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Forum: Route Info 05-10-2013, 09:18 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,856
Posted By RonC
I rode from Sisters to the pass and back last...

I rode from Sisters to the pass and back last Sunday and can happily report that there was no lake in the road on that side. Clear sailing and a beautiful day, but a wee bit windy at the top.
Forum: Route Info 12-05-2012, 11:36 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 80,199
Posted By RonC
Just for fun I checked Google Maps...

Just for fun I checked Google Maps recommendation, and they want you to take SE Lake to SE Harmony to SE Linwood north to the Springwater path. Head east on Springwater corridor, then North on...
Forum: Tips & Advice 12-03-2012, 12:02 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 13,432
Posted By RonC
Seattle's semi-famous bike blogger Kent Peterson...

Seattle's semi-famous bike blogger Kent Peterson has written rave reviews about Chain-L lube. (chain-l.com). I've not used it, but when my stash of Pro-Link Gold is gone, I may give it a try. Sounds...
Forum: Route Info 08-02-2012, 04:10 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,076
Posted By RonC
I actually prefer the Bald Mountain - Bible Creek...

I actually prefer the Bald Mountain - Bible Creek detour route that remains open. It's quite a bit more climbing, but no gravel section. Some of my friends who are less enthused about roads with the...
Forum: General Discussion 07-05-2012, 09:29 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,542
Posted By RonC
Canby Ferry Reminder

Just in case you're headed out that way, the bike toll is now in effect (As of 7/1/12). Don't forget your $2.00 per crossing!
Forum: Route Info 05-03-2012, 09:42 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,076
Posted By RonC
Hey, that's a nice mapping site! Thanks for...

Hey, that's a nice mapping site! Thanks for steering me there. I don't care it if has hills, as long as I'm mentally prepared for it. I've ridden the Grand Ronde cutoff before as part of a (longish...
Forum: Route Info 05-02-2012, 03:33 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,076
Posted By RonC
Thanks for posting this Jeff. I mapped it out on...

Thanks for posting this Jeff. I mapped it out on Google maps, and it's around 90 miles from Eugene to Reedsport. How does it compare climbing-wise with other routes over the coast range? Sounds...
Forum: General Discussion 04-19-2012, 03:59 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,163
Posted By RonC
Now that's funny. Thanks for offering up that...

Now that's funny. Thanks for offering up that insightful observation! If they just send someone out to tack-weld a shim on the curb side, so that the gap on the road side of the grate is kept to a...
Forum: General Discussion 04-18-2012, 09:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,408
Posted By RonC
Rack Mounting Brackets

This link might give you some other ideas on how to attach a rack.

http://www.bikebagshop.com/tubus-accessories-c-29.html
Forum: General Discussion 03-13-2012, 03:24 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,848
Posted By RonC
I found your description of the Granfalloon known...

I found your description of the Granfalloon known as "bike community" quite engaging. Thanks for making my day.:)
Forum: Route Info 02-17-2012, 07:10 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 10,715
Posted By RonC
There weren't many, maybe 10-15, so still a very...

There weren't many, maybe 10-15, so still a very quite route.
Forum: Notices & Feedback 01-31-2012, 02:53 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,534
Posted By RonC
Maybe K'Tesh's computer problem is caused by a...

Maybe K'Tesh's computer problem is caused by a bad kernal? :)
Forum: Notices & Feedback 01-31-2012, 12:05 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,534
Posted By RonC
Whoops. That's my generation! I should have...

Whoops. That's my generation! I should have remembered that, but when you get to be my age... ;)
Forum: Notices & Feedback 01-31-2012, 11:35 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,534
Posted By RonC
??? Walter Cronkite: "And that's the way it...

???

Walter Cronkite: "And that's the way it is..."

John Hodgman: "That is All"
(Reading his book now. Very silly - in a good way!)

That is all...:)
Forum: General Discussion 01-12-2012, 07:35 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 532
Posted By RonC
Good advice. Make sure the rim isn't cracked...

Good advice. Make sure the rim isn't cracked around the nipple holes too.
Forum: Tips & Advice 12-06-2011, 01:18 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 27,661
Posted By RonC
Basic?

I saw a 3-pack of LED flashlights at Costco the other day for around 15.00. 150 lumens, and they had a flashing mode also. That combined with a Twofish lockblock flashlight holder might be a low-cost...
Forum: Tips & Advice 12-05-2011, 11:02 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,494
Posted By RonC
Replace the Brake Cable

You might want to check for a partially broken frayed cable catching on an entry point into the cable housing. Just a broken strand or two might cause symptoms like you describe.
Forum: Route Info 11-23-2011, 11:26 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,020
Posted By RonC
Yes. I think you would need to take La View Dr....

Yes. I think you would need to take La View Dr. or Fulton Park Blvd. off of Terwilliger up to Corbett, then head south to Custer Way and turn right to link up with 5th. I need to explore this. Was...
Forum: Route Info 11-23-2011, 07:45 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,020
Posted By RonC
If you're comfortable in traffic, going down...

If you're comfortable in traffic, going down Taylor's Ferry should be OK. 40 MPH on the bike. Just don't tailgate. Car's can stop faster than bikes when it's wet. Coming up the hill you will want the...
Forum: All About the West Side 09-22-2011, 09:44 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,227
Posted By RonC
The really bad railroad crossing problem spot is...

The really bad railroad crossing problem spot is on Lower Boones Ferry Rd., across from the car wash just north of Dicks Sporting Goods. There are badly warped metal plates on either side of the...
Forum: Route Info 09-07-2011, 11:55 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 10,715
Posted By RonC
Jeff, the first road after the reservoir is...

Jeff, the first road after the reservoir is gravel. But the second and third roads after the reservoir are paved, at least where they intersect Nestucca River Road. The third road after the reservoir...
Forum: Route Info 09-04-2011, 05:59 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 10,715
Posted By RonC
The non-gravel route I've take is the third road...

The non-gravel route I've take is the third road past the reservoir on Google Maps. It's a sharp cutback uphill to the left, Identified on Google Maps as NW Bald Mountain Access Rd., but unmarked at...
Forum: Route Info 09-02-2011, 07:50 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 10,715
Posted By RonC
There is a paved route that you can take to avoid...

There is a paved route that you can take to avoid the gravel, but it is not well marked. At just over 15 miles out from the center of Carlton there is a road that cuts sharply back and up to the...
Forum: Route Info 08-31-2011, 02:26 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 10,715
Posted By RonC
Carlton to Beaver

Rode the Nestucca River Rd. last weekend between Carlton and Beaver, on the way to Pacific City. Still a beautiful route, but not quite as nice as when the road was closed off in the middle to motor...
Forum: Route Info 08-24-2011, 02:33 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,006
Posted By RonC
You might consider riding out Hwy 30 to...

You might consider riding out Hwy 30 to Scappoose, taking the Scappoose-Vernonia Hwy to 47, to 202, to Fishhawk Falls Hwy, to Hwy 26, to 101...

If you're feeling strong and want a longer awsome...
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