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Forum: Touring
06-13-21, 05:51 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 901
Posted By LynxTheWizard

[QUOTE=JaccoW;22100302]Great looking Koga-Miyata!...

[QUOTE=JaccoW;22100302]Great looking Koga-Miyata!
My own 1992 Traveller looks to be almost the same frame and paintjob.
http://i.imgur.com/Fhmutxg.jpg (https://imgur.com/Fhmutxg)
/QUOTE]

wow,...
Forum: Touring
06-13-21, 01:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,531
Posted By LynxTheWizard

All the issues I've ever had were because of...

All the issues I've ever had were because of padding (shorts or saddle). For more than 10 yrs I'm riding unpadded leather saddles,never wearpadded shorts or pants and have never had issues since.
Forum: Touring
06-13-21, 12:45 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,596
Posted By LynxTheWizard

Either 4 or 2 on the front and tent on the back.

Either 4 or 2 on the front and tent on the back.
Forum: Touring
06-13-21, 12:24 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 901
Posted By LynxTheWizard

Just got this KogaMiyata raised from the dead

A little backstory:
I wanted to buy a new proper touring bike since the one I am using is a 90's cyclocross bike adapted to touring. It's not that easy where I live to buy one since none of the...
Forum: Touring
04-14-21, 07:10 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 17,061
Posted By LynxTheWizard

Having ridden a velomobile I would never pick one...

Having ridden a velomobile I would never pick one over a regular touring bike for a tour for these reasons:

1) It's miserable on bad roads
2) it's very slow to turn and usually they have very...
Forum: Touring
04-14-21, 06:44 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,656
Posted By LynxTheWizard

Put some leather balsam or proofide on the...

Put some leather balsam or proofide on the UNDERSIDE of the saddle in the problematic area and see how it works then. Idea of soaking leather product under water is good for reshaping (with the right...
Forum: Introductions
04-13-21, 08:30 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 357
Posted By LynxTheWizard

Welcome!

Welcome!
Forum: Touring
04-12-21, 03:55 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 18,272
Posted By LynxTheWizard

I tend to go narrower over the years. started...

I tend to go narrower over the years. started with 2.0, then 1.75, 1.6 and now for the latest build i have 1.4 which is as narrow as I would go since there is noticeable comfort loss for me. But it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-12-21, 03:11 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,100
Posted By LynxTheWizard

That looks like surface rust to me, but as of now...

That looks like surface rust to me, but as of now there are plenty bikes in much better shape currently and unless you are somehow emotionally tied to the particular bike, i would pass.
Forum: Touring
04-10-21, 01:13 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,497
Posted By LynxTheWizard

I have seen those deals many times in many...

I have seen those deals many times in many different places, especially for their "design" line (wih custom graphics that can get outdated). I live in EU though.
Forum: Touring
04-10-21, 07:12 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,646
Posted By LynxTheWizard

I use schwalbe tyre levers and they work very...

I use schwalbe tyre levers and they work very well. I find it easier to inflate the tube a little bit for the majority of the tyre but deflate before the last bit since it is easier to push the...
Forum: Touring
04-10-21, 07:05 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,569
Posted By LynxTheWizard

unless the tent has been sitting in the bag for...

unless the tent has been sitting in the bag for those 6 yrs or you could get it for very cheap, i'd pass. Wolfskin is a good brand when it comes to outdoor stuff. Maybe it's just me, but no matter...
Forum: Touring
04-10-21, 06:55 AM
Replies: 201
Views: 19,688
Posted By LynxTheWizard

I'd honestly force myself to cook because once...

I'd honestly force myself to cook because once you are 1/2 into cooking the meal it fels so nice to just take that break and do something else other than cycling. Besides basically anything you cook...
Forum: Touring
04-10-21, 06:51 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,914
Posted By LynxTheWizard

and here i am travelling with cheapest beach...

and here i am travelling with cheapest beach flipflops... :D
Forum: Touring
04-10-21, 06:46 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,497
Posted By LynxTheWizard

I was wondering how good they are... the only...

I was wondering how good they are... the only thing keeping me from buying them is that one can find Ortlieb on discounts for 80-100$ per pair and the savings are not that big anymore. Im wondering...
Forum: Touring
04-10-21, 06:25 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,460
Posted By LynxTheWizard

Long time brooks user here (over the years i have...

Long time brooks user here (over the years i have had experience with 3 flyers, b67, b17). Brooks saddles are very simple in their construction and that is the appeal for me. They cost a lot but one...
Forum: Touring
04-10-21, 06:15 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,860
Posted By LynxTheWizard

I travel with my wife a lot together. Once I...

I travel with my wife a lot together. Once I tried a week long tip with one of my friends with whom I had never cycled together before and that was quite an experience. We had different expectations,...
Forum: Touring
04-10-21, 06:02 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,949
Posted By LynxTheWizard

I wouldn't fret about the sitting position too...

I wouldn't fret about the sitting position too much. see what's suggested for you and if it fits, that's good, if not - adjust it to whatever you like and forget about it. In the end it is you who...
Forum: Touring
04-10-21, 05:58 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 6,096
Posted By LynxTheWizard

Both. Most of the times I try not to sleep in...

Both. Most of the times I try not to sleep in camping areas yet if there is a shower and the price isn't too high, i might sleep in one of those.
Forum: Touring
04-10-21, 05:56 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,287
Posted By LynxTheWizard

that sounds like a lot of gear but you will be...

that sounds like a lot of gear but you will be fine.
Forum: Touring
04-10-21, 05:48 AM
Replies: 4,824
Views: 2,623,151
Posted By LynxTheWizard

str sweet!

str sweet!
Forum: Touring
04-10-21, 05:44 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,325
Posted By LynxTheWizard

I suggest Schwalbe Hurricane. The middle part is...

I suggest Schwalbe Hurricane. The middle part is basically a slick, yet there are some aggressive teeth on the sides to help with the grip on rougher surfaces. Relatively cheap, fast and reliable...
Forum: Touring
06-14-14, 02:22 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,128
Posted By LynxTheWizard

HI! I really would suggest you to go with the...

HI!
I really would suggest you to go with the front rack and a 4 pannier setup - its so much more comfortable to ride (easier to climb hills with the weight balanced, easier to keep up the speed and...
Forum: Touring
03-04-14, 06:05 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 6,804
Posted By LynxTheWizard

I wear casual clothing when riding. I only wear...

I wear casual clothing when riding. I only wear cycling gear if its wet because it dries quicker and isnt as heavy as wet cotton.
Forum: Touring
03-04-14, 05:42 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,285
Posted By LynxTheWizard

Im using Brooks Flyer and B17 and they both serve...

Im using Brooks Flyer and B17 and they both serve me well. By the way they are not expensive - compare them to any top of the line saddles.
Forum: Touring
03-04-14, 05:36 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 9,509
Posted By LynxTheWizard

Take small tent that has a good carcass (doesnt...

Take small tent that has a good carcass (doesnt always need to be strapped down), because the land there is full of rocks and its really hard to build a tent properly.
A good, thick mattress is what...
Forum: Touring
03-04-14, 05:06 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 715
Posted By LynxTheWizard

As I see Contis - they are performance tires....

As I see Contis - they are performance tires. They perform very well on road, have a great grip, but they wear out faster than Schwalbe.
Forum: Touring
03-04-14, 04:47 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 847
Posted By LynxTheWizard

2 weeks isn't that much really... thats basically...

2 weeks isn't that much really... thats basically one of those countries you listed if you actually want to see something.
Forum: Touring
01-28-13, 04:54 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 5,722
Posted By LynxTheWizard

At the end of April, me and my wife are going to...

At the end of April, me and my wife are going to start a 5-month tour around Europe. We will have a web, blog and will do some videos as well along the way, so if anyone's interested about the route,...
Forum: Touring
11-29-12, 12:21 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 6,843
Posted By LynxTheWizard

anything synthetic from Mammut. Top quality,...

anything synthetic from Mammut. Top quality, reasonable prices, great performance.

Why synthetic? i wouldn't take anything from dawn with me just because if it gets wet, forget about using it. It...
Forum: Touring
11-06-12, 02:17 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,038
Posted By LynxTheWizard

I wouldn't go with those. If you want something...

I wouldn't go with those. If you want something waterproof go with Ortlieb, Vaude (both when on sale) or Crosso. I've tested all there brands and can easily request any of them. My choice would be...
Forum: Touring
11-06-12, 02:01 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,485
Posted By LynxTheWizard

First of all -sorry if my ideas are already...

First of all -sorry if my ideas are already mentioned somewhere above- i haven't read other comments.
Now about your problem -I have had all kinds of ortlieb panniers (rollers, packers, plus,...
Forum: Touring
11-06-12, 01:49 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,598
Posted By LynxTheWizard

I've been using my brooks seats in all kind of...

I've been using my brooks seats in all kind of weather and they are still going strong.
You need to remember few things though:
1) Use proofide or something similar to "feed" the leather;
2)...
Forum: Touring
10-31-12, 05:06 AM
Replies: 111
Views: 8,654
Posted By LynxTheWizard

Now THAT is the most interesting comment ever....

Now THAT is the most interesting comment ever. Why would you possibly want to get rid of 2 drunk girls who want to do a sleepover in your tent?! :D unless they' re ridiculously drunk or ugly that' s...
Forum: Touring
09-30-12, 12:51 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 496
Posted By LynxTheWizard

Since i live there, i've toured Latvia and...

Since i live there, i've toured Latvia and Estonia lots of times. Self guided all the time.
Forum: Touring
09-15-12, 12:46 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 583
Posted By LynxTheWizard

You dont need any special paperwork and most...

You dont need any special paperwork and most likely no one will stop you at EU borders, however you need to carry either a passport, drivers licence or some kind of id with you.

Time/distance:...
Forum: Touring
09-09-12, 01:52 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,484
Posted By LynxTheWizard

I dont suggest the land cruiser. I've had road...

I dont suggest the land cruiser. I've had road cruisers which are similar and they were bad. wore out really quickly, got lots of punctures and they were uneven and kept deforming over time. But...
Forum: Touring
09-09-12, 06:15 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,484
Posted By LynxTheWizard

I use Schwalbe Marathon Dureme evo (700x40c) and...

I use Schwalbe Marathon Dureme evo (700x40c) and they perform really well on different surfaces.
Forum: Touring
09-07-12, 03:46 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,310
Posted By LynxTheWizard

Yeah, like someone said before - touring is a...

Yeah, like someone said before - touring is a state of mind. I do self supported tours now and then...to grocery store and back. :)
Forum: Touring
09-03-12, 10:08 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 7,076
Posted By LynxTheWizard

I would recommend Tubus racks, but they are a bit...

I would recommend Tubus racks, but they are a bit expensive... but you get a high quality steel rack instead of aluminium. depends on how much do you want to load on your front rack.
Forum: Touring
09-02-12, 02:08 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,360
Posted By LynxTheWizard

A really good and quite cheap rack is Tortec...

A really good and quite cheap rack is Tortec Expedition. Can carry up to 35 kg, looks great and performs flawless so far. http://www.evanscycles.com/products/tortec/expedition-rear-rack-ec006628
Forum: Touring
09-02-12, 01:37 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,411
Posted By LynxTheWizard

I suggest that you take 2 days off, see what...

I suggest that you take 2 days off, see what happens. if the problem is still there, rest more until you feel like riding again. meanwhile change the angle of your bars, raise them a little bit (so...
Forum: Touring
09-02-12, 12:59 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,745
Posted By LynxTheWizard

Hi! 1) the bike will be fine. 2) I suggest...

Hi!
1) the bike will be fine.
2) I suggest ortliebs. Good mounting system, no raincovers, you can even swim over rivers if you need to and keep your stuff dry. they aren' t so expensive in europe...
Forum: Touring
09-02-12, 12:33 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 10,602
Posted By LynxTheWizard

Tubus Cargo is a great rack. the olny thing i...

Tubus Cargo is a great rack. the olny thing i would love to change is i' d like to have lower pannier mounting possibilities. Axiom Journey is also great rack for the price.
Forum: Touring
09-02-12, 12:28 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,866
Posted By LynxTheWizard

depends on the place you're camping. I usually...

depends on the place you're camping. I usually take the saddle, all the panniers inside the tent, lock the bike, attach it somehow to the tent and sometimes attach a small bell to it (the bell stays...
Forum: Touring
09-02-12, 12:14 AM
Replies: 235
Views: 18,021
Posted By LynxTheWizard

Great photos! thanks for sharing! good luck to...

Great photos! thanks for sharing! good luck to you guys!
Forum: Touring
09-02-12, 12:12 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,930
Posted By LynxTheWizard

I have nothing against arkel, but this bag looks...

I have nothing against arkel, but this bag looks really cheap (fabric, zippers, lots of imperfections) to me and i just couldn't understand why they didn' t make something better, because with this...
Forum: Touring
09-01-12, 06:56 AM
Replies: 4,824
Views: 2,623,151
Posted By LynxTheWizard

270499 270500 Here's my Giant X-1500 on my...

270499

270500
Here's my Giant X-1500 on my last trip around Saaremaa and Muhu islands (Estonia). Ortlieb bike packer classics on the rear rack and 2 sleepingpads on the front rack. Since i wasn'...
Forum: Touring
08-29-12, 01:44 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 9,549
Posted By LynxTheWizard

Hi! I wanted to share my experience with...

Hi!
I wanted to share my experience with Brooks.
I chose Brooks Champion Flyer for my touring bike and my wife chose Aged Flyer for hers and have never looked back. I can speak for both of them,...
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