I hear you, Ron. The FD really adds a stunning amount of sound that I could
never get rid of. It's also a common sentament among those who shift to a
1x drive train to be delighted to not have the FD to mess with. This way, I
have my rock guard (my 46t ring), my riding gear, and my granny, but
thanks for the responses. it turns out that i had pushed the wire too far
down in the connector that attaches to the hub. i just pulled on it a
little, spun the wheel, and the light came on. great!
thanks again
joe kelly
columbus ohio
On Monday, March 23, 2015 at 12:05:11 AM UTC-4, Eric Norris
seems like if you've gone to the trouble to fit a chain to that wide range,
a FD is a no-brainer. Especially shifting between the two larger rings in
terrain when you're moving. On my latest bike, compact double (little ring
is mostly for bailout, but also for trails) I did ride it without a
I haven't ridden the S3X, and have read some bad reviews about durability,
but proof is in the use, and it sounds like Eric has had success with his.
I have trashed the internals of a (new generation) SunRace Sturmey-Archer
8-speed IGH under only moderate off-road use... SunRace Customer
Those were BEAUTIFUL... I recently bought a brand new set of Super C front
and rear along with seat bag. If the quality is still there, then I'm
stoked.. these should last me a lifetime.. THANKS!!
BB
On Monday, March 23, 2015 at 10:30:50 AM UTC-4, Beth H wrote:
Carradice panniers and rack
I've been accumulating these 3 sets of tires for some time for upcoming
builds, but those build plans have changed dramatically.
All prices INCLUDE shipping CONUS:
- Grand Bois Cerf 700x28C, in Extra Leger form. Pair, NEW, unopened.
Full disclaimer: I purchased these from I's Bicycle in
A few more photos from a very scenic ride to Sauvie Island:
https://flic.kr/s/aHsk9sHv3C https://flic.kr/s/aHsk9sHv3C
—Eric N
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Sent you a PM regarding the Cerfs.
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On Mar 23, 2015, at 8:14 AM, Anton Tutter atut...@gmail.com wrote:
I've been accumulating these 3 sets of tires for some time for upcoming
builds, but those build plans have changed dramatically.
All prices INCLUDE shipping CONUS:
Carradice panniers and rack are SOLD.
Thanks!
Beth
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My experience as well. The Shimano wiring system, assembled with a modicum
of care, is essentially bombproof. I had a few problems with it when I
first started using a dynohub 10 years ago, but quickly learned what to do,
and since that wheel has been on multiple bikes with multiple
None of my bikes have kickstand plates and need the clamps - I gorilla-glue
closed-cell foam to the bottom plate, and use the longer bolt and plastic
yokes on top.
I come back and tighten it a little bit every day until the plastic stops
creeping, and it's done for good until I want to take
I always use friction shifting on my front derailleur (and don't understand
why one would want indexed FDs, mainly because you lose the ability to
trim)... On my mountain bikes, I run SRAM XO or X9 Grip Shifts (indexed
rear, friction front) and swear by them (but realize that's a tough sell to
Same here. Shimano designed their connector for no need for wiring tools
(crimper, solder iron, etc), and for this application they got it totally
right. The only catch is that you do need to follow their directions to
the letter. If you do, the connector will be reliable for years.
The
The chain is shorter with this set up now. I can actually use the full
range of gears in both, though I minimize the use of cross chaining in the
24t as it's in the inside position of the triple. The 38t is in the middle,
so I use it's full range.
With abandon,
Patrick
On Monday, March 23,
On Mon, Mar 23, 2015 at 4:02 AM, Peter Adler divisi@gmail.com wrote:
The plug that connects the cable from the lights to the contacts on the SV
hubs has what I think is a pretty clumsy connection, with the bare wires
folded over a plastic inner section to contact the tabs on the hub.
I came to much the same conclusion regarding my kickstand (single leg). The
bike is simply safer on the terrain I ride laying it down, especially
considering when it is loaded. For those times when a kickstand would work,
there is too much jouncing that loosens it and it's just not worth the
So to report my results, Bill's idea of using a setscrew and loctite
definitely improved matters but the stand still comes loose after a while.
Seems like my bike is too big/heavy for a centre-mount kickstand, which is
a shame. I like the convenience of having the kickstand to hold the bike
I also had a problem with a Sturmey 8-speed hub. My theory is that the S3X
internals are much simpler, in particular no pawls, and that this makes it more
durable. Moving the pawls to a spin-on freewheel makes it much easier to fix
problems associated with the freewheeling mechanism (or, if you
Same here as the rest. I've been running a Shimano DN-71 whatever hub for a
couple of years of daily riding in all conditions and it has never let me
down. I find the connector very easy to detach for countless tire changes,
as long as you install the wires properly at the outset. The SP
Thanks for the really positive feedback, guys!
It was a whirlwind of a weekend, and I'm still buzzing from the endorphins
and adrenaline!!! EVERYTHING fell into place, and we had an amazing
turnout, and everything I've heard read points to people having a great
day! In addition to what you've
Truly a fine day on the bike, and many wonderful people. I'll be back next year
- it was well worth the drive.
Philip
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And it was a drive, especially on the Friday night trip down through LA!!!
I hope more Bay-Area/NorCal folks can make it down next year! Will do our
best to make it worth your while!!!
On Mon, Mar 23, 2015 at 10:42 PM, Philip Williamson
philip.william...@gmail.com wrote:
Truly a fine day on
For the pulley style, you'll need to make a cable stop at the
mixte-tube/seat-tube area. Maybe a clamp-on stop? (Now you're starting to
get janky, tho.)
Maybe a rod through the seat-tube braze-ons with a pulley in the middle as
your pivot?
shoji
On Monday, March 23, 2015 at 4:23:09 PM
I’ve done a couple of things on my bikes to improve the connection with the
Shimano-style club (which is also used by Shutter Precision):
1) Tin the bare ends of the wires with a little solder to make them more
durable. See here:
http://www.instructables.com/id/Strip-and-Tin-Wires-Like-a-Pro/
Me too, actually, but this hub and wheel will be an auxiliary for those
times when I want multiple gears.
I like the seatstay idea, but mine doesn't have rack strut braze ons there.
I'm going to try to rig up some sort of QR attachment to the seatpost --
which will also have the merit of putting
P.S. Forgot to mention to make sure the plug is disconnected from the hub
before you seal it with epoxy. That avoids the risk of gluing it to the hub.
—Eric N
On Mar 23, 2015, at 9:11 AM, Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com wrote:
I’ve done a couple of things on my bikes to improve the
Bobby: I've toyed with the idea of a kickback hub myself, but hesitated
because direct is low, not high. I've thought that a kickback with coaster
brake would be an easy way to get coasting with a hill gear without having
to install a rear caliper.
I'll be interested to hear how you find yours --
Jim,
What chain tool would you recommend? I have one in my kit, though I had to
think hard about whether I did or not, and just went and checked. It's
something old from a multitool kit that I lost long ago. It relies on an
allen wrench to do the pin pushing. My most common mistake is using
regg,
I don't have one for sale, but I'd throw out there that in my brief period
of wanting a 64cm Hillborne (I opted for a Clem preorder), it was pointed
out to me that one can still be had through Rivendell new as they have
Waterford make them as needed. Price is higher than the stock sizes
I have at least one binder bolt mounted pulley that I saved from '80s
stepthrough MTBs. I believe I have one with a built in adjustable cable
stop. I've hung on to those for no particular reason, never really knew why
but now they have a potential use! I'm still debating whether my SO wants a
Alan, I bought my Rambouillet (orange) just for that use, using an invite
on a cross country ride as an excuse to move on from my RB-1. Plenty of
conversation with Grant et al at Riv HQ.
I convinced the others not to get carried away with the self-supported
concept as it would have dictated
Our favorite ebay seller has one on sale!
roller thing
http://www.ebay.com/itm/NOS-MAFAC-rear-pulley-for-Racer-COMPETITION-tiger-CRITERIUM-/271622927161?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0hash=item3f3dfcf339
On Monday, March 23, 2015 at 12:36:15 PM UTC-7, Pudge wrote:
I’m on the pre-order list for a
Welcome. That is a beautiful bike!
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I'm on the pre-order list for a Clementine, and enjoying everyone's noodlings
on how to build up the Clems and 'tines. Here's my question: I dislike (not
to say hate, but the dislike is not insignificant) the way the cabling for
the rear brake looks in the pictures of the two built
Lowering the price of the Swift bag, and I'll cover shipping for that and a
couple others.
Paypal Personal please for these items. If you want Willow chainrings
(treetop.bigcartel.com), I can include them in the package as well, and
give you a better price if you do a Personal payment.
Swift
Bargain!
I also want to use cantis on the Clementine we pre-ordered. I'm hoping Riv
will come through with something between now and when the frames arrive,
but if anyone finds anything please post it.
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The plug that connects the cable from the lights to the contacts on the SV
hubs has what I think is a pretty clumsy connection, with the bare wires
folded over a plastic inner section to contact the tabs on the hub.
Ideally, there would be something more secure. Say, a second set of contact
One clamp-on stop might not be bad. I use them routinely for cabling the
3-speed S-A hubs I use on charity auction mixte builds.
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Welcome! Always nice to see another Quickbeam owner. I'm really impressed with
your Bendix wheel, and the Wald mod. Beautiful bike - very sharp!
Philip
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Price is right. I ordered one to see how it might be used for the ‘tine.
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Oh, great – now if I buy it I’ll have to endure completely justifiable outrage
from the group over encouraging the guy….
Fortunately, it’s occurred to me there’s another problem – if I try to use a
pulley hung from the seat binder bolt I’ll have to figure out a way to get the
cable from the
Yep, welcome to the group! I love the color scheme of black and orange and
always good to see a QB with a basket! -liesl
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Thanks, everyone, for your replies. I'm going clean this time. Now I just
need to settle on tape.
On Wednesday, March 18, 2015 at 4:05:02 PM UTC-7, David wrote:
I'm curious what the group's opinion or preference is (and why) regarding
barcon cable routing. AFAIK, on the one hand, you can
SOLD
On Sunday, March 8, 2015 at 2:53:14 PM UTC-4, Matt wrote:
Hello Rivbikers:
I realize I don't post often at all to this group, but I make reading
posts part of my day. It's a great community and I'd like to return my
60cm single-top-tube, side-pull brake Sam Hillborne frameset to it.
Yeah, I can live with a clamp on stop and a pulley.
Found this pulley thing in a UK webshop:
http://www.sjscycles.co.uk/chrome-seat-bolt-fitting-cable-hanger-with-metal-roller-prod23279/.
Not a lot of info, but could that be an integrated cable stop at the bottom?
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Your Clem holds it own very nicely against it's larger sibling. A definite
family resemblance.
On Monday, March 23, 2015 at 12:14:58 AM UTC-4, drew beckmeyer wrote:
here is our first family photo with the 46 clem and 54 hunqapillar on a
late night trip. laid back, long and stout.
I bought one of these from this guy – a little cheaper than Bill’s candidate.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/301529752711 As of a couple of minutes ago he still
had one left.
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Great site -- lots of good information and ideas.
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Jim Langley's site was, I think, the first site I visited to learn about
bike riding. It has a warm place in my heart. I learned a lot and gained
confidence about wrenching from his site. I learned there to use my rear
trunk bike rack as a repair stand. So simple and effective!!
He was also
Nice! Glad you got it working Deacon. I love wide-narrow rings. They can
make for a noisy drivetrain over time as the teeth are a precise fit to the
chain, but staying on top of cleaning makes it a non-issue.
On Monday, March 23, 2015 at 9:56:16 AM UTC-5, Deacon Patrick wrote:
The chain is
Huge response on the Cerfs, so these are tentatively taken.
Caza's and Vred's still available.
Anton
On Monday, March 23, 2015 at 11:12:24 AM UTC-4, somervillebikes wrote:
I've been accumulating these 3 sets of tires for some time for upcoming
builds, but those build plans have changed
2. I think I'd rather use some caulk or something else flexible to
seal the holes than epoxy...
On Mon, Mar 23, 2015 at 11:11 AM, Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com wrote:
I’ve done a couple of things on my bikes to improve the connection with the
Shimano-style club (which is also used by Shutter
Slick, nice tips. I like the epoxy part.
Anton
On Monday, March 23, 2015 at 12:11:48 PM UTC-4, Eric Norris wrote:
I’ve done a couple of things on my bikes to improve the connection with
the Shimano-style club (which is also used by Shutter Precision):
1) Tin the bare ends of the wires
That would work. Or maybe some clear silicone, which you could probably peel
off if you ever wanted to change the wiring.
--Eric Norris
campyonly...@me.com
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campyonlyguy.blogspot.com
On Mar 23, 2015, at 10:18 AM, Jim Bronson jim.bron...@gmail.com wrote:
2. I think I'd
As part of my larger bike re-org, I'm selling off these early 1990s rims.
Campy Omega 19, 32H, black anodized. Double wall, eyeleted. Very light
use, braking surface has minimal wear. Decals all intact. Rims were in
perfect true before unlacing the wheelset. Overall excellent. How does
Hi to All,
As Spring approaches, and summer plans are formulated, I'm thinking how to
best use my current fleet. I have read, and firmly believe, that the Ram
could be used for light touring. I'd love to hear about your experiences
with this. What kind of terrain, your
We had another great ride out in cyclotourist country. David was a great
host, we had gourmet pizza craft beer. The day of the ride was superb! We
had Paul Germain visiting from Virginia for the second year riding his
brother in laws A.A.H. and Ian on his custom red Atlantis, Biketinker
Help, I'm tired of trying to make a small frame work for me...my back is
killing me! Condition or shipping is not an issue!
Thanks!
Gregg
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I have chimed in before as well and the only other comment I will add is
that I run the 2nd gear as my cruising gear and have 1st as my bailout gear
and 3rd as my downhill gear. I really enjoy the 80's downhill gear and
find myself in that gear quite a bit. 1st is also low enough that I
Don't know if I can help much as I've got a schmidt hub on my bike that
uses the spade connectors. It kind of looks like those shutter connectors
might work better with solid copper wire, but of course that would probably
be stiff and a pain to deal with.
Who built up your wheel? Just
The folks I've spoken to at Riv tell me that the Clem's stoutness falls
between the Sam and the Hunq. To me, that would put the Clem's stoutness
level near to the Atlantis, though obviously very different geometry.
Since the LHT is widely taken to be derivative from the Atlantis, one
could
Dear Darin,
I started riding brevets in 2004. That first season, I tried a few
different machines.
I started on a straight racing bike, a Waterford 2200. I put the widest
tires that would fit it (the 27mm Roly Poly, which, due to their width, had
to be faster than the 22mm veloflex I had
I had the same experience. When I asked for head tube and seat tube
angles, the man replied that he did not have those numbers. When I asked
if anyone else there did know these numbers, he referred me to Grant, as
the only person with access to the numbers. I don't understand why they
are
Hi folks,
I have listed my Heron road frame on our local CL, and I'm not getting a
lot of interest. I thought this group of like-minded cyclists might think
otherwise. This frame is from the Todd Kuzma era, just after he purchased
Heron but before the Rally and Wayfarer names were introduced,
Bill, I am a bit of a perfectionist builder myself. I like to step back and
make sure everything on the bike fits into a certain theme/model while
remaining utilitarian. My thoughts on ordering the frame are exactly yours.
An easy bike, hop on and ride, don't think about it. Get some tacos and
Thanks Chris, much appreciated.
Love your photos. They make me want to take a trip out to see the in-laws,
though they're a bit south of you, down near Corpus Christi.
Happy Trails!
John
On Sunday, March 22, 2015 at 2:33:44 PM UTC-7, Pondero wrote:
John,
My straw hat is made by Resistol.
I think the Rambouillet is basically a textbook example of a light tourer.
Tire clearance with fenders is restricted and most lack mid-fork lowrider
eyelets; otherwise, it's pretty great.
The Ram is not some superlight waif - I don't think it would take issue
with some baggage attached.
KJ
Thanks Steve, that certainly looks like it's doing the job! That's what I
meant, although I don't think that particular one would work with my
Bombadil: https://flic.kr/p/boK38V. Do you put a toe strap on the brake or
something to stop the front wheel rolling?
Part of the problem is that in
If that's like the one I have, you can put in a threaded housing stop
adjuster on the underside and run housing straight to the pulley.
David
Chicago
On Monday, March 23, 2015 at 4:43:22 PM UTC-5, Tom Harrop wrote:
Yeah, I can live with a clamp on stop and a pulley.
Found this pulley thing
All, I really appreciate your thoughtful responses. I am moving back
towards using the Romulus. I put a fine 50 miles on it on Sunday at the
pace I'd like to ride for the first 200K brevet and couldn't think of a
complaint. Thoughts and worries about how it was working pretty much just
No. Every other tooth is wider. Google it, pictures make it easy to understand.
On Mar 23, 2015, at 6:39 PM, Patrick Moore bertin...@gmail.com wrote:
What is a narrow wide chainring? = wide range double?
On Mon, Mar 23, 2015 at 5:05 PM, Eric Daume ericda...@gmail.com wrote:
You can't
Got it! Thanks.
On Mon, Mar 23, 2015 at 5:44 PM, Mark Reimer marknrei...@gmail.com wrote:
No. Every other tooth is wider. Google it, pictures make it easy to
understand.
On Mar 23, 2015, at 6:39 PM, Patrick Moore bertin...@gmail.com wrote:
What is a narrow wide chainring? = wide range
Thanks, Hugh. Maybe next winter the Northeast won't get clobbered with so
much snow and I'll be in a good-enough shape to tackle that terrain so
early in the season! ;-)
Bob
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What is a narrow wide chainring? = wide range double?
On Mon, Mar 23, 2015 at 5:05 PM, Eric Daume ericda...@gmail.com wrote:
You can't run a front derailer with a NW chainring--it might allow the
chain to get off sync and not line up correctly to the narrow/wide teeth.
I run with a double
Wow, that looks like a great time! And what a route -- what was the
dirt/paved ratio?
Maybe next year!
Bob E
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Baer Wheels on High Street by North Broadway. They did a good job.
thanks
joe kellly
On Monday, March 23, 2015 at 2:11:55 PM UTC-4, RobbeR49 wrote:
Don't know if I can help much as I've got a schmidt hub on my bike that
uses the spade connectors. It kind of looks like those shutter connectors
Bob,
That's a great question. As opposed to last year the 50k seemed to have
more dirt. I can't really say what percentage though. My guess is
cyclotourist David might have the answer. Also I tagged on some extra miles
to get the Crafting hills dirt above the college. It was well worth the
steep
You can't run a front derailer with a NW chainring--it might allow the
chain to get off sync and not line up correctly to the narrow/wide teeth.
I run with a double and no front derailer on a couple of my bikes. Works
great: riding solo, move it to the 42t ring. Mountain biking or riding with
I also had a lighter shade in mind when I first read grayish silver in
the Blug. I had already ordered a gray Clem before I saw that anthracite
one, and while that color is growing on me, I'm also curious about whether
the anthracite is just for the prototype or if it will also be for the
Can anyone confirm the headset/fork situation? The New Albion website says it
is 1 but does not say whether it is threaded or threadless. From the looks of
the photo it is threadless, not a quill stem, that is coming out of the
headset.
So is it a 1 threadless or 1-1/8 threadless?
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Can anyone confirm the headset/fork situation for the Starling mixte? The New
Albion website says it is 1 but does not say whether it is threaded or
threadless. From the looks of the photos I've seen on the www it is threadless,
not a quill stem, that is coming out of the headset.
So is it a
How about cantis in front and a V-brake in the rear?
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Andy,
That was a great writeup of the Ram. It is a great versatile bike.
I now feel guilty for under using mine. I have it set up as my go fast
bike (no fenders, no racks, lower handlebar), but am rarely in the need to
go fast so I usually choose something else to ride.
Dave Johnston
Virginia
One of the great disappointments I've encountered as a Betty Foy owner with
physical disabilities is that the step over height of the Betty is quite
high - so high that I end up having to throw my leg clear over the saddle
just to mount the bike. It's not the most stable position, nor is it
Alan:
When you say light touring, that sounds like lodging / restaurant /credit
card. I've done trips like that with 2 panniers plus front bag (food, day
use stuff, jacket) and maybe a small saddlebag if I need to carry rain gear
or something else I don't want to dig thru the panniers for.
At the first support stop they served wonderful fruit smoothies made on a
blender driven by a bike in a stand. A couple of young kids provided the
power. Great idea.
Lots of wonderful trails and hard packed dirt roads, a bit of single track
some pushing up a couple of longer, steeper hills.
Hi All,
I have a brand v bar tube and rain cover for sale asking 55$ shipped.
details can be found here...
http://inlandempire.craigslist.org/bik/4921618204.html
Thanks,
Richard
909 910-7424
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You might enjoy Pal Calvin's presentation:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YFsVyq0fczU
I hope the link works.
On Mon, Mar 23, 2015 at 5:21 PM, Patrick Moore bertin...@gmail.com wrote:
Got it! Thanks.
On Mon, Mar 23, 2015 at 5:44 PM, Mark Reimer marknrei...@gmail.com
wrote:
No. Every other
I just remembered the attached file from way back when, posted either here
or on the BOB list. The author was the admin for the BOB list and uses the
Ram as the ideal bike for light touring. He covers a lot of ground, from
bike to clothes to cell phones to etc., etc. Most excellent info.
I had a feeling the Bike Tinker would be all over this one!!!
On Mon, Mar 23, 2015 at 7:52 PM, JohnS sharp...@gmail.com wrote:
Thanks everyone, it's a great bike to ride. Let me know if you have any
questions about the Bendix wheel.
John
On Monday, March 23, 2015 at 5:41:24 PM UTC-4,
I didn't really look at the pics critcally... those brake cable routes are
pretty janky. The 59 looks better. I've got a 52 coming for my wife...
hopefully that hits the sweet spot in between. It looks like a fairly low
probability spot to get snagged on things but just the same I would
I don't have a lot of insight to add to this discussion - mostly interested
in reading other responses for my own benefit. Here are a couple notes
though:
1. Here's Peter White's description and comparison of the Ram and Homer,
from when they were both offered and he was a dealer, with
I saw a Clem Jr. in the wild today, British Racing Green. It looks
fantastic.
And did I hear 66cm is in the works? Very nice.
- Andrew, Berkeley
On Saturday, March 21, 2015 at 7:14:23 AM UTC-7, DSat wrote:
On the Blug there is a picture labelled Anthracite. I thought that I
read
SOMA describes New Albion as a sister company. This was on the Somafab
blog (posted October 9, 2014 by Evan Baird):
*Lauching our sister company New Albion Cycles was one of the most exciting
projects I've had the pleasure to be a part of. From designing the head
badge, to building the first
Maybe the thing to do is expect Riv to resolve the problem.
The brake run is not-so-good and Riv can fix it with some pulley or hanger
device.
They will.
On Monday, March 23, 2015 at 4:05:38 PM UTC-5, Pudge wrote:
Oh, great – now if I buy it I’ll have to endure completely
Thanks Mark -- am still debating whether to use direct or 75% as the cruising
gear but have ordered both 17 and 14 t cogs. I suppose it all depends on how
bad I find the drag in gear 2. The ideal would be 2d as cruising gear, though.
Patrick
Patrick Moore
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On Mar 22, 2015, at 4:33 AM,
Thanks everyone, it's a great bike to ride. Let me know if you have any
questions about the Bendix wheel.
John
On Monday, March 23, 2015 at 5:41:24 PM UTC-4, Philip Williamson wrote:
Welcome! Always nice to see another Quickbeam owner. I'm really impressed
with your Bendix wheel, and the
Ahem.
I don't see Rivendell as the inspiration for the New Albion head badge, and
the name is hardly original.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_Albion_Brewing_Company
The New Albion Brewing Company was founded in 1976 in Sonoma, CA, and was
the first modern American microbrewery.
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