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Gear Talk / rear cassette

« on: August 27, 2005, 07:07:01 pm »

I'm planning a southern tier adventure mid October (w to e). What experiences have you had removing the rear cassette? Is there a suggestion on how to do it "on the road" wihout bringing along a large wrench for holding down the cassette. I managed to rig something in my basement, but not sure if this will be possible in the middle of nowhere.
Thanks,
Pam

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Gear Talk / pannier advice

« on: August 05, 2005, 09:29:17 pm »

Regarding waterproof panniers--I've always found that lining the panniers w/ a plastic bag (heavy duty) works like a charm. I've been doing it for about 20 years. However, I've just purchased rain covers (maybe a month ago) so we'll see how that goes!

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Gear Talk / gear help

« on: May 10, 2005, 05:43:26 pm »

any suggestions on mini speakers that an MP3 can hook up to?
Thanx,
Pam

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Gear Talk / Anyone name their bike?

« on: May 10, 2005, 05:41:08 pm »

Hi-
Tell me about mini speakers, how much do they weigh and can an MP3 player be plugged in.
Thanx,
Pam

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Routes / southern tier

« on: May 12, 2005, 07:55:01 pm »

Mike-
I started to do some research, but had to actually attend to my real job. Will finish over the weekend.
But concerning Florida, where are you bking? We went from Jacksonviile to Orlando (we actually planned to go all the way to Ft. Myers, but had to leave early) this past December. We used the AC maps exclusively. Let me know if I can share anything or there is any overlap with your planned jourey.
Pam

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Routes / southern tier

« on: May 12, 2005, 02:29:09 pm »

Thanks Mike. I am familiar with your book (not the content, but the title!). It hadn't occurred to me that part of your journey might be the segment i am interested in. I'll buy your book (shameless plugs work!) Also thanks for the Disney-to-Disney tip.
Pam

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Routes / southern tier

« on: May 11, 2005, 12:52:41 pm »

one more question! Does anyone know of a book chronicling the southern tier ride in the US-- a sort of companion to adventure cycling maps? I know there are a few for trans-am and great divide, but i haven't come across a "personal account" book for southern.
Thanx,
Pam

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Routes / southern tier

« on: May 10, 2005, 05:21:31 pm »

no, I was referring to the San Diego-St. Augustine ride. Any hints?

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Routes / southern tier

« on: May 10, 2005, 12:32:05 pm »

I'm planning on doing the southern tier (west to east?) o/a October 1. Any tips, advice, experiences welcme.
Thanks,
Pamelaw

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General Discussion / Establish website or not?

« on: August 25, 2005, 06:24:47 pm »

Now you have me thinking about just doing the electronic notes and photos. I really wasn't thinking of the website for storage, just so that friends and family could occasionally "check in." But maybe I'm better off sending e-mails (w/ or w/o pix) as the occasions arise.

I did read crazyguyonabike 's book. It did look like he had an awful lot of electronics with him. What do you carry? And when are you planning on leaving San Diego?
Pam

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General Discussion / Establish website or not?

« on: August 22, 2005, 09:32:02 pm »

My husband and I plan on doing the southern tier (w to e) starting in October. I plan on taking lots of photos and writing a journal (have figured out all that technology). But since we'll be gone for a few months I'd like to keep in touch with friends/family--more than the occasional phonecall or e-mail.
Is it worth setting up a website to keep folks posted of progress with photos? I have a cell phone, palm pilot with folding keyboard and a very small digital camera. I suppose there will be internet cafes available every week or so. What's been your experience and how do I go about this?
Thanks,
Pam