[RBW] Re: Mudflaps - inside fender or outside fender?
I mount my mud flaps on the inside, it curves the flap and helps it stay in place rather than deflecting in the wind. Some planet bike flaps fit over the end of the fender (both inside and outside?). Angus On Jun 10, 9:18 am, rswat...@me.com wrote: I use inside mounting. Am I the only one? I zip-tie the leather flap to an appropriately sized piece of plastic (credit card works great) and snap the plastic bit inside the metal fender between the rolled edges. Secure, quick release, no fender modification needed. Zip tie is just for insurance. Friction usually holds it between the plastic card and the fender just fine. Cheers, Ryan On Jun 10, 2010, at 7:31, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote: There was an article in an old issue of Bicycle Quarterly about mounting leather flaps inside the fender. This is for folks using aluminum fenders. You can check their back issue index for finding the article. But with a VO flap or Riv Sackville flap it needs to go outside. I have the VO flaps on my commuter, they're great. I like the looks of the Sackville more and they're lighter and have the reflective strip on them. --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners- bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en . -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Tektro CR720s on a Quickbeam
I like that idea Mike! The tape is soft and may not last, but it's worth a shot. Angus On Jun 10, 6:54 pm, MikeC mecinib...@sbcglobal.net wrote: I have been trying to come up with a way to minimize the radial slop between the studs and canti pivots and just thought of trying to wind the stud with Teflon tape. This would take up the space without increasing friction. Has anyone tried this? Mike On Jun 9, 11:49 pm, Philip Williamson philip.william...@gmail.com wrote: Thanks for these suggestions - I have V-brakes on my Bontrager with drops, and I love them. If I can't adjust the Tektros to be significantly better than the stock brakes, I'll just buy new pads for them and put them back on. The nice part of tracking the 'tinking' sound to the brakes was that now my saddle rails, seatpost and cranks are all greased and tight. I will try lowering the yoke on the front, and I'll toe the brakes more dramatically. I feel bad now for watching a CX race and wondering what's wrong with these people's brakes/mechanics? because 65% of the them would come diving into a turn with their forks going gackgackgackgackgack. Now that's me. Philip 97128 MikeC wrote: I have the same issue with my Hillborne. I assume they use the same studs as the QB. The problem is more radial slop than length-wise slop as was previously mentioned. I had terrible brake shudder, because when the brakes hit the rim, the cantis would rotate enough on the stud to remove the little bit of toe-in that they had when not engaged. I ended up re-postioning the pads with a lot of toe-in and that solved the problem. Other than that issue, which I'm not sure is due to the under sized stud or oversized brake bushing, I love the CR720s. On Jun 9, 10:06 am, Horace max...@sdf.lonestar.org wrote:- On Tue, Jun 8, 2010 at 10:38 PM, Philip Williamson philip.william...@gmail.com wrote: I just changed out the stock Quickbeam brakes for Tektro CR720s, a presumable upgrade. However, the brakes have fore-aft play on the canti bosses, and make a 'tank'ing noise when plucked. The bike makes the exact same noise when I jink to the left. So the bosses seem a shade too long for the brakes, both front and rear Has anyone else noticed this with the CR720? Should I add a thin washer under the nut? Under the brake? Is this the reason I get brake chatter on the front, or is that the pads still being brand new? Would moving the spring-end to the tighter hole keep the brakes from rattling as much? Also, regarding braking power, they seem the same as the old brakes. They're high profile, so I've got a high cable yoke. It can't get much higher. I want a stronger front brake with a higher yoke, since I can't lower the stock low-profile brake's yoke any further, due to the M12's mounting rod. Have you considered V-brakes? I tried the CR720 on my Quickbeam for a couple of years too, but recently switched to Avid Single Digit V-brakes (requires different levers or a Travel Agent). They do have a lot of stopping power. Horace.- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text -- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: New Brand V Bags
You're right, it's never going to hold a load like a buckle system. Guess I should have thought of that before I purchased it. I used the simple solution when the failure occurred on two separate occasions. It was not a major problem - only one side would come loose - but it's not something I should have to be concerned about on a brevet and it's certainly going to stop me from attempting to put anything heavy into it. The simple solution that I now use - and it works - is to use my older Kevin's Bag. Guess I'll stick with my original strong statement. Bill In a message dated 6/11/2010 12:19:03 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, joer...@gmail.com writes: It's hook loop, it's never going to hold a load like metal or plastic buckles. The procedure described above seems like a simple solution. The seat bag sucks is a little strong, IMO. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Your Favorite Handlebar Bag
On Thu, 2010-06-10 at 21:18 -0700, Gino Zahnd wrote: The Inujirushi bag has been good to me over the course of 10,000+ miles. Still looks great. http://www.flickr.com/photos/gzahnd/3114530816/in/set-72157602102746272/ http://jitensha.com/eng/inujirushibags.html The Berthoud bags age very well, too. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Your Favorite Handlebar Bag
Its difficult to find any fault with the Acorn bags - made right here in Southern California. I echo the comments stated here as to the qualities of the bags. As an alternative to the Berthouds, I'd also look at the Loyal Designs rando bag made in Berkeley (sorry, again -- California uber alles!). They usually have them at Box Dog, often in a light brown in addition to the blue: http://www.boxdogbikes.com/blog/?p=2023 I hate to mention it, because the wait list is 3 years, but Adam's Zugster rando bags are just about perfect, especially in the waterproof dept. and a modern take on the traditional boxy bag rather light: http://www.flickr.com/photos/25671...@n02/4135825873/in/set-72157622881252990/ The Inujirushi will fill out the space made by the headtube and h'bars better than the others, and those are very well made. So many good choices. Certainly, this is a wonderful time to be a bicycler. Esteban San Diego, Calif. On Jun 11, 4:02 am, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote: On Thu, 2010-06-10 at 21:18 -0700, Gino Zahnd wrote: The Inujirushi bag has been good to me over the course of 10,000+ miles. Still looks great. http://www.flickr.com/photos/gzahnd/3114530816/in/set-72157602102746272/ http://jitensha.com/eng/inujirushibags.html The Berthoud bags age very well, too. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: The Bleriot Build...
I guess I did not realize you were so tall (of course I have only seen you in flickr photos on my computer screen. That looks to be a 59, correct? Anyway, it is shaping up fine. Nice SON up front, King in the back, Velocitys. You will really be able to put some miles on that bike. Give Hetres a try some time. On Jun 11, 12:48 am, S.Cutshall clotht...@gmail.com wrote: ...has -finally- begun. http://www.flickr.com/photos/30264...@n00/sets/72157624125215767/ Very excited to get this bike up running on the road. -Scott -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] FS: SON 28
Silver, 32 hole, less than 300 miles, have two and need to sell one. $210 shipped lower 48. -- Kathryn 541.968.5908 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] FS: TA Cranks, SKF BB, spare chainring
Hi all, I realized I don't like narrow tread on my cranks, so my TA Pro V Vis crankset is for sale. Prices are shipped to CONUS, offers are welcomed. 175 mm 48x32 TA Pro V Vis crankset. I have the pedal washers, but I'm missing one dustcap. The chainrings were bought new from Bicycle Specialties, so they're modern, but the crank was NOS so it is probably older. English pedal threads. In interest of full disclosure, there was a slight wobble of the chainring when viewed from the top, but this might be user installation error. They polish up very nicely using Simichrome. One of the decals is slightly offset, but you might be able to fix it with a hair dryer. $150 I also have a spare 48t chainring, with extra holes for a chainring guard, I think. $35 http://www.flickr.com/photos/87558...@n00/4690815576/ 116 mm SKF bottom bracket from Jan Heine. Goes perfectly with the TA crankset. Used about 1.5k miles, like new. $75 http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4004/4690181291_cc83290e50_b.jpg 116 mm Velo Orange bottom bracket. I bought this but never used it, since I went with the SKF instead. $30 I'll make a deal if you want more than one thing. Offers are welcome, and please let me know if you have any questions. Thanks, Michael Scholten DC -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Your Favorite Handlebar Bag
I'm not sure I know what you're saying, Gino, but I never bother fastening the main lid. Wind and gravity hold it down. I've only fastened it when carrying the bike on a car or bus rack. I agree they are both excellent bags! Ryan On Jun 10, 2010, at 10:33 PM, Gino Zahnd ginoza...@gmail.com wrote: I found the inner opening more difficult - having to fish it through the decaleur to open and/or close took more attention that reaching over the Inujirushi, for me. They're both super nice bags though, and both beautiful. What did you find harder to use about the Berthouds? I replaced my Inujirushi with a Berthoud for the easier access! My Inujirushi opened the wrong way (away from me when riding). Ryan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: FS: TA Cranks, SKF BB, spare chainring
Hi Michael I'll take the TA Pro vis for $150.00. You can contact me at bm...@sbcglobal.net Thanks Bruce On Jun 11, 6:25 am, Michael S michael.schol...@gmail.com wrote: Hi all, I realized I don't like narrow tread on my cranks, so my TA Pro V Vis crankset is for sale. Prices are shipped to CONUS, offers are welcomed. 175 mm 48x32 TA Pro V Vis crankset. I have the pedal washers, but I'm missing one dustcap. The chainrings were bought new from Bicycle Specialties, so they're modern, but the crank was NOS so it is probably older. English pedal threads. In interest of full disclosure, there was a slight wobble of the chainring when viewed from the top, but this might be user installation error. They polish up very nicely using Simichrome. One of the decals is slightly offset, but you might be able to fix it with a hair dryer. $150 I also have a spare 48t chainring, with extra holes for a chainring guard, I think. $35 http://www.flickr.com/photos/87558...@n00/4690815576/ 116 mm SKF bottom bracket from Jan Heine. Goes perfectly with the TA crankset. Used about 1.5k miles, like new. $75 http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4004/4690181291_cc83290e50_b.jpg 116 mm Velo Orange bottom bracket. I bought this but never used it, since I went with the SKF instead. $30 I'll make a deal if you want more than one thing. Offers are welcome, and please let me know if you have any questions. Thanks, Michael Scholten DC -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Your Favorite Handlebar Bag
I have to fasten bags and lids - riding off road in northern CA is rough going. So if it ain't strapped, it goes airborne. :-) -g On Fri, Jun 11, 2010 at 7:26 AM, rswat...@me.com wrote: I'm not sure I know what you're saying, Gino, but I never bother fastening the main lid. Wind and gravity hold it down. I've only fastened it when carrying the bike on a car or bus rack. I agree they are both excellent bags! Ryan On Jun 10, 2010, at 10:33 PM, Gino Zahnd ginoza...@gmail.com wrote: I found the inner opening more difficult - having to fish it through the decaleur to open and/or close took more attention that reaching over the Inujirushi, for me. They're both super nice bags though, and both beautiful. What did you find harder to use about the Berthouds? I replaced my Inujirushi with a Berthoud for the easier access! My Inujirushi opened the wrong way (away from me when riding). Ryan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Hub shiners are the new tire wipers
http://www.rivbike.com/products/show/hub-shiners/18-331 Gino 'tire wipers were the new low trail' Z -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Hub shiners are the new tire wipers
When I was a boy in India, it was common to see hub shiners made from brightly colored, stiff bristles, like a bottle brush that you looped about the hub. Personally, I can't see the advantage of a dirty shiner over a dirty hub. On Fri, Jun 11, 2010 at 9:42 AM, Gino Zahnd ginoza...@gmail.com wrote: http://www.rivbike.com/products/show/hub-shiners/18-331 Gino 'tire wipers were the new low trail' Z -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.comrbw-owners-bunch%2bunsubscr...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- Patrick Moore Albuquerque, NM For professional resumes, contact Patrick Moore, ACRW at resumespecialt...@gmail.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Hub shiners are the new tire wipers
On Fri, Jun 11, 2010 at 11:42 AM, Gino Zahnd ginoza...@gmail.com wrote: http://www.rivbike.com/products/show/hub-shiners/18-331 Gino 'tire wipers were the new low trail' Z Gino, Since you work on the riv website - do you think you could add a feature for us? How about a items changed in the last N days sub-page? so I can see that someone added an editorial comment about some random bike 2 days ago w/o having to look at every single page that I might potentially find interesting. Or maybe even a page that just lists all things which are 'new' or 'back in stock'? Thanks! -sv -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Hub shiners are the new tire wipers
When I bought an old 3 speed in new england, it had thick rope tied around the front and rear hub. Kept them shiny! Esteban San Diego, Calif. On Jun 11, 9:19 am, Seth Vidal skvi...@gmail.com wrote: On Fri, Jun 11, 2010 at 11:42 AM, Gino Zahnd ginoza...@gmail.com wrote: http://www.rivbike.com/products/show/hub-shiners/18-331 Gino 'tire wipers were the new low trail' Z Gino, Since you work on the riv website - do you think you could add a feature for us? How about a items changed in the last N days sub-page? so I can see that someone added an editorial comment about some random bike 2 days ago w/o having to look at every single page that I might potentially find interesting. Or maybe even a page that just lists all things which are 'new' or 'back in stock'? Thanks! -sv -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Time to replace the Quickbeam Chain Again; Did I make a $16 mistake?
6, 7, 8, 9, 10...it's all good for single speed/ fixed gear...IMO. The cheapest one that matches cog/ring width. I've found the heavy BMX chains to be slightly noisier that the rest and don't really last any longer. Best, Clyde Canter. On Wed, Jun 9, 2010 at 10:22 PM, Bill Gibson bill.bgib...@gmail.com wrote: Thanks everyone, and if you have more thoughts send them in. I enjoy learning and mulling over the simple stuff. I've decided to exchange my odd, heavy purchase for a plainish 3/32 chain, as I've kept the KMC Koolchain an as-purchased condition and that's what an LBS can do that the intertube bike shops can't as well. 3/32 is what White Industries recommends, so that's OK with me. I did learn something I didn't know about this odd chain: it's got function and style I don't deserve. I guess I'm not really Kool, sorry. Maybe someday. Again, the great modern principle of function determining form triumphs. Here is the explanation from my pal Calvin at Park Tool: You bought a cool chain, hip, fresh, like the kids like. You do not need it. You could keep it as well and wear it from your pant's belt loops, or around your neck. Chains fail at the rivet connection, and wear at the rivets inside the plates. But ALSO at the side plates. What? Yes, when you grind down public property, like rails and ramps, you ride literally on the chain, and hence the heavy side plates. Having heavy plates gets you more life out of the chain as you enjoy the great outdoors and grind away. See, kool kool kool, no? And I don't deserve this chain. And I learned something new about cycling. I guess it's cycling...See a pic at the link: http://www.flickr.com/photos/59585...@n00/4686470793/?eOrig=4686456767 On Wed, Jun 9, 2010 at 12:14 PM, Dan Abelson d...@abelsons.net wrote: On Tue, Jun 8, 2010 at 11:30 PM, Bill Gibson bill.bgib...@gmail.comwrote: Ok, I am cross-posting this to get some advice...So, I needed a chain for the Quickbeam. Local bike shop offered a 9-speed 3/32 chain. I thought, hey, it's a singlespeed, sort of. I use a White Industries Enos Dos I got on ebay, so why not use a bigger, more durable chain. A BMX chain. The mech offers a KMC Koolchain 1/8, which is asymmetrical. There's an inside and an outside. Hmm. And I am looking at it at home, and hefting it (chains always seem heavier than expected off the bike). So, I realize, it's a little heavier than a wimpy derailleur chain, but is it unnecessarily so? I mean, it's the bushings I want to wear longer, not the side plates... And bicycles are supposed to be, to my mind, just hefty enough, and no more, thank you. I think I have to exchange this chain for another...What say ye wise and geeky experts? Remember, it was $16. And I want to support my LBS in this land of the big box store. Exchange, or just wear it out? I have a DOS freewheel on my Quickbeam and I beleive it requires at least an 8 speed chain (I use a 9 speed). See http://www.whiteind.com/singlespeedgearing/freewheels.html Dan Abelson -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.comrbw-owners-bunch%2bunsubscr...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- Bill Gibson Tempe, Arizona, USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.comrbw-owners-bunch%2bunsubscr...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: The Bleriot Build...
Thanks folks... Yes, it's a 59. I am 5ft 9in when standing without my wife nearby, 5ft 10.5in when she's around [I have a tendency to give-in to the 'life-long-drummers'/5-years-on-a-bike-cyclist/years-of-being- overweight slump' my spine enjoys, that is until my wife is nearby... and she makes me stand up straight by jabbing me in my ribcage]. I am curious about the Hetres, and plan to try them sometime soon. Hopefully today I'll get some additional parts installed and post more photos... -Scott On Jun 11, 5:46 am, JoelMatthews joelmatth...@mac.com wrote: I guess I did not realize you were so tall (of course I have only seen you in flickr photos on my computer screen. That looks to be a 59, correct? Anyway, it is shaping up fine. Nice SON up front, King in the back, Velocitys. You will really be able to put some miles on that bike. Give Hetres a try some time. On Jun 11, 12:48 am, S.Cutshall clotht...@gmail.com wrote: ...has -finally- begun. http://www.flickr.com/photos/30264...@n00/sets/72157624125215767/ Very excited to get this bike up running on the road. -Scott -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Time to replace the Quickbeam Chain Again; Did I make a $16 mistake?
In Vt., we do lots of hills, my commute for example has two separate mile plus climbs and descents with 7-10% grades - in each direction. So I get plenty of opportunity to launch myself along in a 48/12. Smaller cogs like a 12 will hit each tooth much more often than the larger cogs. When I'm running the 48/12 I will be turning it over 4 time per pedal revolution whereas when I'm in a 34/24 it's only 1.4 times, and there are twice as many teeth to hit on each evolution. At least that's why I believe I always wear out the smaller cogs first. I wish it weren't so. I think of chains and cables as general wear items and like to start each season with new brake cables and a new or at least newish chain. Michael On Jun 9, 10:50 am, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote: On Wed, 2010-06-09 at 07:34 -0700, MichaelH wrote: I clean the chain every couple of hundred miles, or sooner if I've gone through wet mud. I ride 10 miles of dirt roads almost every day, so even with fenders, my chains get dirty. I use the Park tool on my chains and find that I got about 1500 miles out of Shimano chains, so I consider 2500 - 3000 miles pretty good. Most mechanics, and all mfg. recommend chains be replaced at about 1500 miles. I don't often ride with a bike computer and don't keep any mileage log, but I know that I do about 3500 miles commuting each season, and have never pushed a chain longer than that. A worn chain will wear out the cogs much faster, and I find that if I push a chain too far, it will damage the 12 tooth cog enough to cause skipping. I also use two sets of wheels, so am using multiple cassettes and that might make a difference too. I think the dirt roads are the key here. I'm amazed that you wear out a 12T sprocket. I find 12s to be nearly useless except on tandems and if you have a 44T big ring -- and even there, you're in the top gear so infrequently a 12 tooth sprocket could be transferred from cassette to cassette a half dozen times or more without showing significant wear. For me, it's the ones in the middle of the block that get the wear. Recommending a chain replacement at 1500 miles irrespective of wear might be fine if you are in the business of selling chains, but unless that chain is actually worn it's just wasteful. If it is worn, of course replacement is in order. Chains are much less expensive than cassettes. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Time to replace the Quickbeam Chain Again; Did I make a $16 mistake?
On Fri, 2010-06-11 at 13:08 -0700, MichaelH wrote: In Vt., we do lots of hills, my commute for example has two separate mile plus climbs and descents with 7-10% grades - in each direction. So I get plenty of opportunity to launch myself along in a 48/12. Smaller cogs like a 12 will hit each tooth much more often than the larger cogs. When I'm running the 48/12 I will be turning it over 4 time per pedal revolution whereas when I'm in a 34/24 it's only 1.4 times, and there are twice as many teeth to hit on each evolution. At least that's why I believe I always wear out the smaller cogs first. I wish it weren't so. It's true that smaller sprockets wear faster than larger ones, all else being equal, for just the reason you cite. However, even counting those 7-10% descents, I'd be surprised if you were in the 48x12 long enough to create significant wear -- after all, even if you spin like crazy, how long before you spin out and start coasting? Not long, I'd imagine. And obviously, you don't use that 48x12 on the flats. So for most of us, the 12 doesn't get a whole lot of use -- that is, unless you're doing a lot of riding in the middle ring/smallest sprocket combination. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: SF/Marin Fixedgear/SS ride July 10, 2010
Hey Bill I'm willing to join with you guys at embarcadero. Sounds like fun On Jun 11, 12:31 am, PATRICK MOORE bertin...@gmail.com wrote: I figured it out; one of the cards was frozen and some fiddling using Disk Utilities seems to have fixed it. Thanks. On Thu, Jun 10, 2010 at 11:48 PM, PATRICK MOORE bertin...@gmail.com wrote: Change of pace: was it you who sold me or traded that nice little Canon SD 300? If so, can you tell me how to erase files on the memory cards? On all my other (much inferior) cameras, erasing memory via the computer works. With the Canon, I erase the files when displayed on the computer, but the cards still read occupied, and, in one case, full. I am generally familiar with the Canon's controls but can't find any setting or choice or menu that has delete. Thanks. On Thu, Jun 10, 2010 at 11:32 PM, RonLau ron...@ronlau.com wrote: Patrick, I think your lung will leave us in the dust, but the turns around here will slow you down so I can catch you. Most turns is not by design but developed via horse trail for trees, so they can be very tricky. Mt. Hamilton is the best example that I know. Ron On Jun 10, 5:55 pm, PATRICK MOORE bertin...@gmail.com wrote: Thanks very much, Ron, I'd love to see the photos; roads, rides and don't forget the bikes. My mile-high lungs would leave you all in my dust; maybe. Or maybe not. Anyway, it sounds wonderful and I wish I could ride it. On Thu, Jun 10, 2010 at 6:51 PM, RonLau ron...@ronlau.com wrote: Patrick, If you ever come out this way, I will go with you and you can have a first hand experience with Paradise Loop. There are few climbs, nothing too bad and tons of rollers. Since you are fixedgear rider, you will be able to kick those roadies behind on those rollers. Will take some pictures for you. Ron -- Patrick Moore Albuquerque, NM For professional resumes, contact Patrick Moore, ACRW at resumespecialt...@gmail.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.comrbw-owners-bunch%2Bunsubscrib e...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- Patrick Moore Albuquerque, NM For professional resumes, contact Patrick Moore, ACRW at resumespecialt...@gmail.com -- Patrick Moore Albuquerque, NM For professional resumes, contact Patrick Moore, ACRW at resumespecialt...@gmail.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Flying Wheels
Anyone else doing Flying Wheels tomorrow? http://cascade.org/EandR/flying/FW_Details.cfm Russ Harper and I will be riding the 65-mile course. I'll be on my butterscotch Saluki with eggplant bar wrap. Supposed to be glorious weather tomorrow! If I finish it'll be my longest ride yet in my bicycle come-back. :) If you see me, say hello! Rob in Seattle -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Since we're talking about rides tomorrow..
I'll be taking Louise, my Rambouillet, from Prattville to Selma and back. Our destination is the Edmund Pettus Bridge, significant in 1960s civil rights history and the site of an annual observance of those earlier events. We'll catch brunch at the well known Downtowner Restaurant. Other bikes expected include a Bilenky, but RBWs are rare in these parts. On Memorial Day, we toured north to a Civil War vets cemetery. There is a lot of history almost anywhere you live. All it takes is getting out and riding to see it. If I ride from home, it's 94 miles, if I drive to the start point, 76. I'll see how I feel about it in the morning.. It goes without saying that anyone within the sound of my voice is welcome to join us...let me know if you need directions to the start. :) Tailwinds and enjoy your weekend, on your SalHomerRamHillBombaHunqaGloriWilburFoyGomezAllLowLanticQuickStandard bikes! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Since we're talking about rides tomorrow..
off to ride the Three Prairies 200km Permanent, which I apparently have not ridden since Feb 2009... http://lynnerides.blogspot.com/2009/02/forecast-temps-in-30s.html Hmm. Reviewing the archives shows that I have never ridden it in nice weather. Tomorrow could be a first (low 60, high 80, sun) Sadly, not on the Riv - the rear wheel needs replacing; I'm not committing to that kind of mileage with a possible rim blowout. http://lynnerides.blogspot.com/2010/06/frack.html Lynne F On Jun 11, 6:32 pm, Bruce fullylug...@yahoo.com wrote: I'll be taking Louise, my Rambouillet, from Prattville to Selma and back. Our destination is the Edmund Pettus Bridge, significant in 1960s civil rights history and the site of an annual observance of those earlier events. We'll catch brunch at the well known Downtowner Restaurant. Other bikes expected include a Bilenky, but RBWs are rare in these parts. On Memorial Day, we toured north to a Civil War vets cemetery. There is a lot of history almost anywhere you live. All it takes is getting out and riding to see it. If I ride from home, it's 94 miles, if I drive to the start point, 76. I'll see how I feel about it in the morning.. It goes without saying that anyone within the sound of my voice is welcome to join us...let me know if you need directions to the start. :) Tailwinds and enjoy your weekend, on your SalHomerRamHillBombaHunqaGloriWilburFoyGomezAllLowLanticQuickStandard bikes! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
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://lynnerides.blogspot.com/2009/02/forecast-temps-in-30s.html Hmm. Reviewing the archives shows that I have never ridden it in nice weather. Tomorrow could be a first (low 60, high 80, sun) Sadly, not on the Riv - the rear wheel needs replacing; I'm not committing to that kind of mileage with a possible rim blowout. http://lynnerides.blogspot.com/2010/06/frack.html Lynne F On Jun 11, 6:32 pm, Bruce fullylug...@yahoo.com wrote: I'll be taking Louise, my Rambouillet, from Prattville to Selma and back. Our destination is the Edmund Pettus Bridge, significant in 1960s civil rights history and the site of an annual observance of those earlier events. We'll catch brunch at the well known Downtowner Restaurant. Other bikes expected include a Bilenky, but RBWs are rare in these parts. On Memorial Day, we toured north to a Civil War vets cemetery. There is a lot of history almost anywhere you live. All it takes is getting out and riding to see it. If I ride from home, it's 94 miles, if I drive to the start point, 76. I'll see how I feel about it in the morning.. It goes without saying that anyone within the sound of my voice is welcome to join us...let me know if you need directions to the start. :) Tailwinds and enjoy your weekend, on your SalHomerRamHillBombaHunqaGloriWilburFoyGomezAllLowLanticQuickStandard bikes! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: SF/Marin Fixedgear/SS ride July 10, 2010
Since we're still a month out and my life is rarely so organized that I know where I'll be by then, I'll figure on making more concrete plans a little closer to the day. Sounds like fun, though, as long as the wind isn't blowing like it has in Stockton the last couple of days (sustained winds between 17 and 22 MPH with gusts as high as 34 today - I'd rather ride hills any day). Bill On Jun 11, 4:38 pm, manueljohnacosta manueljohnaco...@hotmail.com wrote: Hey Bill I'm willing to join with you guys at embarcadero. Sounds like fun On Jun 11, 12:31 am, PATRICK MOORE bertin...@gmail.com wrote: I figured it out; one of the cards was frozen and some fiddling using Disk Utilities seems to have fixed it. Thanks. On Thu, Jun 10, 2010 at 11:48 PM, PATRICK MOORE bertin...@gmail.com wrote: Change of pace: was it you who sold me or traded that nice little Canon SD 300? If so, can you tell me how to erase files on the memory cards? On all my other (much inferior) cameras, erasing memory via the computer works. With the Canon, I erase the files when displayed on the computer, but the cards still read occupied, and, in one case, full. I am generally familiar with the Canon's controls but can't find any setting or choice or menu that has delete. Thanks. On Thu, Jun 10, 2010 at 11:32 PM, RonLau ron...@ronlau.com wrote: Patrick, I think your lung will leave us in the dust, but the turns around here will slow you down so I can catch you. Most turns is not by design but developed via horse trail for trees, so they can be very tricky. Mt. Hamilton is the best example that I know. Ron On Jun 10, 5:55 pm, PATRICK MOORE bertin...@gmail.com wrote: Thanks very much, Ron, I'd love to see the photos; roads, rides and don't forget the bikes. My mile-high lungs would leave you all in my dust; maybe. Or maybe not. Anyway, it sounds wonderful and I wish I could ride it. On Thu, Jun 10, 2010 at 6:51 PM, RonLau ron...@ronlau.com wrote: Patrick, If you ever come out this way, I will go with you and you can have a first hand experience with Paradise Loop. There are few climbs, nothing too bad and tons of rollers. Since you are fixedgear rider, you will be able to kick those roadies behind on those rollers. Will take some pictures for you. Ron -- Patrick Moore Albuquerque, NM For professional resumes, contact Patrick Moore, ACRW at resumespecialt...@gmail.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.comrbw-owners-bunch%2Bunsubscrib e...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- Patrick Moore Albuquerque, NM For professional resumes, contact Patrick Moore, ACRW at resumespecialt...@gmail.com -- Patrick Moore Albuquerque, NM For professional resumes, contact Patrick Moore, ACRW at resumespecialt...@gmail.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] FS Misc. Parts
Selling a few brand new parts -Shimano Dura Ace 8 speed Bar end shifters, new in box $60 shipped -Shimano 11-28 8 speed XT m737 cassette, brand new, nice 250 gram cassette $40 shipped -Brooks Honey B17 titanium saddle, brand new in box. Never installed but copper rivets have tarnished a little bit $175 shipped -TA Specialites Cyclotouriste Pro Vis Crank Arms 175mm NOS $175 shipped, have a 44 and 27 chainring also Have pics if needed -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Since we're talking about rides tomorrow..
I'm sure you'll finish, so, congratulations Ralph! On Jun 11, 7:27 pm, Ralph Rognstad Jr. rognsta...@sbcglobal.net wrote: 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://lynnerides.blogspot.com/2009/02/forecast-temps-in-30s.html Hmm. Reviewing the archives shows that I have never ridden it in nice weather. Tomorrow could be a first (low 60, high 80, sun) Sadly, not on the Riv - the rear wheel needs replacing; I'm not committing to that kind of mileage with a possible rim blowout. http://lynnerides.blogspot.com/2010/06/frack.html Lynne F On Jun 11, 6:32 pm, Bruce fullylug...@yahoo.com wrote: I'll be taking Louise, my Rambouillet, from Prattville to Selma and back. Our destination is the Edmund Pettus Bridge, significant in 1960s civil rights history and the site of an annual observance of those earlier events. We'll catch brunch at the well known Downtowner Restaurant. Other bikes expected include a Bilenky, but RBWs are rare in these parts. On Memorial Day, we toured north to a Civil War vets cemetery. There is a lot of history almost anywhere you live. All it takes is getting out and riding to see it. If I ride from home, it's 94 miles, if I drive to the start point, 76. I'll see how I feel about it in the morning.. It goes without saying that anyone within the sound of my voice is welcome to join us...let me know if you need directions to the start. :) Tailwinds and enjoy your weekend, on your SalHomerRamHillBombaHunqaGloriWilburFoyGomezAllLowLanticQuickStandard bikes! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: FS Misc. Parts
Bar end shifters sold On Jun 11, 7:49 pm, Andrew andrewkib...@gmail.com wrote: Selling a few brand new parts -Shimano Dura Ace 8 speed Bar end shifters, new in box $60 shipped -Shimano 11-28 8 speed XT m737 cassette, brand new, nice 250 gram cassette $40 shipped -Brooks Honey B17 titanium saddle, brand new in box. Never installed but copper rivets have tarnished a little bit $175 shipped -TA Specialites Cyclotouriste Pro Vis Crank Arms 175mm NOS $175 shipped, have a 44 and 27 chainring also Have pics if needed -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: New-to-me Quickbeam frame/fork pics
Just beautiful! Rob in Seattle On Jun 10, 2010, at 6:21 AM, Lee wrote: Hi all. I just wanted to follow-up with pics of my finished Quickbeam. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
