Re: [RBW] For Sale: Bedrock Cairn sandals, Size 13

You can actually print out the templates, take pictures of your feet on them and send it to Bedrock and they’ll tell you which would be the best fit. Sometimes it’s hard to tell how much room you need to get a perfect fit. They were very helpful. I usually wear a size 10, but had to get size

Re: [RBW] Re: Club Rides On A Racing Platypus

Nice! On Thursday, August 3, 2023 at 8:12:31 PM UTC-5 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > I really do have the sweetest, cutest story from the Tuesday night women’s > ride. > > We had a small group of 7 riders that night. We were several miles in when > suddenly from behind, I heard two

Re: [RBW] Re: Tried and liked: Suntour Cyclone pretzel

Glad this saga had a happy ending!I bet you're relieved On Thursday, August 3, 2023 at 8:20:22 PM UTC-5 Danny wrote: > Ooops, didn't see your update just before I posted. Glad you got it worked > out! > > On Thursday, August 3, 2023 at 8:16:54 PM UTC-5 Danny wrote: > >> I'm curious to hear what

Re: [RBW] Re: Tried and liked: Suntour Cyclone pretzel

Ooops, didn't see your update just before I posted. Glad you got it worked out! On Thursday, August 3, 2023 at 8:16:54 PM UTC-5 Danny wrote: > I'm curious to hear what ends up resolving the issue. I hope it's as easy > as a new cassette, but I'm most intrigued by it being related to the >

[RBW] Re: Tried and liked: Suntour Cyclone pretzel

Hi CJ: Thanks for this thoughtful response. The teeth on the cassette and chainring appear to be in good shape, they aren't very old. The chain I'm using is brand new. Also tried an older chain to be sure, both skipped. Dropouts were aligned at my LBS with their alignment tools. Looks like

Re: [RBW] Re: Tried and liked: Suntour Cyclone pretzel

I'm curious to hear what ends up resolving the issue. I hope it's as easy as a new cassette, but I'm most intrigued by it being related to the elongated hole. Re: alignment tools, after borrowing my friend's Park DAG a handful of times over a few months, I decided to buy my own tool. Ended up

[RBW] Re: Swapping a bulb in a Schmidt Edelux II?

Caroline, does this mean you got your Betty back and in working order??? (Sorry this is off-topic. But I really have thought about your Betty so many times since you had the seized stem…) On Thursday, August 3, 2023 at 12:20:08 PM UTC-4 Wesley wrote: > I would suspect the wiring and

[RBW] Re: Tried and liked: Suntour Cyclone pretzel

*Today: Progress! * Thanks again for your replies. Today Wesley and Stephen's replies suggesting that it might *not *be the hanger had me scratching my head in new and exciting ways. Thank you for your suggestions that I keep searching. I remembered that back when all this began my friend

Re: [RBW] Re: Club Rides On A Racing Platypus

I really do have the sweetest, cutest story from the Tuesday night women’s ride. We had a small group of 7 riders that night. We were several miles in when suddenly from behind, I heard two unfamiliar voices, one belonging to a child, and one belonging to a man. I looked back and was

[RBW] Re: Tried and liked: Suntour Cyclone pretzel

George: Thanks for reading along! Yes, the Helicoil seems like a more robust solution, I agree. Jason: Noted! If only Riv would bring back those beefy headset presses they got a super limited run of a few years ago. Never need one but... they seemed awesome. On Thursday, August 3, 2023 at

Re: [RBW] For Sale: Bedrock Cairn sandals, Size 13

Hey Ted — I wear an 11.5 EEE when sizing allows. A lot of production shoes don't do it for me. A size 45 regular in Birkenstocks suits me. I'd recommend printing out the sizing template in my original post to be sure. I sized up for width and got a footbed that was longer than ideal. On

Re: [RBW] For Sale: Bedrock Cairn sandals, Size 13

I sized up on my Bedrocks as well. Another vote for printing out their sizing templates. Wish I had known about those templates before I ordered, would have saved the trouble of exchanging my 11s for 12s. -Danny On Thu, Aug 3, 2023 at 6:55 PM Jacob Byard wrote: > I’m a 10 wide on the brannock

[RBW] Re: Tried and liked: Suntour Cyclone pretzel

Eric, you've *got* to get a DAG alignment tool! The heavy steel one, avoid the new lighter one. It's a must have for the home mechanic of fine steel frames that do not have replaceable hangers. I use it every time the derailleur is pulled off for any reason, or if I'm having any stubborn

Re: [RBW] For Sale: Bedrock Cairn sandals, Size 13

I’m a 10 wide on the brannock device and wear an 11 in Altras. I’ve got two pair of Bedrocks in size 11. I believe Bedrock has a sizing template that you can print out. Love the sandals and have ridden lots of miles on mine. -JacobSent from my iPhoneOn Aug 3, 2023, at 7:48 PM, Ted W wrote:This

[RBW] Re: FS: Discord Stems, 1 RH Oracle Ridge 700c x 48 Endurance tire

Stems are all sold. The Oracle Ridge is still available, $65 +shipping RH Oracle Ridge (1) 700c x 48 Endurance Casing tire. Condition: Nearly New (installed tubeless, rode around the block, uninstalled) $65 +Shipping Thanks! Scott On Wednesday, August 2, 2023 at 5:57:13 PM UTC-4

[RBW] Re: tube tear at valve stem base — any ideas why and how to fix?

I had the same thing John P describes, tire rotating in rim, tugging the tube along, causing the valve to tilt then tear at the base. I also had it happen twice in a day until I decided I was running the tires at too low a pressure. Increasing PSI solved the problem. Jim in Rochester NY

[RBW] Re: tube tear at valve stem base — any ideas why and how to fix?

Hi. If what is happening to you is what happened to me, your tire is rotating on the rim. This sometimes happened when I was using an undersized tube like Patrick M. mentioned, but it happened a lot to me when using modern tires on older rims, and less when using a tubeless compatible rim.

[RBW] WTB: 61 cm Toyo or Waterford Atlantis

I (and the rest of the world) want to buy a 61 cm Toyo or Waterford Atlantis. Cash in hand. Frame/fork or complete. Live in Western NC but drive up to New England on occasion, and also happy to use shipping. Thanks, James -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

Re: [RBW] Re: tube tear at valve stem base — any ideas why and how to fix?

#1: tubes degrade with age. My experience says "no," at least gauging "age" by single decades. Pre-sealant I routinely rode tubes with up to 3 dozen patches accumulated over many years and they worked as well as new tubes. If a tube was 50 years old I'd look at it more than quickly and casually,

[RBW] Re: Tried and liked: Suntour Cyclone pretzel

This is one of the more interesting posts/threads having to do with bike repairs that has come along in awhile (with no intention to downplay the unfortunate accident!). I like the final post about a Helicoil or dropout saver recommendation. My own preference would likely be the Helicoil

[RBW] Re: Patch or Replace a Tire?

And if you decide to repair it in some way, consider moving it to the rear wheel. Less drama if it fails in the future. Rick Harries Easton, Maryland On Thursday, August 3, 2023 at 12:13:50 PM UTC-4 John S wrote: > I have had good luck covering smallish cuts with Gorilla Tape on the > inside

Re: [RBW] Re: tube tear at valve stem base — any ideas why and how to fix?

I have had similar issues on a one bike. it turned out that the tires which where a tight fit developed a split. So as you inflate opens traps you tube and down she goes. On Thu, Aug 3, 2023 at 2:10 PM Brian Turner wrote: > These type of flats are basically the only flats I've received in the

[RBW] Re: Tried and liked: Suntour Cyclone pretzel

Further ideas: Antonio at Riv suggested getting a Helicoil tool in the M10x1.0 size to repair the bolt hole. Brian Chapman recommended installing a Wheels Mfg. dropout saver. Either would attempt to repair the bolt hole. I'm open to trying either of those fixes as well. On Thursday, August

[RBW] Re: Tried and liked: Suntour Cyclone pretzel

Thanks for the replies, everyone. A few asked about the chain jumping/skipping/slipping. When the chain is under load it slips or clunks repeatedly. It's kind of like when you're in the wrong gear and you need to trim the gear to get it right. But no amount of trimming is fixing the issue.

Re: [RBW] Re: tube tear at valve stem base — any ideas why and how to fix?

These type of flats are basically the only flats I've received in the past decade or so - mostly because I am very particular and adamant about checking my air pressures before riding. As such, it has caused me to retain tubes for probably longer than most folks, and I'm assuming that has in turn

[RBW] Re: tube tear at valve stem base — any ideas why and how to fix?

Thanks, Ryan. Yes, the narrower tube got me home, but by that point it was only a short 1.5 miles away. I'm not confident that the narrow tube will be ok on a greater distance because I burned through three tubes of varying makes and specs. I'm riding different wheels until I sort this out. On

[RBW] Re: tube tear at valve stem base — any ideas why and how to fix?

I'll be interested to hear what others say about this...I should check my X0-1's inner tubes which has been plagued with mysterious flats and at no time have I been able to find anything embedded in the tire or issues with the rim i.e. protruding spokes. In a lot of cases, I would make it home

[RBW] Re: FS: Kitsbow, Chrome, Patagonia

Last bump and price drop on remaining items: Kitsbow Green Mens Medium Riding Shirt - $SOLD 2) Kitsbow Grey Mens Medium Riding Polo - $35 3) Chrome Shorts Womens Size 6 - $25 4) Vintage Patagonia 100% Wool Sweater Mens Medium - $SOLD On Thursday, July 20, 2023 at 11:24:32 AM UTC-5 Michael

[RBW] Re: Swapping a bulb in a Schmidt Edelux II?

I would suspect the wiring and connections well before thinking the LED had burned out. Maybe clean and re-connect the wires everywhere you can? If there is a soldered connection in the wire, it may need re-doing? Good luck! -Wes On Thursday, August 3, 2023 at 9:07:36 AM UTC-7 Caroline Golum

[RBW] Re: Patch or Replace a Tire?

I have had good luck covering smallish cuts with Gorilla Tape on the inside of the tire. I was able to successfully repair a tire with a larger slice in it using a very inexpensive radial tire patch kit (I used this one:

[RBW] Swapping a bulb in a Schmidt Edelux II?

Dynamo-freaks: anyone ever replace a bulb in their Edelux II light? Mine was flickering for a while, then went totally out on my ride home last night. Checked the connection and it's plugged into the hub - but, worth noting, the hub is a recent replacement! -- You received this message

[RBW] Re: Tried and liked: Suntour Cyclone pretzel

Oops, I just noticed Stephen had already made the point about the derailleur possibly wiggling in the hole. Yes— what Stephen said. Jim On Thursday, August 3, 2023 at 11:52:54 AM UTC-4 Jim Whorton wrote: > Even though it’s threading in smoothly, I wonder if that elongated hole is > the

[RBW] Re: Tried and liked: Suntour Cyclone pretzel

Even though it’s threading in smoothly, I wonder if that elongated hole is the problem. Wonder if that bolt is moving under tension. I’m not a bike mechanic by any means but I did spring for the Park Derailleur Hanger Alignment Gauge awhile back and I’m glad. I have used it on old frames

[RBW] Re: Patch or Replace a Tire?

Because the slice is below the knobs, I'd try sewing it up with a stout nylon thread, covering the thread with a wipe of Shoegoo (inside and out) and a tri-folded Clifbar wrapper (tough material) on the inside between the tube and tire. This has worked well for me when living in countries where

[RBW] Re: Tried and liked: Suntour Cyclone pretzel

https://www.jensonusa.com/Wolf-Tooth-Hanger-Alignment-Tool On Thursday, August 3, 2023 at 10:41:54 AM UTC-4 Stephen wrote: > Hey Eric, > > Been loosely following along. Glad you were ok in the accident but sheesh, > what a bummer it did so much damage. Id vote along with others for getting > a

[RBW] Re: Tried and liked: Suntour Cyclone pretzel

Hey Eric, Been loosely following along. Glad you were ok in the accident but sheesh, what a bummer it did so much damage. Id vote along with others for getting a hanger alignment tool, or figuring out how to make one for yourself. i bought a wolf tooth variety ( i prefer the way it references

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Ride PDX

https://www.instagram.com/p/CuusR0Krvjh On Thursday, August 3, 2023 at 6:57:58 AM UTC-7 John A. Bennett wrote: > Thanks, Michael! We're looking forward to seeing everyone. > > https://www.instagram.com/p/CuusR0Krvjh > On Wednesday, August 2, 2023 at 6:56:45 PM UTC-7

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Ride PDX

Thanks, Michael! We're looking forward to seeing everyone. https://www.instagram.com/p/CuusR0Krvjh On Wednesday, August 2, 2023 at 6:56:45 PM UTC-7 velomann wrote: > They're getting the band back together. > John B & Darby of our much-missed Rivelo are hosting a

[RBW] Re: Tried and liked: Suntour Cyclone pretzel

Can you elaborate on "the chain skips"? A misaligned derailleur hanger will cause shifting to be sub-optimal, but unless the hanger is so bent that the derailleur is way, way out of whack, it can't make the chain skip. Skipping chains are caused by worn or damaged chains and/or cogs. Have you

[RBW] Re: Tried and liked: Suntour Cyclone pretzel

Last fall I wrecked a derailer and bent the hanger when I shifted a short-cage rear der into the big-big combination. I bought a new derailer and aligned the dropout using this clever hack (which I could swear I learned of from this list): https://youtu.be/TnwreRrorIA Anyway, it sounds to me

[RBW] Re: Tried and liked: Suntour Cyclone pretzel

I vote for buy a gauge and do it yourself. I bought a Park DAG years ago after a wreck and have used it many, many times since. No regrets. Haven't I watched your build videos? You need this tool regardless. That said, if a shop used one and aligned the hanger, I have a lot of trouble

[RBW] Re: Tried and liked: Suntour Cyclone pretzel

A project is always a good excuse for buying a new tool, as a friend of my use to say. May as well splurge on the alignment tool and see how it works out. Personally I'm suspicions of the elongated bolt hole, not sure why, but it doesn't look good. Any frame builders in a hour or two drive from

Re: [RBW] ISO: Toyo Atlantis, All-Rounder, Saluki, Rambo (53/54 range)

Interesting that you say that because I thought maybe the fork looked like it could have been from a low-end Peugeot.Frame not sure. U08's had those funky, kind of neat stepped lugs like this. Someone's quite nice restoration below

Re: [RBW] ISO: Toyo Atlantis, All-Rounder, Saluki, Rambo (53/54 range)

The ad states that he doesn't know the manufacturer. Definitely not RBW. Looks like maybe a low end Peugeot. On Wednesday, August 2, 2023 at 3:43:57 PM UTC-5 Ryan wrote: > Not sure about that original Rivendell listed for $1 which is not $1 in > Brooklyn. If he means 1K I think he's dreaming

[RBW] Re: Patch or Replace a Tire?

That cut looks a bit large. You could try a tyre boot cut from an old slick tyre to see if the casing continues to herniate with the boot inside it. Or you could try a tubeless repair kit. I've used the Hutchinson Rep'Air kit on both tubeless and tubed punctures, but the cuts I fixed were not

[RBW] Re: Patch or Replace a Tire?

Hmm, Myself I'd grab an old worn tire if I had one on hand, and make a small boot for underneath it. Inflate it and see how the cut now appears, if it's gaping more/less and such. I've never had a boot that didn't work or fail, those were all on narrow high pressure road tires. A knobby at

[RBW] Re: Patch or Replace a Tire?

Matthew, You could try patching the tire. I've used Rema's TT13 Tubeless Repair Kit (sorry, can't post hyperlink as we're away from home). We were on a bike packing trip in the middle of nowhere when my wife sliced her sidewall on a sharp square rock. Sealant wouldn't repair the long cut -

[RBW] Re: Patch or Replace a Tire?

I’d (unfortunately) suggest replacement in this case. On Wednesday, August 2, 2023 at 10:59:17 PM UTC-7 Matthew Williams wrote: > As I was riding this evening, I saw shards of broken glass glittering in > the beam of my headlight but I wasn’t able to swerve out of the way. I > heard a small

Re: [RBW] ISO: Toyo Atlantis, All-Rounder, Saluki, Rambo (53/54 range)

On Thursday, 3 August 2023 at 6:43:57 am UTC+10 Ryan wrote: Not sure about that original Rivendell listed for $1 which is not $1 in Brooklyn. If he means 1K I think he's dreaming in Technicolor. I downloaded one of the photos to zoom in on and regardless of the crappy obviously not original