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Forum: Eastern Canada
07-02-22, 10:40 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 874
Posted By sprocketss

Camping or wild camping between Moncton NB and Montreal

Writing on behalf of a friend. Any suggestions for inexpensive campgrounds or is it advisable to wild camp for a day or two between the two cities?
Forum: Touring
10-03-21, 05:20 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,292
Posted By sprocketss

Dave - From "Three Wheel Journey" - Missed

Dave is the one who got me into bike touring and it is a very poignant story. Dave was documenting his journeys around America. Giving great tips along the way. I would feel I was riding along with...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-28-21, 12:44 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 544
Posted By sprocketss

Yes! that makes sense. I do doubt that the center...

Yes! that makes sense. I do doubt that the center pulls would fail but that indeed gives confidence putting it in the cart.
Thanks!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-28-21, 10:13 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 544
Posted By sprocketss

Center pull brakes safety post threaded through front fork mount

Center pull brakes safety post threaded through front fork mount. I believe this is a no go, I would like to buy this Fender set for my mountain bike. I have the old school center pull brakes which...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-23-21, 10:59 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 903
Posted By sprocketss

Brilliant, thanks HillRider!

Brilliant, thanks HillRider!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-23-21, 09:48 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 903
Posted By sprocketss

M5 X 12mm screws for bike rack/carrier

I need to buy screws to attach a to a mountain bike, (Mikyta Elevation 400). Is this the proper screw/thread size. I plan to go to my local hardware store.
Forum: Touring
05-21-20, 01:59 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 8,070
Posted By sprocketss

Thanks, now leaning towards a tent.

Thanks, now leaning towards a tent.
Forum: Touring
05-21-20, 01:58 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 8,070
Posted By sprocketss

Thanks for the great advice, happyfeet gave me a...

Thanks for the great advice, happyfeet gave me a nice link to equipment lists...
Forum: Touring
05-21-20, 01:56 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 8,070
Posted By sprocketss

Nope, beside the ridged frame Miyata Mountain...

Nope, beside the ridged frame Miyata Mountain Bike starting from scratch. Thanks for the valuable advice!
Forum: Touring
05-21-20, 01:50 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 8,070
Posted By sprocketss

Youtube vid on hammock as bivy......

Youtube vid on hammock as bivy... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0j54vMKGhiQ
Forum: Touring
05-21-20, 01:48 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 8,070
Posted By sprocketss

Ya, heard good things about hammocks tho I am...

Ya, heard good things about hammocks tho I am leaning towards a tent. Another up vote for a sleeping pad.



I like your ethics!
Forum: Touring
05-21-20, 01:39 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 8,070
Posted By sprocketss

Good advice

Good advice
Forum: Touring
05-21-20, 01:37 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 8,070
Posted By sprocketss

Hey veganbikes ya, I've heard good things about...

Hey veganbikes ya, I've heard good things about hammocks. There was a worker on the land where I work that spent the whole summer nights in a quiet grove of trees. Very serene...
Forum: Touring
05-21-20, 01:34 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 8,070
Posted By sprocketss

Thanks for the tips!

Thanks for the tips!
Forum: Touring
05-21-20, 01:28 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 8,070
Posted By sprocketss

Thanks for the reply, long story that I do not...

Thanks for the reply, long story that I do not want to go into right now. I use to have some sweet gear but I am now starting from scratch. First warm day in a while so I do not think I am missing...
Forum: Touring
05-21-20, 01:24 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 8,070
Posted By sprocketss

Thanks for the link!

Thanks for the link!
Forum: Touring
05-21-20, 01:22 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 8,070
Posted By sprocketss

Thanks for all the awesome and detailed replies....

Thanks for all the awesome and detailed replies. Leaning toward a tent, the reason I asked about a hammock, I have spoken to people that swear by them.
Forum: Touring
05-21-20, 03:05 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 8,070
Posted By sprocketss

Hammock or tent? Other essential gear for touring

Hi folks, getting back into bike touring after several years and need a refresher and a new gear list. I will just be staying around Nova Scotia this summer doing short tours so... hammock or tent......
Forum: Touring
02-14-16, 10:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 896
Posted By sprocketss

Often on "on ramps" in Arizona there is signage...

Often on "on ramps" in Arizona there is signage to indicate it is legal to ride a bike, but I agree, I am Bike Touring Damm it!!
Forum: Touring
02-12-16, 10:51 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 896
Posted By sprocketss

:thumb: Thanks so much for your reply, I...

:thumb:

Thanks so much for your reply, I used the Google Map Streetview to cruise both routes and I found no I10 signage that indicated it was legal to ride on that part of the Interstate. I am...
Forum: Touring
02-11-16, 02:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 896
Posted By sprocketss

Take I10 from Indio to Joshua Tree NP South Entrance

I have been Google mapping my ride from Indio, Ca to Cottonwood Campground in Joshua Tree National Park. I am looking to cut down on the time it takes, if I take the offered route, it takes a a...
Forum: Touring
01-13-16, 02:58 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,342
Posted By sprocketss

Good to know, thanks for the tip

Good to know, thanks for the tip
Forum: Touring
01-13-16, 02:56 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,342
Posted By sprocketss

Good to know others have gone the soft shell route

Good to know others have gone the soft shell route
Forum: Touring
01-11-16, 02:55 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,342
Posted By sprocketss

Thanks, that would answer my question, I am...

Thanks, that would answer my question, I am flying Delta.
Forum: Touring
01-10-16, 04:30 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,342
Posted By sprocketss

Fly bike back in soft shell case?

I will pack the bike in the soft shell bike transport bag inside a bike box for the start of my tour, to make sure it arrives in one piece, (the soft shell bag folds up so it can be transported on my...
Forum: Touring
01-05-16, 05:06 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 457
Posted By sprocketss

Florida Group Ride with "Rails to Trails Conservancy" Miami to Everglades

For those in the Florida area February 29th to March 3rd and interested in a supported group ride with the "Rails to Trails Conservancy".

Rails-to-Trails Conservancy Florida Rail-Trail Sojourn:...
Forum: Touring
12-24-15, 01:49 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 6,875
Posted By sprocketss

The JMT looks awesome, (I had never heard of it),...

The JMT looks awesome, (I had never heard of it), how many miles do you intend?
Forum: Touring
12-24-15, 01:44 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,159
Posted By sprocketss

Thanks for the suggestion but I am concerned...

Thanks for the suggestion but I am concerned about the current negative feedback on the Google Play store.
Forum: Touring
12-24-15, 01:40 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,159
Posted By sprocketss

Thanks, great catch, checking it out.

Thanks, great catch, checking it out.
Forum: Touring
12-19-15, 04:54 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,159
Posted By sprocketss

I am being my normal irrasable and irrational...

I am being my normal irrasable and irrational self when it comes to what I see as overpriced subscriptions, but you are right, I can rent the service when I am touring.

Thanks for pointing out...
Forum: Touring
12-19-15, 07:46 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,159
Posted By sprocketss

Android app for route planning and off-line maps?

So I perused the forums and it seems Ride with GPS, Stratus and Map My Ride Are some of the obvious favorites. I've started work with both the android and Windows interfaces of the named Apps, and I...
Forum: Touring
12-16-15, 03:01 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,633
Posted By sprocketss

Thanks for your suggestion, another great site to...

Thanks for your suggestion, another great site to check free or cheap camping sites is called https://freecampsites.net/

Cheers
Forum: Touring
12-16-15, 02:59 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,633
Posted By sprocketss

Chris, thanks for the link to the pdf, sussing...

Chris, thanks for the link to the pdf, sussing the myriad of options from afar has been a challenge for me, esp. taking in consideration the rules and regs, since I will have to take a bike and what...
Forum: Touring
12-16-15, 12:43 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,946
Posted By sprocketss

Nice travel log of your Pacific Tour, I am going...

Nice travel log of your Pacific Tour, I am going to bike to Joshua Tree from San Bernardino, seems a sane alternative.
Forum: Touring
12-16-15, 12:25 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,633
Posted By sprocketss

Thanks for the tip! Joshua Tree will...

Thanks for the tip!



Joshua Tree will be a highlight of my tour and I intend to spend a couple of days there exploring. Thanks for pointing out Cottonwoods campground.



I have already...
Forum: Touring
12-15-15, 05:51 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,633
Posted By sprocketss

Pacific coast run, am I making sense... Questions Question Questions

So couple of questions, I am now firming up my plans for the Pacific coast ride of my Southwest trip. What makes most sense to me is to take the Amtrak from Los Angeles to San Diego after visiting a...
Forum: Touring
12-11-15, 10:17 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,679
Posted By sprocketss

Well, I have lived and biked in many big cities,...

Well, I have lived and biked in many big cities, so I feel I am "situationally aware", it's more leaving my gear unattended is where I have no experience.
Forum: Touring
12-11-15, 09:58 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,679
Posted By sprocketss

Many different approaches, I myself am somewhat...

Many different approaches, I myself am somewhat relaxed about my gear, it but I do feel I must be "situationally aware". I have a kryptonite lock I am loath to bring as it weighs a ton.

The lock...
Forum: Touring
12-10-15, 05:41 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,679
Posted By sprocketss

Securing your bike and gear while shopping and exploring

Can someone comment on leaving your "locked" bike, loaded down with panniers with all your worldly possessions while doing a run to Walmart or whatever, and how respectful are people of your...
Forum: Touring
12-09-15, 01:45 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 966
Posted By sprocketss

No, I own an Alps Mountaineering Featherlite so a...

No, I own an Alps Mountaineering Featherlite so a "R: value of 1
Forum: Touring
12-08-15, 05:58 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 966
Posted By sprocketss

My thinking exactly, either inexpensive fleece or...

My thinking exactly, either inexpensive fleece or merino wool.
Forum: Touring
12-08-15, 05:37 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 966
Posted By sprocketss

James, seems Poly Pro is out, I am still figuring...

James, seems Poly Pro is out, I am still figuring out best option to layer, I am now focusing on merino wool or fleece as a mid layer.
Forum: Touring
12-08-15, 05:36 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 966
Posted By sprocketss

Seems a good site, bookmarked.

Seems a good site, bookmarked.
Forum: Touring
12-08-15, 05:26 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 966
Posted By sprocketss

Tim, what you are saying makes sense. Thanks,

Tim, what you are saying makes sense. Thanks,
Forum: Touring
12-08-15, 02:55 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 966
Posted By sprocketss

Tim, thanks for the link, yes, it is a better...

Tim, thanks for the link, yes, it is a better deal. But are they long underwear? Which is fine, as I am looking to create a set of clothes that I can layer for all types of weather.



Thanks for...
Forum: Touring
12-08-15, 03:32 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 966
Posted By sprocketss

PolyPro Fleece Lined Crewneck and Pants

Hey Guys, will this do for thermal underwear? PolyPRO Fleece Lined Crewneck and Pants (http://www.militarythermals.com/PolyPRO-Fleece-Lined-Crewneck-and-Pants_p_19.html)
Forum: Touring
12-07-15, 02:07 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,946
Posted By sprocketss

Thanks Steve, I have been giving it some thought.

Thanks Steve, I have been giving it some thought.
Forum: Touring
12-07-15, 02:42 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,946
Posted By sprocketss

Steve, I will be in the area's late February,...

Steve, I will be in the area's late February, early March. Put in the mix an El Nino year and I am trying to prepare and dress for every eventuality.
Forum: Touring
12-06-15, 03:49 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,946
Posted By sprocketss

Besides visiting my friend in LA everything is...

Besides visiting my friend in LA everything is fluid, several things come to mind tho, while I am now in training for the tour, I assume the conditions when you are on the road are just that more...
Forum: Touring
12-06-15, 03:37 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,946
Posted By sprocketss

Thanks, I will look into it

Thanks, I will look into it
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