[RBW] Re: Tires for a new HHH build

We have WTB horizons, with tubes - over 2k miles on them, still lots of tread. They have good suspension [even w tubes] and are quite fast. Lots of gravel and rutted Western Massachusetts roads, did D2R2 in the rain, so far, no flats. Combined team is 330 lbs, plus bike, plus lots of pannier

[RBW] Re: Tires for a new HHH build

Just came back from 15 miles on our G-mail clad HHH... Love the tires, also running them on a Clementine and the 29er version on a Jones Plus. Strongly recommended. On the HHH him running them tubed on cliffhangers though the Clementine has tubeless in cliffhangers... Both work fine. -- You

[RBW] Re: Tires for a new HHH build

We have Maxxis ReFuse 2" on our HHH. Have been quite pleased with their ride quality. Only road riding for us, but there are plenty of rough patches in the Jerycity/NYC area, which they roll over with ease. Enjoy the new HHH. It is such a great bike!! Josh in Jersy City On Sunday,

[RBW] Re: Tires for a new HHH build

On Sunday, November 4, 2018 at 12:20:24 PM UTC-5, Randy Franks wrote: > Has anybody ridden Schwalbe G-One tires? Either the all arounders or the > “bite” model? I was thinking 2” Big Bens initially. But these something with > a little tread might be nice. Any other real world recommendations and

[RBW] Re: Tires for a new HHH build

We've got the 2.35" G-ones set up tubeless on Cliffhangers, it's a great option for the HHH and beyond. -Kai BKNY On Sunday, November 4, 2018 at 12:20:24 PM UTC-5, Randy Franks wrote: > > Has anybody ridden Schwalbe G-One tires? Either the all arounders or the > “bite” model? I was thinking 2”

[RBW] Re: Tires/Wheels for new Sam Hillborne

https://www.flickr.com/photos/129545862@N03/24621117222/in/dateposted-public/ Found a photo. Not sure if you can zoom in tight enough to see the modified mounting bracket. John -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: Tires/Wheels for new Sam Hillborne

The sks fenders with the 40s were a little bit of a tough fit but I was able to get decent clearance. As I mentioned, I had to elongate the mounting hole almost down to the fender. I also had to bend it over like they showed on one of the Riv videos. That was the only way I could slam them

[RBW] Re: Tires/Wheels for new Sam Hillborne

Hey Chris - did your mechanic try to fit the Velo Orange Zeppelin or the Honjo fenders? And is your Sam the one with caliper brakes? Thanks! R.J. On Thursday, August 31, 2017 at 7:47:56 AM UTC-7, Chris Birkenmaier wrote: > > I also bought those fenders for my new (at the time) Sam and had

[RBW] Re: Tires/Wheels for new Sam Hillborne

unless I was considering a long trip, through puncturous land, i would probably opt for a different tire. There are some really nice ones in the 40mm range that will make your sam feel excellent. I also am of the belief that most rivs should ever wear a tire less than 40mm. but that's just me.

[RBW] Re: Tires/Wheels for new Sam Hillborne

I also bought those fenders for my new (at the time) Sam and had those tires. My mechanic who is very good by the way, could not get them to fit. I had to end up putting them on a Cheviot that I own with no problems. My Sam remains without fenders which actually I am ok with. On Thursday,

[RBW] Re: Tires/Wheels for new Sam Hillborne

I am looking to get fenders for my Sam. I am running 650bx42 Gran Bois tires. I am partial to the hammered Honjo's 650bx58 but have a hard time imagining they will fit the modern Sam (with the long-reach caliper brakes instead of the trusty ol' canti's). Has anyone managed to fit the Honjo

[RBW] Re: Tires, revisited.

I've found the Maxxis Torch 29 to be a really nice tire. It's close to the Big Apple in it's tread so I'm sure it has limitations in the dirt.

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires, revisited.

Yes indeed to Orange Seal. I've blathered about it enough, but it makes possible the use of "fragile" tires that otherwise would be impossible due to flats; be it put in tubes (at least, above 30-35 psi; it wouldn't work for me in tubes at 20 or so) or of course tubeless. Oh, and Patrick: what

[RBW] Re: Tires, revisited.

I would highly recommend getting removable core inner tubes and squirting in some orange seal. I've had zero flats on my RTP with this method, decent amount of mileage, all sorts of rough stuff. Maybe I would not have had a flat anyway, but worth a try if you are getting flats to see if it

[RBW] Re: tires for clem

"Silver double the chain clearance is very minimal while riding in the little ring with my current 1.75 tires" First thing would be to try the wider tires and then check if there is actually tire/chain interference. If there ends up being insufficient clearance with wider tires, you might need

[RBW] Re: tires for clem

Hi Davey I have the 2.25 on there -p On Thursday, May 11, 2017 at 10:44:14 AM UTC-4, Davey Two Shoes wrote: > > Hi guys, > > Thanks for the feedback. lots of great options here. > > Pete, what width SS are you running? > > My next question, with the Silver double the chain clearance is very >

[RBW] Re: tires for clem

Hi guys, Thanks for the feedback. lots of great options here. Pete, what width SS are you running? My next question, with the Silver double the chain clearance is very minimal while riding in the little ring with my current 1.75 tires. I cant imagine what would happen if I went up a size.

[RBW] Re: tires for clem

I had been running the Schwalbe Big Bens on my Clem and had been doing a bit of fire road riding so recently swapped them out for the Schwalbe Smart Sam's, and love em! Great on the trails and work just fine on pavement when commutting too. Peter in Boston -- You received this message because

[RBW] Re: tires for clem

I am running a Big Ben in the back & a 2.3 Kenda knobby in the front. I tried BBs frint & back initially & then changef both to 2.3 knobbies, but the Clementine is such a big bike that 2 really fat tires felt sort of ponderous. The knob on the front gives a little "float" over soft stuff &

[RBW] Re: tires for clem

If you like the idea of Thunderburts but need a more aggressive knobbie that still handle pavement amazingly well, Racing Ralphs are supple and spectacular. With abandon, Patrick On Sunday, May 7, 2017 at 9:44:17 PM UTC-6, Davey Two Shoes wrote: > > Hi everyone > I' love my clem (riv stock

[RBW] Re: tires for clem

Bought my Clem off this list with a mismatched pair: knobby WTB Bee Line 2.2" in the front, smooth-ish Vee Speedster 1.95" in back. I've been pretty happy with them for general use, but I expect to trade them out eventually and I think the next tires on this bike will be Schwalbe Big Ones in

[RBW] Re: tires for clem

I was going through this recently, but looking for 26" x 2.3. I was disappointed to learn that Thunderburts by Schwalbe are no longer available in the 26" size, but they are still made in the 27.5 version. I have two bikes that can handle the 27.5 Thunderburts, but haven't tried them yet. I

[RBW] Re: Tires for Joe Appaloosa

I ride Barlows on my QB because they are the fattest I can fit. If I had an Appaloosa and I wasn't going to use it for much technical single track, I'd go with the fattest Compass tires I could get, which depends on wheel size. With abandon, Patrick On Saturday, May 6, 2017 at 12:28:39 PM

[RBW] Re: Tires for Sam

Ahahahaahahahahah . you suffer from TMT . too many tires ! It's so easy to buy tires and so hard to wear them out. -- 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,

[RBW] Re: Tires for Sam

I actually have a set of Clement Strada LGG in the 32 mm variety in my collection. I told you I have a problem! Actually I am hoping the JBs are a little plumber as they should measure a true 33. I think the Clements are closer to 31 but I don't know for sure. On Tuesday, May 2, 2017 at

[RBW] Re: Tires for Sam

Brewster, you are prolly aware that Clement has a 32mm road tire the LGG, but there it is in case not. Panaracer also makes the Gravel King smooth tread in a 32, not be confused with SK version which does not. Their names a descriptions are very irregular to say the least ! If you ever want

[RBW] Re: Tires for Sam

Thanks for the feedback Jon. Those are some great looking bikes! It's kind of funny how we talk about 33 mm tires as being narrow. On Tuesday, May 2, 2017 at 2:21:31 PM UTC-4, jtallman wrote: > > Tim, > I have 2 Sam Hillbornes, the first one being an orange 56 cm canti brake > version that I

[RBW] Re: Tires for Sam

Good point. A bad habit of mine is this constant case of upgrade-itis. One of the Clements is worn but I could have just purchased one as a replacement and put the one with the good tread on the front. Oh well, I had my heart set on trying more of a smooth tread version found on the JB's as

[RBW] Re: Tires for Sam

Tim, I have 2 Sam Hillbornes, the first one being an orange 56 cm canti brake version that I bought in the summer of 2009. I have tried several different tires on it over the years, including a set of Jack Browns. I have also found that I enjoy the ride of the Sam more with narrower tires. Four

[RBW] Re: Tires for Sam

Why not just keep riding the Clement tires ? I mean hey, if it ain't broke... As you found out, wider is not necessarily "better", it's just wider but it doesn't necessarily mean better or worse. I myself have not drunk the "Compass kool-aid" and prolly never will. Everyone has their

[RBW] Re: Tires for Sam

There's these in 35 or 40- https://www.bike24.com/1.php?content=8;product=196580;menu=1000,4,22,35 they're relatively cheap and pretty darned amazing on most everything. -Kai BK NY On Monday, May 1, 2017 at 7:17:00 PM UTC-4, Broccoli Cog wrote: > > I have been fusing with different tires on my

[RBW] Re: Tires for Sam

Excellent! There is a wondrous beauty to simplicity, and your Sam will be an excellent teacher! You can take it on 80% of what I take my Hunqapillar on (based on I can take my Quickbeam on 70%). What would I avoid? Loaded touring on technical single track. My QB came with JB (not sure which

[RBW] Re: Tires for Sam

Thank you Patrick. I always appreciate your comments and have visited your blog quite a few times when i was deciding on a Rivendell. I have been really pining for a Hunqapillar especially after seeing yours and the places you have gone as evidenced by your photos. That said I have been on a

[RBW] Re: Tires for Sam

For your 5% non-paved, my Barlow Pass on my Quickbeam serve me wonderfully on the 60% dirt and single track I ride with them, and it's not just easy pastoral paths they're on. Some of these pictures are from before I was enlightened to Barlow Pass tires, but they all show conditons and trails

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for Sam

Easy, I am riding 40mm Clement X'plor USH MSO on my Sam now in the 120 Tpi version. They are a really good tire. The reason I was interested in the Compass is because I wanted a smooth or a herringbone style tread. In other words more road like since that is where I am mainly riding these days.

[RBW] Re: Tires for Sam

I put a set of Panaracer Col de la Vie 650bx38mm on my sister's bike. Comfortable, not too heavy, easy on and off the rim, tan sidewalls for a retro look, and a set goes for less than $50 shipped. She did get a flat on one ride when a piece of glass got stuck between the treads then worked

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for Sam

I think the Kojaks look have a really cool moto look, especially the fat ones. When I bore of the 26x2.15 Big Bens on my commuter, I'll either get Kojaks or some ThunderBurts in 26", if there are any left. For the OP, I imagine the Little Big Ben 700x40s are as indestructible as the 26

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for Sam

I commuted across town for several years on 559 X 32 mm non-Tourguard Paselas. They ride well for the price, but FWIW, I found them rather delicate (sidewalls started to decay after a year or so in the sun; I once scraped an inch of tread off the rear casing with an unplanned skid), and very

[RBW] Re: Tires for Sam

I have 700x38 Panaracer Paselas on my Rosco, in the non-tourguard version. A new pair go for about $50. I have the same tire in 32 on an RBT and had 1.75s on a Trek 950 before swapping out to Big Bens out of boredom. Most of my 14 mile daily roundtrip commute is on bike paths and city streets,

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for Sam

I've been very pleased with how well Compass extralights hold up off road, in firmish dirt (even light sand) and gravel. With modern sealants for thorns, I feel more confident with my Elk Passes on dirt than I used to with beefier road tires like Kojaks. I agree, I'm happy to spend top dollar for

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for Sam

Vee Tires is a bit of mystery, since there are 2 such companies. Vee Tire and Vee Rubber . I have looked at both sites and left confused ! On Friday, April 7, 2017 at 9:37:22 AM UTC-4, Conway Bennett wrote: > > I went on a "budget" 700x47 tire buying spree last summer. What I came up >

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for Sam

I'm on my 3rd year with Schwalbe 700c-38 Little Bens. They have served me well on pavement and gravel. Jon >> . >> >> -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for Sam

I have Compass Gran Bois 42mm Hetres in cream on mine. The bike is orange and with the cream tires they look stunning (in my opinion). The ride is great too. I'm sold on Compass and other supple tires to the point I don't want to ride anything else. On Friday, April 7, 2017 at 9:37:22 AM

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for Sam

I went on a "budget" 700x47 tire buying spree last summer. What I came up with was the resist nomads and vee rubber 12s are great. Actually the vee tires I was sent were the grv model which I can't actually find info on but appear to be the same tread as the 12s. The resists are sort of like

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for Sam

I like the Resist Nomad tires as a wallet friendly option. I used them on an LHT owned several years ago, and now use them on my commuter. http://resistparts.com/parts/tires-nomad/ Jeff Silver Spring, MD On Fri, Apr 7, 2017 at 5:37 AM, Garth wrote: > Yes, the Vittoria

[RBW] Re: Tires for Sam

Yes, the Vittoria Hypers are pretty decent for that price. I ran 2 sets of the 38/40 so far down to the casing☺ I run them at low pressures, 40-45 or so. Not the highest of volume tires though on A719 rims at least. If you could use a 35mm tires I would recommend the Forte Metro tire from

[RBW] Re: Tires for Sam

I checked again. I have the 35s, which are plenty wide for me. The 38s are $20. On Friday, April 7, 2017 at 8:15:48 AM UTC+3, Jay in Tel Aviv wrote: > > I'm running 38 Victoria Hypers available here for $17 plus shipping. > >

[RBW] Re: Tires for Sam

I'm running 38 Victoria Hypers available here for $17 plus shipping. http://www.planetx.co.uk/i/q/TYVIVOHY/vittoria-voyager-hyper-folding-tyre I did get a flat yesterday, from a staple, but it was the first in several months of gnarly urban commuting. I run Supremes in the winter. These are

[RBW] Re: Tires for Sam

I have the conti speed whatevers 700x42. They replaced marathon supremes in 700X50. I like them ok. No flats yet, quicker than the marathons felt, not amazingly plush, decent on dirt. Once I wear them out, I want to try the cazaderos. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

[RBW] Re: Tires for Sam

Can't speak to the Conti's but I recently replaced my worn-out original Schwalbe Marathon 650Bx38 with Compass Loup-Loup Pass extra-lights of the same size. The difference is phenomenal! Seat of the pants and watching average speeds over several common routes indicates the Compass tires are

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for HHH tandem

Compass SBH Standard casing going on ours. Talked to Paul today at Paul Component and decided to spec some Motolites over the Honjo H-80 fender. He was certain clearances would work well. Excited to put this all together in time for summer travels. -- You received this message because you

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for HHH tandem

Currently split between the WTB Horizon (~48mm) because I have a pair laying around and Thunder Burtsbecause they are my latest tire obsession. On Thursday, February 23, 2017 at 3:02:54 PM UTC-5, René wrote: > > I asked them about paved and dirt trails, but didn't specifically mention >

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for HHH tandem

I asked them about paved and dirt trails, but didn't specifically mention gnarly rutted/rocky trails. But I believe that with this in mind, they recommended the standard sidewall instead of the ultralight. Michael makes a good point about the diminishing returns, which I believe would also apply,

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for HHH tandem

All improvements are governed by the law of diminishing returns. Going from 28 mm tires to 38 mm tires yields a big improvement on comfort; from 38 to 48mm offers offers less but still noticeable improvement in comfort without any noticeable loss in rolling. Going from 48 to 58 will yield

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for HHH tandem

Like Tony I plan to ride my HHH on the C towpath and think I'll go with Big Bens. I have a set on my Xtracycle'd vintage mountain bike and with hauling two kids over many miles I've never had a flat and they still manage to provide a good ride. Ryan Arlington, VA On Thursday, February 23,

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for HHH tandem

I ran Compass 700c x 35mm regular casing on my Burly tandem for a 2-3 day 135 mile C canal and rail trail ride to July's ago. Combined team and cargo weight was a pretty robust ~450lbs. I had three flats the first day, all rear, exhausting my spare tubes. After adjusting weight to front

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for HHH tandem

I think my quasi motos were more like 50mm on Synergy rims. They are 53mm on these wide rims. -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for HHH tandem

Using them on road exclusively or on trails? Did you ask that Rene? I'm sure they will roll great. I'll be curious to hear how they hold up on bumpy and rutted trails. Those HHH tandems will make really fun trail bikes. Ray Vallejo. -- You received this message because you are

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for HHH tandem

I e-mailed Compass Cycles and Gave highly recommended the 650b 48mm Switchback Hill with the regular casing and said they know a number of heavy tandem riders who've used them with no issues at all. So I placed my order. Will report once everything is built and ridden. Can't wait. On Wed, Feb 22,

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for HHH tandem

Thanks to all for your feedback. I still feel inclined to go with the standard Compass tires, as I haven't had any problems with MTB compass tires compared to the previous Schwalbe tires and love their suppleness. We'll see... wonder if a wider less supple tire somehow offsets their lesser

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for HHH tandem

The good news is that unless you're running 25c or narrower tires on a tandem there is no reason to use such high pressures. On our first tandem we used 32s and 35s at about 80-90 psi. On our second we run 650b x 42 Hetres at 60-65 psi. On the HHH we anticipate 55+ and 45 psi. Tandem

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for HHH tandem

One other bit of info on tandem tires. You will burn thru them faster than you expect. We use 120psi on our roadie and only get about 800 miles out of a rear, often the issue is sidewall tesr but ask your stoker what they think of s pothole blowout. After a few cycles we went with the front

[RBW] Re: Tires for HHH tandem

We have run the compass 45mm tires - I forget the name - for the past year, without undue problems. We ride a mixture of dirt and paved roads but pretty much all rural. We did have two flats, in quick succession. They are very comfortable and roll well. Michael On Tuesday, February 21,

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for HHH tandem

They were about 52mm on normal rims. On these wide Alex rims they probably will be even wider. I'll let you know when I have them mounted. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] Re: Tires for HHH tandem

Tandems have some ratty significant advantages over singles in terms of headwinds, crosswinds, downhills and general cruising. A sturdier tire will not handicap general riding, especially on the cruiser/bomber type tandem the HHH will be. The tandem I've owned for many years has both a

[RBW] Re: Tires for HHH tandem

Love that Follis On Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at 7:26:57 PM UTC-5, Mark in Beacon wrote: > > Was it you, René, who mentioned hoping to get the SO interested in this > bicycle? If so, a bit of extra flat tire protection might not be a terrible > idea, especially with a tandem. I like just fine

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for HHH tandem

Hi Bill, how wide are the Quasi Motos? On Tue, Feb 21, 2017 at 3:04 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote: > I picked up my tandem wheelset today. I have a set of Pacenti Quasi Moto > knobbies that I used to run on a Bombadil and that are too big for any of > my 650B bikes today. I'm

[RBW] Re: Tires for HHH tandem

I picked up my tandem wheelset today. I have a set of Pacenti Quasi Moto knobbies that I used to run on a Bombadil and that are too big for any of my 650B bikes today. I'm going to use those for starters. Bill Lindsay El Cerrito, CA On Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at 2:35:21 PM UTC-8, René

[RBW] Re: Tires for my Hunq

I recently bought Continental Race King (Race Sport) 29x2.0. I will write about them on another thread (tire test and impression thread) sometime, but I don't have time now. To be brief, their tread pattern is more off-road-oriented than Thunder Burt, thus less smooth (but acceptable) on

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for my Hunq

Super Motos are great tires. They are very fast on the road and float well in the dirt. However, based on your dirt-biased riding, I'd recommend the Thunder Burt. Its knobs (especially on the edges) will help you climb out of ruts that the Super Moto may slide down into. The Thunder Burt

[RBW] Re: Tires for my Hunq

> > > You might check out Kenda Small Block 8, too. The 26" versions have been my long-time favorite for the conditions you describe, and they now appear to offer a 2.1" 29er version. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for my Hunq

Can't say enough good about the Burts. I took them off my Salsa for a bit, need to get them back on! On Thursday, October 8, 2015 at 6:03:13 AM UTC-7, Tim Gavin wrote: > > Super Motos are great tires. They are very fast on the road and float > well in the dirt. > > However, based on your

[RBW] Re: Tires for my Hunq

FWIW, I love the Clement MSO's in 700x40. Not as wide as you're wanting, but, they're great on my Rom (as long as I don't overinflate my rear). On Wednesday, October 7, 2015 at 8:38:49 PM UTC-4, Daniel Jackson wrote: > > I will ride 85% dirt roads, 15% paved with my Hunq in northern VT. No

[RBW] Re: Tires for my Hunq

Yes. Either would be great, presuming your Hunq is the green edition with the greater clearences. TB's give slight knobby traction which makes a big difference on cambered dirt (packed or loose). If floatation is critical, the SM's would be great. The Compass tires in a 700 x 2.1" on these

[RBW] Re: Tires for my Hunq

Wait a minute. Compass makes a 700c x 2.1 On Wednesday, October 7, 2015 at 8:55:59 PM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Yes. Either would be great, presuming your Hunq is the green edition with > the greater clearences. TB's give slight knobby traction which makes a big > difference on

[RBW] Re: Tires for my Hunq

Oops. My brain and fingers disconnected and I missed it in my proof read. My apologies, Daniel. No. Compass does not make a 700x2.1" tire. I wish they did, and IF they did I would love to try it and see how a supple tire with large contacts area did on what I ride. Given what the 38 Barlow Pass

[RBW] Re: Tires for the Hillborne

Michael, I have what I believe to be a 2012 56 Hillborne (orange with canti posts). I use Barlow Pass tires on one set of wheels and 40mm Schwalbe Mondials on the other. The fenders are SKS 50s. The Barlow Pass tires were no problem but I had to lengthen the hole in the front connector with

[RBW] Re: Tires for the Hillborne

Thanks everyone for your input! I think the Compass Barlow Pass Tires will be the way to go! On Tuesday, September 29, 2015 at 12:49:10 PM UTC-7, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > Oh, and I forgot about sidepulls. If it is a Hillborne with sidepulls I'd > run 38s and call it a day. If it is a

[RBW] Re: Tires for the Hillborne

If your 56 is as old as mine (purchased new in December 2009), then it might have a little less clearance than the newer ones. I have a bunch of photos of mine with Rock and Roads with no fenders, and I went out of my way to get some clearance shots, since that's what people want to see.

[RBW] Re: Tires for the Hillborne

Important note, this is a 56cm Hillborne built for 700c wheels On Tuesday, September 29, 2015 at 9:38:43 AM UTC-7, Michael Ullmer wrote: > > I'm completing a build on a new Sam Hillborne frame I got from a fellow > list member and one of the last pieces to the puzzle are the tires. I'm >

[RBW] Re: Tires for the Hillborne

I'm running Barlow Pass 700c x 38 with SKS P50 fenders. Limiting factor with this set up is the hight clearance of the fenders at the fork and brake bridge attachment points. I have the bracket(s) attached as high up as possible, yet these are the two spots where the fender is closest to the

[RBW] Re: Tires for the Hillborne

Oh, and I forgot about sidepulls. If it is a Hillborne with sidepulls I'd run 38s and call it a day. If it is a Hillborne with cantilevers then you could likely do more. If it was a Hillborne with centerpulls, I'm not sure...maybe? On Tuesday, September 29, 2015 at 10:20:54 AM UTC-7,

[RBW] Re: Tires for road bike 700x23

Thanks for the link too! On Saturday, January 24, 2015 at 6:31:14 PM UTC-7, eflayer wrote: I have become rather fond of Michelin Litihion 2. I don't keep track of mileage, nor flat frequency, but they feel good and don't seem to be of less quality than others I've tried. And if you get

[RBW] Re: Tires for road bike 700x23

one blogger that has ridden all the open tubulars rates the Torelli Torino as the best of the bunch in that size. http://www.torelli.com/tubes-tires-maintenance/tires/torino-open-tubular.html On Saturday, January 24, 2015 at 11:12:32 AM UTC-6, Jon in the foothills of Central Colorado wrote:

[RBW] Re: Tires for road bike 700x23

Thanks Ron! On Saturday, January 24, 2015 at 10:27:39 AM UTC-7, Ron Mc wrote: one blogger that has ridden all the open tubulars rates the Torelli Torino as the best of the bunch in that size. http://www.torelli.com/tubes-tires-maintenance/tires/torino-open-tubular.html On Saturday,

[RBW] Re: Tires for road bike 700x23

I have become rather fond of Michelin Litihion 2. I don't keep track of mileage, nor flat frequency, but they feel good and don't seem to be of less quality than others I've tried. And if you get em from probikekit.com = about $20 each. On Saturday, January 24, 2015 at 9:12:32 AM UTC-8, Jon

[RBW] re: tires - I could be imagining things, but...I am thinking Cypres is good

-- I just replaced the tires on my newest commuter-y type bike, the New Albion Privateer. It is a pretty stout steel steed. I was running Maxxis Refuse 700x28 folding tires at 85 psi. I thought maybe they might have been making the stoutness feel even more stout -

Re: [RBW] re: tires - I could be imagining things, but...I am thinking Cypres is good

I think that has been most folks' experience with the Grand Bois Cypres. Certainly mine when switching from Gatorskins. They are more flat prone but the tradeoff is worth it IMO. On Mon, May 12, 2014 at 9:35 AM, eflayer eddie.fla...@att.net wrote: -- I just

Re: [RBW] re: tires - I could be imagining things, but...I am thinking Cypres is good

I have been running Cypres on my Riv Road for a few years and like them a lot. The kevlar bead ones. There was also a steel bead at one time that I tried and did not like. On Mon, May 12, 2014 at 9:35 AM, eflayer eddie.fla...@att.net wrote: -- I just replaced the

Re: [RBW] re: tires - I could be imagining things, but...I am thinking Cypres is good

Grand Bois changed their tire design significantly based on our tire tests. At first, they used a casing that was similar to the Rolly-Poly/Jack Brown/Maxy-Fasty. After our tests, they went back to the drawing board and improved the design. The latest step in that direction are the Extra Léger

Re: [RBW] re: tires - I could be imagining things, but...I am thinking Cypres is good

On Monday, May 12, 2014 10:37:43 AM UTC-7, Jan Heine wrote: Grand Bois changed their tire design significantly based on our tire tests. At first, they used a casing that was similar to the Rolly-Poly/Jack Brown/Maxy-Fasty. After our tests, they went back to the drawing board and improved

Re: [RBW] re: tires - I could be imagining things, but...I am thinking Cypres is good

On 05/12/2014 02:16 PM, Brewster Fong wrote: On Monday, May 12, 2014 10:37:43 AM UTC-7, Jan Heine wrote: Grand Bois changed their tire design significantly based on our tire tests. At first, they used a casing that was similar to the Rolly-Poly/Jack Brown/Maxy-Fasty. After our

Re: [RBW] re: tires - I could be imagining things, but...I am thinking Cypres is good

On Monday, May 12, 2014 11:22:09 AM UTC-7, Steve Palincsar wrote: On 05/12/2014 02:16 PM, Brewster Fong wrote: On Monday, May 12, 2014 10:37:43 AM UTC-7, Jan Heine wrote: Grand Bois changed their tire design significantly based on our tire tests. At first, they used a casing that was

Re: [RBW] re: tires - I could be imagining things, but...I am thinking Cypres is good

I think Steve is right, it would be hard to improve upon FMB. Their tubulars are pretty amazing. I used them in 'cross last season, and they were a dream. For their road tires, I think the tread could be improved (they use Challenge's treads for their wider tires), mostly to increase the

[RBW] Re: tires - I could be imagining things, but...I am thinking Cypres is good

So if the Cypres is actually a Grand Bois-branded product. Is there a similar/better Compass-branded 700 x 32-ish? On Monday, May 12, 2014 7:35:44 AM UTC-7, eflayer wrote: -- I just replaced the tires on my newest commuter-y type bike, the New Albion

Re: [RBW] Re: tires - I could be imagining things, but...I am thinking Cypres is good

On 05/12/2014 05:57 PM, eflayer wrote: So if the Cypres is actually a Grand Bois-branded product. Is there a similar/better Compass-branded 700 x 32-ish? http://www.compasscycle.com/tires_comp_700_32.html Stampede Pass -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

Re: [RBW] Re: tires - I could be imagining things, but...I am thinking Cypres is good

I have these on the Motobecane-Formerly-Known-As-Patrick's. Like them a lot. They handled the unpaved section of the Davis Double flawlessly: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5M08gWcJd8Mfeature=sharelist=UUccfA4NuyWU3-YaUf9LkNwA --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com

Re: [RBW] Re: tires - I could be imagining things, but...I am thinking Cypres is good

Thanks for the video, Eric. That helps answer my last remaining question before I put the Barlow Pass Compass tires at the top of my list. With abandon, Patrick On Monday, May 12, 2014 4:37:39 PM UTC-6, Eric Norris wrote: I have these on the Motobecane-Formerly-Known-As-Patrick’s. Like them a

Re: [RBW] re: tires - I could be imagining things, but...I am thinking Cypres is good

Do I recall correctly that Jan has said elsewhere that the EL casings were developed from the mfg's high end tubular casing? -- 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,

Re: [RBW] re: tires - I could be imagining things, but...I am thinking Cypres is good

I'll have to work through my back stock of tires Jan before I can justify ordering something new, although there are a number of new tires in the market to look at including the Compass offerings. Thanks for the back ground info however. we lose track so quickly of how bikes and components came

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