[RBW] Re: New Hilsen in the Wissahickon
Eric, your bike is gorgeous. Perfect proportions to my eye. I'm also in Phila (650 Rambouillet) and would enjoy a local Riv ride. Jon On Saturday, October 29, 2016 at 8:36:09 PM UTC-4, Eric Karnes wrote: > > Hi all- > > After six months with the commuter SimpleOne as my only bike, I decided to > build up a geared bike for longer rides into the wooded areas outside of > Center City Philadelphia. I ended up picking up a wonderful Hilsen frame > from list member Charles (to whom I had previously sold my Roadeo). While > the old 62cm Rivs are perfect for me, I went with a 61 in case I ever want > my short torso to be comfortable on a drop setup. But for now it's sporting > sweptback bars. Build-wise, I didn't have much money to spend, so my goal > on this bike was to build it up for free. So every part is either (a) from > my existing parts bin; (b) acquired via trade; or (c) purchased with funds > from parts sold here or on eBay. > > The last two weeks, I've been taking it for some long rides up into the > Wissahickon Park on the outskirts of Philly. And it's great! The low bottom > bracket makes it s stable, but still zippy. Fantastic. There are still > a few things I need to dial in. I was having back pain when I first started > riding it. Couldn't figure out why, as the reach and bar height was > consistent with my SimpleOne. Then I halfway through the ride today > realized I was riding the AHH in shoes with much thinner soles. Lowered the > seat a bit and that seems to have helped. I'm still on the fence about the > albatross bars, Ergon grips, and friction shifting. But I'll live with them > for a while and see if they grow on me (and to be fair, the friction > shifting issues are likely due to my mediocre mechanical skills). > > Anyways, it was a beautiful ride today. And my route out to the park > passed a major regatta on the Schuylkill River. Universities from up and > down the east coast were competing. So I took some water breaks to watch > the action. Hope all you east coasters also get some autumnal rides in this > weekend! > > Eric > > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] eCLEM
Love it! I did something similar with my LHT (opting to leave the Ramboulliet analog). Echoing a previous poster, fat tires are a good idea. You'll get going faster than you might be used to and a poor man's suspension provides much better control on uneven surfaces. Jon Shinefeld PhilaPA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Ram/Rom/Red 650b Conversions.
Hi David, I converted my 58 Rambouillet to 650b and enjoy it very much. It needed brake posts and paint. No issues with the low bb, but I understood the potential bottom bracket drop issue at the outset. Last week I switched the cockpit to Albatross bars on a long stem and now have a plush commuter and city bike. Im not sure if I like sitting so upright, at least on this bike. Jon in PhillyPA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Friction shifting and pulleys again
Hey Doug, I run the same cassette and crankset with an inexpensive SRAM 5 something on my 650b Rambouillet. The original 105 front derailer works great and I hardly use it. Rear shifting happens with a silver shifter on a Paul thumbie mounted on the handlebar. A silver shifter on the down tube takes care of the front. This setup works well for commuting and city riding. Jon in Philly -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Paul Thumbies or IRD stem mounted shifters?
Hi Mike, I use a right hand thumbie on my Rambouillet with a silver shifter and on my LHT / Bionx with a DA shifter. Rear levers are on the DT (Rambouillet) and bar end (LHT). Both bikes have Nitto Noodle handlebars and interruptor brake levers. I think the key to installation is using a 90 degree noodle to quickly route the cable housing towards the down tube. In my experience, they are terrific in city riding between stop signs and traffic lights when I spend most of my time on the bar tops or hooks. I don't find them nearly as convenient to shift on open road, having to reach from the hoods to bar tops, but of course then I don't shift as much. Jon Philly, PA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Carradice Duxback Poncho - Opinions?
Hi Bobby, I've had a Duxback poncho for years. With spats I stay dry and it's my choice for cold rainy days with a light layer underneath. It is less wonderful in high winds, acting like a sail. Of course with the wind at my back, I get where I'm going lickety split. That said, I just ordered a Showers Pass Touring rain jacket on clearance from the manufacturer for half price ($75). Jon PhillyPA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Squishy Brakes
DP - I'd look to replace the brake cable housing and ferrules. Jon in Phila -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell: Normcore for Cyclists?
I'm eclectic enough that something I do or wear is always in vogue, but everything else drags me down to just weird. Grin. Even mores when I wore a kilt and needed huge bludgers to walk. Sardonic grin. @ Deacon Patrick - thanks for that. I just burst out laughing on the train. So true- there's no telling what will come out of the drawer sometimes. Jon in Chilly Philly -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Riv e-bike conversion?
Hi Cecily. I was recently diagnosed with Myasthenia Gravis and needed help to continue commuting daily to work. So, I converted my Surly LHT to a Bionx pedalelec system. I also ride a Riv / Kellogg Rambouillet and specially chose the LHT for the conversion because the Bionx system adds 18 pounds between battery, wheel / motor and controller and the Surly frame seemed more appropriate. Adding that load to the Rambouillet just seemed wrong. This conversion experiment has been 100% successful and I am totally satisfied. I ride the light and lively Rambouillet for day riding when I'm up to it. Sort of the best of both worlds. So, in some list serves e bikes are anathema - so what. I see no difference between lowering gears, raising the bars or adding e assist. The best bike is the one you like to ride, yes? Jon in Philly -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] From bar ends to thumbies
Yes, Michael, I switched from a bar end to a Thumbie on my Noodle handlebar'd commuter. It works perfectly. Consider exactly where you will mount them and measure accordingly. Mine is on the wedge-taper section nearest the stem. Right/rear shifter only. Also, I used a 90 degree brake noodle then an inline barrel adjuster. Jon in Philly -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Practical differences - SON vs Shimano Dyno hub?
Hey Tony. I've run the Ultegra level Shimano generator hub for 7-8 years and it continues to work perfectly on my daily LHT commuter. A couple years ago I put a SON hub on my Rambouillet and don't feel any difference. They're both great and with efficient LEDs, I run with headlights all the time. Jan Heine says the SON is more efficient, but not so much for my riding style (slow). Im sure performance differences are more relevant for faster riders. If you take your front wheel off often, one difference that might matter is the wire connectors. The Shimano uses a 1 piece connector that is very convenient to disconnect and replace. I seem to fumble more with the individual wire connectors on the SON. >From my perspective, I don't think you can go wrong with either. If you're a >faster rider then the performance advantage of the SON might be worth the >extra $. Jon in Philly -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Gilles Berthoud stainless steel vs SKS Chromoplastic fenders
I run bikes with both. Both are flapped. Berthouds are sturdier, longer and offer better coverage in the wet but no QR. SKS are cheaper, work fine, have quick releases. If they do catch on something. I can't imagine Berthoud stays coming loose without much trauma. (See recent Blug post). I think the key to durability is is mounting fenders sans tension. A nice single malt helps. Jon in Phily -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] PHL Riv friendly LBS
I'm with Justin and cannot recommend Trophy on the basis of my personal experience with repair work (rear der cable wrapped around the chain stay during an overhaul). That said, the owner is knowledgeable, articulate and carries interesting stock. But I won't shop there. Jon in Phila -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Large SaddleSack Load and Anchor Questions
Hi Patrick, The leather straps were sitting in my spare straps box and were the perfect length to allow the bag to sit flat on the mini rack and close to the seatpost. Now that think about it, I guess toe clip straps would have worked too. Interestingly, I carry Irish straps in the saddlesack pockets to use in the event of yard sales. Jon On Sunday, May 12, 2013 6:53:25 PM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote: > Any reason to use leather rather than Irish straps? > > With abandon, > Patrick > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Large SaddleSack Load and Anchor Questions
On my Rambouillet, I found that fastex buckles work really well to secure the large saddle sack. Half the fastex is triple zipped tied to each Brooks saddle hoop. The other side is attached to the bag with short leather straps. The bag sits flat on a Nitto mini rack with a light nylon strap wrapped under the bag around the rack. Of course I can't see the bag when I ride, but it feels pretty stable. I've also used this setup for years with a Carradice Long Flap. Cheap, easy on and off and very convenient for commuting where I can't leave the bag on the bike. Jon Shinefeld PhilaPA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
