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Forum: Touring
11-03-20, 08:36 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,980
Posted By Lanesplitter

I never went. My first day there was me setting...

I never went. My first day there was me setting up my tent and sleeping. The next day, I went on a hike in the mountains and saw it on the map. Later, I went on a hike down the coast during low tide...
Forum: Touring
11-01-20, 02:58 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 514
Posted By Lanesplitter

Dana Point Closed

Yesterday was the last day this season that Doehey SP was open. They're doing some huge infrastructure improvements (which I suppose is good). They'd already closed the HB spot some time ago, because...
Forum: Touring
10-30-20, 09:43 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,624
Posted By Lanesplitter

Here's two examples of how different it is these...

Here's two examples of how different it is these days, how much more lax it is. From Chicago to Milwaukee, I put my bike in the dining car and sat there by myself. From Chicago to Seattle, I could...
Forum: Touring
10-30-20, 09:28 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,980
Posted By Lanesplitter

Oh yeah, it probably is worth noting that all the...

Oh yeah, it probably is worth noting that all the campgrounds in Big Sur are closed--even Phifer. All of the day areas are also closed (Phifer's open for day use) And since they're being used for...
Forum: Touring
10-30-20, 08:33 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,980
Posted By Lanesplitter

I paid hiker biker price. The showers were open...

I paid hiker biker price. The showers were open and the CG hosts are still there. So not completely empty.
Forum: Touring
10-29-20, 06:52 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,624
Posted By Lanesplitter

They haven't been secured on most trips lately....

They haven't been secured on most trips lately. Just laid on the ground. Best thing ever. And no, they most certainly don't need to be secured.
Forum: Touring
10-29-20, 08:42 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,624
Posted By Lanesplitter

I took it two months ago; I've also taken several...

I took it two months ago; I've also taken several other long-distance trains in the last few months. The baggage car will join the train in Albany, having started in NYC. They're doing it differently...
Forum: Touring
10-28-20, 06:11 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,980
Posted By Lanesplitter

I'm on the coast right now, and almost every...

I'm on the coast right now, and almost every campground is open. In fact, Gaviota is open ONLY for cyclists. Stayed two days. Hiked the mountain trails. Both the sunrise and sunset can be seen over...
Forum: Touring
07-11-20, 06:40 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 8,511
Posted By Lanesplitter

Maybe a semi-supported tour would work. Somebody...

Maybe a semi-supported tour would work. Somebody could do their own road trip by vehicle to stay within range of whoever's touring.
Forum: Touring
05-23-20, 04:19 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,824
Posted By Lanesplitter

Glad you revived this thread. So much has changed...

Glad you revived this thread. So much has changed since it was started. I had proposed that a great place to start would be Midland, for the Pere Marquette Rail Trail starts there. Well, it just got...
Forum: Touring
04-30-20, 06:49 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,835
Posted By Lanesplitter

Hopefully, someone put it out of its misery!...

Hopefully, someone put it out of its misery! Wonder why I say that? Read about some of their musings on Covid-19. Dangerous!
Forum: Touring
04-30-20, 06:39 AM
Replies: 124
Views: 18,643
Posted By Lanesplitter

For some extra stopping power I never really even...

For some extra stopping power I never really even needed, I found that racks are tougher to fit on with disc brakes. You often need a special one. When dirt gets into the brake caliper, it grinds and...
Forum: Touring
04-29-20, 09:05 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,824
Posted By Lanesplitter

I've been wanting to explore the rail trails of...

I've been wanting to explore the rail trails of Ohio. I was on several when I rode from Michigan to Cape Cod. Ohio was good riding. It looks like you can get from Cincinnati to Cleveland mostly on...
Forum: Touring
04-29-20, 06:57 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,824
Posted By Lanesplitter

It's a log cabin but encrusted with rocks. Their...

It's a log cabin but encrusted with rocks. Their view over the lake is incredible, but I'm sure on a nice day, it could be a long wait for one of those tables.

Those rides seem like a great time....
Forum: Touring
04-27-20, 04:20 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,824
Posted By Lanesplitter

Funny you say that, because I distinctly remember...

Funny you say that, because I distinctly remember seeing a large number of people in the parking lot, yet it couldn't have been later than 10:30. On my day off I'd ride that way and always left early...
Forum: Touring
04-27-20, 07:38 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,824
Posted By Lanesplitter

That's a great suggestion! Everyone raves about...

That's a great suggestion! Everyone raves about it. I rode by it a bunch, admired its architecture, but always kept going. Every time it was too early in my trip for lunch. I lived on Mackinac Island...
Forum: Touring
04-22-20, 10:22 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,824
Posted By Lanesplitter

I just thought of another one: drive to St...

I just thought of another one: drive to St Ignace, camp at the state park. Take the ferry to Mackinac Island, then take the ferry to the mainland . Take the bike trail towards Petoskey and continue...
Forum: Touring
04-22-20, 07:37 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,824
Posted By Lanesplitter

I have a few ideas, here's one: drive to Midland,...

I have a few ideas, here's one: drive to Midland, hop on the Pere Marquette Rail Trail , take it to Reed City (70 miles), go south on the White Pine Trail (60 miles) until Grand Rapids. From there...
Forum: Touring
04-17-20, 05:25 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,251
Posted By Lanesplitter

I really hope it goes as scheduled! My first tour...

I really hope it goes as scheduled! My first tour I looped the UP and rode back down state. If somehow it works out, and if you're looking to extend it a day or two, I'd strongly recommend spending...
Forum: Touring
04-07-20, 01:00 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,615
Posted By Lanesplitter

Have you tried a tennis ball? I suspect a noodle...

Have you tried a tennis ball? I suspect a noodle won't be either firm or thick enough.
Forum: Touring
03-16-20, 07:10 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,839
Posted By Lanesplitter

Another vote for the Tubus Tara. Their design...

Another vote for the Tubus Tara. Their design makes it so the panniers get very low. This make the bike super stable on turns. Plus they're essentially indestructible, since the panniers would fail...
Forum: Touring
03-14-20, 11:59 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 961
Posted By Lanesplitter

This is a good idea but much depends on where on...

This is a good idea but much depends on where on the cape you're trying to get to. The Miles Standish SF is wonderful. It has the largest intact pine barens in the country. From there to the Bourne...
Forum: Touring
03-14-20, 07:31 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,623
Posted By Lanesplitter

It seems to me that cadence varies by...

It seems to me that cadence varies by person--people seem to have a natural cadence. Mine tends to be faster than most. This means I'm in a lower gear than if I were to pedal slower and still go the...
Forum: Touring
03-14-20, 06:40 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 961
Posted By Lanesplitter

The fast ferry to the Cape is phenomenal, but...

The fast ferry to the Cape is phenomenal, but somewhat expensive, though there is a bus company called Plymouth and Brockton that goes to the Cape from Boston. They're the only one that goes there,...
Forum: Touring
03-13-20, 07:27 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 701
Posted By Lanesplitter

Thanks for sharing! Seeing stuff like this makes...

Thanks for sharing! Seeing stuff like this makes me want to transition into bike packing. I'd be nice to tour where I never have to hear any motor vehicles.
Forum: Touring
03-06-20, 08:51 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 6,743
Posted By Lanesplitter

That's a cool mount! I have a similar setup, I...

That's a cool mount! I have a similar setup, I just keep it in my front panniers. My flasks are a little bigger than the bottle in your photo.

It's true, how you need the right store, but when you...
Forum: Touring
03-06-20, 08:05 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 6,743
Posted By Lanesplitter

Cooking Without a Stove

Whether or not to bring a stove is something many, if not most bike tourers grapple with. For me having a stove is worth the weight because of how much money it saves, to say nothing of the improved...
Forum: Touring
03-04-20, 03:16 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,413
Posted By Lanesplitter

I'm not even sure you could make it to the Badger...

I'm not even sure you could make it to the Badger in eight days. The ferry in Milwaukee and back to South Bend would be doable, but if there's weather issues, you'll have to hustle.

So, with...
Forum: Touring
03-04-20, 06:38 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,413
Posted By Lanesplitter

That's difficult to answer without knowing how...

That's difficult to answer without knowing how long you plan to ride and if you plan on using a train. I'm guessing that's why you chose South Bend as a launching point, because there's a luggage...
Forum: Touring
03-02-20, 11:42 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,132
Posted By Lanesplitter

You could start Colorado and head west which will...

You could start Colorado and head west which will keep you clear of getting super cold nights and the possibility of snow. You could also do the Pacific coast, especially if you started in Portland....
Forum: Touring
02-24-20, 05:02 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 27,742
Posted By Lanesplitter

I love my Carradice Super C. I've used it for...

I love my Carradice Super C. I've used it for tens of thousands of miles. Their quick release is great. No matter how much I put in my bag, I never feel like I'm pushing its capacity. Overall, its...
Forum: Touring
02-23-20, 01:22 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,413
Posted By Lanesplitter

It's wonderful to hear how you're coming to Lake...

It's wonderful to hear how you're coming to Lake Michigan for the latter part of your trip. I really think it's one of the best places to tour. And the best part, I believe, is Door County.

To get...
Forum: Touring
02-14-20, 10:05 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,280
Posted By Lanesplitter

Never tried, but I will, especially in cooler...

Never tried, but I will, especially in cooler times of the year. Wet feet in the summer isn't too bad, but in the fall it is. The most Important thing is to always have a supply of clean, dry...
Forum: Touring
02-14-20, 08:20 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,280
Posted By Lanesplitter

I've used the same setup for most of my tours....

I've used the same setup for most of my tours. Last year, however, used a pair of Brooks trail runners with Superfeet inserts and was extremely happy. I'll probably use Brooks again.

The reason...
Forum: Touring
02-06-20, 07:38 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 16,052
Posted By Lanesplitter

Since time is a factor, I'm a firm believer in...

Since time is a factor, I'm a firm believer in quality miles. From Chicago to Milwaukee is perhaps the worst stretch of the lake, besides Gary, Indiana. That's time--a hundred miles worth--that would...
Forum: Touring
02-04-20, 09:14 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 16,052
Posted By Lanesplitter

The state park is fine, it's the city that is...

The state park is fine, it's the city that is problematic. The park has a great reputation, but every time I go up there, I end up bypassing it because of the Hart-Montague trail I mentioned. I...
Forum: Touring
02-04-20, 08:34 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 16,052
Posted By Lanesplitter

It's somewhat hard to tell with black flies, but...

It's somewhat hard to tell with black flies, but I doubt they'll be a nuisance. Mosquitos will be--at least until late August--but fortunately, the sable flies and deer flies are found more on the...
Forum: Touring
02-01-20, 08:11 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 16,052
Posted By Lanesplitter

Milwaukee, though interesting and cool in it's...

Milwaukee, though interesting and cool in it's own right, I only suggested because I think it's a great place to begin a bike tour. The reason is, between Chicago and Milwaukee there's a fair amount...
Forum: Touring
02-01-20, 04:04 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 16,052
Posted By Lanesplitter

I'd have to agree with those who suggested the...

I'd have to agree with those who suggested the Great Lakes. One could fly or take a train to Milwaukee and head north to Door County, Wisconsin (a 90-mile long peninsula). Once there, ride the length...
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