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Forum: Northeast
05-10-07, 07:45 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 433
Posted By JLL

Multi-Day Mountain and Camping Trip Recommendations

Hey folks -

A buddy and I are trying to plan a 3-4 day touring trip in MD, VA, or WV that involves some mountain biking trails and camping. We are based out of College Park, MD but will have...
Forum: Touring
02-23-07, 02:52 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,007
Posted By JLL

So close to getting the bike then: ...

So close to getting the bike then:

http://nowactlikeit.com/gallery2/main.php?g2_view=core.DownloadItem&g2_itemId=108&g2_serialNumber=1

Broke my damn elbow wednesday night when I hit some black...
Forum: Touring
02-20-07, 05:23 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,007
Posted By JLL

I don't know why it was creaky? It was only when...

I don't know why it was creaky? It was only when I put some stress on it going up hills, but it definitely set off a flag. In addition, when I looked down at the crank I saw that the paint had been...
Forum: Touring
02-20-07, 04:35 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,007
Posted By JLL

I am in a pickle now. I test rode the Aurora...

I am in a pickle now.

I test rode the Aurora and it was nice. The frame was nice and solid, with a comfortable ride. The handlebar set Ritchey Biomax II was also nice with the dual breaking...
Forum: Touring
02-19-07, 06:21 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,007
Posted By JLL

trace22clawson - Thanx for the info. I'll be...

trace22clawson - Thanx for the info. I'll be checking out a Aurora tomorrow, hopefully they have a frame that fits me. I still wish I could experience a Sherpa, but I think that is near to...
Forum: Touring
02-18-07, 10:05 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,007
Posted By JLL

tacomee & mycoatl - Thanx for the info about...

tacomee & mycoatl - Thanx for the info about Ritchey and the wheels. I'll report back on the Jamis probably on Tuesday or Thursday depending on when the LBS is open. As far as the Jamis Aurora...
Forum: Touring
02-18-07, 02:01 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,007
Posted By JLL

I checked in on the T800 and they didn't carry...

I checked in on the T800 and they didn't carry it.

I did ride a 2007 Randonee-59cm and it felt pretty darn good. The chainstay issue is there at 17", but I think with a careful rear-rack and...
Forum: Touring
02-18-07, 10:47 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,007
Posted By JLL

I am on my way over in about 30 minutes to do...

I am on my way over in about 30 minutes to do just that. I am an REI fan so there is no problem there, but as you know... its about the bike... all about the bike.

I just called around for a...
Forum: Touring
02-18-07, 10:30 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,007
Posted By JLL

Where did you track down a Sherpa? Its the bike...

Where did you track down a Sherpa? Its the bike I would buy if I could locate one. The only place that seem to carry Rocky Mountain Bikes is Hudson Trail Outfitters and they don't maintain the...
Forum: Touring
02-18-07, 08:49 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,007
Posted By JLL

Hey Tom, thanx for your response about the...

Hey Tom, thanx for your response about the Randonee chainstay. Do you mind me asking how tall and how big your feet are? Like I said I am 6'0" with 11 feet. I didn't quite know if maybe going with...
Forum: Touring
02-17-07, 09:39 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,007
Posted By JLL

Thanx mycoatl - The Kona Sutra seems to have...

Thanx mycoatl - The Kona Sutra seems to have several poor reports of quality with one broken frame, and a few rack attachment cracks as well as other issues. The Burley sounds sweet, I will keep my...
Forum: Touring
02-17-07, 08:21 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,007
Posted By JLL

Randonee Chainstay Q and First Time Touring Bike Clarifications

The Simple Question:

Q: Have any Navara Randonee owners experienced problems with the short 17" chainstay?

Q: Do the rear Panniers typically have the clearance needed for fully loaded...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-05-05, 05:23 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 269
Posted By JLL

DC Area Route Suggestion [MD/DC folks]

I am interested in trying to ride from within Washington DC up to the Laurel Area (right next to the scaggsville 95 exit) I am trying to find a somewhat safe route but all I really see are 4 major...
Forum: Introductions
07-24-05, 04:21 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 238
Posted By JLL

Biking in DC

Hey Folks...

I've recently got the biking bug. Been trying to clean up my Trek 4900 a little bit and taking it around the area in the company of a few friends. I'm interested in learning how to...
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