Re: [RBW] Medium Saddlesack Side Pockets

John Thank you for taking the time for the 2 photos. Looks like a side pocket can handle 3 tubes, which is adequate. John Hawrylak Woodstown NJ On Monday, April 15, 2019 at 8:29:02 PM UTC-4, John McBurney wrote: > > A 700 x 32 tube and a larger 27.5 x x 2.25 tube plus a multi tube before >

[RBW] Re: Berthoud Saddles

I got the h2 purchased 4 days ago direct from sell anatomica. The “2” versions were supposed to be the fixed versions. I can’t speak to previous iterations, since I never owned one, but I’m definitely gonna complain about this thing. Beyond it being super droopy (butt on seatpost during 1st 5 m

Re: [RBW] Re: WT: 66cm Riv Ramboulliet for a 62-64cm Riv

Ah! Thanks Jimmy. tom On Monday, April 15, 2019 at 10:18:11 PM UTC-4, Jimmy Warren wrote: > > Tom, > > Yes. The Rams started with the 64 cm and then the 68 cm sizes being > offered. Then in the height of the golden age of Toyo Rivs, 66’s came along > in Rams, some QBs, and I believe even Atlan

[RBW] Re: Berthoud Saddles

This is not about berthound saddles, but I’m a little frustrated, so excuse the venting. I’ve ridden brooks for years. They were all vaguely comfortable and exceedingly durable. After reading the bikepacking.com reviews of the new improved selle anatomica, I bit the bullet , hoping for better th

Re: [RBW] Re: What're the best cantilever brakes out there?

Hi Will. Yes, I've been rolling with the tektro 720's on my 26in road bike for a few years, been through a couple of sets of Koolstops. Steve, they do have the grub screw. But it's not necessary to use it. I think there are lots of variables that makes for such a wide variety of opinions. The t

[RBW] Big Bottle and Cage Recommendations

How often do you plan to get the bottle out? I’ve found the king cage to be extremely durable, with the only real downside being how cumbersome it is to remove and reattach the bottle. I use mine to hold the very last reserves of water, a sleeping bag, whiskey, etc...things I’ll only access once

[RBW] Big Bottle and Cage Recommendations

I've used this guy for years now. Only good to say. https://widefoot.com/product/litercage/ -- 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-bunc

Re: [RBW] Re: What're the best cantilever brakes out there?

This conversation will have a million opinions. The tektros, in my opinion, are satisfactory at best. I haven’t tried the compass ones so I won’t weigh in. I will say that the Shimanos seem most intuitively strong and set upable out of the box. I’m not a giant fan of the Paul spring adjustment t

Re: [RBW] Re: Threadless Headset Questions

The technique I learned for initial adjustment of threadless systems is to tighten the preload until the bearings just slightly bind when you do the "swing the front wheel" manoeuvre (hoist bike with front wheel dangling downward, gently sway bike back and forth so that the front wheel swings). Bac

Re: [RBW] Re: WT: 66cm Riv Ramboulliet for a 62-64cm Riv

Tom, Yes. The Rams started with the 64 cm and then the 68 cm sizes being offered. Then in the height of the golden age of Toyo Rivs, 66’s came along in Rams, some QBs, and I believe even Atlanti! -Jim > On Apr 15, 2019, at 6:55 PM, tc wrote: > > Hey Sean, > Was the Ram made in size 66 late

Re: [RBW] Re: What're the best cantilever brakes out there?

Do the Tektros use one of those grub screws to anchor the straddle cable? On 4/15/19 8:56 PM, William deRosset wrote: Dear Mark, Tektro cr720's are a fine enough brake, and when set up properly, work as well as any. They have the significant advantage of using orbital brake pads and slotted p

[RBW] Re: WT: 66cm Riv Ramboulliet for a 62-64cm Riv

Hey Sean, Was the Ram made in size 66 later on? I ask because according to the Ram brochure , they were made in size 64 or 68, not 66. Sheldon's Ram page seems to agree. But maybe

[RBW] Big Bottle and Cage Recommendations

For those of you with experience using them, recommendations on big bottle and cage combinations? My current plan for the 3-hole downtube brazons at the cranks on GBW is King Kage's Manythings Cage and Kleen Kanteen's 64oz. widemouth. Anyone try this combo or a similar volume bottle on the Manyt

Re: [RBW] Re: What're the best cantilever brakes out there?

Dear Mark, Tektro cr720's are a fine enough brake, and when set up properly, work as well as any. They have the significant advantage of using orbital brake pads and slotted pad holder mounts that greatly simplify setup. Just replace the astonishingly bad Tektro brake blocks with Kool-Stop Salm

Re: [RBW] Re: What're the best cantilever brakes out there?

Absolutely.  I was enchanted with it from the moment I first saw it at the Classic Rendezvous Weekend last May.  I know Peter Weigle loves the Mafac cantilevers, but he's told me he was pleasantly surprised - and very surprised indeed because the geometry is identical - at how much better the H

[RBW] Re: Berthoud Saddles

My experience with leather saddles is so different than this discussion. For years I was using Brooks B-17 Ti models and every one developed a hump that made them uncomfortable for even a short ride. I sold them all. I have two Berthoud saddles and have not experienced any of these problems men

Re: [RBW] Re: What're the best cantilever brakes out there?

James: I appreciate strong opinions, but I think saying that wide profile should be "discounted" for everything unless you are, to use a derogatory term, doing a "reenactment" is silly. My CR720s work just fine, as do my Dia Compe and Mafac wide profile brakes. I would guess you'll find other fo

Re: [RBW] Re: What're the best cantilever brakes out there?

Beautiful bike, Steve. Built for the RH, and vice versa. -- 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 po

Re: [RBW] Re: 3x9 brifter recommendations? (Sam Hillborne 62cm, Tektro r559, noodles)

You need to use the alternate cable routing, clamping the cable on the opposite side of the pinch bolt to do Campy 10 to Shimano 9 Here's a nicely written guide that helped me when I set mine up https://www.cxmagazine.com/shimano-campagnolo-ergopower-compatibility On Monday, April 15, 2019 at 4

[RBW] Re: Last Call: Parts donations for San Diego BSC hubbahubbah tandem

Thanks Carl! John I think the Crazy Bar/Stem isn't good fit for this project but we certainly appreciate the thought... Tim, I added your shifters to the spreadsheet...thank you kindly. I'll circle back by Friday and let everyone know they can ship...talk soon! Alex in Rochester -- You re

Re: [RBW] Re: Threadless Headset Questions

That was the larger part of my point, yes. Time spent in this life adjusting threaded headsets = statistically zero. Time spent adjusting threadless headsets = every time I swap a stem. Neither really amounts to enough time to give either a second thought, but the fact remains I've set threadless p

Re: [RBW] Re: 3x9 brifter recommendations? (Sam Hillborne 62cm, Tektro r559, noodles)

Don't you need Campagnolo 11 Ergo to index right with Shimano 9? On 4/15/19 7:27 PM, Kurt Manley wrote: I'd recommend Campy 10 speed shifters set up "Shirmego" style. They will work good with noodles since they are shorter and the front shifter has very good trim adjustment which is needed whe

[RBW] Re: 3x9 brifter recommendations? (Sam Hillborne 62cm, Tektro r559, noodles)

I'd recommend Campy 10 speed shifters set up "Shirmego" style. They will work good with noodles since they are shorter and the front shifter has very good trim adjustment which is needed when you're trying to run chainrings that don't match what Shimano designed into their triple setup. I've be

Re: [RBW] Re: Threadless Headset Questions

But on the other hand, I remember mountain biking back in the day, when every crash would involve straightening out the threaded stem before I could get back on the trail. This never happens with threadless... though maybe in part because I crash less now than I used to. Eric On Mon, Apr 15, 2019

Re: [RBW] Re: Threadless Headset Questions

You’re right—I don’t do this often. However, in 2007 when I was near the finish of PBP and suffering from some pretty bad numbness in my hands, it was *so* helpful to be able to raise the stem easily on the road. That took some weight off my hands and allowed me to finish the ride (although my h

Re: [RBW] Re: Threadless Headset Questions

>Try changing the height of your bars on the road with a threadless stem. If you set it up correctly (extra length in the steerer+ extra spacers), it can be done ... but it will take ten times longer than with a quill stem. Dear Eric, If one is in the habit of constantly changing one's bar heig

[RBW] Re: 3x9 brifter recommendations? (Sam Hillborne 62cm, Tektro r559, noodles)

The chink in this plan is the cranks. The bike wasn't built to run brifters, and it'll be sheer dumb luck if the front shifting works. You're starting with a 105 derailer which will match Shimano brifters so that's a plus, but it's designed for a specific set of Shimano rings. Good luck! 🤞 --

Re: [RBW] Re: What're the best cantilever brakes out there?

Sorry, I can't dumb it down any more. I'm out. On Monday, April 15, 2019 at 5:03:29 PM UTC-4, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > So because there is a different standard for bottom bracket threading to > British, British BB threading is no longer a standard? > > If you want to use the Herse brakes, di

[RBW] Re: Many nice Sam Hillbornes lately

Really good stuff! The bash guard that comes with side/low is really my favorite. Would be grate to have it in black. Who does the powder coating for you? On Monday, 15 April 2019 12:36:32 UTC-7, jandrews wrote: > > Ash the frame was originally green with gold decals > I had it powder coated

Re: [RBW] Re: What're the best cantilever brakes out there?

So because there is a different standard for bottom bracket threading to British, British BB threading is no longer a standard? If you want to use the Herse brakes, distance between posts should be: 62 - 84 mm.  According to discussions I've seen on the forums, back in the heyday of cantilever

Re: [RBW] Re: What're the best cantilever brakes out there?

Sorry Steve, no standard. A standard to be a standard must be universal, independent of brands of parts, frame or builder. British BB threading, that's a standard. On Monday, April 15, 2019 at 3:41:21 PM UTC-4, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > There is a standard, it's just that not everybody has f

[RBW] Re: 3x9 brifter recommendations? (Sam Hillborne 62cm, Tektro r559, noodles)

Interesting and good thought - I'll check with him for at least a photo of the bike he used before. It was ridden on a 3 day tour but before that he hadn't been riding at all (and didn't own a bike for many years) but he enjoyed it enough to want a touring sort of steel bike with drop bars ...

Re: [RBW] What're the best cantilever brakes out there?

The CX-50, in addition to a fixed straddle cable has spacers for the pads. You measure the cantilever post spacing, measure your rim width, and consult a table (a PDF on the Shimano site) to choose the best pad spacer. I have these brakes, they work great, and I may have paid $30 for a bikeswo

Re: [RBW] Rebuilding MKS Touring Pedals

+1 regarding Patrick Moore's comments. I have found after cleaning and regreasing the components, that the re-adjustment back to 'just right' can be a fair amount of trial-and-error. It can be done but patience is necessary. I have also found the following to be extremely useful to capture all

Re: [RBW] Re: What're the best cantilever brakes out there?

My latest bike has Rene Herse cantilevers. The bike is a JP Weigle, and it is 100.000% to spec.  Alignment is perfect.  Of course, you would expect that. I took this with my flip phone the other day while out test riding.  I haven't actually finished 100% with the build and haven't sat down to

Re: [RBW] Re: What're the best cantilever brakes out there?

I just put them on mine and they fit quite nicely and have nice finish to fit with an older bike. Still having to fine tune the noise out of the front brake. David Hays Williamsville, New York > On Apr 15, 2019, at 3:39 PM, EasyRider wrote: > > Another benefit of the Altus cantis is that they w

[RBW] Re: 3x9 brifter recommendations? (Sam Hillborne 62cm, Tektro r559, noodles)

Were the bars on his last bike that long of a reach (those look like Noodles or similar). In my experience, brifters work much better/are much more comfortable with shorter reach modern bars. The Soma HWY One (and VO clone of it) is one of the only games in town for that in 26.0 and silver. Re

Re: [RBW] Re: What're the best cantilever brakes out there?

There is a standard, it's just that not everybody has followed it.   Most cantilever brakes try to incorporate a lot of adjustability to compensate for that. Since the Herse brake is primarily intended for custom bikes, the expectation is the builder will adhere to the published specifications.

[RBW] Re: What're the best cantilever brakes out there?

Another benefit of the Altus cantis is that they will work with older forks that have narrower post spacing. The Bridgestone RB-T, for example. On Monday, April 15, 2019 at 3:21:58 PM UTC-4, Garth wrote: > > > I too find that price in no guarantees anything more than the expenditure > itself. F

[RBW] Re: Many nice Sam Hillbornes lately

Ash the frame was originally green with gold decals I had it powder coated black about 5 years ago and went decal-less for most of that time until last month when I put on some over top decals. The bash guard is the Sugino one that comes on the wide/low. I also had it powder coated recently wit

[RBW] Re: What're the best cantilever brakes out there?

I too find that price in no guarantees anything more than the expenditure itself. For me the best canti per given frame is the one that works. Oh I know how that sounds, but from the all the bikes I have/had with canti brakes, no 2 are ever alike. For one there is no standard spacing vertical

[RBW] Re: What're the best cantilever brakes out there?

Another nice set of Cantis were the recent iteration Campagnolo put out. I believe they were made for them by Tektro. They are the best cantis I have ever uses and I continue to have them on 2 bikes (have used Pauls, Shimano, Empella, Mafac in the past). I don't think they are in production any

[RBW] Re: What're the best cantilever brakes out there?

Erik, If I understand you, what you want is a brake that will allow you to run wider tires than you have now, and remove your wheels without deflating your tires. Everyone has their favorite brake, but if it doesn't open up far enough to do those things, it won't be your favorite brake, right?

[RBW] Re: Many nice Sam Hillbornes lately

Looks very nice! Did not know Sam came in that color. Question: which is that black bash guard? On Monday, 15 April 2019 07:21:39 UTC-7, jandrews wrote: > > Picking up this old thread since I rebuilt the SH after pilfering most > parts off of it for the new Appaloosa build > Currently set up

[RBW] Re: 3x9 brifter recommendations? (Sam Hillborne 62cm, Tektro r559, noodles)

Yeah either will work. I've got a set of used 9speed 105 black shifters if you prefer. I'll sell them for $75 shipped On Monday, April 15, 2019 at 1:42:39 PM UTC-4, Pancake wrote: > > My initial best guess for dual control shifter/brakes are: > > (a) Shimano R3030 and R3000 brifters ($132 for the

[RBW] Re: Berthoud Saddles

Regarding the different Berthoud models, their less-expensive saddles are not rebuildable. They are intended for OEM bikes in Europe, and they use rivets instead of their custom bolts. At Rene Herse Cycles, we only sell the fully rebuildable top-of-the-line models, which also seem to have the b

[RBW] Re: Berthoud Saddles

James, Thank you for the additional information. I believe Proofide contains neatsfoot oil, which breaks down the leather fibers. We don't recommend it, because it tends to do what you describe: Suddenly softens the leather and then has it break down completely. I haven't used Proofide, so I d

[RBW] Re: 3x9 brifter recommendations? (Sam Hillborne 62cm, Tektro r559, noodles)

My initial best guess for dual control shifter/brakes are: (a) Shimano R3030 and R3000 brifters ($132 for the set) https://www.bikesale.com/shimanosorar30303x9-speedbrakeshiftleverset.aspx (b) Micronew (Microshift?) R9 controla ($72 for the set): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DK73PHH Would these

[RBW] Re: fs: 50cm rivendell cheviot - orange - $2000

better photo https://photos.app.goo.gl/pWQrr7ra54kbiWNs6 no rack or basket -- 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...@googl

[RBW] Re: What're the best cantilever brakes out there?

Steve, are you using the Rene Herse cantilevers? Newer or older canti stud spacing? Did the pads align in the middle of the slots straight out of the gate? Jeff Hagedorn Los Angeles, CA USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.

[RBW] What're the best cantilever brakes out there?

Economically/practically speaking:- V brakes will probably offer the best stopping power, ease of set up and value. Depending on what levers you use and if long pull would present an option. Deore level V's etc. I have CR720 cantis on a couple of bikes and am pleased with them. Kool Stop pads

[RBW] Cleaning an older Baggins saddle bag

My older Baggins canvas and leather saddle bag, circa 2008, is in great shape but it's gotten a bit musty and dirty over the years. I want to clean it. Anyone know of a good method. I think the leather will be fine with a little Lexol. I've read up on dealing with mildew on fabric and there are

[RBW] Re: Last Call: Parts donations for San Diego BSC hubbahubbah tandem

Added some parts to list, please let me know where to send them. They are used, so I won't be offended if someone has new to contribute. I don't have the adapter bracket from the brake--needed it for the new brake. Thanks, Carl -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Go

[RBW] Re: A visit to Sea Otter with my Appaloosa

Have contemplated a scaled down event for the less conventional bike world--the Be Odder Classic. The guy on the Schwinn would fit right in. Carl, Columbia,CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group a

[RBW] fs: 50cm rivendell cheviot - orange - $2000

Selling a 50cm Rivendell Cheviot. Nitto Pearl 9 stem, I think, maybe it's the 10. North Road bars 3x8 Sugino crankset Shimano Sora FD, maybe it's Claris Shimano Altus RD Soma GR tires Velocity hubs, Atlas rims Women's B67S Pedals are some sort of silver platforms https://photos.app.goo.gl/2K7nHv

[RBW] Re: Berthoud Saddles

My experience as a retailer has been that asking manufacturers why their stuff is falling apart is rarely fruitful. You mainly get denials, and statements like 'that's the first I've heard of it.' I've seen this across frames, lights, saddles, rims, the list goes on. I won't name names, but

[RBW] Re: Berthoud Saddles

The saddles were all treated with proofide, which seems to work pretty well on brooks saddles. My understanding it's a leather preservative, not a leather conditioner. Pencil eraser sized glob on the bottom, one time, then small treatments on the top as needed. Regarding a bad batch, I supp

[RBW] Re: What're the best cantilever brakes out there?

I've been really happy with the Velo Orange Gran Cru Zeste. I've been using them for nearly 5 years and both the stopping power and modulation is great. Marc On Sunday, April 14, 2019 at 8:00:01 PM UTC-4,

[RBW] Re: What're the best cantilever brakes out there?

I'll go out on a limb and commit heresy here. The best current available Canti is a Shimano Altus or Alivio set up with Kool Stop Salmon Pads. They're ugly, they're tough, they're harder to adjust than a CX50, but they work really well and they last forever. If you wanna get all retro, just

Re: [RBW] Rebuilding MKS Touring Pedals

Here you go: one Yank and one Brit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DJZexlVuH7M https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t5kLy97u3OI Regreasing and adjusting Shimano cartridge bearing pedals is so much easier! On Mon, Apr 15, 2019 at 9:00 AM Patrick Moore wrote: > I take it these are the old Touring p

Re: [RBW] Rebuilding MKS Touring Pedals

I take it these are the old Touring pedal, not the more expensive and cartridge bearing model ... If the pedals are dry but not gritty, one option is to shoot them full of thick grease using a grease gun. Another is to set them on end and dribble heavy oil, like Phi'ls, into the, and let them sit.

Re: [RBW] Re: Threadless Headset Questions

One thing I found out the hard way about these threadless jobs - if you buy one that's cheap, you may also wind up with one that's low quality making it difficult, if not impossible, to adjust properly. I had a MTB that came with a threadless that was constantly loose all the time, no matter how

[RBW] Rebuilding MKS Touring Pedals

Can anyone recommend a good video for rebuilding MKS Touring pedals? Standard cone bearings. I don't think I need new bearings, just to open them up and lube. Is that as simple as remove the end cap, insert lube, replace end cap? If so, no video required. Grin. With abandon, Patrick www.MindYo

Re: [RBW] Re: Threadless Headset Questions

I get it; sorry, Hugh, I misunderstood. Yes, headset adjustment is rarely needed for either type once done correctly. On Mon, Apr 15, 2019 at 8:20 AM Steve Palincsar wrote: > Which is to say, headsets very seldom need to be adjusted. Which indeed > is Hugh's point: you may size time adjusting,

Re: [RBW] Re: What're the best cantilever brakes out there?

On 4/15/19 9:53 AM, Dave Grossman wrote: Hey Erik, You are going to get a million opinions but Pauls are really easier than all other canti's to setup.  The mechanism they use to control spring tension is just so easy to adjust. I also think getting some good Kool Stop pads makes a huge diff

[RBW] Re: What're the best cantilever brakes out there?

I haven't used the pricier cantilevers from Rene Herse or Paul, so I can't compare to those, but I did install a new set of CX50s on my Sam. They work great. I had been running a set of Avid V brakes, and switched solely because I wanted to use different set of levers that worked better with my

Re: [RBW] Medium Saddlesack Side Pockets

I looked at it today and think 2 tubes in boxes would fit fine. I’ll try to take a picture and sent that after work. John On Mon, Apr 15, 2019 at 1:22 AM 'John Hawrylak' via RBW Owners Bunch < rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com> wrote: > John > > Yes, 700x32 size tube. Sorry about neglecting to

Re: [RBW] Re: Threadless Headset Questions

On 4/15/19 10:11 AM, 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch wrote: Try changing the height of your bars on the road with a threadless stem. If you set it up correctly (extra length in the steerer+ extra spacers), it can be done ... but it will take ten times longer than with a quill stem. Yes,

Re: [RBW] Re: Threadless Headset Questions

Which is to say, headsets very seldom need to be adjusted.  Which indeed is Hugh's point: you may size time adjusting, but since you do it so infrequently in the big picture the savings are inconsequential. It's the same thing with coding: you optimize code in an inner loop, that executes a lo

Re: [RBW] Re: Threadless Headset Questions

Frequency? All the threadless headsets I've owned kept their adjustment at least as well as all the threaded ones I've used; and setting pre-load is far easier than setting bearing load on a threaded system and keeping it set while tightening the locknut. Patrick: threadless systems certainly have

Re: [RBW] Re: Threadless Headset Questions

Try changing the height of your bars on the road with a threadless stem. If you set it up correctly (extra length in the steerer+ extra spacers), it can be done ... but it will take ten times longer than with a quill stem. OTOH, it’s impossible to get a threadless stem stuck inside the steerer,

Re: [RBW] What're the best cantilever brakes out there?

I'm curious about others' opinions about the IRD Cafam/Cafam2. I've used a fair number of cantis, have never been able to set them up well with drop levers myself (a deficiency shared by some of the local shops I've used; so perhaps the fault lies in some of the designs), but the best brakes I can

[RBW] Re: What're the best cantilever brakes out there?

Hey Erik, You are going to get a million opinions but Pauls are really easier than all other canti's to setup. The mechanism they use to control spring tension is just so easy to adjust. I also think getting some good Kool Stop pads makes a huge difference. -- You received this message beca

[RBW] Re: bike swap find

If a volunteer snapped it up on Friday night it still should be on the sold list. It was listed @ 56 and asking $1055. Hopefully the seller will throw it on CL or eBay. Or it'll find its way to this group and be posted for sale. On Monday, April 15, 2019 at 8:30:24 AM UTC-4, Christopher Cote

Re: [RBW] What're the best cantilever brakes out there?

I'd be very surprised indeed if the cx70 had more power than the Rene Herse cantilever.  The low profile design is noted for losing power as the pads get closer to the rim. Low profile cantilevers like this are very sensitive to straddle cable adjustment, whereas mid-profile cantilevers like t

[RBW] bike swap find

Wow! I'm glad I wasn't there, as it looks close to my size, and I do not need a single speed, but wow. I pulled up the sold list for the swap, and I don't see it listed. I wonder if it didn't sell, or got snapped up by a volunteer. Hmm... Chris -- You received this message because you are subs

[RBW] Re: Threadless Headset Questions

Great video; thanks for the link. Tom Alexandira, VA -- 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 t

[RBW] Re: Threadless Headset Questions

DP, this video may assist you. The fellow named WheeliePete from YT has a way of explaining the whole threadless system in an easy to understand fashion, complete with hand drawn blueprint of "how it works". This is what I do appreciate about YT, the guys who post how-to videos in easily un