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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-11-13, 12:41 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,635
Posted By mbryant52

I read the Peter White article, which reinforced...

I read the Peter White article, which reinforced what I already know about fitting.

I also used the Zinn fit calculator, and interestingly the results corresponded almost perfectly with the stock...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-07-13, 08:20 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,635
Posted By mbryant52

Already using the VO seat post... Thinking about...

Already using the VO seat post... Thinking about a 64cm Soma ES, although I do think I would prefer the slacker seat angle of the San Marcos...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-06-13, 01:56 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,635
Posted By mbryant52

Steel frame with relaxed geometry for tall rider with long femurs?

My current road bike is too small for me (62cm Soma Smoothie). By my estimation, I need a 64cm seat tube and 600ish mm theoretical top tube. I would like more relaxed geometry as well, such as a 72.5...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-13, 11:56 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 874
Posted By mbryant52

C&V bike for tall road rider seeking relaxed geometry?

My current road bike is too small for me (62cm Soma Smoothie). By my estimation, I need a 64cm seat tube and 600ish mm theoretical top tube. I would like more relaxed geometry as well, such as a 72.5...
Forum: Commuting
10-06-12, 11:10 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 7,279
Posted By mbryant52

Surly 1x1 fork. Problem solved.

Surly 1x1 fork. Problem solved.
Forum: Commuting
08-08-12, 09:01 AM
Replies: 142
Views: 160,993
Posted By mbryant52

I have a set of 700x42 folding Continental Travel...

I have a set of 700x42 folding Continental Travel Contact tires, unused. Would like to trade for 700x45 Panaracer Fire Cross tires, or Marathon Dureme/Extreme/Mondial/XR tires. Email if interested.
Forum: Touring
07-06-12, 11:23 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,583
Posted By mbryant52

I use the Parley's Summit panniers as well as a...

I use the Parley's Summit panniers as well as a set of Lone Peak Foothill panniers. Both are great, although I prefer the vertical strapping system of the Foothills. Lone Peak quality is high, and I...
Forum: Commuting
06-18-12, 12:08 AM
Replies: 142
Views: 160,993
Posted By mbryant52

I'll post pictures soon, but I have for trade: ...

I'll post pictures soon, but I have for trade:

700x50 Berthoud stainless steel fenders
Pletscher two-legged kickstand
Velo Orange steering stabilizer

I'm looking for 700x40+ tires, perhaps...
Forum: Commuting
05-11-12, 12:06 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,153
Posted By mbryant52

Quality blog. You get my thumbs up of the day.

Quality blog. You get my thumbs up of the day.
Forum: Touring
04-19-12, 11:33 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,374
Posted By mbryant52

Awesome. Touring from your front door is the...

Awesome. Touring from your front door is the best. Thanks for sharing.
Forum: Touring
04-10-12, 10:14 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 507
Posted By mbryant52

Awesome! How'd you like your little bike?

Awesome! How'd you like your little bike?
Forum: Commuting
04-09-12, 11:22 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 4,726
Posted By mbryant52

Which is why you should be making other people's...

Which is why you should be making other people's decisions for them, right? That's what this thread is about, isn't it? You trying to tell other people what to do and not do?

You may think...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
03-24-12, 10:18 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,289
Posted By mbryant52

1995 Ibis Easy Street

That is what I have here, isn't it? It was passed onto my wife and I and unfortunately does not fit us. I believe it is a 58/52. It's a super nice ride and in amazing condition. I believe it came...
Forum: Commuting
03-19-12, 09:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,596
Posted By mbryant52

I don't think leveling your rack will give you...

I don't think leveling your rack will give you more heel clearance. Just by looking at it you can tell that leveling it will bring it forward, reducing your heel clearance.

To be honest, your only...
Forum: Commuting
02-16-12, 12:00 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 875
Posted By mbryant52

In heavy rain I wear a lightweight nylon hat with...

In heavy rain I wear a lightweight nylon hat with full bill under my helmet. Keeps my hair relatively dry and water out of my eyes.

Has anyone else fantasized about a full-face mask for torrential...
Forum: Touring
02-14-12, 10:05 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 9,345
Posted By mbryant52

Can I recommend v-brakes instead of cantilevers?...

Can I recommend v-brakes instead of cantilevers? I have used the CR-720 brakes and the Avid SD-7 brakes on my LHT are way more powerful -- important while hauling a heavy touring load. You would,...
Forum: Touring
02-09-12, 10:00 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,734
Posted By mbryant52

I also have been considering the Overdrive...

I also have been considering the Overdrive Elites. I haven't been able to find many firsthand reviews. The tread looks similar to Marathon XR to me. Nice weight.
Forum: Touring
01-21-12, 12:04 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,734
Posted By mbryant52

If anyone is interested in a lightly used set of...

If anyone is interested in a lightly used set of Marathon Extremes, I have a pair listed on ebay for $40: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=280810627093&ssPageName=ADME:L:LCA:US:1123
Forum: Commuting
12-09-11, 12:49 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,217
Posted By mbryant52

I switched from 2.0 Big Apples to 1.5 Panaracer...

I switched from 2.0 Big Apples to 1.5 Panaracer Paselas -- much lighter, livelier, and they certainly feel faster.
Forum: Commuting
12-06-11, 06:58 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,327
Posted By mbryant52

I, for one, would like to thank you for doing...

I, for one, would like to thank you for doing that.
Forum: Commuting
12-06-11, 06:54 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,327
Posted By mbryant52

Slow down there. You do have to be more...

Slow down there. You do have to be more determined than that to ride a bike, but there's no reason to discourage him to the point of driving a car. Rather, we should encourage him to be a bit...
Forum: Commuting
11-23-11, 11:49 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,731
Posted By mbryant52

Alright, I've got another suggestion then. While...

Alright, I've got another suggestion then. While you're trying to buy your way out of sweating, how about taking some of that excess dough or one of those underused bikes and passing it on to someone...
Forum: Commuting
11-22-11, 01:39 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,731
Posted By mbryant52

Your Milano, which is super sweet, is too heavy...

Your Milano, which is super sweet, is too heavy and clunky for a whole whopping *6* miles each way? It's such a pig you can't manage to pedal it for 20 minutes? That's in your head, brother,...
Forum: Commuting
11-22-11, 02:38 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,265
Posted By mbryant52

I keep telling people the Ergon pedals are huge...

I keep telling people the Ergon pedals are huge and ugly, but comfortable and very supportive. I like the large platform and the inside lip for foot alignment, as well as the grip surface.
Forum: Commuting
11-21-11, 11:51 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 26,158
Posted By mbryant52

Good pictures.

Good pictures.
Forum: Commuting
11-20-11, 08:09 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,631
Posted By mbryant52

I've got a large set...

I wanted some wide platforms for commuting and I love the Ergon grips, so I decided to try a set of these pedals. They're huge and ugly, but very comfortable and supportive. I especially like the...
Forum: Touring
11-16-11, 10:57 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,078
Posted By mbryant52

Great question... long crank arms, small wheels,...

Great question... long crank arms, small wheels, a low bottom bracket, and huge pedals make for minimal clearance. I haven't had any issues with cornering on even terrain, but I'm quite mindful of my...
Forum: Touring
11-16-11, 07:16 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,078
Posted By mbryant52

Full housing. Keeps things clean and smooth.

Full housing. Keeps things clean and smooth.
Forum: Commuting
11-16-11, 06:52 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,265
Posted By mbryant52

Salomon?

I haven't done any running in these (although they are marketed as trail running shoes), but they've been great for wet rides and hikes. Great combo with the Ergon pedals.
Forum: Touring
11-16-11, 06:42 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,078
Posted By mbryant52

New Wheels, New Pedals, Loaded Pic

Handspun was backordered for a few weeks, so I only recently received my new wheels. They're well built, and I think they'll be more than sufficient to meet my needs.

I've been experimenting with...
Forum: Commuting
11-08-11, 08:53 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 3,111
Posted By mbryant52

If you're warm enough on your bike, spend less...

If you're warm enough on your bike, spend less time inside and more time riding. If you're not hungry after 30 or 40 miles, you're doing it wrong.

Either way, lame excuse for driving.
Forum: Touring
11-08-11, 08:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,051
Posted By mbryant52

That dude looks gnarly as ****. I don't think I'd...

That dude looks gnarly as ****. I don't think I'd mess with him even if he was unarmed, and I've got 45 years of youth on him.

That's all.
Forum: Touring
10-31-11, 05:14 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 461
Posted By mbryant52

This post requires more pictures.

This post requires more pictures.
Forum: Touring
10-23-11, 05:12 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 12,606
Posted By mbryant52

I don't really grip that part of the bar, because...

I don't really grip that part of the bar, because my shifter cables prohibit me from wrapping my fingers around, but I do rest my hands there on flats. I would use the position more if I could do...
Forum: Touring
10-23-11, 01:09 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 12,606
Posted By mbryant52

Not exactly flat, but...

Here's my LHT with Surly Open Bar. Very satisfied with the handling. I don't like drop bars, and the Open Bar is the most comfortable alternative I've discovered.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-23-11, 12:08 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 958
Posted By mbryant52

How is your boss going to feel about that skewer...

How is your boss going to feel about that skewer being turned into a shank?
Forum: Touring
10-22-11, 07:39 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 896
Posted By mbryant52

Check out The Porcelain Rocket:...

Check out The Porcelain Rocket: http://theporcelainrocket.wordpress.com/

I was thinking about trying out two of these, myself: http://www.outyourbackdoor.com/article.php?id=1245
Forum: Touring
10-22-11, 07:23 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,078
Posted By mbryant52

German Goodness.

Still waiting on my wheels...

Meanwhile, some new kit: SKS P55 fenders and Tubus Cargo and Duo racks. Mmm...
Forum: Touring
10-21-11, 06:44 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 38,330
Posted By mbryant52

I would also like to know the answer to this...

I would also like to know the answer to this question. I did 80 loaded miles on 2.0 Marathon Extremes, but 170? Damn.
Forum: Touring
10-20-11, 10:39 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 38,330
Posted By mbryant52

Is that a Revelate Harness? How do you like it?

Is that a Revelate Harness? How do you like it?
Forum: Touring
10-15-11, 05:25 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,322
Posted By mbryant52

FYI, I had two of the DealExtreme flashlights I...

FYI, I had two of the DealExtreme flashlights I was using for bike lighting, and they didn't last long. A bit of moisture and a bit of rattling around and you're left with junk.
Forum: Touring
10-12-11, 10:17 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,078
Posted By mbryant52

Well, this last trip was to Marblemount, down...

Well, this last trip was to Marblemount, down through Sedro-Woolley and out the Cascade Trail, but I only made it as far as Concrete. Lots of pictures from other local outings on my blog:
Forum: Touring
10-10-11, 10:01 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,078
Posted By mbryant52

I've got some 36h XT/XM719 wheels on backorder...

I've got some 36h XT/XM719 wheels on backorder from Handspun... just waiting.
Forum: Touring
10-08-11, 05:42 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 599
Posted By mbryant52

You're ready. Go.

You're ready. Go.
Forum: Touring
10-02-11, 08:51 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,078
Posted By mbryant52

First loaded trip.

I put a front rack on the Trucker and loaded up with gear for a trip this weekend. The bike handled amazingly well under load and was super comfortable to pedal. I was also very happy with the tires...
Forum: Touring
09-27-11, 09:15 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,078
Posted By mbryant52

I actually did a 25-mile gravel descent on an...

I actually did a 25-mile gravel descent on an Open Bar in July. Control was far superior to a drop bar and no wrist pain, although I can't say I was braking so much. ;)
Forum: Touring
09-27-11, 09:59 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,078
Posted By mbryant52

I LOVE the Open Bar. It's super comfortable, not...

I LOVE the Open Bar. It's super comfortable, not only because of the sweep, but also because it has a nice give to it that seems to smooth everything out a bit. I've tried drop bars, flat bars, a...
Forum: Touring
09-27-11, 09:55 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,078
Posted By mbryant52

The shift indicators can be detached from the LX...

The shift indicators can be detached from the LX shifter pods by simply removing two small bolts. The same is not true, however, for all Shimano shifters.
Forum: Touring
09-25-11, 08:58 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,078
Posted By mbryant52

What about dit?

What about dit?
Forum: Touring
09-25-11, 06:33 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,078
Posted By mbryant52

I've got some 2.0 Marathon Extremes for when the...

I've got some 2.0 Marathon Extremes for when the going gets rough. Around town the Paselas are more than adequate, and are light and supple. I haven't yet decided what tires I'll do heavy touring on,...
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