[RBW] Quality Bike Maintenance Videos?

Can anyone recommend a YouTube or other online video series on bicycle maintenance? I'm discovering, much to my joy, that my newly reinforced Hobbit Hole is a great place to do what I haven't been able to do for years -- have a quiet place to work and stretch my manual dexterity without costing

[RBW] Re: Contemplating 1 x 9 drivetrain

Huh. the 8 speed Shimano 11-34 cassette costs $13 and the chains cost less than the 9-speed. That's a lot of cost for a lower gear I don't need except in the 36 front ring. Plus the potential change in shifting performance. H. Anyone know why Rivendell doesn't carry the 11-34 8x cassette? ht

[RBW] Anyone use front bag on a Sam like Rando-style?

Weight on front rack. Decaler holding the top of the bag? How's the handling? -- 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...@g

[RBW] Re: Using my Sam as a commuter

I do everything with my Sam. Group rides, century rides, errands and commuting to work everyday. The Seattle rain and road grit does eat through drive trains but a lot less money then I'd spend on a car. On Wednesday, April 9, 2014 3:28:08 AM UTC-7, blakcloud wrote: > > This weeks experiment, w

[RBW] Courage Classic 2014

I'm riding and fundraising again in the 2014 Courage Classic. Anyone else? I have yet to see another Rivendell on this ride and this will be my third year riding for this great cause. - What it's for - The Mary Bridge Children's Hospital and the Rotary Endowment for the Intervention and Prevent

Re: [RBW] WTT: Baggins Panniers for an Albastache bar

Hey Brad, I think I'll take the panniers, should I paypal to this address? Thank you man! -Mike Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 9, 2014, at 4:19 PM, jinxed wrote: > > Brad indeed. And good question. I've never mounted them, so I had to look, > and I think you're absolutely correct. There i

Re: [RBW] Re: Rambouillet conundrum

A decade ago you were almost 30 years older? How does that work? Does Rivendell now sell the Fountain of Youth? On Mon, Apr 7, 2014 at 6:44 PM, George Schick wrote: > Patrick - yeah, I know it. That's why I finished my thread post with > "...it certainly does seem as though not every bike is

[RBW] Re: Used (Vince's) 60cm Betty Foy at Rivbike

Kills me! I just saw this and wanted my sister to get a chance at it! It would be her size and everything! She's on eastern time, so I couldn't alert her until tomorrow. Maybe next time... -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

Re: [RBW] Re: Rambouillet conundrum

I find that the load and torque vector on a single legged kickstand causes the bolt to come loose over time, whereas the bolt has never come loose on my double legger. YMMV I guess On Wed, Apr 9, 2014 at 8:59 PM, Kelly wrote: > My 68cm RAM is my go fast bike. I'm 235 and usually in the 225 we

[RBW] Re: Rambouillet conundrum

My 68cm RAM is my go fast bike. I'm 235 and usually in the 225 weight class. The bike comes in at about 25lbs with everything on it, and feel great to me. May not be for everyone but it feel quick and nimble and actually rides very well.I am in the wonderful position of being a perfec

[RBW] FS: QuickBeam Wheelset

Wheelset from my (newish to me) QuickBeam is sitting unused...bearings are super smooth These are the 120/100 Suzue hubs (freewheel on both sides)...all silver in GREAT shape how does $250 plus shipping sound? thanks! thomas in Parker, CO -- You received this message because you are subscri

Re: [RBW] Re: 26" Tire Suggestions?

The Kojaks are the best fat slicks available. On Wed, Apr 9, 2014 at 5:10 PM, dougP wrote: > The Big Ben's that Rivendell sells get good reviews here for both on & off > road. Haven't tried them myself. I have a pair of 2" Schwalbe Marathon > Supremes that I ran on my old MTB for a while be

[RBW] WTB: Rivendell Miesha's Cork Grips (Bar-end Version) & Pletscher Twin-Legger Kickstand

Hi I am looking for these two items, especially the grips that are currently out of stock at Riv. Please drop me a line! I am located in San Francisco, CA. Thanks, Robin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto Mini Front Rack 32F

sold! -- 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.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@go

[RBW] 26" Tire Suggestions?

Compass 2". Great tires that are as fast for me as jack B's or Hetres. And they look great on a Miyata! https://flic.kr/p/jdSiwd Brian Hanson Seattle, WA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and s

[RBW] Re: WTB: Nitto Big Front Rack

found one, thanks! -- 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.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-ow

[RBW] Re: Riv-ish Shop in Chicago?

Go to Turin. It used to be a co-op but now operated by Lee who started Lake shoes. Lore has it that back when it was still a co-op Mark Nobilette and Bruce Gordon learned their trade there. They usually have stuff nobody else does and there's always something cool in the stand. The new Ancie

Re: [RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne Frame Fitment Update

I am 190 and running my Barlow Pass tires at 65 rear and 60 front. I may try an go a bit lower to see if things get better (they areally nice as is). It is all pretty subjective when it comes to preference. Start somewhere, keep track and experiment. Road surface, conditioning, length of ride,

[RBW] FS: Nitto Mini Front Rack 32F

This one: http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/r2.htm Used but never abused. $95 shipped. -- 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+un

[RBW] Re: Used (Vince's) 60cm Betty Foy at Rivbike

The Betty and the 59 San Marcos didn't last long! --Tom (Miami) -- 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.co

Re: [RBW] Re: Contemplating 1 x 9 drivetrain

Sounds exactly like something I would expect coming from his shop! Cheers, David "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal On Wed, Apr 9, 2014 at 11:27 AM, Matthew J wrote: > I really like 9 speed for the 36T cassette though. Best bike component to > come out in the last deca

[RBW] Re: Contemplating 1 x 9 drivetrain

Exactly, Ted. The set-up you describe is precisely what I'm looking forward to moving toward. I'd go with even more difference in the front than 24/36 except that I want to mostly ride the 36, only dropping into the granny if essential, ideally only when leaded. Since I'm happy with the top end

[RBW] Re: Contemplating 1 x 9 drivetrain

Patrick, If you start getting particular about your gearing preferences, I think the whole issue becomes quite subjective and driven by personal preferences. Michael clearly likes his arrangements, which I certainly don't, and he specifically recommends against arrangements I use and particular

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa Prototype on Blug?

Sorry to dredge an older thread but I thought I would share a photo that I took at the Bicycle Museum in Sakai City, Japan that I too last week. I had earlier commented on how it looked like an older 80's mountain bike and after seeing the bike below I am even more convinced. The bike in the p

[RBW] Re: Racks! (WTB?)

Regarding "Campee". Campee is not a model name, but more of a product line or maybe just a branding adjective. Milwaukee Bicycle, just as a for-instance, sells 8 racks that have the Campee sticker on them, and that doesn't include the Mini Front (32F) that Riv sells. As another for-instance,

[RBW] Re: Racks! (WTB?)

Matthew: I've used the Nitto big back rack (the older one, not the current one with the 2nd set of bars), another Nitto (forget the number) that does have the lower bars, and the Tubus Cosmo. Also numerous cheap aluminum (c)racks as I climbed the learning curve. Good quality steel racks are a

[RBW] Re: 26" Tire Suggestions?

The Big Ben's that Rivendell sells get good reviews here for both on & off road. Haven't tried them myself. I have a pair of 2" Schwalbe Marathon Supremes that I ran on my old MTB for a while before putting knobs back on it. They are more of a touring tire but I've ridden the off-road, both o

[RBW] WTB/WTT: Size 4, old style (= black) Zefal HpX

For a 57 c-c tt or 57 or 58 c-c st. Good condition, please. -- Resumes, LinkedIn profiles, and letters that get interviews. By-the-hour resume and LinkedIn coaching. Other professional writing services. http://www.resumespecialties.com/ Patrick Moore Albuquerque, Nouvelle Mexique, Etats Unis --

[RBW] Re: 29er x 2.5" Fender Recommendations?

Cody at Woody's Fenders is going to lengthen some chop chort fenders, add stays. That way I'll be able to not worry about clearances near as much and can set the fender with greater clearance for debris to clear out. We'll see how it goes! With abandon, Patrick -- You received this message be

Re: [RBW] WTT: Baggins Panniers for an Albastache bar

Brad indeed. And good question. I've never mounted them, so I had to look, and I think you're absolutely correct. There is a simple leather "belt loop" riveted on the backside of each bag that would serve as a lashing point, and an Irish strap would be perfect. On Wednesday, April 9, 2014 4:55:

[RBW] WTB: Technomic Deluxe 10cm Stem, 26.0mm & Possible Pedal Swap.

Check out the VP-Vice at Ocean Air Cycles -J -- 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.com. To post to this

Re: [RBW] Bay Area Overnight, May 16, 17, 18?

Hey CC, i could be down to camp Sunday night( 18th). Let me know, -Mike Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 9, 2014, at 11:17 AM, Chris Chen wrote: > > Gonna be around. Anyone up for a quick overnight one of those nights? > > cc > > -- > "I want the kind of six pack you can't drink." -- Micah > --

Re: [RBW] WTT: Baggins Panniers for an Albastache bar

Hey there, its Brad right? I might have exchanged some emails in the past with you via the forum.How do the bags attach? You just throw them over the rack and use an irish strap to secure them? Im potentially interested if you havnt sold them yet. Thanks-Mike Sent from my iPhone >

[RBW] WTT: Baggins Panniers for an Albastache bar

In building up my Hilsen, I need to change my stem, which means unwrapping the bars...I have been wanting to try the Albastach for some time so thought this would be a good point to do it. I started looking around for something to finance it and realized I had a set of Baggins panniers in waxed

Re: [RBW] Re: Using my Sam as a commuter

10 mile round trip four days a week on my AHH. Oh what fun it is getting to and from work. Well I must pack up and hit the road for another commute adventure. On Wed, Apr 9, 2014 at 1:36 PM, Patrick Moore wrote: > J: my solution to the matter of a "beater that can be stolen without > tragedy"

Re: [RBW] Re: Contemplating 1 x 9 drivetrain

On 04/09/2014 05:36 PM, Michael Hechmer wrote: Deacon, I'm sitting in an Inn after a hard drive across a chunk of Md., all of Delaware, NJ, and up NY to Rhinebeck so my brain is too tired for a full answer. So here's the short version. All gearing combinations involve trade offs among 4 vari

[RBW] Re: Contemplating 1 x 9 drivetrain

Thanks, Michael! Rest well after your long drive! Yes, indeed. The challenge of simplicity is the complexity of discovering what is essential and what is noise. Grin. With abandon, Patrick On Wednesday, April 9, 2014 3:36:16 PM UTC-6, Michael Hechmer wrote: > > Deacon, I'm sitting in an Inn af

[RBW] Re: Contemplating 1 x 9 drivetrain

Deacon, I'm sitting in an Inn after a hard drive across a chunk of Md., all of Delaware, NJ, and up NY to Rhinebeck so my brain is too tired for a full answer. So here's the short version. All gearing combinations involve trade offs among 4 variables - hi/low which you have identified; but al

[RBW] Re: 26" Tire Suggestions?

I have enjoyed riding on Schwalbe Big Apples (26x2.0 and 26x2.15)for several years. For something a little skinnier, I recently mounted a set of Compass 26x1.75 and have liked the ride. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To u

[RBW] Used (Vince's) 60cm Betty Foy at Rivbike

This is a raging deal on a nicely-put-together Betty. They have a couple of bigger light-blue San Marcos frames for sale, too (Soma has switched to a darker blue). http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/wsf-089.htm Joe Bernard Vallejo, CA. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

[RBW] Re: 26" Tire Suggestions?

Marathon Racers 1.6, if you are looking for a good rolling street tire. I run them on my tandem, over lots of dirt & paved roads. One flat in about 1,000 miles. Michael On Wednesday, April 9, 2014 1:21:22 AM UTC-4, Michael Ullmer wrote: > > Hi all, I just acquired a Koga Miyata Valley Runner

Re: [RBW] 26" Tire Suggestions?

50 mm 559 Kojaks. Worth the $$. On Tue, Apr 8, 2014 at 11:21 PM, Michael Ullmer wrote: > Hi all, I just acquired a Koga Miyata Valley Runner frame that I've got to > outfit with some new wheels and tires. I haven't been in the world of 26" > wheels or tires for quite a few years and need some s

Re: [RBW] Re: Using my Sam as a commuter

J: my solution to the matter of a "beater that can be stolen without tragedy" has been to find old but nice bikes that as closely as possible imitate my "good" ones. The old Motobecane that I sold to Eric Norris (it was stolen in that the price was a "steal") was one such, and I have had many other

Re: [RBW] Re: Contemplating 1 x 9 drivetrain

Och, Steve! You're cute. Grin. Do you know what I take or what my stuff weighs? 60 pounds including food and water for 21 days. Lighter than that is possible, but I've been there, done that and no, the light weight stuff always sacrifices more than weight. Basic kit is under 20 pounds. With aba

[RBW] Re: Riv-ish Shop in Chicago?

If you're looking for neat eye-candy shops go to Watsyn Cycles, Cycle Smithy and Yojimbo's Garage. Not strictly riv-ish but very cool in their own right and worth the trip from the south side. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" gro

Re: [RBW] Re: Contemplating 1 x 9 drivetrain

On 04/09/2014 02:09 PM, Deacon Patrick wrote: Thanks, Steve. No worries there. I'm already as light as I care to go (and lighter than most from what I can tell). There are too many things that happen unexpectedly, I I prefer a bit of weight to have gear to handle them. Like funnel clouds on Pik

[RBW] Re: Riv-ish Shop in Chicago?

Lloyd at Blue City in Bridgeport started out at Boulevard. He is generally empathetic to the RBW style. On Wednesday, April 9, 2014 2:37:04 PM UTC-5, Michael Fleischman wrote: > > Anything on the southside / south suburbs? Unfortunately, limited to this > area. -- You received this message b

[RBW] FS: New pair Challenge Parigi-Roubaix 700x27 clinchers (29-30mm actual)

I've got a pair of new, never mounted, Challenge Parigis that I've been holding onto as a spare set to have on hand. These are the clincher version, gumwall, and measure a plump 29-30mm on Super Champion rims. I have another set of these on one of my bikes and I love them, hence the backup set

[RBW] Re: Riv-ish Shop in Chicago?

Anything on the southside / south suburbs? Unfortunately, limited to this area. -- 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...

[RBW] WTB: Technomic Deluxe 10cm Stem, 26.0mm & Possible Pedal Swap.

Yes, please. Finishing the tinkering of my new Redwood, and need: Nitto Technomic Deluxe (190mm tall one) - 10cm, 26.0mm clamp ALSO! I got the Thin Gripsters (VP-001) in green. The product photo online showed a near perfect match to Redwood green. They arrived and are much darker than anticipate

[RBW] Re: Riv-ish Shop in Chicago?

Boulevard in Logan Square. Comrade Cycles - West Town (this is my go-to LBS) Bunch of others, these just came to mind quickly. David Chicago! On Wednesday, April 9, 2014 1:53:46 PM UTC-5, Michael Fleischman wrote: > > Anyone know of a Riv-ish shop in Chicago? -- You received this message because

[RBW] Re: Using my Sam as a commuter

I commute 18 miles RT to work, and am thankful to have a shower and bike storage at my job. Plus a little kitchenette for coffee and breakfast! Protobleriot with bosco bullmoose bars, front basket, and sackville saddlebags. It's my only bike, which is one way for it to qualify as "does everyt

[RBW] 26" Tire Suggestions?

Hi all, I just acquired a Koga Miyata Valley Runner frame that I've got to outfit with some new wheels and tires. I haven't been in the world of 26" wheels or tires for quite a few years and need some suggestions on tires. The frame can fit 2" tires comfortably with fenders. 2.15" would be the

Re: [RBW] Re: Does anyone use fenders off road?

Another vote for Longboards in the dirt. I've never had a problem with a jammed front fender, but the fear of that happening keeps me away from metal fenders, although they look lovely to me. I've never noticed creak, rattle, or otherwise with plastic fenders. On Wednesday, April 9, 2014 11:02:

[RBW] Riv-ish Shop in Chicago?

Anyone know of a Riv-ish shop in Chicago? -- 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.com. To post to this grou

[RBW] Re: Using my Sam as a commuter

Blakcloud, you and me both know the knarly streets of Toronto eats nice bikes for breakfast. I too have gradually eased my stress on having a bike stolen and/or damaged when out and about, but it has taken awhile. I've only had a bike stolen once - an old Bianchi that I thought I had locked up,

Re: [RBW] Re: Contemplating 1 x 9 drivetrain

I really like 9 speed for the 36T cassette though. Best bike component to come out in the last decade or so. Appears he does no longer, but Jeff Jones for a time modified the 9 into a 6 speed cassette with a 36 (or is it 38? Will have to check) low gear. The modified cassette works with a si

[RBW] Bay Area Overnight, May 16, 17, 18?

Gonna be around. Anyone up for a quick overnight one of those nights? cc -- "I want the kind of six pack you can't drink." -- Micah -- 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 f

Re: [RBW] Re: Contemplating 1 x 9 drivetrain

Thanks, Steve. No worries there. I'm already as light as I care to go (and lighter than most from what I can tell). There are too many things that happen unexpectedly, I I prefer a bit of weight to have gear to handle them. Like funnel clouds on Pikes Peak last year. Or record rains. Or... Grin

[RBW] Re: Contemplating 1 x 9 drivetrain

Sheldon has already done the math for us - put in your sprockets and try a few chainrings to see what you like. On Wednesday, April 9, 2014 12:50:14 PM UTC-5, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Ha! It's worth pointing out that sometimes a drivetrain is just a > drivetrain. Grin. > > With abandon, > Pat

Re: [RBW] Re: Does anyone use fenders off road?

I've been able to eliminate SKS crk with the following: Destress the stays as much as possible to reduce strain on the fender. Make sure to use those dorky plastic stay ends--they keep the stay from rubbing on the fender and making noise. On Wed, Apr 9, 2014 at 11:00 AM, Ron Mc wrote: > my

[RBW] Re: Does anyone use fenders off road?

my daughters SKS fenders creak everywhere all the time - bumps not required. As I mentioned above, tire wipers completely eliminate ping of aluminum fenders - nothing but dust goes in. On Wednesday, April 9, 2014 12:39:21 PM UTC-5, Anton Tutter wrote: > > I've been riding aluminum fenders on

[RBW] Re: Does anyone use fenders off road?

my daughters SKS fenders creek everywhere - bumps not required. As I mentioned above, tire completely eliminate ping of aluminum fenders - nothing but dust goes in. On Wednesday, April 9, 2014 12:39:21 PM UTC-5, Anton Tutter wrote: > > I've been riding aluminum fenders on all sorts of dirt an

Re: [RBW] Re: Contemplating 1 x 9 drivetrain

On 04/09/2014 12:37 PM, Deacon Patrick wrote: Thanks guys! I'm far more confident in my 2 x 9 choice, though I do love the attractiveness of a 1x. Looking back at all the backpacking (photos are the closest thing I have to "experiential memory") I see the hills I climb with a load, and that mak

[RBW] Re: Contemplating 1 x 9 drivetrain

Ha! It's worth pointing out that sometimes a drivetrain is just a drivetrain. Grin. With abandon, Patrick On Wednesday, April 9, 2014 11:42:26 AM UTC-6, Garth wrote: > > > > Well Patrick, it appears to me that this "striving for simplicity" is > being made rather complicated ! yes ? > > Perfe

[RBW] Re: Using my Sam as a commuter

I'd say if you have a secure place to store it, absolutely,ride it. I think the Sam looks like an awesome commuter. I'd love to ride my Rivs to work, but I'd only do it if I could be sure they were safe. Since one is a custom and the other one's an early Waterford-built A/R, they're not easy to

[RBW] Re: Contemplating 1 x 9 drivetrain

Well Patrick, it appears to me that this "striving for simplicity" is being made rather complicated ! yes ? Perfection is the I of the beholder. It's not the circumstances that make things "just as I prefer" , it one's attitude, the Feeling that things are "just as I prefer" that creates th

[RBW] Re: Does anyone use fenders off road?

I've been riding aluminum fenders on all sorts of dirt and gravel, and haven't had a problem [yet]. I agree with a previous poster that the sound of little pebbles pinging as they ricochet off the underside of the fender can get annoying to some, and plastic fenders would mute that noise a litt

Re: [RBW] FS: Pre-built 700C dynamo wheel, janked Brooks saddle.

Everything SOLD! -- 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.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne

Re: [RBW] Re: Riding Gravel Forum

If your tires are fat and soft, real gravel isn't bad. I admit that the route I have in mind is hardly all gravel; it's mostly dirt and gravel. But there are sections where the gravel is inches deep. Fat, soft, and, I daresay, 700C tires make it fun. Patrick "28 is fat on pavement, 2" is skinny on

Re: [RBW] Re: Using my Sam as a commuter

All this commentary has me deciding to use the gofast for today's PO run. Just leaving On Wed, Apr 9, 2014 at 11:06 AM, LeahFoy wrote: > I thought everyone commuted on their Rivs. I bought this Betty with > commuting very much in mind. With small kids, I don't get out for long > distances

[RBW] Re: Using my Sam as a commuter

I thought everyone commuted on their Rivs. I bought this Betty with commuting very much in mind. With small kids, I don't get out for long distances, but if I didn't commute to their school/church/the park it wouldn't be ridden much at all! Use that Sam! -- You received this message because y

[RBW] Re: Riding Gravel Forum

I do what Bobby does. He seems to have it sorted out. -- 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.com. To post

[RBW] Re: Does anyone use fenders off road?

> > I was offroading with SKS longboards a couple weeks back and they got > jammed up and I lost a piece of the strut-mounting hardware along the > trail. I fixed it with tape, but a ziptie would have been nice. The tape is > still holding the fender in place 3 weeks later > Kevin Chicago,

[RBW] Re: Riding Gravel Forum

Marketing malfeasance of magnatudinous magnificence! With abandon, Patrick On Wednesday, April 9, 2014 10:17:56 AM UTC-6, Montclair BobbyB wrote: > > [Opinion] Something about "gravel" and "grinding" makes me want to grind > my teeth... There's probably nothing worse that riding on pure gravel

[RBW] Re: Contemplating 1 x 9 drivetrain

Thanks guys! I'm far more confident in my 2 x 9 choice, though I do love the attractiveness of a 1x. Looking back at all the backpacking (photos are the closest thing I have to "experiential memory") I see the hills I climb with a load, and that makes it clear I need the 2 x 9. Thank you for pl

[RBW] Re: Using my Sam as a commuter

I commute 30 miles round trip on my Sam Hillborne. Matt On Wednesday, April 9, 2014 3:28:08 AM UTC-7, blakcloud wrote: > > This weeks experiment, well maybe the next two weeks, will be using my Sam > Hillborne as a commuter. I built the bike up as a leisurely Sunday bike to > ride with my wife

Re: [RBW] Jamboree Ride Recon: 680 Trail

I am going to head out on that ride this weekend. Looks great. > On Apr 7, 2014, at 9:05 PM, Manuel Acosta > wrote: > > Fun ride. > Eric, Evan, Jeremy and one of the five members of TheBoyzontheHoods Mr.Irving > himself. > Did a little recon on half the Jamboree route. > Great mellow time,

[RBW] Re: Does anyone use fenders off road?

I have run both steel and plastic fenders offroad, and have yet to get into any serious trouble. You definitely need to be cognizant of how much clearance you have to avoid picking up debris. I probably wouldn't run knobbies with fenders. Too much danger of them pulling up a rock or something a

[RBW] Using my Sam as a commuter

Use my Sam for everything including 8-1/2 miles commuting. -- 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.com. To

[RBW] Using my Sam as a commuter

and, of course, we do all take PICTURES. https://www.flickr.com/groups/rivendellcommuters/pool/with/2881385269/#photo_2881385269 -- 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

[RBW] Re: Riding Gravel Forum

[Opinion] Something about "gravel" and "grinding" makes me want to grind my teeth... There's probably nothing worse that riding on pure gravel (other than perhaps railroad ballast)... Why can't they better describe it for what it really is???... it's riding unpaved road... whether purely dirt,

[RBW] Re: Contemplating 1 x 9 drivetrain

All I can say is I've saving my pennies for one of these. http://www.paulcomp.com/chainkeepers.html I've had my chain come off so many times in the last couple weeks and it's driving me bonkers. -- You recei

Re: [RBW] Re: Contemplating 1 x 9 drivetrain

On 04/09/2014 09:43 AM, Deacon Patrick wrote: Define "shifting ease": Larry had said 7 speeds are more forgiving. So I wasn't sure what that meant. Sounds like the 9 is no big deal and has a lot of benefit, which is what I'm counting on. First, we must be talking about friction, not indexing,

[RBW] Using my Sam as a commuter

When I built up my Bleriot in 2007, as well as it being my rando bike, it was also to be my commute bike. Friend: "you are going to commute on a RIVENDELL?" Me: "it is a bicycle. Get over it". Eventually I moved on to a custom rando bike, and Bleriot acquired a kickstand :-) From the start, i

Re: [RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne Frame Fitment Update

In bound? IN BOUNDS? Now THAT hurts! Grin. Kidding aside, you're far too kind, Ted. No ride today as it's a brain rest day. With abandon, Patrick On Wednesday, April 9, 2014 9:19:49 AM UTC-6, ted wrote: > > Glad you had a great time outside yesterday. May you have another today. > No worries on

Re: [RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne Frame Fitment Update

Glad you had a great time outside yesterday. May you have another today. No worries on being grouchy, and no apologies needed. Frankly I didn't detect much grouch in your post. Way in bounds of the norm around here. regards Ted On Wednesday, April 9, 2014 3:07:56 AM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote:

[RBW] Re: Using my Sam as a commuter

I'm a bike commuter, ~6 miles one-way into Cambridge MA, ~40-min door-to-door. I'm fortunate to have secure bike parking and a shower at work. My Hunqapillar is setup with Big Bens (559BSD; ~52mm wide), which are terrific over the potholes and debris. I try to take hard-packed dirt trails, and

Re: [RBW] Re: Contemplating 1 x 9 drivetrain

You probably remember that the practical limit of friction shifting was debated at great length not too long ago and many considered 8 speeds to be the most they could friction shift easily. That group does not include me, but be aware that some do find 9 harder than fewer cogs. Patrick "10's no p

Re: [RBW] Re: Contemplating 1 x 9 drivetrain

7-speed is all about chain line. 9-speed is step down in chain line. On Wednesday, April 9, 2014 8:43:40 AM UTC-5, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Define "shifting ease": Larry had said 7 speeds are more forgiving. So I > wasn't sure what that meant. Sounds like the 9 is no big deal and has a lot >

Re: [RBW] Re: Contemplating 1 x 9 drivetrain

Define "shifting ease": Larry had said 7 speeds are more forgiving. So I wasn't sure what that meant. Sounds like the 9 is no big deal and has a lot of benefit, which is what I'm counting on. Grin. With abandon, Patrick On Wednesday, April 9, 2014 7:26:55 AM UTC-6, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: >

Re: [RBW] Racks! (WTB?)

The Tubus Cosmo is really their rack compares to the Nitto 32/33R. My buddy has the Tubus, and I have the Nitto - they're both very nice and top of the line for a reason. The best thing about them is they keep the load well back from your feet and down a bit. My daughter has the Tubus Vega w

Re: [RBW] Re: Contemplating 1 x 9 drivetrain

Define shifting ease? There's really no difference between 8 or 9 in amount of effort to shift??? I really like 9 speed for the 36T cassette though. Best bike component to come out in the last decade or so. Cheers, David "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal On Wed, Apr 9,

Re: [RBW] Does anyone use fenders off road?

I didn't care for the rattling gravel noise. They weren't providing enough utility to make that worth it for me. Cheers, David "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal On Wed, Apr 9, 2014 at 3:05 AM, Deacon Patrick wrote: > Interesting, David. Why wasn't it enjoyable? I've h

Re: [RBW] Contemplating 1 x 9 drivetrain

As someone who has a 29'er MTB w/ a 1x9 drivetrain (32 front 11-34 rear), I say keep the inner ring. You don't have to shift if you don't want to but if you need it, you will have it. I am in southeastern PA, where the mountains pale in comparsison and on a couple of all day rides where I bonke

Re: [RBW] Contemplating 1 x 9 drivetrain

Have a 1x9 on my Sam Hillborne and it works fine. But I don't do a lot of off-road or really steep hill climbing so the 39 up front with an 11-36 in back is sufficient. If you went with a 32t up front and an 11-36 in the back you'd probably be good to go. Maybe a 30t up front if you want a reall

Re: [RBW] Does anyone use fenders off road?

I don't ride MTB terrain, but gravel (caliche) roads and some single-track (also caliche). My Honjo fenders don't make a sound. I added tire wipers and have them adjusted to just not touch the tires. They keep everything out of the fenders - rocks, sticks, chert and mud. The only sound I hea

Re: [RBW] Contemplating 1 x 9 drivetrain

in range, gear inches - you want something under 30 inches and something over 80 inches. Then make sure you don't have any steps over 8-10 inches. On Wednesday, April 9, 2014 5:42:09 AM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote: > > Forgot this: > > 28.5 38.0 24.0 13.0 83.3 14.0 77.4 15.0 72.2 16.0 67

Re: [RBW] Racks! (WTB?)

I commuted with Tubus Flys for years; they are rated for 18 or 20 kg and I've certainly loaded mine to that limit. 11 oz and minimalist design. If looks are a big issue, a slightly heavier and slightly weaker stainless steel model is available. Add Tubus front Tara or Duos and you'll not spend mu

Re: [RBW] Does anyone use fenders off road?

I used both SKS and Planet Bike Cascadias, both 60 mm, off road, and neither set ratted except perhaps a very little bit on washboard. IME, the source of rattling is fender contact under the crown or, for the rear, with the seat stays. The front SKS and PB fenders were attached by brackets to cro

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