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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-28-06, 01:33 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,450
Posted By tlong

It sure would make me feel better if more women...

It sure would make me feel better if more women would respond to this thread, so I don't have to sit around thinking I am the only chubster!:eek:
On another note, I have been thinking that I am...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-27-06, 07:28 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,450
Posted By tlong

Unfortunately, I fit into this category. I am...

Unfortunately, I fit into this category. I am about 5'8" tall. I weighed about 170-5 when I got pregnant with my first child in 2002. I had gestational diabetes and put on about 65lbs. Then when...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-10-06, 08:27 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 561
Posted By tlong

I just did our MS150 today. Ours had a sticker...

I just did our MS150 today. Ours had a sticker for your helmet.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-06-06, 10:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 563
Posted By tlong

Very cool! Also, I wanted to tell you how...

Very cool! Also, I wanted to tell you how jealous I am! I moved to the Atlanta area about 1 year ago after living in NC nearly all my life. We are happy here, but I do miss home. Moore County is...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-24-06, 07:55 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 763
Posted By tlong

Enjoy!

Enjoy!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-20-06, 07:48 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 550
Posted By tlong

Thanks for all of the encouragement! I'll have...

Thanks for all of the encouragement! I'll have to get back to you with pictures.
I am not sore today, but very tired! I had to take a nap this afternoon and am going to get tucked in for the night...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-19-06, 06:50 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 550
Posted By tlong

Woo Hoo! My first century!

I bought my road bike on May 2 of this year and turned 1,000 miles on it today while riding my first century! I am SOOO excited. I know there are people who go further, faster, etc, but my goal was...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-14-06, 09:38 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,103
Posted By tlong

Thanks, guys! :) I am 35. My first century...

Thanks, guys! :)
I am 35. My first century is Saturday. I can't wait!
Blueberry pie for all!
BTW, dauphin, I am enjoying reading about your new bikes and building up for your first century!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-14-06, 06:53 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,103
Posted By tlong

Would it help if I mention that I like blueberry...

Would it help if I mention that I like blueberry pie?:D
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-14-06, 06:37 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,103
Posted By tlong

Can I be....

an honorary 50+ forum member? Right now I am just a wannabe! I thoroughly enjoy this forum and find I have a lot more in common with you guys and gals than the others.

I am a stay at home mom...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-09-06, 04:00 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,048
Posted By tlong

Hi guys. I appreciate all of your thoughts. I...

Hi guys. I appreciate all of your thoughts. I thought it was a dumb question and you would all say, "Duh...drink more water before you ride." I guess there is a little more to it than that. As I...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-08-06, 09:48 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,048
Posted By tlong

Question about water....

I am a new cyclist and have only been riding since May. I am female, 5'8" and about 200lbs (down from 210 :)) I am currently training for the MS 150 in my area, so I am riding 100-125 miles per...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-02-06, 08:47 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 432
Posted By tlong

I live on the other side of Atlanta, so I can't...

I live on the other side of Atlanta, so I can't help, but I know there are a lot of group rides up there. Check out the Southern Bicycle League website. I don't have their address handy, but it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-28-06, 08:47 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,450
Posted By tlong

Thanks for the tips guys. I bought a new Trek...

Thanks for the tips guys. I bought a new Trek 1500 this year and am logging miles pretty quickly. The Giant has been kept in the house all of its life and it just seems ashame to let it sit. I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-27-06, 06:24 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,450
Posted By tlong

Thanks Little Darwin. I have heard the bio-pace...

Thanks Little Darwin. I have heard the bio-pace rings are bad for your knees. Also, the bike puts me in a VERY aggressive riding position. I don't know enough to know whether that is a product of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-26-06, 02:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,450
Posted By tlong

Can I make anything with this?

I, like many others here, am picking up the sport after many years away. I have a 1990 Giant Perigee. It has a cro-moly frame and bio-pace chainrings. Is there anyway to make this into a...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-23-06, 09:02 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 472
Posted By tlong

I, too, remember your original post. I am glad...

I, too, remember your original post. I am glad things are working out so well for you!
Forum: Road Cycling
07-09-06, 08:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 617
Posted By tlong

Good choice...I hope you enjoy it! My LBS is...

Good choice...I hope you enjoy it! My LBS is getting ready to start carrying Bianchi's. I am so excited...I think I want one of each!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-05-06, 07:50 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 652
Posted By tlong

I went to my LBS after trying the seat on my new...

I went to my LBS after trying the seat on my new bike for about two weeks. They put my bike on a trainer and let me try several different types of seats. I could tell withingn a few minutes which...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-04-06, 09:16 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 457
Posted By tlong

Thanks for all of the tips! I am going to the...

Thanks for all of the tips! I am going to the shop in the morning and will hopefully be riding again tomorrow evening.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-04-06, 10:12 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 457
Posted By tlong

I carry an extra tube, tire levers, CO2, and some...

I carry an extra tube, tire levers, CO2, and some tools, but the more experienced riders on the trip said it was shot...I just took their word for it... Thanks for the tip...I am definitely going to...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-04-06, 10:09 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 457
Posted By tlong

It is about 1/2" long and runs into the sidewall...

It is about 1/2" long and runs into the sidewall and edge. It looks more like a tear than a cut.

Also, I guess I should have mentioned I'm a little on the heavy rider side at 196 (though I am...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-04-06, 10:03 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 457
Posted By tlong

Riding Mishap and question...

I bought my shiny new WSD Trek 1500 on May 2. It is my first real bike in about 15 years. I have about 600 miles on it and was heading out to ride with my friends this morning. We were riding in a...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-26-06, 09:37 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 507
Posted By tlong

Nutririon books

Hi guys. I added some weight while pregnant with my children and got as heavy as 210lbs. I got back into cycling after about a twelve year layoff in May. I rode 400 miles in June! Yippee! I...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-13-06, 01:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 461
Posted By tlong

Questions from a newb...

Hi folks. I bought a giant Sedona in March...fell in love with riding and have since traded it in for a Trek 1500 and a Jamis Coda. I use the Coda to pull my kids in a trailer on bike paths,...
Forum: Commuting
05-24-06, 08:44 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,117
Posted By tlong

I have ridden 36 miles over the last 24...

I have ridden 36 miles over the last 24 hours...that's a record for me. I rode on the road with it last night, pulled the kids to the playground this morning and went for a group ride on the paths...
Forum: Commuting
05-24-06, 07:34 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,117
Posted By tlong

Well...I couldn't help myself. After much...

Well...I couldn't help myself. After much research (I think I have now read EVERY thread regarding trailers, hybrids, Codas etc :) ), a test ride and a long talk with a husband who doesn't...
Forum: Commuting
05-23-06, 01:40 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,117
Posted By tlong

Hi guys thanks fo rthe tips. I don't really...

Hi guys thanks fo rthe tips. I don't really think it counts either, but this looked like the best forum for my question. I rode the JAmis Coda this morning. I'd love to go with one of the higher...
Forum: Commuting
05-22-06, 09:23 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,117
Posted By tlong

Hi guys. Thanks for the encouragement. I have...

Hi guys. Thanks for the encouragement. I have read up on the Jamis Coda line and it sounds pretty good. I am going to try to stop by the LBS and check one out tomorrow.
Forum: Commuting
05-22-06, 12:21 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,117
Posted By tlong

Does this count as commuting?

I am a stay at home mom, so I can't really ride to work, but I load my 2 and 3yo's up in the trailer and ride evrywhere we can. We go to the playground, friends houses, grocery store (coming...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-04-06, 07:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 560
Posted By tlong

Thanks guys! It ended up raining tonite, but I...

Thanks guys! It ended up raining tonite, but I snuck in 10 before dark. The bike already feels more comfortable! I can't wait to get in a ride with the group!
Forum: Road Cycling
05-04-06, 10:00 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 560
Posted By tlong

Bought a new roadie!!!

I rode alot in college, but I graduated in '93 and have not been on a bike since. Now, I am 13 years older and about 65 lbs or more heavier. I have a 2yo and a 3yo. I bought a comfort bike about 6...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-01-06, 10:42 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 379
Posted By tlong

Thanks for the responses. I am leaning towards a...

Thanks for the responses. I am leaning towards a road bike since the Giant Sedona comfort bike I bought seems to working great for the bike paths and the neighborhood. It's not so cool on the group...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-01-06, 07:33 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 379
Posted By tlong

Please?

Please?
Forum: Road Cycling
05-01-06, 06:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 379
Posted By tlong

Newbie needs some advice...

Hi guys. I am (probably) going to pick out a new bike tomorrow. It is a long story, but basically my LBS is allowing me to return a hybrid that was not properly fitted, so I will be buying there. ...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-28-06, 08:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 669
Posted By tlong

Thanks for all of your input everyone. I road it...

Thanks for all of your input everyone. I road it on the 24 miler last night. It was pretty omfortable, but had that nagging feeling the entire time that I had bought the wrong bike. When I called...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-27-06, 03:17 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 669
Posted By tlong

Thanks for the quick responses, guys. I should...

Thanks for the quick responses, guys. I should have mentioned that even with the outrageous seatpost, the saddle is still even with the handlebars. They said if it puts a lot of weight on my hands,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-27-06, 02:54 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 669
Posted By tlong

Uh Oh! Did I goof?

I posted my first thread here a few days ago. I was asking if it was okay to buy from another LBS if they carried a brand my usual store does not carry.
Long story short, I bought the bike. It is...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-24-06, 10:49 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 808
Posted By tlong

Cool...that sounds like a good solution. I...

Cool...that sounds like a good solution. I really do want to support the shop that has been so helpful. How do the components on the Giant FCR compare? I am not yet familiar with all of the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-24-06, 02:32 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 808
Posted By tlong

Thanks for all of the responses guys. I like the...

Thanks for all of the responses guys. I like the FCR, too, but thought that the Trek might be better on the bike paths and on hills. I was thinking that if it more closely resembles a MTB frame, it...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-24-06, 12:32 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 808
Posted By tlong

What do you do if...

Hi. This is my first post, but I have been reading and learning for awhile now. I purchased a Giant Sedona comfort bike for riding on bike paths pulling my kids in a Burley D'Lite about a month...
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