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Forum: Southeast
01-11-14, 07:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,642
Posted By 12bar

Those are both great trails I have ridden them...

Those are both great trails I have ridden them many times.
Forum: Southeast
01-11-14, 06:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,642
Posted By 12bar

Blue Ridge GA

We will be relocating to the Blue Ridge Georgia area in the next few months and were hoping to find out what the riding is like around there.
Forum: Touring
11-06-13, 09:09 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,104
Posted By 12bar

I will start out with a disclaimer I hate riding...

I will start out with a disclaimer I hate riding on a trainer but if you have to the Spinnervals racing videos are awesome. 45 to 60 minutes of killer workout that really build leg strength, aerobic...
Forum: Touring
09-08-13, 08:30 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,176
Posted By 12bar

I also use the Excalibur dehydrator and have had...

I also use the Excalibur dehydrator and have had great success with it. One of my favorite meals is dehydrated shrimp and grits I have several recipes on my website www.southerncyclingtours.com...
Forum: Touring
09-06-13, 04:09 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,725
Posted By 12bar

I have found the LHT to be a great loaded touring...

I have found the LHT to be a great loaded touring bike but it is not light or very nimble. Mine has 26" wheels and when it's loaded it is in the right place it just feels right fully loaded. With...
Forum: Touring
09-03-13, 08:23 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,512
Posted By 12bar

one of the best investments I ever made in...

one of the best investments I ever made in cycling was getting a professional fitting. I have been riding for over 40 years and thought I knew how to set up my bike and I was close but the fitting...
Forum: Touring
08-29-13, 11:54 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 975
Posted By 12bar

It's like riding through a postcard I have yet to...

It's like riding through a postcard I have yet to see a picture that does it justice.
Forum: Touring
08-23-13, 05:37 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,411
Posted By 12bar

Indyfabz, thanks for the advice it's always nice...

Indyfabz, thanks for the advice it's always nice to hear from others that have already ridden a route. Which ACA map set did you use, I was thinking about getting the Northern Tier set for a future...
Forum: Touring
08-22-13, 04:32 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,411
Posted By 12bar

We are planning a tour starting and ending in...

We are planning a tour starting and ending in Whitefish Montana. The plan is to go north through Fernie BC and around to St Mary over going to the sun road and back to Whitefish. The current plan...
Forum: Touring
08-11-13, 08:43 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,103
Posted By 12bar

I find them to be a distraction, I enjoy riding...

I find them to be a distraction, I enjoy riding my bike to get away from all the tech that intrudes upon our lives daily.
Forum: Southeast
08-05-13, 02:04 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,297
Posted By 12bar

Chattanooga Cycling

We are seriously considering relocating to the Chattanooga area and wanted to see if anyone know how cycle friendly the area is. Any info would really be appreciated.
Forum: Touring
07-24-13, 06:05 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,887
Posted By 12bar

My vote would be for the LHT but I am very biased...

My vote would be for the LHT but I am very biased I have several bikes and if I could only keep one it would be the Trucker.
Forum: Touring
07-19-13, 07:31 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,430
Posted By 12bar

Check out ISM saddles you will either love it or...

Check out ISM saddles you will either love it or hate it. I have one on my road bike and love it.
Forum: Touring
07-14-13, 06:14 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,018
Posted By 12bar

Solo or not?

One big item on my bucket list is a cross country tour, probably the northern tier. The question is solo or with company if I can find the right touring partners. Based on your own experiences which...
Forum: Touring
07-13-13, 06:34 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 5,585
Posted By 12bar

When I was looking for a tent I narrowed it down...

When I was looking for a tent I narrowed it down to the MSR Hubba Hubba and the Big Agnes Fly Creek UL3. I went with the Big Agnes because it was a little lighter but I know a lot of people with the...
Forum: Touring
07-11-13, 08:08 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,152
Posted By 12bar

I have to put a vote in for Ortlieb gear it is...

I have to put a vote in for Ortlieb gear it is waterproof without the need for covers. I have gone through some torrential rain storms and so far nothing has gotten wet. They may very well be...
Forum: Touring
07-02-13, 02:06 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,328
Posted By 12bar

+1 on the Exped pillow I tried one out on my last...

+1 on the Exped pillow I tried one out on my last tour and was very happy with it, the only thing I did was to throw a t-shirt over it as a pillow case.
Forum: Touring
07-01-13, 06:41 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,666
Posted By 12bar

So true, once you do a tour it becomes an...

So true, once you do a tour it becomes an addiction.
Forum: Touring
07-01-13, 03:52 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,317
Posted By 12bar

My favorite shirts for hot weather riding are...

My favorite shirts for hot weather riding are either Exofficio or Task both in the long sleeve version. The Task brand is a bamboo fiber, is very comfortable, doesn't seem to develop odors too...
Forum: Touring
07-01-13, 03:43 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,666
Posted By 12bar

I must agree a loaded touring bike is a thing of...

I must agree a loaded touring bike is a thing of beauty. One of the many things I like about my LHT is how it just feels right loaded down with gear and if I had to have only one bike the Trucker...
Forum: Touring
06-22-13, 07:59 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 8,351
Posted By 12bar

+1 thats what I did on my trucker and couldn't be...

+1 thats what I did on my trucker and couldn't be happier.
Forum: Touring
06-06-13, 07:09 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,447
Posted By 12bar

I am fortunate enough to have several bikes and I...

I am fortunate enough to have several bikes and I enjoy each of them but if I could keep only one, my touring bike would be the one. For some reason that I cannot explain it just makes me smile more...
Forum: Touring
06-04-13, 07:57 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 8,533
Posted By 12bar

+1 on the Click Stand it works great, weighs next...

+1 on the Click Stand it works great, weighs next to nothing and packs small for me it is one of the best pieces of equipment purchased to date.
Forum: Touring
05-31-13, 04:57 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,422
Posted By 12bar

I just picked up a Garmin Etrex 20 and so far...

I just picked up a Garmin Etrex 20 and so far have been very happy with it. I already have an Edge 800 and even though it has a slightly larger screen I think the 20 will be a better navigational...
Forum: Touring
04-16-13, 11:08 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 541
Posted By 12bar

Charleston SC

I am going to be riding part of the ACA Atlantic Coast Route in a few weeks and was wondering if anyone has any information on routes into and out of Charleston heading south. Part of the route I am...
Forum: Touring
04-15-13, 05:31 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,151
Posted By 12bar

I run Gatorskins on my road bike ( 700 x 25C )and...

I run Gatorskins on my road bike ( 700 x 25C )and Schwalbe's (26 x 1.75 )on my touring bike both have performed well but I believe the Schwalbe's are the tougher of the two.
Forum: Touring
03-03-13, 04:15 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,063
Posted By 12bar

I just bought a Power Monkey solar charger that...

I just bought a Power Monkey solar charger that worked pretty good for keeping my Edge 800 and smart phone charged for 5 days of riding and camping.
Forum: Touring
02-14-13, 07:31 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,715
Posted By 12bar

Thanks for the reply I will check out your CGOB...

Thanks for the reply I will check out your CGOB link as well.
Forum: Touring
02-14-13, 07:27 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,440
Posted By 12bar

My choice would be a late 70's Fuji America if I...

My choice would be a late 70's Fuji America if I could find another I would buy it in a heartbeat.
Forum: Touring
02-10-13, 04:31 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,715
Posted By 12bar

That is a great suggestion I will have to look...

That is a great suggestion I will have to look into that. The reason for my question is my upcoming Alaska trip where there will be about 130 miles of packed gravel and dirt so I was considering...
Forum: Touring
02-08-13, 08:24 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,715
Posted By 12bar

LHT 26" tires

I am looking for a more aggressive tire for my Alaska trip in July and found some Schwalbe's Smart Sam tires that are 26 x 2.25. Has anyone run a tire that wide on a trucker and if you did were you...
Forum: Touring
02-02-13, 09:04 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,080
Posted By 12bar

Question about down bags

From everything I have read down sleeping bags are the material of choice providing they stay dry. My question for those that own down bags is how wet to they have to be before they loose their...
Forum: Touring
01-28-13, 05:56 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 8,528
Posted By 12bar

Thanks for all the replies that's one of the many...

Thanks for all the replies that's one of the many great things about this forum everyone is willing to share and the depth of experience is huge. The two trips I have planned are the Atlantic coast...
Forum: Touring
01-27-13, 09:05 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 8,528
Posted By 12bar

Fenders yes or no

I have been trying to decide weather to leave the fenders on my LHT or take them off to save a small amount of weight and make shipping disassembly / reassembly a little easier. So what are your...
Forum: Touring
01-18-13, 11:56 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,252
Posted By 12bar

I am 5'11' with a 32' inseam and went with the...

I am 5'11' with a 32' inseam and went with the 56cm LHT with 26" wheels it fits me like a glove, my wife is a little taller at 6'1" I put her on a 56CM LHT which is also a great fit for her.
Forum: Touring
01-18-13, 11:48 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 7,532
Posted By 12bar

Big fan of Brooks saddles I have one on my 29er...

Big fan of Brooks saddles I have one on my 29er my single speed and my touring bike the only bike that I don't have a Brooks on is my road bike that one has an ISM saddle. Here is a picture of my...
Forum: Touring
01-17-13, 05:48 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,068
Posted By 12bar

There is also a python hunt taking place which is...

There is also a python hunt taking place which is drawing a lot of people to the park.
Forum: Touring
01-10-13, 04:32 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,431
Posted By 12bar

Guilty and proud of it.

Guilty and proud of it.
Forum: Touring
01-06-13, 12:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 789
Posted By 12bar

I didn't consider the additional shipping cost...

I didn't consider the additional shipping cost thanks for mentioning it. I guess I will have to pull the racks, I was just being lazy.
Forum: Touring
01-06-13, 03:17 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 789
Posted By 12bar

Bike box

I am looking for suggestions for a hard sided box for shipping that does not require removing the racks. Any ideas on what to buy and where to get it would be really appreciated.
Forum: Touring
01-06-13, 03:10 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 5,717
Posted By 12bar

Firming up plans for Alaska and the Atlantic...

Firming up plans for Alaska and the Atlantic coast.
Forum: Touring
12-11-12, 05:57 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 872
Posted By 12bar

I am planning a ride from St. Augustine to Weeki...

I am planning a ride from St. Augustine to Weeki Wachee springs sometime in late February or early March if you are interested.
Forum: Touring
12-09-12, 08:04 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,831
Posted By 12bar

Film, I remember that unfortunately I didn't...

Film, I remember that unfortunately I didn't think ahead and save any of the containers.
Forum: Touring
12-09-12, 07:58 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 16,505
Posted By 12bar

I use Pearl Izumi sun sleeves and any old jersey...

I use Pearl Izumi sun sleeves and any old jersey I want to wear. The new model is called inercooler or something like that. Living in Florida I have found them to actually be cooler than just a...
Forum: Touring
12-07-12, 05:38 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 974
Posted By 12bar

I am planning a ride from St. Augustine to Weeki...

I am planning a ride from St. Augustine to Weeki Wachee springs.
Forum: Touring
12-07-12, 05:32 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,761
Posted By 12bar

My Trucker has 26" wheels and I went with Woody's...

My Trucker has 26" wheels and I went with Woody's Fenders they are pricy but fit perfect and are unique.
Forum: Touring
12-02-12, 05:10 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 3,270
Posted By 12bar

A nice glass of Royal Salute makes for a great...

A nice glass of Royal Salute makes for a great nightcap around the camp fire or jus settling down in the tent.
Forum: Touring
11-27-12, 07:11 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 15,844
Posted By 12bar

Nice setup, great looking Masi

Nice setup, great looking Masi
Forum: Touring
11-07-12, 07:17 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,264
Posted By 12bar

We had a tandem and in the interest of domestic...

We had a tandem and in the interest of domestic tranquility it had to go :) actually we had some of the best and worst rides on that bike but in the end it just wasn't our cup o tea.
Forum: Touring
11-07-12, 06:24 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,264
Posted By 12bar

That is a brilliant idea I am going to have to...

That is a brilliant idea I am going to have to look into this.
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