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Forum: Touring
03-11-20, 05:12 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,402
Posted By woodysroad

Thanks for the replies. I'm not seeking medical...

Thanks for the replies. I'm not seeking medical advice, I work with my cardiologist for that. My heart rhythm has been in normal range for several months with medication. We've discussed an...
Forum: Touring
03-10-20, 05:58 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,402
Posted By woodysroad

Afib and low sodium intake

Anyone being treated for Afib and restricted to maximum of 2,300 mg of sodium intake daily? If so, how do you balance your limited sodium intake with the increased loss of sodium during the day...
Forum: Touring
12-22-19, 09:09 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 10,215
Posted By woodysroad

Freedom

Pete Seeger once said, "that's the wonderful thing about America, we have the right to be wrong". This applies to saddles, lights and ear noise :) Consequences of our choices are our teachers, but...
Forum: Touring
02-05-18, 05:23 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,722
Posted By woodysroad

Camping

There is a decent private campground with good showers at Rocky' s store as you get close to Perry on US 98, west of town a couple miles.
Forum: Touring
12-20-17, 06:04 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,223
Posted By woodysroad

unterhausen, thanks, that's good to know

unterhausen, thanks, that's good to know
Forum: Touring
12-19-17, 04:41 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,223
Posted By woodysroad

indyfabz, this looks very helpful, appreciate...

indyfabz, this looks very helpful, appreciate you taking time to share with me. Take care.
Forum: Touring
12-19-17, 04:40 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,223
Posted By woodysroad

jamawani, good to hear from you. Thanks for the...

jamawani, good to hear from you. Thanks for the info, I opened your journal and read a few pages, I like it, will read more over the coming days. I guess I have a few years on you, I was in...
Forum: Touring
12-18-17, 04:11 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,223
Posted By woodysroad

Thanks for the info indyfabz and rhm. I'm...

Thanks for the info indyfabz and rhm. I'm planning a trip next Spring from Amherst, OH to Hartsdale in Westchester County, NY. I'm an old guy and kind of want to pay my respects to the four...
Forum: Touring
12-17-17, 06:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,223
Posted By woodysroad

PA Bike Route V

Anyone have experience with PA Bike Route V, mid-state, Ohio-New York?
Forum: Touring
01-31-17, 08:18 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 7,432
Posted By woodysroad

I've used thorn resistant tubes and they work...

I've used thorn resistant tubes and they work well, but as they are thicker it makes them heavier and a tighter fit in the tire. My bike mechanic said that slime deteriorates the tire over time,...
Forum: Touring
01-31-17, 05:04 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 737
Posted By woodysroad

thanks robow, this is good info to know, happy...

thanks robow, this is good info to know, happy trails to you :)
Forum: Touring
01-29-17, 06:28 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 737
Posted By woodysroad

Trail of Tears

I'm planning a tour of The Trail of Tears from Calhoun, GA to Tahlequah, OK and trying to decide if I want to follow the primary northern route across TN, KY, IL, MO, AR, and then into OK; or a more...
Forum: Touring
11-30-15, 07:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,131
Posted By woodysroad

Broken in well, and has sentimental value as it...

Broken in well, and has sentimental value as it has over 50,000 miles on it :) I hate to throw away an old friend that has been good to me.
Forum: Touring
11-07-15, 04:51 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,131
Posted By woodysroad

Reupholster Saddle

I've got an old saddle that came with my Fuji Touring bike (2005) that I would like to get reupholstered with same or similar material as came on it originally. The seat is still in good condition,...
Forum: Touring
08-20-15, 06:28 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,051
Posted By woodysroad

I notice that some of the replies indicate...

I notice that some of the replies indicate preference for a "padded" knit glove vs "gel". I expected "gel" only kinds of replies. I've used both, but only gel ones for the past several years, had...
Forum: Touring
08-19-15, 06:26 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,530
Posted By woodysroad

delcrossv, I carried Kirks soap on a tour down...

delcrossv, I carried Kirks soap on a tour down the Mississippi River Trail June 9-July 11, per your suggestion, and loved it. I don't know that I've ever used a soap of any kind that lathered that...
Forum: Touring
08-19-15, 06:15 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,051
Posted By woodysroad

Preference for Cycling Gloves

Anyone have a special brand preference for cycling gloves for tours of 1,000 miles or more (minimum of two weeks) ?
Forum: Touring
05-12-15, 09:58 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 5,489
Posted By woodysroad

Severe Weather & Lightning

With approaching thunderstorms and in the event of lightning while pedaling in an area where no buildings or other shelters are available, what is your response to the situation?
Forum: Touring
05-04-15, 07:34 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,530
Posted By woodysroad

I ordered four bars of the Kirk's soap, and per...

I ordered four bars of the Kirk's soap, and per another suggestion above I used a veggie peeler and shaved some into the washer with my bike clothes after a ride today. I thought it worked well. I...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-26-15, 01:52 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,730
Posted By woodysroad

I have arthritis in my wrists, hands, and...

I have arthritis in my wrists, hands, and shoulders; the worst is my left wrist and shoulder. I'm 64 and try to ride at least 100 miles a week, sometimes more. I wear wrist braces with a metal...
Forum: Touring
04-24-15, 06:49 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,530
Posted By woodysroad

I like this, thanks :)

I like this, thanks :)
Forum: Touring
04-21-15, 02:51 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,530
Posted By woodysroad

I appreciate all the thoughts from those who have...

I appreciate all the thoughts from those who have replied to my question. I agree that there is a lot of concern and data questioning the efficacy of antibacterial soaps, but it is not definitive to...
Forum: Touring
04-19-15, 04:04 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,530
Posted By woodysroad

Have not seen the "leaves" before, think I will...

Have not seen the "leaves" before, think I will try them, thanks for the idea and other info provided
Forum: Touring
04-19-15, 06:38 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,530
Posted By woodysroad

Soap

Are there strong opinions about what kind of bath soap and detergent for laundry you like to carry while touring? For years while backpacking and cycle touring I carried Dr. Bronner's peppermint...
Forum: Touring
04-12-15, 05:43 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 4,934
Posted By woodysroad

I do not make reservations for camping or motels,...

I do not make reservations for camping or motels, which can be good or bad, but if something deters me during the day (wind) I don't have to make it to a destination. I try not to fight the wind and...
Forum: Touring
04-08-15, 02:43 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 969
Posted By woodysroad

Visual Safety Equipment

While touring, who uses some type of visual safety equipment (flag, fluorescent tape, high visibility triangles, or others) in addition to flashing lights? If so, would you care to describe? I've...
Forum: Touring
04-04-15, 11:43 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 6,682
Posted By woodysroad

With some hesitancy I venture the humble opinion...

With some hesitancy I venture the humble opinion that while people discuss pronouns little children are still going to bed hungry at night, wars are being fought, politicians are still lying, and...
Forum: Touring
03-21-15, 06:45 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,210
Posted By woodysroad

A couple years ago I started in Oklahoma City and...

A couple years ago I started in Oklahoma City and went to Brunswick, GA and then back across to Oregon coast, and planned to then turn back to Oklahoma City. I hurt my shoulder and had to stop in...
Forum: Touring
03-19-15, 05:39 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 866
Posted By woodysroad

Thanks very much, I like your suggestion :)

Thanks very much, I like your suggestion :)
Forum: Touring
03-15-15, 05:47 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 866
Posted By woodysroad

St. Louis bypass on Mississippi River Trail

I will be riding south on the MRT and would prefer to not go thru St. Louis, no reason other than I don't get much pleasure from riding in cities. Has anyone used a route you like to go around and...
Forum: Touring
03-09-15, 04:56 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,695
Posted By woodysroad

US 98 from Wakulla to Pensacola is intermittently...

US 98 from Wakulla to Pensacola is intermittently along the coast. From Wakulla thru Port St. Joe is the area they call the Big Bend area and includes Apalachicola. These little towns are fishing...
Forum: Touring
03-01-15, 05:41 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,209
Posted By woodysroad

I've carried an emergency blanket for years,...

I've carried an emergency blanket for years, never thought of using it as a ground sheet or anything else. Ask and ye shall receive :) That's why I like Preacher Casy so much in The Grapes of...
Forum: Touring
03-01-15, 11:29 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,209
Posted By woodysroad

Ground Sheet for Tent

When camping in a tent along the way: 1. do you use a ground sheet and 2. do you put it inside or under the tent? Many years ago I always put it under the tent to protect the floor from sharp...
Forum: Touring
03-01-15, 05:56 AM
Replies: 580
Views: 459,522
Posted By woodysroad

I love this thread, hope to see more replies...

I love this thread, hope to see more replies about things people do on tour, it's very helpful. My two favorites that I've used are the velcro strap parking brake and the tube being used as a hose...
Forum: Touring
02-27-15, 07:59 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,695
Posted By woodysroad

I hope I'm doing it when I'm 75, good for you. I...

I hope I'm doing it when I'm 75, good for you. I met a woman of 75 a couple years ago who was crossing from Maine to California solo. I have been so filled with admiration for her every time I...
Forum: Touring
02-27-15, 07:55 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,695
Posted By woodysroad

This looks like a nice ride :)

This looks like a nice ride :)
Forum: Touring
02-27-15, 07:54 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,695
Posted By woodysroad

I like this :)

I like this :)
Forum: Touring
02-27-15, 07:52 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,695
Posted By woodysroad

Mostly loops; living in Mobile, AL I can go into...

Mostly loops; living in Mobile, AL I can go into FL and take several different routes to the Atlantic East Coast and then come back a different path. US 90, 98, and 27 are great roads with wide...
Forum: Touring
02-26-15, 09:51 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,298
Posted By woodysroad

thanks very much, I have been failing to give...

thanks very much, I have been failing to give mosquitoes enough thought, and I live in Mobile; glad you emphasized that. I need to think a little more about dogs too, I went cross country a couple...
Forum: Touring
02-26-15, 01:21 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,298
Posted By woodysroad

thanks for the info, I have a mosquito hood, only...

thanks for the info, I have a mosquito hood, only used it once while backpacking, never while cycling, but I have it packed. Mosquito repellant help any?
Forum: Touring
02-26-15, 01:18 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,298
Posted By woodysroad

thanks for the info

thanks for the info
Forum: Touring
02-26-15, 05:58 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,298
Posted By woodysroad

Thanks very much. Right about the Gators,...

Thanks very much. Right about the Gators, reminds me of the old Tony Joe White song, "Poke Salad Annie, gator got your granny, chomp chomp". I appreciate your response.
Forum: Touring
02-26-15, 05:55 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,298
Posted By woodysroad

I live in Mobile, AL, have a friend with a sister...

I live in Mobile, AL, have a friend with a sister in Madison, WI who is taking me to Lake Itasca to start, then going over to visit the sister. The same friend will pick me up when I reach the end...
Forum: Touring
02-26-15, 05:52 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,298
Posted By woodysroad

thanks very much

thanks very much
Forum: Touring
02-26-15, 05:48 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 5,710
Posted By woodysroad

works for me, different strokes for different...

works for me, different strokes for different folks :)
Forum: Touring
02-25-15, 07:16 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,298
Posted By woodysroad

I haven't referred to the ACA maps, I'm working...

I haven't referred to the ACA maps, I'm working off Bill Robinson's book Bicycling Guide to the Mississippi River Trail. I've read a lot of posts in various sites and there is about as much...
Forum: Touring
02-25-15, 06:29 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,298
Posted By woodysroad

Critters on Mississippi River Trail

I'm planning to pedal the Mississippi River Trail this Summer, starting at Lake Itasca, MN and finishing at the Gulf of Mexico. I'm wondering about people's experiences with hungry critters,...
Forum: Touring
02-25-15, 04:41 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 5,710
Posted By woodysroad

I'm no mechanic and those who are will probably...

I'm no mechanic and those who are will probably say "overkill", but my morning routine is to first hold the chain in a mechanic's rag as it emerges from the bottom pulley and crank the chain in...
Forum: Touring
02-24-15, 01:38 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 746
Posted By woodysroad

I've cycled US 27 from Tallahassee to Miami and...

I've cycled US 27 from Tallahassee to Miami and loved it. I've also pedaled US 98 from Mobile, AL to I believe Bartow, FL where I picked up US 17 to Punta Gorda, then 41 thru Fort Myers and Naples,...
Forum: Touring
02-24-15, 01:17 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,938
Posted By woodysroad

Me too, carry a small compass I use when...

Me too, carry a small compass I use when backpacking, it's about 1.5" x 2", carry in top tube bag, used it many times.
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