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Forum: Rides and Races
05-28-09, 07:40 AM
Replies: 2,479
Views: 183,338
Posted By AJRoberts

I think the original plan they had for that...

I think the original plan they had for that stretch was to widen the sidewalks and plant trees and such, removing one lane. IIRC an environmental assessment was done for this. The cycling advocacy...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-23-09, 07:58 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 740
Posted By AJRoberts

Not sure what brand tool you have, but Park's...

Not sure what brand tool you have, but Park's info is here:http://www.parktool.com/repair/readhowto.asp?id=39
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-23-09, 07:56 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 403
Posted By AJRoberts

Not sure what brand tool you have, but Park's...

Not sure what brand tool you have, but Park's info is here: http://parktool.com/repair/readhowto.asp?id=40
Forum: Rides and Races
02-04-09, 10:56 AM
Replies: 47,508
Views: 1,427,835
Posted By AJRoberts

Thanks! I saw Urbane has the Free Rad kit, but...

Thanks! I saw Urbane has the Free Rad kit, but would rather go with the Big Dummy. I'll visit Bikes on Wheels.
Forum: Rides and Races
02-04-09, 10:21 AM
Replies: 47,508
Views: 1,427,835
Posted By AJRoberts

Yeah, that's weird. I was contemplating...

Yeah, that's weird. I was contemplating purchasing a Big Dummy long tail and CT came up as a Surly dealer. I was going to go for a visit this weekend. Anyone else in town that I can talk to about...
Forum: Rides and Races
11-12-08, 12:33 PM
Replies: 47,508
Views: 1,427,835
Posted By AJRoberts

The beer+glass probably weighs more than their...

The beer+glass probably weighs more than their bikes!
Forum: Rides and Races
10-09-08, 07:23 AM
Replies: 47,508
Views: 1,427,835
Posted By AJRoberts

It's not as good of a deal as the Kogswell, but...

It's not as good of a deal as the Kogswell, but Rawland makes a couple of models of steel 650B bicycles that have lots of potential for a versatile "rough stuff" bike. Think an updated version of...
Forum: Commuting
09-24-08, 01:37 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,206
Posted By AJRoberts

I've been using a Nelson longflap on the SQR...

I've been using a Nelson longflap on the SQR system between two bikes for the last three years. The bag holds a full change of clothes, lunch, and shoes if needed, as well as my tools, tubes and all...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-26-08, 01:11 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 375
Posted By AJRoberts

I use a Sugino XD600 with a 9 speed chain/rear...

I use a Sugino XD600 with a 9 speed chain/rear cluster with no problems.
Forum: Commuting
05-22-08, 08:17 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,364
Posted By AJRoberts

You might also consider a saddlebag. I use a...

You might also consider a saddlebag. I use a Carradice Nelson longflap to carry my lunch, clothes tools and other odds and ends to and from work daily.
Forum: Commuting
03-17-08, 09:05 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,662
Posted By AJRoberts

The only thing that has been hurled at me is the...

The only thing that has been hurled at me is the occasional insult or "Get off the road!"
Forum: Commuting
07-09-07, 08:55 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,670
Posted By AJRoberts

I use a Carradice between a few bikes, with the...

I use a Carradice between a few bikes, with the SQR frame and a block on each bike. It works great, but the metal frame is a bit on the heavy side.
Forum: Commuting
06-21-07, 01:18 PM
Replies: 137
Views: 6,717
Posted By AJRoberts

True, but I ride in the 'burbs where everyone...

True, but I ride in the 'burbs where everyone drives anyway and there are few MUP users, even with exceptionally nice weather. It's usually not a problem. Of course this morning a very large husky...
Forum: Commuting
06-21-07, 09:27 AM
Replies: 137
Views: 6,717
Posted By AJRoberts

I've had the opposite reaction on MUPs with my...

I've had the opposite reaction on MUPs with my bell. The DING gets ignored. I slow down and say "Good morning, do you mind if I squeeze by you?" It seems to do the trick.
Forum: Commuting
05-15-07, 09:25 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 4,371
Posted By AJRoberts

I'm using a Carradice Nelson Longflap with the...

I'm using a Carradice Nelson Longflap with the SQR attachment. It carries a full change of clothes, a raincoat, tools/tubes and my lunch.
Forum: Commuting
05-10-07, 05:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,036
Posted By AJRoberts

You can also make your own from coroplast a la...

You can also make your own from coroplast a la Kent Peterson: http://www.mile43.com/peterson/FendForYourself.html
Forum: Touring
04-27-07, 08:22 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,431
Posted By AJRoberts

Do you mean the Victoria Recreation...

Do you mean the Victoria Recreation Transportation Corridor& Haliburton County Rail Trails? The run from Lindsay to Haliburton. A buddy of mine has a cottage up that way, and every year we say...
Forum: Commuting
02-05-07, 08:38 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 522
Posted By AJRoberts

An alternative is to use saddlebags and/or...

An alternative is to use saddlebags and/or handlebar bags that don't need a rack mounted to eyelets.
Forum: Commuting
01-30-07, 08:22 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 627
Posted By AJRoberts

I'll second the recommendation for a Carradice. ...

I'll second the recommendation for a Carradice. I use a Nelson Longflap on two bikes with SQR fittings. The bag holds all my tools/tubes and everything I need for a day at the office. Plus there is...
Forum: Touring
01-19-07, 10:34 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,007
Posted By AJRoberts

I _think_ it's a 28.6 clamp dia. I got it from...

I _think_ it's a 28.6 clamp dia. I got it from Rivendell when I purchased the bicycle.
Forum: Touring
01-19-07, 10:21 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,007
Posted By AJRoberts

I use a 170mm XD600 with 9 speed stuff, and it...

I use a 170mm XD600 with 9 speed stuff, and it works fine. I'm shifting 105 FD, RD with barcons.
Forum: Touring
01-11-07, 08:40 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 8,730
Posted By AJRoberts

I think MBS Tandems in Mississaugua may carry...

I think MBS Tandems in Mississaugua may carry Tubus. Give them a call, see http://www3.sympatico.ca/vandevelde/index2.htm
Forum: Touring
01-10-07, 10:21 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 8,730
Posted By AJRoberts

I have a MEC rear rack that I use on my commuter....

I have a MEC rear rack that I use on my commuter. I certainly don't load this as heavy as one might on tour . The product page for the rack indicates it is made of "solid 6061 aircraft aluminum ." ...
Forum: Touring
01-10-07, 08:43 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 8,730
Posted By AJRoberts

MEC tried to keep Serratus afloat, but they...

MEC tried to keep Serratus afloat, but they couldn't do it financially. I recall reading that offshore competitors were producing finished products cheaper than Serratus could buy fabrics...

I...
Forum: Touring
01-03-07, 03:52 PM
Replies: 176
Views: 28,514
Posted By AJRoberts

Mark, you can check out the Urbanite tourer at...

Mark, you can check out the Urbanite tourer at Urbane Cycle (www.ucycle.com). I think they also deal Surly. Hugh Black at True North Cycles also does custom work. I've seen a few of his bikes, and...
Forum: Commuting
10-20-06, 07:27 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,374,827
Posted By AJRoberts

That looks like a great commuter with fenders and...

That looks like a great commuter with fenders and the Schmidt generator.

How did you mount the Nexus twist shifter on the drops?
Forum: Rides and Races
10-11-06, 11:34 AM
Replies: 47,508
Views: 1,427,835
Posted By AJRoberts

/me waves I ended up getting their "whoosh"...

/me waves

I ended up getting their "whoosh" jacket, because I needed one right away. When I was last at MEC, I asked about the Hydrocycle. The dude looked it up on the computer, and told me that...
Forum: Touring
09-25-06, 11:16 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 718
Posted By AJRoberts

Pickles or olives?

Pickles or olives?
Forum: Recreational & Family
09-19-06, 02:50 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 4,795
Posted By AJRoberts

Shimano has a 7, 4 and 3 speed gear hub with...

Shimano has a 7, 4 and 3 speed gear hub with coaster brakes.

Nexus 7
Nexus 4
Inter 3

You could have a wheel built for any of these hubs. You'll also need the shifter that goes with it. I...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-18-06, 09:15 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,531
Posted By AJRoberts

Nip Guards: http://www.nipguards.com/quotes.asp

Nip Guards: http://www.nipguards.com/quotes.asp
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-06, 08:38 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 370
Posted By AJRoberts

Perhaps http://www.probikekit.com/ ?

Perhaps http://www.probikekit.com/ ?
Forum: Commuting
04-28-06, 08:10 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 2,342
Posted By AJRoberts

I'm seeing more bicycle commuters because the...

I'm seeing more bicycle commuters because the weather is nicer and people are taking advantage.
Forum: Commuting
04-21-06, 08:30 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,702
Posted By AJRoberts

I use a Carradice Nelson Longflap on an SQR. The...

I use a Carradice Nelson Longflap on an SQR. The bag holds all I need. The SQR is a little heavy. I might ditch it and go for one of the bagman supports instead.
Forum: Touring
04-11-06, 02:48 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 43,499
Posted By AJRoberts

I rode a Nishiki international (mid 80s I think)...

I rode a Nishiki international (mid 80s I think) with biopace rings up front with the remainder of the drivetrain being 6spd suntour accushift stuff. I rode the wheels of the thing, but I still have...
Forum: Commuting
04-10-06, 07:37 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 657
Posted By AJRoberts

My flat bar commuter has freddies and my road...

My flat bar commuter has freddies and my road bike has SKS. I like the SKS better as they don't seem to rattle as much, and the silver colour is oh so sexy.
Forum: Commuting
03-29-06, 09:00 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 9,575
Posted By AJRoberts

I have a pair of freddy 'hardcores' on my flat...

I have a pair of freddy 'hardcores' on my flat bar commuter. They work fine, but the front rattles a little with only a single stay per side. The little rubber mud-flaps they put on them are next...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-28-05, 10:19 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 905
Posted By AJRoberts

You can use a Surly Pacer frame and convert it to...

You can use a Surly Pacer frame and convert it to 650B: http://www.freewebs.com/650b/the650bpacerproject.htm
Forum: Touring
11-04-05, 08:50 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 18,967
Posted By AJRoberts

A set of Paul's thumbies might work for you. ...

A set of Paul's thumbies might work for you. Sure, they won't be mounted in the bar ends, but they look like they could solve that particular problem.
Forum: Commuting
11-03-05, 11:37 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,374,827
Posted By AJRoberts

The parts are pretty much the stock Riv build. ...

The parts are pretty much the stock Riv build. They were offering a pretty good deal if you didn't deviate from the part list. Cranks are Sugino XD, FD/RD and hubs are Shimano 105, Ultegra headset,...
Forum: Commuting
11-03-05, 10:25 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,374,827
Posted By AJRoberts

One good Rivendell deserves another. Here is my...

One good Rivendell deserves another. Here is my 59cm Cantilever Romulus (aka Cantirom) with saddle bag & lights. I love riding this thing. It looks a lot nicer in person.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-28-05, 01:24 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,384
Posted By AJRoberts

I like the Nitto technomic deluxe.

I like the Nitto technomic deluxe.
Forum: Commuting
10-28-05, 12:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 789
Posted By AJRoberts

The simplest way to mount a Carradice bag is on a...

The simplest way to mount a Carradice bag is on a saddle with 'bag loops' like you would find on a Brooks B17 or similar. Otherwise, you can use a Bagman QR rack or something similar, like the SQR. ...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-27-05, 08:21 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 822
Posted By AJRoberts

I use one to support a nelson longflap. Mine...

I use one to support a nelson longflap. Mine works great, and it is very easy to install/remove the bag. IMHO the bagman racks are a little more appealing to the eye. The SQR is great if you have...
Forum: Touring
10-27-05, 08:11 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,930
Posted By AJRoberts

So far I haven't had any issues, even with the...

So far I haven't had any issues, even with the larger Nelson Longflap stuffed with cargo. I think the SQR has a lower weight rating than the bagman racks.

In mine, I carry a pump, tools, tubes,...
Forum: Commuting
10-27-05, 08:03 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 5,030
Posted By AJRoberts

A 3" dia. log that some lamewad dragged across...

A 3" dia. log that some lamewad dragged across the width of the bike path.
Forum: Touring
10-26-05, 09:46 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,930
Posted By AJRoberts

To be honest, I had to pick up the saddle bag and...

To be honest, I had to pick up the saddle bag and rack on a trip to the US which coincided with Hurricane Katrina. I was unable to get the QR bagman rack that I wanted from Wallingford, so I ended...
Forum: Touring
10-25-05, 08:47 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,930
Posted By AJRoberts

I'm using a Carradice Nelson Longflap for...

I'm using a Carradice Nelson Longflap for commuting, and I use the Carradice SQR block & rack for it. I don't use the bag loops on my brooks. The SQR isn't the most elegant looking thing, but it...
Forum: Commuting
10-20-05, 07:25 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,529
Posted By AJRoberts

I've done the same. I used a longer bolt. Make...

I've done the same. I used a longer bolt. Make sure the rack is attached closest to the frame, and then the fender stays. I needed to bend the fender stays just a little bit to make the whole...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-19-05, 01:42 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,642
Posted By AJRoberts

I recently purchased a Cantilever Romulus (same...

I recently purchased a Cantilever Romulus (same geometry as the Rambou). I'm 5'11" with an 84 cm PBH, and ended up with a 59cm frame. At first I thought it would be too big (the biggest I've been...
Forum: Touring
10-14-05, 12:36 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,010
Posted By AJRoberts

This is true, sadly. MEC actually purchased...

This is true, sadly. MEC actually purchased Serratus at one point, but it was difficult to make a go of things when finished goods from the east ended up costing less than the raw materials Serratus...
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