Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for HHH tandem

[Ruben Flores]

One other bit of info on tandem tires. You will burn thru them faster than you 
expect. We use 120psi on our roadie and only get about 800 miles out of a rear, 
often the issue is sidewall tesr but ask your stoker what they think of s 
pothole blowout. 

After a few cycles we went with the front to rear rotation.

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[RBW] WTB Paul Thumbies

[Ruben Flores]

I am mobile and can't pm. I have a set for shimano. Pm me then I can reply.

Ruben in LA

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[RBW] Re: Discs versus calipers

[Ruben Flores]

I am going to throw in one more factor into this discussion (or at least I 
did not notice it in previous posts). On occasion I ride with a very 
experienced (past national champion) nearing 80 years old. He said as he 
has aged his hand strength has weakened and he must brake sooner into 
downhill corners. With discs he can return to his "normal" braking points 
and over all is not as fatigued in his hands and wrists. I am not saying 
yay or nay, just describing a specific situation.

On Wednesday, June 21, 2017 at 8:09:11 PM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote:
>
> I'm putting this in a new thread, because I have some questions. Note: I'm 
> not disagreeing, I'm asking because I want to know more. 
>
> Clayton said, in the Rivs On Block thread:
>
> *- More margin betw. rim and brake to adjust for rub. Disc brakes usually 
> have much tighter clearances and make it a much more fiddly affair to get 
> rid of rub (applies mostly to hydros)*
> *- Typically lighter weight*
> *[...]*
> *- Pads tend to last longer*
>
> #1: I agree that this is very true for mechanical discs, but for 
> hydraulics? I thought that pads for hydraulics allowed more gap than those 
> for mechanicals, at least once-sided-pull mechanicals. For me, this isn't 
> merely academic; it may influence my choice of mechanicals over hydraulics 
> one day.
>
> #2: Yes, calipers are lighter, but then disc-specific rims can be much 
> lighter than rim brake rims, at least in the wider sizes.
>
> #3: I've read that this is true; I've also read the opposite (recently, in 
> a review of some disc setup -- Bike Radar? Which one is true?
>
> I do know that my Kool Stop salmons seem to last years if not decades.
>
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[RBW] ENO eccentric rear hub

[Ruben Flores]

Hello, R and R on this wheel is the same as any bolted axle wheel, except you 
first have to untension the chain and tension after installation. 

Loosen axle bolts, use box wrench to move eccentric axle, chain will go slack, 
remove wheel from dropout.

To install reverse the process.

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[RBW] Re: Houseless Sam Hillborne in Portland, Oregon

[Ruben Flores]

This reminds me of a funny story from about 15 years ago. A friend of mine 
was a researcher at UCLA. She lived in a large apartment building near the 
campus. At some point she noticed a nicer than campus bike locked on a 
stair handrail. Sat there for months (or so she thought). One day a note 
appeared 'going to paint building, need to move bike' with a deadline a 
couple of weeks away. The bike didn't move, she called her boyfriend at the 
time who came over with a torch and cut the locks. Customized the bike and 
my friend was using it as a campus cruiser. 

A few weeks go by, the building painting was completed and one day she goes 
out to "her" bike and it is gone and back where it was originally. It was 
there unlocked and thinks maybe her friends are playing a joke, rides the 
bike and locks it back by her apartment.

When she comes out the next morning there is a nasty note on the bike to 
leave it alone or else..

I am just saying, she never remember it moving but I guess maybe it did.

Ruben in So Cal

On Wednesday, January 31, 2018 at 11:21:40 AM UTC-8, John A. Bennett wrote:

> A Sam Hillborne was spotted in the same spot for weeks on end until 
> someone finally cut the u-lock and posted this on Craigslist.
>
> As of now, as far as I know, the Craigslist poster has not heard from the 
> owner. 
>
> Anyone out there?
>
>
> https://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/bik/d/found-rivendell-sam-hillborne/6474538877.html
>
> All I know, 
>
> John, in Portland (who isn't really in on the whole thing, just posting 
> this here in the hopes it will raise owner) 
>

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[RBW] Re: FS: Pletscher Dual-Leg Kickstand

[Ruben Flores]

Hi, is this silver or black? Thanks

Ruben

On Saturday, July 28, 2018 at 8:09:19 AM UTC-7, Eric Norris wrote:

> Like new dual-leg kickstand like this one: 
> https://www.modernbike.com/pletscher-two-leg-kickstand 
> 
>
> Came with a bike I bought. Installed and used a few times by the previous 
> owner. Uncut legs, so it should fit any bike. All hardware except the 
> little rubber feet.
>
> $30 shipped in the CONUS.
>
> Note that I’ll be away from home until Tuesday, so I can’t ship until 
> then. 
>
> --Eric N
>

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[RBW] Re: FS - '86 Schwinn Le Tour Frame & Fork - $200

[Ruben Flores]

Hi. Josh (correct?)  Ruben down here in So Cal. I just stopped day dreaming 
and searching locally for a Frosty lookalike and now I see yours is not 
going to work for you. 

Can you tell me center to center of seat post to stem?

And

Center of BB to top of seat post in photos? 

Thanks so much and  great timing I am going to be in the bay area in the 
next couple of weeks.

Ruben


On Sunday, September 2, 2018 at 4:39:02 PM UTC-7, J Imler wrote:

> I'm selling Frosty the step-through as it's a little too small. I'm bummed 
> because it's a very nice ride and now has me set on a properly fitted 
> mixte/step-through. I'm 6'0" and the height was fine with the Hi-Riser stem 
> but the length at what I think is 55cm was verified during my campout last 
> week as too short. $200.00 for frame, fork, seat post and seat post binder 
> bolt. I tapped the bottom bracket during my build so that's all set nicely. 
> Also frame saver applied.
>
> I'm hoping for a Bay Area sale, but will consider Bike Flights. Buyer pays 
> shipping.
>
> Frame is MUSA, Tange Japan fork. No dents and/or rust. 
>
>
> https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1JA2ZlNKchFy6puY_O-xBGmotUY0sZv4O?usp=sharing
>
>
> https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1vuEdvCQGRQHEgnP4Wv3Ohzu-UOqIvr_t?usp=sharing
>
> Thanks for looking!
>

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[RBW] Re: Make me a baby Mtn. step-thru

[Ruben Flores]

my two cents (because that is all I have left having recently gone down 
this path). Rear seat fits for a much longer time than a stem mounted 
style. I found the Yepp the outstanding choice (having had a couple of both 
kids and seats). We used the seat tube mounted model, clamped like a vise, 
felt like you could carry twice the stated limit and the mounting point 
lowered the center of gravity a bit.

Mandatory in my book is a double kickstand

Surly single chainrings are pretty good and come in many different sizes.

as far as something my wife "invented" she took a piece of elastic tied 
around her waist, attached half a dozen toys to it, so with Everly on the 
Yepp the toys were right at eye and hand level.

one more tip, try and get the gearing so low that rider will never stand, 
when you stand (my wife is a masher) the bike jumps forward almost 
inpercievably but when you are riding next to the baby seat you can her 
helmet lurching back and forth.
 

On Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at 7:43:58 PM UTC-8, Drw wrote:

> Providence or bad luck had it that Rivendell would find a hidden roscoe 
> bubbe mountain mixte on the same day that i was looking for one on the 
> group, and then right after i bought it and felt like i was super 
> impulsive, they sent out the email that made me feel good about spending 
> money i dont really have today so i added a wheelset to the order... 
> to, you know keep supporting them. 
>
>  My main reason for looking for this type of bike is to turn it into a kid 
> carrying thing for the next 2 years.  i feel like the step thru is gonna 
> make baby mounting, stopping/starting and getting on/off feel much more 
> stable, OR i always thought these frames were badass and this feels like a 
> legitimate reason i can convince myself of. 
>
> Anyway, i've got a vintage trek mtb that will be donating some parts. i'd 
> like to set this up as a 1x with a big cassette, which will be a new 
> venture for me. 
> heres the list of what ive already got. in my head, i'm thinking 
> apocalypse s240 baby carriage and i'm gonna do my best to treat the bike 
> unpreciously (hopefully the lack of lugs will encourage some roughness)
>  
> -nitto bullmoose cockpit with thumb shifters
> -riv budget 650b wheelset (alex rims and lx hubs)
> -riv stock headset, seatpost, bb
>
> I'm looking for recommendations on 
>
> -baby seats  (and/or racks that work with them if needed)
> -other kid bike things besides seats that you found useful that i dont 
> even know exist yet
> -tires
> -1x crank and other 1x things i should be considering. 
> -big cassette
>
>
>

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[RBW] Re: Flickstand alternatives? How to keep the front stable while not moving?

[Ruben Flores]

Hi all, has anyone else ever used one of these locking headsets? or even 
seen one in person? any thoughts?

Thanks
Ruben in So Cal

On Thursday, March 1, 2018 at 2:10:23 PM UTC-8, Tom Wyland wrote:

> This is what it looks like. It was installed on my Torker Cargo T. I can't 
> find it in any searches, but that doesn't mean you still can't get get it 
> from one of the bike supply catalogs.
> They apparently had these on some older bikes pre-1970s. It's just a 
> spring-loaded pawl that engages like a ratchet and makes turning difficult. 
> It can also lock the handlebars slightly askew... helpful on sloped 
> surfaces.
>
>  
> http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/us/en/shimano-locking-headset/rp-prod33075
>
>
> 
>
>
> On Thursday, March 1, 2018 at 4:56:54 PM UTC-5, Drw wrote:
>>
>> Where does one find a headset with the anti flop blocking part?
>>
>

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[RBW] Re: Flickstand alternatives? How to keep the front stable while not moving?

[Ruben Flores]

Hello all, I think I may be the defacto Western Hemisphere distributor of 
this locking headset.

Short story I only found one online shop that had it is stock AND would 
ship to US. 11.00 part with 16.00 shipping I figure I would get two (same 
16.00 shipping). When I receive and get installed I will let everyone know 
how they work. 

Crossing my fingers Ruben



On Tuesday, March 6, 2018 at 9:03:08 AM UTC-8, Ruben Flores wrote:

> Hi all, has anyone else ever used one of these locking headsets? or even 
> seen one in person? any thoughts?
>
> Thanks
> Ruben in So Cal
>
> On Thursday, March 1, 2018 at 2:10:23 PM UTC-8, Tom Wyland wrote:
>
>> This is what it looks like. It was installed on my Torker Cargo T. I 
>> can't find it in any searches, but that doesn't mean you still can't get 
>> get it from one of the bike supply catalogs.
>> They apparently had these on some older bikes pre-1970s. It's just a 
>> spring-loaded pawl that engages like a ratchet and makes turning difficult. 
>> It can also lock the handlebars slightly askew... helpful on sloped 
>> surfaces.
>>
>>  
>> http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/us/en/shimano-locking-headset/rp-prod33075
>>
>>
>> <http://media.chainreactioncycles.com/is/image/ChainReactionCycles/prod33075_NC_NE_01?wid=500&hei=505>
>>
>>
>> On Thursday, March 1, 2018 at 4:56:54 PM UTC-5, Drw wrote:
>>>
>>> Where does one find a headset with the anti flop blocking part?
>>>
>>

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[RBW] Re: Flickstand alternatives? How to keep the front stable while not moving?

[Ruben Flores]

Well I have one (actually two) of these in my hand. it replaces the entire 
upper portion of a headset, I have no idea how it will work.

it has a cup that will be pressed into the frame but does not have a 
"race", on top of that a bearing cage then a cone nut (the only threaded 
part in the whole assembly) then a metal ring with all the locking holes 
then the plastic top cap snap in.

Seems very odd, but as my long time riding buddy said "it's Shimano, it 
will work perfectly to it's design. You may not like the design but some 
engineers studied this forever" 

Ruben with his fingers still crossed




On Tuesday, March 6, 2018 at 9:03:08 AM UTC-8, Ruben Flores wrote:

> Hi all, has anyone else ever used one of these locking headsets? or even 
> seen one in person? any thoughts?
>
> Thanks
> Ruben in So Cal
>
> On Thursday, March 1, 2018 at 2:10:23 PM UTC-8, Tom Wyland wrote:
>
>> This is what it looks like. It was installed on my Torker Cargo T. I 
>> can't find it in any searches, but that doesn't mean you still can't get 
>> get it from one of the bike supply catalogs.
>> They apparently had these on some older bikes pre-1970s. It's just a 
>> spring-loaded pawl that engages like a ratchet and makes turning difficult. 
>> It can also lock the handlebars slightly askew... helpful on sloped 
>> surfaces.
>>
>>  
>> http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/us/en/shimano-locking-headset/rp-prod33075
>>
>>
>> <http://media.chainreactioncycles.com/is/image/ChainReactionCycles/prod33075_NC_NE_01?wid=500&hei=505>
>>
>>
>> On Thursday, March 1, 2018 at 4:56:54 PM UTC-5, Drw wrote:
>>>
>>> Where does one find a headset with the anti flop blocking part?
>>>
>>

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[RBW] Re: Single Speed in/around LA?

[Ruben Flores]

Most (off road) riding in the greater Pasadena area is steep and rocky 
single track (10-20%) or long fire road climbs. (5-10%) throw in a 
little sun or heat and you will want gears. No one is going to bother 
(steal) your bike at the Huntington but if you use the bike to roll around 
the local area Pasadena, Monrovia, etc you will want something not worth 
stealing.

If you stay on the street you will still see lots of SS and fixies it the 
Pasadena / San Gabriel Valley. If you head north from there, not the best 
but pretty good road riding. When will you be here, TOC will be passing 
thru Ventura County on May 14-15. 

Ruben in Ventura County


n Monday, April 23, 2018 at 11:57:05 AM UTC-7, Philip Williamson wrote:

> Hey Reid, 
> Secret answer c) Buy the 64cm orange Quickbeam offered on the list in LA! 
>
> Philip
> Always causing trouble in Santa Rosa, CA
>
> On Monday, April 23, 2018 at 10:47:25 AM UTC-7, Reid Echols wrote:
>>
>> Hi folks, I'll be traveling from Austin to Los Angeles in a few short 
>> weeks for a fellowship at the Huntington Library, and am between bringing a 
>> "beater" aluminum 29er I could build up from spare parts or my trusty BMC 
>> Monstercross, currently set up as a "dinglespeed" with 43c gravel tires. I 
>> can handle most of the Austin hills pretty handily, and really enjoy riding 
>> the BMC on local singletrack (not too many rock gardens, just the faster, 
>> flowy stuff). 
>>
>> My question is, will I be able to fully enjoy the trails near LA on a 
>> singlespeed, cross-style bike, or am I displaying a bit of hubris and 
>> should just bring the more traditional mountain bike for the climbing 
>> gears? I'll be commuting to the Huntington as well and don't want anything 
>> too flashy lest it be stolen. Local perspectives would be welcome! 
>>
>> All best, 
>> Reid in Austin 
>>
>

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[RBW] Re: Single Speed in/around LA?

[Ruben Flores]

Hey Matt that looks like a great ride. PCH to Latigo, where did you get 
across to Malibu Lake? Cornell to Las Vigenes open space I assume at the 
101? Any other fire road after you get to Simi?

Ruben

On Monday, April 23, 2018 at 6:39:40 PM UTC-7, Matt wrote:

> Reid—LA rider here who just did the attached ride this weekend, probably 
> 65% of it on dirt fire roads, trails and a bit of single track. 43s are a 
> great idea but without the gears you'll be walking up more than a few hills 
> (and even with the gears there are plenty of steep, rocky inclines where 
> you'll struggle to keep traction). Still, the views from the top are always 
> worth it.
>
>
> On Monday, April 23, 2018 at 4:56:10 PM UTC-7, Reid Echols wrote:
>>
>> Philip, the thought had occurred to me! Probably not in the budget right 
>> now, sadly. Also thinking the BMC's ability to clear Thunder Burts will 
>> come in handy. 
>>
>> Patrick, your rambles actually inspired the initial choice to run the BMC 
>> as a single speed. If I can get this (18t) freewheel unstuck, I'm planning 
>> on having a WI dos eno setup: 38/35 up front, 16/19 in the back. Depending 
>> on how thick of a tire I go with, I'm hoping that will give me a decent 
>> cruising gear and a "trail gear".
>>
>> Thanks for the input everyone, I'll have to do some research and see how 
>> far I'll be able to make it on the weekends. LA National Forest seems like 
>> a great option. 
>>
>> On Monday, April 23, 2018 at 1:57:05 PM UTC-5, Philip Williamson wrote:
>>>
>>> Hey Reid, 
>>> Secret answer c) Buy the 64cm orange Quickbeam offered on the list in 
>>> LA! 
>>>
>>> Philip
>>> Always causing trouble in Santa Rosa, CA
>>>
>>> On Monday, April 23, 2018 at 10:47:25 AM UTC-7, Reid Echols wrote:

 Hi folks, I'll be traveling from Austin to Los Angeles in a few short 
 weeks for a fellowship at the Huntington Library, and am between bringing 
 a 
 "beater" aluminum 29er I could build up from spare parts or my trusty BMC 
 Monstercross, currently set up as a "dinglespeed" with 43c gravel tires. I 
 can handle most of the Austin hills pretty handily, and really enjoy 
 riding 
 the BMC on local singletrack (not too many rock gardens, just the faster, 
 flowy stuff). 

 My question is, will I be able to fully enjoy the trails near LA on a 
 singlespeed, cross-style bike, or am I displaying a bit of hubris and 
 should just bring the more traditional mountain bike for the climbing 
 gears? I'll be commuting to the Huntington as well and don't want anything 
 too flashy lest it be stolen. Local perspectives would be welcome! 

 All best, 
 Reid in Austin 

>>>

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