[RBW] 70 mile ride today

[Michael]

So, for my first century training over the last 2 months, I have gone from 
25 and 40 mile rides, up to a metric century last Saturday, and then I did 
a 70 miler today.
Beautiful riding through hilly suburban areas and the Grist Mill Trail and 
the B&A Trail, which runs from BWI Airport to Annapolis.
 
I took the Noodle Sam, and I am hoping to ride it for the century ride. 
Very comfortable. Great handling. Very smooth and cushy ride. I am really 
enjoying it. I like the Carradice bag a lot. Great to hold everything I 
need and clothes that I take off during the ride as I warm up. So 
convenient.
 
I really wanted to take more pics. There was a lot of cool stuff to see, 
but I don't like breaking my rhythm so much once I get going. Thinking 
about time, too as the rides have been getting longish.
 
Anyway, here are some shots, just for fun. Sorry for the bad pics.
 
The Lord willing, I will be able to ride and complete the Seagull Century 
on Oct. 5th.
 
http://www.flickr.com/photos/70237737@N00/9739648204/in/set-72157635510486108/
 

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[RBW] Re: Minimalist Riding Shoes

[Christopher Murray]

Howdy!

I love the Soft Star Runamoc and Runamoc Dash- mostly running and casual. I 
have several pairs and they have held up to daily wear for a few years. Nice 
people and MUSA. 
http://www.softstarshoes.com/running-moccasins.html

Cheers! 
cm

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Re: [RBW] Re: Want to Buy WTB dirt drops

[cyclotourist]

I'm here to help...

On 9/13/13, clayton bailey  wrote:
> Thanks for the link!
>
>
>
> 
>  From: cyclotourist 
> To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com
> Sent: Friday, September 13, 2013 4:45 PM
> Subject: Re: [RBW] Re: Want to Buy WTB dirt drops
>
>
> Here's a handy visual showing how dirt drops (lower case) are best set up:
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/4576760855/
>
>
> On 9/13/13, Clayton  wrote:
>>
>>
>> 
>> I too, have found that a high stem is the way to go with wood chippers,
>> et
>> al. I have had several back surgeries and like to be in the drops most of
>> the time for control. Sitting up straight as a pole with my hands on the
>> tops is a nice bonus for comfort!

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Re: [RBW] Re: Want to Buy WTB dirt drops

[clayton bailey]

Thanks for the link!




 From: cyclotourist 
To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com 
Sent: Friday, September 13, 2013 4:45 PM
Subject: Re: [RBW] Re: Want to Buy WTB dirt drops
 

Here's a handy visual showing how dirt drops (lower case) are best set up:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/4576760855/


On 9/13/13, Clayton  wrote:
>
>
> 
> I too, have found that a high stem is the way to go with wood chippers, et
> al. I have had several back surgeries and like to be in the drops most of
> the time for control. Sitting up straight as a pole with my hands on the
> tops is a nice bonus for comfort!
>
> On Wednesday, September 11, 2013 3:16:01 PM UTC-7, dean899 wrote:
>>
>> i always ride in the drops it gives me the most control on and off road. i
>>
>> had the ld stem made specifically for the purpose of bein g in the drops
>> 99% of the time .  riding on the hoods or top of the bar puts me in a
>> position that is too upright for CX. i can only hope to find a bar with
>> enough drop and be a little more real estates in the hooks
>>
>> On Tuesday, September 10, 2013 1:10:01 PM UTC-5, Phil Bickford wrote:
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> On Tuesday, September 10, 2013 1:04:29 AM UTC-7, sameness wrote:

 Those bars on Ebay just... don't... look... right? Maybe it's just the
 photos, but as Mike pointed out, the drops look perilously deeper than
 any
 original Dirt Drops I've ever owned or seen. Also, all were sleeved, not

 bulged a la the auction.

 Not sure if you've ridden on Cunningham-era bars and attendant
 variations, but short of the Specialized BB-1, you might find the tops a

 bit too narrow for CX, esp. if you plan to run interruptor levers.

>>>
>>> The most natural spot to handle the Dirt Drops were in the drops, (or
>>> from the drops to the ends Patrick) for me.  Riding on the hoods seemed
>>> too
>>> narrow, as well as on the tops, but then again that might be the spot a
>>> CX
>>> racer would spend most time - as low as one could get.
>>> My experiences with the Midge is different.  All positions are
>>> comfortable, but, yeah they do still feel a little strange.
>>> Phil B
>>>
>>
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Re: [RBW] Re: Low Normal Derailers

[Eric Platt]

Short cage, so I'm safe.  Have a few 32t cassettes, but mostly am slowly
migrating to 36t.   Then again, don't think I've had a short cage
derailleur since the early 1980's.
Eric Platt
St. Paul, MN


On Fri, Sep 13, 2013 at 2:32 PM, William  wrote:

> Time for more stockpiling!!
>
>
> On Friday, September 13, 2013 8:08:23 AM UTC-7, Z wrote:
>>
>> http://www.ebay.com/itm/**Shimano-XT-RD-M760-Short-Cage-**
>> 9-speed-Rapid-Rise-Rear-**Derailleur-Silver-Black-/**271263565270?pt=US_*
>> *Derailleurs_Rear&hash=**item3f289185d6
>>
>> On Wednesday, September 11, 2013 12:34:33 PM UTC-6, William wrote:
>>>
>>> I like the RD-M751-GS in low normal very much and stockpiled them.
>>>
>>> On Tuesday, September 10, 2013 2:51:41 PM UTC-7, Larry H wrote:

 Are there any list members who are using or have in the past used low
 normal derailers.  For the uninitiated, these are derailers with a spring
 that pulls the cage toward the largest cassette gear rather than the
 smallest.  It appears that Shimano has discontinued all of their low normal
 derailers, but old stock is still available from various retailers.

 The nice thing would be that moving both Silver Shifters in the same
 direction would downshift, making it easier to pedal on climbs.  Also, if
 your cable breaks, down you go to first gear rather than ninth (or
 eighteenth or whatever).

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Re: [RBW] Re: Want to Buy WTB dirt drops

[cyclotourist]

Here's a handy visual showing how dirt drops (lower case) are best set up:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/4576760855/


On 9/13/13, Clayton  wrote:
>
>
> 
> I too, have found that a high stem is the way to go with wood chippers, et
> al. I have had several back surgeries and like to be in the drops most of
> the time for control. Sitting up straight as a pole with my hands on the
> tops is a nice bonus for comfort!
>
> On Wednesday, September 11, 2013 3:16:01 PM UTC-7, dean899 wrote:
>>
>> i always ride in the drops it gives me the most control on and off road. i
>>
>> had the ld stem made specifically for the purpose of bein g in the drops
>> 99% of the time .  riding on the hoods or top of the bar puts me in a
>> position that is too upright for CX. i can only hope to find a bar with
>> enough drop and be a little more real estates in the hooks
>>
>> On Tuesday, September 10, 2013 1:10:01 PM UTC-5, Phil Bickford wrote:
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> On Tuesday, September 10, 2013 1:04:29 AM UTC-7, sameness wrote:

 Those bars on Ebay just... don't... look... right? Maybe it's just the
 photos, but as Mike pointed out, the drops look perilously deeper than
 any
 original Dirt Drops I've ever owned or seen. Also, all were sleeved, not

 bulged a la the auction.

 Not sure if you've ridden on Cunningham-era bars and attendant
 variations, but short of the Specialized BB-1, you might find the tops a

 bit too narrow for CX, esp. if you plan to run interruptor levers.

>>>
>>> The most natural spot to handle the Dirt Drops were in the drops, (or
>>> from the drops to the ends Patrick) for me.  Riding on the hoods seemed
>>> too
>>> narrow, as well as on the tops, but then again that might be the spot a
>>> CX
>>> racer would spend most time - as low as one could get.
>>> My experiences with the Midge is different.  All positions are
>>> comfortable, but, yeah they do still feel a little strange.
>>> Phil B
>>>
>>
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[RBW] Re: Minimalist Riding Shoes

[Deacon Patrick]

I haven't tried those specifically, but I ran in huaraches (that same 
style, essentially a flip-flop with a heel strap), both manufactured and 
homemade, for about two years. They are fantastic, and if you have odd feet 
the custom is a great way to go. The Bedrocks have too much cushioning for 
me (foamed rubber = bad for proprioception), and I never liked the torquing 
of the toe-strap when descending the technical trails I run, so I shifted 
to other options once I figured them out. but as a great cycling sandal, 
well worth trying. If you don't like the idea of a toe thong, these may be 
worth trying (I haven't tried them): http://www.unshoesusa.com/pahtempe.html

With abandon,
Patrick

On Friday, September 13, 2013 5:03:58 PM UTC-6, Zack wrote:
>
> I have been considering getting a pair of these: 
> http://bedrocksandals.com/earthquake-sandals-v2/ I liked that you could 
> pay a little extra and get totally customized sizing/soles.  
>
> Have you tried them?  Looking for something that i could use on the bike 
> and in the water for swims that i decide to take on rides.
>

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[RBW] Re: Minimalist Riding Shoes

[Zack]

I have been considering getting a pair of 
these: http://bedrocksandals.com/earthquake-sandals-v2/ I liked that you 
could pay a little extra and get totally customized sizing/soles.  

Have you tried them?  Looking for something that i could use on the bike 
and in the water for swims that i decide to take on rides.

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[RBW] Minimalist Riding Shoes

[Deacon Patrick]

These might be a good option for someone wanting as little shoe as possible 
without going barefoot. I'll still ride either barefoot or in my moccasins, but 
found these great for both my wide feet and running and wet. ZemGear TerraRAZ. 
http://zemgear.com

Here's my review of them in a minimalist running group:
https://groups.google.com/forum/#!topic/huaraches/v32MZUuYz60

With abandon,
Patrick

www.MindYourHeadCoop.org
www.OurHolyConception.org

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[RBW] FS: Nitto Mustache Bars

[Ken D]

I bought the original mustache bars from Riv about a year or so ago. 
 They've had very light use and are in fine shape. Selling for $45 via 
Paypal including shipping.

Thanks,
Ken

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Re: [RBW] WTB elegant FD adapter 28.6

[Larry H]

Origin 8

http://www.origin-8.com/product-description/?prod_model_uid=8223

This is the one Riv used to sell.  Silver and 28.6 no shims

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[RBW] Re: FS: Curt Goodrich All-Rounder frameset inspired by Atlantis, plus wheelset

[Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery]

Thanks! It really is a sweet-riding loaded touring bike, but also somehow 
feels relatively fast and nimble unloaded. But I don't ride it much except 
for "Riv-ish" events, so I think it's time to pass it on. If my price seems 
out of line, make me an offer.

Jim

On Thursday, September 12, 2013 8:00:59 PM UTC-5, Chris Lampe 2 wrote:
>
> That is a sweet bike!  Love the stripped down version in Green and I can 
> see the Atlantis influence.  I think my favorite Riv is Grant's old 90's 
> Atlantis that he takes on S240's.  Something about a tall frame with 26" 
> wheels and fat tires..
>  
>
> On Thursday, September 12, 2013 2:27:51 PM UTC-5, Jim Thill - Hiawatha 
> Cyclery wrote:
>
>> I've had this frame for a few years, and had it built in several 
>> configurations, mostly as some kind of touring bike or fat tire rambling 
>> bike. The original red paint didn't hold up, so I had it powdercoated "nut 
>> green" just over a year ago. The powdercoat is in mostly great shape with a 
>> little dirt and a few minor scuffs, which I will try my best to clean/buff 
>> before shipping. I don't know of any dents of dings in the metal.
>>
>> Here's the frame geometry details provided by Curt at the time he built 
>> the bike:
>> ST=58 (center to top)
>> TT=58 (center to center)
>> TT slope=2 degrees
>> Seat angle=72
>> Head angle=72
>> Fork rake=50mm
>> BB drop=62
>> CS=44.5cm
>> Rear spacing is 137.5 mm for use with either 135 mm or 140 mm tandem hubs.
>>
>> When I ordered this, I owned a 58 cm Atlantis, which I wanted to more or 
>> less replicate, but with some custom changes. Namely, I wanted 26" wheels 
>> with clearance for 60 mm (2.35") tires with fenders, and I wanted a 1-1/8 
>> steerer for added stiffness with heavy-ish front loads. There are also some 
>> neat braze-ons for various racks, taillight, cantilever hanger, etc. The 
>> bike is everything I wanted, and it rides beautifully, but my tastes have 
>> changed a bit over the years, and I have a number of other bikes that fill 
>> a similar niche. Plus, there are future projects to consider...
>>
>> Pics: 
>> http://www.flickr.com/photos/twowheelflight/sets/72157635499760066/
>>
>> The pics showing the bike without racks were taken today. I included some 
>> earlier pics just to show build versatility and tire clearance. 
>>
>> I paid $2200 for the frame, fork, and taillight, and I believe Curt's 
>> frames have increased in price substantially since then. Right now, I'm 
>> selling the frame, fork, fenders, FSA Orbit X headset, and the custom 
>> seat-tube mount taillight. $1350 shipped in CONUS.
>>
>> I would also selling the wheelset: White Industries MI6 (disc-compatible) 
>> hub 40h on black Aeroheat rim and Schmidt SON28 (old style, 
>> disc-compatible) 32h on black Aeroheat rim: $650 shipped CONUS
>>
>

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[RBW] Blue Rivendell sighting in MD

[Michael]

Saw guy riding a dark blue drop bar cream headtube "Rivendell" on DT bike today 
by BWI airport in MD. He was oncoming on the MUP.
I yelled "Rivendell" as I went by, but rider didn't stop to talk. I slowed to 
check.

It was a really nice dark blue. Looked like it may have been metallic. Hard to 
tell. Didn't have time to notice the build on it. It was a lean and spry 
looking bike and rider. They matched!

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[RBW] Re: FS: Saluki 650b, 60cm, complete bike

[Ryan]

Don't think wanting a different color is silly at all...:)
On Tuesday, September 10, 2013 7:25:48 PM UTC-5, iamkeith wrote: 
>
>  Man, this bike is really gorgeous.  And I want a 60 cm Saluki s 
> badly.   But I have two green Rivendells and, though I know it's 
> silly,  really want a different color for the sake of variety.   So  in 
> case there's anybody out there reading this, who has a butterscotch version 
> and thinks they might like this one better, let's talk.  Maybe we can make 
> three parties happy!?  (assuming it hasn't sold, that is.)
>  
>
> On Saturday, September 7, 2013 4:06:06 PM UTC-6, J G wrote:
>
>> Photos are uploaded at http://www.flickr.com/photos/94248582@N06/ 
>>
>>
>>
>> On Wednesday, September 4, 2013 10:38:56 PM UTC-5, J G wrote: 
>>>
>>>  I am the original owner of this beautiful, rare, Toyo built, Saluki 
>>> 60cm, 650b with centerpull brakes.  I am selling it as a complete bike 
>>> which is how I purchased it from Riv, they assembled it with their 
>>> attention to detail.  Original green and cream color.  Mix of Nitto and 
>>> Shimano 105 components.  I would like to sell it to someone in this group 
>>> and not go to Ebay with it.  Asking $2400.00.  Please contact me off list 
>>> with serious inquiries.  I will be taking photos and link to them this 
>>> weekend but won’t have time until then (Sept 8).  If you inquire I will 
>>> supply you with the link and answer your questions on all the details of 
>>> the bike. 
>>>
>>

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[RBW] Re: Low Normal Derailers

[William]

Time for more stockpiling!!

On Friday, September 13, 2013 8:08:23 AM UTC-7, Z wrote:
>
>
> http://www.ebay.com/itm/Shimano-XT-RD-M760-Short-Cage-9-speed-Rapid-Rise-Rear-Derailleur-Silver-Black-/271263565270?pt=US_Derailleurs_Rear&hash=item3f289185d6
>
> On Wednesday, September 11, 2013 12:34:33 PM UTC-6, William wrote:
>>
>> I like the RD-M751-GS in low normal very much and stockpiled them.   
>>
>> On Tuesday, September 10, 2013 2:51:41 PM UTC-7, Larry H wrote:
>>>
>>> Are there any list members who are using or have in the past used low 
>>> normal derailers.  For the uninitiated, these are derailers with a spring 
>>> that pulls the cage toward the largest cassette gear rather than the 
>>> smallest.  It appears that Shimano has discontinued all of their low normal 
>>> derailers, but old stock is still available from various retailers.
>>>
>>> The nice thing would be that moving both Silver Shifters in the same 
>>> direction would downshift, making it easier to pedal on climbs.  Also, if 
>>> your cable breaks, down you go to first gear rather than ninth (or 
>>> eighteenth or whatever).
>>>
>>

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[RBW] Re: WTB elegant FD adapter 28.6

[Ron Mc]

  

Suntour Ultra 6, Cyclone GT RD, Shimano 600EX FD, T/A pro 5 (47/42 
half-steps plus 26 escape)

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Re: [RBW] Re: WTB elegant FD adapter 28.6

[JL]

Garth,

Good point.  The suntour ones are some of my favs.  The Sprint and Superbe that 
I have used work well with both doubles and triples and have a cage shape that 
works with a variety of chainring sizes.   :) 

On this particular bike i wanted to try out STI shifting and 10s chains so I 
made some limits to the practicality of my choices in the name of "science"

Jason

On Sep 13, 2013, at 10:43 AM, Garth  wrote:

> 
> Of course . one can always just get a genuine 28.6 clamp FD :)   The 105 
> , Ultegra and Dura Ace FD's ( FD-5500 FD-6500) and such of that time frame  
> and older All work wonderfully, as do many Sun Tours.  I even use a 105 
> double with a 26/36/50 triple on one bike. A 105 FD clears the Bombadil frame 
> also, but I use another vintage FD with that .   Ebay to me is gold mine of 
> great vintage parts, many NOS even :) 
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Re: [RBW] Re: WTB elegant FD adapter 28.6

[Ron Mc]

I like the functionality of the one Riv sells.  If you decide to change 
chainrings, you just adjust the vertical position of the FD (as you would 
with a braze-on) and don't have to readjust the rotational alignment at the 
same time.  

On Friday, September 13, 2013 11:04:31 AM UTC-5, JL wrote:
>
> Garth, thanks.  
>
> That looks like the current winner.  
> It is unfortunate that riv sells IRD fds but a different brand of clamp 
> adapter.  I am going to call them today though.  Sometimes they have items 
> around that don't make it to the website. 
>
>
>
> On Sep 13, 2013, at 6:24 AM, Garth > 
> wrote:
>
>
> I found this one on IRD's website  about as elegant as you're 
> going to find.
> http://store.interlocracing.com/irdfrdecl.html
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[RBW] Re: WTB elegant FD adapter 28.6

[Garth]

Of course . one can always just get a genuine 28.6 clamp FD :)   The 
105 , Ultegra and Dura Ace FD's ( FD-5500 FD-6500) and such of that time 
frame  and older All work wonderfully, as do many Sun Tours.  I even use a 
105 double with a 26/36/50 triple on one bike. A 105 FD clears the Bombadil 
frame also, but I use another vintage FD with that .   Ebay to me is gold 
mine of great vintage parts, many NOS even :) 

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[RBW] Re: Want to Buy WTB dirt drops

[Clayton]

I too, have found that a high stem is the way to go with wood chippers, et 
al. I have had several back surgeries and like to be in the drops most of 
the time for control. Sitting up straight as a pole with my hands on the 
tops is a nice bonus for comfort!

On Wednesday, September 11, 2013 3:16:01 PM UTC-7, dean899 wrote:
>
> i always ride in the drops it gives me the most control on and off road. i 
> had the ld stem made specifically for the purpose of bein g in the drops 
> 99% of the time .  riding on the hoods or top of the bar puts me in a 
> position that is too upright for CX. i can only hope to find a bar with 
> enough drop and be a little more real estates in the hooks
>
> On Tuesday, September 10, 2013 1:10:01 PM UTC-5, Phil Bickford wrote:
>>
>>
>>
>> On Tuesday, September 10, 2013 1:04:29 AM UTC-7, sameness wrote:
>>>
>>> Those bars on Ebay just... don't... look... right? Maybe it's just the 
>>> photos, but as Mike pointed out, the drops look perilously deeper than any 
>>> original Dirt Drops I've ever owned or seen. Also, all were sleeved, not 
>>> bulged a la the auction.
>>>
>>> Not sure if you've ridden on Cunningham-era bars and attendant 
>>> variations, but short of the Specialized BB-1, you might find the tops a 
>>> bit too narrow for CX, esp. if you plan to run interruptor levers. 
>>>
>>
>> The most natural spot to handle the Dirt Drops were in the drops, (or 
>> from the drops to the ends Patrick) for me.  Riding on the hoods seemed too 
>> narrow, as well as on the tops, but then again that might be the spot a CX 
>> racer would spend most time - as low as one could get.
>> My experiences with the Midge is different.  All positions are 
>> comfortable, but, yeah they do still feel a little strange.
>> Phil B
>>
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Re: [RBW] Re: WTB elegant FD adapter 28.6

[JL]

Garth, thanks.  

That looks like the current winner.  
It is unfortunate that riv sells IRD fds but a different brand of clamp 
adapter.  I am going to call them today though.  Sometimes they have items 
around that don't make it to the website. 



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> 
> I found this one on IRD's website  about as elegant as you're going 
> to find.
> http://store.interlocracing.com/irdfrdecl.html
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[RBW] Re: Low Normal Derailers

[Z]

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Shimano-XT-RD-M760-Short-Cage-9-speed-Rapid-Rise-Rear-Derailleur-Silver-Black-/271263565270?pt=US_Derailleurs_Rear&hash=item3f289185d6

On Wednesday, September 11, 2013 12:34:33 PM UTC-6, William wrote:
>
> I like the RD-M751-GS in low normal very much and stockpiled them.   
>
> On Tuesday, September 10, 2013 2:51:41 PM UTC-7, Larry H wrote:
>>
>> Are there any list members who are using or have in the past used low 
>> normal derailers.  For the uninitiated, these are derailers with a spring 
>> that pulls the cage toward the largest cassette gear rather than the 
>> smallest.  It appears that Shimano has discontinued all of their low normal 
>> derailers, but old stock is still available from various retailers.
>>
>> The nice thing would be that moving both Silver Shifters in the same 
>> direction would downshift, making it easier to pedal on climbs.  Also, if 
>> your cable breaks, down you go to first gear rather than ninth (or 
>> eighteenth or whatever).
>>
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Re: [RBW] Bosque, after rain, 091113

[Patrick Moore]

The FFs are tubeless ready.


On Fri, Sep 13, 2013 at 7:54 AM, Steven Frederick  wrote:

> Are the tires tubeless-ready?  Tread carefully--I had a nasty crash a
> couple of weeks ago when a non-tubeless WTB tire I'd been running tubeless
> on a Stans rim blew off my front rim.  POW!!  SLAM!!  My buddy thought
> someone shot me.  I think I'm going to stick to tubeless-specific tires or
> Stan'd tubes from now on...
>
>
> On Wed, Sep 11, 2013 at 6:38 PM, Patrick Moore wrote:
>
>> ...I am going to have the wheels converted to tubeless.
>>
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Re: [RBW] Bosque, after rain, 091113

[Steven Frederick]

Are the tires tubeless-ready?  Tread carefully--I had a nasty crash a
couple of weeks ago when a non-tubeless WTB tire I'd been running tubeless
on a Stans rim blew off my front rim.  POW!!  SLAM!!  My buddy thought
someone shot me.  I think I'm going to stick to tubeless-specific tires or
Stan'd tubes from now on...


On Wed, Sep 11, 2013 at 6:38 PM, Patrick Moore  wrote:

> ...I am going to have the wheels converted to tubeless.
>
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Re: [RBW] Re: It's like having a brand new bike!

[Steven Frederick]

I dunno-there's some pretty good hills in Zurich as I recall...the cassette
probably just looks big in relation to the smaller wheels/frame.

It's a beautiful bike, and what a great area to ride it in!

Steve


On Wed, Sep 11, 2013 at 2:22 PM, SMP  wrote:

> Yes, a bit excessive, I know...  Sometimes I wonder if I should simplify.
>
> On Wednesday, September 11, 2013 1:46:23 AM UTC+2, Chris Lampe 2 wrote:
>>
>> That is a beautiful bike but holy cross-chaining!  I've never seen a
>> cassette that big.
>>
>>
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[RBW] Re: WTB elegant FD adapter 28.6

[Garth]

I found this one on IRD's website  about as elegant as you're going 
to find.
http://store.interlocracing.com/irdfrdecl.html

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[RBW] Re: WTB elegant FD adapter 28.6

[sameness]

Not sure if it qualifies as elegant (more at... unobtrusive?), but this is 
the one I 
use, 
though I didn't buy it from them.

Useful because it affords height adjustment. Tried the IRD style, but ran 
into interference problems with a bottle cage boss while running a mountain 
triple.

Jeff Hagedorn
Warragul, VIC Australia

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