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Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
12-24-10, 07:55 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,065
Posted By spthealien

Any update? I'm wondering if I should buy this...

Any update? I'm wondering if I should buy this app.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
11-23-10, 03:37 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 947
Posted By spthealien

You may want to look into the Giant Seek series....

You may want to look into the Giant Seek series. I have the Seek 1 with panniers for my commute. I'm 250-260 and carry around 30 pounds of items with me when I commute.
...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
11-10-10, 04:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 658
Posted By spthealien

Wow. I went to CSUSM for years and never heard of...

Wow. I went to CSUSM for years and never heard of Discovery Lake. I could have at least walked my bike up to coast down at the end of the day.

As for the 29ers, they are legit. I like mine. It...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-04-10, 06:22 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 966
Posted By spthealien

For me, Crocs flex so much that I can only...

For me, Crocs flex so much that I can only comfortably ride for maybe a mile before I start kicking myself for losing so much efficiency. Good for you. I love my Crocs, though. I have about a dozen...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-28-10, 02:43 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,414
Posted By spthealien

No can do on the Defy Advanced. The seatpost is...

No can do on the Defy Advanced. The seatpost is pretty much a non-standard shape that I've only seen on the Defy Advanced.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-28-10, 02:33 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,865
Posted By spthealien

A few things: Giant uses two types of carbon...

A few things:

Giant uses two types of carbon fiber grades. The really high-end bikes use the SL grade. That’s what’s on the Tour bikes. Also, I highly recommend the 105 and above. When you want to...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-28-10, 02:02 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,142
Posted By spthealien

I really like using my Garmin Edge 500. I bought...

I really like using my Garmin Edge 500. I bought it at $275 without the heart rate kit. I like how I can use it with full fingered gloves. The Edge 800 seems to be mostly touch screen which would...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-15-10, 10:19 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,407
Posted By spthealien

Hey! I recognize that background. That's part of...

Hey! I recognize that background. That's part of the metric century I did Sunday. A nice ride from San Juan Capistrano down to San Diego. That looks like the beaches of Oceanside back there. I also...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-15-10, 10:07 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 802
Posted By spthealien

My Jawbones sit very close to my eyes--I don't...

My Jawbones sit very close to my eyes--I don't ever notice the frame in my periphery. What I like about the Jawbones are the vented lenses (if you select those). The lenses don't fog up anymore when...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-30-10, 04:37 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 954
Posted By spthealien

Wow. That's a low heart rate compared to mine. I...

Wow. That's a low heart rate compared to mine. I typically ride around 150-170 and then when the hills come along, I can go up to 195 for several minutes. I'm a big guy. I figured this was normal.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-26-10, 02:47 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 954
Posted By spthealien

Damn. That's barely above the price of the...

Damn. That's barely above the price of the frameset.

And San Diego is pretty nice, I can't complain about the weather. Gas prices and mortgage, on the other hand...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-26-10, 01:04 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 459
Posted By spthealien

As for a psychological problem, I'm sure I have...

As for a psychological problem, I'm sure I have that as well. :)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-26-10, 01:03 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 459
Posted By spthealien

The bottom bracket was absolutely smooth. I...

The bottom bracket was absolutely smooth. I didn't go out for a ride yet (but will later today) to see if things improve. It certainly did seem like there was plenty of grease in there.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-26-10, 01:01 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 954
Posted By spthealien

I tried the Roubaix out. The 2009 Roubaix was...

I tried the Roubaix out. The 2009 Roubaix was nice, but the Defy seemed far "livelier" and spritely in response to my pedaling. After trying out more bikes, I decided that many carbon bikes seem to...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-26-10, 12:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 392
Posted By spthealien

Thanks for the tip. I do normally tighten the...

Thanks for the tip. I do normally tighten the ring with tools, but I found that the resistance increased on the hub when I tightened it like that. But I wanted to show in the video that simply hand...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-26-10, 10:14 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 459
Posted By spthealien

Is this normal? ("new" wheels from eBay seem to stick)

I purchased a set of "ridden once" Shimano RS80s from someone on eBay.

I mounted them last night. Everything seemed to go well until I mounted the cassette. I noticed that the rear hub was heavily...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-26-10, 10:13 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 392
Posted By spthealien

Good call. Thanks Beanz!

Good call. Thanks Beanz!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-26-10, 08:26 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 954
Posted By spthealien

Right on! Another Defy Advanced/Garmin Edge 500...

Right on! Another Defy Advanced/Garmin Edge 500 owner. Actually, you're the only other one that I know.

Man, those 2011 colors look sweet.
...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-26-10, 08:11 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 392
Posted By spthealien

Is this normal? ("new" wheels from eBay seem to stick)

I purchased a set of "ridden once" Shimano RS80s from someone on eBay.

I mounted them last night. Everything seemed to go well until I mounted the cassette. I noticed that the rear hub was heavily...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-23-10, 02:02 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 760
Posted By spthealien

The LBS should have showed you the Giants. The...

The LBS should have showed you the Giants. The Defy series (they have an all aluminum, half Al/half carbon, and all carbon versions) are plushy and ride very nicely. Plus, I find your money seems to...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-17-10, 11:00 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 963
Posted By spthealien

Right on! If you do take that cheeseburger down,...

Right on! If you do take that cheeseburger down, ride accordingly.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-10-10, 07:21 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,327
Posted By spthealien

I love my plush Giant Defy Advanced. I am on the...

I love my plush Giant Defy Advanced. I am on the north side of 250. I've gone on a few centuries and it has treated me right. When I purchased it initially, I asked the LBS if it would handle my...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-06-10, 10:28 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 498
Posted By spthealien

You'll have to check out the handlebar size, too....

You'll have to check out the handlebar size, too. The Roubaix might have an oversized 31.8 diameter bar and the Soho might have the smaller 25.4 diameter bar.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-06-10, 10:25 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 546
Posted By spthealien

Nice. I was wondering when they would give...

Nice. I was wondering when they would give cyclists some love. Nike+ for bikes is a good idea. However, I wonder how the rest of the system is going to be.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-06-10, 10:23 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,713
Posted By spthealien

I agree with the Shimano gear cables. They look...

I agree with the Shimano gear cables. They look better now this year now that the entire top three DA, Ultegra, 105 has all taken to a slicker routing. SRAM and Campy have already done that.

As...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-05-10, 04:21 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 546
Posted By spthealien

I expect about an hour's worth of time with the...

I expect about an hour's worth of time with the screen on for the duration. It's a cool starting point though.

I thought that finally there's some external hardware integration with the iPhone. I...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-05-10, 04:18 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,713
Posted By spthealien

After around 60 miles, my shoulders tend to ache...

After around 60 miles, my shoulders tend to ache a little bit--but that likely because of the ride itself. My wrists are just fine.

The only issue is if you want to install a light or computer...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-05-10, 01:03 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 546
Posted By spthealien

For my geeky Clyde buddies with iPhones

http://www.newpotatotech.com/LiveRider/liverider.html

Seems pretty cool. If I didn't already have a Garmin 500, I might actually consider this.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-05-10, 10:16 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,713
Posted By spthealien

I am using the aluminum Control Tech Formidable...

I am using the aluminum Control Tech Formidable bars. They are pretty wide on top and are ergonomic in the drops. I have also double-taped the bars for extra cushioning, but don't have any further...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-05-10, 10:07 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 980
Posted By spthealien

That's a good deal. I would pay special attention...

That's a good deal. I would pay special attention to anything carbon fiber on that bike to look for any cracks or dings.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-05-10, 10:02 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 12,872
Posted By spthealien

My Stumpjumper 29er. It is longer than my car is...

My Stumpjumper 29er. It is longer than my car is wide.

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4007/4692821992_6bcef384cc.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/spthealien/4692821992/in/set-72157624256529920/)...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-03-10, 01:29 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 4,830
Posted By spthealien

Here's my ride from work to go get some yummy...

Here's my ride from work to go get some yummy Five Guys Burgers through post-Comic Con downtown.

http://connect.garmin.com/activity/42994199
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-29-10, 03:05 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,850
Posted By spthealien

I ride a Stumpjumper FSR 29 and after adjusting...

I ride a Stumpjumper FSR 29 and after adjusting for sag, have not been bottoming it out. Then again, I don't jump off anything big (< 8") and just use it for floating over rocks and some very small...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-27-10, 03:06 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,300
Posted By spthealien

I love my Fizik saddles. My sit bones are wider...

I love my Fizik saddles. My sit bones are wider (or what they would refer to as a "bull") and have the best time with the Aliante saddles. I have them on my road, commuter, and mountain bikes.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-26-10, 04:28 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,915
Posted By spthealien

The Aksiums I have are the 2009 design with the...

The Aksiums I have are the 2009 design with the slightly higher spoke count. I like them. They're pretty quick for me. I've got over 2,000 miles on them and I run at 120 psi on the Michelin Pro3s...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-19-10, 04:11 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 3,390
Posted By spthealien

It's sitting with all the other vehicles. Four...

It's sitting with all the other vehicles. Four hanging off the ceiling and two on a wall bike stand. My head just recently learned to duck when getting out of the cars.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-24-10, 03:32 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 761
Posted By spthealien

So what happened?

So what happened?
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-03-10, 03:17 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 652
Posted By spthealien

Carbon seems a ton stronger today than it did...

Carbon seems a ton stronger today than it did before--and even stronger at the price point you're looking at. I have heard that the more expensive carbon bikes are weaker and lighter, so watch out.
...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-14-10, 02:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 510
Posted By spthealien

I recommend the fluid trainer. They take up less...

I recommend the fluid trainer. They take up less space than the rollers (though it doesn't feel as realistic). I have one made by CylcOps (or something like that).

I'd recommend actually getting a...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-13-10, 03:59 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,381
Posted By spthealien

From what I'm reading, I'm probably one of the...

From what I'm reading, I'm probably one of the heavier ones on a full carbon bike. I'm 255 (without the lycra, even) and I ride on some pretty messed up roads with some full 24oz water bottles and a...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-12-10, 01:59 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,665
Posted By spthealien

Agree. I'm about 250 and I ride the all carbon...

Agree. I'm about 250 and I ride the all carbon Defy with 25mm tires.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-10-10, 01:31 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,607
Posted By spthealien

Heavier than the OP and have been riding on the...

Heavier than the OP and have been riding on the Aksiums for the past year. So far, so great!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-30-10, 02:46 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 15,999
Posted By spthealien

Awesome. Welcome to the group. I was...

Awesome. Welcome to the group.

I was thinking about that bike when I was looking for a commuter bike.

What you may need: a rack and panniers to store stuff, a cool (temperature) helmet, and...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-29-10, 02:19 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 869
Posted By spthealien

Oh man! It's even cheaper here:...

Oh man! It's even cheaper here: http://www.probikekit.com/display.php?code=P0003

Not to mention, there's a 5% off code: usarbr that brings it to $33.99. I have purchased from them before, and it...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-29-10, 11:37 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 869
Posted By spthealien

You could also get a campus pedal that has...

You could also get a campus pedal that has platforms on one side and the retention mechanism on the other side. I have Shimano 520s on the road bike, another Shimano SPD on the single speed, the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-29-10, 10:53 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,572
Posted By spthealien

Maybe not a Seek 0, but a Seek 1 (so that you've...

Maybe not a Seek 0, but a Seek 1 (so that you've got that triple up front). Hydraulic discs, rack mounts--even on the fork, fast, and the ability to run some cyclocross tires.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-28-10, 04:02 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 903
Posted By spthealien

My Garmin Edge 500 actually makes the ride even...

My Garmin Edge 500 actually makes the ride even more fun. I got it with the heart rate stuff and it's nice to review how I did and upload the routes to the internet.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-27-10, 12:52 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 713
Posted By spthealien

I would recommend the cheaper one...just don't...

I would recommend the cheaper one...just don't jump any curbs and check the trueness after a few weeks.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-20-10, 03:20 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,576
Posted By spthealien

They sent me one and misspelled something on it....

They sent me one and misspelled something on it. I called them up and they sent me another plate for free (and fast). So the tag with the misspelling, I ran my helmet straps through it and have it on...
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