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Forum: Touring
07-29-11, 08:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 782
Posted By bikeaway2003

My wife and I biked from Ottawa to Magog, QC in...

My wife and I biked from Ottawa to Magog, QC in 2007 and earlier this month from St-Jean sur Richelieu to Edmundston, NB. It is difficult to avoid riding on roads if you take a long tour but easy to...
Forum: Touring
06-07-08, 04:03 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,407
Posted By bikeaway2003

ROBOTA by Garneau has large air vents. It is...

ROBOTA by Garneau has large air vents. It is light and very comfortable for under $80.
Forum: Touring
04-01-08, 08:19 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 379
Posted By bikeaway2003

Good hotels on BMB route and in Montreal

I recommend the following Inn in St-Jean-sur-le Richelieu in Quebec. The Inn (Auberge) is located in close proximity to the Chambly Canal bicycle path. The owner is very welcoming to cyclists. When...
Forum: Touring
10-22-07, 06:42 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,403
Posted By bikeaway2003

I have been on 4 bike tours of 800 to 1400 km...

I have been on 4 bike tours of 800 to 1400 km duration these past three years and I found all of them to be really enjoyable. My wife and I planned the itineraries and agreed on a starting city. ...
Forum: Touring
09-22-07, 07:24 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 879
Posted By bikeaway2003

Mirry Mirror clamped to handlebar. It interferes...

Mirry Mirror clamped to handlebar. It interferes slightly with your hand when braking but the mirror can be adjusted to have an excellent view of your partner and of any vehicles coming from a long...
Forum: Touring
06-01-06, 09:03 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 437
Posted By bikeaway2003

http://www.technocycle.ca/

http://www.technocycle.ca/
Forum: Touring
02-25-06, 03:34 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,259
Posted By bikeaway2003

Excerpt from our journal after going down (South)...

Excerpt from our journal after going down (South) Sunwapta Pass on the Icefield Parkway in Alberta.

By looking at the elevation chart, we knew that a long and steep downhill awaited us. We were...
Forum: Touring
11-22-05, 06:20 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 708
Posted By bikeaway2003

In June and August, my wife and I toured in...

In June and August, my wife and I toured in Prince Edward Island and Alberta.

pei2005tour.crazyguyonabike.com
alberta2005tour.crazyguyonabike.com
Forum: Touring
11-09-05, 09:04 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 5,456
Posted By bikeaway2003

Itch-A-Bit Drive in Prince Edwards Island

Itch-A-Bit Drive in Prince Edwards Island
Forum: Touring
10-16-05, 04:34 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 796
Posted By bikeaway2003

I did not know too much about bike geometry when...

I did not know too much about bike geometry when we bought our bikes this spring. We went to a reputable bike shop because we were of the view that a custom made bike would be made to fit properly. ...
Forum: Touring
10-16-05, 02:17 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 796
Posted By bikeaway2003

It performs very well. It has Shimano XT...

It performs very well. It has Shimano XT components with a 22-32-44 chainring and 9 speed, 11x34 rear. We did walk part way up some of the passes we rode on in the Canadian Rockies this summer, but...
Forum: Touring
10-16-05, 12:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 796
Posted By bikeaway2003

My wife, who is 5'1", bought a custom built bike...

My wife, who is 5'1", bought a custom built bike this summer.

Color: Blue
700 X 37
Top Tube: 51cm
Seat Tube: 48 cm
Chainstays: 43.5 cm
Front fork axle to middle of bottom bracket: 74 cm ...
Forum: Touring
10-08-05, 05:47 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 909
Posted By bikeaway2003

I use a better quality (thicker) shower cap for...

I use a better quality (thicker) shower cap for my Brooks.
Forum: Touring
09-18-05, 03:09 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 5,885
Posted By bikeaway2003

Sorry to hear about what happened to you and my...

Sorry to hear about what happened to you and my best wishes for a speedy recovery. On Aug. 20th of this year, while biking the Icefield Parkway, I allowed my front tire to go on the gravel portion...
Forum: Touring
08-02-05, 08:01 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 711
Posted By bikeaway2003

I have a mirrycle mirror as well. The field of...

I have a mirrycle mirror as well. The field of vision is excellent and you can see cars coming from a long distance away. I clamp mine on the handlebar under the brake hood. A separate rubberized...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-01-05, 08:58 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,096
Posted By bikeaway2003

The B-17 Standard appears to be made of softer...

The B-17 Standard appears to be made of softer leather and is comfortable in no time. The B-17 Champion is stiff as a board and will take much longer to break in. I have ridden over 1000 km with the...
Forum: Touring
07-19-05, 09:01 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 607
Posted By bikeaway2003

Not sure if this has been posted before, but it...

Not sure if this has been posted before, but it describes a route from Ottawa to Kingston.


http://www.rideau-info.com/canal/cycle/grandtour2.html
Forum: Touring
07-17-05, 04:02 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 745
Posted By bikeaway2003

The first time my wife and I tried riding our...

The first time my wife and I tried riding our bikes with loaded panniers, we felt a noticeable wobble in the front. After we relaxed our grips on the handlebars and gained confidence riding a...
Forum: Touring
07-09-05, 09:39 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 788
Posted By bikeaway2003

On a recent tour to Prince Edward Island, my wife...

On a recent tour to Prince Edward Island, my wife ate a small piece of cheese that had been in her pannier for 4 or five days. While still in its original and sealed package, it had melted and...
Forum: Touring
07-09-05, 09:27 PM
Replies: 4,822
Views: 2,617,349
Posted By bikeaway2003

It worked but the photo is not very clear. Both...

It worked but the photo is not very clear. Both bikes, my own and my wife's, are cro-moly (zona) tubes and forks, top and down tubes on the left bike have been reinforced, Mavic A-719 rims, XT...
Forum: Touring
07-09-05, 09:10 PM
Replies: 4,822
Views: 2,617,349
Posted By bikeaway2003

I'm not sure if this will work. If it does, I'll...

I'm not sure if this will work. If it does, I'll add descriptive information later.
Forum: Touring
07-05-05, 08:32 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,013
Posted By bikeaway2003

I have a Marmot Precip jacket and pants. Just...

I have a Marmot Precip jacket and pants. Just returned from an extended tour. It rained and it was cold (9 C.) for the first four days. The Precip kept me dry. It has long zippers under the...
Forum: Touring
07-05-05, 01:42 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,031
Posted By bikeaway2003

I have Mavic A-719 on my touring bike. They...

I have Mavic A-719 on my touring bike. They performed very well on a recent 11 day tour. I was carrying loaded panniers front and rear as well as a handlebar bag. I weight 210 lbs. No flats with...
Forum: Touring
07-04-05, 08:33 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 10,578
Posted By bikeaway2003

XT 9 Speed 22-32-44, 175mm, 11-34. I recently...

XT 9 Speed 22-32-44, 175mm, 11-34. I recently returned from an 11 day tour of Prince-Edward Island and with a loaded bike, I never used the 44 chainring but used the 22 everytime there were hills to...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-08-05, 07:02 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,571
Posted By bikeaway2003

As many have said, it depends on personal...

As many have said, it depends on personal preferences. There are so many different types of bikes available that it becomes confusing for everyone. I have been riding bicycles for a long time and...
Forum: Touring
06-07-05, 02:32 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,038
Posted By bikeaway2003

Eric I did purchase the bikes from Cyclo...

Eric

I did purchase the bikes from Cyclo Sportif Bertrand in Hull. The service is excellent and they can do almost anything to adapt the bikes. I have been told of another biker, he may even be...
Forum: Touring
06-07-05, 06:46 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,038
Posted By bikeaway2003

One more thing, my wife is 5 feet tall. Her bike...

One more thing, my wife is 5 feet tall. Her bike fits her perfectly. She did hit the bar end shifters a few times with her knee but she had never used that system before. She is now more cautious...
Forum: Touring
06-07-05, 06:38 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,038
Posted By bikeaway2003

My wife and I ordered identical custom made...

My wife and I ordered identical custom made touring bikes from a LBS in Canada and the frames were built by Marinoni in Montreal. As we wanted to ride in a more upright position, we had the head...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-06-05, 08:05 AM
Replies: 230
Views: 8,561
Posted By bikeaway2003

Capejohn Providing a description and...

Capejohn

Providing a description and photograph of the bike path you took is a very good idea. I have been keeping itineraries of places I would like to bike one day and your post will be added...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-29-05, 07:50 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,090
Posted By bikeaway2003

I purchased a Trek 520 in 2003 and I found it to...

I purchased a Trek 520 in 2003 and I found it to be an excellent bike to ride. I will soon be 56 however and found that the saddle was too high in comparison with the handlebar. I had a riser stem...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-16-05, 05:40 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 5,729
Posted By bikeaway2003

Shimano M540 on my touring bike. Very easy to...

Shimano M540 on my touring bike. Very easy to click in and out.
Forum: Touring
05-06-05, 07:28 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 11,002
Posted By bikeaway2003

Tried out my new B-17 yesterday and went for a 32...

Tried out my new B-17 yesterday and went for a 32 km ride. No pain and very little to no sliding forward.
Since Proofhide did not come with the saddle when I purchased it, I applied a small amount...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-22-05, 06:38 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,540
Posted By bikeaway2003

During a trip from Madawaska, Maine to Miami,...

During a trip from Madawaska, Maine to Miami, Florida in December 1970, my brother and I bought a carton (can' t remember but it may have contained 10 packages) of Kent to smoke along the way. After...
Forum: Touring
10-15-04, 09:05 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,783
Posted By bikeaway2003

Hi Xanatos In 2002, my wife and I...

Hi Xanatos

In 2002, my wife and I participated in a three day tour of the veloroute des bleuets (blueberry trail) which is part of the Route Verte circuit. We stayed in a bed and breakfast the...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-14-04, 04:22 PM
Replies: 1,914
Views: 512,477
Posted By bikeaway2003

I am 54, 55 in December Trek 520 League...

I am 54, 55 in December

Trek 520
League Fuji
Nishiki Kodiac

2. Do you take any special supplements/vitamins/minerals as you have grown older?
no
3. How much do you feel you have "slowed...
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