beautiful. enjoy.
On Sunday, August 18, 2013 12:43:46 AM UTC-4, Cecily Walker wrote:
I had very high expectations of this bike, and I'm happy to say that it
has met every one. It rides smoother -- and faster! -- than any other bike
I've ever owned. I smiled the whole way from the bike
Gorgeous build, enjoy the ride!
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I'd say those pictures show some steep-ness! What were you riding?
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Interesting about the insurance... Curious if you have a specific rider for
your bike(s) or just general homeowner coverage.
In glad you got it back and have that option. Its a tough call given the
one-of-a-kind nature of the bike. If you keep it the bike has even more
'story' behind it now,
Tony:
I just got my first generator hub, a SON. I looked, watched, listened and
lurked over every post about them and once I got the ball going I couldn't
justify choosing parts other than the ones I knew I wanted to use and I am
happy to have done so. No one I spoke to ever said next time I
First and last price drop: Now $49 shipped.
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This may also argue for using the less expensive hub on a commuter bike,
as folks often use stouter tires for commuting.
Maybe just dumb luck, but I have been commuting on wonderfully smooth
rolling Grand Bois Cypres (SON hub up front) now for 7 months with no
flats. If a commuter can afford
Hi All,
Last week I received the latest copy of Adventure Cycling's Cyclesource
equipment catalog. Flipping through the pages, I came across a photo of a
group of familiar riders. I immediately recognized them as our own Smitty
and Family. Turns out the photo was taken by non-other than our
I survived. Only got a few pics, mainly at rest stops. I could not h
ave done it with any other type of bike - or if I wasn't using flat pedals!
Musa shorts are amazingly comfy also.
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I'm hoping this materializes, and am going to make an effort to
participate. For me MSP makes it a probable, and SF is a maybe.
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I owned a SON on a previous bike (which I have since sold), and it was an
absolutely beautiful hub... It made me think If Phil Wood made a dynamo
hub, this would be it... But honestly I was hard-pressed to notice
whether it gave better performance than my Shimano or SRAM dyno-hubs.
Since then
On 08/18/2013 04:59 AM, ascpgh wrote:
Tony:
I just got my first generator hub, a SON. I looked,
watched, listened and lurked over every post about them and
once I got the ball going I couldn't justify choosing parts
Tony,
I have two of them (like everyone says Dynamo wheels multiply!), a older
SON28 and a SonDeluxe, i've not used the Shimano ones, but i'm inline with
your thinking, the Shimano offer great value, for most use-cases will do
what it needs to (i.e. provide power to the lights). The SON are
Tony! I rode pretty much this exact route yesterday, must've been chasing
each other! Build looks great, don't fret the component build, over time
it drifts towards perfection (whatever that is!)
On Sunday, August 18, 2013 12:51:38 AM UTC-4, Tony DeFilippo wrote:
Thanks Andy and Erl! Erl
1. Brooks B 68, in honey.
2. Commuting around town
3. Rivendell Betty Foy
I have found it to be true about the saddle position someone else mentioned
re: Brooks and women. Nose tipped up just a bit, but not much.
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Anybody tell me the recommended PBH range for a 56 cm Heron
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Bag is sold. Thanks!
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they are also much easier to sharpen
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Hey Tony. I've run the Ultegra level Shimano generator hub for 7-8 years and
it continues to work perfectly on my daily LHT commuter. A couple years ago I
put a SON hub on my Rambouillet and don't feel any difference. They're both
great and with efficient LEDs, I run with headlights all the
Congrats!! Beautiful bike. Those lugs are so nice.
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Price reduced 10%: now $585 + shipping. Last chance before I move it to PA
where it will stay. Local pickup in Chicago OK.
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Of course it's exciting and fun to receive that big box from Riv with a
frame/bike in it, but the real joy begins when you can actually straddle
the saddle and pedal around. Have fun... looking forward to pics of your
adventures around Vancouver.
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On Saturday, August 17, 2013
No question, you two girls were met to be! Can't wait to see more photos!
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I'm so happy for you! Ride it in good health!
On Sun, Aug 18, 2013 at 8:50 AM, LeahFoy jonasandle...@gmail.com wrote:
No question, you two girls were met to be! Can't wait to see more photos!
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Awesome! I love that ear-to-ear-grin of sheer delight. Enjoy riding with
wild abandon!
With abandon,
Patrick
On Saturday, August 17, 2013 10:43:46 PM UTC-6, Cecily Walker wrote:
I had very high expectations of this bike, and I'm happy to say that it
has met every one. It rides smoother --
Excellent write up and pics. Thanks for sharing.
Two years after getting married my wife and I did a 2-month hike on the PCT
(Mexico border to Mammoth). Our next big adventure was a one week bike tour
last month with our 2 kids (age 5 and 6). The part about communicating the
basic things...
Communi ... what? Grin.
With abandon,
Patrick
On Sunday, August 18, 2013 10:08:08 AM UTC-6, Andy Smitty Schmidt wrote:
Excellent write up and pics. Thanks for sharing.
Two years after getting married my wife and I did a 2-month hike on the
PCT (Mexico border to Mammoth). Our next big
I put a pair of Albas on the back of the tandem and Pat really likes them,
but complains that her hand prevents her from seeing the mirror. It is
mounted just behind the beginning of the curve and she tells me her hands
are maybe 2 from the ends. Have others encountered this problem? Where
Since the bars widen as they approach the seat, there may not be a way
around it other than lifting her arm to get a clear view. I don't use a
mirror though, so can't help much.
With abandon,
Patrick
On Sunday, August 18, 2013 10:21:20 AM UTC-6, Michael Hechmer wrote:
I put a pair of Albas
Greetings Earthlings
I'm raising $$$ for either a new Atlantis or Hunq frame. At some point
it's obvious that the Hillborne isn't either of those bike so I'll stop
trying to fit fenders over Dureme 50's on it and bring it back to it's
natural state.
So, I have the following for sale
-
They said the bike made them smile whenever they looked at it...
Now that's a great bike! We'll understand if you just keep riding for a
couple of days before getting around to posting photos.
dougP
On Saturday, August 17, 2013 9:43:46 PM UTC-7, Cecily Walker wrote:
I had very high
Platrack is sold
Everything else still available
Jason
On Sunday, August 18, 2013 12:40:35 PM UTC-4, jandrews_nyc wrote:
Greetings Earthlings
I'm raising $$$ for either a new Atlantis or Hunq frame. At some point
it's obvious that the Hillborne isn't either of those bike so I'll stop
Will take the big front rack!
Thanks,
Chris
n Sunday, August 18, 2013 10:29:10 AM UTC-7, jandrews_nyc wrote:
Platrack is sold
Everything else still available
Jason
On Sunday, August 18, 2013 12:40:35 PM UTC-4, jandrews_nyc wrote:
Greetings Earthlings
I'm raising $$$ for
Fabulous to have one more smilin' Riv Chica on the road! You and Betty
look great. And just don't be bothered with thinking how slow or fast you
are as compared to others; just think about it when you yourself wanna be
slow or fast!. Just ride.
-Riv Chica Warrior
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Maybe I should one on each of my dogs!
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Both Racks sold!
both bars and the Rawland still available
I also have a practically unused White Industries VBC Mountain crankset
with 44/28 rings in black color with silver crank arms 170mm.
$250
On Sunday, August 18, 2013 1:35:44 PM UTC-4, Chris Halasz wrote:
Will take the big front rack!
Success!!!
On 8/18/13, NWAJack nwaj...@gmail.com wrote:
I survived. Only got a few pics, mainly at rest stops. I could not h
ave done it with any other type of bike - or if I wasn't using flat pedals!
Musa shorts are amazingly comfy also.
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Anyone have a recommendation for a decent, non fancy camera for rides?
Preferably one that fits in one of the front pockets of a acorn handlebar bag.
Thanks!
Jack in Arkansas
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Semi-fancy, but a great
camera:http://www.amazon.com/Panasonic-DMC-LX7K-Digital-Intelligent-3-0-inch/dp/B008MB719C
Warehouse sale on one right now for $300:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B008MB719C/ref=dp_olp_used?ie=UTF8condition=used
Fast lens, extra-wide angle, metal body. Only
Andy - No one I spoke to ever said next time I will get the i*nsert
generator hub name here* instead of the Schmidt. How true! I
certainly haven't heard this from anyone either
Minh - I may have to take you up on that offer! As close as we are, and
riding the same paths I think we need to do
Now you're really in my comfort zone, photography is my first passion...
as I'm used to using a larger SLR camera and having the benefits of
interchangeable lenses I wanted to retain that in a smaller camera. Good
news is there are bunch of small, interchangeable lens camera systems out
Congratulations! Looking forward to pictures!
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Right on! I look forward to the war stories and photos.
With abandon,
Patrick
On Sunday, August 18, 2013 7:29:25 AM UTC-6, NWAJack wrote:
I survived. Only got a few pics, mainly at rest stops. I could not h
ave done it with any other type of bike - or if I wasn't using flat
pedals! Musa
We call 'um danger butt. Though when possible, we mount them to the bike
rather than the kid.
With abandon,
Patrick
On Sunday, August 18, 2013 1:29:10 PM UTC-6, Robert Barr wrote:
Leah, I will second that. Bob (Indianapolis)
On Sun, Aug 18, 2013 at 1:48 PM, Liesl li...@smm.org
I can't even count how many times people laugh at us as we go by...
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On Aug 18, 2013, at 1:12 PM, Deacon Patrick lamontg...@mac.com wrote:
We call 'um danger butt. Though when possible, we mount them to the bike
rather than the kid.
With abandon,
Patrick
On Sunday,
Better they laugh at you than not see you! Why would anyone laugh at
visibility enhancement? On kids? Amazing.
With abandon,
Patrick
On Sunday, August 18, 2013 2:30:11 PM UTC-6, LeahFoy wrote:
I can't even count how many times people laugh at us as we go by...
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Ive had good experience with a Canon SD1000. Carries in a cell phone case and
is easy to pull out and use while moving
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The Panasonic is indeed a nice camera (I have a Lumix LX-2). The biggest
downside for me is that lens cap--using the camera involves 1) extracting it
from the pocket or bag, 2) fiddling one-handed with the lens cap, which then
dangles around, 3) turning it on, 4) taking the photo, and 5) steps
I am contemplating a second rear wheel for my '03 Curt Custom, a fixed gear
bike, and I am thinking that, instead of all the nastiness involved with a
derailleur drivetrain, a simple hub gear might be very nice.
The gaps of the AW are so hugely absurd that it doesn't make sense, for me
at any
Minh,
That's really funny, we'll have to plan and ride the route together
sometime soon!
Today's ride up'ed the mileage to around 30m with a rainy trip to Mount
Vernon along the appropriately named Mount Vernon Trail. This is my third
attempt in this ride and the first time I made it up the
I have one of these
http://www.amazon.com/PANASONIC-Camera-MagicFiber-Microfiber-Cleaning/dp/B009K4QYWU
Works good, but increases the bulk of the camera a bit.
On 8/18/13, Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com wrote:
The Panasonic is indeed a nice camera (I have a Lumix LX-2). The biggest
downside
Proof that Manny can get me out on a ride even if it's raining
http://www.flickr.com/photos/mannyacosta/6890720948/in/faves-45758191@N04/
On Sunday, August 18, 2013 8:25:40 AM UTC-7, LeahFoy wrote:
http://m.flickr.com/#/photos/daytondogg/9474630489/in/set-72157634623989172/
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Proof that Manny doesn't mind having me in the frame with his favorite Mt
Diablo tree
http://www.flickr.com/photos/mannyacosta/7219297968/in/faves-45758191@N04/
On Sunday, August 18, 2013 8:25:40 AM UTC-7, LeahFoy wrote:
Well...they are kinda goofy kids. ;)
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on the 401 in Crested Butte. don't want any rear end collisions. ;)
http://web.stagram.com/p/480633426258086239_2054785
-Jay B
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On 08/18/2013 05:03 PM, Eric Norris wrote:
he Panasonic is indeed a nice camera (I have a Lumix LX-2). The biggest
downside for me is that lens cap--using the camera involves 1) extracting it
from the pocket or bag, 2) fiddling one-handed with the lens cap, which then
dangles around, 3)
Our danger butts came in handy in well shadowed deep forest single track
when I was descending behind my daughter and she was going a bit slower
than other riders on the Monarch Crest. No rear ending on blind corners
happened.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/32311885@N07/9295755568/
and
yee haw, good job
On Sunday, August 18, 2013 8:29:25 AM UTC-5, NWAJack wrote:
I survived. Only got a few pics, mainly at rest stops. I could not h
ave done it with any other type of bike - or if I wasn't using flat
pedals! Musa shorts are amazingly comfy also.
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That's a great idea. I'll look into that.
Eric N
www.CampyOnly.com
CampyOnlyGuy.blogspot.com
Twitter: @CampyOnlyGuy
On Aug 18, 2013, at 3:38 PM, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote:
On 08/18/2013 05:03 PM, Eric Norris wrote:
he Panasonic is indeed a nice camera (I have a Lumix LX-2). The
Congrats Jack!
I hope your planning and gleaned insight set you up well for the ride. Have
to say that after riding in your parts to prepare, you had to be more
soundly trained for the rigors than some. Looking forward to seeing your
pics.
Andy Cheatham
Pittsburgh
On Sunday, August 18,
Bin the AW idea, try a clubmans hub, the AM, you can get a reconditioned
one here.
Will fit inside a AW shell iirc, check with oldbike trader.
I have purchased lots of refit bits from him, good service.
http://oldbiketrader.co.uk/display_Sturmey_Archer.php?options=internalhubparts
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The Panasonic LX series are very nice. My problem when I had an LX3 was
the mode dial turned too easily. Had a lot of photos taken during the trip
to San Diego not come out well
Right now my go-to point and shoot is one of these -
Jack:
I'm a Canon Elph-series sucker. I like the format of the controls, others
have partially copied them and netted a confusing interface (by my
measure). Mine is small, fast, has a quality lens and a 3x optical, and up
to 12x via electronic zoom. Size of a pack of cigarettes. My current one
Tony:
How about an intermediate, single plug, connector above the SON dual clips?
Andy Cheatham
Pittsburgh, PA
On Sunday, August 18, 2013 3:13:06 PM UTC-4, Tony DeFilippo wrote:
Andy - No one I spoke to ever said next time I will get the i*nsert
generator hub name here* instead of the
Patrick:
I have a late 80s UJB that I converted to a 3 speed, with the same gearing
thought as you. 78, 59 39 gears or something close.I don't notice any
significant drag in top gear.
dougP
On Sunday, August 18, 2013 2:07:32 PM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote:
I am contemplating a second
Hey group, Just throwing it out there. Seeing if anyone has a 64cm Atlantis
theyre looking to sell or perhaps trade for a 61cm that I currently own.
Thanks. ~Mikw
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I like those triangles.
But I feel safer with a reflective vest.
Level of reflective strips and bright colors are up higher, surface area
bigger, and people in front as well as back can see it.
I don't know if a vest is better for safety or not. I just feel more
comfortable with a vest.
Of
Tony?
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On Aug 18, 2013, at 4:38 PM, Michael Williams mkernanwilli...@gmail.com wrote:
Hey group, Just throwing it out there. Seeing if anyone has a 64cm
Atlantis theyre looking to sell or perhaps trade for a 61cm that I currently
own. Thanks. ~Mikw
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Conspicuity is like security. If in doubt, add more. Vest or triangle?
BOTH!
On Sunday, August 18, 2013 4:45:45 PM UTC-7, Michael wrote:
I like those triangles.
But I feel safer with a reflective vest.
Level of reflective strips and bright colors are up higher, surface area
bigger, and
I was able to move a work visit to the SF Bay Area to coincide with Manny's
Birthday Ride, so I was able to partake of the powdery-dirt, dead-grass
kind of riding they do around here. We had a blast, someone broke a spoke,
and I only know about one flat.
We rode up from the San Leandro BART
The most simple camera of all is a Smartphone ! Only a few settings to
deal with, and it's always on. Quality depends on the camera of course. I
use a Droid Razr Maxx HD, and they photos are perfectly fine . Battery life
will run circles , days around any point and shoot .
*This coming from
two years ago when my daughter was big enough to ride a full-sized bike, I
bought her a Nexus 8- speed city bike. We replaced the 800-g city tires
with panasports 28mm and made it pretty quick. I give her gears to climb
the hills around here, by changing her chainring from 44T to 42T and
Happy birthday Manny! May your next year have less pre-cheese stoppage,
whatever that is. Grin.
With abandon,
Patrick
On Sunday, August 18, 2013 6:11:28 PM UTC-6, Christopher Chen wrote:
I was able to move a work visit to the SF Bay Area to coincide with
Manny's Birthday Ride, so I was able
Hi Charles,
Congrats on the new Sam! I'm barely 5'2 and have, for 2 years, looked for
a used Riv or good Riv-ish style bike in a 45 or 47. I never found a used
one, but I'm sure there a a few out there that I missed. I think we're a
pretty small market...uh, no pun intended. After my 47 AHH
Went for a mixed terrain ride in Park City, UT today and got sucked into my
first long sections of single track on my Atlantis. I've ridden these
trails before on a front sprung mountain bike so I knew how difficult they
were. The big Atlantis (64cm) rolling 50mm Schwalbe Marathons with drop
overstock.com sells the Olympus factory refurbs.- I have a couple of the
waterproof Stylus SW and like them a bunch - paid $100 for each camera.
The current versions of these cameras are called Olympus Tough
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v728/bulldog1935/decoy/fish3/castr15.jpg
I leave
Thanks, Scott. I'm not sure this serves my purpose. First question: how is
drag in the non-direct gears? If greater than in direct, it's no better
than the AW.
If not appreciably greater, then I'd want to run 3d as a cruising gear --
~70; in which case the drops to 2d and 3d aren't big enough.
Thanks for the replies. I'm interested in a 3 speed hub, not 4, 5, or
higher, and only if the drag in 3d -- +33 -- isn't great.
Anyone?
On Sun, Aug 18, 2013 at 3:07 PM, Patrick Moore bertin...@gmail.com wrote:
I am contemplating a second rear wheel for my '03 Curt Custom, a fixed
gear bike,
Thanks, Doug. Anyone else? Has Berto or someone published figures?
70', 53, and 39 are usable, tho' 70, 60, and 39 would be better.
Maybe an S3X is in order -- direct drive in 3d -- with a freewheel ...
On Sun, Aug 18, 2013 at 5:30 PM, dougP dougpn...@cox.net wrote:
Patrick:
I have a late
Sheldon's gear calculator works great for that.
I put in 42T chainring and 22T sprocket and the three gears were 39, 52
and 70
On Sunday, August 18, 2013 9:08:45 PM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote:
Thanks for the replies. I'm interested in a 3 speed hub, not 4, 5, or
higher, and only if the
I've been enjoying my Olympus OMD E-M5.
It's not my nikon but for Internet touring photos it's great. Don't try to
live with cell phone or point and shoot. Try to make sure you have a
viewfinder. So many times I can't see due to bright sun.Easy to access
manual dials for Iso,
Thanks, Ron. The 48 t would give the ratios I want with a 17 t cog.
What about the *drag*?
On Sun, Aug 18, 2013 at 8:16 PM, Ron Mc bulldog...@gmail.com wrote:
Sheldon's gear calculator works great for that.
I put in 42T chainring and 22T sprocket and the three gears were 39, 52
and 70
On
Whoops, I mean: 48/23 would give those ratios. S3X with 23 t fw.
On Sun, Aug 18, 2013 at 8:19 PM, Patrick Moore bertin...@gmail.com wrote:
Thanks, Ron. The 48 t would give the ratios I want with a 17 t cog.
What about the *drag*?
On Sun, Aug 18, 2013 at 8:16 PM, Ron Mc
Sheldon's article says drag in the SW is due to thick cantilevered pinion
shafts - the AW reduces this effect by using separate stepped shafts
On Sunday, August 18, 2013 9:19:34 PM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote:
Thanks, Ron. The 48 t would give the ratios I want with a 17 t cog.
What about the
Cecily,
You and Betty look great together! Have fun on your ride in the country
tomorrow.
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Tony?
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Hey group, Just throwing it out there. Seeing if anyone has a 64cm
Thanks for sharing Chris I really wish I could have made it up for a great
time. Happy Birthday Manny, may this be another year of lots of great rides
and excellent photography.
~Hugh
On Sunday, August 18, 2013 5:11:28 PM UTC-7, Christopher Chen wrote:
I was able to move a work visit to the
So many choices so I won't make any specific recommendations but I think
this is a great site to help in making a choice.
http://www.dpreview.com/?utm_campaign=internalutm_source=logoutm_medium=image
I for one while riding like a small compact camera.
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Leah,
I run one permanently off the back of my rack, a rider friend of mine
commented that it ruins the look of my bike! Oh well I'd rather be seen and
not hit. When touring I run bright yellow panniers that have reflective
strips. Photo's prove it.
I was heading south on the MV trail this morning and passed a north-bound
Atlantis around 9:45.
It was raining and the rider was wearing a big grin. :)
Howard
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Update:
1) Nitto 65 (Crystal Fellow) Seat Post - Sold
2) Cockpit Parted Out:
- Mustache Bars - $40
- Mafac gold anodized brake levers (hoods have dry rot) - $20
3) 26 x 1 (650 x 18c-25c) inner tubes - $2
4) Rothko Roller Style Floor Stand - practically new, used only a few times
- $20
That is one fine ride and the look on your face is better than anything
this side of an eight year old's Christmas or birthday bike. Thank you for
sharing your decision, the anticipation, the build and now the riding!
Best regards,
Tom
On Saturday, August 17, 2013 9:43:46 PM UTC-7, Cecily
That's steep! You rode down that?
~Hugh
On Saturday, August 17, 2013 10:35:17 PM UTC-7, Tony wrote:
Often photos don't show how steep a trail is. This one came out pretty
good. Earlier in the morning I tried a single track that today dumped me
into poison oak. Stinkin' trail, you haven't
Hey that was me!!! Cool, it was a fun ride to be sure! Hope you enjoyed
your ride today too!
Tony
On Sun, Aug 18, 2013 at 1:02 PM, Howard kiq...@gmail.com wrote:
I was heading south on the MV trail this morning and passed a north-bound
Atlantis around 9:45.
It was raining and the rider
Curtis,
I was planning on bringing the food thing up good timing...What's the
consensus? Do we make camp then ride into SC for dinner then make our own
Breakfast before the single track? Or do we want to do a group dinner?
Looking forward to next weekend.
~Hugh
On Saturday, August 17, 2013
A single plug clip on the SON would be a worthwhile hack. I have an older
Schmidt and a nice Shimano, and the wire connector for the Shimano is an
elegant, useful bit. Easy to rig up (no solder), and easy to clip into the hub.
If I get another dynamo hub, it would probably be a silver disc SON,
Update: I did an experiment this weekend and rode with regular shorts and
the Devold wool underwear on a 50 mile ride and was actually more
comfortable than with padded chamois underwear. I felt I could do a century
and have no problems. Either way I still feel the saddle but it was
noticeably
Ha! The stepchild tire.
Philip
www.biketinker.com
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Hugh:
Knowing your camp cooking skills (and depending on them!) I'll vote for
dinner in camp. I'm hopeless in the kitchen but an eager volunteer for
simple tasks, given adult supervision (caveat: my wife restricts my
participation to lighting the grill and cleaning up; she does not entrust
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