[RBW] Re: Saddles for wet butts

Check out the PDW Dios Thronos. We have them on our "rain bikes". https://ridepdw.com/collections/web-specials/products/dios-thronous?variant=24825148865# -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] Re: Saddles destroying my jeans! Advice?

thanks all! i'm pretty sure the destroying of the jeans is due to the rough texture of the cambium (though it does smooth out the longer you own it) and the rivet right at the nose of the saddle. if i can't find a saddle cover that fits, i'll try one of those wtb saddles. i'd love a rivet, but

[RBW] Re: Saddles destroying my jeans! Advice?

I agree with Johnny here...get a saddle that doesn't bleed dye. There just isn't a reason a saddle has to be made out of leather...plenty of good ones out there that can sit out in the rain and not bleed. My cross bike has a WTB saddle and it is comfortable and my road bike had the stock Trek

[RBW] Re: Saddles destroying my jeans! Advice?

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.

[RBW] Re: Saddles destroying my jeans! Advice?

I know the jeans dilemma. Once you find a brand and model that works, change is hard to face. So, if I may offer some food for thought. Maybe it's the jeans and how they fit? Perhaps try the Levi's (or other brand) cycling jeans that have a hint of lycra in them? I got around the Brooks dye

[RBW] Re: Saddles destroying my jeans! Advice?

For me, these wear really well. Made for rubbing and abrasion in a way denim is not. They are my main knickers now (my wife cuts um and adds elastic.) http://www.duluthtrading.com/search/searchresults/86125.aspx?kw=fire%20hose%20jeans=content With abandon, Patrick On Monday, April 3, 2017 at

[RBW] Re: Saddles destroying my jeans! Advice?

I have had no issues with staining from my "natural" (undyed) leather Brooks. I still wear through crotches on a regular basis, though, even on the smooth leather - I just had to "retire" (to gardening duty) another pair of shorts last week. -John On Monday, April 3, 2017 at 10:56:28 PM

[RBW] Re: Saddles destroying my jeans! Advice?

For those jeans, you can always send them to: http://www.indigoproof.com/repair-your-jeans/denim-repair-1 Rain, the owner, works magic here in Portland with vintage sewing machines. JAB @ Rivelo in PDX On Monday, April 3, 2017 at 7:56:28 PM UTC-7, Eric Karnes wrote: > > Hi all- > > Looking

[RBW] Re: Saddles destroying my jeans! Advice?

I second the Rivet. I have one on my Hunq and another on a Moots go-fast, and love 'em. They're a bit pricey but comfortable and, so far, no evidence of bleed. Kevin On Tuesday, April 4, 2017 at 7:31:37 AM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Rivet. Debbie's great to work with and the saddles

[RBW] Re: Saddles destroying my jeans! Advice?

Rivet. Debbie's great to work with and the saddles are brilliant. I ride a Diablo on both my Hunqa and QB. One white, one black. No bleed ever. With abandon, Patrick On Monday, April 3, 2017 at 8:56:28 PM UTC-6, Eric Karnes wrote: > > Hi all- > > Looking for some advice. I have a Brooks Cambium

[RBW] Re: Saddles destroying my jeans! Advice?

While the covers will work it seems silly to have a saddle that you can't use without a cover on it. Saddles are a personal thing but my usual go to when it isn't a Brooks is a Fizik Aliante on a road bike and a WTB saddle for almost anything else. They are well made, comfortable, cheap and

[RBW] Re: Saddles destroying my jeans! Advice?

Saddle cover! I primarily use the old grey one Riv used to make/sell, but the Aardvark works fine, too. Jeff Hagedorn Los Angeles, CA USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

[RBW] Re: Saddles, epilogue

I went with the Pearl. Fingers crossed. On Thursday, April 7, 2016 at 4:44:14 PM UTC+3, David Banzer wrote: > > Which model did you decide on? I've been eyeing the new-ish Loveland model > for my wife's Clementine. Seems to be very similar to the discontinued > Brooks B68. > David > Chicago >

Re: [RBW] Re: Saddles

What do you think, does this pass the Turing test? On 04/07/2016 07:07 PM, Garth wrote: It's self-explanatory . . . . I expressed it as so because I cannot deny or question it. Absolute means Absolute , Absolutely. Whole. Total. Complete. Infinite. Self Existent. Anything less/other than

Re: [RBW] Re: Saddles

It's self-explanatory . . . . I expressed it as so because I cannot deny or question it. Absolute means Absolute , Absolutely. Whole. Total. Complete. Infinite. Self Existent. Anything less/other than to it would be the only bullshit. Since there is nothing else, there is nothing to

Re: [RBW] Re: Saddles

Huh, never would have thought a 2mm thicker saddle would be more comfortable than a thinner one. I love the Special because it doesn't feel like a granite counter top. But having just worn one out in under 2 years, I guess you must be on to something... On Thursday, April 7, 2016 at 4:49:57

Re: [RBW] Re: Saddles

Oh great, dueling bullshit. Nice photo though. -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Saddles

http://sebpearce.com/bullshit/ On 04/07/2016 05:31 PM, 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch wrote: Oh, silly grasshoppers! His Garthness is Absolute and Perfect, therefore when astride his bicycle forgoes earthly constraints such as saddles. On Thursday, April 7, 2016 at 12:09:03 PM

Re: [RBW] Re: Saddles

Oh, silly grasshoppers! His Garthness is Absolute and Perfect, therefore when astride his bicycle forgoes earthly constraints such as saddles. On Thursday, April 7, 2016 at 12:09:03 PM UTC-4, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > Would you be willing to share the code for your aphorism generator with >

Re: [RBW] Re: Saddles

Would you be willing to share the code for your aphorism generator with the list? On 04/07/2016 12:05 PM, Garth wrote: The Absolute could not BE The Absolute and there be "other than Absolute" (imperfect of course because it would not be Absolute) .where would the "you" that does not

Re: [RBW] Re: Saddles

The Absolute could not BE The Absolute and there be "other than Absolute" (imperfect of course because it would not be Absolute) .where would the "you" that does not agree be ? that's all I have to say about that ;) On Thursday, April 7, 2016 at 10:50:31 AM UTC-4, Steve Palincsar

Re: [RBW] Re: Saddles

On 04/07/2016 10:32 AM, Garth wrote: Yes . . . . been on they endless search for the perfect saddle, oh heck . . .. everything ! But damn funny this just happened . . . . "for the saddle to be perfect the rider must also be perfect. It is impossible for perfection to exist with

Re: [RBW] Re: Saddles

Yes . . . . been on they endless search for the perfect saddle, oh heck . . .. everything ! But damn funny this just happened . . . . "for the saddle to be perfect the rider must also be perfect. It is impossible for perfection to exist with imperfection. " . Huh . How about that . .

[RBW] Re: Saddles, epilogue

Which model did you decide on? I've been eyeing the new-ish Loveland model for my wife's Clementine. Seems to be very similar to the discontinued Brooks B68. David Chicago On Thursday, April 7, 2016 at 8:22:13 AM UTC-5, Jay in Tel Aviv wrote: > > I ordered the Rivet. > That means I will have

Re: [RBW] Re: Saddles

Toji, if you want, please tell your friend that I would have been happy to buy directly from them but they didn't have the burgundy or chestnut in stock. I think either of those are a better matxh for my green Sam than the black, white or red that they have right now. I've been cycling a long

Re: [RBW] Re: Saddles

Toji, if you want, please tell your friend that I would have been happy to buy directly from them but they didn't have the burgundy or chestnut in stock. I think either of those are a better matxh for my green Sam than the black, white or red that they have right now. I've been cycling a long

Re: [RBW] Re: Saddles

I have 3 Rivets and love them, but as a disclosure I am a friend of the owner of Rivet. I use the Pearl. Good luck! Toshi in Oakland On Wed, Apr 6, 2016 at 7:31 PM, Jay in Tel Aviv wrote: > I'm going to try the Rivet. $137 shipped from SJS > > -- > You received this

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I'm going to try the Rivet. $137 shipped from SJS -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Saddles

On 04/05/2016 07:59 PM, Lee Legrand wrote: What about Gilles Berthoud? Much thicker leather than a Brooks, and a significantly different shape. I like them a lot. But be advised, it takes at least 500 miles to break one in. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

Re: [RBW] Re: Saddles

B68 saddles come up on ebay now and then, that's where I picked one up. Works as intended w/ Albatross bar set up. On Tue, Apr 5, 2016 at 4:59 PM, Lee Legrand wrote: > What about Gilles Berthoud? > > On Tue, Apr 5, 2016 at 6:58 PM, Joe Bernard wrote: >

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What about Gilles Berthoud? On Tue, Apr 5, 2016 at 6:58 PM, Joe Bernard wrote: > You wouldn't think that 2mm is significant, but my 17 Select is by far the > most comfortable saddle I've owned, and it was great brand new. Every time > I ride my regular 17s, it feels like

[RBW] Re: Saddles

I am about the least discerning saddle rider on this list, but my next full price saddle will be a Rivet. They were so nice at NAHBS, and the details are beautiful: https://flic.kr/p/DEM31o Some saddles have a fabric reinforcing layer under the leather. The fabric is beautifully patterned,

Re: [RBW] Re: Saddles

I'm also riding my B17 select on an upright bike. Several thousand miles, and it's great. I had a special before and could tell it was stretching on the upright in a few hundred miles. My semi-upright moustache bar bike does great with a special. On Tuesday, April 5, 2016 at 5:58:46 PM

[RBW] Re: Saddles

Ooops, sorry, I missed that you said you were using Albatross bars. My sit bones measure about the same as yours. On my Hunqapillar w/ albatross bars, Nitto lugged seatpost and saddle slid all the way back, I like the Berthoud Mente best (the Vars is the expensive titanium version of the

Re: [RBW] Re: Saddles

You wouldn't think that 2mm is significant, but my 17 Select is by far the most comfortable saddle I've owned, and it was great brand new. Every time I ride my regular 17s, it feels like there's something wrong with them. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

Re: [RBW] Re: Saddles

leather on select is 2mm thicker -- 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 group, send

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Wait... what is the difference between the select and the special? I thought that was the same thing! On Tue, Apr 5, 2016 at 4:41 PM, Ron Mc wrote: > my all time favorite is the B17 select, Rivet second, B17 special 3rd. > > -- > You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: Saddles

my all time favorite is the B17 select, Rivet second, B17 special 3rd. -- 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: Saddles

Rivet. The rails are longer than the Brooks. And don't seem to break, like my Anatomica's. But it feels similar to the Anatomica. On Tuesday, April 5, 2016 at 7:41:44 AM UTC-7, Jay in Tel Aviv wrote: > > Seeking the collective wisdom of the group before spending $$ on > another new saddle that

[RBW] Re: Saddles

Ever try the B17 special? Here's what I've tried: Brooks Swift: Comfy when you're in a tucked aero position riding hard. Otherwise n thanks Brooks B17 Narrow: Hard as a rock and too narrow Brooks B17: Better, but still pretty hard. Maybe it would break in after a long, long time? Brooks

[RBW] Re: Saddles

What's your handle bar set up? On Tuesday, April 5, 2016 at 7:41:44 AM UTC-7, Jay in Tel Aviv wrote: > > Seeking the collective wisdom of the group before spending $$ on > another new saddle that may or may not fit me on my Sam Hillborne. > > HISTORY > Brooks B17N - too narrow, what was I

[RBW] Re: Saddles

Sounds like the Rivet would be worth trying, it's the only way to know . They have a 365 day no questions return policy if you were not aware of it. On Tuesday, April 5, 2016 at 10:41:44 AM UTC-4, Jay in Tel Aviv wrote: > > Seeking the collective wisdom of the group before spending $$

[RBW] Re: Saddles

Rivet. All the way. With abandon, Patrick On Tuesday, April 5, 2016 at 8:41:44 AM UTC-6, Jay in Tel Aviv wrote: > > Seeking the collective wisdom of the group before spending $$ on > another new saddle that may or may not fit me on my Sam Hillborne. > > HISTORY > Brooks B17N - too narrow,

[RBW] Re: Saddles - A Weighty Question

Thanks to everyone who suggested dropping the nose on the saddle - it worked great, and I'm riding comfortably now! On Sunday, August 25, 2013 5:42:11 PM UTC-7, Cecily Walker wrote: Hi all, I have a Brooks B67 S saddle on my Betty Foy, but I'm finding that the saddle isn't as comfortable

[RBW] Re: Saddles - A Weighty Question

Hmmm, OK Leslie, thanks for the tip...I'm rather attached to those S-83 posts:) On Tuesday, August 27, 2013 7:45:48 PM UTC-5, Leslie wrote: Ryan, You can get the Nitto S83 in different sizes; my Bombadil uses the 26.8 size; I don't 'know' for sure that it is available in 27.0, but, it's

[RBW] Re: Saddles - A Weighty Question

Hey congrats on the Betty foy. I saw the frame hanging in Dream Cycles a couple weeks ago. I'm sure making do with what you have is a more frugal choice, but my wife just switched from a b68 on her Betty to a b17 imperial s and she's pretty happy with the change. Sky Burnaby -- You received

[RBW] Re: Saddles - A Weighty Question

Hey thanks, Sky! It's defintely my dream bike. Dropping the nose of the saddle seems to have helped some, but the true test is a ride of 20km or more. Cheers, Cecily On Wednesday, August 28, 2013 6:19:27 AM UTC-7, Sky Coulter wrote: Hey congrats on the Betty foy. I saw the frame hanging

[RBW] Re: Saddles - A Weighty Question

Liesl, I know what you mean. I bought a 6 piece of small diameter, thick walled pipe that I use on the hex key to give me more leverage and a rubber mallet to whack the nose of the saddle. Careful and judicious use of both seems to work well for me. On Sunday, August 25, 2013 8:52:31 PM

[RBW] Re: Saddles - A Weighty Question

Diane, excellent tips for the wee-handed! On a similar front, the Shimano MTB silver brake levers are also nice for us because they have reach adjust screws that allow the lever to be closer to the grip. Liesl, I know what you mean. I bought a 6 piece of small diameter, thick walled pipe

[RBW] Re: Saddles - A Weighty Question

Or the Nitto S-83...I've switched over to these from my Campy one-bolters on my 2 Rivendells. I had a broken rail on one of my B-17's on my X0-1. Unfortunately it uses a 27.0mm diameter post( will check Paul or Thompson for this size). I'm under 200lbs but probably over 180. Cecily,

[RBW] Re: Saddles - A Weighty Question

Unfortunately it uses a 27.0mm diameter post( will check Paul or Thompson for this size) Check the IRD webstore for a nice looking seatpost at 27.0 on closeout. http://store.interlocracing.com/type2quad270mm.html No setback, though. On Tuesday, August 27, 2013 2:20:01 PM UTC-7, Ryan

[RBW] Re: Saddles - A Weighty Question

Not the jewelry that Nitto seatposts are...but not bad looking at all...good enough for the X0-1. I also saw that the Thompson has quite a range of sizes and diameters, as well...but they are a bit spendy and I think I've burned through my bike allowance this year already:) Thanks for the

[RBW] Re: Saddles - A Weighty Question

Ryan, You can get the Nitto S83 in different sizes; my Bombadil uses the 26.8 size; I don't 'know' for sure that it is available in 27.0, but, it's not a 27.2-only post On Tuesday, August 27, 2013 6:43:27 PM UTC-4, Ryan wrote: Not the jewelry that Nitto seatposts are...but not bad

[RBW] Re: Saddles - A Weighty Question

You may need to pound the saddle forward (or back) using the heel of your hand. Even a small amount can make a big difference. With abandon, Patrick -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] Re: Saddles - A Weighty Question

I'm 250, ride B17's on each of my Riv's, haven't had any problems w/ the saddles yet... -L On Sunday, August 25, 2013 8:42:11 PM UTC-4, Cecily Walker wrote: Hi all, I have a Brooks B67 S saddle on my Betty Foy, but I'm finding that the saddle isn't as comfortable as it used to be when I

[RBW] Re: Saddles - A Weighty Question

Cecily, I have spent a lot of time and experimentation trying to help my wife solve a chafing problem. Her single now has a Terry Fly and the tandem a B17. We've been through the up down routine and have settled on level. A switch to Albas has helped. But not all the problem turned out to

Re: [RBW] Re: Saddles - A Weighty Question

Cecily- I'm a large mammal; I weigh 210# now (was #260 a couple years ago) and I have no problems with my Brooks. I have a B17 Select on my gofast bike (Giordana XL-Eco) and a Brooks Flyer on my Rivendell Road Standard. I like the springs of the Flyer because I bounce on the saddle a lot when

[RBW] Re: Saddles - A Weighty Question

The rails are the same I believe. But before you switch saddles, you may want to play with (one at a time to not confuse the issue) tilt of the nose up/down, sliding the saddle forward or back (try this first, moving it forward first based on what you wrote), and height. What you describe may

Re: [RBW] Re: Saddles - A Weighty Question

Yes, as Patrick said, the rails and undercarriage are the same (maybe a bit longer/wider on some models). Play around with the tilt/height and then see about a different saddle. On 8/25/13, Deacon Patrick lamontg...@mac.com wrote: The rails are the same I believe. But before you switch

[RBW] Re: Saddles - A Weighty Question

Cecily, I've adjusted the seat tilt up and down, in small increments, and I think I finally have it dialed in. Don't give up just yet! On Sunday, August 25, 2013 6:42:11 PM UTC-6, Cecily Walker wrote: Hi all, I have a Brooks B67 S saddle on my Betty Foy, but I'm finding that the saddle

Re: [RBW] Re: Saddles - A Weighty Question

As Diane says - don't give up. I have spent days getting my wife and daughters saddles adjusted - and they are all three adjusted differently. The nose tilt is critical and I adjust that in very small increments. Interesting to me, the saddle didn't seem to be as important as the adjustment. Good

[RBW] Re: Saddles - A Weighty Question

With respect to adjusting the tilt of the saddle, I found that some seatposts are better than others at allowing one to make some pretty fine adjustments. If you are like me, my small female hands can't always tighten up a Nitto post with a good adjustment at the same time. I've found that I

[RBW] Re: Saddles - A Weighty Question

This is the reason I pretty much avoid single bolt seatposts like the plague. The nitto S83 is a nice two bolt post, and only $13 more (from RBW) than the crystal fellow. I think the S83 has a bit more set back than the crystal fellow too. On Sunday, August 25, 2013 7:52:31 PM UTC-7, Liesl

[RBW] Re: Saddles - A Weighty Question

I have the Velo Orange Grand Cru seatpost, which theoretically makes it possible to move the seatpost fore and aft easily. I found out, however, that the seat rails on my saddle are bent and I may be limited to how far forward/back I can move the saddle. :-/

[RBW] Re: Saddles - A Weighty Question

I'll definitely try moving it forward a bit if I can. I know my seat rails are bent a bit, and while the bike mechanic was able to straighten them somewhat, I remember him saying I'd be limited to how far forward/back I moved the saddle because of the bent rails. Of course, now I'm wondering

[RBW] Re: Saddles - A Weighty Question

Cecily, I just went through a few weeks of dialing in my Brooks. I have the B68, basically your saddle without the springs. I was having the same issues you described - pressure where it was unwanted, sliding off the nose of the saddle when I tilted down, tried scooting it forward, thinking

[RBW] Re: Saddles - A Weighty Question

I'll definitely give it a try. After the ride last weekend and today, I was seriously considering buying padded cycling shorts. Nobody needs to see me in those. :D On Sunday, August 25, 2013 9:03:05 PM UTC-7, LeahFoy wrote: Cecily, I just went through a few weeks of dialing in my Brooks. I

[RBW] Re: Saddles

The issue may also be the saddle width. A standard B-17 is really painful to me but a B-17N or narrow works much better. The Sele Italia Rolls is another one that I find to be really comfortable You may just have a little narrower bone structure than other people On Thu, Sep 17, 2009 at 1:10

[RBW] Re: Saddles

I wonder if the source of the knot is your clothing? Are you commuting bike clothes or just regular clothes. Could it be that there is a seam in your clothes that is causing the problem? --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed

[RBW] Re: Saddles

On Wed, Sep 16, 2009 at 9:37 AM, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote: I wonder if the source of the knot is your clothing? Are you commuting bike clothes or just regular clothes. What are these Bike Clothes you speak of? Do they have a bicycle built into them? /sarcasm -sv

[RBW] Re: Saddles

By bike clothes I'm referring to a diaper equipped leotard. But seriously, I feel like I've had a problem in the past cycling in cotton underwear and shorts/pants due to seams. I wonder if there is a flickr page dedicated to saddle sores... On Sep 16, 6:39 am, Seth Vidal skvi...@gmail.com

[RBW] Re: Saddles

I had a boil develop pretty much under/right next to my sit bone where it contacted the saddle and had the seam of underwear (boxer-brief kind) rubbing on the same spot. TMI? Wearing regular boxer underwear with only a center seam gets rid of part of the problem, but now I seem pre-disposed to a

[RBW] Re: Saddles

] Re: Saddles To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com I don't like having to wear bike diapers, but admit that I haven't had this problem since switching over to the REI Novara liners underneath MUSA shorts. DE --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received

[RBW] Re: Saddles

...@gmail.com Subject: [RBW] Re: Saddles To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com I don't like having to wear bike diapers, but admit that I haven't had this problem since switching over to the REI Novara liners underneath MUSA shorts. DE --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received

[RBW] Re: Saddles

I have had that problem in the past. It happened at a time I was putting a lot of miles in so I also assumed it was the saddle. Turned out to be roofing in Carheart pants. The stitching was rubbing me all day long. On Sep 15, 4:35 pm, avillage avill...@verizon.net wrote: Howdy. This is a

[RBW] Re: Saddles

Hello, Don't know if this'll help, but haven't seen anyone else mention this. Cleanliness is key to maintaining good health in the nether regions. I have adult onset saddle sores I deal with, every year now. Never a problem until about 5 years ago. Your description sounds similar. Here's

[RBW] Re: Saddles

: [RBW] Re: Saddles To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Date: Wednesday, September 16, 2009, 1:09 PM I say get rid of the Brooks. It ain't that comfy AND you have a butt knot? hmmm... I think there are no better looking, more storied saddles than Brooks, but if they dont work

[RBW] Re: Saddles

Drew makes excellent points. There was a great article about saddle sores in one of the Rivendell Readers. In fact... here's the article: http://www.rivbike.com/article/misc/saddle_sores I actually had a pretty impressive knot earlier this week. I work in an ER and made a joke to a coworker

[RBW] Re: Saddles

. --- On *Wed, 9/16/09, David Estes cyclotour...@gmail.com* wrote: From: David Estes cyclotour...@gmail.com Subject: [RBW] Re: Saddles To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com I don't like having to wear bike diapers, but admit that I haven't had this problem since switching over to the REI

[RBW] Re: Saddles

cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: From: David Estes cyclotour...@gmail.com Subject: [RBW] Re: Saddles To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com I don't like having

[RBW] Re: Saddles

. I wear liners when breaking in new leather saddles and on rides over about 30 miles. --- On Wed, 9/16/09, David Estes cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: From: David Estes cyclotour...@gmail.com Subject: [RBW] Re: Saddles

[RBW] Re: Saddles

I commute with my shorts here in hot swampy houston sometimes the entire week. :D At the very least two days in a row. But it's only 12 miles each way. No issues here. But I do shower immediately after each ride like you said. On Sep 16, 12:47 pm, Drew Ellison drewelli...@gmail.com wrote:

[RBW] Re: Saddles

On Tue, Sep 15, 2009 at 4:35 PM, avillage avill...@verizon.net wrote: Howdy. This is a bit embarassing and here goes anyway. I cycle commute to work each day on my Bleriot with a Brooks B-17. The saddle was reasonably comfortable and I thought it would break in and do the job. Previously,

[RBW] Re: Saddles

This won't help now, but a call to Avocet indicates the O2 might be available next Spring. If the saddles become available, the Avocet rep also said he will direct to the consumer. On Sep 15, 3:35 pm, avillage avill...@verizon.net wrote: Howdy. This is a bit embarassing and here goes anyway. I

[RBW] Re: Saddles

have you done micro adjusting of b17 angle and setback. they are subtle sun a guns and seems sometime a milli here or there can change a lot with that old clunker of a saddle. On Sep 15, 2:50 pm, Richard rsv...@netzero.net wrote: This won't help now, but a call to Avocet indicates the O2 might

[RBW] Re: Saddles

+1. The cheap WTB saddles are pretty nice. And for you, it would be an inexpensive way to make sure the Broos isn't causing the issue. Eric Platt St. Paul, MN On Sep 15, 3:41�pm, Seth Vidal skvi...@gmail.com wrote: On Tue, Sep 15, 2009 at 4:35 PM, avillage avill...@verizon.net wrote:

[RBW] Re: Saddles

on 9/15/09 1:35 PM, avillage at avill...@verizon.net wrote: Howdy. This is a bit embarassing and here goes anyway. I cycle commute to work each day on my Bleriot with a Brooks B-17. The saddle was reasonably comfortable and I thought it would break in and do the job. Previously, I'd ridden

[RBW] Re: Saddles

I have had great luck with Terry saddles. I have used a Liberator, a Fly and a Fly Tri gel, all with great results. YMMV. Joel --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to

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I haven't adjusted the saddle since the initial break-in period...you know, ride a while, adjust a bit, ride some more, repeat, try to hit the sweet spot. Haven't thought that another adjustment might be necessary. Makes sense, though. Reading that Avocet might produce again...well, I have hope

[RBW] Re: Saddles

I have a B-17 and two Selle Anatomica's. The SA's beat the Brooks hands down. And they're waterproof. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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] Re: Saddles

On Sep 15, 2:50 pm, Richard rsv...@netzero.net wrote: This won't help now, but a call to Avocet indicates the O2 might be available next Spring.  If the saddles become available, the Avocet rep also said he will direct to the consumer. I use to love Avocet products, especially their O2