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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-29-16, 01:22 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,020
Posted By bfs2

I just bought the SLR 4 Roubaix 105 after riding...

I just bought the SLR 4 Roubaix 105 after riding Cdale Synapse aluminum, Fuji Sportif, and a closeout Cervelo R2. Cervelo R2 is a hell of a bike but seemed more suited for racing. That thing flew...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-26-16, 03:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 753
Posted By bfs2

This is great everyone thanks for the info. I'll...

This is great everyone thanks for the info. I'll post pics if I find a winner tomorrow.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-26-16, 07:31 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,020
Posted By bfs2

Very jealous of your budget! I drool over the...

Very jealous of your budget! I drool over the higher end Roubaix, also think the Cervelo R2 is really nice. I'm trying to test ride 2015 versions this weekend so can give more input then.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-26-16, 07:24 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 753
Posted By bfs2

Test Ride Tips

Buying my first road bike this weekend, plan on test riding 4 to 5. Complete newbie with the bike shops here in Greenville SC. My hybrid came from REI. We have some great shops w all the national...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-29-16, 03:48 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,189
Posted By bfs2

Sorry quick clarification...I'm all in for disc...

Sorry quick clarification...I'm all in for disc brakes for the stopping power. No weight weenie here either just more interested in ride quality and not having to upgrade later.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-29-16, 03:22 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,189
Posted By bfs2

First Road Bike - Carbon vs Al Cannondale/Spec

This topic has been covered a ton but wanted opinions on two specific bikes. I'm 6-2, hair over 290 lbs former college lineman. I do triathlons sporadically and would like a road bike, I love...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-02-14, 05:24 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,775
Posted By bfs2

Since body types vary you may get different...

Since body types vary you may get different mileage out of this comment but I took both the Cannondale CAAD8 and Synapse out on test rides and really couldn't tell the difference in terms of...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-19-14, 06:25 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 13,419
Posted By bfs2

Very easily, I tighten the bolt on the quick...

Very easily, I tighten the bolt on the quick release so tight that it takes a set of pliers to push the quick release clamp shut. At this point I'm sure it's stressing the metal on the seat post but...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-17-14, 07:38 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 13,419
Posted By bfs2

I have this same exact problem on a Diamondback...

I have this same exact problem on a Diamondback Insight 2 Hybrid, it will literally drop 2 inches in 10 minutes of riding. I've started carrying an allen wrench to tighten the clamp as hand turning...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-11-14, 06:36 AM
Replies: 407
Views: 53,050
Posted By bfs2

So completed first triathlon yesterday, finished...

So completed first triathlon yesterday, finished in 1:55 flat which was better than I expected. Took the swim pretty easy, mixed breast stroke and freestyle to save energy. Went well other than...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-06-14, 06:56 AM
Replies: 407
Views: 53,050
Posted By bfs2

Did my last brick this morning 20 mi bike/2 mi...

Did my last brick this morning 20 mi bike/2 mi run, have the race coming up on Sunday. I plan on doing some light swimming tomorrow and taking Friday and Saturday off. Any last minute tips for a...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-11-14, 11:30 AM
Replies: 407
Views: 53,050
Posted By bfs2

Big ups to Zoxe, I did a reverse? brick (ran...

Big ups to Zoxe, I did a reverse? brick (ran 1.75 miles, then bike 20 miles) and holy cow. My legs are completely wrecked and I lost like 6 pounds of water weight during the workout. I can't...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-09-14, 07:29 AM
Replies: 407
Views: 53,050
Posted By bfs2

Thanks for the DM WebFootFreak, I don't have...

Thanks for the DM WebFootFreak, I don't have enough posts to respond. All information is certainly appreciated since I'm so new to this. I sweat buckets so a cotton tshirt isn't an option over a...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-09-14, 06:23 AM
Replies: 407
Views: 53,050
Posted By bfs2

Congrats WebFootFreak, 1:51 is an awesome time! ...

Congrats WebFootFreak, 1:51 is an awesome time! If I get that in August I'll be beyond excited.

Have another question for everyone, I found a pair of XXL Pearl Izumi Elite tri shorts at...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-21-14, 09:14 AM
Replies: 303
Views: 12,326
Posted By bfs2

Thanks for the knowledge, I think I'll just break...

Thanks for the knowledge, I think I'll just break them out like IBOHUNT. The vast majority of my running is done on a treadmill but bike miles are about 50/50. The spin classes I take are taught by...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-21-14, 05:52 AM
Replies: 303
Views: 12,326
Posted By bfs2

Question for everyone as I'm still very new to...

Question for everyone as I'm still very new to this cycling game...do you count spin sessions as part of your log? Or is that considered like running on a treadmill i.e., not "real running". I spin...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-29-14, 07:57 AM
Replies: 407
Views: 53,050
Posted By bfs2

Name: Ben Age: 30 Clyde # of Tri's...

Name: Ben
Age: 30
Clyde
# of Tri's Completed:0

Signed up for a Sprint Tri in August, pretty excited to give it a go. I've been logging 3 miles a day 3 times a week for the last 4 months or so,...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-29-14, 05:35 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 792
Posted By bfs2

The rear wheel is 32 spokes, it was stock on the...

The rear wheel is 32 spokes, it was stock on the bike by something called Equation. I visually inspected all of the spokes and assuming they'd be visually evident none are broken. I'm hoping this...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-28-14, 08:13 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 792
Posted By bfs2

Being a total cycling newbie I didn't realize...

Being a total cycling newbie I didn't realize having the wheel out of true was such a big deal. I'll get it over to REI this week, should be a warranty repair since the bike is only 2 weeks old. ...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-28-14, 06:19 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 792
Posted By bfs2

New Clyde Here...First Ride and Tri Training Questions

Hello All,

Thanks for a very informative forum, I've learned a ton so far just lurking. I'm currently 6-2, 330lbs down from 350 since March, goal would be like 250. Former D1 college athlete so...
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