Re: [RBW] Re: Great ride and failure to help
I always take tools and a pump with me when I drive it. And sometimes a folding bike ;) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] 51cm Sam Hillborne build: advice?
Congratulations on your new bike, Zach! Just one suggestion, the Sackville Saddlesack XS is perfect for everyday riding, it holds what you need, as it says on the Riv website. And now there's a choice of colors again. It may seem a bit pricey but it looks great on the bike. Cheers, Steve -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Broken Crank (Quickbeam)
can't see your photos without a yahoo account. I think we're dealing with the biggest limitation of a square taper crank. The torque is going to gradually relax, and stresses become really high on the inside corner - the one that's loaded when you step on the crank. I had the same thing happen on a used TA5 - broke when I was taking off from a stoplight. http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v728/bulldog1935/Raleigh/700c/aP1207649.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v728/bulldog1935/Raleigh/700c/aP1207650.jpg -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: What do Ricendell riders use for cycling shoes (not clipless).
my daughter likes her airy Keens (I'm not sure of the model), which also have good toe protection and good arch support http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v728/bulldog1935/estes/bike/aleoncreektrailhead.jpg On Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 8:22:11 AM UTC-5, Nancy Seibel wrote: I use Salomon women's XR mission running/trail shoes. On Monday, April 27, 2015 at 8:39:17 PM UTC-4, Lungimsam wrote: What do you all use? Looking for something so I don't feel my rat raps through the soles. Been using sneakers but feet getting a little sore on longer rides. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Broken Crank (Quickbeam)
Not to be pedantic, but that looks like the Lambert copy of the TA crank. They were designed for their proprietary spindle that was taperless. If you were using it on another bottom bracket, it's not surprising that it broke. A lot of people get the two cranks confused because they look so similar. Jay Hartman On Thursday, April 30, 2015, Ron Mc bulldog...@gmail.com wrote: can't see your photos without a yahoo account. I think we're dealing with the biggest limitation of a square taper crank. The torque is going to gradually relax, and stresses become really high on the inside corner - the one that's loaded when you step on the crank. I had the same thing happen on a used TA5 - broke when I was taking off from a stoplight. http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v728/bulldog1935/Raleigh/700c/aP1207649.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v728/bulldog1935/Raleigh/700c/aP1207650.jpg -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','rbw-owners-bunch%2bunsubscr...@googlegroups.com'); . To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com');. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Schwalbe Marathon Almotion Riders
Do you ride them? In what conditions? How do you like them? Schwalbe describes them as on par for trail and snow with the Smart Sam (I presume because they are supple, because they have no knobbies), but are listed as highest in the fast rolling category. I’m considering switching to them on my Hunqapillar as a better do everything tire. With abandon, Patrick www.MindYourHeadCoop.org www.OurHolyConception.org -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Brief Apology to the Forum
have done the same thing before. The same scroll-down that lets you reply privately to author also lets you back up and delete your post On Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at 10:44:18 PM UTC-5, hsmitham wrote: Jim, If you keep this up the cyber cops will be knocking at your door! And we know how they can get ~Hugh honest is wasn't me officer Smitham -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Compass Barlow Pass Tires
I think dead is a perfect description of Marathons, but they are tough and they are fast. My best riding buddy wants exactly that on all his bikes and runs his pressures high. I'm curious if anybody has tried Barlows on Mavic Open Pro rims. I've figured out from experience that the Challange bead is made for skinny rims, and don't bite as well on wider rims like my Synergies. I've also figured out skinny rims are tougher in the long-run, but not trying to debate that. On Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 1:11:18 AM UTC-5, Mike Shaljian wrote: I think you need to be more skeptical of the notion that the Marathons are, in fact, significantly more flat-resistant than the Barlows. The higher volume and lower pressure characteristics of the Barlow make it, in my estimation, a very flat resistant tire. I have put probably 3500 miles on Barlows in the past year or so, entirely while living in college towns with lots of broken glass. Like, actually, fairly large bits are all around and ground glass is everywhere where I've been riding. I have not had one flat in that time and I wouldn't say I ride particularly cautiously. I just run the Barlows at 38 in the rear and 34 up front, and I'm 190 lbs. I agree with Patrick, running them at low pressure is almost unsettlingly more comfortable and zippier, in my experience. Marathons always felt so very dead to me, on both a Quickbeam and Sam Hillborne. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Compass Barlow Pass Tires
I think the best argument about optimum low pressure is texture-following. Chatter and vibration from high tire pressure feel like riding with your hair on fire, but as Jan and others have demonstrated, you get the worst rolling resistance when your tire is not conforming to the road surface texture. On Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 7:57:08 AM UTC-5, David Banzer wrote: I agree with others. Try them at different pressures before giving up on them. IME, larger volume tires are more sensitive to pressure/feel relationship. That's a good thing as you can adjust them as needed for what road surface you're on. Typically I feel faster on gravel with a lower pressure, slightly higher pressure for paved roads. My experience is limited to similar 650b tires and 35mm Paselas, not specifically Barlow Pass tires (though they are on my short list once Paselas and Resist Nomads wear out). David Chicago -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: What do Ricendell riders use for cycling shoes (not clipless).
I use Salomon women's XR mission running/trail shoes. On Monday, April 27, 2015 at 8:39:17 PM UTC-4, Lungimsam wrote: What do you all use? Looking for something so I don't feel my rat raps through the soles. Been using sneakers but feet getting a little sore on longer rides. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Broken Crank (Quickbeam)
I'm glad you're OK, Bob! That was very good timing of it to break given some of the alternatives. I can't see your photos on Flickr as they are private. With abandon, Patrick -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: What do Ricendell riders use for cycling shoes (not clipless).
I'm betting they're Taiwan-made frames On Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 12:13:18 AM UTC-5, Tim wrote: Hey, by the way, where do you find your Ricendell bikes? :) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Compass Barlow Pass Tires
I agree with others. Try them at different pressures before giving up on them. IME, larger volume tires are more sensitive to pressure/feel relationship. That's a good thing as you can adjust them as needed for what road surface you're on. Typically I feel faster on gravel with a lower pressure, slightly higher pressure for paved roads. My experience is limited to similar 650b tires and 35mm Paselas, not specifically Barlow Pass tires (though they are on my short list once Paselas and Resist Nomads wear out). David Chicago On Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 1:11:18 AM UTC-5, Mike Shaljian wrote: I think you need to be more skeptical of the notion that the Marathons are, in fact, significantly more flat-resistant than the Barlows. The higher volume and lower pressure characteristics of the Barlow make it, in my estimation, a very flat resistant tire. I have put probably 3500 miles on Barlows in the past year or so, entirely while living in college towns with lots of broken glass. Like, actually, fairly large bits are all around and ground glass is everywhere where I've been riding. I have not had one flat in that time and I wouldn't say I ride particularly cautiously. I just run the Barlows at 38 in the rear and 34 up front, and I'm 190 lbs. I agree with Patrick, running them at low pressure is almost unsettlingly more comfortable and zippier, in my experience. Marathons always felt so very dead to me, on both a Quickbeam and Sam Hillborne. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: 51cm Sam Hillborne build: advice?
Throw a Tubus rack on the back. They are set up for BM topline lights. If you go Dynamo, get a wired version, otherwise the Cygo Streak front and battery Topline back are good alternatives. Riv sells both. Get a rolltop pannier for the back rack. Ortlieb and Arkel have excellent rapid attach/detach bags. Major cargo capability is serious luxury. It's worth a few $$$. Saddle bags are not as convenient, particularly if you park the bike for errand/grocery shopping purposes. You can't leave a $200 bag on the bike. No changes to the build kit. It's solid. Get a B17 special. Get the sneaker peddles. Yes, they are cheap, I have them on 3 bikes. Like them a lot. If you go dynamo, get a set of Pitlocks. Having the wheels (and seat post) secured is real peace of mind. Get the biggest fenders the bike will fit. Oh... one more thing... if you're mostly commuting and local riding, consider albastaches. Just saying... Will Will On Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at 7:08:50 PM UTC-5, Zach Duval wrote: Greetings Riv-owning folks, Today my new Sam Hillborne frameset arrived, and I'm beyond stoked to start building 'er up. I opted for only the frameset because I work for a local bike shop and am able to get some pretty sweet deals on components. However, I'm new to the shop and this will be my first build from scratch, so I'm open to advice. I'd like the Sam set up with mid-weight touring in mind, with some flexibility to maintain a comfortable and reasonably speedy unloaded ride, and will definitely be going drop-bar style with Noodles. My question for you folks is what are some key upgrades I might consider over the standard build kit suggested on Riv's website? What have you learned from outfitting your own Rivs? Lay on the Riv wisdom. Thanks! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Broken Crank (Quickbeam)
Bob, I am glad it was not a more catastrophic experience for you. All the best, Erl On Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at 11:52:15 PM UTC-4, Statrixbob wrote: First let me say...no injuries, no accident, didn't even fall over. Having said that, it was a bit unexpected and I'm terribly grateful it didn't happen this weekend when I rode the 2015 JBK Haleiwa Metric Century on my Quickbeam (and had a great time as documented in another email and at: http://www.statrix.com/2015/04/2015_jbk_ride_report/) Anyway, I left work today, hopped on my bike and was going to run a few errands and maybe put in an extra mile or two (and I do mean just a mile or two - but still fun, eh?) I was at a light and when stood and pushed off when the light turned green my foot sort of kept going to the ground. Luckily I didn't fall and stopped, though it probably looked clumsy. I couldn't figure out how I'd missed the pedal. I hadn't. My Sugino XD2-QB double 40/32 175mm and come undone. https://www.flickr.com/photos/mgps-bob/sets/72157652254822642/ I didn't take an image in place. I got the hell off the road. :-) I bought the bike in December 2009 and have ridden the heck out of it. I've also mostly been a lot heavier than I am today (also documented in other emails around here). I've gone from 275 to 197, mostly since November 2014. If you do the math, the crank mostly got me at my heaviest. If you look at the break it seems pretty clear it'd been a while coming. There are definite differences from one side of the break to the other. As I said, I'm really just grateful that it didn't happen on the century this weekend, or in heaving traffic (could have too). It was pretty much a non-event. For those who wonder, I have a Hunq that'll be ridden a bit more now. If I'm annoyed with anything it's that I just, and I mean just, ordered some new cork grips from Riv and now will have to order a new crank - twice the shipping charge. If I'd have waited a day or two on the cork grips it could all be one box. Sigh. Luxury problem. Anyway I ride the bike almost exclusively in 42x16 mode and figure I'll get new chainrings and a new single speed cassette - all contingent on taking the chain off and actually seeing what things look like - I might be okay. As for the Hunq I just had a new dynohub wheel made for it and when I got home instead of playing around the with disassembly the QB I put on the new Eyc light, Top Line rear light, and wired it all up. Tomorrow I have a late ride 'date' and until now only the QB had that much light going for it. :-) Aloha, Bob -- Robert Harrison Honolulu, HI rfhar...@gmail.com javascript: statrix.com Wu Name: Tha Eurythmic King of Nowhere -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: 51cm Sam Hillborne build: advice?
Congratulations on the new bike. Looking forward to seeing photos of the final build. There have been some good suggestions. My two cents: 1. Compass tires 2. Sneaker pedals 3. Interrupter levers (I like them on my noodles when I am riding in urban areas) 4. Cork bar tape; I prefer it to the cotton. Enjoy the build process, Erl On Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at 8:08:50 PM UTC-4, Zach Duval wrote: Greetings Riv-owning folks, Today my new Sam Hillborne frameset arrived, and I'm beyond stoked to start building 'er up. I opted for only the frameset because I work for a local bike shop and am able to get some pretty sweet deals on components. However, I'm new to the shop and this will be my first build from scratch, so I'm open to advice. I'd like the Sam set up with mid-weight touring in mind, with some flexibility to maintain a comfortable and reasonably speedy unloaded ride, and will definitely be going drop-bar style with Noodles. My question for you folks is what are some key upgrades I might consider over the standard build kit suggested on Riv's website? What have you learned from outfitting your own Rivs? Lay on the Riv wisdom. Thanks! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] (Sold) Bruce Gordon Rear Rack $95 (shipped to continental US)
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[RBW] Re: Broken Crank (Quickbeam)
that's a really strange place to break. It cracked gradually from the inside. Was there any kind of stamped marking at the crack origin on the inside edge? On Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 9:56:15 AM UTC-5, Statrixbob wrote: Oops, I just made the photos public. https://www.flickr.com/photos/mgps-bob/sets/72157652254822642/ Mea culpa and aloha! Bob On Apr 29, 2015 5:51 PM, Robert F. Harrison rfhar...@gmail.com javascript: wrote: First let me say...no injuries, no accident, didn't even fall over. Having said that, it was a bit unexpected and I'm terribly grateful it didn't happen this weekend when I rode the 2015 JBK Haleiwa Metric Century on my Quickbeam (and had a great time as documented in another email and at: http://www.statrix.com/2015/04/2015_jbk_ride_report/) Anyway, I left work today, hopped on my bike and was going to run a few errands and maybe put in an extra mile or two (and I do mean just a mile or two - but still fun, eh?) I was at a light and when stood and pushed off when the light turned green my foot sort of kept going to the ground. Luckily I didn't fall and stopped, though it probably looked clumsy. I couldn't figure out how I'd missed the pedal. I hadn't. My Sugino XD2-QB double 40/32 175mm and come undone. https://www.flickr.com/photos/mgps-bob/sets/72157652254822642/ I didn't take an image in place. I got the hell off the road. :-) I bought the bike in December 2009 and have ridden the heck out of it. I've also mostly been a lot heavier than I am today (also documented in other emails around here). I've gone from 275 to 197, mostly since November 2014. If you do the math, the crank mostly got me at my heaviest. If you look at the break it seems pretty clear it'd been a while coming. There are definite differences from one side of the break to the other. As I said, I'm really just grateful that it didn't happen on the century this weekend, or in heaving traffic (could have too). It was pretty much a non-event. For those who wonder, I have a Hunq that'll be ridden a bit more now. If I'm annoyed with anything it's that I just, and I mean just, ordered some new cork grips from Riv and now will have to order a new crank - twice the shipping charge. If I'd have waited a day or two on the cork grips it could all be one box. Sigh. Luxury problem. Anyway I ride the bike almost exclusively in 42x16 mode and figure I'll get new chainrings and a new single speed cassette - all contingent on taking the chain off and actually seeing what things look like - I might be okay. As for the Hunq I just had a new dynohub wheel made for it and when I got home instead of playing around the with disassembly the QB I put on the new Eyc light, Top Line rear light, and wired it all up. Tomorrow I have a late ride 'date' and until now only the QB had that much light going for it. :-) Aloha, Bob -- Robert Harrison Honolulu, HI rfhar...@gmail.com javascript: statrix.com Wu Name: Tha Eurythmic King of Nowhere -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] FS: Spring Cleaning - Round 1. Parts Bags.
With the anticipation of a tiny new member of the household in the upcoming months, I've been kindly asked to clear out unnecessary bike bits and bags that have been piling up... So, Round 1 of Spring Cleaning! Same sort of deal that I've done in the past - items are listed on my webstore: treetop.bigcartel.com Shipping is a flat $6 per order, shipped USPS Priority Mail so items will arrive quickly. I also have other bags there that aren't in the following list, and Willow chainrings (which will go up in price by a few bucks this weekend). Please go through the links for photos and info. Contact me offlist if you can if you have any questions. Payment can be through Paypal or a credit/debit card (without needing to use Paypal). Local pickup is fine, just order through the store and I'll refund the shipping charge. Thanks, David Chicago Velo Orange Rando Rack - *$50* - http://treetop.bigcartel.com/product/velo-orange-rando-rack Suntour Thumb Shifter - Power Shifter (left) 6-speed Index/Friction (right - *$15* - http://treetop.bigcartel.com/product/suntour-thumb-shifters-friction-index Dia Compe XCE Cantilever Brakeset (front rear) - *$10* - http://treetop.bigcartel.com/product/dia-compe-xce-cantilever-brakeset Dia Compe XCE Brake Levers (2 sets available) - *$10* - http://treetop.bigcartel.com/product/dia-compe-xce-brake-levers Nitto Technomic Deluxe Stem - 11cm, 26.0mm - *$35* - http://treetop.bigcartel.com/product/nitto-technomic-deluxe-stem-26-0mm-11cm Tektro R538 Brakeset (47-57mm reach) - *$30* - http://treetop.bigcartel.com/product/tektro-r538-brakeset-silver-47-57mm Bar Bag/Wedge Set - 2 bags, deluxe-y, leather liners - *$80* - http://treetop.bigcartel.com/product/front-bar-bag-saddle-wedge-combo-black-w-leather-liner Porteur Rando Bag - prototype bag - *$75* - http://treetop.bigcartel.com/product/porteur-rando-bag Boxy Front Bag/Saddlebag - new design for me, 12x8x8, fits on a front rack or saddlebag support/saddle - *$100* - http://treetop.bigcartel.com/product/boxy-front-bag-saddlebag Small Saddlebag Test Bag - prototype of a new design - *$30* - http://treetop.bigcartel.com/product/small-saddlebag-prototype-test-bag BM IQ Cyo PREMIUM Senso Plus Dynamo Light - new - *$83* - http://treetop.bigcartel.com/product/b-m-iq-cyo-premium-dynamo-light Medium Saddle Wedge - YELLOW (1 available) OR RED (5 available) - *$25* - http://treetop.bigcartel.com/product/medium-saddle-wedge-waxed-canvas -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Broken Crank (Quickbeam)
the worst part is there is really no sensible way to ride after that - luckily when mine happened, we were on our way downtown to the Frankenbike meet. Walked the bike 20 blocks and bought a $5 crank arm to get home. On Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 8:24:03 AM UTC-5, WETH wrote: Bob, I am glad it was not a more catastrophic experience for you. All the best, Erl On Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at 11:52:15 PM UTC-4, Statrixbob wrote: First let me say...no injuries, no accident, didn't even fall over. Having said that, it was a bit unexpected and I'm terribly grateful it didn't happen this weekend when I rode the 2015 JBK Haleiwa Metric Century on my Quickbeam (and had a great time as documented in another email and at: http://www.statrix.com/2015/04/2015_jbk_ride_report/) Anyway, I left work today, hopped on my bike and was going to run a few errands and maybe put in an extra mile or two (and I do mean just a mile or two - but still fun, eh?) I was at a light and when stood and pushed off when the light turned green my foot sort of kept going to the ground. Luckily I didn't fall and stopped, though it probably looked clumsy. I couldn't figure out how I'd missed the pedal. I hadn't. My Sugino XD2-QB double 40/32 175mm and come undone. https://www.flickr.com/photos/mgps-bob/sets/72157652254822642/ I didn't take an image in place. I got the hell off the road. :-) I bought the bike in December 2009 and have ridden the heck out of it. I've also mostly been a lot heavier than I am today (also documented in other emails around here). I've gone from 275 to 197, mostly since November 2014. If you do the math, the crank mostly got me at my heaviest. If you look at the break it seems pretty clear it'd been a while coming. There are definite differences from one side of the break to the other. As I said, I'm really just grateful that it didn't happen on the century this weekend, or in heaving traffic (could have too). It was pretty much a non-event. For those who wonder, I have a Hunq that'll be ridden a bit more now. If I'm annoyed with anything it's that I just, and I mean just, ordered some new cork grips from Riv and now will have to order a new crank - twice the shipping charge. If I'd have waited a day or two on the cork grips it could all be one box. Sigh. Luxury problem. Anyway I ride the bike almost exclusively in 42x16 mode and figure I'll get new chainrings and a new single speed cassette - all contingent on taking the chain off and actually seeing what things look like - I might be okay. As for the Hunq I just had a new dynohub wheel made for it and when I got home instead of playing around the with disassembly the QB I put on the new Eyc light, Top Line rear light, and wired it all up. Tomorrow I have a late ride 'date' and until now only the QB had that much light going for it. :-) Aloha, Bob -- Robert Harrison Honolulu, HI rfhar...@gmail.com statrix.com Wu Name: Tha Eurythmic King of Nowhere -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: 51cm Sam Hillborne build: advice?
+1 on the B17 Special. The thicker leather and hammered rivets are a nice upgrade from the standard B17. It also looks great on the blue or orange Sams (if that is what yours is). I also like both the Thin Gripster and Grip Kings pedals. I would get the spike package for the Grip Kings. Mine has an LX rear derailleur which shifts beautifully. I was always an XT guy but I can't justify the upgrade when the LX is shifting so smoothly. I love Paul brakes for a more modern look and great stopping power. However, the Tektro and Diacomps Riv sells are a little more classic looking. Most importantly, get good wheels and hubs. Rich Lesnik's wheels are really nice. I have 36h Mavic A719 which are really sturdy but a little on the heavy side. They are my go to wheels for commuting and camping. With Schwalbe tires I have little fear of a flat. My light wheels are 32h Synergies with Barlow Pass extralights. Feels radically lighter and more responsive. I'm starting to feel more comfortable about loading them more and may start trying them out for more loaded riding. Everything people have been saying about Synergies and Barlow Pass tires is making me want to push the weight on them a bit more in exchange for the smoother, faster ride. The tires the group have been suggesting are fantastic. I've become a big fan of Compass (extralights, particularly) thanks to feedback from the group. Have a great time building it up. John On Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at 5:08:50 PM UTC-7, Zach Duval wrote: Greetings Riv-owning folks, Today my new Sam Hillborne frameset arrived, and I'm beyond stoked to start building 'er up. I opted for only the frameset because I work for a local bike shop and am able to get some pretty sweet deals on components. However, I'm new to the shop and this will be my first build from scratch, so I'm open to advice. I'd like the Sam set up with mid-weight touring in mind, with some flexibility to maintain a comfortable and reasonably speedy unloaded ride, and will definitely be going drop-bar style with Noodles. My question for you folks is what are some key upgrades I might consider over the standard build kit suggested on Riv's website? What have you learned from outfitting your own Rivs? Lay on the Riv wisdom. Thanks! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: Compass Barlow Pass Tires
I haven't tried the Barlows I haven't had Marathons for a while because fo their stiff nature. I recently went from Panaracer Pasela 35's to the new 38's it has been a HUGE difference in feel. Even going from their regular tire to the PT (extra flat protection) the tire is a vast improvement. I've got a coupla months on these tires with no flats yet. They aren't quite as dreamy as the Big Apples on my Yuba, but defineitly a tire worth consideration if you're trying to split the difference between supple flat protection. For reference I'm around 150 ride them at 40-45 psi, but have let them get down to the 30's without any problems. Best, Eric Indpls -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: 51cm Sam Hillborne build: advice?
Well, shucks. I wasn't very patient (the frame just looked so naked, which is nice, but I wanted to take her places) so I put in my order yesterday for most everything I didn't have on hand (my day off work coincided with my post's moderation period). Anyhow, I went with mostly standard fare with some tweaks here and there, including a few compromises based on what was available with a discount from the shop. Cockpit: 44cm Nitto noodles, Shimano Tiagra levers, Nitto Technomic stem, and I'll be ordering V.O.'s comfy cotton tape (I really dig the feel of shellacked cotton) in red or orange Drivetrain: Sugino X600, 46/36/26 (hoping I like this gearing) with an XT front and Deore back, and an XT 9-speed cassette in back (11-34) Wheelset: front Shimano dyno hub laced to 36h V.O. Diagonale rim, rear V.O. touring hub laced to same rim as front (the V.O. stuff here might be somewhat of a gamble, but at just over cost I'll give it a shot) Other: Tektro R559 brakes, still deciding between MKS touring pedals or the Thin Gripsters And my Brooks B17 Special was planted on immediately after I received the frame. Those two are in it for the long haul together... -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: 51cm Sam Hillborne build: advice?
I'm a huge fan of the Tektro TRP RRL brake levers. They have excellent feel and ergonomics. I have the black/black ones on my KOM and the gum ones on my Riv (both on Nitto B135 bars). King Iris cages are the best, hands down. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: Compass Barlow Pass Tires
On Thu, Apr 30, 2015 at 1:11 AM, Mike Shaljian mikeshalj...@gmail.com wrote: I think you need to be more skeptical of the notion that the Marathons are, in fact, significantly more flat-resistant than the Barlows. The higher volume and lower pressure characteristics of the Barlow make it, in my estimation, a very flat resistant tire. Mike, I envy your luck vs. flats with the Barlow Pass tires. Commuting on city streets in Cedar Rapids tore the hell out of my GB Lierres. I finally took them off after 1500 miles and many flats, mostly from glass shard punctures. I had three separate X holes through the tread. But, the ride of supple tires is so magical that I keep trying. I put new Pari-Motos on my Riv, and flatted the rear within the first 50 miles. :( I'm going to try them tubeless (on tubeless-ready PL23 rims) to deal with the punctures. Tim -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Broken Crank (Quickbeam)
Jay, it's only Lambert foils from Cyclomondo. It was an Anglophile splash, disavowing the French connection. http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v728/bulldog1935/Raleigh/700c/aPA110001.jpg On Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 8:34:30 AM UTC-5, jay hartman wrote: Not to be pedantic, but that looks like the Lambert copy of the TA crank. They were designed for their proprietary spindle that was taperless. If you were using it on another bottom bracket, it's not surprising that it broke. A lot of people get the two cranks confused because they look so similar. Jay Hartman -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: Babyshoe Pass or Loup Loup Pass for my Sam
I have p45 longboards over the Soma GRs on my AHH. That works fine for me, particularly with a center pull front brake that let me get the fender a touch higher, though all things considered I think I would prefer a touch more room side to side. So I agree that you can run those fenders over 40+mm tires on these bikes. One reason for choosing the 42s is that it is the only way to know for sure how much you personally like the tires so many folks are raving about. If you are curious I think trying them is the only way find out how big a difference it will seem like to you. Until you do, you may always wonder if you shouldn't be riding fatter tires. On Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at 9:11:20 PM UTC-7, DS wrote: Ted - Great advice, those are all points that were making me lean towards 38s originally. Plus I didn't think of the brake thing (they are calipers). I go back on forth on fenders all the time, I hardly ever ride in the rain, and it hardly ever rains out here, but even then I previously had fenders with the fatty rumpkins and it was fine, mostly. I think it'll be a decision b/w the 38 and 42's. Thanks for the offer on the Cypres, I do have some on my 700c road bike and love them (which is maybe another reason I kind of want to go wide as possible, to differntiate more b/w the other road bike). On Wed, Apr 29, 2015 at 7:20 PM, ted ted@comcast.net javascript: wrote: DS, I have used 32 mm GB Cypres and ~41 mm Soma GR tires on my 650B AHH. I will disent from the likely majority opinion and suggest you go with the 38 mm tires. I found the 32 mm tires to be excellent for all the roads around me, and I also rode them on local trails and fire roads with no problems. So I am inclined to think 32 mm is wide enough. That said they did look a bit lost in all that clearance, whereas the larger tires fill up the space nicely, and there is no significant down side to going a bit wider. I suggest the 38s over the 42s because they will pass the brakes inflated more easily than the 42s (assuming your Sam doesn't have cantilever brakes). Also if you want fenders come next fall, clearance and coverage will be easier with the 38s. When I changed from 32 to 40+ tires I noticed differences but they were modest enough that I doubt I would notice much difference between 38 and 42. I suspect that 38 is the goldilocks size for bikes like ours, particularly for virtually all paved road use. If you are in the SF Bay area and we can work out the transfer, you can try out my Cypres tires if you like. One has a small casing cut that should probably be booted but otherwise they are fine. On Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at 9:11:45 AM UTC-7, DS wrote: I need the collective wisdom and varied opinions of this group to help me decide, or further confuse me, on the 38mm or 42mm Compass tire for my lightweight wheelset build for my 650b Sam. My other wheelset has Soma Cazaderos. Should I go as wide as I can fit wit the 42mm Babyshoes (are there wider that can fit the sam)? Or stay a little narrower with the 38M Loup Loups? Or even more narrower with they 32m Cypres? This will be used 97% of the time on decent to well paved roads. Also, if anyone has a lightly used set of any of these for sale let me know ;) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to a topic in the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this topic, visit https://groups.google.com/d/topic/rbw-owners-bunch/glTKVbTrJf0/unsubscribe . To unsubscribe from this group and all its topics, send an email to rbw-owners-bun...@googlegroups.com javascript:. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com javascript:. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: 51cm Sam Hillborne build: advice?
Well, shucks. I wasn't very patient (the frame just looked so naked, which is nice, but I wanted to take her places) so I put in my order yesterday for most everything I didn't have on hand (my day off work coincided with my post's moderation period). Anyhow, I went with mostly standard fare with some tweaks here and there, including a few compromises based on what was available with a discount from the shop. Cockpit: 44cm Nitto noodles, Shimano Tiagra levers, Nitto Technomic stem, and I'll be ordering V.O.'s comfy cotton tape (I really dig the feel of shellacked cotton) in red or orange Drivetrain: Sugino X600, 46/36/26 (hoping I like this gearing) with an XT front and Deore back, and an XT 9-speed cassette in back (11-34), with Duran-Ace bar ends (I want to try indexed bar end shifting, at least once) Wheelset: front Shimano dyno hub laced to 36h V.O. Diagonale rim, rear V.O. touring hub laced to same rim as front (the V.O. stuff here might be somewhat of a gamble, but at just over cost I'll give it a shot) Other: Tektro R559 brakes, still deciding between MKS touring pedals or the Thin Gripsters And my Brooks B17 Special was planted on immediately after I received the frame. Those two are in it for the long haul together... On Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at 6:08:50 PM UTC-6, Zach Duval wrote: Greetings Riv-owning folks, Today my new Sam Hillborne frameset arrived, and I'm beyond stoked to start building 'er up. I opted for only the frameset because I work for a local bike shop and am able to get some pretty sweet deals on components. However, I'm new to the shop and this will be my first build from scratch, so I'm open to advice. I'd like the Sam set up with mid-weight touring in mind, with some flexibility to maintain a comfortable and reasonably speedy unloaded ride, and will definitely be going drop-bar style with Noodles. My question for you folks is what are some key upgrades I might consider over the standard build kit suggested on Riv's website? What have you learned from outfitting your own Rivs? Lay on the Riv wisdom. Thanks! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: WTB 700c tourish wheels
thanks for the heads up tim, that seems like a deal worth looking into -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Seriously?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Rivendell-Water-Bottle-Made-By-Specialized-Large-Green-Vintage-Road-Bicycle-mtb-/281455313119?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0hash=item41880b40df -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Seriously?
careful, he'll take you to task. He came after me when I cited specific examples that I new what he paid and relisted it for 5 times the price. I actually have bought one item from him, a Campy Chorus DT friction shifter to match the other side I bought in auction. It was in one of his sales and it was realistically priced for my need. But when he called me out, he basically called me cheap for only having bought one item from him and being such a bad customer. He also has friends on almost all the bike board and especially CR, who defend him as a purveyor of the hard to find. But compared to being his good customer, I take being a bad customer as compliment to my intellect. On Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 12:37:43 PM UTC-5, ccanter wrote: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Rivendell-Water-Bottle-Made-By-Specialized-Large-Green-Vintage-Road-Bicycle-mtb-/281455313119?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0hash=item41880b40df -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: What do Ricendell riders use for cycling shoes (not clipless).
I got a pair of Chrome Mirko's http://www.chromeindustries.com/us/en/footwear/forged-rubber-mirko-black-gum earlier this year as an alternative to Adidas Samba's. They are pretty comfortable, but the sole durability and grip seems to be lacking, especially for an $85 shoe. It's got nice reflective bits on the rear of the shoe but I think I may be back to the tried and true Samba's after these bite the dust. On Monday, April 27, 2015 at 5:39:17 PM UTC-7, Lungimsam wrote: What do you all use? Looking for something so I don't feel my rat raps through the soles. Been using sneakers but feet getting a little sore on longer rides. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: Broken Crank (Quickbeam)
BUT http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v728/bulldog1935/Raleigh/Viner/cbe78ecd-0dea-4b21-90a4-d6a6cf894ff8.jpg Was the crack coincident with a stamped marking in the crank arm? On Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 11:10:10 AM UTC-5, Statrixbob wrote: On Thu, Apr 30, 2015 at 5:23 AM, Minh mgian...@gmail.com javascript: wrote: well count yourself lucky that it happened at a pretty innocuous time, imagine if this had happened while bombing down a hill!! and now consider replacement options As far as replacement options go I haven't had time to really take a look at everything yet. I really only ride in 40x16 so the only wear is likely to be there so I may be able to just replace the crankset and have it as is...or I can start getting creative. What are other folks running on their Quickbeam/Simpleones? Aloha -- Robert Harrison Honolulu, HI rfhar...@gmail.com javascript: statrix.com Wu Name: Tha Eurythmic King of Nowhere -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Seriously?
Oh yeh, that eBay seller (pb*bikes) has some nice stuff -- but ALWAYS has absurdly high asking prices. In this case, for a used water bottle, he sounds off this planet. Don't know how he makes a go of it, but I'm guessing starts absurdly high to encourage some people to buy at simply high prices. Dave, who personally would never buy a used water bottle from anyone even at a low price +++ Hudson Valley, NY On 4/30/15 1:37 PM, clyde canter wrote: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Rivendell-Water-Bottle-Made-By-Specialized-Large-Green-Vintage-Road-Bicycle-mtb-/281455313119?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0hash=item41880b40df -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com mailto:rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: Compass Barlow Pass Tires
On the subject of pressure: I tried Grand Bois Extra Leger 700x32 before I tried Compass. I think the max pressure (printed on the tire) was 90psi. I'm not sure, it may have been 100 or 110. At any rate, Jan's instructions with those tires were to use higher pressure because of the extremely supple sidewalls. I'm not sure why that was the case, and I remember being surprised to read that because the lower pressures were a big selling point. (Incidentally, those instructions are absent from the Compass tires.) I had been riding Jack Browns at around 80psi. I think I ran the GB at 90. I had flat issues from the get go. This was on CT spring thaw roads. They also didn't feel faster. I was also 50 lbs heavier than I am now, but that's what I weighed on the JBs too. So I gave up and went back to JBs. I love the Compass tires now, though. In all honesty, however, back before I discovered Riv, I rode 23mm tires at 100-110psi and had far, far fewer flats than since I've gone to fatter tires. I hate for that to be the case but that's my experience. I won't ever go back because I love the tires I ride now. Incidentally, I met a guy on an Atlantis on a brevet a few weeks ago. He said he'd had the bike for 7 years and never had a flat tire!!! He rode Schwalbes. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Babyshoe Pass or Loup Loup Pass for my Sam
The 38mm Barlow Pass has plenty of clearance with the P50 fenders I'm using. I have sometimes wondered if I should have bought the 32mm Stampede Pass tires since they are my go-fastish road tires but the doubts go away when I'm riding the BP Extralights. Smooth and fast enough for my needs. Not sure if I would have been confident enough to do SP extralights for fear of flats on the smaller, higher pressure tires. If I'd gotten SPs I probably would have bought the heavier regulars to compensate. Based on Jan's research, that seemed like a wash. John On Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at 9:11:45 AM UTC-7, DS wrote: I need the collective wisdom and varied opinions of this group to help me decide, or further confuse me, on the 38mm or 42mm Compass tire for my lightweight wheelset build for my 650b Sam. My other wheelset has Soma Cazaderos. Should I go as wide as I can fit wit the 42mm Babyshoes (are there wider that can fit the sam)? Or stay a little narrower with the 38M Loup Loups? Or even more narrower with they 32m Cypres? This will be used 97% of the time on decent to well paved roads. Also, if anyone has a lightly used set of any of these for sale let me know ;) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: Broken Crank (Quickbeam)
I'm constantly struggling between treating myself or using something good enough. so i'm using the same model crank that you just broke! if you want to treat yourself i recently put on a White Industries crank that looks awesome. second hand i'm a big fan of the older suntour superbe pro cranks, but after your luck maybe a second hand crank is a bad idea On Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 12:10:10 PM UTC-4, Statrixbob wrote: On Thu, Apr 30, 2015 at 5:23 AM, Minh mgian...@gmail.com javascript: wrote: well count yourself lucky that it happened at a pretty innocuous time, imagine if this had happened while bombing down a hill!! and now consider replacement options As far as replacement options go I haven't had time to really take a look at everything yet. I really only ride in 40x16 so the only wear is likely to be there so I may be able to just replace the crankset and have it as is...or I can start getting creative. What are other folks running on their Quickbeam/Simpleones? Aloha -- Robert Harrison Honolulu, HI rfhar...@gmail.com javascript: statrix.com Wu Name: Tha Eurythmic King of Nowhere -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: Broken Crank (Quickbeam)
I don't have access to the bike (rode my Hunq to work) so I can't take a look till tonight. I do not remember it being near a stamping, but I also don't remember what I had for lunch yesterday. :-) I'll check tonight. Bob On Thu, Apr 30, 2015 at 6:41 AM, Ron Mc bulldog...@gmail.com wrote: BUT http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v728/bulldog1935/Raleigh/Viner/cbe78ecd-0dea-4b21-90a4-d6a6cf894ff8.jpg Was the crack coincident with a stamped marking in the crank arm? On Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 11:10:10 AM UTC-5, Statrixbob wrote: On Thu, Apr 30, 2015 at 5:23 AM, Minh mgian...@gmail.com wrote: well count yourself lucky that it happened at a pretty innocuous time, imagine if this had happened while bombing down a hill!! and now consider replacement options As far as replacement options go I haven't had time to really take a look at everything yet. I really only ride in 40x16 so the only wear is likely to be there so I may be able to just replace the crankset and have it as is...or I can start getting creative. What are other folks running on their Quickbeam/Simpleones? Aloha -- Robert Harrison Honolulu, HI rfhar...@gmail.com statrix.com Wu Name: Tha Eurythmic King of Nowhere -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Robert Harrison Honolulu, HI rfharri...@gmail.com statrix.com Wu Name: Tha Eurythmic King of Nowhere -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Seattle RBWers: Help Buying A CL Bike
Spec sure sounds awfully nice On Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 2:54:00 PM UTC-5, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: I came across a what appears to be a great bike at a good price for my son: http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/bik/4995383848.html Only problem is that it's in Seattle, and I'm not. Suggestions and/or assistance in procuring it sought. Good shops to work with, someone to eyeball the bike, anything like that. Lots of ways this could go sideways, but I'm excited enough to pursue it. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: WTB Nano 2.1 v. Smart Sam 2.1
I know i'm being picky, because I really like the 26x2.55 Weirwolf LT, but if they may a 26x3 Nano I'd be all over that for my dirt dropper. On Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 1:06:33 PM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote: As an all around tire with an even split of paved, dirt, and trail — anyone ridden both? I have ridden the Smart Sams for over a year now and they are great on all by the pavement where they lag. Hoping the Nano is an improvement without too much loss on the trails. Even if you’ve just ridden the Nano’s I’d love your input. Thanks! With abandon, Patrick *www.MindYourHeadCoop.org http://www.MindYourHeadCoop.org* *www.OurHolyConception.org http://www.OurHolyConception.org* -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: What do Ricendell riders use for cycling shoes (not clipless).
Blundstones! Helps that they are waterproof for those 'adventurous' rides... I ride them on MKS Lambda pedals with spikes. If I'm expecting some serious climbs, I add 'power straps'. https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-cxVwl92uhjw/VUKb5I7oXGI/Kiw/THwMg37QV4I/s1600/IMG_1958.JPG On Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 2:44:52 PM UTC-5, Braxton Colagross wrote: Lunas are pretty much all I wear. Year round and on the bikes. I tell the roadies they're light and make me faster. (From a Hunqapillar.) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Seriously?
If you had wanted me to be a better customer, you should have been a better vendor. Just my riff on an Anne Lamott quote: If people wanted you to write warmly about them, they should have behaved better. Philip www.biketinker.com On Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 10:52:05 AM UTC-7, Ron Mc wrote: careful, he'll take you to task. He came after me when I cited specific examples that I new what he paid and relisted it for 5 times the price. I actually have bought one item from him, a Campy Chorus DT friction shifter to match the other side I bought in auction. It was in one of his sales and it was realistically priced for my need. But when he called me out, he basically called me cheap for only having bought one item from him and being such a bad customer. He also has friends on almost all the bike board and especially CR, who defend him as a purveyor of the hard to find. But compared to being his good customer, I take being a bad customer as compliment to my intellect. On Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 12:37:43 PM UTC-5, ccanter wrote: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Rivendell-Water-Bottle-Made-By-Specialized-Large-Green-Vintage-Road-Bicycle-mtb-/281455313119?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0hash=item41880b40df -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: WTB Nano 2.1 v. Smart Sam 2.1
Deacon, I had the Nano 2.1's on my Atlantis for close to a year and thought they were the greatest all rounder tire out there...UNTIL I put the Schwalbe Thunder Burt's on, which absolutely kill the Nano's IMO. I'm running the 2.25 tires (which actually are very close to the same width as the Nano's, maybe a few mm wider). They roll much faster on pavement, are lighter, have a chunkier side knob for when I hit the trails, and are tubeless compatible if that's your thing. I really, really like them. The only reason I will ever ride anything else for now is if I am planning a long distance pavement ride, where I'd opt for a smooth tire and fenders. Other than that, the Thunder Burts are perfect. On Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 3:25:26 PM UTC-5, Evan Baird wrote: I know i'm being picky, because I really like the 26x2.55 Weirwolf LT, but if they may a 26x3 Nano I'd be all over that for my dirt dropper. On Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 1:06:33 PM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote: As an all around tire with an even split of paved, dirt, and trail — anyone ridden both? I have ridden the Smart Sams for over a year now and they are great on all by the pavement where they lag. Hoping the Nano is an improvement without too much loss on the trails. Even if you’ve just ridden the Nano’s I’d love your input. Thanks! With abandon, Patrick *www.MindYourHeadCoop.org http://www.MindYourHeadCoop.org* *www.OurHolyConception.org http://www.OurHolyConception.org* -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Broken Crank (Quickbeam)
In that case, my apologies. Nice bit of camouflage too. Jay On Thursday, April 30, 2015, Ron Mc bulldog...@gmail.com wrote: Jay, it's only Lambert foils from Cyclomondo. It was an Anglophile splash, disavowing the French connection. http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v728/bulldog1935/Raleigh/700c/aPA110001.jpg On Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 8:34:30 AM UTC-5, jay hartman wrote: Not to be pedantic, but that looks like the Lambert copy of the TA crank. They were designed for their proprietary spindle that was taperless. If you were using it on another bottom bracket, it's not surprising that it broke. A lot of people get the two cranks confused because they look so similar. Jay Hartman -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','rbw-owners-bunch%2bunsubscr...@googlegroups.com'); . To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com');. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Schwalbe Marathon Almotion Riders
I've ordered the WTB Nano 29 x 2.1 Racing tires as my next round of tire for the Hunqapillar -- we shall see! With abandon, Patrick On Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 7:37:24 AM UTC-6, Deacon Patrick wrote: Do you ride them? In what conditions? How do you like them? Schwalbe describes them as on par for trail and snow with the Smart Sam (I presume because they are supple, because they have no knobbies), but are listed as highest in the fast rolling category. I’m considering switching to them on my Hunqapillar as a better do everything tire. With abandon, Patrick *www.MindYourHeadCoop.org http://www.MindYourHeadCoop.org* *www.OurHolyConception.org http://www.OurHolyConception.org* -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Thinking of a Riv Custom mixte - (or any Riv mixte) anyone ride Moustaches or Noodles on theirs?
Well...mixed surface, anyway. Thinking of 650B, but actually I think the Glorii and Wilburies are mostly built around that wheel size. I'm intrigued by the compass tires...I do want at least a 38mm...and the bars..I'll probably go with the Albas (or if that's too hard to get used to, I have an extra NIP set of Moustaches.) Have to re-measure PBH and send my height (and weight) in. Should have almost a year to think about what else I want...but I think I'm gonna float the boat out On Saturday, April 25, 2015 at 2:03:31 PM UTC-5, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: Congratulations... however it comes out, I bet it will be great! Are you going to be using it for MTB-mixte action? That would be awesome, especially with the M-bars. I'm surprised there is that much variation based on bar choice. Seems like you can get pretty much any bar comfortable on a Riv with a stem change. But I'm only an armchair quarterback on bike designs! On Fri, Apr 24, 2015 at 1:47 PM, Ryan Fleming ryanmallo...@gmail.com javascript: wrote: Butmy bar preference would be for Moustache/Alba or I think I'd like those Noodle bars. I really like the idea of owning a step-through frame...but for bar configurations I really do like to be leaned over slightly Now since this is a custom, and Grant says that choice of bars may influence frame design variables (which basis my preliminary questions for Mark A. is very like the Glorious/Wilbury) , I just wondered if anyone else has used set them up with Noodles or Moustache bars.How do you like them? Pictures, too, would be nice if you can show me them. Of course, I know that after buying 2 rivendells, I can safely and happily put mysef in Grant's hands and know that I'll be getting yet another superb bike, and the frame questionnaire does ask a lot of specific questions. But I'm interested in the group's wisdom, too Actually, I've been riding moustaches for 25 years now and I have them on my A/R, 93 X0-1 ...of course...and I also have them on my PX-10 single-speeder. Ryan (getting excited about another Riv in Winnipegdoes it ever stop?) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bun...@googlegroups.com javascript:. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com javascript:. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Cheers, David Member, Supreme Council of Cyberspace it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. - Seth Vidal -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Broken Crank (Quickbeam)
Yikes! That's disconcerting! I'm certainly glad you weren't hurt! On Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 9:56:15 AM UTC-5, Statrixbob wrote: Oops, I just made the photos public. https://www.flickr.com/photos/mgps-bob/sets/72157652254822642/ Mea culpa and aloha! Bob On Apr 29, 2015 5:51 PM, Robert F. Harrison rfhar...@gmail.com javascript: wrote: First let me say...no injuries, no accident, didn't even fall over. Having said that, it was a bit unexpected and I'm terribly grateful it didn't happen this weekend when I rode the 2015 JBK Haleiwa Metric Century on my Quickbeam (and had a great time as documented in another email and at: http://www.statrix.com/2015/04/2015_jbk_ride_report/) Anyway, I left work today, hopped on my bike and was going to run a few errands and maybe put in an extra mile or two (and I do mean just a mile or two - but still fun, eh?) I was at a light and when stood and pushed off when the light turned green my foot sort of kept going to the ground. Luckily I didn't fall and stopped, though it probably looked clumsy. I couldn't figure out how I'd missed the pedal. I hadn't. My Sugino XD2-QB double 40/32 175mm and come undone. https://www.flickr.com/photos/mgps-bob/sets/72157652254822642/ I didn't take an image in place. I got the hell off the road. :-) I bought the bike in December 2009 and have ridden the heck out of it. I've also mostly been a lot heavier than I am today (also documented in other emails around here). I've gone from 275 to 197, mostly since November 2014. If you do the math, the crank mostly got me at my heaviest. If you look at the break it seems pretty clear it'd been a while coming. There are definite differences from one side of the break to the other. As I said, I'm really just grateful that it didn't happen on the century this weekend, or in heaving traffic (could have too). It was pretty much a non-event. For those who wonder, I have a Hunq that'll be ridden a bit more now. If I'm annoyed with anything it's that I just, and I mean just, ordered some new cork grips from Riv and now will have to order a new crank - twice the shipping charge. If I'd have waited a day or two on the cork grips it could all be one box. Sigh. Luxury problem. Anyway I ride the bike almost exclusively in 42x16 mode and figure I'll get new chainrings and a new single speed cassette - all contingent on taking the chain off and actually seeing what things look like - I might be okay. As for the Hunq I just had a new dynohub wheel made for it and when I got home instead of playing around the with disassembly the QB I put on the new Eyc light, Top Line rear light, and wired it all up. Tomorrow I have a late ride 'date' and until now only the QB had that much light going for it. :-) Aloha, Bob -- Robert Harrison Honolulu, HI rfhar...@gmail.com javascript: statrix.com Wu Name: Tha Eurythmic King of Nowhere -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] What do Ricendell riders use for cycling shoes (not clipless).
Lunas are pretty much all I wear. Year round and on the bikes. I tell the roadies they're light and make me faster. (From a Hunqapillar.) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: Hillborne + Rock N' Roads + (woody) Fenders
On Tue, Apr 28, 2015 at 3:45 PM, Chris Chen cc...@nougat.org wrote: Looks awesome! I'm always afraid of interrupted fenders because I want to keep junk out of the headset, but man, that's really pretty! Thanks. I felt the same, but know that I want to give these tires a go on some terrain that needs 'em, so the choice was no fenders or split fenders. I didn't have a chance to give them a good test yet, save for a short stretch on my commute where a paved path I normally traverse detoured onto a stretch of tire sucking deep and loosely packed mulch - for some, a trap, for me, a pleasant surprise. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Brooks Saddle Repair - Broken Tension Shackle
I've had a rail breaknot sure if it was the Campy one-bolt seatpost or what...but luckily not when I was riding it. Anyway Wallingford Bicyle parts in New Orleans used to offer Brooks sadlle repair and Bill Laine who did them is still the owner...so maybe you could email him. Also there's this place in Pennsylvania http://transportcycle.com/pages/brooks-saddles and you can email for a quote before you commit. Given that the costs of Brooks saddles have risen, and this must be a $300 + saddle new, I can well understand why you'd want to repair it. Good luck! On Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at 6:48:49 PM UTC-5, SeanMac wrote: As I was heading out the door for my bike ride yesterday afternoon I realized that there was a problem with my much loved Brooks Swift (titanium) saddle. I put my hand on the top of the saddle and noticed an unusual amount of flex. Upon closer inspection, it was obvious that something was wrong. It turns out that part of the tension shackle, the part that connects the nose of the saddle to the saddle frame, had broken. Bummer. The saddle has at least 12,000 miles, and the leather is in great shape, so I want to have this problem fixed. A new tension shackle can be obtained very inexpensively (only $3.50 for the chromed steel version). However, as I have never carried out this repair, I am looking for some guidance / encouragement / advice. A quick internet search turned up a few good tidbits, but I'm hoping for some help here from the experts. Is this a relatively easy repair that a mechanic with limited skills can complete or would I be much better off shipping the saddle to a qualified repair expert? If this is not a home mechanic job, I would appreciate advice on where to have it fixed - ideally in the USA. Thanks, Sean -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Seattle RBWers: Help Buying A CL Bike
I came across a what appears to be a great bike at a good price for my son: http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/bik/4995383848.html Only problem is that it's in Seattle, and I'm not. Suggestions and/or assistance in procuring it sought. Good shops to work with, someone to eyeball the bike, anything like that. Lots of ways this could go sideways, but I'm excited enough to pursue it. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: Seriously?
this guy has come up many times in this group. I've had my run-ins with him as well. On Thu, Apr 30, 2015 at 1:55 PM, Philip Williamson philip.william...@gmail.com wrote: If you had wanted me to be a better customer, you should have been a better vendor. Just my riff on an Anne Lamott quote: If people wanted you to write warmly about them, they should have behaved better. Philip www.biketinker.com On Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 10:52:05 AM UTC-7, Ron Mc wrote: careful, he'll take you to task. He came after me when I cited specific examples that I new what he paid and relisted it for 5 times the price. I actually have bought one item from him, a Campy Chorus DT friction shifter to match the other side I bought in auction. It was in one of his sales and it was realistically priced for my need. But when he called me out, he basically called me cheap for only having bought one item from him and being such a bad customer. He also has friends on almost all the bike board and especially CR, who defend him as a purveyor of the hard to find. But compared to being his good customer, I take being a bad customer as compliment to my intellect. On Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 12:37:43 PM UTC-5, ccanter wrote: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Rivendell-Water-Bottle-Made-By-Specialized-Large-Green-Vintage-Road-Bicycle-mtb-/281455313119?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0hash=item41880b40df -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Keep the metal side up and the rubber side down! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Seattle RBWers: Help Buying A CL Bike
Yeah, it got my attention! From what I've found, it's a bit of a sleeper frame, one that gets real good reviews considering a humble lineage: http://www.mtbr.com/cat/bikes/bike-hardtail/nashbar/2006-signature-853/prd_414770_96crx.aspx I think it's basically a de-badged Salsa Ala Carte sold by Nashbar. Real nice build with relatively modern components. 26 MTBs are currently at an evolutionary dead end, so they're pretty easy to find. Most are aluminum of course, with the higher end ones being crabon. A nice Reynolds or True Temper steel one is a treat to find! On Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 1:01:22 PM UTC-7, Ryan Fleming wrote: Spec sure sounds awfully nice On Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 2:54:00 PM UTC-5, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: I came across a what appears to be a great bike at a good price for my son: http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/bik/4995383848.html Only problem is that it's in Seattle, and I'm not. Suggestions and/or assistance in procuring it sought. Good shops to work with, someone to eyeball the bike, anything like that. Lots of ways this could go sideways, but I'm excited enough to pursue it. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: Broken Crank (Quickbeam)
I have older Shimano 600s with 39/42 rings on my Quickbeam. Philip www.biketinker.com On Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 9:10:10 AM UTC-7, Statrixbob wrote: On Thu, Apr 30, 2015 at 5:23 AM, Minh mgian...@gmail.com javascript: wrote: well count yourself lucky that it happened at a pretty innocuous time, imagine if this had happened while bombing down a hill!! and now consider replacement options As far as replacement options go I haven't had time to really take a look at everything yet. I really only ride in 40x16 so the only wear is likely to be there so I may be able to just replace the crankset and have it as is...or I can start getting creative. What are other folks running on their Quickbeam/Simpleones? Aloha -- Robert Harrison Honolulu, HI rfhar...@gmail.com javascript: statrix.com Wu Name: Tha Eurythmic King of Nowhere -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: FS: Spring Cleaning - Round 1. Parts Bags.
Some items sold. Remaining items are: Velo Orange Rando Rack - *$50* - http://treetop.bigcartel.com/product/velo-orange-rando-rack Dia Compe XCE Brake Levers (1 sets available) - *$10* - http://treetop.bigcartel.com/product/dia-compe-xce-brake-levers Nitto Technomic Deluxe Stem - 11cm, 26.0mm - *$35* - http://treetop.bigcartel.com/product/nitto-technomic-deluxe-stem-26-0mm-11cm Tektro R538 Brakeset (47-57mm reach) - *$30* - http://treetop.bigcartel.com/product/tektro-r538-brakeset-silver-47-57mm Bar Bag/Wedge Set - 2 bags, deluxe-y, leather liners - *$80* - http://treetop.bigcartel.com/product/front-bar-bag-saddle-wedge-combo-black-w-leather-liner Boxy Front Bag/Saddlebag - new design for me, 12x8x8, fits on a front rack or saddlebag support/saddle - *$100* - http://treetop.bigcartel.com/product/boxy-front-bag-saddlebag Small Saddlebag Test Bag - prototype of a new design - *$30* - http://treetop.bigcartel.com/product/small-saddlebag-prototype-test-bag BM IQ Cyo PREMIUM Senso Plus Dynamo Light - new - *$83* - http://treetop.bigcartel.com/product/b-m-iq-cyo-premium-dynamo-light Medium Saddle Wedge - YELLOW (1 available) OR RED (5 available) - *$25* - http://treetop.bigcartel.com/product/medium-saddle-wedge-waxed-canvas On Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 10:04:01 AM UTC-5, David Banzer wrote: With the anticipation of a tiny new member of the household in the upcoming months, I've been kindly asked to clear out unnecessary bike bits and bags that have been piling up... So, Round 1 of Spring Cleaning! Same sort of deal that I've done in the past - items are listed on my webstore: treetop.bigcartel.com Shipping is a flat $6 per order, shipped USPS Priority Mail so items will arrive quickly. I also have other bags there that aren't in the following list, and Willow chainrings (which will go up in price by a few bucks this weekend). Please go through the links for photos and info. Contact me offlist if you can if you have any questions. Payment can be through Paypal or a credit/debit card (without needing to use Paypal). Local pickup is fine, just order through the store and I'll refund the shipping charge. Thanks, David Chicago Velo Orange Rando Rack - *$50* - http://treetop.bigcartel.com/product/velo-orange-rando-rack Suntour Thumb Shifter - Power Shifter (left) 6-speed Index/Friction (right - *$15* - http://treetop.bigcartel.com/product/suntour-thumb-shifters-friction-index Dia Compe XCE Cantilever Brakeset (front rear) - *$10* - http://treetop.bigcartel.com/product/dia-compe-xce-cantilever-brakeset Dia Compe XCE Brake Levers (2 sets available) - *$10* - http://treetop.bigcartel.com/product/dia-compe-xce-brake-levers Nitto Technomic Deluxe Stem - 11cm, 26.0mm - *$35* - http://treetop.bigcartel.com/product/nitto-technomic-deluxe-stem-26-0mm-11cm Tektro R538 Brakeset (47-57mm reach) - *$30* - http://treetop.bigcartel.com/product/tektro-r538-brakeset-silver-47-57mm Bar Bag/Wedge Set - 2 bags, deluxe-y, leather liners - *$80* - http://treetop.bigcartel.com/product/front-bar-bag-saddle-wedge-combo-black-w-leather-liner Porteur Rando Bag - prototype bag - *$75* - http://treetop.bigcartel.com/product/porteur-rando-bag Boxy Front Bag/Saddlebag - new design for me, 12x8x8, fits on a front rack or saddlebag support/saddle - *$100* - http://treetop.bigcartel.com/product/boxy-front-bag-saddlebag Small Saddlebag Test Bag - prototype of a new design - *$30* - http://treetop.bigcartel.com/product/small-saddlebag-prototype-test-bag BM IQ Cyo PREMIUM Senso Plus Dynamo Light - new - *$83* - http://treetop.bigcartel.com/product/b-m-iq-cyo-premium-dynamo-light Medium Saddle Wedge - YELLOW (1 available) OR RED (5 available) - *$25* - http://treetop.bigcartel.com/product/medium-saddle-wedge-waxed-canvas -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] WTB Nano 2.1 v. Smart Sam 2.1
As an all around tire with an even split of paved, dirt, and trail — anyone ridden both? I have ridden the Smart Sams for over a year now and they are great on all by the pavement where they lag. Hoping the Nano is an improvement without too much loss on the trails. Even if you’ve just ridden the Nano’s I’d love your input. Thanks! With abandon, Patrick www.MindYourHeadCoop.org www.OurHolyConception.org -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Broken Crank (Quickbeam)
fwiw, the highest load you ever (always) put on a crank is when you stand on one side to take off. I know a lot of people lead with their right foot, but I do the left thing, too. In the taper area, right-side crank arms are usually stronger because there's more medal there. But that doesn't apply to where Bob's broke. On Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 2:44:38 PM UTC-5, Ryan Fleming wrote: Yikes! That's disconcerting! I'm certainly glad you weren't hurt! On Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 9:56:15 AM UTC-5, Statrixbob wrote: Oops, I just made the photos public. https://www.flickr.com/photos/mgps-bob/sets/72157652254822642/ Mea culpa and aloha! Bob On Apr 29, 2015 5:51 PM, Robert F. Harrison rfhar...@gmail.com wrote: First let me say...no injuries, no accident, didn't even fall over. Having said that, it was a bit unexpected and I'm terribly grateful it didn't happen this weekend when I rode the 2015 JBK Haleiwa Metric Century on my Quickbeam (and had a great time as documented in another email and at: http://www.statrix.com/2015/04/2015_jbk_ride_report/) Anyway, I left work today, hopped on my bike and was going to run a few errands and maybe put in an extra mile or two (and I do mean just a mile or two - but still fun, eh?) I was at a light and when stood and pushed off when the light turned green my foot sort of kept going to the ground. Luckily I didn't fall and stopped, though it probably looked clumsy. I couldn't figure out how I'd missed the pedal. I hadn't. My Sugino XD2-QB double 40/32 175mm and come undone. https://www.flickr.com/photos/mgps-bob/sets/72157652254822642/ I didn't take an image in place. I got the hell off the road. :-) I bought the bike in December 2009 and have ridden the heck out of it. I've also mostly been a lot heavier than I am today (also documented in other emails around here). I've gone from 275 to 197, mostly since November 2014. If you do the math, the crank mostly got me at my heaviest. If you look at the break it seems pretty clear it'd been a while coming. There are definite differences from one side of the break to the other. As I said, I'm really just grateful that it didn't happen on the century this weekend, or in heaving traffic (could have too). It was pretty much a non-event. For those who wonder, I have a Hunq that'll be ridden a bit more now. If I'm annoyed with anything it's that I just, and I mean just, ordered some new cork grips from Riv and now will have to order a new crank - twice the shipping charge. If I'd have waited a day or two on the cork grips it could all be one box. Sigh. Luxury problem. Anyway I ride the bike almost exclusively in 42x16 mode and figure I'll get new chainrings and a new single speed cassette - all contingent on taking the chain off and actually seeing what things look like - I might be okay. As for the Hunq I just had a new dynohub wheel made for it and when I got home instead of playing around the with disassembly the QB I put on the new Eyc light, Top Line rear light, and wired it all up. Tomorrow I have a late ride 'date' and until now only the QB had that much light going for it. :-) Aloha, Bob -- Robert Harrison Honolulu, HI rfhar...@gmail.com statrix.com Wu Name: Tha Eurythmic King of Nowhere -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Compass Barlow Pass Tires
Ron, I just received a pair of the 700c Barlow Pass tires and am mounting them on my CX bike, which has Mavic Open Pro rims. I'll report back in a few days after I get a couple of rides in. They'll be replacing the green-label Jack Brown's, which I have zero complaints about, just wanted to see what all the fuss was about :) On Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 7:55:13 AM UTC-5, Ron Mc wrote: I think dead is a perfect description of Marathons, but they are tough and they are fast. My best riding buddy wants exactly that on all his bikes and runs his pressures high. I'm curious if anybody has tried Barlows on Mavic Open Pro rims. I've figured out from experience that the Challange bead is made for skinny rims, and don't bite as well on wider rims like my Synergies. I've also figured out skinny rims are tougher in the long-run, but not trying to debate that. On Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 1:11:18 AM UTC-5, Mike Shaljian wrote: I think you need to be more skeptical of the notion that the Marathons are, in fact, significantly more flat-resistant than the Barlows. The higher volume and lower pressure characteristics of the Barlow make it, in my estimation, a very flat resistant tire. I have put probably 3500 miles on Barlows in the past year or so, entirely while living in college towns with lots of broken glass. Like, actually, fairly large bits are all around and ground glass is everywhere where I've been riding. I have not had one flat in that time and I wouldn't say I ride particularly cautiously. I just run the Barlows at 38 in the rear and 34 up front, and I'm 190 lbs. I agree with Patrick, running them at low pressure is almost unsettlingly more comfortable and zippier, in my experience. Marathons always felt so very dead to me, on both a Quickbeam and Sam Hillborne. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: So is it the pedals or is it the shoes that count?
my feet are happiest in some 510 freeriders vxi and vp vice or Canfield crampons. The keep feet on the pedal and provide enough protection from it to ride double centuries without any foot pain. I walk in minimalist footwear or barefoot To keep feet strong, but on the bike I like a sturdier sole. For rides under 60 miles any comfy shoe works. Even flip flops. For mountainbiking or longer distances and for best foot comfort a large platform plus sturdier sole is awesomest for me -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Mark's Legolas on the Blug - Repainted
It looks like flat / matte paint. I think it's kinda dope. But I still prefer the look of wet paint. What are your thoughts? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: WTB Nano 2.1 v. Smart Sam 2.1
Good question. I've only put about 450km on them so far so I can't say for some time yet. On Thu, Apr 30, 2015 at 4:53 PM, Deacon Patrick lamontg...@mac.com wrote: How well do the Thunder Burts last? With abandon, Patrick On Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 3:11:23 PM UTC-6, Mark Reimer wrote: Deacon, I had the Nano 2.1's on my Atlantis for close to a year and thought they were the greatest all rounder tire out there...UNTIL I put the Schwalbe Thunder Burt's on, which absolutely kill the Nano's IMO. I'm running the 2.25 tires (which actually are very close to the same width as the Nano's, maybe a few mm wider). They roll much faster on pavement, are lighter, have a chunkier side knob for when I hit the trails, and are tubeless compatible if that's your thing. I really, really like them. The only reason I will ever ride anything else for now is if I am planning a long distance pavement ride, where I'd opt for a smooth tire and fenders. Other than that, the Thunder Burts are perfect. On Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 3:25:26 PM UTC-5, Evan Baird wrote: I know i'm being picky, because I really like the 26x2.55 Weirwolf LT, but if they may a 26x3 Nano I'd be all over that for my dirt dropper. On Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 1:06:33 PM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote: As an all around tire with an even split of paved, dirt, and trail — anyone ridden both? I have ridden the Smart Sams for over a year now and they are great on all by the pavement where they lag. Hoping the Nano is an improvement without too much loss on the trails. Even if you’ve just ridden the Nano’s I’d love your input. Thanks! With abandon, Patrick *www.MindYourHeadCoop.org http://www.MindYourHeadCoop.org* *www.OurHolyConception.org http://www.OurHolyConception.org* -- You received this message because you are subscribed to a topic in the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this topic, visit https://groups.google.com/d/topic/rbw-owners-bunch/5hJZyt03qNY/unsubscribe . To unsubscribe from this group and all its topics, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: WTB Nano 2.1 v. Smart Sam 2.1
That's very encouraging wear data, Patrick! Thank you! With abandon, Patrick On Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 5:16:33 PM UTC-6, Patrick Moore wrote: FWIW, I've put 1342 miles on my Furious Freds, mostly on loose-ish, soft-ish terrain, but pavement too, and while the rear shows onlh a *tiny* bit of wear, and that only if you are conscientiously looking; even the little center knoblets on the center of the rear carcase are still almost whole. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
RE: [RBW] Re: Thinking of a Riv Custom mixte - (or any Riv mixte) anyone ride Moustaches or Noodles on theirs?
It´s always good to go to the well, in the Riv catalogue 2006 Grant writes: “Our traditionally shaped drop bar for those who for some reason or other aren´t as head-over-heels in love with the Nitto Noodle Bars as we are. It´s a traditional shape, with no super-flattish ramp (it´s 23 degrees, compared to the Noodle´s 15 degrees), no swept-back top section (the Noodle´s comes back 15 degrees) and a mere 1 degree flare-out at the drops (Noodle: 4 degrees). The reach and the drop are about the same as the Noodles – 91 mm and 140 mm respectively.” Olof Stroh Uppsala Sweden - Ryan Fleming wrote no , it doesn't and I believe the drop is deeper. I have them on my road and have to admit I don't spend a lot of time down on the drops...mostly on the hoods...and thank you TRP for that or on the tops On Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 4:48:18 PM UTC-5, Jim Bronson wrote: So on the Dream bars, the top part near the stem does not bend back slightly, but the drops are about the same as the Noodles? -- On Sat, Apr 25, 2015 at 3:28 PM, olof...@gmail.com javascript: wrote: I´d just send a warning to believe that you like the Noodle bar if you like the Dream bar. They may look alike but behave very differently. I have now three Dreams and enjoy them very much. Tried a Noodle and had to sell it since it was murder to my wrists, the bend on the top destroyed everything. Your milage may be different, but try it out! Olof Stroh Uppsala Sweden -- https://www.flickr.com/photos/14724719@N08/9427617311/ I have my Betty set up with Dream bars which are very similar to Noodles. Works for me. --Jamie -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Seattle RBWers: Help Buying A CL Bike
i am in bellingham, not seattle. But how i would do this is ask the owner, your price, my terms. ask him if he minds taking the bike to REI and having them box and ship. REI ships so many bikes they get good rates on shipping. Didnt i find that out on the list? other less good option is Montlake cycles. it was a good shop when Lynne Schaefer bought her bike there in 1988. I expect it still is. closer to owner, but not as cheap to ship as REI. ask REI to look it over and take photos in case shipper damages it. some shops will inspect the bike and pay the owner out of funds provided by the buyer. Is any of this new information for anyone involved here? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: Seattle RBWers: Help Buying A CL Bike
Never heard of the REI option, that's a good one! Definitely new information, thanks! On Thu, Apr 30, 2015 at 6:35 PM, bo richardson borus...@gmail.com wrote: i am in bellingham, not seattle. But how i would do this is ask the owner, your price, my terms. ask him if he minds taking the bike to REI and having them box and ship. REI ships so many bikes they get good rates on shipping. Didnt i find that out on the list? other less good option is Montlake cycles. it was a good shop when Lynne Schaefer bought her bike there in 1988. I expect it still is. closer to owner, but not as cheap to ship as REI. ask REI to look it over and take photos in case shipper damages it. some shops will inspect the bike and pay the owner out of funds provided by the buyer. Is any of this new information for anyone involved here? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Cheers, David Member, Supreme Council of Cyberspace it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. - Seth Vidal -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Broken Crank (Quickbeam)
Bob, I am glad you didn't get hurt! Let the folks at RBW know, as I think at least Grant Petersen would want to see the crank. Seems like he has a great love for Sugino cranks and I think he would be interested. I need to remember to check my cranks from time to time. Congrats on the metric century, by the way! Looked like a day of fun riding in beautiful surroundings! I can't recommend cranks because I don't know from single speeds. But in general, I know Sugino cranks are great, and the new Rene Herse cranks look interesting with their same bcd size for all rings, even on their triples, and ring replaceability without needing to remove the crank arm. Cool feature. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Seattle RBWers: Help Buying A CL Bike
You might even be able to get an even better rate of you are willing to pick it up at an REI store. Jay On Thursday, April 30, 2015, bo richardson borus...@gmail.com wrote: i am in bellingham, not seattle. But how i would do this is ask the owner, your price, my terms. ask him if he minds taking the bike to REI and having them box and ship. REI ships so many bikes they get good rates on shipping. Didnt i find that out on the list? other less good option is Montlake cycles. it was a good shop when Lynne Schaefer bought her bike there in 1988. I expect it still is. closer to owner, but not as cheap to ship as REI. ask REI to look it over and take photos in case shipper damages it. some shops will inspect the bike and pay the owner out of funds provided by the buyer. Is any of this new information for anyone involved here? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com javascript:;. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com javascript:;. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: So is it the pedals or is it the shoes that count?
I agree with Ron that your foot may be flexing too much, but disagree that means you need to increase support. I believe it means you need to decrease support and intentionally strengthen your foot. The arch of the foot is a windlass mechanism. When running it absorbs energy on landing, stores it through the foot plant, and returns a healthy portion of that energy back in the push off. It's quite amazing. But if the foot muscles are weak, it may not be able to hold the lock or push off position, which I experience as the best position for forefoot pedaling. On the pedal, the foot feels locked and like it does when pushing off when running. This differs from a midfoot pedal position which most closely resembles the storage/foot plant part of the running stride. I would suggest you work on strengthening your feet, listening to them as to how much is too much. Run also, if you can. Add milage as you feet are comfortable. The alternative is that you add support and your feet get weaker because of it. As to the toe tingly, are your shoes wide enough or do the push your big toe inward? You may have to really pay attention, because most shoes are not foot shaped, so most people are used to having shoes deform their feet and not noticing (I sure was). Wear shoes (ideally minimalist, Zem Terra series are excellent) when you need to ( for cold, rock and root safety, fine if it's all the time). But don't wear shoes that will further weaken or deform your feet (that have support, arent' foot shaped, have a raised heel, or cushioning). Have fun playing with what works! With abandon, Patrick -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Seattle RBWers: Help Buying A CL Bike
I have one about 1/2 hour away. Depending on the cost, it could be worth it to ship there and pick up. I'm going to contact the Seattle REI and find out how it would work with someone dropping a bike off and another party (me) paying for it to be packed shipped. On Thu, Apr 30, 2015 at 7:34 PM, Jason Hartman rjasonhart...@gmail.com wrote: You might even be able to get an even better rate of you are willing to pick it up at an REI store. Jay On Thursday, April 30, 2015, bo richardson borus...@gmail.com wrote: i am in bellingham, not seattle. But how i would do this is ask the owner, your price, my terms. ask him if he minds taking the bike to REI and having them box and ship. REI ships so many bikes they get good rates on shipping. Didnt i find that out on the list? other less good option is Montlake cycles. it was a good shop when Lynne Schaefer bought her bike there in 1988. I expect it still is. closer to owner, but not as cheap to ship as REI. ask REI to look it over and take photos in case shipper damages it. some shops will inspect the bike and pay the owner out of funds provided by the buyer. Is any of this new information for anyone involved here? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Cheers, David Member, Supreme Council of Cyberspace it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. - Seth Vidal -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: So is it the pedals or is it the shoes that count?
Yes, the pedal change over the shoe change seems like a better option to try first, because, if successful, then I can wear any shoe and not be tied to a single shoe for cycling. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Thunder Burt Wisdom...
Since I have two other tire threads going, I may as well go for the trifecta! Grin. Any and all experiences with Thunder Burts appreciated. I’m trying them out as a fast rolling all terraine tire (I know they are a racing tire, viewing it as a wide knobby version of the Barlow Pass, sort of — hoping for a smoother, faster ride over all terrians). With abandon, Patrick www.MindYourHeadCoop.org www.OurHolyConception.org -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Finally... Albastache!
Ryan, I like them better and I loved the mustache bars I had on a Cross Check previously. Some observations: - the Albastache is wider - the albas extend back further which is nice in the city commute - the albastache doesn't extend back as far as my albatross bars did so I no longer accidently trigger my bar end shifters - the albas drop less which gives a more upright position when riding through the city - the moustache angled down more in the front so they were a little more ergonomic when riding the fronts. Overall, they have been the best bars I've found for the mixed riding I do. I want to try them more on trails because I thought mustache bars were great for that. I liked the albatross in the city but not as much on the open road. John -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Thinking of a Riv Custom mixte - (or any Riv mixte) anyone ride Moustaches or Noodles on theirs?
Jamie, that Betty looks awesome with drops. I like the looks of mixtes with drops. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: So is it the pedals or is it the shoes that count?
What is your foot conundrum? With abandon, Patrick -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: So is it the pedals or is it the shoes that count?
if you have a sore foot, your arch is flexing too much - some of the energy you want to go into the pedals is going into straining your foot. Sounds like you may need a good arch support. With toe clips or clipless you load the ball of your foot and a bike shoe with a shank is everything to avoid pain. An advantage of platforms is you can usually get away with just about any shoe, because you can move your foot around on the pedal. I have long ice-skate feet and really like longer platforms. On Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 9:09:58 PM UTC-5, Lungimsam wrote: Trying to solve my sore foot conundrum on longer rides and the more research I do, the more conflicting info I get about whether or not the shoe matters, or the pedal surface does (this is for platforms, not clipless pedals). *Weigh in and tell me if you think that with the right kind of platform, you can ride any street shoe you want, no matter how good or atrocious the sole is.* *Or, if its the shoe that counts.* Interested to know if there really is an answer to this before deciding to sink money into either shoes or pedals first. Experimenting with bike componentry gets expensive fast. In Just Ride, the author says its the pedal that counts only. Any footwear works with a good platform pedal. *No need to mention the pedal/shoe as others are weighing in on that on another thread here.* *No need to mention strength of feet, as we have already covered that issue, and that is a different matter for debate.* I remember riding the last three centuries on my MKS Touring pedals. All with different shoes. The first pair left me hurting (Old Nike Sneakers). The second pair left me hurting (LLBean Mocks). The third pair didn't hurt at all on that third century, but now they do when I ride with them (New Nike sneakers). I do get other minor foot complaints outside of century riding. So I think a pedal/shoe change is in order. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: So is it the pedals or is it the shoes that count?
With the right kind of platform, you can ride any street shoe you want, no matter how good or atrocious the sole is. Jeff Hagedorn Los Angeles, CA USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: 51cm Sam Hillborne build: advice?
Also again, I guess this might warrant a whole new thread, but I'd also be curious if anyone knows about USB battery packs that might be compatible with a dyno hub (to use for charging a cell phone or possibly a netbook). Thanks! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Thunder Burt Wisdom...
They wear pretty good. The middle raised square ridges wear down moderately fast, outside knobs stay good longer and are usable for a while. Puncture protection isn't the best, as they're pretty thin. I have some tubeless 29ers I'll rig up eventually. On Thu, Apr 30, 2015 at 5:44 PM, Deacon Patrick lamontg...@mac.com wrote: Fantastic! How are they lasting you, David? With abandon, Patrick On Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 6:37:45 PM UTC-6, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: I have them in 27.5. Very fast on road, and as noted in the other thread, just enough side knobs to give you some cornering traction on dirt. Love 'em. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Cheers, David Member, Supreme Council of Cyberspace it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. - Seth Vidal -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] So is it the pedals or is it the shoes that count?
Trying to solve my sore foot conundrum on longer rides and the more research I do, the more conflicting info I get about whether or not the shoe matters, or the pedal surface does (this is for platforms, not clipless pedals). *Weigh in and tell me if you think that with the right kind of platform, you can ride any street shoe you want, no matter how good or atrocious the sole is.* *Or, if its the shoe that counts.* Interested to know if there really is an answer to this before deciding to sink money into either shoes or pedals first. Experimenting with bike componentry gets expensive fast. In Just Ride, the author says its the pedal that counts only. Any footwear works with a good platform pedal. *No need to mention the pedal/shoe as others are weighing in on that on another thread here.* *No need to mention strength of feet, as we have already covered that issue, and that is a different matter for debate.* I remember riding the last three centuries on my MKS Touring pedals. All with different shoes. The first pair left me hurting (Old Nike Sneakers). The second pair left me hurting (LLBean Mocks). The third pair didn't hurt at all on that third century, but now they do when I ride with them (New Nike sneakers). I do get other minor foot complaints outside of century riding. So I think a pedal/shoe change is in order. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: So is it the pedals or is it the shoes that count?
Foot pain from riding, especially on rides more than 40 miles resulting in ball of foot puffiness (not see-able, but feels like it when walking after riding), and tip of big toe pain, with a little tingly line down the side of big toe. I don't think its good to keep punishing the dogs and its time to try new pedals and/or shoes. I use MKS Touring and sneakers right now. I opened the other thread on What do Rivendell Riders use for cycling shoes (not clipless), in which the issue was touched upon. I know your take: Strong feet +Vice pedals + bare feet/minimalist shoe like coverings = excellent riding! But alas, I am not as hardy in cold weather riding, so I need to use shoes. I do go shoeless inside the house, though and have for the last 18(?) years. So I guess I am living 1/2-time barefoot. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: 51cm Sam Hillborne build: advice?
Thanks for the suggestions, though. Also, does anyone have experience running a Supernova headlight, particularly the E3 Pure 3? http://www.peterwhitecycles.com/supernova.asp In response to the bag comment above: I'll be moving my Sackville Med from my previous ride to this one. Love that bag (and the small Acorn bag on my old Fuji). On Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at 6:08:50 PM UTC-6, Zach Duval wrote: Greetings Riv-owning folks, Today my new Sam Hillborne frameset arrived, and I'm beyond stoked to start building 'er up. I opted for only the frameset because I work for a local bike shop and am able to get some pretty sweet deals on components. However, I'm new to the shop and this will be my first build from scratch, so I'm open to advice. I'd like the Sam set up with mid-weight touring in mind, with some flexibility to maintain a comfortable and reasonably speedy unloaded ride, and will definitely be going drop-bar style with Noodles. My question for you folks is what are some key upgrades I might consider over the standard build kit suggested on Riv's website? What have you learned from outfitting your own Rivs? Lay on the Riv wisdom. Thanks! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: So is it the pedals or is it the shoes that count?
Soft sole shoes need a wider/flatter surfaced pedal to distribute downforce. Stiff soled shoes can get by with a tiny SPD or Eggbeater type contact. Sounds like you have a soft sole and two narrow/linear points of contact (MKS Touring). Either wear firmer-soled shoes, or get a platform pedal. I'd vote for pedal change over the shoe change. On Thu, Apr 30, 2015 at 7:49 PM, Deacon Patrick lamontg...@mac.com wrote: I agree with Ron that your foot may be flexing too much, but disagree that means you need to increase support. I believe it means you need to decrease support and intentionally strengthen your foot. The arch of the foot is a windlass mechanism. When running it absorbs energy on landing, stores it through the foot plant, and returns a healthy portion of that energy back in the push off. It's quite amazing. But if the foot muscles are weak, it may not be able to hold the lock or push off position, which I experience as the best position for forefoot pedaling. On the pedal, the foot feels locked and like it does when pushing off when running. This differs from a midfoot pedal position which most closely resembles the storage/foot plant part of the running stride. I would suggest you work on strengthening your feet, listening to them as to how much is too much. Run also, if you can. Add milage as you feet are comfortable. The alternative is that you add support and your feet get weaker because of it. As to the toe tingly, are your shoes wide enough or do the push your big toe inward? You may have to really pay attention, because most shoes are not foot shaped, so most people are used to having shoes deform their feet and not noticing (I sure was). Wear shoes (ideally minimalist, Zem Terra series are excellent) when you need to ( for cold, rock and root safety, fine if it's all the time). But don't wear shoes that will further weaken or deform your feet (that have support, arent' foot shaped, have a raised heel, or cushioning). Have fun playing with what works! With abandon, Patrick -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Cheers, David Member, Supreme Council of Cyberspace it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. - Seth Vidal -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: So is it the pedals or is it the shoes that count?
Yep, that's the idea! I know where you can get some MKS Sneaker Pedals cheap! $20 shipped to your door! On Thu, Apr 30, 2015 at 8:11 PM, Lungimsam john11.2...@gmail.com wrote: Yes, the pedal change over the shoe change seems like a better option to try first, because, if successful, then I can wear any shoe and not be tied to a single shoe for cycling. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Cheers, David Member, Supreme Council of Cyberspace it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. - Seth Vidal -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: So is it the pedals or is it the shoes that count?
Just buy Sabots or Heiruspecs. Also, +1 on what Patrick said about strengthening your feet. I would highly recommend walking and riding in minimalist shoes, as I've mentioned on the other thread. Build strength in your feet and avoid repetitive stress injuries with a free and stable platform, it'll all be good. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Thunder Burt Wisdom...
I have them in 27.5. Very fast on road, and as noted in the other thread, just enough side knobs to give you some cornering traction on dirt. Love 'em. On Thu, Apr 30, 2015 at 5:35 PM, Deacon Patrick lamontg...@mac.com wrote: Since I have two other tire threads going, I may as well go for the trifecta! Grin. Any and all experiences with Thunder Burts appreciated. I'm trying them out as a fast rolling all terraine tire (I know they are a racing tire, viewing it as a wide knobby version of the Barlow Pass, sort of -- hoping for a smoother, faster ride over all terrians). With abandon, Patrick *www.MindYourHeadCoop.org http://www.MindYourHeadCoop.org* *www.OurHolyConception.org http://www.OurHolyConception.org* -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Cheers, David Member, Supreme Council of Cyberspace it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. - Seth Vidal -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Thunder Burt Wisdom...
Fantastic! How are they lasting you, David? With abandon, Patrick On Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 6:37:45 PM UTC-6, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: I have them in 27.5. Very fast on road, and as noted in the other thread, just enough side knobs to give you some cornering traction on dirt. Love 'em. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: Thinking of a Riv Custom mixte - (or any Riv mixte) anyone ride Moustaches or Noodles on theirs?
So on the Dream bars, the top part near the stem does not bend back slightly, but the drops are about the same as the Noodles? On Sat, Apr 25, 2015 at 3:28 PM, olofst...@gmail.com wrote: I´d just send a warning to believe that you like the Noodle bar if you like the Dream bar. They may look alike but behave very differently. I have now three Dreams and enjoy them very much. Tried a Noodle and had to sell it since it was murder to my wrists, the bend on the top destroyed everything. Your milage may be differnt, but try it out! Olof Stroh Uppsala Sweden https://www.flickr.com/photos/14724719@N08/9427617311/ I have my Betty set up with Dream bars which are very similar to Noodles. Works for me. --Jamie -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Keep the metal side up and the rubber side down! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Bay Area Palomares Loop Ride Sunday, May 3
~30 miles, all paved with dirt option. 9 AM. Dublin Pleasanton BART meetup I think clockwise is the preferred direction of this one. https://groups.google.com/forum/#!topic/bay-area-rivendell-riders/pobltL8rPss -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: WTB Nano 2.1 v. Smart Sam 2.1
The fact that you have almost 500k on them (a race-ish tire) and aren't saying the tread is noticeably gone is a very good sign I presume. Changed my order to Thunder Burts. With abandon, Patrick -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: Seriously?
I think I bought a mid-'90s 8-speed Shimano XT crank from him. It was NIP and probably a little over-priced, but I dearly love those cranks so I went for it. I don't regret the purchase, but a lot of his auctions are simply ridiculous. On Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 1:29:25 PM UTC-7, Jim Bronson wrote: this guy has come up many times in this group. I've had my run-ins with him as well. On Thu, Apr 30, 2015 at 1:55 PM, Philip Williamson philip.w...@gmail.com javascript: wrote: If you had wanted me to be a better customer, you should have been a better vendor. Just my riff on an Anne Lamott quote: If people wanted you to write warmly about them, they should have behaved better. Philip www.biketinker.com On Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 10:52:05 AM UTC-7, Ron Mc wrote: careful, he'll take you to task. He came after me when I cited specific examples that I new what he paid and relisted it for 5 times the price. I actually have bought one item from him, a Campy Chorus DT friction shifter to match the other side I bought in auction. It was in one of his sales and it was realistically priced for my need. But when he called me out, he basically called me cheap for only having bought one item from him and being such a bad customer. He also has friends on almost all the bike board and especially CR, who defend him as a purveyor of the hard to find. But compared to being his good customer, I take being a bad customer as compliment to my intellect. On Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 12:37:43 PM UTC-5, ccanter wrote: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Rivendell-Water-Bottle-Made-By-Specialized-Large-Green-Vintage-Road-Bicycle-mtb-/281455313119?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0hash=item41880b40df -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bun...@googlegroups.com javascript:. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com javascript:. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Keep the metal side up and the rubber side down! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: WTB Nano 2.1 v. Smart Sam 2.1
How well do the Thunder Burts last? With abandon, Patrick On Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 3:11:23 PM UTC-6, Mark Reimer wrote: Deacon, I had the Nano 2.1's on my Atlantis for close to a year and thought they were the greatest all rounder tire out there...UNTIL I put the Schwalbe Thunder Burt's on, which absolutely kill the Nano's IMO. I'm running the 2.25 tires (which actually are very close to the same width as the Nano's, maybe a few mm wider). They roll much faster on pavement, are lighter, have a chunkier side knob for when I hit the trails, and are tubeless compatible if that's your thing. I really, really like them. The only reason I will ever ride anything else for now is if I am planning a long distance pavement ride, where I'd opt for a smooth tire and fenders. Other than that, the Thunder Burts are perfect. On Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 3:25:26 PM UTC-5, Evan Baird wrote: I know i'm being picky, because I really like the 26x2.55 Weirwolf LT, but if they may a 26x3 Nano I'd be all over that for my dirt dropper. On Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 1:06:33 PM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote: As an all around tire with an even split of paved, dirt, and trail — anyone ridden both? I have ridden the Smart Sams for over a year now and they are great on all by the pavement where they lag. Hoping the Nano is an improvement without too much loss on the trails. Even if you’ve just ridden the Nano’s I’d love your input. Thanks! With abandon, Patrick *www.MindYourHeadCoop.org http://www.MindYourHeadCoop.org* *www.OurHolyConception.org http://www.OurHolyConception.org* -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: WTB Nano 2.1 v. Smart Sam 2.1
FWIW, I've put 1342 miles on my Furious Freds, mostly on loose-ish, soft-ish terrain, but pavement too, and while the rear shows onlh a *tiny* bit of wear, and that only if you are conscientiously looking; even the little center knoblets on the center of the rear carcase are still almost whole. PDG for a 360 gram -- actual, on mail scale, for all 3 of the tires I bought; one is a spare -- 2 X 29 tire! But I'm very interested in the Thunder Burts for a bit more traction -- after I wear out the FFs. I would guess that the TBs will be at least as durable. I am not a huge tester of tire makes and models, but having put considerable miles on 4 different Schwalbe models -- Kojak wire and kevlar (carcase the same on wire and kevlar bead models, says Schwalbe rep), Big Apple wire (26 and 29) and LiteSin (29, and Furious Freds -- I have to say that they must be among the top for combining good rolling with durability and flat resistance (the BAs and Kojaks are very flat resistant, in goathead land, compared to other tires of similar weight, and they roll very well for their bulk and build. On Thu, Apr 30, 2015 at 4:16 PM, Deacon Patrick lamontg...@mac.com wrote: The fact that you have almost 500k on them (a race-ish tire) and aren't saying the tread is noticeably gone is a very good sign I presume. Changed my order to Thunder Burts. With abandon, Patrick -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Resumes, LinkedIn profiles, bios, and letters that get interviews. By-the-hour resume and LinkedIn coaching. Other professional writing services. http://www.resumespecialties.com/ www.linkedin.com/in/patrickmooreresumespec/ Patrick Moore Alburquerque, Nouvelle Mexique, Vereinigte Staaten * *The point which is the pivot of the norm is the motionless center of a circumference on the rim of which all conditions, distinctions, and individualities revolve. *Chuang Tzu *Kinei hos eromenon. It moves as the being-loved. *Aristotle *The Love that moves the Sun and all the other stars. *Dante -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Compass Barlow Pass Tires
thanks Mark On Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 4:20:37 PM UTC-5, Mark Reimer wrote: Ron, I just received a pair of the 700c Barlow Pass tires and am mounting them on my CX bike, which has Mavic Open Pro rims. I'll report back in a few days after I get a couple of rides in. They'll be replacing the green-label Jack Brown's, which I have zero complaints about, just wanted to see what all the fuss was about :) On Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 7:55:13 AM UTC-5, Ron Mc wrote: I think dead is a perfect description of Marathons, but they are tough and they are fast. My best riding buddy wants exactly that on all his bikes and runs his pressures high. I'm curious if anybody has tried Barlows on Mavic Open Pro rims. I've figured out from experience that the Challange bead is made for skinny rims, and don't bite as well on wider rims like my Synergies. I've also figured out skinny rims are tougher in the long-run, but not trying to debate that. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Compass Barlow Pass Tires
Hey, I just wanted to add my $.05. I've been riding Barlow Pass on my 64cm Atlantis for as long as they've been available. Great tires. Love the ride. I've been a Jack Brown guy. Also a GB Cypres guy. I have Marathon Supremes mounted on a spare wheelset, but I just hate the ride; too dead. My normal Barlow Pass are the ELs. Best tire ever. Feels like the tire the bike was made for. Last October I rode 900 miles to San Francisco down the coast. I used Barlow Pass regular on my mechanic's recommendation. Loaded weight of bike, rider, baggage, water, etc. was 310lbs. Great ride on all kinds of roads and not a single flat! I would have kept with the Barlow just for the great ride. Now that I've experienced the reliability, I'm totally sold. Here's a pic: https://flic.kr/p/priht2 Ty Graham Seattle -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: Babyshoe Pass or Loup Loup Pass for my Sam
That was supposed to read Hetres or Babyshoe Pass need 50mm fenders minimum IMO The LoupLoups work fine with P45s, I am running that setup myself. On Wed, Apr 29, 2015 at 3:16 PM, Jim Bronson jim.bron...@gmail.com wrote: Hetres or LoupLoup pass need 50mm fenders minimum, IMO. On Apr 29, 2015 3:05 PM, Lungimsam john11.2...@gmail.com wrote: I use Hetres at 50psi on my 52 Blue Sam with P45 fenders, raised as far from the tire as the frame allows with mounting from the fender tab on the front fender, and mounting the fender directly to the eyelet under the seat stay bridge with a bolt. I am hoping to put Loups on for my next set, as they will allow more clearance under fenders. It is pretty tight. Most would probably think it is ok, and it has been great, but I like lots of clearance. I also have a Bleriot that I have used Hetres as well as Loups on. The Loups feel plenty cushy at 45psi. Allows much more clearance under the fenders than the Hetres did. I think the Hetres get me 1cm all around, the Loups get me a lot more. *So, I think both tires have a comparable ride quality at these pressures, but just decide if you like more clearance under fenders or not. Disclaimer: I weigh about 175lbs. I don't know how they will feel in another weight class and at different pressures.* The Cypress will allow massive overkill fender clearance. I had them on my Sam for a short time, and they were nice at 50 or 55 psi, if I remember right. But you won't get as good ability to road through cracked roads with tires that narrow, from my experience But again, all these tires are great. I like them at low pressures. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Keep the metal side up and the rubber side down! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Finally... Albastache!
I think that eggplant looks great...and as a long-time moustache rider , I'm interested in your experince with the Albas...and I know that Patrick Deacon likes them a lot, too. So I'm thinking of those for the mixte I've planned On Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at 12:40:23 AM UTC-5, Surlyprof wrote: Andrew, I'm really loving the ride. Took a few miles to adjust to the new body position but then I was free to enjoy the new sensation and handling (note: Sean at Riv suggested dropping 30mm in stem length and he was right on the money... 40mm would have been too far). I've wanted a Riv for years because I wanted that feeling I used to get on my bike when I was a kid. The Albastache bars seemed to complete that feeling. Makes me think of the recent photo Patrick posted of him flying through a puddle on his Hunqapillar. He seems totally immersed in the fun of the moment. Now I understand why he likes those bars so much. The Albatross bars are wildly comfortable and were great on the commute when I rode through the city streets but I could never fully get the feeling of really opening it up when I wanted to go fast. Still ended up feeling a little like Pee Wee Herman in the Tour de France. When I did ride holding the front curves they angled the wrong way which would feel awkward quickly. The Albastache have just the feeling I was looking for. When I ride the front bends it feels a little more aggressive without being all the way down in a set of drops (which I rarely used on previous bikes). The upright position isn't quite as good as the Albatross for seeing and being seen but it seems to get me up high enough and is a happy trade off for the exhilarating feeling I got zipping around students on campus and leaning into a turn on the commute home today. I like the width much better than my old Mustache bars. If I could alter anything on the Albastache, I might add just a shade more drop like the old Mustache bars had. Even that I'm not sure about since it might drop the ends farther down than I want them on the commute. I honestly think Riv and Nitto may have nailed it with the Albastache. Good for the commute with all the zippy, racy feeling I will ever want or need. Inner child approved! John PS: The wife just told me that she thought I may have just a little too much going on visually with the purple handlebars. We will agree to disagree. Unless I miss the softer feel of the Brooks, the eggplant Newbaum's may be around for a while on my shiny, orange Riv! On Tuesday, April 28, 2015 at 7:17:21 PM UTC-7, BSWP wrote: Nice looking, but how do they* ride*? Glad you switched over? I like the extra width, the longer pull back, and the slightly flatter front, definitely considering returning to the 'stache club on a new bike, now that Alba's available. - Andrew, Berkeley On Monday, April 27, 2015 at 12:00:20 PM UTC-7, Surlyprof wrote: I've been wanting to try Albastache bars since I got my Hillborne. Finally broke down and took the plunge this weekend. I usually put down a layer of Newbaum's to strap the cables down before adding my Brooks leather tape. When I was at Rivendell purchasing the bars I had a wacky notion to buy the eggplant-colored Newbaum's instead of black or natural. Now that it is on, I'm hesitant to put the Brooks tape back on! https://www.flickr.com/photos/129545862@N03/17290439362/ John -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: Thinking of a Riv Custom mixte - (or any Riv mixte) anyone ride Moustaches or Noodles on theirs?
no , it doesn't and I believe the drop is deeper. I have them on my road and have to admit I don't spend a lot of time down on the drops...mostly on the hoods...and thank you TRP for that or on the tops On Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 4:48:18 PM UTC-5, Jim Bronson wrote: So on the Dream bars, the top part near the stem does not bend back slightly, but the drops are about the same as the Noodles? On Sat, Apr 25, 2015 at 3:28 PM, olof...@gmail.com javascript: wrote: I´d just send a warning to believe that you like the Noodle bar if you like the Dream bar. They may look alike but behave very differently. I have now three Dreams and enjoy them very much. Tried a Noodle and had to sell it since it was murder to my wrists, the bend on the top destroyed everything. Your milage may be differnt, but try it out! Olof Stroh Uppsala Sweden https://www.flickr.com/photos/14724719@N08/9427617311/ I have my Betty set up with Dream bars which are very similar to Noodles. Works for me. --Jamie -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bun...@googlegroups.com javascript:. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com javascript:. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Keep the metal side up and the rubber side down! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Brief Apology to the Forum
Well OK... Just don't let it happen again *(unless it's something really cool like these woody fenders)...* On Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at 11:44:18 PM UTC-4, hsmitham wrote: Jim, If you keep this up the cyber cops will be knocking at your door! And we know how they can get ~Hugh honest is wasn't me officer Smitham -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] WTB 700c tourish wheels
If you want dynamo and less than $200, here's a new set (from Germany, $23 shipping) http://www.bike-discount.de/en/buy/shimano-custom-made-wheel-set-28-with-dynamo-dh-t780-mavic-a319-59527?currency=5delivery_country=191. XT Trekking hubs (dynamo front), Mavic 319 rims, 32 holes, butted spokes. Says not available, but this shop updates their availability often. I picked up the 26 version of these wheels http://www.bike-discount.de/en/buy/shimano-custom-made-wheelset-26-with-dynamo-dh-t780-mavic-xm317-52011/wg_id-507 and am pleased. However, I can feel more resistance from the DH-T780 dynamo in this set, compared to the DH-3N80 that I bought at the same time and laced into a new PL23 for my Riv. Same light on both setups (Luxos U). I haven't adjusted the bearing preload yet, so maybe the cones are just a bit tight on the XT dynamo. Tim On Thu, Apr 30, 2015 at 12:32 AM, drew drewbeckme...@gmail.com wrote: ok, gonna come at this wheel issue another way. previously i was looking for an ultra cheap pair to put on a bike im selling. nothing was really happening below the 75$ mark, so now im thinking i might want to put my most so-so/used up wheels on that bike as part of the sale and dedicate the money to a new-to-me wheelset for a sam h. i'd like to spend between 150$-200$. maybe you've got something you don't need anymore. maybe, like me, you want to upgrade to something better than what you've got, but what you've got would be good for me. *ideally, looking for* -something good for light touring and occassional dirt. strong like. -36 spoke or 32fx36r, 135 rear spacing -room for 38-50mm tires. -7-9speed cassette -dynamo might be cool. ive never had a dynamo set up. might not be in the budget though, and definitely not a necessity. -low miles also, i guess if you have just one wheel, i wouldn't mind mixing and matching, though that can sometimes jack up the cost in the long run. i have an xd2-600 triple crank and some cromo albatross bars, if you want to do a partial trade too. thanks! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: What do Ricendell riders use for cycling shoes (not clipless).
+1 on the Keens. Keen Newports and Newport H2's are really nice. Comfy walking, waterproof for stream crossings and a step better than sneakers when riding (IMHO). The toe protection is what I particularly like when riding. The idea of scraping a toe as Leslie recounted sounds painful. John On Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 6:28:09 AM UTC-7, Ron Mc wrote: my daughter likes her airy Keens (I'm not sure of the model), which also have good toe protection and good arch support http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v728/bulldog1935/estes/bike/aleoncreektrailhead.jpg On Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 8:22:11 AM UTC-5, Nancy Seibel wrote: I use Salomon women's XR mission running/trail shoes. On Monday, April 27, 2015 at 8:39:17 PM UTC-4, Lungimsam wrote: What do you all use? Looking for something so I don't feel my rat raps through the soles. Been using sneakers but feet getting a little sore on longer rides. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
