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Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-13-23, 06:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 724
Posted By KFC

Many Thanks - I will give it a shot. Should I...

Many Thanks - I will give it a shot. Should I try to cover the treated area with some sort of f clear coat? Some has said that clear nail polish is good.

Thanks Again.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-13-23, 06:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 724
Posted By KFC

Many Thanks - I will give it a try. The wheels...

Many Thanks - I will give it a try. The wheels are anodized a lovely brown color, and are in excellent condition. The spokes are not stainless. The front spokes look good, but a few of the rear...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-12-23, 03:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 724
Posted By KFC

1982 Team Fuji - Working Restoration

Hello, I have come into a 1982 Team Fuji that has been sitting in a barn (literally!) for the last 40 years. It had very few miles on it when it was laid up and, except for a water bottle cage, is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-11-23, 06:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 915
Posted By KFC

Peugeot Premier?

Greetings all. I came into an older Peugeot to fix up for a donation to a church member in need. I am not sure I would classify it as VINTAGE, but it certainly is not new. It is a white step-through...
Forum: Touring
04-09-23, 07:32 PM
Replies: 4,822
Views: 2,616,481
Posted By KFC

Nice Bike

I too tour on an ADV1.1, and it's a great touring bike, especially for long heavy expeditions. I increased the reach, but not the stack, on mine by extending the stem 30mm and installing a setback...
Forum: Touring
02-28-23, 01:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 924
Posted By KFC

The 12-36 option is very appealing, but I can't...

The 12-36 option is very appealing, but I can't find one by Shimano in a 10 speed.
Forum: Touring
02-28-23, 10:16 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 924
Posted By KFC

Custom Cassette (for touring)?

Greetings fellow tourers, I have been thinking about making a custom (13-36 or 34 ,10 speed) cassette to replace my standard Shimano HG500, 11-34 cassette. I am using a standard trekking crankset...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
07-18-22, 06:33 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,227
Posted By KFC

You really should try a genuine LEATHER Brooks...

You really should try a genuine LEATHER Brooks (Like the B17). The synthetic variety (C17) has IMO disappointed more than its fair share of cyclists. If you can't deal with the break-in period,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-05-22, 03:56 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 315
Posted By KFC

Technical question

Why would the same rear deraileur (Shimano 105 RD-5701 GS) have a capacity of 40 teeth when used with a double crankset, but only 37 teeth when coupled with a triple crankset? Is 'capacity' not a...
Forum: Touring
03-10-22, 11:01 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 9,664
Posted By KFC

Southwest Airlines and bicycles?

Does the 115" baggage maximum only apply to only SOME airlines or it it some sort of industry regulated standard? I cannot find any mention of a 115" linear dimension standard on Southwest airlines....
Forum: Touring
04-14-21, 02:49 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 909
Posted By KFC

Bottom Bracket question

Does anybody know the part number (or specs) for the bottom bracket on a 2014 Novara Safari? The old one is marked as a 'HollowTech I",which, I think, is the same as Octalink. I am wondering if it...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-14-21, 02:45 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,543
Posted By KFC

Looks like a 2014 to me, based upon the color and...

Looks like a 2014 to me, based upon the color and the configuration. They sold for about $1150 when new. Its a formidable touring bike - VERY long wheelbase, adequate gearing (although I would...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-21-21, 07:59 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 10,805
Posted By KFC

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35206348 ...

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35206348

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35123834
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-15-21, 12:23 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 10,805
Posted By KFC

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35123834

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35123834
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-14-21, 07:34 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,591
Posted By KFC

Is it an actual paper catalog? Condition?

Is it an actual paper catalog? Condition?
Forum: Touring
12-22-20, 04:55 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,730
Posted By KFC

I also have a CO-OP ADV1.1 (REI) with 10 speed...

I also have a CO-OP ADV1.1 (REI) with 10 speed Microshift bar end shifters, and I am completely satisfied with them. I also used Microshift 9 speed on my Trek 520 with complete satisfaction. ...
Forum: Touring
12-22-20, 04:47 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 10,258
Posted By KFC

I find that it depends on how much load you are...

I find that it depends on how much load you are carrying and how you are carrying it. I carried between 44 and 67 lobs in four panniers plus a small handlebar bag and a stuff sack on top of the rear...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-20-20, 07:37 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,397
Posted By KFC

Thank You!

Thank You!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-20-20, 07:16 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,397
Posted By KFC

Many thanks! I will check it out. The bar end...

Many thanks! I will check it out. The bar end shifters were swapped out for stem shifters in 1981 - they are friction shifters. I was under the impression that the Sun Tour Ultra 6 are narrower...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-20-20, 03:32 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,397
Posted By KFC

1980 Raleigh Super Course 12

Greetings - I have a 1980 Raleigh Super Course 12 in stock condition except for the bar end shifters. Its a rider, in road worthy condition, with a little over 3000 miles on the stock components and...
Forum: Touring
08-03-20, 01:49 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,841
Posted By KFC

I do as well. In fact, on my last journey I...

I do as well. In fact, on my last journey I carried an easily accessible trunk bag on the rear rack where I kept things I was likely to routinely need during the day. It was in addition to the...
Forum: Touring
08-02-20, 07:55 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,841
Posted By KFC

A point well taken. I am not as concerned about...

A point well taken. I am not as concerned about where I mount it as I am on how to mount it. Ideally it would be some way, whether I tour with the trailer or panniers, that would allow reasonably ...
Forum: Touring
08-02-20, 07:06 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,841
Posted By KFC

Mounting a Solar Charger

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I recently purchased a 21 watt solar charger for an 11 day tour where...
Forum: Touring
07-11-20, 02:07 PM
Replies: 4,822
Views: 2,616,481
Posted By KFC

Ready to go - equipped for self supported solo...

Ready to go - equipped for self supported solo touring.

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Forum: Touring
07-08-20, 07:00 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 14,147
Posted By KFC

[QUOTE=BobG;21574839]Isn't that upside down KFC?...

[QUOTE=BobG;21574839]Isn't that upside down KFC? I believe the cradle of clip snaps OVER the allen key nut on end of skewer to lock it in. See my photo/sketch at post 64 above. That photo is from...
Forum: Touring
07-07-20, 11:57 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 14,147
Posted By KFC

I am so sorry for the delay in getting this to...

I am so sorry for the delay in getting this to you. I have been organizing a tour and it wasn't until I check the trailer that my ageing memory got jogged. Please let me know if I can be of any...
Forum: Touring
06-30-20, 12:32 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 14,147
Posted By KFC

Hi Paul - I am happy to post a picture of my...

Hi Paul - I am happy to post a picture of my trailer attached to the QR skewer. I am out on the rode today and tomorrow, but I should be home (where the trailer is) on Thursday. I hope that is not...
Forum: Touring
04-26-20, 10:27 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 476
Posted By KFC

Harsh Adventurers - Episode 1

Harsh Adventurers is a loosely organized group of friends who enjoy undertaking challenges with each other – usually, but not always, involving our bicycles. After completing a number of...
Forum: Touring
04-21-20, 07:22 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 14,147
Posted By KFC

I did a tour of a little over 1000 miles towing...

I did a tour of a little over 1000 miles towing my BOB last September, and I liked it very much. I bought my second hand so it did not come with the 'DrySak". My only complaint was a slight wobble...
Forum: Touring
04-20-20, 03:53 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 14,147
Posted By KFC

I recently replace my beloved 2010 Trek 520, with...

I recently replace my beloved 2010 Trek 520, with 46,000 miles on it, with a CO-OP ADV 1.1, which I hope to continue to tour with. I only have about 1000 miles on it now, but I REALLY like it. It's a...
Forum: Touring
04-20-20, 03:47 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 610
Posted By KFC

Finally finished the daily journal with pictures...

Finally finished the daily journal with pictures (rumored to be an effective cure for insomnia)
http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/22939
Forum: Touring
04-17-20, 06:52 AM
Replies: 580
Views: 458,535
Posted By KFC

I mostly camp, often taking a hotel rom every...

I mostly camp, often taking a hotel rom every fourth or fifth night. It give me a chance to recharge electronics, do some laundry, watch so TV nd take a rally long shower. The availability and...
Forum: Touring
04-15-20, 09:33 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 610
Posted By KFC

Harsh Adventurers - Episode 2

Harsh Adventurers is a loosely organized group of friends who enjoy undertaking challenges with each other – usually, but not always, involving our bicycles. After completing a number of...
Forum: Touring
04-14-20, 06:56 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 615
Posted By KFC

Harsh Adventurers - Episode 3

Harsh Adventurers is a loosely organized group of friends who enjoy undertaking challenges with each other – usually, but not always, involving riding our bicycles. After completing a number of...
Forum: Touring
04-13-20, 02:21 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 14,147
Posted By KFC

It actually received a good reception on a...

It actually received a good reception on a Facebook bike trailers group. Someone suggested that I should investigate making it out of one piece of aluminum tubing bent into the correct shape. Frankly...
Forum: Touring
04-13-20, 09:44 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,027
Posted By KFC

I basically rode the Lonely Road alone. Three...

I basically rode the Lonely Road alone. Three friends of mine from our riding group (Harsh Adventurers), used a week of the annual vacation allotment to come out a ride a week with me. I met them...
Forum: Touring
04-13-20, 09:36 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,027
Posted By KFC

My original route was to follow the Underground...

My original route was to follow the Underground Railroad Route starting in Erie PA. I started looking for alternatives when I discovered that the URR route required about 8500 feet of climbing in...
Forum: Touring
04-12-20, 12:32 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 14,147
Posted By KFC

… Sorry - forgot this picture ...

… Sorry - forgot this picture

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Forum: Touring
04-12-20, 12:25 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 14,147
Posted By KFC

Thanks! Initially I relied solely on friction...

Thanks! Initially I relied solely on friction from the 'saddleback' clamps. It worked well enough on smooth paved roads, but when I toured with it on the Erie Canal, GAP and C&O towpath (see Grey...
Forum: Touring
04-11-20, 08:01 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 14,147
Posted By KFC

OOpps! Should have proof read before I posted. ...

OOpps! Should have proof read before I posted.

'I used the trailer on a tour of about 1010 miles (see The Grey Beard's Tour) and it held the bike up perfectly'...
Forum: Touring
04-11-20, 07:46 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 14,147
Posted By KFC

I tried that a few times, but it was 'touch and...

I tried that a few times, but it was 'touch and go' at best for me. If the bike fell over with the trailer attached, it put a BIG strain on the rear triangle of the bike and the fork of the trailer. ...
Forum: Touring
04-11-20, 09:20 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,109
Posted By KFC

I agree. I found the climbs in OHIO and INDIANA...

I agree. I found the climbs in OHIO and INDIANA to be pretty steep and frequent. It got frustrating to grind up a steep hill only to immediately give it all back on the descent. I was fully loaded...
Forum: Touring
04-11-20, 09:07 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,109
Posted By KFC

The toughest climb was probably over the San...

The toughest climb was probably over the San Bernardino mountains (Victorville to Morena Valley CA). It was certainly the scariest descent. I encountered them at the end of my journey when I was...
Forum: Touring
04-10-20, 07:52 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 14,147
Posted By KFC

Yak with a Kick stand

I bought a BOB YAK on Ebay for $80 and towed it with various test weights as an evaluation for using it on a trans America tour. I loved the way the bike handled with the trailer and I was even...
Forum: Touring
04-10-20, 07:23 PM
Replies: 4,822
Views: 2,616,481
Posted By KFC

2010 Trek 520 (46,000 miles)

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As configured for a solo trans America tour.
Forum: Touring
04-09-20, 06:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,027
Posted By KFC

The Grey Beard's Tour

Solo tour along the Erie canal, the Western Reserve Trail, The Great Allegheny Passage and the C&O Canal towpath. This was the first time I toured with a trailer. (September 2019)
...
Forum: Touring
04-09-20, 05:40 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,109
Posted By KFC

Although the total journey took 71 days, I only...

Although the total journey took 71 days, I only spent 61 days riding the bike. The other 10 days were spent resting , waiting out inclement weather and drinking beer. I sent out a nightly situation...
Forum: Touring
04-09-20, 05:35 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,109
Posted By KFC

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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As configured at the start - carrying 44 lbs of gear. I carried 67 lbs hrough...
Forum: Touring
04-07-20, 10:51 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,109
Posted By KFC

The Lonely Road

Solo tour across America (east to west) . I used the Eastern Express Route, created by Mr. Frank Moritz, as far west as Walden Colorado, and then a route of my own making to Oceanside California....
Forum: Touring
04-07-20, 10:39 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 733
Posted By KFC

The Lonely Road

Solo tour across America (east to west) . I used the Eastern Express Route, created by Mr. Frank Moritz, as far west as Walden Colorado, and then a route of my own making to Oceanside California. ...
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