[RBW] Re: Seeking advice: How to clean bartape off my Albatross bars

Oh yes, I should have mentioned that caveat! Definitely only use the stuff outdoors - it is supremely flammable, but perfectly safe if appropriate caution is exercised (i.e. don't use near open flame, lit cigarettes, or any type of ignition source including appliance pilot lamps or electronic

[RBW] Re: Ride Report & Musings on Bicycling as Joy

Great replies, folks. Love the funometer and bug quotient, and I'm glad to hear I'm not alone in losing my joy for a little while. Eric, I'm a couple of shifters and derailleur cables from putting the finishing touches on a buildup of a free Rockhopper frame I scored off Baltimore CL. I live

[RBW] SOLD!! WAS: FS: Bontrager Race Lite, F/FK/HS or separately.

Frame, fork, headset, and seatpost have been sold. Thanks all for the interest. On Sat, May 21, 2016 at 3:40 PM, Patrick Moore wrote: > $300 for frame + fork + Chris King headset. > > The fork and HS are 1" threadless. > > $200 for frame, $150 for fork *and* 1" Chris King

Re: [RBW] Re: My Latest Video

We had ten riders on the workers ride ... and two support vehicles! The group fragmented a bit, but I rode with others most of the day. Three of us finished together. My Quickbeam has an Edeluxe I. The II has a better beam, but isn't that much brighter, IMO. The If you have any questions or

Re: [RBW] Re: New cassette issue...any ideas?

> It seems like you have thought through most or all of the potential > component issues, so... dropout misalignment, maybe? > > > A good way to clarify whether it's the wheel or the frame would be to swap > a known to be working well wheel and chain from another bike, or even to > exchange

Re: [RBW] Re: New cassette issue...any ideas?

On 05/21/2016 08:44 PM, Andrew Patteson wrote: It seems like you have thought through most or all of the potential component issues, so... dropout misalignment, maybe? A good way to clarify whether it's the wheel or the frame would be to swap a known to be working well wheel and chain from

[RBW] Re: New cassette issue...any ideas?

It seems like you have thought through most or all of the potential component issues, so... dropout misalignment, maybe? Andrew in SLC On Saturday, May 21, 2016 at 2:37:21 PM UTC-6, Lungimsam wrote: > > Installed on the bike were: > Cassette > Chain > 4.5mm spacer > Lube > Grease for cassette

[RBW] Re: How do you know what the VAT/duty is going to be if you buy from EU/Japan?

I have bought tires and components from both Bike24 and www.hibike.com with stellar customer service from both. It seems like Hibike has sllightly better pricing, but Bike24 seems to have fewer issues with delays in getting stuff to their warehouse. I expect to pay about 40% less when I buy

[RBW] Re: Price drop on El Fito at Ibex

Thanks for the heads up on this. I had looked both the long and the 3/4 tights a number of times but just never went through with ordering them. I got 2 pairs of each type so I should be set! On Friday, May 20, 2016 at 2:16:06 PM UTC-4, danmc wrote: > > Just noticed that Ibex dropped the

Re: [RBW] Re: Price drop on El Fito at Ibex

I went with a large but I think a medium would work to - emailed Ibex to see if they can change the order, but either case Im sure it'll be OK -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

Re: [RBW] Re: Price drop on El Fito at Ibex

I am 5' 10" 153 with a 30" waist and can do either a small or medium. Actually prefer the small. Not a fan of the current MUSA cut - too loose for me. > On May 21, 2016, at 4:40 PM, Daniel D. wrote: > > I ordered a medium 5'8" 155. You guys kinda have me worried But you

Re: [RBW] Re: Price drop on El Fito at Ibex

I used their sizing chart. Hope it works. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com campyonlyguy.blogspot.com > On May 21, 2016, at 4:40 PM, Daniel D. wrote: > > I ordered a medium 5'8" 155. You guys kinda have me worried But you guys are > used to billowy MUSA

[RBW] Re: Price drop on El Fito at Ibex

I ordered a medium 5'8" 155. You guys kinda have me worried But you guys are used to billowy MUSA stuff :p so maybe it's ok, > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from

[RBW] Re: Experience with mini "half clips" ?

I have those MKS Cage Clip Halfs on my XC Pro pedals, after using some plastic Zefal half clips before them. They're both great, but the MKS are just that bit more classy and cool-looking. Eric Liu SF, CA On Friday, May 20, 2016 at 8:32:59 PM UTC-7, Andrew Patteson wrote: > > I have half

Re: [RBW] Re: How do you know what the VAT/duty is going to be if you buy from EU/Japan?

I placed a big order at Chain Reaction (UK). The website warned me to keep it under $800 to avoid duties. I think my invoice was like $798.  -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] Re: Price drop on El Fito at Ibex

managed to sell some things this morning and ordered myself the long tights -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Re: FS : Price Drop : 60cm SimpleOne / Multi-Speed Mods / Clear Powdercoat

hi there- i'm definitely interested in the f/f/h. if you don't mind me asking, what's your pbh? i've heard the simpleones/quickbeams size big. eric On Saturday, May 21, 2016 at 5:25:06 PM UTC-4, S. Greco wrote: > > Motivated Seller Update > > > Regretfully listing this bike for sale. > > Too

[RBW] FS : Price Drop : 60cm SimpleOne / Multi-Speed Mods / Clear Powdercoat

Motivated Seller Update Regretfully listing this bike for sale. Too many projects backing up and I feel I've spent enough quality time with this one. A real sleeper and an excellent bike for someone who likes to tinker. [image: DSCF8207.JPG.jpg]

[RBW] Re: Ride Report & Musings on Bicycling as Joy

Great story! And one that I definitely related to. I had a similar experience during my days bike commuting in Baltimore. I now live in Philadelphia and once again commute by bike (on a mid-eighties Trek single-speed conversion no less!). I think it’s hard not to view city commuting as

[RBW] Re: New cassette issue...any ideas?

Installed on the bike were: Cassette Chain 4.5mm spacer Lube Grease for cassette lock ring. No wobble in cassette/cogs and chain runs good through derailers. Friction only Silver Shifters, D-rings tightened up and in place well. 135mm dropouts. All cogs, except smallest are riveted together, so

[RBW] New cassette issue...any ideas?

Just to clarify, all you changed were the cassette (8 to 7 speed) and chain? Silver shifters are friction only? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an

Re: [RBW] New cassette issue...any ideas?

Yes, both cassette and chain were bought new, sealed in their boxes, from Harris Cyclery. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

Re: [RBW] New cassette issue...any ideas?

Do we even know it was a new cassette and chain? On 05/21/2016 02:37 PM, Joe Bernard wrote: My first wildly random guess is that the chainline is slightly different due to Mr. Bleriot having shorter chainstays. It could also be a matter of slightly different tolerances in manufacturing in the

[RBW] Re: New cassette issue...any ideas?

I thought about chainline, but as I don't know anything about that, I thought there is nothing I can do about it except change the bb, I guess, and I'm not ready for that yet. Isn't cross-chaining a form of artificially messing up the chainline? Usually the bike crosschains with no probs. I

Re: [RBW] Re: good blug post on rim and disk brakes

Man, can we just go back to talking about something less controversial like the pros and cons of helmets, or politics? I'm a big fan of disc brakes. But only for that 2% of riding I do in wet weather. Going on long, steep downhills in the rain with rim brakes is enough to make me not ever want

[RBW] New cassette issue...any ideas?

My first wildly random guess is that the chainline is slightly different due to Mr. Bleriot having shorter chainstays. It could also be a matter of slightly different tolerances in manufacturing in the cassette or chain compared to the first batch. The issue may disappear as the parts wear in

[RBW] Re: WTB: 1" quill to 1-1/8" stem adapter

I've used the VO one on my Bombadil for a few years now, nothing to report other than it does what it intends. I have a Nitto MTC-012 also but have not needed to use it. I like the lip on the VO one as there is no chance of it ever slipping down and it looks alright. If you want a black one

[RBW] Re: Ride Report & Musings on Bicycling as Joy

If I don't beat my previous fun quotient (average bugs in teeth per hour) by at least 2% per ride it is a failure. Many benifits to this intense pressure to have more fun every ride, including I have no need to eat anything other than what I gather with grins. One downside is that inclimant

[RBW] Re: RBWHQ spy report

I showed up in my Chevy HHR SS once (since sold), then Mark and I talked about it and his Mini Cooper Clubman. Car talk at RBW! Which reminds me, he needs to see my FIAT 500 Abarth... -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] New cassette issue...any ideas?

I put a 7-speed cassette with SRAM 8 speed chain on my Sam and it has been perfect. XD treble cranks, deore derailers, silver bar ends. So I went ahead and did the same on my Bleriot. It had an 8 speed cassette before. Same model chain before, so I know the derailers handle it fine. Similar

[RBW] Re: RBWHQ spy report

A likely story. A) What were you doing with a car at RBW headquarters? Just doesn't add up. B) If there was nothing earth shattering, then you clearly couldn't have been at RBW. C) Noone leaves an image capturing device behind when entering RBW. But seriously, thanks for the intel, Bill. I am

[RBW] Re: RBWHQ spy report

I had my phone in the charger in my car. As I was getting out of my car, it occurred to me that I didn't have my phone. I thought about it for a moment, and decided to just leave it behind. The tandem prototype is going to have several things changed, Grant said. He's decided that the

[RBW] WTB: 1" quill to 1-1/8" stem adapter

Looking to install a modern 1-1/8" stem and associated handlebar (31.8mm clamp size) onto a bike with 1" threaded steerer. First off, does anyone have experience or advice to share? Secondly, anyone have a black one to sell, such as Nitto MTC-04 in black? Eric -- You received this message

[RBW] Re: Getting the Quickbeam's chainline perfect!!

The crank arm presents challenges for turning the spindle area on a lathe. Long radius, and off-center mass. I would mount it to a rotary table, then spin the crank against an end mill. - Andrew, my basement overflows with tools, Berkeley On Friday, May 20, 2016 at 11:27:20 AM UTC-7, Bill

Re: [RBW] Santa Fe (half) century?

Probably not the 50 mile Tijeras rt, but if I get the shifter sorted out, I hope to do at least a ~30 mile Tramway ride. Off to Stevie;s to find shifter and cable bits. On Sat, May 21, 2016 at 4:33 AM, 'Mojo' via RBW Owners Bunch < rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com> wrote: > Well Patrick perhaps

[RBW] Opinions on the 52cm Bosco?

Hi all- I’m experimenting with handlebars on my new Riv. I’ve had the Albatrosses on a number of previous bikes (and now this one). And while I like them, I can’t shake the feeling that they’re a bit wide for my narrowish shoulders (I measure for a 38mm drop bar). I’m intrigued by the

[RBW] Re: Experience with mini "half clips" ?

I have used regular half-clips and the "Deep" half-clip from VO. I much prefer the deep ones. I wear a size 9 shoe so it's not to accommodate a large foot just a better position over the pedal. Also I can wear shoes or most hiking boots once I bent the toe part up a little. Mostly I like to

[RBW] Re: Ride Report & Musings on Bicycling as Joy

That's a wonderful account of how one's biking can evolve over time. The versatility of the bicycle allows us to use them in so many ways. Granted, design specifics vary according to use, but at the heart is a couple of wheels (or 3 perhaps) connected by support structure. Some friends have

[RBW] Re: Price drop on El Fito at Ibex

> Thanks for the info. I ordered a pair. Screaming deal. I am hoping to > divest myself of a drawer of old, stretched out, and too large lycra > tights, which I never wear. Clayton (Bend) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Re: My Latest Video

Thanks for posting. Great way to see the countryside. Never been there before. That downhill at 9:25 looked fun. How much of it would you say you rode alone? How many riders were there? Did you use an edeluxe I headlight? The beam on my edeluxe ii light doesn't even show up on video. -- You

[RBW] Re: Ride Report & Musings on Bicycling as Joy

Interesting story. I know a guy who was a bike messenger in Baltimore back in the '80's. Funny how we lose our fun and freedom in bike riding. I am in the Baltimore area. Howard County. I recently lost my cycling computer and didn't buy another. Using my Funometer is much better. -- You

[RBW] Re: Price drop on El Fito at Ibex

I wash with ecover and dry flat. So far they haven't shrunk from what I can tell. I like the ease of movement with the larger sizes. It is funny because, as small a person as I am I don't see how anyone fits into a small or medium size bike short. Even when I first started cycling and bought

Re: [RBW] Re: good blug post on rim and disk brakes

When I look at a disk equipped wheel and I am less distressed by asymmetry of dish and am more concerned about the builder's resolution of which are inbound versus outbound spokes now that the hub is stopping the wheel under braking intend of the rim. The dearth of asymmetrically drilled rims

Re: [RBW] Re: How do you know what the VAT/duty is going to be if you buy from EU/Japan?

On 05/21/2016 08:21 AM, Deacon Patrick wrote: Any place that ships internationally (or more specifically outside the EU) will remove the VAT. Depending, it happens automatically on their site, or you have to talk with them (working with Hilltrek for my ventile it was manual). I've had

[RBW] Re: How do you know what the VAT/duty is going to be if you buy from EU/Japan?

US customs recently changed their policy, anything under $800 should not be hit with duty.. Now..tell me what are the liked EU and Japanese vendors? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] Re: How do you know what the VAT/duty is going to be if you buy from EU/Japan?

Any place that ships internationally (or more specifically outside the EU) will remove the VAT. Depending, it happens automatically on their site, or you have to talk with them (working with Hilltrek for my ventile it was manual). I've had customs delays, but never any fees. With abandon,

[RBW] Re: Price drop on El Fito at Ibex

FYI, this stuff should not shrink unless you really try to. I have lots of Ibex and it's all pre-shrunk. I believe that the dryer lowers the life-span of the garments, but does not shrink them. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Re: Getting the Quickbeam's chainline perfect!!

Kai, My set up is the same as Matt's and it's brilliant. The 107bb is what came with it, so I would start there. But as you say, you're in this route, so that route now mean a new bb and new cranks so what's to lose? As for the 32, Are you weight conscious? If not, why not keep it on there?

Re: [RBW] Re: How to keep your bike from getting stolen.

Most common user error is not putting a bit of grease on the threads. Next would be tightening too much. On Fri, May 20, 2016 at 3:38 PM, Sam Day wrote: > my oldest pitlock is 15years old - bought in Germany in 2001. no problems. > > mechanical awareness helps avoid stripping

Re: [RBW] How to trim skewer length without damaging thread?

For some - unknown to me - reason, using a belt sander to clean up the end always leaves a nice smooth end to the threads. But using a bench grinder always leaves a small and extremely sharp edge. So I always use the belt sander. Using a nut to straighten the tiny sharp edge does let you get the

[RBW] Re: Experience with mini "half clips" ?

I use V-O half-clips with White Industries pedals on my road bike, and they work great. The WI pedals are smooth, so I like the retention the half-clips give. Not the same connection as clipless or clips and straps, but better for me than flat pedals alone. --Tom in VA On Friday, May 20, 2016

[RBW] Santa Fe (half) century?

Well Patrick perhaps Sunday is still your day to do 50 miles. When was the last time you made your way through town and out to Tijeras? Then north or south from there are glorious. The climb and decent will allow to run through all three gears to try them in the wild, so to speak. -- You

[RBW] How do you know what the VAT/duty is going to be if you buy from EU/Japan?

There's no export duty payable, but you might have to pay import taxes and the customs brokerage fee when bringing stuff into the USA. Most of the goods will be duty free. (Import charges typically encompass duty, tax and brokerage - these are three separate items). When bringing stuff into