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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-14-14, 07:54 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,003
Posted By TheNeed4Speed

Got the spoke fixed today. Talked with the LBS...

Got the spoke fixed today. Talked with the LBS mechanic and told him that I would like to make the Mavic Open Sport 36h wheel work. I'll probably take it back for retensioning after about 100...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-13-14, 10:23 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,003
Posted By TheNeed4Speed

Interesting comments. That concept makes sense. ...

Interesting comments. That concept makes sense. At the other end of the spectrum, how do you know when tight is "too tight"? I mean surely flirting with the boundaries of over-tensioning is...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-13-14, 09:19 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,003
Posted By TheNeed4Speed

I live in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

I live in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-13-14, 08:40 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,003
Posted By TheNeed4Speed

I'm a pretty powerful rider though. Not bragging...

I'm a pretty powerful rider though. Not bragging but I'm a 6'9" powerhouse, especially compared to the typical rider.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-13-14, 08:38 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,003
Posted By TheNeed4Speed

So, does that imply that they were improperly...

So, does that imply that they were improperly tight or improperly loose? (i think I just opened a can of worms.....)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-13-14, 02:51 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,139
Posted By TheNeed4Speed

Thank you! time to start tearing apart my...

Thank you! time to start tearing apart my wheel!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-13-14, 01:10 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,139
Posted By TheNeed4Speed

How do you determine which lock ring tool is needed to take of cassette?

Sorry for the dumb question, I'm sure it's something simple, but I went to the LBS to hunt for a lock ring tool and I'm seeing at least 5 different types of lock ring tools. The bike is a Bianchi...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-12-14, 09:15 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,003
Posted By TheNeed4Speed

Those are good points, although I'm not sure that...

Those are good points, although I'm not sure that the spokes on it are 14g (2.0mm). Say for example they weren't, would replacing the spokes with 14g (2.0mm) be worth it?
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-11-14, 09:11 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,003
Posted By TheNeed4Speed

I'm 280 lbs, need road bike back wheel selection advice.

Hello friends,

I posted a few months ago after I bought my Bianchi via Nirone road bike in anticipation of wheel troubles that I would have. I'm 280 lbs. and a tall bastard too. After logging...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-08-14, 03:58 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 984
Posted By TheNeed4Speed

Finding Bike Parts

I have an old Schwinn Crosscut Hybrid that I'd like to tune up. It needs a new bottom bracket. Where would I look to find the right part for this bike and do I need any special tools to replace it?
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-26-14, 08:40 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,225
Posted By TheNeed4Speed

I think it's the pedals. Just mounted my bike...

I think it's the pedals. Just mounted my bike and put all my weight on one pedal at a time. It reproduced the noise. Should I tighten them? I think it requires special tools for my pedals. Dammit.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-26-14, 08:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 754
Posted By TheNeed4Speed

Creaking Sound Coming From the Cranks?

I have a Bianchi via Nirone 7 with about 400 miles on it. She's been good to me so far. Recently, I've noticed a light creaking, crotchety type of sound emanating from the cranks on both sides. ...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-26-14, 06:10 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 28,865
Posted By TheNeed4Speed

Yep, I agree. I'm 6'9" and absolutely love my...

Yep, I agree. I'm 6'9" and absolutely love my Bianchi via Nirone 7 63cm. I put on an angled-up stem and I have room to spare on it. When I was shopping for bikes I shared your concern and was very...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-26-14, 05:59 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,225
Posted By TheNeed4Speed

Updated on my bike: Riding has been going well....

Updated on my bike:
Riding has been going well. I'm still a solid 290. I've put on about 100 miles per week for the last 4 weeks. I have yet to install a wheel upgrade. I took the back wheel in...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
05-05-14, 04:57 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 86,861
Posted By TheNeed4Speed

I'm 6'9", riding a 63cm Bianchi Via Nirone 7 with...

I'm 6'9", riding a 63cm Bianchi Via Nirone 7 with a stem lift (raises the handlebars a few inches). I am happy with how well it fits. For a while it was looking like I would have to choke down on a...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-05-14, 06:31 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,225
Posted By TheNeed4Speed

holy **** that is bad ass! haha nice.

holy **** that is bad ass! haha nice.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-04-14, 07:46 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,225
Posted By TheNeed4Speed

thanks brawlo, good advice.

thanks brawlo, good advice.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-04-14, 07:45 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,225
Posted By TheNeed4Speed

Hey cyc: On Amazon I'm seeing 2 types of the...

Hey cyc:

On Amazon I'm seeing 2 types of the Alpine III spoke:
DT Alpine III Black 293m m 2.34/1.8/2.0...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-04-14, 05:35 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,225
Posted By TheNeed4Speed

Well, guess what...took it out for a ride today...

Well, guess what...took it out for a ride today after putting about 100 miles on it since I bought it and noticed a little ticking sound in the back wheel. Stopped, felt around on the back spokes,...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-30-14, 01:58 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,225
Posted By TheNeed4Speed

those expensive?

those expensive?
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-30-14, 01:58 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,225
Posted By TheNeed4Speed

How soon before the back tire goes on me?...

How soon before the back tire goes on me?...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-30-14, 08:55 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,225
Posted By TheNeed4Speed

By 23 mm I'm referring to the tire width.

By 23 mm I'm referring to the tire width.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-30-14, 08:53 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,225
Posted By TheNeed4Speed

tubeless? you mean as in a solid tire?

tubeless? you mean as in a solid tire?
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-30-14, 06:19 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,225
Posted By TheNeed4Speed

excellent advice, thank you. Yes, I'm not...

excellent advice, thank you. Yes, I'm not confident in those 28 spoke wheels.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-29-14, 09:30 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,225
Posted By TheNeed4Speed

Seeking road bike wheel building advice for a 290 pounder

Helllo, I recently purchased a Bianchi Nirone 63cm fits me great (I'm 6'9"). The wheels are 23mm, 130mm hub, 28 spokes. I am getting prepared for when this back wheel starts to crap out and looking...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-29-14, 06:57 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,378
Posted By TheNeed4Speed

Bill- How do you recommend I inspect the...

Bill-
How do you recommend I inspect the spokes? Brush along them lightly and feel for unequal tension and then tighten those?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-29-14, 06:56 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,378
Posted By TheNeed4Speed

MaddoxDRX4000. Does that sound familiar. The...

MaddoxDRX4000. Does that sound familiar. The bike is a 63 cm Bianchi Nirone. I'm sure they are factory wheels.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-28-14, 11:43 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,378
Posted By TheNeed4Speed

Thank you!

Thank you!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-28-14, 11:42 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,378
Posted By TheNeed4Speed

They did reccomend I buy a heavier wheel but...

They did reccomend I buy a heavier wheel but after thinking about it for a few days and hearing of different accounts by heavier riders, I decided not to spend the extra 500 dollars and take my...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-27-14, 08:43 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,378
Posted By TheNeed4Speed

Thanks blues! Great advice.

Thanks blues! Great advice.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-27-14, 08:24 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,378
Posted By TheNeed4Speed

Thanks FB. I think my forks are 130mm. I agree...

Thanks FB. I think my forks are 130mm. I agree with you about 36 spokes giving me more options. I know there's probably a shyt ton of websites that sell wheel parts, but do you know of any good...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-27-14, 07:31 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,378
Posted By TheNeed4Speed

This question probably sounds dumb but what does...

This question probably sounds dumb but what does it mean to lace a wheel 4X? does that mean 40 spokes and hubs with 40 holes?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-27-14, 06:46 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,378
Posted By TheNeed4Speed

Seeking back wheel building advice for a 290 lb. road bike rider.

I just bought a new road bike and the frame is a great fit for my 6'9" stature. The shop I bought it at recommended that I get a wheel with a higher weight capacity such as a 40 spoker. I'm looking...
Forum: Introductions
04-27-14, 06:27 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 334
Posted By TheNeed4Speed

Hello friends!

Hello everyone, thanks for having me, nice to meet you all. I've been riding a hybrid for the last couple years and recently upgraded to a road bike and I love her. I am a larger rider at 6'9" and...
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