I'm
curious at the number of recommendations for tires in the 32 to 35 mm
range in this thread. Most of the gravel I've ridden
-- and it's not much; my off pavement is usually sand or hardpack
-- on is far too loose and thick for tires like that, and Big Apples
would be better. But there is a huge
I agree with Jim/Steve- if you're bouncing around and the handling
feels skittish, you might considering experimenting with psi.
on dirt, 50 psi makes things much more comfortable.
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Many of the rails to trails paths in Illinois are crushed limestone.
I find 50 BAs an excellent choice. I have never had the pleasure of
riding in back road Vermont. It seems a BA would definitely be a
comfortable choice. BA's add some weight, obviously. But they roll
well on pavement. They
I will say that, while nice, the bag isn't perfect for canti breaks.
It hangs below the cable hanger for the front break and rubs against
the brake cable, putting a bit of weight on it when the bag has stuff
in it. Not sure that's a big deal (may wear out bag and/or cables?)
but it could
Not to presume the place of the list mod, but can this discussion be taken back
channel?
It is becoming offensive in and of itself.
From: richard briones-colman uscl...@yahoo.com
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On Fri, Jun 26, 2009 at 11:38 AM, Brucefullylug...@yahoo.com wrote:
Not to presume the place of the list mod, but can this discussion be taken
back channel?
It is becoming offensive in and of itself.
I must be confused. This conversation doesn't seem to have come from
the rbw-owners-bunch
My last post was meant for the 650B crowd. It has no relation to RBW, sorry.
point and click error on my part
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William, maybe a work around for you would be a piece of thin clear
tubing like is commonly used on derailleur cable that passes under the
bottom bracket shell.
At least this would cut down on the friction/rubbing.
On Jun 26, 10:24 am, William Henderson william.c.hender...@gmail.com
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I
Using the Fatty Rumpkins w/ enjoyment on gravel lately, 45-50 in the
front, 50 in the back.
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In order to celebrate my Rivvy's 10th birthday I'm sprucing her up a little
this summer.
Shellacked cork grips, new saddle (replacing a 15-year-old Brooks that finally
bit it) and aluminum fenders.
1. The brakeset that I bought for this frameset back in 1998 has to be
replaced. I have found a
So I'm curious what constitutes light touring. I ask because in August
I'm doing a 7 day bike tour that will take in paved and unpaved roads
in and around Mt St Helens and Mt Adams. My initial plan was to use my
Surly Cross Check which I have no doubt about being able to handle the
load and
On Fri, 2009-06-26 at 16:34 -0700, Mike wrote:
So I'm curious what constitutes light touring. I ask because in August
I'm doing a 7 day bike tour that will take in paved and unpaved roads
in and around Mt St Helens and Mt Adams. My initial plan was to use my
Surly Cross Check which I have no
I don't own a Hilsen; I came close to buying one then opted for an
Ebisu. which is a similar frame with different braze-on and paint. I
wouldn't hesitate for one second to load up the Ebisu for inn to inn
or even brief camping touring, however I don't know about the brakes.
They may be OK under
Strictly speaking, I interpret the term Light Touring as a credit
card tour with a handlebar bag and small panniers or saddlebag. Chris
Kulczycki of Velo-Orange has an article on his blog that describes
just such a tour:
http://velo-orange.blogspot.com/
(see the blog posted under the title:
Steve and Michael, thanks for the responses. I doubt I'd go with the
Pauls. I actually have the parts to gear up the Surly so that's not
such an issue. And Steve, I think you're right, I'm probably just over
thinking things. But it's so slow here at work today...
I can't see myself having more
I've taken my 58cm Saluki on loaded week-long tours with a total 175lb
rolling package (I weigh 135). With a couple small panniers and a handlebar
bag, you'll be fine.
I've also done what you describe as light touring on my Bleriot with the
Silver brakes. If you're worried about braking power,
http://www.flickr.com/photos/pguillam/2671681749/
I rode my Hilsen on STP (Seattle to Portland) last year, and though my
loading was sub-optimal, it worked just fine. Jack Brown tires, all
the weight on the back (I'd use a front rack and bag to balance),
carrying all my spare clothing, food,
On Fri, 2009-06-26 at 18:53 -0700, Mike wrote:
Steve and Michael, thanks for the responses. I doubt I'd go with the
Pauls. I actually have the parts to gear up the Surly so that's not
such an issue. And Steve, I think you're right, I'm probably just over
thinking things. But it's so slow here
On Fri, 2009-06-26 at 18:52 -0700, Jim Cloud wrote:
Strictly speaking, I interpret the term Light Touring as a credit
card tour with a handlebar bag and small panniers or saddlebag. Chris
Kulczycki of Velo-Orange has an article on his blog that describes
just such a tour:
On Fri, 2009-06-26 at 18:57 -0700, Frank wrote:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/pguillam/2671681749/
I rode my Hilsen on STP (Seattle to Portland) last year, and though my
loading was sub-optimal, it worked just fine. Jack Brown tires, all
the weight on the back (I'd use a front rack and bag
I have three cats, one of which is really fat. Maybe I can cram them
in the panniers for a test ride. ;)
The really great thing about the Hilsen is that it has a kickstand
plate!
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The really critical decision related to the tour will be what to bring
to read. I'm figuring I'll bring two mass market paperbacks, possibly
Once and Future King which I've been meaning to read since I was 14
and maybe The Magus which I started reading in Peru year's ago and
never finished. Which
direct link:
http://velo-orange.blogspot.com/2009/05/minimalist-cyclo-touring.html
On Fri, Jun 26, 2009 at 6:52 PM, Jim Cloud cloud...@aol.com wrote:
Strictly speaking, I interpret the term Light Touring as a credit
card tour with a handlebar bag and small panniers or saddlebag. Chris
Neither. 160.
On Jun 26, 7:04 pm, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote:
On Fri, 2009-06-26 at 18:57 -0700, Frank wrote:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/pguillam/2671681749/
I rode my Hilsen on STP (Seattle to Portland) last year, and though my
loading was sub-optimal, it worked just fine.
Cats in panniers. That is a funny mental picture.
Harry
On Jun 26, 7:08 pm, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote:
I have three cats, one of which is really fat. Maybe I can cram them
in the panniers for a test ride. ;)
The really great thing about the Hilsen is that it has a kickstand
plate!
I guess this wouldn't qualify as light touring:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/hammarhead/3660453712/
Total awesomeness. Probably my favorite flickr pages.
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I hope Rivendell will bring back the inflatable touring clown.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/hammarhead/3579194276/
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Tough call what with the Yen being so strong.
On Fri, Jun 26, 2009 at 9:56 PM, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote:
I hope Rivendell will bring back the inflatable touring clown.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/hammarhead/3579194276/
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