[RBW] Re: Canti's with low reach for 27" to 700 conversion

Thanks for the suggestions. It is trial and error but finding things like motolight make that trial and error easier, Kelly -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.co

Re: [RBW] Re: 50 years since the training wheels came off

Thanks for the good wishes! I've been doing the "ride your age in miles" for a while, but I hadn't thought of getting a new bike (lightbulb goes on). I should have been more specific with my request. I'm looking for ideas for a special ride. Something on the order of a week or less would be good. I

[RBW] WTB/WTT: Leather Mud Flap

Got one you're not using? Let's make a deal. --Eric N www.campyonly.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to r

[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto, Brooks, Cygolite, Sidi, Shimano et. al. Garage Sale

All that's available is as follows: 1) Sidi Dominator shoes in size 47 2) Shimano SPD sandals in *CORRECTION* size 47-48 3) Nitto Wire Guard 4) Selle Saddle 5) Ultegra Wheel 6) MityCross Light reduced to $50 7) Tires & Fenders 8) Big Agnes Tent reduced to $125 Thanks everyone who bought for you b

[RBW] Re: Canti's with low reach for 27" to 700 conversion

the Shimano CX70's have a lot of adjustment, not sure if they will work though... This is a trial and error thing unfortunately. ~mike Carlsbad Ca On Thursday, August 30, 2012 2:09:22 PM UTC-7, Kelly wrote: > > Well I have for the most part finished my build on the Holdsworth. The > brakes I

Re: [RBW] Which Phil BB for the Sugino XD-2 triple?

The Tange 107 and 110 have the same right-side dimension. The 110 is 3mm longer on left for---let's not get obsessive about this--but 3mm more symmetrical Q. I don't know if Shimano's the same, but I bet... We used Phil 108s, but Phil others close wll work. They're adjustable. Not only one answ

Re: [RBW] Re: 50 years since the training wheels came off

Happy Birthday, Jim! I agree with both the "get another bike" and do a "birthday ride" suggestion. I typically do a birthday ride--usually on my Rawland fixed gear--selecting a route that puts me in the vicinity of good food & drink :) Cheers! lyle On 30 August 2012 21:27, lungimsam wrote: > P

[RBW] Re: Pedal help

I use em all. Sometimes sneakers other times flip flops sometimes teva sandals sambas and in the winter boots. My feet don't discriminate and I ride fine in all of them. But lately in the morning if I walk through the grass the dew is enough to make my feet slip on the kings. -- You received

[RBW] FS Berthoud Saddle, Nitto Seatpost, Speedplay Pedals

I just bought a nice White Industries crank from a list member, now I need to clear out a few things that have been laying around. All prices include shipping in the CONUS. Paypal personal option preferred for payment. Berthoud Aspin Touring Saddle - Natural color with Randi Jo Fab saddle cover

[RBW] Re: Pedal help

The pedal spikes make a world of difference for the Grip Kings. Well worth the time and effort. David Spranger Charlotte, NC On Thursday, August 30, 2012 8:46:57 PM UTC-4, murphyjrfk wrote: > > I want the grippiest of all pedals available. > I have the grip kings and I love the shape and the ped

[RBW] Re: 50 years since the training wheels came off

> > PS - Happy Birthday, and congrats on so many years of cycling fun. What a > blessing! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/gSt5ker_

[RBW] Re: 50 years since the training wheels came off

> > Every year, on your birthday, you could go for a ride with mileage the > same as how old you are. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunc

[RBW] Re: Pedal help

> > I use the MKS Touring pedals and they do well in the rain.. > It might depend on the geography of the sole of your shoes. Do you wear > smooth soles, or sneaker types with ruts and channels in them? > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owner

[RBW] Re: 50 years since the training wheels came off

this *clearly* calls for another bike. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/QVFQppI4TrUJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners

[RBW] Re: V brakes vs cantis (Was: Lance Armstrong Stripped of Tour de France Title)

+1 for the Yokozuna pads performing equally well as Kool Stops. As to the Tektro CR720s, the pads wore out surprisingly quickly. Mine were cartridge shoes (?) so it was simple to replace with Kool Stop pads. dougP On Aug 30, 5:30 pm, Eric Platt wrote: > Will often use the Yokozuna pads that Ri

[RBW] Pedal help

I want the grippiest of all pedals available. I have the grip kings and I love the shape and the pedals- when they are dry. So here's the deal should I get the pins- which I'd gladly do as long as they will really be super duper bloody shins grippy or should I pop for the tioga spyders. I'd muc

Re: [RBW] Re: V brakes vs cantis (Was: Lance Armstrong Stripped of Tour de France Title)

Will often use the Yokozuna pads that Rivendell sells. Put them on my wife's bike and they are on at least one of mine. They are also quite nice and seem to pick up less metal and junk during Minnesota winters. That's one downside I've seen with the Kool Stops. They also don't always play nice

[RBW] Re: Canti's with low reach for 27" to 700 conversion

Probably more typically used to get the pads higher, but perhaps Paul Motolite's would work. On Aug 30, 2:09 pm, Kelly wrote: > Well I have for the most part finished my build on the Holdsworth.   The > brakes I've got on it are cheap or at very least weak springed with no > adjustment.  So I wen

[RBW] Canti's with low reach for 27" to 700 conversion

Well I have for the most part finished my build on the Holdsworth. The brakes I've got on it are cheap or at very least weak springed with no adjustment. So I went to replace them and realized that the bike must have originally been for 27 inch wheels. Anyway I'm looking to find a brake to

Re: [RBW] FS: Nitto, Brooks, Cygolite, Sidi, Shimano et. al. Garage Sale

Damn, sorry, that was supposed to go directly to Mike. G-D gmail! On Thu, Aug 30, 2012 at 2:58 PM, PATRICK MOORE wrote: > Mike: I covet those sandals, but I am very short on cash right now. > Any chance you might consider a trade? If so, what might tip the > scale? > > Thanks, Patrick Moore > > O

Re: [RBW] FS: Nitto, Brooks, Cygolite, Sidi, Shimano et. al. Garage Sale

Mike: I covet those sandals, but I am very short on cash right now. Any chance you might consider a trade? If so, what might tip the scale? Thanks, Patrick Moore On Wed, Aug 29, 2012 at 12:29 PM, Mike On A Bike wrote: > I've built up an accumulation of quality bike stuff that is no longer > usef

Re: [RBW] Bombadil with 60 mm Big Apples and fenders

Glad to hear... :) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/1oxUqZDfIukJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups

[RBW] Re: Riv's new Thin Gripster pedals?

After a quick ride on the fixed-gear QuickBeam, I have to say I like these pedals very much. I could not strike them, even tooling around the roundabouts in my neighborhood. What's weird - maybe obvious with platform pedals - is the freedom to put my feet anywhere at all. I think I'm going to m

[RBW] Re: 50 years since the training wheels came off

Is this a trick question? You buy another bike, then go for a ride! Russ "just ordered a Boulder myself" Harper in Sunny Seattle, WA On Tuesday, August 28, 2012 9:53:37 AM UTC-7, Jim M. wrote: > > I'm turning 55 this year, and although I'm not much for birthdays, I > realized it will be a half-

Re: [RBW] Re: Which Phil BB for the Sugino XD-2 triple?

Same here on my Ram. On 8/30/2012 11:57 AM, Ginz wrote: I'm running the XD with the Phil 113 JIS and I generally get a 47.5mm chainline from the middle ring, give or take a mm or two. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To p

Re: [RBW] Bombadil with 60 mm Big Apples and fenders

Yeah, I went down to 25 front and 35 rear today. I think I'll still go lower at the front. Not sure about the back, 35 PSI feels too firm to me, but I think I have about 70% of my weight on the back wheel so I'm a little worried about pinch flats and rim damage. I would say the tread on these t

[RBW] Re: Which Phil BB for the Sugino XD-2 triple?

I'm running the XD with the Phil 113 JIS and I generally get a 47.5mm chainline from the middle ring, give or take a mm or two. -- 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-bunch@googlegroup

RE: [RBW] ISO 59cm Bleriot FFHS

And there are examples of that frame being built with 650B on the web -- works well, and is quite attractive. I've thought about doing one of those myself, but I keep coming back to the Foy. -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegrou

Re: [RBW] Which Phil BB for the Sugino XD-2 triple?

I just bought the 113 UN55 for a 54 LHT. I haven't fit it yet but everything I saw was that it would fit well. Stephen On Wednesday, August 29, 2012 11:11:21 PM UTC-7, Joss Winn wrote: > > > > > > > > Which Phil BB for the Sugino XD-2 triple? > > Joss Winn > Aug 29 05:11PM +0100 > > >

[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto, Brooks, Cygolite, Sidi, Shimano et. al. Garage Sale

I am interested in the Crystal Fellow seatpost, I had replied yesterday but didn't get a response. On Wednesday, August 29, 2012 11:29:37 AM UTC-7, Mike On A Bike wrote: > > I've built up an accumulation of quality bike stuff that is no longer > useful to me, and it's time to finally have a gar

[RBW] Re: New Shimano 7-speed group

There are many new hybrid/city bikes with 7-speed trigger shifters that works very well. Those wide range Shimano freewheels are of quite bad quality in my experience, they wear out fast. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

Re: [RBW] Which Phil BB for the Sugino XD-2 triple?

> > > Which Phil BB for the Sugino XD-2 triple? > Joss Winn Aug 29 05:11PM +0100 > > I just ordered a Sugino XD-2 triple from Rivendell and I'm wondering which > Phil Wood BB I should order (to go on a Surly LHT). Rivendell don't specify > exactly which Phil BB they are selling. Is it th

Re: [RBW] ISO 59cm Bleriot FFHS

How tall? My wife is 5'9" and I built her up a white 58cm Soma Buena Vista mixte (if you want to consider new). We both think it's the bomb. There's room for a taller rider in that size. Not sure if there is a size larger as well. It sure is a pretty bike. I would not say feminine but certainly

[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto, Brooks, Cygolite, Sidi, Shimano et. al. Garage Sale

what extension is the dirt drop stem? I'm looking for the 8mm. Michael Allen On Wednesday, August 29, 2012 11:29:37 AM UTC-7, Mike On A Bike wrote: > > I've built up an accumulation of quality bike stuff that is no longer > useful to me, and it's time to finally have a garage sale with it all.

[RBW] FS: Nitto, Brooks, Cygolite, Sidi, Shimano et. al. Garage Sale

Apologies for the public response. For some reason it's the only option on the phone. I am interested in the dir drop stem and maybe the SIDI shoes, but have a couple of questions My email is egibbs(at)maine(dot)rr(dot)com Thanks J -- You received this message because you are subscribed to t

[RBW] Re: Gratuitous Beer Haulin' Photos

Here's about 3.5 gallons of beer. More on the bike here: http://cyclingspokane.blogspot.com/search/label/cycle%20truck (very) Tenuous Riv connection: the tool bag on this bike is a Baggi

Re: [RBW] Bombadil with 60 mm Big Apples and fenders

Not a great photo, but you can see the rims here: https://picasaweb.google.com/BERTIN753/BIKESMISCELLANEA#5756631061145149906 I think 60s and SnoCats are really overkill for anything except soft surfaces or, perhaps, very rough surfaces (I can ride over riprap) but the combination is very cushy!

Re: [RBW] Bombadil with 60 mm Big Apples and fenders

Patrick -- I like the SnoCat idea. Any photos? I'm toying with getting some SnoCats but they seem to have stopped making them in 26". I'm running the 26x2.15 Big Apples and wondered if the SKS P65 fenders would fit. I'll have to try that and report back. -- You received this message

[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto, Brooks, Cygolite, Sidi, Shimano et. al. Garage Sale

Mike, I'll take the (2) Princeton Tec EOS Lights. Can paypal immediately, just let me know: jeffrey.kane(at)mac.com On Wednesday, August 29, 2012 2:29:37 PM UTC-4, Mike On A Bike wrote: > > I've built up an accumulation of quality bike stuff that is no longer > useful to me, and it's time to fi

Re: [RBW] Re: Bombadil with 60 mm Big Apples and fenders

I used SKS's with the 559 model; this was a few years ago and I don't know what model the fenders were, but they certainly worked -- better coverage than the Planet Bikes on the Fargo, tho' still not quite as wide as the tire. On Thu, Aug 30, 2012 at 7:14 AM, Ginz wrote: > Looking good! > > Is an

Re: [RBW] Bombadil with 60 mm Big Apples and fenders

I find the 60s best (comfort/sidewall stability) at ~22 front/~27 rear for strictly pavement riding, but that on 44 mm rims. 30 psi in front is too harsh. Of course, rider's weight affects the ride at any given pressure. Good to see that the B fits the BAs with room to spare. My LiteSkins measure

[RBW] Re: New Shimano 7-speed group

Indeed... perhaps there is hope for the world. I applaud any corporate acknowledgment that for many cyclists 7 speeds is enough. "7. Good for stems *and* cogs!" However, there are still dark forces at work. I really hope the diamond frame bicycle we know and love is *not* replaced by the http:

[RBW] 52cm Waterford Bombadil for sale-custo​m 1 top tube model

Having put a few hundred more miles on the Bombadil I have decided it is just an awesome bike but it is just a tad small for me. I think until I wait for the HC bike I am going to pick up the 60cm Polyvalent to move over my 650b stuff so the Bombadil is officially for sale but for good reasons thi

Re: [RBW] Re: V brakes vs cantis (Was: Lance Armstrong Stripped of Tour de France Title)

Oh, the Kool stops are the only pads I use too. I do the swap when i get new brakes. On Aug 30, 2012 8:53 AM, "Garth" wrote: > > The stock pads of > the cr-720 are the worst I've ever encountered. I used brand new ones on > new Mavic rims an

[RBW] Re: Bombadil with 60 mm Big Apples and fenders

Looking good! Is anyone doing this with the 26x2.35 Big Apples and the SKS P65s? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/kho721GU2lEJ. T

Re: [RBW] Re: Does your technomic stem extension sit level on your bike? The top of the "7".

No, stop staring at the thing and get out and ride! Of course you could just get a dirt drop or periscopa. On Aug 29, 2012 10:29 PM, "lungimsam" wrote: > Bleriot Headtube is listed as 71. >> Technomic as 72. >> But the cyclecomputer is sure tilted forward alot. >> > But looks like there is no ben

Re: [RBW] Re: V brakes vs cantis (Was: Lance Armstrong Stripped of Tour de France Title)

The stock pads of the cr-720 are the worst I've ever encountered. I used brand new ones on new Mavic rims and it was like using sandpaper to stop with. They really need Kool Stop Salmon pads , which make all the difference. No more sand

[RBW] Re: Bombadil with 60 mm Big Apples and fenders

Tom, that's cool... I ride the 50mm BAs on my Bomba (with fenders), which lacks the pure cush of the 60mm tires, but I've got plenty of fender clearance. Let us know how it works out. Thx, BB On Thursday, August 30, 2012 6:18:14 AM UTC-4, Tom Harrop wrote: > > It works! The tyres measure about

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv's new Thin Gripster pedals?

Hooray! On Wed, Aug 29, 2012 at 9:18 PM, grant wrote: > We have more Thin Gripsters on the way, should be here...Tuesday. The > cygo-lites, too. > > > On Tuesday, August 28, 2012 9:08:37 AM UTC-7, rperks wrote: >> >> These pedals are great. While not having tried the particular set that >> Riv

[RBW] Re: Gratuitous Beer Haulin' Photos

A truly useful bicycle! I like where this thread is going. > Rob in Seattle -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/1kkRztHYQKMJ. To post