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this post was submitted on 24 Jul 2024
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For all the pedal pushers out there that love long distance cycling. There are no gear requirements and no 'minimum distances' here.
Have you ridden for a cheeky overnighter or a 3 year global trek? Doesn't matter, you're welcome here.
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Replying to my own comment.
The bike goes inside the tent so it doesn't get stolen?
I've never seen a tent made for this. My plan would be to fabricate a custom shaped tarp from silnylon (like, way easier than it sounds). I'd try to forego the pole(s) by tensioning over the bike. This would need a few structural reinforcements and it'll leak at all bike contact points.
The advantages of a custom tarp would be that it's medium cost, exactly what I want, and it'll only weigh about 1.5lb including rigging. A slightly modified Chinese knockoff, such as a Lanshan 2, could probably be repurposed for about the same cost and a lot less effort.
We hikers love our kit just as much as you bikers. It's our favorite subject. Come steal all the good ideas.
The thieves I've met in my travels are homeless. A bike is an expensive thing that can be both used as a tool and easily traded. It's far, far better target than a backpack of gear, which can only upgrade existing tools and is nearly impossible to trade.
I indirectly communicate to these people that I'm not in need of anything. So, if they are, then they only need to speak up and I'll probably just give them the thing because that's what is right and good. I never say it directly. But, they catch the vibe. Most ask for only what they need. I usually also offer something they want, like cash or marijuana.
These aren't bad people. Most just don't have a practical alternative to theft. So, I give them one.