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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-02-14, 11:49 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,872
Posted By suzcruzrides

The fact that you are on a bike at 400 lbs is...

The fact that you are on a bike at 400 lbs is amazing! When I was at my highest (last year) at 335 lbs there was no way I would try to ride a bike. When I got to the 280's the most I could do was...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-01-14, 10:55 AM
Replies: 242
Views: 9,435
Posted By suzcruzrides

Not sure what to set for a goal but got started...

Not sure what to set for a goal but got started anyway.
Finished the Maine Women's Ride in Freeport this morning.
6/1 - 25 miles
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-31-14, 06:15 AM
Replies: 303
Views: 12,281
Posted By suzcruzrides

5/3 - 20.6 5/9 - 22.42 5/11 - 12.2 5/22 -...

5/3 - 20.6
5/9 - 22.42
5/11 - 12.2
5/22 - 12.2
5/23 - 25.5
5/28 - 6.29
5/31 - 12.55

Total - 111.76
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-28-14, 09:55 AM
Replies: 924
Views: 45,013
Posted By suzcruzrides

My sister is doing WW. She has dropped about 70...

My sister is doing WW. She has dropped about 70 lbs & is 6 lbs from her goal weight. I tried WW three times & gained weight. :rolleyes:
Congrats to all of you on your success!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-28-14, 09:30 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 880
Posted By suzcruzrides

Congrats on getting started & setting goals!...

Congrats on getting started & setting goals! :thumb:

My first ride last year in July was less than 2 miles but it didn't take long to get to 10 & up from there. Our weather this year has been...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-14, 09:07 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 7,238
Posted By suzcruzrides

I started with this ^^ bag but found it to be too...

I started with this ^^ bag but found it to be too small so I bought another one & found it to be too big. Then, I found this one:
Ibera Water Resistant Strap-On Reflective SeatPak...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-27-14, 04:54 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,871
Posted By suzcruzrides

I watched this video, it was very helpful but it...

I watched this video, it was very helpful but it did take me a lot longer than 15 minutes. :rolleyes:
I was able to get what I needed at my local Wal-Mart. I live in a remote area so shopping...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-25-14, 06:48 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,871
Posted By suzcruzrides

I did it! It was quite dirty but now I know what...

I did it! It was quite dirty but now I know what to do it will be easier to keep it up. Thanks for your input.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-25-14, 05:22 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,871
Posted By suzcruzrides

Do you clean your

bike or leave it to the pros?
My bike is dirty & needs a good cleaning. I will be doing an event this weekend & would like it to be squeaky clean :)
Is this something I can do myself or should I...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-23-14, 08:39 PM
Replies: 303
Views: 12,281
Posted By suzcruzrides

5/3 - 20.6 5/9 - 22.42 5/11 - 12.2 5/22 -...

5/3 - 20.6
5/9 - 22.42
5/11 - 12.2
5/22 - 12.2
5/ 23 - 25.5 (very windy again even though the weather channel said 3-5 mph winds :notamused:

Total - 92.92

On June 1st I'm doing a women's...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-22-14, 06:59 PM
Replies: 303
Views: 12,281
Posted By suzcruzrides

After 10 days of wind, rain & both at the same...

After 10 days of wind, rain & both at the same time :P I finally got to ride today! Did an easy 12.2 miles.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-12-14, 05:06 AM
Replies: 303
Views: 12,281
Posted By suzcruzrides

Yikes! Glad you kept a safe distance. I'm always...

Yikes! Glad you kept a safe distance. I'm always scanning the sides of the road for moose, deer & bears. They will just wander into the road.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-12-14, 04:58 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 780
Posted By suzcruzrides

Aroostook County, near the Canadian border north....

Aroostook County, near the Canadian border north. :)
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-11-14, 08:01 AM
Replies: 303
Views: 12,281
Posted By suzcruzrides

5/10 - no ride. Oldest daughter's college...

5/10 - no ride. Oldest daughter's college graduation - manga cumlaude! Yes, I am proud of her. This kid almost flunked out of middle school.
5/11 - 12.2
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-11-14, 07:48 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 780
Posted By suzcruzrides

:lol:

:lol:
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-11-14, 05:27 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 780
Posted By suzcruzrides

That accent is for southern Maine. I'm in the...

That accent is for southern Maine. I'm in the northern part where we speak proper English ;)

Little Darwin - I don't let the way people speak to me affect me. If they were being rude they...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-10-14, 04:55 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 780
Posted By suzcruzrides

This doesn't have much to do with anything.....

...but it made me laugh. I live in a rural farming area. Yesterday I went a route I had never been that my LBS recommended. In the distance I see two old farmer guys on the side of the road chatting....
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-09-14, 05:54 PM
Replies: 303
Views: 12,281
Posted By suzcruzrides

Not many opportunities to ride so far this month...

Not many opportunities to ride so far this month due to weather but my mileage is a lot better. :)
5/3 - 20.60
5/9 - 22.42

This was a new route for me. Nice little park by the river at the end...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-09-14, 04:39 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,525
Posted By suzcruzrides

Thanks! fietsbob - Glad to hear you had some...

Thanks!
fietsbob - Glad to hear you had some hands on experience with the Neko. This was no small purchase for me. I agonized over which bike to get for 4 months - longer than I take to buy a car!...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-08-14, 11:53 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,525
Posted By suzcruzrides

Just to clarify....I am female, have had my bike...

Just to clarify....I am female, have had my bike 2 months but have only ridden it about 12 times (too much snow, rain & high winds). My bike is a hybrid - Trek Neko SL (women's design). The reason...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-08-14, 05:46 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,525
Posted By suzcruzrides

I haven't been able to do a long ride yet since...

I haven't been able to do a long ride yet since the bar ends were installed, just a short commute to work so I haven't been able to "test" them. The ER doctor & the nurse at my doctor's office said I...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-08-14, 05:06 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 11,831
Posted By suzcruzrides

I bought a helmet mounted mirror to try but it's...

I bought a helmet mounted mirror to try but it's never left the house. :P I wear progressive lenses so when I look to the side there is no prescription, no way to focus. Wish I would have known that...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-07-14, 06:26 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,525
Posted By suzcruzrides

Thanks for the suggestions. I've never seen the...

Thanks for the suggestions. I've never seen the trekking bars but I will check them out.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-07-14, 11:29 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,525
Posted By suzcruzrides

Bar ends

Last week I posted about my visit to the ER, thought I was having a heart attack or stroke but found out I have arthritis in my neck that is pinching a nerve. I have an appt to see my doc next week....
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-05-14, 04:45 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 819
Posted By suzcruzrides

Congrats on beating yourself! :thumb:

Congrats on beating yourself! :thumb:
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-04-14, 07:35 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,166
Posted By suzcruzrides

Congrats getting started on your new adventure!...

Congrats getting started on your new adventure! Five miles is a great beginning. My first ride last year was less than two, did 20 yesterday.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-04-14, 06:09 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,481
Posted By suzcruzrides

Yeah, story of my life! LOL. Nothing serious,...

Yeah, story of my life! LOL. Nothing serious, just one bloody, sore elbow. At least I'm consistent. :rolleyes:
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-04-14, 10:53 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,481
Posted By suzcruzrides

I got these pedals at my LBS & paid double this...

I got these pedals at my LBS & paid double this for them: Amazon.com : Shimano PD-M424 SPD Pedal (9/16-Inch, Black/Silver) : Bike Pedals : Sports & Outdoors...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-03-14, 10:02 AM
Replies: 303
Views: 12,281
Posted By suzcruzrides

I hope your surgery went well & you have a speedy...

I hope your surgery went well & you have a speedy recovery!

Getting closer to my 25 mile goal - rode 20.6 this morning. Took a new route, had to partially walk a couple of hills but it was great!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-01-14, 11:47 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 822
Posted By suzcruzrides

Thanks - sadly, we don't have many events...

Thanks - sadly, we don't have many events locally. We are quite isolated from a lot of things so in order to participate in events like this we do need to travel. The only local even I would feel...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-01-14, 10:53 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 822
Posted By suzcruzrides

MikeRides - it's not an actual club. The ride...

MikeRides - it's not an actual club. The ride starts at my LBS and anybody who wants to go shows up & they head out at a designated time. The meander ride is on Mondays but on Wednesday that's...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-30-14, 04:49 PM
Replies: 317
Views: 13,017
Posted By suzcruzrides

Last day of April! Ended up with 89 total miles,...

Last day of April! Ended up with 89 total miles, only 11 days of riding (first day outside was 4/12). Did a lot better than I thought.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-30-14, 04:42 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 822
Posted By suzcruzrides

Thanks for all the suggestions - great info, lots...

Thanks for all the suggestions - great info, lots to think about. I appreciate it! Will definitely give you an update after the ride. :)
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-30-14, 09:42 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 822
Posted By suzcruzrides

Looking for some suggestions/advice

I've always enjoyed cycling & started seriously riding the end of last summer as part of my weight loss effort. This spring I bought a new bike & wanted to challenge myself to ride more miles &...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-30-14, 08:00 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 6,253
Posted By suzcruzrides

We have a lot of people moving here to The County...

We have a lot of people moving here to The County to get away from crowded cities & bad environments. Trouble is, they are crowding us out & bringing their issues with them. Somehow word got out...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-30-14, 07:54 AM
Replies: 317
Views: 13,017
Posted By suzcruzrides

Congrats on your awesome double success!

Congrats on your awesome double success!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-30-14, 04:59 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,598
Posted By suzcruzrides

Those people who do ride too fast & are...

Those people who do ride too fast & are inconsiderate are the ones (as always) who make it bad for the rest of us. When I alert people I'm coming they turn their heads enough so I can see a scowl on...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-29-14, 08:10 PM
Replies: 317
Views: 13,017
Posted By suzcruzrides

Got in a 7.5 mile ride after work.

Got in a 7.5 mile ride after work.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-29-14, 04:35 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,598
Posted By suzcruzrides

Don't get me started on this topic! I just came...

Don't get me started on this topic! I just came back from my ride - UGH! I wish I could ride on the roads but I live in the city limits AKA "the hole". In order to get out of this town you have to go...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-29-14, 01:22 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 6,253
Posted By suzcruzrides

Wow, as a fellow Mainer....... "Maine, not the...

Wow, as a fellow Mainer....... "Maine, not the way life used to be".
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-29-14, 11:19 AM
Replies: 317
Views: 13,017
Posted By suzcruzrides

mrodgers - that's a great story & you are a great...

mrodgers - that's a great story & you are a great dad! Glad you had a nice birthday.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-29-14, 09:20 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 880
Posted By suzcruzrides

I'm always the first one to tell other people...

I'm always the first one to tell other people they should get checked out right away but the last one to take my own advice.;)
After seeing what my parents went through, I decided not to wait. ...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-29-14, 04:42 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 880
Posted By suzcruzrides

E.R. Visit

Yesterday I made a visit to the local E.R. I have not been feeling well for a few days & was having a weird unexplainable feeling in my left arm. Given my family history (both parents died from...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-27-14, 05:31 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,777
Posted By suzcruzrides

Congrats on your successful ride (minus the crash...

Congrats on your successful ride (minus the crash of course)!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-27-14, 11:01 AM
Replies: 317
Views: 13,017
Posted By suzcruzrides

Did my usual 7.25 miles route this morning. I'm...

Did my usual 7.25 miles route this morning. I'm sounding like a broken record about the wind & cold temps, 41°F & windy again. Hope I'm not still saying this in July :P
Our lakes & rivers are still...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-26-14, 12:23 PM
Replies: 317
Views: 13,017
Posted By suzcruzrides

Funny how you picked up on those similarities. :)...

Funny how you picked up on those similarities. :) I got my Wal-Mart bike July 4th & my longest ride last summer was 18 miles. I'm about 60lbs lighter now than I was then so that plus a better bike...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-26-14, 11:57 AM
Replies: 317
Views: 13,017
Posted By suzcruzrides

Yes! Got in 14 miles today & my first 2...

Yes!

Got in 14 miles today & my first 2 crashes :rolleyes:
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-26-14, 11:53 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,535
Posted By suzcruzrides

Congrats! It took me a year to lose 110lbs, still...

Congrats! It took me a year to lose 110lbs, still have 70 to go. I got myself a new bike as a present too. :thumb:
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-25-14, 06:02 PM
Replies: 317
Views: 13,017
Posted By suzcruzrides

You go girl! :thumb: I was able to get in...

You go girl! :thumb:

I was able to get in 7.25 chilly miles after work today. My toosh & toes were quite cool when I got home. Looks like mid 30°F to mid 40°F tomorrow morning before the rain...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-25-14, 01:23 PM
Replies: 317
Views: 13,017
Posted By suzcruzrides

​Thanks! Going to try to get out today after work...

​Thanks! Going to try to get out today after work & tomorrow is looking decent too. :D
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