Does anyone have suggestions for tires for the wintertime on a Sam Hill???
I'm running Jack Browns at the moment but I would like more tread for those
wet snowy conditions..
Thanks,
Bruce
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If ice is a typical concern where you live, Schwalbe Marathon Winter
700x35 or 700x40. Schwalbe also has the 700x38 Snow Stud, which is
probably more appropriate for locales where wet snow is more common,
but ice is an occasional concern.
On Oct 28, 9:02 am, Bruce Baker bkno...@gmail.com wrote:
on 10/25/10 1:47 PM, William at tapebu...@gmail.com wrote:
The cross in front also has its trade offs. The cables themselves do
rub on the underside of the downtube when they cross back over to get
into the right BB guide slot. Also that might cause trouble for
your third bottle cage
I had rim tape strips between it and the frame. While the coating
wore through, the frame wasn't harmed. Eventually sold it as I wasn't
using it and didn't want to have to keep checking the frame if I was.
On Oct 27, 6:48 pm, Bill Gibson bill.bgib...@gmail.com wrote:
I wrap mine in tape of
I bought David's just tool dipped it. It's thick enough the loops
don't quite go all the way around the stays but she'll do for a
saddlebag support. For a really big saddlebag or one that's heavily
loaded, a bolt on rack is better.
dougP
On Oct 28, 10:53 am, cyclotour...@gmail.com
If you need spikes, make sure they are carbide. The ones from Nokian
and Schwalbe are, some cheaper tires are not. Carbide will far outlast
regular steel ones.
If you don't need spikes, there are many types of cyclocross tires,
ranging from fully knobbies to smoother center and ridges on the
If you don't need tires with studs, the basic Schwalbe Marathons are a
great way to go. Also pretty inexpensive.
--mike
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Yeah, we really need to know winter tires for where and what conditions. Is
the OP in Florida or Fairbanks?
Steve (in Michigan where studded tires are near-mandatory)
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I updated the bike with an An-Atomica saddle. I have had it out on
long rides recently (there has been some really nice fall weather here
in PA) and I absolutely love this bike. For better or for worse I
went clipless too.
In my experience, the Nokian Hakka-something-or-other W240 (240 studs/
tire) is really great on ice and not very good in moderate-to-heavy
snow.
Check Peter White's site for good info regarding winter tire choice.
Yours,
Thomas Lynn Skean
On Oct 28, 3:40 pm, Frederick, Steve
I've been riding for 30+ years and the Rambouillet is the best road
bike I have ever ridden. I'm glad to see the DT shifters on your
bike. For the kind of joy riding the Rambouillet was designed for DT
shifters make a lot of sense. It's like a Jaguar, a marriage of laid
back and all the speed
First let me apologize up front because I am posting this to a couple
of lists.
My wife and I have rarely done winter vacations but this year we are
dreaming of. sun, surf and fun.
So far Belize, Barbados, Puerto Rico, and Cuba have bubbled up in
conversation. My B'day gift was Lonely
It's like a Jaguar, a marriage of laid back and all the speed and
road manners you will ever want.
Brilliant description.
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I was lucky enough to get a new car last Sunday. It's really nice; the whole
new car experience, everything working. Comfortable. Fun to drive. I'm honestly
excited about it.
And on Monday morning to come to work, I still couldn't wait to get on my 2003
Rambouillet and ride that. That's how
It FIGURES!!! My timing is always off by a week... I was at RBW HQ a
week too late, and although Annapolis is within driving distance for
me, the weekend of Nov 6 I will be school-hunting with my daughter in
Vermont!!!
On Oct 27, 12:34 pm, Frankwurst fbr...@jwperry.com wrote:
You might want to
Have used both Nokian and Schwalbe studded tires. Prefer the Schwalbe
as the tires seem to run smoother. Mostly on roads with occasional
ice patches.
If you live in an area where studs are not needed, then Schwalbe
Marathon Crosses might do. Semi open tread and fit well on a Sam
Hillborne.
My
Thinking of replacing a Shimano 9 speed cassette with an 8. Shifters
are Silvers. Do I need to upgrade the 9 sp Sram chain to an 8 sp as
well? My hunch is that with friction I won't notice a difference. Has
anyone tried this?
Am I being silly? I have 3 bikes with 9 speed, and one in storage with
why don't you go all the way to the top and go 7 speed?
The chain won't be an issue IMO. I've used a 9 speed chain on a 7
speed Suntour cassette ( friction of course) and it shifts flawlessly.
Ive read that the interior spacing is essentially the same between 7,
8 and 9 speed chains.
~Mike~
On
Frank,
Beautiful bike, I know you will really enjoy it. Love the green paint
job! Looks like a certain Quickbeam I know...(as of this afternoon).
Ride on Riv!
Joel
I got it last week, well worth the wait. I've owned or own a
Quickbeam, a couple of Atlantis', a Saluki, a (Waterford)
It's a bit farther, but Thailand is fantastic for cycling, and very
safe. I can give you lot's of info. That said, friends of mine spent
their honeymoon bike-touring Cuba and loved it.
Cheers,
Gernot
On Oct 29, 6:40 am, MichaelH mhech...@gmail.com wrote:
First let me apologize up front because
I haven't been to Belize but I have spent a lot of time on the Mexican
coast south of Cancun which is far more affluent (road Infrastructure)
than southern neighbor Belize I'm told. That said, the locals ride the
road regularly, but there is rarely a shoulder to use. I've rented
bikes down there
I find that I prefer a narrow chain on a wider cassette spacing when I
am friction shifting. The shifts are still quick and smooth enough.
I have 6 speeds or less on all but one bike, the Rawland. I find that
I need to be much more precise with the 9 sp to keep the casette noise
and rubbing
I agree - 8 is worth it, but 7 is even slightly better with the silvers. For
the swap to 8, all you need to do is the cassette.
Mobile Brian Hanson
On Oct 28, 2010, at 7:51 PM, Michael_S mikeybi...@rocketmail.com wrote:
why don't you go all the way to the top and go 7 speed?
The chain
You prefer a seven year old bicycle to a brand new car! I love it!
So many people don't get that riding my bike to the grocery store
makes even a mundane chore an adventure (OK, a possilbe adventure) and
is fun, versus the hassle of dealing with the car.
dougP
On Oct 28, 5:16 pm, James Warren
While perhaps seemingly not as exotic as some of those other places, I
urge you not to underestimate the mindblowingly high-quality riding
and adventure Maui has to offer. Maui is not just touristy beaches and
golf. There's great backcountry stuff there; hikes and waterfalls
galore. The riding
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