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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-10-11, 04:42 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 11,493
Posted By theetruscan

I've ridden 3 Titanicos from 235-210 lbs now....

I've ridden 3 Titanicos from 235-210 lbs now. I've completely sworn off everything else. But, I still slowly stretch them out and make them squeak a bit. I hope I can give feedback on this before it...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-12-11, 09:33 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 382
Posted By theetruscan

Stopped doing this over a year ago. Try again: ...

Stopped doing this over a year ago. Try again:

Start. 211 lbs.

Goals:

5x Gym
1x bike commute
2x extended bike commutes (add in hill climbs)
1x short ride (~15 miles) at altitude
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-11-11, 01:20 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,620
Posted By theetruscan

Selle An-Atomica. They tend to stretch out too...

Selle An-Atomica. They tend to stretch out too much every ~10,000 miles, but I'm ok with that. So comfortable (on #3).
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-10-11, 10:11 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,124
Posted By theetruscan

I try to keep a proper schedule, but often flex a...

I try to keep a proper schedule, but often flex a bit.

The reality is, when I have the time

M,T,W,F - 22 mile ride to the gym, 1 hr crossfit, 6 mile ride home.

S - 6 miles to the gym,...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-02-10, 08:07 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 856
Posted By theetruscan

I know how to: Change a tube/tire ...

I know how to:

Change a tube/tire

Lube/clean my chain

Adjust brake tension

tinker with fit issues (move seat/handlebars/etc - basically wiggle s**t and screw in and unscrew hex bolts).
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-02-10, 01:55 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 533
Posted By theetruscan

Aerotech bib fit question

I wear an Assos Mille bib in XL. The Assos Uno bib in XL is too short (large enough around the waist/hips, but the shoulders are too short).

The Aerotech site makes me think I want an L, not an...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-02-10, 01:50 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,788
Posted By theetruscan

Paul High Flange rear hub - 3kish miles, smooth...

Paul High Flange rear hub - 3kish miles, smooth as butter, no issues. Ridden in rain, snow, mud, etc.

Mavic Aksium hub (semi-retired) - 11k miles, definitely not quite as smooth, but runs just...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-27-10, 08:38 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 47,579
Posted By theetruscan

25s is faster because they deflect less on roads....

25s is faster because they deflect less on roads. Ride narrow tires in velodromes.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-25-10, 04:57 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,199
Posted By theetruscan

You're going to get wet anyway, ride in the rain!...

You're going to get wet anyway, ride in the rain! (Disclaimer: I haven't ridden my bike in a week, been on travel. I've been forced to run. God I hate running.)
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-25-10, 01:52 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,199
Posted By theetruscan

You're going to need a less squishy seat in a...

You're going to need a less squishy seat in a bit. Looks good, put a quick few hundred miles on it!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-25-10, 09:41 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,295
Posted By theetruscan

My aksium wheelset is starting to go out of true....

My aksium wheelset is starting to go out of true. Only 13k miles on them. Oh well, dirt cheap wheels that I keep riding on dirt paths and never maintain, I suppose it's my own fault.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-22-10, 04:28 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 4,692
Posted By theetruscan

No fuss. Just curious. I'm at 2 weeks 2 days, and...

No fuss. Just curious. I'm at 2 weeks 2 days, and the weather's getting better. Hoping to get wheels in the next few weeks. I thought I'd check if I'd fallen through the cracks. Obviously not, things...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-22-10, 10:07 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 4,692
Posted By theetruscan

Sounds like I should just be a bit patient and it...

Sounds like I should just be a bit patient and it will all work out. Pity my name is in the middle though.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-20-10, 11:21 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 4,692
Posted By theetruscan

I caught the initial auto-reply in the spam...

I caught the initial auto-reply in the spam folder and whitelisted it, so I know that's not the issue. I suppose I'll ping him again on monday.

Thanks for the responses everyone.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-20-10, 10:13 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 354
Posted By theetruscan

Talk to a good wheelbuilder. Someone local is...

Talk to a good wheelbuilder. Someone local is ideal, but prowheelbuilder, wheelbuilder, bfwg, and psimet are all known for making good wheels. Seriously, 32 spokes, double butted, tensioned...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-20-10, 10:11 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 4,692
Posted By theetruscan

Psimet Response Time

I'm hoping to get wheels made, and wanted to hear from psimet before going elsewhere, but it's been two weeks since I asked for a quote and I've heard nothing. Is this normal? From people who ordered...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-19-10, 06:46 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,451
Posted By theetruscan

Ride it until you forget.

Ride it until you forget.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-19-10, 06:45 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,144
Posted By theetruscan

If you're looking to live in hendersonville or...

If you're looking to live in hendersonville or the like you're far from civilization in my world. It's pure suburban hell. Furthest I've lived from the Cumberland river within city limits is about 12...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-16-10, 10:33 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,214
Posted By theetruscan

Unless they're really poorly made, you'll be...

Unless they're really poorly made, you'll be fine. 235 just isn't that much unless you abuse them.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-15-10, 07:09 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,152
Posted By theetruscan

Are type 1 and 2 related in any way? I've always...

Are type 1 and 2 related in any way? I've always thought of type 2 as "fat guy diabetes" and a propensity for it in my family is a huge part of what got me started trying to thin down (still a long...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-14-10, 08:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 701
Posted By theetruscan

Ride it in the rain/snow/hellfire and...

Ride it in the rain/snow/hellfire and brimstone/whatever. It's new, go play!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-14-10, 08:34 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,144
Posted By theetruscan

Trace bikes are great people, they do excellent...

Trace bikes are great people, they do excellent work for great prices, and are just very sweet. They organize a weekly ride that is quite fun as well, has various pace groups from intense and fast to...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-14-10, 08:26 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,152
Posted By theetruscan

Get a bike that fits, get it professionally...

Get a bike that fits, get it professionally adjusted/fitted, with adequate quality parts. Everything else, for most of us, is noise. The weight of the bike doesn't matter much for normal rides,...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-11-10, 10:21 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 707
Posted By theetruscan

I have used 3 Omron Body fat monitors. They are...

I have used 3 Omron Body fat monitors. They are all within 1% of each other. They all report about 12-13% higher body fat than a caliper test for me. They all report 6-7% higher than the navy and...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-11-10, 08:43 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 576
Posted By theetruscan

This doesn't sound like falling off a wagon,...

This doesn't sound like falling off a wagon, sounds like a couple bites of food, and a birthday. I see no problem. Remember, weight fluctuates a bit. I try not to worry if one week it spikes, the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-04-10, 09:51 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,275
Posted By theetruscan

Good riding partners make riding much more fun,...

Good riding partners make riding much more fun, but they're rare. I moved away from the last good riding partner I found. Life hasn't been the same.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-02-10, 08:12 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,275
Posted By theetruscan

6 Hours total, right about 5:15 saddle. Two...

6 Hours total, right about 5:15 saddle. Two riders, we drafted each other sometimes but mostly rode along next to each other and talked.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-22-10, 11:38 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,769
Posted By theetruscan

Thanks Clifton! That's what I needed to know. DT...

Thanks Clifton! That's what I needed to know. DT 1.1s it is.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-22-10, 12:08 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,803
Posted By theetruscan

I've had construction quality issues on the...

I've had construction quality issues on the pieces I got from them. I love the aesthetic, but for what you pay, I expect construction to be up to par. That being said, they responded immediately to...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-22-10, 10:47 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 570
Posted By theetruscan

Weight is a useful yardstick, but once you've...

Weight is a useful yardstick, but once you've dropped below really worrying weights, I think plateaus and whatnot are normal, and looking at measurements (both body measurements and fitness...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
02-21-10, 04:12 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,936
Posted By theetruscan

After moderate exercise, I don't notice anything....

After moderate exercise, I don't notice anything. After serious exercise (say a century, yeah I'm weak) I find myself struggling after one drink. I also wonder why.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-21-10, 12:02 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,769
Posted By theetruscan

I'm curious why you recommend the DT Swiss and...

I'm curious why you recommend the DT Swiss and Velocity rims, but not the Mavic Open Pros. I'm in a similar situation to the OP (borderline clyde, needing wheels), my craptacular Mavic Aksiums have...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-20-09, 09:27 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,160
Posted By theetruscan

Ride them until you break them. Then reward...

Ride them until you break them. Then reward yourself.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
10-19-09, 03:10 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,127
Posted By theetruscan

I get headaches while riding and training. I...

I get headaches while riding and training. I invariably find out it is because I didn't drink enough water.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-13-09, 05:54 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 592
Posted By theetruscan

Errr, you've ridden 15 miles. Are you sure your...

Errr, you've ridden 15 miles. Are you sure your position is wrong, not just unfamiliar?

When your pedal is all the way forward, a plum line from the front of your kneecap should hit right on the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-11-09, 11:19 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,138
Posted By theetruscan

Schedule my rides when unmotivated. I may not...

Schedule my rides when unmotivated. I may not want to go, but it's on the schedule. Also, find riding buddies. The combination of people expecting you, and a schedule saying it's that time works...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-09-09, 01:53 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,165
Posted By theetruscan

Hmmm, at 6'1.5" and 215 I wear XL, not even XXL...

Hmmm, at 6'1.5" and 215 I wear XL, not even XXL or TIR, though I've thought about getting XXL for the taller fit.

BTW, TIR is XXL + girth.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-09-09, 09:59 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 707
Posted By theetruscan

For me the garmin is about 1.4x my actual burn. ...

For me the garmin is about 1.4x my actual burn. It's the highest calorie counter I've ever seen. That's with HRM. It is even higher without.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-02-09, 09:58 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,271
Posted By theetruscan

Positioning is often not so intuitive. On one of...

Positioning is often not so intuitive. On one of my bikes I had numbness in my hands until I got it fitted. The solution ended up involving a stem 30 mm longer, dropped a solid 2"
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-30-09, 11:24 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,132
Posted By theetruscan

It's more than just weight loss. As you bike...

It's more than just weight loss. As you bike more, your muscles adjust and adapt, and your ideal position will change. Even if you don't shed 100 pounds, you'll need a different fit after getting...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-29-09, 08:39 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 803
Posted By theetruscan

For a road commute, a relaxed road bike with...

For a road commute, a relaxed road bike with panniers would be kind of choice as well (Surly LHT for instance). But, a LHT will run you $1000, whereas an entry level hybrid/mountain bike can be had...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-27-09, 08:33 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 961
Posted By theetruscan

I added a fair bit to my response above.

I added a fair bit to my response above.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-27-09, 08:19 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 961
Posted By theetruscan

Then, like Barrett says, get one wheel now...

Then, like Barrett says, get one wheel now (rear). Also, haven't people mentioned in one of your other wheel threads that you can add a spacer for shimano 8/9 to fit shimano 7?

A spacer is...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-27-09, 07:56 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 961
Posted By theetruscan

I'm going to guess it's 135 mm spacing on account...

I'm going to guess it's 135 mm spacing on account of having mountain bike everything.

I'm not sure why you're hunting around for Vuelta rims either, it seems like you're having wheel troubles and...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-27-09, 07:31 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 961
Posted By theetruscan

Are you riding a singlespeed now? Those are...

Are you riding a singlespeed now? Those are singlespeed wheels. They're also NMSW which means weaker braking force than normal machined side walls.

You most likely want Velocity Deep V rims ...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-26-09, 11:59 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 711
Posted By theetruscan

I think 135 for the weekend. Not sure for the...

I think 135 for the weekend. Not sure for the month, something like 490 maybe? I dunno.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-25-09, 09:22 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 618
Posted By theetruscan

Brutal! Weighin at 214 pounds. Heaviest in...

Brutal! Weighin at 214 pounds. Heaviest in weeks. I rode 250+ miles last week, ran 15-20, and gained 6 pounds. I have no clue!

Shooting for 210 end of the week, hoping some of this is silly...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-24-09, 07:20 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 652
Posted By theetruscan

Progress and Accomplishments

I know there are people in this forum who aren't seeking to get fitter or slim down, but I think most of us are. I weighed myself this morning, and found I was up 2-3 pounds from just a few days...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-21-09, 10:29 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 1,870
Posted By theetruscan

flat, easy century on Saturday. Interval rides...

flat, easy century on Saturday.
Interval rides on Sunday.
Work on Monday.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-19-09, 05:21 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,346
Posted By theetruscan

I voted yes because they're dirt cheap, and tough...

I voted yes because they're dirt cheap, and tough as nails. If you can stretch the budget to Open Pro/Mavic handbuilts you'll get a nicer wheel. The POS Aksiums that came on my bike are showing no...
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