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04-25-11, 01:01 PM
Replies: 273
Views: 13,133
Posted By jwollam

I'm an assistant manager for the parts department...

I'm an assistant manager for the parts department of a large copy machine / printer sales and repair company. We're in most of california with branches in Nevada & Oregon as well.
Tends to be a bit...
04-24-11, 07:59 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 609
Posted By jwollam

thank you Brad & John, I'll broaden my search a...

thank you Brad & John, I'll broaden my search a bit more. I was looking on jenson USA and couldn't find one to fit.
Good thing there's google! :)
04-24-11, 04:04 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 609
Posted By jwollam

Thank you! I'll be looking around on nashbar or...

Thank you! I'll be looking around on nashbar or jensonusa for the seatpost. I did notice that my seatpost is kind of an odd size (27.2mm) I'm only seeing the easton's in a 29.6mm and 31.6mm. I'm...
04-24-11, 02:26 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 609
Posted By jwollam

Any recommendations for a new seatpost? I've...

Any recommendations for a new seatpost? I've heard thompson is supposed to be good.
04-24-11, 02:21 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 609
Posted By jwollam

I would guess about 4-5" right where it went into...

I would guess about 4-5" right where it went into the seat tube, where the collar holds it. I had an issue with it sliding down frequently, so I'm thinking I over tightened it. It never gave me any...
04-24-11, 02:10 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 609
Posted By jwollam

Yes I did, I pulled the saddle off at that time,...

Yes I did, I pulled the saddle off at that time, cleaned the rails and the part where it mounts to the seatpost, put fresh grease on everything, reinstalled, still creaking. Went back today, pulled...
04-24-11, 01:59 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 609
Posted By jwollam

I think I figured out the problem, I eliminated...

I think I figured out the problem, I eliminated everything in the front end. eliminated the pedals, I figured it had to be my saddle. so I took the seatpost out, took my saddle off and cleaned...
04-23-11, 11:47 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 609
Posted By jwollam

Is there a way to tighten and or grease the...

Is there a way to tighten and or grease the connection to prevent the creaking noise?
04-23-11, 11:46 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 609
Posted By jwollam

Good idea, I'll take it back to the shop this...

Good idea, I'll take it back to the shop this afternoon and see if they can tension the wheels.

Thank you! :)
04-23-11, 11:38 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 609
Posted By jwollam

Thats what I was thinking, but the sound still...

Thats what I was thinking, but the sound still happens even when I'm up out of the saddle.
04-23-11, 09:57 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 609
Posted By jwollam

Funny sound on bike

Hi everyone!
it's been a long time since I posted here, things came up last year and I took on a new position at work, moved, and have been doing the work of about 3 people since May of last year...
03-24-10, 09:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 670
Posted By jwollam

I'll take a look at Sidi and see what I can find,...

I'll take a look at Sidi and see what I can find,
are these something I could find at JensonUSA, or Nashbar?

Thanks for the replies, anything to help me be more comfortable on the bike helps.
03-24-10, 01:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 670
Posted By jwollam

SPD Shoes

I've had a pair of Shimano SPD shoes for awhile (size 48) and they are rubbing the right side of my big toe raw... I've heard that Shimano makes a wider shoe than most.
I wear a size 12 4E wide, any...
03-18-10, 01:07 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 4,061
Posted By jwollam

Congrats on getting the new bike. I've been in...

Congrats on getting the new bike.
I've been in your shoes, when I first started riding I could hardly ride around the block, I now go and do 20+ mile rides 4-5 nights a week on my 2010 Trek Pilot...
02-22-10, 10:48 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,611
Posted By jwollam

I guess the easiest way to put it is lots of good...

I guess the easiest way to put it is lots of good friends, family, an amazing / understanding wife, motivating myself with setting small goals and then getting the reward.
The most important thing...
02-22-10, 08:18 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,611
Posted By jwollam

It certainly knows how to go when you tell it...

It certainly knows how to go when you tell it to... I couldn't believe how fast it is compared to my mountain bike. I'm in love!!
02-22-10, 07:51 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,611
Posted By jwollam

A few quick pictures. My apologies, the bike is...

A few quick pictures.
My apologies, the bike is dirty, but that just means I was riding!
My egg beaters came in today so my mallets will go back on my specialized.
I'm in love with this bike, it's...
02-21-10, 09:24 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,611
Posted By jwollam

I finally got it, I've put about 50 miles on it....

I finally got it, I've put about 50 miles on it. I'm in freaking love!!!
I will take some better pics of it tomorrow, she is a beauty! Where is a good place to host them online?
02-21-10, 09:20 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 892
Posted By jwollam

The advise I would give you for clipless...

The advise I would give you for clipless pedals...
practice on the trainer for the first week... get in the habit of clipping out at every stop, or even if you think you are going to stop.
I can't...
02-17-10, 07:31 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,611
Posted By jwollam

still waiting for the bike... the wait is killing...

still waiting for the bike... the wait is killing me!!!!
02-15-10, 08:36 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,600
Posted By jwollam

That is so awesome, congratulations!!! I've in...

That is so awesome, congratulations!!!
I've in training right now for a 65 mile ride in April, and then a 100 mile ride in August. I'm currently at 275 lbs. I just bought my road bike and waiting...
02-15-10, 08:20 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,611
Posted By jwollam

Thank you all for the kind words. When I get...

Thank you all for the kind words.
When I get the new bike I'll make sure to post a before picture at 400+ lbs. and then me currently at 275 with the bike.
I'm as giddy as a school girl!!!
02-14-10, 03:56 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 823
Posted By jwollam

Congratulations, that is awesome! I was hardly...

Congratulations, that is awesome!
I was hardly able to ride around the block when I started, if a monkey like me can do it, you're set dude!!! Congrats, that is some great mileage, you will find...
02-14-10, 03:42 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,611
Posted By jwollam

125 lbs lost, time for my road bike!

I've been doing so much road riding lately, I've lost alot of weight, and my fitness level and health are amazing compared to being 400 lbs!
I went down to the local bike shop and had them order me...
01-02-10, 01:33 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 769
Posted By jwollam

Zune mp3 player anyone use one?

I just purchased a 120 GB zune. I know it's an hdd player but I ride in a paved park, or fairly mellow streets / paths. I'm not doing anything agressive (I'm a clydesdale so jumping off curbs usually...
12-14-09, 11:11 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,369
Posted By jwollam

I think I'm going to put a set of these on my...

I think I'm going to put a set of these on my Christmas wish list!
My wife got her big present early (a trek 7.2 FX WSD) so I better find something to put the advantage back in my court!
You guys...
12-07-09, 11:36 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,369
Posted By jwollam

Thank you Electrik! you've been very helpful!

Thank you Electrik!
you've been very helpful!
12-07-09, 11:28 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,369
Posted By jwollam

any idea where I could get a set at?

any idea where I could get a set at?
12-07-09, 11:22 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,369
Posted By jwollam

Clyde friendly mountain bike slicks?

I saw that there was someone on here that had what looked like a pair of 26x2.5" slicks on there bike.
I just went looking through posts, but I can't seem to find the picture of it anywhere.
I've...
11-17-09, 08:26 AM
Replies: 906
Views: 76,042
Posted By jwollam

Geoman pulled through in quality style! I...

Geoman pulled through in quality style!
I realized yesterday evening that I had sent my warranty request to the wrong email address.
within an hour of sending it I had received a reply back saying...
11-16-09, 02:06 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 306
Posted By jwollam

I think you posted this in the wrong forum, but...

I think you posted this in the wrong forum, but I'm definitely interested in them.
I'll PM you my email address right now.

Thanks!
Johnny
11-15-09, 09:35 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 866
Posted By jwollam

Road bike for a clyde?

I've been doing pretty good lately with my weight loss, and currently weighing in at 292 lbs.
My goal is to keep losing weight, and when I get down to 240 lbs I really would like to get a road bike...
11-14-09, 10:07 PM
Replies: 906
Views: 76,042
Posted By jwollam

I ordered 2 of them, they worked great for the...

I ordered 2 of them, they worked great for the first week, although the light on my bike (other one went on the wifes) went dead... light won't turn on, no green light at the back, switched out...
11-14-09, 01:03 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 665
Posted By jwollam

CONGRATS!!! I just recently did the same, 2...

CONGRATS!!!
I just recently did the same, 2 years ago I was almost 400 lbs (the scale errored at 396 lbs, and I would step on, and get an error) yesterday morning I weighed in at 292 lbs, if a...
11-05-09, 10:23 PM
Replies: 906
Views: 76,042
Posted By jwollam

Just put an order in for 2 Magic shines, and a...

Just put an order in for 2 Magic shines, and a helmet mount.
Everytime I get a goodie for my bike my wife always wants one as well, figure I'll head that one off at the pass and get them both. Plus...
11-05-09, 12:19 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 735
Posted By jwollam

I use a Garmin ForeRunner 305 (get the one with...

I use a Garmin ForeRunner 305 (get the one with the chest strap heart rate monitor)
This thing has so many stinking options!
10-12-09, 09:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 609
Posted By jwollam

I was just slowing down (still a noob) but no...

I was just slowing down (still a noob) but no intention of stopping, the rock did that for me.
thankfully I was able to stay on the bike and no injuries!
10-12-09, 08:25 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 609
Posted By jwollam

Trail = bad idea for this clyde

My friend and I went for a ride, and tonight he pushed and pushed to get me on a trail.
I told him "no not a good idea for me" (310 lbs on a specialized hard rock)
he was persistent, so to shut him...
Forum: Commuting
10-06-09, 07:49 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,768
Posted By jwollam

I have just regular platform pedals with no...

I have just regular platform pedals with no straps or clips.
the commute one way is about 5 miles, but I think I can find a way to lengthen it a bit after I get more comfortable.
Forum: Commuting
10-06-09, 07:06 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,768
Posted By jwollam

well so far here's my list if I'm going to...

well so far here's my list if I'm going to commute to work:
Wipes (it sounds like the brand really isn't all that important to the majority of people)
baby powder
a set of clothes for riding, and...
Forum: Commuting
10-05-09, 09:10 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,768
Posted By jwollam

Wow I wasn't expecting so many responses so...

Wow
I wasn't expecting so many responses so soon, you guys are good!
unfortunately I really can't do the bath in the sink as it's a public restroom and it doesn't lock.
Would be a little awkward...
Forum: Commuting
10-05-09, 08:30 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,768
Posted By jwollam

Commuting but no shower at work?

Hi Everyone,
the idea of commuting on the bike is definitely sounding more enjoyable to me.
My only concern is there is no shower at my work, but I could definitely "freshen up" in the one of the...
10-05-09, 02:38 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,110
Posted By jwollam

Congrats you're on your way to reaching your...

Congrats you're on your way to reaching your goal!
I'm so close to meeting my own goal of getting under 300 lbs. only 14 lbs left and I'm there.
Keep going, YOU CAN DO IT!!!
10-03-09, 09:28 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 511
Posted By jwollam

I'll take that as a compliment, and thankfully...

I'll take that as a compliment, and thankfully the weight still continues to drop.
my goal is to be in the below 300 lbs category by the end of the year.
I'll make sure to ask the person at the...
10-03-09, 06:17 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 511
Posted By jwollam

Good wheelset question?

Hi Everyone,
I'm glad to have found a place where plus sized riders like myself can swap notes.

A little about myself,
I'm 26 years old, married my high school sweet heart, and 2 years ago...
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