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Routes / Southernn Tier December - January

« on: December 19, 2008, 10:55:21 pm »

I'd worry about March thru June in Arizona, New Mexico and Texas.  Really heavy winds can drive you out of your mind and create very dusty, dangerous conditions.  October thru February are very good times in the desert with occasional cold fronts that can drop temperatures.  If you follow the route as it goes through Eastern Arizona and Western New Mexico, you'll hit a couple of high passes and may encounter some cold and snow.  For the most part, it is wonderful cycling weather those times of year.

Good luck!

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General Discussion / Question Regarding Wheel Strength

« on: December 17, 2008, 06:03:51 pm »

This is a Trek 930 I found new in its box last year.  It is a 1995 model.  It has Matrix Singletrack Pros with STX hubs.  I've ridden it as a commuter and some trail riding and both wheels have remained true so far.  

I'm considering changing my chainrings to BioPace too.  I read they are better for the knees.

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General Discussion / Question Regarding Wheel Strength

« on: December 14, 2008, 11:54:24 pm »

I've come across a nice Trek 930 and am preparing for some short trips around the area where I live.  I have purchased a trailer that hooks to an elongated skewer on my back wheel.  The trailer holds 70 pounds.  I weigh 260.  The bike has 32 spoke wheels.  If the majority of my weight is on my trailer, are my wheels strong enough to handle the load?

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