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Forum: Pacific Northwest
07-05-11, 09:58 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,638
Posted By TBatty

I've done STP as a two day twice, both with my...

I've done STP as a two day twice, both with my wife who is not a strong rider, and we got through just fine. In addition to camping, a number of churches and civic clubs open up their buildings for...
Forum: Touring
06-16-11, 09:38 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 462
Posted By TBatty

Leaving tomorrow!

I have less than 24 hours before I start on my first self-supported tour. I leave from Estacada, OR tomorrow morning, and have two weeks to get to French Glen, OR. Lots of time to enjoy the trip...
Forum: Touring
06-15-11, 04:12 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,446
Posted By TBatty

My wife and I may do the trip down the Oregon...

My wife and I may do the trip down the Oregon coast in September- we were too slow to register for Cycle Oregon, but still have the week scheduled off at our jobs.

Good tip about the Chamber of...
Forum: Touring
06-15-11, 03:45 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,516
Posted By TBatty

A couple of things I haven't seen mentioned so...

A couple of things I haven't seen mentioned so far. First, tuna and other fish in foil packs. Lighter than cans, easier to open, can be found in most grocery stores. Couscous is a good carb source...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
06-15-11, 03:14 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 813
Posted By TBatty

In case anyone else was considering riding this...

In case anyone else was considering riding this road, the Forest Service says it is clear. Once I got the proper email address (thanks again Greg_R) they were very helpful, as was the BLM with some...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
06-14-11, 08:14 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 813
Posted By TBatty

Thanks, Greg. Not sure how I missed the email...

Thanks, Greg. Not sure how I missed the email link when I was searching the FS website.

I've already had to make some changes to my planned trip due to the snowpack this year, I really don't...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
06-13-11, 04:09 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 813
Posted By TBatty

OR hwy 224/ FS 46

Does anyone know if the road from Estacada to Detroit is clear of snow? ODOT and Forest Service web sites neither one offer any help. I'm hoping to head across on Friday, but if there is still snow...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
04-18-11, 04:35 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 918
Posted By TBatty

Monster Cookie is a good first metric. While the...

Monster Cookie is a good first metric. While the lines move pretty well, if you register in advance you are ahead of the game. The route is well marked, there are plenty of rest stops, plenty of...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
03-28-11, 11:23 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 800
Posted By TBatty

Got it covered, the wife found us a spot. Thanks...

Got it covered, the wife found us a spot. Thanks for the replies.

We will be heading back to the Amity start point Sunday, at a leisurely pace. If anyone else is doing the same and wants to...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
03-28-11, 11:20 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 756
Posted By TBatty

Darn, I would love to do a ride in that part of...

Darn, I would love to do a ride in that part of the state, but the date conflicts with Reach the Beach. I know it has to be hard for event promoters to avoid overlapping events, but sometimes it...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
03-15-11, 10:22 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 800
Posted By TBatty

Place to stay in Pacific City?

My wife and I are doing Reach the Beach this year, and rather than use their shuttle bus back to our car, we want to stay in Pacific City overnight and ride back. Problem is, the hotels are filling...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
03-14-11, 05:21 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,541
Posted By TBatty

+1 on the Acorn bags. If your bike handles a...

+1 on the Acorn bags. If your bike handles a front load well, a front bag is much more convinient, IMO, than a rear.
Forum: Pacific Northwest
03-14-11, 04:55 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,278
Posted By TBatty

I added Reach the Beach to my list. A good...

I added Reach the Beach to my list. A good friend/coworker just found out she has lung cancer, fund raising for RTB is my coping mechanism. Trying to get some side bets going that I can break six...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
03-08-11, 03:22 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,625
Posted By TBatty

That, Marcello, is exactly what I am afraid of :)...

That, Marcello, is exactly what I am afraid of :) . 200k doesn's sound all that bad, 300k two weeks later sounds a bit daunting. We shall see what happens....
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
03-07-11, 12:45 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,625
Posted By TBatty

Planning on doing my first brevet this Saturday,...

Planning on doing my first brevet this Saturday, the Oregon Randonneur's Berkie Brevet 200k. I've ridden the mileage before, but always on supported rides with food stops and all the turns marked. ...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
03-07-11, 11:01 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,278
Posted By TBatty

Berkie Brevet this Saturday, depending on how...

Berkie Brevet this Saturday, depending on how that goes for me possibly some more brevets through the season. Monster Cookie metric century in May, Pioneer century in June. Nothing else set in...
Forum: Commuting
03-01-11, 12:45 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 2,025
Posted By TBatty

Hey Andy- I thought I saw your Muirwoods on CL...

Hey Andy- I thought I saw your Muirwoods on CL recently. Got any leftover parts you want to get rid of? I have a 'bent in the garage, we can work a deal :)

Give me a shout off the forum, I lost...
Forum: Commuting
03-01-11, 12:20 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 42,466
Posted By TBatty

@Nikwax- I have the Axiom Journey disk ...

@Nikwax- I have the Axiom Journey disk (http://www.universalcycles.com/shopping/product_details.php?id=30455&category=3538 ) on my Muirwoods, it will just clear a 29x2.1 without a fender. You could...
Forum: Touring
03-01-11, 11:54 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,070
Posted By TBatty

Lots of great sugggestions on the original...

Lots of great sugggestions on the original question, and some good info on the region I will be riding in. Picking up a couple of 2L bottles just prior to heading into the long dry stretches sounds...
Forum: Touring
02-18-11, 11:28 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,070
Posted By TBatty

Well, this has been my most productive thread to...

Well, this has been my most productive thread to date, and lots of good information and ideas. Being a bit of a cheap bastard, I like the empty wine box bladder suggestion.

Doug64- I've driven...
Forum: Touring
02-17-11, 05:58 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,070
Posted By TBatty

Wow, speedy responses, thanks much! Gives me some...

Wow, speedy responses, thanks much! Gives me some ideas to consider, includeing not being quite so worried about carrying so much.
For those who are familiar with the area, I plan to head east from...
Forum: Touring
02-17-11, 11:57 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,070
Posted By TBatty

carrying extra water

I'm planning a trip for this summer through the desert in central and eastern Oregon. I will be fully self supporting, and camping along the way. I have a few stretches where restocking water is a...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
02-10-11, 12:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 710
Posted By TBatty

Looks like a fun ride, wife and I will be signing...

Looks like a fun ride, wife and I will be signing up for the week ride today. This will be number two for us, we rode in 2008 up in the NE corner of the state.
Forum: Pacific Northwest
10-08-10, 08:49 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 865
Posted By TBatty

Another vote for River City. As has been stated,...

Another vote for River City. As has been stated, not touring specific, but the do have about the best selection of touring gear. Another option reasonably close to the Convention Center is the Bike...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
10-08-10, 08:42 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 905
Posted By TBatty

I'll be there Saturday afternoon to check it out....

I'll be there Saturday afternoon to check it out. I've gone to previous Manifests and hand built bike shows, always a lot of fun, and there are some great craftsmen in Portland.
Forum: Pacific Northwest
09-24-10, 10:58 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 659
Posted By TBatty

Sisters Mtn. Bike Festival

Any other forum members going?
Forum: Cyclocross Racing
06-09-10, 12:41 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,214
Posted By TBatty

Oh, I was thinkin of Alpenrose. Which, actually,...

Oh, I was thinkin of Alpenrose. Which, actually, I did watch someone remount after the barrier and ride, Once.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-09-10, 12:14 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 536
Posted By TBatty

"New" toy

Probably the last thing I need, but I bought another bike this week, an older Cannondale XS800, a 'cross bike with Cannondale's headshock front suspension.

It was cheap, I bought it thinking that...
Forum: Cyclocross Racing
06-07-10, 02:18 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,214
Posted By TBatty

Andy, I think unless you can bunny-hop the...

Andy, I think unless you can bunny-hop the barrier just before that run up, you will be carrying an extra eight pounds up the hill.

That said, I think you should try it anyway, so I can watch :)
Forum: Commuting
05-25-10, 12:26 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,411
Posted By TBatty

Commute, some shopping, leisure rides,...

Commute, some shopping, leisure rides, training/racing and mountain biking. Pretty much whatever you can do on a bike :)
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-19-10, 11:43 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,312
Posted By TBatty

I also have a San Jose, and while I like the...

I also have a San Jose, and while I like the single speed, I have at times thought about a 1x8 or 1x9 conversion. The way B17 did it sounds like the "proper" way to do it. If you want to do it on...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
05-19-10, 10:13 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,027
Posted By TBatty

One resource: ...

One resource: http://www.oregon.gov/ODOT/HWY/BIKEPED/docs/oregon_coast_bike_route_map.pdf

My wife and I are planning this trip as well, shortly after labor day. There is a recent thread on the...
Forum: Touring
05-13-10, 02:22 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,144
Posted By TBatty

silver, but if you are going to tape, oh well. ...

silver, but if you are going to tape, oh well. pretty inexpensive as well.

http://www.wallbike.com/oddsnends/kalloybars.html
Forum: Commuting
05-13-10, 01:45 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 972
Posted By TBatty

I am currently using the Marmot Precip rain pant...

I am currently using the Marmot Precip rain pant as well, but I am seeing some wear at the seat, not sure how long they are going to last. I do like the convinience of the full length leg zippers.
...
Forum: Commuting
05-12-10, 12:55 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,874
Posted By TBatty

Too many different bikes, I commute on any of...

Too many different bikes, I commute on any of them given my mood and plans for after work. My SS/FG commuter is a Bianchi San Jose, currently set up 39x17 fixed. 42x17 is better for general riding,...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
04-12-10, 02:31 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 506
Posted By TBatty

Molalla Riders?

A number of the last few Sunday mornings I have seen a group of road riders going up Dickey Prairie Road, outside of Molalla. Is anyone from that group on this forum? If so, is this an open ride? ...
Forum: Touring
04-09-10, 04:28 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,649
Posted By TBatty

Thanks all for the feedback, even the spelling...

Thanks all for the feedback, even the spelling correction- it does bug me when I make spelling errors. I expected that a one way car rental may be the best option for the return trip, although...
Forum: Touring
04-08-10, 12:02 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,649
Posted By TBatty

Oregon Coast rout

My wife and I are planning our first DIY tour for this fall, the Oregon Coast Bike Rout. We have done a number of long day rides, supported overnight (STP) and fully supported tours (Cycle Oregon),...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
04-07-10, 12:51 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 782
Posted By TBatty

In addition to MC and STP (trying it as a one day...

In addition to MC and STP (trying it as a one day this year), I am doing the Petal Pedal, a century based in Silverton. You may want to check it out. www.petalpedal.com (http://www.petalpedal.com)
Forum: Pacific Northwest
03-04-10, 11:39 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,046
Posted By TBatty

Wife and I will be there. Fun ride, Monster...

Wife and I will be there. Fun ride, Monster Cookie '08 was our first "long" ride, so it is kinda special. For whatever it is worth, this year we are planning our first double century, Monster...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
03-02-10, 04:17 PM
Replies: 35
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Views: 2,632
Posted By TBatty

Amtrack has a limited number of bike hooks on the...

Amtrack has a limited number of bike hooks on the PDX to Seattle run, $5, no disassembly required, conventional diamond frame only. Reserve early to get one. Once the hooks are gone, box your bike...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
02-26-10, 01:10 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,129
Posted By TBatty

I've been trying to convince myself I don't need...

I've been trying to convince myself I don't need to order one (or two, gotta take care of the better half) of these. I may get them while they are cheap, just hang on to it/them until i round up...
Forum: Touring
02-24-10, 05:09 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,779
Posted By TBatty

Ever read Joe Kermaskie, aka the Metal Cowboy? ...

Ever read Joe Kermaskie, aka the Metal Cowboy? Try his last two books, Momentum is your Friend, and most recently Mud, Sweat and Gears. In the latter, his youngest turn 1 year old during a...
Forum: Touring
02-18-10, 11:55 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,120
Posted By TBatty

I need to proofread. I meant I would NOT use it...

I need to proofread. I meant I would NOT use it as a primary sleeping bag.
Forum: Touring
02-17-10, 01:00 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,120
Posted By TBatty

I have used the "bivvy" the OP pictured. It...

I have used the "bivvy" the OP pictured. It breathes better, and is quieter, than the mylar "space blankets". It does not, however, provide much warmth. I've spent ten years as part of a search...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-16-10, 11:50 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,757
Posted By TBatty

inspecting used suspension fork?

I'm planning to upgrade the suspension fork on an older mtn bike to something new enough to have disk mounts. I'm trying not to dump too much money into the project, so I will be looking at swap...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
02-11-10, 12:03 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 580
Posted By TBatty

PDX area touring shops?

Are there any Portland area shops that cater to the touring and/or long distance market? It seems like I can find plenty of expertise in any other area of cycling, but I am still looking for an LBS...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
02-10-10, 01:34 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,060
Posted By TBatty

350 to 400 pounds sterling is the only price i...

350 to 400 pounds sterling is the only price i have seen, so about $550-$625. Cheaper than a Rohloff....
Forum: Commuting
02-09-10, 10:30 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 42,466
Posted By TBatty

Looking Good, Andy. I've been following this...

Looking Good, Andy. I've been following this thread since before I bought my Muir Woods, and it looks like you came to pretty much the same conclusion I have, decent frame, good geometry, lousy...
Forum: Touring
02-04-10, 10:03 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,529
Posted By TBatty

I've been using a large Acorn bag for a couple of...

I've been using a large Acorn bag for a couple of years now, and have been pretty happy with it. I like the idea of supporting a cottage industry type business, and while I have not used a Carradice...
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