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Forum: Mountain Biking
09-21-18, 12:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,390
Posted By RoscoeP

Santa Cruz will replace the bearings every year...

Santa Cruz will replace the bearings every year you own the bike for free, so you only have to pay for the installation unless you can do it yourself, so that is a good savings.
Forum: Touring
08-28-18, 08:56 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 21,988
Posted By RoscoeP

I think it was probably a one off fault. I...

I think it was probably a one off fault. I actually like the design, with the two back bars running length ways on it. (refer to photo above) You can hook your bags on the lower bar to keep the...
Forum: Touring
08-26-18, 05:55 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 21,988
Posted By RoscoeP

I just walked out to my garage and counted the...

I just walked out to my garage and counted the spokes, 36 front and back. I also had a great ride on the Sutra this morning, did 52 KM, really enjoyed the ride now that the smoke has buggered off....
Forum: Touring
08-26-18, 09:08 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 21,988
Posted By RoscoeP

I am 6' with about a 33" inseam and found that...

I am 6' with about a 33" inseam and found that with the 56 cm bike I didn't have much space when standing over the top tube compared with other 56 cm bikes. The 54 cm felt better but I switched out...
Forum: Touring
08-22-18, 08:58 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 21,988
Posted By RoscoeP

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/kona_bikes_004_627a11a787a91cac3593a0998f73a07986997b46.jpg
I have a 2017 and really like it, you can get the new one with through...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-22-18, 08:43 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,348
Posted By RoscoeP

I am up in Comox, BC on Vancouver Island and it...

I am up in Comox, BC on Vancouver Island and it is also really bad up here. Last Friday I flew to northern Alberta and came back Monday, I hardly saw the ground the whole way going and coming....
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-16-18, 09:06 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,511
Posted By RoscoeP

Try Carbon cycles fit guide.

Try Carbon cycles fit guide.
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-16-18, 10:07 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,042
Posted By RoscoeP

carbon fork

Try Carbon cycles in the UK, they have some nice forks at reasonable prices, just follow there fitting guide. Cheers Roscoe
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-14-18, 08:46 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,042
Posted By RoscoeP

For the type of riding I am interested in ( 70...

For the type of riding I am interested in ( 70 next month) this suits me more. I sold a 1988 or 89? Kona explosif this summer that I rode for 30 years and really loved the bike. It had smooth...
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-11-18, 05:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,042
Posted By RoscoeP

The PG-1170 came in yesterday and I took my bike...

The PG-1170 came in yesterday and I took my bike by my LBS today and it did not fit. The Shimano 11-40 is back ordered so I just ordered one on line and I told the guys at the shop I was. My...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-06-18, 10:58 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,660
Posted By RoscoeP

Mtb. these days have bars between 70-80 cm. wide...

Mtb. these days have bars between 70-80 cm. wide and these work for there intended purpose which is usually single track narrow trails etc. where fast cornering is needed. If you want to just ride on...
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-06-18, 09:04 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,042
Posted By RoscoeP

My LBS seems to thing I can replace the Shimano...

My LBS seems to thing I can replace the Shimano XT 11-42 with a Sram PG-1170 11-36 cassette, in fact they just ordered one for me. Not sure now, but hope they are right. Thoughts?
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-02-18, 05:07 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,042
Posted By RoscoeP

Switch to front carbon fork?

I have been toying with the idea of making my 2017 Kona explosif into more of a road, gravel all around fun bike. It is a hard tail with a Fox 34 120 mm front fork. I am thinking of replacing the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-30-18, 08:52 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,684
Posted By RoscoeP

The You tube video by Park Tools is one of the...

The You tube video by Park Tools is one of the best I have seen on bicycle washing, check it out.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-21-18, 08:50 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,678
Posted By RoscoeP

I have two pairs of there shorts, 2 jerseys and...

I have two pairs of there shorts, 2 jerseys and several base layers among other things, they are all great very well made and comfortable. I am sticking with this brand.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-07-18, 05:36 PM
Replies: 176
Views: 31,731
Posted By RoscoeP

Frame size

I am 6' tall and ride a 2017 Specialized Roubaix which is 56cm. Also have a 17 Kona Sutra which is 54cm, I had a 56cm Sutra but it seemed tall for me. I replaced the 90mm stem on the 54cm Sutra with...
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-05-18, 07:03 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 649
Posted By RoscoeP

Looks like some interesting trails which make for...

Looks like some interesting trails which make for a good work out, good on you, nice vid. Cheers Roscoe
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-05-18, 09:10 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,705
Posted By RoscoeP

Thanks for the advice, it sounds more reasonable...

Thanks for the advice, it sounds more reasonable to me. I am going to try 30-28 next ride and also recheck the front sag and rebound. Cheers
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-04-18, 04:54 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,705
Posted By RoscoeP

Tire Pressure

I have a Kona Explosif 27.5 MTB, Fox 34 shock, it is a hard tail steel framed bike. It has stock tires Maxxis Tommack 2.30 I am riding mostly for exercise on easier trails and gravel roads and climb...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-04-18, 04:28 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,052
Posted By RoscoeP

The road bike also has more hand positions, mine...

The road bike also has more hand positions, mine is much lighter than my MTB and tires much smaller with more air pressure. You can get more aero on the drops.
Forum: Touring
05-28-18, 05:05 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,744
Posted By RoscoeP

What bike are you riding? Tell us about it and...

What bike are you riding? Tell us about it and what is it made of and how much does it weigh bare etc?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-15-18, 11:43 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,515
Posted By RoscoeP

Well if I do it I have a choice of a Kona Sutra...

Well if I do it I have a choice of a Kona Sutra with Clement 40mm x 700c or a Kona Explosif hardtail with Maxxis 27.5 x 2.3 knobbies.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-14-18, 05:30 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,515
Posted By RoscoeP

How much harder?

I have seen a ride advertized up here in BC, Canada for a supported dirt ride on the Kettle Valley Railway. 3 days, 300 km, so 100 km per day. The max grade uphill would be 2-2.5% as it was used for...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-24-18, 05:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 860
Posted By RoscoeP

I just ordered the Specialized hover bar with the...

I just ordered the Specialized hover bar with the flare 12 Degree. I was walking out of my LBS after ordering a Kona Sutra handle bar same as on my Sutra when I noticed the Specialized, really liked...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-23-18, 08:42 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 860
Posted By RoscoeP

More comfortable handle bars

I just got a 2017 Roubaix Di2 and really like the bike. Riding on the hoods and the top bars feels great, not so much on the drops, feels very narrow down there(42 cm) I don't thing just going to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-20-18, 09:48 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,264
Posted By RoscoeP

My LBS goes over every new bike and puts more...

My LBS goes over every new bike and puts more grease in the wheel hubs, checks the trueness of the wheels and adjusts if necessary, and gives the bike a full check over. They ask you to bring it back...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-12-18, 12:20 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,659
Posted By RoscoeP

I tried one of the fitting devices at my local...

I tried one of the fitting devices at my local bike shop and they had me at 138 I believe. I tried a Specialized Romain seat at that width and felt like I was rocking over the sides of the saddle. I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-05-18, 07:10 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 7,144
Posted By RoscoeP

Some cyclists don't like to be passed, if they...

Some cyclists don't like to be passed, if they get passed they soon pass you like they are in a race. I get a kick out of this especially if they keep looking back over there shoulder. I then just...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-05-18, 07:01 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,118
Posted By RoscoeP

I have them only on the first click from the...

I have them only on the first click from the weakest, my XTR's are on 3 or 4 clicks, I just don't understand it. I will try tightening them all the way then back out a couple of times. The cleats are...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-05-18, 02:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,118
Posted By RoscoeP

Pedal woes?

I recently had two sets of Shimano PD-A600 pedals, very nice looking supposed to be Ultegra quality, same colour. I have a hard time clicking out of these pedals, not every time but too often with 3...
Forum: Touring
07-09-17, 10:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,364
Posted By RoscoeP

I had the pedals replaced and also sanded a...

I had the pedals replaced and also sanded a little off the bottom of the shoes where they touch the pedals. I will try them out in the next day or so, thanks for the replies. Cheers Roscoe
Forum: Touring
07-05-17, 08:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,364
Posted By RoscoeP

Pedal issues

I have 4 sets of Shimano pedals 3 sets are the XTR spd mtb pedals and all work great on any of my shoes. I got a nice set of A600 SPD pedals for my touring bike and use Shimano RT 5 shoes with them...
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-26-17, 10:08 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,146
Posted By RoscoeP

Bar ends?

MTB bar ends, does any body use them nowadays? I know they used to be cool and everybody used them but they are not the trend these days. I like them, I have a very short set on my old mtb and am...
Forum: Touring
05-25-17, 08:31 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 7,704
Posted By RoscoeP

Thanks for all the great info. Just to answer a...

Thanks for all the great info. Just to answer a couple of questions, I weigh 195 and plan on being self contained for a few days but eating mostly in restaurants. Someone or two mentioned BCD? not...
Forum: Touring
05-24-17, 08:57 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 7,704
Posted By RoscoeP

Gear ratio selection

I have a 2017 Kona Sutra touring bike. It has a 11-34 9 speed in the rear and 26/36/48 front chain ring. I live in BC Canada and plan on doing most of my riding here. A rider that tours a lot...
Forum: Touring
05-24-17, 05:51 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,906
Posted By RoscoeP

What gears are you running on the rear of your...

What gears are you running on the rear of your bike?
Forum: Touring
05-10-17, 05:02 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,437
Posted By RoscoeP

How is the section between Hope and Merritt? I...

How is the section between Hope and Merritt? I think it follows the Coquihalla (Highway Through Hell) in the valley to the right? I know they do a lot of avalanche control in that area so there must...
Forum: Touring
05-07-17, 09:48 PM
Replies: 137
Views: 27,242
Posted By RoscoeP

Nice story, and it gives me motivation to keep...

Nice story, and it gives me motivation to keep improving my cycle fitness and make summer plans. Cheers Roscoe
Forum: Touring
05-06-17, 08:29 PM
Replies: 137
Views: 27,242
Posted By RoscoeP

Happy feet, what types of bags are you using on...

Happy feet, what types of bags are you using on the front and the middle of your bike? I am looking for something similar. I live over on Vancouver Island in Comox.
Forum: Touring
05-06-17, 07:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,437
Posted By RoscoeP

Kettle Valley Railway, BC. Canada

I plan on doing some road bike touring in BC this summer on my Kona "Sutra" but also want to do a off the paved road tour on the "Kettle Valley Railway". This is an old railway line that is now used...
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