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Forum: Touring
04-23-24, 06:59 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 570
Posted By Aushiker

Tourist in MSN For what it is worth, I have flown...

Tourist in MSN For what it is worth, I have flown with my Surly Long Haul Trucker and Extrawheel in the one bike box with six panniers (not all full).

The Extrawheel is not much wider than a...
Forum: Touring
04-23-24, 06:51 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,987
Posted By Aushiker

Reise and Muller SuperChartger 2 ...

Reise and Muller SuperChartger 2 (https://www.r-m.de/en-se/bikes/supercharger/)with Rohloff hub.
Forum: Touring
04-22-24, 08:15 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,987
Posted By Aushiker

Not as yet. I am holding off till the bike...

Not as yet. I am holding off till the bike arrives so I can double check it they will work. The bike is 'due 30 April' but no word as yet that is still the date.
Forum: Touring
04-22-24, 07:45 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 570
Posted By Aushiker

I appreciate that your experience is different to...

I appreciate that your experience is different to mine. Still, riding with the Extrawheel, I have not found (1) sand has not been a problem, (2) taking the bike and trailer on buses (both go in the...
Forum: Touring
04-22-24, 07:36 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 447
Posted By Aushiker

I checked them out here (online) and the price of...

I checked them out here (online) and the price of the frames is reasonable and well the lens for me are comparable in price to what I pay for my 'normal' glasses so I guess I have to harden up and...
Forum: Touring
04-22-24, 07:28 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,987
Posted By Aushiker

An update. I was holding off on a purchase, given...

An update. I was holding off on a purchase, given it has been so dry here, so I didn't need a new jacket, but as it is getting closer to winter, and I saw that 7MESH (http://7mesh.com) had the...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-24, 07:13 PM
Replies: 3,145
Views: 938,075
Posted By Aushiker

7Mesh (https://7mesh.com/) has a discount code,...

7Mesh (https://7mesh.com/) has a discount code, 'AprilShowers', [20% discount] that is currently active. It also applies to the items that they have on sale.
Forum: Touring
04-21-24, 08:19 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 570
Posted By Aushiker

Which is what I did. I actually do not find the...

Which is what I did. I actually do not find the Extrawheel a hassle at all. I tend to forget it is there.
...
Forum: Touring
04-21-24, 08:15 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 570
Posted By Aushiker

I was well into the tour by then so quite fit. I...

I was well into the tour by then so quite fit. I was also only doing around 75 km a day on outback roads, so it was manageable.
Forum: Touring
04-21-24, 06:19 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 447
Posted By Aushiker

I was looking at Rudy Project glasses last night...

I was looking at Rudy Project glasses last night but I am not that keen on the look of the optical inserts. I was not aware of the alternatives. Must check to see if they are available here.
Forum: Touring
04-21-24, 04:32 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 447
Posted By Aushiker

I wear my prescription glasses, which...

I wear my prescription glasses, which transitional and multi-focal. The last time I looked into wrap sunglasses I could not get my prescription in that type of lens. That was probably 10 years ago so...
Forum: Touring
04-21-24, 04:23 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 570
Posted By Aushiker

An option for carrying the 1.5-litre bottles is...

An option for carrying the 1.5-litre bottles is something similar to Topeaks Modula Cage XL (https://www.topeak.com/global/en/product/205-MODULA-CAGE-XL). I have something similar, which, IIRC, came...
Forum: Touring
04-20-24, 07:33 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 357
Posted By Aushiker

We have similar cards here ... I use one which...

We have similar cards here ... I use one which has no fees and the exchange rate is inline with what XE.com is quoting on the transaction day.
Forum: Touring
04-20-24, 02:51 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 357
Posted By Aushiker

At least for us in Australia, the Bike24 shipping...

At least for us in Australia, the Bike24 shipping price has gone through the roof, so I now prefer to buy from https://www.bike-discount.de/ as their shipping price is more reasonable, and you can...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-19-24, 10:23 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 487
Posted By Aushiker

Just found this. GPLama has done some...

Just found this. GPLama has done some side-by-side testing.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?reload=9&v=BkwWANxa95w

Based on Shane's testing, the marketing claims of 240 metres are just that.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-18-24, 02:00 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 247
Posted By Aushiker

Personally, I am not a fan of adhesive mounts for...

Personally, I am not a fan of adhesive mounts for the very reason of your experience. Instead of trying to glue the mount back on the phone case, have you considered another mount? I am thinking...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-09-24, 06:54 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 211
Posted By Aushiker

2024 Salsa Tributary eBike Walk Around

For those interested, here is a walk around of the new-to-the-market 2024 Salsa Tributary bike-packing ebike. See the video at https://youtu.be/fJC7lXl9_pE?feature=shared
Forum: Touring
04-06-24, 07:38 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,001
Posted By Aushiker

For sure. Will do.

For sure. Will do.
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-06-24, 06:33 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 740
Posted By Aushiker

Yes, I still ride my Salsa Mukluk fat bike and my...

Yes, I still ride my Salsa Mukluk fat bike and my Surly Long Haul Trucker/
Forum: Touring
04-06-24, 06:29 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,001
Posted By Aushiker

Thanks, and I did consider their racks, but I...

Thanks, and I did consider their racks, but I have decided pretty much to go with the Ortlieb Fork Bags.
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-02-24, 08:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 312
Posted By Aushiker

Thanks for that feedback. This is as I suspected...

Thanks for that feedback. This is as I suspected so the choice is down to a 1/2 frame bag or a custom. I think I will see how I go with a 1/2 frame bag first.
Forum: Touring
04-02-24, 08:42 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 556
Posted By Aushiker

I do use training plans now with my Edge 1030, so...

I do use training plans now with my Edge 1030, so that is one feature I would miss if there was a new Explorer Solar, but it would not be a deal breaker.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-02-24, 03:58 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 191
Posted By Aushiker

I agree; it looks pretty good to me. This,...

I agree; it looks pretty good to me.

This, on the other hand ...

https://youtu.be/nUFCCr7N6ZE?feature=shared
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-02-24, 03:49 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 438
Posted By Aushiker

Apparently, Bosch claims...

Apparently, Bosch claims...
Forum: Touring
04-02-24, 03:46 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 556
Posted By Aushiker

In the meantime, it is AU$499 in Australia...

In the meantime, it is AU$499 in Australia (https://www.garmin.com/en-AU/p/802162) ... no sign of a sale price downunder :(

EDIT: Any word of a possible solar version?
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-02-24, 01:57 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 312
Posted By Aushiker

I have now found a couple of other riders who...

I have now found a couple of other riders who have gone frame bags, one is the custom-made on, and one was from Apridura. The Apridura really was not a good fit. The more I think about and given my...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-01-24, 02:18 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 442
Posted By Aushiker

I am also a fan of Selle Anatomica saddles and...

I am also a fan of Selle Anatomica saddles and are in the process of slowly migrating over from Brooks saddles.
Forum: Electric Bikes
03-31-24, 11:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 312
Posted By Aushiker

Reise and Muller Supercharger 2 Frame Bag

I appreciate that this might be a long shot, but I was wondering if anyone has fitted a frame bag to a Supercharger 2 53 cm (or smaller or larger). Either off-the-shelf or custom-made. I know one...
Forum: Touring
03-31-24, 10:22 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 691
Posted By Aushiker

You can see the suspension fork mounting system...

You can see the suspension fork mounting system at ~ 6:06 mark in the video below:

https://youtu.be/_DOuuRmXkiI?feature=shared

I particularly like the use of the band with a tensioning screw...
Forum: Touring
03-31-24, 08:08 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 691
Posted By Aushiker

I have them on my Salsa Fat bike and I am very...

I have them on my Salsa Fat bike and I am very happy with them. That bike has the advantage of having the mounting points on the fork so no need to sort that out as I will have to do with the new...
Forum: Touring
03-31-24, 08:02 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 691
Posted By Aushiker

Thanks. This is reassuring. Ortlieb here I come :)

Thanks. This is reassuring. Ortlieb here I come :)
Forum: Touring
03-31-24, 08:01 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 691
Posted By Aushiker

Thanks, John. It is great to hear that they...

Thanks, John. It is great to hear that they working well for you, and I do like the neat way they mount and look on the bike. Given my lack of mounting options this seems the best option so I am...
Forum: Touring
03-31-24, 07:59 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 691
Posted By Aushiker

Selective quoting, really :innocent: Let me...

Selective quoting, really :innocent:

Let me help you out. Emphasis (bold) added to aid comprehension.

Subject line: Ortlieb Fork-Pack

What I said in all its glory:

"I am wondering if...
Forum: Touring
03-31-24, 06:48 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 691
Posted By Aushiker

Excellent. That is the information I need. I was...

Excellent. That is the information I need. I was a bit concerned, given the mount is plastic, but it is interesting that the Tailfin Fork Packs mounts, which are aluminium, have been failing for...
Forum: Touring
03-31-24, 06:44 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 691
Posted By Aushiker

That is great and I am pleased it works for you,...

That is great and I am pleased it works for you, but it was not what I asked about so not sure why you posted here.
Forum: Touring
03-31-24, 03:19 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 691
Posted By Aushiker

Ortlieb Fork-Pack

I am wondering if anyone has any hands-on experience with the Ortlieb Fork-Pack (https://www.ortlieb.com/en_us/fork-pack+F9995). I did look at the Tailfin Fork Packs, but there are a few negative...
Forum: Electric Bikes
03-27-24, 06:23 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 398
Posted By Aushiker

Good to know. Thanks Mark.

Good to know. Thanks Mark.
Forum: Touring
03-26-24, 07:27 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,001
Posted By Aushiker

Via a Riese and Muller Supercharger 2 user who...

Via a Riese and Muller Supercharger 2 user who has ridden some fair distances on her bike with these Ortlieb Fork Packs (https://www.ortlieb.com/en_us/fork-pack+F9995). They come 4.1 or 5.8 litre...
Forum: Touring
03-26-24, 05:42 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 360
Posted By Aushiker

The thinner cases I have can be easily folded (if...

The thinner cases I have can be easily folded (if that works for the map) so could pretty much lay across the gap between the bars (if that makes sense).
Forum: Touring
03-26-24, 02:02 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 360
Posted By Aushiker

Would a map case hooked to the bars work?...

Would a map case hooked to the bars work? Something like the Sea to Summit Waterproof Map case (https://seatosummit.com.au/products/waterproof-map-case)?

...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
03-26-24, 01:54 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 536
Posted By Aushiker

[QUOTE=Eric F;23191303]If I was to wear a headset...

[QUOTE=Eric F;23191303]If I was to wear a headset while riding, it would be a "bone conduction" type to keep my ears as free as possible to hear the world around me. I will not ride with anything in...
Forum: Touring
03-22-24, 11:58 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,001
Posted By Aushiker

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

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/p8020116_c2a88c06eec544a6e3334fb70fcc04566e2af856.jpg...
Forum: Touring
03-21-24, 06:58 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,001
Posted By Aushiker

Thanks for the feedback on the Zefal....

Thanks for the feedback on the Zefal. Appreciated.

I do have Salsa Anything Cages on my fat bike and that is an option for sure. I just need to come up with a suitable mounting option to add to...
Forum: Touring
03-21-24, 06:50 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,001
Posted By Aushiker

The only damage was to my pride and my body. The...

The only damage was to my pride and my body. The Exrawheel simply disconnects from the bike,

Road a few hundred kilometres after that until the brakes failed. Got a leak somehow and whilst olive...
Forum: Touring
03-21-24, 06:42 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,001
Posted By Aushiker

And a couple of the Tubus Swing in action ... ...

And a couple of the Tubus Swing in action ...

The first is an off at speed on a downhill ... it hurt.
...
Forum: Touring
03-21-24, 06:27 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,001
Posted By Aushiker

I have dragged out of the archives a few photos...

I have dragged out of the archives a few photos of the swing which I attached to my Giant XTC 2 in 2012 or thereabouts.
...
Forum: Touring
03-21-24, 06:10 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,001
Posted By Aushiker

Thanks but the bike is coming with a thru axle.

Thanks but the bike is coming with a thru axle.
Forum: Touring
03-21-24, 02:06 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,001
Posted By Aushiker

Yes in Australia. Thanks for the link.

Yes in Australia. Thanks for the link.
Forum: Touring
03-21-24, 01:50 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,001
Posted By Aushiker

I was not aware of different versions. I just...

I was not aware of different versions. I just went to the Old Man Mountain website (https://oldmanmountain.com/)and calculated the costs. Is there another source?

Just googling then, I found...
Forum: Touring
03-21-24, 01:30 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,060
Posted By Aushiker

GJ Coop has a couple of laconic-style e-books on...

GJ Coop has a couple of laconic-style e-books on cycling in Australia. You can find them at Amazon (https://www.bikeforums.net/touring/1290116-touring-book-recomendations.html). You can also get a...
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