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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
11-19-08, 10:56 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 383
Posted By dveary

Interesting link for commuters

http://cosmos.bcst.yahoo.com/up/player/popup/index.php?cl=10730175

Some new chain technology by Trek for commuters
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-16-08, 08:57 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,802
Posted By dveary

look at saddle positions too

A lot has been mentioned about bar height and saddle height. Keep in mind that saddle angles and fore and aft have a lot to do with pressure on the hands as well. If your saddle has too much of a...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-12-08, 08:56 AM
Replies: 711
Views: 67,025
Posted By dveary

Still not on the map. Matawan NJ 07747

Still not on the map.

Matawan NJ 07747
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-08-08, 07:23 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 880
Posted By dveary

Good luck with the new bike. I have the same one...

Good luck with the new bike. I have the same one for about a year now and I love it. Let me know what you think of the Brooks saddle. I have been considering buying one for a couple months now.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-05-08, 08:33 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 581
Posted By dveary

I also just bought clipless pedals and shoes...

I also just bought clipless pedals and shoes yesterday. I tried them for the first time last night. I found that it was haredr clipping in than out but I'm sure I will get used to it. Almost fell...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-28-08, 08:37 AM
Replies: 711
Views: 67,025
Posted By dveary

Matawan NJ 07747

Matawan NJ 07747
Forum: Recreational & Family
06-06-08, 10:40 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 836
Posted By dveary

Anyone use Rocky mount Noose?

I have Toyota Sienna minivan and want to get roof racks. I see the Rocky mount Noose attaches directly to my factory roof racks. With Thule I have to buy cross bars first($40), then bike...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-03-07, 10:01 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,010
Posted By dveary

I share the same problem. My hand are always...

I share the same problem. My hand are always freezing, even with gloves. I lost 73 lbs. since April.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
10-27-07, 08:38 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 656
Posted By dveary

Yes I did. It shipped out same day. I have a...

Yes I did. It shipped out same day. I have a UPS tracking number that says I'll have it by Monday. I'll let you guys know what I thimk of it after a few uses.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
10-26-07, 11:13 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 656
Posted By dveary

http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-2008-CycleOps-Fluid-2-Trai...

http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-2008-CycleOps-Fluid-2-Trainer-FREE-Riser-Shipping_W0QQitemZ120174830175QQihZ002QQcategoryZ36141QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

The had 20 available. Down to 7
Forum: Training & Nutrition
10-25-07, 06:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 656
Posted By dveary

Good deal on trainer

Is this a good deal. I found a Cyclops fluid 2 trainer for $229 shipped. It also contains the riser block. Brand new, still in box. I see Rei for $299 plus $26 to ship, Nashbar $329 plus $22 to...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-16-07, 08:46 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 466
Posted By dveary

I never considered rollers, but I am not opposed...

I never considered rollers, but I am not opposed to them. I am a new rider and only ride maybe 10 miles a night. I will consider comments on rollers and trainers.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-16-07, 07:15 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 466
Posted By dveary

Need a good trainer

I'm looking for a trainer for indoor winter use and I know nothing about them. What is a good brand and type of trainer? I'm looking to spend less than $200. Which trainers have you guys/gals had...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-02-07, 06:35 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,636
Posted By dveary

Exactly. I had the same problem a few years...

Exactly. I had the same problem a few years back. Ice is the best thing for it. No heat!
Forum: Training & Nutrition
09-17-07, 11:56 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 895
Posted By dveary

www.mapmyride.com

www.mapmyride.com
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-04-07, 06:25 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 396
Posted By dveary

I have rain gear that I bought from Cabelas. It...

I have rain gear that I bought from Cabelas. It is called Guide Wear and is intended for fishing. It has Gore Tex and is breathable. I fished for 2 days in the pouring rain and was bone dry. They...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-29-07, 01:01 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 754
Posted By dveary

I do have bar ends. The angle that I have them...

I do have bar ends. The angle that I have them is up and forward almost like holding ski poles. Im not sure they help much. My elbow still hurts after 10 miles.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-29-07, 06:07 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 754
Posted By dveary

I've researched this a little and I believe you...

I've researched this a little and I believe you are right with the tendonitis. My question is how do I correct the problem. What new bars will help with this. Keep in mind my bike is a hybrid.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-26-07, 07:34 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 754
Posted By dveary

Definitely from bicycling and definitely related...

Definitely from bicycling and definitely related to this new bike. Before this bike, I rode a KMart special mountain bike with straight bars and I never had this problem. So it is something with...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-26-07, 02:56 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 754
Posted By dveary

I dont know what size they are. They are stock...

I dont know what size they are. They are stock on a Trek 7.3 FX. I do have pretty wide shoulders. Is there a rule of thumb here on how wide they should be in relation to your shoulders?
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-26-07, 09:42 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 754
Posted By dveary

I guess the pain is right above the joint, not...

I guess the pain is right above the joint, not the joint itself.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-26-07, 08:05 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 754
Posted By dveary

Elbow Pain

Bought my Trek Fx bike a few weeks ago. After the first week, I was complaining about hand and arm pain. I adjusted the seat fore and aft and the angle a little. I also purchased gloves. My hands...
Forum: Recreational & Family
08-18-07, 05:49 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,163
Posted By dveary

The Trek 7000 has an MSRP of $279. I am sure...

The Trek 7000 has an MSRP of $279. I am sure that if you find an '07 it would be cheaper than that. I believe it has 21 speeds. Buying the new Trek 7000 over a used Giant for $300 sounds like a...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-09-07, 06:53 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,868
Posted By dveary

Not that you can't post here, but you will get a...

Not that you can't post here, but you will get a lot of useful info from the Clydesdale/Athena section which deals with people 200 lbs and more like you and me.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-09-07, 12:38 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,793
Posted By dveary

The problem with a mountain bike is that the...

The problem with a mountain bike is that the tires were too wide and slow. I felt like the bike was working against me. Keep in mind that I am riding on paved paths only for excersie. I needed...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-09-07, 11:27 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,793
Posted By dveary

Just bought the Trek 7.3FX and I like it. Did a...

Just bought the Trek 7.3FX and I like it. Did a lot of research for few weeks before buying it. I bought it specifically for excercising. I am new to biking so I did not want to go right into a...
Forum: Recreational & Family
08-08-07, 10:52 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,323
Posted By dveary

I just labored for weeks with the same dilemma...

I just labored for weeks with the same dilemma and I ended up with the FX. I do only paved bike trails and some road. I just started biking a few weeks ago. I went with the FX because #1 I did not...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-08-07, 09:39 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 489
Posted By dveary

Awesome computer deal

A friend of mine found this on Slickdeals.
http://forums.slickdeals.net/showthread.php?threadid=579181
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-07-07, 07:58 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 720
Posted By dveary

Arms and hands hurt

I just picked up a Trek 7.3FX on Sunday. The LBS fitted me and said all was adjusted properly. I rode for 10 miles Monday and felt a little pain in my arms, but tonite I went for about 16 miles and...
Forum: Recreational & Family
08-06-07, 07:23 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,150
Posted By dveary

I finally made a purchase yesterday. I went for...

I finally made a purchase yesterday. I went for the Trek 7.3FX in blue. I had them install a computer on it as well. I rode it tonight. I did 10 miles on the bike trail. Time was 38 minutes,...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-06-07, 10:37 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,607
Posted By dveary

Egg whites on whole wheat bread.

Egg whites on whole wheat bread.
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-03-07, 05:51 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 485
Posted By dveary

Is this the same pump as the road morph?

Is this the same pump as the road morph?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-01-07, 07:53 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,907
Posted By dveary

why do a lot of people say they carry a frame...

why do a lot of people say they carry a frame pump and co2 cartidges?? Don't you use one or the other?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-30-07, 06:29 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,868
Posted By dveary

Trek 7.2fx vs. 7.3fx

I finally decided I was getting a Trek FX over their regular hybrid line. I was all set to buy the 7.2 FX and then I saw the 7.3 fx for $70 more. Here is a list of the components on the bikes. Is...
Forum: Introductions
07-19-07, 09:18 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 257
Posted By dveary

Henry Hudson

Along the Henry Hudson Trail which runs from Keyport to Atlantic Highlands about 11 miles one way. I have not made it all the way yet. The most I went is 16 miles round trip. I'm just starting out...
Forum: Recreational & Family
07-19-07, 06:24 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,150
Posted By dveary

Help with hybrids.

I am in market for a hybrid. I just started riding mainly for exercise on local paved bike paths. I am considering Trek, Giant, and Fuji hybrids around $400 or under. Any expereience with these...
Forum: Introductions
07-19-07, 06:21 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 257
Posted By dveary

Brand new

Recently started riding bike for exercise with the family here in New Jersey. I am coming here to get some info on hybrids before I make purchase. Thanks ahead of time for any info I learn.
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