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Forum: Touring
11-21-10, 04:06 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,483
Posted By John Nelson

I carry stuff like that (chamois butter,...

I carry stuff like that (chamois butter, sunscreen, etc.) in prescription pill bottles with those childproof caps. It seems to keep the goo in really well and they come in various sizes. It's easy...
Forum: Touring
11-11-10, 02:12 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 11,838
Posted By John Nelson

Yes, I think they would work. They are listed by...

Yes, I think they would work. They are listed by Schwalbe in the Touring/City class, and they have a weight limit of 100 kg (vs 130 kg for the Marathon Dupreme). But they're less than half the cost...
Forum: Touring
11-11-10, 10:45 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 957
Posted By John Nelson

What you need to take and be prepared for varies...

What you need to take and be prepared for varies depending on whether you're touring in Wisconsin or Mongolia. It also depends on where you fit in the risk vs. weight tradeoff scale. And, it depends...
Forum: Touring
11-09-10, 05:07 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,897
Posted By John Nelson

Does anyone subscribe? Well, nobody subscribes...

Does anyone subscribe? Well, nobody subscribes because they don't sell subscriptions, but 44,500 members receive the magazine.
Forum: Touring
11-05-10, 10:14 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,277
Posted By John Nelson

It's not practical to put 26" wheels on a bike...

It's not practical to put 26" wheels on a bike that came with 700c wheels.
Forum: Touring
10-21-10, 03:23 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,476
Posted By John Nelson

I'm cheap and like my brake pads to last a long...

I'm cheap and like my brake pads to last a long time. So I don't use them unless necessary. Besides, it's fun to see how fast you can go. I especially get a kick out of passing cars. Just don't tell...
Forum: Touring
10-16-10, 10:09 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,632
Posted By John Nelson

If you can get the XR, then in my opinion you...

If you can get the XR, then in my opinion you should consider no other. After 6000 touring miles, I have had zero flats and they still look new. And they are half the weight of the other tires you...
Forum: Touring
10-14-10, 02:44 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,317
Posted By John Nelson

By which time he'll be about 6 weeks behind the...

By which time he'll be about 6 weeks behind the support van with all his stuff in it.
Forum: Touring
10-14-10, 08:31 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,317
Posted By John Nelson

If you ride lots and lose the weight you plan to...

If you ride lots and lose the weight you plan to lose, then you'll be fine. There's no specific training plan you need other than to accumulate the miles. The more miles you accumulate, the easier...
Forum: Touring
10-06-10, 03:03 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,687
Posted By John Nelson

1. ACA maps will likely pay for themselves just...

1. ACA maps will likely pay for themselves just by helping you find free places to stay.
2. Keep your gear weight as light as possible. You can get by with remarkably few clothes. Wear the same ones...
Forum: Touring
09-30-10, 09:54 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 30,626
Posted By John Nelson

I only need my compass about once a week, so it's...

I only need my compass about once a week, so it's no big deal to pull it out of the handlebar bag.
Forum: Touring
09-30-10, 09:30 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,224
Posted By John Nelson

You can usually get away with the load somewhat...

You can usually get away with the load somewhat behind the rear hub if you counterbalance it with weight up front. One good way to do this is to use front panniers and carry the heavy stuff up there.
Forum: Touring
09-30-10, 09:26 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,119
Posted By John Nelson

Look for bike classes. If you have an REI in the...

Look for bike classes. If you have an REI in the area, they offer them. The simple classes that teach you how to repair a flat and lube your chain are free. The more advanced classes teaching you how...
Forum: Touring
09-20-10, 01:09 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 3,970
Posted By John Nelson

Nancy, to be fair, most of us here are touring...

Nancy, to be fair, most of us here are touring cyclists who support your trip. So we are telling you what you want to hear and what we want to believe. But I don't think we're providing you with any...
Forum: Touring
09-17-10, 09:07 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,096
Posted By John Nelson

The bus from Portland to Cannon Beach, Seaside...

The bus from Portland to Cannon Beach, Seaside and Astoria even has free on-board Wi-Fi. I took it this summer from Astoria to Portland. $18. Runs twice a day.
Forum: Touring
09-05-10, 10:43 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,320
Posted By John Nelson

Heel clearance. Durability. Easy on/off. Secure...

Heel clearance. Durability. Easy on/off. Secure mount that won't bounce off. Stiff enough not to hit the spokes/derailleur. Visibility. Easy open/close. Easy to organize your stuff. Fit most...
Forum: Touring
09-02-10, 07:52 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,276
Posted By John Nelson

This problem is fairly easily avoidable by not...

This problem is fairly easily avoidable by not putting the wet towel in the pannier in the first place. I strap my wet stuff to the outside. I can see why people want a breathable jacket, but I'm not...
Forum: Touring
09-01-10, 10:54 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,276
Posted By John Nelson

As a compromise, some people prefer "water...

As a compromise, some people prefer "water resistant" rather than "water proof" because they usually breathe better.
Forum: Touring
09-01-10, 07:35 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,069
Posted By John Nelson

+1

+1
Forum: Touring
08-31-10, 08:20 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,420
Posted By John Nelson

For touring, ignoring those things you are "not...

For touring, ignoring those things you are "not asking about", I don't carry any light that shines forward on the bike. I think most people carry rear blinkies. And I do use one of those things you...
Forum: Touring
08-27-10, 09:06 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,637
Posted By John Nelson

I think dedicated sleeping clothes are a waste of...

I think dedicated sleeping clothes are a waste of weight. I sleep in the cleanest of whatever clothes I have.
Forum: Touring
08-26-10, 02:47 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 4,015
Posted By John Nelson

Really? Measurably? I run 37-622 (both...

Really? Measurably?

I run 37-622 (both Schwalbe XR and Schwalbe Supreme) on my 2009 Trek 520 with no problems.

You can often run larger tires if you give up on having fenders.
Forum: Touring
08-24-10, 05:52 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,172
Posted By John Nelson

Yes, many carry chain whips. Many others carry...

Yes, many carry chain whips. Many others carry homemade, and lighter, chain whips. Many others carry devices such as the hypercracker, AKA Stein Mini Cassette Lockring tool, cited above. Many others...
Forum: Touring
08-23-10, 07:28 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,505
Posted By John Nelson

As long as you have some flexibility as to how...

As long as you have some flexibility as to how long your cycling day is, it's really not necessary to do the math. You get there when you get there. You probably have some kind of an idea as to what...
Forum: Touring
08-23-10, 07:02 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 480
Posted By John Nelson

This is an oft-discussed topic. Approaches vary...

This is an oft-discussed topic. Approaches vary all over the map. It depends on where you tour, what your risk tolerance is, what your weight tolerance is, where you park your bike, how long you...
Forum: Touring
08-22-10, 07:57 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 918
Posted By John Nelson

The Ortlieb rollers won't stick up above the rack...

The Ortlieb rollers won't stick up above the rack if you don't fill them too full. And of course you can always get a rack like the Tubus Logo where the rail you hang the panniers from is below the...
Forum: Touring
08-22-10, 10:51 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 8,317
Posted By John Nelson

On rides from home, I use the bottled Gatorade...

On rides from home, I use the bottled Gatorade rather than the powder, even though it is more expensive, simply to get a larger variety of flavors. I stock up when the 32-ounce bottles are on sale...
Forum: Touring
08-21-10, 05:02 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,232
Posted By John Nelson

The best packing algorithm is the one you can...

The best packing algorithm is the one you can remember.
Forum: Touring
08-19-10, 04:03 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 8,394
Posted By John Nelson

Here are the differences. The text below is...

Here are the differences. The text below is stolen from The Touring Store web site, which incidentally is a great place to buy gear from. See the link below for more information.
...
Forum: Touring
08-17-10, 09:18 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 667
Posted By John Nelson

I suggest you join the Adventure Cycling...

I suggest you join the Adventure Cycling Association and then post a "companions wanted" listing on their web site. This is probably your best bet.
...
Forum: Touring
08-14-10, 06:38 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,515
Posted By John Nelson

Then why not just ride with your hands on the top...

Then why not just ride with your hands on the top bar? It's what most people do anyway. I only use the drops when riding into strong headwinds or on high-speed descents.

Also, I'm sure your arms...
Forum: Touring
08-13-10, 03:02 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,403
Posted By John Nelson

First, it's important to establish what kind of...

First, it's important to establish what kind of material your fork is made from. The key question is whether or not is is carbon fiber.

If not carbon fiber, then a simple "P" clamp will solve...
Forum: Touring
08-13-10, 02:07 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 698
Posted By John Nelson

Or take along a pair of latex gloves and put them...

Or take along a pair of latex gloves and put them on before handling your contacts.
Forum: Touring
08-13-10, 12:09 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,146
Posted By John Nelson

Every time I've tried to get in on a "heck of a...

Every time I've tried to get in on a "heck of a buy" at Niagara, I never got the merchandise and Niagara only refunds the money when you ask for it back. Sometimes I think they're using these...
Forum: Touring
08-13-10, 08:36 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 2,657
Posted By John Nelson

I generally don't even lock my loaded touring...

I generally don't even lock my loaded touring bike outside small-town grocery stores. I just lean it against the front of the store and go in. Not a problem so far.
Forum: Touring
08-13-10, 08:29 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,706
Posted By John Nelson

My average speed for 8,000 non-touring, unloaded...

My average speed for 8,000 non-touring, unloaded miles in 2009 was 15.3. My average speed for 4,500 touring, loaded miles across the U.S. in 2010 was 12.4. Not a perfect apples-to-apples comparison,...
Forum: Touring
08-06-10, 03:38 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,945
Posted By John Nelson

How much time do you have? You say it's 1400...

How much time do you have? You say it's 1400 miles by the major roads, but my guess it will be at least 2000 via roads you'd actually want to ride on. The more time you have, the longer you can make...
Forum: Touring
08-06-10, 07:50 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,121
Posted By John Nelson

Solo is better. You don't need a partner, and are...

Solo is better. You don't need a partner, and are usually better off without one. It's not like you'll be alone anyway. There are a lot of people living in this country.
Forum: Touring
08-05-10, 02:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,184
Posted By John Nelson

Mount it to the rear of the rack. Here's the one...

Mount it to the rear of the rack. Here's the one I use:

http://www.rei.com/product/776955
Forum: Touring
07-19-10, 08:12 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 776
Posted By John Nelson

Lose the Gerber and add a cycling multitool...

Lose the Gerber and add a cycling multitool instead.
Forum: Touring
05-05-10, 12:54 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,467
Posted By John Nelson

Make sure the center of the weight in your rear...

Make sure the center of the weight in your rear bags is not behind the center of the rear hub. Otherwise, you could have trouble. Get the weight as far forward as you can without heel strike....
Forum: Touring
05-04-10, 09:06 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,647
Posted By John Nelson

Yes you can, in limited quanities (up to 4...

Yes you can, in limited quanities (up to 4 ounces) in your checked luggage (if protected against accidental discharge). Check the TSA web site.
Forum: Touring
05-01-10, 04:01 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,811
Posted By John Nelson

If you're the type of guy who generally carries...

If you're the type of guy who generally carries through with what he starts, and if you have the money, then go for the good stuff. What else are you going to spend your money on? On the other hand,...
Forum: Touring
04-29-10, 07:53 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 8,463
Posted By John Nelson

If you judge your speed by who you pass and who...

If you judge your speed by who you pass and who passes you, then I think you're paying attention to the wrong thing. If you ride alone, it doesn't really matter. If you ride with friends, then it...
Forum: Touring
04-29-10, 10:41 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 4,214
Posted By John Nelson

I find a mirror a large advantage on poor-quality...

I find a mirror a large advantage on poor-quality roads. It enables me to keep an eye on that pothole or crack or pile of glass I'm trying to avoid and at the same time make sure a car isn't going to...
Forum: Touring
04-28-10, 11:31 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,387
Posted By John Nelson

I wash in sinks, use a microfiber wash cloth as a...

I wash in sinks, use a microfiber wash cloth as a stopper and shampoo or liquid soap (most of which aren't really a soap anyway, but a detergent). I don't use laundromats as most of my clothes don't...
Forum: Touring
04-26-10, 01:29 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 4,214
Posted By John Nelson

It is many cyclists biggest fear, but...

It is many cyclists biggest fear, but statistically it's a small percentage of car/bike accidents.
Forum: Touring
04-26-10, 01:21 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 962
Posted By John Nelson

Looks like a Tubus Duo to me.

Looks like a Tubus Duo to me.
Forum: Touring
04-25-10, 06:03 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 4,214
Posted By John Nelson

I also use the "take a look" and like...

I also use the "take a look" and like it.
Forum: Touring
04-23-10, 03:35 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 685
Posted By John Nelson

I rode west to east last July. The traffic is not...

I rode west to east last July. The traffic is not light, but it's manageable--it won't be "packed". Try to do it on a weekday if possible. Get over the top by early afternoon, not just for the...
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