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Forum: Northern California
05-11-17, 10:22 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,030
Posted By fmt_biker

I wish I had read this thread before I rode from...

I wish I had read this thread before I rode from Fremont to San Ramon today for bike to work day. I like to take Palomares, and it's quite closed. I had to take Niles the whole way and frankly I...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-08-16, 10:58 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 942
Posted By fmt_biker

You may not be a clyde anymore, but I find this...

You may not be a clyde anymore, but I find this is the most friendly and useful forum on BF. I'm (barely) under clyde status and stick around :)
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-22-16, 07:03 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 756
Posted By fmt_biker

Interesting new (to me) bike

I like to switch it up from time to time, but tend to go for used bikes. Well my favorite store took in a bike in my size that really got my interest ... a used 2013 Salsa Fargo Titanium. The...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
11-17-15, 01:23 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 24,293
Posted By fmt_biker

Sorry to join the party late, but that's a nice...

Sorry to join the party late, but that's a nice bike! I bought a used roadie six months ago, and absolutely love it. It came with 2x10 ultegra, but I scoured the internet and was able to assemble a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-29-15, 04:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,498
Posted By fmt_biker

Paul's Thumbies it is! I think I'm going to go...

Paul's Thumbies it is! I think I'm going to go with a mountain trigger shifter on the right and the Paul's adapter/barcon on the left. Thanks for the link!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-28-15, 05:27 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,498
Posted By fmt_biker

Converting a LHT to flat bar ... front shifter question

I have a 2009 stock build Surly LHT with 3x9. The crankset is an Andel, using a Tiagra FD. The rear is a mountain cassette (11x34) using a Deore XT rear mech. The brakes are crappy Tektro Oryx...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-26-15, 04:25 PM
Replies: 15,458
Views: 4,083,896
Posted By fmt_biker

I tried to save one, but was unable it broke my...

I tried to save one, but was unable it broke my heart! Yesterday was trash day, and metal scrappers roam the area looking for metal scrap. I was heading to the grocery store and was following a...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-13-15, 04:46 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,525
Posted By fmt_biker

An old large framed Trek 930 or any 9-series...

An old large framed Trek 930 or any 9-series mountain bike from the early 90's would fit this mission pretty well, if you can find one. I have a 970 that I purchased new, and that thing is just...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-03-15, 02:30 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 768
Posted By fmt_biker

I already did change the saddle. It was a WTB...

I already did change the saddle. It was a WTB "Pure V" which I changed out for a Terry. But to be 100% honest I think the bigger issue was not changing into proper bike gear for short < 1 hour...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-03-15, 02:07 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 768
Posted By fmt_biker

Take saddle sores seriously

I won't put too much gross detail in there, but long story short ... a saddle sore kept me off the bike for a solid three weeks. Two doctor visits, several hundred $ (even after insurance) and a...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-02-15, 03:29 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 7,018
Posted By fmt_biker

Yeah, I like it. I have a LHT which I use for...

Yeah, I like it. I have a LHT which I use for everything you say above, and frankly it's kind of overkill, since I don't do loaded touring. I keeping thinking of replacing it with a Vaya, or AWOL,...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-02-15, 03:04 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 7,018
Posted By fmt_biker

Kind of interesting, but is a 50/34 11-32 really...

Kind of interesting, but is a 50/34 11-32 really low enough for loaded touring?
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-04-15, 02:26 PM
Replies: 858
Views: 98,170
Posted By fmt_biker

He's now saying his 'plan' is to leave Thrs.

He's now saying his 'plan' is to leave Thrs.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-03-15, 02:58 PM
Replies: 858
Views: 98,170
Posted By fmt_biker

I just (finally) read the original articles, and...

I just (finally) read the original articles, and noticed that it said he had been a smoker. I also notice in one of the FB pictures (the one where he is on the scale) he has a cigarette lighter in...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-01-15, 02:49 PM
Replies: 858
Views: 98,170
Posted By fmt_biker

I swear ... The people who are inspired by him...

I swear ... The people who are inspired by him are so silly! It's driving me up the wall. Meh off the internet with me. I'm going to go ride half his two month total this afternoon. Anybody want to...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-31-15, 12:43 PM
Replies: 858
Views: 98,170
Posted By fmt_biker

I think he stayed on the bus for another day ......

I think he stayed on the bus for another day ... no riding related updates yesterday
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-30-15, 03:40 PM
Replies: 858
Views: 98,170
Posted By fmt_biker

I've been following it for two weeks now, and I...

I've been following it for two weeks now, and I feel that he's not a fraud, but just in waaay over his head. To me it boils down to this:

(1) His wife leaves him, he has a crisis decided to ride...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-29-15, 04:17 PM
Replies: 858
Views: 98,170
Posted By fmt_biker

This is exactly how I feel! You see the scads of...

This is exactly how I feel! You see the scads of people on FB saying they are "inspired" they are about his story, but frankly nothing has happened yet! If/when he does it then, yes, that's quite...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-29-15, 02:07 PM
Replies: 858
Views: 98,170
Posted By fmt_biker

Today's (just now) update on FB was that he will...

Today's (just now) update on FB was that he will be at Newport Bicycle soon.

On the 22nd he posted a pic "at Newport bicycle" So in one week he's back where he started. Color me confused......
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-28-15, 02:43 PM
Replies: 858
Views: 98,170
Posted By fmt_biker

He just posted a pic to FB from Purgatory Rhode...

He just posted a pic to FB from Purgatory Rhode Island. By Google maps that's 1.9 miles from Newport :) It's gonna be awhile before I ride with him in Cali I guess.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-27-15, 02:34 PM
Replies: 858
Views: 98,170
Posted By fmt_biker

Keep in mind that his whole approach seems to...

Keep in mind that his whole approach seems to have changed ... per the latest update on the gofundme page, he's going to have his wife drive their truck as a support vehicle at least for the first...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-26-15, 10:56 PM
Replies: 858
Views: 98,170
Posted By fmt_biker

His latest update is that now his wife will drive...

His latest update is that now his wife will drive their truck as a support vehicle at least for the first few states ... That should eliminate the trailer. It becomes much less interesting to me...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-24-15, 05:08 PM
Replies: 858
Views: 98,170
Posted By fmt_biker

I really want for him to have success, as all the...

I really want for him to have success, as all the articles paint him to be a really nice guy.

However I am a little confused to how he's going to do it. One article said his trailer weighed 300...
Forum: Northern California
06-24-15, 12:59 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,667
Posted By fmt_biker

I've now hit it several times ... even though...

I've now hit it several times ... even though there is a 'road closed' sign on the South end, I have been able to ride through and even waved at the security guard. I think they are trying to...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-24-15, 12:55 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 846
Posted By fmt_biker

Yeah even if you just have some stiffer soled...

Yeah even if you just have some stiffer soled hiking shoes (vs soft running shoes) you might fix this problem.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-10-15, 12:36 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,180
Posted By fmt_biker

I have been riding a new (to me) Gunnar roadie...

I have been riding a new (to me) Gunnar roadie for a month now and really like it ... light, comfortable and very smooth. Not to heavy and way more responsive than my LHT.

I think they come in a...
Forum: Northern California
06-02-15, 02:28 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,667
Posted By fmt_biker

Yeah! Unfortunately on Sunday I was chased...

Yeah!

Unfortunately on Sunday I was chased out by a rent-a-cop, but to be fair they had just laid some blacktop it appeared. I have got through several times prior to that.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-05-15, 04:21 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 900
Posted By fmt_biker

Rocky Mountain Solo ST Classic Price?

First of all if this is too 'new' to be considered for this form, I apologize and please delete the thread.

I have to get rid of a too large for me 60cm Rocky Mountain Solo ST. I need to figure...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-05-15, 03:46 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 653
Posted By fmt_biker

Right The (newly bought bikes - existing...

Right

The (newly bought bikes - existing sold bikes) must never go over zero.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-05-15, 03:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 653
Posted By fmt_biker

Trying a Gunnar!

I have no room for the N+1 style of bike accumulation, so I have to do the (n+1)-1 style. Today I bought a used Gunnar Roadie, nicely equipped with 10-sp Ultegra, Chris King, Ultegra/Open Pro...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-10-15, 04:05 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 16,831
Posted By fmt_biker

I'd like to hear your impressions on the AWOL as...

I'd like to hear your impressions on the AWOL as you put some miles on it. I am very close to trading my LHT towards one.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-18-15, 11:33 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 16,831
Posted By fmt_biker

The BB on my 09 LHT died after about 5k miles...

The BB on my 09 LHT died after about 5k miles fwiw (but maybe that's a normal lifespan for a bb?). Replaced it with a higher buck model. I found several pretty cheap things about my stock LHT that...
Forum: Recreational & Family
03-16-15, 05:49 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,128
Posted By fmt_biker

I have a half dozen bikes ... cyclocross, carbon...

I have a half dozen bikes ... cyclocross, carbon road, touring, etc. The one that gets most the miles? An early 90's Trek 970 with slicks. It's simply the most comfortable all-day ride I have,...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-13-15, 05:57 PM
Replies: 234
Views: 9,487
Posted By fmt_biker

I was all proud of myself for upping my running...

I was all proud of myself for upping my running (at the expense of biking) ... and guess what .. shin splints! I'm gonna shoot for 3-4 hundred miles this month, and trade the running time back to...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-03-15, 06:21 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,245
Posted By fmt_biker

I remember staying away from clipless for years...

I remember staying away from clipless for years ... and then FINALLY trying them. Just like you ... fall on the first ride into an intersection. With a few months it didn't even register in my mind...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-13-15, 07:45 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 4,193
Posted By fmt_biker

That's exactly my opinion, and I put myself at...

That's exactly my opinion, and I put myself at considerable odds considering. I trail run at 2-3x per week in parks well known for Mtn lions, and I do so in the dark .. I usually start at 5:10 AM. ...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-08-15, 07:07 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,136
Posted By fmt_biker

So I went out to buy the thing (OP here ..) and...

So I went out to buy the thing (OP here ..) and found that jeez ... when you actually hold a Nexus 6, or note, ... the size is larger than I figured by looking at pix. I'm now on the fence if I want...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-07-15, 11:38 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,136
Posted By fmt_biker

Thanks for the suggestions. I like the frame bag...

Thanks for the suggestions. I like the frame bag idea!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-07-15, 01:01 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,136
Posted By fmt_biker

My phone is now clyde too ... any suggestions for good seat bag?

Hi:

I'm switching to a 'phablet' (sorry I hate that term too) either a Nexus 6 or Galaxy Note. None of my existing seat back bags can carry a phone this big, and I've been wanting to carry a 2nd...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-30-14, 11:28 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,669
Posted By fmt_biker

I've been here before ... so it's kind of sad to...

I've been here before ... so it's kind of sad to have it happen again, but all I did was stop paying attention to the input side of the equation for a month ... and put on 5% of my body weight. The...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-23-14, 11:16 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 690
Posted By fmt_biker

I assume they already have bikes and want just...

I assume they already have bikes and want just the stand/trainer, or are they looking for a stand-alone exercise cycle?
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-23-14, 11:11 AM
Replies: 178
Views: 7,020
Posted By fmt_biker

So we had the wettest December in a long time in...

So we had the wettest December in a long time in CA, and I found I'm a rain wuss. I really need to buy either fenders or a trainer ... or both. Only 108.8 for me so far, although I don't mind trail...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-16-14, 11:38 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 775
Posted By fmt_biker

Excellent, that's nearly a coast to coast trip!!

Excellent, that's nearly a coast to coast trip!!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-06-14, 06:27 PM
Replies: 178
Views: 7,020
Posted By fmt_biker

There this new thing going in here ... water is...

There this new thing going in here ... water is falling from the sky in California. I have a distant memory of my elders calling it 'rain.' I've only been able to ride 52 miles MTD as I don't own...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-04-14, 11:03 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,000
Posted By fmt_biker

I totally agree! That bike is right up my alley....

I totally agree! That bike is right up my alley. This thread just may cost me $2000 :)
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-03-14, 11:43 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,000
Posted By fmt_biker

I'd like to thank the OP for pointing out the...

I'd like to thank the OP for pointing out the bike in general I had never noticed it before. Outside of the debate on Fe vs Al .... it's a cool bike, and I want to go test ride one as a possible...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-01-14, 11:17 PM
Replies: 178
Views: 7,020
Posted By fmt_biker

I hope for 300 if it doesn't rain too much. Plus...

I hope for 300 if it doesn't rain too much. Plus another 85 dirt running miles!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-01-14, 10:30 AM
Replies: 161
Views: 7,755
Posted By fmt_biker

I was good for 387 mellow, mostly flat miles. ...

I was good for 387 mellow, mostly flat miles. Didn't quite hit 400, but I'll take it! I also did 110 trail running miles, at my slowest average ever (which I find to be a good thing, no injuries!!).
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
11-17-14, 12:41 PM
Replies: 1,416
Views: 796,151
Posted By fmt_biker

Impressive! Great job!!! Great bike too :)

Impressive! Great job!!! Great bike too :)
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
11-13-14, 04:50 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,162
Posted By fmt_biker

For me the key was to never run pavement again. ...

For me the key was to never run pavement again. Only dirt, and not much of it.
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