Thanks for the long-term follow-up.  I really like the lines of the 106 frame, especially at the seatstay to seat post junction.  I would guess it is more robust than the 256.

I'm glad to hear the frame is serving you well.

Another update.  10 days after being allowed to bear weight on my right leg, I am now able to get around without any crutches.  The ankle and knee are getting stronger but there is considerable ache and swelling at the ankle joint.  However, the PA said there would be and to just keep walking on the leg as much as possible.

I have been able to get back to my office a few times rather than working from home as I have been during my recovery.  Nice to get out of the house and see my co-workers again.

Temps were nice yesterday, 58 degrees and sunny.  I've been driving my Honda S2000 more now that the leg has healed enough that I can use the brakes hard if I had too.  Even did a little four wheel drifting as I make a fast left turn the other day, this car is so much fun to drive.

The Atlanta weather is expected to take a turn for the worse for the next few days so I won't be driving much.  However, if the weather is nice again next weekend, I think I will be able to take my IP-036 for a spin around the neighborhood.  I was surprised the tires still are holding air after 9 weeks of not riding.  However, my rear tire on my IP-056 has gone flat, probably need to replenish the tire sealant and take it for a spin as well.  I purchased a set of platform pedals to make riding a little easier, clipless pedals and and stiff ankle probably are not a good combo.

In addition to my physical therapy two times a week, I've been going to the local fitness center and riding the stationary bike, doing leg lifts, knee curls, and ankle lifts on the machines.  All should help me recover faster.

My ankle has some nice looking scars on it, something fun to talk about when somebody asks me what happened.

Quote from: andyfloyd on February 18, 2015, 02:53:39 PM

I say to hell with snow and I ride all year long... 

Hell yes, 1000x yes. Your tires will never be cleaner than after a snow ride. Just remember to lube the chain!

If it's cold enough, go find a frozen lake, that can be a ton of fun as well.  Just yesterday: Riding on Lake Galena

(sorry CD )

Quote from: 325racer on February 08, 2015, 12:02:30 PM

Yeah, original calculations should have had it at 18.5, but almost every part was overweight, especially the wheels and frame.   I know I could get a full pound out of the wheels, but Im 220, so a light wheel set would scare me....

I'm not complaining about the weight, as I know it could be lighter, but many of the uber light parts carry a rider weight limit that Ill never be under, so a 19.5lb bike for a 220lb rider is pretty damn good in my mind, especially when I still go ride with my "All-Mtn" friends on this bike.

Yes, that weight is very respectable.

So do you go riding with friends who have AM rigs and you have a rigid fork, or am I just confused?  I've been so bored lately since I can't ride.  My apologies to everyone if it seems like all I do is hang out on Chinertown.