[RBW] Re: FS: Surly 24-pack rack and Porteur House Bag

[Bruce Smitham]

The rack and bag are sold

On Monday, January 30, 2017 at 9:52:37 AM UTC-8, Bruce Smitham wrote:
> For sale Surly 24 pack rack and Porteur House bag. Mounted and used on 1 
> overnight. New condition- no scratches or signs of wear. Includes all 
> mounting hardware, waterproof inner bags and tool kit. Great bag and rack but 
> I just have too many and this never got used. Cost $270 new asking $180 plus 
> shipping CONUS.
> 
> 
> Bruce in San Diego

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[RBW] Re: Which bike for hippie music?

[Nash Taylor]

Well... theres a lot of pretty good dirt riding in all the places you're 
going... i'd bring the hunq myself

On Tuesday, January 31, 2017 at 4:33:56 PM UTC-8, Tim wrote:
>
> Ray, I don't have a bike that I'd want to lose, but I don't worry about 
> that too much. Anyway, to be clear, I'm driving with the bike(s) on the 
> trunk rack, and I'll be in hotels and bring them into the room. Having 
> spent the past four years working out of town and living about 1/2 that 
> time in hotels, and having 2 bikes with me all the time, I'm used to 
> sharing the room with them. My fiancee told me as long as she didn't come 
> to visit and find one in the bed it would be ok :-) Your report about the 
> Mt. Diablo area makes me really think I should bring both, unless I could 
> possibly test a Joe Appaloosa, Rosco Bubbe or Roadini...(Are you reading 
> this, Grant?)

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Re: [RBW] F.S. 55cm Bleriot frame set

[Nick Payne]

On Friday, 27 January 2017 09:12:39 UTC+11, Steve Palincsar wrote:
>
>
> I had to trim my fenders at the chain stays when I went to 42mm tires + 
> fenders the appropriate width.  I cut mine, mainly because I didn't know 
> about how to reshape them at the stays - learned that later - but I'm 
> really not sure given how much they interfered that reshaping would have 
> been successful in providing enough clearance. The Saluki & Bleriot were 
> designed when 38mm was the widest 650B tire.
>

On my Bleriot I wasn't able to fit Hetres under Honjo hammered fenders, but 
they fit under SKS 55mm fenders without any problem:












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Re: [RBW] Re: dynamo light decisions: Lumotec or Edelux?

['Mike Schiller' via RBW Owners Bunch]

why not something like this?

[image: 5Pairs Female and Male 2 Pin 20AWG L6.2-2P Tamiya 30cm Wire 
Connectors]

~mike
Carlsbad Ca


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[RBW] Re: FS Baggins Boxy Bag and Hobo Bag

['frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch]

Hobo bag is sold.
 Thanks.

On Tuesday, January 31, 2017 at 6:26:38 PM UTC-5, frank_a wrote:
>
>  Hi all,
>
>  I never used these like I thought I would so I'm offering them for sale 
> here.
>
> The Hobo bag has a few marks but is in great shape. 
> $100.00 shipped
>
> The Boxy bag shows use and one seam has some stitching that came loose, 
> it's an easy repair but I never got around to it. Comes with the Nitto F15 
> rack and some plastic inserts to stiffen things up.
> $115.00 shipped
>
> See the linked Flickr photos:
>
> https://www.flickr.com/photos/8531240@N06/albums/72157664321406299 
>
> Some of photos were taken last year and the others were taken today.
>
> If interested please respond offline.
>  Thanks,
>
>  - Frank
>

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[RBW] Re: FS Brooks Swift Ti, Cambium C15

['frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch]

Brooks C-15 sold.
Thanks.

On Tuesday, January 31, 2017 at 6:59:38 PM UTC-5, frank_a wrote:
>
>  Hi All,
> I've got two Brooks saddles for sale...
>
> Brooks Swift, Honey color with Ti rails. I bought this new a few years 
> ago. I tried it a few times but stuck with the B-17.
> Good shape with a few marks but not broken in. It was treated with 
> Obenaufs.
> $ 125.00 shipped.
>
> Brooks Cambium C-15, Black.
>  Bought new last year and rode it around the block once or twice; not for 
> me.
>  Great shape, like new.
> $85.00 shipped.
>
>  Flickr link:
> https://www.flickr.com/photos/8531240@N06/albums/72157678277848650
>
>  If interested, please respond offline.
> Thanks,
>  - Frank
>
>

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[RBW] Re: Rivendell Rambouillet

[Dave Johnston]

Alex, I see a lot of seat post showing in that picture. Are you building 
the smaller Ram for somebody else? The 56 as pictured looks like the right 
size or possibly too small.

-Dave J

On Tuesday, January 24, 2017 at 7:30:58 PM UTC-5, Alex Zeibot wrote:
>
> Hello - 
> I have a 56cm Rambouillet and I would like to swap it for a smaller 
> Rambouillet either 50 or 52cm.  I might consider a 54cm as a last resort.  
> My orange Rambouillet is in a very good and intact condition, beautifully 
> beausausaged here and there where normally expected. 
> I might consider selling it if all other options are exhausted.
> Email me directly at velob...@gmail.com  if you have 
> questions.
> Cheers!
> Alex
> Minneapolis
>

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Re: [RBW] Mounting a Sackville TrunkSack Large on the front rack of a Sam Hillborne?

['Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch]

Dan, are you sure the rack you ordered has the tombstone? The link you 
provided includes this sentence: This product does not come with the 
vertical loop "backstop". That would be the tombstone. If you haven't 
already, you might want to double check with bikemania.

On Tuesday, January 31, 2017 at 12:13:45 PM UTC-5, Daniel Betancourt wrote:
>
> I didn't realize they made a Nitto R14 with a tombstone. I found one 
> online (see link below) and ordered it. I plan on buying the wife a Riv 
> bike later this year and can just keep the R14 I have now with no tombstone 
> for her bike.
>
> http://www.bikemania.biz/nitto-r14-rear-bicycle-rack.html
>
> Thanks!
>
> On Tuesday, January 31, 2017 at 12:02:56 PM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote:
>>
>> The tombstone version of the R14 was optimal for the large trunk sack and 
>> for the large saddle sack. 
>>
>> The non-tombstone version is better as a saddlebag support for other 
>> saddlebags, and often is preferable for a rear basket. 
>>
>> Maybe you should find someone with the tombstone version to trade with 
>> you?
>>
>> Bill Lindsay
>> El Cerrito Ca. 
>>
>>

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[RBW] Re: S24o Kit Evaluation

[Justin August]

I am thankful to be part of a group who knows how to critique without being 
critical!

Changes I have to make:
- Hammock is out (park regulations)
- Sleeping pad + Bivvy are ready

Changes I will make:
- Cut cookware in half (leaving the Fosters keg, keeping the GSI soloist)
- Drop water bottles. 1 bike, 1 nalgene? 
- cut down on the clothes. I hate being cold. But I can manage a Marin night on 
less I guess. SWRVE modal short sleeve, IBEX spoke jersey, one extra layer and 
my Nanopuff. I really hate being cold. I do like dry socks so I'm bringing an 
extra pair for camp and night wear. 

Comments
- Someone asked about the rating on the sleeping bag going down so low. It's 
what I bought about 17 years ago when I was going to college. My mom thought I 
might need it. Which is weird given how much I paid for room and board. 
- I'm nursing a strain in my upper back/arm from weight lifting. I can't ride 
without some crazy pain up there! I'm hoping it works itself out by Saturday or 
you'll find me in my east oakland Backyard camping instead. 

Thanks much for the feedback. 

Anyone in the Bay Area want to plan any other short Friday or Saturday night 
overnights with this newb?

-Justin

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[RBW] Re: FS Nitto seat posts and lugged stems

['frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch]

Jaguar post sold.
Dynamic post spoken for, payment pending.

 Thanks.

On Tuesday, January 31, 2017 at 6:40:15 PM UTC-5, frank_a wrote:
>
>  Hi all,
>   I've got two Nitto lugged stems and a couple of Nitto seat posts up for 
> sale. 
>
> I bought these new a few years ago.They are in nice shape.
>  11cm: $110.00, shipped
>   8cm: $110.00, shipped
>
> Nitto S72 Jaguar seat post, 27.2, 250 length. I bought this new and used 
> it very little but it does have some insertion marking.
> 55.00 shipped
>
>  Nitto Dynamic, 27.2 seat post. 300 length. This came on a bike I 
> purchased.
> $45.00, shipped
>
> Linked Flickr photos:
> https://www.flickr.com/photos/8531240@N06/albums/72157678277675580
>
>  Please respond offline.
>  Thanks,
>  - Frank
>

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[RBW] Re: Which bike for hippie music?

['Tim' via RBW Owners Bunch]

Ray, I don't have a bike that I'd want to lose, but I don't worry about that 
too much. Anyway, to be clear, I'm driving with the bike(s) on the trunk rack, 
and I'll be in hotels and bring them into the room. Having spent the past four 
years working out of town and living about 1/2 that time in hotels, and having 
2 bikes with me all the time, I'm used to sharing the room with them. My 
fiancee told me as long as she didn't come to visit and find one in the bed it 
would be ok :-) Your report about the Mt. Diablo area makes me really think I 
should bring both, unless I could possibly test a Joe Appaloosa, Rosco Bubbe or 
Roadini...(Are you reading this, Grant?)

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[RBW] Re: Which bike for hippie music?

['Tim' via RBW Owners Bunch]

Ray, I don't have a bike that I'd want to lose, but I don't worry about that 
too much. Anyway, to be clear, I'm driving with the bike(s) on the trunk rack, 
and I'll be in hotels and bring them into the room. Having spent the past four 
years working out of town and living about 1/2 that time in hotels, and having 
2 bikes with me all the time, I'm used to sharing the room with them. My 
fiancee told me as long as she didn't come to visit and find one in the bed it 
would be ok :-)

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[RBW] Re: S24o Kit Evaluation

[William deRosset]

Dear Justin,

Comments inline.

Justin August
Doing the s24o thing this year. I'm wondering about my kit and what I'm missing 
or taking extra.
- Grand Trunk Ultralight Hammock
Is the hammock reasonably waterproof?
- Marmot Sawtooth (good to 15F)
Don't buy anything new, but do you plan to do a lot of deep winter camping? Is 
it that cold where you live year-round? You may want a sleeping pad with a 
hammock--they run cold.
- Caldera Cone with Fosters Keg
- GSI Soloist
- Helix Dripper
- Cheap camp mug
- Kleen Kanteen hot thermos
- KK Insulated Cold (on the bike)
- Water Bottle Squeezable
- Nalgene 32oz
Lotsa cooking equipment. Perhaps add a spoon, a water filter (a Sawyer inline 
is plenty), a handkerchief, and cut the pots and pans in half? I carry some 
heating mechanism, a pot, sometimes a lid, and a cup of I have company. 
Gourmets may choose differently.
- Ibex Woolies 2 3/4 tights & 1 long johns
- Darn tough socks for camp
- 2-3 upper layers (wool, polartec)
- Patagonia Nanopuff jacket
You are equipped for the Arctic, almost. Where are you going?
- Wool beanie
- Birkenstock clogs for camp
May I suggest a pair of down booties, or just the comfy shoes that brought you?
- Various on bike top layers
More clothes? Do you live in Alaska?

>Any advice for a first timer?

My most serious advice: go for it, don't over think it, bring a lighter, a 
small first aid kit, a space blanket, a short itinerary, your sense of humor, 
and enjoy. 

One good friend did the CO trail race with a wool poncho, work clothes, boots, 
and peanut butter. He finished second, despite cracking his fork, only to 
disqualify himself a year later when he realized he had left the course on a 
long-cut It really is about getting out there and being in the world a bit.

It is a short outing. In the worst case, you have something amusing to look 
back on wistfully. You'll find your comfortable load out with a couple of 
trips. 

I predict it will be roughly a half or a bit less of your current plan. Expect 
to forget something "vital" that you want, but do not turn out to need. 

Eventually, I pare things down to the point that I miss something badly (or I 
forget my toothbrush or something), and the creature comforts start leaking 
back in...

Cheers,
Will
William M deRosset
Fort Collins CO USA

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[RBW] FS Brooks Swift Ti, Cambium C15

['frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch]

 Hi All,
I've got two Brooks saddles for sale...

Brooks Swift, Honey color with Ti rails. I bought this new a few years ago. 
I tried it a few times but stuck with the B-17.
Good shape with a few marks but not broken in. It was treated with Obenaufs.
$ 125.00 shipped.

Brooks Cambium C-15, Black.
 Bought new last year and rode it around the block once or twice; not for 
me.
 Great shape, like new.
$85.00 shipped.

 Flickr link:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/8531240@N06/albums/72157678277848650

 If interested, please respond offline.
Thanks,
 - Frank

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[RBW] FS Nitto seat posts and lugged stems

['frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch]

 Hi all,
  I've got two Nitto lugged stems and a couple of Nitto seat posts up for 
sale. 

I bought these new a few years ago.They are in nice shape.
 11cm: $110.00, shipped
  8cm: $110.00, shipped

Nitto S72 Jaguar seat post, 27.2, 250 length. I bought this new and used it 
very little but it does have some insertion marking.
55.00 shipped

 Nitto Dynamic, 27.2 seat post. 300 length. This came on a bike I purchased.
$45.00, shipped

Linked Flickr photos:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/8531240@N06/albums/72157678277675580

 Please respond offline.
 Thanks,
 - Frank

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[RBW] FS Baggins Boxy Bag and Hobo Bag

['frank_a' via RBW Owners Bunch]

 Hi all,

 I never used these like I thought I would so I'm offering them for sale 
here.

The Hobo bag has a few marks but is in great shape. 
$100.00 shipped

The Boxy bag shows use and one seam has some stitching that came loose, 
it's an easy repair but I never got around to it. Comes with the Nitto F15 
rack and some plastic inserts to stiffen things up.
$115.00 shipped

See the linked Flickr photos:

https://www.flickr.com/photos/8531240@N06/albums/72157664321406299 

Some of photos were taken last year and the others were taken today.

If interested please respond offline.
 Thanks,

 - Frank

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Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell Rambouillet

[Alex Zeibot]

Thanks!

On Tue, Jan 31, 2017 at 10:18 AM moshmosh  wrote:

> I was in Defiance Cycles a few months ago – they had a 52 or 50cm Ram (26"
> wheels). Believe it belongs to the shop owner.
>
> Might be worth a shot. Contact info on their web page:
> http://defiancebicycles.com/
>
> Ask for Chris.
>
> Good luck!
>
>
> On Tuesday, January 24, 2017 at 4:30:58 PM UTC-8, Alex Zeibot wrote:
>
> Hello -
> I have a 56cm Rambouillet and I would like to swap it for a smaller
> Rambouillet either 50 or 52cm.  I might consider a 54cm as a last resort.
> My orange Rambouillet is in a very good and intact condition, beautifully
> beausausaged here and there where normally expected.
> I might consider selling it if all other options are exhausted.
>
> Email me directly at velob...@gmail.com if you have questions.
> Cheers!
> Alex
> Minneapolis
>
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Re: [RBW] Re: Seatpost size for Atlantis?

[Ryan Fleming]

that's Riv for youreally good about customer service as always...glad 
that worked out for you

On Tuesday, January 31, 2017 at 2:31:42 PM UTC-6, John G. wrote:
>
> UPDATE: Talked to Riv, and they said sometimes they get a 27 seat tube 
> from Waterford. They immediately sent me the correct seatpost for free 
> (without me even getting a chance to reply).
>
> Really awesome service, as always!
>
> On Tuesday, January 31, 2017 at 11:02:05 AM UTC-5, John G. wrote:
>>
>> Thanks. I'm contacting Rivendell. Here's what's strange: it turns out 
>> that the S83 seatpost on my Hunq (which I bought complete from Rivendell) 
>> is a 26.8! I'm really hoping a 27.2 will fit. 
>>
>> On Monday, January 30, 2017 at 7:17:53 PM UTC-5, Tim wrote:
>>>
>>> John, I would go back to Bill's excellent questions because, in a 
>>> private email back and forth, he helped me solve the exact same issue with 
>>> my Hunqapillar. If the Atlantis could have ever had a slightly smaller seat 
>>> post installed and then the bolt tightened, the correct size will not fit. 
>>> That was the issue with my Hunq. And he is right, it can be fixed fairly 
>>> easily. If you bought it new, then yes, call Riv. Grant explained to me 
>>> that sometimes a cheaper seat post will not have the exact right diameter 
>>> that it is advertised at. I would doubt that's the case with the Nitto S83, 
>>> but you could put some calipers to it just to be sure. After Bill did some 
>>> 'splaining to me, I came to understand that the chances of the seat tube 
>>> being the incorrect diameter are very small, so my guess is his paint 
>>> theory, the burr theory or the overtightened theory. Definitely not the 
>>> grassy knoll theory, though.
>>
>>

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Re: [RBW] Re: Seatpost size for Atlantis?

[John G.]

UPDATE: Talked to Riv, and they said sometimes they get a 27 seat tube from 
Waterford. They immediately sent me the correct seatpost for free (without 
me even getting a chance to reply).

Really awesome service, as always!

On Tuesday, January 31, 2017 at 11:02:05 AM UTC-5, John G. wrote:
>
> Thanks. I'm contacting Rivendell. Here's what's strange: it turns out that 
> the S83 seatpost on my Hunq (which I bought complete from Rivendell) is a 
> 26.8! I'm really hoping a 27.2 will fit. 
>
> On Monday, January 30, 2017 at 7:17:53 PM UTC-5, Tim wrote:
>>
>> John, I would go back to Bill's excellent questions because, in a private 
>> email back and forth, he helped me solve the exact same issue with my 
>> Hunqapillar. If the Atlantis could have ever had a slightly smaller seat 
>> post installed and then the bolt tightened, the correct size will not fit. 
>> That was the issue with my Hunq. And he is right, it can be fixed fairly 
>> easily. If you bought it new, then yes, call Riv. Grant explained to me 
>> that sometimes a cheaper seat post will not have the exact right diameter 
>> that it is advertised at. I would doubt that's the case with the Nitto S83, 
>> but you could put some calipers to it just to be sure. After Bill did some 
>> 'splaining to me, I came to understand that the chances of the seat tube 
>> being the incorrect diameter are very small, so my guess is his paint 
>> theory, the burr theory or the overtightened theory. Definitely not the 
>> grassy knoll theory, though.
>
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[RBW] Re: S24o Kit Evaluation

[Bill in Roswell GA]

Justin,
There is a lot of good advice here, but for accuracy it would be most 
helpful to know where you plan to camp and ride. Micro climates will 
dictate much of what you need for where you are camping. Micro climates are 
determined by elevation, amount of day time sun and shade, next to water in 
a valley, a slight hill above settling cold air, or on a mountain. 

A few things that add some weight I see missing: headlamp, first aid kit, 
paracord. I assume you plan to take a spoon, camp knife, fire starter as 
well as stove light. 

Having no fly/tarp I can't fathom. Even if you are 100% sure it won't rain, 
it could still be windy. If you plan to stay warm, you need some way of 
keeping the majority of wind off the hammock. A sil-nylon 8x10 tarp barely 
weighs a pound. Stakes and cord might add 3 oz. 

I regularly camp with 2 hammockers (tried it, but I'm a tent guy). We are 
all in our 60s, so low metabolism and easy to feel cool at night. They both 
use a hammock under-quilt for nights under about 55F. If you haven't 
hammock camped, i recommend giving a test run in the backyard beforehand. 
My friends found it hard to keep a pad under them in a hammock. As you move 
around the pad tends to slide around. Some pads may slide more than others. 
YMMV. 

Have fun!

Cheers,
Bill in balmy Roswell, GA 



On Tuesday, January 31, 2017 at 12:01:53 AM UTC-5, Justin August wrote:
>
> Doing the s24o thing this year. I'm wondering about my kit and what I'm 
> missing or taking extra. 
>
> - Grand Trunk Ultralight Hammock
> - Marmot Sawtooth (good to 15F)
> - Caldera Cone with Fosters Keg
> - GSI Soloist
> - Helix Dripper
> - Cheap camp mug
> - Kleen Kanteen hot thermos
> - KK Insulated Cold (on the bike)
> - Water Bottle Squeezable
> - Nalgene 32oz
> - Ibex Woolies 2 3/4 tights & 1 long johns
> - Darn tough socks for camp
> - 2-3 upper layers (wool, polartec)
> - Patagonia Nanopuff jacket
> - Wool beanie
> - Birkenstock clogs for camp
> - Various on bike top layers
>
> My questions are:
> Will I freeze without a thermarest or similar pad in my hammock?
> Rain fly?
> I'm thinking of bring ramen, salami, cheese, baguette and bars/peanut 
> butter. 
>
> I have it all except food crammed into my Carradice & Fromt Basket. I have 
> a Tubus Tara and Ortliebs to use if need be. 
>
> Any advice for a first timer?
>
> -Justin
>
>

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[RBW] $1000 special NOS 58cm Betty, wheels, and brakes

[Abcyclehank]

Everyone interested loves the pics, but have had 3 done deals that all fell 
through before payment.
Really need this moved. Have anything/everything else needed for the build also.

DM or call to get this out of my Michigan basement workshop and on the road 
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[RBW] Re: S24o Kit Evaluation

[Deacon Patrick]

Hey Justin! Awesome! You're going to learn a lot! And change what you take 
and why. That's the beauty of s24o's. Grin. Take what you have, don't buy 
anything new, and learn. It's one night. What's the forcast for the night 
where you are going? If it was wet and 20˚F colder could you survive the 
night with what you have? Than you're golden! I experimented decades ago 
with ultralight backpacking. I learned a lot and part of what I learned was 
ultralight is great if you don't mind expensive equipment getting destroyed 
by mother nature and then having to endure cold wet nights in the open 
delighted that shivering generates body heat for hours on end. Some people 
are fine living that close to the edge. I am not. 

I haven't read many of the responses and I'm too much of a bumpkin's 
simpleton to know what 3/4s of what you list is.

My experience with hammocks is that a sleeping bag is fine down to 
freezing, then additional layers to insulate below are needed. If windy, 
that threshold is higher. (this and the need for trees in the right places 
are why I use a tent). I don't remember where you live, so presuming you 
are somewhere that is at less risk of having winter hit year round? With 
rare exceptions in July/August, I have to be prepared for all 4 seasons on 
a day ride, which means I carry nearly as much on a day ride as I do on an 
S24O. Sardonic grin.

With abandon,
Patrick

On Monday, January 30, 2017 at 10:01:53 PM UTC-7, Justin August wrote:
>
> Doing the s24o thing this year. I'm wondering about my kit and what I'm 
> missing or taking extra. 
>
> - Grand Trunk Ultralight Hammock
> - Marmot Sawtooth (good to 15F)
> - Caldera Cone with Fosters Keg
> - GSI Soloist
> - Helix Dripper
> - Cheap camp mug
> - Kleen Kanteen hot thermos
> - KK Insulated Cold (on the bike)
> - Water Bottle Squeezable
> - Nalgene 32oz
> - Ibex Woolies 2 3/4 tights & 1 long johns
> - Darn tough socks for camp
> - 2-3 upper layers (wool, polartec)
> - Patagonia Nanopuff jacket
> - Wool beanie
> - Birkenstock clogs for camp
> - Various on bike top layers
>
> My questions are:
> Will I freeze without a thermarest or similar pad in my hammock?
> Rain fly?
> I'm thinking of bring ramen, salami, cheese, baguette and bars/peanut 
> butter. 
>
> I have it all except food crammed into my Carradice & Fromt Basket. I have 
> a Tubus Tara and Ortliebs to use if need be. 
>
> Any advice for a first timer?
>
> -Justin
>
>

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[RBW] Re: front rack recommendations

[adam leibow]

the simworks Potluck rack will not clear 700x50. I just picked up a Nitto 
F25 rack off Bikemania.biz . it's legit!!

On Wednesday, October 19, 2016 at 9:11:48 AM UTC-7, drew wrote:
>
> im finding myself overloading my nitto m-18+basket regularly, and it is 
> wiggling and bending more than i approve of. i think id like to replace it 
> with a non-mini rack. looking around, there seem to be way more options 
> than i thought there would be, especially with so many porteur style racks 
> now .So im wondering if its possible to compile a semi comprehensive list 
> of front racks that fullfill this criteria.
>
> -attach to the dropout eyelets
> -clear 700x50 tires
> -have an adequate platform for a basket
> -are steel and silver
> -are not super big/overbuilt/loaded touring style racks.
>
> pannier rails are not needed, but neednt be avoided either. 
>
>
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Re: [RBW] From the mouths of babes.

[Patrick Moore]

If anyone can supply a link to the 2 studies, I'd like to see it. It would
be good news but it appears to contradict other statistics I've read.

On Tue, Jan 31, 2017 at 8:16 AM, Marc Irwin  wrote:

> That was the conclusion of a national highway traffic study a few years
> ago.  Rate of injuries was 10 as great for motorists as cyclists.
>
> Marc
>
> On Monday, January 30, 2017 at 5:12:52 PM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote:
>>
>> Interesting.
>>
>> Surprisingly one of them said it was safer (most people assume that cars
>> are safer, but this little whipper snapper knew the truth).  I applauded
>> and told them I was 10 times less likely to be injured on my bike than in a
>> car according to studies by the CPSC and NTSB.
>>
>> Can you give any reasons why this might be so? I have read in several
>> places that riding a bike is about as safe as riding in a car per unit
>> time, and that you are about 2X as likely to be injured or killed per unit
>> distance traveled as when in a car. I'd prefer the other statistic if I
>> could believe it.
>>
>> On Sun, Jan 29, 2017 at 9:09 AM, Marc Irwin  wrote:
>>
>>> People reading my blog really seem to like this so I thought I would
>>> share it here.
>>>
>>> http://simplecycle-marc.blogspot.com/2017/01/the-mouths-of-babes.html
>>>
>>> Marc
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>> *The point which is the pivot of the norm is the motionless center of a
>> circumference on the contours of which all conditions, distinctions, and
>> individualities revolve. *Chuang Tzu
>>
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>> world revolves.) *Carthusian motto
>>
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>>
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[RBW] Re: S24o Kit Evaluation

[drew]

not much to add. seems like youre in a good place to start seeing what 
works for you. like Patch said, one of the most fun things is trying it 
out-seeing what works- getting rid of what doesnt work-buying new stuff to 
try out- repeat. 

my only note would be about hammocking in general. here in so.cal, finding 
a good set of trees for a hammock is pretty rare. (too much or too little 
distance between. too shrubby. too suspended over spiny plants. too far up 
a hill covered in brush).  if you're at a state campground, in a smallish 
designated area, even rarer to find something workable that isn't in use. 
ive never been able to use mine in a hiker/biker site.  i got a hammock 
some years ago but almost always bring a bivy or a tent because more often 
than not there isn't a place for a hammock.  its been one of those murphy's 
law things where when i bring it, there is no good placement for it, and 
when i don't, there are many.  i guess if youre going to more forested 
areas, this wouldnt be an issue. 

the issues that people are bringing up about loss of heat through the 
bottom echo my experiences too. even with thermarest, its kinda hard to 
stay on it in the hammock and some weird part of you will be hanging off 
and cold.



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Re: [RBW] Mounting a Sackville TrunkSack Large on the front rack of a Sam Hillborne?

[Daniel Betancourt]

I didn't realize they made a Nitto R14 with a tombstone. I found one online 
(see link below) and ordered it. I plan on buying the wife a Riv bike later 
this year and can just keep the R14 I have now with no tombstone for her 
bike.

http://www.bikemania.biz/nitto-r14-rear-bicycle-rack.html

Thanks!

On Tuesday, January 31, 2017 at 12:02:56 PM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote:
>
> The tombstone version of the R14 was optimal for the large trunk sack and 
> for the large saddle sack. 
>
> The non-tombstone version is better as a saddlebag support for other 
> saddlebags, and often is preferable for a rear basket. 
>
> Maybe you should find someone with the tombstone version to trade with you?
>
> Bill Lindsay
> El Cerrito Ca. 
>
>

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Re: [RBW] Mounting a Sackville TrunkSack Large on the front rack of a Sam Hillborne?

[Bill Lindsay]

The tombstone version of the R14 was optimal for the large trunk sack and for 
the large saddle sack. 

The non-tombstone version is better as a saddlebag support for other 
saddlebags, and often is preferable for a rear basket. 

Maybe you should find someone with the tombstone version to trade with you?

Bill Lindsay
El Cerrito Ca. 

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[RBW] Re: F.S. 55cm Bleriot frame set

[Les Lammers]

Sold to Derek Lawrence. Mr. Bleriot is relocating to Denver,

On Monday, January 30, 2017 at 10:24:16 PM UTC-5, rob markwardt wrote:
>
> I've had my Bleriot for 10 years now and I doubt if it planes (it does 
> have a nice biplane though).  It's more of a comfy do it all cruiser IMO 
> and I find that I ride it more and more every year...especially during the 
> rainy winter months.  I took it out on a nice 30 mile jaunt yesterday on 
> local trails including about half that on dirt/gravel.  Long dirt roads are 
> where it really shines.  I need to do  a ten year review but here are a 
> couple pics from yesterday and the rest of my flickr with many other recent 
> Bleriot pics. 
>
> https://www.flickr.com/photos/77502424@N00/
>
> Rob Markwardt
> Seattle WA 
>
>
>
> On Monday, January 30, 2017 at 1:57:00 PM UTC-8, John Hawrylak wrote:
>>
>> Dave
>>
>> Would you say the Bleriot "planned"?I would not think so due to the 
>> OS tubing, even in 0.8/0.5/0.8mm wall thicknesses.
>>
>> John Hawrylak
>> Woodstown NJ
>>
>> On Friday, January 27, 2017 at 1:44:29 PM UTC-5, Dave Johnston wrote:
>>
>>> I made a concerted attempt to ride ever bike I owned last year and my 
>>> favorite of all was the Bleriot! Yes I have more expensive and  "nicer" 
>>> bikes made in Japan and America, but the Bleriot always put a bigger smile 
>>> on my face.
>>>
>>> PBH 83, SH 72.5, Bleriot = 57cm
>>> 38mm Pari-Motos (I never felt comfortable with the spacing to put 
>>> fenders on 42s)
>>>
>>> PS all the other bikes were a blast too!
>>>
>>> -Dave
>>>
>>

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[RBW] Re: Rivendell Rambouillet

[moshmosh]

I was in Defiance Cycles a few months ago – they had a 52 or 50cm Ram (26" 
wheels). Believe it belongs to the shop owner. 

Might be worth a shot. Contact info on their web page:
http://defiancebicycles.com/

Ask for Chris. 

Good luck!

On Tuesday, January 24, 2017 at 4:30:58 PM UTC-8, Alex Zeibot wrote:
>
> Hello - 
> I have a 56cm Rambouillet and I would like to swap it for a smaller 
> Rambouillet either 50 or 52cm.  I might consider a 54cm as a last resort.  
> My orange Rambouillet is in a very good and intact condition, beautifully 
> beausausaged here and there where normally expected. 
> I might consider selling it if all other options are exhausted.
> Email me directly at velob...@gmail.com  if you have 
> questions.
> Cheers!
> Alex
> Minneapolis
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[RBW] Re: S24o Kit Evaluation

[Patch T]

Great advice all around, but Phillip really nailed it -- over time you'll 
figure out what works for you and what's important to you, and part of the 
fun is slowly pairing down (or bulking up!) your camp kit.

That said, I almost always put a pad in my hammock.

Oh, and parachute cord.

Love
Patch in LA

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Re: [RBW] Re: Seatpost size for Atlantis?

[John G.]

Thanks. I'm contacting Rivendell. Here's what's strange: it turns out that 
the S83 seatpost on my Hunq (which I bought complete from Rivendell) is a 
26.8! I'm really hoping a 27.2 will fit. 

On Monday, January 30, 2017 at 7:17:53 PM UTC-5, Tim wrote:
>
> John, I would go back to Bill's excellent questions because, in a private 
> email back and forth, he helped me solve the exact same issue with my 
> Hunqapillar. If the Atlantis could have ever had a slightly smaller seat 
> post installed and then the bolt tightened, the correct size will not fit. 
> That was the issue with my Hunq. And he is right, it can be fixed fairly 
> easily. If you bought it new, then yes, call Riv. Grant explained to me 
> that sometimes a cheaper seat post will not have the exact right diameter 
> that it is advertised at. I would doubt that's the case with the Nitto S83, 
> but you could put some calipers to it just to be sure. After Bill did some 
> 'splaining to me, I came to understand that the chances of the seat tube 
> being the incorrect diameter are very small, so my guess is his paint 
> theory, the burr theory or the overtightened theory. Definitely not the 
> grassy knoll theory, though.

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[RBW] Re: FS: Tires! - 6 sets

[jandrews_nyc]

See Below for what's sold and what's still available:

All of these pairs of tires have very low miles..., tons of life left in 
> them.  Some are essentially unused. 
>
> Prices are Shipping Included for the pairs
>
>1. 26" - Schwalbe Marathon - 26 x 1.75" - Black  - $30 -- *SOLD*
>2. 700c - Schwalbe Little Big Ben - 700 x 38mm - Brown - $42
>3. 700c - Schwalbe Dureme - 700 x 50mm - Black - "Evolution Line - 
>Double Defense" - *Essentially unused* - $65 -- *SOLD*
>4. Panaracer - Pasela Tourguard - 700 x 37mm - Black with Gumwall - 
>Kevlar - $37
>5. Panaracer - Pasela PT - 700 x 35mm - Black with Gumwall - *Essentially 
>unused* - $45
>6. SOMA C-Line - 700 x 38mm - Black with Gumwale - $40 -- *SOLD*
>
> Photos listed in order of the above list , with one of the branding on the 
> side and one of the tread.
> Let me know if you have any questions or if you think prices are off?
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Re: [RBW] From the mouths of babes.

[Marc Irwin]

That was the conclusion of a national highway traffic study a few years 
ago.  Rate of injuries was 10 as great for motorists as cyclists.

Marc

On Monday, January 30, 2017 at 5:12:52 PM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote:
>
> Interesting.
>
> Surprisingly one of them said it was safer (most people assume that cars 
> are safer, but this little whipper snapper knew the truth).  I applauded 
> and told them I was 10 times less likely to be injured on my bike than in a 
> car according to studies by the CPSC and NTSB.
>
> Can you give any reasons why this might be so? I have read in several 
> places that riding a bike is about as safe as riding in a car per unit 
> time, and that you are about 2X as likely to be injured or killed per unit 
> distance traveled as when in a car. I'd prefer the other statistic if I 
> could believe it.
>
> On Sun, Jan 29, 2017 at 9:09 AM, Marc Irwin  > wrote:
>
>> People reading my blog really seem to like this so I thought I would 
>> share it here.
>>
>> http://simplecycle-marc.blogspot.com/2017/01/the-mouths-of-babes.html
>>
>> Marc
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[RBW] Re: S24o Kit Evaluation

[Philip Kim]

when doing an s24os i tend to overpack and realize a lot of it is 
unnecessary. i've been paring down each time. you'll probably have to 
experiment with what works for you.

like others have said, i always bring a insulated pad for hammock if it's 
below 50 degrees or higher altitudes. you lose a lot of heat very quickly 
through the bottom of the hammock. i believe jeff might be talking about 
underquilts or downquilts, which are definitely nicer and lighter, and a 
bit more pricey, but if you foresee a lot of hammock camping, then i think 
it's worth it, as pads can move around while you sleep in the hammock and 
bulky to pack.

i always bring a rain fly, it doesn't weigh much, and if you get caught in 
unforeseen rain, it can make your night very cold and very miserable. if 
it's cold, i'll just set it up fairly close to my hammock, to trap some of 
the heat and block wind.

i usually like to bring cheese, crackers/instant oatmeal, whiskey, dried 
meats for dinner so i don't have to cook after riding all day. and then 
eggs, peppers, onions, more cheese, leftover dried meat to make omelet and 
coffee in the morning before heading out. i sometimes pre-cut everything.

i'm an avid coffee drinker, and found i need a lot of water to replace the 
diuretic effect of coffee.

i also always bring a rope, and try to hang all my food high and away from 
the campsite. i usually just put all my food in one bag or pannier and use 
that to hang up. may or may not be necessary, but just habit for me.

small dry bag for your phone and wallet!


On Tuesday, January 31, 2017 at 12:01:53 AM UTC-5, Justin August wrote:
>
> Doing the s24o thing this year. I'm wondering about my kit and what I'm 
> missing or taking extra. 
>
> - Grand Trunk Ultralight Hammock
> - Marmot Sawtooth (good to 15F)
> - Caldera Cone with Fosters Keg
> - GSI Soloist
> - Helix Dripper
> - Cheap camp mug
> - Kleen Kanteen hot thermos
> - KK Insulated Cold (on the bike)
> - Water Bottle Squeezable
> - Nalgene 32oz
> - Ibex Woolies 2 3/4 tights & 1 long johns
> - Darn tough socks for camp
> - 2-3 upper layers (wool, polartec)
> - Patagonia Nanopuff jacket
> - Wool beanie
> - Birkenstock clogs for camp
> - Various on bike top layers
>
> My questions are:
> Will I freeze without a thermarest or similar pad in my hammock?
> Rain fly?
> I'm thinking of bring ramen, salami, cheese, baguette and bars/peanut 
> butter. 
>
> I have it all except food crammed into my Carradice & Fromt Basket. I have 
> a Tubus Tara and Ortliebs to use if need be. 
>
> Any advice for a first timer?
>
> -Justin
>
>
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[RBW] Re: S24o Kit Evaluation

[GAJett]

Never done an S24O but a long time backpacker and long distance tourer.  My 
comments...
You don't say where you're going or the expected weather.  Has great 
bearing on gear selection.  My not knowing that, here I go.

- Caldera Cone with Fosters Keg
>
Are you experienced with this system?
 

> - GSI Soloist
>
 Take only those pieces you will actually use.  I generally take only a 
single pot and lid for cooking.  For an S24O simply bag up when done and 
take home to clean.

- Cheap camp mug
>
Eat out of this, clean with baguette, then your coffee as you drink it. (I 
use tea) It's now clean!
 

> - Kleen Kanteen hot thermos
> - KK Insulated Cold (on the bike)
> - Water Bottle Squeezable
> - Nalgene 32oz
>
FOUR water bottles!??  Are you dry camping?  Why two insulated bottles.
 

> - Ibex Woolies 2 3/4 tights & 1 long johns
>
Probably can get away with only one of these over an S24O
 

> - Darn tough socks for camp
>
Only one pair for an S24O unless you expect to get wet feet.
 

> - 2-3 upper layers (wool, polartec)
>
What do you mean by "upper layers"?  I follow this pattern:
* Base layer (something the equivalent of your Ibex bottoms
* Intermediate:  long sleeved camp shirt with roll-up sleeves. Nylon or 
poly for quick drying.
* Outer Layer:  Your Nanopuff.  I personally prefer wool or fleece 
(polartec).  If you go with wool or polartec, loose the Nanopuff.
* Waterproof layer (if will be really wet): Looks like the Nanopuff will 
handle routine mist/fog/light rain though.

- Patagonia Nanopuff jacket
> - Wool beanie
> - Birkenstock clogs for camp
>
 

> - Various on bike top layers
>
Follow Grant and ride in what you would regularly wear off the bike (with 
the possible exception of undies). 
A cycling jersey makes a very good base layer.
 

> My questions are:
> Will I freeze without a thermarest or similar pad in my hammock?
>
Probably.  The down will compress completely and provide essentially NO 
insulation.
 

> Rain fly?
>
At an absolute minimum pull a light groundsheet over you so it doesn't 
slide off.  You will likely want to keep the dew off you bag.   Can make 
morning packing quicker.  If any chance of rain or fog I would recommend a 
lightweight rainfly.  (Unless camping extensively above treeline I always 
carry such a fly.  My whole shelter kit, with room for two, weighs less 
than a pound.)
Cheers,
GAJett

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[RBW] Re: Mounting a Sackville TrunkSack Large on the front rack of a Sam Hillborne?

[Daniel Betancourt]

Thanks for the feedback Ron.

Dan

On Tuesday, January 31, 2017 at 8:48:35 AM UTC-5, Ron Mc wrote:
>
> You could use a leather strap to loop through the tombstone flap on the 
> trunk and secure it to the extra-wide tombstone on the rack.  
>
> https://www.rivbike.com/products/long-buckle-sackville-leather-strap-15-each
>
>
> 
>
> did the same thing here with one of the discontinued Sackville hub wipers
>
>
> On Tuesday, January 31, 2017 at 7:41:02 AM UTC-6, Daniel Betancourt wrote:
>>
>> I currently have a Nitto M18 front rack and ordered the Sackville 
>> TrunkSack Large to mount in front of the bike. Has anyone ever mounted this 
>> bag on their front rack, and if so what rack and method did you use to 
>> secure the bag?
>>
>> I ordered the Deluxe Porteur Rack (see liink below) to better 
>> accommodate the large trunksack but am now worried about the 2.6 lbs it 
>> weighs and how it will affect handling on the bike. I'm wondering if I 
>> should cancel the rack order and try and get the trunksack to mount on my 
>> existing M18 rack.
>>
>> http://www.somafab.com/archives/product/porteur-rack-stainless-steel
>>
>> Thanks for any feedback,
>> Dan
>>
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Re: [RBW] Mounting a Sackville TrunkSack Large on the front rack of a Sam Hillborne?

[Daniel Betancourt]

Thanks for the feedback. I guess I didn't realize that the R14 I have now 
as my rear rack as a front rack. If that is the case then I should be good 
to go except for the exception of not having the tombstone. I canceled my 
order for the Soma Porteur rack. 

Thanks again,
Dan

On Tuesday, January 31, 2017 at 9:28:59 AM UTC-5, Tim Gavin wrote:
>
> Daniel-
>
> The Trunk Sacks are designed to fit perfectly on specific Nitto racks.  
> The snap-straps and tombstone attachment works great on those racks, and 
> very poorly on just about any other.
>
>
> The Large Trunk Sack (5.25" x 11.75") won't fit very well on a Nitto mini 
> front rack (M18, M1, M12, etc).  The front 4 inches of the bag will 
> overhang the rack and flop down like the nose of an bull elephant seal.
>
> The Small Trunk Sack (4.25" x 8") is the perfect size for the mini-fronts. 
>  
> The Large Trunk Sack is designed to fit on a Nitto rear rack platform, 
> like the R14, 33R, 32R, M20, etc.  
>
> The Nitto Big Front rack has the proper sized platform for the Large Trunk 
> Sack, and you can use the R14 as a front rack.  But neither has a tombstone 
> for proper Trunk Sack attachment (none of the current Nitto rear racks do). 
>  
>
> The Soma Porteur rack is long enough for the Large Trunk Sack, but it's 
> wider so portions of the rack will stick out on either side of the Trunk 
> Sack.  Seems like a lot of rack to lug around if you're only using a third 
> of it.
>
>
> Personally, I love the Small Trunk Sack.  It's a nice size for daily 
> tools, phone, and a thin layer.
> Conversely, I dislike the Large Trunk Sack.  It's larger than needed for 
> daily rides, so stuff bounces around loudly in it.  But it's too small for 
> larger loads.
>
> I have one of each, and the Large (olive) is for sale because it doesn't 
> work well for me.
>
> I recommend that you get a bag that matches your rack, or vice versa.  If 
> you like the Soma Porteur rack, consider the Swift Porteur Bag.
>
> Cheers,
> Tim
>
> On Tue, Jan 31, 2017 at 7:41 AM, Daniel Betancourt  
> wrote:
>
>> I currently have a Nitto M18 front rack and ordered the Sackville 
>> TrunkSack Large to mount in front of the bike. Has anyone ever mounted this 
>> bag on their front rack, and if so what rack and method did you use to 
>> secure the bag?
>>
>> I ordered the Deluxe Porteur Rack (see liink below) to better 
>> accommodate the large trunksack but am now worried about the 2.6 lbs it 
>> weighs and how it will affect handling on the bike. I'm wondering if I 
>> should cancel the rack order and try and get the trunksack to mount on my 
>> existing M18 rack.
>>
>> http://www.somafab.com/archives/product/porteur-rack-stainless-steel
>>
>> Thanks for any feedback,
>> Dan
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Re: [RBW] Re: SKS fender flap removal

[Jim S.]

Thank you, it worked!

On Tuesday, January 31, 2017 at 8:12:08 AM UTC-6, Tim Gavin wrote:
>
> There's a pin in the middle of the clip (shown protruding on Ron Mc's 
> image).   
> 1) Push that pin all the way out with something small (I use a 2 mm hex).  
> Don't lose it!
> 2) Then, the plastic clip can be removed, 
> 3) and then the flap can slide off.
>
> On Tue, Jan 31, 2017 at 8:00 AM, Ron Mc  
> wrote:
>
>>
>> 
>>   
>> I think you grab the thin end and pull
>>
>>
>> On Tuesday, January 31, 2017 at 7:50:15 AM UTC-6, Jim S. wrote:
>>>
>>> Hi all,
>>>
>>> I'm trying to substitute a short fender flap for a long fender flap on 
>>> my wife's SKS fenders. I am befuddled by long fender flap removal. There's 
>>> some plastic snapped into plastic. Does anyone know how to remove the large 
>>> fender flap?
>>>
>>> Thanks in advance.
>>>
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Re: [RBW] front rack recommendations

[Bruce Gordon]

Good Morning,
The Bruce Gordon Racks are available in Silver (or whatever Powder Coat Color 
we have) for a color change cost of $40.00 - Please give me a call.
Regards,
Bruce Gordon
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www.bgcycles.com
www.brucegordoncycles.blogs
(707) 762-5601

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> I don't think it's available in silver, but the Bruce Gordon Mountain rack 
> probably meets all your other criteria.  
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Re: [RBW] Mounting a Sackville TrunkSack Large on the front rack of a Sam Hillborne?

[Tim Gavin]

Daniel-

The Trunk Sacks are designed to fit perfectly on specific Nitto racks.  The
snap-straps and tombstone attachment works great on those racks, and very
poorly on just about any other.


The Large Trunk Sack (5.25" x 11.75") won't fit very well on a Nitto mini
front rack (M18, M1, M12, etc).  The front 4 inches of the bag will
overhang the rack and flop down like the nose of an bull elephant seal.

The Small Trunk Sack (4.25" x 8") is the perfect size for the mini-fronts.
The Large Trunk Sack is designed to fit on a Nitto rear rack platform, like
the R14, 33R, 32R, M20, etc.

The Nitto Big Front rack has the proper sized platform for the Large Trunk
Sack, and you can use the R14 as a front rack.  But neither has a tombstone
for proper Trunk Sack attachment (none of the current Nitto rear racks do).


The Soma Porteur rack is long enough for the Large Trunk Sack, but it's
wider so portions of the rack will stick out on either side of the Trunk
Sack.  Seems like a lot of rack to lug around if you're only using a third
of it.


Personally, I love the Small Trunk Sack.  It's a nice size for daily tools,
phone, and a thin layer.
Conversely, I dislike the Large Trunk Sack.  It's larger than needed for
daily rides, so stuff bounces around loudly in it.  But it's too small for
larger loads.

I have one of each, and the Large (olive) is for sale because it doesn't
work well for me.

I recommend that you get a bag that matches your rack, or vice versa.  If
you like the Soma Porteur rack, consider the Swift Porteur Bag.

Cheers,
Tim

On Tue, Jan 31, 2017 at 7:41 AM, Daniel Betancourt 
wrote:

> I currently have a Nitto M18 front rack and ordered the Sackville
> TrunkSack Large to mount in front of the bike. Has anyone ever mounted this
> bag on their front rack, and if so what rack and method did you use to
> secure the bag?
>
> I ordered the Deluxe Porteur Rack (see liink below) to better
> accommodate the large trunksack but am now worried about the 2.6 lbs it
> weighs and how it will affect handling on the bike. I'm wondering if I
> should cancel the rack order and try and get the trunksack to mount on my
> existing M18 rack.
>
> http://www.somafab.com/archives/product/porteur-rack-stainless-steel
>
> Thanks for any feedback,
> Dan
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Re: [RBW] SKS fender flap removal

[Sky Coulter]

I don't know about the removal, but I cut the fender flap short on my saluki - 
it was scooping up trail debris -- and thought it worked quite nicely.

https://m.flickr.com/#/photos/140959259@N03/30717956536/

Sky in new west

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> 
> Hi all,
> 
> I'm trying to substitute a short fender flap for a long fender flap on my 
> wife's SKS fenders. I am befuddled by long fender flap removal. There's some 
> plastic snapped into plastic. Does anyone know how to remove the large fender 
> flap?
> 
> Thanks in advance.
> 
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Re: [RBW] Re: SKS fender flap removal

[Tim Gavin]

There's a pin in the middle of the clip (shown protruding on Ron Mc's
image).
1) Push that pin all the way out with something small (I use a 2 mm hex).
Don't lose it!
2) Then, the plastic clip can be removed,
3) and then the flap can slide off.

On Tue, Jan 31, 2017 at 8:00 AM, Ron Mc  wrote:

>
> 
> I think you grab the thin end and pull
>
>
> On Tuesday, January 31, 2017 at 7:50:15 AM UTC-6, Jim S. wrote:
>>
>> Hi all,
>>
>> I'm trying to substitute a short fender flap for a long fender flap on my
>> wife's SKS fenders. I am befuddled by long fender flap removal. There's
>> some plastic snapped into plastic. Does anyone know how to remove the large
>> fender flap?
>>
>> Thanks in advance.
>>
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[RBW] Re: SKS fender flap removal

[Ron Mc]

  
I think you grab the thin end and pull


On Tuesday, January 31, 2017 at 7:50:15 AM UTC-6, Jim S. wrote:
>
> Hi all,
>
> I'm trying to substitute a short fender flap for a long fender flap on my 
> wife's SKS fenders. I am befuddled by long fender flap removal. There's 
> some plastic snapped into plastic. Does anyone know how to remove the large 
> fender flap?
>
> Thanks in advance.
>
>
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[RBW] Re: S24o Kit Evaluation

[Pondero]

Justin,

Your list looks a lot like mine, and my trips usually work out pretty well. 
I'll echo what the other guys have already said. You might want all the 
clothes if you anticipate a big temperature change. Sometimes I roll out 
with a short sleeve t-shirt, but haul long woolies, etc. for the chill of a 
long winter night.  But if no big temperature swings are anticipated, you 
can almost take no extra clothes.  Regarding the hammock insulation, I'm a 
Texas guys and don't tolerate cold well. So I take my thermorest pad when 
night temperatures are expected below 70.  I find that it works well for me 
down to the low 30s if I add some additional insultation protection at my 
shoulders and upper arms.

Sometimes I go fairly simple/minimalist with my food, and other times I'll 
haul some extra items and savor the cooking experience.

Have a great time!

Chris Johnson
Sanger, Texas

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[RBW] SKS fender flap removal

[Jim S.]

Hi all,

I'm trying to substitute a short fender flap for a long fender flap on my 
wife's SKS fenders. I am befuddled by long fender flap removal. There's 
some plastic snapped into plastic. Does anyone know how to remove the large 
fender flap?

Thanks in advance.


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[RBW] Re: Mounting a Sackville TrunkSack Large on the front rack of a Sam Hillborne?

[Ron Mc]

You could use a leather strap to loop through the tombstone flap on the 
trunk and secure it to the extra-wide tombstone on the rack.  
https://www.rivbike.com/products/long-buckle-sackville-leather-strap-15-each



did the same thing here with one of the discontinued Sackville hub wipers


On Tuesday, January 31, 2017 at 7:41:02 AM UTC-6, Daniel Betancourt wrote:
>
> I currently have a Nitto M18 front rack and ordered the Sackville 
> TrunkSack Large to mount in front of the bike. Has anyone ever mounted this 
> bag on their front rack, and if so what rack and method did you use to 
> secure the bag?
>
> I ordered the Deluxe Porteur Rack (see liink below) to better 
> accommodate the large trunksack but am now worried about the 2.6 lbs it 
> weighs and how it will affect handling on the bike. I'm wondering if I 
> should cancel the rack order and try and get the trunksack to mount on my 
> existing M18 rack.
>
> http://www.somafab.com/archives/product/porteur-rack-stainless-steel
>
> Thanks for any feedback,
> Dan
>

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Re: [RBW] S24o Kit Evaluation

[Scott Henry]

For kayak camping I will use one of the silver emergency blankets, the ones
folded about the size of a deck of cards, in the hammock between the
hammock and the sleeping bag.
Cheap, easy and quick.

My sons taught me the trick.
Scott


On Tue, Jan 31, 2017 at 7:41 AM, Jeff Lesperance 
wrote:

> I just started hammock camping this past year with a Hennessy hammock,
> which is more of a suspended tent than a hammock, so I'm already carrying a
> fairly hefty shelter vs. your ultralight hammock. I've brought along my
> Thermarest pad all but once, and I never regretted having it, and the one
> time that I didn't bring it - smack in the middle of the summer in the
> mid-Atlantic, I felt cool, but not cold in the middle of the night. This
> comes with a caveat that I was using my Big Agnes sleeping bag that doesn't
> have any padding or insulation on the bottom, rather it has a sleeve to
> hold a pad, so it's more of a blanket with a pocket for a pad.
>
> I've looked at options for adding an insulation or barrier layer to the
> underside of the hammock itself vs. using the Thermarest. Hennesy offers
> this for their hammocks and it looks like I could get away with something
> lighter and less bulky than a Thermarest with this style of solution.
>
> I think I also agree with Bob's comments on clothing, particularly for an
> s24o. I do like comfort, but for an s24o I've gotten right with the idea
> that it's okay, maybe even good, to find myself uncomfortable on occasion.
> I was a Boy Scout in my youth and the motto of "Be Prepared" is in my DNA
> at this point, so it's almost a moment of self-rebellion to not pack an
> extra-extra pair of socks, and shirt, and pants, and... but it's nice to
> get by with the clothes on your back and a decent pocket knife sometimes -
> always have the pocket knife, and means to make coffee.
>
> -Jeff
> Silver Spring, MD
>
> On Tue, Jan 31, 2017 at 6:32 AM, Bob K.  wrote:
>
>> I've only done a bit of bike camping thus far--more backpacking--but in
>> my estimation you're bringing way too much clothing. The weight and bulk
>> add up quickly, and I've come back from far too many trips with unused
>> clothing in the bottom of my backpack. I would, however, definitely add a
>> sleeping pad.
>>
>> YMMV, etc.
>>
>> Bob K. in Baltimore
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[RBW] Mounting a Sackville TrunkSack Large on the front rack of a Sam Hillborne?

[Daniel Betancourt]

I currently have a Nitto M18 front rack and ordered the Sackville TrunkSack 
Large to mount in front of the bike. Has anyone ever mounted this bag on 
their front rack, and if so what rack and method did you use to secure the 
bag?

I ordered the Deluxe Porteur Rack (see liink below) to better 
accommodate the large trunksack but am now worried about the 2.6 lbs it 
weighs and how it will affect handling on the bike. I'm wondering if I 
should cancel the rack order and try and get the trunksack to mount on my 
existing M18 rack.

http://www.somafab.com/archives/product/porteur-rack-stainless-steel

Thanks for any feedback,
Dan

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[RBW] Re: front rack recommendations

[Ron Mc]

I don't think it's available in silver, but the Bruce Gordon Mountain rack 
probably meets all your other criteria.  

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[RBW] Re: front rack recommendations

[Daniel Betancourt]

John,

What bike do you have that porteur rack installed on? I'm asking as that 
rack weighs 2.6 lbs.

Dan

On Wednesday, October 19, 2016 at 2:07:40 PM UTC-4, Surlyprof wrote:
>
> Drew,
>
> I had been eyeing this one by SOMA.  
> http://www.somafab.com/archives/product/porteur-rack-stainless-steel  I 
> liked the fact that it was stainless and had crossbars for panniers.  Matt 
> at Pass and Stow here in the bay area makes great racks, too. (
> http://passstow.com/)  Really helpful guy building heavy duty bike racks. 
>  
>
> John
>
> On Wednesday, October 19, 2016 at 9:11:48 AM UTC-7, drew wrote:
>>
>> im finding myself overloading my nitto m-18+basket regularly, and it is 
>> wiggling and bending more than i approve of. i think id like to replace it 
>> with a non-mini rack. looking around, there seem to be way more options 
>> than i thought there would be, especially with so many porteur style racks 
>> now .So im wondering if its possible to compile a semi comprehensive list 
>> of front racks that fullfill this criteria.
>>
>> -attach to the dropout eyelets
>> -clear 700x50 tires
>> -have an adequate platform for a basket
>> -are steel and silver
>> -are not super big/overbuilt/loaded touring style racks.
>>
>> pannier rails are not needed, but neednt be avoided either. 
>>
>>
>>

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Re: [RBW] S24o Kit Evaluation

[Jeff Lesperance]

I just started hammock camping this past year with a Hennessy hammock,
which is more of a suspended tent than a hammock, so I'm already carrying a
fairly hefty shelter vs. your ultralight hammock. I've brought along my
Thermarest pad all but once, and I never regretted having it, and the one
time that I didn't bring it - smack in the middle of the summer in the
mid-Atlantic, I felt cool, but not cold in the middle of the night. This
comes with a caveat that I was using my Big Agnes sleeping bag that doesn't
have any padding or insulation on the bottom, rather it has a sleeve to
hold a pad, so it's more of a blanket with a pocket for a pad.

I've looked at options for adding an insulation or barrier layer to the
underside of the hammock itself vs. using the Thermarest. Hennesy offers
this for their hammocks and it looks like I could get away with something
lighter and less bulky than a Thermarest with this style of solution.

I think I also agree with Bob's comments on clothing, particularly for an
s24o. I do like comfort, but for an s24o I've gotten right with the idea
that it's okay, maybe even good, to find myself uncomfortable on occasion.
I was a Boy Scout in my youth and the motto of "Be Prepared" is in my DNA
at this point, so it's almost a moment of self-rebellion to not pack an
extra-extra pair of socks, and shirt, and pants, and... but it's nice to
get by with the clothes on your back and a decent pocket knife sometimes -
always have the pocket knife, and means to make coffee.

-Jeff
Silver Spring, MD

On Tue, Jan 31, 2017 at 6:32 AM, Bob K.  wrote:

> I've only done a bit of bike camping thus far--more backpacking--but in my
> estimation you're bringing way too much clothing. The weight and bulk add
> up quickly, and I've come back from far too many trips with unused clothing
> in the bottom of my backpack. I would, however, definitely add a sleeping
> pad.
>
> YMMV, etc.
>
> Bob K. in Baltimore
>
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[RBW] Re: From the mouths of babes.

[ascpgh]

That's great, Marc. We never really know how to go forward if we don't know 
where we are and the insights of those kids is sure interesting.

Andy Cheatham
Pittsburgh

On Sunday, January 29, 2017 at 11:09:25 AM UTC-5, Marc Irwin wrote:
>
> People reading my blog really seem to like this so I thought I would share 
> it here.
>
> http://simplecycle-marc.blogspot.com/2017/01/the-mouths-of-babes.html
>
> Marc
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[RBW] S24o Kit Evaluation

[Bob K.]

I've only done a bit of bike camping thus far--more backpacking--but in my 
estimation you're bringing way too much clothing. The weight and bulk add up 
quickly, and I've come back from far too many trips with unused clothing in the 
bottom of my backpack. I would, however, definitely add a sleeping pad.

YMMV, etc.

Bob K. in Baltimore

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[RBW] S24o Kit Evaluation

[Palmer]

Hi Justin,
I have been using a hammock for 15 years and insulation under you depends on 
temperature. If it is very warm, the hammock cools you nicely. On the other 
hand, I am always cooler in a hammock vs the ground. Here in Michigan, even in 
summer, I have insulation. There are lots of hammock camping forums that cover 
this as much as we do tires, helmets, and planing.
Hope you like the hammock as much as I do.
Tom Palmer
Twin Lake, MI

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