Re: [RBW] FS: Nine Bridgestone Catalogs

In case you didn't see or are still considering this, nine Bridgestone catalogs. Also, consider an offer... Dave, who was #56 when Grant Petersen started the original Bridgestone Owners Bunch On 11/26/16 10:08 AM, David Hallerman wrote: Hello! Seeing SpeedyChix recent posting of four

Re: [RBW] FS ::: Sugino & Ritchey Cranksets - NEW

/sugino_mighty_tour_01.jpg On 11/26/16 4:32 PM, David Hallerman wrote: Hello! In my ongoing attempts to reduce the amount of bike stuff I own from "too much" to "just right," here are three cranksets for sale from Sugino and Ritchey. *Sugino Mighty Tour = $300* 170mm 50/34 chainrings

Re: [RBW] Re: FS ::: Mountain Bike Brake Levers, Suntour & Sachs - NEW

Hi Kai, Sorry, but those brakes had sold before I got your email. I think there was some reach adjustability, but not certain. Thanks for asking, Dave On 11/23/16 11:39 AM, Kai Vierstra wrote: Is there any reach adjustability on the Dia-Compe levers? I'm currently using the ugliest Avids

Re: [RBW] FS: 3 Nitto Stems, quill - New

All three sold. Thank you very much! On 11/20/16 1:02 PM, David Hallerman wrote: Hi, Three Nitto 1-inch quill stems for sale. Two are new, and the third is barely used, in excellent condition, with mild wear on lower part of quill. *Nitto Technomic, new = $40* * 100mm, 73° (0° rise

Re: [RBW] Best allen keys?

You don't need bicycle-brand hex keys to get great ones. Wera makes great ones, square at one end and Bondus-type at the other. Here's a 9-piece set, color-coded, rubber-coated...only $40. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009ODV0OE/ref=pd_sim_328_3 On 10/4/16 7:18 PM, Eric Norris wrote:

[RBW] FS: 4 Salsa Stems, quill, road - New NOS

Hello, Here are 4 Salsa steel stems for sale. /All of these stems are:/ 1-inch quill 26.0mm road clamp Steel, painted gloss black New, never used, perfect condition And, most important, festooned with colorful Salsa decals Here is each stem's specific price, along with reach/length and angle

[RBW] FS: Schwalbe Marathon Supreme tires, 26-inch - NEW

Good morning, Here's my last pair of 26-inch tires still available, Schwalbe Marathon Supreme. * 26-inch, aka ISO 559mm * foldable, kevlar bead * all new, never mounted * 26 x 2.0 * road & commuting tires Price per pair = $80 Price does not include shipping. Photo linked below and let me

Re: [RBW] FS: 7 Pairs of 26-Inch Tires - NEW

In case you didn't see this. And all prices are flexible, just like the tire beads. Dave, who loves good word play On 9/26/16 1:57 PM, David Hallerman wrote: Hello, With these 7 pairs of 26-inch tires for sale, here's what's the same about all of them: * 26-inch, aka ISO 559mm

[RBW] FS: 7 Pairs of 26-Inch Tires - NEW

Hello, With these 7 pairs of 26-inch tires for sale, here's what's the same about all of them: * 26-inch, aka ISO 559mm * foldable, kevlar bead * all new, never mounted (except one pair, which was mounted but never ridden) * all kept inside, stored in boxes, away from electric motors and

[RBW] FS: Sugino Alpina 800 Compact Cranks, silver - NEW

Hi, Rare to find nowadays, this totally new, never installed, perfect condition compact double Sugino Alpina 800 crankset has these features: * 170mm long * silver, cold-forged * 48/34 chainrings, ramped & pinned * 110BCD chainrings * typically takes 110mm long JIS square bottom bracket

Re: [RBW] Re: Covered Bridge Metric Century, Lancaster PA 8/21

And if it were sunny, I still wouldn't do this ride again. Did it about 6 years ago, and the one major downside is very little shade on the route. Most of the roads through open fields, and a hot sun is unrelenting. Would be a much better ride in early October. > On Aug 20, 2016, at 5:06 PM,

Re: [RBW] silly question re: cyclometers

The Padrone has a bigger screen than the Micro Wireless, but uses the same mount and transmitter. You can simply swap out one for the other. > On Jul 26, 2016, at 2:42 PM, 'Mark Etze' via RBW Owners Bunch > wrote: > > > Not sure what the difference is

Re: [RBW] silly question re: cyclometers

Oh, there are three levels of Cateye Padrone, and I was pointing to the least complex, least costly one. On 7/26/16 12:47 PM, David Hallerman wrote: Cateye Padrone. Basic, simple, large, well-built. - David Hallerman - On Jul 26, 2016, at 11:18 AM, bluebirdonabicycle <gentlemanonab

Re: [RBW] silly question re: cyclometers

Cateye Padrone. Basic, simple, large, well-built. - David Hallerman - > On Jul 26, 2016, at 11:18 AM, bluebirdonabicycle > <gentlemanonabicy...@gmail.com> wrote: > > Maybe its my age but its a confusing world looking at the many different > cyclometers (or whatever t

[RBW] FS: Shimano Sora shifters set - NEW

Hi, Some say Sora shifters are the best ones Shimano has made, because these are the ones that emulate the design of Campy shifters, with an "ear" lever on the insides of each unit. For sale here is the 3300 model, which means: * 8-speed rear * double chainrings * works with most Shimano

Re: [RBW] Re: A bit offtopic discussion of RivBike's shipping times

Of course, as the original poster noted, his package was being shipped via "Surepost" -- which literally does split the shipment between UPS (first) and USPS (second) and does not manage the differences between the two. (I know, Minh, you meant something else by "managing the differences.")

Re: [RBW] FS: SKF Bottom Bracket, Square Taper - totally NEW

*SOLD, and thanks!* On 3/22/16 11:06 AM, David Hallerman wrote: Hi, I'm selling this totally new SKF bottom bracket, in its original packaging, at approximately 25% off its normal selling price. _/Specs:/_ Length = 110mm Type = cartridge Taper = square JIS Spindle = symmetric Bearings

[RBW] FS: SKF Bottom Bracket, Square Taper - totally NEW

Hi, I'm selling this totally new SKF bottom bracket, in its original packaging, at approximately 25% off its normal selling price. _/Specs:/_ Length = 110mm Type = cartridge Taper = square JIS Spindle = symmetric Bearings = roller bearings on drive side; extra-large ball bearings on

Re: [RBW] Re: Prayers for all effected by violence

What change do we want? Well, since guns cross borders easily within the United States, I want a combination of national-level gun registration (a "well-regulated" situation, just as the Constitution calls for) and national-level gun control, which would be a limit to how many guns any

[RBW] FS: Cardiff Mercia Leather Saddle - White - NEW

Hi, I bet one of you would love to ride on an all-leather saddle that's white. This Cardiff Mercia is shaped like a Brooks B.17 saddle, with bag loops and basic measurements much like the fabled B.17. That is: Length = 285mm Width = 175mm But this Cardiff Mercia is white, with copper-plated

[RBW] FS: Brooks Swift, ti-rails, black - NEW

Hi, While the two B.17s have sold, the totally new titanium-rail Swift is still available. Note that "totally new" means never mounted, never Proofided (is that a verb?), stored inside, in perfect condition, in original box. *Brooks Swift, titanium rails, black (with saddle cover) = $230*

Re: [RBW] FS: Brooks Leather Saddles (3) - all NEW

The B.17 Standard has sold, but two are left...the B.17 Champion Special with the bigger rivets and titanium rails and the classic Swift with titanium rails. Dave Hudson Valley, NY On 11/19/15 1:27 PM, David Hallerman wrote: Hi, I have three totally new Brooks leather saddles for sale. I'm

[RBW] FS: Brooks Leather Saddles (3) - all NEW

Hi, I have three totally new Brooks leather saddles for sale. I'm the original owner of all three, but at this point, they might be surplus to my requirements...might be. Note that "totally new" means never mounted, never Proofided (is that a verb?), stored inside, in perfect condition, in

Re: [RBW] WTB: Nitto 25.4mm Moustache Bar

Hi David, Do you want the 25.4mm Moustache bars just for that clamp size? Or do you also want the Moustache bars that take mountain bike shifters and brake levers? If yes to the second question, I have the Hsin Lung Moustache bars with that configuration: 25.4mm and mountain bike stuff.

Re: [RBW] Re: Will Phil Wood hub bolts keep a fixed gear rear wheel in place?

Same for me on my Gunnar StreetDog. I've had Phil track hubs on that single-speed for 15 years now, I don't ogre (love the word in this context!) tighten them either, although I tighten them firmly. And they've held fine. You are talking the rear hubs that have 6mm hex head bolts, yes?

Re: [RBW] A flat? Really?

Different tube on the Soma than previously on the Schwalbe? Perhaps the flat had nothing to do with the new tires...unless you found an obvious cause. On Jun 21, 2015, at 12:04 PM, Andy Williams awilliam...@gmail.com wrote: After about three years, tons of miles and finally some cracks

Re: [RBW] Re: Threaded Headset Recommendation

Wow, a testimonial with the following points being made: * Tightening was tricky. * Doesn't have the feel of other headsets. * Difficult to install upper and lower races. * Much greater difficulty. * Chrome stripped off. Wow, please don't offer a testimonial to this post of mine. Dave, who

Re: [RBW] Threaded Headset Recommendation

Price does not equal value, and price does not equal cost. While Chris King headsets cost more than most, they last and last. Therefore, their actual cost tends to be far less than headsets with lower prices. For instance, I recently removed a threaded Chris King headset from a bike that has

Re: [RBW] Re: Threaded Headset Recommendation

And that's why the gods invented editors. /*smile*/ Dave, who has worked as both a writer and an editor in his life and so intimately knows both sides of that delicate dance On 5/26/15 12:52 PM, George Schick wrote: Heh. OK, maybe testimonial was a poor choice of words. How about

Re: [RBW] 160 pound bike lock for A. Homer Hilsen

Beautiful dog. Two of my lifetime three favorite things -- dogs and bicycles. On 5/21/15 8:04 PM, Doug Williams wrote: All new Rivendell owners worry about bike theft. Here is my solution: the 160 pound bike lock. A biological lock, the would be thief must pass simultaneous visual, auditory,

[RBW] REVISED FS: Rivendell Road Standard, Frameset

I've made it easier to buy this Rivendell bike. Too often, a whole bike has parts too specific to match up with another person's desires, let alone also the size. So now it's simple. I'm selling just the frame and fork for *$1300, plus shipping.* Check or postal money order is fine. PayPal

Re: [RBW] Seriously?

Oh yeh, that eBay seller (pb*bikes) has some nice stuff -- but ALWAYS has absurdly high asking prices. In this case, for a used water bottle, he sounds off this planet. Don't know how he makes a go of it, but I'm guessing starts absurdly high to encourage some people to buy at simply high

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Road Standard, whole bike or f/f - Near-New

Hi Erl, Thanks for your comments. Yes, as we all know, part of the fun of bicycles is in selecting parts, which is one reason why I prefer to sell the whole Rivendell and not just the frame and fork. But if someone has his own selection, awaiting a frameset like my Riv, I'm okay with

Re: [RBW] Grant's review in WSJ

For any article in the WSJ, don't use provided links. Instead, copy the article title and use it for a Google search. By going through Google, that will open the door for the WSJ piece, such as this one. On 4/12/15 3:14 PM, 'Tim' via RBW Owners Bunch wrote: Patrick, the link you posted

Re: [RBW] Is my BB installed unsafely?

Well, that is pushing the limits for a Phil Wood bottom bracket. One question about safety: What kind of lube or anti-seize or threadlock did you use on the Phil Wood mounting rings? Also, when I've installed Sugino AT crank arms as compact doubles, I've found they need 123mm long spindles,

Re: [RBW] Is my BB installed unsafely?

The blue solution that came with the Phil cups? That's threadlock, and that's been my favorite for Phil cups. Although I've found that anti-seize, copper not nickel, can also work well...as long as the cups are properly tightened. But wow, a 113 spindle might be why you needed both 5mm of

Re: [RBW] Re: Is my BB installed unsafely?

The 127mm is only needed for the Sugino AT as a triple, not as a compact double. But yes, the Shimano UN72 was one of the nicer resonably priced BB's ever sold. On 4/9/15 12:00 PM, Garth wrote: That would be a no-go if it were my bike . With a Sugino AT , when my original BB needed

[RBW] FS: Carradice Saddlebags - NEW Near-New

Hi, Two bags for sale here: *(1) **Carradice Lowsaddle Longflap*, which is brand new, with the tags sill attached. *(2) Carradice Zip Roll *(aka Zipped Roll), which I used for two short rides. This bag is flexible, since it can work as either a saddlebag or a handlebar bag. I'm sure you

Re: [RBW] Re: Stainless dropouts on non-custom Rivendell models?

Yes, it seems to be a Waterford thing, as with the Gunnar frame that came to live with me only yesterday and has shiny stainless steel dropouts. But I don't know if they need to be brazed, since the Gunnar is a welded frame. On Mar 21, 2015, at 8:53 PM, Dave Johnston jdi...@gmail.com wrote:

[RBW] FS: Rivendell Maxy Fasty 650B x 33mm Tires - NEW Near New

Hello, I've got more bikes and bike parts than I have time. These are the black/tan skinwall Riv 650B tires with a folding kevlar bead and checkerboard tread, with a road-friendly 33mm width. Made in Japan. The used tires are truly near-new, 9.5 out of 10 condition In this case, near-new

[RBW] FS: New Chainring Sets, 48/38/26 50/40/28

Hi, These are the Engagement Ring series from Quality Bike Parts a few years ago. These chainring sets are made-in-USA, high-quality, 7075 aluminum, straight-sided (no ramps or pins). And these chainrings are, as you can see in the pictures linked below, all new, never-installed, perfect

[RBW] FS: Vittoria Wool Trainer, near-new, size L

Hi, I'm selling a great wool garment. This rich red Vittoria wool trainer, linked here -- https://dl.dropbox.com/u/24440195/vittoria-wool-trainer.jpg -- in a borrowed photograph, might be the single most elegant bit of cycling-related clothing I've ever owned. Why am I selling it? I just

[RBW] FS: Shimano Deore XT top-mount thumbshifters - NEW, NOS

Hi, I have something old and cute for sale. Now I don't normally use the term NOS, because 10 years, for example, isn't old stuff to me. But these classic Deore XT M-732 top-mount, flat-bar thumbshifters are the real thing, new in original packaging, never mounted, never used, perfect

[RBW] FS: Bridgestone RB-2 frame/fork, 56cm or 57.5cm

Hi, This 1994 Bridgestone RB-2 I'm selling is in amazingly excellent condition for a bike of that age. While there are some scratches by the dropout, and some decals are cracked, the paint is shiny and there's no rust or dents. Also, while common for the RB-1, this was a rare size for an

[RBW] Update - FS: Shimano Bar-End Shifters, NEW

Hi, The 7-speed bar-ends have sold. And, to encourage, some lower prices for the two remaining 8-speed bar-end shifters: With cables and housing = $65 With cables but no housing = $60 And those prices are with free Priority Mail shipping. Smiles, Dave == On 2/3/13 1:02 PM, David

[RBW] FS: Shimano Bar-End Shifters, NEW

Hi, I have three sets of Shimano bar-end shifters for sale. All are new, never installed, perfect condition. All prices include free Priority Mail shipping. All are Ultegra level, which means they'll index with any 8-speed or 7-speed Shimano set-up, respectively, road or mountain, but won't

[RBW] FS: Phil Wood Titanium bottom bracket, 113mm

Hi, I need to sell a few parts, and I thought someone here could use this Phil Wood bb. The specs for this classic, and rebuildable, square-taper bottom bracket with a titanium spindle: Length: 113mm, zero offset (symmetrical) Type: JIS (aka, not Campy) Condition: excellent, pretty low

Re: [RBW] Grant on Brian Lehrer

On 7/23/12 3:42 PM, Peter Morgano wrote: Shame that the alot of the city is still stuck in Robert Moses mode Well, since 54% of households in New York City do not own a car -- a lower percentage of car ownership than any other city in the US of A -- perhaps the a lot being stuck is totally

Re: [RBW] Nitto Max Stem Height Question

All text and any min/max insertion line should be in the steerer tube and not visible. Typically, a quill stem gives you 65mm to 75mm, measured from the long part in the back, that needs to be inserted fully into the steerer. Dave, who still remembers this foolish fellow who had his quill a

[RBW] FS: Woolistic LS Jersey, large, near-new

For Sale Faema Woolistic long-sleeve wool jersey, size large. Classic look with three-pocket rear. Bought from Vintage Velos. Near new, worn once, maybe twice. Kept sealed away from moths and other bad things. $115 shipped via Priority Mail. PayPal best way to pay. Dave, who loves wool

[RBW] FS: TA Zephyr Triple crankset, NEW

Hi, I listed this before, thought I had a buyer, but the fellow just never followed through. So...for sale: TA Zephyr triple crankset, new in box with supplied chainring bolts and new TA Zephyr chainrings 50/40/28 in silver. If you know this crankset, you know how beautiful it is, how

[RBW] Re: FS: TA Zephyr Triple crankset, NEW

Oh yes, it's 170mm long... On 3/2/11 8:45 AM, David Hallerman wrote: Hi, I listed this before, thought I had a buyer, but the fellow just never followed through. So...for sale: TA Zephyr triple crankset, new in box with supplied chainring bolts and new TA Zephyr chainrings 50/40/28

[RBW] FS: Dura-Ace EX front derailleur, NOS

Hi Selling a classic, early-model Shimano Dura-Ace front derailleur. This is the model FD-7200, with a 28.6mm clamp. New in box, perfect condition. Price = $75, with shipping to the CONUS included PayPal best way to pay. Dave, who when this model front derailleur first came out was still

Re: [RBW] On shipping bike parts to our two finest states

Ian, you're a ceremonious kind of guy! On 2/18/11 3:29 PM, Ian Dickson wrote: I usually don't get in touch with them even if I want the item. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to

Re: [RBW] On shipping bike parts to our two finest states

Actually, USPS does charge extra by distance, including the 49th and 50th states. At one point, the USPS did not use zones in their shipping charges. But for a few years now, zones are part of the pricing. On 2/18/11 3:29 PM, Ian Dickson wrote: For small things like derailleurs, cranks,

[RBW] Re: FS: Dura-Ace EX front derailleur, NOS

As I regularly tell my wife: I'm stubborn, but logic can convince me. Ian is not my wife, but he has logic. So, revision: Price = $75, with shipping in the US included == On 2/18/11 3:07 PM, David Hallerman wrote: Hi Selling a classic, early-model Shimano Dura-Ace front derailleur

[RBW] FS: Suntour XC Pro Canti Brakes, NOS

Hi, For sale: Suntour XC Pro cantilever brakes, front and rear. NOS, new-in-bag (not box), never mounted, perfect condition. These are the last-generation bronze color ones, and they work fine with road brake levers like Ergo or STI, as well as with old-style mountain bike brake levers. $75,

Re: [RBW] Re: Mixing Campy 10 and Shimano 9 - Zinn article?

+1 to Aaron. I also have used 10-speed Campy shifters with 9-speed Shimano cassettes and rear derailleurs, using the Jtek Shiftmate gizmo -- and it works flawlessly for me, too. Why try all these kludge solutions, when the Jtek is inexpensive and works so well? On 5/21/10 8:39 PM, Aaron

Re: [RBW] Re: $300 Sugino Double Crankset

The links to Velo Orange and Ben's Cycle are for the newer (current) Alpina/Cospea. The original one, which is even sleeker -- I own both, so have seen more than pix -- can be seen here: http://www.jitensha.com/eng/cospeacrnk_e.html or here, the bottom one: http://taticycles.com/p/25

Re: [RBW] Re: $300 Sugino Double Crankset

And if the Cospea/Alpina in black works for you, as well as the Octalink bottom bracket, here's one for only $151: http://www.benscycle.net/index.php?main_page=indexcPath=75_128_135_772 I have the silver Cospea, and this black one. And they are exactly the same, except for being anodized (not

Re: [RBW] Re: $300 Sugino Double Crankset

As Michael Hechmer wrote: I like the Cospea very much. It is gorgeous and works great. +23 to that. The Cospea is among the most beautiful cranks ever made, in my eyes. The only ones as attractive are the TA Zephyr Light and the first-and-second generation Shimano Dura-Ace (7400 or 7402),

Re: [RBW] Re: Question about women's riding clothes (not for me)

+1 from my wife, too...likes and loves Ibex upperwear, for cycling and the rest of life, but has had problems with their shorts. Their smallest size women's shorts were too big on her, and she has strong cyclist butt and thighs (not skinny there). So if the smallest size was too big, that

Re: [RBW] Re: WAS: AT 0154 NOW: Sugino AT spindle length

+1 data point. I have a Sugino AT, with 48/34 double chainrings on a BStone RB-1. And I'm also using a 123mm Phil Wood bottom bracket, with good chainline and clearance between small ring and chainstay. Dave, who successfully used a 127mm Shimano cartridge bottom bracket when he had a Sugino

Re: [RBW] Re: 8-Speed Jtek Bar End Shifter

That was true until recently. But in fact, one of Jay Guthrie's loved ones, his son Ryan, is now running the business. http://www.jtekengineering.com/ At this point, they're only selling the ShiftMate. But the website says Other products will be added again in time. So I'd give Ryan a call,

[RBW] FS: Biopace Chainrings, 46/36/26 - NOS

Hi, I'm selling a set of Shimano Biopace II chainrings, NOS, entirely unused. These are the highest quality ones; originally on a new Shimano Deore XT crankset. Silver color. As the subject line says: 46, 36, and 26 teeth. Price = $65, with shipping to the CONUS included PayPal best way to

Re: [RBW] Protecting the top tube from brake cable

A length of cable housing liner and two donuts at either end works perfectly. Do a search for cable housing liner, and you'll find things like this: http://tinyurl.com/yd9oefw That one is black...I've also seen it in white... Dave, who uses liner for top tube brake cable routing and for under

[RBW] FS: Nitto Handlebars (3)

Hi, Three Nitto road handlebars for sale. Prices include Priority Mail shipping to CONUS. PayPal best way to pay. * Model 176 (called Dream Bars by Rivendell), size 44 cm (c-c), 26.0 mm clamp. Near new condition. Price = $40 * Model 176 (called Dream Bars by Rivendell), size 42 cm (c-c), 26.0

[RBW] Re: Why have American Classic seatposts been overlooked by the RBW and BOBish crowd?

I've had broken bolt problems with American Classic. The tilt angle screw is tiny, and doesn't take much stress. In contrast, the absolute best seatpost for ease of changing tilt angle was the Suntour XC Pro or Superbe Pro. Easy, as in it-takes-seconds, even with saddle bag attached -- since

[RBW] Re: Carbon forks

The responses to this thread on carbon forks makes me think of a book review in this week's New Yorker magazine: http://www.newyorker.com/arts/critics/books/2009/11/02/091102crbo_books_kolbert The book is On Rumors: How Falsehoods Spread, Why We Believe Them, What Can Be Done. And the theme

[RBW] Re: Update: Ethics: What to do if I am scammed by a list member?

Your story is an argument for always shipping using a tracking number. Offers security for both sender and receiver. Heck, nowadays USPS Priority Mail is pretty inexpensive, and if you do it -- the postage -- online, the confirmation tracking is free (as is a discount). Dave, who likes to

[RBW] Re: wool jerseys

Oh yes, Earth Wind and Rider has made some high-quality, lovely jerseys. Classic look. And they made wool jerseys in women's sizes, which has pleased my wife a lot. However -- and I've emailed or talked with the owner several times -- it's not that the customer service has dropped, I'd say,

[RBW] Re: wool jerseys

Of my too-many wool jerseys, only the Kucharik ones are thick enough, with a dense weave, to work in temps in the 30s. Even then, I have a couple of layersw of wool, like from Ibex or Rivendell's Aussie wool crewnecks, underneath, and I like a nylon vest on top. But all the Woolistic-made

[RBW] FS: Davidson Frameset, All-Steel, 56.5 cm

Hi, For sale, a Davidson Signature frameset, handmade in Seattle (says the decal). Includes frame, fork, and Chris King 2-Nut headset. It's all-steel, in excellent condition, pretty light, quite shiny and perhaps a bit more purple than the pictures show (the Seattle decal shows color best).

[RBW] FS: Rivendell Road Standard, 56cm

Hi, I'm selling one of my two Rivendell Road Standard framesets. This is Waterford-built, circa 1995, made from Reynolds 753 tubing, with the fork being Reynolds 531. This is a fine general-use road bike -- great for daytrips, club rides, even has braze-ons for a rack. Very stable, with

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