[RBW] Re: Confused by Nitto

2015-09-20 Thread Lungimsam
Also see NITTOs own rack page for details: http://nitto-tokyo.sakura.ne.jp/carrier-E.html -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Re: Confused by Nitto

2015-09-20 Thread Lungimsam
Also there is a Berthoud sidepulls rack but I would not use one per Tony DeFillipos post about the design flaw that appears to be a safety hazard? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] Re: Confused by Nitto

2015-09-20 Thread Lungimsam
See here: http://nitto-tokyo.sakura.ne.jp/carrier-E.html -- 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

[RBW] Re: Confused by Nitto

2015-09-20 Thread Lungimsam
Side pull bike front racks: Marks Rack- double adjustable strut tabs, light mount tab in front. 4.4lb. Weight limit with one strut setup. ~6lbs. with two strut setup as told by RBW employee. No fender mount point. Strut tab mount to brake bolt direct requires no bending. M18- one adjustable

[RBW] Re: What do Rivendell Riders use for helmet/head rain covers?

2015-09-15 Thread Lungimsam
Even below 50F? -- 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] Re: The Silver Hubs

2015-09-14 Thread Lungimsam
Wonder how they compare in weight and functionality to the Deore hubs -- 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] Indian Head Century in Indian Head, MD

2015-09-13 Thread Lungimsam
I signed up for the 100. But we got there late and were concerned about not making the rest stops, so we just did the 70 mile route. *The weather and clothes:* The weather was about 70's-90's. Hot and humid. Bright blue skies with some clouds made for a beautiful day. I wore a

[RBW] Re: '03, Chauncey-modified, Honjo-fendered

2015-09-12 Thread Lungimsam
Wow! That sounds like an impossibly low price, unless they were clearance and came without hardware. Did they come with hardware? I see they have some 700c fenders there for 44$?!?!?!?!?! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.

[RBW] What do Rivendell Riders use for helmet/head rain covers?

2015-09-12 Thread Lungimsam
Next in the series. What works for you in downpours on long rides? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Re: Tested 6 pairs of 700c (29in) tires - results and impressions

2015-09-08 Thread Lungimsam
Matt, BQ studies tire construction to determine which designs give the rider the fastest and most comfortable ride quality. It is alleged that the speed percentages measured in the BQ studies (like the slowest tire tested was ~20% slower than the fastest tire tested., iirc) adds up over long

[RBW] Re: How to get out Brooks sit bone divets sop the rear frame down;t dig into my rear end.

2015-09-08 Thread Lungimsam
I'm thinking of a step by step: 1. Tension saddle 2. Proof hide top. Wait a day or so and see how it feels. If that doesn't work: 3. Tension more. If that doesn't work: 4. Imperialise it with a cutout, and see if that flattens out the top. If that doesn't work: 5. Install new Imperial saddle. 6.

[RBW] Re: So why no Titanium Wald basket?

2015-09-08 Thread Lungimsam
Get a basket that doesn't break... A Berthoud front bag in the largest size they make! Plus a Compass Nitto stem devalued and you are ready to roll. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] Re: So why no Titanium Wald basket?

2015-09-08 Thread Lungimsam
Decaleur i mean -- 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] Re: So why no Titanium Wald basket?

2015-09-08 Thread Lungimsam
Get a basket that doesn't break... A Berthoud front bag in the largest size they make! Plus a Compass Nitto stem decaleur and you are ready to roll. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

Re: [RBW] Re: Speak to me about front loading and rear loading

2015-09-04 Thread Lungimsam
Clayton. If they stop making suspension posts you could try a sprung saddle. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Re: MKS sneaker pedal

2015-09-04 Thread Lungimsam
Riv sells MKS dust caps. At least they used to. Check there to get some. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

Re: [RBW] Rat Trap Pass tires with metal fenders

2015-09-03 Thread Lungimsam
Compass sells 5 and 6 speed cassettes. -- 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

[RBW] Re: Anyone doing the Indianhead 100 in southern MD on Labor Day?

2015-09-02 Thread Lungimsam
What'ya gonna be riding on? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send

Re: [RBW] Re: PSA: Sample Appaloosa is pretty sweet

2015-09-02 Thread Lungimsam
It's good to have a new name. Then less confusion on which "Sam" you are looking at in a given "FS:" listing. The long stay wider tire version or the 42mm tire max version. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

Re: [RBW] Re: PSA: Sample Appaloosa is pretty sweet

2015-09-02 Thread Lungimsam
It's good to have a new name. Then less confusion on which "Sam" you are looking at in a given "FS:" listing. The long stay wider tire version or the 42mm tire max version. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

[RBW] Both Riv's in Action Today

2015-09-02 Thread Lungimsam
Sounds like a capital day of riding!!! Silence that noise, good man! Try here for suggestions: http://www.jimlangley.net/wrench/keepitquiet.html -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

Re: [RBW] Next Bomba Tire

2015-08-31 Thread Lungimsam
Once a tire goes into the 60$+ range, it starts to hurt. I will say that Compass has been very fair, even dropping their prices as the euro and yen have changed, I think for their Schmidt stuff this year and also their tires last year. -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[RBW] Re: How to get out Brooks sit bone divets sop the rear frame down;t dig into my rear end.

2015-08-31 Thread Lungimsam
Thanks for the advice, y'all. I guess I'll have to tension, proofhide and see what happens. maybe lace if need to. @Michael: That is an interesting idea. Thudbuster. Then I could just get a slotted cambium and not have to worry about having to only get a sprung saddle. Plus the Cambium removes

Re: [RBW] Homer goes to France to ride Paris Brest Paris - a ride report

2015-08-31 Thread Lungimsam
Coasting uphill outside of Mamers?!?! I asked my local Rando club if anyone noticed it. Will report back if any did. -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: PSA: Sample Appaloosa is pretty sweet

2015-08-30 Thread Lungimsam
I'm holding out for a super light tubing, standard tube width, low trail, canti brake, 650b, carbon brush in the headrube, seat tube taillight braze-on, wireless front dropouts, Rivrandobike. They have done everything but, I think, so far. MTN, all road, road, touring, country, single speed,

[RBW] Re: How to get out Brooks sit bone divets sop the rear frame down;t dig into my rear end.

2015-08-30 Thread Lungimsam
Rivet doesn't make sprung saddles, or I would try one. I emailed them about it. They don't like the weight of a sprung saddle, and they didn't get the appeal of sprung. I like sprung saddles. Just wish the leather shape wouldn't change so easily. Brooks is coming out with a Cambium type

[RBW] Re: Next Bomba Tire

2015-08-30 Thread Lungimsam
I like Compass and GB tires. I have never gone EL on them though. -- 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] How to get out Brooks sit bone divets sop the rear frame down;t dig into my rear end.

2015-08-30 Thread Lungimsam
So I have only had this saddle for 10 months and I have divots where the sit bones sit to the point of feeling the rear of the frame dig into my rear end when I ride now. People say these saddles last for 20 years or so. But mine is becoming unrideable at this point. Any advice? It is a

[RBW] Chauncey-modified 2003 Curt

2015-08-30 Thread Lungimsam
How many is bulk and are you getting a discounted price? -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: PSA: Sample Appaloosa is pretty sweet

2015-08-30 Thread Lungimsam
Well, they gotta know there's a big market for it. Lotsa lugged Rando builders around these days in the USA. Randonneuring seems to be exploding in the USA. I think in this years PBP, the USA had more riders than any other country except France. Riv could go Taiwan or Toyo and undercut the

Re: [RBW] Chauncey-modified 2003 Curt

2015-08-30 Thread Lungimsam
I'm still deciding on if I like Loup 38 or Cypres 32 650bGB/Compass tires before I buy a bunch for the long term. Hetres ride great, but don't allow fender clearances I am comfortable with on my Sam or Bleriot. I think the 38 and 32s ride just as nice. Less weight. Easier to get between the

Re: [RBW] Chauncey-modified 2003 Curt

2015-08-30 Thread Lungimsam
Patrick, does your Schmidt headlight wire run inside the front rack tube? Got a pic of where it pops out? Nice racks!! -- 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

Re: [RBW] Next Bomba Tire

2015-08-30 Thread Lungimsam
Wow. The GB/Compass prices are getting scary. Don't know what I'll do for fast 650b tires if they go up much more. -- 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

[RBW] How was your PBP?

2015-08-25 Thread Lungimsam
I know some of you were talking about it. Just wondering how you made 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] Re: Small Items to add to a RBW Order.

2015-08-24 Thread Lungimsam
Clear chain stay protector Roll of twine Silver shifter extra metal and plastic washers Schwalbe SV 12 650b tubes Pleatscher one leg kickstand and rubber foot Brass ferrules Gray brake housings cables kit Gray shifter housing and cables kit Spanninga fender taillight -- You received this message

[RBW] Fender front flap: how close to the ground I is still safe?

2015-08-22 Thread Lungimsam
Just mounted by P45 to rear of fork crown. This brought the flap obviously too close to ground. Cut about 1/2 off. Now three fingers from the ground. Is this too close? Will it result in it being a stick scooper? Next step is probably just remove the flap. How close to the ground is yours? --

[RBW] Carless? How many miles per day do you ride?

2015-08-22 Thread Lungimsam
On average would you say? Urban, suburban, or rural? -- 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

[RBW] Re: Wheelie on 18% grade...

2015-08-21 Thread Lungimsam
Once a cop told me it was an 18% grade. So I wanted to see what it was like. People sometimes come out there and time themselves on it. Sometimes I see them with some kind of timing contraption on a tripod at the base and the cops close the road for them. First one was the 18% grade. I got up

[RBW] Re: WTT New Barlow Pass for New Jack Brown Green

2015-08-21 Thread Lungimsam
1. Compass/Bicycle Quarterly articles/blog state that tires will get an mm or two wider with use/time, iirc. 2. They state that rim width plays a role in how wide the tire will empuffen, 3. They also state that handling on 700c bikes degrades with any tire wider than 35mm. They believe

[RBW] Re: Double leg Kickstands... lets talk

2015-08-21 Thread Lungimsam
My Father-in-law had that kinda kickstand back in China. I don't think I'd like the weight of that kstand either. China's got great ideas for baby seats and umbrella holders, too. But in Canton China, seems like people are just cruising to work/school. Nobody cares about average speeds and I

[RBW] Re: WTT New Barlow Pass for New Jack Brown Green

2015-08-21 Thread Lungimsam
I don't remember what he attributes it too. I just remember him writing on the blog that, for 700c bikes, he felt that handling gets worse when the tire with exceeds 35mm, while 650b bikes keep their nimble handling with tires wider than that. I am pretty sure he used the term degrades, but

[RBW] Re: Wheelie on 18% grade...

2015-08-21 Thread Lungimsam
PS- it was my front loaded Bleriot. -- 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,

[RBW] Anyone doing the Indianhead 100 in southern MD on Labor Day?

2015-08-21 Thread Lungimsam
Thinking of doing the 70 ride. Is it a lot of 6+% grades, or more tame than that? I think Joan and Steve are involved in this ride somehow, or were in times past. Maybe they would know. Anyway, I'll be keeping an eye out for Riv's, like I always do on organized rides! -- You received this

[RBW] Wheelie on 18% grade...

2015-08-21 Thread Lungimsam
So I rode my first 18% grade today and found myself poppin' a wheelie by accident. It was hard to get into a comfy position and just get into a rhythm. Do you lean forward a lot, into hoods, or sit up more on the tops with drops to get into the zone on those kinda grades? The only rhythm I

[RBW] Re: Fenders: Cream or Silver?

2015-08-21 Thread Lungimsam
I'd say silver if you plan to use silver racks. The SKS P45's in silver looks awesome together with the silver color of my NITTO rack. Also, try to look at pics of a cream fendered bike from the rear. You may think it is too much cream color from that angle. -- You received this message

[RBW] Re: no more Synergies?

2015-08-19 Thread Lungimsam
If anyone is interested, I might be willing to sell my 650b Synergy/Velocity hub front and rear wheelset that came stock on my Blue Sam from RBW. Comes with Shimano 8 speed cassette on it. Got the bike in 2013. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW

[RBW] Stuck Tektro R559 QR...any suggestions?

2015-08-18 Thread Lungimsam
My front Tektro R559 on my Sam won't snap open to quick release. Works fine for normal braking and in normal mode. But calipers won't pop open when I open the QR lever, like it's supposed to. The rear brake works fine. I lubed all pivot points and cleaned off some gunk from the spring, but still

[RBW] Re: Double leg Kickstands... lets talk

2015-08-18 Thread Lungimsam
Wonder if single leggers do this to frames, too. -- 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

[RBW] Re: Stuck Tektro R559 QR...any suggestions?

2015-08-18 Thread Lungimsam
Thanks for the suggestions. I hope I don't have to replace the housing...undoing all that shellaced bartape and twine would be a bummer. Now that you mention it, last week I was lifting my bars all the way out to re-grease the shaft after 2 years of unmoved placement in the steerer tube, and I

[RBW] Re: Good Error Resolution from Alex's Cycle in Japan

2015-08-18 Thread Lungimsam
What?!?!? Some of their prices are like wayy cheaper than what stuff costs in the US. I wonder how they can sell Pearl stems for only 60-something bucks. Maybe no import fees, like a USA vender has? Sometimes I wonder if places that sell stuff for so cheap are selling off

[RBW] Re: A more civilized and relaxing s24o report!

2015-08-18 Thread Lungimsam
Happy Anniversary!!! That's great you have a spouse who likes bikes, too! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Re: Double leg Kickstands... lets talk

2015-08-16 Thread Lungimsam
1. Perhaps integration is the key. A bike that has a kickstand built into the frame in such a way that it doesn't damage anything to have the kickstand used with or without the bike loaded up to 100 lbs. Since this means tourers, I don't think the consumers would mind a built in k-stand since

Re: [RBW] Re: Double leg Kickstands... lets talk

2015-08-16 Thread Lungimsam
Well if you guys would stop riding off with the two letters open for usual effect... -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Re: How to try DT shifters on a blue Sam?

2015-08-15 Thread Lungimsam
Thanks, Arthur! -- 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] Grand Bois Cyprus minimum pressure?

2015-08-15 Thread Lungimsam
PS- these are the standard casing version. -- 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

[RBW] Grand Bois Cyprus minimum pressure?

2015-08-15 Thread Lungimsam
170lb rider in an unloaded Sam. 45psi? I want as much Cush as possible but without squirm in cornering. What do you run yours at? -- 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

[RBW] Grand Bois Cyprus minimum pressure?

2015-08-15 Thread Lungimsam
Also they are 650b -- 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] Can a Blue Sam stand up to these kinds of dirt trails?

2015-08-15 Thread Lungimsam
The kind with lots of sudden, deep, and uneven ruts, loose, big gravel chunks, roots, and rocks that stick up 6 inches from the dirt that your front tire will slam into when you can't see them coming because the shade is so dark? Don't wanna trash my Synergies or bend my fork blades doing

[RBW] Re: How to try DT shifters on a blue Sam?

2015-08-14 Thread Lungimsam
Arthur: Which size did you get? Looks like they have a lot of sizes online. I'm thinking of using a piece of scrap inner tube to line it with. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

[RBW] Re: Very initial impressions of new Elk Pass 559 X 32 mm tire.

2015-08-13 Thread Lungimsam
Compass just announced tubeless compatible tires in 26, 650b, and 700c Check it out on the BQ blog. https://janheine.wordpress.com/2015/08/12/compass-tires-and-tubeless/ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] Re: Local Rivendell Dealer suggestions for DELMARVA area?

2015-08-12 Thread Lungimsam
Wow! A place to test ride Rivs that's not too far from home! And avoid shipping costs for the smaller stuff! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Re: WTB Cheviot/Betty Foy

2015-08-12 Thread Lungimsam
bike123.com has a complete Betty for sale. Call them to verify size. http://bike123.com/used_bikes/used_sbikesview.php?ID=4269 They are well known in the Baltimore/DC area as College Park Bikes and Mount Airy Bikes. Used to be Riv dealers. -- You received this message because you are

Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam or Simpleone alternative

2015-08-12 Thread Lungimsam
To find a SO/Quickbeam: I'd call RBW and ask. Sometimes they put some discontinued models for sale on the site that they dug out of storage, if I remember right. They just might have one around. If that fails, I'd start calling around Harris Cyclery, Peter White Cycles, and

[RBW] How to try DT shifters on a blue Sam?

2015-08-11 Thread Lungimsam
If I want to try DT shifters on my blue Sam, how do I do that without tearing up the paint on the DT with a boss clamp? Also, is there some formula to calculate where to place the bosses on the DT? Too bad the frame didn't come with bosses. -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Would you go back to a 5-speed cassette if you could?

2015-08-09 Thread Lungimsam
For those of you who rode back on the days of 39/50 and sub30T rear 5 and 6 speed cassettes: 1. Would you go back to a sub-30T 5-speed cassette if you could, now that you have ridden with 30+ T cogs in modern cassettes? 2. Was anyone riding 30+t cogs back in the day? Seems like sub30 was the

Re: [RBW] Re: 1x11 Rivendell!

2015-08-08 Thread Lungimsam
That's a cool idea to eliminate a FD and two chainrings from the front end!! Weight savings and no left hand shifting either! I bet that cassette big ring looks like a discus from the non-drive side of the bike. Telephone at Shimano HQ: Brrriiinggg Shimano rep: hello, stockist from

Re: [RBW] Re: 1x11 Rivendell!

2015-08-08 Thread Lungimsam
The only downside I can think of is that you may not be able to friction shift over an 11-speed cassette well if the spacing is narrow. Wonder what the weight savings balance is, though? -1 silver shifter and pod -1 cable -1 ferrule -1 housing -1 front derailer/adapter -1 to 2 chainrings -1 lube

[RBW] Bike rental Rockville, MD area

2015-08-03 Thread Lungimsam
College Park Bikes? It's in College Park, MD. Not too far from Rockville. Not the closest either. But they are a Rivish shop. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it,

[RBW] Re: How do I tell if I need a spacer for a 7speed cassette?

2015-08-03 Thread Lungimsam
Thanks for the kind offer, Rich. Does the spacer have cutouts for the cassette rivets? The cassette has 3 rivets and wondering if I can find a spacer with cutouts so I don't have to grind off the rivets. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners

Re: [RBW] my new Roadeo

2015-08-03 Thread Lungimsam
Congrats! Pics, please! -- 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] Re: WTB: 51 cm Sam Hillborne

2015-08-01 Thread Lungimsam
Blue 52s were made, too, if that's a possibility. -- 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

[RBW] Re: Riv-ish Bicycle shops in Hokkaido

2015-07-31 Thread Lungimsam
I'd ask Jan Heine of Compass Cycles/ Bicycle Quarterly. He's been riding a lot in japan and I think he's been thru Hokkaido. He writes about bike shops in Japan too. Maybe he can recommend someone: hein...@earthlink.net -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: Riv-ish Bicycle shops in Hokkaido

2015-07-31 Thread Lungimsam
Or call him at Compass Cycles in Seattle Washington USA at: 206-789-0424 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

Re: [RBW] Does Science Now Support ... Just Ride ?

2015-07-31 Thread Lungimsam
I don't put alot of truck in science anymore. Too much conflicting science. Food and nutrition being one example. We like to think we've got it all figured out but remember, it wasn't too long ago we thought the world was flat and bleeding people cured ailments. -- You received this message

Re: [RBW] Re: ...whereby a stone became caught up in his wheel

2015-07-29 Thread Lungimsam
Maybe I am ignorant about racing rules, but I am not understanding why it was unsportsmanlike to attack when Froome stopped. Noone else stops and waits when other people crash or have to stop in the TdeF, so what made it wrong? Losing due to a mechanical, crash, or otherwise happens in races.

[RBW] Re: Cambium VS. B-17 question

2015-07-29 Thread Lungimsam
Brooks told me a sprung Cambium type saddle is planned for 2016. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Re: Rain Gear

2015-07-29 Thread Lungimsam
For warm weather rain riding, I'm almost at the point where I want to wear Keen waterproof sandals and just get wet everywhere else. Throw a shower cap on the Brooks and just change clothes when I get home. Though I will say that so far my Gore Tech shoe covers worked well on the last rain ride

[RBW] Re: Fenders in Summer

2015-07-29 Thread Lungimsam
Maybe there is a perception that the car engine's capabilities can be easily boosted to compensate for the car fender and lights weight more easily than a bike engine can be improved, making weight more of a critical penalty to the bike engine than to a car engine? -- You received this

[RBW] Re: Fenders in Summer

2015-07-28 Thread Lungimsam
Fenders are not 100% effective but very close! I like my fenders a lot. Stuff still blows out the sides of fenders (both on my Longboards and Honjos) and can still get on your feet and stays and fork blades. Not much, but you can see traces after riding through dirt/mud areas. But my frames

[RBW] Re: Racer loves Rivendell

2015-07-28 Thread Lungimsam
The pro cycling people must have very good reasons to ride what they ride. I don't think these people are dummies. While I am not enamoured with them, I have respect for people who can go 20+mph average speeds and pump out sustained 400+ watts on mountain climbs for 40+ minutes at a time. They

[RBW] Re: More Sam Love--and do you ride your Riv through winter?

2015-07-26 Thread Lungimsam
What can be put on bolt heads. I find that they get rusty. I ride my Sam in the winter. Full Fenders. Components seem to be fine but seems like the chain and bolt heads get rusty. Frame still looks great. But I usually don't ride in the snow/ wet in the winter. Just on dry days when the salt

[RBW] Re: Need advice for avoiding embarrassing Brooks saddle stain...

2015-07-26 Thread Lungimsam
Wear Navy blue or black pants only while riding. Not joking. -- 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

[RBW] What are the diffs between SRAM 8 speed chain models?

2015-07-25 Thread Lungimsam
What are the diffs, besides the price and colors, between the PC-830, 850, and 870 SRAM chains? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Re: What are the diffs between SRAM 8 speed chain models?

2015-07-25 Thread Lungimsam
But the link length and widths are the same? Pin/plate spacing? -- 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.

[RBW] Re: May I introduce Yves...

2015-07-24 Thread Lungimsam
Congrats on the new bike!! Congrats also on the SUNXCD derailers. I have the rear one on my 8-speed Bleriot. How do you like the SUN FD? Does it work well with your 9-speed(8?) cassette setup? I might get a SUN FD for both my bikes next time I need to change. -- You received this message

[RBW] Re: Bleroit TT DT Diameters

2015-07-24 Thread Lungimsam
I have a 53. I'll try to remember to measure when I get home tonight and report back. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Re: Something's not right here...

2015-07-24 Thread Lungimsam
I like this method. Very easy. They even tell you at which link to cut the chain. Worked great on my Sam when I went to 8-speed. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DZHbfblJzaw -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] Re: Bleroit TT DT Diameters

2015-07-24 Thread Lungimsam
On my 53 Bleriot, measured at about the middle of the tubes.: TT-29mm= 1.14 DT=32mm = 1.25 -- 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] Complete build RBW Bike packing by Emil at RBW Video

2015-07-18 Thread Lungimsam
Here's a Rivideo showing a full build bike packing video. Very helpful for anyone shipping a bike. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iQw64fkmWjM -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] How do I tell if I need a spacer for a 7speed cassette?

2015-07-17 Thread Lungimsam
1. 7-speed has a little wider spacing between cogs, which will hopefully help me friction shift better than I have done in 10,9,and 8. 2. Also, I have found that I hardly ever use the 11 tooth cog on my SRAM 8-speed cassette, (11-13-15-17-20-23-26-30), so I am interested in trying the silver

Re: [RBW] Re: How do I tell if I need a spacer for a 7speed cassette?

2015-07-17 Thread Lungimsam
What would be cool is a 5-speed in the back and a double crankset up front like in the olden days. But my legs can't power that, and I don't know how anyone did back in the pre-1980's era. I live in rolling-to-hilly terrain and it's all I can do to get down the road in my 36T middle ring with

[RBW] How do I tell if I need a spacer for a 7speed cassette?

2015-07-16 Thread Lungimsam
Hi y'all, Want to try a Shimano 7speed cassette with tight spacing I like on my Blue Sam. How can I tell if I need a 4.5 spacer or not with my freehub? It's an RBW stock 650b wheelset Velocity hub with a Shimano compatible freehub that came stock with 9 speed cassette, then I went to 8-speed.

[RBW] Re: How do I tell if I need a spacer for a 7speed cassette?

2015-07-16 Thread Lungimsam
Three more questions: 1. Will using the spacer mess with my chainline, and does it matter? Also: 2. Will I have to reset my limit screws because of the 4.5mm spacer? No biggie. Just want to know. 3. How do I get around those rivets on the back of the cassette that won't allow the spacer to sit

[RBW] Re: How do I tell if I need a spacer for a 7speed cassette?

2015-07-16 Thread Lungimsam
OK, so last two questions: 1. Will I have to reset my limit screws because of the 4.5mm spacer? No biggie. Just want to know. 2. How do I get around those rivets on the back of the cassette that won't allow the spacer to sit flush onto the freehub? Grind them off? -- You received this

[RBW] Re: WTB 58 or 60 CM Sam Hillborne (really love the single TT model)

2015-07-15 Thread Lungimsam
I also live in MD. But alas... My frame is a 55! I don't think I would sell though. I am in the Ellicott City area if you want to do some riding! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

Re: [RBW] Ram as 650 tourer, a follow up report.

2015-07-15 Thread Lungimsam
Very interesting comparisons and ideas about effects on speed and handling. Wonder what would happen if you put ultralight 650c rims and tires on your bike to make for light wheel weight and see if they spin up faster. Or, perhaps, a frame designed for 700c won't work its best with another

[RBW] Re: WTB: 7 cm Tallux Stem

2015-07-15 Thread Lungimsam
An alternate suggestion if the stem swap doesn't fix it: I used B17's and started to get low back pain and after a year of struggling to figure out why it hurt when I rode, I got a sprung Flyer saddle, and that nullified all the road shock and my back doesn't hurt anymore. It was the road

[RBW] Searching for a cheapo saddle with B17 like fit

2015-07-12 Thread Lungimsam
Keep your B17 on the bike. Go to bicyclebolts.com and buy and install their security seat post bolt, and security saddle clamp bolts. -- 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

[RBW] Re: Measuring sit bones: hilarity ensues

2015-07-12 Thread Lungimsam
Try your LBS. some of them have a thermopedic memory foam type bench you can sit on that leaves sit bone indents in the material for you to measure. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] Re: Nervous about my first Riv: Ordered a Cheviot today!

2015-07-11 Thread Lungimsam
Yes, they will install fenders for you if you want, for a fee. At least they did in 2013. -- 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

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