[RBW] Re: Fenders for Big Apples?

2010-06-01 Thread JoelMatthews
I'm just getting ready to install 60mm Giles Berthoud stainless fenders over 50mm Marathon Supremes (same dimension as the Big Apples). Sure look like they'll fit. Worked for me. On Jun 1, 7:08 am, Allingham II, Thomas J thomas.alling...@skadden.com wrote: I'm just getting ready to install

[RBW] Mtb Levers for Cantis

2010-06-01 Thread Ginz
Hello Folks, Is anyone able to compare the Tektro mtb-style levers for cantis offered by Riv to those offered by VO? I have the VO set and the mechanical advantage seems to be lower than the drop bar levers I replaced. Also, there is a bit of play in the pivot. Is the Riv offering any

[RBW] Re: Mtb Levers for Cantis

2010-06-01 Thread amoll68
Ginz, I'm using Paul Canti Levers on one of my bikes. Sorta spendy, but worth every penny: http://www.paulcomp.com/cantilever.html Alex -- 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: Brass Cable Ferrules

2010-06-01 Thread William
That's what Mark uses. When I needed some I just asked him and he gave a small handful to me. I was picking up a frameset at the time so maybe that was the reason they were free. Call them up and I'm sure they will get you some for a small price. On May 31, 10:02 pm, Rob Harrison

[RBW] Re: Mtb Levers for Cantis

2010-06-01 Thread JoelMatthews
Never had them but always thought Cantis used normal short pull levers. In any event, I believe Tektro makes the VO levers along with some of the other small brands. Dia Compe make their own. On Jun 1, 8:47 am, Ginz theg...@gmail.com wrote: Hello Folks, Is anyone able to compare the Tektro

[RBW] Nitto Mini-Front Vs. Two-Strut Toprack

2010-06-01 Thread Jim Boggs
I'm looking to put a 14X9X9.5 basket on the front of my Quickbeam, and I'm trying to decide which Nitto rack to use to support it - either the mini-front or two-strut toprack. My main concern is the weight limit of the mini-front, as I prefer the minimalist aesthetics of it, but I don't wan to

[RBW] Re: Nitto Mini-Front Vs. Two-Strut Toprack

2010-06-01 Thread William
The mini-front is totally bomber. Do not hesitate for a second putting 20 lbs of books on a basket on a Nitto mini front. Does your quickbean have the mid fork braze-ons? even better if it does. Then you can massively upgrade the capacity with a Platrack for special occasions. What a bonanza!

[RBW] Re: Mtb Levers for Cantis

2010-06-01 Thread Dave Craig
I use Cane Creek flat top levers (for canti's) on one bike. They work well and are solidly constructed. I use the Tektro levers a Surly Big Dummy, running v-brakes and discs. They are good levers that work with v's and traditional canti's. No issues. Dave On Jun 1, 6:47 am, Ginz

[RBW] Re: Mtb Levers for Cantis

2010-06-01 Thread JoelMatthews
What would be a good vintage model to look for on eBay? Suntour? Shimano? If you can find a good pair of Dia Compes, I would go with them over Suntour or Shimano. Vintage Campy calipers tend not to stop your bike (but sure look good not doing anything). On the other hand, the levers are very

[RBW] Re: Nitto Mini-Front Vs. Two-Strut Toprack

2010-06-01 Thread Dave Craig
William I agree with most of your points to the original poster. I've loaded my QB with the Nitto mini/basket with some pretty hefty loads and it works great. I'm a college professor, so I can relate to carrying loads of books. The one point I think you've incorrectly stated is this: The Platrack

[RBW] Re: Cool, transportation-oriented bike shops in Boston?

2010-06-01 Thread Ethan
2nded. I was a JP native for 10 years and this place was always my go- to for commuting needs. Harris and Broadway are also both great shops in my opinion. Ethan On May 31, 11:12 pm, Lisa ukulele.l...@mac.com wrote: Don't overlook Bikes Not Bombs in Jamaica Plain.  Their bike shop is a great

RE: [RBW] New tires at RBW

2010-06-01 Thread Frederick, Steve
Well, that follows--Grant's stated that in support of the wheelsize he'll carry every 650b tire he can (that will fit Riv products presumably, since he does not carry the really fat knobbies). I have nearly 200 miles on a set of the PariMotos on my Saluki and they're pretty nice. Fast and

[RBW] Re: Mtb Levers for Cantis

2010-06-01 Thread Mitch Browne
I have a pair of retro $28 Origin 8 4-finger levers that work very well on my Atlantis with Paul canti's. http://picasaweb.google.com/mitch.browne/Atlantis# I also have a set of 4 finger Tektro's that I haven't installed yet that look very similar. I can find out model number if you're

[RBW] Re: Mtb Levers for Cantis

2010-06-01 Thread JoelMatthews
On the other hand, the levers are very good (if pricey). Should also add the Campy Record Mtb levers are almost impossible to find in any event. On Jun 1, 9:50 am, JoelMatthews joelmatth...@mac.com wrote: What would be a good vintage model to look for on eBay?  Suntour? Shimano? If you

[RBW] Re: Mtb Levers for Cantis

2010-06-01 Thread Ginz
How about older Shimano XT? Any good? NOS Suntours are going for ridiculous money. Ridiculous. -- 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] Re: Mtb Levers for Cantis

2010-06-01 Thread JoelMatthews
NOS Suntours are going for ridiculous money. Ridiculous. Curious. I guess absence makes the heart grow fonder. Shimano gets its share of lumps for drive trains. Their brakes and levers have always been very highly regarded, if perhaps a bit on the vanilla side of appearance. Probably easier

Re: [RBW] Re: Mtb Levers for Cantis

2010-06-01 Thread CycloFiend
on 6/1/10 9:20 AM, Ginz at theg...@gmail.com wrote: How about older Shimano XT? Any good? NOS Suntours are going for ridiculous money. Ridiculous. If you have any kind of Recyclery or similar used parts shop in your area, there should be a plethora of canti-compatible levers. With the

[RBW] FS: Carradice; Nitto; Acorn

2010-06-01 Thread Dave Craig
Hey, folks: Further reductions in my bike stuff to fund a summer tour - yes, it looks like in spite of all the challenges we faced this year, we get to tour. Yeah! Super C Rear Panniers - used on one tour. Very good condition with no rips, or frays. One pair for $100 bucks. See:

[RBW] 59 Romulus on Seattle CL

2010-06-01 Thread rcnute
I wish it was a 57--still ruing the one that got away from me. http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/bik/1769588446.html -- 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To

[RBW] Re: Mtb Levers for Cantis

2010-06-01 Thread Ginz
The Cane Creek Flat Top lever looks to be the same as my Tektro- branded lever from VO with the quick release and all. Maybe I'll try playing with the straddle cable and see if I can't get better action out of mine. I still don't like the play that is in the lever pivot. -- You received this

[RBW] Re: Nitto Mini-Front Vs. Two-Strut Toprack

2010-06-01 Thread Jim Boggs
Thanks y'all, just placed the order for the mini-front. I think I will be rocking some bike-beautility with the mini-front, a wald tall grocery basket, and the grid-grey shopsack. Psyched to maker my already awesome QB twice as useful! On Jun 1, 10:54 am, Dave Craig dcr...@prescott.edu wrote:

[RBW] Re: 59 Romulus on Seattle CL

2010-06-01 Thread Frankwurst
If it was a canti rom I'd be on it. Great bikes. One of the few I've owned that my wife complimented. Not that that means anything. Buy it Ryan. It's in your backyard and a 59 isn't that far off bat. Shorter stem and wallah! On Jun 1, 2:44 pm, rcnute rcn...@hotmail.com wrote: I wish it was a

[RBW] Re: FS: Carradice; Nitto; Acorn

2010-06-01 Thread Dave Craig
The Super C panniers are sold. The racks and the Acorn rando bag are still available. Dave On Jun 1, 11:32 am, Dave Craig dcr...@prescott.edu wrote: Hey, folks: Further reductions in my bike stuff to fund a summer tour - yes, it looks like in spite of all the challenges we faced this year,

[RBW] Re: FS: Carradice; Nitto; Acorn

2010-06-01 Thread Blindrobert
durn. Too slow. Good luck with your sale - nice lot of stuff! On Jun 1, 7:35 pm, Dave Craig dcr...@prescott.edu wrote: The Super C panniers are sold. The racks and the Acorn rando bag are still available. Dave On Jun 1, 11:32 am, Dave Craig dcr...@prescott.edu wrote: Hey, folks:

[RBW] Re: Fenders for Big Apples?

2010-06-01 Thread EricP
They have also worked for me. Both with Marathon Supreme and Big Apple tires (26x50). Albeit not on a Rivendell bike. Hence my reluctance to answer. Eric Platt St. Paul, MN On Jun 1, 8:07�am, JoelMatthews joelmatth...@mac.com wrote: I'm just getting ready to install 60mm Giles Berthoud

[RBW] Re: Mtb Levers for Cantis

2010-06-01 Thread EricP
The first generation Shimano XT are good leverl. I've seen them at used bike shops a few times. The old Dia Compe's are still the bee's knees. Started with them and went back to them back in the day. Very lightweight and well made for the time. Still, wouldn't mind finding a pair of Magura or

[RBW] Re: Mtb Levers for Cantis

2010-06-01 Thread Ginz
Wow I mean WOW. These are going for even more than the Suntours. Then again, askin' ain't gettin'... http://tinyurl.com/26znmxh On Jun 1, 8:21 pm, EricP ericpl...@aol.com wrote: The first generation Shimano XT are good leverl.  I've seen them at used bike shops a few times.  The old

[RBW] Re: Mtb Levers for Cantis

2010-06-01 Thread JoelMatthews
The only Campy ones I remember were the plastic levers from the first run of mtb gear. Only saw one bike in person with those on and they looked and felt cheap. (Probably worth a small mint now.) Eric: Believe you are thinking of the grey Campy Euclids, which appeared to be designed for a

[RBW] Re: Mtb Levers for Cantis

2010-06-01 Thread Ginz
I'll look around for the Dia Compes. Any particular model? -- 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to

[RBW] Re: Mtb Levers for Cantis

2010-06-01 Thread JoelMatthews
Not sure of the model names. Mid 80s. They look a lot like the Shimanos in your earlier link. A little less delicate, however. On Jun 1, 9:26 pm, Ginz theg...@gmail.com wrote: I'll look around for the Dia Compes.  Any particular model? -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[RBW] Re: New tires at RBW

2010-06-01 Thread Calm54
Just received a package from pacenti cycle design. The pari motos are on the Saluki! They are light and supple. I will see how durable starting tomorrow. On Jun 1, 8:51 am, Frederick, Steve frede...@mail.lib.msu.edu wrote: Well, that follows--Grant's stated that in support of the wheelsize

[RBW] Re: FS: Carradice; Nitto; Acorn

2010-06-01 Thread Dave Craig
The racks are now spoken for. The Acorn rando bag is still available. Dave On Jun 1, 4:35 pm, Dave Craig dcr...@prescott.edu wrote: The Super C panniers are sold. The racks and the Acorn rando bag are still available. Dave On Jun 1, 11:32 am, Dave Craig dcr...@prescott.edu wrote: