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06-30-10, 11:03 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,019
Posted By nebben123

This one looks better, no? And likely what I...

This one looks better, no? And likely what I need?
...
06-30-10, 11:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,019
Posted By nebben123

Is a replacement BB like this any good? I can't...

Is a replacement BB like this any good? I can't imagine quality for only $8 but maybe I'm wrong?
...
06-30-10, 08:58 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,019
Posted By nebben123

Replacing BB/crank on '88 Centurion Ironman Expert... bunch of (dumb) questions

I would like to replace the BB and crankset on a stock 88 Centurion Ironman Dave Scott. The BB size is 68-113, the crank is 52/39, and the cassette is 7-speed. All components are Shimano 105. I took...
Forum: Touring
01-25-07, 12:03 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,187
Posted By nebben123

Well, I made it exactly 1200 miles from Macon, GA...

Well, I made it exactly 1200 miles from Macon, GA to the center of downtown Austin, TX. The trip has been great, and I decided that this will be the end of the road for the bike. I was able to find a...
Forum: Touring
01-13-07, 06:25 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 835
Posted By nebben123

Thanks so much for all of the advice. I will try...

Thanks so much for all of the advice. I will try a few things and see what works best. I went to the LBS here in New Orleans and the guy there recommended that I get a headset riser because...
Forum: Touring
01-13-07, 11:17 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 749
Posted By nebben123

The bike is a Giant Iguana with disc brakes, 2003...

The bike is a Giant Iguana with disc brakes, 2003 model. I'm using Hope Pro II 36-spoke hubs with Sun Rims Mammoth's on both the front and rear wheel. I am traveling on roads only.

Also, I am...
Forum: Touring
01-13-07, 09:56 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 835
Posted By nebben123

I'm going from Georgia to California. Been...

I'm going from Georgia to California.

Been taking Advil and Naproxen (12-hour). Seems to help, but hopefully I can prevent the pain to begin with. I will try to keep my knees and elbows closer to...
Forum: Touring
01-13-07, 09:53 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,728
Posted By nebben123

Topeak handlebar bag's bolt system sucks ass... you have been warned.

Had my first failure of the tour. I just KNEW that this thing would end of causing me trouble since the attachment system is made of plastic. WHY oh WHY can't they make the attachment and support...
Forum: Touring
01-13-07, 09:32 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 835
Posted By nebben123

Arthritis? I hope not... I'm only 28! :)

Arthritis? I hope not... I'm only 28! :)
Forum: Touring
01-13-07, 09:17 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 835
Posted By nebben123

Curing those body aches and pains... what to do?

Anyone got any suggestions on how to fix the following problems I am experiencing?

#1: Soreness on the sides of my knees (usually on the inside). This is not on my kneecap, but rather about 1-2 cm...
Forum: Touring
01-13-07, 09:04 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 672
Posted By nebben123

http://home.speedfactory.net/tcashin/ipodbattery.h...

http://home.speedfactory.net/tcashin/ipodbattery.htm

I made the portable Band Aid box battery pack. It works.
Forum: Touring
01-13-07, 09:03 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,187
Posted By nebben123

Just wanted to let you guys and gals know that I...

Just wanted to let you guys and gals know that I made it to mile number 616, New Orleans, LA on Day #9. I'm resting here for a couple days and will head up to Baton Rouge and across towards Houston,...
Forum: Touring
01-13-07, 08:59 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 749
Posted By nebben123

I'm on tour right now with my Xtracycle. I've got...

I'm on tour right now with my Xtracycle. I've got 30 lbs loaded on each side, and a 10 lbs handlebar bag (mainly for my DSLR, cell phone, maps, etc). It rides great. It may vary for you, but I do...
Forum: Touring
01-13-07, 08:55 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,169
Posted By nebben123

I HAD a Mountain Hard Wear "Skypoint 1", which is...

I HAD a Mountain Hard Wear "Skypoint 1", which is supposed to be a cross between a bivy and a tent. It SUCKED for many various reasons (hard to set up, hard to get into, bad ventilation, etc). After...
Forum: Touring
01-03-07, 06:38 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,187
Posted By nebben123

Homemade iPod charger: 1 Metal band-aid tin...

Homemade iPod charger:

1 Metal band-aid tin or other suitable box
1 Cigarette lighter socket
1 8-AA battery holder (http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2062242) from Radio...
Forum: Touring
01-02-07, 10:40 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,057
Posted By nebben123

Wow, Mike your trip and video is really inspiring...

Wow, Mike your trip and video is really inspiring especially since I'm about to go across the USA starting tomorrow!!! Your camera rig is AWESOME as well. It looks really professional like you have a...
Forum: Touring
01-02-07, 09:34 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,187
Posted By nebben123

Heading out across the country tomorrow... wish me luck!

I'm heading out on my first major tour tomorrow. I can't describe how nervous I am right now.

Macon, GA to San Diego, CA (except for most of Texas which I have to skip due to time restraints).
...
Forum: Touring
12-27-06, 08:38 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 822
Posted By nebben123

How the heck do you estimate a % incline anyway?...

How the heck do you estimate a % incline anyway? That seems high for Oklahoma... I'm wondering if you caught a fish "this big". :)
Forum: Touring
12-23-06, 12:24 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,065
Posted By nebben123

So basically nobody knows where I can get one? I...

So basically nobody knows where I can get one? I looked at the first link, but those seem to be woodland camo. I'm looking for the newer digital camo pattern. Although if anyone knows where I can get...
Forum: Touring
12-22-06, 02:07 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,065
Posted By nebben123

Do they all weight 3-4 lbs? That seems heavy...

Do they all weight 3-4 lbs? That seems heavy...
Forum: Touring
12-22-06, 01:51 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,065
Posted By nebben123

Help ASAP: Where can I buy a digital camo tarp?

I keep seeing people recommend a digital camo tarp for camping, but I can't find one anywhere. I searched the net, I tried my local army surplus, nothing! If anyone knows where I can buy one online...
Forum: Commuting
12-12-06, 10:35 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 3,403
Posted By nebben123

At least your stealth bike ninjas wear helmets. ...

At least your stealth bike ninjas wear helmets.

Here in Athens (GA) I think about 1 in 10 bike riders wear helmets. And out of those 10%, only half of them use blinkys or any reflective material...
Forum: Commuting
12-07-06, 10:39 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,188
Posted By nebben123

You should have just yelled "SALAD!"

You should have just yelled "SALAD!"
Forum: Commuting
12-06-06, 08:10 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,563
Posted By nebben123

Haha, that's actually kinda funny. Next thing you...

Haha, that's actually kinda funny. Next thing you know, they'll be doing it with babies.
Forum: Touring
12-04-06, 08:34 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,741
Posted By nebben123

Sounds like that "... nails to finish a house?"...

Sounds like that "... nails to finish a house?" riddle :)
Forum: Touring
12-04-06, 08:31 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,395
Posted By nebben123

Holy crap, I thought about traveling on a...

Holy crap, I thought about traveling on a freighter one day, because I assumed it would be cheap. Who wants to pay thousands of dollars to travel on a freighter for a month? Why does it not cost...
Forum: Commuting
12-03-06, 11:03 AM
Replies: 167
Views: 8,801
Posted By nebben123

What a sad story :( This girl should be sent...

What a sad story :(

This girl should be sent to jail for at least 5 years, and then have her license revoked for another 5 years after that. We do not need people like her on the road! How can you...
Forum: Touring
12-03-06, 10:49 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 8,434
Posted By nebben123

I'm not saying it's inherently dangerous, it's...

I'm not saying it's inherently dangerous, it's just dangerous if you don't do it right. There is nothing wrong with raw foods (unless you try to eat foods that *need* to be cooked). Like I said...
Forum: Commuting
12-03-06, 10:34 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,056
Posted By nebben123

I got an Xtracycle (http://xtracycle.com)... it...

I got an Xtracycle (http://xtracycle.com)... it carries anything!


Ben
Forum: Touring
12-01-06, 07:32 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,741
Posted By nebben123

I'm doing a tour in January, and I hope (hope!)...

I'm doing a tour in January, and I hope (hope!) to average 12 mph... is this realistic? The most I have ever gone in a day is 50 miles with about 30 lbs of gear and it was no problem. I'm planning on...
Forum: Touring
11-29-06, 02:41 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 8,434
Posted By nebben123

I'm all for different food lifestyle choices, but...

I'm all for different food lifestyle choices, but anyone who goes on a raw diet should know that it has the potential to be dangerous (like everything) if you don't do it correctly. Many people...
Forum: Touring
11-28-06, 10:26 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 332
Posted By nebben123

Review: Shure E2C headphones tested for wind-resistance

I recently got some Shure E2C isolating earphones and put them on a road test.

Read the review on my blog (since bikeforums eats posts for breakfast).

http://bengarland.com/2006/11/28/200/
Forum: Touring
11-28-06, 04:28 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,030
Posted By nebben123

So I guess this means there is no nightly backup...

So I guess this means there is no nightly backup of the db? Why not? I could understand losing a day worth of threads, but everything that was posted this past weekend? Damn.

I'm just kinda...
Forum: Touring
11-28-06, 10:34 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,030
Posted By nebben123

Where did our threads go?

Several recent threads have disappeared, including a review that I wrote about Shure E2C headphones. Another recent thread that is now gone was titled "Where do you camp?" by maximan1. "What do you...
Forum: Touring
11-24-06, 09:41 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 8,434
Posted By nebben123

It seems rather obvious, though I haven't seen...

It seems rather obvious, though I haven't seen anyone mention it: Is there any problem with buying canned soups (like beef stew) or other canned goods and just eating them cold? That's my plan when I...
Forum: Touring
11-06-06, 07:52 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,924
Posted By nebben123

Hahaha.

Hahaha.
Forum: Touring
11-06-06, 01:10 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 896
Posted By nebben123

+1 for a Trekking bar. I love mine.

+1 for a Trekking bar. I love mine.
Forum: Touring
11-06-06, 01:07 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,924
Posted By nebben123

Good wedge bag to fit under a B17?

I am having trouble finding a wedge bag that will fit under my B17. For instance, I just bought a Topeak Medium WedgePack and the quick-release railing attachment is not the right size to fit the...
Forum: Touring
10-29-06, 12:47 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,475
Posted By nebben123

My Topeak Road Morph has a snap-in bracket + a...

My Topeak Road Morph has a snap-in bracket + a piece of velcro to secure it in. Maybe this is new? Otherwise I'm not sure how it could fall out like others have suggested.


Ben
Forum: Touring
10-23-06, 11:55 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,945
Posted By nebben123

Thanks for all of the suggestions and alternative...

Thanks for all of the suggestions and alternative options. I ended up getting the Seattle Sports dry bags from REI, except I picked the large instead of the medium. Why? Because the bags look like...
Forum: Touring
10-23-06, 08:40 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,945
Posted By nebben123

Although I'm usually all-ears for super cheap...

Although I'm usually all-ears for super cheap substitutes, I'm really looking for something that I can store my gear in that is durable and will last for several years. Sometimes you can find things...
Forum: Touring
10-22-06, 10:00 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,945
Posted By nebben123

Good dry bags for touring?

I searched and surprisingly didn't find any previous threads on dry bags to use when touring.

Does anyone have any particular recommendations of brands you have used that work well? I am looking...
Forum: Touring
10-19-06, 09:38 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,501
Posted By nebben123

Maximum weight distributions, according to the...

Maximum weight distributions, according to the Xtracycle manual:

Each Freeloader: 50 lbs

Snapdeck, front of axle: 200 lbs

Snapdeck, behind axle: 50 lbs

Max weight for entire Freeradical...
Forum: Commuting
10-19-06, 09:31 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 4,073
Posted By nebben123

Hey crtreedude, what part of Costa Rica do you...

Hey crtreedude, what part of Costa Rica do you live in? Sorry if you covered that already, this has been a long thread. I've been to CR twice in the last year to study so I'm familiar with a lot of...
Forum: Commuting
10-15-06, 05:38 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,497
Posted By nebben123

Just to add another opinion to the fray: I...

Just to add another opinion to the fray:

I have an Inova X5 (http://www.inovalight.com/site.html?X5-ov) (black) and use the Twofish holder...
10-12-06, 09:23 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,122
Posted By nebben123

Sweeet pics. I'm gettin' my Xtracycle conversion...

Sweeet pics. I'm gettin' my Xtracycle conversion next week!


Ben
10-11-06, 09:47 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,353
Posted By nebben123

It turns out that the Xtracycle people are...

It turns out that the Xtracycle people are swamped with orders AND they had some kind of "system failure" -- not sure if they meant with their computers, or their suppliers, or what. But they told me...
Forum: Touring
10-10-06, 12:45 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,501
Posted By nebben123

I'm building the Xtracycle onto a Giant Iguana...

I'm building the Xtracycle onto a Giant Iguana ('03) with disc brakes. For the back wheel I'm using a Sun Rims Mammoth 26" on a Hope Pro II running 36 spokes. For the front wheel I think I'm just...
10-10-06, 06:27 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,353
Posted By nebben123

How long did it take you to get your Xtracycle? I...

How long did it take you to get your Xtracycle? I ordered mine a week and a half ago and they still haven't shipped it (even though they charged my credit card). I also can't seem to get an answer on...
Forum: Touring
10-08-06, 06:12 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,501
Posted By nebben123

I'm building an Xtracycle right now and will be...

I'm building an Xtracycle right now and will be touring with it this winter. Hopefully in the next month or so I will be taking a few test trips with it. I will be sure to post a review/opinion here...
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