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elk
05-05-2009, 12:01 PM
Hi all
Been off the bike for *cough cough* months...but getting the fever. The Aurora is sitting in my studio...had to bring her in over the winter from the bike shed...how anthropomorphic is that!

Just saw Terry's new Valkyrie bikes....sweet! black steel....

Also just read that Vermont Teddy Bear is buying a major share in Terry...hope it signals a long life....

perhaps this is old news....well....hello anyway!
:rolleyes:

Just been grazing posts....DAMN I miss this place!!!!
Zen
05-05-2009, 03:57 PM
If you want to sell that Aurora, holler at me. It's just what I'm looking for ;)
mayanorange
05-05-2009, 04:58 PM
welcome back elk! Yeah, the valkyrie is snazzy. :)
sundial
05-05-2009, 05:53 PM
Hi Elk, did you lose your love affair with the Aurora?

I bought a Globe. I've been thinking of you as I pedal the miles away. :)
Zen
05-05-2009, 06:11 PM
Hi Elk, did you lose your love affair with the Aurora?


I remember how happy Elk was when she got that and that kind of piqued my interest in the Aurora.
elk
05-05-2009, 07:27 PM
Gosh no....I still LOVE that bike...more in fact than ever!! I realize how much work I've put into her...the leather, the new bars, the just right acorn bag....the bike fit.....

and how super she looks! I was about to take her out and clean and lube the chain,pump up the tires and ride....but it got dark....:o

So what else should I do to get ready to ride?

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elk
05-05-2009, 07:28 PM
Hi Elk, did you lose your love affair with the Aurora?

I bought a Globe. I've been thinking of you as I pedal the miles away. :)

How do you like your Globe, Sundial???? I still have mine.
sundial
05-06-2009, 06:01 AM
I really like it. I'm still tweaking her. It has a Shimano IG8 Nexus hub. :cool:
elk
05-06-2009, 02:17 PM
I really like it. I'm still tweaking her. It has a Shimano IG8 Nexus hub. :cool:

mine too. too bad you can't get one with 21 gears...:p

did you post a photo? got a link?
madscot13
05-06-2009, 03:45 PM
I think the valkyrie is a stunning bike. I would love to get a hold of one. I'm not really sold on the fork but it is almost everything i am looking for in a bike, not that I am looking.
Zen
05-06-2009, 04:18 PM
What I want to know about the Valkyrie:

does it have long reach brakes to accommodate wide-ish tires and fenders?

and

does it have eyelets for rack mounting?
elk
05-06-2009, 07:26 PM
There are 3 Valkyries...a touring bike, a commuter and another one.
Zen
05-07-2009, 06:37 AM
That Valkyrie has some monster gears!
The Jamis specs (http://www.jamisbikes.com/usa/archives/2008/08_aurora_archive.html) say 11-32 but it's a triple. I'm confused :o
sundial
05-07-2009, 12:31 PM
did you post a photo? got a link?

I'm not ready to post the final makeover photo. ;)
sundial
05-07-2009, 12:32 PM
does it have long reach brakes to accommodate wide-ish tires and fenders?

and

does it have eyelets for rack mounting?

You need a Surly. ;)
Zen
05-07-2009, 03:54 PM
I went bike shopping today.
The Aurora is kinda heavy:( and there is no place that has a surly in stock :( :(

Also, I thought that Jamis had a sloping top tube unless I'm thinking of someone elses bike:confused:

LBS thought i might consider a Coda
Crankin
05-07-2009, 05:30 PM
I love my Coda!
Cataboo
05-07-2009, 05:55 PM
Zen, Theres someone on the richmond craigslist with a surly steamroller bike in 49 cms, I think. They dont list what the components are, so I am not sure if they've got it set up as a single speed or what. But something that might work.

If you ever wanna ride my surly to get an idea of fit or feel if you want to order one, its the pacer in 43/42 cms, I think...

I should almost sell it to you, I think that bike hates me.
Zen
05-07-2009, 06:36 PM
The Steamroller is sold as a hipster-fixie and 49cm is too big for me.
I wish all my bike decisions were so easy:D

I'm looking for a lightweight:o touring bike if there is such a thing(custom, I know)
Needs front & rear eyelets and numerous bottle mounts.
Blueberry
05-07-2009, 06:37 PM
The Steamroller is sold as a hipster-fixie and 49cm is too big for me.
I wish all my bike decisions were so easy:D

I'm looking for a lightweight:o touring bike if there is such a thing(custom, I know)
Needs front & rear eyelets and numerous bottle mounts.

A cross check is probably about as close as you'll get. Mine would be too big for you to test, though (50cm - fits like a 52).

CA
Zen
05-07-2009, 06:38 PM
LBS sez LHT
Blueberry
05-07-2009, 06:49 PM
LBS sez LHT

Light would be my concern. Otherwise, definitely LHT. But they're HEAVY (and I prefer not 26" wheels, but that's a whole 'nother kettle 'o fish).
madscot13
05-07-2009, 09:04 PM
That Valkyrie has some monster gears!
The Jamis specs (http://www.jamisbikes.com/usa/archives/2008/08_aurora_archive.html) say 11-32 but it's a triple. I'm confused :o

err what is the confusion?

and why does your collection seem to constantly be growing? just to be an enabler, have you considered buying a soma frame (like this mixte (http://www.somafab.com/bvista.html) for step through ease) and then taking the parts from one of your other bikes to create a nice touring bike. the pros would be a nice/ moderately light frame, gears in an actual touring range (my bike is set up like that jamis, and I appreciate it but I pack light and like my bike for riding fast as well slow and steady), you can "reuse" a bike that you are not getting as much use out of, and it would probably be cheaper than a new touring bike.
Cataboo
05-07-2009, 09:34 PM
err what is the confusion?

and why does your collection seem to constantly be growing? just to be an enabler, have you considered buying a soma frame (like this mixte (http://www.somafab.com/bvista.html) for step through ease) and then taking the parts from one of your other bikes to create a nice touring bike. the pros would be a nice/ moderately light frame, gears in an actual touring range (my bike is set up like that jamis, and I appreciate it but I pack light and like my bike for riding fast as well slow and steady), you can "reuse" a bike that you are not getting as much use out of, and it would probably be cheaper than a new touring bike.

I'm not sure you're enabling as much as being practical.

I need you around next time I'm tempted by another bike.

or to talk me out of these cranks I want...
Zen
05-08-2009, 01:12 AM
err what is the confusion?
I'm looking for a middle number


and why does your collection seem to constantly be growing? That's in your head
(my bike is set up like that jamis, and I appreciate it but I pack light
I don't, especially if I'm going somewhere overnight.
madscot13
05-08-2009, 04:43 AM
11- 32 is the cassette: 9 speed mtn
52/42/30 is the crankset: triple

it is quite the range, but most people will say that is not touring appropriate
sundial
05-08-2009, 05:41 AM
LBS sez LHT

I thought that too but since you're a petite little missy....how about a Salsa Casserole?
wnyrider
05-08-2009, 06:01 AM
There are a bunch of new LHT in various sizes on ebay right now. The smallest size being a 46cm.
elk
05-08-2009, 07:33 AM
Salsa has a new Touring bike...the Fargo I think it's called. Adventure Cycling has an article this month on buying a touring bike.
elk
05-08-2009, 07:35 AM
I love my Coda!

The Coda in my size was what I rode before I found the aurora...I thought it was great!!!
elk
05-08-2009, 08:43 AM
not steel...but worth a look.
http://cgi.ebay.com/LeMond-Big-Sky-S-Road-Sport-Bike_W0QQitemZ320367361301QQihZ011QQcategoryZ98084QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
sundial
05-08-2009, 03:07 PM
Salsa has a new Touring bike...the Fargo I think it's called. Adventure Cycling has an article this month on buying a touring bike.

It's a touring mtb. :cool: I'm concerned that it may be too heavy for Zen. :(
madscot13
05-08-2009, 03:27 PM
the fargo also takes 29" wheels.
Zen
05-08-2009, 05:22 PM
The Coda in my size was what I rode before I found the aurora...I thought it was great!!!

You had a Coda then went to Aurora? Why?


Adventure Cycling has an article this month on buying a touring bike.

I think I read that. It rated the FX2 as a good low budget tourer!
I think that's where I got the Aurora idea too.

I may just have to grit my teeth and save up my babysitting money for a custom bike.
A trike I can ride at Happy Haven Rest Home :o
elk
05-08-2009, 08:56 PM
I wanted an AUrora but just tried the Coda for size.

You looked at the Bianchi? the Volpe?
If you like the Terry maybe you should wait for a used Valkyrie...too heavy?
Zen
05-09-2009, 06:38 AM
My head hurts.
elk
05-09-2009, 08:50 AM
My head hurts.

this is the FUN part!!!!

oh yeah...the article in Adventure Cycling is new this month... not a reprint.
susan.wells
05-12-2009, 01:01 AM
I purchased a Valkyrie touring bike and it is at my LBS being assembled. I plan to use it on my upcoming tour of Skyline Drive and Blue Ridge Parkway. The gearing should be kind to the knees. I pick it up on Wednesday afternoon after work (actually I may leave a little early). I am finally going to embrace the fact that I have three bikes (steel, titanium, and carbon) all with differing wheel/tire sizes (26 inch, 650, and 700). I'll just have a small mechanic shop in the rear of my Element! :p
sbctwin
05-14-2009, 04:06 AM
I purchased a Valkyrie touring bike and it is at my LBS being assembled. I plan to use it on my upcoming tour of Skyline Drive and Blue Ridge Parkway. The gearing should be kind to the knees. I pick it up on Wednesday afternoon after work (actually I may leave a little early). I am finally going to embrace the fact that I have three bikes (steel, titanium, and carbon) all with differing wheel/tire sizes (26 inch, 650, and 700). I'll just have a small mechanic shop in the rear of my Element! :p


Please post more about your new bike...I am considering a Valkyrie for my new commuter bike (though not the commuter, either the touring or cross model)...