 04:05 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 725
Posted By HIPCHIP

Check at your local motorcycle shop. I use...

Check at your local motorcycle shop. I use several different motorcycle gloves depending on the need. They have thin to thick and even ones for extremely frigid days. Many manufacturers and lots...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-07-23, 11:00 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 995
Posted By HIPCHIP

Do you have a local bike shop you can check with?...

Do you have a local bike shop you can check with? They should know what their bikes will handle and recommend changes to account for your weight. I’d think an all metal frame, steel or aluminum,...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
11-08-23, 12:20 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,816
Posted By HIPCHIP

If you’ve plateaued that means your metabolism is...

If you’ve plateaued that means your metabolism is now where it is supposed to be for the weight you are and your activity level. To change your metabolism you will need to adjust something. ...
Forum: Pills and Ills
08-07-23, 09:51 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 672
Posted By HIPCHIP

Gout is one of the most painful things I’ve ever...

Gout is one of the most painful things I’ve ever experienced. Staying well hydrated can definitely help to keep from getting gout and getting rid of it. Ibuprofen can help, but if it gets bad I...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-18-23, 10:13 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,472
Posted By HIPCHIP

Always water down your Gatorade 50%. You need...

Always water down your Gatorade 50%. You need water more and you’ll still get the electrolytes.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-23-23, 03:12 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 4,646
Posted By HIPCHIP

I used to average 14-17 MPH for my longer rides...

I used to average 14-17 MPH for my longer rides and could get up to 20-22MPH for short sprints.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-10-23, 05:22 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,690
Posted By HIPCHIP

The rubber pads sound like they are old and...

The rubber pads sound like they are old and hardened, which will cause the sound. Rubber pads should probably be changed yearly when you get a tune-up. I just use whatever the shop recommends.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-04-23, 06:53 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,477
Posted By HIPCHIP

I add air before every ride, even if it’s only...

I add air before every ride, even if it’s only been a day off. When able used to ride every other day and found tires to lose about 3 pounds pressure.
Forum: Pills and Ills
05-18-23, 08:50 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,398
Posted By HIPCHIP

I used to be 5’8”, now they tell me I’m 5’6”, so...

I used to be 5’8”, now they tell me I’m 5’6”, so my back is so shot I’ve lost about 2” by 67.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-01-23, 01:16 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,747
Posted By HIPCHIP

Thirst is not a good indication of hydration as...

Thirst is not a good indication of hydration as you may be dehydrated long before you get thirsty. Sport drinks are good, but often too concentrated. I use a 50/50 solution of water and Gatorade...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-04-23, 01:06 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,676
Posted By HIPCHIP

Slowest rider can always get the draft off other...

Slowest rider can always get the draft off other riders, as long as they will slow enough. Then when you get up front you can lead so others can draft off you. You will obtain stamina fairly quickly...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-02-23, 01:19 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,501
Posted By HIPCHIP

If you can handle the pounding, running is one of...

If you can handle the pounding, running is one of the best, and an all-around way to get in shape and lose weight. If running becomes too hard then just walk. 4, 6, 8 miles is the same distance...
Forum: Pills and Ills
02-03-23, 10:02 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,111
Posted By HIPCHIP

Don’t forget to see an allergist. Even if you...

Don’t forget to see an allergist. Even if you haven’t had allergies in the past you could have them now.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-27-22, 01:31 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,907
Posted By HIPCHIP

I’d pull the front wheel, lay the bike on its...

I’d pull the front wheel, lay the bike on its side, and push and pull and twist on the fork legs individually and see if there was anything that stood out. If everything feels solid then try riding...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-14-22, 09:41 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,477
Posted By HIPCHIP

I check and put in a few pounds before every...

I check and put in a few pounds before every ride. The higher the pressure the quicker it will lose a little.
Forum: Pills and Ills
08-07-22, 08:43 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,154
Posted By HIPCHIP

The sad thing is that the bursa, being basically...

The sad thing is that the bursa, being basically a water balloon, has no place to drain, so even if drained by a doctor it will basically fill up again. About the only thing you can do is protect it...
Forum: Pills and Ills
08-07-22, 06:31 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,154
Posted By HIPCHIP

I am a former Certified Athletic Trainer, so was...

I am a former Certified Athletic Trainer, so was trained on how to deal with all the screwy injuries athletes get. The nice thing about that is the athlete can get a custom pad and wrap done daily. ...
Forum: Pills and Ills
08-06-22, 12:21 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,154
Posted By HIPCHIP

You need to get a nice thick piece of slightly...

You need to get a nice thick piece of slightly soft foam rubber, cut a circle out of the middle, and make a donut pad to cover it. It needs to be thick enough to be higher that the skin so that it...
Forum: Pills and Ills
08-02-22, 09:36 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,369
Posted By HIPCHIP

I had a heart attack in 2014 and subsequently had...

I had a heart attack in 2014 and subsequently had A-Fib, and I couldn't feel a thing. I'd highly recommend contacting your cardiologist and requesting a stress test to see what, if anything, is...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-09-22, 12:10 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,126
Posted By HIPCHIP

If you are using toe clips they may be squeezing...

If you are using toe clips they may be squeezing your feet enough to slow/stop circulation. If using toe clips you may need to remove them and just use platform pedals alone.

I had problems with...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-07-22, 11:54 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,212
Posted By HIPCHIP

Gatorade, or similar, mixed with water, 50/50. ...

Gatorade, or similar, mixed with water, 50/50. Get the largest insulated bottles you can find. I fill mine up with ice cubes then Gatorade and top off with water. If it’s a really warm day I get a...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-23-22, 08:52 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,424
Posted By HIPCHIP

Cannondale normally makes good stuff, and 105...

Cannondale normally makes good stuff, and 105 components are really good. If the bike is clean it’s probably a good price. You could always inquire about taking it to the local shop and having it...
Forum: Pills and Ills
05-09-22, 08:19 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,241
Posted By HIPCHIP

While I have used an electric trimmer that worked...

While I have used an electric trimmer that worked well until it died, I now use round nose scissors and just carefully trim the hair. Works pretty well. Took awhile to be able to find a pair, but...
Forum: Pills and Ills
04-13-22, 09:42 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,651
Posted By HIPCHIP

Stretch your wrist and get a tennis elbow strap,...

Stretch your wrist and get a tennis elbow strap, or you can tape it. You need to do some strengthening on it too. Ice it for 20 minutes on, then at least 40 minutes off. When I get it I usually...
Forum: Pills and Ills
03-02-22, 11:56 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 693
Posted By HIPCHIP

I had a Morton’s Neuroma removed several years...

I had a Morton’s Neuroma removed several years ago. I believe they went in between the toes to access it. Not really painful and healed quickly. Haven’t had any problems since. My podiatrist...
Forum: Pills and Ills
11-19-21, 12:22 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,464
Posted By HIPCHIP

If you don’t have it repaired then you would need...

If you don’t have it repaired then you would need to do physical therapy to strengthen the muscle and ligaments in the area and get a knee brace to help to keep from re-injuring your knee. If you do...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
11-06-21, 01:38 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,241
Posted By HIPCHIP

The most important thing to do, no matter what...

The most important thing to do, no matter what Bike you get, is to get a professional bike fit. It may seem expensive, but the results will be amazing. I have a mountain bike I rode for years, then...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-17-21, 11:31 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,972
Posted By HIPCHIP

I had problems with my hands going numb. We put...

I had problems with my hands going numb. We put padded tape wrap and foam under the wrap on my bars, making them nice and thick and soft. Haven't had a problem since. Of course the proper bike and...
Forum: Northern California
04-28-20, 11:21 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,538
Posted By HIPCHIP

It's been a long time since I went to HSU, but...

It's been a long time since I went to HSU, but there were tons of trails, both good maintained ones, and some not so well maintained, behind campus. I took a MTB class while attending HSU and we...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-05-20, 01:11 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,311
Posted By HIPCHIP

I would try and contact the manufacturer and...

I would try and contact the manufacturer and explain to them your circumstances and see what they may recommend. They may have a different model rated for higher weight and may even have a trade-in...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-26-19, 11:00 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 9,759
Posted By HIPCHIP

Make sure you are doing good pre and post...

Make sure you are doing good pre and post exercise stretches. There are several different ways to do a quad stretch, so research it. Don't pull your lower leg tight into your butt as you'll do...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
11-26-19, 10:51 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,714
Posted By HIPCHIP

Just as a reference, the heaviest I reached was...

Just as a reference, the heaviest I reached was 241. My bike has carbon seat stays and I had no problems at all. Don't know about forks, but I would imagine they would be able to hold as long as...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
11-12-19, 12:26 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,231
Posted By HIPCHIP

Fought with weight for years. Gastroenterologist...

Fought with weight for years. Gastroenterologist finally put me on the Atkins diet and it did wonders for dropping weight. Riding is now a lot easier.
Don't know if your insurance will cover it,...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-28-19, 11:34 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,824
Posted By HIPCHIP

You want to breathe as naturally as possible. If...

You want to breathe as naturally as possible. If you try and control your breathing too much then you may hyperventilate or not have enough air. As other have said, just relax and try to breath...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-25-19, 11:37 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,317
Posted By HIPCHIP

The BEST thing you can do is to go and see a...

The BEST thing you can do is to go and see a podiatrist. I'm lucky as my bike club has a podiatrist that also is the team podiatrist for the local university bike team. My feet were killing me...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-31-19, 07:23 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,648
Posted By HIPCHIP

If I saw correctly, only difference between the...

If I saw correctly, only difference between the Imperial and the Standard is that the Imperial comes with the cutout and different colors. I'd say if you are used to a cutout then that might be the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-27-19, 12:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,648
Posted By HIPCHIP

I haven't ridden with one, but when my saddle...

I haven't ridden with one, but when my saddle breaks I am going to get a Brooks B17 as several in my riding group have them and swear by them. Don'[t know if they are Standard or Imperial, but I...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-10-19, 07:54 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,500
Posted By HIPCHIP

You must have had a discectomy when you had your...

You must have had a discectomy when you had your fusion. They remove the cartilage disc between the spine bones and insert a piece of bone, usually from a cadaver, and then screw everything together...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-07-19, 02:18 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,500
Posted By HIPCHIP

Don't forget the value of using a stationary...

Don't forget the value of using a stationary trainer with your bike to see where you are at. Better to be at home and be tired than several miles out and unable to ride home. Just tell your...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-28-19, 12:36 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,902
Posted By HIPCHIP

Biggest problem with the meniscus is that there...

Biggest problem with the meniscus is that there is no direct blood supply to it, only the synovial fluid surrounding it in the knee capsule. Meniscus doesn't really heal itself too well anyway, so...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-24-19, 01:05 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 13,164
Posted By HIPCHIP

My doc put me on the Atkins diet. Buy the book...

My doc put me on the Atkins diet. Buy the book and get it going, you'll lose quickly.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-19-18, 12:31 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,293
Posted By HIPCHIP

Not as big as you, but unless you are going...

Not as big as you, but unless you are going downhill at major speeds I would imagine either brakes would be fine. While a little bit of weight here and there shouldn't matter, I'd say a disc is...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-03-18, 10:14 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,227
Posted By HIPCHIP

I always use cream. Rubs me raw if I don't. I use...

I always use cream. Rubs me raw if I don't. I use Queen Helene Cocoa Butter as you can get a whole tub for a few bucks. You can get at Walmart or I get it on-line. Compared to the top of the line...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-14-18, 08:44 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,532
Posted By HIPCHIP

Just as an idea to look into, see if there is a...

Just as an idea to look into, see if there is a riding club/group near you and ride with them. I am 62 and in the group I ride with I am one of the babies. Most of the group are in their 70's and...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-14-18, 08:34 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 8,832
Posted By HIPCHIP

I too was in shock at the price of cycling...

I too was in shock at the price of cycling clothing, but found that good quality equipment is expensive for a reason, IT WORKS! It might be better to save your money until you can afford some...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-31-17, 03:15 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,146
Posted By HIPCHIP

I've had gout on and off for several years. All...

I've had gout on and off for several years. All of the anti-gout medicines give me gout. When I get it I try to drink plenty of water and stay away from anything acidic. It seems to help flush the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-18-16, 06:30 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,512
Posted By HIPCHIP

If the saddle height isn't exactly the same as...

If the saddle height isn't exactly the same as your old saddle, and/or it's a different length, you may need to have your fit checked. You may be sitting higher/lower, more forward/backward, than on...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-18-16, 06:27 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 569
Posted By HIPCHIP

I knew a doctor who raced desert motorcycles. He...

I knew a doctor who raced desert motorcycles. He sat and waited until everyone left the start, then he went. Said he wanted to ride and have the comfort of knowing someone was out there looking for...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-08-16, 06:57 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,536
Posted By HIPCHIP

If you haven't yet, go see a podiatrist (or...

If you haven't yet, go see a podiatrist (or possibly an orthopedist) and get some orthotic inserts for your cycling shoes designed to put your feet in the proper position. If the cost is too high,...
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