Re: [RBW] Re: Problems with Nitto stems and bars?

2020-06-18 Thread 'John Hawrylak' via RBW Owners Bunch
Leah Did you try your current AL bars in a DIFFERENT stem?? Did the bars 'tick' in the different stem??? I probably missed it in the previous posts. Get mixed up between all the Technomics John Hawrylak Woodstown NJ > > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

Re: [RBW] Re: Problems with Nitto stems and bars?

2020-06-18 Thread Mark Roland
Yeah, I'm generally not a proponent of greasing the stem-handlebar interface as noted in my reply above. But of course a seat post gets greased and is also not designed to move, and many have lubed the stem/bar area to get rid of noise. So assuming the bar and stem are the correct size for one

[RBW] Re: Rene Herse Tires with tubes

2020-06-18 Thread Ryan M.
Back when I had my Roadeo I ran them with Compass Stampede Pass tires, standard casing, tubed. I don't remember getting flats with those, at least not abnormally so. I thought the ride was great with them. Since then, I've ridden Antelope Hill tires, standard casing, tubeless using them on a

Re: [RBW] Re: Problems with Nitto stems and bars?

2020-06-18 Thread 'John Hawrylak' via RBW Owners Bunch
Leah Sounds like a harrowing ride. When you got home, was the nut on the stem clamp bolt loose??? If so how much loose 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

Re: [RBW] Problems with Nitto stems and bars?

2020-06-18 Thread Nick Payne
On Thursday, 18 June 2020 02:29:32 UTC+10, Eric Norris wrote: > > That is the wrong nut. Nitto uses a triangular shaped nut on the back > side. I don’t know that what you’re using is dangerous, but you should by > all means get the proper Nitto nut. > The Technomic Deluxe uses the triangular

[RBW] FS: Dynaplug Megapill

2020-06-18 Thread Collin A
Heyo, I've been using the Stan's Dart more and tend to prefer it a bit more than the Dynaplug style of tubeless trail repair. It's worked great in fixing the occasional tubeless puncture, regardless. Photos: https://photos.app.goo.gl/W5XjU4VPwu1cg94G8 It currently has 6 standard plugs (one

Re: [RBW] Problems with Nitto stems and bars?

2020-06-18 Thread Joe Bernard
I believe the situation is this, based on information I have: the steel bar fit in both of her stems just fine, and is ever-so-slightly bigger in diameter than her new alu Bosco, a phenomenon I also discovered whilst owning both bars. They're both nominally 25.4, but one is more and one less.

[RBW] Re: Headset/Headtube Issues on New Atlantis

2020-06-18 Thread AntiCorgi
Thanks all for the helpful advice! Long story short, I'm going to try out a new headset to see if it fixes the issue. To answer some questions: If your Atlantis new? Did the shop measure the headtube inner diameter and > the headset cup diameter to ensure they're sized correctly and round? I'll

[RBW] Re: Locking Up your Riv

2020-06-18 Thread Adam Leibow
I have several locks including the Bordo I bought from Riv. The Bordo is great since it's more substantial than any cable lock (in that bolt cutters won't be enough to get through it). I use it as the sole lock only in "light" lockup situations (areas I feel safe in and for short periods of

Re: [RBW] Re: Problems with Nitto stems and bars?

2020-06-18 Thread Leah Peterson
I tried the bars in a different Technomic stem, same hex nut, and no ticking. Sent from my iPad > On Jun 18, 2020, at 6:06 AM, 'John Hawrylak' via RBW Owners Bunch > wrote: > >  > Leah > > Did you try your current AL bars in a DIFFERENT stem?? Did the bars 'tick' > in the different

Re: [RBW] Problems with Nitto stems and bars?

2020-06-18 Thread 'John Hawrylak' via RBW Owners Bunch
Leah Based on everything so far, I think the problem is: The stem clamp is oversized and not a 'true' 25.4mm clamp. It results in insufficient clamp force on the AL bar allowing sipping, but provides enough force on the CrMo bar to hold it in place. Why: The Al bar does not creak in a

[RBW] Ultradynamico Tires

2020-06-18 Thread Justin Kennedy (Brooklyn, NY)
Ultradynamico just released 700c versions of their tires and I'm thinking about ordering a pair for my 60cm Chev. Specifically I'm looking at the JFF Cava model, though I'm concerned by the *"Zero sidewall protection and no puncture protection on top for

Re: [RBW] Re: Problems with Nitto stems and bars?

2020-06-18 Thread Leah Peterson
I don’t know. I went after my whole bike with hex keys to see if I could find the source of the ticking. When I went to tighten the bolt at the stem clamp, I noticed the hex nut also turning, making the bolt feel stripped to me. I had my husband mess around with the hex nut, so not sure if it

[RBW] Re: Biggest Tires on a Roadini?

2020-06-18 Thread EGNolan
My (new to me) Roadini came with SimWork Volummy 38's. They had plenty of clearance under the Dia-Compe Centerpulls. I, like most, opted to put Bon Jon's on. Not for the size, really, but because I had them and like their plush ride. It honestly looks to me like there's room for fenders w/ the

Re: [RBW] Problems with Nitto stems and bars?

2020-06-18 Thread Leah Peterson
Here is another thing someone PMd me that may be of interest. I have not done this yet, but it sounds like a good next step If the ticking returns: https://www.sheldonbrown.com/creaks.html#bars Sent from my iPad > On Jun 16, 2020, at 10:15 PM, Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! > wrote: > > I have

Re: [RBW] Re: Problems with Nitto stems and bars?

2020-06-18 Thread Patrick Moore
The Soma stem worked with the steel Bosco, which has a sleeve (judging by the catalogue photo), and the aluminum Bosco worked fine with the Tech Deluxe; so it looks as if tiny manufacturing variations just cause sufficient mismatch between this particular stem and this particular bar. I agree that

[RBW] Re: Headset/Headtube Issues on New Atlantis

2020-06-18 Thread Sal
Actually most, if not all, of the headset (cups) are installed before the frames get to Riv, so it's possible it's some sort of an assembly-line issue and just the wrong cup size in there, and it got missed during the build-up. Hope it's an easy fix. On Thursday, June 11, 2020 at 10:08:12 AM

[RBW] Re: Day Ride Kit

2020-06-18 Thread Ryan M.
Most of my riding consists of hour to two hour long rides either mtb or on the back country roads by the house. It's all recreation and I don't ever have a destination. Generally I don't carry much except water. I usually wear a button down rayon shirt or one of those long sleeve fishing shirts

Re: [RBW] Problems with Nitto stems and bars?

2020-06-18 Thread Leah Peterson
John, what you say is true. Nitto products are expensive and should work perfectly. And even though you’re right and I should talk to Riv about this, I don’t think I can do it. If I discovered it was the bar (which I purchased from Rivendell’s website directly), I would definitely ask for their

[RBW] Re: Can I fit J. App. or AHH in back of Civic or Impreza with back seat down?

2020-06-18 Thread Julian Westerhout
Roberta, I'd go with the hatchback regardless -- lots more versatility and room with no downsides that I can see. Can't speak to the current models, but I owned a 1990s Impreza hatchback and that thing carried remarkably big loads -- smallish outside, huge inside -- like magic! You might

[RBW] Fire Season Smoke Ridin' Tips

2020-06-18 Thread tuolumne bikes
We encounter two common scenarios in the Sierra foothills. 1. Fires dispersed across CA and generally bad air quality. When this happens the air doesn't usually smell like smoke, but it looks bad. I have to decide whether to ride based on AQ data--unhealthful for... When I was a teen in LA

[RBW] Can I fit J. App. or AHH in back of Civic or Impreza with back seat down?

2020-06-18 Thread Roberta
I'm away from home without my bikes and found I need to buy a another car. I'm looking at the Civic and Imprezza sedans, but will go with the hatchback versions if needed. I'm leaning more toward Civic. I haven't seen either yet, just internet research. Currently (until Tuesday, that is), I

Re: [RBW] Re: Can I fit J. App. or AHH in back of Civic or Impreza with back seat down?

2020-06-18 Thread Steve Palincsar
Put fenders on; that will make the loading vastly more difficult (if not outright impossible) and will simplify your decision. On 6/18/20 3:26 PM, Joe Bernard wrote: While the hatchback is certainly simpler for loading bikes, I own a large sedan ('17 Chevy Impala) and can vouch for the

[RBW] Re: Can I fit J. App. or AHH in back of Civic or Impreza with back seat down?

2020-06-18 Thread Roberta
Thanks. If I see a car before I get home to my bikes, I’ll feel ok to buy it. If not, I will be bringing the AHH with me next weekend. AHH is 54.5, Appaloosa is 51. Doubtful I’d put both in the car simultaneously. Yes, last car buying experience I did bring my bike. I was probably known

Re: [RBW] Travel bikes

2020-06-18 Thread Jay Lonner
My understanding is that Bromptons would collide with my criterion of "avoidance of proprietary/specialized parts." Also, I have regarded Bromptons as great city bikes, but not necessarily optimized for multiday 40+ mile tours. But it's been a while, so I'll take another look. Jay Lonner

[RBW] Re: Can I fit J. App. or AHH in back of Civic or Impreza with back seat down?

2020-06-18 Thread Joe Bernard
They let you drag a bike into a brand new car?? -- 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 view this

Re: [RBW] Travel bikes

2020-06-18 Thread Joe Bernard
There's the BF Pakit. It's a 16-inch-wheeler like Brompton and folds down almost as compact, but lighter and uses less propietary parts. I haven't seen one with a Rohloff but I'm sure it can be done, they sell one with an Alfine IGH. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

[RBW] Brooks Brown v. Black

2020-06-18 Thread Brett Callahan
I almost always prefer brown, BUT, I like the look of the black on your bike. The big question to me is whether you'll ever add gumwall tires, in which case my vote goes back to brown. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: Brooks Brown v. Black

2020-06-18 Thread Clayton Scott
I prefer black on this one. Clayton Scott On Thursday, June 18, 2020 at 2:00:15 PM UTC-7, Matthew Williams wrote: > > I'm considering swapping my existing brown Brooks saddle and grips for a > black set. I made a layered Photoshop file so I could review the colors on > the bike. > > > Just

[RBW] Seen some Gus builds, no Susies yet....

2020-06-18 Thread Alex Wirth- Owner, Yellow Haus Bicycles
After inviting a wicken over to cast some spells on my phoneI received that golden phone call from Will at Rivendell! My Susie is getting ready to be packed up and shipped. I added some odds and ends to the order but I was curious if anyone else on the list has received their Susie yet?

[RBW] Re: Can I fit J. App. or AHH in back of Civic or Impreza with back seat down?

2020-06-18 Thread 'Ann L' via RBW Owners Bunch
Roberta: I would suggest going with the hatchback. I currently drive a mini cooper (4 door edition) and I can fit my Appaloosa in with the front wheel off. I would also recommend showing up at the dealership with one of your bikes to test their cargo capacity. It will give you a good idea

Re: [RBW] Travel bikes

2020-06-18 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
If you’re just noodling around, how about Brompton? You can get bags and racks and really load them down if you like, or keep it simple for riding around town. Standard hard case meets the max size requirement for checked baggage on Southwest and other airlines. Quick and easy to fold/unfold.

Re: [RBW] Travel bikes

2020-06-18 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
P.S. Russ and Laura at PathLessPedaled have used Bromptons for fully loaded touring, proving that it *can* be done: https://www.youtube.com./watch?v=PxCOB_EKOGc=PLlwgJTJiCVEbOsbCVK920Pm8_UQyYy3rR --Eric Norris

[RBW] Travel bikes

2020-06-18 Thread Ian A
Have you also considered a Moulton? I don't own one and have never ridden one, so others would need to weigh in. But, I had a great chat with a fellow on the road the other day. He has a new (Pashley) Moulton, 20" wheels. The bike splits in two for travel. A lot more money than a Bike Friday or

[RBW] Re: Can I fit J. App. or AHH in back of Civic or Impreza with back seat down?

2020-06-18 Thread Joe Bernard
I hear ya, Ann. I consider myself fairly good at the buying process but I DETEST 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, send an email to

Re: [RBW] Travel bikes

2020-06-18 Thread Lyman Labry
In my experience, the rotors may be bent when the suitcase is roughly handled by airlines. I solved that by removing and packing them separately. But that’s time consuming. Also: Heavy and I don’t think they’re necessary. I found I was spending a lot of time tweaking after transport. Often in an

Re: [RBW] Travel bikes

2020-06-18 Thread Christopher Murray
I would get a Bike Friday NWT. At the end of the day, I think it is the best compromise between quality, fit, convenience, and price. I love my Brompton but would never tour on it. Yes, it can be done but anything can be done. That doesn’t make it enjoyable. When we were riding cross country

Re: [RBW] Problems with Nitto stems and bars?

2020-06-18 Thread Mark Roland
I have a slightly different view of the situation. The world is not perfect. Even Japanese manufacturing tolerances. Even Rivendell. But let's be clear, this is a high class problem, a slight ticking noise. As I understand it, the bars were never slipping in the stem. Nothing came with the

[RBW] Brooks Brown v. Black

2020-06-18 Thread Joe Bernard
Black. Brown is too frame-matchy, the mustard/butterscotch needs contrast. -- 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: Favorite Rivendell model names?

2020-06-18 Thread Evan E.
Atlantis. Saluki. Rambouillet. -- 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 view this discussion on

[RBW] Travel bikes

2020-06-18 Thread Jay Lonner
I'm interested in building up travel bikes for my wife and me. Our intended use is credit card touring in continental Europe and the British Isles. We also have a developing interest in cruising the Salish Sea, so I'd like something small enough to store belowdecks out of the corrosive marine

[RBW] Travel bikes

2020-06-18 Thread Joe Bernard
Brompton covers bombproof, fenders and good bag carrying ability, easy/small fold and no derailleurs. But it's such an obvious first choice that I suspect you're looking for something that isn't a Brompton. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: Can I fit J. App. or AHH in back of Civic or Impreza with back seat down?

2020-06-18 Thread John G.
I own a 2012 Impreza hatchback and have put my old 61 cm MUSA Atlantis in the back with the seat down and front wheel still on. I end up turning the wheel up. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

Re: [RBW] Travel bikes

2020-06-18 Thread Steven Sweedler
Jay, here is a link to a couple I met while touring the Yucatan. They had a Bike Friday Pocket Llama and NWT with at least one Rohloff hub. 20 x 2” tires that did ok on some roads with soft sand. He had to plead with BF to sell him the bare frame, not sure if that is still the case. Steve

Re: [RBW] Travel bikes

2020-06-18 Thread Drw
Also to Steve’s point. I’ve been in recent contact with BF, I wouldn’t say you have to plead to get a bare frame, but they definitely Do try to steer you to their build. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

Re: [RBW] Travel bikes

2020-06-18 Thread Drw
I’m kinda in this same boat. I had a brompton for about a year, purchased for similar reasons, and just sold it a couple of weeks ago. Number one reason is that I couldn’t see riding a brompton much of a distance. People do, and that’s great. I could not ever really appreciate the ride

Re: [RBW] Travel bikes

2020-06-18 Thread Robert Tilley
I avoided Brompton's for the same reason. I wanted to avoid proprietary parts and went with Bike Friday bikes. I had a New World Tourist, a Tikit and a Project Q tandem at various times in the past. I found them all to be a bit fiddly and all required more maintenance than typical bikes would.I

[RBW] Re: Can I fit J. App. or AHH in back of Civic or Impreza with back seat down?

2020-06-18 Thread 'Ann L' via RBW Owners Bunch
Yes. If you tell them the deal is the bike fitting in the back, they will. They didn't even put protective covering down for the bike when I did this (which I suggested). I also recommend bringing a ipad or equivalent and looking at cars at other dealerships when they do the "I need to

Re: [RBW] Travel bikes

2020-06-18 Thread Lyman Labry
I own two Bike Fridays. Pocket LLama and a Pocket Rocket Pro. I’ve used both for touring in Europe, North America, and UK. On road and off road with Llama. Was preparing for Vietnam when Covid struck. Standard chain ring and derailleur setup. Easy to repair anywhere. I’d avoid disc brakes.

[RBW] Travel bikes

2020-06-18 Thread Joe Bernard
Oh, I forgot to mention why I specified the Pakit. Other Bike Fridays I've owned - the New World Tourist style most of their 20" wheel bikes use - were a lot more cumbersome to fold. They really are travel bikes for breaking down and packing into cases if that's what you're looking for. Which

Re: [RBW] Travel bikes

2020-06-18 Thread Drw
Why would you avoid discs? Just curious -- 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 view this

[RBW] Travel bikes

2020-06-18 Thread Bill Schairer
I have a BF NWT and have done two one week semi-loaded tours on Route 66 with it, used it Australia, British Columbia on trails even, in Austria, and commuted on it folding and unfolding it every day to ride in the elevator with me (I didn’t like my outdoor locking options). Was going to take

[RBW] Re: Brooks Brown v. Black

2020-06-18 Thread Drw
Black, since the frame is a brown shade -- 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 view this

[RBW] Re: Brooks Brown v. Black

2020-06-18 Thread 'Deacon Patrick' via RBW Owners Bunch
I'm gonna need a picture of it in use before I give my opinion. Grin. With abandon, Patrick On Thursday, June 18, 2020 at 3:00:15 PM UTC-6, Matthew Williams wrote: > > I'm considering swapping my existing brown Brooks saddle and grips for a > black set. I made a layered Photoshop file so I

Re: [RBW] Problems with Nitto stems and bars?

2020-06-18 Thread Leah Peterson
Shoot, John, you’re right again - yes, I did think I heard the noise once or twice on 6.17 but it was rare. Sorry! I’m still monitoring it. We’ll see what tonight brings. Thanks for all your help. I’m definitely better off having read this thread. Sent from my iPad > On Jun 18, 2020, at 2:11

Re: [RBW] Problems with Nitto stems and bars?

2020-06-18 Thread 'John Hawrylak' via RBW Owners Bunch
Leah OK, I thought the tick came back on 6/17 10 mile ride. If no tick, then use the triangular nut you bought from RBW, since it will absolutely contact the stem shelf and allow for bolt tightening without using a wrench. I still would NOT lube the stem/bar interface. The link to St

[RBW] Re: Can I fit J. App. or AHH in back of Civic or Impreza with back seat down?

2020-06-18 Thread Nick Payne
Depends somewhat on the frame size, as smaller frames not only have short seat tubes but also shorter top tubes. My wife can fit her bikes in the back of our Hyundai Kona without removing either wheel, but mine won't fit without removing the front wheel and dropping the saddle. Nick -- You

[RBW] Re: FS: Frank Jones 51cm

2020-06-18 Thread Joe Bernard
SOLD -- 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 view this discussion on the web visit

[RBW] Re: Can I fit J. App. or AHH in back of Civic or Impreza with back seat down?

2020-06-18 Thread Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY
$5600?! Yeah, that'll make you think. My octogenarian pal recently gifted us her "99" Mercury Mountaineer, and then my sister found herself wanting to give up a 2010 Hyundai that's cozy, which I jumped at the chance for. So yesterday I regifted the Mercury to a coworker's kid and will be

[RBW] Re: Can I fit J. App. or AHH in back of Civic or Impreza with back seat down?

2020-06-18 Thread Ryan M.
Man, that is an expensive transmission...I'd seriously be looking at another car too. I drive a Nissan Versa note that is a small hatchback and can fit my Appaloosa into the back with the seats folded down if I take both wheels off. I just lay the wheels on top of the bike and it all fits

[RBW] Re: Can I fit J. App. or AHH in back of Civic or Impreza with back seat down?

2020-06-18 Thread Joe Bernard
While the hatchback is certainly simpler for loading bikes, I own a large sedan ('17 Chevy Impala) and can vouch for the benefit of an enclosed trunk. I drive a lot for work and usually have stuff rattling around back there, but it's out of sight and mostly silent. If I ever wear this one out I

Re: [RBW] Problems with Nitto stems and bars?

2020-06-18 Thread 'John Hawrylak' via RBW Owners Bunch
Joe I would expect Nitto to have designed the tolerances of THEIR stem and THEIR bar to mate every time, if both are labelled 25.4mm. IF a problem occurs, Then it is POOR manufacturing, and not a "Oh Well, that's how it goes, we just have to accept it". Certainty not what we expect from

Re: [RBW] Re: Can I fit J. App. or AHH in back of Civic or Impreza with back seat down?

2020-06-18 Thread Roberta
Ha, ha, Steve. That is why when I bought the AHH, I kept it nekk'ed (that is federless for those who don't speak southern). I'll probably shop "for real" when I come back next week with a bike, but if I see something I love when I'm sans bike, I wanted to jump on it (I'm also looking at used

Re: [RBW] Problems with Nitto stems and bars?

2020-06-18 Thread Doug Hansford
Mark, The same thoughts went through my head today as I drove my 2002 Toyota 4Runner that has more than 205,000 miles on it. It runs so well and is solid and just well-made. But, it has a few rattles and quirks that I can live with that don't affect the performance or safety. Leah's bike and

Re: [RBW] Problems with Nitto stems and bars?

2020-06-18 Thread Joe Bernard
The problem for me if the stem/bar junction is ticking/creaking is I'll worry myself to death over it. It steers the bike, it's gotta look, feel and sound safe. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

Re: [RBW] Re: Sunglasses

2020-06-18 Thread masmojo
There was a time when "Sunglasses" could be any old glasses with a dark lenses. I remember this being an issue in the late 70s. That's when people realized that a dark mirrored shades might actually be worse for your eyes. At that point sunglasses were required to state their UV rating. Most

Re: [RBW] Can I fit J. App. or AHH in back of Civic or Impreza with back seat down?

2020-06-18 Thread Eric Daume
I fit my tandem in the back of my Accord with both wheels off. Of course, this is completely unhelpful to your question, but I was pretty impressed by it :) Eric Now with a Bike Friday tandem that would make it even easier On Thursday, June 18, 2020, Roberta wrote: > I'm away from home without

Re: [RBW] Travel bikes

2020-06-18 Thread Reid Echols
I wonder if the Velo Orange Neutron is worth considering? Or, if you’re ok with some creative or just plain stubborn gearing, the Crust breakaway Lightning Bolt? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

Re: [RBW] Travel bikes

2020-06-18 Thread Jay Lonner
My favorite bike is a 62cm Hunqapillar with a Pass and Stow porteur rack and 710mm Jones bars. I love it, but it is a beast. It is not optimized for travel. I wouldn't even try to fit it into a dinghy for island explorations - I have a hard enough time getting it onto the roof rack of my Jetta.

Re: [RBW] Travel bikes

2020-06-18 Thread Joe Bernard
Ok, here's my plan. A TIGed Clem-ish Riv 20" wheel bike with Ritchey couplers. It'll size down to a kids bike which is something Grant wanted to do, plus be an all-growed-up mini velo travel bike. Whaddyathink?  -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: Valuating modified 2003 Curt Goodrich 26" wheel custom frame FS

2020-06-18 Thread 'Abcyclehank' via RBW Owners Bunch
Patrick, Unless there is another Patrick Moore in the world I think your bike has limited resale value. Maybe I do not understand your unique preference for single speed fixed gear cycling. However one of my favorite Rivendell’s is my 68cm Quickbeam which I will never part with. I see your

[RBW] Can I fit J. App. or AHH in back of Civic or Impreza with back seat down?

2020-06-18 Thread Eamon Nordquist
With the chain stays on the Appa, it may not fit with both wheels on, based on what I can fit in my Hyundai Accent hatchback (a bike with 46cm chainstays is about max with the back wheel still on). If you don’t have fenders, you’re probably good. Eamon -- You received this message because

Re: [RBW] Travel bikes

2020-06-18 Thread Joe Bernard
That's a good point, Ryan. I'm a short guy and my Brompton is just on the cusp of too big for me. -- 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

Re: [RBW] Travel bikes

2020-06-18 Thread Jay Lonner
So the Neutrino is on my radar and has many appealing qualities. However, I would need size XXL, which per the website is too big to qualify as regular packed luggage. So that got me thinking about adding S couplers, but in that case might I be better off with something like the Surly Troll? The

Re: [RBW] Travel bikes

2020-06-18 Thread Shoji Takahashi
Have you considered Ritchey Breakaway frames? I don't have direct experience with them. When I've seen them and spoke to the riders, they like them. I think the breakaway system is elegant. shoji Arlington MA On Thursday, June 18, 2020 at 10:47:39 PM UTC-4, Jay Lonner wrote: > > My favorite

[RBW] Re: Valuating modified 2003 Curt Goodrich 26" wheel custom frame FS

2020-06-18 Thread Patrick Moore
Frame + fork + racks f/r + fenders, only. On Thu, Jun 18, 2020 at 9:27 PM Patrick Moore wrote: > It has long horizontals and no derailleur hangar, tho' I can supply a > claw. It doesn't have shifter bosses or housing stops, but it does have > rear brake stops. It does have the original under-bb

[RBW] Re: Valuating modified 2003 Curt Goodrich 26" wheel custom frame FS

2020-06-18 Thread Patrick Moore
Ach. 58 cm st c-c, 56.5 or 57 effective tt, c-c. Fits me who am 5'10" with long torso, and whose "classic" fit is 60 C 56-57 c-c. Ordinary bloke size. On Thu, Jun 18, 2020 at 9:27 PM Patrick Moore wrote: > It has long horizontals and no derailleur hangar, tho' I can supply a > claw. It doesn't

Re: [RBW] Travel bikes

2020-06-18 Thread Lyman Labry
I’ll second Kent’s comments especially the one that “more bikes get messed up in a suitcase than messed up on the road”. On Thu, Jun 18, 2020 at 10:42 PM Kent Peterson -- Eugene, Oregon < kentsb...@gmail.com> wrote: > OK, bias alert. I work in the service department of Bike Friday. I've > logged

Re: [RBW] Travel bikes

2020-06-18 Thread 'Abcyclehank' via RBW Owners Bunch
Jay, Knowing your regular bike size and your wife's makes a huge difference especially regarding comfort! I am 6’6” once had a 66cm bike Friday which road comfortably and surprisingly like my other full size bikes. Yet my wife thought I looked like a bear on a bike in a circus. The packing

[RBW] Re: FS: Ibex (Pedros) Zip Up

2020-06-18 Thread Dave Grossman
SOLD On Thursday, June 18, 2020 at 10:08:35 PM UTC-5, Dave Grossman wrote: > > Cleaning the closet out a bit..this is an old favorite but I need to make > some room. > > Ibex (MUSA) long sleeve zip with chest pocket. No rear pockets. A slim > large fit. Has a small hole on upper right chest

[RBW] Valuating modified 2003 Curt Goodrich 26" wheel custom frame FS

2020-06-18 Thread Ian A
Tire clearance with/without fenders might be of interest to a potential buyer. No idea on value, but good luck with the sale. If it was a 56x56/57 I'd be tempted. IanA Alberta Canada -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

Re: [RBW] Travel bikes

2020-06-18 Thread Andrew Letton
We have a Bike Friday Pocket Llama and an AirGlide, both mid- to late-90's vintage. I grew up on Dad's salmon troller and have spent much of my life "messing about in boats", so when I bought the AirGlide, I did not order the BF suitcase, but rather a very large Pelican Case. The AirGlide is

[RBW] Travel bikes

2020-06-18 Thread Nate in Oakland
While there, are you planning on using transportation that would not allow a full sized bike on board? On my tours, I just box my riv and fly it with me. Many airlines have very affordable rates for bike box luggage. Why not have your best moments on your favorite bike? Nate -- You

[RBW] Re: Ultradynamico Tires

2020-06-18 Thread Mike E
I think most riders consider the Ultradynamicos dirt centric tires. They may not be ideal for paved roads. The Rose works well on gravel but is a bit knobby on pavement. The knobs are spaced very far apart. I found the Cava a bit harder to like. The micro-knobs are very thin and tall and they

Re: [RBW] Travel bikes

2020-06-18 Thread Drw
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[RBW] Travel bikes

2020-06-18 Thread Kent Peterson -- Eugene, Oregon
OK, bias alert. I work in the service department of Bike Friday. I've logged a hell of a lot of miles on New World Tourists and I've seen what people manage to bust on tours. I'd like to point out one contradiction in your inclinations: You want to avoid proprietary parts but you are leaning

Re: [RBW] Re: Problems with Nitto stems and bars?

2020-06-18 Thread Sal
I was replying to this: "I’m hoping the T9 works its way deeper into the crevices. I have real stem grease coming via Amazon tomorrow - do you all think I should add that to the stem/bar interface as well? " The stem/bar interface should get nothing, the stem/steerer interface should get

Re: [RBW] Re: Problems with Nitto stems and bars?

2020-06-18 Thread Sal
do NOT grease the stem/bar interface! On Wednesday, June 17, 2020 at 8:48:10 PM UTC-7, Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > > Whew, I’m glad to have that clarified, and thank you, John. > > I did my 10 miler tonight and I think the ticking is mostly resolved. It > was a windy night, and I was

Re: [RBW] Re: Problems with Nitto stems and bars?

2020-06-18 Thread Joe Bernard
Sal, she says she used a little Boeshield on it. Is that ok and grease is bad, or are you saying nah to both? -- 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