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Forum: Touring
10-31-24, 12:51 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 5,644
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

Actually, the heat maps work very well in less...

Actually, the heat maps work very well in less populated areas as well. For example, they really helped me navigate the Mekong Delta after a bridge washout. The heat maps also filter out areas that...
Forum: Touring
10-30-24, 04:00 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 5,644
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

The original business of route creation is...

The original business of route creation is becoming redundant because it is dated the minute it's created when compared to modern digital routing software; now with heat maps and AI integration, the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-28-24, 05:29 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 1,653
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

I see what you have done there! Impressive.

I see what you have done there! Impressive.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-28-24, 02:57 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 1,653
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

We've had sketches, logical outlines,...

We've had sketches, logical outlines, step-by-step explanations, and random discussions. Is there anything pertinent to discuss regarding mounting a Varia on a Seatpost as it was designed to do?
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-27-24, 09:21 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 1,653
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

Perhaps you could create an innovative solution...

Perhaps you could create an innovative solution such as this fellow. Obviously this is overkill as he is looking for full situational awareness however you could base your solution on something...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-26-24, 09:54 PM
Replies: 174
Views: 7,283
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

The way I see it there are two types of touring....

The way I see it there are two types of touring. A vast majority of cycle touring is within an accessible distance of a reasonably equipped bike shop able to get a shimano equipped back running. This...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-26-24, 05:55 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 1,653
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

Yes almost every one sold is mounted that way....

Yes almost every one sold is mounted that way. Here is my advice:
mount bag
measure space left below the bag
Measure length of garmin
if the later is less than the former you are good to go
if...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-26-24, 01:00 PM
Replies: 174
Views: 7,283
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

I like the frame and racks myself however the...

I like the frame and racks myself however the components are not what I would consider using on a tour. MicroShift is not known for durability, the cheap bottom bracket and other bearings not...
Forum: Framebuilders
10-26-24, 09:06 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 682
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-25-24, 09:59 PM
Replies: 174
Views: 7,283
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

As per usual the thread was about best gearing...

As per usual the thread was about best gearing era now it’s swirling down the drain. Seriously 5 speed was where we peaked? Insane.
...
Forum: Touring
10-25-24, 09:27 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 586
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

Thanks for the balanced responses. Still...

Thanks for the balanced responses. Still wrestling with this as I am trying to keep things as light and minimal as possible I would rather not pack just in case. Thermal tights are ok for moderate...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-25-24, 09:12 PM
Replies: 174
Views: 7,283
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

If cost and reliability are the main criteria...

If cost and reliability are the main criteria then the obvious answer is single speed fixed gear.

Actually take a look at that Masi you reference. This is a $1,300 faux touring rig, examine what...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-25-24, 10:10 AM
Replies: 174
Views: 7,283
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

We can expand this premise to current cyclists...

We can expand this premise to current cyclists using modern 11-speed systems are not prepared or willing to switch to older 5, 6, or 7-speed systems or 3x systems. As mentioned in previous...
Forum: Touring
10-25-24, 09:42 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 586
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

Rain Pants Advice

What is everyone’s strategy for rain pants when touring? Traditionally, I have limited my tours to four-week timeframes, with a few exceptions. I also avoid travelling during the rainy season, so at...
Forum: Framebuilders
10-24-24, 06:49 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 740
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

Which their are you speaking too?

Which their are you speaking too?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-22-24, 06:30 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 3,124
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

What would you do with this information?...

What would you do with this information? Especially considering the complete lack of validity or credibility of the sources.

Why mention cracks, Specialized has no history of faulty carbon...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-22-24, 05:57 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 3,124
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

If that is the case rather than some desperate...

If that is the case rather than some desperate plea for attention, why didn’t you just reach out to Specialized? Instead, you are attempting to elicit opinions from random strangers.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-22-24, 04:26 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 3,124
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

What do you want from everyone? According to the...

What do you want from everyone? According to the site and your research, they are unavailable, so move on and find another bike to purchase.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-21-24, 09:59 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 3,047
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

And in every case it’s some aged Luddite ranting...

And in every case it’s some aged Luddite ranting about modern tech.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-21-24, 08:19 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 3,047
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

You have 50 bikes which are depreciating and...

You have 50 bikes which are depreciating and losing value every day. You want to scold others on being smart with money? The bottom has dropped out of the used bike market and thousands of hoards...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-21-24, 03:13 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 3,047
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

There's a consensus that participation in these...

There's a consensus that participation in these bicycle forums is waning, with fewer new topics and discussions, especially involving modern aspects of the sport. It's been noted before that the...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-21-24, 12:50 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 3,047
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-18-24, 12:32 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 801
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

Critiquing disc brakes, what a great and...

Critiquing disc brakes, what a great and forward-thinking topic that hasn't been discussed on these forums yet, especially in the mechanic's section where someone is seeking repair advice. Maybe we...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-16-24, 04:54 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 3,124
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

Are you OK? This bizarre question for a bike...

Are you OK? This bizarre question for a bike which is still obviously available and clearly listed on Specialized site. Did you bring this up because the design may be a bit controversial with the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-15-24, 02:50 PM
Replies: 174
Views: 7,283
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

I am pretty sure you missed the point of this...

I am pretty sure you missed the point of this thread, which was to provide an outlet for the retro-grouches to lecture everyone regarding why their outdated systems are the pinnacle of bicycle...
Forum: Touring
10-10-24, 11:22 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 10,581
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

My first tour of Myanmar was the only place where...

My first tour of Myanmar was the only place where cash was required, and only pristine USD was accepted. If the bill had any wrinkles or folds, it was rejected. Credit card acceptance was severely...
Forum: Touring
10-10-24, 11:19 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 10,581
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

Given the demographics of these forums, I am...

Given the demographics of these forums, I am surprised no one has suggested Travelers Cheques yet!
Forum: Road Cycling
10-10-24, 11:09 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 797
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

Spin the wheels every couple of weeks and you...

Spin the wheels every couple of weeks and you should be good. Top up in the spring and keep going. Never had an issue with this approach except with Silca sealant, which congealed into a solid puddle...
Forum: Touring
10-09-24, 06:05 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 10,581
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

One thing I do after a major issue when India...

One thing I do after a major issue when India switched currencies a few years back causing a collapse of the banking system is to always have $500 USD in crisp new bills stashed away for emergency...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-09-24, 02:03 PM
Replies: 174
Views: 7,283
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

Ah, you're referencing that classic Ken-L Ration...

Ah, you're referencing that classic Ken-L Ration commercial jingle! It's a catchy tune that really stuck with people.

While the jingle might be memorable, it's important to remember that every dog...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-09-24, 10:57 AM
Replies: 174
Views: 7,283
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

. I asked AI to respond to your comment, and it...

.
I asked AI to respond to your comment, and it looks like you struck a nerve;

"Ah yes, the triple chainring. The "disco ball" of the cycling world. So flashy, so many gears, yet somehow always...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-07-24, 08:45 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,638
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

As the saying goes those in glass houses! Instead...

As the saying goes those in glass houses! Instead you are asking all of the BF community to do the same with this thread.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-06-24, 07:40 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 4,705
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

As mentioned before, sport cycling is as popular...

As mentioned before, sport cycling is as popular now as it’s been for many decades. There is no indication that it is diminishing at all. Road cycling, gravel riding, bike packing and mountain...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-05-24, 01:24 PM
Replies: 174
Views: 7,283
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

To fairly comment one should have at least...

To fairly comment one should have at least purchased and extensively used modern drivetrains (12+ gears) rather than determine that the best is where they stopped upgrading. To declare that 2x5...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-04-24, 09:29 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,736
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

So the manufacturers and developers of sealants...

So the manufacturers and developers of sealants haven’t figured such a simple improvement to their product?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-04-24, 03:30 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 469
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

If you use a GoatLink 11, you won't need to max...

If you use a GoatLink 11, you won't need to max out the b screw and get more chain wrap. I had 11-42 work.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-04-24, 12:29 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 590
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

Yes, it was with an RD 810 2X setup. The...

Yes, it was with an RD 810 2X setup.
The standard cage can handle my setup; however, I do use a GoatLink 11 to clear the 42T cassette without maxing out the B screw.
I did try the SGS XT long cage;...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-03-24, 08:05 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 590
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

On my touring/adventure bike I run 46-30 on the...

On my touring/adventure bike I run 46-30 on the front and 11-42 on the back with a Roadlink. Works like factory with no issues whatsoever. I was able to run a 11-46 but changed the derailleur cage...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-03-24, 07:59 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,725
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

For me there is also a mental component where I...

For me there is also a mental component where I need to build my mind to become comfortable with long periods in the saddle. You can have all the fitness in the world but your mind needs to be able...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-02-24, 02:23 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,736
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

Textbook application of "Projection" in an...

Textbook application of "Projection" in an argument:

Projection is when someone attributes their own negative (or positive) feelings, flaws, and other quirks onto someone else or another group,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-02-24, 12:24 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,736
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

Luckily you are one of the few that are...

Luckily you are one of the few that are unaffected by marketing and an individualist allowing you to commit fully to your Luddite beliefs unlike the rest of us ignorant masses.

A vast majority of...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-29-24, 10:03 PM
Replies: 191
Views: 12,083
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

Seriously?

Seriously?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-29-24, 09:53 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,736
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

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Reference for those taking your advice regarding tire pressure, tubeless and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-28-24, 11:11 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,661
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-27-24, 10:33 PM
Replies: 197
Views: 9,891
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

What a bizarre thread. People recalling stories...

What a bizarre thread. People recalling stories of almost 60 years ago as evidence of a 360 degree power stroke against those who actually have power data and scientific research that it is complete...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-27-24, 01:09 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,661
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

Now that we've heard from the usual “Old men...

Now that we've heard from the usual “Old men yelling at clouds”, it's important to remember we just experienced a recent surge in sales and growth of pedal-powered bikes which was huge and now the...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
09-27-24, 10:25 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,519
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

Yet you asked?

Yet you asked?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-27-24, 07:20 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,203
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

Day late and a Dollar short.

Day late and a Dollar short.
Forum: Touring
09-22-24, 10:15 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 5,644
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

Tough to build a business case around items...

Tough to build a business case around items people can now get for free.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-22-24, 02:28 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 2,946
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

Bike Forums, allowing old men to yell at clouds...

Bike Forums, allowing old men to yell at clouds for almost a quarter of a century!
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