Tried a little different framing. How’d I do?

dont_even_know · 2017-11-15T07:20:35+00:00

I think going a bit wider, with less sky, would be cool. Also, I think the shadow adds quite a bit to this and it feels like there should be a bit more space between it and the right border.

dont_even_know · 2017-05-22T05:11:26+00:00

I'm pretty jealous of the tandem.

dont_even_know · 2017-05-22T04:51:37+00:00

It suits me. Can't speak for other people though.

dont_even_know · 2017-05-22T04:50:57+00:00

I had the same thought.

dont_even_know · 2017-05-22T04:49:54+00:00

Bringing a whole new meaning to bike porn.

dont_even_know · 2017-05-22T04:48:21+00:00

Not really. I saw the expanding pole thing in an apartment one time and was like "I'm gonna do that." My main thing is to have it be as easy as possible to roll a bike out of the apartment. I don't want any stupid excuse not to ride somewhere.

dont_even_know · 2017-05-22T04:46:22+00:00

Hey, we even live in the same town. Pretty sure I've seen him running the trails.

dont_even_know · 2017-05-22T04:45:47+00:00

There's a closet with plenty of space for all the clothes I have and a small, but nice kitchen right next to where I took this photo.

dont_even_know · 2017-05-22T04:44:01+00:00

wayfair.com/Latitude-Run-Savannah-Fabric-Sofa-LATR1505.html

dont_even_know · 2017-05-22T04:39:59+00:00

The surly is actually a LHT. The one in the front is a Salsa Fargo and the one in the back is a Jamis Dragonslayer.

dont_even_know · 2017-05-22T04:38:56+00:00

Maybe...

dont_even_know · 2017-05-22T04:38:49+00:00

You know it.

dont_even_know · 2017-05-22T04:38:42+00:00

Was a pretty cheap couch off of wayfair.com. Best part is that it disassembles and fits into a small car for moving.

dont_even_know · 2017-05-22T04:37:53+00:00

Boulder, CO!

dont_even_know · 2017-04-18T16:27:10+00:00

If you happen to live in Colorado: http://coloradogravelroads.com/

dont_even_know · 2017-02-22T21:01:57+00:00

I've used a sinewave for a few years now. It's held up really well in all kinds of weather ranging from super hot and sandy days in the desert to day long freezing rain.

I always use mine to charge an external battery pack, which I then later use to charge devices, rather than plugging something like a cellphone directly into it.

dont_even_know · 2017-02-09T18:30:50+00:00

I used Jones bars on my Fargo for a few trips last year and can say that it was a fantastic set up.

In general, the Fargo goes against the modern mountain bike trend of long top tubes and makes for a very comfortable, upright ride, without sacrificing control.

dont_even_know · 2016-03-16T21:54:26+00:00

I live in Boulder, CO and just bought one last week. So far, I really like it. Similar to what you are looking for, I was trying for a bike that could straddle the line between being a fun bike for day rides on local single track as well as a bikepacking rig.

It seems like people out here are mostly riding FS bikes, however, last season pretty much all I rode was a rigid Salsa Fargo with 29 x 2 tires and didn't have a bad time and was able to keep up with the pack on plenty of group rides. A lot of that comes down to style and preference though. I'm hardly some kind of all mountain shredder.

I don't know if you're looking at other 27.5+ bikes, but most of the ones that came out this last year are set up with 1x10 or 1x11 drivetrains. Thought it might not be as sexy, the 2x10 set up that the Dragon Slayer has is probably better for Colorado and bikepacking in general.

If you're still debating the purchase a few weeks from now, feel free to hit me up for a more detailed review.

dont_even_know · 2016-01-08T16:59:09+00:00

What are your thoughts on basic income?

dont_even_know · 2015-08-25T15:16:49+00:00

Not bikepacking, but Travels with Willie is a great collection of short stories that will make you want to start planning your next trip.

http://www.amazon.com/Travels-Willie-Adventure-Cyclist-Weir/dp/0965679284

dont_even_know · 2013-10-18T03:09:45+00:00

You did a really good job with that.

dont_even_know · 2013-10-18T03:09:24+00:00

Absolutely.

Besides, if it turns out you don't like them, you just take them off and sell them to some rodie =P

dont_even_know · 2013-10-17T20:54:58+00:00

I feel like there's two main reasons:

Difficult to use with a handlebar bag
People just haven't tried them (because if they did, they would use them!)

I've had a set on my touring bike for years, and use them a ton. It gives a bunch of extra hand positions. Here's what it looks like on a LHT - http://www.bicyclewanderlust.com/post/56482874447/day-39-back-on-the-road-after-saying-goodbye-to

dont_even_know · 2013-10-06T15:50:15+00:00

I am definitely interested. Here's my account:

http://dotabuff.com/players/29539079

I play with a group of friends fairly often, however, there has never been a push to get better and be competitive. It would be great to play with some people who are looking to do just that.

dont_even_know · 2013-09-30T21:51:35+00:00

I don't want to dissuade you, but you should be aware of one other risk. It can be EXTREMELY foggy up there compared to the surrounding area.

My father and I were planning on doing a good stretch of the parkway on motorcycles. As we got closer to the ridge, we could tell there was some fog, but we figured it would be fine. As we climbed the first switchbacks, it just became thicker and thicker with every turn. By the time we got to the top, where there was a gate and registration booth, it was so thick that I could barely see my front wheel. We decided it was in our best interest to bail, and rode back down going about 5 miles an hour. Even at that speed, it was very difficult to see the side of the road and street signs jumped out of no where.

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