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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-28-14, 02:03 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 965
Posted By MattInFla

Outstanding! Way to go!

Outstanding! Way to go!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-28-14, 02:02 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 444
Posted By MattInFla

Nice ride today

Knocked out a Tour de Tuesday, just for the heck of it.

MattL1082's Profile (http://www.mapmyride.com/workout/779130169)

25.11 miles. Beautiful day, nice riding weather.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-09-14, 07:30 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 900
Posted By MattInFla

Good visit with the Endocrinologist

A month back on the bike, and my A1c dropped two full points. Very close to goal. Woot Woot!!!!!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-02-14, 03:15 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,695
Posted By MattInFla

Rock on, Dave!!!!!!

Rock on, Dave!!!!!!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-02-14, 03:06 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,777
Posted By MattInFla

March 1 seems pretty reasonable. Hopefully...

March 1 seems pretty reasonable. Hopefully sooner, but that's pretty doable, I think.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-02-14, 01:06 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,777
Posted By MattInFla

Probably in the 250 range. I'm 6'6 and have a...

Probably in the 250 range. I'm 6'6 and have a large frame, so I'm never going to be svelte. I was well over 400 a couple years ago, so I'm doing pretty well to date. I fell off the wagon a bit in...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-02-14, 12:46 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,777
Posted By MattInFla

After conversing with the voice of reason, aka...

After conversing with the voice of reason, aka the wifester, aka she who must be obeyed, I am going to hold off until I hit my next big weight milestone (300), and buy a road bike then. I'll be...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-02-14, 08:52 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,777
Posted By MattInFla

From the pictures, the Allez at the level I am...

From the pictures, the Allez at the level I am looking at has a 32h rear. I'll definitely be looking into the rear wheel. The rear on my Sirrus is the stock rim and hub, but I had my local wheel...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-02-14, 08:48 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,777
Posted By MattInFla

Oh, I have no illusions that bike weight makes a...

Oh, I have no illusions that bike weight makes a performance difference for me. I was mentioning lighter build in terms of strength. I know I can drop many times the weight of the bike from my...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-02-14, 07:55 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,777
Posted By MattInFla

It seems to be that splitting the seatstay to add...

It seems to be that splitting the seatstay to add in the insert is going to result in a weaker seatstay than the intact aluminum.

I could be wrong...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-02-14, 07:46 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 5,199
Posted By MattInFla

What is this "Winter" of which you...

What is this "Winter" of which you speak?
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-02-14, 06:45 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,777
Posted By MattInFla

I was looking at the Allez over the Secteur...

I was looking at the Allez over the Secteur because the 2015 Secteur has the "Zertz" insert in the seatstays, and I am concerned about durability. The Allez does not. As for the geometry, I was...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-01-14, 05:45 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,301
Posted By MattInFla

Congratulations!!!!!!

Congratulations!!!!!!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-01-14, 04:24 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,777
Posted By MattInFla

Thinking about a Specialized Allez Elite

LBS has a 61cm Allez Elite on sale, very tempted. But I am concerned about my weight (345). Sirrus comp is holding up fine, but the Allez is a bit lighter looking build.

Any larger clydesdale...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-30-14, 11:36 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 687
Posted By MattInFla

What type of riding does he plan to do (trails,...

What type of riding does he plan to do (trails, gravel, paved paths, roads)?
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-30-14, 09:00 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,016
Posted By MattInFla

A bridge too far

Went for a nice ride with my riding club (Florida Freewheelers) this morning. Did 21.3 miles total (second longest ride ever). Dragged a bit on the last three miles.

Sadly, I must report that my...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-28-14, 04:21 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,126
Posted By MattInFla

I short-cut the restriction a bit and got back on...

I short-cut the restriction a bit and got back on the bike yesterday. No issues. Happy camper!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-23-14, 12:33 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 8,988
Posted By MattInFla

I'm in Current: 345 Goal: 320 Stretch...

I'm in

Current: 345
Goal: 320
Stretch Goal: 310

Matt
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-15-14, 10:05 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,126
Posted By MattInFla

Cath was this morning, and it went well. Nothing...

Cath was this morning, and it went well. Nothing unexpected in the findings. Have to be off the bike for two weeks, though. :(

Matt
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-14-14, 04:54 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,057
Posted By MattInFla

Welcome! Congratulations on embarking on a...

Welcome! Congratulations on embarking on a riding sport that will bring you both fun and weight loss success
Forum: Road Cycling
09-10-14, 04:28 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 6,043
Posted By MattInFla

Apple's my friends app will do this.

Apple's my friends app will do this.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-10-14, 05:05 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,183
Posted By MattInFla

They key thing, to me, is keeping it fun. Track...

They key thing, to me, is keeping it fun. Track your intake and ride your bike. You will see results, and that will help keep you motivated.

Congratulations on taking the first step. I know I...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-09-14, 05:08 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,183
Posted By MattInFla

Welcome. You won't find judgement here, just...

Welcome. You won't find judgement here, just support and good advice. Rarely, a problem poster will say something out of line in here - and the forum staff will show them the door in a heartbeat.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-05-14, 08:04 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,580
Posted By MattInFla

I like Mio Fit these days (NOT the "energy" with...

I like Mio Fit these days (NOT the "energy" with tuarine and guarana). Tastes good, replaces electrolytes, and adds no calories. And you can make is as strong or dilute as you like.

Matt
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-05-14, 08:01 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,812
Posted By MattInFla

Well done. Fair winds and smooth trails!

Well done. Fair winds and smooth trails!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-05-14, 05:09 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,580
Posted By MattInFla

Welcome! Lights come in two basic categories...

Welcome!

Lights come in two basic categories - lights to see with and lights to be seen with. There are a few good guides to light selection out there. REI has a basic overview: Bike Lights: How...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-04-14, 05:33 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 761
Posted By MattInFla

Congratulations on the new ride!

Congratulations on the new ride!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-04-14, 04:57 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,126
Posted By MattInFla

Well,crap

Had a cardiac stress test last week. Got the results today, and the doc wants me to have a cath to check out the vessels.

I'm allowed to ride while I await scheduling, but not to ride hard. ...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-03-14, 06:50 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,219
Posted By MattInFla

Dead last finish beats did not finish, which...

Dead last finish beats did not finish, which greatly exceeds did not start!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-01-14, 08:20 AM
Replies: 196
Views: 8,551
Posted By MattInFla

Getting back into it after a hiatus, so I am...

Getting back into it after a hiatus, so I am going to start small. 100 miles.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-30-14, 03:28 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 798
Posted By MattInFla

Well done!

Well done!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-29-14, 11:52 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,943
Posted By MattInFla

It was good. Did the 25 miles, which was my...

It was good. Did the 25 miles, which was my longest ride to date. The last 1/3 was brutal, with the winds picking up to high levels and the route exposed and running right into it. But I finished...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-28-13, 07:18 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,943
Posted By MattInFla

It's possible. We'll see how the training goes. ...

It's possible. We'll see how the training goes. My longest ride to date is 20 miles, and at 340 pounds, I'm not exactly in shape (round doesn't count, even though it is technically a shape).

I'm...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-28-13, 07:15 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,943
Posted By MattInFla

I am signed up with the Florida Freewheelers...

I am signed up with the Florida Freewheelers team. I am not sure what pace they plan to ride, so I am not sure if I will be riding with the group or not. I'll probably ride with the group until I...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-24-13, 01:26 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,943
Posted By MattInFla

Tour de Cure

Decided to set a goal that means something, and raise some funds for a good cause in the process, so I registered for the Tour de Cure in March here in Florida. I'm going to try for the 50 mile...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-19-13, 05:06 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 641
Posted By MattInFla

LOL Having withdrawal symptoms from the...

LOL

Having withdrawal symptoms from the bike. I WANT MY BIKE BACK!!!!!!

Perhaps I should scout around for a backup wheelset......
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-16-13, 03:37 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 641
Posted By MattInFla

Rats! Broke another spoke.

Bike shop is going to re-lace the wheel in a different pattern. Might get it back Friday, more likely next week.

I can feel the withdrawal symptoms starting :(
Forum: Road Cycling
10-14-13, 11:08 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,379
Posted By MattInFla

Too bad you couldn't catch them in the act. A...

Too bad you couldn't catch them in the act. A well timed shove would have yielded a satisfying scream and crash, along with instant justice.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-12-13, 04:28 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,467
Posted By MattInFla

Outstanding!!!!!!

Outstanding!!!!!!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-11-13, 05:47 AM
Replies: 1,105
Views: 72,051
Posted By MattInFla

If you want to get control of your intake, you'll...

If you want to get control of your intake, you'll need another scale - a kitchen scale. Weigh out your servings for a couple weeks and you'll adjust what you think of as a single serving of a food...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-10-13, 05:36 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,331
Posted By MattInFla

Yeah, this isn't a performance study. What they...

Yeah, this isn't a performance study. What they are looking for on the ECG are signs of muscle that is becoming oxygen deprived. When a section of muscle is not getting enough blood flow, it...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-09-13, 08:38 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 637
Posted By MattInFla

Also set a best time on a mini-sprint that is...

Also set a best time on a mini-sprint that is part of my regular loop. I'm #1 (http://www.bikeforums.net/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=1) of 3 (slow) riders on that segment. LOL
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-09-13, 08:20 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 637
Posted By MattInFla

New personal best

20.01 miles in 1:41.

I won't lie, the last mile was killing me. I must have looked odd to my neighbors, riding along gasping / chanting "I will not wimp out" in cadence with my pedaling. Took...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-08-13, 04:35 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 818
Posted By MattInFla

For those using MapMyRide, which now supports...

For those using MapMyRide, which now supports groups: http://www.mapmyride.com/people/groups/122583/
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-07-13, 08:16 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,331
Posted By MattInFla

It's normal to be apprehensive about this sort of...

It's normal to be apprehensive about this sort of thing.

The stress test is not bad, though. In all probability, your doc has ordered a nuclear medicine stress test. The objective of the test is...
Forum: Commuting
10-05-13, 05:44 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 586
Posted By MattInFla

I work from home, and I "commute" to work every...

I work from home, and I "commute" to work every morning with a loop ride.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-05-13, 04:39 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 803
Posted By MattInFla

343 here (at the moment). Riding a Specialized...

343 here (at the moment). Riding a Specialized Sirrus Comp.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-05-13, 04:36 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,083
Posted By MattInFla

You'll get there. Every ride gets you a bit more...

You'll get there. Every ride gets you a bit more stamina and strength. It is also amazing to learn how effective a bike is at detecting even the slightest incline :)
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-04-13, 06:34 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,804
Posted By MattInFla

Welcome! Lots of good information here. ...

Welcome!

Lots of good information here. Don't worry, you are far from the heaviest guy to ever ride a bike. We bigger guys are tough on wheelsets, but sturdy wheels can be readily built if...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-03-13, 12:14 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,425
Posted By MattInFla

Yup, and a smaller payload. Working on both :D

Yup, and a smaller payload. Working on both :D
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