[RBW] Sturmey s3x or s2 on a Quickbeam?
I'm itching to build a new wheelset around some cheap rims and spokes I got from Iro. I'm thinking an Alfine dyno front, and either a fixed 3-speed s3x, or a brakeless two-speed kickback hub (the S2). Does anyone have experience with either of these hubs? I have a Sachs automatic 2-speed I ran for a while, but always resented the coaster brake. I like fixed-gear riding better than freewheeling, but I'm worried about the 3 degrees of reported chain lash on the s3x. Philip Philip Williamson www.biketinker.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Thoughts and experiences with 48cm Noodles?
My guess is that an LHT would be a bigger theft target than a Hillborne, as it is far easier to resell. I'd get a Sam. I have 46cm noodles on the Sam, 48s on a monstercross. I don't notice the difference, but of course the bikes are different in many ways. I am 59.5. I also don't think the 48s look wide, even on a tiny 17 frame: http://www.cyclofiend.com/cc/2010/cc797-gernothuber0510.html (Look at second to last photo) Cheers, Gernot On Feb 23, 6:26 am, iamkeith keithhar...@gmail.com wrote: I'm a little over 6'1, and probably average shoulder width. I had a pair of 48cm noodles on an old b-stone XO-1, and then bought a 60cm Rambouillet with a 46cm noodle on it. Being used to the 48cm, I couldn't stand the 46cm. So I put moustaches on the XO-1,put the 48s on the Rambouillet, and put the 46s on my 5'-4 wife's Ramboulillet.. and they are comfortable for her. I personally just don't think there's a reason to go narrow other than style. (Not that 46cm is exactly narrow, but 48cm just feels more stable.) This is probably nonsense, but I also feel like I can breathe deeper - like my chest can expand better. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Thoughts and experiences with 48cm Noodles?
It really depends on your build, but also on taste I think. Just as one more data-point: I'm 6' and change and I have 46 noodle bars on my 64 quickbeam, but also have a 25 Trek with 40cm bars. I like them both and enjoy having the variety... I can alternate riding the same 40mi route with either and be totally comfortable. On Feb 22, 6:26 pm, iamkeith keithhar...@gmail.com wrote: This is probably nonsense, but I also feel like I can breathe deeper - like my chest can expand better. Many don't think this is nonsense at all-- there is a common view on bike-fit that wider bars make breathing easier by opening up the chest. Personally I think it's true but there is not necessarily a huge difference-it is possible to keep your breathing easy by keeping your shoulders back and elbows out on hills. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Thoughts and experiences with 48cm Noodles?
I am 6ft, 89cm PBH and ride a 62cm Riv Road and Legolas. I love the fit of these bikes. But my LHT is a 60cm and with its longish top tube I like its fit. When I built up the LHT, I decided to try the wacky Noodle bar that sweeps subtly back towards you. I bought a 46cm and loved it. Loved it so much in fact that I eventually bought another 46 Noodle for my Riv Road. On that bike the 46 bars felt too wide. The LHT is much heavier with 3 racks (M-12 Tubus Duo and Cargo), bags, fenders, lights. The Riv Road is much lighter and more spritely. So my lesson learned was, I like wider bars on burly bikes and less wide bars on go-fast bikes. On Feb 22, 11:06 am, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote: I'm planning on putting together a touring/camping bike this year and kicking around the idea of using 48cm Noodle handlebars. I've been using the 46s for years now and love them but when touring on them there have been times when I found myself wishing they were a tad wider, especially when climbing. I'm 6' and broad shouldered. I have a feeling the perceived drawbacks to using them are more mental and cosmetic. What are folks experiences with using them? Last year I sold my Rambouillet frame with the intention of using the funds for a Hunqapillar or maybe a Hillborne. I've taken my time in trying to make a decision and am starting to lean more towards an LHT. Yes, a far lesser bike but very capable and something I'm more inclined to feel comfortable locking up around town. I'd probably get a 60cm frame with the 26 wheels so with 48cm bars it would certainly be an odd looking bike but probably very practical. Who knows though, those new pictures of the SH really have the wheels in my head spinning. And I do like to support RBW. Thanks, mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Thoughts and experiences with 48cm Noodles?
The Moustaches do provide phenomenal leverage for climbing. I recently put 48 Noodles on my Hillborne. Haven't had a chance yet to ride them that much, but after a few short test spins, they didn't seem that much different than the 46 Noodles on my Riv LongLow. -- Forrest On Feb 22, 3:53 pm, Thomas Lynn Skean thomaslynnsk...@comcast.net wrote: @Mike: I'm surprised at the 60cm LHT choice. I'm 6', PBH of 90 (so probably a *little* longer-legged than normal) and I'm sure I'd take the 62. Even it might feel a little small. My 60cm Hillborne (with upsloping top tubes) fits fine. But even it would be a little better at 61cm, perhaps even 62cm. Anyway... @Mike and @Leslie I'd love to see a 50cm Noodle, though I doubt it'll happen soon. If I'd purchased a 46cm Noodle, I'd've probably sold it within a few weeks of riding it. The 48cm is the smallest drop I'd ride. (It also happens to accommodate top-of-the-bar shifters just off the clamp with enough room for my hands on the tops as well as the all-important BarSack and its rack.) But... Have you considered the Moustache? I don't really climb (the Chicago area not being known for its hills :)). But I do really like the choice of hand positions the Moustache provides (near the ends for drops-like grip... behind the brakes for stretching out, in between for moderate relaxation). At 51.5cm wide, they're as close to a 50cm Noodle as I've seen, though admittedly that's not very close. Yours, Thomas Lynn Skean On Feb 22, 2:48 pm, Leslie leslie.bri...@gmail.com wrote: I'm also 6' and not narrow-shouldered, and am running 48cm Noodles on my Rambouillet (a 60cm frame). I really wouldn't want something narrower on there. I'm currently plotting a Bomba, tryin' to decide what to do... would be tempted to go w/ bigger Noodles if they had any bigger than 48's, or, maybe some drops that splay out... but I may go w/ a Bullmoose still decipherin' -L On Feb 22, 1:06 pm, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote: I'm planning on putting together a touring/camping bike this year and kicking around the idea of using 48cm Noodle handlebars. I've been using the 46s for years now and love them but when touring on them there have been times when I found myself wishing they were a tad wider, especially when climbing. I'm 6' and broad shouldered. I have a feeling the perceived drawbacks to using them are more mental and cosmetic. What are folks experiences with using them? Last year I sold my Rambouillet frame with the intention of using the funds for a Hunqapillar or maybe a Hillborne. I've taken my time in trying to make a decision and am starting to lean more towards an LHT. Yes, a far lesser bike but very capable and something I'm more inclined to feel comfortable locking up around town. I'd probably get a 60cm frame with the 26 wheels so with 48cm bars it would certainly be an odd looking bike but probably very practical. Who knows though, those new pictures of the SH really have the wheels in my head spinning. And I do like to support RBW. Thanks, mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Thoughts and experiences with 48cm Noodles?
Thanks for all the input folks. I think I'm gonna definitely order up a pair of 48s and put them on whatever it is I end up building for a camping/touring bike. --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Thoughts and experiences with 48cm Noodles?
I went to a bike fitter here in town (long story) and he HATED my 48 Noodles. Why would you want to scoop so much air and work so much harder? he asked. And I thought, yeah, why would I? So I switched to some 44 Cinelli bars I had on the shelf and rode for a couple of months in the new, professionally approved, position. After a couple of weeks I put the lovely, super-wide, non-aerodynamic Noodles back on and never looked back. They may scoop more air but my wrists and shoulders are more comfortable and on longer rides that counts for a lot. I like the wider feel when I stand to climb, which I do a lot out here. And I love the more stable feel on descents. FWIW, I'm 6 ft tall and my shoulders are on the narrow side. Brian Park City, UT -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: FS: Saluki 54cm
Very nice. If I feed and water it, will it grow to 60? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Sturmey s3x or s2 on a Quickbeam?
Hey Philip: I'm lacing up a brakeless S2 hub now (for use on my 86 Nishiki Prestige). It was so cheap online, I had to own one. I hope to have this done within the next few weeks (several competing priorities are delaying me!!!), after which I'll let you know how it comes out. The fixed 3-speed both intrigues (and scares) me. If it helps with staying in the pedals on downhills, that's pretty cool... it's a limitation I have with the way my fixie is geared (with a lower, old man gear), for which I have to slow down on the downhills. Peace, BB On Feb 23, 3:15 am, Philip Williamson philip.william...@gmail.com wrote: I'm itching to build a new wheelset around some cheap rims and spokes I got from Iro. I'm thinking an Alfine dyno front, and either a fixed 3-speed s3x, or a brakeless two-speed kickback hub (the S2). Does anyone have experience with either of these hubs? I have a Sachs automatic 2-speed I ran for a while, but always resented the coaster brake. I like fixed-gear riding better than freewheeling, but I'm worried about the 3 degrees of reported chain lash on the s3x. Philip Philip Williamsonwww.biketinker.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Thoughts and experiences with 48cm Noodles?
I recently purchased a Bombadil and went with the suggestion of albatross bars figuring I would put 48 noodles on for touring. Not going to happen. Best touring bars ever! But then when touring I spend little time if any in drops. Anyway for me it was bug pleasant surprise. Kelly Sent from my iPhone On Feb 23, 2011, at 9:08 AM, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote: Thanks for all the input folks. I think I'm gonna definitely order up a pair of 48s and put them on whatever it is I end up building for a camping/touring bike. --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Thoughts and experiences with 48cm Noodles?
I'm 5'10, 170lbs. Straight up medium. I ride 46 noodles on my touring/trail bikes and 44s on my brevet bike and go-fast. It's odd to me that I'm riding almost the widest bars out there, since shoulders come MUCH wider than mine. Anecdotally I'd say for everybody that tried a wider drop handlebar, very very few of them ever said that was too wide. On Feb 23, 7:08 am, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote: Thanks for all the input folks. I think I'm gonna definitely order up a pair of 48s and put them on whatever it is I end up building for a camping/touring bike. --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Thoughts and experiences with 48cm Noodles?
+1 for the Albatross bars. I'm sure there are lots of things they don't do well. Apparently, though, I don't do any of those things at all. They are the best. For me, it's 1) 56cm Albatross 2) 51.5cm Moustache 3) 66cm Bullmoose (extended) - TallMoose 4a) 48cm Noodles 4b) 66cm Bullmoose (non-extended) Interestingly, my first pair of Albatross bars were Nitto's 54cm wide aluminum bars. I rode with them and thought (channeling my inner Snob) meh. Later I put on Nitto's 56cm wide CrMo bars; I rode with them and knew I had the bar for me from the very first ride. Those 2cm were really important. And I have a set of Nitto's 56cm wide aluminum Albatross bars, not sold by RBW; they are also wonderful. If there's a difference in feel or anything, I don't notice it. It's all about the width. So much Nitto, so little time... Yours, Thomas Lynn Skean On Feb 23, 10:38 am, Kelly Sleeper tkslee...@gmail.com wrote: I recently purchased a Bombadil and went with the suggestion of albatross bars figuring I would put 48 noodles on for touring. Not going to happen. Best touring bars ever! But then when touring I spend little time if any in drops. Anyway for me it was bug pleasant surprise. Kelly Sent from my iPhone On Feb 23, 2011, at 9:08 AM, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote: Thanks for all the input folks. I think I'm gonna definitely order up a pair of 48s and put them on whatever it is I end up building for a camping/touring bike. --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Thoughts and experiences with 48cm Noodles?
I've got Albatross bars on my commuter and they're perfect for that. In fact, they're probably the most perfect bar ever for around town. I wouldn't want to ride them for anything over 20 miles although I know others have. Also, on descents it just doesn't feel right, way too upright. That's just me. At some point I'll put the Albatross bars on my QB. Watch, I'll try the 48s, love them and then swap out all the bars on all my bikes. I'll never ride anything narrower than 46cm. --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Thoughts and experiences with 48cm Noodles?
On Feb 23, 7:08 am, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote: Thanks for all the input folks. I think I'm gonna definitely order up a pair of 48s and put them on whatever it is I end up building for a camping/touring bike. --- William answered anyway: I'm 5'10, 170lbs. Straight up medium. I ride 46 noodles on my touring/trail bikes and 44s on my brevet bike and go-fast. It's odd to me that I'm riding almost the widest bars out there, since shoulders come MUCH wider than mine. Anecdotally I'd say for everybody that tried a wider drop handlebar, very very few of them ever said that was too wide. --- So I'll pile on: I'm 5'-8, 230 lbs, and built stout, as we say back home in Oklahoma. I like 52cm Nitto Dirt Drops (vintage!) on our tandem, but they were too wide for me on a single. I ride 48cm Noodles on both my regular drop-barred bikes, and they feel most natural to me. My wife uses 46cm Noodles -- after rejecting 48s as too wide -- and I find those acceptable. For me, even 44cm drops feel a bit snug; anything narrower feels downright unpleasant, even on a right-sized bike. I like me some wide bars, mm-hm. But 52 cm? That's crazy talk! -- Jon Papa Grant, who CANNOT WAIT for NAHBS this weekend, in Austin, Texas -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: waxing chains--how hot the wax?
It is kinda amazing how much thought, effort discussion occurs on the subject of maintaining what is for most of us a relatively low cost (I've heard of $100 chains but never known one), expendable part. Tinker away, my friends. doug waxing poetic P On Feb 22, 10:46 am, Benedikt neutralbuoya...@comcast.net wrote: I gotta go with you on this, omnigrid. I think people get to mystical about chain lube. As a side note I was amazed to see the rusty covered squeaky creaky chains people had on their daily riders when I went down to Cozumel, Mex. On Feb 22, 8:23 am, omnigrid omnig...@gmail.com wrote: you guys sure go through alot of trouble lubing your chains. I hit each link with a drop of boshield after riding in wet conditions or when the chain makes any sound, let it sit overnight or a few hours, and then wipe off. no problems. easy. On Tue, Feb 22, 2011 at 9:58 AM, jim phillips thefamil...@hotmail.comwrote: Why would moisture haver an effect on wax. I wax guns and knives to keep them from rusting due to the high humidity here... JimP -- Date: Tue, 22 Feb 2011 07:22:02 -0800 Subject: Re: [RBW] Re: waxing chains--how hot the wax? From: cyclotour...@gmail.com To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com I use a Fry Baby deep fryer. I don't know what temp it heats to. FYI, the wax is useless with the slightest bit of moisture. Not a problem for me in the summer as it performs wonderfully in dry and dusty conditions. On Tue, Feb 22, 2011 at 6:35 AM, Peter Pesce petepe...@gmail.com wrote: Check out EcoVelo - Alan has several posts on the how-to's and why- to's of waxing. -Pete On Feb 22, 4:45 am, Earl Grey earlg...@gmail.com wrote: Surprised I didn't find the definitive answer in the archives, or a riv reader for that matter. The 1992 Bridgestone catalogue mentions using a double boiler, thus 212 Fahrenheit max. Riv Reader Vol 1 Issue 1 says Grant uses a 400 F bath, and says the flash point is 425 F. Also says don't do this at home (liability reasons, one assumes). So, what do the extra 188 F get you? Lower viscosity and better penetration? Has anyone found this to matter, or has anyone the necessary scientific background to theorize upon the topic? Winter here is bone dry season, so it seems like the time to finally try wax after 20 years of cycling. Cheers, 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- Cheers, David Redlands, CA *...in terms of recreational cycling there are many riders who would probably benefit more from improving their taste than from improving their performance.* - RTMS -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Thoughts and experiences with 48cm Noodles?
...wonderful setup for humorous ending... I like me some wide bars, mm-hm. But 52 cm? That's crazy talk! -- Jon Papa Grant, who CANNOT WAIT for NAHBS this weekend, in Austin, Texas Crazy like a fox! Yours, Thomas Lynn Skean -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] noisy front hub
I have some phil wood hubs on my sam hillborne and a while back the front one got real noisy making some clinking and clanking. I thought at first if i trued the wheel ever so slightly that would help, but no, and i thought i would remove breaks and fenders just to make sure, but the clinking and clanking went on. then it went away for a little while, so i din't worry about it. then it came back. currently (today and yesterday) its gone again... but i'm wondering, should i buy some phil wood bearings and replace them? is this very difficult? i looked through the walkthrough pdf they have on their site and it looks easy. can it be done with the hub still laced up? any info appreciated! james -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: noisy front hub
not specific help on the Phil bearing replacement, but the comment that some mysterious wheel noises are attributed to the joint of the rim. typically the rim is extruded in a long curlicue of metal. then it is cut into rims, an internal sleeve lines things up, and then the rim is pinned, or welded and machined back down. The sleeve itself in some processes is not secured to the rim internally by anything but friction, so with a tire on, and with spoke tension and then with a rider on the bike, it might be just enough to let that thing click around inside the rim. Before you replace bearings, have a look at that possibility. It would be frustrating to go through that effort and have it NOT fix the problem. Maybe put a bright strip of tape connecting the two spokes that straddle the seam. If the click always clicks when that strip of tape is on the bottom, nearest the road, then that might be your issue. This is after checking the most common noise, although its a really quiet click, snugging up the presta valve nut. When I've had noisy rim joints, I've used a drift punch inside to dimple the rim to snug up that sleeve a little tighter. Another time I drilled a small hole inside the rim on either side of the seam and dripped a drop of expanding gorilla glue to keep that sleevy bit from rattling around. On Feb 23, 11:31 am, james meine...@gmail.com wrote: I have some phil wood hubs on my sam hillborne and a while back the front one got real noisy making some clinking and clanking. I thought at first if i trued the wheel ever so slightly that would help, but no, and i thought i would remove breaks and fenders just to make sure, but the clinking and clanking went on. then it went away for a little while, so i din't worry about it. then it came back. currently (today and yesterday) its gone again... but i'm wondering, should i buy some phil wood bearings and replace them? is this very difficult? i looked through the walkthrough pdf they have on their site and it looks easy. can it be done with the hub still laced up? any info appreciated! james -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Betty Foy build
Finished (mostly) my wife's Betty Foy build this weekend and posted a set on Flickr: http://www.flickr.com/photos/34328495@N04/sets/72157625935461676/ I'm planning to take some better pics in the coming weeks, but took some quick shots after she took Betty for an inaugural ride. Was a pleasure to work on such a nice frameset. Incredible customer service from many folks at Riv. Best, Scott Postlewait 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Sturmey s3x or s2 on a Quickbeam?
Elton Pope-Lance (of Harris Cyclery) has a Quickbeam with an S3X: http://www.flickr.com/photos/20909677@N05/sets/72157625727619871/ I don't have any experience with the hub myself, but I am planning to get my SimpleOne set up that way when it arrives. I've been wondering what the shifting experience will be like, but since I've already decided to try it, I'll find out by exploration. SimpleThree, perhaps? --Mike On Wed, Feb 23, 2011 at 3:15 AM, Philip Williamson philip.william...@gmail.com wrote: I'm itching to build a new wheelset around some cheap rims and spokes I got from Iro. I'm thinking an Alfine dyno front, and either a fixed 3-speed s3x, or a brakeless two-speed kickback hub (the S2). Does anyone have experience with either of these hubs? I have a Sachs automatic 2-speed I ran for a while, but always resented the coaster brake. I like fixed-gear riding better than freewheeling, but I'm worried about the 3 degrees of reported chain lash on the s3x. Philip Philip Williamson www.biketinker.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Betty Foy build
Scott Very VERY well-done. My buddy Doug had a bear of a time getting those compound curved woodies into his A. Homer Hilsen. Betty's generous clearances seem to have taken them without much issue. Stunning color combos. I like the quickbeam style crankset choice (guard/medium/ small) rings in particular. On Feb 23, 10:32 am, Scott Postlewait chsc...@drizzle.com wrote: Finished (mostly) my wife's Betty Foy build this weekend and posted a set on Flickr:http://www.flickr.com/photos/34328495@N04/sets/72157625935461676/ I'm planning to take some better pics in the coming weeks, but took some quick shots after she took Betty for an inaugural ride. Was a pleasure to work on such a nice frameset. Incredible customer service from many folks at Riv. Best, Scott Postlewait 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: FS: Quickbeam Frame and Fork
Hi All, Figured I'd give it one last shot as I really don't enjoy the ebay process much. Deal is the same as below with the price reduced to $790. One more thing I forgot to note is that the fender eyelets are drilled for Honjo eyebolts. Still works with all other fenders just needs a slightly longer bolt and locknut. Thanks, Clayton Scott SF, CA On Fri, Feb 18, 2011 at 4:18 PM, Clayton Scott clayton...@gmail.com wrote: Hi All, Still have a silver (last run) Quickbeam Frame for sale. Frame is in excellent shape (9/10). Frame savered. Never crashed and always stored indoors. Size is a 62cm ctt and 60cm ctc. Comes with silver Chris King headset installed and matching front rack that I modified slightly to accept an Edelux Headlight. $890.00 plus actual shipping. Or pickup in San Francisco. I plan on putting it on ebay next week. Thanks, Clayton -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: noisy front hub
I think Phil Wood hubs are designed to be field seviceable. To me, that would certainly imply that you would not have to unlace/relace the wheel in order to replace the bearings. Looking at the PDF on the Phil Wood web-site that walks one through bearing replacement, I cannot see anything you need to do that spokes or the rim would interfere with. I'm presuming that the PDF process that applies to the rear freewheel hub is applicable to front hubs too. I especially like the trick of using the old bearings and a quick- release axle to push the new bearings into place. Perhaps that is obvious to those who've worked closely with devices that use bearings. But to me it just seems inspired. All that said... I'd expect the front hub not to need service before several thousand miles of use. And I'd think some of those miles would have to be in pretty crappy conditions. I've got 2500 miles on my Phil Wood rear hub, with hundreds of those miles in wet, sometimes sandy, salty or muddy conditions. It certainly doesn't need service. I know they use different bearings front-versus-rear... but I'd think the expected replacement interval would not be worse for the fronts. (Just watch... I'll get back on my bike after work today and hear the most horrible grinding noises... :)) Good luck! Yours, Thomas Lynn Skean On Feb 23, 1:31 pm, james meine...@gmail.com wrote: I have some phil wood hubs on my sam hillborne and a while back the front one got real noisy making some clinking and clanking. I thought at first if i trued the wheel ever so slightly that would help, but no, and i thought i would remove breaks and fenders just to make sure, but the clinking and clanking went on. then it went away for a little while, so i din't worry about it. then it came back. currently (today and yesterday) its gone again... but i'm wondering, should i buy some phil wood bearings and replace them? is this very difficult? i looked through the walkthrough pdf they have on their site and it looks easy. can it be done with the hub still laced up? any info appreciated! james -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: FS: Quickbeam Frame and Fork
Pictures here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/claytonesseff/sets/72157625995764471/with/5471069613/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/claytonesseff/sets/72157625995764471/with/5471069613/ Best, Clayton On Wed, Feb 23, 2011 at 12:46 PM, Clayton Scott clayton...@gmail.comwrote: Hi All, Figured I'd give it one last shot as I really don't enjoy the ebay process much. Deal is the same as below with the price reduced to $790. One more thing I forgot to note is that the fender eyelets are drilled for Honjo eyebolts. Still works with all other fenders just needs a slightly longer bolt and locknut. Thanks, Clayton Scott SF, CA On Fri, Feb 18, 2011 at 4:18 PM, Clayton Scott clayton...@gmail.comwrote: Hi All, Still have a silver (last run) Quickbeam Frame for sale. Frame is in excellent shape (9/10). Frame savered. Never crashed and always stored indoors. Size is a 62cm ctt and 60cm ctc. Comes with silver Chris King headset installed and matching front rack that I modified slightly to accept an Edelux Headlight. $890.00 plus actual shipping. Or pickup in San Francisco. I plan on putting it on ebay next week. Thanks, Clayton -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: FS: Quickbeam Frame and Fork
dang, I wish that was a 60ctt. 62 is just too big for me. ~Mike On Feb 23, 1:38 pm, Clayton Scott clayton...@gmail.com wrote: Pictures here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/claytonesseff/sets/72157625995764471/wit... http://www.flickr.com/photos/claytonesseff/sets/72157625995764471/wit... Best, Clayton On Wed, Feb 23, 2011 at 12:46 PM, Clayton Scott clayton...@gmail.comwrote: Hi All, Figured I'd give it one last shot as I really don't enjoy the ebay process much. Deal is the same as below with the price reduced to $790. One more thing I forgot to note is that the fender eyelets are drilled for Honjo eyebolts. Still works with all other fenders just needs a slightly longer bolt and locknut. Thanks, Clayton Scott SF, CA On Fri, Feb 18, 2011 at 4:18 PM, Clayton Scott clayton...@gmail.comwrote: Hi All, Still have a silver (last run) Quickbeam Frame for sale. Frame is in excellent shape (9/10). Frame savered. Never crashed and always stored indoors. Size is a 62cm ctt and 60cm ctc. Comes with silver Chris King headset installed and matching front rack that I modified slightly to accept an Edelux Headlight. $890.00 plus actual shipping. Or pickup in San Francisco. I plan on putting it on ebay next week. Thanks, Clayton- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Quickbeam Frame and Fork
it is just 2 cm ;-) On Wed, Feb 23, 2011 at 2:05 PM, Michael_S mikeybi...@rocketmail.comwrote: dang, I wish that was a 60ctt. 62 is just too big for me. ~Mike On Feb 23, 1:38 pm, Clayton Scott clayton...@gmail.com wrote: Pictures here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/claytonesseff/sets/72157625995764471/wit... http://www.flickr.com/photos/claytonesseff/sets/72157625995764471/wit.. . Best, Clayton On Wed, Feb 23, 2011 at 12:46 PM, Clayton Scott clayton...@gmail.com wrote: Hi All, Figured I'd give it one last shot as I really don't enjoy the ebay process much. Deal is the same as below with the price reduced to $790. One more thing I forgot to note is that the fender eyelets are drilled for Honjo eyebolts. Still works with all other fenders just needs a slightly longer bolt and locknut. Thanks, Clayton Scott SF, CA On Fri, Feb 18, 2011 at 4:18 PM, Clayton Scott clayton...@gmail.com wrote: Hi All, Still have a silver (last run) Quickbeam Frame for sale. Frame is in excellent shape (9/10). Frame savered. Never crashed and always stored indoors. Size is a 62cm ctt and 60cm ctc. Comes with silver Chris King headset installed and matching front rack that I modified slightly to accept an Edelux Headlight. $890.00 plus actual shipping. Or pickup in San Francisco. I plan on putting it on ebay next week. Thanks, Clayton- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Betty Foy build
Very nice! Almost a twin sister to mine... :-) I'm sure you'll ride it too... Or will your wife let you? Enjoy! René Sent from my iPhone 4 On Feb 23, 2011, at 12:01 PM, Scott Postlewait chsc...@drizzle.com wrote: Finished (mostly) my wife's Betty Foy build this weekend and posted a set on Flickr: http://www.flickr.com/photos/34328495@N04/sets/72157625935461676/ I'm planning to take some better pics in the coming weeks, but took some quick shots after she took Betty for an inaugural ride. Was a pleasure to work on such a nice frameset. Incredible customer service from many folks at Riv. Best, Scott Postlewait 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Betty Foy build
VERY nice. What's the crankset? Looks like mebbe a Riv QuickBeam with a smaller inner chainring? Are we going to see it on the Chilly Hilly on Sunday? :) Rob in Seattle On Feb 23, 2011, at 10:32 AM, Scott Postlewait wrote: Finished (mostly) my wife's Betty Foy build this weekend and posted a set on Flickr: http://www.flickr.com/photos/34328495@N04/sets/72157625935461676/ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Betty Foy build
Simply gorgeous. Well done. I love the component you chose. Everything fits and looks beautiful. On Feb 23, 10:32 am, Scott Postlewait chsc...@drizzle.com wrote: Finished (mostly) my wife's Betty Foy build this weekend and posted a set on Flickr:http://www.flickr.com/photos/34328495@N04/sets/72157625935461676/ I'm planning to take some better pics in the coming weeks, but took some quick shots after she took Betty for an inaugural ride. Was a pleasure to work on such a nice frameset. Incredible customer service from many folks at Riv. Best, Scott Postlewait 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: New Sam Color
...and the bidding got to $2600. That's nice that Riv has now gotten all they have to get out of it. Now every dollar is to Smile Train. Hopefully the bids will keep coming. On Feb 22, 9:15 pm, Bill webe...@gmail.com wrote: If the head tube was painted a creme white to match the fenders, and the seat tube decal was the same creme, it would be an outta-the- ballpark home run. It's still mighty pretty as-is. The nice thing about neutral earthy colors is that ten or fifteen years down the road they stand the test of time. Bill On Feb 22, 2:11 pm, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: I like the grilver a lot. Bidding is underway. Somebody is going to get a great deal. On Feb 22, 9:17 am, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote: I really like the new color and the look of the fenders. I saw those fenders when I was at RBWHQ last Sept and thought they were great. The appeared thicker than the standard SKS and the cream color looked to be the actual color of the fender, not paint. Nice that they're longer. The whole bike looks great. --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Atlantis color?
Has anyone ever had something painted to match their Atlantis? I'm talking to a guy (not local to me) about painting some parts to match the standard color. He says if he has a Dupont automotive paint number he can do it. The Testor's modeling paint is OK for touch up but not close enough for a large area. So if anyone has solved this problem already I'm interested in hearing from you. dougP -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Atlantis color?
Have you contacted Rivendell? Seems like they'd be able to help you with it. Or even Waterford since they're now making the Atlantis for Riv. On Feb 23, 4:06 pm, doug peterson dougpn...@cox.net wrote: Has anyone ever had something painted to match their Atlantis? I'm talking to a guy (not local to me) about painting some parts to match the standard color. He says if he has a Dupont automotive paint number he can do it. The Testor's modeling paint is OK for touch up but not close enough for a large area. So if anyone has solved this problem already I'm interested in hearing from you. dougP -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Betty Foy build
Beautiful build Scott, love the pallet and those fenders are amazing. I am sure you wife will have miles of smiles on the Betty Ryan West Seattle On Feb 23, 10:32 am, Scott Postlewait chsc...@drizzle.com wrote: Finished (mostly) my wife's Betty Foy build this weekend and posted a set on Flickr:http://www.flickr.com/photos/34328495@N04/sets/72157625935461676/ I'm planning to take some better pics in the coming weeks, but took some quick shots after she took Betty for an inaugural ride. Was a pleasure to work on such a nice frameset. Incredible customer service from many folks at Riv. Best, Scott Postlewait 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: noisy front hub
At one point I made the mistake of pressure washing my front wheel/ bike at a car wash. Water got into the front hub and fouled the grease. Shortly there after the hub started making noise which was also a little hard for me to pinpoint. All that was needed was a cleaning and repacking/greasing of the bearings. This hub was not of the sealed, cartridge bearing type. I don't know what Phil hubs are but could water have penetrated your hub? That was a cheap Fuji hub that went on to last 9000+ miles. On Feb 23, 11:31 am, james meine...@gmail.com wrote: I have some phil wood hubs on my sam hillborne and a while back the front one got real noisy making some clinking and clanking. I thought at first if i trued the wheel ever so slightly that would help, but no, and i thought i would remove breaks and fenders just to make sure, but the clinking and clanking went on. then it went away for a little while, so i din't worry about it. then it came back. currently (today and yesterday) its gone again... but i'm wondering, should i buy some phil wood bearings and replace them? is this very difficult? i looked through the walkthrough pdf they have on their site and it looks easy. can it be done with the hub still laced up? any info appreciated! james -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: On shipping bike parts to our two finest states
Ok that makes sense then.. guess I'm just sheltered and didn't even consider UPS considering areas unsafe. That would drive me nuts .. (short drive fyi) and I would never get anything if I had to sit home. Kelly -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Sturmey s3x or s2 on a Quickbeam?
I may go the crazy way and build two rear wheels - one S2, one S3X. They'd both match my existing SON front wheel. Then I could put a dynohub on my wife's bike instead. (But I NEED six wheelsets for two bikes!)... Philip Philip Williamson www.biketinker.com On Feb 23, 8:19 am, Michael Richters michael.richt...@gmail.com wrote: Elton Pope-Lance (of Harris Cyclery) has a Quickbeam with an S3X: http://www.flickr.com/photos/20909677@N05/sets/72157625727619871/ I don't have any experience with the hub myself, but I am planning to get my SimpleOne set up that way when it arrives. I've been wondering what the shifting experience will be like, but since I've already decided to try it, I'll find out by exploration. SimpleThree, perhaps? --Mike On Wed, Feb 23, 2011 at 3:15 AM, Philip Williamson philip.william...@gmail.com wrote: I'm itching to build a new wheelset around some cheap rims and spokes I got from Iro. I'm thinking an Alfine dyno front, and either a fixed 3-speed s3x, or a brakeless two-speed kickback hub (the S2). Does anyone have experience with either of these hubs? I have a Sachs automatic 2-speed I ran for a while, but always resented the coaster brake. I like fixed-gear riding better than freewheeling, but I'm worried about the 3 degrees of reported chain lash on the s3x. Philip Philip Williamson www.biketinker.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Rivish ride on a Rivish bike
I realize my bike is not a Rivendell, though the build is quite Rivish inspired, Thought the group may enjoy the photos Took a ride up Harding Truck Trail on Saddleback Mountain here in Southern California, Passed maybe 4 other riders all day. http://www.flickr.com/photos/7649556@N02/ Cheers, and apologies if this is off topic Trevor Laguna Beach, Ca -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Betty Foy build
Cool! I'd love to see some pictures of it! Yes, I'm looking forward to trying Katie's Betty Foy - initial impressions are very positive. Nice to have another 650B in the house. I enjoy my Rawland cSogn. Best, Scott Postlewait On Feb 23, 2011, at 2:52 PM, Rene Sterental wrote: Very nice! Almost a twin sister to mine... :-) I'm sure you'll ride it too... Or will your wife let you? Enjoy! René Sent from my iPhone 4 On Feb 23, 2011, at 12:01 PM, Scott Postlewait chsc...@drizzle.com wrote: Finished (mostly) my wife's Betty Foy build this weekend and posted a set on Flickr: http://www.flickr.com/photos/34328495@N04/sets/72157625935461676/ I'm planning to take some better pics in the coming weeks, but took some quick shots after she took Betty for an inaugural ride. Was a pleasure to work on such a nice frameset. Incredible customer service from many folks at Riv. Best, Scott Postlewait 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Betty Foy build
On Feb 23, 2011, at 12:08 PM, William wrote: Very VERY well-done. My buddy Doug had a bear of a time getting those compound curved woodies into his A. Homer Hilsen. Thanks! Yes, the compound curve woody's threw me for a bit of a loop. Rear one mounted just fine. Front one, not so much. I'm still not pleased with the front one - not much clearance, and a bit of brake interference. We'll live with it for a bit, and then I might start trimming it and see if I can improve the fit (knowing full well that sometimes the trimming to improve exacerbates the problem) Scott On Feb 23, 10:32 am, Scott Postlewait chsc...@drizzle.com wrote: Finished (mostly) my wife's Betty Foy build this weekend and posted a set on Flickr:http://www.flickr.com/photos/34328495@N04/sets/72157625935461676/ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: New Sam Color
Actually I think a dark maroon or orange headtube would work with that bike. The cream on silver is too light. A black would also look very good. I think overall the orange was better. On Feb 23, 1:15 pm, Bill webe...@gmail.com wrote: If the head tube was painted a creme white to match the fenders, and the seat tube decal was the same creme, it would be an outta-the- ballpark home run. It's still mighty pretty as-is. The nice thing about neutral earthy colors is that ten or fifteen years down the road they stand the test of time. Bill On Feb 22, 2:11 pm, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: I like the grilver a lot. Bidding is underway. Somebody is going to get a great deal. On Feb 22, 9:17 am, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote: I really like the new color and the look of the fenders. I saw those fenders when I was at RBWHQ last Sept and thought they were great. The appeared thicker than the standard SKS and the cream color looked to be the actual color of the fender, not paint. Nice that they're longer. The whole bike looks great. --mike- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] noisy front hub
are you sure it's even the wheel that is emitting the sound? the sound you describe does not sound like worn hub bearings. On Wed, Feb 23, 2011 at 1:31 PM, james meine...@gmail.com wrote: I have some phil wood hubs on my sam hillborne and a while back the front one got real noisy making some clinking and clanking. I thought at first if i trued the wheel ever so slightly that would help, but no, and i thought i would remove breaks and fenders just to make sure, but the clinking and clanking went on. then it went away for a little while, so i din't worry about it. then it came back. currently (today and yesterday) its gone again... but i'm wondering, should i buy some phil wood bearings and replace them? is this very difficult? i looked through the walkthrough pdf they have on their site and it looks easy. can it be done with the hub still laced up? any info appreciated! james -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Rivish ride on a Rivish bike
Nice pics! Looks like the conditions Seattle is getting tonight (snow). Brian On Feb 23, 2011, at 7:54 PM, trevor segraves hoont...@yahoo.com wrote: I realize my bike is not a Rivendell, though the build is quite Rivish inspired, Thought the group may enjoy the photos Took a ride up Harding Truck Trail on Saddleback Mountain here in Southern California, Passed maybe 4 other riders all day. http://www.flickr.com/photos/7649556@N02/ Cheers, and apologies if this is off topic Trevor Laguna Beach, Ca -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Betty Foy build
Scott, that is a sensational looking bicycle! Betty deserves to be the centerfold in a magazine ;) I hope your wife appreciates her more than we do ... I am still oogling Betty, third time I looked at your new ride today! Well done. On Feb 23, 6:00 pm, Scott Postlewait chsc...@drizzle.com wrote: On Feb 23, 2011, at 12:08 PM, William wrote: Very VERY well-done. My buddy Doug had a bear of a time getting those compound curved woodies into his A. Homer Hilsen. Thanks! Yes, the compound curve woody's threw me for a bit of a loop. Rear one mounted just fine. Front one, not so much. I'm still not pleased with the front one - not much clearance, and a bit of brake interference. We'll live with it for a bit, and then I might start trimming it and see if I can improve the fit (knowing full well that sometimes the trimming to improve exacerbates the problem) Scott On Feb 23, 10:32 am, Scott Postlewait chsc...@drizzle.com wrote: Finished (mostly) my wife's Betty Foy build this weekend and posted a set on Flickr:http://www.flickr.com/photos/34328495@N04/sets/72157625935461676/ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly?
On the ferry, we're talking about the *inside* lowest level at the Seattle-facing side, not the car deck, I'm going to assume. Man, it's sure lookin' CHILLY outside my house right now. S'posed to warm up by Sunday though. Rob in Mt. Baker, the neighborhood On Feb 8, 2011, at 12:10 PM, Linkbeak wrote: As far as meeting beforehand - there is a Starbucks just North of the terminal where we could meet, if we get there EARLY. Last years 8 am ish ferry filled up, and I went to Sbux rather than wait in the cold for the next ferry. We could also try to meet somewhere on the ferry - perhaps on the lowest level at the rear or Seattle facing side. It should be the least crowded. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
