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Forum: Southern California
06-22-17, 12:14 PM
Replies: 500
Views: 89,072
Posted By grampa.sjb

I was talking to an Orange County deputy the...

I was talking to an Orange County deputy the other day about the encampment by the Anaheim Stadium. She agreed it was a real problem. According to her, it's not just peopled by those made homeless by...
Forum: Touring
06-07-17, 07:35 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 13,828
Posted By grampa.sjb

I visited this question last year - I went with...

I visited this question last year - I went with the Disc Trucker, given some of our long, steep descents in the Sierra Nevadas. I've not been disappointed.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-10-16, 01:12 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,081
Posted By grampa.sjb

I usually send my bike to the nearest convenience...

I usually send my bike to the nearest convenience store for a bottle of cold beer while I fix the flat.
Forum: Touring
06-27-16, 09:29 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,016
Posted By grampa.sjb

It's a great summer bag, maybe a bit into spring...

It's a great summer bag, maybe a bit into spring and fall, very decent weight, and at $140 US it's a steal! I'm another who used the Blue Kazoo for years, and enjoyed it's warmth and light weight...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-27-16, 02:34 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,316
Posted By grampa.sjb

I've always wanted to get one, so I could hang it...

I've always wanted to get one, so I could hang it on my wall!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-27-16, 02:26 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,294
Posted By grampa.sjb

Excellent photo, Slaninar!

Excellent photo, Slaninar!
Forum: Touring
06-27-16, 02:21 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,967
Posted By grampa.sjb

I used something like the Thudbuster years ago,...

I used something like the Thudbuster years ago, and it was okay. Be aware that the first time you hit a good bump on a seatpost like that, you first terrified feeling is that the front end of your...
Forum: Southern California
06-27-16, 02:12 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,872
Posted By grampa.sjb

You might want to consider flying in to San...

You might want to consider flying in to San Francisco from Germany, then returning from Los Angeles (LAX). Maybe ship extra luggage to your friend in LA? Pack the bike in a box from Germany, discard...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-29-16, 03:22 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,913
Posted By grampa.sjb

What he said! (Me repeating exactly what someone...

What he said! (Me repeating exactly what someone else said hours ago!)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-29-16, 03:20 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 18,680
Posted By grampa.sjb

It is. A sharp piece of glass or metal ,...

It is. A sharp piece of glass or metal , especially if it has a bend of some sort in it (i.e., not flat), can cut the sidewall of any tire, cars included. No bike tires have a warranty for this...
Forum: Southern California
01-25-16, 07:13 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,413
Posted By grampa.sjb

Very cool indeed! I've had them wave when I did...

Very cool indeed! I've had them wave when I did that, but never had someone actually thank me!
Forum: Touring
12-20-15, 12:23 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,668
Posted By grampa.sjb

I use an Exped down/air pillow. The core is air...

I use an Exped down/air pillow. The core is air for support, and the outer is down-filled for comfort. Best ever!

Exped Down Pillow | Sleep Accessories | BackcountryGear.com...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-11-15, 06:26 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,148
Posted By grampa.sjb

Same here - I've never had any problem shifting a...

Same here - I've never had any problem shifting a non-pinned middle ring with brifters . . . but you will have to try it on your bike to be sure, as obviously some folks here have had problems.
Forum: Touring
12-11-15, 06:19 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,758
Posted By grampa.sjb

Nice! How big is the tarp? Looks like there is...

Nice! How big is the tarp? Looks like there is plenty of room inside for sleeping bag and gear. Clever use of the front wheel!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-17-15, 08:19 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,651
Posted By grampa.sjb

Well, I admire y'all but have no desire to...

Well, I admire y'all but have no desire to imitate you! I love my granny gear and think that if God had wanted me to ride SS, he wouldn't have put derailleurs on my bikes!!! ;)
Forum: Touring
11-01-15, 09:31 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,044
Posted By grampa.sjb

Big plus on Wayne!

Big plus on Wayne!
Forum: Southern California
11-01-15, 09:28 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,205
Posted By grampa.sjb

Clawhammer, I notice you're in Fullerton. I live...

Clawhammer, I notice you're in Fullerton. I live nearby in La Mirada and ride a Disc Trucker. If I can be of help, send me a private message.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-01-15, 09:56 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 7,537
Posted By grampa.sjb

To the OP: I've been using a triple on my road...

To the OP: I've been using a triple on my road bike for quite awhile, and I love it! Say what you will about compacts, etc., but when you're facing a long, steep hill with aged legs and lungs, that...
Forum: Southern California
10-18-15, 07:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,192
Posted By grampa.sjb

There is also Coyote Creek Trail, which starts...

There is also Coyote Creek Trail, which starts where the San Gabriel crosses the bridge a couple miles from Seal Beach, and ends in La Mirada/Norwalk. It's about 8-10 miles.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-10-15, 06:30 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,311
Posted By grampa.sjb

I use one of Jeremy's grease guns, but picked up...

I use one of Jeremy's grease guns, but picked up the longer nozzle for it (seen on the Amazon page at the "Frequently Bought Together" window. It makes it easier to get grease into some tight spots.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-10-15, 06:26 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 9,152
Posted By grampa.sjb

Another vote for Chain-L - great stuff!

Another vote for Chain-L - great stuff!
Forum: Touring
09-27-15, 09:18 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 7,637
Posted By grampa.sjb

TI is good for a number of things, but cookware...

TI is good for a number of things, but cookware isn't one of them. I've tried it for the weight saved, but for anything other than boiling water, it is just way too spotty on heat transfer. You get a...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-27-15, 09:58 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,128
Posted By grampa.sjb

When you've been riding longer than the owner,...

When you've been riding longer than the owner, have already tested the dedicated touring bike you want, and the owner spends half an hour trying to convince you that what you really want is a CX bike...
Forum: Southern California
09-19-15, 04:11 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,488
Posted By grampa.sjb

Since moving here in 1990, I've seen 8 bike-car...

Since moving here in 1990, I've seen 8 bike-car collisions, including one fatality. Every single one of them was a cyclist riding against traffic coming into an intersection, and a car turning right....
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-15-15, 07:44 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 3,177
Posted By grampa.sjb

Nothing to do with cramping, but my wife makes an...

Nothing to do with cramping, but my wife makes an awesome cole slaw with dill pickle juice and a bit of chopped dill pickles! Fantastic with a pulled pork sandwich!
Forum: Touring
09-15-15, 07:35 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,728
Posted By grampa.sjb

I have the Surly Disc Trucker, 26" wheels and am...

I have the Surly Disc Trucker, 26" wheels and am very pleased with it.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-05-15, 01:24 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 20,428
Posted By grampa.sjb

I teach a road cycling course for beginners here...

I teach a road cycling course for beginners here in southern California, and carry a Camelbak Mule for those rides. I use it primarily for carrying extra tubes of different sizes, patch kits, pump,...
Forum: Touring
09-05-15, 01:00 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 12,046
Posted By grampa.sjb

Yes, I carry a spare tire. A couple of years ago...

Yes, I carry a spare tire. A couple of years ago while coming down a hill I encountered what must have been a piece of bent metal which made a nasty slice through the sidewall just below the bead...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-29-15, 06:45 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 17,640
Posted By grampa.sjb

I have reflectors and blinky lights all over my...

I have reflectors and blinky lights all over my commuter bike and my touring bike, cuz I want to be seen by cars at night. On my road bike, which I almost never ride at night, I just have a rear...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-29-15, 06:40 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 15,210
Posted By grampa.sjb

You can dismiss this as an old grouch's...

You can dismiss this as an old grouch's complaint, but . . . I picked up a Litespeed Classic ti back in 2002 with a 3x9 Ultegra group. Live it! Sadly this year the right brifter finally died beyond...
Forum: Touring
08-29-15, 06:31 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,714
Posted By grampa.sjb

Unless you will be totally away from towns, etc,...

Unless you will be totally away from towns, etc, you will seldom need one. If you want to take something along just to be safe drinking that ice cold stream water and can't use purification tablets,...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-28-15, 10:17 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,697
Posted By grampa.sjb

Mirazyme Odor Eliminator worked great on my...

Mirazyme Odor Eliminator worked great on my hiking shoes. Before soaking them for half an hour in the solution, they were exuding a horrible stench. After, they were completely smell-free.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-17-15, 08:55 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,559
Posted By grampa.sjb

Yup. I put on a new set of Gatorskins, and on the...

Yup. I put on a new set of Gatorskins, and on the first ride, got a staple through the center of the rear tire - a weird kind of "snakebite"!

I haven't had any flats since then, and overall I'm...
Forum: Touring
08-13-15, 08:16 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 27,759
Posted By grampa.sjb

I the B17 felt instantly perfect once I tipped...

I the B17 felt instantly perfect once I tipped the nose up above horizontal just a tiny bit. I think it might encourage my sit bones to stay towards the back of the saddle. At least give it a try...
Forum: Touring
08-13-15, 08:12 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,121
Posted By grampa.sjb

I've had my Disc Trucker for about six months,...

I've had my Disc Trucker for about six months, mostly on pavement, but significant dirt and gravel as well. It's the size you're looking at: 52 with 26" wheels. Although initially a bit concerned...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-03-15, 07:20 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,007
Posted By grampa.sjb

Don't reject drop handlebars because of fear of...

Don't reject drop handlebars because of fear of neck strain. Your neck may feel sore for the first week or so, but if the bike is set up well for you, this will be a very temporary experience.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-27-15, 01:52 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 6,642
Posted By grampa.sjb

I'm a grandfather, and "sjb" are my initials....

I'm a grandfather, and "sjb" are my initials. Simple, eh?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-27-15, 01:40 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,338
Posted By grampa.sjb

This is the best advice you'll get. In the end,...

This is the best advice you'll get. In the end, it's all about making your bike harder to steal than the other guy's bike, because ANY locking system can be overcome, and your only hope is to make...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-27-15, 01:37 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,952
Posted By grampa.sjb

One solution I've heard of, and occasionally...

One solution I've heard of, and occasionally tried with success is to use at least two different types of lock at the same time - a u-lock with a chain or cable (each locked separately). Again, it's...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-27-15, 01:30 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 918
Posted By grampa.sjb

The gel accentuates the stylish helmet hair look,...

The gel accentuates the stylish helmet hair look, which just makes me feel fabulous! :p
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-27-15, 01:28 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,560
Posted By grampa.sjb

I would not do this on a high pressure road tire,...

I would not do this on a high pressure road tire, but back when I was a young, poor mountain biker, I got a two inch cut on one of my knobby tires. After I got home, I took the tire off, and using a...
Forum: Touring
07-27-15, 01:17 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 13,710
Posted By grampa.sjb

The BB7s on my Surly Disc Trucker and my old...

The BB7s on my Surly Disc Trucker and my old Santa Cruz Blur have been a joy to use and maintain. I'd get them again without a second thought.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-14-15, 08:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 660
Posted By grampa.sjb

We have it all out here. The places you'll be can...

We have it all out here. The places you'll be can show you pretty much the full gamut of riding here, except for Sierra climbs and descents. You could bring all three and use each one. If you wanted...
Forum: Touring
07-09-15, 10:38 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,725
Posted By grampa.sjb

Nice job, Max - thanks!

Nice job, Max - thanks!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-29-15, 09:12 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,864
Posted By grampa.sjb

I don't shave my face, I don't shave my legs, I...

I don't shave my face, I don't shave my legs, I don't shave anything. And I'm a "Barber".
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-28-15, 09:39 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,732
Posted By grampa.sjb

I went with the Disc Trucker, since I live in...

I went with the Disc Trucker, since I live in California, and we have more than a couple long steep hills (not to say mountains) to climb and descend. I see disc brakes, even mechanical, as a clear...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-28-15, 09:33 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,513
Posted By grampa.sjb

Texas gets darn hot and the humidity is nothing...

Texas gets darn hot and the humidity is nothing to laugh at as well - You're gonna have to drink, so you can sweat, and you'll probably need some electrolytes in the water as well.

Regarding...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-12-15, 09:11 AM
Replies: 180
Views: 28,695
Posted By grampa.sjb

If you have to ride to the social event, and...

If you have to ride to the social event, and you're embarrassed to be seen there in lycra, just tuck a pair of lightweight baggy shorts in a jersey pocket. Once you arrive, slide the shorts on and...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-29-15, 10:24 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 640
Posted By grampa.sjb

Funny how that works!

Funny how that works!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-27-15, 07:46 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,943
Posted By grampa.sjb

Very few hard core felons drive around with bikes...

Very few hard core felons drive around with bikes on the back of their vehicles.
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