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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-31-14, 09:55 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,462
Posted By Dc5e

The new Sora can support up to 32t rings. Older...

The new Sora can support up to 32t rings. Older derailleurs are usually only spec'd for 28t or 30t (though some people have been able to fit larger).
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-30-14, 08:51 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,415
Posted By Dc5e

Take a look at the Mobius ActionCam.

Take a look at the Mobius ActionCam.
Forum: Commuting
10-29-14, 11:17 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,182
Posted By Dc5e

I rode at least 1500 miles on those exact tires....

I rode at least 1500 miles on those exact tires. I got mine for around $12 each. For the price, they're quite good. Smooth ride like a slick tire, but the blocks on the sides help grip a little on...
Forum: Northeast
08-24-14, 07:49 PM
Replies: 11,203
Views: 1,468,243
Posted By Dc5e

I agree that the MM is horrible on the weekends....

I agree that the MM is horrible on the weekends. I usually avoid most of it on the weekends but yesterday, I decided to do a Belmont - Concord Loop so I could also see the newly paved parts. I always...
Forum: Touring
06-11-14, 07:48 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 4,753
Posted By Dc5e

I have a hennessy hammock that I plan to tour...

I have a hennessy hammock that I plan to tour with. I was once considering getting the Handy Hammock but decided not since I don't mind sleeping on the ground if I have to and don't want to carry the...
Forum: Touring
06-10-14, 02:08 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 4,753
Posted By Dc5e

The Handy Hammock is really the only lightweight...

The Handy Hammock is really the only lightweight portable hammock stand suitable for touring and backpacking that I know of.
Forum: Touring
05-29-14, 09:47 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,661
Posted By Dc5e

You should check if your pump is serviceable. I...

You should check if your pump is serviceable. I have a Topeak Road morph G and found out that you can replace the o-ring and clean/lubricate the inside pretty easily. The o-ring is the thing you'd...
Forum: Touring
05-03-14, 10:36 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 9,758
Posted By Dc5e

I just received a Klickfix mount I purchased from...

I just received a Klickfix mount I purchased from velofred. I also received a little 10% coupon code card from them with the code "VeloFred". Not sure if it'll work for everyone but it's worth a try...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-30-14, 09:14 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,712
Posted By Dc5e

You should be able to just connect a USB Power...

You should be able to just connect a USB Power Bank to extend the battery life. The only problem would be that you'd have a cable dangling down, though that's probably not too big of a deal.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-24-14, 11:17 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,058
Posted By Dc5e

Strava does have autopause. Perhaps it could be...

Strava does have autopause. Perhaps it could be an issue with a weak GPS signal?
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-24-14, 10:00 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 701
Posted By Dc5e

Is the solar panel's voltage output 12v?

Is the solar panel's voltage output 12v?
Forum: Touring
04-09-14, 11:20 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 8,277
Posted By Dc5e

I'm in a somewhat similar situation as OP, living...

I'm in a somewhat similar situation as OP, living at home, no job, a few years younger, etc. I plan to do a bike tour soon and I think for someone like OP, a bike tour could be a good thing. I think...
Forum: Touring
04-07-14, 01:11 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,346
Posted By Dc5e

You can still cache maps for offline in google...

You can still cache maps for offline in google maps by typing "ok maps" in the search bar. Unfortunately, I don't know if there's a way to see what you've already cached.
Forum: Touring
04-06-14, 07:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 998
Posted By Dc5e

It should work fine. You'll just have to pull the...

It should work fine. You'll just have to pull the crown race off the old fork or get another for the new fork. You'll also need to get a star nut.
Forum: Touring
03-22-14, 03:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 659
Posted By Dc5e

You should be fine with either set of tires. I...

You should be fine with either set of tires. I did two 50 mile days on my cyclocross bike on 23mm front and 25mm rear tires with a tent, sleeping pads, and cooking equipment strapped to my rack / in...
Forum: Touring
02-02-14, 06:15 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 6,095
Posted By Dc5e

Have you looked at the new Windows 8.1 tablets...

Have you looked at the new Windows 8.1 tablets such as the Dell Venue 8 Pro, Lenovo Miix 2, Asus VivoTab Note 8, etc? They're essentially 8" tablet PCs and could easily replace a laptop depending on...
Forum: Northeast
11-15-13, 03:32 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 870
Posted By Dc5e

I've only ridden it once and that was at the end...

I've only ridden it once and that was at the end of August. It's a very nice trail.
Forum: Touring
10-31-13, 08:11 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 4,671
Posted By Dc5e

You could go with a small tripod like a Ultrapod...

You could go with a small tripod like a Ultrapod 2. Won't be as sturdy as a regular tripod, but it does give you other mounting options since you would be able to strap to a pole.
Forum: Northeast
10-08-13, 12:50 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 762
Posted By Dc5e

I can't help you in regards to hotels, but I've...

I can't help you in regards to hotels, but I've ridden the the Cambridge/Boston side of the Charles River Bike Path many times and the Watertown -> Newton -> Waltham side only once. Some small...
Forum: Touring
10-08-13, 11:16 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,057
Posted By Dc5e

I haven't done much touring yet but I plan to...

I haven't done much touring yet but I plan to this coming spring/summer. My (CX) bike has the Sora 3500 and so far I've put about 2000 miles on it. I haven't had any issues with them and they seem to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-03-13, 09:58 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,834
Posted By Dc5e

I have PF30 and have only had it creak two times...

I have PF30 and have only had it creak two times over 2k miles (First one started in the first few hundred miles). Each time I took the crankset off, cleaned things up, and applied lube to every...
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