Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg) - intro and questions

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foobizzle
10-24-06, 11:18 AM
hello. this looks like the forum for me :)

i'm 6'4 and 330lbs. looking for a recommendation on what type of bike can handle me, and that i can handle. mostly i'd be trying commute, explore, and lose a few pounds. eventually i'd try more things, so something that might be somewhat adaptive by making a few mechanical changes would be ideal.

any ideas what to get, and where to get it would be highly appreciated.

-j

Air
10-24-06, 11:38 AM
Welcome!!

This (http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?t=228851) will get you started on the right track - it's mostly about the wheels.
Hobartlemagne
10-24-06, 12:35 PM
Wheels with at least 36 spokes. Thats my 2¢

Hambone
10-24-06, 01:14 PM
Welcome!!

This (http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?t=228851) will get you started on the right track - it's mostly about the wheels.wow, I can really get on a soap box can't I? That was a lot of work you put in there. A ton of links. Thanks.
Air
10-24-06, 05:58 PM
You're welcome! It's also kinda like a universal bookmark for myself - when I do a search for something I'll add the useful threads. Plus your explanation put the whole thing in a nutshell, no need to reinvent the wheel everytime. Luckily everyone else did the work - I just put it in one spot! :D
gear
10-25-06, 07:58 AM
A cyclocross bike will give you a road bike that will take on light trails, you can change it as you find the type of riding you favor. I like hand build wheels as they can be made to suit you. I used Sapim spokes and they are super strong.