[RBW] Re: Fenders/Tires for Rom
I've owned two Rivendells: a Romulus, and my current AHH. They're both good road bikes you can ride all week on any paved road, and most dirt ones. The only differences I can detect are more clearance and more braze-ons for the AHH. I can't vouch for the Romulus hitting a limit on tours I don't do, but for most daily riding conditions, I can't see the AHH guy hitting the road while Mr. Romulus sits home sulking because his bike let him down. As far as handling differences..I doubt it. I went from the Romulus to Recumbent World for a few years, so I can't say I have a direct memory of the Romulus' ride, but the AHH felt dang familiar when I hopped on it. I think it's safe to say they both ride like a Rivendell road bike. In other words..GREAT. -- 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/-/e_5c5Icf4O4J. 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] Re: Fenders/Tires for Rom
On Jan 5, 12:12 am, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: On 1/4/12, Esteban kemm...@gmail.com wrote: Ride the Romulus as the classic road bike it is. This may be just a question of semantics, but I have always thought of the Ramboulliet/Romulus as a type of sports tourer bike. Keep in mind I have never owned or ridden a Ram, but I do own a Heron Road I have ridden for years and more recently acquired a Waterford 1250, both of which are generally similar bikes to the Ram/Rom in my mind, and the type of bike I prefer for my on-road recreational use. (I'm not going anywhere too fast anyhow, so I might as well be more comfortable.) I run 28s without fenders on both bikes, but I may give 32s a try next time tires are needed. I am not trying to be argumentative, just would like some clarification on the terminology from some of you more knowledgeable folks. Is a classic road bike close to the same thing, or is sports tourer or light touring bike just some marketing mumbo jumbo? PS - I would love it if Grant/Riv would paint some Rodeo frames in the original Ram orange and badge and decal them as Ramboulliet 2s. I'd probably sell every bike I've got to buy one of those. -- 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: Fenders/Tires for Rom
I own a Heron Road and a Rambouillet (and coincidently owned a Waterford 1250). The Heron Road and 1250 were pretty similar--the Heron is a bit stiffer-tubed and sportier but they have about the same fender clearance. (i.e., not much). The Rambouillet is a touch longer and slightly less sporty and uses longer reach brakes so has room for fatter tires and fenders. Steve On Fri, Jan 6, 2012 at 11:49 AM, Bill Carter billcar...@gmail.com wrote: On Jan 5, 12:12 am, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: On 1/4/12, Esteban kemm...@gmail.com wrote: Ride the Romulus as the classic road bike it is. This may be just a question of semantics, but I have always thought of the Ramboulliet/Romulus as a type of sports tourer bike. Keep in mind I have never owned or ridden a Ram, but I do own a Heron Road I have ridden for years and more recently acquired a Waterford 1250, both of which are generally similar bikes to the Ram/Rom in my mind, and the type of bike I prefer for my on-road recreational use. (I'm not going anywhere too fast anyhow, so I might as well be more comfortable.) I run 28s without fenders on both bikes, but I may give 32s a try next time tires are needed. I am not trying to be argumentative, just would like some clarification on the terminology from some of you more knowledgeable folks. Is a classic road bike close to the same thing, or is sports tourer or light touring bike just some marketing mumbo jumbo? PS - I would love it if Grant/Riv would paint some Rodeo frames in the original Ram orange and badge and decal them as Ramboulliet 2s. I'd probably sell every bike I've got to buy one of those. -- 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.
[RBW] Re: Fenders/Tires for Rom
I should probably add that I think the Roadeo (which I misspelled in my previous post) is a great looking bike also, I just think the name is a little too punning and cutesy. (A minor complaint at best.) On Jan 6, 11:49 am, Bill Carter billcar...@gmail.com wrote: On Jan 5, 12:12 am, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: On 1/4/12, Esteban kemm...@gmail.com wrote: Ride the Romulus as the classic road bike it is. This may be just a question of semantics, but I have always thought of the Ramboulliet/Romulus as a type of sports tourer bike. Keep in mind I have never owned or ridden a Ram, but I do own a Heron Road I have ridden for years and more recently acquired a Waterford 1250, both of which are generally similar bikes to the Ram/Rom in my mind, and the type of bike I prefer for my on-road recreational use. (I'm not going anywhere too fast anyhow, so I might as well be more comfortable.) I run 28s without fenders on both bikes, but I may give 32s a try next time tires are needed. I am not trying to be argumentative, just would like some clarification on the terminology from some of you more knowledgeable folks. Is a classic road bike close to the same thing, or is sports tourer or light touring bike just some marketing mumbo jumbo? PS - I would love it if Grant/Riv would paint some Rodeo frames in the original Ram orange and badge and decal them as Ramboulliet 2s. I'd probably sell every bike I've got to buy one of those. -- 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] Re: Fenders/Tires for Rom
In my opinion, a classic road bike has shorter chainstays and lower bars (circa the '80s) than a Ram/Rom/AHH. The latter to me is more of a sport tourer, which would be a classic road bike stretched a bit, with a higher headtube. In my mind, the full-on touring line is drawn at beefier frame tubes and cantilever brakes. -- 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/-/imNmAAgV_sYJ. 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] Re: Fenders/Tires for Rom
I don't think I'd want to change the brake just to get .2mm of additional tire under a fender. This bike already rides nicely. What I would want to do is squeeze every bit of comfort possible out of it for long rides without affecting its performance and generally sporty nature as I bought this precisely because I found my Sam sluggish for unladen or lightly-laden duty. I have no desire to turn the Rom into a Sam and even if I were to hang the Sam's parts on an A.H.H. I would build it up with an eye towards comfort and carrying saddle bags, etc. If I'm limited to a very smooth supple 28 tire on the Rom for sportier riding that's going to be just fine. On Jan 6, 10:27 am, Joe Bernard joerem...@gmail.com wrote: In my opinion, a classic road bike has shorter chainstays and lower bars (circa the '80s) than a Ram/Rom/AHH. The latter to me is more of a sport tourer, which would be a classic road bike stretched a bit, with a higher headtube. In my mind, the full-on touring line is drawn at beefier frame tubes and cantilever brakes. -- 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: Fenders/Tires for Rom
On Fri, Jan 6, 2012 at 2:36 PM, Darin G. dbg...@mac.com wrote: I don't think I'd want to change the brake just to get .2mm of additional tire under a fender. This bike already rides nicely. What I would want to do is squeeze every bit of comfort possible out of it for long rides without affecting its performance and generally sporty nature as I bought this precisely because I found my Sam sluggish for unladen or lightly-laden duty. I have no desire to turn the Rom into a Sam and even if I were to hang the Sam's parts on an A.H.H. I would build it up with an eye towards comfort and carrying saddle bags, etc. If I'm limited to a very smooth supple 28 tire on the Rom for sportier riding that's going to be just fine. Darin, 1. You can get the cypres under there, no problem. no change in brakes: 2. As Manny would say: Pictures prove it: http://www.flickr.com/photos/skvidal/tags/romulus/ -sv -- 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] Re: Fenders/Tires for Rom
Hard to argue with, I agree. I'm going to ride over to my LBS this afternoon--they've got a Rom with fenders and some GB Cypress tires mounted on wheels and we'll take a look at it. D.G. On Jan 6, 1:40 pm, Seth Vidal skvi...@gmail.com wrote: On Fri, Jan 6, 2012 at 2:36 PM, Darin G. dbg...@mac.com wrote: I don't think I'd want to change the brake just to get .2mm of additional tire under a fender. This bike already rides nicely. What I would want to do is squeeze every bit of comfort possible out of it for long rides without affecting its performance and generally sporty nature as I bought this precisely because I found my Sam sluggish for unladen or lightly-laden duty. I have no desire to turn the Rom into a Sam and even if I were to hang the Sam's parts on an A.H.H. I would build it up with an eye towards comfort and carrying saddle bags, etc. If I'm limited to a very smooth supple 28 tire on the Rom for sportier riding that's going to be just fine. Darin, 1. You can get the cypres under there, no problem. no change in brakes: 2. As Manny would say: Pictures prove it:http://www.flickr.com/photos/skvidal/tags/romulus/ -sv -- 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] Re: Fenders/Tires for Rom
I will second both of Etaban's posts. The Ram/Rom was designed as a road bike. They are great brevit bikes but the design point is definitely 28mm fenders and that is where the bike will give you its best. I'm sure I could run 30s under my Honjo fenders, but don't think 28 to 30 or to drive the choice. michael -- 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/-/-kVRizmOLwsJ. 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] Re: Fenders/Tires for Rom
I have a Ram with 33mm Jack Browns and 45mm VO stainless fenders. A bit of a pain on the install (a couple hours on install, some dremel work and tweaking) but fits well. I did get the Silver brakes for additional muscle (rather than room) and this probably makes a difference. My $.02 is you can get 32/33 tires under you w/Ram/Rom as long as you go long reach brakes, are patient and have faith that it will all work. Lastly the VO fenders are a great look w/Riv but their stays (at least w/the single eyelet bolts) rattle like hell out of the box. I ended up wrapping the eyelet bolts with the same hemp twine Riv sells for the handlebar wrap. This also keeps the fender stable by keeping it from shifting/twisting as you go over bumps. Much better results after this last touch. Bruce On Jan 5, 4:38 am, Michael Hechmer mhech...@gmail.com wrote: I will second both of Etaban's posts. The Ram/Rom was designed as a road bike. They are great brevit bikes but the design point is definitely 28mm fenders and that is where the bike will give you its best. I'm sure I could run 30s under my Honjo fenders, but don't think 28 to 30 or to drive the choice. michael -- 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: Fenders/Tires for Rom
On Tue, Jan 3, 2012 at 1:16 PM, Leslie leslie.bri...@gmail.com wrote: I've got VO 45 aluminum fenders on my Ram; I started out w/ 32 Paselas but was having rubbing, especially under the fork, switched down to RuffyTuffys (28s). Through glass cuts in sidewalls, ended up putting a Pasela back on under the rear. That's how I'm currently riding, 32 in rear, 28 in front. It's close, but no rubbing. I haven't tried SKS fenders, don't know how they'd do differently... They don't have the extra material on the lip of the fender. so the place where most of the rubbing occurs for me w/metal fenders doesn't exist on the plastic fenders. -sv -- 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: Fenders/Tires for Rom
On Tue, Jan 3, 2012 at 3:41 PM, Esteban kemm...@gmail.com wrote: 28mm seems to be the practical limit with fenders on the Ram/Rom. I promise I'm not making it up. :) http://www.flickr.com/photos/skvidal/6318127027/ The grand bois cypres. SKS longboards. The front rim is a synergy the rear is a salsa delgado cross. -sv -- 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: Fenders/Tires for Rom
On Tue, Jan 3, 2012 at 2:50 PM, Joe Bernard joerem...@gmail.com wrote: I ran SKS35s with 28 Ruffy Tuffys. There's know way you're gonna get 32s on the front with the stock Shimano brakes. Are the longboards wider, then? B/c I don't have any problem with the shimanos. -sv -- 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] Re: Fenders/Tires for Rom
Trying this again because my earlier post didn't seem to go through, or something... I too am running GB Cypres on my Rom with VO fenders and it's working great; highly recommended. But I'm not sure why Esteban says that the Rom should be ridden as the classic road bike that it is. His points about other models from the time doing country bike, big clearance duty makes sense, and frankly I would love to throw down for an AHH and not fiddle with fitting bigger tires on the Rom. But if you look at the geometries of those two bikes, not to mention the certain similarities in the original literature about them being versatile road-ish bikes (or maybe it's not a Riv if it can't be described thus), the two don't seem so different, clearance aside. Am I wrong there? Not to diminish the centrality of clearance in everyone's thinking here, but if the difference is between a 35 on the AHH and a 32 on the Rom, does that warrant a new bike? Or, to reverse the question, what about the AHH makes it less of a brevet bike than the Rom aside from the fact that it *can* run bigger tires? Kolby On Jan 3, 2:51 pm, Seth Vidal skvi...@gmail.com wrote: On Tue, Jan 3, 2012 at 2:50 PM, Joe Bernard joerem...@gmail.com wrote: I ran SKS35s with 28 Ruffy Tuffys. There's know way you're gonna get 32s on the front with the stock Shimano brakes. Are the longboards wider, then? B/c I don't have any problem with the shimanos. -sv -- 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] Re: Fenders/Tires for Rom
The flyer indicates it can take up to a 35 with a fender,... http://cyclofiend.com/rbw/romulus/romflyer/03.html Maybe I need to consider a larger fender? On Jan 3, 1:41 pm, Esteban kemm...@gmail.com wrote: 28mm seems to be the practical limit with fenders on the Ram/Rom. On Jan 3, 11:50 am, Joe Bernard joerem...@gmail.com wrote: I ran SKS35s with 28 Ruffy Tuffys. There's know way you're gonna get 32s on the front with the stock Shimano brakes. -- 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] Re: Fenders/Tires for Rom
Not with the stock brakes. Just not gonna happen. I think the flyer is overly optimistic. SKS allow for more wiggle room than metal, maybe. But not much For me, the limitations worked with the design of the bicycle. While the Rom/Ram shines with 35s on mixed terrain rides, it was designed around those middle-reach brakes. It think the bike really shines with 28s. This was when the Atlantis was the Atlantis, and the Saluki was pulling country bike duty, and the Rom/Ram were versatileroad bikes. This was before all bikes did all things. So, I'd say if you want fat tires and fenders, spring for an AHH. Ride the Romulus as the classic road bike it is. On Jan 4, 8:02 pm, Darin G. dbg...@mac.com wrote: The flyer indicates it can take up to a 35 with a fender,... http://cyclofiend.com/rbw/romulus/romflyer/03.html Maybe I need to consider a larger fender? On Jan 3, 1:41 pm, Esteban kemm...@gmail.com wrote: 28mm seems to be the practical limit with fenders on the Ram/Rom. On Jan 3, 11:50 am, Joe Bernard joerem...@gmail.com wrote: I ran SKS35s with 28 Ruffy Tuffys. There's know way you're gonna get 32s on the front with the stock Shimano brakes. -- 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: Fenders/Tires for Rom
On 1/4/12, Esteban kemm...@gmail.com wrote: Not with the stock brakes. Just not gonna happen. I think the flyer is overly optimistic. SKS allow for more wiggle room than metal, maybe. But not much For me, the limitations worked with the design of the bicycle. While the Rom/Ram shines with 35s on mixed terrain rides, it was designed around those middle-reach brakes. It think the bike really shines with 28s. This was when the Atlantis was the Atlantis, and the Saluki was pulling country bike duty, and the Rom/Ram were versatileroad bikes. This was before all bikes did all things. So, I'd say if you want fat tires and fenders, spring for an AHH. Ride the Romulus as the classic road bike it is. On Jan 4, 8:02 pm, Darin G. dbg...@mac.com wrote: The flyer indicates it can take up to a 35 with a fender,... http://cyclofiend.com/rbw/romulus/romflyer/03.html Maybe I need to consider a larger fender? On Jan 3, 1:41 pm, Esteban kemm...@gmail.com wrote: 28mm seems to be the practical limit with fenders on the Ram/Rom. On Jan 3, 11:50 am, Joe Bernard joerem...@gmail.com wrote: I ran SKS35s with 28 Ruffy Tuffys. There's know way you're gonna get 32s on the front with the stock Shimano brakes. -- 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. -- Cheers, David Redlands, CA ** -- 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: Fenders/Tires for Rom
I ran 32 Paselas without fenders for some most-excellent trail riding, and 35s would've worked, too. But not with fenders. You'll inevitably face various versions of tire rub, and particle-trapping under the fork. I did do a bodge of cut SKS fenders over the 32s for a while: fenders in front and behind the fork and seatstay bridge, no fender material actually under either. It successfully kept some water off bike-and-body, but it wasn't pretty. Joe Bernard Vallejo, CA. -- 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/-/PXkJE7YTk7IJ. 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] Re: Fenders/Tires for Rom
What about the Grand Bois Cerf 28s? This is my go-fast bike but I'm thinking of doing my first 200k brevet this spring and think fenders would be a good idea. Just curious as to what will be the best fender/tire combo. Not looking to turn it into a fat tire tractor as my Sam takes care of that (although I am coming to view it as a place to store the parts that I ultimately will put on an AHH-- sigh). On Jan 4, 9:17 pm, Esteban kemm...@gmail.com wrote: Not with the stock brakes. Just not gonna happen. I think the flyer is overly optimistic. SKS allow for more wiggle room than metal, maybe. But not much For me, the limitations worked with the design of the bicycle. While the Rom/Ram shines with 35s on mixed terrain rides, it was designed around those middle-reach brakes. It think the bike really shines with 28s. This was when the Atlantis was the Atlantis, and the Saluki was pulling country bike duty, and the Rom/Ram were versatileroad bikes. This was before all bikes did all things. So, I'd say if you want fat tires and fenders, spring for an AHH. Ride the Romulus as the classic road bike it is. On Jan 4, 8:02 pm, Darin G. dbg...@mac.com wrote: The flyer indicates it can take up to a 35 with a fender,... http://cyclofiend.com/rbw/romulus/romflyer/03.html Maybe I need to consider a larger fender? On Jan 3, 1:41 pm, Esteban kemm...@gmail.com wrote: 28mm seems to be the practical limit with fenders on the Ram/Rom. On Jan 3, 11:50 am, Joe Bernard joerem...@gmail.com wrote: I ran SKS35s with 28 Ruffy Tuffys. There's know way you're gonna get 32s on the front with the stock Shimano brakes. -- 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] Re: Fenders/Tires for Rom
On a brevet I would choose the Challenge Parigi-Roubaix at 27mm. Plenty of comfort, and a damn fast tire. Maybe more quality control than the GB, although I haven't been paying attention to that discussion much (or any internet bikeyness for that matter) lately. Paselas work great, but the 28s can be a bit rigid. Especially with TG. I have 28mm Continental Ultra Sports on my Riv Road and those are surprisingly comfortable. I'd go with the Challenges, though. Those with the 45mm Honjos would give you plenty of clearance (I would guess), functionality, and style. Good luck on the randonee! On Jan 4, 9:45 pm, Darin G. dbg...@mac.com wrote: What about the Grand Bois Cerf 28s? This is my go-fast bike but I'm thinking of doing my first 200k brevet this spring and think fenders would be a good idea. Just curious as to what will be the best fender/tire combo. Not looking to turn it into a fat tire tractor as my Sam takes care of that (although I am coming to view it as a place to store the parts that I ultimately will put on an AHH-- sigh). On Jan 4, 9:17 pm, Esteban kemm...@gmail.com wrote: Not with the stock brakes. Just not gonna happen. I think the flyer is overly optimistic. SKS allow for more wiggle room than metal, maybe. But not much For me, the limitations worked with the design of the bicycle. While the Rom/Ram shines with 35s on mixed terrain rides, it was designed around those middle-reach brakes. It think the bike really shines with 28s. This was when the Atlantis was the Atlantis, and the Saluki was pulling country bike duty, and the Rom/Ram were versatileroad bikes. This was before all bikes did all things. So, I'd say if you want fat tires and fenders, spring for an AHH. Ride the Romulus as the classic road bike it is. On Jan 4, 8:02 pm, Darin G. dbg...@mac.com wrote: The flyer indicates it can take up to a 35 with a fender,... http://cyclofiend.com/rbw/romulus/romflyer/03.html Maybe I need to consider a larger fender? On Jan 3, 1:41 pm, Esteban kemm...@gmail.com wrote: 28mm seems to be the practical limit with fenders on the Ram/Rom. On Jan 3, 11:50 am, Joe Bernard joerem...@gmail.com wrote: I ran SKS35s with 28 Ruffy Tuffys. There's know way you're gonna get 32s on the front with the stock Shimano brakes. -- 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] Re: Fenders/Tires for Rom
I've got VO 45 aluminum fenders on my Ram; I started out w/ 32 Paselas but was having rubbing, especially under the fork, switched down to RuffyTuffys (28s). Through glass cuts in sidewalls, ended up putting a Pasela back on under the rear. That's how I'm currently riding, 32 in rear, 28 in front. It's close, but no rubbing. I haven't tried SKS fenders, don't know how they'd do differently... -- 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/-/k-hVa8dWKJ4J. 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] Re: Fenders/Tires for Rom
I ran SKS35s with 28 Ruffy Tuffys. There's know way you're gonna get 32s on the front with the stock Shimano brakes. -- 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/-/UzqKwBIWZXIJ. 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] Re: Fenders/Tires for Rom
28mm seems to be the practical limit with fenders on the Ram/Rom. On Jan 3, 11:50 am, Joe Bernard joerem...@gmail.com wrote: I ran SKS35s with 28 Ruffy Tuffys. There's know way you're gonna get 32s on the front with the stock Shimano brakes. -- 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.
