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01-23-24, 10:46 AM
Replies: 419
Views: 68,896
Posted By Teamdarb

Install a shorter offset fork and you'd have the...

Install a shorter offset fork and you'd have the same thing in 700c. In my opinion.
11-23-23, 06:48 AM
Replies: 419
Views: 68,896
Posted By Teamdarb

I have not. I did grab a mixte headtube top lug...

I have not. I did grab a mixte headtube top lug though a few months ago. Trying to find one with the angle needed was difficult.
11-22-23, 10:01 PM
Replies: 419
Views: 68,896
Posted By Teamdarb

I spotted 3 completes in a bike shop yesterday. ...

I spotted 3 completes in a bike shop yesterday.

Bravo to putting 4k on the bike.
07-21-23, 11:06 AM
Replies: 419
Views: 68,896
Posted By Teamdarb

Ha. That would be an interesting find. The bad:...

Ha. That would be an interesting find. The bad: in my size the frame top tube confirmed to be over kill for its so called "tribute". The tube itself measured different to the provided diagram. Cannot...
07-05-23, 08:15 PM
Replies: 419
Views: 68,896
Posted By Teamdarb

Which do you want...the good news or the bad news?

Which do you want...the good news or the bad news?
06-20-23, 10:14 AM
Replies: 419
Views: 68,896
Posted By Teamdarb

What I wll do is run the band saw down the length...

What I wll do is run the band saw down the length of the tube to see what the thicknesses really are throughtout.
06-18-23, 02:57 PM
Replies: 419
Views: 68,896
Posted By Teamdarb

Always true. Something I noticed after cutting...

Always true. Something I noticed after cutting into the top tube- the paint is super thick. A powder coat with wet paint on top?
Forum: Touring
06-03-23, 11:27 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,708
Posted By Teamdarb

Tires were ran on a different bike with a longer...

Tires were ran on a different bike with a longer wheelbase.
Forum: Touring
06-03-23, 01:37 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,677
Posted By Teamdarb

Google maps is not a good choice for primary...

Google maps is not a good choice for primary routing. I can suggest going over to Crazyguyonabike or RideWithGPS. Nothing is new and I bet someone has done this similar idea.
Forum: Touring
06-02-23, 11:39 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,708
Posted By Teamdarb

Good questions. Rear mounted RTP in my use are at...

Good questions. Rear mounted RTP in my use are at best estimate 2500 or less miles. Basically I was replacing the chain and a single tire at the same time. That got expensive. Tandem randonneurs run...
Forum: Fatbikes
06-02-23, 01:02 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,341
Posted By Teamdarb

​​​​​​Cool you are in familiar company.

​​​​​​Cool you are in familiar company.
Forum: Touring
06-01-23, 08:23 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,708
Posted By Teamdarb

Naw, you are saying that.

Naw, you are saying that.
Forum: Fatbikes
06-01-23, 07:52 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,341
Posted By Teamdarb

What rim size and width? Do not overlook the...

What rim size and width? Do not overlook the VeeTires Speedster i.e. Jones bike...I think they run to 3.5 they run quieter and wear a bit better. I have run them on an 80mm wide rim without issue....
Forum: Touring
06-01-23, 07:38 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,708
Posted By Teamdarb

I have both pre tubeless and the current version....

I have both pre tubeless and the current version. Both have been extralight. My gripe then and still is based on constant usage over varied terrain and weather....they do not have enought tread...
Forum: Touring
06-01-23, 04:28 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,230
Posted By Teamdarb

That thread is specific to one bike. It does not...

That thread is specific to one bike. It does not represent the rest of the line up. What people may miss is the company is/was doing fleet services i.e. city, company or university bike supply....
Forum: Touring
06-01-23, 01:42 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,230
Posted By Teamdarb

Agreed. I went down to the local spot. Found a...

Agreed. I went down to the local spot. Found a fully dressed (fenders, lights, and dynamo hub) She Devil Large size to try out. Sadly it did not include racks.
Forum: Touring
06-01-23, 10:14 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,230
Posted By Teamdarb

Forgot to add, at being over 50- your wife may...

Forgot to add, at being over 50- your wife may find the medium a better fit over the small. Main reason I state this is there is more space when at a stop to stand between the saddle and handlebar....
Forum: Touring
06-01-23, 10:09 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,230
Posted By Teamdarb

Yes, you can use the She Devil. However, you need...

Yes, you can use the She Devil. However, you need to really consider what others are stating about the gearing, quality, customer service, and the fit is most important. I am 5'4 and 130lb.... I...
05-27-23, 10:13 AM
Replies: 419
Views: 68,896
Posted By Teamdarb

I do prefer the water bladder over water bottles....

I do prefer the water bladder over water bottles. Carrying it- not so much. I would wear a 3 liter pack for a long time until the bag finally split. I disliked the sweaty back it left me with all...
05-27-23, 10:07 AM
Replies: 419
Views: 68,896
Posted By Teamdarb

I have a 20 oz and 24 oz bottle. But I generally...

I have a 20 oz and 24 oz bottle. But I generally will carry a 16oz or 20oz soda as well. I do start hydrated. Yesterday was pretty warm and I went through all three at 74 miles. I am more of camel...
05-25-23, 09:23 AM
Replies: 419
Views: 68,896
Posted By Teamdarb

The Velocity statement to not needing rim tape...

The Velocity statement to not needing rim tape makes sense if using tubes. I cannot speak to the truth of the relationship between the two vendors.
05-25-23, 08:42 AM
Replies: 419
Views: 68,896
Posted By Teamdarb

I am not emotionally attached to whether this is...

I am not emotionally attached to whether this is a waste of time. I mention the quirky measurement only in passing, not for kindling.
05-24-23, 12:29 PM
Replies: 419
Views: 68,896
Posted By Teamdarb

I was toying around the idea of just turning it...

I was toying around the idea of just turning it into a mixte instead of just replacing the top tube for compliance. The headtube is too short and would need replacing along with adjusting the seat...
05-24-23, 12:23 PM
Replies: 419
Views: 68,896
Posted By Teamdarb

It's easier to see using the darker color of...

It's easier to see using the darker color of Streetsurfer's previous photo versus on my white frame....
05-24-23, 10:58 AM
Replies: 419
Views: 68,896
Posted By Teamdarb

I noticed somthing today while taking...

I noticed somthing today while taking measurements for modifying the frame. The rear dropouts are actually different lengths. The non driveside is 50mm long and the driveside is 60mm long.
05-08-23, 03:15 PM
Replies: 419
Views: 68,896
Posted By Teamdarb

I would not agree with it being the wrong bike....

I would not agree with it being the wrong bike. Built without consideration is more on the nose.
05-08-23, 02:33 PM
Replies: 419
Views: 68,896
Posted By Teamdarb

The stock tubes are overkill for a frame this...

The stock tubes are overkill for a frame this size. I weigh 130-140lbs dressed. I should have scooped up a first gen Crust Lightning Bolt.
05-08-23, 01:57 PM
Replies: 419
Views: 68,896
Posted By Teamdarb

Tubes are cheaper than frames. Zap! Zap! Done.

Tubes are cheaper than frames. Zap! Zap! Done.
05-08-23, 01:34 PM
Replies: 419
Views: 68,896
Posted By Teamdarb

Wow, the bees and gnats are going to love you. ...

Wow, the bees and gnats are going to love you.

I came up with a good/bad idea the other day in ordering some frame tubes. The 28.6 top tube on this 49cm frame is just dumb. I ordered a 25.4...
05-01-23, 09:26 AM
Replies: 419
Views: 68,896
Posted By Teamdarb

You have it right to call the ends drops....

You have it right to call the ends drops. However, in this bar use case I view it as a flat bar with bar ends and aero extensions. The "drops" being bar ends and the ramp of the drops as the aero...
04-30-23, 12:02 PM
Replies: 419
Views: 68,896
Posted By Teamdarb

Right. Now slowly think about what I wrote...

Right. Now slowly think about what I wrote before. Better yet, take a ruler and measure to the end from the saddle and then from inside the drops to the saddle. The furthest point is the drops, not...
04-30-23, 09:06 AM
Replies: 419
Views: 68,896
Posted By Teamdarb

If you spend all your time on the ends of that...

If you spend all your time on the ends of that bar, it would mean you probably ready for an upright bar, higher stack, or shorter stem. If you spent your time in the drop/curve of that bar then I...
04-29-23, 05:17 PM
Replies: 419
Views: 68,896
Posted By Teamdarb

I switch between the bars. The drops allow a...

I switch between the bars. The drops allow a better, dare I say, way to exploit a draft. I live on the road. Been traveling since 2011, so long distances are a norm whether it be off or on road, good...
04-29-23, 09:48 AM
Replies: 419
Views: 68,896
Posted By Teamdarb

You can pick up longer screws at the hardware...

You can pick up longer screws at the hardware store too. They are just M3 x .5 in various lengths. Look in the machine screw section....
04-25-23, 08:24 PM
Replies: 419
Views: 68,896
Posted By Teamdarb

Any clicky pen spring will work, but obviously a...

Any clicky pen spring will work, but obviously a trip to the hardware store may result in stainless option. Also, the drop out screws goes the other way round. The reason will make it adjustible by...
04-25-23, 07:06 AM
Replies: 419
Views: 68,896
Posted By Teamdarb

Anyone else notice the XOXO is no longer listed...

Anyone else notice the XOXO is no longer listed on their website? Not even by direct link.
04-24-23, 06:59 PM
Replies: 419
Views: 68,896
Posted By Teamdarb

I am the reason the frameset prices went down to...

I am the reason the frameset prices went down to 420 (419.99). Like I said before: I knew what I was getting into.
...
04-24-23, 05:54 PM
Replies: 419
Views: 68,896
Posted By Teamdarb

[​​​​​QUOTE=jadmt;22870260]can I get a close up...

[​​​​​QUOTE=jadmt;22870260]can I get a close up photo of your drop out? thanks[/QUOTE]

At least you got a head badge. Which drop out?
04-24-23, 04:25 PM
Replies: 419
Views: 68,896
Posted By Teamdarb

The springs came with the frameset. Albiet, I had...

The springs came with the frameset. Albiet, I had to dig around in the protective wrap before I found them stuck to tape . Did you not find yours?
04-24-23, 04:17 PM
Replies: 419
Views: 68,896
Posted By Teamdarb

The adjust makes a huge difference for me with...

The adjust makes a huge difference for me with the small frame. When I ran it with the wheel far forward for a week mainly for fender fit, the bike was harsh to ride despite using a zero offset seat...
04-24-23, 03:19 PM
Replies: 419
Views: 68,896
Posted By Teamdarb

RH tires been that way for years along with their...

RH tires been that way for years along with their "customer service".

I have tried the Michelin 1.0, 1.4, Pasela 1.5 and current the T serv 1.75. The handling was much better with the narrow 1.4...
04-24-23, 12:49 PM
Replies: 419
Views: 68,896
Posted By Teamdarb

That is an impressive failure for the Dyad. It is...

That is an impressive failure for the Dyad. It is about at tough as they come.

I have found with using the same handlebars the tire size that compliments the frameset for me to be smaller than...
03-21-23, 12:50 AM
Replies: 419
Views: 68,896
Posted By Teamdarb

A bit more motivation ...

A bit more motivation
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All dressed to go out.
03-15-23, 01:06 PM
Replies: 419
Views: 68,896
Posted By Teamdarb

I knew what I was getting into when dealing with...

I knew what I was getting into when dealing with anything related to Handsome.

Also, it is not circled or the reason I posted the photo. What you are seeing is the straddle cable uncut and looped.
03-14-23, 06:37 PM
Replies: 419
Views: 68,896
Posted By Teamdarb

49cm frame. Mix of Ultegra and modern 105. ...

49cm frame. Mix of Ultegra and modern 105.
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Forum: Touring
05-27-21, 02:32 PM
Replies: 4,817
Views: 2,611,424
Posted By Teamdarb

Then you would love the fat bike I am currently...

Then you would love the fat bike I am currently traveling on. Yep.... Still going in 2021
Forum: Touring
08-14-19, 05:17 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 7,208
Posted By Teamdarb

I aint breaking it down.

I aint breaking it down.
Forum: Touring
08-13-19, 02:26 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 7,208
Posted By Teamdarb

Generally, in the circle which I am in, many...

Generally, in the circle which I am in, many folks start chat aiming for either southern Texas or any place below Okeechobee, FL. I have also noticed the migration depends on social media exposure as...
Forum: Touring
08-04-19, 10:21 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 7,208
Posted By Teamdarb

I do. Since 2011. I end up in the same seasonal...

I do. Since 2011. I end up in the same seasonal loop each year somehow. My winters seem to occure in Maine. It started with volunteering one year. That has led to autum pilgrimages annually. I swap...
Forum: Touring
07-12-19, 06:16 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,966
Posted By Teamdarb

I have written quite a few. Especially, for host...

I have written quite a few. Especially, for host who expect payment with no notification in their profile that they are running a B&B or hiker hostel. I have written for host who shove folks out the...
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