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Forum: Touring
04-20-16, 08:30 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 613
Posted By kylakemike

Thanks so much for the reply. However I am...

Thanks so much for the reply. However I am looking for more of a "home grown" solution. Some way to attach this particular case to my handlebars.
Forum: Touring
04-19-16, 05:07 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 613
Posted By kylakemike

Outdoor Products Phone Case

I have this case. It was cheap it works well and I would like to use it on my next tour as a way to mount my iPhone on my handlebars. Any ideas how I can accomplish this task is greatly appreciated....
Forum: Touring
01-05-16, 05:58 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 871
Posted By kylakemike

Thanks for everyone's input. I think I will leave...

Thanks for everyone's input. I think I will leave the laptop and tour only with the iPad and phone. The bike bins are waterproof however extra reassurance is always nice. I like the idea of the cheap...
Forum: Touring
01-02-16, 07:40 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 19,557
Posted By kylakemike

I am with you Sailor. It is an aggressive DIY...

I am with you Sailor. It is an aggressive DIY project but workable. I am afraid I would ruin my 520 frame. Would you kindly PM who you had do the work and the length of time it took?

To the OP...
Forum: Touring
01-02-16, 07:16 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 871
Posted By kylakemike

Thanks so much everyone for all the advice. Sorry...

Thanks so much everyone for all the advice. Sorry for the delayed response. I have been away from the board for several days.
Forum: Touring
12-27-15, 11:36 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 871
Posted By kylakemike

Cost of Vegans input: free Cost of his...

Cost of Vegans input: free
Cost of his Gregorian New Years Blurb: Free
Value of said blurb: Priceless.

That made me spew a very nice Chianti. Bravo.....
Forum: Touring
12-27-15, 10:32 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 871
Posted By kylakemike

Thank you so much Vegan and Gambler. I am...

Thank you so much Vegan and Gambler. I am certainly leaning towards the Ipad and appreciate your input. I have heard of the Lifeproof case but only cell phone versions. I will jump on Amazon and take...
Forum: Touring
12-27-15, 07:25 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 871
Posted By kylakemike

Electronics - Ipad or Laptop and Protective Cases

I will need to bring either my Ipad or my laptop for my Key West tour. My Ipad is an Air 2. I have a bluetooth keyboard case for it. My laptop is fairly large and heavy being a HP Probook for...
Forum: Touring
12-27-15, 08:37 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 7,400
Posted By kylakemike

Very very nice. Congratulations.

Very very nice. Congratulations.
Forum: Touring
12-24-15, 08:57 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,633
Posted By kylakemike

Excellent story IFPCL. The experience you shared...

Excellent story IFPCL. The experience you shared with us is the very reason I get on that bike. It's the journey and all that entails that motivates me. Thanks again for sharing.
Forum: Touring
12-23-15, 08:52 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,633
Posted By kylakemike

Ha! I see a story in there somewhere........

Ha! I see a story in there somewhere........
Forum: Touring
12-23-15, 08:47 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 494
Posted By kylakemike

Outstanding. Thank you for sharing.

Outstanding. Thank you for sharing.
Forum: Touring
12-13-15, 04:25 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,668
Posted By kylakemike

Thanks so much Ty0604.

Thanks so much Ty0604.
12-13-15, 12:20 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,950
Posted By kylakemike

I read the boards every day. One can typically...

I read the boards every day. One can typically find me in the touring section as that is my passion. I have found the forums to be an excellent source of information.
12-13-15, 12:11 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,005
Posted By kylakemike

Looks like an excellent choice. You really did...

Looks like an excellent choice. You really did your homework. Congratulations.
Forum: Touring
12-13-15, 07:28 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,668
Posted By kylakemike

Good to know as that is my next destination. As a...

Good to know as that is my next destination. As a single tourer I will take every mean necessary to keep my things.
Forum: Touring
12-13-15, 07:23 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,668
Posted By kylakemike

Would you be so kind as to point me in the...

Would you be so kind as to point me in the direction of this GPS system?

TIA - Kylakemike
Forum: Touring
11-16-15, 08:35 PM
Replies: 444
Views: 227,301
Posted By kylakemike

Beautiful bike. I have the same one purchased...

Beautiful bike. I have the same one purchased from a forum member. An excellent decision on my part. Love that bike.
Forum: Touring
11-16-15, 07:47 PM
Forum: Touring
09-17-15, 10:24 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 12,668
Posted By kylakemike

Over the years I have ridden pretty much every...

Over the years I have ridden pretty much every tire mentioned on this thread. However a fellow forum member summed it up best for me. Do you want to change tires or fix a flat while touring in the...
Forum: Touring
09-15-15, 07:49 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 748
Posted By kylakemike

Joe thank you so much for the kind words. Please...

Joe thank you so much for the kind words. Please accept my apology as I just now saw this post. It takes two good people to make for a successful transaction and you certainly are a fantastic fellow....
08-11-15, 09:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 699
Posted By kylakemike

Definitely.

Definitely.
08-10-15, 11:44 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 736
Posted By kylakemike

Paducah KY Bike Thefts

Greetings fellow cyclists,

I am in Texas however my home is in Western Kentucky. A local West Ky news website ran a story concerning the thefts of three bikes in Paducah Ky. The following is a cut...
Forum: Touring
07-25-15, 04:14 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 5,859
Posted By kylakemike

.....now that's funny :-)

.....now that's funny :-)
Forum: Touring
07-25-15, 09:08 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,098
Posted By kylakemike

Much appreciated DropBarFan. I have decided to...

Much appreciated DropBarFan. I have decided to cross over the state to the east coast and follow that route south. Thank you so much for sharing your experiences.
Forum: Touring
07-22-15, 09:10 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,098
Posted By kylakemike

Thanks bikenh. All good points that I will take...

Thanks bikenh. All good points that I will take into consideration. I am starting in East Texas which is already blazing hot and humid. It does not affect me as much as it does some others. I will...
Forum: Touring
07-22-15, 07:00 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,548
Posted By kylakemike

Scumbag bike thieves. So sorry for your loss....

Scumbag bike thieves. So sorry for your loss. Karma is with you.......and the thief.
Forum: Touring
07-22-15, 01:56 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,098
Posted By kylakemike

Thanks so much to all. What an excellent...

Thanks so much to all. What an excellent community. Torn between biking down the west side of Florida versus headed to the east side and taking the Greenway trail. either way I am really looking...
Forum: Touring
07-22-15, 10:19 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,098
Posted By kylakemike

Thanks so much for the replies. I appreciate the...

Thanks so much for the replies. I appreciate the information and will continue the info search.

kylakemike
Forum: Touring
07-21-15, 08:24 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,098
Posted By kylakemike

East Texas To Key West

I am embarking on a short tour in a few weeks. I will likely start in Nacogdoches Texas and conclude in Key West Florida. I plan to head southeast and pick up the gulf coast as soon as possible. I...
02-13-15, 11:33 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,269
Posted By kylakemike

That is a nice bike as well. My first Sirrus was...

That is a nice bike as well. My first Sirrus was a sport, very similar to what you currently own.
02-10-15, 12:08 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,269
Posted By kylakemike

Thank You Sir

Much appreciated. Very pleased with it so far.

kylakemike
02-09-15, 06:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,269
Posted By kylakemike

Changed the seat first thing. Added fenders as it...

Changed the seat first thing. Added fenders as it is an all around bike for me. Added my lighting rig. Thinking about changing the bars and the stem. Have not put my peddles on as of this writing.
02-09-15, 06:19 PM
Replies: 3,982
Views: 649,759
Posted By kylakemike

Rode in East Texas on the 7th as well. Head wind...

Rode in East Texas on the 7th as well. Head wind killed my time and and average speed.
02-09-15, 06:01 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,269
Posted By kylakemike

Specialized Elite Carbon Fiber Disc

My Christmas present to me. Loving it so far.

kylakemike
12-30-14, 11:15 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 47,032
Posted By kylakemike

Thank You

Much appreciated. I am a water buffalo.
12-30-14, 06:40 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 47,032
Posted By kylakemike

Does the bike have mounts for two water bottle...

Does the bike have mounts for two water bottle cages?
12-30-14, 06:28 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 47,032
Posted By kylakemike

I just ordered the exact same bike from a...

I just ordered the exact same bike from a Specialized dealer in Bossier City LA. Thank you so much for the excellent pictures and photo descriptions. I have enjoyed looking at each one. Now the agony...
04-19-13, 12:52 PM
Replies: 549
Views: 255,851
Posted By kylakemike

Nice bike. Let us know your thoughts after you...

Nice bike. Let us know your thoughts after you accumulate a few miles.
04-17-13, 11:22 AM
Replies: 549
Views: 255,851
Posted By kylakemike

Yup love your bike. Reminds me of my Sirrus of...

Yup love your bike. Reminds me of my Sirrus of the same color. Will post pics once my post count is high enough.
Forum: Touring
01-25-13, 03:19 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 8,889
Posted By kylakemike

Excellent points. I would rather pay a bit more...

Excellent points. I would rather pay a bit more for excellent service when needed.
Forum: Touring
01-25-13, 03:17 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 8,889
Posted By kylakemike

Point taken. Thanks.

Point taken. Thanks.
Forum: Touring
01-25-13, 03:16 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 8,889
Posted By kylakemike

Excellent point re: speed. Not something I had...

Excellent point re: speed. Not something I had thought about. Thanks for your input.
Forum: Touring
01-24-13, 04:44 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 8,889
Posted By kylakemike

I truly appreciate the input. As a general Brooks...

I truly appreciate the input. As a general Brooks discussion (apologize for any redundancy), how often should one treat a saddle? Is it dependent on age, amount of riding or a combination of both?
Forum: Touring
01-24-13, 01:55 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 8,889
Posted By kylakemike

Looking through the forums this past week,...

Looking through the forums this past week, specifically touring, many riders prefer a Brooks saddle. I do not mind the weight or the price and love the old school look and craftsmanship. I am leaning...
Forum: Touring
01-24-13, 12:27 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 8,889
Posted By kylakemike

Touring Saddle Input - Brooks B17 or Brooks Flyer

Will be doing some touring on my Specialized Sirrus this spring and summer. I need to replace the body geometry saddle with something else. I have looked at the Brooks B17 or the Flyer. Would...
Forum: Introductions
01-22-13, 08:50 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 258
Posted By kylakemike

Hi Nickpoz. My brother lives in Rineyville, just...

Hi Nickpoz. My brother lives in Rineyville, just outside of Elizabethtown. I visit him fairly frequently going to see UK play. I plan to bring my bike in the future and head to Louisville for some...
Forum: Introductions
01-22-13, 06:30 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 258
Posted By kylakemike

I frequent three different LBS, Bike World in...

I frequent three different LBS, Bike World in Paducah, Wood-N-Wave in Grand Rivers and Brecks in Evansville IN. I also shop online but rather enjoy the camaraderie, service and advice of the LBS.
Forum: Introductions
01-21-13, 08:13 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 258
Posted By kylakemike

Thanks so much. The info on this forum makes for...

Thanks so much. The info on this forum makes for a nice afternoon read.
Forum: Southeast
01-20-13, 02:06 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 12,144
Posted By kylakemike

West Ky here. Primarily the lakes area. Lots of...

West Ky here. Primarily the lakes area. Lots of good roads to ride.
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