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Forum: Touring
12-21-09, 05:02 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,023
Posted By Houston

Regardless, I still can't consider a folder. I...

Regardless, I still can't consider a folder. I asked my question based on a previous reply stating that they are now x-raying luggage and will upcharge, even if the bike is in a regular-sized case.
Forum: Touring
12-21-09, 07:04 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,023
Posted By Houston

Getting back to this airline "penalty". Would...

Getting back to this airline "penalty". Would they also apply this charge to a folder that easily meets their measurement restrictions? I hope that your collective answer is "yes" because I really...
Forum: Touring
12-16-09, 03:10 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 8,850
Posted By Houston

Good idea, and that is exactly what I did. In...

Good idea, and that is exactly what I did. In typical Co-Motion fashion, Dwan wrote me back with a complete answer to my questions listed above. I feel like ordering a bike just because he knows...
Forum: Touring
12-16-09, 01:08 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 8,850
Posted By Houston

Neil, I agree that bicycle geometry seems more...

Neil, I agree that bicycle geometry seems more like voodoo than a science, but I still think that it would work. For example, it appears to work on the bicycle described above and there is almost no...
Forum: Touring
12-16-09, 11:47 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,023
Posted By Houston

I am grateful for all of the well-considered...

I am grateful for all of the well-considered responses. I can now close that gap of tour misunderstanding. Thanks to all.
Forum: Touring
12-16-09, 11:23 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,779
Posted By Houston

Neil, I really enjoyed your thread regarding your...

Neil, I really enjoyed your thread regarding your selection of the Salsa Fargo. I was unaware that you no longer have it. Is there a thread describing your decision to "liquidate" this bike? ...
Forum: Touring
12-16-09, 11:03 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 8,850
Posted By Houston

Neil, I too think it worthwhile to create a...

Neil, I too think it worthwhile to create a definitive thread on this (and most) bike-related issues.

To add my $0.02 worth, I would chose discs for none of the reasons listed being as you all...
Forum: Touring
12-16-09, 06:36 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,779
Posted By Houston

Please excuse the hijack. Neil, if you actually...

Please excuse the hijack. Neil, if you actually had to pay for a Pangea rather than trade for services wouldn't you be more inclined to just have Co-Motion build you a couple of 26" (or 29ers for...
Forum: Touring
12-15-09, 07:34 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,779
Posted By Houston

Also, Bruce Gordon is offering his Basic Loaded...

Also, Bruce Gordon is offering his Basic Loaded Touring (http://www.bgcycles.com/BasicLoadedTouring.html) frame with racks and fork for something around $100 discount if purchased by Dec. 24th.
Forum: Touring
12-15-09, 07:12 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,023
Posted By Houston

What to do with the bike box, crate, carton when on extended tour?

First off, I have tried the [Search] function for this question with no luck. Say you go on an extended journey on some other continent. You box your bike up, or put it into it's S&S luggage,...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-19-09, 05:58 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 2,492
Posted By Houston

Whirled peas

Whirled peas
Forum: Training & Nutrition
11-15-09, 04:09 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 5,224
Posted By Houston

Didn't the OPs question deal with vegetarian...

Didn't the OPs question deal with vegetarian nutrition? Perhaps the above should read, "I'm an omnivore who considers himself to be a vegetarian...." Eggs for breakfast, indeed. What's for lunch,...
Forum: Living Car Free
11-15-09, 09:37 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 4,930
Posted By Houston

1 bike, a cyclocross with multiple wheelsets,...

1 bike, a cyclocross with multiple wheelsets, braze-ons, etc. But still that isn't enough if you commute. Anyone that would take their bling ride into winter conditions, salted roads, etc. is...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-24-09, 01:04 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,000
Posted By Houston

Next month Park is adding the EK-1...

Next month Park is adding the EK-1 (http://www.parktool.com/products/detail.asp?cat=6&item=EK-1#), or Event Kit. I love the attache case over the box or the backpack. I hope that it debuts at an...
Forum: Recumbent
10-22-09, 06:16 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 15,777
Posted By Houston

So you attack the person, not the issue. ...

So you attack the person, not the issue. Argumentum ad hominem, not a very mature strategy, but you're the same guy that trashes a 46 year old woman and her accomplishment of setting a World Record...
Forum: Recumbent
10-22-09, 05:12 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 15,777
Posted By Houston

Nancy Raposo set the 12-hour women's bicycling...

Nancy Raposo set the 12-hour women's bicycling record of 240 miles on a DF in New Jersey in 1992. Maria crashed at about half way after rubbing up against an SUV and still went on to set the record....
Forum: Recumbent
10-22-09, 09:02 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 15,777
Posted By Houston

Aikigreg, "a bigger feather"?, you have got to be...

Aikigreg, "a bigger feather"?, you have got to be kidding. On October 10th Maria Parker set a women's world 12-hour bicycle record on a Cruzbike Silvio on real roads with real dogs, real potholes...
Forum: Commuting
10-20-09, 06:36 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 4,511
Posted By Houston

You need A reason to bike...

You need A reason to bike (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=COhrJc6jeQ0)?
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-20-09, 06:28 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 2,748
Posted By Houston

I am a cyclist and a motorist. I read and loved...

I am a cyclist and a motorist. I read and loved the Times article referenced by the OP. I would support the exact same legislation the Brits are proposing for my auto-centric community. I believe...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-19-09, 05:41 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,411
Posted By Houston

Oh IGH, Stop Making Sense.

Oh IGH, Stop Making Sense.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-18-09, 02:45 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,411
Posted By Houston

Ha, Ha, Ha, q'est-ce que sais?

Ha, Ha, Ha, q'est-ce que sais?
Forum: Touring
10-09-09, 05:01 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 2,758
Posted By Houston

Great thread. Many posts on battery life. Has...

Great thread. Many posts on battery life. Has anyone used a Solio solar charger?, and if so, how long does it take to fully charge the Kindle from a fully charged Solio? Thanks.
Forum: Touring
10-07-09, 07:57 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,618
Posted By Houston

Great thread, thanks sandybar. If CC touring...

Great thread, thanks sandybar. If CC touring Italy, how much $/day when staying in nice, simple places? Also, are there any notable Italian randonnee builders?
Forum: Touring
10-07-09, 05:14 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,200
Posted By Houston

Touring is less a sport than a way of life. The...

Touring is less a sport than a way of life. The optimum tourer is the one with his head in the ride over extended time. So my answer is: a person that is passionate about touring, because the body...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-05-09, 11:37 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 40,871
Posted By Houston

I agree. Talkbike's 3rd post after joining a few...

I agree. Talkbike's 3rd post after joining a few days before. After posting this assinine question he received many thoughtful answers and a few questions requesting clarification and he/she/it...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-31-09, 03:00 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 610
Posted By Houston

Dang, you're right. Original post fixed.

Dang, you're right. Original post fixed.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-31-09, 11:18 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 610
Posted By Houston

If we were to use your argument for the entirety...

If we were to use your argument for the entirety of BikeForums there would be no threads, except perhaps Foo, because on that thread everyone is a highly experienced Foo.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-31-09, 09:46 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 610
Posted By Houston

Bike Fit thread

I propose the inclusion of a Bike Fit forum. Issues surrounding Bike Fit arise in practically every BF forum and I think that having most of them in one specific forum would really simplify...
Forum: Touring
03-27-09, 10:20 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 10,513
Posted By Houston

Vik, I only have one road bike. But air travel...

Vik, I only have one road bike. But air travel would strongly favor a bike that can be transported easily, e.g., a folder, S & S couplers, Ritchie breakaway, whatever. So I could easily be in the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-27-09, 09:15 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,289
Posted By Houston

I use a Wixey WR300 on all frame members. It...

I use a Wixey WR300 on all frame members. It costs $40 delivered. It is accurate to 0.1 degree, it has strong magnets so it will stay in place on a magnetic surface and what's really cool is that...
Forum: Touring
03-26-09, 06:21 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 10,513
Posted By Houston

Vik, thank you for such a candid answer. I...

Vik, thank you for such a candid answer. I admire your decision to keep your life simple, managable, uncluttered. I know several that have headed down the same path, but unlike you, lost their...
Forum: Touring
03-26-09, 02:15 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 10,513
Posted By Houston

Yo Vik, you're killin' us dude. I have this...

Yo Vik, you're killin' us dude. I have this question that I have wanted to ask you forever. What do you do for a living? Seriously, you have all these awesome bikes. In addition you just sold...
Forum: Touring
03-26-09, 12:05 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 10,513
Posted By Houston

First off Vik, I have never seen anyone take a...

First off Vik, I have never seen anyone take a big blue garbage can on tour. You are da' man.

Now about this thread. I have a 21 lb. steel road bike on which I love to ride long distances. ...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-26-09, 07:47 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,540
Posted By Houston

According to an eyeball witness, the deer was...

According to an eyeball witness, the deer was stealthily hiding behind a tree waiting for Mr. Lauer. When Mr. Lauer approached, the deer rushed out and ran a stick through the bicycles front wheel...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
03-25-09, 05:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,270
Posted By Houston

Thanks RobRollin for the post. I always prefer...

Thanks RobRollin for the post. I always prefer real food to powerbar-like foodstuff.


Here (http://www.slipstreamsports.com/2008/07/16/cooking-with-allen-rice-cakes) it is. I like Robs twist...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-15-09, 06:55 AM
Replies: 155
Views: 9,978
Posted By Houston

"it's only a bike". Whew. When I'm at work I...

"it's only a bike". Whew. When I'm at work I think about my last ride. When I'm at home, while my tribe is watching TV, I'm fiddling with my bike or trying to learn something on this and other...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
03-12-09, 12:10 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 15,825
Posted By Houston

If you keep your heart rate down as suggested and...

If you keep your heart rate down as suggested and you still "run out of gas" at 60 miles, then I suggest you read the Nutrition section on the Ultra Marathon Cycling Assoc....
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
03-12-09, 08:35 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,840
Posted By Houston

Finally? Have you ever heard of RAAM...

Finally? Have you ever heard of RAAM (http://www.raceacrossamerica.org/subwebraam/default.php?N_webcat_id=1)?

http://www.raceacrossamerica.org/userfiles/featphoto.jpg
...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
03-12-09, 08:30 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 15,825
Posted By Houston

First off, I strongly recommend an HRM with...

First off, I strongly recommend an HRM with downloading capabilities. I've used one since Polar came out with them and have benefited tremendously. One caveat though, as you become familiar with...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
03-11-09, 07:34 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,563
Posted By Houston

I use Bontrager Street shoes with my Time ATAC...

I use Bontrager Street shoes with my Time ATAC pedals and have not had to perform any surgery because there are no lugs. The shoes also fit my very wide feet perfectly.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-06-09, 04:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 377
Posted By Houston

Hey Tim, with your answer I looked up "measuring...

Hey Tim, with your answer I looked up "measuring bcd" in Sheldon Browns website and I understand. Thanks for the lead.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-06-09, 03:58 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 377
Posted By Houston

Tim - Mine's a triple crankset, circa 2004. ...

Tim - Mine's a triple crankset, circa 2004. Thanks.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-06-09, 03:14 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 377
Posted By Houston

Need help with crankarm replacement

My bike has Truvativ Rouleur Carbon cranks, 180mm crankarms. I want to replace these crankarms with shorter ones, 172.5mm. Since SRAM bought Truvativ I believe that they only retained the MTB...
Forum: Touring
03-02-09, 05:52 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,375
Posted By Houston

Platform pedals!, don't you mean flat pedals? ...

Platform pedals!, don't you mean flat pedals? Platform pedals have 1 side, flat pedals have 2. Track pedals are platform, BMX pedals are flat.
Forum: Touring
03-01-09, 02:47 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,375
Posted By Houston

I have a pair of Bontrager Street shoes and Time...

I have a pair of Bontrager Street shoes and Time Atac pedals. The cleat is real recessed and never touches my wifes tile floors. They are stiff so you wouldn't want to walk long distances in them....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-28-09, 03:22 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,567
Posted By Houston

Hey Billydonn, I think that DG wants some useful...

Hey Billydonn, I think that DG wants some useful advice, don't you? To put your contributions in perspective would you please measure your girth and report it in your next post? Thanks. Better...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
02-28-09, 01:19 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 834
Posted By Houston

I have a pair of Rudy Project glasses with the...

I have a pair of Rudy Project glasses with the Lazer Clear Lens that I love. I wear them in the brightess light and at night. I like them because although they seem clear, they somehow block the...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-28-09, 01:00 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,567
Posted By Houston

Plenty of good info above about exercise, but...

Plenty of good info above about exercise, but much of it does not apply to you. My $0.02 on training would be low intensity cross training for long duration because your muscles, joints, ligaments...
Forum: Triathlon
02-27-09, 06:35 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 789
Posted By Houston

To clarify my response, what you are now doing is...

To clarify my response, what you are now doing is training beyond your ability. Continuing along this path generally results in burnout or injury. I encourage you to forget participating in a...
Forum: Triathlon
02-27-09, 06:19 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 789
Posted By Houston

You're on the right track, you are in need of...

You're on the right track, you are in need of focused base training. It is common for a wannabe endurance athlete to over-reach in their goal setting. To be successful in running, cycling and...
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