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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-16-24, 07:11 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,058
Posted By denis_987

I always inflate my tires between the minimum and...

I always inflate my tires between the minimum and maximum (middle) recommended on the tire rating and I'm happy with that. I ride on all kinds of surfaces and I and I'm definitely not going to adjust...
Forum: Touring
04-05-24, 11:37 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,017
Posted By denis_987

Try Thule

Hope it is not too late!
Have you checked Thule Tour rack (https://www.altitude-sports.com/products/thule-tour-rack-llll-thu-100090) paired with Thule Pack'n Pedal Side Frame...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
02-02-23, 08:05 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 290
Posted By denis_987

Could be useful, but on a trip, I always take off...

Could be useful, but on a trip, I always take off my Garmin Edge 830 when I do shopping or leave my bike. I put it in my handlebar bag which never leaves me. So not practical if my bike gets stolen.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
02-01-23, 09:31 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 290
Posted By denis_987

Real time GPS tracker by GSM (cell signal)

Does anyone have experience with a GPS tracker device? Not the Airtag or Smarttag type.
I am looking for a real gps tracker via Sim card or eSim. I saw both of these below and I would like to know...
Forum: Touring
12-18-22, 09:18 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 3,024
Posted By denis_987

I crossed last week (december 11th)

I crossed last week (december 11th)
Forum: Touring
12-16-22, 03:56 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 3,024
Posted By denis_987

It is true that the ferry is very relaxing to...

It is true that the ferry is very relaxing to cross the border BUT: The customs guys on the Mexico side (3 young guys 18 to 25 years max) do not know anything about the FMM form. I even had to show...
Forum: Touring
12-02-22, 09:22 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 3,024
Posted By denis_987

Thank you for your advice, you are very kind for...

Thank you for your advice, you are very kind for these reminders... I am up to date with my doses. I bring with me a full box of imodium ( :thumb: ), a small first aid kits, ointment for the...
Forum: Touring
12-02-22, 09:03 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 3,024
Posted By denis_987

I changed the 11-34 for a 11-46... Better for...

I changed the 11-34 for a 11-46... Better for steep climbs as the bike is very heavy with all the luggage.
Years ago I was using a Radical Design Cyclone IV trailer much too heavily loaded and the...
Forum: Touring
12-01-22, 02:24 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 3,024
Posted By denis_987

It is a Ghost Square Trekking 4.8 at least 4 or 5...

It is a Ghost Square Trekking 4.8 at least 4 or 5 years old
Forum: Touring
12-01-22, 11:52 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,425
Posted By denis_987

Nice! Didn't know that a thing like that existed

Nice! Didn't know that a thing like that existed
Forum: Touring
12-01-22, 11:49 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 3,024
Posted By denis_987

Will do! :)

Will do! :)
Forum: Touring
12-01-22, 11:48 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 3,024
Posted By denis_987

That for sure! thanks for reminding me! I...

That for sure! thanks for reminding me!
I think "No comprendo" with my french accent will be use in those situations. Only two words instead of three! In the worst case I will speak in french!!! ...
Forum: Touring
12-01-22, 11:30 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 3,024
Posted By denis_987

Thanks! About the same as mine from Chihuahua,...

Thanks! About the same as mine from Chihuahua, but instead of turning right onto Patricio Perez Rd direction US-83, I will continue on the "old military road"...small road, little traffic, dirt road...
Forum: Touring
11-30-22, 02:34 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,425
Posted By denis_987

What do you do if the money get stuck at the...

What do you do if the money get stuck at the bottom of the tube (apart from crying) ? :foo::cry::bang:
Forum: Touring
11-30-22, 07:52 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 3,024
Posted By denis_987

Usually, I always take small roads but this time,...

Usually, I always take small roads but this time, it is Mexico, and several government mention the danger of being there. And those small isolated roads seem a bit risky for my security (at least in...
Forum: Touring
11-30-22, 07:39 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 3,024
Posted By denis_987

Thank you for your suggestions...

Thank you for your suggestions...
Forum: Touring
11-29-22, 08:11 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 3,024
Posted By denis_987

Rear pannier for sure, and front panniers...

Rear pannier for sure, and front panniers depending if I bring camping stuff or not (still not decided :foo:). Will bring my sleeping bag (pack very small) and a sleeping bag liner just in case.
My...
Forum: Touring
11-29-22, 07:56 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 3,024
Posted By denis_987

After checking for the Los Ebanos ferry option, ...

After checking for the Los Ebanos ferry option, I is very tempting to go by the ferry! :)

There is a Youtube video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VhjmnCBFTHU) that shows it. Seem to me at lot...
Forum: Touring
11-29-22, 12:33 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 3,024
Posted By denis_987

What do you think is the best point of entry:...

What do you think is the best point of entry: Anzalduas International Bridge or McAllen-Hidalgo-Reynosa International Bridge? Both of them are "mid-size". I have no information about pedestrian on...
Forum: Touring
11-29-22, 09:00 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 3,024
Posted By denis_987

The information on the UK site seems very...

The information on the UK site seems very complete...and even a little too alarmist. If I put what UK mentions of Canada vs Mexico into perspective, I think just common sense on safety will be the...
Forum: Touring
11-28-22, 02:30 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 3,024
Posted By denis_987

A day when I learned something is not a wasted...

A day when I learned something is not a wasted day...What should I have used instead?
Forum: Touring
11-27-22, 08:11 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 3,024
Posted By denis_987

Many solo bike experiences but always in Canada....

Many solo bike experiences but always in Canada. 100% camping (wild or commercial)
I have also been to Cancun many times (sure it is not representing to entire country)
Spanish? just enough to...
Forum: Touring
11-27-22, 12:38 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 3,024
Posted By denis_987

I always ride with a mirror and a Garmin Radar. I...

I always ride with a mirror and a Garmin Radar. I have read the warning for Mexico from the Canadian gorvernment. Tamaulipas and Nuevo León are some of the many many (14 of 32) states to "avoid...
Forum: Touring
11-26-22, 09:53 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 3,024
Posted By denis_987

thanks for the tip! After verifying, this will...

thanks for the tip! After verifying, this will lengthen my road because I'm going to the east coast... maybe next trip I will go west and enter Mexico there
Forum: Touring
11-26-22, 09:39 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 3,024
Posted By denis_987

At least it is easier for cyclist to turn around,...

At least it is easier for cyclist to turn around, but implied more milleage/fatigue. When I look on the satellite view, I see that those roads go somewhere... Sometimes they are shortcut, but other...
Forum: Touring
11-25-22, 08:15 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 3,024
Posted By denis_987

This is my planned route: ...

This is my planned route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41481974 Any advices are welcome
Forum: Touring
11-25-22, 08:08 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 3,024
Posted By denis_987

Yes, I am french speaking. I live in the province...

Yes, I am french speaking. I live in the province of Québec, Canada
Hybrid bike with 700x35c tires
Starting at Reynosa in december, actually my bike is already at Mission (TX) on a RV park (my...
Forum: Touring
11-24-22, 09:24 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 3,024
Posted By denis_987

Small country road

I am planning a trip to Mexico up to Cancun with Ride With GPS. I know that it is more preferable to use small country road with no traffic but RWG put me on very tiny road very small dirt roads so...
Forum: Touring
11-24-22, 09:02 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,956
Posted By denis_987

To prevent theft from opportunist, I use the...

To prevent theft from opportunist, I use the anti-theft cables from ortlieb ( https://www.ortlieb.com/en_us/anti-theft-device+E124# ). Also from time to time, I add zip ties around the buckles. I...
Forum: Touring
11-17-22, 02:10 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,956
Posted By denis_987

I have this alarm and horn (very loud) :...

I have this alarm and horn (very loud) : https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32878456118.html

I use it every times I go shopping for food or at a restaurant. It is very loud and sleepy drivers wake up...
Forum: Touring
11-16-22, 07:19 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 590
Posted By denis_987

Thanks for the weatherspark website... didn't...

Thanks for the weatherspark website... didn't know about it :)

Well, Maybe I should go directly south and adjust my setup on my way there...
Forum: Touring
11-12-22, 08:08 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 590
Posted By denis_987

Good to go?

I will be in Texas (mcAllen region) at the beginning of December.
Is it a good time (weather) to go east on the ACA Southern Tiers route up to Key West (FL)?
Am I wrong to guess that I will get...
Forum: Touring
11-11-22, 05:08 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,784
Posted By denis_987

I use my iPad mini exactly for that purpose...

I use my iPad mini exactly for that purpose (wifi, bluetooth). I use it also for planning my route (Ride with GPS), transfert route to my Garmin Edge 830, transfert my photos from my GoPro, and of...
Forum: Touring
11-08-22, 02:16 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,784
Posted By denis_987

Thank you all for your suggestions: it is...

Thank you all for your suggestions: it is appreciated. Not sure about smoke signals !!! :roflmao:

I forgot to mention a couple of things:

I don't have a cell phone (I will probably be the...
Forum: Touring
11-07-22, 12:19 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,784
Posted By denis_987

How can my family follow me?

I don't know anything about Facebook, instagram, and other social media except that they exist!!! :50: :foo:
I am planning a multi months tour and my family wants to follow me. I want to post...
Forum: Touring
05-09-22, 07:30 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,311
Posted By denis_987

Only with a brief look at my stuff, I can already...

Only with a brief look at my stuff, I can already say I will cut on the number of towels, I always bring two books (big bricks - so will cut on those), cut on the jeans (replace by convertible pant),...
Forum: Touring
05-08-22, 01:16 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,311
Posted By denis_987

Yes, +/- 70 lb is about everything, camping gear,...

Yes, +/- 70 lb is about everything, camping gear, panniers (empty), clothes, padlock, etc... I didn't weight the food, water, sweets, handle bar bag, flashing light, gps and other small items
I have...
Forum: Touring
05-06-22, 07:30 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,311
Posted By denis_987

My ghost square is rated at 140 kg (308 lb) total...

My ghost square is rated at 140 kg (308 lb) total weight (bike, rider and luggage). I'm about 180 lb, so I'm confident that I will not get to that limit of weight because presently I have about 70 lb...
Forum: Touring
05-05-22, 07:20 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,311
Posted By denis_987

The 49 l rackpack is 3 inches wider than the 31...

The 49 l rackpack is 3 inches wider than the 31 l. And the 70 l panniers are 4 inches (each) wider than the 40 l.

By looking at the various photos (thanks all), I think I will be too wide to my...
Forum: Touring
05-04-22, 06:50 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,311
Posted By denis_987

Thanks for the photo, it gives me a good idea of...

Thanks for the photo, it gives me a good idea of the width. Is that the 31 liters rackpack or more?
Forum: Touring
05-04-22, 06:46 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,311
Posted By denis_987

Makes sense! Maybe I'm due for a slimming diet of...

Makes sense! Maybe I'm due for a slimming diet of my stuff!

Salutations de la Gaspésie!
Forum: Touring
05-04-22, 06:39 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,311
Posted By denis_987

My rear rack is the one that came with my Ghost...

My rear rack is the one that came with my Ghost Square hybrid bike. I can load upto 25 kg max (written on the rack). So far, with my 40 liters panniers, I load about 10 kg.
I think I can easily use...
Forum: Touring
05-04-22, 06:25 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,311
Posted By denis_987

I asked ortlieb directly on their website more...

I asked ortlieb directly on their website more than a month ago and still no reply from them
Forum: Touring
05-03-22, 08:44 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,311
Posted By denis_987

Ortlieb rack-pack compatibility

I know that the ortlieb rack-pack 24 liters and rack-pack 31 liters can be combined with Back-Rollers classic but does anybody ever tried the 49 liters version with back-rollers pro classic (70...
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