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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-04-08, 02:13 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 10,921
Posted By jfortier

The Cycling world has truly lost a great friend. ...

The Cycling world has truly lost a great friend.

Although I can't say I knew him, we did cross routes a few times. I remember the first time I met him and "igor", it was a cold January 1st on the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-04-07, 10:09 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,234
Posted By jfortier

Thanks for the link. Now the question is what...

Thanks for the link. Now the question is what type of riv-nuts to use, Steel, Alum, or SS? Is there any functional difference with a CF frame? Theres certainly no dissimilar metal issues, but are...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-04-07, 05:55 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,234
Posted By jfortier

Can rivnuts be used on a carbon frame?

Can rivnuts be used on a carbon frame?
Forum: Training & Nutrition
09-27-07, 01:39 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,029
Posted By jfortier

What do you consider a boat load and at what...

What do you consider a boat load and at what speed or HR zone?

I decided to ride lots so for the last month, with some exceptions, every morning before work I ride 13 miles at an 18.5 avg pace,...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-11-06, 11:11 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 339
Posted By jfortier

I put the bike on the trainer and made some...

I put the bike on the trainer and made some adjustments that were suggested.

The bars were three inches below the saddle, I moved them up about 3/4 of an inch, and brought the saddle forward a...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-11-06, 11:06 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 339
Posted By jfortier

I chose the airstrykes because they have the flip...

I chose the airstrykes because they have the flip up arm pads. I did not look at the Jammers.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-10-06, 04:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 339
Posted By jfortier

Bike setup for aero bars

I just added some clip on aero bars to my road bike, shich has standard drop bars.

I just put on some airstryke bars in the hopes of getting a different position to give my wrists a break. When...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-08-06, 04:47 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,280
Posted By jfortier

I was just at the LBS and saw a guy with a shirt...

I was just at the LBS and saw a guy with a shirt that on the back read "Freinds Don't Let Freinds Ride Junk"
Forum: Road Cycling
07-08-06, 04:44 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 516
Posted By jfortier

OK, I think I'll stick with the rear...

OK, I think I'll stick with the rear droputs/hanger. It seems the easiest.

And yes, if I get more than I need, I can send some back. But theres always the need to upgrade/replace componants, and...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-07-06, 09:41 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 516
Posted By jfortier

Identifying a high end/intermediate bike

So, one of my new employee's family owns several metal recycling yards in a major city. He says the bike pile is huge and they get many a week, and has offered to look out for bikes for me.

So how...
Forum: Touring
05-30-06, 10:46 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 266
Posted By jfortier

I would go to Belmont Wheel Works in Belmont, MA....

I would go to Belmont Wheel Works in Belmont, MA. http://www.wheelworks.com

They have a knowledgeable staff and huge inventory.
Forum: Touring
05-11-06, 02:06 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,428
Posted By jfortier

I can't take credit for this reply...... "I...

I can't take credit for this reply......

"I think it is my obligation to inform you all to avoid this product at this time due to ongoing patent infringement litigation. As soon as I have heard...
Forum: Touring
03-29-06, 09:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 529
Posted By jfortier

Check out Amtrack, Greyhound or regional bus...

Check out Amtrack, Greyhound or regional bus companies.

You will find that not all of them will allow you to bring your bike unboxed, but with some planning and flexibility, you might be able to...
Forum: Touring
03-24-06, 05:41 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 994
Posted By jfortier

Duh! I forgot about my handlebar bag, Large Arkel...

Duh! I forgot about my handlebar bag, Large Arkel of course, which is always on the bike so its easy to forget about I guess. It comes in handy for the above reasons and acts as a map displayer and I...
Forum: Touring
03-22-06, 10:30 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 994
Posted By jfortier

I'm surely not the most experience tourer out...

I'm surely not the most experience tourer out here, but here is what I have…

Rear;

Jandd expedition rack. It is a few inches longer which can help if your chainstays aren't long enough to keep...
Forum: Touring
03-21-06, 08:57 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 863
Posted By jfortier

WOW, cyccommute, there’s a lot to chew on there,...

WOW, cyccommute, there’s a lot to chew on there, thanks.

As far as the shorts, He and I, as most adults and young males are not proportionally the same. The chaffing I felt was due to excess...
Forum: Touring
03-20-06, 10:34 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 863
Posted By jfortier

I forgot to mention that this trip is over the...

I forgot to mention that this trip is over the memorial day weekend in May. The issue with that is going to be campgrounds are probably deserted, too cold for outdoor swimming, and other kids will be...
Forum: Touring
03-20-06, 05:17 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 863
Posted By jfortier

Thanks for the info and words of wisdom. I think...

Thanks for the info and words of wisdom. I think I'll get a couple of pairs of mtb shorts, I didn't think of the _modesty_ issue! any thoughts on the brand? I bought a pair of EMS MTB shorts and did...
Forum: Touring
03-19-06, 11:34 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 863
Posted By jfortier

I am planning on taking my 11 y/o son on a short...

I am planning on taking my 11 y/o son on a short tour this spring. We plan on riding about 50 miles a day for 6 days.

Would he benefit as much as I do from bike shorts that are tight fitting and...
Forum: Touring
03-07-06, 09:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 634
Posted By jfortier

Well, I don't own them, Yet! I've always...

Well, I don't own them, Yet!

I've always wanted to build an old style bike with those big wrap around U shapes bars, and foot wide leather seats with springs. When, not if, I do, I'll get me a set...
Forum: Touring
03-05-06, 07:43 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,797
Posted By jfortier

I will be carrying my sons clothing as well as...

I will be carrying my sons clothing as well as all mine, plus camping gear and bike repair. He is carrying just his sleeping bag. Will the T-28's be able to carry the load?


Jon
Forum: Touring
03-05-06, 07:41 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,797
Posted By jfortier

How much did they charge for the extra pockets?...

How much did they charge for the extra pockets? What do you carry in them?


Jon
Forum: Touring
03-04-06, 05:16 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,797
Posted By jfortier

I'm looking at getting a set of front panniers. I...

I'm looking at getting a set of front panniers. I have the Arkel gt-54's on the rear, and I'm looking at either the GT-18 @ $200+ or the T-28 @ $110.

Are the 18's twice as better than the 28's? ...
Forum: Touring
03-04-06, 11:57 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,024
Posted By jfortier

Bruce's remark about keeping the insulin "within...

Bruce's remark about keeping the insulin "within the temperature ranges recommended for insulin" prompted me to actually read the paperwork that comes in every vial.

My Humalog states "If...
Forum: Touring
03-04-06, 12:45 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,024
Posted By jfortier

I just looked at the Frio, it looks like the cats...

I just looked at the Frio, it looks like the cats meow as far as hot weather.

Anyone know of anybody who has a frio product?
Forum: Touring
03-04-06, 12:36 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,024
Posted By jfortier

Well, I guess that settles it, I'll just take it...

Well, I guess that settles it, I'll just take it along and keep it as cool as possible.

Thanks for the info.
Forum: Touring
03-02-06, 10:12 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,024
Posted By jfortier

any insulin dependent diabetics?

If so, what do you do with your insulin during a tour?

I thought I heard that insulin in the pens does not need refrigeration, but my doctor said today that all insulin needs to be refrigerated.
...
Forum: Touring
02-05-06, 12:05 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,680
Posted By jfortier

I have the jet boil system and I love it. I also...

I have the jet boil system and I love it. I also have an msr superfly stove with the usual cooking pot assortment and I find myself using the jet boil 90% of the time.

It does one thing and it...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-31-06, 10:24 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,373
Posted By jfortier

I also have an older Tange frame that has shifter...

I also have an older Tange frame that has shifter bosses on the downtube. I got the adapters but they don't seem to fit. The ones the lbs gave me, and the ones that I have on my other bike are meant...
Forum: Touring
01-03-06, 10:59 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 883
Posted By jfortier

I second what mtnroads says about the Jandd...

I second what mtnroads says about the Jandd Racks.

You pay more for them, but what you get is a solid rack with many mounting options.

I have strapped all sorts of odd shaped and heavy things...
Forum: Winter Cycling
01-02-06, 11:34 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,036
Posted By jfortier

Thanks to all for the replies To sum things...

Thanks to all for the replies

To sum things up, I did get rid of the cotton and replace it with wicking materials. Also, when I was wearing the fleece, it was 15F (I realise I didn't mention that...
Forum: Winter Cycling
01-01-06, 08:59 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,036
Posted By jfortier

So now my questions are; When you say poly...

So now my questions are;

When you say poly or wool base layer, is it considered a thermal base layer, or is it lightweight?

What weight is the wool sweater. I've looked at the Icebreaker rock...
Forum: Winter Cycling
01-01-06, 08:52 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,036
Posted By jfortier

So, I posted in the "today I wore..." thread some...

So, I posted in the "today I wore..." thread some questions regarding how to improve my layers to warm up.

So heres what we have so far....

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Fleece...
Forum: Winter Cycling
01-01-06, 08:46 PM
Replies: 701
Views: 150,775
Posted By jfortier

Thanks, so as not to get off topic here, I'll...

Thanks, so as not to get off topic here, I'll start a new thread.
Forum: Winter Cycling
12-31-05, 09:08 PM
Replies: 701
Views: 150,775
Posted By jfortier

Fleece balaclava EMS techwick t-shirt, EMS...

Fleece balaclava
EMS techwick t-shirt, EMS Rumney Sweater, PI Barrier Jacket
PI Shorts, PI Amfib Tights, alpaca wool socks, mtb shoes

Temp was 35, and overcast.

A few weeks ago I went for a...
Forum: Touring
08-07-05, 11:11 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,373
Posted By jfortier

Well, July 3rd, a week before I was to go on my...

Well, July 3rd, a week before I was to go on my first short 3 day tour, I went on a semi loaded test ride with the kids while we were camping. I was clipped in, slowly pedaling out of the saddle up a...
Forum: Touring
07-13-05, 12:58 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 834
Posted By jfortier

I can't see myself getting one of these. acantor...

I can't see myself getting one of these. acantor is right, no one has any idea what the flashing or solid light is supposed to mean. Furthermore, they are not looking closely at the light to decifer...
Forum: Touring
07-11-05, 07:33 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,082
Posted By jfortier

I have one of these and I've found if you don't...

I have one of these and I've found if you don't have a method of keeping your front wheel straight when on the stand, it tends to fall over if you blow on it. Of course, I do have a handlebar bag. I...
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