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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-09-05, 10:22 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 3,381
Posted By Doug Campbell

Gee, 4 pounds for a pint. I come to the UK...

Gee, 4 pounds for a pint. I come to the UK fairly regularly. Sure glad my nephew owns a pub!
Forum: Touring
12-05-05, 11:28 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 954
Posted By Doug Campbell

Read my posts in "folding bikes". The B-66 is a...

Read my posts in "folding bikes". The B-66 is a great saddle for the money (I have one) you certainly wouldn't be disappointed with one. However, I also have a B-17 with a thudbuster post. The...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-05-05, 11:24 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,011
Posted By Doug Campbell

All you thudbuster haters. Please don't knock...

All you thudbuster haters. Please don't knock them if you haven't tried them. It does an infinitely better job of smoothing out the bumps than a sprung brooks (as I said earlier I use one with a...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-02-05, 05:29 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,011
Posted By Doug Campbell

I have a B-66 on my mountain/city bike and a B-17...

I have a B-66 on my mountain/city bike and a B-17 on my Bike Friday. I bought the B-66 because I thought it would be better on the more upright mountain bike. However, in retrospect, I wish I had...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-14-05, 02:57 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 655
Posted By Doug Campbell

Bike Friday makes a trailer using a rubbermaid...

Bike Friday makes a trailer using a rubbermaid container, or you could buy the Bike Friday trailer frame and bolt it to the case of your choosing. Another approach that would be cheaper is to get a...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-13-05, 01:37 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,846
Posted By Doug Campbell

My NWT is the most comfortable bike that I've...

My NWT is the most comfortable bike that I've ever owned. Perfect fit. Bike Friday builds them to fit you and then gives you 30 days guarantee, so you can modify the fit if you want. How can you...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-11-05, 05:53 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 605
Posted By Doug Campbell

I have an Actionbent trailer and a Bike Friday...

I have an Actionbent trailer and a Bike Friday and was thinking about doing the same thing. However, Bike Friday's web-site does not recommend using Bike Fridays with single wheel trailers. ...
Forum: Touring
11-08-05, 01:48 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 5,087
Posted By Doug Campbell

My new, Red, Bike Friday New World Tourist is...

My new, Red, Bike Friday New World Tourist is called "Red Rover".
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-05-05, 08:41 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,263
Posted By Doug Campbell

Thudbuster on my Bike Friday

I've had my New World Tourist for 3 weeks and love it more every day. I have even sold my Lemond Zurich and my Trek 520 since I prefer the BF to either one. I was amazed by the comfort of the bike....
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-05-05, 08:21 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 926
Posted By Doug Campbell

What a heartbreak! For what it's worth, I've had...

What a heartbreak! For what it's worth, I've had my new NWT for 3 weeks and I've never had a bike perform better in my life. Hang in there, I know that Bike Friday will quickly make it right.
Forum: Touring
11-01-05, 09:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 714
Posted By Doug Campbell

Wow! Never thought of folding the bike at night. ...

Wow! Never thought of folding the bike at night. Got a nice silinylon (or whatever it's called) that weighs nothing and would be more than big enough. Thanks for all the suggestions.
Forum: Touring
10-31-05, 09:19 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 808
Posted By Doug Campbell

Read the following article on bicycle fitting by...

Read the following article on bicycle fitting by Peter White. In my opinion it's the only article on this subject that makes sense. http://peterwhitecycles.com/fitting.htm
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-31-05, 09:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 548
Posted By Doug Campbell

Try "Framesets". There are 135 currently...

Try "Framesets". There are 135 currently listed.
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-31-05, 08:21 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 627
Posted By Doug Campbell

Tent for me + Bike Friday

I know that this has been done to death, but I'm having trouble doing the research. Since I've got my new $2,500 Bike Friday, I'm a little paranoid about leaving it outside when camping. I know,...
Forum: Touring
10-31-05, 08:20 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 714
Posted By Doug Campbell

Tent For Me + Bike Friday

I know that this has been done to death, but I'm having trouble doing the research. Since I've got my new $2,500 Bike Friday, I'm a little paranoid about leaving it outside. I know, that in...
Forum: Touring
10-28-05, 02:12 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 952
Posted By Doug Campbell

Here's a neat trick. Arkel (see their web-site)...

Here's a neat trick. Arkel (see their web-site) sells their outstanding mounting hardware that they use on their panniers for about $22.00 a pair. I bought a pair and mounted them on some...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-27-05, 05:48 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 945
Posted By Doug Campbell

By taller geariing I meant the higher speed gear...

By taller geariing I meant the higher speed gear that you get from having the smaller cogs of the Capreo hub. You made the right choice. What color?
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-27-05, 03:06 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 945
Posted By Doug Campbell

Just received my NWT two weeks ago (same model...

Just received my NWT two weeks ago (same model and upgrades as yours). After having ridden it for two weeks, I'm convinced that those guys are geniuses (geneii?). The bike is super responsive and...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-24-05, 06:06 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,770
Posted By Doug Campbell

Why Doesn't Your Poll Include Cycle Touring? ...

Why Doesn't Your Poll Include Cycle Touring? This Is An Area Where Seniors Can Be As Competitive As Anyone And, For Me, The Most Enjoyable.
Forum: Touring
10-21-05, 08:27 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 454
Posted By Doug Campbell

Need Help with Ortlieb Handlebar Bag

Just received a new Ortlieb Ultimate 4 medium handlebar bag (new one that locks to the handlebar). Oh the problems of buying sight-unseen. Ortlieb uses a cable that wraps around the handlebar and...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-21-05, 07:08 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 482
Posted By Doug Campbell

Need Help With Ortlieb Handlebar Bag

Just received a new Ortlieb Ultimate 4 medium handlebar bag (new one that locks to the handlebar). Oh the problems of buying sight-unseen. Ortlieb uses a cable that wraps around the handlebar and...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-20-05, 06:08 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 521
Posted By Doug Campbell

One of the reasons that I bought a Bike Friday...

One of the reasons that I bought a Bike Friday was because of their excellent customer support. I haven't had the opportunity to use it yet but other people have told me stories that made me feel...
Forum: Touring
10-16-05, 07:11 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,301
Posted By Doug Campbell

They are simple and robust and won't fail in a...

They are simple and robust and won't fail in a remote location on a long tour AND are compatable with any deraillers (ie. if you swap to a MTB crankset and front derailler on your 520, as many do,...
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-15-05, 07:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,095
Posted By Doug Campbell

I was seduced by Denise Goldberg

Yes, Denise's excellent travel journals in "Crazyguyonabike" and the postings of many of you on this forum, seduced me into dropping $2500 on a Bike Friday. It arrived yesterday and all I can say...
Forum: Touring
09-30-05, 11:47 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 419
Posted By Doug Campbell

Well, I think the best way for me to go is to get...

Well, I think the best way for me to go is to get a roomy summer weight primaloft bag (Big Agnes) and take my summerweight down bag as a liner, should I need it. Seems like the cheapest and most...
Forum: Touring
09-27-05, 05:28 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 419
Posted By Doug Campbell

Sleeping Bag for UK

I am planning on doing a lot of cycle touring in the UK and, because it rains there from time to time, I have decided to leave my down bag at home and purchase a synthetic bag. As I haven't bought a...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-26-05, 03:50 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,176
Posted By Doug Campbell

Hey, I was feeling a bit apprehensive about such ...

Hey, I was feeling a bit apprehensive about such a big purchase and then I remembered that, in the past, I have spent more money than that on chrome for a Harley.
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-26-05, 11:01 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,176
Posted By Doug Campbell

I just did the same thing except went for Ultegra...

I just did the same thing except went for Ultegra componants. The sticker shock is profound. However, I have communicated with a couple of Bike Friday owners. The good news is that they like their...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
09-25-05, 08:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 744
Posted By Doug Campbell

I have a folding "BOB clone" that would seem to...

I have a folding "BOB clone" that would seem to fit the bill (if you like the BOB). I purchased it in the U.S. However, this is an Australian dealer selling the trailer (not in NZ, but a lot...
Forum: Touring
09-25-05, 08:23 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,805
Posted By Doug Campbell

I agree with Stokell. High quality panniers are...

I agree with Stokell. High quality panniers are worth much more than the contents. In searching for panniers, my first priority is to secure the panniers. Based on the research that I have done,...
Forum: Touring
09-24-05, 08:41 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,290
Posted By Doug Campbell

Two articles well worth reading. The first is...

Two articles well worth reading. The first is written by physician and lays out a myriad of potential causes among which is bicycle fitting.
...
Forum: Commuting
09-22-05, 09:11 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 539
Posted By Doug Campbell

Got mine a couple of weeks ago and agree woith...

Got mine a couple of weeks ago and agree woith Marylandnewbie's comments. I, also, did not want to mount the fender stays with the quick release. My solution was to leave the fender off. I'm not...
Forum: Touring
09-19-05, 11:54 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 626
Posted By Doug Campbell

TUBUS Cargo and one of theTubus front racks,...

TUBUS Cargo and one of theTubus front racks, depending on the configuration you want. There are other great brands out there, I'll let other owners comment on them, but you can't go wrong with...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-18-05, 11:01 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,473
Posted By Doug Campbell

If you are looking to purchase a bike in December...

If you are looking to purchase a bike in December or January, now is a great time to start talking to Bike Friday. They can take a couple of months to build your bike, after you have decided what...
Forum: Touring
09-17-05, 07:56 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 671
Posted By Doug Campbell

What LBSs don't seem to realize is tha only way...

What LBSs don't seem to realize is tha only way they can compete is with SERVICE (not price). I try to use the LBS as much as possible, but am constantly dismayed. A few weeks ago, I wanted to get...
Forum: Touring
09-16-05, 10:12 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,683
Posted By Doug Campbell

Well, I have to add my two cents worth. Reading...

Well, I have to add my two cents worth. Reading this forum is costing me a fortune, but biking just gets better and better. I received my Shimano sandals a few days ago (on sale at Performance) and...
Forum: Commuting
09-16-05, 04:41 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,827
Posted By Doug Campbell

"Pedal your A** off" T-shirt.

I ordered a really neat T-shirt from www.1lesscar.com . It shows the sillouette of a guy with a really huge butt riding a bike and underneath it says "PEDAL YOUR ASS OFF". I thought it was a riot. ...
Forum: Touring
09-16-05, 04:27 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 626
Posted By Doug Campbell

Mine is not an 06, so I can't really comment (if...

Mine is not an 06, so I can't really comment (if they have changed it). However since Trek has never listened to anybody regarding the crankset, why would they listen to anyone about the rack. I...
Forum: Touring
09-14-05, 06:10 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 641
Posted By Doug Campbell

I took that same route between Phoenix and San...

I took that same route between Phoenix and San Diego some years ago on a motorcycle and nearly died from exposure. No kidding. Freezing weather, blowing snow over the mountains. Was nice & warm...
Forum: Touring
09-13-05, 09:41 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,663
Posted By Doug Campbell

Love that Hilleberg Akto. They make great tents...

Love that Hilleberg Akto. They make great tents and that looks about perfect. I will probably get one eventually. This tent is for my travels in England and I will be leaving it there (at my...
Forum: Touring
09-13-05, 08:21 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,663
Posted By Doug Campbell

Recommendations on tent

I am looking for a tent for touring. It has to have the following three features: Big enough for me (6'2") and my panniers; be green or some other inconspicuous color; have the poles be removable so...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-06-05, 07:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 612
Posted By Doug Campbell

No, there's nothing really loose on this trailer....

No, there's nothing really loose on this trailer. The four pivot points are bolts secured with nuts with nylon inserts to stop them loosening. They could be snugged up, if necessary. The bracket...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-06-05, 06:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 612
Posted By Doug Campbell

Received my trailer today. VERY NICE!!. The...

Received my trailer today. VERY NICE!!. The only thing that was mediocre was the bag. They show it like it is the dry bag (as in the Yak). It is really a bag to carry the trailer in when folded. ...
Forum: Touring
09-06-05, 12:20 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 641
Posted By Doug Campbell

After much anguish I sold two of my bikes and...

After much anguish I sold two of my bikes and bought a Bike Friday custom fitted to me. The reason that I did it is because I was struggling with the same issues as you. With regard to rental cars,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-04-05, 07:42 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 5,544
Posted By Doug Campbell

While your at Barnes & Nobles, check out Cycling...

While your at Barnes & Nobles, check out Cycling Plus , and English mag. Not bad.
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-01-05, 07:10 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,649
Posted By Doug Campbell

It will be ready on October 10th. I will then be...

It will be ready on October 10th. I will then be putting XT or XTR componants and drop handlebars with bar-end shifters, Can hardly wait.
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-01-05, 02:34 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,649
Posted By Doug Campbell

Well, I bought the cheapest model of the NWT. ...

Well, I bought the cheapest model of the NWT. The only thing that I upgraded was the wheels. I told the guy that basically, I wanted a frameset so I wanted the cheapest bike, with the frame I...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-31-05, 08:28 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,649
Posted By Doug Campbell

Dave - I think you've hit on my solution, the...

Dave - I think you've hit on my solution, the Pocket Tourist. I spoke to BF's "consultant on the phone. The basics of what I told him was that I wanted a bike that would fit me (60cm) and support...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-31-05, 08:11 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 612
Posted By Doug Campbell

Just bought one, today. Am looking forward to...

Just bought one, today. Am looking forward to trying it out. I'll post feedback.
Forum: Touring
08-31-05, 01:21 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 974
Posted By Doug Campbell

With regard to gravel roads, I guess it depands...

With regard to gravel roads, I guess it depands on what you mean by gravel. As I said there is very little tread on them. Other than that the Contact is a tough tire. It even has kevlar...
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