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Forum: Touring
11-21-12, 11:32 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,500
Posted By RepWI

I have known of this sale for weeks. REI sent me...

I have known of this sale for weeks. REI sent me a flyer. Are you a member?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-21-12, 08:13 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 2,661
Posted By RepWI

I am beginning to look at what I eat. I am lucky...

I am beginning to look at what I eat. I am lucky in that my wife of 29 years has always been aware of food choices as her dad passed at 38 years of age due to heart issues.

We have spent the...
Forum: Touring
07-08-12, 08:11 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 448
Posted By RepWI

Thanks for the comments Cyclebum. I will begin...

Thanks for the comments Cyclebum. I will begin planning my travels with confidence as a result.

Be safe out there.
Forum: Touring
07-06-12, 09:49 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 448
Posted By RepWI

Lead, South Dakota to Brookings, South Dakota...Advice needed, please.

I am thinking of of taking highway 34/14 to Brookings. Anybody ride that route and is it a pretty good road with shoulders? What about traffic and camping resources? I will be riding in mid to...
Forum: Touring
05-24-12, 09:01 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,027
Posted By RepWI

Soooo, you are beginning to buy bikes, eh? ...

Soooo, you are beginning to buy bikes, eh? remember N+1 is a standard. Good luck trying to break it. LOL.
Forum: Touring
05-20-12, 03:43 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,173
Posted By RepWI

You owe yourself and future cyclists a proper...

You owe yourself and future cyclists a proper response. Report the dog to the sheriff's dept. If the dog left the owners property it is in violation at lease in Wisconsin.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-13-12, 08:25 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,217
Posted By RepWI

I arranged a late afternoon lunch/dinner with my...

I arranged a late afternoon lunch/dinner with my wife, myself and our daughter at a place equally distanced between our homes. My wife misses her. (As I do as well BTW.)
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-13-12, 08:20 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,151
Posted By RepWI

You, and the people that love you are so lucky. ...

You, and the people that love you are so lucky. I also quit after a 38 year habit. I reacquainted myself with cycling, and now tour. I can do a fully loaded 100 mile day. Yet, would rather do the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-07-12, 05:44 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,428
Posted By RepWI

I appreciate the advice and did get from you...

I appreciate the advice and did get from you folks what I needed.

My LBS went out of business. It was a great shop but could not make it.

I will take it to another LBS and get advice and try a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-06-12, 08:21 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,428
Posted By RepWI

Figuring out the correct stem length

I have a Surly LHT touring bike. It has a stem stamped 5Nm on it. I would like to change it. I find I am too stretched out and would like the bars closer to my body.

I went to a couple of web...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-29-12, 06:51 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 860
Posted By RepWI

My thoughts are with you. It sounds like you had...

My thoughts are with you. It sounds like you had a very good relationship with him.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-22-12, 08:17 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 8,158
Posted By RepWI

Having been Fred for a long time now, where do I...

Having been Fred for a long time now, where do I enroll in grad school?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-21-12, 07:39 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,393
Posted By RepWI

I cannot imagine watching one you love suffer. ...

I cannot imagine watching one you love suffer. Good luck to the both of you.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-21-12, 07:42 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,709
Posted By RepWI

I would be careful of getting a single speed...

I would be careful of getting a single speed bike. The first time a slope is encountered and it becomes real work to get up that hill, the objections, maybe even unspoken begin.

Have her try a...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-20-12, 08:23 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 843
Posted By RepWI

TY Bill I have informed her of this site and do...

TY Bill
I have informed her of this site and do hope she shows up. Never know though. I did hear that her bike was in the shop but she did not know if it was set up yet. Yes, I will post some...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-20-12, 09:14 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,980
Posted By RepWI

When we are speaking with another person our...

When we are speaking with another person our brain takes in all of our gestures, voice tone, eye contacts etc. When on a cell phone our brains continue to search for those signals but of course...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-19-12, 08:17 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,980
Posted By RepWI

OK. What I am about to write is not intended to...

OK. What I am about to write is not intended to begin a flame war. When I was in the WI state legislature I co-sponsored proposed legislation that would ban cell phone use while driving.

This is...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-19-12, 07:21 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 843
Posted By RepWI

She went to college with a Schwinn hybrid. In...

She went to college with a Schwinn hybrid. In her third year or so she now loved off campus and began commuting and hauling groceries etc. She bought a classic Trek light touring bike. She and I...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-18-12, 09:18 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 843
Posted By RepWI

She is a lucky young woman. Nice.

She is a lucky young woman. Nice.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-17-12, 10:39 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 843
Posted By RepWI

I am so proud of my daughter

She is 23 years old, lives in Minneapolis and works for a non profit. She is very responsible and takes care of business.

She had her bike stolen last October and now that it is spring wanted a...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-17-12, 05:04 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 582
Posted By RepWI

Congratulations, you did and continue to do...

Congratulations, you did and continue to do something right. I quit smoking some five years ago after 38 years and life began to change for me. I am still not all that comfortable with th is aging...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-16-12, 09:17 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,313
Posted By RepWI

My thoughts are with you.

My thoughts are with you.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-08-12, 11:15 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,145
Posted By RepWI

Why not just run the strobe all the time? That's...

Why not just run the strobe all the time? That's what I do day or night.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-06-12, 06:35 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,599
Posted By RepWI

India Pale Ales are my favorite. I am a hop head...

India Pale Ales are my favorite. I am a hop head no doubt. I do not much care for Stouts and other darker beers, with an Amber ale getting as dark as I prefer.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-05-12, 06:40 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,599
Posted By RepWI

I play on-line backgammon with people from all...

I play on-line backgammon with people from all over the world. I serve on my local county board as a Supervisor, and, was just re-elected this week. I also brew my own beer.

244035
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-27-12, 09:36 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 5,197
Posted By RepWI

Being a liberal as well as an elected official, I...

Being a liberal as well as an elected official, I and my wife controlled our debt. House paid for, cars paid for in cash, children's post high school education at private colleges paid in cash. I...
Forum: Great Lakes
03-27-12, 08:38 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 668
Posted By RepWI

Porcupine Mountains - Circle rides

A good friend of mine is an old back packer. Twenty some years ago he and our partners camped in the Porkies. It was spring and we spent most of our time in the tents staying dry. We did it.
...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
03-17-12, 07:24 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 14,114
Posted By RepWI

I have two hobbies. Cycling and brewing my own...

I have two hobbies. Cycling and brewing my own beer. In my beer making life I use a thin line of a petroleum jelly type product to seal my beer kegs so they do not lose CO 2.

Some time ago I...
Forum: Touring
02-16-12, 07:07 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 982
Posted By RepWI

I like a jacket that can turn into a vest. I...

I like a jacket that can turn into a vest. I also like strobe lights for running in daylight.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
02-15-12, 11:32 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,043
Posted By RepWI

I run a 3 mode flashlight that is powered by an...

I run a 3 mode flashlight that is powered by an 18650 battery. I love the strobe and run it all day long. If out at night, I switch modes and am fine. I usually carry an extra battery as well.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-01-11, 08:35 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 925
Posted By RepWI

Congrats.... 40 years lurking and just waiting...

Congrats....
40 years lurking and just waiting for the right moment. Welcome back. I basically did the same thing and I no longer smoke and just got back from a 750 mile fully loaded tour.
Forum: Touring
08-31-11, 09:29 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 758
Posted By RepWI

I have. It worked fine for me but an issue is...

I have. It worked fine for me but an issue is contacting a potential host. Too often they do not respond.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-31-11, 08:17 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,117
Posted By RepWI

I have a PBSF. When I change the batteries I...

I have a PBSF. When I change the batteries I also do a bit of maintenance. I put a very light coat of petroleum jelly on the rubber seal. Seems to work for me.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-28-11, 07:08 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,119
Posted By RepWI

I use zip ties if I am able to add some...

I use zip ties if I am able to add some additional protection.
Forum: Touring
08-24-11, 09:12 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 11,375
Posted By RepWI

I do not know what you mean by, "beefy", and have...

I do not know what you mean by, "beefy", and have not used Arkels, but Ortliebs are very good. Do a search here and you will find many opinions and even some facts.
Forum: Touring
08-21-11, 06:04 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,098
Posted By RepWI

I use the Ortlieb Back Roller on the back. The...

I use the Ortlieb Back Roller on the back. The front low rider position has REI panniers hanging from it.

I use the rear for water proof needs and the front has some pockets.

BTW - Nylon bags...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-21-11, 02:45 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 498
Posted By RepWI

As I read some threads people discuss downloading...

As I read some threads people discuss downloading maps. Will a smart phone be able to do so if it has GPS capabilities?

Also, any down side to using a phone rather than a dedicated GPS system?
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-21-11, 08:00 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 498
Posted By RepWI

Multi Purpose - GPS, Music & Phone System?

Am beginning to think of, and researching, a GPS system for bike touring. I am wondering though if there is anything out there that would serve a number of purposes like music storage and phone in...
Forum: Touring
08-02-11, 05:59 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 460
Posted By RepWI

I am leaving tomorrow for a short ten day tour on...

I am leaving tomorrow for a short ten day tour on my Surly LHT. I love the bike and am happy to have it. I would though echo viffzer as well. The LHT is heavy and built to slog us through the day...
Forum: Great Lakes
07-31-11, 06:07 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,206
Posted By RepWI

I lived in Elroy back in 1976-78 when the trail...

I lived in Elroy back in 1976-78 when the trail was new and the first in the nation. Over the years I heard that various trails were combined. This is the first I have heard of a campground in...
Forum: Touring
07-30-11, 09:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 503
Posted By RepWI

I am am old politician and always believed I was...

I am am old politician and always believed I was in that business because I liked the people I represented. Well, now retired and enjoying touring, I find it is the people I enjoy the most. That's...
Forum: Touring
07-30-11, 09:16 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 4,279
Posted By RepWI

I tend to average 12 MPH no matter what the...

I tend to average 12 MPH no matter what the conditions are. That is just how I am dialed into touring I think, so, I don't fight it.

How far do I go? Well, it depends on what I want to do.

I...
Forum: Touring
07-27-11, 10:12 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,020
Posted By RepWI

You made me realize my 2010 LHT is now a seasoned...

You made me realize my 2010 LHT is now a seasoned ride for me. All dialed in and raring to go. Oh, I leave on Wednesday. Take me there, to MI my friend.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-27-11, 10:06 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 1,857
Posted By RepWI

But they are riding a bike.

But they are riding a bike.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
07-27-11, 10:03 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,612
Posted By RepWI

I also do not leave the drive without a mirror or...

I also do not leave the drive without a mirror or a headlight and tail light in working order. I am lucky. The last time a car hit me was in 1975. I am a bit nervous even now.

You will find we...
Forum: Great Lakes
07-27-11, 05:25 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,206
Posted By RepWI

You would ride the trail, then drive to Wildcat...

You would ride the trail, then drive to Wildcat Mountain, eh? That would be quite a ride on bike is some pretty hilly country.

Google the cities along the trail and you should be able to come up...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-27-11, 09:11 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,007
Posted By RepWI

Welcome to the forum. I am glad you appreciate...

Welcome to the forum. I am glad you appreciate the feedback you are getting here. The people here are very helpful.

The advice I would offer is make certain what type of riding you anticipate...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
07-25-11, 10:39 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,126
Posted By RepWI

The OP asked about bright lights and got some...

The OP asked about bright lights and got some really good info. I did not read the whole thread and maybe somebody already suggested a good visibility vest as well as the light.
Forum: Touring
07-20-11, 09:48 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,541
Posted By RepWI

I don't take it all. My list is comprehensive,...

I don't take it all. My list is comprehensive, one that I adapt to the tour and expected conditions. The touch up paint is not to go on tour, but rather a future purchase need.
Forum: Touring
07-20-11, 09:44 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,541
Posted By RepWI

I tend to add things I need in the future. I had...

I tend to add things I need in the future. I had a list and did not delete this item before posting. I also have a list of my tours that I keep on the list as well. I did delete those.
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