[RBW] Re: OT: dual monitor question

[Ash A]

Hi Patrick,

If you go for 42" screen you will end up with full HD resolution.  While 
full HD is fine for watching movies, it makes a lousy computer display.  

Reason, there aren't enough pixels in full HD resolution to give you the 
screen real estate improvement you are looking for.

*IMO, your best bet would be two of these (or similar WUXGA resolution 
monitor)*

https://smile.amazon.com/Dell-Computer-Ultrasharp-U2415-24-0-Inch/dp/B00NZTKOQI/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8=1488758748=8-2=dell+24+monitor

Whichever you buy, remember to check the resolution.  It must not be less 
than 1920 x 1200 (aka WUXGA).

I do not think you need a professional's help.  If the monitor does not 
come with it, you'd need 'thunderbolt' display cables.  If you're confused, 
just email me after you decide on the monitor.

The other option is 27" QHD (2560 x 1440 res).  This is what I have. 
 However, if I were to do this again, I'd buy 2x24".   Here's the reason:   
a good 27" monitor costs twice as much as a good 24" monitor.  As long as 
you do not have desktop area constraints, two 24" monitors give you more 
screen real estate for the same price.  I think 27" is a good option for 
folks working on graphics stuff.  If you are mostly working with text like 
me, fonts becomes too small when you cram 2560 pixels horizontally in 
roughly 60cm width.

With 2x24" monitors (WUXGA res) you get 2840 pixels horizontally in 103 
centimeters (ie 36 pixels/cm 'density' )

A single 27" QHD monitor gives you 2560 pixels horizontally in roughly 60 
centimeters (ie, 42 pixels/cm)

Sorry if you are more confused now than before :)

Best of luck,

-Ash


On Sunday, 5 March 2017 11:46:33 UTC-8, Patrick Moore wrote:
>
> I have a 2014 15" Macbook Pro with the Retina screen and the one and only 
> and single (and proprietary, damn them) USB port; I have an auxiliary 24" 
> (diagonal) Samsung monitor. Such is the excess of paperwork that I deal 
> with at once that I often have 6 documents open at once along with 3 Google 
> screens. 
>
> I'd love to have a single 42" screen, so I could get all of this shit open 
> at once, but a quick review of monitor costs makes me think a dual 24" 
> setup, along with the Mac's screen, will be a lot cheaper.
>
> But I'm as ignorant of computers as the rest of you are ignorant of fixing 
> flats.
>
> Can anyone tell me:
>
> 1. Is there a decent 42" monitor compatible with 2014 MBP for $500 or less?
>
> 2. If not, what would I need in the way of equipment, besides a second 24" 
> screen, to hook up this second screen?
>
> 3. Samsung: anything better for the money?
>
> 4. What are good places to buy all of these things, either chain stores on 
> the ground or websites?
>
> 5. Is this best left to a professional?
>
> Thanks. I've also got a question about JB Welding a bottle cage boss onto 
> a st steel rack strut, but I'll save that for another thread.
>
> PAM
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[RBW] Re: front rack recommendations

[Ash A]

It's gem of bike you've got there Bin!



On Friday, 3 February 2017 17:02:10 UTC-8, Bin Chen wrote:
>
> Another vote for the Soma Porteur Rack.
>
>
> 
>
>
> On Wednesday, October 19, 2016 at 9:11:48 AM UTC-7, drew wrote:
>>
>> im finding myself overloading my nitto m-18+basket regularly, and it is 
>> wiggling and bending more than i approve of. i think id like to replace it 
>> with a non-mini rack. looking around, there seem to be way more options 
>> than i thought there would be, especially with so many porteur style racks 
>> now .So im wondering if its possible to compile a semi comprehensive list 
>> of front racks that fullfill this criteria.
>>
>> -attach to the dropout eyelets
>> -clear 700x50 tires
>> -have an adequate platform for a basket
>> -are steel and silver
>> -are not super big/overbuilt/loaded touring style racks.
>>
>> pannier rails are not needed, but neednt be avoided either. 
>>
>>
>>

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[RBW] Re: ?Appaloosa versus Sam Hillborne

[Ash A]

Marc,

Couple of months ago I went to Riv to test ride Sam.  Loved the bike, 
didn't like the orange color.  Couple of weeks later went back to take 
another look.  The more I looked at it, I started liking the orange :) 
 However, after riding both Sam and Joe for an hour each, I decided to 
order a Joe.  

Sam was more nimble, but Joe felt more comfortable.  Joe has a longer chain 
stay.  This means you're sitting closer to the center of the bike on Joe.   
This's probably the reason it felt more comfier.  On Sam (though it is not 
as bad as most non-Riv road bike and MTBs out there) you are sitting closer 
to the rear axle- so you feel bumps slightly more.  Much like how you get 
tosses slightly more if you ride in the back seat of a car.

Joe is slightly heavier.  Maybe by a pound.  That's not a huge factor for 
my use (commuting and occasional touring).

Another way to look at them: think of Sam as Mazda6 and Joe as Mazda CX5. 
 Both are fun automobiles.  One is slightly faster and nimbler and the 
other is slightly more comfortable and has more utility.

I felt that both these bikes are more fun and comfortable than all my other 
bikes (1 steel MTB, 1 aluminum MTB, 2 steel road bikes).  

Joe also has an interesting fork.  At the 'shoulder' of the fork there 
extra braze-ons.  I felt like those might come handy for one purpose or the 
other.
 
I'm waiting for the green frame to arrive.  I'll have a more detailed 
review in a month.  

Cheers,

-Ash

PS: The Allegheny Passage trail should be a lovely experience.  I was 
planning for it  when I lived in Maryland.  I moved to left coast before it 
materialized (didn't have the right bike at that time).  Definitely going 
back one day with the Appaloosa to ride Pittsburg to DC.  

On Friday, 3 February 2017 13:15:15 UTC-8, mlpessar wrote:
>
> Guys, I have a good problem to have. I'm in the process of deciding 
> between an Appaloosa and a Sam Hillborne. I'd very much appreciate your 
> input; particularly from folks who are familiar with both of these bikes. 
>  90%+ of my riding is on pavement. The rest is light trail riding over 
> occasionally bumpy terrain. I am planning on some longer touring, 
> specifically doing the Great Allegheny Passage and C Canal this Spring. I 
> will likely do this with a mix of camping and B stays. I am an older guy 
> (pushing seventy). Comfort is definitely a consideration. In reading 
> previous posts I have noted that some feel what they describe as a sense of 
> ease on the Appaloosa. That sounds appealing. For those who share that 
> perception could you characterize that more fully? I also understand that 
> the Sam is a more "spritely" ride. For those who have ridden both bikes how 
> would you describe what distinguishes the two? Are these differences 
> relatively subtle or easily noticeable? I hope that the above makes sense. 
> I am more than happy to provide additional info. Unfortunately at present 
> there are no Rivendell dealers in my region nor have I yet to see a Riv in 
> the wild in my neck of the woods. 
> Thanks,
> Marc
>
>
>

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[RBW] WTB: Nitto MOD174 All Road handlebar

[Ash A]

Please PM me if you have a spare 44 or 46cm you'd like to sell.   Thanks!

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[RBW] Re: FS: Brand new Silver Campy Veloce groupset

[Ash A]

All gone.  Thanks!

 

On Sunday, 22 January 2017 17:59:31 UTC-8, Ash A wrote:
>
> I have two items from this group set remaining:
>
> Campy Veloce Ergo shifters (2x10) - $70
> Campy Brake set (Dual Pivot Calipers) - $25
>
> Both items are silver color and new unopened.
>
>
>
>
> On Friday, 23 December 2016 14:24:12 UTC-8, Ash A wrote:
>>
>> Price drop: $360 shipped.  
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> On Tuesday, 20 December 2016 15:00:17 UTC-8, Ashwath Akirekadu wrote:
>>>
>>> Bought from Ribble a month ago to build a new San Marcos.  I've 
>>> abandoned that project since then.  
>>>
>>> Groupset includes
>>>
>>> - Silver Brake Set 
>>> -12-30 Cassette 10 speed
>>> - 10 speed Chain 
>>> - 170 silver compact crankset 50/34
>>> - Silver front/rear derailleurs
>>> - Veloce Powershift Ergo-levers - Silver 10 Speed
>>> - Campy Power Torque English Thread bottom bracket
>>>
>>> $390 shipped
>>>
>>> PM me at 
>>>
>>> a s h w a t h  a t  g m a i l 
>>>
>>>
>>>

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[RBW] Re: FS: Brand new Silver Campy Veloce groupset

[Ash A]

I have two items from this group set remaining:

Campy Veloce Ergo shifters (2x10) - $70
Campy Brake set (Dual Pivot Calipers) - $25

Both items are silver color and new unopened.




On Friday, 23 December 2016 14:24:12 UTC-8, Ash A wrote:
>
> Price drop: $360 shipped.  
>
>
>
>
> On Tuesday, 20 December 2016 15:00:17 UTC-8, Ashwath Akirekadu wrote:
>>
>> Bought from Ribble a month ago to build a new San Marcos.  I've abandoned 
>> that project since then.  
>>
>> Groupset includes
>>
>> - Silver Brake Set 
>> -12-30 Cassette 10 speed
>> - 10 speed Chain 
>> - 170 silver compact crankset 50/34
>> - Silver front/rear derailleurs
>> - Veloce Powershift Ergo-levers - Silver 10 Speed
>> - Campy Power Torque English Thread bottom bracket
>>
>> $390 shipped
>>
>> PM me at 
>>
>> a s h w a t h  a t  g m a i l 
>>
>>
>>

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[RBW] Re: New Green Appa Color ...Same as Simpleone

[Ash A]

https://groups.google.com/forum/#!searchin/rbw-owners-bunch/from$3Ame/rbw-owners-bunch/tdtlXQBuEfE/nZ4KKQUABwAJ



On Thursday, 19 January 2017 18:02:43 UTC-8, jandrews_nyc wrote:
>
> Sorry about that 
> the correct link is here:  
> https://www.flickr.com/photos/74956339@N06/14207113851/in/pool-simpleone/
>
>
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Re: [RBW] My Cantis cant get no respect.

[Ash A]

@John:

I haven't tried them before.  The design looked good and priced looked more 
reasonable than Pauls.  Hence decided to give it a try.

Will report back after I build the bike.



On Sunday, 15 January 2017 08:44:02 UTC-8, John Bokman wrote:
>
> Curious if you've tried the VO Zeste Cantis on another bike? They look 
> like well designed brakes.
>
> On Saturday, January 14, 2017 at 9:03:13 PM UTC-8, Ash A wrote:
>>
>> Wish I had known about these before I got VO Zeste Cantis for the 
>> Appaloosa I'm going to build soon.  Given the tire clearance (I had to see 
>> A picture of it mounted on an MTB to fully get the idea) and fraction of 
>> the price, they were worth trying even if it meant giving them away 
>> later for whatever reason.   
>>
>> I have V-brakes on a Gary Fisher Marlin that I have owned since 2007.  
>> I'm pretty certain I'm not technical enough, but I've never felt modulation 
>> issue in 2000 or so miles I've ridden it. 
>>
>> Having said that, I do think Cantis look way more pleasing on Riv style 
>> bikes.  
>>
>>
>>
>> On Thursday, January 12, 2017, George Schick <bhi...@gmail.com> wrote:
>>
>>> If I'm not mistaken, those are Tektro 857AL brakes.  They have the extra 
>>> long 110mm arms for fender clearance.  I bought one a few years ago for my 
>>> Surly 1x1 that has wheels with 60mm Big Apple tires covered by SKS P65 MTB 
>>> fenders.  They just clear the fenders with a couple of mm's to spare.
>>>
>>> On Thursday, January 12, 2017 at 7:56:26 PM UTC-6, Mark in Beacon wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Hi, can't find a model # on them. For a little while Riv sold a 
>>>> V-brake, but I don't see them on the website currently. I would think if 
>>>> you call Rivendell and ask what model was used on the first gen Clem 
>>>> completes somebody will know.
>>>>
>>>> On Thursday, January 12, 2017 at 4:18:07 PM UTC-5, Ash A wrote:
>>>>>
>>>>> Hi Mark,
>>>>>
>>>>> Those V-brakes look quite good!  Any idea what Tektro model is it?
>>>>>
>>>>> Thanks,
>>>>>
>>>>> -Ash
>>>>>
>>>>> On Wednesday, 11 January 2017 18:36:04 UTC-8, Mark in Beacon wrote:
>>>>>>
>>>>>> I think this came up not long ago on the iBoB list. Not all V brakes 
>>>>>> are created equally when it comes to clearance. I found a helpful list 
>>>>>> on 
>>>>>> gravelbike:
>>>>>>
>>>>>> http://www.gravelbike.com/v-brake-arm-lengths/
>>>>>>
>>>>>> The stock Tektros on my Clementine cleared a 2 inch tire with fender 
>>>>>> no problem.
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>> On Wednesday, January 11, 2017 at 7:17:20 AM UTC-5, Eric Daume wrote:
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>> Different experiences, Steve. I've used V brakes since the Shimano 
>>>>>>> introduced them in '96, and I have zero complaints for their 
>>>>>>> modulation. I 
>>>>>>> will admit they can make fenders over big tires challenging.
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>> On Tue, Jan 10, 2017 at 10:14 PM, Steve Palincsar <pali...@his.com> 
>>>>>>> wrote:
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>> On 01/10/2017 07:13 PM, Eric Daume wrote:
>>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>>> I'll say, V brakes are the ones that don't seem to get any 
>>>>>>>>> respect. Cantis still have some cool factor from the 'cross crowd, 
>>>>>>>>> but V 
>>>>>>>>> brake seem mostly relegated to cheap hybrids. But if you look at 
>>>>>>>>> power, 
>>>>>>>>> cost, weight, modulation, and set up ease, I think V's would at least 
>>>>>>>>> get a 
>>>>>>>>> podium finish in every category.
>>>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>>>
>>>>>>>> A prize for modulation?  They give prizes for not having any?  In 
>>>>>>>> my - admittedly limited - experience, V brakes have all the modulation 
>>>>>>>> of 
>>>>>>>> an electric light switch and all the simplicity of the binary 
>>>>>>>> numbering 
>>>>>>>> system: ON and OFF with nothing in between.  Then, there's butt ugly, 
>>>>>>>> incompatible with standard brake levers and integrated brake/shift 
>>>>>>>> levers 
>>>>>>>> and interference with fenders to add to their "charms."
>>>>>>>>
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Re: [RBW] Albastache + brifters

[Ash A]

Hi Mark,

Reg seat position, DOH!  Apparently while struggling to install the saddle 
I turned the seat post around!  Didn't ever realize.  I felt like something 
was wrong, but figured it is something to do with the handlebar experiment. 
 Thanks for that.

Appreciate you alerting me about the stem position.  I had read Sheldon's 
article a while ago.  While tweaking the Bianchi I had totally forgotten 
about it.  The Bianchi is for sale, however, I will pull the stem slightly 
up for the safety of the next owner.

Cheers,

-Ash 


On Saturday, 7 January 2017 10:58:13 UTC-8, Mark in Beacon wrote:
>
> Hi Ash. Before you make the seat adjustment, you may want to turn the 
> seatpost around to its proper position. You have your saddle slammed all 
> the way back already, but your seatpost is facing the wrong way.
>
> Also, like Patrick, I would also question the safety of that setup, but 
> for a different reason. If, as you say, the extender is inserted fully, 
> that is a mighty short head tube, and you may be creating this situation, 
> described here by Sheldon Brown:
>
> Danger! 
>
> *Note:* Steerers <http://www.sheldonbrown.com/gloss_st-z.html#steerer> 
> are butted <http://www.sheldonbrown.com/gloss_bo-z.html#butted> at the 
> bottom, so the hole in the steerer is constant-diameter until near the 
> bottom, then the walls taper inward in the butted section. 
>
> It is *vitally important* that 
> *the steerer extender (or stem) is not inserted so far that the wedge is 
> installed where the steerer is narrowing, or it could come loose 
> unpredictably. *
>
>
> When this happens, only the edge/corner of the quill or wedge contacts the 
> steerer, and it is trying to "grab" a slanted surface. 
>
> This is sometimes a problem on smaller frames if you try to insert the 
> stem or a stem extender too far down into the steerer. 
>
> The stem may also loosen unexpectedly if the steerer has been bulged out 
> by overtightening the expander or wedge.
>
> [image: Stem Inserted Too Far]
>
>
>
> I highly suspect that your Raleigh setup may fall under the above 
> scenario. Even on flats at 15mph, having your handlebars disconnect can be 
> disconcerting.
>
>
> On Friday, January 6, 2017 at 6:08:35 PM UTC-5, Ash A wrote:
>>
>> Rode the Raleigh 21 miles to work today.  My neck is not a happy camper 
>> today.  Can't wait to ride like I want to ride once the Appaloosa arrives!
>>
>> I'm going to try the seat adjustment you suggested before I ride back.
>>
>>
>> Here's picture of the Raleigh (more 
>> https://goo.gl/photos/Ha4YXYY7WoPgZgVw8)
>>
>>
>> -Ash
>>
>>
>> On Wednesday, 4 January 2017 07:04:21 UTC-8, Patrick Moore wrote:
>>>
>>> Please post photos of the built Appaloosa and of the Ace. The Appaloosa 
>>> is one of the Rivs I'd like to own, along with (in order of seriousness) 
>>> the Roadeo, the Hunq, the Atlantis, and the Legolas. The A would come in 
>>> about here.
>>>
>>> And who doesn't want to own a new/old Raleigh?
>>>
>>>
>>>

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Re: [RBW] My Cantis cant get no respect.

[Ash A]

Hi Mark,

Those V-brakes look quite good!  Any idea what Tektro model is it?

Thanks,

-Ash

On Wednesday, 11 January 2017 18:36:04 UTC-8, Mark in Beacon wrote:
>
> I think this came up not long ago on the iBoB list. Not all V brakes are 
> created equally when it comes to clearance. I found a helpful list on 
> gravelbike:
>
> http://www.gravelbike.com/v-brake-arm-lengths/
>
> The stock Tektros on my Clementine cleared a 2 inch tire with fender no 
> problem.
>
>
>
>
> On Wednesday, January 11, 2017 at 7:17:20 AM UTC-5, Eric Daume wrote:
>>
>> Different experiences, Steve. I've used V brakes since the Shimano 
>> introduced them in '96, and I have zero complaints for their modulation. I 
>> will admit they can make fenders over big tires challenging.
>>
>> On Tue, Jan 10, 2017 at 10:14 PM, Steve Palincsar <pali...@his.com> 
>> wrote:
>>
>>>
>>>
>>> On 01/10/2017 07:13 PM, Eric Daume wrote:
>>>
>>>> I'll say, V brakes are the ones that don't seem to get any respect. 
>>>> Cantis still have some cool factor from the 'cross crowd, but V brake seem 
>>>> mostly relegated to cheap hybrids. But if you look at power, cost, weight, 
>>>> modulation, and set up ease, I think V's would at least get a podium 
>>>> finish 
>>>> in every category.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>> A prize for modulation?  They give prizes for not having any?  In my - 
>>> admittedly limited - experience, V brakes have all the modulation of an 
>>> electric light switch and all the simplicity of the binary numbering 
>>> system: ON and OFF with nothing in between.  Then, there's butt ugly, 
>>> incompatible with standard brake levers and integrated brake/shift levers 
>>> and interference with fenders to add to their "charms."
>>>
>>>
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[RBW] Re: biking @ 105

[Ash A]

Ha ha!

Apparently he got serious about cycling only when he reached 68.   Guess he 
didn't have enough time until then.   I'd rather be cycling than golfing 
when I retire.



On Friday, 6 January 2017 15:40:44 UTC-8, Tim wrote:
>
> Well, I've got 49 years to train and I'm gonna break his record...Allez! 
> Allez!

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[RBW] Re: Casual warm clothing for casual bike rides

[Ash A]

True.  Flannel lining isn't 'layering'

I meant layering for the upper body.



On Friday, 6 January 2017 16:02:08 UTC-8, Deacon Patrick wrote:
>
> Great way to go! Except that flannel lines pants are't layering in the 
> sense that if conditions or needs change as you ride, you have an option to 
> remove a layer (or add one). A more flexible approach is to wear long johns 
> under your jeans. Get too hot because the wind dies, or sun comes out? Just 
> ride in jeans.
>
> With abandon,
> Patrick
>
> On Friday, January 6, 2017 at 4:19:48 PM UTC-7, Ash A wrote:
>>
>> While still deciding on which long term pants to get, I needed something 
>> in a hurry for today's 40+ mile ride in 34 to 48 degree temperature range. 
>>  Looked up bunch of local store websites.  Target had flannel lined chinos. 
>>http://www.target.com/p/-/A-51244786
>>
>> It cost me only $13 in the store, but while biking in 34 degrees, it felt 
>> like a big upgrade from my regular jeans.   
>>
>> At the end of today's ride what I learned is that layering right is an 
>> art!
>>
>>
>>
>> On Tuesday, 3 January 2017 21:42:19 UTC-8, Ash A wrote:
>>>
>>> This's my first season riding around in winter. When it gets down to 40, 
>>> I feel like my jeans and shoes aren't sufficient for a comfortable ride 
>>> (typically an hour or so).  
>>>
>>> I do not like to wear biking cloths that I see in bike shops.  May be 
>>> they are ok if I'm heading straight back home after the ride.  They don't 
>>> feel are suitable for riding to a restaurant for dinner.  
>>>
>>> Looking for recommendations for pants (most important), shoes and 
>>> shirts/jackets that look like casual wear, but provide sufficient wind/cold 
>>> protection while riding.   Thank you!
>>>
>>

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[RBW] Re: Casual warm clothing for casual bike rides

[Ash A]

While still deciding on which long term pants to get, I needed something in 
a hurry for today's 40+ mile ride in 34 to 48 degree temperature range. 
 Looked up bunch of local store websites.  Target had flannel lined chinos. 
   http://www.target.com/p/-/A-51244786

It cost me only $13 in the store, but while biking in 34 degrees, it felt 
like a big upgrade from my regular jeans.   

At the end of today's ride what I learned is that layering right is an art!



On Tuesday, 3 January 2017 21:42:19 UTC-8, Ash A wrote:
>
> This's my first season riding around in winter. When it gets down to 40, I 
> feel like my jeans and shoes aren't sufficient for a comfortable ride 
> (typically an hour or so).  
>
> I do not like to wear biking cloths that I see in bike shops.  May be they 
> are ok if I'm heading straight back home after the ride.  They don't feel 
> are suitable for riding to a restaurant for dinner.  
>
> Looking for recommendations for pants (most important), shoes and 
> shirts/jackets that look like casual wear, but provide sufficient wind/cold 
> protection while riding.   Thank you!
>

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Re: [RBW] Albastache + brifters

[Ash A]

Rode the Raleigh 21 miles to work today.  My neck is not a happy camper 
today.  Can't wait to ride like I want to ride once the Appaloosa arrives!

I'm going to try the seat adjustment you suggested before I ride back.


Here's picture of the Raleigh (more https://goo.gl/photos/Ha4YXYY7WoPgZgVw8)




-Ash


On Wednesday, 4 January 2017 07:04:21 UTC-8, Patrick Moore wrote:
>
> Please post photos of the built Appaloosa and of the Ace. The Appaloosa is 
> one of the Rivs I'd like to own, along with (in order of seriousness) the 
> Roadeo, the Hunq, the Atlantis, and the Legolas. The A would come in about 
> here.
>
> And who doesn't want to own a new/old Raleigh?
>
> On Tue, Jan 3, 2017 at 3:15 PM, Ashwath Akirekadu <ash...@gmail.com 
> > wrote:
>
>> Patrick,
>>
>> I'll play with saddle position as well (as I said, I'm experimenting).  
>> Thanks for the idea.  Although my issue is less with arms and more with the 
>> neck.  Using typical drop bar position feels similar (to my neck) to 
>> watching a TV mounted 25 ft above the floor during the entire ride.  
>>
>> Also thanks for bringing up safety part.  It might be a significant 
>> factor for some riders out there who are thinking using stem extender.  For 
>> my use though it does not *feel* like there is a safety issue.  The upright 
>> position significantly reduces the amount of weight that goes on the 
>> handlebar. Also, my rides are mostly on flat roads.  I never exceed 15mph. 
>>With the stem and the extender both tucked all the way down, the setup 
>> is probably sturdy enough.  (which won't be the case I were to be climbing 
>> hills or riding fast downhill).
>>
>> A better suitable bike frame is on the way, btw.  I've ordered an 
>> Appaloosa frame.  Nitto Dirt Drop stem + ChocoNORM bar combination works 
>> great for me on that (based on the test ride).   I acquired a Raleigh 
>> Record Ace from a friend, which I'm planning on using for occasional fast 
>> rides.
>>
>> Chees,
>>
>> -Ash
>>
>> On Wednesday, 28 December 2016 07:14:03 UTC-8, Patrick Moore wrote:
>>>
>>> I'm glad the bar is comfortable, but it's too high: first, is it safe? I 
>>> ask that question very seriously. With the extender and then the long quill 
>>> toward the end of its travel, you are going to torque those joints far more 
>>> than usual, and perhaps to the point of some sort of failure.
>>>
>>> Second, if you want a bar that high, you really need a very different 
>>> frame, one with a much higher head tube. When you go to such an extreme 
>>> measure as on your Bianchi, you know right away that you are trying to make 
>>> a silk purse out of something else.
>>>
>>> And third, there are other ways of getting torso/neck/arm/hand comfort 
>>> than merely by raising the bar to an extreme height. It goes against the 
>>> imagination, but often (I don't say always), putting your saddle further 
>>> back, so that your core takes over the work of holding up your shoulders 
>>> and head, is the first step in setting up a bicycle comfortably. You'll 
>>> notice that bikes designed for very high bars, like the Dutch city bike, 
>>> also have very, very slack seat tube angles, and I don't think that this is 
>>> merely coincidence.
>>>
>>> All of this is entirely removed from any question of a "racing" 
>>> position. (Note too that the drop bar design is among the oldest around 
>>> because it has been proved one of the most comfortable when properly set 
>>> up.)
>>>
>>> I chose the 2 images below at random and only afterward noticed that 
>>> both show Velo Orange bikes.
>>>
>>> I don't mean merely to be critical. You will do yourself a real favor by 
>>> finding either a more effective way to get comfort, or else, a very 
>>> different design that does safely allow such an extreme bar position.
>>>
>>> [image: Inline image 1]
>>>
>>> [image: Inline image 2]
>>>
>>> On Tue, Dec 27, 2016 at 9:35 PM, Ashwath Akirekadu <ash...@gmail.com> 
>>> wrote:
>>>
>>>> When I wondered about usability of brifters on Albastache/Mustache 
>>>> type bars sometime ago, I couldn't find much info on interwebs. 
>>>>
>>>> I decided to get an Albastache anyway and give it a try.  Turns out it 
>>>> works ok with Campy brifters.  Shimano/SRAM brifters aren't likely as 
>>>> suitable since  they don't have the thumb button. 
>>>>
>>>> I was h

[RBW] biking @ 105

[Ash A]

No, this's not about the Shimano Group set :) 

http://www.npr.org/sections/thetwo-way/2017/01/04/508213332/105-year-old-cyclist-rides-14-miles-in-an-hour-en-route-to-a-world-record


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[RBW] Re: Casual warm clothing for casual bike rides

[Ash A]

Thank you Garth.   Railriders and Outdoor Research pants do look beginner 
friendly, price-wise.


On Wednesday, 4 January 2017 07:13:40 UTC-8, Garth wrote:
>
>
>
> For pants, try Railriders if you want a roomy cut nylon pant of various 
> fabric weights.  For less roomy try Outdoor Research, though many of theirs 
> have a stretch nylon fabric . .   
>
> For your feet, try plastic in your shoes. Not the whole foot, only the 
> upper inside the shoe, not the bottom, to keep your foot from slipping 
> inside.  Just cut and shape plastic bags as you like. No need to get new 
> shoes for mild cold like that.  
>
> No matter what you like to wear for jackets, try a super lightweight nylon 
> running/cycling type of vest over your shirts, but under your favorite 
> jackets.  Look for a vest that is very light and can squish in your hand 
> and stuff in a pocket.  I have some Mountain Hardwear ones for example. 
>

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[RBW] Re: Casual warm clothing for casual bike rides

[Ash A]

@Belopsky- which Patagonia items do you find useful specifically for riding?



On Wednesday, 4 January 2017 08:27:31 UTC-8, Belopsky wrote:
>
> More and more I am liking my Patagonia clothing for all-around wear.
>
> Pricey? Yes. Made in USA? No, but I find their garments are worth it in 
> long term - they will repair or replace if anything goes wrong. Their 
> support is bar-none, IMO.
>
> For merino, I like Ibex, but Wool blend seems to be better. I go 
> through about 1 Ibex shirt a year, but I continue wearing them as 
> baselayers, they are just no longer allowed in public if the fiance is 
> present..
>

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[RBW] Re: Casual warm clothing for casual bike rides

[Ash A]

@drew-

66 North collection looks very good.  Pricey, but but they seem like real 
deal.  Thanks



On Wednesday, 4 January 2017 13:17:51 UTC-8, drew wrote:
>
> i use these 66 north pants 
>  with some 
> wool blend long johns and am usually happy. they are kinda slim, but they 
> have stretch and a gusset. i havent tested this in any extremely wet 
> scenarios though. up top, i use a normal looking showers pass jacket with a 
> heavy shirt or sweater, or a patagonia nano puff hoody. i like to think 
> that i look like a normal person wearing this stuff. 
>

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[RBW] Re: Casual warm clothing for casual bike rides

[Ash A]

Philip, 

What temperature ranges do you use it for?  Did you have to wear a base 
layer under these pants in winter?

Thanks,

-Ash

On Wednesday, 4 January 2017 16:48:04 UTC-8, Philip Kim wrote:
>
> Makers and Riders 3 season commute pants.

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[RBW] Re: Casual warm clothing for casual bike rides

[Ash A]

Thanks so much everyone for the suggestions!  

I see pretty interesting options here for not only my mild winter, but also 
real winter/wet conditions.  Interestingly none of these products showed up 
during my extensive googling.  Pointers I got here are very helpful.



On Tuesday, 3 January 2017 21:42:19 UTC-8, Ash A wrote:
>
> This's my first season riding around in winter. When it gets down to 40, I 
> feel like my jeans and shoes aren't sufficient for a comfortable ride 
> (typically an hour or so).  
>
> I do not like to wear biking cloths that I see in bike shops.  May be they 
> are ok if I'm heading straight back home after the ride.  They don't feel 
> are suitable for riding to a restaurant for dinner.  
>
> Looking for recommendations for pants (most important), shoes and 
> shirts/jackets that look like casual wear, but provide sufficient wind/cold 
> protection while riding.   Thank you!
>

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[RBW] Re: New Sam Hillborne Finally Arrived

[Ash A]

That's a nice color combination indeed!

Curious what handlebar is this..



On Tuesday, 3 January 2017 18:50:48 UTC-8, Daniel Betancourt wrote:
>
> To say I was excited to hear the FedEx delivery truck would be an 
> understatement. After unboxing and assembling the bike I attached the 
> Garmin Edge and the bike speed/cadence sensors and took it out for a spin. 
> My average speed was higher than my past two rides on my road bike so I was 
> pleased that I wouldn't be seeing a drop in performance. This is my first 
> leather saddle so I spend some time adjusting it and expect I will continue 
> to do so until I've got it dialed in. 
>
> Looking forward to training for my first Century ride with this bike.
>
> Dan 
>

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[RBW] Casual warm clothing for casual bike rides

[Ash A]

This's my first season riding around in winter. When it gets down to 40, I 
feel like my jeans and shoes aren't sufficient for a comfortable ride 
(typically an hour or so).  

I do not like to wear biking cloths that I see in bike shops.  May be they 
are ok if I'm heading straight back home after the ride.  They don't feel 
are suitable for riding to a restaurant for dinner.  

Looking for recommendations for pants (most important), shoes and 
shirts/jackets that look like casual wear, but provide sufficient wind/cold 
protection while riding.   Thank you!

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