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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-23-19, 07:24 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,661
Posted By Vq30de

FWIW I’m 310ish and ride a carbon bike with a...

FWIW I’m 310ish and ride a carbon bike with a stated limit of 250... no issues whatsoever.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-02-18, 05:36 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 12,310
Posted By Vq30de

2018 roubaix comp here. 300+lbs. about 500 miles...

2018 roubaix comp here. 300+lbs. about 500 miles ridden and not one single issue. I love it...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
11-28-18, 05:25 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,890
Posted By Vq30de

Dura ace pedals - $180 spec torch 3.0 shoes...

Dura ace pedals - $180
spec torch 3.0 shoes -$150

excited to try clipless!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-27-18, 07:28 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 5,799
Posted By Vq30de

Quick update - I have put some good miles (300+)...

Quick update - I have put some good miles (300+) on the bike and like it more and more. My butt is cool with the saddle finally. Did a 60 mile ride a few weeks ago - no problems at all. No weird...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-14-18, 08:30 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,062
Posted By Vq30de

I have them on my Roubaix - I can’t compare them...

I have them on my Roubaix - I can’t compare them to any other wheel set as this is my first road bike, but in ~300 miles I have had zero issues or complaints. I am 300lbs and have ridden ****ty urban...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-31-18, 09:09 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 5,799
Posted By Vq30de

one more thing - in my opinion, there was a huge...

one more thing - in my opinion, there was a huge difference between the mechanical and hydraulic discs, to the point that it is ultimately what influenced my purchase. The sport has mechanical, and...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-30-18, 11:50 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,188
Posted By Vq30de

Hey you’re me! I’m the same size (little taller)....

Hey you’re me! I’m the same size (little taller). I just got a Specialized Roubaix Comp and it’s absolutely perfect for me. The base Roubaix lists at $1900. Carbon seems to be working out just fine...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-30-18, 11:38 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 5,799
Posted By Vq30de

It’s a fabulous bike so far, I highly recommend...

It’s a fabulous bike so far, I highly recommend it. I think it will hold up well. I was advised that the lower weight limit is a function of the brakes, specifically the mounting of the brakes. That...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-24-18, 03:07 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 5,799
Posted By Vq30de

in due time! I think if I spend any more money on...

in due time! I think if I spend any more money on bike stuff my wife might leave me. Plus I think she wants to buy me the pedals/shoes for Xmas, so I can wait. In the mean time I’m going to focus on...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-24-18, 03:03 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 5,799
Posted By Vq30de

excellent point. As a big fella, I have to be...

excellent point. As a big fella, I have to be cognizant of my weight in everything I do, and that has telegraphed through to my riding style. I let my legs and arms take the shock going over bumps,...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-23-18, 07:25 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 5,799
Posted By Vq30de

yes, for sure I’ll come back after a few months...

yes, for sure I’ll come back after a few months and update. First hand experience is far more valuable than speculation!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-23-18, 07:22 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 5,799
Posted By Vq30de

New bike. I rather like it so far. The ultegra is...

New bike. I rather like it so far. The ultegra is awfully nice and the hydro discs are incredible. It just stops without hesitation. I have about 100 miles so far and I think it was a good decision....
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-23-18, 07:17 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 5,799
Posted By Vq30de

My

My
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-23-18, 07:16 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 5,799
Posted By Vq30de

Of

Of
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-23-18, 07:15 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 5,799
Posted By Vq30de

In order to post pictures

In order to post pictures
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-23-18, 07:15 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 5,799
Posted By Vq30de

So more posts I shall make

So more posts I shall make
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-23-18, 07:14 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 5,799
Posted By Vq30de

I tried posting pictures. Apparently I need more...

I tried posting pictures. Apparently I need more posts
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-21-18, 11:30 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 5,799
Posted By Vq30de

Building a new house in the spring so I’ll have...

Building a new house in the spring so I’ll have room for one then! In fact that’s what precipitated this purchase - I had to sell my summer car and this is my consolation prize lol
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-20-18, 06:53 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 5,799
Posted By Vq30de

great logic, I appreciate it. It’s helpful to...

great logic, I appreciate it. It’s helpful to know a failure isn’t likely to be catastrophic. I think that in my situation I’ll ride on the 24s and see what happens. If it doesn’t work out, then it’s...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-20-18, 06:10 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 5,799
Posted By Vq30de

If I have issues I’ll get an aileron disc wheel...

If I have issues I’ll get an aileron disc wheel set from velocity. But I am doubting that’ll be necessary. I have like a couple months left of riding. By spring I’ll be close to the limit. The shop I...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-20-18, 05:54 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 5,799
Posted By Vq30de

I really appreciate all of he input, it’s...

I really appreciate all of he input, it’s inpressive how active this forum is!

Thunking was pedals, so I bought good platforms (going clipless in the spring) and that took care of it. Creaking was...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-19-18, 12:24 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 5,799
Posted By Vq30de

I appreciate the responses! noise is under...

I appreciate the responses!

noise is under load only, across all gears. Sounds like it’s trying to shift.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-19-18, 11:40 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 5,799
Posted By Vq30de

New road bike, feeling like it was a mistake

hello everyone, I’ve been reading this forum for quite a while now, and finally joined to make this post. So I’ve been riding the hell out of a $250 diamondback hybrid this summer - 30-40 miles at a...
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