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Forum: Touring
11-04-14, 07:21 PM
Replies: 444
Views: 227,469
Posted By LuckySailor

Oh my! This is horrible! How bad are your...

Oh my! This is horrible! How bad are your injuries? Hope you heal fast if you want to take that tour at Thanksgiving! So glad to hear it wasn't worse.
Forum: Touring
11-03-14, 11:32 PM
Replies: 444
Views: 227,469
Posted By LuckySailor

My thought process is flawed I'm sure- without...

My thought process is flawed I'm sure- without asking where the frame broke, I envisioned (assumed) that the tubes let go from their welds. I then construed this to be a manufacturer defect. A...
Forum: Touring
11-03-14, 10:09 PM
Replies: 444
Views: 227,469
Posted By LuckySailor

Does your bike shop sell Trek bikes? Have the...

Does your bike shop sell Trek bikes? Have the manufacturers rep get you a replacement frame. Trek has replacement frames kicking around for warranty issues-so a frame only can be had. When I built my...
Forum: Touring
10-12-14, 04:47 PM
Replies: 444
Views: 227,469
Posted By LuckySailor

I served USN 83-90, then again 94-97. Dad served...

I served USN 83-90, then again 94-97. Dad served USMC 57-63.
Forum: Touring
10-11-14, 08:20 PM
Replies: 444
Views: 227,469
Posted By LuckySailor

Hey Spanky-is that a US Navy flag on the tail?...

Hey Spanky-is that a US Navy flag on the tail? And a USMC flag too? Whats up with those?
Forum: Touring
05-07-14, 02:20 PM
Replies: 444
Views: 227,469
Posted By LuckySailor

Arvon Cycles in Tofield, Alberta. Close to...

Arvon Cycles in Tofield, Alberta. Close to Edmonton. May I suggest Bilinky Bikes in Pittsburg for you? Closer, no cross border issues, etc.
Forum: Touring
05-07-14, 12:02 PM
Replies: 444
Views: 227,469
Posted By LuckySailor

Welcome to the Forum! Not the club, as you don't...

Welcome to the Forum! Not the club, as you don't own a 520 yet! I took the usual suspects for a test ride when I was looking for a touring bike- LHT, Salsa Vaya, considered a Co-motion, and...
Forum: Touring
04-01-14, 11:57 AM
Replies: 444
Views: 227,469
Posted By LuckySailor

Finally Finished!

Hopefully, I have properly uploaded these pictures of my just completed Trek 520. I took a brand new frame, had S&S couplers added, new pearlescent paint and airbrushed logo work, clear coated, and...
Forum: Touring
03-11-14, 03:01 PM
Replies: 444
Views: 227,469
Posted By LuckySailor

I prefer Schwalbe Marathon Tour Plus. I have them...

I prefer Schwalbe Marathon Tour Plus. I have them on 2 singles and one tandem. Never a flat. Comfortable quiet ride too. That seats awefully high isn't it?
Forum: Touring
01-30-14, 02:48 PM
Replies: 444
Views: 227,469
Posted By LuckySailor

Sweet find!

Sweet find!
Forum: Touring
01-02-14, 10:11 AM
Replies: 444
Views: 227,469
Posted By LuckySailor

357623 This is a recent shot of my 2013 frame,...

357623
This is a recent shot of my 2013 frame, with a new sunshine pearlescent yellow finish. The graphics have been airbrushed and then the frame cleared again. Next, back to the LBS for the build....
Forum: Touring
10-01-13, 12:52 PM
Replies: 444
Views: 227,469
Posted By LuckySailor

side_FX, I found this today so I thought I would...

side_FX, I found this today so I thought I would share :)Trek 520http://classiccycleus.com/home/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/august-007-300x197.jpg...
Forum: Touring
09-30-13, 08:52 AM
Replies: 444
Views: 227,469
Posted By LuckySailor

side_fx, First off, you should consider seeking...

side_fx, First off, you should consider seeking out a bike shop that stocks the 520 and test ride it. I took the Surly long haul trucker, and the Salsa Vaya out for direct comparison to the 520. For...
Forum: Touring
09-16-13, 10:15 PM
Replies: 444
Views: 227,469
Posted By LuckySailor

LoriG, There is no reason not to put on STI...

LoriG, There is no reason not to put on STI shifters. The conversion won't be cheap, and supposingly if they break, they are expensive to repair. That's what I hear. I've no experience with them. It...
Forum: Touring
09-09-13, 01:14 PM
Replies: 444
Views: 227,469
Posted By LuckySailor

FWIW, I don't like the crystal white color nor...

FWIW, I don't like the crystal white color nor the retro Trek decal. That design with the blue outlines is sooooo 80's:( Not that the 80s were bad, 'cause for me they weren't. I can't get decals from...
Forum: Touring
09-09-13, 08:24 AM
Replies: 444
Views: 227,469
Posted By LuckySailor

Hi LoriG. Yep, got the 520. I have sent the...

Hi LoriG. Yep, got the 520. I have sent the frameset to be outfitted with S&S couplers, and when it comes back I will apply a new powdercoat. I have also rethought my component groupset; and have...
Forum: Touring
08-27-13, 11:38 AM
Replies: 444
Views: 227,469
Posted By LuckySailor

Anyone ever put S&S couplers on their Trek...

Anyone ever put S&S couplers on their Trek 520?
Forum: Touring
08-15-13, 11:59 AM
Replies: 444
Views: 227,469
Posted By LuckySailor

So ,all you 520 fans....I'd like some advice. I...

So ,all you 520 fans....I'd like some advice. I will pull the pin on buying a new 520 probably tomorrow, but I am concerned about the stock gearing. The crank is 48/36/26, Shimano LX front, and Deore...
Forum: Touring
08-07-13, 10:51 PM
Replies: 444
Views: 227,469
Posted By LuckySailor

alexa, I thought you got rid of this bike? Love...

alexa, I thought you got rid of this bike? Love the color-wish they'd bring it back-or that I could find one that fits me!
Forum: Touring
08-07-13, 10:45 PM
Replies: 444
Views: 227,469
Posted By LuckySailor

Off subject vertigo, but did you get to Fort...

Off subject vertigo, but did you get to Fort Ticonderoga, and the Shorham Inn? Is this tour in the fall?
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