tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-903187206879472870.post9194247194247114769..comments2024-02-21T02:15:07.342-08:00Comments on Ultralight bicycle touring: Quick overviewiikhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08044746367328550812noreply@blogger.comBlogger16125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-903187206879472870.post-14615829059782437972017-12-10T08:38:37.410-08:002017-12-10T08:38:37.410-08:00I had some issues myself, my achilles tendons are ...I had some issues myself, my achilles tendons are bit shorter than usual and I experienced some pain if I wore them too often. In fact I have to be careful and warm up my tendons before I do any outdoor activity.Eric F.https://catchdouble.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-903187206879472870.post-35173763039194570652017-03-01T00:04:05.737-08:002017-03-01T00:04:05.737-08:00It's hard to make generalisations. Sometimes n...It's hard to make generalisations. Sometimes no flats in 3000 km, on one tour 8 flats in 2000 km. I'd say the thicker the tire casing, less flats. Quite logically. iikhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08044746367328550812noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-903187206879472870.post-58188163315889570952017-02-15T07:02:57.680-08:002017-02-15T07:02:57.680-08:00Hi iik,
how do you get by in these developing cou...Hi iik,<br /><br />how do you get by in these developing countries with 700c wheels? How often do you get flats / need to replace parts for your bike?<br /><br />Thanks.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15446452571118258770noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-903187206879472870.post-43916321657667260782015-08-17T04:05:52.406-07:002015-08-17T04:05:52.406-07:00Transfagarasan would be my choice.Transfagarasan would be my choice.iikhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08044746367328550812noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-903187206879472870.post-53148092896582070892015-08-13T01:56:07.310-07:002015-08-13T01:56:07.310-07:00Hello Iik, I wanna pay a ride in Eastern Europe. B...Hello Iik, I wanna pay a ride in Eastern Europe. But i can't decide which one will be the best one for this area. will you please suggest?Peterhttp://mountainbikeez.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-903187206879472870.post-59028654777663823922015-06-20T13:09:47.000-07:002015-06-20T13:09:47.000-07:00thanksthanksAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06226529477627218382noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-903187206879472870.post-32922694957869482642014-02-26T10:17:07.248-08:002014-02-26T10:17:07.248-08:00I find flexible shoes can be a problem. They tend ...I find flexible shoes can be a problem. They tend to let the heel drop at the pedal and cause the tendon to be stretched resulting in soreness which can stop you cycling. Cycling shoes are stiff for a reason.Adenoughhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05040554722520342878noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-903187206879472870.post-12949105996507164462013-07-22T02:46:20.904-07:002013-07-22T02:46:20.904-07:00Yes. I dont see a bike have such eyelets any more...Yes. I dont see a bike have such eyelets any more.promocodes-4uhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16770956064709520422noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-903187206879472870.post-30049645695298191282013-07-10T23:57:49.890-07:002013-07-10T23:57:49.890-07:00Gregory,
I have Giant OCR3. That is a 2005 model, ...Gregory,<br />I have Giant OCR3. That is a 2005 model, I think it's now Defy range of Giant bikes. What I like most is that it has eyelets for the rear rack. Nowday's road bikes don't seem to have that any more.iikhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08044746367328550812noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-903187206879472870.post-32697952855236908202012-12-06T00:00:27.722-08:002012-12-06T00:00:27.722-08:00Leave the ultra-stiff cycling shoes at home and lo...Leave the ultra-stiff cycling shoes at home and look for a pair that has some flex in the toe for greater comfort and ease of walking. A good mountain Bicycle tour always has some walking. I enjoy your posts! Thank you!<br />cycling tourshttp://www.cyclingtoursaustralia.com.aunoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-903187206879472870.post-6220733500188192472011-08-11T08:26:31.714-07:002011-08-11T08:26:31.714-07:00I can recommend using lightweight trekking sandals...I can recommend using lightweight trekking sandals the kind that have velcro tops and and some front protection. Something like this:<br />http://www.teva-nl.com/mens-omnium-outdoor-water-sport-sandals-nl/6148,nl_NL,pd.html?dwvar_6148_color=BNGC&start=2&cgid=men-sandals-light-hiking<br />They keep my feet cool in hot weather, dont get mushy / slippery in the rain and paired with some cycling socks are comfortable for walking and day long cycling. Of course they generally weigh less than shoes.bhanuhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08691281924795059731noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-903187206879472870.post-77246773336582392212011-02-01T14:32:01.939-08:002011-02-01T14:32:01.939-08:00They're 127g each, without the front reflector...They're 127g each, without the front reflector and without the toe clip. They have proper bearings inside, I think, cost £9 and have stood up fine to general commuting use. The metal touring-style pedals that came with my bike were 200g each. I prefer the MTFT for the weight but also as it has quite a nice flat surface. If only I could drop 150g every time I spent £9!<br /><br />http://www.wiggle.co.uk/mks-mt-ft-commuter-pedals/?&source=MaxiFeed&id=5360043862tomhttp://tom.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-903187206879472870.post-51099036912730867222011-02-01T03:27:28.249-08:002011-02-01T03:27:28.249-08:00Tom,
The CPR-9 (Ritchey) tool looks great!
What&...Tom, <br />The CPR-9 (Ritchey) tool looks great! <br />What's the weight of those pedals?iikhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08044746367328550812noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-903187206879472870.post-83690005021972668842011-01-31T18:00:40.412-08:002011-01-31T18:00:40.412-08:00Re separate tools being lighter, maybe the Topeak ...Re separate tools being lighter, maybe the Topeak cpr-9 (£7, link below) saves a bit of weight. It has the 2,3,4,5,6 allen keys, flat screwdriver, some sort of spoke wrench, bottle opener. Sure looks awkward to use but only 25g and very cheap, possibly a cheap way to drop 40g or so! <br /><br />I use (cheap, v light) mks mtft pedals which have a 5 or 6 mm allen keyhole in them, so hope to skip the pedal spanner too. On my novice-level distances, I'm hoping the pedals won't get too jammed on.<br /><br />http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=47606tomhttp://tom.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-903187206879472870.post-74407345903525171602010-12-28T03:22:53.362-08:002010-12-28T03:22:53.362-08:00Well I tour on (kind of) a road bike, so I don'...Well I tour on (kind of) a road bike, so I don't think it's an issue - well, unless you have much luggage. Maybe put just a bit wider tires, 25mm or even 28mm, and you should be ok.iikhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08044746367328550812noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-903187206879472870.post-71407194175699355122010-12-24T08:57:45.093-08:002010-12-24T08:57:45.093-08:00Hey iik, I'm planning a tour around western Eu...Hey iik, I'm planning a tour around western Europe, hopefully for a long period of time but would like to venture into eastern Europe and further but the only snag I have is my bike. I own a road bike and I'm not sure if going that far east is possible without getting punctures and bending my bike beyond repair. Is it worthwhile investing in a touring bike or do you not find it a massive issue using a road bike?<br /><br />Thanks in advanceAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com