Re: [RBW] Done
Inspired! On Jan 10, 2015, at 10:37 PM, Chris Chen wrote: Can't stop staring at the bike. All the different classifications crammed into one. Noodles? Big fenders? Rad knobby tires? I've named it after Taco Cabana, the all night mexican fast food chain that's part of any Austinite's upbringing: https://www.flickr.com/photos/lumachrome/16249801071/ Cheers! -- I want the kind of six pack you can't drink. -- Micah -- 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 http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. James Warren jimcwar...@earthlink.net - 700x33 -- 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 http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Done
Well done! It looks like it will be a fun ride! -- 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 http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Done
You are truly a man of vision. I knew the frame would turn out a cool bike, but it is much better than my imagination. Well done...and entertaining! Chris Johnson Sanger, Texas -- 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 http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Done
Can't stop staring at the bike. All the different classifications crammed into one. Noodles? Big fenders? Rad knobby tires? I've named it after Taco Cabana, the all night mexican fast food chain that's part of any Austinite's upbringing: https://www.flickr.com/photos/lumachrome/16249801071/ Cheers! -- I want the kind of six pack you can't drink. -- Micah -- 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 http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Done.
Hardest part about my trip is having to go through 2 weeks of photos to edit. Photos will be up. I'll post them with some stories. Maybe on a blog or something. By far the experience of a lifetime. Looking forward to reflecting. One photo to proved that I finished: http://flic.kr/p/cNWRXG Manny My brothers take better pictures then me Acosta -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/OOddDB82vmsJ. 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] Done.
Looking forward to seeing pictures, reading stories and a ride report. Welcome back Manny! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/W7s92W2BPzwJ. 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.
Re: [RBW] Done talking myself into like the moustache.
Hi Scotty. The search for the right bars for the right bike can definitely be categorized under the journey of self-discovery. There are a lot of neat handlebars out there, and a good number of them will sing like sirens as you sail from one website to the next. But, I think what it all boils down to is that 90% (or more--probably more) of the time we ride a given bike, we are riding in a certain position. Find out what that position is and try to recreate that on the bike you are working on, given the differences in geometry, saddle position, handlebars, etc. For instance, if you are feeling that the moustaches are too long a reach, and you are in an upright-y position given the dirt drops, you may need to move your saddle back a bit, to recreate the right distance between hands and center of gravity that other, comfortable setups gave you. In other words, I have had a bit of whiskey and beer tonight and am now meting out advice, so take that into account Good luck, Lee On Sat, Apr 7, 2012 at 10:41 PM, Scotty bongos...@verizon.net wrote: I have given myself about a year to like my moustache handlebars. I really want to like them, they look so freaking good on my bike, but I dont. Now I am just not sure what direction I want to go, but I know that I want to be more upright, and I dont want to replace the whole cockpit. I want bars that will take my roadbike brake levers and bar end shifters. Even with the dirt drop stem I feel I am leaning forward too far in the position where the brakes are. I could use some suggestions for bars that give me a closer flat section near the brakes that wont force me to buy everything new. Just the bar. Am I dreaming? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/8j2o5z4LURoJ. 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. -- 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.
Re: [RBW] Done talking myself into like the moustache.
Yep, the saddle position makes a BIG difference with Moustache Bars. In my opinion, they only work if you can get a good distance behind the BB, then bring the bars to you. Joe only a little wine Bernard Vallejo, CA. On Sunday, April 8, 2012 12:55:46 AM UTC-7, Lee Chae wrote: Hi Scotty. The search for the right bars for the right bike can definitely be categorized under the journey of self-discovery. There are a lot of neat handlebars out there, and a good number of them will sing like sirens as you sail from one website to the next. But, I think what it all boils down to is that 90% (or more--probably more) of the time we ride a given bike, we are riding in a certain position. Find out what that position is and try to recreate that on the bike you are working on, given the differences in geometry, saddle position, handlebars, etc. For instance, if you are feeling that the moustaches are too long a reach, and you are in an upright-y position given the dirt drops, you may need to move your saddle back a bit, to recreate the right distance between hands and center of gravity that other, comfortable setups gave you. In other words, I have had a bit of whiskey and beer tonight and am now meting out advice, so take that into account Good luck, Lee On Sat, Apr 7, 2012 at 10:41 PM, Scotty bongos...@verizon.net wrote: I have given myself about a year to like my moustache handlebars. I really want to like them, they look so freaking good on my bike, but I dont. Now I am just not sure what direction I want to go, but I know that I want to be more upright, and I dont want to replace the whole cockpit. I want bars that will take my roadbike brake levers and bar end shifters. Even with the dirt drop stem I feel I am leaning forward too far in the position where the brakes are. I could use some suggestions for bars that give me a closer flat section near the brakes that wont force me to buy everything new. Just the bar. Am I dreaming? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/8j2o5z4LURoJ. 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. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/RkwBbdvRQp4J. 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.
Re: [RBW] Done talking myself into like the moustache.
Don't move the saddle to adjust bar comfort! At least, that method has many liabilities. Rather, get the saddle where it is supposed to be, given your preferred pedaling style, build and so forth; then get the right stem to put the bar where you want it. -- Patrick Moore Albuquerque, NM For professional resumes, contact Patrick Moore, ACRW http://resumespecialties.com/index.html -- 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.
Re: [RBW] Done talking myself into like the moustache.
On Sun, 2012-04-08 at 02:15 -0600, PATRICK MOORE wrote: Don't move the saddle to adjust bar comfort! At least, that method has many liabilities. Rather, get the saddle where it is supposed to be, given your preferred pedaling style, build and so forth; then get the right stem to put the bar where you want it. Agreed. However, if the saddle /isn't/ where it should be for you, it could cause hand discomfort. I like Peter White's article on bike fit: http://peterwhitecycles.com/fitting.htm -- 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] Done talking myself into like the moustache.
The orthodox solution is a Nitto Noodle. An unorthodox solution is the Salsa Woodchipper. I'd rather suggest the Salsa Cowbell, but that one is 31.8 and will not fit a quill stem. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/LD6_8yB5b64J. 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.
Re: [RBW] Done talking myself into like the moustache.
Good point. As I like to repeat ad nauseam, hand/arm/shoulder/neck comfort depends largely on saddle position. On Sun, Apr 8, 2012 at 5:28 AM, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote: On Sun, 2012-04-08 at 02:15 -0600, PATRICK MOORE wrote: Don't move the saddle to adjust bar comfort! At least, that method has many liabilities. Rather, get the saddle where it is supposed to be, given your preferred pedaling style, build and so forth; then get the right stem to put the bar where you want it. Agreed. However, if the saddle /isn't/ where it should be for you, it could cause hand discomfort. I like Peter White's article on bike fit: http://peterwhitecycles.com/fitting.htm -- 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. -- Patrick Moore Albuquerque, NM For professional resumes, contact Patrick Moore, ACRW http://resumespecialties.com/index.html -- 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] Done talking myself into like the moustache.
I have given myself about a year to like my moustache handlebars. I really want to like them, they look so freaking good on my bike, but I dont. Now I am just not sure what direction I want to go, but I know that I want to be more upright, and I dont want to replace the whole cockpit. I want bars that will take my roadbike brake levers and bar end shifters. Even with the dirt drop stem I feel I am leaning forward too far in the position where the brakes are. I could use some suggestions for bars that give me a closer flat section near the brakes that wont force me to buy everything new. Just the bar. Am I dreaming? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/8j2o5z4LURoJ. 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.
