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Forum: Touring
10-31-10, 07:14 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,325
Posted By sa2405

Has anyone tried these fishing rigs....

Has anyone tried these fishing rigs. http://www.emmrod.com/ I have thought about buying one not only for the bike, but to keep in my truck, never know when you might want to fish.

I love to fish...
Forum: Touring
08-28-10, 06:45 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,093
Posted By sa2405

No disk brakes, but the Rivendell's A Homer...

No disk brakes, but the Rivendell's A Homer Hilsen is a great handling bike.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-30-10, 06:28 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,187
Posted By sa2405

A Homer Hilsen.

A Homer Hilsen.
Forum: Touring
07-21-10, 08:17 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,598
Posted By sa2405

Can you please provide more info and if possible...

Can you please provide more info and if possible pictures of the Net Tent you made. I having been looking for bug protection for my tarp.
Thanks
Forum: Commuting
12-05-09, 08:27 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 33,599
Posted By sa2405

+1 Chuck Harris mirror. The Country Bike Shop in...

+1 Chuck Harris mirror. The Country Bike Shop in Celina, OH always has a few in stock.
Forum: Commuting
11-25-09, 06:59 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,461
Posted By sa2405

A teen in Indianapolis was hit and killed a...

A teen in Indianapolis was hit and killed a couple of weeks ago after he ran a red light. He was listening to an I-Pod while riding, the police believe he lost his situational awareness while...
Forum: Touring
09-13-09, 03:14 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 25,822
Posted By sa2405

I have a couple of Rivs and I don't feel like I...

I have a couple of Rivs and I don't feel like I wasted my money, after all it is my money. If I wanted a LHT I would have bought one. My best advice is don't buy a Riv if you think they are over...
Forum: Touring
09-12-09, 12:28 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,243
Posted By sa2405

So they can ride a really funny looking bike.

So they can ride a really funny looking bike.
Forum: Touring
08-16-09, 04:15 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,097
Posted By sa2405

Thanks for the input. Of course I want to save...

Thanks for the input. Of course I want to save money if I can, but the main thought was that I might be able to pick up some parts or gear that are hard to find in the states. I have thought pretty...
Forum: Touring
08-13-09, 03:01 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,097
Posted By sa2405

What to buy while in Germany

Next month I will be in Germany and was planning on purchasing a Schmidt dynohub for my Riv. I was wondering what light I should buy to go along with it? Also are there any other unique parts or gear...
Forum: Commuting
11-26-08, 07:03 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,344
Posted By sa2405

When its really cold I wear wrist warmers under...

When its really cold I wear wrist warmers under my gloves. They help warm the blood flowing to your fingers.
Forum: Touring
10-26-08, 07:57 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,135
Posted By sa2405

All, thanks for the advice.

All, thanks for the advice.
Forum: Touring
10-25-08, 08:16 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,135
Posted By sa2405

Crank for a Atlantis

I need some advice on crank gearing for a my new Atlantis frame. Rivendell recommends 46/36/24, however Peter White recommend a 46/34/22. Peter says better clearance between the chainrings and the...
Forum: Touring
10-05-08, 12:10 AM
Replies: 107
Views: 17,443
Posted By sa2405

Please lay off the Rush and Sean Hannity thing,...

Please lay off the Rush and Sean Hannity thing, it will warp your brain.
Forum: Touring
10-04-08, 05:41 AM
Replies: 107
Views: 17,443
Posted By sa2405

I didn't know Rush was into touring.

I didn't know Rush was into touring.
Forum: Touring
10-03-08, 06:52 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 17,443
Posted By sa2405

I recently bought an Atlantis, just waiting for...

I recently bought an Atlantis, just waiting for it to arrive. I can tell you that Grant and the folks at Rivendell have been nothing but honest and very helpful. Heck, they have even tried to talk me...
Forum: Touring
10-03-08, 06:20 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 9,144
Posted By sa2405

My 18" Safari is for sale.

My 18" Safari is for sale.
Forum: Touring
09-24-08, 04:23 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 747
Posted By sa2405

Yes, but most of it is un-rideable. You could...

Yes, but most of it is un-rideable. You could take US 35 which runs next to the Greenway, and pick the Greeway back up in Losantville.
Forum: Touring
09-22-08, 08:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 747
Posted By sa2405

Unfortunately the Cardinal Greenway is not paved...

Unfortunately the Cardinal Greenway is not paved all the way to Richmond, the pavement ends outside Losantville. I live 1.5 miles trail head near Prairie Creek Reservoir.
Forum: Framebuilders
08-16-08, 06:03 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 836
Posted By sa2405

Help with a custom build

I am going to have a local frame builder build me a Rivedell Atlantis copy. What are some of things I should be stressing to him to make sure the bike is as comfortable to ride as all the Atlantis...
Forum: Commuting
01-30-08, 06:02 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 3,551
Posted By sa2405

None in 07, but 2 in the last week.

None in 07, but 2 in the last week.
Forum: Framebuilders
01-15-08, 06:20 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,512
Posted By sa2405

Thanks for the info.

Thanks for the info.
Forum: Framebuilders
01-14-08, 06:28 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,512
Posted By sa2405

Looking for a custom frame builder in VA

Does anyone have info on a custom builder in VA?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-12-08, 11:46 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 785
Posted By sa2405

Novara Safari and Rohloff Speed hub

Any opinions on how hard it would be to mount a Rohloff Speed hub to a Novara Safari?
Forum: Touring
12-09-07, 12:20 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 694
Posted By sa2405

Stem length question

I am thinking of putting a 120mm stem on my Safari (currently 100mm) to get the handle bars a little higher. How will this effect steering? Will this push the handle bars closer our farther away from...
Forum: Touring
12-07-07, 05:11 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 572
Posted By sa2405

Top tube clearance

How much top tube clearance should you have on a touring bike? Is one inch or less acceptable?
Forum: Commuting
12-03-07, 04:54 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 731
Posted By sa2405

Thanks for the replies. I like the TC that came...

Thanks for the replies. I like the TC that came on the bike, they provide a very comfortable ride. I am looking for a little more speed and Conti contacts look like they would do the job. Thanks again
Forum: Commuting
11-30-07, 08:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 731
Posted By sa2405

Tires for my Safari

I have been commuting to work on my new Safari for the last few weeks. The bike is great, but i was wondering if someone could recommend a good commuting tire, looking for a litter more speed.
Forum: Touring
11-13-07, 09:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 678
Posted By sa2405

Handlebar height question

I recently bought a Novara Safari and everything is working out pretty good so far, except I had some neck pain on a 30 mile ride today. I know some of this pain is from me being new to riding long...
Forum: Touring
11-13-07, 07:12 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 963
Posted By sa2405

I looked very hard at the 20" model, but the...

I looked very hard at the 20" model, but the standover height was a little to much; had less than 1" clearance. Plus the toptube on the 20" stretched me out a little too much. The mechanic at the REI...
Forum: Touring
11-12-07, 08:11 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 963
Posted By sa2405

New Safari

After much research and thought I took the plunge and bought a new Novara Safari. I have had the bike the bike for two weeks now and so far it has met my most of my expectations. I purchased the...
Forum: Touring
10-21-07, 07:01 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,054
Posted By sa2405

I have been researching new bikes for quite...

I have been researching new bikes for quite awhile now and almost everything I have read so far about the Safari is positive. I looked at building an old Schwinn Frontier steel frame mountain bike,...
Forum: Commuting
10-12-07, 09:25 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,535
Posted By sa2405

Thanks for the help. I decided to order the 20...

Thanks for the help. I decided to order the 20 inch but I am afraid that it may be to big; so I am going to borrow my friends car and make the 3.5hr trip to REI just to make sure the bike fits. Is it...
Forum: Touring
10-04-07, 06:13 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,231
Posted By sa2405

Help choosing Novara Safari Size

Just checked REI's website and they are taking back orders for the Safari, will ship sometime around the 9th Nov. I need help choosing the frame size. My inseam is 33.75 with shoes on. The stand over...
Forum: Commuting
10-04-07, 06:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,535
Posted By sa2405

Help choosing Novara Safari Size

Just checked REI's website and they are taking back orders for the Safari, will ship sometime around the 9th Nov. I need help choosing the frame size. My inseam is 33.75 with shoes on. The stand over...
Forum: Touring
10-04-07, 04:18 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,644
Posted By sa2405

Just checked REI's website and they are taking...

Just checked REI's website and they are taking back orders for the Safari. They will ship around Nov 9th. I am going to order one but can not decide on the correct size. My inseam is 33.75 with shoes...
Forum: Touring
09-25-07, 08:24 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,644
Posted By sa2405

Robert, Is the chainstay long enough to prevent...

Robert,
Is the chainstay long enough to prevent heel strike?
Forum: Touring
09-23-07, 09:28 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,644
Posted By sa2405

K2, I decided to purchase to the Safari as well...

K2,
I decided to purchase to the Safari as well but was disappointed to find out that REI was all sold out. So I e-mailed them to find out when the 2008 models would be out and they said sometime...
Forum: Commuting
09-06-07, 08:09 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,672
Posted By sa2405

Thanks for the reply. I considered the Uptown,...

Thanks for the reply. I considered the Uptown, but I was concerned the internal gearing would not give me enough gearing options. The 10 mile commute will be mostly on country roads (2 miles) and a...
Forum: Commuting
09-05-07, 08:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,672
Posted By sa2405

Breezer Greenway

I am going to start commuting to work, about 4 miles now, but it will increase to 10 miles each way once I get out the military. I have test ridden the Breezer Greenway at my LBS and it seemed to be...
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