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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-03-12, 09:15 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,547
Posted By mojoe_24

I'm using the same one. Have it hanging in the...

I'm using the same one. Have it hanging in the pool room.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-01-12, 09:00 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,131
Posted By mojoe_24

Those bottles were impossible to find around...

Those bottles were impossible to find around here. Went to 3 different LBSs before I finally found one and it was in a crappy color.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-31-12, 07:16 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,019
Posted By mojoe_24

I just bought the Giant Roam 1. It's a more...

I just bought the Giant Roam 1. It's a more off-road-centric hybrid with a front suspension (which locks out). I'm roughly the same size as you (slightly shorter slightly lighter), but it was the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-28-12, 09:47 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 2,434
Posted By mojoe_24

Sitting here now I can't imagine doing 20 miles.

Sitting here now I can't imagine doing 20 miles.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-28-12, 03:34 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,017
Posted By mojoe_24

I recently bought the Giant Roam 1. I'm liking...

I recently bought the Giant Roam 1. I'm liking it so far.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-28-12, 03:00 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 5,074
Posted By mojoe_24

So I'm looking for a way to store my bike as I...

So I'm looking for a way to store my bike as I can no longer leave it inside the house. We have a extra room attached to our garage that I plan to put it in. I was gonna use a basic bike hook from...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-26-12, 06:43 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 2,434
Posted By mojoe_24

Around two and a half miles after not riding a...

Around two and a half miles after not riding a bike for 10 years or so. I was dead.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-22-12, 04:36 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,279
Posted By mojoe_24

I can't find it at any local stores. I'm gonna...

I can't find it at any local stores. I'm gonna need to just order it online.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-22-12, 02:11 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 5,074
Posted By mojoe_24

Is there a reason not to leave itin the garage?

Is there a reason not to leave itin the garage?
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-22-12, 12:59 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,279
Posted By mojoe_24

So I went down to the shop and they recommended...

So I went down to the shop and they recommended this ulock/chain combo from Kryptonite. It was a little pricey ($45) but it seems sturdy. Its supposed to come with insurance, but they installed it...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-21-12, 08:24 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,279
Posted By mojoe_24

Wow. I feel like a dumbass right now. I was...

Wow. I feel like a dumbass right now. I was looking at locks today and I was leaning towards a cable lock because I'd need to secure both wheels and the frame and the u-locks wouldn't be able to do...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-20-12, 06:54 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,279
Posted By mojoe_24

For a lock, is the u-lock really superior? To me...

For a lock, is the u-lock really superior? To me it seems like the cable lock woould be able to be wound through everthing to keep it all together and then around whatever you are locking it to.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-20-12, 06:20 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,279
Posted By mojoe_24

I'm really thinking about picking up at least a...

I'm really thinking about picking up at least a flashing rear light. I'll most likely be using it to ride to my friends house instead of driving. Saves gas and gets me exercising some.

So right...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-20-12, 02:24 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,279
Posted By mojoe_24

I have a compressor at home. I could jut use that...

I have a compressor at home. I could jut use that right?
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-20-12, 12:45 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,279
Posted By mojoe_24

The wheels are listed as Kenda Kwick, 700x40. ...

The wheels are listed as Kenda Kwick, 700x40. Which type of pump would I need? one that moves at high pressure or volume?

I plan to pick up a bottle and pump first. Most of my rides will be...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-20-12, 12:16 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,279
Posted By mojoe_24

Would a larger pump be better? I notice that...

Would a larger pump be better? I notice that some mount to the top bar and are larger.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-20-12, 11:55 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,279
Posted By mojoe_24

I plan on picking up a pump first. I was looking...

I plan on picking up a pump first. I was looking at this pump http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000FI6XGC/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&m=ATVPDKIKX0DER It seems good, but I'd rather have a pump that...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-19-12, 09:23 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,279
Posted By mojoe_24

I got them to throw in the water bottle cage. ...

I got them to throw in the water bottle cage. I've been trying to decide between a Polar Insulated and a Camelback Podium. I don't really care for cold water so I figure the Podium would be fine. ...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-19-12, 08:57 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,279
Posted By mojoe_24

Bought a bike. What else do I need?

Well, I finally bought a bike. Got a Giant Roam 1 (2011). I plan to pick up a lock (not sure what kind) and a bottle, but other than that I have no idea what else I need. Any essentials I should...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-19-12, 04:04 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,760
Posted By mojoe_24

Ended up getting a 2011 Roam 1. ...

Ended up getting a 2011 Roam 1.

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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-18-12, 08:01 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 9,516
Posted By mojoe_24

I can't stand beer, lol.

I can't stand beer, lol.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-18-12, 04:30 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,314
Posted By mojoe_24

Yeah, I like the idea of the Defy, but I dont'...

Yeah, I like the idea of the Defy, but I dont' think I'd really use it for what it's meant to be used for. Down the road I'd like to get one, but for now I think the Roam would be a good bike to...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-18-12, 04:23 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,314
Posted By mojoe_24

Mostly it will just be commuting locally. I'd...

Mostly it will just be commuting locally. I'd figure most of the rides being 2-3 miles with a few being longer (5-10).
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-18-12, 03:24 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,314
Posted By mojoe_24

So I just got back from t he bike shop. I tried...

So I just got back from t he bike shop. I tried out a Defy 2 Composite or something like that. It's way out of my price range, but they didn't have a XL in the Defy 5 so they had me try the 2 to...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-18-12, 01:13 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,314
Posted By mojoe_24

Even if I got the good price on the Defy 5, the...

Even if I got the good price on the Defy 5, the components would be of a lower quality. Is it not better to pick the bike with the better components? The Liberty 3 and Liberty X are both $600...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-18-12, 12:38 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,314
Posted By mojoe_24

Well, I'll have a week to decide between the two....

Well, I'll have a week to decide between the two. If I end up not liking the riding position I'll most likely go with a Giant Roam 1 as I've ridden one before and I liked it. I was planning on...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-18-12, 12:08 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,314
Posted By mojoe_24

How much do they charge for that kind of stuff...

How much do they charge for that kind of stuff (trueing and such)? THe components seem much better than the Defy 5 (which is the one I'd be able to afford).
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-18-12, 10:04 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,314
Posted By mojoe_24

So I've been looking around at reviews and some...

So I've been looking around at reviews and some mentioned that the Liberty line from BikesDirect has the same geometry of the Defy and they are much cheaper. What do you gusy think of this?
...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-17-12, 11:13 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,314
Posted By mojoe_24

Giant Defy

Is it Clyde worthy? Im 340lb and I'm concerned a road bike won't be an option. I've been trying to get to a LBS to check them out but the weather has been unhelpful. I plan to test ride one to see...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-12-12, 06:48 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,760
Posted By mojoe_24

I'd prefer to buy from a LBS, but if I want a...

I'd prefer to buy from a LBS, but if I want a road bike I don't think I'd be able to afford one from the shop. I've been looking at reviews and they all seem to be good for the Gravity Liberty 2...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-12-12, 01:11 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,760
Posted By mojoe_24

I"m hoping that's what it means too. With school...

I"m hoping that's what it means too. With school and work it takes up half the week were I won't be able to ride at all (Monday-Wednesday). I'm gonna have to try to squeeze maybe a short ride or so...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-11-12, 10:43 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,760
Posted By mojoe_24

Yeah, I should have worded that differently. If...

Yeah, I should have worded that differently. If I pay cash, they will pay the sales tax (which is ~10%). Unfortunately though, I will probably have to wait til next weekend to get to the shop. I...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-11-12, 07:02 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,760
Posted By mojoe_24

I wouldn't mind doing that if I could get a frame...

I wouldn't mind doing that if I could get a frame cheap enough. Ideally I'd like a road/cyclocross bike, but for a new one it's more than something like the Roam and I haven't been able to find...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-11-12, 04:26 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,760
Posted By mojoe_24

Well, it's a trustworthy shop. It's been around...

Well, it's a trustworthy shop. It's been around for years.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-11-12, 03:56 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,760
Posted By mojoe_24

I was stupid and didn't think about there being a...

I was stupid and didn't think about there being a withdrawal limit at the bank. The bike shop I'm gonna go to doesn't charge tax if paying with cash so I'm gonna have to go tomorrow to pick up a...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-10-12, 07:52 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,760
Posted By mojoe_24

I've thought about that. The place I plan on...

I've thought about that. The place I plan on going to said I it'd be about $650 out the door for everything I'd need.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-10-12, 06:30 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,760
Posted By mojoe_24

The Roam 1 will be $580 which is a little more...

The Roam 1 will be $580 which is a little more than I wanted to spend, but from what I've read the disc brakes are worth the extra money.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-10-12, 05:59 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,760
Posted By mojoe_24

It's been a while, but I plan on picking up a...

It's been a while, but I plan on picking up a bike tomorrow. I was gonna get one last month, but ran into some financial issues. Just got my tax return though so I'm good to go, lol. Still...
Forum: Southern California
02-16-12, 08:11 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,753
Posted By mojoe_24

Yeah, that ones a little more than I'd like to...

Yeah, that ones a little more than I'd like to spend. Maybe I'll look at the Escape or FX. I'm thinking that I'll probably head to the bike shop tomorrow and check a few out.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-15-12, 06:43 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,760
Posted By mojoe_24

You don't think the Roam would be a good option...

You don't think the Roam would be a good option then?
Forum: Southern California
02-15-12, 06:42 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,753
Posted By mojoe_24

So you guys think the Roam would not be a good...

So you guys think the Roam would not be a good option?
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-14-12, 07:14 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,760
Posted By mojoe_24

I'll have to check out the FX when I go back to...

I'll have to check out the FX when I go back to the bike shop this weekend. Right now I'm leaning towards picking up the Roam, but I'll definitely check out some without the front suspension.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-13-12, 10:29 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,760
Posted By mojoe_24

Yeah, the Roam has a suspension fork, but it does...

Yeah, the Roam has a suspension fork, but it does lock out. The two bike shops I went to recommended the Roam though. I think I'll be going back this weekend and picking up a bike, or at least test...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-13-12, 02:20 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,760
Posted By mojoe_24

I originally planned to buy one on Craigslist but...

I originally planned to buy one on Craigslist but I haven't seen many offerings for an XL size.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-13-12, 12:06 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,760
Posted By mojoe_24

Looking to get into biking

So I've been looking around for a bike. I made a post on the SoCal sub forum but I'm a big dude so I figured I may get better help here.
I'm 6'3 350lb and I've been looking mostly at hybrids. My...
Forum: Southern California
02-13-12, 07:49 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,753
Posted By mojoe_24

The problem has been finding a XL bike on...

The problem has been finding a XL bike on Craigslist though. The last I checked the only one up there was a trek hybrid (a Sierra I think).
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-12-12, 09:46 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,442
Posted By mojoe_24

Looking at the components, the Giant Roam 1 and...

Looking at the components, the Giant Roam 1 and the Trek 8.3 DS seems pretty close. Both have locking front forks and disc brakes, and Shimano Acera parts. I'm gonna see if the shop I checked out...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-12-12, 07:57 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,442
Posted By mojoe_24

How does the 8.3 DS compare to the Giant Roam 1? ...

How does the 8.3 DS compare to the Giant Roam 1? I'm looking to pick up a bike soon and I never thought to look into this.
Forum: Southern California
02-12-12, 07:26 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,753
Posted By mojoe_24

I'm really hoping kthat I won't think about the...

I'm really hoping kthat I won't think about the price once I get it. I really only wanted to spend $300, but I got a really good deal on my bike rack so I have a little bit more money than I...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-12-12, 07:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 818
Posted By mojoe_24

I'll have to remember the DT spokes. I'm a big...

I'll have to remember the DT spokes. I'm a big dude (350) and I plan on picking up a Roam 1 in the coming week.
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