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Forum: Mountain Biking
01-09-19, 12:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,220
Posted By feldy0084

The Jones looks very appealing, but I just moved...

The Jones looks very appealing, but I just moved to Charleston and am worried that a steel bike is going to turn into a rust bucket there over time.

I saw an insane titanium 27.5+ build the other...
Forum: Mountain Biking
01-06-19, 05:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,220
Posted By feldy0084

Buying a complete for the Colorado Trail

Would like to bikepack the CT this summer and looking for a "multi-purpose" mountain bike. Budget under $2500...preferably below 2k. Want a comfortable rig for long days in the saddle. Not looking to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-13-18, 10:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,318
Posted By feldy0084

Awesome. I think BB shell on the Vaya is 68mm....

Awesome. I think BB shell on the Vaya is 68mm. Looks like I may just try to get the legs stronger for now lol .

edit- totally forgot to mention that I have a flat bar conversion with trigger...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-13-18, 08:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,318
Posted By feldy0084

Thanks so much!! Another question and please...

Thanks so much!!

Another question and please excuse my lack of knowledge- Could the gearing be converted to a 3x and what would the general process/cost look like? Just went on my first tour and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-13-18, 08:31 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,318
Posted By feldy0084

Replacement cassette for Vaya

Wondering if they have a good replacement option for cassette/chain for Salsa Vaya? Mine are shredded. I have '18 Vaya Tiagra that came with Sun Race 11-34 2x10 and a KMC x10.

Thanks!
Forum: Touring
12-11-18, 05:43 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,820
Posted By feldy0084

I actually had to run a longer stem when I made...

I actually had to run a longer stem when I made the flat bar conversion (for all the reasons you about drop bar/ETT interplay). I believe the stock Salsa Guide stem that comes on the bike is 80mm and...
Forum: Touring
12-08-18, 02:07 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,820
Posted By feldy0084

Ok, this is awesome info and advice! The reason...

Ok, this is awesome info and advice! The reason why I put the stem extender, b bars, and wanted a bike with short reach/tall stack is because I had hip surgery. The current setup keeps my hip angle...
Forum: Touring
12-08-18, 09:31 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,820
Posted By feldy0084

So, it looks like ECR and Karate Monkey would...

So, it looks like ECR and Karate Monkey would work. I live in Minneapolis, so those are pretty easy to find, especially used. What about something like a Trek 1120? If you used a Troll, could you run...
Forum: Touring
12-06-18, 08:59 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,820
Posted By feldy0084

End of the MRT and more touring advice needed

After a 20yr layoff from jumping on a bike and coming off the couch after two serious surgeries that sidelined me for about 15mo, me and my lady Ms. Mint Julep got down to the end of the...
Forum: Touring
10-09-18, 07:51 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,208
Posted By feldy0084

Sit bones measured today were around 153mm. I am...

Sit bones measured today were around 153mm. I am a skinny guy at 5'9/150lbs. I am not sure if this is relatively wide for my size.

It looks like the Terry Liberator has the most votes so far for...
Forum: Touring
10-03-18, 09:17 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,208
Posted By feldy0084

Probably want to focus on finding something that...

Probably want to focus on finding something that fits first before going to a new seat post. Money is also starting to evaporate lol.
Forum: Touring
10-03-18, 05:47 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,208
Posted By feldy0084

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/vaya_4_3515028c9c2d9da3433b1607cd8d9dbe472d6cce.jpg

current try today with nose up a bit
Forum: Touring
10-03-18, 05:35 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,208
Posted By feldy0084

Also was recommended Selle SMP TRK Large, B72,...

Also was recommended Selle SMP TRK Large, B72, C-17 Carved, and C-19. Not sure if anyone has experience with these. Re- going to a leather shop to cut it out probably would probably not appeal to me....
Forum: Touring
10-03-18, 05:32 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,208
Posted By feldy0084

It seems like the Anatomica is consistently...

It seems like the Anatomica is consistently mentioned. Just worried about the width with my upright position and price is obviously very high.



Someone had mentioned the ISM noseless saddles to...
Forum: Touring
10-02-18, 09:28 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,208
Posted By feldy0084

Appreciate the insight Gauvins. I actually feel...

Appreciate the insight Gauvins. I actually feel the back part of the saddle is relatively comfortable and getting softer. That part doesn't really bother me though. I can ride it around commuting...
Forum: Touring
10-02-18, 07:38 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,208
Posted By feldy0084

Touring saddle help- final piece to the puzzle

I realize this question is very hard to answer, since what works for one person won’t work for another…and everybody has their own preferences. But, I am looking for some alternative saddle choices...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-12-18, 09:35 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,783
Posted By feldy0084

Appreciate this. It turns out it is 4700, so I...

Appreciate this. It turns out it is 4700, so I guess all parts should match up. Any other thoughts? I need to keep an open hip angle and be more upright. Wanted a dedicated steel tourer and not a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-12-18, 09:38 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,783
Posted By feldy0084

Excuse my ignorance and lack of mechanical...

Excuse my ignorance and lack of mechanical knowledge, but only the 4700's would work?? NOT the 4600's? Someone had told me the opposite and said there would be compatibility issues with the rear...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-11-18, 07:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,783
Posted By feldy0084

Parts and Advice for Flat Bar Conversion

Thinking about try to convert a Vaya Tiagra to a flat bar and looking for any advice and opinions. I got the bike for touring and commuting. Have had a ton of health issues and want to ride more...
Forum: Touring
08-09-18, 07:22 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,133
Posted By feldy0084

A week later and I got to demo a bunch of bikes...

A week later and I got to demo a bunch of bikes and go down way too many internet rabbit holes researching everything! The demoing was really eye opening. With my hip, it seems like it is MUCH more...
Forum: Touring
08-03-18, 04:28 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,133
Posted By feldy0084

Great info and thanks for the comments. To answer...

Great info and thanks for the comments. To answer some of your questions: my hips barely hinder me at all. No trouble getting on/off and currently can easily do 8-10mi around the city paths with...
Forum: Touring
08-03-18, 10:38 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,133
Posted By feldy0084

I appreciate the responses and opinions. I...

I appreciate the responses and opinions. I totally understand the complexity of the initial question as well and how it may be hard to give a "blanket" answer based on my situation. Just to clarify-...
Forum: Touring
08-03-18, 09:06 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,133
Posted By feldy0084

My ultimate goal is to do a bike tour in my...

My ultimate goal is to do a bike tour in my state. I work daily with a sports med staff that advocates biking in the rehab process and thinks long term term that a bike tour could be in the cards. I...
Forum: Touring
08-02-18, 08:25 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,133
Posted By feldy0084

Help finding a bike after surgery

Hello to All- Not sure if this is the right place to post since it’s my first time here. But, I am looking for some advice and guidance.

I am recovering from a really lousy year where I had hip...
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