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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-23-14, 03:19 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 639
Posted By vsanthos

Thanks so much for the feedback. I'm currently...

Thanks so much for the feedback. I'm currently saving my pennies so I can afford a new trainer, hopefully before next winter.

And on the handlebars subject, do any of you bigger guys have much...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-21-14, 02:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 639
Posted By vsanthos

Questions on handlebars and trainers

Two seperate questions here.

First, I currently have a Schwinn Continental from the early 70s that I ride, and it has drop bars. I'm not sure if it's an endurance issue, or if I just don't like...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-08-13, 11:26 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 724
Posted By vsanthos

Numb toes and fatigued arms.

Hello, all. Getting a late start on summer riding and been doing short rides (curse having friends who are starting!), only about 5 miles a day currently with a couple stops along the way. Anyhow,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-02-13, 10:17 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,141
Posted By vsanthos

Tire bulge due to old tires?

I'm riding on some 27 x 1 1/8 Chen shing tires from an old univega my father had in the garage. They're on the original 27 x 1 1/4 wheels on my continental. The tires are probably 30-35 years old...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-17-13, 10:42 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 587
Posted By vsanthos

Shifter cable stuck in shift lever.

I bought a 74 Schwinn continental a while back at the flea market. I love the bike. I decided I would replace the cables and brake pads. So, I went to my lbs, got cables, housing and a few other...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-31-13, 07:17 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,378
Posted By vsanthos

First two digits are CK

First two digits are CK
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-31-13, 06:30 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,378
Posted By vsanthos

1974 Schwinn Continental

I picked this bike up at the flea market on Memorial Day. I feel like I got a good deal on it, but you know, second guessing and all that. I paid $65 for this bike, aside from the front tire that...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-29-13, 04:10 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 798
Posted By vsanthos

You could be right. I was making a guess. I've...

You could be right. I was making a guess. I've never ridden a road bike before.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-29-13, 11:21 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 798
Posted By vsanthos

The biggest discomfort is just the dropped...

The biggest discomfort is just the dropped position in general because of my gut, but it got a lot better once I maxed out the handlebar height. Need a bit more spare time for some tuning, but this...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-28-13, 04:36 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 798
Posted By vsanthos

I'm 5'11" and have a 30" inseam.

I'm 5'11" and have a 30" inseam.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-13, 07:32 AM
Replies: 2,360
Views: 1,054,646
Posted By vsanthos

My 1986 Specialized Rockhopper 319693 And...

My 1986 Specialized Rockhopper
319693

And yesterday I picked up this 1974 Schwinn Continental at the flea market:
319694
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-28-13, 06:18 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 798
Posted By vsanthos

319664 I only have the picture I took to rub it...

319664
I only have the picture I took to rub it into a friend when I got it home. It's in pretty good shape.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-27-13, 09:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 798
Posted By vsanthos

New Bike at the flea market! Frame too big?

I picked up a 1974 Schwinn Continental today at the flea market and was pretty excited. As with any unplanned purchase, I have moderate buyer's remorse. The frame seems to be a bit too large for what...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-30-12, 09:55 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,166
Posted By vsanthos

Now that I've stopped panicking and got the bike...

Now that I've stopped panicking and got the bike together, did a bit more research, and rode it a bit. I've decided that with a new chain and possibly derailleurs (there's some damage on the rear...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-28-12, 01:11 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,166
Posted By vsanthos

The freewheel is a Suntour, yes.

The freewheel is a Suntour, yes.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-27-12, 10:26 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,166
Posted By vsanthos

If it helps identifying technology my Googling...

If it helps identifying technology my Googling earlier today indicated that the rock Hopper is a 1986, not from the 90s as the seller thought.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-27-12, 07:31 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,166
Posted By vsanthos

No, the wobble was there before I disassembled...

No, the wobble was there before I disassembled the bike, but I thought about it while test riding. I should have been more clear, or perhaps less misleading. Anyhow, it's not too bad, and I used to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-27-12, 03:37 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,166
Posted By vsanthos

So while test riding, I noticed that the chain...

So while test riding, I noticed that the chain rings wobble within within the derailleur. If I'm not careful, it can rub the front derailleur. Is this a normal thing for it to wobble a bit?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-27-12, 01:42 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,166
Posted By vsanthos

Thank you all so much for the advice. Yes, I have...

Thank you all so much for the advice. Yes, I have the Spin Doctor Essential kit and I'm glad I didn't go through with pulling the crank off.

Today I got a lot of clarity on the situation. I've...
Forum: Commuting
04-25-12, 09:51 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,859
Posted By vsanthos

As of now it's not the easiest thing financially....

As of now it's not the easiest thing financially. I could buy a new bike. But I would be limiting my fun money for a few weeks to come. I'm hoping it can be saved, a new bike can be bought when I can...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-25-12, 09:47 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,166
Posted By vsanthos

Newbie with a borked drive train looking for help

So, I've had this thread going in the Clydesdales group for about a week now. I have a Specialized Rockhopper from the 90s (as specific as the guy I bought it from could be), and I'm happy with the...
Forum: Commuting
04-25-12, 09:16 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,859
Posted By vsanthos

I have my 199? Rockhopper in pieces right now,...

I have my 199? Rockhopper in pieces right now, broken cogs, ruined chain, derailleurs that are not staying in place when shifted. I test rode some bikes today, I really was dead set on dropping $600...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-25-12, 05:48 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 980
Posted By vsanthos

I'm honestly not sure if it was brokebefore or...

I'm honestly not sure if it was brokebefore or not. I can tell you that it always shifted very hard and clubkily. I always assumed that was from my size. Today I gave a few schwinns a test ride and...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-25-12, 11:35 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 980
Posted By vsanthos

Okay, I apologize for the lack of pictures. I...

Okay, I apologize for the lack of pictures. I don't have my bike at home because it didn't break down when I was at home. But, here are the pictures I took this morning!

The lock ring on the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-24-12, 09:32 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 980
Posted By vsanthos

I finally had the day off today to strip the bike...

I finally had the day off today to strip the bike down and start looking at things. There are a couple bent/chipped teeth on the crank cogs. Nothing that looked bad enough to completely ruin the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-22-12, 05:24 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 980
Posted By vsanthos

Thanks for all the great feedback. It has...

Thanks for all the great feedback. It has constantly slipped gears on me since I bought it but I wrote it off to frame flex. I would love a new bike, but I'm pretty broke. So I'm going to try to make...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-22-12, 12:52 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 980
Posted By vsanthos

I had no idea such things existed. I'm going to...

I had no idea such things existed. I'm going to do a bit of research to see if my bike could be converted and what it would cost. I've done some searching and the response to IGH systems seems Luke...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-21-12, 12:42 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 980
Posted By vsanthos

Thanks for the quick feedback. I've just been...

Thanks for the quick feedback. I've just been thinking a lot lately that I'd be happier if I had an indexed shifting system. But, I have no basis of comparison so it's just my own interpretation....
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-20-12, 10:47 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 980
Posted By vsanthos

Drivetrain Disdain

I have an old bike I bought off craigslist last summer. I love the bike, but it is now constantly misshifting, or sometimes the chain just pops off on me when I shift. When I bought it I took it to a...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-21-11, 04:32 PM
Replies: 3,982
Views: 652,920
Posted By vsanthos

Not sure if my bike is exactly a hybrid buy I...

Not sure if my bike is exactly a hybrid buy I consider and ride it as so. I have a Specialized Rockhopper from the 90s with street tires on it.

Today I rode on the Ohio Towpath with my father and...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-21-11, 04:21 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,673
Posted By vsanthos

I couldn't agree more! Today I rode with my...

I couldn't agree more!

Today I rode with my dad and my nephew from our house to downtown Akron for the National Hamburger Festival (which was a bust to me because I was too broke). The ride was...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-20-11, 12:40 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,673
Posted By vsanthos

And this is why I like these forums. I learn new...

And this is why I like these forums. I learn new things constantly!

Loving the new bike, especially now that it stops!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-19-11, 08:14 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,673
Posted By vsanthos

Got my bike back from my the shop today. Tuned...

Got my bike back from my the shop today. Tuned up, new brake shoes, new cables. Cost me $85. So I'm into the bike $185 total and it really seems worth it. The shifters are old non-indexed Suntours...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-17-11, 03:06 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,673
Posted By vsanthos

I dropped my bike off yesterday at my LBS for a...

I dropped my bike off yesterday at my LBS for a tune up. I spent all day at work (we're closing down for good, so since we rarely have customers coming in I have a lot of free time now) trying to get...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-14-11, 04:48 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,673
Posted By vsanthos

I would like to learn to maintain my bike by...

I would like to learn to maintain my bike by myself eventually. Would you advise just getting it serviced first to make sure everything is working properly so that it is less overwhelming since I am...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-13-11, 09:04 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,673
Posted By vsanthos

Thanks for the input. I tend to over-think things...

Thanks for the input. I tend to over-think things and assume it won't work unless I try too hard. The internet is probably the worst invention for my type of mentality.

I ended up getting a call...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-13-11, 12:24 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,673
Posted By vsanthos

Need a bike with an absolutely tiny budget

I got into riding about a month or two ago. I wasn't going too far, probably putting in 2-3 miles a day at first but it was slowly growing. Then last Thursday night my chain broke and bent a few...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-10-11, 01:22 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 628
Posted By vsanthos

You've persuaded me! I will avoid this evil bike...

You've persuaded me! I will avoid this evil bike like the plague. After some questions last night I decided to pull the trigger and e-mailed the owner again to set up a time to see the bike. He...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-09-11, 05:59 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 628
Posted By vsanthos

With your size and weight, would you trust a used bike for dependability?

I'm in the market for a new bike and found a mid-90s Specialized Rockhopper on craigslist for $100. It looks really clean and has very minimal rust and it's only around the screws. Now, my question...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-09-11, 04:28 PM
Replies: 3,556
Views: 2,502,386
Posted By vsanthos

I'm 6'0" about 335lbs (yeah, I'm a pretty big...

I'm 6'0" about 335lbs (yeah, I'm a pretty big boy) and I was riding a Specialized Hard Rock (unsure on the year or specific components since it was a gift from a friend some years back). The chain...
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-09-11, 04:12 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 271
Posted By vsanthos

Need help identifying this fork if possible

This fork was given to me some years ago by a friend and I have no idea what it is. I can't get a hold of this friend anymore since he moved out of state. The only markings I can find on it are the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-25-11, 07:53 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 626
Posted By vsanthos

Thanks to everyone for the input. I paid a bit...

Thanks to everyone for the input. I paid a bit more attention to my bike today when I rode and lowered the seat a little from where it was. I think it will get me by for now. I think ideally I'd...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-25-11, 11:08 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 626
Posted By vsanthos

Do I need to buy a new frame/bike?

First off, if this is in the wrong section, I apologize. I wasn't sure where to put it.

I have a Specialized HardRock that I bought off a friend a few years back for pocket change (literally, he...
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