On Wed, Dec 30, 2009 at 5:22 PM, Steve Palincsar <[email protected]> wrote:
> > > But if the > target audience is predisposed toward carrying little, and that only in > a small seat pack and their jersey pockets, a low trail configuration > that demands a handlebar bag with some weight in it to feel "right" is a > non-starter. I still don't get it. I carry 30+ lb on at least two of my Rivendells, in the rear of course, and the handling is better than on the Motobecane: I remember carrying at least 30 lb on Riv #1, which didn't handle as well as 2 and 3, and being very pleased that I could ride it no hands at 10 mph as well as at higher speeds. I remember passing a pair of riders while riding the same bike with a smaller but still noticeable rear load just before a sharp S bend on a narrow bike path that crossed a culvert on an even narrower bridge, and being surprised at how well the Riv tracked despite the panniers. Etc Etc. So why would low trail be better for me with my rear loads up to 40 lb? -- Patrick Moore Albuquerque, NM For professional resumes, contact Patrick Moore, ACRW at [email protected] (505) 227-0523 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to [email protected]. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
