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Forum: Touring
10-05-22, 07:42 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,494
Posted By balrog687

check these ones, 130 usd/pair ...

check these ones, 130 usd/pair

https://www.choikebags.cl/producto/alforja/

300 grs per pannier, 20lts of capacity
Forum: Adaptive Cycling: Handcycles, Amputee Adaptation, Visual Impairment, and Other Needs
08-04-22, 12:34 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,692
Posted By balrog687

Left hand 10-speed Shimano shifter

Hello everyone!

My girlfriend had an accident and will take 1 year to (hopefully) recover her right hand/arm mobility. My goal is to allow her to safely ride her bike with her left hand.

Is...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-31-22, 09:01 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 528
Posted By balrog687

You can increase comfort in two ways, passive...

You can increase comfort in two ways, passive suspension aka bigger tires, or active suspension.

On the passive side of things, look for the biggest possible tire, 650x47 is pretty standard on the...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-14-22, 03:07 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,156
Posted By balrog687

I think the best solution is a quadlock...

I think the best solution is a quadlock case/mount plus an anker powerbank.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-02-21, 08:39 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 5,881
Posted By balrog687

I think here lies the best answer ...

I think here lies the best answer

https://www.cyclingabout.com/touring-tyres-rolling-resistance-testing/



And the data is here

https://www.bicyclerollingresistance.com/tour-reviews
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-30-21, 06:18 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 21,381
Posted By balrog687

I think most of the production is extra batch...

I think most of the production is extra batch capacity beyond the production order quantities. So if your optimal production is 100, and your client (shimano) makes an order for 90, you produce 100...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-29-21, 02:07 PM
Replies: 1,390
Views: 67,995
Posted By balrog687

personally, I would love a 1978 bianchi with...

personally, I would love a 1978 bianchi with modern components. I don't see the problem with that, best of both worlds
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-29-21, 01:57 PM
Replies: 162
Views: 9,212
Posted By balrog687

it's a full circle road bikes are gravel...

it's a full circle

road bikes are gravel bikes
90's bikes are gravel bikes
gravel bikes are XC bikes
XC bikes are "down-country"
trail bikes are more enduro
enduro is now closer to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-09-20, 09:09 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,537
Posted By balrog687

2.4 tires are the minimum recomended for 35mm...

2.4 tires are the minimum recomended for 35mm inner rims. So +1 to schwalbe g one speed on 29x2.35 or surly ET on 29x2.5 if you want more durability.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-09-20, 09:02 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,892
Posted By balrog687

+1 to aero bars, cleats and probably new tires. ...

+1 to aero bars, cleats and probably new tires.

I would add a proper bikefit, so you don't get injured. check competitive cyclist for a DIY bike fit with very good instructions.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-09-20, 08:59 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,821
Posted By balrog687

I have a hope pro evo 2 bolt on hub, my surly...

I have a hope pro evo 2 bolt on hub, my surly ogre have horizontal dropouts, so it's better for me, it's a really high quality hub.
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
01-30-20, 09:06 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,055
Posted By balrog687

check on aliexpress for a replica of aftershockz,...

check on aliexpress for a replica of aftershockz, bluetooth bone conducting headphones.

It's way more safe and really cheap
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-30-20, 09:03 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 14,412
Posted By balrog687

check this link ...

check this link

https://www.cyclingabout.com/carbon-touring-bikes/
Forum: Touring
01-30-20, 09:02 AM
Replies: 186
Views: 25,179
Posted By balrog687

for me it's like one word will replace the other,...

for me it's like one word will replace the other, just that.

Old school people will still refer to ciclotouring vs new generations just talking about bikepacking. that's all.
Forum: Touring
11-15-19, 10:25 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,033
Posted By balrog687

I still have an arcteryx Beta AR. It's a...

I still have an arcteryx Beta AR. It's a hardshell, probably overkill in most situations, but totally trustworthy on really bad weather, I've used it in Alaska, Canada, Chilean Andes, Carretera...
Forum: Touring
08-11-17, 10:17 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 15,455
Posted By balrog687

I'm traveling with a Belgium girl. She's using...

I'm traveling with a Belgium girl. She's using 27+ tubeless rims and tires.. no flats or any issue in 3 months and a half.. from Alaska to Yellowstone..

I already have like 4 flats using tubes...
Forum: Touring
08-03-17, 09:53 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 872
Posted By balrog687

From Rocky mountain to redwoods

Hello everyone

I'm bikepacking from Alaska to Patagonia. Currently following the continental divide (close to Helena in Montana).

I want to go to Yellowstone and grand Teton and after that...
Forum: Touring
03-09-16, 08:33 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 6,790
Posted By balrog687

Suspension fork for surly ogre

Hello!

I'm looking for a suspension fork with very low maintenance for my surly ogre.

1 1/8" steering
80/100/120mm coil spring
open bath (is this better for low maintenance?)
32mm stanchions...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-28-15, 12:11 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,737
Posted By balrog687

bike-components.de

bike-components.de
Forum: Touring
07-13-15, 07:16 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 11,305
Posted By balrog687

I have a arc'teryx beta AR, a very high-end gore...

I have a arc'teryx beta AR, a very high-end gore tex pro hardshell.

I bought this one because after 3 years of heavy use my cheaper coated jacket just simply died.

The main reason to choose...
Forum: Touring
07-08-15, 08:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 725
Posted By balrog687

Aparently the best chance is to have 5/6 daysof...

Aparently the best chance is to have 5/6 daysof northern lights in march-april

http://www.aurorahunter.com/images/science/Average-Number-of-Geomagnetically-Disturbed-Day-1932-2007-.gif
Forum: Touring
07-08-15, 12:06 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 725
Posted By balrog687

Thanks for all your replies I think 3...

Thanks for all your replies


I think 3 months is enough to reach banff, so I think I will be there by the end of July.
Forum: Touring
07-06-15, 01:54 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 725
Posted By balrog687

Best season for alaska-ushuaia tour

Hello,

I'm saving money to do alaska-ushuaia by bike, probably I'll have enough money (23,000 USD just for daily expenses) by the end of the next year and would like to know what's the best...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
07-06-15, 11:41 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,514
Posted By balrog687

Best handlebar mount + ipx7 case for cellphone

Hello,

I was looking for an ipx7 case + handlebar mount combo, after looking over internet found this.

Mojo Refuel Aqua S Battery Case

Cost 99,95 USD
Protection ipx8
Includes 2200 mAh...
Forum: Touring
07-06-15, 11:29 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,871
Posted By balrog687

surly LHT? 26 inch wheels 42cm frame ...

surly LHT?

26 inch wheels
42cm frame

I think is small enough..

or maybe this on small size

Bike24 - Ghost PANAMAO 6 LADY Trekking Bike 2015 - copper/white/blue...
Forum: Touring
12-18-14, 03:46 PM
Replies: 4,822
Views: 2,616,616
Posted By balrog687

My sury ogre finished deore 3x10 transmision...

My sury ogre finished

deore 3x10 transmision
velocity chukker rims
deore hubs
schwalbe marathon mondials tires 29x2
brooks B17 saddle
avid bb7 brakes
tubus logo classic rear rack
shimano...
Forum: Touring
07-15-14, 10:19 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,462
Posted By balrog687

I've been using a Ortlieb Office Bag plus a REI...

I've been using a Ortlieb Office Bag plus a REI padded notebook sleeve for 3 years with my dell laptop. this setup is good enough for commuting over cobbles and stuff.


My laptop even survive to...
Forum: Touring
06-10-14, 09:54 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,510
Posted By balrog687

this!! ...

this!!

http://www.fahrradmanufaktur.de/katalog/trekking/T-XXL-Shimano-Deore-27-Gang
Forum: Touring
02-26-14, 01:49 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,613
Posted By balrog687

Go for the 29er frame and OMM racks with clamps...

Go for the 29er frame and OMM racks with clamps or check if frame have v-brake pivots.

They are schwalbe marathon mondials in 29x2,00 and lots 29er 36h rims for disk brakes...
Forum: Touring
02-26-14, 01:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,521
Posted By balrog687

I like this one http://vimeo.com/23402440

I like this one

http://vimeo.com/23402440
Forum: Touring
01-27-14, 12:38 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,918
Posted By balrog687

I live in Santiago de Chile, you don't have...

I live in Santiago de Chile, you don't have problems here if you need shimano mountain bike parts, but wait for a rolhoff hub or a tandem hub takes about 1-2 weeks.

Here we have cannondale, giant...
Forum: Touring
01-27-14, 09:12 AM
Replies: 126
Views: 12,510
Posted By balrog687

Carretera austral (Chile), puerto varas to puerto...

Carretera austral (Chile), puerto varas to puerto chacabuco.
Forum: Touring
01-21-14, 03:30 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,214
Posted By balrog687

MSR whisperlite universal has good reviews on...

MSR whisperlite universal has good reviews on crazyguyonabike..
Forum: Commuting
01-21-14, 03:17 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,175
Posted By balrog687

This!! marmot precip shell ...

This!! marmot precip shell

http://www.backcountryedge.com/images/PRODUCT/medium/marmot-precip-shell-glove.jpg
Forum: Commuting
01-21-14, 03:14 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 9,038
Posted By balrog687

This!! ferrino zephyr 15+3** ...

This!! ferrino zephyr 15+3**
...
Forum: Touring
01-13-14, 10:04 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 668
Posted By balrog687

A guy found a usb stick full of pictures from a couple cyclotouring in Chile

Now he's trying to find the owners of the pics.
...
Forum: Touring
10-24-13, 03:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,574
Posted By balrog687

SRAM X5 3x9 speeds suitable for touring

Is the SRAM X5 groupset reliable for expedition touring? compared to a shimano deore groupset?

I'm planning a trip from alaska to ushuaia on a surly troll and I really like the grip-shift system....
Forum: Living Car Free
10-09-13, 12:25 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,500
Posted By balrog687

Big reason N°1: It's free Big reason N°2: It's...

Big reason N°1: It's free
Big reason N°2: It's better.

You don't have to pay taxes
You don't have to pay insurance
You don't have to pay for park your bike
You don't have to deal with rising...
Forum: Touring
09-13-13, 08:15 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 11,764
Posted By balrog687

I'm currently thinking on a 3x11 very-low setup. ...

I'm currently thinking on a 3x11 very-low setup.

Sugino/Andel crankset
Shimano ultegra 11 speeds 11-32 cassete (2014 model)
Shimano ultegra bar-end shifters
Campagnolo Athena 3x11 front...
Forum: Commuting
08-28-13, 09:05 AM
Replies: 150
Views: 25,401
Posted By balrog687

This is my old-school dream setup for...

This is my old-school dream setup for touring-commuting

Reynolds 953 Frame and Fork
Phil Wood touring cassette hub 36 holes
Mavic A719 rims 36 holes
Wheelsmith butted spokes
Brooks B17 Saddle...
Forum: Touring
08-31-12, 03:46 PM
Replies: 4,822
Views: 2,616,616
Posted By balrog687

270411270412

270411270412
Forum: South America, Latin America, and the Caribbean Regional Rides and Events
08-31-12, 03:35 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 3,172
Posted By balrog687

Monthly ride Santiago de Chile

The first tuesday of each month a comunity called movement of the furious cyclists (https://www.facebook.com/furiososciclistas) organize a critical mass in Santiago de Chile, the last one was the...
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