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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-08-10, 10:23 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 511
Posted By Kid-Cycle

That is a good clip over 62 miles!

That is a good clip over 62 miles!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-08-10, 09:17 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 542
Posted By Kid-Cycle

Great shots! I love how green and lush it is. ...

Great shots! I love how green and lush it is. Is Korea home or are you on a work assignment or just decided to live in Korea?
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-06-10, 10:43 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,203
Posted By Kid-Cycle

I ride on the American River trail quite a bit...

I ride on the American River trail quite a bit and quit saying "on your left" as this seems to cause confusion. Nowadays I simply say "coming by you" or "coming through" and then say hi or thanks as...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-06-10, 10:22 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,390
Posted By Kid-Cycle

I currently have Boeshield and Pro-Link. Both...

I currently have Boeshield and Pro-Link. Both seem fine and I don't believe I can really tell the difference. I remove and clean my chain with Simple Green/hot water every few months and then apply...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-01-10, 11:47 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 438
Posted By Kid-Cycle

Sounds like you did pretty well on the longer...

Sounds like you did pretty well on the longer ride! Sometimes it takes riding with other to push us a little. But I do agree, taking it easy the night before a hard ride is probably a good thing to...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-01-10, 11:42 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,502
Posted By Kid-Cycle

Headwinds and hills are similar but what sucks...

Headwinds and hills are similar but what sucks about headwinds is you don't get the satisfaction of cresting a hill. The winds picked up on my ride today and luckily I road into the wind on my way...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-01-10, 11:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 624
Posted By Kid-Cycle

It's great that your wife rides with you... my...

It's great that your wife rides with you... my wife just doesn't care for cycling and I have tried to get her into riding for several years. As for you comment about the lack of photos, don't feel...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-27-10, 11:00 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 590
Posted By Kid-Cycle

I view and enjoy your videos and posts but don't...

I view and enjoy your videos and posts but don't comment often.... keep them coming! I think you have a larger following than you realize!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-24-10, 11:17 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,279
Posted By Kid-Cycle

I had PF a couple of years ago and now have it...

I had PF a couple of years ago and now have it under control. Mine seemed to start when I decided I was going to toughen up my feet and go barefoot for the summer.... bad move for a later 40 year...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-01-10, 11:01 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 695
Posted By Kid-Cycle

Way to go!

Way to go!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-07-10, 10:50 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 703
Posted By Kid-Cycle

Pfish, Glad to have you. I am no doctor but...

Pfish,

Glad to have you. I am no doctor but I will share my experience with lower back pain and cycling. I used to suffer from back problems a couple of times a year... it seemed all I had to do...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-16-10, 10:51 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,083
Posted By Kid-Cycle

I hope South Maui Bikes treated you well! Is...

I hope South Maui Bikes treated you well! Is this sort of a small world connection or am I reaching a bit?
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-16-10, 01:32 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,083
Posted By Kid-Cycle

Curious about your bike... I noticed it was a...

Curious about your bike... I noticed it was a Trek and was wondering if you rented a bike or take your own? If you rented a bike, did you happen to rent it from South Maui Bicycles in Kihei? A...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-10-10, 12:51 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 724
Posted By Kid-Cycle

Glad to know somebody has decent weather to ride...

Glad to know somebody has decent weather to ride in... even if it is a little windy! Thanks for sharing the pix
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-03-09, 10:39 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 996
Posted By Kid-Cycle

It sort of happened to me, although the forgotten...

It sort of happened to me, although the forgotten gear was much smaller but still important. About a month ago we (wife, kids, and I) spent the weekend at some friends house north of San Francisco...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-12-09, 11:23 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 829
Posted By Kid-Cycle

If anyone is interested here is a URL to the...

If anyone is interested here is a URL to the spreadsheet I mentioned above... http://www.pankin.com/miles.htm
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-12-09, 11:18 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 829
Posted By Kid-Cycle

I use an excel spreadsheet... I use a tab for...

I use an excel spreadsheet... I use a tab for each year and have the last six years on a daily basis. The spreadsheet provides weekly, monthly and annual totals and compares last years months to...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-07-09, 08:40 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 491
Posted By Kid-Cycle

HP - Bucking hay is indeed a good workout. ...

HP - Bucking hay is indeed a good workout. Sounds like you remembered all the little tricks to keep back from becoming too stoved up. I think I would have a tough time bucking a few tons of hay as...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-07-09, 08:30 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,224
Posted By Kid-Cycle

I got 20 miles in today... my plan was to do 30+...

I got 20 miles in today... my plan was to do 30+ but had things to do around the house and then go to a nephew's B-day party.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-25-09, 11:07 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 823
Posted By Kid-Cycle

I broke my collar bone in a bike crash a couple...

I broke my collar bone in a bike crash a couple of years ago and cannot imagine how these guys can continue to race! I think I have a pretty good tolerance for pain and this just blows my mind.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-13-09, 12:00 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 871
Posted By Kid-Cycle

Numb hands is a common problem... most likely a...

Numb hands is a common problem... most likely a bike fit issue which you should be able to mitigate by making saddle and/or bar adjustments. Also on longer rides you should make sure you mix up your...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-12-09, 11:45 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 741
Posted By Kid-Cycle

Sounds like you are right where you want to be......

Sounds like you are right where you want to be... physically and mentally. Congratulations!!!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-02-09, 10:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 409
Posted By Kid-Cycle

Nice looking bike and looks like you got a good...

Nice looking bike and looks like you got a good deal. Also, you don't appear to be 300+ unless you are much taller than it appears in the picture (I'm 6' 1" and 260 and you don't look much bigger...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-02-09, 10:41 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 601
Posted By Kid-Cycle

Don't feel bad... I don't know that many people...

Don't feel bad... I don't know that many people would ride a century in the pouring rain. Once your feet are soaked it is miserable. You will get it next time!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-02-09, 10:34 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 582
Posted By Kid-Cycle

Glad to see you went with a front brake! How is...

Glad to see you went with a front brake! How is the 'trying to coast' going? Every once in a while I forget I'm on a fixie and try to coast and quickly realize you can't! Looks like you have...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-02-09, 10:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 512
Posted By Kid-Cycle

Seems like a good buy to me.

Seems like a good buy to me.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-02-09, 10:20 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,320
Posted By Kid-Cycle

Nice ride and great post! The important thing is...

Nice ride and great post! The important thing is that you are riding!!! Sounds like you are not afraid to make adjustments which is good. Make small changes while riding and see how you like it. ...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-01-09, 11:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 690
Posted By Kid-Cycle

I've had good luck with buying NOS from Harris...

I've had good luck with buying NOS from Harris Cyclery. Other than that...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-25-09, 10:49 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 350
Posted By Kid-Cycle

That looks like a hoot!!! Thanks for sharing.

That looks like a hoot!!! Thanks for sharing.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-04-09, 09:47 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,137
Posted By Kid-Cycle

+1 on what cohophysh posted. Changing the...

+1 on what cohophysh posted. Changing the gearing on a bike that fits you and you are comfortable on is a good and affordable option. If you decide to get a different bike down the road, you will...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-04-09, 12:30 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,079
Posted By Kid-Cycle

Looks like a great ride and I appreciate the pix!...

Looks like a great ride and I appreciate the pix! I've been thinking that I need to start memorializing my rides with digi-pix and post them as well. Thanks for sharing and inspiring me!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-21-09, 09:28 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,651
Posted By Kid-Cycle

It is definitely personnel preference and you...

It is definitely personnel preference and you need to figure out what you like. My favorite pair was a set of Spenco but I don't believe they make em anymore. I tried some Specialized that seemed...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-15-09, 11:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 490
Posted By Kid-Cycle

Great pics and story. Thanks for sharing and it...

Great pics and story. Thanks for sharing and it looks like a great place to ride. It is also good to have a route that is relatively flat for kids. I am also on board with your note about dating...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-19-09, 01:06 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,663
Posted By Kid-Cycle

Great bike indeed and Trek does stand behind...

Great bike indeed and Trek does stand behind their product. I am just saying be prepared to have Trek replace spokes and possibly rims after about a 1,000 miles or so.

Don't get me wrong, I am...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-19-09, 12:52 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,419
Posted By Kid-Cycle

I use a Camelbak during the hot summer months and...

I use a Camelbak during the hot summer months and have had no problems with it. There is no waist belt (as far as I know) but there is a chest strap that keep the shoulder straps from slidding off. ...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-19-09, 12:47 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 352
Posted By Kid-Cycle

NorCal weather is Crazy Warm!!!

I know many of you are in the midst of some really cold weather but the weather in NorCal has been crazy warm! The last couple of days I have been riding in bike shorts and short sleeve jursey! The...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-08-09, 11:32 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,481
Posted By Kid-Cycle

I've been riding SPD's for many years and never...

I've been riding SPD's for many years and never had any problems unclipping when I stop (feels natural to unclip) but I did have a problem once going up a steep hill and ran out of gas... before I...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-08-09, 11:19 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,663
Posted By Kid-Cycle

If the fit is good for you and you are...

If the fit is good for you and you are comfortable then I say its a fine choice. I would assume you are looking at a 60 or 62 cm. You should plan on spending some money to change the wheels out to...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-28-08, 12:09 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 992
Posted By Kid-Cycle

My fastest is 44 mph going down a long smooth...

My fastest is 44 mph going down a long smooth decent in Los Osos CA area. I had no problems with bike and could have easily gone faster; the operator started thinking about what would happen if tire...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-10-08, 10:12 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 905
Posted By Kid-Cycle

I bought a 73 Raleigh Grand Sports frame off...

I bought a 73 Raleigh Grand Sports frame off Craigs List a few years ago and built a flip flop and run the fixed with 39 x 15 with 170 cranks (~70 gear inches). I ride my road bike more often but...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-14-08, 10:07 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 859
Posted By Kid-Cycle

Fog seems a little strange for August... we...

Fog seems a little strange for August... we usually get fog in December & January with temps around 45d F. Your riding weather looks good and so does the road. Great job on 100 miles.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-13-08, 09:26 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 692
Posted By Kid-Cycle

Sounds goodl... nice ride and you were able to...

Sounds goodl... nice ride and you were able to learn a few things.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-09-08, 01:41 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,152
Posted By Kid-Cycle

I'll send the photos to Trek just to inform them...

I'll send the photos to Trek just to inform them of what happened. Since I've already replaced the post I'm not looking for anything. The response on this subject suprised me... I didn't really...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-08-08, 10:53 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,152
Posted By Kid-Cycle

Here are some pix of the seat post (hopefully)

Here are some pix of the seat post (hopefully)
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-07-08, 10:16 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,152
Posted By Kid-Cycle

I weigh ~250. No curb hopping or anything like...

I weigh ~250. No curb hopping or anything like that and when I do go over RR tracks or potholes I am out of the saddle. I will take a pic and attempt to post it from work tomorrow. Anyway, it is a...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-06-08, 05:42 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,152
Posted By Kid-Cycle

I am talking about an aluminum seat post.... not...

I am talking about an aluminum seat post.... not a CF. My frame is CF but not the seat post.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-05-08, 10:07 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,152
Posted By Kid-Cycle

Broke my seat post on Saturday...

... I was just about to crest the hill at my half way point of my 20 mi ride, sitting back on my saddle and powering up the last portion of the hill and all of a sudden my saddle rotated backward. I...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-23-08, 11:38 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,614
Posted By Kid-Cycle

Rd - in the first pic it looks like there are two...

Rd - in the first pic it looks like there are two rear derailers on you drive train... I'm I seeing things or are there really two rear derailers on your ride?
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-23-08, 11:36 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,614
Posted By Kid-Cycle

Great pictures and post. Sounds like a awsome...

Great pictures and post. Sounds like a awsome outing. Riding with the family always makes for a good day. I saw lots of smiles in the picture so you must have been doing something right!!! Keep...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-14-08, 11:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 583
Posted By Kid-Cycle

To start off I am not a doctor... I went through...

To start off I am not a doctor... I went through something similar to what you are describing a little over a year ago. I was having sever pain on my heels and was diagnosed with Plantar Fasciitis. ...
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