[RBW] Re: Bike Trainer Thoughts

[Jayme Frye]

Trainer thoughts.
I use mine year round.  For me, the ability to perform specific intervals 
at prescribed HR or power works great when building and maintaining 
fitness. I moved to a full on smart trainer last year (Kickr Snap) from a 
good but basic fluid trainer (Kinetic RR). Using the Snap and one of the 
many apps (Zwift, Trainer Road, Rouvy, Sufferfest) with ERG and Sim modes 
where it adjusts and holds resistance levels helps with eliminate the 
monotony of steady state riding. My tips get a good fan, good tunes, and 
terry wrist bands and headband to keep the sweat off the bike.
See you on Zwift

Jayme 

On Saturday, December 30, 2017 at 1:29:16 PM UTC-6, Jonathan D. wrote:
>
> I’m not sure if this is off-topic. I would use the trainer with a 
> Rivendell bike. I’m considering getting a bike trainer and wondering if 
> anybody has experience with one. I have a kid and sometimes it’s hard to 
> really go out for a long ride. Sometimes might be generous. Besides my bike 
> commute it is hard to ever go out riding. I also like the idea of a Zwift 
> compatible trainer. I also worry this will be an item that just sits in the 
> basement and I never use. But mostly for the winter when my kid doesn’t 
> enjoy biking in the rain.

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[RBW] Re: Silver cranks came today

[Jayme Frye]

I could switch the WI over to 2x with new rings but mostly I wanted to own 
these beauties from Riv. As for moving from 1x to 2x I have found that I 
prefer a high cadence and smaller steps between gears. The 2x will allow me 
to stay in a narrow 95 to 100 rpm window AND have low gearing for loaded 
touring. 
Cheers

Jayme 

On Tuesday, March 28, 2017 at 10:48:19 AM UTC-5, Belopsky wrote:
>
> Why replace the WI with this, just wondering>?
>
> On Tuesday, March 28, 2017 at 10:47:05 AM UTC-4, Jayme Frye wrote:
>>
>> New Riv Silver crankset came today. I quite like the finish; just the 
>> right amount shine for my taste. These will be going on my FAtalantis 
>> replacing the White Industries 1X setup. 
>> Cheers 
>>
>> Jayme
>>
>>
>> <https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-G5g16FqFWqo/WNp3DvhLisI/LFI/ierxLTPOEjcMK3gCi9YJzIbeZVgnn_tSACLcB/s1600/IMG_4101.JPG>
>>  
>>
>>
>> <https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-SEcFkIuqibY/WNp3BHSbxxI/LFE/XD4fdxe4Qa0rgXztacatlUKU2lBPhF_TACLcB/s1600/IMG_4102.JPG>
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[RBW] Silver cranks came today

[Jayme Frye]

New Riv Silver crankset came today. I quite like the finish; just the right 
amount shine for my taste. These will be going on my FAtalantis replacing 
the White Industries 1X setup. 
Cheers 

Jayme


 



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[RBW] Re: Great Divide Thoughts

[Jayme Frye]

So happy this topic has surfaced. I too am planning to ride a GDMBR section 
(most of section 3, Rawlins, WY to Silverthorne, CO) this summer/fall. Top 
of my list of things to figure out is what bike is most suitable for the 
terrain. I was thinking I would need to build a new ride capable of running 
3" rubber to deal with rough sections. After hearing from Deacon that it is 
99% dirt road I wonder if my Atlantis with RTP's or maybe Thunder Burts 
would get the job done.

Jayme 

On Saturday, January 7, 2017 at 9:50:43 PM UTC-6, John Rinker wrote:
>
> Planning to ride my Hunq along the Great Divide late Summer into Fall. My 
> current set-up has the albatross bar, but I'm looking to switch them out 
> for either Bosco bullmoose or bullmoose. I don't have experience with 
> either, but am looking for something that will handle well on rough trail. 
> One issue I have with the albas when taking bigger hits on singletrack is 
> their tendency to drop due to the leverage of my hands. I figure either of 
> the bullmoose bars will eradicate this. Any thoughts appreciated.
>
> Cheers, John 
>

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[RBW] Re: Wife asked me to go on a 2 week bike tour, help!!

[Jayme Frye]

What does she have for a ride? Will you outfit her with a nice fat tire 
steed like your FATlantis or new Crust? Although I have yet to due an epic 
tour with my wife we have worked up to some sub 24 trips now that she has a 
bike she is comfortable with. It took several tries before she found the 
right fit. This thanks to a women owned and run bike shop. 

Jayme

On Wednesday, June 22, 2016 at 2:21:20 PM UTC-5, Mark Reimer wrote:
>
> A few years back I built up a new bike for my wife as a surprise. It was a 
> Surly Cross Check with Jack brown 33.3 tires, Nitto Albatross bars, a small 
> wald basket, ladies Brook's B17, etc. Very classy build. Black frame, all 
> silver parts. I was hoping a nice, well fitting comfortable bike would 
> promote more riding together, which it has to a degree. We've done a few 
> longer rides together and last summer did our first overnighter, which she 
> loved. She's always said that long distance touring probably isn't her 
> thing, but after we've completed a couple motorcycle tours and backcountry 
> hiking trips together it seems she's developed the urge to transition to 
> bicycles... maybe all my cycling adventures have inspired some 
> self-propelled wanderlust too, who knows. 
>
> Point is, we're sitting on the couch earlier in the week and she says "I 
> want to take two weeks off next summer and go on a cycling tour with you".
>
> I felt like I was electrocuted! That's basically my dream. 
>
> So here's my questions. I'm well aware of the fact that what I like to do 
> on a tour isn't what a lot of other people would like to do. I look for 
> single track and dirt roads, don't mind rough terrain and not showering for 
> a week. I like doing 100-200km in a day. I love the idea of spending five 
> hours climbing a mountain and then screaming down the other side as fast as 
> I can possibly go. 
>
> If we did that, I don't think she'd ever tour with me again... 
>
> For those of you who've toured with your spouse, or with friends who 
> aren't as nutty as you in general, what worked? What advice do you have for 
> daily distance, elevation, road surface, etc? I know this will be highly 
> individual and vary widely based on personal preferences, age, appetite for 
> adventure, budgets, etc. For reference, my wife Cindy has done some 100km 
> rides and enjoyed them, but I think that would be a bit much for day after 
> day mileage. She likes gravel roads, but not trails. Enjoys hiking up 
> mountains, but is nervous to attempt cycling up one. She's always been hard 
> on the brakes all the way down any hill, but she's since acquired her 
> motorcycle license, so all that 100km/h time in the saddle is sure to help 
> alleviate the fear of speed. 
>
>
> Thus far the best idea we've come up with together is going to 
> Newfoundland and touring the western edge. It's a 450km one-way ride that 
> crosses Gros Morne National Park, where we would stop to hike for a day or 
> two. 450km isn't enough distance for 2 weeks in my opinion. I'd like 
> something closer to 750. That way we can have some 100km days, some 30km 
> days, a few rest days, etc. So maybe doing this 450km route plus something 
> extra. Camping mostly, with a hostel/B every 4-5 days to stay fresh, 
> mentally and physically. I think it'd have a nice mix of rolling coastal 
> roads with light traffic, no high-mountain passes but still some climbing, 
> and some good spots to stop for a day.
>
> Any advice is welcomed!
>

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[RBW] Re: I'm in on the Fat-Lantis club

[Jayme Frye]

Details on the build and anncillory bike packing equip.
26"wheeled 56cm Atlantis (purchased off list member)
RTP tires on mismatch wheelset Shimano hubs
Drivetrain 11-36 10 speed cassette, Deore long cage rear mech, single 42t 
chainring (White Industries 180 crank length), VP-001 pedals and SKF BB
Cockpit NOS Nitto Chromo 120mm stem, Soma Fab Oxford handlebar (flipped), 
NOS Suntour brake levers, NOS Suntour thumb shifter, combo Oury grips and 
Newbaums cloth tape
Cambium seat, Tektro CR720 brakes, Pass and Stow 5 rail rack, and Bagman 
Sport saddlebag support (mounts to saddle rails)
Bags used on this trip are the Sea to Summit Event waterproof compression 
bags (I have had great success with these bags keeping gear dry and 
compressing the bulk to fit into small spaces)

I am considering this a phase 1 build to validate the ride qualities and 
utility of an all road 26" supple tire bike. If I find this to be something 
I want to take further I will be looking to build a better wheelset with 
Dyno hub. First few outings have been primarily pavement (couple of 
commutes to work and this pictured camping trip). One note from camping 
trip, one section of county highway had rumble strips cut into the narrow 
(est. width 4 foot) shoulder. Many riders in the group had issues either 
trying to use only the smooth section of shoulder I rolled right through 
the rumble strips with no significant handling issues. :-D 
Hope to get some serious gravel miles in in the coming week.
Cheers

Jayme



On Tuesday, June 7, 2016 at 9:38:31 AM UTC-5, Jayme Frye wrote:
>
>
>
>
> Joined the FATlantis movement.
>
>
> <https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-l-adlHyij3E/V1bcJRYTvaI/KsY/40NP8Bc27Tw9k38PbnF36MZNV0XMNxFtwCLcB/s1600/IMG_3558.JPG>
>
>
> <https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-GpsY_jq9tTE/V1bcTYtRIlI/Ksg/GOX0R29kuwQOy7H7W93dveQSOaRCPo6XgCLcB/s1600/IMG_3565.JPG>
>
>
> <https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Z5GMZRKwr-o/V1bb4l3aCtI/KsQ/7vaEcYuXom8n1DZZ95O9gZ0m6sryuhy8ACLcB/s1600/IMG_3523.JPG>
>
>
>  
>
> On Saturday, April 2, 2016 at 3:38:41 PM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote:
>>
>> Since I'm using my Appaloosa as my camping bike, my Atlantis got kind of 
>> demoted to the humiliating state of "really heavy road bike".  That's not 
>> good enough, so I pulled her fenders, and re-shod her with some 29x2.0" 
>> knobbies.  Please don't hate me that the sidewalls say "Cannondale" on 
>> them.  They are hand-me-downs from my Mountain Bike Racing Team.  Now the 
>> Atlantis is looking stripped down, bad-ass, and butch.  If you wanted a 
>> nice steel rim-brake monstercross bike, this would not be a bad way to do 
>> it.  It should be fun for some summer trail riding.  
>>
>> FAT-Lantis2 <https://www.flickr.com/photos/45758191@N04/26102304722/>
>>
>> Bill Lindsay
>> El Cerrito, CA
>>
>

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[RBW] Re: I'm in on the Fat-Lantis club

[Jayme Frye]

Joined the FATlantis movement.








 

On Saturday, April 2, 2016 at 3:38:41 PM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote:
>
> Since I'm using my Appaloosa as my camping bike, my Atlantis got kind of 
> demoted to the humiliating state of "really heavy road bike".  That's not 
> good enough, so I pulled her fenders, and re-shod her with some 29x2.0" 
> knobbies.  Please don't hate me that the sidewalls say "Cannondale" on 
> them.  They are hand-me-downs from my Mountain Bike Racing Team.  Now the 
> Atlantis is looking stripped down, bad-ass, and butch.  If you wanted a 
> nice steel rim-brake monstercross bike, this would not be a bad way to do 
> it.  It should be fun for some summer trail riding.  
>
> FAT-Lantis2 
>
> Bill Lindsay
> El Cerrito, CA
>

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[RBW] Re: Stuinniker update

[Jayme Frye]

Shut up and take my money! :-D This bag design is awesome. I would love it 
for my new Fatlantis build (in something other than camao). Great work.

Jayme

On Monday, May 30, 2016 at 11:28:11 AM UTC-5, Clayton wrote:
>
>
>
>
> 
>  The 
> fourth evolution of the Stuinniker front rack top bag. I'm pretty happy 
> with this version. It is smaller, and dedicated to bikepacking, not as a 
> basket bag combo like the previous versions. I made a new dinky snap 
> plate/beam from carbon fiber, so it snaps on and off the rack like the 
> previous versions, but is much more durable 
>   and much lighter. This Stuinniker version weighs less (12 oz) than the 
> previous one (20 oz). I have more photos on Instagram under 
> #DirtDanceDesigns or #StuinnikerBP.It is basically an off road 
> Randonneur bag, which can be rolled down tight on a load, to prevent the 
> rattles and destruction of the contents from bouncing around like a regular 
> randonneur bag. 
>
>
> Clayton (Bend)
>
>
> 
>
>
> 
>  
>
>

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[RBW] Re: Recent Atlantis build highlights

[Jayme Frye]

What's the deal with that SunTour shift lever to  brake lever mount in the 
DSC08234-2 pic? That doesn't look like a Retroshift/Gevenalle mount. Home 
grown?
Cheers

Jayme

On Monday, February 8, 2016 at 8:45:42 AM UTC-6, Gravel & Grind Espresso + 
Bikes wrote:
>
> Nice bits like Paul brakes, levers and post, Nitto lugged stem, King 
> Headset, White Industries wheels laced to Velocity rims, Honjo Fenders, 
> vintage Specialized ‘flag’ cranks and Sun XCD derailleurs.  
>
> No great overall shot yet, we had some fender line issues that needed 
> tweaking but... here is a highlight reel of our recent Atlantis demo bike 
> build.  We have a 51 and a 54 now, as well as a 58 Sam, 59 Clem, 45 
> Clementine and 51 Hunqapillar.  Come test ride one!  
>
> -James,   Co-Owner, Gravel & Grind
> Riv Dealer, amongst other rad things.
> Frederick, MD
>
>
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[RBW] Re: How do you say beausage in Japanese?

[Jayme Frye]

I find this to be truly admirable but nearly impossible for me to practice 
from my Western cultural perspective. Still I try.

HISTORY OF IDEAS - Wabi-sabi
https://youtu.be/QmHLYhxYVjA

On Wednesday, January 27, 2016 at 8:30:20 PM UTC-6, Zed Martinez wrote:
>
> Like Bill, wabi-sabi was the philosophy I knew of and work to embrace 
> more. Nothing lasts, nothing is finished, nothing is perfect.
>
> On Wednesday, January 27, 2016 at 7:19:13 PM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote:
>>
>> I would not call it a direct translation to Japanese, but the Japanese 
>> world view that I think of as consistent with beausage is "wabi sabi".  
>>
>> 侘寂
>>
>>
>>
>> On Wednesday, January 27, 2016 at 4:02:20 PM UTC-8, alan lavine wrote:
>>>
>>> From todays NY Times food section:
>>>
>>> http://nyti.ms/1RIDcS6 
>>> 
>>>   
>>>
>>> Read the second paragraph.
>>>
>>> Alan
>>>
>>

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[RBW] WTT 80 cm Nitto Dirt Drop Stem for 100cm

[Jayme Frye]

Anyone have a 100 cm Dirt Drop they would trade for the 80 cm version? Stem 
is in good condition with minimal wear marks. I can provide pics if you are 
interested in a trade.
Cheers

Jayme

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[RBW] Re: Rivet Saddles

[Jayme Frye]

Not seeing anything on the website about trial saddles. Maybe this service 
has been discontinued. :-(

Jayme 

On Saturday, October 24, 2015 at 5:12:01 PM UTC-5, Ron Mc wrote:
>
> Debra will sell you any saddle for a $35 trial.  You can buy a trial right 
> online.  After two months or so, you either pay the balance or send it back 
> to her.  
>
> On Saturday, October 24, 2015 at 5:10:32 PM UTC-5, Ron Mc wrote:
>>
>> I have a Diablo on my go-fast and it will stay there.  They rounder than 
>> Brooks and generally feel harder, but they work quite well.  Others have 
>> posted that B17 was too narrow for them, and Pearl was a perfect fit. 
>>
>> On Saturday, October 24, 2015 at 4:17:33 PM UTC-5, Deacon Patrick wrote:
>>>
>>> I love mine. Diablos on both: Hunqapillar and Quickbeam.
>>>
>>> With abandon,
>>> Patrick
>>>
>>> On Saturday, October 24, 2015 at 2:20:04 PM UTC-6, Daniel Jackson wrote:

 Anybody have any experience with them? Thoughts? 

 Thanks,
 D.

>>>

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[RBW] Re: FS: 56 Atlantis

[Jayme Frye]

Sent a PM

On Tuesday, September 8, 2015 at 7:18:55 AM UTC-5, Pondero wrote:
>
> Thanks, Tony. For me the Atlantis is slightly on the too large side, and 
> is my best bike for a only tiny percentage of my applications.  My next 
> project should fit better in my stable.
>
> That said, the 56 Atlantis should prove to be a perfect "all road enduro" 
> bike for someone.  After yesterday's ride, I considered putting drops on it 
> and keeping it.
>
> Chris Johnson
> Sanger, Texas
>

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[RBW] Re: Advice and suggestions for custom dirt/pavement allrounder?

[Jayme Frye]

Oh man Mike those bikes are the bomb! The Mathews I find especially drool 
worthy. I want a build like that in the worst way. So disappointed that I 
can't get a fatter tire like a Quasi Moto to squeeze between the chainstays 
of my Rawland Stag. If you ever want to sell ... ;-)
Cheers

Jayme 

On Monday, June 8, 2015 at 11:26:17 PM UTC-5, Mike Schiller wrote:

 Yea.. sounds like you want a custom... but 29er wheels 65mm wide. on a 
 road type bike... I see problems.. wide Q factor, toe overlap issues.  I've 
 tried this and  couldn't make it work.  I ended up with 700x46 max to make 
 it work.  My  58cm Bantam   
 https://www.flickr.com/photos/37347002@N05/16715645353/in/dateposted-public/

 My 59 cm Matthews is 650B and will fit 54 mm wide tires with low Q and no 
 toe overlap on my size 46 shoes.  
 https://www.flickr.com/photos/37347002@N05/13227807945/in/album-72157634847568447/

 So you either go MTB geometry like a Fargo but lighter tubing  or maybe  a 
 roadish 650B with 60mm tires.  

 ~mike 
 Carlsbad Ca.




  

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[RBW] Re: Dirty Kanza

[Jayme Frye]

Tony,
@ DK when the road was rideable after the long B road section I felt the 
Cazaderos performed admirably. They shed mud well and I never experienced 
an unexpected loss of traction. Also, no flats. I ran them tubeless on 
Pacenti SL23 650b rims @ 35 psi front and 45 psi rear.
Also, see you at Odins in a few weeks. I'm on a blue Rawland Stag with a 
rando style handelbar bag.
Cheers

Jayme

On Tuesday, June 2, 2015 at 10:21:26 PM UTC-5, Tony McG wrote:

 The 40x700 Schwalbe Duremes are pretty good for fair weather DK, but they 
 were less than ideal for the soft muddy spots, so I ordered a set of Soma 
 Cazaderos last night for the Oden's Revenge at the end of the month.  My 
 traveling partner, Guitar Ted, built a set of 650b+ wheels for his Fargo, 
 and he was pretty happy with the way his bike performed.

 My Paul's Touring Canti brakes caught a lot of mud and grass while walking 
 through the muddy section, but I saw disc braked and fat bikes having just 
 as much trouble as I did.  The fat bikes were picking up mud by the pound 
 and dumping it on the drive train; I can't imaging how many rear 
 derailleurs were ruined in the first 15 miles.


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[RBW] Re: BQ to publish study of pedal retention usefulness in Summer issue

[Jayme Frye]

Received my summer issue of BQ. I am disappointed with the published 
test. Not that the test does not support my position but that it was a 
seat-of-the-pants test. I was expecting/hoping for power outputs, VO2 
charts, lactate threshold kinds of data. This is what I would expect from 
the BQ crew given all the rigor applied to tire testing. 

Jayme

On Friday, May 15, 2015 at 9:23:53 AM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote:

 Doubtless of interest to RBW listers. Quoted from the Compass blog for 
 those who don't read it or BQ.

 I'll be very interested myself, as someone hitherto convinced that 
 retention is a great help. If tests show that retention doesn't help, I'd 
 probably still keep retention on my fixed gears, for safety, and because 
 they do undoubtedly allow pulling up for more torque when climbing steep 
 hills, but would undoubtedly switch to platforms for my off road derailleur 
 bike.














 *Jayme Frye says:May 15, 2015 at 6:27 amI was with you up until SPD 
 clipless pedals. I am not convinced there is any need for retention systems 
 outside the ultra competitive world of pro cycling (primarily sprints). 
 Perhaps you could use your testing methods on the claims that pedal 
 retention systems are more efficient and allow the rider to produce more 
 power by pulling up. That would make for a great BQ article.CheersReplyJan 
 Heine, Editor, Bicycle Quarterly says:May 15, 2015 at 6:55 amWe did test 
 this. It’s in the Summer issue, which will come out soon…Reply*

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[RBW] Re: Alternative to Noddle Handlebars

[Jayme Frye]

Gonna give the VO Rando Bars and Nitto Dirt a serious look. I'll post my 
thoughts back to this thread.

Jayme 

On Monday, June 1, 2015 at 9:41:57 AM UTC-5, Jayme Frye wrote:

 Bent my Noodle bars in a crash and must replace. Part replacement always 
 stirs thoughts of what else is available that I might like. The things I 
 like about the Noodle bars are the long flat ramps behind the hoods as a 
 hand position and the flair of the drops. From the more must be better 
 school of thought does anyone know of a bar with a bit flatter/longer ramps 
 and more flair at the drops? 

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[RBW] Re: Dirty Kanza

[Jayme Frye]

How did the 50 fun ride work out for you? ;-D Special thanks go to DK 
organizers for putting everyone through the crucible of mud regardless of 
their chosen distance. I've never completed a bike race where my upper body 
was more tired than my legs. My training plan did not prepare me for 
carrying my handlebar bag rando bike several miles through sticky mud.
I made it to CP 1 for the Half Pint before throwing in the muddy towel. 
Mostly because I twisted my knee badly early on and although I wasn't in 
pain on the bike any further walking was not gonna be possible. I will 
return.

Jayme

On Thursday, May 28, 2015 at 10:36:43 AM UTC-5, Wildcat96 wrote:

 I chickened out last minute and will be doing the 50 mile Fun Ride this 
 year.  Sounds like it's going to be a mudfest!  I'll be riding my Sage 
 Green Sam.  If anyone from this list is going and wants to hook up, my cell 
 is 913-406-5830.

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[RBW] Alternative to Noddle Handlebars

[Jayme Frye]

Bent my Noodle bars in a crash and must replace. Part replacement always 
stirs thoughts of what else is available that I might like. The things I 
like about the Noodle bars are the long flat ramps behind the hoods as a 
hand position and the flair of the drops. From the more must be better 
school of thought does anyone know of a bar with a bit flatter/longer ramps 
and more flair at the drops? 

Jayme

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[RBW] Re: So is it the pedals or is it the shoes that count?

[Jayme Frye]

Someone mentioned here or on I-Bob with regard to shoes for platform pedals 
using track and field throwing or shot put shoes. Having retired a pair of 
5 Ten Dirt Bag shoes I took a chance on a pair of reasonably priced Asics 
throwing shows ($45.00). The guy at the shoe store was a bit suspicious of 
a skinny 40 something trying on shot put shoes. :-) The shoes have a smooth 
outsole that is grippy enough on VP-01 pedals. The toe box is wider that 
typical athletic shoes and they are effectively zero drop. They are not 
minimalist though and the outsole is firm and does not flex easily. The 
plus to this is pedaling in an extreme foot forward position (arch over 
pedal spindle) is comfortable. 

Jayme 

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.


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[RBW] Re: Stems for Sale (Nitto Tech, Nitto Dirt Drop, Specialized)

[Jayme Frye]

FYI: Link to pics seems to be private and can't be viewed without a Yahoo 
login.

Cheers
Jayme

On Monday, April 20, 2015 at 9:02:25 AM UTC-5, RDS wrote:

 A few extra stems for sale.  I installed them with various bars on 
 different bikes while trying to dial in fit.  I know for a fact that I have 
 not ridden with the Specialized or the Nitto Tech while riding.  I cannot 
 remember if I ever rode with the drip drops installed or not.  So, all of 
 them should be in good shape.  All of them are 22.2 for the size that fits 
 in the steerer tube.  I am not exactly sure on how to measure stems, so 
 forgive any ignorance.  I tried to provide 1 pic from the very bottom of 
 the base of the stem and then one from the min insertion point.  Feel free 
 to request more pics if needed.  These will ship from Georgia.  Make offer 
 if interested.

 Nitto Dirt Drop 10 ( i think it is the 10 and not the 8; see pics if that 
 will help clarify the size).  Clamp size is 26.  

 Nitto Technomic: 25.4 Clamp Size

 Specialized: Clamp size 26.  This stem has a hole in it for what I assume 
 is for a cable.

 Stems_For_Sale https://www.flickr.com/photos/131884606@N02/?


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[RBW] Re: FT - Looking for Noodles and SA saddle

[Jayme Frye]

Any idea if the Midge will accept bar end shifters?
Cheers

Jayme

On Wednesday, January 28, 2015 at 12:32:58 AM UTC-6, stonehog wrote:

 Updated list below - A few items left, now with prices (includes 
 shipping).  Pay pal preferred.  Still interested in trades if you have 
 Noodles or GB bars or Frogs...

 On Sunday, January 25, 2015 at 10:26:53 PM UTC-8, stonehog wrote:

 I have a few items that I would put forth as a trade offer (local would 
 be best - Seattle, WA).  I'm interested in Nitto Noodles in good shape: 
 42cm, 44cm, 46cm.  Would also take Gran Bois Maes Parallel bars.  I'm also 
 interested in a Selle Anatomica saddle.  Ideally it would still have life 
 left in it.  Don't care too much about color as long as it's red, burgundy, 
 natural, brown, or black :)  Would also love another set of Speedplay 
 Frogs...

 I have the following to offer in trade:

 Brooks B17 Special - Green (GONE)
 Brooks B17 Blue - (GONE)
 MKS Urban Step-in pedals (like new) - platform/Time ATAC dual purpose 
 ($30)
 Shimano A530 SPD pedals (very good) - platform/SPD dual purpose ($30)
 Nitto Moustache Bar - 26.0 - original (GONE)
 On-One Midge dirt drops (very good) - ($30)
 VO Tourist bar (GONE)
 Nitto flat bar on Nitto quill stem (good but worn) - from Miyata 
 Ridge-Runner '88 - cool bar and stem - shows age and wear, but solid ($30)
 GranBois Cypres 700x30mm (GONE)

 Most of this is pictured here: https://flic.kr/s/aHsk4rzznt

 If you don't have a trade, make me an offer.  

 Brian Hanson
 Seattle, WA
 Bike Blog http://www.stonehog.com
  


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[RBW] WTB 80mm Nitto DirtDrop Stem or Periscopa

[Jayme Frye]

Anyone have a 80mm DirtDrop or Periscopa languishing in there parts bin 
that they are willing to part with?
Cheers

Jayme

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[RBW] Re: Eat Bacon Don't Bonk?

[Jayme Frye]

I wanted to chime in on this thread after a very disappointing ride this 
weekend. I've been following the EBDJ regimen for about a month. I've 
gotten my carb intake per day down to the 20 to 25 grams, fat intake is in 
the 150 to 175 range and protein 55 to 75 grams per day. Net caloric intake 
per day seems to be coming out around 1500; a 500 calorie deficit each day. 
I have dropped 3.5 pounds so far (168.3 to 164.8) and percent body fat (as 
registered by FitBit scale so take with grain of salt) is down to 13.5%. 
During this time my exercise has been combination of very brisk walking two 
to three times per week (15 min/mile pace) for 5 to 7 miles at a time. Some 
strenuous hiking 6 to 8 miles. Sporadic HIIT sprints on the fluid trainer 
and also sporadic strength training. Too cold here for any distance outside 
on the bike until this weekend when it got into the 50's. So I took the 
opportunity to pack camping gear and head out with my riding buddies for 
100 mile round trip S24HO. I started the day with coffee and heavy cream. 
greek full fat yogurt with heavy cream, coconut flakes and chia seeds. For 
the first 20 miles I felt strong and then stomach cramps and nausea hit me. 
A burger (no bun) with bacon and cheese at lunch stop did not improve the 
situation. At around mile 45 with 5 or so to camp we made a final stop to 
top off water for camp and I broke down and had a Pepsi (my buddies had 
beers). The Pepsi (possibly placebo effect) did bolster my spirits for the 
final push to camp. 
Dinner for me was a large egg, 4 oz pork sausage and 4 oz cheddar cheese. I 
again cheated with a 1 cup of a buddies mac and cheese. 
Breakfast consisted of 3 eggs (dehydrated egg crystals) four strips of 
bacon, coffee and a tablespoon of TJ ghee. The ride back was stomach issue 
free but I had no energy and my pace was much slower than I am used to. I 
ultimately pulled the plug after 40 miles and called for a ride home. 
Lots of variables here that surely have contributing effects. My main take 
away is that this isn't some sort of formula for transforming you into an 
elite athlete overnight and I need to adjust my expectations and probably 
most critical adjust my calorie intake and exercise regime.   
I plan to stick with EBDJ looking for a good balance that will work for me.
Cheers
Jayme

On Saturday, January 10, 2015 at 3:42:04 PM UTC-6, Tim wrote:

 I'm curious what low carbers do for long rides? I rode 100k today on my 
 sixth day of eating like Grant. Id be happy to exchange ideas off list to 
 keep this thread from getting crazy. On-list could be lively too.  I'm 
 especially interested to hear from you, Patrick (you've probably mentioned 
 a ketogenic diet more than most, and I also always like what you have to 
 say) but definitely would like to hear others' experience too. The more the 
 merrier. You can get me at:   tim@yahoo.com javascript: 



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[RBW] Re: Shoe Recommendations for VP Thin Gripsters (or Grip Kings)

[Jayme Frye]

Some really good recommendations. I'm intrigued by the Evolv shoes 
particularly for summer. Any suggestions for cold/wet weather riding? 
Jayme  

On Monday, November 17, 2014 8:17:16 AM UTC-6, Surlyprof wrote:

 I've been using sneakers by Puma or Clarks when riding my Hillborne with 
 either a set of MKS Grip Kings or VP Thin Gripster pedals (which I highly 
 recommend!).  My feet sometimes ache after a long ride in squishy shoes. 
  Has anyone found a stiffer soled shoe that they like with sneaker pedals?

 Thanks,
 John


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[RBW] Re: Shoe Recommendations for VP Thin Gripsters (or Grip Kings)

[Jayme Frye]

I really like the grip from fiveten's (http://fiveten.com/) Stealth rubber 
soles. I ride the heck out of a pair of Drit Bag low. I only wish they made 
a shoe that looked a little less like a skate shoe or early '90s tennis 
shoe.

Jayme

On Monday, November 17, 2014 8:17:16 AM UTC-6, Surlyprof wrote:

 I've been using sneakers by Puma or Clarks when riding my Hillborne with 
 either a set of MKS Grip Kings or VP Thin Gripster pedals (which I highly 
 recommend!).  My feet sometimes ache after a long ride in squishy shoes. 
  Has anyone found a stiffer soled shoe that they like with sneaker pedals?

 Thanks,
 John


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[RBW] Re: Dyno light recommendation

[Jayme Frye]

+1 on the BM lights already mentioned. I run the Luxos U on my 
camping/commuting bike for the USB charging and the tiny but super bright 
Eyc on my go fast gravel race bike. Both lights perform fabulously.
Cheers

Jayme 

On Tuesday, September 23, 2014 10:09:21 PM UTC-5, DS wrote:

 Getting my first dyno hub and light. Looking for advice on a light to go 
 with. Peter White's page is super helpful, but looking to get some feedback 
 from some real world usage as well. Considering the Eyc and the Luxos B 
 that Rivendell sell. Anyone have these that can comment? My thought is the 
 Eyc is cheaper, and I really don't ride at night very often. But as it is 
 starting to get dark earlier, I definitely want the option to take the bike 
 out in the evening and like the idea of a dyno light that is permanently 
 attached and no batteries. Type of night riding will be a combination of 
 city streets, and occasional rides through more dimly lit neighborhoods and 
 occasional dark country roads (If you're in the bay area, think oakland 
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[RBW] Re: FS: Pauls Racers, Swift Industries Ozette, AWOL Comp frame+ xtras, ACW mugs back in too.

[Jayme Frye]

What is the size of the AWOL?

On Thursday, August 28, 2014 1:27:33 PM UTC-5, jinxed wrote:

 Life has been busy, and I've backlogged a bunch of stuff I need to get rid 
 of. It's all not dumb stuff.

 LINK TO ALL PICS 
 https://www.flickr.com/photos/42027576@N00/sets/72157621914514982/

 Specialized AWOL Comp frame, fork, seat post, headset for $650 shipped. I 
 am willing to include the Avid BB7 Road SL brakes, Bars, Stem, 105 10sp 
 shifters, and FSA Crank/BB as a package for $1000 shipped. I purchased this 
 new, rode it 3 times, and decided I'd rather keep my MTB instead of running 
 this rigid with my 2.1 knobbies. Fits huge tires, has lots of rack mounts, 
 3 bottle mounts, Reynolds tubing, etc etc. (Bar tape was temporary, but I 
 have a new package of blue OR black corkish I'll include)

 Swift Industries Ozette large rando bag. $175. AWESOME bag. I cannot rave 
 enough about it. It has changed my biking habits. I am only selling this 
 one because I have another on order. Excellent condition. A little dust, 
 and marks inside from carrying loads. Small spots on inside of top flap 
 from rubbing my stem. TSBC pin included because it's good juju. (If I can 
 find it, I'll include the shoulder strap)

 Pauls Racer brake set. $165 Everything pictured. Small marks from cables 
 and mounting. Nice and clean.

 Wool Top. $30 Purchased at Rivendell. Mens Small (quite). I'm 5'8 @ 
 150lbs and it's snug. I wore it as a base layer a couple times. Good 
 garment just not using it.

 Also, for those inquiring, ACW mugs are back in stock.

 PLEASE: Contact me off list. US lower 48 only. Paypal works best. Don't 
 say you'll take it then disappear.

 Thanks!
 Brad

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[RBW] Re: Un-racer compact crankset question.

[Jayme Frye]

I'm very fond of a Wide-Low arrangement and run a 40-26 chainring with a 
12-27. I have also experimented with 13-28 and 11-25 and have found the 
12-27 is a good fit for me (over 40 crowd), the terrain I ride (rolling 
gravel roads of the Midwest) and the people I ride with (non racers). I'm 
able to push the big ring 80% of the time even on the rollers and generally 
only need the bailout when I get deep into 100+ mile day or the grade 
and/or lack of traction require it. 
Cheers
Jayme Frye

On Thursday, August 14, 2014 12:06:27 AM UTC-5, lungimsam wrote:

 Where are you supposed to cruise on your front rings and rear cassette if 
 you have a cc? In the big ring while in the middle of the cassette?

 If so, then according to the Sheldon calculator, based on my cruising area 
 of my XD2 triple/9-speed cassette setup's gear inches, I would need a 30/42 
 compact crankset to cruise in the middle area of the big ring of a cc and 
 then use the 30 ring for me little gears. Staying in the big one would 
 minimize front shifting, too. I don't need more than 100 inches, so 42 x 11 
 would be fine as my big inches combo. I don't think I would spin out of it.

 Is this how I should do it? Just wundrin' if I ever want to give it a try. 
 I had a used bike once with a 34-50/ 12-28 (I think)  that didn't work well 
 because I had to live on the small ring, and still didn't have anything 
 small enough for the steep stuff.

 Where do you cruise in your cc setup?


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[RBW] Re: WTB: Front lowrider rack

[Jayme Frye]

I have a nearly new (used for one camping trip in 2013). I also have the 
Tubus clamps to mount on a fork without mid-blade braze-on. Plus I'm 
close(ish) to you in Omaha. PM me of you are interested and I can send you 
pics.
Cheers. 

On Tuesday, January 28, 2014 3:44:59 PM UTC-6, Tim Gavin wrote:

 Somewhat similar to the discussion of using the Sam Hillborne as a tourer, 
 I'd like to try out some heavier-loaded touring on my Riv Road.  

 I picked up some nice, used panniers but I'd like to try them in a 
 front-lowrider mount.  Does anyone have a pannier-compatible front rack 
 they could part with?  I prefer steel, I prefer silver finish (but black is 
 acceptable).

 Similar to the Tubus Tara
 ,

 or the Nitto Big Front 34F. 


 I plan to mount it with clamps, either P-clamps or the Tubus mid-blade 
 adapter clamps.  

 My Road Standard has thicker gauge 531 fork blades, so these clamps should 
 work fine so long as they're well padded.  Currently, I have the M1 Mark's 
 Rack mounted with padded P-clamps, and it works well.

 Thanks,
 Tim Gavin
 Cedar Rapids, IA


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[RBW] Re: Bar end Silver Shifters + Campy 9 Speed drivetrain

[Jayme Frye]

Sweet! Thanks for the knowledge. Time to place a Riv order. 
Cheers

On Tuesday, January 14, 2014 11:04:43 AM UTC-6, Jayme Frye wrote:

 I'm looking at repurposing a 9 speed Campy Veloce long cage rear der and 
 Campy cassette on a build using bar end Silver Shifters. Anyone have 
 experience with a similar setup? How well does this shift? Any gotchas I 
 should lookout for?
 Thanks

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[RBW] Bar end Silver Shifters + Campy 9 Speed drivetrain

[Jayme Frye]

I'm looking at repurposing a 9 speed Campy Veloce long cage rear der and 
Campy cassette on a build using bar end Silver Shifters. Anyone have 
experience with a similar setup? How well does this shift? Any gotchas I 
should lookout for?
Thanks

Jayme Frye
 

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[RBW] Re: DIY 40-26 questions

[Jayme Frye]

So cool that this topic has come up. I just spec'd 40/26 with 12-23 9 speed 
cassette for my new Rawland Stag build. I've never used this combo before 
but came to this decision based on Grant's comments and some soul 
searching. I really monitored what gearing I regularly use on the same 
route using a compact double 48/34 and the same 12-23 cassette. Even with 
this the 48 ring kept me in the larger three rear cogs at the cadence I 
want to sustain for 30+ miles. Using the gear calc tool here (
http://home.earthlink.net/~mike.sherman/shift.html?R0=26R1=40R2=NaNC0=12C1=13C2=14C3=15C4=16C5=17C6=19C7=21C8=23C9=999C10=999CAS=0WI=13CR=170RT=1ST=0RPM=90SRT=0lRPM=60hRMP=100G=showS=yesTITLE=Xd2HL=1)
  
I compared various combinations until I found one that gets me closer to 
the middle of the cassette on the big ring pushing between 70 and 80 gear 
inches at 80-90 RPM.

Jayme

On Wednesday, June 19, 2013 2:21:23 PM UTC-5, Jay in Tel Aviv wrote:

 I'm intrigued by Grant's idea of 40-26 front gearing for my Sam Hillborne, 
 but Riv is out of their wide-low cranks and there's actually nothing wrong 
 with Sugino triple that's on there now. So I was wondering if it would be 
 possible to just replace the middle ring with a 40, and either replace the 
 outer ring with a bash guard or just leave it as is. Would the Tiagra 
 triple derailler I have on there work well with this configuration? 
 Obviously I could reset the limit screw to restrict its range to the inner 
 and middle rings. But could I also lower the mounting position to match the 
 middle ring? Or would the outer ring be in the way?

 If it works, this would be a neat way to try out wide-low gearing for the 
 price of 1 chain ring. Thoughts?

 Jay




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[RBW] Re: 5-10 shoes and sticky soles

[Jayme Frye]

Update now that I have had a chance to ride with the 5-10's on VP pedals. 
Big thumbs up so far. The combination of the sticky rubber of the shoe and 
the pins on the pedal give a super solid feel during all types of pedaling 
e.g. cruising, high cadence, out of the saddle, and climbing. 
Highly recommend this combination for all aspiring un-racers. 

On Tuesday, May 28, 2013 3:23:22 PM UTC-5, Jayme Frye wrote:

 How serendipitous. I just received a pair of 5-10 Dirtbag lows prior to 
 the three day weekend. And after a 50 miler on Sunday on MKS GR 9 pedals 
 declare them a success. 
 I have tried three diff cleat/shoe combinations (SPD, Look/Keo, BeBop) and 
 they all left me cold. For maximum comfort during long days in the saddle 
 it seems self evident that moving your feet fore and aft as well as 
 twisting heel in and out is necessary, making fixed position cleated shoes 
 the least comfortable option.
 The next step for me is adding the VP platforms from Riv (should arrive 
 Wed.)   

 On Tuesday, May 28, 2013 12:29:55 PM UTC-5, bwphoto wrote:

 I've been testing 5-10 shoes in the process of making a better connection 
 between my feet and the pedals. After testing three I settled on the new 
 Freerider VXi, I just posted a review of the shoes I tested and the 
 performance of the Stealth soles., Here's the link: 
 http://www.ridingsteel.com/getting-sticky-with-shoes/2013/05/



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[RBW] Re: FS: 59cm Bleriot Frame/Fork/HS/BB/etc.

[Jayme Frye]

Pics Please. :-)

On Wednesday, February 27, 2013 3:58:53 PM UTC-6, colinthehippie wrote:

 For your consideration, one much loved 59cm Bleriot in typical condition 
 (photos available upon request).  Includes a Campognolo headset, dirty 
 bottom bracket, and Dia-Compe centerpull brakes (if you want em - I 
 recommend em).  Scratches / dings here and there, but otherwise every bit 
 the grand frame it's purported to be.  I have moved on to less gears (one 
 to be exact).

 I hate to part with it, so in honor of the best tire size in the world, 
 I'll start at $650 plus actual shipping, probably $60-$75 in the contiguous 
 US.  Great bike.

 Also have some Albatross bars and a Wald basket or two.  Email me off list 
 if you want something like that.

 Cheers,

 Colin Cummings
 Amarillo, TX


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