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Forum: Touring
08-30-11, 01:52 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 736
Posted By EvoFX

yup, saw it, but didnt get any info on more than...

yup, saw it, but didnt get any info on more than two liters (or atleast that i could find). i am assuming bringing a liter and purifying that then dumping it in into the two liter.

thanks for the...
Forum: Touring
08-29-11, 05:29 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 736
Posted By EvoFX

so the size of the pen still cleans all the water...

so the size of the pen still cleans all the water that is 2lites or more then?
Forum: Touring
08-21-11, 01:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 736
Posted By EvoFX

steripens?

hello, has anyone used steripens while touring?

if so, does it work well with larger than 2 liter bottles that do not have a large mouth? so does the steri pen have to stick in all the way or is...
Forum: Touring
02-03-11, 12:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 652
Posted By EvoFX

let me rephrase, i referring to the backpack...

let me rephrase, i referring to the backpack part. not the camel pack bladder.
Forum: Touring
02-02-11, 04:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 652
Posted By EvoFX

ya that is what I thinking. I will probably...

ya that is what I thinking. I will probably buckle and twist the straps so they wont get attached to anything while its spinning around (or at least minimize the chance)
Forum: Touring
02-02-11, 03:54 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,486
Posted By EvoFX

two thumbs up for this. feels like a our first...

two thumbs up for this. feels like a our first week going over the sierras into nevada, snow, rain wind...wooo
Forum: Touring
02-02-11, 03:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 652
Posted By EvoFX

cleaning a camel pack

Hello!

i got done with my tour last year, and left the country for school right after. I never had time to clean my camel pack.


right now its smells of sweat and totally dirty.


whats the...
Forum: Touring
01-07-11, 10:41 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,772
Posted By EvoFX

i sure hope i was talking about the saddle....

i sure hope i was talking about the saddle. :thumb:
Forum: Touring
01-07-11, 12:17 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,772
Posted By EvoFX

snaps got mine for my bike tour. put 4,500 miles...

snaps got mine for my bike tour. put 4,500 miles on it and it still needs to be worked in.....i guess i just got a really hard one
Forum: Touring
07-24-10, 12:31 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 4,338
Posted By EvoFX

hehe, i got my pack for 15 and the camel i got...

hehe, i got my pack for 15 and the camel i got for free, so yes a deal, and i use for it for backpacking. so it has done me well so far....well almost so far
Forum: Touring
07-21-10, 04:10 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,262
Posted By EvoFX

i have the deore right now and ultegra front...

i have the deore right now and ultegra front shifters. i was thinking of taking out my deore and upgrading it to something a little more sturdier

so some of the mouintain bike derailers will not...
Forum: Touring
07-21-10, 04:02 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 4,338
Posted By EvoFX

yup no sports drink, it might have been the...

yup no sports drink, it might have been the water, we have been stopping at water spickets and gas stations.

the mold odly is at the base of the tube, and there is a little in the bladder, i...
Forum: Touring
07-21-10, 02:24 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 4,338
Posted By EvoFX

i have been using a camel back my whole trip...

i have been using a camel back my whole trip across the states, till i found out that the tube got moldy.

has anyone had that problem?

i use it everyday for the last 2 months and today i just...
Forum: Touring
07-21-10, 01:42 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,262
Posted By EvoFX

mountain bike derailers

i have been talking to some bike mechanics about sturdy front and rear derailers, and they were saying for touring bikes, using mountain bike derailers is a good way to go. has anyone done that?

i...
Forum: Touring
07-07-10, 08:21 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,073
Posted By EvoFX

well we are on the road right now, and have...

well we are on the road right now, and have about.....a month left before we hit boston.

we have ran into some people saying that amtrac has charged them somewhere around 100 bucks per transfer....
Forum: Touring
03-29-10, 01:47 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 433
Posted By EvoFX

installing the delta megarack

i just purchased the delta megarack from nashbar

http://www.nashbar.com/bikes//Product_10053_10052_222545_-1___

and i am not able to install it. the directions dont really help much.

i have...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-28-10, 06:36 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 441
Posted By EvoFX

rear derailer, skipping

my rear derailer is skipping cogs, and jumping up two everytime i shift up to the bigger cogs, is it my high limit screw that needs adjusting?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-13-10, 02:48 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 822
Posted By EvoFX

ya , it was not done correctly. i run a bike DIY...

ya , it was not done correctly. i run a bike DIY project at school and someone did it wrong. haha
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-13-10, 03:17 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 822
Posted By EvoFX

park tools chain breaker

we have the standard park tools chain breaker, and the little metal part that pushes the bolt off the chain broke. were could i find a replacement? it screws out so i am guessing you can get new ones
Forum: Touring
03-01-10, 11:04 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 453
Posted By EvoFX

Delta Megarack

has anyone used this Delta Megarack before? i am in need of a front rack and this looks like it would fit. would it be strong enough to go across the states with me?

...
Forum: Touring
01-24-10, 04:58 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,346
Posted By EvoFX

hmmm, for the winsor, they have size of 54 cm and...

hmmm, for the winsor, they have size of 54 cm and 58. i am 5'9 and would fit confortable on a 56cm. which one would be ideal size?

looking online i have the option of a 54 or a 58 for my size.
Forum: Touring
01-23-10, 05:43 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,346
Posted By EvoFX

windsor tourist 2009

http://www.bikesdirect.com/products/windsor/tourist.htm

has anyone purchased a more recent model for touring? i have searched and found reviews for 06 and 05, nothing with the recent changes.
...
Forum: Touring
01-23-10, 05:16 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,445
Posted By EvoFX

no matches?

no matches?
Forum: Touring
01-23-10, 03:58 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,073
Posted By EvoFX

thanks, as of right now we are looking at taking...

thanks, as of right now we are looking at taking the train, but the thing is we are not sure when we are going to arrive in boston.


is there a way to buy a ticket ahead of time and change the...
Forum: Touring
01-23-10, 03:51 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,445
Posted By EvoFX

solar chargers

has anyone used solar chargers for touring or long bikes trips, to charge a phone or laptop. if so, what would you recommend in getting?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-13-10, 01:26 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 12,392
Posted By EvoFX

hmm ok, i was thinking of doing it separatly but...

hmm ok, i was thinking of doing it separatly but i not sure what ill need yet. the tools i am looking at are on pricepoint, such as the setta torx
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-12-10, 11:51 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 12,392
Posted By EvoFX

bike tools quality?

i am looking at getting either the sette torx st-56 or the park tools ak-37. the big difference is how many tools and what. but i want to know if anyone has used torx before? and what the quality of...
Forum: Northern California
01-08-10, 01:47 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 945
Posted By EvoFX

good ol henry coe, yes i have done hiking around...

good ol henry coe, yes i have done hiking around there and have ment to head out that direction for some mountain biking, are there set paths or can i just take any trails? cuase i have seen some...
Forum: Touring
01-07-10, 10:25 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,073
Posted By EvoFX

bike tour, flying or taking train

this summer we are going on a tour from san fran to boston, and are looking at heading back in august by train or plane, what would be the lease expensive way and how to do that?

time is not much...
Forum: Northern California
01-07-10, 10:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 945
Posted By EvoFX

morgan hill/gilroy

hey i live in san jose and have been trying to find mountain bike trails around the area of gilroy and morgan hill. i have been by the mountains when driving down south, and was have been wanting to...
Forum: Touring
12-06-09, 06:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 695
Posted By EvoFX

i am 160, and ill be carry on my bike. it wont be...

i am 160, and ill be carry on my bike. it wont be too much since i have another coming along so alot of it will be shifted between ourselves



ya thats it, but it came with a 23c and its a 9...
Forum: Touring
12-05-09, 04:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 695
Posted By EvoFX

touring wheels

i currently have a bianchi eros 98, and was wondering what good wheels i could put on them that would be strong enough to hold a trek across the usa. i looking at something that could fit a 700x23...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-06-09, 01:08 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 434
Posted By EvoFX

thanks! i think permanent would probably be the...

thanks! i think permanent would probably be the best bet, ya lowes and Home depot are good calls.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-06-09, 12:05 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 434
Posted By EvoFX

bike rack covers

Hello,

with the increase of bikes at our school, we have been very fortunate to have more bike racks installed, but the problem now is the lack of cover from the rain and snow.
can anyone point...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-13-09, 05:19 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 328
Posted By EvoFX

cycling mapping?

i run a club on campus, and we have rides every thursday night. i was wondering if there is a site that i can map a route and email it to the members?

does google have that kind of tool?
Forum: Training & Nutrition
10-13-09, 02:22 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 636
Posted By EvoFX

airing out camel packs

what are some tips to airing out camel packs? such as the bag, tube, and mouth piece (i have trouble with the last two)



Thanks
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-25-09, 04:54 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,624
Posted By EvoFX

so wd-40 would work better than getting a greaser...

so wd-40 would work better than getting a greaser and a degrease?
Forum: BMX
05-02-09, 02:36 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 17,550
Posted By EvoFX

how do you tell the difference between the euro...

how do you tell the difference between the euro and american, is it the sizing? or a noticeable difference in the make?
Forum: Touring
04-14-09, 07:33 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 993
Posted By EvoFX

what would i need cadence for. i think total...

what would i need cadence for. i think total miles, and how fast i am going and maybe average would help me for training. what is the benefit of knowing rpm? ya ill have to see then if my fender can...
Forum: Touring
04-14-09, 03:52 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 993
Posted By EvoFX

wow thanks, ya i looks more and more like ill be...

wow thanks, ya i looks more and more like ill be going with wired, but i have a question about the wired. with my back rack and fenders will it fit and be able to pick up my speed with all that in...
Forum: Touring
04-13-09, 03:12 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 993
Posted By EvoFX

ya i was getting the feeling wireless was not the...

ya i was getting the feeling wireless was not the way to go. one thing before the summer tour ill be biking doing some small tours and i know for sure we follow alot of powerlines and what not.

...
Forum: Touring
04-13-09, 02:31 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 993
Posted By EvoFX

cycle computers

i am looking into getting a cycle computer for my tour coming up. and i am not sure what to get.

i am looking at a wireless, but i hear that interference with the telephone wires is a problem. do...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-04-09, 03:22 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 767
Posted By EvoFX

after doing a little research it looks like it...

after doing a little research it looks like it was a group set. so yes i probably wont go there but will probably just get campy parts then.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-04-09, 03:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 767
Posted By EvoFX

i not sure i think it still has the same parts...

i not sure i think it still has the same parts when it was bought wich would be campy mirage derailers. (if i can find more info on it ill let ya know what exactly it is, though i am sure its a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-04-09, 01:14 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 767
Posted By EvoFX

teeth on cassettes

i am currently looking at changing my cassettes in the back. i have a bianchi eros and have a 9 speed on the back, i am looking at replacing it but i have the option to go with a 12x23 or a 13x26....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-23-09, 01:41 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,966
Posted By EvoFX

http://www.amazon.com/Bicycling-Complete-Bicycle-M...

http://www.amazon.com/Bicycling-Complete-Bicycle-Maintenance-Repair/dp/1579548830/ref=reg_hu-wl_mrai-recs

i think this is the one you are talking about.

has anyone used this one before? looks...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-23-09, 01:22 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 127,910
Posted By EvoFX

yes true, he was the man :(

yes true, he was the man :(
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-21-09, 03:18 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 498
Posted By EvoFX

bike mechanic books?

i am looking for some bike mechanic books, if anyone knows any good authors or books you have used, do you think you can send me names, so i can look them up on amazon or half.com? i probably going...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-21-09, 03:16 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 127,910
Posted By EvoFX

this is awesome, sheldonbrown is the man

this is awesome, sheldonbrown is the man
Forum: Alt Bike Culture
03-21-09, 03:09 AM
Replies: 1,147
Views: 498,107
Posted By EvoFX

how do you get chains like that? custom make them...

how do you get chains like that? custom make them or can you get them that length?
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