Which bike should I ship for my trip
07-19-11, 12:01 PM
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Which bike should I ship for my trip
I'm headed to Portland in a few weeks. I'm not sure which bike I should send. I'm bored at work and would like to hear some input.
Do I take my commuter - 08 Jamis ventura comp - tons of miles
Or
11 Tarmac elite - <300 miles
Ive been reading articles and YouTube-ing how to ship my bike (fed ex).
Thanks for your replies
Do I take my commuter - 08 Jamis ventura comp - tons of miles
Or
11 Tarmac elite - <300 miles
Ive been reading articles and YouTube-ing how to ship my bike (fed ex).
Thanks for your replies
07-19-11, 12:04 PM
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Also, I don't want to rent.
I have been having pains due to fighting itbs. And adjusting to a new bike. I think renting will be the most painful option.
I have been having pains due to fighting itbs. And adjusting to a new bike. I think renting will be the most painful option.
07-19-11, 12:08 PM
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07-20-11, 05:30 AM
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Take the Tarmac and insure it well. Any reason you can't put it in a bike box on a plane but tell them it's a wheel chair or something else to avoid fees?
07-20-11, 11:41 AM
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Thanks for the replies
I live in Chicago and this will be my first chance to ride some mtn!
I'm learning toward taking the Tarmac.
Flying with it is no option, I have to take the bus/train to the airport
I live in Chicago and this will be my first chance to ride some mtn!
I'm learning toward taking the Tarmac.
Flying with it is no option, I have to take the bus/train to the airport
07-20-11, 11:54 AM
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Where you going to ride in Portland?
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07-20-11, 02:03 PM
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take your nice road bike. the riding here is AMAZING and you'll love it on the tarmac. Don't mess up your fun time. Do it right - live your life. if you loose your bike, get another one.
07-20-11, 03:05 PM
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depends. if you're planning on serious road riding, take the tarmac.
if you're planning on exploring more of portland by bike, take the jamis.
Personally, I love exploring new cities by bike. Way quicker to get around and quicker for me to get my bearings and start to get a sense of direction, without reliance on public transit or car rental (especially if i'm unfamiliar with the city.)
If you plan on doing this ^, take the commuter - you can always putter around the city, and get in some decent road riding on it. (bring road pedals/shoes, and a pedal wrench if you currently have commute-y ones on there) I'd hate having to lock up a new tarmac anywhere outside...
on the other hand, if you're only looking for road riding, bring the tarmac. If you pack it up nicely, it'll get there safe and sound
if you're planning on exploring more of portland by bike, take the jamis.
Personally, I love exploring new cities by bike. Way quicker to get around and quicker for me to get my bearings and start to get a sense of direction, without reliance on public transit or car rental (especially if i'm unfamiliar with the city.)
If you plan on doing this ^, take the commuter - you can always putter around the city, and get in some decent road riding on it. (bring road pedals/shoes, and a pedal wrench if you currently have commute-y ones on there) I'd hate having to lock up a new tarmac anywhere outside...
on the other hand, if you're only looking for road riding, bring the tarmac. If you pack it up nicely, it'll get there safe and sound
07-20-11, 03:09 PM
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Tarmac; you might come in quarters of a cyclist babe and you want to look your best.
