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Forum: Touring
05-04-23, 03:55 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 243
Posted By derail3

Pensacola to St Augustine on HWY-98?

Wife and I are currently doing ACA Southern Tier, now in east TX. We have been looking ahead at the route between Pensacola and St Augustine. ACA route is mostly on HWY-90 away from the gulf coast.
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Forum: Touring
11-29-22, 12:17 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 852
Posted By derail3

Does anyone carry a Satellite communicator?

Does anyone carry a satellite communicator for emergency response in remote areas with no cell service. What is your experience. I am thinking about buying the Garmin in-reach mini 2
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-23-22, 07:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,406
Posted By derail3

Brompton replacement sprockets

I have a 2003 Brompton 6 speed with a SACHS 3 speed hub. There are two sprockets 13 & 15. The hub runs great but the sprockets are just about wore out. Tried to have my local Brompton dealer replace...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-05-22, 08:51 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 914
Posted By derail3

Bike Friday Kick stand

I want to install a two legged kick stand on my Bike Friday NWT. The kick stands I have looked at all call for a minimum 11.5 inch ground clearance. The bike only has 10 inches.

has anyone put a...
Forum: Touring
04-04-22, 08:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,163
Posted By derail3

Kick stand for loaded bike

I have a Bike Friday NWT with a single leg kick stand. It works ok with lightly loaded rear Panniers. But as soon as I put front Panniers on it falls over most of the time.

Does anyone have...
Forum: Touring
06-06-21, 09:19 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,372
Posted By derail3

Help finding a e-bike for touring

I have posted this request in both E-bike and touring section



Looking for help finding the right e-bike for my wife. We have toured loaded self supported for years. But after two hip...
06-06-21, 09:16 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,349
Posted By derail3

Help finding e-bike for touring

I have posted this request in both E-bike and touring section



Looking for help finding the right e-bike for my wife. We have toured loaded self supported for years. But after two hip...
05-29-21, 06:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,887
Posted By derail3

Yuma Supermarché front load cargo

Does anyone own a Yuba Supermarche front load cargo bike electric or non electric. That can talk about what they like about it and what they dislike about it. I am looking at it as a lower cost...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-12-21, 01:20 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,526
Posted By derail3

Electronic shifting Brompton

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=vfu5YEBnUg0
Forum: Touring
10-17-20, 10:12 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,948
Posted By derail3

Most of the CA state parks are open south of SFO....

Most of the CA state parks are open south of SFO. The campgrounds require reservations. No hiker biker sites because that is considered group camping.

Here is my list of campgrounds SFO-SAN. If...
Forum: Touring
05-27-20, 09:56 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 680
Posted By derail3

Route San Jose CA - Santa Cruz Ca ?

Can anyone recommend a safe route San Jose Ca - Santa Cruz Ca.
Forum: Touring
08-26-19, 07:47 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,876
Posted By derail3

Last time I used Greyhound with a box bike was...

Last time I used Greyhound with a box bike was between Denver and Frisco CO. It was not a good experience but got me there.

A ticket gives you one free check bag. I had the bike and a second...
Forum: Touring
03-14-18, 11:58 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,387
Posted By derail3

Thanks for the update. We are going in June. I...

Thanks for the update. We are going in June. I think we will change plans and maybe go out to the coast.
Forum: Touring
03-13-18, 04:17 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,387
Posted By derail3

Local information need for Columbia River gorge WA USA

Am in the planning stage for a trip from Pasco WA to Portland OR, via the Columia River Gorge. I am see information that the "Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail" maybe closed and shut down...
Forum: Touring
03-13-18, 03:46 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,529
Posted By derail3

The wife and I are retired military and did San...

The wife and I are retired military and did San Louis Obispo to Santa Barbra on a four day weekend Oct 2017. Rode the train from SF to SLO. we followed the ACA route except for cutting thru...
Forum: Touring
01-17-18, 11:06 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,196
Posted By derail3

Some Long distance trains have six bike hooks in...

Some Long distance trains have six bike hooks in the bag car for bikes, others do not. If the bag car does have hooks you can choose to reserve one of the six hooks (bike space) for $20 per bike per...
Forum: Commuting
12-27-17, 10:38 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 16,131
Posted By derail3

Word of caution. I just reduced the gearing on...

Word of caution. I just reduced the gearing on my wife’s bike that has a Alfine 11. Because she does loaded touring. When I contacted Shimmio about any restrictions. They told me not to exceed a...
Forum: Touring
04-29-14, 08:50 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,191
Posted By derail3

Thanks for all the replies. Wife just read them...

Thanks for all the replies. Wife just read them and asked why can't we keep it simple and go south east out of Eugene connecting up with eastbound "Willamette HWY (58)" - Southbound "Dallas Ca HWy...
Forum: Touring
04-29-14, 05:34 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,191
Posted By derail3

The plan is 5-6 days starting in Eugene going to...

The plan is 5-6 days starting in Eugene going to Klamath Falls via Crater Lake NP then ridding the
train home. Doing around 50 miles a day. All ready have a route Crater Lake NP to Klamath. Looking...
Forum: Touring
04-29-14, 11:20 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,191
Posted By derail3

Eugene OR - Crater Lake NP Or route?

Looking for a suggested route from Eugene OR to Crater Lake NP OR. I have looked at the ACA route via Sisters - Bend - Chemult. To many days for the vacation time we have. Google maps is...
03-26-14, 09:41 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,508
Posted By derail3

Emely has a posted photo of a new unpainted...

Emely has a posted photo of a new unpainted Metrofiet long john style cargo bike frame on her twitter page. Hopefully this means she is in the process of building a new cargo bike for her and the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-26-14, 09:28 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 9,758
Posted By derail3

I use a Radicalde Design Brompton Travel bag....

I use a Radicalde Design Brompton Travel bag. well made and thin padding can be added. www.radicaldedesign.nl

In the USA you can order them at Calhoun cycle MN.


Brompton Transport Bag by...
01-25-14, 05:33 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,508
Posted By derail3

Mom of 5 has Bakiets cargo bike stolen any updates?

Emily Finch mother of 5 kids in Portland OR had her Bakiets cargo bike that she uses to transport her kids stolen in November. Does any one know if she got it back, or replaced. If not how are her...
Forum: Touring
05-23-13, 11:06 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,183
Posted By derail3

hwy 34 between Corvallis OR - Waldport OR

Doing some tour planning. Am looking at riding highway 34 between Corvallis OR and Waldport OR. Does anyone have experience riding this section of road. What was the road conditions and traffic...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-20-13, 02:18 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,721
Posted By derail3

He told me it was Sacramento Ca to Las Vegas and...

He told me it was Sacramento Ca to Las Vegas and back. No issue with the TSA. Did not have to remove anything. Was prepared to secure it with long zip ties just incase he had to gate check it with...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-19-13, 10:50 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,721
Posted By derail3

Brompton + Southwest airlines + Vegas = Fun

A friend and fellow Brompton owner flew to Las Vegas last week on Southwest airlines with his Brompton as carry on. He said his M-6R would only fit handle bar up and rack out. 311752
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-25-12, 03:54 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,540
Posted By derail3

Can not tell from the photos of the new BF silk....

Can not tell from the photos of the new BF silk. But do you think you will be able to retrofit the new silk rear triangle to an older NWT or Air Friday?
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-07-12, 04:18 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 19,201
Posted By derail3

Brompton carrier block how much weight can it hold safely

I am going to start commuting to work on my Brompton next month. I have about 30 lbs of struff to carry to work. Is that to much weight for the carrier block and bag? I could not find a weight limit...
Forum: Commuting
04-10-11, 10:31 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,242
Posted By derail3

I have to agree that of the U.S. magazines...

I have to agree that of the U.S. magazines Bicycle Times and Momentum are the best available. I can also recomend two British Magazines. Velovision and A to B.

www.velovision.com

www.atob.org.uk
03-09-11, 11:15 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,518
Posted By derail3

Not sure what brand of grocery store you are...

Not sure what brand of grocery store you are dealing with. Safeway brand you can order online and have it delivered to your house for a fee. I have them do it every two weeks. Cost is not to bad....
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-16-10, 02:03 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,917
Posted By derail3

Here is something else to think about. Last year...

Here is something else to think about. Last year I went on a Colorado tour with Adventure Cycling. Rode the Amtrak train for CA - CO. The checked baggage limit has been reduced to 50lbs per bag,...
04-26-10, 03:04 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 632
Posted By derail3

Rent a single wheel BOB trailer in San Francisco - East Bay or Sacramento area?

Girlfriend wants to try self contained touring this summer. But dislikes the idea of mounting racks and bags on her road bike. She thinks a single wheel BOB trailer would be a better option. Does...
Forum: Touring
04-26-10, 03:00 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 357
Posted By derail3

Rent a single wheel BOB trailer in San Francisco - East Bay or Sacramento area?

Girlfriend wants to try self contained touring this summer. But dislikes the idea of mounting racks and bags on her road bike. She thinks a single wheel BOB trailer would be a better option. Does...
Forum: Commuting
04-19-10, 11:11 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,608
Posted By derail3

With you living in Alameda CA. I am going to...

With you living in Alameda CA. I am going to suggest you check out a new bike store in San Francisco. They just opened a few months ago and specialies in Dutch bicycle. Most of there bike models...
Forum: Commuting
10-27-09, 07:49 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,859
Posted By derail3

I realy like the look of the "Yakkay" helmet....

I realy like the look of the "Yakkay" helmet. Anyone know were you can buy it in the USA or something like it?
http://www.yakkay.com/Facts.aspx
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-31-09, 07:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,643
Posted By derail3

The new drop out options are a great idea. I...

The new drop out options are a great idea. I would be intrested in building a all weather commuter. Do you think the new drop outs will let me have Shimano 8 IGH in the rear and Shimano Dymo hub...
Forum: Commuting
12-03-08, 03:42 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 374
Posted By derail3

I live in the east bay and do not know the area....

I live in the east bay and do not know the area. But have you tried:

511.org bicycle mapper
http://bikemapper.mtc.ca.gov/BikeMapper/index.jsp

East Bay Bicycle coalition (west of the bay map)...
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-03-08, 03:26 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 866
Posted By derail3

If you realy want the stealth look. Don't paint...

If you realy want the stealth look. Don't paint over the BikeFriday decals. Just ask them not to put them on the bike. You can always put them on your self latter if you want.
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-24-08, 11:43 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,342
Posted By derail3

The Airnimal bikes are built around 24" wheels....

The Airnimal bikes are built around 24" wheels. There may be other bikes but 18" & 24" is not a common wheel sizes for folers. http://www.airnimal.com/
Forum: Commuting
09-08-08, 11:04 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,588
Posted By derail3

What bicycle magazines? Used to subscribe to...

What bicycle magazines? Used to subscribe to Bicycling. But became to much Rodie and to little commuter. Now I subscribe to "Velovision" and "A to B". Lots of commuter info and little rodie info. ...
Forum: Commuting
08-29-08, 02:27 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,491
Posted By derail3

I would recomend that you look at the ELECTRA...

I would recomend that you look at the ELECTRA AMSTERDAM ROYAL 8 Meets all most all the items on your list. http://www.electrabike.com/amsterdam/

DISC BRAKES - No Has roller brakes front and...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-26-08, 12:37 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,169
Posted By derail3

I do not have a Dahon but remembered see a...

I do not have a Dahon but remembered see a upgraded replacement seatpost shim and seat clamp. They are on the Gaerlan cycle web page http://www.gaerlan.com/dahon/misc.htm They are less then $10 us...
Forum: Commuting
07-10-08, 05:27 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,272
Posted By derail3

Another bicycle fashion blog. This time San...

Another bicycle fashion blog. This time San Francisco CA USA

http://velovogue.blogspot.com/
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-01-08, 09:04 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,220
Posted By derail3

I own a NWT and have used it for touring. The...

I own a NWT and have used it for touring. The ride is good, load carrying is good, and has a steel frame with standard parts. But do not be fooled. This is not a bike that folds small, neat or fast....
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-27-08, 08:08 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 7,489
Posted By derail3

I think this is a great idea[/B], Have a few...

I think this is a great idea[/B], Have a few suggestions.

Move the departure time back to 12pm (1200) because if folks are coming from out laying cities like Aurbun or San Jose by Amtrak Capitol...
Forum: Commuting
05-18-08, 10:24 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 8,122
Posted By derail3

I do not personally have any experance with a...

I do not personally have any experance with a Breezer or a duch bike. A friend I have know for years wanted a Breezer in the worst way about two years ago. But there were no Breezer dealers near him...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-10-08, 06:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 971
Posted By derail3

Video of girl using BART with Dahon folder

This is a video that BART (San Francisco subway/underground) did promoting the use of folding bikes on the trains. She is riding a new REI/Dahon folder.
...
04-30-08, 09:33 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,800
Posted By derail3

A "Bicycle Evolution Trailer" shopper model has...

A "Bicycle Evolution Trailer" shopper model has worked well for me. Real easy to take on and off the bike.

http://www.siteonthefly.com/bikerev/pg3.cfm
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-07-08, 09:31 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 8,052
Posted By derail3

Somnatash, I would realy like to replace my...

Somnatash,
I would realy like to replace my Brompton 6 speed with a 7-9 speed internal hub. Can you give us information on who did the Sturmey Archer swap and what did it cost?
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-07-08, 12:41 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 8,052
Posted By derail3

Buy the 6 speed it is usable for most rides. To...

Buy the 6 speed it is usable for most rides. To bad brompton has not made the drop outs wider and offered a Nexus-8 or Sram-9. It realy could use a wider gear range and would be less complicated then...
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