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11-23-21, 12:16 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 15,270
Posted By skijor

Good lord this is old. I was skinnier, had more...

Good lord this is old. I was skinnier, had more hair, and fewer dogs back then. I never did the Salsa Ti build. I got a steel Salsa. Still have it. It's a tank that fits me wonderfully. However, I...
08-16-21, 10:56 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 5,769
Posted By skijor

If you have a fatty, then I can understand...

If you have a fatty, then I can understand wanting a pump that can put out more volume. I do not currently own a fatty or even a MTB. But this new Bontrager has that capability. I hope it performs...
08-15-21, 08:33 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 5,769
Posted By skijor

I had enough of my 20+ yo Topeak Joe Blow. I...

I had enough of my 20+ yo Topeak Joe Blow. I replaced the original head and its hose 10-ish years ago.
I replaced it a couple weeks ago with a Bontrager dual mode (high pressure or high volume). It...
09-22-20, 08:40 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 968
Posted By skijor

That means you get to use the good bathroom...the...

That means you get to use the good bathroom...the one with TP. I however, am still wearing this gimp suit.
This is really a question for the Forum Suggestions & User Assistance subforum...hence the...
04-07-20, 05:33 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,586
Posted By skijor

Toilet paper companies?

Toilet paper companies?
04-03-18, 10:35 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,502
Posted By skijor

Me too. I had to google Rapha for Pete's sake....

Me too. I had to google Rapha for Pete's sake. And that got me to google "for Pete's sake" etymology. No wonder I'm getting little accomplished this morning.

I am not worthy--apparently. meh.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-27-18, 10:10 AM
Replies: 183
Views: 23,173
Posted By skijor

Perhaps that certain accessories would be...

Perhaps that certain accessories would be rendered unusable, or at least less user-friendly. For example, would a standard large water bottle fit on the seat tube? I know that's a problem for smaller...
12-15-17, 05:39 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,328
Posted By skijor

Toss them in the aquarium and let the Malaysian...

Toss them in the aquarium and let the Malaysian Trumpet Snails get busy.
Forum: Great Lakes
05-24-17, 01:01 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,519
Posted By skijor

Wow the HHH has gotten to be a rich man's ride....

Wow the HHH has gotten to be a rich man's ride. No need for the lottery with that kind of cost.

You should have no problem selling it...assuming that's allowed.
04-10-17, 11:54 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,617
Posted By skijor

Thanks for the input on the Minits. I decided to...

Thanks for the input on the Minits. I decided to gamble on another Kenda Kwest since they're less than half the price of a Schwalbe, for example. Also didn't want to waste anymore time searching for...
04-09-17, 12:00 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,617
Posted By skijor

Good thread timing. I am also looking for 32-406...

Good thread timing. I am also looking for 32-406 tire suggestions. I have significant tread separation on the two year-old stock Kenda Kwest 32-406 20" for my Bacchetta Giro 20. This could be a...
09-25-16, 12:21 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 677
Posted By skijor

Iphone = lightning protection?

Apparently no intelligent bicyclists work at Apple.

https://www.ispot.tv/ad/ANMv/apple-iphone-morning-ride-song-by-ac-dc
Forum: Great Lakes
04-11-16, 10:10 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,180
Posted By skijor

Root River Bluff & Valley Bicycle Tour...

Root River Bluff & Valley Bicycle Tour (https://havefunbiking.com/wp-content/uploads/2016-BluffCountry-RootRiver-Ride.pdf) - July 8-10. 50-68 mi/day. I haven't biked SE MN, but have heard great...
04-03-16, 11:39 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,876
Posted By skijor

Rubberband around the rear caliper. Just strong...

Rubberband around the rear caliper. Just strong enough to create a little drag, and yet not immediately noticeable.
Forum: Recumbent
03-29-16, 11:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,415
Posted By skijor

Cool. They're on their way to cracking 100.

Cool. They're on their way to cracking 100.
03-24-16, 08:48 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,096
Posted By skijor

These are the storms where I'm glad I sprung for...

These are the storms where I'm glad I sprung for a real snow thrower. Alllllmost swapped the snowthrower and motorcycle spots in the garage last week.
Forum: Great Lakes
03-12-16, 12:21 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 916
Posted By skijor

I've done three of them, and will do my fourth...

I've done three of them, and will do my fourth this year. Yes, it is in lower Michigan. It's an excellent ride. Beautiful sandy beaches all along the west coast. Plenty of wonderful swimming options....
Forum: Great Lakes
02-22-16, 01:19 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,180
Posted By skijor

I rode Race the Lake in 2012. That was the...

I rode Race the Lake in 2012. That was the fastest I ever covered a distance of that length. Yeah, lots of drafting. It's fairly flat, but a fun event nonetheless.
Forum: Great Lakes
12-29-15, 12:55 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,180
Posted By skijor

Midwest must do rides - 2016

Signed up for my fourth Shoreline West (http://www.lmb.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=category&layout=blog&id=46&Itemid=21) in lower Michigan. It's the ride's 30th anniversary. In twenty years...
Forum: Great Lakes
06-19-15, 03:33 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 903
Posted By skijor

Not that I am aware of. However, here is...

Not that I am aware of. However, here is Waterford's 2015 Ride Schedule (http://waterfordbikes.com/w/culture/factory-rides/).

Looks like round trip between the two would be ~200k.

Trek does the...
05-30-15, 09:50 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,156
Posted By skijor

Yeah, love my Waterford (in Subaru Rally Blue)....

Yeah, love my Waterford (in Subaru Rally Blue). Still, I didn't have that kind of disposable income twenty years ago.
05-30-15, 08:10 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,242
Posted By skijor

I had been getting ads on my 3yo HTC smartphone...

I had been getting ads on my 3yo HTC smartphone running Ice Cream Sandwich and using its default browser. The ads are gone :)
Forum: Recumbent
05-29-15, 09:24 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,969
Posted By skijor

Here's an unpadded shorts thread that I started...

Here's an unpadded shorts thread that I started last year. There was some constructive input that may be of use to you.
Is there a Gander Mountain or Scheels near you?

...
Forum: Recumbent
05-05-15, 08:27 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,348
Posted By skijor

I can appreciate the flexibility of platforms. I...

I can appreciate the flexibility of platforms. I also ride a Giro ATT 20 and love it. However, I breathed a sigh of relief once I got comfortable with the bent and installed clipless pedals. No more...
Forum: Commuting
03-09-15, 06:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 838
Posted By skijor

Made me smile :) :thumb:

Made me smile :) :thumb:
03-08-15, 09:17 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,192
Posted By skijor

I never did when I winter commuted. As long as...

I never did when I winter commuted. As long as you're ok with the mess en route to the basement to dry completely, go for it.

"Another school of thought is to never bring a cold bike into a warm...
Forum: Great Lakes
03-03-15, 04:18 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,788
Posted By skijor

The Sugar River bike trail...

The Sugar River bike trail (http://dnr.wi.gov/topic/parks/name/sugarriver/) runs through New Glarus to Brodhead. And Sugar River Pizza is right on the trail. I ate there last summer with friends...
Forum: Great Lakes
03-01-15, 09:27 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,788
Posted By skijor

No prob. Muggy, yes. Rainy? Compared to where?...

No prob. Muggy, yes. Rainy? Compared to where? Average annual precip is ~34". We do get more of it in the summer. Bring rain gear, but don't plan on using it much. June tends to be wetter, but these...
Forum: Great Lakes
03-01-15, 08:12 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,788
Posted By skijor

A set of four bicycle maps for the state. Try...

A set of four bicycle maps for the state. Try again...click on the Bicycle Maps (Set of four).
https://store.wisconsinbikefed.org/

More detailed info on this set...
Forum: Great Lakes
03-01-15, 03:34 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,788
Posted By skijor

Baraboo would be further than your 50-ish miles....

Baraboo would be further than your 50-ish miles. It'd be about that one way.

Another suggestion, pick up set of these:
http://https://store.wisconsinbikefed.org/shop/bicycle-maps-set-of-four/...
Forum: Great Lakes
03-01-15, 01:58 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,064
Posted By skijor

That's kind of like asking if there are any good...

That's kind of like asking if there are any good shows in NYC. Where do you begin? :)
Forum: Great Lakes
03-01-15, 01:56 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,788
Posted By skijor

A good starting point...Bike Maps - Bike Madison...

A good starting point...Bike Maps - Bike Madison - City of Madison, Wisconsin (http://www.cityofmadison.com/bikemadison/planTrip/map.cfm)

If you like hills, drive about an hour west of Madison...
Forum: Fatbikes
03-01-15, 09:12 AM
Replies: 418
Views: 156,669
Posted By skijor

Too much? But lower psi = more give in sidewalls....

Too much? But lower psi = more give in sidewalls. I'd expect more psi or a different tire choice would help limit energy loss. And yes, I realize some pogo-ing is unavoidable on steeper grades.
Forum: Fatbikes
02-28-15, 09:01 PM
Replies: 418
Views: 156,669
Posted By skijor

This guy is pogo-ing like crazy. Does he have...

This guy is pogo-ing like crazy. Does he have insufficient tire pressure or is that just the nature of fatties?
Forum: Great Lakes
02-28-15, 06:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,381
Posted By skijor

GRABAAWR, BikeNorthwoods, and SAGBRAW...

GRABAAWR, BikeNorthwoods, and SAGBRAW (http://www.bikewisconsin.com/) are affordable week-long rides in WI that could fit the bill. I have done the first two multiple times, and will be doing the...
Forum: Great Lakes
02-27-15, 08:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,381
Posted By skijor

Enjoy! I did just such a ride...

Enjoy! I did just such a ride (http://www.lmb.org/index.php?option=com_eventlist&view=details&id=1120:great-lakes-ride-lake-michigan-over-the-top&Itemid=21) last summer...supported. Said ride (Over...
Forum: Great Lakes
02-27-15, 08:38 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,325
Posted By skijor

Haven't done it. Have only test ridden fat tires...

Haven't done it. Have only test ridden fat tires on dry pavement. However, I have ridden many miles on snow, ice, slush, brown sugar, and the like with carbide studded tires. Kind of apples and...
Forum: Commuting
02-22-15, 10:33 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,298
Posted By skijor

Minoura Space grip. Although it would depend on...

Minoura Space grip. Although it would depend on how big (width) the cam and phone are, it would be rigid enough.
02-15-15, 03:59 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 12,536
Posted By skijor

Studded tires, at least the front if you can't...

Studded tires, at least the front if you can't afford a set. Take corners very slow.

Have you checked icebike.com ?...lots of good winter biking info.
Forum: Recumbent
01-31-15, 06:52 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,362
Posted By skijor

Glad you like it. I bought my Giro 20 ATT last...

Glad you like it. I bought my Giro 20 ATT last year and rode it half way around Lake Michigan. I've never felt so good after a ride of such distance (640 miles). I've been spinning wrenches for over...
Forum: Great Lakes
01-20-15, 05:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,248
Posted By skijor

I'm surrounded by fatties. And I like it. Spear...

I'm surrounded by fatties. And I like it.
Spear the Fatty Feburary 14 (http://www.dutrirun.com/page/show/1484390-spear-the-fatty-feburary-14)
Forum: Great Lakes
01-10-15, 11:26 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,248
Posted By skijor

Nice....brings new meaning to 'Rolling a fatty'...

Nice....brings new meaning to 'Rolling a fatty' ;)

More fat fun...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qZHyGoaFeOo
08-09-14, 09:45 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,072
Posted By skijor

Assuming store #1...

Assuming store #1 (http://www.bikeforums.net/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=1) did not send a confirmation email or text about the tire cancellation, take the polite approach and give them the...
Forum: Great Lakes
07-28-14, 11:40 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,161
Posted By skijor

Dan is selling Clif bars? Do I get a free pair of...

Dan is selling Clif bars? Do I get a free pair of Isotoners with every box? :p




oops, missed the second a.
Forum: Great Lakes
07-27-14, 12:06 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,942
Posted By skijor

Some. But I'd still go with something closer to a...

Some. But I'd still go with something closer to a cyclocross tire. At least 28's like on your Fuji Absolute...32's if they'll fit.
Forum: Great Lakes
07-26-14, 12:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,290
Posted By skijor

Nope, although I'd like to. Maybe every ten...

Nope, although I'd like to. Maybe every ten years. I did the first one. It's a beautiful and challenging part of the state.
Forum: Great Lakes
07-07-14, 09:22 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,942
Posted By skijor

Not true here. Some sections are fine for biking...

Not true here. Some sections are fine for biking and xc skiing. Other areas are too rocky.
Forum: Introductions
07-03-14, 11:43 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 368
Posted By skijor

We'll done Sir. Is there a bike club in your...

We'll done Sir. Is there a bike club in your area? Or perhaps some meetup.com type group rides?
Forum: Recumbent
06-30-14, 08:47 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,973
Posted By skijor

All of the "upper" end trikes I've seen have been...

All of the "upper" end trikes I've seen have been tadpoles. It seems like two wheels in front, and the rider's torso would tend to channel/cup the wind more than a two wheeler.

That and all trike...
06-29-14, 08:45 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,067
Posted By skijor

Sounded like the name of a cocktail. Had to look...

Sounded like the name of a cocktail. Had to look it up.
Also known as...Sex bolt - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sex_bolt)
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