Re: [RBW] Brooks Saddle Squeaks
Larry, One of my Brooks saddles developed a squeak recently. I was able to stop the sqeak by applying a bit of oil to the point where the rails pivot at the nose of the saddle. I had tried lubing many other places without success. Steve From: Larry Schellhase schellh...@gmail.com To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Thursday, February 23, 2012 11:29 PM Subject: [RBW] Brooks Saddle Squeaks My Brooks Champion Special squeaks when I ride it. I had it off my bike for a couple of years but I missed the looks and feel so I remounted it a couple of weeks ago and for a while it was quiet but now the noise is back. I hate noisey bikes. It is impossible for me to tell where the saddle is squeaking. Any ideas on how to quiet the beast? Thanks-- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Sam Hillborne 56cm question
Mike, You may want to contact the Country Bike Shop in Celina, Ohio at WWW.CountryBikeshop.com They are an exclusive Riv dealer and the last time I was there they had some 56 Sams with a single TT. Steve Hemmelgarn From: Mike Goldsworthy mgoldswor...@gmail.com To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Thursday, January 19, 2012 3:13 PM Subject: [RBW] Sam Hillborne 56cm question Hi all - My first time posting...I've been wanting to get a steel lugged bike for a while now to use for commuting, grocery shopping, rides with the kids...basically an all around general bike to use when I'm not riding a road bike. I've finally landed on the Sam, and have been saving to get enough $ to do a complete build. I'm about half way there, and discovered on their website that it seems the 56cm only comes with a double top tube. I emailed a few days ago to ask if this is the case, but haven't heard back. So, here's what I'm wondering - is the 56cm Sam only with a double top tube now? If so, what would you suggest as some other options? I really like the look and the idea of the Sam, but honestly don't like the look of the double top tube at all...and if I'm spending that much, I want to love not only the feel of it when I ride, but also I want to love the look of it -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Riv Rally midwest?
Jim, Sounds interesting. Schedule permitting I would like coming up your way from Ohio, and maybe could bring a couple of fellow Riv riders. Steve Hemmelgarn From: Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery thill@gmail.com To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Friday, January 13, 2012 6:29 PM Subject: [RBW] Riv Rally midwest? Just reading about the Riv Rally East in another thread. Jeez, that sounds fun. I briefly contemplated a trip eastward, but then I thought, why not just do it here? I know lots of great routes where the attributes of Riv bikes would shine, both functionally and cosmetically. I'd be willing to put together a Riv Rally Midwest sometime this upcoming summer. Most likely it would be somewhere between Minneapolis and Madison and a 2-day weekend format with camping and hotel options. Also, most likely there would be ride route options to suit different fitness levels and adventurousness thresholds (nothing extreme). Anybody interested? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/1dZL8dfAkW4J. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Upgrading my Trek 520?
I have a Trek 520 that I used as a commuter and loaded tourer for many years. When I bought it in 1989 I had the LBS switch out the 105 cranks for MB cranks as it too thought it didn't have sufficiently low gears for touring. Over the years I made lots of upgrades and made it as close to a Rivendell ride as possible. The original Bontrager rims developed cracks at the spoke holes so I built Dyad wheels with a SON hub for generator lights. Can't say enough positive things about having headlight and tailights available at all times! Last summer I bought a Hunqapillar for these duties and modified the Trek to be a city bike, with flat bars and a single chainring. The Hunq is a vast improvement over the Trek. It has that Rivendell ride where the Trek was solid but kind of dead. Still keeping the Trek as it has a lot of sentimental value and was there before I drank the Rivendell Kool-aid. Steve From: Rex Kerr rexk...@gmail.com To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Wednesday, January 4, 2012 7:47 PM Subject: [RBW] Re: Upgrading my Trek 520? BTW, just found a more recent picture of the Trek 520, which I uploaded here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/rexkerr/6638127641/ Shows the current setup better...-- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Questions: Wiring a tail light and more.
Brian, Have wired taillights 2 ways and both have worked fine. I have wired a dynamo taillight by running the single wire from the dynamo along the down tube, secured by zip ties. Went along top of the bottom bracket and drilled a small hole into SKS fenders. Then taped the wire inside the fender. Drilled another small hole just below the mounted taillight and pulled wire through for connection to the light. I did not get a good ground with the SKS fenders so ran a short ground wire from the taillight to a fender stay bolt. This worked without trouble for 2 years. On my new Hunqapillar I decided to run the single wire from the dyanamo across the top tube, down one of the seat stays and along a fender stay. The wire was secured by several zip ties along the way. This bike has VO aluminum fenders and I did not need to make a separate ground connection. Only had this a few weeks so will see how I like the external routing. While the dynamo lighting set-up is expensive I have really enjoyed having good lights available without having to fuss with batteries. Steve From: Brian labrecque_br...@yahoo.com To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Wednesday, August 31, 2011 1:37 PM Subject: [RBW] Questions: Wiring a tail light and more. Hi, I'm about to install fender mounted, dyno powered tail lights on my Sam H. and my wife's Trek. We both have Cyo IQ headlights. Hers is at the fork crown, mine on the front of the rack. Best route to run the cable? Least obtrusive, most secure method of attachment? Also, this winter, I plan on Rivifying my early '90s Miyata road bike. What's the best way to remove the decals? Neon is so 1992. Thanks for the help. Brian -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 60 cm Saluki
Dick, I saw this also. Isn't a Protovelo a prototype? So this must have been a prototype Saluki before they were marketing them. Why would you want this when you already have a Bleriot? Oh I know. The correct number of bikes is N + 1 and you are currently at N. steve From: Dick Denning denn...@bright.net To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Mon, July 11, 2011 9:49:17 PM Subject: [RBW] Re: FS: 60 cm Saluki Steve: I'd like to buy your 60 Saluki.I have a 59 Bleriot, but I have always wanted a Saluki and yours looks like a great one. I especially like the front rack with the light attachment. I like the green color as well. Let me know. Also, just curious as to why are you selling it? Thanks so much, Dick Denning, Celina, Ohio. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/6sdWMRftoBoJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Any Riv riders on TOSRV this weekend?
This weekend is the 50th TOSRV. How many Riv riders will be there? I'll be there on my Blue Rambouillet. Hope to see lots of you there. Steve Hemmelgarn -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Generator lighting questions
Beth, Below is my experience with your questions. a. I have my light mounted to a plastic SKS fender. Has been on there since Sept 09. This bike is ridden most days and is my touring bike. No issues to date. b. I routed mine inside the fender. Taped it up with black tape, Gorilla brand. Then drilled a small hole next to the light and ran the single wire out and connected it to the light. Since the fenders were plastic the ground circuit didn't work so I ran a short length of wire from the ground lead of the light to one of the fender stay bolts. c. Mine is mounted to the fork crown. Bike has linear brakes and low rider racks. The light clears both of the handlebar bags I use. Steve From: b hamon periwinkle...@yahoo.com To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Tue, January 18, 2011 12:40:16 AM Subject: [RBW] Generator lighting questions Unscientific poll: a. Rear light mounted to fender -- how many of you have mounted one to a (gasp!) plastic fender and how long did it last there before getting beaten up beyond repair? b. Wiring: for those kids not cool enough to have it routed internally, do you like it mounted on top or underside of tubing? c. Front light mounting: How many of you don't normally use a small front rack but specifically installed one to protect the headlight? And how many of you just went with a fork crown mount sans rack? Just curious, playing around with some set-up ideas. Thanks --Beth http://bikelovejones1.blogspot.com/ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Rambouillet Serial #'s?
Not me either... Blue 1017 Steve From: Michael_S mikeybi...@rocketmail.com To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Thu, November 18, 2010 9:45:15 PM Subject: [RBW] Re: Rambouillet Serial #'s? not mine... Green RB01120 ~Mike~ On Nov 18, 11:33 am, Jon Grant jgr...@papagrant.com wrote: Jim Edgar asked: . . . can anyone supply a low-numbered (under 1000) factory-blue Rambouillet serial number? Thanks for playing! - Jim --- My wife¹s blue Rambouillet is serial # RB0613, and it came to us as a whole bike in 2004, maybe. Jon ³What¹s my name again?² Grant, in, uh, lessee now ‹ oh yeah! Austin, Texas -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: wimpy cassettes and chain rings
From: EricP ericpl...@aol.com To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Wed, September 29, 2010 8:11:18 AM Subject: [RBW] Re: wimpy cassettes and chain rings Agree with Steve here. Back from 1983 to 1986 would go through two or three freewheels a year. And a like number of chainrings. That was commuting to college through Minnesota winter and using too thick of oil. Ate the rings alive. The newer stuff seems to be pretty good. Although will admit to a preference for steel chainrings or 7051. And also replace the chain more frequently than needed. Well, most of the time. Seems to keep excess wear at bay. At least for me and my riding habits. But, yes, rain and grit does seem to wear stuff out quickly. Just not sure it's any quicker than before. Eric Platt St. Paul, MN On Sep 28, 9:09 pm, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote: On Tue, 2010-09-28 at 19:03 -0700, MobileBill wrote: The questions: Could it be that cassettes and chain rings have become remarkably less durable in the past XX years? Are lightweight high end cassettes and chain rings more or less durable than lower end rings? Or have the indents and carvings on the hyperglide systems made components more vulnerble to wear? Is it that modern cassettes and rings are machine (laser?) cut whereas the old freewheels were hand cut? Any significant difference in manufacturers (shimano vs. sram?) Or am I just making this up? The situation: I'm kind of appalled that I've managed to wear serious shark's fins in my middle, 36T, ring in fewer than 3,500 miles. Cassette is just as bad. Should have changed em out a 1,000 miles ago. Both are Riv standard issue, which is at the low end of the shimano scale (HG30), and would presumably be heavier and perhaps more durable than the super lightweights at the upper end of the scale (HG 70). It's a rough world on my commute, frequent stops and quick accelerations, grinding hills, frequent rains and lots of additional weight from computers, groceries and what not. But the transmission gets frequent maintenance, and I have freewheels and chain rings that are very nearly two decades old and still useable. Implications: At this rate, I'm going to be replacing cassette and one to two chain rings (not to mention the chain) twice! each year on the beloved Saluki. Is it time to reassess whether cassette and chain ring improvements are really an improvement? Are there transmission components more appropriate for Riv riders who have little use for the racing style refinements of modern cassettes and chainrings? I'm using those same Hyperglide components -- typically XTR (cranks) and XT, cassettes usually Ultegra or HG70 and have been doing so for quite some time. I have tens of thousands of miles on chain rings, and I usually get many thousands of miles on chains and cassettes. On the other hand, I used to get no more than 2-3000 miles on a freewheel back in the 70s and 80s.- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Riv TOSRV Riders
George, I don't think so. What is CICS? Will you be riding TOSRV this year? Steve Hemmelgarn From: George Schick bhim...@gmail.com To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Sun, May 2, 2010 1:29:52 PM Subject: [RBW] Re: Riv TOSRV Riders Is this by any chance the same Steve Hemmelgarn who is a late 1980's CICS graduate? On Apr 30, 6:27 am, Steve Hemmelgarn trekcommu...@yahoo.com wrote: Dick, Good message and good idea! It would be nice to see a few more Riv's. Steve From: Dick Denning denn...@bright.net To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Fri, April 30, 2010 6:24:50 AM Subject: [RBW] Riv TOSRV Riders If you live at all close to Ohio, and have been riding for awhile, you're probably familiar with the Tour Of the Scioto River Valley (TOSRV), http://www.tosrv.org. TOSRV starts and finishes in Columbus, Oh., and is always on Mothers Day weekend. This year is the 49th TOSRV and will be held next weekend, the weekend of May 8th 9th. I usually ride with a group of riding buddies, and we have a few Rivendells in the mix. Usually a couple of Rambouillets, a Romulus, sometimes a Rivendell or Bleriot, etc. This year I know of one Sam Hillborne that'll be joining us as well. I often see a couple of other Ramb's (John) and an AHH (Mark?) too. Just wanted to let any other RBW owners/fans know they're more than welcome to join us on our ride to and from Portsmouth, Oh. We leave from the SW corner of the Statehouse on Saturday morning. We aim to gather there about 7:15AM on Saturday and try to leave by 7:30, though we're often running 15 minutes late. A quick recreational pace gets us to Portsmouth before 5PM. Feel free to join us. Look for a couple of blue Rambouillets and you'll know you've found us. Dick Denning -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Riv TOSRV Riders
Dick, Good message and good idea! It would be nice to see a few more Riv's. Steve From: Dick Denning denn...@bright.net To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Fri, April 30, 2010 6:24:50 AM Subject: [RBW] Riv TOSRV Riders If you live at all close to Ohio, and have been riding for awhile, you're probably familiar with the Tour Of the Scioto River Valley (TOSRV), http://www.tosrv.org . TOSRV starts and finishes in Columbus, Oh., and is always on Mothers Day weekend. This year is the 49th TOSRV and will be held next weekend, the weekend of May 8th 9th. I usually ride with a group of riding buddies, and we have a few Rivendells in the mix. Usually a couple of Rambouillets, a Romulus, sometimes a Rivendell or Bleriot, etc. This year I know of one Sam Hillborne that'll be joining us as well. I often see a couple of other Ramb's (John) and an AHH (Mark?) too. Just wanted to let any other RBW owners/fans know they're more than welcome to join us on our ride to and from Portsmouth, Oh. We leave from the SW corner of the Statehouse on Saturday morning. We aim to gather there about 7:15AM on Saturday and try to leave by 7:30, though we're often running 15 minutes late. A quick recreational pace gets us to Portsmouth before 5PM. Feel free to join us. Look for a couple of blue Rambouillets and you'll know you've found us. Dick Denning -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Heavy rider wheel issues
Regarding the question about Velocity Dyad rims: I built up a set of wheels for my touring bike (Trek 520) with a Schmidt front hub and an XT rear. Have been using them for more than a year with no problems. I like them a lot and plan to use them on my planned Hunquapillar. Steve Hemmelgarn From: happyriding happyrid...@yahoo.com To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Tue, April 20, 2010 1:50:41 AM Subject: [RBW] Re: Heavy rider wheel issues You might want to browse around Peter White's website, and see what he has to say about wheels: http://www.peterwhitecycles.com/Wheels.asp I imagine that if you are going to get a Sam Hillborne, Rivendell is going to recommend either the Velocity Dyad or Mavic 719 rims. The Velocity Dyad's do not have a machined side wall. Machined side walls are created by removing metal to smooth out the braking surface, which potentially weakens the rim(although manufacturers can start with a thicker piece of aluminum in anticipation that part of the surface will be shaved off). Grant has written about how he prefers non- machined side walls for strength. What I want to know is: do rims with non-machined side walls brake worth a damn? Or, is the brake pad skipping all over the brake surface and making a terrible racket? Has anyone used Velocity Dyad rims before? Thanks. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: 700x35c tires
Mikey, I used the Maxxis Overdrive tires on my Trek 520 for several years. This is my touring and sometimes commuter bike. It was always very rough and harsh over bumps, nothing like my Rambouillet so I just wrote it off to the heavy and stiff frame. Even riding with very low tire pressures (50psi in front) didn't seem to make much difference. Dick Denning at the Country Bike Shop suggesteted I try some Panaracer tires with much more flexible side walls. Last fall I got some Pasela Tour Guards in 700 X 35 and it made an amazing difference in the ride of the Trek. Noticeably more comfortable over rough pavement. Have ridden several hundred miles without any problems. In defense of the Maxxis tires, I never had a flat with them. They are very heavy robust commuter tires and were trouble free for me. Don't think I will be going back though. Really enjoy the comfort of the Pasela tires. Steve Hemmelgarn From: Michael_S mikeybi...@rocketmail.com To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Mon, February 15, 2010 12:44:28 PM Subject: [RBW] Re: 700x35c tires Has anyone tried the Maxxis Overdrive? 700x38 and a decent tread design. I've used the 700x35 Maxxis Locust cross tire for quite a while which is great off road and decent on road. I really would prefer a 700x40 or bigger for my Hillborne all rounder. Just not many choices out there except for Schwalbe in big sizes. Mikey So Cal On Feb 15, 5:25 am, Roy Yates roydya...@gmail.com wrote: Unfortunately the Randonneur Hyper appears to be available only in 700c. I've been riding the Randonneur Pro in 26x1.5 (ie 559-40). The tire is good for commuting but somewhat heavy. The vittoria site says its 450g, but mine weigh 510g. I'm not weight obsessed, but the tire does feel slow. ...Roy On Mon, Feb 15, 2010 at 12:39 AM, geezer bair.m...@gmail.com wrote: Hi Gino, I've had real good luck with the Vittoria Randonneur Pro tires, which have been superceded by the Hyper model - the Hypers look the same except for the addition of a reflective band around the sidewall. I originally bought them because they are pretty light, even in the 35s (440g, if I remember correctly). They have proven to be tough and long-lasting. They are almost a slick with some siping. I use them on a cyclocross bike for daily city commuting. Mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.comrbw-owners-bunch%2bunsubscrib...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] I was hit by car - brief request for help - slightly on-topic
James, I read your post with interest and have several comments. I am a long time bicyclist and motorcyclist. This is a very marginal situation you were in. You may have been right but in the case of a bicycle/morotcycle to car accident you can often be DEAD RIGHT. I have been commuting frequently this winter, often in the dark and generally go by the philosophy that I am invisible. There have been several instances this winter where cars would have pulled out in front of me from side streets. I assume that they didn't see my lights or were just not looking for bicycles. I chose to hold back and wait rather than exercising my right-of-way and continuing on. When it is light out I always try to establish eye-contact with a potential vehicle that could pull out or turn in front of me. Even though you may be legally correct you must be aware of your vulnerability. Not too clear about the lane you were in when the other two lanes of traffic stopped to let the oncoming car turn left. You may have some legal recourse there. Take it to small claims court and see if you can get your expenses covered. Good luck and ride safe, Steve Hemmelgarn From: James Warren jimcwar...@earthlink.net To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Sat, January 23, 2010 2:54:04 PM Subject: [RBW] I was hit by car - brief request for help - slightly on-topic First of all, I am ok, and that's what I consider the biggest thing. I was lucky in terms of injuries. I was able to go home from the hospital after 24 hours. They kept me to observe me, because in the first 10 to 15 minutes after the accident, I didn't really know things like my name. But then it came back before I got to the hospital. I left the hospital with 4 broken ribs and cuts and bruises and the aftermath of a concussion. The following might not be on-topic, but it closely matches Maynard Hershon's first essay in RR42. It happened about a week ago, less than 48 hours after I read Maynard's essay. If you are not interested in hearing about the accident, I completely understand if you don't read it. But it does include one relevant safety lesson for bicyclists, and I am also asking for help from anyone, especially Southern CA list members, who might have a recommendation for a great lawyer who knows how to get fairness for bike-riders in traffic collisions with automobiles. I ask this, because I feel I've been unfairly treated by the law so far. The police officer's report concludes with a determination that I am the party at fault. I was riding straight ahead in an area that fills up with traffic near a shopping center. I had no stop sign or red lights to stop me. I was riding under the speed limit. There were two lanes of car traffic going in my direction, and I was riding just to the right of them, effectively in a third lane. There was no bike lane marked, and it's possible that one is supposed to be there, but was not because the road had recently been resurfaced but not painted yet. Cyclists ride along this from time-to-time, but only out of necessity. An SUV coming the opposite direction was in a left-turn lane. It turned left and drove across my path. What I remember was that upon reaching this intersection (that required no stop from me and requires the turner to turn only when oncoming traffic is clear), I was shocked to see an SUV turning left in front of me. I had no time to think. I braked and turned and skidded all at once, all the while knowing that I would hit the car. I hit the side of the car, but I don't remember the pain of impact. For the next 10 to 15 minutes, I don't know from first-hand experience what happened. I couldn't say my own name at first. Details of the accident were discussed without me but included the driver, at least one witness was referenced by the police report, and the deputy ended up deciding I was at fault; at least his report says that. Meanwhile, in the care of paramedics, I eventually knew my situation and regained my self-awareness. While I was in the ambulance, I was happy when I could tell them that I could now remember the specific accident where the car turned left in front of me. I was very relieved when they told me that my responses were good and my extremities seemed ok, and that I was going to the emergency room, because they do that for anyone who lost consciousness. (I had been unconscious for the first 30 to 60 seconds, and my helmet is cracked. I am so glad I wore it.) I haven't had a chance to have the bike frame professionally inspected yet (QB), and it might be undamaged, but the rear wheel is ruined. It must have hit the side of the car, but I don't know for sure due to my impaired mental state. So how was I determined to be at fault? Drivers moving in the same direction as I had decided to stop and yield to the driver who was turning left from the opposite direction. They did this, because there was a back
Re: [RBW] Favorite shoes
I bought a pair of Lake MX101 mountain biking shoes a few years ago on closeout. Bought them 2 sizes big and wear them in the winter with thick wool socks. Recommend these shoes if you can find them. Steve Hemmelgarn From: johnb jbust...@gmail.com To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Thu, January 21, 2010 3:55:17 PM Subject: [RBW] Favorite shoes In the new Riv Reader, Grant notes four shoes that he liked for riding. The Dromartis look great but are probably out of my budget... For comfort, my favorites with a pair of single strap Carnac's that I bought on sale in the mid-90s that continue to this day on someone else's feet along with the rest of the bike. Unfortunately for me, I don't use Look style pedals anymore so I have been searching for the best SPD and 'regular' shoes since then. I can tell you a lot of brands I don't like but I have not found anything that is really comfortable for day/week long rides. Thoughts? Best Regards, john busteed http://www.google.com/profiles/jbusteed -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Tires for Gravel
I have been using 38mm Maxxis Overdrive tires on my touring bike for several years. Bought them to ride the sandy/gravel roads of the UP. They do well on gravel and no flats ever. They do not however provide a soft ride. After reading many opinions think I will try some Paselas non TG. Steve Hemmelgarn --- On Thu, 6/25/09, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote: From: Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com Subject: [RBW] Re: Tires for Gravel To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Date: Thursday, June 25, 2009, 8:34 PM On Thu, 2009-06-25 at 17:26 -0700, Bruce wrote: CdVs at about 50 psi? In other words, you are suggesting a 650B conversion? In that case, why not go all the way: Hetres. 42mm of pure gravel road bliss! --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
