[RBW] Re: On-bike tools: what is your choice or favorite?

2014-04-29 Thread Lynne Fitz
Topeak Rachet Rocket, the chain tool attachment, 8/10mm box wrenches.

On Monday, April 28, 2014 6:28:55 PM UTC-7, Joan wrote:

 I'm in the market for a new multi-tool for on-bike repairs and 
 adjustments.  I don't think I need all of the 26 or 27 items I currently 
 carry.  The ones I've used most have been the allen wrenches in various 
 sizes up to 8, the chain tool, the 10mm box wrench (I think 10, it's 
 whatever size adjusts the nuts on fenders), and very occasionally the flat 
 screwdriver.  The chain tool is a definite keeper, I've used it a number of 
 times to help friends (and once for myself). 

 I thought there was a discussion a few months ago about on-bike tools, but 
 a search of the archives didn't turn up anything.
 Thanks!
 Joan 



  PS -I also carry a couple of zip ties, duct tape wrapped around a piece 
 of cardboard (has seen various uses including to keep bandages on), couple 
 of cut-up segments of old tires and plastic tire levers/patch kit/tube.  On 
 a tour, a few other bits and pieces in case of missing bolts, broken chain. 


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Re: [RBW] Re: On-bike tools: what is your choice or favorite?

2014-04-29 Thread cyclotourist
I have a full set of hex tools. 2.5-6mm. I prefer the full sized ones to a
multi tool. I pull them off the ring and carry them wrapped up. Those plus
a chain tool. Probably should have a small screwdriver as well, but so far
I don't.


Cheers,
David

it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. - Seth Vidal





On Mon, Apr 28, 2014 at 11:17 PM, Lynne Fitz fitzb...@comcast.net wrote:

 Topeak Rachet Rocket, the chain tool attachment, 8/10mm box wrenches.


 On Monday, April 28, 2014 6:28:55 PM UTC-7, Joan wrote:

 I'm in the market for a new multi-tool for on-bike repairs and
 adjustments.  I don't think I need all of the 26 or 27 items I currently
 carry.  The ones I've used most have been the allen wrenches in various
 sizes up to 8, the chain tool, the 10mm box wrench (I think 10, it's
 whatever size adjusts the nuts on fenders), and very occasionally the flat
 screwdriver.  The chain tool is a definite keeper, I've used it a number of
 times to help friends (and once for myself).

 I thought there was a discussion a few months ago about on-bike tools,
 but a search of the archives didn't turn up anything.
 Thanks!
 Joan



  PS -I also carry a couple of zip ties, duct tape wrapped around a piece
 of cardboard (has seen various uses including to keep bandages on), couple
 of cut-up segments of old tires and plastic tire levers/patch kit/tube.  On
 a tour, a few other bits and pieces in case of missing bolts, broken chain.

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Re: [RBW] Re: Geometry, climbing, what's going on?

2014-04-29 Thread John Philip
I have the long one but I expect I'm much larger than you. (My Atlantis is 
a 68) I should have also mentioned that after trying the bar I changed very 
quickly to a longer stem with slightly less rise.  I also seem to use a bit 
less front tire pressure with this bar but that varies considerably with 
snow conditions. In addition I have often decreased pressure in advance of 
tricky downhill sections to try to help with front wheel grip. If I get my 
weight back as much as I otherwise might.. I'm eating snow pretty quickly 
..but of course my skills are pretty lame when it comes to any technical 
riding. It's a good thing snow is mostly soft.

On Monday, April 28, 2014 11:01:29 PM UTC-4, Anne Paulson wrote:

 Have you got the long Jones loop, or the shorter one? When I was 
 testriding, I tried the longer one, but didn't like it. The short one, 
 OTOH, is excellent. So far, the bar-end position is working for me on 
 descents, though maybe I just don't go down slippery descents. Usually I'm 
 trying to get my weight back, not forward, on descents.


 On Mon, Apr 28, 2014 at 7:15 PM, John Philip japhil...@gmail.comjavascript:
  wrote:

 My experience with the Jones Loop Bar is quite similar.  I changed to the 
 Loop Bar on my 9:ZERO:7 snow bike this winter and it quickly became clear 
 that pegging my grip at the bar ends wasn't going to work. That position 
 resulted in little front end control climbing but also a distinct lack of 
  front wheel grip on slippery descents .  Choking up-- really using the 
 entire bar-- made a huge difference.  I'm seldom on the ends unless i'm 
 just cruising along on the flat and that's on well consolidated snow. I've 
 yet to try them in the dirt but I'll give them and the 3.8 Knards a try 
 soon. Over all I'm quite impressed with the bar.


 On Monday, April 28, 2014 9:20:46 PM UTC-4, Anne Paulson wrote:

 I bought the Krampus frame and had it build up, so I don't know anything 
 about the stock build. But the Jones bars have a lot of advantages. For 
 downhill, I like the wide bar-end position. I also like the wide position 
 for just boppin' along. If I want to move a little forward, I can just 
 choke up the bar ends, moving my hands about three inches in and forward, 
 and still have access to the brake levers. And if I want to move more 
 forward, I stick my thumbs inside the loop and grab. Definitely a lot of 
 hand positions.

 Plus, having the loop part works well for strapping things onto the bars 
 for camping.


 On Mon, Apr 28, 2014 at 6:15 PM, Nils Eng ni...@silvercca.org wrote:

 That makes sense to me-- you're moving weight forward.  I'm super 
 curious about that Jones bars.  Would you mind giving some of your 
 impressions?  I'm especially curious about how they feel compared to the 
 monster whammy bar that came with it.  Hope your tweaks continue to work!


 On Friday, April 25, 2014 9:27:22 PM UTC-6, Anne Paulson wrote:

  
 I'm a big fan of low, low gears. I have them on both my Atlantises; my 
 Roadeo has pretty low gears too considering I never carry much on it. 
 People always say to me, I don't want lower gears because then I 
 couldn't 
 balance. I never understood that. I don't have a bit of problem riding 
 at 
 2.5 mph for long periods of time when I'm climbing something ridiculously 
 steep on one of my Rivendell bikes.

 But now I understand. I thought when I bought my new Surly Krampus 
 mountain bike I'd be able to climb even steeper dirt roads than I now can 
 climb on my Atlanti. I thought, I have an absurdly low gear on the 
 Krampus 
 (15.6 inches, something like that), I have all the traction in the world, 
 I 
 can climb anything.

 But no. I'm finding that I climb *worse* on the Krampus. It's 
 frustrating. There are dirt sections that I have no trouble on with the 
 Atlantis, with smooth tires, that I can't climb on the Krampus with the 
 knobbies.

 What's going on here? Front-end geometry? Wheel weight? Bottom bracket 
 height? I'm beginning to think I should have bought the Surly ECR (like 
 several people recommended) instead of the Krampus. Or maybe I just need 
 to 
 learn how to climb on this new bike.

 On the other hand, when I bought the bike I also thought I'd be able 
 to go down steep trails that I'm afraid to descend on the Atlantis, and 
 that has proved to be true. My husband took one look at my new bike and 
 said, Wow, you have better traction on that than you have on foot. When I 
 apply the brakes on a steep downhill, the bike *slows down* instead of 
 skidding.

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Re: [RBW] Re: On-bike tools: what is your choice or favorite?

2014-04-29 Thread Ron Mc
here's my tool roll for my load hauler 
 http://shop.lemolobaggage.com/products/bicycle-tool-roll IMO, the best one 
made anywhere, with slots for allens, open-end wrenches, valve core puller, 
tire irons, etc.  .  
Anyone with 14mm crank bolts and wants the totally completely tool set, 
this guy has the VAR peanut butter wrench, though I had to contact him 
through e-mail to buy one 
 
http://www.melpintoimports.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=31_35products_id=53

On my go-fast bike, I have the (discontinued) Acorn tubular bag with all my 
roadside needs.  My personal sundries and Pro Minitool are in a Randi Jo 
Bartender bag.  https://www.randijofab.com/?wpsc_product_category=bags 
which will also fit a Deviant Dale's liquid bread...

On Tuesday, April 29, 2014 1:51:19 AM UTC-5, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote:

 I have a full set of hex tools. 2.5-6mm. I prefer the full sized ones to a 
 multi tool. I pull them off the ring and carry them wrapped up. Those plus 
 a chain tool. Probably should have a small screwdriver as well, but so far 
 I don't.


 Cheers,
 David

 it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. - Seth Vidal





 On Mon, Apr 28, 2014 at 11:17 PM, Lynne Fitz fitz...@comcast.netjavascript:
  wrote:

 Topeak Rachet Rocket, the chain tool attachment, 8/10mm box wrenches.


 On Monday, April 28, 2014 6:28:55 PM UTC-7, Joan wrote:

 I'm in the market for a new multi-tool for on-bike repairs and 
 adjustments.  I don't think I need all of the 26 or 27 items I currently 
 carry.  The ones I've used most have been the allen wrenches in various 
 sizes up to 8, the chain tool, the 10mm box wrench (I think 10, it's 
 whatever size adjusts the nuts on fenders), and very occasionally the flat 
 screwdriver.  The chain tool is a definite keeper, I've used it a number of 
 times to help friends (and once for myself). 

 I thought there was a discussion a few months ago about on-bike tools, 
 but a search of the archives didn't turn up anything.
 Thanks!
 Joan 



  PS -I also carry a couple of zip ties, duct tape wrapped around a piece 
 of cardboard (has seen various uses including to keep bandages on), couple 
 of cut-up segments of old tires and plastic tire levers/patch kit/tube.  On 
 a tour, a few other bits and pieces in case of missing bolts, broken chain. 

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Re: [RBW] On-bike tools: what is your choice or favorite?

2014-04-29 Thread Patrick Moore
I like the Park MT 1. No chain tool, but I've needed a chain tool only 2X
that I can remember in 50 years of riding. I've ruined cogs or chainrings
as often!

In addition to the Park tool I carry at least 2 tubes -- containing Stan's
for the Fargo and the Ram, and in addition patch kits for the two customs
that don't have Stan's in the tubes (the Kojaks and, surprisingly, the very
skinny, light, HP 23 mm Pro Race 3s don't get nearly as many flats as the
tires on the two other bikes). And of course tire levers (Quik Stiks where
the tires are loose enough for them), tire boots, saddle cover, a tiny
little pocket knife, and on the 2 night bikes extra AAA batteries for
auxiliary lights.

All the kit, including the small HP Lezyne for the gofast, fits into a
small saddle wedge.

Pumps: HpXs for the Ram and '03 Riv, Lezyne minis for the Fargo and '99
gofast, though I might swap to a full size pump on the last.




On Mon, Apr 28, 2014 at 7:28 PM, Joan Oppel oppel...@verizon.net wrote:

 I'm in the market for a new multi-tool for on-bike repairs and
 adjustments.  I don't think I need all of the 26 or 27 items I currently
 carry.  The ones I've used most have been the allen wrenches in various
 sizes up to 8, the chain tool, the 10mm box wrench (I think 10, it's
 whatever size adjusts the nuts on fenders), and very occasionally the flat
 screwdriver.  The chain tool is a definite keeper, I've used it a number of
 times to help friends (and once for myself).

 I thought there was a discussion a few months ago about on-bike tools, but
 a search of the archives didn't turn up anything.
 Thanks!
 Joan



  PS -I also carry a couple of zip ties, duct tape wrapped around a piece
 of cardboard (has seen various uses including to keep bandages on), couple
 of cut-up segments of old tires and plastic tire levers/patch kit/tube.  On
 a tour, a few other bits and pieces in case of missing bolts, broken chain.

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Re: [RBW] On-bike tools: what is your choice or favorite?

2014-04-29 Thread Patrick Moore
WRT to a chain tool: forgot to say that I use masterlinks on all 4 chains,
which largely removes the danger of chain breaking caused by operator
error. On the 2 X my chain came apart or started knocking the rd cage
plates it was because I'd re-assembled the separated links incorrectly.
With master links there is no danger of such botched reassembly.


On Tue, Apr 29, 2014 at 8:00 AM, Patrick Moore bertin...@gmail.com wrote:

 I like the Park MT 1. No chain tool, but I've needed a chain tool only 2X
 that I can remember in 50 years of riding. I've ruined cogs or chainrings
 as often!

 In addition to the Park tool I carry at least 2 tubes -- containing Stan's
 for the Fargo and the Ram, and in addition patch kits for the two customs
 that don't have Stan's in the tubes (the Kojaks and, surprisingly, the very
 skinny, light, HP 23 mm Pro Race 3s don't get nearly as many flats as the
 tires on the two other bikes). And of course tire levers (Quik Stiks where
 the tires are loose enough for them), tire boots, saddle cover, a tiny
 little pocket knife, and on the 2 night bikes extra AAA batteries for
 auxiliary lights.

 All the kit, including the small HP Lezyne for the gofast, fits into a
 small saddle wedge.

 Pumps: HpXs for the Ram and '03 Riv, Lezyne minis for the Fargo and '99
 gofast, though I might swap to a full size pump on the last.




 On Mon, Apr 28, 2014 at 7:28 PM, Joan Oppel oppel...@verizon.net wrote:

 I'm in the market for a new multi-tool for on-bike repairs and
 adjustments.  I don't think I need all of the 26 or 27 items I currently
 carry.  The ones I've used most have been the allen wrenches in various
 sizes up to 8, the chain tool, the 10mm box wrench (I think 10, it's
 whatever size adjusts the nuts on fenders), and very occasionally the flat
 screwdriver.  The chain tool is a definite keeper, I've used it a number of
 times to help friends (and once for myself).

 I thought there was a discussion a few months ago about on-bike tools,
 but a search of the archives didn't turn up anything.
 Thanks!
 Joan



  PS -I also carry a couple of zip ties, duct tape wrapped around a piece
 of cardboard (has seen various uses including to keep bandages on), couple
 of cut-up segments of old tires and plastic tire levers/patch kit/tube.  On
 a tour, a few other bits and pieces in case of missing bolts, broken chain.

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[RBW] Re: Contemplating 1 x 9 drivetrain

2014-04-29 Thread Deacon Patrick
Drivetrain changes implemented. Successful on all levels: 1) I did all the 
work myself!; 2) the changes accomplished everything I hoped they would. 
Here's the summary of what I did:

-- Change bottom bracket from 107 to 113 to shift chain line outboard and 
provide chain and front derailure clearance for 2.25 rear tire. Check! 
(This is also how Hunqapillars are built by Rivendell now). 
-- Swap 11-32 8-speed cassette for 12-36 9-speed cassette to allow for most 
riding to be done in my middle chainring. Initial tests: Check! Longer 
rides will reveal more.

Thank you all for your help in exploring this! I am excited about these 
changes.

With abandon,
Patrick

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Re: [RBW] On-bike tools: what is your choice or favorite?

2014-04-29 Thread Lee Chae
I just posted a pic of my current set-up on Flickr:

http://tinyurl.com/n7wr3as

I usually also have a few links of spare chain in there but not sure where
I put it at the moment. My kit's been in flux as I've been switching around
bikes lately.

Best,
Lee


On Tue, Apr 29, 2014 at 7:04 AM, Patrick Moore bertin...@gmail.com wrote:

 WRT to a chain tool: forgot to say that I use masterlinks on all 4
chains, which largely removes the danger of chain breaking caused by
operator error. On the 2 X my chain came apart or started knocking the rd
cage plates it was because I'd re-assembled the separated links
incorrectly. With master links there is no danger of such botched
reassembly.


 On Tue, Apr 29, 2014 at 8:00 AM, Patrick Moore bertin...@gmail.com
wrote:

 I like the Park MT 1. No chain tool, but I've needed a chain tool only
2X that I can remember in 50 years of riding. I've ruined cogs or
chainrings as often!

 In addition to the Park tool I carry at least 2 tubes -- containing
Stan's for the Fargo and the Ram, and in addition patch kits for the two
customs that don't have Stan's in the tubes (the Kojaks and, surprisingly,
the very skinny, light, HP 23 mm Pro Race 3s don't get nearly as many flats
as the tires on the two other bikes). And of course tire levers (Quik Stiks
where the tires are loose enough for them), tire boots, saddle cover, a
tiny little pocket knife, and on the 2 night bikes extra AAA batteries for
auxiliary lights.

 All the kit, including the small HP Lezyne for the gofast, fits into a
small saddle wedge.

 Pumps: HpXs for the Ram and '03 Riv, Lezyne minis for the Fargo and '99
gofast, though I might swap to a full size pump on the last.




 On Mon, Apr 28, 2014 at 7:28 PM, Joan Oppel oppel...@verizon.net wrote:

 I'm in the market for a new multi-tool for on-bike repairs and
adjustments.  I don't think I need all of the 26 or 27 items I currently
carry.  The ones I've used most have been the allen wrenches in various
sizes up to 8, the chain tool, the 10mm box wrench (I think 10, it's
whatever size adjusts the nuts on fenders), and very occasionally the flat
screwdriver.  The chain tool is a definite keeper, I've used it a number of
times to help friends (and once for myself).

 I thought there was a discussion a few months ago about on-bike tools,
but a search of the archives didn't turn up anything.
 Thanks!
 Joan



  PS -I also carry a couple of zip ties, duct tape wrapped around a
piece of cardboard (has seen various uses including to keep bandages on),
couple of cut-up segments of old tires and plastic tire levers/patch
kit/tube.  On a tour, a few other bits and pieces in case of missing bolts,
broken chain.

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[RBW] Fenders good or bad for aerodynamics?

2014-04-29 Thread Michael
I am sure that fender functional benefits far outweigh any aero deficits.

But the thought crossed my mind that my front fender probably acts like a 
hood scoop.

Was wondering if anyone knows how bad, if at all fenders effect 
aerodynamics on a bike.

Maybe front fender line matters. For instance, my front fender's front 
end shoots up and away from the tire.
Some bikes have really long front fenders that bend down along the front 
curve of the tire, maybe letting less airflow into the fender vault, for 
lack of a better term.


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[RBW] ISO Nitto 10cm Talux stem.

2014-04-29 Thread hsmitham
Hi All,

As the heading states I'm looking for a 10cm Tallux stem 26.0mm clamp, 
 figured I'd try here first before springing for a new one. 

~Hugh 

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Re: [RBW] Fenders good or bad for aerodynamics?

2014-04-29 Thread Patrick Moore
IIRC -- Steve P, you probably recall -- BQ tested fenders in a wind tunnel
and found they help; and the article pointed out that road racing
motorcycles sport fenders.

I can tell you what slows you down in a strong headwind: very tall, very
fat, very knobby tires! I should install a miniscule fender for'ard of my
fork crown on the Fargo for this purpose.


On Tue, Apr 29, 2014 at 9:46 AM, Michael john11.2...@gmail.com wrote:

 I am sure that fender functional benefits far outweigh any aero deficits.

 But the thought crossed my mind that my front fender probably acts like a
 hood scoop.

 Was wondering if anyone knows how bad, if at all fenders effect
 aerodynamics on a bike.

 Maybe front fender line matters. For instance, my front fender's front
 end shoots up and away from the tire.
 Some bikes have really long front fenders that bend down along the front
 curve of the tire, maybe letting less airflow into the fender vault, for
 lack of a better term.


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Re: [RBW] Re: Geometry, climbing, what's going on?

2014-04-29 Thread Steven Frederick
Couple of suggestions from a mountain biker's perspective.  Try a higher
gear--click up just one.  It sounds counter-intuitive, but the momentum of
the big, heavy wheels and tires will actually roll you along better.  Also,
try moving your hands inward on the bars for stability.  (assuming you have
wide flat mtb-ish bars on there...)


On Sat, Apr 26, 2014 at 5:41 PM, Anne Paulson anne.paul...@gmail.comwrote:

 Just to clarify: this new bike is a ton of fun, and I'm liking it. I love
 the Rohloff hub, I love the way the 3 tires stick to everything and roll
 over anything, I love the way I can go downhill with confidence on trails I
 wouldn't dream of descending on my Atlantis. It's just that I need to work
 on the climbing.


 On Fri, Apr 25, 2014 at 8:27 PM, Anne Paulson anne.paul...@gmail.comwrote:


 I'm a big fan of low, low gears. I have them on both my Atlantises; my
 Roadeo has pretty low gears too considering I never carry much on it.
 People always say to me, I don't want lower gears because then I couldn't
 balance. I never understood that. I don't have a bit of problem riding at
 2.5 mph for long periods of time when I'm climbing something ridiculously
 steep on one of my Rivendell bikes.

 But now I understand. I thought when I bought my new Surly Krampus
 mountain bike I'd be able to climb even steeper dirt roads than I now can
 climb on my Atlanti. I thought, I have an absurdly low gear on the Krampus
 (15.6 inches, something like that), I have all the traction in the world, I
 can climb anything.

 But no. I'm finding that I climb *worse* on the Krampus. It's
 frustrating. There are dirt sections that I have no trouble on with the
 Atlantis, with smooth tires, that I can't climb on the Krampus with the
 knobbies.

 What's going on here? Front-end geometry? Wheel weight? Bottom bracket
 height? I'm beginning to think I should have bought the Surly ECR (like
 several people recommended) instead of the Krampus. Or maybe I just need to
 learn how to climb on this new bike.

 On the other hand, when I bought the bike I also thought I'd be able to
 go down steep trails that I'm afraid to descend on the Atlantis, and that
 has proved to be true. My husband took one look at my new bike and said,
 Wow, you have better traction on that than you have on foot. When I apply
 the brakes on a steep downhill, the bike *slows down* instead of skidding.

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[RBW] Re: On-bike tools: what is your choice or favorite?

2014-04-29 Thread Garth


 I carry enough to cover the bolts I have on the bike . Also,  2 tubes and 
 a repair kit, and my all time favorite the Quick stick for removal. A chain 
 tool .  

 

 The Park MT-1 is  decent tool, but I went thru 3 or 4 of them from REI to 
 find one that the hex ends were properly fitting !  When is 4mm not 4mm ?  
 Seek this tool, and you'll know !   Some of the hex fittings were very 
 sloppy fitting.  


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Re: [RBW] On-bike tools: what is your choice or favorite?

2014-04-29 Thread Bruce Gordon
I thought I would reply to the tool choice thread.
I recently got some of the Fix It Sticks and was quite impressed - and they are 
made in the USA.
www.fixitsticks.com 
I have them in stock  - if you want give me a call
Regards,
Bruce Gordon
www.bgcycles.com
www.brucegordoncycles.blogspot.com
(707) 762-5601

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 I carry enough to cover the bolts I have on the bike . Also,  2 tubes and a 
 repair kit, and my all time favorite the Quick stick for removal. A chain 
 tool .  
  
 The Park MT-1 is  decent tool, but I went thru 3 or 4 of them from REI to 
 find one that the hex ends were properly fitting !  When is 4mm not 4mm ?  
 Seek this tool, and you'll know !   Some of the hex fittings were very sloppy 
 fitting.  
 
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[RBW] Re: On-bike tools: what is your choice or favorite?

2014-04-29 Thread John L
My ringtool http://uncrate.com/stuff/ringtool/ isn't the most useful 
thing in the world (it's too fat and short to get to difficult to reach 
bolts) but I always remember to have it with me, which helps.

On Monday, April 28, 2014 9:28:55 PM UTC-4, Joan wrote:

 I'm in the market for a new multi-tool for on-bike repairs and 
 adjustments.  I don't think I need all of the 26 or 27 items I currently 
 carry.  The ones I've used most have been the allen wrenches in various 
 sizes up to 8, the chain tool, the 10mm box wrench (I think 10, it's 
 whatever size adjusts the nuts on fenders), and very occasionally the flat 
 screwdriver.  The chain tool is a definite keeper, I've used it a number of 
 times to help friends (and once for myself). 

 I thought there was a discussion a few months ago about on-bike tools, but 
 a search of the archives didn't turn up anything.
 Thanks!
 Joan 



  PS -I also carry a couple of zip ties, duct tape wrapped around a piece 
 of cardboard (has seen various uses including to keep bandages on), couple 
 of cut-up segments of old tires and plastic tire levers/patch kit/tube.  On 
 a tour, a few other bits and pieces in case of missing bolts, broken chain. 


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[RBW] Two more builds

2014-04-29 Thread Palmer
Hi Bill,
The double speed is cool. I had a similar set up with a 45/42 chainrings and I 
don't remember in back. What rings/cogs are you running? It is so quiet and 
smooth and I still have a tired/windy day gear if needed. Was on a Miyata I 
just harvested other parts on, will to go on the 82 Trek mid trail bike I have 
been running single.
Cool builds both actually,
Tom Palmer, Twin Lake MI

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[RBW] Interim tour report from a ride on an Atlantis

2014-04-29 Thread Wally
Hi everyone!  I have been riding my Atlantis on a cross country journey. I'm 
about a third of the way through, and I wanted to report on all of the problems 
I have had with this bike and setup.

None.

That is right. No bike issues, with frame (Atlantis), racks (Nitto front and 
rear), components (mostly Shimano XT), saddle (sprung Brooks), panniers 
(Ortlieb), wheels (40 spoke w/Phil Wood hubs), or tires (Schwalbe Marathon).

I have gone about 2,200 miles from Key West, FL to Oklahoma City, OK, and apart 
from putting some lube on the chain after it rained and adding air to the tires 
once, I have done nothing at all to the bike, except ride it.

By purely random chance, the bike also visited what must be a Rivendell country 
home just south of the Red River in East Texas. You can see a photo here: 
https://www.flickr.com/photos/124120280@N02/with/14060809651/

If you are interested in seeing more photos and some commentary on the trip, 
you can go to http://keystoalaska.com. Ultimately I am headed to Homer, Alaska 
on sort of a beginning-of-the-road to end-of-the-road journey.

Wally

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[RBW] Re: FS - Nitto stems, Sugino seatpost

2014-04-29 Thread samwell187
I should mention that the seat post is a 27.0 mm

With that in mind, maybe $100 shipped for everything?

-Sam

On Monday, April 28, 2014 9:12:13 AM UTC-5, samwe...@gmail.com wrote:

 Hi folks,

 I'm selling some stems and a seatpost if you're in need to dial in the fit 
 on a project. PM me for pictures!

 

 Nitto stems - 4 of 'em, $30 apiece+$5 shipping. On the whitetop below the 
 rear rack, that's Nitto Young, 7cm ext. In the other photo from L to R 
 those are: a Dynamic 9 (9 cm ext.), a Pearl (11 cm ext.), and a Technomic 
 Short (11 cm ext.), all in great shape.

 Fluted Sugino seat post - $15 + $5 shipping, came on a Fuji Royale II.

 

 Or how about let's say $120 shipped for all of it? Or make an offer? If 
 you're local, even better.

 Thanks very much,
 Sam McDermott
 Chicago, IL


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[RBW] On-bike tools: what is your choice or favorite?

2014-04-29 Thread 'Hudson Doerge' via RBW Owners Bunch
One thing I've found very useful to carry is a small multi tool like the 
leatherman squirt or the like in addition to a bike multi tool. The pliers are 
really useful for removing tiny thorns or bits of glass from the tire after a 
flat. 

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[RBW] Re: On-bike tools: what is your choice or favorite?

2014-04-29 Thread Daniel D.
Not sure if you wanted something even smaller but I've been happy with this 
one. park ib-3

http://www.parktool.com/product/i-beam-mini-fold-up-with-chain-tool-ib-3

On Monday, April 28, 2014 6:28:55 PM UTC-7, Joan wrote:

 I'm in the market for a new multi-tool for on-bike repairs and 
 adjustments.  I don't think I need all of the 26 or 27 items I currently 
 carry.  The ones I've used most have been the allen wrenches in various 
 sizes up to 8, the chain tool, the 10mm box wrench (I think 10, it's 
 whatever size adjusts the nuts on fenders), and very occasionally the flat 
 screwdriver.  The chain tool is a definite keeper, I've used it a number of 
 times to help friends (and once for myself). 

 I thought there was a discussion a few months ago about on-bike tools, but 
 a search of the archives didn't turn up anything.
 Thanks!
 Joan 



  PS -I also carry a couple of zip ties, duct tape wrapped around a piece 
 of cardboard (has seen various uses including to keep bandages on), couple 
 of cut-up segments of old tires and plastic tire levers/patch kit/tube.  On 
 a tour, a few other bits and pieces in case of missing bolts, broken chain. 


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[RBW] Re: On-bike tools: what is your choice or favorite?

2014-04-29 Thread Cyclofiend Jim
I've actually evolved kinda/sorta the same kit for each bike.  It took a 
while before I figured out the causal link between leaving a specific tool 
in another bike bag and having that particularly part break...

These usually are centered around a multi-tool of some sort - I've got 
Ritchey, Crank Bros., a Park and one other I can't recall across several 
different bikes. I really think most of these are of about the same 
quality. The only thing which matters is they must have a chain tool and 
the appropriate hex sizes - which is really only three if you cover the 
crankset.  Generally, I don't use any wrench bits.  With that, I also have 
a small 8/10 Park wrench for adjusting brakes (or for the oddball bike 
which uses a 9, it has that one).  On fendered bikes, I usually have the 
socket Y-wrench which I bought a few of over the years.  A much faster way 
to adjust SKS style fenders. 

Two tubes.  Two patch kits.  It's a ritual.  A talisman.   Always have 
about 3 inches of chain.  Singlespeed/fixed leaves you no ability to adapt 
to a snapped link.

And this is more for regular rides.  On multi-day outings, I'll add in a 
small headset/pedal wrench pair (the one Park used to make which could be 
mounted under your water bottle) and maybe a BB tool or anything which is 
reasonably esoteric and not otherwise mimicable.  Zip ties x several.  I 
tend to steer away from accessories which have tiny hex nuts or similar 
idiosyncrasies.

I usually have a latex glove pair in there, as well as a small bottle of 
waterless hand cleaner.  

- Jim

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[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Sizing

2014-04-29 Thread Cyclofiend Jim
That's almost exactly my dimesions - my AHH is a 59 and my QB is a 58.

- Jim

On Monday, April 28, 2014 10:14:50 AM UTC-7, Michael Fleischman wrote:

 Good Afternoon,
 I was curious if anyone could help me with sizing me up for a QUickbeam. 
  My PBH is 85.5 and I inseam is 32.  I currently ride a 59cm AHH and it 
 fits me well.  Anyone know what size Quickbeam if need?
 Michael

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[RBW] Re: On-bike tools: what is your choice or favorite?

2014-04-29 Thread Lynne Fitz
Why I don't carry a standard multitool - they are too fat.  Can't ever get 
the business end in and be able to turn it.  Rachets rock.  I can 
disassemble/reassemble my entire bike on a trip with the rachet rocket, two 
8/10mm box end wrenches, and my SS coupler tool/pedal wrench.

On Monday, April 28, 2014 6:28:55 PM UTC-7, Joan wrote:

 I'm in the market for a new multi-tool for on-bike repairs and 
 adjustments.  I don't think I need all of the 26 or 27 items I currently 
 carry.  The ones I've used most have been the allen wrenches in various 
 sizes up to 8, the chain tool, the 10mm box wrench (I think 10, it's 
 whatever size adjusts the nuts on fenders), and very occasionally the flat 
 screwdriver.  The chain tool is a definite keeper, I've used it a number of 
 times to help friends (and once for myself). 

 I thought there was a discussion a few months ago about on-bike tools, but 
 a search of the archives didn't turn up anything.
 Thanks!
 Joan 



  PS -I also carry a couple of zip ties, duct tape wrapped around a piece 
 of cardboard (has seen various uses including to keep bandages on), couple 
 of cut-up segments of old tires and plastic tire levers/patch kit/tube.  On 
 a tour, a few other bits and pieces in case of missing bolts, broken chain. 


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[RBW] Re: On-bike tools: what is your choice or favorite?

2014-04-29 Thread Jon Doyle
Tools in my pouch:
• Mako Ti Bike tool, swapped screwdriver and torx bits for 3 and 4mm 
Allens. The tool uses standard bit drivers. I've used it on axle nuts when 
fixing flats. If I were constantly removing axle nuts, I'd carry a box 
wrench, too.
• Park CT-5 chain tool
• Mini Swiss Army knife, key-sized. On camping/touring trips, a basic 
Leatherman tool.

And: 
• Fiberfix spoke
• adhesive patches
• tube(s)
• a few drops of chain lube
• zip-ties
• piece of Tyvek
• nitrile gloves

Jon
Watertown, MA

On Monday, April 28, 2014 9:28:55 PM UTC-4, Joan wrote:

 I'm in the market for a new multi-tool for on-bike repairs and 
 adjustments.  I don't think I need all of the 26 or 27 items I currently 
 carry.  The ones I've used most have been the allen wrenches in various 
 sizes up to 8, the chain tool, the 10mm box wrench (I think 10, it's 
 whatever size adjusts the nuts on fenders), and very occasionally the flat 
 screwdriver.  The chain tool is a definite keeper, I've used it a number of 
 times to help friends (and once for myself). 

 I thought there was a discussion a few months ago about on-bike tools, but 
 a search of the archives didn't turn up anything.
 Thanks!
 Joan 



  PS -I also carry a couple of zip ties, duct tape wrapped around a piece 
 of cardboard (has seen various uses including to keep bandages on), couple 
 of cut-up segments of old tires and plastic tire levers/patch kit/tube.  On 
 a tour, a few other bits and pieces in case of missing bolts, broken chain. 


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Re: [RBW] Re: On-bike tools: what is your choice or favorite?

2014-04-29 Thread Chris Chen
I have this click bamboo multi tool, which is heavy and handy. TSA folks
seem to like it when I'm flying with it, oh man, this has everything!
(except a knife, apparently).

Fiberfix spoke, park instant adhesive patches, one tube, tyvek, zip ties,
dutch sport tire levers, mini topeak pump, road/mountain/shifter cables
(maybe someone else will need one), one spare sram quick link, nitrile
gloves...

Gee, sounds like Jon Doyle and I are kit twinners.


On Tue, Apr 29, 2014 at 12:48 PM, Jon Doyle jondoyledes...@gmail.comwrote:

 Tools in my pouch:
 • Mako Ti Bike tool, swapped screwdriver and torx bits for 3 and 4mm
 Allens. The tool uses standard bit drivers. I've used it on axle nuts when
 fixing flats. If I were constantly removing axle nuts, I'd carry a box
 wrench, too.
 • Park CT-5 chain tool
 • Mini Swiss Army knife, key-sized. On camping/touring trips, a basic
 Leatherman tool.

 And:
 • Fiberfix spoke
 • adhesive patches
 • tube(s)
 • a few drops of chain lube
 • zip-ties
 • piece of Tyvek
 • nitrile gloves

 Jon
 Watertown, MA

 On Monday, April 28, 2014 9:28:55 PM UTC-4, Joan wrote:

 I'm in the market for a new multi-tool for on-bike repairs and
 adjustments.  I don't think I need all of the 26 or 27 items I currently
 carry.  The ones I've used most have been the allen wrenches in various
 sizes up to 8, the chain tool, the 10mm box wrench (I think 10, it's
 whatever size adjusts the nuts on fenders), and very occasionally the flat
 screwdriver.  The chain tool is a definite keeper, I've used it a number of
 times to help friends (and once for myself).

 I thought there was a discussion a few months ago about on-bike tools,
 but a search of the archives didn't turn up anything.
 Thanks!
 Joan



  PS -I also carry a couple of zip ties, duct tape wrapped around a piece
 of cardboard (has seen various uses including to keep bandages on), couple
 of cut-up segments of old tires and plastic tire levers/patch kit/tube.  On
 a tour, a few other bits and pieces in case of missing bolts, broken chain.

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[RBW] Re: On-bike tools: what is your choice or favorite?

2014-04-29 Thread Kevin Mulcahy

   
   - Ritchey multitool (with chain tool)
   - Topeak mini-pump
   - Pedros tire levers
   - Spare 700c tube
   - Patch kit
   - Security compatible allen wrench - I replaced the bolts on my stem, 
   headset, saddle rails, and saddle with security allen bolts
   - $20


   - *While commuting in the spring and fall I'll also carry a poncho and a 
   pair of splats. 
   

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[RBW] Re: Fold Away Bike Workshop

2014-04-29 Thread Ryan
Like those Murphy beds. Very ingenious
On Monday, April 28, 2014 1:51:01 PM UTC-5, Deacon Patrick wrote: 

 A few folks asked about what my “fold away” bike workshop looks like. 
 Well, it now has the $5 bike work lift installed, so I’m all set to work on 
 drivetrains now (good thing since my new one arrives today via UPS!) Grin. 

 Here is the bike life. Everything else fits in a tool box and goes on a 
 shelf. Works great and cleans up easily. 
 https://www.flickr.com/photos/32311885@N07/14072951803/
  
 With abandon,
 Patrick

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[RBW] Quickbeam Tire and Gearing Recommendations

2014-04-29 Thread Deacon Patrick
I've pulled the trigger on a beautiful silver Quickbeam, so Lord willing and 
the creek don't rise it should be here in a few weeks. I have a few questions 
as I gear up for her arrival...

Knobbie Tire:
Talking with Riv., they suggest I can go with up to a 40mm knobbie and still be 
able to swap rings in front. I'll be on dirt roads and trails mostly, with some 
unavoidable sections of pavement. What do you all recommend? Both size and 
specific tire.

Gearing:
I plan on riding the stock gearing first, but what do you all recommend here 
for essentially a single speed cyclocross setup? Obviously, I'll have to become 
a stronger rider, and have already started that on my rides by not shifting 
down as much. I did well on today's 10 mile ride in 36/21, and my understanding 
is the low ring is 32, so possibly a Surly dingle cog, 17/21? I heard if you 
have even teeth up front you should have even teeth in the back, is that true?

Thanks! The bike therapy continues! 

With abandon,
Patrick

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www.OurHolyConception.org

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[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Tire and Gearing Recommendations

2014-04-29 Thread Shoji Takahashi
Happy almost-new-bike day, Patrick.

RE: Gearing, AASHTA: http://sheldonbrown.com/chain-life.html
TL;DR-- go even/even teeth. But don't worry about it too much, either.

If you're riding fixed, you may want to calculate skid patches. (You're 
riding SS or fixed for the trail?)

Happy riding,
shoji


On Tuesday, April 29, 2014 4:31:19 PM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote:

 I’ve pulled the trigger on a beautiful silver Quickbeam, so Lord willing 
 and the creek don’t rise it should be here in a few weeks. I have a few 
 questions as I gear up for her arrival...

 Knobbie Tire:
 Talking with Riv., they suggest I can go with up to a 40mm knobbie and 
 still be able to swap rings in front. I’ll be on dirt roads and trails 
 mostly, with some unavoidable sections of pavement. What do you all 
 recommend? Both size and specific tire.

 Gearing:
 I plan on riding the stock gearing first, but what do you all recommend 
 here for essentially a single speed cyclocross setup? Obviously, I’ll have 
 to become a stronger rider, and have already started that on my rides by 
 not shifting down as much. I did well on today’s 10 mile ride in 36/21, and 
 my understanding is the low ring is 32, so possibly a Surly dingle cog, 
 17/21? I heard if you have even teeth up front you should have even teeth 
 in the back, is that true?

 Thanks! The bike therapy continues! 

 With abandon,
 Patrick

 *www.MindYourHeadCoop.org http://www.MindYourHeadCoop.org*
 *www.OurHolyConception.org http://www.OurHolyConception.org*
  


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[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Tire and Gearing Recommendations

2014-04-29 Thread Deacon Patrick
Trail: definitely SS. Dirt road, I will likely play with fixed. Dos Enos 
free hubs by White Industries look intriguing.

On Tuesday, April 29, 2014 2:52:43 PM UTC-6, Shoji Takahashi wrote:

 Happy almost-new-bike day, Patrick.

 RE: Gearing, AASHTA: http://sheldonbrown.com/chain-life.html
 TL;DR-- go even/even teeth. But don't worry about it too much, either.

 If you're riding fixed, you may want to calculate skid patches. (You're 
 riding SS or fixed for the trail?)

 Happy riding,
 shoji


 On Tuesday, April 29, 2014 4:31:19 PM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote:

 I’ve pulled the trigger on a beautiful silver Quickbeam, so Lord willing 
 and the creek don’t rise it should be here in a few weeks. I have a few 
 questions as I gear up for her arrival...

 Knobbie Tire:
 Talking with Riv., they suggest I can go with up to a 40mm knobbie and 
 still be able to swap rings in front. I’ll be on dirt roads and trails 
 mostly, with some unavoidable sections of pavement. What do you all 
 recommend? Both size and specific tire.

 Gearing:
 I plan on riding the stock gearing first, but what do you all recommend 
 here for essentially a single speed cyclocross setup? Obviously, I’ll have 
 to become a stronger rider, and have already started that on my rides by 
 not shifting down as much. I did well on today’s 10 mile ride in 36/21, and 
 my understanding is the low ring is 32, so possibly a Surly dingle cog, 
 17/21? I heard if you have even teeth up front you should have even teeth 
 in the back, is that true?

 Thanks! The bike therapy continues! 

 With abandon,
 Patrick

 *www.MindYourHeadCoop.org http://www.MindYourHeadCoop.org*
 *www.OurHolyConception.org http://www.OurHolyConception.org*
  


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Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam Tire and Gearing Recommendations

2014-04-29 Thread Mike Williams
Ive got a QB and Ive never known about the even/ even gearing. Hmmm.   My 
gearing is 38/17 ( good for SF hills) for road and 32/19 fo dirt,  couldnt be 
happier, Im also lucky enough to have skinny-ish rims that allow me to run BG 
RnRs.  Hope this helps Patrick,  youre gonna love it!   -Mike

Sent from my iPhone

 On Apr 29, 2014, at 1:52 PM, Shoji Takahashi shoji.takaha...@gmail.com 
 wrote:
 
 Happy almost-new-bike day, Patrick.
 
 RE: Gearing, AASHTA: http://sheldonbrown.com/chain-life.html
 TL;DR-- go even/even teeth. But don't worry about it too much, either.
 
 If you're riding fixed, you may want to calculate skid patches. (You're 
 riding SS or fixed for the trail?)
 
 Happy riding,
 shoji
 
 
 On Tuesday, April 29, 2014 4:31:19 PM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote:
 I’ve pulled the trigger on a beautiful silver Quickbeam, so Lord willing and 
 the creek don’t rise it should be here in a few weeks. I have a few 
 questions as I gear up for her arrival...
 
 Knobbie Tire:
 Talking with Riv., they suggest I can go with up to a 40mm knobbie and still 
 be able to swap rings in front. I’ll be on dirt roads and trails mostly, 
 with some unavoidable sections of pavement. What do you all recommend? Both 
 size and specific tire.
 
 Gearing:
 I plan on riding the stock gearing first, but what do you all recommend here 
 for essentially a single speed cyclocross setup? Obviously, I’ll have to 
 become a stronger rider, and have already started that on my rides by not 
 shifting down as much. I did well on today’s 10 mile ride in 36/21, and my 
 understanding is the low ring is 32, so possibly a Surly dingle cog, 17/21? 
 I heard if you have even teeth up front you should have even teeth in the 
 back, is that true?
 
 Thanks! The bike therapy continues! 
 
 With abandon,
 Patrick
 
 www.MindYourHeadCoop.org
 www.OurHolyConception.org
 
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[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Tire and Gearing Recommendations

2014-04-29 Thread M D Smith


On Tuesday, April 29, 2014 4:59:07 PM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote:

 Trail: definitely SS. Dirt road, I will likely play with fixed. Dos Enos 
 free hubs by White Industries look intriguing.



To which I reply:

Patrick-  Congrats on the forthcoming new steed!

I am very interested in hearing about your potential experimentation with 
riding fixed, considering your vertiginous condition.  It always takes me a 
minute or two for my legs to make the transition from riding free to fixed 
and I'm curious how it works out for you.  I spent a few years commuting 
exclusively on a fixed Trek.  Whenever I pulled the All 'Rounder (derailer 
bike) it always felt to me like something was dragging or rubbing in the 
drivetrain, slowing it (and me) down until my brain accustomed itself to 
the lack of inertia pulling my feet over the tops of the pedals.

Keep us posted-  (like I have to tell *you* that...)  I'm looking forward 
to seeing some nice shots in the high country!

Cheers- Mike in much less picturesque Htfd, CT

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[RBW] Re: A bike video of a 24 hour ride. Homer played well with others.

2014-04-29 Thread Michael


 Cool video. Thanks for sharing.

 
I am always a little scared to go on Rando events because they say (at 
least on my local Randoclub) you have to have an emergency contact to come 
pick you up in a car in case you get stuck because no one will come to get 
you, SAG-wise from the ride organizers side.
 
But the video makes it look like there are plenty of people around to help 
if you get stuck. 

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[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Tire and Gearing Recommendations

2014-04-29 Thread djbardwil
Congratulations on the new Quickbeam.  

Some folks told me when I bought mine in February that it might become my 
favorite ride and it certainly has become that.  My gearing is for (mostly) 
flat roads with an occasional hill and I settled on a 46t ring and an 18t 
White Industries freewheel equating to 66 gearing.  While that won't cut 
it for your style of riding, the thing to consider is the means of finding 
good gearing.  I used my 24 speed Atlantis and started with the top ring 
(46t) and worked to find the best all around rear cog (18t) and tried a 
ride, no shifting allowed, until I found the best gearing for the use I had 
in mind.  I also have a fixed gear on the flip flop hub at 19t - I tried it 
briefly and it is definitely different.  I put it back to the 18t freewheel 
and there it remains for now.

It is an awesome change of pace - enjoy it!

On Tuesday, April 29, 2014 5:26:07 PM UTC-4, M D Smith wrote:



 On Tuesday, April 29, 2014 4:59:07 PM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote:

 Trail: definitely SS. Dirt road, I will likely play with fixed. Dos Enos 
 free hubs by White Industries look intriguing.



 To which I reply:

 Patrick-  Congrats on the forthcoming new steed!

 I am very interested in hearing about your potential experimentation with 
 riding fixed, considering your vertiginous condition.  It always takes me a 
 minute or two for my legs to make the transition from riding free to fixed 
 and I'm curious how it works out for you.  I spent a few years commuting 
 exclusively on a fixed Trek.  Whenever I pulled the All 'Rounder (derailer 
 bike) it always felt to me like something was dragging or rubbing in the 
 drivetrain, slowing it (and me) down until my brain accustomed itself to 
 the lack of inertia pulling my feet over the tops of the pedals.

 Keep us posted-  (like I have to tell *you* that...)  I'm looking forward 
 to seeing some nice shots in the high country!

 Cheers- Mike in much less picturesque Htfd, CT


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[RBW] need one right gripster pedal

2014-04-29 Thread bo richardson
i realize it is a bad odds thing to need
but the pedal on the right side of the brompton hurts my foot
any other option happily considered
my parts box is fat ish and trades would be nice

thanks bo in bellingham

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Re: [RBW] Re: Geometry, climbing, what's going on?

2014-04-29 Thread Nils Eng
Thank you.

On Monday, April 28, 2014 7:20:46 PM UTC-6, Anne Paulson wrote:

 I bought the Krampus frame and had it build up, so I don't know anything 
 about the stock build. But the Jones bars have a lot of advantages. For 
 downhill, I like the wide bar-end position. I also like the wide position 
 for just boppin' along. If I want to move a little forward, I can just 
 choke up the bar ends, moving my hands about three inches in and forward, 
 and still have access to the brake levers. And if I want to move more 
 forward, I stick my thumbs inside the loop and grab. Definitely a lot of 
 hand positions.

 Plus, having the loop part works well for strapping things onto the bars 
 for camping.


 On Mon, Apr 28, 2014 at 6:15 PM, Nils Eng ni...@silvercca.orgjavascript:
  wrote:

 That makes sense to me-- you're moving weight forward.  I'm super curious 
 about that Jones bars.  Would you mind giving some of your impressions? 
  I'm especially curious about how they feel compared to the monster whammy 
 bar that came with it.  Hope your tweaks continue to work!


 On Friday, April 25, 2014 9:27:22 PM UTC-6, Anne Paulson wrote:

  
 I'm a big fan of low, low gears. I have them on both my Atlantises; my 
 Roadeo has pretty low gears too considering I never carry much on it. 
 People always say to me, I don't want lower gears because then I couldn't 
 balance. I never understood that. I don't have a bit of problem riding at 
 2.5 mph for long periods of time when I'm climbing something ridiculously 
 steep on one of my Rivendell bikes.

 But now I understand. I thought when I bought my new Surly Krampus 
 mountain bike I'd be able to climb even steeper dirt roads than I now can 
 climb on my Atlanti. I thought, I have an absurdly low gear on the Krampus 
 (15.6 inches, something like that), I have all the traction in the world, I 
 can climb anything.

 But no. I'm finding that I climb *worse* on the Krampus. It's 
 frustrating. There are dirt sections that I have no trouble on with the 
 Atlantis, with smooth tires, that I can't climb on the Krampus with the 
 knobbies.

 What's going on here? Front-end geometry? Wheel weight? Bottom bracket 
 height? I'm beginning to think I should have bought the Surly ECR (like 
 several people recommended) instead of the Krampus. Or maybe I just need to 
 learn how to climb on this new bike.

 On the other hand, when I bought the bike I also thought I'd be able to 
 go down steep trails that I'm afraid to descend on the Atlantis, and that 
 has proved to be true. My husband took one look at my new bike and said, 
 Wow, you have better traction on that than you have on foot. When I apply 
 the brakes on a steep downhill, the bike *slows down* instead of skidding.

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[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Tire and Gearing Recommendations

2014-04-29 Thread Deacon Patrick
Thanks, all! I'm excited.

DJ: Your description is exactly the poser ss I tested out today, and it 
went well enough. I may settle on 28/36 front rings with 18/20 rear.  But I 
will tray the default setup first to learn from a baseline.

With abandon,
Patrick

On Tuesday, April 29, 2014 3:43:23 PM UTC-6, djbardwil wrote:

 Congratulations on the new Quickbeam.  

 Some folks told me when I bought mine in February that it might become my 
 favorite ride and it certainly has become that.  My gearing is for (mostly) 
 flat roads with an occasional hill and I settled on a 46t ring and an 18t 
 White Industries freewheel equating to 66 gearing.  While that won't cut 
 it for your style of riding, the thing to consider is the means of finding 
 good gearing.  I used my 24 speed Atlantis and started with the top ring 
 (46t) and worked to find the best all around rear cog (18t) and tried a 
 ride, no shifting allowed, until I found the best gearing for the use I had 
 in mind.  I also have a fixed gear on the flip flop hub at 19t - I tried it 
 briefly and it is definitely different.  I put it back to the 18t freewheel 
 and there it remains for now.

 It is an awesome change of pace - enjoy it!

 On Tuesday, April 29, 2014 5:26:07 PM UTC-4, M D Smith wrote:



 On Tuesday, April 29, 2014 4:59:07 PM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote:

 Trail: definitely SS. Dirt road, I will likely play with fixed. Dos Enos 
 free hubs by White Industries look intriguing.



 To which I reply:

 Patrick-  Congrats on the forthcoming new steed!

 I am very interested in hearing about your potential experimentation with 
 riding fixed, considering your vertiginous condition.  It always takes me a 
 minute or two for my legs to make the transition from riding free to fixed 
 and I'm curious how it works out for you.  I spent a few years commuting 
 exclusively on a fixed Trek.  Whenever I pulled the All 'Rounder (derailer 
 bike) it always felt to me like something was dragging or rubbing in the 
 drivetrain, slowing it (and me) down until my brain accustomed itself to 
 the lack of inertia pulling my feet over the tops of the pedals.

 Keep us posted-  (like I have to tell *you* that...)  I'm looking forward 
 to seeing some nice shots in the high country!

 Cheers- Mike in much less picturesque Htfd, CT



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Re: [RBW] Re: Geometry, climbing, what's going on?

2014-04-29 Thread justinaugust
I've found this to be true as well. A few extra teeth in the back helps rather 
than hurts. I think the greater resistance forces my legs to push harder. 

-J

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Re: [RBW] On-bike tools: what is your choice or favorite?

2014-04-29 Thread Bruce Herbitter
I find room for a spoke wrench and a spare master link too.

On Monday, April 28, 2014, Joan Oppel oppel...@verizon.net wrote:

 I'm in the market for a new multi-tool for on-bike repairs and
 adjustments.  I don't think I need all of the 26 or 27 items I currently
 carry.  The ones I've used most have been the allen wrenches in various
 sizes up to 8, the chain tool, the 10mm box wrench (I think 10, it's
 whatever size adjusts the nuts on fenders), and very occasionally the flat
 screwdriver.  The chain tool is a definite keeper, I've used it a number of
 times to help friends (and once for myself).

 I thought there was a discussion a few months ago about on-bike tools, but
 a search of the archives didn't turn up anything.
 Thanks!
 Joan



  PS -I also carry a couple of zip ties, duct tape wrapped around a piece
 of cardboard (has seen various uses including to keep bandages on), couple
 of cut-up segments of old tires and plastic tire levers/patch kit/tube.  On
 a tour, a few other bits and pieces in case of missing bolts, broken chain.

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[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Sizing

2014-04-29 Thread justinaugust
Email me off list.

Let's talk.

-J

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[RBW] Heart's broken, Hunq headbadge fell off.

2014-04-29 Thread Marc Irwin
Riding down the MTP this afternoon there was an ominous clanketyclank 
clank. I found my Hunqapillar headbadge lying beneath my feet.  What is the 
glue-du-jour for sticking it back on?  I will make whatever sacrifice is 
necessary and spare no expense. I love my Hunqapillar.  

Marc

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[RBW] Re: Heart's broken, Hunq headbadge fell off.

2014-04-29 Thread Deacon Patrick
Och! Brutal. No idea what the Riv. recommendation is (I'd call and ask), 
but I've glued St. Christopher Medals to bikes using Rubber Cement. Apply 
thinly to both (well cleaned) surfaces, allow to dry (15 minutes?), press 
together with solid grip and hold for a few minutes. That's it. Never lost 
one, but I don't have one my my Hunqapillar, which gets the roughest 
treatment on trails.

With abandon,
Patrick

On Tuesday, April 29, 2014 6:14:17 PM UTC-6, Marc Irwin wrote:

 Riding down the MTP this afternoon there was an ominous clanketyclank 
 clank. I found my Hunqapillar headbadge lying beneath my feet.  What is the 
 glue-du-jour for sticking it back on?  I will make whatever sacrifice is 
 necessary and spare no expense. I love my Hunqapillar.  

 Marc


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[RBW] Re: Heart's broken, Hunq headbadge fell off.

2014-04-29 Thread Garth

 3M double sided tape is commonly used by both frame builders and car 
manufacturers .  

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[RBW] Re: Heart's broken, Hunq headbadge fell off.

2014-04-29 Thread allenmichael
Riv gave me a badge for my S1 and recommended double sided tape.

On Tuesday, April 29, 2014 5:14:17 PM UTC-7, Marc Irwin wrote:

 Riding down the MTP this afternoon there was an ominous clanketyclank 
 clank. I found my Hunqapillar headbadge lying beneath my feet.  What is the 
 glue-du-jour for sticking it back on?  I will make whatever sacrifice is 
 necessary and spare no expense. I love my Hunqapillar.  

 Marc


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Re: [RBW] Re: Heart's broken, Hunq headbadge fell off.

2014-04-29 Thread Peter Morgano
My painter used 3m automotive tape to adhere, just make sure you get the
thinnest you can with Max bond. I have an envelope fill of samples I got
sent if you want to wait I can mail it over but most of it can be found at
autozone.
On Apr 29, 2014 8:31 PM, allenmichael allenmich...@mac.com wrote:

 Riv gave me a badge for my S1 and recommended double sided tape.

 On Tuesday, April 29, 2014 5:14:17 PM UTC-7, Marc Irwin wrote:

 Riding down the MTP this afternoon there was an ominous clanketyclank
 clank. I found my Hunqapillar headbadge lying beneath my feet.  What is the
 glue-du-jour for sticking it back on?  I will make whatever sacrifice is
 necessary and spare no expense. I love my Hunqapillar.

 Marc

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[RBW] Re: Heart's broken, Hunq headbadge fell off.

2014-04-29 Thread Kieran J
Sounds like the DS tape would be the best approach, but I have also used 
epoxy in the past with reliable results.

KJ


On Tuesday, April 29, 2014 8:14:17 PM UTC-4, Marc Irwin wrote:

 Riding down the MTP this afternoon there was an ominous clanketyclank 
 clank. I found my Hunqapillar headbadge lying beneath my feet.  What is the 
 glue-du-jour for sticking it back on?  I will make whatever sacrifice is 
 necessary and spare no expense. I love my Hunqapillar.  

 Marc


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[RBW] Re: Heart's broken, Hunq headbadge fell off.

2014-04-29 Thread 'Marcus80' via RBW Owners Bunch
The head badge on my Homer Hilsen came off right out of the box from Walnut 
Creek. I affixed it with some stretchy dbl sided tape that someone 
recommended. I still have 11 pieces left. If you want, I will send you one 
or two, free of charge. When I found the badge at the bottom of the box, I 
too, was un-glued. 


On Tuesday, April 29, 2014 8:14:17 PM UTC-4, Marc Irwin wrote:

 Riding down the MTP this afternoon there was an ominous clanketyclank 
 clank. I found my Hunqapillar headbadge lying beneath my feet.  What is the 
 glue-du-jour for sticking it back on?  I will make whatever sacrifice is 
 necessary and spare no expense. I love my Hunqapillar.  

 Marc


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Re: [RBW] On-bike tools: what is your choice or favorite?

2014-04-29 Thread Tim McNamara
I have a tool set for each of my bikes inspired by Tool Kit B:

http://pardo.net/bike/pic/fail-003/000.html

One of my kits has a Ritchey CPR 14 as shown, the rest have the smaller CPR 9.  
They fit into an Altoids-type can very well.  In addition to the tools shown, I 
have a tiny Swiss Army folding pliers thingy in one tool kit and in another I 
carry a small jackknife that was my Dad's.  There is a surprising amount of 
stuff that can be put into an Altoids can.

FWIW Tool Kit A is Jobst Brandt's.

I have several Cool Tools that I have picked up over the years and would be my 
tool of choice when touring.  It's a pretty complete package that can do most 
things that need to be done on the road with a bike.  One of the comments on 
the Pardo site is very important:  the best bike tool is preventive 
maintenance- periodically inspect the bike for things that are wearing out or 
breaking.  The best bike part failure is the one that doesn't happen.

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Re: [RBW] New Head-Badge Poster!

2014-04-29 Thread cyclotourist
You sir, are amazing!

Cheers,
David

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On Tue, Apr 29, 2014 at 6:24 PM, Marty mgie...@mac.com wrote:

 Can't believe it's been two years since the last version - about time I
 came up with a new one. Bigger and better than ever, this one contains
 every badge variation I'm aware of and had access to. 42 in all! I don't
 doubt there are a few scarce variations out there, and of course as soon as
 I post this another few will show up, but such is life. 20 years of
 Rivendell history captured on a single page. Don't ask if I have them all -
 I don't. Grant loaned most of them to me to take photos of a long, long
 time ago. Others I had to photoshop from head tube shots. No stumps or
 canvas this time - I wanted to go clean to celebrate the beauty of the
 badges alone. They tell an amazing story.

 The file here is not the HiRes version. Once I clean things up a bit I
 will post a link to the file. I do not plan to print these for sale, it's
 more like a gift to the bunch for your loyalty and bunchiness. Give me a
 week or so to do that. Until then, have a look at some amazing artwork,
 brought to you by the clever, creative minds at Rivendell Bicycle Works,
 and the artists and badge-makers who brought these to life Enjoy!




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Re: [RBW] Re: Heart's broken, Hunq headbadge fell off.

2014-04-29 Thread cyclotourist
I REALLY like the tiny set screws that are used on Rivendell custom badges
for just this reason! One of the models, forget which, has the tabs on the
badge, just drill your own holes!

Cheers,
David

it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. - Seth Vidal





On Tue, Apr 29, 2014 at 6:06 PM, 'Marcus80' via RBW Owners Bunch 
rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com wrote:

 The head badge on my Homer Hilsen came off right out of the box from
 Walnut Creek. I affixed it with some stretchy dbl sided tape that someone
 recommended. I still have 11 pieces left. If you want, I will send you one
 or two, free of charge. When I found the badge at the bottom of the box, I
 too, was un-glued.


 On Tuesday, April 29, 2014 8:14:17 PM UTC-4, Marc Irwin wrote:

 Riding down the MTP this afternoon there was an ominous clanketyclank
 clank. I found my Hunqapillar headbadge lying beneath my feet.  What is the
 glue-du-jour for sticking it back on?  I will make whatever sacrifice is
 necessary and spare no expense. I love my Hunqapillar.

 Marc

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Re: [RBW] On-bike tools: what is your choice or favorite?

2014-04-29 Thread Eric Platt
Each bike has either a muti-tool or a Park WTK-1 kit.  Then in the
handlebar bag is usually a Park MT-1.  Try to also have a small Swiss Army
knife on each bike.  Had been carrying 1 tube per bike, but after a recent
spate of flats, may go up to two.  Also, all the kits have a chain tool of
some sort.  Have twice helped folks with busted/twisted chains to get back
on the road.

Yes, I'm way over-prepared.  For 99 percent of my riding could get by with
the MT-1 and a tire lever.  Still prefer the mental safety net of the extra
tools.

Eric Platt
St. Paul, MN


On Tue, Apr 29, 2014 at 8:22 PM, Tim McNamara tim...@bitstream.net wrote:

 I have a tool set for each of my bikes inspired by Tool Kit B:

 http://pardo.net/bike/pic/fail-003/000.html

 One of my kits has a Ritchey CPR 14 as shown, the rest have the smaller
 CPR 9.  They fit into an Altoids-type can very well.  In addition to the
 tools shown, I have a tiny Swiss Army folding pliers thingy in one tool kit
 and in another I carry a small jackknife that was my Dad's.  There is a
 surprising amount of stuff that can be put into an Altoids can.

 FWIW Tool Kit A is Jobst Brandt's.

 I have several Cool Tools that I have picked up over the years and would
 be my tool of choice when touring.  It's a pretty complete package that can
 do most things that need to be done on the road with a bike.  One of the
 comments on the Pardo site is very important:  the best bike tool is
 preventive maintenance- periodically inspect the bike for things that are
 wearing out or breaking.  The best bike part failure is the one that
 doesn't happen.

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Re: [RBW] Re: Heart's broken, Hunq headbadge fell off.

2014-04-29 Thread James Warren
Rambouillet!


Sent from my iPhone

On Apr 29, 2014, at 6:31 PM, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote:

 I REALLY like the tiny set screws that are used on Rivendell custom badges 
 for just this reason! One of the models, forget which, has the tabs on the 
 badge, just drill your own holes!
 
 Cheers,
 David
 
 it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. - Seth Vidal
 
 
 
 
 
 On Tue, Apr 29, 2014 at 6:06 PM, 'Marcus80' via RBW Owners Bunch 
 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com wrote:
 The head badge on my Homer Hilsen came off right out of the box from Walnut 
 Creek. I affixed it with some stretchy dbl sided tape that someone 
 recommended. I still have 11 pieces left. If you want, I will send you one or 
 two, free of charge. When I found the badge at the bottom of the box, I too, 
 was un-glued. 
 
 
 On Tuesday, April 29, 2014 8:14:17 PM UTC-4, Marc Irwin wrote:
 Riding down the MTP this afternoon there was an ominous clanketyclank clank. 
 I found my Hunqapillar headbadge lying beneath my feet.  What is the 
 glue-du-jour for sticking it back on?  I will make whatever sacrifice is 
 necessary and spare no expense. I love my Hunqapillar.  
 
 Marc
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Re: [RBW] New Head-Badge Poster!

2014-04-29 Thread Curtis McKenzie
Wow!  So cool.
On Tuesday, April 29, 2014, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote:

 You sir, are amazing!

 Cheers,
 David

 it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. - Seth Vidal





 On Tue, Apr 29, 2014 at 6:24 PM, Marty 
 mgie...@mac.comjavascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','mgie...@mac.com');
  wrote:

 Can't believe it's been two years since the last version - about time I
 came up with a new one. Bigger and better than ever, this one contains
 every badge variation I'm aware of and had access to. 42 in all! I don't
 doubt there are a few scarce variations out there, and of course as soon as
 I post this another few will show up, but such is life. 20 years of
 Rivendell history captured on a single page. Don't ask if I have them all -
 I don't. Grant loaned most of them to me to take photos of a long, long
 time ago. Others I had to photoshop from head tube shots. No stumps or
 canvas this time - I wanted to go clean to celebrate the beauty of the
 badges alone. They tell an amazing story.

 The file here is not the HiRes version. Once I clean things up a bit I
 will post a link to the file. I do not plan to print these for sale, it's
 more like a gift to the bunch for your loyalty and bunchiness. Give me a
 week or so to do that. Until then, have a look at some amazing artwork,
 brought to you by the clever, creative minds at Rivendell Bicycle Works,
 and the artists and badge-makers who brought these to life Enjoy!




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Re: [RBW] Re: Heart's broken, Hunq headbadge fell off.

2014-04-29 Thread cyclotourist
Homers have the lil' holes, I think the mixtes do as well...

Cheers,
David

it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. - Seth Vidal





On Tue, Apr 29, 2014 at 7:05 PM, James Warren jimcwar...@earthlink.netwrote:

 Rambouillet!


 Sent from my iPhone

 On Apr 29, 2014, at 6:31 PM, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote:

 I REALLY like the tiny set screws that are used on Rivendell custom badges
 for just this reason! One of the models, forget which, has the tabs on the
 badge, just drill your own holes!

 Cheers,
 David

 it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. - Seth Vidal





 On Tue, Apr 29, 2014 at 6:06 PM, 'Marcus80' via RBW Owners Bunch 
 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com wrote:

 The head badge on my Homer Hilsen came off right out of the box from
 Walnut Creek. I affixed it with some stretchy dbl sided tape that someone
 recommended. I still have 11 pieces left. If you want, I will send you one
 or two, free of charge. When I found the badge at the bottom of the box, I
 too, was un-glued.


 On Tuesday, April 29, 2014 8:14:17 PM UTC-4, Marc Irwin wrote:

 Riding down the MTP this afternoon there was an ominous clanketyclank
 clank. I found my Hunqapillar headbadge lying beneath my feet.  What is the
 glue-du-jour for sticking it back on?  I will make whatever sacrifice is
 necessary and spare no expense. I love my Hunqapillar.

 Marc

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Re: [RBW] Re: Heart's broken, Hunq headbadge fell off.

2014-04-29 Thread Peter Morgano
Wouldn't you need to thread the hole? Or else some epoxy on the screw would
work but then you are back to glue.
On Apr 29, 2014 10:34 PM, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote:

 Homers have the lil' holes, I think the mixtes do as well...

 Cheers,
 David

 it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. - Seth Vidal





 On Tue, Apr 29, 2014 at 7:05 PM, James Warren jimcwar...@earthlink.netwrote:

 Rambouillet!


 Sent from my iPhone

 On Apr 29, 2014, at 6:31 PM, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote:

 I REALLY like the tiny set screws that are used on Rivendell custom
 badges for just this reason! One of the models, forget which, has the tabs
 on the badge, just drill your own holes!

 Cheers,
 David

 it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. - Seth Vidal





 On Tue, Apr 29, 2014 at 6:06 PM, 'Marcus80' via RBW Owners Bunch 
 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com wrote:

 The head badge on my Homer Hilsen came off right out of the box from
 Walnut Creek. I affixed it with some stretchy dbl sided tape that someone
 recommended. I still have 11 pieces left. If you want, I will send you one
 or two, free of charge. When I found the badge at the bottom of the box, I
 too, was un-glued.


 On Tuesday, April 29, 2014 8:14:17 PM UTC-4, Marc Irwin wrote:

 Riding down the MTP this afternoon there was an ominous clanketyclank
 clank. I found my Hunqapillar headbadge lying beneath my feet.  What is the
 glue-du-jour for sticking it back on?  I will make whatever sacrifice is
 necessary and spare no expense. I love my Hunqapillar.

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Re: [RBW] Re: Heart's broken, Hunq headbadge fell off.

2014-04-29 Thread cyclotourist
Yep, presuming drilling little tiny holes, which are supposed to be
incredibly difficult to do on a head tube.

Cheers,
David

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On Tue, Apr 29, 2014 at 7:36 PM, Peter Morgano uscpeter11...@gmail.comwrote:

 Wouldn't you need to thread the hole? Or else some epoxy on the screw
 would work but then you are back to glue.
 On Apr 29, 2014 10:34 PM, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote:

 Homers have the lil' holes, I think the mixtes do as well...

 Cheers,
 David

 it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. - Seth Vidal





 On Tue, Apr 29, 2014 at 7:05 PM, James Warren 
 jimcwar...@earthlink.netwrote:

 Rambouillet!


 Sent from my iPhone

 On Apr 29, 2014, at 6:31 PM, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com
 wrote:

 I REALLY like the tiny set screws that are used on Rivendell custom
 badges for just this reason! One of the models, forget which, has the tabs
 on the badge, just drill your own holes!

 Cheers,
 David

 it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. - Seth Vidal





 On Tue, Apr 29, 2014 at 6:06 PM, 'Marcus80' via RBW Owners Bunch 
 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com wrote:

 The head badge on my Homer Hilsen came off right out of the box from
 Walnut Creek. I affixed it with some stretchy dbl sided tape that someone
 recommended. I still have 11 pieces left. If you want, I will send you one
 or two, free of charge. When I found the badge at the bottom of the box, I
 too, was un-glued.


 On Tuesday, April 29, 2014 8:14:17 PM UTC-4, Marc Irwin wrote:

 Riding down the MTP this afternoon there was an ominous clanketyclank
 clank. I found my Hunqapillar headbadge lying beneath my feet.  What is 
 the
 glue-du-jour for sticking it back on?  I will make whatever sacrifice is
 necessary and spare no expense. I love my Hunqapillar.

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Re: [RBW] Re: Heart's broken, Hunq headbadge fell off.

2014-04-29 Thread Chris Chen
TINY TINY RIVETS!


On Tue, Apr 29, 2014 at 7:36 PM, Peter Morgano uscpeter11...@gmail.comwrote:

 Wouldn't you need to thread the hole? Or else some epoxy on the screw
 would work but then you are back to glue.
 On Apr 29, 2014 10:34 PM, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote:

 Homers have the lil' holes, I think the mixtes do as well...

 Cheers,
 David

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 On Tue, Apr 29, 2014 at 7:05 PM, James Warren 
 jimcwar...@earthlink.netwrote:

 Rambouillet!


 Sent from my iPhone

 On Apr 29, 2014, at 6:31 PM, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com
 wrote:

 I REALLY like the tiny set screws that are used on Rivendell custom
 badges for just this reason! One of the models, forget which, has the tabs
 on the badge, just drill your own holes!

 Cheers,
 David

 it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. - Seth Vidal





 On Tue, Apr 29, 2014 at 6:06 PM, 'Marcus80' via RBW Owners Bunch 
 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com wrote:

 The head badge on my Homer Hilsen came off right out of the box from
 Walnut Creek. I affixed it with some stretchy dbl sided tape that someone
 recommended. I still have 11 pieces left. If you want, I will send you one
 or two, free of charge. When I found the badge at the bottom of the box, I
 too, was un-glued.


 On Tuesday, April 29, 2014 8:14:17 PM UTC-4, Marc Irwin wrote:

 Riding down the MTP this afternoon there was an ominous clanketyclank
 clank. I found my Hunqapillar headbadge lying beneath my feet.  What is 
 the
 glue-du-jour for sticking it back on?  I will make whatever sacrifice is
 necessary and spare no expense. I love my Hunqapillar.

 Marc

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Re: [RBW] Re: Heart's broken, Hunq headbadge fell off.

2014-04-29 Thread Peter Morgano
I have riveted the headbadge on a few old Raleighs it's a different look
than tiny screws. A little more utilitarian and vintage.
On Apr 29, 2014 10:46 PM, Chris Chen cc...@nougat.org wrote:

 TINY TINY RIVETS!


 On Tue, Apr 29, 2014 at 7:36 PM, Peter Morgano uscpeter11...@gmail.comwrote:

 Wouldn't you need to thread the hole? Or else some epoxy on the screw
 would work but then you are back to glue.
  On Apr 29, 2014 10:34 PM, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote:

 Homers have the lil' holes, I think the mixtes do as well...

 Cheers,
 David

 it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. - Seth Vidal





 On Tue, Apr 29, 2014 at 7:05 PM, James Warren 
 jimcwar...@earthlink.netwrote:

 Rambouillet!


 Sent from my iPhone

 On Apr 29, 2014, at 6:31 PM, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com
 wrote:

 I REALLY like the tiny set screws that are used on Rivendell custom
 badges for just this reason! One of the models, forget which, has the tabs
 on the badge, just drill your own holes!

 Cheers,
 David

 it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. - Seth Vidal





 On Tue, Apr 29, 2014 at 6:06 PM, 'Marcus80' via RBW Owners Bunch 
 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com wrote:

 The head badge on my Homer Hilsen came off right out of the box from
 Walnut Creek. I affixed it with some stretchy dbl sided tape that someone
 recommended. I still have 11 pieces left. If you want, I will send you one
 or two, free of charge. When I found the badge at the bottom of the box, I
 too, was un-glued.


 On Tuesday, April 29, 2014 8:14:17 PM UTC-4, Marc Irwin wrote:

 Riding down the MTP this afternoon there was an ominous clanketyclank
 clank. I found my Hunqapillar headbadge lying beneath my feet.  What is 
 the
 glue-du-jour for sticking it back on?  I will make whatever sacrifice 
 is
 necessary and spare no expense. I love my Hunqapillar.

 Marc

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[RBW] need one right gripster pedal

2014-04-29 Thread Christopher Murray
Howdy,

I have a slightly used pair of Grip Kings that might work for you. Doesn't it 
make sense to have matching pedals? I also have a pair of MKS ezy quick release 
road pedals that are barely used that might work nicely with the brompton. 
These (or close to it):

http://m.evanscycles.com/products/mks/ar-2-ezy-quick-release-road-pedals-ec023221

I might not have the plastic safety rings but those should be easily had- they 
stop the pedal from coming off. I never had a problem but also never realized 
there could be a problem. 

If you are interested in either let me know and we can work something out. 

Cheers!
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[RBW] Re: Fold Away Bike Workshop

2014-04-29 Thread LF
beautiful.
thanks,
L

On Monday, April 28, 2014 2:51:01 PM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote:

 A few folks asked about what my “fold away” bike workshop looks like. 
 Well, it now has the $5 bike work lift installed, so I’m all set to work on 
 drivetrains now (good thing since my new one arrives today via UPS!) Grin.

 Here is the bike life. Everything else fits in a tool box and goes on a 
 shelf. Works great and cleans up easily. 
 https://www.flickr.com/photos/32311885@N07/14072951803/

 With abandon,
 Patrick

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Re: [RBW] New Head-Badge Poster!

2014-04-29 Thread Tony DeFilippo
Man those look good!!

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Re: [RBW] On-bike tools: what is your choice or favorite?

2014-04-29 Thread Anton Tutter
My toolkit for anything linger than my daily commute:

Park multitool (or any multitool)
One tube
One patch kit
Tire lever
Pump
Couple pieces of tyvek
Zip ties
Latex gloves
Couple of alcohol wipes
Two spare chain links and pins (on my last ride I had a Shimano chain pin come 
loose, disabling the bike)

Not so much tools as first aid:

Two band aids
Two tabs of Ibuprofen and Tylenol

Anton

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Re: [RBW] New Head-Badge Poster!

2014-04-29 Thread jimD
A work of art for sure!
Thanks,
JimD.

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 Can't believe it's been two years since the last version - about time I came 
 up with a new one. Bigger and better than ever, this one contains every badge 
 variation I'm aware of and had access to. 42 in all! I don't doubt there are 
 a few scarce variations out there, and of course as soon as I post this 
 another few will show up, but such is life. 20 years of Rivendell history 
 captured on a single page. Don't ask if I have them all - I don't. Grant 
 loaned most of them to me to take photos of a long, long time ago. Others I 
 had to photoshop from head tube shots. No stumps or canvas this time - I 
 wanted to go clean to celebrate the beauty of the badges alone. They tell an 
 amazing story. 
 
 The file here is not the HiRes version. Once I clean things up a bit I will 
 post a link to the file. I do not plan to print these for sale, it's more 
 like a gift to the bunch for your loyalty and bunchiness. Give me a week or 
 so to do that. Until then, have a look at some amazing artwork, brought to 
 you by the clever, creative minds at Rivendell Bicycle Works, and the artists 
 and badge-makers who brought these to life Enjoy!
 
 
 
 
 
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Re: [RBW] Interim tour report from a ride on an Atlantis

2014-04-29 Thread cyclotourist
That's just a great product endorsement for Rivendell. Sounds like you're
having a fantastic trip! Just amazing!

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On Tue, Apr 29, 2014 at 7:28 AM, Wally wwer...@gmail.com wrote:

 Hi everyone!  I have been riding my Atlantis on a cross country journey.
 I'm about a third of the way through, and I wanted to report on all of the
 problems I have had with this bike and setup.

 None.

 That is right. No bike issues, with frame (Atlantis), racks (Nitto front
 and rear), components (mostly Shimano XT), saddle (sprung Brooks), panniers
 (Ortlieb), wheels (40 spoke w/Phil Wood hubs), or tires (Schwalbe Marathon).

 I have gone about 2,200 miles from Key West, FL to Oklahoma City, OK, and
 apart from putting some lube on the chain after it rained and adding air to
 the tires once, I have done nothing at all to the bike, except ride it.

 By purely random chance, the bike also visited what must be a Rivendell
 country home just south of the Red River in East Texas. You can see a photo
 here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/124120280@N02/with/14060809651/

 If you are interested in seeing more photos and some commentary on the
 trip, you can go to http://keystoalaska.com. Ultimately I am headed to
 Homer, Alaska on sort of a beginning-of-the-road to end-of-the-road journey.

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[RBW] Quickbeam Tire and Gearing Recommendations

2014-04-29 Thread stonehog
Clement x'plor mso - great 40ish knobby. 

Brian Hanson 
Seattle, Wa

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