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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-31-07, 04:35 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,365
Posted By Skoper

You are the only one to answer that question. I...

You are the only one to answer that question. I did the same to my wrist 9 days ago, and haven't ridden since.

I am gonna try it in about ten minutes, and see how it feels.

If your in pain...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-23-07, 02:51 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,405
Posted By Skoper

the BANANA GUARD ...

the BANANA GUARD

...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-23-07, 02:23 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 690
Posted By Skoper

It will cost you more than you will pay for the...

It will cost you more than you will pay for the bike to upgrade the components.

Also has grip shifters...... I hate grip shifters. I have them on my 93 hardrock.
Nothing worse than accidentally...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-23-07, 11:55 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,381
Posted By Skoper

Fish stinks! It reminds me of something, but...

Fish stinks!
It reminds me of something, but I get can't put my finger on what.
Forum: Commuting
08-23-07, 11:42 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,285
Posted By Skoper

Wow It must be in the air. I bit it as...

Wow

It must be in the air. I bit it as well this morning on my way in.
Some road rash on my arm, and leg, and my wrist is killing me.

I almost asked my boss to drive me home at 8 this...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-23-07, 07:17 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 690
Posted By Skoper

I have a 07 Wahoo, and love it. If you think you...

I have a 07 Wahoo, and love it. If you think you will be riding for a while I would recomend the new bike for one reason. Lifetime warranty on the frame. GF/Trek does not transfer their warranty. ...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-22-07, 07:18 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 806
Posted By Skoper

Just go out an ride, Set goals, but don't over...

Just go out an ride, Set goals, but don't over think things.
Go for a 15 mile ride. If you need to take a break along the way go ahead and take one.
I used to take 2 while doing 15 miles back in...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-22-07, 07:06 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 632
Posted By Skoper

If I was in your situation I would look at the...

If I was in your situation I would look at the Trek FX series.

I LOVE my 7.5fx.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-21-07, 08:13 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 551
Posted By Skoper

Why wait ? Go buy the bike. I bought a GF...

Why wait ?

Go buy the bike. I bought a GF Wahoo, and feel in love with riding, and commuting.
3 month later I purchased a 2008 Trek 7.5fx. 3 weeks, almost 250 miles, and 4 pounds lighter.
Trek...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-21-07, 08:08 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 19,260
Posted By Skoper

I just did 30 miles tonight on 700x32, and had no...

I just did 30 miles tonight on 700x32, and had no problems at all.
I have found that to much thinking, and not enough doing always causes me problems
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-18-07, 07:59 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,705
Posted By Skoper

I just received my Brooks B-17 in the mail from...

I just received my Brooks B-17 in the mail from Walbikes.com, and I love it.
It did cost me 85 dollars shipped, along with the care kit, but I think it will be worth it.

I have already bought 1...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-15-07, 11:07 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 13,864
Posted By Skoper

Make sure the bleede valve on the pump is tight.

Make sure the bleede valve on the pump is tight.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-06-07, 11:25 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 416
Posted By Skoper

Don't put me in that catagorie. I LOVE Michigan,...

Don't put me in that catagorie. I LOVE Michigan, and I love the eastside.
True we are going through some tough times with the Auto Industries, but when the going get tough.... you know the rest.......
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-31-07, 02:15 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 741
Posted By Skoper

I again paid a visit to the lbs today to discuss...

I again paid a visit to the lbs today to discuss my issues with the wheels.

We decided to go with a set of 29'er over the stock

http://www.bontrager.com/Mountain/Wheelworks/Wheels/17278.php
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-30-07, 08:17 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 741
Posted By Skoper

What would be a good tire to run with? Also...

What would be a good tire to run with?

Also If I break a spoke, can I ride home like that, or do I have to walk my bike home?

This may be a stupid question, but I am a new rider.

On a...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-30-07, 06:58 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 741
Posted By Skoper

Sorry... I left out that I weigh 320

Sorry... I left out that I weigh 320
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-30-07, 06:44 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 741
Posted By Skoper

New Trek 7.5fx on order

I just ordered a new 08 Trek 7.5fx yesterday, and am anxiously waiting its arrival later this week.
I pick it up the last day of the Trek Super Sale yesterday, so I received the 12 months 0...
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-16-07, 08:51 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,730
Posted By Skoper

If you are cool with only ridning on the paths go...

If you are cool with only ridning on the paths go with the FX.

It is a sweet bike
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-12-07, 07:51 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,181
Posted By Skoper

The question was to ask if it is a good price. ...

The question was to ask if it is a good price. If it is I am going to go look at it. I do not want to drive 2 hours to look at something overpriced.
My MTB is 21", I was not sure how to fit a road...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-12-07, 06:59 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 612
Posted By Skoper

Thanks to everybody that contacted me. I...

Thanks to everybody that contacted me.

I had something come up, and am out of the stste now.
I will be back in 2 weeks, and try to get in touch.

I am ready to take on Stoney
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-12-07, 06:37 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,181
Posted By Skoper

Is this a good deal?

I came across this today, and wondering if it is a decent deal.

I am 6'2, and 300lbs


Trek 370 Sport Bicycle for Sale - $150
...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-09-07, 01:39 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 653
Posted By Skoper

Dude I have been riding for about 6...

Dude


I have been riding for about 6 weeks, so everything is fresh in my head

Helmet - I do not ware one, but am going to get one this week. I hit 32mph this weekend on a down hill, and...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-09-07, 11:33 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 641
Posted By Skoper

I was worried about the wheels, and also the...

I was worried about the wheels, and also the carbon fork on the 7.5
The guy was really pushing the 7.5 to me, but at 170lbs, he is not going to have the issues I will be having.
I bought my MTB (GF...
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-09-07, 08:39 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 668
Posted By Skoper

You most likelly had no energy, because you were...

You most likelly had no energy, because you were tired after watching the Red Sox's drop 3 games to the Tigers
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-09-07, 08:19 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 641
Posted By Skoper

Trek 7.3 or 7.5 that is the Question

I was in the LBS on Saturday getting new pedals (because my Fat AZZ broke one), and I took the Trek 7.3FX out for a long test ride. There is a huge difference in speed between the FX, and my MTB.
...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-06-07, 09:02 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 612
Posted By Skoper

No wasn't me. I just moved to 25 &...

No wasn't me.


I just moved to 25 & Shelby, I have been riding for about 6 weeks now.

I just purchased a new MTB, and am getting board with the paved trails

I have been doing all road...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-05-07, 05:06 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 612
Posted By Skoper

Looking for somebody to ride with in SE Michigan

I am looking for a riding partner.

I live in Shelby Township, and back up to the Macomb Orchard Trail.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-05-07, 05:03 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 698
Posted By Skoper

Thanks for all the advice. It sounds as if I...

Thanks for all the advice.
It sounds as if I should just stick with the Wahoo.
I may look into an extra set of wheels I can swap out.

I love riding, and there is nothing wrong with my bike.......
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-05-07, 11:24 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 698
Posted By Skoper

I can travel @ about 13-15mph, but I want 20+mph ...

I can travel @ about 13-15mph, but I want 20+mph
I ride everyday, and usually put on anywhere between 10-15 miles a day
I ride to work everyday @ 3 miles each way, and then a go for a dailly night...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-05-07, 09:27 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 698
Posted By Skoper

New Clyde with bike question

Hello everybody!!

I have been monitoring this board for the past few weeks, and decided to join.
I just moved into a house that backs a Rail Trail (Macomb Orchard Trail)
So I decided cycling...
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