[RBW] Re: Platform Pedal Recommendation for Sam

On Monday, June 12, 2017 at 10:07:36 AM UTC-5, Austin B wrote: > I'm looking for a recommendation for a decent quality, inexpensive (<$40), > large platform pedal for my Sam Hillborne.  > > > I currently run Shimano XT SPD's on my Sam Hillborne but want platform pedals > as I'm planning to do

[RBW] Re: FS: 55CM Cheviot Orange

Bumping this listing. I can do $1600 shipped or $1500 for local pickup/delivery in the Sf Bay Area. 55cm Cheviot Orange Velocity built wheels - Velocity hubs, Atlas rims Soma New Express tires Tektro 559 brakes Nitto Tallux stem 70mm Albastache bars Shimano brake levers Silver/IRD stem shifters

[RBW] Re: Second (lighter) wheelset for my Atlantis?

OP here, clarifying a few things: I'm not really concerned about my fitness levels--I go plenty fast on my Mercian superlight. I just wanted to explore the idea of going a bit faster on my dearly beloved Atlantis, which is my preferred bike for many reasons. As for tires, my personal

[RBW] Re: Platform Pedal Recommendation for Sam

Apologies for the minor hijack, but I have a brand-new-in-box pair of VP-001s in black that are surplus to my requirements if anyone needs them. $44.00 shipped? PM me if interested, please and thanks. Jeff Hagedorn Los Angeles, CA USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[RBW] Re: Second (lighter) wheelset for my Atlantis?

Good thoughts from fellow forumites here. I'll add my $0.02. For my current favorite bike – 650b Ebisu All-Arounder, I now have one light wheelset with PL23 + EL Hetres and one slightly heavier one, Synergy + Lierres. For those "Sunday morning", good weather rides, I really like the *feeling*

[RBW] Re: Platform Pedal Recommendation for Sam

boom https://www.ebay.com/i/122531574535?chn=ps=1 -- 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-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to

Re: [RBW] Re: Comic Relief: CLOSE-RANGE crankset

On 06/12/2017 09:01 PM, GAJett wrote: "Crossover Gearing This refers to a derailer gear system in which the jumps between chainwheel sizes are approximately the same as the jumps between adjacent rear sprockets. This type of gear setup provides a particularly simple shifting pattern,

[RBW] Re: Platform Pedal Recommendation for Sam

I flycast and have a few different rods depending on the situation. I like to catch trout (they put up a good fight and are beautiful fish), but now that it's warm I'm more likely to catch bass. Doesn't really matter as I catch-and-release. I just like to catch fish and enjoy the peace away

Re: [RBW] Re: Comic Relief: CLOSE-RANGE crankset

"Crossover Gearing This refers to a derailer gear system in which the jumps between chainwheel sizes are approximately the same as the jumps between adjacent rear sprockets. This type of gear setup provides a particularly simple shifting pattern, requiring no double shifting at all, but at

[RBW] FS: 56cm Sam Hillborne double top tube

ok, round 1 of downsizing. I have a couple ways i'd sell it, but priority would go to someone who wanted the complete build. pickup can happen in the los angeles or mariposa california areas. if shipped, ill have a shop box it and ship via bikeflights at buyer's expense. ignore the front

[RBW] Ironweed and VO

[RBW] FS: NItto Albastache handlebar

I bought this from Riv couple of months ago to experiment on an old road bike. Used it for less than 50 miles total. It does have some scratches inflicted while sliding the brifters. $65 shipped (CONUS). -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: Platform Pedal Recommendation for Sam

PS, what kind of fishing are you doing? And can we see your bike fishing setup? On Monday, June 12, 2017 at 8:07:36 AM UTC-7, Austin B wrote: > > I'm looking for a recommendation for a decent quality, inexpensive (<$40), > large platform pedal for my Sam Hillborne. > > I currently run Shimano

[RBW] Re: Platform Pedal Recommendation for Sam

I have size 13 feet and the MKS sneaker pedals always felt great to me. They are $30 from Riv so they're within your budget and you can also support Riv. I do really like the VP pedals too, there's plastic ones that feel great available on the bay for around $20. VP Vice is my favorite pedal

[RBW] Re: Platform Pedal Recommendation for Sam

Thanks all. A couple of good options to consider! -- 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-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to

Re: [RBW] Second (lighter) wheelset for my Atlantis?

In regards to an "best" tire width per given size, I liken to any and all "bests". These are subjective to the beholder. Just because someone claims a best does not make it true for anyone else, no matter who claims it. Boulder Bikes and Compasss are business partners, so no surprise they share

Re: [RBW] Bike computer

Thanks, Bill and Patrick. That's what I thought... I wanted to make sure I didn't miss anything. Bill, I also thought of needing an app called I-breadcrumbs, more for getting back out of a hiking trail--you know how they can branch off. Roberta On Monday, June 12, 2017 at 6:42:14 PM UTC-4,

Re: [RBW] Why'd me tire blow?

Another vote of agreement on what Steve and Bill described as the probable cause. Sometimes the bead is not fully locked in place, the inflated tire lifts it off the rim enough for the tube to sneak out and booom! The tube explodes! It has happened to me with latex tubes. Tube folding and

Re: [RBW] Re: Comic Relief: CLOSE-RANGE crankset

It seems that all the 7 speed combinations are still available. That's not the case with 8, where many of the original combinations are no longer being offered. I'm personally very pleased that after many years of unavailability, the 12-32 8 speed that was originally issued as an XTR has

Re: [RBW] Bike computer

Roberta, I use paper map and compass, with iPhone as back up in the event I have no idea where I am. The basics of navigation are far simpler than "remember the exact route I took to get here, wherever here is." If I know where I want to go, and I can figure out where I am, how do I connect

Re: [RBW] Bike computer

Roberta I don't know if any of the apps spit out a reverse cue sheet based on where you rode or give you turn by turn directions to take you home after you've rambled yourself lost. I would name the app "i-breadcrumbs". When I stop to look at the screen to find my way, I'm using the screen

Re: [RBW] Second (lighter) wheelset for my Atlantis?

@Patrick Moore Patrick, I dont have any readily recalled studies on the subject to quote. I have consistently seen 32mm tires to be referred to as the optimum combination between comfort, speed and responsiveness for 700c rims and road geometry and 38mm tires for 650B rims. A few years ago I

Re: [RBW] Bike computer

Does either Strava or Cyclometer or any of the others reverse your trip with verbal or turn by turn "written" directions--perhaps I missed it? Right now, I only go exactly where I know I can backtrack, so I don't get lost. Or, do you use Google Maps or Waze for directions? Road directions,

Re: [RBW] Re: Comic Relief: CLOSE-RANGE crankset

Steve, Shimano makes a 13-34( plus others)) 7 speed in the HG-50 series now. They seem to be widely available worldwide, USA and Europe at least. https://www.sheldonbrown.com/harris/k7.html#7cassettes On Monday, June 12, 2017 at 5:55:03 PM UTC-4, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > > > Not only

Re: [RBW] Bike computer

I dislike everything I've used to attach a phone to my handlebars and don't bother anymore. I either carry it in a bag or pocked with Strava running and ignore it like others have mentioned, or I'll use my Wahoo Elemnt. That said, of the phone-on-bars things I've tried, I disliked this one the

Re: [RBW] Bike computer

Most of the time I stash it in a stem sack/bartender. I just want to know what else is out there. -J On Jun 12, 2017, 2:57 PM -0700, Bill Lindsay , wrote: > iPhone mounted to my handlebars?  yuck!  I toss it in my handlebar bag, or > wrap it in a bandanna in a jersey

Re: [RBW] Bike computer

iPhone mounted to my handlebars? yuck! I toss it in my handlebar bag, or wrap it in a bandanna in a jersey pocket. That way there's nothing dumb to distract me on my bars, so I can enjoy the ride, and then I can check my mileage when I get home. If I get lost and need the GPS for

Re: [RBW] Re: Comic Relief: CLOSE-RANGE crankset

On 06/12/2017 05:39 PM, GAJett wrote: Absolutely LOVE half-step+grannys. Think of them as a wide-range double where you can fine-tune your top gears. WAY too much to go in to right now but can't be beat. Frankly, I can't understand the "standard" 10-tooth defaults used for years. For

Re: [RBW] Bike computer

Related: For those of us who may want to just use their iPhone for the few times we want a computer what case/mount would folks recommend? -J -- 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: Comic Relief: CLOSE-RANGE crankset

WADAYA MEAN Comic Relief Looks like my cranksets! Newer one on my AHH is a 44/41/24 x 12-36 9-spd. 40-year old+ one on my Raleigh Comp a 49/46/26 x 13-26 6-spd. Absolutely LOVE half-step+grannys. Think of them as a wide-range double where you can fine-tune your top gears. WAY too much to go

Re: [RBW] Second (lighter) wheelset for my Atlantis?

I haven’t read this whole thread, so apologies if I’m restating this, but +1 on the advantages of nice tires. I run Grand Bois or Compass tires on almost all of my bikes—they will improve the ride and performance of anything but the worst (cast iron?) wheels, at a much lower cost. Run them as

Re: [RBW] Second (lighter) wheelset for my Atlantis?

Switched from Schwalbe Marathon 650Bx38 to the Compass LLP EL 650Bx38. Over the same routes in back to back weeks I was 1.5 mph faster on the Compass tires. Yeah, they're twice the cost, but would still be less expensive than new wheelset. Cheers! 7 year old AHH with 190# 62 year old motor --

Re: [RBW] Re: Comic Relief: CLOSE-RANGE crankset

I changed a lot of parts over the years. About 10 years ago I decided to restore it and started looking for original parts and could not find the Schwinn branded rear derailleur anywhere and ended up buying a 2nd 73 Paramount, that had all the original parts that mine was missing, but had

[RBW] Re: Platform Pedal Recommendation for Sam

Another ++ vote for sabots from VO and again aware over the over $40 cost. I got mine on the recent 20% off weekend. I've had a wide variety of pedals of all types and these are the best. Prior to trying these I'd have said Shimano Saints but these VOs almost eliminated some forefoot numbness

[RBW] Re: Comic Relief: CLOSE-RANGE crankset

I am learning a lot today. Have been riding for some time, but aside from vintage 10-speeds, I started riding with 8 speed indexed already. Thank you all! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

Re: [RBW] Re: Comic Relief: CLOSE-RANGE crankset

On 06/12/2017 04:27 PM, lconley wrote: I still have my 73 Paramount with 36-49-54 Campy triple crank and 14-31 Regina Oro freewheel. Amazing. Mine was a 72. By 1973 the LBS had already destroyed the Regina Oro freewheel trying to get it off, and I'd moved on to SunTours. How'd you make

[RBW] Re: Comic Relief: CLOSE-RANGE crankset

I still have my 73 Paramount with 36-49-54 Campy triple crank and 14-31 Regina Oro freewheel. On Monday, June 12, 2017 at 4:06:24 PM UTC-4, Garth wrote: > > > Half step plus gearing is great ! I used to run a 24/44/48 with 13-32 7 > sp. FW on one of my bikes. Since I still have the same

Re: [RBW] Re: Comic Relief: CLOSE-RANGE crankset

On 06/12/2017 04:06 PM, Garth wrote: Half step plus gearing is great ! I used to run a 24/44/48 with 13-32 7 sp. FW on one of my bikes. I had exactly the same crank setup with a 7 speed 13-34 cassette. It was very nice, but honestly these days crossover arrangements have left HSG

[RBW] Re: Comic Relief: CLOSE-RANGE crankset

Half step plus gearing is great ! I used to run a 24/44/48 with 13-32 7 sp. FW on one of my bikes. Since I still have the same FW's I may run it again if I get another bike that can take a large middle ring. Perspective is funny, since I am quite familiar with gear that used to be 5,6

[RBW] Re: Comic Relief: CLOSE-RANGE crankset

I had a Trek 620, which is what the listed crank came from. 50-45-28 was a great touring combination, actually. I'd set up a touring bike that way again. jim m walnut creek On Monday, June 12, 2017 at 12:24:46 PM UTC-7, Beaverton Bob wrote: > >

Re: [RBW] Re: Comic Relief: CLOSE-RANGE crankset

The fun 2017 thing to do is grind all the teeth off the big ring. Now it's a chain guard and you've got a supercompact double. Bill Lindsay El Cerrito Ca -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

Re: [RBW] Re: Comic Relief: CLOSE-RANGE crankset

half-step plus granny, not all that weird in and of itself. Not sure exactly how many teeth different, but if you want to half-step a pretty tight gear set to get super fine gears, that's how you would do it. On 06/12/2017 03:26 PM, 'Beaverton Bob' via RBW Owners Bunch wrote: *Should have

[RBW] Re: Comic Relief: CLOSE-RANGE crankset

It is called a half step plus granny. Back when you only had 5 or 6 cogs on the rear, you wanted all of them to count, so you set up the two big front chainrings to be able to split the difference between any of the rear cogs. For example, if the rears were 12% apart, the fronts were 6% apart.

[RBW] Re: Comic Relief: CLOSE-RANGE crankset

*Should have said, look closely AT THE SECOND PICTURE. Hint: It's a TRIPLE!* On Monday, June 12, 2017 at 12:24:46 PM UTC-7, Beaverton Bob wrote: > > https://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/bop/6172833571.html > > Hope the link works! Look closely to appreciate what I think is a VERY >

[RBW] Comic Relief: CLOSE-RANGE crankset

https://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/bop/6172833571.html Hope the link works! Look closely to appreciate what I think is a VERY close-range crankset. Regards, Beaverton Bob -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

Re: [RBW] Why'd me tire blow?

I also talc both tire and tube, my spare tubes are kept in sealed baggies coated with talc too . -- 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: Why'd me tire blow?

DP, did you visually check the tire to be sure the tube was clear, and as you inflated it did you eyeball the seating on the rim ? I do this with all my tires. With a slightly inflated tube in the tire on the rim, I squeeze the tire at the rim all the way around(every 6-8") and check both

[RBW] Re: FS: Parts for Sale - Phil, Paul, Sugino, Riv, & Misc

Some things have sold, please let me know if you're interested in anything remaining, thanks. -Sugino XD2 crank arms, 175mm / 100/74 BCD - *SOLD* -2x Riv Atlantis head badges, NOS, look to be some sort of enamel & not paint - $60/ea -Rear saddle bag support similar to OceanAir’s ‘Erlen’,

Re: [RBW] Why'd me tire blow?

Yes, Bill, Velocity Atlas, in this case. Thanks, all! I thought I'd it covered with my inflate the tube before inserting it, but obviously I need to augment my protocol. Grin. Thank you for the specifics! With abandon, Patrick On Monday, June 12, 2017 at 12:41:47 PM UTC-6, Bill Lindsay wrote:

[RBW] Re: Platform Pedal Recommendation for Sam

I wear a 14 and used to ride Wellgo MG-1's, which are slightly concave. When I started pedalling midfoot I changed to the Vice since it is flat. The MG-1 is among the widest of pedals, notably more than the Vice, but it's not an issue. -- You received this message because you are

Re: [RBW] Why'd me tire blow?

I'll just add one thing to what Steve said. You can have a tire's bead crawl off the rim without the tube necessarily being pinched underneath the bead. In particular if you have a rim with a deepish well, and the wheel is already on the bike and the bike is upright, this can happen. The

[RBW] Re: Platform Pedal Recommendation for Sam

Yeah - Sabot! Sorry I spelled that wrong. I actually have them on my Quickbeam and do like them. Very large platform. But as noted well about the $40 range. On Monday, June 12, 2017 at 1:22:36 PM UTC-4, Dave Small wrote: > > My feet are size 13, so I feel your pain. VO Sabot pedals are the

[RBW] PSA - Last chance on extra-balloony 700x55 Big Bens up at RivBike.com

I am no longer in the market for these (ended up getting a pair of Maxxis Torch) but for fans of the Big Ben, just noticed Riv has a few left of the now-discontinued 700x55 size, just a little bit bigger than the 700x50. I wanted these for my Joe but had trouble finding this largest size (I

[RBW] Schwalbe G One

I currently have super motos, which are the predecessor to the g one, on my clem, and also use it regularly on mild single track. I've had no issues with traction, but will admit that i don't push it as hard as i might on my mountain bike. Because of the low pressures for which the tire is

[RBW] Schwalbe G One

Hello again! Cutting to the chase, I'd like to put the 2.2 SGO on my Clem which will see mellow single track use as well as road and fire road/gravel stuff. Basically I ride my Clem anywhere the urge takes me while out on it. I find the Clem to be a bike that really has no limitations as long

Re: [RBW] Why'd me tire blow?

On 06/12/2017 11:35 AM, Deacon Patrick wrote: I was just inflating a tube with 3-4 patches in it on my newly reinstalled 2.1” Racing Ralphs. Pressure reached 30psi. BOOM! (I need at least a day for my brain to recover now.). I’m thinking I must have pinched the tube into the bead, though

[RBW] Re: Platform Pedal Recommendation for Sam

My feet are size 13, so I feel your pain. VO Sabot pedals are the best platform pedals I've ever used, but they retail for $90. MKS Sylvan pedals are well-made, almost as wide as the Sabots although narrower front-to-back, accommodate clips and straps if you ever want to use them, and retail

Re: [RBW] Second (lighter) wheelset for my Atlantis?

"...the 700c x 32mm combo is supposed to be the optimum for this "lively" feel..." Pano: where does this dictum come from? Can you give a source? Not a contradiction, just a question. Jan says, in effect, that tire width has no bearing on "liveliness" if weight is much the same and if suppleness

Re: [RBW] Second (lighter) wheelset for my Atlantis?

I would also suggest using narrower tires to the tune of 32 or 33 mm for the 700c wheels. Assuming the OP is on relatively smooth tarmac, the 700c x 32mm combo is supposed to be the optimum for this "lively" feel without sacrificing too much comfort. Pano On Monday, June 12, 2017 at 11:51:07

[RBW] Re: Second (lighter) wheelset for my Atlantis?

I think you don't need more stuff, just train more effectively/differently. It's so easy to just buy more stuff and think you can buy performance, but so hard to look at the motor and admmit all the money in the world won't buy a better motor. You see it everywhere, people spending endless $$

[RBW] Re: Platform Pedal Recommendation for Sam

I've got a pair of vp vice pedals in black. good general used condition some normal scratches. 20 bucks plus shipping of interested. I'd prolly use usps flat rate which is 7$ I think. PM me if interested. best, Richard -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

Re: [RBW] Bike computer

Cyclemeter; the free version. I've tried others including Strava, but find Cyclemeter the best compromise of easy and comprehensive. On Fri, Jun 9, 2017 at 11:55 AM, Broccoli Cog wrote: > What do you use for a bike computer if anything at all? In my past cycling > life I

Re: [RBW] Re: Why'd me tire blow?

If it was caused by creeping out from under the bead, your hole will be a slit. But: more than once I've cursed fate because a tube on a certain wheel kept blowing. No sign of pinching. I belatedly discovered that inadequate rim tape was letting the tube push it aside at a certain spoke hole,

[RBW] Re: Why'd me tire blow?

Great point, Garth. I've no idea. I'll take a look at it tomorrow (or when I can) and see what shows. If it is a pinch, I presume the hole will be on the side, at rim contact. With abandon, Patrick On Monday, June 12, 2017 at 10:02:05 AM UTC-6, Garth wrote: > > where exactly did the tube blow

[RBW] Why'd me tire blow?

It may have been a pinch, yes, but where exactly did the tube blow in relation to how it sat in the rim ? The boom kinda gives it away though that it was pinched somehow. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

[RBW] FS: Shopsack Med Olive

sold -- 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-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to

[RBW] Re: Second (lighter) wheelset for my Atlantis?

To expand Bill's point: the engine matters more than the wheels. Several thoughts: -- once up to speed there little cost to heavier rims, so unless your friends stop and start a lot, there will be little actual benefit other than lightening your wallet and increasing your acceleration. -- have

Re: [RBW] Second (lighter) wheelset for my Atlantis?

This is very true as a principle, but if John is already using Compass tires, even the standard model -- I take it that from his "beefy" qualification, it' not the extralight -- then gains from switching are probably going to be far less than switching from, say, one of the heavier Marathons.

[RBW] Re: Platform Pedal Recommendation for Sam

The VP pedals are nice, and deals can sometimes be found online for your desired price. The VO Grand Cru Sabot pedals are definitely above $40. Now also available in black. http://store.velo-orange.com/index.php/grand-cru-sabot-pedals.html Lots of reviews for wider flat pedals if you google

[RBW] Re: Looking for photos of Nitto Mark's Rack on the rear

Milk crates are popular in Boston area, and I see some Brooklyn Bikes crates, too. I'll mount a rear basket for carrying certain goods, but I prefer having a saddlesack. https://flic.kr/p/qAjNMh On Monday, June 12, 2017 at 1:41:56 AM UTC-4, Ash A wrote: > > After reading this thread I was

[RBW] Re: Second (lighter) wheelset for my Atlantis?

Thank you, Bill! Really, I just wanna keep up with my buds on slightly faster rides. "8-10% faster" was a perhaps silly attempt to quantify that. And in no way will I use these new wheels to justify a new frame. No, I mean it. No, that wasn't the Homer Hilsen page open in my browser window.

[RBW] Why'd me tire blow?

I was just inflating a tube with 3-4 patches in it on my newly reinstalled 2.1” Racing Ralphs. Pressure reached 30psi. BOOM! (I need at least a day for my brain to recover now.). I’m thinking I must have pinched the tube into the bead, though how I don’t know as the tube was partially inflated

[RBW] Re: Does anybody ride 75+ km with non-drop-bar handlebars?

Hi. Great looking bikes! Can you tell me which Notto flat bars are on your Heron? I have Soma's Noah's Arc on one of my bikes but these look nice. On Saturday, June 3, 2017 at 5:33:26 PM UTC-4, reynoldslugs wrote: > > I have flat bars on several bikes, and I enjoy them. I ride about 60% >

[RBW] Re: Platform Pedal Recommendation for Sam

I like both the VP Vice and the VP001. Would probably give the edge to the VP001 but they are both good. Have them on mutilple bikes and I am happy with them. Also Velo Orange has a wide pedal - think it is called the Shabot (?) without checking. On Monday, June 12, 2017 at 11:07:36 AM

[RBW] Platform Pedal Recommendation for Sam

Vp vice -- 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-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to

[RBW] Re: Second (lighter) wheelset for my Atlantis?

John G indicated that he wants to buy lighter wheels that will make him ride 8-10% faster with the same effort. He then asked if that was crazy talk. It may be crazy talk if you want that to obtain measurable and verifiable data that objectively shows that you are going faster without

[RBW] Platform Pedal Recommendation for Sam

I'm looking for a recommendation for a decent quality, inexpensive (<$40), large platform pedal for my Sam Hillborne. I currently run Shimano XT SPD's on my Sam Hillborne but want platform pedals as I'm planning to do some rides along the C canal and fishing the Potomac. For this, I'd like to

[RBW] Re: FS: Shopsack Med Olive

Hi Clayton, I'm interested. Are you going to cover shipping? On Sunday, June 11, 2017 at 12:07:48 PM UTC-4, Clayton.sf wrote: > > hi all, > > have one medium shopsack on olive for sale. shipped to CONUS for $50. > Excellent condition. > moved on to the large one. > > Clayton Scott > SF, CA > >

[RBW] Re: Second (lighter) wheelset for my Atlantis?

Thanks, all. Abyclehank asked, "What speed wheels are you looking for?" Let's say I'd like to speed up by 8-10% (15 mph to 16 mph). Is that crazy talk? RichS asked how much I've played with tire pressure. My answer: not much! I'm 195 lbs, and I run my 44cm Snoqualmie Pass tires at 50 PSI. The

[RBW] Re: Upright Bars

Looks like my riding position! Love the scarf! Tres chic and so French. I second your suggestion on the helmet. Thanks for posting this Eric. Regards, Richard On Monday, June 12, 2017 at 12:06:42 AM UTC-4, Eric Norris wrote: > > Here’s how French President Macron deals with backswept upright

[RBW] Re: Second (lighter) wheelset for my Atlantis?

John, A couple of thoughts: 1. How much have you played with tire pressure? 2. If you know someone who has a wheelset that meets your requirements maybe they would let you borrow it to check out before making the financial investment in your own wheels? FWIW my 53cm Atlantis runs 26"

[RBW] Re: Bike computer

I've never really had a computer installed on a bike. I've thought about installing a basic, reliable computer on my road bike as I would like something that tracks distance, speed and odo, like the OP is also considering. Something that always works and requires no managing. I do usually

[RBW] Re: Bike computer

I use Cateye Urbans on two bikes. It's fun to know how much carbon I am NOT putting into the air. Clayton -- 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

Re: [Ext] [RBW] Re: FS: 58 Simple One, Phil Hubs, Eno Crank and Eno FreeWheel, $1250

I'm interested. You may already have described, but I can't find -- can you give a brief description of condition and mileage? Sent from my iPhone > On Jun 10, 2017, at 2:59 PM, allenmichael wrote: > > $250 but I am open to being educated if that is not a fair price. > >

[RBW] Re: FS: Thunder Burt 29 x 2.1 SnakeSkin

Sold! Thank you for your interest. With abandon, Patrick On Sunday, June 11, 2017 at 7:35:33 PM UTC-6, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Sale pending. > > I have the first generation Hunqapillar. While it fits up to 2.25" there > isn't much room for mud and frame flex. Fenders, yes, depending on

Re: [Ext] [RBW] Re: New Riv Model - Newsletter

On Saturday, June 10, 2017 at 6:20:51 PM UTC-4, dstein wrote: > > Bill - how many rivendell's do you own now?!?! Can I have a couple ;) > > *I don't get the appeal of the upright mountain mixte.* I guess it > doesn't have to be upright, but they usually seem to be setup w/ albatross > bars. To

[RBW] Second (lighter) wheelset for my Atlantis?

I have had excellent results with H+Son Archetype and TB-14 (box section) rims. Another excellent, although significantly pricier, choice is the HED C2 Belgium and also the tubeless-ready HED Belgium Plus. The HED Belgium Plus is wider (internal width) than the rest although all of them are