I kind of feel like the revolution is over and we won. Anymore, while I
can certainly find the carbon roadie types, they aren't living in the
niche. Just like the extreme downhillers or whatever they are called. I
just don't see a lot of riders so focused on 25mm tires that don't also
accept
Every day, there are frightful sights in lycra on every bike path
On Wednesday, February 25, 2015 at 2:18:24 AM UTC-6, Peter M wrote:
Every runner knows those Damn walkers are just in the way Must be
winter.
On Feb 25, 2015 2:50 AM, 'pb' via RBW Owners Bunch
Guilty as charged. In fact I am definitely not an adherent to Grant's
thoughts on cycling attire. I'm wearing plum-smuggling cycling shorts
every time I ride, unless it's a very, very short ride.
But unlike some folks, I don't feel any pressure to conform to the Unracer
philosophy. It's just
Putting in a plug here for Modern Bike. Andy has Paul Components in stock
at about 30% off across the board. His service is excellent.
On Wednesday, February 25, 2015 at 1:41:43 AM UTC-6, Mike Shaljian wrote:
Indeed. Long-reach calipers was the obvious choice, don't think I'd bother
No, Grant didn't invent the issue, but he has fed the flames, and kept it
alive, and he has perpetuated a stereotype, and he has offended folks along
the way. For no reason. And I assure you that it has affected his
bottom line by marginalizing him.
This appears to assume GP does what he
Clayton, Peter White Cycles says they now have the upside down edeluxe II.
There are two models of it.
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On 02/25/2015 10:30 AM, Will wrote:
so... was all that discomfort related clothes... or related to
position on bike?
Clothes. Cycling shoes eliminate foot pressure, cycling shorts have
padding and no seams to create pressure ridges. The following year with
no changes other than clothing I
I put in a bottom bracket yesterday. Just though I would share a simple
technique to avoid cross threading. First off, reach through the other
side and support the spindle end with a least a fingertip to help with the
alignment. Turn the threads the wrong way until you feel a slight bump of
When I started cycling in 1990 the landscape in Northern California was
roadies in lycra, mountain bikers in lycra, and po' folks like me in street
clothes on Goodwill beater bikes. There was no in between. Now there's a
whole world of city bikes and country bikes and fixies and cargo bikes and
Thanks, Mark. Yes, I'd be using the brushed stainless uninsulated bottle as
my pot. I've had this as a plan for years and am just getting to the
conversion now. For the mug, I'd just be drinking out of the insulated
metal bottle (removing the standard top). I'd be getting the sport top for
the
Mark, I'm with you on this.
In the Texas summer, cooling and evaporation is everything. Padding =
insulation = chaffing.
Last summer I did three long rides in a row (180km, 130km and 110km back
to back) in the thinnest merino boxers and cotton shorts I could find. I
was next to naked.
Ooo I'm going to have to try that one day!
On Wed, Feb 25, 2015 at 10:18 AM, Deacon Patrick lamontg...@mac.com wrote:
Very exacting technique is required to boil water in a KK:
1. fill water into brushed stainless bottle.
2. place bottle on or above heat source (try this at home
that's why I went with the MAP bars - they're an inch longer on each side.
On Wednesday, February 25, 2015 at 9:21:48 AM UTC-6, DS wrote:
Check out these:
http://store.velo-orange.com/index.php/components/handlebars/vo-postino-handlebar-22-2mm.html
I was trying to decide b/w these and the
I have been using an ultrasonic cleaner I got on Amazon for the last couple
years and love it as it gets to all the cracks and crevices I would have a
hard time reaching with a tooth brush. It will do almost all of the drive
train components as well as the stem and seat post (if they aren't
Why do you need to wear special clothes to ride? Not arguing, just curious.
I've been riding for about 50 years. Newspaper bikes as a before teenage
years, then Raleigh racers in college. Shorts and tee shirt have always
worked for me. What's the advantage of bike shop attire?
On Wednesday,
Check out
these:
http://store.velo-orange.com/index.php/components/handlebars/vo-postino-handlebar-22-2mm.html
I was trying to decide b/w these and the Jitensha a while back. The
Postino's are a little longer/wider from what I remember.
On Monday, February 9, 2015 at 10:55:26 PM UTC-8, Amit
I disagree with the previous statement. I've done many century rides in
good quality (Assos) lyrca kit on a number of saddles. Usually around the
60 mile mark I'll start to get a bit sore. By the end of the ride, it's a
constant dull ache. Doesn't matter if I use different brand of
I learned from Grant that seamless shorts/pants and a good saddle are more
important than padding. I actually got more comfortable on my usual
20-40-mile rides when I switched to wool unpadded underwear and Swrve baggy
shorts; tight, padded lycra didn't work well for me. I can't vouch for what
Patrick,
I use both these on a daily basis, have been for about six months straight
now.
I use the 27oz/800ml for water. Never tried using it for boiling. Am I
understanding you correctly that you would use the actual bottle as your
boiling pot? I Couldn't do that as I have painted/colored
Can you elaborate on this?
I've had this as a plan for years and am just getting to the conversion
now.
Is there something special you've got to do to use a K.K. as a pot?
I doubt you'd ever torque the bottle mounts off. You could definitely break
a bottle cage though. The straps/velcro seem
some of the arguments above need clarification. Racing Crowd should be
defined as the general trend of the industry. It actually doesn't include
actual racers. Rather, it's a droves of cyclists who leave a bike shop
with carbon and lycra, and an industry pushing them out the door that way.
On 02/25/2015 09:41 AM, Will wrote:
Why do you need to wear special clothes to ride? Not arguing, just
curious. I've been riding for about 50 years. Newspaper bikes as a
before teenage years, then Raleigh racers in college. Shorts and tee
shirt have always worked for me. What's the advantage
What is your experience with insulated/uninsulated Klean Kanteen bottles. Has
anyone used the insulated as a camping mug? Used the single-walled one as your
water boiling pot? Carried a 40 or 64 oz one in the velcro on/Irish strap
secured cage manner?
More details:
I am now converting to
so... was all that discomfort related clothes... or related to position on
bike?
On Wednesday, February 25, 2015 at 8:53:57 AM UTC-6, Steve Palincsar wrote:
On 02/25/2015 09:41 AM, Will wrote:
Why do you need to wear special clothes to ride? Not arguing, just
curious. I've been riding
The Postinos are pretty nice bars – I’m using them on a new charity auction
mixte build now. Very zippy looking, pic here:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/37542512@N04/15764491503/
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The Cheviot found a nice new home last night. Here's what left:
Almost complete Noodle Cockpit w/ stem, brake levers, cable housing (this
was on a 51cm Sam and the housing is cut for that), and pods for shifters
in the bar ends (but not the actual shifters) nicely wrapped with brown
cloth wrap
Very exacting technique is required to boil water in a KK:
1. fill water into brushed stainless bottle.
2. place bottle on or above heat source (try this at home kids!)
3. wait for it to boil
4. use gloves or pot holder (tangier works well) to prevent cooking your
hands when removing bottle.
5.
I did with this with my all rounder bike, a Handsome Devil, about 3 years
ago and have not looked back. With a 36t crank and an 11-36 9 speed
cassette I have the range I need for getting around my hilly neighborhood
with out fussing with a FD. I bought a Paul's chain keeper but have
never
I believe you and your crew are shootin' for a different route than I'm
familiar with but I found THIS PAGE
http://northcoastbikerides.blogspot.com/2011/08/lost-coast-tour.html very
helpful.
I was in the midst of a solo jaunt from Portland to SF and had taken the
day off in Eureka. On a whim
Excellent, Liesl! Thank you for the great report. Yeah, I'm thinking of
going with a wire cone/bandanna filter system, which would make the
pre-ground coffee system wondrously small and something I would actually
take and use. I love the aeropress, but it is on the bulky side for ultra
compact
I saw this today on the NYT site and thought some here might find it
interesting.
http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2015/02/25/should-athletes-eat-fat-or-carbs
It doesn't say much that folks who've read EBDJ won't be familiar with. The
80% fat bit seems a bit more than I'm willing to do. I do track
Here's the firebox I use:
http://www.fireboxstove.com/5-inch-folding-firebox
With abandon,
Patrick
On Wednesday, February 25, 2015 at 9:20:18 AM UTC-7, Mark Reimer wrote:
Ooo I'm going to have to try that one day!
On Wed, Feb 25, 2015 at 10:18 AM, Deacon Patrick lamon...@mac.com
The body and the riding style must have some play in this as well.
Presumably many of the loaded cycle touring Europeans one sees on the
Eurovelo routes are riding multi-day. They probably do not ride a full
100+km every day and likely stop more frequently than someone attempting a
timed ride
Solution for aeropress! - Use the step-down funnel it comes with. I make
coffee in my insulated bottle everyday with an Aeropress. Works perfectly!
On Wed, Feb 25, 2015 at 10:57 AM, Liesl li...@smm.org wrote:
Hi Deacon Patrick!
Erin and I have used the 18 ounce insulated KK as a mug for a
Darn it! False advertising. My apologies, Anton. Your part of the
country seems fantastic. I hope to roll through there sometime. Your
photos of the region are beyond inspiring.
Bill
On Wednesday, February 25, 2015 at 9:56:48 AM UTC-8, Anton Tutter wrote:
When I first saw this thread
I use the KK bottles all the time now, insulated and uninsulated. My
personal favorite is the smallest size 12 oz insulated bottle. It's what I
brew into for the Coffee Outside excursions, and I find generally the
perfect size for when I'm not sharing coffee. We also have the next two
larger
A beautiful bike! I would so love to have gotten it, but it was simply too
big for me. Can't wait for more pics! Congratulations on scoring a
wonderful ride.
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Well, I've just typed out and deleted about four different comments to this
thread. None of them did anything other than unearth and compound
arguments. Rather than rehash and empower those, I found myself stepping
back and considering perspectives in the original-letter-to-the-editor's
Patrick,
I use the KK 20-oz. insulated bottle; it does tend to fall out of
those standard bottle cages -- it's bounced along the road a few times
and has the dings to show for it -- but it's pretty resilient and it has
held up well. In the Iris cage, however, it is very secure -- it hasn't
On Wed, Feb 25, 2015 at 5:38 AM, Addison Wilhite addisonwilh...@gmail.com
wrote:
I kind of feel like the revolution is over and we won. Anymore, while I
can certainly find the carbon roadie types, they aren't living in the
niche. Just like the extreme downhillers or whatever they are called.
When I first saw this thread title, I got excited because I thought it
might have to do with my little corner of the Catskill Mountains, in
Delaware County, NY (named after the Delaware River, which begins there and
flows to Delaware State via Pennsylvania). Then I read that it was in
Jim, that's fair enough. Whatever works is the correct solution, but even
that is subjective and personal - what works for one doesn't work for
another and vise-versa.
On Wednesday, February 25, 2015 at 11:39:52 AM UTC-6, Cyclofiend Jim wrote:
Well, I've just typed out and deleted about
Hi friends,
So I've mentioned in other posts that I plan to ride the Oregon Outback
this year, May 22-24. As luck would have it, I've managed to secure the
full week prior off from work, as well as a day or two after. So now I'm
looking to fly out to Portland on May 16th, and leave on the
Hi Deacon Patrick!
Erin and I have used the 18 ounce insulated KK as a mug for a bunch of
years at this point—at least 5. Camping, biking, overseas, air travel, car
travel, boring conferences, etc. We've both come to regard them as
constant companions. About 3 years ago while we were in the
Mike, thanks for most excellent funnel tip for the Areopress! And yes, the
Snowpeak stacking cups are fantastic (and hard to find and pricey).
Correction: ours are the 12 ounce size. Rarely if ever feel like I need a
bigger size and like the more compact size for a backpack,
Well, I've just typed out and deleted about four different comments to this
thread. None of them did anything other than unearth and compound
arguments. Rather than rehash and empower those, I found myself stepping
back and considering perspectives in the original-letter-to-the-editor's
someone will explain to her that her bike is wrong
cue *forehead smacking into desk*
On Wed, Feb 25, 2015 at 11:56 AM, Anne Paulson anne.paul...@gmail.com
wrote:
On Wed, Feb 25, 2015 at 5:38 AM, Addison Wilhite addisonwilh...@gmail.com
wrote:
I kind of feel like the revolution is over
Hi Folks,
Awhile back these cranks were discussed here as an option for a front
shift on Quickbeams. I purchased this one and used it for a short
while, but have since converted to another setup. Thought there might
be interest on here since there are a number of you with Quickbeams (
ot other
I loved that squeeking mouse at the base of a big waterfall image myself,
and am thankful to Grant for being that mouse (and for the internet that
helps the squeak for far!) for helping me find the fun in biking and even
for making biking possible for me (the other frames I rode took a lot of
Patrick,
It worked well for me during my short experiment. I didn't notice any
drag in either of the two ratios. I can't really speak about chain
slop since I didn't use it in fixed gear mode (and not sure I would
recommend it for that, given the stresses involved). I can say there
is less drag
Paul and Jim: from what I observe around me in ABQ, NM, which is a
cycling-enthusiast city, is that there are all kinds of riders riding all
kinds of things, but I see more than a few fat middle aged people slowly
riding carbon fiber racing bikes in tight lycra kit on the bike path. Now
that may
How well do those things work? Do you notice drag? Is there drivetrain
slop? Is there more drag or less than with hub gears? I wonder if there is
less, since -- this is a question -- wouldn't the upgeared character of a
hub gear also upgear the drag?
I think such gear systems are very interesting
well said jim.
i think a rational skeptic's eye put to either side shows that a lot of the
gear and the clothes and the style is more about taste than black and white
better or worse. i definitely wont wear lycra for a host of reasons, but i
also sometimes roll my eyes at seersucker knickers
It finds ramparts and entrenchments where many of us see only expansive
fields. Suggests battle lines which would put many of us at odds with
ourselves.
Hear Hear
On Wed, Feb 25, 2015 at 9:38 AM, Cyclofiend Jim cyclofi...@gmail.com
wrote:
Well, I've just typed out and deleted about four
I don't live in Silicon Valley. However, in the Reno/Tahoe areas we have
multiple club rides that are going to be made up of the types of kits/bikes
you mention. But that is only a snapshot of the type of riding those
people do. That may be the perfect set up for a fast road ride of 30-50
miles
Good to hear that's what's going on in Reno/Tahoe. But I've been a
member of my club for 30 years, so I know the other members. They
haven't got Fargos sitting in their garages. They're mostly afraid of
dirt, and they cancel rides *if the roads are wet*. No, I am not
making that up; they are
I've been using Kleen Kanteen for years, both uninsulated for bicycle water
bottles and the insulated for a coffee mug (and yes, hate the coffee mug
lid so I just use the regular screwtop.) I also use Hydro Flask, which are
also good. Haven't used them for boiling water, though.
As for bottle
I was in my early 40's when I returned to biking. The LBS in San
Francisco didn't try to sell me a race bike, but it was clear that they
thought if I didn't get a road/race bike, then I needed a Mountain Bike. I
bought a Kona Fire Mountain and didn't really ride it much either in the
Bay
Well, not necessarily bike shop attire, but cycling-specific attire: less
chafing, less binding, better coverage (I hate low-waisted pants that pull
down, and short tops that pull up); less annoying flapping (windy, here);
adapts well to changes in temperature, both external and internal; doesn't
They are already listed, but not yet in stock. ETA is late March. Since we
were the instigator behind the project, we'll get them as well once they
are available.
Jan Heine
Compass Bicycles Ltd.
www.compasscycle.com
Follow our blog at http://janheine.wordpress.com/
On Wednesday, February 25,
I really think we're in the golden-age of awesome cycling right now! I
believe that at this point, based on my personal anecdotal observations, so
therefore 100% valid, a lot of riding is happening! And all kinds of people
are riding all kinds of bikes wearing all kinds of things.
So now that
Thanks for the link, Ant! I had seen that blog before, but only the Tour of
the Unknown Coast listing. That ride looks epic! Gotta get that one on the
list, I love love love mixed terrain riding. Cheers!
On Wednesday, February 25, 2015 at 9:01:35 AM UTC-8, Ant Ritchey wrote:
I believe you
On 02/25/2015 12:56 PM, Anton Tutter wrote:
When I first saw this thread title, I got excited because I thought it
might have to do with my little corner of the Catskill Mountains, in
Delaware County, NY (named after the Delaware River, which begins
there and flows to Delaware State via
HEY! Enough with the Blue Hen bashing! ;-)
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To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com
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Hey Mark-
Welcome to Oregon! But I noticed that your plans don't seem to give any
time for, y'know, exploring Portland itself. I can tell you from experience
that Portland is slightly different than Winnipeg. ;-)
Anyways, I think that a North Coast Loop would be good option to get ocean
and
It's worth doing a scan of the ebay results for parts washer:
http://www.ebay.com/sch/Tools-/631/i.html?_nkw=parts+washer
This 3.5 gal bench-top unit sounds like it has the right features, $80
shipped:
The right tool for the job, and the humbleness to recognize when such are
necessary.
Folks really do take themselves too seriously.
Andy Cheatham
Pittsburgh
On Wednesday, February 25, 2015 at 9:53:57 AM UTC-5, Steve Palincsar wrote:
On 02/25/2015 09:41 AM, Will wrote:
Why do you need to
Thanks; interesting gizmo. Interesting too that you sense less drag than
for the S3X. If it looked more like a Pro 5 Vis or A R Herse crank I'd be
interested.
On Wed, Feb 25, 2015 at 1:19 PM, qwerty mike.gilles...@gmail.com wrote:
Patrick,
It worked well for me during my short experiment. I
Thanks so much! That is very helpful.
I should have mentioned, I've been to Portland before. Just once. I was on
a motorcycle tour and stopped at a friends house. I stayed for the day and
he took me around. It's a lovely place, definitely need to visit for longer
some time!
Your route seems
On Wednesday, February 25, 2015 at 1:42:01 PM UTC-8, ascpgh wrote:
The right tool for the job, and the humbleness to recognize when such are
necessary.
Folks really do take themselves too seriously.
Agree! I love these types of threads! You see all sides. I'm from the camp
that if CF
One thing I think is a factor in a lot of this, is socioeconomics. Maybe
I'm wrong, or, maybe not where you are, but, at least for my neck of the
woods. (my neck of the woods being, a non-urban center, small-town,
car-centric region where everyone over 15 is expected to have a car or
I have become the owner of a somewhat beausaged Berthoud bag, and I wonder if
this group might have suggestions for making it look somewhat newer. Should I
throw it in the washing machine? Scrub it with a brush? And then what? Rewax it?
Thanks in advance!
--Eric N
www.CampyOnly.com
I own a Mini Cooper and see a similar thing in the group. As new , the cars
handle so well. But owners look at racecars that are very low and think
that you have to have that look and the change will surely improve the
handling. Well, maybe not, ( probably not). Oh well
On Tuesday, February
this ^^ is the first thing that makes sense in this whole thread.
There are all kinds of fish in this giant fishbowl. Some wear sandals and
baggy shorts...that's not me. Lycra/wool shorts have a place for
performance riding, On tour, some loose fitting over-shorts are more
appropriate.
That was my feeling. She seemed to be reading too much into Just Ride and
projecting her own interpretation. I read the letter scratched my head,
not understanding why she seemed so put out.
dougP
On Tuesday, February 24, 2015 at 3:45:57 PM UTC-8, Chris in Redding, Ca.
wrote:
Hey All,
I can't remember who first stated it in this epic thread, but I'll agree that
Grant's response was a little disingenuous-- Just Ride is definitely not a
kumbaya, just-do-your-own-thing get along gang book. It says in many places
that people who use clipless shoes, or wear lycra, or are more
I talked to a guy who crossed the US self contained on an 11-34 9 speed
with IIRC 40t single ring. It seems once you get to a 3:1 range, a bit of
patience walking some hills covers the rest. May try it some day but for
now I'll hang onto my triple.
dougP
On Sunday, February 22, 2015 at
These will be short-mileage days, but I'm not complaining.
Short mileage but Quality Miles. A couple of years ago we did Ferndale
down to Ave of the Giants then over Panther Gap to Honeydew, up to Petrolia
over a couple of serious climbs back to Ferndale in 2 days. It was
only 100 miles but
For the leather: coconut oil and beeswax combined is fantastic.
For the canvas: don't wash in the washing machine. Damp cloth, stiff brush,
and then the same as above, but heavier on the beeswax. Or buy Filson's
re-proofing wax.
With abandon,
Patrick
On Wednesday, February 25, 2015 at 7:47:14
I should mention that to combine the beeswax and coconut oil, I do a cheep
double boiler system of a cast iron skillet filled half full with water,
place an old glass jar with the beeswax in it in and put on medium heat
till it boils. Put the bag in the oven at 200-250˚F. Then work the wax oil
Thanks!
--Eric N
www.CampyOnly.com
CampyOnlyGuy.blogspot.com
Twitter: @CampyOnlyGuy
On Feb 25, 2015, at 7:02 PM, Deacon Patrick lamontg...@mac.com wrote:
For the leather: coconut oil and beeswax combined is fantastic.
For the canvas: don't wash in the washing machine. Damp cloth, stiff
Pretty interesting, I run a 44/28 now so these gear ratios would be about
perfect. But I don't really want to spend $150 on it when I have a
perfectly functional crankset.
On Wed, Feb 25, 2015 at 12:03 PM, qwerty mike.gilles...@gmail.com wrote:
Hi Folks,
Awhile back these cranks were
Marks bar and brifters are spoken for, but all the rest available.
If you're interested in something shipped, be in touch. If you're interested in
something and my price is too high, let me know.
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On 02/25/2015 05:39 PM, Brewster Fong wrote:
Now, this is nothing but anedotal and just one example, but for my
buddy, the right tool got him going! I don't care what it was made out
of, but the supposedly stiff, uncomfortable aluminum frame road bike
got him hooked and we love it!
Some of
Not sure where you’re initial starting point is, but you might want to consider
taking the Amtrak Cascades train from Portland to Seattle. It’s a beautiful
train ride, and the Amtrak trains have a special place in the baggage car for
bicycles. You’ll end up in downtown Seattle at the historic
Brewster Fong bfd...@gmail.com wrote:
Btw, for all you paleo lovers, you'll hate this guy! While dropping 30lbs,
he still eats like a pig and that includes massive amounts of noodles, rice
and bread (hey, a guy's got to carbo load!)...
Kudos to him! I wish I had a 24 oz beer right now with
Exactly
The campfire song I learned included lyrics: What did Della wear? She
wore a New Jersey. Why did Callie phone ya? She called to ask How-a-ya
On Wednesday, February 25, 2015 at 4:07:46 PM UTC-8, Justin August wrote:
Delawhere?
-J
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On Wednesday, February 25, 2015 at 4:28:00 PM UTC-8, Pudge wrote:
If Miss Issippi asked Miss Ouri for her New Jersey, what would Della
wear? Idaho, Alaska.
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Haha I laughed out loud when picturing that
On Feb 25, 2015, at 6:58 PM, Doug Williams salg...@minbaritm.com wrote:
There are many riders who can NOT conceive of going for a bike ride without
their clipless shoes, jersey, the whole kit. How sad! I mean...there isn't
anything wrong with
https://www.flickr.com/photos/joe_bunik/16645056811/
My RockComboStreetShredder has a 9x2 Delaware of ~76.5 and ~61.5,
depending if it is running in town or country mode. We are using a
36/26 rings up front, and an 12-25 or 11-32 spread in the back. It's a
pretty tilted spin-forward
On Wednesday, February 25, 2015 at 6:21:59 AM UTC-8, Jim Bronson wrote:
Guilty as charged. In fact I am definitely not an adherent to Grant's
thoughts on cycling attire. I'm wearing plum-smuggling cycling shorts
every time I ride, unless it's a very, very short ride.
But unlike some
If Miss Issippi asked Miss Ouri for her New Jersey, what would Della wear?
Idaho, Alaska.
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Sent: Wednesday, February 25, 2015 7:23 PM
To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com
Subject: Re:
I wonder sometimes if the basic image of people getting railroaded into
buying a race bike for general riding is still true, if it ever was. Grant
compares his bikes to MCFRBs, but a more apt comparison is probably a...
hybrid. Big clearances, upright positioning, fenders, racks, etc. And
that's
A. Thanks for the sarcasm. B. There certainly were not a plethora of
English 3-speeds running around here 25 years ago, and those hybrids
mimicked the same riding position and drivetrains of MTBs. Also, the
mid-'90s Globe was a sales failure, as Mike Sinyard addressed some years
later when
Delawhere?
-J
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On Wed, Feb 25, 2015 at 7:16 PM, Patrick Moore bertin...@gmail.com wrote:
Brewster Fong bfd...@gmail.com wrote:
Btw, for all you paleo lovers, you'll hate this
P.S. That should have been “your” starting point. Darn autocorrect ...
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On Feb 25, 2015, at 4:18 PM, Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com wrote:
Not sure where you’re initial starting
Good questions...
Crank length is 170 and it includes the proprietary bottom bracket.
Mike
On 2/25/15, 'pb' via RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com wrote:
Very intriguing. Almost ... tempting. Fascinating piece of equipment.
Mike, are you including a BB? What is the crank
On Wednesday, February 25, 2015 at 7:06:34 AM UTC-8, Joe Bernard wrote:
When I started cycling in 1990 the landscape in Northern California was
roadies in lycra, mountain bikers in lycra, and po' folks like me in street
clothes on Goodwill beater bikes. There was no in between.
Hmmmn,
There are many riders who can NOT conceive of going for a bike ride without
their clipless shoes, jersey, the whole kit. How sad! I mean...there isn't
anything wrong with wearing your kit to go on a serious bike ride. But for
a short ride, you wind up spending more time dressing and undressing
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