[RBW] Re: Velocity Dyads and 50mm Tires

Sorry to hear your rim broke! Cliffhangers are great and can easily handle a 50mm tire. On Monday, June 22, 2020 at 10:50:22 AM UTC-7, John Rinker wrote: > > Good morning, > > Just wondering if anyone else has had an issue with Velocity Dyad rims > splitting on the sidewalls while running

[RBW] Re: End-of-Spring Rides

Och, Andy! I am sorry for the need for respite from trouble/ing and thankful these are a wee smackeral of som'at fortifying. May the healing balm of peace beyond understanding be upon you and yours. With abandon, Patrick On Monday, June 22, 2020 at 12:59:20 PM UTC-6, ascpgh wrote: > > Patrick,

[RBW] Re: Grand Bois Cypres 700 x 30 substitutes?

Schwalbe have the G-One Speed 700x30. I've been running these tubeless for a couple of years. Nick -- 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

Re: [RBW] Velocity Dyads and 50mm Tires

I did a week loaded on the GDMBR last summer with the DT TK540 on the rear and 50mm Mondials. I had no issues and wheel didn’t need any truing afterwards. As I recall it was an easy build and the rim has a very nice breaking surface. Bill S -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: Dirt droppish questions for smallish impulse buy

Hello!, I have ridden a couple dirt drops the original Wilderness Trail Bike/Specialized/Nitto RM-3 Dirt Drop bar https://www.somafabshop.com/shop/product/nitto-handlebar-rm3-dirt-drop-2758?page=2=977. I have them on both my WTB Phoenix Steel and Ti along with my OX Brand Ti Cruiser with two

[RBW] Frame repair in the Bay Area?

I will second Irving's recommendation of CB cycle. Erik has done multiple repair/adding braze-ons for me. John Fitzgerald of Fitz Cyclez is also great, but he is in Santa Rosa. Franklyn -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

Re: [RBW] Velocity Dyads and 50mm Tires

Peter, Thank you for your insight on this. I weigh about 180lbs and run my Marathons at around 25 psi and 32 psi front a rear respectively (a little more depending what I'm carrying). I don't know if these lower pressures are a culprit, but it doesn't seem so according to what you've said.

Re: [RBW] Re: Travel bikes

Jay, they are on ebay, Steve On Mon, Jun 22, 2020 at 2:52 PM Jay Lonner wrote: > Ryan, thanks for the heads up - not sure what bikes you’re referring to > though. Are these on eBay or Craigslist or ...? > > Jay Lonner > Bellingham, WA > > Sent from my Atari 400 > > > On Jun 22, 2020, at 11:41

[RBW] Frame repair in the Bay Area?

I have a steel Ritchey that needs a crack on the chainstay repaired. I thought Mikkelsen would be the way to go unless anyone has abetter suggestion. Thanks in advance! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] Re: Frame repair in the Bay Area?

CB Cycles On Monday, June 22, 2020 at 1:11:30 PM UTC-7 Brendan Willard in SF wrote: > I have a steel Ritchey that needs a crack on the chainstay repaired. I > thought Mikkelsen would be the way to go unless anyone has abetter > suggestion. Thanks in

[RBW] Re: Velocity Dyads and 50mm Tires

Thanks Garth for that fine list of recommendations. I always had very good luck with Mavic 719s. Can't find them is silver anymore. Cheers, John On Monday, June 22, 2020 at 12:00:43 PM UTC-7, Garth wrote: > > > I think Velocity's conservative rating are more to do with >

[RBW] Re: Velocity Dyads and 50mm Tires

Thanks Adam. The fine people at Velocity have offered to replace the Dyads with Cliffhangers, so this may be the route I go. Cheers, John On Monday, June 22, 2020 at 11:35:50 AM UTC-7, Adam Leibow wrote: > > Sorry to hear your rim broke! Cliffhangers are great and can easily handle > a 50mm

[RBW] WTT: Mark’s Rack for Nitto RBW51 Rack

Traded. -- 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 view this discussion on the web visit

[RBW] End-of-Spring Rides

Patrick, your pictures and places are a great respite to me from troubles and the troubling. I feel like I am a bit stronger in my tasks by the images from your efforts. Andy Cheatham Pittsburgh -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

Re: [RBW] Re: Travel bikes

I have a Dahon Tournado, bought off CL locally. It’s the only one I’ve ever seen, clearly made by Richey. It’s a very comfortable real, regular bike that gets frequent use around town. Just so happens you can take the frame apartI’ve traveled with it 3-4 times and never paid for oversized

[RBW] Re: FS Nitto Noodles, 44cm

I think I might have priced these too high, so a price cut is in order. How does $20 plus shipping sound? > > > -- 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

[RBW] Re: Frame repair in the Bay Area?

Does Mikkelsen have a good helper these days? I know he had a stroke a number of years ago and was less than 100% when I had him do work on my Kogswell with a dent in the top tube. And I have not worked with Litton but have heard many a story about less than timely response and turnaround.

Re: [RBW] Velocity Dyads and 50mm Tires

I'm a Velocity distributor. But their recommended tire sizes make no sense to me. The problem with fat tires isn't that they're fat. It's that the tire manufacturers give pressure ratings that only take into account the tire's ability to stay on the rim, rather than a tire pressure that actually

[RBW] Re: Frame repair in the Bay Area?

Hi Brendan, (good to see you here !) Ed Litton just wrapped something up for me, but said he'd be out of workshop/office for a month or two starting mid June or so. Mikkelsen may be the closest. Another possibility is Silva Cycles or Dale Sasso in San Jose. Jay P. Berkeley, CA On Monday,

[RBW] Re: End-of-Spring Rides

Oops. Here's the link to their dizzying array of smocks: https://hilltrek.co.uk/clothing/smocks/ On Monday, June 22, 2020 at 3:16:31 PM UTC-6, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Andrew, I love my jacket! Breathable cotton ventile with a cotton analogy > lining that pushes moisture, vapor and liquid, out

[RBW] Re: End-of-Spring Rides

Andrew, I love my jacket! Breathable cotton ventile with a cotton analogy lining that pushes moisture, vapor and liquid, out via capilary action, same as fur on an animal does. It is by Hilltrek in Scotland. This is the exact one: https://hilltrek.co.uk/clothing/smocks/foinaven-smock/ They

Re: [RBW] Travel bikes

This bike has the same problem that my Dahon Speedhound had: It’s too big when folded to count as checked baggage. Southwest Airlines (and I think most airlines have similar policies) counts anything larger than 62 inches when height, width and length are combined *or* more than 50 pounds as

Re: [RBW] Grand Bois Cypres 700 x 30 substitutes?

+1 on ordering directly from GB. Even with shipping, their prices are substantially lower than purchasing from a US-based vendor. The last two GB tires I bought online came directly from them. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Jun

Re: [RBW] Re: Travel bikes

Ryan, thanks for the heads up - not sure what bikes you’re referring to though. Are these on eBay or Craigslist or ...? Jay Lonner Bellingham, WA Sent from my Atari 400 > On Jun 22, 2020, at 11:41 AM, 'Abcyclehank' via RBW Owners Bunch > wrote: > > Jay, > > There are two really nice

[RBW] Re: End-of-Spring Rides

I echo the sentiments before me, spectacular collection of photos! On Sunday, 21 June 2020 at 15:02:51 UTC-7 Deacon Patrick wrote: > In which snows become rains garnished with crisp, misty mornings that warm > to wide open, deep blue skies and the fluttering swoops of butterflies. > >

[RBW] Re: Grand Bois Cypres 700 x 30 substitutes?

On Sunday, June 21, 2020 at 8:07:49 AM UTC-7, Tom Goodmann wrote: > > I've long enjoyed the suppleness of these tires, but they seem not to have > been available in the U.S. now for some years; I think they can still be > obtained outside the U.S.. Any recommendations for near-equivalents? >

[RBW] Re: Just Pics from Your Good Ride Thread

Sweet spot to ride to, Jason! I love when clouds and mountains play and make me wonder what I should be wearing. Grin. Have you turned your wee beastie to any trail riding in those hills? If so, how does it do? I've been amazed how I can ride all terrains, with a bit more caution and LCG

Re: [RBW] Re: Travel bikes

Jay, There are two really nice slightly used NWT Bike Friday’s with Rohloff hubs (2 previous European Tours). One large one Small, designed for 6’2” male rider and a 5’3” female rider. Possibly the seller could give your relevant info about your travel desires as well. Could Buy both Now

[RBW] Re: Velocity Dyads and 50mm Tires

I think Velocity's conservative rating are more to do with minimizing/discouraging legal/warranty claims. A rim such as a Dyad ought to handle a 50mm tire. The wheel build itself has to be taken into account though, as well as air pressure. For other rims... DT TK540 is spec'd as being

[RBW] Re: Travel bikes

or Dahon Allegro: https://www.worthpoint.com/worthopedia/dahon-allegro-breakaway-folding-bike-194833770 On Thursday, June 18, 2020 at 4:41:28 PM UTC-7, Jay Lonner wrote: > > I'm interested in building up travel bikes for my wife and me. Our > intended use is credit card touring in continental

[RBW] Re: Frame repair in the Bay Area?

in Sonoma County, Jeremy Sycip is a master builder. Not sure he does repair but you could ask. Super nice guy: http://sycip.com/ On Monday, June 22, 2020 at 1:11:30 PM UTC-7, Brendan Willard in SF wrote: > > I have a steel Ritchey that needs a crack on the chainstay repaired. I > thought

[RBW] Re: Grand Bois Cypres 700 x 30 substitutes?

I ordered two directly from Grand Bois in Kyoto in late February. They arrived in less than a week. Two tires for ~$100. Great price and very fast service. Why is shipping from Japan so fast and inexpensive? On Sunday, June 21, 2020 at 8:07:49 AM UTC-7, Tom Goodmann wrote: > > I've long enjoyed

[RBW] End-of-Spring Rides

I’m truly envious of the high country. Curious what jacket it is you have? I’m seeking an anorak style for riding as well. -- 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,

[RBW] Frame repair in the Bay Area?

If it were me, my first call would be to Ed Litton. Bill Lindsay El Cerrito Ca -- 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: Travel bikes

Dahon Tournado info: https://www.adventurecycling.org/sites/default/assets/resources/200806_Cyclesense_Schubert.pdf On Thursday, June 18, 2020 at 4:41:28 PM UTC-7, Jay Lonner wrote: > > I'm interested in building up travel bikes for my wife and me. Our > intended use is credit card touring in

[RBW] fresh new look for google groups?????

i am thinking newer may not be better. you? -- 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 view this

[RBW] Re: fresh new look for google groups?????

I had a brief look and switched back: a) When you look at the group overview, there doesn't appear to be anything to indicate which threads have any new posts. b) All the toolbar icons are pretty much identical. You have to hover the mouse over each one to see what it does. On Tuesday, 23

Re: [RBW] Velocity Dyads and 50mm Tires

Wow. I weigh 385 and I pump any 50+ mm tire to 45 psi and consider that higher than I really need. I've been riding Dyads and have had 50+ mm tires on them probably 95% of the time. I don't do huge miles but the wheels are about 7-8 years old. Zero problems with the rims or wheels.

[RBW] Re: Brooks Brown v. Black

I vote for the black saddle. (Looks better against the frame's color.) -- 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: End-of-Spring Rides

Aye Deacon, may we all find the kind and bright heart you share! -- 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: fresh new look for google groups?????

Agreed. When it comes to Groups, Google has lost the plot. With abandon, Patrick On Monday, June 22, 2020 at 8:06:35 PM UTC-6, eddietheflay wrote: > > i am thinking newer may not be better. you? > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

Re: [RBW] Velocity Dyads and 50mm Tires

On Tuesday, 23 June 2020 at 9:01:11 am UTC+10 peter...@gmail.com wrote: > At the same pressure (psi) the larger the tire, the more force is applied > to the rim's sidewalls. > Yes, for a given pressure, stress in the walls of a cylindrical pressure vessel (of which a tyre is a good

[RBW] Re: fresh new look for google groups?????

I tried the new one and then immediately switched it back LOL. KJ On Monday, June 22, 2020 at 7:06:35 PM UTC-7, eddietheflay wrote: > > i am thinking newer may not be better. you? > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

Re: [RBW] Re: Velocity Dyads and 50mm Tires

Could it be that your Dyads were simply worn thin from the brake pads? I run 50-57mm tires on Dyads on my Bombadil with no problems...admittedly at low pressure; less than 35psi.cheers,Andrew On Tuesday, June 23, 2020, 09:52:38 AM GMT+10, John Rinker wrote: Thanks Adam. The fine

Re: [RBW] Organized Rides 2020

RUSA is re-starting with 200K rides in July. I ran a 100/200/300K ride this past Saturday without incident, using staggered times. Our Montgomery annual century is still on in October. It has 30, 62, 100 and 124 mi options. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Velocity Dyads and 50mm Tires

Good morning, Just wondering if anyone else has had an issue with Velocity Dyad rims splitting on the sidewalls while running fatter tires. I have been running some Schwalbe Marathon Mondials (28x2.0) and muy rear rim recently split. I am told by Velocity (who has been very helpful, indeed)

Re: [RBW] Seen some Gus builds, no Susies yet....

@Ray that's definitely an option. Since I wasn't sure what tire/crank/BB I was going to use/would work, I figured I'd better experiment with $30 options rather than $200 options. Phil Wood was actually the end goal at the beginning but once I found that NOS three piece Tange BB. I'm

Re: [RBW] Seen some Gus builds, no Susies yet....

Alex, I’m just trying to picture the differences. Is the barrel of the 73mm bb 5mm wider so the bearings are placed 5mm further outboard or are the mounting rings 5mm thicker. I really haven’t kept up with newer standards. Thank you Ray -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: Seen some Gus builds, no Susies yet....

My Susie frame will get here this week. It's rather anticlimactic though as it's summer and summer is for riding ! I'll get around to assembling it eventually. For clarity, these Tange BB's follow the same specs as Shimano and most others. A "oversize" 73mm shell is simply +2.5mm on each side

Re: [RBW] Re: Useful use for beeswax

Well, there is a brand new Red Green podcast! Alas, it is not free... http://www.redgreen.com/ EricF Neither handy nor handsome Vancouver BC On Mon, 22 Jun 2020 at 07:10, Jock Dewey wrote: > Oh, how we miss Red Green. > > We could all use a good Red Green show right now. > > Jock Dewey /

[RBW] Re: Useful use for beeswax

Oh, how we miss Red Green. We could all use a good Red Green show right now. Jock Dewey / Athens, GA On Sunday, June 21, 2020 at 7:33:27 AM UTC-4, Kent Peterson -- Eugene, Oregon wrote: > > OK, I think Craig just won this thread. His dentist isn't the only one who > is impressed. > > Red

[RBW] WTB 62cm Surly Travelers Check

Cross post w/iBob Hi All, looking to make the plunge for a travel frame. Before I plunk down a deposit on a frame modification, curious if anyone would like to sell? Alternative frame suggestions are welcome however there are a few requirements that I can’t budge on: -readily available

Re: [RBW] Useful use for beeswax

What a hilarious and useful post. I should start carrying bees wax on my long rides. Never tried Butch Wax but way back when, was a devoted Brylcreem and Vitalis user. May try Patrick’s bees wax + Vaseline combo since I haven’t had a haircut since early March. Thanks all for the good

[RBW] Re: End-of-Spring Rides

Thank you Patrick. I really appreciate your ride reports & photos. mike in austin On Sunday, June 21, 2020 at 5:02:51 PM UTC-5 Deacon Patrick wrote: > In which snows become rains garnished with crisp, misty mornings that warm > to wide open, deep blue skies and the fluttering swoops of

Re: [RBW] Re: Useful use for beeswax

On Sunday, June 21, 2020 at 4:02:33 PM UTC-7, Craig Montgomery wrote: > > Hey, just another Day in the Life of Boy Blunder. If I hadn't been > chewing on that Jolly Roger while I was riding it wouldn't have happened! > I've got another one about a pair of pliers, a lighter, and a needle but >

Re: [RBW] Useful use for beeswax

I find that it's also good for coating unpainted steel that likes to rust. In my case, the latest has been the spindle on my (external bearing) BB. Rob -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

Re: [RBW] Useful use for beeswax

I remember we had Groom & Clean hair gel in the bathroom drawer when I grew up. I remember because my overworked Mom once accidentally grabbed that instead of the toothpaste when she brushed my teeth one day. I learned to brush my own teeth soon after. Robert Tilley San Diego, CA Sent from

Re: [RBW] Re: End-of-Spring Rides

Once again, best photos on the list -- and believe me, there are so very many wonderful photos posted by so many riders on this list. "Mud chains"? Can we get a distance shot? On Mon, Jun 22, 2020 at 9:47 AM Mike Packard wrote: > Thank you Patrick. I really appreciate your ride reports &