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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-05-13, 10:15 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,485
Posted By SouthernGirl

Something I have been doing lately is the paleo...

Something I have been doing lately is the paleo diet. It is anything the paleolithic ancestors could have eaten such as meat, vegetables, fruit and nuts that can be picked. It does not include...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-29-10, 05:43 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,269
Posted By SouthernGirl

Yes, I did do this and was glad of it. I had to...

Yes, I did do this and was glad of it. I had to really tighten the top straps. Much better now.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-29-10, 05:40 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,269
Posted By SouthernGirl

That's not bad. I may still do that. I have...

That's not bad. I may still do that. I have been able to get them on. But it is tough. Really have to work at it. I think that's why I ended up scratching my bike. Can't just lift them and put...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-29-10, 05:38 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,269
Posted By SouthernGirl

HAHAHA! Love it. You are right, of course :D ...

HAHAHA! Love it. You are right, of course :D May have been heavy, but all these years of carrying that particular burden must have paid off, 'cause I did get 'em up there!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-26-10, 08:05 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,276
Posted By SouthernGirl

Used to live in Denver as a kid. I remember the...

Used to live in Denver as a kid. I remember the grandeur of the Rocky mountains still. I imagine if given the chance, I'd give it a shot just to see those views in person. Breathtaking!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-26-10, 08:04 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,276
Posted By SouthernGirl

Watching the video, my palms started sweating and...

Watching the video, my palms started sweating and I could feel my pulse speeding up!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-25-10, 11:18 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,276
Posted By SouthernGirl

Oh that's just beautiful! Glad I don't have to...

Oh that's just beautiful! Glad I don't have to climb it and can admire it from my nice flat spot in the swamp! Simply gorgeous. Thanks for posting them.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-25-10, 11:12 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,269
Posted By SouthernGirl

Only if they go through a tire and I wouldn't...

Only if they go through a tire and I wouldn't want to mess those up on their little bikes. Man those are some heavy bikes compared to mine! I never realized the difference till I was picking them...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-25-10, 11:09 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,269
Posted By SouthernGirl

Getting theirs over the little holder thingies on...

Getting theirs over the little holder thingies on the top is really a struggle which is why I didn't want to put theirs on first... but I'd really like to not scratch my bike anymore! So will try...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-25-10, 08:45 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,269
Posted By SouthernGirl

I've decided they just need bigger bikes. Would...

I've decided they just need bigger bikes. Would make my life so much easier! Nevermind whether it would fit THEM! It would work for me :D
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-25-10, 08:43 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,269
Posted By SouthernGirl

:bang::bang::bang: OMG! I swear somewhere...

:bang::bang::bang:

OMG! I swear somewhere rolling around the cavern that is my skull, I knew this. Jeez! What a moron!

Okay. I got them on the other day. It wasn't pretty, but it worked.
...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-24-10, 02:14 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,269
Posted By SouthernGirl

You know, I considered trying to use the frame...

You know, I considered trying to use the frame and a wheel and did, in fact, get it on the rack. But it's way off balance. I can get it on one side of the rack but not both. With the wheel and...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-24-10, 01:02 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,269
Posted By SouthernGirl

Oh, one other question: Are the said bars, if...

Oh, one other question: Are the said bars, if they fit, tension mounted? That would be a concern as well as I don't really trust that a tension mount anything would satisfactorily hold their bikes...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-24-10, 12:30 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,269
Posted By SouthernGirl

Bike Rack Woes

After much deliberation and inner debate, I decided I just couldn't justify spending the money right now to have a hitch receiver installed on my car and then buying a rack that costs way more than a...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-20-10, 09:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 454
Posted By SouthernGirl

I have the 7.3 and have been happy with it in my...

I have the 7.3 and have been happy with it in my limited experience. There may be some more fit issues and tweaking to be done, but that, of course, is strictly personal and not a reflection of the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-20-10, 08:02 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 454
Posted By SouthernGirl

Have you ridden both? See if one feels better...

Have you ridden both? See if one feels better than the other?
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-14-10, 02:20 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 700
Posted By SouthernGirl

Whatever feels right - he or she. Beautiful,...

Whatever feels right - he or she. Beautiful, loving the black and white color scheme.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-12-10, 01:20 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 573
Posted By SouthernGirl

Nope to the sliding. It is pretty well level. ...

Nope to the sliding. It is pretty well level. Saddle seems to be the right height. Was fitted at the LBS and it's feels good. They said I could probably have the seat raised when I get more...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-12-10, 12:53 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 573
Posted By SouthernGirl

No, the numbness was from the get-go, before...

No, the numbness was from the get-go, before getting tired. I am really hesitant to fool with the saddle. Maybe I'll just ride a while longer and see if me and the saddle get better acquainted. I'm...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-12-10, 12:31 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 573
Posted By SouthernGirl

Thanks guys for the encouragement and the...

Thanks guys for the encouragement and the suggestion. I was definitely tired and slouching. Can't remember if I was white knuckled, but wouldn't be surprised. :D

Would you think the numness in...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-12-10, 10:30 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 573
Posted By SouthernGirl

Not many. I think 17 as of today.

Not many. I think 17 as of today.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-12-10, 10:24 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 573
Posted By SouthernGirl

Hmmm...progress slow but there

Okay, I'm sittin' here in my sweaty clothes after having just finished a 30 minute ride. Now, in some ways I'm disappointed, other ways I'm not. And then on the other hand, I need a bit of advice. ...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-09-10, 04:16 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,828
Posted By SouthernGirl

Wow, actually found a pair of shorts at a LBS...

Wow, actually found a pair of shorts at a LBS that fit. It's an XL which surprised me. It's got a nice cushy pad that hopefully will help. I tried them on a REALLY short ride as I was working last...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-08-10, 07:37 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,828
Posted By SouthernGirl

I'll look me up some shorts. If you have any...

I'll look me up some shorts. If you have any great shopping places you wanna pass along, I'm all ears!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-08-10, 07:34 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,828
Posted By SouthernGirl

I would feel much better about that! :) ...

I would feel much better about that! :)

He's definitely handy. Time is a problem. But definitely not insurmountable. Especially if it'll save money! :D
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-08-10, 07:10 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 550
Posted By SouthernGirl

What a handsome little man! I love riding with...

What a handsome little man! I love riding with my little ones. It's the whole reason I got a bike to begin with. Congrats on a lovely ride.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-08-10, 07:07 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 528
Posted By SouthernGirl

:beer: Congrats! Job well done.

:beer: Congrats! Job well done.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-07-10, 08:34 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,828
Posted By SouthernGirl

Okay, was wondering about the scuffability. Some...

Okay, was wondering about the scuffability. Some reviews mentioned it being a problem, but no telling if their car was dirt free where the rubber thingys go. It's a VW Passat. I would prefer the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-07-10, 07:40 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,828
Posted By SouthernGirl

My kids have seen more snow in the past two years...

My kids have seen more snow in the past two years in LOUISIANA than I saw my whole childhood here! :twitchy:

'kay, so are there any problems with paint getting rubbed or scratched? That's my...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-07-10, 06:43 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,828
Posted By SouthernGirl

Haven't thought too much about bike shorts. Been...

Haven't thought too much about bike shorts. Been cold, I'm new to it and it's hard to find regular clothes to fit big girls! Much less bike shorts. Guess I'll definitely have to before any long...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-07-10, 05:55 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,828
Posted By SouthernGirl

I'm loving it so far. Talked a friend into...

I'm loving it so far. Talked a friend into riding with me and the kids at the park today. It's gotta be the bike 'cause I was having trouble staying with her. I was leaving her behind. I would...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-07-10, 05:24 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,828
Posted By SouthernGirl

Hey, you definitely have the advantage over me!...

Hey, you definitely have the advantage over me! I'm a total noob and it shows! Huffin' and puffin' and all red in the face when I get done riding.

I have been eyeballing racks for my car. I don't...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-07-10, 11:48 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,828
Posted By SouthernGirl

You're right, she does seem very nice in the few...

You're right, she does seem very nice in the few posts I've ready by her. It would be interestng to ride/meet someone from the forum one day. I love the "chick-flick" comment! If that ever...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-07-10, 11:41 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,037
Posted By SouthernGirl

Pictures - so it DID happen!

Yea! I got my bike. This is a few weeks late, but I did promise/threaten to post pics when I brought my new steed home. So, here is my Trek 7.3fx. I'm breaking all the rules and instead of a...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-07-10, 11:07 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,828
Posted By SouthernGirl

I'm roughly 60 miles from New Orleans. But I'd...

I'm roughly 60 miles from New Orleans. But I'd travel a bit for a decent ride. Dunno if I could keep up with her yet though. I'm shamefully out of shape and slow! She'd prolly drop me like a hot...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-07-10, 11:04 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,828
Posted By SouthernGirl

It's another gorgeous day. 66 degrees as we...

It's another gorgeous day. 66 degrees as we speak. Fixin' to head out for another leisurely ride, as my 8 year old will again be leading the way. Hopefully, I'll get my 11 year old to tag along. ...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-07-10, 10:49 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,828
Posted By SouthernGirl

I'm So Ashamed!

Okay, after all the deliberation and test riding, and patient input from all you lovely people, I had decided on my new mount. I definitely posted my decision and the ETA on it. However, I've had...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-23-10, 12:42 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 11,119
Posted By SouthernGirl

I'm a real newb, but I had to respond to this. ...

I'm a real newb, but I had to respond to this. When checking out bikes my LBS has a BEAUTIFUL Soho, kind of grayish blue color. It's $900 ish. I rode it just for kicks knowing I wouldn't be...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-19-10, 03:39 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,187
Posted By SouthernGirl

No scam. Been doing eBay for years. 100%...

No scam. Been doing eBay for years. 100% feedback (real feedback). Really careful and haven't been scammed yet. Hopefully, that trend will continue. Apparently it was installed for a customer,...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-19-10, 01:02 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,544
Posted By SouthernGirl

Yeah, the 7.3 was already on sale. Then it was...

Yeah, the 7.3 was already on sale. Then it was the last model of that color size and year, so they took another $50 off. Lots less and I figure I can upgrade whatever doesn't work for me with the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-19-10, 12:19 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,187
Posted By SouthernGirl

Just found a Brooks Flyer S on e bay for 57.00. ...

Just found a Brooks Flyer S on e bay for 57.00. Seems reasonable? It's unused and has a fair shipping rate. Sound like one to nibble on?
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-18-10, 11:40 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 570
Posted By SouthernGirl

So glad you had a better ride today and it does...

So glad you had a better ride today and it does seem to be calorie related. LOL Wish I could avoid a couple of the hills near me! I'm jealous.

And yea! you for not smoking :D
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-18-10, 05:57 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,544
Posted By SouthernGirl

I just bought the 7.3 (blue) and it was last...

I just bought the 7.3 (blue) and it was last years so I got it for a pretty good deal. Picking it up (I HOPE) Friday. I tried that one as well as the 7.5. I didn't notice as much of a difference...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-18-10, 05:32 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 570
Posted By SouthernGirl

Blood sugar is a concern as mentioned. Have you...

Blood sugar is a concern as mentioned. Have you had it checked out? Do you have existing issues with diabetes? Also, cardiac. Have you been checked out? Thoroughly? Depending on how high your heart...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-18-10, 05:22 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 997
Posted By SouthernGirl

Totally my thinking and it made me feel slightly...

Totally my thinking and it made me feel slightly less guilty with that rationale in mind :)



Thanks. Can't wait and will post pics when I get 'em.

May have to mosey on over and check it out...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-18-10, 05:18 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 997
Posted By SouthernGirl

Man, am I glad you were here to tell me about...

Man, am I glad you were here to tell me about that rule! I would have been heart broken not to have known about it and then inadvertantly been booted out for being such a rebel. Whew! Muchas...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-18-10, 05:14 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 997
Posted By SouthernGirl

:D And get that incredible feeling with the wind...

:D And get that incredible feeling with the wind in the face and feeling like you're flying? No way! heehee
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-18-10, 05:13 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 997
Posted By SouthernGirl

LOL As soon as I bring him/her home! I'm...

LOL As soon as I bring him/her home! I'm working tues, wed and thurs night. Maybe Friday morning if I'm still awake, I'll stop by the LBS and bring it home. <sigh>
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-18-10, 05:11 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 997
Posted By SouthernGirl

Old bike is in my sig. A Schwinn Suburban. It's...

Old bike is in my sig. A Schwinn Suburban. It's big, heavy and will be just fine for rides with the kids. But the new one is for my solo rides!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-18-10, 05:08 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 569
Posted By SouthernGirl

Two healty oils may be because they both help...

Two healty oils may be because they both help keep you full longer and many are "heart healthy". Omega 3's and all that good stuff. Also, your body needs a certain amount of fat. Better healthy...
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