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Forum: Touring
10-10-18, 05:28 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,768
Posted By cyber.snow

My wife and I tend to ride at leadt 4+ hours at a...

My wife and I tend to ride at leadt 4+ hours at a shot. I ride on a Brooks B67 which is a little wider and has springs to soften some of the road bumps. My wife rides on a plastic saddle made for...
Forum: Touring
10-10-18, 05:19 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,185
Posted By cyber.snow

Cc touring gear questions

I have finished building my light/ CC touring bike with 2 exceptions. I need a decent mirror for a drop bar and a reasonably secure set of panniers to go on a Salsa rear rack. Hopefully you can...
Forum: Touring
05-27-18, 02:59 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,204
Posted By cyber.snow

I have ordered the Busch & Mueller and the take a...

I have ordered the Busch & Mueller and the take a look. Will see how they work.
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-20-18, 03:40 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,549
Posted By cyber.snow

I did the Bafang kit on a Salsa Fargo last...

I did the Bafang kit on a Salsa Fargo last summer, adding a good front shock and 2,25” tires. I am in the process of building a Salsa Vaya now that will also have either the Bafang or BBSO2. The...
Forum: Touring
05-20-18, 02:31 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,258
Posted By cyber.snow

Longest trip I have made was 10 days. I stayed...

Longest trip I have made was 10 days. I stayed in either motels or B&Bs. I ride in mountain bike shorts or regular shirts, but use padded under wear. I had 2 pairs ofvriding shirts and 2 pairs of...
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-20-18, 10:29 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 10,999
Posted By cyber.snow

When I hit 70 it seemed the hills started getting...

When I hit 70 it seemed the hills started getting steeper so I took my trusty bike and added a mid drive motor. My wife laughed at this until we did a 150 mile ride, over 2 days, in mid Idaho. She...
Forum: Touring
05-20-18, 10:13 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,204
Posted By cyber.snow

I assume you are using the 3rd eye version...

I assume you are using the 3rd eye version instead of the one that connects to your glasses?
Forum: Touring
05-20-18, 09:49 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,204
Posted By cyber.snow

Which Bush and Muller mirror are you using?

Which Bush and Muller mirror are you using?
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-20-18, 09:15 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,018
Posted By cyber.snow

I talked to Fuji when I was wanting to convert my...

I talked to Fuji when I was wanting to convert my carbon bike, we went over the material strength and loading design and I decided to not go with carbon. Instead I went with a Salsa Vaya (steel...
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-20-18, 09:08 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,558
Posted By cyber.snow

Question Throttle mount on drop bar?

I am converting my Salsa Vaya light touring bike to a mid drive electric. Has anyone mounted their throttle in a set of drop bars? How?
Forum: Touring
05-19-18, 06:43 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,204
Posted By cyber.snow

Rear view mirror for drop bar

i really need some kind of ability to see cars and other riders coming up behind me. I tried a helmet mounted system but it was so small I almost wrecked a couple of times as I was trying to...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-28-17, 11:28 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,220
Posted By cyber.snow

I am 71 and ride most of the summer in the...

I am 71 and ride most of the summer in the central Idaho Mountains. My e-bike makes this 5% 2 mile long climbs a lot easier. In the winter though, I wimp out and spend it near the beach in Southern...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-28-17, 10:49 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,400
Posted By cyber.snow

I can only provide one data point. I have 3 mid...

I can only provide one data point. I have 3 mid drive e-Bikes. Two of them have over 1000 miles on them. All are still going strong. Other than standard bike maintenance issues, I have had to...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-28-17, 10:44 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,077
Posted By cyber.snow

We bike a lot on the weekends and even use our...

We bike a lot on the weekends and even use our bikes for credit card touring. We use the e more as a pedal assist and typically ride at level 2 or 3 (9 levels). Last year in our ride around MOAB,...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-14-17, 10:01 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,709
Posted By cyber.snow

Other things to consider is whether you ride...

Other things to consider is whether you ride alone or with a group and whether you ride for the exercise. We always ride for the exercise and I put a small heart rate monitor on my bike. When we...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-14-17, 09:55 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,321
Posted By cyber.snow

Rick, in retrospect I think you have a valid...

Rick, in retrospect I think you have a valid point. In looking closer at crank height and stand over height. Center of gravity is a wash. Scratch that idea. We typically ride at about 18-20mph on...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-12-17, 09:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,321
Posted By cyber.snow

I do already have a 700c wheeled dual sport and a...

I do already have a 700c wheeled dual sport and a 29er bike with 2.75 tires under electric power. I have noticed that when I hit about 35 mph, the bikes start to feel unstable. After looking at my...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-07-17, 09:46 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,321
Posted By cyber.snow

Wanted: Road bike with disc. Brakes and 26” tires..

Anyone know of a road type bike with 26” wheels and disc brakes? I am kicking around the idea of building a high speed electric bike. Thanks
Forum: Electric Bikes
10-24-17, 09:38 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,097
Posted By cyber.snow

I can’t help but agree with fietsbob. A 750watt...

I can’t help but agree with fietsbob. A 750watt middrive motor kit with battery runs around $1100 at empowered bikes. Your local bike shop will install it for around $200-300. Find him a good step...
Forum: Electric Bikes
10-13-17, 06:43 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,782
Posted By cyber.snow

I looked at a lot of different e-bikes as I was...

I looked at a lot of different e-bikes as I was making the purchase for my wife and myself. Now after having e-bike for the past two years I am so happy with the path we took. We first decided on...
Forum: Electric Bikes
10-09-17, 09:40 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,014
Posted By cyber.snow

Another thing to consider when building an...

Another thing to consider when building an electric bike capable of those speeds is licensing and where you can ride. Check you local and state laws. Where I live, if you build an electric...
Forum: Touring
10-09-17, 09:32 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 729
Posted By cyber.snow

Thanks oogabooga, I have ridden the Strand...

Thanks oogabooga,

I have ridden the Strand from end to end several times and while it is very scenic, it can be crowded and is boringly flat. Also have ridden from Redondo Beach up and around...
Forum: Touring
10-08-17, 04:20 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 11,278
Posted By cyber.snow

While I really liked my B67 saddle, I got caught...

While I really liked my B67 saddle, I got caught on a tour in a rainy cycle and really didn’t like having to care for the leather that got soaked. Consequently just purchased a c19. Seems to be...
Forum: Electric Bikes
10-08-17, 04:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,258
Posted By cyber.snow

Going to leave on the G1s for a while, then...

Going to leave on the G1s for a while, then replace with Schwalb Marathons rated for 50k plus ebikes.
Forum: Touring
10-05-17, 03:19 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 729
Posted By cyber.snow

Touring Tips for Souther CA?

Moving to the LA South Shore for the next few months. Any great places to ride other than the Strand? Any rails to trails in the area?
Forum: Electric Bikes
10-02-17, 10:59 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,258
Posted By cyber.snow

Which tires for e-bikes?

I have been riding my e-bike for about a year on Schwalbe G1 Tires. Am now moving from an area with a lot of dirt, gravel and sandy roads to mostly cement and asphalt roads. While I have been...
Forum: Touring
10-02-17, 10:52 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,804
Posted By cyber.snow

Running out of time in the Idaho Mts., first snow...

Running out of time in the Idaho Mts., first snow was yesterday and now it is time to pack up and head for warmer territory. I will leave my MTB tourer here and take the Trek DS and bags South. The...
Forum: Touring
10-01-17, 10:25 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,804
Posted By cyber.snow

After riding my Schwalbe G1s on a couple of...

After riding my Schwalbe G1s on a couple of trips, I think I want to go back to a more road friendly tire. The G1s are tubeless, so back to my original question...go to tire and tube or stay...
Forum: Touring
10-01-17, 10:21 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,715
Posted By cyber.snow

If you are trying to reduce pressure on your...

If you are trying to reduce pressure on your peranium area (I think that is what it is called) and you want to sit up straighter, you might want to try leveling the saddle and decreasing your reach.
Forum: Touring
10-01-17, 10:14 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 7,180
Posted By cyber.snow

I have traveled with paper maps all over Europe...

I have traveled with paper maps all over Europe and never had any trouble as most of them had clearly marked bike paths. Up in Idaho, I use Avenza where I can use the GPS feature on my phone and see...
Forum: Touring
09-28-17, 09:01 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 11,278
Posted By cyber.snow

I have found the B67 to be the "lounge chair" of...

I have found the B67 to be the "lounge chair" of saddles for rides over 50km. Just ordered a C19 carved saddle because I am tired of the special care I have been giving the leather because if the...
Forum: Touring
09-28-17, 08:55 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 11,278
Posted By cyber.snow

I have found the B67 to be the "lounge chair" of...

I have found the B67 to be the "lounge chair" of saddles for rides over 50km. Just ordered a C19 carved saddle because I am tired of the special care I have been giving the leather because if the...
Forum: Touring
09-28-17, 09:03 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 13,436
Posted By cyber.snow

Got back from Prague and tested the two...

Got back from Prague and tested the two configurations. The butterfly worked great on the 40+ mile ride that was relatively flat, it claimed the hill just fine but on the single track decline I...
Forum: Touring
09-24-17, 03:06 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,804
Posted By cyber.snow

Sounds like I need to chuck the G1s, they are...

Sounds like I need to chuck the G1s, they are good on gravel but don't have much protection. Then clean up the wheels and go back to tires and tubes.
Forum: Touring
09-24-17, 11:47 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,708
Posted By cyber.snow

My mistake, I tried the Fargo with the...

My mistake, I tried the Fargo with the cowchipper handlebars.

I run my 2.35 MTB tires at 40lbs and for most surfaces that is just fine. However when riding on some of the logging roads which...
Forum: Touring
09-24-17, 08:32 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,804
Posted By cyber.snow

Tubeless Tires...good choice? What to carry?

I just put Schwalbe G1s on my touring bike and went tubeless. Then I thought "what happens if I get a flat?" With tubes, I just carried an extra tube, patch kit, pump device and tire tools. Not...
Forum: Touring
09-24-17, 08:19 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,708
Posted By cyber.snow

I am currently running a Jones Bar on my Salsa...

I am currently running a Jones Bar on my Salsa Fargo and it was a poor decision, even with the foam grips there is a lot of vibration. I did test ride a Fargo with the cowbell bars and it seemed to...
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-23-17, 04:54 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,556
Posted By cyber.snow

I tried both the lower tooth and a higher tooth,...

I tried both the lower tooth and a higher tooth, but settled on the Lekkie 42 tooth also. It seems to be perfect for about any surface. As winter is quickly closing in up in the mts of Idaho, am...
Forum: Touring
09-12-17, 10:25 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 13,436
Posted By cyber.snow

Went to Amazon and ordered a set of Butterfly...

Went to Amazon and ordered a set of Butterfly Bars in 31.8mm and a 1 1/2" rise flat bar and extension. Looks like they will both be at the house when we get back from Prague...by the way, perfect...
Forum: Touring
09-12-17, 02:54 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 13,436
Posted By cyber.snow

Just because the bike sells with drop bars, I did...

Just because the bike sells with drop bars, I did the research to see what it would take to convert from a flat bar set up to a drop bar. Buying from my LBS (on line is cheaper) I need:
Handlebar. ...
Forum: Touring
09-11-17, 02:34 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 13,436
Posted By cyber.snow

Opinion on Handlebars?

I recently started a thread on handlebars as I have built up a Salsa Fargo with a Jones Bar. I got a lot of advice from folks suggesting I go to Butterfly Bars. Then I did a search on a number of...
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-11-17, 06:56 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,538
Posted By cyber.snow

There are lots of great trails to ride, but I...

There are lots of great trails to ride, but I would not ride the Arches Park again. The road is so heavily traveled and in places extremely narrow. While the ride is beautiful, I was told there are...
Forum: Touring
09-11-17, 06:51 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,844
Posted By cyber.snow

Your right! Typically when we are touring or...

Your right! Typically when we are touring or doing longer rides, we ride at about 14mph which is not a workout pace. If I were riding faster or against a clock, I certainly would wear more bike...
Forum: Touring
09-11-17, 12:26 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,844
Posted By cyber.snow

I do have to admit that when I was actively...

I do have to admit that when I was actively cyclocrossing and roadbiking I wore padded biking shorts. Since I started touring, I tend to carry more "stuff" and like riding in my cargo shorts. With...
Forum: Touring
09-06-17, 03:53 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 11,209
Posted By cyber.snow

Bought the dashboard genie. Brakes are...

Bought the dashboard genie.

Brakes are cable so brake levers should be easy. Any advice on shifter?

Options that I can think of are;
Integrated right hand brake/11 speed shifter...left hand...
Forum: Touring
09-06-17, 12:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 11,209
Posted By cyber.snow

The Jones bar isn't bad but I do like my drop...

The Jones bar isn't bad but I do like my drop bars a lot better. The bar extension looks like a great answer. Now the trick is to find the right shifter/brakes.
Forum: Touring
09-05-17, 03:21 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 18,896
Posted By cyber.snow

Called the LBS that built the wheel set and was...

Called the LBS that built the wheel set and was told the rims are 25mm. So now back to thinking that 35-45mm might be the way to go. Anyone have any experience with Schwalbe GT Tour tires?
Forum: Touring
09-05-17, 08:28 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 11,209
Posted By cyber.snow

Thanks, was wondering how you stacked things so...

Thanks, was wondering how you stacked things so you could use a front bag.

Did check out the drop bar but stopped at just the price of the "cowchipper" drop bars.
Forum: Touring
09-04-17, 04:43 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 11,209
Posted By cyber.snow

Do you have a picture? Might be a better...

Do you have a picture?

Might be a better solution.
Forum: Touring
09-04-17, 04:38 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 18,896
Posted By cyber.snow

Great point, they have been closed for the past...

Great point, they have been closed for the past three days to observe the holiday. I tend to call as soon as they open. I did check my local hardware store but no metric measuring devices and no...
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