For those who may be interested:
http://eprider.blogspot.com/2014/06/englewood-400k-longest-of-short-rides.html
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The Atlantis would be fine. In fact. I weigh a little more than you and
ride my A. Homer Hilsen over the same terrain that you describe while
carrying light loads. The Homer is a less stout frame than the Atlantis
and has done right by me. So the Atlantis would certainly be OK.
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Awesome report!
ride your own ride
On Mon, Jun 9, 2014 at 5:58 AM, Iron Rider 1000...@gmail.com wrote:
For those who may be interested:
http://eprider.blogspot.com/2014/06/englewood-400k-longest-of-short-rides.html
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Sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but if you're talking about the one
posted on March 11 (the French blue 29er with the second top tube turning
into a set of curved second-seatstays), I saw the new owner take possession
of it just after the sale wound up. Waiting for credit card transactions
Alas! The conversation drifts to tire talk! Food for thought, and
thankful. I'm running 700 x 2.1, i think. Joseph will be on 26 x 1.75,
just in case you wanna know. Makes/models remain anonymous to curtail
further tire nerdery ;)
Pretty sure a buddy with a pickup truck in The Dalles is
Although generally I agree with the concept of riding your own ride, if you
can hang on to the back of a big group, sometimes it's worth the extra
effort on the rides 600K and longer, because you get more sleep that way.
I feel that more sleep is more beneficial to my body the next day than
Is that not also riding your own ride? To know you can push it to hang on
(but perhaps just) while gaining an overall advantage is a choice to ride
your own ride. There are, it seems to me, many ways to ride your own ride
in any given situation. It only becomes someone else's ride when you
Ride on!
On Sun, Jun 8, 2014 at 1:43 PM, Antonioni Vicente
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Alas! The conversation drifts to tire talk! Food for thought, and
thankful. I'm running 700 x 2.1, i think. Joseph will be on 26 x 1.75,
just in case you wanna know. Makes/models remain
Mike-
I'm 6'1 220#, and I ride my Rivendell Road as a road tourer, gravel bike,
and commuter. With saddlebags, with 4 panniers on Nitto racks, or slick.
The Riv Road's nearest modern equivalent is somewhere between a Hilsen and
a Roadeo; it has pretty lightweight tubing for a Riv. It handles
I was looking at the IRD friction thumb shifters and wondering if they will
work set up as bar ends? Has anyone tried this? If so, are they shorter
than the Silver shifters? It mentions it in the description but it is tough
to tell from the pictures. I like the Silovers but they are a bit long
I bought a used Montbell UL Super Spiral #1 at a good price. I have the #3
for a summer bag and wanted something a little warmer. True to form, the
older models have some down leakage around the lining seams. Can I use
liquid seam sealer like people use for clothing hems and stuff? Does it
My understanding is this is indeed possible, and makes for a real
trick 2-fer configuration as you can also re-use the mounts w/ Shimano
indexed barends. Once you start taking apart shifters, keep track of
those loose bits!!!
=- Joe Bunik
garage sale tan lines in
Walnut Creek, CA
On 6/9/14, Brian
On Mon, Jun 9, 2014 at 11:39 AM, Brian Campbell bdcampbel...@gmail.com
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I was looking at the IRD friction thumb shifters and wondering if they
will work set up as bar ends? Has anyone tried this?
I have a pair mounted to the Silver bar end pods and that works fine.
If so, are they
Yes. I bought the IRD Thumbies, and used the thumbie bases one one bike
with full-length shifters, and I use the shorter shifters on barcon pods on
another bike.
On Monday, June 9, 2014 9:39:05 AM UTC-7, Brian Campbell wrote:
I was looking at the IRD friction thumb shifters and wondering
That's a lot of seams to seal in some way. None of the down I use leaks
much, but Feathered Friends recommends using Gear Aid Tenatious Tape for
any rips.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001949Z4I/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pd_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8colid=LU7NJJJ1Q6Ucoliid=I3VIXTWCXR29CJpsc=1
Silicon seam sealer
It has about a year of riding on it. Never got wet.
Needs Proofhide?
Adjustment bolt tightening?
When I bought it, it had a slight curve to the nose, and I didn't want to
make a fuss and return it, but now I think it is getting worse and rubbing
my right thigh. Otherwise this has been a great
Here are some pics:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/70237737@N00/14197755968/in/set-72157644681281090
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mine hangs lower on the left side than on the right
;)
On Mon, Jun 9, 2014 at 11:15 AM, Michael john11.2...@gmail.com wrote:
It has about a year of riding on it. Never got wet.
Needs Proofhide?
Adjustment bolt tightening?
When I bought it, it had a slight curve to the nose, and I didn't
I heard as long as its rideable it doesn't matter how curved it is, oh
wait, saddles. I have never heard of one going crooked but I only ride
the big boy ones like b67s so not sure if that has something to do with it.
On Mon, Jun 9, 2014 at 2:20 PM, Chris Chen cc...@nougat.org wrote:
mine
Hi Joe:
Thanks. I have thought about a shorter stem to get them closer, and I
think it would only take an inch or so to get them perfect. But I also
like the versatility of Albatross and have always wanted to try them.
How is the standover for you, I notice you have even less seat post
Not mine, looks like a great deal.
http://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/bik/4512152666.html
Ryan
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I hope there is enough of a demand for really wide 26 Compass tires that
it becomes feasible for Jan to have some of these made.
On Thursday, June 5, 2014 12:54:57 PM UTC-5, Tim Gavin wrote:
Jan-
I'd also love a wider, supple tire for gravel.
I'm a huge fan of the Grand Bois tires (I run
And really wide 700c tires too!
On Mon, Jun 9, 2014 at 1:51 PM, 'Chris Lampe 2' via RBW Owners Bunch
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I hope there is enough of a demand for really wide 26 Compass tires that
it becomes feasible for Jan to have some of these made.
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I would like to see a pic of the underside. Maybe the rail is crooked? I
would give it a quarter of a turn on the adjustment bolt just for fun
anyway, but I wonder if when you pedal you are making the saddle form that
way? Just a thought.
I have had 0 issues with a special and select b17,
*If any of my prices are out-of-line please don't hesitate to let me know:*
•Acorn Bags Large Saddlebag, Olive -- *$110* + s/h (incl. leather lashing
straps)
•Acorn Bags Tool Roll Bag, Olive -- *$50* + s/h
•Brooks Land's End Panniers, Pair -- *$230* + s/h
•Brooks Flyer Special, Brown w/ Copper
The frame is sold.
On Friday, June 6, 2014 10:06:24 AM UTC-7, allenmichael wrote:
After realizing my measuring error, I am reposting this as a 59 Roadeo,
along with a link to a corrected craigslist ad that has a few pictures.
Again, I would prefer a local sale or trade, but I am willing to
Thank you thank you thank you
Mitch Browne
San Luis Obispo, CA
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And sporting 175 Ritchey Logic cranks, with Velocity Dyad rims. A fantastic
deal.
On Monday, June 9, 2014 12:31:36 PM UTC-7, rcnute wrote:
Not mine, looks like a great deal.
http://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/bik/4512152666.html
Ryan
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Wow, that's a rare opportunity for the tall folk. Would go great w/ the 71
Homer recently discussed!
Cheers,
David
it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. - Seth Vidal
On Mon, Jun 9, 2014 at 6:45 PM, BSWP ashtab...@gmail.com wrote:
And sporting 175 Ritchey Logic cranks, with Velocity
I say this recognizing that I might be jumping to conclusions, but I seem
to have once again had problems with Synergy OC 650B rims. Since so many of
you have them, I'm asking you to help my analyze whether the problem is the
rim or something else.
Here's the issue: A really severe creaking
Years ago, in Adventure Cycling magazine (or probably its precursor) was an
article entitled In Praise of the Short Ride or something similar.
Making the point that we don't have to do multi-hour jaunts to clear the
cobwebs get the blood flowing. Only got an hour? Do what you can.
Lately
And am I correct in conjecturing that Velocity no longer offers Synergy OC
(see website)?
On Monday, June 9, 2014 9:21:06 PM UTC-5, MobileBill wrote:
I say this recognizing that I might be jumping to conclusions, but I seem
to have once again had problems with Synergy OC 650B rims. Since so
In terms of the creaking, it would be a good idea to find out exactly what
is the cause. If you could try a different wheel on the back and if the
creaking is still there, it could be bottom bracket related, or a pedal or
the saddle or any number of things. It can be difficult to find the
To clarify, I did change out the wheel, and the creaking stopped, so it's
not the bb. Put the wheel back on, and it started again. Rear hub is smooth
as glass. There are two cracks at least, still small but noticeable. And
the noise is alarming. I'm guessing the two are related, and your
I got my first Bosco-build on the road tonight... pictures tomorrow. My
old MB-5 is looking particularly Riv'd. I went w/ the Cromo 55cm version
and was happy as usual with the Nitto fit and finish. That aside they are
an awkward looking bar as they sit naked on the stem. Due to a smaller
I was thinking of lacing it to pull in the wings and see if that helps any. But
that is last resort. I don't wanna drill it yet.
When I press on the saddle with my hand the wings do flare out a lot. So it
must be triple the spread with all my 175 lbs. on it!
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Wheel specific creaking can be the QR.
But, since you are having eyelet cracking (photos anywhere?), I'd suspect
something is Not Right™
I'd start with a low-key chat with the builder. They may know exactly what
the issue is.
- Jim
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On Monday, January 21, 2013 4:28:49 PM UTC-5, Michael wrote:
Do Hetres have inflation pressure ranges on the sidewalls?
Yes, the 650B Grand Bois Extra Leger says 55-75 psi.
I'm a lightweight; my Boulder All Road with fenders, front rack and
handlebar bag + me = 175 lbs.
Extrapolating for
I recently got to ride a 1952 Rene Herse again - the bike that persuaded us
of the merits of wide 650B tires... which then were popularized by Grant
and Rivendell.
It was interesting to see how it felt now, when bikes like these no longer
are exotic, but relatively commonplace. I wrote about
That is scary. I just ordered a set of synergy rims for a new build. I
would suggest advising the wheel builder and then contacting Velocity.
I think Velocity would want to clear up your case quickly, especially being
your second OC rim. Good customer service would only benefit Velocity
and
Hello,
I'm interested to know the actual tire width when mounted to Velocity
Synergy rims.
I will be using the 700c variety, greater than 40mm width and the distance
between fork legs is 56.5mm.
A number of Schwalbe's interest me,
Big Ben700-50
Big Apple 700-50
Almotion 700-50
The wheelset was built at our shop for a project that is no longer
happening. The rims are Soma Weymouth 36h, the hubs are Tiagra 36h, the
spokes are DT Champion 2.0 straight gauge, the tires are Compass Grand Bois
Loup Loup Pass 650x38b. Rim tape and tubes in there as well. All ready to
go,
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