[RBW] Re: wtb: Betty Foy (50cm)

[Shoji Takahashi]

There's a 50cm Cheviot complete on 
Riv: http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/wsf-148.htm



On Wednesday, July 29, 2015 at 1:16:49 PM UTC-4, Eric wrote:
>
> Still looking for a 50cm (or 52cm)
>
> Thanks!!
>

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[RBW] Re: Finally done it.

[Shoji Takahashi]

Congrats, Wayne! Downhills and tailwinds to you... there may be bumps on 
the trails for you, but we're cheering you on and looking forward to the 
next chapter.

shoji



On Sunday, August 2, 2015 at 6:34:06 PM UTC-4, Wayne Naha wrote:
>
> It's been a long time coming.  After being in this group for I don't know 
> how long, I have finally become a legitimate, fully fledged member by 
> purchasing a lovely new Clem Smith, Jr. bicycle.  I got the medium size, 
> and I got it in green.  Partly because that was the only color left when I 
> ordered and mostly because that was the color I liked best.  It was just 
> luck that the green was left, but the other colors would have been fine. 
>  Now all the medium size Clems are sold out, so it's fortunate that I 
> purchased when I did.
> This bike is significant to me because it is a reward to myself, from 
> myself, for getting my act cleaned up.  First off, it will be a year next 
> month that I have been following Grant's low carb diet regimen.  Really, it 
> was Grant who got me started.  I had emailed him to ask which Riv bike a 
> fat guy might ride and enjoy.  He replied back that almost any would work, 
> but that if interested, he would send me a copy of Gary Taubes book "Why We 
> Get Fat."  I had my doubts that anything like a "fad" diet would be 
> helpful, but decided to at least read the book.  Grant sent me the book and 
> I read it.  I was recovering from a work related knee injury at the time 
> and so had plenty of time to read.  Then one morning I got on our scale and 
> I weighed 263 lbs., ten pounds more than my 'normal' weight.  That made the 
> decision for me.  Now nearly a year later, I am at 215 lbs.  Yes, I do have 
> more to go, but this is about the halfway point.  It's all down hill from 
> here, right?  And in that same year I have given up drinking and 
> ditched my Lexapro script (with support of Dr.).  Now that last, about the 
> booze, might sound more dramatic than it really was.  It's not like I had 
> to go to rehab and detox, or anything like that.  I just had to make a 
> decision.  But now I am starting what feels like a new life and it will be 
> on a new bike.
> It is the least of all Rivs, yes, but I think the Clem will do just fine 
> by me.  In my view, the Clem is 90% of a Hunqapillar at 30% of the price, 
> so I think it is a bargain.  These last few weeks will drag the longest now 
> until the Clems are ready for delivery, but I am very happy and grateful to 
> be standing where I am. 
>

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[RBW] Re: Ride Report: Summit of the Patricks

[Shoji Takahashi]

great pics-- makes me very happy to see the Patricks shredding together.

shoji


On Thursday, August 6, 2015 at 4:24:42 PM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote:
>
> We navigated the logistics and met at Rampart Reservoir while Patrick of 
> the Moore was here in the highlands. After mastering the astrophysics of 
> disk brakes and the sun spot  expansion of brake pad effect on his front 
> brake, we got underway and had an amazing ride.
>
> What a pleasure to meet and get to ride and share toil and sweat views and 
> flowers and amazing trail and road, including “you’re joking, right?” roads 
> with the added feature of providing toe floss for the shoeless. Grin.
>
> Thank you for a fantastic ride, Patrick! Fantastic gift.
>
> We Photoshopped, er, used a tripod, and obtained proof that we can be seen 
> together. Check out the evidence but please, don’t zoom in too closely at 
> the fuzzy pixels or incongruent lighting. 
> https://www.flickr.com/photos/32311885@N07/sets/72157656815085416 
>
> With abandon,
> Patrick
>
> *www.MindYourHeadCoop.org *
> *www.OurHolyConception.org *
>
>

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[RBW] Re: Tested 6 pairs of 700c (29in) tires - results and impressions

[Shoji Takahashi]

Thanks, Takashi! I'll add Thunder Burts to my list for the Hunqapillar. 



On Thursday, September 3, 2015 at 3:35:46 AM UTC-4, Takashi wrote:
>
>
> 
> I tested various 700c (29-inch) tires on a same route to see how they 
> perform, and I thought I'd share the results here.
>
> Please note that this is not a detailed study, as I rode only once with 
> each pair.
> Climate conditions as well as my body condition differed from one day to 
> another, so that might have affected results.
>
>
> *THE TIRES:*
> The tires I tested are following 6 pairs:
>
> Maxxis CrossMark 29x2.1 (52/52-622) 60TPI, single compound
> Schwalbe Thunder Burt 29x2.10 (54-622) RaceGuard
> Schwalbe Furious Fred 29x2.00 (50-622)
> Bruce Gordon Rock-n-Road 700x43 (43-622)
> Schwalbe Marathon Mondial 700x40 (42-622) Performance Line, wired
> Compass Barlow Pass 700x38 (38-622) standard casing
>
>
> *THE ROUTE:*
> The route is 20.4 kilometers (12.7 miles) long, which consists of 4 
> portions:
> Portion 1: paved; 7.6km (4.7mi); 271m (889ft) ascent; 91m (298ft) descent
> Portion 2: dirt/gravel; 2.6km (1.6mi); 210m (689ft) ascent; no descent
> Portion 3: dirt/gravel; 5.4km (3.4mi); no ascent; 406m (1332ft) descent
> Portion 4: paved; 4.8km (3.0mi); 74m (243ft) ascent; 79m (259ft) descent
>
>
> *RESULTS:*
> Please see the attached chart for the results.
>
>
> *IMPRESSIONS:*
>
> *Cross Mark (15psi front, 25psi rear)*
> It felt a bit sluggish when climbing.
> Rear wheel sometimes slipped in portion 2.
> Difficulty when descending in portion 3 as rear wheel sometimes skidded, 
> but looking at GPS data, these were fastest, so maybe it wasn't bad.
>
> *Thunder Burt (20psi front, 30psi rear)*
> I recall that someone wrote about these tires as "smooth as butter," and I 
> absolutely agree. Very smooth both on pavement and on gravel. Also they 
> felt less sluggish than Cross Marks, thus easier to climb.
> It was easier to handle on gravel than Cross Marks, though rear wheel 
> slipped a bit in portion 2.
> Also I felt them easier to handle in portion 3.
> By the way, I always took brief rests (a few minutes) between portions. 
> Looking at GPS data, I noticed that my rest was shorter when testing 
> Thunder Burts and Furious Freds. I guess their smoothness or 
> non-sluggishness made me less tired, thus requiring shorter break.
> (It's possible that it was due to climate conditions, not tires.)
> I put TBs on my Hunq when I went touring this August, and they served very 
> well.
> https://www.flickr.com/photos/77318553@N08/albums/72157655035690913
>
> Furious Fred (22psi front, 30psi rear)
> Least sluggish among tires I tested, and indeed very fast when climbing.
> As I wrote above, I needed shorter break between portions.
> I did not notice slipping in portion 2, easy to handle in portion 3.
> So I liked them very much, but on another day when I rode unpaved road 
> with these tires, I found a few cuts on the tread (not sidewall). Schwalbe 
> website suggests that they are fragile, and indeed they are.
> I am reluctant to use them for long-distance ride when the route includes 
> unpaved roads.
>
> Rock n Road (30psi front, 38psi rear)
> They feel relatively smooth both on pavement and dirt, but extremely 
> sluggish when climbing.
> I had to resort to lower gears with these tires than with other tires.
> Handling was fine in portions 2 and 3, but harder to handle than fatter 
> tires.
>
> Marathon Mondial (30psi front, 38psi rear)
> Felt less sluggish than RnR.
> Among tires I tested, these felt hardest to handle on gravel road.
> So I was surprised when I checked GPS data to find that these performed 
> pretty well in portions 2 and 3.
> I have always thought that these are "slow" tires, so I have not used them 
> often, but I will have to change my mind and use them more often to see how 
> they perform.
>
> Barlow Pass (38psi front, 42psi rear)
> Before the test, I expected these to be fastest, especially when climbing 
> paved road, but I was wrong.
> Compared to Furious Freds, Barlow Pass felt slow, and I felt more tired.
> (Maybe because it was a hot day when I tested these.)
> In portions 2 and 3, I felt them difficult to handle. Felt easier than 
> Marathons, but slower actually.
> Extralight ones might be faster, but I guess that they are as fragile as 
> Furious Freds.
>
>
> Takashi
>
>

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[RBW] Re: So why no Titanium Wald basket?

[Shoji Takahashi]

At ~$20-ish, I'd rather the basket blow up than the rack to which it's 
mounted! 

BTW: did you see what Manny did to his Sam frame a while ago? He's a force 
of nature... consider parts replaceable rather than long lived. :)

shoji



On Tuesday, September 8, 2015 at 8:03:17 AM UTC-4, Garth wrote:
>
>
>Wire baskets were never designed to be mounted on top of racks were 
> they ?
>
>   As Anton stated if your going to mount it on top of racks by all means 
> reinforce it ! You'd do the same thing with a woven or bamboo basket too .  
>
> Or get creative. There are lots and lots of wire baskets out there . Many 
> are a heavier gauge , like this one for example :  
> http://www.amazon.com/Shabby-Cottage-Rectangle-Basket-Handles/dp/B005FAGBWG/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top?ie=UTF8
>

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[RBW] Re: The Impossible School Commute

[Shoji Takahashi]

This makes me so happy. Kudos to you and your boys! 

shoji


On Wednesday, September 9, 2015 at 12:03:09 AM UTC-4, LeahFoy wrote:
>
> This year we enrolled the boys in a new charter school. It is over 2 miles 
> from home and a VERY challenging commute - all downhill to school, all 
> uphill home. It's the kind of hill that cyclists in Lycra who ride carbon 
> bikes flock to for the challenge. No one thought this was a viable bike 
> commute, at least not with children. It's too hot, they said. That hill is 
> too steep, they said. Your younger child is only six, they said. My kids 
> would never do that, they said. 
>
> We've made it most days and it sure has been freeing! Further bolstering 
> my decision was a giant neighborhood squabble on the Nextdoor app.  There 
> was outrage over parents parking all over the neighborhood, blocking 
> driveways and driving erratically. It got all sorts of nasty, so I finally 
> chimed in. Since there are just too many cars and no place to park them,  I 
> encouraged those parents who head home after dropping off/picking up kids 
> to bike with their kids. (I totally kept it from being preachy. I was going 
> for a you-want-what-I-got approach.) I told them I meet lovely people, get 
> exercise, and best of all, I'm not angry. I nudged then into getting a 
> commuter with a shiny new bell and a basket. And then I said they must come 
> to dinner at my house so we can chat all about it. The next day people were 
> honking and waving and yelling, "Go, Leah!" on the way to school. Since I 
> was practically the only biking mom out there, I was recognized easily. 
> Pedestrians stopped me and said, "You must be Leah!" I made a plethora of 
> friends overnight. Now I ring my bell and wave and yell "Good morning!" and 
> people love it. Best of all, I now see several parents on bikes dropping 
> off and picking up with kids at school. What a welcome sight! 
>
> I put one photo here, but check out the other recent ones in the album. 
> Pictures proved you can change your collective attitude, one bike at a 
> time. Also, please notice my bicycle necklace because it's DARLING. 
>
> https://flic.kr/p/y7fnUF

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[RBW] Re: Rivendell Goat Gloves

[Shoji Takahashi]

I like my MUSA Mitts-- unfortunately [currently] "Sold Out". 

They work great as a wind break and can be worn over gloves for extra 
insulation. Easy on/off when you need to use your fingers. I like the cord 
to fasten 'em to my wrists.

shoji




On Monday, November 28, 2016 at 12:37:58 PM UTC-5, LeahFoy wrote:
>
> Does anyone have these: 
> https://www.rivbike.com/products/goat-gloves?variant=23335673921
>
> I have a cheap pair of velvet gloves that are worn thin. I need a new pair 
> and thought I'd look at Riv first. These won't win me any beauty contests, 
> but if they were really wonderful, I'd just as soon give Riv the business. 
> There are no reviews and only one photo. Anyone have and love these? 
>
> Thanks!
>
>

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[RBW] Re: Does the Rosco Road have vertical drop-out?

[Shoji Takahashi]

Rosco Road Frameset - 53 cm Preorder shows horizontal... the new one. 
https://www.rivbike.com/collections/framesets/products/rosco-road-frameset-53cm-preorder

Quick look at the others seemed the same--> horizontal.

shoji


On Tuesday, November 29, 2016 at 4:12:02 PM UTC-5, Rod Holland wrote:
>
> Perhaps this was in the blug, if so, I missed it. Dangerously curious...
>
> rod
>

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Re: [RBW] Re: Choosing between Sam and Joe

[Shoji Takahashi]

Hi Ashwath,
No, Compass's tire offerings do not have "flat protection". Compass uses 
"supple" casings for comfort, speed, handling. By using wider tires at 
lower pressures, flats are not as likely to occur. 

If you ride in goat head country, or places that are likely to have wires, 
nails, etc., that could penetrate the casing, then you might benefit from a 
different tire. I ride on city streets around Boston area with Compass 
tires. I have gotten the occasional flat, but that's a compromise that I'm 
willing to make for the ride quality of the tires. 

(By contrast, I dread putting on the winter studded tires that are slow, 
sluggish, and a lot of work to pedal against.)

RE: tire choice
There are many tire choices in different sizes. The question for you is 
whether the choices that exist are good for the riding you do (and want to 
do). Having more tire choices for riding conditions that you're not going 
to encounter doesn't offer real choice.

Good luck,
Shoji




On Wednesday, November 30, 2016 at 4:03:01 PM UTC-5, Ashwath Akirekadu 
wrote:
>
> Do these tires have some sort of flat protection?
>
>
>
> On Tuesday, 29 November 2016 07:51:06 UTC-8, Bob K. wrote:
>>
>> Alex Wrote:
>>
>> "Based on what you will do with it most often, Sam is king.  Throw on 
>> some Compass Baby Shoe tires and you're off to the races (It'll feel 
>> FAST!!)."
>>
>> I think you meant Barlow Pass, not Baby Shoe, but I don't blame you at 
>> all for getting the names confused. Happens to me almost every time someone 
>> writes the names of Compass tires. That said, I love the names and how they 
>> refer to specific passes, regardless of the potential (and my actual) 
>> confusion.
>>
>> And clearly you're right; the OP will love either bike as long as he 
>> chooses the one that feels best when he rides it. 
>>
>> Bob K. in Baltimore
>>
>

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Re: [RBW] Compass Guide to

[Shoji Takahashi]

Hi Igor,
IIRC:
"P" series is for higher energy need, e.g., need to charge phone/GPS/device 
and power light, or using 700C. The Schmidt comparison is SON28. 
"S" series is for lower energy needs, e.g., lights only, or smaller wheels. 
Schmidt comparison is SonDelux.

For spirited riding with 650b, I think many recommend SV series because 
it's smaller, lighter, and less rotational resistance than P. If you plan 
on doing multi-day touring, you might want to choose P, but maybe not.

Good luck,
Shoji




On Friday, December 2, 2016 at 2:50:48 PM UTC-5, Belopsky wrote:
>
> Bill - Is this hub fine for 650b or is the SV version better? 
>
> About $30 more gets you the new SV-9 
> http://www.bikemania.biz/shutter-precision-sp-sv-9-dynomo-hub-32h.html
>
> On Fri, Dec 2, 2016 at 2:48 PM, Bill Lindsay  > wrote:
>
>> Igor posted a link to the Shutter Precision PV-8 for $86.99
>>
>> Dollar for dollar, you cannot do better than that.  $87 for a SP PV-8 
>> (free shipping and no tax) is like stealing.  Their claim that $144 is 
>> retail is a little misleading, but still, $87 is an incredible price for a 
>> VERY VERY good dynamo hub.  You'd have to resort to shoplifting to beat 
>> that value. 
>>
>> Bill Lindsay
>> El Cerrito, CA
>>
>>
>> On Friday, December 2, 2016 at 11:03:07 AM UTC-8, Belopsky wrote:
>>>
>>> Jeez well for this price, "I cant afford not to"
>>>
>>>
>>> https://www.westernbikeworks.com/product/shutter-precision-pv-8-dynamo-front-hub?v=s32&adl=1&utm_campaign=products&utm_source=google&utm_medium=base&adl=1&gclid=CNPn19aY1tACFUQdaQodtLUGkw
>>>
>>> Someone talk me out of this before 5PM or I'm ordering it for my 650b 
>>> wheelset..
>>>
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[RBW] Re: Front rack for Appaloosa fork mounts

[Shoji Takahashi]

Rob at Ocean Air Cycles also shows how to use Surly hardware to secure a 
Soma Porteur to the upper fork mounts.
http://oceanaircycles.com/2013/10/18/upper-porteur-mounting/

This could probably be used with Pass and Stow, and many other racks. 

shoji


On Monday, December 19, 2016 at 3:13:45 PM UTC-5, Joe Bernard wrote:
>
> Hmm. I wasn't planning on such a big front rack, but the Pass and Stow is 
> built just down the highway from me. I like it! 

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[RBW] Re: Another Rosco v2 Build

[Shoji Takahashi]

Frame back makes it perfect. 
shoji



On Wednesday, December 21, 2016 at 3:04:49 PM UTC-5, Jon BALER wrote:
>
> Added a few new photos of my build with new bags - R.E. Load basket bag  & 
> Custom Rogue Panda frame bag 
>
> https://www.flickr.com/photos/jon_baler/albums/72157674307963623
>
>
>
> On Wednesday, November 2, 2016 at 10:45:22 AM UTC-4, Ryan Fleming wrote:
>>
>> I have to say...the black crank ,fenders, etc. really suit that bike. It 
>> looks goodalso as a long-time  (23 years) rider of Moustache bars 
>> myself, I'm curious as to how the Choco-norms work out for you, since I'm 
>> taking a plunge on them for my new Rivendell...oh and did I mention that 
>> Rosco is kinda growing on me? Anyway, nice build
>>
>> On Tuesday, November 1, 2016 at 8:46:52 PM UTC-5, Jon BALER wrote:
>>>
>>> Here are some outdoor photos
>>>
>>>
>>> On Tuesday, November 1, 2016 at 1:22:52 AM UTC-4, Joe Bernard wrote:

 That's sweet. I love the tall headtube/slammed bars look. 
>>>
>>>

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[RBW] Re: Spyshots of my custom mixte - happy days

[Shoji Takahashi]

wow! Happy New Year, Ryan.
Tailwinds, shoji



On Wednesday, January 4, 2017 at 11:36:11 AM UTC-5, Ryan Fleming wrote:
>
> Mark at Rivendell was kind enough to shoot a few pics of my custom in 
> progress. Inside shots but the color looks  like it turned out as I hoped
>
> Hopefully you can view these. 
>
> Happy new year , everyone !
>

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[RBW] Re: Rosco kids bike

[Shoji Takahashi]

Here are two pics from Manny's IG:
https://www.instagram.com/p/BO_V3Tkh6Tr/?taken-by=mannyacosta
https://www.instagram.com/p/BOpe4afhPqo/?taken-by=mannyacosta

shoji
Arlington MA


On Friday, January 13, 2017 at 2:21:03 PM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote:
>
> Stoker concisely inquired:
>
> Photo's?
>
>
> Here is a link to a photo of a kids bike frameset with the Rosco Bubbe 
> proto-label:
>
> http://media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lv6jzxHE0G1qdvnvk.jpg
>
> As dstein said, there was never a concrete plan to make and sell kids 
> bikes.  They once took the groups temperature with a couple questions like: 
> If we made a kids bike frameset and it cost $500, would you want to buy 
> one?  I'd guess that today the real cost would be something very much like 
> the current Rosco Bubbe frames.  Rivendell doesn't think there's a 
> sufficient demand for a $925 kids bike frame, and I agree with Riv in that 
> opinion.  
>
> Bill Lindsay
> El Cerrito, CA
>  
>

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Re: [RBW] Re: RIVEOPARDY

[Shoji Takahashi]

Me, too, Joe. Buckwheat answer; I didn't know where to start.

shoji

On Thursday, January 19, 2017 at 11:41:30 PM UTC-5, Joe Bernard wrote:
>
> If I can ask this without generating guesses to the quiz, was everybody 
> stumped by "buckwheat" ? That's the one where I threw in the towel. I just 
> want to know if it stumped you, not the answer to the question itself. 

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[RBW] Re: Clem-L's first march and rally and a brief 5-month update

[Shoji Takahashi]

Very useful update, Linda. Thanks very much for the info on the multisack 
and Clem setup. Living in the Boston area, I've tried and still have 
studded tires in the bike shed-- I really don't enjoy riding with them, 
though. Fortunately, most winter days are clear enough to use regular tires.

tailwinds, shoji



On Sunday, January 22, 2017 at 11:22:47 AM UTC-5, LLM wrote:
>
>
> 
>
> This fuzzy image was captured yesterday near the NY State Capitol building 
> in Albany, NY.  With a crowd estimated at 7000, I managed to catch one 
> "Nice Bike!", and had a conversation about hip replacements and 
> step-through frames with a guy with a very sore hip, whose bike was parked 
> in front of mine.  
>
>
> This is the current winter setup, five months after New Bike Day.  A few 
> thoughts to mark the occasion:
>
>
> It's a "meh" so far with the Nokian A10 studded tires.  They feel squirmy 
> in turns compared to the Mount and Grounds that I had on the Surly, though 
> to be fair, I haven't played much with tire pressures.  Snow melt that 
> turns to ice patches after sundown is common here in upstate NY; squirmy 
> seems a small price to pay for the peace of mind of having studs.  I have 
> returned to using the stock saddle after riding through the late summer and 
> fall with a Brooks B67S.  This saddle is surprisingly comfortable, and I 
> love not having to worry about the weather, or about someone taking it. 
> I've also grown to like the look.  I just started using the Extra Small 
> SaddleSack as a handlebar bag.  Among other things, I store my lighting 
> gear in it.  I like being able to simply pull the battery pack cord 
>  through the zipper opening to connect my CygoLight MityCross.  The bottom 
> of the Sackville MultiSack attached to the Pletscher Clem rack is just 
> visible through the rear wheel.  This is not Riv's most handsome bag, IMO, 
> but I use it more than any other for city riding.  Yesterday, I stored a 
> wallet, gloves, shoulder strap, bus pass and cable lock in it; its slim 
> profile was well-suited for walking a bike in a crowd.  I have adapted to 
> the quirks of the stock thumb shifters, but a touch of arthritis in my 
> thumbs has me collecting parts to switch to bar-end shifters.  I haven't 
> decided whether I will try modifying the Ergon BioKork grips for cable 
> routing, or just wrap the bars.
>
>
> All for now.
>
> Linda
>
>

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[RBW] Re: dynamo light decisions: Lumotec or Edelux?

[Shoji Takahashi]

Hi Patch,
I have IQ-X running off SON28 on my Hunqapillar. It's mounted to my Nitto 
Mini Front rack and connected to a rear fender-mounted tail light from Velo 
Lumino. 

Thoughts to consider:
If you move to a custom rack in the future, how will you want to mount the 
light? Edelux II cannot be mounted "upside down"; for that you would need 
to purchase the hanging version. The IQ-X can be mounted upright or 
inverted. You have to loosen the mount, but that's straightforward to do.

Will you mount a rear dynamo-powered light? IQ-X has two terminals; I think 
hanging Edelux II is grounded to the housing; I don't know about regular 
Edelux II. That might be important for how you would connect rear light. 

BTW: for trail riding, I think you'll need a secondary light (e.g., 
headlamp). The cut-off on IQ-X is terrific for commuting and keeping light 
out of the eyes of oncoming traffic. However, you probably want light above 
the cutoff for the trails.

Good luck!
shoji



On Thursday, January 26, 2017 at 2:22:22 PM UTC-5, Patch T wrote:
>
> Almost most definitely have narrowed it down to the Busch+Müller Lumotec 
> IQ-X and the Schmidt Edelux II, and now I cannot decide between the two. 
> I would love to hear from anyone has had experience with both, or anyone 
> who knows enough about both to help way the technical pros and cons. 
>
> - they'll run off a SON28 hub
> - mounted to a Nitto Mark's rack for now
> - mounted to a custom rack and/or a Tubus Tara in the future
> - city riding and night time trail riding, the occasional long tour, the 
> frequent s24o...
>
> Thanks, bunch.
>
> Love,
> Patch
>
>
>
>
>
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[RBW] Re: F.S. 55cm Bleriot frame set

[Shoji Takahashi]

Hi Derek,
I'm 81 PBH, too. (Saddle height ~70.) I ride 56cm AHH; there's little 
standover with Compass 650x38 tires. 55cm Bleriot would work for me, 
probably you, too.

If you're using upright bars, no problem. If drops, then it depends.

good luck!
shoji


On Thursday, January 26, 2017 at 1:40:03 PM UTC-5, Derek Lawrence wrote:
>
> Anyone have impressions of sizing on the Bleriot? I have PBH of 81.3. It 
> looks like 55 may be a bit big.
>
>
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[RBW] Re: Roscoe Mixte Pics

[Shoji Takahashi]

wonderful. That's a great looking bike; JA fork curve is perfect.

shoji
Arlington MA

On Thursday, February 23, 2017 at 6:43:55 PM UTC-5, Ray Varella wrote:
>
> I remembered to take my phone and get some Roscoe pics...and a gratuitous 
> Allrounder shot. 
>
> Ray
> Vallejo CA
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Re: [RBW] Re: Doing wheelies on the Cheviot

[Shoji Takahashi]

Here's a short video of someone doing a wheelie on a big dummy. 
https://youtu.be/XApaldQGvQI

(I wish it included him popping up the front end.)

shoji



On Sunday, March 5, 2017 at 8:55:25 AM UTC-5, masmojo wrote:
>
> In my younger days I could  wheelie just about anything, but there's a 
> huge difference between popping a wheelie and riding a wheelie! Long top 
> tube & long chain stays make both more difficult, but your  typical racing 
> bike, is pretty  short so less challenging. 
> The most difficult part is just the initial lift, which is a combination 
> of having the right gear and timing your lift of the front with a strong 
> stab at the pedals. From there you simply have to find the balance point.
> I used to be able to wheelie my sisters stingray for a couple blocks, but 
> I've known guys who would ride wheelies so much that they almost didn't 
> need the front wheel at all! LOL
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[RBW] Re: Helpful resources for building a bike at home?

[Shoji Takahashi]

Riv also has some helpful videos:
https://www.rivbike.com/pages/videos-5

The trick to putting together a bike (or pretty much anything) is to know 
when you need to use force and when to ask for help. 

Good luck!
shoji



On Wednesday, March 15, 2017 at 2:56:55 PM UTC-4, Leslie wrote:
>
>
> This is what I go by...
>
> http://www.cyclofiend.com/Images/pdf/RR28_bikeassembly.pdf 
>
>
> Combined with the instructions for the specific derailleurs, that should 
> get you in the ballpark
>
>
>
>
>
> On Wednesday, March 15, 2017 at 2:42:03 PM UTC-4, Max Bergen wrote:
>>
>> My Hunq is being delivered in a few days and I plan on building the bike 
>> myself.  I was hoping some folks would have helpful resources on process 
>> and tools for installing: 
>>
>> -BB
>> -crankset
>> -derailleurs
>> -chain
>> -brakes and levers and cables
>> -thumbie shifters and cables 
>>
>> Thanks! 
>> -Max
>>
>>
>>
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[RBW] Re: Clem L (low bar) for longer rides?

[Shoji Takahashi]

Hi Roberta,
You mentioned that you have two bikes and go faster on one vs the other.

What's your motivation for getting another bike? How are those bikes 
limiting your exercise rides of 40 - 50 miles?

I think the upright position hindering distance rides can be misleading. 
But like saddles, pedals, colors, &c: those are personal preferences. 

Good luck!
shoji



On Monday, March 20, 2017 at 8:09:19 PM UTC-4, Roberta wrote:
>
> For those of you who own this, how do you feel about Clem for longer 
> "exercise" rides--40-50 miles-- that is NOT touring.That is, I won't 
> load the bike with anything other than what I need on a one day 
> jaunt--lunch, flat kit, water, windbreaker, etc.  I don't want a slog of a 
> bike. (yes, I do realize that the "engine" is most important, but this 
> engine has two bikes and I go faster on one vs. the other.)  Most of the 
> area is flat, but in the city park and in some of the suburbs, it is hilly.
>
> I did consider a used Cheviot, but didn't get the sense that it was a 
> "long ride" bike-- a bit too upright.  I could be wrong.
>
> I'm considering a Clem L so I can do (and want to do more often) longer 
> exercise rides.   My minimum ride is 12.5 miles (1 hour) , but I like to go 
> 25 miles (2 hours) each weekend day.  Once or twice a month I'd like to do 
> a longer ride. 
>
> Thanks,
> Roberta, PBH 82.5, 57 YO, trying to get into better health
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[RBW] Re: Advice on Choosing a New Rivendell Appaloosa, Hillborne or Clem

[Shoji Takahashi]

Hi Jonathan,
Why isn't the Riv Romulus your first choice for commuting?

What do you like/dislike about the Romulus? 

I think answers to the above might inform your decision.

Good luck!
shoji



On Thursday, March 23, 2017 at 11:35:57 AM UTC-4, Jonathan Donehower wrote:
>
> This is my first post.  I have been commuting regularly now for over a 
> year and ready to buy a new bike with my wife's support. We will be going 
> to one car and VW will partially subsidize this purchase with the Diesel 
> Scandal settlement.  I am struggling to decide which model to buy and was 
> wondering what advice you all might have.  I am debating between the Sam, 
> Joe and Clem.  I realize there is probably no bad choice.   I currently 
> have two bikes.  I have a Rivendell Romulus I purchased from a friend but 
> it isn't my first choice for commuting.  I also converted a Jamis Nova 
> Steel bike (probably similar to the cross check) to a more relaxed ride 
> with the Soma Oxford Bars.  I enjoy the bike but thinking I want the 
> flexibility of larger wheels, and a more upright position.  Currently 
> running 32 mm. I don't really go on bike tours since riding the Oregon 
> Coast with the wrong equipment 9 years back but as my kids grow up, I would 
> like that flexibility. It would mostly be for weekend rides, fire roads and 
> primarily commuting.
>
> The Joe Appaloosa seems to be a reflect Grant's latest thinking on bikes. 
>  It seems like a fantastic bike but perhaps overkill for what I ride.  I am 
> not sure I need 45 mm tires and 52 CS.  But then I think perhaps I should 
> just go all in on the Rivendell philosophy instead of taking baby steps. 
>  The Joe seems like the heir to the Atlantis reflecting what Grant has 
> learned over the last decade.
>
> The Clem Smith Jr seems like a wonderful bike and very similar to the Joe. 
>  I can't figure out after reading the lists what the real differences would 
> be beyond lugs.  I have some concern with the sizing.  My PBH of 85cm would 
> put me at a 52 in the Clem (55 in the Joe).  I am at the top end of the 
> sizing.  I am 6 ft with shorter legs. In fact the 52 would fit both my wife 
> at 5'3" and me at 6 ft.  Logically I realize this bike would fit my needs 
> but then emotionally I got back to the Joe.
>
> I am also looking at the Sam Hillborne seems like it might be a good 
> compromise.  it takes fat wheels, good for light touring (probably heavy 
> touring by my standards) and allows for a more relaxed fit.  I also think I 
> would be losing long-term flexibility and I weigh 210 lbs, and might be 
> better off with the more robust bike.  
>
> Again I realize there is probably no wrong choice but would love to hear 
> your thoughts.  I love reading the forum, I really appreciate the Rivendell 
> philosophy and excited to take a big jump in.  
>
>
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[RBW] Re: HubbuHubbuH - First Loaded Tour

[Shoji Takahashi]

Great story, Ken. I've got a sage-HHH doing commute duty with my SO. We're 
getting used to it... :)

Looking forward to having my kids stoke. Maybe another year before my son 
is tall enough.

tailwinds, shoji



On Tuesday, August 1, 2017 at 1:33:44 AM UTC-4, Ken Yokanovich wrote:
>
> In hindsight, it may not have been the best conceived plan but I am a firm 
> believer that a bit of naïvety makes for a good bicycle adventure. An open 
> mind, willingness to go-with-the-flow, sometimes a series of weird events 
> comes together to make for interesting life experiences.
>
> Quick string of events leading up to the "accidental" purchase of a 
> HubbuHubbuH tandem: 
>
>- 17 year old daughter tears ACL second time
>- Cancel snowboard/ski trip to Whistler. (Role reversal - daughter 
>skis, 46 year-old dad snowboards.)
>- Impromptu replacement vacation March west-coast road-trip places 
>father and daughter in Walnut Creek 
>- Daughter - Dad best favoritist tandem combo ever takes HubbuHubbuH 
>out for test ride - hooked and instantly regret having not been on 
>pre-order.
>- Place name on "list" for "if there is ever a second run of tandems, 
>I'd be interested."
>- Email to contact Dave at Rivendell that there are a few tandem 
>frames available
>- Call, talk briefly with Dave - how could I *not* order one?
>
> Before ordering the Rivendell, I'd rationalized how good we had it with 
> our old steel Abatrossed Trek T200. My next bike was going to be another 
> Rivendell custom to replace my beloved and dearly departed Quickbeam. I've 
> got parts on the shelf waiting for just the right inspiration, but none of 
> it really what I wanted to use on the tandem. My first foray into 584 
> wheels, I had so little I could use, I've had to spread the wealth among 
> various bike shops near and far.  It's been a bit of a scramble to put the 
> HubbuHubbuH together. Once road-worthy, it's been the bike I've ridden most 
> this year.  LOTS of good miles, ice-cream runs, laughs, and wandering,  
> What a blessing to have a 17 year old daughter that WANTS to spend time 
> with dad, wants to cruise around.
>
>
> In a separate and closely related life thread - my 20 year old daughter 
> FINALLY discovered that she likes to ride a bike. Likes to ride enough to 
> ask dad if maybe his telling of 30 years of RAGBRAI stories warranted 
> giving it a shot.  Time to create something more than the 
> dumpster-find-become college get-around bike... Queue up another new bike 
> purchase and build.
>
>
> With the older sister interested, so much saddle time on the new tandem, 
> one thing led to another and so this was the year.  This was the year that 
> the kids were FINALLY going to join dad on his annual trip to Iowa. 
> Somehow, perhaps by obscuring details, over-selling how much fun it'd be... 
> I managed to convince both girls that the only way to truly experience the 
> *fun* was to do as I have for the last 20 years or so... pack up and ride 
> TO Iowa first, join in the folly of the ride across the state for a few 
> days, then turn back north to get back to Minnesota. Maybe my trying to 
> convince them was equal part trying to convince myself that heading off on 
> an upright-barred cruiser tandem was a good idea...  Fully loaded on a 
> tandem with a kid with arthritis and a torn ACL, what could *possibly* go 
> wrong!?
>
>
> Skip to conclusion... aggressive mileage plans were adjusted. 6 days of 
> riding together, everyone still gets along and there's talk of "next year"
>
>
> The HubbuHubbuH is an amazing bike, I have amazing and patient friends, 
> and I have even more amazing kids.
>
>
> Some photos compliments of my good friend Scott who joined in the fun: 
> https://photos.app.goo.gl/aFk8SBsJMTZNkCpU2 
>
>
>
> 
>

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[RBW] Re: FS Brand New Lugged S84 Seatpost

[Shoji Takahashi]

Hi Ryan,
Yes, Nitto lugged seatpost has more setback than Nitto S83 which is ~ same 
as Nitto Crystal Fellow. According to Riv website, it's ~40mm compared to 
~20mm compared to ~18mm, respectively. 

Good luck!
shoji



On Friday, September 8, 2017 at 2:42:24 PM UTC-4, Ryan Fleming wrote:
>
> I wonder if these lugged seatposts have more setback than the S-83 ones 
> do. Anybody know?  Reason I ask is I wonder if my mixte position would 
> benefit from scootching the saddle back a little .
>
> I'm using a Brooks Select on an S-83 and I'm finding that the Choco-Norms 
> (which were chopped a bit by Riv) reach back more that I'd like and I find 
> the handling a little twitchier than I'd like 
>
> On Friday, September 8, 2017 at 1:18:31 PM UTC-5, Jay Connolly wrote:
>>
>> I have a never-opened Nitto S84 lugged seatpost, 27.2 x 300mm long. $140 
>> USD, shipped. 
>>
>> Jay
>>
>

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[RBW] Re: FS: Sackville SaddleSack (medium, grey)

[Shoji Takahashi]

Hi John,
Here's a pic of Medium Saddlesack on my 56cm AHH. The saddle height is 
~70cm, and my AHH has 650b wheels. At this saddle height, I've found the 
need to use the medium with rack support. 
https://flic.kr/p/LLhdvC

I use the saddlesack small w/o rack support, though I often have to use a 
strap to keep it off the wheel.
https://flic.kr/p/tWYWbY

Good luck!
shoji



On Tuesday, September 12, 2017 at 5:54:31 PM UTC-4, John Hawrylak wrote:
>
> Do you mind posting a side view of the bag on the rack??   You frame looks 
> like a 54cm.  I use a 21" and would like to see how I fits in the space.
>
> John Hawrylak
> Woodstown NJ
>
>

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[RBW] Re: Velolumino Tail light wiring (grounding)

[Shoji Takahashi]

Hi Minh,
To ground at the back of the bike, you can attach it to, for example, the 
bottom bracket cable guide, the fender mount point (near the bottom 
bracket), the downtube cable stop. 

AT uses the bottom bracket cable guide in his Lyon: 
https://flic.kr/p/oVhx9F

Good luck!
shoji



On Thursday, October 19, 2017 at 11:20:09 AM UTC-4, Minh wrote:
>
> So i've never understood/tackled grounding through the frame, i've always 
> run a 2 wires from the front light.  I recently picked up a VL tail-light 
> and the instructions say that it grounds through the stud, so if i already 
> have 2 wires in the back (from previous light), do i just attach my ground 
> wire to the stud--via a ring/clip?  
>
> I have AL fenders, so If i wanted to shorten the ground wire run from the 
> front front of the bike and ground to the frame, where would i run a wire 
> to ground to the frame at the back of the bike?  Thanks for any help!
>
>

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[RBW] Re: Finally building up the Hubbah Hubbah- any tips?

[Shoji Takahashi]

Hi Tim,
If you can build up a single, I think you'll probably be fine building up 
your tandem.

Setting up the timing chain is different, but not difficult. I don't have a 
spanner tool and instead managed to rotate it into place correctly.

The other difference with Rivs is the threadless headset and cutting the 
steerer tube. I purchased the appropriate diameter PVC piping to set the 
race, and I used an old locking headset spacer as to hacksaw guide for a 
straight cut. There are a bunch of YouTube videos on getting a star-fangled 
nut into place without a special tool.

Other than that, make sure you get long enough brake and derailer 
cables+housing. 

Good luck!
Shoji



On Friday, October 20, 2017 at 8:55:18 AM UTC-4, Tim wrote:
>
> I just ordered the wheels and stoker Bosco bars from Riv for the tandem. I 
> got the cranks when I was in Walnut Creek over the summer so I have all of 
> the Riv-specific parts I need. I plan on taking Grants suggestion of having 
> it assembled at an LBS. I thought about doing it myself. I'm a somewhat 
> competent mechanic. I've built up 2 Riv's and do almost all of my own work 
> (I get stumped or lazy occasionally, though.) When I talked to Roman 
> yesterday he said getting the timing chain tensioned correctly was one 
> pitfall on tandems. Are there others? I guess I'm considering doing the 
> work myself since it is always rewarding when it works. Otherwise, I need 
> to find out which LBS has tandem experience here in KC. To be quite honest, 
> when I've had adjustments on my other bikes made at the LBS, their work is 
> no better than mine. And I see Sheldon has instructions on the timing chain 
> setup. Bottom line: DYI assembly or not? How much rocket science is 
> involved?

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[RBW] Re: Velolumino Tail light wiring (grounding)

[Shoji Takahashi]

Hi Minh,
It should be fine with aluminum fenders. I installed the light+hot wire and 
then checked to make sure it all worked before cutting ground wire. You 
could also use a voltmeter to check conductance. 

shoji



On Friday, October 20, 2017 at 2:34:38 PM UTC-4, Minh wrote:
>
> Hi Shoji,
>
> Thanks for this link, i had not seen it before.  in this example, isn't he 
> basically running a wire from the fork to the bottom bracket, and then only 
> running 1 wire to the rear light (for power).  so by screwing into the 
> bottom bracket, will the rear tail light ground through the mounting stud?  
> what if i'm using aluminum fenders, won't i then need to run a ground wire 
> all the way to the light?
>
>
> On Thursday, October 19, 2017 at 1:56:31 PM UTC-4, Shoji Takahashi wrote:
>>
>> Hi Minh,
>> To ground at the back of the bike, you can attach it to, for example, the 
>> bottom bracket cable guide, the fender mount point (near the bottom 
>> bracket), the downtube cable stop. 
>>
>> AT uses the bottom bracket cable guide in his Lyon: 
>> https://flic.kr/p/oVhx9F
>>
>> Good luck!
>> shoji
>>
>>
>>
>> On Thursday, October 19, 2017 at 11:20:09 AM UTC-4, Minh wrote:
>>>
>>> So i've never understood/tackled grounding through the frame, i've 
>>> always run a 2 wires from the front light.  I recently picked up a VL 
>>> tail-light and the instructions say that it grounds through the stud, so if 
>>> i already have 2 wires in the back (from previous light), do i just attach 
>>> my ground wire to the stud--via a ring/clip?  
>>>
>>> I have AL fenders, so If i wanted to shorten the ground wire run from 
>>> the front front of the bike and ground to the frame, where would i run a 
>>> wire to ground to the frame at the back of the bike?  Thanks for any help!
>>>
>>>

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[RBW] Re: First Rivendell - A.Homer Hilsen

[Shoji Takahashi]

Hi Laura,
I'm in the area, also with a Hilsen. Enjoy the ride and hopefully will 
cross paths at some point. Many great places to see by bike.  

Tailwinds,
shoji
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On Monday, October 23, 2017 at 12:49:17 PM UTC-4, brightlamp wrote:
>
> Hi --
>
> Wanted to say hello and add that I really enjoy the RBW OwnersBrunch 
> listserv!  After a long hiatus from cycling I wanted to get back into 
> riding but with a more relaxed pace. After much research and lurking here I 
> made the jump purchased from a member of this group (Hi Jeff!) my first 
> Rivendell (AHH) and lve this bike! She's a pleasure to ride - smooth 
> like poetry and so lovely to look at. She from 2011 and was never 
> assembled, so I got the the honor of creating a bike that is exactly what I 
> want and need. Vince and Mark at Rivendell helped me pick out the 
> components and Cambridge Bike School put her together for me. My daily 
> commuting bike and weekend family rides. Looking forward to getting the 
> family to take longer rides, so I may run into some of you in the 
> Cambridge/Boston area!
>
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[RBW] Re: Question regarding Mark's HAR + 32F mini combo installation?

[Shoji Takahashi]

Hi Brian,
I've used HAR (ver1) and Nitto Mini on my Hunqapillar. It works great. I've 
also used HAR with Haulin Colin rack on my HHH-- also works great. In both 
cases, it's easy to attach/remove HAR for when one needs to change carrying 
capacity.

BTW: Nitto 32f attaches to Riv-spec mid-fork brazeon. It doesn't mount to 
canti-posts. 

Also, I was able to mount Haulin Colin rack while using V-brakes. (Haulin 
Colin rack mounts the same as 32f.) Depending on your V-brakes set-up, you 
might not need to replace it with canti-brakes. Does the V-brake cable 
cross directly infront of the fork hole?

Good luck!
shoji

Pic of the Hunqapillar w/o HAB: https://flic.kr/p/Bt5AgA


On Wednesday, November 1, 2017 at 12:49:48 PM UTC-4, Coal Bee Rye Anne 
wrote:
>
> Anyone already using this rack combo at the same time?  I’m re-thinking 
> future front rack solutions for my 700c Clem.  While considering 
> some alternate handlebar experiments (possibly moving currently 
> installed Chocomoose to another frame and going wider on Clem) I may 
> also substitute spare cantilever brakes for the stock v-brakes which would 
> allow me to use an otherwise unused 32f mini rack on my Clem fork.  I like 
> the idea of installing the 32f mini with double ended canti rack adapter 
> bolts/acorn nuts and using the HAR as an outer and removable low option.  
> This is all dependent on whether the width of the upper rail of the HAR is 
> long/wide enough to accommodate some small panniers I already have but just 
> genuinely curious if anyone else has achieved this rack set-up with success?
>
> I have no immediate plans for touring or anything, just for occasional 
> loads around town.
>
> My other alternatives are to leave the v-brakes alone and use an r14 top 
> rack + basket on the upper fork crown and drop-out mounts or if still 
> switching to canti brakes I could use the 32f + basket but reinforce with 
> long extra struts (as can be seen on some of Will's staff bikes.)
>
> Thanks,   
>
> Brian Cole 
> Lawrenceville NJ
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[RBW] Re: Hunqapillar for bikepacking

[Shoji Takahashi]

Hi Ed,
If you'd really like to use the Sweet Roll (or similar), V-brakes would be 
fine. (V-brakes would require appropriate brake lever.)

Good luck on the trip!
shoji



On Wednesday, November 22, 2017 at 12:48:19 AM UTC-5, ed wrote:
>
> Last year I bought Philips' 48 Hunqapillar frame and I just recently 
> installed a Cliffhanger wheelset with dyno front hub and WI MI5 rear.
> I am planning to use the Hunqapillar for the GDMBR next year.
> To get better clearance from the ground, I planned on using bikepacking 
> bags but handlebar bags such as Revelate Sweet roll is not compatible with 
> cantilever brakes because it will interfere with the front brake cables.
>
> I would like to get suggestions from the group on what bag systems to use 
> to achieve better clearance from the ground.
>
> PS  I rode the TransAm last year on my 51 Atlantis using Tubus Cosmo 
> (rear) and Tubus Nova low rider (front) with Carradice C front and rear 
> panniers
>
> Ed Fausto
> Manila, Philippines
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[RBW] Re: Dynamo Hubs

[Shoji Takahashi]

Hi Doug,
Yes, dynamo hub can power front and rear lights. If you're interested in 
charging battery pack (e.g., phone) while touring, an appropriate dynamo 
hub and accessory plug can do so. 

Shutter Precision hubs are available in "S" designation for 6V/2.4W and "P" 
designation for 6V/3W. How to choose? From Velolumino.com:

> "S" designates the 6V/2.4W version for small wheels. This hub is optimized 
> for the faster rotational speeds of small wheels and generates a full 3W at 
> faster speeds, but is smaller, lighter and has less rotational resistance 
> than the 3W model. It still works fine with larger wheels, and is the 
> recommended hub choice for randonneuring (this is the hub that I have on my 
> 650B camping bike). Compare to the Schmidt SONdelux.
> "P" designates the 6V/3W version for 700C wheels. This hub is designed for 
> slower rotational speeds and is best used for slower, urban cycling or 
> slow, loaded touring on 700C wheels. Compare to the Schmidt SON 28.


Also lots of information on Peter White's page:
http://www.peterwhitecycles.com/

Good luck!
shoji




On Tuesday, November 28, 2017 at 9:24:33 AM UTC-5, Doug H. wrote:
>
> Dumb question here but I'm not familiar with Dynamo Hubs. Will one hub 
> power front and rear lights? 
>

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Re: [RBW] Re: Volume of LARGE Saddlsack?

[Shoji Takahashi]

Hi Patrick,
Yes, Fabios Chest is designed to-be mounted on handlebars and also on 
saddle loops. The YouTube video with Poppi describing the features is 
informative. https://youtu.be/Ge4v9t5JkfQ

Good luck!
shoji



On Thursday, December 13, 2018 at 6:26:51 PM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote:
>
> Thanks, Jon. I wonder if that can be installed on a saddle.
>
> On Thu, Dec 13, 2018 at 11:38 AM Jon BALER > 
> wrote:
>
>> Ultra Romance Fabios Chest is 44 liters
>> https://ultraromance.bigcartel.com/product/fabschest-olive-cordura
>>
>>
>>
>> On Wednesday, December 12, 2018 at 4:50:11 PM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote:
>>>
>>> Sorry, don't know; sold my Hoss a couple of years ago. From my 
>>> recollection of loading both, I'd guess it's much the same as that of a 
>>> large Saddlesack.
>>>
>>> On Tue, Dec 11, 2018 at 10:18 AM Steven Sweedler  
>>> wrote:
>>>
 Patrick, any idea what the capacity of the Hoss, I know it helps to 
 have12” from saddle loops to rack/support. 
 Tracking for mitten shells: 9500 1137 6261 8345 1986 89
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 On Tue, Dec 11, 2018 at 11:22 AM Patrick Moore  
 wrote:

> Thanks, all; this is the info I needed to decide -- that the Large is 
> not Large enough for me. Too bad, because I really like saddlebags, in a 
> sentimental, impractical way, rather as I like the *idea* of 
> Moustache bars. And, there was a Large offered for sale at a reasonable 
> price recently,
>
> FWIW, my Ortlieb Sports Packers carry 30 litres the pair while my 
> Roller Packers carry 40, so until someone makes a 50 liter saddlebag, I 
> guess I'll stick with panniers.
>
> Class: for your homework tonight, draw a picture of a 50 liter 
> saddlebag mounted to a 49 cm frame.
>
> Patrick Moore, who despite his preference for panniers, presently 
> owns: Carradice Junior; Carradice Camper Longflap; Carradice SQR Slim.
>
> On Mon, Dec 10, 2018 at 5:11 PM 'Dave Small' via RBW Owners Bunch <
> rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com> wrote:
>
>> Hi Patrick,
>>
>> I checked my memory in a roundabout way and am 97.8 percent sure I'm 
>> correct.  I have a pair of Carradice Kendal panniers and was considering 
>> using those last spring on a tour, and remember thinking that the total 
>> volume of the Kendals at 32 liters was about the same as that of my 
>> large 
>> Saddlesack, so capacity-wise it didn't matter.   
>>
>> Dave
>>
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[RBW] Re: The 3 Wise(?) Women and the Mountain

[Shoji Takahashi]

Leah,
What joy to see one of your stories posted the Friday before Christmas. I'm 
so glad you and your friends decided to take on the challenge and were 
rewarded in many different ways. 

You are a terrific ambassador for bicycling and Rivendell. Perhaps a few 
more Rivs coming to the high desert in the future.

Merry Christmas,
Shoji
Arlington MA


On Friday, December 21, 2018 at 12:59:01 AM UTC-5, Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! 
wrote:
>
> I live in suburbia. And if that isn’t bad enough, I live up high in the 
> desert mountains. Outside of school and a small shopping complex, there is 
> nothing nearby - you need to commit to a 20 minute drive down the mountain. 
> This really limits how one can use a bike for transportation in this 
> spread-out, hilly city. 
>
> One day my friend, a nurse who is at least 15 years older than me, told me 
> she commutes to work by bike. I was incredulous - how did she ever get back 
> up the mountain? She had studied Google maps and found a safe and efficient 
> path, and though it was challenging, she insisted it was doable. If she 
> could do it, couldn’t I? 
>
> I enlisted the company of my two best friends, and because they’re the 
> athletic type and extraordinarily indulgent, they accepted the challenge. 
> Also, it’s CHRISTMAS, so they can’t tell me no. B has a pretty yellow beach 
> cruiser (which she loves to pieces) but this ride would be asking a lot of 
> her bike. I told her she could ride my husband’s Clem. It fit her 
> perfectly. D had a road bike - clip-ins, drop bars and all. She didn’t 
> think her road bike was a good option and borrowed a neighbor’s mountain 
> bike instead. Our destination was a gourmet coffee shop; we figured lattes 
> were a reward and the caffeine would be a help on the way home. 
>
> Oh, did we have fun! People from the community recognized me and honked 
> and waved; they weren’t used to seeing my bike so far from home. We were 
> treated like royalty at every crossing; cars yielded, graciously waving us 
> through, pedestrians were friendly and strangers smiled at us. Was it 
> because we were laughing our heads off, crunching as many leaves under our 
> tires as we could? Was it that the 2 Rivendells were decked out in 
> Christmas lights and garland and ornaments? Did they hear us jingling all 
> the way? I don’t know, but we felt totally safe and I was gleeful. The 
> trees along the path were dropping their orange and yellow leaves right on 
> us as we rolled by, and the grass was freshly cut and fragrant. I saw all 
> sorts of beauty in the landscape that I had never noticed by car. I threw 
> my head back and yelled that this was the best possible way to end 2018. 
>
> Once we arrived at the shop, we looked around for a place to park our 
> bikes. The shop owner adjoining the coffee shop came out and pointed out me 
> and said, “I recognize you! I have watched you ride your bike with your 
> boys to their school for YEARS. What are you doing all the way down here?! 
> You can leave your bikes right here by my storefront. I’ll watch your 
> bikes. Also, here’s some free things from my store; you come back here if 
> you need anything.” 
>
> We savored our coffee, discussed all the things, and finally pointed our 
> bikes toward the mountain. The climb was so much easier than it appeared! 
> We carried on a conversation even at the steepest parts; we stopped once to 
> shed a layer of clothing and continued on our way. Our Apple Watches say 
> 927 feet of elevation and 1 hour and 45 minutes of riding for the whole 
> trip. I think we could have kept going. We are definitely doing this again, 
> and we’re taking more friends with us. 
>
> Pictured is us with our bikes and the personalized cuff B made and gifted 
> to me for Christmas/the ride. She has an Etsy shop and makes beautiful 
> things. If you are astute, you’ll notice it’s done in Betty Foy colors. PM 
> me if you want a link to her Etsy shop - you may be able to order something 
> in time for the holidays. 
>
> Merry Christmas! 
> Leah

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[RBW] Re: Teach me about sealant in tubes?

[Shoji Takahashi]

Hi Brett,
I use Orange Seal in tubes (butyl and latex) with Compass 584x38 and 584x42 
(regular, not EL casing).

I think it helps, but my frequency of flats was low before sealant. My 
rides are generally commutes, and getting a flat can be an expensive 
nuisance if I'm late for child pickup. 

For set up, I install tube+tire and air it up (without sealant). If it 
looks good, then I deflate the tube and remove the valve core. (BTW: Park 
chain tool, probably others, can be used to remove the valve core; the 
"arms" are the right distance to engage the flats of the core.) 

With valve ~4 o'clock position (and tire off the ground), I inject ~4 oz of 
Orange Seal. I could probably get away with less sealant, but... half of 8 
is 4 and I figured that if I stored the bottle, the remaining sealant would 
probably dry out. (My LBS didn't have the 4oz size.)

Next, reinstall the core and air it up. I recently read someone advising 
adding Boeshield or similar to the core before installation (to prevent 
clogging). Maybe I'll try that next time. I can't say that it's been much 
of a problem for me, though.

Good luck!
shoji
Arlington MA



On Tuesday, January 29, 2019 at 10:53:44 AM UTC-5, Brett Callahan wrote:
>
> Friends, I know it has been discussed here before, but I'm awful with the 
> Google Groups search function. Would anyone be willing to share about their 
> experience using Stan's or Orange Seal in tubes? 
>
> I've got a set of Compass tires that I'd like to ride, but it seems they 
> always have a slow leak from a small puncture. From what I gather, sealant 
> in the tubes may help combat that. 
>
> Specific questions are: which sealant do you use? Which tubes do you pair 
> it with? With a tube with a removable valve core, do I need to do anything 
> specific to get it in, or just up end the bottle? How much do you put in in 
> a go? 
>
> Thanks for any willing to share their knowledge. I appreciate the brain 
> trust that is this group. 
>
> Brett, PDX
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Re: [RBW] Re: Teach me about sealant in tubes?

[Shoji Takahashi]

Hi Patrick,
I use 38mm Loup Loup and 42mm BSP... so quite a bit narrower than 2". With 
those tires, I inflate to 25 - 40psi.

For 2" or larger, I'm with you and would go tubeless.

Also, I'm another person who tried Schwalbe extra light tubes, and had 
splitting problems (and sealant leakage). Didn't remember that bad 
experience.

Good luck!
shoji



On Tuesday, January 29, 2019 at 2:48:51 PM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote:
>
> Darin an Shoji: what pressures do you use in your 2"+ tires with tubes and 
> sealant? I could not get OS to work with 2" tubes in F Freds at 25 psi and 
> lower; no good at all, so I went to tubeless.
>
> On Tue, Jan 29, 2019 at 10:22 AM DarinM > 
> wrote:
>
>> I have used sealant in tubes for 6-8 months. I use standard Stan's 
>> sealant in Schwalbe tubes for 26x54 and 650bx42 tires and have not had a 
>> flat I had to stop and deal with since starting. The tubes have removable 
>> cores, which I remove and then use the Stan's injector to add 2-3oz. I 
>> think I topped them off once before a tour as a precaution. 
>>
>> I've been using sealant with Compass standard and various Schwalbe, 
>> including the Liteskin casing which is very thin. I think it's been pretty 
>> effective.
>>
>> I've noticed that the sealant is still very much liquid when handling the 
>> tube while changing tires, so longevity hasn't been an issue for me. I have 
>> had to swap valve cores on one set of tubes when pumping started taking a 
>> little too much effort.
>>
>> Darin
>>
>> On Tuesday, January 29, 2019 at 7:53:44 AM UTC-8, Brett Callahan wrote:
>>>
>>> Friends, I know it has been discussed here before, but I'm awful with 
>>> the Google Groups search function. Would anyone be willing to share about 
>>> their experience using Stan's or Orange Seal in tubes? 
>>>
>>> I've got a set of Compass tires that I'd like to ride, but it seems they 
>>> always have a slow leak from a small puncture. From what I gather, sealant 
>>> in the tubes may help combat that. 
>>>
>>> Specific questions are: which sealant do you use? Which tubes do you 
>>> pair it with? With a tube with a removable valve core, do I need to do 
>>> anything specific to get it in, or just up end the bottle? How much do you 
>>> put in in a go? 
>>>
>>> Thanks for any willing to share their knowledge. I appreciate the brain 
>>> trust that is this group. 
>>>
>>> Brett, PDX
>>>
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[RBW] Re: Dynamo Hub Frozen?

[Shoji Takahashi]

I experienced the connector spinning on a dynamo hub-- I can't remember if 
it was SON or SP. It happened because I changed the tire and didn't tighten 
the axle enough. There was enough force to hold the wheel in the dropout, 
but not enough to keep the connector in place. (I use Pitlocks instead of 
QR.)

Per Andy Cheatham, phaps the cold caused some parts to contract more than 
others, and a little tightening of the axle will solve it?

Good luck!
shoji
Arlington MA

On Thursday, January 31, 2019 at 11:22:20 PM UTC-5, lambbo wrote:
>
> I have an SP Dynamo hub on my Cheviot which I keep outdoors.  It's been in 
> the single digits here in Brooklyn and this morning when I got on my bike 
> the wiring on the hub was turning with it...luckily I saw it as I wheeled 
> my bike onto the sidewalk and unplugged the wires before they were snapped 
> off, but the connection, which useably stays in place, was spinning around 
> with the hub for the first mile or so.  After that it would be back to 
> normal until I locked the bike up again and left it alone for a couple 
> hours. Then it was screwed again. 
>
> Has anyone experienced this? What do I do? I love my dynamo hub!
>

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[RBW] Re: Gettin’ Cranky

[Shoji Takahashi]

Hi Patrick,
Thinking out loud here:

Is there a problem with chain stretch on your drive train? Perhaps most of 
your riding is 34T and chain+drive train wears down a bit. You then 
encounter situation when you need 24T and install (new) 10T chain. Most of 
your chain is partially worn and you have 10 links of new chain. Will that 
amount of difference cause a level or low or not-so-low vibration (or 
grinding?) that might negatively impact your proprioception?

Good luck!
shoji
Arlington MA



On Friday, February 15, 2019 at 12:58:32 PM UTC-5, Deacon Patrick wrote:
>
> Och, Erl! It is a head scratcher, aye? The plan is to use WolfTooth’s 
> RapidLink chaintool to add/remove the needed chain trailside. So, with the 
> default Silver triple of 24/34/44t, I’d have the base length of chain for 
> the 24t ring, add 10t of chain for the 34t ring, add 10t more for the 44t 
> chain, carrying the WolfTooth tool and bits of chain to swap accordingly 
> trail-side. This is obviously more involved “shifting” than the set-up of 
> my QB and Hunqabeam, which is only loosten and/or remove the rear hub, 
> shift gears (to the other dingle cog or flip the wheel), reinstall, and 
> tension the chain in the horizontal dropouts. Thus, I would ride all my 
> regular routes in the 50-55” gear, and bikepacking ride it for 90% of the 
> milage, changing gears only once I got to the longer sections of trail that 
> require a 40” gear or have mountain road descents of 10 miles or so (pretty 
> common) and need the 70” gear. 
>
> With abandon, 
> Patrick

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[RBW] Re: Race Report from Norcal High School Mountain Bike Racing League

[Shoji Takahashi]

congrats, Bill and ECHS Team.

shoji
Arlington MA

On Sunday, February 24, 2019 at 6:27:16 PM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote:
>
> This is not as off-topic as you may think.  Grant is deeply interested in 
> how my team is doing.  
>
> As many of you know, I'm an assistant coach, ride leader and team mechanic 
> for El Cerrito High School Mountain Bike Racing.  Many of you have donated 
> to our team one way or another.  We race in Norcal, Southern Division.  You 
> may remember that our league has been dominated for years by Salinas High 
> School.  They've won every D1 team competition at every league race for 6+ 
> years.  Last season, ECHS has something go wrong in every race and in every 
> race we came in 2nd place to Salinas.  We knew we could beat them, and in 
> California State Championships we had a perfect day and destroyed Salinas, 
> placing 2nd in the State of California behind Sir Francis Drake High School 
> in Marin County. 
>
> For 2019 we had everyone back and we expect to take League this year.  We 
> are certain we can beat Salinas; our only fear is that Berkeley might rise 
> up as well.  We've got 25 racers to Salinas ~35, and Berkeley's ~90 
> racers.  Yesterday was the first League Race and we did it.  We took the D1 
> team competition by a fair margin over Berkeley, with Salinas placing 
> third.  The day goes down as one of my proudest cycling accomplishments, 
> even though I didn't ride.  Interestingly, the team was pretty subdued 
> about it.  Everyone could have done better and everyone is pretty focused 
> to keep improving.  We didn't actually win any of the individual races, so 
> every rider has room to move up.  
>
> Other Riv content: our Gaucho mascot logo is wearing a green bandanna, so 
> I cleaned out Rivendell of their green bandannas and handed them out to the 
> racers to wear on the podium.  
>
> Bill Lindsay
> El Cerrito, CA
>

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[RBW] Re: Pitlock Skewer assistance

[Shoji Takahashi]

Hi,
I use pitlocks on my AHH and HHH. 

I'm not sure that I understand: "When I try to tighten the skewer further 
the bald/coned end just turns with it."--> How are you tightening the 
skewer? Are you tightening with the pit key and a wrench? And it's not 
tightening? Are the threads stripped? 

Did you install the front pitlock? and it went fine? 

Shoji
Arlington MA






On Monday, February 25, 2019 at 4:30:21 PM UTC-5, Friend wrote:
>
> Yes, it's moving in the dropout.  With the normal qr skewers it tightens 
> just fine.  The bike and wheels are brand new from Riv.  
>
> On Monday, February 25, 2019 at 4:28:56 PM UTC-5, Joe Bernard wrote:
>>
>> Is the axle moving in the dropout? If it's not and the rim has play, your 
>> hub bearings need to be adjusted. 
>
>

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[RBW] Re: Why do Riv mixtes have 70 Degree HT angles?

[Shoji Takahashi]

Hi Jeremy,
I checked the Riv geometry chart:

Clem L has HT angle 71 or 71.5. The front center for Cheviot and Clem L of 
comparable size are very close.

Shoji
Arlington MA


On Thursday, March 14, 2019 at 3:15:56 PM UTC-4, Jeremy Till wrote:
>
> I've also noticed that myself and have wondered about it. I'm not sure of 
> GP's original design intention but my guess is that the consistency comes 
> from the fact that the Rivendell mixtes are the only lugged mixtes in 
> production, and thus their lugs are the only ones available. The upper head 
> lug, which would be mixte-specific, probably is only made in one set of 
> angles, so increasing the HTA would correspondingly reduce standover 
> height. This also probably explains why on smaller sizes the middle set of 
> stays don't form a straight line with the top tube. The cost to try a new 
> set of angles or have size-specific geometry would thus be high (new lug 
> molds) and probably leads to a "if it ain't broke, don't fix it" approach, 
> at least with these models. You don't hear a lot of customers complaining 
> about the handling of their cheviots.
>
> Do the lugless Riv step throughs (Clem L and the various Rosco mixtes) 
> have different head angles?
>

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[RBW] Re: Two Bicycle Belles in NV—2nd Annual Visit

[Shoji Takahashi]

This warms my heart. Thank you Roberta, Leah, and Riv!

Shoji 
Arlington MA

On Thursday, March 14, 2019 at 10:25:33 PM UTC-4, REC (Roberta) wrote:
>
> Rivendell and the folks at the RBW board have made my life better!  Besides 
> riding and loving my most awesome Joe Appaloosa, I’ve gotten a chance to 
> meet a few of you through group rides, emails and the board.  
>
> Circumstances happen that Leah, aka Bicycle Belle Ding Ding!, and my 
> sister live near each other in the same sprawling NV city.  So, when I 
> commented last year that I visit every March, Leah immediately invited me 
> to meet for coffee and chat.  Three hours later, which seemed like just 
> 10 minutes, we parted as friends.
>
> So this March, Leah suggested a bike ride.  Whoa!  Philadelphia is FLAT, 
> where I could ride for two hours and perhaps have a 350’ elevation if I 
> searched for one.  She does not live in a hilly area, but in a 
> mountainous area!  An incline to her is a hill to me.  Don’t worry she 
> told me.  There is a small path that runs through a residential area that 
> we can go.
>
> On the day of our planned bike ride, my sister lent me her car and helmet.  
> However, the day started out with me not knowing how to open an automated 
> garage door! (I don’t have a garage, but park under the stars.)  It took 
> 10 minutes of texting my sister and brother-in-law until he told me how to 
> open the door.  I kept texting Leah that I’d be there ASAP, but I’m stuck 
> inside a garage!   She was so kind, saying if needed she’d pick me up, 
> since I was still able to walk out the front door. 
>
> I got to ride her TBBITW (The Best Bike in the World) Betty Foy on the way 
> out and her husband’s Clem on the way back.  They both rode wonderfully, 
> more upright with their Bosco bars than my Joe A. with its Choco-moose 
> bars, and perfect for a leisurely ride and conversation.  All three are 
> delightful bikes.  My plan was to keep my Joe A. until I couldn’t swing 
> my leg over it, and then replace it with a Cheviot, the next iteration of 
> the Betty.  Thanks to Leah letting me ride her TBBITW, I know that is a 
> good plan. 
>
> We talked about everything—kids, family, bikes, Rivendell, salt water 
> pools, organic chicken and quality food, health care, school, scarves.  We 
> talked about bikes and the fact that both of us were so happy with our 
> Rivendell bikes that we don’t really want any others.  *Well*… perhaps in 
> a most perfect world, she would have a fabulous red low step through Riv, 
> and I would have a Homer to keep at work for after work riding (Joe A. 
> would reside at my home for weekend rides).  In the meantime, we’ll be 
> buying whatever we can from Rivendell to support them.  We want them to 
> be around for the long term. 
>
>  In fact, we had such a great time talking and riding, we forgot to take 
> pictures of our ride, but did so afterwards.  There is one of us each 
> enjoying a cup of incredibly delicious coffee at her favorite coffee 
> emporium and one of us with her sweet dog, her TBBITW, and her husband’s 
> Clem.  If you look closely, we are both wearing scarves with bicycle 
> motifs—hers given to her by her friend who made both and mine given to me 
> by my friend Leah.
>
> Four and one half hours later we said goodbye.  I fondly remember the day 
> and look forward to next March.   
>
>

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Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone have Rivendell Reader #23?

[Shoji Takahashi]

Hi Reed,
I sent you a PM with #23.

Thanks,
Shoji


On Monday, March 18, 2019 at 10:16:07 AM UTC-4, Reed Kennedy wrote:
>
> Sadly the copy Marty was kind enough to send was missing the same pages as 
> the one on my site. 
>
> Does anyone have a paper copy of Rivendell Reader #23 that includes pages 
> 19 and 20? 
>
>
> Best,
> Reed Kennedy
> San Francisco, CA
>
> On Mon, Mar 18, 2019 at 2:44 AM Marty Gierke, Stewartstown PA <
> martin...@gmail.com > wrote:
>
>> Sending now...
>>
>>
>> On Monday, March 18, 2019 at 1:27:50 AM UTC-4, Reed Kennedy wrote:
>>>
>>> I just realized the copy of Rivendell Reader #23 up on my site is 
>>> missing a *bunch* of pages. Including the pages on the Boxy Bag that I 
>>> wanted to re-read.
>>>
>>> Does anyone have a paper copy that they could scan? Or send to me so I 
>>> can scan?
>>>
>>>
>>> Best,
>>> Reed Kennedy
>>> San Francisco, CA
>>>
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[RBW] Re: Chocomoose on 51cm Joe Appa?

[Shoji Takahashi]

Hi Doug,
I'm going to guess no, the handlebar height will not be below saddle height 
(even slammed). 

The moose part is angled upwards. I have bullmoose bars on my AHH, and 
though slammed, there's quite a bit of rise to the bars. (I ride saddle 
height 69-70cm on my 56cm Toyo AHH.)

Here's another data point with chocomoose on Cheviot (which I think is 
55cm):
https://www.flickr.com/photos/bluelug/30464578266/in/photostream/

Looks like slammed chocomoose won't get to saddle height, which I'm 
guessing is close to what I would ride. (Also see the rise height of the 
chocomoose bars.)

Good luck!
shoji
Arlington MA


On Thursday, March 28, 2019 at 4:25:41 PM UTC-4, Doug Van Cleve wrote:
>
> Howdy folks,
>
> I am in the process of buying a 51cm Joe Appa.  It is complete, but I 
> always envisioned Chocomooses on mine if I got one and it doesn't have 
> them.  I also assumed I would "slam" them, I don't generally run bars above 
> saddle height.  My saddle height is somewhere in the 71-72cm range, 
> depending on pedals.  Anybody know if the Chocomoose quill will go the 
> whole way down on a 51cm?  Anybody running one like that with a saddle 
> height around 72cm?  I only ask because getting a the Chocomoose isn't 
> cheap with the big box to ship and all...
>
> Thanks, Doug
>

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[RBW] Re: What is maximum stem height on Joe Appaloosa 51cm?

[Shoji Takahashi]

Here's a youtube video, which might make written instructions easier to 
understand:
https://youtu.be/ErUafGLsdGU

There are probably better ones, particularly for your desire to raise the 
bars, but this gives you an idea of what to do. (Hammer might or might not 
be necessary to unstick the stem.)

BTW: I'd recommend looking at your cables to make sure you have enough 
slack to move the bars higher.

Good luck!
Shoji
Arlington MA


On Tuesday, April 2, 2019 at 11:01:47 PM UTC-4, Joe Bernard wrote:
>
> Sounds good, Roberta. I'll try to simplify the instructions for you a bit 
> - I just re-read this and I over-explained things - and will send you a 
> couple how-to pics on one of my bikes. It's easy once you know it, but I 
> gotta not be a confusing mechanic teacher first!

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[RBW] Re: Quick cockpit swap (say that 10x fast)

[Shoji Takahashi]

Hi Mark,
I and others have done quick-change cockpits.

On my Hunqapillar, it was easy to unclip the canti-straddle cable. Set the 
brake cable lengths on multiple cockpits to-be at the same straddle 
heights, and there's little adjustment necessary. 

Easiest would be to set up down-tube shifters. If that's not to your 
liking, then thumbies with hinged bands work. I used a right-side bar end, 
which meant that I had to undo it/redo it. Afterward, I got cable 
splitters, which worked great. However, it meant having doubles of bar 
ends, downtube cable stops, etc.

With familiarity, I could do a swap in ~5 min without rushing.. could 
probably be a little faster. But as Patrick suggests, another bike is a 
better solution. 

Good luck!
shoji
Arlington MA


On Wednesday, April 10, 2019 at 9:43:55 AM UTC-4, esoterica etc wrote:
>
>
> Howdy all, 
>
> I’m looking into possible ways on how to construct a “quick release” 
> method for easy swapping of cockpits. My Atlantis currently has Choco bars 
> on it which I really like and are great for country rambles, but there are 
> often times I wish for a different setup, such as drop bars or a Jones bar, 
> etc. Since the Atlantis (and most other Riv’s) are billed as 
> all-rounders/multi-purpose bikes, I figured one way to really use them to 
> their fullest potential would be to have two or more fully-built cockpits 
> ready to swap depending on your mood and/or terrain you plan to ride on any 
> given day. Makes sense, right? 
>
> So my question to the group is: has anyone tried doing this? I’ve looked 
> at using something like the Bruce Gordon couplers, although the BG couplers 
> are only for shifter cables and he doesn’t have couplers for brake cables. 
> Or maybe the Richey Quick Disconnect, which have both shifter and brake 
> units. But these look like they’re designed primarily for a Rinko-type bike 
> or something with S&S couplers for easy disassembling, and not necessarily 
> for cockpit swapping. Any ideas/suggestions as to how I can pull this off? 
> Or can someone explain to me why this doesn’t seem to really be a thing, 
> despite what a brilliant idea it sounds like? Am I missing something 
> totally obvious to everyone else? 
> Thanks y’all, 
>
> ~Mark 
> Raleigh, NC

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[RBW] Re: What high security locks are people locking their bikes with?

[Shoji Takahashi]

Hi,
I like Kryptonite Mini U-lock with pitlocks securing wheels and seatpost. 

I find Mini U is fast locking and removal with favorable weight/security. 
With reasonable places to lock, it's also likely to hold the bike upright. 
Larger U-locks might be easier to find locking locations, but the larger 
size is heavier, easier to defeat in leverage attacks, and bike is more 
likely to twist and fall.

I have Abus folding locks-- work ok, but the folding mechanism is not as 
convenient as I thought. (Rivets prevent rotation in third dimension, 
limiting its ability to wrap around some objects.) Also much slower to lock 
and remove compared to U-locks.

I also have various cable locks. Those work fine, but Mini-U is probably 
viewed by thieves as more difficult to defeat.

I am intrigued by TIGR locks. It would be lighter than Mini-U, and design 
seems to-be similar use scenario as Mini-U. 

(BTW: I really like how Pitlocks removed my worry about wheels being 
stolen. This means that Mini-U can be used to secure only the bike frame if 
I can't find an appropriate pole to Sheldon Brown lock method. 
https://www.sheldonbrown.com/lock-strategy.html)

Good luck!
shoji
Arlington MA



On Tuesday, April 23, 2019 at 3:06:32 PM UTC-4, Cinza wrote:
>
> I just found out the Kryptonite lock with a barrel key is easy for thieves 
> as of late. 
>  What locks do you like and why? 
>
>
>

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