[RBW] Re: Riv's Retreat from 650B in Larger Sizes, Optimum Tire Pressures/Sizes

2010-08-19 Thread msrw
my conclusions based on these observations: I think there is probably no advantage unless one is riding a pace that demands quick acceleration to avoid getting dropped, which sounds an awful lot like full-blown racing. Patrick, Steve, et al.. As a former USCF cat one road racer, I would

[RBW] Re: Riv's Retreat from 650B in Larger Sizes, Optimum Tire Pressures/Sizes

2010-08-19 Thread msrw
...@gmail.com wrote: On Wed, Aug 18, 2010 at 6:32 PM, msrw msr...@gmail.com wrote: There's an 18 mile loop near my house that can be ridden with no traffic stops or other interruptions. hmmm. Where do you live? B/c an 18 mile loop w/o traffic stops sounds LOVELY. -sv -- You received

[RBW] Re: Review Instructions for Snobbish Nitto SP-60 Seat Post

2010-08-21 Thread msrw
For everyone who uses traditional frames and subscribes to the fist of seatpost extension aesthetic, Peter White sells 210 mm Nitto Jaguar seatposts for around US$ 90. Almost everyone else sells the 250 mm version at close to double Peter's price. I agree with Jim that the Jaguar is arguably the

[RBW] Re: Tent suggestions

2010-09-14 Thread msrw
I did a review of two person tents for a magazine last year, and tried out a bunch. I concur with the person who recommended double wall, free standing. Relative to that subcategory, MSR and Sierra Designs appeared to have better design, material and build quality than Big Agnes. There are any

[RBW] Re: Any Tandems?

2010-11-10 Thread msrw
One detail that no one else has mentioned The first tandem my wife and I purchased was a custom steel Dennis Bushnell. It had the lively handling that I preferred in my singles bikes, but one needed to wrestle it around, and the slightest movement from my wife would affect the steering. We

[RBW] FS: Nitto, Tubus, Carradice items etc.

2010-11-11 Thread msrw
I have a few items for commuter, touring and tandem use that I thought I’d offer to the group. If interested, please contact me off list at msr...@gmail.com. Payment by Paypal or check, prices do not include shipping but will ship worldwide at the actual cost of shipment. Thanks, Mark •

[RBW] Re: Mittens for winter riding

2010-11-13 Thread msrw
The U.S. military Arctic mittens aren't bad, and they're quite inexpensive. Inner wool mitten, combined with an outer leather mitten that has wool on the top, and a long nylon gaiter. There are two basic versions: full mittens and then a set that has a index finger separate. They usually cost

[RBW] Re: Handlebar Wrap - Why Not Leather?

2011-01-04 Thread msrw
So the overall conclusion would appear to be that plenty of people DO like leather tape. For me, even though I live in the high desert, leather tape is more affected by environmental factors than a really high quality synthetic like Fizik. I have Fizik on all of my bikes. It's the best bar tape

[RBW] Re: Saddle comparison - Brooks B17 vs. Berthoud Touring

2011-01-08 Thread msrw
I'm also one of the apparent minority who tried a Berthoud, and found it uncomfortable, even on reasonably short rides--25 miles. The material and build quality is amazing and I was disappointed that the comfort didn't match all the other exceptional qualities of this saddle. I have B-17's in

[RBW] FS: Touring, Commuting and Tandem Items for Sale

2011-02-05 Thread msrw
I have a few items for commuter, touring and tandem use that I thought I’d offer to the group. All equipment is in perfect condition unless otherwise noted. If interested, please contact me off list at msr...@gmail.com. Payment by Paypal or check, prices do not include shipping. Will ship

[RBW] FS: Rigida Andra 30 Touring/Commuting Rims 26” Silver—the Rim Rohloff Specifies

2011-04-04 Thread msrw
If anyone is interested, these rims came on a bike I purchased in Holland a couple of months ago, and have about 100 miles of use. There is very minor brake surface wear, but the rims are otherwise perfect. Rims are silver with machined braking surfaces, 32 hole drilling, 26” diameter, 25 mm

[RBW] Re: Newbie here: Are Phil Wood hubs worth it.

2010-07-19 Thread msrw
I used PW hubs and bottom brackets for years on a tandem, and on one of my racing bikes. Since everyone has covered the advantages, I'll mention one possible negative: PW hubs aren't all that sophisticated in terms of the bearing seals, so if you use the hubs in extreme conditions, they may not