Recent content by orind

I properly set up front derailleur--No chain drops.

For me, the issue with going larger on the cassette is compatibility with the deraillure cage and increased steps between gears. If 15-20% grade are your norm, you would be better served with a 2x setup.

Going one size smaller on the front chainring will take the edge off the climbs, but will also reduce your top peddling speed. I use a 40 tooth ring and my max peddling speed for me is 28mph--plenty fast. At 12% I find I need to sit up a bit to help with weight over the front wheel.

Another option is to change out the front chainring to something a little smaller. I run a 40 tooth ring.

Buxumbox seemed more than able and capable of customization--did you check with them about QR availability?

I did a full test pack and weighing today. I found when I placed the wheels in there was contact between the wheel bag and seat, and I felt it better to remove the seat than risk a cracked rim. My trusty bike scale only goes u to 55 pounds--I estimate the complete packed bike to be around 60...

I did not weight it--but, I am sure bike and box are over 50 pounds.

Here is the box closed up

Buxumbox arrived so I did a test fit. Well built. It does require a bit of disassembly--pop off the bottom bracket clamps, remove from the headset--About 7 minutes to pack and 7 minutes to unpack and re-assemble. I will secure the boom and cranks when I actually fly. First trip is mid May. I...

Well--the Texas events are March--I emailed inquiring if Recumbents are allowed as they only link to the 2027 rules-waiting to hear back.

I used to use a roof mount--then one day I forgot the bike was up there and drove into the garage--it did not go well--yes, stupid and avoidable--but I stick to hitch racks now. I did modify my 1up rack a little bit to improve fit. Intown I do not worry about the seat, but if I plan on highway...

Yep--It will be overweight--and yes, it will be extra--and yes, it means a mini van or SUV at the destination--Been there done that when traveling with my mountain bikes and fat Tire bikes--Once you accept its overweight, then putting the helmet, shoes, and cycling clothing, and tools in with...

Well, I pulled the trigger and ordered up a Buxumbox--I ended up sending a picture with measurements to the company, and they recommended the Stelvio MTB box, with some modifications--looks like I should be able to mount the bike in the box without dissasembly other than shortening the boom and...

Anyone have experience with a cruzbike (S40) in a buxumbox or Tri sports box?

I use the Insta360 GPS remote so I can embed the data from the desktop editor. You can also sync it up with your Garmin or other cycle computer data, but I have not tried that myself.