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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-07-21, 02:03 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,270
Posted By Jack Kessler

Flat hazards on the GDMBR

Not to be narcissistic, but I do not care about flat problems in New England, Florida, or the DFW area. I intend to do the GDMBR, the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route, this summer. What can those of...
Forum: Touring
07-30-21, 05:15 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 15,740
Posted By Jack Kessler

DT Swiss 36h sleeved vs. DT Swiss 32h welded?

I want to put an electric motor on a fully-loaded touring bicycle to run on gravel and off-road. I weigh 217 pounds so I am looking for the strongest wheel I can build. I am trying to decide...
Forum: Utility Cycling
07-11-21, 07:30 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 9,187
Posted By Jack Kessler

It is the summer of 2021 as I write, just as the...

It is the summer of 2021 as I write, just as the bicycle shortage caused by the pandemic supply chain disruption is beginning to ease. Built bikes are becoming available again. One of them is...
Forum: Commuting
06-20-21, 11:07 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 30,102
Posted By Jack Kessler

540 vs 520 Explained

First one has to recognize that L and R pedals have opposite threads, not just on Shimano, but on all pedals. This was invented by Orville Wright to keep pedals from unscrewing themselves by...
Forum: Utility Cycling
06-09-21, 10:29 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 9,187
Posted By Jack Kessler

An elegant frame but max tire size is 27,5 x...

An elegant frame but max tire size is 27,5 x 42mm, narrower for 29" wheels.
Forum: Western Canada
06-07-21, 03:51 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,387
Posted By Jack Kessler

You don't need an LBS. Do it yourself. It isn't...

You don't need an LBS. Do it yourself. It isn't rocket science. You may have to learn how to build a wheel, but that too is not rocket science. It is even easier since you won't have to dish the...
Forum: Touring
03-25-20, 07:20 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 21,666
Posted By Jack Kessler

One reason for putting wider tires on a touring...

One reason for putting wider tires on a touring bike is that one wants to ride on dirt roads without buying a whole new bicycle.
Forum: Touring
12-13-19, 07:21 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 9,311
Posted By Jack Kessler

Think long and hard before attempting the...

Think long and hard before attempting the Dempster Highway. I have not done it because it is reputed to turn to mud in the summer and be miserable with mosquitoes. During winter it is seriously...
Forum: Touring
08-06-16, 11:35 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 15,582
Posted By Jack Kessler

How big without fenders?

I live in the American Southwest which is dry (and getting dryer) so I don't need and don't have fenders.

I am old so my back is problematic. I want the biggest, softest tires I can use. I have...
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