91+ kg)

Looking to lose that spare tire? Ideal weight 200+? Frustrated being a large cyclist in a sport geared for the ultra-light? Learn about the bikes and parts that can take the abuse of a heavier cyclist, how to keep your body going while losing the weight, and get support from others who've been successful.

Heart Rate Monitors for a Clyde - September 17, 2008

Any recommendations for a heart rate monitor My concern is the chest strap. I've a 52-54 inch chest (gynecomastia). Are there straps to go around this thing, or perhaps I should say, these things :)
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Saturday - 135 miles of gravel - what am I thinking! - September 17, 2008

This Saturday I committed myself (or will be committed..) to riding a 135 mile gravel ride here in Nebraska. Counting commuting tofrom the start location I'll be at 150 easily by the time the day is done. I clocked off a century earlier this year, and it wasn't too bad, but a lot of that was...
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What Size are Your Thighs - September 17, 2008

I often see this topic in the skinny forums but us clydes can play too!:p.... I measured mine at the highest point and a lil flex does help! For comparison, throw in height and weight too!:D 6'1-245 lbs.......24 14" thighs!
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Husband and Wife Weight Loss Success Story - September 17, 2008

He takes up cycling and drops 150 pounds, she loses 125 and goes into tri: http:speedleopard.blogspot.com200601my-story-with-before-pictures.html
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First century - September 17, 2008

Hello all, A couple of weeks ago I completed my first century. First a little history, I just turned 49, I weigh 207 and am 5'10.My doctor said I needed more exercise and to lose weight so I bought a road bike. I used to ride mountain bikes, but now own a Giant TCR, great bike,...
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OT: 314lbs to 220lbs - playing computer games - September 16, 2008

Thought this was interesting. I'd rather be outside riding but, for those people who can't and have either a stationary bike, turbo trainer or treadmill, it might be alternative, e.g., because of extreme weather. http:www.wowinsider.com2008091615-minutes-of-fame-lean-and-mean-with-wow ...
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Lets play match the seatpost to the bike - September 16, 2008

Here's the deal: I have 2 bikes and 3 seatposts and I need you to tell me what to put where: The bikes are: (A) Raleigh Detour Deluxe. This is a 700c hybrid bike set up as a greenwaycommuter bike w a rigid fork, disc brakes, racks, fenders, dynamo lights etc. (B) Motobecane Messenger....
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Come on winter - September 16, 2008

Maybe it's me but I am looking foward to snow riding and cooler tempps. I love it. The trails empty out and the rides are always awsome!!! Anyone else the same
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BMRcalorienutrient calculation accuracy - September 16, 2008

I'm relatively new to the whole concept of counting calories and monitoring individual nutrient levels in my diet. It wasn't too long ago that I could just eat anything I wanted and not gain any weight, but it appears those days are well behind me. So I've started using the Keyoe diet and...
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My accountability thread - September 16, 2008

I've set a goal for myself to have the odometer on my bike read over 1000 miles by the end of this month. I'm currently sitting at 690, so I've got 310 miles to go and 15 days to do it. I know for a lot of people here that not much, but for me it'll be a bit of a challenge, but absolutely doable....
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