[RBW] Re: 26" road/gravel tire shortage

[Jack K]

Michael,

If you liked your Marathon Racers then you may be happy with the Marathon 
Supreme, but opt for the high-zoot Evo version. If you're used to paying 
Compass/RH tire prices then even the spendy version of the Marathon Supreme 
is bargain priced. Despite the name, Marathon Racers were never a 
particularly fast tire and are now an old design.The Marathon Supreme EVO 
uses Schwalbe's latest tire technologies and does extremely well in testing 
and real world reporting for efficiency, durability, flat shrugoffability, 
road grip, etc...  Can be run tubeless, if that's your thing and the black 
sidewalls with reflective band are durable and surprisingly visible at 
night. I'm running the 26x1.6" EVO version and am quite pleased with them, 
but they're available wider (2"?) if you need more meat. I've ordered 
several sets over a couple of years from EU-based mailorder shops (usually 
Bike24, Starbike or Bike-Discount.de) and never paid more than $40 / tire 
for the most expensive folding EVO version.

If you'd like links to credible instrumented testing of this tire I can 
look that up for you. Record setting Velomobiles often use a 26" tire out 
back and every watt is precious to those guys, so there's been more than a 
little lab testing and real world experience with 26" road-going tires. 
Being part of Schwalbe's Trekking tire line the Marathon Supreme isn't the 
lightest, fastest 26" road tire out there, but for everyday use I find it a 
great combination of zippiness and toughness.

-Jack K.

On Friday, August 28, 2020 at 5:23:28 PM UTC-4, Michael Hechmer wrote:
>
> Our touring tandem has 26" wheels, and yes when we bought the bike ten 
> years ago I got, much to my regret, talked out of 650B.  All water under 
> the bridge.  We rode Schawbe Marathon Racers 1.5"  for 6 years and then 
> switched to Compass 1.75.  The latter have thinner, tan sidewalls which 
> have worn out way before the tread.  Now, in search of tires I am not 
> finding much in the way of 26" tires not designed for mt bike single track. 
>  The Marathon Racers still seems to exist in theory, but we haven't been 
> able to actually find one to buy.Compass still has  26" tires, but with 
> light weight sidewalls and a $71 price tag.   Any  other leads appreciated.
>
> The opening words on the RBW tire page proclaim that GP would prefer to 
> carry fewer tire choices, but one good medium duty 26" road tire could 
> corner the market. 
>
> Michael
>

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[RBW] Re: I found a nice shoe for riding without clips and straps

[Jack K]

Joel wrote:

> Now those look like bike shoes.  I used to wear ones like these for years. 
>  
> https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/133495378494
>

 I recently listed a NOS pair of those Sidi Touring shoes on ebay and they 
sold within minutes to a guy in Japan. Fastest eBay sale ever ...  It would 
appear there are folks who like those Sidi shoes enough to have automated 
searches constantly watching for them. They are really nice cyclo shoes.

-Jack

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[RBW] Re: FS: NEW Ortlieb Sport-Packer Plus Panniers (Yellow!)

[Jack K]

New image ...

On Thursday, August 20, 2020 at 3:14:27 PM UTC-4, Jack K wrote:
>
> I have a new-in-box pair of yellow Ortlieb Sport-Packer Plus panniers I'd 
> like to sell. These have become highly sought after collectibles (not 
> really!), since Ortlieb discontinued the yellow color several years ago. 
> These are 30L total, so large-ish fronts or small-ish rears, use Ortlieb's 
> welded, fully waterproof, construction and mount with the QL2 system. 
> Bought, but never used, and now I ride recumbent and have panniers 
> optimized for that type of bike. MSRP of current (non-yellow) Sport-Packer 
> Plus is $225. $175 + $20 shipping (add $5 additional shipping west of the 
> Mississippi)
>
> Cheers,
>
> -Jack
>

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Re: [RBW] Re: Hot Waxing Chains

[Jack K]

I've been following a variant of Zero Friction Adam's suggested routine for 
years, but unlike Adam I adopted that routine out of laziness. I hot wax 
with Chain Wax(TM), a paraffin + PTFE product that I bought a lifetime 
supply of when it went off the market 20-ish years ago. Between hot waxings 
I lube up with Boeshield (usually) or ProGold (until the bottle runs out). 
Somewhere I got a tiny drip bottle of Boeshield about the size of my thumb, 
which is easy to carry on the bike when need be and it's easy to refill. 

Boeshield is fairly clean stuff, but eventually the chain does get to the 
point where it leaves a smudge on your calf if you bump it. I take that as 
a sign it's time for an off-bike clean and hot wax treatment. Sounds like 
maybe Smoov would be better than Boeshield? I'll likely give it a try in a 
decade or so when my supply of Boeshield runs out.

-Jack

On Thursday, August 6, 2020 at 7:45:16 AM UTC-4, ☆ Paul ☆ wrote:
>
> Hello Everyone. 
>
> I contacted Adam Kerin a few weeks back, who runs Zero Friction. (http://
> www.zerofrictioncycling.com.au). His website's mission is to get the 
> lowest friction possible on bicycle chains for bike racing. While that's 
> the antithesis to Rivendell, I asked him about the cleanest chain lube that 
> doesn't involve waxing, since one side effect of low friction is lubes are 
> many are very clean. He wrote a REALLY LONG response, the upshot being he 
> likes SMOOV lube. I ordered some and it arrived yesterday!
>
> Adam's recommendation was to wax once, then use Smoov after. Waxing is a 
> lot of work, so as an experiment yesterday I just cleaned the hell out of 
> one of my chains by sticking it in a big plastic bottle, covering it with 
> chain degreaser, and shaking it (Sheldon Brown method). Then went over it a 
> second time with a brush and did the same with my drivetrain. Still a 
> little grease in the joints of the chain, but shiny clean and not sticky 
> for the most part . I'm going to try Smoov today and will report back.
>
> Adam also sells pre-waxed and pre-cleaned chains.
>
> Here's Adam's long response for those of you who want to read it:
>
> "Waxing is by far and way the best but outright treatment if longevity is 
> not its main brief and if push re-wax treatments then past about 300km the 
> chain will feel and sound very dry and friction and wear ramps up, and 
> popping them off for a re-wax all the time may not be feasible for your 
> operation.
>
> The best combo is likely to be an initial remove chain and strip clean 
> factory grease as per instructions in my wax zen master guide ( factory 
> grease needs to come off anyway), and initially wax with msw. Then after 
> bikes have done about 200kms move to smoove. Smoove is a very cheap but 
> very long lasting per application lube with excellent low wear and 
> contamination resistance. A bottle is $25 and lasts a long time – you only 
> apply 2 to 3ml per re lube and a re-lube will last about 800km. Re-lube 
> technique with smoove is important however, lube needs to be warm (and 
> preferably chain as well but it will be ok if not - its just better if it 
> is), work in thoroughly by backpedalling about 30 times, then WIPE OFF 
> EXCESS THROUGLY, and allow overnight set. Doing this smoove stays very 
> clean and not gunky for a good stretch, however every approx. 3000km a 
> clean and start over is great if you can.
>
> Many use msw start then smoove for cycling holidays, cross continent races 
> etc – it is a great combo – msw negates smooves initial penetration issues.
>
> Have a look at waxing zen master guide and smoove advanced application 
> guide – may seem a bit but in reality its easy, and it will help kids learn 
> some great skills, and it will deliver the level of low maintenance, low 
> friction and very cheap lubricant running costs you are looking for.
> (only issues is both myself and importer are currently out of smoove, but 
> more in stock soon… ish…..)
>
> IF one slathers smoove on and doesn’t wipe excess then you will gunk 
> things up, but if you apply as per instructions you leave a high performing 
> lubricant INSIDE the chain where it is needed, not outside to gather 
> airborne dust and contamination and so the outside stays impressively clean 
> for an impressive period. With traditional oils / wet lubes ever single 
> particle of airborne dust (of which there is a lot, just shine a bright 
> torch into the air at night) will stick on contact which is why they go 
> downhill very quickly re mess, friction and wear. Don’t even get me started 
> on white lightning lubes, they are up there as the worst in the industry. 
> You could walk into your pantry right now and randomly mix together 
> anything you have in there that is liquid, and you will make a better lube 
> than any white lightning product.
>
> Smoove sets to a semi solid plastic state so it is very contamination 
> resistant and so wont be phased much by puddles and general airborne 

[RBW] Re: FS: Paul's Racer-M, Grand Cru Brakeset, NOS Avocet O2 Air 40M Ti Saddle, Phil BB Rings, etc...

[Jack K]

Updated list of what's sold and what's yet to be sold ...

-Jack 


   - *(SOLD) NEW Avocet O2 Air 40M Titanium Saddle:* Bought as 
   new-old-stock 15-ish years ago and hoarded for the day the one on my RB-1 
   wore out, but it never did. Absolutely pristine, the ultimate saddle from 
   Avocet. If I wasn’t riding recumbents exclusively now there’s no way I’d be 
   selling this.  *$120 + $10 shipping*
   - *EC+ Silca Impero Pump + Campy Head:* Very nearly “like new”, white 
   frame fit body + steel Campy head. This is a smallish pump, tip of Campy 
   head to tip of handle with spring not compressed is 50 cm. With spring 
   fully compressed it's 43 cm.  *$75 + $10 shipping*
   - *(SOLD) NEW Four(4) Stainless Steel Bottle Cages:* New in packaging, 
   traditional style, Tallac brand tubular stainless steel, satin finish, 49 
   grams each.  *$44 + $6 shipping*
   - *Pair (2) Panaracer RiBMo PT *Folding* Tires 700x32C:* Came on a new 
   bike and ridden 15-20 miles before my preferred tires arrived in the mail. 
   Part of Panaracer’s Urban line this is a top-of-the-line commute tire with 
   Panaracer’s Protek casing and Mile Cruncher tread technologies.  *$40/pair 
   + $10 shipping*
   - *NEW Hollywood Racks Fork Block:* New in packaging heavy-duty fork 
   block for mounting in truck bed or on a wood plank to create your own 
   custom bike transport system – this thing: 
   https://www.etrailer.com/Truck-Bed-Bike-Racks/Hollywood-Racks/HRT970.html   
   *$12 + $7 shipping*
   - *(SOLD) Tandem Rear Wheel (all silver!):* 700c, 48 spoke, 140mm 
   spacing, Suzue Sealed-Tech bolt-on freewheel hub with drag brake mount, Sun 
   Chinook rim, stainless spokes of some ilk, brass nipples, high-pressure 
   Michelin rim strip installed. Came on my very early 90’s Burley tandem and 
   ridden several years before being retired to my garage. Very good 
   condition, but could use a bearing repack and adjust. Can get pic if 
   interested.  *$25 + actual shipping via ShipBikes.com*
   - *(SOLD) EC+ Paul’s Racer-M Center-pull Brakes:* Black, center mount 
   (recessed), installed and stored in my garage after a test ride, perfectly 
   clean and like-new except slight marks in the black finish where the brake 
   shoes bolted down (likely covered by your brakes shoes). Includes 
   everything except brake shoes. I’m including new-in-packaging upgraded 
   Tektro straddle cables & CNC’ed cable hangers. These brakes: 
   
https://www.paulcomp.com/shop/components/brakes/center-pull-brakes/racer-medium/
  
   MSRP $300+. *$200 + $10 shipping*
   - *NEW Velo Orange Grand Cru Brakeset:* New, never installed, but I 
   upgraded the VO pads to Kool-Stop Salmon and used an emery board to reduce 
   the mold seam in the center of the pad in preparation to install them. 
   Includes short and long fork bolts, plus hex wrench. These guys: 
   
https://velo-orange.com/products/grand-cru-long-reach-brakes?variant=51591467783
 
   MSRP $170  *$140 + $10 shipping*
   - *NEW Phil BB Alloy Mounting Rings: *New-in-box, light!, English 
   threading. * $36 + $4 shipping*



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[RBW] Re: Speedometer, wired or wireless recommendations.

[Jack K]

Although many folks are now using GPS based units or smart phone apps, 
there are still nice olde tyme wheel-magnet-counting cycling computers 
available -- to my eye anyway. My most recent cyclocomputer purchase was a 
Cateye Strada Slim which I like better than any other traditional cycling 
computer I've owned over the years. Very small unit with big display, 
lightweight (if that matters), wireless, batteries last multiple seasons. 

I also have Garmin Touring GPS based unit, which I like, but that's really 
a very different animal. If I need/want turn-by-turn routing, which I often 
do, then I'm grateful to have the GPS option. But if navigation or 
performance data for post-ride analysis isn't needed then the Cateye is way 
more convenient, smaller, lighter, doesn't need to be charged prior to each 
use and, well, just feels like enough computer tech on my bars for JRA.

There are plenty of other options for a traditional cyclocomputer, but if 
you haven't seen the Cateye Strada Slim you may want to have a look at it 
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https://www.bikeinn.com/bike/cateye-rd310-strada-slim/124645/p?utm_source=google_products_medium=merchant_producte=500126=us=CjwKCAjwmrn5BRB2EiwAZgL9orqIIzblpWn7DRF55PVWoPe_yHkSDUYZB_-EvULSbn7SbqYRWCV_xhoCfLgQAvD_BwE=aw.ds

Cheers,

-Jack K.

On Saturday, August 8, 2020 at 4:39:16 PM UTC-4, Joel Stern wrote:
>
> I always loved my Cateye Astral, seems they are gone.  Researching leaves 
> me no real choices.  Looking for mph, time riding, total miles, no loss of 
> settings when changing a battery.  If I go by online reviews there seem to 
> be no very good choices.  Thanks
>

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[RBW] Re: FS: Paul's Racer-M, Grand Cru Brakeset, NOS Avocet O2 Air 40M Ti Saddle, Phil BB Rings, etc...

[Jack K]

Update on items sold and not yet sold ...

-Jack

   - *(SOLD) NEW Avocet O2 Air 40M Titanium Saddle:* Bought as 
   new-old-stock 15-ish years ago and hoarded for the day the one on my RB-1 
   wore out, but it never did. Absolutely pristine, the ultimate saddle from 
   Avocet. If I wasn’t riding recumbents exclusively now there’s no way I’d be 
   selling this.  *$120 + $10 shipping*
   - *EC+ Silca Impero Pump + Campy Head:* Very nearly “like new”, white 
   frame fit body + steel Campy head. This is a smallish pump, tip of Campy 
   head to tip of handle with spring not compressed is 50 cm. With spring 
   fully compressed it's 43 cm.  *$75 + $10 shipping*
   - *(SOLD) NEW Four(4) Stainless Steel Bottle Cages:* New in packaging, 
   traditional style, Tallac brand tubular stainless steel, satin finish, 49 
   grams each.  *$44 + $6 shipping*
   - *Pair (2) Panaracer RiBMo PT *Folding* Tires 700x32C:* Came on a new 
   bike and ridden 15-20 miles before my preferred tires arrived in the mail. 
   Part of Panaracer’s Urban line this is a top-of-the-line commute tire with 
   Panaracer’s Protek casing and Mile Cruncher tread technologies.  *$40/pair 
   + $10 shipping*
   - *NEW Hollywood Racks Fork Block:* New in packaging heavy-duty fork 
   block for mounting in truck bed or on a wood plank to create your own 
   custom bike transport system – this thing: 
   https://www.etrailer.com/Truck-Bed-Bike-Racks/Hollywood-Racks/HRT970.html   
   *$12 + $7 shipping*
   - *(SOLD) Tandem Rear Wheel (all silver!):* 700c, 48 spoke, 140mm 
   spacing, Suzue Sealed-Tech bolt-on freewheel hub with drag brake mount, Sun 
   Chinook rim, stainless spokes of some ilk, brass nipples, high-pressure 
   Michelin rim strip installed. Came on my very early 90’s Burley tandem and 
   ridden several years before being retired to my garage. Very good 
   condition, but could use a bearing repack and adjust. Can get pic if 
   interested.  *$25 + actual shipping via ShipBikes.com*
   - *EC+ Paul’s Racer-M Center-pull Brakes:* Black, center mount 
   (recessed), installed and stored in my garage after a test ride, perfectly 
   clean and like-new except slight marks in the black finish where the brake 
   shoes bolted down (likely covered by your brakes shoes). Includes 
   everything except brake shoes. I’m including new-in-packaging upgraded 
   Tektro straddle cables & CNC’ed cable hangers. These brakes: 
   
https://www.paulcomp.com/shop/components/brakes/center-pull-brakes/racer-medium/
  
   MSRP $300+. *$200 + $10 shipping*
   - *NEW Velo Orange Grand Cru Brakeset:* New, never installed, but I 
   upgraded the VO pads to Kool-Stop Salmon and used an emery board to reduce 
   the mold seam in the center of the pad in preparation to install them. 
   Includes short and long fork bolts, plus hex wrench. These guys: 
   
https://velo-orange.com/products/grand-cru-long-reach-brakes?variant=51591467783
 
   MSRP $170  *$140 + $10 shipping*
   - *NEW Phil BB Alloy Mounting Rings: *New-in-box, light!, English 
   threading. * $36 + $4 shipping*


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[RBW] Re: FS: Paul's Racer-M, Grand Cru Brakeset, NOS Avocet O2 Air 40M Ti Saddle, Phil BB Rings, etc...

[Jack K]

The bottle cages are sold (5 times over actually). All else still available.

-Jack

On Friday, August 7, 2020 at 2:21:26 AM UTC-4, Jack K wrote:
>
> I’ve been slowly selling off my garage-sized cache of bike bits over the 
> last two years. Trying to keep up the “less is more” momentum. Items on 
> offer today include:
>
>- *NEW Avocet O2 Air 40M Titanium Saddle:* Bought as new-old-stock 
>15-ish years ago and hoarded for the day the one on my RB-1 wore out, but 
>it never did. Absolutely pristine, the ultimate saddle from Avocet. If I 
>wasn’t riding recumbents exclusively now there’s no way I’d be selling 
>this.  *$120 + $10 shipping*
>- *EC+ Silca Impero Pump + Campy Head:* Very nearly “like new”, white 
>frame fit body + steel Campy head. This is a smallish pump, tip of Campy 
>head to tip of handle with spring not compressed is 50 cm. With spring 
>fully compressed it's 43 cm.  *$75 + $10 shipping*
>- *NEW Four(4) Stainless Steel Bottle Cages:* New in packaging, 
>traditional style, Tallac brand tubular stainless steel, satin finish, 49 
>grams each.  *$44 + $6 shipping*
>- *Pair (2) Panaracer RiBMo PT *Folding* Tires 700x32C:* Came on a new 
>bike and ridden 15-20 miles before my preferred tires arrived in the mail. 
>Part of Panaracer’s Urban line this is a top-of-the-line commute tire with 
>Panaracer’s Protek casing and Mile Cruncher tread technologies.  *$40/pair 
>+ $10 shipping*
>- *NEW Hollywood Racks Fork Block:* New in packaging heavy-duty fork 
>block for mounting in truck bed or on a wood plank to create your own 
>custom bike transport system – this thing: 
>https://www.etrailer.com/Truck-Bed-Bike-Racks/Hollywood-Racks/HRT970.html  
>  
>*$12 + $7 shipping*
>- *Tandem Rear Wheel (all silver!):* 700c, 48 spoke, 140mm spacing, 
>Suzue Sealed-Tech bolt-on freewheel hub with drag brake mount, Sun Chinook 
>rim, stainless spokes of some ilk, brass nipples, high-pressure Michelin 
>rim strip installed. Came on my very early 90’s Burley tandem and ridden 
>several years before being retired to my garage. Very good condition, but 
>could use a bearing repack and adjust. Can get pic if interested.  *$25 
>+ actual shipping via ShipBikes.com*
>- *EC+ Paul’s Racer-M Center-pull Brakes:* Black, center mount 
>(recessed), installed and stored in my garage after a test ride, perfectly 
>clean and like-new except slight marks in the black finish where the brake 
>shoes bolted down (likely covered by your brakes shoes). Includes 
>everything except brake shoes. I’m including new-in-packaging upgraded 
>Tektro straddle cables & CNC’ed cable hangers. These brakes: 
>
> https://www.paulcomp.com/shop/components/brakes/center-pull-brakes/racer-medium/
>   
>MSRP $300+. *$200 + $10 shipping*
>- *NEW Velo Orange Grand Cru Brakeset:* New, never installed, but I 
>upgraded the VO pads to Kool-Stop Salmon and used an emery board to reduce 
>the mold seam in the center of the pad in preparation to install them. 
>Includes short and long fork bolts, plus hex wrench. These guys: 
>
> https://velo-orange.com/products/grand-cru-long-reach-brakes?variant=51591467783
>  
>MSRP $170  *$140 + $10 shipping*
>- *NEW Phil BB Mounting Rings: *New-in-box, alloy, English threading. 
> * $36 + $4 shipping *
>
> Cheers,
>
>
> -Jack
>

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[RBW] Re: FS: Old Man Mountain Sherpa Front/Rear Rack

[Jack K]

The rack has been sold.

-Jack



On Thursday, July 30, 2020 at 11:46:45 PM UTC-4, Jack K wrote:
>
> I have a pre-owned OMM Sherpa rack that I purchased to test fit on my 
> recumbent, but decided to go with a different rack that fit that wacky bike 
> better. Old Man Mountain makes these racks in the USA, so the price is a 
> bit high ($210+ for this Sherpa), but so is the quality. The rack is rated 
> for 70 lbs and can be installed on the front of rear of a QR equipped bike, 
> with or without disc brakes. Includes the required extra long QR and the 
> upper "arms". You'll need to supply M5 bolts and P-clamps if you need them. 
> If you have Through-Axles or another fit issue various "Fit Kits" are 
> available for a custom fit on almost any bike.
>
> It's this rack: 
> https://oldmanmountain.com/product/sherpa-frame-fit-kit-complete-bike-rack/
>
> Rack is used, but in excellent shape. $85 + $20 shipping.
>
> Cheers,
>
> -Jack
>

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[RBW] Re: FS: Old Man Mountain Sherpa Front/Rear Rack

[Jack K]

Hey DRW,

Private reply sent!

-J

On Friday, July 31, 2020 at 11:46:55 AM UTC-4, Drw wrote:
>
> Hey Jack, 
> Im interested in this for a bike friday. Could you pm me, i cant see how 
> to private message in this new interface. 
>
> On Thursday, July 30, 2020 at 8:46:45 PM UTC-7 Jack K wrote:
>
>> I have a pre-owned OMM Sherpa rack that I purchased to test fit on my 
>> recumbent, but decided to go with a different rack that fit that wacky bike 
>> better. Old Man Mountain makes these racks in the USA, so the price is a 
>> bit high ($210+ for this Sherpa), but so is the quality. The rack is rated 
>> for 70 lbs and can be installed on the front of rear of a QR equipped bike, 
>> with or without disc brakes. Includes the required extra long QR and the 
>> upper "arms". You'll need to supply M5 bolts and P-clamps if you need them. 
>> If you have Through-Axles or another fit issue various "Fit Kits" are 
>> available for a custom fit on almost any bike.
>>
>> It's this rack: 
>> https://oldmanmountain.com/product/sherpa-frame-fit-kit-complete-bike-rack/
>>
>> Rack is used, but in excellent shape. $85 + $20 shipping.
>>
>> Cheers,
>>
>> -Jack
>>
>

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[RBW] Re: Bike Racks, non hitch recommendations.

[Jack K]

Hi all,

Likely not a good choice for Joel, since he's mentioned only needing 
occasional use, but I thought I'd mention a rack that appears to fill a 
unique niche in the marketplace and was the only cost effective solution I 
found for my rack needs ...  The Thule Raceway Platform PRO 2 is a bumper 
mount rack that uses trays to carry 2 bikes, like many hitch racks do; this 
thing:
https://www.thule.com/en-us/bike-rack/trunk-bike-racks/thule-raceway-platform-pro-2-_-1685475
 

I wanted a hitch mount rack, but the cheapest hitch I could find for my 
vehicle was $800+, then another $300+ for the rack, which doesn't seem like 
a prudent investment on a 15 year old car. Supporting the weight of a bike 
on it's wheels makes a lot more sense to me than creating a couple of point 
loads not far from the center of the bike's top tube, which most trunk 
mount racks do. In my case the bike I wanted to transport doesn't have a 
top tube, so trays were preferred, if not required. I'm not aware of 
another tray style rack that's also bumper mount, so I was pretty excited 
to find this model Thule. Not cheap, but I found mine for $300 brand new, 
in the box, so there are deals out there. 

I also have a Saris Bones 2 rack that I've had for 15-ish years and still 
use to transport my tandem occasionally. People seem to love the Bones and 
it was state of the art 20 years ago, but if you compare the methods and 
materials it uses to secure the bicycle(s) to the rack and the rack to the 
car it's apparent that rack technology has continued to advance and racks 
like my Thule Raceway Pro Platform or other premium models are in a 
different league. They'll cost more than a Bones, even used, but after 
having my prized Bridgestone RB-1's top-tube damaged on a older "hang by 
the top-tube" rack a couple of years ago I'm willing to spend a bit for a 
rack that better protects my bike, my car and my nerves. 

-Jack


On Sunday, July 19, 2020 at 6:34:41 PM UTC-4, Joel Stern wrote:
>
> I used to use a Thule then I went roof rack.  Can’t do that now due to 
> lifting.  I have a sedan and my wife has a Crosstrek, would like a rack for 
> 2 bikes I can use on both.  What are you using and/or recommending?  
>
> Thanks. 
>
> Joel 
>

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[RBW] Re: FS: Touring / Bikepacking Stuffs -- Big Agnes Tents, Snow Peak Ti Cookset, ...

[Jack K]

Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL1 Bikepack tent (MSRP $400) is still available 
and now reduced to *$325 + $15 shipping *(within ConUS).

Cheers,

-Jack

On Wednesday, June 17, 2020 at 4:56:42 PM UTC-4, Jack K wrote:
>
> Updated FS list below:
>
>
>- *NEW! Big Agnes ***Bikepack* Copper Spur HV UL1 Tent: *2 lb 12 oz 
>including all stakes, guy lines and the stuff sack covered in "daisy 
> chain" 
>loops! This is the latest bikepacking specific version of BA's famed 1 
>person Copper Spur freestanding tent. The Bikepack version has many small 
>upgrades from the standard Copper Spur, but most importantly it uses 
>shorter pole sections so it can be strapped to most bike's handlebars, 
>between the brake levers. Read about it here: 
>https://www.bigagnes.com/Copper-Spur-HV-UL1-Bikepack 
>
> <https://www.google.com/url?q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bigagnes.com%2FCopper-Spur-HV-UL1-Bikepack=D=1=AFQjCNFjP6aQAJmmKBLu3LOZz0jdiQM4Kw>
>   
>Received for Christmas, but never even opened the stuff sack, still has 
> all 
>tags attached. Santa got my order wrong, I wanted the 2 person version of 
>this tent, so I bought it myself and am quietly selling this one that was 
>gifted to me. MSRP $399, 
>
> *$335 + $15 shipping *
>- *(SOLD) NEW-ish Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL2 MTN GLO Tent:* Slept in 
>exactly one night in my backyard with a tarp under it, so a 9 year old pal 
>could "try camping". Never wet, never eaten in, no dirt, no marks, no 
>tears, no nothing ... I used my own Ti stakes to pitch this the one time 
> it 
>was pitched, so the supplied BA stakes are new, never used. 3 lb 4 oz 
>including all stakes, guy lines, stuff sack and LED lighting sewn into 
> roof 
>of tent. This is the 2 person version of BA's Copper Spur freestanding 
>tent, with the addition of a string of very low power LED's sewn into the 
>roof of the tent. Creates plenty of light to read or play cards for the 
>duration of your trip using a couple of AA batteries (or a USB powerbank). 
>If you camp with a partner, way better than blinding each other with 
>headlamps. Bought last spring for a bike touring trip I didn't end up 
>taking, then I switched recumbents and this was about an inch too long to 
>fit under the frame of the new bike, so I switched to the Bikepack version 
>of this tent. See it here: 
>https://www.rei.com/product/880753/big-agnes-copper-spur-ul-2-mtnglo-tent 
>
> <https://www.google.com/url?q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F880753%2Fbig-agnes-copper-spur-ul-2-mtnglo-tent=D=1=AFQjCNFvmGhHWmTpEZVYiaMdEWuM5JvkUA>
> 
>
>
> *$325 + $15 shipping *
>- *(SOLD) NEW Snow Peak Titanium Cookset SCS-020T: *New-In-Box 
>ultralight cookset, includes 1L pot + .5L frypan/lid + .7L pot + 340ml 
>frypan/lid + mesh storage bag. This guy: 
> *https://www.rei.com/product/668927/snow-peak-titanium-multi-compact-cookset 
>
> <https://www.rei.com/product/668927/snow-peak-titanium-multi-compact-cookset> 
>   * 
>
> *$80 + $10 shipping *
>- *NEW Fat Daddio's 5" Pro Cake Pan: *Absolutely the best aluminum 
>pans for dry baking over a camp stove. Mail-ordered the next smaller size 
>when I realized this was too big for my .9 liter Evernew Ti pot. Have 
> baked 
>lots of muffins, corn bread, brownies, scones, etc... over my alcohol and 
>butane canister stoves with the next smaller size. My understanding is 
> this 
>size is a great fit in the Evernew 1.3L pot, or larger.  *$5 + $5 
>shipping*
>
>
>
>

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[RBW] Re: FS: Touring / Bikepacking Stuffs -- Big Agnes Tents, Snow Peak Ti Cookset, ...

[Jack K]

Updated FS list below:


   - *NEW! Big Agnes ***Bikepack* Copper Spur HV UL1 Tent: *2 lb 12 oz 
   including all stakes, guy lines and the stuff sack covered in "daisy chain" 
   loops! This is the latest bikepacking specific version of BA's famed 1 
   person Copper Spur freestanding tent. The Bikepack version has many small 
   upgrades from the standard Copper Spur, but most importantly it uses 
   shorter pole sections so it can be strapped to most bike's handlebars, 
   between the brake levers. Read about it here: 
   https://www.bigagnes.com/Copper-Spur-HV-UL1-Bikepack 
   

  
   Received for Christmas, but never even opened the stuff sack, still has all 
   tags attached. Santa got my order wrong, I wanted the 2 person version of 
   this tent, so I bought it myself and am quietly selling this one that was 
   gifted to me. MSRP $399, 

*$335 + $15 shipping *
   - *(SOLD) NEW-ish Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL2 MTN GLO Tent:* Slept in 
   exactly one night in my backyard with a tarp under it, so a 9 year old pal 
   could "try camping". Never wet, never eaten in, no dirt, no marks, no 
   tears, no nothing ... I used my own Ti stakes to pitch this the one time it 
   was pitched, so the supplied BA stakes are new, never used. 3 lb 4 oz 
   including all stakes, guy lines, stuff sack and LED lighting sewn into roof 
   of tent. This is the 2 person version of BA's Copper Spur freestanding 
   tent, with the addition of a string of very low power LED's sewn into the 
   roof of the tent. Creates plenty of light to read or play cards for the 
   duration of your trip using a couple of AA batteries (or a USB powerbank). 
   If you camp with a partner, way better than blinding each other with 
   headlamps. Bought last spring for a bike touring trip I didn't end up 
   taking, then I switched recumbents and this was about an inch too long to 
   fit under the frame of the new bike, so I switched to the Bikepack version 
   of this tent. See it here: 
   https://www.rei.com/product/880753/big-agnes-copper-spur-ul-2-mtnglo-tent 
   


   

*$325 + $15 shipping *
   - *(SOLD) NEW Snow Peak Titanium Cookset SCS-020T: *New-In-Box 
   ultralight cookset, includes 1L pot + .5L frypan/lid + .7L pot + 340ml 
   frypan/lid + mesh storage bag. This guy: 
*https://www.rei.com/product/668927/snow-peak-titanium-multi-compact-cookset 
   
   
* 

*$80 + $10 shipping *
   - *NEW Fat Daddio's 5" Pro Cake Pan: *Absolutely the best aluminum pans 
   for dry baking over a camp stove. Mail-ordered the next smaller size when I 
   realized this was too big for my .9 liter Evernew Ti pot. Have baked lots 
   of muffins, corn bread, brownies, scones, etc... over my alcohol and butane 
   canister stoves with the next smaller size. My understanding is this size 
   is a great fit in the Evernew 1.3L pot, or larger.  *$5 + $5 shipping*



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[RBW] Re: Recumbent help for Dad, un-Rivy post

[Jack K]

Joe Bernard wrote:
>
> You can be baffled all you want, 

Thanks for allowing me that leeway Joe, as I continue to not understand the 
point of your most recent post.
 

> it's an opinion on an opinion forum to a post asking for an opinion. 

Perhaps this is part of the reason we're not understanding each other very 
well, I interpreted Jeffrey's post as a request for information. Opinion 
can be informative, but it should be presented as opinion rather than as a 
statement of fact.
 

> I was into 'bents for a few years and found them to be quite a drag on 
> climbs, and I extrapolate that out to an overweight fellow with bad knees 
> probably not being thrilled with the experience. 

As I wrote earlier (and provided some reasons for), it's common for people 
to have more difficulty climbing on a bent, whether it has 2 or 3 wheels. 
Unless you're only talking about single speed bents I don't understand why 
you would "extrapolate that out to an overweight fellow with bad knees 
probably not being thrilled with the experience." Can you explain further? 
All my bikes have multigear drivetrains, so it's possible to shift into a 
lower gear when climbing a hill. A trike will be stable no matter how slow 
it's going, so it can be geared down much, much lower than a two wheeled 
bike. If one is willing to climb hills at slow speed then a trike can get a 
rider with "bad knees" up a hill with less knee stress (if that means force 
transferred through the knee) than any two wheeled recumbent or upright 
bike. You just have to be willing to twiddle away at a comfortable cadence 
while doing only 2 mph on the climb. This kind of "easy on the knees" 
gearing isn't possible on a two wheeled velocipede, whether one sits on the 
velocipede upright or recumbent. 

If he gets a motor then all that is out the window. At any rate it's an 
> opinion on a topic that really boils down to "ride as many as you can and 
> pick what works for you", which is what Bentrider Online is going to tell 
> him. 


Yes, a motor may be a good option, which is why I also mentioned it. Yes, 
"ride as many as you can and pick what works for you" is a great idea, 
which is why I suggested it. Suggesting a particular type, brand and model 
based on very incomplete information is a recipe for disappointment, if not 
disaster.

-Jack K.

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[RBW] Re: Recumbent help for Dad, un-Rivy post

[Jack K]

I'm a bit baffled how we were able to identify the perfect type/brand/model 
of recumbent for Jeffery's dad, when so little about Jeffery's dad's 
cycling needs, wants and ambitions were stated. Maybe gobsmacked would be a 
better description than "baffled". In any case, I'd strongly suggest a road 
trip to a recumbent shop or browsing Craigslist to find some designs to 
try. Anything else is mere guesswork, at best, based on incomplete 
information.

Delta trikes fell out of favor in part because the design is inherently 
less stable than a similar capability tadpole design. Can the stability of 
a delta design be increased? Sure, but the more stable design will trade 
off other qualities. In particular, a well designed stable delta is going 
to give up significantly on sportiness and fun in the ride quality. All 
sporty trikes I know of are tadpole design, but not all tadpole design 
trikes are targeted at sporty riding with low-slung, extremely reclined 
seats. Here's one example of a more relaxed tadpole: 
http://www.ti-trikes.com/  BTW, I don't have a dog in this race, and don't 
even care for trikes myself, but wanted to clear up a misconception.

I'm also perplexed by the statement, "recumbents in general aren't awesome 
for bad knees on hills without a motor." Can you explain further? 
Recumbents generally don't climb well (quickly) because they're usually 
heavier and the rider can't stand to mash the pedals to get over a steep 
section. The only option is to "sit and spin", which is why recumbents 
usually use lower gearing than upright bikes and, importantly, why they can 
be easier on knees than a stand and mash geared upright bike. Certainly the 
fit requirements for any particular recumbent, trike or bike, need to be 
addressed by the user or his bike shop, which they often aren't. For 
example, many people find spinning lower gears the way to go on a recumbent 
and many of those folks find it easier to spin low gears with crank arms 
that are considerably shorter than they're used to on an upright bike. I 
always preferred 170mm's on upright road bikes, but even 165's were clumsy 
when riding recumbent. I'm currently riding 152 and 155mm arms, but lots of 
recumbent folks are riding much shorter than that (140mm or even shorter) 
to foster high RPM, low oomph, easy on the knees pedaling. I'd refer anyone 
interested in this topic to the many discussions on Bent Rider OnLine, 
where the topic is discussed more than you'd likely care to read.

-Jack K.


On Tuesday, May 26, 2020 at 2:22:26 PM UTC-4, Joe Bernard wrote:
>
> The short answer is that Hase electric sounds perfect for his needs if 
> he's willing to spend the money. But I agree that trying a non-electric 
> step-thru is a good idea first to see if he's happy getting some exercise 
> on a regular bike. In spite of not knowing much about recumbents you seem 
> to already know the parameters pretty well. 

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[RBW] Re: FS: NEW Paul's Racer & Racer-M Sets, TechnoGlide H/S, Deda Bar Tape

[Jack K]

Max,

Thanks for the update, it's great to see the Racer M's found such a great 
home! Really love the blue & cream with silver components and the mix of 
bits of classic and more modern aesthetic.

The first photo was taken in Cambridge? It sure looks like Cambridge. I've 
moved around a fair bit for work, but my favorite move was two years I 
spent in Watertown right on the Cambridge border. Really a fabulous place 
to live, but even more so if you're a cyclist. Really, really miss that 
place ...

Cheers,

-Jack


On Monday, May 25, 2020 at 5:48:13 PM UTC-4, maxcr wrote:
>
> Joe and Jack, thanks for your help. 
>
> The Paul brakes worked great, take a look at the final build. I took a 
> trip to Vermont last weekend, where James and Candice (and Mark) did their 
> magic and a bunch of parts plus this frame and fork turned into this sweet 
> bike. They also did some amazing work on my other bikes, but that's for 
> another thread.
>
> I've said it before but they are the really awesome: knowledgeable, 
> diligent, patient and overall just great people. If you haven't tuned into 
> their instagram feed, take a look it's a great way to get to know them a 
> bit.
>
> I'm still getting used to the drivetrain, but the bike feels great, really 
> light and responsive... it's a ton of fun especially after riding my 
> Hunqapillar fully loaded with a bunch of racks and bags. I got a great deal 
> on the frame last year, I think it was in an accident since there's a bulge 
> on the headtube, but the frame looks good, it is true, rides great and 
> James agreed that I still will get many years of enjoyment out of it. 
>
> To be honest I was sad to see the SimpleOne go to another list member 
> earlier this month, but with this one built up I'm confident it's a better 
> fit for my riding and my stable. The frame was listed as a 62cm, the custom 
> geo is exactly what I wanted for my long legs / pbh of 91, with a tall seat 
> tube and slightly shorter 58.5cm top tube to avoid stretching out the reach 
> too much.
>
> Max, enjoying this newly built custom in Cambridge, MA
>
>
> On Saturday, February 1, 2020 at 7:30:57 PM UTC-5, Joe Bernard wrote:
>>
>> If your seller is claiming 32s under fenders then I think you're good. 
>> Getchu some Racers! 
>
>

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Re: [RBW] Flying discs

[Jack K]

Just as getting an Aeropress a decade or so ago killed my interest in 
Starbucks, getting a large size Aerobie a couple of years ago (wanted one 
since I was a kid) killed any interest in messing about with a 
Frisbee-style flying disc. The Aerobie is in a totally different league and 
hugely more fun, very highly recommended! The Aerobie is probably much less 
tolerant of dog chewing though, so there is that.

Cheers,

-Jack K.

On Friday, April 17, 2020 at 3:03:46 PM UTC-4, velomann wrote:
>
> I know some folks are already familiar with this, but Alan Adler, the 
> inventor of the Aerobie, is also the inventor of the Aeropress. Which 
> Rivelo (but not Rivendell) sold. Or tried to sell - I don't think that was 
> a successful product for them.
>
> Mike M
>
> On Thursday, April 16, 2020 at 11:01:01 PM UTC-7, Robert Tilley wrote:
>>
>> Nice! I don't remember Riv selling those. I love Aerobies and if Riv 
>> offered up a branded one of those I'd buy some. Not much room on an Aerobie 
>> for a logo though...
>>
>> Robert Tilley
>> San Diego, CA
>>
>>
>> Sent from my BlackBerry - the most secure mobile device
>>
>>
>>   Original Message  
>>
>>
>> From: cbala...@gmail.com
>> Sent: April 15, 2020 7:16 AM
>> To: rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com
>> Reply-to: rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com
>> Subject: [RBW] Flying discs
>>
>>
>> The kid and I have rediscovered our love of flying discs during all of 
>> 'this'. Combined with cycling, it makes for a healthy substitute for PE. My 
>> oldish RBW flying disc has found a couple dog teeth over the years, but 
>> still flies true. Would be wonderful if RBW brought these back.
>>
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[RBW] Re: FS: NEW Paul's Racer & Racer-M Sets, TechnoGlide H/S, Deda Bar Tape

[Jack K]

Paul's Racer brakes are sold.

On Monday, February 17, 2020 at 2:32:03 PM UTC-5, Jack K wrote:
>
> Updated list of FS goodies below...
>
> As always, happy to combine shipping on multiple items, which obviously 
> makes sense for smaller stuff. My goal is to on average break even on the 
> shipping.
>
> Cheers,
>
> -Jack K.
>
> Newly added:
>
>- *NEW! Big Agnes ***Bikepack* Copper Spur HV UL1 Tent *-- 2 lb 12 oz 
>including all stakes, guy lines and the stuff sack covered in "daisy 
> chain" 
>loops! This is the latest bikepacking specific version of BA's famed 1 
>person Copper Spur freestanding tent. The Bikepack version has many small 
>upgrades from the standard Copper Spur, but most importantly it uses 
>shorter pole sections so it can be strapped to most bike's handlebars, 
>between the brake levers. Read about it here: 
>https://www.bigagnes.com/Copper-Spur-HV-UL1-Bikepack  Received for 
>Christmas, but never even opened the stuff sack, still has all tags 
>attached. Santa got my order wrong, I wanted the 2 person version of this 
>tent, so I bought it myself and am quietly selling this one that was 
> gifted 
>to me. MSRP $399, *$350 + $15 shipping*
>- *NEW-ish Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL2 MTN GLO Tent* -- 3 lb 4 oz 
>including all stakes, guy lines, stuff sack and LED lighting sewn into 
> roof 
>of tent. This is the 2 person version of BA's Copper Spur freestanding 
>tent, with the addition of a string of very low power LED's sewn into the 
>roof of the tent. Creates plenty of light to read or play cards for the 
>duration of your trip using just two AA batteries (or a USB powerbank). If 
>you camp with a partner, way better than blinding each other with 
>headlamps. Bought last spring for a bike touring trip I didn't end up 
>taking, then I switched recumbents and this was about an inch too long to 
>fit under the frame of the new bike, so I switched to the Bikepack version 
>of this tent. Slept in exactly one night in my backyard with a tarp under 
>it, so a 9 year old pal could "try camping". Never wet, never eaten in, no 
>dirt, no marks, no tears, no nothing ...  See it here: 
>https://www.rei.com/product/880753/big-agnes-copper-spur-ul-2-mtnglo-tent  
>   
>*$325 + $15 shipping*
>- *NEW Evernew Titanium .6L Pan* -- This 600ml pot is new, unused, 
>never carried in a pack or pannier. It came as part of a set, but I don't 
>have a use for this particular pot. Perfect pot for ultralight solo 
>adventures.*$28 + $5 shipping*
>
> Leftovers from previous post:
>
>- *NEW-IN-BOX Paul's Racer F/R Brake Set -- *Center mount, anodized 
>black, comes with straddle cables, cable hangers and Kool-Stop salmon 
> shoes 
>(I did install the provided shoes onto the front caliper in order to hold 
>it up to my fork to judge the clearances), *$245 (Reduced to $235) / 
>pair + $10 shipping * These guys: 
>
> https://www.rivbike.com/products/brakes-centerpull-paul-racer?variant=3874438283277
>- *(**SOLD) NEW-IN-BOX VO Grand Cru F/R Brake Set -- *Polished silver 
>finish, bought new and stored in my closet. Just like you'd get from VO.* 
>$140 + $10 shipping  *These guys: 
>https://velo-orange.com/products/grand-cru-long-reach-brakes 
>
> <https://www.google.com/url?q=https%3A%2F%2Fvelo-orange.com%2Fproducts%2Fgrand-cru-long-reach-brakes=D=1=AFQjCNEfDbp2NTlOlORnOJpIPf0zVbST0w>
>- * (2x **SOLD) NEW Tange Techno-Glide Headset (0x still available) --* 
>Absolutely beautiful 1" threaded headset with polished silver finish, 
>sealed stainless angular contact cartridge bearings and O-rings, 35.3mm 
>stack height, 26.4mm crown race, have 2 to sell, both were sealed in 
>original OEM packaging until I opened one to take photos. *$60 / 
>headset + $5 shipping*
>- *NEW Deda Bar Tape -- *Decent bar tape, I've used a fair bit of it 
>over the years. Not expensive, not organic/vegan, not high-tech (unless 
> you 
>count the Graphene infused micro-encapsulated nano-gel technology that's 
>humbly referred to as merely "soft touch" on the box), but easy to wrap, 
>decently comfortable and durable enough. 
> *$9 (Now $6) / box + $3.50 shipping *
>
> Two colors available:
>
>- *(1x **SOLD) Cream / Ivory* *Perforated **(2x still available) *-- 
>   Box says "White", but it's really a much more pleasant cream. Drillium 
>   model with a diagonal row of 4 tiny lightening holes every .5" that 
> look 
>   pretty cool when wrapped and I guess they also improve grip or channel 
> away 
> 

[RBW] Re: FS: NEW Paul's Racer & Racer-M Sets, TechnoGlide H/S, Deda Bar Tape

[Jack K]

It appears the silver Paul's Racer-M's have been claimed.

-Jack

On Friday, January 31, 2020 at 1:04:36 PM UTC-5, Jack K wrote:
>
> Continuing to clear my pile of parts from projects that changed direction. 
> All the stuff below is new, in box, etc...
>
> Cheers & safe riding,
>
> -Jack K.
> Raleigh, NC
>
>
>- *NEW-IN-BOX Paul's Racer F/R Set -- *Center mount, anodized black, 
>comes with straddle cables, cable hangers and Kool-Stop salmon shoes (I 
> did 
>install the provided shoes onto the front caliper in order to hold it up 
> to 
>my fork to judge the clearances), *$245 / pair + $10 shipping * These 
>guys: 
>
> https://www.rivbike.com/products/brakes-centerpull-paul-racer?variant=3874438283277
>- *NEW-IN-BOX Paul's Racer-M F/R Set -- *Center mount, anodized 
>silver, comes with straddle cables, cable hangers and Kool-Stop salmon 
>shoes, *$245 / pair + $10 shipping * These guys: 
>
> https://www.rivbike.com/products/brakes-centerpull-paul-racer-medium?variant=3856114024461
>- *(2x) NEW Tange Techno-Glide Headset --* Absolutely beautiful 1" 
>threaded headset with polished silver finish, sealed stainless angular 
>contact cartridge bearings and O-rings, 35.3mm stack height, 26.4mm crown 
>race, have 2 to sell, both were sealed in original OEM packaging until I 
>opened one to take photos. *$55 / headset + $5 shipping*
>- *(3x) NEW Deda Bar Tape -- *Decent bar tape, I've used a fair bit of 
>it over the years. Not expensive, not organic/vegan, not high-tech (unless 
>you count the Graphene infused micro-encapsulated nano-gel technology 
>that's humbly referred to as merely "soft touch" on the box), but easy to 
>wrap, decently comfortable and durable enough. Two colors available:
>   - *(2x) Cream / Ivory* *Perforated *-- Box says "White", but it's 
>   really a much more pleasant cream. Drillium model with a diagonal row 
> of 4 
>   tiny lightening holes every .5" that look pretty cool when wrapped and 
> I 
>   guess they also improve grip or channel away sweat or break laminar 
> flow of 
>   air over the bars. Or something useful...  
>   - *(1x) Ocean Dark Blue -- *Looks like a dark navy blue to me, but 
>   the handlebar tape engineers at Deda are the experts and they see this 
> as 
>   "Dark Ocean Blue". Non-perforated, non-Drillium type for extra solidity 
> and 
>   a more 21'st century look.
>
> *$6** / box + $3.50 shipping  *
>

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[RBW] Re: FS: NEW Paul's Racer & Racer-M Sets, TechnoGlide H/S, Deda Bar Tape

[Jack K]

Both sets of Paul's brakes are still available. Note that the black set are 
original (long reach) Racer calipers, while the silver set are medium reach 
Racer-M's.

Thanks,

-Jack K.

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Re: [RBW] Rene Herse Triple

[Jack K]

Steve Palincsar wrote in part: 
*Also, I started out prejudiced against 11 speed: a bad Spinal Tap joke, 1 
more useless speed provided at the cost of hundred dollar chains and a 
three hundred dollar chain tool.   *

Steve, if you're paying $100 for a decent 11 speed chain or $300 for a 
serviceable 11 speed chain tool you really ought to rethink your part and 
tool suppliers. For reference I just fired up www.jenson.com and found the 
following apparent bargains on 11 spd chains and chain tools (w/ free 
shipping on a $60 order):

   - SRAM PC-1110 cheapie chains for $14/each: 
   https://www.jensonusa.com/SRAM-PC-1110-Powerlock-11SP-Chain
   - Shimano SLX/105 HG-601 mid-quality chains for $19.99/each: 
   https://www.jensonusa.com/Shimano-CN-HG601-11-Speed-Chain
   - Shimano XT/Ultegra HG-701 better-quality chains $26.99/each: 
   https://www.jensonusa.com/Shimano-XtUltegra-CH-HG701-11SP-Chain
   - Shimano XTR/Dura-Ace HG-901 ultimate-quality chains $34.99/each: 
   https://www.jensonusa.com/Shimano-XtrDura-Ace-CH-HG901-11SP-Chain
   - Cheapier portable 11spd chain tool $4.90/each: 
   https://www.jensonusa.com/Foundation-325P2-Bike-Chain-Breaker-Tool
   - Park CT-5 portable chain tool compatible with 5-12 spd chains 
   $16.95/each: https://www.jensonusa.com/Park-Tool-CT-5-Compact-Chain-Tool
   - Park CT-3.3 shop style chain tool compatible with 5-12 spd chains 
   $36.95/each: 
   https://www.jensonusa.com/Park-Tool-CT-33-5-12-Speed-Chain-Tool

When you wrote about the $100 11 speed chains and $300 11 speed chain tools 
did you really think that was accurate or was that intended to be a 
humorous exaggeration? In any case, stock up now while prices are low!

Cheers,

-Jack K.




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[RBW] Re: FS: Everything is NEW! SONdeluxe, Garmin Edge 1030, Vintage Sidi Touring Shoes

[Jack K]

Thanks for weighing in on the shoes Minh. I hope the price is fair, it's 
lower than I remember paying for them back in the day -- but the market for 
vintage bicycle shoes isn't exactly booming!

Cheers,

-Jack K.

On Tuesday, November 12, 2019 at 10:40:08 AM UTC-5, Minh wrote:
>
> im a big fan of these SIDI shoes, if they were my size id buy these as a 
> backup pair.   and my memory may be bad as i bought these forever ago, but 
> that seems like a great price too.  
>

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[RBW] Re: Bike with Riv-like geometry for kids - gravel

[Jack K]

Jared, so you're looking for a mass-produced complete bike or something 
perhaps less ready to go?

-Jack K.

On Saturday, September 28, 2019 at 8:38:33 PM UTC-4, Jared Volpe wrote:
>
> Hey all, 
>
> I’m looking for a new bike for our daughter. Truth told most of our miles 
> are around the city but we take to gravel now and again. She doesn’t want a 
> mountain bike. Something step through and more upright like a Clem or a 
> Chev are interesting but I don’t want to spend that much because she’ll 
> grow out of it. 
>
> She is tall for her age and like me, has long legs. She is 60” and (yes we 
> measured it) her PBH is 30”. 
>
> Any suggestions?

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[RBW] Re: FS: All NEW! SONdeluxe Widebody, Icebreaker, Ortlieb, Garmin Edge 1030, Sidi Touring Shoes, GK 650Bx1.75"

[Jack K]

Updated FS list below. Some new stuff, some previously posted stuff at 
reduced prices. See photos in original post above.

At a minimum the new SONdeluxe Widebody at $235 and new Ortlieb Hi-Vis 
Sport-Roller panniers at $155 are pretty unbeatable pricing on top-shelf 
bits. Please have a look!

Cheers,

-Jack K.
Raleigh, NC


   - *NEW SONdeluxe "Widebody" Dynohub: *New-in-the-box, 32 hole, black 
   anodized, 24 grams heavier than standard SONdeluxe, description from RH 
   website: "The Delux Wide-Body features extra-wide flange spacing (68 mm 
   vs. 50 mm) and a steel axle for a much stronger wheel. This hub is strong 
   enough for off-road racing and even tandems." More info and photos here: 
   
*https://www.renehersecycles.com/shop/components/hubs/sondelux-wide-body-generator-hub/
  
   
<https://www.renehersecycles.com/shop/components/hubs/sondelux-wide-body-generator-hub/>
  
   *Retail $285
*  $235 + $10 shipping *
   - *(SOLD) NEW Icebreaker 100% Merino Baselayer:* New-in-the-box, Men's 
   medium, dark navy color, long sleeve, half zip. *$50 + $6 shipping*
   - *NEW Traditionall Sidi Touring Shoes: *Bought new 15+ years ago and 
   stored in my closet since, size 42 (but a tight 42), Riv sold these back in 
   the day and they were popular with the iBOB's as well, SPD compatible by 
   removing access port on bottom of sole.
* $125 + $10 shipping *
   - *NEW Tektro (Nashbar Branded) Inline Brake Levers: *Fits 25.4-26.0 mm 
   bars, silver lever with black hinged clamp.
* $10 + $5 shipping *
   - *EC Stronglight Ironlight Cranks:* Polished silver, 130mm BCD, JIS 
   taper, English threading, very light and truly excellent used condition. 
*$110 
   + $8 shipping  **Reduced to $100 + $8 shipping*
   - *NEW Ortlieb "High Visibility" Sport Roller Panniers:* Roll-top 
   waterproof Sport-Roller's with entire surface of the pannier covered in 
   reflective beads for night visibility and made in a retina searing day-glo 
   yellow for visibility day, night, rain, fog or bright sun. Impulse buy when 
   I saw them on sale, but, honestly, my old plain yellow Ortliebs have a few 
   more decades of life in them. These are them: 
   
https://www.rei.com/product/870523/ortlieb-front-roller-high-visibility-panniers-pair
 
   
<https://www.google.com/url?q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F870523%2Fortlieb-front-roller-high-visibility-panniers-pair=D=1=AFQjCNE0Vyr-ZzW6Qpvm2HUULRARta-hew>
   
   Retail is $240. 
*$165 + $15 shipping  Reduced to $155 + $15 shipping *
   - *NEW Garmin Edge 1030 Bundle Ultimate Bike Computer:* Another impulse 
   buy this spring when I saw it on sale and I was having fantasies of roaming 
   the back roads of America this summer, just me and my velocipede ... In 
   reality I've never even taken it out of it's box, since my old Edge Touring 
   works well enough for the my needs riding close to home. This is Garmin's 
   top-end model with more features than I even know about, much less could 
   relate here. It does have "heat map" routing so computed routes use roads 
   and trails often ridden by cyclists, which was the main improvement I was 
   interested in over my older model. Note, this is the "Bundle", which 
   includes premium heart-rate monitor and speed/cadence sensor, "out front" 
   mount, etc... This guy: https://www.jensonusa.com/Garmin-Edge-1030-Bundle   
   Retail $699.* $545 + $10 shipping.*
   - *NEW Pair of Panaracer Gravel King 650Bx1.75 Tires:* I decided to go 
   with skinnier Schwalbe G-One Speed's instead on my first 650B equipped 
   bike. *$60 + $10 shipping  *
   *Reduced to $55 + $10 shipping*

Newly added items:

   - *NOS Shimano 8s Bar-end Shifter Set:* New-In-Box set of Ultegra-level 
   8s (friction option) bar-end shifters with cables, downtube cable 
   stops/adjusters, 3 pieces of pre-cut black housing and handlebar "fairings" 
   to fit over the housing.   *$70 + $8 shipping*
   - *NOS Shimano 8s Bar-End Shifters:* New-In-Box, as above, but missing 
   the downtube cable stops and includes gray pre-cut housing.   *$55+$8 
   shipping*
   




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[RBW] Re: ideas for daytime visibility: vests and whatnot

[Jack K]

Somewhere in the cycling archive that used to be my garage I have a new 
mesh safety vest I ordered, but never used, that I'd be happy to pass on to 
someone who can use it for the cost of shipping. I ordered this hi-vis 
one-size-fits-most safety vest several years ago from Nashbar, but 
discovered when it arrived that I'm smaller than the one size it mostly 
fits. Still in it's package, but I'd have to dig around for it. 
"Construction worker style" and pretty bulky over a cycling jersey on my 
5'7" frame, but if you're bigger or riding in street clothes or want 
maximum real estate devoted to retina searing safety yellow then this may 
work better for you than it did for me.

Someone mentioned the reflective safety triangles as a "game changer" and 
I'll second that! The common Aardvark brand one could use a bit more velcro 
strappage to keep it from flopping around, but is extremely visible. This 
thing: 
https://www.nashbar.com/aardvark-reflective-triangle-yield-symbol-7x7-with-velcro-strap-yeild-symbol/p435349

Cheers,

-Jack
Raleigh, NC


On Friday, September 27, 2019 at 4:40:53 PM UTC-4, Garth wrote:
>
>
>
> You can get mesh safety vests sold for cyclists, runners, etc. They don't 
> weigh anything and they comes in all sorts of sized to wear over anything. 
>

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[RBW] Re: FS: All NEW! SONdeluxe Widebody, Icebreaker, Ortlieb, Garmin Edge 1030, Sidi Touring Shoes, GK 650Bx1.75"

[Jack K]

Updated FS list below. Some new stuff, some previously posted stuff at 
reduced prices. 

   - *NEW SONdeluxe "Widebody" Dynohub: *New-in-the-box, 32 hole, black 
   anodized, 24 grams heavier than standard SONdeluxe, description from RH 
   website: "The Delux Wide-Body features extra-wide flange spacing (68 mm 
   vs. 50 mm) and a steel axle for a much stronger wheel. This hub is strong 
   enough for off-road racing and even tandems." More info and photos here: 
   
*https://www.renehersecycles.com/shop/components/hubs/sondelux-wide-body-generator-hub/
  
   
<https://www.renehersecycles.com/shop/components/hubs/sondelux-wide-body-generator-hub/>
  
   *Retail $285
*  $235 + $10 shipping *
   - *(SOLD) NEW Icebreaker 100% Merino Baselayer:* New-in-the-box, Men's 
   medium, dark navy color, long sleeve, half zip. *$50 + $6 shipping*
   - *NEW Traditionall Sidi Touring Shoes: *Bought new 15+ years ago and 
   stored in my closet since, size 42 (but a tight 42), Riv sold these back in 
   the day and they were popular with the iBOB's as well, SPD compatible by 
   removing access port on bottom of sole.
* $125 + $10 shipping *
   - *NEW Tektro (Nashbar Branded) Inline Brake Levers: *Fits 25.4-26.0 mm 
   bars, silver lever with black hinged clamp.
* $10 + $5 shipping *
   - *EC Stronglight Ironlight Cranks:* Polished silver, 130mm BCD, JIS 
   taper, English threading, very light and truly excellent used condition. 
*$110 
   + $8 shipping  **Reduced to $100 + $8 shipping*
   - *NEW Ortlieb "High Visibility" Sport Roller Panniers:* Roll-top 
   waterproof Sport-Roller's with entire surface of the pannier covered in 
   reflective beads for night visibility and made in a retina searing day-glo 
   yellow for visibility day, night, rain, fog or bright sun. Impulse buy when 
   I saw them on sale, but, honestly, my old plain yellow Ortliebs have a few 
   more decades of life in them. These are them: 
   
https://www.rei.com/product/870523/ortlieb-front-roller-high-visibility-panniers-pair
 
   
<https://www.google.com/url?q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F870523%2Fortlieb-front-roller-high-visibility-panniers-pair=D=1=AFQjCNE0Vyr-ZzW6Qpvm2HUULRARta-hew>
   
   Retail is $240. 
*$165 + $15 shipping  Reduced to $155 + $15 shipping *
   - *NEW Garmin Edge 1030 Bundle Ultimate Bike Computer:* Another impulse 
   buy this spring when I saw it on sale and I was having fantasies of roaming 
   the back roads of America this summer, just me and my velocipede ... In 
   reality I've never even taken it out of it's box, since my old Edge Touring 
   works well enough for the my needs riding close to home. This is Garmin's 
   top-end model with more features than I even know about, much less could 
   relate here. It does have "heat map" routing so computed routes use roads 
   and trails often ridden by cyclists, which was the main improvement I was 
   interested in over my older model. Note, this is the "Bundle", which 
   includes premium heart-rate monitor and speed/cadence sensor, "out front" 
   mount, etc... This guy: https://www.jensonusa.com/Garmin-Edge-1030-Bundle   
   Retail $699.* $545 + $10 shipping.*
   - *NEW Pair of Panaracer Gravel King 650Bx1.75 Tires:* I decided to go 
   with skinnier Schwalbe G-One Speed's instead on my first 650B equipped 
   bike. *$60 + $10 shipping  *
   *Reduced to $55 + $10 shipping*

Newly added items:

   - *NOS Shimano 8s Bar-end Shifter Set:* New-In-Box set of Ultegra-level 
   8s (friction option) bar-end shifters with cables, downtube cable 
   stops/adjusters, 3 pieces of pre-cut black housing and handlebar "fairings" 
   to fit over the housing.   *$70 + $8 shipping*
   - *NOS Shimano 8s Bar-End Shifters:* New-In-Box, as above, but missing 
   the downtube cable stops and includes gray pre-cut housing.   *$55+$8 
   shipping*
   
Cheers & safe riding,

-Jack K.
Raleigh, NC



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[RBW] WTB: Nitto R14 Rack

[Jack K]

Hi,

I'm on the hunt for a Nitto R14 rack (silver or black, tombstone or no) to 
try on my recumbent. Most racks don't fit well, if at all, and I'm not sure 
the R14 will work out, so looks for something used to minimize my 
investment in this experiment. Anyone holding an R14 they're not using?

Cheers and safe riding,

-Jack K.
Raleigh, NC


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[RBW] Re: FS: Stronglight Cranks, Garmin Edge 1030, Hi-Vis Ortlieb, Evernew Ti Pot, Gravel Kings

[Jack K]

Sorry, forgot to note that the Stronglight cranks are 170mm and they use 
the modern standard extractor. Would be a great choice for a 1xN or fixed 
gear setup.

-Jack

On Saturday, July 27, 2019 at 12:01:38 PM UTC-4, Jack K wrote:
>
> Hoping to move some good gear on to new homes. Next stop eBay ... 
>
>- *Stronglight Ironlight Cranks:* Polished silver, 130mm BCD, JIS 
>taper, English threading, very light and truly excellent used condition. 
> *$110 
>+ $8 shipping*
>- *NEW Ortlieb "High Visibility" Sport Roller Panniers:* Roll-top 
>waterproof Sport-Roller's with entire surface of the pannier covered in 
>reflective beads for night visibility and made in a retina searing day-glo 
>yellow for visibility day, night, rain, fog or bright sun. Impulse buy 
> when 
>I saw them on sale, but, honestly, my old plain yellow Ortliebs have a few 
>more decades of life in them. These are them: 
>
> https://www.rei.com/product/870523/ortlieb-front-roller-high-visibility-panniers-pair
>
>Retail is $240. *$175 + shipping ($10 east of the Mississippi, $15 
>west)*
>- *NEW Garmin Edge 1030 Bundle Ultimate Bike Computer:* Another 
>impulse buy this spring when I saw it on sale and I was having fantasies 
> of 
>roaming the back roads of America this summer, just me and my velocipede 
>... In reality I've never even taken it out of it's box, since my old Edge 
>Touring works well enough for the my needs riding close to home. This is 
>Garmin's top-end model with more features than I even know about, much 
> less 
>could relate here. It does have "heat map" routing so computed routes use 
>roads and trails often ridden by cyclists, which was the main improvement 
> I 
>was interested in over my older model. Note, this is the "Bundle", which 
>includes premium heart-rate monitor and speed/cadence sensor, "out front" 
>mount, etc... This guy: 
>https://www.jensonusa.com/Garmin-Edge-1030-Bundle   Retail $699.* $545 
>+ $10 shipping.*
>- *NEW Pair of Panaracer Gravel King 650Bx1.75 Tires:* I decided to go 
>with skinnier Schwalbe G-One Speed's instead on my first 650B equipped 
>bike. *$60 + $10 shipping*
>- *Big Agnes DAC Stakes (x8) + MSR Groundhog knockoffs (x2):* The Big 
>Agnes DAC stakes came with the new Copper Spur I bought this spring and 
>have been pressed into the lawn in my backyard twice when test pitching 
> the 
>new tent. The MSR Groundhog knockoffs have more use, but are like new. 
>Note, the BA DAC stakes are extremely nice, extremely durable and 
> extremely 
>light (no heavier than the spendy titanium stakes I replaced them with). 
> *$13 + $5 shipping *
>    - *Evernew Titanium 1.3 Liter Pot: *Used, but only slightly. Very 
>clean, but does have a small ding on the edge of the upper lip. *$35 + 
>$8 shipping*
>
> Cheers,
>
> -Jack K.
> Raleigh, NC
>

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[RBW] Re: FS: NEW Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL2 Tent + Titanium Stakes

[Jack K]

The Copper Spur tent has been sold.

Cheers,

-Jack K.

On Saturday, June 8, 2019 at 4:14:22 PM UTC-4, Jack K wrote:
>
> Hey Riv-folk,
>
> After extensive research I bought this latest gen Big Agnes Copper Spur HV 
> UL2 tent last year for use backpacking & bike touring with 1 or 2 people. 
> Last winter I found a good deal on a slightly used "Mountain Glow" version 
> of this same tent, which has tiny LED's sewn into the roof seams. So, this 
> new Copper Spur is for sale having never even been set up outside (I did 
> assemble it in my living room when I first got it to check it out). The 
> Copper Spur wins many backpacking "best ultralight tent" shootouts, for 
> whatever that's worth, and Big Agnes design & quality are tough to beat. 
> Features a trail weight of 2lbs 12oz (nearly 1/2 the weight of my previous 
> backpacking tent), 29 ft^2 of floor space, and two doors, each with a 9 
> ft^2 vestibule. 
>
> Link to REI page with full features and spec's: 
> https://www.rei.com/product/110209/big-agnes-copper-spur-hv-ul-2-tent?CAWELAID=120217890003896384=pla=15724358560=aud-363396065244:pla-302756173628_mmc=PLA_Google|404_57767|1102090002|none|0207fe7c-3f60-4840-a9c5-e1c92f635344|aud-363396065244:pla-302756173628=cm_mmc:PLA_Google_LIA|404_57767|1102090002|none|0207fe7c-3f60-4840-a9c5-e1c92f635344=0207fe7c-3f60-4840-a9c5-e1c92f635344=CKfR45bE2uICFZiFswodB10Dsg
>
> Link to balanced 2019 review of the Copper Spur (tent in the review is the 
> same orange/gray color scheme as the tent on offer here): 
> https://www.switchbacktravel.com/reviews/big-agnes-copper-spur-hv-ul2
>
> Note: I replaced the 8 aluminum stakes that Big Agnes supplies with 10 new 
> titanium stakes. The 10 Ti stakes are only slightly lighter than the 8 
> aluminum stakes, but should be much more durable and easier to get in the 
> ground due to being less bulky. The "nail" style stakes are essential for 
> rocky ground and with 4 stakes the tent can be set up with the rainfly 
> fully staked out. Photo of Ti stake package attached.
>
> Cheapest price currently for this tent new on eBay is $375 shipped. 
> Will sell new tent + BA 8 original aluminum stakes (pushed in the ground 
> once testing setup of my Mountain Glow tent) for $355 shipped (in the 
> ConUS). 
> Substitute never used custom Ti 10 stake package for the Al stakes for $25 
> additional ($380 shipped).
>
> Cheers & safe riding,
>
> -Jack K.
> Raleigh, NC
>

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Re: [RBW] Re: FS: NEW Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL2 Tent + Titanium Stakes

[Jack K]

No footprint comes with this tent, it's optional and not included with the 
tent as it comes from Big Agnes. I didn't buy the footprint from Big Agnes 
for my Mtn Glow version of the Copper Spur tent, instead I made one from 
Tyvek sheet that is far less expensive, lighter and packs smaller. I was 
able to buy the materials (Tyvek, adhesive corner tabs, thin elastic cord) 
for a bit over $20 on eBay. Easy peasey ...

-Jack

On Saturday, June 22, 2019 at 11:57:45 AM UTC-4, John McBurney wrote:
>
> I am tempted but have a nice Fly Creek 
>
> This is a really nice tent. Somebody should jump on this. Does it include 
> the footprint?
>
> John
>
> On Sat, Jun 22, 2019 at 11:02 AM Jack K > 
> wrote:
>
>> Last call on the new Big Agnes Copper Spur *+ titanium stake package* 
>> before it heads to eBay. Now $350 + $15 shipping. That's considerably less 
>> than I paid for the tent alone and I got a pretty good deal on it.
>>
>> -J
>> Nclude 
>> On Saturday, June 8, 2019 at 4:14:22 PM UTC-4, Jack K wrote:
>>>
>>> Hey Riv-folk,
>>>
>>> After extensive research I bought this latest gen Big Agnes Copper Spur 
>>> HV UL2 tent last year for use backpacking & bike touring with 1 or 2 
>>> people. Last winter I found a good deal on a slightly used "Mountain Glow" 
>>> version of this same tent, which has tiny LED's sewn into the roof seams. 
>>> So, this new Copper Spur is for sale having never even been set up outside 
>>> (I did assemble it in my living room when I first got it to check it out). 
>>> The Copper Spur wins many backpacking "best ultralight tent" shootouts, for 
>>> whatever that's worth, and Big Agnes design & quality are tough to beat. 
>>> Features a trail weight of 2lbs 12oz (nearly 1/2 the weight of my previous 
>>> backpacking tent), 29 ft^2 of floor space, and two doors, each with a 9 
>>> ft^2 vestibule. 
>>>
>>> Link to REI page with full features and spec's: 
>>> https://www.rei.com/product/110209/big-agnes-copper-spur-hv-ul-2-tent?CAWELAID=120217890003896384=pla=15724358560=aud-363396065244:pla-302756173628_mmc=PLA_Google|404_57767|1102090002|none|0207fe7c-3f60-4840-a9c5-e1c92f635344|aud-363396065244:pla-302756173628=cm_mmc:PLA_Google_LIA|404_57767|1102090002|none|0207fe7c-3f60-4840-a9c5-e1c92f635344=0207fe7c-3f60-4840-a9c5-e1c92f635344=CKfR45bE2uICFZiFswodB10Dsg
>>>
>>> Link to balanced 2019 review of the Copper Spur (tent in the review is 
>>> the same orange/gray color scheme as the tent on offer here): 
>>> https://www.switchbacktravel.com/reviews/big-agnes-copper-spur-hv-ul2
>>>
>>> Note: I replaced the 8 aluminum stakes that Big Agnes supplies with 10 
>>> new titanium stakes. The 10 Ti stakes are only slightly lighter than the 8 
>>> aluminum stakes, but should be much more durable and easier to get in the 
>>> ground due to being less bulky. The "nail" style stakes are essential for 
>>> rocky ground and with 4 stakes the tent can be set up with the rainfly 
>>> fully staked out. Photo of Ti stake package attached.
>>>
>>> Cheapest price currently for this tent new on eBay is $375 shipped. 
>>> Will sell new tent + BA 8 original aluminum stakes (pushed in the ground 
>>> once testing setup of my Mountain Glow tent) for $355 shipped (in the 
>>> ConUS). 
>>> Substitute never used custom Ti 10 stake package for the Al stakes for 
>>> $25 additional ($380 shipped).
>>>
>>> Cheers & safe riding,
>>>
>>> -Jack K.
>>> Raleigh, NC
>>>
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[RBW] Re: FS: NEW Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL2 Tent + Titanium Stakes

[Jack K]

Last call on the new Big Agnes Copper Spur *+ titanium stake package* 
before it heads to eBay. Now $350 + $15 shipping. That's considerably less 
than I paid for the tent alone and I got a pretty good deal on it.

-J

On Saturday, June 8, 2019 at 4:14:22 PM UTC-4, Jack K wrote:
>
> Hey Riv-folk,
>
> After extensive research I bought this latest gen Big Agnes Copper Spur HV 
> UL2 tent last year for use backpacking & bike touring with 1 or 2 people. 
> Last winter I found a good deal on a slightly used "Mountain Glow" version 
> of this same tent, which has tiny LED's sewn into the roof seams. So, this 
> new Copper Spur is for sale having never even been set up outside (I did 
> assemble it in my living room when I first got it to check it out). The 
> Copper Spur wins many backpacking "best ultralight tent" shootouts, for 
> whatever that's worth, and Big Agnes design & quality are tough to beat. 
> Features a trail weight of 2lbs 12oz (nearly 1/2 the weight of my previous 
> backpacking tent), 29 ft^2 of floor space, and two doors, each with a 9 
> ft^2 vestibule. 
>
> Link to REI page with full features and spec's: 
> https://www.rei.com/product/110209/big-agnes-copper-spur-hv-ul-2-tent?CAWELAID=120217890003896384=pla=15724358560=aud-363396065244:pla-302756173628_mmc=PLA_Google|404_57767|1102090002|none|0207fe7c-3f60-4840-a9c5-e1c92f635344|aud-363396065244:pla-302756173628=cm_mmc:PLA_Google_LIA|404_57767|1102090002|none|0207fe7c-3f60-4840-a9c5-e1c92f635344=0207fe7c-3f60-4840-a9c5-e1c92f635344=CKfR45bE2uICFZiFswodB10Dsg
>
> Link to balanced 2019 review of the Copper Spur (tent in the review is the 
> same orange/gray color scheme as the tent on offer here): 
> https://www.switchbacktravel.com/reviews/big-agnes-copper-spur-hv-ul2
>
> Note: I replaced the 8 aluminum stakes that Big Agnes supplies with 10 new 
> titanium stakes. The 10 Ti stakes are only slightly lighter than the 8 
> aluminum stakes, but should be much more durable and easier to get in the 
> ground due to being less bulky. The "nail" style stakes are essential for 
> rocky ground and with 4 stakes the tent can be set up with the rainfly 
> fully staked out. Photo of Ti stake package attached.
>
> Cheapest price currently for this tent new on eBay is $375 shipped. 
> Will sell new tent + BA 8 original aluminum stakes (pushed in the ground 
> once testing setup of my Mountain Glow tent) for $355 shipped (in the 
> ConUS). 
> Substitute never used custom Ti 10 stake package for the Al stakes for $25 
> additional ($380 shipped).
>
> Cheers & safe riding,
>
> -Jack K.
> Raleigh, NC
>

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[RBW] Re: FS: NEW Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL2 Tent + Titanium Stakes

[Jack K]

Latest model Copper Spur ultralight 2 man tent + titanium stake set still 
available. $355 + $15 shipping in the ConUS


On Friday, June 14, 2019 at 10:08:54 AM UTC-4, Jack K wrote:
>
> New Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL2 tent still available. Tent + 10 titanium 
> stake package reduced to $355 + $15 shipping (within the ConUS).
>
> Cheers,
>
> -Jack K.
>
> On Saturday, June 8, 2019 at 4:14:22 PM UTC-4, Jack K wrote:
>>
>> Hey Riv-folk,
>>
>> After extensive research I bought this latest gen Big Agnes Copper Spur 
>> HV UL2 tent last year for use backpacking & bike touring with 1 or 2 
>> people. Last winter I found a good deal on a slightly used "Mountain Glow" 
>> version of this same tent, which has tiny LED's sewn into the roof seams. 
>> So, this new Copper Spur is for sale having never even been set up outside 
>> (I did assemble it in my living room when I first got it to check it out). 
>> The Copper Spur wins many backpacking "best ultralight tent" shootouts, for 
>> whatever that's worth, and Big Agnes design & quality are tough to beat. 
>> Features a trail weight of 2lbs 12oz (nearly 1/2 the weight of my previous 
>> backpacking tent), 29 ft^2 of floor space, and two doors, each with a 9 
>> ft^2 vestibule. 
>>
>> Link to REI page with full features and spec's: 
>> https://www.rei.com/product/110209/big-agnes-copper-spur-hv-ul-2-tent?CAWELAID=120217890003896384=pla=15724358560=aud-363396065244:pla-302756173628_mmc=PLA_Google|404_57767|1102090002|none|0207fe7c-3f60-4840-a9c5-e1c92f635344|aud-363396065244:pla-302756173628=cm_mmc:PLA_Google_LIA|404_57767|1102090002|none|0207fe7c-3f60-4840-a9c5-e1c92f635344=0207fe7c-3f60-4840-a9c5-e1c92f635344=CKfR45bE2uICFZiFswodB10Dsg
>>
>> Link to balanced 2019 review of the Copper Spur (tent in the review is 
>> the same orange/gray color scheme as the tent on offer here): 
>> https://www.switchbacktravel.com/reviews/big-agnes-copper-spur-hv-ul2
>>
>> Note: I replaced the 8 aluminum stakes that Big Agnes supplies with 10 
>> new titanium stakes. The 10 Ti stakes are only slightly lighter than the 8 
>> aluminum stakes, but should be much more durable and easier to get in the 
>> ground due to being less bulky. The "nail" style stakes are essential for 
>> rocky ground and with 4 stakes the tent can be set up with the rainfly 
>> fully staked out. Photo of Ti stake package attached.
>>
>> Cheapest price currently for this tent new on eBay is $375 shipped. 
>> Will sell new tent + BA 8 original aluminum stakes (pushed in the ground 
>> once testing setup of my Mountain Glow tent) for $355 shipped (in the 
>> ConUS). 
>> Substitute never used custom Ti 10 stake package for the Al stakes for 
>> $25 additional ($380 shipped).
>>
>> Cheers & safe riding,
>>
>> -Jack K.
>> Raleigh, NC
>>
>

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[RBW] Re: FS: NEW Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL2 Tent + Titanium Stakes

[Jack K]

New Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL2 tent still available. Tent + 10 titanium 
stake package reduced to $355 + $15 shipping (within the ConUS).

Cheers,

-Jack K.

On Saturday, June 8, 2019 at 4:14:22 PM UTC-4, Jack K wrote:
>
> Hey Riv-folk,
>
> After extensive research I bought this latest gen Big Agnes Copper Spur HV 
> UL2 tent last year for use backpacking & bike touring with 1 or 2 people. 
> Last winter I found a good deal on a slightly used "Mountain Glow" version 
> of this same tent, which has tiny LED's sewn into the roof seams. So, this 
> new Copper Spur is for sale having never even been set up outside (I did 
> assemble it in my living room when I first got it to check it out). The 
> Copper Spur wins many backpacking "best ultralight tent" shootouts, for 
> whatever that's worth, and Big Agnes design & quality are tough to beat. 
> Features a trail weight of 2lbs 12oz (nearly 1/2 the weight of my previous 
> backpacking tent), 29 ft^2 of floor space, and two doors, each with a 9 
> ft^2 vestibule. 
>
> Link to REI page with full features and spec's: 
> https://www.rei.com/product/110209/big-agnes-copper-spur-hv-ul-2-tent?CAWELAID=120217890003896384=pla=15724358560=aud-363396065244:pla-302756173628_mmc=PLA_Google|404_57767|1102090002|none|0207fe7c-3f60-4840-a9c5-e1c92f635344|aud-363396065244:pla-302756173628=cm_mmc:PLA_Google_LIA|404_57767|1102090002|none|0207fe7c-3f60-4840-a9c5-e1c92f635344=0207fe7c-3f60-4840-a9c5-e1c92f635344=CKfR45bE2uICFZiFswodB10Dsg
>
> Link to balanced 2019 review of the Copper Spur (tent in the review is the 
> same orange/gray color scheme as the tent on offer here): 
> https://www.switchbacktravel.com/reviews/big-agnes-copper-spur-hv-ul2
>
> Note: I replaced the 8 aluminum stakes that Big Agnes supplies with 10 new 
> titanium stakes. The 10 Ti stakes are only slightly lighter than the 8 
> aluminum stakes, but should be much more durable and easier to get in the 
> ground due to being less bulky. The "nail" style stakes are essential for 
> rocky ground and with 4 stakes the tent can be set up with the rainfly 
> fully staked out. Photo of Ti stake package attached.
>
> Cheapest price currently for this tent new on eBay is $375 shipped. 
> Will sell new tent + BA 8 original aluminum stakes (pushed in the ground 
> once testing setup of my Mountain Glow tent) for $355 shipped (in the 
> ConUS). 
> Substitute never used custom Ti 10 stake package for the Al stakes for $25 
> additional ($380 shipped).
>
> Cheers & safe riding,
>
> -Jack K.
> Raleigh, NC
>

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[RBW] Re: 3x9 brifter recommendations? (Sam Hillborne 62cm, Tektro r559, noodles)

[Jack K]

To reduce "knee jam on sharp turn" issues with bar-end shifters I always 
trim off a shifter body's worth of handle bar end. For me that helps a lot 
in keeping from getting poked by the shift lever. I've seen it written that 
some bars narrow enough away from the tip that a bar-end shift will no 
longer fit inside if an inch of two is lopped off, but I've trimmed quite a 
few bars from various makers and never experienced that issue. Not saying 
it doesn't happen, just that it hasn't happened to me.

BTW, although lots of folks do this sort of handlebar-ectomy with a hacksaw 
with good results, I've always used a plumbing tubing cutter. The new cut, 
after a bit of sandpapering, has always looked equally clean and precise as 
the original manufacturer supplied end of the bar.

-Jack K.


On Wednesday, April 17, 2019 at 11:48:55 AM UTC-4, Joe Bernard wrote:
>
> That's good advice. The biggest problem with bar-ends (on drops) is just 
> getting used to where they are and learning to not jam your knees into them 
> on sharp turns. It's such a strong muscle memory for me now that I still do 
> it on my brifter bike!

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[RBW] Re: Riv-ish bike shop in Ann Arbor?

[Jack K]

The "Ann Arbor Classic Bicycle Show" is actually in Saline and used to be 
named that, I've been to it many times when it had the old name. It is a 
big show/swap and I was always happy I went, but ... When they say 
"classic" they mean more classic (i.e. vintage) than most Riv-folk are 
focused on. They're be lots of Whizzers, 40's & 50's balloon tire bikes, 
banana seat & ape hanger barred "Krate" bikes and a show of custom 
"lowrider" bikes, with a random smattering of "lightweight" drop bar bikes 
and goods for them. I've been to far smaller show/swaps that held far more 
interest for me, but it obviously depends on your cycling interests ...

-Jack K.

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[RBW] Re: Riv-ish bike shop in Ann Arbor?

[Jack K]

When I head back to A2 there are 3 shops I like to visit, though I'm not a 
good judge of how Riv-ish they are:

   - Midwest Tandem: Lots of tandems (doh!) and recumbents and usually some 
   other interesting velocipedes in the shop to gawk at. Be prepared to spend 
   some time, as the owner tends to be pretty chatty. 
   https://www.yelp.com/biz/midwest-bike-and-tandem-ann-arbor
   - SIC Transit Cycles: Probably the shop in A2 most like what you asked 
   for. Good folks, good selection of stuff. 
   https://www.yelp.com/biz/sic-transit-cycles-ann-arbor?osq=Bicycle+Shop
   - Shinola Lifestyle Boutique: Shinola has a showroom on Main St. 
   downtown that's fun to walk through. Get yourself a cappuccino from the 
   Shinola espresso bar and enjoy a leisurely tour of chi chi leather goods, 
   watches and bicycles from Shinola. I can't imagine buying anything there, 
   but I do enjoy wandering through.
   
Since you grew up in A2 I assume you know to stay away from Student Bike 
Shop. They've been selling stolen bikes and abusing customers for at least 
30 years that I know of and somehow they're still in business. A thoroughly 
unpleasant place to spend any time at all in my experience.

Cheers,

-Jack

On Friday, April 5, 2019 at 12:01:17 PM UTC-4, Sean Kline wrote:
>
> Hi all: I have some free time on an upcoming business trip.and am 
> wondering if there are any Riv-ish bike shops in Ann Arbor? Also, any bike 
> rental places you would recommend?
>
> I grew up in Ann Arbor (son of a professor) and would love to tool around 
> by bike and see what I remember. 
>
> Thanks,
> Sean
> El Cerrito, CA
>

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[RBW] Re: Bike Shop Recs DC Area

[Jack K]

I visited the DC area a couple of months ago and had a great time poking 
around Bikes At Vienna (http://www.bikesatvienna.com/). They specialize in 
recumbent and folding bikes, with a good selection of less common 
accessories too (Brooks saddles, dynohubs, etc...). If you have no interest 
in recumbents or folders it may not be your cup'o tea, but it was well 
worth the trip for me..

Cheers,

-Jack

On Sunday, March 24, 2019 at 10:26:04 AM UTC-4, Dave Grossman wrote:
>
> I'm visiting the DC area with the family.  Any suggestions for cool shops? 
>  Also might go to Baltimore for a day.

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[RBW] WTB: Microshift MTN 10 or 11 Speed Barend Shifters

[Jack K]

Hey Riv'ians,

I have need of a Microshift barend shifter for either Shimano 10 or 11 
speed mountain RD's. The 11 would be perfect, but 10 works fine since I 
haven't bought the RD or cassette yet. This is going on another micro road 
bike build for a 9 year old pal, so the budget is too tight for new. Anyone 
have Microshift MTN barends they'd like to sell? I actually only need the 
right shifter, but happy to buy a set or just a right.

Thanks!

-Jack

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[RBW] Re: Ethics Question

[Jack K]

Yes, definitely ethical. But best to do the swap at night, under cover of 
darkness.

-Jack K.

On Wednesday, March 6, 2019 at 1:43:45 PM UTC-5, Justin, Oakland wrote:
>
> Serious issue here and I need guidance.  
>
> My wife’s Betty Foy has a beautiful Suntour XC crank on it. My Saluki has 
> a beautiful but more industrial 80s Shimano crank on it. 
>
> Is it ethical to pillage her Foy for the crank?
>
> Justin
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[RBW] Re: Cool bike shops in Boston?

[Jack K]

Gosh darn it! Yesterday I posted to the 650B list thinking I was posting to 
iBOB. Apparently I needed another dose of humility and repeated the same 
SNAFU today, but to the RBW list. Yes, I'm a doofus. Please substitute 
"RBW'er" for "iBOB" in my post and it'll make more sense.

Thanks for your understanding,

-Jack K.

On Tuesday, December 11, 2018 at 1:24:42 PM UTC-5, Jack K wrote:
>
> I was lucky enough to live in Boston for a few years at the start of this 
> millennium, so admittedly my intel on shops there may be a bit dated. 
> Harris Cyclery is an obvious iBOB choice, as every devout iBOB should make 
> the hajj to Harris at least once in their life. By pure random chance my 
> first apartment in "Boston" (really West Newton) was a few hundred yards 
> from Harris -- a sure sign I had made the right housing choice. But, at 
> least at that time, the shop itself was kind of underwhelming. Certainly a 
> cool little local shop with some neat stuff (big display of vintage 
> Raleigh's at that time), but not a life changing experience. I'm surprised 
> nobody has mentioned Belmont Wheelworks, which is the shop I used to wander 
> to if I had some time to kill on a Saturday afternoon. This place: 
> https://www.wheelworks.com/  This is an enormous shop with a huge 
> selection of bikes of every description -- see attached photo of a small 
> corner of the showroom. Built up and ready to test ride there was a huge 
> assortment of the usual mainstream road and MTB bikes, but also tandems, 
> recumbents, city bikes, touring bikes & gear, the odd unicycle, etc... The 
> collection of rare and vintage bikes and jerseys on display is worth the 
> trip in itself. I was heavy into tandems at the time and the most amazing 
> to me was a 100+ year old donkey-back triple tandem for pacing track races. 
> There was also a Serotta Ti Legend with the DKS suspension seatstay option 
> on the wall that I usually ended up staring at for much too long. They also 
> have a frame builder-in-residence (
> http://www.peter-mooney.com/photos-1-50/) and there was always some of 
> his work on display, which is probably of more interest to most iBOB's. 
>
> Despite being the most fully stocked bike shop I'd ever been in, Belmont 
> Wheelworks had a second space just around the corner, not more than a few 
> hundred feet away, called "the annex" or "Wheelworks Anne" or some such. 
> It's where dead stock and trade-in bikes went to die. Being a notoriously 
> frugal iBOB I spent many hours there mining for treasure. That space 
> doesn't appear to be part of the operation anymore though. As I mentioned, 
> all my intel on this shop is pretty stale.
>
> Anyone visited Belmont Wheelworks recently and can report on the state of 
> things there?
>
> Cheers,
>
> -Jack K.
>
>
> On Tuesday, December 11, 2018 at 11:46:11 AM UTC-5, Nathan Phipps wrote:
>>
>> Lots depending on the flavor of bob-sh you're looking for.
>>
>>- Harris Cyclery (Newton) is your pure bob-ish experience - sells and 
>>stocks Rivs, Gunnars, dynamo stuff, lots of Brooks bits.
>>- Broadway Bicycle (Cambridge) school is your new-school Surly, 
>>Crust, worker-owned bob-ish shop
>>- Cambridge Cycles (Cambridge) is another formerly fixie/messenger 
>>culture-focused turned Crust and bike-packing bob-ish shop
>>- Somervelo (Somerville) is your black-metal tinged custom bike 
>>bob-ish shop
>>
>> Quite a spectrum - moving from most to least bob-ish from top to bottom 
>> in my estimation.
>>
>> I'll be in Boston this weekend myself, but with kid in-tow. I don't 
>> expect to make it to any shops, but you never know. Enjoy!  
>>
>>
>>
>> On Monday, December 10, 2018 at 10:02:33 PM UTC-5, Timothy Hurley wrote:
>>>
>>> Hi all, 
>>>I’m headed to Boston this weekend, are there any bob-ish/riv-y bike 
>>> shops there? 
>>>
>>> Thanks! 
>>>
>>> -T.J.
>>
>>

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[RBW] Re: FS: New Bike Touring Stuffs -- Ortlieb Panniers + Big Agnes Tent

[Jack K]

Big Agnes tent is sold. Ortlieb Bikepacker Plus panniers still available.

-Jack K.

On Friday, July 20, 2018 at 9:49:44 AM UTC-4, Jack K wrote:
>
> Greetings touring Riv-folk,
>
> Leftovers from my FS post last week...  I have a couple of high-end bike 
> touring items I bought, but won't be using, that I'd like to turn back into 
> cash (to purchase other bike bits no doubt!). The following panniers and 
> tent are for sale:
>
>- *NEW “Old Style” Ortlieb Bikepacker Plus Rear Panniers:* Black, 
>extra $ “Plus” model with lighter weight 100% waterproof fabric. Older 
>version with very useful exterior mesh pockets and 2 horizontal + 2 
>vertical compression straps that are lacking on current model. New, merely 
>stuffed with pillows for a test fit in my living room then stored in my 
>closet. 42 liters, QL1 mounting hardware. Current model MSRP $240.  *$165 
>+ actual shipping*
>
>
>- *NEW Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL2 (Stealth Olive Color):*  *Price 
>Reduced!*
>High quality ultralight 2 person tent by Big Agnes -- 3 lbs 1 oz with 
>all poles, lines, stakes and stuff bags. Latest HV version, which is 
>consistently rated as one of the best ultralight bike touring and 
>backpacking tents available. Set up once in my living room to measure for 
> a 
>homemade footprint, but otherwise unused. I love this tent! This is a 
>little ridiculous, but I decided I wanted the high-visibility orange 
> color, 
>rather than the stealth gray/green. See it here: 
>https://www.rei.com/product/110209/big-agnes-copper-spur-hv-ul-2-ten 
><https://www.rei.com/product/110209/big-agnes-copper-spur-hv-ul-2-tent>t 
>  $450 at REI, but can be found for somewhat less around the web.*  
>$350 + $14 shipping *
>
> Cheers,
>
> -Jack K.
> Raleigh, NC
>

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[RBW] Re: FS: Touring Gear -- Ortlieb, Tubus, Big Agnes

[Jack K]

The Tubus Cosmo rack is sold.

Ortlieb Bikepacker Plus panniers and Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL2 are still 
available.

Cheers,

-Jack

On Saturday, July 14, 2018 at 12:20:58 PM UTC-4, Jack K wrote:
>
> Hey Riv-folk,
>
> Just in time for your epic tour across the continent or S24O in the local 
> park... Rack, panniers and ultralight tent. All you need now is a 
> destination!
>
> Cheers,
>
> -Jack K.
> Raleigh, NC
>
>
>- *Panniers: NEW “Old Style” Ortlieb Bikepacker Plus Rear Panniers:* 
>   Black, extra $ “Plus” model with lighter weight 100% waterproof fabric. 
>   Older version with very useful exterior mesh pockets and 2 horizontal + 
> 2 
>   vertical compression straps that are lacking on current model. 42 
> liters, 
>   QL1 mounting hardware. Current MSRP $240.  *$165 + $15 shipping*
>
>
>- *Rack: AS-NEW Tubus Cosmo Stainless Rear Rack (with low-ish rider 
>   mounts):* 
>   Installed, then removed without ever having a pannier mounted on it 
>   less than 100 miles later. Indistinguishable from new other than 
> marking on 
>   adjustable seat-stay mounting arms where they were clamped by the rack 
>   hardware. Original version of the Cosmo, so very slightly different 
> than 
>   current model. Included is the $13 Tubus "Lower Rack Mounting Kit", 
> which 
>   can be used to position the rack slightly further back to increase 
>   clearance for heels or disc brakes, or help on bikes with short-ish 
>   chainstays. Paid $210+$13=$223 at TheTouringStore.Com a couple of years 
> ago.  
>   *$135 + $12 shipping*
>   
>
>- *Tent: NEW Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL2 (Stealth Olive Color):* 
>   High quality ultralight 2 person tent by Big Agnes -- 3 lbs 1 oz 
>   with all poles, lines, stakes and stuff bags. Latest HV version, set up 
>   once in my living room to measure for a homemade footprint, but 
> otherwise 
>   unused. I love this tent! This is a little ridiculous, but I decided I 
>   wanted the easy-to-spot orange color, rather than the stealth 
> gray/green. 
>   See it here: 
>   https://www.rei.com/product/110209/big-agnes-copper-spur-hv-ul-2-ten 
>   
> <https://www.rei.com/product/110209/big-agnes-copper-spur-hv-ul-2-tent>t 
> $450 at REI, but can be found for somewhat less around the web.*  
>   $360 + $12 shipping *
>
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[RBW] Re: Ottolock Initial Reviews???

[Jack K]

I bought a 30" Ottolock pretty much as soon as I saw them available 
mailorder. My first one was replaced quickly and easily by Ottolock, 
because the default combo didn't work and it was impossible to set a new 
combo. The replacement has been flawless so far, though I haven't used it a 
ton. Even if it provides only modest security the combination of light 
weight, small size and ease of use makes it a winner in my mind. BTW, for 
me the Ottolock replaced a luggage lock and seat-leash cable combo, which 
is far less secure and more fiddily to use, though lighter.

WRT the linked video ... I do think Ottolock has (or at least had) a QC 
issue and feel for the guy who got 2 apparently defective replacements. I'm 
very unconvinced by his shim pick test though, since he did the test on a 
defective lock where the pawl wasn't engaging the toothed strap. The fact 
that he was able to slide his defective lock open even without the shim 
makes me wonder how difficult we should have expected it to be to slip a 
shim between the unengaged pawl and the toothed strap. I wish he would have 
asked Ottolock to send him a lock they had tested as working properly when 
he asked for a replacement. That's what I did and they were very helpful 
and quick about providing my warranty replacemnent, even paying for all the 
shipping charges. 

-Jack K.

On Friday, May 25, 2018 at 5:25:52 PM UTC-4, tc wrote:
>
> I was going to order one, seems like a great idea and worthwhile lock when 
> they get the bugs out.  But I'm not sold yet for anything longer than a 5 
> min lockup period.
>
> Take a look at this recent video, published last month:  
> https://youtu.be/8EbeBveRgms
>

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[RBW] Re: Flickstand alternatives? How to keep the front stable while not moving?

[Jack K]

A ready-made solution of the "strong, light parking band spanning the 
distance from the backside of the handlebar to the front side of the brake 
lever" type is available from the ClickStand people. This thing here:   
https://www.adventurecycling.org/cyclosource-store/equipment/sp/click-stand-brake-band/
It does cost $2 though and you don't get the satisfaction of recycling used 
inner-tube rubber into something useful. 

These 2 for $.99 silicone bands have also worked well for me, stretched 
from front wheel valve over downtube back to valve:  
https://tinyurl.com/yafyf7fo

-Jack K.
Raleigh, NC

On Thursday, March 1, 2018 at 11:09:32 PM UTC-5, Dave Redmon wrote:
>
> Even quicker is using a strong, light parking band spanning the distance 
> from the backside of the handlebar to the front side of the brake lever. i 
> use a high quality bungee looped through a section of inner tube which I 
> then slip onto the handlebar opposite my front brake lever. i don't use a 
> kickstand, so when i park I lift the looped bungee over the end of the 
> brake lever, which locks the brakes quite firmly and holds the entire 
> bicycle rigidly against a wall or post. (I prefer to allow only the edge of 
> the handlebar to touch the wall or post, eliminating frame scratches.)  I 
> use a 8"-10" section of strong, high-quality bungee looped through a 
> section of old inner tube a bit larger in diameter than my handlebar. Be 
> sure to place the section of inner tube into the bungee loop before you 
> join the ends of the bungee. . Hold opposite ends of the bungee in a 
> circle, place both ends in a bench vise or vice grips, then join them by 
> wrapping hemp twine tightly around the two compressed bungee ends, knotting 
> as you go.. My parking bands are inconspicuous, out of the way, and have 
> been in use for several years. Works on any handlebar with any type of 
> brake lever. By the way, those pony tail loops found everywhere these days 
> are rarely strong enough to work properly. 
>
> Dave in Kansas  .   . 
>
> On Thursday, March 1, 2018 at 9:11:48 PM UTC-6, Ian A wrote:
>>
>> Just lock the front brake lever. I use a toe strap. Works perfectly.
>>
>> IanA
>>
>

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[RBW] Re: FS: Tubus, Ortlieb, Challenge, Vittoria, Nitto, MKS, etc...

[Jack K]

Updated "For Sale" list below...  Items no longer available have been 
marked with "*(SOLD)*", prices on most remaining items reduced. 

Cheers,

-Jack K.
Raleigh, NC

On Sunday, January 21, 2018 at 6:43:01 PM UTC-5, Jack K wrote:
>
> Hey iBOB's,
>
> I'm still liquidating many years of hoarding ... errr, I mean collecting 
> bike bits. More stuff added to the "for sale" list due to my realization 
> that I'll likely be relegated to recumbent riding for the forseeable 
> future, so I'd like to convert my holdings of diamond frame stuff into cash 
> and recumbent stuff. Lots of nice stuff here, almost all new and still in 
> the box. Shipping is by USPS and at cost (rounded to the nearest dollar). 
> Figure $10 plus or minus a dollar or two for most items to most parts of 
> the ConUS (I'm in Raleigh, NC). 
>
> Cheers and safe riding!
>
> -Jack K.
>
>
>- *Tires:*
>   - *(SOLD) NEW 3x Challenge Strada Bianca 700x30 Clincher / Black: 
> *Handmade 
>   “open tubular” tires still in their boxes, black sidewall version. 
> Larger 
>   than marked, extremely supple, comfortable, very low rolling 
> resistance. 
>   Can be a tight fit on some rims, but worth the effort. I’ve switched to 
> a 
>   559/406 wheeled recumbent and have no use for 700C tires now.   *$40 
>   for 1 / $78 for 2 / $125 for 3  + shipping*
>   - *(SOLD) NEW 1x Challenge Strada Bianca 700x30 Clincher / Tan: *As 
>   above, but the tan sidewall version of the same tire.   *$40 + 
>   shipping* 
>
>
>- *(SOLD) NEW 2x Vittoria Corsa G+ 700x28 Clinchers / Black: *A pair of 
> Vittoria's 
>   latest top of the line all-round sport tires. Another “open tubular” 
> that’s 
>   extremely supple for super grip, comfort and low rolling resistance. 
>   Measures 28mm wide on my Open Pro rims. The world’s first bicycle tire 
>   infused with graphene (to delight the materials scientists out there)! 
> One 
>   tire momentarily mounted on my RB-1 to test brake clearance.  The 
>   pair for *$80 + shipping*
>   - *NEW 2x Continental Grand Prix 4000s II 700x28 Clinchers / Black: 
>   *A pair of Conti’s GP 400S II’s in the big, puffy 700x28 size 
>   (which measures over *31mm* on even narrow Open Pro rims). This is 
>   an extremely well rounded, fast, durable tire at a great price. Mounted 
> on 
>   my RB-1 to test clearances, but never ridden.  The pair for *$70 + 
>   shipping*
>
>
>- *Panniers & Bags:*
>   - *NEW “Old Style” Ortlieb Bikepacker Plus Rear Panniers:* Black, 
>   extra $ “Plus” model with lighter weight 100% waterproof fabric. Older 
>   version with very useful exterior mesh pockets and 2 horizontal + 2 
>   vertical compression straps that are lacking on current model. 42 
> liters, 
>   QL1 mounting hardware. Current MSRP $240.  *$165 + shipping*
>   - *NEW “Old Style” Ortlieb Mini-Biker Lite Front Panniers:* Front 
>   pannier matching the “Old Style” Bikepacker Plus listed above. Black, 
> extra 
>   $ lightweight “Plus” fabric. Older version that’s very similar to the 
>   current Sport-Packer Plus model, but with very useful horizontal & 
> vertical 
>   compression straps that are lacking on current model. 20-25 liters, QL1 
>   mounting hardware.  MSRP $165 when they were available.  *$135 + 
>   shipping*
>   - *NEW Jandd “Mountain Wedge Expanding” Seatpack:  *Recently 
>   discovered in a box in my closet, tags still on, never mounted. Very 
> well 
>   made, typical Jandd quality. Black with large strip of 3M reflective 
>   material, 1.9 liters closed, 2.9 liters open.   *$22 + $5 shipping*
>
>
>- *Racks:*
>   - *LN Tubus Cosmo Stainless Rear Rack (with low-ish rider mounts):* 
>   Installed, then removed without ever having a pannier mounted on it 
>   less than 100 miles later. Indistinguishable from new other than 
> marking on 
>   adjustable seat-stay mounting arms where they were clamped by the rack 
>   hardware. Original version of the Cosmo, so very slightly different 
> than 
>   current model. Included is the $13 Tubus "Lower Rack Mounting Kit", 
> which 
>   can be used to position the rack slightly further back to increase 
>   clearance for heels or disc brakes, or help on bikes with short-ish 
>   chainstays. Paid $210+$13=$223 at TheTouringStore.Com a couple of years 
> ago.  
>   
> *$125 + shipping *
>
>
>- *Fenders:*
>   - *NEW SKS Longboard P35 Fenders: *Still zip-tied to packaging, 
>   bought and never installed. Black, 700x35, all hardware in

[RBW] Re: FS: Panniers / H'Bar Bags / Rack -- Ortlieb / Tubus / Jandd

[Jack K]

Ortlieb Backrollers and h'bar bag are sold. All else still looking for a 
new home!

-Jack

On Tuesday, December 12, 2017 at 2:41:46 PM UTC-5, Jack K wrote:
>
> Hey Riv-folk,
>
>
> Hoping to convert my excess touring gear into cash for other cycling 
> goodies. What cyclist wouldn't want to wake up to Ortlieb under the tree on 
> Christmas morning?  Also the perfect Christmas gift for your spouse (if you 
> like sleeping on the couch)!  ;)
>
>
> I'll try to do actual shipping, if that doesn't get too complicated. 
> Should be $10-ish for bar bags and $15-ish for panniers to most points in 
> the ConUS. Less if you're close to NC, more if you're in Hawaii or Alaska.
>
>
> The stuff ...
>
>
> *Handlebar Bags:*
>
>
>- *LN Ortlieb Ultimate 6 M Classic Handlebar Bag*: Highly visible 
>yellow/black color, indistinguishable from new other than installation 
>cable has normal kink from being installed, 1 key for bar lock. Installed 
>and rode a few times with it empty to test, has never carried a load, been 
>wet or even slightly dusty. *$80 + shipping*
>- *E**C** Jandd Touring Handlebar Bag*: Used on a couple of weeklong 
>tours, but in great shape. Mounting system is brilliant, goes on or off in 
>seconds. Current mount fits quill stems and standard size bars, but an 
>inexpensive adapter for threadless stems and oversized bars is readily 
>available from Jandd.  No shoulder strap is supplied by Jandd, but I'll 
>include the very nice one I purchased for it at a luggage shop. MSRP $105. 
>  *$65 
>+ shipping*
>
> *Panniers:*
>
>
>- *NEW-IN-BOX Ortlieb Back-Roller Classic Panniers:* Highly visible 
>yellow/black color, matches Ortlieb handlebar bag above. New-in-box, 
>current model with QL2.1 mounting system, 40 L, super waterproof roll top 
>closure and just about indestructible. MSRP $180.  *$150 + shipping*
>- *NEW “Old Style” Ortlieb Bikepacker Plus Rear Panniers:* Black, 
>extra $ “Plus” model with lighter weight 100% waterproof fabric. Older 
>version with very useful exterior mesh pockets and 2 horizontal + 2 
>vertical compression straps that are lacking on current model. 42 liters, 
>QL1 mounting hardware. Current MSRP $240.  *$170 + shipping*
>- *NEW “Old Style” Ortlieb Mini-Biker Lite Front Panniers:* Front 
>pannier matching the “Old Style” Bikepacker Plus listed above. Black, 
> extra 
>$ lightweight “Plus” fabric. Older version that’s very similar to the 
>current Sport-Packer Plus model, but with very useful horizontal & 
> vertical 
>compression straps that are lacking on current model. 20-25 liters, QL1 
>mounting hardware.  MSRP $165 when they were available.  *$140 + 
>shipping*
>
> *Racks:*
>
>
>- *LN Tubus Cosmo Stainless Rear Rack (with low-ish rider mounts):* 
> Installed, 
>then removed without ever having a pannier mounted on it less than 100 
>miles later. Indistinguishable from new other than marking on adjustable 
>seat-stay mounting arms where they were clamped by the rack hardware. 
>Original version of the Cosmo, so slightly different than current model. 
>Included is the $13 Tubus "Lower Rack Mounting Kit", which can be used to 
>position the rack slightly further back to increase clearance for heels or 
>disc brakes, or help on bikes with short-ish chainstays. Paid 
> $210+$13=$223 
>at TheTouringStore.Com a couple of years ago.  *$135 + shipping for 
>everything*
>
> Cheers and safe riding,
>
> -Jack K.
> Raleigh, NC
>

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[RBW] FS: Touring Goodies (Panniers / H'Bar Bags / Rack -- Ortlieb / Tubus / Jandd)

[Jack K]

Hey Riv-folk,


Hoping to convert my excess touring gear into cash for other cycling 
goodies. What iBOB wouldn't want to wake up to Ortlieb under the tree on 
Christmas morning?  Also the perfect Christmas gift for your spouse (if you 
like sleeping on the couch)!  ;)


I'll try to do actual shipping, if that doesn't get too complicated. Should 
be $10-ish for bar bags and $15-ish for panniers to most points in the 
ConUS. Less if you're close to NC, more if you're in Hawaii or Alaska.


The stuff ...


*Handlebar Bags:*


   - *LN Ortlieb Ultimate 6 M Classic Handlebar Bag*: Highly visible 
   yellow/black color, indistinguishable from new other than installation 
   cable has normal kink from being installed, 1 key for bar lock. Installed 
   and rode a few times with it empty to test, has never carried a load, been 
   wet or even slightly dusty. *$80 + shipping*
   - *E**C** Jandd Touring Handlebar Bag*: Used on a couple of weeklong 
   tours, but in great shape. Mounting system is brilliant, goes on or off in 
   seconds. Current mount fits quill stems and standard size bars, but an 
   inexpensive adapter for threadless stems and oversized bars is readily 
   available from Jandd.  No shoulder strap is supplied by Jandd, but I'll 
   include the very nice one I purchased for it at a luggage shop. MSRP $105.  
*$65 
   + shipping*
   
*Panniers:*


   - *NEW-IN-BOX Ortlieb Back-Roller Classic Panniers:* Highly visible 
   yellow/black color, matches Ortlieb handlebar bag above. New-in-box, 
   current model with QL2.1 mounting system, 40 L, super waterproof roll top 
   closure and just about indestructible. MSRP $180.  *$150 + shipping*
   - *NEW “Old Style” Ortlieb Bikepacker Plus Rear Panniers:* Black, extra 
   $ “Plus” model with lighter weight 100% waterproof fabric. Older version 
   with very useful exterior mesh pockets and 2 horizontal + 2 vertical 
   compression straps that are lacking on current model. 42 liters, QL1 
   mounting hardware. Current MSRP $240.  *$170 + shipping*
   - *NEW “Old Style” Ortlieb Mini-Biker Lite Front Panniers:* Front 
   pannier matching the “Old Style” Bikepacker Plus listed above. Black, extra 
   $ lightweight “Plus” fabric. Older version that’s very similar to the 
   current Sport-Packer Plus model, but with very useful horizontal & vertical 
   compression straps that are lacking on current model. 20-25 liters, QL1 
   mounting hardware.  MSRP $165 when they were available.  *$140 + 
   shipping*

*Racks:*


   - *LN Tubus Cosmo Stainless Rear Rack (with low-ish rider mounts):* 
Installed, 
   then removed without ever having a pannier mounted on it less than 100 
   miles later. Indistinguishable from new other than marking on adjustable 
   seat-stay mounting arms where they were clamped by the rack hardware. 
   Original version of the Cosmo, so slightly different than current model. 
   Included is the $13 Tubus "Lower Rack Mounting Kit", which can be used to 
   position the rack slightly further back to increase clearance for heels or 
   disc brakes, or help on bikes with short-ish chainstays. Paid $210+$13=$223 
   at TheTouringStore.Com a couple of years ago.  *$135 + shipping for 
   everything*

Cheers and safe riding,

-Jack K.
Raleigh, NC

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[RBW] Re: Rivendell on the C Forum

[Jack K]

What is "C"?

On Wednesday, November 1, 2017 at 6:22:23 PM UTC-4, Steve Palincsar wrote:
>
> There's a thread going on the C Forum right now about Rivendell.  It 
> started as a PSA 
> 
>  
> about a sale Riv is running right now on tires.  That's pretty cool, and 
> you should definitely check it out.
>
> But then "The Golden Boy" posted this:
>
> Did you say Grant Petersen?
>
> Grant Petersen taught me how to love a woman — and how to scold a child.
>
> Grant Petersen’s colonoscopy tape got higher ratings than ‘How I Met Your 
> Mother.'
>
> Did I ever tell you about the time I went horseback riding with Grant 
> Petersen, but there weren’t any horses around? Well, Grant throws a saddle 
> on my back and rides me around Wyoming for three days. Well, wouldn’t you 
> know it, my stamina increases with each day and I develop tremendous leg 
> muscles. So anyway, Grant decides to enter me in the Breeders’ Cup, right, 
> under the name Turkish Delight. And I’m running in second place, and I’m 
> running and I break my ankle! They’re about to shoot me. Then someone from 
> the crowd yells out, God bless him, ‘Don’t shoot him, he’s a human.
>
> Did I ever tell you about the time Grant Petersen took me out to go get a 
> drink with him? We go off looking for a bar and we can’t find one. Finally, 
> Grant takes me into a vacant lot and says, ‘Here we are.’ Well, we sat 
> there for a year and a half. Sure enough, someone constructed a bar around 
> us. Well, the day they opened it, we ordered a shot, drank it, and then 
> burnt the place to the ground. Grant yelled over the roar of the flames, 
> ‘Always leave things the way you found them!'
>
> Grant Petersen wears a live rattlesnake as a condom.
>
> I went camping with Grant Peterson … I’m in the back of a pickup with 
> Grant Petersen and a live deer. Well, Grant, he grabs the deer by the 
> antlers, looks at it and says, ‘I’m Grant Petersen! Say it!’ Then he 
> squeezes the deer in such a way that a sound comes out of its mouth — 
> “Grantpetersen!” It wasn’t exactly it, but it was pretty good for a deer.”
>
> I once saw Grant scissor-kick Angela Lansbury.
>
> Did I ever tell you about the time Grant Petersen showed up at my 
> daughter’s wedding? You know my daughter, she’s a beautiful girl. Well, 
> Grant shows up and you know he’s a big fella. Well, he’s standing right 
> between me and my daughter at the ceremony. He’s got no right to be there, 
> but he’s drunk and he’s Grant. Well, long story short, the priest 
> accidentally marries me and Grant. We spend the weekend in the Poconos — he 
> loved me like I’ve never been loved before.
>
> Grant once punched a hole in a cow just so he could see who was coming up 
> the road.
>
> Did I ever tell you about the time Grant was in a production of ‘The King 
> and I’? On opening night, Grant chloroformed the entire cast and slowly 
> eats them in front of the audience for two hours. The production got pretty 
> good reviews.
>
> I remember one time Grant took his family to Sea World. They were watching 
> Shamu the whale when Grant got splashed. So Grant yells, ‘I’m Grant 
> Petersen and no one gets me wet!’ So he climbs into the tank, grabs Shamu, 
> and throws the whale into the audience, splashes him and yells, ‘How do you 
> like it?’ And then damn if Grant didn’t step in there and finish the show.”
>
>
>
>
> -- 
> Steve Palincsar
> Alexandria, Virginia 
> USA
>
>

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[RBW] Michigan iBOB+Riv Meet-up This Saturday -- Last Call!

[Jack K]

Hi RBW-folk,

This will be my last post to the list about this event, so please take note 
listers from Michigan, Ohio and Windsor ...

The Michigan iBOB + Riv meet 'n greet is coming up this Saturday, Oct. 14. 
We'll have a short ride in the Ann Arbor area, followed by socializing at 
HOMES brewery. Please join us if you can! 

We'll meet at HOMES Brewery (*not* Sic Transit Cycles as first planned) at 
noon on Saturday, Oct. 14 for a casual (30-ish mile) ride, followed by food 
& drink. In case of rain the event will move inside HOMES for food, drink 
and comradery of fellow bike geeks. Feel free to join us for just the ride, 
just the socializing, or both, as your schedule allows. 

About the ride ... There's a lot of interest in a mixed gravel/paved route, 
but some of us prefer to stay on pavement. The plan is to offer both 
(30-ish mile) options and split into two groups, though route specifics are 
still being worked out. I'll be riding pavement, but I'm told the mixed 
pavement/gravel option is easily doable on a road bike with 30mm tires. 

*If you may be able to join us please contact me with your email address, 
so I can add you to the list for email updates.*

To recap:

*What:* Southeast MI iBOB + Riv Meet'n Greet
*When:* Saturday, Oct. 14 at noon
*Where:* HOMES Brewery, 2321 Jackson Ave., Ann Arbor 
*What You Need To Do:* Contact me (Jack) with your email address 

Cheers!

-Jack K.
Raleigh, NC

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[RBW] Michigan iBOB Meet'n Greet -- RBW'ers Invited Too!

[Jack K]

Hi Riv Folk,

The Michigan iBOB meet and greet is coming up Saturday, Oct. 14. We'll have 
a short ride in the Ann Arbor area, followed by refreshments and 
socializing at HOMES brewery. Please join us if you can! 

A slight change to the previous plan is we'll meet at HOMES Brewery, rather 
than Sic Transit Cycles, at noon on Saturday, Oct. 14 for a casual (30-ish 
mile) ride, followed by food & drink. In case of rain the event will move 
inside HOMES for food, drink and comradery of fellow bike geeks. Feel free 
to join us for just the ride, just the socializing, or both, as your 
schedule allows. 

About the ride ... There's a lot of interest in a mixed gravel/paved route, 
but some of us prefer to stay on pavement. The plan is to offer both 
options, hopefully starting together on the road and coming together again 
later. The ace iBOB Ann Arbor route planning team is still working out the 
details, stay tuned for route specifics...

*If you may be able to join us please contact me with your email address, 
so I can add you to the list for email updates.*

To recap:

*What:* Southeast MI iBOB Meet'n Greet
*When:* Saturday, Oct. 14 at noon
*Where:* HOMES Brewery, 2321 Jackson Ave., Ann Arbor 
*What You Need To Do:* Contact me (Jack) with your email address 

Cheers!

-Jack K.

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[RBW] Southeast MI iBOB Meet'n Greet -- Riv'ies Invited Too!

[Jack K]

Hi RBW-folk,

There's a Michigan iBOB (internet Bridgestone Owners Bunch) event coming up 
on Saturday, Oct. 14 and we'd love for our RBW list friends to join us for 
a casual ride followed by food and socializing.
Almost a dozen iBOB's have expressed interest so far, please join us if you 
can! 

We'll meet at Sic Transit Cycles in Ann Arbor at noon on Saturday, Oct. 14, 
for a casual ride (25-30 miles), followed by food & drink at HOMES Brewery. 
In case of rain we'll skip the ride and move directly to HOMES for food, 
drink and vigorous debate on the value and uses of a ball peen hammer in 
breaking in a new Brooks saddle. 

If you may be able to join us please contact me with your email address, so 
I can add you to the list for email updates.

To recap:

*What:* Southeast MI iBOB (and RBW Friends!) Meet'n Greet
*When:* Saturday, Oct. 14 at noon
*Where:* 

*Ride:* SIC Transit Cycles, 1002 Pontiac Tr., Ann Arbor (
sictransitcycles.com)
*Post-Ride Socializing:* HOMES Brewery, 2321 Jackson Ave., Ann Arbor (
www.homesbrewery.com)

*What You Need To Do:* Contact me (Jack) with your email address 

Cheers!

-Jack K.
Raleigh, NC

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[RBW] Re: FS: Commuting / Bike Touring Stuffs -- Ortlieb, Tubus, Jandd, SKS, Hennessey Hammock, MSR

[Jack K]

The following items have been spoken for:

> -*GC Tubus Tara Front Low-rider Rack*
>
> -*NEW Hennessey Hammock Expedition 2.5*
>
> -*EC MSR Whisperlite International Stove Kit*
>
> -*EC MSR Alpine 2 Pot Cookset*
>
> -*NEW MSR 1L Alpine Pot + Lid + Storage Strap*
>
Also, to clarify a bit, the *Walrus Zoid 1 Tent* is a real tent, not a bivy 
type shelter. At the head peak it's tall enough to sit up if you're not too 
tall (online reviews mention 5'10" as about the limit to sit up straight.

Cheers and safe riding!

-Jack 
Raleigh, NC

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[RBW] Re: FS: 53cm VO Pass Hunter with Riv-ish Build $1,150

[Jack K]

The Pass Hunter has been sold.

Cheers and safe riding!

-Jack

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Re: [RBW] Re: 3M helicopter tape

[Jack K]

Marc40a,

Thanks for the heads-up on the water application technique. Super helpful! 
I've had a roll of this in my bike toolbox for a decade+ and have used it 
to great success in small applications, like spots on sides of the 
head-tube where bar-end shifter housing rubs, but larger areas always ended 
up oriented wrong or with a wrinkle that wouldn't come out. Can't wait to 
give the water technique a try!

Cheers,

-Jack

On Friday, April 7, 2017 at 9:58:58 PM UTC-4, Marc40a wrote:
>
> I just covered the triangle of my bikepacking bike's frame last week to 
> mitigate rub from baggage. I bought a large sheet from the online retailer 
> named after a South American river and used a paper cutter to cut it to 
> size. The key for application is to spray the frame with water, spray the 
> sticky side of the tape with water and slap it on. You can then slide it 
> around to position it. Squeegee out the bubbles as best you can  and let 
> the tape dry over night. I had already prepped my frame by washing it and 
> wiping it clean with a little thinner to make sure that I had a clean 
> surface to work with before the application. 

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[RBW] WTB: New or Used Compass Naches Pass (26″ x 1.8″) Tire

[Jack K]

Hey Riv folk,


I realize this is a long shot, but no harm in trying ...  If anyone has a 
Compass 26″ x 1.8″ Naches Pass tire, or tires, they'd like to sell, I'm in 
a buying mood! Can be new or used, 1 or more tires, but only interested in 
the black sidewall version. Even a Naches Pass that's mostly used up would 
be of interest, so I could test the fit and ride quality.


Thanks!


-Jack 

Raleigh, NC



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[RBW] Re: FS: Brooks Saddles (new-in-box Ti Swallow in Brown or Honey, LN carbon C13) and Ice Cream!

[Jack K]

Sorry for missing that detail, I totally forgot the C13 came in different 
widths. This is the 132mm wide variant.

-Jack

On Thursday, April 6, 2017 at 12:24:28 AM UTC-4, Orc wrote:
>
> Is that C13 the 158 wide one?  Mark me down as wanting it if it is.
>
> -david parsons
>
> On Wednesday, April 5, 2017 at 8:59:28 PM UTC-7, Jack K wrote:
>>
>> Hey iRBWOB's,
>>
>>
>> For your ultra-light, yet ultra-comfy, velocipede seating needs I 
>> present a selection of fine (heavily discounted!) Brooks of England saddles 
>> ...  And for you young at heart frozen confection lovers a little 
>> something too!
>>
>>
>> *Saddles:*
>>
>>- *New-In-Box Brooks B15 Swallow Ti (Brown):* 
>>New-In-Box, $390 retail!, titanium rails, includes waterproof cover, 
>>spanner, paperwork, etc. This one: http://tinyurl.com/mwfqhyu   *$255  
>>*(Add matching new-in-box Brooks microfiber bar tape for *$15*)
>>
>>
>>- *New-In-Box Brooks B15 Swallow Ti (Honey):* 
>>New-In-Box, $390 retail!, titanium rails, includes waterproof cover, 
>>spanner, paperwork, etc. This one: http://tinyurl.com/mwfqhyu   *$255  
>>*(Add matching new-in-box Brooks microfiber bar tape for *$15*)
>>
>>
>>- *LN Brooks C13 Ultralight Carbon Framed Wunder Saddle:*
>> Carbon framed 258 gram Brooks with the springy, hammock-like Cambium 
>>feel! Used on a couple of short test rides. Indistinguishable from new, 
>>even to my notoriously picky eye & tail-section! This one here: 
>>http://tinyurl.com/kzervo9 *$150*
>>
>> *Post Ride Refreshment:*
>>
>>- *NEW YayLabs! Ice Cream Maker Ball:* 
>>Brand new and in the original box, Yaylabs! Play & Freeze Ice Cream 
>>Maker makes a quart of ice cream as you or the kids roll it around. Great 
>>fun for kids (of all ages!) at parties or picnics. Uses no electricity, 
>> so 
>>can be used anywhere there's ice; i.e. camping, picnics, boating, at the 
>>playground, etc ... 
>>
>>This is the updated "Mega" size ball, that makes a quart of ice 
>>cream, rather than the original ball's pint. Highly rated with 4.5 stars 
>>out of 5 on Amazon:
>>https://www.amazon.com/Yaylabs-Cream-Ball-Blue-Quart/dp/B009GFKPDM 
>>
>> <https://www.google.com/url?q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FYaylabs-Cream-Ball-Blue-Quart%2Fdp%2FB009GFKPDM=D=1=AFQjCNHflPn3q68McJqtV-5tXjlxteuDqg>
>>
>>Video review of the ice cream ball in action:
>>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z4t3SWKYWCE
>>
>>Received as gift, but never used. *  $20 *
>>
>> Add *$10* for shipping for any combination of items. Cheers and safe 
>> riding!
>>
>>
>> -Jack
>>
>>
>> Raleigh, NC 
>>
>

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[RBW] FS: Brooks Saddles (new-in-box Ti Swallow in Brown or Honey, LN carbon C13) and Ice Cream!

[Jack K]

Hey iRBWOB's,


For your ultra-light, yet ultra-comfy, velocipede seating needs I present a 
selection of fine (heavily discounted!) Brooks of England saddles ...  And 
for you young at heart frozen confection lovers a little something too!


*Saddles:*

   - *New-In-Box Brooks B15 Swallow Ti (Brown):* 
   New-In-Box, $390 retail!, titanium rails, includes waterproof cover, 
   spanner, paperwork, etc. This one: http://tinyurl.com/mwfqhyu   *$255  *(Add 
   matching new-in-box Brooks microfiber bar tape for *$15*)


   - *New-In-Box Brooks B15 Swallow Ti (Honey):* 
   New-In-Box, $390 retail!, titanium rails, includes waterproof cover, 
   spanner, paperwork, etc. This one: http://tinyurl.com/mwfqhyu   *$255  *(Add 
   matching new-in-box Brooks microfiber bar tape for *$15*)


   - *LN Brooks C13 Ultralight Carbon Framed Wunder Saddle:*
Carbon framed 258 gram Brooks with the springy, hammock-like Cambium feel! 
   Used on a couple of short test rides. Indistinguishable from new, even to 
   my notoriously picky eye & tail-section! This one here: 
   http://tinyurl.com/kzervo9 *$150*

*Post Ride Refreshment:*

   - *NEW YayLabs! Ice Cream Maker Ball:* 
   Brand new and in the original box, Yaylabs! Play & Freeze Ice Cream 
   Maker makes a quart of ice cream as you or the kids roll it around. Great 
   fun for kids (of all ages!) at parties or picnics. Uses no electricity, so 
   can be used anywhere there's ice; i.e. camping, picnics, boating, at the 
   playground, etc ... 
   
   This is the updated "Mega" size ball, that makes a quart of ice cream, 
   rather than the original ball's pint. Highly rated with 4.5 stars out of 5 
   on Amazon:
   https://www.amazon.com/Yaylabs-Cream-Ball-Blue-Quart/dp/B009GFKPDM 
   

   
   Video review of the ice cream ball in action:
   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z4t3SWKYWCE
   
   Received as gift, but never used. *  $20 *

Add *$10* for shipping for any combination of items. Cheers and safe riding!


-Jack


Raleigh, NC 

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[RBW] Re: FS: February Parts Purge (continued)

[Jack K]

Are the indented items the ones still available? Or versa-vicey? 

If the Funky Monkey's are still available what size & color?

Thanks,

-Jack K.

On Wednesday, February 22, 2017 at 1:15:27 PM UTC-5, Coconutbill wrote:
>
> Hi folks, I accidentally deleted the last thread.
>
> Here's what's left:
>
>> Here's what's left
>>
>>  Brooks B-17 (black) $60
>
>> Carsick designs handlebar barrel bag - $50
>> IRD Thumbies (SIlver Shifters) - $75
>>
>> Moby Ringle Easton Seatpost (long)   27.2  $70
>>
>> Paul Funky Munky Front & Rear Cable Hangers $60 for both
>>
>> Sugino Forged 170mm Single Speed Cranks  $40
>>
>> Shimano Deore (old rear derailleur without chainwheels) $20 
>>
>> Shimano Mountain levers - good condition - $25
>>
>> Suntour XC Pro - rear derailleur $50
>>
>> Suntour XC Pro 2x front derailleurs $30 (for both- one is in good shape - 
>> the other is stripped on one of the limit screw) 
>>
>> Suntour Bottom Bracket (old style cup-n-cone) $50 
>>
>> Shimano bar end shifter parts $15
>>
> *MAVIC 121 SUP Ceramic Rims - Local pIck up - make me an offer
> *Velo Orange 650B Fenders (missing some hardware) - make me an offer
> Ritchey Vantage / 26'' wheels with Sansin sealed hubs - make me an offer 
>

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[RBW] FS: LN VO Touring Pedals + Stainless Toe-Clips + Straps

[Jack K]

Hey Riv-folk,

I have a set of very new VO touring pedals that are surplus to my needs and 
hoping someone here can use them. They have very few miles on the, maybe a 
couple hundred. The only sign of use is some scratches on the very tip of 
the top of the toe clip, where they touched the ground before the pedals 
was flipped right-side up when starting after a stop. The set includes the 
following (with VO website pricing in paren's):

   - VO Touring Pedals ($55) -- super smooth sealed bearings
   - VO Laminated Toestraps ($25) -- near perfect color match to a honey 
   Brooks
   - VO Stainless Toe-clips ($13) -- genuine shiny metal

All this pedal goodness totals $93 from VO. Looking for $55 + $5 shipping 
to anywhere in the ConUS.


Cheers and safe riding!


-Jack
Raleigh, NC

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Re: [RBW] Re: What is the most interesting thing in you parts bin?

[Jack K]

Patrick, are you referring to the White Industries LMDS? 
http://www.disraeligears.co.uk/Site/White_Industries_LMDS_derailleur.html

I've never laid hands on any of the deraileurs produced in the U.S. during 
the CNC boom, but none of them seemed to have a very good reputation for 
effectively moving a chain across gears. Neato looking bits though ...

-Jack
Raleigh, NC

On Saturday, January 14, 2017 at 1:37:27 PM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote:
>
> More neat things. I see that these are not the short lived desmodromic 
> (in/out by cable action and not spring) US made rd that came out in the 
> late '80s or very early '90s; does anyone remember those?
>
> On Fri, Jan 13, 2017 at 9:57 PM, Joe Bernard  > wrote:
>>
>>
>> Late '90s Precision Billet Pro-Shift rear derailer, CNCed in Santee, CA. 
>> With original box, instructions and sticker. Pretty cool, eh? I need to put 
>> it on a vintage MTB build one of these days.
>>
>> Interesting/bizarre factoid: There's a guy in Canada who was supplying 
>> parts for these things, then decided to start selling complete new 
>> derailers. He even calls the website Precision Billet, although there's no 
>> labeling on the mechs themselves. Apparently the original manufacturer - 
>> he's still making CNC stuff (non-bike) in CA. - chewed him out, but has no 
>> proof of legal right to the design or name. So that's different.
>>
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[RBW] Re: Just bought Compass 700x32 Extra Lights

[Jack K]

My how times have changed! 32mm road tires are now "a skinny"...

On Tuesday, December 6, 2016 at 9:35:31 AM UTC-5, BenG wrote:
>
> Building a Christmas bike for my son-in-law. Took several nights of sore 
> hands to get Compass 32mm EL mounted true on new Mavic Open Sport/105 
> wheels. He won't know the difference, but they feel as good as a skinny can.

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[RBW] Re: FS: Carradice, Brooks (Ti & C13 carbon!), Tubus, Schmidt, Thomson, Nitto, SunTour and Ice Cream!

[Jack K]

Edit: The "*NEW-In-Bag Thomson X4 Stem (Silver, +/-10 degrees x 100mm x 
31.8mm):*" is actually the lighter, more elegant X2 model. 

-Jack

On Wednesday, November 9, 2016 at 5:37:33 PM UTC-5, Jack K wrote:
>
> Hi Riv peoples,
>
> Updating the "for sale" list I posted almost a month ago. More items added 
> and price reductions ...  Will be listing several frames and whole bikes 
> soon; including:
>
>- 1983 Trek 600 (620?) sport touring rig with full 1980's Campy group, 
>20"-ish, very nice!
>- 1977 Trek TX300 sport touring, completely original down to the bar 
>tape, 20"-ish, "barn find" condition
>- 1985 Ross Signature, Tom Kellogg designed sport tourer, original 
>components, about 54cm, pristine!
>- Early 80's (late 70's?) Nishiki Olympic sport-touring, appears 
>original except brake levers, 21"-ish, could pass for new
>- NOS Meridian tandem frame, purchased about a decade ago as NOS after 
>Meridian folded, highend steel frame much like Santana's offerings at that 
>time (Meridian's founders were Santana defectors), size "small" (about a 
>54cm TT for captain)
>
> Big, long list of parts follows...  Enjoy!
>
> -Jack
>
> Hi,
>>
>> As part of my continuing efforts to turn excess bike bits into rent ...  
>> Lots 
>> of premo Riv-ish stuff here for your consideration!
>>
>>  
>>
>> All prices are "+ shipping", where shipping will be a best guess rounded 
>> to $5. Figure $10 for saddles, $15 for panniers and $30 for wheels within 
>> the ConUS. Some things shown in photos, some found after photos taken. 
>> Happy to supply images on request!
>>
>>  
>>
>> *Bags and racks:*
>>
>>- *NEW Carradice Super-C Saddlepack**:*  
>>Mounts to saddle rails, not the transverse style of Carradice bag. 
>>Black waterproof cotton duck, lotsa reflective material, 8 liter 
>> capacity, 
>>This guy: http://tinyurl.com/gwy4mny   *$60*
>>- *NEW MUSA Madden Buzzard Rear Panniers:* 
>>High quality bags sewn in Boulder, CO, I believe the last generation 
>>of Madden pannier. Purchased from Adventure Cycling website ($200 in 
>> 2006), 
>>but never used. High visibility gold/black color combo. Uses a locking 
>>attachment system that wraps completely around the rack rail, similar to 
>>Ortlieb, but you engage the lock with the flip of a finger. Lots of 
>>standard and mesh pockets for organizing & drying damp gear, reflective 
>>strips for visibility. A great bit of rugged American made kit! This guy 
>>here: http://www.suburbancyclist.com/madden.html*$165*
>>- *NEW Tubus Cosmo Stainless Rear Rack** (with low rider mounts):* 
>>Installed, then removed without ever having a pannier mounted on it. 
>>Original version of the Cosmo, so looks like this: 
>>http://www.therandonneeshop.com/medi...ubus_Cosmo.jpg 
>>
>> <http://www.google.com/url?q=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.therandonneeshop.com%2Fmedia%2F238%2FTubus_Cosmo.jpg=D=1=AFQjCNEnNw7prcaEYDOtEWlcoHy57VAwag>
>>   
>>Included is the $13 Tubus "Lower Rack Mounting Kit", which can be used to 
>>position the rack slightly further back to increase clearance for heels 
>> or 
>>disc brakes, or help on bikes with shortish chainstays. Paid 
>> $210+$13=$223 
>>at TheTouringStore.Com; say *$160* for everything.
>>
>> *Wheels and Tires:*
>>
>>
>>- *Schmidt SON28 Dyno-hub Tandem Wheelset (10/9/8/7 Spd Shimano):* 
>> All silver, 700c, 36 spoke Schmidt classic front hub, 40 spoke DT/Hugi 
>>tandem rear hub (threaded on left for drag brake), Velocity Dyad rims, 
>>spaced 145 mm OLD (modern non-Santana tandem standard). Bought on 
>>list or eBay (can’t remember) a few years ago to build my ultimate 
>> BOB-ish 
>>tandem, then never used. Original owner stated they were built by Peter 
>>White and had less than 1000 miles. I can’t confirm that, but build and 
>>condition seem consistent. Look good to me, but assume they’ll need a 
>>touch-up truing (my assumption with any used wheels). No skewers. Cost 
>>considerably more than $800 to build,   *$495*
>>- *NEW 26” (559) XT M760 / Mavic 717 Wheelset (V-Brake, 10/9/8/7 Spd 
>>Shimano):* 
>> All silver. Purchased from one of the big online retailers (Colorado 
>>Cyclist most likely) back in the 9 speed era when XT M760 was current, 
>> but 
>>never used. When received I did mount a cassette and two different tires 
>> 

[RBW] Re: End of the rainbow

[Jack K]

If Fullylugged's set only has color on one side, then there must have been 
at least 2 versions. I just recently sold a set I'd been hoarding for 
years. They had color on both sides of the tire and the checkerboard tread 
pattern. 

-Jack

On Sunday, October 23, 2016 at 5:49:41 AM UTC-4, Fullylugged wrote:
>
>
> The tires are Nifty Swifties with the color inserts on a sidewall. They 
> came in two varieties of color pattern iirc. Mine has 7 panels (ROYGBIV) 
> evenly divided around the sidewall on just one side of the tires.
>

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[RBW] Re: FS: Schmidt, Carradice, Tubus, Grand Bois, Nitto, XC-Pro Crank, Brooks B15 & C13, Ice Cream!

[Jack K]

Hugh (and any other Riv folk having difficulty contacting me),

I replied to your emails and sent a private reply through the forum. You 
can also contact me by emailing directly to "jack.**sh...@gmail.com", where 
the "**" are the first two letters of my last name.

Cheers,

-Jack Keoshian

Raleigh, NC

On Saturday, October 15, 2016 at 7:50:02 PM UTC-4, Hugh Smitham wrote:
>
> Hi Jack,
>
> I tried sending you a PM regarding the ST crank. Don't know whether you 
> got it or not? Can you shoot me a email.
>
> ~Hugh
>   Los Angeles, CA
>
> On Wednesday, October 12, 2016 at 10:33:09 AM UTC-7, Jack K wrote:
>>
>> Hi Riv-folk,
>>
>>
>> As part of my continuing efforts to turn excess bike bits into rent ...  
>> Lots 
>> of premo stuff here for your consideration!
>>
>>
>> All prices are "+ shipping", where shipping will be a best guess rounded 
>> to $5. Figure $10 for saddles, $15 for panniers and $30 for wheels within 
>> the ConUS. Some things shown in photos, some found after photos taken. 
>> Happy to supply images on request!
>>
>>
>> *Bags and racks:*
>>
>>- *NEW Carradice Super-C Saddlepack**:*  
>>Mounts to saddle rails, not the transverse style of Carradice bag. 
>>Black waterproof cotton duck, lotsa reflective material, 8 liter 
>> capacity, 
>>This guy: http://tinyurl.com/gwy4mny   *$65*
>>- *NEW MUSA Madden Buzzard Rear Panniers:* 
>>High quality bags sewn in Boulder, CO, I believe the last generation 
>>of Madden pannier. Purchased from Adventure Cycling website ($200 in 
>> 2006), 
>>but never used. High visibility gold/black color combo. Uses a locking 
>>attachment system that wraps completely around the rack rail, similar to 
>>Ortlieb, but you engage the lock with the flip of a finger. Lots of 
>>standard and mesh pockets for organizing & drying damp gear, reflective 
>>strips for visibility. A great bit of rugged American made kit! This guy 
>>here: http://www.suburbancyclist.com/madden.html*$165*
>>- *NEW Tubus Cosmo Stainless Rear Rack** (with low rider mounts):* 
>>Installed, then removed without ever having a pannier mounted on it. 
>>Original version of the Cosmo, so looks like this: 
>>http://www.therandonneeshop.com/medi...ubus_Cosmo.jpg 
>>
>> <http://www.google.com/url?q=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.therandonneeshop.com%2Fmedia%2F238%2FTubus_Cosmo.jpg=D=1=AFQjCNEnNw7prcaEYDOtEWlcoHy57VAwag>
>>   
>>Included is the $13 Tubus "Lower Rack Mounting Kit", which can be used to 
>>position the rack slightly further back to increase clearance for heels 
>> or 
>>disc brakes, or help on bikes with shortish chainstays. Paid 
>> $210+$13=$223 
>>at TheTouringStore.Com; say *$160* for everything.
>>
>> *Wheels and Tires:*
>>
>>
>>- *Schmidt SON28 Dyno-hub Tandem Wheelset (10/9/8/7 Spd Shimano):* 
>> All silver, 700c, 36 spoke Schmidt classic front hub, 40 spoke DT/Hugi 
>>tandem rear hub (threaded on left for drag brake), Velocity Dyad rims, 
>>spaced 145 mm OLD (modern non-Santana tandem standard). Bought on 
>>list or eBay (can’t remember) a few years ago to build my ultimate 
>> BOB-ish 
>>tandem, then never used. Original owner stated they were built by Peter 
>>White and had less than 1000 miles. I can’t confirm that, but build and 
>>condition seem consistent. Look good to me, but assume they’ll need a 
>>touch-up truing (my assumption with any used wheels). No skewers. Cost 
>>considerably more than $800 to build,   *$525.*
>>- *NEW 26” (559) XT M760 / Mavic 717 Wheelset (V-Brake, 10/9/8/7 Spd 
>>Shimano):* 
>> All silver. Purchased from one of the big online retailers (Colorado 
>>Cyclist most likely) back in the 9 speed era when XT M760 was current, 
>> but 
>>never used. When received I did mount a cassette and two different tires 
>> to 
>>test the fit of the tires in my touring frame, then hung in my garage for 
>> a 
>>decade. Silver XT M760 hubs, 32 stainless butted spokes front and rear, 
>>light/expensive Mavic XC717 rims, original silver XT skewers, tags still 
>>attached.   *$275*
>>- 
>> *Grand Bois Cypres Tires (a pair of 700c x 32): *Purchased from a fellow 
>>iBOB, but never used. Tread shows no visible wear, but sidewalls dirty, 
>> so 
>>I assume they've been ridden a bit. These guys: 
>>http://tinyurl.com/gw9ptln   *$65*
>>- *NEW Hutchinson TopSlick T

[RBW] Re: kalloy dirt drop stems...

[Jack K]

I've had what appears to be that very same stem (though silver) on the 
MTB-turned-urban-assault-vehicle I built up in grad school (about 1997). I 
used that bike tons for about a decade, though I rarely ride it now. The 
Kalloy stem is obviously a cruder piece than the Nitto Dirtdrop, but it's 
been perfectly functional and doesn't look bad at all. I wouldn't hesitate 
to use the one you pointed to in your build.

-Jack

Raleigh, NC
 

On Thursday, October 6, 2016 at 3:05:07 PM UTC-4, Patch T wrote:
>
> Hi Bunch,
>
> I have a Nitto dirt drop stem on my QB with NItto 135 and I of course love 
> everything about it...
>
> That said, I'm building up a slightly-budgety all-rounder from an '85 Trek 
> 850. I want it all black. Because all my other bikes are silvery. And just 
> because.
>
> Question, how are Kalloy stems? Specifically, 
> http://www.treefortbikes.com/product/333222363230/1519/Kalloy-Dirt-Drop-Quill-Stem.html
>
> I am clearly not expecting the quality of Nitto, but about how much 
> quality (or more importantly, strength and integrity) can I expect from a 
> $12-$15 stem?
>
> Thanks!
>
> Patch
>
>
>
>
>
>

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[RBW] FS: NEW 26" Wheelset (All Silver, XT M760 / Mavic XC-717 / DT Butted Satinless)

[Jack K]

Hi RBW folk,

I have a new (as in "not ever used") set of nice 26" wheels that I bought 
for a build years ago, but never used. Would like to move them out of my 
garage and into yours!

The wheels are all silver, built by one of the online mail-order places, 
but I don't recall who. I've typically used Colorado Cyclist, but maybe 
Excel Sports? Purchased to build a Waterford 1900 "Adventure Touring" bike 
that just didn't work out for me. The wheels are for rim brakes only 
(canti, v, centerpull, etc...) with silver Shimano XT M760 hubs, silver  
Mavic XC717 rims, 32 DT butted stainless spokes front & rear, silver brass 
nipples. Includes silver XT skewers and original hang tag for the XT hub.

The real prize here is the Mavic XC-717 rims, which are no longer produced 
in silver. A great lightweight, strong do-everything rim with a stellar 
reputation on and off-road. All XC-717 rims come drilled for Schrader, but 
with an insert for Presta fixed in place. So, easy to use either type valve.

I did mount a cassette and tires on these and clamp them in my un-built 
Waterford frame to admire them while the frame sat in my living room 
waiting to be built. Not a mark on them, though perhaps a little dust. 

$290 + $35 shipping

Cheers and safe riding!

-Jack K.
Raleigh, NC

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[RBW] Re: RB-1 tire clearence and rear spacing

[Jack K]

Although advertised as 128mm, my '93 RB-1 came spaced wider than that. A 
130mm spaced hub fits with room to spare. Manufacturing variances, no doubt.

Also, the 700x28 Ritchey tires that came stock in '93 are *way* smaller 
than any "28" tire I know of today. I actually still have those original 
700x28 Tom Slick tires and for giggles installed them on the RB-1 again a 
couple of years ago. They are tiny compared to the 700x25 Michelin Pro4 
tires on the bike these days (which are famous for measuring bigger than 
marked -- the 25's measure 27mm wide on my Open Pro rims). Even larger 
tires may fit, lots of room between chainstays and in fork.The pinch point 
I see is between the top of tire and bottom of front brake caliper.  I'm 
using the original Superbe Pro calipers, perhaps some other brake would 
give slightly more clearance.

-Jack

Raleigh, NC


On Friday, August 19, 2016 at 12:46:56 PM UTC-4, Joe Bernard wrote:
>
> It probably depends on the year. By 1993 Grant was setting them up with 
> 128 rear spacing, which accommodated the 126 hub on the 7-speed and 130 on 
> the 8. The 7-speed with single-pivot sidepulls came with 28c tires. 
>
> http://www.sheldonbrown.com/bridgestone/1993/pages/63.htm
>

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[RBW] Re: RBW / BQ inspired steel lugged custom

[Jack K]

Rene',

Definitely a thoughtfully designed and well proportioned machine. Very nice 
indeed! What is the rear hub and rear skewer? The skewer in particular I 
don't recognize. 

Cheers and safe riding!

-Jack

Raleigh, NC

On Monday, August 8, 2016 at 9:03:54 PM UTC-4, René wrote:
>
> Thanks Ryan. 
>
> On Monday, August 8, 2016, Ryan Fleming  > wrote:
>
>> That is a  very handsome machine , Rene...those Steve Rex bikes are 
>> beauties, and you  both have an excellent eye for detail. I hope you ride 
>> many happy miles on your new custom!
>>
>> On Sunday, August 7, 2016 at 8:32:25 PM UTC-5, René wrote:
>>>
>>> Thanks for your comments Doug. 
>>>
>>> I agree, Steve is a master at his craft. 
>>>
>>> I didn't want a full rear rack for this bike; in fact, I initially only 
>>> wanted the front small rack, but when he showed me his racks, I just 
>>> couldn't let the opportunity pass. They give the bike such a distinct look 
>>> and functionality. The Atlantis has the full set of front & rear racks with 
>>> low riders on both.
>>>
>>> The way this bike seems to be evolving I'm now not sure which of my 
>>> bikes it will replace, the Homer, the Atlantis or maybe even both! It will 
>>> be a long month until I can finish it and start riding it to see how it 
>>> fits and responds. My trust is that Steve, with his knowledge and 
>>> experience, has been able to convert what I expressed I wanted into the 
>>> materialization of my dreams.
>>>
>>> Thanks to all for your nice comments!
>>>
>>> René 
>>>
>>>
>>> On Sun, Aug 7, 2016 at 6:13 PM, dougP  wrote:
>>>
 Rene:

 Following your evolution thru bikes over the last couple of years (??) 
 has been interesting.  You have a knack for defining subtle differences in 
 understandable terms.  This no doubt was key in your communications with 
 Steve Rex.  My wager is that when complete the bike will be everything you 
 expected.  What a journey!

 A few weeks ago I had the pleasure of staying with a couple in Davis 
 who have (literally) a house full of nice bikes.  Many are Steve Rex 
 creations.  I had heard of him but had not seen his work in person.  The 
 craftsmanship & attention to detail is incredible.  Next time I'm in the 
 northern provinces I intend to visit his shop.  

 Comments re: your custom (have not read every post here).  The cables 
 under the bottom bracket are esp. nice.  The racks are absolutely 
 artistic.  While I'd opt for a platform on the rear (just because), 
 the 
 low pannier rails are perfect.  And the detachable front low riders are 
 gorgeous.  Based on what I've seen, Steve Rex is an artist who has figured 
 out a way to make a living doing his art.  

 dougP


 On Friday, August 5, 2016 at 8:59:03 AM UTC-7, René wrote:
>
> Hi all,
>
> The day has arrived. I'm driving to Sacramento later this morning to 
> pick up my custom low trail 650b lugged steel fendered and racked custom.
>
> Will post photos and a short update later. I'll be building the whole 
> bike but will take my sweet time to enjoy it. I will also likely let the 
> paint fully cure, as expressed in a separate thread.
>
> Hopefully the group will still enjoy this, but if it's too far out 
> from the RBW spirit of this forum, I'll be very happy not to do these 
> postings. It's just that for me, this bike epitomizes everything I've 
> learned and experienced since that very first day when I visited RBW HQ 
> and 
> drove home with my Homer.
>
> René 
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Re: [RBW] Re: Nine Speed Index Setup

[Jack K]

Hey RBW-folk,

I'm re-cockpitting my older Bilenky tandem today, going from an 8 speed 
bar-end shifted setup to 9 speed Shimano cassette/RD, shifted by 11 speed 
Campy Athena Ergo levers in a pretty classic Shimergo setup. This will be 
my first time doing anything with Ergopower levers, please wish me luck for 
an easy install! As part of this update I'm also installing cable splitters 
(as used on S coupled bikes) to allow use of easily obtainable half-bike 
length Campy headed cables. I assume one could use this same technique to 
install those latest Dura-Ace Polymer coated cables on a tandem as well. 

BTW, I was just investigating those Polymer coated cables online yesterday. 
They get extremely favorable reviews (for what that's worth) and at least 
appear to be a genuine improvement in cable slipperyness.

Cheers and safe riding!

-Jack

Raleigh, NC 

On Tuesday, June 21, 2016 at 4:31:27 PM UTC-4, Bill Lindsay wrote:
>
> Similar to Patrick Moore, I took some advice and splurged on super high 
> end coated Dura Ace shift cables for my next build.  Like PM I can't 
> comment on whether or not they are better, or how much better.  It will be 
> a 10sp index setup.  
>
> I'll point out that our man Michael has a tandem, though, and AFAIK there 
> is no Dura Ace tandem length rear der cable.  So PM's anecdotes and mine 
> will not be germane to Michael's issue.  I agree with Mark and Rene that 
> Michael's description of symptoms is 100% consistent with a cable friction 
> issue.  
>
> Bill Lindsay
> El Cerrito, CA
>
> On Tuesday, June 21, 2016 at 12:24:43 PM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote:
>>
>> With the full-length housing for the BB7s and the 9 sp friction shifting 
>> system on the Matthews, I splurged and bought high end Dura Ace brake and 
>> derailleur wires, upon the advice of the shop that said they do make a 
>> difference. I haven't yet installed them yet, and can't pronounce on their 
>> efficacy, but the OP might want to consider such top end cable at least for 
>> his rear derailleur.
>>
>

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[RBW] Re: FS: Berthoud & Brooks Ti & Cambium Saddles, Ortlieb, Tubus, Challenge, SPD Shoes/Pedals

[Jack K]

<https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-ZaJnJ56WHnc/V1XRoGe7ACI/ESI/px9MUOG_S9YADJn-2HGomaGdL2dHuYGngCLcB/s1600/IMG_20160605_184056384.jpg>

<https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-X8gkjhgUX_M/V1XRdIwjo2I/ESA/GGoNGwH-_1MVZxWhxm1z9SYkmRA_pruWQCLcB/s1600/IMG_20160605_184008777.jpg>
Forgot to attach photos showing saddles to my original FS post, but here ya 
go!  Happy to provide detailed pics of anything, just ask.

Cheers,

-Jack



Raleigh, NC

On Monday, June 6, 2016 at 12:29:47 AM UTC-4, Jack K wrote:
>
> Hi RBW-folk,
>
> iBOB is my usual bicycle discussion home on the web, but I lurk here as 
> well and post on occasion. Continuing to sell anything bicycle related in 
> my garage that's not currently rigidly attached to a bicycle. Today's batch 
> of bargains include
>
> *Saddles:*
>
>-  *NEW Ti Brooks B15 Swallow*: Brown, titanium rails, includes only 
>new saddle still mounted on display card, no other paraphernalia. This 
> one: 
>http://tinyurl.com/jxflswg   *$275 + $10 shipping*
>-  *NEW Berthoud Aspin*: New, in original box. Dark brown, very thick 
>leather. This one: http://tinyurl.com/j85ac3a*$180 + $10 shipping*
>- *EC Brooks C17 Cambium Saddle:* Slate color, in original box, very 
>slight use (maybe 75 miles). This actually worked quite well for me, but 
>not as good as some other saddles I was testing at the same time. No 
>scuffs, scrapes, abrasions or sweat stains. This guy: 
>http://tinyurl.com/glpkr6g   *$115 + $10 shipping* 
>- *EC Ti Brooks Team Professional: *Black with large copper rivets, 
>only slight signs of use, copper rivets still shiny, no scuffs, scraps or 
>signs of breaking in. Titanium rails make it surprisingly light. 
>Purchased on iBOB a couple of years ago, but never used, as I had found 
>other good options. This one: http://tinyurl.com/hnpjwfx*$175 + 
>$10 shipping*
>- *EC+ Ti Fizik Arione Classic: *All black, titanium rails (248 grams 
>on my scale), used on two rides, certainly less than 75 miles total. 
> Pretty 
>much indistinguishable from new, except for slight loss of “Arione” 
>lettering screened onto side of saddle from thigh rub. Was suggested on 
>iBOB a few years back, but didn’t work for me. This one: 
>http://tinyurl.com/hpy9x5a   *$80 + $10 shipping*
>- *EC Ti Fizik Aliante Carbon Twin Flex: *All black, titanium rails 
>and carbon shell with carbon/gel trampoline for support (246 grams on my 
>scale), this precise model doesn’t appear to be available anymore. Highly 
>recommended on iBOB and actually worked very well for me over a few 
> hundred 
>miles of use, but I’m using other things now. Very slight marks on rubber 
>side bumpers, no other obvious signs of use except some loss of  “Aliante” 
>lettering screened onto side of saddle from thigh rub.  *$80 + $10 
>shipping*
>
> *Bags and Racks:*
>
>- *NEW Carradice Super-C Saddlepack*:  Mounts to saddle rails, not the 
>transverse style of Carradice bag. Black waterproof cotton duck, lotsa 
>reflective material, 8 liter capacity, This guy: 
>http://tinyurl.com/gwy4mny   *$65*
>- *New Ortlieb Back & Front-Roller Classic Panniers Complete Set *
>*(Black)*:  FrontRollers are new-in-box, while Back-Rollers are used, 
>but out of their box. Back-Rollers were stuffed with pillows, ridden 
>around the block and stored in my garage, so have light dust.  
> Back-Rollers 
>have the hook inserts to fit Tubus diameter racks installed, but I think 
>there was another set of inserts which I have not located. I noticed a 
>used set of these sold on iBOB for $295 last month.  Someone please go 
>touring with these for *$265 + shipping*
>- *New Ortlieb Bike & Sport-Packer Plus Panniers Complete Set** 
>(Yellow/Black):*  Very visible yellow color is no longer available. 
>Like these, with QL2 mounting system: http://tinyurl.com/gt9rmvt  
><http://tinyurl.com/gt9rmvt>   Total retail is $450.   
> *$340 + shipping *
>- *New Tubus Cosmo Stainless Rear Rack* (with low rider mounts): 
>Installed, then removed without ever having a pannier mounted on it. 
>Original version of the Cosmo, so looks like this: 
>http://www.therandonneeshop.com/medi...ubus_Cosmo.jpg 
>
> <http://www.google.com/url?q=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.therandonneeshop.com%2Fmedia%2F238%2FTubus_Cosmo.jpg=D=1=AFQjCNEnNw7prcaEYDOtEWlcoHy57VAwag>
>   
>Included is the $13 Tubus "Lower Rack Mounting Kit", which can be used to 
>position the rack slightly further back to increase clearance for heels or 
>disc brakes, or help on bikes with shortish chainstays. Paid $210+$13=$223

[RBW] FS: Berthoud & Brooks Ti & Cambium Saddles, Ortlieb, Tubus, Challenge, SPD Shoes/Pedals

[Jack K]

Hi RBW-folk,

iBOB is my usual bicycle discussion home on the web, but I lurk here as 
well and post on occasion. Continuing to sell anything bicycle related in 
my garage that's not currently rigidly attached to a bicycle. Today's batch 
of bargains include

*Saddles:*

   -  *NEW Ti Brooks B15 Swallow*: Brown, titanium rails, includes only new 
   saddle still mounted on display card, no other paraphernalia. This one: 
   http://tinyurl.com/jxflswg   *$275 + $10 shipping*
   -  *NEW Berthoud Aspin*: New, in original box. Dark brown, very thick 
   leather. This one: http://tinyurl.com/j85ac3a*$180 + $10 shipping*
   - *EC Brooks C17 Cambium Saddle:* Slate color, in original box, very 
   slight use (maybe 75 miles). This actually worked quite well for me, but 
   not as good as some other saddles I was testing at the same time. No 
   scuffs, scrapes, abrasions or sweat stains. This guy: 
   http://tinyurl.com/glpkr6g   *$115 + $10 shipping* 
   - *EC Ti Brooks Team Professional: *Black with large copper rivets, only 
   slight signs of use, copper rivets still shiny, no scuffs, scraps or signs 
   of breaking in. Titanium rails make it surprisingly light. Purchased on 
   iBOB a couple of years ago, but never used, as I had found other good 
   options. This one: http://tinyurl.com/hnpjwfx*$175 + $10 shipping*
   - *EC+ Ti Fizik Arione Classic: *All black, titanium rails (248 grams on 
   my scale), used on two rides, certainly less than 75 miles total. Pretty 
   much indistinguishable from new, except for slight loss of “Arione” 
   lettering screened onto side of saddle from thigh rub. Was suggested on 
   iBOB a few years back, but didn’t work for me. This one: 
   http://tinyurl.com/hpy9x5a   *$80 + $10 shipping*
   - *EC Ti Fizik Aliante Carbon Twin Flex: *All black, titanium rails and 
   carbon shell with carbon/gel trampoline for support (246 grams on my 
   scale), this precise model doesn’t appear to be available anymore. Highly 
   recommended on iBOB and actually worked very well for me over a few hundred 
   miles of use, but I’m using other things now. Very slight marks on rubber 
   side bumpers, no other obvious signs of use except some loss of  “Aliante” 
   lettering screened onto side of saddle from thigh rub.  *$80 + $10 
   shipping*

*Bags and Racks:*

   - *NEW Carradice Super-C Saddlepack*:  Mounts to saddle rails, not the 
   transverse style of Carradice bag. Black waterproof cotton duck, lotsa 
   reflective material, 8 liter capacity, This guy: 
   http://tinyurl.com/gwy4mny   *$65*
   - *New Ortlieb Back & Front-Roller Classic Panniers Complete Set *
   *(Black)*:  FrontRollers are new-in-box, while Back-Rollers are used, 
   but out of their box. Back-Rollers were stuffed with pillows, ridden 
   around the block and stored in my garage, so have light dust.  Back-Rollers 
   have the hook inserts to fit Tubus diameter racks installed, but I think 
   there was another set of inserts which I have not located. I noticed a 
   used set of these sold on iBOB for $295 last month.  Someone please go 
   touring with these for *$265 + shipping*
   - *New Ortlieb Bike & Sport-Packer Plus Panniers Complete Set** 
   (Yellow/Black):*  Very visible yellow color is no longer available. Like 
   these, with QL2 mounting system: http://tinyurl.com/gt9rmvt  
      Total retail is $450.   
*$340 + shipping *
   - *New Tubus Cosmo Stainless Rear Rack* (with low rider mounts): 
   Installed, then removed without ever having a pannier mounted on it. 
   Original version of the Cosmo, so looks like this: 
   http://www.therandonneeshop.com/medi...ubus_Cosmo.jpg 
   

  
   Included is the $13 Tubus "Lower Rack Mounting Kit", which can be used to 
   position the rack slightly further back to increase clearance for heels or 
   disc brakes, or help on bikes with shortish chainstays. Paid $210+$13=$223 
   at TheTouringStore.Com; say *$165* + shipping for everything.

*Other Good Stuff:*


   - *NEW Challenge Strada Bianca Open Tubular 700x30c Tires (a pair, one 
   bike’s worth): *Supple, handmade “open tubulars” that measure more like 
   32-33mm mounted on most rims. Reportedly extremely fast rolling on paved or 
   gravel roads, with great grip from the slight herringbone tread.  Bought 
   for my new wheels with Pacenti Sl23 V1 rims, but never used. One bead of 
   one tire has been mounted. Please do not buy these if you have Pacenti SL23 
   V1 rims, as they as next to impossible to mount! SL23 V2 or any non 
   tubeless-ready rim is probably fine. These are them: 
   http://tinyurl.com/jl6k9z6  Review here: http://tinyurl.com/jobvabp  
   *$105* *+ $10 shipping*
   - *NEW Mavic Cruize MTB Shoes (Size 10) + EC Shimano PD-M324 "Campus" 
   Pedals:* Shoes are unused with tags still on, mens size 10, unused SPD 
   

[RBW] Re: Drop bars on Roadeo demos. Which make/model?

[Jack K]

Nitto M106NAS? Shape looks close, but my M106NAS have screened on logos and 
the bars pictured appear to have engraved logos. 

The M106NAS is "short and shallow" bar whose shape works well with modern 
brake (or brifter) shapes. The shape is very close to the (much cheaper) 
Soma HWY1 bar.

-Jack K.

Raleigh, NC

On Friday, June 3, 2016 at 9:35:40 AM UTC-4, RJM wrote:
>
> I'd like to know too...I kinda dig them. Those aren't Mark's bars because 
> that is what I used on my Roadeo and they have a little deeper drop. 
>
> On Thursday, June 2, 2016 at 7:42:04 PM UTC-5, David Banzer wrote:
>>
>> Anyone know what make/model of drop bars are on a couple Roadeo demo 
>> builds?
>> Here: http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/f-roadeo-wsf1.htm
>> They appear to be Nitto, not Noodles or Mark's bar. 
>> David
>> Chicago
>
>

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[RBW] FS: Schmidt, Ortlieb, Tubus, Carradice, tandem wheels

[Jack K]

Hi Riv folks,

As part of my "I ain't got no job" sale and just in time for your epic 
summer rides ... All prices are "+ shipping", where shipping will be a best 
guess rounded to $5. Figure $15 for panniers and $35 for wheels within the 
ConUS.

 

*Bags and racks:*

   - *NEW Carradice Super-C Saddlepack*  Mounts to saddle rails or loops, 
   not the transverse style of Carradice bag. Black waterproof cotton duck, 
   lotsa reflective material, 8 liter capacity, This guy: 
   http://tinyurl.com/gwy4mny   *$65*
   - *New (no box) Ortlieb Back-Roller Classic Panniers **(Black)*:  
   Stuffed with pillows and ridden around the block, then stored in my garage. 
   Slight dust, have the hook inserts to fit Tubus diameter racks installed, 
   but I think there was another set of inserts which I have not located. Like 
   these, but with QL1 mounting system: http://tinyurl.com/h6l33d4.  Retail 
   at $180. * $135*
   - *New-In-Box Ortlieb Front-Roller Classic **Panniers (Black)*: Box 
   opened only to verify everything was inside. Like these, but with QL1 
   mounting system: http://tinyurl.com/jnotke2.  Retail at $160. * $130*
   - *Matched set of front and rear Ortlieb Classic panniers above. **FREE 
   shipping.*
   - *New-In-Box Ortlieb Bike-Packer Plus Panniers** (Yellow/Black):*  Very 
   visible yellow color is no longer available. Like these, with QL2 mounting 
   system, http://tinyurl.com/gt9rmvt.   Retail at $240.  *$180*
   - *New-In-Box Ortlieb Sport-Packer Plus Panniers** (Yellow/Black):*  
   Very visible yellow color is no longer available. Like these, with QL2 
   mounting system, http://tinyurl.com/zrosef5.   Retail is $210.   *$160*
   - *Matched set of front and rear Ortlieb Packer Plus panniers above. **FREE 
   shipping.*
   - *Used MUSA Madden Buzzard (rear) + Baby Buzzard (front) full pannier 
   set:* High quality bags sewn in boulder, CO, used but not much. A couple 
   of straps on smaller bags are discolored, but otherwise excellent, no 
   tears, abrasion, etc.., color is black & teal (green w/ hint of blue). Can 
   get photos if interested. *Buzzard rears = $65, Baby Buzzard fronts = 
   $45, full set = $100*
   - *New Tubus Cosmo Stainless Rear Rack* (with low rider mounts): 
   Installed, then removed without ever having a pannier mounted on it. 
   Original version of the Cosmo, so looks like this: 
   http://www.therandonneeshop.com/medi...ubus_Cosmo.jpg 
   

  
   Included is the $13 Tubus "Lower Rack Mounting Kit", which can be used to 
   position the rack slightly further back to increase clearance for heels or 
   disc brakes, or help on bikes with shortish chainstays. Paid $210+$13=$223 
   at TheTouringStore.Com; say *$165* for everything.

*Wheels and Tires:*

   - *Schmidt dyno-hub Tandem Wheelset (10/9/8/7 Speed Shimano Compatible)**: 
   *All silver, 700c, 36 spoke Schmidt classic (oil can) front hub, 40 
   spoke DT/Hugi Swiss tandem rear hub (threaded on left), spaced 145 mm OLD 
   (modern non-Santana tandem standard). Bought on list or eBay (can’t 
   remember) a few years ago to build my ultimate BOB-ish tandem, then never 
   used. Original owner stated they were built by Peter White and had less 
   than 1000 miles. I can’t confirm that, but build and condition seem 
   consistent. Look good to me, but assume they’ll need a touch-up truing (my 
   assumption with any used wheels). No skewers. Cost considerably more than 
   $800 to build, *$550.*


   - *Mavic Ksyrium SLS Wheelset (11/10/9/8/7 Shimano Compatible): *Came on 
   new bike I bought. Less than 100 miles of use, very clean, no marks on 
   freehub drive sheel, very smooth bearings. But, stored near coast, so have 
   slight white crud in hidden spots and slight discoloration of bare aluminum 
   (rim sidewalls, skewers bits). Not noticeable from 3 feet away.  These 
   are fairly highend factory wheels from Mavic, with 18 bladed spokes front 
   and 20 rear. Includes extremely nice original internal cam Mavic 
   skewers. Ultra-light, under 1400 grams (as per Mavic)! List was up around 
   $1300 and I see them discounted on the web for $900-ish. *$600*


   - *NEW 26” (559) XT M760 / Mavic 717 Wheelset (for V-Brakes and 10/9/8/7 
   Speed Shimano)**: *All silver. Purchased from one of the big online 
   retailers (Colorado Cyclist most likely) back in the 9 speed era when XT 
   M760 was current, but never used. When received I did mount a cassette and 
   two different tires to test the fit of the tires in my touring frame, then 
   hung in my garage for a decade. Silver XT M760 hubs, 32 stainless butted 
   spokes front and rear, light/expensive Mavic XC717 rims, original silver XT 
   skewers, tags still attached. *$325*


   - *NEW Challenge Strada Bianca Open Tubular 700x30c Tires (2 / a pair, 
   one bike’s worth): *Supple, handmade “open tubulars” 

[RBW] Re: New tire

[Jack K]

Hey Don and fellow iBOB's,

This is quite a timely post! I was shopping online for Michelin Pro4 
Endurance 700x28 tires this morning. The 28mm Endurance has been out for a 
while, but there's not much user info or reviews of them available online. 
My main question is actual size of the 700x28 labelled tire. Can you 
provide some insight on that? 

I've been running the 700x25 Pro4 Service Course, which measures 
considerably bigger (I measure just under 27mm wide on my Open Pro rims). 
Hopefully the 700x28 Endurance are also bigger than marked. But by how 
much??  Here's a very interesting write-up of the Pro4 Endurance V2 tire on 
BicycleRollingResistance.com:
http://www.bicyclerollingresistance.com/road-bike-reviews/michelin-pro-4-endurance-v2-2015
The reviewer measured the Pro4 Endurance V2 700x25 at 28 mm wide -- 
seriously oversized. Note that the Endurance model has thicker tread than 
the Service Course, as well as a bead to bead breaker layer for flat 
protection on both the tread and sidewall. This is not a fragile racing 
tire, yet it scores extremely well in the referenced rolling resistance 
tests. 

Another tire I'm very interested in is the Continental GP4000S II in the 
largest 700x28 size. BicycleRollingResistance.com measured this tire at a 
whopping 31mm wide and it appears to garner even lower rolling resistance 
scores in their testing, though it also appears to be less long lived and 
have less protection than the Pro4 Endurance. Anyone running the Conti 
GP4000S II in 700x28?

Patrick's experience with Pro4 Service Course and Elk Pass tires is 
interesting, but perhaps not a very "apples to apples" comparison. As he 
stated, his Pro4 SC's (which I suspect were the original V1 model, which 
had higher rolling resistance than the more substantial V2 Endurance) 
measured a dainty 22mm wide, while the Compass Elk Pass tires measured a 
much more girthy 28mm (though far from the marked 32mm size).

Anyone else with firsthand user experience with the big 700x28 versions of 
the Pro4 Endurance or GP4000S II?

-Jack K.

Raleigh, NC  (though temporarily calling Ann Arbor, MI home)

On Wednesday, March 2, 2016 at 8:56:55 PM UTC-5, Don Compton wrote:
>
> I had worn out my Grand Bois 28c rear tire and was ready to buy a new one( 
> $70 shipped). So I decided to check out some prices. Western Bikeworks had 
> a super sale on Michelen Pro4 tires and I bought a pair of Pro4 Endurance 
> 700x28's and they are super. I run 62f, 75r lbs, and the ride is superb. 
> And the good news the two tires cost less than one Grand Bois.
>

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[RBW] Dia-Compe ENE Bottle Cage Source? How Does VO Moderniste MKII Compare?

[Jack K]

*Hey Rivillians,Anyone know a source for the Dia-Compe ENE bottle cages 
shown on Riv's website (but now out of stock)? Extensive Google'ing 
discovered only U.K. based sources at (oddly) prohibitively high prices.  
I'd rather pay the few dollars more for the ENE cages, but if none are 
available, how do the VO Moderniste MKII cages compare? They're quite a bit 
lighter than the ENE cages, which are already very light, so I wonder about 
durability of the VO's. Yes, I know the King Iris cages are similar, but I 
really prefer the more svelte design of the ENE's or 
VO's.Cheers,-JackRaleigh, NC*

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[RBW] Re: FS: Poor Man's Riv ... New 58 cm Fuji Connoisseur -- Reynolds Steel, Lugged Fork, Down-Tube Shifters, etc... $495

[Jack K]

Bumping my own post to the top for a price reduction. Now $450 + shipping.

Cheers!

-Jack K.

On Friday, August 7, 2015 at 1:26:26 AM UTC-4, Jack K wrote:

 Hey Riv folks,

 I have a new (as in zero miles) 58 cm Fuji Connoisseur that I'd like to 
 sell, at what I think is the extremely attractive price of $495. This is a 
 retro inspired modern bike with Reynolds steel frame, downtube shifters, 
 long reach brakes and other Riv-ish goodies. These sold for just shy of 
 $1,000 in the Performance catalog, then were reduced to $700 when I saw 
 them being closed out. I noticed the bare frames on closeout at Nashbar for 
 $400, but they are long gone now. I purchased this one at the Performance 
 store in Chapel Hill, NC, home of Performance. It had been used in a photo 
 shoot, then kicked around the warehouse for a couple of years until I 
 bought it late last fall. I purchased it for a friend, being far too big 
 for me, but his wife banned the new bike acquisition, so I'd like to get it 
 out of my garage. Absolutely new, never ridden, with the only known issues 
 a couple of minor scuffs in the paint and on the saddle corners from 
 kicking around the Performance warehouse.

 Major features:

- Reynolds 725 Cro-Moly butted steel tubing 
- 1 Cro-Moly steel fork with lugged crown
- Beautiful blue paint, with mostly *silver* components -- extremely 
unusual and nice for a modern bike!
- Brakes Long reach (47-57'ish mm) Dia-Compe BRS-101 
- Brake Levers Tektro polished alloy
- Down-tube shifters Sun-Race SLR63 (8 speed index or friction)
- Silver Tange traditional headset
- Crankset Fuji Alloy Forged 42/52T Chainrings 
- Bottom Bracket Sealed Cartridge Square Taper
- Pedals Fuji Alloy Platform 
- Front Derailleur MicroShift FD-R52
- Rear Derailleur MicroShift RD-R44S
- Cassette Sunrace, 12-25t, 8-speed
- Chain KMC HG-73
- Rims Alex RDP15, Double Wall, 32-hole 
- Hubs Formula Alloy, Sealed Bearing 32-hole with quick release, 
8-speed freehub
- Tires Continental Ultra Sport, 700 X 23c
- Handlebar classic bend Fuji Alloy
- Stem Fuji Alloy 1 Threaded
- Saddle Fuji Classic Comfort with Rivet (San Marco Regal knockoff)
- Seat Post Fuji Micro-Adjust Alloy, 27.2, 300mm

 As I said, new, but with a few minor scuffs on paint and saddle corners. 
 Great commute bike with braze-ons for a rack and plenty of room for chunky 
 tires. Priced at $495 + shipping, or can be picked up in the Raleigh, NC 
 area. I prefer to have the bike packed and shipped by an LBS, to minimize 
 hassle and risk. I called a local shop who quoted $35 for packing, 
 including all materials. 


 Someone please buy this, honestly it's a surprisingly nice bike for less 
 than $500!


 Cheers,


 -Jack


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[RBW] FS: Poor Man's Riv ... New 58 cm Fuji Connoisseur -- Reynolds Steel, Lugged Fork, Down-Tube Shifters, etc... $495

[Jack K]

Hey Riv folks,

I have a new (as in zero miles) 58 cm Fuji Connoisseur that I'd like to 
sell, at what I think is the extremely attractive price of $495. This is a 
retro inspired modern bike with Reynolds steel frame, downtube shifters, 
long reach brakes and other Riv-ish goodies. These sold for just shy of 
$1,000 in the Performance catalog, then were reduced to $700 when I saw 
them being closed out. I noticed the bare frames on closeout at Nashbar for 
$400, but they are long gone now. I purchased this one at the Performance 
store in Chapel Hill, NC, home of Performance. It had been used in a photo 
shoot, then kicked around the warehouse for a couple of years until I 
bought it late last fall. I purchased it for a friend, being far too big 
for me, but his wife banned the new bike acquisition, so I'd like to get it 
out of my garage. Absolutely new, never ridden, with the only known issues 
a couple of minor scuffs in the paint and on the saddle corners from 
kicking around the Performance warehouse.

Major features:

   - Reynolds 725 Cro-Moly butted steel tubing 
   - 1 Cro-Moly steel fork with lugged crown
   - Beautiful blue paint, with mostly *silver* components -- extremely 
   unusual and nice for a modern bike!
   - Brakes Long reach (47-57'ish mm) Dia-Compe BRS-101 
   - Brake Levers Tektro polished alloy
   - Down-tube shifters Sun-Race SLR63 (8 speed index or friction)
   - Silver Tange traditional headset
   - Crankset Fuji Alloy Forged 42/52T Chainrings 
   - Bottom Bracket Sealed Cartridge Square Taper
   - Pedals Fuji Alloy Platform 
   - Front Derailleur MicroShift FD-R52
   - Rear Derailleur MicroShift RD-R44S
   - Cassette Sunrace, 12-25t, 8-speed
   - Chain KMC HG-73
   - Rims Alex RDP15, Double Wall, 32-hole 
   - Hubs Formula Alloy, Sealed Bearing 32-hole with quick release, 8-speed 
   freehub
   - Tires Continental Ultra Sport, 700 X 23c
   - Handlebar classic bend Fuji Alloy
   - Stem Fuji Alloy 1 Threaded
   - Saddle Fuji Classic Comfort with Rivet (San Marco Regal knockoff)
   - Seat Post Fuji Micro-Adjust Alloy, 27.2, 300mm
   
As I said, new, but with a few minor scuffs on paint and saddle corners. 
Great commute bike with braze-ons for a rack and plenty of room for chunky 
tires. Priced at $495 + shipping, or can be picked up in the Raleigh, NC 
area. I prefer to have the bike packed and shipped by an LBS, to minimize 
hassle and risk. I called a local shop who quoted $35 for packing, 
including all materials. 


Someone please buy this, honestly it's a surprisingly nice bike for less 
than $500!


Cheers,


-Jack

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[RBW] WTB: 7 cm Tallux Stem

[Jack K]

Hey RBW folk,

My aging back would be happier with bars a little higher and a little 
closer on my RB-1. Looking for a 7 cm Tallux stem to replace my current 
Technomic Deluxe. Thought I'd see if anyone had a spare one in their parts 
bin before ordering new.

Cheers and safe riding!

-Jack 

Raleigh, NC

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[RBW] FS: Ortlieb, Tubus, Madden, BM

[Jack K]

Hey RBW-folk,

As part of my continuing I ain't got no job sale and just in time for 
your epic summer tour ... panniers and racks!  All prices are + shipping.

   1. *New Ortlieb Back-Roller Plus Panniers*:  New-in-box, red/black, QL2 
   mounting system, video review here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=PL81YkQdDOg, 
   $220 online and at REI. * $165*
   2. *New Ortlieb Sport-Packer Plus Panniers:*  New-in-box, red/black, QL2 
   mounting system, video review here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=-TzqbcaQxTc, 
   $210 online and at REI.  *$155*
   3. *New Tubus Cosmo stainless rear rack* (with low-ish rider mounts): 
   Installed, then removed without ever having a pannier mounted on it. 
   Original version of the Cosmo, so looks like this: 
   http://www.therandonneeshop.com/medi...ubus_Cosmo.jpg 
   
http://www.google.com/url?q=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.therandonneeshop.com%2Fmedia%2F238%2FTubus_Cosmo.jpgsa=Dsntz=1usg=AFQjCNEnNw7prcaEYDOtEWlcoHy57VAwag
  
   Included is the $13 Tubus Lower Rack Mounting Kit, which can be used to 
   position the rack slightly further back to increase clearance for heels or 
   disc brakes, or help on bikes with normal length chainstays. $210+$13=$223 
   is cheapest online price I see; say *$170* for everything.
   4. *New-ish BuschMüller 4DToplight Senso battery rear light:* See 
   www.peterwhitecycles.com/taillights-bat.asp*, *bought with the Cosmo and 
   currently installed on it, no box, $34 from Peter White.  *$18 with 
   Cosmo, $23 alone*
   5. *Used Madden Buzzard (rear) + Baby Buzzard (front) full pannier set:* 
   High quality bags sewn in boulder, CO, used but not much, slight sun fade 
   in spots, but otherwise excellent, no tears, abrasion, etc.., color is 
   black  teal (green w/ hint of blue). Can get photos if interested. *Buzzard 
   rears = $85, Baby Buzzard fronts = $70, full set = $145*

Cheers and safe riding!


-Jack 


Raleigh, NC

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[RBW] WTB: Nitto M106 NAS Handlebar

[Jack K]

Hey RBWOB'ers,,

I'm interested in trying a Nitto M106 NAS handlebar, but the new price of 
this rare beast is more than a bit offputting. Anyone has a used one that's 
surplus to their needs? 42 cm width would be perfect, but I've used 40 and 
44 in other bars without issue. Anyone?

The bend on the M106 NAS appears similar to the Soma HWY 1, but the Nitto 
has slightly less drop and very slightly more reach -- and, of course, is 
higher quality and 3-4X the price! Photo of the Nitto M106 NAS is attached 
for your handlebar viewing pleasure.

Cheers and safe riding!

-Jack

Raleigh, NC

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Re: [RBW] Re: BQ to publish study of pedal retention usefulness in Summer issue

[Jack K]

To illustrate what I find odd in Mike's post (below) I'll suggest the 
following modification of it. To be clear, this is suggested merely to 
illustrate a point and possibly foster useful discussion.

On the lugged steel wannabe retro grouches... I see at least a dozen a 
day. I live in an aging upper middle class neighborhood and they ride 
their bikes to the coffee shop all day long.  Highend custom steel bike 
with flat pedals and running shoes and mirrors.  At least they don't have 
 those goofy plaid bicycle bags!  I'm glad they are out riding but the 
need to belong is strong.

Cheers and safe riding!

-Jack


On Monday, May 18, 2015 at 5:49:05 PM UTC-4, Mike Schiller wrote:

 Huh?  I didn't say I ride an upright bike.  On all 3 of my low trail 
 custom's I have drop bars a inch or so below the saddle. I was referring to 
 Mr P.

 On the carbon wannabe racers... I see at least a dozen a day. I live along 
 the coast in SoCal and they ride their bikes up and down all day long. 
  Carbon bike with flat pedals and running shoes and mirrors.  At least they 
 don't have  those goofy interrupter brake levers!  I'm glad they are out 
 riding but the need to belong is strong.

 ~mike




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[RBW] Re: FS: racks, noodle handlebar, brakes, nitto stem, VO Campeur frameset

[Jack K]

Size of Velo Orange frame?

Thanks!

On Monday, May 18, 2015 at 10:43:16 AM UTC-4, Sarah Bogdanovich wrote:

 Hi, I'm cleaning out the parts bin. The following have very low time on 
 them:

 Nitto noodle 46cm -  $36
 Nitto dirt drop stem 10cm- $32
 Shimano tiagra levers - minor scratches on levers - $28
 Tektro silver 720 cantis with kool stop salmon pads (f+r)- $27
 soma silver front rack - $15
 blackburn silver rear rack - $20
 Velo Orange Campeur frame/fork/tange needlebearing headset - $400

 All except for the racks and frame were purchased from Rivendell. Pictures 
 available if you are seriously interested. Please call or text for fastest 
 service using contact info below (yes, I'm using my wife's account to post 
 this) . I'm in the DC area of Virginia. Thanks! - Jeff
 jeffbog...@hotmail.com javascript:
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[RBW] WTB: Tandem Child Stoker Kit

[Jack K]

Hey RBW folk,

I'm seeking a child stoker conversion kit, hopefully compete; i.e. with 
BB/clamp assembly, cranks and both chainrings (1 for child crankarm and 1 
for mounting inboard of existing ring on stoker left crankarm). Something 
like: http://co-motion.com/index.php/product/co-motion-child-stoker-kit

This will go on my steel Bilenky tandem with a 28.6mm OD seat-tube, though 
obviously a shim can be used with units fitting larger diameter seat-tubes.

Anyone have something they're no longer using and would like to move along 
to a new home?

Riv-ish content? 

   - Long rides in the countryside with a 5 year old is pretty Rivvy, right?
   - It's going on a fillet brazed steel Bilenky
   - My preferred bars for kid stokers are reversed Nitto moustache bars 
   
Thanks and safe riding!

-Jack

Raleigh, NC

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[RBW] Re: FS: Rapha Castelli; Jerseys Shorts; Wool Not

[Jack K]

Hey RBW-folk,

Reposting jerseys/shorts for sale that I first posted a few weeks ago. Some 
items sold, remaining items mostly reduced prices -- see quoted original FS 
post below. Photos in original post ...

Thanks and safe riding!

-Jack

Raleigh, NC


On Saturday, March 14, 2015 at 12:01:20 PM UTC-4, Jack K wrote:

 Hey RBW folk,

 Continuing to convert my unused bike bits to cash money ...   Last week it 
 was racks, now a bunch of jerseys and a couple pairs of shorts, some brand 
 new, with tags attached. Many received as birthday and Christmas gifts last 
 year from relatives, who selected from a list I prepared. Unfortunately 
 some did not fit well and others I would prefer to convert to cash now, as 
 I was recently laid off from my position at IBM. BTW, if anyone knows of a 
 position for an experienced quantitative analyst / operations research 
 professional (extensive background in mathematical optimization and 
 simulation), please let me know!  

 Note, will ship any clothing order for $4.50, no matter how many items in 
 the order. Here’s the stuff!

 1) *Rapha *Italy Country Jersey, long sleeve, in size LARGE.*SOLD*

 2) New, tags still attached, *Castelli *long sleeve wool blend, size 
 LARGE, beautiful scarlet red with black and cream accents. Looks-wise this 
 is my favorite Jersey of the lot, but the Castelli fit is slightly too 
 tight for me. This jersey measures 19 across the chest (seam-to-seam) just 
 under the arm pits, pulling it smooth, but without stretching. The only 
 similar one I can find is this one at Sierra Tradingpost for $160. 
 http://tinyurl.com/pxj2y6y  Looking for $120 + shipping.   *Now $105 + 
 shipping*

 3) New, all tags attached, *Rapha *Phoenix commemorative team jersey in 
 size LARGE. It's this one:
 http://tinyurl.com/os3q3zg   Commemorates some historical Tour de France 
 team, I believe from the 30s or 40s. Sorry, I forgot the exact backstory. 
 Super high end details, all embroidered. Measures 21 across the chest just 
 under the arm pits. When available this sold for $220+. $165 + shipping.
 *Now 
 $155 + shipping*

 4) New, never worn, but tags removed *Castelli*, wicking synthetic, 
 LARGE. Understated white with black chest stripe and red details. It’s the 
 white one here: http://tinyurl.com/pxwsnll   I measure 20” across chest 
 just under arm pits. $40 + shipping   *Now $38 + shipping*

 5) New, all tags attached *Pear Izumi* Pursuit MEDIUM. It’s white with 
 black sleeves, like this one: http://tinyurl.com/mbhotd2   Specifically 
 designed to keep you cool in hot weather. Mesh side panels for air flow and 
 In-R-Cool™ fabric combine to keep you cool in the sweatiest of weather. I 
 was skeptical of fabrics like In-R-Cool™, which claim to cool the user 
 (read about it at the link above), until I got a pair of arm “coolers” in 
 this fabric last summer at the peak of the North Carolina heat. The effect 
 is AMAZING! I am 100% sold on this fabric for hot, sweaty riding and will 
 be purchasing this jersey in a size large. I bought this from the discount 
 rack at my LBS last fall and just now noticed that the attached tag says 
 it’s a factory “irregular”. I can’t find anying wrong with it and other 
 than being over tight on me, the fit seems perfectly normal. Retails for 
 $85.   $40 + shipping.   *Now $38 + shipping*

 6) Used *“Bianchi Sportswear”* retro styled synthetic jersey. Light blue 
 with “BIANCHI” screened on white chest band. Styled after Bianchi team 
 jerseys of the 60's and 70's, but it's made from a wicking synthetic of 
 some sort. Marked “XXL”, but more like a US medium or Castelli large. 
 Measures 20” across chest just under arm pits.  About 15 years ago I wore 
 this pretty consistently through a summer, then retired it when I outgrew 
 it. Been stored in a drawer since then. Shows use, with a couple of small 
 fabric pulls and a slight smudge or two, but still very wearable. *$20 + 
 shipping*

 7) New, all tags attached, 2014 *Castelli *Free Aero bib shorts, size 
 MEDIUM, all black with small “Castelli” screened around band at bottom of 
 each leg. Some of the highest rated bibs out there, Castelli’s best pad, 
 understated looks. Purchased for $160 on end of season sale at 
 BikeTiresDirect (down from $200). A little too tight for me when I tried 
 on, but didn’t return in time. Doh!  $150 + Shipping.  *Now $145 + 
 shipping*

 8) As-new *Canari *cycling shorts, size MEDIUM. Made in USA, 8 panels, 
 all black with simple, thin fleece-like pad. Purchased new in the early 
 2000’s (2003-ish) and never worn until last summer. Removed tags and wore 
 for one weekend when I’d left my “good shorts” in my car and left my car at 
 the car dealer for service. Fit me perfectly and love the matte fabric and 
 understated look, but after two rides I was wishing for the chi-chi 3-D 
 molded (some would say “diaper-like”) pad in my modern shorts. Tough to 
 find high quality shorts with minimal padding anymore.  $20

[RBW] FS: Racks! Front rear / Tubus Bruce Gordon

[Jack K]

Hi,

I have several front and rear racks I'd like to sell, along with quite a 
bit of other stuff as well. I was laid off effective last Friday, so 
suddenly my desire to convert my excess bike bits into cash is much 
increased!  BTW, if anyone knows of a position for an experienced 
operations research professional (extensive background in mathematical 
optimization and simulation), please let me know!

Racks currently on offer (prices do not include shipping, which will be at 
cost and can be determined after packing):

1) New, never installed, Bruce Gordon front lowrider rack, as seen here: 
http://www.bgcycles.com/racks.html
Unopened bag of attachment hardware still taped to the rack. One of the 
finest lowrider racks available, nicer construction than Tubus IMO. $185 on 
BG's website or $145 from Jack's garage.

2) Used Bruce Gordon rear rack with all mounting hardware. Rack itself is 
very good condition, but the generic mounting bolts are not stainless and 
are no longer shiny. See it here:
http://www.bgcycles.com/new-page-14/
$208 from Bruce Gordon, say $130. 

3) New Tubus Cosmo stainless rear rack (with low-ish rider mounts). 
Installed on a Waterford touring bike I was building, then removed without 
ever having a pannier mounted on it. Original version of the Cosmo, so 
looks like this:
http://www.therandonneeshop.com/medi...ubus_Cosmo.jpg 
http://www.therandonneeshop.com/media/238/Tubus_Cosmo.jpg
Included is the $13 Tubus Lower Rack Mounting Kit, which can be used to 
position the rack slightly further back to increase clearance for heels or 
disc brakes, or help on bikes with normal length chainstays. $210+$13=$223 
is cheapest online price I see; say $170 for everything.

I'll be posting gobs more stuff in the near future. Next up will be a 
collection of jerseys, including wool by Rapha and Castelli.  

Cheers and safe riding!

-Jack 

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Re: [RBW] WTB: 8 cm Tallux or Technomic Deluxe

[Jack K]

Hi Lungimsam,

Thanks for the reply. I'm being picky about this stem and pretty settled on 
an 8 cm Tallux or Tech Dlx, but thanks much for your generous stem offer!

Cheers and safe riding!

-Jack K.

Raleigh, NC


On Thursday, January 29, 2015 at 1:48:33 AM UTC-5, lungimsam wrote:

 I have a 7cm Technomic that has been mitred to shorten the rise by 1cm by 
 my reputable Rivfriendly ex-Rivendell dealer LBS you can have for 20$.

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[RBW] WTB: 8 cm Tallux or Technomic Deluxe

[Jack K]

Hey RBW-folk,

Doing some updates on my venerable B'stone RB-1 and in need of a new or 
excellent condition 8 cm Nitto Tallux or, perhaps, Technomic Deluxe stem. 
Thought I'd check the here before ordering a new one. 

Note, I'm looking for something Nitto labels as an 8cm stem, so it'll 
measure 8.5-ish cm center-to-center along the extension.

Cheers and safe riding,

-Jack 



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Re: [RBW] Re: Dyno light recommendation

[Jack K]

Hey Andrew,

I've been waiting for more info, especially user feedback, to appear for 
the Velogical dynamos. For a rider, like me, who uses lights only very 
infrequently having zero drag during the 95% of the time no lights are 
required seems a great tradeoff for (possibly) slightly increased drag 
during the 5% of time lights are needed, plus a significant weight savings 
all of the time. What are your impressions of the dynamo so far, in terms 
of build quality, drag, light output vs speed? It's a very interesting time 
in the history of bicycle lighting!

BTW, I recently bought a new battery light for use on my RB-1 -- a 
NiteRider Lumina 700. It's so well made, compact, bright and lasts so long 
on a charge that I'm fairly well stunned how much good battery lights have 
evolved in the last 5 years. Still, I'd rather have an in-obtrusive dynamo 
system for the rare times I'm out at night on this bike.

BTW2, any other RBW folk doing the Cycle NC Mountains to Coast tour next 
week? 

Cheers,

-Jack

Raleigh, NC 



On Thursday, September 25, 2014 4:27:31 PM UTC-4, Andrew Marchant-Shapiro 
wrote:

 For me, there is indeed a difference between dynamo and no dynamo.  One of 
 the reasons I've switched (for now) to the Velogical rim dynamo.


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[RBW] WTB: 8 cm Tallux or Technomic Deluxe

[Jack K]

Hey RBW folk,

I have need for an 8 cm Nitto Tallux or Technomic Deluxe stem in updating 
the cockpit on my RB-1. Anyone have a nice used or un-needed new one of 
these they're interested in selling? 

Cheers and safe riding,

-Jack 

Raleigh, NC

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[RBW] WTB: Soma Highway 1 Bar -- Got One or Know Where to Get One?

[Jack K]

Hi RBW'ers,

I've scoured the interwebs looking for a Soma Highway 1 bar, but they apear 
to be out of stock everywhere -- even on Soma's own web store. I'm looking 
for silver, 26.0mm clamp and 42 or 44 cm width. Anyone have one or know of 
a source that has one in stock and could ship relatively quickly?  I'm 
doing a multi-day tour in a couple of weeks (Cycle NC Mountains to Coast) 
and want to update the cockpit on my venerable RB-1 prior to that.

Cheers and safe riding,

-Jack 

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[RBW] Re: Water Bottles Tested and Rated

[Jack K]

RBW'ers,

I added a CamelBak Podium to an order from Wiggle in the UK last winter and 
that has become my favorite bottle. I particularly like that the screw-on 
cap has a flow lock off setting, so the bottle can be transported with 
little or no chance of leakage. This bottle from the UK is clear and 
unmarked, other than a tasteful enough Camelak running around the bottle 
just under the cap. I've looked (and looked) at LBS's and online shops in 
the US to get a second bottle like that one, but all I can find are ones 
splashed with various garish graphics. Anyone know of a US source for the 
plain Podium?

That article seems to be about general purpose water bottles, like 
something you'd carry around during the day to sip from. Kleen Kanteen is a 
great bottle for that, but on the bike I'm sticking with the Podium.

Cheers!

-Jack

Raleigh, NC (formerly Columbus, Ann Arbor, Boston and Delft) 

On Tuesday, August 12, 2014 8:53:35 PM UTC-4, Jeff Ong wrote:

 I use the Camelbak insulated bottles, which keep drinks cool up to 15 
 minutes after you start riding and come in a wide range of stupid prints 
 and garish colors that don't match any of my bikes. I do actually like that 
 you can lock out the bite valve until you need it, and they're a lot easier 
 to drink from than some of the other ones.


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[RBW] FS: Bruce Gordon Front Lowrider Rack

[Jack K]

Hi,

Continuing to convert garage clutter into cash and, ultimately, into the 
new bike (once I figure out what that should be). On offer today ...   A 
new, never installed, Bruce Gordon front lowrider rack, as seen here: 
http://www.bgcycles.com/racks.html
I purchased this several years ago, but sold the Waterford touring rig it 
was intended for before ever installing it. Since then it has been sitting 
patiently in a box, wrapped in plastic. It is just as it arrived to me, 
with no additional shopwear (other than the BG Cycles sticker getting a 
bit crinkly for some reason) and the unopened bag of attachment hardware 
still taped to the rack. 

One of the finest lowrider racks available is yours for $185 on BG's 
website or $145 from Jack's garage.

Ride safe,

-Jack

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