[RBW] new (to me) Rambouillet
Hello all, Well, I can finally post here as a Rivendell owner, pretty exciting! About a month ago everything finally came together and a Rambouillet frame I bought last year is now a *bike* and is rolling the streets of Seattle. I'm very happy with it so far -- smooth is the word I keep coming back to to describe the ride. Just really smooth! That was true with the pre-fender Jack Browns (greens) but is proving to be equally true with the be-fendered Grand Bois Cypres. I've been putting off posting until I got the fenders on, which happened Saturday. There are still a couple things I'm pondering changing, but there's no nagging I gotta change that! aspect. It's ready to ride! Here's a set on flickr: http://www.flickr.com/photos/ratrocket/sets/72157624126974480/ or: http://bit.ly/coKwm8 The frame is a 60cm, orange. It's a mongel-y build -- barely anything matches (and there's not a single Shimano part on it -- which wasn't on purpose, it just happened). Some of the highlights are TA Pro5 crank (with 42/26 rings), Campagnolo front derailer, Suntour XC Pro rear derailer, Silver downtube shifters, lugged Nitto stem, Nitto Noodles (narrow ones -- 42cm), Suntour Superbe Pro brake levers pulling on Mafac Racers (with non-Mafac-style Kool Stop pads, however), American Classic seatpost holding up a B17 Champion Special (that started life honey colored), and the wheels are Torelli Masters (bane of my tire-changing existence!), Suzue Campy-copy hubs and an IRD 7 speed freewheel. Honjo fluted fenders round it out. Plus the previously mentioned Grand Bois Cypres tires. I guess those aren't highlights, that's everything! Oh, pedals: Black Ops platform pedals. Some thoughts on a few of the parts: I hadn't used downtube shifters in awhile, so that was a change in direction for me. So far so good -- just another way to shift. I've been wanting to try narrower bars. I have 46cm Noodles on my (previous?) main bike, an 80s Specialized Expedition. I'm sort of narrow-bodied, so I thought the 42s might suit me. Again, so far so good. Also, I like the feeling of changing from wider to narrower and vice versa when I switch between bikes. The gearing was a big question for me. I've never had a wide range double before, so didn't know exactly what direction to go with it, but I knew I wanted to try it out. My one worry about the gearing was that I might want something bigger than 42x13 in some situation (an incredibly strong tailwind perhaps?). So far it hasn't been a problem though. And overall the range of gears and shifting pattern (such as it is) has worked great for the riding I've been doing, which (unfortunately!) has mostly been around the city and commuting. But that includes long hills and short steep hills -- up down -- and long straight flat sections (with plenty of wind lately). Pretty varied I think, and an all right test of a bike's gearing. The pedals were a last minute change from using a rat trap-type pedal. My shop completely sold me on the giant Black Ops studded platform pedals and I'm glad they did. They're so grippy and the big platform is really comfortable. I think these are my favorite pedals I've ridden since I quit clipless a couple years ago. Black Ops is a JB Importers brand. The American Classic seatpost is just for fun. I hope it doesn't break my saddle rails. Or is it the seatpost itself that's reputed to break? That's about all. I think there are fun times ahead! I'm really looking forward to riding this bike a lot this spring summer beyond. Thanks for reading/looking if you've read this far. If you see me rolling around Seattle (or anywhere), say hi. (Or nod in my direction... or... something!) Stuart Fletcher Seattle, WA -- 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-bu...@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.
Re: [RBW] Re: bar ends for woodies?
Very clever! I like that a lot. I'll have to keep it in mind... Matt Swanson Folsom, CA On Mon, May 24, 2010 at 9:52 AM, Seth Vidal skvi...@gmail.com wrote: On Mon, May 24, 2010 at 12:50 PM, andrew hill neurod...@gmail.com wrote: hi folks, thanks to Steve for selling me a used pair of bar ends that i could experiment with - i found that the cork grips slip over em pretty well, so i put em toward the center of the bull moose bars and voila - another hand position! :) here is a not-great pic of the cockpit that i snapped at a stoplight on my way in this morning: http://salamander.net/stage/woodandcork.jpg forgive the inexpert trimming job on the cork :) A file or a little sand paper will clean that right up. -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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.comrbw-owners-bunch%2bunsubscr...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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-bu...@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: Mixing Campy 10 and Shimano 9 - Zinn article?
I am thinking about putting campy shiftybrakes (ergo power) levers on an RIVENDELL cross bike, with an 8 spd xtr cassette. Do you all have a strong preference between the models of Campy- not record obviously, but chorus seems a bit pricey and the veloce seem about right- how does the centaur line hold up in your opinion? Would I be a fool to stick to the centaur? I think I would be sort of mad if I crashed, and smashed up a pair of the chorus ergos. Are any of you running a triple? The bike is used about 50 percent trails and dirt. I use a 2x8 with the 38t 52t chainrings and 12-28 xtr or 12-32 if I am feeling whimpy. Rgith now I have suntour bar cons, but it is hard to shift when you can't move your hand off the bars due to the terrain. Have any of you all stripped the torx head on the levers? http://www.excelsports.com/new.asp?page=8description=Centaur+10+Ergopower+CarbonvendorCode=CAMPmajor=1minor=20 On May 22, 11:17 am, David Hallerman sunwarrio...@gmail.com wrote: +1 to Aaron. I also have used 10-speed Campy shifters with 9-speed Shimano cassettes and rear derailleurs, using the Jtek Shiftmate gizmo -- and it works flawlessly for me, too. Why try all these kludge solutions, when the Jtek is inexpensive and works so well? On 5/21/10 8:39 PM, Aaron Thomas wrote: I'm not sure what you mean by keeping the same number of gears. Are you implying that mixing 10sp shifters with a 9sp cassette is less than ideal? If so, I can assure you that I have that setup on two bikes and it works flawlessly. Perhaps other people's experience differs depending on the precise combination of rear derailleurs and shifters. For what it's worth, on both bikes I have Campy Veloce 10sp shifters, Ultegra long cage rear derailleur, and an Ultegra 12-27 9sp cassette. Zero problems with this setup. The Jtek works great in my experience. On May 21, 5:23 pm, James Valiensivalie...@mac.com wrote: I have tried several ways to mix Campy and Shimano. This is what I've learned: 1. Third party cassettes suck, stick with the S C brands. 2. If you keep the same number of gears, the Shift-mate gizmo work very well. 3. Sram chains seem to work very well with both Shimano Campy. 4. You can rebuild Campy Ergopower levers to 9 or 10 speed (pre 11sp stuff). Cheers! On May 21, 2010, at 9:21 AM, rinjin wrote: I have Campy 10 components (brifters, derailleurs, cranks) on my Ram but the rear hub is Shimano. Have used a Wheels Manuf. cassette and have looked at other options (Jtek shiftmate, etc). I think someone recently posted a link to a Zinn article about using Shimano 9-sp cassettes with good results. Searched the archives and can't find the link...anyone remember the post or have experience with this mix of parts? And, yes, I could just build a Campy rear wheel. But that would be so easy! Thanks, Brian Utah -- 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. James Valiensi, PE Northridge, CA H818.775.1847 M.818.585.1796 -- 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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-bu...@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: Pari - motos reach the Heart of Dixie- 650B envy
My brother loves 'em. The all black Pari-motos. Two days only one flat! He says it's totally worth it. After 75 miles and fixin a flat he hopped onto the wheel of a spandexed weight weinie who tried desperately and fruitlessly to drop him along a bike path. Grag says it was effortless to roll along compared to his Schwalbes and speedplays (natch). Reminded him of his supple Gran Bois while inspiring more confidence. Did I mention, it is a simply gorgeous tire as well. On May 22, 12:09 pm, Michael_S mikeybi...@rocketmail.com wrote: all this 650B hype has got me planning. And I had just told my chief bicycle counter ( wife) that the '91 RB-1 project was last bike for a while. Now I'm shopping for a new bike. and that Nobilette demountable approach is nifty too, but pricey. I've been looking around at a few custom builders. Some offer that Ritchey break away system which seems really slick. I'm thinking that Travel bike strategy will work ~Mike~ On May 21, 10:00 am, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: I keep eagerly checking the mailbox for mine. They are slated for the 650B conversion of my Davidson Signature. I very eager to try them out! On May 21, 7:47 am, Patrick in VT swing4...@gmail.com wrote: On May 21, 10:16 am, JL subfas...@gmail.com wrote: I'm interested to see these pictures and hear about your ride. IIRC We have near identical Road standards (mind is a '96) and I sometimes consider a 650b conversion for rando purposes. I have some pics here - both of a riv road and pari-motos (though not on the same bike!). http://www.flickr.com/photos/22267...@n02/ -- 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.-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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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-bu...@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: mounting Nitto M-12 front rack on a very long fork
I just measured the fork on my 58cm Bianchi San Jose that I have installed a m-12 on, and the measurement that you took was only 10cm on my bike. I recall having to slightly bend the rack when first put it on to get it to mount level, so I'm not sure if it would work on your bike or not (but I would bet that if you did get it to fit, you are going to have to wrestle with it for a while). Since your bike also does not have a hole on both sides of the fork crown, I would personally go a different route; maybe there is just something in me that cringes at the thought of taking a drill to a bike. Something like the Old Man Mountain Sherpa may be best for a bike that has a fork geometry similar to a mountain bike; it does not require a hole in the fork crown, and it seems to be very adjustable. If you are going to drill out the crown, I would strongly recommend taking the fork off and using a drill press. It is going to be much easier to drill the hole using the fender mount as a guide to bring the bit through the front using a press. Hopefully this helps, keep us updated as to what route you take; I am curious to see how it works out either way. On May 24, 10:52 pm, Earl Grey earlg...@gmail.com wrote: Hi, I have a Hillborne with a Nitto Mini front rack, and would like to install a Nitto M-12 front rack on my Fisher monstercross (700C). The fork has gobs of clearance, and I have been told that these racks don't fit all forks, depending on the distance between the fork crown hole and the canti bosses. The distance on my fork from center of canti boss to center of fork crown hole (measured diagonally) is 11cm. Can anyone tell me if that is going to work? (Here is a photo:http://www.flickr.com/photos/25150...@n08/4439615305/in/photostream/) Also, note that the crown is only drilled in the back to accept a fender mounting bolt. Any advice on drilling out the fork crown? I am planning to use a drill bit that just fits through the fender mounting hole to drill a pilot hole through the front part of the fork crown, and then use the correct size (8mm?) to widen the hole in the front and back of the crown. Thanks, Gernot -- 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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-bu...@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: Bullmoose, Thumbies and Rapid Rise
My beef with Rapid Rise is it eliminates a cool shifting procedure: pushing both shifters the same direction so you can drop down to a smaller (easier) front ring and smaller (harder) rear cog at the same time. Often, when dropping to a smaller front ring, the gearing change is too dramatic and causes spinout. If you can move to one higher gear in the back at the same you grab a lower one in front, it makes the ratio change narrower. Very simple and natural when both shifters are moved the same direction. On May 24, 7:26 pm, Horace max...@sdf.lonestar.org wrote: On Mon, May 24, 2010 at 11:57 AM, Ginz theg...@gmail.com wrote: Assuming the thumbies will be indexed and positioned on top of the bar, will I be able to flick the right lever forward? If so, wouldn't I want that motion to be a shift to a larger cog? If I can only shift the lever in one direction without taking my hand off the bar, wouldn't I want that to be a downshift? When I am looking for an easier gear (ie. riding up hill in the wrong gear), I'm thinking I won't want to take my hand off the bar. For this reason, is a top- normal der more appropriate? Assuming indexed thumbies, on the tops of the bars, using a Rapid Rise rear derailleur will do the opposite of what you want. That is, pushing the right lever forward will cause the bike to go into a higher gear. My wife's bike is set up this way (with a Rapid Rise rear derailleur) and that's how it works. Horace. -- 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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-bu...@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: mounting Nitto M-12 front rack on a very long fork
Thanks for the advice. The fork is built super-tough, for serious off- roading. I live in Thailand and don't have a drill press, and this is my junker, ahem, I mean trusty old stead. If I ruin the fork, I can finally go and replace this 20 year old frame with a Kogswell P/R, so I am not too worried. :) But I am debating whether to take the fork with me on my next trip, and maybe have it re-raked for a bit less trail, at which point I guess I could ask the frame builder to drill out the crown, and maybe add Riv-style mid fork braze-ons for a Mini front rack... No sure how much money I want to throw at this bike, though... Gernot On May 25, 11:29 am, jlvota jlv...@ilstu.edu wrote: I just measured the fork on my 58cm Bianchi San Jose that I have installed a m-12 on, and the measurement that you took was only 10cm on my bike. I recall having to slightly bend the rack when first put it on to get it to mount level, so I'm not sure if it would work on your bike or not (but I would bet that if you did get it to fit, you are going to have to wrestle with it for a while). Since your bike also does not have a hole on both sides of the fork crown, I would personally go a different route; maybe there is just something in me that cringes at the thought of taking a drill to a bike. Something like the Old Man Mountain Sherpa may be best for a bike that has a fork geometry similar to a mountain bike; it does not require a hole in the fork crown, and it seems to be very adjustable. If you are going to drill out the crown, I would strongly recommend taking the fork off and using a drill press. It is going to be much easier to drill the hole using the fender mount as a guide to bring the bit through the front using a press. Hopefully this helps, keep us updated as to what route you take; I am curious to see how it works out either way. On May 24, 10:52 pm, Earl Grey earlg...@gmail.com wrote: Hi, I have a Hillborne with a Nitto Mini front rack, and would like to install a Nitto M-12 front rack on my Fisher monstercross (700C). The fork has gobs of clearance, and I have been told that these racks don't fit all forks, depending on the distance between the fork crown hole and the canti bosses. The distance on my fork from center of canti boss to center of fork crown hole (measured diagonally) is 11cm. Can anyone tell me if that is going to work? (Here is a photo:http://www.flickr.com/photos/25150...@n08/4439615305/in/photostream/) Also, note that the crown is only drilled in the back to accept a fender mounting bolt. Any advice on drilling out the fork crown? I am planning to use a drill bit that just fits through the fender mounting hole to drill a pilot hole through the front part of the fork crown, and then use the correct size (8mm?) to widen the hole in the front and back of the crown. Thanks, Gernot -- 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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-bu...@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.
Re: [RBW] new (to me) Rambouillet
Nicely done Ram Stuart. You'll enjoy many miles on it. From: Stuart Fletcher stuart.fletc...@gmail.com To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Tue, May 25, 2010 1:00:42 AM Subject: [RBW] new (to me) Rambouillet Hello all, Well, I can finally post here as a Rivendell owner, pretty exciting! -- 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-bu...@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.
Re: [RBW] Re: Pari - motos reach the Heart of Dixie- 650B envy
On Mon, 2010-05-24 at 15:51 -0700, Ablejack wrote: Grag says it was effortless to roll along compared to his Schwalbes and speedplays (natch). Reminded him of his supple Gran Bois while inspiring more confidence. I have the tan sidewall model, and I would completely agree with this description. -- 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-bu...@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.
Re: [RBW] Re: Mixing Campy 10 and Shimano 9 - Zinn article?
On Mon, 2010-05-24 at 15:37 -0700, CCX wrote: I am thinking about putting campy shiftybrakes (ergo power) levers on an RIVENDELL cross bike, with an 8 spd xtr cassette. Do you all have a strong preference between the models of Campy- not record obviously, but chorus seems a bit pricey and the veloce seem about right- how does the centaur line hold up in your opinion? Would I be a fool to stick to the centaur? I have no personal experience with Ergo, but on the forums there's been much discussion over the years regarding the shape of the shifters. Each time there's a change they all chime in about how wonderful the new shape is, so much better than last year's, and the next time there's a change the new will be so much better and last year's former revelation will now be the horrible old crap. So I strongly suggest you try the feel of the levers before you commit. -- 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-bu...@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: Mixing Campy 10 and Shimano 9 - Zinn article?
On May 24, 6:37 pm, CCX chive...@gmail.com wrote: Do you all have a strong preference between the models of Campy- not record obviously, but chorus seems a bit pricey and the veloce seem about right- how does the centaur line hold up in your opinion? Would I be a fool to stick to the centaur? I think I would be sort of mad if I crashed, and smashed up a pair of the chorus ergos. i run the centaur alloy levers on my cyclocross bike. they're pretty tough in my experience. i expect to go down a few times a season on them (and I do), so the alloy is my choice for cx racing. -- 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-bu...@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: Bullmoose, Thumbies and Rapid Rise
Thanks Joe, that's a good point. I think I'll dig up an old top- normal from the parts bin and give that a try. I love my rapid rise but I believe that top-normal will win this contest! Question #2: Has anyone set up their thumbies below the bar, in which case, rapid rise might win (ie. pushing with thumb releases cable tension)? Is it possible to set them up below the bar? Ginz On May 25, 2:36 am, Joe Bernard joer...@gmail.com wrote: My beef with Rapid Rise is it eliminates a cool shifting procedure: pushing both shifters the same direction so you can drop down to a smaller (easier) front ring and smaller (harder) rear cog at the same time. Often, when dropping to a smaller front ring, the gearing change is too dramatic and causes spinout. If you can move to one higher gear in the back at the same you grab a lower one in front, it makes the ratio change narrower. Very simple and natural when both shifters are moved the same direction. On May 24, 7:26 pm, Horace max...@sdf.lonestar.org wrote: -- 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-bu...@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] FS: 1991 Bridgestone MB-Zip (Small)
I'm selling my 16.5 MB-Zip. (These small sizes are hard to find) A piece of legendary MTB history. All original except for seatpost. Saddle and pedals not included. Email me for photos. In addition to the original tires, I'll throw in brand new schwalbe big apples. http://www.sheldonbrown.com/bridgestone/1991/pages/bridgestone-1991-08.htm $700 -- 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-bu...@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.
Re: [RBW] Re: Mixing Campy 10 and Shimano 9 - Zinn article?
I have found the Centaur stuff to be completely top notch. (Brakes, hubs, BB, derailers, etc.) That being said, I have Chorus levers on my cross bike, and have not had any problems with breakage, despite this bike having many many rough miles on it. Sean --- On Tue, 5/25/10, Patrick in VT swing4...@gmail.com wrote: From: Patrick in VT swing4...@gmail.com Subject: [RBW] Re: Mixing Campy 10 and Shimano 9 - Zinn article? To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Date: Tuesday, May 25, 2010, 8:46 AM On May 24, 6:37 pm, CCX chive...@gmail.com wrote: Do you all have a strong preference between the models of Campy- not record obviously, but chorus seems a bit pricey and the veloce seem about right- how does the centaur line hold up in your opinion? Would I be a fool to stick to the centaur? I think I would be sort of mad if I crashed, and smashed up a pair of the chorus ergos. i run the centaur alloy levers on my cyclocross bike. they're pretty tough in my experience. i expect to go down a few times a season on them (and I do), so the alloy is my choice for cx racing. -- 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-bu...@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. -- 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-bu...@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] Rivendell Owners Map Worldwide
For those new to the List, I just wanted to point out a parallel RBW Owners Bunch resource -- the Rivendell Owners Worldwide Map: http://www.renaissancebicycles.com/interactive-google-maps/rivendell-owners-map/ If you are so inclined, please add yourself to the map. And more importantly, use it as resource to connect with other Rivendell owners. Thanks! Bryan -- 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-bu...@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.
Re: [RBW] new (to me) Rambouillet
Agreed, and I like the wide-range double set up. I assume you're in friction mode on the shifters? From: Bruce fullylug...@yahoo.com To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Tue, May 25, 2010 2:59:05 AM Subject: Re: [RBW] new (to me) Rambouillet Nicely done Ram Stuart. You'll enjoy many miles on it. From: Stuart Fletcher stuart.fletc...@gmail.com To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Tue, May 25, 2010 1:00:42 AM Subject: [RBW] new (to me) Rambouillet Hello all, Well, I can finally post here as a Rivendell owner, pretty exciting! -- 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-bu...@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. -- 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-bu...@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: Pari - motos reach the Heart of Dixie- 650B envy
On May 24, 6:51 pm, Ablejack ableja...@gmail.com wrote: Two days only one flat! shouldn't that read, two days, already one flat! ;) any idea what caused it? those tires are pretty tacky when first mounted - wouldn't be surprised if he picked up a bit glass and it wiggled its way through the tread. in any event, i'm not sure I think a flat every 75 miles is worth it. but, so far, so good for me .. . . -- 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-bu...@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: Mixing Campy 10 and Shimano 9 - Zinn article?
I've used both Centaur and Chorus Ergo's in the past and both worked great. I don't seem to recall changes in hood shape except the 2010 change. The Centaur and Veloce are available with silver levers if that makes a difference. I've switched to friction on all my single bikes. I am still running the Veloce 10 speed shifters withan XTR 12-32 8 speed cassette on my tandem which works great. ~Mike~ On May 25, 6:22 am, Sean Whelan strummer_...@yahoo.com wrote: I have found the Centaur stuff to be completely top notch. (Brakes, hubs, BB, derailers, etc.) That being said, I have Chorus levers on my cross bike, and have not had any problems with breakage, despite this bike having many many rough miles on it. Sean --- On Tue, 5/25/10, Patrick in VT swing4...@gmail.com wrote: From: Patrick in VT swing4...@gmail.com Subject: [RBW] Re: Mixing Campy 10 and Shimano 9 - Zinn article? To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Date: Tuesday, May 25, 2010, 8:46 AM On May 24, 6:37 pm, CCX chive...@gmail.com wrote: Do you all have a strong preference between the models of Campy- not record obviously, but chorus seems a bit pricey and the veloce seem about right- how does the centaur line hold up in your opinion? Would I be a fool to stick to the centaur? I think I would be sort of mad if I crashed, and smashed up a pair of the chorus ergos. i run the centaur alloy levers on my cyclocross bike. they're pretty tough in my experience. i expect to go down a few times a season on them (and I do), so the alloy is my choice for cx racing. -- 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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-bu...@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: mounting Nitto M-12 front rack on a very long fork
You could install a 1 star nut from the underside inside the steer tube. I would then use a Mark's rack and modify the fork mount as required. Save the trouble of drilling your fork. On May 25, 1:53 am, Earl Grey earlg...@gmail.com wrote: Thanks for the advice. The fork is built super-tough, for serious off- roading. I live in Thailand and don't have a drill press, and this is my junker, ahem, I mean trusty old stead. If I ruin the fork, I can finally go and replace this 20 year old frame with a Kogswell P/R, so I am not too worried. :) But I am debating whether to take the fork with me on my next trip, and maybe have it re-raked for a bit less trail, at which point I guess I could ask the frame builder to drill out the crown, and maybe add Riv-style mid fork braze-ons for a Mini front rack... No sure how much money I want to throw at this bike, though... Gernot On May 25, 11:29 am, jlvota jlv...@ilstu.edu wrote: I just measured the fork on my 58cm Bianchi San Jose that I have installed a m-12 on, and the measurement that you took was only 10cm on my bike. I recall having to slightly bend the rack when first put it on to get it to mount level, so I'm not sure if it would work on your bike or not (but I would bet that if you did get it to fit, you are going to have to wrestle with it for a while). Since your bike also does not have a hole on both sides of the fork crown, I would personally go a different route; maybe there is just something in me that cringes at the thought of taking a drill to a bike. Something like the Old Man Mountain Sherpa may be best for a bike that has a fork geometry similar to a mountain bike; it does not require a hole in the fork crown, and it seems to be very adjustable. If you are going to drill out the crown, I would strongly recommend taking the fork off and using a drill press. It is going to be much easier to drill the hole using the fender mount as a guide to bring the bit through the front using a press. Hopefully this helps, keep us updated as to what route you take; I am curious to see how it works out either way. On May 24, 10:52 pm, Earl Grey earlg...@gmail.com wrote: Hi, I have a Hillborne with a Nitto Mini front rack, and would like to install a Nitto M-12 front rack on my Fisher monstercross (700C). The fork has gobs of clearance, and I have been told that these racks don't fit all forks, depending on the distance between the fork crown hole and the canti bosses. The distance on my fork from center of canti boss to center of fork crown hole (measured diagonally) is 11cm. Can anyone tell me if that is going to work? (Here is a photo:http://www.flickr.com/photos/25150...@n08/4439615305/in/photostream/) Also, note that the crown is only drilled in the back to accept a fender mounting bolt. Any advice on drilling out the fork crown? I am planning to use a drill bit that just fits through the fender mounting hole to drill a pilot hole through the front part of the fork crown, and then use the correct size (8mm?) to widen the hole in the front and back of the crown. Thanks, Gernot -- 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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-bu...@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.
Re: [RBW] new (to me) Rambouillet
Thanks for the compliments! It's easier to put something nice together when you're working with such good source material as the Rambouillet. I assume you're in friction mode on the shifters? Yep, friction all the way. It has the Dia Comp/Rivendell Silver shifters on the downtube, so no clicking for me (just a little ratcheting). I'll say too -- the shifting is super smooth and precise, no surprises front or rear. The front shifting is as crisp as the rear, and doing a one-handed (right-handed) double shift in either direction is not a problem either. Not a technique I had before, but it seems suited to this gearing setup. I'm getting ready to ride it to work in a bit here... Stuart Fletcher Seattle, WA On Tue, May 25, 2010 at 06:37, Ray Shine r.sh...@sbcglobal.net wrote: Agreed, and I like the wide-range double set up. I assume you're in friction mode on the shifters? From: Bruce fullylug...@yahoo.com To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Tue, May 25, 2010 2:59:05 AM Subject: Re: [RBW] new (to me) Rambouillet Nicely done Ram Stuart. You'll enjoy many miles on it. From: Stuart Fletcher stuart.fletc...@gmail.com To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Tue, May 25, 2010 1:00:42 AM Subject: [RBW] new (to me) Rambouillet Hello all, Well, I can finally post here as a Rivendell owner, pretty exciting! -- 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-bu...@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. -- 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-bu...@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. -- 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-bu...@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: new (to me) Rambouillet
Stuart: You are going to have to get one of these: http://cyclofiend.com/stuff/#downtubeshifters (the only cotton tee shirt I own!) Your Ram turned out great. Pretty cool to see photos from a bike shop with 3 count 'em 3 Rivs on the floor. On May 25, 10:07 am, Stuart Fletcher stuart.fletc...@gmail.com wrote: Thanks for the compliments! It's easier to put something nice together when you're working with such good source material as the Rambouillet. I assume you're in friction mode on the shifters? Yep, friction all the way. It has the Dia Comp/Rivendell Silver shifters on the downtube, so no clicking for me (just a little ratcheting). I'll say too -- the shifting is super smooth and precise, no surprises front or rear. The front shifting is as crisp as the rear, and doing a one-handed (right-handed) double shift in either direction is not a problem either. Not a technique I had before, but it seems suited to this gearing setup. I'm getting ready to ride it to work in a bit here... Stuart Fletcher Seattle, WA On Tue, May 25, 2010 at 06:37, Ray Shine r.sh...@sbcglobal.net wrote: Agreed, and I like the wide-range double set up. I assume you're in friction mode on the shifters? From: Bruce fullylug...@yahoo.com To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Tue, May 25, 2010 2:59:05 AM Subject: Re: [RBW] new (to me) Rambouillet Nicely done Ram Stuart. You'll enjoy many miles on it. From: Stuart Fletcher stuart.fletc...@gmail.com To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Tue, May 25, 2010 1:00:42 AM Subject: [RBW] new (to me) Rambouillet Hello all, Well, I can finally post here as a Rivendell owner, pretty exciting! -- 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-bu...@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. -- 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-bu...@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. -- 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.- 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-bu...@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: Mixing Campy 10 and Shimano 9 - Zinn article?
I haven't used the new shape Ergo levers; I have the old shape, like these: http://www.excelsports.com/new.asp?page=8description=Veloce+10+Ergopower+LeversvendorCode=CAMPmajor=1minor=20 A few years ago, the (lower grade) Veloce were essentially the same as Centaur (higher), as far as the innards go; the only thing different was the shape of the shift blade, which reduced the weight by like 5 grams. I don't know what the difference is between Veloce and Centaur in the new hood shape, other than one has resin blades and the other carbon blades. But as Michael said above, the Centaur also come with alloy levers: http://www.universalcycles.com/shopping/product_details.php?id=25206category=771 If you're doing CX where there's a risk of taking a digger, the alloy might stand up better in a spill than carbon. On May 25, 7:31 am, Michael_S mikeybi...@rocketmail.com wrote: I've used both Centaur and Chorus Ergo's in the past and both worked great. I don't seem to recall changes in hood shape except the 2010 change. The Centaur and Veloce are available with silver levers if that makes a difference. I've switched to friction on all my single bikes. I am still running the Veloce 10 speed shifters withan XTR 12-32 8 speed cassette on my tandem which works great. ~Mike~ On May 25, 6:22 am, Sean Whelan strummer_...@yahoo.com wrote: I have found the Centaur stuff to be completely top notch. (Brakes, hubs, BB, derailers, etc.) That being said, I have Chorus levers on my cross bike, and have not had any problems with breakage, despite this bike having many many rough miles on it. Sean --- On Tue, 5/25/10, Patrick in VT swing4...@gmail.com wrote: From: Patrick in VT swing4...@gmail.com Subject: [RBW] Re: Mixing Campy 10 and Shimano 9 - Zinn article? To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Date: Tuesday, May 25, 2010, 8:46 AM On May 24, 6:37 pm, CCX chive...@gmail.com wrote: Do you all have a strong preference between the models of Campy- not record obviously, but chorus seems a bit pricey and the veloce seem about right- how does the centaur line hold up in your opinion? Would I be a fool to stick to the centaur? I think I would be sort of mad if I crashed, and smashed up a pair of the chorus ergos. i run the centaur alloy levers on my cyclocross bike. they're pretty tough in my experience. i expect to go down a few times a season on them (and I do), so the alloy is my choice for cx racing. -- 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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-bu...@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: Protovelo on SF CL
I see a Peter Mooney, a Waterford and a Merlin in the photo set. What am I doing wrong? Aside from trying to use Photobucket... Philip On May 24, 2:08 pm, franklyn sini...@msn.com wrote: Not mine, don't know the seller. Looks pristine from the picture(s) http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/bik/1750015879.html Franklyn -- 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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-bu...@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: Protovelo on SF CL
Philip On the row with the Merlin, click on the thumbnail on the right. Both the Merlin and the Protovelo have a brownish frame with red bar tape, so it's confusing. Bill On May 25, 9:07 am, Philip Williamson philip.william...@gmail.com wrote: I see a Peter Mooney, a Waterford and a Merlin in the photo set. What am I doing wrong? Aside from trying to use Photobucket... Philip On May 24, 2:08 pm, franklyn sini...@msn.com wrote: Not mine, don't know the seller. Looks pristine from the picture(s) http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/bik/1750015879.html Franklyn -- 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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-bu...@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: new (to me) Rambouillet
Gorgeous. Don't forget to send some photos to the cyclofiend collection. I have a been riding for 35 years and my blue Rambouillet is my all time favorite bike. It just has excellent road manners - climbs well, is rock solid on high speed descents, and comfortable for all day riding. I have long regretted not getting the orange. I hesitated until I saw one in person on a ferry leaving Victoria, but by then they weren't available in my size. I have the hammered Honjos on my Ram, and they have held up very well. I have the fluted Honjos on my Ebisu, which I use for commuting. That bike sees a lot of rough road ever day and it has more of a challenge to keep the fenders (and lots of other parts) tightened down and rattle free. Congratulations, and I hope you enjoy every mile on that bike. Michael Westford, Vt On May 25, 2:00 am, Stuart Fletcher stuart.fletc...@gmail.com wrote: Hello all, Well, I can finally post here as a Rivendell owner, pretty exciting! About a month ago everything finally came together and a Rambouillet frame I bought last year is now a *bike* and is rolling the streets of Seattle. I'm very happy with it so far -- smooth is the word I keep coming back to to describe the ride. Just really smooth! That was true with the pre-fender Jack Browns (greens) but is proving to be equally true with the be-fendered Grand Bois Cypres. I've been putting off posting until I got the fenders on, which happened Saturday. There are still a couple things I'm pondering changing, but there's no nagging I gotta change that! aspect. It's ready to ride! Here's a set on flickr: http://www.flickr.com/photos/ratrocket/sets/72157624126974480/ or:http://bit.ly/coKwm8 The frame is a 60cm, orange. It's a mongel-y build -- barely anything matches (and there's not a single Shimano part on it -- which wasn't on purpose, it just happened). Some of the highlights are TA Pro5 crank (with 42/26 rings), Campagnolo front derailer, Suntour XC Pro rear derailer, Silver downtube shifters, lugged Nitto stem, Nitto Noodles (narrow ones -- 42cm), Suntour Superbe Pro brake levers pulling on Mafac Racers (with non-Mafac-style Kool Stop pads, however), American Classic seatpost holding up a B17 Champion Special (that started life honey colored), and the wheels are Torelli Masters (bane of my tire-changing existence!), Suzue Campy-copy hubs and an IRD 7 speed freewheel. Honjo fluted fenders round it out. Plus the previously mentioned Grand Bois Cypres tires. I guess those aren't highlights, that's everything! Oh, pedals: Black Ops platform pedals. Some thoughts on a few of the parts: I hadn't used downtube shifters in awhile, so that was a change in direction for me. So far so good -- just another way to shift. I've been wanting to try narrower bars. I have 46cm Noodles on my (previous?) main bike, an 80s Specialized Expedition. I'm sort of narrow-bodied, so I thought the 42s might suit me. Again, so far so good. Also, I like the feeling of changing from wider to narrower and vice versa when I switch between bikes. The gearing was a big question for me. I've never had a wide range double before, so didn't know exactly what direction to go with it, but I knew I wanted to try it out. My one worry about the gearing was that I might want something bigger than 42x13 in some situation (an incredibly strong tailwind perhaps?). So far it hasn't been a problem though. And overall the range of gears and shifting pattern (such as it is) has worked great for the riding I've been doing, which (unfortunately!) has mostly been around the city and commuting. But that includes long hills and short steep hills -- up down -- and long straight flat sections (with plenty of wind lately). Pretty varied I think, and an all right test of a bike's gearing. The pedals were a last minute change from using a rat trap-type pedal. My shop completely sold me on the giant Black Ops studded platform pedals and I'm glad they did. They're so grippy and the big platform is really comfortable. I think these are my favorite pedals I've ridden since I quit clipless a couple years ago. Black Ops is a JB Importers brand. The American Classic seatpost is just for fun. I hope it doesn't break my saddle rails. Or is it the seatpost itself that's reputed to break? That's about all. I think there are fun times ahead! I'm really looking forward to riding this bike a lot this spring summer beyond. Thanks for reading/looking if you've read this far. If you see me rolling around Seattle (or anywhere), say hi. (Or nod in my direction... or... something!) Stuart Fletcher Seattle, WA -- 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more
[RBW] Re: Mixing Campy 10 and Shimano 9 - Zinn article?
On May 24, 3:37 pm, CCX chive...@gmail.com wrote: I am thinking about putting campy shiftybrakes (ergo power) levers on an RIVENDELL cross bike, with an 8 spd xtr cassette. Do you all have a strong preference between the models of Campy- not record obviously, but chorus seems a bit pricey and the veloce seem about right- how does the centaur line hold up in your opinion? Would I be a fool to stick to the centaur? I have older Record 9 ergos on one bike and Centaur 9 ergos on another. Despite the fact that the Record is lighter and has ball bearings in it versus bushings on the Centaur, there's nothing noticeable about the shifting. Unless weight is a factor, which it doesn't sound like it, get the Centaur. I think I would be sort of mad if I crashed, and smashed up a pair of the chorus ergos. Are any of you running a triple? Crashes happen. Like others have stated, get the ones that fit your hands. There are actually three generations of Campy ergos, the pointy hood ones that were only 8 and 9 speed from 1997 to about 1999; the round hood ones that were 9 and 10 speed from about 1999 to 2006; and the latest version from about 2006/07 to present. As for running a triple, unlike Shimano, where you have to get specific double or triple front STI shifters, ALL campy ergos are triple compatible because of the ratcheting design of the front shifter. Note, the Escape or QR front ergos from 2007-08 or 09, are more Shimano-ish and probably requires the use of a specific front der. The bike is used about 50 percent trails and dirt. All Campy ergos should be able to handle any kind of road. I use a 2x8 with the 38t 52t chainrings and 12-28 xtr or 12-32 if I am feeling whimpy. Rgith now I have suntour bar cons, but it is hard to shift when you can't move your hand off the bars due to the terrain. Integrated shifters solved this problem! The key is to find one that fits your hand. Have any of you all stripped the torx head on the levers? Older round hood style ergos don't use torx head bolts. However, if the latest version uses it, I suggest getting a good set of torx wrenches from Sears or if you can afford better, Snap-on! Good Luck! -- 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-bu...@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.
RE: [RBW] Re: Pari - motos reach the Heart of Dixie- 650B envy
I'm sure he asked the weinie if he could draft, right? And offered to pull through, right? Cause sitting on a stranger's wheel is just rude and dangerous...right? Steve -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com]on Behalf Of Ablejack Sent: Monday, May 24, 2010 6:52 PM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] Re: Pari - motos reach the Heart of Dixie- 650B envy My brother loves 'em. The all black Pari-motos. Two days only one flat! He says it's totally worth it. After 75 miles and fixin a flat he hopped onto the wheel of a spandexed weight weinie who tried desperately and fruitlessly to drop him along a bike path. Grag says it was effortless to roll along compared to his Schwalbes and speedplays (natch). Reminded him of his supple Gran Bois while inspiring more confidence. Did I mention, it is a simply gorgeous tire as well. On May 22, 12:09 pm, Michael_S mikeybi...@rocketmail.com wrote: all this 650B hype has got me planning. And I had just told my chief bicycle counter ( wife) that the '91 RB-1 project was last bike for a while. Now I'm shopping for a new bike. and that Nobilette demountable approach is nifty too, but pricey. I've been looking around at a few custom builders. Some offer that Ritchey break away system which seems really slick. I'm thinking that Travel bike strategy will work ~Mike~ On May 21, 10:00 am, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: I keep eagerly checking the mailbox for mine. They are slated for the 650B conversion of my Davidson Signature. I very eager to try them out! On May 21, 7:47 am, Patrick in VT swing4...@gmail.com wrote: On May 21, 10:16 am, JL subfas...@gmail.com wrote: I'm interested to see these pictures and hear about your ride. IIRC We have near identical Road standards (mind is a '96) and I sometimes consider a 650b conversion for rando purposes. I have some pics here - both of a riv road and pari-motos (though not on the same bike!). http://www.flickr.com/photos/22267...@n02/ -- 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.-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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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-bu...@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. -- 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-bu...@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] Best Bicycle Route into Los Angeles/West Hollywood-ish
Hello... I have my bike trip planned as far as Ventura, CA. AS I will not be camping, and do not have $800 for a night's lodging (!), I am would like suggestions about biking into LA. Thanks. -- CRM says Got Mind? Got Bicycle? Got Bicycle Mind? -- 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-bu...@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: Alternative to Silver Shifters
which model no. is it - Suntour Model: LD-4850? I picked up a new pair a while ago for about $15. still waiting for a project. The shifters I put on my new RB-1 Project are the Suntour SL model SL- SL00-B which do indexing and friction. circa '91-94. I'm very happy with these so far. And I think the LD 4850 model is what Dia Compe copied to make the Silver Shifter sold today. ~Mike~ On May 25, 12:08 pm, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: I like my Silver shifters a lot. They appear to me to be exact copies of Suntour Sprint shifters from the mid 80's. As I've been setting up a couple bikes, I had the motivation to search for the Suntour originals. On ebay, there are sellers that have them 'Buy it now' for $60 - $80. Then I found this guy who was auctioning a set starting at $14.99 new in box. I bid and won at $20 + shipping. I got them in the mail and they are brand new, like time capsule from 1983. Perfecto. I saw the same seller list them again, so I asked him if he'd give me a deal on a few more, and he agreed to sell 4 more pair to me for $80 shipped. He said he had to 'open up another case' to get the fourth set. So, the guy seems to have a lot of these completely new, Suntour Sprint retro-friction downtube shifters, which work perfectly on barcon adapters. If anyone wants to contact him and get some, let me know. I'm stocked for life now. -- 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-bu...@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: new (to me) Rambouillet
Very nice not Mongerly at all! Are those inside-the-LBS photos at Aarons in West Seattle? Enjoy the smooth riding Ryan W.Seattle On May 25, 9:31 am, MichaelH mhech...@gmail.com wrote: Gorgeous. Don't forget to send some photos to the cyclofiend collection. I have a been riding for 35 years and my blue Rambouillet is my all time favorite bike. It just has excellent road manners - climbs well, is rock solid on high speed descents, and comfortable for all day riding. I have long regretted not getting the orange. I hesitated until I saw one in person on a ferry leaving Victoria, but by then they weren't available in my size. I have the hammered Honjos on my Ram, and they have held up very well. I have the fluted Honjos on my Ebisu, which I use for commuting. That bike sees a lot of rough road ever day and it has more of a challenge to keep the fenders (and lots of other parts) tightened down and rattle free. Congratulations, and I hope you enjoy every mile on that bike. Michael Westford, Vt On May 25, 2:00 am, Stuart Fletcher stuart.fletc...@gmail.com wrote: Hello all, Well, I can finally post here as a Rivendell owner, pretty exciting! About a month ago everything finally came together and a Rambouillet frame I bought last year is now a *bike* and is rolling the streets of Seattle. I'm very happy with it so far -- smooth is the word I keep coming back to to describe the ride. Just really smooth! That was true with the pre-fender Jack Browns (greens) but is proving to be equally true with the be-fendered Grand Bois Cypres. I've been putting off posting until I got the fenders on, which happened Saturday. There are still a couple things I'm pondering changing, but there's no nagging I gotta change that! aspect. It's ready to ride! Here's a set on flickr: http://www.flickr.com/photos/ratrocket/sets/72157624126974480/ or:http://bit.ly/coKwm8 The frame is a 60cm, orange. It's a mongel-y build -- barely anything matches (and there's not a single Shimano part on it -- which wasn't on purpose, it just happened). Some of the highlights are TA Pro5 crank (with 42/26 rings), Campagnolo front derailer, Suntour XC Pro rear derailer, Silver downtube shifters, lugged Nitto stem, Nitto Noodles (narrow ones -- 42cm), Suntour Superbe Pro brake levers pulling on Mafac Racers (with non-Mafac-style Kool Stop pads, however), American Classic seatpost holding up a B17 Champion Special (that started life honey colored), and the wheels are Torelli Masters (bane of my tire-changing existence!), Suzue Campy-copy hubs and an IRD 7 speed freewheel. Honjo fluted fenders round it out. Plus the previously mentioned Grand Bois Cypres tires. I guess those aren't highlights, that's everything! Oh, pedals: Black Ops platform pedals. Some thoughts on a few of the parts: I hadn't used downtube shifters in awhile, so that was a change in direction for me. So far so good -- just another way to shift. I've been wanting to try narrower bars. I have 46cm Noodles on my (previous?) main bike, an 80s Specialized Expedition. I'm sort of narrow-bodied, so I thought the 42s might suit me. Again, so far so good. Also, I like the feeling of changing from wider to narrower and vice versa when I switch between bikes. The gearing was a big question for me. I've never had a wide range double before, so didn't know exactly what direction to go with it, but I knew I wanted to try it out. My one worry about the gearing was that I might want something bigger than 42x13 in some situation (an incredibly strong tailwind perhaps?). So far it hasn't been a problem though. And overall the range of gears and shifting pattern (such as it is) has worked great for the riding I've been doing, which (unfortunately!) has mostly been around the city and commuting. But that includes long hills and short steep hills -- up down -- and long straight flat sections (with plenty of wind lately). Pretty varied I think, and an all right test of a bike's gearing. The pedals were a last minute change from using a rat trap-type pedal. My shop completely sold me on the giant Black Ops studded platform pedals and I'm glad they did. They're so grippy and the big platform is really comfortable. I think these are my favorite pedals I've ridden since I quit clipless a couple years ago. Black Ops is a JB Importers brand. The American Classic seatpost is just for fun. I hope it doesn't break my saddle rails. Or is it the seatpost itself that's reputed to break? That's about all. I think there are fun times ahead! I'm really looking forward to riding this bike a lot this spring summer beyond. Thanks for reading/looking if you've read this far. If you see me rolling around Seattle (or anywhere), say hi. (Or nod in my direction... or... something!) Stuart Fletcher Seattle, WA -- You
Re: [RBW] Re: Alternative to Silver Shifters
On Tue, 2010-05-25 at 13:43 -0700, Michael_S wrote: which model no. is it - Suntour Model: LD-4850? I picked up a new pair a while ago for about $15. still waiting for a project. Interestingly, there are two sellers on ebay who are selling these with buy it now prices of over $60. There's one online cycling goods vendor who I tripped on last week googling around who has them NOS in their current inventory, selling for around $50. They're great shifters. Just don't let your bike fall down and land on them so they bend the shifter sideways. I did, and the sideways force popped off the triangular sheet metal cover over the inner works. After a couple of weeks of riding around with a floppy left shifter, the little sprag that engages the ratchet fell out. Fortunately, that happened when the bike was on the workstand rather than on the road; it wouldn't have been fun to finish the ride in the granny ring! -- 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-bu...@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: Alternative to Silver Shifters
Michael It was the Suntour LD-4850 that I bought. Retrofriction only, like the Silvers. The seller's ebay handle is ginchm, and I was very pleased with my purchases. He doesn't appear to have any items listed right now, but you can still send him a message through ebay and tell him what your needs are. Good luck! Bill On May 25, 1:43 pm, Michael_S mikeybi...@rocketmail.com wrote: which model no. is it - Suntour Model: LD-4850? I picked up a new pair a while ago for about $15. still waiting for a project. The shifters I put on my new RB-1 Project are the Suntour SL model SL- SL00-B which do indexing and friction. circa '91-94. I'm very happy with these so far. And I think the LD 4850 model is what Dia Compe copied to make the Silver Shifter sold today. ~Mike~ On May 25, 12:08 pm, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: I like my Silver shifters a lot. They appear to me to be exact copies of Suntour Sprint shifters from the mid 80's. As I've been setting up a couple bikes, I had the motivation to search for the Suntour originals. On ebay, there are sellers that have them 'Buy it now' for $60 - $80. Then I found this guy who was auctioning a set starting at $14.99 new in box. I bid and won at $20 + shipping. I got them in the mail and they are brand new, like time capsule from 1983. Perfecto. I saw the same seller list them again, so I asked him if he'd give me a deal on a few more, and he agreed to sell 4 more pair to me for $80 shipped. He said he had to 'open up another case' to get the fourth set. So, the guy seems to have a lot of these completely new, Suntour Sprint retro-friction downtube shifters, which work perfectly on barcon adapters. If anyone wants to contact him and get some, let me know. I'm stocked for life now. -- 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-bu...@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: Best Bicycle Route into Los Angeles/West Hollywood-ish
I'd stick to the coast. It's more pleasant than the inland route. Also, if you go inland, you climb over the Santa Monica mountains twice -- once to get to the valley and again to get over to W. Hollywood. The coast mostly has a shoulder, but watch out for parked cars opening doors. I'd do that route early in the morning on a weekend if you can to avoid the beach traffic. If it's a weekday, wait until after the commute rush. When you get to Santa Monica head inland on Entrada to Ocean Ave, which will take you up to San Vicente Blvd. San Vicente will take you into Westwood. I'd probably take Santa Monica Blvd to West Hollywood from there but don't expect a fun ride. It will be heavy traffic and you'll need to be alert. I haven't lived in LA for a long time, so maybe some current Angelenos will chime in with alternatives. jim m wc ca Once you get to Santa Monica On May 25, 10:36 am, Christine Masterson crmaster...@gmail.com wrote: Hello... I have my bike trip planned as far as Ventura, CA. AS I will not be camping, and do not have $800 for a night's lodging (!), I am would like suggestions about biking into LA. Thanks. -- CRM says Got Mind? Got Bicycle? Got Bicycle Mind? -- 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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-bu...@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] For Sale--Stuff
Got some stuff for sale. Nitto Campee Rear rack. This is the kind with the detachable pannier supports. Fine condition. $150 shipped (oh, and you need canti-studs to mount it and long chainstays are recommended). 1 set of powergrips. Standard size. Used a couple of times. $10 Shipped. 2 swobo ss jersies. One red, one tree mud. Both xxl's. $25 each shipped. Nitto m-12 rack. Fine condition. 55 shipped. Scott -- 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-bu...@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.
Re: [RBW] Re: new (to me) Rambouillet
Joel, MichaelH, Ryan all: Thanks for the replies compliments! Joel: I actually had the Cyclofiend DT shifter t-shirt in the back of my mind when I was deciding on the shifters. I guess I can safely join the club now :) Pretty cool to see photos from a bike shop with 3 count 'em 3 Rivs on the floor. It's an unusually great bike shop. After I put my camera away the Atlantis left and Ro rolled in on his Kustard Kogswell P/R to join the two Rivendells. (Everyone knows Ro, right??) Ryan: that *is* Aaron's in West Seattle. I live right up the street (Oregon California) and they've been my shop since I've been back in Seattle (6 or 7 years now). I'd known about Bridgestone (still have my bought-new 1991 MB-1) but Aaron's shop helped hip me to Rivendell after not paying attention to bikes for several years. So they are sort of integral to my Rivendell experience. Aaron's is very focused on practical cycling, plus it's a fun place to hang out. On Tue, May 25, 2010 at 09:31, MichaelH mhech...@gmail.com wrote: Gorgeous. Don't forget to send some photos to the cyclofiend collection. I will definitely submit photos to the Cyclofiend gallery. I've trawled the galleries looking for ideas myself, so I'd be honored to have my ride alongside all the great stuff in there, for sure. I have to get some nicer pictures first though... if only we could get some sustained sun in Seattle. Happy riding to all, Stuart Fletcher Seattle, WA -- 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-bu...@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.
Re: [RBW] Re: mounting Nitto M-12 front rack on a very long fork
I would try to mimick this installation using 4 P-clams. http://www.flickr.com/photos/32306...@n07/3311380007/ You won't mess up your fork if you later change your mind. René -- 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-bu...@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: Pari - motos reach the Heart of Dixie- 650B envy
They just arrived in the northwoods of Wisconsin. If I don't get more than 2 days outta them without a flat, they will be given away. Just the same, I think they will be fine. I hope to get them mounted for a Memorial Day Weekend Ride or two. They smell good. Kinda like opening a GOOD beer. smell it before you try it. On May 24, 5:51 pm, Ablejack ableja...@gmail.com wrote: My brother loves 'em. The all black Pari-motos. Two days only one flat! He says it's totally worth it. After 75 miles and fixin a flat he hopped onto the wheel of a spandexed weight weinie who tried desperately and fruitlessly to drop him along a bike path. Grag says it was effortless to roll along compared to his Schwalbes and speedplays (natch). Reminded him of his supple Gran Bois while inspiring more confidence. Did I mention, it is a simply gorgeous tire as well. On May 22, 12:09 pm, Michael_S mikeybi...@rocketmail.com wrote: all this 650B hype has got me planning. And I had just told my chief bicycle counter ( wife) that the '91 RB-1 project was last bike for a while. Now I'm shopping for a new bike. and that Nobilette demountable approach is nifty too, but pricey. I've been looking around at a few custom builders. Some offer that Ritchey break away system which seems really slick. I'm thinking that Travel bike strategy will work ~Mike~ On May 21, 10:00 am, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: I keep eagerly checking the mailbox for mine. They are slated for the 650B conversion of my Davidson Signature. I very eager to try them out! On May 21, 7:47 am, Patrick in VT swing4...@gmail.com wrote: On May 21, 10:16 am, JL subfas...@gmail.com wrote: I'm interested to see these pictures and hear about your ride. IIRC We have near identical Road standards (mind is a '96) and I sometimes consider a 650b conversion for rando purposes. I have some pics here - both of a riv road and pari-motos (though not on the same bike!). http://www.flickr.com/photos/22267...@n02/ -- 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.-Hidequoted 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.- 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-bu...@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: For Sale--Stuff
Mark I'm interested in your M12 rack if it hasn't sold. Thanks Mitch San Luis Obispo, CA On May 25, 3:22 pm, scott clankbonesh...@gmail.com wrote: Got some stuff for sale. Nitto Campee Rear rack. This is the kind with the detachable pannier supports. Fine condition. $150 shipped (oh, and you need canti-studs to mount it and long chainstays are recommended). 1 set of powergrips. Standard size. Used a couple of times. $10 Shipped. 2 swobo ss jersies. One red, one tree mud. Both xxl's. $25 each shipped. Nitto m-12 rack. Fine condition. 55 shipped. Scott -- 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-bu...@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.
Re: [RBW] Re: For Sale--Stuff
Mitch it sold. Your Campee rack when out UPS this afternoon. On May 25, 2010, at 4:56 PM, Mitch Browne wrote: Mark I'm interested in your M12 rack if it hasn't sold. Thanks Mitch San Luis Obispo, CA On May 25, 3:22 pm, scott clankbonesh...@gmail.com wrote: Got some stuff for sale. Nitto Campee Rear rack. This is the kind with the detachable pannier supports. Fine condition. $150 shipped (oh, and you need canti-studs to mount it and long chainstays are recommended). 1 set of powergrips. Standard size. Used a couple of times. $10 Shipped. 2 swobo ss jersies. One red, one tree mud. Both xxl's. $25 each shipped. Nitto m-12 rack. Fine condition. 55 shipped. Scott -- 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-bu...@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. James Valiensi, PE Northridge, CA H818.775.1847 M.818.585.1796 -- 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-bu...@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.
Re: [RBW] Best Bicycle Route into Los Angeles/West Hollywood-ish
Christine, I road from Ventura to the west end of Simi Valley via Telephone Rd (or maybe Telegraph Rd, I get them mixed up). You can ride across Simi to the San Fernando Valley and then into Hollywood. It's not as scenic as PCH but its more direct. I'd say its about 80 miles. Cheers! On May 25, 2010, at 10:36 AM, Christine Masterson wrote: Hello... I have my bike trip planned as far as Ventura, CA. AS I will not be camping, and do not have $800 for a night's lodging (!), I am would like suggestions about biking into LA. Thanks. -- CRM says Got Mind? Got Bicycle? Got Bicycle Mind? -- 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-bu...@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. James Valiensi, PE Northridge, 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-bu...@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.
Re: [RBW] Re: Best Bicycle Route into Los Angeles/West Hollywood-ish
Don't know if it fits into your itinerary, but the HI hostel in Santa Monica is a nice place to have a layover: http://www.hilosangeles.org/ On Tue, May 25, 2010 at 2:44 PM, Jim M. mather...@gmail.com wrote: I'd stick to the coast. It's more pleasant than the inland route. Also, if you go inland, you climb over the Santa Monica mountains twice -- once to get to the valley and again to get over to W. Hollywood. The coast mostly has a shoulder, but watch out for parked cars opening doors. I'd do that route early in the morning on a weekend if you can to avoid the beach traffic. If it's a weekday, wait until after the commute rush. When you get to Santa Monica head inland on Entrada to Ocean Ave, which will take you up to San Vicente Blvd. San Vicente will take you into Westwood. I'd probably take Santa Monica Blvd to West Hollywood from there but don't expect a fun ride. It will be heavy traffic and you'll need to be alert. I haven't lived in LA for a long time, so maybe some current Angelenos will chime in with alternatives. jim m wc ca Once you get to Santa Monica On May 25, 10:36 am, Christine Masterson crmaster...@gmail.com wrote: Hello... I have my bike trip planned as far as Ventura, CA. AS I will not be camping, and do not have $800 for a night's lodging (!), I am would like suggestions about biking into LA. Thanks. -- CRM says Got Mind? Got Bicycle? Got Bicycle Mind? -- 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.comrbw-owners-bunch%2bunsubscr...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group athttp:// groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.comrbw-owners-bunch%2bunsubscr...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- Cheers, David Redlands, CA Bicycling is a big part of the future. It has to be. There is something wrong with a society that drives a car to workout in a gym. ~Bill Nye, scientist guy -- 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-bu...@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] Sachs Freewheels and 110 Chain rings FS
Hullo, I have a tin box with four Sachs frees that have the cogs removed. And two complete Sachs freewheels. Some times the bodies get sticky or may for function right. They are used, but not much. $50 shipped to you. See at: http://www.flickr.com/photos/jamespatrickvaliensi/sets/72157624013348587/ And I have a 110 pattern chainring collection you might want. There are two brand new Sugino rings (take off) 36 46. And two used, but not much, made in USA rings, 52 48. $60 + shipping See photos at: http://www.flickr.com/photos/jamespatrickvaliensi/sets/72157624013352853/ Thanks! James Valiensi Northridge, 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-bu...@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: new (to me) Rambouillet
Stuart, Congratulations, and welcome to the club - looks like a great ride. I think that is the best shade of orange ever to grace a bicycle. I love my AHH, and they are obviously quite similar in design. Look forward to seeing it in person soon. Best regards, Alex -- 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-bu...@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] sticky new tires picking up junk
Patrick in VT says...* hose tires are pretty tacky when first mounted - wouldn't be surprised if he picked up a bit glass and it* In the '80s I and everybody I knew rode Avocet tires (slicks), and we all agreed they looked like Almond Roca after the first many minutes. You had to ride them in dirt to get rid of the pick-up-junk effect. - Grant Rivendell Bicycle Works www.rivbike.com 925 933 7304 -- 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-bu...@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.
Re: [RBW] Re: Did you ride your Rivendell to work on Friday?
Rode my 1973 Schwinn 3-speed. Just can't bring myself to lock the Riv outside on the streets of NYC all day. It was a perfect day in the mid-Atlantic states. :-) Peter Andrews wrote: Rode my single-speed Bomba (my only bike at the moment... mmm, well I do have a Cannondale F1000sl that's been hanging in the rafters for a bit). I ride it every day to and from work, which totals just about 11 miles or so. Helps me get out of bed at 2am. Puts a big fat grin on my face riding through Jingletown on to Alameda and finally to Bay Farm Island at that nutty hour in the morning. Most of the trouble makers don't give a hoot about a dude on a bike at that time of the morning, and the traffic is delicious. I run 44x16x29er to get through the dicier 'hoods (they're all flat in East Oakland) a bit more efficiently. Get a fatter grin on my way home before noon to take in the views of SF riding along the Bay Trail: http://www.flickr.com/photos/beardedpeter/sets/72157623796551202/ -Peter On May 22, 10:09 am, Angus angusle...@sbcglobal.net wrote: Friday was national bike to work day...or something like that. I rode the All-Rounder to work for the first time since minor back surgery five weeks ago...felt really good to be back on the bike again :-) How did y'all do? Angus -- 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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-bu...@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. -- 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-bu...@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: new (to me) Rambouillet
Love that bike... wow? esp. the no shimaNo build kit, very eclectic. where does everybody find these frames? seems like on Ebay and CL those sizes get snapped up super fast. Enjoy and ride! ~Mike~ On May 25, 8:02 pm, amoll68 amol...@comcast.net wrote: Stuart, Congratulations, and welcome to the club - looks like a great ride. I think that is the best shade of orange ever to grace a bicycle. I love my AHH, and they are obviously quite similar in design. Look forward to seeing it in person soon. Best regards, Alex -- 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-bu...@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: Pari - motos reach the Heart of Dixie- 650B envy
Ok I am convinced, I ordered the pari motos today! On May 25, 4:38 pm, Frankwurst fbr...@jwperry.com wrote: They just arrived in the northwoods of Wisconsin. If I don't get more than 2 days outta them without a flat, they will be given away. Just the same, I think they will be fine. I hope to get them mounted for a Memorial Day Weekend Ride or two. They smell good. Kinda like opening a GOOD beer. smell it before you try it. On May 24, 5:51 pm, Ablejack ableja...@gmail.com wrote: My brother loves 'em. The all black Pari-motos. Two days only one flat! He says it's totally worth it. After 75 miles and fixin a flat he hopped onto the wheel of a spandexed weight weinie who tried desperately and fruitlessly to drop him along a bike path. Grag says it was effortless to roll along compared to his Schwalbes and speedplays (natch). Reminded him of his supple Gran Bois while inspiring more confidence. Did I mention, it is a simply gorgeous tire as well. On May 22, 12:09 pm, Michael_S mikeybi...@rocketmail.com wrote: all this 650B hype has got me planning. And I had just told my chief bicycle counter ( wife) that the '91 RB-1 project was last bike for a while. Now I'm shopping for a new bike. and that Nobilette demountable approach is nifty too, but pricey. I've been looking around at a few custom builders. Some offer that Ritchey break away system which seems really slick. I'm thinking that Travel bike strategy will work ~Mike~ On May 21, 10:00 am, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: I keep eagerly checking the mailbox for mine. They are slated for the 650B conversion of my Davidson Signature. I very eager to try them out! On May 21, 7:47 am, Patrick in VT swing4...@gmail.com wrote: On May 21, 10:16 am, JL subfas...@gmail.com wrote: I'm interested to see these pictures and hear about your ride. IIRC We have near identical Road standards (mind is a '96) and I sometimes consider a 650b conversion for rando purposes. I have some pics here - both of a riv road and pari-motos (though not on the same bike!). http://www.flickr.com/photos/22267...@n02/ -- 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.-Hidequotedtext - - 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.-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-bu...@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.
Re: [RBW] Re: Best Bicycle Route into Los Angeles/West Hollywood-ish
I'd suggest the coast too... but once you hit Venice Beach, maybe you would want to pick up the Ballona Creek bike path (along LA River tributary) and take that 7 miles into Culver City - then there are lots of cool little parts of LA between West and Central LA.. to go cross-town that far south you prob want to head up Fairfax and then east on 8th - it becomes really nice tree shady neighborhoods there for a while. after that you can move up to 4th, if you want to get up towards hollywood / koreatown / griffith park. best, andrew (los angeles) On May 25, 2010, at 2:44 PM, Jim M. wrote: I'd stick to the coast. It's more pleasant than the inland route. Also, if you go inland, you climb over the Santa Monica mountains twice -- once to get to the valley and again to get over to W. Hollywood. The coast mostly has a shoulder, but watch out for parked cars opening doors. I'd do that route early in the morning on a weekend if you can to avoid the beach traffic. If it's a weekday, wait until after the commute rush. When you get to Santa Monica head inland on Entrada to Ocean Ave, which will take you up to San Vicente Blvd. San Vicente will take you into Westwood. I'd probably take Santa Monica Blvd to West Hollywood from there but don't expect a fun ride. It will be heavy traffic and you'll need to be alert. I haven't lived in LA for a long time, so maybe some current Angelenos will chime in with alternatives. jim m wc ca Once you get to Santa Monica On May 25, 10:36 am, Christine Masterson crmaster...@gmail.com wrote: Hello... I have my bike trip planned as far as Ventura, CA. AS I will not be camping, and do not have $800 for a night's lodging (!), I am would like suggestions about biking into LA. Thanks. -- 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-bu...@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: For Sale--Stuff
Wondering if that campee rack was still for sale? -Manny On May 25, 3:22 pm, scott clankbonesh...@gmail.com wrote: Got some stuff for sale. Nitto Campee Rear rack. This is the kind with the detachable pannier supports. Fine condition. $150 shipped (oh, and you need canti-studs to mount it and long chainstays are recommended). 1 set of powergrips. Standard size. Used a couple of times. $10 Shipped. 2 swobo ss jersies. One red, one tree mud. Both xxl's. $25 each shipped. Nitto m-12 rack. Fine condition. 55 shipped. Scott -- 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-bu...@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.
Re: [RBW] Re: new (to me) Rambouillet
Love the bike and build, Stuart. Orange Rivs rock! I'll wave if I see you around Seattle... Brian -- 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-bu...@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: sticky new tires picking up junk
Makes sense - good tip. Thanks Grant. Alex -- 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-bu...@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.
