Re: [RBW] loaded handling question

With the caveat that I haven't tried a super stiff rear rack (e.g. Tubus/Nitto), for whatever reason the same weight in the Hoss/Camper is way less likely to cause shimmy for me on this bike. Part of the issue might be my big feet (size 12s) mean panniers have to slide pretty far back. Even with ti

Re: [RBW] loaded handling question

Thanks JB! I have a Hoss bag just like yours, but don't know what I would do w/ the tent if I used it. Although bivies are the new tents! Did you ever use panniers, and was that any different than the big rear bag? It seems like bag or panniers wouldn't really matter that much differently as they a

[RBW] Random thoughts on comfort, speed, and wool in hot weather

Outside the sweat will evaporate? I come back from bike rides with sweaty (wool) clothes, but when I took kung fu, my outfit could be wrung out, and weighed like two pounds. I think you'll be fine with wool, riding outside. Philip www.biketinker.com -- You received this message because you

Re: [RBW] loaded handling question

Hi David, My Canti-Rom is probably pretty close in terms of flex (8-5-8 OS, 63cm). I've found rear rack load + any kind of front load unleashes the shimmy monster. It's been best with a big rear saddlebag and light

Re: [RBW] loaded handling question

Interesting observations! I have the lugged seatpost just cuz' I love how it looks :-) I don't have the saddle all the way back in it as that was never the intention, but can try moving it a touch forward. I ride loaded pretty rarely, so for 98.7% of my riding everything is fine. FWIW my Quickbea

Re: [RBW] loaded handling question

You have a lugged Nitto seat post, so I'm guessing you are looking for more setback than something bog standard of that vintage (late '90s-early '00s?) natively affords. None of this helps you with no-hands, something I've never been able to accomplish confidently on any GP design ('92 X0-1, '9

Re: [RBW] Curious: saddle bags versus panniers?

Anne, If you have spare/leftover cotton bar tape, those will also work, especially as you can easily wrap layers to fit an adaptor-less Ortlieb bag. However, I've found that the rattling isn't from the top hooks. Because Ortliebs don't have the traditional elastic strap/hook, they rattle about

[RBW] Re: Random thoughts on comfort, speed, and wool in hot weather

I have two t-shirts sold by Chrome a few years ago, made of a Bamboo blend that acts as a cooling agent on hot days and acts as a nice warming first layer on colder days. I wish I could've bought more of these as they are about the nicest T-shirt ever, even classy enough for work; but Chrome st

Re: [RBW] loaded handling question

It took me a sec to find a photo, but it handled just as terribly when it was straight rear-loaded with nothing on front. You can see it on the right in this photo, with both panniers in place and packed full: https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/15187812094 So basically two panniers full + t

RE: [RBW] loaded handling question

David, My experience with a Hilsen with small front rack and small front bag on it, indicates that Riv-designed bikes are not really good handlers with front loads. It shimmied like crazy! The other items may have contributed, but my guess is the stuff on the front had more to do with the shimm

[RBW] loaded handling question

Last week on a S240, had a great time (except for that one incident) but the problem was really, really bad shimmy/wobble. So bad I really couldn't take my hands off even for a bit at any speed. Rear loaded, with a little bit up front (sleeping bag). Pannier on one side only but not a ton of weight

[RBW] Random thoughts on comfort, speed, and wool in hot weather

I really love my wool. It never feels too hot and even when it's wet I don't get cold. But...I'm a REALLY heavy sweater, and I'm noticing that when it's warm and I'm on a long ride (I'm injured and am doing 5+ hour indoor rides...ugh!) my wool jerseys (Woolistic rando club jerseys) weigh 3-4 tim

Re: [RBW] Re: Random thoughts on comfort, speed, and wool in hot weather

I wore a Giro wool blend tee shirt this afternoon on my rode home for work. 93 degrees and I never felt hot. But then, I was in Tucson, where its a dry heat. -Steve On Thursday, May 28, 2015 at 6:34:22 PM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote: > > Did the Sweetpea replace the Ram? What are the differences

[RBW] OYB Retro panniers

Out Your Backdoor repurposes Swiss Army bags to make some spiffy panniers. The link to is here: *http://outyourbackdoor.com/newarticle.php?id=443* I've modified mine to make them attach to a front or rear rack more securely. Unmodified, they go for $49 each. I'll let a pair go for $75, shipped.

Re: [RBW] Re: Your Boulder and Rivendell compare/contrast.

chapmancycles.com great guy to work with and can order parts, assemble and ship the complete bike too Want to place your ad here? Advertise on United Online http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL3131/5567d77c10969577b2175st03duc -- You

Re: [RBW] Re: Your Boulder and Rivendell compare/contrast.

Also check out Brian Chapman in Rhode Island (Chapman Cycles)! His attention to detail is top-tier, no doubt. And he's very experienced in the 650B space. Anton On Wednesday, May 27, 2015 at 6:01:40 PM UTC-4, Matthew J wrote: > > Weigle is pretty pricey but I have become pretty adept at justif

Re: [RBW] Re: Random thoughts on comfort, speed, and wool in hot weather

Did the Sweetpea replace the Ram? What are the differences in ride/handling? Is the SP better? Sent from my iPhone > On May 28, 2015, at 4:35 PM, Lynne Fitz wrote: > > I've worn a wool jersey when the temp was well into the 90s. Riding my > Rivendell. On the Wildflower Century. > > https:/

[RBW] Re: FS Large Sackville

Thank goodness. I need a(nother) Large SaddleSack like I need electronic disc brakes. But I've always wanted a tan one... Yours, Thomas Lynn Skean -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop rece

Re: [RBW] Re: Oregon Outback

Great set of photos! What an amazing ride. I like seeing the different bike set ups out there. It looks like both the Hunq and the Surly (KM?) performed as intended! On Thu, May 28, 2015 at 1:42 PM, Shoji Takahashi wrote: > I've got to do this ride at some point. Nice pics, Brian. And looking >

Re: [RBW] Pikes Peak Attempt 2

Clement MSO's, David. They aren't bad on pavement. I'll be getting Barlow Pass Ultralights soon, as that seems to better match the riding I'm doing with the QB. The MSO's make it easier to ride dirt road/trail with steeper camber and/or wash outs, but I've decided to not underbike that way with

Re: [RBW] Pikes Peak Attempt 2

Patrick, What Clements do you have on the QB? They look like MSO's? How do you like them on pavement? David Chicago On Thursday, May 28, 2015 at 3:12:12 PM UTC-5, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Ha! I'm not sure how much difference a Roadeo would make on the down hill > vs. a Quickbeam, but the higher

[RBW] Re: Ram/Rom/Red 650b Conversions.

Shoot. I was hoping the Tektro's would do it. I do have 750s - might order the Tektro 800a's, do a bolt swap, and add some quick releases from an older brakeset. I'll double check of course as I have the parts on hand. David Chicago On Thursday, May 28, 2015 at 1:28:16 PM UTC-5, Kieran J wrote:

[RBW] Re: Random thoughts on comfort, speed, and wool in hot weather

I went out today in hi, hi humidity, almost certain it would rain. I chose a light weight synthetic jersey but skipped a rain jacket, despite the fact I was almost certain to get rained on. I also skipped wearing a helmet. Sure enough it poured. The rain hurt my face but as for clothing it m

Re: [RBW] Re: Reg brings home the groceries

Yeah, I've been meaning to get to him about doing up a Specialites T.A. "Fifi" (Google,* stop 'correcting' my spelling! I know what I'm doing!*), or maybe a Follis Dunlop if I can come up with a decent image as a prototype. But unless I get lucky looking through my stack of 50s French racing ta

Re: [RBW] Re: Reg brings home the groceries

the grpahics on his tee shirts are great, too On Thursday, May 28, 2015 at 5:59:59 PM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote: > > I forgot to add: I highly recommend Chuck Schmidt's Velo Retro musettes. > They handle loads up to 5 lb, but squish down to 2" X 2" X 1" and fit into > small wedges or your pocke

Re: [RBW] Re: Reg brings home the groceries

I forgot to add: I highly recommend Chuck Schmidt's Velo Retro musettes. They handle loads up to 5 lb, but squish down to 2" X 2" X 1" and fit into small wedges or your pocket. I carry one in the wedge of each of my 3 bikes, for "emergency" loads or overloads. Chuck will custom print yours for the

[RBW] Re: Random thoughts on comfort, speed, and wool in hot weather

Same here. Brand list includes: SmartWool, Icebreaker, Ibex, Patagonia, Swobo (my Paul jersey), Santini, Sheila Moon, WoolyWarm. For non-cycle specific stuff, anything that comes up in the monthly REI members' used gear sale is an option. For me, the big issue with synthetics isn't the stink. I

Re: [RBW] Re: Reg brings home the groceries

Actually, we largely agree on our riding preferences. By far the greatest part of my riding is turning short errand rides into long detours; the gofast, for which I carry a musette tightly rolled up in the seat wedge, is for the more rare "just ride" rides. I get most of my riding pleasure by detou

Re: [RBW] Re: "Last run" of Sams?

Not that this is thread drift or anything... My Ram has 62.3mm of trail, the Saluki had 61.5. Both intended for no more than a light front bag like a L'il Loafer. They track around curvy descents like they are on rails. Love it. My Road has 53.8mm of trail and the Waterford 1100 I used to pedal h

Re: [RBW] Re: Reg brings home the groceries

Horses for course. In ordinary circumstances, my go-fast bikes only come out for recreational purposes. I carry just enough stuff to deal with diabetic issues (eats, glucose testing equipment, phone, tube+tools). I usually won't even take a lock, which is 6-odd pounds of deadweight in that situ

[RBW] Re: Saddlesack medium and VO Porteur rack

are you gonna be using the rail? if so, i dont think the saddlesack medium will fit in, though without the rail, it probably is a nice wide support. my saddlesack is great, but there are so many rear specific details that i dont think i would want on a front bag. flap that opens the wrong way,

[RBW] Re: Random thoughts on comfort, speed, and wool in hot weather

I've worn a wool jersey when the temp was well into the 90s. Riding my Rivendell. On the Wildflower Century. https://flic.kr/p/4JxsDp On Thursday, May 28, 2015 at 2:57:36 PM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote: > > Fighting what I hope is a fugitive cold, my ride this afternoon was very > brief, 10.5

[RBW] Re: WTB: nitto 32f or mark's rack or m18

or if anyone has a recommended place where they get good deals on these things. On Wednesday, May 27, 2015 at 12:59:03 PM UTC-7, drew wrote: > > ideally, looking for a nitto 32f mini front rack. if not that, then a > mark's rack, and then lastly, an m18 would suffice. > > if interested, i

[RBW] Re: Random thoughts on comfort, speed, and wool in hot weather

I wear thin Merino t-shirts & jersies year round. Decade old Swobo stuff for the most part, with some Icebreaker and Ibex thrown in for variety. On Thursday, May 28, 2015 at 3:17:24 PM UTC-7, Ron Mc wrote: > > have to agree that my lightweight Merino is cooler and breathes better > than terramar

Re: [RBW] Re: PSA: Riv Frames on ebay

Blue or orange tend to be my colors of choice... :-) On Thursday, May 28, 2015 at 11:19:59 AM UTC-7, Pudge wrote: > > I need an orange bike. > > > > > > > > > > *From:* rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com [mailto: > rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com ] *On Behalf Of *dougP > *Sent:* Monday, May 25,

[RBW] Re: Random thoughts on comfort, speed, and wool in hot weather

have to agree that my lightweight Merino is cooler and breathes better than terramar. But one thing about terramar, even dry it feels cool against your skin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this grou

[RBW] Re: Vittoria Voyager/Rando Hyper riders ..... Tread Life

Can't comment on their wear as I don't know my mileage, but they seem to be average. I received mine used, and they've held up fine. Great tires BTW, comparable to Marathon Supremes IMHO. On Thursday, May 28, 2015 at 10:56:03 AM UTC-7, Garth wrote: > > > Yeah Edwin . my pressure is a variab

Re: [RBW] Re: Reg brings home the groceries

The six-pack is for the bike shop guys; I know how they prefer to be paid. On Thursday, May 28, 2015 at 3:07:25 PM UTC-7, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > On 05/28/2015 05:57 PM, Ron Mc wrote: > > unless he drank the 6 pack on the way home > > > In which case, he's not very likely to be riding very

Re: [RBW] Re: Reg brings home the groceries

That's for my musette. The 'five pounds' to which I refer is the collective weight of the groceries in *Patrick's* musette. The question for my own use has made me look at my small collection of musette-y bags, most of which are the canvas swag bags the East Bay Bike Coalition

Re: [RBW] Re: Reg brings home the groceries

On 05/28/2015 05:57 PM, Ron Mc wrote: unless he drank the 6 pack on the way home In which case, he's not very likely to be riding very well! On Thursday, May 28, 2015 at 4:43:12 PM UTC-5, Steve Palincsar wrote: On 05/28/2015 05:21 PM, Peter Adler wrote: Well, okay; but that's only

Re: [RBW] Re: Reg brings home the groceries

Peter, you are looking at it all wrong. It's not how little a musette carries, it's that, riding the gofast on a pleasure ride, my musette lets me stop en route, shope, and carry essential dinner ingredients home. Indeed, i could have stuffed half the load into the new Banzer custom bag, but I want

Re: [RBW] Re: Reg brings home the groceries

unless he drank the 6 pack on the way home On Thursday, May 28, 2015 at 4:43:12 PM UTC-5, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > On 05/28/2015 05:21 PM, Peter Adler wrote: > > Well, okay; but that's only about five pounds total. If a piece of luggage > can't carry five pounds, what the hell use is it? > >

[RBW] Random thoughts on comfort, speed, and wool in hot weather

Fighting what I hope is a fugitive cold, my ride this afternoon was very brief, 10.5 miles, out 'n' back on the bike path, on the gofast. Breezy, 6 miles or so in the hooks, thinking about comfort. In a way, sure, sitting upright is more comfortable, but on the other hand, riding at anything over

Re: [RBW] Re: Reg brings home the groceries

On 05/28/2015 05:21 PM, Peter Adler wrote: Well, okay; but that's only about five pounds total. If a piece of luggage can't carry five pounds, what the hell use is it? That must be New Math. Last time I looked, a five pound lock and a six pack definitely weighed more than five pounds! Pet

[RBW] Re: Reg brings home the groceries

Well, okay; but that's only about five pounds total. If a piece of luggage can't carry five pounds, what the hell use is it? Peter Adler trying to figure whether I can carry a five-pound Kryptonite *and* a tribute six-pack to the bike kitchen in a musette, so I don't have to use a stupid messen

[RBW] Re: Your Boulder and Rivendell compare/contrast.

Hi, All, Links to the two Boulder bikes discussed: recent Allroad: https://goo.gl/7K83Ch Road Sport: https://goo.gl/gbKP5O Apologies for the photography. Best, Will On Thursday, May 28, 2015 at 12:54:02 PM UTC-6, William deRosset wrote: > > Dear Sam, > > Warning: I helped design one of th

[RBW] Re: Oregon Outback

I've got to do this ride at some point. Nice pics, Brian. And looking forward to seeing yours, too, Mark. shoji On Thursday, May 28, 2015 at 4:19:23 PM UTC-4, stonehog wrote: > > Here are the pics from the ride. @Deacon - it wasn't exactly "mud" - > let's say there were probably some serious b

Re: [RBW] Re: PSA: Riv Frames on ebay

Tom, please tell me you will bid on this so i can do the gentleman-ly thing and step aside :) -- 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-b

Re: [RBW] Re: Oregon Outback

Hah! I really wanted to finish in three days. The last day we rode for 17 hours, only stopping for more than a few minutes when I swapped out the derailleur. I feel like thatt ride expanded my capacity for long distance riding substantially. On Thu, May 28, 2015 at 3:29 PM, Deacon Patrick wrote:

Re: [RBW] Re: Oregon Outback

Well, no wonder you finished a day and a half early! Grin. With abandon, Patrick On Thursday, May 28, 2015 at 2:24:18 PM UTC-6, Mark Reimer wrote: > > Love the photos!! It's so cool to see them because many of the sections > you rode in the daylight I was passing through at night. We rode 7am to

[RBW] Re: Pikes Peak Attempt 2

Well, Chris, a 32/22 gear is pushing it, especially for the 5 miles I've yet to ride. Grin. The ride down on the QB is so much nicer than the fat tired Hunqapillar though, that I'm always leaning to the QB as the go to for this ride. Perhaps my stupidity will help me get that much stronger. Gri

Re: [RBW] Re: Oregon Outback

Love the photos!! It's so cool to see them because many of the sections you rode in the daylight I was passing through at night. We rode 7am to midnight the last two days, so the climb after prineville was dark, and everything after the rollers leading toward the gorge was in the dark. Looks like I

[RBW] Re: Oregon Outback

Here are the pics from the ride. @Deacon - it wasn't exactly "mud" - let's say there were probably some serious bacteria in there - lots of cows around. @Mark - I didn't make it to the start - we were in a hotel a mile down the course and left from there. Glad to hear you were able to replace

[RBW] Re: Pikes Peak Attempt 2

Having traveled up Pikes Peak many times in a car, I will say that making any progress up that mountain, on a bike, is a significant achievement! On Thursday, May 28, 2015 at 2:34:35 PM UTC-5, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Well, not really an attempt at the summit as the highway’s only open to >

Re: [RBW] Pikes Peak Attempt 2

Ha! I'm not sure how much difference a Roadeo would make on the down hill vs. a Quickbeam, but the higher up I got, and then especially in the storm wind that picked up, I though "a lower gear would be nice." Grin. But if the last five miles to the summit are the main road I can't yet ride on th

Re: [RBW] Re: Your Boulder and Rivendell compare/contrast.

That is the best answer to the question that I've read, by far. On Thu, May 28, 2015 at 12:54 PM, William deRosset wrote: > Dear Sam, > > Warning: I helped design one of the bikes discussed below (the Road > Sport), and tested another (the Allroad) during its prototyping. > > The design philosop

Re: [RBW] Pikes Peak Attempt 2

Gorgeous photos! Patrick, just think what those downhill curves would be like on a Roadeo! (With Looks.) On Thu, May 28, 2015 at 1:34 PM, Deacon Patrick wrote: > Well, not really an attempt at the summit as the highway’s only open to > mile 16. I made it to roughly mile 14, at which point an in

[RBW] Pikes Peak Attempt 2

Well, not really an attempt at the summit as the highway’s only open to mile 16. I made it to roughly mile 14, at which point an incoming storm front attempted (and nearly succeeded) at blowing me back down the switchback I’d just made it up. Amazing ride down! Curvy, steep mountain road. Leani

[RBW] Re: FS: SaddleSack, Large, Olive

Sold! Thank you for looking! With abandon, Patrick On Saturday, May 23, 2015 at 12:10:07 PM UTC-6, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > For sale is a large Olive Saddle Sack. $200 w/ shipping CONUS via PayPal > to this email. Condition is well loved and in perfect working order. All > leather is oiled, su

Re: [RBW] Re: PSA: Riv Frames on ebay

On Thursday, May 28, 2015 at 1:19:59 PM UTC-5, Pudge wrote: > > I need an orange bike > Absolutely. My bikes are all red, white, blue, or a combination of those (well, until I blasted the tricolor USA paint off my KOM). I must decide whether to get in on the bidding for this lovely Elvish bi

[RBW] Re: Your Boulder and Rivendell compare/contrast.

Dear Sam, Warning: I helped design one of the bikes discussed below (the Road Sport), and tested another (the Allroad) during its prototyping. The design philosophies of their "base" machines are pretty different. Summary: Rivbike and Boulder have different use targets. They approach fitting

[RBW] Re: FS: 54cm Soma San Marcos frame and fork

Sold On Monday, May 11, 2015 at 6:17:00 PM UTC-7, Rob H. wrote: > > Apparently the 2015 54cm San Marcos framesets will be built for 650b > wheels, so this will be your chance to have a 700c version > > Updated ad can be found here: > http://sfbay.craigslist.org/pen/bik/5010720444.html > > Pics ca

[RBW] Re: Ram/Rom/Red 650b Conversions.

I converted my 68cm Ram to 650bx42 briefly. It was a fun experiment but in the end, I prefer it as 700x33.3. The frame (and likely the Redwood) will easily take those tires and 52mm fenders - or 584 knobbies of some kind. Although the tire and fender clearances for conversion were nearly ideal

RE: [RBW] Re: PSA: Riv Frames on ebay

I need an orange bike. From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of dougP Sent: Monday, May 25, 2015 10:36 PM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] Re: PSA: Riv Frames on ebay David: And it's even in the fastest color. I thin

Re: [RBW] Ram/Rom/Red 650b Conversions.

David- I had great success with my conversion of a Riv Road Standard , which has an 80 mm BB drop. The stays and fork are narrow, limiting me to a 650 x 38b tire. My crank is LOW. But fine. The bike rid

[RBW] Re: "Last run" of Sams?

On Wednesday, May 27, 2015 at 11:39:52 PM UTC-6, drew wrote: > > anyone in the bay area see the protovelo frame they have in back? i > visited for the first time last weekend, saw it, and they described it as > "like a sam, but with cantis and bigger clearances. it will probably be out > in a

Re: [RBW] Re: "Last run" of Sams?

Agreed. Riv won't be making a low trail rando bike - and I'd doubt they'd do that even as a custom. There are plenty of builders available to make those types of bikes though. David Chicago On Thursday, May 28, 2015 at 11:19:10 AM UTC-5, Jim M. wrote: > > On Wednesday, May 27, 2015 at 11:20:07 P

[RBW] Ram/Rom/Red 650b Conversions.

After pondering how to get a decent 650b road bike built up to ride, the most obvious solution evaded me all week until last night I realized I should convert my Redwood to 650b and try and fit 42mm tires and fenders. I think what's kept me from doing this is the 77mm drop, though I did just fin

[RBW] Re: Vittoria Voyager/Rando Hyper riders ..... Tread Life

Yeah Edwin . my pressure is a variable too . The silica frame pump and an zefal gauge say one thing, another accugauge says another , and a third gauge says another. Maybe I'll try a bit more air this time for awhile and see how that feels . On Thursday, May 28, 2015 at 12:16:36 PM

[RBW] Re: Vittoria Voyager/Rando Hyper riders ..... Tread Life

Hmmm I like the ride of these tires alot , so I' ordered a couple more and see how they go . My mileage estimate is really more of guesstimate , as I don't keep official numbers. Still, I've never worn a tire this fast ... lol. Planet-x-usa had a pair for literally , a song . I'm not

Re: [RBW] Re: "Last run" of Sams?

I have my Luxos U mounted on the front of a Mark's Rack on my Hilsen. I love it. There's no wheel shadow to deal with like when I had it on the fork crown. I assume mounting on the side of the rack would cast quite a shadow as well. Handlebar mounting would probably do the same but I like to kee

[RBW] Re: FS Large Sackville

Both are sold. 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Drop Bar Dirt Hillborne

Has anyone put a caliper on the SS's to see how wide/tall they are in reality? I've got 38's & fenders on an ol' Novara Randonee at the moment & am hoping I can fit the SS's in there sans fenders. Any help'll be much appreciated. Best, Eric Indps -- You received this message because you

Re: [RBW] Re: "Last run" of Sams?

I think this low trail vs high trail issue is overly philosophized. When I was delivering newspapers, years ago, I needed a bike designed for 40 pound front loads. Worksman makes them. If I did 200K randoneurring, like Jan Heine, I'd want a very fast bike that carried 8 pounds of stuff in fron

Re: [RBW] Re: "Last run" of Sams?

On Wednesday, May 27, 2015 at 11:20:07 PM UTC-7, Lungimsam wrote: > > A super lightweight, thin walled, low trailed, canti'd, Rivrando machine > with an integrated SILVER front rack with light mount on the USA side of > the rack and integrated light wiring/carbon brush in the steerer would make

[RBW] Re: Vittoria Voyager/Rando Hyper riders ..... Tread Life

> > I got my 700x38 pair lightly used, and I put 4000+ miles on mine before I > got some fabric showing. I forgot to change them before a 3 day tour I took > and got a flat. I am 200 pounds, ride a 35+ pound Sam and pump up the rear > to about 80 and let it drift down to about 40 before I pump

[RBW] Re: Your Boulder and Rivendell compare/contrast.

Hear hear! If you can only get one, a Sam is a good choice. In fact, when desirous of a second bike, I got yet another Hillborne. At the time I weighed enough that it was probably truly warranted in some sense: I never ride for speed, always want to carry stuff, and was (and still am) fat to b

[RBW] Re: FS Large Sackville

Marc I tried to send pics but my email came back. Can you send me an email at lhtbikert...@gmail.com 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] Re: Threaded Headset Recommendation

Thanks Ginz, I'll look into it... Claytonious Q\ On Wednesday, May 27, 2015 at 9:25:39 AM UTC-7, Ginz wrote: > > Clayton, > > It sounds like you have a "Grip Nut" headset which does not allow for > spacers. > > A "Grip Nut - to - 2 Nut" conversion kit from Chris King should allow you > to use s

[RBW] Dirty Kanza

I chickened out last minute and will be doing the 50 mile "Fun Ride" this year. Sounds like it's going to be a mudfest! I'll be riding my Sage Green Sam. If anyone from this list is going and wants to hook up, my cell is 913-406-5830. -- You received this message because you are subscribed t

[RBW] Re: Visting Portland

Yes, please come by! Hours, etc., here: http://www.rivelopdx.com/ Cheers, John On Tuesday, May 26, 2015 at 9:14:47 AM UTC-7, Kurt Manley wrote: > > My girlfriend and I are taking a road trip up to Portland in a couple > weeks and bringing our bikes. We plan on riding around fairly leisurel

[RBW] Re: FS Large Sackville

At $160 I'm interested. Can you send a photo? irwin7...@gmail.com. Marc -- 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...@googleg

Re: [RBW] Re: Stolen SimpleOne and a question

+1 I have them on both Hillbornes. For me the weight is weight well spent. In low/moderate-risk suburbia I park in lots of places where this is more than what's really called-for but is probably as convenient as locking gets. And in conjunction with a more robust lock it's just that much more d

Re: [RBW] Re: "Last run" of Sams?

Does the Rivendell model accommodate low trail? I rather hope Riv doesn't jump on the low trail bandwagon, and that they keep their signature handling -- though, to the extent that they push Wald baskets and big front racks, they may well be tending in that direction. Glad I got my customs when I

[RBW] Re: FS Large Sackville

160.00 -- 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@

Re: [RBW] Re: Curious: saddle bags versus panniers?

That's a better design than the one I bought, which is supported only by a clamp about the seatpost. Still, for temporary and occasional use (on the Fargo) and at under $50, it's OK, and it does go on and off very quickly. The saleswoman at Fat Tire suggested a design similar to yours -- perhaps it

[RBW] Re: Vittoria Voyager/Rando Hyper riders ..... Tread Life

Can't say what's common. But I have noticed that my Rando Hyper 700x38 tires have worn generally more quickly. I'm sure I have more than 1000 miles on them (probably less than 2000). They certainly aren't worn down to the fabric core but are more bare than my Schwalbe Delta Cruisers of similar

Re: [RBW] Re: "Last run" of Sams?

I am calling it the USA side because it puts the light in the travel lane when riding on the shoulder or near the fog line in the USA. Any mounting position that works to ones taste is the correct mounting position of course. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Googl

[RBW] "Sam-in" protest. Be there or be square tapered!

Update: In memory of Rambouillets, every Sam will be sporting black bartape that day. So order up some black Newbaums today! -- 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, s

[RBW] "Sam-in" protest. Be there or be square tapered!

Tune up, turn on your headlights, and drop out your wheels from their dropouts as we ride upstream from Golden Gate Bridge to RBW headquarters and park, laying or kick stand-ing every Sam Hillborne world-wide in front of RBW, blocking receipt of the first batch of Clem frames when they arrive at

Re: [RBW] Re: "Last run" of Sams?

What Lungimsam said. It would also make an excellent rando bike, which is 50% of my usage, the other 50% being recreational rides. About the comment about the USA side...some USA riders install their dyno lights on the right side even though they have the option to install on the left. I guess t

Re: [RBW] Re: "Last run" of Sams?

I'm calling the non-drive side of the bike the USA side. I don't think there is a right or wrong side to install a light, though. Just personal preference. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and s

[RBW] WTB: Sam Hillborne, first-gen green, 60cm

Unlikely as it may be to find someone on this list willing to part with one, I will ask anyway. This is the first-gen metallic green one, not the later sage green model. Why this one? Two reasons: canti brakes; and the slightly longer top tube (I believe it was 62cm on this one). Let me know

Re: [RBW] Re: "Last run" of Sams?

Spot on, Jim. The long reach brake changed everything. I'm *still* looking for one of those centerpull'd Salukis. > > -- 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 a

[RBW] Re: Vittoria Voyager/Rando Hyper riders ..... Tread Life

Don't know exactly, but fairly firm. I found these tires get noticeably sluggish when the PSI drops too far. KJ On Thursday, May 28, 2015 at 8:23:33 AM UTC-4, Garth wrote: > > > For those here who use the Vittoria Voyager/Rando Hyper tires , how has > your lifespan been ? The 38/40mm set I

[RBW] Re: Vittoria Voyager/Rando Hyper riders ..... Tread Life

KJ, what psi are you running on them ? I rode these in the low 50's . On Thursday, May 28, 2015 at 9:19:04 AM UTC-4, Kieran J wrote: > > Strange - I've ridden my 700x38s about 1500km so far and they show very > little wear at all. > > KJ > > > On Thursday, May 28, 2015 at 8:23:33 AM UTC-4, Ga

Re: [RBW] Re: "Last run" of Sams?

That sounds like an awesome bike. For my information, what is the "USA" side of the front rack for light mounting? Is one side or the other more "traditional"? This question was bandied about a couple weeks ago, and I thought it came down to personal preference. Personally, I set up two bikes w

[RBW] Re: Saluki on it's way back

Your bike is beautiful! -- 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 r

[RBW] Re: Vittoria Voyager/Rando Hyper riders ..... Tread Life

Strange - I've ridden my 700x38s about 1500km so far and they show very little wear at all. KJ On Thursday, May 28, 2015 at 8:23:33 AM UTC-4, Garth wrote: > > > For those here who use the Vittoria Voyager/Rando Hyper tires , how has > your lifespan been ? The 38/40mm set I installed last s

[RBW] Re: FS Large Sackville

I can send pics if you email me. -- 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

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