Bike Forums - Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 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.My first half century- September 16, 2008 On Sunday I did my first 50 mile ride in the Shenandoah Valley Century at Harrisonburg, VA. It is a fairly small event with a limit of 300 riders which appealed to me. It also runs right by my parents' house in Bridgewater, so I had a place to stay near by. My only concern was whether I'd be able...http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?t=466248&goto=newpost Hello from a newbie- September 16, 2008 Hi fellas My name 's Neil I live in the Scottish Highlands I saw this thread on 'Clydesdales' and though......thats the one for me. When I was much younger I used to race and be a member of a cycle club. But now I'm 38 with a 40" waist band and I'm trying my best to get back into the sport I...http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?t=466247&goto=newpost The Ultimate Hardcore Novice- September 16, 2008 One of the best short pieces Bicycling ever ran, IMHO. The story of this novice makes me scream "I'M NOT WORTHY! I'M NOT WORTHY!": http:www.bicycling.comarticle1,6610,s1-3-12-15079-1,00.html "At 35, _5-foot-6 and around 190 pounds, he was in the worst shape of his life. "I was constantly...http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?t=466243&goto=newpost Good Digital for Bike- September 16, 2008 Ok, who out there carries a digital camera with them on rides I'm looking for something that's small and thin that could potentially be carried in my jersey pocket. And of course, it must take great mobile pictures. Anyone, anyonehttp://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?t=466218&goto=newpost shifting better - ultegra upgrade help- September 16, 2008 I need a bit of advice from the more seasoned folks around here. I'm considering upgrading the deraillers (front and possibly rear) for improved shifting. I currently have a Specialized Allez Elite with a mix of Tiagra105. Overall I'm pretty happy with it, considering it's my first roadbike in...http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?t=466088&goto=newpost |