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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-10-23, 05:43 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,767
Posted By Chicken_fat

I broke my plateau by doing longer rides on a new...

I broke my plateau by doing longer rides on a new route with hills. I was doing 30+ a day and started doing a 65 mile route with 4600ft of climbing every other day or every few days. It’s helped me.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-10-23, 05:37 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,734
Posted By Chicken_fat

Vintage Trek mtb

This last summer I bought a 1995 Trek 800 steel frame on eBay and built it into a 1x and it rides great to me. I have a carbon road bike and aluminum and I think I enjoy the vintage bike more. I...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-03-23, 07:02 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,492
Posted By Chicken_fat

I cycled over 7k miles last year on all kinds of...

I cycled over 7k miles last year on all kinds of terrain and all types of hills, but didn’t lose much weight and I’m 280. I didn’t start to lose serious weight until I got my diet under control....
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-31-22, 07:33 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,953
Posted By Chicken_fat

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7,135 Miles for 2022. Here’s to hoping for a great...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-10-22, 06:33 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,953
Posted By Chicken_fat

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220.8 so far for December. 85 miles away from 7k for...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
11-23-22, 02:52 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,053
Posted By Chicken_fat

Thanks! Considering carbon wheels eventually…

Thanks! Considering carbon wheels eventually…
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
11-23-22, 02:40 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,440
Posted By Chicken_fat

Getting into a regular riding routine has been...

Getting into a regular riding routine has been the best therapy for depression I’ve found. It also provides many other health benefits. I don’t always enjoy Pennsylvania seasonal weather, but I am...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
11-23-22, 02:33 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 5,257
Posted By Chicken_fat

As we near the end of 2022, my goal was and...

As we near the end of 2022, my goal was and remains to get out for regular rides and improve over all health.

So far I’m approaching 7k miles for 2022 and have been able to eliminate my blood...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
11-23-22, 02:26 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,053
Posted By Chicken_fat

What spoke count are your carbon wheels?

What spoke count are your carbon wheels?
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
11-23-22, 02:22 AM
Replies: 231
Views: 59,459
Posted By Chicken_fat

Consider the source and enjoy your ride....

Consider the source and enjoy your ride. Miserable people live to drag others down with them.

I wear bibs and jerseys because it’s what’s best for me to sweat in while riding, Figure out what you...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
11-23-22, 02:17 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 3,367
Posted By Chicken_fat

November so far

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Outdoor miles. Coldest so far was 14°. Getting...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-06-22, 04:23 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 813
Posted By Chicken_fat

I’ve used Rhyno-lites and they were fine for me.

I’ve used Rhyno-lites and they were fine for me.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-06-22, 04:19 PM
Replies: 185
Views: 9,941
Posted By Chicken_fat

My shifter broke during a ride and I went to my...

My shifter broke during a ride and I went to my shop and tried to get it replaced but they couldn’t get a new one. I resorted to Amazon and had no issue having them put it on. I’ve done a lot of...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-06-22, 04:12 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 4,223
Posted By Chicken_fat

Knock on wood, I usually talk to them and so far...

Knock on wood, I usually talk to them and so far they just like to make a bunch of noise and run along side until I’m past their area.

I have pepper spray but haven’t used it. I did check with...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-06-22, 04:07 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,464
Posted By Chicken_fat

Make sure there is a decent rim strip installed...

Make sure there is a decent rim strip installed as well.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-06-22, 04:06 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,464
Posted By Chicken_fat

Not all tires are equal. Having the correct...

Not all tires are equal. Having the correct pressure for your weight and the terrain also matters.

I’ve been using Continental Grand Prix 4 season on my Roubaix for years and they’ve been very...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
11-02-22, 06:38 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 3,367
Posted By Chicken_fat

Got in 31 miles yesterday. Got poured on the last...

Got in 31 miles yesterday. Got poured on the last 40 minutes.

If the weather works out, I hope for a few hundred for November.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-28-22, 10:01 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,445
Posted By Chicken_fat

I’ve been using The Black Bibs and Aerotech...

I’ve been using The Black Bibs and Aerotech Designs the last few years. Happy with both.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-28-22, 09:58 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,736
Posted By Chicken_fat

#285 pounds currently but have been over #300 at...

#285 pounds currently but have been over #300 at different times. Been riding a Specialized Roubaix since 2014, bike has been fine but having the right wheels is necessary.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-28-22, 09:55 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,878
Posted By Chicken_fat

Deep V for the win

285# 6-2.

I was having a back wheel issue on my Roubaix which led me to this forum. I was starting to have brake rub on the rear wheel under torque.

I was leaning on a Velocity Deep V to...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-28-22, 09:47 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 6,653
Posted By Chicken_fat

New member. 622 miles so far in October...

New member.

622 miles so far in October with a few days left. Getting colder here in PA, so mileage will be dropping off a bit.
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