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Forum: Eastern Canada
01-18-12, 08:56 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,658
Posted By BrianSullivan

I have tried two bags -- a rackbag like this one...

I have tried two bags -- a rackbag like this one (http://www.mec.ca/AST/ShopMEC/Cycling/PanniersBagsRacks/PRD~5024-317/mec-rackpack-2-rt.jsp). It sits on top of the rear rack -- making the camera...
Forum: Eastern Canada
08-23-11, 07:15 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 985
Posted By BrianSullivan

When we were there as bike tourists we climbed...

When we were there as bike tourists we climbed Mont Royal one day and biked to Īle Notre-Dame (and around Circuit Gilles Villeneuve) another.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-30-11, 07:15 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,031
Posted By BrianSullivan

I agree with the battery capacity being an issue....

I agree with the battery capacity being an issue. I have bike mount for my Garmin that I purchased on Ebay more out of interest than anything else. If I leave the unit on it takes about 2 hours max...
Forum: Eastern Canada
02-16-11, 02:48 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 835
Posted By BrianSullivan

What kind of bike are you riding? This is an...

What kind of bike are you riding?

This is an offroad/rail trail route that goes from Barrie to Orillia:

http://webhome.idirect.com/~brown/oro.html
Forum: Eastern Canada
07-25-10, 04:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 673
Posted By BrianSullivan

The whole loop is about 145 k -- and is mostly...

The whole loop is about 145 k -- and is mostly flat everywhere -- the only real up is at Queenston Heights but even for novice that is not all that bad. Trying to do it in two days might be a bit...
Forum: Eastern Canada
05-15-10, 03:59 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 737
Posted By BrianSullivan

http://www.mto.gov.on.ca/english/pubs/cycling-guid...

http://www.mto.gov.on.ca/english/pubs/cycling-guide/section5.0.shtml

Helmets are required only if you are under 18 (in my opinion you are crazy to bike without a helmet at any age) but you must...
Forum: Eastern Canada
04-04-10, 07:23 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 462
Posted By BrianSullivan

Did it last year - not sure I would describe it...

Did it last year - not sure I would describe it as "very rough" but there are a few sections that had heaved pavement -- enough to create short runs of "washboard effect". They seemed to be clearly...
Forum: Eastern Canada
09-26-09, 09:26 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,277
Posted By BrianSullivan

Did this in three days in 2008-- started Fort...

Did this in three days in 2008-- started Fort Erie to Niagara on the Lake , then to Welland and last to Fort Erie. About 4 hours per day cycling with lots of chance to stop, picnic, visit wineries...
Forum: Eastern Canada
08-18-09, 09:22 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 990
Posted By BrianSullivan

AFAIK MEC has the best prices on all bike stuff...

AFAIK MEC has the best prices on all bike stuff -- tubes from $3.50 and up, tires $10 and up.

http://www.mec.ca/Main/home.jsp?bmUID=1250652060097
Forum: Eastern Canada
07-22-09, 10:17 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 829
Posted By BrianSullivan

When I was there it was not too busy. We were in...

When I was there it was not too busy. We were in the southern part (I think the most traveled) on a Sunday. Tuesday was the day for the northern section -- very sparse on people. Of course it was...
Forum: Eastern Canada
07-18-09, 08:13 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 829
Posted By BrianSullivan

Le P'tit Train du Nord

Just back from biking this trail. Did the St. Jerome to Mont Tremblant leg one day south to north (my first 100km + day ever), a day off in Tremblant for the blues festival, then Mont Laurier to Mont...
Forum: Eastern Canada
04-23-09, 01:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 956
Posted By BrianSullivan

The road btw is Broadway Avenue (I live on...

The road btw is Broadway Avenue (I live on Broadway). I am guessing 40k is more likely ( it is 30k round trip for me to the lake)
Forum: Eastern Canada
04-19-09, 08:04 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 956
Posted By BrianSullivan

This is an online version of the official Toronto...

This is an online version of the official Toronto bike routes map (http://www.toronto.ca/cycling/map/index.htm) -- you can pick up the paper version at parks centers, libraries and city hall. You can...
Forum: Touring
02-28-09, 11:34 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 698
Posted By BrianSullivan

Definitely take a light -- for both back and...

Definitely take a light -- for both back and front of the bike -- to be seen more than to see - something like this ...
Forum: Eastern Canada
02-26-09, 10:42 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,577
Posted By BrianSullivan

On the other hand you could live in San Francisco.

On the other hand you could live in San Francisco.
Forum: Eastern Canada
12-24-08, 01:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 862
Posted By BrianSullivan

Been considering that trip myself. Are you...

Been considering that trip myself. Are you planning to go both ways on the trail? How many days are you planning? I was thinking of going one way -- out from St. Jerome, taking the shuttle back, and...
Forum: Eastern Canada
10-26-08, 07:32 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,005
Posted By BrianSullivan

I don't think studded tires are in my biking...

I don't think studded tires are in my biking future. Cross country skiing is more to my liking I think in winter -- no 2 ton vehicles on the X country trails!
Forum: Eastern Canada
10-24-08, 06:40 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,005
Posted By BrianSullivan

1000 km

Made it to 1000 km (my wife and I just started biking late last summer after not biking for 40 years and decided to set some goals for this year). The goal was 1000 km and we just made under the wire...
Forum: Eastern Canada
09-17-08, 03:49 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,566
Posted By BrianSullivan

Never buy anything in the US that is shipped to...

Never buy anything in the US that is shipped to Canada that is shipped via Fedex, DHL or UPS. All in my experience are skimming off the "brokerage" fee. Shipping via USPS/Canada Post is the best plan...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-16-08, 04:12 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,283
Posted By BrianSullivan

Garmin nuvi 255w GPS bicycle mount

I have been looking for way to mount my new Garmin nuvi 255w on my bicycle. Garmin does make bicycle mounts for the nuvi series but apparently not for the w/wide style.

There seem to be some...
Forum: Eastern Canada
09-09-08, 02:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,033
Posted By BrianSullivan

http://www.mto.gov.on.ca/english/pubs/cycling/sect...

http://www.mto.gov.on.ca/english/pubs/cycling/section1.3.shtml
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-18-08, 08:23 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 341
Posted By BrianSullivan

Love

http://failblog.org/2008/08/18/love-fail/#

Is there really a failure here?
Forum: Eastern Canada
08-13-08, 10:28 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,281
Posted By BrianSullivan

There is a parallel bike path -- we were not...

There is a parallel bike path -- we were not actually on the Niagara Parkway from Ft. Erie to NOTL Not sure how it would be for a road bike on the road itself at higher speeds -- but I do see lots of...
Forum: Eastern Canada
08-12-08, 04:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,281
Posted By BrianSullivan

Of the official 139 km of the circle I am...

Of the official 139 km of the circle I am guessing less than 10km is not paved multiuse trail -- basically through the towns of Niagara on the Lake and Ft. Erie and little in Niagara Falls. Even...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-08-08, 07:34 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 960
Posted By BrianSullivan

The future of bikes?

Stunning Italian design:

http://www.tuvie.com/nulla-minimalist-and-stylish-bike-concept
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-10-08, 09:56 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,337
Posted By BrianSullivan

http://www.bikepedia.com/QuickBike/BikeSpecs.aspx?...

http://www.bikepedia.com/QuickBike/BikeSpecs.aspx?Year=1997&Brand=Specialized&Model=Hardrock&Type=bike

1997 seems most likely - I think still without linear pull brakes. Other components and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-09-08, 08:52 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,337
Posted By BrianSullivan

Specialized HardRock

I am trying to determine the age (and potential value) of a neighbour's Specialized HardRock Mountain bike. I am guessing late 90's but am not totally sure. It has cantilever brakes, 21 speed, Altus...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-07-08, 01:22 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 796
Posted By BrianSullivan

I find that polarized sunglasses are also a...

I find that polarized sunglasses are also a hindrance to reading LCD displays - so having bi/multifocals may not help.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-06-08, 12:09 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,658
Posted By BrianSullivan

Get a bell or other sounding device and use it.

Get a bell or other sounding device and use it.
Forum: Eastern Canada
06-30-08, 02:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,281
Posted By BrianSullivan

Niagara Circle

Just returned from biking the Niagara Circle (http://www.regional.niagara.on.ca/government/initiatives/gncr/default.aspx). Took 3 days (I have heard some do it in 2 or even a single day but this was...
Forum: Eastern Canada
06-01-08, 02:08 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 816
Posted By BrianSullivan

http://www.mississaugacycling.ca/?menu=map has...

http://www.mississaugacycling.ca/?menu=map has map of trails online and they will send it to you if you request
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-20-08, 12:08 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 367
Posted By BrianSullivan

Really fast bike?

http://gadgets.boingboing.net/2008/05/20/own-your-own-pulse-j.html
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-20-08, 09:49 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,438
Posted By BrianSullivan

http://www.bikely.com/ has bike routes -- haven't...

http://www.bikely.com/ has bike routes -- haven't used it so not sure how useful it is though
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-18-08, 01:35 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 803
Posted By BrianSullivan

A total aside (and I hope not callous) -- does...

A total aside (and I hope not callous) -- does anybody know if steps have been taken to keep Sheldon's site and information resource online in the long term?
Forum: Commuting
05-18-08, 01:06 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,573
Posted By BrianSullivan

Bell or other warning device (required by law...

Bell or other warning device (required by law where I am)?
Maybe a lock as well depending on where you are going to leave the bike?
Forum: Eastern Canada
05-12-08, 08:22 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 959
Posted By BrianSullivan

Mec has a couple of options: ...

Mec has a couple of options:
http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_listing.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302693105&bmUID=1210602020266
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-11-08, 10:59 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,554
Posted By BrianSullivan

OK -- that makes sense -- just didn't think I...

OK -- that makes sense -- just didn't think I guess.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-11-08, 08:31 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,554
Posted By BrianSullivan

I don't really understand why there are...

I don't really understand why there are recommendations to use dabs of paint or whatever and roll.

I would have thought measuring the radius and using 2*radius*pi would be the easiest and most...
Forum: Touring
05-04-08, 12:01 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,396
Posted By BrianSullivan

I don't attach my Off Trail to the bike -- I wear...

I don't attach my Off Trail to the bike -- I wear it around the waist (as intended).
Forum: Touring
05-03-08, 03:39 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,396
Posted By BrianSullivan

I regularly bike (and X country ski) with my DSLR...

I regularly bike (and X country ski) with my DSLR with kit lens, a compact 70-300 tele, a 1.8 50mm, extra battery, extra sd card and various other small goodies using an LowePro Off Trail 1...
Forum: Northern California
04-28-08, 12:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 747
Posted By BrianSullivan

Day in Wine Country

Looking at spending a day (or maybe two) in Napa/Sonoma/Russian River area in late September as a tourist cyclist (my wife and I are late '50s and do two rides totalling 40-75k per week casual biking...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-26-08, 08:55 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 15,855
Posted By BrianSullivan

Seems to be made or at least distributed by these...

Seems to be made or at least distributed by these people:

http://www.kentbicycles.com/

probably for big store distribution
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