[RBW] Re: Advice on building up a Quickbeam (+introduction)
Thanks, everyone. I appreciate it. The Paul brakes look great and the bb lockring is a good tip--didn't know there was such a thing. I'm looking forward to riding freewheel again, but must admit that I got hooked on riding fixed while I was living in Japan (a happy accident and a long story). It would be nice to be able to do both on the beam. Thanks again, Isaac -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Advice on building up a Quickbeam (+introduction)
I also run my Quickbeam fixed with the stock rear hub and a BB lockring, no problems. I had the brake levers changed to Cane Creek prior to dellivery of the bike (they work better with large hands IMHO). I changed the brakes to Mafac cantilevers (similar geometry to Paul's Neo-Retros). I recently changed the crankset to an older Mavic model to reduced the "Q" factor. Angus On Nov 29, 10:28 pm, "i.e." wrote: > Hello RBW owners, > > After several years of visits to RBW headquarters, drooling over the > Readers, and a couple of Riv-ish bike builds, I'm proud to say that > I'll be a Quickbeam owner by the end of the week! > > I've managed to score an orange QB frameset and I'm having the folks > at Rivendell build it up for me. I was planning to go with a stock > build (I really like and want to honor the original concept), plus a > front rack, basket, and fenders. I do have a couple of questions to > put to the group, though, before I go through with my plans: > > 1) Have any of you ridden with a fixed cog on flip side of the stock > hub? Is it safe without a lockring and with the quick release? Have > you experienced any slippage? I wouldn't be doing any skid or skip > stops with two brakes, but I would probably be doing some back-pedal > braking when riding fixed. > > 2) Seeing as this a build-up project, I have the opportunity to tweak > the stock build as much as I like (or can afford). Is there anything > you modified later that you wish had come on the stock bike? Any tips > appreciated. > > Thanks in advance for any responses. It's great to be able to join > this group! > > i.e. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Advice on building up a Quickbeam (+introduction)
Re: fixed gear on a single speed hub - I would recommend using the Rotafixa method (http://204.73.203.34/fisso/eng/schpignone.htm) to tighten the cog down with before threading on the bottom bracket lockring. It's an incredibly effective method of tightening - but make sure you have a rag betwixt the chain and the bottom bracket shell to save your paint (or use a frame that you don't care about as giant chainwhip). -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Advice on building up a Quickbeam (+introduction)
I also have a Quickbeam and I'm using Tektro CR720 brakes- I can't recommend them enough! Though they are slightly larger in the lateral direction, they are shorter in the vertical direction than, say, the Shimano cantis.However the geometry of these brakes seems to make a huge positive difference in braking power. On Nov 30, 8:34 am, Ray Shine wrote: > Welcome. Isaac -- > I am the proud owner of three Riv's and two lesser brands. The Beam is the > bike I ride two to one over any of the others (but for my cheapo commuter > bike that I ride each day to the office). I live in San Francisco, and I > really like climbing hills here and in Marin. I actually have two QB crank > sets. I own a stock set, and I have what I call my "touring set" that comes > with a 34/26 set of chain wheels. > > I also have two wheel sets. One with a 17 and 20 free wheel with meatier > trail tires, the "touring" set with a White Industries Duo 16/18 on main > side, a 22 free on the flip. > > I can't agree more with Angus and others about the beefier brakes. That's my > next project and upgrade, probably with Tektro CR720s. > > I currently use the Nitto Mini Front rack and a bag, with a small saddle > bag. I have also used a wire basket up front, and a rack in back with > panniers. All or any combo seems to work quite well. It's heavy, but I also > have mounted one of those tricky double kickstands. I mounted it for use > with panniers, but find it so handy that I leave it on all the time now. > Really handy when changing up or down or over on the drive train, or for > simply parking. > > Enjoy the Quickbeam. Great bike. > > --- On Sun, 11/29/09, i.e. wrote: > > From: i.e. > Subject: [RBW] Re: Advice on building up a Quickbeam (+introduction) > To: "RBW Owners Bunch" > Date: Sunday, November 29, 2009, 10:57 PM > > Thanks, everyone. I appreciate it. > > The Paul brakes look great and the bb lockring is a good tip--didn't > know there was such a thing. > > I'm looking forward to riding freewheel again, but must admit that I > got hooked on riding fixed while I was living in Japan (a happy > accident and a long story). It would be nice to be able to do both on > the beam. > > Thanks again, > > Isaac > > -- > > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. > For more options, visit this group > athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Advice on building up a Quickbeam (+introduction)
The single best upgrade to my QB is in the gearing. I'm running 36/32 upfront and a White Ind 16/19 in the back. This allows me to have the stock gearing ratio (which is pretty versatile - I use it for rides in the mountains and around town), but requires only one tooth of rear axle movement when changing "gears." This gives me the benefit of running a much tighter fender line than would otherwise be possible. I have the shimano cantis (with salmon pads) on the bike, though I find the braking to be less effective than the IRD brakes on my Atlantis. I've tried many brands of canti's, including the pricey Paul's, and the easiest set up with the best performance has so far come from the IRD brakes. Dave On Nov 30, 7:41 am, Ray Shine wrote: > --- On Mon, 11/30/09, newenglandbike wrote: > > I also have a Quickbeam and I'm using Tektro CR720 brakes- I can't > recommend them enough! Though they are slightly larger in the > lateral direction, they are shorter in the vertical direction than, > say, the Shimano cantis. However the geometry of these brakes seems > to make a huge positive difference in braking power. > > Thsnks for the recommendation. I was undecided between the CR720s and the > IRDs. What lever are you using? Handlebars? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Advice on building up a Quickbeam (+introduction)
> Thsnks for the recommendation. I was undecided between the CR720s and the > IRDs. What lever are you using? Handlebars? Well I haven't tried the IRDs, which may be good as well, so I can only say the Tektros are great. I have Shimano levers with tektro cross levers, and I'm using 46cm Noodle bars.The Noodle bars are very comfortable. On Nov 30, 9:41 am, Ray Shine wrote: > --- On Mon, 11/30/09, newenglandbike wrote: > > I also have a Quickbeam and I'm using Tektro CR720 brakes- I can't > recommend them enough! Though they are slightly larger in the > lateral direction, they are shorter in the vertical direction than, > say, the Shimano cantis. However the geometry of these brakes seems > to make a huge positive difference in braking power. > > Thsnks for the recommendation. I was undecided between the CR720s and the > IRDs. What lever are you using? Handlebars? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Advice on building up a Quickbeam (+introduction)
Welcome! The QB is an incredibly versatile bike. Mine started with moustache bars, morphed to cross bars and knobbies, and currently has albatross bars, Schwalbe Fat Apples, and a Sackville saddle bag. I'm thinking of putting drop bars back on it, and adding fenders and a front rack. I run fixed on one side. I used a BB lockring and a little Loctite and I've had no problems. I also have the stock Shimano brakes. I find them a bit weak for my 220 lbs, especially on steeper dirt hills. I have Paul Neo-retros on my Legolas, and that's what I will probably put on the QB some day. jim m wc ca On Nov 29, 8:28 pm, "i.e." wrote: > Hello RBW owners, > > After several years of visits to RBW headquarters, drooling over the > Readers, and a couple of Riv-ish bike builds, I'm proud to say that > I'll be a Quickbeam owner by the end of the week! > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Advice on building up a Quickbeam (+introduction)
The Quickbeam is great. I've had mine since the first day I could get to Walnut Creek after they got the first batch. brakes - I have the original brakes, but I switched the front "link wire" for an old-style (shorter) straddle cable. It's almost resting on the Nitto M12 mounting bracket, so wide-profile brakes would help out there. I would like to get Tektro 720s, but it hasn't been an issue. But now I've seen a set in green... :^) bars - I'm running WTB Dirt Drop bars, and they are the perfect match for the bike, I think. I wish I had more sets. The Midge bar is not the same bar. fixed - almost always fixed, no lockring, no problem. I don't use the BB lockring, because it's just as easy for me to unscrew the cog with the "lockring" on there or not, so I figure "why bother." Primo upgrades - Surly "dingle" cog, Nitto M12 and basket. Fenders. http://www.flickr.com/photos/philipwilliamson/2606762352/ Philip On Nov 30, 9:57 am, "Jim M." wrote: > Welcome! The QB is an incredibly versatile bike. Mine started with > moustache bars, morphed to cross bars and knobbies, and currently has > albatross bars, Schwalbe Fat Apples, and a Sackville saddle bag. I'm > thinking of putting drop bars back on it, and adding fenders and a > front rack. I run fixed on one side. I used a BB lockring and a little > Loctite and I've had no problems. I also have the stock Shimano > brakes. I find them a bit weak for my 220 lbs, especially on steeper > dirt hills. I have Paul Neo-retros on my Legolas, and that's what I > will probably put on the QB some day. > > jim m > wc ca > > On Nov 29, 8:28 pm, "i.e." wrote: > > > > > Hello RBW owners, > > > After several years of visits to RBW headquarters, drooling over the > > Readers, and a couple of Riv-ish bike builds, I'm proud to say that > > I'll be a Quickbeam owner by the end of the week! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Advice on building up a Quickbeam (+introduction)
On Nov 30, 5:58 pm, Eric Daume wrote: > I'm surprised there's so much love for the CR720s here. I had these on my > 'cross bike for two races, and they were terrible: lots of hand force for > almost no stopping power (and yes, I had the straddle cable set pretty low). That may have been your issue- since the lever part of the CR720's sticks out more horizontally than on other canti's I think they work better with the straddle hanger at a higher position than with other canti's.This is certainly true in my experience anyway. I like to have the straddle cable set up so that it makes about a 90 degree angle to the brake arm when the pad touches the rim. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Advice on building up a Quickbeam (+introduction)
Thanks for the warm welcome and great information. I just got back from Rivendell this evening. Here's what I've decided on so far, based on your recommendations and the input of the Rivendell folk. I went with the CR720s for the brakes. I also decided to start off with noodle bars, the mini-front rack, and fenders. I was disappointed to discover that the medium Wald basket is a lot smaller than I had imagined. I'm hoping I can fit a large basket on that mini-rack--has anyone tried this? I also plan to fit a 14 tooth track cog with a bb lock ring on the flip side of the stock hub. So there it is, folks. Thanks for the help. I'll post pictures sometime next week! Isaac -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Advice on building up a Quickbeam (+introduction)
Sounds like you're going to end up with a fantastic build. About the CR720's, you made and excellent choice IMO.here is a picture of how high I have my straddle hanger set up on my QB.As you can see it's pretty high. But it seems to provide the greatest mechanical advantage in that position, and the brakes feel *far* better than my low-profile ones: http://www.flickr.com/photos/43029...@n07/4136473729/in/set-72157622885539082/ On Nov 30, 10:48 pm, "i.e." wrote: > Thanks for the warm welcome and great information. > > I just got back from Rivendell this evening. Here's what I've decided > on so far, based on your recommendations and the input of the > Rivendell folk. I went with the CR720s for the brakes. I also decided > to start off with noodle bars, the mini-front rack, and fenders. I > was disappointed to discover that the medium Wald basket is a lot > smaller than I had imagined. I'm hoping I can fit a large basket on > that mini-rack--has anyone tried this? I also plan to fit a 14 tooth > track cog with a bb lock ring on the flip side of the stock hub. > > So there it is, folks. Thanks for the help. I'll post pictures > sometime next week! > > Isaac -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Advice on building up a Quickbeam (+introduction)
I have some CR720s ready to go on the QB (my stock Shimanos are not very effective)... but now some of you have my thinking returning to Paul. Better save up. I've used a large basket on an M12 rack, which is smaller than the Mini: http://www.flickr.com/photos/25671...@n02/3391253194/in/set-72157615903804467/ It handled fine... but had some flex. You have to be careful about the fork turning around suddenly, 'cause that basket will hit your downtube. I've settled on a front rando bag for the QB to keep things simple: http://www.flickr.com/photos/25671...@n02/4136584724/in/set-72157615903804467/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/25671...@n02/3413155305/in/set-72157615903804467/ I have a White Industries 17/19 with the stock 40/32 in front, and I love it for flats and climbing. I'm tempted to put a 22 free on the other side if I ever want to ride a century or double or tour on this thing. Either that or a 15t fixed cog. I also have Albatross bars for the bike and have switched them out. I prefer the noodles. Welcome! The Quickbeam is one heck of a bike. Too bad there'll be no more new ones. Esteban San Diego, Calif. On Dec 1, 8:46 am, newenglandbike wrote: > Sounds like you're going to end up with a fantastic build. About the > CR720's, you made and excellent choice IMO. here is a picture of > how high I have my straddle hanger set up on my QB. As you can see > it's pretty high. But it seems to provide the greatest mechanical > advantage in that position, and the brakes feel *far* better than my > low-profile ones: > > http://www.flickr.com/photos/43029...@n07/4136473729/in/set-721576228... > > On Nov 30, 10:48 pm, "i.e." wrote: > > > > > Thanks for the warm welcome and great information. > > > I just got back from Rivendell this evening. Here's what I've decided > > on so far, based on your recommendations and the input of the > > Rivendell folk. I went with the CR720s for the brakes. I also decided > > to start off with noodle bars, the mini-front rack, and fenders. I > > was disappointed to discover that the medium Wald basket is a lot > > smaller than I had imagined. I'm hoping I can fit a large basket on > > that mini-rack--has anyone tried this? I also plan to fit a 14 tooth > > track cog with a bb lock ring on the flip side of the stock hub. > > > So there it is, folks. Thanks for the help. I'll post pictures > > sometime next week! > > > Isaac -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Advice on building up a Quickbeam (+introduction)
Welcome. Isaac -- I am the proud owner of three Riv's and two lesser brands. The Beam is the bike I ride two to one over any of the others (but for my cheapo commuter bike that I ride each day to the office). I live in San Francisco, and I really like climbing hills here and in Marin. I actually have two QB crank sets. I own a stock set, and I have what I call my "touring set" that comes with a 34/26 set of chain wheels. I also have two wheel sets. One with a 17 and 20 free wheel with meatier trail tires, the "touring" set with a White Industries Duo 16/18 on main side, a 22 free on the flip. I can't agree more with Angus and others about the beefier brakes. That's my next project and upgrade, probably with Tektro CR720s. I currently use the Nitto Mini Front rack and a bag, with a small saddle bag. I have also used a wire basket up front, and a rack in back with panniers. All or any combo seems to work quite well. It's heavy, but I also have mounted one of those tricky double kickstands. I mounted it for use with panniers, but find it so handy that I leave it on all the time now. Really handy when changing up or down or over on the drive train, or for simply parking. Enjoy the Quickbeam. Great bike. --- On Sun, 11/29/09, i.e. wrote: From: i.e. Subject: [RBW] Re: Advice on building up a Quickbeam (+introduction) To: "RBW Owners Bunch" Date: Sunday, November 29, 2009, 10:57 PM Thanks, everyone. I appreciate it. The Paul brakes look great and the bb lockring is a good tip--didn't know there was such a thing. I'm looking forward to riding freewheel again, but must admit that I got hooked on riding fixed while I was living in Japan (a happy accident and a long story). It would be nice to be able to do both on the beam. Thanks again, Isaac -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Advice on building up a Quickbeam (+introduction)
--- On Mon, 11/30/09, newenglandbike wrote: I also have a Quickbeam and I'm using Tektro CR720 brakes- I can't recommend them enough! Though they are slightly larger in the lateral direction, they are shorter in the vertical direction than, say, the Shimano cantis. However the geometry of these brakes seems to make a huge positive difference in braking power. Thsnks for the recommendation. I was undecided between the CR720s and the IRDs. What lever are you using? Handlebars? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Advice on building up a Quickbeam (+introduction)
I'm surprised there's so much love for the CR720s here. I had these on my 'cross bike for two races, and they were terrible: lots of hand force for almost no stopping power (and yes, I had the straddle cable set pretty low). They may offer more mud clearance, but I think there's a reason mountain bikes went away from these in the late 80s. They were also quite a bit more fiddly to set up, again like old cantis were with the bolted cable hangers. I put the old Oryx brakes back on, and they were remarkably more powerful. Eric Daume Dublin, OH On Mon, Nov 30, 2009 at 9:37 AM, newenglandbike wrote: > I also have a Quickbeam and I'm using Tektro CR720 brakes- I can't > recommend them enough! Though they are slightly larger in the > lateral direction, they are shorter in the vertical direction than, > say, the Shimano cantis.However the geometry of these brakes seems > to make a huge positive difference in braking power. > > On Nov 30, 8:34 am, Ray Shine wrote: > > > > > > I can't agree more with Angus and others about the beefier brakes. > That's my next project and upgrade, probably with Tektro CR720s. > > > > > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
RE: [RBW] Re: Advice on building up a Quickbeam (+introduction)
I have a medium basket on my mini front rack on my QB, and it's surprisingly capacious (with or without the medium Shopsack, which I love for commuting). You might give it a try -- you could be surprised. Re the large basket, Keven at Riv had a large basket on his mini on his QB (see staff bike pictures under Bike Models on the Riv website for a picture), and he told me it was not stable. He suggested a Platrack to me if I wanted to have a Large basket, and I may yet try it, though I like the medium basket fine. -Original Message- From: i.e. [mailto:ien...@gmail.com] Sent: Monday, November 30, 2009 10:48 PM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] Re: Advice on building up a Quickbeam (+introduction) Thanks for the warm welcome and great information. I just got back from Rivendell this evening. Here's what I've decided on so far, based on your recommendations and the input of the Rivendell folk. I went with the CR720s for the brakes. I also decided to start off with noodle bars, the mini-front rack, and fenders. I was disappointed to discover that the medium Wald basket is a lot smaller than I had imagined. I'm hoping I can fit a large basket on that mini-rack--has anyone tried this? I also plan to fit a 14 tooth track cog with a bb lock ring on the flip side of the stock hub. So there it is, folks. Thanks for the help. I'll post pictures sometime next week! Isaac -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- To ensure compliance with Treasury Department regulations, we advise you that, unless otherwise expressly indicated, any federal tax advice contained in this message was not intended or written to be used, and cannot be used, for the purpose of (i) avoiding tax-related penalties under the Internal Revenue Code or applicable state or local tax law provisions or (ii) promoting, marketing or recommending to another party any tax-related matters addressed herein. This email (and any attachments thereto) is intended only for use by the addressee(s) named herein and may contain legally privileged and/or confidential information. If you are not the intended recipient of this email, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this email (and any attachments thereto) is strictly prohibited. If you receive this email in error please immediately notify me at (212) 735-3000 and permanently delete the original email (and any copy of any email) and any printout thereof. Further information about the firm, a list of the Partners and their professional qualifications will be provided upon request. == -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
RE: [RBW] Re: Advice on building up a Quickbeam (+introduction)
Yep, I'll ditto the medium basket, as well. I had one strapped to the front rack for a long time. Very useful and handy, really. I might go back to that set up one day. I'm fickle when it comes to rigging a bike. I love tweaking the mix. Riv's are great for that, too. RS --- On Mon, 11/30/09, Allingham II, Thomas J wrote: From: Allingham II, Thomas J Subject: RE: [RBW] Re: Advice on building up a Quickbeam (+introduction) To: "'rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com'" Date: Monday, November 30, 2009, 8:13 PM I have a medium basket on my mini front rack on my QB, and it's surprisingly capacious (with or without the medium Shopsack, which I love for commuting). You might give it a try -- you could be surprised. Re the large basket, Keven at Riv had a large basket on his mini on his QB (see staff bike pictures under Bike Models on the Riv website for a picture), and he told me it was not stable. He suggested a Platrack to me if I wanted to have a Large basket, and I may yet try it, though I like the medium basket fine. -Original Message- From: i.e. [mailto:ien...@gmail.com] Sent: Monday, November 30, 2009 10:48 PM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] Re: Advice on building up a Quickbeam (+introduction) Thanks for the warm welcome and great information. I just got back from Rivendell this evening. Here's what I've decided on so far, based on your recommendations and the input of the Rivendell folk. I went with the CR720s for the brakes. I also decided to start off with noodle bars, the mini-front rack, and fenders. I was disappointed to discover that the medium Wald basket is a lot smaller than I had imagined. I'm hoping I can fit a large basket on that mini-rack--has anyone tried this? I also plan to fit a 14 tooth track cog with a bb lock ring on the flip side of the stock hub. So there it is, folks. Thanks for the help. I'll post pictures sometime next week! Isaac -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- To ensure compliance with Treasury Department regulations, we advise you that, unless otherwise expressly indicated, any federal tax advice contained in this message was not intended or written to be used, and cannot be used, for the purpose of (i) avoiding tax-related penalties under the Internal Revenue Code or applicable state or local tax law provisions or (ii) promoting, marketing or recommending to another party any tax-related matters addressed herein. This email (and any attachments thereto) is intended only for use by the addressee(s) named herein and may contain legally privileged and/or confidential information. If you are not the intended recipient of this email, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this email (and any attachments thereto) is strictly prohibited. If you receive this email in error please immediately notify me at (212) 735-3000 and permanently delete the original email (and any copy of any email) and any printout thereof. Further information about the firm, a list of the Partners and their professional qualifications will be provided upon request. == -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Advice on building up a Quickbeam (+introduction)
That's what I was thinking when I put my money down on the last(?) 66cm frame before Thanksgiving. I just called Riv and found that I'm fourth in the build line and it should ship out by the end of this week or early next. Yipee! It'll have CR720's as well. I'm going with the White 16-19 and no-name 22 on the flip side along with the stock 40/32 in front. It'll also have a Nitto Top Rack in back, a Mini in front, and the two bolt seat post because I'm on the heavier end of things. I'm starting with moustache bars because I really like how they felt on a Bomba when I visited Riv last March. I already have a large Sackville Saddlesack for the rear. I bought it to use around town earlier this year and love it. However it never looked right on the bike I was using at the time and my current about town bike wouldn't do either. So clearly I had to buy a Riv to go under the bag. I'll be riding it about town of course (Honolulu) and hopefully going on the John B. Kelley Haleiwa Metric Century with it next year at the end of April. [http://www.hbl.org/?q=node/221] I found a link to the route on MapMyRide at http://www.mapmyride.com/ride/united-states/hi/honolulu/683418953 The distance isn't the issue (especially as it's flat), but rather the timing. It looks like I'll be on the island (I have to travel a fair bit), so all should be well. I can guarantee I won't be the fastest, but there's a chance I'll be the most stylish. :-) Aloha! Bob On Tue, Dec 1, 2009 at 9:01 AM, Esteban wrote: > The Quickbeam is one heck of a bike. Too > bad there'll be no more new ones. > > -- Robert Harrison rfharri...@gmail.com statrixblog.statrix.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
