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General Discussion / Re: A Good, Fullsize Folding Bike

« on: November 13, 2010, 12:05:00 pm »

 Check out the new "Surly Long Haul Trucker Deluxe" frame for 26" wheels that comes with S&S couplers. A great touring frame.
Best,
Carl in San Diego

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Gear Talk / Re: Cycling Sandals

« on: November 07, 2010, 12:34:40 pm »

 I bought a pair of "Nashbar" sandals made by Exustar. They are real comfy and easy to walk in with an arch support and healcup footbed as well as a good stiff cycling sole. The cleat mounting area of the sole is recessed enough that one can walk in them without the cleat hitting the ground. I like 'em alot.
Best,
Carl in San Diego

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Gear Talk / Re: Crossover pannier/backpack?

« on: November 05, 2010, 12:14:13 pm »

 You might try looking at <http://www.zpacks.com/backpacks.shtml> for one of the lightest backpacks availiable that you can just roll or fold it up to the size of a water bottle and stick it in a Pannier. Their backpacks are the real deal and carry loads of 20 to 30 lbs. but the packs only weigh 7 to 13 oz. I have an older "Z1" that is made out of Sil nylon and I am very comfortable taking it on treks carrying 19 lbs.
Best,
Carl in San Diego