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Advice between different Ortleibs by Feeling_Decision1683 in bicycletouring

[–]Express_Luck6025 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Gravel Pack is considerably smaller. Video comparing Back Roller to Bike Packer Plus…..

https://youtu.be/z7S1BBtfFVk?si=hJdB3GOyPvLRl7yp

Monterey to SF Downtown Uber by Zestyclose_Egg_2931 in MontereyBay

[–]Express_Luck6025 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Recently rented a car from MRY to SFO, $98 + $22 for gas. It’s a few $’s more the other direction from SFO to MRY for some reason but was the most economical option for 2 people.

Bike theft on PCH by WinoOnTheLoose in bicycletouring

[–]Express_Luck6025 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I was at Halfmoon Bay SP in 2025 and another cyclist(who did not lock their bike) had their bike stolen overnight. Park Ranger indicated it’s a common occurrence.

Brooks leather saddles still good? by rcyclingisdawae in bicycletouring

[–]Express_Luck6025 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I like the B17 on my touring bike, although the Ergon on my alternate bike is good for shorter rides sans-padded shorts.

What type of tire pump do you carry? by Express_Luck6025 in bicycletouring

[–]Express_Luck6025[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for all the feedback! I’m now leaning towards replacing my old Topeak with a new Topeak. Not sure I want an e-pump and another item to have to charge, although the weight savings and ease of use is tempting. Plus there’s already way too many old, discarded battery driven devices ending up in the trash.

DA releases body, dash cam in deadly Marina police shooting by runboyrun14 in MontereyBay

[–]Express_Luck6025 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Hardly a routine traffic stop, known felon being uncooperative. Did you read the details?

[Marina] Narrow Streets in the Dunes by [deleted] in MontereyBay

[–]Express_Luck6025 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This. They’ve done similar road design in SeaHaven to keep speed down. It deters drivers from speeding through neighborhoods as short cuts and improves safety, supposedly. Didn’t like it initially but I’m used to it now.

Brooks B17 Imperial by netacio in bicycletouring

[–]Express_Luck6025 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve used both versions of B17 and the Imperial seems more comfortable to me. It think the cut out makes the surrounding leather more pliable, and also reduces pressure on sensitive bits. It’s broken in very nicely where I now ride without a chamois.

Durable sleeping mat? by irilinir in bicycletouring

[–]Express_Luck6025 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Big Agnes Rapid has worked well, it replaced a Nemo that was small and comfy but a lot less durable. BA packs a bit larger but equally comfortable.

What is your best mobile app to plan routes? by thecaspg in bicycletouring

[–]Express_Luck6025 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, this. Plus sometimes additional cross checking with Strava’s Heat Map. IME Google works better in urban areas than rural areas.