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Forum: Touring
03-22-24, 01:33 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,356
Posted By mams99

I'm not a romance kind of gal, but I'm happy to...

I'm not a romance kind of gal, but I'm happy to see that there are romance novels for everyone readily available without it needing to be "under cover" Bravo for progress!
Forum: Touring
03-21-24, 07:44 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,356
Posted By mams99

Has anyone read Bicycling with butterflies?

Has anyone read Bicycling with butterflies?
Forum: Touring
03-21-24, 07:42 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,356
Posted By mams99

This one seems interesting! (as do some of the...

This one seems interesting! (as do some of the others above - I'm just thinking of more current rides since a lot has changed with riding in the last 35 years).
Forum: Touring
03-20-24, 09:21 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,356
Posted By mams99

Touring book recommendations?

I just read A Bike Ride: 12,000 Miles Around the World by Anne Mustoe. And I am currently reading/looking at photos of One Year on a Bike: From Amersterdam to Singapore by Martjn Doolaard.

What...
Forum: Touring
03-20-24, 02:24 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 782
Posted By mams99

Oh... I didn't read it carefully - he was using a...

Oh... I didn't read it carefully - he was using a dynamo hub to charge and didn't need too even recharge that for the trip.... I thought It was about ebike and not needing to charge.
Forum: Touring
03-20-24, 02:05 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 782
Posted By mams99

I'm not being snarky in the least, but just...

I'm not being snarky in the least, but just geniunely curious, if you used your muscle power 100% to go up hills but you had an electric bike, why did you have the electric bike? And I can't tell...
Forum: Touring
03-20-24, 09:35 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 782
Posted By mams99

Just call me waffler... As soon as I decide this...

Just call me waffler... As soon as I decide this is the best way forward when I realized my ebike is the bike I use the most often. I starting thinking more about it and realize it's an added...
Forum: Electric Bikes
03-19-24, 04:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 547
Posted By mams99

I haven't looked at e-bikes since I bought mine...

I haven't looked at e-bikes since I bought mine all those years ago. It's kind of boggling to keep track of it all and I wonder where people are riding them? Class 1 is the only ones you can ride on...
Forum: Electric Bikes
03-19-24, 07:33 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 547
Posted By mams99

Well, you know how it goes with tech, as soon as...

Well, you know how it goes with tech, as soon as you buy something, something better/improved comes out.

I feel that way about my electric cargo bike. 7 years ago when I was in dire need of a...
Forum: Touring
03-18-24, 06:37 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 782
Posted By mams99

I really look forward to what is still coming up...

I really look forward to what is still coming up for bike riding and touring with ebikes. I only feel comfortable riding my e-bike at normal biking speeds. I like to use the assist at the lowest...
Forum: Electric Bikes
03-18-24, 03:15 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 547
Posted By mams99

Future planning for E-bike touring

I just saw info on the new Salsa Confluence. I know it's just being release. There are no reviews on it yet, but it got me to thinking.

I have an electric cargo ebike that I have been using for 7...
Forum: Touring
03-18-24, 01:56 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 782
Posted By mams99

e-bike touring

I think I've decided something today about longer bike tours. When it's on rail trails (which is what I will mostly be riding near me) a regular bike is no issue. The hills or gradient is no issue,...
Forum: Touring
03-15-24, 04:42 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,021
Posted By mams99

I was going to suggest a Bike Friday and I'm glad...

I was going to suggest a Bike Friday and I'm glad someone already has. And of course, the Mixtes linked above.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-15-24, 01:00 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,437
Posted By mams99

I just used my REI coupon and ordered the...

I just used my REI coupon and ordered the Feedback more expensive one. Thank for everyone's feedback! (tee-hee!)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-13-24, 10:24 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,391
Posted By mams99

When bicycles cost the same as cars, that's a...

When bicycles cost the same as cars, that's a problem. I was balking at 3k! And the brand I think was Pinarello gravel bike.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-13-24, 10:12 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,391
Posted By mams99

I had that feeling from the second I was done...

I had that feeling from the second I was done with the fitting. I just wanted to figure out what size bike I would need. They only considered road bikes and the bikes he was showing me as good...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-13-24, 12:17 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,391
Posted By mams99

But is it really at odds? The longest I've ever...

But is it really at odds? The longest I've ever ridden was 70 miles in a day - and it was on that hybrid Bianchi I was comfortable. I could get on and off the loaded bike for breaks and pictures. I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-13-24, 11:24 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,391
Posted By mams99

Well, that's the rub, isn't it? Nearly NOWHERE...

Well, that's the rub, isn't it? Nearly NOWHERE has bikes for testing for real and they all would need to be adjusted anyway. Like the bike I have (now on the trainer) is slightly too low for me. I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-13-24, 11:08 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,391
Posted By mams99

It's listed for $800 (and has the suitcase) But,...

It's listed for $800 (and has the suitcase) But, it would need to be shipped - so that cost would need to be added.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-12-24, 01:51 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,391
Posted By mams99

I'm just coming back to this post because the...

I'm just coming back to this post because the seller of one of these bikes is back in the country (they were doing a big tour in Morocco).

Now, I think I've decided this isn't the bike for me nor...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-11-24, 11:21 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,437
Posted By mams99

So then it makes me wonder - if I should just...

So then it makes me wonder - if I should just skip the idea of every doing anything with he electric cargo bike (as it was recommended to always just bring it in for anything anyway, but it just...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-10-24, 05:38 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,437
Posted By mams99

Huh... I wonder what that really means....

Huh... I wonder what that really means. "optimized for 70lbs. Max 100 lbs". I'm going to guess it has to do with actually putting a bike over 70lbs on the rack without assistance? As I would NEVER...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-10-24, 05:33 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,437
Posted By mams99

No... I'm not getting it JUST for that. I need...

No... I'm not getting it JUST for that. I need one for changing tires more easily and working on the bike period. It just might be useful to have one in the car when I have all three bikes in the car...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-10-24, 12:58 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,437
Posted By mams99

I know... it seem so ridiculous, but there is...

I know... it seem so ridiculous, but there is reason for it.

We have two cars - one is an electric Honda Clarity and it's not recommended to attach a hitch and its would void the warrantee if we...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-10-24, 11:57 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,437
Posted By mams99

The one I'm looking at is this one - which I...

The one I'm looking at is this one - which I would listed on the REI site:

Feedback sports pro mechanic (https://www.rei.com/product/219246/feedback-sports-pro-mechanic-hd-repair-stand)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-09-24, 04:04 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,437
Posted By mams99

Right, that is for my area (which is pretty...

Right, that is for my area (which is pretty plentiful), but for anyone else looking, doing a search with a search engine should give you websites to look up.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-09-24, 03:29 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,437
Posted By mams99

I literally typed in a search online, "coop...

I literally typed in a search online, "coop bicycle shops near me". I haven't been to them, but I found their sites and locations and all info about them. I live in the DC/Bmore area and I found...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-09-24, 01:52 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,437
Posted By mams99

This one has a new edition coming out in June,...

This one has a new edition coming out in June, but I wonder how much different it could be for someone with an older bike? Though, the one is a 2006 I think...

Also wondering if a Kindle version...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-09-24, 01:49 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,437
Posted By mams99

There are a couple co-ops near me, but not so...

There are a couple co-ops near me, but not so close that it won't take some planning. I think a book WITH some hands on help would be best, but for now I probably have to settle for a book.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-09-24, 01:07 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,437
Posted By mams99

I keep seeing these HUGE books at REI. I guess I...

I keep seeing these HUGE books at REI. I guess I should get one and start learning. I'm just a bit intimidated!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-09-24, 01:05 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,437
Posted By mams99

The stand I'm looking at is considered the best...

The stand I'm looking at is considered the best repair stand it will take up to 100lbs. (According to a couple of sites)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-09-24, 01:03 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,437
Posted By mams99

Last year my son's disc bike started rubbing. And...

Last year my son's disc bike started rubbing. And the old bike I was using was also really fiddly to get it to drop out properly. That bike is now on the trainer and a non issue, but it was not...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-09-24, 12:19 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,437
Posted By mams99

Buying a bike repair stand question(s)

Up until now, I have not had a bike repair stand. I just take my bike in for regular maintenance (which I will still do), but I've wished for a bike repair stand for awhile so I can more easily...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-09-24, 12:08 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,436
Posted By mams99

This is very helpful and I thank you. I have seen...

This is very helpful and I thank you. I have seen some S&S coupled bikes for a decent price - there is one now on Ebay in my size, but it would still be the most expensive bike I would own. I guess...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-09-24, 09:52 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,436
Posted By mams99

I appreciate the responses, but WHY is it not...

I appreciate the responses, but WHY is it not recommended? or why do you not want to do that? Is it hard to tighten? Does it wear the parts out? There has to be a real reason and I just want to...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-08-24, 04:35 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,436
Posted By mams99

Using a S&S coupled bike as a folder?

I see all these videos of how to pack a folder for a trip or an S&S coupled bike for a trip, but what about a bike to throw in the trunk of a car? on a train where you don't have to worry about...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-02-24, 08:45 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 9,708
Posted By mams99

That is really good to hear. You know a LOT more...

That is really good to hear. You know a LOT more about bikes than I do. Just trying to figure out what SIZE is difficult! As I said above, I've looked at the Buena Vista for more than a year now. But...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-02-24, 06:41 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 9,708
Posted By mams99

measuring a mixte?

The person selling the Waterford mixte I'm looking at says the seat tube to middle of crank is 17". I compared that to the three bikes I have and I see that all my bikes have different tube lengths. ...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-02-24, 01:15 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 9,708
Posted By mams99

I've been looking for a high quality mixte for...

I've been looking for a high quality mixte for YEARS. Was hers a two tubes or one (if you remember). (And yes, I know this is an old thread I'm replying too).

There is one for sale drivable...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-29-24, 01:19 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 948
Posted By mams99

OK... I found another worth thinking about - this...

OK... I found another worth thinking about - this is helping me understand better. The 50cm for most of it is probably OK for me, but the handlebar height might be an issue. I'm not a fan of carbon,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-29-24, 10:16 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 948
Posted By mams99

I actually have a NWT (Secondhand). I got it to...

I actually have a NWT (Secondhand). I got it to be able to throw in the trunk or a train (figuratively), but since getting it, I've worried about the weight limit. I'm not a lightweight. I have a...
Forum: Touring
02-28-24, 06:52 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,131
Posted By mams99

Fortunately for me, I'm a woman of average...

Fortunately for me, I'm a woman of average height. So I can find frames my size. HOWEVER, I think there are more men who are 5'6" who have short legs and then a longer torso, so, every single bike I...
Forum: Touring
02-28-24, 08:33 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,131
Posted By mams99

What's on there is what came with the bike...

What's on there is what came with the bike (bought secondhand). I'll try to find a photo of it. Per rec of here (for limestone trails) I was encouraged to get something different, so I bought these...
Forum: Touring
02-28-24, 07:56 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,131
Posted By mams99

I would want to have some paper maps for back up...

I would want to have some paper maps for back up or even more info for the route. I love GPS, but it's a PITA for getting around even my small town in a sensible way sometimes.
Forum: Touring
02-28-24, 07:54 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,131
Posted By mams99

This was also incredibly helpful. And it does...

This was also incredibly helpful. And it does make sense that riding has changed A LOT over the last few decades - as have bikes.
Forum: Touring
02-28-24, 07:29 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,131
Posted By mams99

I bought the book last night. It will be...

I bought the book last night. It will be delivered in a week or so. Thanks!
Forum: Touring
02-27-24, 11:14 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,131
Posted By mams99

That is lovely. Could be about me - a year ago I...

That is lovely. Could be about me - a year ago I was less overweight and more fit. And until a few years ago, I hadn't ridden at all since I was a teen. But I do like camping and picnics and that...
Forum: Touring
02-27-24, 07:51 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,131
Posted By mams99

Just - WOW!!! The stories you must have! I...

Just - WOW!!! The stories you must have!

I think one of the things I l really like about riding a bike is that it allows for all the starts and stops to smell the roses, etc. Now, to get that...
Forum: Touring
02-27-24, 06:54 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,131
Posted By mams99

cyccommute...

cyccommute (https://www.bikeforums.net/members/cyccommute-21724.html) This was extremely helpful - THANK YOU!!!!

I know (as an east coaster) much of what I will be riding will be crushed...
Forum: Touring
02-27-24, 05:38 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,131
Posted By mams99

Road touring different from other touring?

When I started thinking or learning about touring, the first things I saw were older bikes with narrower tires (not narrow like road bikes, but much narrower than newer bikes that say touring...
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