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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-24-18, 10:40 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,367
Posted By fatpunk

Check out Race Face Ambush. If I remember...

Check out Race Face Ambush. If I remember correctly they run to a 2XL. I have tried the carpenter style before with not much luck. They just fall off or slide around.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
11-05-18, 07:49 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,256
Posted By fatpunk

Go ride them and see which you like. The Hawk...

Go ride them and see which you like. The Hawk Hill is full suspension which is nice in the comfort aspect where the Chameleon is hard tail. Look at the trails in your area and ask around on the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-02-18, 07:31 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,667
Posted By fatpunk

Talk to local bike shops, I am 6’4” and when I...

Talk to local bike shops, I am 6’4” and when I started I was 425 lbs. I ended up starting with a $400 Giant Sedona hybrid which has a Suntour coil fork with the ability to lock out. I picked this up...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-02-18, 07:13 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,165
Posted By fatpunk

I had the same problem. If you want a road style...

I had the same problem. If you want a road style helmet look at the Bell Kingfisher. This was my first helmet. If you want a more mountain style look at the Bell Stoker. Both of mine came off Amazon...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-15-18, 11:34 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 958
Posted By fatpunk

MTB Riders

I see most of us ride road bikes, talk about road bikes, centuries, metric centuries etc. Anyone into MTB? Because of this forum, I got started at 425 lbs on a 2013 Giant Sedona. Ended up getting a...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-15-18, 11:20 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,427
Posted By fatpunk

Absolutely can. As others have pointed out it’s...

Absolutely can. As others have pointed out it’s not the skewers that support the load. The biggest aggravation you might run into is the wheel staying in true but a solid true job by a local shop...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-24-16, 08:38 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,119
Posted By fatpunk

10 - 12 mph, I've been spending more time working...

10 - 12 mph, I've been spending more time working on endurance than moving fast.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-08-15, 02:05 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 32,752
Posted By fatpunk

*Homer Simpson impression* Mmmmmmm Vintage...

*Homer Simpson impression* Mmmmmmm Vintage Italian......

I have a vintage Raleigh with Campagnolo components i'm foaming at the mouth to get out and ride on when I get closer to the 320 range.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-08-15, 02:00 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 635
Posted By fatpunk

Holy Smokes! 120 lbs! Congrats!

Holy Smokes! 120 lbs! Congrats!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-29-15, 08:09 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,671
Posted By fatpunk

While I don't own expensive hubs I have been on...

While I don't own expensive hubs I have been on MTB trails with guys who's bicycles cost more than my truck and I swear there's nothing like the sound of a pack of angry hornets some higher end hubs...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-28-15, 09:37 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 590
Posted By fatpunk

Wow I forgot all about Sawbranch. Where is it...

Wow I forgot all about Sawbranch. Where is it closed at?
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-28-15, 06:38 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 32,752
Posted By fatpunk

Giant Sedona, I think it's a 2012, upgraded the...

Giant Sedona, I think it's a 2012, upgraded the rear wheel to a tandem wheel with a 38/40h and 14g spokes back when I was 420+. In hindsight I wish I would of bought a true mountain bike but if I...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-16-14, 09:47 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,102
Posted By fatpunk

Wow, good to know. Thanks for the heads up, the...

Wow, good to know. Thanks for the heads up, the 747 has been on my list for a few years now.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-02-13, 05:33 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 824
Posted By fatpunk

Sammy I feel your pain, between work and this...

Sammy I feel your pain, between work and this awful weather we have had for the past 2 months I got my first ride in a long time and I thought I was going to die right there on the Sawmill Branch...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-02-13, 05:22 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,795
Posted By fatpunk

I use Endomondo PRO (the app) and it does...

I use Endomondo PRO (the app) and it does everything I need VS 60.00 a year with Strava or Endomondo's subscription service. I have a Strava account and their free app because at one point it seemed...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-16-13, 08:28 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 454
Posted By fatpunk

Brake Cable from Robin Hood 3 Speed

Hello Guys/Gals,
Here's my 100.00 question for the day, Where in the world can I purchase another brake cable with a adjusting barrel. The current one is frozen and I can't seem to find another...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-08-13, 07:17 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 3,767
Posted By fatpunk

Dave, welcome to the forum! It gets easier and...

Dave, welcome to the forum! It gets easier and it's a ton of fun, esp because you're upstate. I'm in the Charleston area and we have NO hills so the rides are flat at best. If you make it down to...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-31-13, 08:45 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 641
Posted By fatpunk

Spin Classes

So a spin studio recently opened about 30 minutes from where I live. (everything is 30-45 minutes from me) I've been contemplating trying it but being a uber clyde I have my questions and I don't...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-28-13, 10:36 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,853
Posted By fatpunk

Gary Fisher "Frankenbike" hard tail with Kenda...

Gary Fisher "Frankenbike" hard tail with Kenda Kross tires because i've had too many pinch flats from running 40/45 psi tires. I'd love to have a full suspension but the weight has to come down more...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-19-13, 03:50 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 451
Posted By fatpunk

It's not pedaling through the corner, even with...

It's not pedaling through the corner, even with the pedals at half crank so they are even horizontally it still catches.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-19-13, 01:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 451
Posted By fatpunk

Anyone else shred their pedals?

So I ride a '12 Giant Sedona and I have giant feet. (Size 16 EEE) The Sedona has the stock plastic/rubber pedals on it. I've noticed when I lean into turns sometimes I lean too far and shread my...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-15-13, 09:22 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,652
Posted By fatpunk

Amen!

Amen!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-12-13, 05:36 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,652
Posted By fatpunk

I started with a Giant Sedona. Giant bicycles are...

I started with a Giant Sedona. Giant bicycles are cheap compared to alot of brands but the things are well built. I never broke a spoke on my stock rear wheel. I ended up upgrading to a tandem set up...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-10-13, 08:23 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,652
Posted By fatpunk

1. I'd avoid ebay, keep a eye on craigslist. 2....

1. I'd avoid ebay, keep a eye on craigslist.
2. If you're in a college town don't be afraid to try out used bicycles and look around. There's always a deal to be found.
3. I was 425 lbs when I...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-09-13, 02:26 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,367
Posted By fatpunk

I've contemplated this is the past too on my...

I've contemplated this is the past too on my Sedona, adunno how it would look but dropping 1,600 on a road bike plus higher spoke wheels isn't in my near future.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-04-13, 09:03 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 747
Posted By fatpunk

I kept it all the up to the point I stripped the...

I kept it all the up to the point I stripped the fore/aft adjustment. It stripped because I didn't take the time to tighten it down correctly. If you pull the post out you can tighten the suspension...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-04-13, 03:33 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 790
Posted By fatpunk

Trainers

So I work 24 to 48 hours in a row with 1 or 2 days off before I go back to work. It doesn't leave me with a lot of time to get my training rides in. I'm contemplating picking up a trainer so I can at...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-04-13, 03:21 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 747
Posted By fatpunk

I'm 6'5", When I started I was 425 lbs. I ended...

I'm 6'5", When I started I was 425 lbs. I ended up with the Giant Sedona with a tandem rear wheel. I bought the large size and it fits me fine. Go back to the Giant dealer and try their XL frame...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-29-12, 10:37 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 718
Posted By fatpunk

+1 Absolutely!

+1 Absolutely!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-28-12, 01:26 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 718
Posted By fatpunk

Stryker makes a lot of the stretchers the local...

Stryker makes a lot of the stretchers the local EMS organizations use. They make alot of medical equipment.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-17-12, 10:04 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 718
Posted By fatpunk

I just got a calendar in the mail from Bicycling...

I just got a calendar in the mail from Bicycling Magazine along with a "Thank you for your payment of 21.00...". I was getting ready to call and curse up a storm when my wife came in and said, "Oh...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-17-12, 09:54 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 464
Posted By fatpunk

UGH I feel your pain. I partially tore my...

UGH I feel your pain. I partially tore my Achilles tendon on election night and haven't been allowed to get on my bike since.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-14-12, 10:34 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 718
Posted By fatpunk

2013 Rides

So i've been reading Distance Cycling, really great book by the way. One of the things the authors bring up is setting goals ie: ride events, group rides, etc etc. So i've decided there are 2 events...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-13-12, 06:08 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 462
Posted By fatpunk

Yes it is, I just got mine in the mail today. I...

Yes it is, I just got mine in the mail today. I ended up shooting Luke Metcalf a message on facebook. His story hit closest to home for me.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-13-12, 06:03 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 582
Posted By fatpunk

Jesus this thing almost brought tears to my eyes.

Jesus this thing almost brought tears to my eyes.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-02-12, 01:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 820
Posted By fatpunk

Neil_B, Thank you so much for those 2 quotes and...

Neil_B, Thank you so much for those 2 quotes and the reassurance. That means a ton to me. I actually just printed them and put them up in my garage where I keep my bicycle and ride gear. Black...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-01-12, 03:53 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 820
Posted By fatpunk

I might have just lost my mind.

Well it's been interesting month. I got hurt on election night, ended up partially tearing my Achilles tendon and mcl. I've been off my bicycle since then. Needless to say i'm going stir crazy!
...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
11-24-12, 10:02 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 637
Posted By fatpunk

UGH! I've been off mine since I got hurt on the...

UGH! I've been off mine since I got hurt on the 6th. It's driving me absolutely stir crazy. Thank God i've got a old Raleigh in my garage to restore.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
11-18-12, 10:29 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,358
Posted By fatpunk

Cheap ear buds, Google music and Endomondo. Still...

Cheap ear buds, Google music and Endomondo. Still haven't worked up enough nerve to pedal with the local club.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-18-12, 03:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 438
Posted By fatpunk

Good article.

Good article.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-17-12, 08:41 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 682
Posted By fatpunk

Wow that is sporty, put a faster flasher on it...

Wow that is sporty, put a faster flasher on it and you'll make the cops and firefighters jealous of you!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-11-12, 09:20 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 634
Posted By fatpunk

HAHAHAHAHA! I almost spit up my drink when I saw...

HAHAHAHAHA! I almost spit up my drink when I saw this!

Thanks, I needed a good laugh.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-11-12, 12:34 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 786
Posted By fatpunk

Well I got it and needless to say, I'M STOKED!...

Well I got it and needless to say, I'M STOKED! It's a Raleigh Competition GS/CS It fits me nicely outside of the bars feeling kind of narrow but I'm used to my Sedona so I think it just might take...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-11-12, 12:24 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 608
Posted By fatpunk

I was 425 when I started riding, I smoked the...

I was 425 when I started riding, I smoked the rear wheel on my Giant Sedona in no time flat. My LBS got me a Weimann (spelling?) Tandem rear wheel for just under 180.00 and it has held on like a...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-09-12, 08:48 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 786
Posted By fatpunk

I am

I am
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-09-12, 06:29 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 786
Posted By fatpunk

Getting excited!!

I'm getting stoked and unfortunately I can't share my excitement with anyone but you guys. I might be the proud new owner of this road bike Thursday provided we can finish hammering out price and...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-06-12, 06:32 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 730
Posted By fatpunk

http://www.amazon.com/Bicycling-Complete-Bicycle-M...

http://www.amazon.com/Bicycling-Complete-Bicycle-Maintenance-Repair/dp/160529487X

I have this downloaded on my kindle. Not heavy on pictures but I just cross referenced pictures on the web if I...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-06-12, 05:46 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 730
Posted By fatpunk

Shelly, Youtube is a wonderful tool. Hit amazon...

Shelly, Youtube is a wonderful tool. Hit amazon and find a bicycle repair book. I swear by them. 6 months ago I bought my first bike and I couldn't change a tire. Now I have people bringing me their...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-05-12, 10:03 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 910
Posted By fatpunk

276911 Yeah I want one.

276911

Yeah I want one.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-03-12, 07:42 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 910
Posted By fatpunk

How do you like the XTC1 29er? I've been eye...

How do you like the XTC1 29er? I've been eye balling one at my local bike shop.
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