[RBW] Re: Pari-Moto & Grand Bois "Cypres" PSI?
Hi Patrick, The difference is that I weigh 210 compared to your 155, thus more air required to achieve that "fun feel" :=) Dave G On Jul 5, 7:50 pm, Patrick in VT wrote: > On Jul 4, 9:30 pm, Dave G wrote: > > > The Pari-Moto inflation range (as printed on the sidewall) is 55-75 > > psi. There is a picture of this on the Riv site in the Pari-Moto > > product listing. I don't know about the Cypres, but the Hetre max is > > also 75, and that is where I keep the rear tire with 10-15 psi less in > > the front. > > i weigh 155lbs. and run Hetres anywhere between 40-55psi - anything > more than that and they lose their fun feel. > > I keep Pari-Motos anywhere between 50-65. same with the cypres. a > little less if lots dirt is involved. > > is there any advantage at keeping such wide tires at or near their max > rated psi? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Pari-Moto & Grand Bois "Cypres" PSI?
Scott, I just recalled this review of the Cypress (and other tires) in Bicycle Quarterly. The link is http://www.vintagebicyclepress.com/images/BQ64TireTest.pdf They list the Cypress max inflation as 75 psi. On Jul 4, 9:31 pm, "S.Cutshall" wrote: > Thanks, Dave. > > All good info to know... > > -Scott > > On Jul 4, 6:30 pm, Dave G wrote: > > > > > The Pari-Moto inflation range (as printed on the sidewall) is 55-75 > > psi. There is a picture of this on the Riv site in the Pari-Moto > > product listing. I don't know about the Cypres, but the Hetre max is > > also 75, and that is where I keep the rear tire with 10-15 psi less in > > the front. > > Dave > > > On Jul 4, 4:28 pm, "S.Cutshall" wrote: > > > > Anyone here know what these tires go to for Max. PSI? > > > > Thanks- > > > > -Scott- Hide quoted text - > > - Show quoted text - -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Pari-Moto & Grand Bois "Cypres" PSI?
The Pari-Moto inflation range (as printed on the sidewall) is 55-75 psi. There is a picture of this on the Riv site in the Pari-Moto product listing. I don't know about the Cypres, but the Hetre max is also 75, and that is where I keep the rear tire with 10-15 psi less in the front. Dave On Jul 4, 4:28 pm, "S.Cutshall" wrote: > Anyone here know what these tires go to for Max. PSI? > > Thanks- > > -Scott -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Bleriot & Paul Racer brake Question...
I have Racers on my Bleriot, and the mounting bolts are recesssed. I use a set of Sheldon Fender Nuts (available from Riv) instead of the supplied nuts, but the supplied nuts are fine. Dave -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: New Single Speed
I had about talked myself into the SimpleOne, but now looks like we have another year (or at least many months) to anticipate this model. I have been "training" for single speed by leaving the Bleriot in a gear ratio similar to what is available for single speeds. Question for you Quickbeam owners: Can you really "hand shift" between gears if you have a dual cog freewheel like the White Industries duals Riv sells? I assume you are off the bike while doing this, but I'm totally uninformed on this topic. I would welcome comments from enthusiasts about the joy of single speeds and why it is worth the wait for next generation Quickbeam. Hope Grant keeps the prototype "burgandy" color--unique and very classy! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: I know it won't melt, but... (a Riv in the rain)
Other posts mention a saddle cover--so I'll take this opportunity to report that the Aardvark saddle cover seems to be water proof and fits even the B-67 and B-68 saddles (I have both). Jim Thill mentioned this in a post several months back. The Aardvark even covers enough of the bottom of my B-68 to provide some road spray protection of the saddle underside. Using this cover with a saddle bag is no problem, and I've never had the cover come loose. I wouldn't try turning a water hose on it, but it sure beats the plastic bags I once used and looks nice besides. Be sure and get the larger of the two sizes (can't remember if it's called "large" or "regular," but don't get the "small"). This cover is always in my saddle bag just in case. Last time I checked, the Aardvark covers were available from Hiawatha Cycles and VeloOrange. p.s. I know the other folks are right, but I can't help wiping my Bleriot down after a wet ride because I'm a little anal about it and don't like water spots and road grime on my baby. I pay particular attention to the bottom bracket/crank set area. Despite my efforts, I still see a little surface rust showing up on the cage of my FD. Dave Norfolk, VA --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Grip King grease port
Hi Jay, What kind of grease gun do you have that would fit in a "very small hole" in the dust cover? The only ones I know about are made to fit on a metal nipple like the ones once used on automobile suspension components (shows my age!). I think you can also buy grease in a plastic tube with a long tapered plastic end that you could cut off at the desired diameter. Is it possible that the 4 small indents in the dust covers are there so you can insert some kind of tool (like snap ring pliers) into the indents and turn the dust cover out? I tried prying the cover off using a small screw driver in the notch in the pedal body, but the notch is not deep enough to allow you to get under the cover. I have seen these plastic MKS dust covers for sale on the internet--but can't remember where. My Grip Kings are sitting on the work bench because one of the bearings failed after about a year of use. I noticed this while I had the pedals off the bike to install studs as described in a recent Riv Reader. Has anyone managed to replace bearings in these pedals, or know if it is possible to obtain the replacement bearings? I called Riv about this, and the person I talked to wasn't sure. If I can figure out how to do it, I would try the lube trick before I junk these things. Thanks for your post! Dave Norfolk, VA --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Crank arm length on Bleriot
Hi Colin, You didn't say how long you have had your Bleriot or if you have experience with any other Riv bikes. I assume the Bleriot is fairly new and your first experience with low bottom brackets. My past (and brief) experience with bikes in my adult life was with high BB mountain or hybrid bikes, so the low BB design favored by Riv did take a little getting used to. I also ride a 59 Bleriot with the Riv standard Surgino XD2 triple crank and Tange 113 bottom bracket. My cranks are 175mm, even longer than yours. I started out with Grip King pedals, chosen partly because of their design that is narrower in the middle and therefore less likely to stike. I still managed to scrape a pedal twice on my first ride when doing low speed 180 degree turns, but I soon learned what not to do and now I don't even think about it. After a year on the Bleriot, I haven't had a pedal strike since the first month of street riding. A bearing failed on my left Grip King about 3 months ago, so I switched to the Wellgo MG-1. Although this is a wider pedal than the Grip King, I have not had a pedal strike with the MG-1's. If you keep having problems, you might try the Grips Kings--but I think you will soon learn to ride strike free with almost any pedal given a little experience and care. Happy trails, Dave Gist Norfolk, VA --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Nigel Smythe or?
I bought the Baggins LIttler Loafer because it matched the Kevin's Bag already mounted on my Brooks honey-colored saddle. I recently added a Baggins Big Loafer to fill out the matching set. While I'm sure the Nigel Smyth bags have a quality edge and are well worth the money, I'm very happy with the overall quality and workmanship of the Baggins products. These bags will shed light rain for awhile, but will eventually soak through. I personally like the subtle look of the Baggins canvass bags and don't care for the leather covered seams or the tweed--but it's all a matter of your personal taste. Dave Gist Norfolk, VA --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: leather saddle rain cover
I did the the NYC Five Borough tour on my Bleriot using a trusty plastic shopping bag on the seat. The Brooks was the only dry thing on the bike (or me) by the finish. Sorry I missed you, but I did chat briefly with someone on an Atlantis. I might look into that Aardvark if it will work with B-67 & 68 models. Dave --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
