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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-13-23, 09:15 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 936
Posted By Hummer

Thanks for posting pictures of your Peugeot. ...

Thanks for posting pictures of your Peugeot.

It looks like a P15 Premiere. There is a label on the chainstay at the kickstand which will have the model number, frame size and serial number.
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Forum: Touring
02-28-23, 10:49 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 924
Posted By cyccommute

Why not just use a 12-36 cassette? Here’s a...

Why not just use a 12-36 cassette? Here’s a comparison...
Forum: Touring
04-14-21, 03:17 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 909
Posted By staehpj1

Just going by listed specs... The crank is...

Just going by listed specs...

The crank is listed as a Shimano FC-M521-S, 48/36/26 on the rei site. https://www.rei.com/product/807245/novara-safari-bike-2014

It looks like the Shimano FC-M521...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-12-21, 02:08 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 27,661
Posted By T-Mar

Welcome to the forums. Based on the serial...

Welcome to the forums. Based on the serial number, it would be a 1981 model, while a ladies' 18 speed would narrow it down to a UO019C, assuming it is a USA model. Value is highly dependent on...
Forum: Touring
12-29-20, 09:27 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,562
Posted By mstateglfr

Yes its a really good option. hybrid brakes,...

Yes its a really good option. hybrid brakes, good drivetrain components, good gearing range.
I dont understand the front rack as there is no brace between sides, but maybe thats a design thats...
Forum: Touring
12-29-20, 08:18 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,562
Posted By timdow

If the REI ADV 1.1 is an option for you, it has...

If the REI ADV 1.1 is an option for you, it has disc brakes, and racks included for a lot less money than the other two.
Forum: Touring
04-23-20, 06:25 AM
Replies: 580
Views: 458,995
Posted By captain belly

DIY Single Packets of Chamois Cream

I'm just getting back into biking. I'd like to get to the point where i'm packing my camping gear. I'm almost 50 and my body hurts and I get sores when biking too far. My buddy turned me on to...
Forum: Touring
04-16-20, 09:41 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 733
Posted By Tautatis

Fantastic and congratulations!!! Unfortunately,...

Fantastic and congratulations!!! Unfortunately, most of us will only dream for an opportunity doing this!!! If you die tomorrow, If I did this and die the next day I am sure I'll be at peace with...
Forum: Touring
04-15-20, 09:15 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 615
Posted By DropBarFan

What a fun project! I visited Durango &...

What a fun project! I visited Durango & Walsenburg CO (not cycling) way back when to meet family/friends, didn't know it was such nice cycling territory.
Forum: Touring
04-13-20, 05:15 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 14,165
Posted By robow

A fellow I toured with years ago often had...

A fellow I toured with years ago often had difficulty finding a wall or a fence long enough where he could lean the length of his bike and the length of the trailer safely, without putting too much...
Forum: Touring
04-13-20, 03:10 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 14,165
Posted By djb

I've never been interested in using a trailer,...

I've never been interested in using a trailer, but as robow says, I'm impressed with your creativity with coming up with a straightforward, light solution to what must be an annoying aspect of a one...
Forum: Touring
04-12-20, 08:02 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 14,165
Posted By thumpism

Oh, great, another project, and this time it's on...

Oh, great, another project, and this time it's on the damn trailer.
Forum: Touring
04-12-20, 04:11 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 14,165
Posted By robow

Seriously, something like that should come as...

Seriously, something like that should come as standard equipment on a Bob. I'm thinking aftermarket here, your ingenuity and my marketing, I'm smelling big dollars here, what do you say ? Ha
Forum: Touring
04-11-20, 06:48 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 14,165
Posted By rifraf

A suggestion for those looking to buy trailers, I...

A suggestion for those looking to buy trailers, I would make, is to future proof your purchase by getting one with a 29er fork if possible.

When I bought a different bike, my trailer was unusable...
Forum: Touring
04-08-20, 08:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,109
Posted By KC8QVO

Interesting ride. Thanks for sharing. Just a...

Interesting ride. Thanks for sharing. Just a critique - the slide show went by so fast even trying to pause on some of the frames wasn't working for me. Maybe add 2-3 seconds for each frame duration....
Forum: Touring
04-08-20, 07:05 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,109
Posted By bikemig

I enjoyed the video. How about some pics of the...

I enjoyed the video. How about some pics of the bike?
Forum: Touring
04-08-20, 06:04 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,109
Posted By indyfabz

Frank took over our unsupported ACA Northern Tier...

Frank took over our unsupported ACA Northern Tier tour in 1999 when our original leader proved inadequate. Joined us in Red Wing, MN but could only stay until Booneville, NY. Great guy.
Forum: Touring
04-07-20, 09:57 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,109
Posted By DropBarFan

Thanks for sharing. I've seen various accounts...

Thanks for sharing. I've seen various accounts of trans-USA rides but hadn't noticed the total elevation was that much!
Forum: Touring
04-06-20, 11:35 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,740
Posted By Tourist in MSN

I bought the rear Carradry panneris about five...

I bought the rear Carradry panneris about five years ago. Prior to that I have had very good luck with Ortliebs, but to make a long story short I wanted some much larger rear panniers for a specific...
Forum: Touring
04-06-20, 07:17 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,740
Posted By amilianadvtrs

Not entirely what you are asking for, but we...

Not entirely what you are asking for, but we recently got the CarraDry SQR bag. Like Happy mentioned the construction quality is pretty solid and I am really happy with it as a quick release bag. The...
Forum: Touring
04-06-20, 12:08 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,740
Posted By Happy Feet

I have the front panniers, saddle bag and...

I have the front panniers, saddle bag and handlebar bag of the Carradry line.

I use the front panniers on the rear as I don't need the extra space of the larger bags. The mounting system is secure...
Forum: Touring
01-14-19, 09:22 PM
Replies: 580
Views: 458,995
Posted By MontgomeryMeigs

If you're touring in New York State, you can camp...

If you're touring in New York State, you can camp for free in most state forests managed by the Dept. of Conservation (DEC). Details about 'primitive camping' here: www. dec. ny. gov/outdoor/camping....
Forum: Touring
12-28-18, 11:36 AM
Replies: 580
Views: 458,995
Posted By zweitesmal2

Keep a big fat cotton ball in your tube patch kit...

Keep a big fat cotton ball in your tube patch kit for flats. Running it along the inside of your tire helps you find those tiny metal wires that might otherwise be missed. The cotton ball will snag...
Forum: Touring
10-04-15, 08:19 PM
Replies: 580
Views: 458,995
Posted By chrisx

Somebody might read this stuff 99 Bikepacking...

Somebody might read this stuff
99 Bikepacking Lifehacks - Bikepackers Magazine (http://bikepackersmagazine.com/bikepacking-lifehacks/)
be carefull what you wish for, you might get it.

sample...
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