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Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
12-22-23, 06:37 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,180
Posted By ze_zaskar

Hi all, Thanks for all the messages. ...

Hi all,

Thanks for all the messages.

​​​​​​Indeed I forgot to mention my frames size. It's a 58R, with 220mm between the bottom of the handlebars and the top of the tire.

In the end I...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
12-19-23, 01:49 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,180
Posted By ze_zaskar

Yes, but those are solely for fender mounting. ...

Yes, but those are solely for fender mounting.
only weight bearing attachment points are the triple bottle cage eyelets on each side of the fork
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
12-17-23, 01:49 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,180
Posted By ze_zaskar

Porteur rack on Fairlight Secan fork

Hello all,

Very happy owner of a Fairlight Secan 2.5 here, the hype about those is real. Except for one little detail, the brand states specially that the front crown thread is not to be used for...
Forum: Touring
10-16-15, 04:42 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 10,353
Posted By ze_zaskar

I used them for 6 years (Dura Ace 7700) both as...

I used them for 6 years (Dura Ace 7700) both as bar ends and as thumbies, buying into the "ultimate reliability" stuff.
While the shifting fell is really good, like clockwork, I kept having problems...
Forum: Touring
06-29-15, 12:14 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,228
Posted By ze_zaskar

Thanks for your help, That Carradice looks...

Thanks for your help,

That Carradice looks to be bigger than I'd want...
Forum: Touring
06-28-15, 03:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,228
Posted By ze_zaskar

Luggage solutions: bikepacking and commuting

Hello all,

I'm finishing details for my next years Ecuador trip. I'll be doing the new Trans Ecuador Route, so it should take me about 30 days. The route will be nearly 100% offroad or in dirt...
Forum: Touring
06-28-15, 02:00 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 19,795
Posted By ze_zaskar

If that matters to you, the Ogre will even run...

If that matters to you, the Ogre will even run tires a little bigger than 2.5, like some guys who installed 29+ rubber.
Will also run 27.5+ tires easily
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-18-15, 02:29 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,053
Posted By ze_zaskar

Any opinions on the Schwalbe High Pressure...

Any opinions on the Schwalbe High Pressure plastic strips?
They have the 25mm wide at €0,50 for sale.

By the way, my rim's profile:
452215
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-17-15, 09:25 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,053
Posted By ze_zaskar

If everything made perfectly good sense then the...

If everything made perfectly good sense then the problem would be easy to explain and I wouldn't have to come here asking for help, right?

Anyway, to clarify things, here's what I've done:
-...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-17-15, 09:09 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,053
Posted By ze_zaskar

Well, the tape only curls after the tire and tube...

Well, the tape only curls after the tire and tube are in place
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-17-15, 08:45 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,053
Posted By ze_zaskar

Help, Velox rim tape getting loose

Hello,

I have a set of Rigida Sputnik rims, 25mm out, 19 inside. I intalled 19mm Velox tape. The thing is, the tape seems to have a hard time staying in place. Not only it curls itself to the...
Forum: Touring
05-06-15, 01:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 934
Posted By ze_zaskar

I've been reading his blog since 2012 and love...

I've been reading his blog since 2012 and love it.
That Ecuador route you talk about, the Trans Ecuador route, I've been trying to get it's track.
Seems like the perfect option for me, 1300km,...
Forum: Touring
05-03-15, 03:31 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 934
Posted By ze_zaskar

Arctos, thank you very much for your post. I...

Arctos, thank you very much for your post.

I compiled a route from Quito down to La Balza. Got the tracks from Pedallingnowhere and from some journals at Crazyguyonabike. From there on, I would...
Forum: Touring
04-28-15, 10:57 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 934
Posted By ze_zaskar

Thanks for the help, I have no interest in...

Thanks for the help,

I have no interest in going to Colombia.
Forum: Touring
04-27-15, 12:31 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 7,858
Posted By ze_zaskar

I've used hydraulic discs for some time, and then...

I've used hydraulic discs for some time, and then BB7s for 5 years.
Hydros offer amazing power and modulation, but other than that, I don't care for them.

BB7s offer very good modulation and...
Forum: Touring
04-27-15, 11:31 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 934
Posted By ze_zaskar

Looking for a South America route, starting in Quito

Hello to all,

I want to do a South American tour. I intended to do it this year, but last December I got a much better job at a big company and decided to take advantage of that for another year....
Forum: Commuting
04-26-15, 12:07 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 10,553
Posted By ze_zaskar

I never wear padded shorts on my 20mile round...

I never wear padded shorts on my 20mile round commute.

Find the right saddle for you and you can dispense padding, at least for under 3h riders
Forum: Commuting
04-26-15, 12:05 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,061
Posted By ze_zaskar

Been using the Back Rollers daily for some months...

Been using the Back Rollers daily for some months now.

Great buy, love them.

Pros:
- truly waterproof
- Solid build
- fast to mount/dismount
- the rolling top allows to regulate their size...
Forum: Touring
02-28-15, 04:20 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,043
Posted By ze_zaskar

Yes, don't worry

Yes, don't worry
Forum: Touring
02-27-15, 08:15 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,043
Posted By ze_zaskar

Give these guys a call: Velo Culture...

Give these guys a call:
Velo Culture (http://veloculture.pt)

They are located in northen Portugal and should have and ship what you want.
If you ever talk to them, tell them they where...
Forum: Touring
02-11-15, 04:36 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 24,242
Posted By ze_zaskar

Having owned an Ogre, a Camargue (just a little)...

Having owned an Ogre, a Camargue (just a little) and now a 700c LHT and having read your posts for a while, I think you should go with the LHT without hesitation.
You could also consider the 700c...
Forum: Touring
02-10-15, 05:19 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 24,242
Posted By ze_zaskar

Overly stiff is relative. If you'r heavy (like...

Overly stiff is relative. If you'r heavy (like 200lbs) or carry a load then it would be stiff enough. Also, it's weight tends to come from the build rather than the frame itself. And less clearance?...
Forum: Touring
02-10-15, 12:52 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,387
Posted By ze_zaskar

Well, being the OP, I can tell you that I'm not...

Well, being the OP, I can tell you that I'm not even remotely interested in buying a SON, so you can spare your time with that.
The battle is really between the Shimano XT and the SP
Forum: Commuting
02-10-15, 12:51 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 10,015
Posted By ze_zaskar

Sorry, wrong thread

Sorry, wrong thread
Forum: Touring
02-09-15, 04:05 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,387
Posted By ze_zaskar

I've been using the bike extensively for the last...

I've been using the bike extensively for the last couple of months and regretting the option to dispense the dyno hub.
My commuting starts early and ends late, so there's little sunlight (even if...
Forum: Commuting
02-09-15, 02:37 PM
Replies: 149
Views: 10,056
Posted By ze_zaskar

I tend to ride at a 80% pace. Why? Slow enough...

I tend to ride at a 80% pace.
Why? Slow enough to keep fresh riding every day but fast enough to not have to wake up too early and to arrive home at time for gym.

12 miles each way, not big hills...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-02-15, 02:24 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,727
Posted By ze_zaskar

The tires should arrive until Wednesday. By...

The tires should arrive until Wednesday.

By the way, which pressure do you recommend? Please consider my 200lbs, a 20-25lbs load and something like 80% road and 20% cobblestone. I never used 40mm...
Forum: Commuting
01-24-15, 06:31 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,835
Posted By ze_zaskar

Keep in mind that an extra set of wheels or an...

Keep in mind that an extra set of wheels or an extra bike is not always an option ($$$$)...

What I'm trying to do is to achieve the best possible compromise with what I have (enphasys on...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-24-15, 06:25 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,388
Posted By ze_zaskar

Pulled the trigger on a set of SKS Chromoplastic...

Pulled the trigger on a set of SKS Chromoplastic P50s

I'll post some pics when its done
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-22-15, 12:36 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,388
Posted By ze_zaskar

Well the bike evolved from a VO Camargue to a...

Well the bike evolved from a VO Camargue to a Surly LHT 700c (which fits 29x2.0 Race Kings like a dream).

I'm using it daily and this rain wont stop, so I'll go with fenders.

Seems that SKS...
Forum: Commuting
01-22-15, 12:34 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,061
Posted By ze_zaskar

I ended up buying the Ortlieb Back Roller...

I ended up buying the Ortlieb Back Roller Classics.

I'm really happy, they are perfect for what I need.

Thanks for all the input!
Forum: Commuting
01-22-15, 12:32 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,835
Posted By ze_zaskar

Like I said on the Gravel Grinder/CX forum...

Like I said on the Gravel Grinder/CX forum thread:
"
Thanks for all the help guys, I'll go with the Conti Speed Rides, together with Schwalbe 18 Extralight tubes.

I think I'l also add a set of...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-22-15, 12:31 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,727
Posted By ze_zaskar

Thanks for all the help guys, I'll go with the...

Thanks for all the help guys, I'll go with the Conti Speed Rides, together with Schwalbe 18 Extralight tubes.

I think I'l also add a set of SKS P50 fenders to the mix...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-21-15, 01:18 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,727
Posted By ze_zaskar

My commute is 12 miles each way, some hills, 80%...

My commute is 12 miles each way, some hills, 80% road, 20% cobblestone
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-20-15, 07:17 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,727
Posted By ze_zaskar

I'm nota going to invest in an extra pair of...

I'm nota going to invest in an extra pair of wheels, not right now.

The Speed Rides seem to be a very food option
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-19-15, 05:23 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,727
Posted By ze_zaskar

The information I have says that Smart Sam are...

The information I have says that Smart Sam are 450g and the Mondials 580g, both 700x35c
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-19-15, 04:30 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,727
Posted By ze_zaskar

Thanks for all the help, Regarding Clement...

Thanks for all the help,

Regarding Clement tires, I'm sure they are great, but they tend to come rather expensive here (EU).
On the other hand, most Schwalbe and even Continental offerings can be...
Forum: Commuting
01-19-15, 06:38 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,835
Posted By ze_zaskar

Mixed use tires

Hello,


(cross post on Commuting forum)

Currently, I have two sets of tires for my bike (Surly LHT):
a) Conti Race King 29x2.0: they are light for 29er tires, supple and comfy, I mount...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-19-15, 06:31 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,727
Posted By ze_zaskar

Mixed use tires

Hello,


(cross post on Commuting forum)

Currently, I have two sets of tires for my bike (Surly LHT):
a) Conti Race King 29x2.0: they are light for 29er tires, supple and comfy, I mount them...
Forum: Commuting
12-17-14, 06:31 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,061
Posted By ze_zaskar

Ok, I'll go with the Ortlieb Roller Classics. ...

Ok, I'll go with the Ortlieb Roller Classics.

Now to decide which size, Front or Back...
Forum: Commuting
12-16-14, 12:58 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,061
Posted By ze_zaskar

Thanks for all the help! I don't want to...

Thanks for all the help!

I don't want to leave any clothing at work.

I have no doubts about the Ortlieb panniers quality, specially the Back Roller Classic. But how easy/fast is it to remove...
Forum: Commuting
12-15-14, 05:01 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,061
Posted By ze_zaskar

Convenient commuting luggage

Hello,

So I have a new job which has nice showers and that is some comfortable 10 miles away from home, mostly through a tarmac B road.
This means I'll be once again commuting by bike.

The...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-03-14, 04:37 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,388
Posted By ze_zaskar

Yes, I was speaking about singletrack ...

Yes, I was speaking about singletrack

Andy_k, thanks for the pics. I would think the differences would be more dramatic, but stil wonder how would that translate to the 700c wheels

Regarding...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-03-14, 01:39 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,388
Posted By ze_zaskar

I come from a deep MTB background, and believe...

I come from a deep MTB background, and believe me, MTB people generally aren't 100% oriented by logic when it comes to choose components (not bashing anyone). Also, pure MTB bikes tend to more of...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-03-14, 12:11 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,388
Posted By ze_zaskar

I really dislike those clip-on fenders, have used...

I really dislike those clip-on fenders, have used lots of them in the past.

Aren't the Chromoplastics a plastic/aluminum laminate? The supposedly should reduce fatigue isses
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-03-14, 10:40 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,388
Posted By ze_zaskar

If I decide on fenders, I'm probably going with...

If I decide on fenders, I'm probably going with the SKS Chromoplastics, which have a safety release on the front stays.
Is this enough?

Thanks
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-03-14, 09:20 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,388
Posted By ze_zaskar

Teach me on fenders

Hello,

I have a bike that is being used for everything, from mtb to road biking, with commuting in between.

One acessory I have been contemplating are fenders.

However, some questions come...
Forum: Touring
10-29-14, 04:14 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 16,468
Posted By ze_zaskar

Yes, I went ahead and bought the frame. I had to...

Yes, I went ahead and bought the frame. I had to travel in the last weeks and had no time to finish the build. I'll try to finish it this saturday and do the inaugural ride.
Anyway, firt impressions...
Forum: Touring
10-19-14, 02:40 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,251
Posted By ze_zaskar

I don't know about the US, but here in EU a Tubus...

I don't know about the US, but here in EU a Tubus Cargo is about 55 euros, not much more than an Axiom, etc
Aren't 10 or 20 euros worth the peace of mind?
Forum: Touring
10-03-14, 06:22 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 16,468
Posted By ze_zaskar

I also ordered mine a little bigger than I...

I also ordered mine a little bigger than I normaly would.
I usualy ride a 58cm bit went with the 59cm. That way I got a taller headtube and bigger triangle than with the 56cm.

About their...
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