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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-03-11, 06:39 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,002
Posted By Kerrvillian

Cooler weather gear

Okay, so the morning temps are nose-diving below 60. The day-time temps are still in the 80s to near 90s and it wasn't but a few days ago when we were still bumping close to the 100s.

I ride a...
Forum: Charity Events
10-03-11, 06:05 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 456
Posted By Kerrvillian

Exclamation Soldier Ride - San Antonio 11/12/11 Seeking donations

I'm taking a leap and getting into riding in charity rides. My first will be next month when I go on the Soldier Ride San Antonio.

This is a Wounded Warrior Project and participants will be riding...
Forum: Charity Events
08-22-11, 07:08 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 415
Posted By Kerrvillian

Question Seeking team organization advice

I am wanting to organize co-workers at my hospital to ride in some local charity events. I am hoping to begin participating as soon as this November with more next spring/summer.

What do team...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-31-11, 12:45 PM
Replies: 217
Views: 5,373
Posted By Kerrvillian

I'm in at 398 for July. Graduating to 400 mile...

I'm in at 398 for July. Graduating to 400 mile club for August and probably the 500 mile in September as it will be cooler and one of my days off work won't be spent at 3D archery.

I thought I'd...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-25-11, 08:52 PM
Replies: 217
Views: 5,373
Posted By Kerrvillian

I've met my 300 mile challenge. Outside of...

I've met my 300 mile challenge. Outside of commute miles (5 each day) tomorrow and Saturday I have 4 other riding days left in July. Looks like I'll break the big 400. Gotta move to the next club!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-25-11, 08:31 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 850
Posted By Kerrvillian

I wear Sweatvacs. I pack 2. After the first is...

I wear Sweatvacs. I pack 2. After the first is saturated (can be wrung out) I hang it on the left side of the handle bar and put on the 2nd. With luck by the time the 2nd is equally saturated the 1st...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-25-11, 08:25 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,692
Posted By Kerrvillian

I love my Aerotech bibs. I buy the tall size...

I love my Aerotech bibs. I buy the tall size since I'm 6'6" now at 285 lbs. The longer legs help me feel more security in the leg.

I have had to buy smaller sizes as I dropped from 348 to the 285....
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-23-11, 08:18 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,582
Posted By Kerrvillian

Until this week I had been riding my faithful,...

Until this week I had been riding my faithful, trusty and s-l-o-w hybrid. It got me through 60+ lbs of weight loss and moving from gasping at a mile long ride to routinely pulling 30 mile rides.
...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-21-11, 09:01 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 605
Posted By Kerrvillian

Big ouch. Still have the scabs from my...

Big ouch.

Still have the scabs from my wreck on gravel 3 weeks ago and my right shoulder is still so messed up I'm finding myself reaching for things with my left hand. Earlier in the week I went...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-16-11, 08:30 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 363
Posted By Kerrvillian

Second the interest in the mustard. Glad to...

Second the interest in the mustard.

Glad to hear you got out on your LHT. My new one arrived at the LBS yesterday and I waited all day for the phone call to come and get it. Never came. Not open...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-15-11, 04:27 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 630
Posted By Kerrvillian

Actually the local ride group leader is an...

Actually the local ride group leader is an American Bicycle League instructor. Plan on taking her Street Smarts course to reinforce good habits and part of the instruction is wheel repair.

Last...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-14-11, 05:03 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 630
Posted By Kerrvillian

Trigger is back from the LBS so I'll be going to...

Trigger is back from the LBS so I'll be going to work mounted. Small town so work commuting is not that large a factor.

I plan on doing the weekly evening group ride tonight in Camp Verde. The...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-12-11, 04:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 630
Posted By Kerrvillian

I still have a ways to go to catch up with Ms....

I still have a ways to go to catch up with Ms. Kerrvillian. Due to gastric bypass she lost the equivalent of a second person!

I wanted to commute by bike today but my rear tire was low, by 40 lbs,...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-11-11, 07:08 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 630
Posted By Kerrvillian

I would do that route more often if it weren't so...

I would do that route more often if it weren't so far away. Half hour drive to get to the jumping off point while my routine 29 mile route begins and ends in my driveway.

I may not have a...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-11-11, 02:54 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 630
Posted By Kerrvillian

First group ride

When I first started riding I was working nights, usually on the back end of the week/weekend. That left me riding in the middle of the night.

I started riding more this year, longer. I had worked...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-08-11, 08:49 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,717
Posted By Kerrvillian

Welcome to the club. I got my first pair of...

Welcome to the club.

I got my first pair of shorts and rode in the dark (4 am dark) and felt self conscious. Now I walk into the grocery store stinking from a long ride because I need to run an...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-07-11, 07:49 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,850
Posted By Kerrvillian

They also need product testers! Lots and lots of...

They also need product testers! Lots and lots of product testers! I suggest they look for them on bikeforums.net Clydesdale/Athena forum!

If they need help I already know who the nearest KHS...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-07-11, 07:45 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,559
Posted By Kerrvillian

I'll third that. At 348 lb my needs were...

I'll third that.

At 348 lb my needs were more than met with a hybrid bike. I considered 10 miles to be the outside of what I would ride. Speed meant little to me.

Now I'm consistently riding...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-06-11, 03:34 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,850
Posted By Kerrvillian

If accurate that would give it the longest...

If accurate that would give it the longest effective top tube length I've seen out there.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-05-11, 01:30 PM
Replies: 3,982
Views: 650,284
Posted By Kerrvillian

To Comfort and back again!

From my driveway to High's in Comfort, TX. The round trip of 43 miles. My longest ride, ever.

Along the way I was passed by two young and curvy females on road bikes. The thought came unbidden as...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-05-11, 04:14 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,850
Posted By Kerrvillian

If this had been better known I might have...

If this had been better known I might have ordered one of those instead of an LHT.

I don't think that the bike companies realize that they are creating their own self-fulfilling prophecy. They...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-01-11, 07:34 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 905
Posted By Kerrvillian

I'd been studying what came up on the nearest...

I'd been studying what came up on the nearest CraigsList listings and missed out on a CAAD 3 that wasn't too far out of date. Someone else got there first.

I made up my mind today and pulled the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-01-11, 07:24 PM
Replies: 217
Views: 5,373
Posted By Kerrvillian

I'm in again for this goal, but hope to do better...

I'm in again for this goal, but hope to do better than 322 from last month. Not off to an auspicious start, though. 0 today and I can't commute until my knee road rash heals up some more (haven't...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-01-11, 07:04 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,553
Posted By Kerrvillian

Interesting. Even if I could find those shoes,...

Interesting. Even if I could find those shoes, however, I'm out of the game for clipless/shoes.

I'm size 16 and also have tarsal tunnel syndrome going on in one foot. I have orthotics to squeeze...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-01-11, 06:56 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 905
Posted By Kerrvillian

After studying the geometry of the Soma frame it...

After studying the geometry of the Soma frame it doesn't look like the best choice for me.

It is a 66cm frame, but the 66 is all in the seat tube. The top tube length is not proportional with the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-30-11, 08:54 AM
Replies: 179
Views: 5,652
Posted By Kerrvillian

Okay, I made it! 322 for the month of June! ...

Okay, I made it! 322 for the month of June!

350 for July?
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-29-11, 08:09 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 762
Posted By Kerrvillian

It felt nasty working with that going on. Need to...

It felt nasty working with that going on. Need to see if the blood will come out of my chinos. Got the blood out of my jersey from yesterday. Added some salt to the water and washed it in cold/cold,...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-29-11, 03:16 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 762
Posted By Kerrvillian

Actually Trigger came through it mostly with just...

Actually Trigger came through it mostly with just dust. I had to pedal home another dozen miles. The only problem I noted was one I had been having before the crash. Even so I was there with Trigger...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-29-11, 03:10 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 762
Posted By Kerrvillian

No, I hadn't gotten into the leg shaving thing....

No, I hadn't gotten into the leg shaving thing. This might make me a believer in the practice.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-29-11, 03:09 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 762
Posted By Kerrvillian

I work in an acute rehab department within a...

I work in an acute rehab department within a small town hospital. It's heavy on the ortho (hips/knees) but also stroke and medically complex patients. I'd been considering calling in for this...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-29-11, 03:06 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 762
Posted By Kerrvillian

I'm off again on Thursday so I can ride the final...

I'm off again on Thursday so I can ride the final 7 miles to reach goal. The shoulder strain has been the most bothersome but ibuprofen around the clock is helping get through that.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-28-11, 05:28 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 905
Posted By Kerrvillian

Hmmmm.... That sounds like a possibility.

Hmmmm.... That sounds like a possibility.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-28-11, 04:12 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 905
Posted By Kerrvillian

Seeking road bike recommendations

Situation: 6'6" clyde, current weight 284 lbs.

Ride length desired >30 mile rides on up to a century, eventually.

Speed: want to be able to keep up with local groups that ride road bikes, not...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-28-11, 04:00 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 762
Posted By Kerrvillian

Wipeout!

Somehow calling it that doesn't make it as fun as the surfing song.

First accident since returning to cycling as an adult. Trying to take a curving, rough pavement, downhill run too fast (I think...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-15-11, 06:20 PM
Replies: 179
Views: 5,652
Posted By Kerrvillian

After putting in my longest-ever ride today (28...

After putting in my longest-ever ride today (28 miles) I am finally exceeding an average of 10 miles per day. Not the time to slack off since I may no miles to enter for the 26th (3 - D archery event...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-06-11, 12:12 PM
Replies: 179
Views: 5,652
Posted By Kerrvillian

Instead of posting individual days results I've...

Instead of posting individual days results I've been making entries to PedalMyBike.com for a running total. I'm not happy that you have to round up, round down, but so long as you do it consistently...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-03-11, 02:35 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,691
Posted By Kerrvillian

It is not hard to mount bags to a road bike, but...

It is not hard to mount bags to a road bike, but you get a road bike that is light in order to have the lightest steed under you possible for more efficient pedal-power.

Touring bikes are often...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-03-11, 06:13 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,691
Posted By Kerrvillian

Might I suggest that you not look at road bikes...

Might I suggest that you not look at road bikes right now?

A hybrid bike has a more upright riding position. It's heavier, not built for speed but built for comfort. You can add racks and turn it...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-01-11, 12:41 PM
Replies: 179
Views: 5,652
Posted By Kerrvillian

Okay, instead of a 250 thread I'll post here. ...

Okay, instead of a 250 thread I'll post here.

5.2 commute to the gym this morning.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-01-11, 05:52 AM
Replies: 111
Views: 3,103
Posted By Kerrvillian

May 5 - 13.4 May 6 - 16.4 May 7 - 5.3 May 8...

May 5 - 13.4
May 6 - 16.4
May 7 - 5.3
May 8 - 20.9
May 9 - 5.9
May 13-8.4
May 14 -18.2
May 15 - 8.9
May 16 -20.8
May 17 - 5.1
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-25-11, 06:13 AM
Replies: 111
Views: 3,103
Posted By Kerrvillian

I've been remiss in my posting. The re-cap:...

I've been remiss in my posting.

The re-cap:
May 5 - 13.4
May 6 - 16.4
May 7 - 5.3
May 8 - 20.9
May 9 - 5.9
May 13-8.4
May 14 -18.2
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-16-11, 12:44 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 3,103
Posted By Kerrvillian

May 5 - 13.4 May 6 - 16.4 May 7 - 5.3 May 8...

May 5 - 13.4
May 6 - 16.4
May 7 - 5.3
May 8 - 20.9
May 9 - 5.9
May 13-8.4
May 14 -18.2
May 15 - 8.9
May 16 -20.8
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-16-11, 05:24 AM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,873,700
Posted By Kerrvillian

I had no local source. My LBS opened up their...

I had no local source. My LBS opened up their order book for their supplier and there were no trekking bars at all. Since the two nearest shops are actually the same shop that was pretty much it. The...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-15-11, 07:12 AM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,873,700
Posted By Kerrvillian

Trekking Bar on Trek 7200

Some time ago I was pondering if a trekking, or "butterfly", bar would go onto a hybrid using existing grip-shifters and brakes. Irclean posted his set up. After some conferring with my LBS who had...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-14-11, 02:54 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 3,103
Posted By Kerrvillian

May 5 - 13.4 May 6 - 16.4 May 7 - 5.3 May 8...

May 5 - 13.4
May 6 - 16.4
May 7 - 5.3
May 8 - 20.9
May 9 - 5.9
May 13-8.4
May 14 -18.2

Temporary total = 80.2 The new handlebar is working out just great! Hope to keep things busy this...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-09-11, 05:57 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 3,103
Posted By Kerrvillian

Only 5.1 for 5/9/11. There will be a few days...

Only 5.1 for 5/9/11. There will be a few days with no updates. Trigger is in the shop getting the trekking bar put on! Hopefully get to put some miles on the bike on Friday.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-08-11, 11:01 AM
Replies: 111
Views: 3,103
Posted By Kerrvillian

May 5 - 13.4 May 6 - 16.4 May 7 - 5.3 May 8...

May 5 - 13.4
May 6 - 16.4
May 7 - 5.3
May 8 - 20.9
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-06-11, 12:15 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 3,103
Posted By Kerrvillian

May 5 - 13.4 May 6 - 16.4 170.2 to go

May 5 - 13.4
May 6 - 16.4

170.2 to go
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-05-11, 03:34 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 3,103
Posted By Kerrvillian

I start a thread and then can't get any miles to...

I start a thread and then can't get any miles to post! Due to my work schedule the first four days of May were 12 hour work days. Oh, joy.

Well, I finally got back on the bike this morning. Never...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-05-11, 06:07 AM
Replies: 582
Views: 274,954
Posted By Kerrvillian

If you think you are embarrassed now wait until...

If you think you are embarrassed now wait until you put on your first pair of cycle shorts. Even before going out in public you are going to feel like 6 pounds of sausage stuffed into 5 pounds worth...
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