[RBW] Re: Very cool bottle dynamo, CNC machined in Germany

2015-01-01 Thread Mike Shaljian
Oh, I didn't realize the BM was a good, functional little bottle dynamo. It makes sense now that the light would be underpowered, since the Velogical puts out 1.5W and the headlight takes 2.3. I think I may start with just using something like a Cygolite Trion 1300 on the Jones and then if I

[RBW] Re: Very cool bottle dynamo, CNC machined in Germany

2015-01-01 Thread Andrew Marchant-Shapiro
I have seen LED lights sec'd as low as 1 W, and it may be that the new StVZO standard anticipates these. Shimano, FWIW, also manufactures dynohubs that put out power in the 1.5W range. I did have the impression that the Edelux (I used an Edelux and Pixeo as a test bed) was slightly

Re: [RBW] Re: Favorite weather to ride in.

2015-01-01 Thread Patrick Moore
Favorite temps: 50 to 75, with humidity well below 15% as God intended. On Thu, Jan 1, 2015 at 12:25 PM, Chris Chen cc...@nougat.org wrote: I love me those warm dayv in the 60s, but even better those cooler evenings when I seem to get a second wind On Thu, Jan 1, 2015 at 10:55 AM, Jon in

Re: [RBW] Re: Favorite weather to ride in.

2015-01-01 Thread Chris Chen
I love me those warm dayv in the 60s, but even better those cooler evenings when I seem to get a second wind On Thu, Jan 1, 2015 at 10:55 AM, Jon in the foothills of Central Colorado row.n.2nowh...@gmail.com wrote: If I could control the weather my favorite temp would be 60'-85', no wind

Re: Re: [RBW] Re: Adding braze-ons and painting my new Rambouillet

2015-01-01 Thread john . hawrylak
Heis also connected to what he considers are good paintersJohn HawrylakWoodstown NJOn 01/01/15, Mark Wilkinswilkins.m...@gmail.com wrote:Wow, didn't even know about Cedarboro. Thanks for the heads-up.On Wed, Dec 31, 2014 at 10:17 PM, John Hawrylakjohn.hawry...@verizon.net wrote: Have you

Re: [RBW] Very cool bottle dynamo, CNC machined in Germany

2015-01-01 Thread Marc Irwin
Peter White had commented https://groups.google.com/forum/#!topicsearchin/bicyclelifestyle/velogical/bicyclelifestyle/oKZwBhnqtlU on an inquiry about this in his group back in January. At the time there had been no third party testing on the product and he was concerned about the potential

[RBW] Re: Favorite weather to ride in.

2015-01-01 Thread Jon in the foothills of Central Colorado
If I could control the weather my favorite temp would be 60'-85', no wind ,with sunshine. My min/max..40'-95'. I used to tolerate lower temps but I'm older and have more sense.:) On Wednesday, December 31, 2014 3:48:16 PM UTC-7, Curtis wrote: Here in East San Diego we have had a cool day.

[RBW] Re: Favorite weather to ride in.

2015-01-01 Thread Mike Schiller
I think my range is 30 to 85 F. Probably 60's is optimal. Prefer to ride dirt when it's cold and icy. Actually I prefer dirt most of time. ~mike On Wednesday, December 31, 2014 2:48:16 PM UTC-8, Curtis wrote: Here in East San Diego we have had a cool day. About 52 degrees Fahrenheit

Re: [RBW] Re: Adding braze-ons and painting my new Rambouillet

2015-01-01 Thread Mark Wilkins
Wow, didn't even know about Cedarboro. Thanks for the heads-up. On Wed, Dec 31, 2014 at 10:17 PM, John Hawrylak john.hawry...@verizon.net wrote: Have you considered Cedarboro Cycles south east of Reading PA? John Hawrylak Woodstown NJ -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: Favorite weather to ride in.

2015-01-01 Thread Garth
The sevens are heaven , the eights are great and the nines are fine :) Dry or humid matters not . But really, there is nothing like a balmy summer day with a good breeze and the sweet sounds of all the trees and greenery blowing with the wind :) -- You received this message

[RBW] Re: Very cool bottle dynamo, CNC machined in Germany

2015-01-01 Thread Mike Shaljian
So if yo had to pick one bottle dynamo, would it be the Velogical? The (seemingly) lower power output is a little offputting to me, but I really think I will want to use it as a battery recharger rather than on a constant dynamo. It certainly has a nicer form factor than the BM! On Thursday,

[RBW] Re: Very cool bottle dynamo, CNC machined in Germany

2015-01-01 Thread Andrew Marchant-Shapiro
Here's my take on the BM (Dymotec) unit: http://lawschoolissoover.wordpress.com/2014/08/09/the-shocking-truth-part-5-bottle-generators/ If you want to read the whole series (heh) start here: http://lawschoolissoover.wordpress.com/2014/07/20/the-shocking-truth/ On Thursday, January 1, 2015

Re: [RBW] Re: Favorite weather to ride in.

2015-01-01 Thread Addison Wilhite
I've learned to like all sorts of weather here in the high desert. Kind of imperative when lows are typically 30-35 degrees below the high temps of the day. That's a big swing when you're looking at what to wear, commuting, etc. All things being equal, that 55-75 range is pretty great.

Re: [RBW] Re: Favorite weather to ride in.

2015-01-01 Thread Chris Chen
Any temperature is fine just make the wind stop for the love of God On Thu, Jan 1, 2015 at 4:08 PM, Abcyclehank hankinso...@me.com wrote: Went for short ride today in West Michigan temp 27F. Strong West Wind off the lake made riding temp closer to 10-15F before the snow started. Falling just

[RBW] Re: Favorite weather to ride in.

2015-01-01 Thread hsmitham
Here in Los Angeles I figure any temp makes for good riding...went out for a ride in mid forties which is pretty cold for here,can and does get colder. In the recent past I've been a fair weather rider, but reading all the cold weather reports I've felt inclined to buck up and brave the cold

[RBW] Re: Favorite weather to ride in.

2015-01-01 Thread Abcyclehank
Went for short ride today in West Michigan temp 27F. Strong West Wind off the lake made riding temp closer to 10-15F before the snow started. Falling just after noon. We still experience all four seasons sometimes within each individual season. Just had snowiest November ever with over 120

[RBW] Re: Very cool bottle dynamo, CNC machined in Germany

2015-01-01 Thread Joe Bernard
I have two Cygolite USB-rechargeables. They're great. Joe Bernard Vallejo, CA. On Wednesday, December 31, 2014 3:42:57 PM UTC-8, Mike Shaljian wrote: I was talking with Jeff Jones about lighting options with his 29+ bikes (which can't run a disk SON hub because of 142mm spacing) and he said

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivish stuff and not so Rivish stuff.

2015-01-01 Thread lungimsam
UPDATE: Stem is sold. That leaves: *Not so Rivish stuff:* 1. Used size 44 Specialized road shoes, used, but with new inserts.- 35$ 2. New Speedplay light action cleat covers - 8$ 3. Used Velo cheapy saddle-10$ 4. Used Seatpost-15$ 4.b.New Mr.Tuffy ultralightweight tire liners - 10$ 4.c. Used

[RBW] New Years Eve and Day S36O

2015-01-01 Thread James Warren
Rode with bro and nephew to the Headlands. Stayed at the Hostel. Had a great time. That was New Years Eve. New Years Day: Met up with some famous folks you'll see in the photos. Did a big Headlands ride. Coffee Man was a huge hit. And check out the New Momentum Magazine with its Rivendell

[RBW] Re: Favorite weather to ride in.

2015-01-01 Thread 'Chris Lampe 2' via RBW Owners Bunch
80 degrees, no wind and as little humidity as possible. Unfortunately, this combination rarely exists in Oklahoma. On Wednesday, December 31, 2014 4:48:16 PM UTC-6, Curtis wrote: Here in East San Diego we have had a cool day. About 52 degrees Fahrenheit (11 degrees Celsius) with fun sun

[RBW] Re: Very cool bottle dynamo, CNC machined in Germany

2015-01-01 Thread Andrew Marchant-Shapiro
It would depend (for me) on placement. I liked the position of the Velogical (in back). But as far as functionality goes, all else being equal, the BM is superior in terms of power output *and* less costly. But if the Velogical will do what you need, it is a *very* aesthetically-appealing

Re: [RBW] Re: Very cool bottle dynamo, CNC machined in Germany

2015-01-01 Thread Eric Norris
I have a BM Dymotec on my retro-isn random bike. Works great, and if you get it adjusted right, very little noise. I have mine running a BM LED headlight and a BM 4-LED taillight, and both work perfectly. I’ve done several double centuries with this setup (including nighttime finishes involving