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Busch & Muller Luxos and Lumotec Cyo Comparison

This may or may not be what you were thinking.  The Luxos from B&M is the hot new light on the market this summer, and for good reason.  Higher output, wider beam, and remote switching and USB charger on the … Continue reading

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Caldera Cone Stoves

I have been having a ton of fun getting out in the mornings to take a little extra time, boil up my water outside and brew up a cup of coffee.  I hope that it is inspiring a few of … Continue reading

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Pole Mount for GoPro

Lately I have been getting some inquiries about the pole cam system I was/am using to get some of the shots I was with the GoPro camera over the last couple of years.  I worked out a portable system that … Continue reading

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Bandannas Added to the Storefront

I believe Bandannas are the second most under rated thing everybody should have with them at all times, second only to a really good pocket knife.  I always have one or more at hand, in the pocket, bike bag, or … Continue reading

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VP Vice and 001 Pedal Comparison

I have been riding flat, non retaining system, pedals for a long time.  Most of my youth, and for recent years thanks to Grant at Rivendell, I have been pedaling free.  There are a variety of options at the full … Continue reading

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New Tools Shedding Grams

It has been a busy run here, and this week had some more incoming tools I want to test out. The easy one is the new silicone folding coffee cone.  I have been looking for something a bit more portable … Continue reading

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Upcycled Dynamo Light Brackets

I took a time out in the shop this morning to make some new light brackets. The only thing better than caffeine in the morning is jumping out of bed and making an idea into reality with your hands, at … Continue reading

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Getting Ready to Set Up Dynamo Lights

Thanks to the marvels of intentional shipping and internet friends it has been a fun week in the receiving department here at OAC.  With the days starting to get shorter the talk about lighting systems is starting to heat up.  … Continue reading

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The Bags I Have Been Using

Lately I have been getting more interest in the various bags I have on my Rambler.  The 5 bag set up I have been running in most of the pictures is a mash-up of self-made and store-bought bags that have … Continue reading

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Tried and Liked – White Industries VBC Double

As part of the OAC Rambler program I have been installing a bunch of components and accessories to make sure they fit.  The good news is that just about everything has fit as planned.  Some things go on easier than … Continue reading

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