[RBW] Re: Back on a Bleriot

2020-07-09 Thread Jason Fuller
I am loving the wider Nitto Noodle model drop bars (actually I'm on a Simworks 50cm variant but same profile) for a fast-yet-capable build. The extra control is super nice, yet I can still tuck and hammer along pretending I'm on a carbon road bike if I want. Add to that a lightweight wheelset

[RBW] Re: Back on a Bleriot

2020-07-09 Thread Colin Cummings
Phillip, what width dirt drop do you prefer? What I remember loving about the Midge was the ability to drop a little bit versus a lot on a Noodle or similar. (I started with Noodles on my first Bleriot in 2008) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW O

[RBW] Re: Back on a Bleriot

2020-07-09 Thread Colin Cummings
Actually swapping over the cockpit isn't a bad idea, although I don't HATE it on the specialized, it let's me ride pretty upright and it's comfy on the big fat Big Ben tires. I guess I'm wanting the Bleriot to be a bit "faster" with less-wide tires and multiple riding position options. But sinc

[RBW] Re: Back on a Bleriot

2020-07-08 Thread exliontamer
My wife has a Bleriot and the VO Porteur bars are what she settled on after trying drops & north roads. She clocks her speed and went a lot faster with those bars too. Seems like if you already have those on the Specialized & aren't into the feel on that bike, you could just throw that cockpit o