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Hi! My wife and I are heading to Colorado for 2-weeks in mid August. We're thinking of sticking around the Gunnison region and are wondering if there are any routes that people reccomend above others? We're thinking of doing a few easier shorter routes to aclimate to the altitude (suprisingly Minnesota is not know for it's high alpine persuits) and then 1-2 longer/more challenging routes. Also any reccomendations for food, accomidation, etc. would be greatly appriciated. Thanks!
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I'm currently plotting a 3 month long trip through the UK - hitting as much off-road as I possibly can. I have a question about byways/footpaths/bridleways. I've done a bit of Googling and it appears that there's mixed opinions on bikes on "public footpaths" even though the official word is "if it's a yellow arrow, stay away". Given the proliferation of these, and the beautiful places they lead, it's very tempting to chance it - but I'm interested to hear what UK bikepackers experiences are of this. Should I avoid them when planning, or see what it looks like when I get there?
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I'm going for Tian Shan traverse this August and can't decide on sleeping bag. Do you think a +4C comfort rating (cumulus liteline 300) will be enough? I have some warmer but bulkier bags or could combine it with a quilt, but maybe +4c and sleeping in puffy jacket and pants will be just ok to be on the safe side? Thx
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Does anyone know if a direct-to-cell satellite plan (through T-Mobile in the USA or Rogers in Canada) will be any easier to pause (for months that you don't need it) than other satellite (Iridium) plans from Garmin, Spot, ACR, etc?
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Hiking shoes for bikepacking. We're planning a 6-week cycling trip to New Zealand with my partner. Up to now, we've always done our bikepacking trips with clipless shoes and a pair of light mesh shoes for the evening. In order to be able to enjoy the natural beauty of NZ that is not accessible by bike, this time we plan to ride on flat pedals with low trail/hiking/approach shoes and a pair of Bedrocks for the camp or when it's hot while pedaling. Do you have a tip for a shoe with a sole that's stiff enough for pedaling, offers enough grip for hiking, is still comfortable and doesn't take 3 days to dry out in the rain? Thanks for your advice!
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What is the easiest to figure out and use, the Garmin, Edge 1050, or 840? Disclaimer…I’m an old fart that is struggling with this new technology. I have an 840 but would upgrade if the learning curve was shorter!
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Cowichan Valley 8 Victoria, BC. I should have a chance to ride this loop on short notice, (in 2 weeks). Can I primitive camp or do I need a reservation at a park? Do I need a bear canisters? Thanks Doug
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Post ride footwear. I'm looking for an alternative to thongs or crocs which packs down light. Also when you might need to grab dinner somewhere on the journey and thongs won't cut it.
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How do I upgrade the Salsa Cutthroat (pre UDH) to a 180mm rotor front and rear? I have found this blog post (https://hikebikecake.com/salsa-cutthroat-build-brakes/) and a commenter asked about upgrading their SRAM brakes. The correct part number seems to be this one: 160 00.5318.018.001 The rear already has an adapter mounted. Do I just turn it around and buy one for the front? Does the Shimano Adapter not work with the SRAM calipers? In my naive mind I just have to space out the caliper 20mm farther away from the frame or what am I missing that there are SRAM and Shimano specific adapters? Are the bolts supplied with the Adapters or do I just take the framebolts? Appreciate your help for preparing that bike for TransGermany this weekend
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Later this year I’m looking to change things up a bit. Instead of doing the usual point A to point B ride with little consideration as to the time or miles traveled. I’m looking at doing a ride where time and distance are a priority. Yes, it is a race, but one that has more of a focus on making new acquaintances, seeing the country from a bike while pushing miles. My question is, it’ll be a multi 2-4 day ride. Tent, time consuming, good weather, is it worth the time, weight and effort? This question has a lot of variables, but considering that fortune is smiling on us all things will be good! Thanks…
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This question is for anyone, but also hoping Miles will respond. Does central/northern British Columbia (maybe even south/west Yukon) have any potential for a Cass Gilbert or Ryan Wilson style explora-tour? It seems like a route could run through the interior plateau with endless side trips. Are there not enough dirt roads? Not enough resupplies? Land access? Logging trucks? Too many mosquitos? Thanks kindly for any thoughts :)
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Hi guys, I ride a KONA Sutra Ltd. 2024. After my last tour in the Allgäu, Bavaria with some high mountains, I decided that I really need a more mountain-friendly gear ratio. I would really like this GARBARUK cassette with 11-50. So... do any of you ride this cassette on the Kona Sutra Ultd or Ltd 2024? And what else have you changed... (rear derailleur, freewheel? -> originally it's a Shimano HG) Thanks & regards Alex
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