Re: [RBW] Re: I have questions

[Max S]

Hmm... 

1. Fenders – if you have enough clearance with 48s with the fenders on 
there now, no problem. If anything, 42 might increase the gap to the point 
of being less useful / aesthetically pleasing?.. Dunno. But mostly I was 
wondering which type of fenders you're using. If metal, consider that the 
front usually is best when fixed at 3 points – bottom, fork crown, and 
front/top. If you have a rack, then the front/top of the fender usually can 
be bolted to the bottom of the rack. If no rack, consider running a second 
set of fender stays over the front. 

2. Bags – fewer is better, IMO, and large panniers or a saddlebag is prob. 
easier to deal with on a trip than a bunch of smaller ones. Again, ATMO. 
Front vs. rear – per item 1 above, if using a front rack to hold the 
fender, then consider how the rack might end up down on the tire... The 
propensity to collapse downward really depends on how sturdy the struts are 
and how the struts are fixed to the fork and to the rack. Draw / daruma 
bolts are not my favorite way to secure the struts to the front rack, 
because vibrations can loosen them over time, and the draw bolt will slide 
down along the strut. One way to reduce the probability of that happening 
is to really crank on the nut of the draw bolt, so that the latter "bites" 
into the strut. Another way is to carefully pre-bend the strut just below 
the spot where the draw bolt will be tightened. The strap that Riv uses is 
a good precaution, but generally, a braised / welded strut on the front 
rack is a better configuration – e.g., Nitto M12, NF21/22, 32F, 34F, F20, 
etc. are generally better than Mark's Rack / M1, M18 
 
for 
any front load over 5 lbs. 

- Max "it's all greek innit?" in A2

On Thursday, March 21, 2024 at 7:20:52 PM UTC-4 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! 
wrote:

> Max,
>
> 1. Yes. I try to live without them. I never can.
> 2. I need a Randi Jo bag on the stem/bar. I was planning to put the front 
> rack on because I have it and because it might be useful for travel. I’ll 
> also have a rear rack that can take the Backabike Bags. This bike is kind 
> of set up for multiple things, I guess… 
>
> The bags would be sent with the support vehicles for the 2 day Chicago-New 
> Buffalo ride. I’d just have the bags on the bike until I got to the ride.
>
> Does that make sense?
>
> On Mar 21, 2024, at 4:36 PM, Max S  wrote:
>
> Leah, 
>
>
> Coupla questions back to you... 
> 1) is the travel set-up going to use fenders? 
> 2) do you need the front bag, or could you get away with just a saddlebag, 
> and/or bar bag strapped to the handlebars? 
>
> - Max "simplicate, simplicate, simplicate" in A2
> On Thursday, March 21, 2024 at 2:45:54 PM UTC-4 divis...@gmail.com wrote:
>
>> This sounds very interesting; sort of an updated version of the B Luxos 
>> U, with a higher power collection from the dynamo, brighter standard and 
>> highbeam lights (have LEDs improved that much in the last decade? I know 
>> that batteries have), and a MagSafe-type connecter for USB peripherals. The 
>> ability to run the light and charge a USB device simultaneously - that's 
>> huge.
>>
>> I trust you'll report back when you've tried one out. Being a neighbor 
>> and a gadget cheapskate, I hope I'll get the chance to see it in action 
>> before I buy a $200+ headlight. But this could address a lot of problems.
>>
>> Peter "доверяй, но проверяй" Adler
>> Berkeley, California/USA
>>
>> On Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at 8:49:13 PM UTC-7 Collin A wrote:
>>
>>> SON is supposed to be releasing a light that has a charger and has a 
>>> "high beam" function in "Spring 2024"
>>> Update: New version of the Edelux USB-FL – SON Hub Dynamos 
>>> (nabendynamo.de) 
>>> 
>>>
>>> I'll be eager to try it out when it gets released...
>>>
>>> Collin in Berkeley
>>>
>>>
>>> On Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at 6:10:14 PM UTC-7 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! 
>>> wrote:
>>>
>>> I have had some of the same questions tumbling about in my brain as I 
>>> wait for the last of the parts for my Gravel & Travel Platy. I just got 
>>> back from a warm and delightful weekend of cycling in Philadelphia. I, a 
>>> newly minted Michigander, was happy to return to the shire, and for that, I 
>>> was welcomed with Second Winter. 
>>>
>>> Michigan is over here, doing me dirty. 
>>>
>>> I’m prevailing upon you to humor me and answer my questions, because a 
>>> lot of you are having spring and flowers and sunshine, so this is the least 
>>> you could do!
>>>
>>> I got the 50 cm Platy to take on trips. Will fit in the van better, will 
>>> fit on Amtrak, be easier to shove in elevators, that sort of thing. But the 
>>> tires I have on hand are 48 mm Gravel Kings. They are almost new. I’m 
>>> considering taking a train to a ride this summer, but that means no Racing 
>>> Platypus, only the purple one can fit. Can 48 mm 

[RBW] Re: FS: Cycling Style, Road and Mountain Tires, Bars, and WomensClip-in Shoes

[Christian B-H]

Jacket, Shorts, Jones Bar Sold. Update list below feel free to make a offer!

*Photos here 
*
.

Osloh Lane *Jean* 

 *$50 includes shipping*: *34W 32L* (currently sold out), Fits slim for my 
larger than average legs ‘n glutes. Some wearing in the seat from my brooks 
C17, missing right rear button, but very functional commuter or around town 
jeans with great pockets.

*Women’s Giro Cadet Cycling Shoe 
,
 *Size 
41 White, *$140 includes shipping- *My wife used a few times after buying 
new, but we’ve had two kids in two years and interest in clipping in has 
been lost!

*Porteur Bar 22.2  
 
$35 
includes shipping*- used on an ‘90s MTB conversion that was short lived

*Specialized Roubaix Pro Tire 30mm $50 for both, includes shipping *bought 
from a friend, but didn’t fit on my current road-bike. (No roadini *yet*!).

*Soma Shikoro 42’s $100 for both 
, 
includes shipping *came stock on my Platypus and I prefer bigger tires.

*Honcho Light n Supple 2.6 

 $50 
includes shipping *– Setup tubeless briefly as a rear tire, but ended up 
running my mountain bike with a 2.6 up front and 2.4 in the rear.
*Honcho Light n Supple 2.4 

 $65 
includes shipping- *Brand new, you save taxes and shipping.


Again, *photos here 
.
 *

- Christian in Boulder, Colorado
On Thursday, March 21, 2024 at 7:31:31 AM UTC-6 Christian B-H wrote:

> Thanks, Peter! All now have access. J n G Wind Jacket sold, updated list 
> below: 
>
> *Photos here 
> *
> .
>
> Osloh Lane *Jean* 
> 
>  *$50 includes shipping*: *34W 32L* (currently sold out), Fits slim for 
> my larger than average legs ‘n glutes. Some wearing in the seat from my 
> brooks C17, missing right rear button, but very functional commuter or 
> around town jeans with great pockets.
>
> J n G Cycling Wear *Touring Shorts* 
> , Large, Black:* 
> $25 
> includes shipping*. Fit me slightly too small, but probably a true Large 
> for someone with more of a slim/straight fit.
>
> *Women’s Giro Cadet Cycling Shoe 
> ,
>  *Size 
> 41 White, *$140 includes shipping- *My wife used a few times after buying 
> new, but we’ve had two kids in two years and interest in clipping in has 
> been lost!
>
> *Jones H-Bar 2.5 Rise 
> * *$70 includes 
> shipping*
>
> *Porteur Bar 22.2  
>  
> $35 
> includes shipping*- used on an ‘90s MTB conversion that was short lived
>
> *Specialized Roubaix Pro Tire 30mm $50 for both, includes shipping *bought 
> from a friend, but didn’t fit on my current road-bike. (No roadini *yet*
> !).
>
> *Soma Shikoro 42’s $100 for both 
> , 
> includes shipping *came stock on my Platypus and I prefer bigger tires.
>
> *Honcho Light n Supple 2.6 
> 
>  $50 
> includes shipping *– Setup tubeless briefly as a rear tire, but ended up 
> running my mountain bike with a 2.6 up front and 2.4 in the rear.
> *Honcho Light n Supple 2.4 
> 

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2024

[Eric Marth]

That Reston Homer is nicely appointed and a good deal for someone right for 
a 47cm!

On Thursday, March 21, 2024 at 9:43:22 AM UTC-4 Bill Lindsay wrote:

> Your patience continues to earn you money.  Now the price is down to 
> $6000.  Wait until September and you'll get paid to take it.  
>
> Bill Lindsay
> El Cerrito, CA
>
> On Friday, March 15, 2024 at 8:46:10 AM UTC-7 Joe Bernard wrote:
>
>> I love a bargain 
>>
>> On Friday, March 15, 2024 at 7:40:48 AM UTC-7 Bill Lindsay wrote:
>>
>>> It's on special offer now to those of us who are watching it.  Now 
>>> avaiable for the low low price of $6250.  
>>>
>>> Bill Lindsay
>>> El Cerrito, CA
>>>
>>> On Wednesday, March 13, 2024 at 9:59:37 AM UTC-7 LBleriot wrote:
>>>
 Yikes!  I would love to add a Heron Touring to go with my Road, but 
 this Ebay listing is kind of a silly way to solicit real offers.

 On Wednesday, March 13, 2024 at 12:26:30 PM UTC-4 Patrick Moore wrote:

> Obviously the Chris King Headset Composite Index has gone through the 
> roof.
>
> On Tue, Mar 12, 2024 at 6:37 PM Josh C  wrote:
>
>> wow
>>
>> On Monday, March 11, 2024 at 3:33:10 PM UTC-4 Bill Lindsay wrote:
>>
>>> $7000  In a word, HA!  At least they are taking offers...  
>>>
>>> BL in EC
>>>
>>> On Monday, March 11, 2024 at 12:28:26 PM UTC-7 Michael Morrissey 
>>> wrote:
>>>
 Heron Touring 
 55cm
 $7000
 Walled Lake, Michigan
 Rare rare rare parts like Titanium Chris King headset, Nitto racks, 
 and full Campagnolo...

 https://www.ebay.com/itm/176156925449?itmmeta=01HRQFP37XW2ZW9W57MX91XV8H=item2903c55e09:g:1-QAAOSwlT9le1Vr=enc%3AAQAI4A7jbJYmJLb0qhGidg8sdvoie5vcUpIvYrS%2BSMvrLJLvPiSDvKpjMsaHlJTCd1soc%2BS7lyI3DhBCJIMPjYbsw%2Bz2jx3FF1A8HaYOsrSGCGDojnJMNqrJC9m0GJvRkaVV7ejS4wIjNmkGPkl5PLpOEQlbXY8ub8%2FhPJelndP333HN%2B5YXfIBsGZBcK%2BedK1MLmQWY7kHqX4c4AzxDVzG%2B1rJVrllsTotNUBw2pKEhm%2BQDzzEV4sTfCquOQ0jScQhSElZQaXk3KjAGccNhRMGhT54kCgPjyFiebEPpJtvqbTfN%7Ctkp%3ABk9SR4C02O_FYw

 On Sunday, March 3, 2024 at 5:36:38 PM UTC-5 Matthew Williams wrote:

> Roadini
> 57cm
> 2000
> Emeryville, CA
>
>
> https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/bik/d/emeryville-rivendell-leo-roadini/7720529232.html
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Re: [RBW] Re: Rapid rise derailleur suggestion

[Eric Marth]

Just wanted to stop by and say thanks to JJ for the general rapid rise 
write-up. I've already tested and made up my mind for myself but I think 
his post from Mar 20, 2024, 1:14:26 PM really does a nice job of breaking 
things down related to how these mechs work, how they might work for you, 
as well as some of the reasons we see such big differences in costs on the 
used market.

JJ knows! He's certainly owned and sold more RR derailers than any other 
forum member (that I'm aware of). 

On Thursday, March 21, 2024 at 2:04:59 PM UTC-4 chintan...@gmail.com wrote:

> Thanks all for your clarifications! Agree with the comments regarding the 
> reliability of shimano components - I've usually had little reason to move 
> on from my Altus/Acera RD except durability of the pulleys on the Acera 
> perhaps. Shifted very well every time.
>
> I have received a nice RD from a rbw member - thank you :)
> chintan
>
> On Wed, 20 Mar 2024 at 23:04, Richard Rose  wrote:
>
>> My only rapid rise - a beautiful Nexave courtesy of JJ - has made me a 
>> big fan. In particular, I am quite happy with my non rapid rise Deore unit 
>> on my Clem which gets lots of flatlander miles. But my Gus gets the 
>> singletrack hills. This is where the Nexave has one huge benefit. It takes 
>> zero effort to shift to an easier gear when I need it most. 
>> Sent from my iPhone
>>
>> On Mar 20, 2024, at 1:14 PM, J J  wrote:
>>
>> I'm 100 percent with Jock on this issue. It's hard to take the Disraeli 
>> Gears comments about the XT RD-M760 seriously, dripping as they are with 
>> dismissiveness. We've had long threads on this forum about low normal 
>> derailleurs before, and I still find the myths that circulate about Rapid 
>> Rise perplexing. For example, the myths that Rapid Rise performs "worse" 
>> than high normal, or it's harder to set up or index, or that (per the 
>> Disraeli Gears comments) it's somehow more prone to rust than other 
>> derailleurs in the same general series, like the XT M750,  built with the 
>> same material.
>>
>> The reason I favor RR comes down to a shifting logic that works better 
>> for my brain and motor coordination than high normal. I shift in friction 
>> mode on all my bikes, which all have low normal rear ders. I like that I 
>> can move both levers in the same direction to get to higher/harder or 
>> lower/easier gears instead of moving oppositely. That's about it. I do 
>> think there are a few other benefits of RR: if my shift cable broke, the RR 
>> spring will push the derailleur to the easiest gear instead of the hardest, 
>> thus avoiding a potential high-gear slog home. But how often do cables 
>> break? RR also seems to shift more easily to lower/easier gears under load. 
>> But maybe this is a misattribution. Maybe I've simply gotten better about 
>> timing my shifts and floating the pedals. 
>>
>> It does not mean that I have *trouble* with high normal shifting! To the 
>> contrary, high normal is just fine. Low normal is just a preference. What 
>> works great for Rapid Rise adherents won't necessarily work great for 
>> anyone else. Once you try RR, the possible outcomes will be that you like 
>> it, you hate it, or that you're more or less neutral about it. (You will 
>> also realize that one way or another, it is not earth shattering or life 
>> changing, nor will it make you a more skilled and faster rider). 
>>
>> Any shifts I have missed or bungled are totally attributable to user 
>> error, to my timing or judgement, and not anything inherent to a high 
>> normal vs. low normal modality.
>>
>> Finally, all Rapid Rise rear ders I have tried, from the humble end to 
>> the fancy XTRs, work beautifully. The differences between them are 
>> refinement level, materials, weight, looks, aesthetics, and so on, just 
>> like every other Shimano product categories that are stratified by price 
>> point.
>>
>> On Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at 10:38:41 PM UTC-4 John Dewey wrote:
>>
>>> @ http://disraeligears.co.uk/…well I suppose if you pedal around in a 
>>> saltwater bath, like some of those unfortunate souls…that might happen. 
>>>
>>> For those us who ride under sunny skies now and again—and take care of 
>>> stuff properly—I can tell you that after years and years of working those 
>>> mechs, never a mixed-up shift that wasn’t my doing and not even a 
>>> microscopic spot of corrosion to be found anywhere. 
>>>
>>> Total hooey I say. And I’ve got the goods to prove it 浪
>>>
>>> Jock
>>>
>>>
>>> On Tue, Mar 19, 2024 at 7:15 PM Chintan Jadwani  
>>> wrote:
>>>
 Another question - from a couple of reviews here people seem 
 indifference of the performance between low vs high normal. But online 
 elsewhwre, there seems to be strong dislike for low normal - why is that? 

 For example - disraeligears.co.uk writes for the xt m760

 "The Shimano Deore XT (M760) is my absolutely least favourite Deore XT 
 variant. It has cheap (rust prone) detailing, unnecessary 

Re: [RBW] Re: I have questions

[Leah Peterson]

Max,1. Yes. I try to live without them. I never can.2. I need a Randi Jo bag on the stem/bar. I was planning to put the front rack on because I have it and because it might be useful for travel. I’ll also have a rear rack that can take the Backabike Bags. This bike is kind of set up for multiple things, I guess… The bags would be sent with the support vehicles for the 2 day Chicago-New Buffalo ride. I’d just have the bags on the bike until I got to the ride.Does that make sense?On Mar 21, 2024, at 4:36 PM, Max S  wrote:Leah, Coupla questions back to you... 1) is the travel set-up going to use fenders? 2) do you need the front bag, or could you get away with just a saddlebag, and/or bar bag strapped to the handlebars? - Max "simplicate, simplicate, simplicate" in A2On Thursday, March 21, 2024 at 2:45:54 PM UTC-4 divis...@gmail.com wrote:This sounds very interesting; sort of an updated version of the B Luxos U, with a higher power collection from the dynamo, brighter standard and highbeam lights (have LEDs improved that much in the last decade? I know that batteries have), and a MagSafe-type connecter for USB peripherals. The ability to run the light and charge a USB device simultaneously - that's huge.I trust you'll report back when you've tried one out. Being a neighbor and a gadget cheapskate, I hope I'll get the chance to see it in action before I buy a $200+ headlight. But this could address a lot of problems.Peter "доверяй, но проверяй" AdlerBerkeley, California/USAOn Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at 8:49:13 PM UTC-7 Collin A wrote:SON is supposed to be releasing a light that has a charger and has a "high beam" function in "Spring 2024"Update: New version of the Edelux USB-FL – SON Hub Dynamos (nabendynamo.de)I'll be eager to try it out when it gets released...Collin in BerkeleyOn Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at 6:10:14 PM UTC-7 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote:I have had some of the same questions tumbling about in my brain as I wait for the last of the parts for my Gravel & Travel Platy. I just got back from a warm and delightful weekend of cycling in Philadelphia. I, a newly minted Michigander, was happy to return to the shire, and for that, I was welcomed with Second Winter. Michigan is over here, doing me dirty. I’m prevailing upon you to humor me and answer my questions, because a lot of you are having spring and flowers and sunshine, so this is the least you could do!I got the 50 cm Platy to take on trips. Will fit in the van better, will fit on Amtrak, be easier to shove in elevators, that sort of thing. But the tires I have on hand are 48 mm Gravel Kings. They are almost new. I’m considering taking a train to a ride this summer, but that means no Racing Platypus, only the purple one can fit. Can 48 mm tires do a 15-17 mph road ride pace? I have 42 on all my other bikes. Would 48s be slow? The ride is a 2 day event, 100 miles total. I’d like to keep the tires if I could, because they’re new and they are fat enough to also double as gravel tires, should I decide to do a gravel ride again. But I do more road rides than anything else, and if those 48s will cripple me, I’ll go back to 42s. What’s the consensus?Basket straps. I have the Nitto Basket Rack and even though I’ve disliked it in the past, I figure it’s pretty and I already own it and I might need a front rack for travel. But do I really have to put the ugly strap from bar to basket? Is the Nitto Basket Rack safer than the Mark’s Rack? I know Sergio was thrown when his Mark’s Rack loosened and hit the front tire and he’s missing significant chunks of front teeth! What is everyone doing about their front racks?Lights. I have an Edelux light. It’s not the right color for this build, but it’s perfectly good. But sometimes I think, “wouldn’t it be nice to have a light that would charge your phone?” The Sinewave Beacon 2 will do just that, but it sounds like it’s not a great road light. What are people using to charge phones on long rides away from home?I ordered my wheels today. This, because J at the Velocity booth in Philly talked me into them when he heard about the theme of my build. Here’s a sneak peek.And thanks for helping me out here! It’s good to hear people’s experiences and points of view!Leah



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[RBW] ISO/WTB/WTT: Tange (or other) good quality 127 mm square taper bb with ~2 mm right offset.

[Patrick Moore]

The headline says it: does anyone have anything like this, Tange or
otherwise?

This sort of bb is the most efficient for my Matthews Road Bike For Dirt,
giving good chainline with no excess crankarm clearance.

I have a 130 mm Phil with ~200 mile bearings and a NIP 125 mm Suntour
Greaseguard bb to negotiate with in trade.

Thanks, Patrick

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[RBW] Re: Abomination? Riv Road "upgrades"

[Max S]

Sometimes it's nice to fuss, and sometimes it feels good to just dirt-bag 
it! For full effect, you should do mismatched bar tape and water bottles! 

- Max "occasional dirtbag" in A2

On Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at 2:08:52 PM UTC-4 Ted Durant wrote:

> On Monday, March 18, 2024 at 9:57:32 AM UTC-5 EGNolan wrote:
>
>  Pairing the wheels with some on-sale Vittoria Corsa G2.0 in 32 width made 
> the bike smoother than with 650b x 42 GravelKings and loads faster. Is it 
> an abomination? Heresy? 
>
>
> Well, my only personal feeling about Eric's bike is that the graphics on 
> the rims are kinda loud. Love the Ritchey cranks, though!
>
> I sold my Heron Touring bike to a friend, for whom it was a perfect fit. 
> His brother-in-law, a hard-core road bike kinda guy, had a snazzy pair of 
> "last year's" carbon fiber wheels that he gave to my friend for cheap. I 
> was initially horrified by it and the cork pads he'd manage to find for the 
> cantilever brakes, but he was happy and rode it a LOT, so that made me 
> happy.
>
> I have a lovely Campagnolo Daytona group on my Rivendell Road, with wheels 
> built by Joe Young using shiny, light, skinny FIR rims. I just discovered 
> that Rene Herse 32mm tires fit with room to spare, measuring 29mm on those 
> skinny rims. I also found a NOS 13-26 cassette to replace the 12-23 that I 
> had on there. Talk about an upgrade!  All of a sudden I like this bike a 
> lot more.
>
> Ted Durant
> Milwaukee, WI USA 
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[RBW] Re: I have questions

[Max S]

Leah, 

Coupla questions back to you... 
1) is the travel set-up going to use fenders? 
2) do you need the front bag, or could you get away with just a saddlebag, 
and/or bar bag strapped to the handlebars? 

- Max "simplicate, simplicate, simplicate" in A2
On Thursday, March 21, 2024 at 2:45:54 PM UTC-4 divis...@gmail.com wrote:

> This sounds very interesting; sort of an updated version of the B Luxos 
> U, with a higher power collection from the dynamo, brighter standard and 
> highbeam lights (have LEDs improved that much in the last decade? I know 
> that batteries have), and a MagSafe-type connecter for USB peripherals. The 
> ability to run the light and charge a USB device simultaneously - that's 
> huge.
>
> I trust you'll report back when you've tried one out. Being a neighbor and 
> a gadget cheapskate, I hope I'll get the chance to see it in action before 
> I buy a $200+ headlight. But this could address a lot of problems.
>
> Peter "доверяй, но проверяй" Adler
> Berkeley, California/USA
>
> On Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at 8:49:13 PM UTC-7 Collin A wrote:
>
>> SON is supposed to be releasing a light that has a charger and has a 
>> "high beam" function in "Spring 2024"
>> Update: New version of the Edelux USB-FL – SON Hub Dynamos 
>> (nabendynamo.de) 
>> 
>>
>> I'll be eager to try it out when it gets released...
>>
>> Collin in Berkeley
>>
>>
>> On Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at 6:10:14 PM UTC-7 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! 
>> wrote:
>>
>> I have had some of the same questions tumbling about in my brain as I 
>> wait for the last of the parts for my Gravel & Travel Platy. I just got 
>> back from a warm and delightful weekend of cycling in Philadelphia. I, a 
>> newly minted Michigander, was happy to return to the shire, and for that, I 
>> was welcomed with Second Winter. 
>>
>> Michigan is over here, doing me dirty. 
>>
>> I’m prevailing upon you to humor me and answer my questions, because a 
>> lot of you are having spring and flowers and sunshine, so this is the least 
>> you could do!
>>
>> I got the 50 cm Platy to take on trips. Will fit in the van better, will 
>> fit on Amtrak, be easier to shove in elevators, that sort of thing. But the 
>> tires I have on hand are 48 mm Gravel Kings. They are almost new. I’m 
>> considering taking a train to a ride this summer, but that means no Racing 
>> Platypus, only the purple one can fit. Can 48 mm tires do a 15-17 mph road 
>> ride pace? I have 42 on all my other bikes. Would 48s be slow? The ride is 
>> a 2 day event, 100 miles total. I’d like to keep the tires if I could, 
>> because they’re new and they are fat enough to also double as gravel tires, 
>> should I decide to do a gravel ride again. But I do more road rides than 
>> anything else, and if those 48s will cripple me, I’ll go back to 42s. 
>> What’s the consensus?
>>
>> Basket straps. I have the Nitto Basket Rack and even though I’ve disliked 
>> it in the past, I figure it’s pretty and I already own it and I might need 
>> a front rack for travel. But do I really have to put the ugly strap from 
>> bar to basket? Is the Nitto Basket Rack safer than the Mark’s Rack? I know 
>> Sergio was thrown when his Mark’s Rack loosened and hit the front tire and 
>> he’s missing significant chunks of front teeth! What is everyone doing 
>> about their front racks?
>>
>> Lights. I have an Edelux light. It’s not the right color for this build, 
>> but it’s perfectly good. But sometimes I think, “wouldn’t it be nice to 
>> have a light that would charge your phone?” The Sinewave Beacon 2 will do 
>> just that, but it sounds like it’s not a great road light. What are people 
>> using to charge phones on long rides away from home?
>>
>> I ordered my wheels today. This, because J at the Velocity booth in 
>> Philly talked me into them when he heard about the theme of my build. 
>> Here’s a sneak peek.
>>
>> And thanks for helping me out here! It’s good to hear people’s 
>> experiences and points of view!
>> Leah
>>
>>
>>

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[RBW] Re: I have questions

[Peter Adler]

This sounds very interesting; sort of an updated version of the B Luxos 
U, with a higher power collection from the dynamo, brighter standard and 
highbeam lights (have LEDs improved that much in the last decade? I know 
that batteries have), and a MagSafe-type connecter for USB peripherals. The 
ability to run the light and charge a USB device simultaneously - that's 
huge.

I trust you'll report back when you've tried one out. Being a neighbor and 
a gadget cheapskate, I hope I'll get the chance to see it in action before 
I buy a $200+ headlight. But this could address a lot of problems.

Peter "доверяй, но проверяй" Adler
Berkeley, California/USA

On Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at 8:49:13 PM UTC-7 Collin A wrote:

> SON is supposed to be releasing a light that has a charger and has a "high 
> beam" function in "Spring 2024"
> Update: New version of the Edelux USB-FL – SON Hub Dynamos (nabendynamo.de) 
> 
>
> I'll be eager to try it out when it gets released...
>
> Collin in Berkeley
>
>
> On Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at 6:10:14 PM UTC-7 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! 
> wrote:
>
> I have had some of the same questions tumbling about in my brain as I wait 
> for the last of the parts for my Gravel & Travel Platy. I just got back 
> from a warm and delightful weekend of cycling in Philadelphia. I, a newly 
> minted Michigander, was happy to return to the shire, and for that, I was 
> welcomed with Second Winter. 
>
> Michigan is over here, doing me dirty. 
>
> I’m prevailing upon you to humor me and answer my questions, because a lot 
> of you are having spring and flowers and sunshine, so this is the least you 
> could do!
>
> I got the 50 cm Platy to take on trips. Will fit in the van better, will 
> fit on Amtrak, be easier to shove in elevators, that sort of thing. But the 
> tires I have on hand are 48 mm Gravel Kings. They are almost new. I’m 
> considering taking a train to a ride this summer, but that means no Racing 
> Platypus, only the purple one can fit. Can 48 mm tires do a 15-17 mph road 
> ride pace? I have 42 on all my other bikes. Would 48s be slow? The ride is 
> a 2 day event, 100 miles total. I’d like to keep the tires if I could, 
> because they’re new and they are fat enough to also double as gravel tires, 
> should I decide to do a gravel ride again. But I do more road rides than 
> anything else, and if those 48s will cripple me, I’ll go back to 42s. 
> What’s the consensus?
>
> Basket straps. I have the Nitto Basket Rack and even though I’ve disliked 
> it in the past, I figure it’s pretty and I already own it and I might need 
> a front rack for travel. But do I really have to put the ugly strap from 
> bar to basket? Is the Nitto Basket Rack safer than the Mark’s Rack? I know 
> Sergio was thrown when his Mark’s Rack loosened and hit the front tire and 
> he’s missing significant chunks of front teeth! What is everyone doing 
> about their front racks?
>
> Lights. I have an Edelux light. It’s not the right color for this build, 
> but it’s perfectly good. But sometimes I think, “wouldn’t it be nice to 
> have a light that would charge your phone?” The Sinewave Beacon 2 will do 
> just that, but it sounds like it’s not a great road light. What are people 
> using to charge phones on long rides away from home?
>
> I ordered my wheels today. This, because J at the Velocity booth in Philly 
> talked me into them when he heard about the theme of my build. Here’s a 
> sneak peek.
>
> And thanks for helping me out here! It’s good to hear people’s experiences 
> and points of view!
> Leah
>
>
>

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Re: [RBW] Re: Rapid rise derailleur suggestion

[Chintan Jadwani]

Thanks all for your clarifications! Agree with the comments regarding the
reliability of shimano components - I've usually had little reason to move
on from my Altus/Acera RD except durability of the pulleys on the Acera
perhaps. Shifted very well every time.

I have received a nice RD from a rbw member - thank you :)
chintan

On Wed, 20 Mar 2024 at 23:04, Richard Rose  wrote:

> My only rapid rise - a beautiful Nexave courtesy of JJ - has made me a big
> fan. In particular, I am quite happy with my non rapid rise Deore unit on
> my Clem which gets lots of flatlander miles. But my Gus gets the
> singletrack hills. This is where the Nexave has one huge benefit. It takes
> zero effort to shift to an easier gear when I need it most.
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> On Mar 20, 2024, at 1:14 PM, J J  wrote:
>
> I'm 100 percent with Jock on this issue. It's hard to take the Disraeli
> Gears comments about the XT RD-M760 seriously, dripping as they are with
> dismissiveness. We've had long threads on this forum about low normal
> derailleurs before, and I still find the myths that circulate about Rapid
> Rise perplexing. For example, the myths that Rapid Rise performs "worse"
> than high normal, or it's harder to set up or index, or that (per the
> Disraeli Gears comments) it's somehow more prone to rust than other
> derailleurs in the same general series, like the XT M750,  built with the
> same material.
>
> The reason I favor RR comes down to a shifting logic that works better for
> my brain and motor coordination than high normal. I shift in friction mode
> on all my bikes, which all have low normal rear ders. I like that I can
> move both levers in the same direction to get to higher/harder or
> lower/easier gears instead of moving oppositely. That's about it. I do
> think there are a few other benefits of RR: if my shift cable broke, the RR
> spring will push the derailleur to the easiest gear instead of the hardest,
> thus avoiding a potential high-gear slog home. But how often do cables
> break? RR also seems to shift more easily to lower/easier gears under load.
> But maybe this is a misattribution. Maybe I've simply gotten better about
> timing my shifts and floating the pedals.
>
> It does not mean that I have *trouble* with high normal shifting! To the
> contrary, high normal is just fine. Low normal is just a preference. What
> works great for Rapid Rise adherents won't necessarily work great for
> anyone else. Once you try RR, the possible outcomes will be that you like
> it, you hate it, or that you're more or less neutral about it. (You will
> also realize that one way or another, it is not earth shattering or life
> changing, nor will it make you a more skilled and faster rider).
>
> Any shifts I have missed or bungled are totally attributable to user
> error, to my timing or judgement, and not anything inherent to a high
> normal vs. low normal modality.
>
> Finally, all Rapid Rise rear ders I have tried, from the humble end to the
> fancy XTRs, work beautifully. The differences between them are refinement
> level, materials, weight, looks, aesthetics, and so on, just like every
> other Shimano product categories that are stratified by price point.
>
> On Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at 10:38:41 PM UTC-4 John Dewey wrote:
>
>> @ http://disraeligears.co.uk/…well I suppose if you pedal around in a
>> saltwater bath, like some of those unfortunate souls…that might happen.
>>
>> For those us who ride under sunny skies now and again—and take care of
>> stuff properly—I can tell you that after years and years of working those
>> mechs, never a mixed-up shift that wasn’t my doing and not even a
>> microscopic spot of corrosion to be found anywhere.
>>
>> Total hooey I say. And I’ve got the goods to prove it 浪
>>
>> Jock
>>
>>
>> On Tue, Mar 19, 2024 at 7:15 PM Chintan Jadwani 
>> wrote:
>>
>>> Another question - from a couple of reviews here people seem
>>> indifference of the performance between low vs high normal. But online
>>> elsewhwre, there seems to be strong dislike for low normal - why is that?
>>>
>>> For example - disraeligears.co.uk writes for the xt m760
>>>
>>> "The Shimano Deore XT (M760) is my absolutely least favourite Deore XT
>>> variant. It has cheap (rust prone) detailing, unnecessary styling and,
>>> worst of all, it’s low normal. not your obvious choice for slogging your
>>> way through the mud and grime of a British winter. Bring back stainless
>>> steel small parts, polished finishes and top normal operating logic."
>>>
>>> On Wed, 20 Mar, 2024, 5:07 am John Dewey,  wrote:
>>>
 And the Rivendell ‘fan base’ is a subset of another and another so as
 to be mostly inconsequential. We do count, however and a few brave souls do
 sort-of OK serving us.

 Nevertheless, most of us (even here in RBW’s backyard) seldom cross
 paths with cyclists with whom we have anything in common other than two
 wheels. We’re already a bit abnormal and ‘low-normal’ makes us even more

Re: [RBW] How do I know when a saddle fits?

[Bill Lindsay]

I will second Patrick Moore's recommendation to consult with a fitter. 
 Dozens of saddles over 15 years and never being able to do a 20-mile ride 
pain-free?  That's indicative of something else going on, IMO.  

Bill Lindsay
El Cerrito, CA

On Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at 4:18:09 PM UTC-7 Patrick Moore wrote:

> I'm sorry to hear that, but I am confident that you can find a solution. 
> IME, saddle comfort depends as much on saddle setup -- height, setback, 
> tilt -- and on body position when your ride -- thus bar shape and position 
> -- as it does on saddle shape.
>
> My own test is, "did I think about the saddle during my ride?" If I don't 
> think about it on a ride of typical length, then I judge the saddle a 
> success. Of course, what "disappears" for 20 or 30 miles may come back with 
> a vengeance after 50 or 100 miles, so one has to take into account all of 
> one's riding.
>
> Perhaps you might consider getting a professional bike fit? Really, if I 
> were in your situation, I'd consider this money well spent.
>
> Good luck, and let us know what happens.
>
> Patrick "Original Flites and only original Flites" Moore
>
> On Wed, Mar 20, 2024 at 2:00 PM Emily Guise  wrote:
>
>> Hello folks, I come to the group with a dilemma. I've never had a saddle 
>> that I could ride for longer than 20 miles comfortably. I've always ended 
>> up with sore sit bones, numb soft tissue, or both. This has really limited 
>> my ability to go on longer trips and after my five day ride on the C 
>> canal trail last Sept, it was more apparent than ever I need to find a 
>> saddle that won't hurt. 
>>
>> I've tried dozens of saddles over the last 15 years- leather, plastic, 
>> cutouts, no cutouts, wide, medium, softer, harder, you name it. :( Most of 
>> the saddles that have stayed on my bikes for longer than a month have a 
>> central cut out, are on the wider side, and plastic. They're good for 
>> around town, but that's it. I've never had my sit bones measured. 
>>
>> It occurred to me recently that because I've never had a truly 
>> comfortable long-distance saddle, I have no idea how one feels. So I 
>> figured I'd ask the group. How did The One saddle feel for you? Did it 
>> "disappear"? Was it love at first sit? Did it need to be adjusted a lot 
>> before finding the ideal position? Is there a certain amount of miles you 
>> ride before it becomes uncomfortable? 
>>
>> I'd love to hear the group's collective wisdom so I know what to look for 
>> in the next saddle I try out. Thanks! 
>>
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Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2024

[Bill Lindsay]

Your patience continues to earn you money.  Now the price is down to $6000. 
 Wait until September and you'll get paid to take it.  

Bill Lindsay
El Cerrito, CA

On Friday, March 15, 2024 at 8:46:10 AM UTC-7 Joe Bernard wrote:

> I love a bargain 
>
> On Friday, March 15, 2024 at 7:40:48 AM UTC-7 Bill Lindsay wrote:
>
>> It's on special offer now to those of us who are watching it.  Now 
>> avaiable for the low low price of $6250.  
>>
>> Bill Lindsay
>> El Cerrito, CA
>>
>> On Wednesday, March 13, 2024 at 9:59:37 AM UTC-7 LBleriot wrote:
>>
>>> Yikes!  I would love to add a Heron Touring to go with my Road, but this 
>>> Ebay listing is kind of a silly way to solicit real offers.
>>>
>>> On Wednesday, March 13, 2024 at 12:26:30 PM UTC-4 Patrick Moore wrote:
>>>
 Obviously the Chris King Headset Composite Index has gone through the 
 roof.

 On Tue, Mar 12, 2024 at 6:37 PM Josh C  wrote:

> wow
>
> On Monday, March 11, 2024 at 3:33:10 PM UTC-4 Bill Lindsay wrote:
>
>> $7000  In a word, HA!  At least they are taking offers...  
>>
>> BL in EC
>>
>> On Monday, March 11, 2024 at 12:28:26 PM UTC-7 Michael Morrissey 
>> wrote:
>>
>>> Heron Touring 
>>> 55cm
>>> $7000
>>> Walled Lake, Michigan
>>> Rare rare rare parts like Titanium Chris King headset, Nitto racks, 
>>> and full Campagnolo...
>>>
>>> https://www.ebay.com/itm/176156925449?itmmeta=01HRQFP37XW2ZW9W57MX91XV8H=item2903c55e09:g:1-QAAOSwlT9le1Vr=enc%3AAQAI4A7jbJYmJLb0qhGidg8sdvoie5vcUpIvYrS%2BSMvrLJLvPiSDvKpjMsaHlJTCd1soc%2BS7lyI3DhBCJIMPjYbsw%2Bz2jx3FF1A8HaYOsrSGCGDojnJMNqrJC9m0GJvRkaVV7ejS4wIjNmkGPkl5PLpOEQlbXY8ub8%2FhPJelndP333HN%2B5YXfIBsGZBcK%2BedK1MLmQWY7kHqX4c4AzxDVzG%2B1rJVrllsTotNUBw2pKEhm%2BQDzzEV4sTfCquOQ0jScQhSElZQaXk3KjAGccNhRMGhT54kCgPjyFiebEPpJtvqbTfN%7Ctkp%3ABk9SR4C02O_FYw
>>>
>>> On Sunday, March 3, 2024 at 5:36:38 PM UTC-5 Matthew Williams wrote:
>>>
 Roadini
 57cm
 2000
 Emeryville, CA


 https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/bik/d/emeryville-rivendell-leo-roadini/7720529232.html

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[RBW] Re: FS: Cycling Style, Road and Mountain Tires, Bars, and WomensClip-in Shoes

[Christian B-H]

Thanks, Peter! All now have access. J n G Wind Jacket sold, updated list 
below: 

*Photos here 
*
.

Osloh Lane *Jean* 

 *$50 includes shipping*: *34W 32L* (currently sold out), Fits slim for my 
larger than average legs ‘n glutes. Some wearing in the seat from my brooks 
C17, missing right rear button, but very functional commuter or around town 
jeans with great pockets.

J n G Cycling Wear *Touring Shorts* 
, Large, Black:* $25 
includes shipping*. Fit me slightly too small, but probably a true Large 
for someone with more of a slim/straight fit.

*Women’s Giro Cadet Cycling Shoe 
,
 *Size 
41 White, *$140 includes shipping- *My wife used a few times after buying 
new, but we’ve had two kids in two years and interest in clipping in has 
been lost!

*Jones H-Bar 2.5 Rise 
* *$70 includes 
shipping*

*Porteur Bar 22.2  
 
$35 
includes shipping*- used on an ‘90s MTB conversion that was short lived

*Specialized Roubaix Pro Tire 30mm $50 for both, includes shipping *bought 
from a friend, but didn’t fit on my current road-bike. (No roadini *yet*!).

*Soma Shikoro 42’s $100 for both 
, 
includes shipping *came stock on my Platypus and I prefer bigger tires.

*Honcho Light n Supple 2.6 

 $50 
includes shipping *– Setup tubeless briefly as a rear tire, but ended up 
running my mountain bike with a 2.6 up front and 2.4 in the rear.
*Honcho Light n Supple 2.4 

 $65 
includes shipping- *Brand new, you save taxes and shipping.

Again, *photos here 
.
 *

- Christian in Boulder, Colorado

On Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at 11:03:05 PM UTC-6 divis...@gmail.com wrote:

I PMed you, but the photos are locked behind Google Photos' "ask for 
individual access" door. If you don't want to give 50-100 potential 
purchasers permission to see them one at a time, you might want to unlock 
the door for everybody.

Peter Adler
Berkeley, California

On Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at 8:52:22 PM UTC-7 bei...@gmail.com wrote:

Shipping from Colorado to Continental US are some riding clothes, various 
tires, bars and barely used womens Giro cycling shoes. All prices include 
shipping. Payment by venmo, zelle, or last option paypal friends and 
family. Thanks!

*Photos here 
*
.

Osloh Lane *Jean* 

 *$50 
includes shipping*: *34W 32L* (currently sold out), Fits slim for my larger 
than average legs ‘n glutes. Some wearing in the seat from my brooks C17, 
missing right rear button, but very functional commuter or around town 
jeans with great pockets.

J n G Cycling Wear *Touring Shorts* 
, Large, Black:* 
$25 includes shipping*. Fit me slightly too small, but probably a true 
Large for someone with more of a slim/straight fit. 

J n G Cyclingwear *Wind Jacket* 
, Large, black: *$30 
includes shipping.* I’m usually a true large, but this fits like an XL.  

*Women’s Giro Cadet Cycling Shoe 
,
 
*Size 41 White, *$140 includes shipping- *My wife used a few times after 
buying new, but we’ve had two kids in two years and interest in clipping in 
has been lost!

*Jones H-Bar 2.5 Rise 
* *$70 includes 
shipping*

*Porteur Bar 22.2 
 
$35 
includes shipping*- used on an ‘90s MTB conversion that was short lived

*Specialized Roubaix Pro Tire 30mm $50 for both, includes 

Re: [RBW] How do I know when a saddle fits?

[Will Boericke]

This is a tough one.  My personal experience has been that I can get along 
with almost any saddle.  There are shapes that I like better for longer 
efforts (I like flat and narrow, so Fizik for plastic or Brooks Pro for 
leather, Ergons on my mtb), but most saddles are tolerable.  I think we all 
know the foundational secret to saddle comfort is some base level of hours 
in the saddle, but I imagine that is not your issue.

Which leads me to believe that there's something else at play here - a fit 
issue.  I wonder if getting a bike fit might steer you in some clearer 
direction than what we can offer here.

Will

On Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at 8:56:24 PM UTC-4 Robert Tilley wrote:

> I also feel that if I did not think about my saddle or anything that 
> touches it during a ride then I have a successful saddle fit. I ride with 
> no padded shorts so I can tell when a saddle doesn’t feel right.
>
> On my saddles that fit best I can feel pressure on my sit bones but 
> nowhere else. My understanding is that saddles with more cushion are 
> actually worse for comfort since you sink into them and that crushes parts 
> that should not be crushed.  
>
> When you find a saddle that works be sure to buy a supply of them because 
> manufacturers tend to keep changing things and what works for you may be 
> gone when you need a replacement.
>
> Robert Tilley
> San Diego, CA
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> On Mar 20, 2024, at 4:18 PM, Patrick Moore  wrote:
>
> 
>
> I'm sorry to hear that, but I am confident that you can find a solution. 
> IME, saddle comfort depends as much on saddle setup -- height, setback, 
> tilt -- and on body position when your ride -- thus bar shape and position 
> -- as it does on saddle shape.
>
> My own test is, "did I think about the saddle during my ride?" If I don't 
> think about it on a ride of typical length, then I judge the saddle a 
> success. Of course, what "disappears" for 20 or 30 miles may come back with 
> a vengeance after 50 or 100 miles, so one has to take into account all of 
> one's riding.
>
> Perhaps you might consider getting a professional bike fit? Really, if I 
> were in your situation, I'd consider this money well spent.
>
> Good luck, and let us know what happens.
>
> Patrick "Original Flites and only original Flites" Moore
>
> On Wed, Mar 20, 2024 at 2:00 PM Emily Guise  wrote:
>
>> Hello folks, I come to the group with a dilemma. I've never had a saddle 
>> that I could ride for longer than 20 miles comfortably. I've always ended 
>> up with sore sit bones, numb soft tissue, or both. This has really limited 
>> my ability to go on longer trips and after my five day ride on the C 
>> canal trail last Sept, it was more apparent than ever I need to find a 
>> saddle that won't hurt. 
>>
>> I've tried dozens of saddles over the last 15 years- leather, plastic, 
>> cutouts, no cutouts, wide, medium, softer, harder, you name it. :( Most of 
>> the saddles that have stayed on my bikes for longer than a month have a 
>> central cut out, are on the wider side, and plastic. They're good for 
>> around town, but that's it. I've never had my sit bones measured. 
>>
>> It occurred to me recently that because I've never had a truly 
>> comfortable long-distance saddle, I have no idea how one feels. So I 
>> figured I'd ask the group. How did The One saddle feel for you? Did it 
>> "disappear"? Was it love at first sit? Did it need to be adjusted a lot 
>> before finding the ideal position? Is there a certain amount of miles you 
>> ride before it becomes uncomfortable? 
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>> I'd love to hear the group's collective wisdom so I know what to look for 
>> in the next saddle I try out. Thanks! 
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[RBW] Re: I have questions

[Garth]

Yes, use the 48 tires you already have. A 42 would classify as a "marginal 
gain". What's overlooked in all this talk of weights and rolling resistance 
is the aerodymanic drag from the rider. Above 10 mph aero drag increases 
*dramatically, 
*whereas the rolling resistance of a tire rises only marginally. Even the 
weight of the wheels/bike doesn't have as much effect as the aerodymics. 
Weight only starts to drag in constant accelerations or in increasing 
grades of road. Riding position alone can greatly affect aero drag, as does 
the type of clothing. Loose, floppy clothing is a huge wind catcher. A 
large basket on the front, wind catcher. Riding with lower drop bars and 
non-floppy clothing will by far have a greater benefit in terms of energy 
loss from the invisible wind-wall than even the "fastest" tire. It's not 
easy to look at this because it's not something you can just put in a 
numerical value that anyone can relate to. You can feel it riding though. 
So for those riders not familiar with genuine racing and the bikes 
involved, they're designed very purposefully to minimize the riders bodily 
air resistance, plus minimize the effort required to keep the bike going. 
You don't have to be a "racer" to enjoy this either. 

So while I'm not suggesting Leah do anything dramatic like changing to drop 
bars and such right now, I can see it happening if she finds she really 
enjoys riding such events. I get the idea of "I did it *my* way" and all 
that, just because you ride a drop bar and wear non-floppy clothing doesn't 
mean you lose any part of your identity, because *that *has nothing to do 
with what you ride or wear or do, it's not dependent on certain 
"conditions".
 It's *unconditional. **And that's that**. *

*This is the Way .. *
On Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at 11:49:13 PM UTC-4 Collin A wrote:

> SON is supposed to be releasing a light that has a charger and has a "high 
> beam" function in "Spring 2024"
> Update: New version of the Edelux USB-FL – SON Hub Dynamos (nabendynamo.de) 
> 
>
> I'll be eager to try it out when it gets released...
>
> Collin in Berkeley
>
>
> On Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at 6:10:14 PM UTC-7 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! 
> wrote:
>
> I have had some of the same questions tumbling about in my brain as I wait 
> for the last of the parts for my Gravel & Travel Platy. I just got back 
> from a warm and delightful weekend of cycling in Philadelphia. I, a newly 
> minted Michigander, was happy to return to the shire, and for that, I was 
> welcomed with Second Winter. 
>
> Michigan is over here, doing me dirty. 
>
> I’m prevailing upon you to humor me and answer my questions, because a lot 
> of you are having spring and flowers and sunshine, so this is the least you 
> could do!
>
> I got the 50 cm Platy to take on trips. Will fit in the van better, will 
> fit on Amtrak, be easier to shove in elevators, that sort of thing. But the 
> tires I have on hand are 48 mm Gravel Kings. They are almost new. I’m 
> considering taking a train to a ride this summer, but that means no Racing 
> Platypus, only the purple one can fit. Can 48 mm tires do a 15-17 mph road 
> ride pace? I have 42 on all my other bikes. Would 48s be slow? The ride is 
> a 2 day event, 100 miles total. I’d like to keep the tires if I could, 
> because they’re new and they are fat enough to also double as gravel tires, 
> should I decide to do a gravel ride again. But I do more road rides than 
> anything else, and if those 48s will cripple me, I’ll go back to 42s. 
> What’s the consensus?
>
> Basket straps. I have the Nitto Basket Rack and even though I’ve disliked 
> it in the past, I figure it’s pretty and I already own it and I might need 
> a front rack for travel. But do I really have to put the ugly strap from 
> bar to basket? Is the Nitto Basket Rack safer than the Mark’s Rack? I know 
> Sergio was thrown when his Mark’s Rack loosened and hit the front tire and 
> he’s missing significant chunks of front teeth! What is everyone doing 
> about their front racks?
>
> Lights. I have an Edelux light. It’s not the right color for this build, 
> but it’s perfectly good. But sometimes I think, “wouldn’t it be nice to 
> have a light that would charge your phone?” The Sinewave Beacon 2 will do 
> just that, but it sounds like it’s not a great road light. What are people 
> using to charge phones on long rides away from home?
>
> I ordered my wheels today. This, because J at the Velocity booth in Philly 
> talked me into them when he heard about the theme of my build. Here’s a 
> sneak peek.
>
> And thanks for helping me out here! It’s good to hear people’s experiences 
> and points of view!
> Leah
>
>
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Re: [RBW] Re: I have questions

[Leah Peterson]

COLLIN. Thank you SO much. Problem solved, and this is what I’ll get!Sent from my iPhoneOn Mar 20, 2024, at 11:49 PM, Collin A  wrote:SON is supposed to be releasing a light that has a charger and has a "high beam" function in "Spring 2024"Update: New version of the Edelux USB-FL – SON Hub Dynamos (nabendynamo.de)I'll be eager to try it out when it gets released...Collin in BerkeleyOn Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at 6:10:14 PM UTC-7 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote:I have had some of the same questions tumbling about in my brain as I wait for the last of the parts for my Gravel & Travel Platy. I just got back from a warm and delightful weekend of cycling in Philadelphia. I, a newly minted Michigander, was happy to return to the shire, and for that, I was welcomed with Second Winter. Michigan is over here, doing me dirty. I’m prevailing upon you to humor me and answer my questions, because a lot of you are having spring and flowers and sunshine, so this is the least you could do!I got the 50 cm Platy to take on trips. Will fit in the van better, will fit on Amtrak, be easier to shove in elevators, that sort of thing. But the tires I have on hand are 48 mm Gravel Kings. They are almost new. I’m considering taking a train to a ride this summer, but that means no Racing Platypus, only the purple one can fit. Can 48 mm tires do a 15-17 mph road ride pace? I have 42 on all my other bikes. Would 48s be slow? The ride is a 2 day event, 100 miles total. I’d like to keep the tires if I could, because they’re new and they are fat enough to also double as gravel tires, should I decide to do a gravel ride again. But I do more road rides than anything else, and if those 48s will cripple me, I’ll go back to 42s. What’s the consensus?Basket straps. I have the Nitto Basket Rack and even though I’ve disliked it in the past, I figure it’s pretty and I already own it and I might need a front rack for travel. But do I really have to put the ugly strap from bar to basket? Is the Nitto Basket Rack safer than the Mark’s Rack? I know Sergio was thrown when his Mark’s Rack loosened and hit the front tire and he’s missing significant chunks of front teeth! What is everyone doing about their front racks?Lights. I have an Edelux light. It’s not the right color for this build, but it’s perfectly good. But sometimes I think, “wouldn’t it be nice to have a light that would charge your phone?” The Sinewave Beacon 2 will do just that, but it sounds like it’s not a great road light. What are people using to charge phones on long rides away from home?I ordered my wheels today. This, because J at the Velocity booth in Philly talked me into them when he heard about the theme of my build. Here’s a sneak peek.And thanks for helping me out here! It’s good to hear people’s experiences and points of view!Leah



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