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03-14-24, 11:43 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,790
Posted By Tony Marley

1. Cars 2. Cold/snow/ice 3. Darkness

1. Cars
2. Cold/snow/ice
3. Darkness
03-14-24, 11:42 AM
Replies: 142
Views: 3,332
Posted By Tony Marley

As a recumbent rider, definitely a spinner. I...

As a recumbent rider, definitely a spinner. I was before when doing fully loaded touring with a tendem.
Forum: Touring
03-15-23, 01:23 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,806
Posted By Tony Marley

Still own Bike Friday bikes, not a former owner. ...

Still own Bike Friday bikes, not a former owner. The Llama with rear rack and panniers is excellent for light touring.
Forum: Touring
03-15-23, 01:20 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,012
Posted By Tony Marley

I'd be sure to take the prescription(s), or photo...

I'd be sure to take the prescription(s), or photo of prescription(s), no matter how you decide to pack the meds.
Forum: Recumbent
03-15-23, 01:11 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,036
Posted By Tony Marley

"Although I've never gotten a trike via the net,...

"Although I've never gotten a trike via the net, I can tell you our local dealer, Angletech, www.cycledifferent.com (https://www.cycledifferent.com/) Has sold and shipped 100's of trikes from it's...
03-15-23, 12:58 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 922
Posted By Tony Marley

Well done! Very impressive.

Well done! Very impressive.
03-15-23, 12:54 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 889
Posted By Tony Marley

Easy Racer Ti Rush long wheelbase recumbent

Easy Racer Ti Rush long wheelbase recumbent
03-15-23, 12:45 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 2,427
Posted By Tony Marley

In 2001, a friend and I with our young daughters...

In 2001, a friend and I with our young daughters on our two tandems did an eight day "Tailwind Tour:" starting in Garden City, Kansas. Each morning, would turn on the Weather Channel and then ride...
03-15-23, 12:29 AM
Replies: 152
Views: 6,148
Posted By Tony Marley

59, on a tandem near Telluride in 1998. Was...

59, on a tandem near Telluride in 1998. Was hoping to pop 60, but it did not happen.
Forum: Recumbent
01-13-23, 08:31 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,346
Posted By Tony Marley

From my experience, I suggest you look at the...

From my experience, I suggest you look at the Catrike Expedition with wide tires. For e-assist, you could get it through Utah Trikes, who will modify it to your specifications. Another option -...
12-05-22, 02:07 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,778
Posted By Tony Marley

Some beautiful photos. Brings back fond memories...

Some beautiful photos. Brings back fond memories of seeing riders in several of those countries.
Forum: Touring
11-29-22, 09:19 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 852
Posted By Tony Marley

I do not.

I do not.
Forum: Recumbent
11-29-22, 09:18 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,779
Posted By Tony Marley

Very sorry to hear of his demise. Courageous...

Very sorry to hear of his demise. Courageous fellow.
11-29-22, 09:15 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 5,594
Posted By Tony Marley

Sounds like you have a great outlook. Have a...

Sounds like you have a great outlook. Have a wonderful recovery.
11-29-22, 09:12 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 866
Posted By Tony Marley

I currently live in Dubai, so the winter weather...

I currently live in Dubai, so the winter weather issues are a non-event. That said, I admire your gumption. I am truly impressed.
11-29-22, 09:08 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,073
Posted By Tony Marley

Excellent recommendations.

Excellent recommendations.
11-29-22, 08:57 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,881
Posted By Tony Marley

I got a $25 fine in 1976 for turning left without...

I got a $25 fine in 1976 for turning left without the green turn signal and going 35 mph in a 25 mph zone....
11-29-22, 08:41 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 3,698
Posted By Tony Marley

I have had great success with "Smart Wool"...

I have had great success with "Smart Wool" socks.
11-29-22, 08:40 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 847
Posted By Tony Marley

I have done moves with nine bikes, but never...

I have done moves with nine bikes, but never twenty. On my moves, the moving company (packers) carefully wrapped each bike (generally turning the handlebars). I have had moves from both Africa and...
11-29-22, 08:32 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,458
Posted By Tony Marley

From the 5-years I lived and biked in Vegas...

From the 5-years I lived and biked in Vegas (primarily on the west side of the city, but also up to Mesquite), I absolutely agree with your description of what a Vegas ditch is like. Sorry about you...
11-04-22, 03:55 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 504
Posted By Tony Marley

You could wear neoprene socks. They won't keep...

You could wear neoprene socks. They won't keep your shoes dry, but they keep your feet warm.
10-20-22, 01:23 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,981
Posted By Tony Marley

I also dislike the new format. It take more...

I also dislike the new format. It take more steps/actions to be able to get the the desired forum.

I live in Dubai and relayed to the monitor the problem of all the call girl postings, but have...
Forum: Touring
09-19-22, 04:48 AM
Replies: 134
Views: 8,647
Posted By Tony Marley

Bigger tent gives you space to keep gear in the...

Bigger tent gives you space to keep gear in the tent with you and even spread it out a bit on a rainy night to dry wet jersey and shorts.
Forum: Touring
09-19-22, 04:45 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,293
Posted By Tony Marley

Some beautiful photos. Looks like you had a...

Some beautiful photos. Looks like you had a great ride!
Forum: Recumbent
09-19-22, 04:05 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,604
Posted By Tony Marley

I was in my mid-40s when I first started riding...

I was in my mid-40s when I first started riding 'bents, and wished I had known of them (and had the money to buy them) decades earlier. I still ride upright bikes as well as my trike and long wheel...
09-19-22, 03:52 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,355
Posted By Tony Marley

As stated by others, a recumbent trike is heavier...

As stated by others, a recumbent trike is heavier than a road bike, as well as slower and quite a bit more expensive. But they are very stable and a lot of fun to ride.
Forum: Recumbent
08-02-22, 05:09 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,044
Posted By Tony Marley

Agree 100 percent that the winds are easier to...

Agree 100 percent that the winds are easier to deal with on my bents than on my upright bikes.
Forum: Recumbent
08-02-22, 05:07 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 7,711
Posted By Tony Marley

Kind of like Steve B says: Just keep practicing....

Kind of like Steve B says: Just keep practicing. You do need to down shift and keep your RPM up. I try to ride at 100 RPM and slowly grind to the top.
08-02-22, 05:05 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,023
Posted By Tony Marley

Very glad you came through that with just a...

Very glad you came through that with just a scare. Your message is a cautionary tale to me to start checking my brake cables regularly.
Forum: Touring
07-27-22, 03:51 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,025
Posted By Tony Marley

Summer 1971 with a friend from high school. We...

Summer 1971 with a friend from high school. We rode from San Bernardino, California down past Disneyland to Newport Beach, and then down to La Jolla after that. Ten days roundtrip. We spent one...
07-27-22, 03:32 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 885
Posted By Tony Marley

https://www.dubinlawoffice.com/blog/2022/07/news-c...

https://www.dubinlawoffice.com/blog/2022/07/news-cyclist-killed-by-hit-and-run-driver-on-spokane-st-bridge-in-west-seattle/#:~:text=SEATTLE%2C%20WA%20%E2%80%94%20A%2063%2D,shortly%20before%206%3A55%20...
07-27-22, 03:29 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,946
Posted By Tony Marley

I attended UBI (albeit 24 years ago) and highly...

I attended UBI (albeit 24 years ago) and highly recommend it. You could attend both their basic and advanced courses and will be equipped with the knowledge of how to maintain and repair your...
Forum: Touring
07-21-22, 03:19 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,383
Posted By Tony Marley

When I tour in warm weather (which is when I...

When I tour in warm weather (which is when I prefer to tour), I use Shimano sandals. Your feet get wet when it rains, but no big deal. In cooler/colder weather (like when crossing high mountain...
07-10-22, 05:40 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,574
Posted By Tony Marley

Yes, I have and use Shimano SPD sandals. They...

Yes, I have and use Shimano SPD sandals. They have served me well on both my upright frames and recumbents. I also used Lake SPD sandals in the past, but have been unable to find any recently.
05-16-22, 12:09 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,174
Posted By Tony Marley

Sounds like to much pressure on your hands. It...

Sounds like to much pressure on your hands. It could be that your top tube is too long for you. If possible, raise you stem/bars 1cm or so.
Forum: Touring
05-12-22, 01:47 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 420
Posted By Tony Marley

I do not have first hand experience. But...

I do not have first hand experience. But something I have found very useful in the past when planning tours is to contact local bike clubs and shops and ask for their advice.
Forum: Recumbent
05-12-22, 01:26 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,132
Posted By Tony Marley

I agree with Blazing Pedals. I recommend SPD. ...

I agree with Blazing Pedals. I recommend SPD. You can get either shoes or sandals for SPD and I have found walking long distances fine with both.

I would also buy a cheap pair of SPD pedals...
Forum: Touring
04-21-22, 08:18 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 12,984
Posted By Tony Marley

Touring with multiple long days of riding should...

Touring with multiple long days of riding should be comfortable. So get the bars that will be most comfortable for you. It is your tour; do it your way.
Forum: Touring
04-21-22, 08:15 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,061
Posted By Tony Marley

It is not intuitive (at least to a non-engineer),...

It is not intuitive (at least to a non-engineer), but it does make for a more stable ride. Especially when going downhill at speed.
Forum: Touring
04-21-22, 08:11 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 7,504
Posted By Tony Marley

Certainly in Africa, safety blades are easy to...

Certainly in Africa, safety blades are easy to find. Cartridge types would be more problematic upcountry.
Forum: Touring
04-21-22, 08:09 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,671
Posted By Tony Marley

If you want them, get them. You can put your...

If you want them, get them. You can put your stuff inside zip-loc bags inside the panniers to deal with them not being waterproof.
04-21-22, 08:02 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,357
Posted By Tony Marley

From when I was in the Army, I remember our...

From when I was in the Army, I remember our battalion sergeant major saying, "You don't have to practice being miserable. It comes naturally." Unless you are training for a competition, there is no...
04-21-22, 08:00 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,986
Posted By Tony Marley

Very unfortunate. Did you climb more (even if...

Very unfortunate. Did you climb more (even if not aggressively) than normal? That might do it.

Best regards for a quick return to form.
04-21-22, 07:52 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,364
Posted By Tony Marley

Easier on the butt, I guess. Would be tough to...

Easier on the butt, I guess. Would be tough to coast downhill, though.
04-21-22, 07:49 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,301
Posted By Tony Marley

Great statement. I highly respect your attitude....

Great statement. I highly respect your attitude. Stay safe.
04-21-22, 07:46 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 271
Posted By Tony Marley

For mid-range and high end prices, I recommend...

For mid-range and high end prices, I recommend you look at the Bike Friday website. They have excellent folding bikes, but are not at the entry level. Their website will show you the wide variety...
04-12-22, 02:08 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,846
Posted By Tony Marley

I have bought three bikes from Bike Friday that...

I have bought three bikes from Bike Friday that way, plus my Catrike from Utah Trikes, and all were perfect fits. Their team works with you regarding the measurements and set the bike / trike up...
04-12-22, 02:01 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 1,985
Posted By Tony Marley

When I was 18 in my town in California, the...

When I was 18 in my town in California, the policeman added speeding (35mph in a 25mph zone) onto the ticket he was giving me for turning left without waiting for the turn signal. I had no bike...
Forum: Recumbent
01-21-22, 12:12 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 9,267
Posted By Tony Marley

It is back up today, at least on my laptop. I...

It is back up today, at least on my laptop. I accessed it immediately prior to Bike Forums.
01-21-22, 12:08 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,865
Posted By Tony Marley

A Bike Friday 20-inch tire folding bike. Other...

A Bike Friday 20-inch tire folding bike. Other folders would also work, but I prefer the Bike Friday quality.
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