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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-14-15, 11:03 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,821
Posted By Perisphere

Apparently, BikeForums is Hotel California. You...

Apparently, BikeForums is Hotel California. You can never leave. You can't delete your own threads and you can't even delete your account! So I'll just say happy trails.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-14-15, 10:44 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,821
Posted By Perisphere

I've lived in the city for 25 years.

I've lived in the city for 25 years.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-14-15, 10:36 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,821
Posted By Perisphere

I'm looking forward to getting comfortable on a...

I'm looking forward to getting comfortable on a bike again.

I can't change my diet much without compromising nutritional quality. I already work out and walk extensively as I got rid of my car...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-14-15, 09:45 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,821
Posted By Perisphere

EXACTLY. The bike is a hobby. I expect to HAVE...

EXACTLY. The bike is a hobby. I expect to HAVE FUN.

I lost 170 lbs ten years ago and have maintained the loss. I'm a certified trainer and weight loss consultant for seriously overweight people. I...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-14-15, 06:09 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,821
Posted By Perisphere

Goodness gracious those Pilens ARE incredible! I...

Goodness gracious those Pilens ARE incredible! I see they are sold at JC Lind here in Chicago, a shop where Linus is the low end! Yeah I don't need to be spending $1500 on a bike! But damn they're...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-13-15, 08:02 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,821
Posted By Perisphere

Tried the Public C7 today. Still felt like the...

Tried the Public C7 today. Still felt like the reach was not a good fit. BFF Bikes was an interesting store except the sales person (a co-owner) kept a running conversation going with a friend in the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-12-15, 09:36 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,821
Posted By Perisphere

GinnyRed---Thank you for the recommendation for...

GinnyRed---Thank you for the recommendation for BFF Bikes. I didn't know about the place. Had a great chat with them today on the phone. Heading over tomorrow morning to try the Public C7!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-11-15, 07:03 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,821
Posted By Perisphere

Took a couple of test rides today. VERY...

Took a couple of test rides today. VERY DISAPPOINTED that the Linus Dutchy 3 did not actually feel all that great. The distance from handlebars to seat felt short to me and somehow my legs felt like...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-09-15, 09:36 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,821
Posted By Perisphere

It's in Hammond Indiana now!

It's in Hammond Indiana now!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-09-15, 09:32 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,821
Posted By Perisphere

They seem like cool city bikes but I'd need a...

They seem like cool city bikes but I'd need a compelling reason to buy a bike online.



I'm the director of marketing and I've developed an online exercise concept for them.




THANKS!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-09-15, 06:32 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,821
Posted By Perisphere

gvw? Lbs?

gvw? Lbs?
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-09-15, 12:29 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,821
Posted By Perisphere

That is really good to know as one site I looked...

That is really good to know as one site I looked at listed 5'5" as the cut off between bike sizes which would have me wondering which to choose. The Worksman bikes look really nice! I'm definitely...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-09-15, 12:25 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,821
Posted By Perisphere

BFF definitely looks like a place I should check...

BFF definitely looks like a place I should check out. Thanks for the recommendation!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-09-15, 11:06 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,821
Posted By Perisphere

I've been told that about the Lakefront Trail...

I've been told that about the Lakefront Trail here. There's an actual Crash Browser (http://chicagocrashes.org/#zoom=16&lat=41.98462&lon=-87.65633) online....
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-09-15, 10:59 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,821
Posted By Perisphere

My interest was really piqued when I started a...

My interest was really piqued when I started a class and one of my classmates is a serious cycling advocate. I asked him about that exact thing. Since Divvy came to Chicago, we have bike lanes...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-09-15, 08:56 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,821
Posted By Perisphere

Hi Francis! I'm 5'6" and right now I'm about...

Hi Francis!

I'm 5'6" and right now I'm about 200 lbs again. My top weight was 340 lbs and I lost down to the 170s about ten years ago. I'm getting older, I'm working a LOT (sitting!), so I'm...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-09-15, 08:21 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,821
Posted By Perisphere

Bike Purchase Considerations

Hey folks--

As is my usual, as soon as I start thinking about something, I jump in with both feet! I have been thinking for awhile about getting back to my teenage love of biking and now I just...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-08-15, 04:51 PM
Replies: 858
Views: 98,262
Posted By Perisphere

Sorry but no. I have no sock puppet accounts.

Sorry but no. I have no sock puppet accounts.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-08-15, 04:50 PM
Replies: 858
Views: 98,262
Posted By Perisphere

Yes I've been writing about it for a decade,...

Yes I've been writing about it for a decade, published a book, and work as a consultant and certified trainer for people who need to lose 100 lbs or more. I'm part owner of an online weight loss...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-08-15, 04:22 PM
Replies: 858
Views: 98,262
Posted By Perisphere

Exactly. I responded to Jack's post quoting me...

Exactly. I responded to Jack's post quoting me but I've deleted it as apparently it's being reposted by Mr. Hite's cheerleaders and I am being lambasted all over again. He's posting that I am...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-08-15, 05:48 AM
Replies: 858
Views: 98,262
Posted By Perisphere

Even without the brother's comments, it's come...

Even without the brother's comments, it's come out that the wife is engaged to another man and may be in on using the whole "save the marriage" angle to drive more donations. An earlier Indiegogo...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-07-15, 09:26 PM
Replies: 858
Views: 98,262
Posted By Perisphere

469850 469852 469853 469854 That photo was...

469850 469852 469853 469854

That photo was so hilariously bizarre, I couldn't resist
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-07-15, 08:23 AM
Replies: 858
Views: 98,262
Posted By Perisphere

First of all, many congratulations on getting it...

First of all, many congratulations on getting it done! When I was 340 lbs I also realized that I needed to simply do whatever I COULD do and like you, that was some walking. At first, I didn't walk...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-06-15, 09:02 PM
Replies: 858
Views: 98,262
Posted By Perisphere

I DID find this board because of the Fat Guy but...

I DID find this board because of the Fat Guy but it's quite serendipitous that I did! I've been thinking about wanting to ride again and this board can help me go ahead and do it!




I made a...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-06-15, 08:51 PM
Replies: 3,556
Views: 2,498,688
Posted By Perisphere

I used to love riding and I was a very confident...

I used to love riding and I was a very confident rider when I was a kid. Not so anymore! But I know I live right near such awesome cycling paths! I could be venturing down to the South Shore! I need...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-06-15, 04:18 PM
Replies: 858
Views: 98,262
Posted By Perisphere

Hi Ginny! Actually, from what his family says...

Hi Ginny! Actually, from what his family says about Eric, I recognize a bit of my own brother. Always some new grandiose plan that's going to work out so great but when things don't go well there's a...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-06-15, 03:43 PM
Replies: 858
Views: 98,262
Posted By Perisphere

He said he was 560 lbs when he started this...

He said he was 560 lbs when he started this little venture but I base my opinion also on his body composition. I am having trouble imagining him being able to fit on a bike and reach the handlebars...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-06-15, 02:32 PM
Replies: 858
Views: 98,262
Posted By Perisphere

He donated food? Like he's bought so much food...

He donated food? Like he's bought so much food now he's donating some? WHA?

That is maybe the only full body photo I've seen of Mr. Hites. I really do not see how this man can ride a bike at all....
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-06-15, 12:07 PM
Replies: 858
Views: 98,262
Posted By Perisphere

I found this group because of this Fat Con,...

I found this group because of this Fat Con, uh...Guy...and I'm glad to have found you! Go check out my introduction post.

I weighed 340 lbs at my highest and have been 170 to 190ish for the past...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-06-15, 11:52 AM
Replies: 3,556
Views: 2,498,688
Posted By Perisphere

That's a great suggestion! I looked up their...

That's a great suggestion! I looked up their website and they have a ride rated "Ridiculously easy." Can't say no to that! I'm going to make time for it and try to do it within the next couple of...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-06-15, 11:07 AM
Replies: 3,556
Views: 2,498,688
Posted By Perisphere

Hi! I found this forum because of the whole Fat...

Hi! I found this forum because of the whole Fat Guy Across America drama but here's at least one good thing to come from it! I always loved to ride and was crazy about my bike when I was a teenager....
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