Re: [RBW] Re: (maybe) WTB Brooks B68 - Question regarding brooks saddle for Joe Appaloosa
Jonathan D said: I am loving my new Joe Appaloosa. I think I officially bought the final 55 Silver from Rivelo on Saturday. I realize my current B17 Saddle isn't a great fit for the more upright position. I am considering the B67 but really don't need the springs. The B68 seems like it would be a great choice but it is discontinued. Any advice or thoughts on saddles? Jonathan - I've got a B-72 that I'm no longer using. It's got about 60 miles on it, and I found it comfortable for upright riding, which I no longer need. It's got the curly Q spring in back which is great for those harsh bumps - like accidentally riding off a curb, not that I ever did that. Dark Brown. Measures: 200W by 210L Treated with Obernaufs onlyComes with 27.2 seatpost mast and clamp. PM me and I can send you pictures should you want. Phil B Sonoma County 707 318-9318 -- 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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Rivendell product wishlist
I see I'm a little late here, again as usual. I would like to see a new version of the Wooly Warm pants. They would need an additional panel of wool/poly on the seat to prevent wearing out prematurely, perhaps a little lower rise. Black is still good in my book. Phil B I searched the forum and tried to find if there was a product wishlist and couldn't seem to find one. Apologies if I missed it. I'm wondering if people would be interested in starting a list of items that we'd love to see Riv produce or bring back. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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: NorCal Riv ride: Sunday October 18th
Great Idea! I'd like to make it, and think I probably can. Now to ponder which bike,.. what wheel size, etc. Phil B --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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: 650b market status?
On Aug 22, 11:00 pm, rob markwardt robmar...@hotmail.com wrote: There are a few shops in Seattle that carry 650b stuff. I've seen a few beautiful custom 650b'ers around town, several Bleriots, and an occasional Kogwell. I think if more people would be willing to try them they'd be sold on the ride. I would think one of the big draws in Seattle would be the ability to fit fenders on 650B conversions or purpose built bikes. Other than a little used rigid mountain bike 650B conversion, the only time I utilize the size now is in the winter, turning my comfortable road bike running Jack Browns into a fendered 650B. Hopefully we'll get some rain this winter. I'm so spoiled by this weather. Phil B --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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: No more Baggins Bags?
The loafers are on the third page of Bags and Racks. They have always been made by Nigel Smythe. I haven't seen any Baggins products on the site for a while. Phil On Aug 1, 5:55 pm, Bridgestone alancr...@mac.com wrote: I've got a Baggins Big Loafer on the back of my bike, and was waiting to purchase a baggins lil loafer. But they're not listed on the site anymore? Is Rivendell done with the Baggins line? --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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: No more Baggins Bags?
I'm wrong again. My Kevin's bag is Baggins branded. Phil On Aug 1, 6:21 pm, Phil B phi...@sonic.net wrote: The loafers are on the third page of Bags and Racks. They have always been made by Nigel Smythe. I haven't seen any Baggins products on the site for a while. Phil On Aug 1, 5:55 pm, Bridgestone alancr...@mac.com wrote: I've got a Baggins Big Loafer on the back of my bike, and was waiting to purchase a baggins lil loafer. But they're not listed on the site anymore? Is Rivendell done with the Baggins line? --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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: Since I Just Alluded to It On My Sig Line...
On Jul 1, 1:50 pm, CycloFiend cyclofi...@earthlink.net wrote: Got doored on my way home from work Monday evening. Don't cha just hate Mondays? Sorry to hear about it. Get well. Ride On. Phil B --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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: Mixing Components
zrainryder - I'd suggest changing out the cranks. Campy front shifter/derailers don't care what crank you are using. Once you start changing out stuff in the back it opens a can of worms which (for me) is solved eventually with spending too much money. On another note you may want to ride it as is for a while. Although I'm not familiar with that particular model, Serotta's are generally responsive machines and depending on the terrain and your condition you could eck by with that 34T/28t combo. I had swapped out the cranks on my Campy equipped Merlin, geared 12-23 in the rear, with a compact compact of 46/30 using a Sugino triple. Recently I returned to the 50/34 Campy, since I'm pretty sure I will be selling it, and found most of my routes to be doable. That bike won't be seeing any racks or bags of any size and it could use a couple more teeth in the rear, but as is it's fine. Bigger gears rely on technique as much as strength. Let us know how it works out. Phil B --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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: seat bag support
Peter White just got a shipment of Bagmans. Mine works great with my Barley. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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: Circumference of Jack Brown
I got 2.173 with an unweighted roll-out. JB Green with moderate wear on a Mavic Open Pro rim. Anyone know the approx circumference of the Jack Browns on a Mavic Open Pro? I need to program an odometer, but don't have a ruler handy. Thanks. Aaron --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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: Broken Fender
Michael - Thanks for the photos. I hadn't known you were cantilevered. Great bike BTW. What has Hiroshi had to say about the fenders? I have to be careful not to bring my credit cards with me when I go to his shop. Very nice frames. Phil B On Jun 24, 9:15 am, MichaelH mhech...@gmail.com wrote: This bike has canti brakes and a bottom threaded seat stay bridge, you can kind of see it in the last picture in this set:http://gallery.me.com/mhechmer#100029 Since the crack is still quite small I have been thinking along the lines that John suggested, using either a small steel bracket on either side of the hole, or perhaps cutting a section out of the original fender. In either case I'll try Gorilla glue to avoid making any additional holes in the fender. My daughter is getting married on Saturday, so this might not happen right away. Thanks for the suggestions, Michael On Jun 24, 11:15 am, Phil B phi...@sonic.net wrote: Michael - I am unsure of the setup on your bike. Is the bridge threaded for the mounting bolt? Being on the seat stays, does the rear brake mount to the same bridge? I've had good results using rubber washers on both sides of the fender with an additional metal washer on the inside of the fender under the nut. I also setup my honjos with tension, as in no possibility of rattleing. But, I run fenders for only 4 months a year and don't generally ride a lot of jaw dropping bumpy surfaces. Phil B On Jun 23, 6:56 pm, MichaelH mhech...@gmail.com wrote: I noticed some unusual rattling from my rear Honjo fender today, and a close inspection revealed a crack at the seat stay bridge attachment. This one threads directly into the bridge. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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: marks rack / do you have an un-needed mounting bracket?
You might try your LBS. Most popular racks employ similar stainless straps. Mine came with the bracket to the brake bolt and the two rod arms for braze-on mounting. On Jun 25, 3:59 am, Marty mgie...@mac.com wrote: Might be wrong, but I'm not sure it came with two flat brackets - only the brake bolt version. VO sells a length of flat stainless for just that purpose that would work, and it's only a few bucks. It has two holes drilled at the ends, but you can bend and drill as needed, which it sounds like you'll need to do in any case. I've looked myself at various hdwr stores, but the stainless they sell is too thin. Hope that helps. Marty On Jun 24, 8:42 pm, rb ronald.blument...@gmail.com wrote: Hi - I am moving a Mark's rack from one bike to anotherI need the flat bracket that goes from the rack to underneath the fork crown (I have the bracket that goes to the brake bolt). I know it came with that, I've installed 3 of these on various bikes, but I can't find one of the flat brackets in any of my various bins... So I am hoping that there is someone out there who might have one sitting around and would be willing to part with it I did make up an ugly one from some galvanized flat stock, but it's a poke in the eye - would be nice to have the proper fitting. I can't mount to the brake bolt on this bike because it's an undrilled fork / canti posts, but no hole (an odd frame to be sure). many thanks --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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: Broken Fender
Michael - I am unsure of the setup on your bike. Is the bridge threaded for the mounting bolt? Being on the seat stays, does the rear brake mount to the same bridge? I've had good results using rubber washers on both sides of the fender with an additional metal washer on the inside of the fender under the nut. I also setup my honjos with tension, as in no possibility of rattleing. But, I run fenders for only 4 months a year and don't generally ride a lot of jaw dropping bumpy surfaces. Phil B On Jun 23, 6:56 pm, MichaelH mhech...@gmail.com wrote: I noticed some unusual rattling from my rear Honjo fender today, and a close inspection revealed a crack at the seat stay bridge attachment. This one threads directly into the bridge. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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: Glove Recommendations?
Eric, et. al. There's another consideration for me when choosing gloves: how they smell after days of riding. The Spenco crochet back and the Riv summer gloves both have passed that test for me. They also provide ample padding - almost to much padding for use with mountain grips or other large diameter bars due to padding. The thought of touring ala moustache bars makes me shudder, but these two would be my first choices given that bar. Phil B Sonoma County On May 25, 12:17 pm, Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com wrote: I'm looking for gloves that offer a lot of padding in the palm. This July, I'll be riding 1,000 miles to Seattle on a bike with handlebars reminiscent of Nitto's Moustache bars. That means I'll be holding the bars in much the same way, with most of my weight on my palms. If anybody has recommendations for gloves that have a thickly padded palm, it would be much appreciated. With the number of riders on this list using Moustache, Albatross, and similar bars, I'm sure somebody has the answer! Thanks in advance. --Ericwww.wheelsnorth.orgwww.campyonly.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 -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Looking for an easy available overnight camping spot near SF
There's also Pomo Canyon and Sonoma Coast state campgrounds. They are primitive, no reservation, walk (or ride) in. Close to Jenner on the south side of the Russian River. They get busy this time of year, but if you show up before Friday afternoon I think you'll be alright. Close to there there's also Bodega Dunes and Wright's Beach. Follow Willow Creek Road east (bikes only) up to Occidental and Loop back over Coleman Valley Road for a day loop. Hilly but scenic, and be cautious on Hwy 1. Phil B --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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: Nigel Smythe or?
The Nigel Smyth bags are very well constructed and detailed. Baggins really can't compare, even the canvas is better quality. I'm not familiar with Sackville. They are a bit fancier than an Acorn, though I'd rate the construction the same. The Smyth bags (I've had a couple Little Loafers) are lined, and outer seams are leather covered. The canvas ones are identical with the tweed models in terms of quality of materials and construction. I've had both. Phil B Sonoma County On May 18, 7:19 am, Tom M tmil...@att.net wrote: I just bought a Mark's rack, and I want to put a bag on it. RBW currently has canvas versions of the Nigel Smythe Little Loaf, with tweed versions due in June. I'm wondering if I should hold out for the tweed, go with canvas, or consider either the Sackville or Baggins bags. Anyone have experiences with any of the bags? Thanks. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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: Ruffy Tuffy tire problems
I've got four or five years experience with RTs and have never seen a hint of this. My bikes are stored inside (my house) and the tires were purchased new. The photo shows a tire looking really dried out, I wonder what sort of treatment the previous owner gave them? I've also got two sets of Jack Browns in green with no hint of separation. And a set of Maxy Fasties. I wouldn't ride on a tire that looks like that either. I wonder if a solvent of some sort would do that? The GB's are nice tires, use some sort of flat protection though. I use Flat Aways from Panaracer. And I wouldn't ride them in situations such as is shown in your any bike, anywhere photo. Phil B Sonoma County --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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: leather saddle rain cover
I use the Velox. It does have a habit of slipping forward off the back so I run mine inside out and it stays in place. But I wouldn't leave the bike out in the rain without additional cover. Phil B --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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: Orr Springs Road, Mendocino County
Franklyn et. al.- Interesting area. I'd like to loop Orr Springs with Low Gap but after having looked - it may be a bit ambitious given that it totals 45 miles and 6500' of climbing. Out on dirt, back on pavement? Is Running Springs Ranch Road a public road? Is it paved? Are there any other loops in the area that offer dirt or dirt/pave combinations? Thanks for any other beta you can provide. Phil B Sonoma County On Apr 30, 7:36 am, franklyn frankly...@gmail.com wrote: Looks like Orr Springs Road alright. Eric, did you get to the descend down to Orr Hot Spring resort and Montgomery Woods yet? I love Orr Springs Road. After riding in the forest for about 5 miles, there is another climb and descent coming all the way to the Town of Comptche. From Comptche, Mendocino and the Coast is only 16 miles away. I ride it a couple times a year. Here are some photos from the last time I did it (over thanksgiving) http://www.flickr.com/photos/franklyn/sets/72157610579847635/ Franklyn On Apr 29, 10:54 pm, David Estes cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: Looks like an Acorn Bag... On Wed, Apr 29, 2009 at 8:47 PM, Doug Peterson dougpn...@cox.net wrote: Eric: Nice photos. New front bag? Looks good, what is it? I’ve lived here all my life and California still amazes me in springtime. Headed to San Francisco on Friday to start a coastal tour south. Getting excited. dougP -- *From:* rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto: rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com] *On Behalf Of *Eric Norris *Sent:* Wednesday, April 29, 2009 8:29 PM *To:* rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com *Subject:* [RBW] Orr Springs Road, Mendocino County At the suggestion of another member of this list, I headed out Orr Springs Road from the city of Ukiah tonight. I didn't have time to get too far, but I made it about 12 miles from town--a long climb that included (according to the signs) 4 miles of 10% grade. Photos are here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/35176...@n03/sets/72157617405498173/ You can see my Riv Road in several of the shots. Enjoy! --Eric campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com www.wheelsnorth.org -- Cheers, David Redlands, CA --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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: Query Concerning Chain Problem
Interesting theory rc, have you experienced this? To the OP: What are the number of speeds, types of shifters and brand / size of chain? Phil B On Apr 28, 8:09 pm, rcnute rcn...@hotmail.com wrote: Sounds like a bent tooth on a chainring. On Apr 28, 8:03 pm, GeorgeS chobur...@gmail.com wrote: My son has a Romulus he purchased about six months ago. Several weeks ago he was out on a long ride and his chain broke. I have been riding bikes a long time and I've never had a chain actually break in use and I've never known anyone who has had that happen. He said that on examination the outside plate simply peeled back at several places and separated from the pin. That left the inner plate holding the chain together and then that went. He said he did not hear any noise until shortly before the chain broke and it was obviously the plates hitting the RD cage. He took the bike back to the bike store where he bought it and they said they had never seen such a thing and put it off to a defective chain which they replaced and sent him on his way. On Sunday the same problem started to happen. After about 30 miles he said he started to see the plate on the outside start peeling back at three points on the chain. This time he was able to get back to the car before the chain broke. The bike store kept the bike to show to their ace mechanic and my son is supposed to pick it up later in the week. Anyone ever heard anything like this? The cranks are Sugino and the derailliers are 105's. He is riding on good roads in Maryland right out of DC. GeorgeS --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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: Optimizing Atlantis Handling
Michael - How old is the headset? On Apr 25, 3:40 am, Angus angusle...@sbcglobal.net wrote: Michael, FWIW. I ride a 64cm Atlantis, with a 5-10 lbs saddle bag, drop bars about 1 above the saddle but using 700x37 Panaracers. I do not experience (perceive?) a push to the outside of the turn on this bike. I also ride a 64cm Rambouillet using 700x32 Panaracers that does feel more responsive with a lighter touch to the bars in the corners. I have ridden bikes that didn't want to hold a line, they felt like they want to go straight all the time. Angus On Apr 24, 2:49 pm, whiskeyding whiskeyd...@yahoo.com wrote: Hey gang, I've found myself becoming increasingly irritated with my 61cm Atlantis' handling in the turns. At higher speeds (greater than about 15 mph), it feels fine, but at lower speeds I find it near impossible to hold a line in a turn. It feels like the bike is pushing me to the outside of the turn, and I have to wrestle with it to keep the turn tight. On my Ramboulliet, the turns are seemingly effortless, and the bike simply goes where I want it to go with a very light touch on the handlebars. I don't know if it's possible to duplicate this effect on the Atlantis; the geometries are different in many ways, but I'd like to try. I'm running 33mm Jack Brown tires, and I have a Hoss saddlebag on the back with between 5 and 10 pounds in it most days. I use drop bars roughly level with the saddle. I don't know if dropping the weight lower into panniers would help, or if I need more weight in the front end, or if I should try different (narrower?) tires. It could very well be my riding technique! Lot of things to try, but I thought I'd pick the collective brain before I start throwing money around. Any suggestions? Regards, Michael Kennedy Parker, CO --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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: looking for a fast bike, where should I go.
Has anyone else had this difficulty of not being able to get the bars low enough? I've had to trim the bottom of my technomic (?) stem quills to get there. But my headtubes, due to frame size are only 110mm at best. I guess I could go for a normal length quill next time. Phil B --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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: looking for a fast bike, where should I go.
Hey Brewster - Thanks for the Gary Helfrich's words on Ti. And yes affordability is good on the used stuff. Urban Mythology surrounding bikes made from radioactive Russian titanium. Most of the recovered material became golf driver heads. I agree with Jim that if you are looking for a used bicycle or frame, titanium is the bargain! I've seen Serotta Legends, Litespeed Vortex, Merlin Extralights and others including the newer Lemond ti frames sell for anywhere from $500-1000 for frameset (usually with a carbon fork and headset). A great deal. The problem titanium has is its trying to compete with carbon on weight and well, let's face it, if weight is the main/only factor you're looking at, and most rec riders do, then carbon is the winner. Don't be afraid to look at a used ti frame, there are great deals out there. Brewster --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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: looking for a fast bike, where should I go.
On Apr 18, 8:32 am, Larry Powers lapower...@hotmail.com wrote: I am happy with the Soma Smoothie ES. They have a Smoothie but it is more of a racing geometry and won't take fenders. They also has a lugged veresion of the ES for about $300 more. The Soma Speedster Road Sport is built from good Tange Prestige tubing. It's also got a smallish diameter downtube. I'll bet it responds well. Yes the Ram is fastish, but I have it set up for touring with 36 spoke wheels and a wide cassette. I recently rode a friends Bianchi C2C and enjoyed it, apart from having my hands so low. It felt a lot different from the bikes I have and I saw an excuse for a project. The difference in touring weight wheels and all around lightly but smartly built wheels can make a difference in ride. Climbing, acceleration, all around responciveness is improved. I think this and good frame design, rather than minute speed-in-the-lab improvements per gram of weight, makes for what most of us look for in a better (faster?) ride. Losing a few pounds of our own body fat helps, too. Having said that, I've got one (out of 4) bikes that consistently shaves time off my usual routes. It's got Roly Polly rubber and a Brooks saddle but that just about ends the Riv influence other than possibly riding position and comfort. I don't even want to go there with this post - but, well, ...it's titanium. Sorry. I know that crosses the line for a lot of readers-of riv. But with the advent of carbon a lot of the racy set are abandoning their old metal bikes, and I couldn't resist. What I think though is the designer, Tom Kellog, could do a great job with any material. He just knows the ti, that's all. On Fri, 2009-04-17 at 22:19 -0700, usuk2007 wrote: I love my Ram and I take my Atlantis out on tracjs regularly, but I'm now in the market for some speed too. So I'm looking for a nice fast bike with room for some long reach brakes. Where should I go? I'd agree with others who mentioned the vintage stage race bikes. Those with 27 original design wheels would more than likely allow for larger tires given the use of long reach brakes. Good luck and have fun. I'm off for a ride on one of my 'slow' bikes. Phil B Sonoma County --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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: Quickbeam vs Rambouillet weight
On Apr 10, 2009, at 5:34 AM, usuk2007 wrote: I weighed my Quickbeam and my Rambouillet last night and both came in at 25lbs. I was very surprised as I'd expected the Quickbeam to be a couple of pounds lighter. The Quickbeam is stock apart from having a double White Ind freewheel one one side and a 22t freewheel on the other. The Ram has White Ind MI5 hubs, Velocity Dyad rims and a big 11/34 Shimano cassette, XT RD and 105 FD. Both bikes have the same handlebar and saddle set ups.so why is the QB as heavy as the RAM The Rambouillet was built by Toyo and the Quickbeam by Panasonic. They have different lug-sets but also undoubtably different tube- sets. I'd be really surprised if they started life as frames of the same weight. I think that's why the similarity in built up weight. Phil B --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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: Slightly OT: Any LBSes have White Ind. Pedals yet?
Joel, et.al.- I've seen a pair in person - at White Industries - I was there showing them a strange symptom one of my older ENO hubs was diplaying (as it turned out it just needed new cartridge bearings). There were two bikes, that had shown some use, in the lobby adorned with WI stuff and the road bike had their new pedlals. Bee-uttiful stuff they make. There were also derailers, canti-brakes, cranks, hubs and all. They're quite nice down home folks. The shop is in Petaluma, and looks to employ 8 to 10 people. Sorry no pictures or other tidbits, I was too much in awe visiting Mecca. Nice looking bikes on your Flickr page John! Phil B On Apr 9, 10:45 am, John Ferguson rfj1...@yahoo.com wrote: I just purchased a set of White pedals for my Toei.http://www.flickr.com/photos/36397...@n06/ --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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: Question for campy only please!
Hi Rene - I ran my shimano 7 speed hub with a re-spaced cassette using my 9 speed Campy brifters. No shiftmate necessary. I think your 8 speed setup could work just as well. The Campy spacing is 3.0mm for 9 speed. Just unassemble your cassette and replace the spacers. I got mine from Loose Screws - they are the same diameter as a standard Shimano bottom bracket spacer. I used a combination of smaller widths since a 3.0mm wasn't offered. Phil B On Apr 9, 6:29 am, Rene valbu...@ix.netcom.com wrote: I should have said: I wanted to use it with my 8-speed SHIMANO rear gearing in conjunction with shiftmate. Thanks again. On Apr 9, 6:26 am, Rene valbu...@ix.netcom.com wrote: I need an expert eye on this ebay item. Campagnolo 9-speed chorus ergo shifter. I am interested on it because I want to use it with my 8- speed rear gearing in conjunction with shiftmate. I already bid on it and withdrew when the owner suddenly was not sure if it was post-2001 based on a comment of a probable buy who was also considering buying it. http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:I... By the way, the bidding ends Apr-09-09 22:12:54 PDT. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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: How Much Tape is Too Much Tape?
On Mar 18, 2:43 am, Angus angusle...@sbcglobal.net wrote: Perhaps it is a hand size thing... I have large hands and find larger diameter bars more comfortable. My Atlantis has two+ wraps of un-shellaced cotton which I find more comfortable than the single wrap on other bikes. I think Cyclofiend was refering to two layers of cork wrap not cloth wrap, and yeah, I agree the OP should try the two layers of cork first before shellacking. One other consideration is how much padding your gloves may have, if you wear them. Phil B --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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: Saluki and Big Wood Hetre
Gino - I don't have a bike set up at present to take the Hetres, but do run the Cypres Green on my fendered winter fixed gear. I didn't have such great luck with the first set of Cypres I had. A number of flats deflated my confidence in them. I did remember the quality of the ride though, and purchased another set into which I immediatley installed the flat-away strips from Panaracer. I've got about 1000 miles on them now without any flats. I couldn't tell if the second batch was any different from the first, which was the original batch to hit the states. So if it's true the Hetre was built beefier than the Cypres I'd worry less about flatting. Happy trails. Phil B Sonoma County --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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 -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
