Bike Forums

Go Back  Bike Forums > Search Forums
Reload this Page >

Search Results

Register
FAQ
Calendar
Today's Posts
Search
Vendor Directory
Notices
 
Page 1 of 20
1
2
3
11
Last »
Search: Posts Made By: imi
Showing results 1 to 50 of 1000
Search took 0.71 seconds.
Forum: Touring
06-08-24, 08:48 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 314
Posted By imi

Flip-tops typically have a little notch for your...

Flip-tops typically have a little notch for your finger. If that caught on something while putting it in a bag, there would be more than enough force to open it. I’ll stick to screw tops.

Could be...
Forum: Touring
06-08-24, 08:34 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 314
Posted By imi

I’ve had one of the 0,5 L ones for ages but only...

I’ve had one of the 0,5 L ones for ages but only use it when I’m out in the woods overnight at home.

Never took it on tour though.Quality is top-notch as one would expect, but ”heavy” compared to...
Forum: Touring
06-08-24, 07:43 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 314
Posted By imi

I checked out the Vargo bottle...

I checked out the Vargo bottle (https://vargooutdoors.com/products/alcohol-fuel-bottle). It has a flip top, which is a no-no for me. Hand on heart, shampoo bottle anybody? ;)
Forum: Touring
06-08-24, 07:34 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 314
Posted By imi

I’ve never had anyone randomly drinking out of...

I’ve never had anyone randomly drinking out of one of my bottles, but hey maybe people do.
But if so, I’m not sure a metal bottle that looks like a nice coffee thermos is going to help.

Homeless...
Forum: Touring
06-07-24, 12:09 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 314
Posted By imi

I use 50cl PET soda bottles. Works fine. It sits...

I use 50cl PET soda bottles. Works fine. It sits snug in a small Topeak adjustable bottle cage (same as the one the blue bottle is in)

Maybe worth putting a skull ‘n crossbones sticker on if...
Forum: Touring
06-06-24, 03:35 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 196
Posted By imi

Read everything pertinent to baggage and sports...

Read everything pertinent to baggage and sports baggage on the airline’s website.
Check if your flight is code-shared and what rules apply.
Then adhere to all those rules meticulously!

Times...
Forum: Touring
06-01-24, 01:56 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 587
Posted By imi

I am beginning to plan a trip to Japan next...

I am beginning to plan a trip to Japan next summer, probably mostly in the north.

The nature, careful cars, camping and wild camping, onsens, and not least, respect for the elderly :50: that I...
Forum: Touring
05-31-24, 02:15 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 19,143
Posted By imi

:lol: I like that! :50:

:lol: I like that! :50:
Forum: Touring
05-30-24, 11:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 289
Posted By imi

’Ere ya go mate ...

’Ere ya go mate

https://www.cyclinguk.org/ride/touring-and-expedition
Forum: Touring
05-30-24, 10:36 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 655
Posted By imi

From National Geographic: ”Polar Deserts ...

From National Geographic:
”Polar Deserts
Parts of the Arctic and the Antarctic are classified as deserts. These polar deserts contain great quantities of water, but most of it is locked in glaciers...
Forum: Touring
05-29-24, 11:21 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 655
Posted By imi

Haha! Yeah :) For my part, the experience of...

Haha! Yeah :) For my part, the experience of atypical summers in mediterranean Europe the last few years has me preparing for the worst: heatwaves 40 C plus or multiday storms and torrential...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-29-24, 04:33 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 550
Posted By imi

OP here. I’m satisfied, Thanks everyone. It was...

OP here. I’m satisfied, Thanks everyone. It was but a curiousity.

Now back to your 2x4’s!
Forum: Touring
05-29-24, 12:19 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 655
Posted By imi

Good advice. Last summer in France and Spain when...

Good advice. Last summer in France and Spain when temperatures reached over 40 C, I got up at first light (5 am-ish), packed up as quick as possible and got in as many km’s as possible before the day...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-27-24, 01:28 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 550
Posted By imi

Thanks! This clears things up

Thanks! This clears things up
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-27-24, 12:57 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 550
Posted By imi

Thanks FB. I understand this, but the discrepancy...

Thanks FB. I understand this, but the discrepancy is not in real world measurements, but in the sizing system itself. I can see no reason why 37-622 should not correspond to 700 x 37c, but this size...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-27-24, 12:45 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 550
Posted By imi

700 x 35c = ETRTO ??

Hi, I asked this in the touring forum where I usually hang out, but got no answer. Maybe you guys can help?

My new 37mm tires (Continental Contact 37-622) are also marked with the french sizing...
Forum: Touring
05-25-24, 07:45 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 746
Posted By imi

Good grief! Thanks for the info Mev 👍 Fortunately...

Good grief! Thanks for the info Mev 👍 Fortunately that part of the world is not -and now never will be - on my bucket list 😬

Awesome photo!
Forum: Touring
05-25-24, 05:10 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 746
Posted By imi

Mev: Where is this? Just so I know to NEVER go...

Mev: Where is this? Just so I know to NEVER go there! 😬
Forum: Touring
05-25-24, 03:30 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 746
Posted By imi

Nothing wrong with having two tents (if you can...

Nothing wrong with having two tents (if you can afford it). Then if someone wants to come along, or you’re expecting stormy weather, then you’re all set.

At the moment I have a 1-man, 1.5 man...
Forum: Touring
05-23-24, 04:41 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 834
Posted By imi

Get up earlier than normal. Ride one (whichever...

Get up earlier than normal. Ride one (whichever one) of the routes. If you didn’t enjoy it, ride back and take the other route.
Forum: Touring
05-23-24, 02:28 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 314
Posted By imi

This last week has been unusually hot in Northern...

This last week has been unusually hot in Northern Europe. I’m in Greece but it’s been hotter back home in Sweden!
Forum: Touring
05-23-24, 12:43 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,346
Posted By imi

No, but not primarily because of the weight, but...

No, but not primarily because of the weight, but typically at the end of the day, when I normally read, I am so knackered from riding all day, that I’m happy if I can make food before heading off to...
Forum: Touring
05-21-24, 08:47 AM
Replies: 153
Views: 12,070
Posted By imi

I never rode 19mm. 23/25 was roadie size, then...

I never rode 19mm. 23/25 was roadie size, then 28/32 for touring. The only 35mm tires I have are Schwalbe spiky ones for snow and ice. I barely think of that as ”riding”… it’s more ”getting where I...
Forum: Touring
05-21-24, 03:42 AM
Replies: 153
Views: 12,070
Posted By imi

I guess when everything had to be as light and...

I guess when everything had to be as light and fast as possible, narrow rims that can’t seat wider tires was the norm. So why design frames with more clearance.

Then came MTB’s and 130, 135mm hubs...
Forum: Touring
05-18-24, 03:32 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 894
Posted By imi

I can’t imagine trying to keep a fixed cadence. I...

I can’t imagine trying to keep a fixed cadence. I have no idea how fast or slow I pedal, but my legs tell me constantly when to change gear, push it, coast, stand up and mash, stop and take a break,...
Forum: Touring
05-16-24, 07:22 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 515
Posted By imi

Thanks. They should be here in the next few days....

Thanks. They should be here in the next few days. I’ll get them fitted and will report back
Forum: Touring
05-15-24, 12:41 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,618
Posted By imi

Thanks for all the awesome replies about wheel...

Thanks for all the awesome replies about wheel building.
Like many things,I find, until I’ve started it’s a mystery
Forum: Touring
05-15-24, 03:10 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,968
Posted By imi

I found it amusing too...

I found it amusing too https://www.bikeforums.net/images/smilies/smile.gif
Forum: Touring
05-15-24, 02:53 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 468
Posted By imi

I find the stress of going through tunnels...

I find the stress of going through tunnels without bikepath or sidewalk to be directly related to their length and visibility.
I only have a small rear light when touring as I seldom ride after...
Forum: Touring
05-15-24, 02:43 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,618
Posted By imi

About how long/how many wheels does it take until...

About how long/how many wheels does it take until one may feel confident in building wheels?
Forum: Touring
05-10-24, 03:33 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 360
Posted By imi

Gah! 😡 Flying from New Zealand to Hat Yai in...

Gah! 😡

Flying from New Zealand to Hat Yai in southern Thailand, my bike got there, my other bag ended up in Dublin 🧐 It got sorted within 24 hours, but I went back to the airport rather than have...
Forum: Touring
05-09-24, 09:34 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 409
Posted By imi

I definitely agree. (Effective) Top-Tube length...

I definitely agree. (Effective) Top-Tube length is paramount to comfort.
Forum: Touring
05-09-24, 04:57 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,835
Posted By imi

I’ll keep that in the...

I’ll keep that in the good-to-know-but-hopefully-never-need drawer in my head 👍
Forum: Touring
05-08-24, 01:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 515
Posted By imi

Thanks Indyfabz. I eyeballed the clearance and am...

Thanks Indyfabz. I eyeballed the clearance and am now confident that 37’s will work.
I actually went ahead and ordered the regular Contacts 37mm as there was a fantastic deal on them. I’ve had 32mm...
Forum: Touring
05-08-24, 04:46 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 515
Posted By imi

Conti Top CONTACT II or… ?

Hi, I’m currently on a greek island and will be staying here for another two months, writing.
My bike, Bianchi Volpe, has Gator Hardshells 32 mm, my standard touring tires for decades.

However,...
Forum: Touring
05-07-24, 11:17 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,408
Posted By imi

I opened this thread as I sat down to my standard...

I opened this thread as I sat down to my standard evening meal at a campsite in Greece.
Beans and rice… I could, and do, live on them for months on end. Not for the gourmet folk maybe 🤔

edited...
Forum: Touring
05-07-24, 10:15 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,618
Posted By imi

I buy rims and hubs from german online stores...

I buy rims and hubs from german online stores (Bike24 & Rose), then my local bike mechanic gets the right spokes and builds the wheels. We’ve known each other for over twenty years, and he’s fine...
Forum: Touring
05-07-24, 04:19 AM
Replies: 2,114
Views: 432,750
Posted By imi

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_2354_ad159ceb6531e3a22ab03050b5dfbe65a5f7d95c.jpeg
Campsite on Kea, a magical peaceful island not far from the greek mainland....
Forum: Touring
05-07-24, 04:15 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 314
Posted By imi

April is early, in northern Europe, May can be...

April is early, in northern Europe, May can be either wonderful or rainy. Some years, the last two weeks of May have been wonderful, other years not so much.
I use wundergrounds history to check on...
Forum: Touring
05-06-24, 01:26 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,835
Posted By imi

Yes, I remember too! Awesome spark plug hack! :D ...

Yes, I remember too! Awesome spark plug hack! :D
Is there anything comparable in the auto world for a left pedal?
Forum: Touring
05-06-24, 06:28 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,835
Posted By imi

I think we’re getting into the realm of...

I think we’re getting into the realm of experience. For example, a long time ago, I didn’t carry a cassette tool. Didn’t know how to use it. Then I learned, and thought, I’ll bring one, just in case…...
Forum: Touring
05-06-24, 05:32 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,835
Posted By imi

Taking into account where and when I’m touring, I...

Taking into account where and when I’m touring, I like to prepare for the worst, but hope for the best.
So yeah, I’ve got some gear I hope I’ll never use, but will be glad I’ve got if and when it’s...
Forum: Touring
05-04-24, 01:10 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,835
Posted By imi

I love this! My bags are always packed. When I...

I love this!
My bags are always packed. When I get back from a tour, I’ll repair/replace anything that needs it, wash everything and pack. Yan’s method would work for me too :)
Forum: Touring
05-03-24, 12:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 428
Posted By imi

The Costa Brava from Barcelona to Lloret de Mar...

The Costa Brava from Barcelona to Lloret de Mar is heavily built up and very densely trafficked. After that, the coast road is scenic.

From Barcelona airport all the way to Vic you can get the...
Forum: Touring
04-26-24, 07:56 AM
Replies: 153
Views: 12,070
Posted By imi

The only time I think about aerodynamics is when...

The only time I think about aerodynamics is when riding on the drops in strong headwinds. Makes quite a difference.
Forum: Touring
04-23-24, 02:45 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,280
Posted By imi

Awesome post! 👏

Awesome post! 👏
Forum: Touring
04-19-24, 10:10 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 765
Posted By imi

I can highly recommend Bike24 and Rose in...

I can highly recommend Bike24 and Rose in Germany.
As I live in the EU, the UK’s Chain Reaction Cycles is no longer viable thanks to Brexit.
Forum: Touring
04-11-24, 02:22 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,894
Posted By imi

Just speaking for myself, many mornings my body...

Just speaking for myself, many mornings my body is telling me I need a rest day, but if I start riding that feeling goes away. So basically I don’t ”need” rest days, but sometimes, I’ll take one...
Forum: Touring
04-10-24, 02:20 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,567
Posted By imi

I was fortunate to have been able to buy my...

I was fortunate to have been able to buy my Hilleberg Soulu for less than half price thanks to personal contacts here in Sweden. It was still way more than I would have paid for a tent otherwise. The...
Forum: Touring
04-09-24, 05:44 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,489
Posted By imi

I think this could be a big factor. I‘m...

I think this could be a big factor. I‘m diametrically opposite, needing a lot of insulation not to be cold at night. I don‘t noticeably sweat unless it‘s really hot at night.
I think people‘s sleep...
Showing results 1 to 50 of 1000
 
Page 1 of 20
1
2
3
11
Last »


 
Forum Jump

Contact Us - Archive - Advertising - Cookie Policy - Privacy Statement - Terms of Service -

Copyright © 2024 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Use of this site indicates your consent to the Terms of Use.