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Forum: Touring
07-23-21, 11:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,142
Posted By flyjimmy

D and H canal

Anyone familiar with the D and H canal. Can you bike from Port Jervis? Are there places to camp.I’m trying to plan a couple day camping trip with my 13 year old. I can reach Port Jervis By train.
04-01-21, 07:49 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,499
Posted By flyjimmy

Don’t do anything other then make sure the brakes...

Don’t do anything other then make sure the brakes work. Ride it then ride it again. Lose some weight. Eventually you
might want something else.
03-13-21, 09:00 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,918
Posted By flyjimmy

I don’t think I “pooped” since I was 5.

I don’t think I “pooped” since I was 5.
Forum: Touring
12-02-20, 07:36 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,622
Posted By flyjimmy

Sure, I get the comments all the time. “hey get...

Sure, I get the comments all the time. “hey get out of the way gay!” “ you belong on the sidewalk gay!” “Can’t afford a car? Gay” ... but I just press on and continue riding on the hundreds of miles...
Forum: Touring
12-02-20, 07:31 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,622
Posted By flyjimmy

Impossible! Did they even have Lycra in 1895?

Impossible! Did they even have Lycra in 1895?
11-28-20, 04:11 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,433
Posted By flyjimmy

this plus 5 or 6. Tie wrap the crank to the chain...

this plus 5 or 6. Tie wrap the crank to the chain stay.
11-28-20, 08:50 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,479
Posted By flyjimmy

I’m 55. This past spring my 12 year old pointed...

I’m 55. This past spring my 12 year old pointed out that my drop bars were tilted to far up. I pointed out that he was 12 and I was 55. Anyway I adjusted them to match his. After a short ride I put...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-22-20, 04:55 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 7,522
Posted By flyjimmy

I am to scared to try it. Or at least my wallet...

I am to scared to try it. Or at least my wallet is!
Forum: Road Cycling
11-21-20, 09:08 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 7,522
Posted By flyjimmy

The Pinarello fits the taillight much better....

The Pinarello fits the taillight much better. Honestly that other bike looked great but the lack of electronic shifting and disc brakes renders it utterly useless. You made the right call! Have fun!
10-02-20, 04:12 PM
Replies: 212
Views: 19,755
Posted By flyjimmy

It’s a bit gimmicky. Anyone black or white or...

It’s a bit gimmicky. Anyone black or white or purple in the market for a Rivendell certainly doesn’t need any help. If I were black I would think a 10% bicycle discount to somehow help to makeup...
Forum: Touring
03-31-20, 04:36 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 15,065
Posted By flyjimmy

They are certainly pressurized.

They are certainly pressurized.
03-01-20, 11:36 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 5,191
Posted By flyjimmy

I prefer a non caloric silicone based cooking...

I prefer a non caloric silicone based cooking spray.
03-01-20, 10:34 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 5,191
Posted By flyjimmy

Would that be 100 times a minute?

Would that be 100 times a minute?
Forum: Touring
02-17-20, 09:22 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,512
Posted By flyjimmy

My 11 year old and I stayed there in July. He...

My 11 year old and I stayed there in July. He loved the shower. I hope they stay opened.
01-11-20, 09:15 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,884
Posted By flyjimmy

Thanks for clarifying this. I for one was was...

Thanks for clarifying this. I for one was was extremely distraught by the original post. Please send me a set of Aerolus pro 3 V wheels to help with my anguish and restore my faith in Trek.
Forum: Touring
01-09-20, 07:03 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,696
Posted By flyjimmy

I kinda think that if you need this kind of...

I kinda think that if you need this kind of advice then you should be camping far far away from others.
01-09-20, 06:47 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,745
Posted By flyjimmy

”Obnoxious” is the only polite response I can...

”Obnoxious” is the only polite response I can think of for this post.
12-31-19, 01:31 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 5,671
Posted By flyjimmy

And for an encore of political incorrectness...

And for an encore of political incorrectness maybe a remake of the Schwinn Cotton Picker.
12-11-19, 07:41 PM
Replies: 162
Views: 15,645
Posted By flyjimmy

...and bike!

...and bike!
Forum: Touring
11-21-19, 06:45 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,116
Posted By flyjimmy

The age of the RV policy is not so much about...

The age of the RV policy is not so much about appearance as it is about the issue of abandonment. Most trailers decline in price quickly and many are abandoned at RV parks and leave the RV park with...
10-29-19, 03:26 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,258
Posted By flyjimmy

My Checkpoint Alr 5 has 40s with room to spare.

My Checkpoint Alr 5 has 40s with room to spare.
07-01-19, 07:34 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 11,232
Posted By flyjimmy

I always carry two helmets. A road bike one for...

I always carry two helmets. A road bike one for paved surfaces and a mountain bike helmet for the dirt. Should I plan on 3 or will a new gravel specific helmet suffice for all non paved roads? Or...
07-01-19, 07:30 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 11,232
Posted By flyjimmy

I love the banana helmet. It would go perfect...

I love the banana helmet. It would go perfect with my coconut bikini top.
06-30-19, 09:18 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,403
Posted By flyjimmy

I do have the same Bontrager pro 3 rims on my...

I do have the same Bontrager pro 3 rims on my road bike (without the v designation) and have been happy so far. There is no rush to get new wheels on the gravel bike so it’s nice to hear different...
06-30-19, 01:34 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,403
Posted By flyjimmy

Do you think 25mm vs 23mm internal is that much...

Do you think 25mm vs 23mm internal is that much of a difference? Assuming 40mm tires. Is there a point where it becomes too wide?
06-30-19, 01:13 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,403
Posted By flyjimmy

Thanks. The biggest difference is the Bontrager...

Thanks. The biggest difference is the Bontrager rims are 25 mm internal verses 23mm for the Hunts. Hunt is also a bit cheaper. I’m wondering what would be better for 40 mm tires.
06-28-19, 03:53 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,403
Posted By flyjimmy

Hunt 35 Carbon Gravel or Bontrager Aerolus Pro 3V?

For my Checkpoint ALR 5. Thoughts on either?
Forum: Commuting
06-20-19, 05:33 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,874
Posted By flyjimmy

Bontrager quick release pvc basket and rack

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/66a68521_29cc_4c4e_871d_cfe7df711927_cd6ea5b0d0f7e0bbb055597b717c16ac4c504ac8.jpeg

Quick release basket and trunk Also for sale
Forum: Commuting
06-20-19, 05:28 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,874
Posted By flyjimmy

Bontrager PVC wicker basket

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/df617e72_b09b_4c3b_9fc5_b3dd60f660aa_a35478b187990975a3f87ac629f84382a9a4fe6e.jpeg
06-13-19, 08:15 PM
Replies: 161
Views: 25,712
Posted By flyjimmy

HAY! That was funny!

HAY! That was funny!
06-13-19, 08:08 PM
Replies: 170
Views: 23,505
Posted By flyjimmy

I find that with most nonessential purchases the...

I find that with most nonessential purchases the critics acceptable maximum price is whatever they paid for their similar purchase.
06-13-19, 08:03 PM
Replies: 170
Views: 23,505
Posted By flyjimmy

The key to understanding the original post lies...

The key to understanding the original post lies with “if I had..”.
06-10-19, 05:25 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 11,749
Posted By flyjimmy

I never never noticed.

I never never noticed.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-02-19, 05:46 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,859
Posted By flyjimmy

Nice to know. Thanks

Nice to know. Thanks
Forum: Road Cycling
06-02-19, 07:10 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,859
Posted By flyjimmy

What year is your Émonda and does it have rim or...

What year is your Émonda and does it have rim or disc brakes?

the ALR 4 rim brake model is slightly above the OPs budget. Maybe a sale or a bit of negotiations could make it work. I have an ALR 6...
05-24-19, 02:36 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 14,490
Posted By flyjimmy

Pedestrians have a right to cross at the the...

Pedestrians have a right to cross at the the crosswalk. It wouldn’t be prudent to step into the path of a speeding car.
05-24-19, 02:31 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 14,490
Posted By flyjimmy

So to be clear. One is the victim of assault....

So to be clear. One is the victim of assault. Then as far as we know does not file a police report or take any legal action. He then goes on a public forum for advice alluding to defending himself...
05-24-19, 02:18 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,164
Posted By flyjimmy

Cool jersey! Thanks for posting.

Cool jersey! Thanks for posting.
05-24-19, 02:15 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,164
Posted By flyjimmy

I know a guy who was a train conductor and is now...

I know a guy who was a train conductor and is now a flight attendant. He was never a lawyer.
05-24-19, 02:13 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,164
Posted By flyjimmy

Yesterday I had coffee with a lawyer. He didn’t...

Yesterday I had coffee with a lawyer. He didn’t break any rules or laws that I know. He also was not wearing a jersey.
05-24-19, 07:12 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 14,490
Posted By flyjimmy

If you choose to knowingly go where you will...

If you choose to knowingly go where you will most likely find trouble is it really self defense if you get into an altercation? It’s a fine line but starts to sound like vigilantism.
Forum: Touring
05-24-19, 07:00 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 11,412
Posted By flyjimmy

Does anyone know if I would need reservations for...

Does anyone know if I would need reservations for camping during the last week in June?
05-17-19, 04:54 AM
Replies: 378
Views: 43,691
Posted By flyjimmy

40 hours plus commute time. Add a couple of kids...

40 hours plus commute time. Add a couple of kids with soccer practice and a host of other activities and time gets pretty scarce. I get that that volunteer work is a nice thing. Some just don’t have...
05-16-19, 01:09 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 12,025
Posted By flyjimmy

Report it to the police. If they are bulling you...

Report it to the police. If they are bulling you they are probably doing it to others as well. It can hurt to have it documented.
05-16-19, 05:18 AM
Replies: 378
Views: 43,691
Posted By flyjimmy

So a guy who works all week and has no time to...

So a guy who works all week and has no time to volunteer doesn’t “earn” the bike he buys his kid at Walmart?
05-15-19, 08:21 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 16,685
Posted By flyjimmy

That should make your riding partners ride...

That should make your riding partners ride faster. So they can stay upwind.
Forum: Commuting
05-14-19, 04:57 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,841
Posted By flyjimmy

So you debated with yourself over stealing a...

So you debated with yourself over stealing a kickstand? Sorta like justifying stealing the ATM because the bank has just been robbed anyway.
Forum: Commuting
05-13-19, 06:04 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,183
Posted By flyjimmy

Someone posted something about 1000 and the...

Someone posted something about 1000 and the Atlantic Ocean. Maybe I miss read but I took it to mean that prices were 1000 more in the USA.
Forum: Commuting
05-13-19, 05:40 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,183
Posted By flyjimmy

The Amsterdam bike shop prices are about the same...

The Amsterdam bike shop prices are about the same as I’ve seen in Europe. I don’t see a 1000 dollar difference.
Forum: Commuting
05-12-19, 10:53 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 7,840
Posted By flyjimmy

I use the showers pass elite as a shell all...

I use the showers pass elite as a shell all winter rain or shine. The ventilation is great.
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