[RBW] Re: Now: 30mm tire availability was: Ruffy Tuffy tire problems
David: All paved road, though of varying degrees of smoothness. From: David Estes cyclotour...@gmail.com To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Thursday, May 14, 2009 11:30:15 PM Subject: [RBW] Now: 30mm tire availability was: Ruffy Tuffy tire problems Bruce, are those miles on/off road or road only? --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: No Rivendell merit badge for you
Maybe a taped and shellacked kickstand with twine ends? From: Lynne Fitz fitzb...@comcast.net To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Friday, May 15, 2009 12:42:53 AM Subject: [RBW] Re: No Rivendell merit badge for you so, like, what WOULD a Rivendell merit badge look like? Ideas? Not the RBW logo. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: No Rivendell merit badge for you
I have the patch for doing that trip. Aside from the merit badges, you can earn 50 mile patches for both hiking (got that one too for a week long backpack on the Long Trail in VT) and cycling. (Both cases as an adult leader with the boys. From: k5osx1 k5o...@gmail.com T I'm a little shocked to see that the scout is required to plan *and then ride* a 50 mile trip. I don't recall doing that ... --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Now: 30mm tire availability was: Ruffy Tuffy tire problems
David, My 700x32 Paselas measure 30mm wide and Ruffy Tuffy's measure 26.5mm wide, both on 20mm wide rims. Angus On May 14, 11:30 pm, David Estes cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: Bruce, are those miles on/off road or road only? I'm looking for 30mm tire that is good for both and doesn't disintegrate in my garage or puncture every 10 miles. Probably should stick w/ Paselas, but I want just a bit more volume than 28mm, and 32/33mm tires are just too close... 30mm is the sweet spot! On Thu, May 14, 2009 at 5:34 PM, Bruce fullylug...@yahoo.com wrote: I'm over 1,000 miles on my GB Cypres. No flats, etc. Still love em. -- *From:* GeorgeS chobur...@gmail.com *To:* RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com *Sent:* Thursday, May 14, 2009 6:12:38 PM *Subject:* [RBW] Re: Ruffy Tuffy tire problems I just put a pair of Grand Bois on my Rambouillet. So far so good. They have a springier feel than the Ruffy Tuffys. But now you've got me worried. Who is Gino and what terrible things has he said about these expensive tires? GeorgeS -- Cheers, David Redlands, CA- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Now: 30mm tire availability was: Ruffy Tuffy tire problems
Quoting David Estes cyclotour...@gmail.com: Bruce, are those miles on/off road or road only? I'm looking for 30mm tire that is good for both and doesn't disintegrate in my garage or puncture every 10 miles. Probably should stick w/ Paselas, but I want just a bit more volume than 28mm, and 32/33mm tires are just too close... 30mm is the sweet spot! Then you will love the 32mm wire bead non-TG Pasela. It is exactly the same size as the Grand Bois 700x30mm. I had them on my VO all winter, took them off and reinstalled the GB's on Tuesday. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Now: 30mm tire availability was: Ruffy Tuffy tire problems
David, What rim are you using? We need to know because every tire is slightly different width depending on the rim. A 28mm tire is not just 28mm. I wish manufacturers would say when they give a tires width it's xx mm's wide on a xx mm wide rim. That said, after 3 or 4 pairs of tires separating.. David ...it's time for a new tire! They don't appear to be ruff or tuff, so. unless you're a glutton for disappointment, stop putting up with them! You gave them more than a fair shot time for a change. I know what you're asking for is tough. what you'd like is a bunch of tires at your disposal to mount and see how wide and much volume they have. yes? My first thought is Vittoria Randonneur's. Try the Cross. They come in a 28,32 and 35. You can get them at REI. http://tinyurl.com/rxrucg They are a little heavier but as always one must look into why they are heavier. More rubber and double shielding . If they fall apart, REI will take care of it. They also sell a Panaracer Crosstown in a 32mm, which may work as they run a little narrow. It's heavy too, but it's because of all that tread and super puncture resistance! I use these in a 35(34 actual on a 24mm rim) and they are great on paved and back roads. Loads of Air volume. Or just stick with a Pasela 32. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Now: 30mm tire availability was: Ruffy Tuffy tire problems
David, What rim are you using? We need to know because every tire is slightly different width depending on the rim. A 28mm tire is not just 28mm. I wish manufacturers would say when they give a tires width it's xx mm's wide on a xx mm wide rim. That said, after 3 or 4 pairs of tires separating.. David ...it's time for a new tire! They don't appear to be ruff or tuff, so. unless you're a glutton for disappointment, stop putting up with them! You gave them more than a fair shot time for a change. I know what you're asking for is tough. what you'd like is a bunch of tires at your disposal to mount and see how wide and much volume they have. yes? My first thought is Vittoria Randonneur's. Try the Cross. They come in a 28,32 and 35. You can get them at REI. http://www.rei.com/product/709112 They are a little heavier but as always one must look into why they are heavier. More rubber and double shielding . If they fall apart, REI will take care of it. They also sell a Panaracer Crosstown in a 32mm, which may work as they run a little narrow. It's heavy too, but it's because of all that tread and super puncture resistance! I use these in a 35(34 actual on a 24mm rim) and they are great on paved and back roads. Loads of Air volume. Or just stick with a Pasela 32. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Photos of the new Rivendell Quickbeam
Nice! What's that bartape? Steve Frederick, East Lansing, MI -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com]on Behalf Of Clayton Scott Sent: Thursday, May 14, 2009 1:27 PM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] Re: Photos of the new Rivendell Quickbeam Here is mine: http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2443/3531333592_b8e188e79b_b.jpg http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3604/3530244832_e00cceafb4_b.jpg On Thu, May 14, 2009 at 6:40 AM, Rene Valbuena valbu...@ix.netcom.com wrote: Hey Brian, You must really be a complete marketing man to the bone. More power to you and to Renaissance Bicycles. Rene BTW: do you still shoot film or solely digital? As for me, I still keep a Nikon F2S with 43mm~86mm zoom for sentimental reasons. -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto: rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Bryan @ Renaissance Bicycles Sent: Thursday, May 14, 2009 5:08 AM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] Re: Photos of the new Rivendell Quickbeam Hey Rene, I am the photographer and mastermind of the whole operation. Thanks for the complements, Bryan On May 13, 12:56 pm, Rene Valbuena valbu...@ix.netcom.com wrote: Very nice bike! Who is your photographer? -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto: rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Bryan @ Renaissance Bicycles Sent: Wednesday, May 13, 2009 8:48 AM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] Photos of the new Rivendell Quickbeam While it has taken us a little while to get around to it, we finally published some photos of the new silver Quickbeam: http://www.renaissancebicycles.com/gallery/ As I wrote about previously, this is my much anticipated personal bike ... and I am very very satisfied. I think the silver color is fabulous ... it definitely gives the bike a real retro appearance. You may also notice that the bike is lacking the seattube decal ... which is the way it arrived. Fine by me. Obviously, I went for the subtle / classic look with the black Brooks B17 narrow saddle, black Cinelli cork tape, practical dual-duty Shimano pedals, and a black Bike Burrito. Soon to come is the complementary Shimano 16t freewheel, a pair of classic VO bottle cages, and the new silver Planet Bike Superflash. I've ridden it about 30+ miles so far, so it still needs a little fine- tuning and a few adjustments. Of course, the ride is wonderful; very good at low speeds, confident in high-speed turns, smooth over the rough stuff, and just a real comfortable riding position. Let me know if you have any questions about the parts, build, or details of the Quickbeam ... I'll be happy to share. Bryan @ Renaissance Bicycles --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Scwalbe Big Apple/Marathon XR 50mm's
Greetings, I'm considering a Big Apple or Marathon XR in a 700x50 size, and wondered about the differences in gearing compared to a 700x35 tire, which I use on another bike. I can see how the gear inches change by the gear charts for different size tires, but what affect does the extra width and heft have, if any, in real world riding? A 2 tooth reduction seems to be where I'm going from my road bike using a 13-32 7 speed freewheel. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Now: 30mm tire availability was: Ruffy Tuffy tire problems
On Fri, May 15, 2009 at 10:11 AM, David Estes cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: Everyone, thanks for the feedback. 32mm Paselas that measure 30mm sound great. Strange as my 35mm Paselas measure out at 37mm Consistency??? We don't need no stinkin' consistency! FWIW, this is on an Open Pro rim. Wallbike has started compiling a list of sizes of schwalbe tires on various rims. Might be a useful thing to compile on the list. Maybe a shared google spread sheet? Then someone could go reference whatever size/type rim they have and the tire they want and they could find the right size. -sv --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Photos of the new Rivendell Quickbeam
Bar tape is Fizik microtex in gray. So far it seems nice. It is thinner than cork and appears less fragile. Clayton, SF CA On Fri, May 15, 2009 at 6:39 AM, Frederick, Steve frede...@mail.lib.msu.edu wrote: Nice! What's that bartape? Steve Frederick, East Lansing, MI -Original Message- *From:* rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto: rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com]*on Behalf Of *Clayton Scott *Sent:* Thursday, May 14, 2009 1:27 PM *To:* rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com *Subject:* [RBW] Re: Photos of the new Rivendell Quickbeam Here is mine: http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2443/3531333592_b8e188e79b_b.jpg http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3604/3530244832_e00cceafb4_b.jpg On Thu, May 14, 2009 at 6:40 AM, Rene Valbuena valbu...@ix.netcom.comwrote: Hey Brian, You must really be a complete marketing man to the bone. More power to you and to Renaissance Bicycles. Rene BTW: do you still shoot film or solely digital? As for me, I still keep a Nikon F2S with 43mm~86mm zoom for sentimental reasons. -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Bryan @ Renaissance Bicycles Sent: Thursday, May 14, 2009 5:08 AM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] Re: Photos of the new Rivendell Quickbeam Hey Rene, I am the photographer and mastermind of the whole operation. Thanks for the complements, Bryan On May 13, 12:56 pm, Rene Valbuena valbu...@ix.netcom.com wrote: Very nice bike! Who is your photographer? -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Bryan @ Renaissance Bicycles Sent: Wednesday, May 13, 2009 8:48 AM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] Photos of the new Rivendell Quickbeam While it has taken us a little while to get around to it, we finally published some photos of the new silver Quickbeam: http://www.renaissancebicycles.com/gallery/ As I wrote about previously, this is my much anticipated personal bike ... and I am very very satisfied. I think the silver color is fabulous ... it definitely gives the bike a real retro appearance. You may also notice that the bike is lacking the seattube decal ... which is the way it arrived. Fine by me. Obviously, I went for the subtle / classic look with the black Brooks B17 narrow saddle, black Cinelli cork tape, practical dual-duty Shimano pedals, and a black Bike Burrito. Soon to come is the complementary Shimano 16t freewheel, a pair of classic VO bottle cages, and the new silver Planet Bike Superflash. I've ridden it about 30+ miles so far, so it still needs a little fine- tuning and a few adjustments. Of course, the ride is wonderful; very good at low speeds, confident in high-speed turns, smooth over the rough stuff, and just a real comfortable riding position. Let me know if you have any questions about the parts, build, or details of the Quickbeam ... I'll be happy to share. Bryan @ Renaissance Bicycles --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Photos of the new Rivendell Quickbeam
Beautiful bike. What's the fender? From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Clayton Scott Sent: Friday, May 15, 2009 6:54 AM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] Re: Photos of the new Rivendell Quickbeam Bar tape is Fizik microtex in gray. So far it seems nice. It is thinner than cork and appears less fragile. Clayton, SF CA On Fri, May 15, 2009 at 6:39 AM, Frederick, Steve frede...@mail.lib.msu.edu wrote: Nice! What's that bartape? Steve Frederick, East Lansing, MI -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com]on Behalf Of Clayton Scott Sent: Thursday, May 14, 2009 1:27 PM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] Re: Photos of the new Rivendell Quickbeam Here is mine: http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2443/3531333592_b8e188e79b_b.jpg http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3604/3530244832_e00cceafb4_b.jpg On Thu, May 14, 2009 at 6:40 AM, Rene Valbuena valbu...@ix.netcom.com wrote: Hey Brian, You must really be a complete marketing man to the bone. More power to you and to Renaissance Bicycles. Rene BTW: do you still shoot film or solely digital? As for me, I still keep a Nikon F2S with 43mm~86mm zoom for sentimental reasons. -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Bryan @ Renaissance Bicycles Sent: Thursday, May 14, 2009 5:08 AM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] Re: Photos of the new Rivendell Quickbeam Hey Rene, I am the photographer and mastermind of the whole operation. Thanks for the complements, Bryan On May 13, 12:56 pm, Rene Valbuena valbu...@ix.netcom.com wrote: Very nice bike! Who is your photographer? -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Bryan @ Renaissance Bicycles Sent: Wednesday, May 13, 2009 8:48 AM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] Photos of the new Rivendell Quickbeam While it has taken us a little while to get around to it, we finally published some photos of the new silver Quickbeam: http://www.renaissancebicycles.com/gallery/ As I wrote about previously, this is my much anticipated personal bike ... and I am very very satisfied. I think the silver color is fabulous ... it definitely gives the bike a real retro appearance. You may also notice that the bike is lacking the seattube decal ... which is the way it arrived. Fine by me. Obviously, I went for the subtle / classic look with the black Brooks B17 narrow saddle, black Cinelli cork tape, practical dual-duty Shimano pedals, and a black Bike Burrito. Soon to come is the complementary Shimano 16t freewheel, a pair of classic VO bottle cages, and the new silver Planet Bike Superflash. I've ridden it about 30+ miles so far, so it still needs a little fine- tuning and a few adjustments. Of course, the ride is wonderful; very good at low speeds, confident in high-speed turns, smooth over the rough stuff, and just a real comfortable riding position. Let me know if you have any questions about the parts, build, or details of the Quickbeam ... I'll be happy to share. Bryan @ Renaissance Bicycles --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Scwalbe Big Apple/Marathon XR 50mm's
Thanks for the replies. Jim I could use some clarification. The XR's lowest pressure rating is different from the Schwalbe North America and the Schwalbe Global sites. What is the lowest pressure for the 700x50's? The North America site says 45-70, the Global says 30-70 , which would be the same as the Big Apples. Can they both be run at 30 psi? --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Ernesto Lube Users ?
Has anyone tried this vegetable oil based chain lube? If so is it self cleaning like Pro-Link or how does one clean the chain? I've tried 3 emails to Ernesto Lube over the last 2 weeksno replies. I don't know if he's still in business or what. While we're at it..How about the El Duke degreaser anyone tried that for better or worse? --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: No Rivendell merit badge for you
I fondly remember getting my cycling merit badge many years ago. Fifty miles seemed like such a long trip, I think they even gave us a time limit to complete the ride IIRC. I think the original spirit of scouting has many similarities to rivishness, which is part of the appeal of both. I'm partial to the insistently minimal politics of grant though, the scouts has frustrated me lately with what some of their officials ups have said and done--it was not (and I don't think is/hope isn't usually) the trend at the grassroots level across the states during my experience there. Too bad I feel the need to distance myself from that area, and don't wish to send this off topic--scouting on the whole is great! Big apples, not bad ones. erik On Fri, May 15, 2009 at 3:39 AM, Bruce fullylug...@yahoo.com wrote: I have the patch for doing that trip. Aside from the merit badges, you can earn 50 mile patches for both hiking (got that one too for a week long backpack on the Long Trail in VT) and cycling. (Both cases as an adult leader with the boys. -- *From:* k5osx1 k5o...@gmail.com *T* I'm a little shocked to see that the scout is required to plan *and then ride* a 50 mile trip. I don't recall doing that ... --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Custom Phil Wood Track Hubs
Ooo! Saw a pair of those at one of the LBS's, i've been back to drool many times since. -jeremy On May 15, 12:54 am, dmolloy danielmarkmol...@googlemail.com wrote: I just got em, and they are so shiny and new! I can't wait to lace them up and start riding them! Pic at : http://twitpic.com/56cn2 36 hole double fixed with custom Normandy style flange drilling similar to the 3.5 limited hubs that phil made 100 pairs of. Those were all 32 hole single fixed. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: No Rivendell merit badge for you
Dunno. But seeing as I already earned the Girl Scout cycling merit badge a zillion years ago, earning a Rivendell merit badge would seem almost redundant. For my Scout badge I had to help organize a bike safety rodeo for the local Brownie troop (we invited the Cub Scouts to participate as well so our numbers would look better), fix a flat tire all by myself, plan a troop bicycle ride of at least 10 miles long (for Junior Girl Scouts, ages 9-12 and three parent chaperones) and assign other scouts to help me transport a picnic lunch for up to ten riders. The last was lots of fun. We started in Walnut Creek and took a 13-mile loop through Concord and Lafayette before ending up back at Walnut Park. The scouts were all fine, it was the parents who struggled with the distance. I felt sad because my mother, who was the assistant Troop leader, had never learned to ride a bike, couldn't go. I was eleven when I completed the badge, and well on my way to loving bicycles forever. On second thought, it seems that those who attend the not-quite-annual Rivendell Weekends already get some kind of badge for their efforts... Beth On May 14, 10:42 pm, Lynne Fitz fitzb...@comcast.net wrote: so, like, what WOULD a Rivendell merit badge look like? Ideas? Not the RBW logo. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Photos of the new Rivendell Quickbeam
Fenders are 50mm Berthoud. They work well with the 35mm Paselas. At the seatstay bridge I used one of the small fender attachement pieces that Jitensha sells. The curve of the fender has been adjusted so I can have a 2 tooth variance from flip to flop side without having to reposition the fender. Since I am using a bolt on Phil Wood hub (fixed fixed) I simply unthread the bolts all the way to removes the wheel. Deflating the tire works too. The ride is wonderful and has seen daily use since I have gotten it. Clayton, SF CA On Fri, May 15, 2009 at 8:07 AM, Rene Valbuena valbu...@ix.netcom.comwrote: Beautiful bike. What’s the fender? *From:* rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto: rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com] *On Behalf Of *Clayton Scott *Sent:* Friday, May 15, 2009 6:54 AM *To:* rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com *Subject:* [RBW] Re: Photos of the new Rivendell Quickbeam Bar tape is Fizik microtex in gray. So far it seems nice. It is thinner than cork and appears less fragile. Clayton, SF CA On Fri, May 15, 2009 at 6:39 AM, Frederick, Steve frede...@mail.lib.msu.edu wrote: Nice! What's that bartape? Steve Frederick, East Lansing, MI -Original Message- *From:* rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto: rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com]*on Behalf Of *Clayton Scott *Sent:* Thursday, May 14, 2009 1:27 PM *To:* rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com *Subject:* [RBW] Re: Photos of the new Rivendell Quickbeam Here is mine: http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2443/3531333592_b8e188e79b_b.jpg http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3604/3530244832_e00cceafb4_b.jpg On Thu, May 14, 2009 at 6:40 AM, Rene Valbuena valbu...@ix.netcom.com wrote: Hey Brian, You must really be a complete marketing man to the bone. More power to you and to Renaissance Bicycles. Rene BTW: do you still shoot film or solely digital? As for me, I still keep a Nikon F2S with 43mm~86mm zoom for sentimental reasons. -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Bryan @ Renaissance Bicycles Sent: Thursday, May 14, 2009 5:08 AM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] Re: Photos of the new Rivendell Quickbeam Hey Rene, I am the photographer and mastermind of the whole operation. Thanks for the complements, Bryan On May 13, 12:56 pm, Rene Valbuena valbu...@ix.netcom.com wrote: Very nice bike! Who is your photographer? -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Bryan @ Renaissance Bicycles Sent: Wednesday, May 13, 2009 8:48 AM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] Photos of the new Rivendell Quickbeam While it has taken us a little while to get around to it, we finally published some photos of the new silver Quickbeam: http://www.renaissancebicycles.com/gallery/ As I wrote about previously, this is my much anticipated personal bike ... and I am very very satisfied. I think the silver color is fabulous ... it definitely gives the bike a real retro appearance. You may also notice that the bike is lacking the seattube decal ... which is the way it arrived. Fine by me. Obviously, I went for the subtle / classic look with the black Brooks B17 narrow saddle, black Cinelli cork tape, practical dual-duty Shimano pedals, and a black Bike Burrito. Soon to come is the complementary Shimano 16t freewheel, a pair of classic VO bottle cages, and the new silver Planet Bike Superflash. I've ridden it about 30+ miles so far, so it still needs a little fine- tuning and a few adjustments. Of course, the ride is wonderful; very good at low speeds, confident in high-speed turns, smooth over the rough stuff, and just a real comfortable riding position. Let me know if you have any questions about the parts, build, or details of the Quickbeam ... I'll be happy to share. Bryan @ Renaissance Bicycles --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: No Rivendell merit badge for you
Dunno. But seeing as I already earned the Girl Scout cycling merit badge a zillion years ago, earning a Rivendell merit badge would seem almost redundant. For my Scout badge I had to help organize a bike safety rodeo for the local Brownie troop (we invited the Cub Scouts to participate as well so our numbers would look better), fix a flat tire all by myself, plan a troop bicycle ride of at least 10 miles long (for Junior Girl Scouts, ages 9-12 and three parent chaperones) and assign other scouts to help me transport a picnic lunch for up to ten riders. The last was lots of fun. We started in Walnut Creek and took a 13-mile loop through Concord and Lafayette before ending up back at Walnut Park. The scouts were all fine, it was the parents who struggled with the distance. I felt sad because my mother, who was the assistant Troop leader, had never learned to ride a bike, couldn't go. I was eleven when I completed the badge, and well on my way to loving bicycles forever. http://www.flickr.com/photos/bethness/3352745506/ On second thought, it seems that those who attend the not-quite- annual Rivendell Weekends already get some kind of badge for their efforts... http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclofiend/508855834/ Beth On May 14, 10:42 pm, Lynne Fitz fitzb...@comcast.net wrote: so, like, what WOULD a Rivendell merit badge look like? Ideas? Not the RBW logo. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: No Rivendell merit badge for you
Badgeez? Did you say Badgeez ? (evil cackle) we don't need... Sorry couldn't resist R On May 15, 9:23 am, beth h periwinkle...@yahoo.com wrote: Dunno. But seeing as I already earned the Girl Scout cycling merit badge a zillion years ago, earning a Rivendell merit badge would seem almost redundant. For my Scout badge I had to help organize a bike safety rodeo for the local Brownie troop (we invited the Cub Scouts to participate as well so our numbers would look better), fix a flat tire all by myself, plan a troop bicycle ride of at least 10 miles long (for Junior Girl Scouts, ages 9-12 and three parent chaperones) and assign other scouts to help me transport a picnic lunch for up to ten riders. The last was lots of fun. We started in Walnut Creek and took a 13-mile loop through Concord and Lafayette before ending up back at Walnut Park. The scouts were all fine, it was the parents who struggled with the distance. I felt sad because my mother, who was the assistant Troop leader, had never learned to ride a bike, couldn't go. I was eleven when I completed the badge, and well on my way to loving bicycles forever. http://www.flickr.com/photos/bethness/3352745506/ On second thought, it seems that those who attend the not-quite- annual Rivendell Weekends already get some kind of badge for their efforts... http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclofiend/508855834/ Beth On May 14, 10:42 pm, Lynne Fitz fitzb...@comcast.net wrote: so, like, what WOULD a Rivendell merit badge look like? Ideas? Not the RBW logo.- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Scwalbe Big Apple/Marathon XR 50mm's
I'd go by what's printed on the tire. I always rode mine at approx 40-55 psi on Velocity Dyad rims, and I'm pretty sure I experimented as low as 20-30 psi with no obvious problems. I think 70 is too much for my tastes, rides rough, etc. I'd also shy away from going down to 30 on narrower rims. But, please don't listen to me. Get the tires and experiment to figure out what works for you. Jim On May 15, 10:31 am, Garth garth...@gmail.com wrote: Thanks for the replies. Jim I could use some clarification. The XR's lowest pressure rating is different from the Schwalbe North America and the Schwalbe Global sites. What is the lowest pressure for the 700x50's? The North America site says 45-70, the Global says 30-70 , which would be the same as the Big Apples. Can they both be run at 30 psi? --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Ernesto Lube Users ?
I tried Ernesto and quickly gave up on it because when it came off the chain as the chain spun, the oil and gunk would adhere to the rear rim and spokes and was a bear to get off. It mostly came off when it rained. I used the regular procedure of oiling the chain and then wiping it with a rag, but there were always small amounts on the rims and spokes after a ride. Garth wrote: Has anyone tried this vegetable oil based chain lube? If so is it self cleaning like Pro-Link or how does one clean the chain? I've tried 3 emails to Ernesto Lube over the last 2 weeksno replies. I don't know if he's still in business or what. While we're at it..How about the El Duke degreaser anyone tried that for better or worse? --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Scwalbe Big Apple/Marathon XR 50mm's
Peter White in a thread on his forum recently opined Schwalbe's higher recommended psi is too high by 10. He did not say anything about underinflation that I am aware of. Like you, I would be concerned about going as low as 30 on a smaller rim. On May 15, 12:00 pm, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery thill@gmail.com wrote: I'd go by what's printed on the tire. I always rode mine at approx 40-55 psi on Velocity Dyad rims, and I'm pretty sure I experimented as low as 20-30 psi with no obvious problems. I think 70 is too much for my tastes, rides rough, etc. I'd also shy away from going down to 30 on narrower rims. But, please don't listen to me. Get the tires and experiment to figure out what works for you. Jim On May 15, 10:31 am, Garth garth...@gmail.com wrote: Thanks for the replies. Jim I could use some clarification. The XR's lowest pressure rating is different from the Schwalbe North America and the Schwalbe Global sites. What is the lowest pressure for the 700x50's? The North America site says 45-70, the Global says 30-70 , which would be the same as the Big Apples. Can they both be run at 30 psi?- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Photos of the new Rivendell Quickbeam
Clayton, that QB is stunning. Hope to see you around town! -jeremy in SF On May 14, 10:27 am, Clayton Scott clayton...@gmail.com wrote: Here is mine:http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2443/3531333592_b8e188e79b_b.jpg http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3604/3530244832_e00cceafb4_b.jpg On Thu, May 14, 2009 at 6:40 AM, Rene Valbuena valbu...@ix.netcom.comwrote: Hey Brian, You must really be a complete marketing man to the bone. More power to you and to Renaissance Bicycles. Rene BTW: do you still shoot film or solely digital? As for me, I still keep a Nikon F2S with 43mm~86mm zoom for sentimental reasons. -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Bryan @ Renaissance Bicycles Sent: Thursday, May 14, 2009 5:08 AM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] Re: Photos of the new Rivendell Quickbeam Hey Rene, I am the photographer and mastermind of the whole operation. Thanks for the complements, Bryan On May 13, 12:56 pm, Rene Valbuena valbu...@ix.netcom.com wrote: Very nice bike! Who is your photographer? -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Bryan @ Renaissance Bicycles Sent: Wednesday, May 13, 2009 8:48 AM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] Photos of the new Rivendell Quickbeam While it has taken us a little while to get around to it, we finally published some photos of the new silver Quickbeam: http://www.renaissancebicycles.com/gallery/ As I wrote about previously, this is my much anticipated personal bike ... and I am very very satisfied. I think the silver color is fabulous ... it definitely gives the bike a real retro appearance. You may also notice that the bike is lacking the seattube decal ... which is the way it arrived. Fine by me. Obviously, I went for the subtle / classic look with the black Brooks B17 narrow saddle, black Cinelli cork tape, practical dual-duty Shimano pedals, and a black Bike Burrito. Soon to come is the complementary Shimano 16t freewheel, a pair of classic VO bottle cages, and the new silver Planet Bike Superflash. I've ridden it about 30+ miles so far, so it still needs a little fine- tuning and a few adjustments. Of course, the ride is wonderful; very good at low speeds, confident in high-speed turns, smooth over the rough stuff, and just a real comfortable riding position. Let me know if you have any questions about the parts, build, or details of the Quickbeam ... I'll be happy to share. Bryan @ Renaissance Bicycles --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Photos of the new Rivendell Quickbeam
Say hi if you do. I am usually heading West to East mornings and East to West evenings. On Fri, May 15, 2009 at 11:08 AM, Jeremy Till jeremy.t...@gmail.com wrote: Clayton, that QB is stunning. Hope to see you around town! -jeremy in SF On May 14, 10:27 am, Clayton Scott clayton...@gmail.com wrote: Here is mine: http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2443/3531333592_b8e188e79b_b.jpg http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3604/3530244832_e00cceafb4_b.jpg On Thu, May 14, 2009 at 6:40 AM, Rene Valbuena valbu...@ix.netcom.com wrote: Hey Brian, You must really be a complete marketing man to the bone. More power to you and to Renaissance Bicycles. Rene BTW: do you still shoot film or solely digital? As for me, I still keep a Nikon F2S with 43mm~86mm zoom for sentimental reasons. -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Bryan @ Renaissance Bicycles Sent: Thursday, May 14, 2009 5:08 AM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] Re: Photos of the new Rivendell Quickbeam Hey Rene, I am the photographer and mastermind of the whole operation. Thanks for the complements, Bryan On May 13, 12:56 pm, Rene Valbuena valbu...@ix.netcom.com wrote: Very nice bike! Who is your photographer? -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Bryan @ Renaissance Bicycles Sent: Wednesday, May 13, 2009 8:48 AM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] Photos of the new Rivendell Quickbeam While it has taken us a little while to get around to it, we finally published some photos of the new silver Quickbeam: http://www.renaissancebicycles.com/gallery/ As I wrote about previously, this is my much anticipated personal bike ... and I am very very satisfied. I think the silver color is fabulous ... it definitely gives the bike a real retro appearance. You may also notice that the bike is lacking the seattube decal ... which is the way it arrived. Fine by me. Obviously, I went for the subtle / classic look with the black Brooks B17 narrow saddle, black Cinelli cork tape, practical dual-duty Shimano pedals, and a black Bike Burrito. Soon to come is the complementary Shimano 16t freewheel, a pair of classic VO bottle cages, and the new silver Planet Bike Superflash. I've ridden it about 30+ miles so far, so it still needs a little fine- tuning and a few adjustments. Of course, the ride is wonderful; very good at low speeds, confident in high-speed turns, smooth over the rough stuff, and just a real comfortable riding position. Let me know if you have any questions about the parts, build, or details of the Quickbeam ... I'll be happy to share. Bryan @ Renaissance Bicycles --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Scwalbe Big Apple/Marathon XR 50mm's
I've used both tires albeit on differently sized rims (XR 26x50 Big Apple 700x60) The Big Apple works well at a variety of pressures, though at the high end, you lose the benefits of fat tire suspension. I really like the XR's for snow riding and dirt roads. I use these on my Surly Big Dummy and they are great for toting the 100+ pound loads I sometimes carry in town. I run these on wide Salsa Gordo rims. I recently discovered how low is too low in terms of tire pressure for these tires. I was running about 20 psi or so in the front and I discovered that on sharp turns at speed the tire would suddenly collapse onto the sidewall. It was a little alarming when it happened on a fast downhill. I now completely understand the RBW bias towards round tires! At 40 psi and above, they work great. In my opinion, XR's are complete overkill for anything except nasty roads, no roads and very heavy loads. I used them road touring one year and my Atlantis felt like a truck. However . . . Marathon Supremes in 50mm are great. They are lighter than Big Apples and roll really well. I've been running these on my Bombadil on road rides up to 54miles and will use them on an upcoming 3000 mile tour. They are very nice. Dave On May 15, 10:40 am, JoelMatthews joelmatth...@mac.com wrote: Peter White in a thread on his forum recently opined Schwalbe's higher recommended psi is too high by 10. He did not say anything about underinflation that I am aware of. Like you, I would be concerned about going as low as 30 on a smaller rim. On May 15, 12:00 pm, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery thill@gmail.com wrote: I'd go by what's printed on the tire. I always rode mine at approx 40-55 psi on Velocity Dyad rims, and I'm pretty sure I experimented as low as 20-30 psi with no obvious problems. I think 70 is too much for my tastes, rides rough, etc. I'd also shy away from going down to 30 on narrower rims. But, please don't listen to me. Get the tires and experiment to figure out what works for you. Jim On May 15, 10:31 am, Garth garth...@gmail.com wrote: Thanks for the replies. Jim I could use some clarification. The XR's lowest pressure rating is different from the Schwalbe North America and the Schwalbe Global sites. What is the lowest pressure for the 700x50's? The North America site says 45-70, the Global says 30-70 , which would be the same as the Big Apples. Can they both be run at 30 psi?- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text -- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Scwalbe Big Apple/Marathon XR 50mm's
Marathon Supremes in 50mm are great. They are lighter than Big Apples and roll really well. I've been running these on my Bombadil on road rides up to 54miles and will use them on an upcoming 3000 mile tour. They are very nice. Supremes are amazing tires. They do not have a bottle generator strip and the tread is too smooth for rugged off road stuff. Otherwise they are about as close to an armored racing tire as one can find. I really like them. On May 15, 1:30 pm, Dave Craig dcr...@prescott.edu wrote: I've used both tires albeit on differently sized rims (XR 26x50 Big Apple 700x60) The Big Apple works well at a variety of pressures, though at the high end, you lose the benefits of fat tire suspension. I really like the XR's for snow riding and dirt roads. I use these on my Surly Big Dummy and they are great for toting the 100+ pound loads I sometimes carry in town. I run these on wide Salsa Gordo rims. I recently discovered how low is too low in terms of tire pressure for these tires. I was running about 20 psi or so in the front and I discovered that on sharp turns at speed the tire would suddenly collapse onto the sidewall. It was a little alarming when it happened on a fast downhill. I now completely understand the RBW bias towards round tires! At 40 psi and above, they work great. In my opinion, XR's are complete overkill for anything except nasty roads, no roads and very heavy loads. I used them road touring one year and my Atlantis felt like a truck. However . . . Marathon Supremes in 50mm are great. They are lighter than Big Apples and roll really well. I've been running these on my Bombadil on road rides up to 54miles and will use them on an upcoming 3000 mile tour. They are very nice. Dave On May 15, 10:40 am, JoelMatthews joelmatth...@mac.com wrote: Peter White in a thread on his forum recently opined Schwalbe's higher recommended psi is too high by 10. He did not say anything about underinflation that I am aware of. Like you, I would be concerned about going as low as 30 on a smaller rim. On May 15, 12:00 pm, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery thill@gmail.com wrote: I'd go by what's printed on the tire. I always rode mine at approx 40-55 psi on Velocity Dyad rims, and I'm pretty sure I experimented as low as 20-30 psi with no obvious problems. I think 70 is too much for my tastes, rides rough, etc. I'd also shy away from going down to 30 on narrower rims. But, please don't listen to me. Get the tires and experiment to figure out what works for you. Jim On May 15, 10:31 am, Garth garth...@gmail.com wrote: Thanks for the replies. Jim I could use some clarification. The XR's lowest pressure rating is different from the Schwalbe North America and the Schwalbe Global sites. What is the lowest pressure for the 700x50's? The North America site says 45-70, the Global says 30-70 , which would be the same as the Big Apples. Can they both be run at 30 psi?- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text -- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text -- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Stock Orange Quickbeam Interior Rim Width?
Curious, but not enough to take a tire off this moment. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: No Rivendell merit badge for you
beth h wrote: I was eleven when I completed the badge, and well on my way to loving bicycles forever. http://www.flickr.com/photos/bethness/3352745506/ Beth I love your saddlebag and badges and stickers. :) Lisa --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Speaking of merit badges...Association of Caffeinated Wheelmen
Are you a member? So here is the story...turning the way-back machine to about 1996, some friends and I were sitting over coffee after a ride and started to recount how many times we had done this. As it turned out, it was apparent that not only had the vast majority of our rides (bike, motorcycle, skateboard, snowboard...) started or ended over coffee, but many of our good friends and riding partners were met at the cafes we were frequenting. We had a pretty good network that spanned darn near coast to coast. An Association of Caffeinated Wheelmen I blurted out while simultaneously sketching out a logo on the napkin Fast forward to about 6 months ago, I was digging through some piles of artwork looking for something, and stumbled on my original sketch. All of the patches and hats we had originally done up were long retired, lost, or given away...so I got in touch with some of the original ACW's and told them I was going to mint some lapel pins...everyone chipped in to beat the minimums. Our whole thing was very tongue in cheek, but we wanted it to have an old money-secret society-unleash the hounds type of feel to it. Anyway after finding the iBob's / ROB's and meeting so many awesome people and reading about the network that exists between the riders, I thought it would be cool to expand the ACW. It's all for fun and conversation, and really just a bit of decoration for the bags, hats etc...but wanted to offer them up. I have @ 20-30 or so left of the lapel pins, but we can do more if interest is there. We were also contemplating doing up some patches too? $6/pc shipped to you. Trades for your club pins is good too. For that matter no interesting trade would be turned down. Drop me line hbcl...@yahoo.com or just paypal me there with your info! Stay thirsty my friendsfor coffee. ;) http://tinyurl.com/rx66y8 --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Scwalbe Big Apple/Marathon XR 50mm's
On Fri, May 15, 2009 at 7:41 AM, Garth garth...@gmail.com wrote: Greetings, I'm considering a Big Apple or Marathon XR in a 700x50 size, and wondered about the differences in gearing compared to a 700x35 tire, which I use on another bike. I can see how the gear inches change by the gear charts for different size tires, but what affect does the extra width and heft have, if any, in real world riding? A 2 tooth reduction seems to be where I'm going from my road bike using a 13-32 7 speed freewheel. A 32 mm 559 tire on a 22 mm rim measures just shy of 25. The 60 mm 559 Big Apple measured just shy of 27. Perhaps you can extrapolate. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Scwalbe Big Apple/Marathon XR 50mm's
On Fri, May 15, 2009 at 11:40 AM, JoelMatthews joelmatth...@mac.com wrote: Peter White in a thread on his forum recently opined Schwalbe's higher recommended psi is too high by 10. He did not say anything about underinflation that I am aware of. Like you, I would be concerned about going as low as 30 on a smaller rim. On May 15, 12:00 pm, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery thill@gmail.com wrote: I'd go by what's printed on the tire. I always rode mine at approx 40-55 psi on Velocity Dyad rims, and I'm pretty sure I experimented as low as 20-30 psi with no obvious problems. I think 70 is too much for Again, for 60s, both 622 and 559, I've run the front as low as 15 (by mistake) on 22 (559) and 24 (622) mm rims; no problems. Generally I've chosen 20 front, 25 rear. This does cause sidewall flop that you notice on pavement (not on dirt), but I've never had a pinch flat. 170 lb bare nekkid. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Speaking of merit badges...Association of Caffeinated Wheelmen
On Fri, May 15, 2009 at 7:08 PM, jinxed hbcl...@yahoo.com wrote: Are you a member? It's all for fun and conversation, and really just a bit of decoration for the bags, hats etc...but wanted to offer them up. I have @ 20-30 or so left of the lapel pins, but we can do more if interest is there. We were also contemplating doing up some patches too? $6/pc shipped to you. Trades for your club pins is good too. For that matter no interesting trade would be turned down. Drop me line hbcl...@yahoo.com or just paypal me there with your info! Stay thirsty my friendsfor coffee. ;) http://tinyurl.com/rx66y8 There are many things which kick ass and this is CLEARLY one of them. I'll drop you an email for a couple of these soon. -sv --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: May SoCal Rivendell Bicycle Appreciation Society Ride
Notice that it's warming up a bit, probably up to 92F. That's by 1-2:00 though, so should be in the 80's for most of the ride. Still, bring two H20 bottles and hydrate on the way over. Bring food, too. There's a supermarket on the way, but there would be a detour to get to it. If anyone is running late, we can have a mid-route link up at Crafton Hills Collegehttp://maps.google.com/maps?f=qsource=s_qhl=engeocode=q=crafton+hills+collegeie=UTF8ll=34.041458,-117.100825spn=0.017212,0.038624z=15iwloc=A. That's about 45 min into the ride. For the locals that can't make the ride, we would love to meet up post-ride at Gourmet Pizza Co, maybe threeish??? Again, Jack Browns are fine, 35mm Paselas are what I'll be riding. RTs are great too, but you'll be feeling it in your arms by the end of the ride. Soo worth it though!!! :-) See y'all at 9:00! On Mon, Apr 20, 2009 at 9:58 PM, David Estes cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: I just started a discussion on the flickr page.http://www.flickr.com/groups/socal_rivendell_bicycle_appreciation_society/discuss/72157617023666267/(and here: *http://tinyurl.com/dxbmey)* 35 miles out of Redlands, maybe about 1/2 on dirt. Plenty of elevation, but only one portion is steep (trust me, you've seen how I climb...). Love to get some folks out and enjoying the great out doors! Discussion here or on flickr is fine. Big decision is finding the date which impacts the fewest... FYI, we're also thinking a June S24O to Crystal Cove and an early July ride in San Diego. -- Cheers, David Redlands, CA -- Cheers, David Redlands, CA --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Speaking of merit badges...Association of Caffeinated Wheelmen
You may want to be fast...I think I underestimated the interest these would garner. 20 are spoken for already, I have 10 or so left. Maybe wise to check before sending funds from now on. I can have more made, but the turn time is like 3 weeks. I don't want to have people waiting. Brad There are many things which kick ass and this is CLEARLY one of them. I'll drop you an email for a couple of these soon. -sv --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Now: 30mm tire availability was: Ruffy Tuffy tire problems
On May 15, 5:18 am, Garth garth...@gmail.com wrote: My first thought is Vittoria Randonneur's. Try the Cross. They come in a 28,32 and 35. You can get them at REI.http://www.rei.com/product/709112 They are a little heavier but as always one must look into why they are heavier. More rubber and double shielding . If they fall apart, REI will take care of it. They also sell a Panaracer Crosstown in a 32mm, which may work as they run a little narrow. It's heavy too, but it's because of all that tread and super puncture resistance! I use these in a 35(34 actual on a 24mm rim) and they are great on paved and back roads. Loads of Air volume. Or just stick with a Pasela 32. I like my 35 mm (measured 34 mm) Randonneur Pros. Nice rolling, sturdy, and reflective sidewalls. Not exactly light, but the Pro's have less tread and folding beads so they're lighter (and presumably speedier) than the Cross version. Vittoria's seem to run just under stated size, so the 32s should come in around 31 actual. Bill --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
