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Forum: Touring
04-21-13, 04:45 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 6,396
Posted By voj112

312168 I've used this setup for overnight...

312168

I've used this setup for overnight tours so far, and I'm pleased with it. Back rollers up front attached to a rear rack that's 'creatively' bolted onto the fork. One pannier is for the...
Forum: Touring
04-13-13, 09:18 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,105
Posted By voj112

I think it would be safer to pick the wider TK...

I think it would be safer to pick the wider TK 540 rim with 36 spokes and run 35c tires inflated to 6 bar considering your total weight is 125kg or 275 lbs and your potential destination. The second...
Forum: Touring
04-13-13, 10:59 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,105
Posted By voj112

The DT Swiss TK 540 rim is advertised as a...

The DT Swiss TK 540 rim is advertised as a trekking rim. BUT it's max pressure is 6 bar (http://www.dtswiss.com/Components/Rims-Road/TK-540) or 87 psi, which eliminates skinny tires. My 32 mm tires...
Forum: Touring
04-12-13, 03:39 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,165
Posted By voj112

Take a look at Janne Corax...

Take a look at Janne Corax (http://www3.utsidan.se/corax-e/).
Forum: Touring
04-11-13, 08:33 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,172
Posted By voj112

Go to a bike store that stocks LHT's and try a...

Go to a bike store that stocks LHT's and try a variety of sizes. It's very risky for someone to choose a well-fitting frame based on internet research and little or no long distance riding...
Forum: Winter Cycling
11-13-12, 08:32 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 4,710
Posted By voj112

I had to change a tube once at -4 F (-20 C)...

I had to change a tube once at -4 F (-20 C) windchill. Using bare hands and putting on gloves/ mitts when it got too cold worked for me. The flat was caused by pebbles getting inside the tire from...
Forum: Winter Cycling
11-09-12, 04:11 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 4,710
Posted By voj112

You can vigorously stomp on the ground to warm up...

You can vigorously stomp on the ground to warm up your feet, or go for a jog. Swing your arms around to force some warm blood to your fingers. I usually bring a pannier with me with some warmer...
Forum: Commuting
11-09-12, 03:58 PM
Replies: 226
Views: 15,089
Posted By voj112

I used to run solid in the front, then I almost...

I used to run solid in the front, then I almost got ran over crossing a busy intersection drowned in car headlights. Now I run a in strobe mode to simply stand out and get noticed. I switch to solid...
Forum: Commuting
11-09-12, 03:51 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,234
Posted By voj112

I'm assuming you are driving a bullet-proof...

I'm assuming you are driving a bullet-proof car... ;) otherwise your logic seems flawed.
Forum: Winter Cycling
11-03-12, 10:46 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 6,597
Posted By voj112

I put the microft jacket under 3 hours of rain...

I put the microft jacket under 3 hours of rain and had somewhat wet shoulders. The point is that these aren't rain jackets. You can't expect to be dry wearing a water resistant wind breaker in the...
Forum: Winter Cycling
11-03-12, 09:56 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 6,597
Posted By voj112

The mec supermicroft does have pit zips and dwr...

The mec supermicroft does have pit zips and dwr treatment.
Forum: Winter Cycling
11-03-12, 08:24 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 799
Posted By voj112

Jacket=fleece? Bring a windbreaker with you when...

Jacket=fleece? Bring a windbreaker with you when the wind eventually begins cutting through it. I see it as a misnamed insulating layer.
Forum: Commuting
11-03-12, 08:16 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 4,869
Posted By voj112

Get their shoe covers and rain pants while you're...

Get their shoe covers and rain pants while you're at it. The J&G website sucks in terms of unbiased reviews, seeing as they only post positive testimonials, so it's not surprising you didn't see...
Forum: Touring
11-02-12, 02:02 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,363
Posted By voj112

What don't you like about the 520 (apart from...

What don't you like about the 520 (apart from visuals), and how much weight do you plan to haul in terms of having a full on camping style bike?
Forum: Commuting
10-31-12, 09:24 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 4,869
Posted By voj112

h_curtis, how much money do you feel comfortable...

h_curtis, how much money do you feel comfortable spending on the rain gear?
Forum: Commuting
10-31-12, 07:17 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 4,869
Posted By voj112

Please elaborate

Please elaborate
Forum: Commuting
10-30-12, 03:50 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,665
Posted By voj112

A rain cape is probably the most effective piece...

A rain cape is probably the most effective piece of rain gear I own. It keeps everything dry above the knees. Unfortunately it's only drawback (apart from looking funny) is riding in headwinds...
Forum: Commuting
10-30-12, 03:33 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,230
Posted By voj112

I used to lock my bike with a cable lock just...

I used to lock my bike with a cable lock just like yours, but it eventually got cut but a simple pair of garden shears one night. It's just a bunch of thin wires. The thief much have been pretty glad...
Forum: Commuting
10-28-12, 09:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,665
Posted By voj112

Wear waterproof non-insulated gloves when...

Wear waterproof non-insulated gloves when raining, and insulated non-waterproof gloves when it's too cold for rain. You can bring both pairs with you when the temperature fluctuates. Just like...
Forum: Touring
09-04-11, 09:07 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,706
Posted By voj112

It depends on what you already own. If I...

It depends on what you already own.

If I was starting from scratch with $1500 to get me everything then I would do something like this:

$100 used bike
$100 brooks saddle
$170 ortliebs rear...
Forum: Touring
08-25-11, 07:04 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 26,064
Posted By voj112

I would replace the drops bars with trekking,...

I would replace the drops bars with trekking, north road, or mustache bars (preferably trekking for the hand positions) and bolt on the shortest stem possible to eliminate the long top tube problem....
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-20-11, 04:43 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 2,866
Posted By voj112

Tow truck drivers speeding, running red lights,...

Tow truck drivers speeding, running red lights, madly swerving to get to a collision before the competition... One time a piece of steel flew off the towing mechanism 100 meters after the idiot...
Forum: Touring
08-20-11, 10:38 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,322
Posted By voj112

The narrow rear hub spacing could be sorted out...

The narrow rear hub spacing could be sorted out with spacers/ washers on each end of the axle. You could also get Schwalbe tires in 27" that may last you for the entire duration of a tour depending...
Forum: Touring
08-17-11, 01:43 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,598
Posted By voj112

These two racks are overkill for your plans. I'd...

These two racks are overkill for your plans. I'd get a cheap $15 aluminum rack like this one...
Forum: Touring
07-31-11, 08:01 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 593
Posted By voj112

You could also check craigslist or kijiji for a...

You could also check craigslist or kijiji for a cheap bike to cannibalize in your area.
Forum: Touring
07-27-11, 05:07 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,545
Posted By voj112

I have one of these. Cranking for a minute would...

I have one of these. Cranking for a minute would give me around 20 minutes of play time. It would play indefinitely if left in direct sunlight, but immediately turn off when in the shade. In other...
Forum: Touring
06-20-11, 09:50 PM
Replies: 544
Views: 368,137
Posted By voj112

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a373/voj/SAM_012...

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a373/voj/SAM_0129-1.jpg
Giant Rincon frame and fork. Everything else is not stock.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-12-11, 12:16 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,479
Posted By voj112

It sounds like you are living a hopeless life...

It sounds like you are living a hopeless life after reading your posts (especially post #25...
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