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Forum: Touring
12-08-22, 06:49 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 4,447
Posted By rifraf

Those polished stainless Berthoud fenders really...

Those polished stainless Berthoud fenders really look the biz on your Monkey.
I've never regretted them for my Ogre or my choice of black colour frame choice for a classic look.
Enjoy!!!!!
Forum: Touring
10-25-22, 04:07 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,294
Posted By rifraf

Thanks for sharing Raybo, much appreciated. ...

Thanks for sharing Raybo, much appreciated.

It got me trying to remember how long ago it was since my own touring in Ireland when I spent approximately 15 months there.

I was surprised to...
Forum: Touring
09-05-22, 09:01 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,071
Posted By rifraf

Thanks for the link. Been toying with taking up...

Thanks for the link.
Been toying with taking up the mandolin and had been wondering how I might haul it around, and this looks like a definite contender
Forum: Touring
07-31-22, 04:15 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,504
Posted By rifraf

Cyccos been offering the same great advice on...

Cyccos been offering the same great advice on spoke choice for many years now.
I was going to follow it myself but it turned out that the Alpines weren’t friendly with my particular IGH due to their...
Forum: Touring
07-17-22, 10:10 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,504
Posted By rifraf

I’d strongly agree that spoke choice is important...

I’d strongly agree that spoke choice is important if your aiming for longevity in your wheels.
Some people expressed strong opinions (many negative) at the time of my rims and spoke choice (Cx-Ray),...
Forum: Touring
07-17-22, 09:40 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,504
Posted By rifraf

I heard a lot about issues around 10 or 12 years...

I heard a lot about issues around 10 or 12 years ago when I got paranoid about my choice, from well intentioned members of a local cycling forum.
The more I read and researched about the problems...
Forum: Touring
07-17-22, 09:27 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,504
Posted By rifraf

I’ve been running 36 spoke Velocity Dyads on my...

I’ve been running 36 spoke Velocity Dyads on my bikes for a quite a while now, currently with Son dynamo and IGH hub, both disk braked with zero issues (touch wood).
Never used a narrower tyre than...
Forum: Touring
07-16-22, 12:48 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,173
Posted By rifraf

I was using a cheap shower cap to keep my Brooks...

I was using a cheap shower cap to keep my Brooks Flyer Special dry after I’d noticed my Brooks cover wasn’t up to the torrential rain hereabouts. Alas the UV from the sun had recently degraded the...
Forum: Touring
07-16-22, 12:39 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,173
Posted By rifraf

I’d recommend you do more research OP. Ive...

I’d recommend you do more research OP.

Ive not been to the Brooks site in a long time but they used to recommend the b17 for riding bikes whose handlebars higher than the saddle.

Its not a rule...
Forum: Touring
07-16-22, 12:15 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 856
Posted By rifraf

Maybe a few details to ping people’s memory...

Maybe a few details to ping people’s memory cells.
a tour (where) on maybe what (bike) might trigger something from so long ago.
I hope it said palatably when I suggest your not offering much to go...
Forum: Touring
07-10-22, 11:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,336
Posted By rifraf

G’day Smasha, just a quick note to let you know...

G’day Smasha,
just a quick note to let you know the Tubus Stainless in my experience (Nova/ Cosmo) is more rust resistant than rust proof.
A slight oxidisation manifesting as discolouration for...
Forum: Touring
07-04-22, 05:05 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 942
Posted By rifraf

Wow, hat off to you for the ability to mash those...

Wow, hat off to you for the ability to mash those sort of high ratios.
I damaged my knees riding too high a gear when I was young and now spin in low ratios at a high cadence so as to keep riding...
Forum: Touring
07-02-22, 05:18 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 843
Posted By rifraf

Does seeing these assist? I use one to hang an...

Does seeing these assist? I use one to hang an Ortlieb bar bag off

https://www.sjscycles.co.uk/accessories/thorn-accessory-bar-t-shaped-55-mm-extension...
Forum: Touring
06-23-22, 06:27 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,150
Posted By rifraf

Thank you for the link. I found it very...

Thank you for the link.
I found it very interesting and informative.
Like yourself, having been more than satisfied with my hardware, over a decade now, I’d not kept up with the plethora of...
Forum: Touring
06-22-22, 11:06 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,150
Posted By rifraf

Thanks for the battery tip. I’ll be sure to...

Thanks for the battery tip.
I’ll be sure to explore the Voltaic offerings now I’m aware of them.

On another note I spotted that the makers of your Revolution, have come up with an updated version...
Forum: Touring
06-22-22, 05:13 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,150
Posted By rifraf

I was (and still am) impressed by the...

I was (and still am) impressed by the waterproofness of the Revolution, doubly so due to living coastal where salt air has the potential to quickly corrode not just bicycle parts but generally...
Forum: Touring
06-22-22, 04:50 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,150
Posted By rifraf

The mounting sure is a bit of an eyesore compared...

The mounting sure is a bit of an eyesore compared to your Cinq5 and I simply put up with the E-werk rubber banded to my bike frames head tube.
Wilst a visual irritant to me, I can’t complain about...
Forum: Touring
06-22-22, 01:34 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,150
Posted By rifraf

I made alternate purchases after reading more...

I made alternate purchases after reading more than a few issues with regards the various charging solutions of this ilk and their (decade ago now) often mentioned, water induced failure rate, despite...
Forum: Touring
06-22-22, 01:24 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 4,447
Posted By rifraf

https://www.sjscycles.co.uk/mudguards/gilles-berth...

https://www.sjscycles.co.uk/mudguards/gilles-berthoud-fixing-bracket-set-for-rear-fender-on-brake-bridge/?...
Forum: Touring
06-22-22, 01:06 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 4,447
Posted By rifraf

Bottom Bracket height

Just remember to check both your new bottom bracket height and thus potential for pedal strike once off the tarmac, before committing to a smaller wheel size.

I remember reading of the issue...
Forum: Touring
06-11-22, 05:14 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 652
Posted By rifraf

The Vivente gets lots of good press and owner...

The Vivente gets lots of good press and owner feedback on local Australian cycle forums to the point that I’d consider one should my Surly suffer catastrophic failure.
I’ve heard great things...
Forum: Touring
06-07-22, 12:54 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,643
Posted By rifraf

G’day Garryg, the “Hoff” can be an acquired...

G’day Garryg,
the “Hoff” can be an acquired taste and take some time to get to the point where you start to enjoy ownership.
Due to feedback through the pedals, many think they can feel “drag” and...
Forum: Touring
06-05-22, 11:17 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,523
Posted By rifraf

It appears you made a great job of your...

It appears you made a great job of your alternative - well done.

I wonder, given the OP’s carbon fibre frame, there might not be garnered extra anti-fall security by way of a front rack stand to...
Forum: Touring
06-05-22, 08:41 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 4,447
Posted By rifraf

Should have added

No worries.

https://extrawheel.com/categories/bicycle-trailers/

A tip might be, concerning trailers, especially Extrawheel trailers, fender un-drilled for rear frame seat-stay would be best...
Forum: Touring
06-05-22, 08:06 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 4,447
Posted By rifraf

On my Surly Ogre, I’ve been very happy with my...

On my Surly Ogre, I’ve been very happy with my polished stainless steel Gilles Berthoud fenders.

A decade ago when I built up my bike their website was a little clunky but useable.

Ive not...
Forum: Touring
06-03-22, 08:54 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,523
Posted By rifraf

This thread has enthused me to tear the house...

This thread has enthused me to tear the house apart in search of my Clickstand

I left in a hurry on my last tour and it didn’t come with me, so it’s been nearly a year since I’ve seen it last.
Forum: Touring
05-30-22, 04:54 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 624
Posted By rifraf

Ive often bought small and odd ball hard to...

Ive often bought small and odd ball hard to source bicycle stuff from these guys in the UK.
https://www.sjscycles.co.uk/rack-spares/?geoc=NZ&page=2

Another UK firm I’ve recently started buying...
Forum: Touring
05-26-22, 02:37 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,027
Posted By rifraf

Hi PedalingWalrus Thanks heaps for all your...

Hi PedalingWalrus
Thanks heaps for all your efforts with this detailed and speedy response.
Much appreciated
Forum: Touring
05-26-22, 02:20 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 4,921
Posted By rifraf

Don’t forget to keep an eye on your local online...

Don’t forget to keep an eye on your local online auctIons and Craigslist used/for sale type of media.
Good luck
Forum: Touring
05-25-22, 07:18 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,029
Posted By rifraf

Hmmmmmmmm

Personally, I’d be hoping to find the leak without having to make the leap into the bath but certainly you’d be right with regards to water temperatures if it was deemed necessary to climb on in,...
Forum: Touring
05-25-22, 06:52 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,027
Posted By rifraf

G’day PedalingWalrus, a map of your route if...

G’day PedalingWalrus,
a map of your route if possible would be great as well reading of the prices of everything as an aid for those following in your tire tread prints (not least the green chilli)...
Forum: Touring
05-25-22, 05:40 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,029
Posted By rifraf

More than a few people swear by looking for...

More than a few people swear by looking for escaping air bubbles in warm water as opposed to cold .
Forum member Aushiker (Andrew) being one if memory serves.
Good luck
Forum: Touring
05-25-22, 01:30 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,029
Posted By rifraf

Whilst I currently utilise a Sea To Summit...

Whilst I currently utilise a Sea To Summit Ultralight Insulated inflatable mat, and its super durable, I recently spent just over a year on one, residing in a campground in a Macpac Minaret tent, I...
Forum: Touring
05-25-22, 12:30 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 4,921
Posted By rifraf

Tubus

I’ve been very happy with the Tubus racks.
I opted for the stainless Cosmo and Nova a decade ago for my then new bike build.
Living coastal they are still subject to some minor oxidisation but an...
Forum: Touring
02-01-21, 02:12 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 27,581
Posted By rifraf

My understanding is Australia and New Zealand...

My understanding is Australia and New Zealand have amongst the highest incidence of melanoma percentages in the world.

After having some facial cancerous growths burnt off with what I think was...
Forum: Touring
12-18-20, 06:48 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 13,320
Posted By rifraf

Hmmmmm

Well that makes sense.
I'm off to look for a paper clip.
I must be going to the wrong stores as I've only some across the red Locktite locally.
I'll have to research the various options now I know...
Forum: Touring
12-18-20, 06:43 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 13,320
Posted By rifraf

Cosmo

Fans of the Cosmo might need to consider grabbing one whilst they are still available, given its stainless "twin" the Nova (front) appears discontinued, much to my surprise.
If it means anything to...
Forum: Touring
12-10-20, 03:42 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,542
Posted By rifraf

Add Rohloff to your list of "dont fit". Might...

Add Rohloff to your list of "dont fit".
Might have mentioned it previously but the Alpines were top of my list after reading your recommendations back around 2011/2012 but alas they weren't...
Forum: Touring
12-09-20, 07:24 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,542
Posted By rifraf

Oh I think one can...... Or at least I can and...

Oh I think one can......
Or at least I can and do.
36 for me :)


Either that or bike shops try to sell products that will need more maintenance in order to have a source of income by way of...
Forum: Touring
12-04-20, 11:51 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 11,252
Posted By rifraf

Looks like many Tarptents are heading in the...

Looks like many Tarptents are heading in the Dyneema direction so if you hold off for a bit......
Forum: Touring
12-04-20, 11:44 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 11,252
Posted By rifraf

I spotted in a local bushwalking forum that...

I spotted in a local bushwalking forum that Tarptent has recently produced the cuban fibre (Dyneema) version of the Protrail.

https://www.tarptent.com/product/protrail-li/
...
Forum: Touring
12-01-20, 05:58 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,025
Posted By rifraf

Great tip:thumb:

Great tip:thumb:
Forum: Touring
12-01-20, 01:05 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,025
Posted By rifraf

Another rack some might find worthy of...

Another rack some might find worthy of consideration is the Pass and Stow (https://www.passandstowracks.com)

These are a painted cro-mo steel rack that was getting some positive comments in the...
Forum: Touring
11-23-20, 11:53 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 13,369
Posted By rifraf

My Ogre when "winterised" sports a pair of 60mm...

My Ogre when "winterised" sports a pair of 60mm Gilles Berthoud polished stainless fenders, so I'm keeping a very open mind with regards complementing them with an Aravis next I'm in the market for a...
Forum: Touring
11-22-20, 08:39 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,789
Posted By rifraf

Not sure why the text size ended up enlarged

Yes Rohloff says:To prevent overstraining the hub, a minimum sprocket ratio of 1.9 must be used. With the available sprockets these minumum possible sprocket ratios are:
chainring/sprocket: ~40/21,...
Forum: Touring
11-22-20, 07:26 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 8,141
Posted By rifraf

You might find the Moulton bicycles interesting. ...

You might find the Moulton bicycles interesting.
I rode one for a couple of decades before moving to Australia and finding it couldn't haul enough water and luggage for my needs there but was great...
Forum: Touring
11-21-20, 08:03 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,644
Posted By rifraf

Always great to see people sharing resources -...

Always great to see people sharing resources - thank you
Forum: Touring
11-21-20, 06:58 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,644
Posted By rifraf

How do you think it was intended? Much of...

How do you think it was intended?

Much of the world has an out of control wave of death running through it.

Some countries don't.


​​​​You don't feel any frustration?

I'm currently...
Forum: Touring
11-21-20, 05:41 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,644
Posted By rifraf

My sympathy for any countries peoples whose...

My sympathy for any countries peoples whose leaders failed to emulate New Zealands early hard lockdown approach to Covid.

You've been very much let down.
Forum: Touring
11-13-20, 06:27 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 8,141
Posted By rifraf

One alternative to consider might be the Jeff...

One alternative to consider might be the Jeff Jones H-loop bar.
I bought one for my bike and haven't looked back

https://youtu.be/Ndt8Di_TjJE

They won't suit everybody of course
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