[RBW] Re: Wheel Builder
I have been happy with three lightweight wheels Peter White built for me. With my first rear wheel (Mavic Open Pro rim), as I left the shop he said, "It will never need truing." I was skeptical, but over 20,000 miles later, it has never been touched by a spoke wrench. Jon Blum On Monday, August 14, 2023 at 4:49:49 PM UTC-7 Josh C wrote: > Thanks. I've heard of Sugar but didn't think of that, I'll look into them. > > On Monday, August 14, 2023 at 2:13:14 PM UTC-4 fra...@gmail.com wrote: > >> I had several nice wheels over the years, including some Rich built. I >> have to recommend Sugar wheel works. I had a set of SimWorks Stand-alone >> rims (Velocity Cliffhanger) with CX ray spokes MI5 rear hub and Son front >> and they were the nicest build I’ve ever seen by far. Great to work with >> and the price was much better than some other options as well. >> >> On Sunday, August 13, 2023 at 12:56:10 PM UTC-7 Josh C wrote: >> >>> Thanks Laing. I do have a set of VO rims on a bike that I recently >>> acquired and like them so far. I've ridden on them throughout the summer >>> quite a bit. I like that they come in a polished finish but the highest >>> hole count is 36. I'm not sure how they will hold up just yet, but they >>> seem nice. Wish they did 'em in a 40h. I don't mind truing a wheel, and >>> have a truing stand, but I'd rather have a pro build the wheel. >>> >>> On Sunday, August 13, 2023 at 2:05:52 PM UTC-4 lconley wrote: >>> I almost always build my own wheels, but you cannot go wrong with either Rich Lesnik (Rivendell / Hands On Wheels) or Peter White. I have had wheels from both, and they were flawless. Not local to you though, west coast and east coast respectively. I use Velocity or Velo Orange rims; Phil Wood, White Industries, Paul, Curtis Odom or classic Campagnolo hubs (Nuovo Record or Tipo); and Wheelsmith (out of production but still out there) or Sapim spokes. Most of my wheels are now 40 and 48 spoke, but I do have quite a few 36 and even a couple 32s. Laing Delray Beach FL On Friday, August 11, 2023 at 9:13:50 AM UTC-4 Josh C wrote: > I could use a recommendation for a good wheel builder. I've used > prowheelbuilder.com in the past and have no complaints. Not sure how > I landed on them. Just curious if there is another business that I should > be looking into? I'm located in Indianapolis as well, and would prefer > sending business to a local or at least midwest company if possible. > > I'm looking for a set of 700c wheels for my Atlantis. I'm thinking > I'll do velocity cliffhangers with a SON up front and a nice rear hub. > The > rear is not yet totally decided as I like quiet hubs but there are not > many > options in rim brake, 36-40h hubs these days. I've got an onyx silent hub > on my crust and love it but they only go up to 32h and I'd prefer 36 or > 40 > as I'm a big dude. Which is why I'm thinking about a white industry (loud > as they come) rear hub in 36 or 40h. > > Anyway. I'd like to hear about your preferred wheel builders. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/a008d9a8-dc10-4c4b-8342-114fa727a033n%40googlegroups.com.
[RBW] Re: Front Derailleurs / Derailers / Whatever
If you are really stuck, IRD makes a "Sub-C" front derailleur designed for subcompact setups. From the picture, it appears to have a shorter cage than usual. I cannot attest to its function or whether you need it, just alerting you to its existence. Jon Blum On Thursday, April 1, 2021 at 10:29:27 AM UTC-7 Paul Richardson wrote: > i can't locate it right now, but somewhere in a blahg grant wrote in > reference to the ugliness of a front derailler, (probably the same XT > you're referring to), > > "forgive it and move on." > > i have a shim'd XT front on my suzie and try to remember this advice > whenever i idly find myself wishing it was vintage XTR. > > paul > takoma park, md. > On Thursday, April 1, 2021 at 9:04:07 AM UTC-4 philipr...@gmail.com wrote: > >> My boss said that about me once. >> >> >> >> On Thursday, April 1, 2021 at 2:37:24 AM UTC-5 Joe Bernard wrote: >> >>> I'll just tell you the unfortunate truth now: I had that horrendous XT >>> on something (it may be on the Bombadil I sold Jason Fuller) and it's >>> magic. I remember sending a pic of it to Grant after he had said something >>> about ugly/perfect Shimano parts and said, "It's almost alarming something >>> this ugly can work so well." >>> >>> On Thursday, April 1, 2021 at 12:10:27 AM UTC-7 Erik wrote: >>> I'll give this a shot tomorrow with the 105 and see what happens! The gap between the cage on the derailer and the pantguard is about an inch, maybe slightly more. I'm shifting with DuraAce bar ends, so it's friction. I also have an ugly, ugly XT front derailer that would need some shims for the seat tube. The cage is slightly shorter but it's so ugly and bulky that I'm not certain I could stomach having it on this bike. I'll post up some photos once its all set up. Now, I just need to remember how to set up cantilever brakes... >>> >>> -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/b84ac5d3-76db-467e-9c80-3c613db431den%40googlegroups.com.
[RBW] Re: WTB: Specialties TA Handlebar Bottle Cage
For future reference, Velo-Orange and others sell a little clamp that allows you to attach a "normal" water bottle cage to handlebars. I have used them to mount other things but not actually for the intended purpose. Jon Blum On Monday, June 8, 2020 at 2:31:14 PM UTC-7, C.J. Filip wrote: > > Thanks to John for offering his TA bottle cage! Found what I need. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/44912c7d-7a9d-4411-8b9e-6046a80d186co%40googlegroups.com.
[RBW] Re: So what do I put in my tea now?
Returning to the original topic: There are a lot of sweeteners; many (such as honey, date, or agave) contain sugars that may not be any more healthful than white table sugar. There is some debate over this, and I am not an expert on that topic, but at the very least, they are similarly caloric. Personally I use Stevia when I really need a sweetener, but no, it does not taste as good. The strategy I would recommend is to gradually reduce the amount of sweetener you use. Over time, you may find that you get used to a less sweet beverage and may even find the old amount of sweetener less palatable. This may not work for everyone, but I found it helpful. Jon On Friday, January 6, 2017 at 1:47:06 PM UTC-8, lum gim fong wrote: > > If Taubes is right, then what do I replace sugar in all my foods/drinks > with? > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: What would you do?
Steve, I respectfully disagree with your suggestion. Once husband finds out where the bike went, it will reinforce in his mind that no one will steal it. "If the only way it gets stolen is my wife has to take it, that proves that nobody else will take it." (I realize this is not logical.) So I think this approach will fail, and it may have unintended adverse effects. Trying to prove a point by inflicting distress is not generally a good relationship strategy. (Not that I have tested this myself; it would not be well received.) Plus he has his reasons, obscure and seemingly illogical as they may be. Personally, I would write the bike off in my mind, and then hope the thieves don't prove me correct. Just my two cents. But thanks for your always-interesting perspective. Jon -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Hat quest
I have had good luck with Sunday Afternoon hats. The ones I have used are nylon. With the large-brim models, I can be outside all day in the sun without sunscreen, and still remain as pale as a ghost. People think I didn't go on vacation. They have a large line. Some models have a chin strap for retention. I have not tried to use them for cycling, since I wear a helmet. Jon -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
