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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)

01-02-10, 05:13 PM

Replies: 51

i am thinking of pulling the trigger on a Brooks saddle.

Views: 3,177

Posted By jordanb450

6'3" 265lbs, I've put about 600 miles on my B17. ...

6'3" 265lbs, I've put about 600 miles on my B17. I will never ride another saddle. Out of the box, I felt no difference from my old saddle-which was nothing special...but it was on a week-long ride...

Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)

01-02-10, 10:54 AM

Replies: 41

SPD pedals - love - hate

Views: 3,277

Posted By jordanb450

When approaching a stop, I almost always un-clip...

When approaching a stop, I almost always un-clip both shoes. I've fallen three times in 500+ miles which I think is pretty good...I attribute most of that to un-clipping upon potential stops. For...

Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)

08-11-09, 07:57 PM

Replies: 27

clyde testing carbon bike for the long run

Views: 3,502

Posted By jordanb450

That is a beautiful bike! I look forward to...

That is a beautiful bike! I look forward to hearing about your experiences (I am 6'3" and 280lbs so we are very similar) Congratulations :thumb:

Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)

07-28-09, 09:08 AM

Replies: 12

After RAGBRAI, left hand weakness

Views: 1,194

Posted By jordanb450

Thank you all for your contributions :) It is...

Thank you all for your contributions :) It is slowly getting better. I have a road bike with drops (correct size for me)...changed my hand positions frequently, but my elbows were straight...

Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)

07-27-09, 12:12 AM

Replies: 12

After RAGBRAI, left hand weakness

Views: 1,194

Posted By jordanb450

After RAGBRAI, left hand weakness

I participated in several days of RAGBRAI this year, and now I have weakness in my left pinky (and ring finger, somewhat). I understand this is a result of my hands going numb from time to time...

Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)

07-27-09, 12:05 AM

Replies: 25

RAGBRAI Unicycle rider

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Posted By jordanb450

I planned on doing the whole week, but my rear...

I planned on doing the whole week, but my rear wheel wasn't up to the challenge. I broke spokes such that I was only able to ride days 1,3,5,6,7 (wheel was rebuilt and held up for the last three...

Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)

12-17-08, 12:41 AM

Replies: 32

YAAAAYYY for me!!

Views: 7,143

Posted By jordanb450

That is the same bike that got me into cycling...

That is the same bike that got me into cycling :thumb: I put on slicks (really helps!)...I was only able to ride 500 miles before it was stolen :rolleyes: The thing is...I didn't have ANY trouble...

Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)

12-10-08, 10:57 PM

Replies: 31

Finally got my road bike, CAAD9 7

Views: 1,462

Posted By jordanb450

I also have Tektro brakes on my road bike...I am...

I also have Tektro brakes on my road bike...I am 6'3" 270 and have similar stopping problems. Hopefully someone with a different kind of caliper can chime in...or suggest a good brake pad.
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Forum: Introductions

04-03-08, 09:23 AM

Replies: 5

Greetings from Iowa City

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Posted By jordanb450

I am also in Iowa City, though currently...

I am also in Iowa City, though currently attending the UofI. Congrats on being car-free :)

Forum: Introductions

01-29-08, 02:56 PM

Replies: 6

Also from Iowa

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Posted By jordanb450

It's nice to meet yet another member from Iowa:) ...

It's nice to meet yet another member from Iowa:) I myself am from Iowa (currently attending the University); I came from a smaller town and understand the county roads...dangerous at times! Welcome...

Forum: Introductions

01-26-08, 08:10 PM

Replies: 13

Hello From Iowa

Views: 468

Posted By jordanb450

It is very respectable to work in the hospital...

It is very respectable to work in the hospital labs, good for him:) That was my goal when I first arrived at the University...things change though lol! I like Iowa City quite a bit (always...

Forum: Introductions

01-26-08, 03:51 PM

Replies: 13

Hello From Iowa

Views: 468

Posted By jordanb450

Thank you both for the suggestions:) I attend...

Thank you both for the suggestions:) I attend the University of Iowa, but I was raised in the NE corner (Winneshiek county)...it's nice to meet someone who knows the area. We've got a lot of...

Forum: Introductions

01-26-08, 02:29 PM

Replies: 13

Hello From Iowa

Views: 468

Posted By jordanb450

I would like to stick with modern...something...

I would like to stick with modern...something light-weight:) Thanks for the welcome!!

Forum: Introductions

01-26-08, 01:44 PM

Replies: 13

Hello From Iowa

Views: 468

Posted By jordanb450

Hello From Iowa

I stumbled upon this forum while researching cheap(ish) road bikes; I have a lot to learn about components and whatnot. My current ride is of Wal-Mart quality...a Schwinn Sidewinder 2.6fs (steel...

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