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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-23-08, 04:28 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 500
Posted By JohnnyC

I was stuck at 255lbs for a while - cycling...

I was stuck at 255lbs for a while - cycling approx 100 miles per week. I was getting in from work - eating dinner, then going out for 20 miles or so. Now I go out for a spin straight after work and...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-23-08, 04:23 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,653
Posted By JohnnyC

Nice bikes everyone! Here's mine - Planet X...

Nice bikes everyone!

Here's mine - Planet X Sportive Ti.

http://i107.photobucket.com/albums/m303/badger-27/1f6439a8.jpg
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-22-08, 06:10 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 563
Posted By JohnnyC

Fruit juice diluted with water = squash or...

Fruit juice diluted with water = squash or cordial.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-21-08, 04:38 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 563
Posted By JohnnyC

Enough drink?

Completed my longest ride ever - 40 miles - I drank 1500ml of squash - is this about the right amount? I know one thing, my stomach was aching badly towards the end of the ride - no idea what caused...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-09-08, 02:08 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,042
Posted By JohnnyC

Black tape for me. ...

Black tape for me.

http://i107.photobucket.com/albums/m303/badger-27/1f6439a8.jpg
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-26-08, 11:02 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 662
Posted By JohnnyC

Day 1 off the bike, I've already ordered a new...

Day 1 off the bike, I've already ordered a new set of handbuilt wheels - Amrosio Excellence rims onto Ultegra hubs - 36 / 32 spokes. Shopping therapy will keep me sane, either that or I'll soon be...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-25-08, 03:43 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 662
Posted By JohnnyC

Not what I really wanted to hear, but thanks for...

Not what I really wanted to hear, but thanks for the quick replies. I'll bite the bullet on this one.

Doesn't really help that I have a brand new road bike, with only 50 miles on the clock. I did...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-25-08, 03:18 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 662
Posted By JohnnyC

If it's not one thing...

it's another.

Just getting back on the bike after a chest infection. I really missed the cycling and had about 11 days out of the saddle.

I was testing out the Brooks Imperial saddle a few...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-20-08, 06:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 973
Posted By JohnnyC

Chest Infection

I'm recovering from a chest infection - had 3 days off work (rarely take time off) and have been off the bike for ten days. I've started cycling to work again - it's only one mile away - but I'm...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-05-08, 04:22 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,522
Posted By JohnnyC

Hello Brian - after I dropped 50lbs I treated...

Hello Brian - after I dropped 50lbs I treated myself to a road bike - just 2 weeks ago. I now weigh 250lbs, so not much more than yourself.

If you want a road bike, then go and get one. The main...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-04-08, 11:31 AM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,412,244
Posted By JohnnyC

Yeah, Lynskey have sent a few frames to Planet X...

Yeah, Lynskey have sent a few frames to Planet X now. They do a more road orientated bike (Pro Road Titanium). They have also designed a hardtail for the sister company (On One) - this is called the...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-04-08, 11:28 AM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,412,244
Posted By JohnnyC

You are correct - Dura Ace and FSA Gossamer. ...

You are correct - Dura Ace and FSA Gossamer.

Cost £1776

Weighs in at 16lbs.

The wheels are Planet X model C's - when I went to collect the bike - the handbuilt ones I ordered were not ready....
Forum: Road Cycling
06-03-08, 04:25 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 842
Posted By JohnnyC

I'm using 25mm on my road bike - no problems at...

I'm using 25mm on my road bike - no problems at all - 120psi. BTW I weigh 250lbs.

On my hybrid I have used 28mm - 32mm and 35mm - inflated to 80psi again no problems. Last year I was 300lbs.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-03-08, 03:58 PM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,412,244
Posted By JohnnyC

Planet X - Sportive Ti ...

Planet X - Sportive Ti

http://i107.photobucket.com/albums/m303/badger-27/1f6439a8.jpg
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-14-08, 01:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 583
Posted By JohnnyC

Thanks André Funnily enough, I've just read the...

Thanks André
Funnily enough, I've just read the comment about positioning of the foot on the pedal - I will move the cleats back on my shoes and see what happens. As it is, I'm only cycling the bare...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-14-08, 01:18 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 583
Posted By JohnnyC

Pain in heel - why?

I'll be booking a doctors appointment in the morning, but that'll take over a week to come through, so I thought someone here may be able to help.

If I stretch my calf muscle (with my foot flat...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-15-08, 02:51 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 807
Posted By JohnnyC

Piper_chuck - that's a great way of putting it...

Piper_chuck - that's a great way of putting it into perspective. I usually move uphill at anything from 8-13mph depending on how long or steep it is. I know I spin faster than 60rpm on hills -...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-15-08, 02:36 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 807
Posted By JohnnyC

The hybrid is about 35lbs (with rack and pannier...

The hybrid is about 35lbs (with rack and pannier - always attached). The road bike will be about 20lbs or so. I've opted for some stonger / heavier wheels. So I am hoping the 15lb difference between...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-15-08, 01:43 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 807
Posted By JohnnyC

Ok - lots of things to take in... The cranks...

Ok - lots of things to take in...

The cranks on my hybrid are 175mm.
The wheels are 700cc.

The bike I'm looking at getting is a titanium frame from planet x bikes - with a full ultegra kit. A...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-15-08, 01:05 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 807
Posted By JohnnyC

Ooops my mistake - it will have a 50/34 fitted. ...

Ooops my mistake - it will have a 50/34 fitted.

On my hybrid - I rarely use the small chainring. When I have been really tired on a windy day - I have used the 26x21 to get up steepish hills,...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-15-08, 12:07 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 807
Posted By JohnnyC

Help me choose a cassette

I'm buyiny a road bike.

It will have an Ultegra compact (50/34) fitted. The cassette choice:

11-23
12-25
12-27

My current hybrid is 48/36/26 with a 12/26 cassette fitted.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-12-08, 02:33 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 840
Posted By JohnnyC

Went from 301 to 255 from Jan 2007 to now....

Went from 301 to 255 from Jan 2007 to now. Dropping the weight has improved all aspects of my cycling - and it's getting better all the time.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-27-08, 04:25 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 696
Posted By JohnnyC

Although pushing myself wasn't comfortable - I...

Although pushing myself wasn't comfortable - I did have fun - especially enjoying the scenery. I agree with losing the weight of myself first - I'm just going to ride some hills more and let the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-27-08, 01:43 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 696
Posted By JohnnyC

Sounds like you worked hard v1k1ng1001 - thanks...

Sounds like you worked hard v1k1ng1001 - thanks for the advice.

I commute to work and go out every night. Have just built up to 60 miles per week - and have put in 172 miles this year. So - I'll...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-27-08, 01:02 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 696
Posted By JohnnyC

Will it get easier?

Went out for a ride in the countryside today - aiming to climb one or two hills. Over the 21miles, I climbed 1693 feet - proberbly nothing special - but it really took it out of me. One of the climbs...
Forum: Commuting
11-23-07, 04:13 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,706
Posted By JohnnyC

Started of with Shimano M520 pedals ...

Started of with Shimano M520 pedals
http://i107.photobucket.com/albums/m303/badger-27/13041_1.jpg


and Specialized Sport MTB shoes ...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-27-07, 06:35 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 501
Posted By JohnnyC

Yes, and very nice they were too! I'll be...

Yes, and very nice they were too!

I'll be climbing onto the bike and doing a quick 10 mile trip today. And looks like a 35mile ride tomorrow. Thanks for the messages!:)
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-26-07, 07:36 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 501
Posted By JohnnyC

Vices Take Hold!!!

Been on holiday for a week - drank loads of lager, guiness, red wine and ate lots of food (trip to London) now need motivation to climb onto the bike and pedal the ******* again. Please provide...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-22-07, 03:34 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,583
Posted By JohnnyC

Here in Birmingham, England - there are some...

Here in Birmingham, England - there are some cycle lanes that go against the flow of one way traffic.

http://i107.photobucket.com/albums/m303/badger-27/Picture1.png

So - I could go straight...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-21-07, 07:04 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,331
Posted By JohnnyC

Cheers Tom - never knew they were called...

Cheers Tom - never knew they were called brifters! - obvious really (when you know!):)
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-21-07, 06:41 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,623
Posted By JohnnyC

Not a good thing - it can knock your confidence -...

Not a good thing - it can knock your confidence - but what can you do but carry on...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-21-07, 06:38 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,331
Posted By JohnnyC

Glad the shoulders better - What are brifters -...

Glad the shoulders better - What are brifters - some kind of gear mechanism?
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-21-07, 06:34 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,623
Posted By JohnnyC

Always scary - glad your reactions / anticipation...

Always scary - glad your reactions / anticipation were up to scratch. Cycling with unknown people can pose problems!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-21-07, 06:28 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 526
Posted By JohnnyC

Maybe get the old bike serviced and see how you...

Maybe get the old bike serviced and see how you go - if you get the riding bug then think about rewarding your new found love wth a new machine! Front suspension with a lock out function may prove...
Forum: Commuting
10-16-07, 04:51 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,952
Posted By JohnnyC

I would usually just use the 4th lowest gear (23)...

I would usually just use the 4th lowest gear (23) in the 2nd chainring (36) and that would be just cruising without pushing myself = 42.5 gear inches.

On steeper hills I would use the 2nd lowest...
Forum: Commuting
10-15-07, 02:04 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,952
Posted By JohnnyC

Cheers for the replies - some good points raised...

Cheers for the replies - some good points raised - I suppose it is very subjective. One thing though - it felt very odd cycling with the new cassette. I know that I have a closer range now - but it...
Forum: Commuting
10-13-07, 01:03 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,952
Posted By JohnnyC

Commuting Cassette

I currently use a cannondale hybrid for commuting and average 90 miles a week. I've just replaced the 11-34 cassette with a 12-26 cassette (the front crankset is 48/36/26) Is this a good change? I...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-25-07, 11:47 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 610
Posted By JohnnyC

Maybe some mini versions that fit into the...

Maybe some mini versions that fit into the handlebar ends!

Wogstercahat - that face injury looks bad - is it healed?
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-24-07, 03:45 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 610
Posted By JohnnyC

Ouch - I hope the shoulder gets well soon. I fell...

Ouch - I hope the shoulder gets well soon. I fell on a canal tow path last week - but on my other side - got to be careful out there.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-24-07, 03:33 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 610
Posted By JohnnyC

Listen to your instinct!

Hello all - I've been cycling since January this year (used to commute 7 miles - 7 years ago). I weigh about 265 pounds and have lost 30lbs since I got back on the bike - it's all good.

Anyway -...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-21-07, 05:56 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 838
Posted By JohnnyC

If the question was: Yes or no.....does a...

If the question was:

Yes or no.....does a cyclist riding at night need something at least as bright/substantial as a Planet Bike Superflash or Dinotte to be safer?

Then yes.
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