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Forum: Touring
08-16-10, 07:35 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,860
Posted By John Bailey

I have no experience, but by the looks of their...

I have no experience, but by the looks of their videos the Extra Wheel is extra good for off road.

John
Forum: Touring
08-15-10, 06:02 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,090
Posted By John Bailey

I've had the same idea. Although I don't...

I've had the same idea. Although I don't consider myself a "cook," I do enjoy doing my own cooking. Even at home I usually cook one pot meals and always use cast iron. However, there is a 7 lb....
Forum: Touring
08-10-10, 06:04 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,291
Posted By John Bailey

I'm vegetarian and often have problems getting...

I'm vegetarian and often have problems getting enough protein. It's tough to bring along the tofu. I didn't see much protein in your tour diet. How do you handle that?

John
Forum: Touring
08-03-10, 09:51 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,001
Posted By John Bailey

Don't fall down!! My first tour ended on day...

Don't fall down!! My first tour ended on day three when I crashed and ruptured a shoulder tendon!!

John
Forum: Touring
08-03-10, 09:48 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,364
Posted By John Bailey

Thanks Tom, By the way, I forgot to mention...

Thanks Tom,

By the way, I forgot to mention -- that's one sweet ride you've got there.

John
Forum: Touring
08-02-10, 03:24 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,091
Posted By John Bailey

Great advice and will make all hills doable. ...

Great advice and will make all hills doable.

Though I've not been to Crete, I go to Greece every year. (I'll be a few hundred Km's north of you in Kaphalonia and Kerkyia in September) Greece is...
Forum: Touring
08-02-10, 01:51 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,630
Posted By John Bailey

I've got this same bag and it's great. I like...

I've got this same bag and it's great. I like the two side pockets that I put my phone and billfold in. It comes off easily and I take it off whenever I leave the bike. The only thing wrong is it...
Forum: Touring
08-02-10, 01:43 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,364
Posted By John Bailey

Tom, did you put the same VO on this new bike? I...

Tom, did you put the same VO on this new bike? I thought I read on the VO site that gel-pads wouldn't fit under their leather handlebar wraps.

Also, since we're supposed to take care not to let...
Forum: Touring
08-02-10, 03:54 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,364
Posted By John Bailey

I'm considering the sewn-on leather for...

I'm considering the sewn-on leather for handlebars. Have you used them before, and, if so, how do you like them? Any pros or cons?

John
Forum: Touring
08-02-10, 03:44 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,417
Posted By John Bailey

Hi Nancy, I'd like to add a professional's...

Hi Nancy,

I'd like to add a professional's opinion. I've been in education for 38 years as teacher, administrator and now as educational consultant involved in state transformational education at...
Forum: Touring
07-18-10, 02:25 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 916
Posted By John Bailey

If were me I'd take the Trek 500 and switch out...

If were me I'd take the Trek 500 and switch out the crankset for a tour friendly set. There're lots of ways to attach racks, fenders and bottle mounts without braze ons.

John
Forum: Touring
07-17-10, 04:41 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 14,537
Posted By John Bailey

If you look at the ACA magazine and count the...

If you look at the ACA magazine and count the numbers of flat bars and drop bars (disregarding the advertisements) you usually find there are more flat bars being used than drop bars for touring in...
Forum: Touring
07-14-10, 11:37 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,617
Posted By John Bailey

I've got the Nemo Losi 2 and I think it's the...

I've got the Nemo Losi 2 and I think it's the best tent I've ever had. Plenty of room, two doors, two vestibules and has been through a pretty good storm with no problems. I especially like the...
Forum: Touring
07-04-10, 03:39 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,185
Posted By John Bailey

I went into my local bike shop the other day and...

I went into my local bike shop the other day and asked if they had 700x35 Panaracer Pasela's. They went back in the back room and could only find 27" tires in that brand. So, I would look around...
Forum: Touring
06-22-10, 07:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 671
Posted By John Bailey

I think the best part of the state is the...

I think the best part of the state is the northwest lower peninsula. The Traverse City Cycle Club puts our a great map with favorite trips around the area. ...
Forum: Touring
06-22-10, 07:18 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 813
Posted By John Bailey

I've been using the Bontrager Interchange for a...

I've been using the Bontrager Interchange for a year now. Sometimes I've had up to 47 lbs. I've had no problems with it. You might want to try it and see if it holds up.

John
Forum: Touring
06-21-10, 04:18 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 738
Posted By John Bailey

If you add up your weight, let's say 180 lbs., 30...

If you add up your weight, let's say 180 lbs., 30 lbs. for many of the bikes listed and 50 lbs. of gear, you're at 260 lbs. With the Continental, you'd be at 271. In that context, the Continental...
Forum: Touring
06-16-10, 01:48 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 844
Posted By John Bailey

I've got the Trek 7.3 FX set up as a touring bike...

I've got the Trek 7.3 FX set up as a touring bike and it works great. I don't think the original wheelset is quite up to the task, but everything else works well. Do notice though, that if you go...
Forum: Touring
06-07-10, 03:49 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,142
Posted By John Bailey

I really like the colour scheme you describe. So...

I really like the colour scheme you describe. So buy the dang thing already, fit it out, and let's get a picture!!

John
Forum: Touring
06-07-10, 03:46 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,171
Posted By John Bailey

Living in Michigan, I've crossed the border...

Living in Michigan, I've crossed the border hundreds of times and have never heard of that type of background keeping one from getting in Canada. In Michigan, and some other states, we can get an...
Forum: Touring
06-05-10, 07:16 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 951
Posted By John Bailey

I've bought a Trek FX 7.3 that is very similar to...

I've bought a Trek FX 7.3 that is very similar to the your Atwood. I turned it into a touring bike by adding fenders, rear and front racks and bar ends. It's been a terrific bike for that, although...
Forum: Touring
06-05-10, 07:09 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 4,495
Posted By John Bailey

Every spring, Bruno comes to visit and eat our...

Every spring, Bruno comes to visit and eat our bird feed that we put out in the winter. Then, we take in the bird feed and no more Bruno. We have a saying in Northern Michigan, and it's probably...
Forum: Touring
06-03-10, 11:09 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 828
Posted By John Bailey

There are a lot of cheap rear racks for under...

There are a lot of cheap rear racks for under $20. Nashbar has one for $14 right now. Buy it, attach whatever you want to it for the trip.

John
Forum: Touring
06-02-10, 12:20 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,665
Posted By John Bailey

I think most companies have similar bikes to the...

I think most companies have similar bikes to the Trek 7.3. I've got the 7.3 and it makes a good bike for what you're describing. I've ridden it fully loaded with camping gear, both front and rear...
Forum: Touring
05-15-10, 11:42 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 787
Posted By John Bailey

Nice story Nancy. I used a stick many times to...

Nice story Nancy. I used a stick many times to fix my old "rat bike" Harley back in my younger days. At my age, I hope I can still walk in 20 years.

You, and your family, are in a different...
Forum: Touring
05-14-10, 05:16 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 787
Posted By John Bailey

Thanks all, Doctor says I can ride a bit...

Thanks all,

Doctor says I can ride a bit this weekend if I take it easy.

John
Forum: Touring
05-13-10, 10:50 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 787
Posted By John Bailey

Hope the next one fades quickly! Thanks for...

Hope the next one fades quickly!

Thanks for the insight.

John
Forum: Touring
05-13-10, 09:06 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,426
Posted By John Bailey

I ended up getting a Nemo Losi 2P tent from REI...

I ended up getting a Nemo Losi 2P tent from REI Outlet for around $200 with my discount and $50 gift certificate for getting their credit card. This is an excellent tent but pricey. I think one of...
Forum: Touring
05-13-10, 07:25 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 787
Posted By John Bailey

First Trip - Certainly an Adventure

I took my first bike tour last week and it didn't go too well.

I decided a good first camping trip would be the KATY trail in Missouri from Sedalia to St. Charles.

Day One

The first day...
Forum: Touring
05-13-10, 05:37 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,778
Posted By John Bailey

I've got the GSI Pinnacle Backpacker. I like...

I've got the GSI Pinnacle Backpacker. I like having both a 1.5/2 liter pot and a fry pan even when I'm by myself. I like to cook. It's got one of the best non-stick surfaces. (Although I question...
Forum: Touring
03-28-10, 03:17 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,009
Posted By John Bailey

According to Brett Dufur's Katy Trail Guidebook,...

According to Brett Dufur's Katy Trail Guidebook, there's a 6 ft. wide bike lane on the North bound bridge -- nothing on the South bound. You probably viewed the South bound.

John
Forum: Touring
03-01-10, 12:25 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 14,761
Posted By John Bailey

I just installed the Planet Bike's Cascadias on...

I just installed the Planet Bike's Cascadias on my Trek FX 7.3. They were easily installed and kept out all the snow I rode through.

John
Forum: Touring
02-25-10, 07:38 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 768
Posted By John Bailey

When are you going? John

When are you going?

John
Forum: Touring
02-23-10, 03:08 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,354
Posted By John Bailey

I've switched from the OEM Bontragers to Kenda...

I've switched from the OEM Bontragers to Kenda Pro 35's TPI 60 with nobbies. When I bought a road bike, I put the Kenda's on to use the Trek FX 7.3 for a trail bike. It's sort of like a cyclocross...
Forum: Touring
02-23-10, 03:01 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,354
Posted By John Bailey

Oh, it's just what was recommended on some...

Oh, it's just what was recommended on some website. I do like dry feet however!

The wobble was not bad at all, but I did notice it. I've not been able to try it out again with the front panniers...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-22-10, 04:37 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,543
Posted By John Bailey

At age 59 and 276 lbs. I started this last...

At age 59 and 276 lbs. I started this last August. I've always just gone out to ride. I enjoy an all day ride just about better than anything else. I've never felt terrible, just the kind of tired...
Forum: Touring
02-21-10, 12:07 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,354
Posted By John Bailey

That's just the kind of advice I need. I've got...

That's just the kind of advice I need. I've got two levels of attachment on the Jandd front rack and I had the bags on the top level. I'll put it down to the lower level and give it a try.

John
Forum: Touring
02-21-10, 12:05 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,354
Posted By John Bailey

I'll have two water bottles in cages and one, and...

I'll have two water bottles in cages and one, and possibly two more in bags.

I've been reading up quite a bit. I've kept up with the KATY trail website and have read Brett Dufur's "The Complete...
Forum: Touring
02-21-10, 11:58 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,354
Posted By John Bailey

My wife and I just did about a 5 mi. ride with...

My wife and I just did about a 5 mi. ride with some fair hills. I was expecting more problems with getting up the hills. That wasn't too bad. There seemed to be a slight wobble in the bike. I...
Forum: Touring
02-21-10, 11:51 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,354
Posted By John Bailey

The pump is listed for the rear trunk. I have an...

The pump is listed for the rear trunk. I have an attachment that I could put it with one of the bottles on a cage. I've been told the KATY trail can be dusty and I thought the pump would be better...
Forum: Touring
02-21-10, 11:23 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,354
Posted By John Bailey

I'm doing the whole trail with a two day rest to...

I'm doing the whole trail with a two day rest to take in the Thomas Hart Benton artwork in Jefferson City. I'm planning 6 days total right now. I know I'm taking too much stuff, but it's my first...
Forum: Touring
02-21-10, 10:26 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,354
Posted By John Bailey

Fully Loaded Trek FX 7.3

I've been adding things to my Trek FX 7.3 for the last couple months in anticipation of my KATY trail ride the first week of April. It's all done and I'm packed and ready to go. I've added...
Forum: Touring
02-16-10, 05:16 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 26,886
Posted By John Bailey

I've gone through many, many tents in my day. ...

I've gone through many, many tents in my day. I've had very good and expensive tents, and discount store tents. In general, you get what you pay for. That being said, I've spent many good and...
Forum: Touring
02-04-10, 06:04 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,277
Posted By John Bailey

Having just started putting together my touring...

Having just started putting together my touring bike, I don't know a lot about it. The Trek FX 7.3 has all the brazeons, room for large tires, lower gear range than my road bike, long chainstays and...
Forum: Touring
02-03-10, 04:01 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,277
Posted By John Bailey

I'm outfitting my Trek FX 7.3 into a tour bike. ...

I'm outfitting my Trek FX 7.3 into a tour bike. If you go up to the 7.5 you don't get the front braze-ons for a front rack. I bought my bike for $500 last August, so it right in your price range...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-18-10, 09:06 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,462
Posted By John Bailey

I've not had time to do much work, but I cleaned...

I've not had time to do much work, but I cleaned one up a little and it looks to me they'll clean up nicely. Again, thanks for the info.

John
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-17-10, 05:48 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,462
Posted By John Bailey

Thanks guys, I'll try to clean them up...

Thanks guys,

I'll try to clean them up first. I didn't see any pitting -- just figured since they were so old they should be replaced.

John
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-17-10, 04:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,462
Posted By John Bailey

Schwinn Continental rebuild - bearings

I'm using this Schwinn Continental to learn to work on vintage bikes. I've got the frame stripped down. The crankset bearings and steerer bearing could use replacing. Where would I go to get...
Forum: Touring
01-17-10, 01:56 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,292
Posted By John Bailey

My Trek FX 7.3 seems a perfect candidate for a...

My Trek FX 7.3 seems a perfect candidate for a touring bike with flat handlebars. It has brazeons both front and back, long wheel base and chainstays and will take large tires with fenders. ...
Forum: Touring
01-09-10, 11:14 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,017
Posted By John Bailey

I'm planning on riding the KATY the first week of...

I'm planning on riding the KATY the first week of April. The plan will go something like this:

4-3-10 Arrive St. Louis, hop on the train, ride to Sedalia and spend the night
4-4-10 Either ride...
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