Hmm, seatstay sockets in the seatpost lug. My Heron Road has that.
On Wednesday, July 30, 2014 8:35:55 PM UTC-7, dougP wrote:
Thanks Mike. Now if we can just get the front end, we can start
discussing color(s). This is a really interesting project.
dougP
On Wednesday, July 30, 2014
Hey Kurt, just to throw in, rideshares on craigslist are sometimes an option,
ive used it a couple times, just pay the peeps something , and let them know
you have a bike and that you need a truck/ van situation and be flexible! Its
pretty easy, only have to break down the bike
Lunginsam,
FWIW, Shimano's claim about those flat bar derailleurs being for flat
bar shifters is just marketing, otherwise it is false. Flat bar shifters
are mtb shifters in cable pull. You can use it with indexed mtn shifters
and certainly with friction ! The fd- r443 and all road
On Sunday, July 27, 2014 4:07:27 PM UTC-4, Peter M wrote:
Ah, I see. I am a semantics person too so I appreciate the clarification.
On Jul 27, 2014 4:06 PM, Steve Palincsar pali...@his.com javascript:
wrote:
On 07/27/2014 04:01 PM, Goshen Peter wrote:
So what does brass do, is just
I've done parts of the sierra cascades route from ACA that would be pretty
spectacular for some fishing. We started in Portland but had to figure a
route to link up with the route that worked out well. We hit Ashland for a
couple of days and at that point or soon after you'd need to cut towards
Measure each side to midline independently; some bottom brackets will use
asymmetric spindles to best remove unneeded length from the left side. You
might end up with a very small Q.
Andy Cheatham
Pittsburgh
On Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:07:32 AM UTC-4, rcnute wrote:
Measure horizontally with
Another way is to simply mount the crank arms in the same orientation and
just measure the dimension.
KJ
On Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:03:48 AM UTC-4, lungimsam wrote:
...without taking off the left crank arm...
Any way to do it?
I am curious as to how my two RBW bikes quack.
Thanks for
Indeed, I'm looking at having a set of 650b A23s built, and it's been said
that those rims actually do well with high tension. It does seem to be a
case-by-case matter, rather than something inherent to the wheel size.
KJ
On Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:13:16 AM UTC-4, Benz, Sunnyvale, CA wrote:
The influence of the bell . . . on bike or off :) !
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O_MphtzCOEc
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Just an amateur builder here, having only built three wheels in my life
(but hoping to do many more). But I would defer to the rim manufacturer
for recommended spoke tensions. Some extra lightweight rims are not rated
for high spoke tension. And some rim styles dictate lower or higher
My method is:
1. Rotate one crank arm so that it is parallel with the seat tube
2. measure with a caliper from the outer face of the crank at the pedal
threads to the far end of the seat tube (i.e., the measurement includes the
distance to the seat tube AND the diameter of the seat
...and here it is again in its most detached state:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/olipop/13913719057/
and here too:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/olipop/8916539620/in/set-72157633131041745
Good day, fine bunch!
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The train is cool but Greyhound will take you from Oakland to Eureka. There
are many ways to ride from Eureka back to Oakland, including touring
through the Lost Coast area.
jim m
wc ca
On Wednesday, July 30, 2014 10:19:19 PM UTC-7, Kurt Manley wrote:
I'm looking to do a 1 week solo tour on
Sugino crank claimed.
Nitto mini front claimed.
Marks Rack acquired
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Two thoughts/questions - completely unsubstantiated!
1) does Amtrak offer boxed bikes (or better, roll-on) service through
to Dunsmuir (where, when running on the advertised, you'll arrive in
the middle of night)?
2) I've heard Amtrak offers bus connections (w/ through-checked
luggage i.e. bike
I have a pair of silver bar-end shifters with some broken / missing parts.
Can I buy the less expensive down tube version that Riv sells and mount
them on the existing bar-end pods that I already have?
Is there a special piece I'd be missing?
thanks
Jason
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It doesn't win any style points, but my favorite bell is this one:
http://www.mirrycle.com/road_bell.php
Because dinging and slowing down tend to coincide. But alas, they don't
work with my brake levers =(.
William
On Thursday, July 31, 2014 7:12:47 AM UTC-7, Garth wrote:
The influence
Mani-Pedi... now where have I heard that before?
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After selling my Sam Hillborne frame to a fellow list member, and
consolidating all the parts I want on my new-to-me A. Homer Hilsen, I'm
left with a nice smattering of parts. Here they are!
Albastache Bars, Heat-treated Alu, 26.0mm clamp, used for one week.. not
for me - $85 shipped.
46cm
Bump
$140 shipped / $130 picked up.
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Short answer - yes. However the downtube shifters have a different washer.
The bar end version has a circular washer with a square hole in it. The
downtubers have the same washer, but with a little tang, or stop that would
prevent you from using it on a bar end pod.
Sorry, its hard to explain
Albastache and dirt drop pending.
On Thursday, July 31, 2014 12:38:32 PM UTC-4, Avery Wilson wrote:
After selling my Sam Hillborne frame to a fellow list member, and
consolidating all the parts I want on my new-to-me A. Homer Hilsen, I'm
left with a nice smattering of parts. Here they are!
Albastache and dirt drop pending...
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Makes total sense. Every time I pack my winter bag into my drysack as tight
as possible I think to myself, man, a summer bag would take up 1/4 of this
On Wed, Jul 30, 2014 at 8:41 PM, DS davecst...@gmail.com wrote:
Oh, forgot to mention, the whole reason for the change in setup was to get
Wet plus insanely steep grade single track on the Continental Divide Trail
gave me some spectacular tones and pulsing beats as the brakes were
clenched near full. But I was paying more attention to the trail and rocks
and thousand foot drops should I bungle it, so I have no idea the tone (and
Hi Avery,
sugino triple crank - what size (looks like 170mm)? and what gearing
46/36/26 ?
and dura ace downtube - what model is it? 7400 or 7700?
thanks in advance,
Bob
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Dang Justin... I had a nice 8cm Nitto Deluxe stem to trade with cash for
that mini Campee rack.
anyone else have one they want to sell?
~mike
Carlsbad Ca.
On Wednesday, July 30, 2014 9:47:57 PM UTC-7, justin...@gmail.com wrote:
Hey Folks-
My fiancé and I made it to Oakland in one piece and
Both are SOLD.
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You can turn the washer so that the little tang is pointed the opposite
direction or just cut the tang off completely and it will work.
David
Charlotte, NC
On Thursday, July 31, 2014 12:48:24 PM UTC-4, Avery Wilson wrote:
Short answer - yes. However the downtube shifters have a different
Nothing wrong with looking the part. :)
-Aaron Young
The Dalles, OR
On Thursday, July 31, 2014, Evan Baird vanster...@gmail.com wrote:
But was he also wearing sandals?
On Wednesday, July 30, 2014 9:26:45 PM UTC-7, Bill Lindsay wrote:
I took my mom and her two sisters to the SF Giants game
Wow. Wow. Wow!
The plan was six days, but I needed to come out two days early because vertigo
and scree (rocks that slip under your feet) do not play well together.
Wow. Things really seem to be getting dialed in in terms of gear and bike. The
Albastache (vs Albatross) bars and 2.25 wide Smart
Hi Friends,
I looked back at previous threads, most notably the link below on short
cranks and knee pain; however, perhaps this question is slightly different.
Over the past week or a bit longer, I've developed a really pronounced pain
in my right knee. It's on under the front part of my
Jason
Yes, you can do it. You have Silver Barcon Shifters. Those barcon
shifters came with the round flat washer spacer thing with the big square
hole in it. Life is good.
When you buy the downtube version, you will receive a flat washer spacer
thing with a big square hole in it with a
Why do you think Grant carries hatchets? Grin.
I'm no help for what may or may not work on the bike. However, what you
describe sounds like condramylagia (sp?), which I got growing up and had
two surgeries for by the time I was 17. Basically, the cartilage under the
knee cap is tearing. Here
So beautiful Patrick!! Thanks for sharing
Sent from my iPhone
On Jul 31, 2014, at 12:36 PM, Deacon Patrick lamontg...@mac.com wrote:
Wow. Wow. Wow!
The plan was six days, but I needed to come out two days early because
vertigo and scree (rocks that slip under your feet) do not play
not sure where you are starting but I drove to SF, left my car, and rented
a car one-way to the Arcata Airport. I then rode thru the Redwoods and
back to my car 5 days later. Avg was 70 per day.
~mike
Carlsbad Ca.
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My sleeping bag is my down jacket, pants, and booties. Works down to about
20˚F. Also, strapping things on top of the saddle sack works really well.
That's where my hatchet, tent, and sleeping pad (cut down to core only size
for summer) go. That's on a large rather than medium:
gorgeous terrain and a fantastic trip. I'd love to ride that area some day.
I did notice some shoes?
~mike
Carlsbad Ca.
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The triple is a 170 crank arms and 26-36-46.
The dura ace shifters are 7700 series.
Thanks!
On Jul 31, 2014 2:03 PM, Rando Rambo rambora...@gmail.com wrote:
Hi Avery,
sugino triple crank - what size (looks like 170mm)? and what gearing
46/36/26 ?
and dura ace downtube - what model is it?
Mike, Ha! Yes. I've been persuaded by various roots and rocks applying
their arguments to my toes that shoes are a good idea. These are the shoes
I run in. ZemGear Terra line.
With abandon,
Patrick
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I'll take the shifters if Rambo Rando does not take them. PM sent..
Bill Lindsay
El Cerrito, CA
On Thursday, July 31, 2014 1:49:26 PM UTC-7, Avery Wilson wrote:
The triple is a 170 crank arms and 26-36-46.
The dura ace shifters are 7700 series.
Thanks!
On Jul 31, 2014 2:03 PM, Rando
Like the title says, I'm looking for a Silver Hupe.
Or something similar?
Please contact me offlist if you can if you have something to spare.
Thanks,
David
Chicago
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I would just second the idea of one way car rentals which can often get you
exactly where and when you want to start and are pretty reasonable compared
to Amtrak. I love the romantic notion of the train/bus thing but sometimes
if you are on a schedule a rental car saves so much in the way of
http://techcrunch.com/2014/07/31/evo/
Interesting ideaat least for the average commuter looking for a
(hopefully) cheap-ish commuter bike. Key thing being versatility. One thing
I like in the video is how he says that most bikes look like a
frankenstein of parts. One thing I love about
On 07/31/2014 05:41 PM, DS wrote:
http://techcrunch.com/2014/07/31/evo/
Interesting ideaat least for the average commuter looking for a
(hopefully) cheap-ish commuter bike. Key thing being versatility. One
thing I like in the video is how he says that most bikes look like a
frankenstein
http://www.ebay.com/itm/RIVENDELL-SAM-HILLBORNE-BICYCLE-60CM-/171393727972?pt=US_Bicycles_Frameshash=item27e7dcbde4autorefresh=true
No connection. I just happened to be watching ebay as it ended.
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I had knee pain and I found I needed to stretch my Iliotibial band (otherly
known as the IT Band). An internet search of IT band stretches will
provide plenty of variety. Try stretching it out before and after rides.
It is a free solution that might work.
Matt
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and me, I thought toe socks were a fad
On Thursday, July 31, 2014 3:51:12 PM UTC-5, Deacon Patrick wrote:
Mike, Ha! Yes. I've been persuaded by various roots and rocks applying
their arguments to my toes that shoes are a good idea. These are the shoes
I run in. ZemGear Terra line.
With
Photos!!!
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I agree, would never get one...it looks plasticy and cheap, and I love my
rivendell and vintage bike restorations because of those design principles.
My point is that the scope of the project is interesting, at least from the
perspective of how people are trying to look at a mass produced bike
Whatever else is going on, it is probably swollen, even if not visibly.
Start with cold packs to reduce that. Pain is nature's way of telling us
to stop. Heed it. Consult with a really good (do your research) physical
therapist or chiropractor might be your second response. Be kind to you
it remains a concept. It's written as if its a real bike and
3D-metal-printed lugs matter. Not too many bike shops are going to have
$700,000 metal 3D printers. I've seen one, and the owner doesn't actually
make parts with it - they make models with it.
On Thursday, July 31, 2014 5:18:00
Good suggestions so far. My thoughts, either Eugene to Eureka, or Eureka
to San Francisco. Both are about right for distance, with lots of small
detour opportunities. I'd be nervous about relying on campgrounds during
the peak family outing season of the year, but my understanding is that
Och! No! R.I.C.E. does nothing but inhibit the body's natural healing
mechanisms (increased blood flow to bring nourishment and haul away the
refuse). The inventor of R.I.C.E. essentially calls it
bunk.
If you're contemplating doing the dirt part of the Lost Coast, pay
attention to water. I'm pretty sure there is no water to be had south of
Wailaki campground, until you get to Westport: no faucets, no creeks. At
this time of year, with this drought, Usal Beach probably has no water
other than
What a great trip! Do tell about the cheese and the plastic gaters!
With abandon,
Patrick
On Monday, July 28, 2014 5:05:51 PM UTC-6, Manuel Acosta wrote:
After two years since the last tour, got to finally find the time to get a
tour in for the summer. The one type of riding that got me
Amtrak bus connection to Eureka:
http://www.amtrak.com/servlet/ContentServer?pagename=am/am2Station/Station_Pagecode=EKA
On 7/31/14, 'pb' via RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com wrote:
Good suggestions so far. My thoughts, either Eugene to Eureka, or Eureka
to San Francisco.
http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/page/?o=ax9Unpage_id=164570v=I3
http://www.amtrak.com/california-train-bus-stations
=- Joe Bunik
Walnut Creek, CA
On 7/31/14, Joe Bunik jbu...@gmail.com wrote:
Amtrak bus connection to Eureka:
Well I guess to them it speaks the same design language
It doesn't look bad, I wonder how it rides, and if it's any fun. If my
suspicions are correct, it'll be really twitchy and it won't be any fun to
ride. But I'm happy to be proven wrong!
On Thu, Jul 31, 2014 at 2:41 PM, DS
Dang, I just tried to send a response with lotsa detail, and it crashed and
I lost it, so here's the short versionL
Raise you saddle to compensate for the pedal height diff. You aren't
getting enough leg extension, and consequently the back of your kneecap is
rubbing on the cartilage and
Kurt:
For a week, either Eurika / Arcata to the Bay Area or the Oregon coast.
But they're each a week at a touring pace. I've done both feel that
section of the northern California coast is more interesting than Oregon.
Maybe because on my Oregon trips that was toward the end. Their both
I was told a long while ago that you want to stuff tent and rain fly to prevent
creases. That's how I've been doing it for years. Also folding them is so
obsessively compulsive.
It's a great feeling to have a compact camping outfit.
Enjoy.
FWIW...If your in the Bay Area I suggest a quick
amazing. thanks for posting Patrick! with abandon, indeed.
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On Thursday, July 31, 2014 3:40:45 PM UTC-7, Anne Paulson wrote:
If you're contemplating doing the dirt part of the Lost Coast, pay
attention to water. I'm pretty sure there is no water to be had south of
Wailaki campground, until you get to Westport: no faucets, no creeks.It
isn't a
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I've always understood that the higher the tension, the stronger the wheel.
I haven't re-read the Brandt book for a number of years, but isn't his
technique effectively get the spokes so tight that the wheel starts to taco,
then back off a bit?
Mike in Htfd CT
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The Unknown Coast (Mattole Road to Honeydew, then over Panther Gap) is
fantastic. And there is water at Honeydew, and AW Way is a good campground
that has water. The route is steep, but I highly recommend that loop.
I still have not done the Lost Coast. I planned to do it last September. I
Anyone here pick up the green beauty!?! Someone did get a nice deal, happy
riding!
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Obtained!
David
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Paul brakes are sold.
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I'll take that 70mm stem.
-J
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DONT DO IT!!!
Seriously, be very careful. These have a history. You don't want to ruin an
expensive paint job. If you are aware of this, then I apologize for butting in!
Cheers!
Chris
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Fantastic photos, looks like a blast! Next time you gotta try it with the
Quickbeam ;)
On Thursday, July 31, 2014 12:37:08 PM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote:
Wow. Wow. Wow!
The plan was six days, but I needed to come out two days early because
vertigo and scree (rocks that slip under your
Sounds good Justin. You can PayPal me at: bsmit...@jlohr.com then give me your
address and I can ship tomorrow.
Thanks,
Bruce
On Jul 31, 2014, at 8:40 PM, justinaug...@gmail.com wrote:
I'll take that 70mm stem.
-J
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Also, here are some measurements:
Seat tube length, c-t-c: 60cm
Top tube length, c-t-c: 57cm
Head tube length, : b-t-t: 19cm
On Thursday, June 12, 2014 10:06:47 AM UTC-7, William! wrote:
Sale pending
On Wednesday,
Just watched Reveal the Path on Netflix. Patrick, I think you've found
the path without messing about with overseas travel, passports, etc..
Adventure can be right our your back door. Fantastic!
dougP
On Thursday, July 31, 2014 12:37:08 PM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote:
Wow. Wow. Wow!
The
Anne, I'm looking into some routes from that area. Thanks! Micheal, I just
put an ad on craigslist looking for a ride, thank you!
On Wednesday, July 30, 2014 10:19:19 PM UTC-7, Kurt Manley wrote:
I'm looking to do a 1 week solo tour on the proto Hunqapillar the week
after next and could use
These have all been sold. Thanks for all the responses !
David
On Mon, Jul 28, 2014 at 5:23 PM, David Mayne dma...@gmail.com wrote:
Hello,
I have a VO City/Gentlemen semi-custom frame/fork - this one was built in
2008 by Ahren Roger, a predecessor of the VO polyvant city bike frame. It
Ron, no separate toes on these (The ninja toe option doesn't work for me).
With abandon,
Patrick
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I have a very similar pain and I think it would just heal but for a knee
high Australian shepherd that crashes into me 200 times a day.
On Thursday, July 31, 2014 12:39:18 PM UTC-7, Liesl wrote:
Hi Friends,
I looked back at previous threads, most notably the link below on short
cranks and
Addison, how long di what you did take you?
On Wednesday, July 30, 2014 10:19:19 PM UTC-7, Kurt Manley wrote:
I'm looking to do a 1 week solo tour on the proto Hunqapillar the week
after next and could use some help picking a route. I had a loose plan in
mind to take the Coast Starlight
Peter, it's Hilleberg's Akto. We also have their Nano 3-person. Highly
recommend it. It's handled -30 or lower (thermometer bottomed out), hail,
stunning downpours and high winds extremely well -- best of any tent I've
ever had. For me, shelter needs to be substantial enough to actually
Nigel SmythBig Box Saddlebag, new never used, bought from Rivendell in 2008
for $235. Looks to measure 14w x 11h x 11l Asking $130 plus shipping
http://locallivedeals.com/bp/nsbag01.jpg
http://locallivedeals.com/bp/nsbag02.jpg
http://locallivedeals.com/bp/nsbag02.jpg
So much good info here! I had not thought of one way car rental. That might
be the ticket. I put a rideshare ad on craigslist, we will see what
happens. Gabe messaged me off the list and said it's likely I wouldn't be
able to offload my bike from the train in Dunsmuir as there is no luggage
William, do you know what size tires front and rear this will fit?
Thanks!
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