Re: [RBW] Racks for Hubbuhubbuh

2019-06-19 Thread Paul Burns
As my much more handy than I am brother used to say: If it doesn’t fit, get a bigger hammer! —thanks Paul > On Jun 19, 2019, at 10:37, M G wrote: > > I had a tubus on it for awhileeverything is bendable, esp the racks with > detachable struts. Easy to bend, “cold forge” using an anvil.

Re: [RBW] Racks for Hubbuhubbuh

2019-06-18 Thread Paul Burns
Ok, I did my deep breathing and can settle on a Tubus if it is silver: has anyone tried one, please? -- 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] Racks for Hubbuhubbuh

2019-06-18 Thread Paul Burns
Thanks, Joe Yeah, I called them last night and they said Nittos weren’t really wide enough, consider Tubus. I think I am being immature and in denial, about a bike rack. Hmm. —thanks Paul > On Jun 17, 2019, at 18:29, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Hmm, that's a tough one. Maybe you can call

[RBW] Racks for Hubbuhubbuh

2019-06-17 Thread Paul Burns
I've read all the older posts I can find, but would appreciate an update: what beautiful silver rack are you running on a Hubbuhubbuh with disc drag brake? Ideally my rack would be Nitto and Riv-supplied (I know MG is running a Nitto R15) My goal: not touring, just to be able to carry two

[RBW] #ClemWaiting

2019-06-14 Thread Paul Burns
I pre-ordered a green Clem L for my wife. (My son has a silver one a size up that I secretly ride and love. When I gave it to him he said, Really, it’s for me? SICK! (Apparently current young slang for surprising/unusual and excellent)) It is a surprise for my wife and I cannot wait til it

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for HHH tandem

2019-06-12 Thread Paul Burns
thanks--that's interesting and helpful. I'm a little concerned about what i might be contributing to the environment with all the sealant I would use and its related packaging/transport/embedded energy/etc. i don't change tubes very often and can just pump them up with elbow grease when needed.

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for HHH tandem

2019-06-12 Thread Paul Burns
wrote: > > On Sunday, June 9, 2019 at 2:25:27 PM UTC-6, Paul Burns wrote: >> >> Looking for tires for HHH, 70% on paved road, 30% dirt roads. Would >> really prefer tan sidewall. Compass sound great, but am concerned re >> flats/durability. Considering WTB Horiz

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for HHH tandem

2019-06-09 Thread Paul Burns
Looking for tires for HHH, 70% on paved road, 30% dirt roads. Would really prefer tan sidewall. Compass sound great, but am concerned re flats/durability. Considering WTB Horizon 47 and Panaracer GravelKing 48. Which would be better? Any other (wider) suggestions? Also: am assuming

Re: [RBW] It is summer: updated sandal discussion?

2019-06-09 Thread Paul Burns
Of the bedrocks, which is best? Thank you -- 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

[RBW] Re: Rivendell tandem builds

2019-06-08 Thread Paul Burns
M G Thank you so much for showing me your fine bike. I forgot to ask (and others may be interested as well): —what is the lever/handlebar mount for your drag brake? —what kickstand do you use? —which rear rack? Thanks again! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell tandem builds

2019-06-06 Thread Paul Burns
Thanks. Looking forward to it! —thanks Paul > On Jun 5, 2019, at 21:30, M G wrote: > > @Paul BurnsI'm in the Berkshires, near GB / you can take a look in person. > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to a topic in the Google > Groups &qu

[RBW] Re: Rivendell tandem builds

2019-06-05 Thread Paul Burns
Thanks, MG—beautiful bike and very helpful description. Anyone else have an update/suggestions/advice/pics? I’d be looking to ride it 80% on tarmac and 20% on dirt roads in the rural hills of Berkshire County, Massachusetts, ideally with some sort of baskets/panniers to get groceries. Also:

[RBW] Rivendell tandem builds

2019-06-03 Thread Paul Burns
How did they all work out? How do you like the tandems? Things you would change in your build? Things you love? PICS? -- 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,

[RBW] Re: Tires for 2000/2001 Toyo Atlantis with 50mm SKS fenders

2019-06-03 Thread Paul Burns
Thanks, Bob. I just ordered the Shikoro 42s and will update the thread if they fit under my SKS P50s. On Monday, June 3, 2019 at 9:23:15 AM UTC-4, Bob K. wrote: > > Paul, > > I have no experience with these tires on the Atlantis, nor do I run them > with fenders, but both 42 and 48 Shikoros

[RBW] Re: Tires for 2000/2001 Toyo Atlantis with 50mm SKS fenders

2019-06-02 Thread Paul Burns
Thank you all so much—very helpful. Appreciate the depth of wisdom and the generosity on this forum. -- 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] Re: Tires for 2000/2001 Toyo Atlantis with 50mm SKS fenders

2019-05-31 Thread Paul Burns
John Aha—hadn’t seen that, thanks. I wonder how the Honjos vary from SKS terms of capaciousness. —thanks Paul > On May 30, 2019, at 20:40, 'John Hawrylak' via RBW Owners Bunch > wrote: > > Paul > > The Compass site shows a 700C 50/51mm Honjo fender (H47/H50) accommodates a > max tire

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for 2000/2001 Toyo Atlantis with 50mm SKS fenders

2019-05-31 Thread Paul Burns
William Thank you very much. Which type/size fenders do you have? —thanks Paul > On May 30, 2019, at 23:50, William! wrote: > > I’ve run both 42mm and 48mm Shikoros on my 61cm Toyo, with fenders. 48mm is > somewhat tight but I’ve had no issues with it. > > -- > You received this message

[RBW] Tires for 2000/2001 Toyo Atlantis with 50mm SKS fenders

2019-05-30 Thread Paul Burns
How wide do you think I can go? Would Compass Snoqualmie Pass (700Cx44) work? And if so, are they too delicate for regular use? Any views on Soma Shikoro 42mm? Panaracer Gravel Kings (only go up to 38mm in 700C) Will be riding mostly on country roads, but sometimes dirt with rocks (c.

[RBW] FS: 52cm Homer (Toyo)

2019-05-27 Thread Paul Burns
Alan, can you tell about about those things down by the spoke nipples? Thank you -- 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: Maintenance advice, please

2019-05-21 Thread Paul Burns
s. If your bike is staying on the ground, or is getting > flipped upside down, then your best advice will come from the less-snobby > maintenance wing of iBobs. > > Bill Lindsay > El Cerrito, CA > > On Tuesday, May 21, 2019 at 8:30:41 AM UTC-7, Paul Burns wrote: >> >>