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03-28-24, 03:31 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 689
Posted By phughes

Sometimes, but generally I prefer toast made from...

Sometimes, but generally I prefer toast made from my homemade Italian bread. I have been eating more eggs lately though, along with the Italian bread toast.
03-28-24, 03:00 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 4,150
Posted By phughes

It seems you have a good bead on this thread.

It seems you have a good bead on this thread.
Forum: Touring
03-28-24, 01:45 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 335
Posted By phughes

I seriously do not see the current appeal of AI....

I seriously do not see the current appeal of AI. I am a geek, and I appreciate the technology for use in some industries, and have actually been reading and studying what I can about it since the...
03-28-24, 01:38 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 68
Posted By phughes

I understand your concern, but I believe you are...

I understand your concern, but I believe you are overthinking it. The tires you have are already a good defense against puncture. Keep them properly inflated. Don't inflate them to the maximum...
03-28-24, 01:12 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 4,150
Posted By phughes

Sorry, that probably stems from my earlier post.

Sorry, that probably stems from my earlier post.
03-28-24, 01:10 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 35,952
Posted By phughes

You are replying to a nine year old thread. ...

You are replying to a nine year old thread.

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Forum: Touring
03-28-24, 11:13 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 600
Posted By phughes

It's funny, I tend to keep mine closed if they...

It's funny, I tend to keep mine closed if they are outside, and often simply keep them on the bike. If I think they need aired out, I may leave them open as I make camp, and close them before going...
03-28-24, 11:02 AM
Replies: 150
Views: 4,150
Posted By phughes

Yeah it took a while to get started, but I think...

Yeah it took a while to get started, but I think we're gaining traction.
Forum: Touring
03-27-24, 10:17 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 335
Posted By phughes

From now on I shall carry high density foam for...

From now on I shall carry high density foam for the tent walls, and commence cooking inside my tent. Bears be damned.
03-27-24, 10:07 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 4,150
Posted By phughes

I understand. Sorry, these things are hard to...

I understand. Sorry, these things are hard to gauge. It's a lot of pressure.
Forum: Touring
03-27-24, 01:25 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 600
Posted By phughes

Theoretically a smaller tent can be warmer, all...

Theoretically a smaller tent can be warmer, all things being equal. All things are never equal in real life. You have a smaller space to warm up with your body heat, but of course you lose heat in al...
Forum: Touring
03-27-24, 01:10 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 178
Posted By phughes

I have a Thermarest, the one filled with foam...

I have a Thermarest, the one filled with foam that you roll up and compress to pack. I used it for years. I liked it, but it was never really perfect for me, it is a little small. I still use it on...
03-27-24, 11:29 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 213
Posted By phughes

Only if you cross chain, other than that, when...

Only if you cross chain, other than that, when done properly, a 3x9 is easier on a chain than a 1x10 in his case. On mine, I use the inner two cogs in the rear with the inner chainwheel up front. The...
03-27-24, 11:20 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 2,375
Posted By phughes

How does this apply to the OP, who knows the size...

How does this apply to the OP, who knows the size he needs, and chose it. Because of his body proportions, he simply needed a shorter seat post, and because of the bike's design, he could not cut...
Forum: Touring
03-27-24, 11:17 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,267
Posted By phughes

Awesome for you, but don't discount the pillows...

Awesome for you, but don't discount the pillows posted. Many actually work well, and are easier to carry than yours. It's not about weight for me, but bulk. My inflatable pillow works extremely well...
03-27-24, 11:14 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 437
Posted By phughes

Yea, the three jaw pullers are difficult to use...

Yea, the three jaw pullers are difficult to use on cranks unless the rear of the crank arm is cut square, instead of being rounded. I don't know any off hand that aren't rounded. The bearing puller...
03-26-24, 10:33 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 4,150
Posted By phughes

Has anyone said bike tire prices are up due to...

Has anyone said bike tire prices are up due to inflation yet? Inflation... because... tires. Inflation?
...
Forum: Touring
03-26-24, 04:42 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,267
Posted By phughes

So, does that mean you are carrying your pillow...

So, does that mean you are carrying your pillow from home? :rolleyes:

The Sea to Summit pillow cyccommute posted actually works nicely. I use a different one from Klymit, and use it almost weekly...
03-26-24, 04:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 154
Posted By phughes

Another expensive option....

Another expensive option. https://www.rivbike.com/products/hubs-white-industries-mi5-polished-silver?variant=8645336203375
03-26-24, 12:20 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 437
Posted By phughes

Use a bearing seperator/puller if you wish to...

Use a bearing seperator/puller if you wish to salvage the crank arm. It will do the least amount of damage, if any.
...
03-26-24, 10:05 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 573
Posted By phughes

The other issue I have is I do not want to get...

The other issue I have is I do not want to get that dirt into my good air gauges. I have a couple good, expensive gauges and they can be easily ruined by getting dirt into them.
03-26-24, 09:34 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 573
Posted By phughes

You didn't read it well, or I didn't word it...

You didn't read it well, or I didn't word it well. I HAVE seen it happen, and to me. Am I super worried about it on a bicycle? No, not really, but with a Schrader valve a cap is a very good idea. It...
03-25-24, 07:45 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 573
Posted By phughes

Schrader valve? Yes. Once any dirt gets in around...

Schrader valve? Yes. Once any dirt gets in around the valve stem, it can get in when you add air, and it can get into the valve itself causing it to leak. It happens often on cars. I have seen it...
03-24-24, 11:55 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 763
Posted By phughes

Sure. I use one all the time with a U-lock.

Sure. I use one all the time with a U-lock.
03-23-24, 11:19 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 758
Posted By phughes

Try some witch hazel after shaving, and before...

Try some witch hazel after shaving, and before going to bed.
03-23-24, 11:14 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 763
Posted By phughes

Me too. Oh, and also that snuffling grunting...

Me too. Oh, and also that snuffling grunting noise, as something brushes against me from under my hammock.
03-22-24, 11:12 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 763
Posted By phughes

Not sure? It's very obvious.

Not sure? It's very obvious.
03-22-24, 11:11 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 763
Posted By phughes

Sleep with one eye open.

Sleep with one eye open.
03-22-24, 11:09 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 763
Posted By phughes

A little JB Weld will fix that right up. :thumb:

A little JB Weld will fix that right up. :thumb:
03-21-24, 11:16 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 431
Posted By phughes

Watch the video I linked, he literally used a...

Watch the video I linked, he literally used a wooden bench top. Look, I have all the tools, a nice vise, with an anvil, etc., but it is not necessary or even recommended for the rivets on a Brooks.I...
03-21-24, 11:08 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 556
Posted By phughes

Four... get back out there Francis. :lol: ...

Four... get back out there Francis. :lol:

Seriously, as with anything, don't overdo it. If you do too much, too soon, you may get frustrated and stop. Make it enjoyable. If you do too much and you...
03-20-24, 11:38 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 431
Posted By phughes

You may want to concider simply replacing that...

You may want to concider simply replacing that rivet. It really isn't difficult. Brooks even has a video showing how to do it.

https://youtu.be/Q6gAPCqdO-Y?si=THuM9GjeD03EtT0s
Forum: Touring
03-19-24, 04:46 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,267
Posted By phughes

Yeah, I will top it off especially if I have a...

Yeah, I will top it off especially if I have a book I have downloaded from a library that is getting ready to expire. As long as I don't turn off the reader, I can continue to read an expired book....
03-19-24, 03:06 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,230
Posted By phughes

Ah, thanks, I missed that.

Ah, thanks, I missed that.
Forum: Touring
03-19-24, 03:04 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,267
Posted By phughes

Yes, backlighting is a great feature. It is nice...

Yes, backlighting is a great feature. It is nice to not have to use lighting when reading in a tent at night, or anywhere else for that matter. If I am only touring one or two weeks, I generally...
Forum: Touring
03-19-24, 01:36 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,267
Posted By phughes

I read every day, so I bring an ereader. I bring...

I read every day, so I bring an ereader. I bring my camera since I do photography. I generally do not bring a computer, and instead simply have enough cards for my images, though I may bring a...
03-19-24, 01:32 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,230
Posted By phughes

You mean having someone actually observe you...

You mean having someone actually observe you while pedaling, and making adjustments from that is better than asking random strangers who have never seen you or your bike setup, let alone watched you...
03-18-24, 12:22 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 730
Posted By phughes

I use it all the time, and by that I mean, many...

I use it all the time, and by that I mean, many times a month. It honestly doesn't harm the paint. Of course if you left it on for a long time it could do some damage, but for a momentary wiping, not...
03-18-24, 11:39 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 730
Posted By phughes

Go for it. You obviously have vast experience...

Go for it. You obviously have vast experience with it. On the other hand, you are very much wrong. Acetone easily removes paint. I have some in my garage and have used it recently to do just that....
03-18-24, 11:31 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 468
Posted By phughes

They are popular among them because there are not...

They are popular among them because there are not a lot of choices for them. It is not necessarily because attaching a rack to glass is a stellar idea. If you are able to install a receiver and use...
03-17-24, 11:46 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 730
Posted By phughes

Yes, but don't try it with acetone. Lacquer...

Yes, but don't try it with acetone. Lacquer thinner also won't harm fully cured paint, when used to simply wipe off the surface, but isopropyl alcohol is the better choice.
03-15-24, 11:55 AM
Replies: 204
Views: 5,456
Posted By phughes

Though I won't condone a personal attack, I will...

Though I won't condone a personal attack, I will say that is not how freedom of speech works. In fact, this is not really a public forum, it is owned by an entity, and as such they have rules....
03-14-24, 09:05 PM
Replies: 204
Views: 5,456
Posted By phughes

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03-14-24, 07:45 PM
Replies: 204
Views: 5,456
Posted By phughes

The most numerous threads on BF whining about...

The most numerous threads on BF whining about things that don't matter and most comments trying to convince others that bents are the best.
03-14-24, 01:03 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 578
Posted By phughes

I once accidentally found the ideal saddle height...

I once accidentally found the ideal saddle height for me. I was on a tour, on my Surly LHT. I had gone through all sorts of machinations over a few years trying to get the saddle height right with my...
Forum: Touring
03-13-24, 11:05 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 471
Posted By phughes

Glad you find them to your liking. I would...

Glad you find them to your liking. I would probably go with thumbies as well. They work nicely, and are simple. I have never been a fan of twist grip shifters.
03-09-24, 10:41 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 1,999
Posted By phughes

I tried KY on my chain. Didn't like it. There was...

I tried KY on my chain. Didn't like it. There was a moaning sound. Very annoying.
03-09-24, 11:47 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 1,999
Posted By phughes

Remove chain, place in washing machine on...

Remove chain, place in washing machine on delicate, hot water, and sixteen Tide pods. Rinse fifteen times to be sure to get all the soap out. Then dry on low to prevent shrinkage. After it is...
03-08-24, 11:49 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 1,999
Posted By phughes

This bears repeating. This is the only, proper...

This bears repeating. This is the only, proper way to clean a chain. Anything else and you just kidding yourself.

https://sheldonbrown.com/chainclean.html
03-06-24, 12:34 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 7,947
Posted By phughes

Uhm... first off, this is a recently awakened...

Uhm... first off, this is a recently awakened zombie thread, indiyfabz made that comment years ago. Secondly, seriously? You may wish to consult the millions of downhill bikers, and mountain bikers,...
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