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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-12-12, 06:43 AM
Replies: 129
Views: 5,509
Posted By markdavid570

How does your foot strike the ground? I was...

How does your foot strike the ground? I was trying for awhile to maintain a forefoot strike (on the balls of my feet), but it really bothers my shins when I try. Lately, instead I've been trying to...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-11-12, 09:21 AM
Replies: 129
Views: 5,509
Posted By markdavid570

Runner's World magazine (and the website) has...

Runner's World magazine (and the website) has been a great resource for me. I love running and cycling, but I've spent the past couple years with the mindset that I can only do one or the other...so...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-04-12, 01:30 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,658
Posted By markdavid570

Oddly enough, I just had surgery to fix a ventral...

Oddly enough, I just had surgery to fix a ventral hernia about two months ago. It was only very minor, but still enough that it needed to be fixed. The surgeon fixed it with a mesh screen, so...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-24-10, 09:17 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 490
Posted By markdavid570

Ride them and see what feels best. Personally,...

Ride them and see what feels best. Personally, I'd probably go for the Giant Defy. The LBS here really believes in Giant and usually says that for the price you get a better deal than with other...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-19-10, 07:18 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,336
Posted By markdavid570

The Giant Defy line might also be something to...

The Giant Defy line might also be something to check out.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-13-10, 06:12 AM
Replies: 747
Views: 41,440
Posted By markdavid570

I would imagine that with as many diseases and...

I would imagine that with as many diseases and infections out there, that they would want to cover all their bases and make sure everyone is protecting themselves. If nothing else, so that at least...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-12-10, 02:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 550
Posted By markdavid570

Haha...I get "cool guy-ed" by about half the...

Haha...I get "cool guy-ed" by about half the riders I see out as well. I try to say at least aknowledge others with a nod or a slight wave, but only a few really seem to respond. Oh well...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-12-10, 07:27 AM
Replies: 747
Views: 41,440
Posted By markdavid570

I've read all of this thread so far and I have...

I've read all of this thread so far and I have not commented on anything...but I can't not say something about this. Why do you need know how bloodborne pathogens are transmitted? Well...I would...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-10-10, 12:52 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 550
Posted By markdavid570

Congratulations! Sounds like it was an awesome...

Congratulations! Sounds like it was an awesome ride! Keep it up!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-09-10, 08:06 AM
Replies: 4
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Views: 450
Posted By markdavid570

Haha...I took a wrong turn on my ride on...

Haha...I took a wrong turn on my ride on Saturday! I knew I needed to take "Mountain Road", and I quickly found out why it is named that way! I saw it as a challenge and just worked my way up the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-09-10, 07:56 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 7,359
Posted By markdavid570

I've only had a chance to skim over this thread,...

I've only had a chance to skim over this thread, but my very novice advice is to see if you can try to ride bikes with frames similar to what you're considering buying and decide from there. I agree...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-04-10, 02:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,794
Posted By markdavid570

Thanks guys! I'll keep an eye on it.

Thanks guys! I'll keep an eye on it.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-04-10, 11:37 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,794
Posted By markdavid570

How much air pressure loss is normal?

I recently bought a decent stand pump with an attached guage so that I can make sure that my tires are properly inflated. The max pressure listed in my tire (700x28) is 85 psi. The other day, I...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-03-10, 07:25 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 598
Posted By markdavid570

That's a good point. I went on the ride with...

That's a good point. I went on the ride with more hills yesterday and felt a bit more "worn out" after. However, I did notice that while I spent more time going up hills...I also spent more time...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-02-10, 12:17 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 598
Posted By markdavid570

Burning Calories with Time, Distance, Hills, etc.

First, let me start off by saying that I'm not looking for advice on how to lose a ton of weight...I know...burning more calories than what is taken in...best way is through a proper diet...

With...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-19-10, 09:13 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,556
Posted By markdavid570

Haha...I'm glad I'm not the only one that gets...

Haha...I'm glad I'm not the only one that gets (borderline) irrationally angry with bad drivers! One day I was starting a ride and was at a red light that crosses a pretty busy highway. I was the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-16-10, 09:03 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,975
Posted By markdavid570

Yeah, that's kind of how I feel too. I currently...

Yeah, that's kind of how I feel too. I currently have only two pairs of cycling shorts that I usually rotate once each week. Well...that is until now that I've stopped wearing something underneath. I...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-16-10, 08:59 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 504
Posted By markdavid570

About the handlebars, I have a hybrid with flat...

About the handlebars, I have a hybrid with flat bars as well and I can say that I definitely run into issues with my hands getting numb at times. I do have bar ends on mine and I've been finding...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-15-10, 08:19 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,975
Posted By markdavid570

I don't. My usual rides are anywhere from one to...

I don't. My usual rides are anywhere from one to two hours depending on the day and whatever else I have going on. With that being the case, I bring enough water for the ride and I don't see the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-15-10, 07:36 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,975
Posted By markdavid570

I don't do tours, so I guess there's nothing to...

I don't do tours, so I guess there's nothing to "get over".
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-15-10, 07:06 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,975
Posted By markdavid570

Haha...it's not so much the social anxiety. I...

Haha...it's not so much the social anxiety. I mean...first of all, I usually wear a pair of mesh shorts over my cycling shorts, but second of all, if I'm wearing my cycling shorts, then I'm probably...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-15-10, 06:31 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,975
Posted By markdavid570

UPDATE: Well...I finally got out for a ride...

UPDATE:

Well...I finally got out for a ride last night to give this a shot. It was my first ride without wearing my normal boxer-briefs under my cycling shorts. All in all, it was MUCH more...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-13-10, 09:37 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,975
Posted By markdavid570

Well...I usually do wear a pair of Under Armour...

Well...I usually do wear a pair of Under Armour mesh shorts over my cycling shorts anyway. I guess I've been wearing my boxer-briefs under them just for the comfort. I've never been a "commando...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-13-10, 09:29 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,210
Posted By markdavid570

Does anyone use insulated water bottles? I've...

Does anyone use insulated water bottles? I've seen the Polar bottles and was thinking about using them for when it's as hot as it has been. Any thoughts?
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-12-10, 11:30 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,975
Posted By markdavid570

Hmm...haha...I guess I'll give it a try tonight!

Hmm...haha...I guess I'll give it a try tonight!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-12-10, 09:51 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,975
Posted By markdavid570

Cycling Shorts Question

Disclaimer: I'm not trying to get too personal here, just wanted to see what other people are experiencing!

Okay, so I've been trying to ride anywhere from 80-100 miles a week...more if my...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-07-10, 07:55 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,601
Posted By markdavid570

I think I'd go with the LBS that's closest to...

I think I'd go with the LBS that's closest to where you live. It seemed to be a good experience and having a relationship with them is almost as important as the bike itself. When I started getting...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-02-10, 09:32 AM
Replies: 136
Views: 4,398
Posted By markdavid570

Yeah, I guess I didn't mention that I try to get...

Yeah, I guess I didn't mention that I try to get out for some slightly longer rides on weekends as well. Nothing major, but I try to do a bit more than my normal weeknight rides. As I've said...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-02-10, 07:28 AM
Replies: 136
Views: 4,398
Posted By markdavid570

I guess the best thing is to mix it up? I'm not...

I guess the best thing is to mix it up? I'm not looking to train for a race or get massive quads or anything. I just want to trim down a bit and get a good cardio workout. Right now, according to...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-01-10, 12:42 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 4,398
Posted By markdavid570

Thanks for your input on this. As far as eating...

Thanks for your input on this. As far as eating before a ride...well...most times I ride right after work. On a typical day I'll eat lunch around 12:00 or 12:30, then ride after work around 5:00 or...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-01-10, 08:42 AM
Replies: 136
Views: 4,398
Posted By markdavid570

10 Wheels -- I get that. I was asking about the...

10 Wheels -- I get that. I was asking about the cycling aspect only. Thanks anyway.

spooner -- Thanks for the information.

I guess the reason why I'm asking is because I hear people talk...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-01-10, 07:33 AM
Replies: 136
Views: 4,398
Posted By markdavid570

Well, this thread has ended up at a great place...

Well, this thread has ended up at a great place for me to ask a question that I've been wondering about lately. Earlier in the thread, Pamestique made a comment about changing your attitude about...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-30-10, 01:53 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 600
Posted By markdavid570

Good call on the hybrid. That's what I...

Good call on the hybrid. That's what I did...but...of course...now I really want a road bike! That being said, I'm glad I started on my Giant because I feel that it was a good "introduction" to...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-30-10, 09:21 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 600
Posted By markdavid570

For $1000 you should definitely be able to find...

For $1000 you should definitely be able to find something you'll like and that can support you. Depending on the type of riding you're planning to do, you'll hear different suggestions on different...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-30-10, 06:56 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 3,387
Posted By markdavid570

Mine stays in the room just off our kitchen. I'd...

Mine stays in the room just off our kitchen. I'd love to have a garage for it, but I guess we'll have to think about that when we try to buy a house!

I'm glad this came up, because I wondering...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-24-10, 08:41 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 754
Posted By markdavid570

Ugh...I guess I'll just spend the extra few...

Ugh...I guess I'll just spend the extra few dollars for the better pump!

Thanks!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-24-10, 06:44 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 754
Posted By markdavid570

Tire Pumps and Pressure Gauges

There seems to be more talk lately about tire pressure and making sure that it is correct. Some use a proper gauge...and some...like me...just push down on the tire to make sure it feels full. I...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-24-10, 06:34 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 706
Posted By markdavid570

Welcome and congratulations! Keep it up!

Welcome and congratulations! Keep it up!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-24-10, 06:26 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,309
Posted By markdavid570

CP -- I have a 2009 FCR 2 which is just last...

CP -- I have a 2009 FCR 2 which is just last year's version of the Rapid. It also has Kenda Kwest 28's on it. So far I've not had any major issues with them, except for right now I'm just not sure...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-24-10, 06:20 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 557
Posted By markdavid570

I agree with this most of all. I don't graph my...

I agree with this most of all. I don't graph my results, and I don't calculate calories burned, but seeing my mileage increase with my riding time getting better...especially when I know I've been...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-23-10, 01:48 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,309
Posted By markdavid570

So what I'm hearing is that as long as the wheel...

So what I'm hearing is that as long as the wheel is properly set up, I shouldn't have much of a problem with the 25's. Is that correct?

Thanks!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-23-10, 09:29 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,309
Posted By markdavid570

Going from 28's to 25's at my weight?

So I just talked with the LBS the other day and I'm pretty sure I know what my plan is for my next bike, but more on that later. What I wanted to ask about now is changing my tire size. My current...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-18-10, 06:29 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,374
Posted By markdavid570

I don't listen when I ride, but when I go running...

I don't listen when I ride, but when I go running I pretty much listen to Darkest Hour and nothing else. I went through a short Protest the Hero or Every Time I Die phase, but then it was back to...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-18-10, 06:24 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,753
Posted By markdavid570

I think what I've been worrying about with carbon...

I think what I've been worrying about with carbon is not so much if it can handle my weight...I believe that it can...and if it doesn't, I believe most manufacturers have warranties regarding...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-08-10, 07:55 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 631
Posted By markdavid570

Great to have you here!

Great to have you here!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-07-10, 09:20 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 32,380
Posted By markdavid570

I just had a similar issue with my rear wheel. ...

I just had a similar issue with my rear wheel. When I went to the LBS, the owner trued the wheel and used some locktite to keep the spokes from loosening up while riding, since this has happened a...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-04-10, 01:56 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 395
Posted By markdavid570

If you've got an LBS that you really like that...

If you've got an LBS that you really like that sells Trek, Giant, and Cannondale, I'd say to stay with them. I'm about 6'5 and I weigh about 269. When I was bought a bike last summer, I went with...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-03-10, 08:01 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,853
Posted By markdavid570

Hmm...all great advice. I guess at this point...

Hmm...all great advice. I guess at this point I'll just wait to see what the 2011 comes with and I'll go with that! I was talking with the guy at the LBS and he basically said that we could work...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-02-10, 02:25 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,853
Posted By markdavid570

cooleric -- Good point about the q factor. I'm a...

cooleric -- Good point about the q factor. I'm a pretty big guy...and built big too, so I wonder if the reduced q factor would be a problem for me? I guess I won't know until I ride the bike in...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-02-10, 11:53 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,853
Posted By markdavid570

Thanks everyone! My issue isn't really with...

Thanks everyone! My issue isn't really with whether a double will give me low enough gears, because from what I understand, the SRAM Apex specifically goes lower than most triples. I rarely use the...
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