canuckcarver Posted January 15, 2009 Report Share Posted January 15, 2009 anyone here do long distance cycling ? im looking for a something to attach to my seat post or rear forks for a bottle of hammer gel, or parts (i.e. tire/tools rain jacket) any sugestions? or how to mount things to keep it light?? i was looking a route im training for , looks like lots of open space and few rest areas Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KingCrimson Posted January 15, 2009 Report Share Posted January 15, 2009 I'm not partial to carrying crap on my bike, but I don't spend a lot of time doing long distance stuff. Sometimes an under saddle bag is just the ticket This oughtta hold everything except the rain jacket. Lucky your roadie tires and tubes are so small. Carrying folding 29er tires sucks! Edit: Oops sentence flow got ruined.. The rain jacket, I'm at a loss as to what to do. Wrap it around the top tube and tie it on? http://www.meijer.com/catalog/product.jsp?productId=123893 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dingbat Posted January 15, 2009 Report Share Posted January 15, 2009 Try cruising through the QBP Catalog. Some shops have it on line like this one. http://bethelcycle.com/page.cfm?PageID=271 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canuckcarver Posted January 15, 2009 Author Report Share Posted January 15, 2009 ya i dont like to carry much either but im going to try start doing some pretty good milage this year solo. the saddle bag might work ill have to see how much i cram into it. thanks for the link might just be the ticket. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KingCrimson Posted January 15, 2009 Report Share Posted January 15, 2009 Cycling down here is great. Never need to plan for a rain jacket. If you figure in 2 spare roadie tubes and a spare tire, a multi tool, 2 levers, and a patch kit, you'll definitely have space in a saddle bag. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canuckcarver Posted January 15, 2009 Author Report Share Posted January 15, 2009 ya im jelious of your weather. last year was brutal it was very cool and damp, i think there was a record amout of rainfall, we're do for some cali weather Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KingCrimson Posted January 15, 2009 Report Share Posted January 15, 2009 My grandparents in Brockville are telling me about how cold it is all the time and how they haven't been able to see out their windows all winter.. It's been 80+ the past few days here. 77 currently. Wasn't much warmer in the summer, but man it was a humid summer in Southern Ontario when I was up there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canuckcarver Posted January 15, 2009 Author Report Share Posted January 15, 2009 today was 20 below in the morning didnt really warm up much all day its always humid here in the summer for the most part, makes bike riding a pain , im consuming 6 liters of water or more on a ride i think thats 2 gal? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AaronG Posted January 16, 2009 Report Share Posted January 16, 2009 canuck, in addition to what KC said. These are things that I carry also: duct tape (wrap some around your seatpost). Tyvek pieces to patch cuts in tires with. If you aren't familiar with Tyvek, it looks like paper but doesn't tear, it's waterproof. The USPS uses this stuff on some of there overnight mailers. Tie wraps, you can fix alot of crap with tie wraps. One other thing that might come in handy is a large trash bag. Cut out arm and neck holes and you have a quick rain jacket. These items don't take up much room in the saddle bag and can make a miserable ride survivable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KingCrimson Posted January 16, 2009 Report Share Posted January 16, 2009 OVR, what's the ductape for? Same purpose as the Tyvek? Never torn a tire (knock on wood) but I always thought that dollar bills or mylar candy bar wrappers worked well. Pretty much the only thing my tubeless tires shouldn't seal too well are tears..Little bit nervous when I get going fast and get too much lateral force going. That sealant isn't saving my ass when the bead isn't seated. Good stuff though, my bike has been sitting since November (shoulder injury wasn't conducive to long distances, but the drop bars kinda helped, damn I love monstercross bikes) and the tires are still fully inflated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kent Posted January 16, 2009 Report Share Posted January 16, 2009 Before I respond....what do you consider long distance? Road or MTB? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Posted January 16, 2009 Report Share Posted January 16, 2009 anyone here do long distance cycling ? im looking for a something to attach to my seat post or rear forks for a bottle of hammer gel, or parts (i.e. tire/tools rain jacket) any sugestions? or how to mount things to keep it light?? i was looking a route im training for , looks like lots of open space and few rest areas An underseat bag will be fine for a snack, a spare tube, tire levers and patch kit (don't forget a credit card and $5 or $10 in emergency cash too), but you won't be able to get a jacket in there. I have a crappy Tyvek jacket (freebie from a ride, just a single layer of Tyvek with no lining) that's actually small enough to stuff into a jersey pocket. It's a tight fit, but it's workable. Knee warmers and arm warmers can be good in some weather conditions - they're not waterproof, but they do add significant warmth, and you can stash them in jersey pockets, or (for arm warmers) just push them down to your wrists when you get warmed up. It's hard to carry much though, so for me long distance biking (unless you're cycle touring) is pretty Spartan. It's a trip how far from home you can get on just a couple of granola bars and two bottles of water. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eajracing Posted January 16, 2009 Report Share Posted January 16, 2009 it was brutal... you'd have to go early morning and be off the bike no later than 9am. For long-distance - you can always go euro and cut the top off an old waterbottle (or bidon, if i'm going euro) and stuff all your crap in that if you need more space than a typical saddle bag offers. If you have no shame, or, are a triathelete by choice, you could always get one of those seatpost mounted waterbottle carriers and carry two bidons of equipment. I usually have room for two levers, keys, blackberry, tube and CO2 in my saddlebag. Have been known to stick bits of powerbar to my stem for longer rides - but usually call the wife and get her to come bring me food and new bottles. You should try one of those too. And for the tire repair - powerbar wrapper - the shiny metallic plastic stuff - great for sidewall tears (at least getting home - i wouldnt use it as a permanent fix). My experience with tyvek is usually for big environmental disaster cleanups, havent used it on my bike yet.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigdyno Posted January 16, 2009 Report Share Posted January 16, 2009 You might want to look at some of the Lowepro products, they have a bunch of camera bags for point and shoots that are reasonably priced, roomy, well built and usually have belt loops or something of the sort that you could hang from your seat. Any of the Henry's stores usually stock a fair assortment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canuckcarver Posted January 16, 2009 Author Report Share Posted January 16, 2009 Before I respond....what do you consider long distance?Road or MTB? road cycling i got a century planned for may 2-4 and id like to increase it all year till i can do a back to back centry or 320km by years end Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canuckcarver Posted January 16, 2009 Author Report Share Posted January 16, 2009 it was brutal... you'd have to go early morning and be off the bike no later than 9am.For long-distance - you can always go euro and cut the top off an old waterbottle (or bidon, if i'm going euro) and stuff all your crap in that if you need more space than a typical saddle bag offers. If you have no shame, or, are a triathelete by choice, you could always get one of those seatpost mounted waterbottle carriers and carry two bidons of equipment. I usually have room for two levers, keys, blackberry, tube and CO2 in my saddlebag. Have been known to stick bits of powerbar to my stem for longer rides - but usually call the wife and get her to come bring me food and new bottles. You should try one of those too. And for the tire repair - powerbar wrapper - the shiny metallic plastic stuff - great for sidewall tears (at least getting home - i wouldnt use it as a permanent fix). My experience with tyvek is usually for big environmental disaster cleanups, havent used it on my bike yet.... right now i got two bottles on the frame and i would ideally like to carry a CO2 bottle , tire, tools, i use a phone as an ipod , i think ill just buy a rain coat , and food. i wanted to carry a bottle of the gel stuff and mix as i need with the water and power bars they seemed to work well for me last year. those saddle bags i think will work. sounds like they hold quiet a bit thanks for the replys Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KingCrimson Posted January 16, 2009 Report Share Posted January 16, 2009 Yeah, you can usually cheeseball the rest of the stuff into your jersey if you have a problem. I like in the Tour when they get food bags, take what they want, and throw the rest aside. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Art Posted January 17, 2009 Report Share Posted January 17, 2009 No mention of a small Camelback? Extra water, enough room for all of the stuff you mentioned and its easy to carry. I know, traditionalists scoff at the thought of using one on the road, but if Im unsupported in the middle of no where i dont give a crap what anybody else thinks. Im not talking about Mule here, or a day pack. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigdyno Posted January 17, 2009 Report Share Posted January 17, 2009 Camelbak has a new model called the racebak that is a coolmax tank with a hump like pouch. Doesn't really fit the need of this thread, but it is a new minimalist solution for more liquid. There are a fair number of options and a few from MEC as well. I have a MEC that holds 3L and enough room for a couple of MTB tubes, levers, pump, patch kit and snacks. It is only 7"wx3"dx15"hand it sits quite nicely even when loaded. But I can't say I have ever riden 100 or 200 with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AaronG Posted January 17, 2009 Report Share Posted January 17, 2009 Canuck, quick question, will these centuries be an organized ride with many others trying for the triple digit?? are you doing metric century or the longer US century distance?? The reason I ask if it is organized is that most organized century rides have SAG vans that follow the riders around with spare parts, water, food and many other things that you might need while out on the ride. If it is organized not much reason to carry alot of stuff. Besides the SAG vans patrolling the route the organizers will provide food stops along the way, usually every 15-20 miles with lots of things to eat. If you are pounding the distance out solo than you will need to be self sufficient. I usually find when I am out riding and you need some water,most houses or small stores are more than willing to give you some water. You can also find a church with a spicket and get some water there. You can also use fast food locations, that way you can put a splash of coke in the bottle to give you a sugar boost. I fill up with the ice too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MUD Posted January 17, 2009 Report Share Posted January 17, 2009 I have always been a fan of randonneur gear...... But then again, I am kind of a dawdler. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canuckcarver Posted January 17, 2009 Author Report Share Posted January 17, 2009 Canuck, quick question, will these centuries be an organized ride with many others trying for the triple digit?? are you doing metric century or the longer US century distance??The reason I ask if it is organized is that most organized century rides have SAG vans that follow the riders around with spare parts, water, food and many other things that you might need while out on the ride. If it is organized not much reason to carry alot of stuff. Besides the SAG vans patrolling the route the organizers will provide food stops along the way, usually every 15-20 miles with lots of things to eat. If you are pounding the distance out solo than you will need to be self sufficient. I usually find when I am out riding and you need some water,most houses or small stores are more than willing to give you some water. You can also find a church with a spicket and get some water there. You can also use fast food locations, that way you can put a splash of coke in the bottle to give you a sugar boost. I fill up with the ice too. im going by US mesurement and im going solo, ive got an idea on route, i know of a few places i can stop, gas stations and convience stores , never even concidered churches. i just want to have the most that i can to be self sufficient. with out being to heavy. camelbacks i really dont like the idea of carrying any extra weight on my back. your stuck in so few postions anything starts to bother you over a few hours or so. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canuckcarver Posted January 17, 2009 Author Report Share Posted January 17, 2009 I have always been a fan of randonneur gear...... But then again, I am kind of a dawdler. wow a bag like that i could carry a 12 of beer and a picnic basket. move over energy bars here come the subs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jp1 Posted January 18, 2009 Report Share Posted January 18, 2009 canuckcarver, Try borrowing a friends Camelback to 'try' it. I felt the same way you do BEFORE trying one. Now seldom ride without it, even when I was training ( and yes it drives the Traditionalists crazy ) You may be surprised how un-noticable it is, and it certainly is nice to feel assured that you have whatever you need. If I had enough room under my jacket, I'd be using one while riding. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KingCrimson Posted January 18, 2009 Report Share Posted January 18, 2009 Several hardbooters down here use Camelbacks over their jackets. You haven't tried that? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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