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Forum: Touring
04-23-22, 07:43 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 7,824
Posted By kombiguy

I like my LHT. I started my cross-country on it....

I like my LHT. I started my cross-country on it. I did change the chainring on it to give me a lower gear for the hills, and the tires. Other than that, pretty much stock.
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Forum: Touring
07-07-21, 08:16 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 6,940
Posted By kombiguy

What is the clip you're using to hold your map?...

What is the clip you're using to hold your map? That looks like the exact thing I've been looking for.
Forum: Touring
07-07-21, 07:57 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,395
Posted By kombiguy

I'm not sure of their status as threatened, but...

I'm not sure of their status as threatened, but if one needs to defend oneself in a life threatening situation, one should do what is necessary. That includes killing the aggressor, if need be.
This...
10-25-20, 08:01 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 719
Posted By kombiguy

Specialized Alibi tires

Hi! Wife's bike, airless tires.She would like to change them to regular pneumatic tires. Will I need new wheels, or do the airless tires come off like regular tires? I don't want to mess things up by...
10-12-20, 04:51 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,903
Posted By kombiguy

48/34/24, jis

48/34/24, jis
10-07-20, 05:26 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,903
Posted By kombiguy

I went with a Velo Orange triple. Looks great and...

I went with a Velo Orange triple. Looks great and works as well.
10-03-20, 06:52 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,903
Posted By kombiguy

Big difference. I haven't been out of the saddle...

Big difference. I haven't been out of the saddle since getting it. I may go slow, but I get there!
10-03-20, 06:40 PM
Replies: 212
Views: 19,770
Posted By kombiguy

Or sounding "redneck" or...

Or sounding "redneck" or "hillbilly."
09-13-20, 03:58 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,903
Posted By kombiguy

Well, I got my new crankset installed. Now, as...

Well, I got my new crankset installed. Now, as soon as I start my trip, I'll update on how well it works! Thanks to all!
09-12-20, 03:21 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 724
Posted By kombiguy

New BB and crankset fit and work fine. And, they...

New BB and crankset fit and work fine. And, they look great. Very classic and retro.
09-08-20, 12:36 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,903
Posted By kombiguy

Mine is a Sora group, although it appears that...

Mine is a Sora group, although it appears that the bottom bracket is Tiagra. If they break them out that way.
09-07-20, 06:03 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,903
Posted By kombiguy

Will do!

Will do!
09-06-20, 01:15 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,903
Posted By kombiguy

The upshot is that I've ordered a new crank and...

The upshot is that I've ordered a new crank and bottom bracket. Based on Sheldon Brown's gear calculator, that should move me from a low gear of 22.6 gi to one of 18.1 gi.
09-05-20, 12:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 724
Posted By kombiguy

new bottom backet

Hi! I have a Surly LHT. In the specs, all it say is that the BB is Shimano BSA. It is a Sora group on the bike.
I want to use an Orange Velo triple on the bike, but it tells me to pick a spindle...
09-05-20, 07:08 AM
Replies: 106
Views: 10,810
Posted By kombiguy

Scuba, both solo and teaching; film photography,...

Scuba, both solo and teaching; film photography, and shooting.
09-04-20, 05:01 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,903
Posted By kombiguy

The problem is that it appears to get that small...

The problem is that it appears to get that small ring on the Surly, I'd have to change the bottom bracket and cranks. It may have to wait until I'm done with my trip. Thanks to all who gave me the...
09-04-20, 04:59 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,903
Posted By kombiguy

Cycling from St. Augustine to LA via Birmingham,...

Cycling from St. Augustine to LA via Birmingham, Branson, OKC, and Williams Az.
One fat guy on a Surly LHT, self sufficient camping mostly, with a once a week motel.

BTW, 62 years old.
09-04-20, 07:41 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,903
Posted By kombiguy

Gear inch question

My bike currently has a 50-39-30 front ring set, ans an 11-36 sprocket set. Using those numbers, I get a gear inch low of 22.6
If I were to change to a 26 tooth low gear on the front, that would...
08-25-20, 03:37 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 5,684
Posted By kombiguy

Both my wife and my girlfriend say me telomeres...

Both my wife and my girlfriend say me telomeres are plenty long!
08-14-20, 08:37 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 455
Posted By kombiguy

Yes, you need a primer. First, a self-etching...

Yes, you need a primer. First, a self-etching primer. Then a high-build primer, which you sand down to get a smooth surface. Then, a sealer. Then your color coats, then a clear coat. Anywhere between...
08-10-20, 07:30 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,809
Posted By kombiguy

Barkeeper's friend also works great on car...

Barkeeper's friend also works great on car windshields. Hose it down, sprinkle BF on, make a paste with a sponge and sponge clean the windshield. Rinse well, and voila. Like new glass.
08-07-20, 03:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 764
Posted By kombiguy

Or one 4 pack of Weyerbacher Insanity.

Or one 4 pack of Weyerbacher Insanity.
08-07-20, 03:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 764
Posted By kombiguy

Thanks! I'm going to grab them in the morning.

Thanks! I'm going to grab them in the morning.
08-07-20, 01:20 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 764
Posted By kombiguy

Comes with clips and straps. 20 bucks. Too much?

Comes with clips and straps. 20 bucks. Too much?
08-07-20, 12:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 764
Posted By kombiguy

Maillard CXC pedals

Does anyone know anything about these? I have a chance to buy a pair and I thought they might be cool to put on a bike.
08-03-20, 07:18 PM
Replies: 265
Views: 17,738
Posted By kombiguy

The risk of death is the salt of adventure.

The risk of death is the salt of adventure.
07-07-20, 05:22 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,481
Posted By kombiguy

Top of the stem is even with the saddle. And...

Top of the stem is even with the saddle. And that's as far up as I can have it. I may play with an adjustable stem, but I'm also thinking about trekking bars to get my hands up.
07-07-20, 05:19 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,481
Posted By kombiguy

I'll give that a shot. Although, to be perfectly...

I'll give that a shot. Although, to be perfectly honest, I've been pretending to be a young guy for a little too long now. At least according to my wife.
07-07-20, 05:18 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,481
Posted By kombiguy

I'll try the different bike thing. Can't hurt,...

I'll try the different bike thing. Can't hurt, right?
07-06-20, 09:24 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,481
Posted By kombiguy

I'm certainly no racer! I'm just a fat, old guy....

I'm certainly no racer! I'm just a fat, old guy. I have thought about replacing the bars with touring or trekking bars, since I'll be touring on the bike.
07-06-20, 09:22 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,481
Posted By kombiguy

I couldn't give you a time answer, but it seems...

I couldn't give you a time answer, but it seems frequent as I search for a more comfortable position.
Really, the odd thing is why my left hand gives me no problem, and why my right shoulder gives...
07-05-20, 02:04 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,481
Posted By kombiguy

I'm hoping it's not that. I've already had two...

I'm hoping it's not that. I've already had two spine surgeries, I'd hate a third! :)
I'm going back to Tai Chi for the flexibility. Maybe that will help.
07-05-20, 02:02 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,481
Posted By kombiguy

Nope. Regular drop bars.

Nope. Regular drop bars.
07-05-20, 01:12 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,481
Posted By kombiguy

Shooulder and hand issue.

I’m having a problem with my bike. Or, more precisely, it is having a problem with me. When I go for a ride, somewhere around the 12 mile mark, I notice my left shoulder starts to hurt. Not muscular,...
Forum: Touring
07-02-20, 06:32 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 8,404
Posted By kombiguy

I'm leaving in September, Yorktown to LA via the...

I'm leaving in September, Yorktown to LA via the Grand Canyon. I'm fairly certain I'll be able to make do with what's out there.
07-02-20, 06:07 PM
Replies: 83,068
Views: 14,039,527
Posted By kombiguy

I love that!

I love that!
06-23-20, 09:08 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 849
Posted By kombiguy

I don't know about brands, since I make my own. 1...

I don't know about brands, since I make my own. 1 part duck fat from a French hand-fed Maigret duck. 1 part sweat from a Swedish virgin woman's thighs. 1 part baby oil, preferably from a newborn from...
06-21-20, 11:04 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,688
Posted By kombiguy

Dellortos? And the distributor tester is just too...

Dellortos? And the distributor tester is just too cool. Wish I had one for the 009s in the garage.
06-11-20, 02:02 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,509
Posted By kombiguy

It seems that the chainring setup I have has...

It seems that the chainring setup I have has asymmetric bot spacing. 4 bolts, 64-ish between 2, and 45-ish between two. That, I am sure, complicates things a bit. :) Is my answer a new crankset, if...
06-11-20, 09:10 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,509
Posted By kombiguy

New chainring for Sora 9speed

Hi! I have a Surly LHT with a Shimano Sora triple chainring, 50-39-30. Can I, and would it be advisable, to put a smaller chainring on the small end, say a 24? I'm old, fat, bad knees, bad...
06-06-20, 07:04 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 4,513
Posted By kombiguy

Floyd Landis.

Floyd Landis.
05-25-20, 12:47 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,421
Posted By kombiguy

[QUOTE=FiftySix;21492787] Getting a gun aimed at...

[QUOTE=FiftySix;21492787] Getting a gun aimed at you is a definitely an emotional experience .../QUOTE]

Winston Churchill once said that there was nothing quite as exhilarating as being shot at...
03-08-18, 10:17 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,753
Posted By kombiguy

I'm late here, but do you still have a Huret...

I'm late here, but do you still have a Huret Allvit available?
01-30-11, 02:59 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 9,208
Posted By kombiguy

Well trial was held, driver convicted on one of...

Well trial was held, driver convicted on one of two counts. Sentenced to a whopping 175 dollar fine. It came out during trial that the driver has had four tickets since hitting my wife, one of them a...
01-25-11, 08:36 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 9,208
Posted By kombiguy

Well, it has been a long time, but we're close to...

Well, it has been a long time, but we're close to a resolution. I browbeat the Sheriff into issuing citations, and the driver(after numerous continuances) goes to trial Friday. She's charged with...
06-04-09, 06:30 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 9,208
Posted By kombiguy

Attached is the letter I wrote to the sheriff....

Attached is the letter I wrote to the sheriff. Tomorrow I will post the letter he wrote in response!
06-04-09, 06:33 AM
Replies: 152
Views: 6,871
Posted By kombiguy

Originally Posted by kombiguy Just because...

Originally Posted by kombiguy
Just because I'm paranoid, doesn't mean they're not out to get me!

I don't live in fear, I just fight back at every opportunity. We all get the government we...
06-03-09, 11:51 AM
Replies: 152
Views: 6,871
Posted By kombiguy

Just because I'm paranoid, doesn't mean they're...

Just because I'm paranoid, doesn't mean they're not out to get me!:thumb:
I don't live in fear, I just fight back at every opportunity. We all get the government we deserve; some of us keep...
06-01-09, 02:53 PM
Replies: 152
Views: 6,871
Posted By kombiguy

+1 Well said!

+1 Well said!
06-01-09, 02:35 PM
Replies: 152
Views: 6,871
Posted By kombiguy

That's because they have no sense of humor!:thumb:

That's because they have no sense of humor!:thumb:
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