Re: [RBW] WTT: My B17 for your Flyer
Hi Michael, Just something to chew on for you. I made the same swap you're considering. Those springs are really stiff. If you're a lightweight, I don't think you'll notice much difference except for some squeaking and an extra pound or so of ballast. I just didn't feel like it even took the edge off for me. Mine was stolen seatpost and all, and I swapped temporarily for a plastic saddle then a B17. If you're a bigger guy, on the other hand, then go for it! Best, joe broach portland, or On Tue, Apr 9, 2013 at 9:35 PM, Michael john11.2...@gmail.com wrote: Hi everybody, I have a black B17 Standard for trade: Black, silver rivets, black rails. Bought new last fall, if I remember correctly. A few minor cosmetic marks from use. Nothing that's a big deal. I will send as many detailed pics as you like. Carefully proofhided upper and lower. Garage kept on the bike. Pretty much a saddle in its infancy. I like to ride with the handlebars high and think a sprung saddle will take the edge off the road bumps. I like the B17 shape, so I figure the Flyer will work out nicely. Not sure how this messaging from the group works so I will ask you to email me at : john11.2...@gmail.com Thanks -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Cantilver bosses on older Rivs, LongLow broken canti bolt
Andrew, If you can go without the bike a few days, I'd ask around and take the fork to a small job machine shop. It's amazing what they can make right, and it would surely beat brazing/repainting the fork. Let us know how it turns out! Best, joe broach portland, or On Sun, Apr 14, 2013 at 6:11 PM, BSWP ashtab...@gmail.com wrote: Thanks, yes that seems the case. I tried drilling through the sheared bolt, but the screw extractor then only managed to produce a bulge in the Canti boss... so sad. I slapped on a lousy $15 side pull from Hank 'n Frank, and was able to ride today, but the fork needs some attention. I guess as long as I'm having a new canti boss brazed on, I'll see if it can be the screw-in style, and get my rack mounts moved up, too, so the Nitto mini attaches to them. After the angst, it was good to ride. Tunnel/Skyline/Redwood/Pinehurst was a blast, even without strong front brakes. - Andrew, Berkeley On Sunday, April 14, 2013 1:22:38 AM UTC-7, IanA wrote: Mine is a Joe Starck build - the bosses are brazed. -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] any metal fenders that will fit 700/42c tires
Seth- Haven't used them personally, but Berthoud makes 700x60s in stainless steel (http://www.peterwhitecycles.com/fenders.asp). Note that the 700x50s I had several years ago were disappointing. The front fender wasn't any longer than Planet Bike plastics and required a huge mudflap. Best, joe broach portland, or On Mon, May 6, 2013 at 7:14 AM, Seth Vidal skvi...@gmail.com wrote: Anyone know of any metal fenders that will fit tires that size? Thanks -sv -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] New-to-me Ram - Need tires!
On Wed, May 8, 2013 at 3:51 PM, PATRICK MOORE bertin...@gmail.com wrote: Do some Rams have more clearance than others? I haven't tried fenders yet, but on my 58 there is surely a lot of gap over 35 mm tires: https://picasaweb.google.com/BERTIN753/RAMBOUILLETFINALLYBUILT040613#5863925294024508226 https://picasaweb.google.com/BERTIN753/RAMBOUILLETFINALLYBUILT040613#5863925386730853778 Patrick, There's 35, and then there's 35. Schwalbes I've owned tend to run about 10% under width. Have you measured those 'jaks? I seem to remember your 26 versions were undersized... Best, joe broach portland, or -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Interesting discussion: Riv bikes v. BQ bikes
On Thu, May 9, 2013 at 10:27 PM, Evan evanellio...@gmail.com wrote: Now that this thread has cooled off -- and also because Grant started a new follow-up post -- may I ask you-all some very basic questions about trail? You can get back issues of Bike Quarterly for a reasonable price. A good geometry primer is included in http://www.bikequarterly.com/bq102.html. Jan's Raid Pyrénéen is a great story in that issue, too. Best, joe broach portland, or -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Riding from Portland to the Coast
Franklyn, The city has some great coast route maps at http://www.portlandoregon.gov/transportation/36638 Two possibilities, depending on your idea of a day ride. I've only done Cape Lookout, and I did it over two leisurely days. That's a rando friend's blog post on Astoria. Astoria: http://escapevelocipede.blogspot.com/2006/08/81806-to-82106-north-oregon-coast-320.html Cape Lookout via Nestucca River Road: http://cyclerslife.blogspot.com/2011/08/three-friends-ramble-to-coast.html Best, joe broach portland, or On Wed, Jun 26, 2013 at 8:36 AM, franklyn sini...@msn.com wrote: Hi, Folks, I have some time off after wrapping up a big project at work. I am planning on taking Amtrak to Portland from the Bay Area. My plan is to ride to a very scenic place and camp out for a couple of days, then ride back to Portland and hang out for a couple of days. I thought about riding to the coast. Do people here have any other suggestions for places where I can reach in a day with gears, to stay for a couple of days around Portland? best, franklyn -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Pricing Advice on Romulus
Hi Kevin, As a reference point (not meant to discourage!), I couldn't get any interest in my good condition 63 canti-Rom as a bike with Phil/Schmidt wheels for $950 or as a frameset for $550. That was 4 years ago, though, and I decided to keep it rather than cut the price further. I had paid $600 for the slightly used frameset in 2005. The tall size probably gave it a smaller potential market. Best, joe broach portland, or http://cyclerslife.blogspot.com/ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Commuting home on the Saluki raises bike etiquette question!
On Wed, Mar 21, 2012 at 1:17 PM, Cyclofiend Jim cyclofi...@earthlink.net wrote: Since we can turn right on red lights (generally) here in CA, any time I'm stuck at a stop light, I'll attempt to favor the left side of the lane (assuming I'm in the rightmost lane). [...] This hasn't worked so well for me here in Portland. Either the driver is hyper-polite and won't pass me to turn right even though there's room, or else they're aggressive enough that they pull up to my right to go straight, leaving me in a lousy spot. I generally just stick to the center of the lane. I figure if I were in a car going straight they'd be just as stuck. On Wed, Mar 21, 2012 at 1:20 PM, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: Technically, isn't it flat-out illegal to occupy a dedicated right turn lane with your vehicle and then go straight? [...] Original poster didn't mention anything about a right-turn only lane. Those are pretty rare in this neck of the woods. My opinion is the motorist had no business honking and asking the cyclist to move. Maybe the cyclist could have handled it better, but he may also have had past experiences that justified his response. Best, joe broach portland, or http://cyclerslife.blogspot.com/ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Post-winter tune-up/clean-up/maintenance advice sought.
I'd add pull the stem, clean and regrease. There's no way to avoid getting water (and possibly salt) down the steerer. Best, joe broach portland, or -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: New Portland bike shop
On Sun, Mar 25, 2012 at 7:28 PM, Esteban proto...@gmail.com wrote: Actually, we have nearly triple the population of Portland, and a huge number of riders here in San Diego. Lots of commuters, but its more spread out and less cultural than in Portland or along Valencia St. in SF or certain neighborhoods in Brooklyn. We have a lower percentage of commuters, but sheer numbers would be competitive at the least. Boyer explained a bit about the impetus to move in a local interview: http://bit.ly/ze24Ol -- Velo Cult turned into a destination shop, with people from all over the world seeking it out on visits to San Diego (a very popular tourist destination). The shop had a very loyal local following as customers flocked to Boyer for his steel bikes and the gritty feel of his shop. But Boyer says San Diegans, on the whole, never really understood Velo Cult and that the city's lack of support for independent, local businesses was in sharp contrast to what he'd seen on visits to Portland. As someone who has worked as a volunteer on bike advocacy issues, Boyer was also frustrated at the lack of progress (due in large part to the dominance of the vehicular cycling philosophy in San Diego) in building a bikeway network. My employees have been waiting for me to make this move for years... We were in the wrong city, he said. --- I'm kind of surprised something like Velo Cult didn't already exist here yet. Funny that it's being imported from SoCal, but I'm not complaining! Best, joe broach portland, or http://cyclerslife.blogspot.com/ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Gearing question
Looks good to me! I tried something similar for a while with a 34/22. Front derailer setup was fiddly. There was a fine line between getting it to shift to the big ring and shifting off to the outside of the big ring. I ended up switching to manual front shifting, then removed the rear derailer to make a sweet 2x3 setup (3 usable gears). Best, joe broach portland, or -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Nitto R-14 top rack on a Roadeo: Sacrilege?
Saddlebags are pretty nice. Have you tried one? You might find--as I did with my Romulus--that the lightweight tubing is not happy with even a five pounds cantilevered off the back on a rack. If you're not dissuaded, how about the Nitto R10 that clamps to the seatpost and can bolt to the fender eyelets? http://www.benscycle.net/index.php?main_page=product_infoproducts_id=872 I agree that one always should have room for the unexpected! Best, joe broach portland, or -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Needed: Silver shifter square washer or replacement shifter
On Wed, Apr 18, 2012 at 9:47 AM, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: When you say pod, that tells me you are asking about Silver Shifters in the barcon configuration. Good point! I have spare left and right downtube square washers--the ones with limit stops for the shifters. should specify in your request. Although the downtube version is soft aluminum and can be easily filed down to resemble the barcon version. Now I'm confused. Mine are steel, square holes, little limit stop nubs, left and right side specific. There's nothing like them in my bar end shifters. Best, joe broach portland, or On Wednesday, April 18, 2012 9:08:04 AM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote: Am interested in trading for or buying, in order of preference: Silver shifter square washer; replacement shifter mech minus pod; replacement shifter mech with pod. Thanks. -- - Patrick Moore, Albuquerque, NM For professional resumes, contact Patrick Moore, ACRW http://resumespecialties.com/index.html - A billion stars go spinning through the night Blazing high above your head; But in you is the Presence that will be When all the stars are dead. Ranier Maria Rilke, Buddha in Glory -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/K8qV3r5b4J0J. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. attachment: silverDTwashers.jpg
Re: [RBW] Re: Needed: Silver shifter square washer or replacement shifter
Ah, gotcha. Patrick, if nothing else turns up, you're welcome to one of my DT washers. I'm confident you can caveman the nub off, even if it is steel. Best, joe broach portland, or On Wed, Apr 18, 2012 at 10:41 AM, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: OK, perhaps the Silver ones with the stops are steel. All mine are the original Suntours, where that part is aluminum and very easy to file down. That square part for Silver shifters in the barcon configuration has no stop. It's a circle on the outside and a square on the inside. That's a metaphor for how I feel about myself sometimes. http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/sh13.htm The Riv photo of the pods has the circle/square rendition. On Wednesday, April 18, 2012 10:23:27 AM UTC-7, joe b. wrote: On Wed, Apr 18, 2012 at 9:47 AM, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: When you say pod, that tells me you are asking about Silver Shifters in the barcon configuration. Good point! I have spare left and right downtube square washers--the ones with limit stops for the shifters. should specify in your request. Although the downtube version is soft aluminum and can be easily filed down to resemble the barcon version. Now I'm confused. Mine are steel, square holes, little limit stop nubs, left and right side specific. There's nothing like them in my bar end shifters. Best, joe broach portland, or On Wednesday, April 18, 2012 9:08:04 AM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote: Am interested in trading for or buying, in order of preference: Silver shifter square washer; replacement shifter mech minus pod; replacement shifter mech with pod. Thanks. -- - Patrick Moore, Albuquerque, NM For professional resumes, contact Patrick Moore, ACRW http://resumespecialties.com/index.html - A billion stars go spinning through the night Blazing high above your head; But in you is the Presence that will be When all the stars are dead. Ranier Maria Rilke, Buddha in Glory -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/K8qV3r5b4J0J. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/o7-QocfwEkMJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: tektro cr720 installation advice
On Thu, May 10, 2012 at 8:43 PM, ted ted.ke...@comcast.net wrote: One of the key features of V brakes is that the tension in the brake cable is lower that that in a cantilever, side pull, or dual-pivot brake. You lost me here. What do you mean by tension in the brake cable? If you're talking about brake return spring tension, that's just a design decision and not inherent in the style of brake. Modern brakes of all sorts have much lighter return springs. My early 90s Shimano cantis have the same tension as the Avid v-brakes on the tandem. But maybe I misunderstand. Also if the brake cable fails a V brake will stay open where as with cantilevers if the straddle wire catches on tire nobs it may lock up. Again, not inherent in the design. Lots of cantis use Shimano's link wire design that runs the main cable directly to one of the canti arms. If the main or link cable breaks, the brake opens. And, as you say, not a big deal anyway. What I find really inexplicable is how many folks seem to get so very wound up about this stuff. For a long time, it seems like new bike gear was just assumed by default to be better. I like that among groups like this new stuff has to earn it. OK, now that I think about it, the fact that v-brakes still qualify as new technology here is pretty funny. I've tried v-brakes on 3 bikes and have liked them OK. For me, they stop the bike about the same as nice medium profile cantis, squeal about the same, set up easier, and are really ugly. Ugly probably shouldn't matter on a bike, but for some reason it does. Best, joe broach portland, or -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: tektro cr720 installation advice
On Sat, May 12, 2012 at 6:35 AM, Montclair BobbyB montclairbob...@gmail.com wrote: I'm loving this debate. I have both canti and V-brakes. I love the way the cantis look, and I'm marginally satisfied with their performance (although I suspect I just haven't figured out the optimal setup) I'd recommend getting your hands on some medium profile cantis like the 90s era XT level Shimanos (http://nihonmaru.blogspot.com/2011/08/phoenix-project-shimano-m732-cantilever.html). I've set them up several different ways on different bikes, and they always perform really well for me. Others who've ridden those bikes say the same. I helped a friend set up some cr720s on his Kogswell, and try as we might they were always a bit weak. I've also found dime a dozen low profile brakes to work great with MTB levers, but they're hard to set up for aero road levers. Best, joe broach portland, or -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Slipping QR in horizontal drop out help
On Tue, May 15, 2012 at 10:43 AM, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: If you asked for my wild guess, I'd try those 'slow-release' levers. The ones you need an allen wrench to tighten. On chrome rear dropouts in the past, that's been helpful for me. I think they generate substantially more clampforce. That's opposite my experience, but I'd be interested to hear the slow-release skewers you had success with. I'm not able to get near the clamping force out of those 5mm bolts that I get from an internal cam QR. I think it almost has to be the axle at this point. Many have run QRs with horizontal drops without issue. I did with a 22/28 low gear for thousands of slip-free miles, and that using a Deore LX skewer with aluminum faces. Frustrating, to be sure, but I wouldn't be distracted by things other than that axle. Best, joe broach portland, or -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Slipping QR in horizontal drop out help
On Tue, May 15, 2012 at 12:13 PM, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: On my Davidson road bike, with chromed dropouts, I couldn't stop slipping with Mavic or Dura Ace internal cam skewers. Everything on the bike was brand new. I replaced them with Control Tech Ti skewers (which I was willing to do also trying to get a lugged steel bike under 18lb). I never had a single slip with those. That was 1992. That makes some sense, titanium being harder (I think) than steel. The ones I've used have had aluminum or steel faces. I'll file this trick away for future use! Best, joe broach portland, or -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Bullmoose measurements
Could one of you kind folks take a few bullmoose 150 and/or 200 measurements for me? I have an old mountain bike with a pair of bull moose that I love but that don't quite fit me. The entry price is steep, but I see Riv lists them as discontinued (endangered?), and I'd hate to miss out. The bars seem tricky to measure, but I think this would work for me: from fixed point (saddle nose or whatever) C-to-C distances to stem cap, bar center, bar ends. I'm looking for a little more reach and sweep than my old bars without giving up any height. Any other thoughts on the bars also welcome, but I've only heard positives and am already familiar with the species. I really appreciate it! Best, joe broach portland, or -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Bullmoose measurements
On Thu, May 17, 2012 at 2:07 PM, Thomas Lynn Skean thomaslynnsk...@comcast.net wrote: Thanks for all the great info, Thomas! I do have one of the stem risers and will mull over those possibilities, too. I understand just what you mean by the penned in feeling. That's the problem I have with the original Nitto bullmoose with short extension. Also glad the cyclofiend photos came in handy. The R15 Funny Boy rack is under appreciated--so versatile and finely made. One of the best racks for the haphazard lashing I tend to do. Best, joe broach portland, or http://cyclerslife.blogspot.com/ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Double FD work with a triple?
I friction shift 26/36/46 with a 105 double. Works fine, although the shift to/from the granny isn't exactly snappy. Best, joe broach portland, or On Tue, May 22, 2012 at 6:31 AM, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote: I'm doing some work on my rando bike, switching from a double (Sugino 46/34) to a triple (46/36/26) and it almost looks like the double FD (FSA) could shift between all the rings. I may give it a try. I haven't really messed with it yet. The 107mm BB I was, surprisingly, able to use with the double seems fine with the triple. Anyone ever do anything like this. I realize that there may be an issue that comes up that I haven't anticipated but just figured I'd put it out there. --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Thinking of switching handlebars on my AHH
On Sat, May 26, 2012 at 7:00 PM, Garth garth...@gmail.com wrote: I thought of the Bosco bars for a minute, until I realised they had zero forward reach, unlike the Albatross. I use bar end brake levers and thumb shifters so I get TONS of room for my hands to move around. How do the reverse brake levers work for you, especially off pavement? Neat setup. For quite a while, I ran bar end shifters with MTB levers out on the front curve. I really loved all the room to roam but missed being able to brake with my weight back. Best, joe broach portland, or -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: rene herse crank
On Sun, May 27, 2012 at 6:38 AM, Mitch Browne mitch.bro...@gmail.com wrote: When you say chain line is adequate do you mean OK or that if you had a 110 BB that you would use that? For the hairsplitters, 107 and 110(.5) Shimano-style cartridge BBs generally give the same chainline. The 107 is offset to the drive side, and the 110 is symmetric. The same is true with 113/115/116 and 118/121. I found this out empirically when I tried to nudge the chainline out a couple of mm on my Romulus by swapping a 115 and then a 116 for my 113. Nothing changed on the drive side! I assume other brands that copy Shimano are the same, but I'd be interested to hear otherwise. And, who knows, standards aren't exactly standards in the bike world, but I wouldn't expect 107 - 110 to affect chainline. Best, joe broach portland, or -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: rene herse crank
On Sun, May 27, 2012 at 12:54 PM, Joe Broach joebro...@gmail.com wrote: Reading what I wrote a little too late. I take that back on the 118/121. I've never actually handled a 121. Do they even exist? Best, joe broach portland, or -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Advice on Camelbacks
On Thu, May 31, 2012 at 12:10 PM, PATRICK MOORE bertin...@gmail.com wrote: I made the mistake of setting out just now with just one 28 oz water bottle That's a lot of water, but everyone's needs are different. When I lived in dry, hot (though likely not ABQ hot) Missoula, I'd drink half a bottle, do a 17-mile evening loop, and then have the other half on the porch when I got back. I carried the half bottle, but only in case a mechanical or something delayed me. I never much felt like drinking on a short, hard ride like that. I should mention that was a flat course. Didn't mean that as admonishing you for drinking, just thinking back to similar rides. My main concerns are, (1) do they feel icky (that's a technical term) on your back on a hot day? If you start with ice in the bladder, it feels marvelous for the first 10 miles or so. I eventually added some closed cell foam for longer rides so I wasn't heating up my water supply. I used a really light combo: REI Flash 18 pack + 2L (I think, or is it 2.5L?) MSR Cloudliner. It carried well enough that I forgot it after a while. The nice thing is it gets lighter as you drink. 2). Do they mold up? How do you clean them to prevent mold? Mine never did in two years of continuous use. I just rinsed, drained, and hung it up with the cap off. Always tasted better than bike bottle water. Again, that was in a dry climate. I haven't used it much since moving to Oregon. 3) What brand and model do y'all recommend, if any? I liked the combo I had, although to be honest I just grabbed both off the scratch and dent table at REI. The combo is only a pound and the pack is useful for unexpected roadside produce and such. Camelbacks I've handled seemed way overbuilt for road biking to me. Gnashbar has several on sale (tho' they're damn'd expensive compared to water bottles). Is the cheapest, at $40, the Camelback Fairfax fer God's sake, 50 oz, decent? Or the (gad) Blowfish 70 oz at $60? I can't see carrying more than half a gallon on my back. I ended up loving the little Flash pack with and without the bladder. I'd pay full price to replace with the same when mine finally gives out. Or am I just better off putting a second bottle in my rear pocket? Probably, but the bladder is different and kind of fun. It's also come in handy on a couple of bike camping trips when I've wanted to load up on water before a dry stretch to camp. I wouldn't have tried it except for the good deal (think it was $30 total), but now I think they have their place. Still not sure I'd want one for an evening fun road ride, though. Best, joe broach portland, or -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] WTT: Sackville (Black) Large Rear Bag for a Sackville Barsack Mount
Not quite a direct hit, but for your consideration: I have one of the Sackville predecessor Baggins Boxy bags in khaki waxed cotton with the F-15 Nitto rack I'd be willing to trade. Some pictures of the actual bag here: https://picasaweb.google.com/joebroach/BikeStuffForSale Best, joe broach portland, or On Mon, Jun 11, 2012 at 7:19 PM, Brian Campbell bdcampbel...@gmail.com wrote: I have a very nice black Sackville large from the first run. It is no. 5 if I recall correctly. I was an early adopter. Anyway, I bought it to commute with but was laid off (this was a a while ago, everything is fine now!) and never ended up needing it. I am looking to trade for a Sackville Barsack mount in either black or olive. If you have one you are willing to part with, let me know and we can work a deal to everyone's satisfaction. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/bH0aXHMGkAMJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Mary Bar/Technomic stem incompatible?
It seems to be accepted practice to spread closed face stems a little to insert the bars. There is/was actually a special stem pry tool made for the purpose. Jan Heine has a neat trick to accomplish the same with bolt+nut+coin: http://janheine.wordpress.com/2012/01/17/inserting-a-handlebar-into-a-stem/ Those Mary bars seem like a steal. I picked up an aluminum and a cr-mo set to try. Be warned, the cr-mo finish is bead blasted and feels like sharkskin--not exactly the chrome finsih advertised. Not that i'm complaining for $20. Report back on how you like the Marys! Best, joe broach portland, or -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Shock cord arrangement ideas for the Baggins handlebar bag
This thread reminded me that I have a Boxy + F15 + map case on the shelf. Make me an offer if you're interested in the set! https://picasaweb.google.com/joebroach/BikeStuffForSale Best, joe broach portland, or -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Shock cord arrangement ideas for the Baggins handlebar bag
Bag has been claimed. Thanks! -joe On Jul 12, 2012 2:47 PM, Joe Broach joebro...@gmail.com wrote: This thread reminded me that I have a Boxy + F15 + map case on the shelf. Make me an offer if you're interested in the set! https://picasaweb.google.com/joebroach/BikeStuffForSale Best, joe broach portland, or -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: 64cm+ Touring Frame
Agree, but make sure you get a measurement on the tire clearance front and rear. Maybe the GTBC had things dialed in by '83, but some early examples have weirdly tight clearances, often at the seat stay bridge. Best, joe broach portland, or On Thu, Jul 19, 2012 at 10:57 AM, Scot Brooks scothinck...@gmail.com wrote: That deco Trek-o is looking good. I'd say that's a nice find with a little more style than a comparably priced new frame like a Saga or a LHT. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/3ixyvS5FOtgJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Nitto m12 rack install now brake problems...
Probably overtightened and mushroomed the stud slightly: Cantilever brake mounting bolts (front especially.) If these are overtightened, they can mushroom the ends of the cantilever bosses, causing the brake to bind up. -Sheldon Brown It's pretty common. Likely you can get the diameter back to normal by wrapping the canti post with sandpaper and taking off the bulge. Keep checking fit until you're there. This after you're sure it's nothing weird with the brake arm itself. Check by test fitting the matching arm from the rear of the bike. Best, joe broach portland, or -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Removing chain guard glue glunk from frame
Citra-solv is the best I've found. Stronger than goo-gone. Use outside if possible as the orange smell lingers a while! Best, joe broach portland, or On Sat, Aug 18, 2012 at 8:44 AM, lungimsam john11.2...@gmail.com wrote: Hello, I have a chain guard that I peeled of the chainstay and there is lotsa glue goo left behind. I tried water, alcohol, and degreaser (not intentional), but all I get is some paint tint on the rag. The goo wont go. Anything I can try next? Don't wanna damage the finish. I don't wanna put on another chain guard because I like seeing as much of the beautiful frame as possible. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/XsCWeeZK9wMJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: New Shimano 7-speed group
On Tue, Aug 28, 2012 at 5:57 PM, BSWP ashtab...@gmail.com wrote: If this trend keeps up, we can look forward to a six and five speed freewheel from Shimano. ;-) 6sp Shimano FWs are still in production, AFAIK! http://sheldonbrown.com/harris/freewheels.html#6 Best, joe broach portland, or -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Another coroplast bar bag
With hat tips to RBW regulars TapeBubba for the joinery idea and Cyclofiend for the raw materials. I finally got around to building a prototype bar bag from a campaign sign. I learned a lot, but the basic design goals were achieved! I wanted something that was waterproof, opened and closed like a Berthoud, didn't need a decaleur, mounted and unmounted quickly, and would hold a six-pack and mini u-lock. Oh, and didn't cost much, since I wasn't sure how it would handle on my medium-high trail bike. The bag used up almost every square inch of a single (16x24) campaign sign. I can already see how these front bags get addictive. I took it out on a 50-mile test run and had a blast fiddling around in my stuff to my heart's content. The Romulus handled the weight fine (probably no more than 5 pounds, though more after a grocery stop the last mile). I could still ride no handed no problemo. I had to keep my act together pedaling no handed, or else a little shimmy would remind me. http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclerslife/sets/72157631544583459/with/7989848093/ Best, joe broach portland, or -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Hand Numbness, an observation
On Wed, Sep 19, 2012 at 1:39 PM, pb pbridge...@aol.com wrote: FWIW, I get less hand numbness when riding without gloves than with. I don't like that fact, because I went down hard without gloves once. Palms take a long time to heal. I've had the same experience--comfier without, except when I crash. I ride mostly without (in warm season) but maybe should look for something non-padded. Winter gloves are better but still bother my hands. Best, joe broach portland, or -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Help with platform pedals...
On Tue, Sep 25, 2012 at 3:56 PM, Rex Kerr rexk...@gmail.com wrote: So, is there some easy technique that I never learned in my childhood years when I last used platform pedals [...] I just stop with my pedal foot (right, for me) at 2 o'clock, ready for takeoff. Just use the brakes like you were about to start a trackstand (I still can't do one!), and put the off foot down. Easily mastered mini-trick. must I just get accustomed to using my toe to re-position the pedal, regardless of how long that takes? How long does it take you? When I get stopped out of position, I just lift up with a toe, step on it, and I'm off. It's rare I see a clipless rider take any less time to clip in and get moving. It is a little ironic how important the shoes are to happy clip-free riding. You still have to match shoe to pedal, to some extent. Best, joe broach portland, or -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Help with platform pedals...
On Tue, Sep 25, 2012 at 4:29 PM, Rex Kerr rexk...@gmail.com wrote: Actually, that's part of my problem. I ride in sandals (always have, even with the frogs -- rode Shimano SPD sandals) and grabbing the rough pedal with my toe requires a bit more caution. :-) Oh, yeah. I get that lesson at the start of every summer when I switch to Chacos on my spiked pedals. Usually only takes a couple of times to sink in for the season. Best, joe broach portland, or -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Front rack bag for tall riders?
This came up a while back (maybe on the 650b or i-BoB list), and I paid attention because the biggest Berthoud is borderline too small for my frames, too. I thought a great idea that came up was to make use of the extra space and make a dual compartment bag. Tools and other things not needed while riding go down below, and the usual food/clothes/camera go up top. Of course, this would need to be custom, but custom bags sewn here don't seem to be that much more than Berthoud. Ruthworks for one seems willing to experiment. You could also mock one up yourself for the cost of tape and a campaign sign or two: http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclerslife/sets/72157631544583459/ Interested to see what you come up with. Best, joe broach portland, or On Wed, Sep 26, 2012 at 12:10 PM, Rex Kerr rexk...@gmail.com wrote: My handlebar bag is in tatters and needing replacement. In addition, it doesn't work on my AHH's mustache bars, which has me thinking of converting to a rack mounted bag since both of the bikes I'd use it on have front racks. The problem is, in all of the pictures that I see where they look very conveniently placed, they're on small bikes. On these small bikes with short steerer tubes the bag is tall enough to come up nearly to the bar height, and all is well. Problem for us tall guys is that the distance down to the rack is quite extreme. So, I'm thinking that such a bag wouldn't be ideal for me. Any thoughts on this subject from fellow tall riders? Have you tried such a bag? Did it feel inconvenient to use? Did you find it to be a non-issue, such that you're wondering what I'm fretting about? Thanks! -Rex -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Winter Shoe Recommendations?
South of you in Portland (via Montana), I finally got rid of my insulated boots after a couple of years. I'm finding that a waterprood lightweight hiking shoe/boot with wool socks is plenty for me, and I'm cold-natured. Still haven't figured out how to keep my wands warm and dry beyond about 5 miles, though. It was easier in the dry cold. Best, joe broach portland, or On Mon, Oct 1, 2012 at 12:50 PM, Brian Hanson stone...@gmail.com wrote: I'm interested in lightweight boots that are not too bulky (the holy grail?). I've had good luck with North Face Baltoros (http://www.rei.com/product/818560/the-north-face-baltoro-400-iii-winter-boots-mens) - they are really warm and have been the most comfortable walking boot I've had. I wore them daily on my bus/walk commute in MN down to -20, so they're plenty warm. Now that I'm in Seattle, I was going to look into the Sidi winter boots, but I'm off clipless shoes, and on platforms so a warmer shoe would be fine as it rarely breaches 20. Perhaps a market will open up for insulated waterproof sneakers? Brian Seattle, WA On Mon, Oct 1, 2012 at 3:41 AM, Bruce Herbitter bruce.herbit...@gmail.com wrote: I've gone to thick wool socks inside sealskins inside loose fitting sandals. If it's windy out, wind covers over it all. If it's not super cold, thin liner socks inside the thick wool socks in the sandals works okay. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Winter Shoe Recommendations?
Sorry for the bad formatting. My reply below was meant for Brian, not the OP. -joe in pdx On Mon, Oct 1, 2012 at 2:30 PM, Joe Broach joebro...@gmail.com wrote: South of you in Portland (via Montana), I finally got rid of my insulated boots after a couple of years. I'm finding that a waterprood lightweight hiking shoe/boot with wool socks is plenty for me, and I'm cold-natured. Still haven't figured out how to keep my wands warm and dry beyond about 5 miles, though. It was easier in the dry cold. Best, joe broach portland, or On Mon, Oct 1, 2012 at 12:50 PM, Brian Hanson stone...@gmail.com wrote: I'm interested in lightweight boots that are not too bulky (the holy grail?). I've had good luck with North Face Baltoros (http://www.rei.com/product/818560/the-north-face-baltoro-400-iii-winter-boots-mens) - they are really warm and have been the most comfortable walking boot I've had. I wore them daily on my bus/walk commute in MN down to -20, so they're plenty warm. Now that I'm in Seattle, I was going to look into the Sidi winter boots, but I'm off clipless shoes, and on platforms so a warmer shoe would be fine as it rarely breaches 20. Perhaps a market will open up for insulated waterproof sneakers? Brian Seattle, WA On Mon, Oct 1, 2012 at 3:41 AM, Bruce Herbitter bruce.herbit...@gmail.com wrote: I've gone to thick wool socks inside sealskins inside loose fitting sandals. If it's windy out, wind covers over it all. If it's not super cold, thin liner socks inside the thick wool socks in the sandals works okay. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Society Finally Catching up to Grant
On Sunday, September 30, 2012 6:29:40 PM UTC-7, gep7...@gmail.com wrote: It is that only if you regard helmets as totally safe and ignore any tendency to take more risks when wearing one. On Mon, Oct 1, 2012 at 12:30 PM, Brewster Fong bfd...@gmail.com wrote: I've heard this statement beforea and am unclear as to kind of risk these riders are taking - i.e., ride faster than allowed, run thru stop signs/lights, weave between cars in traffic, making daredevil type moves like jumping off cliffs, walls, barriers, or what? Brewster, I guess I rationalize it the other way around. In my sample of one, I ride more carefully the (10%?) of the time I don't wear my helmet. Specifically, I ride more slowly on quieter streets, leave more escape room, and rarely ride in the dark or rain without a helmet. Out of the city, I pretty much only ditch the helmet for climbs, and if I do descend, I don't push it. It may be unsupportable, but it's the internal bargain I've made with myself. Best, joe broach portland, or -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] OT: Fishing pole transport?
Scot, I'd say you're on the right track. What kind of rod are you carrying? I've carried fly rods in their own tubes hundreds of miles with no issues. I just bolt a PVC end cap to one of the rear dropout braze-ons, then toe strap the rod tube to the rear rack. This photo sort of shows it in action but with a small travel rod tube. I've carried up to 4 1/2 ft tubes this way, though. http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclerslife/2696059023/in/set-72157606334274876 Best, joe broach portland, or -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] 59 All Rounder FS in Portland
For Portlanders, Sellwood Cycles has a nice looking All Rounder (26 wheels) complete for $1900. No relation, interest, etc. just passing it along... http://sellwoodcycle.com/consign/59cm-rivendell-all-rounder-1950/ Best, joe broach portland, or -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: 59 All Rounder FS in Portland
Excellent, Keith! Glad it found a good home. Also glad I didn't know it was taller, given that I only live 5 blocks away... Many happy miles, joe broach portland, or On Wed, Nov 21, 2012 at 9:12 AM, iamkeith keithhar...@gmail.com wrote: Well, Joe, I don't know whether to thank you or be mad at you but, being as vocal as I have about wishing for a 26 wheeled Riv., I had to buy it. The price had come down by $250 and the $250 worth of Nitto racks helped me rationalize it. Gorgeous green paint, frame in perfect condition, nice phil hubs. It has some XTR V-brakes and levers that are goofy on the bike, but I can use them on another. Otherwise, a different bar, saddle and pedals (as is almost always the case), and I'm good to go... just as soon as the snow melts. :- ( And the BEST thing is that it turned out to be a 60 or 61cm (measured riv-style, to the top of the seat tube), so it'll fit even better than I thought it would. I guess one of my lucky kids is finally going to get my too-small 55cm XO-1. So THEY thank you, even if I don't! On Nov 15, 12:30 am, Joe Broach joebro...@gmail.com wrote: For Portlanders, Sellwood Cycles has a nice looking All Rounder (26 wheels) complete for $1900. No relation, interest, etc. just passing it along... http://sellwoodcycle.com/consign/59cm-rivendell-all-rounder-1950/ Best, joe broach portland, or -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Need 7 sp shifter and brake levers for charity build.
Patrick, I've never come across an integrated brake lever/grip shifter. Are you sure they're one piece? If SRAM, do you know if it's an ESP (i.e. long-pull) or Shimano-compatibile rear derailer? I might have some Shimano 7-speed grip shifters around. Best, joe broach portland, or On Fri, Nov 23, 2012 at 6:26 PM, Bertin753 bertin...@gmail.com wrote: I am in the midst of adjusting a donated cruiser bike for a newly licensed but still unemployed nurse. I swapped out the hbars for some decent Walds but while removing the ineffably stupid, cheap, and generally shitty combo twist-shift-cum-brake levers from the old bar, I managed to lose a miniature spring that allows the right-side twist grip to ratchet instead of merely spinning uselessly and helplessly. For the record: these combo brake and twist shit -- sorry, ••twist grip•• -- plastic unmentionables and the **#%*+* who spec'd them ought to be housed in one of the lower bolgia. So to complete the build, I need a right side shifter, preferably (for recipient) indexed for 7 speed, and a brake lever. Matching pair, even better. I sunk $20 or so into an earlier charity build and I'd just shell out $40 or so myself for this one, except that I am very cash strapped. If anyone has said parts and would be willing to ship them for cost of postage, I'd be very grateful to receive them, install, and pass them on. I have some things I can offer in trade, too. I received very generous largesse from a listmember a couple of months ago for another charity build, and the recipient was very, very happy to get the resulting bike--kid said that the resultingow end Centurion was the best bike he'd ridden. Many a priori thanks, and please reply off list. Patrick Moore iPhone -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Need 7 sp shifter and brake levers for charity build.
Ah, you're right. I forgot about Shimano's twisters. -Joe -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Volume in liters of original Hoss saddlebag?
On Tue, Sep 27, 2011 at 9:45 AM, PATRICK MOORE bertin...@gmail.com wrote: Thanks. Would you put the Hoss at two full paper grocery sacks? I'd say more like 1.5 PGS. The interior is just about exactly paper sack sized (long way is front to back on the Hoss, not side to side). With the two side pockets and bulging the top, you could get another 0.5-0.75 PGS. I found I needed a front basket plus the Hoss back when I did weekly grocery store runs. Your grocery shopping might vary! Best, joe broach portland, or -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: BQ Copies
On Wed, Oct 19, 2011 at 9:52 AM, reynoldslugs be...@perrylaw.net wrote: My only quibble is not really a quibble, just an observation. Jan, Hahn, and his crew are lighter and in a lot better shape than I am. This is why I really miss Alex Wetmore's contributions as a BQ tester/reviewer. I think he just got too busy with other things to put in the (considerable) time. I'd love to see BQ expand in this direction with average but enthusiastic rider/testers in addition to the usual suspects Jan/Hahn/Mark VdK. It would be fascinating to test whether the handling and performance traits that superfit skilled riders prefer are also preferred by us mortals. Alex seems to agree with most of Jan's preferences (low trail, light tubing, front loading) despite his different build and riding style. He was always at a disadvantage in the blind tests, though, because he didn't have a similar riding partner to serve as comparison. As an example, I feel like BQ's city/utility bike reviews have fallen flat, even though I appreciate them. They read a little like an F1 driver testing a minivan. It would be great to get a second take in these cases from a daily non-sport rider (maybe there was one in the Big Dummy review. I can't remember all of a sudden). I think such a rider might actually be more attuned to certain features of non-sport bikes, just as Jan et al. are more attuned to high performance bikes. At least in Portland, I've met a substantial number of riders who are very interested in bike design, ride a lot, but rarely if ever ride for sport. In fact, I find myself drifting toward that end of the spectrum. BQ is by far the most interesting bike pub since the Riv Reader, though. I've learned a lot, rethought a lot, and thoroughly enjoyed it. My cycling's the richer for Jan's efforts! Best, joe broach portland, or -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] FS: Riv bags mostly Riv clothes parts
Cleaning out the bike room! Let me know if something strikes your fancy. All prices are plus actual postage from 97202 (likely $5-10 on most items). Please see photos at https://picasaweb.google.com/joebroach/BikeStuffForSale $175 - Riv Baggins Boxy Bag w/ required Nitto F15 Bar Rack included Used with some light rub marks on bag, but canvas and leather are in great shape. This is the older tan waxed canvas and leather Boxy bag, roughly 10Lx8Wx7D and very nicely made. Completely rainproof in my experience. Elastic cord and hook closure for main compartment. Two covered side pockets and a buckled front pocket. Rack clamps to bars and is usual Nitto quality. Includes CycoActive map case for top. Bag sits level with bar tops. $75 - Riv Baggins Hobo Bar bag (tan waxed canvas and thick leather reinforcements) Well-used but functionally perfect (see pics, 6/10 cosmetically?). Great NLA bag that sits against head tube where handling is little affected. Zippered main compartment about 13Wx8Hx4D. Two big rear buckle pockets are great for snacks, camera, other grab-ables. Rear pockets rainproof, main compartment will seep in heavy rain due to zipper. Works best with upright bars or drop bars at least 42cm wide. With cantis or centerpulls, you'll want to run some cord through the side d-rings and tie off to the brake levers or bar-end shifter cables. This keeps the bag away from the straddle cable. $50 - Medium Riv Musa Knickers (Grey w/ blue accents) Light use. Nice, but just don't fit my tall, skinny legs. These are early ones without the reflective patches http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/ws2.htm $65 - Medium Riv Wooly Warm Vest, current edition New with tags, pit-to-pit: 21, length: 24 $50 - Medium Pearl Izumi Vagabond Jacket/Vest (Optic Yellow) Like new except for rub marks shown in photos from bouncing around in my bag. Very nice design with zip off sleeves, nice venting. Fabric is breathable and water repellent--keeps you dry in light rain but heavy rain will eventually seep in. Four zip pockets. Generously long sleeves for a medium. pit-to-pit: 22, length F/R: 22/25.5, sleeves: 36 (from center of back) $50 - Medium REI Novara Headwind Cycling Pants/Tights (Black) Like new. Great loose tights for snow or cold rain. Front is water/windproof (totally) and rear is breathable fine nylon mesh. These were great in Missoula, but Portland seldom gets cold and wet weather. 32 inseam, elastic drawstring waist, rear pocket. http://www.rei.com/product/815145/novara-headwind-bike-pants-mens $50 - Salsa Waterford-made CrMo stem 135mm 25deg 1 1/8 THREADLESS w/ 25.4 handlebar clamp This is a 2005 model when they were still made by Waterford in Wisconsin. I see Salsa is bringing these back this winter, but I doubt they'll be US made. Effective reach is about 10cm with a lot of rise. Nice for flared drops or flat bars. $50 - pair of Panaracer Pasela 700x37 Tourguard, folding bead Used one week (~50 miles). Unfortunately a rainy week so sidewalls are a little dirty--should clean up easily enough. A nice discount on a basically new set, though. Great tires if you can fit them. $25 - Tange CrMo Fork, 1 threaded 700c canti unicrown 43mm rake 130 steerer with 40mm threaded (chrome) NOS, made with Tange MTB blades, 900g Best, joe broach portland, or -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Update, price drop: FS: Riv bags mostly Riv clothes parts
Reduced prices on what's left. See the photo link below for more item details. Thanks, Joe On Mon, Oct 31, 2011 at 9:28 AM, Joe Broach joebro...@gmail.com wrote: Cleaning out the bike room! Let me know if something strikes your fancy. All prices are plus actual postage from 97202 (likely $5-10 on most items). Please see photos at https://picasaweb.google.com/joebroach/BikeStuffForSale $150 - Riv Baggins Boxy Bag w/ required Nitto F15 Bar Rack included Used with some light rub marks on bag, but canvas and leather are in great shape. This is the older tan waxed canvas and leather Boxy bag, roughly 10Lx8Wx7D and very nicely made. Completely rainproof in my experience. Elastic cord and hook closure for main compartment. Two covered side pockets and a buckled front pocket. Rack clamps to bars and is usual Nitto quality. Includes CycoActive map case for top. Bag sits level with bar tops. $65 - Riv Baggins Hobo Bar bag (tan waxed canvas and thick leather reinforcements) Well-used but functionally perfect (see pics, 6/10 cosmetically?). Great NLA bag that sits against head tube where handling is little affected. Zippered main compartment about 13Wx8Hx4D. Two big rear buckle pockets are great for snacks, camera, other grab-ables. Rear pockets rainproof, main compartment will seep in heavy rain due to zipper. Works best with upright bars or drop bars at least 42cm wide. With cantis or centerpulls, you'll want to run some cord through the side d-rings and tie off to the brake levers or bar-end shifter cables. This keeps the bag away from the straddle cable. $45 - Medium Riv Musa Knickers (Grey w/ blue accents) Light use. Nice, but just don't fit my tall, skinny legs. These are early ones without the reflective patches http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/ws2.htm $40 - Medium Pearl Izumi Vagabond Jacket/Vest (Optic Yellow) Like new except for rub marks shown in photos from bouncing around in my bag. Very nice design with zip off sleeves, nice venting. Fabric is breathable and water repellent--keeps you dry in light rain but heavy rain will eventually seep in. Four zip pockets. Generously long sleeves for a medium. pit-to-pit: 22, length F/R: 22/25.5, sleeves: 36 (from center of back) $20 - Tange CrMo Fork, 1 threaded 700c canti unicrown 43mm rake 130 steerer with 40mm threaded (chrome) NOS, made with Tange MTB blades, 900g Best, joe broach portland, or -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Soma San Marcos
I saw my first San Marcos in the wild here in Portland today. Looked to be a 63cm nicely set up with the Soma porteur rack, wood fenders, and porteur-ish bars. It looked like they nailed the brake reach--pads at the bottom of the slots. The metallic light blue is very close if not identical to the old Romulus blue. I think the lugs are actually a little fancier than the Romulus lugs. I look forward to seeing more of these. Even without the 2TTs, it would have stood out at the racks--a very distinctive bike. Best, joe broach portland, or On Mon, Nov 14, 2011 at 3:13 PM, DustyMerkin samcoal...@gmail.com wrote: I am curious why there is no post about this frame. I actually think it's a lot nicer then my Rambo, it is a well thought out bike. From what I can tell other then the seat, all the lugs are Riv's; even the bottom bracket lug has the rivendell stamp on it. The price was hard to beat! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/TCPCKrxp9qMJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Noticed anything different about front bag handling
Thanks for the comparison, Mojo! For those wanting to try the same thing on a budget, note that the Cross Check fork is about 1cm longer A-to-C than the LHT fork, which should make it just about Frame Neutral after having a builder re-rake it for the LHT. The recent CC forks have the lowrider bosses but not the extra dropout boss. If you were willing to give up ~5mm tire/fender clearance, you could just have your LHT fork re-raked to a bit less than 68mm, steepening the head angle by about 0.5 degree. Best, joe broach portland, or -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Canti-Rom question
On Fri, Nov 25, 2011 at 12:40 PM, James Warren jimcwar...@earthlink.net wrote: everything the same except for the presence of canti posts ...and Atlantis seatstays (according to the June '05 Email update) and a threaded, downward facing rear fender boss with no hole for mounting a rear sidepull. But, yes, clearances are the same except for the lack of sidepulls to get in the way. Best, joe broach portland, or -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Great Idea from Velouria
On Sun, Dec 11, 2011 at 12:47 PM, PATRICK MOORE bertin...@gmail.com wrote: I sure like the idea, but never could use it practically. Same here. I loved the scorcher look, and it felt good for a few miles, but after that it was torture for my neck and shoulders. It doesn't hurt to give it a try, though (well, not for long anyway!). Best, joe broach portland, or -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Frame clearance between Ram and Cani-Rom the same?
I would like my Ram to be able to fit Jack Brown tires AND fenders. Does anybody know if converting my Ram to a Canti-Ram allow me to run this tire/fender combination? It should work with plastic fenders--doubtful or tight in the rear with metal. I've run true 34s under SKS fenders on my canti-Rom (which is spec'd at 54mm virtual brake reach). The tight spot is under the rear brake bridge, which has a downward-facing boss that's a little proud of the bridge. I remember some early Rams were spec'd right at 57mm or slightly over, but I don't think that was very many. I'm kind of clumsy by nature, and the toe overlap frustrates me on bad days with big tires and fenders, too. Something to think about. Also, the rear stays on the canti-Rom were beefed up for the brakes. Something else to think about. Pretty sure the fork was/is the same, though. Have fun! Best, joe broach portland, or On Thu, Dec 15, 2011 at 10:21 PM, Rocky B rivvyr...@gmail.com wrote: Rocky -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] What does a light set of metal fenders actually weigh?
On Tue, Dec 20, 2011 at 3:39 PM, David Yu Greenblatt david.yu.greenbl...@gmail.com wrote: It would be cool to have a wiki (online document that anybody can update) for parts favored by RBW/iBOB folks. In addition to weights, we could keep track of crankset/BB combos that work with various framesets. Can we do this with Google Groups or Documents? On Tue, Dec 20, 2011 at 12:41 PM, Seth Vidal skvi...@gmail.com wrote: You could easily do it with google documents. Just setup a spreadsheet to store this info in and share it out for others to modify. I've asked about this before. Is there a way to have group-owned google docs, so that anyone subscribed to RBW could edit without making the whole thing public (and, thus, open to spam or other evils)? Best, joe broach portland, or -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] What does a light set of metal fenders actually weigh?
500g +/- is in the ball park for aluminum or plastic w/ hardware. Honjos are the thinnest and I assume the lightest of the bunch. best, joe broach portland, or On Tue, Dec 20, 2011 at 12:21 PM, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: I'm dwelling on some numbers and I'm curious what a lightish set of aluminum fenders weigh. If any of you weighed yours before putting them on, I'd appreciate it. Rounded to the nearest 100g would be fine. I'm looking at narrowish 700C, like what you'd use to cover Jack Browns. I don't know if it's 200g, 500g or 800g. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/Qtv8-w_tBZ0J. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Stolen Bleriot.
Surely we can find Manny another 49 Bleriot? If not us, who? Then build it up with parts sent from all of our stashes. Who's in? Best, joe broach portland, or -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Stolen Bleriot.
Fair enough, Joe! Let's start by tracking down a 49 Bleriot. It was in the QBP catalog for a while. I'll bet there's one stashed somewhere. Hold off on the parts offers, but post back if you turn up a frame. If we find one, we can go from there. As an aside, I wouldn't expect the same treatment. By the number of posts in this thread, I think more than a few of us have the sense that this is a special case. Manny adds so much to the list through his pictures and stories, and he seems to embody the Riv philosophy so well. Manny, I guess you've become the accidental Riv poster boy! Best, and sorry if I offended anyone with my off the cuff idea. joe broach portland, or On Fri, Dec 23, 2011 at 1:18 PM, Joe Bernard joerem...@gmail.com wrote: Not to be a Bah Humbug on this thing, but I think anyone vying to give away a frame or parts should work on this privately. Having a public bike drive on the list is bound to leave hurt feelings for previous victims of bike theft who didn't get the same treatment, and could lead to similar issues with future stolen bike posts. Joe Bernard Vallejo, CA. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/N4U8x0YVBp8J. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Stolen Bleriot.
On Fri, Dec 23, 2011 at 3:06 PM, William Pustow bpus...@aol.com wrote: I don't know Manny, other than his posts, but he must be a great guy based on the 5- 10 folks that have made parts offers. [snip] Oh boy, I should remember this is the Internet and not the pub. Didn't mean to start a philosophical discussion on altruism. My thinking was just: 1) wow, Manny really loved that bike, and he's a great member of this community, 2) that's a rare bike, and maybe we can get a line on finding him one to buy, 3) man, I'll bet we have enough parts we'll never use to build it back up, and 4) building it back with goodwill might help offset the lousy loss,a nd not in a monetary way. Please direct any other posts regarding this to me joebro...@gmail.com off-list, please! If a Bleriot turns up for sale, I'll let the list/Manny know. Also, sorry Manny if you or anyone else thought I implied you were asking for our help. I still think it might turn up, too, if we all keep our eyes peeled. Best and happy holidays! joe broach portland, or -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Atlantis repaint update
Rene, Here's one solution to the fender/fork gap issue a friend and I came up with for her Rawland rSogn: http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclerslife/4017341414/ Another solution I've seen posted (sorry, can't find to credit) and plan to try is something like: tire - recessed brake nut - fender - rubber washer - bushing sleeved over brake nut - daruma/eyebolt - bolt through fork crown brake hole This assumes you're using the french-style daruma/eyebolt mount and don't mind enlarging crown mounting hole in the fender for the recessed brake nut. As I said, I haven't tried it, but it sounds nifty. Best, joe broach portland, or -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Low trail schmo trail......
On Mon, Dec 10, 2012 at 9:28 PM, charlie cl_v...@hotmail.com wrote: The helmet story was mentioned to make a point about keeping ones hands on the bars. *I thought it humorous* that the other rider mentioned my lack of helmet all the while riding *no handed* but.. actually I was responding to Williams comment about his Hilsen.my* Rawland does shimmy* coasting no handed at above 16mph or so and *the Hilsen does noti*. Maybe I'll get a needle bearing headset to try and get after that a little. * My Hilsen is totally shimmy-free*. The fact that his Hilsen does't shimmy doesn't surprise me since it has enough trail. Shimmy at any speed could be terrifying if you are not expecting it which is the main point I wanted to make in that Grant designs that out of his frames by adding enough trail. It may compromise straight line handling or the ability to hold a line better up a slow grinder but overall it results in a safer ride IMO. Charlie, I'm not convinced that trail has much to do with shimmy. It so happens that a lot of modern low trail bikes also have light tubing, and I would guess that has more to do with it. My 63cm Romulus has a nasty shimmy with any load on a rear rack. It's a great no hands bike with light front load and/or saddlebag, though. No hands riding is one of cycling's great joys. To each his own, but don't not try it out of safety concerns. I'm actually typing this on my phone while descending no hands at speed. Just kidding. I'll just say that my bikes that can be ridden sans hands get more miles than the other ones! Best, joe still can't trackstand, though, dangit broach portland, or -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Bay Area bike tour write-up and photos
Fantastic trip, photos, and writeup. Makes me want to do something similar down that way. A rough gear and luggage list would be excellent. Looks like a tidy setup on the bike (notwithstanding the bag falling off). Best, joe broach portland, or -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Do Pitlocks scratch paint on your seat tube collar?
I lost a Champion Flyer and seatpost last year the one day I forgot to put the saddle cover on. Working late, I missed the last bus and had an interesting 5 mile ride home. The worst part was losing the post--a unique 26.7 Nitto on my Miyata. Impossible to find a perfect fit to replace it. Best, joe broach portland, or On Wed, Jan 9, 2013 at 9:54 PM, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery thill@gmail.com wrote: Come to think of it, I've kinda forgotten that saddle theft is an issue. I think about wheel theft, or whole bike theft when I lock up, but it's been a long time since I've heard about a saddle theft. I often park with a saddle cover over my B67 saddles, both for weather protection and for disguise. So far, so good. I'm sure none of this applies in NYC. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/ZK80jXmbdSAJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: 1 bike? Could you do it?
Whoa, the Adventure allows for Hetres or 26x2.2s?!? Do you have any photos of this behemoth? Sounds (and probably is) one of a kind. Best, joe broach portland, or On Thu, Jan 24, 2013 at 4:18 AM, Robert Zeidler zeidler.rob...@gmail.comwrote: I'd probably choose my Atlantis also. But, coming in 2d would be a Calfee CF I had built last fall. It's built with the Adventure geometry/clearances and I have 700c CX wheels, 700c lightweight road wheels, 700c CF tubeless wheels, a set of 650b wheels w/ Hetres, and a generator, and lastly, 26 wheels w/ Mountain Kings (tight clearance). SRAM 11-36, 180mm 48-34, all wheels are Avid disc's, and the heaviest this bike weighs in 69cm is a little less than 22lbs. Frame is warranty of 25 years. Sent from my iPad On Jan 24, 2013, at 12:13 AM, James Warren jimcwar...@earthlink.net wrote: Yes, I could reduce all the way down to Atlantis-only if I had to. It's that good. Riding down Shafter (a Marin County dirt road) with 700x40 Extremes and a camping load and feeling great on pretty steep dirt descending was another moment where the bike impressed me, and this was after having ridden it for 11 years! And in the rest of that mini-tour, the paved riding was lovely as well. - Jim W. -Original Message- From: dougP ** Sent: Jan 23, 2013 8:48 PM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] Re: 1 bike? Could you do it? No worries - my Atlantis. It's my ride 99% of the time. The other 2 bikes I have are pretty much retired serve no need. It's just fun to ride something entirely different once in a while. dougP On Tuesday, January 22, 2013 6:48:04 PM UTC-8, murphyjrfk wrote: Suppose the title says it all. But I've been a thinking about going down to 1---not a big step down cause I normally only have two three tops o' working bikes anyways. And the overlap is out of control. How many 26 touring bikes does one fellow need deal. But I love what I love I guess. One bike? Could ya do it and what would it be? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. ** -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Nitto Big Front Rack fitting issue
Looks like a perfect candidate for Alex Wetmore's elegant hack: http://www.phred.org/~alex/pictures/bikes/jandd-triangle.jpg Two triangles of aluminum span the gap to the braze-ons, and two bolts on the slot side keeping the extension from rotating. Best, joe broach portland, or -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Nitto Big Front Rack fitting issue
Righteous. Be sure to share the results--really have enjoyed the attention to detail in your builds. Best, joe On Wed, Feb 13, 2013 at 10:42 PM, Scot Brooks scothinck...@gmail.comwrote: Joe, that looks absolutely perfect for my needs. I'd better look up a metal shop to see what they can do for me. -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Portland to Seattle through the backdoor on a Romulus
I-bobs please excuse the cross post. Fellow Riv-lister Oliver I took Jan Heine's route as inspiration, though we did it more slowmo than rando. Three days included some great roads, fantastic camping, and my longest day ever on the bike! I loaded the Romulus well beyond intended (~30 pounds of gear), but it still rode very well. I wouldn't go much heavier, though, as I had to be mindful loading and riding to keep the shimmy monster at bay. A real highlight was meeting up at random with Rambouillet rider Bruce, who good naturedly led us up from Lake Washington to Capitol Hill. Thanks, Bruce! We crashed with friends in Seattle and took Amtrak back to Portland. Enjoy some photos from the trip here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclerslife/sets/72157634488426216/ Best, joe broach portland, or -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Terrible News
Jack, thanks so much for posting. I think we're all stunned and heartbroken over the loss of Seth and doubly so that he seemed to be adding so much to the world. Please keep us in the loop if there'll be any sort of memorial fund for Seth. Whether it goes to bike advocacy, another of his passions, or just to help the family, I imagine there are many here like me that would love to contribute something. All the best, joe broach portland, or On Tue, Jul 9, 2013 at 2:33 PM, Jack Warman jack.war...@gmail.com wrote: Friends, I am fortunate to have Seth as a real-world friend. And, your comments are all spot-on - he's a great guy, an asset to all the communities in which he lived, and a fun friend who will be sorely missed. I am heading over to his house now to take dinner. I have printed your kind words (forgive me, trees) and will take them to his partner, Eunice. Kind regards Jack --- Jack Warman Durham, NC On Tue, Jul 9, 2013 at 5:16 PM, Anne Paulson anne.paul...@gmail.comwrote: His last tweet was about cycling: It isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. Wise words. RIP, Seth. -- -- Anne Paulson My hovercraft is full of eels -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: 7/19 BLUG broken Sam
First and mainly, glad the rider will be OK. Second, I'm having a hard time re-creating the dread happening here. How was the fender attached to the crown that would let it rotate forward like that? What I've read from more experienced riders (e.g. Jan Heine) is that metal fenders don't require the dropout releases because they resist folding/rotating toward the crown--the common plastic fender trick that results in over the bars and/or bent fork. Not trying to defend the lack of safety features on metal fenders, or imply that the rider's setup was wrong. Just a curious case. Best, joe broach portland, or -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Gotham Cargo Crate
SMP, The crates are gorgeous, but the rear attachment with flat stock to the fork crown does not look up to the task. If you go this route, I'd suggest picking up some of the Wald basket hardware that will attach the rear of the crate to your bars for stability. It also looks (like the Wald) like it's designed to mount to the front axle. This is best done with nutted axles, but you should be OK with good steel, internal cam quick release skewers. Just watch that the strut doesn't hang up on the lawyer lips (the little bumps that keep your front wheel from falling out as easily, assuming your fork has them). The whole set up could be made pretty quick to take off--just two bolts (or wingnuts?) at the bars and the front axle. All that would stay on the bike would be the two Wald handlebar clamps. If you get it, feel free to ask the group for help dialing in the install. They're an ingenious bunch! Best, joe broach portland, or On Wed, Jul 31, 2013 at 2:45 PM, SMP sume...@gmail.com wrote: Hello Bunch, I am contemplating a few upgrades to my bike, and one of these is the autumn http://www.gothamcargo.com/about-autumn/ front basket/crate by Gotham Cargo http://gothamcargo.com. Here is a photo of my Riv http://www.flickr.com/photos/sumehra/6320659498/in/set-72157626345789636(not very recent). Now imagine silver Gilles Berthoud fenders and cream tires (this is already a part of the upgrade plan). My first question is, given my color scheme, what color crate would you recommend? Click here for color optionshttp://www.gothamcargo.com/customize-it/. I am leaning towards Natural, Graphite, or Silver. If I do Natural, though, I'd like to varnish it somehow to make it match the honey saddle and amber shellacked cork grips. (Silly question - Can I use shellac on wood or only varnish?) My next question is, is there a way to mount this in an easy-on/easy off method on either a big nitto front rack or the smaller mark's rack? Maybe using retractable zip ties or a klickfix solution? I want to have the versatility to have it on most of the time for my inner city use, but from time to time on long rides, have the option to go crate-free. My last question is, is this a terrible idea? Thanks and looking forward to your feedback. -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Gotham Cargo Crate
Sorry, I missed the part about mounting to a front rack and understand wanting to keep the clamps off the bars. That dropout is spectacular. Lip free or die. Good luck! Best, joe broach portland, or On Wed, Jul 31, 2013 at 3:28 PM, SMP sume...@gmail.com wrote: @Peter - thanks for the tips. I am not so handy, and I live in Zurich, the most expensive city in the world ... so multiply all of those figures by 2.5 and you'll be back at almost 90, shipped ;) @Joe - Thanks for the info. I think I have some Wald basket hardware lying around, but I have been averse to mounting anything on my handlebars as I like to keep it clean. This is also why I was wondering if I should instead put the basket on a rack. Also, not sure if my fork has lawyer lips... doesn't look like ithttp://www.flickr.com/photos/sumehra/5594285268/in/set-72157626345789636/ . On Thursday, August 1, 2013 12:07:28 AM UTC+2, joe b. wrote: SMP, The crates are gorgeous, but the rear attachment with flat stock to the fork crown does not look up to the task. If you go this route, I'd suggest picking up some of the Wald basket hardware that will attach the rear of the crate to your bars for stability. It also looks (like the Wald) like it's designed to mount to the front axle. This is best done with nutted axles, but you should be OK with good steel, internal cam quick release skewers. Just watch that the strut doesn't hang up on the lawyer lips (the little bumps that keep your front wheel from falling out as easily, assuming your fork has them). The whole set up could be made pretty quick to take off--just two bolts (or wingnuts?) at the bars and the front axle. All that would stay on the bike would be the two Wald handlebar clamps. If you get it, feel free to ask the group for help dialing in the install. They're an ingenious bunch! Best, joe broach portland, or On Wed, Jul 31, 2013 at 2:45 PM, SMP sum...@gmail.com wrote: Hello Bunch, I am contemplating a few upgrades to my bike, and one of these is the autumn http://www.gothamcargo.com/about-autumn/ front basket/crate by Gotham Cargo http://gothamcargo.com. Here is a photo of my Riv http://www.flickr.com/photos/sumehra/6320659498/in/set-72157626345789636(not very recent). Now imagine silver Gilles Berthoud fenders and cream tires (this is already a part of the upgrade plan). My first question is, given my color scheme, what color crate would you recommend? Click here for color optionshttp://www.gothamcargo.com/customize-it/. I am leaning towards Natural, Graphite, or Silver. If I do Natural, though, I'd like to varnish it somehow to make it match the honey saddle and amber shellacked cork grips. (Silly question - Can I use shellac on wood or only varnish?) My next question is, is there a way to mount this in an easy-on/easy off method on either a big nitto front rack or the smaller mark's rack? Maybe using retractable zip ties or a klickfix solution? I want to have the versatility to have it on most of the time for my inner city use, but from time to time on long rides, have the option to go crate-free. My last question is, is this a terrible idea? Thanks and looking forward to your feedback. -- 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-bun...@**googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.**com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/**group/rbw-owners-bunchhttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch . For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/**groups/opt_outhttps://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out . -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Vertical challenge Soma SM
Brian, Just click on geometry here: http://www.somafab.com/archives/product/san-marcos-frame-set 28.8 in = 73.1 cm Might suggest re-checking that PBH, too. Rachel is 5'2 long-torsoed but still has a 73cm PBH. If really 67, it may be mixte time (not a bad thing!). Best, joe broach portland, or On Mon, Sep 9, 2013 at 7:48 PM, Brian Hanson stone...@gmail.com wrote: I need some advice for those of you on the short side (sub 70cm PBH). I am building a bike for a friend who is 5'2 and has a 67cm PBH. She wants a bike for knee surgery recovery, exercise, and potentially a triathlon every few years. I am steering towards a San Marcos 47cm, but don't see stand over measurements. Anyone have one of these and a tape measure? Brian Hanson Seattle, WA -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] FS Grunden's poncho
Hi Adam, I'd take the poncho off your hands if still available. Best, joe broach portland, or On Sat, Sep 14, 2013 at 6:36 PM, Adam oceanm...@gmail.com wrote: Size large. Great condition only used a few times. $50 plus shipping from Berkeley. Thanks, Adam -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Connecting Toplight Line Plus to SON/Edeluxe
I once asked Tony Pereira about drilling a hole in a lug for wiring, and he said no. Jan Heine has written it up somewhere before, though, and thinks it's OK if the hole is kept small and deburred. I remember seeing former lister Ed Brayley's neatly drilled and grommeted Saluki. I've been very tempted, and even bought some jeweler's files at one point, but so far Tony's admonition has kept me unholy. Best. joe broach portland, or On Tue, Sep 24, 2013 at 5:55 PM, Bertin753 bertin...@gmail.com wrote: Success. Thanks. Now I need to find a better way to route the power wire ro the rear lamp -- now, down d tube under bb along left stay up left rack strut to rear lamp which bolts to end of rack. Can't use fender because fender is seasonal. Should I drill holes in the frame? And rAck tubing? I am at least partly serious. Patrick Moore iPhone On Sep 21, 2013, at 8:40 AM, Stephen S elphk...@gmail.com wrote: There is a hole on the bottom of the edelux, The power lead comes out of there. You need to completely heatshrink around a 2.8mm plug so that it doesn't ground to the Edelux's frame. For the ground the Edelux should have come with a ring terminal that can ground to the outside of the Edelux's budy when it is bolted to whatever attachment point you choose. According to the instructions the ground is not required. See the instructions located here : http://www.nabendynamo.de/produkte/pdf/english/Montage_Edelux_e.pdf Stephen On Saturday, September 21, 2013 7:06:00 AM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote: The Edeluxe has no second cable for the rear lamp, as does the Cyo: just one that runs to the prongs on the hub. The Toplight Line Plus has two prongs, one for power, one for ground. I suppose I attach the ground to a wire running to bare metal on the frame, but how do I attach the power wire to the hub? Do I have to run the wire directly to one of the SON (20R) prongs? Thanks. -- *RESUMES THAT GET YOU NOTICED!* Certified Resume Writer http://resumespecialties.com/**index.htmlhttp://resumespecialties.com/index.html patric...@**resumespecialties.com http://www.linkedin.com/in/**patrickmooreresumespec/http://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickmooreresumespec/ Albuquerque, NM -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Winter Projects, 2013/14 version
Ha, cool on the Windsor! I built my Dad up a 64cm version of one of those as a one of the weirdest town bikes ever. The head angle on his is crazy steep--must be 75 deg , and the fork is the old 0.833 American standard. He loves it, and I have to admit it's not a bad ride when I've borrowed it on visits. The steering takes a little attention at first, though! Best, joe broach portland, or On Mon, Oct 28, 2013 at 10:55 AM, Bill Lindsay tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: My winter project list involves: 1. Some wheelset swapping: Dynamo wheelset moves form Hilsen to Rawland rSogn. New light weight wheelset goes onto Hilsen. This can't happen yet, because the Hilsen is down in Southern California at my inlaws for some cycling over the holidays. 2. A vintage restoration. I'm taking possession of my dad's 1973 Windsor Carrera Sport road bike. I'll be doing a complete overhaul, along with some modification and reconfiguration. For hints at what I'll be working on, here's a Bicycling Magazine review of the bike: Bicycling Reviews the 1973 Windsor Carrera Sporthttp://www.velo-pages.com/main.php?g2_itemId=513 Expect tons of photos 3. I'll likely be making some more DIY bags/cargo-carrying units. For sure for the prototype Hub-Area Rack, and maybe a few others. 4. Riding enough to take a run at an SR Series in 2014. What all do you have planned for the winter? -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Saddlebags vs Revelate bags
Hi Anne, I wouldn't call the Viscacha small. I think it's about the same as a Nelson Longflap main compartment. The biggest advantage is probably that the Viscacha doesn't need a rack for support. Other potential advantages are: lighter (by half, not counting the eliminated rack), doesn't stick out, load is compressed, doesn't require saddlebag loops. All things that probably matter a lot more for off-road racing than touring. Let us know what you come up with! Best, joe broach portland, or On Thu, Oct 31, 2013 at 2:10 PM, Anne Paulson anne.paul...@gmail.comwrote: I'm still thinking about setting up a dedicated mountain bike for offroad touring. As I read journals and articles online, I see that the various frame bags made by Revelate and others are becoming popular. Like this one: https://www.revelatedesigns.com/index.cfm/store.catalog/Seat-Bags/Viscacha And I don't get it. Why would a bag like that, which is small and which has a small opening so it's harder to load, be better than a transverse saddlebag such as Carradice and Riv sell? I was looking at different bikes at my LBS today, and oh, look at that, suddenly mountain bike manufacturers like Salsa are selling rigid bikes as mountain bikes. Hmm. -- -- Anne Paulson It isn't a contest. Enjoy the ride. -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Saddlebags vs Revelate bags
Hi Anne, Interesting observations. I've been happy with my old Baggins Hoss but not too thrilled with my Carradice Camper (purchased in 2010). The leather straps on the latter are poor quality and started cracking almost immediately. The hardware is cheap with sharp edges. It's currently out of commission because one of the screws attaching the bag to the wooden dowel pulled through the fabric. Too much stress is placed on these tiny screws because the dowel constantly gets pulled out of their leather endcap reinforcements. Maybe some of their smaller bags work better. I wouldn't buy another, though I've heard that older production was better quality. I'll stick to Riv or others for saddlebag needs. Best, joe broach portland, or On Thu, Oct 31, 2013 at 3:11 PM, Anne Paulson anne.paul...@gmail.comwrote: The nylon used is heavy duty and top notch,and very very well thought out, unlike your common saddlebag. I don't doubt that the Revelate bags are thought out, but I take exception to the idea that other saddlebags are not well thought out. I have both a Nelson Longflap and the splendid Rivendell Large Saddlesack. Both are exceedingly well thought out. On Thu, Oct 31, 2013 at 3:03 PM, Deacon Patrick lamontg...@mac.com wrote: those not wanting to get tangled up with bushes and such along tight trails I thought that's what momentum is for. Grin. It got me through a number of snug encounters with a satisfying CRACK SNAP! That SaddleSack waxed canvas is durable stuff and such loving abuse just adds character to it. With abandon, Patrick On Thursday, October 31, 2013 3:43:07 PM UTC-6, hsmitham wrote: That's a good question. Beyond the small opening I can only surmise that this bag suits those not wanting to get tangled up with bushes and such along tight trails hence keeping it all close in with the bike. Just my .02 I for one love my low saddle long flap bag. ~Hugh On Thursday, October 31, 2013 2:10:44 PM UTC-7, Anne Paulson wrote: I'm still thinking about setting up a dedicated mountain bike for offroad touring. As I read journals and articles online, I see that the various frame bags made by Revelate and others are becoming popular. Like this one: https://www.revelatedesigns.com/index.cfm/store.catalog/Seat-Bags/Viscacha And I don't get it. Why would a bag like that, which is small and which has a small opening so it's harder to load, be better than a transverse saddlebag such as Carradice and Riv sell? I was looking at different bikes at my LBS today, and oh, look at that, suddenly mountain bike manufacturers like Salsa are selling rigid bikes as mountain bikes. Hmm. -- -- Anne Paulson It isn't a contest. Enjoy the ride. -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- -- Anne Paulson It isn't a contest. Enjoy the ride. -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Catalogue
Agreed. The new catalog(ue) is a masterpiece. I especially love the handwritten final edits--a stroke of genius. I wish it would become the norm! Best, joe broach portland, or On Sun, Nov 3, 2013 at 11:19 AM, Patrick Moore bertin...@gmail.com wrote: I had a pleasant surprise last week when I found the new Riv catalogue in the box. As good as a reader! If Grant keeps up his diary, the dearth of bike stuff to read won't be as great. -- *RESUMES THAT GET YOU NOTICED!* Certified Resume Writer http://resumespecialties.com/index.html patrickmo...@resumespecialties.com http://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickmooreresumespec/ Albuquerque, NM -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Crazy-priced Riv water bottles on ebay
Not sure I can justify drinking from my Riv bottles in this market... http://www.ebay.com/itm/RIVENDELL-WATER-BOTTLE-BIDON-MADE-BY-SPECIALIZED-LARGE-GREEN-/271314267002?pt t=LH_DefaultDomain_0hash=item3f2b972b7ahttp://www.ebay.com/itm/RIVENDELL-WATER-BOTTLE-BIDON-MADE-BY-SPECIALIZED-LARGE-GREEN-/271314267002?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0hash=item3f2b972b7a But it was $100! Best, joe ships free, too! broach portland, or -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: I like the MUSA Anorak
Michael, if Mermot dri top==Marmot Dri Clime, I'd say no. The Marmot has a very thin fuzzy insulation layer hanging inside the nylon shell. The Anorak, I think, is just the shell. The Marmot is light but somewhat bulky and definitely not waterproof. I've used the Marmot for years. Both seem nifty. Best, joe broach portland, or On Tue, Nov 19, 2013 at 3:17 PM, Michael john11.2...@gmail.com wrote: Is this just like like that Mermot dri top people seem to like? -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Car and Bikepacking Ideas for January-February
Patrick, Maybe you could work out a house swap through something like https://www.homeexchange.com/en/how-it-works/ to make things more comfortable? I haven't used it personally (no house!) but have heard good things. But, really, it sounds to me like your partner/family should make the call on whether 2 months in camp Deacon works for them. Maybe they have other ideas that would fit your requirements. Good luck, and report back on how it works out! Best, joe broach portland, or On Thu, Dec 12, 2013 at 8:20 AM, Deacon Patrick lamontg...@mac.com wrote: I'm trying to read the long-range-forcast tea leaves here and match that with my families needs for camping for two months. The Farmer's Almanic calls for generally colder and wetter than usual for the desert SW and SoCal. We need a normal or warmer year for this to work. Wet and cold for two months would be miserable with the kids unless we had a remote cabin. The dilemma is this: we have an offer to stay in a nearby friend's granny house, which would work for us, but has a number of limitations. Do we do that, or venture forth into the wild unknown? Just me? I'll generally take the wild unknown every time. But with family... that changes the equation. All thoughts appreciated. Being a brain bludgeoned refugee in winter is not all the brochure promised. Sardonic grin. With abandon, Patrick -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Car and Bikepacking Ideas for January-February
Patrick, Forgot about the fragrance free requirement! I'm sensitive myself, so can imagine your predicament there. And floor living, right, I'd agree swaps are probably out. Cold camping in the desert's a bit different for me than elsewhere. When I lived in Montana, I used to escape the Missoula inversions down in Moab. It was easy enough to keep warm at night (and I'm a southerner by birth), and I knew I could count on warming up as soon as the sun came up. For me, cold nights and warm days beat lukewarm soup night and day. The only annoyance was the wind. Seemed like I spent most of my evenings devising and fussing over my cooking windbreak. For a more permanent camp, a nice wall tent with a little woodstove can be a pretty cozy place, but I don't know if you can handle wood smoke. Would the ocean work for you? Maybe something in a quiet part of the California coast would work. Other listers could provide better advice on that option. Sorry I misread you at the end there. When I scanned I'll generally take the wild unknown every time. But with family... that changes the equation, it kind of sounded like you were deciding for the whole clan. As you know, adventures are usually better when all voting members are in the spirit as it sounds like they are! Best, joe broach portland, or On Thu, Dec 12, 2013 at 11:48 AM, Deacon Patrick lamontg...@mac.com wrote: Great idea, Joe, except for our circumstances. I'm so sensitive to scents that my wife would be cleaning the home for 2 weeks just so I could come back in (we learned this after my brother visited, was in the house for 15 minutes, and took a week to sufficiently clean all the curtains, floors, and everything else, just from his laundry detergent and hotel soap scents). Plus most people expect furniture in a home, and we have no chairs or beds since we floor live. As for last two sentences, I don't understand them. We are making this decision together, my wife and I. I'm just looking for help in understanding the weather in various areas. I already know the Phoenix area is colder/wetter than usual. They are perfectly happy to camp for 2 months, if not cold and wet. With abandon, Patrick On Thursday, December 12, 2013 12:34:08 PM UTC-7, joe b. wrote: Patrick, Maybe you could work out a house swap through something like https://www.homeexchange.com/en/how-it-works/ to make things more comfortable? I haven't used it personally (no house!) but have heard good things. But, really, it sounds to me like your partner/family should make the call on whether 2 months in camp Deacon works for them. Maybe they have other ideas that would fit your requirements. Good luck, and report back on how it works out! Best, joe broach portland, or On Thu, Dec 12, 2013 at 8:20 AM, Deacon Patrick lamon...@mac.com wrote: I'm trying to read the long-range-forcast tea leaves here and match that with my families needs for camping for two months. The Farmer's Almanic calls for generally colder and wetter than usual for the desert SW and SoCal. We need a normal or warmer year for this to work. Wet and cold for two months would be miserable with the kids unless we had a remote cabin. The dilemma is this: we have an offer to stay in a nearby friend's granny house, which would work for us, but has a number of limitations. Do we do that, or venture forth into the wild unknown? Just me? I'll generally take the wild unknown every time. But with family... that changes the equation. All thoughts appreciated. Being a brain bludgeoned refugee in winter is not all the brochure promised. Sardonic grin. With abandon, Patrick -- 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-bun...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Albas Thumbies setup
Tom, I like the road lever/porteur bar setup. I used to do something similar with MTB levers on the front curve of Albas. Do you find there's enough lever travel? It looks short in the photo. Best, joe broach portland, or On Fri, Dec 27, 2013 at 6:04 AM, Tom Matchak tmatc...@yahoo.com wrote: When I made the switch from drop bars to Albas, I wanted to leave as much bar space as possible available for hand positions. That meant using reverse brake levers and bar-end shifters mounted on Paul Thumbies located out on the curve. http://m.flickr.com/#/photos/34156114@N05/5954025945/ In use, however, I found that I wanted to have my hands on the front curves while climbing or descending. I have replaced the Albatross bars with porter-style handlebars, with road brake levers mounted out front. Once again, this leaves the most room for my hand positions. http://m.flickr.com/#/photos/34156114@N05/9146262436/ Cheers, Tom Matchak Glen, NH -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: What do Rivendell Riders use for tandems?
Rachel and I had too great a height difference (captain SH 83cm, stoker 63cm) for a production tandem, so we were in custom or Bike Friday waters. We went Bike Friday in the end. If we were to do it over, I think we would find the tallest frame the stoker could straddle and then hack the captain's quarters to work. Or perhaps try a used Friday. It would have been nice to get some tandem experience before committing to a frame. The Friday certainly has advantages when it comes to storage and transport, though! Best, joe broach portland, or On Thu, Jan 30, 2014 at 12:31 PM, cyclotour...@gmail.com cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: I didn't catch the re-listing. A few sizes too small for me as well, praise the briny depths! On Thursday, January 30, 2014 12:05:11 PM UTC-8, Bill Lindsay wrote: ...and it's relisted at $1275. Thank LOB it's small for me On Thursday, January 30, 2014 11:17:51 AM UTC-8, cyclot...@gmail.comwrote: I love tandems, and so does my Glorius-riding stoker! That said, I highly doubt she would want to sit on the back of one for a century. There's no such thing as not pedalling unless you have a Da Vinci type independent system http://www.davincitandems.com/dv2.html Used Santanas are the most common, at least here in Southern California. I've had two of them and they're great. Lower trail (there, I said it!) than Co-Motion. Not as pretty as C-M though. Don't know anything about Burley or other models. They all limit 700C tire size to about 30mm which is lame on a tandem. 26 models usually have a full 2 tire capacity. I recently purchased a mid 90's Trek T200 and *highly *recommend those along w/ their lower level T100. They both fit a full 700X40C tire, low-ish trail, and fairly inexpensive. Steel of course. Unless your stoker is significantly shorter than you are, it will be hard to get their handlebar much higher than saddle height. So you can put on Albas, but getting real upright is limited. This entirely too awesome for words tandem auction just ended on ebay with no bids: http://www.ebay.com/itm/231108852323 On Thursday, January 30, 2014 10:39:50 AM UTC-8, Michael wrote: And could I put Albas on the back for my stoker wife? I am going to do the Six Pillars Century ride in Maryland this year, Lord willing. They have a 37 miler my wife might be interested in. I told her if we had a tandem she could go on the full century with me and just stop pedalling whenever she gets tired. At least I think you can do that on a tandem. Anyone here have any ideas about tandems? Is steel still real, or are lighter materials in order for a frame of that size? Wonder if RBW will ever go tandem, not that I could afford it. -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Best Rainy footwear/boots
Hi Michael, I'm on my second pair of Oboz Firebrand shoe-ish boots here in Portland. I wear them under a poncho. They're also my year round hiking boots. For me, they strike the right balance. While skinny for boots, they're still too wide for toeclips in my size, so I switch to platform pedals in the rainy season. The proprietary membrane strikes a nice balance for me and has never left my feet we on my 5-6 mile commute. A less aggressive sole would be nice on the bike, but then they wouldn't work as well for hiking. I've snagged both pair at REI for around $80, where they seem to go on sale regularly. Best, joe broach portland, or On Fri, Feb 7, 2014 at 3:19 PM, Michael Williams mkernanwilli...@gmail.comwrote: Hey all, so we've finally started getting some rain here in the Bay Area. I like commuting in the rain and have a pretty good poncho setup, but Ive always used regular sneakers and some sort of 'waterproof' shoe cover, but thats just not cutting it. What are peoples favorite dry boots for riding and wearing around?? thanks in advance! -Mike -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Grant on tires
All, I don't see how a wire bead could affect performance beyond the slight weight difference. It just so happens most supple sidewall, thin tread tires are folding bead. At least I think so. Best, joe On Fri, Mar 21, 2014 at 5:52 PM, RJM crccpadu...@gmail.com wrote: I can't stand wire beads...much prefer a folding bead. Just installed the Stampede Pass onto my Roadeo, first ride on Sunday. The look much better than the 25mm Continental tires I had on it. -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] One last time: 559X 32 mm Kojaks versus 559X 32 mm Primo Racers versus others?
Patrick, Have plain Paselas proven too flat prone for you? Based on BQ's testing, I think you'd be hard pressed to beat the humble Pasela in performance even at 2-3x the price. They haven't tested the Kojak, but the very similar Marathon Racer was slightly slower. Where I ride (no goatheads!), the plain Pasela's been just as flat resistant as the Tourguard. I've gotten 1 flat about every 600 miles with 700x32s. There's also the new T-serv PT from Panaracer that saves some weight (kevlar bead) and has a new flat protection layer. Best, joe broach portland, or On Fri, May 16, 2014 at 8:29 PM, Patrick Moore bertin...@gmail.com wrote: If you wanted a fattish but also fastish tire, and you couldn't go wider than 32 mm (if you want to use fenders), which would you choose? There isn't a huge amount of comment on the Racers; most of it old and on recumbent forums, which give them good marks. Even less on the Tom Slick. I think the short list is Kojaks or Racers, so if anyone has any parting thoughts before I spring, please speak. Before I got my Parigi Roubaix I though the Kojaks were top o' the line, but they don't feel quite as spritely as the Challenges. OTOH, not many tires are and I must say that of all the 59X ~ 32s I've used, the Ks are so far the best. I've not used the Racers and it has been too long since I used Tom Slicks -- 13-15 years? Interested first in speed with sufficient width to bear up under rear loads (otherwise I'd use the 1 Turbos in my stash), then flat resistance, then longevity, then cost. Thanks, Patrick -- Resumes, LinkedIn profiles, and letters that get interviews. By-the-hour resume and LinkedIn coaching. Other professional writing services. http://www.resumespecialties.com/ Patrick Moore Albuquerque, Nouvelle Mexique, Etats Unis * In yourself right now is all the place you've got. Flannery O'Connor -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] One last time: 559X 32 mm Kojaks versus 559X 32 mm Primo Racers versus others?
Patrick, Have you had a local shop confirm they're discontinued? I just googled pasela 26x1.25 wire and saw lots of stock of the non-TGs, but maybe that's the end of them. If so, the new PT models look promising. Best, joe broach portland, or On Sun, May 18, 2014 at 1:37 PM, Patrick Moore bertin...@gmail.com wrote: From what I can google, Pasela no longer makes the 559X1.25 except in a Tourguard model. On Sat, May 17, 2014 at 11:17 AM, Joe Broach joebro...@gmail.com wrote: Patrick, Have plain Paselas proven too flat prone for you? Based on BQ's testing, I think you'd be hard pressed to beat the humble Pasela in performance even at 2-3x the price. They haven't tested the Kojak, but the very similar Marathon Racer was slightly slower. Where I ride (no goatheads!), the plain Pasela's been just as flat resistant as the Tourguard. I've gotten 1 flat about every 600 miles with 700x32s. There's also the new T-serv PT from Panaracer that saves some weight (kevlar bead) and has a new flat protection layer. Best, joe broach portland, or On Fri, May 16, 2014 at 8:29 PM, Patrick Moore bertin...@gmail.comwrote: If you wanted a fattish but also fastish tire, and you couldn't go wider than 32 mm (if you want to use fenders), which would you choose? There isn't a huge amount of comment on the Racers; most of it old and on recumbent forums, which give them good marks. Even less on the Tom Slick. I think the short list is Kojaks or Racers, so if anyone has any parting thoughts before I spring, please speak. Before I got my Parigi Roubaix I though the Kojaks were top o' the line, but they don't feel quite as spritely as the Challenges. OTOH, not many tires are and I must say that of all the 59X ~ 32s I've used, the Ks are so far the best. I've not used the Racers and it has been too long since I used Tom Slicks -- 13-15 years? Interested first in speed with sufficient width to bear up under rear loads (otherwise I'd use the 1 Turbos in my stash), then flat resistance, then longevity, then cost. Thanks, Patrick -- Resumes, LinkedIn profiles, and letters that get interviews. By-the-hour resume and LinkedIn coaching. Other professional writing services. http://www.resumespecialties.com/ Patrick Moore Albuquerque, Nouvelle Mexique, Etats Unis * In yourself right now is all the place you've got. Flannery O'Connor -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Resumes, LinkedIn profiles, and letters that get interviews. By-the-hour resume and LinkedIn coaching. Other professional writing services. http://www.resumespecialties.com/ Patrick Moore Albuquerque, Nouvelle Mexique, Etats Unis * In yourself right now is all the place you've got. Flannery O'Connor -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] One last time: 559X 32 mm Kojaks versus 559X 32 mm Primo Racers versus others?
My mistake, Patrick. The PT (seems to stand for protex) is in the T-Serv line, not the Pasela, but the tread looks identical. I had the 26x1.25 slotted in as a replacement for the XO-1 in the family, once the current set of Avocets finally wear out. I don't have any experience with them yet, but 240g sounds promising. http://www.panaracer.com/urban.php The Kojak sounds like a winner, though, and Schwalbes seem to be worth the price. Best, joe broach portland, or On Sun, May 18, 2014 at 3:18 PM, Patrick Moore bertin...@gmail.com wrote: Joe: I can't find anything online about the PT model; the only information that I am confident is up to date is about the TG version. Can you point me to a site? I put several thousand miles on the non TG 559X 32 Paselas and they were fine for the price, but I don't recall finding them as nice as the similar Kojak: 1. They seemed much more sensitive to pressure: a much finer line between harsh and saggy. 2. They were indeed flat prone, but that can be cured by Stan's. OTOH, the Kojak is quite flat resistant while rolling at least as nicely as the Pasela. 3. The sidewalls were fragile; so was the tread, come to think of it: I put 1,200 miles on a rear once in 30 feet when my Bagman QR suddenly quick-released at speed, flipping the Nelson back onto the rear tire and locking it. The skid took off all of the tread in a 1.5 long section. OTOH again, they rolled well when inflated right and the price is certainly good (though I just saw them online at $36 and change). On Sun, May 18, 2014 at 3:16 PM, Joe Broach joebro...@gmail.com wrote: Patrick, Have you had a local shop confirm they're discontinued? I just googled pasela 26x1.25 wire and saw lots of stock of the non-TGs, but maybe that's the end of them. If so, the new PT models look promising. Best, joe broach portland, or On Sun, May 18, 2014 at 1:37 PM, Patrick Moore bertin...@gmail.comwrote: From what I can google, Pasela no longer makes the 559X1.25 except in a Tourguard model. On Sat, May 17, 2014 at 11:17 AM, Joe Broach joebro...@gmail.comwrote: Patrick, Have plain Paselas proven too flat prone for you? Based on BQ's testing, I think you'd be hard pressed to beat the humble Pasela in performance even at 2-3x the price. They haven't tested the Kojak, but the very similar Marathon Racer was slightly slower. Where I ride (no goatheads!), the plain Pasela's been just as flat resistant as the Tourguard. I've gotten 1 flat about every 600 miles with 700x32s. There's also the new T-serv PT from Panaracer that saves some weight (kevlar bead) and has a new flat protection layer. Best, joe broach portland, or On Fri, May 16, 2014 at 8:29 PM, Patrick Moore bertin...@gmail.comwrote: If you wanted a fattish but also fastish tire, and you couldn't go wider than 32 mm (if you want to use fenders), which would you choose? There isn't a huge amount of comment on the Racers; most of it old and on recumbent forums, which give them good marks. Even less on the Tom Slick. I think the short list is Kojaks or Racers, so if anyone has any parting thoughts before I spring, please speak. Before I got my Parigi Roubaix I though the Kojaks were top o' the line, but they don't feel quite as spritely as the Challenges. OTOH, not many tires are and I must say that of all the 59X ~ 32s I've used, the Ks are so far the best. I've not used the Racers and it has been too long since I used Tom Slicks -- 13-15 years? Interested first in speed with sufficient width to bear up under rear loads (otherwise I'd use the 1 Turbos in my stash), then flat resistance, then longevity, then cost. Thanks, Patrick -- Resumes, LinkedIn profiles, and letters that get interviews. By-the-hour resume and LinkedIn coaching. Other professional writing services. http://www.resumespecialties.com/ Patrick Moore Albuquerque, Nouvelle Mexique, Etats Unis * In yourself right now is all the place you've got. Flannery O'Connor -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com . Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Resumes, LinkedIn profiles, and letters
Re: [RBW] Re: Least quill stem extension possible? Nitto Dirt Drop?
http://yojimg.net/bike/web_tools/stem.php is great for comparing reach and height of different stems. Made by one-time BoB listers, too! Best, joe broach portland, or On Tue, May 27, 2014 at 3:00 PM, Liesl li...@smm.org wrote: Also the higher the bar, the lower the effective reach is... -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Carradice Duxback Poncho - Opinions?
BB, Welcome to the poncho club! Can't speak to the duxback specifically, but in general... I haven't found the hood on my Log House/Campmor cape very useful on the bike. I find a wool cycling cap more effective. I overheat quickly with the hood up. That said, I haven't cut the hood off because it's occasionally handy standing around off the bike, and it makes a nice neck baffle in back. If it's just totally pouring or sub-40 and raining, I'll pull the hood on; otherwise, I just overheat. Anything beyond a light rain you'll need either shoe covers or waterproof shoes (or a change of shoes at the other end). I get away with jeans except in torrential downpours. In those I get soggy, but only below the knees. The duxback seems great if a bit less packable than the nylon capes. I carry my nylon cape from Sep-Jun. It definitely makes rainy rides more fun! Best, joe broach portland, or On Wed, May 28, 2014 at 7:58 PM, Montclair BobbyB montclairbob...@gmail.com wrote: I just received mine in the mail, so I realize it's kinda late for opinions... but wanted to hear from others who own one of these ponchos. I tested it on a short ride *(a very short ride, since it wasn't actually raining, and the neighbors were giving me horrified looks...)* It's very nice quality and it feels like riding a well-ventilated tent on wheels. One thing I definitely noticed; either my head is too big, or the hood is rather short, barely covering my ears, but offering good peripheral vision (unlike most hoods). I was able to get my helmet to fit over the hood, so I think that works for me. Question: Do you find this hood effective, or do you just abandon it altogether? Does your face still get soaked using the hood? Do you wear your helmet over the hood??? Also, with fenders and poncho do you find you still need additional rain protection (like shoes, spats, legs, etc.?) I've been really disappointed with my GoreTex jacket and pants (hot and sticky), and I never really considered a poncho until I saw the Carradice. I have to say I'm really impressed with the quality and feel. Can't wait to really test it out (and turn the neighbors faces from horrified to envious). Peace, BB *Rain just makes a good ride better* -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] fs: NITTO ~ Mark's Rack
Hi Eric, I'll take it if still available! Thanks, joe broach portland, or On Sat, May 31, 2014 at 4:14 PM, Eric Wolforth zeroboyseba...@gmail.com wrote: fs: Nitto - Mark's Rack. 4 struts included plus two large P-clamp to be used on the fork, if needed. $95 shipped (PayPal okay as long as fees are covered) http://s30.postimg.org/vl5oikkv5/image.jpg http://s30.postimg.org/40curb3c1/image.jpg http://s30.postimg.org/yta5vm74x/image.jpg http://s30.postimg.org/aa84eb2qp/image.jpg http://s30.postimg.org/tdwugwq75/image.jpg -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Quickbeam's Pedigree...
Maybe Riv will chime in, but it's fun to just make stuff up in the meantime! My memory says the 'beam was slotted more between Atlantis Ram/Rom with 9-6-9 main tubes (vs 8-5-8 on Ram/Rom) but lighter stays and fork. Clearances were also in between. The 'beam was also unique in being built by Panasonic instead of Toyo. A friend carried some impressive loads on his 'beam, though the frame eventually protested (Riv took care of him). It's just a strangely versatile frame. Best, joe broach portland, or On Sun, Jun 1, 2014 at 10:31 AM, Larry Powers lapower...@hotmail.com wrote: Owning one I don't believe it is the second lightest tube set. It is pretty heavy for what it is (still its my most ridden bike). Maybe it is the set up I have on it that makes me believe that, 32 mm tires, generator hub, fenders and a rack. Still, I think my Rambouillet is lighter and for sure the Roddeo is lighter and probably the Legolas as well. Larry Powers Get a bicycle. You will not regret it if you live. - Mark Twain Date: Sat, 31 May 2014 13:07:41 -0700 From: philip.william...@gmail.com To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] Quickbeam's Pedigree... I'd say Sheldon Brown was the godfather of the Quickbeam, and all the Country Bikes were its descendants. I think it has the second lightest tubeset of any Rivendell frame? Philip www.biketinker.com -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Quickbeam's Pedigree...
lighter stays and fork than the 'lantis, I meant, not lighter than RamRom. -joe in pdx On Sun, Jun 1, 2014 at 10:38 AM, Joe Broach joebro...@gmail.com wrote: Maybe Riv will chime in, but it's fun to just make stuff up in the meantime! My memory says the 'beam was slotted more between Atlantis Ram/Rom with 9-6-9 main tubes (vs 8-5-8 on Ram/Rom) but lighter stays and fork. Clearances were also in between. The 'beam was also unique in being built by Panasonic instead of Toyo. A friend carried some impressive loads on his 'beam, though the frame eventually protested (Riv took care of him). It's just a strangely versatile frame. Best, joe broach portland, or On Sun, Jun 1, 2014 at 10:31 AM, Larry Powers lapower...@hotmail.com wrote: Owning one I don't believe it is the second lightest tube set. It is pretty heavy for what it is (still its my most ridden bike). Maybe it is the set up I have on it that makes me believe that, 32 mm tires, generator hub, fenders and a rack. Still, I think my Rambouillet is lighter and for sure the Roddeo is lighter and probably the Legolas as well. Larry Powers Get a bicycle. You will not regret it if you live. - Mark Twain Date: Sat, 31 May 2014 13:07:41 -0700 From: philip.william...@gmail.com To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] Quickbeam's Pedigree... I'd say Sheldon Brown was the godfather of the Quickbeam, and all the Country Bikes were its descendants. I think it has the second lightest tubeset of any Rivendell frame? Philip www.biketinker.com -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Quickbeam's Pedigree...
Patrick, I wouldn't worry. I've never heard of another broken QB. Probably just bad luck on that one (broke at base of seat tube, I'm 90% sure I remember right on location) after years of hard use. Friend was light ( 150). I broke a Fuji Finest at the seat tube, and I'm 145. Sometimes it's just dumb luck. Best, joe broach portland, or On Sun, Jun 1, 2014 at 10:51 AM, Patrick Moore bertin...@gmail.com wrote: Roadeo .65-.45, right? Also, if your friend had load problems with 9-6-9, how much did *he* weigh? I carry largish loads on the Ram and God forbid On Sun, Jun 1, 2014 at 11:38 AM, Joe Broach joebro...@gmail.com wrote: Maybe Riv will chime in, but it's fun to just make stuff up in the meantime! My memory says the 'beam was slotted more between Atlantis Ram/Rom with 9-6-9 main tubes (vs 8-5-8 on Ram/Rom) but lighter stays and fork. Clearances were also in between. The 'beam was also unique in being built by Panasonic instead of Toyo. A friend carried some impressive loads on his 'beam, though the frame eventually protested (Riv took care of him). It's just a strangely versatile frame. -- Resumes, LinkedIn profiles, and letters that get interviews. By-the-hour resume and LinkedIn coaching. Other professional writing services. http://www.resumespecialties.com/ Patrick Moore Albuquerque, Nouvelle Mexique, Etats Unis * * Where you come from is gone, where you thought you were going to never was there, and where you are is no good unless you can get away from it. Where is there a place for you to be? No place.* * Nothing outside you can give you any place, he said. You needn't to look at the sky because it's not going to open up and show no place behind it. You needn't to search for any hole in the ground to look through into somewhere else. You can't go neither forwards nor backwards into your daddy's time nor your children's if you have them. In yourself right now is all the place you've got. If there was any Fall, look there, if there was any Redemption, look there, and if you expect any Judgment, look there, because they all three will have to be in your time and your body and where in your time and your body can they be?* * Where in your time and your body has Jesus redeemed you? he cried. Show me where because I don't see the place. If there was a place where Jesus had redeemed you that would be the place for you to be, but which of you can find it?” -- Flannery O'Connor, Wise Blood * -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: Grand Bois tires, size discrepancy
Hi Anne, Also keep in mind that tires (it SEEMS like especially light, supple ones) grow in width over the first couple hundred miles. Don't be surprised if the GBs relax out to 32 or close after some riding. Best, joe broach portland, or On Tue, Jun 10, 2014 at 5:31 PM, Anne Paulson anne.paul...@gmail.com wrote: It's 6% in diameter, but that makes 12% difference in volume, which is what we care about. On Tue, Jun 10, 2014 at 4:56 PM, Deacon Patrick lamontg...@mac.com wrote: That's about a 6% discrepancy, which certainly seems reasonable given different rim widths and tire stretch. With abandon, Patrick On Tuesday, June 10, 2014 4:52:31 PM UTC-6, Anne Paulson wrote: If you order some of Jan Heine's tires, be aware of a size discrepancy. I just got a couple of his Grand Bois tires, which are sold as 700 x 32mm. I knew they were made by Panaracer, and I have used the Panaracer Pasela 32mm and the Jack Brown 33mm tires, so I figured I knew what to expect. When the tires arrived, they looked narrower than I expected. Then, when I opened them up, they were labelled 700 x 30. Then, when I mounted them on my Mavic Open Pro rims, they measured 30mm wide. When I asked Jan, he explained that he has a different system of measurement, and according to his measurement system (mounting them on some rim or other) they measure 32mm. So, expect the Grand Bois tires to be narrower than other tires sold with the same width. -- -- Anne Standards are good, everyone should have one Paulson It isn't a contest. Enjoy the ride. -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- -- Anne Paulson It isn't a contest. Enjoy the ride. -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [BOB] Re: [RBW] Re: FYI - V-Brake Arm Lengths
Useful, Mark! Didn't know there was so much variation in arm length. I haven't found a v-brake setup I like so far. Most experience has been with Avid SD-7s on our tandem where the mech advantage seems too high. Too much power and little modulation. When things get bouncy, I've been known to use the drag brake instead because there's so little room for error between light braking and full power at the levers. Maybe I should try swapping in some shorter arms or lower advantage controls. I'd been mulling a canti swap, but the v-brakes are handier for cable routing on the tandem frame. Best, joe broach portland, or On Sat, Jun 21, 2014 at 5:12 PM, Mark Chandler i.ride.gra...@gmail.com wrote: I've used them, and like them quite a bit. My only complaint is that the cable is secured via a grub/set-screw (rather than a conventional bolt/washer). On Sat, Jun 21, 2014 at 5:16 PM, Zack B zoombom...@gmail.com wrote: Anyone using the box eclipse v-brakes want to comment on them? On Sat, Jun 21, 2014 at 1:15 PM, Mark Chandler i.ride.gra...@gmail.com wrote: That would be indeed be useful info, but many manu's don't list that measurement. I do know that the Paul MotoLite has an extended range of adjustment, as do BOX/Promax. On Sat, Jun 21, 2014 at 11:09 AM, Justin August justinaug...@gmail.com wrote: I think a good addition would be distance of bottom of brake slot from pivot point and top of slot from pivot point. Could be helpful to some folks trying conversion things. -J On Saturday, June 21, 2014 11:16:23 AM UTC-4, John Boland wrote: Well, Riv sells v-brakes, so that seems as good a litmus test for BOBishness as any. I am convinced that v-brakes are the most underrated of braking systems. Not as pretty as cantilevers (IMHO) and not as purely efficient in all conditions as discs (debatable), but they are light weight, inexpensive, and just *work* with minimal fuss. I think entry-level mountain bikes would be better off with a quality set of V's than the no-name, low budget cable discs that are endemic to the species. And entry-level CXers would certainly be better off with V's than the cheap and maladjusted canti's that are endemic* that* species. Anyway, thanks for the chart. I think it will be very useful to the v-brake cognoscenti. On Friday, June 20, 2014 12:12:47 PM UTC-4, Mark Chandler / GRAVELBIKE.com wrote: If you want to know if a particular v-brake will clear your bike's tire or fender, I've compiled a list of arm lengths for popular v-brakes. This is a living document, and I'll update it as more info becomes available (not all manu's list their brakes' lengths). The list is available here: http://www.gravelbike.com/?p=3298 -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups internet-bob group. To post to this group, send email to internet-...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to internet-bob+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, group rules and how to contact the moderation team, visit this group at https://groups.google.com/d/forum/internet-bob?hl=en --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups internet-bob group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to internet-bob+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to internet-...@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/internet-bob. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/internet-bob/CABRky0Fda605PZ-TCeohvSWYMWzemtkNbN6-rpnSQDMQZ7TbCA%40mail.gmail.com https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/internet-bob/CABRky0Fda605PZ-TCeohvSWYMWzemtkNbN6-rpnSQDMQZ7TbCA%40mail.gmail.com?utm_medium=emailutm_source=footer . For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- -Zack -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups internet-bob group. To post to this group, send email to internet-...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to internet-bob+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, group rules and how to contact the moderation team, visit this group at https://groups.google.com/d/forum/internet-bob?hl=en --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups internet-bob group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to internet-bob+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post
[RBW] Canti-rom max tire
I happened to have the fenders off and played around with a few tires. I've always wondered what I could fit in back (front clearance is greater). I think I found the limit with a 700x40 (38mm casing, 41.5mm knobs): https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclerslife/14651847681/in/photostream/ https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclerslife/14632119366/in/photostream/ I wish the bridges were a skosh higher so I could run fenders with big tires, but given these bikes were a small run deal, I'd say Riv did pretty well. Best, joe broach portland, or -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Canti-rom max tire
You should be fine. I used grub screws in the fender mounts to keep the gunk out without cutting into my clearance. How do like the MSOs? They've been on my radar for when my stash of Mythos slicks runs dry. Having lived in Missoula, I'm partial to the name, too! Best, joe broach portland, or On Jul 14, 2014 8:13 PM, Leslie leslie.bri...@gmail.com wrote: Interesting! I've been running a Clement X'Plor MSO 700x40 on the front of my canti-Rom; thus far I've been running a 700x35 Ritchey Speedmax on the rear, to ensure clearance, but have been wanting to see if the MSO would fit back there, too H -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- 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 rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
