[RBW] Re: Tires, was making Clem a Gravel Bike

2023-06-05 Thread Ted Durant
On Monday, June 5, 2023 at 2:47:30 PM UTC-5 I wrote: That section is from Soma, not Riv, and it says, "There is a pervasive myth that thin, "supple" tire sidewalls are essential to a smooth and cushy ride. That is misleading at best, bullshit at worst." (I could be wrong, but I don't think

[RBW] Re: Tires, tubes and Cliffhangers

2022-11-06 Thread DavidP
I have bikes with a variety of wheel sizes and mostly stock up on 27.5 tubes as they work with 26-29" wheels. I try not to stray too much from the tube's recommended tire width though. That said if the smaller 26" tube is preventing the tire beads from fitting into the center of the rim while

[RBW] Re: Tires, tubes and Cliffhangers

2022-11-05 Thread J.C. Bryant
I've not mounted the Homage, but I've mounted a wide array of tires to Cliffhangers, both in 26 and 650b. Wire bead tires are fairly easy to mount, especially with the depth of the well and the amount of internal space. A bit harder time than I've had with other rims, but not so bad.

[RBW] Re: Tires for Sale + Seat Posts+Rotors

2021-08-31 Thread Tim Bantham
Items #6 and 7 are sold along with the 26.8 seatpost. If you interested in any of the remaining items send me a DM along with your location so I can provide a shipping estimate. If you are not aware the average consumer like you and I pay high prices for shipping. Please factor in the

[RBW] Re: Tires for Sale + Seat Posts+Rotors

2021-08-30 Thread saintruggler
PM sent for 26.8 seatpost. On Sunday, August 29, 2021 at 1:24:02 PM UTC-7 Tim Bantham wrote: > Hello Riv friends. Cleaned out my basement and organized my selection of > used tires. Many, not all, had been set up tubeless at one time or another > which means there is dried out sealant in them.

[RBW] Re: Tires for Sale + Seat Posts+Rotors

2021-08-29 Thread jeffbog...@hotmail.com
PMsent On Sunday, 29 August 2021 at 15:24:02 UTC-5 Tim Bantham wrote: > Hello Riv friends. Cleaned out my basement and organized my selection of > used tires. Many, not all, had been set up tubeless at one time or another > which means there is dried out sealant in them. Not harmful just worth

[RBW] Re: Tires and seat posts more important for comfort than frame material?

2020-08-23 Thread George Millwood
I bought an aluminium Cannondale Touring bike back in '98. It was an ST1000 from memeory. I found it uncomfortable. So I changed the seat, the stem (two or three times), the handlebars (three or four times) , the seat post, the pedals, the tyres, added mudguards (fenders), mudflaps and

[RBW] Re: Tires and seat posts more important for comfort than frame material?

2020-08-23 Thread ascpgh
If you narrow from a complicated system a single variable and measure it with a selection of test items, you'll get data. Yes, a rigid frame's seat post, saddle, wheel components and tires will contribute more to "comfort" if you say vertical compliance equals comfort. What about lateral

[RBW] Re: Tires and seat posts more important for comfort than frame material?

2020-08-22 Thread Ryan M.
I had a Trek Emonda SL6 (full carbon bike with a bontrager saddle that looked like it would cut you in half and 25mm tires) for a few years and that bike was super comfortable and really fast feeling, especially going uphill. You wouldn't think that bike should have been as comfortable as it

[RBW] Re: Tires and seat posts more important for comfort than frame material?

2020-08-22 Thread Ed Carolipio
I don't disagree with what he says but he could have been done in a minute by stating the obvious: the up-and-down movement of your derriere is not driven by the frame material since it turns out double diamond frames are vertically stiff. I'd recommend watching Jeff Jones demonstrate the

[RBW] Re: Tires and seat posts more important for comfort than frame material?

2020-08-21 Thread masmojo
That guy in the video is a little annoying, but the information is spot on! (One reason I don't really enjoy the handful of seat post Concept) Old aluminum Cannondale's, Kleins and other Aluminum bikes were VERY stiff and definitely would beat you up even with sloping top tubes and long seat

[RBW] Re: Tires and seat posts more important for comfort than frame material?

2020-08-21 Thread Benz Ouyang, Sunnyvale, CA
On Friday, August 21, 2020 at 2:19:25 PM UTC-7 Andrew Turner wrote: > …Hell, if I had the money, the eye for carbon and murdered-out > componentry, and rode bikes for no purpose other than to ride a bike, I > probably would prefer the ride quality of an Open U.P.(P.E.R.) with the > fattest

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires and seat posts more important for comfort than frame material?

2020-08-21 Thread Steve Palincsar
On 8/21/20 5:19 PM, Andrew Turner wrote: I like this guy's videos as they're very thorough but not daunting. It's not exactly anything super controversial though. Basically all frames have  close to 0 vertical compliance by themselves before factoring in seatposts, tires, etc. Totally checks

[RBW] Re: Tires and seat posts more important for comfort than frame material?

2020-08-21 Thread Andrew Turner
I like this guy's videos as they're very thorough but not daunting. It's not exactly anything super controversial though. Basically all frames have close to 0 vertical compliance by themselves before factoring in seatposts, tires, etc. Totally checks out, frames use the same tech as bridges

[RBW] Re: tires

2020-06-16 Thread Joel Stern
Thank you, is that another google group? On Tuesday, June 16, 2020 at 4:17:37 PM UTC-4, franklyn wrote: > > There is a thread on the 650b group on tires, which may pertain here. I > used to have the Bleriot and it can fit 42mm tires with fenders. For this > width, I think the other thread

Re: [RBW] Re: tires

2020-06-16 Thread Joel Stern
Thanks On Tuesday, June 16, 2020 at 4:38:20 PM UTC-4, ttoshi wrote: > > My best price performance point is with GB Hetre ELs, but Gravelkings have > better flat protection (not quite as nice ride imo). I have not tried the > SOMA GRs, which are priced well too. > > Lots of nice tires as

Re: [RBW] Re: tires

2020-06-16 Thread Toshi Takeuchi
My best price performance point is with GB Hetre ELs, but Gravelkings have better flat protection (not quite as nice ride imo). I have not tried the SOMA GRs, which are priced well too. Lots of nice tires as Franklyn says. Toshi On Tue, Jun 16, 2020 at 1:17 PM franklyn wrote: > There is a

[RBW] Re: tires

2020-06-16 Thread franklyn
There is a thread on the 650b group on tires, which may pertain here. I used to have the Bleriot and it can fit 42mm tires with fenders. For this width, I think the other thread mentioned GB Hetres, Rene Herse Babyshoe Pass, and Panaracer Parimoto and Gravelking slicks. There are probably

[RBW] Re: tires

2020-06-16 Thread Joel Stern
That should be and one Panaracer, sorry for the typo On Tuesday, June 16, 2020 at 3:59:33 PM UTC-4, Joel Stern wrote: > > I currently have Grand Bois on the Bleriot. They start out with very > little tread and now are pretty slick. I miscalculated the miles on my > bike, the speedometer says

[RBW] Re: Tires for Hillborne: talk me out of 48mm Soma Fabrications Supple Vitesse EX TR

2020-03-12 Thread Conway Bennett
Pancake, I have these Specialized tires too. Not supple but slick and durable. These I belt are also out of production. I would bundle all four for $60 net to me. https://www.amaincycling.com/specialized-fatboy-tire-tan-sidewall-29-x-1.7-700c-x-45mm-003e-0345-p/p578879 -- You received this

[RBW] Re: Tires for Hillborne: talk me out of 48mm Soma Fabrications Supple Vitesse EX TR

2020-03-12 Thread Pancake
> > The Compass tire is nice but I had to many issues so I had the Shikoro 48s > on my 56 Sam. NOt as supple but smooth and no flats. Very good to hear, maybe this will be my next tire ... for now I've got the 38mm G-one speed tires arriving in the mail today (hopefully). Very helpful to know

[RBW] Re: Tires for Hillborne: talk me out of 48mm Soma Fabrications Supple Vitesse EX TR

2020-03-12 Thread Conway Bennett
I have a set of resist nomad 700 x 45d in skinwall which came off of my Sam Hillborne that I that I would sell. Total dark horse in this category and I believe they are out of production. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.

[RBW] Re: Tires for Hillborne: talk me out of 48mm Soma Fabrications Supple Vitesse EX TR

2020-03-12 Thread Hayden
The Compass tire is nice but I had to many issues so I had the Shikoro 48s on my 56 Sam. NOt as supple but smooth and no flats. On Sunday, March 8, 2020 at 4:54:23 PM UTC-7, Pancake wrote: > > My Compass Snoqualmie Pass tires are worn out according to Rene Herse - > the rear tire blew (it was

[RBW] Re: Tires for Hillborne: talk me out of 48mm Soma Fabrications Supple Vitesse EX TR

2020-03-10 Thread Pancake
I suspect the Soma Supple Vitesse would have fit based on the Big Bens that barely fit according to these photos from another list member: https://www.flickr.com/photos/46035786@N07/with/15831687195/ But I’m happy with having ordered the 38mm g-one speed tires. I’ll wear them out and call it a

[RBW] Re: Tires for Hillborne: talk me out of 48mm Soma Fabrications Supple Vitesse EX TR

2020-03-10 Thread Jason Fuller
I love Rene Herse tires but I would buy a different brand for tubeless. They seem to be more fickle than other brands for tubeless. Maybe the endurance casing is better? 60 psi is very high for 44c, I run my 42c at 40 - 45 psi. That would be the first adjustment I would make, personally.

[RBW] Re: Tires for Hillborne: talk me out of 48mm Soma Fabrications Supple Vitesse EX TR

2020-03-10 Thread Michael Baquerizo
Did you order them in the 38? Curious to know once you mount them if you think you could have bumped up a size (especially if you think you could and fenders would still fit) On Tuesday, March 10, 2020 at 12:47:05 PM UTC-4, Pancake wrote: > > I’m convinced Adam, though I ordered the “Speed”

[RBW] Re: Tires for Hillborne: talk me out of 48mm Soma Fabrications Supple Vitesse EX TR

2020-03-10 Thread Pancake
I’m convinced Adam, though I ordered the “Speed” because that’s what I have on my Rosco Baby (albeit in 60mm width) and I really enjoy them. I don’t get the Sam in much dirt (the Rosco, my Cheviot, or, if needed, my Salsa El Mariachi!) so it’s my “go slightly faster bike” that will enjoy much

[RBW] Re: Tires for Hillborne: talk me out of 48mm Soma Fabrications Supple Vitesse EX TR

2020-03-09 Thread Adam Leibow
try Schwalbe All Around 700x38 (measure 40mm). similar suppleness/speed as Rene Herse but seem more resilient and have some tread / bite On Sunday, March 8, 2020 at 4:54:23 PM UTC-7, Pancake wrote: > > My Compass Snoqualmie Pass tires are worn out according to Rene Herse - > the rear tire blew

[RBW] Re: Tires for Hillborne: talk me out of 48mm Soma Fabrications Supple Vitesse EX TR

2020-03-08 Thread Pancake
Thanks for the quick reply. Bikes are kept in the garage (inside). I also use the Basketball tires on my Cheviot, 42mm, reflective sidewalls, can be found for close to $20 AND the VERY rarely flat on me (maybe twice in 3,000 miles, just switched to a new pair about 200 miles ago). They’re my

[RBW] Re: Tires for Hillborne: talk me out of 48mm Soma Fabrications Supple Vitesse EX TR

2020-03-08 Thread lambbo
Do you keep your bike outside? I've had a few Compass Steilacoom and Barlow Pass blow out in the sidewalls all of a sudden (scary, in traffic each time), and my theory is it's sun exposure degrading the sidewall after a year or so outdoors in NY. I recently replaced with Conti basketball

[RBW] Re: Tires for Toyo Fatlantis?

2020-02-11 Thread Thomas B
Thanks for the responses everyone! I will mull things a bit and post a picture when I switch things up. Tom On Monday, February 3, 2020 at 1:16:56 PM UTC-8, Adam Leibow wrote: > > the antelope hills are great for mt. tam; i know because i have ridden all > over on my clem L with those tires.

[RBW] Re: Tires for Toyo Fatlantis?

2020-02-03 Thread Adam Leibow
the antelope hills are great for mt. tam; i know because i have ridden all over on my clem L with those tires. rivendell also has these schwalbe g one all arounds that are similarly fast-rolling but have some knobbage that bites if you want that. On Saturday, February 1, 2020 at 10:22:24 AM

[RBW] Re: Tires for Toyo Fatlantis?

2020-02-03 Thread Braxton Colagross
I'm going to +1 on the Thunder Burts as well. Most likely my favorite tire. Addix Speed red. -- 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] Re: Tires for Toyo Fatlantis?

2020-02-02 Thread Justin Kennedy (Brooklyn, NY)
If you're looking for budget options, check out Continental Race Kings or Double Fighter. I've used the latter on my Cheviot when I want to take it off-road (don't laugh!), removing the fenders to fit 2" 29ers. You can find them for super-cheap at the link below ($13 a pop) and they work

[RBW] Re: Tires for Toyo Fatlantis?

2020-02-02 Thread Garth
Any off-road tire will work just fine ! If you're asking the "best thought/opinion/bias " *about* tires , there isn't one. On Saturday, February 1, 2020 at 1:22:24 PM UTC-5, Thomas B wrote: > > I would like to put some bigger tires on my Toyo Atlantis for some of the > steeper off-road

[RBW] Re: Tires for Toyo Fatlantis?

2020-02-01 Thread Mark Schneider
I'm also using the Thunderburts, and while I'm pretty slow anyway, I noticed little speed loss on the pavement compared to my big Rene Herse Antelope Hills or Schwalbe G-ones. And they can often be found cheap. Mark On Saturday, February 1, 2020 at 10:22:24 AM UTC-8, Thomas B wrote: > > I

[RBW] Re: Tires for Toyo Fatlantis?

2020-02-01 Thread 'Deacon Patrick' via RBW Owners Bunch
I'd recommend either the widest knobby Rene Herse tire (though short of snow or uber mud, it really is amazing what can be ridden on their slick tires), or to go wider yes, Schwalbe's Thunder Burts or Racing Ralphs are fantastic all round tires (surprisingly good on asphalt too). 2.1 to 2.25"

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires

2020-01-11 Thread Patrick Moore
You must be hard on tires! I agree that the Elk Pass is not the tire to choose for surfaces with large or sharp rocks, but IME, considerable, the sidewalls are better than those on the Pasela 559 X 32, which quickly degrade. On Fri, Jan 10, 2020 at 8:03 PM 'Tim' via RBW Owners Bunch <

[RBW] Re: Tires

2020-01-11 Thread Carla Waugh
I decided to go without fenders so I could use my Bon Jon Compass tires which I adore. I have Compass tires on my 650B as well. I'm using a medium Donut Sack bag in front and my medium Sackville in back which will help in the event of rain. Thanks for the great thoughts! A small dusting of snow

[RBW] Re: Tires

2020-01-10 Thread tc
Hey Carla, I've have a set of Jon Bon Pass ELs (35mm) on my Roadini ...Awesome, light, quiet, grippy, no flats ... and very cushy, zippy. Like they're not there. I have about 500 mi on them. Highly recommend. I have a set of Snoqualmie Pass (44mm) standard casing tires on my wife's 58 Sam,

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires

2020-01-10 Thread Steve Palincsar
If it was "a bill of goods" we'd all be experiencing problems, and that's just not so. On 1/10/20 10:03 PM, 'Tim' via RBW Owners Bunch wrote: I'm just glad someone finally used the words "fragile" and "Compass" in the same sentence. I think Jan has really sold folks a bill of goods. (And I

[RBW] Re: Tires

2020-01-10 Thread 'Tim' via RBW Owners Bunch
I'm just glad someone finally used the words "fragile" and "Compass" in the same sentence. I think Jan has really sold folks a bill of goods. (And I know many on here swear by them. Hello to the Patricks!) I've never had a sidewall cut in any other tire, ever, although I've always carried a

[RBW] Re: Tires

2020-01-10 Thread 'Tim' via RBW Owners Bunch
I'm just glad someone finally used the words "fragile" and "Compass" in the same sentence. I think Jan has really sold folks a bill of goods. (And I know many on here swear by them. Hello to the Patricks!) I've never had a sidewall cut in any other tire, ever, although I've always carried a

[RBW] Re: Tires

2020-01-10 Thread Adam Leibow
i've had great luck with Compass / Rene Herse standard casing tires- not quite as fragile as EL's and still very supple/fast. i have the snoqualmie pass on my sam and the antelope hill on my clem L. very spoiled. honorable mentions for other tires= WTB, Schwalbe as obvious choices. The schwalbe

[RBW] Re: Tires

2020-01-10 Thread Garth
Forte Metro ST 700 x 35 tires , from Performance/Nashbar online. I run them at 35-40 psi and they ride real nice. The cost about $14 each I believe. "You get what you pay for" in this case doesn't apply. you get a whole lot more. They have an error in their listing with weight listed

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires

2020-01-10 Thread Patrick Moore
This refers to the 559/26" x 1.25/32 Pasela.I hadn't looked for a long while, but good to know that Panracer still makes the 26 X 1.25" Pasela, and that Modern Bike and Amazon carry them: https://www.amazon.com/panaracer-Pasela-ProTite-Folding-Tire/dp/B01K871UYE?th=1=1

[RBW] Re: Tires

2020-01-10 Thread Matt Dreher
If you find that Compasses end up too fragile and expensive for your taste I highly recommend Panaracer's other tires, as they are Compass' manufacturer and many elements of them show up in cheaper tires. The Pasela is a regular mostly slick road tread with a very thin, flexible sidewall

[RBW] Re: Tires

2020-01-05 Thread Julian Westerhout
Carla, I've used the Bon Jon Pass (700x35) and really like them, but in winter I seem to have more flats (roads here have more debris in winter) on them than on Gravelkings. Julian Westerhout Bloomington, IL On Saturday, January 4, 2020 at 2:43:23 PM UTC-6, Carla Waugh wrote: > > In the

[RBW] Re: Tires

2020-01-04 Thread 'Deacon Patrick' via RBW Owners Bunch
Hey Carla! If your winter riding includes snow, knobbies, otherwise the slick herringbone is the way to go for mixed terrain that doesn't get loose or technical. Just pick the same width as your Jack Browns, unless you've room to go up a wee bit. If flats are an issue, you can go for endurance,

[RBW] Re: Tires for Clementine

2019-10-18 Thread Bicycle Belle Ding Ding!
It’s been a long saga, but I finally have news to report. I got a smokin’ deal on Schwalbe Big Ben tires (2 in?) in 650b for my Clementine. They are a UK company, so of course shipping was going to take awhile. At some point, the tires were lost by the carrier and I was working with the

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for Clementine

2019-09-29 Thread franklyn
It seems that a plush ride is of value here. One trick that I use and one that has been mentioned on this list before is to put tubeless sealant in the tubes. This way you can enjoy the supple Compass/RH tires while not worry about flats: have the cake and eat it also. -- You received this

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for Clementine

2019-09-29 Thread PaulS
Schwalbe touring tires can last quite a while and typically measured in distance. Reports I’ve seen vary between 6-10k miles, depending on terrain, weight, etc. I’ve used Big Apples. Very plush. I did have a staple go right through one time. If I had been on my Marathon Plus, I’d have just

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for Clementine

2019-09-28 Thread Leah Peterson
It’s hard to say how long tires last. The heat and dryness out here can crack tires but I haven’t had it happen. Use, disuse, miles - it all affects the tire. I had my Betz tires for 5 years before I wore them down to the fabric. I could see the air in those tires! Oh, you asked about the WTB

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for Clementine

2019-09-28 Thread REC (Roberta)
How long do tires last? Is it the number of miles (and how many), the age, environmental, a combination? Would these tires last longer I suppose, because the material is thicker (assuming all material is exactly equal, which probably isn't true). I know nothing of tires, but am curious. I'm

[RBW] Re: Tires for Clementine

2019-09-28 Thread Mark Schneider
I would say that on my old MUSA Atlantis that changing the tires to Rene Herse Antelope Hill tires transformed the bike into a so much more pleasurable ride. But Schwalbe G One speed tires also run great. I haven't gotten any flats this year, but YMMV Good bike tires are expensive, but I ride

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for Clementine

2019-09-27 Thread Jan O.
I run 650B x 48mm Big Ben on my Atlantis and they are great all around tires. They roll very well and have good puncture protection. Jan San Francisco, CA On Friday, September 27, 2019 at 8:32:46 AM UTC-7, Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > > Alright, I’m just catching up since I had an event

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for Clementine

2019-09-27 Thread REC (Roberta)
I have some Kenda tires (not sure which ones) on my Joe Appaloosa. I think they are 45 wide. I pump them to 65 ( I think that is the max) and don't pump them up again until they get that squishy feeling, then pump them up again. I do like them a touch less than the max, but much more than

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for Clementine

2019-09-27 Thread Steve Palincsar
Make sure you have a good grip on the bars, in that case. On 9/27/19 11:38 AM, Leah Peterson wrote: I both laughed and shuddered over the football player’s bone-shaking. Yes, that’s what I like - the basketball bounce you get on full tires - I’ve just never thought of it that way! Don’t take

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for Clementine

2019-09-27 Thread Garth
Yes 50 is right, they'll be about 46mm and you might have to get the fenders adjusted when installed, maybe not hopefully the mechanic is competent ! *Schwalbe Big Ben, RaceGuard Performance line, wire bead, HS439 - 650B x 48 (50-584, 27.5x2) - 10138 - 745g, 35-70 psi* On Friday,

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for Clementine

2019-09-27 Thread Garth
I've had some Kenda tires of a different model, they were fairly light and folding even . and they too felt sluggish. The Big Bens, despite weighing much more ride so much better and as I've said repeatedly roll and roll and roll . on over yonder and hill and dale. I ride the

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for Clementine

2019-09-27 Thread Bicycle Belle Ding Ding!
Wait, not in 50 - where did I get that? Who put this idea in my head? The tire size is “27.5 x 1.75” and the bike has fenders. -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for Clementine

2019-09-27 Thread Leah Peterson
I both laughed and shuddered over the football player’s bone-shaking. Yes, that’s what I like - the basketball bounce you get on full tires - I’ve just never thought of it that way! Don’t take this from me! Because now I’m a little concerned. But maybe not concerned enough to ride around on

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for Clementine

2019-09-27 Thread Bicycle Belle Ding Ding!
Alright, I’m just catching up since I had an event that went late into last night. I have opened the proverbial can of worms here. I was supposed to say, “Please figure out this tire problem. Tell me what to get and how to make the black speckles stop.” and you were supposed to say, “1. Do

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for Clementine

2019-09-27 Thread Steve Palincsar
On Thursday, September 26, 2019 at 4:59:25 PM UTC-4, Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > > Why does everyone love barely inflated tires? I put the max air in mine > and ride them rock hard! Otherwise they feel flat to me. I fly over bumps > and stay in the saddle and let my bones rattle! I’m

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for Clementine

2019-09-26 Thread Patrick Moore
Leah: If you ever try some really nice tires, you will surprised at how fast and smooth -- both together -- they feel at moderate pressures. This advice from someone who used to pump his 35 mm Fatboys to 120 psi because the sidewall told me to do that. Even the Schwalbe Kojaks (I used the

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for Clementine

2019-09-26 Thread David Bivins
Leah, I'm the same. I pump them up! On Thu, Sep 26, 2019 at 5:15 PM Garth wrote: > > It doesn't matter what pressure Leah ... you're enjoying the ride and > that's all that matters. Rules are for foolz ! > > > On Thursday, September 26, 2019 at 4:59:25 PM UTC-4, Bicycle Belle Ding > Ding!

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for Clementine

2019-09-26 Thread Garth
It doesn't matter what pressure Leah ... you're enjoying the ride and that's all that matters. Rules are for foolz ! On Thursday, September 26, 2019 at 4:59:25 PM UTC-4, Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > > Why does everyone love barely inflated tires? I put the max air in mine > and ride

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for Clementine

2019-09-26 Thread Leah Peterson
Why does everyone love barely inflated tires? I put the max air in mine and ride them rock hard! Otherwise they feel flat to me. I fly over bumps and stay in the saddle and let my bones rattle! I’m doing it wrong, I know... Sent from my iPad >> On Sep 26, 2019, at 1:47 PM, Garth wrote: >  >

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for Clementine

2019-09-26 Thread Garth
Well that's interesting PM ! I prolly weigh more/less in the same ballpark and I first tried the BB @ 25-30 psi but found the rear(Rhyno Lite rim) a bit bouncy on the road, and the front felt like it was gonna roll off the rim(25mm Mavic) when I leaned hard into corners. Felt like is one

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for Clementine

2019-09-26 Thread George Schick
Be careful about buying Schwalbe Big Apple tires. For many years (well over 15 IIRC) I had a pair of Schwalbe Big Apple 26x2.35" tires on my Surly 1x1 and I loved everything about them. They finally came to the end of the road this Summer when I rode across a stretch of pavement where

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for Clementine

2019-09-26 Thread Garth
The Clem takes up to 60mm/2.4" tires, but with your fenders which are likely P50's(about 53-54 actual) the Big Ben 50's(46 or so actual) fit fine. I bought the BB over the Big Apples just for the extra tread and lifespan. Trust me, the tread does little if anything for traction on the road

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for Clementine

2019-09-26 Thread Bicycle Belle Ding Ding!
Ok, Friends, you’ve got me interested in the Schwalbe tires, and of those, I think the Big Ben and the Big Apples sound good. I don’t know that I need the tread of the Bens since I’m really a paved surface kinda gal. But I’m open here! The next question is what size. I was out there with a

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for Clementine

2019-09-26 Thread Patrick Moore
Quite seriously, I don't want to step on Garth's or any one else's toes, but I'm 175 lb and I ran 50 mm tires, and paper thin ones at that (Furious Freds, 360 grams each) at 20 psi on dirt, sub 30 on pavement. 60s if stiff sidewalled Big Apples at 16-17 dirt and about 21 pavement, supple ones

[RBW] Re: Tires for Clementine

2019-09-26 Thread Garth
For your bike(27.5 wheels) Leah I'll second the 50mm Big Ben tires. I ride these on my Bombadil and I LOVE them on the road. I ride them at about 35 psi front and 40 rear. They just roll and roll and roll it's amazingly fun ! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for Clementine

2019-09-26 Thread Leah Peterson
Someone private messaged me and was nearly certain the brake pads are causing the smattering of black speckles, and I think he’s right. I ran my fingers over the brake pads and that same matter appeared on my fingers. With my brakes employed down the 1 mile descent to school, there would be a

[RBW] Re: Tires for Clementine

2019-09-26 Thread masmojo
Oh, I meant to say, a short term solution might be simply washing your tires/bike. -- 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] Re: Tires for Clementine

2019-09-26 Thread masmojo
I agree the specks look like the result of a light spray from the tires. Hit a little dampness & the droplets fling off, the moisture quickly evaporates and you are left with small spots. Tires on a Clementine? The choices are sort of wide ranging. The Kenda's aren't bad tires, but yes maybe a

[RBW] Re: Tires for Clementine

2019-09-26 Thread Tom Wyland
The black specs are probably brake dust or something from the road? Water + brake dust = black specs for me. I've had Schwalbe Big Ben (raceguard) and Marathon green guard tires on my bikes. The Big Ben/Big Apple tires really do have great rolling resistance. The Marathons are a great value.

[RBW] Re: Tires for Clementine

2019-09-26 Thread Sky Coulter
I like the schwalbe marathon supreme tires: big and cushy (2.0 measure around 46mm on my rims); unlikely to flat; fast rolling (in my experience there isn't that big of a difference between them and compass tires). They can be found online in a couple places at a reasonable price but still a

[RBW] Re: Tires for HHH tandem

2019-06-13 Thread Alex Wirth- Owner, Yellow Haus Bicycles
My advice as a former shop owner is go tubes-in. The last thing you want is a tubeless tire coming unseated at speed on a tandem. (I also ride a hubbah) My two cents Alex in Rochester -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: Tires for HHH tandem

2019-06-13 Thread 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch
You will not blow out a sidewall due to air pressure requirements of a tandem. Tires are tested well beyond stated maximum pressure, and you probably won't even hit that. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

[RBW] Re: Tires for HHH tandem

2019-06-12 Thread Adam Leibow
I didn't read the whole thread so apologies if this has been stated: the tire pressures required for tandem weights are much higher than normal to support two peoples' weight. Compass EL seems risky to me for sidewall blow out. I have the WTB horizons on mine, which seem just strong enough not

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for HHH tandem

2019-06-12 Thread Paul Burns
thanks--that's interesting and helpful. I'm a little concerned about what i might be contributing to the environment with all the sealant I would use and its related packaging/transport/embedded energy/etc. i don't change tubes very often and can just pump them up with elbow grease when needed.

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for HHH tandem

2019-06-12 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
Though they rarely get a chance to roll, my HHH and I love our 60mm g-ones mounted tubeless on cliffhangers. And the same tires mounted tubeless, also with cliffhangers, on my Rosco Bubbe are way way way way preferable to tubed when rolling around the mean streets of NYC. I go through roughly

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for HHH tandem

2019-06-12 Thread Paul Burns
Thanks, all, appreciated. Am going to start with the 50mm G-One Speeds. Am scared to try tubeless, mostly because I am old fashioned/out of touch/don't understand/haven't tried it. Thoughts on the advisability of that with tandems? On Tuesday, June 11, 2019 at 7:54:11 PM UTC-4, Marc Pfister

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for HHH tandem

2019-06-11 Thread Marc Pfister
On Sunday, June 9, 2019 at 2:25:27 PM UTC-6, Paul Burns wrote: > > Looking for tires for HHH, 70% on paved road, 30% dirt roads. Would > really prefer tan sidewall. Compass sound great, but am concerned re > flats/durability. Considering WTB Horizon 47 and Panaracer GravelKing 48. My

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for HHH tandem

2019-06-09 Thread Alex Wirth- Owner, Yellow Haus Bicycles
Schwalbe marathon supremes are working well for us. Had some thunderburts on there but the casing was too supple for the weight and we ended up having to way overinflate and had subsequent flat issues. You’ll want something with a fairly substantial casing so you don’t have to compensate with

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for HHH tandem

2019-06-09 Thread Paul Burns
Looking for tires for HHH, 70% on paved road, 30% dirt roads. Would really prefer tan sidewall. Compass sound great, but am concerned re flats/durability. Considering WTB Horizon 47 and Panaracer GravelKing 48. Which would be better? Any other (wider) suggestions? Also: am assuming

[RBW] Re: Tires for 2000/2001 Toyo Atlantis with 50mm SKS fenders

2019-06-03 Thread Paul Burns
Thanks, Bob. I just ordered the Shikoro 42s and will update the thread if they fit under my SKS P50s. On Monday, June 3, 2019 at 9:23:15 AM UTC-4, Bob K. wrote: > > Paul, > > I have no experience with these tires on the Atlantis, nor do I run them > with fenders, but both 42 and 48 Shikoros

[RBW] Re: Tires for 2000/2001 Toyo Atlantis with 50mm SKS fenders

2019-06-03 Thread Bob K.
Paul, I have no experience with these tires on the Atlantis, nor do I run them with fenders, but both 42 and 48 Shikoros are sublime on my '09 canti Sam Hillborne. The 48s jst fit, and I'm not convinced they've made a world of difference in terms of cushiness as compared to the 42s, but

[RBW] Re: Tires for 2000/2001 Toyo Atlantis with 50mm SKS fenders

2019-06-02 Thread Paul Burns
Thank you all so much—very helpful. Appreciate the depth of wisdom and the generosity on this forum. -- 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] Re: Tires for 2000/2001 Toyo Atlantis with 50mm SKS fenders

2019-05-31 Thread 'John Hawrylak' via RBW Owners Bunch
Sorry, here's the link https://www.renehersecycles.com/fenders-for-different-tire-sizes/ John Hawrylak Woodstown NJ -- 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

[RBW] Re: Tires for 2000/2001 Toyo Atlantis with 50mm SKS fenders

2019-05-31 Thread 'John Hawrylak' via RBW Owners Bunch
Paul Here is a link to Compass recommendations of tire sizes for Honjo fenders, with a listing of fenders and tire sizes. It also shows the original idea of fender size being 40% greater than tire size, so a 38mm tire requires a 53.2mm fender. a 50 mm fender is 31.5% wider than 38mm

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for 2000/2001 Toyo Atlantis with 50mm SKS fenders

2019-05-31 Thread 'John Hawrylak' via RBW Owners Bunch
Paul Do not know since I've only used SKS P45's with 700Cx32 and 27"x1-1/4". I would assume the Homjo's are similar from the appearance. The ratio of tire to fender (38/51) is 76% which is higher than Jan H typically recommends (can't remember off hand, but I recall 60% being ideal) but

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for 2000/2001 Toyo Atlantis with 50mm SKS fenders

2019-05-31 Thread Paul Burns
John Aha—hadn’t seen that, thanks. I wonder how the Honjos vary from SKS terms of capaciousness. —thanks Paul > On May 30, 2019, at 20:40, 'John Hawrylak' via RBW Owners Bunch > wrote: > > Paul > > The Compass site shows a 700C 50/51mm Honjo fender (H47/H50) accommodates a > max tire

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for 2000/2001 Toyo Atlantis with 50mm SKS fenders

2019-05-31 Thread Paul Burns
William Thank you very much. Which type/size fenders do you have? —thanks Paul > On May 30, 2019, at 23:50, William! wrote: > > I’ve run both 42mm and 48mm Shikoros on my 61cm Toyo, with fenders. 48mm is > somewhat tight but I’ve had no issues with it. > > -- > You received this message

[RBW] Re: Tires for 2000/2001 Toyo Atlantis with 50mm SKS fenders

2019-05-30 Thread William!
I’ve run both 42mm and 48mm Shikoros on my 61cm Toyo, with fenders. 48mm is somewhat tight but I’ve had no issues with it. -- 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,

[RBW] Re: Tires for 2000/2001 Toyo Atlantis with 50mm SKS fenders

2019-05-30 Thread 'John Hawrylak' via RBW Owners Bunch
Paul The Compass site shows a 700C 50/51mm Honjo fender (H47/H50) accommodates a max tire size of 38mm. John Hawrylak Woodstown NJ > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

[RBW] Re: Tires for 2000/2001 Toyo Atlantis with 50mm SKS fenders

2019-05-30 Thread dougP
Paul: I had 45 mm Schwalbe Marathons on my '03 Atlantis with fenders. Don't recall the fender size but it was picked because it was the widest one that would fit the bike. dougP On Thursday, May 30, 2019 at 4:30:06 PM UTC-7, Paul Burns wrote: > > How wide do you think I can go? > > Would

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for a new HHH build

2018-11-06 Thread David Hays
I’m running Hetres and am very pleased. > On Nov 6, 2018, at 5:05 PM, M G wrote: > > We have WTB horizons, with tubes - over 2k miles on them, still lots of > tread. They have good suspension [even w tubes] and are quite fast. Lots of > gravel and rutted Western Massachusetts roads, did D2R2

  1   2   3   4   >