[RBW] Re: Helmets for fatheads

I've a 60-61 head. Wore a Lazer Genesis in XL for several years. Retired due to age (six years). Using a Savant in L now that is very comfortable. Also fit a POC very comfortably, but I wasn't comfortable with the price. Liking that new Lazer Z1 with temple protection. Seeing some colors on

Re: [RBW] OT: know anything about motorcycles?

I have no idea why, but I have my eye on a Yamaha TW200. "Low & slow," lightweight, easy to handle, high floatation tires, seems ideal for exploring without a lot of impact or obnoxiousness. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

Re: [RBW] OT: know anything about motorcycles?

Drew, I caught the motorcycle bug late(ish) in life and bought a 1973 Honda CL350. It's a simple, lightweight motorcycle that was great to learn on. Not very fast, but peppy enough for country roads, in-town commuting and puttering around forest service roads. I learned a good deal about

Re: [RBW] OT: know anything about motorcycles?

The GPS once routed my Audi S4 across a grown over cow pasture in the Missouri Ozarks. It did it just fine, just needed to go slower. A dual sport bike would have had no trouble either. Adjust speed as needed. I'm not sure you need an older bike. A V-Strom 650 of 2009 or newer might be

[RBW] Re: Saluki.

That's perfect. -- 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 email to

Re: [RBW] OT: know anything about motorcycles?

Off road means dirt and gravel roads mostly. Some of the roads haven't been graded in a decade or so and are more trail like than road like but those aren't the norm. This is great, keep them coming -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

Re: [RBW] Re: Saluki.

I always thought the sheep on the Rambouillet head badge looks like my dog Johnny. -- 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] OT: know anything about motorcycles?

Just to clarify, by 'off pavement,' do you mean just dirt roads or narrow trails also? If you could find one, a Kawasaki KLR650 could likely handle much of this. But, as with anything, you will have trade offs based on focus. The more trail capable, the less road comfortable. Think of knobby

[RBW] OT: know anything about motorcycles?

I'm not really current on motorcycles anymore, but used to ride BITD. This is an example of what is basically the Universal Japanese Dual-Sport Bike, the Honda 650 4-stroke single. The naming has shifted around a bit..older models were called XL. There's several smaller sizes if you don't need

Re: [RBW] OT: know anything about motorcycles?

OT certainly, but I am interested in hearing the responses. I've often toyed with the thought of a motorbike, and we've been talking about ebikes, which rather splits the difference. Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 29, 2017, at 7:06 PM, drew wrote: > > So a while back,

[RBW] OT: know anything about motorcycles?

So a while back, i bought some property in the mountains and it came with 2 dirt bikes. They aren't street legal, or attractive, or very high end. We've spent the last year semi renovating the cabin, clearing the land of years of brush pile up, but we've finally gotten to the point where we are

Re: [RBW] Re: Saluki.

Lol. I am partial to sight hounds. On Sep 29, 2017 5:19 PM, "dougP" wrote: > Spoken like a true dog lover. > > dougP > > On Friday, September 29, 2017 at 3:41:50 PM UTC-7, Hugh Smitham wrote: >> >> Swooning. I think it's my favorite head badge. >> >> On Sep 29, 2017 1:30

[RBW] Re: Why no 650b Roadeo?

I thought the Roadeo was essentially a Waterford Road Sport with RBW lugs. Boulder markets a similar tig welded 700C Road Sport, able to take wider tires. John Hawrylak Woodstown NJ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

Re: [RBW] Need Advice On Lighting System

Good for Rich! FWIW, I've owned 2 SPs. The first was used and, at least I *thought,* would intemittently make odd little clicking noises at each revolution of the wheel. Apart from that, wholly innocent of any vice. SP 2 powers the K-Lite on the Matthews and has been entirely inconspicuous. SP

Re: [RBW] Helmets for fatheads

I was due for a new one and my helmet guy said the value Giro model is the Foray. I picked one up in white with high viz accents. It'll need a little modification but it's pretty good. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: Why no 650b Roadeo?

Only GP knows that ! Maybe it's not a big seller, and redesigns would be required for 650b frames. If it's deemed not worth it, keep as is. Plus, it's meant to compete with modern carbon racing frames, and as far as I know there are few, if any 650b road racing bikes. -- You received this

Re: [RBW] Helmets for fatheads

That Brentwood looks interesting and the price is right. It might be too warm for the current weather here, but I'm going to give it a whirl. Thanks everybody! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

Re: [RBW] Re: Wildlife; rain; load

Around here, I still have mein heron. Tim On Fri, Sep 29, 2017 at 4:01 PM, Bill M. wrote: > And it didn't come back, no re-egrets. > > Bill > Stockton, CA > > On Friday, September 29, 2017 at 1:31:24 PM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote: >> >> My greatest egret was the one that

Re: [RBW] Re: Wildlife; rain; load

Y'all is robin me of my fun. Owl see ya later! Patrick "just parroting the cliches" Moore On Fri, Sep 29, 2017 at 5:01 PM, Bill M. wrote: > And it didn't come back, no re-egrets. > > Bill > Stockton, CA > > > On Friday, September 29, 2017 at 1:31:24 PM UTC-7, Deacon

[RBW] Re: Huge Rosco Mixte is HERE!

My Clementine has top mounts. On Thursday, September 28, 2017 at 8:04:29 PM UTC-4, MartyG wrote: > > Couple be either one - both had top-mounts. Still waiting for a shipping > confirmation myself. > > On Thursday, September 28, 2017 at 6:09:35 PM UTC-4, Kai Vierstra wrote: >> >> But wait! Did

Re: [RBW] New Bike Day--R05C0 8U883 Medium Mountain Mixte

Thanks for posting the graphic, Philip. You did a nice job. I remember running across that catalog page years ago, and tried with no success to find it during the most recent mixte discussion. I am of the opinion that mixte in this sense does not mean co-ed, but "dual" or "mixed" as in the

[RBW] Re: Wildlife; rain; load

And it didn't come back, no re-egrets. Bill Stockton, CA On Friday, September 29, 2017 at 1:31:24 PM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > My greatest egret was the one that flew away! > > With grinning abandon, > Patrick > > On Thursday, September 28, 2017 at 1:03:29 PM UTC-6, Patrick Moore wrote:

Re: [RBW] Need Advice On Lighting System

Brief update: Rich of Rivendell (who originally built this wheel) has offered to disassemble and rebuild it with the same spokes and rim for his standard building fee of $75, because Rich is a flat-out swell guy. I'll still be without my bike for a while, which is sad. But it won't cost as much

Re: [RBW] Re: Saluki.

Swooning. I think it's my favorite head badge. On Sep 29, 2017 1:30 PM, "Kellie" wrote: > > > Whoops! Here's the head

[RBW] WTB: Nitto Lugged Stem 8 or 9cm

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[RBW] Re: Why no 650b Roadeo?

I think the tubing of the Roadeo is lighter. Others can confirm. -- 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] Why no 650b Roadeo?

Because it would be a Hilsen. -- 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

Re: [RBW] Need Advice On Lighting System

Wow! Sounds busted! -- 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 email to

Re: [RBW] Re: Saluki.

No.  This was entirely on pavement, even the part down the farm road in the Amish area, but even disregarding pavement fenders like this do a great job keeping the bike clean.  And that's especially important if you're riding in area where there are many horse drawn vehicles like the one where

Re: [RBW] Need Advice On Lighting System

I'm happy for the folks here who have had such positive experiences with the SP hubs. I wish I could say the same! My SP SV-9 had significantly more drag than my SON hubs when first delivered. I hoped it would wear in, but it hasn't. Instead, it's gotten much worse. As of this morning my SP hub

[RBW] Re: Wildlife; rain; load

My greatest egret was the one that flew away! With grinning abandon, Patrick On Thursday, September 28, 2017 at 1:03:29 PM UTC-6, Patrick Moore wrote: > > Three separate and very minor incidents, but worth a brief account. > > 1. (a) White heron, flapping up from the acequia ditch as I rode back

[RBW] Re: Saluki.

Whoops! Here's the head badge: On Wednesday, September 27, 2017 at 11:52:59 PM UTC-7, Hugh Smitham wrote: > > How

[RBW] Re: Saluki.

The headbadge on my 50cm Saluki. With Fatty Rumpkins On Wednesday, September 27, 2017 at 11:52:59 PM UTC-7, Hugh Smitham wrote: > > How come I

Re: [RBW] Re: Saluki.

Immaculate bike Steve.  You trailer it there, take picture then put it back? :)   Love those honking fat tires.  Oodles of comfort and as fast as you want too. From: Steve Palincsar To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Friday, September 29, 2017 3:05 PM

[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto Rack, Bottle Cages, Choco-Norm, InoLight 10+

Price drop to $50 on the light. Any offers? -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Saluki.

Headbadge on my 50cm Saluki. On Friday, September 29, 2017 at 10:29:06 AM UTC-7, Fullylugged wrote: > > There were a couple including some LE pewter ones. Mine had cloisonne > edges. > > > -- > *From:* lum gim fong > *To:* RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: Helmet that doesn't stand so tall? No teetering crockery helmet?

That is a nice helmet On Friday, September 29, 2017 at 9:44:02 AM UTC-5, Clayton wrote: > > I have a big head on a thin body. I suffer the same issue. The helmet I > like is the Giro Aspect. It's spendy, but I feel handsome when I wear it. > ;) > > Clayton B. > -- You received this message

Re: [RBW] Re: Saluki.

On 09/29/2017 03:55 PM, lum gim fong wrote: Why not consider a Roadeo? They can do everything a Saluki can now that you can get braze ons wherever you want them, plus they will be a snappier ride/lighter tubeset. I guess only restriction is tire size the Saluki probably has the Roadeo

[RBW] Why no 650b Roadeo?

It would be one of two next in my sights for a bike purchase if they made 650b. I wonder why not? I know it is their answer to road bikes, but a 650b bike would be just as snappy. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: Saluki.

Why not consider a Roadeo? They can do everything a Saluki can now that you can get braze ons wherever you want them, plus they will be a snappier ride/lighter tubeset. I guess only restriction is tire size the Saluki probably has the Roadeo beat. But other than that the Roadeo should be the

Re: [RBW] Re: Wildlife; rain; load

Ray -- you may well be right, based on this (the comparo photo link won't load, but I've pasted in the sample version). http://blog.nwf.org/2011/03/is-this-a-heron-egret-or-crane/ [image: Inline image 1] On Thu, Sep 28, 2017 at 8:04 PM, Ray Varella wrote: > Was it a

[RBW] Re: Need Advice On Lighting System

I used to feel vibrations in the noodle bars from the edelouxewidebody hub at 18+mph but since changing to Lizard Skins bartape I don't feel it anymore. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] Re: Helmet that doesn't stand so tall? No teetering crockery helmet?

Duct tape or packing tape in a pinch to cover holes. -- 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

[RBW] Re: FS: Commuting / Bike Touring Stuffs -- Ortlieb, Tubus, Jandd, SKS, Hennessey Hammock, MSR

The following items have been spoken for: > -*GC Tubus Tara Front Low-rider Rack* > > -*NEW Hennessey Hammock Expedition 2.5* > > -*EC MSR Whisperlite International Stove Kit* > > -*EC MSR Alpine 2 Pot Cookset* > > -*NEW MSR 1L Alpine Pot + Lid + Storage

Re: [RBW] Re: PSA... $1800 Atlantis Complete

Ha, is going to be sleeping in a motel if he does that. On Fri, Sep 29, 2017 at 1:28 PM, 'Beaverton Bob' via RBW Owners Bunch < rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com> wrote: > Buy that bike, then buy this one too, for the wife (and yourself)! > >

Re: [RBW] Need Advice On Lighting System

thanks peter for that explanation. that explains why the IQX seems brighter than my edlux II...i rarely hit close to 20mph On Thursday, September 28, 2017 at 1:39:49 PM UTC-4, Peter White wrote: > > The SP hubs are comparable in quality to the better grade Shimano hubs, > but the Shimano

[RBW] Re: Helmet that doesn't stand so tall? No teetering crockery helmet?

Thanks for the suggestion, John, definitely looking at the Sutton. I wish the vents could be closed, but they are small enough not to let in too much rain. And, in my opinion, the premium cost of MIPS is well worth the added rotational protection the system is designed to provide. Ride

Re: [RBW] Re: Saluki.

There were a couple including some LE pewter ones.  Mine had cloisonne edges. From: lum gim fong To: RBW Owners Bunch Sent: Friday, September 29, 2017 9:02 AM Subject: [RBW] Re: Saluki. I think they came with diff badges.

[RBW] Re: PSA... $1800 Atlantis Complete

Buy that bike, then buy this one too, for the wife (and yourself)! https://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/bik/d/tandem-kuwahara-21x20-japan/6325728736.html Ride Safely, Beaverton Bob -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

Re: [RBW] PSA... $1800 Atlantis Complete

Guy logic does not work on wives. You are just digging a bigger hole for him. Do not buy the bicycle man, it is fall and it is getting cold in the evenings. On Fri, Sep 29, 2017 at 11:59 AM, Matt Beecher wrote: > Do this and go bike-camping for a weekend. > > Matt B >

[RBW] Re: Need Advice On Lighting System

Supernova all the way, front and rear, with a SP hub and Sinewave usb adapter. I run a pass-through external charger into the Sinewave and plug my phone (or gps,

Re: [RBW] PSA... $1800 Atlantis Complete

Do this and go bike-camping for a weekend. Matt B Oswego, IL On Friday, September 29, 2017 at 10:55:19 AM UTC-5, Mark Etze wrote: > > Buy it for $1800, sell the Sam for $1500, maybe only spend a night or two > in the garage. > > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

Re: [RBW] PSA... $1800 Atlantis Complete

Buy it for $1800, sell the Sam for $1500, maybe only spend a night or two in the garage. My problem is I usually end up keeping both. At least I have a lot to look at in the garage while I'm getting ready for bed. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[RBW] Re: Helmets for fatheads

I am another for whom the XL Giro Savant (mine's the MIPS version) has worked out well--maybe the best fitting helmet I've had. Plenty of adjustability for bare head, thin cycling cap, or my thick wool Walz winter cap, plus some hair volume if I haven't been to the barber in a while (speaking

[RBW] Helmets for fatheads

http://www.nashbar.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Product_10053_10052_590200_-1___ Can't beat the price. I just got one and somehow wound up paying only $14.79 for it! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] Re: Helmets for fatheads

I am a 7 3/4 melon head. I have used Bell helmets for several years, the latest a Bell Sequence for about 5 years. They are affordable (got mine on sale for about $25 or so), not too Star Wars, and Bell has great customer service (ex: my pads worn out on my old one and Bell sent me

[RBW] Re: Helmet that doesn't stand so tall? No teetering crockery helmet?

I have a big head on a thin body. I suffer the same issue. The helmet I like is the Giro Aspect. It's spendy, but I feel handsome when I wear it. ;) Clayton B. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] Re: Helmets for fatheads

I'm 7-3/4 also, but long and skinny. Bell Sweep and Giro Savant both are "ok", not great. Everything else I've ever tried is crap. If it's long enough, it's too wide. If it's narrow enough, it's too small front to back. Shoes and helmets are two things I would never buy online because of weird

[RBW] Re: Helmet that doesn't stand so tall? No teetering crockery helmet?

I've been wearing one of these since seeing a customer with one. http://www.giro.com/us_en/products/men/helmets/urban/sutton-21.html Mine has the added feature that Giro calls MIPS. Costs an extra $20 or so: http://www.giro.com/us_en/mips/ John in Portland On Friday, September 29, 2017 at

[RBW] Re: Helmets for fatheads

Shape is also important, especially when you have a fat head. I have endured poor fitting helmets for years. I live in Florida, but have spent most of the last two years in the Seattle area for work. No luck finding one in Seattle either, so I drove down to Portland. First I went to Universal

[RBW] Re: Helmets for fatheads

Big Noggin Club member here too. I've used Giro mostly. Like the looks and it fits. Bishop, Hex & Savant. I also have a Nutcase for cold winter rides. The Berns have more venting, but no local shops carry the larger sizing, so I went w/ Nutcase. -- You received this message because you

[RBW] Best hitch rack for Jeep Wrangler

I just bought a new Jeep Wrangler and I love it. My wife has a Thule hitch rack but whether the rack is in the up or down position, the rear gate will not open with the rack on. I see there are spare tire mounted racks, but I don't think the gate should have that extra weight on it. Are there

[RBW] Helmet that doesn't stand so tall? No teetering crockery helmet?

My problem with alot of helmets is they look like they stand so tall. Makes me look like I have a stack of books on my head. Or like a stack of teetering crockery. Is there a helmet that is more low profile or lays flatter on the head? -- You received this message because you are subscribed

Re: [RBW] Helmets for fatheads

I will pay attention to this thread - 63 & 64cm works best for me too. I want something with a peak if l can. My best fit is a Giro l think...but it is in Vancouver so l cannot check now. Will start trying them on when l get back to BC early in October. EricF New Edinburgh Ont. Soon to motor

Re: [RBW] Helmets for fatheads

Nutcase makes a reasonably priced, non-swoopy helmet. I had v1 with an ironic Evel Knievel paint job. My only complaint was that it had fewer vents than a swoopy helmet and was a little hot in the summer. Great winter helmet, though. Jay -- You received this message because you are subscribed

Re: [RBW] Helmets for fatheads

I wear a 7 3/4 hat (~63 cm head size), so I feel your pain. For my "swoopy" (aka well ventilated for summer) helmet, I use a Giro Savant XL. For my non-swoopy helmet (less-ventilated, better for cold weather), I use a Bern Brentwood XXXL. I tried the XXL size and had to return it for the

Re: [RBW] Re: Need Advice On Lighting System

I have an SP hub and IQ-X light on my Sam. Couldn't be happier. On Friday, September 29, 2017 at 3:47:31 AM UTC+3, drew wrote: > > First, > I made the change to dynamo lighting a couple of years ago and it has been > a complete game changer. I think you'll love it. > I now have 2 sp hubbed