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Forum: Touring
08-22-23, 12:48 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,438
Posted By jvt

I use platforms on everything except my recumbent...

I use platforms on everything except my recumbent trike. I use dual sided (SPD and flat) pedals on my trike to prevent possible leg suck from slipping off the pedal. Even then, I wear relatively...
Forum: Recumbent
09-26-22, 11:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,072
Posted By jvt

Even losing the dual drive gives 866% range. More...

Even losing the dual drive gives 866% range. More than enough for most people, and simplifies the drive train.
Forum: Touring
03-16-22, 11:59 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,678
Posted By jvt

I have a couple of Lezyne pumps as well. High...

I have a couple of Lezyne pumps as well. High volume for mountain and high pressure for road. Very satisfied with them and couldn’t see myself buying anything else. The hoses are compatible with both...
Forum: Touring
03-14-22, 01:10 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 11,478
Posted By jvt

minuses a pair of these as well for several...

minuses a pair of these as well for several years. Excellent option on my recumbent trike as I could clip in and didn’t have to worry about leg suck.

Now I use cheap crocs knockoffs and platform...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-13-22, 04:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,027
Posted By jvt

A big thank you and a quick update for you all....

A big thank you and a quick update for you all. Careful tweaking of the limit screws and the indexing has resulted in pretty good shifiting. I think that hte cables have stretched a little, and...
Forum: Touring
02-05-22, 10:56 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,109
Posted By jvt

This is excellent advice. I’m lucky in that a...

This is excellent advice. I’m lucky in that a standard Brooks model fits me perfectly, but it took trying a few to figure out the right one. If you have a shop that will let you try them, then I...
Forum: Touring
02-05-22, 10:37 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,109
Posted By jvt

I love my old Tiagra 3x9 light touring bike as...

I love my old Tiagra 3x9 light touring bike as well. I have a Deore RD and 12-36 cassette and can climb walls with that thing.

In terms of bike choices, I typically compromise on components,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-06-22, 08:34 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,027
Posted By jvt

I have an M531 (I think) on another bike that I...

I have an M531 (I think) on another bike that I might try. It’s currently running a 36 tooth cassette so should be fine.
Forum: Touring
12-01-21, 11:39 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,610
Posted By jvt

I have bikes with both. The grip shifters are...

I have bikes with both. The grip shifters are fine, but more difficult to maintain. The thumb shifters are MicroShift, and are excellent.

I get stiffness and cramping in my hands from time to time...
Forum: Recumbent
11-05-21, 01:04 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,082
Posted By jvt

Any extra publicity helps. I see a few older...

Any extra publicity helps. I see a few older cyclists out here, and they are usually quite interested in my trike. Most will have a sit in it, and they get the point of being able to ride without...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-05-21, 12:54 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,103
Posted By jvt

I second the Ergon GC1s. I had a similar pair of...

I second the Ergon GC1s. I had a similar pair of Giant grips on a Jones bar, and replaced them with GC1s. The Giants were already pretty comfortable. The Ergons are a significant upgrade. Have...
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