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Forum: Touring
11-16-08, 08:52 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 804
Posted By drcrash

I have a Sora derailler that's been working very...

I have a Sora derailler that's been working very well.
Forum: Touring
03-14-08, 07:33 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,560
Posted By drcrash

I really like the $99 Eureka. Been using one...

I really like the $99 Eureka. Been using one like it for several years, and it has been great.
Forum: Touring
06-27-07, 10:23 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,039
Posted By drcrash

I'm not trying to be flip, but how about leaving...

I'm not trying to be flip, but how about leaving your lights at home and riding during the day. Summer tours in the northern tier of states means many hours of daylight. Just a thought.
Forum: Touring
06-25-07, 07:43 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,918
Posted By drcrash

Once you get the bike/box thing squared away,...

Once you get the bike/box thing squared away, there's a couple other things to consider. I've found the air conditioning aboard the Empire builder to be down right cold. So, wear something more...
Forum: Touring
05-23-07, 09:31 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,465
Posted By drcrash

I usually scribble down the day's vital...

I usually scribble down the day's vital statistics (distance, overnight town, etc.). After that there's either a) nothing, b) thoughts on the topic of the day, or c) notes on someone I met during...
Forum: Touring
05-09-07, 12:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,028
Posted By drcrash

I find bike clothing (roadie shorts, jerseys,...

I find bike clothing (roadie shorts, jerseys, cycling socks, arm warmers, etc.) a little over the top on tour. I prefer a t-shirt and cargo shorts, but go with what you like. Besides, if you're on...
Forum: Touring
05-09-07, 12:31 PM
Replies: 16
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Views: 1,437
Posted By drcrash

I toured with a guy who had one. It was fun...

I toured with a guy who had one. It was fun having a running fix on your position ("Only half a mile to the top of the pass"). Aside from the novelty, I didn't see any advantage over a road map
Forum: Touring
04-23-07, 03:33 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 9,673
Posted By drcrash

I'm using a Sora derailer with my Sugino crank...

I'm using a Sora derailer with my Sugino crank (46-36-26). It works fine.
Forum: Touring
04-17-07, 03:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 961
Posted By drcrash

Thanks for the help. I'll just go up a couple...

Thanks for the help. I'll just go up a couple sizes and ride on 700x37's (as before). As mentioned above, I'm hoping the added volume and lower tire pressures will smooth out the road. Thanks...
Forum: Touring
04-15-07, 05:07 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 961
Posted By drcrash

Disenchanted with Schwalbe Marathons...

I used to ride Continental Top Touring 2000 (700x37) tires and found them to be smooth-riding and reasonably durable. For me, they were the ideal tire, but they are no longer available. I had read...
Forum: Touring
03-14-07, 10:03 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,409
Posted By drcrash

I had a T2000 for several years and found the...

I had a T2000 for several years and found the quality of the ride to be more a function of the tire and tire pressure rather than the fact that it was made of aluminum. I used Specialized Nimbus...
03-07-07, 07:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 761
Posted By drcrash

Try http://www.biketoolsetc.com/. They carry...

Try http://www.biketoolsetc.com/. They carry Sapim spokes at a good price.
Forum: Touring
02-06-07, 03:42 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,948
Posted By drcrash

My son has a Surly, and I have a Nitto. Both are...

My son has a Surly, and I have a Nitto. Both are well made and either would be a good choice. I'd give the Nitto the edge for looks, and the Surly for load capacity.
Forum: Touring
01-25-07, 08:31 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,949
Posted By drcrash

Lots of peolpe like the Sugino XD600 cranks.

Lots of peolpe like the Sugino XD600 cranks.
Forum: Touring
01-15-07, 07:09 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,879
Posted By drcrash

Nebraska was an interesting ride. It had sort of...

Nebraska was an interesting ride. It had sort of a split personality: cowboy in the west that morphed into farmer in the east. When I rode US 20, I camped in Fort Robinson, Merriman, Ainsworth,...
12-07-06, 06:02 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,144
Posted By drcrash

Sugino alloy rings are made iin several BCDs and...

Sugino alloy rings are made iin several BCDs and sizes. You can get them from any bike shop that sources parts from Quality Bicycle Parts.
11-02-06, 07:29 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,131
Posted By drcrash

Another place you might try for a replacement...

Another place you might try for a replacement fork is One-on-One Cycles. They've got a basement full of salvaged parts at very reasonable prices. I'll bet a buck that they have something that'll...
Forum: Touring
10-04-06, 06:03 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,180
Posted By drcrash

I'm a computer programmer with a large company. ...

I'm a computer programmer with a large company. Their HR policies include a provision for an unpaid leave of absence. I've taken advantage of this policy a couple times and plan to again next...
Forum: Touring
09-14-06, 07:45 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,413
Posted By drcrash

From where does dookey like this come? I believe...

From where does dookey like this come? I believe Waterford built bikes for Rivendell in the past.
08-22-06, 02:47 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 674
Posted By drcrash

How about a few of the metric flat head machine...

How about a few of the metric flat head machine screws used to fasten cleats to cycling shoes? Zip ties?
08-21-06, 06:15 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,292
Posted By drcrash

If I had no tools, the first thing I'd buy is a...

If I had no tools, the first thing I'd buy is a good floor pump.
Forum: Touring
08-08-06, 07:59 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,977
Posted By drcrash

Optimus 111B stove, 1974.

Optimus 111B stove, 1974.
08-05-06, 07:48 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,707
Posted By drcrash

Take a look at...

Take a look at http://www.impactbearing.com/6000series.html. There's a nice display on the page that describes the meanings of the suffix on the bearing number.
Forum: Touring
07-31-06, 04:32 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 6,523
Posted By drcrash

My wife bought me a Eureka Juno II for Christmas...

My wife bought me a Eureka Juno II for Christmas back in 2000. It's been a great touring tent: relatively cheap, reasonable weight, plenty of space, free standing, etc., etc. It's major drawback is...
Forum: Touring
07-07-06, 12:18 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,070
Posted By drcrash

Once in a while, a can of Raid Yard Guard™...

Once in a while, a can of Raid Yard Guard™ Outdoor Fogger comes in handy... not exactly PC, but very effective. To quote a friend as he fogged our campsite one evening, "I've had enough of this...
06-30-06, 08:18 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 689
Posted By drcrash

Kalloy and Nitto make threaded (quill) stems in a...

Kalloy and Nitto make threaded (quill) stems in a variety of lengths that are available in both 26.0 and 25.4 clamp diameters. It's probably your most affordable option.
Forum: Touring
06-21-06, 02:56 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 638
Posted By drcrash

For me, the plainer the better. For warm...

For me, the plainer the better. For warm weather, I go with a pair of shorts, a t-shirt, and cotton quarter socks. I usually wear mountain [baggy] shorts, but lately have been wearing plain old...
Forum: Touring
06-12-06, 06:09 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 10,945
Posted By drcrash

Last tour was 12mph over 2100 miles (70 miles/day...

Last tour was 12mph over 2100 miles (70 miles/day average).
Forum: Touring
06-06-06, 07:29 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 865
Posted By drcrash

Back and forth across North America (a...

Back and forth across North America (a Forrest-Gump-on-a-bike thing) till funds run out.
06-05-06, 07:38 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,064
Posted By drcrash

Try here: ...

Try here:
http://www.biketoolsetc.com/index.cgi?id=3035851779&c=Repair%20Parts&sc=Cable%20and%20Housing&tc=Cable%20End%20Tips
Forum: Touring
03-02-06, 03:17 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,299
Posted By drcrash

Keep in mind that to broaden the appeal of your...

Keep in mind that to broaden the appeal of your bike for resale, you should, when the time for repainting comes around, stick to neutral colors. Beige and taupe are nice, inoffensive, and...
Forum: Touring
03-02-06, 03:06 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,702
Posted By drcrash

This is a loaded question. Whether you choose to...

This is a loaded question. Whether you choose to tour solo, with a couple riding buddies, or a larger group of strangers is personal preference. On a long tour, you may have the opportunity to do...
03-02-06, 02:36 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,614
Posted By drcrash

I had a set of Coda cartridge-bearing hubs on a...

I had a set of Coda cartridge-bearing hubs on a C'dale T2000 a few years back. They used standard-sized bearings (B6000 and B6001) that are available from many sources... I got my replacements from...
Forum: Touring
02-15-06, 04:00 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 10,434
Posted By drcrash

I have used Coda, Alex Adventurer, and Sun CR18...

I have used Coda, Alex Adventurer, and Sun CR18 rims with Coda, Shimano LX, and Shimano XT hubs (respectively) for touring. All were built into 36 spoke, 3x wheels using 14 gauge spokes. All of them...
02-04-06, 11:01 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 551
Posted By drcrash

A friend has a mid-70's Schwinn. He refurbished...

A friend has a mid-70's Schwinn. He refurbished the bike (powder-coat, etc., etc.) and found that he couldn't get the handlebars high enough to suit him. He bought a Nitto Technomic stem, but had...
Forum: Touring
02-03-06, 08:26 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 444
Posted By drcrash

Sun makes a nice 27" rim, the CR18. Using them,...

Sun makes a nice 27" rim, the CR18. Using them, I built the front and rear wheels for a Schwinn Super LeTour using the original hubs (still in pretty good shape after new grease and bearings) and 14...
Forum: Touring
01-31-06, 09:58 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,620
Posted By drcrash

You are correct. Only about 40% of the trail was...

You are correct. Only about 40% of the trail was complete at the time I rode that route. The traffic on most of US 20 (parallels the trail) is so light that I preferred the road's pavement over the...
Forum: Touring
01-30-06, 12:30 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,620
Posted By drcrash

The Cowboy trail in Nebraska is a long one. ...

The Cowboy trail in Nebraska is a long one. Check out the website: http://www.ngpc.state.ne.us/parks/guides/trails/cowboy/cowboy.asp. The trail parallels US 20 across Nebraska. I rode it a couple...
Forum: Touring
01-26-06, 07:27 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 805
Posted By drcrash

Yes, I dld. I rode coast to coast the summer...

Yes, I dld. I rode coast to coast the summer after I turned 50. My wife, a teacher, didn't work the summer, and pacification wasn't necessary. In fact, she thought it was a good idea and, along...
Forum: Touring
01-09-06, 09:28 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 550
Posted By drcrash

Do a search of the touring forum. Look for the...

Do a search of the touring forum. Look for the word "trailer" in the title. I'll bet you get at least a half dozen threads that will more than answer your question.

This topic sparks the same...
01-01-06, 01:14 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 658
Posted By drcrash

Both are factors... but so is cost. It (the...

Both are factors... but so is cost. It (the cost) trumped a TA Zephyr crankset's beauty and functionality. I settled for a Sugino.
Forum: Touring
01-01-06, 01:01 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 4,686
Posted By drcrash

This thread is like a bad accident on the...

This thread is like a bad accident on the freeway. You know you shouldn't gawk at the tragedy/spectacle, but you do anyway.
12-30-05, 02:23 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 521
Posted By drcrash

You did fine. Don't give it another thought. ...

You did fine. Don't give it another thought. Have fun.
12-24-05, 11:32 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 2,917
Posted By drcrash

I don't understand why they should do either. ...

I don't understand why they should do either. Four bucks seems a fair price for a tube (maybe a little less than the local rate). What makes you think they should sweeten the deal by tossing in...
12-19-05, 02:36 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,646
Posted By drcrash

I like that amortization idea. What is the...

I like that amortization idea. What is the going rate for a wheel true? Around here it is $15.00. After a dozen wheels, you're making money.
12-19-05, 02:28 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 756
Posted By drcrash

40mm spacers are available from...

40mm spacers are available from www.biketoolsetc.com.
Forum: Touring
12-06-05, 03:06 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 8,027
Posted By drcrash

Thanks for the information. I looked further and...

Thanks for the information. I looked further and found these information sources:

Milepost Magazine -- Everyone's favorite resource for Alaskan Highway information.
KARO maps - A source for...
Forum: Touring
12-04-05, 10:22 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,185
Posted By drcrash

I'm glad some one made the point about bar end...

I'm glad some one made the point about bar end shifters being more affordable. Being a guy who usually orders from the right hand side of the menu, this is a big deal. Also, downtube shifters are...
Forum: Touring
11-28-05, 10:21 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 915
Posted By drcrash

Not all Waterfords are lugged. You can buy a TIG...

Not all Waterfords are lugged. You can buy a TIG welded Waterford if you wish. Also, all Waterfords are custom-built, made-to-measure bikes. There are standard, stock sizes for all Waterford...
Forum: Touring
11-12-05, 07:37 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 8,027
Posted By drcrash

Has anyone cycled the Alaska Highway? Any...

Has anyone cycled the Alaska Highway? Any advice, comments, suggestions? I drove it both ways back in the summer of '76, and I imagine that much has changed since then. I've always wanted to give...
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