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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-20-24, 07:53 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 31
Posted By Steve B.

Look around the Shimano site, they make some of...

Look around the Shimano site, they make some of their shoes in wide, they usually make up to a 48. I have the XC7, sized 46 in wide, for a 4E foot. Very comfortable. I personally am willing to spend...
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-19-24, 05:20 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 248
Posted By Steve B.

And be aware that a Class 1 pedal assist is, in...

And be aware that a Class 1 pedal assist is, in many areas, the only type of e-bike allowed on many trails. NY State as example, forbids Class 2&3 bikes with throttles on trails and paths on state...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-19-24, 10:45 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 237
Posted By Steve B.

I've done some ST on my Topstone Gravel. Did not...

I've done some ST on my Topstone Gravel. Did not have issues with the Gravel Kings, they grip pretty well in our conditions, just didn't feel great on a narrower drop bar, much prefer a wide flat...
Forum: Touring
09-19-24, 07:40 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 241
Posted By Steve B.

This. It's not Apples business model to give...

This. It's not Apples business model to give stuff away for free,
Forum: Touring
09-18-24, 08:47 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 241
Posted By Steve B.

Cant say about costs. Not likely this is free...

Cant say about costs. Not likely this is free from Apple, I’m certain there’s a cost involved. As well, the InReach is a tiny device, not a game changer, except need to keep charged.
Forum: Touring
09-18-24, 07:26 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 241
Posted By Steve B.

How ? InReach is $400, I already own an...

How ?

InReach is $400, I already own an IPhone that can take iOS 18. Saves a lot of money. If you are doing a very remote trip I can see paying for the rescue insurance that an InReach can work...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-18-24, 04:06 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 282
Posted By Steve B.

I'm 69, been riding for 36 years, was racing a...

I'm 69, been riding for 36 years, was racing a while, including team Tri's, been swimming since I was 5, did Masters and open water swims in my 40's. I can no longer do a full workout same day I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-16-24, 02:37 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 1,898
Posted By Steve B.

This, multiple years on 2 mt bikes with 1X, never...

This, multiple years on 2 mt bikes with 1X, never dropped a chain. No idea what the OP is talking about, rarely happens.
Forum: Northeast
09-15-24, 07:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 278
Posted By Steve B.

I used to enjoy the road section north of...

I used to enjoy the road section north of Millerton, Rudd Pond Rd, Boston Corner and Undermountain. But the new trail section that goes along the ponds and marches is really a beautiful trail, so I...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
09-15-24, 06:44 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 3,694
Posted By Steve B.

I might get one, they are not yet available for...

I might get one, they are not yet available for the 715
Forum: Northeast
09-14-24, 04:34 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 278
Posted By Steve B.

Rail Trail Heaven

Buddy has a house in Otis, Mass, noticed there are a lot of rail trails in the area. So 4 of us headed up that way for 4 days of exploring. Hit the southern part of the Farmington Heritage Canal...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
09-11-24, 06:51 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 835
Posted By Steve B.

Yes it does, that’s the problem. My 1040 works...

Yes it does, that’s the problem. My 1040 works this way as well. I press the side button, screen shows the red tab to turn off, I turn off, I watch it power down. I plug to charge, the device...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
09-11-24, 03:30 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 835
Posted By Steve B.

I do agree, it always has me scratching my head. ...

I do agree, it always has me scratching my head. I do think you just need to wait til it powers up then do the shut down process. I would as well maybe get in the habit of powering off lights and...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
09-11-24, 10:33 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 835
Posted By Steve B.

I think after you plug in to charge and it turns...

I think after you plug in to charge and it turns on, you can then turn it off. There really no need to, the battery is getting charged and will not drain.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-10-24, 08:46 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,847
Posted By Steve B.

Driving outside LV is easy, different side of the...

Driving outside LV is easy, different side of the road is all. It’s not a hugely populated area so traffic is not heavy. If Zion doesn’t have snow, cycling there is worth it, better then taking the...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-10-24, 08:38 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 443
Posted By Steve B.

If you only had this as new after one ride on the...

If you only had this as new after one ride on the indoor machine, on a different saddle and dont typically get chafing, then just assume it’s the different saddle. If the problem continues, then...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-10-24, 07:52 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 443
Posted By Steve B.

Get some ointment to treat diaper rash. I use...

Get some ointment to treat diaper rash. I use Aquaphor as it’s scentless. Works well.
Forum: Introductions
09-10-24, 07:06 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 179
Posted By Steve B.

And how does “Border Battles” fit into this ?

And how does “Border Battles” fit into this ?
Forum: Touring
09-08-24, 06:23 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 3,551
Posted By Steve B.

Yes, thank you for reminding me, the Cape Cod...

Yes, thank you for reminding me, the Cape Cod trail was one of the early ones.
Forum: Touring
09-08-24, 04:50 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 3,551
Posted By Steve B.

Would have been 40 years ago or so. I recall...

Would have been 40 years ago or so. I recall some of these being developed around the time I got into cycling, so 1989 ish. Of course there was no Bike Forums or such to easily spread information. ...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-08-24, 03:56 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,847
Posted By Steve B.

Lot of work when you are flying with a bike, to...

Lot of work when you are flying with a bike, to get out of an airport, into a hotel, setup bike, ride, back to hotel to pack bike for next days flight, just for one day of riding, I would certainly...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-08-24, 03:03 PM
Replies: 3,737
Views: 500,569
Posted By Steve B.

So very sorry for your loss. It's at the same...

So very sorry for your loss. It's at the same time a decision you know you need to make when you know they are ailing and a terrible decision to have to make. Been there more times than I like.
Forum: Touring
09-08-24, 02:55 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 3,551
Posted By Steve B.

And as note, there are a dozen different maps...

And as note, there are a dozen different maps available to use and view in the Ride Planner of RWGPS. OSM alone has Standard, Cycle and Outdoors.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-08-24, 11:31 AM
Replies: 3,737
Views: 500,569
Posted By Steve B.

We were feeding a feral female many years...

We were feeding a feral female many years ago,,she dropped 21 kittens in 5 liters in 2 years, all under the shed in our back yard. She could not be caught. We caught all her babies using a medium...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-07-24, 06:35 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,847
Posted By Steve B.

An hour and a half NE on the interstate is St....

An hour and a half NE on the interstate is St. George, very nice town, lots of road bike options. Weather should be similar to LV, 60’s - 70’s daytime, low 30’s at night, but it warms up quick. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-07-24, 01:41 PM
Replies: 3,737
Views: 500,569
Posted By Steve B.

You rescued a newborn, how could anyone here find...

You rescued a newborn, how could anyone here find this inappropriate ?. It's the greatest thing IMO. Yes we all lose and have lost our companions, but saving a life is such a good thing to do. I...
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-05-24, 06:03 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,243
Posted By Steve B.

Well, all modern stuff comes with 29” wheels,...

Well, all modern stuff comes with 29” wheels, decent fork usually, or at least functional. Sometimes a dropper post which I removed and never used. My one major and required add-on is electronic...
Forum: Touring
09-05-24, 01:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 382
Posted By Steve B.

One clue might be if they state they have pit...

One clue might be if they state they have pit toilets. Those can still be used after the first frost. The flush toilets are the ones they have to close down for the winter as they need to drain the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-03-24, 03:57 PM
Replies: 3,737
Views: 500,569
Posted By Steve B.

Xiaoman, very sad news, sorry for your loss and...

Xiaoman, very sad news, sorry for your loss and to lose a pet that way. We are only recently starting to have coyotes move onto Long Island and I know there is going to be a painful learning curve...
Forum: Touring
09-03-24, 11:47 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 3,551
Posted By Steve B.

Rand McNally maps usually had/have distance...

Rand McNally maps usually had/have distance markers between towns and road junctions. It was good enough.
Forum: Introductions
09-02-24, 04:17 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 132
Posted By Steve B.

Hey, been there 2-3 times, camped at Fundy NP,...

Hey, been there 2-3 times, camped at Fundy NP, saw the “Magnetic Hill”, camped at Mt Carlton PP, heard wolves howling according to the park caretaker (more likely coyotes), camped and got eaten alive...
Forum: Touring
09-02-24, 10:27 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,807
Posted By Steve B.

Ask yourself how many other bike tourists you see...

Ask yourself how many other bike tourists you see through out a day. I’d bet not many, and that’s your answer. The vast majority of the tourists are staying in hotels and eating at restaurants, not...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-01-24, 09:47 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,877
Posted By Steve B.

Not a terrible way to spend $400, glad it worked...

Not a terrible way to spend $400, glad it worked out.

Curious about “only an 11-34” would fit the wheels. They still make a number of 105 cassettes for 11 spd., 12-25, 11-28, 11-30, among others....
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
09-01-24, 06:43 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 462
Posted By Steve B.

If you scroll down, it shows Starter, Basic...

If you scroll down, it shows Starter, Basic ($7.99 mos) and Premium ($9.99 mos.) I don’t really remember it well when I was just on the free version, I’m pretty sure I could create a route and...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
09-01-24, 03:23 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 462
Posted By Steve B.

I believe I used to use the free version to plan...

I believe I used to use the free version to plan and download navigable routes, always to a Garmin, I never used the phone version. I think that is free as well. The website is less than clear as...
Forum: Touring
09-01-24, 03:17 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,047
Posted By Steve B.

You mention in the thread title 2025. I assume...

You mention in the thread title 2025. I assume you are making plans for someplace different ?
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-30-24, 07:47 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 3,694
Posted By Steve B.

If you are referring to my post, I was curious if...

If you are referring to my post, I was curious if having it low would affect functionality. It hasn’t, it works just fine.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-30-24, 06:28 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 3,694
Posted By Steve B.

The provided Garmin mount does not interfere with...

The provided Garmin mount does not interfere with the seat bag, unless your seat post has very little exposure coming out of the seat tube. My mount is partly on the seatbtube....
Forum: Introductions
08-30-24, 02:41 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 186
Posted By Steve B.

I suspect a flat bar will have you sitting more...

I suspect a flat bar will have you sitting more upright than using a drop bar, where you lean forward a bit more with hands on the brake levers. Thus maybe less pressure on the prostate with a drop...
Forum: Northeast
08-30-24, 02:33 PM
Replies: 3,207
Views: 335,190
Posted By Steve B.

Holy Crap, a Kaos post. Been months. Next thing...

Holy Crap, a Kaos post. Been months. Next thing you know Papa Tom and Glenn will show up.

But, where are you Joe, do you even know ?.
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-30-24, 09:29 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 438
Posted By Steve B.

I get so few flays I could not offer an opinion....

I get so few flays I could not offer an opinion. 3 bikes are tubeless so the few punctures seal up.
Forum: Introductions
08-29-24, 08:33 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 482
Posted By Steve B.

Are you saying hi to everyone in Indiana ? ...

Are you saying hi to everyone in Indiana ?

If from Indiana and merely saying Hi, you would want a comma in that heading, as “Hi everyone, from Indiana”.
Forum: Introductions
08-29-24, 08:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 257
Posted By Steve B.

At least they know how to avoid running over...

At least they know how to avoid running over cyclists.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-27-24, 10:28 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 3,694
Posted By Steve B.

I found the mount Garmin provided perfectly...

I found the mount Garmin provided perfectly adequate, it’s not the same mount as used on the Edge devices. I used the provided zip ties, works just fine. It has a locking piece that keeps it secure....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-25-24, 02:53 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,439
Posted By Steve B.

I read a lot in the FaceBook page for the...

I read a lot in the FaceBook page for the Cannondale Topstone gravel bikes, how many problems folks have with the FSA Gossamer crank that C-Dale provided. I think they still use this crank on...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-25-24, 10:48 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 214
Posted By Steve B.

Most folks advise assembling on the work table...

Most folks advise assembling on the work table and testing all components before installing, did you do that ?, and what happens.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-24-24, 07:25 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 3,694
Posted By Steve B.

Not from the lanyard slot. And actually, I pay a...

Not from the lanyard slot. And actually, I pay a lot of attention to Hammerhead and Garmin posts in assorted forums and FB, never read of a problem with working in wet conditions outside of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-24-24, 02:54 PM
Replies: 3,737
Views: 500,569
Posted By Steve B.

You know they don’t go as long as a human, but...

You know they don’t go as long as a human, but impossible to prepare emotionally for their passing. Sorry for you loss. Cats are the best.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-24-24, 02:02 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 5,886
Posted By Steve B.

Well, I had one, a Fuji knockoff of the Ritchey...

Well, I had one, a Fuji knockoff of the Ritchey P21 essentially. I added a Softride stem. Had a great Suntour group in it, I rode it all over the SW., weighed maybe 23-24 lbs. Had to move it out, no...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-24-24, 01:41 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 5,886
Posted By Steve B.

No, I sometimes miss what forum it’s placed in,...

No, I sometimes miss what forum it’s placed in, just saw it as a new post,
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