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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-12-11, 12:19 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,139
Posted By QuartzPoet

Thanks for all of the really supportive replies! ...

Thanks for all of the really supportive replies! I'm a little less nervous now. :)
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-11-11, 02:38 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,139
Posted By QuartzPoet

Tips For First Long Ride?

Hello, all.

I'm riding five days a week, ten miles a day and I'm feeling great. Down 20 pounds and the rides are getting easier. I'm still trying to find my groove with regard to cadence and...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-30-11, 09:06 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,058
Posted By QuartzPoet

I can't send private messages (don't have enough...

I can't send private messages (don't have enough posts).

But either way, I'm not sure I'm ready for a partner yet: I'd feel like I was slowing you down. :) I'm in Gap often (I go to church at...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-28-11, 11:16 AM
Replies: 273
Views: 13,154
Posted By QuartzPoet

I'm a Lead Software Developer for a company in...

I'm a Lead Software Developer for a company in the financial industry.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-28-11, 11:05 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,058
Posted By QuartzPoet

It was a fun ride, yes! The hills were...

It was a fun ride, yes! The hills were challenging but not soul-crushing and I managed my gears well for the most part.

I bike in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. Most of my ride is spent with...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-28-11, 07:31 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,058
Posted By QuartzPoet

First Five Mile Ride

I'm really excited about this, more than I should be. Six miles for most people on this board is probably not even enough to break a sweat. For me, it's a huge first milestone.
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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-28-11, 07:26 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 607
Posted By QuartzPoet

Thanks all, for the feedback. It's been very...

Thanks all, for the feedback. It's been very helpful.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-27-11, 07:02 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 607
Posted By QuartzPoet

Good Riding Habits?

So, I've seen a few posts here and there about "good riding habits", but I haven't actually seen them laid out anywhere. So, if you've got a moment to help out a rookie, what are the good riding...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-27-11, 06:56 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,384
Posted By QuartzPoet

Thank you all very much for the feedback! I...

Thank you all very much for the feedback!

I pulled the trigger and got the Trek 7000, and I'm glad that I did. I've been out riding three mornings, adding distance each ride (2.25, 3.25 and 4.25...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-27-11, 06:49 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 422
Posted By QuartzPoet

Hey, welcome to the forums! I just started,...

Hey, welcome to the forums!

I just started, myself. I'm 6'1, 290#. I'm 42 and haven't been on a bike in 20 years.

I was working with a budget of around $400, and I eventually went with the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-24-11, 06:39 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,384
Posted By QuartzPoet

Anyone have experience with the Trek 7000?

Hey there! New member here. Definitely a Clydesdale type: 42 yrs old, 6'1", 290#. Looking to start cycling to generally improve my fitness and lose some weight, Making dietary changes as well as...
Forum: Introductions
06-23-11, 11:19 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 196
Posted By QuartzPoet

About To Take The Plunge In Paradise

That's the best I could do for a witty subject line. :)

I'm Duane. I'm 42, married with three kids. I live in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. I'm fat and out of shape and and I am on the verge...
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