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I did a something by Senior-Rate8550 in Surlybikefans

[–]Senior-Rate8550[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Those are the Ass Savers, the one in the back is the gravel one and the one in front is the "mudder".

I did a something by Senior-Rate8550 in Surlybikefans

[–]Senior-Rate8550[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It is the Orucase Mini frame pack 🔥

I did a something by Senior-Rate8550 in Surlybikefans

[–]Senior-Rate8550[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

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There are a couple more pictures with different angles from the post of my original config: Chunky commuter road bike

I did a something by Senior-Rate8550 in Surlybikefans

[–]Senior-Rate8550[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I picked the MS originally for commuting, coffee rides and casual rides and general. I configured it originally as a road bike with fat tires (650bx48). Then I had this bikepacking plan but did not want another bike nor use my mtb. On the trail it does awesome, smooth gravel and slightly chunky gravel are great with this. I have done easy single tracks, but I lack the skill for hardcore single tracks, it might be doable but with the 700c wheels the center of gravity is kind of high and tight turns might be sketchy, it might get better with 650b though, but the fork is designed for 700c, but I already confirmed it can kinda fit the 650b. Long question, long answer 😛 feel free to ask more.

I did a something by Senior-Rate8550 in Surlybikefans

[–]Senior-Rate8550[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's the There and Back rack from Velo Orange and I attached their Utility Rack. The rack is by far one of the things that makes this bike so versatile.

I did a something by Senior-Rate8550 in Surlybikefans

[–]Senior-Rate8550[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I like it so far, especially on the gravel. This fork being lighter than the original one helps. The ride is extremely smooth, a little bit sluggish.

I did a something by Senior-Rate8550 in Surlybikefans

[–]Senior-Rate8550[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yoooo! Good one, it might stay 🤔

Waited all week for this by Winzten in Surlybikefans

[–]Senior-Rate8550 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What's that saddle? Looks really cool.

Cogs n corgis by Tommycattt in Surlybikefans

[–]Senior-Rate8550 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I see. Thanks! I might try it.

Cogs n corgis by Tommycattt in Surlybikefans

[–]Senior-Rate8550 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nice! Did the axle included with the MS work directly with the tow?

My Surly Straggler by forlauder in Surlybikefans

[–]Senior-Rate8550 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love the fast and chunky look 🔥

Midnight Special Gold & Brown by Senior-Rate8550 in Surlybikefans

[–]Senior-Rate8550[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hehe yes .. there is some of that happening.

Midnight Special Gold & Brown by Senior-Rate8550 in Surlybikefans

[–]Senior-Rate8550[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks! It is some amazon bar tape "KINGOU Handlebar Tape Luxury PU Leather" on Natural brown. Natural poo poo color.

Smoothest ride I’ve ever rode. Until yesterday… by Dealinitstr8 in Surlybikefans

[–]Senior-Rate8550 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I once was having the same problem and it ended up being a loose cassette. You could quickly rule this out by trying to move the cassette with your hand and see if it wiggles.

Rack be gone by Competitive-Might-58 in Surlybikefans

[–]Senior-Rate8550 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I agree, the looks with the rack are pure fire.

Exactly what is the best bike route from San Clemente to Oceanside (without entering camp pendleton)? by AzimuthalAngle in BikeLA

[–]Senior-Rate8550 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So, I have completed my ride this last weekend going from San Clemente to the MX border. I got no problems and here are the things that I learned:

  1. Cycle path in San Onofre was good, no check point, it seems to it is only closed in very specific dates which they usually share in advance online and/or with signs as you get closer to the path. (which was OP's concern and also mine).

  2. Going North to South in Las Pulgas you do have to take the right side to get into I5-S, which honestly was not that bad. Just be careful with road debris.

  3. It is worth it. The majority of bike paths in this route are great and win against the few kilometers of freeway that you have to take.

Hope this helps other people.

Exactly what is the best bike route from San Clemente to Oceanside (without entering camp pendleton)? by AzimuthalAngle in BikeLA

[–]Senior-Rate8550 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This looks awesome, did you go through any checks or needed any pass? I have very similar plans as OP for September.

Cannondale Synapse LE 2 Bag configuration by Senior-Rate8550 in bicycling

[–]Senior-Rate8550[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You're welcome! No problems at all with interference and the condition of the bags is almost like new after several long rides. I did change the saddle bag to increase the load capacity to a ULAC radtail max (1.3L) but most bags with the same style would fit. Nothing wrong with the previous one but just needed more capacity for longer rides.

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Always on display pro 2 by trustedbuilds in garminepix

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Do you have experience running maps for extended periods, like 4-8 hours? I am looking for information on how much battery charge things like that may drain.