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Forum: Touring
11-22-08, 10:56 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 772
Posted By telf

Touring Bike with S&S Couplings Suggestions.

This may not be a touring bike question. I do however really respect the opinions of the touring bike community here.

So I have a few tours under my belt. I own a a pretty standard LHT with most...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-21-07, 09:18 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,568
Posted By telf

Ok, did a lot of errands today. I finally...

Ok, did a lot of errands today. I finally figured out a good way to use that bottom loop for the extra strappage. I was erroneously feeding the d-ring through the strap and pulling all the extra...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-21-07, 08:36 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,568
Posted By telf

Just got back from my local Friends of the...

Just got back from my local Friends of the Library book sale. Really got to test out the bag through multiple trips stuffed to capacity with heavy ass books. I just want to reiterate that I love...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-21-07, 03:28 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,568
Posted By telf

I've found that I actually prefer just to tuck...

I've found that I actually prefer just to tuck the D-ring behind the strap itself. This way it sits tight under my cuddly love handles.

That U-lock position is clever. I'm a back pocket kind of...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-20-07, 02:58 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,568
Posted By telf

Got mine as well. The quality looks...

Got mine as well.

The quality looks excellent. I'm really picky about the shoulder stitching and the strap system on my bags. This design looks bomb proof. The flap is nice and loooooong. I...
Forum: Touring
04-19-07, 01:43 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,010
Posted By telf

I went back and read the context. Sorry for...

I went back and read the context. Sorry for getting preachy.
Forum: Touring
04-18-07, 03:40 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,010
Posted By telf

Mine just came in today. Road it home. Very...

Mine just came in today. Road it home. Very smooth. Very upright, caught me offguard, but very comfy. 950 from LBS after some haggling.
Forum: Touring
04-18-07, 10:15 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 420
Posted By telf

I know you told us to ignore this thread, but I'd...

I know you told us to ignore this thread, but I'd check out http://bikeforums.net/showthread.php?t=262432 as well. It's still active and provides a great step by step process. The poster seems to...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-18-07, 09:38 AM
Replies: 442
Views: 23,897
Posted By telf

You're an idiot. Or a troll. Why would you even...

You're an idiot. Or a troll. Why would you even write something like that? Seriously, why would you even write that? What were you trying to accomplish?
Forum: Touring
04-18-07, 01:52 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,010
Posted By telf

When you're dropping 1k on a bike sometimes it's...

When you're dropping 1k on a bike sometimes it's ok to eat a few bucks. There's no way most small shops can beat that price, but they can come pretty close to matching it. I'd feel a lot better if...
Forum: Touring
04-17-07, 11:39 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,185
Posted By telf

Whew. My bike should be in by the 19th, that...

Whew. My bike should be in by the 19th, that gives me enough time to measure. I'd be bummed if I couldn't put an order in before my tour.
Forum: Touring
04-17-07, 11:36 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,010
Posted By telf

I said it in another post, but seriously try and...

I said it in another post, but seriously try and talk with your local bike shop. My regular LBS was able to knock the complete LHT from 1200 to 950. It makes a big difference to the little guys. I...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-17-07, 11:32 PM
Replies: 442
Views: 23,897
Posted By telf

pics..... need.... pics.... Sorry about the...

pics..... need.... pics....

Sorry about the machines, that sucks. Hope everything works itself out.
Forum: Touring
04-16-07, 09:49 PM
Replies: 356
Views: 399,185
Posted By telf

I came very close to buying the LHT at Jenson but...

I came very close to buying the LHT at Jenson but in the end went with my LBS. The Jenson price is great, but if you explain your siutation to your fav LBS, they might be willing to work with you. ...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
04-16-07, 01:40 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,924
Posted By telf

That Eureka Bag on Cabela's looks like a great...

That Eureka Bag on Cabela's looks like a great deal. Where did you find the compresses size of it? BTW, that Chipotle Burrito comparison is a great size reference.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-16-07, 01:24 PM
Replies: 442
Views: 23,897
Posted By telf

Sweet. Can't wait.

Sweet. Can't wait.
Forum: Touring
04-15-07, 12:24 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 932
Posted By telf

Great list of things. I'm glad you're going with...

Great list of things. I'm glad you're going with a Hennessey, I feel more validated in packing mine along.
Forum: Touring
04-13-07, 01:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,128
Posted By telf

Geoff, Nice set up! That looks like the...

Geoff,

Nice set up! That looks like the package I'm leaning towards.
Forum: Touring
04-13-07, 01:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,128
Posted By telf

Yeah, I've been talking with Wayne. He seems...

Yeah, I've been talking with Wayne. He seems like a cool guy. Will definitely buy through him. After talking with a few friends, I think that I'll go Ortlieb all the way. Might have to check out...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-12-07, 08:59 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 6,505
Posted By telf

FlippingHades, what is the reflective material...

FlippingHades, what is the reflective material used in that pic and where can I get some? I'm not a bag maker, but would love to be able to sew that stuff on to some of my gear.

I've seen a few...
Forum: Touring
04-11-07, 03:37 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,128
Posted By telf

Best combination of Ortlieb, Carradice, and Arkel.

It seems that one could save a lot of money by buying a package deal and sticking to just one brand of bags, but would there be advantages to combining different brands? IE Would it make sense to...
Forum: Touring
04-10-07, 11:57 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,722
Posted By telf

Not to mention, a lot cheaper.

Not to mention, a lot cheaper.
Forum: Touring
04-10-07, 11:49 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,722
Posted By telf

Your approach does seem considerably more...

Your approach does seem considerably more practical, especially when cliffs are invloved.
Forum: Touring
04-10-07, 02:43 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,722
Posted By telf

I was more concerned with something I could rest...

I was more concerned with something I could rest my elbows on to take pressure off my wrists over a long ride. I guess aerobar isn't technically the right term, rather something for comfort. ...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-09-07, 08:26 PM
Replies: 442
Views: 23,897
Posted By telf

I personally like the Ohio logo, but it took me a...

I personally like the Ohio logo, but it took me a while to figure it out. Originally I thought it was a stylised Transformers symbol.

Can't wait to see the final pics.
Forum: Touring
04-09-07, 08:22 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,722
Posted By telf

I'd never heard of grip shapes before, but they...

I'd never heard of grip shapes before, but they seem like an obivious and effective idea.

Any thoughts on aerobars?

Luckily I have a Brooks B17 with maybe about 500-700 miles on. I was...
Forum: Touring
04-09-07, 03:41 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,722
Posted By telf

Well.... As an impulse buy I broke down and...

Well.... As an impulse buy I broke down and bought the Surly LHT complete. I feel bad not going through an LBS, but there was a $300 price difference. I can't ignore that.

I know there is...
Forum: Touring
04-09-07, 11:51 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,722
Posted By telf

Nice. I'll have to start crunching some numbers.

Nice. I'll have to start crunching some numbers.
Forum: Touring
04-08-07, 02:53 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,722
Posted By telf

n4zou, That's an awesome link, thanks. Good...

n4zou,
That's an awesome link, thanks. Good thoughts on additional mods.

Late,
1. Realistically 1500 US. I'd be interested in a no compromise dream scenario as well.
2. Occasional light...
Forum: Touring
04-07-07, 11:07 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,722
Posted By telf

Sorry, this question is definitely too broad. I...

Sorry, this question is definitely too broad. I know that a lot of my questions can be answered through some snooping around the forums. You guys can just weigh in on the advantages/disadvantages...
Forum: Touring
04-07-07, 10:57 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,722
Posted By telf

Big Dummy as Touring Frame. Dream Build?

My LBS speculates that the Big Dummy might be shipping mid April, even if this is not true, I'm stoked. What do you guys think about the Big Dummy as a touring frame? I love the idea of all that...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-05-07, 01:21 PM
Replies: 442
Views: 23,897
Posted By telf

None more black.

None more black.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-05-07, 10:46 AM
Replies: 442
Views: 23,897
Posted By telf

Ok, I guess I'm allowed to post again since Dan...

Ok, I guess I'm allowed to post again since Dan has given us some more info on the bag. Dan stated on his blog link that he was trying to design a plastic quick release, I'm personally against...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-03-07, 12:13 PM
Replies: 442
Views: 23,897
Posted By telf

This is my last post in this topic as it's...

This is my last post in this topic as it's degenerated into a flame out. I think Ken made some really valid points and we shouldn't keep writing him off as crazy. His last point by point post...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-03-07, 01:16 AM
Replies: 442
Views: 23,897
Posted By telf

For real.

Yeah people need to drop this anti hipster shtick. More people are riding bikes, they need to carry their stuff. Get over it. I don't care how they dress, I'm just glad they're out riding. Why do...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-01-07, 04:40 AM
Replies: 442
Views: 23,897
Posted By telf

I totally missed the skulls and femurs bits, nice.

I totally missed the skulls and femurs bits, nice.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-01-07, 04:39 AM
Replies: 442
Views: 23,897
Posted By telf

Pemdas, The Bagaboo workhorse has some semi...

Pemdas,

The Bagaboo workhorse has some semi ridgid padding on the outside and the option for additional padding with a sleeve that can be used to hold folders etc. I don't see why you couldn't...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-31-07, 01:45 AM
Replies: 442
Views: 23,897
Posted By telf

This is for people who are bad at math like...

This is for people who are bad at math like myself. I just had google do the calculations for me:
19 inches X 14 inches x 10 inches gives us a capacity of 43.5 liters. This is about 2655 cubic...
Forum: Commuting
03-20-07, 01:09 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,911
Posted By telf

Just wanted to let you guys know that Tamas at...

Just wanted to let you guys know that Tamas at Bagaboo already told me that it wasn't possible. Oh well.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-13-07, 10:16 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 6,796
Posted By telf

Hey, has this fallen through then? I just got...

Hey, has this fallen through then? I just got some email from Tamas and he said that he'd "welcome" a larger order from bikeforum members. What are the limiting factors here? What can we do to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-12-07, 03:23 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,430
Posted By telf

Now I really want to add the Newks...

Now I really want to add the Newks (http://www.kinetics.org.uk/assets/images/853_04_small.jpg) to the front 'horns (http://www.bikeman.com/images/stories/ProductTesting/h_bar_test_02.jpg)' of the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-12-07, 12:25 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,430
Posted By telf

Actually.... I did some snooping and emailed the...

Actually.... I did some snooping and emailed the editor of the magazine. He says they are Newks, which were really popular a few years ago. Unfortunately it was a one man business and the owner...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-11-07, 07:52 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,430
Posted By telf

Ok, it looks like Titec makes a cheaper aluminum...

Ok, it looks like Titec makes a cheaper aluminum version (http://http://aebike.com/page.cfm?action=details&PageID=30&SKU=HB2340). At around $50 that is much cheaper. I'm not sure if it's just the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-11-07, 07:35 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,430
Posted By telf

Awesome, thanks guys. Didn't see those bars...

Awesome, thanks guys. Didn't see those bars listed at speedgoat, but a quick search for "jones h bar" on google got some results. I can't tell if they're the same, but they look like a similar...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-11-07, 03:07 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,430
Posted By telf

What kinds of bars are these?

I was reading an older velovision article regarding PAC bags and saw some pics of really unique handlebars that look like they'd be great to ride with. Unfortunately the article is in PDF format.
...
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