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Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-09-19, 08:19 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,780
Posted By Eric91Z

I have always dealt with a little hip and knee...

I have always dealt with a little hip and knee issues now and then, even with a professional "fit". And I get the "Arch" strength. I have done leg workouts in Rebook Nano, Five Fingers, and...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-08-19, 12:18 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,780
Posted By Eric91Z

Those are moved to the top of my list now. Look...

Those are moved to the top of my list now. Look like a very nice product with good theory behind them.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-08-19, 12:09 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,780
Posted By Eric91Z

Yeah, I did see that. Looks like they have the...

Yeah, I did see that. Looks like they have the PD-M8040 and PD-M828 now. Couple changes here and there on them.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-08-19, 09:00 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,780
Posted By Eric91Z

Platform Pedals

So, I have been looking for new pedals for the Trek Verve again. I thought I would finally get around to going with the Shimano PD-MX80 platform pedal based on previous research, but those no longer...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-23-18, 10:57 AM
Replies: 2,159
Views: 979,102
Posted By Eric91Z

Question on V-brakes. I have a Verve 3, not a DS,...

Question on V-brakes. I have a Verve 3, not a DS, but didn’t find a Verve thread. Anyway, on the V-brake setup, has anyone found a brake pad with more feel and bite than the stick ones.

New Verve...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-23-18, 04:34 PM
Replies: 1,577
Views: 391,349
Posted By Eric91Z

Well, just got my new 2018 Trek Verve 3 a couple...

Well, just got my new 2018 Trek Verve 3 a couple weeks ago for my birthday. Given Iowa weather, have only gotten to ride it once. Swapped my Topeak rear rack/bag from my road bike to this bike,...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-16-18, 02:13 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,717
Posted By Eric91Z

My wife just got a Trek FX2 with ergo grips and...

My wife just got a Trek FX2 with ergo grips and the ergo grips on my Verve 3 are much bigger than her’s. The ones on my Verve 3 seem very similar to the Ergon GP series grips.

Yes, I have looked...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-16-18, 01:53 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,717
Posted By Eric91Z

As far as I can tell, the bars are round ones. I...

As far as I can tell, the bars are round ones. I pulled the Bontrager grips off and it is a round bar they are mounted on. Ergon grips/ends should fit fine, but since I already have an Ergo grip on...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-16-18, 01:10 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,717
Posted By Eric91Z

Yeah, I don’t want/need narrow any more. Looking...

Yeah, I don’t want/need narrow any more. Looking for comfort and nothing about me is aerodynamic anyway! Just looking for more hand placement options on the straight bar. And looks like you would...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-16-18, 11:07 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,717
Posted By Eric91Z

Thanks for that input, but am really looking for...

Thanks for that input, but am really looking for outer bar ends. Due to shoulder issue and general overall size, bringing my hands in further it not what I am looking to do.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-16-18, 08:57 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,717
Posted By Eric91Z

Bar Ends input, again...

Yes, I searched and found some information on this, but not quite what I am looking for. Just got a 2018 Trek Verve 3 that comes with the Bontrager Satellite IsoZone Plus lock-on ergo grips. So...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-02-18, 01:29 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,159
Posted By Eric91Z

Happy Birthday to me! Went a rode the Verve 3...

Happy Birthday to me! Went a rode the Verve 3 that LBS was holding for me. Didn't try the Roam, DS, etc after riding this. Knowing my shoulder issues and wanting to just be comfortable, went ahead...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-24-18, 11:51 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,159
Posted By Eric91Z

Well, stopped by the LBS today. More options,...

Well, stopped by the LBS today. More options, more options. Weather to crappy out for test rides today, going back Friday for that. Talked with recommended salesman there, told him same thing I...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-23-18, 09:27 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,159
Posted By Eric91Z

Well, trip to Warehouse sale and very nice, at...

Well, trip to Warehouse sale and very nice, at length discussion with salesman/service guy that was very helpful. Let my explain past, current, and what I am looking for.

His suggestion? 2018...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-23-18, 09:45 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,159
Posted By Eric91Z

That is the plan for this afternoon! In my mind,...

That is the plan for this afternoon! In my mind, I am thinking a bit more upright seating position - but maybe not as high as a "comfort" setup - with with front suspension will help soften the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-23-18, 08:35 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,159
Posted By Eric91Z

Thanks for the input, guys. I have added all of...

Thanks for the input, guys. I have added all of those to my list. I am heading back down to the Warehouse sale this afternoon to look at the Giant and Trek offerings. Not stuck on those as I have...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-22-18, 11:06 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,159
Posted By Eric91Z

Hybrid for someone with shoulder issues

Ok, I have looked through the Mountain Bike, Fat Tire, and Hybrid forums to get some input, but looking for a little clarification. Last 11 years have been on a road bike and also had a 29'er in...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-09-11, 12:31 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 453
Posted By Eric91Z

Thank you for the input! That is much...

Thank you for the input! That is much appreciated! I know the budget won't be anything too great, but I think I can try and talk her in to something more than she spent before and some of it will...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-09-11, 11:37 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 453
Posted By Eric91Z

Woman's road bike suggestion/help

Ok, all, I am looking for some input and suggestions on a road bike for my girlfriend. Last spring we got her a new Trek hybrid type bike that did well for her to start with, but it is becoming...
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-22-10, 11:38 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,428
Posted By Eric91Z

Was at "Cycles of Life" last week/weekend when I...

Was at "Cycles of Life" last week/weekend when I was in Leadville, CO for the Silver Rush 50 and they had some Niner's in there. No LBS here carries those. VERY nice looking bikes! They also...
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-22-10, 11:22 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,428
Posted By Eric91Z

I currently have a DB Overdrive 29'er. Bought it...

I currently have a DB Overdrive 29'er. Bought it because I didn't know how much MTB riding I would do and the price was right ('08 model for $525 in '09). It has been Ok, but keeps having a...
Forum: Commuting
09-30-09, 01:45 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,641
Posted By Eric91Z

I recently got one of these for my first night...

I recently got one of these for my first night ride a few weeks ago and am VERY happy with. The ride I was on had a lot of people and I actually had people come up and check it out since it was so...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-19-09, 12:19 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,006
Posted By Eric91Z

Well, checked out this SIDI's a couple of places...

Well, checked out this SIDI's a couple of places online and they are priced right there with the Specialized Pro's. So I might just have to assume I will be in that price range. Guessing that my...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-19-09, 11:50 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,006
Posted By Eric91Z

Thanks for the quick replies. Yes, we looked at...

Thanks for the quick replies. Yes, we looked at the Specialized BG Pro Road Shoe as that was the only Specialized road shoe that we found. They had some last year models that they could get, but...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-19-09, 11:34 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,006
Posted By Eric91Z

WIDE shoe options

OK, so maybe this isn't a Clydesdale only topic, but I am a Clydesdale and looking for input. Ever since buying my road bike 2 years ago I have gotten extreme pains in my feet 10-15 minutes in to a...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-28-08, 04:22 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,392
Posted By Eric91Z

Ask and ye shall receive. A couple of pictures I...

Ask and ye shall receive. A couple of pictures I just took of that area:

http://www.motorcitymarauders.com/gallery/files/1/1/9/IMG_0666.JPG
...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-28-08, 12:50 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,392
Posted By Eric91Z

Which headlight for Specialized Sequoia Elite?

OK, now that I have had some medical issues resolved I am ready to get back in to biking. One of the things I want to do is commuting to work on my bike. Now that it is kind of dark still at 6am, I...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-07-08, 06:43 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 728
Posted By Eric91Z

Not sure if the LBS that is doing the fitting and...

Not sure if the LBS that is doing the fitting and measuring carries Brooks or not...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-06-08, 12:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 728
Posted By Eric91Z

Saddle Size input

First a little background: Last year I purchased a 2007 Specialized Sequoia Elite bike that came stock with a Avatar Gel saddle and I also got a pair of Specialized BG Comp biking shoes with the...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-13-08, 12:19 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 734
Posted By Eric91Z

Thanks for the continued input and I will have to...

Thanks for the continued input and I will have to look in to that more on Monday. I do know I have at least a slight pronation to my foot as I wear out most of my shoes along that outside edge,...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-13-08, 10:51 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 734
Posted By Eric91Z

Yes, I do have a relatively wide foot and my...

Yes, I do have a relatively wide foot and my shoes that I get are all wides for that. Yes, the foot pain is more along the outside edge of the foot roughly halfway between the digits and the heel.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-13-08, 10:01 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 734
Posted By Eric91Z

Foot pain - yes, I searched

OK, I have done a search on "foot pain", "foot cramps", etc and didn't quite find what I am looking for. I really have wanted to do more biking, but haven't because of the foot pain I always end up...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-06-07, 05:25 PM
Replies: 1,416
Views: 794,658
Posted By Eric91Z

Well, no after pictures as today is the first day...

Well, no after pictures as today is the first day of the rest of my life. As of today, I am 6'0" and weighed 259 at the club today. My plan is to use the new bike for my cardio to supplement my...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-03-07, 02:13 PM
Replies: 3,556
Views: 2,496,735
Posted By Eric91Z

Well, newbie here that doesn't even have a new...

Well, newbie here that doesn't even have a new bike yet. Actually, that should be corrected in the next 48 hours. I have been doing reading here and checking LBS for what I want. I am 6'0" and now...
Forum: Great Lakes
08-03-07, 10:17 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 469
Posted By Eric91Z

Central Iowa riders?

Well, I found this website in my quest to find out more about biking. I am going to be buying a new road bike son to use as my cardio workouts to suplement gym time with weights as a I don't like...
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