Re: [RBW] Re: Get a Betty Foy, old man

That would've be '04/'05 thereabouts...whenever the Glorius/Wilbury were first introduced. I rode a red one around the big building, but don't remember which decals were on it. It might have been the Glorius currently for sale here. Wonderful bikes. Joe Bernard Vallejo, CA. On Tuesday, April

[RBW] Re: Pics of you on your Rivendell.

Here's two pics courtesy of the 2012 Courage Classic photographers - http://www.flickr.com/photos/neutralbuoyancy/8614840751/in/photostream/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/neutralbuoyancy/8615946774/in/photostream/ - Brian in Seattle On Thursday, March 28, 2013 5:41:47 PM UTC-7, Michael wrote: > >

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Spring Cleaning Bars, brakes stems crank

Michael, I will take the 58cm boscos. Please contact me regarding payment preference. Ryan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+

Re: [RBW] Re: Recommended 26" tires

I would second the recommendation on the Compass 1.75" tires. They really transformed the ride. I replaced Kojak 2" tires which always felt a bit dead, but cushy. I find the Compass tires to roll more freely, and I seem to ride my commute just as quickly now on my 26er. Brian Seattle, WA On T

[RBW] FS 2 Schwalbe Marathon Tires

Anyone in the Seattle like to buy a pair of new Schwalbe Marathon Tires? Size 700x40c Never been rode on. $20.00 for the pair. They just didn't fit under my fenders. https://post.craigslist.org/manage/3719828969 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Spring Cleaning Bars, brakes stems crank

Yeah I tried it once with Mustache it was OK not my thang though On Tue, Apr 2, 2013 at 10:08 PM, Manuel Acosta wrote: > Mike you have a 5 cm stem? I always wondered how the mustache bars would > run with a tech > > > On Tuesday, April 2, 2013 9:54:00 PM UTC-7, Michael Williams wrote: >> >>

[RBW] Re: FS: Spring Cleaning Bars, brakes stems crank

Mike you have a 5 cm stem? I always wondered how the mustache bars would run with a tech On Tuesday, April 2, 2013 9:54:00 PM UTC-7, Michael Williams wrote: > > Hey group, just trying to thin out some stuff that I never use and dont > plan on using. All prices include shipping Discounts

Re: [RBW] Re: Get a Betty Foy, old man

Grant has often talked of the natural engineering unity of a diamond frame -- more strength for less weight. I can't remember the bibliographic details, but it came up often in the RR. On Tue, Apr 2, 2013 at 10:25 PM, cyclotourist wrote: > Good question... I wonder. > Maybe limited by 19th centu

[RBW] FS: Spring Cleaning Bars, brakes stems crank

Hey group, just trying to thin out some stuff that I never use and dont plan on using. All prices include shipping Discounts for combined items!!thanks-Mike Bars: Nitto Moustache 26.0 clamp $55 Nitto Noodles 44cm $40 Boscos 58cm$55 Stems

Re: [RBW] Re: Get a Betty Foy, old man

Good question... I wonder. Maybe limited by 19th century metallurgy they weren't as strong, so had to be seriously overbuilt. Then the racer-set didn''t like them, so the were relegated to utility bikes, and then to utility bikes for people with skirts. I'm just making that up of course, but you're

[RBW] Re: Get a Betty Foy, old man

> > When you stop and think about it, it makes one wonder why mixtes and > ladies frames *weren't *the standard for bike frame design all along for > both sexes and why top tubes even came along. > It is only natural for a human to need a frame that has total clearance > between the legs. That

[RBW] What's the Biggest Advantage of Stem-mounted Shifters?

They are the best shifter style for using one's left hand to shift the right shifter or vice versa if/when the need ever arises. I'm really liking my IRD stem shifter mounts. They go well with Shimano bar-end shifters. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Grou

[RBW] Mini-Rack on a LongLow - fitment?

Has anyone with an older Riv (mine's a 1998 LongLow) had trouble fitting a Nitto Mini-Rack? How did you solve it? I just got one, and find the legs are too short for the braze-ons on the fork. Yes, I could use "P" clamps, but really prefer the clean attachment offered by the braze-ons. A very s

[RBW] Re: Hillborne finds its true self

Here's my Sam with moustache bars. On Sunday, March 31, 2013 6:04:01 PM UTC-7, Michael wrote: > > I just got a Sam with noodles and am thinking of putting moustaches on it. >> Tired of reach

[RBW] Re: FS/T: Nitto Bullmoose Bar, 200mm, Unpainted

Bump! On Monday, March 18, 2013 4:03:18 PM UTC-7, Jeremy Till wrote: > > For sale is one pair of lightly used (maybe 500 miles) Nitto Bullmoose > Bars from the original batch, in the longer 200mm extension, lovingly > brazed by some little old lady in the Nitto factory. This pair is > unpainte

Re: [RBW] Re: Experimenting with crank length

I get it. I'll have to try that with my new Decksters -- well, try pedaling with my arch: I'm not going to swap out cranks. I loved the comfort of boat shoes with MKS touring pedals and straps, except that I kept pulling my shoes out of the pedals (or foot out of the shoes) so went to back to slott

Re: [RBW] Re: Get a Betty Foy, old man

When was that? We've had this one since '06 and original owner a few years before that. If it was a couple years ago, it was probably this one: http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclekabob/6463177887/ (I know all the pink mixtes on the internets) Cheers, David On Tue, Apr 2, 2013 at 5:20 PM, Joe Be

Re: [RBW] Re: Get a Betty Foy, old man

I ride my Gomez to work and home every day, and still find it more difficult to swing a leg thru the down tube space than to mount it like all my other bikes by swinging a leg over the seat. I'm 64. From: bwphoto To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Cc: Nor

Re: [RBW] Re: Get a Betty Foy, old man

I know that bike! I don't know how many pink-ish Glorius's were built, but I remember seeing one in Grant's backyard while he was drawing me a map to show me how to get back to my car from an aborted ride (long story, quite boring). On Tuesday, April 2, 2013 4:06:55 PM UTC-7, cyclot...@gmail.co

Re: [RBW] Experimenting with crank length

I'm 6'3" and ride 175mm cranks, pretty much across the board. However, the other day when I was riding with my BMX pedals (ie, foot was free to wander on the pedal), I looked down to see my toes were about over the pedal spindle. At this point, wouldn't a shorter crank make sense? That's my latest

Re: [RBW] Re: Recommended 26" tires

While not thousands of miles I have been pretty happy with the SOMA new express tires, for a few months now, a pasella clone with the hypertex casing. They come in colors, I know, but depending on the commuter, keeping the bike fun and all can go a long way. Rob On Tuesday, April 2, 2013 4

Re: [RBW] Re: Recommended 26" tires

The Panas sound like good tires. 1/2 the mass of the Marathons. I mentioned earlier I would probably get those, but this is for a newbie, so I'm thinking the puncture protection and durability are definitely pluses. I've had Cheng Shins on my Bridgestone once upon a time, and was very happy with t

Re: [RBW] Re: Get a Betty Foy, old man

Riv mixte barefoot, does that cover all bases? http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/8613993437/in/photostream Cheers, David On Tue, Apr 2, 2013 at 3:52 PM, Don wrote: > Better than that get a Brompton. At 73 years old and a hip replacement I'm > beginning to experience mounting and dism

[RBW] Re: Get a Betty Foy, old man

Better than that get a Brompton. At 73 years old and a hip replacement I'm beginning to experience mounting and dismounting problems, especially if I have the Carradice Nelson mounted. I recently bought a Brompton and my mounting and dismounting problems are completely solved. They are the most

[RBW] Re: Get a Betty Foy, old man

The more I look at those gorgeous Riv mixtes, plus all the step-throughs Europeans ride to work every day, the more I realize how stupid the American "girl's bike" prejudice is. Then there's the fact that my folders and recumbents are also step-through... On Tuesday, April 2, 2013 10:43:08 AM U

[RBW] Re: Get a Betty Foy, old man

bwphoto: Have you looked into the possibility of diet contributing to your rheumatoid arthritis? If not, it may surprise you haw inflammatory veggie oils and grains can be in the body. See www.perfecthealthdiet.com. Also, sitting and sleeping on the floor have helped me significantly with flexi

RE: [RBW] Digest for rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com - 25 Messages in 7 Topics

I'm 70 years old with Parkinson's and Macular Degeneration. I just finished a nice ride on my orange Ram, rode my Bleriot yesterday, no problems. To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] Digest for rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com - 25 Me

Re: [RBW] Re: Repainted and rebuilt low trail Hunqapillar

Well, I love how the low trail forks have improved the way both the Atlantis and the Hunapillar ride, especially when carrying a load on the front. I love how the handling/steering of the bikes feels so intuitive to me, whereas it seemed to me that with the original forks, I had to "think" more to

[RBW] Re: Get a Betty Foy, old man

I'd have to agree that at least in my case it seems to be a flexibility issue. I have RA and had to quit riding for about ten years until things got under control. When I first tried to ride again last year it took the better part of the summer before I could mount my Sam. I've been working reg

Re: [RBW] Get a Betty Foy, old man

Yup. Two's more dangerous to step over than one. Imagine if there was a treble TT? Yipes. Grin. With abandon, Patrick On Tuesday, April 2, 2013 2:07:52 PM UTC-6, James Warren wrote: > > > Having just moved to two top tubes, am I swimming upstream? > > > -Original Message- > From: Norman

[RBW] Re: Anyone oil and beeswax cork grips?

Update: I sanded the grips on my Albatross bars and rubbed in/ melted with my hands the "bear grease" (4 coconut oil : 1 beeswax). Of course it is a high of freezing today, so they won't absorb much, but given warmer days and a few more light applications, and they should be good to go. On my we

Re: [RBW] Re: Experimenting with crank length

On 03/04/13 04:13, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery wrote: I believe our perceptions are altered by the unnaturally narrow selection of crank options. In this world, 170 is the middle; 175 is long; and 165 is short. That is equivalent to mosf bikes being available in 55, 56, and 57 cm frame sizes.

[RBW] Homer Hilsen in the hills - a ride report

Thanks for the amazing description of your ride. I DNF a 200k last spring and know how hard it is to keep going in adverse conditions. Bravo! Dennis in PDX -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] Re: Recommended 26" tires

Panaracer T Serve Protex in 26X1.75. Pretty light, and seem to be holding up quite well. On Monday, April 1, 2013 10:35:44 PM UTC-4, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: > > Building a bike up that needs solid commuter but non-tank-like 26X1.75 > tires. Schwalbe Marathons (HS420) look to be about what I

[RBW] FS: Pari Moto tires - pair

Cross-posting from the 650b list.. I realized there are a lot of 650b people here too :) I have an extra pair of Pari-Moto tires that I don't need and would like to sell. They have probably around 200-250 miles on them tops, just a handful of rides really. They look almost brand new. In case y

[RBW] Re: Experimenting with crank length

Since you already know about Mark Stonich, I will just mention I've had cranks shortened by him for a recumbent and spoken with him on the phone. He feels that width is not the problem--length is. The general principle (and it has caught on with some recumbent riders as as some upright bike ride

[RBW] Re: Speaking of Photos. (Kinda off topic)

Manny, I have many artist and photographer friends. It used to be, everybody had a dedicated website but now, many use whatever works (some pay for service, other free): Flickr, sugmug, Facebook, whatever. Another web service that is a bit below the radar but is specifically designed for creativ

[RBW] Re: Recommended 26" tires

I use the HS420 in 26x1.75 after the snow melts. They roll just fine. The roads here are terrible with cracks and pot holes everywhere, so I'm hesitant to use Paselas. HS420 fit the "solid commuter tire" brief perfectly. They are not tank like. The life of HS420 is long. I once put approx

[RBW] Re: Recommended 26" tires

Staunchly seconded. I've yet to flat one, and ride from under-maintained country roads to corrugated gravel trails and back without a second thought. Nominally slower (feeling) than Paselas, but nothing you don't forget about after an hour. Squirrely traction is a bit better on Paselas, but then

[RBW] Re: New (to me) Betty for the wife

Peter, I'd be interested in seeing pictures of all your rides; especially the Homer/Hill comparison. Keep 'em rolling. John On Sunday, March 31, 2013 10:12:43 PM UTC-7, PeterG wrote: > > Drove down to Riv. on Saturday from Reno to pick up the wife's Betty > Foy...I took along my Sam Hillborne..

Re: [RBW] Recommended 26" tires

We use Panaracer Hi-Road 26x1.75 on our touring tandem. They're a pretty nice tyre - don't know how the price compares with the Schwalbe. They're also available in 1.5" size. You can also get Pasela in 26x1.75 - eg: http://www.niagaracycle.com/categories/panaracer-pasela-tire-26-x-1-75-wire-be

[RBW] Re: Repainted and rebuilt low trail Hunqapillar

So what are your experiences with this fork, how did the bike ride before compared to now? Have you measured the geometry with the new fork? Johan, Sweden -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and s

Re: [RBW] Re: Experimenting with crank length

I have noticed that when I pedal in the "sneaker position" (arch centered over pedal spindle) I feel like my cranks are longer too. I'm think that no matter what when the balls of our feet engage they go into the sprinters position. When the arch is flat on that's mostly impossible. This gives t

Re: [RBW] Re: Experimenting with crank length

After years of foot pain, I finally discovered that the combination of flat wide and large pedals (DMR Vault - http://www.universalcycles.com/shopping/product_details.php?id=40265 in silver) and placing the foot on its middle over the pedals completely eliminated all the pain, provided the sole is

[RBW] Re: Hillborne finds its true self

I had the exact same revelation about Albatross bars a couple of years ago when I swapped out my Noodles; attitude transformed as much as riding posture. I keep the Noodles around thinking I might need them on some big tour, but I've found the Albas to be totally comfortable touring bars, too.

Re: [RBW] Get a Betty Foy, old man

You sure pedaled like a spring chicken when we rode, Steve! I'm a veritable babe on training wheels by comparison. :) On Tue, Apr 2, 2013 at 2:55 PM, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > > > > > > I and half the people I ride with are 70 or over, and none of us seems > to have any trouble mounting or dis

Re: [RBW] Get a Betty Foy, old man

Having just moved to two top tubes, am I swimming upstream?-Original Message- From: Norman Bone Sent: Apr 2, 2013 10:43 AM To: "rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com" Subject: [RBW] Get a Betty Foy, old man Study says old men should ride B. Foys.http://www.thelocal.se/47064/20130331/#.UVsYP0

[RBW] FS Odds-n-Ends

I accept Paypal to same address. Buyer pays shipping. I usually use UPS but can use another if preferred. More information at http://texluavullcyclingforsale.blogspot.com/ Prices suggested OBO. **Nitto 25.4" Moustache Bar RM016N - very good condition- $50 **Shimano Ultegra Brifters- 3x9 capable-

Re: [RBW] WTB: Nitto Bullmoose dull bright bars

Rene. Yes the 150mm bullmoose. Any pics? Very interested thanks. Jimmy From: René Sterental To: "rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com" Sent: Tuesday, April 2, 2013 3:46 PM Subject: Re: [RBW] WTB: Nitto Bullmoose dull bright bars I'm preparing to sell a 150m

Re: [RBW] Get a Betty Foy, old man

+1. My first thought on reading the article was "that's a flexibility issue, not an age issue." Increase flexibility, decrease your age. Grin. Balance no doubt plays a part, yet I do fine with full on vertigo, when barefoot or moccasined. With abandon, Patrick On Tuesday, April 2, 2013 1:55:2

[RBW] Re: Hillborne finds its true self

Same here. Had drops - Noodles and Nitto Rando - on my Sam and it was never quite right for my use. If I were doing a tour it might be different, but the way I use it the Alba bars transformed the bike, mostly by transforming MY attitude when I get on it. With the Albas (or, I'd imagine, most s

Re: [RBW] Get a Betty Foy, old man

On Tue, 2013-04-02 at 10:43 -0700, Norman Bone wrote: > Study says old men should ride B. Foys. > > http://www.thelocal.se/47064/20130331/#.UVsYP0rDmRJ > > Four out of ten of the people seriously injured or killed in > single-vehicle accidents involving a bike is aged over 65-years-old, > accor

Re: [RBW] WTB: Nitto Bullmoose dull bright bars

I'm preparing to sell a 150mm Bullmoose handlebar. Not sure what you mean by dull bright... You are looking for the mountain bike type handlebar, right? Not the Bosco. Actually, with all the experimentation I've done with handlebars, I will be posting several for sale soon. On Tue, Apr 2, 2013 a

Re: [RBW] Re: Experimenting with crank length

Colorado Patrick here. Riding barefoot I quickly learned midfoot is most comfortable and yes, the difference in power is astonishing. I actually took your post to mean what you describe below, and was puzzled when other's didn't follow. That should likely scare both of us! Grin. With abandon, P

Re: [RBW] Re: Speaking of Photos. (Kinda off topic)

Manny, I can't really offer any advice beyond that which has been offered by others already, but I will take this opportunity to further compliment you on your photography--I always enjoy the photos you post. The Merry Sales cover shot is fantastic and I also like the one along the Nestucca River R

Re: [RBW] Re: Experimenting with crank length

Well Patrick, I was using 175's at the time and I started using a mid foot position over the pedal . It felt wonderful but it also felt like I was using really long cranks ! I used to use 185's and this felt longer . So that's when the short cranks came to mind. I found some people

Re: [RBW] Recommended 26" tires

David, I agree with Manny, for commuting Marathons are workhorses. I hate to write this for fear my hubris will bring down the wrath of the tire Gods, but I think it has been 5 years since I had a flat, and that flat was a rim tube pinch as a result of a hurried rim tape job. It reads like you are

Re: [RBW] Get a Betty Foy, old man

You know, the findings in that study are interesting (though I concede I've not read the actual study yet). Living in the state with the oldest population, I treat a lot of older cyclists. Many of the men have a variety of hip and/or balance issues which make mounting/dismounting their bikes diffic

[RBW] Re: Experimenting with crank length

Bike A: 172.5 DuraAce triple crank on my Ram. Bike B: 175 Sugino XD triple crank on my Bomba. 6'-tall, PHB of 87.6. I think I'd prefer the 17.5, maybe even a 170, on the Bomba... -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubsc

[RBW] Get a Betty Foy, old man

Study says old men should ride B. Foys. http://www.thelocal.se/47064/20130331/#.UVsYP0rDmRJ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch

[RBW] Re: Experimenting with crank length

Very interesting observation and comments. I've often wondered if longer would be better for me. To make it more useful could posters include their PBH with their comments. blissfully ignorant at 6' tall spinning on 175s with a 94cm PBH -- You received this message because you are subscrib

Re: [RBW] 60cm Rambouillet on PDX CL

THAT is a nice bike! Cheers, David On Tue, Apr 2, 2013 at 10:10 AM, Norman Bone wrote: > Not mine. > > http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/bik/3714729944.html > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To unsubscribe from t

[RBW] Re: Experimenting with crank length

I believe our perceptions are altered by the unnaturally narrow selection of crank options. In this world, 170 is the middle; 175 is long; and 165 is short. That is equivalent to mosf bikes being available in 55, 56, and 57 cm frame sizes. Something for everybody! -- You received this message

[RBW] 60cm Rambouillet on PDX CL

Not mine. http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/bik/3714729944.html -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.c

[RBW] Re: Speaking of Photos. (Kinda off topic)

Hi Manny, I enjoy your pics and write ups. I think you capture great parts of cycling, the Bay Area, and people. A few points if you start selling photos: - You'll need to get permission from people. For example, the Merry Sales catalog cover shows a person who is recognizable, and I thin

[RBW] WTB: Nitto Bullmoose dull bright bars

Always wanted to try this bar/cockpit setup. If anyone on this list has one and is looking to part with it, please contact. Spring has sprung, Yahoo!!! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] Re: Experimenting with crank length

Another variable is femur length. It drives people to longer cranks and more seat setback to get a good hip angle. With longer than average femurs (from bike fit sessions) a longer crankarm is a better match, at least for me. I have 175's on all my bikes and prefer that for climbing. It may be

[RBW] FS: 61cm AHH F/F/HS/BB

Hey Group, Up for sale is a used 61cm AHH F/F/HS/BB. Its Toyo built. Repainted Butterscotch. Its 'creamier' in life than in the photos. definitely used, never abused. It has some paint chips here an there that i covered with nail polish. Some chainsuck chips and a little wear on the

Re: [RBW] Re: Experimenting with crank length

For some, the changes seem more important than others. When first getting back into riding I was determined to have 175's because that's what I had before my layoff. Since then, it's become less important. Both the current Rivendells have 170's and feel just fine. My LHT might have 175s on it.

Re: [RBW] Re: Recommended 26" tires

John -- Would you mind posting the actual width (and the width of your rime) and the actual height (or diameter) of the Compass 1.5 559 tire? I wonder if they will fit on my '03. Many thanks. On Tue, Apr 2, 2013 at 8:50 AM, johnb wrote: > Compass tires are amazing smooth and I have had no issu

[RBW] Re: Recommended 26" tires

Compass tires are amazing smooth and I have had no issues with flats in over a year of commuting on one bike. I have the 1.75" ones on my Atlantis and the 1.5" ones on the Rambouillet (tight fit but they fit). I would highly recommend them. Not cheaper though. On Monday, April 1, 2013 10:35:44

Re: [RBW] Re: Experimenting with crank length

Small changes make a difference for me as well. 165's are sweet, 170's OK, 172.5's are hard for me to use. I've had occaision to forget what length cranks were on a bike only to look down and wonder just what was going on. Just me, though. -Ken On Tue, Apr 2, 2013 at 8:40 AM, Bruce Herbitter

Re: [RBW] Re: Experimenting with crank length

And Garth, ever gnomic, uttered: "What would it feel like to have the leverage of long cranks yet still be able to spin like short ones ? Lo and behold ... this came to my mind to try and it's better than I even imagined !!! " O, unfathomable Garth: explain thyself to us of mere mortal ken: how,

[RBW] Re: Rivendell's/Grant's newest line of bags...proto-type spotted...

Funny, I was at a flea market on Sunday, and saw similar (American Tourister type) luggage pieces, thinking how they'd make nice cargo bags for my motorcycle... I LIKE!! BB On Sunday, March 31, 2013 11:14:01 PM UTC-4, Meade Anderson wrote: > > It’s certainly got that look of quality and will a

Re: [RBW] Re: Experimenting with crank length

I've tried 165, 170, and 172.5. Small changes can make a discernable difference on a bike. 170s work best for me (and I'm short with a 29" inseam) so that is what I stay with. On Tue, Apr 2, 2013 at 8:38 AM, Kelly wrote: > Garth, > > You and I are on the same page .. it's bunk for me. Then I a

[RBW] Re: Experimenting with crank length

Garth, You and I are on the same page .. it's bunk for me. Then I am not as sensitive to bike setup as many. I have 171 I think on the Ram and they are perfect.. those Rene Herse Cranks.. I have 175's on my AHH and 175's on my Bombadil with 172.5 on my Mountain bike I accidentally put 1

[RBW] Re: Experimenting with crank length

Experimenting on myself, all "formulas" for crank length are bunk ! lol lolYes, I said it !I followed them , like "they" say, and I have found using shorter ones to be absolutely prfect , for Me ! And yes I need please no one but me ... who else is there ? lol I use Sug

Re: [RBW] Rivendell's/Grant's newest line of bags...proto-type spotted...

Or a reflective triangle. On Tue, Apr 2, 2013 at 6:56 AM, meade anderson wrote: > It was brought up this proto-type didn’t have the near mandatory > reflective tape…please remember it IS a PROTO-TYPE and thus subject to > changes…one is free to add their own tape (and with all the new duct tap

[RBW] Rivendell's/Grant's newest line of bags...proto-type spotted...

It was brought up this proto-type didn't have the near mandatory reflective tape.please remember it IS a PROTO-TYPE and thus subject to changes.one is free to add their own tape (and with all the new duct tape colors one could cover the case in multi-color tape).I imagine with a drill, screws, a ba

Re: [RBW] Re: Recommended 26" tires

Have got the Marathon Racers on my Hillborne and they are nice tires. Not sure they'd be ideal for a commuter. Mine are wearing down faster than other Schwalbe tires I've used. T-Servs are a very good choice, but had the devil of a time installing and then removing them from my wife's bike. Ende

[RBW] Re: Rivendell's/Grant's newest line of bags...proto-type spotted...

It does look thief proof! On Sunday, March 31, 2013 11:14:01 PM UTC-4, Meade Anderson wrote: > > It’s certainly got that look of quality and will accept beausage > gracefully…but I’m still not 100% sure it will be Rivendell’s next offering > in their line of bags but nonetheless I plan on being

[RBW] Re: Recommended 26" tires

I run the marathon racers 1.6 on the tandem and really like them. Great tires, lighter and faster than the panaracers. Jan Heine has a new 1.6 tire out, but I doubt it will save money. Tires may not be a good place to try to save money. Like brakes, you are betting your life on them. Michae

[RBW] Experimenting with crank length

Not exactly a Riv-specific topic, but I think some of you folks will find this interesting, and I'd appreciate any insight. Maybe Jan has done a study, or will do one soon. Over the years, I've used cranks in 165, 170, and 175 mm lengths, and all seem to be ok. I think I prefer the shorter end