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on 3/18/10 11:37 AM, usuk2007 at clive.stand...@umassmed.edu wrote:
I've seen the Roadeo with B17's and maybe Fizik saddles, but not one
with a Brooks Swift or Swallow which would seem to be the ideal way to
go. Classic
I wasn't riding in bibs, but I did have padded briefs and a thin pad
in my knickers. I think my weight might be an issue too, at 190lbs I
was probably compressing the padding. On the Brooks I just bend the
leather.
On Mar 19, 4:09 pm, Aaron Thomas aaron.a.tho...@gmail.com wrote:
usuk2007: were
too heavy and from what I read
wouldn't be as comfortable as the Swift
is turning out to be
On Mar 19, 6:10 pm, Patrick in VT psh...@drm.com wrote:
On Mar 19, 4:38 pm, usuk2007 clive.stand...@umassmed.edu wrote:
I just think
the B17 looks a little clunky on the Roadeo.
i think it depends
I've seen the Roadeo with B17's and maybe Fizik saddles, but not one
with a Brooks Swift or Swallow which would seem to be the ideal way to
go. Classic, but made to ride fast and they still have bag loops.
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I have VOs Alpina 48/34 crank and I like it a lot, however, the sides
of the spider arms could be finished better. It looks good on an
lugged Italian bike though
http://www.wheelsofchance.org
I'd love to see a 110/74 or 95/58 readily available double so that I
don't have to use a 110/74 triple
,
hence my recent purchase from
De Rosa in Italy
I remember we discussed sizing a while back but did not know you went
ahead and bought the De Rosa.
Very nice. Very classic Italian look. Bet it rides like a dream.
On Mar 1, 2:37 pm, usuk2007 clive.stand...@umassmed.edu wrote:
I completely
20lbs for motel touring is excellent. If I'm doing that I just leave
my
tent, sleeping, bag, sleeping pad and cooking stuff behind and my
gear, bags and rack weigh 16lbs
On Feb 5, 8:19 am, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote:
On Thu, 2010-02-04 at 21:09 -0800, usuk2007 wrote:
Yes Henry
, but I've found
that rubber soled Tai-Chi/Kung fu shoes are good for off the bike
activities and going to the shower
blocks.
On Feb 5, 3:02 pm, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote:
On Fri, 2010-02-05 at 11:39 -0800, usuk2007 wrote:
20lbs for motel touring is excellent. If I'm doing that I just
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I ride
.
http://www3.dealtime.com/xPO-Tecnica_Tecnica_Pacmoc_Men_s
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FYI here is a traditional three bag set up using some ultralight
principles that will allow indefinite, unsupported, civilized, three
season touring at a weight of 22lbs. It can be installed on any bike,
road, touring, mountain as it requires no eyelets and even if you
don’t have saddlebag loops
Yes Henry Kingman's setup was an inspiration.
On Feb 4, 7:39 pm, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote:
On Thu, 2010-02-04 at 09:54 -0800, usuk2007 wrote:
FYI here is a traditional three bag set up using some ultralight
principles that will allow indefinite, unsupported, civilized, three
I tour on my Quickbeam and run 16-18 Dos-Eno on one side and a 22t
freewheel on the other. The 32/22 combo is a good one for climbing,
but even that wasn't low enough for some of the 20% gradients on the
North Yorkshire Moors last spring.
There are just too many silly acronyms on this forum
IHA
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95% of this bag is great, but the last 5% makes it a real pain to use.
I love the material, minimalist construction, velcro attachments and
the size is perfect. That's the 95%. However, the bag is ridiculously
difficult to get into. The single rear zip just doesn't offer enough
access so you end
95% of this bag is great, but the last 5% makes it a real pain to use.
I love the material, minimalist construction, velcro attachments and
the size is perfect. That's the 95%. However, the bag is ridiculously
difficult to get into. The single rear zip just doesn't offer enough
access so you end
I understand the desire to ride before you buy, but why didn't you
consider
the De Rosa Neo Primato. That's lugged steel and you can even get it
with a threaded stem. De Rosa dealers will fit you before you buy as
well
and at $2k it's not a bad deal.
I had a similar decision to make as you a few
Now that Roadeos are being delivered I'd be interested to know what
parts folks are putting on them. Campy, Sram, Shimano., TA Sugino,
Ultegra Dura Ace etc and what the cost is coming to.
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Also try
http://www.wiggle.co.uk
They have excellent deals of Carradice stuff and good shipping rates
and speed.
I've ordered from them a few times and the service is great.
On Nov 21, 1:20 am, gerg superwe...@gmail.com wrote:
Hello,
I am in the market for Carradice Camper saddle bag. I cant
+1 on the saddlebag. A Carradice Barley needs no rear rack on all but
the smallest of bikes and you can use
a Bagman for a larger bag like a Nelson Longflap or Camper.
Here is a link to my setup. I'm carrying everything for an extended
tour and the only rack on the bike is an Expedition Bagman.
, I get you.
In my experience, the sizes do go down. My Hilsen was 59cm. Late
80s, early 90s I rode a 57 Basso. I recently rode a friend's classic
56 Masi and felt just fine.
On Oct 20, 8:24 pm, usuk2007 clive.stand...@umassmed.edu wrote:
The Ram to the Neo Primato are very different
the real thing. Just looking for folks
out there with experience riding both geometries.
On Oct 21, 5:17 am, gunnara gunn...@gmx.de wrote:
On Oct 20, 10:32 pm, usuk2007 clive.stand...@umassmed.edu wrote: To keep
the relative sizing posts going I thought I'd put this one out
for consideration. I
I'm not sure I get this. You can uses spacers with a threaded headset
too.
On Oct 20, 11:23 am, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery
thill@gmail.com wrote:
Actually what I was trying to say was that the frame size does NOT
affect the handlebar height, provided you start with an uncut steerer
and
, because the height is no longer limited
by frame size. (even then, rider weight distribution on the bike is
more important than tt length, but for any given model, tt length is
the variable we can look at)
On Oct 21, 7:34 am, usuk2007 clive.stand...@umassmed.edu wrote:
I'm not sure I get
To keep the relative sizing posts going I thought I'd put this one out
for consideration. I ride a 56cm Rambouillet and my stats are PBH=81cm
and Height = 5'10. What size De Rosa Neo Primato should I get? I'm
tending towards the 54cm c-c (56cm c-t) as the 74 deg seat angle will
put the top of the
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At risk of this being your point, won't your use and riding position
on the De Rosa be different enough from the Rambo as to make any sort
of comparison moot?
On Oct 20, 3:32 pm, usuk2007 clive.stand...@umassmed.edu wrote:
To keep the relative sizing posts going I thought I'd put
in the fall. If I'm camping in the
winter I add a Montbell thermawrap jacket
On Oct 17, 10:28 pm, Bone Killian vi...@bonius.com wrote:
On Oct 13, 3:16 pm, usuk2007 clive.stand...@umassmed.edu wrote:
Take a look at
www.jacksrbetter.com
They do a nice line of down sleeping quilts. They pack down small
The tote is the first sackville bag the I like, the rest look clunky
and ugly to me. I was going to buy a medium but Riv is sold out right
now.
On Oct 15, 2:42 pm, Lesli lesli.lar...@gmail.com wrote:
I have one too. Mine has a nice rigid form that stands up on its own
when placed on the
Glad to see the back of them. Maybe most people thought like me and
they just didn't sell well
On Oct 14, 1:07 am, Seth Vidal skvi...@gmail.com wrote:
Just curious - did speedblends just go out of production or did they
get shelved for some other reason? I've never ridden on tires with
Take a look at
www.jacksrbetter.com
They do a nice line of down sleeping quilts. They pack down small and
don't cost as much as many down bags.
They must be used with a sleeping pad and give you lots of options for
moving about.
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Yes sounds like a great trip. The QB is a great touring bike if you
know the route and plan your gearing appropriately.
I have an emergency 22t freewheel on the flip side of my hub for
really steep stuff, but I still had to push on my last trip.
Did you have to resort to that anywhere?
On Oct
IMHO a combination of Smartwool base layers and Rapha on top works
really well
www.rapha.cc
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Some one else pointed out the folly of waterproof and
breathable. I agree. In my experience, that concept is just pure
fantsay. When it comes to riding hard in the suffering zone, you can
be wet and cold, or wet and warm, but not dry and warm.
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Has anyone experience of using the VO's Viva bag loops with a San
Marco Regal saddle. Specifically can you orient the loops and get them
far enough apart for easy saddlebag installation?
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loops outward slightly at an angle and the straps go through them okay...
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if I was carrying much more...
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Subject: [RBW] Re: Viva bag loops on a San Marco Regal
To comment on Tim's comments
That's a nuisance, especially if you have put the buckles inside the
bag to snug it up against the saddle. You have to open the bag, move
the contents out of the way, do gymnastics to see or blindly undo the
buckles by feel, drag the slightly oversized
Sway should not be an issue with any saddle bag as long as you attach
it to the saddle correctly. Do not us the method shown on the Riv site
with the buckles on the outside. This leaves space between the saddle
and the saddlebag and you'll have to resort to various methods of
strapping the
are from the Riv catalogue too. I was just interested in
the racer spec parts they are using. Will it be Dura Ace 10 sp
On Sep 25, 2:25 pm, Seth Vidal skvi...@gmail.com wrote:
On Fri, Sep 25, 2009 at 2:21 PM, usuk2007 clive.stand...@umassmed.edu
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Does anyone have an idea
, 2009 at 10:47 AM, usuk2007 clive.stand...@umassmed.eduwrote:
Also I'm not a fan of the various quick release mechanisms available.
I disagree. The Carradice Bagman QR support works well, as does the other
device that clamps to the seatpost and has a small QR frame to which the bag
straps
Does anyone have an idea of the parts used to build the comfy vs
light versions of the Roadeo. Just wondering what you get for your
money
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they are using. Will it be Dura Ace 10 sp
On Sep 25, 2:25 pm, Seth Vidal skvi...@gmail.com wrote:
On Fri, Sep 25, 2009 at 2:21 PM, usuk2007 clive.stand...@umassmed.edu wrote:
Does anyone have an idea of the parts used to build the comfy vs
light versions of the Roadeo. Just wondering
Sure I could put a guard on the outer position, but I don't like the
way they look and there's really no need for one given that I'm on the
road most of the time. Over shifting isn't an issue and the double
configuration makes the gearing so much simpler. On a 42t ring I can
ride 95% of any
I've been running a Sugino 110/74 as a 42/26 double for years. With a
11/34 cassette I get 103 to 21 which is good for day rides and
touring.
http://wheelsofchance.org/2009/08/28/if-the-answer-is-42-whats-the-question/
On Sep 1, 10:54 pm, Fai Mao i.am.fai@gmail.com wrote:
I prefer a
$2k for a Riv/Waterford Roadie or $1.5k for a Ebisu Road. Discuss
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I used Shimano MO76 MTB shoes and M324 SPD/platform pedals.
On Aug 21, 12:19 am, Ray Shine r.sh...@sbcglobal.net wrote:
Curious what pedal/shoe combo you used on this tour.
Thanks.
Ray
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. can I pumop your brain if I have more
questions re touring on the QB? Even off-forum?
Ray
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Subject: [RBW] Re: Anyone ever do a cross state tour on a quickbeam
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The Quickbeam is great for touring. I just did a tour the length of
England on mine, go for it!
http://wheelsofchance.org/england-2009/
On Aug 16, 9:23 pm, johnb jbust...@gmail.com wrote:
I am thnking about cycle across NC on it. Might have rocks in my head.
FYI my gearing was 40/32 upfront with a 16/18 White industries
freewheel on one side and a 22t freewheel on the other side.
I used 40x16 90% of the time and changed down to 32x22 for the slog up
onto the North Yorkshire Moors.
On Aug 21, 12:03 am, usuk2007 clive.stand...@umassmed.edu wrote
I just finished a 5 day tour on the Quickbeam from London to North
East England. I used 67 most of the way, but changed to 39 for the
North Yorkshire Moors. The QB is a really nice bike for extended
credit card touring and the ability to reduce the gear inches makes
some steep climbs
a prolonged UK/France tour if I can ever get away
from work. A lot of good information in your account.
One thing, how did the British fancy your Riv? Or are they too
reserved a lot over there to ooh and ahh with someone they do not
know?
On May 28, 5:35 am, usuk2007 clive.stand
Don't know about the bags, but I love the website
On May 7, 9:06 am, Andrew Karre andrew.ka...@gmail.com wrote:
I've used a medium SuperPro for commuting nearly every day for six
years. It was worth every penny--one of the best cycling purchases
I've ever made.
On May 6, 4:30 pm, Eric
I have Gen I fail on me, but got it replaced free of charge and the
Gen II is going strong
On May 5, 5:51 pm, Garth garth...@gmail.com wrote:
To the users of the Mark II IRD Freewheels, have they been problem
free?
I'm about to get a new set of wheels, and want to make sure the IRD
FW's
Any criticism of the QB comes from love. The worst attitude would be
indifference. There will always be things that we wish were slightly
different, but I'm glad that no bike is perfect because then there'd
be no reason to buy another one.
Yesterday was beautifully sunny and I polished up the
I find the stock 40x18 top a bit annoying on the flats so I installed
a 16/18 White Industries freewheel.
Then to turn the QB into a better touring bike I put a 22t freewheel
on the other side of the hub. The
genius of the angled drop outs lets me go from 40/16 to 32/22 when a
steep hill looms.
I know I'm being the iconoclast here, but even the new pictures don't
make me like the new colour scheme any better. The bike looks anemic
and the decals look almost half finished. This on the back of that
Betty Foy head badge makes me weep.
On Apr 25, 5:48 pm, EricP ericpl...@aol.com wrote:
In
In a recent post I was asking about a frame to build up in a more go-
fast style and in looking on cyclofiend.com I saw the Legolas and
realized it would be almost perfect, does anyone know if another run
is in the works?
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On Apr 23, 6:33 pm, cm chrispmur...@hotmail.com wrote:
Just noticed this on the site:
Sneak peak can be found here. We are building and shipping them AQAP.
http://www.rivbike.com/products/list/bicycle_models#product=50-150
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I followed the link all excited to see the new QB and I must say I
don't like the colour scheme.
What's going on at RBW? I find myself writing a lot of negative
comments and I don't really want to,
but that silver and blue doesn't come close to the green or orange
QBs. My orange QB is my
When I'm out on my QB I get a lot of puzzled stares from other
cyclists. They can't see any derailleurs, yet it still has 2
chainrings..scratching of heads all round. When I show them the
digital shift mechanism they love it. I have mine with
a 16/18 double freewheel on one side and a 22t
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On 20 Apr, 04:44, usuk2007 clive.stand...@umassmed.edu wrote:
http://www.wiggle.co.uk/p/cycle/7/Exustar_SRT_707_Commuter~Office_Sho...
I noticed my old Shimano MTB shoes were getting a bit old yesterday so
I looked for something new
be perfect. Looks like
I'll have to buy a pair from the UK to see.
On Apr 20, 10:41 pm, Chuck ck...@speakeasy.net wrote:
I have not personally seen these shoes but they sure look nice in
pictures if you want something office fancy: www.dromarti.com.
Cheers,
Chuck
On Apr 19, 7:44 pm, usuk2007
http://www.wiggle.co.uk/p/cycle/7/Exustar_SRT_707_Commuter~Office_Shoe/5360041403/
I noticed my old Shimano MTB shoes were getting a bit old yesterday so
I looked for something new
and came up with these traditional looking SPD compatible leather
shoes. Does anyone have experience with them?
, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote:
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 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? Mercian,
Independant fabrications?
Wide noodles are great for long days. I have them on 3 bikes and will
never use any other
drop bar. I also have some Albatross bars on my shopping bike and they
are perfect for
upright riding through traffic. Can't do the moustache bars though.
On Apr 16, 5:40 pm, dpco dcompton1...@sbcglobal.net
.
On Apr 14, 11:10 pm, David Estes cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote:
This is the only Lone Wolf cyclist I'm aware of:
http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_wb8bAl1P-N0/Scd_PFqVkpI/Go0/OmfzWsq...
On Tue, Apr 14, 2009 at 6:01 PM, usuk2007 clive.stand...@umassmed.eduwrote:
I groan at the lifestyle
I'm interested in the amount of comment my original question has
provoked. From all that I can learn from reading and sales
interactions RBW seems like a good company. I like their bikes (I have
3), but nothing is perfect and all great things are worthy of
criticism and that should be encouraged
. Or, maybe like
music that you don't always like at first, but really grows on you. I
thought John Coltrane was tedious at one point in my life. Now I want
Interstellar Space on vinyl AND iTunes :-)
Paul
On Tue, Apr 14, 2009 at 7:02 PM, usuk2007 clive.stand...@umassmed.eduwrote:
I'm interested
I'm with you on the love for Carradice, although I'm biased as I'm
from the UK and used
one on my bike back in the 1970s. I think Acorn is a close second
because they are
making simple practical bags.
I also agree about the Sackvilles, I just can't love them, the look
busy and sort
of weird.
I'd love to see a build list on that 21lb Ram. Mine's at 25lbs but
it's set up for touring.
Loosing the B17 and getting a lighter wheel set might help...
On Apr 12, 5:56 pm, bpus...@aol.com wrote:
In a message dated 4/12/2009 5:20:25 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,
ginoza...@gmail.com writes:
Both are 56cm
On Apr 10, 11:01 pm, stanwas...@bellsouth.net wrote:
If you don't mind my asking, what size are the bikes?
Stan
Columbia, SC
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Things I love
Rambouillet, Quickbeam angled dropouts, Ruffy Tuffy tyres
Things that make me groan
Speedblend tyres, Nigel Smyth mud flaps.
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have to disappoint you...sorry
On Apr 10, 1:23 pm, Horace max...@sdf.lonestar.org wrote:
On Fri, Apr 10, 2009 at 5:34 AM, usuk2007 clive.stand
Good one.:-). I wonder if he left it like that for a 100 years if
it would develop some beausage. Kidding apart it's nice to see some
real life bike pics on the Riv site, it would be nice to see a few
more.
On Apr 10, 8:12 pm, David Estes cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote:
Inspiration for the
I know some of how you feel, I don't do fixed, but have my Quickbeam
set up with
a 67 gear and just got back from 4 repeats of riding up Belmont Hill
MA on
Clifton St to the Arlington Water tower. It averages 5% for 1.3miles
with a couple
of short 10% bits. I'm 48 and 200lbs so this is an
PS ride was done in a Walz Wool Worsted cap
On Apr 9, 10:05 pm, usuk2007 clive.stand...@umassmed.edu wrote:
I know some of how you feel, I don't do fixed, but have my Quickbeam
set up with
a 67 gear and just got back from 4 repeats of riding up Belmont Hill
MA on
Clifton St to the Arlington
Those are classics. Even though Palin is poking fun at all the Freds
he must have
seen touring in his youth he still captures some of the fun of touring
with the
smile on his face as he ambles along and all the adventures he
encounters along the way.
On Apr 7, 2:03 pm, Karl M
If you order from the UK the Nelson Longflap and the Camper Longflap
can be had for 50 pounds. At current exchange rates thats $75. I
looked into it further and delivery costs a whopping 30 pounds making
the total is $112 once VAT is taken off. So the 50% saving doesn't
hold up with delivery, but
Check out waltz caps they do a Large which has plenty of room in it. I
have
one of their small/mediums in a tropical weight worsted wool and
really like it
http://walzcaps.com/caps_unique.html
On Apr 5, 4:00 pm, bpus...@aol.com wrote:
My problem is I have a big head (hey, watch it!). I wear a
Big saddle bags have been around for decades. Carradice do a couple
with a 24L capacity, the Camper and Super C. This isn't as big as
the Sackville Large, but compares with the medium. My personal
favourite is the Nelson Longflap with an 18L capacity which I use for
touring. The Carradice bags
This is an interesting bit about touring and also shows the UK as it
was in the 1970s...very nostalgic for me.
Nice use of Carradice capes and saddlebags is shown in part 2
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zKfNK...eature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dahGaL6ehjcNR=1
Sorry bad link, part 1 is at
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zKfNKNxntY0feature=related
On Apr 4, 7:51 pm, usuk2007 clive.stand...@umassmed.edu wrote:
This is an interesting bit about touring and also shows the UK as it
was in the 1970s...very nostalgic for me.
Nice use of Carradice capes
I'll be cc touring in the UK on my QB this summer. I use free wheels
and have several
gear options, even 32x22 for the hills, although 40x16 works well most
of the time.
http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/England2009
On Mar 27, 1:28 pm, Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com wrote:
Touring on the
+1 on wrapping the curved part of the bars to give another hand
position.
I also installed some interrupter brakes.
http://www.cyclofiend.com/cc/2008/cc181r2-clivestandley0808.html
On Mar 8, 12:02 am, Bill M. bmenn...@comcast.net wrote:
I wrapped the area forward of the brake levers on mine.
The quickbeam has helped me improve my climbing. I have it set up with
40/32 in front
18/16 freewheel on one side and 22 on the other. I use the 22 with the
32 front when
the hills are just too much for me.
I'll be credit card touring on it this spring
Yes I saw them, but there's no price up yet
Have you seen the handlebar bags that Adam at zugster is working on?
holy crap are they gorgeous:
info on the bag:http://www.zugsterbags.com/blog/more-rando-bag-progress
pictures:http://flickr.com/photos/aalpern/tags/handlebarbag/
seriously,
The large Sackville at 23L is the same size as the Carradice Super C
or Camper
but the Sackville costs twice as much.
The bags look well made, but they also look fussy and I don't like the
boxy shape.
Rivendell also persists in fastening the saddle strap buckles outside
the bag. Maybe
you an do
+1 on buying directly form the UK. Lots of stock at St John's Street
and
with the exchange rate at $1.40 to the pound the bags are good value.
You'll get a great bag and save $80. Here's what I pack in a 18L
Nelson Longflap and a 9 L Junior (used as a bar bag) for weeks of
credit card touring
I have 40/32 crank and 16/18 and 22 freewheels on my QB. 90%
of the time I'm in 40/16. 32/22 is for tough hills. I rarely use the
other
combos.
I'll be credit card touring through England on it in late spring so I
might use more of the gears then,
http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/England2009
I ride 40/32 up front with a 16/18 White Ind dual freewheel on one
side and a 22t freewheel on the other.
In that mode I do credit card touring
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I use a 42t ring with a 6 speed 13-28 IRD freewheel. It's great for
around town. It originally
had a 1st generation 7 speed IRD freewheel, but that failed and I got
the new one free
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For a touring set up I'd do a 42/26 front crank with a 13/32, 6 speed
IRD freewheel
This would give you a range form 87 to 22
On Dec 5, 11:12 am, PATRICK MOORE [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
If I were to build up a freewheeling multispeed again, I'd probably stop at
five, six or seven gears and
Well said! It also really depends on what style of riding you prefer.
As I like to go mostly light touring or do long distance weekend rides
on the road the Ram gets my vote. It's a plus that it can deal with
the dirt when I feel so inclined. The journey of the Crane Bros
through Central Asian
inflated. A
fatter, softer tire might tend to hide differences in the feel between the
models.
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From: usuk2007 [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Subject: [RBW] Re: Is the Ram the closest thing to perfect bike? I think so.
To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw
Jim,
I agree with your comments, the Riv bikes are different, which is why
I lament the loss
of the road/sport tourer end of the model spectrum. There's the
Legolas, but it's a bit
too lightweight and specialized and the AHH has just too long a wheel
base and is
just that bit heavy to be a real
.
peace,
michael
westford, vt
On Nov 23, 1:40 pm, usuk2007 [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
That's why I compared the ride of the Ram with 32mm tyres to that of
the Atlantis with 26x1.25 tyres.
That's the closest to comparing apples to apples as your going to
get. When you do that the Ram
I'm a bit perplexed with the drift of Riv away from the lighter end
of the frame spectrum. The current frames and new ones just on the
horizon look exciting, but there's a big void where the Ram was once.
I have an Atlantis and love it, but the Ram is by far my favourite
bike; fast enough to feel
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