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Forum: Touring
01-17-17, 03:31 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 18,728
Posted By alaskadude

549347[/ATTACH[ATTACH]549347 My Troll, ready to...

549347[/ATTACH[ATTACH]549347
My Troll, ready to roll. Has S&S couplers standard on the surly world troller frame.Available as frame only.Frame was $1200. Should be a good touring bike in third world.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-23-15, 06:41 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,152
Posted By alaskadude

494709

494709
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-23-15, 06:29 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,152
Posted By alaskadude

Well they protect the shifters and brake levers,...

Well they protect the shifters and brake levers, that is one of the best parts. I could probably be OK with just one position on flat bars, but I guess the trek bars do givemore hand positions. I...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-21-15, 09:50 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,152
Posted By alaskadude

494501Actually brought the bike this time. Here I...

494501Actually brought the bike this time. Here I am riding across the Terai region in India/Nepal. Ill be 58 next week.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-13-15, 05:50 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 619
Posted By alaskadude

Can shifter cables go over the top of the stem?

I am stressed about running the shifter cables over the top of the stem. Is there any reason I shouldnt?
I just now saw a pic of a guy(touring to Egypt) he has my same setup.
A surly LHT, Trek...
Forum: Touring
08-13-15, 05:22 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,200
Posted By alaskadude

Yes. I have a 26 inch disc trucker fork. I will...

Yes. I have a 26 inch disc trucker fork. I will switch it for the 26 V-brake fork I have on there now. Of course I need to get the Avidd BB7 and a compatible brake lever. Im not sure I see why I...
Forum: Touring
08-12-15, 05:03 PM
Replies: 161
Views: 45,647
Posted By alaskadude

Im 57, in OK shape. But we get a little stiffer...

Im 57, in OK shape. But we get a little stiffer as we go along. I have raised bars on my 3 bikes and just got a higher steerer for my LHT. I feel much more relaxed sitting upright.
Forum: Touring
08-12-15, 05:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,200
Posted By alaskadude

Can I put a Surly disc trucker fork on my Trucker Deluxe?

I have a Suly Trucker Deluxe with S&S couplers.
The steerer is a little too short. Also, someone suggested going with Avidd BB7 for the front for heavy touring in steep country.
I scored a disc...
Forum: Touring
07-27-15, 07:47 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 9,079
Posted By alaskadude

Im building one right now for my tri[p to Asia...

Im building one right now for my tri[p to Asia this winter. I am building a Surly Trucker deluxe. Mostly I am marking this to keep track.
Forum: Touring
06-13-15, 05:27 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,344
Posted By alaskadude

(OP)Yes. Thanks dudes for all the suggestions on...

(OP)Yes. Thanks dudes for all the suggestions on the bits and pieces! The bike was sent off only yesterday. Ill probably go with one of the simple V brakes mentioned. The advantage of asking on a...
Forum: Touring
06-13-15, 05:19 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,344
Posted By alaskadude

Yea man! I turned 57 trekking to Everest Base...

Yea man! I turned 57 trekking to Everest Base camp last winter.
Forum: Touring
06-10-15, 10:14 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,344
Posted By alaskadude

The Surly LHT with S&S couplers does not come as...

The Surly LHT with S&S couplers does not come as a full setup. It only comes as a frame. I can take it apart for airplane travel. As to wether that is actually essential, I dont know. But that is...
Forum: Touring
06-10-15, 09:16 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,344
Posted By alaskadude

Yay! Yes, I have 22 in front. Or rather, I am...

Yay! Yes, I have 22 in front. Or rather, I am planning on 22T in front.
I havent bought any 'bits and pieces' yet. Even the ones that have been recomended by some dude, but it does give me a place...
Forum: Touring
06-10-15, 08:10 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,344
Posted By alaskadude

Components for rough touring in developing world

OK, Ive gotten good advise so far.
Im building a Surly LHT with S&S couplers for a trip in Asia.
Any ideas on simple, robust components.

Rear Deraileur: Suggested was a Shimano M772 SGS. This...
Forum: Touring
05-15-15, 02:13 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,618
Posted By alaskadude

Riding last night I stopped at the LBS. They said...

Riding last night I stopped at the LBS. They said the same stuff as above. AFTER they had shown me all their wheels they told me not to buy a new wheel from them but to just go on tour with the hub I...
Forum: Touring
05-14-15, 11:46 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,618
Posted By alaskadude

OK, all this sounds good. Im still thinking about...

OK, all this sounds good. Im still thinking about it. The hubs are new, Ill ride them some this summer to see if they are defective, and then take them if I feel good about it.
They ARE 26 inch. I...
Forum: Touring
05-13-15, 07:54 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,618
Posted By alaskadude

back to the original question

OK, what I am trying to get is opinions as to whether I should go with the Shimano 525 hubs I have on a trip to Asia, or leave them home and get something more quality for the trip.
Forum: Touring
05-13-15, 07:52 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,618
Posted By alaskadude

The four years was 4 summers commuting to work....

The four years was 4 summers commuting to work. 20 miles a day, carrying water and groceries back to my cabin as well as my 250 pounds. The bike is a REI Novara Safari. My huge weight wore out the...
Forum: Touring
05-13-15, 07:45 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,618
Posted By alaskadude

I can do all the things in this reply. I have...

I can do all the things in this reply. I have rebuilt hubs many times, cone wrenches, bering grease and replace.
My concern is whether I should go with the brand new shimano 525 hubs that I have on...
Forum: Touring
05-12-15, 07:28 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,618
Posted By alaskadude

Shimano 525 hub for rough touring?

I have some 26 inch wheels, Rhino Lyte rims and Shimano 525 hubs. I had them drilled to Schrader and have Schwalbe Mondial tires.
The only part I am worried about is the 525 hub. I have read a lot...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-29-15, 02:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 18,804
Posted By alaskadude

I have one of these and use is sort of as a road...

I have one of these and use is sort of as a road bike. I like it enough to spend some time refurbishing it, but that is mostly nostalgia.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-22-15, 04:37 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,019
Posted By alaskadude

I guess maybe I was asking for assurances. Or...

I guess maybe I was asking for assurances. Or maybe just if you had done this process yourself and found that it worked. Im going to leave it as it is for the time being. It works fine, or seems to,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-22-15, 04:04 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,019
Posted By alaskadude

OK, but at the bottom of your post you have this:...

OK, but at the bottom of your post you have this: If you have to force it... you probably shouldn't.
anyway, have you done this? Resquish it back again? Do you have experience with this? I am afraid...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-22-15, 03:09 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,019
Posted By alaskadude

WOW!! Im the original poster, if you can remember...

WOW!! Im the original poster, if you can remember me way back there. OK, Thanks, there is lots of good detailed info for me to absorb. Ill look it over as I go. The crimp is slightly oval, such that...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-21-15, 08:50 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,019
Posted By alaskadude

Crimped Top Tube

I crimped the top tube on my surly LHT. I was surprised it happened, I have used the homemade bike clamp on other bikes, including a surly. Anyway, the top tube is now oval shaped. It is not drastic,...
Forum: Touring
04-16-15, 02:18 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,096
Posted By alaskadude

cool set ups. Im working on my LHT deluxe right...

cool set ups. Im working on my LHT deluxe right now and need this stuff
Forum: Commuting
02-06-15, 04:24 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 25,944
Posted By alaskadude

I have only built one bike, but after researching...

I have only built one bike, but after researching it, I found this is the proper method. I bought a piece of PVC the correct size from Home Depot, and slowly tapped down the crown race. Works great...
Forum: Commuting
02-06-15, 04:13 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 25,944
Posted By alaskadude

setting the headset ring

This is an old thread but im answering. you set the headset ring on the top of the fork with a piece of plastic tubing, I think it is called conduit. I only built one bike--surly oger--and I am...
Forum: Touring
11-01-14, 11:33 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,035
Posted By alaskadude

I built a LHT this summer. I used youtube and the...

I built a LHT this summer. I used youtube and the Zinn book. No previous experience. It was fun and worthwhile. Now when I ride, I understand what the bike is doing.
Forum: Touring
09-21-14, 05:14 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,619
Posted By alaskadude

Yea, I use a neck wallet too. This might be best...

Yea, I use a neck wallet too. This might be best for me. Put it in my bar bag. Im used to paying close attention. I never let it out of my sight/feel. The bar bag is an obvious target however....
Forum: Touring
09-20-14, 07:22 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,619
Posted By alaskadude

Where do you pack your Travel Documents (Passport, etc.)

I am going to bike tour in Asia, Nepal, maybe India. I traveled a lot there. I always carried my passport, Traveler checks, cards etc. in a pouch that goes in the front of my pants. This is a...
Forum: Touring
09-19-14, 11:43 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,961
Posted By alaskadude

You misunderstood. The 50 pounds includes camping...

You misunderstood. The 50 pounds includes camping gear.
I definatley understand your ideas on being able to pick it up and walk with it all. It is essential to be able to walk with all your gear in...
Forum: Touring
09-19-14, 11:36 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,961
Posted By alaskadude

I read your list. I have basically what you have,...

I read your list. I have basically what you have, although some of yours is newer stuff and lighter weight. My tent weighs a pound more than your. I have more clothes, but like I said I will be gone...
Forum: Touring
09-19-14, 10:48 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,961
Posted By alaskadude

407272407273This is my bike with the ortlieb...

407272407273This is my bike with the ortlieb panniers. Also a pic of me with a donkey I bought to cross the Tibetan Plateau. The picture of the donkey is 25 years old, and I have been doing this...
Forum: Touring
09-18-14, 10:58 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,961
Posted By alaskadude

Lots of good answers. I think I am on the right...

Lots of good answers. I think I am on the right track. I have done lots and lots of camping, and know what gear I need. The heavy rubber bag has a double purpose: I can pack all my gear in it for...
Forum: Touring
09-17-14, 08:15 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,961
Posted By alaskadude

is 50 pounds a normal load for touring?

I am going on my first bike tour. It will be in Asia (Nepal, maybe India) I have been to this area many times, but this is the first time on a bike.
I have read many sites, and pared my gear down...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-15-14, 05:01 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,152
Posted By alaskadude

Oh, Yea? OK THat means you are as old as me. How...

Oh, Yea? OK THat means you are as old as me. How is it going? Any advise? I have never done this before. I AM bringing a tent and a TRANGIA stove (it burns Alcohol) I think my gear is going to weigh...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-15-14, 05:00 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,152
Posted By alaskadude

Oh, Yea? OK THat means you are as old as me. How...

Oh, Yea? OK THat means you are as old as me. How is it going? Any advise? I have never done this before. I AM bringing a tent and a TRANGIA stove (it burns Alcohol) I think my gear is going to weigh...
Forum: Touring
09-15-14, 11:51 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,712
Posted By alaskadude

406405 This is the LHT deluxe w/&S couplers....

406405
This is the LHT deluxe w/&S couplers. Ortlieb panniers. 22T front ring, 34 rear.Ready for Nepal!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-15-14, 11:48 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,152
Posted By alaskadude

56 year old guy headed on bike trip to Asia.

406403
I built this Surly LHT deluxe this summer (S&S couplers) and ortlieb panniers. I have been traveling in Asia (India Nepal) for a long time but this is the first time on a bike. Going solo.
Forum: Touring
09-15-14, 11:46 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,712
Posted By alaskadude

406402This is the LHT Deluxe with S&S couplers...

406402This is the LHT Deluxe with S&S couplers and Ortlieb panniers.
Forum: Touring
09-11-14, 07:47 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,712
Posted By alaskadude

Yea, man! I built my LHT with S&S couplers. I...

Yea, man! I built my LHT with S&S couplers. I built it myself. It was a really fun project to do. Im definatley lookin' at the troll with the S&S. If I like bike touring this winter, Im sure I can...
Forum: Touring
09-11-14, 07:44 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,712
Posted By alaskadude

Yes, I am still planning on bringing my tent....

Yes, I am still planning on bringing my tent. Many of the bike tourers I met last winter in Nepal depended only on Guest Houses, and so the tent might be a waste(?) I also am bringing a TRANGIA...
Forum: Touring
09-03-14, 08:34 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,059
Posted By alaskadude

Yes, good. I am flying in a month with my S&S...

Yes, good. I am flying in a month with my S&S equipped LHT. Ill just cut a box and call it good. The trip is 6 months in Asia. Ill get another box at the other end. Problem solved. Cool.
Forum: Touring
09-03-14, 08:30 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,059
Posted By alaskadude

OK, Now that is the second time I have seen the...

OK, Now that is the second time I have seen the cardboard box method. I will be touring in Asia, and dont want to deal with a storage problem. Ill do the cardboard box method
Forum: Touring
09-02-14, 01:45 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,712
Posted By alaskadude

Thanks. I took the pics with a film...

Thanks. I took the pics with a film camera-Olympus-and scanned them into my mac. I spend 6 months a year backpacking around Asia and Africa. Its pretty cheap. Last year I spent US $14 a day total,...
Forum: Touring
09-02-14, 01:39 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,712
Posted By alaskadude

bike touring in Nepal

Yea, well since Im new to bike touring, I thought Ide stick with a country I know well. Ill do pretty much that. Ill go to Phokara, although Ill probably go there on the bus(!) Then Ill branch out,...
Forum: Touring
09-01-14, 07:36 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,712
Posted By alaskadude

Now I am leaning heavily towards taking a small...

Now I am leaning heavily towards taking a small tent. I carried a North Face tent to Africa and wore it out I stayed in it so much. Then Karakoram/Pakistan trip I wore out another. A tent just opens...
Forum: Touring
09-01-14, 07:29 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,618
Posted By alaskadude

OK, I can see how you did that. Im having a...

OK, I can see how you did that. Im having a problem mounting the JANDD front rack to the LHT. It has S&S. ANyway, Ill try what you did with the spacers
Forum: Touring
08-31-14, 05:32 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,712
Posted By alaskadude

lawrencemorganphotography.zenfolio.com the...

lawrencemorganphotography.zenfolio.com
the above zenfolio account is some pictures.
Also you can google
Lawrence+Morgan+Nepal
or
Lawrence+Morgan+Alaska
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