[RBW] Re: Water in Los Padres?

['Mike Schiller' via RBW Owners Bunch]

you might check on http://tourdelospadres.weebly.com/ the organizer is very 
familiar with water sources in the lower half of the area you mention.

Curious as to your planned route,I'd like to something like that some time.

~mike
Carlsbad Ca



On Thursday, June 8, 2017 at 9:09:59 AM UTC-7, David Baldi wrote:
>
> Hi all,
>
> I am gearing up for three days in Los Padres backcountry (SLO-SB). Has 
> anyone been back there this year? And did you find water? I know we had a 
> huge amount of rain this year, but I've heard that much of it fell on the 
> "wrong" side of Padres. 
>
> I will certainly provide a ride report and share some pictures once back! 
> We've got a Clem, and old Shogun, and a Steelman between the three of us. 
>
> Cheers.
> David
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[RBW] Re: Wide drops for loaded Hunqapillar

['Mike Schiller' via RBW Owners Bunch]

I've looked for that kind of bar for years... no such luck.My fav wide 
off-road bar these days is the new Ritchey Venturemax... but its 31.8 clamp 
and black.

~mike
Carlsbad Ca


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

['Mike Schiller' via RBW Owners Bunch]

why not something like this?

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

~mike
Carlsbad Ca


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[RBW] Re: Mounting a mountain bike shifter to drop handlebars

['Mike Schiller' via RBW Owners Bunch]

Paul Comp makes a bracket for that purpose.  
https://paulcomp.com/shop/components/sram-shifter-adaptor/

~mike
Carlsbad Ca

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[RBW] Re: Gifford Pinchot NF

['Mike Schiller' via RBW Owners Bunch]

So Curtis what is the start date for this trip?  And are you driving up?


~mike
Carlsbad Ca


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[RBW] FS: Dyad 650B front wheel

['Mike Schiller' via RBW Owners Bunch]

I've had this front wheel sitting in my garage for a year or so.  Was 
thinking a future project but  decided on a different bike.

Hand built at Universal Cycles in Portland with Miche Racing box hub ( 
common cartridge bearings) DT Swiss Comp butted spokes, 32h Dyad rim. 
 Maybe 1500 miles but SoCal miles so minimum wear. Runs true. Miche red 
skewer included if wanted.

Selling for $85 shipping from So Cal included.  Local pick up fine too.

a few pics 
 https://www.flickr.com/photos/37347002@N05/albums/72157667245018446 


contact me off line if interested.

~mike
Carlsbad Ca.

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[RBW] Re: need help finding a custom quill stem maker?

['Mike Schiller' via RBW Owners Bunch]

most builders charge a bunch of cash for a custom stem.   

these guys http://ticycles.com/TCF/hardware.html do a powder coated tig 
stem for $195.   Plating adds a bunch of $$.

~mike
Carlsbad Ca

On Wednesday, March 16, 2016 at 12:50:58 PM UTC-7, Philip Kim wrote:
>
> Looking for a 31.8 quill stem. I saw the NItto UI-12, but am afraid with 
> only 85mm of height above min insertion line, I am thinking of going 
> through the custom route.
>
> Anyone know of any custom stem makers that make quill stems for 31.8 
> clamps that is suitable for offroad use?
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Re: [RBW] Re: Orange 58cm Rambouillets Is this a Mythical Beast?

['Mike Schiller' via RBW Owners Bunch]

ya know Hugh, not all Rams can  fit 38 mm tires. I had a green one that 
could only barely clear a 33 mm Jack brown in the front.  Back was fine. 
 It was a nice riding bike but tire limitations caused me to sell it off.   
And them damn caliper brakes.  Canti's for like for me ( well except discs 
on MTB's)

~mike


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[RBW] Re: Crack in the Sam headtube??

['Mike Schiller' via RBW Owners Bunch]

having spent a lot of time in my career  looking at weld and braze cracking 
in  the process of building rocket engines I'm not so sure its a crack 
from the pictures taken.  And I seriously doubt anyone at Riv could tell 
without seeing the actual bike.  I think more paint needs to be removed to 
make it more visible.  I would look in your area for a framebuilder who 
does lugged bikes and have he/she look at it  before sending it across the 
country to Riv.
If it is a crack, it most likely occurred during the original frame 
fabrication from overheating during brazing.  I have a hard time seeing how 
this could be use related in this location.   

~mike
Carlsbad Ca


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[RBW] Re: OT Vintage MTB rehab project.

[Mike Schiller]

Hugh, all of my bikes (except the Commando) have 94/58 BCD cranksets. 
 There are a number of companies that still make that size as others have 
pointed out.  But most are 8 or 9 speed based.  You can get a full set of 
Raceface rings for about $80 on EBAY  
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Race-Face-9-Speed-Team-Chainring-Set-58mm-x-94mm-22-32-44-Black-/381510887186?hash=item58d3d22712:g:v5sAAOSwnipWZINw

BTW I have that exact  Ritchey stem in my parts box that you can have for 
free.  Also all my bikes with 94/58 cranks are set up 8 speed. Some are 
Shimergo with 10 speed Campy shifters or with Shimano bar ends.

~mike
Carlsbad Ca


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Re: [RBW] Re: What do you consider the ideal tire width for dirt riding?

[Mike Schiller]

betta snap one up before they are gone David!

~mike
Carlsbad Ca

On Sunday, December 27, 2015 at 1:12:52 AM UTC-8, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote:
>
> A lot of buzz for the Pine Mtn... less than $1K for a B+ bike that's 
> decently put together isn't half bad.
> www.marinbikes.com/us/bikes/description/2016-pine-mountain-1
>
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[RBW] Re: Cross/knobby 650B tires

[Mike Schiller]

Schwalbe has a 60 mm wide 650B tire coming out called the Big one.  Shallow 
micro knobs so it should do fine on pavement and gravel.  

The Vee Rubber Speedster is a 650B  x 1.95 tire that is another smoother 
conditions tire They measure about 47 mm on a Dyad.

~mike
Carlsbad Ca

On Saturday, November 14, 2015 at 8:05:52 AM UTC-8, El Sapo wrote:
>
> I'm on the other end of the problem. Where are the 650b plus size road 
> tires? There are plenty of knobby offerings in the 2" - 2.35" size but 
> nothing like the big apple isn't one and neither are the supremes. Anyone 
> have suggestions? I ride paved trails. 

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[RBW] Re: Coffeeneuring ride.

[Mike Schiller]

looks like you'r going to have to pull out those bibs out of the closet... 
  hehe!  

~mike
Carlsbad ca


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Re: [RBW] Re: Low Trail Hilsen?

[Mike Schiller]

I saw that after Bob built the new fork that it was lower trail.I've 
seen and heard of Atlantis's, Hunqa,  and Rams with replacement low trail 
forks too.
The 700C model is a  better option than the 650B model because of the 
steeper fork rake IMO.   But  YMMV.  

~mike

On Thursday, November 5, 2015 at 9:31:42 AM UTC-8, hsmitham wrote:
>
> Kieran,
>
> I didn't even consider that Chris's AHH had a new LT fork. Calling Chris!! 
>
> ~Hugh
>
> “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep 
> moving.” ― Albert Einstein
>
> http://velocipeedemusings.com/
>
>
>
> On Thu, Nov 5, 2015 at 9:25 AM, Kieran J  
> wrote:
>
>> I believe listmember Chris Chen had his damaged Hilsen rebuilt with a 
>> custom low-trail fork.
>> Not sure if he has since reported on its resulting riding characteristics.
>>
>> KJ
>>
>> On Thursday, November 5, 2015 at 9:44:24 AM UTC-5, Brian Campbell wrote:
>>>
>>> I was curious if anyone on the list had ever replaced the stock AHH fork 
>>> with a lower trail fork to change the handling? If you have, what was your 
>>> experience?  I have a 61cm AHH and love it as is, no changes planned. 
>>> Having read lots about trail/handling etc, I was wondering what the effect, 
>>> if any, it would have on the AHH frame? Inquiring minds want to know and 
>>> all that
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[RBW] Re: Cross/knobby 650B tires

[Mike Schiller]

Schwalbe has a low profile 40mm 650B knobby tire coming out this winter 
called the G-one   
http://www.schwalbe.com/en/road-reader/schwalbe-g-one.html

Looks like a good mixed terrain tire to me. And fairly light too unlike the 
Big Ben bricks.

~mike
Carlsbad Ca


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Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar (or other riv) as a dirt drop mountain bike?

[Mike Schiller]

I think it depends on where you run your bars in normal drops.  I like mine 
a few cm below the saddle and my dirt drops hook position about the same.   
 When descending rough stuff I like to be stretched out and low, keeping 
the COG as low as possible.  With the new Cowchippers that have the hoods 
more like regular drops I might run the hoods level with the saddle and the 
drops where they fall.  

~mike
Carlsbad Ca

On Monday, October 12, 2015 at 7:44:03 PM UTC-7, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote:
>
> Of the three pictured, Mark R's is the most viable, as the bars are up 
> high enough for singletrack. 
> IMHO drop bar MTB only works if the drop position is at saddle height. 
> Otherwise you're way stretched out and low, which is not good at all 
> for technical downhill singletrack. 
> More than fine for fire roads, but doesn't cut it for singletrack. 
> Moustache bars work great for that BTW, and are much easier to set at 
> seat height. 
> Here's my drop bar 29er: 
> https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/20193159021 
>
> On Mon, Oct 12, 2015 at 7:32 PM, Deacon Patrick  > wrote: 
> > Hunqapillar, Thunder Burts, Albastache. Big grin. 
> > 
> https://www.flickr.com/photos/32311885@N07/17188072456/in/album-72157652014701796/
>  
> > 
> > With abandon, 
> > Patrick 
> > 
> > On Monday, October 12, 2015 at 8:05:19 PM UTC-6, brianweee wrote: 
> >> 
> >> Is anyone using their Rivendell Hunqapillar as a dirt drop mountain 
> bike? 
> >> or monster cross bike style? 
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[RBW] Re: Atlantis or Hunqapillar

[Mike Schiller]

if you want to use bikepacking bags I  would go with the Hunq as a rear bag 
needs more seatpost to work properly.  Also the sloping top tube gives you 
more standover  for off-road dancing  and room for wider tires.  No 
contest IMO.

BTW I hate Ortliebs... tacky hooks  that bounce around on rough dirt and an 
over Engineered mechanism.  I prefer simpler designs like Lone Peak uses. 
 MUSA too.

~mike
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[RBW] Re: New fat 700 tires! 700x42 ultra light

[Mike Schiller]

Shimmy on an NFE?... I'd like to see that bike and how it's loaded/built. 
 My Matthews uses  similar tubing ( 8/5/8 OS) and geometry as the NFE and I 
don't get any shimmy at all. The NFE has a similar tubeset to  a Hilsen 
BTW.   So either they have too much weight up high or something else is 
going on.

back to original  subject... I'd love to try those tires on my Bantam. It 
was designed around 44 mm tires and fenders. Wonder it they are tubeless 
compatible? 

~mike
Carlsbad Ca

On Saturday, October 10, 2015 at 11:22:41 AM UTC-7, hsmitham wrote:
>
> So yes!! I've been thinking on these same lines. I like the Elephant NFE 
> but have heard even with the low trail fork there's some shimmy. Never 
> ridden one myself. I love the idea of a bike with a light tube set capable 
> of running 42mm+  CX & slick tires. I suppose some are calling it a monster 
> cross. Just thinking about my ultimate adventure bike.
>
> ~Hugh 
>
>
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[RBW] Re: Compass Knickers

[Mike Schiller]

those numbers sound short.  I have been happily using the Zoic Reign 
knickers and an XL version ( 36" waist) measures about 20 1/2 inches.  They 
are from a local Co. here in Carlsbad but are sewn in China unfortunately.

~mike
Carlsbad Ca

On Tuesday, October 6, 2015 at 3:46:30 PM UTC-7, Daniel D. wrote:
>
> From blog post about the knickers.  I have a 30" men's jeans inseam and 
> the knicker numbers sound like a good length, not slightly over hemmed 
> pants :p.
> https://janheine.wordpress.com/2015/10/02/compass-knickers/
> Inseams (approximate):
> 28″ size: 17.5″ inseam
> 30″ size: 18.25″ inseam
> 32 and 34 size: 18.50″ inseam
> -Barbara
> Compass Staff
>
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[RBW] Re: Confession! I bought a mountain bike

[Mike Schiller]

I'm with you BB... steel forever.  Rigid steel MTB's are just more fun. 
I've had 3 full sus bikes...no more.  Now I'm making the move to a 27.5" 
 plus bikes with 3" tires.  

~mike
Carlsbad Ca

On Wednesday, September 30, 2015 at 7:30:01 AM UTC-7, Montclair BobbyB 
wrote:
>
> Admittedly I am a convert from hydraulic suspension and vow I'll never go 
> back...The instant response and subtle flex of rigid steel to me offers the 
> ultimate feel, yet the combo of cushy rubber, a well-broken-in B17 saddle 
> and the flex gives me plenty of passive suspension.
>
> That said, it really does depend on the kind of riding you plan to do... I 
> ride like an old man, savoring every twist of the trail, so my setup is 
> perfect for ME.  For fast riding, especially over chattery surfaces, 
> suspension (IMO) allows you to hold your line far better (critical at 
> speed) and keeps your teeth from rattling. Also if you're prone to catching 
> air, you will want suspension.  But for my everyday riding, including slow, 
> technical single track I'll take rigid steel any day of the week.
>
> If anyone ever visits the Central Jersey/New Hope PA area give me a 
> shout... I've got a 'guest bike' (and some sweet trails out my back door) 
> that may make you a believer, too.
>
> Peace,
> BB
>
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Re: [RBW] Re: Valve Stem eating Synergy Wheels

[Mike Schiller]

hey dude time to dump those wheels and pony up for some tubeless 
wheels.  Problem solved!

~mike
Carlsbad Ca..

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[RBW] Re: high-setback seatpost

[Mike Schiller]

Another long femur guy here. Been searching for years.
That Nitto is the longest one I've see.   FSA has a carbon post with 32.5mm 
of setback. This Dia Compe Gran Compe aluminum seatpost has 30 mm of 
setback.  
http://www.bikewagon.com/gran-compe-27-2-x-250mm-post-silver-seatpost

~mike
>
Carlsbad Ca 

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Re: [RBW] Re: Purple for a Riv?

[Mike Schiller]

if it's good enough for Samuel L. Jackson it's good enough for me.   I'd 
love a purple bike... and this shade is just perfect 
https://www.flickr.com/photos/22538785@N05/17017389477/in/faves-37347002@N05/

~mike
Carlsbad Ca.

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> Samuel L Jackson would request a purple Rivendell.
>
>
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[RBW] Re: Next Bomba Tire

[Mike Schiller]

I've been running the Panaracer Comets on my 650B campeur/all rounder. They 
come in a 2 size which measure 48mm on my Dyads.  Not as supple as the 
Thunder Burts but longer wearing and fairly smooth on pavement for a knobby 
tire.  Not too heavy at 580 gms.   

The Bee lines are pretty slow on pavement but great off-road.  I used the 
29 x 2 version on my monstercrosser.  I'd stay away from Schwalbe touring 
tires unless you want a slow heavy tire.
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[RBW] Re: 26 x 1.8-1.95 knobby recommendation

[Mike Schiller]

Ritchey makes a 26 only tire called the Speedmax Beta. It's listed as a 2 
tire but measures more like 48 mm wide. Pretty fast on pavement and holds 
it own off-road.  
... ran them on my hopped up 87 Stumpy until I sold it.  
https://www.flickr.com/photos/37347002@N05/7089294979/in/album-72157629565315711/

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[RBW] Re: WTB: Paul Full-size Canti levers

[Mike Schiller]

and I had such high hopes for you. 

~mike

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Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: Paul Full-size Canti levers

[Mike Schiller]

seems like bikes with tires smaller than 40 mm are a dying breed. 

~mike

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 My Riv Road is getting nervous... probably down to 300 miles a year on 
 that one.
 Gets the hook in the far corner of the shed!

 On Wed, Aug 26, 2015 at 5:25 PM, cyclotourist cyclot...@gmail.com 
 javascript: wrote:

 Ha! I was just waiting for that from you!!! 

 On Wed, Aug 26, 2015 at 5:23 PM, Mike Schiller mikey...@rocketmail.com 
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 and I had such high hopes for you. 

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[RBW] Re: A. Lazarus Homer

[Mike Schiller]

Bob does nine work on racks and the whole bike looks very integrated... but 
please ... bring that stem down into the stratosphere!  

Love the color too super awesome.

On Friday, August 7, 2015 at 1:12:14 PM UTC-7, Chris Chen wrote:

 It's getting close...

 https://www.flickr.com/photos/lumachrome/20344270412/


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[RBW] Re: Does anyone have experience with Troy Designs cycling shorts?

[Mike Schiller]

Patrick... I think the Speed Flo version would be more your 
styleGrh!

I find that MTB specific shorts have more bells and whistles than I want. 
 But these don't look too knarly.  

I use a climbing short called the Renegade from Kuhl.  Stretchy, 12 long 
and lots of pockets.  About the same price and very durable.  I have one 
set that is going on 5 years old and still looks good.

~mike
Carlsbad Ca

On Saturday, August 1, 2015 at 2:26:25 PM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote:

 Killing time at Fat Tire Bicycles this morning, I saw this marque for the 
 first time. Lightweight, stretchy synthetic (possibly syntho-cotton mix), 
 trim cut, *no effing padding!, *and a modestly conservative design in 
 black -- just-above-knee length, waistband, zipper, side pockets and rear 
 pockets. They look like snug street shorts in stretchy fabric.

 Can anyone tell me if these are worth the $65 retail price?

 Patrick Moore, who so far has been perfectly comfortable in cut-off 
 khakis, but they get dirty quickly.

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Re: [RBW] Re: Elephant National Park Explorer

[Mike Schiller]

John, one of the guys behind the stock NFE's is running the Rat Trap pass 
tires on his NFE.  Looks like they fit just fine and are the same diameter 
as a 650B x 42 mm wheel.

~mike

On Sunday, August 2, 2015 at 2:49:39 PM UTC-7, Christian wrote:

 Carl,

 I cannot see why not. The disc brakes  would allow for 26 wheels I 
 imagine. In fact, I might have read somewhere on the Internet of someone 
 riding a prototype of those tires on the NFE--but it could have been the 
 also forthcoming 650x48 Compass tires. I'm eager to get the Rat Traps on my 
 LHT. 

 The Cowbells and Cowchippers are more similar than either are to the 
 Woodchippers. 

 Riv content: I bought by Cambium from Riv. 

 Christian 
 
 From my phone. Apologies for typos and brevity. 

 On Aug 2, 2015, at 3:26 AM, Carl Otto Wollin carlott...@hotmail.com 
 javascript: wrote:

 Hi Christian 

 Looking good. 

 Is it possible to use this frame with 26 inch wheels, with the coming Rat 
 Trap Pass tires 
 https://janheine.wordpress.com/2015/04/04/the-enduro-allroad-bike/

 and you have better availability of studded winter tires. 

 As a commuter and a compliment to my low trail Randonneur bikes. 

 Regards

 Carl Otto Wollin 

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 From: christian@gmail.com javascript:
 To: rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com javascript:
 CC: christian@gmail.com javascript:
 Subject: Re: [RBW] Re: Elephant National Park Explorer

 Hi everyone,

 Reporting back now that I have had the NFE for a week.  It's been great so 
 far!

 Thought I'd share my build and a few pics here: 
 https://www.flickr.com/photos/cwmcmillen/sets/72157656605491545

 WHEELS: WTB KOM i25 rims/Compass Babyshoe Pass EL tubeless/SP dynohub/Hope 
 Evo Pro 2/VO Noir 650B fenders (only front installed; got lazy)
 DRIVETRAIN: White Industries VBC crank 42x26/11-36 XT casssette/XT rd and 
 CX 70 fd
 RACK etc: Haulin Colin for NFE/VO decaleur/Berthoud GB28. I used a 
 Berthoud decaleur for 5 years on my Terraferma and thought it was great. 
 But I decided to try the much cheaper VO decaleur.  It's easy to set up (so 
 is the Berthoud) and works well.  
 Eriksen Ti Sweetpost/Brooks C17 
 COCKPIT: started with VO rando bars I had around--too much reach to the 
 breakes, for me; now 46cm Salsa Cowchippers on a Salsa 25 degree/8cm Guide 
 Stem--so far awesome.

 Did I miss anything? 


 Best wishes,

 Christian in Charlottesville 

 On Tuesday, June 2, 2015 at 4:12:18 PM UTC-4, Christian wrote:

 Hi All, 

 Let's see if I can link the NFE, the Jones, and Rivendell sufficiently to 
 make this on topic. I sold my Hunqapillar to fund my Jones. I really liked 
 the Hunq, but I love the Jones. Very different bikes so not really fair to 
 compare, but for my purposes the Jones is the better option. I use it 
 mostly for singletrack and have put in up to 9 hour trail rides on it. It's 
 an exceptional bike. But it's not the same thing as the NFE (not that Mike 
 was saying this explicitly) so I don't think I'd choose one or the other 
 for similar purposes.   

 So, I will have both. 

 I really loved my Terraferma, but always felt the fit was slightly off. 
 I'd become a convert to 650B, however, and so when I learned of the NFE I 
 made plans to sell my Terraferma. The disc brakes were a major selling 
 point for me. After getting back into mountain biking a couple of summers 
 ago (to which I credit the Hunq) and trying discs I was blown away. I know 
 there's been lots of discussion here about the merits of cantis but FOR ME 
 there's no contest. BB7s are incredibly simple to set up and are far 
 superior--IN MY EXPERIENCE--to the Paul Toring cantis I had on the 
 Terreferma (to be honest, the 15 year old $10 Deore V brakes on my LHT are 
 better than the Pauls--heresy, perhaps). I know some will disagree and 
 that's fine. 

 I'll use the NFE (should be here in a few weeks) in the same way I used 
 the Terraferma: for mixed terrain road riding as well as paved only rides. 
 And if I return to randonneuring I'll use it for that too. For me, the 
 Jones is best left as a mountain bike. But it for sure could be set as a 
 capable all arounder with different wheels. For now it's set up as a fat 
 front. 
 https://www.flickr.com/photos/cwmcmillen/16710535399/in/dateposted-public/
   

 One thing that's neat about the Jones is that it takes a little wind out 
 of the sails of those--like me, for a time--committed to thinking fit was 
 some sort of magic. After all, they only come in one size! Just tweak here 
 and there, listen to Jeff's advice, and you're all set. He asked me how 
 tall I am, whether or I wanted to sit up a bit or be in a more agressive 
 position. He then told me what stem he thought I should get. That was it. 
 Bike fits fantastically.

 Anyway, hope all the Riv folks don't mind the digression!

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Re: [RBW] Racer loves Rivendell

[Mike Schiller]

now that Fargo is a race bike!  no pansy bike with upright prairie dog 
bars.  and a carbon fork too!!

On Thursday, July 30, 2015 at 6:59:31 AM UTC-7, Daniel D. wrote:

 Here's this years Tour Divide winner, Josh Kato's Salsa Fargo TI. 
  Clipless pedals, shocks, XTR, drops, and disc brakes it is :p.

 http://www.bikepacking.com/gear/salsa-fargo-ti-josh-kato-tour-divide/ 
 http://www.bikepacking.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/josh-kato-salsa-fargo-01.jpg


 On Wednesday, July 29, 2015 at 5:04:37 PM UTC-7, Doug Williams wrote:

 Nobody ever said that only MCRB's are available. I just said that only 
 MCRB's are raced and glamorized, and that real world bike design could 
 benefit from the same testing and glamour that MCRB's receive. I'm 
 advocating race testing of practical, durable, and reliable bikes. 
 Reliability would be race tested. That would provide useful information 
 to the public. Wouldn't you be interested to know which fast bike could 
 complete a long race with the fewest repairs and the most reliability? I 
 might buy that bike.

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[RBW] Re: Stolen Fuji Touring bike in San Diego.

[Mike Schiller]

FYI...This has nothing to do with San Diego... Long Beach is a 2 hour drive 
north.More like LA

too bad about his bike.  




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[RBW] Re: FS: 5 (FIVE!) bikes or framesets available

[Mike Schiller]

keeping the Rawland's and the Atlantis I see...   

~mike
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[RBW] Re: Off topic alert!! Feedback request.

[Mike Schiller]

oh... all you hipsters and your cigarette pantshow trendy!  

BW...I have some Marmot shorts in a similar fabric... don't seem to absorb 
moisture much but I don't ride  in them.   

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Re: [RBW] Re: Anne on the Great Divide

[Mike Schiller]

what ever is in those pies in Pie town I need to find this out ... soon!

Josh Kato had 3 pcs and blew the doors off the JayP and Neil in the last 
150 miles.

~mike

On Friday, June 26, 2015 at 7:10:56 PM UTC-7, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote:

 A sprint finish!

 On Fri, Jun 26, 2015 at 3:43 PM, Philip Williamson philip.w...@gmail.com 
 javascript: wrote:

 Thanks for the heads up - just checked the leaderboards. Dang those folks 
 are cooking!

 Philip
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 On Friday, June 26, 2015 at 1:02:03 PM UTC-7, Chris Lampe 2 wrote:

 Both records are about to fall.the men's in just a few hours.  



 On Wednesday, June 24, 2015 at 7:58:03 PM UTC-5, Anne Paulson wrote:

 The current records for the Tour Divide: 

 Men’s Jay Petervary 2012 – 15:16:04 

 Women’s Eszter Horanyi 2012 – 19:03:35 

 Both of them look to fall this year. Five men are ahead of Petervary's 
 2012 pace, including Jay Petervary.  Lael Wilcox is flying on the 
 women's side, also ahead of Horanyi's record pace. 



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 wrote: 
  A quick Google turns up the info that the record (at least per Kent 
 Peterson 
  2005) 16 days and 57 minutes. Peterson did it on a ss in 22d 3h 9m 
 for a 
  recorded 2519 miles. I wonder what gear he used. 
  
  On Wed, Jun 24, 2015 at 2:59 PM, Anne Paulson anne.p...@gmail.com 
  wrote: 
  
  I'm planning on about 80 days, but I'm not really sure how it's 
 going 
  to work out.  I've been watching the Tour Divide: 
  http://trackleaders.com/tourdivide15 
  
  The lead racers do in a day what will take me about a week. They're 
  amazingly fast. Wearing the same shorts for two weeks straight is 
 not 
  for me, though. 
  
  
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[RBW] Re: Anne on the Great Divide

[Mike Schiller]

have a great time... super jealous!   

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[RBW] Re: Advice and suggestions for custom dirt/pavement allrounder?

[Mike Schiller]

Philip, He doesn't divulge much about his geometry on-line but from what I 
can see  about his Dirt Bomb , the  BB is too high, HTA too shallow and 
tubing and fork too stiff.  His dirt bomb is more MTB like than my Bantam 
which is a road bike version of a Dirt Bomb.  I've seen a number of his 
bikes closeup as a local shop down here ( Pacific Coast Cycles) is a dealer 
and the owner has 3 or 4 Soulcrafts and they all follow the same approach. 
  Lots of people like his bikes and he appears to be an excellent 
craftsman. 

I like quicker steering, flexier frames and lower BB's.  And low trail 
geometry.  IMO you want a bike that fits fatter tires and rides like your 
Quickbeam I would look elsewhere.  Talk to John Fitzgerald at Fitz up there 
in your neighborhood.

~mike


 



On Wednesday, June 10, 2015 at 5:31:39 PM UTC-7, Philip Williamson wrote:

 What are the points of divergence between the way you like a bike to ride 
 and the way Soulcraft likes a bike to ride? 
 I most like the way my Quickbeam rides, so I'm interested if the ride of a 
 Soulcraft is somehow very different. I'd go ride one, but I'm not in the 
 market to buy one, so I don't want to waste anyone's time. Maybe I'll do it 
 anyway. 

 Philip
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 On Wednesday, June 10, 2015 at 4:44:25 PM UTC-7, Mike Schiller wrote:

 one reason I'd never have Soulcraft build a bike for me.  I don't want a 
 bike that rides like he likes... I want  a bike that rides like I like.

 His Dirt Bombs max out out at 45 mm tires anyway.. so Patrick is out of 
 luck.  My Bantam is my  version, more road bike than Soulcraft's Dirtbomb.

 He has built the Holy Roller model with dropbars and which will fit 55's 
 with canti's  so that is another option.  I know a few people that have one.

 ~mike
 Carlsbad

 On Wednesday, June 10, 2015 at 10:54:36 AM UTC-7, iamkeith wrote:


 Here's one more option you might look at. Patrick.  The  Dirt Bomb by 
 Soulcraft.

 http://www.soulcraftbikes.com/frames.php?frame_id=7

 One of, if not *the* first semi-standard  bike of this type available, 
 outside of Rivendell.  Semi-standard because they're built-to-order to 
 your own personal measurements, rather than pre-built and sitting on a 
 shelf.   Not exactly custom either because, from what I understand, Shawn 
 still insists on defining the rest of the geometry and tubing specs himself 
 - not unlike the process you might get with a custom Rivendell.   Lots of 
 available options though, INCLUDING disc brakes at no extra cost, and 
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[RBW] Re: Advice and suggestions for custom dirt/pavement allrounder?

[Mike Schiller]

one reason I'd never have Soulcraft build a bike for me.  I don't want a 
bike that rides like he likes... I want  a bike that rides like I like.

His Dirt Bombs max out out at 45 mm tires anyway.. so Patrick is out of 
luck.  My Bantam is my  version, more road bike than Soulcraft's Dirtbomb.

He has built the Holy Roller model with dropbars and which will fit 55's 
with canti's  so that is another option.  I know a few people that have one.

~mike
Carlsbad

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 Here's one more option you might look at. Patrick.  The  Dirt Bomb by 
 Soulcraft.

 http://www.soulcraftbikes.com/frames.php?frame_id=7

 One of, if not *the* first semi-standard  bike of this type available, 
 outside of Rivendell.  Semi-standard because they're built-to-order to 
 your own personal measurements, rather than pre-built and sitting on a 
 shelf.   Not exactly custom either because, from what I understand, Shawn 
 still insists on defining the rest of the geometry and tubing specs himself 
 - not unlike the process you might get with a custom Rivendell.   Lots of 
 available options though, INCLUDING disc brakes at no extra cost, and 
 rack-mounts galore. 


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Re: [RBW] Advice and suggestions for custom dirt/pavement allrounder?

[Mike Schiller]

Benedict's frame was built by Clockwork bikes.  It is way more MTB than 
road bike.  He had to get a special LD stem to fit his Portola drop bars. 
He also goes by the name Ultraromance on IG in case you want to see more 
skin.  

~mike
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Re: [RBW] loaded handling question

[Mike Schiller]

in the old days ( pre-internet) the REI sales were a good thing.  But 
these days you are usually better off shopping for the stuff across the 
net.  Just have to know what you want and search weekly until it crops up. 
I've been a member for over 35 years but rarely buy much there anymore as 
they have a limited variety of most outdoor equipment compared to the WWW.  

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[RBW] Re: Advice and suggestions for custom dirt/pavement allrounder?

[Mike Schiller]

Yea.. sounds like you want a custom... but 29er wheels 65mm wide. on a road 
type bike... I see problems.. wide Q factor, toe overlap issues.  I've 
tried this and  couldn't make it work.  I ended up with 700x46 max to make 
it work.  My  58cm Bantam   
https://www.flickr.com/photos/37347002@N05/16715645353/in/dateposted-public/

My 59 cm Matthews is 650B and will fit 54 mm wide tires with low Q and no 
toe overlap on my size 46 shoes.  
https://www.flickr.com/photos/37347002@N05/13227807945/in/album-72157634847568447/

So you either go MTB geometry like a Fargo but lighter tubing  or maybe  a 
roadish 650B with 60mm tires.  

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Re: [RBW] Re: ISO NITTO lugged seatpost.

[Mike Schiller]

well sounds like you should try the longer stem 1st and see how that feels. 
  I've looked at Peter Whites comments and most fall inline with what I've 
learned in my 40 years of riding and bike fitting.  I do think that using 
the the 37 mm setback post with a 72d STA is  way off the bell curve for 
saddle position.

One other comment, there are very few professional bike fitters in So Cal. 
The guys in bike shops can, sometimes, get most people in the ballpark.  If 
that works fine, but there are a few guys who have medical backgrounds and 
work with professional cyclists who can deal with recurring injury's or 
challenging fit issues.  I know of one if you need that both Jim W and I 
have used.

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Re: [RBW] Re: ISO NITTO lugged seatpost.

[Mike Schiller]

Hugh, since your Atlantis and Hilsen  both have  72 degree STA's , adding a 
37mm setback post is going to put you way back behind the pedals. It may 
cause some other problems ( knee,hip,foot)Normally people use that 
seatpost when they have a steeper STA.  What issue are you trying to fix?   

~mike

On Thursday, June 4, 2015 at 7:19:13 PM UTC-7, hsmitham wrote:

 Mike,

 Crystal Fellows.

 ~Hugh
 On Jun 4, 2015 6:47 PM, Mike Schiller mikey...@rocketmail.com 
 javascript: wrote:

 what seatpost are you using now Hugh?  The lugged Nitto has a lot of 
 setback.

 ~mike

 On Thursday, June 4, 2015 at 5:22:55 PM UTC-7, hsmitham wrote:

 Think I may need more setback on the 'ol Atlantis. If you have one and 
 don't need it PM me. 

 Cheers, 

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Re: [RBW] Re: ISO NITTO lugged seatpost.

[Mike Schiller]

Hugh,  The Nitto S-83 are listed as 26 mm of setback.  I had one on my Coho 
(72 STA) but was always sitting on the rivets so I switched it for a Dia 
Compe Gran Compe with 30 mm of setback.

I've spent many hours looking for setback posts as I have long femurs and 
can never get back far enough.  I've worked with a bike fit expert as I 
tend to have issues with my right hip.  His advice was to get the furthest 
setback and longest rail saddle possible to get my hip angle optimized.  So 
all my bikes are 72 STA with 30 mm setback posts and the seats as far back 
as possible.

The issue with moving too far back is that your knee will be behind the 
pedal spindle and you may end of with an overuse injury somewhere in your 
legs.  Or you might end up sliding the saddle way forward and wasting you 
money.  In bike fitting your saddle position relative to the pedal spindle 
has little to with your stem/bar position.  So you should go with a shorter 
stem if your bar/stem has pushed you back.  

You may have  flexible tendons and not have any issues.  The fool-proof 
option is to go to a bike-fitting specialist which are expensive ( bike 
shop fitters are barely adequate  IME).  

David ... they are beautiful in an ugly frog sort of way

Patrick... the older Dura Ace post are nice but only about 20 mm of 
setback, but the Flite saddles  have long rails so it's a good combo. ( 
I've used both)

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[RBW] Re: ISO NITTO lugged seatpost.

[Mike Schiller]

what seatpost are you using now Hugh?  The lugged Nitto has a lot of 
setback.

~mike

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 Think I may need more setback on the 'ol Atlantis. If you have one and 
 don't need it PM me. 

 Cheers, 

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[RBW] Re: loaded handling question

[Mike Schiller]

the other thing that no one has mentioned is that two different frames of 
the same model may behave differently as regards shimmy. Slight differences 
in frame  alignment and or assembly and even rider pedaling style can cause 
shimmy.  
So you do everything mentioned above to correct it but you may never 
completely get rid of it.   

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Re: [RBW] Re: loaded handling question

[Mike Schiller]

Seems like getting the load down as low as possible will be the best 
option.  Low riders in the front for heavier loads, a small saddle bag and 
front bag for lighter items.  The IRD headset will help as well.

But even with all of the above you may still get some shimmy. Sometimes you 
may have to stop and rearrange  things in your bags for better balance. 
 Unless  you have a really stiff bike riding with one pannier is a sure way 
to cause shimmy. One of the good things about the bikepacking frame bags is 
it puts weight lower and centered, so those are options too.  

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[RBW] Re: Random thoughts on comfort, speed, and wool in hot weather

[Mike Schiller]

well... we are all different.  I run really hot and so even the lightest 
wool tops are too hot above 80F for me.  Below 75F and they are the 
greatest things ever made.   

as far as synthetic jerseys... the Nalini Base jerseys are the most 
comfortable I've worn for really hot weather.

I lived in a hot interior valley in So Cal for most of my life and suffered 
in the summer. I moved to the beach 3 years ago where the humidity is much 
higher. Still can't wear wool above 80F.  

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[RBW] Re: loaded handling question

[Mike Schiller]

Sounds  like the  option you should try is either front or rear panniers 
with only a light front top load ( no basket) up high. Keeping the weight 
as low as possible.

Every bike/load is different base on how you pack.  Big loads up high are a 
shimmy cause in most cases.  

I remember riding down the NorCal coast on my Soma Double Cross with 
everything in rear panniers and the bike tracked like a laser beam.  

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Re: [RBW] Re: 03 Curt Goodrich Riv custom out for life-altering surgery.

[Mike Schiller]

Chauncey is replacing the seat stays to allow clearance for 75 mm wide 
650B+ tires. The bike is filet brazed. The rest of the bike will fit them 
as is. The overall diameter of the so-called 650B+ tires is almost the same 
as 29 wheels with a 2.3 tire.  So I can run either wheelset ( disc 
wheels) 55 mm 29er wheels for smoother faster rides and 75 mm wide 650B 
wheels for sandy desert terrain.

~mike

On Tuesday, May 26, 2015 at 12:10:02 PM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote:

 Mike: curious: why 622 to 584?

 In any event, please post photos when you get it back. I've seen a 
 relatively recent fatbike build Chauncey did, with custom integrated rack, 
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Re: [RBW] Re: Thunder Burt Wisdom...

[Mike Schiller]

The TB's are considered a race tire by Schwalbe.  I would only use the 
Snakeskin version for extended off-road touring.  They are wonderful tires.

I've been using Panaracer Comets recently, less supple but more durable and 
roll pretty good on pavement.

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[RBW] Re: PSA: Riv Frames on ebay

[Mike Schiller]

that orange Legolas is beautiful... and my size!   If only it fit bigger 
tires in the back.

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Re: [RBW] Re: PSA: Riv Frames on ebay

[Mike Schiller]

I think 38 in the back is max.  Bigger than your Riv Road so it's a bump up!

~mike

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 It's close enough to my size to make me think about it! I wonder if it 
 would fit MSOs or Nano40s... if so, it would be a great replacement 
 for my Riv Road and set up as I use mostly. I could keep a light road 
 wheelset for the times when I want to do pure road, rather than an 
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[RBW] Re: 03 Curt Goodrich Riv custom out for life-altering surgery.

[Mike Schiller]

hopefully he's almost finished with the mods to my 29er to 650B+ 
conversion.  

No wet paint and cream headtube?  

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

[Mike Schiller]

...of course we all must realize  that the most well researched, carefully 
chosen, and costly bike/stroller may not be the best choice for a 
person/use.  The person on their $5000+ carbon bike most likely feels that 
they made an informed decision even though they would be more comfortable 
on an upright bike with proper gearing and a comfortable seat ( where have 
I heard that before?). 

 So rather than take offense at others suggestions, sometimes it's best to 
just absorb the information, decide what to use and go on with your ride. 

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

[Mike Schiller]

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.

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

[Mike Schiller]

Anne, sounds like you have found a solution to carrying gear in the rear, 
but a few bag makers can produce small bikepacking seatbags.  I had one 
made by Greg at Boulder Bags that will fit a french fit bike. It fits my 
summer sleeping bag and a bivy/tarp.  
 https://www.flickr.com/photos/37347002@N05/15776183554/in/dateposted-public/ 
https://www.flickr.com/photos/37347002@N05/15776183554/in/dateposted-public/

others...I really like the way clipless pedals work and how I feel more 
part of the bike. It keeps my feet aligned and my pedal stroke smooth. 
Riding flats always feels awkward and only works for short rides.

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[RBW] Re: Thunder Burt Wisdom...

[Mike Schiller]

I have the 650B x 2.1 version.  They measure 51+mm wide on my Dyads which 
are 24.5mm outside width.  I have the same Performance version David has. 
 They are an OEM tire and not generally for sale *and* they are folding 
beads. 

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[RBW] FS: Ruthworks canvas front bag, panniers and seatbag

[Mike Schiller]

Custom Ruthworks dark green canvas with honey leather full touring set. 
Front  bag is 10 tall and 8 1/2 deep. I did mount and remove  a Berthoud 
decaleur.  
Panniers are 15 tall and 8 wide.  I had Ely use Lone Peak top hooks as 
they have a simple locking lever. The hooks are 6 apart.  Elastic bungee 
at bottom.
Rear seat wedge is about 8 long.

Ely's picture is here
 https://www.flickr.com/photos/ruthworkssf/15103687527/in/faves-37347002@N05/ 
https://www.flickr.com/photos/ruthworkssf/15103687527/in/faves-37347002@N05/

I set up the front bag on my  bike and used it for 2 short rides. The 
panniers did an around the block test run so this set is basically brand 
new.
https://www.flickr.com/photos/37347002@N05/15116575824/in/set-72157634847568447

I am switching to bikepacking style frame bags for the most part.  It makes 
no sense to keep these beautiful bags stored in my closet. The construction 
and materials are top notch.

Brand new this set runs over $800 and a six month plus lead-time.

I'd like $450 for the whole set including shipping the Con US

Let me know off-line if anyone is interested.

~mike
Carlsbad Ca

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Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Ruthworks canvas front bag, panniers and seatbag

[Mike Schiller]

I agree with what Anne says.  While I have a strong appreciation for canvas 
and leather bags, the bikepacking rackless bags are lighter and IMO better 
engineered. I can travel further and with greater ease. I also find that my 
load is better balanced which on technical trails makes the ride more fun 
and the downhills faster. Framebags don't work as well on traditional style 
frames because of leg rub so on that style of bike I have a half bag that 
only uses the front portion of the triangle.

For paved and smoother dirt roads the pannier set up is the best way to 
carry heavier loads. In brushy or rocky singletrack, panniers can snag on 
objects easier than frame mounted  bags.  

Lately I'm doing mostly off-road touring/bikepacking and will not utilize 
these bags as I once thought I would.  

~mike



On Saturday, May 2, 2015 at 9:24:27 AM UTC-7, Anne Paulson wrote:

 I have ridden the same off-road rides with bikepacking gear and with 
 panniers. For me, when I was pushing the bike, the rear panniers got 
 in the way of my legs, particularly on narrow trails where I needed to 
 get close to the bike. YMMV. 

 The other appeal is simply simplicity. Racks can loosen up. They can 
 break. If you don't have racks, then you don't have to worry about 
 broken racks. 

 On Sat, May 2, 2015 at 8:46 AM, Deacon Patrick lamon...@mac.com 
 javascript: wrote: 
  Beautiful bags, Mike! Wow. 
  
  Could you help me understand the allure of frame bags vs. traditional 
  panniers for bike packing? The main argument I've heard is squeezing 
 through 
  tight spaces. I've never understood this. My panniers are not wider than 
 my 
  legs are on the bike, and in LCG the bike and I are even wider except 
 when I 
  have to be pulling from the front or pushing from behind. Not once have 
 I 
  had a space the panniers couldn't fit through, though my canvas bags do 
 get 
  rock, tree, and bush loving rather often. Perhaps less hearty nylon 
 tends to 
  rip more easily? The knee rub of a frame bag is bothersome to me. So 
 I've 
  simply never grasped the preference. Any insight you can provide on what 
 I'm 
  missing would be great! 
  
  With abandon, 
  Patrick 
  
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[RBW] Re: FS: Ruthworks canvas front bag, panniers and seatbag **price drop

[Mike Schiller]

No nibbles yet so I'm dropping the price to $400 shipped for the whole set.

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[RBW] Re: FS: Ruthworks canvas front bag, panniers and seatbag

[Mike Schiller]

bags are sold now.  Thanks

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[RBW] Re: An even fatter (F)atlantis!

[Mike Schiller]

Glad it helped and where are you going this weekend?  Curtis's s24o?

~mike 
Carlsbad Ca

On Tuesday, April 21, 2015 at 4:15:02 PM UTC-7, hsmitham wrote:

 Mark, 

 looks fantastic! Got me thinking about some future changes on my 'lantis. 
 Love the White Industries cranks  the TB's. 

 RBW lister Mike Shiller recommended the Tange needle bearing head set to 
 reduce front end shimmy. Installed it and the shimmy has been greatly 
 reduced though not completely. Still haven't ridden it with a large front 
 load so that'll be the real test this coming weekend. 

 ~Hugh 
  Los Angeles,  CA 

 On Sunday, April 19, 2015 at 9:11:27 PM UTC-7, Mark Reimer wrote: 
  My curiosity was getting the better of me and I had to find out if I 
 could squish even fatter knobbies into my Atlantis. I picked up a pair of 
 Schwalbe Thunder Burt's in 2.25 and the fit with room to spare! I think I 
 could actually get 2.3 or 2.35s in there!  
  
  
  I also took the opportunity to change up a few other things - I have a 
 100cm Nitto Dirt Drop stem matched to some Soma Portola dirt drop bars, 
 with some drillium-style NOS Shimano levers. I went out for 7 hours on 
 Saturday and love the bars! I could have used some light gloves (and 
 sunscreen for that matter), but overall I'm loving the setup. Riding in the 
 drops is fantastic on single track and descending. The hoods are 
 comfortable enough for long distance. I might raise the bars a smidge 
 still, but we'll see. 
  
  
  The brakes received an update after the old Avid Tri-Align's kept 
 slipping. I'm using Paul Touring canti's, and they live up to their great 
 reputation. They just work so well. 
  
  
  Replaced the BB with a Phil Wood unit plus mud guards, as well as the 
 road version of White Industries' cranks, which brought my Q down by a 
 centimeter. Using this BB and crank, I think I could actually have got with 
 a 116mm instead of 119mm. When it comes time to replace (in like...10 
 years), I'll shorten it. 
  
  
  I also picked up a Sugino inner ring from Riv on their sale page. I've 
 now got a 44/26 setup with an 11x36 cassette. I replaced my Ultegra front 
 derailleur with an old Suntour Cyclone derailleur, which actually works 
 much better than the Ultegra. The cage is also wider, meaning I don't need 
 to trim as often. 
  
  
  And last but not least, added a Velo Orange Mojave cage under the down 
 tube with a 40oz Klean Kanteen bottle. Thirsty? Not anymore! This is the 
 setup I'll be using for my 10-day tour in Oregon next month. Oh, and I also 
 added a Mark's Rack to the back after the Bagman rack cracked. 
  
  
  There you have it! The Fatlantis is even fatter, can climb higher, stop 
 faster, shift better, spin smoother, support more weight, it's perfect! 
  
  
  More on my Flickr page! 



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[RBW] Re: L'Eroica California (Oh how I wish I went)

[Mike Schiller]

keeps out all the Riv-raff too ( pre '87 rqmnt)!  everyone needs a real 
vintage bike.  Hoping to be there next year but I need a bike for just one 
event like a hole in the head.

~mike
Carlsbad Ca

On Wednesday, April 15, 2015 at 9:10:12 AM UTC-7, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote:

 I'm guessing that next year year this is going to blow up huge! That's 
 great as the original as well as Cino http://www.cinorider.com/ look 
 absolutely fantastic. 
 The vintage requirement is a touch precious, but I get it as it keeps the 
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Re: [RBW] Grand Bois Hetres mounting issues.

[Mike Schiller]

Hugh,  have you tried overinflating them, say to 70 lbs to make sure they are 
seated?  I've done that to solve a similar issue.  Then reduce pressure to your 
desired value.

~mike
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[RBW] Re: April 24-25 overnight at O'Neill Park

[Mike Schiller]

sounds good to me.  Hopefully I'll be fully recovered by then.  

~mike
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[RBW] Re: Canti-Rom

[Mike Schiller]

I'm really am happy with Campy Veloce Ergopower levers running shimErgo 
10-8.  You can get a pair for around $100 if you shop on-line. I really 
like them off-road as it's much quicker to shift in techy terrain.  


and I always liked the canti Roms... I prefer canti's to caliper brakes by 
a far margin, but could never find one on my size. 

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[RBW] Re: Drop Bar Dirt Hillborne

[Mike Schiller]

I love drop bar bikes with knobbies... but someone needs to drop that stem 
back down a bunch. It's way too high for descending steep dirt.

The Sam's seem fairly low profile for a 45 mm tire.  They fit nicely in 
that Racer.   Think I'll try a set.

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[RBW] Re: Atlantis or Hunq - what's the real difference?

[Mike Schiller]

 The difference is about 7 oz for a 60 cm bike ( the .8 mm straight tube 
weighs more). But the bike will also be stiffer riding as a butted tube is 
more flexible. But since the diameter is smaller the increase in stiffness 
is less than similar diameter tubes.

~mike

On Tuesday, March 17, 2015 at 8:25:12 AM UTC-7, Leslie wrote:

 On Monday, March 16, 2015 at 10:19:21 PM UTC-4, Mike Schiller wrote:

 I would be shocked if they are really straight gauge tubing.  That would 
 add unnecessary weight without benefit and totally change the riding 
 characteristics. He has to be kidding!


 Why? They told me straight 8, they told Drew that.  I don't think 
 they'd 'kid' about that, without being clear that they were kidding. 

 Thing is, a  9/6/9 vs a straight 8, I think the weight difference would be 
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[RBW] Re: Atlantis or Hunq - what's the real difference?

[Mike Schiller]

I would be shocked if they are really straight gauge tubing.  That would 
add unnecessary weight without benefit and totally change the riding 
characteristics. He has to be kidding!

~mike
Carlsbad Ca. 

On Monday, March 16, 2015 at 5:38:48 AM UTC-7, Leslie wrote:

 It does say subject to change without notice on those;  and we know they 
 changed from Toyo to W'ford anyway

 FWIW...

 As far as to why, I'll leave it to Grant to improve, not hurt, the 
 design...not that earlier would be 'inferior', but, over time, he's 
 increased clearances on bikes, and tweaked them where needed to improve...










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Re: [RBW] Best 2ish allrounder tire?

[Mike Schiller]

John, the Nine Lines are maybe 4 mm wider and much taller ( ~1 cm.  The are 
slower on pavement for sure, but they rock in the singletrack, with  much 
more secure handling in turns.  I put them on for routes that are mostly 
dirt.  They float thru the soft dirt.

~mike

On Friday, March 13, 2015 at 9:20:28 AM UTC-7, John wrote:

 Mike,  How does the ride of the Nine Line's compare to the Rock 'n' Roads?

 Thanks,

 John

 On Thursday, March 12, 2015 at 8:21:09 PM UTC-7, Mike Schiller wrote:

 with Paul Canti's you can add Hunter Nugz 
  http://huntercycles.bigcartel.com/product/hunter-nugz 
 http://huntercycles.bigcartel.com/product/hunter-nugz .  They make it 
 easy to adjust for different rim widths.  
 I have them on my Bantam that will have ( eventually) two wheelsets.  Fat 
 roadies and fatter knobbies.  
 https://www.flickr.com/photos/37347002@N05/14522976996/in/set-72157642985369584

 ~mike
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Re: [RBW] Best 2ish allrounder tire?

[Mike Schiller]

with Paul Canti's you can add Hunter Nugz 
 http://huntercycles.bigcartel.com/product/hunter-nugz 
http://huntercycles.bigcartel.com/product/hunter-nugz .  They make it 
easy to adjust for different rim widths.  
I have them on my Bantam that will have ( eventually) two wheelsets.  Fat 
roadies and fatter knobbies.  
https://www.flickr.com/photos/37347002@N05/14522976996/in/set-72157642985369584

~mike
Carlsbad Ca


On Thursday, March 12, 2015 at 5:52:47 PM UTC-7, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote:

 I am a huge proponent of multiple wheelsets. I have two wheelsets on two 
 different bikes that I swap, and have zero problem shifting between them. 
 One set is disc brakes which is really easy (swapping between 700X40C and 
 650X50B). On the rim brake wheelsets, I just make sure the outside rim 
 width is the same on both (23mm) so I don't have to adjust brakes. Swapping 
 tires on the other hand just doesn't happen.

 On Thu, Mar 12, 2015 at 5:44 PM, Deacon Patrick lamon...@mac.com 
 javascript: wrote:

 Good to know, Jim. Thank you!

 With abandon,
 Patrick


 On Thursday, March 12, 2015 at 5:26:11 PM UTC-6, Jim M. wrote:

 Spoke too soon. With further miles, they were found to stretch a bit:
 http://twentynineinches.com/2009/06/24/continental-race-
 king-2-2-tires-midterm-report/


 On Thursday, March 12, 2015 at 3:18:20 PM UTC-7, Jim M. wrote:

 On Thursday, March 12, 2015 at 2:16:57 PM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote:


 Anyone know the actual width of Continental's Speed King 29 x 2.2? 
 It's just above the max for the Hunqapillar. 


 My experience with Conti's is that they run small. Here's a review of 
 the Race King that measured them at 2.02:
 http://twentynineinches.com/2009/04/12/continental-race-
 king-22-29er-tires-first-impressions/ 

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[RBW] Re: Stumbled on The Lost City. Rode my first Rivendell

[Mike Schiller]

I'm with you Brad, rip off all that extraneous stuff  and throw some 
knobbies on there.  

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Re: [RBW] Re: Grant sets them straight with letter to editor

[Mike Schiller]

now that looks like a hella lota fun.  Although I'd probably get the new 
Salsa Warbird... carbon bike that fits 45mm tires.  Seems like most of  my 
fun rides these days are like that ( a bit slower and drier though) and 
there should be beer at the  end too!

~mike
Carlsbad Ca.

On Thursday, February 26, 2015 at 2:55:23 PM UTC-8, Mark Reimer wrote:

 Oh I wouldn't be so sure about that...

 http://theradavist.com/2015/02/santa-cruz-stigmata-cross-video/




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Re: [RBW] Re: Grant sets them straight with letter to editor

[Mike Schiller]

this ^^ is the first thing that makes sense in this whole thread.  

There are all kinds of fish in this giant fishbowl. Some wear sandals and 
baggy shorts...that's not me.  Lycra/wool shorts have a place for 
performance riding,  On tour, some loose fitting over-shorts are more 
appropriate.Can't we all get just along?  

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[RBW] Re: FS: Gilles Berthoud SS Fenders 700 x 50 and Velo Orange Pass Hunter Rack

[Mike Schiller]

don't need fenders in So Cal?   What about the runoff from everyone over 
watering their lawns?  

~mike
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[RBW] Re: Grant Petersen's views on mountain bike development?

[Mike Schiller]

oh gawd!   alba/bosco whatever on an MTB... never in my life ( I hope)! 
 The tighter geometry on MTB's was happening in '87 for sure.  I was racing 
NORBA on a Fisher and it was not slack. 
 https://www.flickr.com/photos/37347002@N05/16209721716/ 
https://www.flickr.com/photos/37347002@N05/16209721716/  
The Bstones were a little steeper HA in the early 90's ( had an MB-2) but 
not much.  Most MTB's transitioned to the NORBA geo of 71/73 angles and 
shorter chainstays in the late 80's including Bridgestone.

~mike
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[RBW] Re: Atlantis or Hunq - what's the real difference?

[Mike Schiller]

the original Hunq frame was made in Taiwan and the fork made by Toyo in 
Japan. 

~mike

On Friday, February 13, 2015 at 9:14:55 AM UTC-8, Braxton Colagross wrote:

 Hunqapillar frames are made by Waterford. The $300 savings comes from the 
 fork being made in Taiwan. 

 On Thursday, February 12, 2015 at 8:45:39 PM UTC-8, Mike Schiller wrote:

 I recall reading that the Hunq used Kaisei heat treated tubing in 9-6-9 
 OS.  This tubing has a higher tensile strength than Ox Plat which is what 
 the  Atlantis uses.  Which only means it's more resistant to denting and 
 not any stiffer.  I also thought that the Hunq's were made in Taiwan and 
 not at Waterford like the Atlantis.  

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[RBW] Re: Atlantis or Hunq - what's the real difference?

[Mike Schiller]

I recall reading that the Hunq used Kaisei heat treated tubing in 9-6-9 OS. 
 This tubing has a higher tensile strength than Ox Plat which is what the 
 Atlantis uses.  Which only means it's more resistant to denting and not 
any stiffer.  I also thought that the Hunq's were made in Taiwan and not at 
Waterford like the Atlantis.  

~mike
Carlsbad Ca.


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[RBW] Re: 61x60 c-c Riv Custom San Diego CL $550

[Mike Schiller]

crap wheels but otherwise a great buy.  And it's a mile form my front door! 
  

a couple of cm's too big unfortunately


~mike
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[RBW] Re: Brake pads question.

[Mike Schiller]

You can use any pad that have the same post style Hugh. Like Doug said, I use 
the cross pad on the front of all my bikes, they work great.

~mike

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[RBW] Re: Oregon Outback Rollcall

[Mike Schiller]

Brian, I didn't make the ride last year, but I have backpacked all my life 
and have a lot or experience with ultralight camping.  I recently got a 
water-resistant bivy sack from Borah Designs. I used it on a recent 
bikepacking trip and was very happy with it.  I put my pad and sleeping bag 
inside and it has a mesh hood to keep bugs out and a little loop ( that 
hooks to a nearby bush or tree) to keep the bivy hood off your face.
The bottom is fully waterproof, but the top is a highly breathable but very 
water resistant fabric that will keep a light mist or overnight dew off 
your bag. It weighs only 7 oz and packs the size of a softball.  That with 
a small tarp if you expect heavier rain is what I would pack.  It also adds 
a little warmth to your sleeping bag. With a light tarp your whole shelter 
is less than a pound and very compressible.

I'm probably going to have to miss the Oregon Outback this year as  my 
daughter is expecting a child  a week before.

~mike
Carlsbad Ca

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Re: [RBW] Re: Compass 26 × 1.75 Feedback requested

[Mike Schiller]

Hugh, if I come along on the tour this summer ( hopefully) I'm planning on 
running the new Pasela 650B tires. While I love the Hetres, I prefer 
something slightly sturdier for loaded touring, but prob. not as heavy as 
the Schwalbes.  The Pasela's with the thicker tread ( 700x37, 650Bx42, and 
26 x 1.75) is a nice in-between tire.

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[RBW] Re: Compass 26 × 1.75 Feedback requested

[Mike Schiller]

Hugh, another option is the 26 x 1.75 Pasela.  The 1.75 model has beefier 
tread than the thinner Pasela's and would do great for mixed terrain.  The 
TG model would be a great touring tire.

 I've done quite a bit of off-road on the 700 x 37 version that has the 
same heavier tread.

~mike
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Re: [RBW] Homer brake improvements?

[Mike Schiller]

I had brazed on Paul Racers on a custom bike.  IME ,they are the best rim 
brakes on the market when used in the brazed on post version. I've used 
center bolt mounted center pulls and they work  far better than any side 
pull brake and as good as most canti's so your plan sounds good. Their only 
shortfall is max tire width of 45ish but the Homer is limited to 42mm tires 
at the chainstays already so not an issue for you.


~mike
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[RBW] Re: Ambrosio Zenith hubs - any good?

[Mike Schiller]

I had picked up a 36h set of these hubs a few years ago. All the reports I 
read were positive about them.  At the time all the rims I wanted to use 
for 650B were 32h so I sold the hubs.  
They do have aluminum free hub bodies so they last longer if you use a 
cassette with an aluminum carrier body that most of the cogs are attached 
to or the free hub  body will gall.

BTW...I've been using Miche Racing box hubs for 3-4 years and have been 
very happy with them, made in Italy and use cartridge bearings as well. 
 Reasonably priced too.

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[RBW] Re: Jeremy’s Hunqapillar Rear Derailleur Adapter

[Mike Schiller]

that is the m951 with the extra pulley. I have a few M950's and they are 
normal pull and don't have the pulley.  

~mike
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Re: [RBW] Re: 2015 Redlands Strada Rossa

[Mike Schiller]

hey maybe the Pizza place could cater the post ride food!   

~mike

On Thursday, January 8, 2015 at 7:43:47 PM UTC-8, James Warren wrote:

 And my favorite pizza on the planet! In downtown Redlands.

 -Original Message- 
 From: dougP 
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 To: rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com javascript: 
 Subject: [RBW] Re: 2015 Redlands Strada Rossa 

 While I couldn't ride the event last year, my wife  I rode our Atlantii 
 around town, enjoying the small town community feel of Redlands. Of 
 course, we stayed for the festivities and chatter with the hardy souls who 
 did the ride. Great people, a good cause  some serious bike oggling to do 
 while tipping a pint of the Inland Empire's finest brew. 

 Those in the know bring extra tubes, patches, a real pump and maybe use 
 slimy stuff. It's a perfect chance to try any new  exiting multi-surface 
 tires you may have been lusting after. 

 dougP

 On Thursday, January 8, 2015 at 2:49:01 PM UTC-8, cyclot...@gmail.com 
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  The powers that be just finalized the dates and times for this spring's 
  RSR: March 21st! Up to date info on the official RSR blog: 
  http://redlands-strada-rossa.blogspot.com/ 
 
  This event is directly inspired from the great social RBW-Google Group 
  rides we have been doing here in SoCal. I wanted to expand upon those, 
 and 
  try to morph those with something similar to the D2R2 
  which just looks like an amazing 
  event. The RSR is the result, and you are all cordially invited to come 
  over and enjoy the festivities!
 
  It's a 100km mixed-terrain ride in Inland SoCal. This year we are going 
 to 
  add a 50km half-metric route as well. Both routes are very doable if 
 you're 
  used to riding that particular distance. There will be some singletrack 
 and 
  a little bit of busy road, but the VAST majority of each will be on dirt 
  fire roads and paved back country roads. 
 
  There were 135 riders last year, and we're hoping to grow it to 200 this 
  year. It's NOT a race, but definitely more than a parade, and from my 
  position there is a fantastic fun vibe permeating the event. Many of the 
  SoCal usual suspects came over last year, and it definitely has a 
  Rivendell-friendly feel to it. Super-fast roadies, dual-sus MTBers, 
  Albatross-riding Rivenistas, professional cyclocross racers and local 
 high 
  school kids. Just everybody having a good time on a bike! Pics from last 
  year do get you inspired: 
  https://www.flickr.com/groups/redlands-strada-rossa/
 
  In order to make it more of an event, this year we are adding on a 
 Friday 
  night party, and a second ride up in the hills on Sunday. So if you're 
  tempted to come out for the day, consider coming out early and/or 
 staying 
  late! There are motels and business hotels in town, but we can probably 
  scare up a sofa or a back room somewhere as well. And it's definitely 
  family friendly. Non-riding family members and significant others should 
  have a full day exploring the down/area, as well as enjoying the 
 post-ride 
  party with vegi/vegan food, kegs and live music. 
 
  The Inland Empire Bicycling Alliance who 
  oversees the event is going to be charging $25 for it. Technically it's 
 not 
  for the event itself, but for membership in the their non-profit. This 
  keeps it as a club-member event which helps with insurance as well as 
  advocacy. Nobody is trying to get rich from this, and your money is 
 going 
  to support a group that does a LOT of good in the IE. Here's their FB 
 page 
  if you want to see more of what they're about: 
  
 https://www.facebook.com/pages/Inland-Empire-Biking-Alliance/156207984434074 
  
 
  Please feel free to contact me directly with any questions!!! I hope to 
  see a bunch of you in March!
 
  -- 
  Cheers,
  David
 
  Member, Supreme Council of Cyberspace
 
  it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. - Seth Vidal
 
 
 
  

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[RBW] Re: Wow, I mean, just wow

[Mike Schiller]

I had an '87 Stumpy Comp, last year of lugged frames, Toyo built. It was 
also the 1st year of Norba geomtry ( 71/73). Mine had a custom biplane 
fork.  Nice bike but IMO  26 wheels  are terrible for serious off road 
compared to 29ers.   
https://www.flickr.com/photos/37347002@N05/7089294979/in/set-72157629565315711
~mike
Carlsbad Ca

 


 

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[RBW] Re: Wow, I mean, just wow

[Mike Schiller]

not so much of a wow these days, as they show up from time to time and the 
geometry kinda stinks ( relative to what you can get today)... but in 1982 
for those of us old enough to ride this size bike... that was way more than 
wow... it was like a whole new world opening up. 

~mike
Carlsbad Ca.


 

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[RBW] Re: Knobbies for 26 Atlantis

[Mike Schiller]

Anne, the Ritchey Speedmax Beta's roll pretty well on pave' and dirt.  I 
ran a set on a dropbar Stumpjuper for a whole and was happy with them. 
 http://ritcheylogic.com/mountain/tires/speedmax-beta-mountain-tire.html 
http://ritcheylogic.com/mountain/tires/speedmax-beta-mountain-tire.html


~mike
Carlsbad Ca

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[RBW] Re: Knobbies for 26 Atlantis

[Mike Schiller]

they are a great mixed terrain tire for 26 wheels. They measured about 
48mm  on my 22mm wide rims.
I've ridden Smart Sams, good on dirt but slow on pavement. 

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[RBW] Re: Favorite weather to ride in.

[Mike Schiller]

I think my range is 30 to 85 F. Probably 60's is optimal.   Prefer to ride 
dirt when it's cold and icy. Actually I prefer dirt most of time.   

~mike

On Wednesday, December 31, 2014 2:48:16 PM UTC-8, Curtis wrote:

 Here in East San Diego we have had a cool day.  About 52 degrees 
 Fahrenheit (11 degrees Celsius) with fun sun and a light breeze at 2:30 
 pm.  I really like the cool temps, so I was wondering what is your favorite 
 riding weather.  For me it is what I experienced to day.




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[RBW] Re: Flats: Hetres vs Babyshoe Pass?

[Mike Schiller]

The Hetre has thicker tread than the Babyshoe  Pass tire. I think 3.5 mm 
versus 3 mm if I recall correctly.  I had similar luck on my Hetres, no 
flats in the 1st 2500 miles. Then 3 in a two week period . Then none since.


~mike
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[RBW] Re: Lucky

[Mike Schiller]

the Babyshoe Pass's are slightly narrower than the Hetres  due to thinner 
sidewall thickness.  Mine measure 39.9mm on A23's. Still a great tire 
and super that they fit.  

~mike
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[RBW] Re: [650B] Re: and now a 42mm 650B Pasela

[Mike Schiller]

I'll bet the price will be about half of Babyshoe Passes when they get 
fully out on the market. I'm sure I'll get a pair for my camping bike.  

Super happy to have another 40+mm road  tire to choose from.

~mike




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Re: [RBW] Re: [650B] Re: and now a 42mm 650B Pasela

[Mike Schiller]

unusual huh?... maybe just cheap.   I find Pasela pricing varies by size.   
The bigger sizes are more $$.

I like that they used the thicker tread. Better in the dirt or for loaded 
touring.  If you want a faster tire get a Hetre.

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[RBW] Re: PSA: Are you missing a large yellow Albatrossed A. Homer Hilsen ?

[Mike Schiller]

I dunno.. $1200 seems reasonable if its well used.  Nuthin' special as far 
as components. 

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[RBW] Re: Compass Babyshoe pass and Grand Bois Hetre actual width

[Mike Schiller]

My black Hetres have about 2500 miles on them and measure 41.9 mm on 
Dyad's.   My new Babyshoe standard casings measure 39.7mm after a few weeks 
of installation on A23's.

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[RBW] Re: FS: Suntour derailleur's and other items

[Mike Schiller]

everything is sold. Thanks to everyone who contacted me.

~mike


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