Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell-esq fat bike

[Zach Roeder]

I'm using a Shimano XTR M9125-1 with a Q of 174mm on my Rohloff Prospector 
(first generation). With short axle XTR SPD pedals, it feels like a 168mm q 
factor. I've tried several different cranks, and I think this is as narrow 
as you can go. And if you are a super strong rider, maybe there's the 
possibility of the crank hitting the chainstays?

Clearances are super tight everywhere with 26x4". I'm actually considering 
slightly wider q or smaller tires because I occasionally rub my legs on the 
tires on descents, and it hurts! I love how it pedals for long rides 
though. 
On Monday, December 26, 2022 at 1:33:19 AM UTC-5 Patrick Moore wrote:

> Thanks Laing and Hoch. Once again, confirmed that fatbike Q is more than I 
> care for.
>
>
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> On Thu, Dec 22, 2022 at 1:09 PM Hoch in ut  wrote:
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>> For reference, I built a Pugsley years ago with White Industries cranks 
>> and custom BB. The narrowest I could get the Q factor was 183mm. That is 
>> with about 2-3mm crank clearance. Much narrower than stock but definitely 
>> nowhere close to 160. 
>>
>> On Thursday, December 22, 2022 at 10:48:43 AM UTC-7 Patrick Moore wrote:
>>
>>> Thanks, Bob. Others: If any of youse have this information, would be 
>>> very glad to hear it. Thanks.
>>>
>>> On Tue, Dec 20, 2022 at 2:33 PM Bob  wrote:
>>>
 Patrick,

 I do not, sorry to say. Would like to have those data myself. Anyone 
 here have a Prospector, a caliper, and a few minutes to take measurements?

 --
 Bob

 On Tuesday, December 20, 2022 at 1:17:49 PM UTC-7 Patrick Moore wrote:

> Bob: Do you know how low a Q you can get on the Prospector, Scapegoat, 
> Chimera and Bull Thistle, particularly with a single speed drivetrain (if 
> any accept a ss drivetrain)? I've stayed away from Pugsleys etc because 
> of 
> the Q but if one can be built as a ss with a Q of no more than 160 I'd be 
> very interested for our local sandy trails. As it is, I've been thinking 
> of 
> a 29er+ replacement for my Monocog 29er on which the rear 71 mm WTB 
> ranger 
> rubs the stays in corners but fat would be even better if the Q could be 
> sorted. 
>
> Thanks.
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[RBW] Re: Seen on My instagram: 700x55 Compass slicks

[Zach Roeder]

I kinda doubt his views have changed on what is optimal for his style of 
riding, but I know that some folks on the internet have been asking for this 
tire. Also, check out how many different 700c sizes are available. Maybe he 
wants folks to be able to run the fattest supple rubber they can squeeze into 
their less-than-optimal frames. All speculation of course!

It definitely is a funny size. Too big for most monstercross frames (assuming 
the tire measures true to size), kinda small for a 29er.  I see folks around 
here bringing 29ers for gravel rides, so maybe that’s the target audience? In 
the Riv world, pretty exciting for the Hunq and maybe the Atlantis and Joe. 
Definitely superniche. 

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[RBW] Re: Front rack w/ basket and panniers

[Zach Roeder]

My Nitto 34F has carried more than 50lbs on occasion with no noticable flex. 
I'm not saying that you should exceed the max weight rating, but I think it is 
conservative.

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[RBW] Re: Best advice for securing bikes in a garage

[Zach Roeder]

If I had a garage in Oakland, I'd do exactly this.  In fact, I'd probably 
install a staple rack in my garage since I only use my garage for bike 
storage.

I'd also put privacy plastic over any windows.

Also, I agree with what Surlyprof and Shoji have said about insurance since 
a determined thief can steal anything. If you can't get satisfactory 
coverage from your homeowner's policy, you can purchase an additional 
policy for bikes.  Markel Insurance offers this, but in the past I've found 
their policy too expensive.

Good luck & congrats!


On Monday, April 4, 2016 at 9:29:31 PM UTC-4, Kurt Manley wrote:
>
> Congrats on the new house. As a fellow Oaklander who knows the area you 
> are at high risk. I have been thinking about trying to buy a house in the 
> same area and have given it some thought. 
>
> I would not depend on anything bolted to the studs or any wood for that 
> matter. I'd go into the concrete floor. You can rent a rotary hammer drill 
> and do this quite easily. Then use some expanding studs to mount some 
> anchors. Smash the tops of the threaded rods and use a glob of jb weld when 
> you're done to prevent them from being unbolted. This is how they mount all 
> of the U shaped bike lock poles around the city. Then I'd u lock right to 
> that. 
>
> You could use these to anchor a recessed or folding eyelet.
>
>
> http://www.homedepot.com/p/Red-Head-3-8-in-x-3-3-4-in-Zinc-Plated-Steel-Hex-Nut-Head-Concrete-Wedge-Anchors-50-Pack-11270/100182728
>
>
> None of this is to say I don't think the other ideas are good, they'd be 
> more than fine most places but it's east Oakland...You need a little 
> extra here.
>
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> On Sunday, April 3, 2016 at 8:31:58 PM UTC-7, Justin August wrote:
>>
>> Hey folks-
>> Assuming everything goes according to plan I'm entering the wild world of 
>> home ownership at the end of this month! Our bungalow in East Oakland has a 
>> detached 1 car garage where he bikes will probably live. I'm wondering the 
>> best way to secure them. The garage only has a car door, no man door. 
>>
>> Any suggestions would be welcomed. 
>>
>> Bikes:
>> Saluki (mine)
>> Betty Foy (wife's)
>>
>> -Justin
>>
>>

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