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01-26-24, 09:22 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 820
Posted By rbrides

Yes, a second set of wheels would be best. I...

Yes, a second set of wheels would be best. I should add that, the tire change-over happens 3 or 4 times a year. So not REAL frequent. But, are tires manufactured with the expectation of mounting...
01-26-24, 09:15 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 820
Posted By rbrides

I use a standard tire lever to initially get the...

I use a standard tire lever to initially get the bead over the rim, then remove by hand. I can always get them on by hand.
01-26-24, 06:34 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 820
Posted By rbrides

Mounting & removed tires too much?

Does frequently mounting and removing tires “stretch” them or otherwise damage them?

for my gravel bike I have one set of rims and two sets of tires, one with a much more aggressive tread pattern,...
11-17-23, 10:52 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 529
Posted By rbrides

Although your post is more than a year old, what...

Although your post is more than a year old, what was your final resolution? Or what did you eventually do? I have this same problem and don't want to throw out two gravel tires that the TWI show...
11-17-23, 10:35 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 590
Posted By rbrides

I use an air compressor with a presta valve air...

I use an air compressor with a presta valve air guage attachment.
11-16-23, 01:05 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 590
Posted By rbrides

Tubes on Gravel bikes??

Is anyone still riding with tubes on their gravel bike? Since jumping into gravel riding and bikepacking several years ago, I've ridden only tubeless. However, I thought it would be a good thing to...
10-19-23, 09:44 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 924
Posted By rbrides

OK, thank you all for taking the time to provide...

OK, thank you all for taking the time to provide your input. Very valuable. Although I am rather frugal, the cost to buy winter times does not seem economically advantageous over riding my existing...
10-18-23, 08:53 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 924
Posted By rbrides

hahahahaha

hahahahaha
10-18-23, 06:50 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 924
Posted By rbrides

Winter tires; yes or no?

How many of my esteemed colleagues change to winter tires on their road bikes? What about gravel bikes? I’m 100% tubeless on all my bikes. I’m uncertain if the cost of the second set of rubber is...
Forum: Touring
08-22-23, 07:17 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,289
Posted By rbrides

Great info folks! I appreciate you sharing your...

Great info folks! I appreciate you sharing your real-world experiences. I've been bikepacking with SPDs for several years now and, on my most recent trip, I had a fall that hurt like hell! I...
Forum: Touring
08-21-23, 09:34 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,289
Posted By rbrides

Bikepackers: flat pedals or SPD clips?

If you have experience doing multi-day bikepacking trips with flat pedals, and also some with SPD (or any clips, frankly), and can share your first-hand experience and comparison of the pros/cons of...
07-24-23, 12:52 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,547
Posted By rbrides

I will answer you question again later this week...

I will answer you question again later this week after my iPhone 14 arrives and I get out beyond cell service range.
07-18-23, 01:05 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,547
Posted By rbrides

It pays to re-read things sometimes. I did not...

It pays to re-read things sometimes. I did not notice this statement earlier. I just read Apple's iPhone 14 description and it seems great. Although my initially stated need was for a wrist-phone...
07-17-23, 08:52 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,547
Posted By rbrides

I bought The Motorola Defy (Satellite Link) on...

I bought The Motorola Defy (Satellite Link) on Saturday and returned it on Sunday. Very poor in so many ways. Would not stay bluetooth connected to my iphone, would not retain my med/health info...
07-17-23, 08:30 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,547
Posted By rbrides

Haha!

Haha!
07-13-23, 12:54 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,547
Posted By rbrides

I didn't notice in the product description that...

I didn't notice in the product description that it would send a variety of (pre-created) messages without the phone. That is a real positive for me, thanks.
07-12-23, 06:29 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,547
Posted By rbrides

Thanks all for your time and energy to respond...

Thanks all for your time and energy to respond and contribute. The ultimate for me would be the convience of a wrist-wearable phone with 5-7 day battery life. As has been stated already, that does...
07-10-23, 01:35 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,547
Posted By rbrides

Alternative to Apple Watch?

I like riding with my Apple Watch because I can make phone calls with it in emergencies or when necessary and I don't have to carry my iPhone. Battery life is too short for Multiday bikepacking...
06-28-23, 07:36 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,183
Posted By rbrides

Yes, the good quality long sleeve fishing shirts...

Yes, the good quality long sleeve fishing shirts work very well for most outdoor activities but mine are too loose fitting for road cycling. I have two from Columbia Outerwear and hiked for three...
06-28-23, 07:30 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,183
Posted By rbrides

Thats the quote of the day! indeed, I too...

Thats the quote of the day! indeed, I too recently had spots removed so avoiding the S-C is the goal. But it is very humid in my part of NC and really good sun screen might have to do during these...
06-27-23, 08:28 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,183
Posted By rbrides

Sun Sleeves?

Who uses sun sleeves consistently? I have just ridden while wearing a pair a few times in the past week on late morning/early afternoon group rides, temps were 83-89 degrees F. I beleive they...
06-13-23, 08:50 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 373
Posted By rbrides

Thanks to all who provided helpful input. I...

Thanks to all who provided helpful input. I eventually found original ultegra r8000 50/34 for sale. All good.
06-12-23, 03:30 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 373
Posted By rbrides

thanks.

thanks.
06-12-23, 03:30 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 373
Posted By rbrides

ultegra 8100.

ultegra 8100.
06-11-23, 05:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 373
Posted By rbrides

Chain ring compatibility with Ultegra?

I can not find Shimano Ultegra 50/34 chainrings. What other brands of chainrings will fit Ultegra cranks?
06-06-23, 11:38 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,554
Posted By rbrides

What brand & model alignment tool do you guys...

What brand & model alignment tool do you guys recommend?
06-06-23, 09:48 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,554
Posted By rbrides

Assessing bent derailleur hanger?

visually, my hanger appear very slightly bent. I am considering removing it and testing with a straight edge but then I wondered;

1. are hangers always manufactured perfectly straight?
2. is...
Forum: Touring
05-30-23, 07:56 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,041
Posted By rbrides

Thanks all for sharing your practical advice. ...

Thanks all for sharing your practical advice. Tried and true.
Forum: Touring
05-28-23, 04:59 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,041
Posted By rbrides

Chamois for bike packing?

What style chamois do most bike packers and touring folks use?

Bibs road bike?
MTB shorts?
something else?

6 to 8 hours in the saddle for 4 or 5 days might call for something special.
05-15-23, 05:07 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,335
Posted By rbrides

Fitting a bike that may be too large?

All my bikes are 52cm, recommended by pro bike fitter and Trek’s in-store bike fitting camera/device.

I am looking for a bike to permanently mount to my indoor smart trainer and have found a 54cm...
05-05-23, 06:26 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,385
Posted By rbrides

Interesting. A friend said pulling up on the...

Interesting. A friend said pulling up on the Opposite side of the downstroke. Referenced crosss country skiing.
05-05-23, 06:20 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,385
Posted By rbrides

I love practical advice. This is excellent...

I love practical advice. This is excellent input. Thanks for those two pointers.
05-03-23, 11:32 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,385
Posted By rbrides

Optimized posture for pedaling while standing

I have reviewed a few books and online postings and now seeking input from Bike Forums on finding an optimal standing posture on a road bike. Although I am not racing, I ride mostly on friendly yet...
05-01-23, 09:22 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,694
Posted By rbrides

HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA! Very nice! :lol:

HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA! Very nice!
:lol:
04-27-23, 07:35 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,694
Posted By rbrides

Yes, I use the Wahoo Kickr.

Yes, I use the Wahoo Kickr.
04-26-23, 06:51 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,694
Posted By rbrides

I just completed Wahoo Systm's 4DP FTP test. The...

I just completed Wahoo Systm's 4DP FTP test. The results are just slightly lower than what I currently had for my cTHR and HR zones. My summation is; since I am only looking for fitness and...
04-25-23, 10:43 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,694
Posted By rbrides

I also had a Wahoo Systm account for a year+ and...

I also had a Wahoo Systm account for a year+ and their 4D annalysis was very detailed but, again, provided different zones that Zwift and Strava. Three different plateforms and three different zone...
04-25-23, 10:30 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,694
Posted By rbrides

I use a Scoche HR monitor and have been tracking,...

I use a Scoche HR monitor and have been tracking, recording and saving my max and my zones for a few years. So knowing my current max HR, is there a formula for setting zone 1, 2, 3, 4 5 that is...
04-24-23, 08:32 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,694
Posted By rbrides

Most accurate way to set Heart rate zones?

Zwift and Strava have always provided different heartrate zones for me. I know of a different tool or technology to measure HR.

What is the most accurate way to set HR zones?
03-14-23, 05:26 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,628
Posted By rbrides

I considered this. But it occurs uniquely during...

I considered this. But it occurs uniquely during rides when I’m consuming so much extra to avoid dehydration.
03-13-23, 12:13 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,628
Posted By rbrides

Thanks for sharing your personal habits. Good...

Thanks for sharing your personal habits. Good info.
03-13-23, 10:45 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,628
Posted By rbrides

Excessive hydration

When I follow the common suggestion to drink a bottle per hour while cycling, I have to urinate multiple times during my typical 3 to 5 hour rides. Obviously the human body sweats more in higher...
02-20-23, 11:25 AM
Replies: 180
Views: 10,894
Posted By rbrides

Yes; at post #5.

Yes; at post #5.
02-08-23, 02:18 PM
Replies: 180
Views: 10,894
Posted By rbrides

Perhaps I've not seem accomplished as simply as...

Perhaps I've not seem accomplished as simply as you describe.
02-08-23, 02:14 PM
Replies: 180
Views: 10,894
Posted By rbrides

Nice! That's nearly Ben Franklin-like!

Nice! That's nearly Ben Franklin-like!
02-07-23, 07:57 AM
Replies: 180
Views: 10,894
Posted By rbrides

Is chain waxing worth the time and expense?

While I am very diligent and meticulous at cleaning and maintaining my bike I lubricate my chain with the traditional squirt bottle. I have seen the waxing and hot-wax discussions but is seems like...
Forum: Touring
12-30-22, 06:05 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,367
Posted By rbrides

Thanks all for the input. grist for the...

Thanks all for the input.

grist for the mill as I prepare for some more adventuresome BP trips in ‘23.
Forum: Touring
12-30-22, 06:00 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,367
Posted By rbrides

And, I’m definitely not racing. (Like many whose...

And, I’m definitely not racing. (Like many whose rigs are pictured in BPDC’s feature). An enjoyable week in the wilderness is all I’m after. Hard tail or full suspension both have their +/-
...
12-30-22, 05:42 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,272
Posted By rbrides

thanks, Polaris OBark. I’m a member of the...

thanks, Polaris OBark. I’m a member of the bikepacking collective with BPDC. I like their reviews a great deal and wanted an additional “front line” perspective from the respected bike forum members,...
12-28-22, 02:33 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,272
Posted By rbrides

Suggested Mountain bike for bikepacking?

I do all my bikepacking on a gravel bike. To get further afield I am considering buying a mountain bike to tackle the tougher, more technical terrain.

anyone in this MTB forum have experience...
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