[RBW] Re: Anyone know what this is?

2021-07-01 Thread davidcha
That looks like a clip-on chain hanger. Here's a link to a similar one (in black): https://defietsenmaker.nl/product/chain-hanger-for-rear-stay-clip-on-frame/?v=796834e7a283 Dave On Sunday, June 27, 2021 at 6:35:51 AM UTC-7 Johnny Alien wrote: > I just picked up a Saluki and it has this odd

[RBW] Re: Crust Leather Bar assessments?

2017-06-08 Thread davidcha
I rode with the Crust bars for a couple of weeks. Pro's: great leverage, especially when climbing out of the saddle; endless hand positions; slight flex for shock absorption; good conversation starters. Con's: Not great if you ride on the hoods; felt too close for comfort when riding in

[RBW] Re: The Ocean Air Cycles Docena is totally awesome.

2016-06-02 Thread davidcha
Yes, that front roll gives an alternate access to items in the lower section of the bag. It's especially nice on those rainy rando rides - you know there's a cache of undisturbed dry items in there! +1 on the Berthoud decaleur. Super easy installation and it is pretty bombproof. I would

[RBW] Run wiring in fender or along fender/chain stays?

2015-12-05 Thread davidcha
Are you mounting the taillight directly on your rear fender? If so, Then I would assume your fenders stay on year round so I would run the wiring inside the rolled edge. If you're mounting on a rear rack or seat post, etc., then external wiring may give you more flexibility, especially if

Re: [RBW] Re: Fenders: Cream or Silver?

2015-08-20 Thread davidcha
Just to throw a curveball your way, what about black hammered fenders? Handsome makes some pretty nice looking ones in 2 sizes, and they might be easier to keep clean than either cream or silver ones...here's a link: http://handsomecycles.com/products/black-fenders?variant=1225965185 -- You

[RBW] Coolest cycling cap?

2015-04-11 Thread davidcha
I have a lot of caps, but my coolest one is my Tarik Saleh bike club cap. Yes, Randi Jo makes these awesome wool caps for many folks, but this is the only one that starts conversations: who is that, etc. And my kids think it's just 1% less-weird than my other cycling caps! Get yours at:

Re: [RBW] Naked cotton tape

2015-03-03 Thread davidcha
I use Newbaum's cloth tape bare and it has been weathering very well for me. I usually wear gloves, however, so that may affect the sweat buildup. That said, I've ridden in many a deluge and it seems like the tape gets tighter and tighter each time it dries. It's a harlequin pattern and I

[RBW] Ride Report: An account of my circumnavigation of the Great Lake Ontario on an A. Homer Hilsen.

2014-07-15 Thread davidcha
Great report - looks like a fun ride! Pity about Toronto drivers though. Thanks for posting this. - Dave -- 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: knicker recommendations?

2014-07-10 Thread davidcha
For summer wear I like the Castelli knickers. Although synthetic, they are lightweight, have a decent bib, and a good chamois. For fall/winter wear, I love the Ibex El Fito 3/4 wool knickers (either with or without bibs). I live in those from October - March. Did I mention I love these? -

[RBW] Which 700C fenders fit Mafac Racers?

2014-05-13 Thread davidcha
I'm running a set of 41mm fluted Honjo's with my Mafac Racers. Plenty of room and a good fit overall. I just searched for them and I'm not sure they're still being made... FYI: I run 700C x 28mm Continental 4000s on this bike. I tried to run some 30mm (32's) Grand Bois Cypress but they

[RBW] Re: Hanging vs Platform Hitch Bike Carriers

2014-03-20 Thread davidcha
I've been using a Thule hanging rack out of a 2 hitch for many years now. It holds 4 road bikes with no problems - steel, carbon, titanium, no matter. To prevent swinging, tire rotation, or other instability, it has a lower swingarm with loops on it to attach straps. Just load the bike,