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Forum: Touring
03-03-06, 10:52 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,721
Posted By Cherry Bomb

gjen, I did one short tour last fall with...

gjen,

I did one short tour last fall with another woman, and we had absolutely no issues. Even in redneck Texas. I will be headed out on my first solo tour in a few weeks (again in redneck...
Forum: Touring
12-01-05, 10:31 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,232
Posted By Cherry Bomb

Another thought is to check out Terry bicycles...

Another thought is to check out Terry bicycles (www.terrybicycles.com). These are women specific bicycles and will definitely fit you as you are not as tall as some (I'm 6'0" with long legs and so I...
Forum: Touring
11-28-05, 12:35 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 921
Posted By Cherry Bomb

Ditto on the Planet Bike Freddy Fenders. I put...

Ditto on the Planet Bike Freddy Fenders. I put them on a 2006 Trek 520 a few months ago - get the 45mm size and they will work great. They also look good . . . which is also very important!
...
Forum: Touring
11-28-05, 10:14 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,754
Posted By Cherry Bomb

Do a search on this forum about the Fuji Touring...

Do a search on this forum about the Fuji Touring bike. When I was looking at different bikes, I saw a lot of negative things about the Fuji rear wheels. There were constant complaints of broken...
Forum: Touring
11-23-05, 10:26 AM
Replies: 4,824
Views: 2,620,921
Posted By Cherry Bomb

Here is a picture of my Trek 520 loaded for a...

Here is a picture of my Trek 520 loaded for a three-day mini-tour of Southeast Texas. What a blast!

Cherry Bomb
Forum: Touring
11-23-05, 10:19 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,585
Posted By Cherry Bomb

Al, I was looking more towards May, but April...

Al,
I was looking more towards May, but April could work for me. I will be doing the whole trace and plan to camp most of the time. Not opposed to one day in a B&B/hotel. From the end in Natchez,...
Forum: Touring
11-22-05, 12:20 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,585
Posted By Cherry Bomb

This is about the timing that I was thinking...

This is about the timing that I was thinking about, if not a little earlier in May. I want to do the majority of the ride before it is too far into May. I live in the heat of the south and can...
Forum: Touring
11-22-05, 12:17 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,585
Posted By Cherry Bomb

From what I understand, the Trace is closed to...

From what I understand, the Trace is closed to commercial traffic and has a speed limit of 45 mph. I'm not sure how heavily patrolled it is for speeding, but from what I have heard the traffic is...
Forum: Touring
11-22-05, 12:14 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,278
Posted By Cherry Bomb

I would suggest that women try to buy from...

I would suggest that women try to buy from Wallingford Bikes because of their generous return/exchange policy. Saying that the "women's" seat isn't right for all women is wrong. I am a large woman...
Forum: Touring
11-22-05, 09:42 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,114
Posted By Cherry Bomb

Love the "I Brake for Donuts" rule . . . mine is...

Love the "I Brake for Donuts" rule . . . mine is "I Brake for Margaritas!"

My SO doesn't understand my touring, either! He wants to cover 100+ miles per day with a sag vehicle and I want to just...
Forum: Touring
11-22-05, 08:53 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,585
Posted By Cherry Bomb

That could be a problem. I am planning to ride...

That could be a problem. I am planning to ride home from the end, adding another 8 or 9 days to my tour so can't help with any logistics of getting back to the start.

Cherry Bomb
Forum: Touring
11-21-05, 11:10 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,278
Posted By Cherry Bomb

I put a Brooks Pro S (women's model) on my...

I put a Brooks Pro S (women's model) on my touring bike a few months ago. This saddle was generously given to me by mrveloman (a forum member) to try. I absolutely love it! I have been riding my...
Forum: Touring
11-21-05, 11:00 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,526
Posted By Cherry Bomb

I just finished my first tour (3-day weekend)...

I just finished my first tour (3-day weekend) with a full load including tent and sleeping gear. The one thing that surprised me was that it wasn't as difficult as I had imagined it would be. I...
Forum: Touring
11-21-05, 10:33 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,585
Posted By Cherry Bomb

That would be fun . . . if the timing will work...

That would be fun . . . if the timing will work for everyone.

Cherry Bomb
Forum: Touring
11-14-05, 08:16 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,585
Posted By Cherry Bomb

This is a tour that is in my plans for next...

This is a tour that is in my plans for next spring, as well, going north to south. I will most likely be solo, and intend to ride back to the Houston, TX area after finishing the Trace. I am also...
Forum: Commuting
11-08-05, 01:45 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 7,339
Posted By Cherry Bomb

Just last week while doing a training ride in the...

Just last week while doing a training ride in the local park, I hit an armadillo. Yes, an armadillo! It was walking across the road and so I went behind it. Well, just like the stupid squirrels,...
Forum: Touring
11-08-05, 12:57 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 5,089
Posted By Cherry Bomb

Until a few months ago, I only had one bike and...

Until a few months ago, I only had one bike and really didn't have a reason for a name. When I talked about my bike everyone knew which bike I meant.

Now that I have a wonderful 2006 Trek 520, I...
Forum: Living Car Free
11-07-05, 02:52 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,477
Posted By Cherry Bomb

With my kids, I don't even pay the base rate. ...

With my kids, I don't even pay the base rate. The insurance company tells me how much the insurance is for just my husband and I, and then the amount with each of the kids added. Then the...
Forum: Touring
10-31-05, 10:46 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,465
Posted By Cherry Bomb

I have a 2006 Trek 520 that the specs show weighs...

I have a 2006 Trek 520 that the specs show weighs 26.8 lbs, including the rear rack. All the little additions and changes will definitely make a difference, but 6 lbs. seems high for fenders, lights...
Forum: Touring
09-30-05, 07:21 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,854
Posted By Cherry Bomb

I'm a 6'0" female with a 34" inseam and a shorter...

I'm a 6'0" female with a 34" inseam and a shorter than average torso. My arms length is in proportion to my torso and so my reach is much less than most with a 34" inseam. I have also struggled to...
Forum: Touring
09-27-05, 02:57 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 761
Posted By Cherry Bomb

I haven't actually gone on my first tour yet, but...

I haven't actually gone on my first tour yet, but am in the process of purchasing all the necessary gear and preparing my family for the inevitable. I am a 40-something, married mother of two, who...
Forum: Touring
09-19-05, 07:10 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,068
Posted By Cherry Bomb

Well, not sure I can really answer since I...

Well, not sure I can really answer since I haven't officially done my first tour yet. But I can tell you that the idea has been in my head for 19+ years, ever since I bought my first road bike and...
Forum: Touring
09-19-05, 07:05 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 627
Posted By Cherry Bomb

I also have an '06 Trek 520 . . . what racks...

I also have an '06 Trek 520 . . . what racks would you recommend for loaded touring? I plan to carry 25 - 30 pounds on the rear rack and 10 - 15 pounds on the front.

Thanks!
Cherry Bomb
Forum: Touring
09-10-05, 08:19 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,350
Posted By Cherry Bomb

I've been riding Terry saddles for many years,...

I've been riding Terry saddles for many years, but have a new Brooks in transit right now. I can't wait to put it on my touring bike and go for a ride!
Forum: Touring
09-10-05, 08:14 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,348
Posted By Cherry Bomb

It is humorous to see the looks on peoples' faces...

It is humorous to see the looks on peoples' faces when I tell them I ride bikes. They can't believe I am a serious rider because I am big. I don't look like the typical fit person they think of . ....
Forum: Touring
09-09-05, 01:28 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,348
Posted By Cherry Bomb

Peterpan1, Thanks for that vote of confidence...

Peterpan1,
Thanks for that vote of confidence on my weight, but unfortunately for a big-boned, muscular woman it is easily possible to be 200+ (I won't go into any specifics, but have resigned...
Forum: Touring
09-07-05, 12:13 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,348
Posted By Cherry Bomb

Just read your journal - thanks for the afternoon...

Just read your journal - thanks for the afternoon laughs!

Thanks for the information on your daughter . . . I'll probably just have to bite the bullet and go with my gut instinct. Then, if I am...
Forum: Touring
09-07-05, 11:42 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,348
Posted By Cherry Bomb

You've got mail . . . Cherry Bomb

You've got mail . . .

Cherry Bomb
Forum: Touring
09-07-05, 08:28 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,348
Posted By Cherry Bomb

thomson, Thanks for the offer of a loan on...

thomson,

Thanks for the offer of a loan on the B17 . . . I am far away in Houston, TX and so don't think that will be possible. I thought the B17S looked very short and was not sure I would be...
Forum: Touring
09-07-05, 07:42 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,348
Posted By Cherry Bomb

cyclingjo, I am assuming you are female...

cyclingjo,

I am assuming you are female (based on your response) but could be wrong. What type of saddle did you ride before you got your Brooks? The B17 S seems so short compared to my current...
Forum: Touring
09-07-05, 07:29 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,348
Posted By Cherry Bomb

af895, Thanks for the information . . . I...

af895,

Thanks for the information . . . I didn't realize that it was not an apples to apples comparison on the width measurements between a Brooks and a "traditional" saddle. That will definitely...
Forum: Touring
09-07-05, 06:39 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,348
Posted By Cherry Bomb

Another Brooks Saddle Question

Just got my first touring bike this weekend (Trek 520) and want to put a Brooks saddle on it. I intended to purchase from Wallingford Bike Parts because of the generous return policy. However,...
Forum: Touring
09-06-05, 02:59 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,498
Posted By Cherry Bomb

Just got mine on Sunday and rode it Monday . . ....

Just got mine on Sunday and rode it Monday . . . what a sweet ride! I had the shop switch out the 105 cranks with LX cranks before it even left the shop, and it will go back in for a few other...
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