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Forum: Electric Bikes
09-19-24, 11:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 264
Posted By MarcusT

I would suggest renting an eMTB before spending...

I would suggest renting an eMTB before spending that amount of cash. A week end rental might convince you the money is worth it, or not.
Many bike shops will waive the rental fee if you end up...
Forum: Touring
09-18-24, 11:02 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 355
Posted By MarcusT

I have been tubeless on my MTB for 6 yrs and have...

I have been tubeless on my MTB for 6 yrs and have yet to have a flat (prior to tubeless I had a flat on almost every outing). A good set up with a good sealant (renewed yearly), the only flats you...
Forum: Touring
09-17-24, 06:55 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 355
Posted By MarcusT

Unfortunately if the rim and tire are "tubeless...

Unfortunately if the rim and tire are "tubeless ready", then it will forever be a herculean job to remove the tire.
I have not tried these yet but several people have said they work for easier tire...
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-17-24, 06:37 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 235
Posted By MarcusT

As long as you don't cause damage or do dumb...

As long as you don't cause damage or do dumb things. the forgiveness vs permission scene should work
For example, on a benefit overnight ride, it was raining all day, when the group of 50 or so...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-17-24, 06:32 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 1,944
Posted By MarcusT

As long as we're talking about dangerous...

As long as we're talking about dangerous components. At 12 yrs old, my brake lever cut a deep gouge in my arm and 48 yrs later the scar is still visible.
Down with brake levers!!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-13-24, 10:45 PM
Replies: 125
Views: 3,869
Posted By MarcusT

If you don't feel you're missing something then...

If you don't feel you're missing something then you're not. Ride what feels best for you and don't look back. This is one of those, plant your flag threads
Forum: Touring
09-11-24, 11:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 521
Posted By MarcusT

Mounted Deore 22-32-44 on my LHT and am quite...

Mounted Deore 22-32-44 on my LHT and am quite happy.
Forum: Touring
09-10-24, 11:15 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,820
Posted By MarcusT

Tourism has taken off. Before the pandemic I...

Tourism has taken off. Before the pandemic I could visit tourist areas in the off season and they would seem like any other city. Now, there is no low season. The tourist places are crowded year...
Forum: Fatbikes
09-10-24, 11:00 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 477
Posted By MarcusT

Seems that you're have had more challenges in...

Seems that you're have had more challenges in your life than most.
I bought my fat bike at 53 yrs and the first several rides had me smile like a kid on his first bike, but that's neither here nor...
Forum: Fatbikes
08-28-24, 10:10 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 735
Posted By MarcusT

Can't really blame him/her. There are some forums...

Can't really blame him/her. There are some forums where members are down right nasty. Even here, but lately, it seems to have lightened up.
Forum: Fatbikes
08-22-24, 10:00 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 735
Posted By MarcusT

Not sure where that is coming from. I was sincere...

Not sure where that is coming from. I was sincere and not snobbing it. I was serious that a few 15 min videos will give you more info than a few comments.
It's a shame
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-21-24, 10:09 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 659
Posted By MarcusT

The saddle is comfortable for the first 15 mins...

The saddle is comfortable for the first 15 mins of riding. After that you'll feel the rest of the bike
Forum: Fatbikes
08-19-24, 10:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 735
Posted By MarcusT

You'll have some varied responses here but most...

You'll have some varied responses here but most don't have the time nor patience for the whole spiel. There are a number of YT videos on the virtues of fat bikes. I suggest scouring them to get a...
Forum: Fatbikes
08-12-24, 10:12 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,113
Posted By MarcusT

This reminds me of a post years ago where someone...

This reminds me of a post years ago where someone raced with his fat bike and had done a video of the course. It was dry hard pack and he mentioned running 8 PSI. I suggested that for dry hard pack,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-08-24, 10:20 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 4,020
Posted By MarcusT

Ah, yes. the time and effort saved by not using...

Ah, yes. the time and effort saved by not using caps. The wattage savings and efficiency are mind boggling.
I, instead am an avid presta cap fiend. In fact, I hover popular biking routes and when I...
Forum: Electric Bikes
08-01-24, 10:21 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,938
Posted By MarcusT

Yes, and that was right about the time they...

Yes, and that was right about the time they switched their manufacturing from S. Korea to China
Forum: Electric Bikes
07-31-24, 10:09 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,938
Posted By MarcusT

We don't know if the battery had an impact, or it...

We don't know if the battery had an impact, or it was a home re-celling. I'm not saying batteries don't pose a risk, but you get what you pay for. Your risk is higher with the cheap chinese junk. If...
Forum: Electric Bikes
07-30-24, 10:24 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,938
Posted By MarcusT

I guess your not familiar with the Ford Pinto,...

I guess your not familiar with the Ford Pinto, Chevy Malibu.
Forum: Electric Bikes
07-28-24, 09:55 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,938
Posted By MarcusT

IO've seen dozens of cars explode. Do you not own...

IO've seen dozens of cars explode. Do you not own a car as well?
Forum: Touring
07-18-24, 10:33 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,200
Posted By MarcusT

The age of the bike is not a major factor....

The age of the bike is not a major factor. Increased gearing is about the only feature that newer bikes may offer.
As long as the bike is comfortable and reliable; tour away
Forum: Electric Bikes
07-16-24, 10:28 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,321
Posted By MarcusT

I've seen many examples of why strict ebike laws...

I've seen many examples of why strict ebike laws are passed in N. America. Many ebike users are people who either lost or cannot obtain a driver's license or an auto.
They buy the throttle motorbike...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-16-24, 10:14 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 629
Posted By MarcusT

A classic. A good winter project. Make it into a...

A classic. A good winter project. Make it into a commuter or even a tourer
Forum: Electric Bikes
07-15-24, 10:07 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 373
Posted By MarcusT

Not servicing bikes they did not sell seems like...

Not servicing bikes they did not sell seems like a recipe for failure
Forum: Touring
07-14-24, 10:25 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,252
Posted By MarcusT

I had a 22X32 setup and found it not low enough...

I had a 22X32 setup and found it not low enough for very steep climbs. If you can try, to get a 34 or even 36 rear
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-14-24, 10:20 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 3,296
Posted By MarcusT

For a wide flat pedal (>12cm), sole stiffness is...

For a wide flat pedal (>12cm), sole stiffness is less of a factor. As opposed to a clipless or a clipped road shoe which has a very small area of contact with the pedal.
The five tens which many...
Forum: Electric Bikes
06-10-24, 10:04 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,217
Posted By MarcusT

Tire pressure is also a consideration. My off...

Tire pressure is also a consideration. My off road tires go about 25-28 psi. For the Race Kings, I will do about 40-45 psi
Forum: Electric Bikes
06-09-24, 10:10 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,217
Posted By MarcusT

My ebike came with 2.6" MTB tires for off road...

My ebike came with 2.6" MTB tires for off road riding, but I purchased a 2nd set of wheels and mounted 2.2 Conti RaceKings for blacktop and gravel routes. There is def a difference in battery savings...
Forum: Fatbikes
05-26-24, 11:34 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,346
Posted By MarcusT

I have never had a press fit, but I've known a...

I have never had a press fit, but I've known a few riders who despised them because they believed anytime they rode through deep water they needed to clean and re-grease the BB. Between special tools...
Forum: Touring
05-22-24, 10:07 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,295
Posted By MarcusT

Scenery is as important as the ride. 120 m...

Scenery is as important as the ride. 120 m moderate climb is not that bad. Even in lowest gear can be done in about 10-15 mins. Give me hills.
With a trailer? Depends how you've been going until now
Forum: Touring
05-20-24, 10:24 PM
Replies: 153
Views: 16,256
Posted By MarcusT

Really nit picking the history here. Not sure...

Really nit picking the history here. Not sure what the goal is. Between marketing hype and the desire for new toys, gravel bikes have taken off. Which is fine, it opens a niche where people were...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-16-24, 09:57 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,566
Posted By MarcusT

My first tool kit was like the one pictured...

My first tool kit was like the one pictured above. For the most part the tools worked fine, and when a tool wore out or was not sufficient, I purchased a higher quality replacement.
It will also...
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-13-24, 10:00 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,153
Posted By MarcusT

4 grand for a good quality ebike is a bargain....

4 grand for a good quality ebike is a bargain. you're looking for carbon and want to spend less?
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-13-24, 09:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 623
Posted By MarcusT

Will the dual system work with previous models? ...

Will the dual system work with previous models?
Knowing Bosch, probably not
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-07-24, 10:32 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,284
Posted By MarcusT

Yup, tire clearance. I had 28s on my Trek road...

Yup, tire clearance. I had 28s on my Trek road bike, attempted gravel and...no. 32s did not fit. IMO, anything less than 32 on gravel is "challenging".
What's with all these drop bar fanatics? If...
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-05-24, 10:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,043
Posted By MarcusT

It's not the bike brand that is the issue, it is...

It's not the bike brand that is the issue, it is the brand of motor.
Bosch, Shimano, and maybe Yamaha are the big boys on the block and even though Bosch has changed their motor mounts and battery...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-24, 08:49 AM
Replies: 159
Views: 8,848
Posted By MarcusT

And that's where my boomer logic comes in. As...

And that's where my boomer logic comes in.
As teenagers if our parents asked us where we were going and with who, we would say; just around, with friends.
But today, not only do people say where...
Forum: Touring
05-02-24, 10:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 556
Posted By MarcusT

Doable with a super granny gear and very good...

Doable with a super granny gear and very good brakes for the descent. You can use google street to see if there are any hard ascents by looking at road signs. Looks like an incredible route.
Best of...
Forum: Fatbikes
05-02-24, 10:09 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,176
Posted By MarcusT

The roots and rocks are mere annoyances for 4+...

The roots and rocks are mere annoyances for 4+ tires.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-02-24, 10:06 PM
Replies: 159
Views: 8,848
Posted By MarcusT

Why do some people people get so worked up about...

Why do some people people get so worked up about other people knowing where they are?
Forum: Touring
05-01-24, 10:07 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,860
Posted By MarcusT

Both are valid bikes. I would say the biggest...

Both are valid bikes. I would say the biggest factor is comfort and fit
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-28-24, 09:56 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 943
Posted By MarcusT

Hose and a wipe down has served me well for years.

Hose and a wipe down has served me well for years.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-23-24, 09:59 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,500
Posted By MarcusT

They do not get lost. They know exactly where...

They do not get lost. They know exactly where they are going. They bounce deliberately and end up in a nook or cranny where they know they will stay well hidden. A few even made it to the floor drain...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-15-24, 10:01 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,078
Posted By MarcusT

As usual, once the reply count goes past 10, the...

As usual, once the reply count goes past 10, the snarky comments start. :foo:

I remember a discussion here years back about Cabela's fat bikes
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-12-24, 10:51 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 672
Posted By MarcusT

I resolved the rim width issue by purchasing some...

I resolved the rim width issue by purchasing some 25mm wheels
Also remember if you have disc brakes, you can even put on 27.5" wheels if the hubs are compatible
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-11-24, 11:21 PM
Replies: 225
Views: 15,954
Posted By MarcusT

If a person boycotted every corp that cheated,...

If a person boycotted every corp that cheated, their house would be empty
And their garage
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-03-24, 10:41 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,289
Posted By MarcusT

Yes, It's been a while since I lived there, but...

Yes, It's been a while since I lived there, but at one time, once one went past 14 mile, it was farm country, now I believe it goes to 22 mile
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-03-24, 10:07 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,289
Posted By MarcusT

When you say Detroit, I do not believe you're...

When you say Detroit, I do not believe you're talking Detroit city but rather one of the suburbs. In the city proper, they are trying to make it bike friendly but it is slow going,. In the outer...
Forum: Touring
03-30-24, 10:36 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,968
Posted By MarcusT

Flats for 2 reasons, after hours of riding it's...

Flats for 2 reasons, after hours of riding it's nice to move your foot around on the pedal and change the pressure points. Second, I can wear any footwear I want, even flip flops.
My standard shoe...
Forum: Fatbikes
03-27-24, 11:23 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,176
Posted By MarcusT

You should check out the videos from Foresty...

You should check out the videos from Foresty Forest. He solo tours quite a bit on a fatty
Videos from 4 or more years ago. Lately, he's been doing local stuff
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-27-24, 11:19 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,712
Posted By MarcusT

I've never tried a pro fit, but have viewed...

I've never tried a pro fit, but have viewed numerous videos on bike fit. Some helped, most did not. I found tweaking everything after the first several rides from saddle height/lateral position,...
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