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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-02-13, 02:07 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,334
Posted By fatguy_ona_bike

Finding a 61 in most good shops will be tough. My...

Finding a 61 in most good shops will be tough. My LBS was a little reluctant ordering mine a few weeks ago because I wouldn't commit to buy before a test ride. I even had a good history with the...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
06-27-13, 04:54 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 27,934
Posted By fatguy_ona_bike

Glad to hear it went well. Enjoy the bike when it...

Glad to hear it went well. Enjoy the bike when it comes in!
Forum: Road Cycling
06-27-13, 04:49 AM
Replies: 186
Views: 28,710
Posted By fatguy_ona_bike

This I can get behind. I like the theme and good...

This I can get behind. I like the theme and good choice of driver :thumb:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-26-13, 11:53 AM
Replies: 217
Views: 18,136
Posted By fatguy_ona_bike

:roflmao2: The amount of comments about our...

:roflmao2:

The amount of comments about our seats jacked up and the bars 'down low' is entertaining. You all realize that's how a road bike is supposed to be, right? And is rather comfortable?

...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
06-26-13, 10:34 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 27,934
Posted By fatguy_ona_bike

Shop had a fancier set up. It looked like a...

Shop had a fancier set up. It looked like a wooden shoe horn on a pogo stick. Does the same thing. Also:

http://www.specialized.com/us/en/bikes/road/roubaix/roubaixcompact#geometry

There's the...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
06-26-13, 10:21 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 27,934
Posted By fatguy_ona_bike

I wouldn't automatically conclude the LBS...

I wouldn't automatically conclude the LBS deviously sold the OP a wrong size. When I started riding again last year, my measurements indicated a 59 size bike (6' 3", 33.5" inseam) would be best. I...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-25-13, 01:27 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,367
Posted By fatguy_ona_bike

Well, 2008 Sora is roughly equivalent to 2013...

Well, 2008 Sora is roughly equivalent to 2013 2300. 1000 miles on a bike is even pretty low. Are they the same size? If they are, I would go try to ride them both. See if one rides better than the...
Forum: Commuting
06-20-13, 04:52 AM
Replies: 4,068
Views: 150,799
Posted By fatguy_ona_bike

Had a decent ride in today. I felt like crap in...

Had a decent ride in today. I felt like crap in the morning (more than usual), but didn't give in like I usually do when I feel this bad. The ride almost immediately perked me up. Why don't I do this...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-19-13, 01:21 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 702
Posted By fatguy_ona_bike

? I see nothing. Was there supposed to be a pic?

? I see nothing. Was there supposed to be a pic?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-18-13, 08:43 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 702
Posted By fatguy_ona_bike

What route did you take and where did you end?...

What route did you take and where did you end? Sounds like a lot of fun :thumb:
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
06-15-13, 07:52 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 27,563
Posted By fatguy_ona_bike

I found what helped my elbow pain was tipping my...

I found what helped my elbow pain was tipping my saddle up at the nose. I did about a degree and this improved my elbow feel quite a bit. Just another possibility to how to get these to fit us all.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-13-13, 07:48 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,673
Posted By fatguy_ona_bike

I figured, I was just busting balls. ...

I figured, I was just busting balls.



Some people didn't notice the bike there as it stands! It may have also done more than some others ;)



I wound up buying a tire bead jack for...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-12-13, 11:36 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,673
Posted By fatguy_ona_bike

Do they come in blue? :p I thought about checking...

Do they come in blue? :p I thought about checking out the Gatorskins as well. Once these wear out or give me issues, I'll change them. Except for the mounting, I've been very happy with these.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-12-13, 09:53 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,673
Posted By fatguy_ona_bike

That's almost exactly the way I do it, minus your...

That's almost exactly the way I do it, minus your finger trick. That's a good idea to guarantee the tube doesn't pinch. Thanks for that.

My issue with these tires is the wire bead just didn't have...
Forum: Commuting
06-12-13, 09:02 AM
Replies: 456
Views: 66,061
Posted By fatguy_ona_bike

Should update my shot at work. First ride on her...

Should update my shot at work. First ride on her that was over a mile:

http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f200/gdoelger/IMG_20130612_072304_zpsb8fb684d.jpg...
Forum: Northeast Rides and Events
06-12-13, 06:13 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,591
Posted By fatguy_ona_bike

Well that's disappointing. Is it me, or are the...

Well that's disappointing. Is it me, or are the local village gov'ts getting a little out of hand? I know I don't always agree with mine, nor my father with his.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-12-13, 05:25 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,673
Posted By fatguy_ona_bike

Both very valid points. I never thought of...

Both very valid points. I never thought of either. If these tires weren't such a ***** to mount/dismount, I'd change it for these reasons tonight.



Lol it's all good. As long as I don't wonder...
Forum: Commuting
06-12-13, 05:14 AM
Replies: 4,068
Views: 150,799
Posted By fatguy_ona_bike

Finally made it in after a while. We've been...

Finally made it in after a while. We've been having stormy weather lately and the wind is definitely indicating that. What a headwind!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-11-13, 06:52 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,673
Posted By fatguy_ona_bike

Thanks! I did pay attention a little to some of...

Thanks! I did pay attention a little to some of the other posts. Forgot about the chain to the small cog for the rear and never knew about the valve stem to tire logo. Next flat, I'll change it...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-11-13, 01:30 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,673
Posted By fatguy_ona_bike

Thanks! Well all the blue is carry over from the...

Thanks! Well all the blue is carry over from the old bike. I wanted color on the old bike and blue was common enough and it's one of my favorites. If I knew I would had been moving to this, I...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-11-13, 11:24 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,673
Posted By fatguy_ona_bike

A little update. I've gotten some good rides in...

A little update. I've gotten some good rides in and have changed/upgraded some equipment. After a few rides I wound up totaling my rear rim on a pot hole. Ouch. Went with something stronger, but not...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-11-13, 09:40 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,530
Posted By fatguy_ona_bike

Very cool. I'm in envy with your dedication. 120...

Very cool. I'm in envy with your dedication. 120 miles/week is no small task. Good going man!
Forum: Road Cycling
06-04-13, 02:36 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 667
Posted By fatguy_ona_bike

I believe Specialized always releases their new...

I believe Specialized always releases their new model year at the end of July/beginning of August. I bought my 2013 Allez last year about about that time. I also inquired about the Secteur and...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-04-13, 08:59 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 623
Posted By fatguy_ona_bike

Worked for me. Lots of cool hats. Cool hats,...

Worked for me. Lots of cool hats. Cool hats, indeed...:innocent:
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-03-13, 01:25 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 5,291
Posted By fatguy_ona_bike

I couldn't even finish that stupid video. Holy...

I couldn't even finish that stupid video. Holy crap, they really did their best to stretch it.


I kind of want to take a train into The City just give these a shot. Seems like a lot of fun!
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-03-13, 09:58 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,624
Posted By fatguy_ona_bike

This. This is amazing. I think you have the...

This. This is amazing.

I think you have the better solution to use it as a check. Thanks for the pic! :thumb:
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-29-13, 07:21 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 943
Posted By fatguy_ona_bike

I say keep it for at least a year and see how...

I say keep it for at least a year and see how much you desire to ride it. As others have said, you may appreciate it more once the 'dale is no longer 'new'. If you find you're just not using it and...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-29-13, 06:37 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,624
Posted By fatguy_ona_bike

Have you considered selling off the current...

Have you considered selling off the current computer to fund the GPS based unit? Just a thought. I've also been kicking around the idea of a second device, only so I can remove the GPS unit when I...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-24-13, 10:42 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,289
Posted By fatguy_ona_bike

If comfort is a concern, check out relaxed...

If comfort is a concern, check out relaxed geometry road bikes. I bought an Allez last year as my first serious bike and wished I tried a Secteur, but didn't know it was relaxed geometry at the time....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-24-13, 05:43 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,017
Posted By fatguy_ona_bike

^^^The rotated drops really set this off.

^^^The rotated drops really set this off.
Forum: Northeast Rides and Events
05-22-13, 09:05 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,591
Posted By fatguy_ona_bike

I plan on completing this for now. Let's see how...

I plan on completing this for now. Let's see how the summer goes.
Forum: Northeast
05-22-13, 07:27 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 738
Posted By fatguy_ona_bike

The fog kept me away Monday and Tuesday. This...

The fog kept me away Monday and Tuesday. This morning was ok, but the spokes on my new rear wheel need a tightening. They were pinging so bad I turned around after a mile. Apparently Saturday really...
Forum: Northeast
05-21-13, 09:21 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 738
Posted By fatguy_ona_bike

I was going to, but decided to save my legs/sit...

I was going to, but decided to save my legs/sit bones for Saturday. I planned on a big (to me) ride, coincidentally on the Bethpage path.

However, I biked in Last Monday and Tuesday. I would...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-20-13, 05:24 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 529
Posted By fatguy_ona_bike

Your tires should say a range on what pressure...

Your tires should say a range on what pressure they are happiest with. I would start at the higher end of that spectrum and see how you like the ride. Depending on the tire, you may be able to lower...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-20-13, 05:06 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 10,750
Posted By fatguy_ona_bike

I wish I had those clear strips! There weren't...

I wish I had those clear strips! There weren't any in the pack and no mention in the instructions. I put tape on the frame, top and bottom, and I'll mimic them by putting a strip underneath to mount...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-13, 11:37 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 10,750
Posted By fatguy_ona_bike

I don't really like the look. I first had it off...

I don't really like the look. I first had it off and thought it looked a lot cleaner. I'll be keeping it on the front one since it's not up in the air and kind of hidden. Also, I think its purpose is...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-13, 08:37 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 10,750
Posted By fatguy_ona_bike

Honestly, I'm not sure how it all worked. It look...

Honestly, I'm not sure how it all worked. It look me a bit but finally balanced with no rubbing and some decent clearance for debris; about 1/8"-1/2". I bought the larger ones for 25-28 tires (I...
Forum: Commuting
05-17-13, 07:41 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,182
Posted By fatguy_ona_bike

I see these a lot at large power plants. Mostly...

I see these a lot at large power plants. Mostly the first two. The trike with a flatbed in the front looks like a hoot though.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-13, 07:16 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 10,750
Posted By fatguy_ona_bike

Since everyone else is posting, here's my one and...

Since everyone else is posting, here's my one and only bike:
http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f200/gdoelger/IMG_20130507_073645_zpsc3fa59c0.jpg...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-15-13, 06:47 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,356
Posted By fatguy_ona_bike

Here's my aide in the derailment of the thread: ...

Here's my aide in the derailment of the thread:
I had 25 Specialized Espoir Sport tires that came with the bike. had a bad streak of flats and the ride was rough. I tried all sorts of pressures and...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-15-13, 06:36 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 632
Posted By fatguy_ona_bike

Damn that's rough. Glad to hear you're coming out...

Damn that's rough. Glad to hear you're coming out of it and best of luck continuing on!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-15-13, 06:35 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 662
Posted By fatguy_ona_bike

If she says no cycling, don't cycle. The last...

If she says no cycling, don't cycle. The last thing you want is leg surgery that you didn't need to repair damage you shouldn't have caused. That really sucks, but getting over the pneumonia MUCH...
Forum: Commuting
05-09-13, 12:09 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 5,237
Posted By fatguy_ona_bike

^^^^^This!

^^^^^This!
Forum: Commuting
05-09-13, 08:56 AM
Replies: 4,068
Views: 150,799
Posted By fatguy_ona_bike

A good day today. A little wet and my first...

A good day today. A little wet and my first non-fair weather ride in. Last commute I bent my rear wheel on a pot hole, but I successfully missed it this time :D
Forum: Commuting
05-09-13, 08:54 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 5,237
Posted By fatguy_ona_bike

I fear I may be a 'Pathlete' in some people's...

I fear I may be a 'Pathlete' in some people's eyes. We have a speed limit of 15 as well and I usually have no issue sticking to that (unless a hill is unoccupied and have the spare stamina :speedy:)....
Forum: Commuting
05-09-13, 08:23 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,503
Posted By fatguy_ona_bike

I agree that changing the tires (and maybe the...

I agree that changing the tires (and maybe the wheelset) to something more efficient for your current bike is the most economical way to go. You don't have to spend $texas, but some thinner slicks...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-09-13, 07:46 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,304
Posted By fatguy_ona_bike

There will always be some level of lack of...

There will always be some level of lack of comfort, as long as it's not truly painful. I've been having a lot of issues with saddle pain and think that was a big distance killer until my recent...
Forum: Commuting
05-07-13, 06:17 AM
Replies: 122
Views: 8,079
Posted By fatguy_ona_bike

Never tried a rack since my bike isn't truly set...

Never tried a rack since my bike isn't truly set up for it. Also, with the cost of a rack and decent waterproof panniers, I figured I'd try a messenger bag first. I used what I had from college last...
Forum: Commuting
05-07-13, 06:04 AM
Replies: 4,068
Views: 150,799
Posted By fatguy_ona_bike

Finally commuted for the first time in 2013. Boy...

Finally commuted for the first time in 2013. Boy did I miss it. Except for a pot giving me a nice flat spot on my rim and a fly-by, it was trouble free.




:eek: I think you found your problem!...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-07-13, 05:51 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 690
Posted By fatguy_ona_bike

Congrats!

Congrats!
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