Quickbeam
25 lbs exactly
Brooks B17, WTB dirt drops, Salsa steel stem, Nitto M12 rack, Wald basket,
Nitto cage. Original wheels, Soma C-Line 37mm tires. Original brake in back,
Tektro 720 up front. Shimano 600 42/39 cranks driving a Dura Ace 15t cog and/or
a Surly 17/21 Dingle.
I don't feel
I haven't voted yet. I have some opinions on those bikes, though. Doubtful that
Fuji engineers would let that Blackline monotuber out as a production bike.
Philip
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Yes, penicillin is a great example of something earth changing that
happened on accident.
On Jul 27, 2014 8:38 PM, Philip Williamson philip.w...@gmail.com
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In light of the article
Schwalbe was very good about replacing a tire with a broken bead. It was pretty
much just Send us a picture. Okay. Choose your preferred tread pattern.
http://www.biketinker.com/2011/projects/big-apple-failure/
And... A White Industries Eric's Eccentric ENO wheel will let you use a newer
frame
In light of the article describing carbon as explosive, along with our
existing bias, probably zero. Maybe ten. I wouldn't. If I got a carbon bike, it
would have a steel fork, but my only attraction to a carbon frame is to do
weird stuff like add a 650B kickback hub and dynamo wheel to it. It's
I should be able to ship the second run of patches out on or about August 3rd.
Thanks for the orders and the shop feedback!
Entmoot Patches: http://etsy.me/1ycii2f
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My Quickbeam headset lasted 10 years before I rode it on 9 miles on Sonoma
Gold crushed limestone paths in two rainstorms. Now it's crunchy. I had to
replace the chain, too.
I was going to replace the headset, but after reading this thread, I think
maybe I can just service it. Thanks! That
That was pretty fun, laying out parts to swap. The aluminum is always
shinier on the other side of the keyboard!
Philip
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On Tuesday, July 22, 2014 4:47:07 PM UTC-7, Tony DeFilippo wrote:
Well what do you know the BUMP worked! Off to a happy home in return for
an equally
Digital information is like broadsheets or posters, more than like a library of
knowledge. Here today, gone tomorrow.
Philip
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Thanks! I'm placing the order now. I hope you like them.
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That was fast! Thanks a ton to those who stepped up and ordered patches - we
made the nut, and I placed the order!
No ETA, yet, but they're in process.
Sorry to be a cranky pest about the interest to action ratio, but apparently it
worked... ;^)
Philip
Entmoot patch http://etsy.me/1ycii2f
My Entmoot Weekend Ride report.
Pictures: https://www.flickr.com/photos/philipwilliamson/sets/72157645717522984
Rivendell Bicycle Owner's Group Jamboree and Entmoot - 20 Years of
Rivendell 10 Years of Quickbeams
Saturday:
I rode from Santa Rosa to Petaluma (my normal work commute), then out I
with the
order, or cancel it.
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On Saturday, June 21, 2014 2:48:35 PM UTC-7, Philip Williamson wrote:
I saw the sample patch this morning; it looks good. I'm revising the
artwork today for more graceful stems and cranks. I'm very excited about it.
More here: http
PS: link to the Etsy listing for the Entmoot
patches: https://www.etsy.com/listing/193291873/entmoot-patch?
On Friday, July 18, 2014 1:44:08 PM UTC-7, Philip Williamson wrote:
If you bought a shirt this week the orders will go out today.
If you owe me for a shirt you already possess
I have become a fan of bandanas! Good for the bike, indespensible for the
campsite.
I'm going to get a cheapish REI tent like Hugh's. And maybe a chair, like
the Kermit that Ryan was using.
No bike changes, but I might put a freewheel on one wheelset. Riding with
everyone made me realize
Beautiful! I got snippets of what you guys were up to, and I'm super-happy
you got to Taqueria San Jose. I had considered that for a short group jaunt
to check out he ReCyclery and get Epic Burritos.
Philip
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On Wednesday, July 16, 2014 3:17:20 PM UTC-7, dougP wrote:
My
I had a good time missing you guys for beers, too!
Philip
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On Saturday, July 12, 2014 10:01:47 PM UTC-7, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote:
With HUGE regret I had to leave the Bay Area before the festivities really
began. I luckily was able to hang out with some great folks and see
I had this problem! I thought it was just me...
I bought spacers at the bike shop. Then I returned them for ones half as
wide.
Philip
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On Wednesday, July 16, 2014 12:28:55 PM UTC-7, dougP wrote:
Zack:
It sounds like you need spacers half as thick as the ones you have.
Which 1/8 chains are modern and different from old style ones?
Philip
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Awesome pic, Deacon Patrick!
I'm glad you got yours, Leslie!
Did anyone NOT get their shirts or patches?
Philip
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E-moot! Genius.
I need to edit and post my pictures, but I had a nice E-moot to get to the
Entmoot on Saturday. 40 miles, at a guess, fixed, from Santa Rosa to to China
Camp. I got to poach the new connector road and path that parallels 101 by
Olomopali, and then the Marin bike route signage
Thanks for the Wipperman 1/8 chain info.
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I was peer pressured into doing another run of patches! People seemed to
genuinely like them.
Preorders are here: http://etsy.me/1ycii2f
I have a few shirts left in various sizes.
2 XXL
2 XL
1 L
4 M
They're $30 shipped. Email me before Paypal to see what's left. Shirts are
done. I will not
love to learn new stuff. Kickstarter!
Tom
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If Rivendell makes a logo bandana, I'd buy a couple, now that I've found
out how mighty they are, but I was thinking more about what color would
you like?
I'm leaning towards a 1-pack and 3-pack idea. Maybe a 5-pack?
Philip
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On Tuesday, July 15, 2014 10:35:19 AM UTC-7,
I rode C-lines on the singletrack at about 60 lbs. They worked pretty nicely.
I stacked, but more due to the fixed gear, saddlebag, and poor handling skills
than the tires. Slow speed endo into gravel.
Philip
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Did you reconnect the chain with a master link, or a chain tool?
I learned the hard way that you need to use the link on a nine speed chain. The
tolerances are too tight to just smash a pin back in with the tool. Everybody
here knew that already...
Philip
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Lucky I had no coffee in my mouth when I laughed at that! I think your
daughter is rad.
Can you add this to my Etsy shop's testimonials?
Philip
On Thursday, July 10, 2014 4:52:03 PM UTC-7, Pondero wrote:
Pony express arrived with my shirt and patch today.
My daughter sent me a text when
I'll put the leftovers back on Etsy on Monday.
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On Friday, July 11, 2014 9:16:53 AM UTC-7, Peter M wrote:
Will there be any more runs of patches or shirts for procrastinators?
On Fri, Jul 11, 2014 at 9:29 AM, Liesl li...@smm.org javascript:
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Patches
Awesome!
Pictures!
https://www.flickr.com/groups/entmoot2014/
Philip
On Friday, July 11, 2014 6:29:12 AM UTC-7, Liesl wrote:
Patches arrived at the RCW stronghold in minneapolis yesterday! Yeeha!
Thanks!
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Awesome!
Thanks for your early encouragement, too.
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On Thursday, July 10, 2014 12:36:31 PM UTC-7, Pudge wrote:
Just got mine – spectacular!
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Williamson
, can't wait to glue it to my
saddlebagf. It's like am virtually there!
Marc
On Thursday, July 10, 2014 1:19:30 AM UTC-4, Philip Williamson wrote:
Please tell me people are receiving their patches and shirts...
Should have been yesterday for CA folk. I had a sudden pang of what if
no one gets
Ai yi yi!
I actually cut my finger tip with scissors the other day. Not bad like you,
but same instant response.
Philip
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On Friday, July 11, 2014 7:02:21 AM UTC-7, Liesl wrote:
(warning: contains somewhat but not overly graphic description)
Yesterday morning I was
I had thought cyclotourist and co. would be staying at China Camp. Turns
out, they're in Novato.
I'm making a run into San Rafael to drop off shirts and a tent, but not
staying the night.
I'm riding down Saturday from Santa Rosa. Bike, or bike/bus, depending on
time and laziness.
Philip
Thanks, friends!
I went to the post office this morning, worried that the lack of return
addresses was going to hold everything up (Maybe they think they're
bombs!), but the clerk said, No problem. They should just be getting
places today.
Philip
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On Thursday, July 10, 2014
I was planning to drive down with all manner of stuff (alternate wheels,
box of tee shirts, new 15 lb tent), but now am planning to ride from Santa
Rosa, and try to poach the done-but-not-open 101 San Antonio Rd - Novato
path.
Is anyone else up for riding to China Camp from the North on
I have had a freewheel-equipped S3X, generator hub, and semi-knobbies on
the QB for the last two days, but I'm going to just ride the fixed C-Line
wheels. Maybe change the cranks to 39/42 or 44, instead of the 44t Eno set.
Philip
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On Tuesday, July 8, 2014 9:03:52 PM UTC-7,
Might a Riv employee bring a couple of boxes of cloth tape for sale to make the
demo more hands-on? Tending to greens, maybe?
Philip
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I'm bringing a fixed wheelset with Soma C-Lines, and an S3X (FW)/generator set
with very worn Mythos CX knibblies.
I may just do the C-Lines, and trade the 44t ring for a 42/39 chainring setup.
I'm more concerned with Quickbeam gearing than tires.
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I think a Manny Trap is any view with beautiful atmospheric layering of
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On Wednesday, July 9, 2014 4:36:07 AM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote:
To catch a Manny requires a Manny Trap. Place a trail of
Quickbeam! Ferry!
I was going to bring several bikes, but am just bringing the Quickbeam. I'm
doing the last minute gearing freakout, but it's going to be fine.
Philip
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On Wednesday, July 9, 2014 1:22:04 PM UTC-7, BSWP wrote:
Life always presents options, what makes it
C'mon, Bill! I'm in for a Friday night China Camp sleepover.
It's RIGHT over the bridge...
David, do you need a bike?
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On Wednesday, July 9, 2014 5:33:37 PM UTC-7, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote:
Yep, that's what I'm doing. Mad dash up the 5 on Friday, flying back on
Please tell me people are receiving their patches and shirts...
Should have been yesterday for CA folk. I had a sudden pang of what if no
one gets their stuff??!
Philip
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On Sunday, July 6, 2014 12:07:14 AM UTC-7, Philip Williamson wrote:
All Virtual Attendees' patches
No kidding! Tempus fugit.
This year itself is blowing away.
Philip
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On Monday, July 7, 2014 5:46:24 AM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote:
Was it really 2011? Time flies. The buyer, a woman in Atlanta, was
thrilled to get it.
On Sun, Jul 6, 2014 at 9:55 PM, Philip Williamson
All Virtual Attendees' patches and shirts are now sitting in the Post Office
bin, waiting for 10am Monday to begin winging their ways across the country.
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Patrick's Herse looked like this:
http://www.biketinker.com/2011/fine-bikes/1958-rene-herse-for-sale/
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Wow, that's a beautiful dog.
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slips and envelopes to get these out to
people before the Entmoot (virtual and local).
Philip
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On Friday, July 4, 2014 12:40:46 PM UTC-7, Philip Williamson wrote:
Yes. A small number of patches, and a moderate number of shirts are left
unsold.
I deactivated the Etsy listing
Yes. A small number of patches, and a moderate number of shirts are left
unsold.
I deactivated the Etsy listing, and will bring those items to the 'moot.
Thanks for reminding me!
Philip
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On Thursday, July 3, 2014 4:51:00 PM UTC-7, BSWP wrote:
Will you have any shirts or
They look like
this: http://www.biketinker.com/2014/fine-bikes/riv-silver-hubs/
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On Thursday, July 3, 2014 2:49:47 PM UTC-7, lungimsam wrote:
I didn't know there was a SILVER hubset.
Anyone got pics? Never seen them.
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I think you hold us to a higher standard than we deserve.
The saddle had some drops of water splashed on it (very much not dripping
wet), which looks like power wash splash, but also good control of the tool.
No Rivendell owner would ever take such crappy cellphone pictures!
Philip
That's a cool idea. Silver hubs exist, too.
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by no bandannas, bandoleers, bayonets, or bar
stools, I can only say that there is, somehow, gift in everything. Even the
absence of things. Grin. How much sweeter will be the shirt and patch for
their duet.
With abandon,
Patrick
On Wednesday, July 2, 2014 11:30:33 PM UTC-6, Philip Williamson
Yes.
Spurious or not, a real name imparts more credibility on the internet.
It's human. It's the same reason Betty Crocker is Betty Crocker, not
The W-C Co.
Philip
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On Thursday, July 3, 2014 1:54:47 PM UTC-7, rw1911 wrote:
This would have more meaning if it wasn't
as original art at around $100 each.
Thanks a ton for your faith in this project - I'm pretty happy with the way
the stuff turned out!
Philip
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On Saturday, June 21, 2014 2:48:35 PM UTC-7, Philip Williamson wrote:
I saw the sample patch this morning; it looks good. I'm revising
Well that's an incentive! Virtual Entmoot Day should have shirts and patches.
Philip
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25 miles of singletrack is a lot.
For me.
I like a 47 or 48 gear myself, offroad. I think there are different
styles of riding, and mine is not spinning!
Philip
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On Monday, June 30, 2014 10:52:42 PM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote:
Yeah, I didn't go far. 25 miles of single
My work friend hipped me to the day use fee just yesterday. We both had the
same You bastards! Oh... I guess that's actually fine, reaction.
The Ales and Trails sounds like a great thing, too. I am tempted to pay to
have lunch and a beer. And similarly tempted to do something off-site on
Thanks so much for setting that up, Jim, and I'm sorry you won't be attending.
PayPal sent.
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I believe Tom Bombadil has a special relationship with trees. More than
welcome!
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On Sunday, June 29, 2014 7:49:59 PM UTC-7, Peter M wrote:
Can Tom Bombadil come to this virtual entmoot or is he needed to shelter
wayward Hobbits?
On Jun 29, 2014 1:56 PM, Deacon
That's beautiful!
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I did that with every bike in the house, and found the Bicycle Quarterly weight
distribution breakdowns for different styles of bike 100% correct.
__Rear / front
Road bike - 60/40
Low trail - 55/45
3 Speed -65/35 - ? From memory.
Tri Bike - 45/55 - ? Not verified by me.
I use the
Oohhh... Whuff. All the best with that project. Maybe take it apart and build a
bench?
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able to order through Etsy now if we are not able to attend?
Marc
On Saturday, June 21, 2014 5:48:35 PM UTC-4, Philip Williamson wrote:
I saw the sample patch this morning; it looks good. I'm revising the
artwork today for more graceful stems and cranks. I'm very excited about it.
More here
I actually like the look of the AWOL more than the Niner. Disappointingly
pinner 42mm tires, though. 60mm is where it's at.
Jeff Jones spaceframe for me, please. And/or a Roadeo with electronic
shifting hacked for half-step shifting (discover new and old-new things at
the same time).
More
UTC-7, Philip Williamson wrote:
I saw the sample patch this morning; it looks good. I'm revising the
artwork today for more graceful stems and cranks. I'm very excited about it.
More here: http://www.biketinker.com/2014/fine-bikes/entmoot-patches/
Order here: https://www.etsy.com/listing
It's the shrimp boat.
Philip
On Thursday, June 26, 2014 1:38:35 PM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote:
Roger,
There is a derelict shrimp boat at China Beach that is an exact match. You
can see it in the photos of this article:
I've never had vomiting with strep. That sounds hellish.
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I think that's over complicating things. It's just a guideline. If you end up
with 25% tire drop instead of the ideal 15%, under hard braking on a rough
downhill... Who cares? Your tires are now compressing more than the ideal
theoretical amount to give you the lowest rolling resistance, but
That's an interesting thought. Off road, straight through the bumps, I move
back on the bike, maybe even for a net effect of *less* weight on the
front.
On road, I do weight the front, because I want to commit to the turns.
I usually run a five pound difference in pressure between the front
Dang. Strep is the worst.
Get better!
Philip
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On Wednesday, June 25, 2014 9:41:41 AM UTC-7, Peter M wrote:
Ok, an update. Don't hate me, I have been throwing up with strep throat
for the last few days, you cant make this shit up. My wife took off today
and tomorrow to
Thanks, gentlefolk!
Is anyone needing an XXXL shirt? That's 3 Xs. They might be in stock right
before the print run runs. I'll try to arrange it if needed. If not, I won't.
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My only Entmoot plan was show up with Quickbeam, hang out near other
Quickbeams.
I would love to participate in anything further.
I plan to just bring the QB and ride with everyone else. Maybe with a second
ring. Maybe a second wheelset with a generator and freewheeled S3X?
Philip
Agree on burritos and Chinese food. Classic San Francisco food I missed in the
Pacific Northwest.
El Toro in the Mission is the canonical burrito. Good food at Troya (5th and
Clement) if you get out to the Richmond District.
Simple tastes,
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I saw the sample patch this morning; it looks good. I'm revising the artwork
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I got the
.
~Hugh
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Call For Interest - More SF Bay Area Edition swag.
Who is interested in an ENTMOOT patch? I don't have a price yet, but
price depends on quantity.
https://flic.kr/p/nZfFhm
Philip
I LOVE that!
At one point I thought the guy was inside the tire, walking the bike around
like a hamster in a ball. I was wrong, but it made me laugh. Washtub
headlight!
Philip
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On Monday, June 16, 2014 8:49:37 PM UTC-7, James Warren wrote:
Jump on Peter's QB wheelset! I experimented with nicer wheels, and I've
been back on the originals for a few years now. Wide, strong, pretty. Great
price.
Philip
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On Monday, June 16, 2014 11:17:19 PM UTC-7, Jason Leach wrote:
Well, I finally swooped up a quickbeam frame in
move. It may still fall through.
*** The smart move will probably be to matte and frame a bandana to hang on
your wall.
On Sunday, June 15, 2014 7:46:19 PM UTC-7, Philip Williamson wrote:
Call For Interest - More SF Bay Area Edition swag.
Who is interested in an ENTMOOT patch? I don't have
I thought about you and your 1x hatred when I replaced my triple with an
ENO crank!
Worked great with the 12-25, but the 11-32 with the short chain seems to
have jacked up my derailleur. Oops. I bought another 105 rd at the Riv
garage sale, and I plan to single up the bike this weekend, but
That's so great!
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Making your own cheese! That's the coolest.
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That Humboldt Fog looks amazing.
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Call For Interest - More SF Bay Area Edition swag.
Who is interested in an ENTMOOT patch? I don't have a price yet, but price
depends on quantity.
https://flic.kr/p/nZfFhm
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So, to a) get our cheese talk on topic, and b) support cheese makers and
making... There are some nice cheese places I could ride to from my house.
Out of Petaluma to the oldest continuously operating cheese operation in
America... http://www.marinfrenchcheese.com/
Out to Point Reyes to get
Another
article:
http://gordonzola.net/2014/06/11/people-care-about-cheese-wood-fda-issues-new-statement/
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On Friday, June 13, 2014 8:32:43 AM UTC-7, Hugh Flynn wrote:
There has been quite the outcry as the result of what can only be viewed
as Food Industry
Tee shirt preorder: http://etsy.me/1xM6K5o
*If you're coming to the Jamboree, use coupon PICKUP* to remove the
shipping charge.
PM me if anything goes wrong with your order - it's been a year since I've
used Etsy.
I'm going to print these on unbleached white shirts in soft-hand (not
Great attitude on hard news, and I hope you find something great in short
order. All the best to you!
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Jan, thank you for clarifying this. Your more recent published opinions on
the subject seem to imply that pressure doesn't really matter, if you
have good tires.
I found working with the Berto guidelines to really help me get a mental
handle on useful pressures, but I'm not a slave to the
I weigh the same as you, 6'2, and I'd ride any Rivendell anywhere. For your
proposed riding, I'd probably get the A. Homer Hilsen. Or a Roadeo. the
Hunqapillar has the best head badge, though.
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I was amazed you're riding a 66cm QB!
My 60cm works great for me, with a similar PBH (I think). My Singular
Gryphon is an XL, though, which is Very Large, but I like the feel of that
bike, too.
Philip
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On Friday, June 6, 2014 9:52:33 AM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote:
Peter,
There just aren't many great tire choices in 650b so I am being patient.
People love the Ardents, and they come in
27.5:
http://www.artscyclery.com/Maxxis_Ardent_650B__275_Tire/descpage-MXARD7.html
Pricepoint has some 120tpi 27.5 tires from Vee Rubber for $30. I have the
Flying Vee in
Thanks for taking care of the planning of this!
Is anyone showing up on Friday?
Philip
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On Monday, June 2, 2014 8:19:10 PM UTC-7, Jim M. wrote:
As mentioned above, I've reserved a 40-person group site at China Camp for
2 nights, July 12 13th. And because it's RBW's
Agreed. I bought my Quickbeam sight unseen. Fantastic bike for the last ten
years.
Philip
www.biketinker.com
On Tuesday, June 3, 2014 2:21:37 PM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote:
If you aren't able to try one out before hand, rest assured Rivendell
knows what they are doing with sizing. Grant
Sheldon was also a big proponent of multispeed fixed gears, fat tired fixies,
and all other forms of fixed-ness. He was against the rear-facing dropouts, but
he was mistaken in that regard. I think so, anyway.
Miss that guy.
Philip
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Going by memory, I think I kind of cheated that stat: Roadeo and Legolas with
the lightest, Quickbeam and A. Homer Hilsen with the next lightest.
Philip
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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
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My size!
When I saw the list of bikes (without reading the thread name), I thought,
Wow! Is this a For Sale posting?!
Amazing bikes. Really beautiful. And my size, or as Ron says, Close
enough.
Philip
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On Wednesday, May 28, 2014 8:32:21 AM UTC-7, Anton Tutter wrote:
Is
Mi Marc,
I always click the thread title in the email to post from the web Group.
That way my work email signature (longer than any email content I've ever
sent) doesn't get appended to the post.
I can also see if anyone has chimed in since I got the digest.
Philip
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