[RBW] Quickbeam Squeal and Brakes
Paul Mini-Motos. Perfect brake for my Simple1. Great stopping power, regular cable pull, clearance for 700x45. -J -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Squeal and Brakes
Have you tried changing the brake pads? How do the current ones look? Change the toe-in? Brake bolts are all snug? What about the rims? Have you tried cleaning/degreasing them? Fork crown-mounted cable stop is a good suggestion. I just switched from Tektro CR720 to Shimano CX70 on my Hunqapillar (from high profile to low profile). I'd previously had some issues with brake squeal, but I haven't experienced brake with the CX70s. Good luck-- brake squeal can be a pain... shoji On Tuesday, May 13, 2014 10:13:24 PM UTC-4, LAP57 wrote: My Quickbeam is my most used bike but I have suffered with front brake squeal since I bought it about 8 years ago. The original Shimano brakes may have squealed the least. I have also tried Cane Creek cantis and currently have Avid shorty 6's on the bike. The current brakes may be the worst. I spoke with Rivendell and they feel the issue is brake related and not an issue with the fork. I took a look at the Quickbeams on the Cyclofiend site noticed that many had high profile cantis. Has anyone cured the squeal by going to high profile cantis? Any recomendations? Paul does not recommend their high profile cantis for road bikes so I have been looking at Cane Creek and Velo Orange brakes. Any thoughts on these? Any other options? Thanks. Larry Powers Get a bicycle. You will not regret it if you live. - Mark Twain -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
RE: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam Squeal and Brakes
My Quickbeam is (and has been since it arrived in 2009) quiet as a mouse, with Paul Neo-Retros on the front and Paul Touring Cantis on the rear. You can kinda sorta see the setups front and rear in this picture – better to blow it up to largest size for best view. https://www.flickr.com/photos/37542512@N04/4412267966/in/set-72157623567913352 From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Shoji Takahashi Sent: Wednesday, May 14, 2014 9:46 AM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam Squeal and Brakes Have you tried changing the brake pads? How do the current ones look? Change the toe-in? Brake bolts are all snug? What about the rims? Have you tried cleaning/degreasing them? Fork crown-mounted cable stop is a good suggestion. I just switched from Tektro CR720 to Shimano CX70 on my Hunqapillar (from high profile to low profile). I'd previously had some issues with brake squeal, but I haven't experienced brake with the CX70s. Good luck-- brake squeal can be a pain... shoji On Tuesday, May 13, 2014 10:13:24 PM UTC-4, LAP57 wrote: My Quickbeam is my most used bike but I have suffered with front brake squeal since I bought it about 8 years ago. The original Shimano brakes may have squealed the least. I have also tried Cane Creek cantis and currently have Avid shorty 6's on the bike. The current brakes may be the worst. I spoke with Rivendell and they feel the issue is brake related and not an issue with the fork. I took a look at the Quickbeams on the Cyclofiend site noticed that many had high profile cantis. Has anyone cured the squeal by going to high profile cantis? Any recomendations? Paul does not recommend their high profile cantis for road bikes so I have been looking at Cane Creek and Velo Orange brakes. Any thoughts on these? Any other options? Thanks. Larry Powers Get a bicycle. You will not regret it if you live. - Mark Twain -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.commailto:rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.commailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- To ensure compliance with Treasury Department regulations, we advise you that, unless otherwise expressly indicated, any federal tax advice contained in this message was not intended or written to be used, and cannot be used, for the purpose of (i) avoiding tax-related penalties under the Internal Revenue Code or applicable state or local tax law provisions or (ii) promoting, marketing or recommending to another party any tax-related matters addressed herein. This email (and any attachments thereto) is intended only for use by the addressee(s) named herein and may contain legally privileged and/or confidential information. If you are not the intended recipient of this email, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this email (and any attachments thereto) is strictly prohibited. If you receive this email in error please immediately notify me at (212) 735-3000 and permanently delete the original email (and any copy of any email) and any printout thereof. Further information about the firm, a list of the Partners and their professional qualifications will be provided upon request. == -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: What's the real San Marcos tire/fender combo clearance?
Just an update, were currently working out the geometry for a 54cm and 57cm 650b Marcos variant. Hopefully they'll be in stock later this year. Some chrome replacement forks on order too, if you have one of the old frames sans mini rack braze ons. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Fwd: [650B] FS: Nitto lugged Stem 90mm unopened package
Thought someone here might have some interest in this item, see below. -- Forwarded message -- From: lincoln lincoln...@gmail.com Date: Wed, May 14, 2014 at 11:26 AM Subject: [650B] FS: Nitto lugged Stem 90mm unopened package To: 6...@googlegroups.com Hi, I have a lugged Nitto threaded stem 90mm for 26.0 bars. In the package sealed from Nitto. Untouched by human hands, well after it was packaged. $135 shipped Cont. US. Thanks, Mick https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-yaSUtpAYLNE/U3OYc03N_3I/AAM/5h59RGqep4o/s1600/IMG_3661.JPG -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups 650b group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to 650b+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to 6...@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/650b. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Keep the metal side up and the rubber side down! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Which 700C fenders fit Mafac Racers?
here's the brake spec page http://ruedatropical.com/2009/01/mafac-dia-compe-paul-centerpull-brake-specs/ I'm running Weinmann CPs, which are as wide as and slightly greater reach than the Pauls, but with 43mm fluted Honjos and 32mm tires, it looks like I could put a fender over the fender. If you have the long-reach Racers, I think you could do the same. With short-reach Racers, I think you'd be limited to 40mm fenders and 28mm tires. On Monday, May 12, 2014 2:54:43 PM UTC-5, davidcha wrote: I'm running a set of 41mm fluted Honjo's with my Mafac Racers. Plenty of room and a good fit overall. I just searched for them and I'm not sure they're still being made... FYI: I run 700C x 28mm Continental 4000s on this bike. I tried to run some 30mm (32's) Grand Bois Cypress but they were just too tight. - Dave -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam Squeal and Brakes
The brakes (singles) on my 2 Riv fixies, both single pivots with Matthausers or salmon Kool Stops, suddenly started squealing this winter and no matter of cleaning pads or rims helped. It went away as soon as riding temperatures rose above 50*F. Very odd; it didn't happen last winter. On Wed, May 14, 2014 at 7:46 AM, Shoji Takahashi shoji.takaha...@gmail.comwrote: Have you tried changing the brake pads? How do the current ones look? Change the toe-in? Brake bolts are all snug? What about the rims? Have you tried cleaning/degreasing them? Fork crown-mounted cable stop is a good suggestion. I just switched from Tektro CR720 to Shimano CX70 on my Hunqapillar (from high profile to low profile). I'd previously had some issues with brake squeal, but I haven't experienced brake with the CX70s. Good luck-- brake squeal can be a pain... shoji -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Discovering Freedom in Fewer Gears
Garth, Are you saying that if I think something is bad for me than it will be bad for me, and if I think something is good for me than it will be good for me? Really? Matt On Tuesday, May 13, 2014 12:34:23 PM UTC-7, Garth wrote: It's just one of those myths Matt ! Like : long cranks are good or bad for your knees, or short cranks are good or bad !Nothing of itself is good or bad , we all* choose *to make it(whatever the matter) good or bad , and hark ! what do we get ? ... but more it ! Self fulfilling prophecies abound . -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: Discovering Freedom in Fewer Gears
On 05/14/2014 01:05 PM, 'hangtownmatt' via RBW Owners Bunch wrote: Garth, Are you saying that if I think something is bad for me than it will be bad for me, and if I think something is good for me than it will be good for me? Really? http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Placebo -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: Discovering Freedom in Fewer Gears
I decided I didn't have a bludgeoned brain, until I forgot I'd decided that and discovered I still have one. Grin. The placebo effect can't change reality, only help us have a better attitude as we strive to overcome it. With abandon, Patrick On Wednesday, May 14, 2014 11:07:03 AM UTC-6, Steve Palincsar wrote: On 05/14/2014 01:05 PM, 'hangtownmatt' via RBW Owners Bunch wrote: Garth, Are you saying that if I think something is bad for me than it will be bad for me, and if I think something is good for me than it will be good for me? Really? http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Placebo -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam Squeal and Brakes
Must be due to that 'Polar Vortex' thing they invented this winter. It was just always an arctic cold front before the winter of 13-14. On Wed, May 14, 2014 at 11:57 AM, Patrick Moore bertin...@gmail.com wrote: The brakes (singles) on my 2 Riv fixies, both single pivots with Matthausers or salmon Kool Stops, suddenly started squealing this winter and no matter of cleaning pads or rims helped. It went away as soon as riding temperatures rose above 50*F. Very odd; it didn't happen last winter. On Wed, May 14, 2014 at 7:46 AM, Shoji Takahashi shoji.takaha...@gmail.com wrote: Have you tried changing the brake pads? How do the current ones look? Change the toe-in? Brake bolts are all snug? What about the rims? Have you tried cleaning/degreasing them? Fork crown-mounted cable stop is a good suggestion. I just switched from Tektro CR720 to Shimano CX70 on my Hunqapillar (from high profile to low profile). I'd previously had some issues with brake squeal, but I haven't experienced brake with the CX70s. Good luck-- brake squeal can be a pain... shoji -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Keep the metal side up and the rubber side down! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Woody's Chop Chort 2.5 Fenders
Follow up: On my 10 miles snow and mud dirt road ride the other day I had a great test of these fenders. Here's the photos: https://www.flickr.com/photos/32311885@N07/14000120310/ and https://www.flickr.com/photos/32311885@N07/14184178072/in/photostream/ Here's the text from the description of the photos, aka a mini-review: These performed exactly as I asked for them to, and I’m asking a LOT of them. They are partial fenders, to allow for big clearences between the 2.25” tires and the fender so they clear mud, snow, rocks and debris. Much of this mud is the result of the flat fender, some from the tire spray. But of real importance is that the spray pattern dramatically decreases half way up the bag — as in almost no spray got to my back. That’s what I’m asking of this rear fender and it performes it’s job wondrously. And it handles rocky/rooty bumpy single track just fine. If you want full coverage, this is not the way to go, but if you want hearty fenders that can keep the spray off you from the knees down from both the front and back and handle wild, rugged terrain over beefy knobbies, these are brilliant! With abandon, Patrick -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Dumonde Tech Chain Lube Initial Review
I've been using the sample of Dumonde Tech John sent me to try out (I'd called and asked for a sample.) You can read about what makes this stuff unique (and it seems to be from my experience so far, though I haven't tried the heavy chain oils like Phil's or chainsaw oil). The simple concept is this stuff is attracted to the heat of friction in the chain where it bonds into a self-lubricating polymer coating on the chain. Apply one drop per link, and leave it alone till you hear the chain start to squeak, then repeat, waiting until you hear it squeak to reapply. The time intervals between applications will likely increase. We had a month of mostly dry weather, and it handled that month just fine, needing reapplication about three weeks in for the first time (it's supposed to build up to several months). During our recent May snow storm of a few days, I've done about 5 hours of wet, snowy, and muddy riding -- rides exactly like the conditions that previous made my chain seize up after an hour in it with my previous wax lubes. This stuff held up just fine, with the drive train sounding as quiet as ever. Indeed, this is the quietest my drivetrain has ever been. So far, I'm very pleased. It looks to have solved my need for one lube that can handle wet and dry and not be a big messy bother. http://www.dumondetech.com/products/bicycle-2/ Disclaimer: I got a free bottle of this to try, but am not affiliated with Dumonde Tech in any other way. With abandon, Patrick www.MindYourHeadCoop.org www.OurHolyConception.org -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] ebay Bombadil 60cm
Not mine, looks like a good deal! http://www.ebay.com/itm/Rivendell-Bombadil-Chris-King-Headset-/321406302351?pt=US_Bicycles_Frameshash=item4ad54ef88f Ryan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] ebay Bombadil 60cm
Stretch it to a 68 and I will be all over it. Curtis 68 Bombadill Lurker McKenzie On Wed, May 14, 2014 at 12:56 PM, rcnute rcn...@hotmail.com wrote: Not mine, looks like a good deal! http://www.ebay.com/itm/Rivendell-Bombadil-Chris-King-Headset-/321406302351?pt=US_Bicycles_Frameshash=item4ad54ef88f Ryan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: ebay Bombadil 60cm
The one guy selling four complete 64cm Rivs definitely skews the statistics. http://www.ebay.com/usr/cesa_crem?_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2754 On Wed, May 14, 2014 at 3:18 PM, 'Chris Lampe 2' via RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com wrote: Wow! Nine complete Rivs and a frameset on E-bay right now. I've never seen more than two before, although I don't check it often. On Wednesday, May 14, 2014 2:56:46 PM UTC-5, rcnute wrote: Not mine, looks like a good deal! http://www.ebay.com/itm/ Rivendell-Bombadil-Chris-King-Headset-/321406302351?pt=US_ Bicycles_Frameshash=item4ad54ef88f Ryan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: ebay Bombadil 60cm
Wow! Nine complete Rivs and a frameset on E-bay right now. I've never seen more than two before, although I don't check it often. On Wednesday, May 14, 2014 2:56:46 PM UTC-5, rcnute wrote: Not mine, looks like a good deal! http://www.ebay.com/itm/Rivendell-Bombadil-Chris-King-Headset-/321406302351?pt=US_Bicycles_Frameshash=item4ad54ef88f Ryan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Legolas tire clearances?
If you were going to buy a new Legolas from Riv, then of course ask. I don't know, but would not be surprised if the recent built to order Legolas' had a bit more clearance. My crossish lusting always has me leering at the Soulcraft DirtBomb D'BOMB http://www.soulcraftbikes.com/frames.php?frame_id=7 On Tuesday, May 13, 2014 6:44:39 PM UTC-7, Addison wrote: It's one of those 'cross options out there that I mull every once in a while but if I really decide to replace my crosshairs I want it to take a slightly wider tire. The crosshairs is wonderful though so I don't know how serious I am. Thanks, Addison Wilhite, M.A. Academy of Arts, Careers and Technologyhttp://www.washoecountyschools.org/aact/ *“Blazing the Trail to College and Career Success”* Educator: Professional Portfolio http://addisonwilhite.blogspot.com/ Blogger: Reno Rambler http://reno-rambler.blogspot.com/ Bicycle Advocate: Regional Transportation Commission, Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committeehttp://www.rtcwashoe.com/public-transportation-22-124.html On Tue, May 13, 2014 at 6:09 PM, Bill Lindsay tape...@gmail.comjavascript: wrote: it depends. i know one legolas that barely takes jack browns. others may be different. are you considering buying a new one, or thinking about finding a used one? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bun...@googlegroups.com javascript:. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.comjavascript: . Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Losing Bike weight vs. Rider weight. Which one more effectively makes you go faster?
That's so true Patrick. I fell in with the CrossFit crowd and decided to cut out sugars and grains. I thought I would have a plateau like most diets and 22 lbs later I'm still losing and will reach my goal of 25 lbs sooner than I expected. I don't have craving for sugar but I have to make jalapeño and cheese bagels for our ride to work pit stop tomorrow, so I'll see how my resistance is with grains. :) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Woody's Chop Chort 2.5 Fenders
Great, John! Let me know how you like them! They look pretty good with mud too. Grin. With abandon, Patrick On Friday, May 2, 2014 8:17:36 PM UTC-6, jphil...@icloud.com wrote: Very elegant solution! As you said, Maavalus! I hope you don't mind is I order my own set in a different wood, but nothing as Maavalus as your own. Cheers, John On Saturday, April 26, 2014 2:27:14 PM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote: Here is the fender solution I worked out with Cody at Woody’s Fenders by adding stays to his chop chort fenders and using a pair. They have plenty of clearance for knobby tire debris to fly out the sides. I’ve had the front fender on for a number of rides and it performs fantastically (aka no mud or wet flinging onto me from the knees up). There was a delay with the rear one so I haven’t ridden it yet — I have it slid all the way back hoping that is far enough to prevent skunk-back. Time will tell. Plus, the most important part, which pictures prove, they look “Maaavalus, darling! Simply maaavalus. Because, you know it’s better to loook good than to fel good!” Sardonic grin. https://www.flickr.com/photos/32311885@N07/14021052012/ (and one to the left). With abandon, Patrick *www.MindYourHeadCoop.org http://www.MindYourHeadCoop.org* *www.OurHolyConception.org http://www.OurHolyConception.org* -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: Losing Bike weight vs. Rider weight. Which one more effectively makes you go faster?
Bagels have a ton of calories - I've been trying to stay away from them lately. Portion control is key for me. Doesn't matter so much what I eat but moreso how much of it I eat. Granted, I do try to stay away from red meats and fried foods. I need to weigh myself and see how I've been doing since I've really been focusing on not overeating these last few weeks. I have a 1000K on Memorial Day weekend and the less weight I am carrying, the better. On Wed, May 14, 2014 at 4:01 PM, grrlyrida grrlyr...@gmail.com wrote: That's so true Patrick. I fell in with the CrossFit crowd and decided to cut out sugars and grains. I thought I would have a plateau like most diets and 22 lbs later I'm still losing and will reach my goal of 25 lbs sooner than I expected. I don't have craving for sugar but I have to make jalapeño and cheese bagels for our ride to work pit stop tomorrow, so I'll see how my resistance is with grains. :) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Keep the metal side up and the rubber side down! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Quickbeam Squeal and Brakes
I have a simpleone and have experienced a good amount of squealing from the front brake with my Paul touring cantis. I've found that the most extreme toe in possible helps for a while. Also the kool stop salmon pads seem to be a little better than others I've tried. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Losing Bike weight vs. Rider weight. Which one more effectively makes you go faster?
No worries! Just drink 100% grass fed cream and you'll be so satiated and happy, you won't need to eat till dinner. If I take any food on a ride (even an all day one), it's a thermos of cream or butter or coconut oil. I don't need anything else. And yes, Patrick, I think you are right. Most diets that eliminate processed foods will go a long way to restoring health. With abandon, Patrick On Wednesday, May 14, 2014 3:01:30 PM UTC-6, grrlyrida wrote: That's so true Patrick. I fell in with the CrossFit crowd and decided to cut out sugars and grains. I thought I would have a plateau like most diets and 22 lbs later I'm still losing and will reach my goal of 25 lbs sooner than I expected. I don't have craving for sugar but I have to make jalapeño and cheese bagels for our ride to work pit stop tomorrow, so I'll see how my resistance is with grains. :) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Squeal and Brakes
All Quiet on the West Coast Front. I use salmon Kool Stops and don't toe in excessively. Still running the Shimano canti's which came with it. I have a slightly non-standard stem mount for the brake stop. (last photo here - http://www.cyclofiend.com/ssg/2006/ssg017-cyclofiend0206.html ) If it's brake squeal rather than shudder, then I don't know if it can be addressed by changing the brake stop - there have been a number of discussions (mostly in CX threads) about flexing cable stop mounts causing unwanted shudder under hard braking. I'd pop a different front wheel in there, just to see if it's related to the rim. Especially if you are getting the same results from different brake models. I ran some Avids on a CX bike, and do recall them being noisier - maybe something in the mount causing them to flex away - essentially undoing the toe-in - as you are moving. Any chance that the brake mounting bolts are bottoming out before they completely tighten the brake? You should be able to detect fore/aft play in the brake if that's the case. The other thing to do is find a shop who has the Wrench (mechanic) who knows how to deal with canti brake setup. Most don't. Pay to watch them work on it and ask some questions. Sorry not to have a great, all-encompassing answer for you... - Jim On Tuesday, May 13, 2014 7:13:24 PM UTC-7, LAP57 wrote: My Quickbeam is my most used bike but I have suffered with front brake squeal since I bought it about 8 years ago. The original Shimano brakes may have squealed the least. I have also tried Cane Creek cantis and currently have Avid shorty 6's on the bike. The current brakes may be the worst. I spoke with Rivendell and they feel the issue is brake related and not an issue with the fork. I took a look at the Quickbeams on the Cyclofiend site noticed that many had high profile cantis. Has anyone cured the squeal by going to high profile cantis? Any recomendations? Paul does not recommend their high profile cantis for road bikes so I have been looking at Cane Creek and Velo Orange brakes. Any thoughts on these? Any other options? Thanks. Larry Powers Get a bicycle. You will not regret it if you live. - Mark Twain -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Legolas tire clearances?
The Dirt Bomb is an awesome bike. But seems kinda' pricey for a tig welded frame unicrown fork. You can get custom lugged or fillet for the same price. Cheers, David it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. - Seth Vidal On Wed, May 14, 2014 at 1:57 PM, Bill Lindsay tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: If you were going to buy a new Legolas from Riv, then of course ask. I don't know, but would not be surprised if the recent built to order Legolas' had a bit more clearance. My crossish lusting always has me leering at the Soulcraft DirtBomb D'BOMB http://www.soulcraftbikes.com/frames.php?frame_id=7 On Tuesday, May 13, 2014 6:44:39 PM UTC-7, Addison wrote: It's one of those 'cross options out there that I mull every once in a while but if I really decide to replace my crosshairs I want it to take a slightly wider tire. The crosshairs is wonderful though so I don't know how serious I am. Thanks, Addison Wilhite, M.A. Academy of Arts, Careers and Technologyhttp://www.washoecountyschools.org/aact/ *Blazing the Trail to College and Career Success* Educator: Professional Portfolio http://addisonwilhite.blogspot.com/ Blogger: Reno Rambler http://reno-rambler.blogspot.com/ Bicycle Advocate: Regional Transportation Commission, Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committeehttp://www.rtcwashoe.com/public-transportation-22-124.html On Tue, May 13, 2014 at 6:09 PM, Bill Lindsay tape...@gmail.com wrote: it depends. i know one legolas that barely takes jack browns. others may be different. are you considering buying a new one, or thinking about finding a used one? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bun...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Fwd: [650B] FS: Nitto lugged Stem 90mm unopened package
So pretty... but I've bought my allotment of Nitto bling for this month. Cheers, David it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. - Seth Vidal On Wed, May 14, 2014 at 9:33 AM, Jim Bronson jim.bron...@gmail.com wrote: Thought someone here might have some interest in this item, see below. -- Forwarded message -- From: lincoln lincoln...@gmail.com Date: Wed, May 14, 2014 at 11:26 AM Subject: [650B] FS: Nitto lugged Stem 90mm unopened package To: 6...@googlegroups.com Hi, I have a lugged Nitto threaded stem 90mm for 26.0 bars. In the package sealed from Nitto. Untouched by human hands, well after it was packaged. $135 shipped Cont. US. Thanks, Mick https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-yaSUtpAYLNE/U3OYc03N_3I/AAM/5h59RGqep4o/s1600/IMG_3661.JPG -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups 650b group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to 650b+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to 6...@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/650b. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Keep the metal side up and the rubber side down! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
RE: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam Squeal and Brakes
I believe this is just break squeal as I don't feel any vibrations when I stop. I have been meaning to try a different rim, that would be a good test. I currently have a CR18 on the front and I think the squeal is worse with it then with the stock rim that came with the bike. There is no play in the brakes so the bolts are OK. I have a good mechanic and he has minimized the squeal but it always creeps back in after I get a few miles on the bike. I think I will go back to Kool Stop pads as they have been the best. I have some nice looking IRD cantilevers on my tandem another set for the Quickbeam may be in order. And perhaps a new front wheel if a different rim proves to be quieter. Thanks for the suggestions. I love the bike. If I could just get the squeal under control it would be perfect. Larry Powers Get a bicycle. You will not regret it if you live. - Mark Twain Date: Wed, 14 May 2014 14:26:52 -0700 From: cyclofi...@earthlink.net To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam Squeal and Brakes All Quiet on the West Coast Front. I use salmon Kool Stops and don't toe in excessively. Still running the Shimano canti's which came with it. I have a slightly non-standard stem mount for the brake stop. (last photo here - http://www.cyclofiend.com/ssg/2006/ssg017-cyclofiend0206.html ) If it's brake squeal rather than shudder, then I don't know if it can be addressed by changing the brake stop - there have been a number of discussions (mostly in CX threads) about flexing cable stop mounts causing unwanted shudder under hard braking. I'd pop a different front wheel in there, just to see if it's related to the rim. Especially if you are getting the same results from different brake models. I ran some Avids on a CX bike, and do recall them being noisier - maybe something in the mount causing them to flex away - essentially undoing the toe-in - as you are moving. Any chance that the brake mounting bolts are bottoming out before they completely tighten the brake? You should be able to detect fore/aft play in the brake if that's the case. The other thing to do is find a shop who has the Wrench (mechanic) who knows how to deal with canti brake setup. Most don't. Pay to watch them work on it and ask some questions. Sorry not to have a great, all-encompassing answer for you... - Jim On Tuesday, May 13, 2014 7:13:24 PM UTC-7, LAP57 wrote: My Quickbeam is my most used bike but I have suffered with front brake squeal since I bought it about 8 years ago. The original Shimano brakes may have squealed the least. I have also tried Cane Creek cantis and currently have Avid shorty 6's on the bike. The current brakes may be the worst. I spoke with Rivendell and they feel the issue is brake related and not an issue with the fork. I took a look at the Quickbeams on the Cyclofiend site noticed that many had high profile cantis. Has anyone cured the squeal by going to high profile cantis? Any recomendations? Paul does not recommend their high profile cantis for road bikes so I have been looking at Cane Creek and Velo Orange brakes. Any thoughts on these? Any other options? Thanks. Larry Powers Get a bicycle. You will not regret it if you live. - Mark Twain -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
RE: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam Squeal and Brakes
I have found the fork crown mounted cable stop to eliminate squeal, not just shudder. Squeal is just high frequency shudder, isn't it? The same thing is happening with the pads -- they just aren't chattering quite as much. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: [650B] FS: Nitto lugged Stem 90mm unopened package
Too bad it is not my size and I don't have the cash for it. I am sure it will be sold in no time! On Wednesday, May 14, 2014 12:33:39 PM UTC-4, Jim Bronson wrote: Thought someone here might have some interest in this item, see below. -- Forwarded message -- From: lincoln linco...@gmail.com javascript: Date: Wed, May 14, 2014 at 11:26 AM Subject: [650B] FS: Nitto lugged Stem 90mm unopened package To: 65...@googlegroups.com javascript: Hi, I have a lugged Nitto threaded stem 90mm for 26.0 bars. In the package sealed from Nitto. Untouched by human hands, well after it was packaged. $135 shipped Cont. US. Thanks, Mick https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-yaSUtpAYLNE/U3OYc03N_3I/AAM/5h59RGqep4o/s1600/IMG_3661.JPG -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups 650b group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to 650b+uns...@googlegroups.com javascript:. To post to this group, send email to 65...@googlegroups.com javascript:. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/650b. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Keep the metal side up and the rubber side down! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Dumonde Tech Chain Lube Initial Review
Sounds good for your specific needs, Patrick. The only thing I can add to this discussion is that we get all sorts of lubes sent to our shop here in Seattle (rainy, at least almost as much as people think), mostly high tech or purpose specific or whatever, and they're all pretty OK. We try them all on our own bikes and sometimes on we ask the hardcore cyclocross guys and the bike polo guys to try them. Usually the finding is that they're the same or marginally worse or marginally better. Most often the same. The only constant is that lube is better than no lube. Tri Flow, Boeshield, Prolink, it's hard to tell any difference. We got some recently from a weapons contractor. Fine stuff, but we couldn't tell the difference. Extreme conditions sometimes requires extreme lubes I suppose, but generally it makes hardly any difference. Hear chirping birds? Lube it up. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Which 700C fenders fit Mafac Racers?
Thanks for the replies everyone. I do have the long reach Racers. I was thinking I may try to squeeze these into them: https://www.benscycle.com/p-1044-honjo-koken-h1-aluminum-smooth-full-coverage-fenders-polished.aspx? The fluted top may help out, with the only trouble spots being the width between the brake bolts. Best, Lee On Wednesday, May 14, 2014 9:52:57 AM UTC-7, Ron Mc wrote: here's the brake spec page http://ruedatropical.com/2009/01/mafac-dia-compe-paul-centerpull-brake-specs/ I'm running Weinmann CPs, which are as wide as and slightly greater reach than the Pauls, but with 43mm fluted Honjos and 32mm tires, it looks like I could put a fender over the fender. If you have the long-reach Racers, I think you could do the same. With short-reach Racers, I think you'd be limited to 40mm fenders and 28mm tires. On Monday, May 12, 2014 2:54:43 PM UTC-5, davidcha wrote: I'm running a set of 41mm fluted Honjo's with my Mafac Racers. Plenty of room and a good fit overall. I just searched for them and I'm not sure they're still being made... FYI: I run 700C x 28mm Continental 4000s on this bike. I tried to run some 30mm (32's) Grand Bois Cypress but they were just too tight. - Dave -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Barlow Pass and Hilsen
For those of you contemplating these bigger tires as a “hetre-like” solution for your road-oriented Hilsen (especially if you need/want fenders), beware toe overlap. I have been riding on these guys for a few months now, and like them (light, grippy), but I’m now contemplating putting the Stampede Pass or Cypres tires and the old Honjos back on. I guess it just isn’t Hetre cush enough to make me comfy with getting used to the overlap… https://flic.kr/p/n3QmtV Here’s a short write up: http://stonehog.com/2014/05/13/barlow-pass/ Brian Hanson Seattle, WA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
