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Forum: Touring
05-16-24, 07:22 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 296
Posted By imi

Thanks. They should be here in the next few days....

Thanks. They should be here in the next few days. I’ll get them fitted and will report back
Forum: Touring
05-15-24, 12:41 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,118
Posted By imi

Thanks for all the awesome replies about wheel...

Thanks for all the awesome replies about wheel building.
Like many things,I find, until I’ve started it’s a mystery
Forum: Touring
05-15-24, 03:10 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,590
Posted By imi

I found it amusing too...

I found it amusing too https://www.bikeforums.net/images/smilies/smile.gif
Forum: Touring
05-15-24, 02:53 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 393
Posted By imi

I find the stress of going through tunnels...

I find the stress of going through tunnels without bikepath or sidewalk to be directly related to their length and visibility.
I only have a small rear light when touring as I seldom ride after...
Forum: Touring
05-15-24, 02:43 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,118
Posted By imi

About how long/how many wheels does it take until...

About how long/how many wheels does it take until one may feel confident in building wheels?
Forum: Touring
05-10-24, 03:33 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 287
Posted By imi

Gah! 😡 Flying from New Zealand to Hat Yai in...

Gah! 😡

Flying from New Zealand to Hat Yai in southern Thailand, my bike got there, my other bag ended up in Dublin 🧐 It got sorted within 24 hours, but I went back to the airport rather than have...
Forum: Touring
05-09-24, 09:34 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 293
Posted By imi

I definitely agree. (Effective) Top-Tube length...

I definitely agree. (Effective) Top-Tube length is paramount to comfort.
Forum: Touring
05-09-24, 04:57 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,503
Posted By imi

I’ll keep that in the...

I’ll keep that in the good-to-know-but-hopefully-never-need drawer in my head 👍
Forum: Touring
05-08-24, 01:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 296
Posted By imi

Thanks Indyfabz. I eyeballed the clearance and am...

Thanks Indyfabz. I eyeballed the clearance and am now confident that 37’s will work.
I actually went ahead and ordered the regular Contacts 37mm as there was a fantastic deal on them. I’ve had 32mm...
Forum: Touring
05-08-24, 04:46 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 296
Posted By imi

Conti Top CONTACT II or… ?

Hi, I’m currently on a greek island and will be staying here for another two months, writing.
My bike, Bianchi Volpe, has Gator Hardshells 32 mm, my standard touring tires for decades.

However,...
Forum: Touring
05-07-24, 11:17 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,779
Posted By imi

I opened this thread as I sat down to my standard...

I opened this thread as I sat down to my standard evening meal at a campsite in Greece.
Beans and rice… I could, and do, live on them for months on end. Not for the gourmet folk maybe 🤔

edited...
Forum: Touring
05-07-24, 10:15 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,118
Posted By imi

I buy rims and hubs from german online stores...

I buy rims and hubs from german online stores (Bike24 & Rose), then my local bike mechanic gets the right spokes and builds the wheels. We’ve known each other for over twenty years, and he’s fine...
Forum: Touring
05-07-24, 04:19 AM
Replies: 2,094
Views: 425,544
Posted By imi

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Campsite on Kea, a magical peaceful island not far from the greek mainland....
Forum: Touring
05-07-24, 04:15 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 133
Posted By imi

April is early, in northern Europe, May can be...

April is early, in northern Europe, May can be either wonderful or rainy. Some years, the last two weeks of May have been wonderful, other years not so much.
I use wundergrounds history to check on...
Forum: Touring
05-06-24, 01:26 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,503
Posted By imi

Yes, I remember too! Awesome spark plug hack! :D ...

Yes, I remember too! Awesome spark plug hack! :D
Is there anything comparable in the auto world for a left pedal?
Forum: Touring
05-06-24, 06:28 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,503
Posted By imi

I think we’re getting into the realm of...

I think we’re getting into the realm of experience. For example, a long time ago, I didn’t carry a cassette tool. Didn’t know how to use it. Then I learned, and thought, I’ll bring one, just in case…...
Forum: Touring
05-06-24, 05:32 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,503
Posted By imi

Taking into account where and when I’m touring, I...

Taking into account where and when I’m touring, I like to prepare for the worst, but hope for the best.
So yeah, I’ve got some gear I hope I’ll never use, but will be glad I’ve got if and when it’s...
Forum: Touring
05-04-24, 01:10 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,503
Posted By imi

I love this! My bags are always packed. When I...

I love this!
My bags are always packed. When I get back from a tour, I’ll repair/replace anything that needs it, wash everything and pack. Yan’s method would work for me too :)
Forum: Touring
05-03-24, 12:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 339
Posted By imi

The Costa Brava from Barcelona to Lloret de Mar...

The Costa Brava from Barcelona to Lloret de Mar is heavily built up and very densely trafficked. After that, the coast road is scenic.

From Barcelona airport all the way to Vic you can get the...
Forum: Touring
04-26-24, 07:56 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 10,138
Posted By imi

The only time I think about aerodynamics is when...

The only time I think about aerodynamics is when riding on the drops in strong headwinds. Makes quite a difference.
Forum: Touring
04-23-24, 02:45 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,954
Posted By imi

Awesome post! 👏

Awesome post! 👏
Forum: Touring
04-19-24, 10:10 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 682
Posted By imi

I can highly recommend Bike24 and Rose in...

I can highly recommend Bike24 and Rose in Germany.
As I live in the EU, the UK’s Chain Reaction Cycles is no longer viable thanks to Brexit.
Forum: Touring
04-11-24, 02:22 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,631
Posted By imi

Just speaking for myself, many mornings my body...

Just speaking for myself, many mornings my body is telling me I need a rest day, but if I start riding that feeling goes away. So basically I don’t ”need” rest days, but sometimes, I’ll take one...
Forum: Touring
04-10-24, 02:20 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,310
Posted By imi

I was fortunate to have been able to buy my...

I was fortunate to have been able to buy my Hilleberg Soulu for less than half price thanks to personal contacts here in Sweden. It was still way more than I would have paid for a tent otherwise. The...
Forum: Touring
04-09-24, 05:44 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,111
Posted By imi

I think this could be a big factor. I‘m...

I think this could be a big factor. I‘m diametrically opposite, needing a lot of insulation not to be cold at night. I don‘t noticeably sweat unless it‘s really hot at night.
I think people‘s sleep...
Forum: Touring
04-08-24, 03:19 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,111
Posted By imi

Sorry, I maybe should have been clearer. I wasn’t...

Sorry, I maybe should have been clearer. I wasn’t thinking of multi day sub-freezing conditions, rather the few degrees colder than usual night, so maybe 0 to +5 C
Forum: Touring
04-08-24, 12:24 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,111
Posted By imi

Common wisdom, as I’ve come to understand it, is...

Common wisdom, as I’ve come to understand it, is that if you’re cold, you shouldn’t close your sleeping bag over your head as your breath condenses and you’ll get even colder. However, in my long...
Forum: Touring
04-08-24, 12:06 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 550
Posted By imi

That stuff that looks (and tastes) like tar? 🤢

That stuff that looks (and tastes) like tar? 🤢
Forum: Touring
04-01-24, 11:18 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,878
Posted By imi

Or barefoot on plastic pedals. Was my first tour,...

Or barefoot on plastic pedals. Was my first tour, Sweden to Spain. 5-speed bike 😬✌️
Forum: Touring
03-31-24, 11:21 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 3,161
Posted By imi

I’ll keep doing it until I can’t. Then I’ll have...

I’ll keep doing it until I can’t. Then I’ll have memories.
Forum: Touring
03-31-24, 01:16 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,878
Posted By imi

Toe-clips with light running shoes. MKS GR9...

Toe-clips with light running shoes.

MKS GR9 pedals, Zefal toe-clips, and Adidas shoes to be more exact :)
Forum: Touring
03-30-24, 02:13 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 3,161
Posted By imi

Hopefully AI and VR will soon be so good that we...

Hopefully AI and VR will soon be so good that we won’t have to leave our couches to be immersed in the awesome bicycle touring experience! FTW!
Forum: Touring
03-27-24, 10:25 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 984
Posted By imi

Pillow fight!

Inspired by comments in a different thread:

So, do you have a pillow with you? Inflatable? Synthetic or Down? Ultralight? … or do you just roll your smelly socks up under your head and snore away?
Forum: Touring
03-27-24, 10:22 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,954
Posted By imi

Hihi, it’s been a long winter, now we’re arguing...

Hihi, it’s been a long winter, now we’re arguing about pillows! 🤣
Actually, I think this is worthy of its own thread (https://www.bikeforums.net/touring/1290436-pillow-fight.html)!
Forum: Touring
03-27-24, 07:22 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 565
Posted By imi

Decathlon typically crush their boxes as soon as...

Decathlon typically crush their boxes as soon as they are unpacked. They have their own cardboard compressor.
I’m not saying ”don’t try” but it’s not a guaranteed go-to place. That said, it has...
Forum: Touring
03-27-24, 02:05 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 565
Posted By imi

It is, that’s what the baggage handlers do! 🧐

It is, that’s what the baggage handlers do! 🧐
Forum: Touring
03-26-24, 01:45 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,111
Posted By imi

For cold nights I double up with a cheap light...

For cold nights I double up with a cheap light sleeping bag over my regular 3-season bag. The difference is huge!
In Europe I buy this one...
Forum: Touring
03-24-24, 11:53 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 696
Posted By imi

Good to know,Yan. Thanks for the update. Is the...

Good to know,Yan. Thanks for the update.
Is the fiberfix still in good usable condition?
Forum: Touring
03-22-24, 05:27 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,453
Posted By imi

I have two published novels in a series (not...

I have two published novels in a series (not about cycling). Up to now, I haven’t successfully combined writing with touring as it’s so easy to want to get going in the morning :)

This spring I’ll...
Forum: Touring
03-22-24, 03:27 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,954
Posted By imi

No other musicians? Not even a ukele, harmonica,...

No other musicians? Not even a ukele, harmonica, or penny whistle?
Forum: Touring
03-22-24, 03:17 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 565
Posted By imi

Do you know where you’ll be staying in Paris? ...

Do you know where you’ll be staying in Paris?
If you’re able to carry all your gear and a boxed bike short distances, the B line Metro goes to CDG.

I’ve only ever searched for a bike box once in...
Forum: Touring
03-21-24, 05:46 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,229
Posted By imi

Possibly, but that question becomes irrelevant if...

Possibly, but that question becomes irrelevant if the airline refuses to take your bike because it's not in a suitable box as specified in their baggage policy... One hour before check-in closes,...
Forum: Touring
03-19-24, 02:46 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,954
Posted By imi

What else do you bring along?

Apart from ride, eat, sleep, do you carry stuff for work, hobbies etc?

I’m an author and musician, so paper, pencils, laptop, and 3/4 size guitar.
Forum: Touring
03-18-24, 11:34 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,229
Posted By imi

From Air Baltic’s website: Are cardboard boxes...

From Air Baltic’s website:
Are cardboard boxes becoming more available at airports nowadays?
Forum: Touring
03-18-24, 07:03 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 4,192
Posted By imi

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

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Göran Kropp on his way from Sweden to (and up)...
Forum: Touring
03-18-24, 07:01 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 4,192
Posted By imi

Fair point. I tour mostly in western europe...

Fair point. I tour mostly in western europe (never been to Albania),and if you’re on a marked road (for cars), then it’s not often you think ”what a crappy road”
Forum: Touring
03-18-24, 06:51 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 4,192
Posted By imi

Sorry staehp, I edited my post above after you...

Sorry staehp, I edited my post above after you posted.

Yes, tortillas are great… but in France, a freshly baked baguette is hard to beat :)
Forum: Touring
03-18-24, 06:29 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 4,192
Posted By imi

Depends where and in what weather. I’ve done...

Depends where and in what weather.

I’ve done overnight tours with nothing more than a space blanket and a puncture repair kit… and wet/cold/stormy tours where I have way more than 20 lbs of gear...
Forum: Touring
03-17-24, 11:18 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 4,192
Posted By imi

Maybe I’m missing something? I’ve never thought...

Maybe I’m missing something? I’ve never thought ”oh, I’m comfortable or uncomfortable” on my Hardshells at 100 psi, or on a MTB with 2” tires.
They are of course more suitable for different...
Forum: Touring
03-15-24, 01:22 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 4,192
Posted By imi

I’ve toured for decades on Gatorskins and...

I’ve toured for decades on Gatorskins and GatorHardshells. Puncture protection is great, and they do feel nimble. Unless you’re off-road a lot they’re fantastic tires.
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