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Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
09-26-11, 08:43 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,437
Posted By i wish

Thanks a lot! I really appreciate the...

Thanks a lot! I really appreciate the encouragement.
Forum: Touring
08-26-11, 06:25 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 964
Posted By i wish

Ah, you are kind.... I am sorry to hear...

Ah, you are kind....

I am sorry to hear about your knee....hope it heals up well!
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
08-25-11, 05:09 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,437
Posted By i wish

Ok, I finally weighed "my" handlebar bag. It is...

Ok, I finally weighed "my" handlebar bag. It is the first one I made. It is about 1 1/2 lbs (680 grams) including the shoulder strap. That doesn't include the hanging apparatus or the rack.
I...
Forum: Touring
08-25-11, 05:00 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 964
Posted By i wish

Don't let them discourage you!!

Don't let them discourage you!!
Forum: Touring
08-25-11, 05:00 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 964
Posted By i wish

Thanks for the advice! I was doing a lot of...

Thanks for the advice! I was doing a lot of climbing....actually climbed a mountain the day before the tendons flared up. I accidentally placed it too high since I had developed knee problems as a...
Forum: Touring
08-18-11, 10:08 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 964
Posted By i wish

Yeah...well....you know dead people...

Yeah...well....you know dead people now-a-days...:rolleyes:




I actually was talking about the people that lived near the graveyards and might dislike me camping there. None of those seemed...
Forum: Touring
08-15-11, 07:45 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 964
Posted By i wish

I have pictures on my blog. Not as many as I...

I have pictures on my blog. Not as many as I wish I'd taken, but some. My blog is in my sig....enjoy!
Forum: Touring
08-15-11, 07:44 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 964
Posted By i wish

I liked camping in the graveyards. We always...

I liked camping in the graveyards. We always tried to be in an out-of-the-way area, and near graves that didn't look tended. We set up our tents just like at any campground. Nobody bothered us at...
Forum: Touring
08-15-11, 07:39 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 964
Posted By i wish

Thanks! I appreciate that! I'm not ready to go...

Thanks! I appreciate that! I'm not ready to go that far, or there, yet, but maybe one day....:)
Forum: Touring
08-15-11, 07:07 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 964
Posted By i wish

Just finished first tour...LOVED IT!!

My brother and I rode 300 miles to visit friends in PA eight weeks ago. We just got back, after visiting them for 6 weeks. It took us about a week to travel out there and it rained five out of the...
Forum: Touring
08-15-11, 06:41 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,516
Posted By i wish

I agree about the mirror... I recently got back...

I agree about the mirror...
I recently got back from my first tour...and was able to easily keep an eye on oncoming trucks and other vehicles to be sure they saw me, and were moving over to give me...
Forum: Touring
08-15-11, 06:24 AM
Replies: 4,824
Views: 2,621,222
Posted By i wish

I like! I'm planning on turning my regular...

I like! I'm planning on turning my regular bicycle (the one I just did a tour with; Trek 7.2fx) into a similar beast. Once I get the funds... :rolleyes:
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
08-04-11, 01:03 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,437
Posted By i wish

As for aerodynamics, you body is wider than any...

As for aerodynamics, you body is wider than any handlebar bag.
I can easily avoid trash on the road with my bag on, and it is pretty large.
Drafting could be an issue with such a bag as mine,...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
08-03-11, 03:27 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,437
Posted By i wish

Thanks everyone for the replies! I appreciate the...

Thanks everyone for the replies! I appreciate the detailed descriptions....

My bags would probably be a little heavier than the Acorn bags, but I'm not sure, since I haven't been able to weigh...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
07-31-11, 07:50 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,437
Posted By i wish

I'm really not sure how much any of my bags...

I'm really not sure how much any of my bags weigh, but I know they aren't the lightest. I used 18oz canvas and leather, and neither of those materials are light. I'll try to weigh them soon and post...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-30-11, 09:24 AM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,872,465
Posted By i wish

Wow! What a load! I'm very impressed.... :D

Wow! What a load! I'm very impressed.... :D
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-30-11, 09:22 AM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,872,465
Posted By i wish

Yeah...I made them. Thanks! I have done...

Yeah...I made them. Thanks!

I have done two trips so far, and carried way too much on the first trip, and more than I wanted to on the second :p

Actually, with about 60lbs of gear it is...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-30-11, 09:14 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 536
Posted By i wish

Thanks! :)

Thanks! :)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-29-11, 10:16 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 536
Posted By i wish

Thanks! I finally though of taking my chain off...

Thanks! I finally though of taking my chain off and spinning the pedals to listen for noise. I don't know why I didn't think of this before! :o
The noise is the chain...it got pretty dirty...
Forum: Touring
07-29-11, 08:48 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,708
Posted By i wish

My pedals are flat with toe straps, but I quit...

My pedals are flat with toe straps, but I quit using the straps, because I got knee problems. It seemed that allowing my foot the freedom to find it's own position on the pedal helped my knee. I...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-29-11, 08:37 AM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,872,465
Posted By i wish

Hi, I'm new to this part of the forum, but am...

Hi, I'm new to this part of the forum, but am enjoying looking at all the lovely rides...and I decided to post a pic of my own. She's a Trek 7.2fx, and I like her :p
I've done commuting, joy-rides,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-29-11, 08:18 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 536
Posted By i wish

Noise in my bottom bracket...

I recently took a 7 day trip where my bike got rained on 5 nights in a row. My bottom bracket then developed a noise when I pedal. It isn't loud, and doesn't seem to affect my pedaling at all. It...
Forum: Touring
07-27-11, 09:41 AM
Replies: 4,824
Views: 2,621,222
Posted By i wish

Nice camo bags...:) That photo with the...

Nice camo bags...:)

That photo with the waterfall is fantastic...such a great shot! :D
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-24-11, 04:32 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 842
Posted By i wish

I really appreciate the info in the article. ...

I really appreciate the info in the article. I've never been hit, but expect it to happen someday, and it is good to know what steps to take when it does happen. Right now I just take steps to...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
07-23-11, 03:35 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,437
Posted By i wish

Yeah...:p I am basically interested in what...

Yeah...:p
I am basically interested in what people would want in a handlebar bag. Or stem or seat bag.
I know I won't be able to create the 'perfect' bag for everyone....:rolleyes: I'd go crazy!
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
07-23-11, 01:22 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,437
Posted By i wish

Features on the perfect handlebar bag....

I am thinking of making some handlebar, stem and/or seat bags and am interested in what features people would like to see on bags. Is waterproof-ness important? What about the closure? Pockets? ...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-22-11, 05:57 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,010
Posted By i wish

Thanks for the input! Too bad it isn't worth...

Thanks for the input! Too bad it isn't worth much...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-22-11, 11:18 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,010
Posted By i wish

I think the bend in the fork is an illusion...

I think the bend in the fork is an illusion caused by the angle of the tire in the pic. I didn't notice any bend when I was looking at it.
It is pretty dirty though.
I have no idea what the...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-22-11, 09:53 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,010
Posted By i wish

It is a Super Mirage. Here are a few pics... ...

It is a Super Mirage.
Here are a few pics...
http://www.bikeforums.net/attachment.php?attachmentid=211599&d=1311349670
The brakes...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-22-11, 09:02 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,010
Posted By i wish

'77 Motobecane value?

My friend has a Motobecane that she bought new in 1979. Everything is original except the tires. It is in very good condition. LBS said spokes are aging, but still would work fine. The handlebar...
Forum: Touring
06-08-11, 09:56 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 858
Posted By i wish

Ok...I'll look into that. Thanks!

Ok...I'll look into that. Thanks!
Forum: Touring
06-08-11, 05:55 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 858
Posted By i wish

Ah, I know what you mean. :) We refer to them...

Ah, I know what you mean. :)
We refer to them as 'gas stations' so I didn't understand...:rolleyes:
I've never heard of them having public showers...that would be so convenient!
Forum: Touring
06-08-11, 05:52 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 858
Posted By i wish

I did that with PA....but was hoping there was a...

I did that with PA....but was hoping there was a less expensive method available. :D
I really like the Delorme maps.
Forum: Touring
06-07-11, 09:21 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 858
Posted By i wish

I occasionally go to EMS but not really any of...

I occasionally go to EMS but not really any of the other places. What do you mean by a service station? Those rest stops along an interstate?



I don't have a time limit...just specific...
Forum: Touring
06-07-11, 09:14 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 858
Posted By i wish

Do you do this without a GPS thingy or other such...

Do you do this without a GPS thingy or other such technology?
Forum: Touring
06-06-11, 07:26 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 858
Posted By i wish

Route planning?

I am planning a trip from PA to TN as asked about in this (http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php/737880-Riding-from-PA-to-TN...) thread.
I was wondering how much of a route people plan before...
Forum: Touring
06-01-11, 06:32 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,647
Posted By i wish

Wow, that is very useful! Especially since I...

Wow, that is very useful! Especially since I will be riding some of those other trails this summer, too. Thanks a lot! :)
Forum: Living Car Free
05-31-11, 07:27 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 7,764
Posted By i wish

If I was to date someone, I would respect him...

If I was to date someone, I would respect him more if he was willing to stand securely in what he believes and not succumb to society's ideas of what is important. If a guy wanted to date me and...
Forum: Touring
05-30-11, 08:18 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 4,580
Posted By i wish

Voted for ya...twice... :)

Voted for ya...twice... :)
Forum: Touring
05-27-11, 09:18 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,741
Posted By i wish

Yeah...I'm not looking forward to...

Yeah...I'm not looking forward to that....especially since I have no opportunity to train on any hills...Buffalo is FLAT. :eek:
Forum: Touring
05-27-11, 06:29 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,741
Posted By i wish

Wow! thanks! The pics are so nice! :D I had...

Wow! thanks! The pics are so nice! :D
I had already planned out our route to Bernville...trying to avoid cities and busy routes. After Jersey Shore we were going to go straight across the little...
Forum: Touring
05-26-11, 11:16 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,741
Posted By i wish

Are PA bike routes labeled with signs? Are the...

Are PA bike routes labeled with signs? Are the roads wide? I know most PA roads are only wide enough for two cars to pass without riding on the shoulder...and there is no shoulder...:p I have...
Forum: Touring
05-26-11, 09:28 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,741
Posted By i wish

Ok....maybe earplugs would be more useful than I...

Ok....maybe earplugs would be more useful than I thought...:rolleyes:
I don't live where there are many mosquitoes...so I don't have experience with that kind of attack. I'm thinking more seriously...
Forum: Touring
05-26-11, 09:23 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,741
Posted By i wish

I will be coming from Buffalo, NY, and won't...

I will be coming from Buffalo, NY, and won't quite reach Reading....we are heading to Bernville.
Google had us taking Pine Creek Rail Trail...and I thought that looked quite pleasant.
Forum: Touring
05-26-11, 06:13 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,741
Posted By i wish

I really don't know. We will be taking it easy...

I really don't know. We will be taking it easy and enjoying the journey instead of cranking out the miles. We will also be staying at friend's and relative's houses for indefinite periods of time. ...
Forum: Touring
05-25-11, 11:29 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,741
Posted By i wish

I wasn't planning on eating only foraged...

I wasn't planning on eating only foraged food...just having that option for fresh greens. I do enjoy some wild greens at home occasionally, but I know they won't do it for when I'm on the road.
I...
Forum: Touring
05-25-11, 06:37 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,741
Posted By i wish

I'm trying to reduce my gear load...but need the...

I'm trying to reduce my gear load...but need the variety of footwear because I will be visiting farming friends...and doing who-knows-what outdoor activities with them. Maybe the shoes are...
Forum: Touring
05-25-11, 06:23 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,741
Posted By i wish

Thanks for the interest and the map! I really...

Thanks for the interest and the map! I really appreciate it.
Forum: Touring
05-24-11, 02:29 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,741
Posted By i wish

Hmmm.... I won't be taking digital stuff on...

Hmmm....
I won't be taking digital stuff on the ride...just hopefully logging in occasionally at libraries and friend's houses so online maps only work for at-home planning.
I'll keep looking...
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