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Forum: Touring
04-12-24, 01:04 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,287
Posted By roadfix

I use clipless mostly on trips that are on...

I use clipless mostly on trips that are on pavement, and platforms on all off road trips because I’m constantly on and off the bike due to the terrain.
Forum: Touring
04-12-24, 10:58 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 646
Posted By roadfix

So far, on my rigid fork, I like the Salsa...

So far, on my rigid fork, I like the Salsa Anything cradle, for the main reason that I can strap any cylindrical dry bag or oversized water bottles. I use a pair of Sea to Summit 4liter dry bags with...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-07-24, 11:48 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,375
Posted By roadfix

You will experience absolutely nothing, as I...

You will experience absolutely nothing, as I would, here in LA with about 50% partial eclipse.
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-04-24, 09:45 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 593
Posted By roadfix

At 69, I got my e-bike primarily for overnight...

At 69, I got my e-bike primarily for overnight bikepacking on local mountain off road trails which often involves long steep climbs.
For all other types of rides where I don’t need pedal assist I...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-03-24, 11:38 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 297
Posted By roadfix

This is my old Jandd frame bag (still available...

This is my old Jandd frame bag (still available on the “outdated” Jandd website). Just about perfect for small triangles and fat tubes.
...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-02-24, 08:58 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 297
Posted By roadfix

None of the several full frame bags I tried...

None of the several full frame bags I tried fitting on my e-bike worked so I went back to my old, Jandd partial frame bag I’ve owned for several years and it’s just about perfect, fit-wise. It has...
Forum: Electric Bikes
03-30-24, 09:41 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 265
Posted By roadfix

As long as you’re not running a 12 speed chain...

As long as you’re not running a 12 speed chain you should be fine, although I would choose steel over alloy.
I’ve purchased generic 12-sp narrow wide rings in the past and some did not work with...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-29-24, 08:07 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 509
Posted By roadfix

None of the essential tools I carry on my rides...

None of the essential tools I carry on my rides could have helped this kid.
BUT, if I were riding my fixed gear I certainly would have been able to help the kid. I always carry a 15mm wrench.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-27-24, 02:47 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 560
Posted By roadfix

Flip your wheel. If it offsets to the opposite...

Flip your wheel. If it offsets to the opposite side your wheel wasn’t dished (centered) during the truing process.
If it is offsetting to the same side, then it’s your fork.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-27-24, 01:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 189
Posted By roadfix

Awesome, thank you! So the crown race I pulled...

Awesome, thank you!
So the crown race I pulled out of this fork should press fit most any 1.5” steerer …. .?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-27-24, 12:57 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 189
Posted By roadfix

Help with tapered steerer tube

First time dealing with a tapered steerer tube so please bear with me.
I want to swap out my crappy Suntour suspension fork for a rigid, suspension corrected mtb fork with a tapered steerer which I...
Forum: Electric Bikes
03-25-24, 10:04 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 599
Posted By roadfix

The Vado chainring already comes with a chain...

The Vado chainring already comes with a chain guard. Are you looking for a separate chain guide or stopper to keep the chain from derailing?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-23-24, 06:26 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,067
Posted By roadfix

69 here, and I started riding fixed gear in 1995...

69 here, and I started riding fixed gear in 1995 after purchasing an Ibis Scorcher. Over the years I’ve sold off most all of my FG rides. I still ride fixed on occasion…an old Bianchi Pista.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-23-24, 06:03 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 794
Posted By roadfix

On your helmet? It’s a cheap front and rear...

On your helmet? It’s a cheap front and rear blinky…. even came with a GoPro style mount.
...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
03-22-24, 07:41 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 926
Posted By roadfix

I have an Olight handlebar flashlight mount which...

I have an Olight handlebar flashlight mount which is pretty good. You can get it on Amazon.
Two Fish also makes a solid handlebar flashlight mount, also on Amazon.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
03-22-24, 10:03 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 926
Posted By roadfix

Bicycle specific lights are pricey. There are...

Bicycle specific lights are pricey. There are tons of premium, USB-C flashlights out there that use 3000mah 18650 batteries that are very practical for cycling. You just have to be a bit creative...
Forum: Electric Bikes
03-20-24, 09:34 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 391
Posted By roadfix

I have a 2023 Canyon Pathlite e-bike which is...

I have a 2023 Canyon Pathlite e-bike which is essentially a hardtail mtb that I use exclusively for overnight bikepacking on hilly fire roads, here in my local mountains. I’ve made a few mods on the...
Forum: Electric Bikes
02-20-24, 08:23 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,047
Posted By roadfix

My e-bike, set up primarily for bikepacking, now...

My e-bike, set up primarily for bikepacking, now allows me to pedal with 30 lbs of camping gear over steep fire roads with relative ease.
Forum: Electric Bikes
02-12-24, 10:51 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 732
Posted By roadfix

As others have mentioned, something is causing...

As others have mentioned, something is causing the cable to break, not your e-bike.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
02-09-24, 02:33 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 3,528
Posted By roadfix

Plastic mounts, especially on helmets are meant...

Plastic mounts, especially on helmets are meant to break away on impact.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
02-06-24, 06:38 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 3,528
Posted By roadfix

Got a new light, primarily for the helmet…. but...

Got a new light, primarily for the helmet…. but can go on the handlebar as well, same GoPro style clip in mount on the bar.
...
Forum: Southern California
11-22-23, 09:52 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 373
Posted By roadfix

I’ve used slime tubes in the past, and they will...

I’ve used slime tubes in the past, and they will seal small punctures. But the tubes are HEAVY.
On one bike I’m running tubeless sealant in the tubes and that’s been working out for me.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-13-23, 10:58 PM
Replies: 202
Views: 8,030
Posted By roadfix

Get another bike, just for bags.

Get another bike, just for bags.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
11-11-23, 12:52 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,035
Posted By roadfix

The Corner Bar really didn’t work for me. The...

The Corner Bar really didn’t work for me. The horns were a bit too short for a comfortable hand position, not like riding on the hoods of the brake levers.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-11-23, 10:00 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,414
Posted By roadfix

Just don’t crosschain. Chainrub occurs whenever...

Just don’t crosschain. Chainrub occurs whenever you crosschain. Small ring, small cog combo is a no no with most drivetrains. Same goes for big ring, big cog combo. Also, they cause unnecessary...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-02-23, 09:29 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 6,365
Posted By roadfix

I went on a backpacking trip recently and we were...

I went on a backpacking trip recently and we were all gathered around the campfire discussing health. There were about 15 of us and this guy next to me said he’s probably the oldest person in the...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-02-23, 08:44 PM
Replies: 1,064
Views: 1,043,946
Posted By roadfix

I usually backpack or use my analog bike to...

I usually backpack or use my analog bike to bikepack to this trail camp. I wanted to test out my new e-bike on this trail since it requires over 1,700’ of climbing with 35 lbs of gear. I still wanted...
Forum: Mountain Biking
10-30-23, 09:17 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 707
Posted By roadfix

Perhaps, basically, what you are looking for are...

Perhaps, basically, what you are looking for are plastic platform pedals that usually come included with bikes. And yes, they are always of the lower end variety.
When I’m not using SPD’s I usually...
Forum: Electric Bikes
10-30-23, 08:09 AM
Replies: 1,064
Views: 1,043,946
Posted By roadfix

I took my new e-bike out on a short, bikepacking...

I took my new e-bike out on a short, bikepacking overnighter at a local trail camp over the weekend….
...
Forum: Southern California
10-30-23, 07:57 AM
Replies: 2,884
Views: 362,007
Posted By roadfix

Bikepacked to West Fork Trail Camp

While my friends backpacked to camp, I took the adjacent fire road from the Red Box Ranger Station to camp. Great weekend, overnight lows in the mid 40’s, not bad…. We had a fun time....
Forum: Road Cycling
10-26-23, 12:12 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 7,178
Posted By roadfix

I’ve always run 165’s on my fixed gear. ...

I’ve always run 165’s on my fixed gear. Ideally, I’d like 160’s, or even better, 155’s to match my 29” inseam. But these shorter cranksets are almost impossible to locate.
Funny thing is,...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-25-23, 09:51 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 7,178
Posted By roadfix

That’s because a 2.5mm difference is...

That’s because a 2.5mm difference is insignificant to most riders. I’ve been riding on 165 and 170 for the most part and recently installed 155’s on one bike. With a 29” inseam this felt so perfect,...
Forum: Electric Bikes
10-23-23, 02:50 PM
Replies: 1,064
Views: 1,043,946
Posted By roadfix

My first ever e-bike, just picked this up a...

My first ever e-bike, just picked this up a couple weeks ago, and made a few changes already. I swapped out the stock 42t chainring for a 34t, among other things. I still need to install an Aeroe dry...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-20-23, 02:32 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,080
Posted By roadfix

I’ve tried them all, they all work. Even saliva.

I’ve tried them all, they all work. Even saliva.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-19-23, 10:23 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,020
Posted By roadfix

I’ve also bought my “last bike” many times.. lol ...

I’ve also bought my “last bike” many times.. lol
Last year, I bought a new Surly frame and built that up, thinking, at age 68, it’ll probably be my last bike. Then earlier this year, I picked up a...
Forum: Electric Bikes
10-19-23, 09:00 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,377
Posted By roadfix

I frequently go on overnight bikepacking trips in...

I frequently go on overnight bikepacking trips in the local mountains on weekends. I just got tired of having to walk my bike over steep climbs with 30 lbs of camping gear. So, I got an e-bike...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-19-23, 09:59 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,887
Posted By roadfix

Sorry, I don’t get it…

Sorry, I don’t get it…
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-19-23, 08:54 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,887
Posted By roadfix

Best to have both, as some pedals do not have...

Best to have both, as some pedals do not have wrench collars, and can only be tightened by using an Allen wrench.
Forum: Electric Bikes
10-18-23, 01:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 596
Posted By roadfix

I have everything needed, as I have another...

I have everything needed, as I have another bikepacking rig, non e-bike. So far, I got rid of the stock saddle and pedals, and installed my own. Also swapped out the stock, 42 chainring to a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-18-23, 10:35 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,887
Posted By roadfix

I just bought my first “completely built” bike in...

I just bought my first “completely built” bike in many decades. My first ever e-bike. The very first thing I did to the bike was to re-torque every component.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-17-23, 06:00 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 487
Posted By roadfix

Undo the spring tension on the weak side and...

Undo the spring tension on the weak side and tweak it (as in trying to bend) outward a bit and see if that helps.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-17-23, 05:43 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,887
Posted By roadfix

no excuses, especially on a critical part like...

no excuses, especially on a critical part like that…. HE’S FIRED!
Also, with the collection of bikes you have, you should be wrenching yourself…
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-16-23, 04:02 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,746
Posted By roadfix

You’ll love the bull bars for climbing…

You’ll love the bull bars for climbing…
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-13-23, 02:47 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,816
Posted By roadfix

Singlespeed, no, but a fixed gear made me a...

Singlespeed, no, but a fixed gear made me a stronger, smoother rider. For about 15 years, from 1996 to 2011, I rode fixed about 90%, geared, 10%. I still ride my fg, but only for putzing around town…
Forum: Electric Bikes
10-12-23, 09:43 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 596
Posted By roadfix

That was my first choice. … installing a Bafang...

That was my first choice. … installing a Bafang mid drive. But my bikepacking rig has a micro spline hub, boost spacing, and running 12 speeds. And the narrow, 12 speed Shimano chain. I did...
Forum: Electric Bikes
10-11-23, 10:43 AM
Replies: 154
Views: 10,958
Posted By roadfix

I agree. This is somewhat analogous to the...

I agree. This is somewhat analogous to the number of railway crossing accidents in the US. Many other countries, with millions more miles of railway, have significantly far less accidents.
Forum: Electric Bikes
10-11-23, 10:03 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 596
Posted By roadfix

Finally bit the bullet…

…and got an E-bike. The last overnight trip on my loaded bikepacking rig involving some very steep fire road climbs did me in…lol
I got the Canyon Pathlite ON.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-10-23, 08:39 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 5,993
Posted By roadfix

Same, retired in 2019. Hope you’re still riding...

Same, retired in 2019. Hope you’re still riding as you did back then. I still frequently go up ACH, but by car, out to trailheads to go either backpacking or bikepacking. Not much road rides...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-10-23, 08:21 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 5,993
Posted By roadfix

Hello Big John! Wow, I think it’s been about 16...

Hello Big John! Wow, I think it’s been about 16 years since we last rode together! From CSUN, we rode to Amgen to watch part of the Tour. Hope things are going good with you!
Forum: Touring
10-09-23, 10:52 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 6,744
Posted By roadfix

Voile Straps ...

Voile Straps

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