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    Packing lists

    My standard list for a typical 4 - 10 day bushtrack tour is something like this: Tools 6” shifting spanner pliers 2 tyre levers Topeak...
    Post by: petesig, May 30, 2006 in forum: Touring and recreational cycling
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    Rocky Moutain Sherpa Touring Bike

    My understanding is that slant top tubes were brought in first for MTBs. They began around 1993, when I fist bought my Giant Sedona. It has a...
    Post by: petesig, May 28, 2006 in forum: Touring and recreational cycling
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    Kickstand?

    I'm glad you're happy. My alloy kickstand weighs less than a kilogram. When I'm touring I can be carrying 25-30kg, so that half kg kickstand is...
    Post by: petesig, May 28, 2006 in forum: Touring and recreational cycling
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    Laptop on a commuter bike?

    Don't know whether my laptop's sensitive or not - haven't asked it ;) It's just a standard IBM Thinkpad. Or do you mean yours is sensitive as in...
    Post by: petesig, May 27, 2006 in forum: Commuting and Road Safety
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    Touring outback Australia

    Generally you should be able to get through this route carrying enough gear and water using front & rear panniers, handlebar bag and racktop sack....
    Post by: petesig, May 27, 2006 in forum: Touring and recreational cycling
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    Kickstand?

    Yes I do find a kickstand very helpful on a tour, and for general commuting, parking etc. It is very handy when packing your bags on the bike. Get...
    Post by: petesig, May 27, 2006 in forum: Touring and recreational cycling
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    saddle opinions, all leather?

    Yes they are a bit heavy. But it's, what, 300g heavier? Is this really going to stop you on the hills? Hey you're kidding. They look real cool!...
    Post by: petesig, May 27, 2006 in forum: The Bike Cafe
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