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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-04-23, 05:00 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,062
Posted By kunoichi

Is this a good bike for an Athena?

I have a hardtail steel 90s mountain bike from Giant. I bought it used, and I'm beginning to see signs that it needs a pretty complete tune-up; more than I can give it with my knowledge and skills. ...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-20-23, 07:16 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 693
Posted By kunoichi

Let's share our successes

I've read several of the before/after type threads. But I'd love to see one where everyone lists their starting ability vs. what they can ride now. Were you only able to go around the block but now...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-20-23, 07:04 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,360
Posted By kunoichi

Thank you! I did take it for a ride yesterday and...

Thank you! I did take it for a ride yesterday and it seemed to hold up fine. I'm taking it for a tune-up and a custom wheel build as soon as I get my next paycheck.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-18-23, 01:55 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,360
Posted By kunoichi

Worksman cycles; does anyone have experience?

Hi,
Does anyone have experience with Worksman Cycles? I had ridden for about a month or so after a long hiatus, but my anxiety about riding on the streets got the best of me (I hate to admit) and I...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-12-22, 12:08 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 5,325
Posted By kunoichi

My goal is less ambitious than everyone as well....

My goal is less ambitious than everyone as well. I want to get with my riding to where by June I can replace my indoor workout with riding on the bike. Right now it's just making sure I have some of...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-06-22, 09:28 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,672
Posted By kunoichi

PSI amount question

Kind of a stupid question here; I didn't want to hijack the other person's thread, but I saw that several of you mentioned pumping up to what seems like really high PSI levels. I have a hardtail MTB...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-06-22, 09:20 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,573
Posted By kunoichi

Thank you!

Thank you!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-14-22, 11:42 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 565
Posted By kunoichi

Congratulations!

Congratulations!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-09-22, 12:33 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,605
Posted By kunoichi

I love how high those handlebars are. That's...

I love how high those handlebars are. That's something I might consider in the future, although I'm sitting pretty upright at the moment.
I only have the seat down for right now, while starting and...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-09-22, 04:24 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,605
Posted By kunoichi

Adding a pic because I might as well at this...

Adding a pic because I might as well at this point. :)

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/20220408_193313_aca200e3f09f7106ba0c49140fbfb8f3f269f79e.jpg
1995 Giant...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-08-22, 08:50 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,605
Posted By kunoichi

I didn't get anything special, which is why I...

I didn't get anything special, which is why I didn't post any pics. But I really like it. I got a 1995 Giant Iguana mountain bike (I thought at first it was a hybrid, but I got confused. I was able...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-04-22, 12:41 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,280
Posted By kunoichi

I tried every home remedy you can imagine (well,...

I tried every home remedy you can imagine (well, not quite but it sure felt like it) and finally let my doctor prescribe me Requip. No side effects, no insomnia due to restless legs. But then I would...
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
04-04-22, 11:45 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,206
Posted By kunoichi

I'm not entirely sure, and that's why I'm...

I'm not entirely sure, and that's why I'm wondering if it's posture or position in some way. I feel like I start out with my feet straight on the pedals, the balls of my feet the main contact part,...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-03-22, 09:44 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,605
Posted By kunoichi

I wish I still had my bike from then, just for...

I wish I still had my bike from then, just for nostalgia value. LOL. I have a new-to-me, used Giant hybrid that the seller said he had just taken into the shop to get a cable replaced, but I'm going...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-03-22, 09:09 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,605
Posted By kunoichi

Rode a bike for my first time in 22 years!

I just had to share! I woke up early this morning and walked the bike to a local park that is usually empty this time of day; today it was more so being Sunday, so I didn't have to be worrying about...
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
04-02-22, 08:54 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,206
Posted By kunoichi

It's my lower legs, it's just on the side rather...

It's my lower legs, it's just on the side rather than the front of back of them (It's kind of a weird location to describe because I don't know exactly what to call it). It doesn't even really...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-30-22, 10:03 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,916
Posted By kunoichi

I haven't been able to find one in my area. I...

I haven't been able to find one in my area. I can't believe there isn't one. I live in a state that is #2 or #3 (I don't remember which) in the nation for being bicycle-friendly, and I'm in one of...
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
03-28-22, 09:16 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,206
Posted By kunoichi

I can walk without cramps, yes. And the pain...

I can walk without cramps, yes. And the pain instantly ceases on stopping pedaling.
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
03-28-22, 09:06 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,206
Posted By kunoichi

I ride 30, which I realize sounds like nothing...

I ride 30, which I realize sounds like nothing but in January when I started riding it was 10- I've had some health issues and haven't been at all active. . But even then, it wasn't the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-27-22, 10:46 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,842
Posted By kunoichi

Yeah, I have to admit it's high on my list too....

Yeah, I have to admit it's high on my list too. My plan for my first few practices is to go to the park as soon as the sun rises so no one will be there except the hard-core joggers.
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
03-26-22, 06:09 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,206
Posted By kunoichi

Pain in weird location in leg while cycling

I have an indoor recumbent exercise bike, and I'm doing pretty good on it, but my feet (specifically the balls and the front arch of the foot) hurts, and the side of my legs hurt. It's not my calf or...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-26-22, 08:52 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,916
Posted By kunoichi

The LBS was really great about both advising me...

The LBS was really great about both advising me on what to do with my trike, and also on helping me with the purchase of a used one. They don't, however, give biking lessons. :( So far, the only...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-26-22, 03:56 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,842
Posted By kunoichi

LOL, I'll have to try that. My son is an adult...

LOL, I'll have to try that. My son is an adult scooter rider (he likes to do tricks) so maybe I can borrow his for a few minutes.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-23-22, 05:52 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,916
Posted By kunoichi

Quick question, Is suspension a potential...

Quick question,


Is suspension a potential weakpoint? I'm looking at two used bikes in particular. The one that looks like it has a more solid frame has suspension.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-22-22, 03:32 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,842
Posted By kunoichi

Thank you! No good beating around the bush,...

Thank you! No good beating around the bush, right? Might as well be honest about what I'm facing.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-22-22, 03:32 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,842
Posted By kunoichi

This is definitely something to consider. There...

This is definitely something to consider. There does seem to be a lot of those available on Craigslist and FB Marketplace. I had also thought about a steel frame mountain bike. I have found a few of...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-22-22, 11:05 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,842
Posted By kunoichi

I've thought about getting a two-wheeled one and...

I've thought about getting a two-wheeled one and just making sure I could touch the ground, because that is the only way I would feel somewhat stable. I need to be able to put both feet on the ground...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-22-22, 10:50 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,842
Posted By kunoichi

That's a great idea. I was going to include yoga...

That's a great idea. I was going to include yoga as part of the fitness thing because of other reasons, but I hadn't thought about the fact it could help with balance. Thanks!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-22-22, 10:49 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,842
Posted By kunoichi

Thank you so very much for this detailed post!...

Thank you so very much for this detailed post! This gives me a good plan for my first ride out!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-22-22, 10:48 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,842
Posted By kunoichi

Thank you! You're probably right in that I just...

Thank you! You're probably right in that I just have to accept that falling is a possible risk, and if I'm not willing to risk it at all I'm probably looking at the wrong activity.
I'm expecting to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-22-22, 10:38 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,842
Posted By kunoichi

That's reassuring. It's nice to hear other people...

That's reassuring. It's nice to hear other people successfully started after a long break. I'm a big helmet person- I actually know of two kids who did the exact same type of fall. One ended up with...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-21-22, 05:39 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,842
Posted By kunoichi

Both. I'm afraid of falling because last time I...

Both. I'm afraid of falling because last time I fell (while walking, trying to maneuver to put a car between me and a vicious dog) I was only walking, but the knee I injured has never been the same...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-20-22, 12:09 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,842
Posted By kunoichi

Conquering the fear of falling-advice?

I'm curious to hear from other riders who started or restarted riding later in life how they got over any fear of falling. I was so excited to get my bike (well, adult trike) but we had some issues...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-18-22, 03:43 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,916
Posted By kunoichi

I just ordered a bike pump that should be here...

I just ordered a bike pump that should be here tomorrow. I borrowed my son's, but the PSI gauge lettering is just too small for me to read. I'm so squeamish about over-inflating and blowing up the...
Forum: Introductions
03-17-22, 11:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 270
Posted By kunoichi

Hello from Oregon

Hi,
I haven't ridden anything with wheels since I was 19 or so, which was a long time ago. I'm 41, I'm a grad student, and I already have a list of health problems. I also have no car. I'm looking...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-17-22, 12:50 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,916
Posted By kunoichi

Yes, that was the issue. The front tire in...

Yes, that was the issue. The front tire in particular. The back tires seemed to take the weight a lot better. It was inflated to where it's hard pressing down from on top of it, but if you grab it by...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-17-22, 12:33 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,916
Posted By kunoichi

I saw that when I read the link, it was one of...

I saw that when I read the link, it was one of the reasons I was wondering.
It's nice to know the bike is unlikely to collapse underneath me the first time I ride it. I'm wondering why this trike...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-17-22, 09:13 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,916
Posted By kunoichi

So is it really important that I stick with a...

So is it really important that I stick with a steel frame?
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-17-22, 12:59 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,916
Posted By kunoichi

I'll probably try adding air to the tires; it...

I'll probably try adding air to the tires; it can't hurt at this point. The manufacturer said they'd pay for me to get new tubes, but I don't really see any evidence of a leak.



I really hope...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-16-22, 10:23 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,916
Posted By kunoichi

Short and heavy- is there anything out there for me?

Newbie here. I've really been wanting to get back into cycling. I'm a 5'4 woman and I weigh 320 lbs. I recently bought an adult tricycle that was rated at over 350 pounds only to have the tires go...
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