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Forum: Touring
04-07-21, 02:09 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,431
Posted By harvillo

Thanks. I had sell my bike I built up for...

Thanks. I had sell my bike I built up for panniers and am now using my road bike with bags. The little additions just seem to make more of a difference. I moved some gear around so the bag up front...
Forum: Touring
04-07-21, 12:12 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,431
Posted By harvillo

Weight Distribution/Packing Tips Bikepacking

I'm sure it's personal preference, however, when I have a front bag (I'm doing lightweight touring) it feels like a dang sail when going into the wind. I can strap what's on the front bag to the top...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-12-21, 01:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 487
Posted By harvillo

Thanks

I'll stick with my trusty plugs and tubolito. Thanks!!?
Forum: Road Cycling
03-11-21, 10:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 487
Posted By harvillo

Road Tubeless Quick Repair

Ivecive seen a few MTB repair vids when they'll wrap gorilla tape around a slash and the rim. I'm not sure if that would work with the higher pressures of road bike tire. It would sure be nice when...
Forum: Touring
11-13-20, 07:25 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 4,792
Posted By harvillo

I’ve struggled with this as well. I opt for a...

I’ve struggled with this as well. I opt for a tire which mounts easily, period. For instance, I love contis, but they are a pita with my wheels so I went with a tire that’s nice (but not as nice) yet...
Forum: Touring
11-12-20, 05:56 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 908
Posted By harvillo

Thanks everyone!

I tested out some 32s and it was just too much of a penalty (feel) in the rolling resistance dept (not to mention weight after adding tubes and, gulp, liners - close to 200g lol). I loved my Conti...
Forum: Touring
11-12-20, 09:37 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 908
Posted By harvillo

Endurance Bike Tire

Going to be doing a short tour San Francisco to LA. I’m going to take my endurance bike this time since it’s supported. I’m considering throwing some 32s on. It’ll be about 150 grams more per tire....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-14-20, 04:18 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 746
Posted By harvillo

Close

i just noticed that, and I apologize. I Found a less cost prohibitive light at my LBS that is pre wired. I’m now on the hunt for a USB charger. I think I found one on Amazon.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-14-20, 01:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 746
Posted By harvillo

Help with Alfine Dynamo

The info I find on setting these up is all over the map. I did find the wire and a connector but all the devices seem to be very expensive. 180.00 lights etc. if that’s the case I’ll go usb. I was...
Forum: Touring
07-28-20, 02:52 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,563
Posted By harvillo

Tires

I’ve read countless threads and read reviews. I just got my ogre but it had 50mm wtb ventures. I’m going to be primarily road touring with an occasional smooth gravel (very occasional and will be...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-13-20, 10:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 530
Posted By harvillo

Newbie Help

1 year into riding. I love my Synapse but would like something that I could use for lightweight touring that can handle big hills yet not be a 25 lb bike. From what I can guess a CX bike May be it? ...
Forum: Touring
07-11-20, 09:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,346
Posted By harvillo

Help with Long Haul Trucker

New here. I currently ride a 56 Synapse that I love. I’d like to purchase a long haul trucker. I see 26” cm 700 c options what’s the standard for touring (other than the size). 26” or 700c? I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-20-20, 05:13 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 593
Posted By harvillo

Thank you so much. I have a mountain bike...

Thank you so much. I have a mountain bike (nothing fancy) that may work better then. Lots of gearing But I’ve never rode it any distance. The inclines are minimal. Thanks again.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-20-20, 10:29 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 593
Posted By harvillo

Newb/Bikepacking

I've seen a million threads but nothing too definitive and I am a novice (only about a year riding and ride 150 miles a week). My location is fairly flat and I'd like to camp at an area about 50...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-04-20, 03:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 418
Posted By harvillo

Awesome thank you. I have a sub 18lb bike. It...

Awesome thank you. I have a sub 18lb bike. It came with Aksium. I live the bike but just wanted to upgrade it a bit in the wheelset department. Nothing crazy. Thank you.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-04-20, 07:55 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 418
Posted By harvillo

Help with Rims

Been riding for about a year now. I’m by no means great but thought it may be time to step up the wheelset. I currently have Aksium Mavic. There’s so much info I don’t even know where to start. I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-23-19, 05:49 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,829
Posted By harvillo

Thank you!

Thanks everyone. Good thing (and don’t laugh) but I started at an average of 10 mph. I’m pushing 14 now. I ride a combination of flats and hills so the cardio is doing well. Heart rate down to about...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-23-19, 01:29 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,829
Posted By harvillo

Newb Question

My cycling adventure is coming along nicely. Thanks to this forum I avoided some common mistakes (learned to repair a flat prior to riding, road safety, hydrating, etiquette, and many other newbie...
Forum: Introductions
07-18-19, 09:40 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 905
Posted By harvillo

Hello Members

Newbie from Southern California. I'm looking forward to learning more about the sport from all of you.

Thanks,
Chris
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-18-19, 09:35 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 753
Posted By harvillo

Newb

I made the plunge...

After riding for months and really enjoying it I finally stepped up and bought a bike. It's a nice bike that should get me beyond a few years (Canondale Synapse Carbon - disc...
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