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Forum: Touring
08-29-15, 06:13 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,877
Posted By SlowAndSlower

I have used only Shimano SPD sandals for touring...

I have used only Shimano SPD sandals for touring since late 1990's. I wear socks with them and depending on the weather lightweight bike socks and heavier socks up to SealSkinz's. After a rain or...
Forum: Touring
08-14-15, 06:56 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 13,180
Posted By SlowAndSlower

A bit later in the 80's I bought myself a brand...

A bit later in the 80's I bought myself a brand spanking new Fuji America that came stock with the SunTour barcons. Think I still have the cable housing laying around some where.
My son still has...
Forum: Touring
08-14-15, 06:46 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 15,946
Posted By SlowAndSlower

I rode with a rider on the Trans Am that had the...

I rode with a rider on the Trans Am that had the Da Brim sport model. We both were Bruce Gordon R&R DF bikes. I have since bought one and wear it all the time here in AZ riding my SOMA Stanyan DF....
Forum: Touring
08-13-15, 12:56 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 13,180
Posted By SlowAndSlower

Bar ends. Speaking of which the newest Shimano 10...

Bar ends. Speaking of which the newest Shimano 10 speed bar ends seem to have dropped friction mode.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-01-15, 03:17 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,312
Posted By SlowAndSlower

I wear a loose long sleeve jersey and a Da Brim...

I wear a loose long sleeve jersey and a Da Brim on the helmet. It seems to be a good combination and I don't need to use any sun block. I ride with bare legs, no sun block, though.

I do...
Forum: Touring
07-31-15, 01:37 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,384
Posted By SlowAndSlower

I believe you have a Team Pro and has very...

I believe you have a Team Pro and has very distinct shape from the B-17. The Professional Select has the three holes in the top like the B-17 and the very large copper rivets like the Team Pro. Much...
Forum: Touring
07-31-15, 10:47 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,384
Posted By SlowAndSlower

Just curious as you have mention your "Brooks...

Just curious as you have mention your "Brooks Professional" often. Is it similar to a B-17 but heavier leather? IIRC they were only made for a short period of time circa 1980.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-31-15, 09:58 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,808
Posted By SlowAndSlower

Realize this is an older thread but found it in...

Realize this is an older thread but found it in my search to confirm what I found fixing my 6703 left shifter after it jammed up on the large chain ring.

I did the remove and flush with WD-40 to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-01-15, 08:37 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,032
Posted By SlowAndSlower

Older version.

Older version.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-15, 09:34 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,108
Posted By SlowAndSlower

Two spare tubes. One tire lever. Three CO2...

Two spare tubes. One tire lever. Three CO2 cartriges and inflator. Cell phone.
Forum: Touring
05-28-15, 10:11 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,900
Posted By SlowAndSlower

I try to avoid these pitfalls by trying to verify...

I try to avoid these pitfalls by trying to verify the route with Earth/Satellite views and hopefully Street view.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-28-15, 09:42 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,032
Posted By SlowAndSlower

454293I have a 06 TJ Rubicon and use the Thule...

454293I have a 06 TJ Rubicon and use the Thule spare tire mount to haul my bikes around on. I hauled my Bruce Gordon 12 hour to New Mexico and back with zero issues.
Readily open and close tail...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-27-15, 09:22 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,014
Posted By SlowAndSlower

+1 DA Brim. Not good in high gusting winds...

+1 DA Brim. Not good in high gusting winds though.Even sport model is not to be worn in those conditions.
Forum: Touring
05-27-15, 09:09 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 750
Posted By SlowAndSlower

+1 replaced older version cradle when it broke...

+1 replaced older version cradle when it broke with newer version. Extremely helpful.
Forum: Touring
05-17-15, 08:32 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,309
Posted By SlowAndSlower

Personally I am in the process of moving from...

Personally I am in the process of moving from Ultegra STI 9 spd to Ultegra STI 10 spd with an XT RD and as soon as I can get a 12- 36 Cassette
.Why? I like the shorter 10 spd throw and closer...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-10-15, 03:17 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,958
Posted By SlowAndSlower

Nothing like biking in Arizona at daylight,...

Nothing like biking in Arizona at daylight, awesome.
Most likely you are going to be shouting at some poor landscaper or carwash worker that will not understand anything you say. He is just trying...
Forum: Touring
05-06-15, 10:05 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,712
Posted By SlowAndSlower

Today I loaded up the bike at 70 pounds wet for a...

Today I loaded up the bike at 70 pounds wet for a 44 ride in preparation for a short tour next week. I had a dead battery pack and I stuck it on the Luxos USB port. When I came back the battery pack...
Forum: Touring
05-06-15, 09:54 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,712
Posted By SlowAndSlower

The Shimano dynamo hub is is not too bad of a...

The Shimano dynamo hub is is not too bad of a price ~$100. I bought it after buying a SON28 for more than twice the price of the Shimano. The SON28 just doesn't deliver twice the performance for me....
Forum: Touring
05-06-15, 09:47 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,712
Posted By SlowAndSlower

This is what I am finding out too, the USB...

This is what I am finding out too, the USB charging is not great, maybe I should say its poor. But I do like the lamp, the main reason I bought it. USB was sort a bonus but not a great one on the...
Forum: Touring
05-06-15, 01:27 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,712
Posted By SlowAndSlower

Thanks for the info. I'll look into you...

Thanks for the info. I'll look into you suggestions.
Forum: Touring
05-05-15, 03:58 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,712
Posted By SlowAndSlower

That is so awesome!

That is so awesome!
Forum: Touring
05-05-15, 01:53 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,712
Posted By SlowAndSlower

PortaPow and USB Hub dynamo charging

On the touring bike I have a Shimano dynamo hub and a B&M Luxos U Headlight with an USB output port.
I have these devices using batteries or needing recharged daily;


Garmin Vista HCx which is...
Forum: Touring
05-03-15, 08:20 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 7,910
Posted By SlowAndSlower

Your bucket list needs updating. You are missing...

Your bucket list needs updating. You are missing all that "other gender scenery" and "socializing with the ancients."
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-30-15, 09:22 AM
Replies: 1,089
Views: 1,658,843
Posted By SlowAndSlower

I feel far more safer in the street/road then on...

I feel far more safer in the street/road then on a sidewalk or MUP in urban areas. When I do use the sidewalk or MUP its because of bad engineering and the lack of bicycling consideration in traffic...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-28-15, 10:59 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,275
Posted By SlowAndSlower

Yes that's what the dermatologist recommend and...

Yes that's what the dermatologist recommend and specifically recommend not to use Neosporin to prevent infection. But that does not prevent me from scaring after numerous removal of basal and...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-28-15, 10:28 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,118
Posted By SlowAndSlower

After putting a lot of miles on the touring bike...

After putting a lot of miles on the touring bike in prep for a short tour I took the CF out for a 40+ mile ride yesterday and had a kick. About half the weight of the touring bike.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-27-15, 10:22 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 15,430
Posted By SlowAndSlower

Dumonde lite lube really becomes a big black mess...

Dumonde lite lube really becomes a big black mess if I don't wipe the chain down after every ride. If I do it s not too bad and gets cleaner as time goes on, until I lube again.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-27-15, 10:02 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 655
Posted By SlowAndSlower

I am presently using on A719 rims Continental...

I am presently using on A719 rims Continental Gator Hard Shell 32 mm folders rated to 90 psi. However I would suggest 32 mm Continental Gator Skins which I believe would be easier to mount than the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-26-15, 07:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 655
Posted By SlowAndSlower

Since you have the Plus you could try the Kool...

Since you have the Plus you could try the Kool Stop tire bead jack (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jtbT8EOgtKM) and see if that helps your situation first.
Forum: Touring
04-26-15, 07:42 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 7,910
Posted By SlowAndSlower

I had someone mention in an email that "RAGBRAI...

I had someone mention in an email that "RAGBRAI was too regimented for them". I remembered this thread and especially all the negative responses from those who have never done the ride.
Well all the...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-26-15, 12:24 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,418
Posted By SlowAndSlower

Understand Shouldice (http://www.shouldice.com/)...

Understand Shouldice (http://www.shouldice.com/) is an expert at this.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-26-15, 12:18 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,465
Posted By SlowAndSlower

Come on now! I live here in the desert too and...

Come on now! I live here in the desert too and will not ride when the wind kicks the dust up. Something called valley fever out there. Then there was the time the wind blew me off the road in Kansas....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-23-15, 02:05 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,171
Posted By SlowAndSlower

I believe the secret for the B-17 is it being...

I believe the secret for the B-17 is it being level with or below the handlebar and the nose tipped up so you naturally slip back on the saddle over where the sit bones are intended to be on that...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-13-15, 11:00 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,492
Posted By SlowAndSlower

Well I do it as general check of the wheels...

Well I do it as general check of the wheels before heading out.
If a tire is lower then I expect it to be I will check for wires and such for slow leaks.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-11-15, 09:46 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 658
Posted By SlowAndSlower

Shimagnolo Thanks for the info. My Stanyan will...

Shimagnolo Thanks for the info. My Stanyan will only take 32's without fenders which is why I asked.

I don't have any issues shifting the Ultegra FD on the 48 ring. I have a 9s Triple Ultregra STI...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-11-15, 09:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 658
Posted By SlowAndSlower

Similar but using a road triple crank set...

Similar but using a road triple crank set (48-38-24) so I can get away using a road triple FD. The bike is a SOMA Stanyan (black).

BTW what is your water bottle set up on the fork? Also can you...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-11-15, 08:57 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 658
Posted By SlowAndSlower

I am using an older Ultegra crank arms with TA...

I am using an older Ultegra crank arms with TA 48-38-24 chain rings. Also using an Ultegra FD. Currently have a 11-30 10s cassette.
The bike is my SOMA Stanyan
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-10-15, 06:06 PM
Replies: 3,858
Sticky 65-85+ Thread
Views: 668,112
Posted By SlowAndSlower

I have that problem too. No Litespeed, just my...

I have that problem too. No Litespeed, just my SOMA. What I do is yank out the touring bike at 30+ lbs for a ride. Puts everything back in perspective.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-10-15, 05:40 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,059
Posted By SlowAndSlower

Being a prostate cancer survivor for 15 years and...

Being a prostate cancer survivor for 15 years and now 77 I can only advise "don't ignore it" and see an Urologist. If you have to have something done, really study hard your options and especially...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-10-15, 04:54 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,225
Posted By SlowAndSlower

I went with Ray Ban RB 4124 frames...

I went with Ray Ban RB 4124 frames (http://colorviper.ecrater.com/p/4744004/ray-ban-rb-4124-sunglass-black) which fit close to the face and warp around with good peripheral vision. They have Varilux...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-10-15, 03:46 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 17,634
Posted By SlowAndSlower

Ironically I went looking for JTek to see if they...

Ironically I went looking for JTek to see if they had a solution in the works for STI to XT MTB. I do have a #2 (http://www.bikeforums.net/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=2) Shiftmate if anyone...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-10-15, 03:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 658
Posted By SlowAndSlower

Shimano 10s STI with XT 9s RD and a XT 10s MTB cassette doable?

I am pondering using 10s Ultegra STI , 9s XT RD and a 10s XT cassette. I am wondering what issues would I be faced with if it is even doable.
Forum: Touring
04-10-15, 02:57 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 6,725
Posted By SlowAndSlower

I have a Kelty Salida 2...

I have a Kelty Salida 2 (http://www.rei.com/product/819973/kelty-salida-2-tent) which is freestanding and the fly "mostly" stays off the netting without staking out. Weight wise (about 4.2 lbs)...
Forum: Touring
04-08-15, 05:19 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,955
Posted By SlowAndSlower

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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-08-15, 09:32 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 14,330
Posted By SlowAndSlower

I ride Mavic 20-20 and 18-20 bladed spoke wheels...

I ride Mavic 20-20 and 18-20 bladed spoke wheels at 230+ without any problems. On the other hand I don't think I would be comfortable on anything less than a 32 hole wheel using normal round spokes.
Forum: Touring
04-08-15, 08:50 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,955
Posted By SlowAndSlower

I would suspect so. especially if you have...

I would suspect so. especially if you have cantilever bosses. MT-4000SF | MINOURA JAPAN (http://www.minoura.jp/english/rack/front/mt-4000sf.html)
Forum: Road Cycling
04-07-15, 10:32 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 13,423
Posted By SlowAndSlower

Wow what a nice old Fuji America, an older one at...

Wow what a nice old Fuji America, an older one at that. Looks all original too. I had one I bought new circa 1980 and another much later. And I still have one that I had some frame work done...
Forum: Touring
03-22-15, 06:20 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,918
Posted By SlowAndSlower

By main hobby was backpacking and every summer I...

By main hobby was backpacking and every summer I would take a one to two weeks backpacking in the Rockies. Around 35 I needed to prepare for those trips doing something besides weekend hikes. So I...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-03-15, 12:55 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 8,239
Posted By SlowAndSlower

+1 I have a 2010 SOMA Stanyan which is my go to...

+1 I have a 2010 SOMA Stanyan which is my go to bike.

437290
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-02-15, 05:28 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,821
Posted By SlowAndSlower

I drove over the Going To The Sun Road this last...

I drove over the Going To The Sun Road this last summer, both ways, and starting at about Rising Sun campground going west towards the pass for a few miles was road construction with a gravel road...
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