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Forum: Touring
10-12-23, 09:09 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,030
Posted By Bill1227

Custom Built Bridge Club my vote for what you want

Custom Built Bridge Club my vote for what you want
Forum: Touring
10-12-23, 09:06 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 4,159
Posted By Bill1227

I use and do the exact same with a skiers cable...

I use and do the exact same with a skiers cable lock as shown for day use same as stated above. I have done this for about 10 years and use it 95% of the time
for areas of high concern I have to HD...
Forum: Touring
10-12-23, 08:54 PM
Replies: 444
Views: 227,242
Posted By Bill1227

I use my 2021 for everything …….and love it! ...

I use my 2021 for everything …….and love it!

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Forum: Touring
10-12-23, 08:41 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,505
Posted By Bill1227

Panaracer Gravel King SK 2”/50c is what I use on...

Panaracer Gravel King SK 2”/50c is what I use on my ATB - have tried many others - that’s my go to
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-23-21, 11:48 AM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 380,338
Posted By Bill1227

kevin , I don’t know my gut says - probably...

kevin ,
I don’t know my gut says - probably not and just use it till it dies
on another note - topic I did see you asked about changing out your rigid Crosstrail steal fork to carbon. Mine ( now...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-23-21, 11:41 AM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 380,338
Posted By Bill1227

it’s one of the best riding ( smooth, lively , no...

it’s one of the best riding ( smooth, lively , no road buzz ) bikes I have owned ( I am 60 ). I have used 35c & 50c tires
The fork is curved & tapered which for me have generally been more...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-23-21, 08:52 AM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 380,338
Posted By Bill1227

Good Eyes - yes it is an 11-42 cassette...

Good Eyes - yes it is an 11-42 cassette Microshift Advent. Simple is better for my taste.
Thanks
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-22-21, 12:15 PM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 380,338
Posted By Bill1227

I put pics in the touring sub forum the other day...

I put pics in the touring sub forum the other day but will add here. I do really like the bars , zero hand numbness , I get four hand positions with the inner ends I added

its a 2021 Trek 520...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-22-21, 10:12 AM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 380,338
Posted By Bill1227

My 2013 as large ( pics back in this thread /...

My 2013 as large ( pics back in this thread / several mutations along the way ) was 24 lbs , with carbon fork, better wheels, 1 x 11, etc I almost always ran 45c ‘ish tires with tubes

I put a lot...
Forum: Touring
06-19-21, 03:56 PM
Replies: 444
Views: 227,242
Posted By Bill1227

2021 Alt Bar Build 1x9 / 50c

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Forum: Touring
06-19-21, 03:44 PM
Replies: 162
Views: 52,482
Posted By Bill1227

Luv’in my custom

Alt Bar Custom Built 2021

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Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-02-20, 10:55 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,758
Posted By Bill1227

Nice Job -

Nice Job -
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-01-20, 06:48 PM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 380,338
Posted By Bill1227

Still Rolling My Custom CT

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Still Rolling My Custom Crosstrail
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-12-16, 07:24 PM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 380,338
Posted By Bill1227

Nice picture

Nice picture
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-12-16, 07:21 PM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 380,338
Posted By Bill1227

Personally, I can see a carbon frame CT but with...

Personally, I can see a carbon frame CT but with a nice rigid carbon fork and a Spram 1 x 11
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-13-16, 03:33 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 5,651
Posted By Bill1227

Nice Norman !

Nice Norman !
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-27-16, 07:26 PM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 380,338
Posted By Bill1227

. 47c / 1.8" is is about the max clearance...

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47c / 1.8" is is about the max clearance rear on a CT / practical purposes. The Specialized Renegade 1.8" Control 2bliss is wonderful, fast, lt weight,primo,plush,etc. I run them front and...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-27-16, 06:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,683
Posted By Bill1227

I have a set of the GP 5 Bio Cork w) Ski Bar Ends...

I have a set of the GP 5 Bio Cork w) Ski Bar Ends If you want "versatility" between the GP 4 and 5 obviously the Gp 5 with the ski bar ends have one or two more hand positions. Back when (early...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-02-16, 07:16 AM
Replies: 596
Views: 310,172
Posted By Bill1227

Thanks but, you really have to put it on a bike...

Thanks but, you really have to put it on a bike shop scale or Park Tool equivalent for decent accuracy. hopefully someone will. Personally as it is built as/for a fully loaded touring bike, the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-02-16, 07:08 AM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 380,338
Posted By Bill1227

Your seat adjustment for her (and you) should...

Your seat adjustment for her (and you) should start with the proper height of seat to peddle ( google videos) so that there is just a slight bend at the knee at 6 o'clock. Next the for and aft of...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-29-16, 06:55 AM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 380,338
Posted By Bill1227

Not really........the suspension fork that comes...

Not really........the suspension fork that comes on the Crosstrail is The Lowest Cost Retail Suspension Fork on the market that I am aware of = about $65 bucks new (aka....Cheap'o suspension fork...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-28-16, 07:46 AM
Replies: 596
Views: 310,172
Posted By Bill1227

* I would greatly appreciate posting actual...

* I would greatly appreciate posting actual weights of the Giant ToughRoad along with frame size and what is included in the weight example - with peddles, with bottle cages etc.

* Back in this...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-27-16, 11:43 AM
Replies: 596
Views: 310,172
Posted By Bill1227

What is the weight of a medium size ? 25 pounds?...

What is the weight of a medium size ? 25 pounds?

Yep, I agree that is The Bike Specialized should have built the Crosstrail into (rather than the cheap,junk $60 pogo,urban suspension fork and...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-11-16, 07:48 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 6,393
Posted By Bill1227

Not to change the subject but, I am impressed...

Not to change the subject but, I am impressed with the milliage you folks are getting from them. Nearly touring tire type millage for pliable, good riding tire. Have they been reasonably flat...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-08-16, 06:58 PM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 380,338
Posted By Bill1227

Avidone "Back to the suspension. I'm curious...

Avidone
"Back to the suspension.
I'm curious as to why someone would buy a crosstrail if they didn't want/need a front suspension.


Readily available
Low , lowest cost fork to ditch
Less...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-12-16, 07:53 AM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 380,338
Posted By Bill1227

@ avid After the coil sprung suspension...

@ avid

After the coil sprung suspension fork, yes.

It wasn't a need rather a want. Plus I got a good deal on the wheels from my LBS
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-12-16, 07:44 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 26,930
Posted By Bill1227

I rode the carbon frame model a couple times. ...

I rode the carbon frame model a couple times.

Likes - its comfortable and imo seems a fit, for some, for urban commute,riding ,etc. Because it is upright not to expensive and mutes urban road...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-06-16, 06:46 PM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 380,338
Posted By Bill1227

503149503150503151 I made some changes to my...

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I made some changes to my 2013 CT. Its now 25#'s with peddles
Forum: Mountain Biking
01-07-16, 06:40 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,936
Posted By Bill1227

My MTB ing Adventure started 10 years after yours...

My MTB ing Adventure started 10 years after yours in 1993 on a Diamondback Accent

I appreciate and agree with your summary based on my limited yet enthusiatic experiences trying them.

For my...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-07-16, 06:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 6,618
Posted By Bill1227

I "get it" but, your not going to find a "frame"...

I "get it" but, your not going to find a "frame" PLUS a "good set of wheels" for "$500" > good wheels will be at least that alone unless second hand.

Anyways what they look for in gravel bikes...
Forum: Mountain Biking
01-07-16, 06:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,460
Posted By Bill1227

Specialized Trigger 47mm/1.8" about $40 ea, file...

Specialized Trigger 47mm/1.8" about $40 ea, file tread - fast on pavement/packed dirt/gravel

Under Cyclocross Tires and/or Urban on Specialized site - look under the size drop down to find them...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-26-15, 06:55 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 71,527
Posted By Bill1227

Rigid 29er Cross 3x9 48,36,26 Specialized...

Rigid 29er Cross
3x9 48,36,26
Specialized Anodized Alum Frame - 445 chain stay, 1090 wheelbase, 60 bb drop
Origin 8 Carbon Fork
Hydro Disc
Boyd Altamont Wheels
Ned Bar Ends
1.8" / 47mm...
Forum: Touring
12-20-15, 05:02 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 7,207
Posted By Bill1227

Just a quick note- I am still very pleased with...

Just a quick note- I am still very pleased with the Porcelien Rocket Micro Panniers

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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-29-15, 11:43 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 32,666
Posted By Bill1227

490806

490806
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-29-15, 11:42 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 32,666
Posted By Bill1227

well put ....

well put ....
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
11-29-15, 11:37 AM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 380,338
Posted By Bill1227

Nice photo, nice job

Nice photo, nice job
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
11-29-15, 11:34 AM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 380,338
Posted By Bill1227

I ran a Specialized Carbon Zerts for a while but,...

I ran a Specialized Carbon Zerts for a while but, did not notice much difference and went back to stock.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-10-15, 10:31 PM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 380,338
Posted By Bill1227

@ avidone1 Question, how did you remove the...

@ avidone1

Question, how did you remove the stickers? I want to remove some of mine, but don't want to harm the finish.

Answer - Acetone / Nail Polish Remover
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-06-15, 11:39 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,498
Posted By Bill1227

Easy - It was a mountainbike modified by the...

Easy - It was a mountainbike modified by the owner for on/off/touring/commute all purpose use......



Now - it's a over analyzed, over marketing pile of garbage that even includes flat bar...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-06-15, 11:34 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 12,973
Posted By Bill1227

Very nice.........

Very nice.........
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-06-15, 11:31 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 12,973
Posted By Bill1227

All my previous bikes along with whats in the...

All my previous bikes along with whats in the garage now besides what I ride regularly, were steel.

Now I ride a aluminum with carbon rigid fork 29'er "hybrid" .......and its my best ride.
...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-06-15, 11:17 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,785
Posted By Bill1227

You - the cyclist ..........ride more

You - the cyclist ..........ride more
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-06-15, 11:15 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 15,522
Posted By Bill1227

No BTW FWIW - I am faster on pave with...

No

BTW FWIW - I am faster on pave with 47mm / 1.8" Trigger's at less PSI about 45, than the stock , same tire,38mm.

Plus more cushion........

The biggest thing that will make you...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-06-15, 11:03 AM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 380,338
Posted By Bill1227

Too many sub-catagory, discussion's starting on...

Too many sub-catagory, discussion's starting on this thread that should be asked in PM or new thread so others don't have to sift through it.

Back on track.

My modified 2013.
Large frame...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-27-15, 09:28 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,055
Posted By Bill1227

The Origin 8 former Black Ops now called Lever 2...

The Origin 8 former Black Ops now called Lever 2 is a fit for that bike. I have one on mine and am pleased. Highly proven fork
There is a company, which I forget the name of, out of Ohio which has...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-09-15, 07:48 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 9,856
Posted By Bill1227

Although I never rode one, I always liked the...

Although I never rode one, I always liked the Trek Sawyer you posted
Kona also has the Big Rove now

Besides all purpose bikes it seems both make wonderful adventure touring bikes , like the old...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-08-15, 04:51 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 9,856
Posted By Bill1227

@auldg I have no idea why you quoted me my...

@auldg
I have no idea why you quoted me my reply was to original

Fwiw, I looked at the $99 bike you linked as you suggested and the specs.
the frame quality,integrity would be a concern of...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-08-15, 10:42 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 9,856
Posted By Bill1227

On a MTB 25 years ago = yes and maybe bump a...

On a MTB 25 years ago = yes and maybe bump a chain ring up.

Todays modern MTB's = no, not really and this is what spawned the factory available "hybrid" form of a MTB.
* Modern MTB's=
Shorter...
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