You can buy them now:
https://www.deere.com/en_US/industry/commercial/our_offerings/tweel/tweel.page
On Sunday, April 23, 2017 at 1:01:31 PM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote:
>
>
> http://gizmodo.com/bridgestones-airless-tires-will-soon-let-cyclists-aband-1794492775
>
> With abandon,
> Patrick
>
>
Bailey's Wild Ass Jeans. Not my first choice for riding, but by far the
best bang for the buck for work pants. I have several pairs of the double
layer for timber work that I do.
that require staking. This can be an issue on rocky ground.
On Thursday, February 16, 2017 at 3:14:08 PM UTC-5, doc wrote:
>
> I have two smaller tents that get pressed into service for bike camping.
> The first is a used Kelty Gunnison 2 person that runs about 4 pounds and
> sets u
I have two smaller tents that get pressed into service for bike camping.
The first is a used Kelty Gunnison 2 person that runs about 4 pounds and
sets up lightening fast. I take that if I'm going to be out more than a
few days (because of the extra room for changing clothes, etc...) or if it
Take a look at a Montbell bag. They have diagonal elastic seams which
normally keeps the bag snug against the body (quicker to heat up) but will
also expand when you stretch out. I believe they are now made in Viet Nam.
On Thursday, February 16, 2017 at 2:02:28 PM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote:
>
I've had a c19 on my LHT for about a month after going through no less than
5 other saddles to replace a B67 that wore out. I love the narrow nose but
wish the sit-bone area was flatter, although the slight curve is not a deal
breaker and not uncomfortable. HOWEVER... it is rock hard with
I almost forgot the bike content: I have the RidewithGPS app installed on
the Fire.
On Saturday, August 27, 2016 at 6:11:04 PM UTC-4, Patrick Moore wrote:
>
> I have an old Kindle Fire, which someone onlist very kindly donated. The
> battery is losing hold, and I'd like a slightly more
I recently bought a Kindle Fire v5 from Amazon for $30. It has the "blue
shade" feature which allows reading at night with some of the light
spectrum filtered out. Also, I found a software hack to download that
allows installing apps that are otherwise blocked (B Nook, etc...)
without
Eye contact.
On Monday, July 11, 2016 at 4:57:58 PM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote:
>
> It sounds simple enough. My daughters (oldest 2 13 and 15) can talk about
> the principles of 2 and 4 ways stop signs in the comfort of our home. But
> learning to ride them, with drivers who may or may not
Eager to get your impressions of the C19.
On Sunday, May 29, 2016 at 6:38:11 AM UTC-4, masmojo wrote:
>
> Dead split between people who've had an issue & those who haven't!? Still,
> worrisome I have about a dozen bikes with Brooks saddles, including a C-17
> (good so far, but it's only got a
t; usually won't clear a tire bigger than 45mm and forget about
> fenders.
>
> Bill Lindsay
> El Cerrito, CA
>
> On Thursday, May 26, 2016 at 10:22:53 AM UTC-7, doc wrote:
>>
>> I have used Cane Creek interrupter levers with V brakes. While not the
>>
I have used Cane Creek interrupter levers with V brakes. While not the
best for stopping power because of the shorter cable pull, they will slow
the bike if the pads are set fairly close. The "regular" levers were the
long pulls offered by Tektro, and one could feel the difference. Another
Ha! That was my first thought until I opened the link. doc, father of
Hazard.
On Wednesday, May 25, 2016 at 5:51:31 PM UTC-4, Lungimsam wrote:
>
> Are those really your kids' names?
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Mine is in on the same shelf with my panniers and camping gear:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Fh_YwAnv7w
On Saturday, April 30, 2016 at 8:33:37 PM UTC-4, WETH wrote:
> As I recall, a few list members fish. My question, does anyone have
> suggestions for carrying poles on their bike?
>
This is a 60 cm LHT with a Zefal running along the seat tube. Obviously
you need the chainstay clearance. Normally the pump is under the top tube,
however those are tent poles wrapped in an old pair of socks lashed down
for an S24O.
On Wednesday, April 6, 2016 at 10:15:23 AM UTC-4, Pierre
+1 on the Luxos U. I'm happy with the beam, and routinely use the USB for
powering my GPS and phone. If you go with a separate device for USB
charging, you might have to incorporate a cache battery to even out the
current.
On Thursday, March 31, 2016 at 1:46:00 AM UTC-4, drew wrote:
>
> i
A very good value with probably the best optics and brightness available
right now is the B Cyo Premium.
On Thursday, January 28, 2016 at 9:19:21 PM UTC-5, RDS wrote:
>
> Light Recommendation
>
> I have a Clem 52 which has 27.5" wheels. I just received a front wheel
> with a Shimano DH-3N72
20 years from now, it will all be worked out in therapy, as he lays on the
doctor's couch wearing his polka-dot jersey.
On Wednesday, January 13, 2016 at 3:27:00 PM UTC-5, LeahFoy wrote:
>
> This morning started out rather horrifyingly. Our bike commute to school
> is almost 2.5 miles downhill,
BTW, I saw Bone picked up an Ice Cream Truck yesterday. Am I the only one
not getting a new bike for Christmas?
On Tuesday, December 15, 2015 at 1:02:29 PM UTC-5, Scott Loveless wrote:
>
> Most of you are probably familiar with the theft and eventual recovery
> of Mark Wilkins blue
Hmmm. I feel a ramble up to King's Gap in the future. Sweet!
On Tuesday, December 15, 2015 at 1:02:29 PM UTC-5, Scott Loveless wrote:
>
> Most of you are probably familiar with the theft and eventual recovery
> of Mark Wilkins blue Rambouillet. During the time it was away on its
> own, he
I was more impressed by the Seahawks sign.
On Wednesday, November 25, 2015 at 11:32:49 AM UTC-5, Eric Norris wrote:
>
> They love randonneurs here in Kansas!
>
>
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What kind of gear/inch range do you typically get with the Rohloff?
On Tuesday, October 27, 2015 at 5:26:33 PM UTC-4, Steve Cole wrote:
>
> I'm looking for a rider who is experienced with the Rohloff hub to respond
> to some questions I have. I recently converted a Simpleone to a Rohloff
> and
I have the Herrmans on a bike, as well as the Topline Plus on another. The
Herrmans is very bright at a lower price, although there is no off switch.
One must just let the capacitor drain for the light to go out.
On Monday, June 22, 2015 at 11:35:45 AM UTC-4, Montclair BobbyB wrote:
The
I believe the study actually relates to strobe lights on emergency vehicles
- both causing seizures and drawing in impaired drivers. I'm not aware
of anything specific to bike blinkies. The biggest fear there is getting
yelled at by the poor guy riding behind you.
On Monday, June 22, 2015 at
Parking a Riv at 2nd and Market is like putting it on a billboard.
On Monday, June 22, 2015 at 7:03:57 PM UTC-4, Philip Williamson wrote:
Yeah, I can't name one!
Philip
www.biketinker.com
On Monday, June 22, 2015 at 3:56:59 PM UTC-7, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote:
Not as far as we're
Alert the media! Where at downtown?
On Monday, June 22, 2015 at 6:14:14 PM UTC-4, Mark Wilkins wrote:
Seriously, I'm dying here. Waiting.
I understand there are more important matters in the city of Harrisburg,
but c'mon!
Sent from my iPhone
On Jun 22, 2015, at 18:11, Minh
I stop in to Hornung's all of the time and usually ignore the beater bikes
they have out front. I can't believe it. What a great story with a great
ending!
On Monday, June 22, 2015 at 8:48:40 PM UTC-4, iamkeith wrote:
I have adrenaline pumping, and a racing heartbeat, just reading this.
How about both?
On Tuesday, May 26, 2015 at 9:44:50 PM UTC-4, Patrick Moore wrote:
I know many of y'all swear by big saddlebags, supported or not. I've used
many if not most of the various large (Nelson upward) saddlebags made over
the last 20 years, and though I really like them (I loved
'coming into this game late, but I've noticed that most campuses have some
sort of bike rental program, usually consisting of wrecks recovered by
campus security and not claimed.
On Sunday, May 24, 2015 at 1:53:41 AM UTC-4, hangtownmatt wrote:
My son ( a 2nd year college student) just
The older we get, the faster we were.
On Tuesday, May 19, 2015 at 7:22:40 PM UTC-4, Patrick Moore wrote:
Rushed, but too the gofast, with new 15 t Surley fixed cog
(46X15X24.5=75) and chain out for a quick, 13 mile RT out 'n' back on the
nearby Rio Grande bike path, outbound WSW, return
Agreed. Try a lighter wheelset with lighter tires before springing for a
new frame. The LHT is a tank, but you'll gain more first by thinning down
the components. After that you can go for a lighter frame for additional
gains.
On Tuesday, May 19, 2015 at 7:40:58 PM UTC-4, Mike Troxell
The SA is definitely more hammocky because of the overall length of the
saddle and the thickness of the leather. Mine did not take long to stretch
out completely even with the watershed and reinforcement, which led to
cobbling together an extension on the tensioner bolt. It worked well and
http://worldaeropresschampionship.com/
On Wednesday, February 12, 2014 at 11:46:42 PM UTC-5, Manuel Acosta wrote:
Found on the blug.
Glad rivendell is selling aeropresses at the BBH but traditional aeropress
technique? Come on!
I bet a test taste on My inverted method of aeropress style.
Picture shows a Midlands rack, which I purchased off of the bay for $8.00
several years ago. I've since seen them pop up for around $20. Nothing
fancy, yet very functional.
https://gspiess.files.wordpress.com/2015/04/imag0021.jpg
On Monday, April 20, 2015 at 1:34:44 PM UTC-4, Dave C
Dear Perplexed,
The root of your problem, if you can admit its a problem, is your riding
style. Ascribing to the Rivendell aesthetic, I'm guessing you tend to mash
without concern for technique or a constant, controlled, application of
power during your stroke. While this can provide you
I haven't tried it, but I've seen a few outfitters marketting their bags
filled with with Downtek. It appears to be DWR treated. I guess when
either Montbell or Western Mountaineering come out with it, I'll give it a
go. http://down-tek.com/?view=downtek
On Wednesday, March 18, 2015 at
http://lovelybike.blogspot.com/2010/04/upside-down.html
On Wednesday, March 18, 2015 at 10:22:40 AM UTC-4, Surlyprof wrote:
I have been wanting to change out the cockpit from the Albatross that came
with the bike to an Albastache. I used to have a Mustache bar and loved
it. Unfortunately,
It seems a lot of Atlantis owners get their frames painted/re-painted a
nice mix of attractive colors, but I don't know of one Hunq painted Seafoam
Green.
On Wednesday, February 11, 2015 at 4:50:21 PM UTC-5, Mark Reimer wrote:
I've had my Atlantis for about half a year now and am loving it. I
these eyes out there, I have some hope!
doc: Very cool! I miss riding into downtown. We moved our office out
by Colonial Park, and there's just no pleasant way to bike there from
Camp Hill.
On Wed, Dec 10, 2014 at 8:57 AM, 'doc' via RBW Owners Bunch
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I always liked the looks of this Atlantis frame:
http://www.cyclofiend.com/cc/2008/cc509-dennisdesilva0908.html
On Thursday, January 15, 2015 at 1:46:56 AM UTC-5, Joe Bernard wrote:
I never thought black would be a great color on a Riv, but boy was I wrong
(a while back I saw a black Hunq
They're also good for threatening wayward dogs.
On Wednesday, January 14, 2015 at 9:52:38 AM UTC-5, doc wrote:
I've had a Zefal hPX for over 30 years. You don't need a pump often, but
when you do, it's important that it work flawlessly.
On Wednesday, January 14, 2015 at 9:37:23 AM UTC-5
With the other thread focusing on the diet aspects of EBDJ, I though I'd
chime in with a testimonial about the exercise perspective. Due to
schedule, I haven't been riding much, but took up HIIT last fall after
watching Michael Mosley's BBC show The Truth About Exercise. Grant
pretty much
I've had a Zefal hPX for over 30 years. You don't need a pump often, but
when you do, it's important that it work flawlessly.
On Wednesday, January 14, 2015 at 9:37:23 AM UTC-5, Andrew Marchant-Shapiro
wrote:
Zefal hPX. The only thing you need to know.
On Tuesday, January 13, 2015 at
This sounds like a fun ride, although it could get challenging when you get
up north. The Heritage Rail Trail from Ashland to York is a nice and
relatively easy ride. Once you get to York, you pick up one of the PA Bike
Routes and go from there: http://www.bikepa.com/routes/index.htm These
Also, check these routes out:
http://www.pahighways.com/other/bicyclepa.html
On Friday, December 12, 2014 10:25:41 AM UTC-5, doc wrote:
This sounds like a fun ride, although it could get challenging when you
get up north. The Heritage Rail Trail from Ashland to York is a nice
If the bike is still local, someone will spot it. I drive through New
Cumberland every day and will keep an eye out. I remember picking that
distinctive blue frame out of the crowd while passing you on my commute
into the 'burg.
On Wednesday, December 10, 2014 8:07:12 AM UTC-5, Mark
This really tested the grey matter. Here is a pic of what looks like an
LHT off of Swift Industries flickr stream. There is a single interrupter
lever on a set of Albas. I think a lot of X racers use just one
interrupter on drop bar setups. My full endorsement for Swift bags, btw.
I have
Now that you mention it, I think you are correct. I've spent too much time
looking for a better picture that shows both levers, but all I could find
was a better shot of the left one only.
https://www.flickr.com/photos/swiftpanniers/5425514820/in/photostream/ If
only he'd move that map an
I have a Luxos U on my LHT, mounted off the handlebars using an RM clamp.
The USB plug is strapped to the stem. The placement works well for
lighting things up, and the unit is as robust as any other dynamo light
I've used.
http://gspiess.files.wordpress.com/2008/11/dscn1600.jpg?w=300h=225
Living near both the Letort and the Yellow Breeches, I noticed the
similarities between country biking and fly fishing years ago.
Gear-centric focused on classic design, a Zen-like emphasis on getting
things just right to achieve balance, a certain uniform that is readily
recognized, and a
https://gspiess.files.wordpress.com/2014/06/imag0016.jpg
For bike camping, I suggest the Helinox: light, compact, comfy, and
although a tad pricey; worth every penny.
On Saturday, July 19, 2014 3:15:15 AM UTC-4, hsmitham wrote:
+1 on the Kermit chair.
~Hugh
On Friday, July 18, 2014
For me, the difference between the kit for an S24O and a longer tour comes
down to bare bones for cooking/coffee (usually an Esbit v. canister setup)
and choices for clothing. Beyond that, my advice for first time bike
campers is: don't get lost, don't get cold, don't get hungry.
based lube, Ace or any Stihl franchise will have it in quart containers.
http://www.baileysonline.com/Chainsaws/Fuel-Lube-Mixes/Bar-Oil/Motion-Lotion-Biodegradable-Bar-Chain-Oil-1-Gallon-Bottle.axd
On Wednesday, June 11, 2014 6:44:07 PM UTC-4, doc wrote:
I know this was mentioned in a previous
What's the west coast university that has a creamery that makes cheese? We
were gifted a tin a sharp cheddar a few years back that disappeared within
days.
On Saturday, June 14, 2014 10:46:49 PM UTC-4, Philip Williamson wrote:
So, to a) get our cheese talk on topic, and b) support cheese
I will occassionally ride on the Stony Creek Trail east of Dauphin, PA,
which is a 20 mile double track that runs along a trout stream for a
stretch. It was there that I first encountered fishing bikes which are
old balloon tired beaters with PVC tubes affixed to the forks for carrying
poles,
in the
Carradice.
On Thursday, June 12, 2014 12:50:33 PM UTC-4, Ron Mc wrote:
cool doc, I had a business trip to south central NYS, actually babysitting
a critical part production for a client that was going to keep me over a
weekend. I booked the weekend at the (now defunct) Blackwell Hotel on Pine
. Massachusetts
On Wednesday, June 11, 2014 6:44:07 PM UTC-4, doc wrote:
I know this was mentioned in a previous thread, but this last weekend
while cleaning the bike I opted to skip the rather pricey liquid teflon
spray I've been using the last 7 years. Instead, I grabbed the gallon of
Ace
are that it certainly results in a quieter
drivetrain.
On Thursday, June 12, 2014 2:48:20 PM UTC-4, Michael Williams wrote:
Hey Doc, Upon early application are you finding the chain attracts more
dirt?
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On Jun 12, 2014, at 11:22 AM, 'doc' via RBW Owners Bunch
rbw-owne
I know this was mentioned in a previous thread, but this last weekend while
cleaning the bike I opted to skip the rather pricey liquid teflon spray
I've been using the last 7 years. Instead, I grabbed the gallon of Ace
chainsaw bar oil off the next shelf, putting a large dab on a rag, and
to
hardcore cold weather campers. thx. doc.
On Tuesday, June 10, 2014 8:50:02 AM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote:
Based on the internets, MontBell is known for having seams open to leak
down with use.
With abandon,
Patrick
On Tuesday, June 10, 2014 12:13:24 AM UTC-6, grant wrote:
Pinch
I bought a used Montbell UL Super Spiral #1 at a good price. I have the #3
for a summer bag and wanted something a little warmer. True to form, the
older models have some down leakage around the lining seams. Can I use
liquid seam sealer like people use for clothing hems and stuff? Does it
I find these intriguing:
http://lovelybike.blogspot.com/2013/06/arm-coolers-for-summer-cycling-look-at.html
On Tuesday, May 20, 2014 9:41:11 AM UTC-4, Jim Bronson wrote:
Anyone else tried the white Sun sleeves that I seem to be seeing quite a
bit around town?
I picked up a pair on a whim
S24O anyone?
http://photos1.blogger.com/img/34/3514/640/Overloaded.jpg
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Doesn't Riv refer to it as Seafoam?
On Thursday, May 1, 2014 12:20:35 PM UTC-4, Edwin W wrote:
I don't know much about this Virtue Bikes, but one color they offer is
Atlantis green:
http://virtuebike.com/bicycles/2014-virtue-one-atlantis-green
Hm
Edwin
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You should grease the pedals anyway, for preventative maintenance. MKS are
notorious for not having much grease in them off the shelf.
On Wednesday, April 23, 2014 10:18:44 AM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote:
Those who said Saddle! win partial points, but ultimately we were all
off. Rivet
I get into some pretty knarly firewood, and for the most part use a 26 ton
hydraulic splitter, and even that will get bogged down at times. There are
a lot of little tools like wedges and cant hooks that make wood handling
easier and safer. I have to admit that I'd like to give that tool a
Most likely you have to grease the pedals, however if they have the
plastic reflector inserts, make sure that they haven't worn out and are now
loose in their mounts; and while probably not applicable in your case, make
sure the hard plastic end on your shoe laces aren't bouncing off the
Probably pretty sick, but theoretically you could set the bike up like a
tandem, only reversed: SA Dyno drum on the front activated by the left
lever, SA IGH with drum on the rear activated by the right lever, and then
a canti-brake on the front activated by a mountain or interupter lever.
Interesting idea. I pay $7.00/gallon for bar oil. They make different
grades for colder weather, although cutting it with a little kerosene does
the trick if it gets too sludgy. There is also a bio-degradable brand or
two, although I've never used it. Now I'll need to make sure I don't get
squallmart SuperTech right now. More than what Doc pays for it but I'd
probably take 15-20 years go through a gallon of bar oil in my usage
scenario, e.g., a homeowner trimming branches off of large trees.
On Tue, Apr 15, 2014 at 9:03 AM, Chris in Redding, Ca.
campr...@gmail.comjavascript
The Selle Titanico is a good leather saddle for mountain biking; long and
narrow, long rails for easy setback, watershed finish, not overly priced,
and reasonably attractive.
On Tuesday, April 1, 2014 10:02:59 AM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote:
When I got my Hunqapillar two years ago this very
Finished up converting my CX frame to Oxfords and big tires. Major fun!
http://gspiess.files.wordpress.com/2014/03/wpid-20140308_170236-e1394320635109.jpg
On Thursday, February 6, 2014 6:42:55 PM UTC-5, Conway Bennett wrote:
Captain Conway in Chicago here. I'm an avid reader of the group
I've got both a pair of Albatross as well as a pair of Oxfords. I found
the shapes to be identical, with the Oxfords having a better finish. While
I haven't measured them, it seems the Oxfords are also a slightly smaller
diameter between the ends and the center. I found them discounted on
Blog page for my LHT with Alba's:
http://gspiess.wordpress.com/the-bikes/2007-surly-long-haul-trucker/
A brown truck is supposed to deliver a pair of Soma Oxfords on Monday for
my winter project of converting my Rando-ish bike to a knock-around upright
wide-tired trail machine.
On Thursday,
Whenever I know I'm going into a new area and have access to a bike, I go
to www.RidewithGPS.com and do a search on other people's saved rides for
that area. It usually gives a good impression of what the favored biking
roads are, and allows you to copy and customize your own route. I use an
http://gspiess.files.wordpress.com/2008/11/012.jpg
I wish I had a better picture for you, but this is a Midlands rack that
clamps on to the saddle rails and works great for supporting the Barley
upright and away from the post. I have two of them, both acquired for
$11.00 each on Ebay. I
http://pardo.net/bike/pic/fail-035/38_1.JPG
here ya' go!
On Saturday, January 4, 2014 8:30:33 AM UTC-5, doc wrote:
http://gspiess.files.wordpress.com/2008/11/012.jpg
I wish I had a better picture for you, but this is a Midlands rack that
clamps on to the saddle rails and works great
You can also place it behind the seat tube; compressed between the upper
and lower chainstays.
On Thursday, November 7, 2013 10:53:28 AM UTC-5, Peter M wrote:
Got my nice shiny new frame pump from Rivbike today. The super short mini
is good for the occasional pump up on the road but I have
and if all else fails...http://n-gear.com/whatis.html
On Thursday, October 31, 2013 6:35:22 PM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote:
This isn’t happening when shifting, it’s new and happening when well
established in gear with gear mostly happy (it makes some noise in lowest
gear that it doesn’t in
I've had a pair of flat Woodys on my LHT since 2007. As fenders go, I find
them completely adequate for moderate rainfall. Anything harder than that,
I figure I'm going to be soaked anyway. They do well with puddles,
etc...and I'm now playing around with a mudflap on the rear since a fellow
DeFilippo wrote:
Howard - great to hear you were out on the WOD as well, I would have
loved seeing you out on the RAM in particular!
Thanks very much Erl and Eric.
Doc - thanks for the advice, I'm going to have to look into Andiamo skins.
I'm still not wild about having to use 'butt
it became comfortable. The reason I'm ready to pull the
plug on the SAA is that reportedly the advantage on them is there isn't a
break in period, they aren't supposed to change much. And it seems like my
sit bones are just plain wider than the saddle at that point.
Doc - I was in the same pair
Great accomplishment! Regarding the saddle...were you using a lubricant,
and would changing into a dry pair of shorts mid-ride have made any
difference? I only ask from personal experience on longer rides, since I
tend to perspire a fair amount.
On Tuesday, October 8, 2013 1:57:42 PM UTC-4,
Switching over to an Esbit for cooking could save a little weight and
space, but you really don't seem to be over packing at all.
On Wednesday, August 21, 2013 2:09:21 AM UTC-4, Tom Virgil wrote:
I am not interested in fern elves who sleep under leaves or those who can
build a house at the
Veloria had a mixte with inverted Albas, and I've seen others with the same
setup. It gives the bike a somewhat agressive retro look with the same
potential hand positions.
http://lovelybike.blogspot.com/2010/04/upside-down.html
On Thursday, August 8, 2013 10:58:56 PM UTC-4, Ozonation wrote:
Here's a Hillborne that looks pretty sweet:
http://endlessvelolove.blogspot.com/2012/01/albatross-handlebar.html
On Thursday, August 8, 2013 10:58:56 PM UTC-4, Ozonation wrote:
I'm trying decide on *Albatross - or other -* bar for my Hunqapillar
I currently have Sam Hillborne with moustache
http://littleballofhate.files.wordpress.com/2012/06/70s-big-wheel-jumping-ramp1.jpg
On Monday, August 5, 2013 3:12:17 PM UTC-4, Andy Smitty Schmidt wrote:
AHH shenanigans... http://www.flickr.com/photos/15966859@N07/9443416529/
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I have a Champion Flyer that developed a ridge in the center as it was
breaking in that became uncomfortable. I ended up cobbling together a
press using some plywood pieces and a few C-clamps to flatten it back
down. It involved a layer of cloth to prevent any abrasion, then the
custom cut
Good advice above, but I'll add my 2 cents that a true unracer shouldn't
ride just for the sake of miles. But given that mental goal that most of
us have to ride a century, I suggest building your rides around
destinations that gradually increase in length and get you there. I'm
relying on
My oldest son and I just got back from Donner Pass/Squaw
Valley...incredible geography!
On Wednesday, July 10, 2013 9:43:41 PM UTC-4, bicyc...@gmail.com wrote:
hi everyone:
been a while since i've posted on the list, but i figured some of you
might enjoy the photos from my most recent off
Further confirmation of the Mary Poppins Effect. You're happier, other
people are happier.
On Sunday, June 30, 2013 9:04:37 PM UTC-4, Michael wrote:
Since I have started riding with Albas, I have noticed that people are
smiling and saying hello and waving to me as I go by.
People hardly
My personal favorite... good for fending off bears or Chief Falling Rock
when riding through narrow passes:
http://www.baileysonline.com/itemdetail.asp?item=SAW+180catID=
On Monday, July 1, 2013 5:56:23 PM UTC-4, Rex Kerr wrote:
http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/axe425.htm
I think Scott (Large Guy on a Bike) is riding a Pug these days, and has a
couple multi-day rides under his belt.
On Saturday, May 18, 2013 9:40:11 AM UTC-4, Patrick Moore wrote:
Sorry, readers, I didn't get a chance to ride it, since it was special
ordered and the owner picked it up before
If the top tube has her stretched out and she's complaining of neck pain,
chances are that the Alba's will help. The position is naturally further
back and more upright, so weight gets transferred as well. Typically,
you're going to need a longer stem to get the bars a little bit forward. I
Since Paleo seems to be fair game as a topic, I'll ask if anyone else is
trying the Michael Mosley 5/2 Fast Diet? I've seen the PBS episodes, both
on diet and on exercise, and read the diet book. I find some of the
science (not that I'm a scientist) to be similar to what Taubes advocates,
, April 24, 2013 12:01:38 PM UTC-6, doc wrote:
Since Paleo seems to be fair game as a topic, I'll ask if anyone else is
trying the Michael Mosley 5/2 Fast Diet? I've seen the PBS episodes, both
on diet and on exercise, and read the diet book. I find some of the
science (not that I'm a scientist
Why do we tour? I like Alba's because it's easier to take note of the
world going by.
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On Monday, April 15, 2013 1:36:14 PM UTC-4, markt...@gmail.com wrote:
I've just recently ordered a new single top tube Sam that Jim Thill
Slotted
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I slotted my Champion Flyer about two years ago. The thicker leather
didn't require any reinforcement and it's much more comfortable now.
Started with a carton knife and cleaned it up with an Exacto and
Careful... a thin slot has the potential for pinching. Someone suggested a
dremel tool with a sanding disk for cleaning and beveling the slot. I
think that would work rather well.
On Friday, March 8, 2013 2:12:28 AM UTC-5, stonehog wrote:
I had a couple Brooks B17s sitting dormant, and have
Mmm... the dentist, or an S24O. That's a tough one.
On Saturday, February 2, 2013 1:49:57 PM UTC-5, William wrote:
Crap! My work is shut-down that week so I could have gone, but I have a
dentist appointment on Thursday the 21st. I'll try to pull a couple
strings
On Friday, February
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