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Forum: Touring
10-21-22, 04:00 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,064
Posted By countrydirt

The crank is on the bike and I've taken a few...

The crank is on the bike and I've taken a few shortish rides on the bike to test it out. I also added a new Brooks B-17, so have a bit of break in riding to do, but so far it is feeling pretty good....
Forum: Touring
09-28-22, 09:20 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,064
Posted By countrydirt

Well, adjusting to retirement, having my out of...

Well, adjusting to retirement, having my out of town sons visit for a couple of weeks and moving into a new house sort of put the extended touring plan on hold until 2023. But, I'm working with the...
Forum: Touring
08-15-22, 06:09 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,030
Posted By countrydirt

2007 - MTB down a longish gravel road from...

2007 - MTB down a longish gravel road from southeastern Colorado to the Oklahoma panhandle. One overnight at the Black Mesa State park.
05-26-22, 11:26 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 605
Posted By countrydirt

Late to the party!

I was sort of kinda active on BF years ago, but life got in the way and I didn't post for years. But now, at 58 and almost (two weeks away) retired, I find I have more time to indulge in talking...
Forum: Touring
05-26-22, 11:17 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,064
Posted By countrydirt

I bought the bike in April 2020 and have ridden...

I bought the bike in April 2020 and have ridden it recreationally over the past 2 years. It was in pretty pristine shape at that point. I keep it pretty clean and only ride it maybe twice a week as...
Forum: Touring
05-26-22, 05:26 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,064
Posted By countrydirt

The 520 is stock 1997, so has the 30-42-52 crank...

The 520 is stock 1997, so has the 30-42-52 crank and the 11-32 8 in the rear. Rear shifter can move from indexed to friction. Front is friction. I hope it will be as easy as changing out the inner...
Forum: Touring
05-25-22, 12:58 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,064
Posted By countrydirt

I'll do that this evening or tomorrow when I am...

I'll do that this evening or tomorrow when I am home.
Forum: Touring
05-25-22, 12:54 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,064
Posted By countrydirt

I think it has a 7 speed - 11-28

I think it has a 7 speed - 11-28
Forum: Touring
05-25-22, 12:47 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,064
Posted By countrydirt

I have friction in the front and indexed on the...

I have friction in the front and indexed on the rear and they are bar end.
Forum: Touring
05-25-22, 10:11 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,064
Posted By countrydirt

That's what I thought myself. He's a good friend,...

That's what I thought myself. He's a good friend, but only started working on bikes a few years ago, so that is his experience - make em all sporty for the youngsters.

The LBS mechanic has been...
Forum: Touring
05-25-22, 10:02 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,064
Posted By countrydirt

Thank you!

Thank you!
Forum: Touring
05-25-22, 10:01 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,064
Posted By countrydirt

This is very helpful. Thank you!

This is very helpful. Thank you!
Forum: Touring
05-25-22, 09:33 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,064
Posted By countrydirt

Thanks saddlesores I need to get with the LBS...

Thanks saddlesores I need to get with the LBS mechanic and get a plan. My drinking buddy bike mechanic just wants to talk about changing to a 1X front and I don't think that will do anything but...
Forum: Touring
05-25-22, 06:43 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,064
Posted By countrydirt

Thanks for your experienced thoughts jamawani ...

Thanks for your experienced thoughts jamawani As an inexperienced tourer, I take it all in.

Back to my questions though - ideas about where in California to exit Amtrak? Routing from there to...
Forum: Touring
05-24-22, 11:45 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,064
Posted By countrydirt

I think I trust traffic more than this young...

I think I trust traffic more than this young man's driving! :lol:

Seriously, hadn't thought about having him come pick me up.

This is my first year of retirement and I don't think it will...
Forum: Touring
05-24-22, 10:55 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,064
Posted By countrydirt

My tour idea - input welcome/needed

I am retiring next month! So, I have this idea to ride the Amtrak from Colorado to Sacramento/San Francisco/Oakland in September and then ride north to see me oldest son who lives near Sebastapol...
05-24-22, 10:37 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,505
Posted By countrydirt

We have a weekly group ride that just cruises...

We have a weekly group ride that just cruises around our city and countryside. The group is all ages from children to teens to young adults to middle aged and senior citizens. I have made some...
05-24-22, 10:10 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,792
Posted By countrydirt

Dandelions serve a wonderful role. First off,...

Dandelions serve a wonderful role. First off, they are a major source of early food for pollinators. Secondly, purple house finches love the fluffy seeds. Finally, the long taproot will help break...
05-22-22, 04:08 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 17,169
Posted By countrydirt

I'm retiring from teaching in about 3 weeks. ...

I'm retiring from teaching in about 3 weeks. I've been ramping up my biking for errands and pleasure and want to transition to living car light as much as possible.
Forum: Commuting
09-15-20, 06:20 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,799
Posted By countrydirt

Here in Pewtown I ride in with morning temps...

Here in Pewtown I ride in with morning temps around 55-60F. Afternoon yesterday was about 90F. It will be warmer this week. My outdoor thermometer is showing 59F at 6:20 am.
Forum: Commuting
08-28-20, 04:48 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,731
Posted By countrydirt

I finished my 3rd week of commuting every day...

I finished my 3rd week of commuting every day this week. It has been a nice change from driving for sure. I want keep going as long as the weather allows. I may add another mountain bike to the...
Forum: Commuting
08-26-20, 05:11 PM
Replies: 614
Views: 132,563
Posted By countrydirt

I'm almost leaving in the dark, but still in mid...

I'm almost leaving in the dark, but still in mid to upper 60's in the morning. Afternoons are still around 95-100F so get a good sweat going. Almost 3 weeks of daily commuting and my ride is...
Forum: Touring
08-25-20, 07:17 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,013
Posted By countrydirt

I have a pair of trekking bars I had on a Trek...

I have a pair of trekking bars I had on a Trek 4300 for quite a few years. My son wore the bike out when he was in college. I think I want to put the bars on my 2002 520. Sounds like it might be...
Forum: Commuting
08-23-20, 04:24 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 21,752
Posted By countrydirt

56, 12 miles round trip

56, 12 miles round trip
Forum: Commuting
08-19-20, 08:11 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,731
Posted By countrydirt

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Here is my set up this week. The trunk pack holds my...
Forum: Commuting
08-14-20, 11:22 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,731
Posted By countrydirt

Completed my first week of commuting for a total...

Completed my first week of commuting for a total of 60 miles. 4 rides were on the Trek 520 and one was on the Miyata.
Forum: Commuting
08-14-20, 11:20 AM
Replies: 324
Views: 68,876
Posted By countrydirt

Bizman (PA)...

Bizman (PA) ___________________________________________ 6472 (7062 total YTD)
augustgarage (CA) _____________________________________ 1896.2 (1902.2 total [51/51])
mgw4jc (NC)...
Forum: Commuting
08-11-20, 06:20 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,731
Posted By countrydirt

Today's commute was nice in the morning and...

Today's commute was nice in the morning and somewhat brutal in the afternoon - 65F in the morning, 100F in the afternoon. Light headwind headed home in the heat, but I only had to endure for about...
Forum: Commuting
08-11-20, 05:00 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,731
Posted By countrydirt

I like that setup. I have a front rack, but...

I like that setup. I have a front rack, but haven't mounted it yet.
Forum: Commuting
08-10-20, 06:18 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,731
Posted By countrydirt

First commute went well. Left my house around...

First commute went well. Left my house around 6:20 and made it to the school about 6:45 - I didn't push at all. Home was different. I had a nice tailwind and so cruised home in 20 minutes.
Forum: Commuting
08-09-20, 09:06 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,731
Posted By countrydirt

My shoulder/neck procedure went well and I've...

My shoulder/neck procedure went well and I've ridden every day since Wednesday, so I'm going to start the commute tomorrow. Fortunately we are going to be "virtual" from our classrooms and social...
Forum: Touring
08-07-20, 07:50 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,584
Posted By countrydirt

Wow, thanks for sharing! I really like the looks...

Wow, thanks for sharing! I really like the looks of this and am very interested in doing some of the Colorado and perhaps New Mexico sections of this. I've likely driven many of these roads over...
Forum: Commuting
08-06-20, 09:28 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,731
Posted By countrydirt

That looks like a good workaround. My fenders...

That looks like a good workaround. My fenders should arrive today and I'll likely put them on this afternoon.
Forum: Commuting
08-06-20, 05:10 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,731
Posted By countrydirt

My procedure went well yesterday afternoon, and...

My procedure went well yesterday afternoon, and if the way I feel this morning is any indication, I likely will be back on the bike by Monday, so my commute should be on schedule.
Forum: Commuting
08-02-20, 09:47 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,731
Posted By countrydirt

Okay, I have a question. I just put 700 X 35 C...

Okay, I have a question. I just put 700 X 35 C tires on. I am changing the rack out in the next week. I want to put fenders on this bike. Anyone have a good recommendation for a brand or model of...
Forum: Commuting
08-01-20, 07:39 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,731
Posted By countrydirt

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/640x480/7cb202dc_8c37_47af_a55b_584cf96f19e0_7693bc7bace4a52a80fcda52cca12af4942a273e.jpeg
Out for an early morning ride of our river trail. ...
Forum: Commuting
08-01-20, 05:07 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,731
Posted By countrydirt

Thanks georgiaboy I haven't commuted regularly...

Thanks georgiaboy I haven't commuted regularly since around 1998 or 1999, so this will be a new adventure for me. I'm looking forward to doing my part.
Forum: Commuting
07-31-20, 06:51 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,731
Posted By countrydirt

My commuting bicycles

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I am taking up bicycle commuting after August 10...
Forum: Introductions
07-31-20, 06:41 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 678
Posted By countrydirt

Welcome from a CSU alum and resident just a few...

Welcome from a CSU alum and resident just a few hours south of Fort Collins!
Forum: Commuting
07-30-20, 12:03 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 38,419
Posted By countrydirt

High School Agriculture teacher.

High School Agriculture teacher.
Forum: Commuting
08-16-12, 06:00 AM
Replies: 15,693
Views: 12,359,933
Posted By countrydirt

267623 Here it is, actually set up for touring,...

267623
Here it is, actually set up for touring, but substantially the same on the commute. 1980's Miyata Trailrunner.
Forum: Touring
06-24-12, 07:24 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 8,404
Posted By countrydirt

http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m44/countrydirt...

http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m44/countrydirt/DryCimmarontour154.jpg

Something like this? The front rack was a Delta Shock Treatment rack. I no longer have the bike. It was a Trek 4300
...
Forum: Touring
07-11-11, 07:44 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 388
Posted By countrydirt

I was there about 2 weeks ago. Depending on when...

I was there about 2 weeks ago. Depending on when you go, be ready for heat and humidity. None of the hills that I rode were so long that I couldn't pull them, but don't be afraid to stop and rest. ...
Forum: Touring
07-10-11, 07:31 PM
Replies: 132
Views: 7,807
Posted By countrydirt

I have not used a pillow at home for almost 15...

I have not used a pillow at home for almost 15 years. So, sleeping in a tent only requires that I get my head on the same level as my shoulders.
Forum: Touring
07-09-11, 07:09 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 818
Posted By countrydirt

I really like my pop-can stoves. ...

I really like my pop-can stoves.
http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m44/countrydirt/popcan%20stove/GEDC0315Copy.jpg

I would caution against trying to use water to put out a burning spill. A...
07-07-11, 03:19 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 541
Posted By countrydirt

What does coverage and support of the TdF and other Grand Tours cost?

I am digging watching the TdF this year, online, live. However, I was struck by a question. What can it possibly cost to support and broadcast such an event. I mean the team cars are everywhere,...
Forum: Touring
06-26-11, 10:23 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 779
Posted By countrydirt

http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m44/countrydirt...

http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m44/countrydirt/IMG_0358Copy.jpg
http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m44/countrydirt/IMG_0357Copy.jpg...
Forum: Touring
06-25-11, 04:20 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 779
Posted By countrydirt

Just putting it out there - Kansas is hot, hilly,...

Just putting it out there - Kansas is hot, hilly, windy and humid and it totally ate my lunch. My navigation skills leave a bit to be desired, if I can't see the sun or mountains. 64.7 circular...
Forum: Touring
06-24-11, 05:32 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 779
Posted By countrydirt

So I am set. Tomorrow, I head off for Milford...

So I am set. Tomorrow, I head off for Milford Reservoir and points west of Manhattan. I will report back how my home brew GPS mapping works. I am working off of MapSource, so I am not sure if I...
Forum: Touring
06-22-11, 08:20 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 779
Posted By countrydirt

Thanks for the input. I think I have decided to...

Thanks for the input. I think I have decided to go to Milford Reservoir. I can get out of town pretty quickly and go on the north side of Junction City and cruise over to the State Park. Tuttle...
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