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The Bikes

Adventures of a Fat Man: The Bikes  Ok, ok... we're assuming you're just like us. You overthink your bike frame and setup. You like to see what others have done, and hear why. Here, you can find the details on our bike setups and fittings: The Fat Man's Current Bike 14 year old Dahon Smoothhound 755 Aluminum frame with 20 inch wheels fitted with the original Shwalbe marathon racer that he bought off Facebook Marketplace for $450 AUD. He expects to need to change the tires quickly.  He has replaced the handlebars with folding handlebars. It came with a seat post that had an inbuilt pump and a Brooks saddle. But, he replaced the seat post with a carbon fibre seat post and switched the saddle out for a modern style saddle that can better handle getting wet. It came with a generic rear rack. He changed it for a Topeak Rack with quick release fitting so he could put his existing trunk bag on it. He fitted a front bracket to the head tube to carry the tent on the front of the bik...
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Ep.101: Boats, FREE thermal pools, cycling fun, & more on the Island of Lesbos

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Is it worth visiting Lesbos? And, what on earth will the Fat Man get up to next? So you can learn about this cool Greek island paradise, we'll answer questions you didn't even know to ask like... - What's it like catching the ferry from Kavala (Καβάλα) to the Island of Lesbos (Lesvos / Λέσβος)? And, can you take a bike on the ferry from Kavala (Καβάλα) to Lesbos? - Where are the FREE ENTRY thermal springs on Lesbos, and which ones should you visit if you want to go swimming? - What's the port city of Mitilini (Μυτιλήνη) like, and what's it like riding from there to Skala Kallonis? - What quaint attractions make the coastal village of Skala Kallonis (Σκάλα Καλλονής) so unique and authentic? - Are women allowed to visit the Saint Ignatios Monastery (Ιερά Μονή Λειμώνος)? What makes it so special? - What's the vibe like in the Lesbian nightlife capital of Skala Eresou (Σκάλα Ερεσού)? - What's the highlight in the town of Petra (Πέτρα)? What do you think? It d...
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Location: Lesbos, Greece
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Ep.102: Chios, Paros, and Syros Vlog - Roman Road Hike, Industrial Museum, bakeries, ferry reviews, cycling and more!

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Come tour the bakeries of Chios, Paros and Syros... uh, I mean, come explore these islands! Come visit stunning Lefkes and then walk the Byzantine Road with us. This is the oldest road on Paros and dates back to 1000AD when it was made from marble. We'll also show you an awesome industrial museum the celebrates the innovations and industry of one of these Greek Islands. You'll see a Venetian Castle (Ενετικό Κάστρο Νάουσας Πάρου) too! Add some cute cats and fun cycling, and you have a joyful little adventure. :) Join us! What do you think? It doesn't matter where you are. Say g'day! I would love to hear from you! xox Charles "The Fat Man" and PJ "The Kraken" Want to meet up one day? We love meeting and chatting with people! Connect with us! 😎 Couchsurfing: https://www.couchsurfing.com/people/p... 😋 Facebook:    / travelfunmusiccom   🖼️    / travelfunmusic   Yeah, yeah, Penelope does all the social media because Charles is to...
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Location: Paros, Greece
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Where has the Fat Man been so far?

Australia, Cuba, Czech Republic, Bahrain, France, Germany, Mexico, Nepal, New Zealand, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Switzerland, The Netherlands, United Arab Emirates, United States of America, Vanuatu, Italy, Portugal, Spain, Slovenia, Hungary, Croatia, Turkey, Belgium, Austria, Czechia, England, Morocco, ... and still exploring!
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Philosophy

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"This is for people like me, fat men, who are out there... you can always change your life. Everything you see on the net talks about one type of person. I've never really filled the role you expect.  People who look like me have hopes and dreams as well, not just people who are young, fit, and awesome!" - Fat Man Join my adventures on YouTube: Adventures of a Fat Man
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