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Forum: Touring
12-15-20, 07:09 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,857
Posted By Leebo

Showers pass rain jacket, no pants. Only tour in...

Showers pass rain jacket, no pants. Only tour in summer. J&G helmet cover.
Forum: Touring
12-15-20, 07:07 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 10,230
Posted By Leebo

48 mph on my loaded karate monkey. Love those...

48 mph on my loaded karate monkey. Love those signs that say 8% grade next 4 miles,
10-27-20, 06:55 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 15,745
Posted By Leebo

Replace when worn.

Replace when worn.
10-19-20, 10:41 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,510
Posted By Leebo

Not missing those 83 mm travel forks. Lol.

Not missing those 83 mm travel forks. Lol.
Forum: Touring
10-17-20, 04:03 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,812
Posted By Leebo

Bike is 30, gear is 25-30, depends on temps n...

Bike is 30, gear is 25-30, depends on temps n food supply available.
10-17-20, 08:34 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,510
Posted By Leebo

Skinny 26" tires and limited travel?

Skinny 26" tires and limited travel?
10-17-20, 08:32 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 9,740
Posted By Leebo

Every vehicle using the road has white front, red...

Every vehicle using the road has white front, red rear. Please don't be that person. Put some blinking red rear, or tape red gel over the rear facing white lights.
Forum: Touring
10-15-20, 05:39 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,946
Posted By Leebo

Is everything burned or on fire? Or will you be...

Is everything burned or on fire? Or will you be breathing smoke?
10-13-20, 12:09 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,162
Posted By Leebo

Faster on a particular segment is not the only...

Faster on a particular segment is not the only way to measure improvement. My measure? Segments never ridden before, in other states.
Forum: Touring
10-12-20, 04:02 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 11,248
Posted By Leebo

My Big Agnes HV1 bikepacking tent weighs 2.5 lbs....

My Big Agnes HV1 bikepacking tent weighs 2.5 lbs. waterproof, mesh interior. Long enough for me at 6'4 and can sit up in it. Advantage of a tarp tent is what? And mine has short poles that fold.
10-12-20, 01:59 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 7,895
Posted By Leebo

Yes. Bikepacking is cool.

Yes. Bikepacking is cool.
10-12-20, 01:56 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,162
Posted By Leebo

Improving what? Don't do strava or racing...

Improving what? Don't do strava or racing imaginary strangers. I like to ride bikes, winning!
Forum: Touring
10-06-20, 12:55 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 9,299
Posted By Leebo

i use denatured alcohol in my trangia. Similar?

i use denatured alcohol in my trangia. Similar?
09-26-20, 09:01 AM
Replies: 134
Views: 18,328
Posted By Leebo

Mirrcycle bar end mirrors.

Mirrcycle bar end mirrors.
Forum: Touring
09-23-20, 02:45 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,657
Posted By Leebo

Yup, washing works. And the Tyvek tape works...

Yup, washing works. And the Tyvek tape works really well too.
Forum: Touring
09-21-20, 08:44 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,657
Posted By Leebo

My big agnes HV 1 copper spur bikepacking tent...

My big agnes HV 1 copper spur bikepacking tent weighs 2.5 lbs. No bugs or critters, water proof, no condensation/clammy like a bivy. Long enough for me, can sit up in it and has a small fly for shoes...
09-21-20, 08:35 AM
Replies: 194
Views: 20,595
Posted By Leebo

It's a free county. All riders and bike makers...

It's a free county. All riders and bike makers can find a niche. Have not been to the site in a while. He lost me at rim brakes and 1" headtubes.
09-07-20, 03:34 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,252
Posted By Leebo

My BB7's on three bikes are great. Replace the...

My BB7's on three bikes are great. Replace the pads as needed. No mts? Shouldn't be an issue.
08-27-20, 09:16 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,815
Posted By Leebo

Chug water beforehand. On long mt bike rides I...

Chug water beforehand. On long mt bike rides I drink 80-100 oz of cold water from the camelbak, plus a bottle of gatorade plus always have some snacks. I've been there, heatstroke is brutal.
08-26-20, 08:18 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 987
Posted By Leebo

Bent QR or fork? Tire not seated correctly, axle...

Bent QR or fork? Tire not seated correctly, axle seated in fork? Lots of things to check.
08-26-20, 08:15 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,889
Posted By Leebo

I think the OP means they have a vintage bike.

I think the OP means they have a vintage bike.
08-24-20, 05:53 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,211
Posted By Leebo

Tektro makes some long reach brakes, if that's...

Tektro makes some long reach brakes, if that's what you need.
08-24-20, 08:34 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 611
Posted By Leebo

I've done needle with carpet thread and super...

I've done needle with carpet thread and super glue, still working 3 years later.
08-24-20, 08:29 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,405
Posted By Leebo

Ummm, stuff wears out? Depends on miles and...

Ummm, stuff wears out? Depends on miles and riding conditions.
08-24-20, 08:27 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,522
Posted By Leebo

Current pedal and shoe setup? Go with pedals that...

Current pedal and shoe setup? Go with pedals that have steel pins and some grippy shoes. Low hikers, chrome, 661, vans etc. I like race face chesters, steel pins and a nylon body. Work well.
08-23-20, 12:26 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 686
Posted By Leebo

Mt bikes don't have motors, e bikes are a whole...

Mt bikes don't have motors, e bikes are a whole 'nother thing.
08-23-20, 12:20 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,157
Posted By Leebo

There are a reason those old sus designs were...

There are a reason those old sus designs were retired.
Forum: Touring
08-22-20, 10:06 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,402
Posted By Leebo

Go for a full size frame bag, lots of room, keep...

Go for a full size frame bag, lots of room, keep the heavy stuff low. As said, get a handlebar bag. Revelate, rogue panda or such. Check out the radavist for ideas.
Forum: Touring
08-20-20, 09:34 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,203
Posted By Leebo

Mt bike helmet with visor, bandana underneath.

Mt bike helmet with visor, bandana underneath.
08-20-20, 09:32 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 897
Posted By Leebo

35's might work. Riding through mud? Ever have a...

35's might work. Riding through mud? Ever have a small rock get stuck in your tire? Seems you have more width than height. A slightly wider rim might help? For me, I would want 5-7 mm at a min...
Forum: Touring
08-19-20, 12:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,519
Posted By Leebo

Blocking? Not quite clear on what you are saying?...

Blocking? Not quite clear on what you are saying? Chain is not long enough? Tandem chains are longer, could use 2 quick links? My 2 x11 has great range, as does my 3x9's.
08-18-20, 10:32 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 12,100
Posted By Leebo

Not all fancy ones. 4 are Surlys', Farley fat,...

Not all fancy ones. 4 are Surlys', Farley fat, 2013 Specalized full sus. Roadside find Nishiki lugged steel, sweet all arounder. Won a Burly runabout from Dirt Rag( RIP) ,$1100 sweet rig that got me...
Forum: Touring
08-18-20, 10:27 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,325
Posted By Leebo

3" tires. Bike + gear might be 60 lbs or so. I'm...

3" tires. Bike + gear might be 60 lbs or so. I'm 235 on a good day, more if I'm wearing clothes ( sorry) Ever pedal VT? Lincoln gap is the steepest paved mile in the US. So many steep pitches too. It...
Forum: Touring
08-17-20, 07:45 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,325
Posted By Leebo

New Build on last years Krampus, Sram stuff....

New Build on last years Krampus, Sram stuff. Gx-1000 cranks( boost) , 22-36 front, 11-46 rear. Boost wheels. Needs a problem solvers clamp to space the front der. out properly. Gx shifters, gx front...
08-11-20, 08:03 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 845
Posted By Leebo

New? I've had spokes ting and pop on occasion.

New? I've had spokes ting and pop on occasion.
08-11-20, 08:01 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 12,100
Posted By Leebo

Cheaper than therapy and a second girlfriend,...

Cheaper than therapy and a second girlfriend, better than a gym membership. Price on miles per smiles? Most here might have 5-10 + bikes. I have 9, just getting by.
08-10-20, 10:58 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 537
Posted By Leebo

750 ? Tha's going to be tough. Big fan of Maxxis...

750 ? Tha's going to be tough. Big fan of Maxxis here in New England. Lots of rock here, not always pointy ones. Look at the exo casings. Vittoria is also popular, check some of them out.
Forum: Touring
08-09-20, 12:51 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,325
Posted By Leebo

1:1 is not a low for me. My low on my Krampus is...

1:1 is not a low for me. My low on my Krampus is 22/46. Good stuff. Yes heavy bike/load and steep New England hills.
08-04-20, 08:41 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 6,842
Posted By Leebo

It's more of the right tool for the job....

It's more of the right tool for the job. Commuter, fat bike. full sus mt bike, errand/grocery getter, and bikepacking rig. All different. Everyone needs a hobby? Exercise, stress relief, theray,...
08-04-20, 08:35 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 8,174
Posted By Leebo

You make the assumption that most bikes are on...

You make the assumption that most bikes are on the pavement and at night. While I do have a commuter, my mountain bikes and bikepacking bikes are not ridden at night, and for the most part, not on...
Forum: Touring
08-03-20, 02:35 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,401
Posted By Leebo

Which steel bikes? None of my Surlys wallow. YRMV.

Which steel bikes? None of my Surlys wallow. YRMV.
08-03-20, 02:27 PM
Replies: 265
Views: 17,734
Posted By Leebo

Have a plan, look at a map. Look at the sun, easy...

Have a plan, look at a map. Look at the sun, easy to figure out east and west from there. Unless you wake up face down in the grass from excess drinking, can figure out north and south from there...
Forum: Touring
08-02-20, 09:36 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,401
Posted By Leebo

Fast? Is it a race? My bikepacking routes take me...

Fast? Is it a race? My bikepacking routes take me on dirt roads, bikepaths, single track and the occasional " off road/trail/ bushwacking. Only use pave to connect them. My Krampus with 3" tires is...
07-31-20, 09:22 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 6,842
Posted By Leebo

A few frames, lots of wheels and parts in bins....

A few frames, lots of wheels and parts in bins. Can always, fix, repair or just build up something new to cover emergencies.
07-26-20, 03:57 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 6,842
Posted By Leebo

9 here, barely getting by, its such a hardship....

9 here, barely getting by, its such a hardship. Fat bike, full sus, cross check for road, 1x1 set up for gravel, Karate Monkey for day exploring, Krampus for bikepacking, Nishiki with flat bars for...
07-14-20, 02:42 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,160
Posted By Leebo

You're going to buy 1 pedal? They are sold in...

You're going to buy 1 pedal? They are sold in pairs for a reason, buy 2 that match. Cheap ones can be had for 30-50 $
07-13-20, 01:59 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 478
Posted By Leebo

Try problems solvers. They make a clamp that will...

Try problems solvers. They make a clamp that will go around your seat tube with a cable stop on it.
07-09-20, 07:20 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,374
Posted By Leebo

One option would be a square taper BB, many...

One option would be a square taper BB, many spindle lengths available and a road double or mt bike triple crank with whatever chainring you need. SS crank options too. Thinking less than $ 100 for...
07-09-20, 07:12 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,047
Posted By Leebo

You can cross the lines when safe to do so....

You can cross the lines when safe to do so. Runner, biker, delivery truck, mail truck, slow tractor etc. Show me someone who has gotten a ticket for going around a slower road user.
07-08-20, 05:36 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,418
Posted By Leebo

What ever is bigger that fits. Big fan of Maxxis....

What ever is bigger that fits. Big fan of Maxxis. Running tubeless? Psi used? Fork set up correctly for your weight and riding style?
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