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Forum: Fatbikes
03-27-24, 11:23 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,042
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
03-27-24, 11:19 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 266
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,...
Forum: Touring
03-27-24, 11:09 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 500
Posted By MarcusT

Geography and its flora fauna dictate what to be...

Geography and its flora fauna dictate what to be weary of. No large predators to worry about where I go
Forum: Touring
03-27-24, 11:07 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 500
Posted By MarcusT

spiders, gnats, ticks, scorpions, slugs and most...

spiders, gnats, ticks, scorpions, slugs and most of all, ants, those big ones that bite. One time I found a lizard in my shoe. Plus the ones I see between the fly and inner tent in the morning.
I...
Forum: Touring
03-27-24, 10:00 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 500
Posted By MarcusT

Creepy crawly things like to get in my gear

Creepy crawly things like to get in my gear
Forum: Touring
03-26-24, 11:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 197
Posted By MarcusT

Oops. I thought this was a sporting event :p

Oops. I thought this was a sporting event :p
Forum: Touring
03-26-24, 11:07 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 500
Posted By MarcusT

1P tents suck, IMHO. For a few more ounces and 50...

1P tents suck, IMHO. For a few more ounces and 50 cm wider footprint you can sleep more comfortably , have room for gear and if you're stuck in the tent due to bad weather, you won't get...
03-25-24, 10:58 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 414
Posted By MarcusT

If the glue is good, then skid to your heart's...

If the glue is good, then skid to your heart's content
03-23-24, 11:39 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 251
Posted By MarcusT

Would be best to contact a Specialized dealer or...

Would be best to contact a Specialized dealer or Specialized themselves
03-21-24, 11:11 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 97
Posted By MarcusT

Bled has several bike rental shops. Most of them...

Bled has several bike rental shops. Most of them are all purpose shops who offer, hiking, white water rafting, paragliding, etc.
Bled and most of Slovenia offer numerous bike routes from easy...
Forum: Touring
03-20-24, 11:10 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 508
Posted By MarcusT

ouch!

ouch!
Forum: Touring
03-18-24, 11:18 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 581
Posted By MarcusT

There are literally hundreds of videos and...

There are literally hundreds of videos and articles on the current 920. Check them out. It looks like you want to change some components for personal preference rather than what would work best for a...
Forum: Touring
03-18-24, 11:09 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 437
Posted By MarcusT

For ease of mind, I would fly to your starting...

For ease of mind, I would fly to your starting point sans battery, purchase a new one there.
Or
Ship the battery. It cannot be that difficult. E-bikes are being ordered online and delivered...
Forum: Touring
03-17-24, 12:07 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 572
Posted By MarcusT

Cube makes all their commuting and touring bikes...

Cube makes all their commuting and touring bikes in step through models
03-16-24, 11:48 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 3,824
Posted By MarcusT

This became one of those usual threads: "Is he...

This became one of those usual threads:
"Is he talking about me? I'm offended and will reply with snarky remarks"
03-16-24, 11:42 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,304
Posted By MarcusT

Do it, you may re-hash an old trend. Plus there...

Do it, you may re-hash an old trend.
Plus there are packs with water bottle holders, they can be waterproof and a good place to keep your valuables, including cell phone, camera, etc
I find the hip...
Forum: Fatbikes
03-16-24, 11:32 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,547
Posted By MarcusT

Just a generic chinese made, sold under a...

Just a generic chinese made, sold under a national brand. Most of the components are mid range, the wheels are cheap. I use it, abuse it, then coddle it back to health....
Forum: Touring
03-11-24, 11:06 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,034
Posted By MarcusT

With a cable/chain lock, I would also consider an...

With a cable/chain lock, I would also consider an audible alarm. They don't cost much
Forum: Touring
03-11-24, 11:01 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,440
Posted By MarcusT

Well, sometimes you can be a real pain in the...

Well, sometimes you can be a real pain in the .... ;)
Forum: Touring
03-10-24, 11:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 254
Posted By MarcusT

About 30 years ago I did Owen Sound to...

About 30 years ago I did Owen Sound to Manitoulin, via Tobermory. It was an incredible trip. Wild camping was ill advised because of the bears and much of the land is native reserve. It will most...
Forum: Touring
03-10-24, 11:04 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,440
Posted By MarcusT

What has happened to me on trips, but not...

What has happened to me on trips, but not necessarily the most common.
Tire puncture
Chain break
Disc brake pad worn out
Wheel out of alignment

And the most often- saddle sores
Forum: Touring
03-06-24, 11:19 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 561
Posted By MarcusT

In case you cannot find the gravel kings in your...

In case you cannot find the gravel kings in your size, I have the Continental race kings and am quite satisfied
03-06-24, 11:13 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 309
Posted By MarcusT

Zefal Raider is designed for susp forks....

Zefal Raider is designed for susp forks. Reasonably priced, higher capacity than the Tetrarack .
Forum: Touring
02-29-24, 11:04 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 915
Posted By MarcusT

If you're looking for opinions. I do not believe...

If you're looking for opinions. I do not believe your brake set up is safe. I understand which riding position you normally use, but when it comes to sudden braking, the natural body movement is to...
Forum: Touring
02-28-24, 12:08 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,774
Posted By MarcusT

There are 3 advantages to wider tires: -wider...

There are 3 advantages to wider tires:
-wider tires use lower pressure providing a somewhat more comfortable ride
-wider tires usually have a higher weight limit
-wider tires will provide more...
02-27-24, 11:51 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 1,717
Posted By MarcusT

Always use a compressor. I use it on MTB tires...

Always use a compressor. I use it on MTB tires meaning 2.4"-2.6". Perhaps on skinny road tires it is doable with a pump.
I tried the standard Schrader-Presta adapters,...
Forum: Touring
02-26-24, 11:07 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 771
Posted By MarcusT

I did one tour with all weight in the rear and it...

I did one tour with all weight in the rear and it was like trying to tame a stallion. Every time I moved the bike over stairs or walking up a steep incline it wanted to run wild
02-23-24, 12:21 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 554
Posted By MarcusT

I do not want art that will make me feel guilty...

I do not want art that will make me feel guilty for not riding enough.
Thus:
https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1000x1332/bike_wine_7d9c23a6fdacf6c67a86210c43d6d1d5363a4b40.jpg...
Forum: Touring
02-21-24, 10:56 PM
Replies: 138
Views: 9,630
Posted By MarcusT

Did some delinquent derailleurs pick on you as a...

Did some delinquent derailleurs pick on you as a kid?
02-20-24, 11:15 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 699
Posted By MarcusT

Ebike got me back into mountain biking

Ebike got me back into mountain biking
02-20-24, 11:09 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 609
Posted By MarcusT

I carry an extra tube regardless of the tire set...

I carry an extra tube regardless of the tire set up. Especially off road. other than usual punctures, a side wall can get sliced, a valve can get damaged (yes, it's happened)
02-13-24, 11:50 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,158
Posted By MarcusT

Would the OP almost be considered a troll to come...

Would the OP almost be considered a troll to come on the Ebike forum and degenerate Ebike riders?
02-11-24, 11:00 PM
Replies: 208
Views: 5,821
Posted By MarcusT

Did people really not watch the game because one...

Did people really not watch the game because one person was in attendance?
Forum: Touring
02-05-24, 11:13 PM
Forum: Fatbikes
02-05-24, 11:09 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 939
Posted By MarcusT

Snow, sand, soft gravel and most of all when...

Snow, sand, soft gravel and most of all when there is no trail, a fattie will take you anywhere your legs are strong enough to take you. Don't use it just for snow, you will be delighted
Forum: Touring
01-29-24, 11:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 358
Posted By MarcusT

These just came out so cannot vouch for their...

These just came out so cannot vouch for their quality, but the Mavic Urban line might fit the bill
Forum: Touring
01-29-24, 11:21 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 858
Posted By MarcusT

I found that as soon as you call clothing; bike...

I found that as soon as you call clothing; bike specific it greatly increases the price
I did some hunting at a big box sporting goods store and found the following:
Fleece garments in the hunting...
Forum: Touring
01-29-24, 11:10 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,025
Posted By MarcusT

Do military surplus stores no longer exist? When...

Do military surplus stores no longer exist? When I was poor I found all my winter gear there for very cheap
01-28-24, 10:52 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,186
Posted By MarcusT

Thank you for the reply. I will take your...

Thank you for the reply. I will take your suggestion into consideration
01-27-24, 11:51 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,186
Posted By MarcusT

Unfortunately or fortunately the market is...

Unfortunately or fortunately the market is starting to fall for Ebikes and bikes today cost less than 2 years ago
A couple years ago that Bulls may have been a bargain, but bigger batteries and new...
01-27-24, 12:08 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,186
Posted By MarcusT

Going with a Gates is going to significantly...

Going with a Gates is going to significantly raise your cost.
I'm not sure if models available in Europe and the USA are the same. But one that fills the bill is the Bulls Copperhead EVO HD 750...
01-26-24, 12:19 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,186
Posted By MarcusT

If you're willing to double your purchase price...

If you're willing to double your purchase price then that opens up a whole new world. Get an MTB. I believe you do not need full suspension.
Giant, Bulls and Cube have some nice models for much less...
01-26-24, 12:13 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,186
Posted By MarcusT

Still, I wouldn't base a bike buying decision on...

Still, I wouldn't base a bike buying decision on one case.
I do tune ups for friends and colleagues and I've seen some pretty nasty bikes with completely dry bearings and chains so caked they were...
01-26-24, 12:02 AM
Replies: 122
Views: 4,084
Posted By MarcusT

I wanted someone to have the opp, but must have...

I wanted someone to have the opp, but must have slid through the cracks
Puch
01-24-24, 10:48 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 4,084
Posted By MarcusT

Cambio Rino

Cambio Rino
01-23-24, 11:21 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,186
Posted By MarcusT

It might be difficult to find a Bosch drivetrain...

It might be difficult to find a Bosch drivetrain for less than 2k. And it will definitely not have a throttle.
To keep costs minimal, stay with the less powerful line of Bosch.
The Gen 4 CX will...
01-21-24, 02:34 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,339
Posted By MarcusT

True, but bike road rage has many, many fewer...

True, but bike road rage has many, many fewer murders
01-21-24, 01:07 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,339
Posted By MarcusT

Here is one example among the many ...

Here is one example among the many
https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/810x1125/bikes_vs_cars_7958f777bafce063eef606cebe9ea555c08fab31.jpg
01-20-24, 11:27 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,339
Posted By MarcusT

What you're saying is not stupid, but it has been...

What you're saying is not stupid, but it has been proposed millions of times. Facebook, Instagram and TikTok constantly make these comparisons.
Forum: Fatbikes
01-20-24, 12:05 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,042
Posted By MarcusT

Riding a fat bike on trails and non-trails is...

Riding a fat bike on trails and non-trails is quite fun. Yes, they can be slower, but the comfort and sure footedness make up for it
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