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Forum: Touring
01-12-17, 11:42 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 574
Posted By surfjimc

I only received a few replies, which surprised...

I only received a few replies, which surprised me. But, the books are in the mail. I hope you enjoy them and pass them on. I also want to apologize profusely to the guy who sent a pm and was in line...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
01-10-17, 08:59 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,660
Posted By surfjimc

You are right. I went out and looked at them....

You are right. I went out and looked at them. They are Super Champion rims. Not sure why I thought they were Weinmans.
Forum: Touring
01-10-17, 01:39 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 574
Posted By surfjimc

Wow! I haven't received any replies. Do people...

Wow! I haven't received any replies. Do people not read much anymore, or we just don't like touring books?
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
01-09-17, 09:30 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,660
Posted By surfjimc

83 Specialized Expedition Wheels, Value?

I have the original wheels from my Expedition. 40 spoke rear, 36 spoke front, Specialized hubs and Wienman rims. I upgraded my wheels and kept them. I am moving and can no longer keep them. Is there...
Forum: Touring
01-09-17, 09:20 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 574
Posted By surfjimc

Book Giveaway and Pass It On

I am moving and things have to go. I have two touring books that I really like, but need to pass along. I will give them to the first 2 people who PM me with a name and mailing address, if you agree...
Forum: Touring
10-17-16, 09:06 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,593
Posted By surfjimc

I think riding the Mississippi River Trail, or...

I think riding the Mississippi River Trail, or just following end to end would be fun. I am planning on canoeing the entire length of the river from Lake Itasca to the Gulf in the summer of 2018.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-17-16, 08:48 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,821
Posted By surfjimc

I use an Anker portable battery that I keep...

I use an Anker portable battery that I keep charged off my dyno hub. This is a great setup. I charge it, and it keeps all of our electronics charged. My headlight is a Luxos U, so I have the USB port...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
05-02-16, 01:09 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,259
Posted By surfjimc

Here you go: Got caught cheating...

Here you go: Got caught cheating (http://www.cyclingweekly.co.uk/news/latest-news/electric-motor-system-used-by-banned-belgian-cyclist-revealed-by-uci-222620)
Forum: Commuting
04-05-16, 09:58 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,670
Posted By surfjimc

+1

+1
Forum: Touring
04-05-16, 09:29 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,717
Posted By surfjimc

I have a cheap Sanyo that makes no noise. If I...

I have a cheap Sanyo that makes no noise. If I spin the wheel I can feel the resistance and a little vibration, but when I am riding I don;t notice it at all.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-23-15, 06:13 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,351
Posted By surfjimc

I went that route, but in the end I had the...

I went that route, but in the end I had the surgery. It was the best decision I ever made. I have been pain free for almost 5 years. Granted, I also lost weight and began yoga, but that happened...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-23-15, 05:58 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 13,131
Posted By surfjimc

Dynamo hub and lights (includes usb port for...

Dynamo hub and lights (includes usb port for charging phone) on my commuter/touring bike.
Forum: Touring
08-22-15, 06:06 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 20,074
Posted By surfjimc

I commute every day on an old steel touring bike....

I commute every day on an old steel touring bike. It is fast, stable and comfortable, but it weighs 32lbs. It accelerates slowly and I roll along through the city about 16-17 mph. On the rare days I...
Forum: Commuting
08-01-15, 12:16 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,324
Posted By surfjimc

700x37 Vittoria Randonneur Hyper I jumped up...

700x37 Vittoria Randonneur Hyper
I jumped up to the 37s from 35s because I found the 37s for less than half price. I picked up a bunch since they were so cheap. I really don't notice the 2mm...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-30-15, 06:58 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 3,132
Posted By surfjimc

Being a teacher, I have the time in July to watch...

Being a teacher, I have the time in July to watch the race. I've even gone over to France to trek around and see some stages. Alp D'Huez was by far my favorite to watch, and then hike up to the town...
Forum: Touring
07-10-15, 06:31 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 895
Posted By surfjimc

I really like the Vittoria Randonneurs. I have...

I really like the Vittoria Randonneurs. I have ridden the Contis, but haven't tried the Ritcheys. The Vittorias are supple and ride well. They feel fast, corner well, perform admirably in dirt (where...
Forum: Touring
06-29-15, 10:05 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 784
Posted By surfjimc

Lots of good advice already. If you don't mind...

Lots of good advice already. If you don't mind driving or the train, Refugio is a nice first trip. It is 25 miles from the train stop in Santa Barbara, or 15 miles from the SB Airport in Goleta....
Forum: Touring
05-09-15, 06:39 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,712
Posted By surfjimc

I have a Luxos U running of a cheap Sanyo...

I have a Luxos U running of a cheap Sanyo dynohub. I have not had any issue with charging. I commute daily, and I am rarely under 12mph, so I'm not sure about those issues. When I tour I carry an...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-09-15, 06:11 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,824
Posted By surfjimc

Once I switched to bibs, I never went back. I...

Once I switched to bibs, I never went back. I have PI Elite bibs and PI PRO bibs. Biggest difference is the cut and fit. Elites fit normal, average, heavy bodies. The PROs are cut slimmer and hug...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-07-15, 09:00 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,308
Posted By surfjimc

I ride both rims regularly. I ride the A719s with...

I ride both rims regularly. I ride the A719s with 35s and the Open Pros with 25s. The Open Pro wheels are lighter rims, as are the tires and tubes; all rotating weight on the outside of the wheel....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-07-15, 08:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 10,694
Posted By surfjimc

I ride in both the Elite and P.R.O. stuff. The...

I ride in both the Elite and P.R.O. stuff. The PRO material is a little lighter and cut a bit tighter than the Elite level stuff. I like both, but for my height the Elite bibs have better fitting...
Forum: Touring
02-23-15, 11:44 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,355
Posted By surfjimc

I've separated both a/c joints, the right one...

I've separated both a/c joints, the right one twice; all cycling. The first one happened in a my first season of racing, and it was the most painful. As I remember, the level of pain was much more...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-15-15, 12:52 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,523
Posted By surfjimc

I've been doing a bike/train/bike commute for the...

I've been doing a bike/train/bike commute for the last three years. On the shortest days it's 6 miles of riding each way. Longest days have a 23 mile ride home, mostly along the LA River. I ride with...
Forum: Touring
02-09-15, 08:19 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,801
Posted By surfjimc

Those hubs and other esoteric bling are debated...

Those hubs and other esoteric bling are debated often over in the 41. Enter at your own risk.
Forum: Touring
02-08-15, 09:46 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 10,808
Posted By surfjimc

+1 I do love the ride of my Expedition.

+1
I do love the ride of my Expedition.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-08-15, 03:20 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,757
Posted By surfjimc

Now I snowboard more than I ski, but still love...

Now I snowboard more than I ski, but still love both. I love to go fast, make big turns, and ski steep deep powder. I can't imagine not doing them for fear of getting hurt, just as I can't imagine...
Forum: Touring
02-08-15, 03:03 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 10,808
Posted By surfjimc

I tour on and commute daily on an early 80's...

I tour on and commute daily on an early 80's Specialized Expedition. I bought it in bad shape on ebay for $125 after over a year of searching. In theory, it is the exact same frame as the Miyata...
Forum: Touring
02-08-15, 12:23 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,801
Posted By surfjimc

Just like for every other bike component, the two...

Just like for every other bike component, the two camps always form, one who likes the best of the best, and the other that likes what will do for the right price. Both have their merits.
I tour...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-25-15, 09:54 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,990
Posted By surfjimc

Wow! I should have surfed Saturday instead of...

Wow!
I should have surfed Saturday instead of going riding. If the Santa Anas are blowing off shore when there is a swell, it doesn't get any better. That is about as perfect a wave as you will see...
Forum: Commuting
01-18-15, 03:24 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,724
Posted By surfjimc

Not much has changed in my commute over the...

Not much has changed in my commute over the years. Still the same bike and gear. I have moved from battery lights to a dynamo hub and lights. I like it much better than I thought. There is always...
Forum: Commuting
01-18-15, 12:43 AM
Replies: 106
Views: 10,276
Posted By surfjimc

+1 I teach middle school and keep my bike...

+1
I teach middle school and keep my bike behind my desk. I can change in my classroom before and after school. I commute in full kit because I like to ride hard and fast, and get very sweaty. The...
Forum: Touring
01-18-15, 12:30 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,087
Posted By surfjimc

I really like Vittoria Voyager Hypers. I use 35's...

I really like Vittoria Voyager Hypers. I use 35's and they ride better than any touring tire I have tried. They are fast, supple, and handle well. The only drawback is that they don't last as long as...
Forum: Touring
01-07-15, 01:07 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,310
Posted By surfjimc

The coast is great at that time of year. From LA...

The coast is great at that time of year. From LA to SF, flying is the fastest, and you can ride right out of the airport and over to the coast. If you watch the Southwest and Jet Blue websites, or...
Forum: Touring
01-07-15, 12:42 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,729
Posted By surfjimc

I run that exact set up on an '84 Specialized...

I run that exact set up on an '84 Specialized Expedition. Full XT 9spd drive train with Dura Ace 9spd bar ends. 48-36-26 up front, 12-34 in the rear, Shadow derailuers front and rear. Indexing works...
Forum: Touring
12-28-14, 12:25 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 8,557
Posted By surfjimc

I recently added a generator hub and a set of...

I recently added a generator hub and a set of lights to my touring bike. I love having them, but I commute daily and like the convenience of not recharging batteries all the time. I bought a Luxos U...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
12-07-14, 12:35 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,332
Posted By surfjimc

I just put on a Luxos U. I really like the beam...

I just put on a Luxos U. I really like the beam pattern, but I think that it might not be great if you like to ride fast. I roll along at 16 - 18mph, and can't imagine going much faster with just the...
Forum: Touring
12-06-14, 11:21 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,527
Posted By surfjimc

I modernized this Specialized Expedition with a...

I modernized this Specialized Expedition with a Shimano XT drivetrain, Dura Ace bar end shifters, Paul brakes and a Chris King headset. I bought it on ebay for $100 and reworked it. I tour on it and...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-02-14, 11:15 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,564
Posted By surfjimc

I have 2 pair of bib shorts, a bib knicker, and...

I have 2 pair of bib shorts, a bib knicker, and bib tights. once I tried bibs, I never looked back. All are PI, and the strap lengths are different on the different lines within the brand. Worst is...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-02-14, 10:46 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 4,939
Posted By surfjimc

RHR now 42 My mileage hasn't changed, but I had...

RHR now 42
My mileage hasn't changed, but I had to commute for a month or 6 weeks on my CF road bike rather than my touring bike and it completely changed the way I commuted. Speed went way up, I...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-26-14, 02:23 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,635
Posted By surfjimc

I don't have any of the toys from my youth, but I...

I don't have any of the toys from my youth, but I still have a couple of boxes of 8-track tapes from my high school days. One day I'll set up an older classic car with the old stereo so I can play...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
11-02-14, 09:22 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 12,063
Posted By surfjimc

Bummer about your wheels, but the new wheels look...

Bummer about your wheels, but the new wheels look great. I have heard rumors about the rims exploding, but have never actually seen it. Thanks for the pictures. I have been riding Ksyrium SL ssc...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-26-14, 11:03 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,903
Posted By surfjimc

Enjoy the avatar. I can't remember where I stole...

Enjoy the avatar. I can't remember where I stole it from.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-25-14, 11:02 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,903
Posted By surfjimc

The Burrito/Pizza ride sounds fun. I would be up...

The Burrito/Pizza ride sounds fun. I would be up for that and to meet some of the local riders.
Amtrak now limits bikes out of San Diego, and you need to reserve a spot. Found this out during the...
Forum: Commuting
10-05-14, 09:50 PM
Replies: 129
Views: 9,289
Posted By surfjimc

I put myself through grad school at Columbia...

I put myself through grad school at Columbia University as a bicycle messenger. I was also a Cat 2 and a bicycle mechanic on the side. Then I became a teacher and took a cut in pay for a few years....
Forum: Touring
10-04-14, 11:01 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,451
Posted By surfjimc

I think I remember a chart on Bruce Gordon's...

I think I remember a chart on Bruce Gordon's website that mapped out tire size and load weight. I tour and commute on Vittoria Voyager Hypers. Fast and great handling in both 35 and 37. I have also...
Forum: Commuting
10-04-14, 08:14 PM
Replies: 129
Views: 9,289
Posted By surfjimc

Buy a bike, start riding. You can contemplate it...

Buy a bike, start riding. You can contemplate it and talk about it forever, but that doesn't get you on the road. You work at REI, and they have a nice selection of bikes and gear. Pick one that fits...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-28-14, 04:55 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,675
Posted By surfjimc

Try taking your pedals off and greasing the...

Try taking your pedals off and greasing the threads before putting them back on. That stopped my strange creaking on two different bikes. Make sure your seat post is greased too if you have a metal...
Forum: Commuting
09-23-14, 07:16 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,526
Posted By surfjimc

Way back when I was a messenger, there was a guy...

Way back when I was a messenger, there was a guy from a different office who rode in a hockey helmet and mask, shoulder pads, a catcher's chest protector and shin guards, full gloves and padded...
Forum: Touring
09-19-14, 11:05 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 13,247
Posted By surfjimc

I use two different sets of panniers. For...

I use two different sets of panniers.

For touring, I have Caradice Super C's. They are large and made of cotton duck. It's a canvas like fabric that is durable and repairable if it wears a hole....
Forum: Commuting
09-19-14, 07:20 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,409
Posted By surfjimc

Last year I wore PI bib knickers all winter, and...

Last year I wore PI bib knickers all winter, and sometimes I would slide tights on over them if we actually made it down to 40 and below. This year I am going to try some PI P.R.O. bib tights with a...
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