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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-02-13, 06:34 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,334
Posted By r32nj

What part of NJ? There are some good shops...

What part of NJ? There are some good shops around the central NJ area if that is near you.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
11-07-12, 04:03 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 422
Posted By r32nj

Where are you located?

Where are you located?
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-27-12, 06:45 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 840
Posted By r32nj

Some Ergon grips with barends might help (or...

Some Ergon grips with barends might help (or other brand if you find something you like).
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-25-12, 07:23 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 989
Posted By r32nj

I've always wondered about this. I see a lot of...

I've always wondered about this. I see a lot of people recommend NOT to use them. Without them I've wondered how much stress is put on the tube when connecting and disconnecting a floor pump (as...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-01-12, 08:36 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 588
Posted By r32nj

After trying a few different synthetic material...

After trying a few different synthetic material gloves I ended up trying the Giro LX leather gloves. I like the Giros best. They can be a little sweaty in warm weather but I like their fit and...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-15-12, 08:23 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 321
Posted By r32nj

Very impressive! Makes my meager 2,500 mile goal...

Very impressive! Makes my meager 2,500 mile goal seem wimpy now... :)
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-08-12, 07:55 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 569
Posted By r32nj

Sounds like a fun ride! Those are some nice...

Sounds like a fun ride! Those are some nice roads (or the towpaths) between Frenchtown and New Hope.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-04-12, 07:19 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,872
Posted By r32nj

I think a infrared proximity sensor attached to a...

I think a infrared proximity sensor attached to a Tazer might make a nice bike accessory. Wait, better start my patent application before I post this...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-29-12, 10:20 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 520
Posted By r32nj

I have tried two kinds of the insulated Camelback...

I have tried two kinds of the insulated Camelback bottles as well as one of the Polar insulated bottles. I find in hot weather they only keep my drinks really cold for about 60 minutes or perhaps 90...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-06-12, 04:48 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 11,428
Posted By r32nj

I took the seat completely off my bike today and...

I took the seat completely off my bike today and the two metal pieces on the sides of the seatpost DO NOT MOVE. I tried turning them with everything I could that would not damage them - even tried...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-05-12, 08:10 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,234
Posted By r32nj

I bought the Smith Pivlock V90 Max last year and...

I bought the Smith Pivlock V90 Max last year and really like them. The frameless design it a plus (and the reason I selected these in particular).
...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-04-12, 07:07 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 2,621
Posted By r32nj

Sorry for your family's loss. Your heartfelt...

Sorry for your family's loss. Your heartfelt post was very touching.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-03-12, 06:42 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 11,428
Posted By r32nj

Trust me. I have changed seats a couple times...

Trust me. I have changed seats a couple times since I purchased the bike. All the binder bolt does it clamp on the seat to the seatpost. There is NO rotation available when the binder bolt is...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-02-12, 04:46 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 11,428
Posted By r32nj

Unfortunately it is not that simple. Supposedly...

Unfortunately it is not that simple. Supposedly you have to BANG off the parts with a mallet to adjust them. Nothing really simple or easy to do while out riding. This is why I was hoping a gadget...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-02-12, 08:56 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 11,428
Posted By r32nj

Adjusting seat fore/aft tilt on non-adjustable seat post?

Is anyone aware of any sort of gadget/device that can be added to allow fore/aft tilt of a seat to be adjusted on a seatpost that doesn't offer it?

I have a Cannondale Quick Carbon which has an...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-15-12, 01:56 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 696
Posted By r32nj

While I can appreciate the "winter" weather...

While I can appreciate the "winter" weather period you guys get in TX - those summers are a killer! I hope someday to find a place to retire (that is affordable) where there is little or no snow and...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-21-11, 09:25 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 507
Posted By r32nj

Phil Wood hub silver finish

Does the silver (polished) finish on Phil Wood hubs hold up well without having to resort to polishing?

My experience with other polished aluminum items (on a motorcycle) is that the finish dulls...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-18-11, 07:43 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 370
Posted By r32nj

Benefits of wider style vs narrower road rims?

If using tires that are compatible with both narrower and wider rims what is the benefit of the wider style road rims ~24c versus the narrower ~19c models?

I'm going to have Bob Young build me a...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-18-11, 10:06 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 8,836
Posted By r32nj

Continental Gatorskins vs Grand Prix 4-Seasons?

Can anyone offer some comparisons of these two tires? I have the 28c 4-Seasons now but would like to try a 32c tire which is not available in the 4-Seasons.

I chose the 4-Seasons mainly for their...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-17-11, 09:30 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 437
Posted By r32nj

The Phil Wood website doesn't show or say much...

The Phil Wood website doesn't show or say much about the difference between them which is why I asked here. Looks like there is a small difference in the style but I was hoping someone had some...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-16-11, 06:50 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 437
Posted By r32nj

Phil Wood "Road" vs "Touring" hubs

What is the different between these two models of hubs? I am looking at 36h which is available in both.

Is it just a "looks" thing? Anyone have some good photos of the difference - couldn't...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-13-11, 08:21 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 442
Posted By r32nj

Turns out my back wheel is actually cracked -...

Turns out my back wheel is actually cracked - noticed a clicking when I went to ride yesterday and found the crack. So I am actually in the market for a new wheel (or wheels).

If anyone can...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-12-11, 07:36 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 442
Posted By r32nj

Suggested shop/wheelbuilder for wheel truing/retensioning in central NJ?

Does anyone have any recommendations for a shop or wheelbuilder in the Central NJ area where I can have my wheels trued and retensioned? I noticed my rear wheel needs it and I might as well get both...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-30-11, 09:11 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 547
Posted By r32nj

See if you can get your husband in the habit of...

See if you can get your husband in the habit of getting two meals out of one. When I eat out I typically will do this - always get a lunch out of leftovers from a dinner meal dining out for example....
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-14-11, 10:05 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 853
Posted By r32nj

Thanks for the suggestions so far everyone. I...

Thanks for the suggestions so far everyone. I guess I should have added to my original post that I am a type 2 diabetic (as one poster had suggested).

I have also been thinking about what I might...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-13-11, 10:53 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 853
Posted By r32nj

Low sugar energy snack recommendations?

I am looking for recommendations for a low sugar energy type snack that would be good to keep on my bike. I seem to start running out of gas after 90-120 minutes on the bike.

My brother bought me...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-13-11, 10:47 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 9,844
Posted By r32nj

Handlebar width for flat bar road bike

I have a Cannondale Quick Carbon with the stock width handlebars. I am starting to feel that the bars are a bit too wide. I understand (I think) that the general guideline for DROP BARS is for the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-31-11, 11:53 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,243
Posted By r32nj

Gilles Berthoud Saddles

Another one you might want to consider is the Gilles Berthoud Aspen. I weigh 270 and tried a B17 but found it too soft and a bit wide.
...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-22-11, 10:30 AM
Replies: 118
Views: 10,285
Posted By r32nj

I like the idea above about getting the local...

I like the idea above about getting the local police involved in writing some tickets. I actually thought about this once recently - get the police to follow me on a bike ride and start writing...
Forum: Commuting
10-04-10, 07:02 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 861
Posted By r32nj

Bicycle route planning / maps

Can anyone suggest some good websites for planning biking routes? I am in NJ and have found one sites with NJ bike route maps, but they are just static photos and not very user friendly.

Someone...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-24-10, 06:19 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,872,213
Posted By r32nj

Yopo, Did you compare the Orbea Diem with...

Yopo,

Did you compare the Orbea Diem with any other higher-end flat bar fitness/hybrid bikes? The Orbea caught my eye but I couldn't find a dealer that had one for me to see or ride.
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