[RBW] Re: Brooks Saddle Repair - Broken Tension Shackle

I had a tension bolt crack on my B17 back in 2011 and Brooks covered it under warranty for me. They directed me to contact Hanford Cycles in Philadelphia, who expediently replaced the bolt. The contact info I have from the warranty claim email had the email address as hanfordcyc...@gmail.com and

[RBW] Re: Good ride in Seattle?

Awesome, thanks so much, Andy. About to do the Mercer loop! -- 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. T

[RBW] Good ride in Seattle?

I'm blasting over to Seattle for about 24 hours tomorrow with my sister and I wanted to see if some of you locals could offer up good route suggestions. With a bit of googling I saw that Mercer Island might be promising. Just looking for a moderately strenuous yet rewarding ride that can be don

[RBW] Re: FS: Paul, Phil Wood,Nitto, Berthoud, Schwalbe, Sackville, Grandsfors Bruks et. al.

3, 2014 9:53:30 PM UTC-4, Mike On A Bike wrote: > > Many thanks to all of my wonderful buyers so far! I have attached a PDF > with my updated inventory, with a Grandsfors Bruks Mini hatchet thrown in > the mix! > > Updated photos can be found here: https://imgur.com/a/InORH

Re: [RBW] FS: Paul, Phil Wood,Nitto, Berthoud, Schwalbe, Sackville, Grandsfors Bruks et. al.

ls. Thanks so much! On Friday, May 2, 2014 12:13:34 AM UTC-4, Mike On A Bike wrote: > > Hi all, > > Sorry for being late in responding to some of your emails, it's been quite > a flurry of sales. I can say for certain that the Saddlesack, Thin > Gripsters, Shopsack, Tweed

Re: [RBW] FS: Paul, Phil Wood,Nitto, Berthoud, Schwalbe, Sackville, Grandsfors Bruks et. al.

mount, asking $100 shipped. OR get both of these for $210 shipped. On Thursday, May 1, 2014 3:43:15 PM UTC-4, Jim Bronson wrote: > > Is the trunk sack small or large? I would be interested in a large. > > On Thursday, May 1, 2014, Mike On A Bike > > wrote: > >>

[RBW] Re: Using my Sam as a commuter

In the spirit of discussing the beautility of bikes, I thought this bunch might appreciate Ivan Illich on Cars. Hooray for the supreme efficiency of human-powered transport! On Wednesday, April 9, 2014 6:28:08 AM UTC-4, blakcloud wrote: > > This we

[RBW] Re: Using my Sam as a commuter

I've only commuted by bike in a sprawling city (Greensboro, NC) for the past 4 years and have put over 10,000 miles on my Sam in the two years I've had it. 90-95% of my riding is utilitarian commuting, usually carrying 10-20 lbs. in panniers, and i absolutely love the Sam as a commuter. I actua

Re: [RBW] Re: Nanoreview, Barlow Pass 700x38C on Dyad

Yeah, I was far too premature in my whining about the Barlows not being a "true" 38mm tire. That's awesome that they've filled out and ride fantastically! I'll be mounting a pair once I leave my glass-strewn southern city for the PNW! On Wednesday, April 2, 2014 2:30:08 PM UTC-4, Christopher Ch

[RBW] Re: Barlow Pass - using it, liking it

Could you describe why you love them? On Sunday, March 30, 2014 10:24:44 PM UTC-4, frank_a wrote: > > Also using it, and loving it! > > https://www.flickr.com/photos/8531240@N06/13526699433/in/photostream/ > > - Frank > > > On Sunday, March 30, 2014 9:20:40 PM UTC-4, James Warren wrote: >> >> >> >

[RBW] Re: Nanoreview, Barlow Pass 700x38C on Dyad

What the whaaat... how can tire specs be so wildly off all the time? Schwalbe 42's that measure 37 (or 35's that are 33's) and now this? I really want to love these tires and am looking forward to hearing ride reports on them, as well as sure word on the actual size. On Wednesday, March 19, 20

[RBW] Re: WTB: Sackville Saddlesack Medium

I have one that is in somewhat rough shape because the leather straps got yanked out by the rivet after catching in my spokes. The bag is otherwise in decent shape, though there is some wear on the waxed finish. I asked Grant about getting it repaired and he said it could be sent to the mfgr. W

[RBW] Re: Coffee questions

I had used a french press for years and would be horrified whenever I ran out of milk and had to drink it black, because of the bitterness. My thinking was "coffee is supposed to be disgusting unless you add a generous amount of milk". However, I have found that I get an amazing cup from using

[RBW] Re: Sexy new touring tire? Schwalbe Almotion

Yeah, I'm strongly considering Marathon 40's actually. I had them when I first got my Sam Hillborne (the bike these would be for) and did not think that my 35's were significantly faster, I just found 35's for much cheaper when I had to replace a cut tire. It's hard to beat the Mara Supremes.

[RBW] Sexy new touring tire? Schwalbe Almotion

I've been researching tires in my search to bump up from a Marathon Supreme 700x35 to something a bit fatter. I came across the new for 2014 Schwalbe Almotion and was intrigued by the "motorcycle style carcass" they've designed to reduce rolling resistance. I'm looking for a tire that will be p

Re: [RBW] Re: Best Rainy footwear/boots

Does anybody know if ShinShields actually solve the problem of water getting into shoes? My long-legged self experiences a large gap with the Riv rain paints (bikegods forbid making a thin + tall sized pant!) and this is the only weakness in my otherwise hermetically sealed raingear. I don't mi

Re: [RBW] Re: Changing the name or splitting of this group?

I don't quite understand the backlash to FS/WTB posts. One lesser (but significant) reason that I buy stuff from Rivendell with confidence is because I know that if it doesn't work out, I can sell it on here for a decent resale value. This encourages trying stuff out, which is inherently risky

[RBW] WTB: White Industries 180 mm ENO Crank and/or SKF 113 mm BB

Hi All, I recently put a White Industries Eno crank on my Sam as a road double and am very pleased with the crank. I also paired it with an SKF bottom bracket and love the super-smooth, bomb-proof setup. I would like to go with this setup on the QB that I am planning to have refinished, but I

[RBW] Re: Correction to my listing for Eno

Hi- Is there any chance the WI crank is still available? It is just what I'm looking for! Thanks, Mike On Friday, January 3, 2014 1:41:22 PM UTC-5, Mayfly wrote: > > CRANKSETS > > White Industries ENO single speed crank, 34 tooth ENO chainring, all > silver, 180mm length, standard thread (

Re: [RBW] FS: 68 CM Quickbeam. 1500.00

Oh my god, this is the deal of the young century. I would be tempted to size up from my slightly too small 64 QB to this slightly too big QB if I had a stack of paper lying around. Happy riding to the lucky buyer! On Wednesday, January 29, 2014 4:12:50 PM UTC-5, Jim Bronson wrote: > > Wow...my s

[RBW] Recommendations for a front derailer on a compact double?

I just set up my Sam with a 48/34 White Industries crankset and I need a new derailer for this drivetrain setup. It was probably just my mechanical ineptitude, but I couldn't get my Campy "Mirage" derailer (that I had for a triple) to work with it. I've not been thrilled with the Mirage anyhow,

Re: [RBW] Re: TA Carmina BB recommendation - Atlantis

Do you have one of the cranks, Bill? If so, I'd like to know how much mileage you've gotten out of your W.I rings. I read a post on here where Jan Heine said the rings he sells that are made of 7075 aluminum last ~25,000 miles and I was interested to know if White's have a high life expectancy

[RBW] Re: TA Carmina BB recommendation - Atlantis

you have the 3 >> available spacers (1.5, 2, 4). This will get you up to the extra 10mm with >> the width plus spacer offset, and gives you 3 other options for dialing in >> chainline. The SKF square tapers are Big, and the crank arms don't seat >> very deeply on them.

[RBW] Re: TA Carmina BB recommendation - Atlantis

Hey Mitch, I saw this post as I was searching for folks experiences with carmina cranks and SKF BB's. I am thinking of buying a used carmina on here and pairing it with an SKF BB and I just wanted to know if you ended up going that route? I read Peter White's carmina info and it seems like a 11

Re: [RBW] Re: Advice on choosing a warm coat. Slight topic drift.

As the OP rides in SoCal, I would recommend my personal setup (in North Carolina) of a Patagonia down vest with a Marmot "Optima" Gore-Tex (paclite) shell. I actually like the vest over a long sleeve wool layer when riding in the cold (doesn't overheat, usually), and the Optima jacket is the fi

Re: [RBW] Re: Brake Pad Recommendations?

I have to buy some more Kool Stop inserts for my Avid v-brakes (because their stock pads make me wanna strangle kittens) and I found they're available on Amazon Prime. They can be sort of a pain for me to get from my LBS so this is good news. On Thursday, October 24, 2013 11:13:45 PM UTC-4, De

[RBW] Re: Searching for a 180 mm Double Crankset

:21 PM UTC-4, Mike On A Bike wrote: > > Thanks for the suggestions, Garth! The DaVincis look really nice and I'd > never heard of them, but I think if I'm going to shell out the dough for a > new crankset, I'd want to step it all the way up to 185. I bet 5 mm&#x

[RBW] Re: Searching for a 180 mm Double Crankset

Thanks for the suggestions, Garth! The DaVincis look really nice and I'd never heard of them, but I think if I'm going to shell out the dough for a new crankset, I'd want to step it all the way up to 185. I bet 5 mm's difference wouldn't make much of a difference at all, but 185's look good to

[RBW] Re: Searching for a 180 mm Double Crankset

, October 25, 2013 11:26:05 AM UTC-4, Mike On A Bike wrote: > > I've been looking to replace the old Sugino XD-2 triple on my Sam > Hillborne with something slightly longer ( & shiny!), but there don't seem > to be many options out there. I've thought about the Whit

[RBW] Searching for a 180 mm Double Crankset

I've been looking to replace the old Sugino XD-2 triple on my Sam Hillborne with something slightly longer ( & shiny!), but there don't seem to be many options out there. I've thought about the White Industries road crank, but I am not interested in getting a crank that has proprietary rings. Do

[RBW] Re: Supplier of quality waxed canvas?

I have a yard of tan waxed canvas that I bought from Swift Industries a while ago and never used. I was going to use it as a backpack cover when I had a basket, but I've since switched to panniers. It's a little grungy from being stored in a heap in my garage, but it's in pretty good shape. Wou

Re: [RBW] Re: Thin Gripsters are cool

I was totally, madly in love with these pedals until... the damned bearings started "clicking" on both pedals 6 months into having them. Is there an easy fix for this problem with sealed cartridge bearings, like dropping Phil oil into them or something? I bet it was caused by the manufacturer s

[RBW] Re: Need shoe recommendations for riding.

On the minimalist end of the continuum, I'd recommend the Vivobarefoot "breatho" model. It's super lightweight, grippy (lugged sole), breathable and very comfortable for walking. I know lots of people like a stiff shoe for cycling, but I find this "barefoot running" shoe to be perfect as it's s

[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto, Paul, Nigel Smythe, Swift, Gripking, Brand V, Bruce Gordon, Cateye, Tektro, etc.

Guard: Same one that RBW sells, for protecting your brake line from rubbing against a saddlebag. $20 shipped. Thanks for your patronage and/or withstanding my solicitations! On Monday, July 15, 2013 6:45:08 PM UTC-4, Mike On A Bike wrote: > > My garage sale has been a roaring success so

[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto, Paul, Nigel Smythe, Swift, Gripking, Brand V, Bruce Gordon, Cateye, Tektro, etc.

o Wire Guard: Same one that RBW sells in like-new condition, for protecting your brake line from rubbing against a saddlebag. $22 shipped. On Sunday, July 14, 2013 9:26:48 PM UTC-4, Mike On A Bike wrote: > > Hey y'all, I'm having a long overdue garage sale for some of my unde

[RBW] FS: Nitto, Paul, Nigel Smythe, Swift, Gripking, Brand V, Bruce Gordon, Cateye, Tektro, etc.

Hey y'all, I'm having a long overdue garage sale for some of my underused equipage. The prices listed are simply what I think their worth, and I'm open to offers. Most of the items listed here have a picture or two in this photo album . I may add a few more things to th

[RBW] Re: Replacement chainrings

I'm pretty sure you can't cringe at chainring weight unless you're < 2% bodyfat. On Saturday, May 25, 2013 4:58:53 PM UTC-4, Mike Schiller wrote: > > for those of us who are in good shape and ride a lot of miles * > unnecessary* extra weight bike is important. A good 7075 aluminum ring > wil

[RBW] Re: Helmet recomendations

I am definitively unracer in all my other stylings, but I also sweat like Patrick Ewing and I love my Giro 'Atmos'. The ventilation is superb, and it's a great combo of minimally feeling like something is on your head, while also appearing to be plenty protective. I tried Nutcase once but felt like

[RBW] Re: SFR Lighthouse brevet. Roll call?

I am so freaking jealous of you Bay Area people! Signing off from central NC, Mike "Hoping to go to grad school @ UC Davis" S. On Jan 25, 2:26 am, James Warren wrote: > I'm really jealous. > > On Jan 24, 2013, at 11:21 PM, cyclotourist wrote: > > > > > > > > > > > I'm roadtripping up w/ Esteban

[RBW] Re: Flat pedals!

Can anyone speak to the clearance of the Thin Gripsters? I'm thinking of switching from GK's to those on my Quickbeam-fixie, and not scraping would be nice. Planning to go with a side-by-side comparison running the VO Sabot on my Hillborne, as those seem surely too wide for a fixie. On Jan 22, 8:4

[RBW] Re: Flat pedals!

I've also used Grip Kings for a while, but as I mentioned recently, can't stand the ball bearings and plastic dust caps. I ride in minimalist running shoes (Vivo Barefoot) and I love the sound of a pedal that provides lots of support and is probably superbly built because it's VO. Velo Orange has a

[RBW] Re: New Blug Post with Jay Ritchey video

I will say that I appreciated Grant's mention of earbuds as a possible culprit, as well as highlighting the important fact that you hear trouble before you see it. As someone who's ridden over 10k city miles in the past 2 years and most of them with earbuds until recently, I was not long ago conver

[RBW] Re: Modifying "Thin Gripster" Pedals

I just checked in at Velo Orange and it they have a really nice looking sealed cartridge platform pedal. Check it out here: http://store.velo-orange.com/index.php/components/pedals/grand-cru-sabot-pedals.html It looks like it's shorter than the GK's at 10 cm (picture on Riv shows GK's at 11.5 cm),

[RBW] Modifying "Thin Gripster" Pedals

I have used GripKings exclusively for a few years now, but I am tiring of the frequent bearing maintenance needed for them. I think if they had sealed cartridge bearings and metal dustcaps they'd be the perfect pedal, but that's not the case. I'm thinking of replacing them with the "Thin Gripster"

[RBW] Re: Grip King mod -- great pedal made greater!

If only MKS could make a Grip King mod and give them sealed cartridge bearings and metal dustcaps. Sigh. On Nov 12, 1:19 pm, "Allingham II, Thomas J" wrote: > Did you see John Philips's Uber Super Grip King (w/ Power Grips)?  Here:   > http://www.flickr.com/photos/cnyriv/8178527703/in/photostream

[RBW] Re: S240's and Lyme disease question.

I apprenticed with an herbalist/wildcrafter for a while who'd pulled off innumerable ticks in his 30+ years in the field, and he'd always say if you pull them off within 24 hours there is zero chance of getting Lyme. He mentioned this to a Duke University infectious disease specialist who agreed. A

[RBW] Re: Pedals

FWIW, while on the subject of shoes & pedals, I just got a pair of vivobarefoot "Breatho Trail" shoes this week and they are by far the most comfortable shoe I've ever had, and they are awesome in terms of ride performance and comfort. They are sort of like Vibram Fivefingers but thicker and don't

[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto, Brooks, Cygolite, Sidi, Shimano et. al. Garage Sale

hort on cash right now. > > Any chance you might consider a trade? If so, what might tip the > > scale? > > > Thanks, Patrick Moore > > > On Wed, Aug 29, 2012 at 12:29 PM, Mike On A Bike > > wrote: > >> I've built up an accumulation of quality bike

[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto, Brooks, Cygolite, Sidi, Shimano et. al. Garage Sale

The cages have been sold. On Aug 29, 3:30 pm, pb wrote: > Sorry for public response, unable to select private reply from phone...   > heart monitor here please. > > Thanks, will follow up later. > > Peter Bridge -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] FS: Nitto, Brooks, Cygolite, Sidi, Shimano et. al. Garage Sale

I've built up an accumulation of quality bike stuff that is no longer useful to me, and it's time to finally have a garage sale with it all. All prices are merely suggestions, and I am happy to take your best offer if the price seems high. All payments via PayPal or personal check, add 2% fee to pr

[RBW] Re: Lance Armstrong Stripped of Tour de France Titles

For those interested in seeing a well-constructed defense of Lance Armstrong w/ ensuing discussion, see this Reddit thread: http://www.reddit.com/r/news/comments/yqer4/usada_to_ban_lance_armstrong_for_life_strip_tour/c5xzfwx FWIW, I'm in the camp of "you've got to be freaking kidding to think that

[RBW] Re: Rode to work today in flip flops

Birkenstock "Arizona" sandals are my go-to footwear 90% of the time in summer. Light, leathered-n-corkified, grippy and I suppose fashionable (also use GK's exclusively). I pity the lycra warrior crazyfools trucking around the coffee shop in clickity clackety SPD elf shoes! On Jul 31, 6:16 am, Ja

[RBW] Re: Grant on Brian Lehrer

ighting though, when it's just to each his own. The tone of that radio segment made me sad. Why can't the great chain of being just happily revolve? On Jul 25, 9:30 pm, PATRICK MOORE wrote: > Try it. Use clipless. Report. > > On Wed, Jul 25, 2012 at 6:14 PM, Mike On A Bike > w

[RBW] Re: Grant on Brian Lehrer

It is quite strange how even with high-tech safety devices in a 1-2 ton protective steel cage there are still ~45,000 highway deaths a year and nobody scolds anybody in the US of A about the much greater risk of dying/getting maimed in a car crash. In a perfect world, more people would ride and the

[RBW] Re: Grant on Brian Lehrer

I think Peter White's dictum for his group would be the best protocol to follow, something along the lines of: "Unless you are sure you're contributing something to the helmet debate that has never been thought of before, keep it off the list". On Jul 24, 10:08 pm, Robert Barr wrote: > No way am

[RBW] Re: Grant on Brian Lehrer

If the best you can do is not resist the upstroke while spinning on a descent, how can you possibly pull up while climbing a hill? On Jul 24, 10:24 am, PATRICK MOORE wrote: > When I climb those steep hills, I am very aware of pulling up quite > hard to gain extra torque, something I can't do as w

[RBW] Re: The Poster--What to do now that you have it

I had no idea how (seemingly) crazy expensive pro framing is. I was quoted $150-300 depending on how fancy by a local frame shop. I'd really like to split the middle between museum-quality display and thumbtacks in the wall... what are the options? I really like William's idea of frameless mountin

[RBW] Re: The Poster

Beastmonster kickstand was my first suspicion wrt to the feet conundrum. Glad the ridiculously sturdy built-in workstand aspect of Rivendell bikes (including the two I own) was included in the art. On Jun 27, 12:22 am, grant wrote: > Aha---here's a tiny but significant piece of the mysterie pie-t

[RBW] Re: The Poster

Could somebody end the mysterious intrique and post a picture of the actual poster? On Jun 26, 1:28 pm, Philip Williamson wrote: > Ha! I was told, "You need at least 24 pieces of flair." > And, "No cat pictures. We had a guy, all he had was cat pictures." > > And Seth, to be clear, I don't work i

[RBW] Re: Pressure Gauges: Facts? Opinions?

The SKS Airbase seems to have a very accurate gauge which matches a MUSA handheld gauge that I have. It's also the most solidly built pump I've ever used-- all steel construction and a lifetime tool. The Silca I had before this pales in comparison and broke after a few months of regular use. On Ju

[RBW] Re: Sackville Saddlebag Support

I'll be getting a Carradice Bagman Expedition now, as the Nitto Wire Guard I purchased has proven to provide insufficient clearance on my Hillborne. So, anybody looking to buy a Nitto Wire Guard for $30 shipped? On Jun 4, 2:32 pm, PATRICK MOORE wrote: > One liability with all these saddle- or se

[RBW] Re: WTB: A really long stem. Like 120/130/140/150. 26mm clamp. For 1" threaded headsets.

Ryan, I had a similar problem on my Quickbeam (64 when I should have bought a 68) and someone here suggested getting a Soma Highrider threaded-to- threadless adapter and then having more extension options with a threadless stem. I went this route and put a V.O 120 mm stem and it solved my too tigh

[RBW] Re: tektro cr720 installation advice

This discussion and my frustrating experiences with cantilevers has made me question why Rivendell pushes them as the bee's knees of brakes. I have had relentless problems with adjusting my cantis, the boys at my LBS are no help in that regard either, and even when they seem to be adjusted fairly c

[RBW] Re: What is the deal with the double top tubes?

It's OK to eat fish because they don't have any feelings. On May 9, 2:06 pm, Leslie wrote: > A fly rod. Every time I see a 2TT bike, I want to slip a fly rod in its > tube in there. > > (Catch-n-release, since you're a vegetarian.)   (Well, I catch-n-release > too, and am not.) > > > > > > > > On

[RBW] Re: Frame Pumps for a 64 Hillborne

llborne > > To: "rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com" > > Date: Thursday, March 29, 2012, 11:18 PM > > Zefal used to make a black plastic > > clamp-onpumppeg for this type of situation. Or you can > > track down an old chrome-plated Campy clamp-on peg. >

[RBW] Re: Frame Pumps for a 64 Hillborne

wrote: >  Do you mean your pump isn't long enough to fit under the top...or is > the bottom top tube longer? What are the lengths of the two tubes? > I've got a boatload of pumps that should work on one of them. > > Rob > > On Mar 29, 7:55 pm, Mike On A Bike wrote:

[RBW] Frame Pumps for a 64 Hillborne

I've had some trouble finding a frame pump for my new 64 cm Sam Hillborne. I ordered an HPX 4, thinking it was sure to fit with the enormous tube lengths on there, but it's actually too big to fit with the pump peg, and too small to fit snugly under the lower top tube. I'd really like to use the H

[RBW] Re: Lighter 650 rims

http://www.velocityusa.com/default.asp?contentID=634 google is good On Mar 28, 9:59 pm, RJM wrote: > Sounds good to me, the more the better and I am pretty well married to 650b > wheels right now.  By chance, does anybody know the weight of the dyad and > synergy rims in 650b? > > > > > > > > On

[RBW] Re: Best rain cover for a Brooks?

I have used the Carradice B17 covers that Peter White sells for about two years now. They have held up really well to a lot of riding, are very waterproof, and I expect them to last a while longer-- very high quality of construction. Can't discern any damage to my saddles from either rain or butt s

[RBW] Re: Any truly appealing panniers I'm missing?

fancy pannier finery...sigh. On Mar 7, 10:12 pm, Mike On A Bike wrote: > I am currently hunting for some deluxe panniers as well for my new > Hillborne that's just begging to be loaded down. As much of my riding > is as a commuting student, one want that I'm wondering if I

[RBW] Re: Any truly appealing panniers I'm missing?

I am currently hunting for some deluxe panniers as well for my new Hillborne that's just begging to be loaded down. As much of my riding is as a commuting student, one want that I'm wondering if I can satisfy is the ability to stuff a partially filled backpack in one of the panniers, while loading

[RBW] Re: SH/AHH sizing question

g bikes I've owned. > > > As Mike said, a given size in the SH can translate to a much larger > > size in a more conventionally designed frame. > > > On Mon, Feb 27, 2012 at 11:02 PM, Mike On A Bike > > > wrote: > > > I have a PBH of 98cm (as best I can

[RBW] Re: SH/AHH sizing question

I have a PBH of 98cm (as best I can tell), saddle height of 86.5cm and my height is 191cm. I just built up a 64cm Sam Hillborne and it fits absolutely splendid, fits as I would expect a custom to fit. I have a Brooks shoved all the way back on a lugged seatpost and a Dirtdrop/Moustache cockpit and

[RBW] Re: Uber-Tall Cockpit Dilemma

Well, according to RBW the DirtDrop gives me 82mm horizontal extension, so that's not so appealing to me. I can live with the lack of height above saddle, as it is my city fixie and I can roll with what I'll call a "more aerodynamic" setup, but more stretch would be really nice. It's sounding like

[RBW] Re: Which are more puncture resistant? Supremes vs Pasela TGs

I have 35mm Mara Supremes on my Quickbeam and will be getting 40's on my Sam Hillborne (next week!). I've ridden probably 5,000 miles on the Maras after wearing out the Jack Browns the Quickbeam came with, and I must say they have a great feel and very good durability. I've gotten holes in two beca

[RBW] Re: Question: Best Shiny Bits Cleaning Goop

Simichrome is amazing. I had all kinds of weird oxidation on my Edelux headlamp and it restored it to like new condition in about 15 minutes. Velo-Orange sells it and makes a strong testimonial for it too. http://store.velo-orange.com/index.php/simichrome-metal-polish.html On Nov 4, 2:34 pm, Marty

[RBW] Re: Busted Resurrectio Lug/WTB: 64cm Sam or other Riv frame

HA! Funny to hear a Hillborne suffered a similar fate. I don't think I'm particularly aggressive or abusive, and the most likely cause of failure was this being a random frameswap with a friend who got it for free on craigslist, so god knows what kind of treatment it got in it's heyday. Lost an 80'

[RBW] Re: Busted Resurrectio Lug/WTB: 64cm Sam or other Riv frame

Jim, Thanks for the informative reply on Sam-sizing. The Trek and the Quickbeam I ride are both 64cm, but I feel I should go up to the max with a Sam, being that my saddle height is 85cm, which puts me in the 65-67cm standard frame size on Rivendell's chart. I have about 16cm of seatpost exposed o

[RBW] Re: Busted Resurrectio Lug/WTB: 64cm Sam or other Riv frame

And the front view of the crack: http://imgur.com/q6yWP On Oct 25, 8:31 pm, James Warren wrote: > Mike, > What size was your Trek and what size non-sloping TT bike do you ride? I > think the largest those Treks came in was my size, 64 cm. > > But sizing is different on the Sam. My Trek touring a

[RBW] FS: Touring items- Like-new Ortlieb Bike Packer + Panniers & Used Nitto Big Back Rack

I am looking to parlay some of my not-ideal-for-me touring gear into a bike trailer and here's what I've got: 1) A pair of never used black Ortlieb Bike Packer Plus Panniers. I bought these a little more than a year ago and have never needed to use them because I have a bag setup that works better

[RBW] Cracked B.17 Tension Bolt-- What to do?

The tension bolt on my 26 month old B.17 Champion Special cracked today, and I'm wondering what to do for repair. I know that it is over the 2-year Brooks Warranty, and I'm not sure if this is something I could take on DIY, or if it would have to be sent into Brooks. Also wondering if now is the ti