New bike, old set up
02-29-20, 01:20 PM
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New bike, old set up
FYI, here is my new Specialized Diverge with my old Carradice Camper and Ortlieb handlebar bay set up. The 32mn tires and futureshock make the ride quite comfy. There’s loads of clearance for the saddlebag too on thus 56cm frame.
02-29-20, 02:23 PM
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I think on the black frame, I like the black Carradice better than the green one from this other post.
https://www.bikeforums.net/21338287-post13.html
I was sure I saw this bike recently because I remember commenting on it.
Did you add that D ring on the bag yourself? I have been thinking of doing that.
https://www.bikeforums.net/21338287-post13.html
I was sure I saw this bike recently because I remember commenting on it.
Did you add that D ring on the bag yourself? I have been thinking of doing that.
02-29-20, 03:37 PM
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I think on the black frame, I like the black Carradice better than the green one from this other post.
https://www.bikeforums.net/21338287-post13.html
I was sure I saw this bike recently because I remember commenting on it.
Did you add that D ring on the bag yourself? I have been thinking of doing that.
https://www.bikeforums.net/21338287-post13.html
I was sure I saw this bike recently because I remember commenting on it.
Did you add that D ring on the bag yourself? I have been thinking of doing that.
This is the first time I've loaded the bike up with all my gear. I was particularly interested how the Futureshock felt with the load of the handlebar bag. I don't notice anything strange going on so it all looks good.
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02-29-20, 05:35 PM
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Yes the D-ring is my own mod, but Carradice has now added them to the Camper and the Nelson. I sometimes use the D-ring for a shoulder strap, but most times I just use the nylon straps I attach to the D-rings on the lid as a carrying handle.
This is the first time I've loaded the bike up with all my gear. I was particularly interested how the Futureshock felt with the load of the handlebar bag. I don't notice anything strange going on so it all looks good.
This is the first time I've loaded the bike up with all my gear. I was particularly interested how the Futureshock felt with the load of the handlebar bag. I don't notice anything strange going on so it all looks good.
02-29-20, 07:48 PM
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I used my Nelson Longflap on one tour in 2014, but am thinking I might use it this summer again. Stopped using it as it usually took two or three times as much time to strap it onto my saddle as strapping a bag on the top of my rack and panniers. Not a big deal for a week long trip, but after a month and a half you really start noticing things that could be done better. And inconvenient to carry when off the bike. But I think with some D rings added for a shoulder strap, it might make carrying it more convenient. That does not solve the time to attach the saddle straps, but I have been thinking about a few other options for that.
