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Search: Posts Made By: Dream Cyclery
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Forum: Touring
10-13-16, 04:07 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 12,804
Posted By Dream Cyclery

This is not the main reason. The pivot...

This is not the main reason.

The pivot points where the rear dropouts attach to the frame is much wider than other frames. Also the Wright style frame ends make the bolts recessed into the...
Forum: Touring
10-12-16, 03:04 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,998
Posted By Dream Cyclery

Bicycle touring is different from backpacking. ...

Bicycle touring is different from backpacking. You might be in a situation where you have to pitch you tent inside a building. I like Cuben Fiber, but it transmit too much light for my liking.
Forum: Touring
10-12-16, 02:56 PM
Replies: 170
Views: 19,096
Posted By Dream Cyclery

As a person who is working industry, this is not...

As a person who is working industry, this is not true. Demand does not dictate the MSRP prices. They will stop the production altogether.
Forum: Touring
10-12-16, 11:45 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 13,328
Posted By Dream Cyclery

I haven't had a chance to travel on domestic...

I haven't had a chance to travel on domestic airlines with my coupled bike. Oversea airlines are much generous than domestic ones and none of the Asian airlines charged me even when I travel with a...
Forum: Touring
10-11-16, 04:40 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 13,328
Posted By Dream Cyclery

I had a customer with a damaged bike from air...

I had a customer with a damaged bike from air travel. He had $2500 cap.

I don't know which airline and what level of flyer he was.
Forum: Touring
10-11-16, 01:32 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 26,106
Posted By Dream Cyclery

I don't think you are wrong. Shimano publicly...

I don't think you are wrong. Shimano publicly said their 11sp chain is the strongest chain the make.
Forum: Touring
10-11-16, 11:58 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,255
Posted By Dream Cyclery

If you need more option, FSA Metropolis bar is...

If you need more option, FSA Metropolis bar is pretty similar sweep like the Jones H bar.
Forum: Touring
10-11-16, 11:43 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,999
Posted By Dream Cyclery

$20 is a bargain if you don't have to pack your...

$20 is a bargain if you don't have to pack your bike.
Forum: Touring
10-11-16, 09:34 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 13,328
Posted By Dream Cyclery

As soon as they find out you have a bike, they...

As soon as they find out you have a bike, they will charge you.
Forum: Touring
10-07-16, 06:34 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 5,976
Posted By Dream Cyclery

I've noticed many touring cyclists are very...

I've noticed many touring cyclists are very budget conscious. Maybe that's why?

I've dealt with custom tandems and customers have different mindset. For an example, Custom Helix tandem will set...
Forum: Touring
10-07-16, 05:28 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,642
Posted By Dream Cyclery

The main point here is... if your carbon rim...

The main point here is... if your carbon rim fails, you can always replace with whatever is available to get you going. You don't have to replace it with a carbon rim.

Some of these all...
Forum: Touring
10-07-16, 02:19 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,642
Posted By Dream Cyclery

If DH racers can jump around the rocky surfaces...

If DH racers can jump around the rocky surfaces with them, I think I'll be fine.

I see Doug64 had older Zipp rims which is not relevant here since those were meant to used as ROAD race wheels. ...
Forum: Touring
10-07-16, 12:54 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,642
Posted By Dream Cyclery

Welcome to 21st century.

Welcome to 21st century.
Forum: Touring
10-07-16, 10:01 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,642
Posted By Dream Cyclery

Same with aluminium.

Same with aluminium.
Forum: Touring
10-07-16, 09:59 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,642
Posted By Dream Cyclery

Why not? I don't have problems with carbon...

Why not? I don't have problems with carbon wheels.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-06-16, 10:11 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,702
Posted By Dream Cyclery

FYI, I've been running Speedride tubeless for the...

FYI, I've been running Speedride tubeless for the last two seasons. They seal well and no sealant comes out of the sidewall. I'm using Iront Cross front and Grail rear.
Forum: Touring
10-02-16, 09:14 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 25,353
Posted By Dream Cyclery

I think this thread should end there. There is...

I think this thread should end there. There is no point of listening to someone that can't have objective view about this thread.
Forum: Touring
09-30-16, 12:33 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 25,353
Posted By Dream Cyclery

Pangea is the one to get, but I wouldn't spend...

Pangea is the one to get, but I wouldn't spend that much on a Canti bike. Maybe your local frame builder can add disc tabs for the bike? Just a thought
Forum: Touring
09-30-16, 12:30 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 28,096
Posted By Dream Cyclery

Waiting....

Waiting....
Forum: Touring
09-30-16, 12:27 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,334
Posted By Dream Cyclery

Easy fix. Just take it to the LBS and they can...

Easy fix. Just take it to the LBS and they can fix that in 10min.
Forum: Touring
09-27-16, 03:57 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,380
Posted By Dream Cyclery

I would recommend to have a set of longer bolts...

I would recommend to have a set of longer bolts and use nyloc nuts to have racks installed. It's much more secure that way.
Forum: Touring
09-23-16, 07:41 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,480
Posted By Dream Cyclery

FYI, when you pick a frame size, you compare your...

FYI, when you pick a frame size, you compare your current frame's reach and stack height as a reference. ETT and ST and HEAD don't matter much when the frames have different HTA, STA and etc..
Forum: Touring
09-23-16, 07:34 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 4,591
Posted By Dream Cyclery

Yes you can. It will cost more, but yes you can.

Yes you can. It will cost more, but yes you can.
Forum: Touring
09-23-16, 07:33 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 4,591
Posted By Dream Cyclery

I agree. There is nothing wrong with...

I agree.

There is nothing wrong with high-end parts.

I rather have a lighter bike with latest parts than heavier older clunkers with out dated parts.
Forum: Touring
09-23-16, 07:10 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,004
Posted By Dream Cyclery

I wouldn't consider Fly Creek as a freestanding...

I wouldn't consider Fly Creek as a freestanding tent. If you like Big agnes, Copper Spur is better. Freestanding tent is useful if you need to setup inside a hut or abandoned building.
Forum: Touring
09-22-16, 06:24 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 6,711
Posted By Dream Cyclery

Never needed more than two solar panels. IMO, if...

Never needed more than two solar panels. IMO, if I need more, I'm not riding hard enough to go to sleep early or distracted with something I shouldn't be doing while riding.

Two good panels power...
Forum: Touring
09-19-16, 12:56 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,146
Posted By Dream Cyclery

Not necessarily true. They are similar in so...

Not necessarily true. They are similar in so many ways. The older, conservatives hate each other, but younger generations been pretty open with each other.

If you take a look at both countries...
Forum: Touring
09-17-16, 12:45 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 46,237
Posted By Dream Cyclery

Good luck. :lol:

Good luck. :lol:
Forum: Touring
09-16-16, 06:48 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 46,237
Posted By Dream Cyclery

70%? I wonder where you got that number. ...

70%? I wonder where you got that number.

Yes it didn't work for you, but that's not because of faulty design. You just didn't do the home work.

Maybe it was a bit complicated for you, but...
Forum: Touring
09-16-16, 12:08 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 46,237
Posted By Dream Cyclery

Hi, If you want, you can always get the...

Hi,

If you want, you can always get the clip-on accessories there for the hooks(robow's got the right idea). There are many low-riders without the hook attachment because they have side...
Forum: Touring
09-12-16, 03:50 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 46,237
Posted By Dream Cyclery

FYI, This rack is not POS as the OP put it. It...

FYI, This rack is not POS as the OP put it. It is one of the best rack we've seen. OP did not mount the rack correctly judging by the picture.

Also, this rack can mount panniers in lower...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-24-15, 01:24 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 18,974
Posted By Dream Cyclery

Claiming that 1x has straighter chainline is...

Claiming that 1x has straighter chainline is wrong.

Second paragraph is for OP. If you ride with groups and ride hard, gaps are much more noticeable.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-24-15, 01:06 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,365
Posted By Dream Cyclery

I've been using both hy/rd and spyre brakes since...

I've been using both hy/rd and spyre brakes since they came out. They both work well and trouble free, but I wouldn't bother with spyre. Hy/rd is reliable and much better performing than any cable...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-24-15, 12:59 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 18,974
Posted By Dream Cyclery

This is wrong. With double, you are not shifting...

This is wrong. With double, you are not shifting to the extreme so chainline is better at their extreme.

Anyway, if you are roadie, you will notice huge gaps and constantly shifting to find the...
Forum: Commuting
12-23-15, 09:04 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,424
Posted By Dream Cyclery

Yep. Hell no to crazies.

Yep. Hell no to crazies.
Forum: Commuting
12-23-15, 08:11 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,269
Posted By Dream Cyclery

What's with all these crazy talk about 2nd bike? ...

What's with all these crazy talk about 2nd bike? You mean you don't have backup, rain, coffee shop bikes????
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-22-15, 02:19 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,079
Posted By Dream Cyclery

Conti Speedride

Conti Speedride
Forum: Commuting
12-21-14, 10:49 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,158
Posted By Dream Cyclery

Mainstream? SKS, nothing else. Custom?...

Mainstream? SKS, nothing else.

Custom? Custom Order Flat Fenders : Woodys Custom Wood Bicycle Fenders (http://www.woodysfenders.com/store/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=1)
Forum: Winter Cycling
12-20-14, 01:07 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,670
Posted By Dream Cyclery

CamelBak Racebak review - BikeRadar...

CamelBak Racebak review - BikeRadar (http://www.bikeradar.com/us/gear/category/accessories/luggage/hydration-pack/product/review-camelbak-racebak-hydration-vest-33889/)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-19-14, 04:21 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,573
Posted By Dream Cyclery

Just get extra cheap seatpost with a saddle and...

Just get extra cheap seatpost with a saddle and keep it with the trailer bike. Switch the post when you are using the trailer bike.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-19-14, 03:20 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,496
Posted By Dream Cyclery

Some companies decided to widen the hubs by...

Some companies decided to widen the hubs by 1mm(e.g. Tune). So 131mm wide rear hubs.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-19-14, 03:19 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,496
Posted By Dream Cyclery

They did both. The spacing is narrower and...

They did both. The spacing is narrower and freehub body is wider by 1.85mm(This is for road shimano/sram. MTB spacing stays the same). Which means you can't use the older 10speed freehub body to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-19-14, 01:26 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,496
Posted By Dream Cyclery

The cable pull ratio is same for them so by...

The cable pull ratio is same for them so by increasing the width of freehub body, you gain 1 more cog.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-18-14, 12:12 PM
Replies: 5,461
Views: 3,912,101
Posted By Dream Cyclery

I hope you didn't have any frame damage.

I hope you didn't have any frame damage.
Forum: Commuting
12-18-14, 10:13 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,759
Posted By Dream Cyclery

Nail polish remover.

Nail polish remover.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-18-14, 10:00 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,068
Posted By Dream Cyclery

I highly recommend Stan's rims if you are running...

I highly recommend Stan's rims if you are running non-tubeless(TL) tires tubeless.

I've used Michelin(Jet,Mud2), Kenda(Kwickroller, Slant6), Panaracer(Pasela, T-serv), Conti.(Cyclocross Race,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-18-14, 09:41 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,811
Posted By Dream Cyclery

If you are looking for dry lube for your chain,...

If you are looking for dry lube for your chain, this is probably the best stuff you can get out there.
Forum: Commuting
12-13-14, 12:04 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 4,451
Posted By Dream Cyclery

Not always true. I rode my bike through...

Not always true.

I rode my bike through 6"~10" soft powder on the same day and It was much better than having 29er mtb with 2.2's. Either fat 3"+ or narrower tires works for me. IMO, fat tires...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-11-14, 04:56 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,464
Posted By Dream Cyclery

Please go to LBS and let them adjust it. Your...

Please go to LBS and let them adjust it. Your picture doesn't show much.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-11-14, 01:08 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,765
Posted By Dream Cyclery

CX bike 1: 50,34 chainrings x 11-28T cassette. I...

CX bike 1: 50,34 chainrings x 11-28T cassette. I use this bike on both road and trail.

CX bike 2: 42T RaceFace NW x 11-32T or 11-36T cassette. My all around commuter and training bike.
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