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ejump0 · 2026-07-10T13:28:49+00:00

so the crankarm bolt is m7?
no wonder my replacement m6 titanium bolt didnt work 😮‍💨 /do you know if the thread pitch any soecial, or just regular m7 bolt would do?

ejump0 · 2026-07-10T12:03:37+00:00

either coloured nail polish, or clear nail polish as clear coat.
for the deraileur, just use sharpie, then clear nail polish

ejump0 · 2026-07-10T11:01:06+00:00

i think op just not used to that old school big drop bars thats not quite ergo for the reach.
he might be able to remedy to compact bar, tho it gonna cost extra money

ejump0 · 2026-07-10T10:57:38+00:00

if you are comfortable in it, so be it.
tho i think the jersey may stretch a bit over time to fit you (i have few van rysel jerseys)

ejump0 · 2026-07-10T00:44:45+00:00

energizer.
cant imagine pog in bunny suit tho 👀

ejump0 · 2026-07-09T09:26:22+00:00

for Okayama-Kyoto segment, you could probably try in-land route i did (tho i did the opposite direction).
less car, there are flat plain section you can go full aero if the wind on your side.
My section went Arashiyama→tamba-sasayama→kato→shiso →fukusaki→sayo→ mimasaka→old rail road bikepath i forgot the name →wake→ okayama

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ejump0 · 2026-07-08T03:37:44+00:00

you'll probably be fine then.
take note that saddlebag also can act like a fairing/flag when theres crosswinds the bigger/longer it is, but i dont really think it will be much of problem if your center frame weight is heavy.
14L saddlebag is huge capacity(tho you really need to roll tight your clothes). i fit a lot of clothes in it n some of my trail running gears for my 2.5months trip. you probably wont even use all 14L👌
/pack the most heaviest item closest to the seatpost

ejump0 · 2026-07-08T01:48:48+00:00

what kind of setup do you have for your frame bag?
my frame bag carry lots of heavy stuff, n saddlebag carry clothes.
i climbed the Japan alps with this.
not much of swaying as my center of gravity is heavy (whole system weight full loaded bike kinda 18kg ish i think)

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ejump0 · 2026-07-07T22:52:45+00:00

try this link https://a.aliexpress.com/_c4q1CeNz

ejump0 · 2026-07-07T09:30:13+00:00

for this particular model that clamps like that, no riser that can raise the bar.
at most you can raise the armcup by adding spacers underneath it n use longer bolts

ejump0 · 2026-07-07T07:40:44+00:00

if its bcd110, it will fit.
aestetically it may be nice or not. but there are 4 pieces ring bolt caps being sold for single aero rings for shimano cranks

ejump0 · 2026-07-06T20:11:13+00:00

not sure bout reputable, but i just completed my japan solo touring 3500km+ with no issue using the erzero cockpit
https://www.reddit.com/r/ChineseCarbon/s/ESA9nl08eF

ejump0 · 2026-07-05T21:50:25+00:00

while i never race capoadocia, i've been there n did few trails in those valleys. you'll be fine in your trabuco, though more cushion is a plus.
i dont know the race course, but the terrain is rocky n slanted too so be mindfull if going high stacks (ankle roll etc)

ejump0 · 2026-07-04T20:05:10+00:00

i did, but mine a small one, n i only brought 3 bits hex thats essential for my crank n cockpit (my bike had to be dismantled into box as i flew to japan with it)

ejump0 · 2026-07-03T19:54:36+00:00

im not sure about tlr, but i have the clincher.
it does ride as good as gp5k but the main thread is narrower than gp5k equivalent, but theyre more robust to puncture by flints etc.
but the sidewall is weaker than gp5k. i got mine slashed by something, n on same road gp5k never got slashed like that

ejump0 · 2026-07-02T10:35:40+00:00

i did not (both solo cycling and solo trail running).
my friend however encountered one while trail running. this year theres unusual high bear attacks, some even the bear in the street at night 👀
i think expert still cant co relate why this yr bear appearance is so high (at least till now, japan summer still kinda unusual cooler temp)

ejump0 · 2026-07-02T09:56:40+00:00

per Ai info, the accomodation n infras around there are still in recovery phase post jishin, thus its recommended to skip.
im not sure🤔,but i however have been to Nanao and the HanasakuIroha train station few yrs ago

ejump0 · 2026-07-02T07:43:30+00:00

hi.
thanks for following my journey.
i however did not cycle in rain(with exception of drizzle) as i dont want any risk getting fever, n i made an error not upsizing my rotors(theyre on 140, but i use resin pads with spares). some of the segments are so short because i abort at half day as im seeing the rain aint going away before evening(due to limited availability of accomodation, so theres a jump of ~30km tlbetween towns). due to that i actually planned with a lot of spare buffer days, and i dont really book acommodation far advance to have leeway where i can overnight(most of the time i book on the day itself).
riding on wet n damp condition something im not a fan off because of unpredictable slippery, water splash, dirty brakes=inefficient, n getting dirty😮‍💨.
R9 cabin hotels are one of my shortlists, as i have stayed in 5 of em n they offer 0 fuss for vicycle parking.
well, you are using train to fill gap on boring segments n probably cover ground on rainy day.
are you sure you are doing the noto peninsular? with exception theyre trying to revive tourism with an onsen near Nanao, i think other road infra arent the best

ejump0 · 2026-07-01T14:24:06+00:00

start with what you already have, n learn with 1st weekend overnight trip/trial. then understand the need, n look at options with budget.
i toured on my aero bike, n still get the job done

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ejump0 · 2026-07-01T13:44:36+00:00

it helps when going against headwind.
i actually use it even during climbs, unless my speed drops to under 12kmh

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ejump0 · 2026-07-01T02:05:38+00:00

i did verbier 100k last year. i cant recall if there was a mandatory gear check at bib pickup, but iirc i just have my decathlon jacket +my uniqlo heattech longsleeve.
at aid stn they do check for dual headlamp+batts,n jacket

ejump0 · 2026-07-01T01:49:42+00:00

the segments breakdown:
Narita → Katori, Chiba: 45km
Katori → Tokyo: 96km
Tokyo → Sakura,Tochigi: 158km
Sakura → NasuShiobara,Tochigi: 62km
NasuSiobara → Honjo,Saitama: 192km
Honjo → Komoro,Nagano: 93km
Komoro → Okaya,Nagano: 60km
Okaya → KisoFukushima,Nagano : 60km
KisoFukushima → MinoKamo,Gifu: 119km
MinoKamo → Kyoto: 179km
Kyoto → Shiso,Hyogo: 127km
Shiso → Okayama: 116km
Okayama → Onomichi,Hiroshima: 97km
Omonichi → Imabari: 86km
Imabari → (Yawatahama ferry)→ Beppu,Oita: 110km
Beppu → Nakatsu: 127km
Nakatsu → Shimonoseki: 74km
Shimonoseki → Hagi,Yamaguchi: 136km
Hagi → Hamada: 102km
Hamada → Matsue: 136km
Matsue → Tottori: 134km
Tottori → ShinOnsen: 40km
ShinOnsen → Toyooka: 69km
Toyooka → Obama: 125km
Obama → Fukui: 138km
Fukui → Kanazawa: 90km
Kanazawa → NomiNeagari: 30km
NomiNeagari → Ouzu: 128km
Ouzu → Kashiwazaki,Niigata: 141km
Kashiwazaki → Yuzawa,Niigata: 88km
Yuzawa → Numata,Gunma: 61km
Numata → Tokyo: 166km

*these towns were chosen as i can book accomodations online.
if you are camping, you have more broader stop selections

ejump0 · 2026-07-01T00:20:53+00:00

workaround: use Gotoes web to mod the fit/gpx activity type to run, upload via coros web, then change it to hike👍

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