Does anyone use a wald medium basket on a rear-mounted Top Rack?
I'm thinking I may need to do that temporarily for a little bike-camping
trip...
-Evan
On Friday, July 5, 2013 7:13:07 AM UTC-7, NWAJack wrote:
>
> So a while back there was a RR article about what they were carrying in
> their sa
Following in Chris' tire tracks... we had 3 Rivs (Betty Foy, Hunqapillar &
Homer Hilsen) on this weekend's Kidical Mass PDX family bike overnighter to
Dodge Park. Homer and Betty were me and my wife hauling one kid each on
Burley Piccolos. List member Lauren brought her 9 month old and her 52cm
I moved the bars up a bit, down a bit, and so forth. I don't know how I did it,
but it appears I have found some relief in the new bar height. If I can get a
pic (probably my 7 yr old will have to do it) I'll look for a visual
difference. Only more ride time will tell if this will work, and that
My ETA on Saturuday is around 10ish or 11ish depending on whether I can
have anyone from the East Bay tag along. I was planning on leaving early
7ish. If anyone was planning on driving down I would love to carpool If not
I can drive.
PM me off the list.
-Manny
On Sunday, July 21, 2013 11:27:3
T-Minus a few days.
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All,
Cleaning up my parts bin, up for sale:
(all prices include shipping CONUS, payment by paypal only, e-mail me off
list)
Rivish parts:
- 2x Schwalbe Marathon Supreme tires 700x40c - Used, ~200 mi. - $70
- 2x Schwalbe Marathon Racer tires 700x35c - Used, ~300 mi. - $60
- 1x Sugino
Manny:
Sounds good. The simplest thing I can think of is for you to meet us at El
Chorro. Space B-9 is in my name & paid for so even if you get there before
I do it should be OK. So far you have the only car so you can park there.
Hugh, Evan & I will meet you there.
dougP
On Sunday, Jul
Haven't been into any tire searches lately and was wondering if anything
new is out in the 30-35mm range.
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I did this on my Sam. I did use a pan head screw I found at the hardware store.
I am using honjo fenders. However concept is the same. I will take a picture
and post in the morning to make sure we are talking about the same place for
the screw.
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On 07/21/2013 10:16 PM, Joe Bernard wrote:
Your LX derailer may not be rated to a 36-tooth cog. Older ones went
to 32, then later 34. I think the newest SGS versions climb to 36, but
I'm not certain. Do you know what generation/model you have?
Even if it were not rated for a 36T, would that pr
Have you considered the hostel at Pt Reyes? I've stayed there several
times--it's quite nice. We carry food from the store at Pt Reyes Station and
use the hostel's kitchen. Only downside is the 17% grade that you'll climb to
get out in the morning.
Eric N
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Your LX derailer may not be rated to a 36-tooth cog. Older ones went to 32,
then later 34. I think the newest SGS versions climb to 36, but I'm not
certain. Do you know what generation/model you have?
Joe Bernard
Vallejo, CA.
On Sunday, July 21, 2013 2:44:54 PM UTC-7, shawn wrote:
> I am buil
The Soma B-Line Express, 650b x 38mm... not sure how new it is, but they
are new to me, and I love them!
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Wonderful. I'm glad. let me know if you have any other q's
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Look for the cycle wild route from Cleveland Ave MAX to Dodge Park on ride
with gps.
On Jul 21, 2013 5:11 PM, "Antonioni Vicente"
wrote:
> Christopher-
>
> Jealous!
>
> Can you tell me your route in and out? I'm gonna do this, like, tomorrow?
> Ok...more like Tuesday, but still.
>
> Thank you f
I ride one of these:
http://www.suzukicycles.org/photos/race_sixties/1967_RK67_800.jpg
Jst kidding, but, apart from the old Norton grass track racer that my
guitar teacher (Nairobi, Kenya, 1971) had leaning against his wall (no
fenders, stand) I've always thought that these should be more pop
Fantastic! I'm literally dancing.
On Jul 21, 2013 11:16 AM, "David Craig" wrote:
> Hey, Christopher:
>
> I was going through some old touring photos today and found some shots of
> how I adapted the Nitto Front to my Bombadil. I forgot I had even come up
> with this solution as I ended up using a
Hey there Shawn -
You don't say which shifter you are using.
I would remove the chain and then manually shift into the largest cog
position. You should be able to view the alignment from behind the bike.
The limit screw (or something jammed in the parralellogram) should be the
only thing pr
Hey folks -
I appreciate we have motorcycle enthusiasts on the list, but it's pretty
clearly outside our topics of discussion.
Perhaps the best approach (rather than just off-list emails) would be to
create a group here (on google groups) or via one of the Popular Social
Media™ venues.
T
Back in 2001, after an approx. 20 year layoff from motorcycling, I
purchased a Kawasaki KLR 650. At the time I was a committed bicycle
commuter and told myself I'd commute by bicycle three days per week, and
the motorcycle two. The very first week that flip-flopped and by the
second week I wa
this - lace it up.
On Sunday, July 21, 2013 3:56:19 PM UTC-5, Steve Palincsar wrote:
>
> On 07/21/2013 04:48 PM, Tim wrote:
> > I did something really stupid and I need some suggestions. I bought a
> > Roadeo off the list, had it repainted and Mark at Riv built it up.
> > It's a fantastic bik
FOUND
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Should add that sometimes you have to reverse the b -screw to get enough
adjustment for a 36t cog.
http://sheldonbrown.com/deakins/lowgears.html
You can also buy a longer b screw.
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Christopher-
Jealous!
Can you tell me your route in and out? I'm gonna do this, like, tomorrow?
Ok...more like Tuesday, but still.
Thank you for any info!
-ant
On Wednesday, July 17, 2013 12:00:54 PM UTC-7, Christopher Chen wrote:
>
> A quick jaunt to where the Bull Run meets the Sandy Ri
Is the B screw pulling the derailleur back far enough so that it clears the
largest cog?
Are you trying to shift into the largest cog on the rear while you're on the
largest front chain ring?
Is your chain long enough?
Did you make sure that the shifter lever was bottomed out when you attached
I am riding with friends who are training to climb Donner Pass in 5 weeks.
We climbed 2300' over 38 miles in the Texas hill country today. I rode my
bike with the 30-inch gear for this climb, and took off the Grip Kings off
to ride with touring pedals and toe clips. I ride with different shoe
Bobby B,
Sorry for the drag of a post there(!) I certainly wouldn't presume to
advise you not to ride motorcycles, especially if it's something you always
wanted to try.
Like lots of things, sometimes you just have to try it... perhaps to get
it out of your system, OR maybe it becomes s
Matt,
Thanks for the link. I have tried, but no luck.
On Sunday, July 21, 2013 6:00:45 PM UTC-4, Matt Beebe wrote:
>
> First of all, good on you for building up an Atlantis for your wife!
> Regarding the rear shifting, have you tried adjusting the derailleur set
> screws?
>
>
> http://www
I was just looking for advice, not to be berated. I'm sure Lon Haldeman wishes
he'd asked for your blessing before recommending such "extreme measures."
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Thanks for the info. We will be arriving by bike to day.
On Sunday, July 21, 2013, BSWP wrote:
> So many options... Camping by car, motorcycle, bicycle, or on foot? How
> far away would still be considered "near"? And, what's your tolerance for
> not-quite-legal campsites?
>
> Sam P. Taylor is a
I am building up my wife's 51 cm Atlantis and I have ran into some trouble.
I cannot for the life of me get the rear cassette to shift into the largest
two cogs. The drive train is as follows:
Sugino XD-2 46/36/24, Shimano cassettes- 9 Speed 12-36t, Shimano Deore LX
rear derailer, Shimano Deore
Try to get rid of the toe clips and move your feet around. I use Grip Kings
and Tevas with or without socks, or Sambas with heavy wool socks below 40 deg.
When I'm seated I have the ball of my feet just in front of the spindle. When
I have a slower cadence or am out of the saddle I shift my f
> Do they not know about inline adjusters?
+1. I would not pick my derailleur based solely on whether it had a barrel
adjuster. By that logic, I should have thrown out the suntour rear deraileur
when I recently converted to bar end shifters in vintage trek.
• Perry
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We haven't been out west in a long while and she has a college roommate in
Palo Alto who would love to see her for once on the other coast. TIming
would have to coincide with a Betty in stock in her size...
Now that is an idea!
On Sunday, July 21, 2013 1:58:20 PM UTC-4, dougP wrote:
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> Da
First of all, good on you for building up an Atlantis for your wife!
Regarding the rear shifting, have you tried adjusting the derailleur set
screws?
http://www.parktool.com/blog/repair-help/rear-derailler-adjustments-derailleur
On Sunday, July 21, 2013 5:44:54 PM UTC-4, shawn wrote:
>
wondered about the "Bicycle Garage". Not over by Red Hook, not up by the
LIghthouse Coffee shop...
On Sunday, July 21, 2013 8:56:25 AM UTC-7, Christopher Chen wrote:
>
> Gonna be in Fremont today. Want to get my old rock hopper ready to ride.
> Any tips for rivish places to get tires, stems, bar
forgot to mention the VO smooth 58 mm fender set, uninstalled, that is
included with the basic frame/wheels package.
>
>
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Matt:
Sorry about the loss of your friends. I know how you feel. I've lost
friends over the years to motorcycle fatalities, and wouldn't ever consider
getting on a motorcycle...(until recently, strangely enough). It's just
one of those things I decided I wanted to try (after I turned 50)...
Tell yer bike shop to jump in a lake. You don't need barrel adjusters if
you are shifting friction.
So, in defiance of all shop advice, wisdom, counsel, and monitory talking,
I say: use a current mtb rear derailleur. The best rear derailleur, by the
measure of smooth and easy shifting in friction,
Jay:
Manufacturer's recommendations are conservative & assume someone will use
all possible combinations. Personally, I'd want to be able to use all the
cogs with the 40 & only 3-4 on the 26. That depends on your personal
shifting habits, though.
As to question of using a medium cage RD wi
Sell it on ebay as already worn in and buy a new one?
On Jul 21, 2013 4:56 PM, "Steve Palincsar" wrote:
> On 07/21/2013 04:48 PM, Tim wrote:
>
>> I did something really stupid and I need some suggestions. I bought a
>> Roadeo off the list, had it repainted and Mark at Riv built it up. It's a
>> f
I doubt that the 105 will work.
You will most likely need a "mountain" RD to accommodate a 34-T cog.
An inexpensive example: Shimano Alivio M410
Eric Peterson
Naperville, IL
On Sunday, July 21, 2013 1:39:31 PM UTC-5, Jay in Tel Aviv wrote:
>
> I know this has been covered, but I want to be sure
On 07/21/2013 04:48 PM, Tim wrote:
I did something really stupid and I need some suggestions. I bought a
Roadeo off the list, had it repainted and Mark at Riv built it up.
It's a fantastic bike. So here's the problem. Lon Haldeman has
instructions on his PAC Tour blog on how to break in a B-17
I did something really stupid and I need some suggestions. I bought a
Roadeo off the list, had it repainted and Mark at Riv built it up. It's a
fantastic bike. So here's the problem. Lon Haldeman has instructions on his
PAC Tour blog on how to break in a B-17 (or any new leather) saddle. I've
u
Jay,
Try here if noone here knows.
This site usually answers mechanics questions licketty-split. Like in less than
30 minutes someone usually answers.
http://www.bikeforums.net/forumdisplay.php/10-Bicycle-Mechanics
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I've read of people using a mid cage 105 with a 32t cog on road bikes. But
every bike is a little different and doesn't always work for everyone with
all bikes. It usually takes some tweaking with the set screw.
I don't think the 34t cog is an issue, but the capacity depends on what
combinat
Hugh:
I'll let you know where I land. I expect to have it worked out by mid-day
to early afternoon.
dougP
On Saturday, July 20, 2013 10:01:09 PM UTC-7, hsmitham wrote:
>
> Doug,
>
> I'm planning on being up Friday and don't have a place to stay yet. I
> suppose I can just go to Morro SP for
Thank you, Eunice, for reaching out. We're so sorry for you, and for
ourselves. I'm glad I knew Seth, even only electronically. What a positive
light he was.He's an inspiration to be a little kinder, a little more
engaged, and to enjoy the ride a little more.
Philip
www.biketinker.com
On Satu
On 07/21/2013 03:01 PM, Jay in Tel Aviv wrote:
Follow up question:
If the 105 won't work, what would?
The bar ends have no barrel adjuster, so my LBS nixes current model
MTB derailleurs because they don't have them either.
Do they not know about inline adjusters? Also, bar end shifters includ
I meant to clarify... Fremont, CA. :-)
On Jul 21, 2013 11:24 AM, "bo richardson" wrote:
> there are two places i would suggest as rivish in fremont.
>
> different aspects of rivish though.
>
> Free Range Cycles carries the greatest hits from the rivendell catalogue.
> Lots of Nitto in stock as op
So many options... Camping by car, motorcycle, bicycle, or on foot? How far
away would still be considered "near"? And, what's your tolerance for
not-quite-legal campsites?
Sam P. Taylor is a CA State Park on the road out to Point Reyes from San
Rafael, very nice for car camping. There are prim
34-11=23, total 37, still fine but my math clearly needs work
On Sunday, July 21, 2013 9:39:31 PM UTC+3, Jay in Tel Aviv wrote:
> I know this has been covered, but I want to be sure I've got it right.
> I have already ordered a new 40T chain ring to convert the Sugino triple
> on my Sam to 40/26
BSWP--Andrew--says it well: the two kinds of two-wheelers complement each
other. Besides my Sam, Heron Touring, Bridgestone RB-T and XO-1, I ride a
2010 BMW F650GS (the detuned version of the 800 twin); I've been happy on
an F650 single before that, and a '94 K75S, the smothest triple I've
there are two places i would suggest as rivish in fremont.
different aspects of rivish though.
Free Range Cycles carries the greatest hits from the rivendell catalogue.
Lots of Nitto in stock as opposed to LBS Kulshan Cycles in Belling ham
which will gladly order Nitto for you.m When
Nice fo
Hey, Christopher:
I was going through some old touring photos today and found some shots of
how I adapted the Nitto Front to my Bombadil. I forgot I had even come up
with this solution as I ended up using a tubus lowrider on the Bomba that
summer. The rear rack was a black Tubus, so I succumbed
Follow up question:
If the 105 won't work, what would?
The bar ends have no barrel adjuster, so my LBS nixes current model MTB
derailleurs because they don't have them either.
Jay
On Sunday, July 21, 2013 9:39:31 PM UTC+3, Jay in Tel Aviv wrote:
> I know this has been covered, but I want to be
I know this has been covered, but I want to be sure I've got it right.
I have already ordered a new 40T chain ring to convert the Sugino triple on
my Sam to 40/26.
Meanwhile, it looks like my rear D is shot.
Will a medium cage 105 work with my 11-34 tooth cassette?
The capacity should be fine (40
Warning: text that follows is a downer!
I used to ride motorcycles in my 20's, and had lots of friends through
motorcycling. Many overnight trips into Vermont and the Adirondacks.I
met my better half through motorcycling, though neither of us ride anymore.
Sadly I lost two of my rid
I did it on my Miyata 1000 but that bike has cantilever brakes. But I don't
think I would hesitate to do what you suggest on a bike with side pull brakes
as long as there is a reasonable amount of clearance between the head of the
screw and the tire.
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David:
Re: "Sage advice on the wife strategy - happy wife, happy life. I am
trying to convince her that she NEEDS a Betty but she is satisfied with her
Jamis"
Similarly, my wife was perfectly happy with her old Trek 1420 until the
stars aligned to put her onto an Atlantis for a test ride
Is this advisable since there are so few threads and the brake bolt fills
the bridge cylinder?
I could use a really short screw with a panhead, but not sure how many
turns I could get in there and if it would hold. Maybe just three.
My Sam's Longboard slides around thru the metal mounting br
+1 for Rich's wheels.
He's one of the few folks I would trust to build my wheels. Not that
others are bad, mind you. A mindfully-built quietly serves you well.
- Jim
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Hi David,
My Sam has a 52 cm frame with 650B wheels/tires.
Best regards,
Tom
On Sunday, July 21, 2013 5:03:01 AM UTC-7, djbardwil wrote:
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> Once again - thanks to all for the compliments.
>
> Tom -
>
> Sage advice on the wife strategy - happy wife, happy life. I am trying to
> convince her
Eh. Bicycle garage is the only place I can think of that would ACCEPT
Rivendellish bikes. As to say they won't frown upon you wanting to work on
a old frame. No nitto rack stuff tho. Nothing in Fremont like Rivendell at
all. Believe me I looked. Hence the reason why I'm always at RivHQ. But
th
Once again - thanks to all for the compliments.
Tom -
Sage advice on the wife strategy - happy wife, happy life. I am trying to
convince her that she NEEDS a Betty but she is satisfied with her Jamis
Commuter 3 and likes the simplicity of its Shimano Nexus 8 speed internal
hub where she can
You'd be surprised how much grunge can make its way into the bearings
without any kind of cap. Since most grease formulations will attract grit
and then adhere to it, you end up adding a grinding paste to your
bearings. Not immediate, of course, but something to avoid if possible.
(Think abo
Gonna be in Fremont today. Want to get my old rock hopper ready to ride.
Any tips for rivish places to get tires, stems, bars, etc?
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>
> Thanks Andy
>
I will be doing this in the near future... !
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Fenders are good for more than water. Dust on dirt roads, rotting dead road
things and where I am Mayflys will give you skunk strips that smell worse than
skunks.
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All of the camp sites in Pt. Reyes National Seashore is hike-in (or
bike-in!) only, but they are all quite nice. I've stayed at Sky Camp and
whatever the one near the beach is called. Sky camp especially is a
pleasant ride in on a fire road from the main road. Each site has a picnic
bench, a
>
> So what are YOU riding?
>
I rode a Vespa 300 for a couple years, then switched to a MotoGuzzi V7
Classic. It's about as basic a motorcycle as you can buy these days. I have
found that learning to ride a motorcycle properly (starting with a good MSF
course) has significantly improved my bic
Any suggestions for camping near Pt. Reyes would be appreciated. Thanks.
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I've corresponded with Jim Warren a bit about this, but while I will be back in
the U.S., this has collided with our vacation/anniversary trip to
Mendocino/SF/points north over the next three weeks. Have a ball, and I will
root for So Cal., as while I enjoy many friendships and miles to the nort
This is part of why it is paining me to sell the set I have. Only a few
years of socal service, with tons of life in them and never a wiggle out of
true in 3 years. I have had plenty of mediocre wheels over the years, and
only a few exceptional ones. Rich's builds are at the top of exceptiona
Hi Eunice,
Thank you for posting here, and so sorry for your loss. You and all of
Seth's family and friends have definitely been in my thoughts; he just
seemed like a very special person. It is good to hear that Seth's
beloved bicycle was part of his memorial.I can only echo what D
>
> Matt. I may have looked cool and collected, but in truth I felt like a
> seared pig due to the hot weather.
I'm just glad other folks took pictures for once.
I think I can speak for most of you when I say that Grant's photos has been
great inspiration for me.
I was first drawn to Rivendel
https://picasaweb.google.com/117970270819316025970/NittoCampeeFrontRack?authkey=Gv1sRgCJjP-ouZt5_rbA
This is the one with the removable lowrider supports. $200 shipped to lower
48.
Kris
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Doug,
I'm planning on being up Friday and don't have a place to stay yet. I
suppose I can just go to Morro SP for Friday. Anyway I have your phone
number so keep it charged and handy Friday.
~Hugh
On Saturday, July 20, 2013 8:17:00 PM UTC-7, dougP wrote:
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> Next weekend is coming fast. I'm o
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