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Forum: Touring
02-12-09, 09:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,376
Posted By Carbon Ken

That's ingenious! An excellent idea. :)

That's ingenious! An excellent idea. :)
Forum: Touring
02-11-09, 01:17 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,818
Posted By Carbon Ken

I also use the Exped downmat. It may not be...

I also use the Exped downmat.

It may not be the smallest inflatable mattress around but IMHO, it's the most comfortable and it's also very warm. So warm that I downgraded my sleeping bag from my...
Forum: Touring
02-11-09, 01:01 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,122
Posted By Carbon Ken

If you're so anal about dipping your wheel, just...

If you're so anal about dipping your wheel, just dip your tire a inch into the water. Or wrap your wheel in a garbage bag and dip it. :lol:
Forum: Touring
02-06-09, 12:23 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 693
Posted By Carbon Ken

Thanks a lot for the great info! I think...

Thanks a lot for the great info!

I think I'll try the Nomad and pick a route which stays clear of the Trans Canada highway. At least in the province of Manitoba.
Forum: Touring
02-05-09, 01:07 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 693
Posted By Carbon Ken

Cross Canada tour with a trailer

Hi,

I'm currently planning on doing a cross Canada tour from Victoria to St. John's this summer. It's still in the planning stage but I've decided to use a trailer instead of panniers because I'll...
Forum: Touring
02-04-09, 12:13 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,127
Posted By Carbon Ken

When I did my last tour, the thought of having a...

When I did my last tour, the thought of having a big feast at the end of the day was my greatest motivation. Of course I ended up gaining weight after my one week ride but at least it was fun. ;)
...
Forum: Touring
02-02-09, 12:42 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,115
Posted By Carbon Ken

No idea but it was really nice of you to offer...

No idea but it was really nice of you to offer him those items. You can tell by the pic that he really appreciated it. :thumb:
Forum: Touring
01-23-09, 11:43 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,295
Posted By Carbon Ken

I did a short tour using a full suspension carbon...

I did a short tour using a full suspension carbon fiber mountain bike with 140mm fork, 5.5" of rear travel, 180mm disc brakes, etc. and a BOB trailer.

I wouldn't recommend it but that was the only...
Forum: Touring
01-22-09, 04:02 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 821
Posted By Carbon Ken

Perhaps you're looking for a bungee cord? As...

Perhaps you're looking for a bungee cord?

As for the saddle, I'm surprised you can't find a WTB Rocket V anymore. Either way, they're great saddles. It's on my touring bike as well...
Forum: Touring
01-21-09, 02:08 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,365
Posted By Carbon Ken

Looking back at Mt. Temple along the Columbia...

Looking back at Mt. Temple along the Columbia Icefields Parkway

http://www.takabe.ca/bicycle/bicycle-50.jpg

Outpost burger at the Outpost pub! Nom Nom Nom!
...
Forum: Touring
01-20-09, 05:17 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,016
Posted By Carbon Ken

Ramen is my food of choice but here's a tip. ...

Ramen is my food of choice but here's a tip.

When choosing ramen, go for the Korean ramen which comes in the foil packages as opposed to the others like Sapporo Ichiban which come in thin plastic...
Forum: Touring
01-20-09, 04:25 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,510
Posted By Carbon Ken

I did a tour using a mountain bike fitted with a...

I did a tour using a mountain bike fitted with a Fox Float RLC 100mm fork. I didn't find it too bad on flat surfaces but I could see the fork bobbing during the uphills - even with the fork being...
Forum: Western Canada
01-19-09, 02:42 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 965
Posted By Carbon Ken

I've done Banff to Jasper and didn't find it too...

I've done Banff to Jasper and didn't find it too difficult. The only section of concern was the rise from the "Big Bend" to the Parker ridge trailhead. Otherwise, it was fairly reasonable.

FWIW,...
Forum: Touring
01-19-09, 01:08 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,786
Posted By Carbon Ken

VIA will cost around $160 for Jasper to Edmonton....

VIA will cost around $160 for Jasper to Edmonton.

Do you have a hosteling international membership? If so, the Greyhound might be a better choice since you'll get a 25% discount off of their...
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