[RBW] Re: WTB: Hunqapillar 54 / 56 cm

[John M]

I'm not Johnny but I used to have a 54 cm Hunqapillar in green and here's 
an assortment of pictures from tours in New Mexico and Colorado-- mostly 
the Great Divide Mountain  Bike route.  
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1jT4glIHwK2Ox5C8Eigq2Gcxa08MT_ARE?usp=sharing

Its a great bike!

On Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 2:57:16 PM UTC-6 J J wrote:

> Hey Johnny, do you have any pics of your Hunq to share? Would love to see 
> some. (I hope this message is on this thread...?)
>
> On Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 12:11:28 PM UTC-4 johnny@gmail.com wrote:
>
>> Good luck Max. I was on the same quest when an amazing person from this 
>> group, Matthew Williams, saw one and let me know about it. I posted here 
>> every ~6 months letting folks know I was still looking and it took a few 
>> years to find one in my size, but it did happen eventually. It's a cool 
>> bike, for sure.
>>
>> On Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 5:44:41 AM UTC-7 Max S wrote:
>>
>>> Test-rode one over a decade ago at BBB, shoulda bought it then. Maybe 
>>> someone's ready to pass theirs on to another good home?.. (Ideally just a 
>>> frameset)
>>>
>>> - Max "coulda shoulda woulda try againa" in A2
>>>
>>

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[RBW] Re: WTB-- size large washers for CX70 cantilevers

[John M]

Washers found.  Thanks everyone!

On Monday, October 3, 2022 at 7:37:21 AM UTC-6 John M wrote:

> That's a good idea Mark.  I had my CX70s on a Hunqapillar and the medium 
> washers were the right fit on that bike-- which suggests that Rivendell 
> probably did not use the large washers much at all.  They are nice brakes 
> but you need to make sure you keep the pivot/bushing well oiled because 
> they will corrode and become gritty or useless.  
>
> john
>
>
>
> On Sunday, October 2, 2022 at 11:51:14 PM UTC-6 M Talley wrote:
>
>> I've wondered  if a shop that historically installed a lot of these would 
>> have a stock of the varied sizes leftover as stored parts. Rivendell 
>> probably built quite a few bikes with them and if they didn't always use a 
>> single size . . .? 
>> I have a set of these brakes with no spares and figured I'd ask there 
>> first. Haven't asked - haven't installed the brakes on any bike yet.
>> Mark
>>
>> On Sunday, October 2, 2022 at 6:56:18 PM UTC-4 John M wrote:
>>
>>> Very true Garth.  I'm not unwilling to kluge a solution together, and 
>>> was about to do that very thing, but thought I'd see if someone has these 
>>> sitting unused in a bin somewhere.  
>>>
>>> On Sunday, October 2, 2022 at 3:42:14 PM UTC-6 Garth wrote:
>>>
>>>> You know you could likely find your own washer "add-ons" at a hardware 
>>>> store. That right, use your existing washers and find a like ID and OD 
>>>> washer to those. Stack as many as you need for the extra 4mm, or more, or 
>>>> less. I'm all for using what you got when possible ! 
>>>>
>>>> On Sunday, October 2, 2022 at 5:09:10 PM UTC-4 John M wrote:
>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>> Probably a long shot, but anyone hording bits and pieces from Shimano 
>>>>> CX70 cantilevers?  I've got the brakes, but need to swap out the medium 
>>>>> (14mm) washers for large (18mm) to fit a new frame. The CX50 version is 
>>>>> available, but I'm trying to keep everything matchy-matchy.  
>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>> thanks!!
>>>>>
>>>>> john 
>>>>>
>>>>> Silver City, NM
>>>>>
>>>>

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[RBW] Re: WTB-- size large washers for CX70 cantilevers

[John M]

That's a good idea Mark.  I had my CX70s on a Hunqapillar and the medium 
washers were the right fit on that bike-- which suggests that Rivendell 
probably did not use the large washers much at all.  They are nice brakes 
but you need to make sure you keep the pivot/bushing well oiled because 
they will corrode and become gritty or useless.  

john



On Sunday, October 2, 2022 at 11:51:14 PM UTC-6 M Talley wrote:

> I've wondered  if a shop that historically installed a lot of these would 
> have a stock of the varied sizes leftover as stored parts. Rivendell 
> probably built quite a few bikes with them and if they didn't always use a 
> single size . . .? 
> I have a set of these brakes with no spares and figured I'd ask there 
> first. Haven't asked - haven't installed the brakes on any bike yet.
> Mark
>
> On Sunday, October 2, 2022 at 6:56:18 PM UTC-4 John M wrote:
>
>> Very true Garth.  I'm not unwilling to kluge a solution together, and was 
>> about to do that very thing, but thought I'd see if someone has these 
>> sitting unused in a bin somewhere.  
>>
>> On Sunday, October 2, 2022 at 3:42:14 PM UTC-6 Garth wrote:
>>
>>> You know you could likely find your own washer "add-ons" at a hardware 
>>> store. That right, use your existing washers and find a like ID and OD 
>>> washer to those. Stack as many as you need for the extra 4mm, or more, or 
>>> less. I'm all for using what you got when possible ! 
>>>
>>> On Sunday, October 2, 2022 at 5:09:10 PM UTC-4 John M wrote:
>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> Probably a long shot, but anyone hording bits and pieces from Shimano 
>>>> CX70 cantilevers?  I've got the brakes, but need to swap out the medium 
>>>> (14mm) washers for large (18mm) to fit a new frame. The CX50 version is 
>>>> available, but I'm trying to keep everything matchy-matchy.  
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> thanks!!
>>>>
>>>> john 
>>>>
>>>> Silver City, NM
>>>>
>>>

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[RBW] Re: WTB-- size large washers for CX70 cantilevers

[John M]

Very true Garth.  I'm not unwilling to kluge a solution together, and was 
about to do that very thing, but thought I'd see if someone has these 
sitting unused in a bin somewhere.  

On Sunday, October 2, 2022 at 3:42:14 PM UTC-6 Garth wrote:

> You know you could likely find your own washer "add-ons" at a hardware 
> store. That right, use your existing washers and find a like ID and OD 
> washer to those. Stack as many as you need for the extra 4mm, or more, or 
> less. I'm all for using what you got when possible ! 
>
> On Sunday, October 2, 2022 at 5:09:10 PM UTC-4 John M wrote:
>
>>
>>
>> Probably a long shot, but anyone hording bits and pieces from Shimano 
>> CX70 cantilevers?  I've got the brakes, but need to swap out the medium 
>> (14mm) washers for large (18mm) to fit a new frame. The CX50 version is 
>> available, but I'm trying to keep everything matchy-matchy.  
>>
>>
>> thanks!!
>>
>> john 
>>
>> Silver City, NM
>>
>

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[RBW] WTB-- size large washers for CX70 cantilevers

[John M]

Probably a long shot, but anyone hording bits and pieces from Shimano CX70 
cantilevers?  I've got the brakes, but need to swap out the medium (14mm) 
washers for large (18mm) to fit a new frame. The CX50 version is available, 
but I'm trying to keep everything matchy-matchy.  


thanks!!

john 

Silver City, NM

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Re: [RBW] Ride Report: Hunqapillar on Monumental Loop

[John M]

Great ride report Erl.   You picked a good burrito stop in Hatch!  

On Friday, April 1, 2022 at 9:25:38 AM UTC-6 Patrick Moore wrote:

> Lovely photos. I was going to say " despite the barren landscape" but then 
> read your Instagram remark. Still, it is barren compared to Southern 
> England, heck, even compared to the high ABQ desert, but like all deserts 
> it has a beauty of its own.
>
> From the rugged trails, 45 miles per day seems a lot.
>
> Thanks for sharing.
>
> On Fri, Apr 1, 2022 at 7:32 AM WETH  wrote:
>
>> I spent a few days with a friend exploring Las Cruces, NM and the 
>> northern half of the Monument Loop 2.0 (
>> https://bikepacking.com/routes/monumental-loop/).  I rode my Hunqapillar 
>> and found it equal to the task.  The Monumental Loop contains paved roads, 
>> paved bike paths, gravel paths, dirt roads of varying quality, single 
>> track, and sections of hike-a-bike trails.  I find the desert therapeutic, 
>> especially in early spring!  The camping spots we found were beautiful and 
>> remote. We divided the northern half of the loop into three 45ish mile 
>> days, which was the perfect pace at which to enjoy the scenery, to eat 
>> meals in a few of towns we passed through, and to insure remote camping 
>> spots.  
>>
>> Photo of the Hunqapillar here: 
>> https://erlhouston.smugmug.com/Family/2022/Monumental-Loop--March/i-JwThrQ3/A
>>
>> More highlight photos of the trip here on Instagram:
>>
>> https://www.instagram.com/p/CbuahSlu6FA/?utm_medium=copy_link
>>
>> https://www.instagram.com/p/CbxCEBbuTbw/?utm_medium=copy_link
>>
>> All the photos from the trip here on SmugMug:
>>
>> https://erlhouston.smugmug.com/Family/2022/Monumental-Loop--March
>>
>> Hoping everyone can enjoy their favorite type of riding in 2022!
>>
>> Erl
>>
>> Kensington, MD
>>
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[RBW] Re: For Sale: wheels, tires, nitto, Sugino

[John M]

Private message sent for brake levers and thunderburts.

thanks,
John



On Friday, August 20, 2021 at 4:34:30 AM UTC-6 jeffbog...@hotmail.com wrote:

> Wheels:
>
> 700c 32/32 LX hubs / Synergy rims built by Rich Lesnik - $225
>
> 700c 36/36 XT hubs / Mavic A719 rims - $125
>
> Tires:
>
> (2) new Panaracer Pacenti 650x38 tires (gravelking casing/tread) - $45 / 
> pair
>
> (2) new Schwalbe Thunder Burt 700x2.1 tires - $55 / pair
>
> (2) used Jack Brown Blue 700x33.3 tires - $35 / pair
>
> (2) used Schwalbe Marathon Mondial folding kevlar tires - $45 / pair
>
> Misc:
>
> 46cm heat treat Nitto Noodle cockpit w/ Shimano Levers, 10cm tallux - $95
>
> Sugino XD triple 175, 46/36/28 - $45
>
> Campy Champ Triple front derailleur - $15
>
> Cycloving 3 bearing pedals - $10
>
> Shimano BL-r400 brake levers - $10
>
> Dual Leg kickstand - $10
>
> Additional pictures available, I didn't want to clog up the group by 
> posting them here. Please send PM for interest, thanks for looking.
>
> Jeff (Alabama)
>

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[RBW] Re: FS: Bikes on eBay, CraigsLIst, and Other Sites

[John M]

>
> Nice looking (and big!) Riv custom at the Pro's Closet:
>

https://www.theproscloset.com/products/rivendell-roadeo-xl

 

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[RBW] Re: For sale: Nitto racks, Nitto and Clockwork Stems, Silver Shifters

[John M]

Shifters are sold (thanks James!).

Only the stems remain:

*Clockwork custom quill stem.  *31.8 clamp diameter, removable faceplate, 
80mm extension and some upward angle (20 degrees?).  Bought from a list 
member who had it built for his Hunqapillar and Jones Bar combination.  
Think of it as a chromed (and cheaper!) version of Riv’s new “Faceplater” 
stems.  Good condition.  Some  scratches and signs of wear on the chrome 
and small amount of rusting in the clamp area.  $65 shipped.

*Nitto Pearl quill stem.*  Fair condition—some scratches and dings from 
use.   100mm extension and 25.4 clamp diameter.  This seems like an older 
version with lovely knurling on the two bolts and a disc “plug” instead of 
the typical wedge to expand the stem in the steering tube.  $40 + shipping.


On Thursday, February 4, 2021 at 4:10:25 PM UTC-7 John M wrote:

>
> Quick update.  Both racks are now sold (thanks Jared and Dave!).  Items 
> remaining:
>
> Photos here:  PHOTOS! 
> <https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1mObvTwdyu_fHLUBW3iFsepmG45RxfqQJ?usp=sharing>
>
>  *Silver Shifters v1*.  Excellent condition.  Used on the Hunq for about 
> year before switching over to bar-ends.  $40 shipped.
>
> *Clockwork custom quill stem.  *31.8 clamp diameter, removable faceplate, 
> 80mm extension and some upward angle (20 degrees?).  Bought from a list 
> member who had it built for his Hunqapillar and Jones Bar combination.  
> Think of it as a chromed (and cheaper!) version of Riv’s new “Faceplater” 
> stems.  Good condition.  Some  scratches and signs of wear on the chrome 
> and small amount of rusting in the clamp area.  $65 shipped.
>
> *Nitto Pearl quill stem.*  Fair condition—some scratches and dings from 
> use.   100mm extension and 25.4 clamp diameter.  This seems like an older 
> version with lovely knurling on the two bolts and a disc “plug” instead of 
> the typical wedge to expand the stem in the steering tube.  $40 + shipping.
>
>
>
>
> On Thursday, February 4, 2021 at 2:44:43 PM UTC-7 duh...@gmail.com wrote:
>
>> Interested in R-14, will direct message as well.
>>
>> Jared
>>
>> On Thursday, February 4, 2021 at 11:59:38 AM UTC-8 John M wrote:
>>
>>> I recently “re-homed” my Hunqapillar frameset and need to sell off some 
>>> parts before my innate urge to hoard overwhelms my latent good sense.  
>>> Paypal friends and family is preferred.  Thanks!
>>>
>>> Photos here:  PHOTOS! 
>>> <https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1mObvTwdyu_fHLUBW3iFsepmG45RxfqQJ?usp=sharing>
>>>
>>>  *Silver Shifters v1*.  Excellent condition.  Used on the Hunq for 
>>> about year before switching over to bar-ends.  $40 shipped.
>>>
>>> *Clockwork custom quill stem.  *31.8 clamp diameter, removable 
>>> faceplate, 80mm extension and some upward angle (20 degrees?).  Bought from 
>>> a list member who had it built for his Hunqapillar and Jones Bar 
>>> combination.  Think of it as a chromed (and cheaper!) version of Riv’s new 
>>> “Faceplater” stems.  Good condition.  Some  scratches and signs of wear on 
>>> the chrome and small amount of rusting in the clamp area.  $65 shipped.
>>>
>>> *Nitto Pearl quill stem.*  Fair condition—some scratches and dings from 
>>> use.   100mm extension and 25.4 clamp diameter.  This seems like an older 
>>> version with lovely knurling on the two bolts and a disc “plug” instead of 
>>> the typical wedge to expand the stem in the steering tube.  $40 + shipping.
>>>
>>> *Nitto Mini Front Rack 32F.*  Good condition.  This is a small front 
>>> rack that mounts to fork braze-ons (or “P-clamps”) and through the fork 
>>> crown.  As seen here:  
>>> https://www.rivbike.com/collections/racks/products/nitto-mini-front-rack-32f-20020.
>>>   
>>> This version has the front light mount.  $85 shipped.
>>>
>>> *Nitto R-14 Rear Rack.*  Good condition.  Long rack struts are 
>>> approximately 34cm while the shorts are about 13cm and bent.  This was 
>>> attached to my 54cm Hunqapillar frame using the upper and mid seat-stay 
>>> mounts and cleared the 2.25 knobby tire I was using.  $95  shipped.
>>>
>>>
>>> Thanks for looking!
>>>
>>> John
>>>
>>>
>>>

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[RBW] Re: For sale: Nitto racks, Nitto and Clockwork Stems, Silver Shifters

[John M]

Quick update.  Both racks are now sold (thanks Jared and Dave!).  Items 
remaining:

Photos here:  PHOTOS! 
<https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1mObvTwdyu_fHLUBW3iFsepmG45RxfqQJ?usp=sharing>

 *Silver Shifters v1*.  Excellent condition.  Used on the Hunq for about 
year before switching over to bar-ends.  $40 shipped.

*Clockwork custom quill stem.  *31.8 clamp diameter, removable faceplate, 
80mm extension and some upward angle (20 degrees?).  Bought from a list 
member who had it built for his Hunqapillar and Jones Bar combination.  
Think of it as a chromed (and cheaper!) version of Riv’s new “Faceplater” 
stems.  Good condition.  Some  scratches and signs of wear on the chrome 
and small amount of rusting in the clamp area.  $65 shipped.

*Nitto Pearl quill stem.*  Fair condition—some scratches and dings from 
use.   100mm extension and 25.4 clamp diameter.  This seems like an older 
version with lovely knurling on the two bolts and a disc “plug” instead of 
the typical wedge to expand the stem in the steering tube.  $40 + shipping.




On Thursday, February 4, 2021 at 2:44:43 PM UTC-7 duh...@gmail.com wrote:

> Interested in R-14, will direct message as well.
>
> Jared
>
> On Thursday, February 4, 2021 at 11:59:38 AM UTC-8 John M wrote:
>
>> I recently “re-homed” my Hunqapillar frameset and need to sell off some 
>> parts before my innate urge to hoard overwhelms my latent good sense.  
>> Paypal friends and family is preferred.  Thanks!
>>
>> Photos here:  PHOTOS! 
>> <https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1mObvTwdyu_fHLUBW3iFsepmG45RxfqQJ?usp=sharing>
>>
>>  *Silver Shifters v1*.  Excellent condition.  Used on the Hunq for about 
>> year before switching over to bar-ends.  $40 shipped.
>>
>> *Clockwork custom quill stem.  *31.8 clamp diameter, removable 
>> faceplate, 80mm extension and some upward angle (20 degrees?).  Bought from 
>> a list member who had it built for his Hunqapillar and Jones Bar 
>> combination.  Think of it as a chromed (and cheaper!) version of Riv’s new 
>> “Faceplater” stems.  Good condition.  Some  scratches and signs of wear on 
>> the chrome and small amount of rusting in the clamp area.  $65 shipped.
>>
>> *Nitto Pearl quill stem.*  Fair condition—some scratches and dings from 
>> use.   100mm extension and 25.4 clamp diameter.  This seems like an older 
>> version with lovely knurling on the two bolts and a disc “plug” instead of 
>> the typical wedge to expand the stem in the steering tube.  $40 + shipping.
>>
>> *Nitto Mini Front Rack 32F.*  Good condition.  This is a small front 
>> rack that mounts to fork braze-ons (or “P-clamps”) and through the fork 
>> crown.  As seen here:  
>> https://www.rivbike.com/collections/racks/products/nitto-mini-front-rack-32f-20020.
>>   
>> This version has the front light mount.  $85 shipped.
>>
>> *Nitto R-14 Rear Rack.*  Good condition.  Long rack struts are 
>> approximately 34cm while the shorts are about 13cm and bent.  This was 
>> attached to my 54cm Hunqapillar frame using the upper and mid seat-stay 
>> mounts and cleared the 2.25 knobby tire I was using.  $95  shipped.
>>
>>
>> Thanks for looking!
>>
>> John
>>
>>
>>

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[RBW] For sale: Nitto racks, Nitto and Clockwork Stems, Silver Shifters

[John M]

I recently “re-homed” my Hunqapillar frameset and need to sell off some 
parts before my innate urge to hoard overwhelms my latent good sense.  
Paypal friends and family is preferred.  Thanks!

Photos here:  PHOTOS! 


 *Silver Shifters v1*.  Excellent condition.  Used on the Hunq for about 
year before switching over to bar-ends.  $40 shipped.

*Clockwork custom quill stem.  *31.8 clamp diameter, removable faceplate, 
80mm extension and some upward angle (20 degrees?).  Bought from a list 
member who had it built for his Hunqapillar and Jones Bar combination.  
Think of it as a chromed (and cheaper!) version of Riv’s new “Faceplater” 
stems.  Good condition.  Some  scratches and signs of wear on the chrome 
and small amount of rusting in the clamp area.  $65 shipped.

*Nitto Pearl quill stem.*  Fair condition—some scratches and dings from 
use.   100mm extension and 25.4 clamp diameter.  This seems like an older 
version with lovely knurling on the two bolts and a disc “plug” instead of 
the typical wedge to expand the stem in the steering tube.  $40 + shipping.

*Nitto Mini Front Rack 32F.*  Good condition.  This is a small front rack 
that mounts to fork braze-ons (or “P-clamps”) and through the fork crown.  
As seen here:  
https://www.rivbike.com/collections/racks/products/nitto-mini-front-rack-32f-20020.
  
This version has the front light mount.  $85 shipped.

*Nitto R-14 Rear Rack.*  Good condition.  Long rack struts are 
approximately 34cm while the shorts are about 13cm and bent.  This was 
attached to my 54cm Hunqapillar frame using the upper and mid seat-stay 
mounts and cleared the 2.25 knobby tire I was using.  $95  shipped.


Thanks for looking!

John


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[RBW] Re: daily post ur riv

[John M]

>
> First S24O of 2020.  12 miles out to the national forest on the 
> Hunqapillar.  Cold night!  
>


 

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[RBW] WTB: Revelate Tangle or similar 1/2 frame bag

[John M]

Hi Folks,

I'm planning a long weekend tour on my Hunqapillar and would like to add 
just a bit more storage.  Anyone have a half frame bag collecting dust and 
in need of some fresh air and sunshine?  

Bike is pictured below-- I'm thinking it needs a medium Tangle, but am open 
to whatever might work (I have a Carradice Nelson for the saddle that will 
be making the tour-- looking for something to fit in the frame).  

Thanks!

John,  in sunny southern New Mexico.



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[RBW] Re: Big 'Un, and flooding, minor

[John M]

Patrick,

My best guess is a Sonoran gopher snake.  They can mimic the tail rattling 
of rattlesnakes but are non-venomous.
http://nmherpsociety.org/reptiles/snakes/pituophiscateniferaffinis/index.html


Surprised the Rio Grande is that high!


john (down here in Silver City)







On Friday, May 17, 2019 at 5:08:33 PM UTC-6, Patrick Moore wrote:
>
> I photographically cut the head off this big rattler -- I assume it's a 
> rattler; I know nothing about snakes. I pulled off Corrales road onto the 
> adjacent ditch road and slammed on the brakes, as this bigfella was slowly 
> crossing in front of me. I courteously insisted he go first.
>
> 4' long.
>
> With exceptionally generous rain -- for a city that gets an east-to-west 
> average of 9"/year -- the river was running at 2X its normal flow -- this 
> was 2 weeks ago; maybe more now; and this is before the snowmelt runoff. 
> Flooding in the lowlying areas adjacent to the river as I road a nice 23 
> mile out 'n' back along the Corrales acequia roads.
>
> Patrick Moore, in balmy but windy ABQ, NM
>
> -- 
>
>
>
>
> **
>
>
>
>
>
> *Still 'round the corner there may waitA new road or a secret gate,And 
> though we pass them by today,Tomorrow we may come this wayAnd take the 
> hidden paths that runTowards the Moon or to the Sun.*
> --- J.R.R. Tolkien
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Re: [RBW] daily post ur riv

[John M]

Photo op from today's snowy and cold ride up to Pinos Altos, NM which lies 
right on the Continental Divide.  



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Re: [RBW] Re: daily post ur riv

[John M]

*"Where in NM?*"

I'm in Silver City (where Rivs are more common than you might think).


john



On Saturday, February 2, 2019 at 5:02:48 PM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote:
>
> Where in NM?
>
> On Sat, Feb 2, 2019 at 4:19 PM John M > 
> wrote:
>
>>
>> Hunqapillar from this morning's ride in sunny southern New Mexico
>>
>> [image: airport bike.jpg]
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>
>
>
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> though we pass them by today,Tomorrow we may come this wayAnd take the 
> hidden paths that runTowards the Moon or to the Sun.*
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[RBW] Re: Slightly OT: Route 66

[John M]

If you plan to stay a night or two in Santa Fe then I can recommend the 
'rail-trail' that heads south from the historic Santa Fe depot to the town 
of Lamy.  Mix of paved multi-use path and hardpack dirt.  

http://brokenspokesantafe.com/trails/  Lots of other good suggestions on 
the link--  Rail Trail description is at the bottom of the page.  


Two restaurant suggestions in Santa Fe:
https://fireandhopsgastropub.com/
http://www.lachozasf.com/-- located right on the bike path


Have a great trip!





On Thursday, July 19, 2018 at 2:01:55 PM UTC-6, masmojo wrote:
>
> My son & I are a few days away from a road trip to the West Coast. We are 
> taking our bikes & my plan is to do some riding!!!
> Heading out of Dallas I plan on hitting Palo Duro Canyon, Santa Fe, 
> Sadona, gradually making our way up to the Fresno area & then a few days in 
> the bay area. Including Repack, Rivendell, etc.
> On the way back we might come back via Reno & Colorado way?
> My question is; does anybody have a recommendations for trails, or routes?
> Ideally 15 miles trail or 20 miles road without excessive climbing (unless 
> the view is really worth it!). We are doing this real loosey goosey,  but 
> generally the plan is drive to town, get hotel, sleep, wakeup, ride then 
> pack up & go to next destination. Riding is more of an excuse to site see 
> then serious biking.
> Ideas?

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[RBW] Re: People and places and thoughts...

[John M]

Scott Cutshall, aka Large Fella on a Bike 



Loved the story, loved the "weigh-ins", loved the Frame 
Builder Questionnaire.   

https://www.flickr.com/photos/30264143@N00/7186277294/






On Sunday, April 22, 2018 at 7:10:33 AM UTC-6, Bob Lovejoy wrote:
>
> I keep links to people and places and things, though I know they may have 
> been quiet for awhile, even quite awhile.  Keeping the links seems 
> important though, bread crumbs in their way, back to times, back to wild 
> yet simple thoughts and times and choices and doing.
>
> Anyway, in my morning ramblings, I found that Kent Peterson, a hero in my 
> way of thinking of heroes, had updated his blog with a poem subtitled "a 
> rant for Grant".  And so it is...  I know some people know of Kent and will 
> appreciate not only the words but the re-finding...
>
> http://kentsbike.blogspot.com
>
>
> http://www.thebicyclestory.com/2010/11/kent-peterson-issaquahs-favorite-car-free-ultra-long-distance-racing-techie-turned-mechanic/
>
> Anyone else have news of people not heard from for awhile but valued, 
> remembered and looked for nevertheless?
>
> Bob Lovejoy
> Galesburg, IL
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[RBW] Re: FS - Gauging Interest - Bikes, Frames, Parts

[John M]

Jason,

Sent you a private message about the protovelo.  

john





On Wednesday, January 31, 2018 at 4:44:04 PM UTC-7, jandrews_nyc wrote:
>
> Hello 
>
> I am in a position where I need to sell some bikes and bike things that 
> I've built and ridden over the years. I will keep my beloved 1st gen 
> Hillborne.
>
> I can provide clear photos of any item someone may be interested in before 
> the weekend.
>
> My intention is to sell a lot of items at reasonable discounted prices 
> rather than try to maximize what I can get for each piece.  I would much 
> prefer for some of these parts to be used by an enthusiast from this list.
>
> I have ridden my bikes.  Touring.. through mud & dirt.. commuting to work, 
> etc.  They haven't been babied, but they have never been neglected or 
> abused/wrecked.
>
>
> Currently some of the framesets are built up so I'm somewhat flexible if 
> someone would be interested in a complete bike 
>
> All prices do not include shipping, and that could get pricey so we'd need 
> to discuss best methods for shipping.
>
> I'm in the Hudson Valley of New York 
>
> I would rely on a bike shop to handle the frame (or bike) shipping.
>
> I have lots of other parts I'll be adding in the coming days
>
> Please let me know if you have questions about any of these pieces.
>
> Thank you
>
> Jason 
>
>
>
> FRAMES
>
>- [$650] - 58cm Simpleone frameset with rare cream head tube - plenty 
>of paint nicks and some scrapes along the top tube from resting against 
>street signs but frame true and straight. Never wrecked - (Not currently 
>built up) - has BB * headset that was shipped with it from Riv.
>
>
>- [$700] - 58cm ORANGE Quickbeam frameset - less nicks and scrapes 
>than the Simpleone , but some.
>
>
>- [$600] - 57.5cm PROTOVELO frameset - Rivendell blue - Unsure what 
>this was a prototype for...maybe related to Rodeo or Rodini? It's a 
>relatively thin tube road bike that I have set up for riding fast. It's 
> got 
>a Hillborne head-tube lug but a Homer Hilsen bottom bracket shell. I think 
>it has a narrow Rodeo fork. Weirdest thing is the rear brake is long 
> reach, 
>front is for short reach. I purchased appropriate brakes for front and 
> back 
>and the bike fits jack browns with fenders., very excellent shape, ..one 
>fingernail size chip in the paint on the downtube from it being in my bike 
>carrier on the car.
>
>
>- [$950] - 55cm Clementine complete bike in BLACK. Totally stock with 
>the exception of adding the Wald Basket for Bosco bars. -- Basically 
>unridden except for a test ride.  Excellent shape.
>
> WHEELS
>
>- [$400] - 3-piece wheel set for Simpleone or Quickbeam - Very special 
>wheel set made by Anthony King at Longleaf. I built my Simpleone up as a 
>multispeed bike by adding a bolt-on derailleur hanger and associated bits 
>and used a different rear wheel with a Suntour 14-34 5-speed freewheel.
>- Front wheel - Paul High Flange 32h FRONT High Polish w/ Quick 
>   Release Option - Velocity Synergy 700C 32H Silver - Wheelsmith DB14 
>   2.0/1.7/2.0 Silver Spoke w/ Silver Brass Nipples
>   - Rear wheel 1 - Paul High Flange 32h REAR High Polish w/ Quick 
>   Release Option - Velocity Synergy 700C 32H Silver - Wheelsmith DB14 
>   2.0/1.7/2.0 Silver Spoke w/ Silver Brass Nipples
>   - Rear wheel 2 - Paul High Flange 32h REAR Jono Hub (built for 
>   120mm spacing) - High Polish w/ Quick Release Option - Velocity Synergy 
>   700C 32H Silver - Wheelsmith DB14 2.0/1.7/2.0 Silver Spoke w/ Silver 
> Brass 
>   Nipples
>  - The Jono allows one to put a multi-speed freewheel on. 
>   Currently there is a very nice, cleaned and lubed Suntour 5-speed 
>  freewheel on the wheel.
>  - *All three of these wheels have very little use.*
>   
>
>- [$125] - Quickbeam wheel set - budget 
>   - Front and Rear Mavic Open Pro laced to Origin8/Formula 
>   high-flange hubs , 32H - White Industries Blue 16t Freewheel
>   - Lots of use and lots left.
>
>
>- [$350] - Protovelo wheel set
>   - Also built by Anthony King at Longleaf - Also , very light use on 
>   this wheel set
>   - IRD Cadence Rims (28-hole) - rear is offset , White Industries 
>   T11 front & rear hubs in polished silver, Wheelsmith spokes 
>
>
> OTHER THINGS
>
>- [$250] - White Industries VBC mountain crankset (170mm) - Silver 
>arms - Black 44-t outer, and Black 28-t inner, White Industries Chainring 
>bolts - very little use
>- [$125] - Phil Wood Titanium Bottom Bracket 68/73mm - 113mm with 5mm 
>right-hand offset (adjustable) w/ anodized alloy British cups - very 
> little 
>use
>- TA Sirus chainrings (Very little use) - mounted to vintage Sugino AT 
>arms . 50/34
>- [$200] - SRAM Apex mini groupset- Black  (minimal use)  - Rear 
>Derailleur, Front Derailleur, Brifters 

[RBW] Re: What if the answer is knobbies on the QB?

[John M]

Deacon,

I grew up in Alamosa, Colorado and rode my grandfathers ancient Schwinn 
during the winters.  Alamosa probably gets less snow than your area, but 
back then the roads would get icy in November and stay that way until 
March.  I rode the old Schwinn with 27x1.25 tires and a fixed gear.  I was 
young and agile and it worked great!  Fixed gear riding allows a surprising 
level of control over speed and balance and can save you when your brakes 
decide to freeze solid.  Two decades later I spent a few winters in 
Jackson, WY and commuted by bike.  I upgraded to Nokian A10 studded tires 
(700x32 I think) on my Jamis Coda and used a fixed gear there too.Those 
tires and the fixed gear made for an almost pleasant 6 mile roundtrip 
winter commute.  If you don't anticipate having to push through unplowed 
snow, I think the Quickbeam and knobby tires will suit you just fine.  


john

 



On Saturday, November 11, 2017 at 7:50:36 PM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote:
>
> The idea of narrower studded tires got me thinking: what if the answer to 
> my winter riding quandary is the Quickbeam (ss, solves drive train in 
> weather issues, plus, it has fenders) is Compasses supple knobbies, the 
> Steilacoom TC. Perhaps this winter I will try the narrow tire (now with 
> knobbies) approach to winter, at least on those freeze the drive train 
> days. Grin. 
>
> With abandon, 
> Patrick 
>
> www.CredoFamily.org 
> www.MindYourHeadCoop.org

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Re: [RBW] OT: know anything about motorcycles?

[John M]

This guy makes a pretty compelling case for the TW200.  
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6AOIwXIz6PI

I completed my safety course on the TW and it is a blast to ride on.



On Friday, September 29, 2017 at 9:56:11 PM UTC-6, iamkeith wrote:
>
> I have no idea why, but I have my eye on a Yamaha TW200.  "Low & slow," 
> lightweight, easy to handle, high floatation tires, seems ideal for 
> exploring without a lot of impact or obnoxiousness.

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Re: [RBW] OT: know anything about motorcycles?

[John M]

Drew,

I caught the motorcycle bug late(ish) in life and bought a 1973 Honda 
CL350.  It's a simple, lightweight motorcycle that was great to learn on.  
Not very fast, but peppy enough for country roads, in-town commuting and 
puttering around forest service roads.  I learned a good deal about basic 
mechanics by owning it-- which is to say, it requires more care and feeding 
than anything modern.  If you go vintage, expect to spend plenty of time 
adjusting valves, carburetors, chain tension, timing, etc.  Every time I 
take it off road I worry about what 40 year old part is gonna break and 
require replacement or fixing.  But, it's a fun machine with a sense of 
style and simplicity that is hard to match in new machines.  There are 
several retro-modern motorcycles that might align with your Riv aesthetic 
and could be bought used in your price range.  Take a look at the Triumph 
Scrambler or maybe even a Royal Enfield.  Both 'legacy' brands that have 
brought modern technology to vintage looking machines.  The previously 
mentioned VStrom is a great recommendation and I'd think the Honda CB500X 
would be a good modern choice too.  Add some more aggressive tires and it 
should do find on gravel.




 

On Friday, September 29, 2017 at 9:10:29 PM UTC-6, drew wrote:
>
> Off road means dirt and gravel roads mostly. Some of the roads haven't 
> been graded in a decade or so and are more trail like than road like but 
> those aren't the norm. 
>
> This is great, keep them coming 
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[RBW] Re: Roadini headbadge

[John M]

I like it!


On Thursday, January 26, 2017 at 11:16:46 PM UTC-7, Daniel D. wrote:
>
> Just having that headbadge on your bike is good for a 200 watt increase in 
> your power.

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[RBW] Re: Great Divide Thoughts

[John M]

John,

You've gotten good advice so far.  I'll reiterate the observation that the 
GDR is 99% dirt road riding.  I'd make my selection of handlebar based on 
comfort for long hours, days and weeks in the saddle, and not the ability 
to sustain "big hits on singletrack". I've ridden chunks of the route in 
Wyoming, Colorado and New Mexico on drop-bar bikes and it worked just 
fine.  The bullmoose bars will eliminate the slippage, but would seem to 
reduce some hand positions, no?   Like you, I've got a Hunqapillar w/ 
albas, but am currently in the process of swapping out the albas for some 
dirt-oriented 
drop bar 
s 
for the riding I do (pavement, dirt roads, easy singletrack).  Anything 
longer than 40 miles and the albas just start to feel hand-position 
limited.  Bullmoose bars would be even worse for me.

I'm in Silver City, NM, which is right on the route.  If I can help with 
end-of-the-line logistics, let me know.  You riding the whole route?



john


On Saturday, January 7, 2017 at 8:50:43 PM UTC-7, 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: Roadini info

[John M]

Not much out there, but here's a discussion from the group, with Grant's 
description:

Roadini Teaser 


On Tuesday, December 6, 2016 at 11:18:33 AM UTC-7, Forrest Meyer wrote:
>
> Where? Thanks. (I know, I'm clueless, but I did look.)
>
>

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[RBW] Re: Poor man's Rivendell Road/Roadeo substitute?

[John M]

Patrick,

I think you alone understand what you are looking for and how best to 
scratch the itch.  However, if I found myself in your position, I might 
give a call to Ken Wallace at the Bisbee Bicycle Brothel 
, in Bisbee Arizona.  He's 
got more vintage frames and bikes than I have ever seen under one roof. 
 Though, they probably won't cost less than a new Matthews custom (does he 
really charge $1200?).  

I'm less than 3 hours from Bisbee and swing through ABQ routinely.  Let me 
know if I can help you spend your money!


john




On Saturday, November 19, 2016 at 3:29:29 PM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote:
>
> If you wanted the signature Rivendell road ride, but couldn't afford 
> another custom or the Roadeo (and didn't want the Ram -- tried one), and if 
> you thought you might look for an old road racing frame from the '70s, what 
> would you look for? 120 mm OL spacing.
>
> After trying out, once again, the S3X hub on the gofast, the hub gear 
> wheel idea being a quick-swap way to adapt this bike to occasional longer 
> and hilly rides, I find that the lash is a deal killer. So I want a frame 
> to build a bike around my AM hub.
>
> I'd probably give any such frame to Chauncey to have him remove unneeded 
> braze-ons (like icky derailleur bosses and hangar), and have him braze on 
> needed ones, like a roller boss at the seat tube junction and a housing 
> stop mid-top tube for the trigger cable housing, and then have it powder 
> coated.
>
> I did have a decent 1973 Motobecane 2nd level Record, and that was close 
> to what I want, but it wasn't cigar level; it didn't handle quite like my 
> Rivs.
>
> (I am tempted to give Chauncey my gofast, and tell him: "Replicate this." 
> But that would be at least $1200 -- cheap at the price, but more than I 
> ought to consider at this point.)
>
> (Wouldn't it be lovely to have a customized Roadeo, 57 for me, without the 
> derailleur bits?)
>
> Ideas?
>
> Thanks.
>
> Patrick Moore, who just again rode the gofast with 95"/71"/59" S3X in 
> windy ABQ, NM
>
> Aside: As I turned north onto Corrales Road on the way to Stevie's, with 
> wind blowing from the south, I shifted into the 95" and bowled along 
> merrily -- until the road turned and the wind quartered and my cadence 
> dropped like a stone. How much better the ASC would be: you could have that 
> downhill and tailwind gear at say 80", and at 90% have a 72" cruising and 
> at 75% a 59" climbing -- though they say that the ASC also had lashings of 
> lash. The AM, with direct + 11.55% and - 12.5% would give one, say, a 70" 
> direct, a 78" high, and a 61" low -- very usable gears, not to mention 
> coasting.
>
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> **
> **
> *The point which is the pivot of the norm is the motionless center of a 
> circumference on the contours of which all conditions, distinctions, and 
> individualities revolve. *Chuang Tzu
>
> *Stat crux dum volvitur orbis.* *(The cross stands motionless while the 
> world revolves.) *Carthusian motto
>
> *It is *we *who change; *He* remains the same.* Eckhart
>
> *Kinei hos eromenon.* (*It moves [all things] as the beloved.) *Aristotle
>
>
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[RBW] Re: FS-- Carradice Longflap (SOLD), SunTour Thumbies and FD (SOLD), Schwalbe Big Apples

[John M]

Saddlebag and Suntour bits have sold.  Schwalbe Big Apples still for sale.


thanks,

john



On Friday, November 11, 2016 at 1:05:21 PM UTC-7, John M wrote:
>
>
>
> Doing a little parts bin and closet clean-out.  Offering up some odds and 
> ends for sale.  All prices are SHIPPED.  Feel free to ask questions.  
>
>
> Carradice Nelson Longflap.  Purchased but never mounted to a saddle. 
>  Green canvas, honey leather.  $80 Shipped.
> Longflap photo 
> <https://www.flickr.com/photos/8375639@N05/30919772745/in/dateposted-public/>
>
> Suntour thumb shifters.  Selling a group of five shifters.  Two fronts, 
> three rears (all 7spd index w/ friction option).   Mixed models, but 1 pair 
> of XC Pros Multi-mounts, one pair without model designation, and a lone 
> rear shifter that seems to be another XC pro Multi-mount.All are used 
> and in fair to good condition.  The metal barrel adjusters are slightly 
> bent on 3 out of 5, but all seem to be interchangeable between models.   
> $30 for the bunch of them.  Shipped.
> Thumb shifters photo 
> <https://www.flickr.com/photos/8375639@N05/22946084487/in/dateposted-public/>
>
> Schwalbe Big Apples, 29x2.35.  RaceGuard & Liteskin version.  Wire bead, 
> reflective sidewall stripe.  These were take-offs from my Hunqapillar, and 
> probably have less than 200 miles on them.  Surprisingly good rolling for 
> such a big, burly tire.  $55 for the pair.  
> Big Apples photo 
> <https://www.flickr.com/photos/8375639@N05/30832132381/in/dateposted-public/>
>
> Suntour XC Pro Front Derailer.  31. 8 Clamp diameter.  Used, but fair 
> condition.  Lacks a clamp bolt.  I'll throw this in free with the purchase 
> of something else on the list.  Otherwise, how about $15 shipped.  
> XC Pro Front Derailer photos 
> <https://www.flickr.com/photos/8375639@N05/30285472434/in/dateposted-public/>
>
>
> Paypal Friends and Family preferred, but contact me and we can arrange 
> other options.
>
>
> thanks,
> john
>
>

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[RBW] FS-- Carradice Longflap, SunTour Thumbies and FD, Schwalbe Big Apples

[John M]

Doing a little parts bin and closet clean-out.  Offering up some odds and 
ends for sale.  All prices are SHIPPED.  Feel free to ask questions.  


Carradice Nelson Longflap.  Purchased but never mounted to a saddle.  Green 
canvas, honey leather.  $80 Shipped.
Longflap photo 


Suntour thumb shifters.  Selling a group of five shifters.  Two fronts, 
three rears (all 7spd index w/ friction option).   Mixed models, but 1 pair 
of XC Pros Multi-mounts, one pair without model designation, and a lone 
rear shifter that seems to be another XC pro Multi-mount.All are used 
and in fair to good condition.  The metal barrel adjusters are slightly 
bent on 3 out of 5, but all seem to be interchangeable between models.   
$30 for the bunch of them.  Shipped.
Thumb shifters photo 


Schwalbe Big Apples, 29x2.35.  RaceGuard & Liteskin version.  Wire bead, 
reflective sidewall stripe.  These were take-offs from my Hunqapillar, and 
probably have less than 200 miles on them.  Surprisingly good rolling for 
such a big, burly tire.  $55 for the pair.  
Big Apples photo 


Suntour XC Pro Front Derailer.  31. 8 Clamp diameter.  Used, but fair 
condition.  Lacks a clamp bolt.  I'll throw this in free with the purchase 
of something else on the list.  Otherwise, how about $15 shipped.  
XC Pro Front Derailer photos 



Paypal Friends and Family preferred, but contact me and we can arrange 
other options.


thanks,
john

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[RBW] Re: Ride Report-- Mini tour of SW New Mexico and SE Arizona

[John M]

Thanks for the all the positive responses everyone.  It was a good and 
challenging trip for me and I'm glad that it resonated with a few of you as 
well.  

I'm not sure about that "recording prohibited" sign.  Guess I never thought 
too much about it.  I assumed the Forest Service was trying to prevent 
playback devices which can be used to located birds or other animals, but 
are generally considered a sort of wildlife harassment.  Maybe they are 
trying to prevent the commercial use of public lands without the 
appropriate permits.  Not sure, really.

The weather was fantastic!  Highs in the upper 70s or mid 80s depending on 
the day and elevation.  Low temps in the 50s.  Had a great lightning storm 
in the Chiricahuas on my last night there with thunder reverberating 
throughout the canyon and only a little rain to keep the night cool.  Winds 
were persistent, but not too bad-- mostly out of the east and southeast 
which actually gave me some assistance up the worst of the hills.


john


On Friday, October 14, 2016 at 12:01:02 AM UTC-6, John M wrote:
>
>
> For years I have wanted to make a bike tour out of the quiet backroads and 
> hidden corners of SW New Mexico where I live.  But a whole litany of 
> excuses, both real and imagined conspired against it—didn’t have the right 
> bike, too hot, too windy, too little water, not enough time, not in good 
> enough shape, not safe to go alone, and on and on and on.  This year I 
> became the new owner of a barely used Hunqapillar and resolved to make it 
> happen.  About a month ago I sketched out a rough plan and started putting 
> touring equipment together.  Last Thursday after spending way too much time 
> agonizing over the final details and packing for my fears instead of my 
> confidence, I locked the front door and soft pedaled through town headed 
> south towards the bootheel of New Mexico, destined for the Chiricahua 
> mountains just over the border in Arizona. 
>
>
> I figured I could do 50 miles per day, with a mix of dirt and 
> pavement—though I haven't had many rides over 15 miles in the last few 
> years.  More worrying than my ability to go the distance was the 
> resupply—mostly of water, but also food.  Water, like towns,  are scarce 
> out here and I planned to pack enough supplies to ride straight through 
> each day without needing to count on uncertain water sources (cattle tanks) 
> or stores that might be out of business or closed for the day.  I spent 4 
> days touring, camping in Forest Service campgrounds or just out in the wide 
> desert on BLM land.  
>
>
> Pictorial highlights here:  Flickr photos 
> <https://www.flickr.com/photos/8375639@N05/albums/72157673725364172/with/30131466572/>
>
>
> Route info here: Plotaroute <https://www.plotaroute.com/route/298220>
>
>
> Other than the Chiricahua mountains which are justifiable famous among 
> bird watchers (Trogons!) and outdoorsy folk, it was wonderfully desolate 
> out there.  Ranch trucks and the Border Patrol were about the only other 
> travelers on the roads.   On one 20 mile stretch of dirt road, I spent 
> three hours spinning away in the small chainring, climbing in and out of 
> small drainages without a car passing me, or even having one in sight.  
>
> The bike did wonderfully—no mechanical failures or tire punctures.  I had 
> converted the Racing Ralphs to tubeless about a month ago to make sure they 
> would be reliable.  I still didn’t trust them completely and rode pretty 
> cautiously to prevent failure out in the boonies.  The bike came with the 
> Albatross handlebar, and though I am more used to riding with drops, the 
> Albas were fine.  I definitely missed the lack of *comfortable* hand 
> positions but they certainly didn’t prevent me from finishing the trip or 
> having a good time. 
>
>
>  
>
> john
>
>
>

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[RBW] Re: Ride Report-- Mini tour of SW New Mexico and SE Arizona

[John M]

If you remain on federal, state or county roads-- then no.  Tribal roads? 
 Not sure.  I've gone into the Jemez through Cochiti Pueblo owned lands on 
state and county roads and never had an issue.  



On Friday, October 14, 2016 at 12:01:02 AM UTC-6, John M wrote:
>
>
> For years I have wanted to make a bike tour out of the quiet backroads and 
> hidden corners of SW New Mexico where I live.  But a whole litany of 
> excuses, both real and imagined conspired against it—didn’t have the right 
> bike, too hot, too windy, too little water, not enough time, not in good 
> enough shape, not safe to go alone, and on and on and on.  This year I 
> became the new owner of a barely used Hunqapillar and resolved to make it 
> happen.  About a month ago I sketched out a rough plan and started putting 
> touring equipment together.  Last Thursday after spending way too much time 
> agonizing over the final details and packing for my fears instead of my 
> confidence, I locked the front door and soft pedaled through town headed 
> south towards the bootheel of New Mexico, destined for the Chiricahua 
> mountains just over the border in Arizona. 
>
>
> I figured I could do 50 miles per day, with a mix of dirt and 
> pavement—though I haven't had many rides over 15 miles in the last few 
> years.  More worrying than my ability to go the distance was the 
> resupply—mostly of water, but also food.  Water, like towns,  are scarce 
> out here and I planned to pack enough supplies to ride straight through 
> each day without needing to count on uncertain water sources (cattle tanks) 
> or stores that might be out of business or closed for the day.  I spent 4 
> days touring, camping in Forest Service campgrounds or just out in the wide 
> desert on BLM land.  
>
>
> Pictorial highlights here:  Flickr photos 
> <https://www.flickr.com/photos/8375639@N05/albums/72157673725364172/with/30131466572/>
>
>
> Route info here: Plotaroute <https://www.plotaroute.com/route/298220>
>
>
> Other than the Chiricahua mountains which are justifiable famous among 
> bird watchers (Trogons!) and outdoorsy folk, it was wonderfully desolate 
> out there.  Ranch trucks and the Border Patrol were about the only other 
> travelers on the roads.   On one 20 mile stretch of dirt road, I spent 
> three hours spinning away in the small chainring, climbing in and out of 
> small drainages without a car passing me, or even having one in sight.  
>
> The bike did wonderfully—no mechanical failures or tire punctures.  I had 
> converted the Racing Ralphs to tubeless about a month ago to make sure they 
> would be reliable.  I still didn’t trust them completely and rode pretty 
> cautiously to prevent failure out in the boonies.  The bike came with the 
> Albatross handlebar, and though I am more used to riding with drops, the 
> Albas were fine.  I definitely missed the lack of *comfortable* hand 
> positions but they certainly didn’t prevent me from finishing the trip or 
> having a good time. 
>
>
>  
>
> john
>
>
>

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[RBW] Re: Ride Report-- Mini tour of SW New Mexico and SE Arizona

[John M]

Patrick-- the RailRunner is your friend.  Roll your bike onto the train, 
get off at the Santo Domingo stop and the Jemez is a short spin away. 
 Years ago I lived near Madrid and rode over into the Jemez from the 
southeast corner through the Dixon Apple Orchard.  Good riding there.

Mojo-- you'd be interested to see the post-fire condition of the mountains. 
 The drainages took a serious beating during the monsoon floods, but seem 
to be recovering nicely.  Rustler Park looks good-- though it is now a high 
altitude grassland instead of forest.To answer your question about 
gear-- I have been backpacking for probably 20 years, so my outdoor kit is 
pretty refined and basic.  Stove, fuel, one pot for boiling and eating out 
of, water purification tablets instead of a filter and a multitool-- that's 
about the extent of the camping gear (plus tent, bag, pad).  But, my 
confidence about mechanical failures and improvised bicycle repair is less 
squared away.  I probably took too many spare bits and tools anticipating 
the break-downs that never came.  I could have gotten by with one spare 
tube instead of two.  What I left behind and should have brought was chain 
lube-- after about 200 miles of dust my chain was pretty vocal. 



On Friday, October 14, 2016 at 12:01:02 AM UTC-6, John M wrote:
>
>
> For years I have wanted to make a bike tour out of the quiet backroads and 
> hidden corners of SW New Mexico where I live.  But a whole litany of 
> excuses, both real and imagined conspired against it—didn’t have the right 
> bike, too hot, too windy, too little water, not enough time, not in good 
> enough shape, not safe to go alone, and on and on and on.  This year I 
> became the new owner of a barely used Hunqapillar and resolved to make it 
> happen.  About a month ago I sketched out a rough plan and started putting 
> touring equipment together.  Last Thursday after spending way too much time 
> agonizing over the final details and packing for my fears instead of my 
> confidence, I locked the front door and soft pedaled through town headed 
> south towards the bootheel of New Mexico, destined for the Chiricahua 
> mountains just over the border in Arizona. 
>
>
> I figured I could do 50 miles per day, with a mix of dirt and 
> pavement—though I haven't had many rides over 15 miles in the last few 
> years.  More worrying than my ability to go the distance was the 
> resupply—mostly of water, but also food.  Water, like towns,  are scarce 
> out here and I planned to pack enough supplies to ride straight through 
> each day without needing to count on uncertain water sources (cattle tanks) 
> or stores that might be out of business or closed for the day.  I spent 4 
> days touring, camping in Forest Service campgrounds or just out in the wide 
> desert on BLM land.  
>
>
> Pictorial highlights here:  Flickr photos 
> <https://www.flickr.com/photos/8375639@N05/albums/72157673725364172/with/30131466572/>
>
>
> Route info here: Plotaroute <https://www.plotaroute.com/route/298220>
>
>
> Other than the Chiricahua mountains which are justifiable famous among 
> bird watchers (Trogons!) and outdoorsy folk, it was wonderfully desolate 
> out there.  Ranch trucks and the Border Patrol were about the only other 
> travelers on the roads.   On one 20 mile stretch of dirt road, I spent 
> three hours spinning away in the small chainring, climbing in and out of 
> small drainages without a car passing me, or even having one in sight.  
>
> The bike did wonderfully—no mechanical failures or tire punctures.  I had 
> converted the Racing Ralphs to tubeless about a month ago to make sure they 
> would be reliable.  I still didn’t trust them completely and rode pretty 
> cautiously to prevent failure out in the boonies.  The bike came with the 
> Albatross handlebar, and though I am more used to riding with drops, the 
> Albas were fine.  I definitely missed the lack of *comfortable* hand 
> positions but they certainly didn’t prevent me from finishing the trip or 
> having a good time. 
>
>
>  
>
> john
>
>
>

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[RBW] Ride Report-- Mini tour of SW New Mexico and SE Arizona

[John M]

For years I have wanted to make a bike tour out of the quiet backroads and 
hidden corners of SW New Mexico where I live.  But a whole litany of 
excuses, both real and imagined conspired against it—didn’t have the right 
bike, too hot, too windy, too little water, not enough time, not in good 
enough shape, not safe to go alone, and on and on and on.  This year I 
became the new owner of a barely used Hunqapillar and resolved to make it 
happen.  About a month ago I sketched out a rough plan and started putting 
touring equipment together.  Last Thursday after spending way too much time 
agonizing over the final details and packing for my fears instead of my 
confidence, I locked the front door and soft pedaled through town headed 
south towards the bootheel of New Mexico, destined for the Chiricahua 
mountains just over the border in Arizona. 


I figured I could do 50 miles per day, with a mix of dirt and 
pavement—though I haven't had many rides over 15 miles in the last few 
years.  More worrying than my ability to go the distance was the 
resupply—mostly of water, but also food.  Water, like towns,  are scarce 
out here and I planned to pack enough supplies to ride straight through 
each day without needing to count on uncertain water sources (cattle tanks) 
or stores that might be out of business or closed for the day.  I spent 4 
days touring, camping in Forest Service campgrounds or just out in the wide 
desert on BLM land.  


Pictorial highlights here:  Flickr photos 



Route info here: Plotaroute 


Other than the Chiricahua mountains which are justifiable famous among bird 
watchers (Trogons!) and outdoorsy folk, it was wonderfully desolate out 
there.  Ranch trucks and the Border Patrol were about the only other 
travelers on the roads.   On one 20 mile stretch of dirt road, I spent 
three hours spinning away in the small chainring, climbing in and out of 
small drainages without a car passing me, or even having one in sight.  

The bike did wonderfully—no mechanical failures or tire punctures.  I had 
converted the Racing Ralphs to tubeless about a month ago to make sure they 
would be reliable.  I still didn’t trust them completely and rode pretty 
cautiously to prevent failure out in the boonies.  The bike came with the 
Albatross handlebar, and though I am more used to riding with drops, the 
Albas were fine.  I definitely missed the lack of *comfortable* hand 
positions but they certainly didn’t prevent me from finishing the trip or 
having a good time. 


 

john


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[RBW] Re: Tucson S24O suggestions

[John M]

Hi Matt,

I don't have great suggestions for you-- most of my riding around Tucson 
has been during the AZ Brevet rides, so we weren't really stopping for the 
night.  The obvious choices would be Mt Lemmon, Saguaro National Park and 
out north to Catalina, but I'm sure you've thought about those.  Madera 
Canyon might be doable too.  

I'd starting looking over the public lands nearby and figure out which 
places seem suitable for overnights.  Here's a good public lands mapper:

Public Lands AZ 



On Monday, September 5, 2016 at 9:22:13 AM UTC-6, Matt Rhodes wrote:
>
> Hello all,
>
> Just wondering if anyone has suggestions for Tucson-area S24Os? Mixed 
> terrain rides would be welcome, provided they aren't too gnarly for a 
> Cheviot shod with 50mm Big Bens. Any info would be greatly appreciated!
>
> Cheers,
> Matt
>

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[RBW] Re: Anyone tried the mod174 drop bar from Nitto?

[John M]

Thanks Irving.  I sent you a PM as well. 

Those 151s look like they have a nice shape, but almost no flare at the 
drops.  I'd love to find a bar with the flat ramps of the Noodle, compact 
dimensions and some flare at the drops.  The Salsa Cowbell fits the bill, 
but is strictly 31.8 clamp diameter.




On Monday, August 29, 2016 at 8:03:15 PM UTC-6, John M wrote:
>
>
> I'm looking for drop handlebars for my Hunqapillar and stumbled onto this 
> bar from Fairweather in Japan.  It's a modified Nitto Noodle with shorter 
> reach and drop:
>
> Fairweather Allroad <http://fairweather.cc/allroad>
>
> As far as I know, it is only available from Fairweather in Japan, so I'm 
> wondering if someone here might have taken the plunge and tried it out. 
>  Any reviews?
>
>
> Ideally I'd love to find something like the Ritchey EvoMax 
> <http://ritcheylogic.com/wcs-evomax-road-bar> but with 26.0 clamp 
> diameter.  Does such a bar exist?
>
>
>
> thanks,
> john
>

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[RBW] Anyone tried the mod174 drop bar from Nitto?

[John M]

I'm looking for drop handlebars for my Hunqapillar and stumbled onto this 
bar from Fairweather in Japan.  It's a modified Nitto Noodle with shorter 
reach and drop:

Fairweather Allroad 

As far as I know, it is only available from Fairweather in Japan, so I'm 
wondering if someone here might have taken the plunge and tried it out. 
 Any reviews?


Ideally I'd love to find something like the Ritchey EvoMax 
 but with 26.0 clamp diameter. 
 Does such a bar exist?



thanks,
john

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[RBW] Re: Car and Bikepacking Ideas for January-February

[John M]

Patrick,
 
Much of the southern New Mexico desert would still be chilly at night-- 
hovering around your 30 degree limit.  But, if the weather looks good, you 
might consider these places:

Aguirre Springs 
http://www.blm.gov/nm/st/en/prog/recreation/las_cruces/aguirre_spring_campground.htmlnear
 
Las Cruces on BLM land.
Lower Gila area on BLM 
land.http://www.blm.gov/nm/st/en/prog/recreation/las_cruces/gila_lower_box.html
City of Rocks State Park (NM) 
http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/spd/CityofRocksActivities.htmlwith nearby 
Gila Forest and Faywood Hotsprings.
The Rodeo, NM or Portal, 
AZhttp://www.portalrodeo.com/friends-of-cave-creek-canyo.htmlarea on the east 
side of the Chiricahua mountains:


Further west in the warmer Sonoran desert there is the McDowell mountains 
regional park http://www.maricopa.gov/parks/mcdowell/.  Good biking and 
hiking there, although not very remote or undeveloped.



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