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Forum: Southern California
02-27-20, 05:21 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,184
Posted By Mongoeric

Electric Bike Rental SF to LA

Would anyone have any information on picking up a rental electric bike in SF and dropping it off in LA?

My wife could only do this ride with an electric bike. She owns one but shipping the...
Forum: Southern California
02-09-20, 04:42 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,916
Posted By Mongoeric

Safety on Pacific Coast Bike Route

Could anyone comment on the safety on the Pacific Coast Bike Route? Mostly concerned with safety issues from other people not from cars.

Some backstory. My son and I rode from Vancouver to SF but...
Forum: Touring
10-20-19, 01:31 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,863
Posted By Mongoeric

Warm Weather Winter Bike Tour

I'm looking for some recommendations on a warm weather winter bike tour.

I have a few weeks off after Christmas and am looking for a bike tour in warm weather. There are a few constraints.

I...
Forum: Touring
04-30-17, 02:05 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,652
Posted By Mongoeric

Here It Is

Finally did it - and very pleased.

For the gearing went with 10 speed SRAM XO 2x 36/22 in the front and 11/36 in the rear. The 22f/36r gives about all the mountain gear you can ask for, and I ask...
Forum: Touring
04-26-17, 03:05 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 9,855
Posted By Mongoeric

I appreciated the train travel idea and the...

I appreciated the train travel idea and the benefits of UPS/FedEx but due to circumstances a flight is the best option for me.

Has anyone gone on JetBlue with a big bike box? Has anyone been...
Forum: Touring
04-26-17, 09:39 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 9,855
Posted By Mongoeric

Bike on Jetblue

I've read and reread the Jet Blue bike policy.

JetBlue | Help Sporting equipment on JetBlue flights (http://help.jetblue.com/SRVS/CGI-BIN/webisapi.dll?New,Kb=askBlue,case=obj(2236)#s4)

I've...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-18-17, 08:36 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 9,094
Posted By Mongoeric

A Big Boy

I started at 260# with a 28 spoke real wheel. That was not going to work.

I wanted to go on loaded bike tours in remote places. My loaded weight on the wheel was probably in excess of yours.
...
Forum: Touring
03-09-17, 10:26 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,889
Posted By Mongoeric

I was a loyal Schwalbe Marathon Plus user - 32 or...

I was a loyal Schwalbe Marathon Plus user - 32 or 35mm. They were hard to flat, but heavy and harsh. I've recently switched to Maxxis Refuse 40mm. I love how they ride, rolling resistance and plush...
Forum: Touring
02-22-17, 09:38 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,304
Posted By Mongoeric

Only Long Sleeves

I only ride in long sleeves, summer and winter.

To me, there is no discernable difference in comfort. My arms were getting sun damaged and sun screen was problematic.

I'll never go back to...
Forum: Touring
11-23-16, 06:54 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,652
Posted By Mongoeric

Thanks to all for the great feedback. This is why...

Thanks to all for the great feedback. This is why I love this forum.

I've decided to go with a 2x10 Mountain set up using SRAM. See this article:

Low Gear Range: Road Shifters & Gears For...
Forum: Touring
11-21-16, 07:27 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,652
Posted By Mongoeric

Feedback on New Build

Your feedback on a new bike build would be appreciated. It's a little different from what I see, but I think it may be good.

First, it's a light touring/gravel/recreational riding bike. I don't...
Forum: Touring
06-02-16, 11:00 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 5,780
Posted By Mongoeric

I went on my first bike tour at 60. A credit card...

I went on my first bike tour at 60. A credit card tour of ~500 miles starting at my back door. My wife picked me up at the end. I stayed in motels; I had a reservation the first two nights then...
Forum: Touring
01-10-16, 08:59 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 16,316
Posted By Mongoeric

First, I agree with all that are recommending...

First, I agree with all that are recommending North to South. Unless you like strong headwinds and being on the wrong side of the road with respect to the view. . .

Moving the panniers back will...
Forum: Touring
09-28-15, 02:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,859
Posted By Mongoeric

I use the Adamo Road and have put quite a few...

I use the Adamo Road and have put quite a few miles on it, including extended tours.

Before the Adamo I was plagued by 'numbness.' I tried a B-17 before the Adamo, though I didn't try it for very...
Forum: Touring
08-16-15, 09:24 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,428
Posted By Mongoeric

I toured from Vancouver to San Francisco on a...

I toured from Vancouver to San Francisco on a compact 50/34, 11/36. Self supported with tent, sleeping bag and portable cpap machine. In addition, I'm a big guy! A lot of mashing, though by nature,...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-05-15, 09:14 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,250
Posted By Mongoeric

A few ideas: 1. Get a bike fit. From someone...

A few ideas:

1. Get a bike fit. From someone who will not try to put you in an aggressive triathlon position. This may seem obvious to you and us but isn't necessarily what happens.

2. Get...
Forum: Introductions
06-01-15, 06:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 450
Posted By Mongoeric

A little late with this but I hope you had an...

A little late with this but I hope you had an opportunity to ride in the Tour d'Ille with tens of thousands of your close personal friends. My brother, son and I did the 100km route. Great day -...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-08-15, 07:44 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,944
Posted By Mongoeric

I went with Peter White Cycles Peter White Cycles...

I went with Peter White Cycles Peter White Cycles Home Page (http://www.peterwhitecycles.com/). I think the word is curmudgeon. He has decades of experience and is a heck of a wheel builder. I've...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-22-15, 05:36 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,571
Posted By Mongoeric

I like Bike Tire Direct. The don't carry...

I like Bike Tire Direct. The don't carry everything, but they have what I want. Reviews are good and they will answer my questions by email quickly and by someone with good knowledge. Only problem is...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-18-15, 06:10 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,444
Posted By Mongoeric

I figured I'd chime in because I recently went...

I figured I'd chime in because I recently went through the same thing.

My Marinoni Turismo had a compact front and an 11/36 in the rear. I am 62 years old and a big man, 6'1", 250. Other than...
Forum: Touring
04-13-15, 08:48 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 814
Posted By Mongoeric

I've toured with the Adamo with no problems. I...

I've toured with the Adamo with no problems. I don't know if my bike is an 'upright' position but it works for me.

If it is comfortable for you on your road bike why wouldn't it work while...
Forum: Touring
04-06-15, 02:39 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,781
Posted By Mongoeric

I did Vancouver to SF last summer and ended up...

I did Vancouver to SF last summer and ended up sending my Showers Pass pants home. The key thing is keeping warm. I had a helmet cover that was critical and a showers pass jacket. As long as we kept...
Forum: Touring
03-20-15, 08:29 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,084
Posted By Mongoeric

Last summer I rode from Vancouver, BC to SF with...

Last summer I rode from Vancouver, BC to SF with a cpap. I used the Transend Auto CPAP.

CPAP.com - Transcend Auto Travel CPAP Machine with EZEX...
Forum: Touring
02-24-15, 11:19 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,205
Posted By Mongoeric

Adventure Cycling is running a tour "Easter...

Adventure Cycling is running a tour "Easter Canadian Adventure" from Quebec City to Perce this summer - June 14 - June 28. I'm sign up and ready to go.
Forum: Touring
02-01-15, 09:52 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,269
Posted By Mongoeric

Peter White built wheels. 36 spokes rear, 32...

Peter White built wheels. 36 spokes rear, 32 front, fiberflex and I'm ready to go.

Where I tour I can always hitch a ride to a bike shop. Also, if you plan on repairing spokes you probably need...
Forum: Touring
12-19-14, 06:18 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 40,010
Posted By Mongoeric

I'm a big guy too, 250# and do loaded touring. ...

I'm a big guy too, 250# and do loaded touring.

After cracking the rims on a low spoke count wheel after about 2,000 miles I went to Peter White Cycles for my next set of wheels. He built me...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
11-01-14, 09:13 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,827
Posted By Mongoeric

Are you near an REI? I find trying clothing on...

Are you near an REI? I find trying clothing on critical, particularly for big men. Amazon can also work if you make sure it's free, postage paid returns.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-31-14, 05:45 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 6,464
Posted By Mongoeric

Size matters. I'm 6'1", 240#. Some brands...

Size matters. I'm 6'1", 240#.

Some brands and style simply don't have bibs that fit. I've used Pearl Izumi, Castelli, Aerotech Design, and a few no name. My favorite, by far is the Louis Garneau...
Forum: Touring
08-02-14, 06:59 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 688
Posted By Mongoeric

My brother gave me this book before my son and I...

My brother gave me this book before my son and I bikes the Pacific Coast Trail this summer.

It's a great read. Highly recommended to anyone who bikes and people who don't. Wonderfully written.
Forum: Touring
07-12-14, 06:34 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 9,626
Posted By Mongoeric

My son and I just did Vancouver to SF with both...

My son and I just did Vancouver to SF with both the maps and the books. I liked both, but wouldn't do it without the maps. There is just so much more in the maps.
Forum: Touring
05-22-14, 05:29 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,198
Posted By Mongoeric

Great work Bob! I'm considering the Paris -...

Great work Bob!

I'm considering the Paris - Istanbul ride at some point. This looks like a great resource for that ride.

Thanks again.

Eric
Forum: Touring
04-22-14, 10:17 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,771
Posted By Mongoeric

Is there anything close to a standard methodology...

Is there anything close to a standard methodology for measuring bike tire rolling resistance?

Are there published results from testing the rolling resistance of different tires?
Forum: Touring
04-18-14, 07:23 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,003
Posted By Mongoeric

My son just bought a 2014 Novaro Safari for a...

My son just bought a 2014 Novaro Safari for a summer tour we are taking from Vancouver, BC south.

The tires that came with it are Continental Town Ride 700 x 42. I couldn't find reviews on the...
Forum: Touring
03-09-14, 08:56 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,320
Posted By Mongoeric

I'm the guy who doesn't snore at night because he...

I'm the guy who doesn't snore at night because he now has a CPAP machine. This will be my first time camping with this. Should be interesting.
Forum: Touring
03-08-14, 12:58 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,320
Posted By Mongoeric

I'm doing the Pacific Coast from Vancouver south...

I'm doing the Pacific Coast from Vancouver south with my son starting right after his graduation. We'll probably start at the end of May or early June. I've got the book and the ACA maps and am sick...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
01-07-14, 10:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 842
Posted By Mongoeric

How did you get the insurance company to pay? I...

How did you get the insurance company to pay? I already have a machine and my insurance won't pay for another in less than 5 years.
Forum: Touring
01-07-14, 10:09 PM
Replies: 126
Views: 12,559
Posted By Mongoeric

Vancouver to Mexico. Or as far south as I can get...

Vancouver to Mexico. Or as far south as I can get before I have to fly back east to my niece's wedding.

Remember though, man plans, God laughs!
Forum: Touring
01-07-14, 10:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 836
Posted By Mongoeric

It is to me.

It is to me.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-29-13, 07:31 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,861
Posted By Mongoeric

60+, 240#+, only bibs for me. Try it,...

60+, 240#+, only bibs for me.

Try it, you'll like it!
Forum: Touring
12-15-13, 09:40 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,905
Posted By Mongoeric

I was in a similar situation as you and bought a...

I was in a similar situation as you and bought a Marinoni Tourismo frame and built it up at my LBS. The bikes are made to orders so they can customize almost everything for remarkably little money. ...
Forum: Touring
12-15-13, 09:31 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,018
Posted By Mongoeric

Peter White recommended the Deep Vs over the...

Peter White recommended the Deep Vs over the Dyads for me. He said they were stronger.
Forum: Touring
11-22-13, 08:56 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,018
Posted By Mongoeric

I run Velocity Deep Vs. 36r/32f, Ultegra Hubs...

I run Velocity Deep Vs. 36r/32f, Ultegra Hubs built up by Peter White. 32mm Panaracer Pacellas. I'm a big boy, 240#, and ride in northern Vermont where there are many dirt roads and the paved roads...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-16-13, 07:47 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 4,566
Posted By Mongoeric

Smaller Chainring for SRAM Rival

I would like to lower the gearing on my bike with SRAM Rival to get to a more touring gearing.

Currently, the front is 50/34 and the back is 36/11. This summer I went from northern Vermont to...
Forum: Commuting
09-14-13, 05:32 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 16,620
Posted By Mongoeric

Michelin A3 Protek tubes are heavy and expensive...

Michelin A3 Protek tubes are heavy and expensive but I think the tradeoff is worth it. It is a heavier tube, with some design elements that improve puncture resistance. Also, there is sealant. I...
Forum: Touring
08-14-13, 11:39 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,561
Posted By Mongoeric

You've an interesting take on the Pacific Coast...

You've an interesting take on the Pacific Coast trail vs. TransAm. I'm deliberately choosing the Pacific Coast because I think it would be more interesting.

I don't have 50 posts so I can PM you...
Forum: Touring
08-13-13, 06:38 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,561
Posted By Mongoeric

I know I'm a little late to the party but . . . ...

I know I'm a little late to the party but . . .

Do you have a recommendation for Washington Coast. The ACA maps take you to Elma. Is there a good route from there to Astoria? Routes 12, 107, 101,...
Forum: Touring
07-19-13, 08:37 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 482
Posted By Mongoeric

Vermont to NYC

I am planning a tour from my house in St. Albans, Vermont to NYC and am looking for advice on the route.

I will be using the ACA Green Mountain and Adirondack Park Loop, crossing on the Charlotte...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-11-13, 06:56 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,624
Posted By Mongoeric

Try Marinoni. The are Canadian builder outside of...

Try Marinoni. The are Canadian builder outside of Montreal. Their custom steel bikes are not much more than stock. They've been around for years and have a great reputation. I love mine.

MongoEric
Forum: Touring
02-28-13, 07:41 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,237
Posted By Mongoeric

Sounds like a lot of fun. I live in St....

Sounds like a lot of fun.

I live in St. Albans and have biked many of the roads you mention many times. A few resources you should definitely look at, if you haven’t already:

25 Bicycle tours...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-08-12, 06:22 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,616
Posted By Mongoeric

Yoga. I've found that riding is a...

Yoga.

I've found that riding is a flexibility destroyer. Yoga, properly taught, really helps flexibility and if your back pain is muscular will really help.

Of course the bike fit is critical,...
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