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Forum: Touring
04-05-11, 10:44 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 23,678
Posted By Supertick

I have a 92 790 and the rear hub spacing is 135mm.

I have a 92 790 and the rear hub spacing is 135mm.
Forum: Touring
03-31-11, 10:58 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 12,210
Posted By Supertick

I have both and as stated, they are both very...

I have both and as stated, they are both very good racks. The only thing I might add is that I can tow a BOB trailer with the Cargo on the bike but not with the Logo. The Logo bottom rails prevent me...
Forum: Touring
10-16-10, 08:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,374
Posted By Supertick

I have the same year frame and it looks the same....

I have the same year frame and it looks the same. It is a little heavy but a very solid bike for touring. The frame is straight gauge steel so nothing fancy.
Forum: Touring
04-10-10, 04:59 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,629
Posted By Supertick

Full suspension MB towing BOB trailer

I have lots of experience touring but never with this type of set-up. I have a full suspension mountain bike and plan to tow a BOB trailer. I will be mostly on gravel or dirt roads. Anyone out there...
Forum: Touring
11-07-09, 07:58 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,670
Posted By Supertick

My 700c tourer has 44/32/22 with 11-34 cassette....

My 700c tourer has 44/32/22 with 11-34 cassette. That gives me a 17 gear inch low. I used it once while riding the Southern Tier but I was glad I had it. My 26" wheeled tourer has 48/36/24 and it is...
Forum: Touring
10-27-09, 10:06 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 725
Posted By Supertick

Yep. Already placed my order for a 60cm LHT 26"....

Yep. Already placed my order for a 60cm LHT 26". Delivery date around mid December. I have one in 700c too but wanted to do more off road touring. Can't wait for the new one to arrive.
Forum: Touring
10-14-09, 11:31 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,211
Posted By Supertick

While on a tour of the Southern Tier I got food...

While on a tour of the Southern Tier I got food poisoning in Hallettsville Texas. The motel owner recommended the restaurant next door and I made the mistake of eating dinner there. Found out later...
Forum: Touring Bikes and Gear Marketplace
10-10-09, 02:33 PM
Replies: 227
Views: 76,442
Posted By Supertick

Trade

I have a 1996 model Cannondale Super V 900 full suspension mountain bike frame. It is a size large and is in good condition. I purchased it new. I would like to trade it for a 60cm Long Haul Trucker...
Forum: Touring
10-03-09, 01:36 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 988
Posted By Supertick

I think they look very nice. It rains alot where...

I think they look very nice. It rains alot where I live and the cover is an added plus. I would like it if my city put one in. There are alot of bike riders in my community and it would get used...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-03-09, 01:18 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,703
Posted By Supertick

Headset crown race

I am looking for a headset for my 1990 Trek 970. The only part I really need is the crown race. The headset that is on it is a Shimano Deore. My LBS could not find a Shimano headset from their...
Forum: Touring
09-10-09, 08:17 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,354
Posted By Supertick

I want one. Then I will have a pair of LHT's....

I want one. Then I will have a pair of LHT's. They listened to me when I sent them an email. Wonder how many of us requested this?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-23-09, 09:48 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 796
Posted By Supertick

135mm rear hub spacing

On a mountain bike, can someone tell me about what year they went to 135mm rear hub spacing or point me in the direction where I might find the answer. I am looking for a mountain bike frame (Trek...
Forum: Touring
08-17-09, 05:56 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,525
Posted By Supertick

Albatross bars. I use them and like them.

Albatross bars. I use them and like them.
Forum: Touring
07-20-09, 09:54 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,438
Posted By Supertick

Panniers vs trailer

I have four Ortleib panniers that I like and use sometimes. I also have a BOB trailer and I like and use it sometimes. I do not prefer one over the other. Both are a great way to travel and it...
Forum: Framebuilders
07-18-09, 09:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 893
Posted By Supertick

Frame tubing question

Adventure Cycling just came out with a short article regarding the LHT. In the article they state that the LHT is made with heavy 4130 CroMoly steel. I have a MTB (1987 model) that is made with...
Forum: Touring
07-18-09, 10:47 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 565
Posted By Supertick

Frame tubing question

Adventure Cycling had a short article on the LHT. In the article they state that the bike is built with heavy 4130 CroMoly steel.

I have a 1987 model MTB that is built with CroMoly Plain Gauge...
Forum: Commuting
06-29-09, 10:49 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 3,005
Posted By Supertick

Stop

The stop sign is there for a reason. I always stop for stop signs. It seems to me that it creates a good image for bike riders. I know several people in our group that get yelled at, on a regular...
Forum: Commuting
06-09-09, 07:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,340
Posted By Supertick

I have Albatross bars on my LHT and it is most...

I have Albatross bars on my LHT and it is most comfortable. I have put many miles on this bike and for me, it is just the perfect set up. If that is what you like, do it.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-09-09, 07:29 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,061
Posted By Supertick

I have a 1987 model Trek 800 with the same issue....

I have a 1987 model Trek 800 with the same issue. I purchased a set of NOS Dia Comp 986 brakes. They do not use the spring holes and I have had very good luck with them. A local frame builder quoted...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-18-09, 12:25 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,754
Posted By Supertick

Yep

I have an 87 Trek 800 that has them. Straight gauge steel frame and tough as nails. I have converted it to a tourer and other than being a little heavy, it is a great bike. I also upgraded most of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-14-09, 03:50 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,602
Posted By Supertick

Thank you very much. A picture is worth a...

Thank you very much. A picture is worth a thousand words.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-14-09, 09:17 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,602
Posted By Supertick

They are Suntour Symmetric shifters.

They are Suntour Symmetric shifters.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-13-09, 09:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,602
Posted By Supertick

Schematic for Suntour doowntube shifters

I have an 83 model Centurion Pro Tour with Suntour downtube shifters. These are a type that I am not familiar with. Can someone point me in the direction to a schematic of these shifters so I can...
Forum: Touring
04-10-09, 07:46 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,220
Posted By Supertick

I have a Cannondale T2000 and an LHT and they are...

I have a Cannondale T2000 and an LHT and they are both good bikes. But my dream bike, if I ever get rich, will be a Co-Motion Pangea.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-04-09, 06:13 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 41,788
Posted By Supertick

Have: Cannondale full suspension Super V 900...

Have: Cannondale full suspension Super V 900 frame size large.

Want: Late 80's early 90's hardtail Trek or Specialized steel mountain bike frame in large size.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-03-09, 05:44 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 8,427
Posted By Supertick

These wheels were built by Peter Jon White and...

These wheels were built by Peter Jon White and have been very good wheels. I was just surprised at the low reading. With the miles that I have put on these wheels I wasn't sure if they had loosened...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-02-09, 09:14 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 8,427
Posted By Supertick

Nope. My chart shows 1.7 so that is not it.

Nope. My chart shows 1.7 so that is not it.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-02-09, 07:05 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 8,427
Posted By Supertick

Kgf on DB spokes

I purchased a set of wheels from a well known wheel builder several years ago for touring. These wheels have stayed true as can be after about 5,000 touring miles. They are built on XT hubs, Mavic...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-21-09, 02:40 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 49,703
Posted By Supertick

Trek 800

I have a 1987 Trek 800 that I use for touring. It has 17 1/2" chainstays and I have no problems at all. The bike is very solid.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-20-09, 08:10 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 544
Posted By Supertick

Answer

I found the answer I was looking for.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-17-09, 03:21 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 544
Posted By Supertick

Comparing two Treks

Hello all. I am trying to compare the frame geometry of two 1992 model Treks. A Trek 520 compared to a Trek 790 Hybrid. A recent thread here has got me wondering if my 790 frame is anywhere near the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-06-09, 09:39 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 375
Posted By Supertick

Front shifting issue

I have a 2008 Surly LHT complete that I just installed TruVativ Stylo OCT 3.3 GXP cranks. The bike came with a Tiagra front der. Cranks are very nice but now the front der can't shift to the large...
Forum: Touring
02-24-09, 09:50 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 860
Posted By Supertick

Bob

I towed a BOB for many years with a Hybrid bike. I now use a touring bike or converted mountain bike to tour with. I use panniers sometime and the BOB sometime and have no preference.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-24-09, 06:51 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 588
Posted By Supertick

Trek

I have an 87 model Trek 800 and it is straight ga. steel. I converted it to a touring bike. It weighs one pound less than my 62 cm LHT. Mine has been a very fun bike to ride and has been well cared...
Forum: Touring
02-21-09, 08:59 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 962
Posted By Supertick

26" wheeled bike

I too am looking for a touring bike with 26" wheels. My LHT is a 62 cm and it is a great bike for paved roads and some gravel but why can't anyone make a large frame touring bike for tall riders. I...
Forum: Touring
02-17-09, 01:16 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 7,501
Posted By Supertick

Dream touring bike

My dream touring bike would have 26" wheels and a sturdy steel frame. But there are not that many choices that I can find. I ride a 62cm frame and the 26" frames seem to be only in the smaller sizes....
Forum: Touring
02-13-09, 09:21 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 721
Posted By Supertick

Tubus Logo and a BOB Yak

I usually use front and rear panniers but I also like to tow my BOB trailer sometimes and leave the panniers at home. The trailer works fine when I use my LHT that has a Tubus Cargo rear rack. I...
Forum: Touring
01-14-09, 09:46 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 43,501
Posted By Supertick

Touring

How about the Centurion Pro Tour. I have an 83 year model and have thought about touring on it. Seems like a solid bike.
Forum: Touring
01-14-09, 09:37 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 10,749
Posted By Supertick

Bars

I rode the Southern Tier (3150 miles) using Albatross type bars and was very comfortable. I have two touring bikes. One with the Albatross bars and one with Butterfly bars. I like both and have...
Forum: Commuting
01-11-09, 10:35 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,019
Posted By Supertick

Bars

I run Albatross bars on my mountain bike with mountain bike brakes and bar end shifters. Works great.
Forum: Commuting
01-07-09, 03:35 PM
Replies: 125
Views: 7,250
Posted By Supertick

Funny story

I use my bike for most of my transportation needs and only drive my car one or two days a week. Today I hooked up my Burley Flatbed trailer to my mountain bike and took all of my returnable bottles...
Forum: Touring
01-03-09, 04:36 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,297
Posted By Supertick

Racks

I have a Tubus Cargo on my Cannondale T2000 and used a 1/4 inch spacer on both sides. I had a Tubus Tara front rack on the same bike but had to put about 5/8 inch spacers on both sides. My Cannondale...
Forum: Commuting
12-24-08, 06:00 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,479
Posted By Supertick

Bikes

I am retired and on a fixed income. I budget $20.00 per month for gas and have stuck to it for the past 8 months or so. I do my grocery shopping by bike and go and pay my bills by bike. Rain or shine...
Forum: Touring Bikes and Gear Marketplace
12-03-08, 09:03 PM
Replies: 227
Views: 76,442
Posted By Supertick

For Trade

I have a size large Cannondale Super V 900 full suspension mountain bike frame that I bought new in 1996. It is too small for me and does not have many miles on it. I would like to trade it for a 23"...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-22-08, 06:12 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,738
Posted By Supertick

Chains

I never broke a chain until I went to 9sp. I have broke two 9 spd chains so far. I don't care to start a war here, but I broke both 9 spd chains while powering up a hill on tour. I did not break the...
Forum: Touring
09-21-08, 05:55 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 5,684
Posted By Supertick

Lht

I have a 62cm LHT with front and rear racks and it weighs 35 pounds. I love the bike though.
Forum: Touring
09-05-08, 10:02 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,613
Posted By Supertick

Which bike

Ride all of them and pick the one that fits you best. There is no right answer to your question. I happen to own a Cannondale T2000 and a LHT and they are both great bikes. But they might not be best...
Forum: Touring
07-30-08, 09:21 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,034
Posted By Supertick

T2 vs. LHT

I have a Cannondale T2000 and a LHT and like them both very much. The Cannondale is about three pounds lighter. The ride on both is very nice and I can't say I like one over the other. But like most...
Forum: Touring
07-24-08, 08:09 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,858
Posted By Supertick

62

I am 6'2" with very long legs. I have a 2005 model Cannondale T2000 in size Jumbo which is the largest size for Cannondale. I bought a 2008 model LHT in 62cm and it fits me perfectly. This is a...
Forum: Commuting
07-22-08, 11:08 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,401
Posted By Supertick

Bars

Albatross bars all the way. Comfortable, and I can see everything with no sore neck.
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