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Forum: Touring
12-05-23, 07:02 PM
Replies: 158
Views: 9,314
Posted By Paul_P

I can't get my head around having so much weight...

I can't get my head around having so much weight above the wheels in the bikepacking setup. I get that any lower down and you'll hit rocks and roots and stuff, but in tough, narrow conditions where...
Forum: Touring
12-05-23, 11:39 AM
Replies: 158
Views: 9,314
Posted By Paul_P

Some things can be done to reduce the bouncing...

Some things can be done to reduce the bouncing around.

I've installed an extra lower hook to my four ortlieb panniers (bike packers at the rear and sport packers up front) and two extra upper...
Forum: Touring
12-02-23, 09:48 PM
Replies: 158
Views: 9,314
Posted By Paul_P

Age certainly has something to do with it. I...

Age certainly has something to do with it.
I used to sleep on top of mountains with only a 1/2" closed cell pad under my sleeping bag directly on rock. And I slept well.
I now get sore on an 18"...
Forum: Touring
12-02-23, 11:55 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,778
Posted By Paul_P

I bought the Roswheel ...

I bought the Roswheel (https://www.roswheel.com/products/tour-rear-rack-1)rear rack earlier this year for its construction, low price and especially the lower bar for panniers. Its form is...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-10-23, 10:49 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,576
Posted By Paul_P

https://www.jandd.com/detail.asp?PRODUCT_ID=FSCW-O...

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Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-07-23, 09:15 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 958
Posted By Paul_P

How many forward lights do you have on your...

How many forward lights do you have on your helmet ?

From the front, it looks like 3 or 4, but from the back it looks like somewhere between 9 and 12 ...
+ three rear-facing helmet lights ?
...
Forum: Touring
11-06-23, 12:43 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,154
Posted By Paul_P

And then there's the MSR 9.5" long red twisted...

And then there's the MSR 9.5" long red twisted stakes.
Expensive and somewhat heavy and cumbersome.

...
Forum: Touring
11-06-23, 12:32 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,408
Posted By Paul_P

In Canada we've ended up with a perpetual mix of...

In Canada we've ended up with a perpetual mix of units.

In everyday conversation, weather degrees, road speed and distances are metric but a person's weight and height are still mostly Imperial...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-04-23, 11:24 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 3,738
Posted By Paul_P

It's been mentioned here and elsewhere that there...

It's been mentioned here and elsewhere that there are a lot of good used bikes available now that the pandemic-related buying spree is over and people are back to doing other stuff.

I guess...
Forum: Touring
11-04-23, 11:07 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,424
Posted By Paul_P

I've read a lot about the saddle adjustment fore...

I've read a lot about the saddle adjustment fore and aft being what determines being able to lift one's hands off the bars or not, which affects how much weight is being carried by the hands.

And...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-01-23, 12:41 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 3,173
Posted By Paul_P

I use my (mtb, bar end) Mirrycle bike mirror...

I use my (mtb, bar end) Mirrycle bike mirror (https://mirrycle.com/item/mountain-mirrycle-mirror) exactly like I do in a car, to keep track of what is going on behind me so I don't get surprised by...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-29-23, 10:28 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 835
Posted By Paul_P

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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PVC coated cotton gloves. Less than 10$.
Hardware store.
Forum: Touring
10-29-23, 10:09 AM
Replies: 2,086
Views: 417,612
Posted By Paul_P

Interesting front brake placement. I guess it's...

Interesting front brake placement. I guess it's to better survive the bike's rated 60kg gear carrying capability.
Reminds me of the debates for placing disc brake calipers in front of or behind the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-29-23, 09:41 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 3,201
Posted By Paul_P

Why do you have the front of the fender up away...

Why do you have the front of the fender up away from the wheel at the front (compared to the back) ?
If you brought it down there might not be any interference between the fender bracket and the...
Forum: Touring
10-28-23, 08:59 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,318
Posted By Paul_P

Also make sure the bolt goes more that half way...

Also make sure the bolt goes more that half way into the threaded part of the hole if you're going to use it with a loaded bike. I used the stand, and enjoyed it, with my overloaded bike until the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-28-23, 08:41 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 5,330
Posted By Paul_P

That's got to be the most awkward word I know to...

That's got to be the most awkward word I know to pronounce. My mouth just wasn't designed for it.

I used to think it was renumeration and it made sense, coming from numeration - numbers - cash -...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-28-23, 10:39 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,646
Posted By Paul_P

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-28-23, 08:57 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 5,330
Posted By Paul_P

A truly good mechanic can probably fetch a much...

A truly good mechanic can probably fetch a much higher salary in something like the aerospace industry than in a LBS.
When I worked as a mechanic (a while ago) I got paid just a bit more than...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-27-23, 09:14 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,646
Posted By Paul_P

I agree the hanger looks straight enough, but to...

I agree the hanger looks straight enough, but to b-screw was forced past the stop on the frame and the hanger bending is what would allow it to do that.
The question is whether or not the hanger...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-26-23, 12:43 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 425
Posted By Paul_P

The Alivio T4010...

The Alivio T4010 (https://bike.shimano.com/en-EU/product/component/alivio-t4000/FC-T4010.html) is also available with 22-32-44T gearing.

I plan to install this crankset on my bike over the winter.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-23-23, 10:06 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 741
Posted By Paul_P

I have a Cateye Strada Cadence...

I have a Cateye Strada Cadence (https://www.cateye.com/intl/products/computers/CC-RD200/) on my bike. Simple, wired.

Might be just a bit more than the 50$ you're aiming for.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-23-23, 03:04 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,646
Posted By Paul_P

It looks like the B-screw was forced to overshoot...

It looks like the B-screw was forced to overshoot where it's supposed to rest on, so there's no way it's doing its job.
The upper derailleur pulley looks to be right up against the cogs.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-23-23, 11:35 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,631
Posted By Paul_P

Like with cars, you'll only blind oncoming...

Like with cars, you'll only blind oncoming traffic if your headlight isn't aimed properly.

My quite powerful (able to blind if I aim it at people's eyes) Busch + Müller IXON IQ Premium...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-22-23, 11:21 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,879
Posted By Paul_P

Putting aside what mpetry912...

Putting aside what mpetry912 (https://www.bikeforums.net/members/mpetry912-167931.html) brought up since I haven't worked it out...

How can they be pedaling at the same rate when they each have...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-22-23, 09:16 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 884
Posted By Paul_P

That may very well be, but Razoo says they are...

That may very well be, but Razoo says they are "just getting into bicycle riding", so I'm curious as to why upgrades are already being considered.

Why not ride around for a bit on the bike while...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-21-23, 09:49 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,879
Posted By Paul_P

The guys are bigger on the front to smaller on...

The guys are bigger on the front to smaller on the back.

So the big front guy is pedaling twice as fast as the little back guy, while also trying to steer.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-21-23, 09:43 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 884
Posted By Paul_P

And why do you want to replace the shifters ? ...

And why do you want to replace the shifters ?

Are you able to ride the bike as it is ?
Forum: Touring
10-21-23, 12:27 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,858
Posted By Paul_P

I've also noticed that we're all sliding towards...

I've also noticed that we're all sliding towards more and more fear of everything. Just the idea of bike touring can invoke all sorts of fears : getting hit by a car, getting eaten by a bear, getting...
Forum: Touring
10-21-23, 10:40 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,858
Posted By Paul_P

Most of the 'fully loaded' tourers I saw this...

Most of the 'fully loaded' tourers I saw this summer looked to have been on the road for a while.
Several entire families, two parents + 2-3 small kids and a ton of gear, with and without trailers....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-21-23, 09:39 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,692
Posted By Paul_P

Before watching the video, I'd completely...

Before watching the video, I'd completely forgotten that we used to do this to patch motorcycle tubes when I was a mechanic 45 years ago.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-21-23, 09:28 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,480
Posted By Paul_P

A long time ago, not knowing any better, I...

A long time ago, not knowing any better, I greased the internals of a Suntour freewheel before reassembling.
It was dead quiet from then on, but didn't affect performance in any way I could tell.
...
Forum: Touring
10-19-23, 10:11 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 441
Posted By Paul_P

Ontario being the biggest obstacle between me and...

Ontario being the biggest obstacle between me and the Rockies, it's good to see that alternatives to its shoulderless highways are becoming available.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-14-23, 09:02 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,339
Posted By Paul_P

Ah... ok, I just figured it out, thanks. I...

Ah... ok, I just figured it out, thanks. I thought rolloagain (sorry) was on a bike with brifters (which I've never used). I was confused, not them.

In my early car driving days I almost put...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-09-23, 03:18 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,720
Posted By Paul_P

Near the end of this summer I found that my...

Near the end of this summer I found that my Brooks saddle fit better than it ever had before, and I attributed that to my body somehow conforming itself better to the saddle after riding more than...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-09-23, 09:32 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,339
Posted By Paul_P

Your suggestion that the issue is related to hand...

Your suggestion that the issue is related to hand signals makes a lot of sense to me.
When driving on the right, all signals are (supposed to be) with the left arm and if I'm only going to have...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-07-23, 04:11 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,339
Posted By Paul_P

I believe we're talking brakes, not shifters. ...

I believe we're talking brakes, not shifters.

One example : If I have to brake while turning on pavement covered in sand, I'm not going to touch my front brake as I prefer a rear skid to falling...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-06-23, 09:05 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,720
Posted By Paul_P

I wonder if it's possible to be better than a...

I wonder if it's possible to be better than a leather saddle (I'm only familiar with Brooks).

They're not overall perfect, but once formed to your body they are a perfect fit, if in exactly one...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-06-23, 07:15 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,339
Posted By Paul_P

Because of my motorcyling years (long ago) I'm...

Because of my motorcyling years (long ago) I'm still never sure which lever does what, which can be a problem when I have to decide quickly.
Forum: Touring
10-06-23, 07:03 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 4,195
Posted By Paul_P

I have a 540g Pletcher 2-legged center stand,...

I have a 540g Pletcher 2-legged center stand, which I normally appreciate. When I finished checking in at my last trip's destination welcome center, I pushed my bike off the stand and it fell to the...
Forum: Touring
10-06-23, 06:29 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 4,806
Posted By Paul_P

There's a big difference between comfort and...

There's a big difference between comfort and survival. My complete rain shell (cape, pants, shoe covers, helmet cover, nitrile gloves) weighs 2 lbs (880 g). This is to be worn on top of whatever...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-06-23, 11:58 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,653
Posted By Paul_P

I discovered that Cateye ViZ, Portland Design...

I discovered that Cateye ViZ, Portland Design Works, and Planet Bike rack mount tailights all use the same mount form.
Planet Bike is cheapest to buy just the mount (6$) for using the same light on...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-04-23, 09:31 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,801
Posted By Paul_P

I will. Seirus Magnamask...

I will. Seirus Magnamask (https://www.seirus.com/collections/magnemask/products/magnemask-combo-tnt) . I cut the bit that connected the face part so I can stick it in my pocket or a bag when not...
Forum: Touring
10-04-23, 08:53 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 3,905
Posted By Paul_P

It would be nice if chainrings were available by...

It would be nice if chainrings were available by themselves in a variety of sizes.
Since I increased my cadence during this past summer I find I now very rarely use my large 42T chainring (3x8)...
Forum: Touring
10-04-23, 08:44 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 438
Posted By Paul_P

A sleeping bag can be too warm during a summer...

A sleeping bag can be too warm during a summer night, but the liner by itself just right. So I see layered sleeping as very useful, going from just a t-shirt and boxers on the mat, to that inside...
Forum: Touring
09-30-23, 08:58 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 724
Posted By Paul_P

Thanks for this. Now all that's needed is a...

Thanks for this. Now all that's needed is a 'Cross Maine' trail.

Things have progressed since I last rode through northern New England 50 years ago. One of my closest calls ever was on Maine Route...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-30-23, 09:32 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 455
Posted By Paul_P

Thanks Kontact, this is not the first time I...

Thanks Kontact, this is not the first time I appreciate your cutting through some vagueness with a single precise sentence or two that forces me to study further to understand what you mean.

I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-29-23, 08:39 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 455
Posted By Paul_P

Thanks for the clarifications. This is for a 3x8...

Thanks for the clarifications. This is for a 3x8 MTB (2005 Specialized Hard Rock Sport (https://www.bikepedia.com/QuickBike/BikeSpecs.aspx?item=10607)). Right after writing my post, I realized that...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-29-23, 03:13 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 455
Posted By Paul_P

Shimano Octalink crankset specifies Q-factor ?

I'm looking at this FC-T4010 Alivio Crankset (https://bike.shimano.com/en-EU/product/component/alivio-t4000/FC-T4010.html). In the specs, it specifies a Q-factor of 187.8 mm and an BB axle length of...
Forum: Touring
09-27-23, 10:21 PM
Replies: 4,824
Views: 2,622,951
Posted By Paul_P

Does an over-loaded rig count ?

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1849x832/20230912_122001_57fa7c93bcc38aa1182fea4cc9e358d74f2114d0.jpg

Luckily for me, the 95km/60mi path was mostly flat and straight.
...
Forum: Touring
09-24-23, 10:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 868
Posted By Paul_P

John, the reason I started this thread is because...

John, the reason I started this thread is because things have evolved a bit since the previous thread on cpap batteries. Bigger batteries are available, but the big thing is the time to recharge...
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