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Forum: Touring
05-16-22, 07:53 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 3,660
Posted By imi

Yes, something magical happens after 10 days to 2...

Yes, something magical happens after 10 days to 2 weeks when your ”touring legs” kick in 😊

I ride in the drops in headwinds, or when really bombing along for fun. I think I can put out more power...
Forum: Touring
05-03-22, 05:18 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 325
Posted By imi

Check out the Bianchi Volpe Classic

Check out the Bianchi Volpe Classic
Forum: Touring
04-27-22, 10:43 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,496
Posted By imi

I can’t imagine ever riding such a monstrosity. ...

I can’t imagine ever riding such a monstrosity.
Selle Italia ”genuine gel” saddles suit me perfectly and I don’t even wear padded shorts.
Forum: Touring
04-26-22, 09:32 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 1,665
Posted By imi

As to elevation, I just look how squiggly the...

As to elevation, I just look how squiggly the route is, which usually means slow squiggly up and fast squiggly down 😆
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-21-22, 12:20 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 650
Posted By imi

Are Mavic A719 regarded as ”tanks”. I...

Are Mavic A719 regarded as ”tanks”.

I believe the somewhat cheaper A319 is heavier
Forum: Touring
04-14-22, 12:13 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,164
Posted By imi

FWIW Gator Hardshells 32mm, fast and tough. ...

FWIW Gator Hardshells 32mm, fast and tough.

Some find them too harsh, but I like to feel the road.

As to replacing tires, I’ll start a long tour with new tires and put the old ones on my...
Forum: Touring
04-06-22, 02:16 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,404
Posted By imi

When I was a kid we had single speeds, then...

When I was a kid we had single speeds, then 3-speed sturmey-archer which was a dream. Since then going through 5, 10, 12, 14, 16, 24… it just got better and better. Now I have 30 gears on my touring...
Forum: Touring
04-05-22, 10:21 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,155
Posted By imi

Thanks for the tip. I read the description:...

Thanks for the tip. I read the description: ”Container insertion/ejection method: push and turn (half rotation). ;Gas type: Iwatani Cassette Gas Junior, Iwatani Cassette Gas, Iwatani Cassette Gas...
Forum: Touring
04-04-22, 11:31 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,155
Posted By imi

^^^ :roflmao2:hah! Hadn’t heard that one!:beer:...

^^^ :roflmao2:hah! Hadn’t heard that one!:beer: dgodave
Forum: Touring
04-04-22, 12:22 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,155
Posted By imi

Huh? But having a stove with the wrong kind of...

Huh? But having a stove with the wrong kind of valve for available cartridges kind of sucks too, neh? 😉
Forum: Touring
04-04-22, 11:11 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,155
Posted By imi

🙏Thanks!

🙏Thanks!
Forum: Touring
04-04-22, 12:42 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,621
Posted By imi

As this seems to be resolved, I’ll go a bit...

As this seems to be resolved, I’ll go a bit off-topic and ask if people have had to adjust their riding style to accomodate a frame bag? Do your knees/thighs not bump or chafe on the bag?
Forum: Touring
04-04-22, 12:33 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,155
Posted By imi

Hi, I’m planning on touring Japan hopefully in...

Hi, I’m planning on touring Japan hopefully in late summer/early autumn.
Can anyone recommend which type of cartridge gas is most readily available?

I have screw on valve (primus), one click...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-24-22, 01:09 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,317
Posted By imi

I compare loaded to unloaded touring by...

I compare loaded to unloaded touring by converting m/h to km/h, so if you can comfortably ride 100 miles/day unloaded, that would be 100 km/day fully loaded.

If you are a very fit rider with...
Forum: Touring
03-23-22, 07:59 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 4,946
Posted By imi

^^^ good stories, and good points 👍

^^^ good stories, and good points 👍
Forum: Touring
03-20-22, 02:25 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,977
Posted By imi

I have a pair of goretex socks that I save for...

I have a pair of goretex socks that I save for camp.
Feet will get wet riding even with waterproof socks, so I wear dog poo bags over regular socks mainly for warmth.

Rolled up balls of newspaper...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-18-22, 01:52 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 1,685
Posted By imi

I’m a sound engineer. If you’re going to wear...

I’m a sound engineer. If you’re going to wear earplugs for hours a day, I would strongly recommend investing in custom moulded ones. -9 dB filter works great for most situations. Expensive, but your...
Forum: Touring
03-17-22, 08:46 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,230
Posted By imi

I’ve carried a Topeak Road Morph with gauge on...

I’ve carried a Topeak Road Morph with gauge on tour for many years. Works well.

I’ve got a Mini morph with gauge as it fits in my commuter bag. TBH I’d be fine carrying it on tour as well. Thanks...
Forum: Touring
03-15-22, 10:09 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,324
Posted By imi

I’ve had that at the beginning of a tour. An...

I’ve had that at the beginning of a tour.
An elastic foot/ankle bandage to restrict movement and ibuprofen can work wonders.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-14-22, 01:11 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 2,094
Posted By imi

Just messing! It’s all good 👍

Just messing! It’s all good 👍
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-14-22, 01:18 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 2,094
Posted By imi

If that’s the case, it is a fantastic engineering...

If that’s the case, it is a fantastic engineering choice. Not everybody is an expert at everything… even those who think they are :roflmao2:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-12-22, 01:55 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 2,094
Posted By imi

This thread is of such utmost importance that I...

This thread is of such utmost importance that I will chime in.

If you have a problem with the nut coming loose, then just use TWO nuts, one as a locking nut.

Are there Nyloc nuts of the right...
Forum: Touring
03-09-22, 11:54 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 287
Posted By imi

I’ve ridden Spain’s northern coast. You’re...

I’ve ridden Spain’s northern coast. You’re basically going lengthwise through the Cantabrian range. Check out an elevation map.

Winds can be strong, coming from the north, south and west, so...
Forum: Touring
03-08-22, 02:01 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,848
Posted By imi

I pack differently depending on where and when...

I pack differently depending on where and when I’m touring.

Lightest:
In summer around the Mediterranean, a fairly thin sleeping bag and a sheet of plastic (as groundsheet and rain covering). No...
Forum: Touring
03-07-22, 08:20 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 637
Posted By imi

Another way to do it if there’s a store you can...

Another way to do it if there’s a store you can visit, is to take all your gear to the store and see which bag it’ll fit into.
Forum: Touring
03-06-22, 01:21 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 5,541
Posted By imi

I think all you no-shave bearded neaderthals are...

I think all you no-shave bearded neaderthals are forgetting the weight-weenie aspect. By bringing a razor you are actually shaving off weight every morning.

And don’t get me started on those...
Forum: Touring
02-25-22, 01:43 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 743
Posted By imi

These rear USB lights from Busch & Müller are...

These rear USB lights from Busch & Müller are great:

https://www.bike24.com/p2246776.html

I prefer AA/AAA batteries for touring and USB for commuting. If you have a power bank on tour it might...
Forum: Touring
02-22-22, 11:20 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 388
Posted By imi

In march, I would stay as far south in Portugal...

In march, I would stay as far south in Portugal as possible.

Check out some historic weather sites. I find wunderground good.
Forum: Touring
02-19-22, 02:04 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 6,056
Posted By imi

I’m hoping Japan will open its borders again. ...

I’m hoping Japan will open its borders again.
If not, it’ll be France, Spain, Portugal in September (as usual) 😊
Forum: Touring
02-19-22, 01:51 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,300
Posted By imi

I have cycled a number of EV routes in France,...

I have cycled a number of EV routes in France, including EV1 (Atlantic coast), EV 6 (Loire valley) and EV17 (along the Rhône which is, I believe the original EV route and very easy riding).

As...
Forum: Touring
02-19-22, 01:37 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 892
Posted By imi

Makes sense if you don’t use your drops. Same...

Makes sense if you don’t use your drops. Same position as in the hoods plus a wider straight bar for more control on rough paths.

The reach when using the straight bar would be a bit short, I...
Forum: Touring
12-09-21, 03:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,120
Posted By imi

I’m planning on Japan being my next tour, if and...

I’m planning on Japan being my next tour, if and when entry restrictions are lifted. Either april/may (south to north) or mid august/september (north to south), which I believe are good times to be...
Forum: Touring
11-17-21, 07:19 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 8,327
Posted By imi

This makes me sad. I’ll still find my spots...

This makes me sad.

I’ll still find my spots to lay my sleeping bag down on and sleep under the stars.

Maybe humanity will cause its own extinction leaving the Earth and the Wild to rejuvinate.
Forum: Touring
11-14-21, 08:07 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 8,327
Posted By imi

:lol: I think if you just bring your Yeti-Spray™...

:lol: I think if you just bring your Yeti-Spray™ you’ll be fine
Forum: Touring
11-13-21, 03:03 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 8,327
Posted By imi

About 8 hours of daylight in midwinter, although...

About 8 hours of daylight in midwinter, although there are penguins and polar bears.
Forum: Touring
11-12-21, 08:46 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 9,378
Posted By imi

I’ve never tried them, but top-tube bags and...

I’ve never tried them, but top-tube bags and frame bags would surely get in the way if you cycle ”knees in”, neh?
Forum: Touring
11-12-21, 07:27 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,155
Posted By imi

Skiing gloves, and if it gets really cold...

Skiing gloves, and if it gets really cold ice-climbing shell gloves on top of them.
Forum: Touring
11-11-21, 10:36 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 8,327
Posted By imi

Do you take a pee by the side of the road when...

Do you take a pee by the side of the road when touring? If I understand correctly, this is illegal in many states in the USA, and even a sexual offence in some.

It's not that I don't think the...
Forum: Touring
11-11-21, 09:52 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 8,327
Posted By imi

I find it so hard to understand what you mean....

I find it so hard to understand what you mean. What has wild camping to do with disrespecting people or nature?
Forum: Touring
11-11-21, 07:58 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 8,327
Posted By imi

Yes, I have never understood the "common sense"...

Yes, I have never understood the "common sense" of wild camping being illegal.
Forum: Touring
11-11-21, 07:16 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 8,327
Posted By imi

I wonder if this is referring to Sweden where it...

I wonder if this is referring to Sweden where it is legal to camp on private property without permission.

”In the Netherlands, wild camping is strictly forbidden and, unlike in other countries, it...
Forum: Touring
11-11-21, 05:52 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 8,327
Posted By imi

Wild camping may well be illegal… as well as...

Wild camping may well be illegal… as well as taking a pee by the side of the road.

This may be controversial (or lead to a good discussion), but I consider it a human birthright to sleep (and pee)...
Forum: Touring
11-04-21, 01:36 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 9,378
Posted By imi

Well, maybe not so relevant, but a few years ago...

Well, maybe not so relevant, but a few years ago while climbing the pyrenees in winter, a very, very hard headwind, lifted my (unloaded except for a handlebar bag) front wheel straight up and threw...
Forum: Touring
11-01-21, 09:30 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,030
Posted By imi

IME feet get wet eventually with overshoes,...

IME feet get wet eventually with overshoes, goretex socks etc, due to condensation, water running down your legs and (though I’m not sure of this) goretex letting water through when under the...
Forum: Touring
10-28-21, 07:59 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,612
Posted By imi

Cheers! 🙏 Anyone out there ridden 37mm...

Cheers! 🙏

Anyone out there ridden 37mm Mondials on ”really bad” roads or trails (washboard, sandy, stony etc)?
Forum: Touring
10-28-21, 03:58 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,612
Posted By imi

Thanks for all the responses. Good point djb...

Thanks for all the responses. Good point djb about different rims. I have Mavic A719's on my Volpe (2019 frame I believe)
The Continental 42mm tires might be pushing it, so I think I'll order a...
Forum: Touring
10-27-21, 07:46 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 9,378
Posted By imi

I carry a guitar on the rear as well. No problems...

I carry a guitar on the rear as well. No problems handling. For cold weather tours I have two front rollers for the extra volume.
Biggest hassle with four panniers is carrying them onto trains.

...
Forum: Touring
10-27-21, 07:31 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,612
Posted By imi

Volpe max tire width

Hi, I'm looking into an all round on/off road tire for my Volpe (non disc) bike. No fenders.
After measuring, I think a 40-42 mm tire might fit, but real world measurements don't always match specs....
Forum: Touring
07-28-21, 09:25 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,870
Posted By imi

Yes, I use them to hold regular water bottles as...

Yes, I use them to hold regular water bottles as well as a thinner 50 cl (PET) bottle with denatured alcohol under the down tube. They work fine.

I use the XL models for carrying 1,5 litre PET...
Forum: Touring
07-22-21, 12:05 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 845
Posted By imi

On their website it definitely looks like the...

On their website it definitely looks like the rack comes in black too... but is unavailable for order.
Maybe contact them and ask when they’ll be back in stock?
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