Re: [RBW] Riv-riding motorcyclists?

2011-11-07 Thread newenglandbike
I used to ride motorcycles. Most of my buddies and I rode BMWs, hondas, or Triumph bikes.I had a suzuki (dirt bike) and a triumph street bike. I used to love old airheads and k-bikes too. In August 2005 two of my mates were killed, within 4 weeks of each other, riding bikes.

[RBW] Re: Shimano CX70 cantilever?

2011-11-02 Thread newenglandbike
No doubt the quality of Paul brakes is top-notch, but, why would Tektros not last as long as Paul brakes? Is there something about the material/aluminum used, or the design?Also, in what way are Tektros more difficult to set up than other cantilever brakes?In my experience, while

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Grip (Color) Ideas

2011-11-02 Thread newenglandbike
rperks is probably right-but it's hard to say which color to use, without high-resolution, pornographic photos of the bike posing suggestively (scantily clad in tape of various potential colors if possible, though classic nude would do just fine) Of coursre, it might be best if you donned

[RBW] Re: Lashing saddlebags to saddles without loops

2011-10-20 Thread newenglandbike
I would recommend having a bagman support or other rack to support the bag under that lashing scheme. It depends on how big the bag is and how heavy the cargo, but with bumpy, all-weather riding the leather straps will stretch/deform and eventually tear.You really want to have an

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Quest...

2011-10-19 Thread newenglandbike
Philip, First of all, I like your set up and know I'm not alone!But WRT your 85cm SH measurement- how are you measuring your seat height?It looks (from the photo you posted) like your SH is set to about 79cm, measured from center of BB to top of the saddle. That is my seat height

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Quest...

2011-10-17 Thread newenglandbike
+1 for having 2 rings/2 cogs. also, it's good having the white bros. f/w. Most of the time I will ride in taller gear to get to the trails (about 2 or 4 miles depending on where), then switch to 40/19 or 32/22 in the woods. It's handy. I also really dig the sugino/quickbeam 'pant

[RBW] Re: Blug Post from NYC

2011-10-12 Thread newenglandbike
Gladly plan to occupy my bicycle soon, after a long day occupying work (also gladly). -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/Nwxfj_aLXWEJ.

[RBW] Re: Blug Post from NYC

2011-10-12 Thread newenglandbike
or should i say, gratefully :D -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/eR6-o0gu6aQJ. To post to this group, send email to

[RBW] Re: No DT shifter boss

2011-09-28 Thread newenglandbike
When it comes to carrying water, I can't recommend dromedary bags enough- you can carry a gallon of water in the bottom of a Wald medium front basket alone. You can sling dromedary bag over your rear rack, stuff it into a pannier, or empty it out and roll it up to the size of a cigar.

[RBW] Re: Noticed something about the Rivendell bike models

2011-09-27 Thread newenglandbike
I think it's probably just that the new site is still in a somewhat transient state, and a few things have not been transferred over yet. I'm sure they'll add the geometry PDFs soon. -Matt -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch

[RBW] Re: Noticed something about the Rivendell bike models

2011-09-26 Thread newenglandbike
all great bikes too :) I just noticed that all the frames are steel... weird.. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/Gvy4qZEbyGgJ. To

[RBW] Re: JB Green not really up to loaded touring

2011-09-22 Thread newenglandbike
schwalbe marathon plus ftw. flats = seldom, very seldom -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/RUCtTU7-34UJ. To post to this group, send

[RBW] Re: Straight TT vs angled TT

2011-09-17 Thread newenglandbike
I think it goes like this: If you start from the bottom bracket there are really two vectors that completely determine how a frame fits the rider. One is the vector from the bb to the top of the headtube, and the other vector being from the bb to the top of the seattube. If you keep

[RBW] Re: Cyclists and Pedestrians in Copenhagen

2011-09-14 Thread newenglandbike
Guy mounts a camera on the dashboard of his car, so he can capture cyclists who plow through pedestian areas and go up one-way streets the wrong way and... I have to admit, I stopped reading after that. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners

Re: [RBW] Re: Cyclists and Pedestrians in Copenhagen

2011-09-14 Thread newenglandbike
Rather than stir up an argument here- and since this thread began with recommended reading- I would just like to recommend a couple of books that would answer your question, and perhaps add some perspective to the whole idea of mounting a camera on the dashboard of an _automobile_ to

[RBW] Re: Riding on the hoods: New Fork needed?

2011-09-11 Thread newenglandbike
Are your bars currently level with the seat?I'd say go for it with regard to the uncut fork. You can get them for fairly cheap, I think, and raising the bars even a little has a dramatic effect on reach/comfort IMHO, so I'm confident it will resolve the issue. Also, FWIW, I don't think

Re: [RBW] New Rivendell Tee Shirts?

2011-09-08 Thread newenglandbike
I've got over a dozen, each more comfortable than any non-RBW t-shirt I've ever owned. No doubt because they were sized by RBW. Most shops, even with those fancy fit-kits, will put you in a t-shirt that is *way* too small.No doubt the sizing of t-shirts over the past few years has been

[RBW] Re: 609mm rims Schwalbe tires from Rivendell

2011-09-06 Thread newenglandbike
That is so cool. I remember reading about this size in a Rivendell Reader years ago. Does Riv also have the 609 tires? 650b and 609 FTW. -Matt -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit

[RBW] Re: Riv,Miyata, and Pelican stolen in SF

2011-09-06 Thread newenglandbike
Man, that is awful. They are definitely unique bikes, so chances are better that you'll get them back hopefully.Makes a person want to wait in his garage armed with a heavy, blunt object. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch

Re: [RBW] Tubing Specs for Riv Frames

2011-08-26 Thread newenglandbike
While tubing names may not matter among high-quality tubes, I think wall thickness can be good to know, especially with OS tubing which IMO can be dent-prone if the walls are too thin.There's a post on the Rivendell site somewhere about the specs for the AHH- IIRC it has 8/5/8 top and

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam/SO Gearing Help

2011-08-24 Thread newenglandbike
For me it's crucial to have the two rings in front, precisely because it limits the movement/position of the rear wheel especially when flipping the wheel to run the 22t cog, so you have a net change of 2 teeth or 1/4 as opposed to 8 teeth and a full 1, not to mention of course that the gearing

Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam/SO Gearing Help

2011-08-24 Thread newenglandbike
It's not really that important, just preference i suppose. it keeps the CS length and BB drop consistent and allows you to keep the wheel near the strongest point in the dropout. Definitely more of a mental thing than anything though. Also, what I meant about noticeable gear change is that

[RBW] Re: What's the shortest stem that you would use?

2011-08-06 Thread newenglandbike
I say go for it. There's a reason why they make them in 6 and even 5cm lengths after all.If you look at bicycles throughout history, 6 or even down to 4cm stems are not uncommon, even among racing machines of former eras. There are even zero offset stems.I call bullshit on so-called

[RBW] Re: Riv Branding

2011-08-05 Thread newenglandbike
I view each model as a brand in itself; I suspect this is the thinking behind it anyway.Rather than restrict the creative outlet of cool names and graphics for bikes by just doing the same thing every time, they just make a whole new spiel when they design a new bike. -- You received

[RBW] Re: Schwalbe 650b Fatty

2011-07-29 Thread newenglandbike
I use them on my Bombadil and am biased toward Schwalbes in general.For $25.00, they are a steal. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit

[RBW] Re: How much should a bike cost?

2011-07-26 Thread newenglandbike
Well said Michael. -Matt On Tuesday, July 26, 2011 6:59:04 AM UTC-4, MichaelH wrote: I think it depends on whether it's important to you to live in a world where workers are paid a living wage, work in a safe environment, have access to health care and can look forward to a secure life

Re: [RBW] Re: Headset Issue

2011-07-25 Thread newenglandbike
Dunno if yours is a Tange or Shimano with the cages, but to prevent a notchy feeling in the headset some folks recommend removing the ball bearings from the bottom cage, adding enough to fill the void (save one or two), and re-installing the headset with the lower bearings 'loose' between the

[RBW] Re: Headset Issue

2011-07-25 Thread newenglandbike
Darin, glad to hear you got it sorted out... I lol'd at the part where you left the shop in disgust, but not before letting your child climb on their water bottle display :D Anyway sounds like you found a pretty good shop in the process. As far as the ball-bearing cages, my understanding is

[RBW] Re: Hunqapillar or Hillborne

2011-07-25 Thread newenglandbike
Both are made for everything up to and including fully-loaded touring, so you could go either way.Definitely do a test ride if you can though. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit

[RBW] Re: San Marcos Selling

2011-07-22 Thread newenglandbike
I think it says they got five of each size which would imply they've sold three 54's.Anyway I hope they sell them all. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit

Re: [RBW] San Marcos Selling

2011-07-22 Thread newenglandbike
Rivendell has a photo of the 59cm built-up here: http://assets.rivbike.com/images/products/full//3365/SH_81_AMOS_59_505.jpg Looks great Matt -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit

[RBW] Re: SimpleOne gearing

2011-07-07 Thread newenglandbike
No not at all- I use the 16/19 on my QB and it's very handy. Typical gears you'll use are 40/16, 40/19, or 32/19 (Or in my case 32/22 since there is a 22t f/w on the flipside), so you'd set up your chain length for that. You wouldn't want to shift from 40/19 to 32/16 even if the

Re: RE: [RBW] Re: SimpleOne gearing

2011-07-07 Thread newenglandbike
It's hard to say what percentage for each gear, but they each get used.I go down to 32/22 in the woods, because we have rooty/rocky trails that go up and down, and you don't want to go super fast in there anyway, even on long descents, since you can't see very far and branches and things

Re: RE: [RBW] Re: SimpleOne gearing

2011-07-07 Thread newenglandbike
P.S. S/O as in significant other, not Simple One.:D -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/DMQBPoH5fRsJ. To post to this group, send

[RBW] Re: On cork and shellac...

2011-06-22 Thread newenglandbike
I think you should be fine, even if you waited and shellaced them Friday. I've ridden only a couple hours after applying shellac- I haven't had any problems with it not being fully cured, but I only apply about 2 coats total, which mostly seems to be absorbed by the cloth. -Matt On Jun 21,

[RBW] Re: Vermont Rides/Camping

2011-06-20 Thread newenglandbike
I rode through VT last year- what a beautiful state. There are lots of places to camp, not all of them 'designated'.Usually I just ride until it is about an hour before dark, then start thinking about a spot for camping.If you are on less-traveled roads or in national forest areas,

[RBW] Re: New SimpleOne owners, how are you liking the Dos Eno?

2011-06-18 Thread newenglandbike
Mike, Green was the original Q color. There was some gnashing of teeth when the orange color was introduced. No matter the color, its a fun bike. I have been commuting on it this spring. The orange is great, but the original green color has always looked perfect for the Quickbeam in my

[RBW] Re: HS

2011-06-18 Thread newenglandbike
I wonder what it is that will make it single-chainring only- will the seat-tube angle/low BB prevent the use of a front derailleur?Or is it that they will only ship with a single front ring(?) Or will it have a fully enclosed chainguard? I like the theory that it will have an

[RBW] Re: New SimpleOne owners, how are you liking the Dos Eno?

2011-06-17 Thread newenglandbike
I shift my QB from time to time (usually once on my way to work), but if I'm going to shift, I'm more likely to go from 40/16 to 32/19, or to 32/22 by flipping the wheel. -Matt On Jun 17, 11:59 am, Rob H. robhua...@gmail.com wrote: The 16t/19t White Industries DOS ENO freewheel seems to be sold

[RBW] Re: Rivendell MTB? Rare Sighting

2011-06-15 Thread newenglandbike
Agreed. the fork looks bent. Still a cool find though. On Jun 15, 2:14 pm, CycloFiend cyclofi...@earthlink.net wrote: on 6/15/11 10:32 AM, Marty at mgie...@mac.com wrote: Well, not actually seen in person, but I did run across one that appears to be for sale at College Park Cycles. It

[RBW] Re: Market Prices for Riv Frames

2011-06-14 Thread newenglandbike
On Jun 14, 2:17 pm, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: Bombadils do not hold their value well at all, from what I've seen.  Maybe $1000-$1200.  I'd be interested to see Have many Bombadils come up for sale?I think I've only seen one, and it was a very small size. I don't think many

[RBW] Re: Considering new pedals

2011-06-02 Thread newenglandbike
I have MKS touring pedals on all my bikes except one, which has Atomlab Trail Kings (old model with thicker platform). I want to try new thinner Trail kings but they are pricey, and MKS touring pedals already work so well that it's hard to justify it at this point. bias disclosure: i can't ride

[RBW] Re: Different Pedal Question - M324's

2011-06-02 Thread newenglandbike
I have had the same issue from time to time.Best thing you can do is carefully isolate the issue by process of elimination, as you are doing and as Minh suggested.The last time this happened to me, the last thing I tried fixed the problem-pulling each of the chainrings, greasing the

[RBW] Re: Simple weekend project.

2011-05-29 Thread newenglandbike
I gotta say, as someone who was kind of bummed when they decided not to go with the original dark red color, the green is sweet.. solid enamel-type colors always look good on bikes.Those cranks are wicked nice. -Matt On May 29, 2:45 pm, charlie charles_v...@hotmail.com wrote: Ride

[RBW] Re: Decision Potential

2011-05-25 Thread newenglandbike
On May 24, 2:53 pm, dweendaddy dweenda...@gmail.com wrote: Just wondering - why are you thinking 62 vs 58? If you want it do be maximally different than the Sam, you might want to put big tires on it and then, according to the site: 62cm Hunqa: 91.5-100cm PBH (Saddle hight 82-90cm, standover

[RBW] Re: visit to the nitto factory

2011-05-25 Thread newenglandbike
Wow it really shows that they are top notch at their work.The staff are obviously super practiced at what they do, and yet their hand movements look deliberate and patient. -Matt Nitto noodles ftw -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: Decision Potential

2011-05-23 Thread newenglandbike
How 'bout a 60cm Bombadil?If not, and you can't find a local Hunqapillar to try, consider that 2cm is not much difference at all.But, one test would be to straddle your SH, grab the bars in one hand and the seat in the other, and lift; then have someone take a look at how high the wheels

[RBW] Re: Handlebar setup

2011-05-22 Thread newenglandbike
On May 22, 4:59 am, charlie charles_v...@hotmail.com wrote: you might consider changing yours along with the cycling shoes to normal athletic shoes and platforms. +1 on using platform pedals/sneakers for comfort- not saying Zaelia should or should not, because of course there's no 'right'

[RBW] Re: Handlebar setup

2011-05-21 Thread newenglandbike
Zaelia, sorry to hear about your troubles with getting the right bike fit. That being said, please read the remainder of this message understanding that it is rather biased :) I am extremely skeptical of professional bike fitting. I think you're better off just getting the right leg extension

[RBW] Re: Columbia Gorge Ride

2011-05-20 Thread newenglandbike
Wow great pictures.Looks like a wonderful ride and some perfect weather. How far is it to the falls? On May 19, 11:17 pm, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote: Today was an absolutely amazing day here in Portland. I woke to sun and expected highs in the 70s. I ended up doing an out and back

[RBW] Re: Durability and function

2011-05-15 Thread newenglandbike
Things that are built to last have an aesthetic appeal. In the world of 'freestyle' bmx, ALL frames are steel, because nothing else would survive.Quarter-sized dents, gouges, mangled chainstays and chewed-up dropouts all happen to a new frame within the first month of hard riding, and will be

[RBW] Re: 58 Saluki Bomber

2011-05-15 Thread newenglandbike
Looks great, especially with those tires. I think the schwalbe HS-159 fatty is the best 650b tire if you go by durability and versatility.I alternate between those and quasi motos on my bombadil, but lean more toward the schwalbes because they work so well on all surfaces. -Matt On May

[RBW] Re: Speaking of that new RR 43 ....

2011-05-09 Thread newenglandbike
Sorry. my post was a lame attempt at humor. On May 8, 5:58 pm, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote: On Sun, 2011-05-08 at 13:19 -0700, newenglandbike wrote: Well, I guess you have to figure in the cost of riding attire to go with the carbon.   Shoes, jerseys, etc.  Seems like it could

[RBW] Re: Speaking of that new RR 43 ....

2011-05-09 Thread newenglandbike
Sorry. my post was a lame attempt at humor. -Matt (who does not own a pinstripe fitted suit). On May 8, 5:58 pm, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote: On Sun, 2011-05-08 at 13:19 -0700, newenglandbike wrote: Well, I guess you have to figure in the cost of riding attire to go

[RBW] Re: Speaking of that new RR 43 ....

2011-05-09 Thread newenglandbike
Sorry. my post was a lame attempt at humor. -Matt (who does not own a pinstripe fitted suit) On May 8, 5:58 pm, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote: On Sun, 2011-05-08 at 13:19 -0700, newenglandbike wrote: Well, I guess you have to figure in the cost of riding attire to go

[RBW] Re: Speaking of that new RR 43 ....

2011-05-08 Thread newenglandbike
Well, I guess you have to figure in the cost of riding attire to go with the carbon. Shoes, jerseys, etc. Seems like it could add up fast.I, on the other hand, feel perfectly comfortable riding in my Versace pinstripe fitted suit. Matt -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: Speaking of that new RR 43 ....

2011-05-08 Thread newenglandbike
Well, I guess you have to figure in the cost of riding attire to go with the carbon. Shoes, jerseys, etc. Seems like it could add up fast.I, on the other hand, can feel perfectly comfortable riding a steel bike in any Versace pinstripe fitted suit. Matt On May 6, 2:24 pm, PATRICK MOORE

[RBW] Re: Speaking of that new RR 43 ....

2011-05-08 Thread newenglandbike
Well, I guess you have to figure in the cost of riding attire to go with the carbon. Shoes, jerseys, etc. Seems like it could add up fast.I, on the other hand, can feel perfectly comfortable riding a steel bike in any Versace pinstripe fitted suit. Matt -- You received this message

[RBW] Re: Speaking of that new RR 43 ....

2011-05-08 Thread newenglandbike
Well, I guess you have to figure in the cost of riding attire to go with the carbon. Shoes, jerseys, etc. Seems like it could add up fast.I, on the other hand (and I'm sure I'm not alone) can feel perfectly comfortable riding a steel bike in any old Versace pinstripe fitted suit from the

[RBW] Re: Lawyer Lips?

2011-05-07 Thread newenglandbike
I have them on my Quickbeam, but not Bombadil. While I agree with the gist of the article in the RR, about the tragedy of fool-proofing everything in sight, the LLs on the QB do not really bother me.I rarely remove the front wheel to fix a flat (schwalbe!) and when I do, I'm not usually in

[RBW] Re: Lawyer Lips?

2011-05-07 Thread newenglandbike
On May 7, 12:53 pm, Earl Grey earlg...@gmail.com wrote: I could be wrong, but I think this is a Waterford stipulation, not a Riv one. My 2009 Taiwanese Sam does not have lawyers lips, nor any other lawyer parts. Gernot If it is a stipulation, it must not be a consistent one.I have a

[RBW] Re: duomatic

2011-05-07 Thread newenglandbike
I've heard good things about these and am intrigued by the shifting mechanism, but don't think I'd be that into the coaster brake. I'm just hoping Rivendell is bringing back the Q/R Suzue hubs-they, uh, shift pretty reliably too heh heh. Matt On May 7, 2:31 pm, jandrews_nyc

[RBW] Re: Riv reader, playthings?

2011-05-07 Thread newenglandbike
Well I guess I'd rather it be called a toy than a fashion accessory, which is what many peoples' cars amount to. Not that my bikes aren't actually fashion accessories, which of course they are. *carefully coiffes hair* -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: Riv reader, playthings?

2011-05-07 Thread newenglandbike
On May 7, 3:29 pm, charlie charles_v...@hotmail.com wrote: They really are unnecessary devices for the most part. I suppose if you use your bicycle as a commuter and a general way of getting around it becomes more of a tool but it soon takes on that grungy look of your 1992 Suzuki automobile

[RBW] Re: Riv reader, playthings?

2011-05-07 Thread newenglandbike
The USA really is a unique place, and our treatment of bicycles is no exception. Yet in some parts of the world, to some people, a bicycle is about as unnecessary as a plow.And that may be selling it short. This is from Energy and Equity, by Ivan Illich: Man, unaided by any tool, gets

[RBW] Re: SimpleOne and Double/Double

2011-05-07 Thread newenglandbike
It is a cool concept, made even cooler, IMHO, by the copious length of the QB dropout. It's about 2. So, whereas with the WI 'double/ double', you get to choose between front rings 3-teeth apart, the extra length of the Rivendell dropout gives you a mind-boggling span of 8 teeth to play with

[RBW] Re: Break-in for Berthoud saddles?

2011-05-03 Thread newenglandbike
This may be blasphemy to some, but you might try to get the saddle wet, or just damp, and then go for a ride. I have done that (inadvertently) with brooks saddles in rain storms and they do tend to break right in after being ridden wet. Farthest I've gone in a day is 135 miles though, after

[RBW] Re: SimpleGreen

2011-05-03 Thread newenglandbike
They sound great.Noticed this from the post: Wheel particulars. We'll have a few wheel options--cheap bolt-ons, fancier q/r style. I'm psyched if this means what I think it means I was hoping they'd bring back the Suzue QR free/free hubs. -Matt On May 3, 2:01 pm, Pondero

[RBW] Re: SimpleGreen

2011-05-03 Thread newenglandbike
PS the headbadge is so good On May 3, 2:14 pm, newenglandbike matthiasbe...@gmail.com wrote: They sound great.    Noticed this from the post: Wheel particulars. We'll have a few wheel options--cheap bolt-ons, fancier q/r style. I'm psyched if this means what I think it means I was hoping

[RBW] Re: My new Custom Rivendell Mixte

2011-05-01 Thread newenglandbike
I think it will fit on the bus rack just fine.That is, a Nitto Mark's Rack with a Wald Medium basket zip-tied to it will not get in the way.The medium basket is big enough to hold a grocery bag, and if you use a bungee net, it can handle an over-stuffed grocery bag. This is what I use

[RBW] Re: My new Custom Rivendell Mixte

2011-04-30 Thread newenglandbike
Wow that's awesome. Here's to many happy travels with it -Matt On Apr 29, 9:58 pm, SMP sume...@gmail.com wrote: Here are some photos...http://www.flickr.com/photos/sumehra/sets/72157626345789636/ Enjoy! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW

[RBW] jaunt in weston woods on the quickbeam

2011-04-29 Thread newenglandbike
Hi All, Just thought I'd share a few snapshots from a brief ride last weekend in weston woods here in MA: http://www.flickr.com/photos/43029278@N07/sets/72157626481676863/ Looks like perfect weather again this weekend here in New England. Have to take advantage when you can around here!

[RBW] Re: jaunt in weston woods on the quickbeam

2011-04-29 Thread newenglandbike
Thanks for the replies everyone.I love it when spring days feel like fall and vice versa. I love all the seasons, but man this winter was pushing it. On Apr 29, 12:14 pm, stevep33 steve...@gmail.com wrote: Is this the patch of woods following the stream between Ridgeway Rd on out to Oak

[RBW] Re: jaunt in weston woods on the quickbeam

2011-04-29 Thread newenglandbike
P.S. BTW yes Steve, you nailed it- one of the photos is from the stretch between Ridgeway and Oak St. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe

[RBW] Re: Odometer only? (Jones counter)

2011-04-22 Thread newenglandbike
On Apr 22, 9:34 am, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery thill@gmail.com wrote: A small square of electrical tape over the speed display? I actually did this on a tour last year, although with duct-tape. I found that while I wanted the odometer to track miles at the end of the day in my log book,

[RBW] Re: AMOS update

2011-04-18 Thread newenglandbike
It'll be a good looking, cool bike either way. But, I think if the San Marcos is going to have a double TT, they should just go ahead and add rack mounts and double eyelets front and rear. -Matt -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch

[RBW] Re: AMOS update

2011-04-17 Thread newenglandbike
I guess there is no accounting for taste, because I have always dug the second top-tube (I prefer the name 'innertube' to 'undertube', but i digress) ever since the bombadil came out, although I agree it probably works better on a mountain/all-purpose bike. I was also drawn to the plain-gauge

[RBW] Re: What is that thing to the right of the fork crown?

2011-04-14 Thread newenglandbike
On Apr 14, 8:45 am, Dan pjssu...@gmail.com wrote: he calls it a small lug, so the obvious conclusion is that it's for a TIG'd mountain bike (that's what the wide crown is for). I know this is heresy, but I hope I'm right. Maybe the crown/unidentified-thingy is for the commuter bike Rivendell

[RBW] Re: bent steerer - I think

2011-04-14 Thread newenglandbike
Sorry about your mishap---but glad you weren't hurt!It will be no prob to fix and add rake, so you might as well have it done if that's what you want. But, I would just keep in mind that adding rake to an existing fork is going to also reduce the axle-to-crown distance a bit, which will

[RBW] Re: Berthoud saddle twising on seat post... what is going on?

2011-03-28 Thread newenglandbike
I'm not sure if it is the same thing you're experiencing, but my leather saddles always break-in a little bit lop-sided to the left. The frames stay straight though; just the leather gets a bit asymmetrical. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW

[RBW] Re: Framesaver Time?

2011-03-28 Thread newenglandbike
On Mar 28, 1:10 am, Rob robha...@gmail.com wrote: Where does one measure the 23mm? Anyone know which Park crank tool this is? I have a CCP-1 from days of yore. Just anecdotal advice but using the wrong size crank-puller, even if it's 'real close', can end up badly (stripped out threads) :O

[RBW] Re: What's your freewheel preference?

2011-03-22 Thread newenglandbike
I have a white industries Dos Eno freewheel, and the stock 32/40t crankset on my Quickbeam.The only time I usually shift is at the bottom of a long otherwise grueling hill near my work, and I go from 40/16 to 32/19, which is great for the hill.But shifting lower is also great for riding

[RBW] Re: What's your freewheel preference?

2011-03-22 Thread newenglandbike
Just remembered I also have a 22t fw on the other side, which is great for when you need to ride up the occasional wall. On Mar 22, 6:35 am, newenglandbike matthiasbe...@gmail.com wrote: I have a white industries Dos Eno freewheel, and the stock 32/40t crankset on my Quickbeam.    The only time

[RBW] Re: What's your freewheel preference?

2011-03-22 Thread newenglandbike
The ratio options you get with a 16/19 in the rear and a single 40 up front is roughly the same as if you had a 32/40 double up front and a single 16t in the rear, but... if you consider effective rear-end length, going with a 16/19 in the rear and single up front will mean only about a 3/8

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Atlantis

2011-03-18 Thread newenglandbike
On Mar 18, 1:01 pm, Khalid Mateen krm2...@gmail.com wrote: I am 5'-10/2 Maybe I need a 58.  My PBH is around 88cm. I would bet Rivendell recommends a 61.But do call them and let us know what you ended up with. And anyway, I think people fret a little too much about 1-2 cm

[RBW] Re: Grant refers to this helmet guy for some reason

2011-03-16 Thread newenglandbike
Can't comment on the speaker's delivery, but what does that matter? I pretty much agreed with most of what the guy said.That is, to get people on bicycles, you don't want to force them to wear a helmet and imply that they are doing something more dangerous than driving. Conversely, the

[RBW] Re: Grant refers to this helmet guy for some reason

2011-03-16 Thread newenglandbike
Can't comment on the speaker's delivery, but what does that matter? I pretty much agreed with most of what the guy said, that is, to get people on bicycles, you don't want to force them to wear a helmet and imply that they are doing something more dangerous than driving. Conversely, the

[RBW] Re: Grant refers to this helmet guy for some reason

2011-03-16 Thread newenglandbike
On Mar 16, 12:10 pm, Jan Heine hein...@earthlink.net wrote: Seatbelts don't keep people from driving. But this analogy isn't very strong-- a seatbelt is not a helmet, and the automobile industry is deliberately not selling/pushing helmets (as the seminar's speaker points out), even though

[RBW] Re: New Sam Auction Color

2011-03-05 Thread newenglandbike
On Mar 4, 1:13 pm, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: Grant's wording on this bluish one includes a virtual guarantee that there will be more Sams made in this color. It doesn't seem like a guarantee that the SH will get that color. the post says: It's a color we're considering for

[RBW] Re: Dumb Tire Mounting Question

2011-03-01 Thread newenglandbike
On Mar 1, 12:05 am, Bill M. bmenn...@comcast.net wrote: Now, starting opposite the valve, push the second bead of the tire away from the rim flange so it can drop into the middle of the rim where the diameter is the smallest. +1 this seems to work even on the meanest tire/rim combos (that

[RBW] Re: Tire Choice -- 99 Years Ago

2011-02-28 Thread newenglandbike
In the 1860's they knew that the *real* secrets to comfort and speed are wrought-iron frames and steel tires. This 'vulcanized rubber' stuff is just marketing hype http://imagecache6.allposters.com/LRG/46/4609/QKZFG00Z.jpg http://www.copakeauction.com/bicycles/2003-bicycles/046.jpg On Feb

[RBW] Re: Tire Choice -- 99 Years Ago

2011-02-28 Thread newenglandbike
Well, we can't tell *exactly* what he's thinking-- but I think we've all seen that look on his face once or twice in our lives. It's the look that says: dang, why is the fork crown so narrow on this thing. The guy behind him is clearly jonesing for Schwalbe marathons to come out (he

[RBW] Re: Tire Choice -- 99 Years Ago

2011-02-28 Thread newenglandbike
I was curious about this myself, and found this link (among others, but this summary seems well put-together): http://www.everybicycletire.com/Encyclopedia/History.asp -Matt On Feb 28, 11:53 am, Montclair BobbyB montclairbob...@gmail.com wrote: Did they even have fat tires for bikes in 1912?

[RBW] yehuda moon in mexico

2011-02-25 Thread newenglandbike
Dunno how many of you read Rick Smith's Yehuda Moon adventures, but for those who do, you know about his guerilla sharrow campaign. I came across this today and had to smile! http://www.takepart.com/news/2011/01/13/guadalaraja-diy-bike-lane -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: Thoughts and experiences with 48cm Noodles?

2011-02-23 Thread newenglandbike
It really depends on your build, but also on taste I think. Just as one more data-point: I'm 6' and change and I have 46 noodle bars on my 64 quickbeam, but also have a 25 Trek with 40cm bars. I like them both and enjoy having the variety... I can alternate riding the same 40mi route with

[RBW] Re: New Sam Color

2011-02-22 Thread newenglandbike
Grilver is great. It's nice that they are changing colors (not that the orange or green weren't excellent)- it might be good to change paint on all their models every once in a while. Are those the new SKS fenders?It looks like they provide lots of coverage. -Matt -- You received

[RBW] Re: New Sam Color

2011-02-22 Thread newenglandbike
Well since it lives in-between the top and down tubes, maybe it's an inner-tube On Feb 21, 10:00 pm, rcnute rcn...@hotmail.com wrote: I think I'm beginning to like undertubes! Ryan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To

[RBW] Re: Paul Jono Hub

2011-02-17 Thread newenglandbike
, newenglandbike matthiasbe...@gmail.comwrote: Wow, that's great.    I love the adjustable spacing too-  to me that gives it so much extra value for the $$, since it would be that much easier to swap among bikes. If it's already built into a wheel then you would have to re-dish every time

[RBW] Re: Paul Jono Hub

2011-02-17 Thread newenglandbike
good point, but a redish can be done; we have the technology :) On Feb 17, 9:45 am, Jason Hartman rjasonhart...@gmail.com wrote: On Thu, Feb 17, 2011 at 9:40 AM, Jason Hartman rjasonhart...@gmail.comwrote: On Wed, Feb 16, 2011 at 7:25 AM, newenglandbike matthiasbe...@gmail.comwrote

[RBW] Re: Paul Jono Hub

2011-02-17 Thread newenglandbike
...@gmail.comwrote: On Wed, Feb 16, 2011 at 7:25 AM, newenglandbike matthiasbe...@gmail.comwrote: Wow, that's great.    I love the adjustable spacing too-  to me that gives it so much extra value for the $$, since it would be that much easier to swap among bikes. If it's already built

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