You'd be better off to eat more than a little fruit.maybe a
medium amount. I think sometimes just taking a break and having a meal
is perfect. I mean if your goal is (just) to get somewhere, take a
break. If you are training for some kind of event I guess you have to
eat on the ride but I
Tom,
Sorry, the front fork has no mid-fork eyelets. There are eyelets in
the back, that I have used to secure a Nitto large rear rack.
Steve
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Hi all,
Sorry about this, forgot to upload pics with the ad. Here they are:
http://imgur.com/a/exuQT
Thanks,
Steve
On Aug 14, 8:36 pm, steve wardbr...@hotmail.com wrote:
This is the old-style Quickbeam, in excellent condition. Components:
--Brooks leather saddle
--White Industries
I stopped at RBWHQ on a road trip with the family in April and rode a Sam
and AHH back to back. Intentionally comparing the 2... I'd been eyeing them
online and was somewhat stumped/ perplexed by the claim of the Sam as the
poor-man's Homer. Why shell out the extra dough if it's just a more
Homer has cooler looking lugs IMO as well
On Tue, Aug 16, 2011 at 8:47 PM, Seattle Smitty 54ca...@gmail.com wrote:
On top of the handling I think the Homer is a prettier bike.
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Marks' sold too.
Thanks!
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On Aug 17, 2011, at 1:16 AM, charlie wrote:
Actually, I suppose Grok nibbled on nuts and berries along the way
too.
Grok probably ate everything he could get his hands on whenever it was
available, his food supply being unpredictable. That's why agriculture
developed.
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The top tube on the Homer is not level BTW, there is a slight slope to it.
The Homer uses heat treated tubing, so slightly better strength wise. Not
that it makes much difference.
On the Sam you can get the double top tube, if that's your thang!
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Hugh - I was also going to offer a test ride on my Bleriotbut my saddle height is 70 cm, though I'm just 5'3 (maybe, I've been shrinking in height in my 60's). The Bleriot is a 53 cm model. However, I can say this: I never had a test ride on the Bleriot before I ordered it. And it's a
Hey - I live in the DC area and I'm (relatively) friendly.
Hugh - Your 5'4 wife can come up to Rockville and take a long ride on
my 5'2 wife's 52cm Betty. She has Noodle bars. email me off-list
for contact info.
Ed Ann (aka Bomba Betty)
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Hunq'a owners -- I could use some advice:
I have a Hunqapillar frame new in the box. It has been there for
months. also have a box full of nice parts, some new from Rivendell,
some NOS/Vintage. I had planned to make it a bullmouse'd mtb with
thumbshifters, touring triple and the fat Schwalbe
You're joking right?
This is probably as good time as any to come clean. I'd been skeptical of
the Riv ride for a while. Not that it wasn't great, I fully believed it
was, but I didn't think that it was a level above other good comparable
bikes one could get new and used for half or less the
This is a really personal question, i assume there are no real world
problems that are prompting you to ask this question (you need to
money for life things).
If you've never owned a Rivendell, always wanted to own a Rivendell,
and now have a Rivendell, then you should ride a Rivendell. There is
I think you are right. If you are doing long distances, your body wants
calories and it will look towards anything for those calories, even starchy
carbohydrates. I think starchy carbohydrates are appropiate in this
instance because your body insulin may go up, but the sugar in the blood is
Hi Zack,
I'm interested in the campee. I understand that there are different sizes,
will that one fit 650b? And do you happen to have a photo with parts?
I have a 48 Sam Hillborne that is just chomping at the bit to go bike
camping.
Thanks!
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Did you flip the pictures, or did you set it up left hand drive somehow?
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Sorry about this, forgot to upload pics with the ad. Here they are:
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Thanks,
Steve
On Aug 14, 8:36 pm, steve
That's a tough call, especially coming from someone who could probably fit
your frame, and might be talked into buying it. So, with that caveat:
There's something that has prevented you from unpacking that box, and now
has you here. Most likely it's a money-to-need ratio that isn't settling
I think I probably rode the same 2 bikes when I visited RBWHQ last
Fall... (I think the AHH I rode belonged to Keven?) I liked them
both, but the Hilsen felt more refined, and for me won hands down for
looks... Now, later at Riv Rally East I rode the Hillborne, and
absolutely loved the way it
I don't usually contribute to this group. Most often just cruising the
pages to pick up little bits of knowledge r/t parts, rides, s24o etc.
Great place for it. Obviously a lot of experienced riders, not to
mention a noticeable feeling of community in these pages. Do you need
this hunqapillar
Sold. Thank you.
On Tue, Aug 16, 2011 at 2:03 PM, Curtis Schmitt curtisrschm...@gmail.comwrote:
I no longer palp a large saddlebag, so this support is no longer needed. It
is the best support I've used. One thing to note is that the rubber insert
it comes with has disintegrated so if you
Everyone needs at least one Rivendell.
Ryan
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Hunq'a owners -- I could use some advice:
I have a Hunqapillar frame new in the box. It has been there for
months. also have a box full of nice parts, some new from Rivendell,
some NOS/Vintage. I
Yeah, I'm in the build it and ride it camp. You'll never know how you
like it on your roads and trails until you do. And you have very little to
loose. Bet you keep it!
Steve
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For sale is a tan lil loafer. $80 shipped.
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Howdy, I sent you an email. Rick.
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For sale is a tan lil loafer. $80 shipped.
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Figure I might as well ask:
If anyone has a set of Jitensha or Ahearne bars they want to part
with, let me know.
I might be of a mind to buy them.
thanks
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Ok so just over 500 miles in 9 days with multiple 60 to 70 mile rides 5
days. I had the hardest time before the ride deciding what bike to take.
The AHH or the Bombadil. (I know tough choice) But in the end I figured it
was more touring speed and the 700x50's might just add something to
Thanks, everyone for the input. The delay in building it up was
mostly related to a long house move, cold winter, general laziness and
a twinge of buyer's remorse. Also, the Capricorn is the first bike
that is actually comfortable for me so that need to try yet another
bike had subsided a bit.
Grant,
Thank you for summarizing the approach so well.
Robert,
Thanks for the additional feedback and details.
My question is... why does my body feel so beat up, tired and drained after
several days of longer or continous rides? I do get the eating cravings
after a hard for me ride sometimes,
Aah, *there's* your trouble. I'd never heard of Capricorn, so finally got
around to Googling them. Him, actually. Judging from the NAHBS pics, and
your description of how well yours fits, I can see why the Hunqapillar seems
a tad superfluous. Do you *need* a one? Probably not. Want? That's
Yeah, a couple times I was thinking what's this Capricorn he keeps talking
about -- so now I looked. Haha. I feel totally sand bagged.
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Great report, Kelly -- thanks. And congrats on the new Quickbeam. --
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On Aug 17, 2011, at 5:02 PM, René Sterental wrote:
Grant,
Thank you for summarizing the approach so well.
Robert,
Thanks for the additional feedback and details.
My question is... why does my body feel so beat up, tired and drained after
several days of longer or continous
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Fantastic report, Kelly. You sure know how to travel in style. That
looks like a perfect trip to me.
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Well I couldn't wait so I put it together .. first build and it will change
I'm sure. Went from an 18 rear to a 17 and wish I had gone 16... we'll
see. Felt nice and light especially after riding the Bombadil for a week.
So far so good.. Looking forward to throwing some miles on it... I
On Aug 17, 11:19 am, rcnute rcn...@hotmail.com wrote:
Everyone needs at least one Rivendell.
Ryan
Exactly! I say build it and ride it. Go bike camping on it, seems like
a great bike for that.
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Quickbeams are special bikes. I miss mine (eying Steve's 60cm with unpure
thoughts...). Glad you found one of the rare big numbered ones!
On Wed, Aug 17, 2011 at 5:25 PM, Kelly Sleeper tkslee...@gmail.com wrote:
Well I couldn't wait so I put it together .. first build and it will change
I'm
JuSt a note .. My wife just rode 500 miles on her 61cm Atlantis with medium
rear tweed bag loaded to the gills.
No shimmy even on high speed decents.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/6050516750/in/set-72157627330044903
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The circular rear looks like it might be an interesting concept, but the
seat tube to top tube interface looks weak, I'd be afraid of it breaking at
that joint, though if it's also welded to the circle-stays (for lack of a
better name), then it might be strong enough, but still looks suspect.
All of this depends on what your goals are and how you
train..I'm interested in losing body fat and could care less if
I win the local triathlon or whatever. There is no reason in my mind
to load up, eat while riding or recover utilizing starchy carbs. You
can get the same thing from
The Sam is finally here!
I have to say, it was well worth the wait. It is an absolute blast to ride.
The Dureme tires are so smooth. The bike feels totally stable at all
times, even when I am *cruising*.
More pics to follow, just wanted to get some up to share the joy of my first
On Wed, 2011-08-17 at 18:52 -0700, Zack wrote:
The Sam is finally here!
I have to say, it was well worth the wait. It is an absolute blast to
ride. The Dureme tires are so smooth. The bike feels totally stable
at all times, even when I am cruising.
Wow, I had no idea Riv even made
That color is FANTASTIC! Love the dark midnight blue with the white. Just
fan-tas-tic...
On Wed, Aug 17, 2011 at 7:11 PM, Zack zack...@gmail.com wrote:
it does end the big guy on a little bike thing for me, forever.
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I'm definitely interested in losing weight and couldn't really care how fast
I ride. I'm just unable at this time to sustain several days of riding for 2
hours each one and one day of rest doesn't seem to be enough. I'm not eating
during my rides and only drink water. Trying to follow the low carb
Kelly, great post on your latest tour.
Just to note, can you tell me what tires and what headset she's running on
her pretty red Atlantis? Next week I'm going to test the 40mm Duremes on the
Atlantis to see what differences I can find compared to the 50mm Supremes.
In a couple of weeks, when I
Kelly,
Super great report and great photos. Did you camp or did you sleep indoors?
I'm just wondering if you fit all you needed for camping on just the large
SaddleSack.
When I grow up I want to ride like you... :-)
René
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Rene
Shoreline West is an organized ride. They carry the gear then we camp.
Ride info here
http://www.lmb.org/index.php/Events/24th-annual-shoreline-west-bicycle-tour.html
So no, I didn't carry everything with this setup.
Kelly
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Beautiful bike and great setup. Love the bags!.
The paint is perfect!
Kelly
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Had this on my 59 bleriot, the moustache bars are wrapped in brown
cotton tape, Shimano brake levers, Shimano bar-ends. All the cables
are there, and the stem is I think 8cm. Email me offline if you want
pics or are interested. $150 shipped. I'll consider parting this
out, too.
Cheers,
Colin
Hi Colin,
I'm interested in the cockpit. Ive been wanting to build up a moustache /
short technomic combo for my Hillborne for some time.
I've really felt a 7cm would be better and Silver shifters vs. Shimano would
be preferable, but this might be a great way to make the thing happen for
few
The bag is making the bike look smaller!
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yuk!
wrong on multiple levels.
While I can actually grok that the circular
seat stay/chain stay/seat-tube support might flex.
it strikes me as contrived and over-thought.
I'll stick with triangles.
Marc
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Now it all makes sense... Great program!
On Wed, Aug 17, 2011 at 7:44 PM, Kelly Sleeper tkslee...@gmail.com wrote:
Rene
Shoreline West is an organized ride. They carry the gear then we camp.
Ride info here
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I sure think so, I think it's sharp.
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Minh
Chose stem length to give me same distance to hooks as brake hoods on noodles
and hooks on albatross.
Yet in doing so center of saddle to center handle bar at stem is 1 longer.
The bars are also an inch to 2 inches lowernthan other bikes.
Be interesting to see how it ends up.
Biggest
Congratulations!
On Wed, Aug 17, 2011 at 8:35 PM, Minh mgiangs...@gmail.com wrote:
Wow, that is a really long stem on a moustache :)
On Aug 17, 8:41 pm, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote:
Quickbeams are special bikes. I miss mine (eying Steve's 60cm with
unpure
thoughts...).
Congratulations!!!
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I sure think so, I think it's sharp.
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Yikes.
Sorry, guys, I just can't go there.
Call me backward, fine, whatever.
I'd sure hate to have to try and straighten it after a crash.
(I'm just sayin'...)
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Congrats on the beautiful bike and welcome to the exclusive 68cm division of
the Pilots of the Quickbeam! Enjoy!
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