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Conference noted::bicycle

Title: Bicycling
Notice:Bicycling for Fun
Moderator:JAMIN::WASSER
Created:Mon Apr 14 1986
Last Modified:Fri Jun 06 1997
Last Successful Update:Fri Jun 06 1997
Number of topics:3214
Total number of notes:31946

2468.0. "Looking for BICYCLING 1991 artilce" by LJOHUB::CRITZ () Wed Dec 02 1992 16:38

    	Back in 1991, BICYCLING had an issue that dealt with cycling
    	equipment for large riders. I saved the issue but now I can't
    	locate it. I want to buy some new shorts, so I need the info in
    	that issue.
    
    	The cover had a cyclist on the front, facing you as you look at
    	the cover. He was large (like me), muscular (like me [not]), and
    	handsome (see previous) 8-)>.
    
    	If you have the issue and could copy the 5 or 6 pages dealing with
    	manufacturers etc., I would be very greatful.
    
    	Scott
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2468.1big feetBUMP::MREIDWed Dec 02 1992 21:2712
    Speaking of large sizes ....
    
    I have a friend with size 15 feet (he's 6'6", 260lbs); he just bought a 
    nice mountain bike and would like SPD.  Problem is that he can't find
    anyone that makes size 15 SPD compatible shoes!
    
    Any ideas?
    
    (sorry to intrude on the note Scott, but I saw an opening & went for
    it!)
    
    Mark
2468.2LJOHUB::CRITZThu Dec 03 1992 12:0814
    	Mark,
    
    	No problem. If I don't get any help here I'll just call
    	Rodale and have them send me another copy of the issue
    	I want.
    
    	I can't say for sure, but I'll bet the issue I'm looking
    	for has shoes in his size.
    
    	As I said, I'll call Rodale if I don't find any help here.
    	If I find something applicable to your friend, I'll let you
    	know.
    
    	Scott
2468.3I'll take a lookODIXIE::RRODRIGUEZWhere's that Tour d' France thang?Thu Dec 03 1992 12:465
2468.4Where do you want it sent?RCOCER::EDWARDSThu Dec 03 1992 15:563
I'm sure I have it at home.  I'll bring it in tomorrow.
Where do you want it mailed (or faxed)?
Ray
2468.5LJOHUB::CRITZThu Dec 03 1992 16:2313
    	What an idiot. I ask for something and then forget to tell
    	youse guys where I am:
    
    	My goatmail address is:
    
    		Scott Critz
    		LJ01/H4
    
    	I don't know how to use a fax machine, so I'll pass on that.
    
    	Thanks a bunch,
    
    	Scott
2468.6I liedRCOCER::EDWARDSFri Dec 04 1992 13:427
***I'm sure I have it at home.  I'll bring it in tomorrow.

Scott,

I found every issue EXCEPT the one you need.  I'll scour the rest of my 
house this weedend, but I think I may have loaned it to someone.  Sorry.
Ray
2468.7LJOHUB::CRITZFri Dec 04 1992 16:029
    	Just my/our luck.
    
    	Thanks for looking. As I mentioned, if I don't hear from one
    	of youse guys by the end of next week, I'll just call Rodale
    	and have them send me one.
    
    	Thanks,
    
    	Scott
2468.8You should have it Monday...EDWIN::GULICKThose dirty rings !!Fri Dec 04 1992 16:147
Scott,

I know I have the issue. I'll give it to my wife who works in LJO.

I believe you have met her, Carole Greenfield.

-tom
2468.9I've got it, fer sure!ODIXIE::RRODRIGUEZWhere's that Tour d' France thang?Fri Dec 04 1992 17:099
2468.10exLJOHUB::CRITZFri Dec 04 1992 18:389
    	Tom,
    
    	Yes, I've met Carole. We've talked some about cycling. It
    	took me a while to connect the two of you, but I've now
    	made the connection, so...
    
    	Thanks,
    
    	Scott
2468.11LJOHUB::CRITZTue Dec 08 1992 16:177
    	Carole and Tom had the article (notice I spelled article
    	correctly this time) I wanted. I've copied it and am
    	very appreciative.
    
    	Thanks a bunch,
    
    	Scott
2468.1215BUMP::MREIDWed Dec 09 1992 16:236
    Scott,
    
    Any info on size 15 shoes that might be SPD compatible? (or is 1991
    too early?)
    
    Mark
2468.13LJOHUB::CRITZWed Dec 09 1992 16:3312
    	Mark,
    
    	Sorry, I forgot about your query.
    
    	I don't have the info at work with me today, but I vaguely
    	remember that size 14 (50) was the largest I saw. However,
    	I just glanced at it.
    
    	I'll bring the info in tomorrow and reply with the info in
    	hand.
    
    	Scott
2468.14ODIXIE::RRODRIGUEZWhere's that Tour d' France thang?Wed Dec 09 1992 16:525
2468.15LJOHUB::CRITZThu Dec 10 1992 15:4512
    	Mark,
    
    	The largest shoes in the table (in the BICYCLING article) are
    	14 (50). They are Vittoria shoes.
    
    	Article says: "For your nearest dealer, contact:"
    
    		Bicycle Parts Pacific (Vittoria)
    		2135 E. Main St.
    		Grand Junction, CO 81501
    
    	Scott
2468.16Recent magazine mentioned custom shoesDECWET::BINGHAMJohn BinghamFri Dec 11 1992 16:463
 A custom shoe where you send in a tracing of your foot is available from a 
 company that I think is in San Diego.  Look and Speedplay mountings are
 options for cleats.  I don't remember the company name.
2468.17IN VELONEWSAKOCOA::FULLERFri Dec 11 1992 16:594
    Pick up the latest Velonews, the company is listed in the section 
    reviewing the recent trade shows.
    
    steve
2468.18LJOHUB::CRITZFri Dec 11 1992 17:2814
    	The VeloNews article says on page 72 says:
    
    		SPORTLAB's Don Lamson (formerly of DONI) now offers
    		custom road or triathlon shoes; the customer sends
    		in foot tracings and two measurements with the order.
    		Lamson offers two soles: one with standard three-hole
    		drilling, and the other, special sole meant for the
    		SPEEDPLAY road pedal. This sole eliminates the need
    		for the first cleat layer, and brings the foot very
    		close to the spindle.
    
    	I could not find an address.
    
    	Scott