[RBW] Re: Intro and Ride report

2009-11-17 Thread EricP
David, Yeah, but you and Esteban have practiced it enough to make it easier. And I still can't figure out how Esteban has gotten it down with a DSLR! Even watching him do it on the ride in August didn't help. Guess I'm too much of a fumble fingers. One problem I have had with riding/snapping

[RBW] Re: Dandy Time for Dandy Cyclists

2009-11-17 Thread EricP
Three speed. Then again, that's a bias. Since all my riding (such as it was) in San Diego was on a 3 speed. Eric Platt St. Paul, MN On Nov 16, 2:19�pm, Esteban proto...@gmail.com wrote: I'm part of a group that's helping plan the San Diego ride. �Hopefully it will be over-the-top fun.

[RBW] Re: Intro and Ride report

2009-11-17 Thread Steve Palincsar
On Tue, 2009-11-17 at 03:09 -0800, EricP wrote: David, Yeah, but you and Esteban have practiced it enough to make it easier. And I still can't figure out how Esteban has gotten it down with a DSLR! Even watching him do it on the ride in August didn't help. Guess I'm too much of a fumble

[RBW] Re: Intro and Ride report

2009-11-17 Thread Steve Palincsar
On Mon, 2009-11-16 at 20:02 -0800, cyclotourist wrote: FWIW, I've found the NLA Canon A460 is the perfect camera for cycling. Cheap (~$50 on ebaby), durable, uses rechargeable AA batteries, high resolution 6 mpl, takes movies, good software. I've gone through two so far, and have two still

[RBW] Re: Intro and Ride report

2009-11-17 Thread Steve Palincsar
On Mon, 2009-11-16 at 22:30 -0800, Dave Minyard wrote: If anyone out there is interested and in the area I'm up for a ride most anytime... and I almost always have my camera with me. Drop me a line and we'll see what we can work out. Is there anybody on this list that is anywhere near by? I

[RBW] Re: Which Side Pull Brakes for Jack Browns?

2009-11-17 Thread Justin August
Does anyone have experience with the Velo-Orange Gran Cru sidepulls? On Nov 17, 12:22 am, JimD rasterd...@comcast.net wrote: I'm using the Riv Silver Tektro Big Mouths with Jack Brown's on my Riv   Custom. I've been puzzled by the 'flexiness' criticisms of these brakes. I've found the

[RBW] Re: ride report

2009-11-17 Thread Steve Palincsar
On Mon, 2009-11-16 at 20:19 -0800, cyclotourist wrote: Downside was that I crashed at around mile 33. Slipped out the front end going 'round a turn in the wild grasses. My whole right side is kinda' sore today. Also my neck hurts a bit. Not sure if that's from the crash or just from

[RBW] Re: romulus question

2009-11-17 Thread Seth Vidal
On Tue, Nov 17, 2009 at 12:38 AM, CycloFiend cyclofi...@earthlink.net wrote: I'd be willing to bet it's a 1 headset, standard on both ends. That's what the Rambouillet was spec'd with, according to the Ramb catalog - http://www.cyclofiend.com/rbw/rambouillet/rambflyer/18.html You're not

[RBW] Re: Intro and Ride report

2009-11-17 Thread dpco
steve, those are some beauiful roads. are the unpaved sections public roads? thanks for sharing. don c. On Nov 16, 10:55 am, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote: On Mon, 2009-11-16 at 09:57 -0800, Patrick in VT wrote: On Nov 16, 7:12 am, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote: In my

[RBW] Re: Intro and Ride report

2009-11-17 Thread Dave Minyard
The Santa Maria, Arroyo Grande, San Luis Obispo, Solvang area of California. About half way between Los Angeles and San Francisco on the coast. On Tue, Nov 17, 2009 at 4:00 AM, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote: On Mon, 2009-11-16 at 22:30 -0800, Dave Minyard wrote: If anyone out

[RBW] romulus headset question

2009-11-17 Thread Bruce
I'm partial to Chris King's 2 nut style (have one on a Riv). If you want a decent one at a much more affordable price, I've seen the Ritchey Logic (1 threaded) for about $20 online. The ultegra unit that came on the Ram is out of production iirc, or I would recommend it as well. Tailwinds

[RBW] Re: ride report

2009-11-17 Thread cyclotourist
On Tue, Nov 17, 2009 at 4:08 AM, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote: On Mon, 2009-11-16 at 20:19 -0800, cyclotourist wrote: Downside was that I crashed at around mile 33. Slipped out the front end going 'round a turn in the wild grasses. My whole right side is kinda' sore today.

[RBW] Re: romulus headset question

2009-11-17 Thread newenglandbike
Tange Levin headsets are about $20, one of those would fit too. On Nov 17, 9:08 am, Bruce fullylug...@yahoo.com wrote: I'm partial to Chris King's 2 nut style (have one on a Riv).  If you want a decent one at a much more affordable price, I've seen the Ritchey Logic (1 threaded) for about

[RBW] Re: romulus headset question

2009-11-17 Thread Seth Vidal
On Tue, Nov 17, 2009 at 9:44 AM, newenglandbike matthiasbe...@gmail.com wrote: Tange Levin headsets are about $20, one of those would fit too. I was thinking sealed bearings might make sense but I'm willing to be wrong about that. Suggestions? -sv

[RBW] Re: romulus headset question

2009-11-17 Thread Mike
Why not just throw down and get a Chris King? Seems the best way to go. Sure, it's expensive but you'll most likely not have to worry about it again. --mike On Nov 17, 6:53 am, Seth Vidal skvi...@gmail.com wrote: On Tue, Nov 17, 2009 at 9:44 AM, newenglandbike matthiasbe...@gmail.com wrote:

[RBW] Re: romulus headset question

2009-11-17 Thread Seth Vidal
On Tue, Nov 17, 2009 at 10:23 AM, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote: Why not just throw down and get a Chris King? Seems the best way to go. Sure, it's expensive but you'll most likely not have to worry about it again. Harris cyclery seems to speak well of:

[RBW] Re: Drivetrain question... AHH with 9 vs 10 speeds...

2009-11-17 Thread PATRICK MOORE
Thanks, that's it! This shows just your own text. I generally cut out all the irrelevant quoted text and leave just the paragraphs my own response replies to. I've had some RBW mss with entire 3-day threads attached. On Mon, Nov 16, 2009 at 4:01 PM, Rene Sterental orthie...@gmail.com wrote:

[RBW] Re: Upcoming Trip/Making Friends/Tire Question

2009-11-17 Thread Anne Paulson
On Mon, Nov 16, 2009 at 9:43 AM, CycloFiend cyclofi...@earthlink.net wrote: Bypassing SFD will mean that you'll bypass Samuel P. Taylor Park, which may have been your camping destination.  The campground in Olema caters more towards RV's, and is close to Hwy 1 (though traffic isn't excessive

[RBW] Re: Drivetrain question... AHH with 9 vs 10 speeds...

2009-11-17 Thread Christopher Paul
Drive train question: Shimano vs. Sram I have both in 9 speed versions (Sram red 11-34 and Shimano xtr 11-32). Both are great. I'm replacing most cassettes with Sram sram chains because they are easier to change (chain) and the price is a little better. Nine speeds are a little sturdier

[RBW] Re: romulus headset question

2009-11-17 Thread Phil Brown
On Nov 17, 7:23 am, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote: Why not just throw down and get a Chris King? Seems the best way to go. Sure, it's expensive but you'll most likely not have to worry about it again. --mike On Nov 17, 6:53 am, Seth Vidal skvi...@gmail.com wrote: On Tue, Nov 17, 2009

[RBW] Re: 8-Speed Quickbeam

2009-11-17 Thread sc0ch
great to see that the x-rf8[w] works with the jtek shifter. I have this combination coming in for my ladyfriend, but was worried that the jtek was only compatable with the original x-rf8. On the shift cable, we're going to use pulleys where you used housing for a classic 3speed look. Will post

[RBW] Re: romulus question

2009-11-17 Thread CycloFiend
on 11/17/09 5:06 AM, Seth Vidal at skvi...@gmail.com wrote: Anyone have any suggestions on models of headsets to get? It depends upon what you want to mess with and the conditions you ride in. Once upon a time, I thought it was easier to buy cheap and maintain and/or replace often. I bought a

[RBW] Re: 8-Speed Quickbeam

2009-11-17 Thread stevep33
Most interesting post I've seen in a while. Good to see that the rear spacing is a non-issue. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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] Re: Intro and Ride report

2009-11-17 Thread Steve Palincsar
On Tue, 2009-11-17 at 05:09 -0800, dpco wrote: steve, those are some beauiful roads. are the unpaved sections public roads? thanks for sharing. Thanks. We don't ride on private unpaved roads. There's a great dirt road network in Northern Virginia. I haven't brought the camera on any of our

[RBW] Re: 8-Speed Quickbeam

2009-11-17 Thread Seth Vidal
On Tue, Nov 17, 2009 at 2:29 PM, Mark mclbicy...@gmail.com wrote: I dont know why more people dont have rear hubs.I've never seen one break and theres no maintenance. Grant has told me he doesnt like them. Never really explained why, but I like em. Great job Eric! I like them - however

[RBW] Re: 8-Speed Quickbeam

2009-11-17 Thread Mark
I dont know why more people dont have rear hubs.I've never seen one break and theres no maintenance. Grant has told me he doesnt like them. Never really explained why, but I like em. Great job Eric! Surf On Nov 17, 2:01 pm, stevep33 steve...@gmail.com wrote: Most interesting post I've seen

[RBW] Hillborne dilemma

2009-11-17 Thread stevep33
Another high class problem. Bike lust alert! I was at my LBS today getting some small parts, and what did I see but a new green Sam Hillborne in my size. I happily accepted an invitation to take it for a ride; it was great. Great in the way that it's bugging me a bit still. Here's the issue,

Re: [RBW] Re: 8-Speed Quickbeam

2009-11-17 Thread Ray Shine
I use an Shimano internal 8 on my Jamis Commuter for city rides.  Works great, never a problem.  I have never taken it on any ride longer than 20 miles in duration, just to and from the office, local neighborhood, etc.  I assume I could take longer rides, however.  Frankly, the Shimano hub is

Re: [RBW] Hillborne dilemma

2009-11-17 Thread Steve Palincsar
On Tue, 2009-11-17 at 12:58 -0800, stevep33 wrote: Another high class problem. Bike lust alert! I was at my LBS today getting some small parts, and what did I see but a new green Sam Hillborne in my size. I happily accepted an invitation to take it for a ride; it was great. Great in the

Re: [RBW] Re: 8-Speed Quickbeam

2009-11-17 Thread Eric Norris
My only issue with the hub (once I got the first defective hub repaired by the good folks at Hiawatha Cyclery) is that it's definitely not as efficient as a standard derailleur setup, and much less effiicient than a fixed gear. I'll be posting a more detailed writeup on my blog soon, but in

Re: [RBW] Hillborne dilemma

2009-11-17 Thread James Dinneen
I must confess that I also lust after the Sam H. However it is very close to my Bleriot which I like a lot. As a small, and perhaps unwanted voice of reason, I suggest a Surly Steamroller for a fixed or single speed commuter. When I could not get a Quickbeam, I happened into one of these and

[RBW] NYT Quickbeam

2009-11-17 Thread rcnute
http://cityroom.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/11/02/finding-an-upside-in-a-downturn/ -- 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

[RBW] Re: Intro and Ride report

2009-11-17 Thread doug peterson
Dave: We'll be in touch. I'm up there every few months. Got a great ride from SLO to the top of Cuesta (old road), west to the radio towers, continue along the ridge eventually drop onto 41, out to Morro Bay back to SLO. IIRC it's around 40 miles, about 1/2 paved. See Canyon has also been

[RBW] Re: Dandy Time for Dandy Cyclists

2009-11-17 Thread Bob
I have very occasionally found myself cycling in a suit--I was once mistaken for a missionary while doing so. Most people in the U.S. don't ride bicycles while wearing suits and dresses, but the Copenhagenites have shown us the way on that. -- You received this message because you are subscribed

Re: [RBW] Hillborne dilemma

2009-11-17 Thread James Warren
One thing that I've been noticing a lot recently is that I really prefer how my sidepull bikes (or V brakes) make it less likely that my handlebar bag is going to interfere with my brake cables. The exposed canti cable is often leaned on by a full handlebar bag and it can be annoying. I

[RBW] Re: romulus question

2009-11-17 Thread Richard
Chris King headsets are well worth the price. For options, take a look at the Velo-Orange website, http://velo-orange.com/headsets.html. With regards to the Gran Cru headset, I seem to recall reading that headset is very nice, although a little tricky to install. On Nov 17, 12:23 pm, CycloFiend

[RBW] Re: Hillborne dilemma

2009-11-17 Thread Patrick in VT
On Nov 17, 6:02 pm, James Warren jimcwar...@earthlink.net wrote: One thing that I've been noticing a lot recently is that I really prefer how my sidepull bikes (or V brakes) make it less likely that my handlebar bag is going to interfere with my brake cables. The exposed canti cable is

[RBW] Re: Hillborne dilemma

2009-11-17 Thread Mike
Junk the singlespeed, keep the Hilsen and buy the SamH.  Because it has 650B wheels.  Otherwise, what's the point?  The Hilsen and the SamH are very similar in capability.   Steve has the right idea. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners

[RBW] items for sale: bags, rainwear

2009-11-17 Thread b hamon
Selling Riv/Bob-centric stuff to make room. please reply offlist. Paypal or USPS money order okay. 1. Carradice Bike Bureau (left hand side), new but with a small (3/4) stitching issue near the end of the cover flap (stitching did not engage both pieces of fabric and there is a small gap in

Re: [RBW] Hillborne dilemma

2009-11-17 Thread Phil Roberts
Oh, my goodness. As a person with too many bikes and a preconceived notion that all real bikes should have a level top tube, my green 650B Sam is the first one I pull out of the bike room each day. This is not a casual decision. I've got some serious bike choices. It has, in a few short months,

[RBW] Re: Hillborne dilemma

2009-11-17 Thread Justin August
Ditch your singlespeed. Sam Hillborne + White Industries ENO hub = Solution to your problem. Or, sell me your AHH for cheap. On Nov 17, 8:20 pm, Phil Roberts lugsnst...@gmail.com wrote: Oh, my goodness. As a person with too many bikes and a preconceived notion that all real bikes should have a

[RBW] Re: Which Side Pull Brakes for Jack Browns?

2009-11-17 Thread rperks
I will also as why not the long reach shimano brakes? it looks as though they will let a Jack Brown pass with the QR, a wide rim and judicious use of the adjustment screw, although I do not have experience with this yet. Will these work? Rob -- You received this message because you are

Re: [RBW] Re: Which Side Pull Brakes for Jack Browns?

2009-11-17 Thread Steve Palincsar
On Tue, 2009-11-17 at 19:06 -0800, rperks wrote: I will also as why not the long reach shimano brakes? it looks as though they will let a Jack Brown pass with the QR, a wide rim and judicious use of the adjustment screw, although I do not have experience with this yet. Will these work? It

Re: [RBW] Re: Which Side Pull Brakes for Jack Browns?

2009-11-17 Thread James Warren
Check out the third picture of my Rambouillet: http://www.cyclofiend.com/cc/2008/cc570-jameswarren1208.html Those are Shimano longreach Ultegras with Jack Browns. The set up is outstanding. Using those tires revolutionized what was already a great bike in my mind. When I remove a wheel, I use

[RBW] Protecting the top tube from brake cable

2009-11-17 Thread Earl Grey
Hi, I went for the larger Hillborne size that fit me, and find that when I come to a stop that my thigh rests squarely on the top tube and rear brake cable, and am worried about eventual paint damage. I saw a photo of a bike recently that had a plastic sleeve around the exposed brake cable, and

[RBW] Re: Protecting the top tube from brake cable

2009-11-17 Thread rcnute
Just get the little rubber doughnuts that the cable goes through. On Nov 17, 10:04 pm, Earl Grey earlg...@gmail.com wrote: Hi, I went for the larger Hillborne size that fit me, and find that when I come to a stop that my thigh rests squarely on the top tube and rear brake cable, and am

[RBW] Re: 8-Speed Quickbeam

2009-11-17 Thread RoadieRyan
Its a beauty! very nice build. I am sure there are QB purists out there that would shudder but to me both the QB and IGH are about keeping it simple so a marriage of the two makes lots of sense to me.Interested to hear more about the efficency versus a derailleur set up. I *may* be moving

[RBW] Re: Protecting the top tube from brake cable

2009-11-17 Thread Earl Grey
I have used the rubber doughnuts on a different bike (Indy Fab Planet X), and find that they all migrate to the rear cable housing stop in a matter of hours, where they do no good. I guess I could use a hundred of them, though... :) Gernot Huber On Nov 18, 1:10 pm, rcnute rcn...@hotmail.com

Re: [RBW] Protecting the top tube from brake cable

2009-11-17 Thread CycloFiend
on 11/17/09 10:04 PM, Earl Grey at earlg...@gmail.com wrote: I went for the larger Hillborne size that fit me, and find that when I come to a stop that my thigh rests squarely on the top tube and rear brake cable, and am worried about eventual paint damage. I saw a photo of a bike recently

Re: [RBW] Protecting the top tube from brake cable

2009-11-17 Thread Seth Vidal
On Wed, Nov 18, 2009 at 1:59 AM, CycloFiend cyclofi...@earthlink.net wrote: on 11/17/09 10:04 PM, Earl Grey at earlg...@gmail.com wrote: I went for the larger Hillborne size that fit me, and find that when I come to a stop that my thigh rests squarely on the top tube and rear brake cable, and