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Forum: Touring
09-10-19, 08:50 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,668
Posted By bacardi

Very nice! Awesome pics.

Very nice!
Awesome pics.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
07-22-19, 09:34 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 8,889
Posted By bacardi

How many vegetarians does it take to screw in a...

How many vegetarians does it take to screw in a light bulb?
I don't know, but where do you get your protein from?

My wife is a vegetarian. I am not. The debate about how much protein a person...
Forum: Electric Bikes
07-20-19, 09:34 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,741
Posted By bacardi

The info I found suggests that the Yamaha mid...

The info I found suggests that the Yamaha mid drive has no drag where the Bosch's does when the assist is turned off. I was looking at the Giant Quick E+ vs the Trek Verve+. I finally settled on a...
Forum: Electric Bikes
07-01-19, 02:26 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,589
Posted By bacardi

Congratulations! A nice bike with good specs. It...

Congratulations! A nice bike with good specs. It was on my short list when I was looking to buy.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-30-19, 07:51 AM
Replies: 241
Views: 49,951
Posted By bacardi

ex-Navy. Drinks rum. Likes pirates.

ex-Navy. Drinks rum. Likes pirates.
Forum: Touring
06-27-19, 04:47 PM
Replies: 4,822
Views: 2,617,690
Posted By bacardi

Nice! I've heard some of the smaller islands have...

Nice! I've heard some of the smaller islands have some decent campgrounds.
Forum: Introductions
08-24-05, 09:46 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 273
Posted By bacardi

Hi Lou Glad to see another Vancouverite (sp)! I...

Hi Lou
Glad to see another Vancouverite (sp)! I also enjoy going to Victoria for the occasional weekend tour. Usually it's credit card touring, fully-loaded is not my thing. Yet. Good luck on the...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-14-05, 04:08 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,630
Posted By bacardi

My recommended seat height is around 73 cms. I...

My recommended seat height is around 73 cms. I have it set at 69.5. Works great for me. Comfy, plenty of power and easy to spin. I'll know if my seat is too high because the outer side of my left...
Forum: Touring
03-11-05, 12:52 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,849
Posted By bacardi

I just switched from 1.95's to 26 x 1.5 City...

I just switched from 1.95's to 26 x 1.5 City Slickers. A noticable difference in speed and handling. As for touring on them, time will tell.
Forum: Touring
03-11-05, 12:38 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 753
Posted By bacardi

No plans for the Easter weekend, but a friend and...

No plans for the Easter weekend, but a friend and I are biking to Victoria next weekend.

We did this last year and had a great time!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-03-05, 06:41 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,148
Posted By bacardi

You are so lucky! Now you have to buy another...

You are so lucky! Now you have to buy another BIKE to match your new saddle.
I wish I had your luck.
Forum: Touring
02-14-05, 06:09 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,405
Posted By bacardi

I bought 2 B17's, one from the fella in Toronto...

I bought 2 B17's, one from the fella in Toronto via eBAy, and one from Big Twin Cycle.
The price was about the same.
I'd like to know where to get them for $37 though.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-12-05, 11:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 593
Posted By bacardi

I'm looking at the Pacific Populaire (in BC) just...

I'm looking at the Pacific Populaire (in BC) just to test the waters, as it were. I would be up for the 100Km but have not decided on which bike to use.
The 21 speed ridgid mtb with a B17 or the 12...
Forum: Touring
02-09-05, 10:38 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,442
Posted By bacardi

I had 2 Brooks B17's. My buddy tried one and...

I had 2 Brooks B17's. My buddy tried one and would'nt give it back!! He gave me money. Bah.

I just tried a Team Pro presoftened. 45 mins later it was back in the box. Too hard and a tad narrow for...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
02-09-05, 10:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,109
Posted By bacardi

Ubie, I bought mine off eBay last year for $25....

Ubie, I bought mine off eBay last year for $25. It does what it's supposed to do, tell you your heart rate.

Mine drops-out (reads 'zero') when the watch is too far away from the chest strap. I...
Forum: Western Canada
02-09-05, 03:55 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 5,310
Posted By bacardi

1) I'm from Vancouver 2) Wannabee

1) I'm from Vancouver

2) Wannabee
Forum: Road Cycling
02-04-05, 10:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,312
Posted By bacardi

I like downtube shifters, they require something...

I like downtube shifters, they require something more than pushing a thumb/finger lever. They require some finesse. After a bit of practice you will not even look for them, just drop your hand and...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-02-05, 03:30 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 6,424
Posted By bacardi

WOW! you've ridden alot of km's. I almost joined...

WOW! you've ridden alot of km's. I almost joined the B.C. Randonneurs last year. Maybe this year? I find those distances intimidating to say the least.

Well, I can live vicariously through people...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-27-05, 03:34 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,617
Posted By bacardi

Another vote for Brooks. Doesn't look...

Another vote for Brooks. Doesn't look anatomically comfy but I don't need to wear padded shorts anymore. No numb plumbing either.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-26-05, 10:10 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,048
Posted By bacardi

I learned my lesson about removing bits from the...

I learned my lesson about removing bits from the frame with my last single-speed. Fortunately it was only a $10 bike and I was able to keep most of the other parts.

I googled for info on this...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-26-05, 01:29 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,048
Posted By bacardi

Miyata 'Ninety Nine'

Good, bad? Certainly not ugly.

I bought this bike recently from a sports consignment store. It's future is uncertain. A friend may buy it and use it for everyday commuting. If not I was thinking...
Forum: Introductions
01-26-05, 01:18 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 465
Posted By bacardi

Brewster, I like your bike! I looked at Opus a...

Brewster, I like your bike! I looked at Opus a couple of summers ago but didn't know anything about them. I ended up with a Giant OCR2.

Do you race, tour, ???

I'm in Vancouver also.
Forum: Introductions
01-26-05, 12:50 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 279
Posted By bacardi

Hi from Vancouver, B.C.

I'm a long-time lurker and have really enjoyed the info and discussions here.

Currently I have 2 bikes, a mtb for touring/commuting and an older Miyata for fun/fast rides. The Miyata may be...
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