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Forum: Touring
03-31-24, 08:17 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 986
Posted By chief9245

"Keep the Lonely Places Lonely" ...

"Keep the Lonely Places Lonely"
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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-25-24, 06:35 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 485
Posted By chief9245

Sure. I don't know about you, but I'm 58 and have...

Sure. I don't know about you, but I'm 58 and have tried every saddle under the sun, literally thousands of dollars, and still had saddle sores. I'd been fitted at different shops all to no avail....
Forum: Touring
03-25-24, 05:42 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,123
Posted By chief9245

I just wrapped up a 10,520 mile perimeter tour of...

I just wrapped up a 10,520 mile perimeter tour of the US. Here's a list of parts replaced during that time to give you an idea.
Brakes - 3 sets. Going through the Adirondacks, Rockies, and Cascades...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-25-24, 04:44 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 485
Posted By chief9245

I just wrapped up a 10,500 mile tour around the...

I just wrapped up a 10,500 mile tour around the US perimeter and used the WTB Byways on a 650b wheelset, 3 sets actually. I went through all the terrain you're talking about and they were awesome,...
Forum: Touring
01-27-24, 12:11 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 8,699
Posted By chief9245

The most incredible, beautiful road in America,...

The most incredible, beautiful road in America, in my opinion. Start at Cannon beach in Oregon and go all the way to Chula Vista. It's a good 30 days and over 100,000 feet of climbing. A truly epic...
Forum: Touring
01-27-24, 11:51 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 8,699
Posted By chief9245

It was worth every painful mile; the views were...

It was worth every painful mile; the views were indescribable and the people I met were amazing. Plus, camping along the PCH is a breeze and probably the most affordable with the hiker/biker sites. I...
Forum: Touring
01-27-24, 09:58 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 8,699
Posted By chief9245

There's roads in California off the PCH that just...

There's roads in California off the PCH that just wind through the mountains for miles and miles. Going through the Santa Ynez to get back to the coast was no joke. Some grades through the Cascades...
Forum: Touring
01-27-24, 09:13 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 8,699
Posted By chief9245

I thought I responded to this, must have been a...

I thought I responded to this, must have been a different thread. I went through three chains. Cassette needs to be changed out now, that was a 10-42 SRAM XG-1150 and the chainring was a 38t...
Forum: Touring
01-23-24, 08:58 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 13,767
Posted By chief9245

Yes we do! It's great to go on these forums and...

Yes we do! It's great to go on these forums and get everyone's perspective too. This was my first tour and I got a lot of great info from everyone on the site, and what a hell of an experience!. I...
Forum: Touring
01-23-24, 06:04 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 13,767
Posted By chief9245

The biggest issue with the Hurricanes were they...

The biggest issue with the Hurricanes were they were too wide and too thin. I ended up getting turned around in the middle of the desert in New Mexico and getting a good 300-400 goatheads in each of...
Forum: Touring
01-22-24, 07:50 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 13,767
Posted By chief9245

You're the best dj!

You're the best dj!
Forum: Touring
01-22-24, 07:44 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 13,767
Posted By chief9245

Shifter cable was an issue before I left, finally...

Shifter cable was an issue before I left, finally resolved it after 6,000ish miles. Brakes were mostly due to the mountains. Put a new set in right before the Cascades and had to replace them after....
Forum: Touring
01-22-24, 07:15 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 13,767
Posted By chief9245

I really hate to plug myself, but when I got home...

I really hate to plug myself, but when I got home I got super depressed. Being on the road for so long became a way of life that I absolutely fell in love with, but couldn't maintain due to family...
Forum: Touring
01-22-24, 07:03 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 13,767
Posted By chief9245

I went through three chains, three sets of brake...

I went through three chains, three sets of brake pads, two shifter cables, a pair of shoes(!), two pressit bb's., and 4 sets of tires. The chainring I have is a Wolftooth 38t and it still looks as...
Forum: Touring
01-22-24, 06:59 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 13,767
Posted By chief9245

I just wiped it down and maintained the...

I just wiped it down and maintained the drivetrain daily, nothing special. Maybe with my high rate of speed, a good sustained 13-14mph, the dirt just blew off? Ha! Actually, I never rode in the rain...
Forum: Touring
01-22-24, 06:51 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 13,767
Posted By chief9245

Wheels Mfg makes a bb just for that purpose. Of...

Wheels Mfg makes a bb just for that purpose. Of course you need they're special wrenches or sockets, but once installed you'll never deal with it again. Cheapest I found was $110. ...
Forum: Touring
01-22-24, 06:38 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 13,767
Posted By chief9245

It would have been nice to have a 46 but the 42...

It would have been nice to have a 46 but the 42 gave me a better than 1 to 1 and it worked well. Yes, I constantly cleaned it, especially the drivetrain. I'm OCD like that, plus it shows any problems...
Forum: Touring
01-18-24, 06:26 PM
Replies: 158
Views: 9,004
Posted By chief9245

I picked up the 5 liter packs. I love the...

I picked up the 5 liter packs. I love the Apiduras on the front but the Tailfins go on and come off so easy. Those are for the next trip!
Forum: Touring
01-18-24, 06:11 PM
Replies: 158
Views: 9,004
Posted By chief9245

December 2022 a cold front went all the way to...

December 2022 a cold front went all the way to the gulf coast. Right before Christmas, and it lasted for five days with temps averaging in the 20's. My gear was good for about 28 degrees, sleeping....
Forum: Touring
01-18-24, 05:52 PM
Replies: 158
Views: 9,004
Posted By chief9245

I like the setup, it looks really comfortable....

I like the setup, it looks really comfortable. The gray bag setup looks really manageable. And who doesn't like a Surly? Beautiful machines. How do you like the Brooks saddle? I was plagued with...
Forum: Touring
01-18-24, 05:45 PM
Replies: 158
Views: 9,004
Posted By chief9245

I left Massachusetts in the beginning of May and...

I left Massachusetts in the beginning of May and I decided not to bring a warm jacket, I had it planned out where wherever I was it was not below 60ish. I had a Search and State jacket and an Assos...
Forum: Touring
01-18-24, 05:39 PM
Replies: 158
Views: 9,004
Posted By chief9245

In the Northwest; Montana and Washington, and...

In the Northwest; Montana and Washington, and parts of Oregon, bears are prevalent and it's pretty much standard issue to carry. Although having it close by when tenting, never felt really secure...
Forum: Touring
01-18-24, 12:15 PM
Replies: 158
Views: 9,004
Posted By chief9245

Here's a rundown of my setup R/F fork - 5...

Here's a rundown of my setup

R/F fork - 5 liter Apidura - Stove and fuel, Benchmade knife attached to outside
L/F for k - 5 liter Apidura - First aid kit, Sea to Summit sleeping pad
Handlebar...
Forum: Touring
01-18-24, 11:50 AM
Replies: 158
Views: 9,004
Posted By chief9245

I took two years to prep for my tour, so I had...

I took two years to prep for my tour, so I had time to accumulate the lightest and best gear I could find. Price was no object as I knew I was going to be on the road for 323 days and my life...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-18-24, 09:24 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 158
Posted By chief9245

Compatible Crankset for Bombtrack Arise

Hi everyone. Out of all the components on bikes, cranksets and bottom brackets are the most confusing. It would be nice if there was some type of single standard but that'll never happen. I have a...
Forum: Touring
01-18-24, 07:18 AM
Replies: 158
Views: 9,004
Posted By chief9245

Yes, Tailfin works. No squeaks, no rattles, you...

Yes, Tailfin works. No squeaks, no rattles, you don't even know it's there. The Aeropack is a great piece of kit. Only issue I had was the thru axle rounded out and snapped on one side, had to have a...
Forum: Touring
01-17-24, 10:43 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 13,767
Posted By chief9245

DJB, The gear definitely helped, and I went as...

DJB,
The gear definitely helped, and I went as minimalist as possible, at least I think I did. I wouldn't say I'm that strong, just strong willed. That's why I originally said, it's an almost...
Forum: Touring
01-17-24, 10:13 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 13,767
Posted By chief9245

My bad Yan, that was the Cascades. Through the...

My bad Yan, that was the Cascades. Through the Rockies I came in through East Glacier and the Marias pass. Went through Glacier National Park, Whitefish , ,Kalispell, Libby, Sandpoint, etc. That was...
Forum: Touring
01-17-24, 10:00 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 13,767
Posted By chief9245

Hi Yan, Went through Sherman pass, Wauconda...

Hi Yan,
Went through Sherman pass, Wauconda pass, Loup Loup pass, Washington pass, and finished up with Rainy Pass. Was one of the most amazing rides of my life. So stunningly beautiful....
Forum: Touring
01-17-24, 10:07 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 13,767
Posted By chief9245

Of course you can tour on a 1x. You can tour on a...

Of course you can tour on a 1x. You can tour on a tricycle if you want. I just did a 10,520 perimeter tour of the US on a Bombtrack Hook EXT_C gravel bike running 1x11 with a 10-42 cassette and a 38...
Forum: Touring
01-17-24, 09:18 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 8,699
Posted By chief9245

There's no right answer to this. There's way too...

There's no right answer to this. There's way too many variables. You have to figure it out yourself what works best. What type of fitness do you have? Do you have a lot of hills where you live or...
Forum: Touring
01-17-24, 08:49 AM
Replies: 158
Views: 9,004
Posted By chief9245

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_0408_1d61acaa85ed5d1932be41542657e47ab3b0e1bd.jpg...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-22-23, 08:06 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,013
Posted By chief9245

Tires will make you crazy, and at todays prices...

Tires will make you crazy, and at todays prices it can get expensive to get right. You'll never find the perfect tire but there are some that hit almost every box. Half the recommendations I see are...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-17-23, 07:38 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 5,147
Posted By chief9245

I just finished up a 10,520 mile perimeter tour...

I just finished up a 10,520 mile perimeter tour of the US on a Bombtrack Hook EXT-C running a 1x with a 10-42 cassette and a 38 tooth chainring and 650b wheels with 47mm WTB Byways.I went through...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-17-23, 07:14 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 875
Posted By chief9245

They make cages just for that purpose. I use the...

They make cages just for that purpose. I use the Arundel side loaders. Work well with my Apidura frame bag.
Forum: Touring
11-17-23, 06:50 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 6,738
Posted By chief9245

Definitely my Infinity seat. What a game changer....

Definitely my Infinity seat. What a game changer. No need to wear padded shorts, actually not recommended with this seat. I did a 10,520 mile perimeter tour of the US last year and this made it so...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-02-23, 06:39 AM
Replies: 1,978
Views: 433,925
Posted By chief9245

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_20221006_155040279_5671e07e598c3065680a21a42b4c62d006413604.jpg
I miss California
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-02-23, 05:47 AM
Replies: 5,455
Views: 3,885,567
Posted By chief9245

I had the same bike years ago. Always regret...

I had the same bike years ago. Always regret getting rid of it. Nice setup! I went 1x too.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-02-23, 05:43 AM
Replies: 5,455
Views: 3,885,567
Posted By chief9245

Yeah, it was quite the trip. I was lucky enough...

Yeah, it was quite the trip. I was lucky enough to retire early, age 56, February of last year. I could have done the entire perimeter in less than six months but I didn’t ride in the rain, and I...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-31-23, 11:31 AM
Replies: 5,455
Views: 3,885,567
Posted By chief9245

yes, but the opposite direction.

yes, but the opposite direction.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-30-23, 05:43 AM
Replies: 5,455
Views: 3,885,567
Posted By chief9245

Used my Bombtrack Hook EXT-C for a perimeter tour...

Used my Bombtrack Hook EXT-C for a perimeter tour of the US. Left May 9, 2022 and after 10,520 miles got home March 28, 2023. Running a 1x 38t chainring with a 10-42 cassttte. Was perfect. And when...
Forum: Touring
07-15-23, 08:14 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,452
Posted By chief9245

Same with the overlook at Tillamook. I googled...

Same with the overlook at Tillamook. I googled Tillamook and what came up was the exact same picture. And I thought I had that one in a million shot!
Forum: Touring
07-15-23, 08:04 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,452
Posted By chief9245

Of course, sealant definitely works and is more...

Of course, sealant definitely works and is more than likely the best solution. Same with wireless shifting and hydraulic disc brakes when it comes to going and stopping Running tubes before my tour,...
Forum: Touring
07-15-23, 07:30 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,452
Posted By chief9245

Damn, that's a hefty tube. I just used the run of...

Damn, that's a hefty tube. I just used the run of the mill Walmart ones, Goodyear I think. Finding a bike shop at times was impossible, finding a Walmart was easy. Plus patch kits. I can't tell you...
Forum: Touring
07-15-23, 07:14 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,452
Posted By chief9245

Yep it does. I reuse to go tubeless and I don't...

Yep it does. I reuse to go tubeless and I don't know why. I must be a glutton for punishment, although I can change a flat in record time with the best of them now.
Forum: Touring
07-15-23, 07:11 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,452
Posted By chief9245

It probably is an issue, but I didn't go over...

It probably is an issue, but I didn't go over 30mph. I was touring solo and didn't want to take any chances so I kept my speeds below 30. They say add 6oz, I'm sure it has an effect at speed, physics...
Forum: Touring
07-15-23, 07:00 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,452
Posted By chief9245

I had a lot of wire debris in Texas. I did the...

I had a lot of wire debris in Texas. I did the same, every now and then pull over and give them a good cleaning. It really was nice having a 47mm tire on a 650b rim, but because of the larger contact...
Forum: Touring
07-15-23, 06:27 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,452
Posted By chief9245

I've heard that you can cut a slit and put a...

I've heard that you can cut a slit and put a patch over it. I wouldn't trust it but I can see why if you don't have removable cores in the tube. On my tour I never worried about flats until NM. From...
Forum: Touring
07-14-23, 06:29 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,452
Posted By chief9245

I would imagine you could. Because those goathead...

I would imagine you could. Because those goathead thorns were everywhere, all the places I went to sold Slime. I don't see why the orange seal wouldn't. You have to make sure you have the removable...
Forum: Touring
07-14-23, 05:59 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,452
Posted By chief9245

I'm not tubeless either. I constantly change out...

I'm not tubeless either. I constantly change out my tires, from gravel to road to more technical stuff. Dealing with the sealant just wouldn't work for me. They make a version of Slime for bike...
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