[RBW] Re: These cranks stink so good!
Nice to look at - old-timey and all. Works with a ten speed chains? Mmmm I wouldn't want to have to make it work. 4mm width, must get tapered some for the teeth though. Lets see, for $299.99 one could get a Campy alloy cross crank that was built for ten speed systems, but has full pins and machined ramping to aid shifting on the 46/36 rings. Made by a fairly good quality manufacturer. But doesn't look 100 years old. Quite light weight though - 540grams without the bolts. Wonder how they did that? Must be the near net forging that produces a piece with less materials. Less machining necessary. Interesting. Maybe they'll test them. Phil B I think they are spectacular, have been waiting for months for them to become available and want to purchase multiple sets. -- 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: These cranks stink so good!
So the WI cranks are cnc machined, so what. I've never heard of a WI crank failure, and if one did fail I'm certain WI would make good on it, no question. The 8 mm of additional Q is insignificant, as is the 100 g. In the last issue of BQ, Jan Heine admitted that two bikes with 8 lbs of difference in weight rode very similarly, yet he always comments on a few grams of weight difference when he reviews the best of contemporary US mfg. like Pauls and Whites. I don't get why he does that. I have the WI VCB Road Cranks on my Rambouillet and absolutely love them. I also have the DaVinci Cranks, mfg. by White Ind, on both my tandem and my Ebisu and they are great cranks. The Tandem even has a nice (used ) set of WI rings, which are very strong and shift very well. There are a number of US manufacturers making great bicycle parts and I for one would rather support them than chase after historic parts that wont function any better or last any longer, or look any nicer. michael take care of Self; it's one of a kind and irrreplaceable -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/9Ski52bsI8IJ. 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: Flat Tire Help
Yikes, front tire flats are scary; I hope these were slow leaks. Is the stem breaking away from the tube? Are you using tubes with threaded stems and a locknut? I know a lot of mechanics throw away that locknut, claiming its superfluous, but I believe it helps to keep the tube in position, at least during installation. Do you have, or can you borrow a different front wheel and test your rim hypothesis? michael -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/CWvXSP_xtRwJ. 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: These cranks stink so good!
Works with a ten speed chains? Mmmm I wouldn't want to have to make it work. 4mm width, must get tapered some for the teeth though. Most high-quality chainrings step down at the teeth to a thinner width than the main body of the ring. Even in 1938, when the original Herse cranks were introduced, 4- and 5-speed chains were not 4 mm thick on the inside. (The exact measurement for 5-speed is 2.38 mm.) So the new rings are the same as the originals from the 1970s (which used modern chainring bolts instead of bolts and nuts), except that the teeth are a little bit thinner, and shaped a little differently to optimize shifting. Quite light weight though - 540grams without the bolts. Wonder how they did that? By putting material where it is needed, and nowhere else. Compared to the originals, we added a little material around the pedal eye (where cranks tend to break) and went to a net-shape forging process to ensure the strength in that area. (The originals were even lighter, but we figured adding a few grams to increase the strength would be prudent.) The downside of the net-shape forging process is that you need a separate forging die for each length, but I would not be comfortable riding such a lightweight crank where grain structure around the pedal eye had been weakened by machining the crank to length. Jan Heine Compass Bicycles Ltd. www.compasscycle.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: Quickbeam gearing for hills and weak knee?
Philip, Can you tell us what happens when the S3X doesn't work, and how often that is? Bill On Dec 14, 6:29 pm, Philip Williamson philip.william...@gmail.com wrote: My experience with the S3X has been mixed. I like it when it works. A Surly Dingle fixed cog (17/21) will also give you what you want, if you like to ride fixed. I've used the 40/32 stock QB gear with the 17/21 and really liked it. The single-sided gear change can take as little as 15 seconds. Currently you have: 40/30 x 17/19 for 64 and 43 gears One possibility: 40/28 x 17/21 for 64 and 36 gears. The lower low is nice, but I like a taller top end for a fixed gear. If you prefer coasting, you could spread the frame to 130 or 135 and set up a nice cassette 2-speed in any combo you want. Philip Philip Williamsonwww.biketinker.com On Dec 14, 2:35 pm, Tim Whalen whalen...@gmail.com wrote: Joe, Your snark comment made me laugh, thanks, and thanks for looking up the RR. I'll dig it out. Thanks also Ray, Eric, Larry and Jim. All of your good ideas give me a lot to research and experiment with. I think there is a solution in there somewhere and really appreciate your help! Good riding, Tim On Wed, Dec 14, 2011 at 1:42 PM, Joe Bernard joerem...@gmail.com wrote: Ah, found it. RR36. The derailered QB was a 40/24 with an 18 freewheel. It did have a front derailer, but that seems like a needless complication to me. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/BzGgj838YLAJ. 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: Flat Tire Help
I had a string of tubes failing at the valve stem. I think it was caused by the tube creeping when the tire pressure was too low. Sometimes it was a hole, sometimes it was more like the valve attachem started peeling up. Hard to patch a tube that close to the valve stem. Do you see your valve stems cocked over at an angle? That's what I was seeing on my mountain bike. I started being more careful about proper inflation, and started using the dork nuts instead of keeping them for M6 spacers. I haven't had that problem since. Philip Philip Williamson www.biketinker.com On Dec 15, 5:25 am, Michael Hechmer mhech...@gmail.com wrote: Yikes, front tire flats are scary; I hope these were slow leaks. Is the stem breaking away from the tube? Are you using tubes with threaded stems and a locknut? I know a lot of mechanics throw away that locknut, claiming its superfluous, but I believe it helps to keep the tube in position, at least during installation. Do you have, or can you borrow a different front wheel and test your rim hypothesis? michael -- 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: A day in the life of a Saluki
Great story Bill. Good for you for representing Rivendell so well in your town. I hope you can post some pix of the bike, and also the published promo photos when available. Cheers, Steve -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/j4OHUlURAkoJ. 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: Coachella Valley Riding
That sounds great, Eric, thanks. David G, Madison WI On Wed, Dec 14, 2011 at 8:58 PM, Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com wrote: David: I've done some riding in the Coachella Valley when I stayed in Palm Springs for work. My favorite ride was to climb to the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway and then ride the tram to the top. The climb from the highway to the tram station is challenging--it's a steady grind that climbs some 1,500 feet as I recall. At the tram station, get the Ride and Dine pass ($36, and available at http://pstramway.com/tickets.html), which gets you a round trip ticket to the top and a meal in the cafeteria in the station on the mountain. If you time your ride correctly, you can be at the top as the sun is setting and the lights are coming on in the valley below. It's quite beautiful (but be prepared for cold at the top). Once you get back down on the tram, you can coast almost all the way back to Palm Springs or Palm Desert. --Eric N Sent from my iPad2 -- 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: Flat Tire Help
Several years ago, I was using a traditional brass Silca presta pump head (of the sort that you can buy from Harris Cyclery). It is a great pump head, but it has no locking mechanism, so it is full on secure with no release. In fact, it locked so tightly on to the threaded Presta valves that I often suffered flats at the seam where the valve joins the tube. Not necessarily at the time of inflation. I switched pump heads to a less tight fit - including ones with a lever. (Serfas, SKS, etc.) and the flat problem went away. When you pump up, is there a lot of friction to remove the pump head? Thanks, Sean --- On Thu, 12/15/11, Philip Williamson philip.william...@gmail.com wrote: From: Philip Williamson philip.william...@gmail.com Subject: [RBW] Re: Flat Tire Help To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Date: Thursday, December 15, 2011, 10:36 AM I had a string of tubes failing at the valve stem. I think it was caused by the tube creeping when the tire pressure was too low. Sometimes it was a hole, sometimes it was more like the valve attachem started peeling up. Hard to patch a tube that close to the valve stem. Do you see your valve stems cocked over at an angle? That's what I was seeing on my mountain bike. I started being more careful about proper inflation, and started using the dork nuts instead of keeping them for M6 spacers. I haven't had that problem since. Philip Philip Williamson www.biketinker.com On Dec 15, 5:25 am, Michael Hechmer mhech...@gmail.com wrote: Yikes, front tire flats are scary; I hope these were slow leaks. Is the stem breaking away from the tube? Are you using tubes with threaded stems and a locknut? I know a lot of mechanics throw away that locknut, claiming its superfluous, but I believe it helps to keep the tube in position, at least during installation. Do you have, or can you borrow a different front wheel and test your rim hypothesis? michael -- 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] Coachella Valley Riding
Thanks for the tip, Jim. We will bring our Wisconsin garments with us. David G, Madison WI On Wed, Dec 14, 2011 at 11:22 PM, Jim Mather mather...@gmail.com wrote: Just so you know, Joshua Tree is high desert, and it can be covered in snow in January. Average temps in January are hi 60 / low 30, but it can be much colder. If you do the Palm Springs tram up the mountain, be aware that it will be snowy at the top, it's 8500' up a 10,000' mountain. You can x-c ski or snowshoe from the tram stop. The town of Idylwild is a quaint stop; it's a good ride from the valley in the summer but not really possible in the winter. jim m wc ca On Wed, Dec 14, 2011 at 3:54 PM, David Yu Greenblatt david.yu.greenbl...@gmail.com wrote: I am also going to California for the first week of January, to Palm Desert, and plan to either bring a bike or rent one there. Have any of you cycled in the Coachella Valley? I'd appreciate any recommendations for biking routes or other things to do. I will be there with family including 4 and 7 year old children. I do plan to make a trip to Joshua Tree National Park. Thanks, David G, Madison WI -- 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: These cranks stink so good!
On Dec 15, 8:18 am, Michael Hechmer mhech...@gmail.com wrote: So the WI cranks are cnc machined, so what. I've never heard of a WI crank failure, and if one did fail I'm certain WI would make good on it, no question. The 8 mm of additional Q is insignificant, as is the 100 g. I have, second hand, six years ago, from one source, heard of four failures. The guy who mentioned the failures rode the ENO cranks and thought 4 failures was a small number. If you called White Industries, they'd probably tell you how many cranks they've produced and how many they've warrantied. Agreed on the Q and weight. Also agree on the Made In Petaluma appeal. Philip -- 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: Looking for Carradice Camper / Sackville comparisons
Go with the sackville. I've have both. I've lost my wallet with my carradice side pockets on a ride from marin. I've had to juryrig my carradice when I would ride without fenders. My sackville is much more versatile. Very well thought out. On Dec 14, 10:30 pm, René Sterental orthie...@gmail.com wrote: I have both bags, actually all three, don't ask why. I use them all with the Nitto R-14 rack. The Carradice rests on the rack but sags on both sides around it. I can also feel the edges of the top behind the saddle with my butt. Both Sackville SaddleSacks become invisible (I don't feel them at all) when on the bike and I like them both, but of the two, I've fallen in love with the large one that I now use for commuting. I like the Carradice for leisure rides because of the two side pockets but feel it is less practical for commuting. Haven't tried using it without the anitto rear rack. It also goes very well with my Nitto Big Rear smaller rack, which I can use on the Hunqapillar de to the higher placed seat stay braze-on which in turn allow the rack to fall right below the saddle loops. The larger version falls behind the saddle loops and the top section interferes with the bottom of the SaddleSacks. If I had to choose only one and give the others away, I'd probably stay with the large SaddleSack. If I only could have two, I'd add the Carradice Camper. Hope this helps, 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-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: Coachella Valley Riding
When planning a ride up the tramway, take a look at the times of moonrise / moonset also. We had the good fortune to come down the tram a couple of hours after moonrise, on a full moon. During the winter, the air is cold clear and the moon can light up the valley in spectacular fashion. dougP On Dec 15, 8:19 am, David Yu Greenblatt david.yu.greenbl...@gmail.com wrote: Thanks for the tip, Jim. We will bring our Wisconsin garments with us. David G, Madison WI On Wed, Dec 14, 2011 at 11:22 PM, Jim Mather mather...@gmail.com wrote: Just so you know, Joshua Tree is high desert, and it can be covered in snow in January. Average temps in January are hi 60 / low 30, but it can be much colder. If you do the Palm Springs tram up the mountain, be aware that it will be snowy at the top, it's 8500' up a 10,000' mountain. You can x-c ski or snowshoe from the tram stop. The town of Idylwild is a quaint stop; it's a good ride from the valley in the summer but not really possible in the winter. jim m wc ca On Wed, Dec 14, 2011 at 3:54 PM, David Yu Greenblatt david.yu.greenbl...@gmail.com wrote: I am also going to California for the first week of January, to Palm Desert, and plan to either bring a bike or rent one there. Have any of you cycled in the Coachella Valley? I'd appreciate any recommendations for biking routes or other things to do. I will be there with family including 4 and 7 year old children. I do plan to make a trip to Joshua Tree National Park. Thanks, David G, Madison WI- 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: These cranks stink so good!
The reasons for the proprietary bolt circle are simple: None of the common bolt circles allow useful combinations like 48-32 and 46-30. That's not exactly true as stated. Some of us run 94/58 triple cranks as compact doubles. Perhaps that doesn't qualify as common but there are at least a dozen brand names of rings I can buy. I'm running one of those cranks with a 44/30 and the other with a 46/29 on the 94mm circle. The appeal (to me) of the Herse format is that it allows you to go even smaller, like 44/28 or 42/26, or the 40/24 made popular in Riv circles by Keven. In addition, you (Jan) have made the case that five arms is just plain-old superfluous, a historical accident more than anything else. Some people think it's a contradiction or even hypocrisy that Jan is a gram-counter sometimes and a heavy-bike apologist at other times. Cripes! His new bike has a 28-hole Schmidt generator hub! I take the conflict slightly differently. While Jan says that several pounds of cargo don't make a huge qualitative difference in feel while riding, he's got a thing about carrying unnecessary weight. Add weight if and where it is needed, and nowhere else. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/G4tP8lTr2d4J. 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: Flat Tire Help
Why is that not advisable? -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Horace Sent: Thursday, December 15, 2011 1:45 PM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: [RBW] Re: Flat Tire Help Are you tightening the nut lock all the way to the rim? If so, stop doing that. On Thu, Dec 15, 2011 at 8:17 AM, Sean Whelan strummer_...@yahoo.com wrote: Several years ago, I was using a traditional brass Silca presta pump head (of the sort that you can buy from Harris Cyclery). It is a great pump head, but it has no locking mechanism, so it is full on secure with no release. In fact, it locked so tightly on to the threaded Presta valves that I often suffered flats at the seam where the valve joins the tube. Not necessarily at the time of inflation. I switched pump heads to a less tight fit - including ones with a lever. (Serfas, SKS, etc.) and the flat problem went away. When you pump up, is there a lot of friction to remove the pump head? Thanks, Sean --- On Thu, 12/15/11, Philip Williamson philip.william...@gmail.com wrote: From: Philip Williamson philip.william...@gmail.com Subject: [RBW] Re: Flat Tire Help To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Date: Thursday, December 15, 2011, 10:36 AM I had a string of tubes failing at the valve stem. I think it was caused by the tube creeping when the tire pressure was too low. Sometimes it was a hole, sometimes it was more like the valve attachem started peeling up. Hard to patch a tube that close to the valve stem. Do you see your valve stems cocked over at an angle? That's what I was seeing on my mountain bike. I started being more careful about proper inflation, and started using the dork nuts instead of keeping them for M6 spacers. I haven't had that problem since. Philip Philip Williamson www.biketinker.com On Dec 15, 5:25 am, Michael Hechmer mhech...@gmail.com wrote: Yikes, front tire flats are scary; I hope these were slow leaks. Is the stem breaking away from the tube? Are you using tubes with threaded stems and a locknut? I know a lot of mechanics throw away that locknut, claiming its superfluous, but I believe it helps to keep the tube in position, at least during installation. Do you have, or can you borrow a different front wheel and test your rim hypothesis? michael -- 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. -- To ensure compliance with Treasury Department regulations, we advise you that, unless otherwise expressly indicated, any federal tax advice contained in this message was not intended or written to be used, and cannot be used, for the purpose of (i) avoiding tax-related penalties under the Internal Revenue Code or applicable state or local tax law provisions or (ii) promoting, marketing or recommending to another party any tax-related matters addressed herein. This email (and any attachments thereto) is intended only for use by the addressee(s) named herein and may contain legally privileged and/or confidential information. If you are not the intended recipient of this email, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this email (and any attachments thereto) is strictly prohibited. If you receive this email in error please immediately notify me at (212) 735-3000 and permanently delete the original email (and any copy of any email) and any printout thereof. Further information about the firm, a list of the Partners and their professional qualifications will be provided upon request.
[RBW] Re: These cranks stink so good!
I've not heard of any WI failures either and I live 15 miles up the road. I wonder if the failures occurred during developmental testing? In which case four failures are relatively few. CNC machining seems to be what domestic machinists find cost effective - Paul uses it as well, and I like to buy locally produced stuff. So I might buy a set of WI if I had the cash and actually needed a new crank. I wouldn't be particularly happy about the pinned and ramped BLACK chainrings, but I'd rather bet my teeth on a WI than with an unproven lightly produced forged crank. Box Construction - does that describe the crank arm cross section after material is removed from the inside? Phil B On Dec 15, 9:57 am, Philip Williamson philip.william...@gmail.com wrote: On Dec 15, 8:18 am, Michael Hechmer mhech...@gmail.com wrote: So the WI cranks are cnc machined, so what. I've never heard of a WI crank failure, and if one did fail I'm certain WI would make good on it, no question. The 8 mm of additional Q is insignificant, as is the 100 g. I have, second hand, six years ago, from one source, heard of four failures. The guy who mentioned the failures rode the ENO cranks and thought 4 failures was a small number. If you called White Industries, they'd probably tell you how many cranks they've produced and how many they've warrantied. Agreed on the Q and weight. Also agree on the Made In Petaluma appeal. Philip -- 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: These cranks stink so good!
White Industries has a very entertaining flickr feed showing several of their production processes. There is a shot of the backside of some ENO cranks to show how the arms are hogged out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/8XYm71WivDUJ. 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] Attaching a dyno-light to a Nitto Big Front Rack
Hi, I have a Nitto Big Front Rack on my Hillborne and would like to mount my BM Cyo on the side of the rack, ahead of where you'd normally hang a pannier. The rack only has a hole in the very front and center of the rack, which does not seem ideal for me. Are there any well made clamps or work-arounds that any of you have encountered along the way? I'd love to employ the Rene Herse bracket, but I would need to somehow clamp it around the tubular steel. http://www.renehersestore.com/servlet/the-341/Light-Bracket-for-Edelux/Detail Thanks for your suggestions in advance, Jason -- 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] Attaching a dyno-light to a Nitto Big Front Rack
Why not ideal? I mount a Supernova there on my Atlantis, and it works extremely well -- never any blockage of the beam, which is at a good height and provides excellent illumination. Here's a side pic: http://www.flickr.com/photos/37542512@N04/4815789426/in/set-72157624427413755 And from the front, showing the mount: http://www.flickr.com/photos/37542512@N04/4815790104/in/set-72157624427413755/ -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of jandrews_nyc Sent: Thursday, December 15, 2011 3:29 PM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] Attaching a dyno-light to a Nitto Big Front Rack Hi, I have a Nitto Big Front Rack on my Hillborne and would like to mount my BM Cyo on the side of the rack, ahead of where you'd normally hang a pannier. The rack only has a hole in the very front and center of the rack, which does not seem ideal for me. Are there any well made clamps or work-arounds that any of you have encountered along the way? I'd love to employ the Rene Herse bracket, but I would need to somehow clamp it around the tubular steel. http://www.renehersestore.com/servlet/the-341/Light-Bracket-for-Edelux/Detail Thanks for your suggestions in advance, Jason -- 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. -- To ensure compliance with Treasury Department regulations, we advise you that, unless otherwise expressly indicated, any federal tax advice contained in this message was not intended or written to be used, and cannot be used, for the purpose of (i) avoiding tax-related penalties under the Internal Revenue Code or applicable state or local tax law provisions or (ii) promoting, marketing or recommending to another party any tax-related matters addressed herein. This email (and any attachments thereto) is intended only for use by the addressee(s) named herein and may contain legally privileged and/or confidential information. If you are not the intended recipient of this email, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this email (and any attachments thereto) is strictly prohibited. If you receive this email in error please immediately notify me at (212) 735-3000 and permanently delete the original email (and any copy of any email) and any printout thereof. Further information about the firm, a list of the Partners and their professional qualifications will be provided upon request. == -- 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: New to the group – First Post! Tire Review, Saddle Swap
Heh, the Caramel color of the Saluki was based (indirectly) on my cat, Grub: http://www.flickr.com/photos/40738390@N08/6407441069/in/photostream On Tue, Dec 13, 2011 at 11:16 AM, Penny gopennygo.farth...@gmail.com wrote: Thank you. I think that color is Persimmon in Dupontese; I wanted to approximate the color of a chestnut horse--they nailed it! -- 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] Attaching a dyno-light to a Nitto Big Front Rack
+1 that front and center is terrific. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/8J-Vj7VvSEcJ. 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: These cranks stink so good!
FWIW, The Sugino OX801D cranks are terrific. They are nicely finished, shift effortlessly, don't weigh too much, come with a BB and have common BCD. Highly recommended! Oddly, domestic suppliers don't seem to stock the interesting chainring combinations or non-silver finish. However, you can get a sub $500 price (incl. intl shipping) and any color or chainring combo if you order from AlexsCycle.com in Japan. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/6AW4VtObfSAJ. 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: These cranks stink so good!
On Thu, 2011-12-15 at 12:59 -0800, stevep33 wrote: FWIW, The Sugino OX801D cranks are terrific. They are nicely finished, shift effortlessly, don't weigh too much, come with a BB and have common BCD. Highly recommended! Oddly, domestic suppliers don't seem to stock the interesting chainring combinations or non-silver finish. However, you can get a sub $500 price (incl. intl shipping) and any color or chainring combo if you order from AlexsCycle.com in Japan. And would they be better in any way than the Rene Herse cranks? -- 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: These cranks stink so good!
The RH cranks are probably outstanding. I see the Sugino OX801D as functionally similar - low Q, low weight, 46/30 or similar chainrings. The differences relate more to one's personal taste: - classic vs modern appearance - square taper BB vs Hollowtech/outboard bearing BB - silver vs choice of silver/black - 171 arm length vs choice of 160-175 arm length One thing that always bugged me about the TA Pro 5 Vis is that they flex noticeably under load. The Sugino OX801D cranks are stiff. I wonder how the RH cranks feel. Again, this aspect may be a matter of personal taste. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/T-uxPWoSFe0J. 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: These cranks stink so good!
- silver vs choice of silver/black Don't forget the Sugino offers the choice of BLUE RED or *GOLD *chainrings, too! I'm sure Steve Palinscar's MAP would look just delightful with colorful chainrings. Kidding! Kidding! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/GRQKHhTDkXsJ. 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: These cranks stink so good!
The blue, red and gold chainrings come with a pair of very tight jeans and an ironic mustache. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/HRbf-rfZqXAJ. 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: These cranks stink so good!
I see the Sugino OX801D as functionally similar - low Q, low weight, 46/30 or similar chainrings. Not at all. The main draw for the RH cranks for me is the ability to run 48/30, 48/28 but the Sugino OX801D can only go down to 34 like regular old 110 cranks. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/kVkDlfoPy8oJ. 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: Retroshift is now available
Such a cool idea! Most people have these ideas and never follow though. Nice work! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/FC-isinnouQJ. 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: A great link to the best overview I've seen on lighting systems
Kelly: Glad to have your input. A great 2 cents worth! Goes to show how various blog reviews can be biased outdated. Helps to have informed perspectives on other perspectives You have me reconsidering a hub change. Will stop in at Riv and see what Rich would charge for a hub change. I'm still going to go with a battery backup system. Thanks again On Dec 15, 10:49 am, Kelly Sleeper tkslee...@gmail.com wrote: @Rene Ok so I wasn't real impressed with that site. First I have three SON28's and through I do feel it at times it's on high speed downhills. Also to me the drag is less at lower speeds and the author indicated that higher speeds the hub was had less drag. To continue, at the end he was rather smug in the retaliation of other blogs or what not. In the end I didn't feel it was a credible source. Even though Peter White sells the stuff I feel better about his credibility and reviews. This may be just me. Also be careful on that site. Many of the reviews and statements are based on 2007/2008 evaluations. Check the dates. I've also taken the SON28 off the bike and ridden with a regular wheel. Honestly I couldn't tell the difference. Have the time I have to reach over and see if the light is on. I sure haven't had any vibration that worked it's way to the handlebars on any of the bikes. If not mistaken the Edelux is 80 lux or advertised as so. It's my opinion that it's about the same brightness of a Minewt only covering 3x the area. (guessing and my opinion once again) Not to mention I think it would be great to see night rider or others getting back into the dyno systems and bringing the technology they poor into the battery market. In the mean time after a year on dyno systems I could not go back to battery. Not because battery doesn't work, but because I'm lazy, unorganized, and spur of the moment. Dyno systems allow me to just go and not think.. :) I have had numerous instances over the years where batterie's died .. I forgot to charge or didn't turn the beam down lower etc. That's my 2 cents.. not claiming to be right.. just my impressions. 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: A great link to the best overview I've seen on lighting systems
Kelly: Glad to have your input. Goes to show how various blog reviews can be biased outdated. Helps to have informed perspectives on other perspectives You have me reconsidering a hub change. Will stop in at Riv and see what Rich would charge for a hub change. I'm still going to go with a battery backup system. Thanks again On Dec 15, 10:49 am, Kelly Sleeper tkslee...@gmail.com wrote: @Rene Ok so I wasn't real impressed with that site. First I have three SON28's and through I do feel it at times it's on high speed downhills. Also to me the drag is less at lower speeds and the author indicated that higher speeds the hub was had less drag. To continue, at the end he was rather smug in the retaliation of other blogs or what not. In the end I didn't feel it was a credible source. Even though Peter White sells the stuff I feel better about his credibility and reviews. This may be just me. Also be careful on that site. Many of the reviews and statements are based on 2007/2008 evaluations. Check the dates. I've also taken the SON28 off the bike and ridden with a regular wheel. Honestly I couldn't tell the difference. Have the time I have to reach over and see if the light is on. I sure haven't had any vibration that worked it's way to the handlebars on any of the bikes. If not mistaken the Edelux is 80 lux or advertised as so. It's my opinion that it's about the same brightness of a Minewt only covering 3x the area. (guessing and my opinion once again) Not to mention I think it would be great to see night rider or others getting back into the dyno systems and bringing the technology they poor into the battery market. In the mean time after a year on dyno systems I could not go back to battery. Not because battery doesn't work, but because I'm lazy, unorganized, and spur of the moment. Dyno systems allow me to just go and not think.. :) I have had numerous instances over the years where batterie's died .. I forgot to charge or didn't turn the beam down lower etc. That's my 2 cents.. not claiming to be right.. just my impressions. 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.
Re: [RBW] Re: These cranks stink so good!
Ryan, The Sugino OX801D is offered with chainring combinations ranging from 44/30 to 52/36. My Sugino OX801D cranks have 46/30 rings. http://www.suginoltd.co.jp/english/ox801d_main_english.htm -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/4OcdjVt0mi0J. 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: These cranks stink so good!
the Sugino OX801D can only go down to 34 Ryan Not true, the Sugino OX801D takes a 110mm big ring, and can take a 110mm small ring OR a 74mm small ring. They come stock with 14 different chainring combos, including 46/30, 44/30, 48/32, etc. It's true that Soma (Merry Sales) only stocks down to a 34, but that's not a fundamental limitation of the product. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/vTPdslSkTmIJ. 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: These cranks stink so good!
@stevep33 and @William, Thanks for the correction. So 90 bcd cranks can go as low as 28 AND the OX801D is a 90? Sweet! Any other suggestions besides the OX801D that are good 90bcd cranks? As long as the OX801D is in RH price range I'd rather have the RH. - Ryan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/QUWWHQOxctsJ. 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: These cranks stink so good!
I don't know where you got that the Sugino is a 90mm BCD. As I said above, the Sugino will take a 110mm inner ring OR a 74mm inner ring: https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-1QyavWav_4g/TuqGR1HuOwI/AiM/QsMBdeiW65k/s1600/conpact-plus.jpg See? Any 110mm ring you want. Any 74mm ring you want. 74mm goes all the way down to 24. I've never seen the bolt configuration on this crankset when the 74mm bolts are in use. The big ring would have to use single chainring bolts, and the small ring would have a different set of bolts. What other cranksets do an equivalent thing? The RH crankset, the White VBC, and some others. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/I2NsHX51EZsJ. 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: Attaching a dyno-light to a Nitto Big Front Rack
There's a flickr group just for mounting generator hub lighting. You might find some inspiration there: http://www.flickr.com/groups/554659@N24/ On Dec 15, 12:28 pm, jandrews_nyc jasonaschwa...@gmail.com wrote: Hi, I have a Nitto Big Front Rack on my Hillborne and would like to mount my BM Cyo on the side of the rack, ahead of where you'd normally hang a pannier. The rack only has a hole in the very front and center of the rack, which does not seem ideal for me. Are there any well made clamps or work-arounds that any of you have encountered along the way? I'd love to employ the Rene Herse bracket, but I would need to somehow clamp it around the tubular steel.http://www.renehersestore.com/servlet/the-341/Light-Bracket-for-Edelu... Thanks for your suggestions in advance, Jason -- 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: These cranks stink so good!
Not bad, Sugino. But Compass has you beat because its super-compact double crankset requires two fewer spider arms and seven fewer chainring bolts! After the Rene Herse crankset comes out in the full Chris King rainbow of colorways including the ever popular Rastahttp://chrisking.com/files/images/headsets/dreadset_2009.jpg combo, the crank wars will officially be over. David G, Madison WI On Thu, Dec 15, 2011 at 5:49 PM, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: I don't know where you got that the Sugino is a 90mm BCD. As I said above, the Sugino will take a 110mm inner ring OR a 74mm inner ring: https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-1QyavWav_4g/TuqGR1HuOwI/AiM/QsMBdeiW65k/s1600/conpact-plus.jpg See? Any 110mm ring you want. Any 74mm ring you want. 74mm goes all the way down to 24. I've never seen the bolt configuration on this crankset when the 74mm bolts are in use. The big ring would have to use single chainring bolts, and the small ring would have a different set of bolts. What other cranksets do an equivalent thing? The RH crankset, the White VBC, and some others. -- 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: Attaching a dyno-light to a Nitto Big Front Rack
Thanks, Lynne - just joined that group. Jason, I'd mount the light front and center. Otherwise, a simple P clamp might work if it fit tightly enough. I imagine the longer arm you get on it, the less likely it is to stay where you want it, though. Some people have made dynamite light-mount arms from brake parts and other cast-off bike bits: http://www.biketinker.com/2011/projects/brake-arm-light-mount-extension/ Philip Philip Williamson www.biketinker.com On Dec 15, 4:41 pm, Lynne Fitz fitzb...@comcast.net wrote: There's a flickr group just for mounting generator hub lighting. You might find some inspiration there:http://www.flickr.com/groups/554659@N24/ On Dec 15, 12:28 pm, jandrews_nyc jasonaschwa...@gmail.com wrote: Hi, I have a Nitto Big Front Rack on my Hillborne and would like to mount my BM Cyo on the side of the rack, ahead of where you'd normally hang a pannier. The rack only has a hole in the very front and center of the rack, which does not seem ideal for me. Are there any well made clamps or work-arounds that any of you have encountered along the way? I'd love to employ the Rene Herse bracket, but I would need to somehow clamp it around the tubular steel.http://www.renehersestore.com/servlet/the-341/Light-Bracket-for-Edelu... Thanks for your suggestions in advance, Jason -- 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: Retroshift is now available
Mike: Thanks for posting; I'm interested to see how they come out on your build. Like you, I bump my bar ends just often enough for it to be annoying. I even tried thumbies up on the tops for a while one time but didn't care for that. These could be the answer. Anything good enough for cyclocross is good enough for touring, and they have repair parts. dougP On Dec 15, 1:45 pm, Ryan Ray ryanr...@gmail.com wrote: Such a cool idea! Most people have these ideas and never follow though. Nice work! -- 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: These cranks stink so good!
I think it's really awesome that there are at least four different ways to get an off the shelf 46/30. Herse, Velo-Orange, Sugino, and White Industries. There may be a lot more. 5 years ago did we have that many options for a truly useful compact double? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/HDH1dMTtC3EJ. 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] Frame clearance between Ram and Cani-Rom the same?
I would like my Ram to be able to fit Jack Brown tires AND fenders. Does anybody know if converting my Ram to a Canti-Ram allow me to run this tire/fender combination? Rocky -- 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: Soliciting Suggestions for Day Trip In and/or Around Davis California
Ride Report - I fastidiously checked the weather forecasts every day up to Wednesday. Rain was predicted. Looked as though a few brief showers would hit early Thursday morning around and the taper off to nothing about 9am. Since I was looking forward to riding the custom, I waited to leave until the rain died out. Got on the 10:37 train in Richmond, hung up the bike and relaxed for an hour. Got off in Davis, and just started riding without getting sufficiently oriented. My plan was to head to Winters and possibly climb to Monticello dam or climb Cantlowe and return via Pleasants Valley. As it turned out, I headed south under Interstate 80 (thinking I was heading west under 113). Eventually, I realized I was not getting any closer to the hills in the west and realized I had gone south. Made a couple of turns and headed north through Dixon. Had the pleasure of pedaling through a stiff headwind. Eventually arrived at Russell Blvd and headed west. The stiff headwind provided excellent appreciation of the crosswind I encountered when I headed west. I arrived in Winters around 2pm - after a good two hour ride. Found Steady Eddy's quickly, and settled in to lunch. Got up after lunch and picked up the bike. Riding away, the front tire seems a little low. Turns out it's flat. Very strange since I ride only Scwalbe Maarathon Supremes these days. I become convinced someone is playing a practical joke on me and has let the air out of my tire. Pump it up once to see if it goes flat again. Seems pretty soft. Perhaps I didn't really pump it up hard the first time. Pump it up hard this time. Goes completely flat. Must not be a prank. I change the tube and put the front wheel back on. Get back on the bike - now the right pedal feels really squirrely. Get off the bike and look it over. The pedal body is much further outboard that it usually is. It comes off. Turns out the spindle is busted. Put the pedal body in the bag and start riding back to Davis. Hard to keep the right foot on the well-greased spindle. Get back to Davis in well under an hour - but my left knee is starting to hurt - probably from overcompensating for the right leg that can't seem to stay on the spindle. Walk around Davis till the Amtrak 4:55 arrives and return to the East Bay. A few photos shot along the way: http://www.flickr.com/photos/72196207@N07/sets/72157628438901745/ On Dec 7, 2:56 pm, Rex Kerr rexk...@gmail.com wrote: West to Pleasant Valley Road (beautiful road), then across the grade and back via Dixon is a nice ride, and not too hard if you want to take it easy. Another option would be to ride East to Sac and take the American River bike trail up to Folsom, loop around lake Natoma and then head back on the AR trail, but that has a lot of duplication [same trail out and back] and is probably closer to 90 miles. North and South are both ugly and boring IMO... On Tue, Dec 6, 2011 at 2:20 PM, Corwin ernf...@gmail.com wrote: Hi - In the interests of getting away, I am planning to take Amtrak to Davis next week. Will arrive in Davis shortly after 8am, and return via Amtrak shortly after 9pm the same day. I have ridden many long and short rides. Notable recent rides are Grizzly Peak Century (metric course) and rides up Mt. Diablo and the Berkeley Hills. Looking for scenic rides in the neighborhood of 40 - 80 miles. May include desirable waypoints and/or destinations. If the weather is wet, I will take the Quickbeam (now sporting fenders). If not, I will ride the custom (fenderless). I'm comfortable supporting myself with respect to clothing/snacks/ mechanical. That's not to say that I don't appreciate a nice restaurant or cafe along the route every bit as much as anyone else. Thanks in advance for your suggestions. Corwin P.S.: The Amtrak ticket appears to be flexible enough to allow travel anytime between the stated times on the ticket. So I have the freedom of returning as soon as I like. -- 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.
