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Forum: Touring
05-03-11, 11:53 PM
Replies: 156
Views: 7,950
Posted By mas-az

I guess it depends on your meaning of "to the...

I guess it depends on your meaning of "to the fullest." I tend to understand it meaning without regard to others and ones self well being. Sort of being reckless and selfish.

I always thought...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-03-11, 11:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,053
Posted By mas-az

I believe I have the same baggy Sugoi shorts that...

I believe I have the same baggy Sugoi shorts that OP relates to. And I too have been looking mainly for a thinner "Chamois" and ordered the J&G Touring shorts. Indeed they have a thin padding but I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-03-11, 03:53 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,393
Posted By mas-az

I am ~230 also and have a hard 800+ miles on mine...

I am ~230 also and have a hard 800+ miles on mine without touching them and they still run true. Was told they were rated to 300lb.
Forum: Touring
04-30-11, 12:23 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,339
Posted By mas-az

I just posted on another thread that I at one...

I just posted on another thread that I at one time owned two Bruce Gordon's set up identically. One was 26" and the other 700c. I could not tell that much difference in riding them except I thought...
Forum: Touring
04-30-11, 12:10 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 17,848
Posted By mas-az

To quote OP in the reference link " but in 2008...

To quote OP in the reference link " but in 2008 when we were buying our bikes there were no large size touring bikes with 26” wheels available in the USA. Trust me – I looked. "
This really...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-28-11, 08:25 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,719
Posted By mas-az

Same thought I have too. The winds seem to be my...

Same thought I have too. The winds seem to be my friend in this regard. But I think it is just putting in the miles since I picked up my new road bike back in March, 700+. Feeling great at 73.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-12-11, 01:34 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 4,663
Posted By mas-az

+1 he had an opportunity to look at the bike and...

+1 he had an opportunity to look at the bike and he accepted "as is" the moment he loaded in his truck/car. It isn't like you shipped the bike and then he found the issues.
Forum: Touring
04-12-11, 08:57 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 14,542
Posted By mas-az

I have used the CTC plastic bags flying PHX - LHR...

I have used the CTC plastic bags flying PHX - LHR - PHX on British Air without any issues. One nice side benefit is if you pack it the way CTC recommends it is a very convenient compact package to...
Forum: Touring
04-03-11, 09:34 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,100
Posted By mas-az

+1 Wringing out in a towel works. Roll the...

+1 Wringing out in a towel works. Roll the clothes up in the towel, stand on one end and wring. While rolled tight run hand down towel to remove the water. Watch how hard you do it because you can...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-03-11, 03:10 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 878
Posted By mas-az

+1 on the ablation. Same result but it took two...

+1 on the ablation. Same result but it took two ablations for me. I still need to stay well hydrated though. Other wise I can drop into an irregular heart beat.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-22-11, 02:26 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 836
Posted By mas-az

What quick link? connex can have this problem if...

What quick link? connex can have this problem if installed backwards.
Forum: Touring
04-04-10, 11:43 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 400
Posted By mas-az

This covers some of the route...

This covers some of the route http://pathlesspedaled.com/?p=1135. Also CrazyGuyOnABike has some journals. NM highway 9 is generally used from around El Paso,TX to Columbus,NM to Rodeo,NM, Douglas,AZ...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-20-10, 12:59 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,312
Posted By mas-az

There are several sites that do some of this but...

There are several sites that do some of this but I tend to like this one best for now. http://ridewithgps.com/
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-19-10, 10:42 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,418
Posted By mas-az

If you have auto/motocycle insurance that may...

If you have auto/motocycle insurance that may already cover you. If not see about adding to those policies.
If you have auto insurance check on the uninsured and under insured aspects. When I was...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-19-10, 10:38 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,312
Posted By mas-az

I have had one for some time and it works fine. I...

I have had one for some time and it works fine. I use it both for bicycling and hiking. I am on my second one as the battery finally died on the first and Garmin refurbished for $80.00.
The con with...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-25-09, 01:48 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 5,761
Posted By mas-az

mrrabbit thanks. A response that makes it clear...

mrrabbit thanks. A response that makes it clear why it doesn't make any difference. I'm sure there is one or two of us that have learned a thing or two from it. I did for sure.
And you did it...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-25-09, 11:41 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 5,761
Posted By mas-az

And your experience is greatly appreciated. That...

And your experience is greatly appreciated. That response was generated because Operator was replying as the spokesperson for the bike mechanic community saying that you all don't prefer to have the...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-23-09, 09:25 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,708
Posted By mas-az

Almost 72 and in second year of retirement and...

Almost 72 and in second year of retirement and trying to get use to it.
Managed a bike trip trip to England and France solo, no joy though, but its off of my list of things to do.
Designed and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-23-09, 05:11 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 5,761
Posted By mas-az

Probably. I am humbled, please accept my...

Probably. I am humbled, please accept my apologies, I stand corrected and your replies greatly add to my experience.
It is just in the ten or so wheel sets I have built, I know not many, I have...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-23-09, 04:55 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 5,761
Posted By mas-az

I'll try but I really don't have that much time...

I'll try but I really don't have that much time on my hands to build up a real high posting count.
I'll buy what you are saying but I think they are edge cases and if you were going to true a wheel...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-23-09, 10:52 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 5,761
Posted By mas-az

I fear you know not what you say, Operator...

I fear you know not what you say, Operator regardless of your 25,000+ posts. You cannot put enough pressure into a tire to affect the wheel without blowing the tire or tube or both. Pure BS.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-22-09, 07:46 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 5,761
Posted By mas-az

+1 Most would also prefer to have the tire off...

+1 Most would also prefer to have the tire off the rim too.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-22-09, 07:29 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,901
Posted By mas-az

You might try a...

You might try a http://www.parktool.com/products/detail.asp?cat=25&item=HCW-5 There are probably a lot of these floating around.

Co-Motion also has a S&S coupler wrenh.
Forum: Touring
12-19-09, 12:44 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,046
Posted By mas-az

Excellent sale going on at BG. Under $1,000 for...

Excellent sale going on at BG. Under $1,000 for frame and racks.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-14-09, 10:09 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,606
Posted By mas-az

Rubber bar end plugs Velox...

Rubber bar end plugs Velox http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=250545206215
http://www.velo-orange.com/veloxbarplugs.html
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-12-09, 04:17 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,863
Posted By mas-az

I use a broken/straightened spring hook to open...

I use a broken/straightened spring hook to open cables up with. See G here;
http://crawfordtool.com/springhooks2.html

To cut cables I use a Dremel tool with cut off wheels and the cable held in a...
Forum: Touring
12-06-09, 02:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 695
Posted By mas-az

I would say the Mavic Open rims would be strong...

I would say the Mavic Open rims would be strong enough to do a trek across the USA. If this is your bike http://www.bikepedia.com/QuickBike/BikeSpecs.aspx?Year=1998&Brand=Bianchi&Model=Eros&Type=bike...
Forum: Touring
12-06-09, 02:06 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,438
Posted By mas-az

Consider that whether it is tires, wheels, tubes,...

Consider that whether it is tires, wheels, tubes, rack, or bottom bracket you cannot expect everything to be local when you need a part. Look at worst case. If you are at a place where you can get a...
Forum: Touring
11-30-09, 01:03 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,016
Posted By mas-az

I think I would seriously consider using just a...

I think I would seriously consider using just a front rack and panniers on that. Use rack top loading or saddle bag on the rear. With P clamps you may be able to rig a standard rear rack on to the...
Forum: Touring
11-20-09, 03:56 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,172
Posted By mas-az

Why not use a cut down bike box that is the same...

Why not use a cut down bike box that is the same size as the S&S case? Or just use a plastic bag like the CTC sells/promotes?

I used the plastic bag earlier this year on British Airways and with...
Forum: Southwest
11-20-09, 10:02 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,219
Posted By mas-az

Here are a few pictures from the border road....

Here are a few pictures from the border road. http://www.mooreaboutscottsdale.com/?act=gallery&ref=a0911204b06bbe4ef72e
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
11-19-09, 08:53 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 485
Posted By mas-az

Take it down

sticky post in general: Calling all passionate bike owners!

Survey is closed.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-18-09, 03:10 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,546
Posted By mas-az

These most likely will have a cup and cone...

These most likely will have a cup and cone bearings and will need the old "C" spanner and square spanner or large adjustable wrench. A pin spanner is also nice for adjusting the BB.
...
Forum: Southwest
11-17-09, 12:01 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,219
Posted By mas-az

It is dirt and you'll have a lot of fast Border...

It is dirt and you'll have a lot of fast Border Patrol company day and night. No services either.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-15-09, 01:18 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 532
Posted By mas-az

As I recall the RD limit screw should not allow...

As I recall the RD limit screw should not allow the 10th click. Check the winding of the cable on the Shiftmate. I've had to redo it a couple of times to get it set up right.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-11-09, 08:21 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,199
Posted By mas-az

I suspect this charger is often branded...

I suspect this charger is often branded differently. Looks the same as my Tenergy charger.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-11-09, 03:24 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,199
Posted By mas-az

My charger has the option to draw the batteries...

My charger has the option to draw the batteries all the way down (discharge) then recharge them. It is a much longer recharge cycle when you do that. Suppose to keep the "memory" issue minimized.
...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-11-09, 09:46 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 707
Posted By mas-az

Details, details. You are right. Garmin says 4th...

Details, details. You are right. Garmin says 4th quarter 2009 so I am SOL as to answers because I suspect few have it and little experience with it if they do.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-10-09, 11:40 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 707
Posted By mas-az

Garmin 505 Experiences

I am looking at buying the Garmin 500 bicycle device and would like to know the experiences people have had with the device.

I am looking for something I can use with all my bikes(4) and not have...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-10-09, 08:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 506
Posted By mas-az

1+ it is fast to do. After fixing chain length I...

1+ it is fast to do. After fixing chain length I do one simple check. Shift to largest cog and largest chain ring to make sure if you can it does it does not jam up. PITA if you accidentally do and...
Forum: Touring
11-09-09, 10:23 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 14,284
Posted By mas-az

My Google must be broke. I only see Alpine III in...

My Google must be broke. I only see Alpine III in a limited number of lengths and only in black. Also only in boxes of 72. Three boxes of spokes gets real expensive.

Also cut spokes without rolled...
Forum: Touring
11-07-09, 09:38 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,056
Posted By mas-az

I solo ride and tour because that is the way I...

I solo ride and tour because that is the way I am. I also think it is safer having only myself to get me into and out of situations.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-07-09, 09:17 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,253
Posted By mas-az

I think 50+ covers everything pretty good for me...

I think 50+ covers everything pretty good for me at 70+. People retire at different ages and times. Health issues arise through the whole spectrum of 50+ and beyond.

I'm not sure there would be...
Forum: Touring
11-06-09, 11:20 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 5,158
Posted By mas-az

Is she a politician? Eight sentences could be a...

Is she a politician? Eight sentences could be a very large amount of words. Maybe you should state the limits like Twitter does.
Forum: Touring
11-05-09, 09:20 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 829
Posted By mas-az

1+ That was the case for my Fuji. Standard 105...

1+ That was the case for my Fuji. Standard 105 brake worked.
Forum: Touring
11-05-09, 09:15 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,007
Posted By mas-az

I have both the 700c and 26" Bruce Gordon Rock...

I have both the 700c and 26" Bruce Gordon Rock and Road bikes. They are nice bikes.

The BG uses cantis or V-brakes and accommodate very wide tires and need a wide rim to set up the brakes.
That...
Forum: Touring
11-04-09, 11:31 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 829
Posted By mas-az

It is not a difficult task to drill the fork to...

It is not a difficult task to drill the fork to take a modern recessed bolt. Just drill/enlarge the back side to take the bolt body. Also a front brake with the pads swapped around will work for the...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-04-09, 09:45 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,857
Posted By mas-az

Hydration my be an issue for me as I do not drink...

Hydration my be an issue for me as I do not drink enough water, ever. It was in the upper 90's yesterday and I did not have my Camelback on as I probably should have.

Dchiefransom...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-04-09, 09:21 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 869
Posted By mas-az

Snow birds. Oops not a crop, but definitely a...

Snow birds. Oops not a crop, but definitely a worry riding the streets.

The mention of snow and North Carolina always brings memory of Raleigh and a snow storm. It seemed rare that there was...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-04-09, 06:52 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,857
Posted By mas-az

Yes I have had two pulmonary ablations, the last...

Yes I have had two pulmonary ablations, the last about two and a half years ago. After riding/crawling home yesterday I popped a 50mg atenolol and converted in a couple of hours.

When I am on...
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