Re: [RBW] Computers? No computers?

I have a computer on my randonneuring bike, but I only use it at night to help make turns. My perception of time and distance gets pretty warped at night. I don't look at it the rest of the time because I don't reset the trip mileage. None of my other bikes have computers. In the history of cyc

Re: [RBW] Generator lighting questions

I have a Spanninga SPXb that has been mounted on a rear plastic fender since 2006. It is the second set of fenders. I have done over 10,000K of randonneuring events, plus probably an equal number of training miles, and it is still in good shape. Ralph On 1/17/2011 11:40 PM, b hamon wrote: Un

Re: [RBW] Re: Gray Whale 200K

I believe membership is an insurance issue. Some clubs carry a blanket policy for all members, so they require membership. My local club pays a premium for each ride based on the number of riders (members or not), which the riders pay for through the ride fee. I decided not to run the brevets I

Re: [RBW] Gray Whale 200K

Thanks for the ride report. I use a small Acorn handlebar bag. I keep my brevet card in the rear of the bag behind a piece of coroplast cut the same size as the bag. I can carry 2-3 hours worth of food (about 3 natural energy bars and 2 gel cube packages) in front. Another option is a bar tube

Re: [RBW] Re: Goals for 2011:

Congrats on joining RUSA. If you are near Springfield, MO, ride our 200K brevet on March 20. I run a 200K and 300K through the St. Louis region. More info here: http://www.rognstads.com/brevets/ If you cannot make the brevet, we have several permanent routes. Good luck in 2011. Ralph If you g

Re: [RBW] bag for mustache bars?

Acorn handlebar bag. On 10/17/2010 6:04 PM, andrew hill wrote: I'm looking for a front-bag to hang beneath m-bars on a Romulus. M-bars and bags don't seem to go together at all well. That being said, I'd like to try a bar-bag instead of a front rack on this bike but I've got a 12-cm stem on

Re: [RBW] Canti-rom and dt shifters?

Mine does. Since there was only one batch, all of them should. On 9/23/2010 3:37 PM, Seth Vidal wrote: On Thu, Sep 23, 2010 at 4:36 PM, andrew hill wrote: hi folks, i'm in negotiations to pick up a canti-Romulus frameset, and dreaming about the eventual build. one question - looking at pick

Re: [RBW] Canti Rom Sizing

I am just shy of 6'2" (PBH of 89) and ride a 63cm Canti Rom, usually with 28's or 32's. Works for me, but did seem a little tall at first. Ralph jandrews_nyc wrote: Hi, I am helping a friend who is interested in purchasing a used Cantilever Romulus. His PBH is 84. The bike is a 59. Riv websi

Re: [RBW] new(to me) romulus

I have search high and low for matching paint or nail polish with no luck. Let me know if you find something. Ralph Seth Vidal wrote: Hi folks, I received the romulus from Andrew yesterday and have taken it for some short rides. There was a little bit of scraping and one uglier gouge from the

Re: [RBW] Re: Since we're talking about rides tomorrow..

There was never much doubt. Here is a short report: http://ralphsbike.blogspot.com/ Thanks. Lynne Fitz wrote: I'm sure you'll finish, so, congratulations Ralph! On Jun 11, 7:27 pm, "Ralph Rognstad Jr." wrote: I am also riding a 200K permanent tomorrow. The Munger Moss

Re: [RBW] Re: Since we're talking about rides tomorrow..

I am also riding a 200K permanent tomorrow. The Munger Moss Route 66. I will be on my Canti Rom. When I finish, I will qualify for the RUSA R-12 award. Ralph Lynne Fitz wrote: off to ride the Three Prairies 200km Permanent, which I apparently have not ridden since Feb 2009... http://lynneride

Re: [RBW] Re: I propose this for the Official Rivendell Anthem

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Re: [RBW] 92.7 PBH - is a size 63 AHH frame right for me?

I am the same height as you, but my PBH is 89. I ride a 63 canti Romulus, which I purchased based on the Riv web site. The frame seemed huge at first because I had been riding 60s, but if I were buying today, I would buy a 64 or 65. I would not worry about the standover height because most of t

Re: [RBW] FS: NEW SUGINO Chainring,110 BCD, Silver, 48t

It's been sold. Thanks. Ralph Rognstad Jr. wrote: This is a new ring I removed to replace with a 50t on an XD2 I bought from Velo Orange. It is ramped and pinned. I can email a picture. $25.00, includes shipping CONUS. Please reply of list. -- You received this message because yo

[RBW] FS: NEW SUGINO Chainring,110 BCD, Silver, 48t

This is a new ring I removed to replace with a 50t on an XD2 I bought from Velo Orange. It is ramped and pinned. I can email a picture. $25.00, includes shipping CONUS. Please reply of list. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. T

Re: [RBW] Fork dropouts: lawyer lip

My Canti Rom has a lip. newenglandbike wrote: > I am lucky to be the owner of a new 64cm Quickbeam, that bought as a > frameset and built up using pretty standard QB parts (thanks to Andrew > for selling me the wheels!). Anyway I notice that the fork has a > 'lawyer lip' on it, which is a bit od

[RBW] Re: NOW: off-road handlebars WAS: Long introduction and question on frame and handlebar options from newbie to the list

I switched from M-bars to Garys because they have a straighter top bar position. It allows me to to sit up more without have my hands in at an awkward angle and further from the stem for more control. It also works better with my handlebar bag. Different strokes... cyclotourist wrote: > The G

[RBW] Re: Quick question re: SKS fender width

I have 35mm fenders on my Canti Rom with 28mm Paselas. rcnute wrote: > Will the 35mm fenders work okay with 28mm Paselas? I'd think so, but > thought some of you could confirm. Thanks! > > Ryan > > > > > --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because

[RBW] Re: stem shifters

I currently have stem shifters on my Canti Rom with a Gary handle bar, but I plan to go back to bar ends when I have enough time on a weekend to work on the bike and ride. I put the stem shifters on because I thought I would ride more on the flats near the stem, but I ride mostly on the hoods,

[RBW] Re: Glove Recommendations?

I bought some Pearl Izumi gloves last fall for about $25 that are well padded in the palms. I don't recall the style. I was using a mustache bar then, but have switched to a Gary bar. Eric Norris wrote: > I'm looking for gloves that offer a lot of padding in the palm. This > July, I'll be ri

[RBW] Re: WTB: Shimano 600 brake lever w/ built in quick release

I used Tektros on a mustache bar for a couple of years. They worked fine, but I have large hands. They are now on a Gary bar that replaced the mustache bar. rob markwardt wrote: > I love the Tektros. I'm even putting them on my 71 chrome > ParamountGASP!! I'm 99% certain they are the same

[RBW] Re: Ernesto Lube Users ?

I tried Ernesto and quickly gave up on it because when it came off the chain as the chain spun, the oil and gunk would adhere to the rear rim and spokes and was a bear to get off. It mostly came off when it rained. I used the regular procedure of oiling the chain and then wiping it with a rag,

[RBW] Re: 400k on Hilsen

I think training is slightly different for each rider, so you need to figure out what is right for you. I have picked up good tips on the UltraMarathon Cycling Association site: http://www.ultracycling.com/training/training.html PATRICK MOORE wrote: > Well, I am suitably impressed. I doubt I'l

[RBW] Re: 400k on Hilsen

56 PATRICK MOORE wrote: > All of you riders who do double centuries and brevets (on heavy Rivs): > how old are you? > > Patrick "seeking for any excuse" More > > > --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RB

[RBW] Phil Wood Bottom Bracket

I am overhauling my Canti Rom to get ready for the brevet season and have found that the bearings in the bottom bracket are shot. I only put about 7,000 miles on it over the last two seasons. I did have several long rides in pouring rain. Is this typical or should I have gotten more miles out

[RBW] Re: Squealing Brakes, Redux

I switched to Jagwire shoes on my Oryx brakes and the squealing stopped. I had Koolstop before. EricP wrote: > Could just be the Oryx brakes. I have one set that's gone on three > different bikes. The front brake has squealed on each bike. Tried > different pads/toe in, etc. Just figure it's

[RBW] Re: Parts FS and a question for cyclofiend (or someone who knows)

I recently bought a silver Gary bar from my LBS, and my Sun Tour bar ends work fine. David Estes wrote: > FYI, you are not able to run/rub/rock bar end sifters on Gary bars > w/out consumer based modification > ... > > > > As others ha