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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-13-11, 06:25 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,464
Posted By MLKATO

Thanks guys for the thoughts. But some good...

Thanks guys for the thoughts. But some good things came out of this recent heart cath.Most cardioligists see a fat guy laying there and thinking he has clogged pipes and need stents put in. Not...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-12-11, 06:51 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,464
Posted By MLKATO

Thanks all. I'm not as scared as when I first...

Thanks all. I'm not as scared as when I first heard the news. I was asked when I wanted to do it,and I blurted out in two weeks.I wanted to get to get some things in order and as it turns out there...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-10-11, 06:07 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,464
Posted By MLKATO

Having Open Heart Surgery Wednesday. I'll be out of commission for a while.

What I thought was depression turns out to be something much more serious. Ater a recent heart cath,it revealed I had a bad arortic vavle that needs to be replaced.I was tired all the time and didn't...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-17-11, 05:24 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 9,160
Posted By MLKATO

Five? I would be happy with two! I would buy yet...

Five? I would be happy with two! I would buy yet another mountain bike with a chromemoly frame,add a good forks with shocks that can be locked for riding the trails. Then I would set my current mtb...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-17-11, 02:42 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 701
Posted By MLKATO

I had to laugh at some of the responses,only...

I had to laugh at some of the responses,only because I done them myself!

1..Riding without shoes......I was about 5 or 6 and had this old bike with hard rubber tires. My mom wouldn't let me ride...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-16-11, 05:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 479
Posted By MLKATO

Remembering the bikes our youth!

I had a Huffy five speed stingray when I was about 10 or 11. It had a sissybar,banana seat and special ram horn handlebars I put on them.It was the first "cool" bike I owned. I had a cruiser up that...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-15-11, 08:00 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,655
Posted By MLKATO

One of the local LBS here offers free maintence...

One of the local LBS here offers free maintence classes. Maybe your does the same. Don't be afraid to check out department store bike like Schwinn or Diamondback. My sister and brother in law both...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-11-11, 01:34 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 2,858
Posted By MLKATO

Trucks carrying things loosely in back of the...

Trucks carrying things loosely in back of the bed. I've encountered things falling out in front of me in a car,but not on a bike. If you're in my neck of the woods,it's chicken trucks. Wether they...
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-08-11, 12:59 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,272
Posted By MLKATO

Those are the biggest tires I've seen on a...

Those are the biggest tires I've seen on a mountain bike :eek:! I couldn't imaging riding one on the street with those things.:commute:
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-04-11, 09:02 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 702
Posted By MLKATO

I feel your pain,litterally. It was 110 here...

I feel your pain,litterally. It was 110 here yesterday,today was a cool 95. I don't ride in 100+ or even 90 in high humidity. It's not safe for me as I have some health issues. Unless you are an a...
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-04-11, 12:11 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 991
Posted By MLKATO

I like these handlebars. I would tilt them back...

I like these handlebars. I would tilt them back towards me to make it a easier ride. What I don't like is the fact I would to most likely change all the cables out.
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-03-11, 10:54 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 991
Posted By MLKATO

Right,and I'm cool with that. So,would I need a...

Right,and I'm cool with that. So,would I need a new stem as well? Some people suggested that I get a hybrid bike,but I like mountain bikes because to me they are the SUV's of the bike world. My next...
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-03-11, 10:07 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 991
Posted By MLKATO

The ones was looking at belong on cruisers. I was...

The ones was looking at belong on cruisers. I was looking at one with a 5" rise,I could tilt it back to please my comfort. I don't ride the deep woods or do the knarley downhills. I ride mostly on...
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-02-11, 11:48 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 991
Posted By MLKATO

Handlebars: Straight or risers?

I'm looking to add a different handlebar to my stock bike. I'd like to go with a riser bar,somewhat similar to a bmx but shorter and no bar across it. I perfer more upright postion when I ride and I...
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-31-11, 03:33 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,442
Posted By MLKATO

I agree with the OP,but there are gear snobs in...

I agree with the OP,but there are gear snobs in every hobby. As a guitar player,there seems to be headstock snobbery. Some won't let it go and insist you need a $1000 or more for a good guitar. I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-31-11, 10:01 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,102
Posted By MLKATO

I've had very few new bikes in my life time. The...

I've had very few new bikes in my life time. The last one in 1995. I haven't ridden that until recently.Now that I ride,do I feel envy of those who ride new bikes? No! Now I would like to get a newer...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-30-11, 11:26 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,885
Posted By MLKATO

Which is why I ride a mountain bike. Since I have...

Which is why I ride a mountain bike. Since I have heart problems,I can't over do it like I used to. I bought my mtb years ago and it's a great do it all bike. The tires aren't overly heavy like some...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-29-11, 11:44 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,699
Posted By MLKATO

They do make Gatorade in powder form. Works good...

They do make Gatorade in powder form. Works good for me. We had the mix at work for years and it done a good job.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-29-11, 08:06 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,692
Posted By MLKATO

Favorite sports drink,other than water.

While I agree there's nothing to beat but good ice water,I like something to give me a good pick me up afterwards. I like good old fashioned Gatorade. And I like the original flavor lemon-lime. My...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-24-11, 12:49 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 581
Posted By MLKATO

That's a great option. I chose a mountain bike...

That's a great option. I chose a mountain bike because I wanted a do it all. I can change tires if I want to and go with the more road option. If you only have one bike,you'll want one that is sturdy...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-24-11, 12:32 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 607
Posted By MLKATO

Bag or basket?

I'm thinking about adding a handlebar bag or a basket for my mtb.This will be a carry all everything form store items to possibly small dog. I saw some pet carrying handle bar bags on a website and...
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-23-11, 11:46 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 24,041
Posted By MLKATO

The only bike I have is a 1995 Raliegh M-50....

The only bike I have is a 1995 Raliegh M-50. Great bike,just had it tuned up and added a new chain.I use it for general purposes.
Forum: Recreational & Family
07-23-11, 09:08 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 774
Posted By MLKATO

I saw on another site where folks would pull...

I saw on another site where folks would pull their dogs behind on trailers.Pretty big dogs,on tour yet. I can't see myself on a loaded bike pulling a trailer with a additonal 70 lbs. I couldn't see...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-23-11, 01:09 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 352
Posted By MLKATO

Looks like you all had a nice day. I sure love...

Looks like you all had a nice day. I sure love mountains,wish ours were like that!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-23-11, 01:06 AM
Replies: 118
Views: 10,286
Posted By MLKATO

Usually those making comments or mocking with...

Usually those making comments or mocking with passengers are just trying to entertain their friends. Those that are complaing and yelling alone are jerks with a attitude. What are they trying to...
Forum: Commuting
07-21-11, 08:41 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,231
Posted By MLKATO

If I ever win the big one,I'll be moving.

If I ever win the big one,I'll be moving.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-21-11, 10:02 AM
Replies: 673
Views: 95,866
Posted By MLKATO

It's bad enough that I drool over some of your...

It's bad enough that I drool over some of your bikes,but now I'm drooling over guitars! I had to sell my vintage items years ago,guitars include '72 Fender Jazz bass,82 Gibson Victory bass,'78 Fender...
Forum: Recreational & Family
07-20-11, 11:04 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 774
Posted By MLKATO

Riding with pets.

I posted this in the General Dicussion page,but maybe I'll get a reponse here. I saw a neat little handle bar bag that was made for carrying small dogs,like miniture poodle,pug,etc. I know a lot of...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-20-11, 12:22 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 295
Posted By MLKATO

Riding with Fido or other pets.

I saw a pretty cool concept,a pet carrier for your bike.This is for the smaller toy size dogs,cats or ferrets if you so desire.Now my dog is too big even if I add a leash to my bike.A 120 lb dog will...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-18-11, 10:40 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 763
Posted By MLKATO

Machka,you've seen some pretty stuff. We have...

Machka,you've seen some pretty stuff. We have nice sencery in the fall with the colored trees. I love pictures of mountains.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-17-11, 07:18 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 763
Posted By MLKATO

Pictures are better than words!

Pictures are better than words!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-17-11, 07:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 931
Posted By MLKATO

Locking up the wheels and taking the seat will...

Locking up the wheels and taking the seat will most likely keep a thief from stealing your bike.....unless he thinks it's a expensive brand.Some people will steal anything and everything.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-17-11, 09:19 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,015
Posted By MLKATO

The other day on the news the weatherman was...

The other day on the news the weatherman was doing a study of colors in the heat. He found out that a white car was 40 degrees cooler than a black one. I guess this study would also do in clothing....
Forum: Touring
07-16-11, 02:46 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 15,577
Posted By MLKATO

There has been a lot of mountain bikes modified...

There has been a lot of mountain bikes modified for that same reason. Longer stems,cruiser bars and better rolling resistence tires has made it easier.It would be cheaper than trying to rebuild a...
Forum: Commuting
07-13-11, 02:42 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,108
Posted By MLKATO

Another thing you might want to consider is...

Another thing you might want to consider is getting caught in a hail storm. It can happen several times in a pop up shower,especially here in the South. I have seen anything from pea size to golf...
Forum: Touring
07-12-11, 10:23 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 5,050
Posted By MLKATO

If you're lucky enough to find a Corps of...

If you're lucky enough to find a Corps of Enginers area,you will find them clean and cheap,sometimes crowded. Like everything else,it depends on what time of the year you go. One good campground here...
Forum: Commuting
07-11-11, 08:54 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,059
Posted By MLKATO

I wondering who was scared worse,the cylist or...

I wondering who was scared worse,the cylist or the bear? :D
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-10-11, 06:56 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 6,601
Posted By MLKATO

^ This ^ Unless you are a professional rider,and...

^ This ^ Unless you are a professional rider,and they give you bikes by sponser,or very rich,why a $3000 bike? There's no sense in spending that kind of bucks on one bike. If you're %1000 into...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-07-11, 12:48 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 629
Posted By MLKATO

Beautiful pictures! I couldn't imagine having...

Beautiful pictures! I couldn't imagine having scenery like that to ride on a everyday basis. Great pictures,it would be worth the workout just to have the chance of seeing this.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-29-11, 03:07 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 392
Posted By MLKATO

Can't beat that with a stick. A bike is a bike!

Can't beat that with a stick. A bike is a bike!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-29-11, 03:05 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 932
Posted By MLKATO

That's pretty cool. I wish I could be car free. I...

That's pretty cool. I wish I could be car free. I guess I am,since my wife drives the most,lol! Too most people,that be crazy,but to me it speaks being independent. It takes more guts to do what...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-29-11, 12:13 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 932
Posted By MLKATO

Other than weight loss,what else would you like to do in cycling?

I've always wanted to do a bike tour. I'm going to have to ride more miles to have a good successful tour,but I've always admired those who do this. My brother who knows I like to study the old west...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-28-11, 03:36 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 690
Posted By MLKATO

The new bike paths are found by the area over by...

The new bike paths are found by the area over by Wal-Mart by the mall. The only true bike lane I've ever seen is a small strip on Rolling Hills.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-27-11, 01:30 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 690
Posted By MLKATO

A lot of has to do with construction,lots of...

A lot of has to do with construction,lots of apartment complexes,buisnesses,etc. There are now almost as many stop lights on 265 than on on Buisness 71.We do have lots of rural roads to ride on,but...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-27-11, 08:00 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 690
Posted By MLKATO

Disappearing shoulders?

In our area,we have some disappearing shoulders. Fifteen years ago we had a stretch of road from Springdale to Fayetteville,Ar. that went about 20 miles or so. There was also one stoplight on that...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-26-11, 07:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 900
Posted By MLKATO

I Googled it and found that it was part chrome...

I Googled it and found that it was part chrome moly/part steel. A good sturdy frame,which is what I need.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-26-11, 09:42 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 900
Posted By MLKATO

What kind of frame do I have?

I have a mid 90's Raliegh USA M-50 mountain bike. I bought for $350 back then and it is a pretty good sturdy bike. I'm trying to find out what my frame is made of. Would it be steel,chrome-moly,or...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-25-11, 09:35 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,278
Posted By MLKATO

I've always been influenced by the cyclist. There...

I've always been influenced by the cyclist. There for a while I wanted to get a motorcycle and be free with the wind. That was when we were going through Kansas to South Dakota. Then I saw some...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-25-11, 08:09 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,278
Posted By MLKATO

Who influenced you to ride?

Other than your doctors telling you that you need to excercise? Right now it's my sister,who is encouraging me to ride. And also,a lot of you all. I felt ashamed about getting out and riding my bike...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-25-11, 07:47 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,722
Posted By MLKATO

If your friend can't afford new sets of cycling...

If your friend can't afford new sets of cycling clothes,he'll be more than honored to take them.
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