[RBW] Re: Cycling apps for Apple Watch

[Robert Hakim]

I really like Ride With GPS!
Pretty similar to strava, but it doesn't have the KOM/social competitive 
features that strava ships with. 

-Robert 

On Wednesday, June 30, 2021 at 12:14:23 PM UTC-4 Tom Wyland wrote:

> Strava.  Just tracking commutes and joining local challenges (like 
> Freezing Saddles, etc).  The watch app can independently track your ride 
> then sync with the phone later, if you prefer that route.
>
> Be prepared for Strava to encourage you to be "the fastest" and refer to 
> you as an "athlete" constantly.  Super annoying.
>

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[RBW] Re: Susie in a downhill bike park

[Robert Hakim]

Not to downplay your accomplishment at all- I always found the riding at 
Park City and Deer Valley to be pretty groomed. I used to get similar "Good 
Luck Buddie" comments riding my old ridged 29er there too, but never really 
found any trails in that immediate region that were uncomfortably 
challenging. 

If anything the bros are all completely overbiking the whole place, but 
such is the mountain biking culture in that area.

I hope you keep turning heads on all of the trails!
-Robert 

On Tuesday, July 27, 2021 at 12:53:35 PM UTC-7 Ashwath Akirekadu wrote:

> Yes, I too would have loved to see a video of this.
>
> I enjoy riding my Susie on fire roads and such, but no downhill riding 
> plans though.  This's bike is probably a little safer for such rides than a 
> typical MTB, I think
>
> On Monday, 19 July 2021 at 23:03:23 UTC-7 zem...@gmail.com wrote:
>
>> This reminds me of the guy who took his Jones bike to a bike park: 
>> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ozEMnTtV7v0&t=3s
>>
>> On Thursday, July 15, 2021 at 11:48:30 PM UTC-4 Philip Williamson wrote:
>>
>>> I would have loved to see that. 
>>> I would subscribe to your YouTube channel!
>>>
>>> Philip
>>> Santa Rosa, Ca 
>>>
>>> On Thursday, July 15, 2021 at 3:50:45 PM UTC-7 benjami...@gmail.com 
>>> wrote:
>>>
 Thought folks might be interested in my recent experience taking my 
 Susie to Deer Valley lift-serviced downhill bike park.  Overall it was 
 highly enjoyable despite dealing with ridiculous bros.

 Got a ton of looks and comments, ranging from very positive ("Right 
 on!", "Old school!", "Love it!") to puzzled and dismissive ("good luck, 
 buddy").

 She handled great! I don't ride downhill hardly ever, but she was super 
 balanced even on the black diamond stuff that the bros were tearing down. 
 I 
 was able to keep up with my friends who were basically riding soft dually 
 suspended pillows. I found my Tosco bars to be perfect for the descents, 
 and my 2.5" Terravail's at 10psi to be enough to absorb a lot of the bumps 
 and grippy in tight corners.

 I was a little nervous about how she would do on some fairly gnarly 
 terrain and she was great.  Not looking to spend too much time at bike 
 parks, but good to know she is up for the challenge if I do.

>>>

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[RBW] Re: BikeSnobNYC, 2022 Five Boro NYC Bike tour promo video on Platypus. Reviews of prior tours requested.

[Robert Hakim]

I was lucky that a bike shop employer took me on a Five Borough Ride, and 
it was absolutely fantastic. It was years ago, and I still cherish the 
memories and the tour bib. I would absolutely do it again! I don't know if 
I would do it in consecutive years but it is a unique experience and highly 
recommended. The Verrazano Narrows bridge is steeper than it looks! 

-Robert 

On Friday, February 4, 2022 at 11:34:01 AM UTC-8 Dave S wrote:

> Yes, absolutely do it... once.  It's a great way to experience the city 
> that you'll always remember.  He's spot on regarding all the cool places 
> you get to ride on with your bike that is soul-crushing in a car.  
>
> That said, there are SO many people that depending on where you are in the 
> pack, it's unrideable at times (mostly sharp turns and the approaches to 
> bridges).  Getting to the start is a bit of a hassle.  There are special 
> path trains and ferries.  I recommend parking/starting at the finish 
> (Staten Island) and taking the ferry in the morning instead of dealing with 
> it afterward.
>
> I've recommended it to a few folks who then made me do it with them again 
> and those times the PITA factor outweighed the magic that only exists the 
> first time.
>
> Dave
>
> On Thursday, February 3, 2022 at 1:14:23 PM UTC-5 Roberta wrote:
>
>> Here's a promotion that Bike Snob NYC did with Terry Barentsen.  Looks 
>> like fun.
>> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=as_9Pj_AD3A
>>
>> Is it worth it?  Most reviews I've heard basically say it's fun one time, 
>> but wouldn't do it again.  
>>
>> Roberta
>>
>

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[RBW] Re: FS: Carradice Bagman quick-release brackets and adapters

[Robert Hakim]

I have the QR bag support, but I snapped the plastic bit that attaches to 
the bag. Do you know if it is possible to source just the plastic piece? I 
would hate to have to spend $50 on the whole bundle when the majority of it 
would go unused.

-Robert

On Friday, February 4, 2022 at 3:30:28 PM UTC-8 Jim S. wrote:

> bump. $45 each, shipping included.
>
> On Thursday, January 27, 2022 at 12:16:16 PM UTC-6 Jim S. wrote:
>
>> I have three of these for sale. $50 each, shipping included. 
>>
>> You get both the bracket, and new adapters and big thick zipties that 
>> attach the adapter to your saddle bag so that it fits the quick-release 
>> bracket. These work great, if you have a saddle bag that you want to easily 
>> switch among bikes, or if you have a saddle bag that you remove when you 
>> reach your destination.
>>
>> Here's a pretty good product description:
>>
>> https://www.perennialcycle.com/bagman-quick-release-clamp.html
>>
>> Please note: these are not Bagman Expeditions. That is, there is no metal 
>> support piece that your saddle bag rests on. I think these are most useful 
>> if you have a rear rack that your saddle bag can rest on.
>>
>> Here are photos:
>>
>> https://photos.app.goo.gl/oBtUWJnL2qvhdj5e7
>>
>

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[RBW] Re: Share some pictures: Raw steel bikes

[Robert Hakim]

Eric, 

While it's not the style of bike that I would normally post on this forum, 
you may enjoy the pictures in this album of my Waltworks mountain bike. 
I've left it raw through two seasons of riding and I think it is 
interesting to look back on how the finish has changed. I'm thinking about 
having it media blasted and powder coated this year. 

https://photos.app.goo.gl/p4FpnrQyZe7Xv7o46

Happy riding! 
-Robert

On Saturday, March 12, 2022 at 5:15:57 PM UTC-8 eliu01 wrote:

> Here's my wife's custom Frances 650b road bike.
>
> [image: 5719885899_84d077f5ab_o.jpg]
>
> On Saturday, March 12, 2022 at 10:20:09 AM UTC-8 lkbr...@gmail.com wrote:
>
>> Hi Eric,
>>
>> Here is a photo of my 1980 Trek mystery model in a pewter color. I know 
>> it's not quite raw steel, but it's fun to imagine what's underneath and 
>> consider what makes steel more exciting than steel-colored paint.  
>>
>> Cheers,
>> Bunny
>>
>> [image: MediumRareTrek.png]
>> On Wednesday, March 9, 2022 at 11:20:45 AM UTC-7 eric...@gmail.com wrote:
>>
>>> I'm working on a project and considering going the raw steel finish 
>>> route, with a clear. 
>>>
>>> I hope people can share some pictures of raw steel bikes for 
>>> inspiration. 
>>>
>>> Here are a few images I've saved.
>>>
>>>- Lyle's Rivendell Rambouillet 
>>>   - Oil buffed in with scotchbrite pads 
>>>- Sal's Trek 950
>>>   - Raw with clear shellac 
>>>- This Rivendell Glorious from facebook
>>>   - I believe these got a clear powdercoat
>>>
>>>
>>> [image: download.jpg]
>>> [image: 37166652_218919018822897_3133483443376095232_n.jpg]
>>> [image: 272456597_6980658778672856_3904882088288009621_n.jpg]
>>>
>>

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[RBW] Re: Share some pictures: Raw steel bikes

[Robert Hakim]

My pleasure Eric! 
It is completely raw, but living in the American West, the patina has 
matured slowly. It has been on the back of the car next to the ocean, in 
the rain multiple times, I spent a few months with family in humid 
Virginia, and I can't even tell you how many creek crossings. The majority 
of the rust is likely from being stored in a garage during my time in Va. 
As cool as the finish is, I think it is making me subconsciously feel like 
the bike is 'old' or 'worn out'. Looking back through the pictures I think, 
for my tastes anyways, I should have curtailed the development of the rust 
a little while ago, hence the desire to get it painted. Though sometimes it 
is fun to show up at the trailhead with a rat bike, surrounded by all the 
modern carbon enduro bikes and their loud graphics. 

Cheers, 
Robert 
On Wednesday, March 16, 2022 at 7:52:48 AM UTC-7 eric...@gmail.com wrote:

> Thanks, Robert! Is this totally raw or is it raw with a clear coat and the 
> patina is under the clear? I ask because I'd figure a raw steel frame would 
> weather more quickly that the time frame you mention. I am prepared to be 
> wrong about this assumption!
>
> On Wednesday, March 16, 2022 at 12:59:00 AM UTC-4 Robert Hakim wrote:
>
>> Eric, 
>>
>> While it's not the style of bike that I would normally post on this 
>> forum, you may enjoy the pictures in this album of my Waltworks mountain 
>> bike. I've left it raw through two seasons of riding and I think it is 
>> interesting to look back on how the finish has changed. I'm thinking about 
>> having it media blasted and powder coated this year. 
>>
>> https://photos.app.goo.gl/p4FpnrQyZe7Xv7o46
>>
>> Happy riding! 
>> -Robert
>>
>> On Saturday, March 12, 2022 at 5:15:57 PM UTC-8 eliu01 wrote:
>>
>>> Here's my wife's custom Frances 650b road bike.
>>>
>>> [image: 5719885899_84d077f5ab_o.jpg]
>>>
>>> On Saturday, March 12, 2022 at 10:20:09 AM UTC-8 lkbr...@gmail.com 
>>> wrote:
>>>
>>>> Hi Eric,
>>>>
>>>> Here is a photo of my 1980 Trek mystery model in a pewter color. I know 
>>>> it's not quite raw steel, but it's fun to imagine what's underneath and 
>>>> consider what makes steel more exciting than steel-colored paint.  
>>>>
>>>> Cheers,
>>>> Bunny
>>>>
>>>> [image: MediumRareTrek.png]
>>>> On Wednesday, March 9, 2022 at 11:20:45 AM UTC-7 eric...@gmail.com 
>>>> wrote:
>>>>
>>>>> I'm working on a project and considering going the raw steel finish 
>>>>> route, with a clear. 
>>>>>
>>>>> I hope people can share some pictures of raw steel bikes for 
>>>>> inspiration. 
>>>>>
>>>>> Here are a few images I've saved.
>>>>>
>>>>>- Lyle's Rivendell Rambouillet 
>>>>>   - Oil buffed in with scotchbrite pads 
>>>>>- Sal's Trek 950
>>>>>   - Raw with clear shellac 
>>>>>- This Rivendell Glorious from facebook
>>>>>   - I believe these got a clear powdercoat
>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>> [image: download.jpg]
>>>>> [image: 37166652_218919018822897_3133483443376095232_n.jpg]
>>>>> [image: 272456597_6980658778672856_3904882088288009621_n.jpg]
>>>>>
>>>>

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[RBW] Re: Bombadil on its Archetypal Route (loads of photos)

[Robert Hakim]

Wow, that route looks spectacular! It seems like you caught it on a 
spectacular day as well! 

Does that area get much snowfall or can you ride there year round?

Cheers!
Robert
On Saturday, November 28, 2020 at 10:15:04 PM UTC-7 Joe Bernard wrote:

> Now that's a Rivbike in its proper environment. Nice work, Jason! 👍
>
>
> On Saturday, November 28, 2020 at 8:50:58 PM UTC-8 Jason Fuller wrote:
>
>> I had a particular route in mind when I bought this frameset from Joe, 
>> and today I rode it (well, one version of it). It's just outside of town 
>> here in Vancouver BC, and its quite special. We have an immense wealth of 
>> trails on our north shore, though most are technical mountain bike or 
>> hiking trails. I love those trails, but this route features the only 
>> extended stretch of gravel that is fully closed to motorized traffic as 
>> well as the only paved parkway that extends into the wilderness in this 
>> region. 
>>
>> I can ride it from my doorstep; it's about 11km to get to this paved 
>> parkway - popular in summer, but pretty quiet nowadays. 
>>
>> [image: IMG_2849rs.JPG]
>>
>> This path carves through the rainforest for about 5km, leaving cell 
>> service behind, until a pretty hard-to-miss singletrack turnoff takes you 
>> down a steep embankment to this grand clearing, known as The Spot among 
>> friends here. Despite its established looks, it's both well hidden and hard 
>> to access, and therefore goes unknown to many who ride this region. 
>>
>> [image: IMG_2851rs.JPG]
>>
>> From here, my route follows a steep downhill stretch of singletrack to a 
>> marsh, where a gravel access road begins and will take me a further 7km 
>> into the valley and away from the city. 
>>
>> [image: PXL_20201128_222541680.jpg]
>>
>> This access road, called Spur 4, used to be charming double-track with 
>> grass up the middle but it was graded this year with fresh gravel. 
>> Unfortunate. Bears and cougars inhabit this area and humans are few and far 
>> between - combine this with the lack of cell service and the fact you're 
>> now over 10km into the woods, it can be pretty humbling to ride alone. 
>>
>> [image: IMG_2861.JPG]
>>
>> A connector trail brings you back to the main parkway, where most people 
>> are. It was a little wet today, but that's fine by me. I can't imagine life 
>> without full-coverage fenders! 
>>
>> [image: IMG_2863rs.JPG]
>>
>> Above is the view of the lake, which is as far as you can go. It was only 
>> about 2:30 but already the sun was falling behind the tall peaks to the 
>> west; I'm far enough north that it's getting dark shortly after 4pm now. 
>>
>> [image: PXL_20201128_230524452.jpg]
>>
>> The first leg of the return route is called the Hatchery Trail, and it's 
>> the highlight of the whole route for me. It's a non-technical trail that 
>> winds through the moss-rich forest, including placards with information on 
>> local wildlife. It's beautifully maintained and quite wonderous, 
>> considering the nearest vehicle parking is 10km away!   
>>
>> [image: IMG_2871rs.JPG]
>>
>> This puts you back on the paved parkway, which I followed for the full 
>> 10km back out of the forest. At the parking lot, I followed a steep 
>> downhill connector trail to the trail network to the east. 
>>
>> [image: IMG_2877rs.JPG]
>>
>> As I dropped in elevation I entered a pre-sunset fog. Combined with the 
>> beginnings of a sunset, it really made for a cool effect with the moss and 
>> lichen covered trees. 
>>
>> [image: PXL_20201129_000243149.jpg]
>>
>> The full route from my door falls a bit short of 60km, which is a nice 
>> length for me - big enough to be rather epic, but can be done in about 4 
>> hours and leaves me with a bit of gas in the tank so I'm not a wreck for 
>> the rest of the evening! 
>>
>> Thanks for following along with my ride report / coming to my TED Talk! 
>>
>>

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[RBW] Re: Swappable handlebar setup

[Robert Hakim]

Wonderful! A luxury not often seen with quill-stemmed bikes. 
Do you find yourself wishing for any extra stem length when riding with the 
flat bars?

-Robert 

On Saturday, December 5, 2020 at 3:53:34 PM UTC-7 brettjc...@gmail.com 
wrote:

> Link to album  since groups 
> won't let me post photos
>
>  I present my handlebar swappable Atlantis. I was inspired by the Alps in 
> the last BQ. I'm not a fan of downtube shifters, so I went with quill 
> mount, which allow the bar swap not to mess with shifting.  The Paul moon 
> units allow me to leave the straddle cable in place while swapping the 
> bars, and with a slotted Tektro hanger in front and a modified IRD hanger 
> in rear make it easy to simply slide the brake cables out.  Removable 
> faceplate will stem allows me to swap bars by removing only two bolts. Not 
> having to revamp a cable repeatedly should avoid concerns about them 
> wearing prematurely or weakening.  
>
> Brett in PDX
>

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Re: [RBW] Re: ROADUNO - a new singlespeed!

[Robert Hakim]

I’m curious why they went/will go with a 120mm spacing. Correct me if I’m 
wrong, but it seems like 130 would allow for a larger variety hub options. 
In theory, wouldn’t a 130mm SS-specific hub have slightly wider flanges 
thus allowing for a stronger wheel build?


-Robert
On Friday, December 11, 2020 at 9:23:32 PM UTC-7 Mike Godwin wrote:

> I'd like a Lime Olive one. Single top tube? Probably. Sloping top tube? 
> yes, since there are only 4 sizes. Rebirth of Roadini? It is a Roadini 
> version of the canti-Romulous. Long wheelbase? hope not. 
>
> Mike SLO CA 
>
> On Friday, December 11, 2020 at 7:08:16 PM UTC-8 robert.har...@gmail.com 
> wrote:
>
>> Was there a picture I missed? I am super excited as a QB 
>> ownerclearance for 50s!
>>
>> Sent from my iPhone
>>
>> On Dec 11, 2020, at 8:33 PM, Berkeleyan  wrote:
>>
>> 
>>
>> How will it be different than a QuickBeam? That's more of a rhetorical 
>> question, maybe just asking what was there to improve on a QB that a R1 
>> will get right? My 66cm QuickBeam (Orange) already has *adjustable* wheel 
>> base, is fully lugged, and has proved versatile enough for a loaded S24O, a 
>> 55 mile Brevet, all my local grocery shopping and restaurant dinner takeout 
>> pickup. I know, it's just the RBW "way" for bike models (apart from 
>> Atlantis) to have limited runs, frames that carry their cachet for 
>> years/decades beyond their end-of-run date. I'm  never letting go of my QB, 
>> but I hope the R1 is an awesome frame that sells like begeezus.
>>
>> - Andrew, Berkeley
>>
>> p.s. It took me a while to get the new sticker - "nothing" is greater 
>> than a bicycle!
>>
>> On Friday, December 11, 2020 at 5:01:25 PM UTC-8 Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY 
>> wrote:
>>
>>> Fingers crossed that they'll make a big one...
>>> ..any color will do
>>> -Kai
>>>
>>> On Friday, December 11, 2020 at 6:03:18 PM UTC-5 Nathan F wrote:
>>>
 From today's BLAHG:

 "1. *RoadUno,* a onespeed derailerless country-kind of bike (not 
 modeled after a track bike). For pavement, town, commutes. It's not a 
 trail 
 bike. You can ride it on dirt and gravel roads, but it's kind of rude to 
 ride it on hilly and rough trails. More on it way below."

 Sounds great. I'm praying for purple (no grey or RBW Blue, 
 please--sorry but they use 'em too much) and v-brakes. Based on the name I 
 think the latter is unlikely : (

 - Nathan in PDX

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Re: [RBW] Bombadil on its Archetypal Route (loads of photos)

[Robert Hakim]

Wow, really looks like studded tires would have been a good choice! Good 
for you for (presumably) staying upright. 
I separated a shoulder and partially tore a rotator cuff in similar 
conditions. That was on a fat bike with knobbies larger than those on your 
Bombadil, mind you! Studs are now my friend when it gets icy. 

-Robert

On Saturday, December 12, 2020 at 8:07:02 PM UTC-7 ANDREW ALLEN ERMAN wrote:

> Jason, my name is Andy.  Thank you for this post - your photos are art.
>
> Best,
>
> Andy
>
> On Dec 12, 2020, at 6:40 PM, Jason Fuller  wrote:
>
> Rode the same route today, but freezing rain made it 50km of ice, 
> basically.  What a day! 
>
> 
>
> 
>
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Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone else a paranoid mechanic?

[Robert Hakim]

" I still have a terrible habit of snugging the bars in the stand and 
telling myself I'll get back to that bolt later to make sure it's tight."

I had to make a hard rule for myself to stop doing this after I 
finger-tightened stem bolts just tight enough to not move before I mounted 
and kicked off on a fresh build. Thankfully there was a door frame to stop 
me (the bike, really, since it was in charge of where we were going)  
before I went through the open door and down a decline into the street.

But yes, paranoia-anxiety, ect... I take pills for that sort of thing now, 
and even with calmed 'nerves' I have learned that the "double-triple check" 
is a good friend of mine indeed! After a bad crash I learned that if some 
mechanical issue is preventing me from enjoying my well earned descent I 
will stop and check on it. Minutes before my crash I had eyed a parking lot 
and thought "I should stop and check on things"- and I wish I had! 

Robert "Looks both ways... TWICE!" Hakim
SLC, UT
On Wednesday, December 16, 2020 at 10:25:28 AM UTC-7 Joe Bernard wrote:

> Oh yes, I worry. Especially because - after decades of doing this stuff - 
> I still have a terrible habit of snugging the bars in the stand and telling 
> myself I'll get back to that bolt later to make sure it's tight. I always 
> forget and my first ride is always met with the bars slipping in the first 
> few feet. I can't trust my mechanic!
>
> Joe Bernard 
>
> On Wednesday, December 16, 2020 at 7:02:53 AM UTC-8 bjmi...@gmail.com 
> wrote:
>
>> Hey Laing!
>> Thanks for that write up! Most of those are the tips/things I definitely 
>> did after my downhill blowout. I'll likely try the max PSI trick and 
>> inspect the raised line again. I think I got it nailed and figured out, I 
>> just wondered if anyone who checks the boxes and learns from their mistakes 
>> still has that creeping feeling that it's all going to fall apart. 
>>
>> Thanks again!
>> Ben
>>
>> On Wed, Dec 16, 2020 at 8:33 AM lconley  wrote:
>>
>>> There are two things.
>>> One. Push the entire tire, both sides, to the center of the rim off of 
>>> the bead seat before inflating so that you can see that there is no tube 
>>> under the tire.
>>> Two. inflate the tire in stages - 1st inflate the tire to 15-20 PSIG and 
>>> then inspect the tire to rim interface. On all tires, there is a molded-in, 
>>> small, raised line around the tire just above the tire-rim interface. At 
>>> low pressures, this may still be below the rim, if there are any places 
>>> where this line is a noticeable distance from the rim, it may indicate a 
>>> problem - deflate, inspect, adjust. As you raise the pressure in stages the 
>>> line should eventually even out at a constant distance from the rim as it 
>>> seats on the rim - you can pull on the tire at the low and intermediate 
>>> pressures to help it out. Some tires seat immediately, some require a lot 
>>> of fiddling. It may require going to the tire maximum pressure to seat the 
>>> tire. Then you can release pressure as required. This is generally only 
>>> required for new tires, they kind of take a set as they break in and 
>>> stretch.
>>>
>>> Laing
>>> Still uses tubes
>>>
>>> On Wednesday, December 16, 2020 at 9:11:36 AM UTC-5 bjmi...@gmail.com 
>>> wrote:
>>>
 Hey all!
 I just threw on Schwalbe Marathon Winter tires (700x40) on the 
 Atlantis. Sad to see the Shikoros all deflated and and sitting in the 
 corner, but it was either they take a timeout or I don't ride to work. 
 Easy 
 choice.

 So I've been riding as an adult over a year now and started with an 
 affordable Linus with 28mm tires and promptly got a flat my third or 
 fourth 
 time out on it. I took the wheel over, unseated the bead, got the tube 
 out, 
 patched it, put it back in, reseated the bead, yadda yadda yadda, BOOM. No 
 issue. Had another flat this last summer and had to repair it while on the 
 way home from picking up a crowler of beer...very stressful, almost lost 
 my 
 wrench, but got it done, not a problem! 

 Later this last summer as piece-by-piece Riv'd up my Linus, I wen to 
 35mm tires. Took off the old ones, did all the steps, and as I was pumping 
 up the front tire, the tube blew out (some tube was under the 
 bead...DOH!). 
 So I laughed it off, changed the tube, did the rear wheel, and went out 
 for 
 a ride. All was going well, then on a fast descent, when I started 
 breaking 
 I heard an awful thud-thud-thud-thud that was getting louder and BANG! I 
 screwed up the back wheel, too! So re-did both tires, used soapy water, 
 thought about using talc, but I couldn't find any locally and Sheldon 
 Brown 
 says it does nothing...I never had another problem.

 So I guess I'm wondering this (if you've managed to read this far)...at 
 what point can you be absolutely sure that tube is not pinched between 
 bead 
>>

Re: [RBW] The joy of winter riding, and how do you keep your toes warm?

[Robert Hakim]

An interesting tidbit that I just learned about today from a telemark 
skiing forum:

Capsaicin cream on your feet under socks. Theoretically the capsaicin will 
help dilate blood vessels, increasing blood flow and warming those toes. 
Maybe a bit of a 'warming' effect from the effects of the peppers 
themselves too? 

I haven't tried it yet, but I do love spicy things... 

-Robert

On Monday, February 1, 2021 at 4:00:30 PM UTC-5 wboe...@gmail.com wrote:

> Will deR,
>
> Can you tell me about the fit of the Lakes?  I like to get a little big 
> for a winter shoe, but not sure how their fit compares to normal bike 
> shoes.  My Shimanos are 44, Sidis are 43.  I'm generally a solid 9 1/2, 
> with average width feet.  Thanks!
>
> Other Will, near Boston
>
> On Mon, Feb 1, 2021 at 3:15 PM William deRosset  
> wrote:
>
>> >Will: Can you describe, or give make and model, of your dedicated winter 
>> bike shoes?
>>
>> Dear Patrick,
>>
>> Not directed to me, and I have an answer:
>>
>> Assuming you use SPD pedals, I recommend Lake MXZ304s. Not inexpensive.
>>
>> I actually own the now-discontinued MXZ303, which differs very slightly 
>> from the 304: they relocated the ratcheting dial closure to make it less 
>> likely to be bumped a couple of years ago.  When new, they were overkill at 
>> peri-freezing temperatures. Now, with time (I got them sometime around 
>> 2012), heavy seasonal use, and my own advancing age/worsening Reynauds, I 
>> use them starting around 40degF and will eventually get chilly feet below 
>> about 12degF when otherwise properly outfitted. I use chemical warmers for 
>> rides at or below about 10degF as a result. I wear a 46 wide and find 
>> plenty of room for my (low-volume but pretty wide) forefoot and a pair of 
>> thick ragg wool socks. 
>>
>>  Best Regards,
>>
>> Will
>> William M. deRosset
>> Fort Collins, CO
>>
>>
>> On Monday, February 1, 2021 at 10:42:21 AM UTC-7 Patrick Moore wrote:
>>
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Re: [RBW] Re: FS MUSA Hunqapillar complete 58cm

[Robert Hakim]

There is certainly a lot to like about that build! Good thing it is too 
small for me :-)

BTW, I love the second photo with the cat ogling the Riv. Clearly it is a 
cylophile just as we are!

-Robert 

On Sunday, February 21, 2021 at 8:08:02 PM UTC-5 Alex Wirth- Owner, Yellow 
Haus Bicycles wrote:

> Hi John! 
> I just don’t have the capacity to take on larger projects at the moment.   
> To kick the ball back in your direction, you could part it out and do quite 
> well offsetting your cost of the frame 😊
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[RBW] Re: Salt Lake City Cycling Question

[Robert Hakim]

I'll echo the others- I only find goatheads a real issue in the central and 
western parts of the valley, particularly along the Jordan River Trail 
corridor. Most of the cycling on Wasatch Blvd and up into the canyons you 
won't have much of an issue with them, thought they do appear occasionally. 
I never found any near Park City. Good luck with the move! 

On Sunday, March 7, 2021 at 9:11:24 AM UTC-5 Glen wrote:

> The only area I am aware of that goat heads are an issue is one section of 
> the main north/south multi purpose trail (Jordan River Trail) and SLCo has 
> an active eradication program. The trail is usually very clear of them but 
> the shoulders can trap them in the cinders/gravel. Your current tires will 
> be perfect for most of your riding here. 
>
> Feel free to DM if you have any questions you'd like to ask a fellow 
> mid-atlantic transplant.
>
> On Saturday, March 6, 2021 at 7:43:51 AM UTC-7 Brady Smith wrote:
>
>> Looks like the family and I are relocating to Salt Lake City. Question 
>> for fellow Utah listers: How big of a problem are goat heads? I was on the 
>> verge of ordering a new dynamo wheel a few months ago but held off in case 
>> going fully tubeless winds up making more sense. In New Jersey, where we 
>> have glass but not thorns, I've been running Rene Herse tires in 700x44 
>> with tubes and had no flat issues. I gather that this setup is not going to 
>> serve me especially well out west. Do I put sealant in my tubes? Go fully 
>> tubeless? Or would something like the Soma Shikoro be enough as long as I'm 
>> riding mostly road/gravel?
>>
>> Best,
>>
>> Brady in NJ/soon to be Utah
>>
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[RBW] Re: Shoe recs for platforms

[Robert Hakim]

I bought a pair of these :
https://www.specialized.com/us/en/2fo-flat-2-0-mountain-bike-shoes/p/155830?color=237107-155830&searchText=61119-6237
And I quite like them. They're a bit warm in the summer but are stiff, 
comfortable, durable and shed reasonable amounts of water. 

I bought mine last year, they had better color options- i.e. not super 
bright and not white. 

-Robert

On Monday, March 8, 2021 at 4:12:36 PM UTC-5 Joe M. wrote:

> I prefer Altra Lone Peaks for when I'm going on dirt and Vans slip ons for 
> pavement riding. Both these shoes feel good on my MKS Monarch/Gamma pedals.
>
> On Friday, March 5, 2021 at 5:36:32 PM UTC-8 David Person wrote:
>
>> +1 on the Five Ten Freeriders.  Grippy and long lasting soles.  Pedal 
>> pins don't tear them up.
>>
>> On Wednesday, March 3, 2021 at 2:15:19 AM UTC-8 Ed Carolipio wrote:
>>
>>> I prefer Five Ten Freeriders for biking - all my bikes have flats - with 
>>> the suede/mesh uppers and the rigid + grippy stealth rubber soles. MSRP is 
>>> $100 but can be had for as low as $60 when they go on sale. My experience 
>>> with Freeriders is they break in well and can take a beating. For a change 
>>> of pace, I also wear low cut Vans with waffle soles, laces, and 
>>> suede/canvas uppers (Berle Pro, BMX, Old Skool).
>>>
>>> --Ed C.
>>> On Tuesday, March 2, 2021 at 6:17:22 PM UTC-8 Adam wrote:
>>>

 Hi all,

 I've seen a few old threads on this topic, but am curious what shoes 
 people like for their platforms? I'm using the newish grip monarchs.

 I've been riding in an old pair of running shoes for a number of years, 
 but the holes are getting out of hand and it's time for them to retire. I 
 tried a pair of fairly rigid spd shoes that I had sitting around from a 
 few 
 years ago (without the cleats) and while I like the rigidity, the grip 
 doesn't hold up when they're wet.

 I'm finding that I like the additional stiffness. Trying the mushy 
 running shoes again, they feel pretty bad. I'm not sure how they didn't 
 bother me all those years.

 So what's grippy (esp when wet), not too hot, decent in the rain, and 
 reasonably stiff?(doesn't have to be cycling specific)

 Thanks for your thoughts!

>>>

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[RBW] Re: Upgrade to Sam Hillborne from a Surly Corss-Check?

[Robert Hakim]

It seems many of the points I would raise to answer your question have 
tactfully been answered my most other members. 

Having owned a CX check and the Hillborne I will echo that I was more 
comfortable and more satisfied with the ride quality. I never loaded up my 
Sam with bags for a short tour as I did with my old Surly but I have no 
doubts it would perform well over the same set of surfaces. 

Perhaps the only area I feel like the CX check outgunned the Hillborne was 
pushing the bike's limits on singletrack trails. I believe the more 
robust-feeling threadless stem, stiffer tubing, and larger diameter steerer 
tube contributed to the confidence of the CX check compared to a tall quill 
stem on my Riv. 

One last thing I enjoyed about the Riv is the people I met through the 
bike. I had more curious people approach me to talk about it than I ever 
did with my cross check. I did enjoy many of those brief conversations with 
strangers interested in my handsome tuxedo black Hillborne than I ever did 
with my old Surly. 

In short, I don't think you would go wrong by switching to the Sam. 

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[RBW] Re: Looking for in house bike stand/holder

[Robert Hakim]

I know you stated that you prefer a floor stand but I believe these Velo 
hinges are worth consideration if you are able to lift your bike up. 
Here 

I live in a moderate size apartment and keep 6 bicycles reasonably 
accessible between a floor stand and 2 hinges. I was concerned with the 
weight of my off-road touring bike and was comforted by installing it so 
the hook would flex and allow the rear wheel to rest on the floor, while 
still able to pivot easily.  

I do recommend mounting hook for the rear wheel to a small piece of wood to 
protect the paint from tire marks. 

Robert,
SLC, Ut

On Thursday, September 24, 2020 at 11:36:28 AM UTC-6 Joel wrote:

> Cross posted on Bob.  
>
> I have the very old stands that Rivendell sold years ago, not very stable. 
>  I’d like either 1 double or 2 single bike holders, floor style to keep my 
> bikes safe. Recommendations appreciated.  I’ve seen a few on eBay and 
> Amazon but thought it wise to check here before buying.
>
> Thanks
>
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[RBW] Re: 1996 Riv All Rounder update

[Robert Hakim]

I’ll echo what others have said already!... Wow! Gorgeous ride! 

I’m not sure that I would have had the courage to pick the green bar 
tape... I tend to be a “black or brown matches everything” kinda guy but I 
think that combination works swimmingly.

Hope you enjoy riding it as much as we enjoy ogling it!

Thanks for sharing.

Robert,
SLC,

On Monday, November 9, 2020 at 4:27:21 AM UTC-7 Mark Roland wrote:

> Wow. Gorgeous bike. Funny to think that, in its day, this was considered 
> out there and wacky. Kinda like the Hillibikes of today. Of course for us 
> bicyclists that came of age during a certain time period, the classic lines 
> and beautiful lugwork of this bike will always look right, even with 26" 
> tires and cantilever brakes. 
>
> On Sunday, November 8, 2020 at 1:42:41 PM UTC-5, John in PDX wrote:
>>
>> The All Rounder came to me from the original owner who had lots of 
>> documentation, ordered in 1995, delivered in January 1996.  Will continue 
>> to evolve components, working towards Shimano 8-speed index, enjoying the 
>> Gevenalle shifter pods.
>>
>> Hope this link works.
>>
>> https://photos.app.goo.gl/v9nhn5sdHzvmHPM58
>>
>>

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[RBW] Re: "Cross-training" for cycling: walking? Also: Inexpensive but large and practical backpack?

[Robert Hakim]

Patrick,  not sure if you are an app guy or not, but I found the Nike 
Training Club app to be helpful to get me motivate to maintain my body. It 
helps to motivate by breaking down the barriers I perceive and removing 
most excuses. (Only excuse left now is me being a lazy, lazy man) 

I was working on a project documenting construction errors and it’s fix 
which required me to take thousands upon thousands of photos with a dslr 
mounted with a telephoto lens and large flash unit every day for months. 
The majority of the photos were on very high ceilings, you can imagine the 
havoc this unleashed on my young neck and back, constantly craning upwards 
and compensating for whatever pain developed the day before... 

A friend recommended me the app and told me to ignore my disdain for 
traditional athletics and standard exercise. I heeded the advice and was 
quite pleased what great leaps and bounds of progress I made with 
relatively little commitment. The app is nice because you can select the 
body group you want to maintain and they have encouraging guided videos 
that walk you through the process and show you how to modify the drills for 
comfort or lack of equipment. 

Best of all, no gym required! It removes that huge barrier for me, I can 
now flail in my living room with nary a soul to cast judgment on my lack of 
strength or strings of winded expletives muttered throughout the event.

I liken the improvements to finally changing the cable housing on your 
shifting and braking system after a few years of dealing with dwindling 
performance. It will make you feel crisp and refreshed! 

Best of luck 
Robert 
On Wednesday, November 18, 2020 at 9:40:25 AM UTC-7 Mike Godwin wrote:

> Patrick, 
> there's gotta be others here with lower disc issues, L5-6 for me. It seems 
> like once you start feeling those twinges, it "suggests" other issues are 
> going on. Stretching moves every day keeps the discs flexible, it helps get 
> fluids into the discs, and minor benefit it helps the core muscles by 
> equalizing the tension. Mix in with different body exercises (specific leg 
> lifts, other things, planks, push ups).  Push-ups help me with riding on 
> drops.  Bike riding actually causes tightening of the muscles that connect 
> into the lower back, so you want to even things out and keep loose. Walking 
> is a very good way of keeping things loose. Unlike Jack, if I'm doing 
> construction projects, it really aggravates the lower back, but gotta keep 
> stretching.  I had an episode last summer where my right leg was going 
> numb, but on the inside - hip to ankle - stabbing hot pain that kept me 
> from sleeping for 3 days. Now I know what true sciatic pain is, it is 
> brutal. Its from compression of the spine on nerves where the discs are 
> damaged. I don't like doing the exercises either, but I do like being able 
> to ride and walk and hike. Don't let it get away from you. 
>
> Check out The Back Mechanic by Stuart McGill for self-help regimes.
>
> Mike SLO CA
>
> On Wednesday, November 18, 2020 at 8:21:22 AM UTC-8 Tom Palmer wrote:
>
>> Hi Patrick,
>> Late to the party here. I do a short intense work out of pushups, squats, 
>> and planks. 10 minutes maximum. Start with pushups by doing as many as I 
>> can, switch to squats, usually about 20, do a 30 second plank, back to 
>> squats 20 or as many as I can, pushups again, and rotate. The key is very 
>> little rest between sets. If I had a pull up bar I would do those in the 
>> rotation too. 
>> I have inflammation issues and if I do this a few times a week an dstay 
>> away from sugar and grains, I feel great. my riding is way stronger too.
>> Tom Palmer
>> Twin Lake, MI
>> On Monday, November 16, 2020 at 12:56:12 PM UTC-5 Patrick Moore wrote:
>>
>>> I should be doing more of other sorts of exercise besides cycling 
>>> anyway, but what brings this to mind is that my lower back -- center, just 
>>> above hips -- has been moderately painful off and on for the last 7-10 
>>> days; I think that the cause or occasion was insufficient muscle tone while 
>>> spending too much time all at once bent over working on the Monocog and 
>>> other things; this exacerbated by bending over too forcefully a couple of 
>>> times afterward to reach things on the ground (dog shit, if you must know). 
>>> It's not more than mild, and for a long time I've been stiff down there 
>>> after sitting (I do try to sit straight) or bending, and it has been worse 
>>> in the past; generally my back is fine, thank God; but I'd like to nip it 
>>> in the bud.
>>>
>>> Besides cycling, I do pushups, but that aside, I despise "exercise." 
>>> I've heard, read, and felt when I do it that simple walking is a good 
>>> all-over exercise and that, in particular, it strengthens your core -- of 
>>> course, it will do this only moderately but moderately is all I want.
>>>
>>> Can anyone comment on walking for general health and, in particular, to 
>>> keep your core in basic tone? I have 

[RBW] Re: shipbikes.com vs. bikeflights.com

[Robert Hakim]

I was skeptical of shipbikes.com at first- mostly due to their simple 
website and no brand recognition. 

I only shipped a frame and parts from SLC to Denver- but their rate was low 
enough it was worth the risk. 

Sure enough, everything was fine! 

Hope that helps... 

Robert, 
SLC, UT

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Re: [RBW] Helpless in Nevada: How do you secure this fender?

[Robert Hakim]

I agree that it is beyond belief that a bike shop would not have the bolt- 
not only the bolt, though- it amazes me that they don't have the know-how 
and actually allowed a bicycle with an unsecured fender to leave the shop 
"as is"

That, to me, is a huge red flag and I would immediately abandon the shop. 
Though that may seem extreme I suffered greatly following a high speed 
wreck due to an unsecured fender. It also makes me wonder, what other 
safety issues is the mechanic oblivious to?

FWIW, in the off chance there was a packing error and that clip was omitted 
a quick email to the friendly folks at VO would help turn up a spare part. 
Also, as others have mentioned, a drill, some low-profile bolts, a small 
"L" clamp, and a nylon or leather washer will also be a suitable solution. 

Good luck finding a reputable shop! 

-Robert, SLC


On Friday, March 13, 2020 at 8:34:37 PM UTC-6, Steve Palincsar wrote:
>
> It is beyond belief that a bike shop would not have the requisite bolt.   
>
 

> Steve Palincsar
> Alexandria, Virginia 
> USA
>
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[RBW] Re: Christmas in July... FS: SwiftIndustries Hinterland Ozette Randonneur Bag/Nitto Rack/Nitto Decaleur

[Robert Hakim]

PM Sent! 

Thanks, 
Robert, 
SLC, UT

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[RBW] Re: The Wild and Wonderful World of Wald

[Robert Hakim]

In my limited basket experience, I have found that the rack method is best 
suited to my uses- even if it is just a little canti-stud/P-clamp mounted 
randonneur rack. 

I'm not certain that the first basket I had was a Wald brand, and may have 
been made out of inferior materials, but I thought the load just flexed all 
over the place with a 12 pack of glass beer bottles in it. Some of that 
motion was likely due to the liquid itself sloshing around in the 
containers. For some reason, however, I don't remember it becoming any 
easier to control despite my best efforts to lighten the load with a few 
friends... Must have been due to the liquid itself sloshing around in my 
stomach. 

Anyways- that brief basket experience was enough for me to swear off the 
struts. Years later, I've returned to the basket life, but I swear by the 
rack mounted method. Nowadays I tend to overload the basket with groceries 
instead of malted beverages, but I feel like I can get away with a more 
substantial load if I need to with the rack-mounted option. (Watermelon, 
anyone?) 

I'm sure if you are only carrying around a coffee kit, snacks, and an extra 
coat/gloves up front you won't have any sort of issue. 


Cheers, 
Robert Hakim
SLC, UT

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[RBW] Re: WTT: Brooks B67 for B17 or Cambium

[Robert Hakim]

John,

I have a black B17 narrow I'd be happy to trade. Let me know if that 
interests you and I can send pictures. 

Cheers,
Robert Hakim
SLC, UT

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[RBW] Re: Which Rivendell frame would you resurrect?

[Robert Hakim]

On Wednesday, July 17, 2019 at 6:06:58 PM UTC-6, LBleriot wrote:
>
> People, people.  C’mon.  The orange Rambouillet is the one that should be 
> on everybody’s list.


I wholeheartedly agree! In my formative years as a young bike mechanic I 
remember going into the basement to get a bike for a customer, and I 
noticed the gleaming orange paint, ornate badge and decals, beautiful 
lugwork and the lovely white head tube on the bike next to it. I went 
straight to the mentor I had at the shop and asked him all about it- and 
that is how I came to know about Riv. 

I was very happy with my new-to-me '93 RB-2, but wanted wider tires and a 
saddle bag- not to mention that orange! 

This year I finally purchased my first Riv, and I do love it so... but I 
still lust over that orange Rambouillet! 


 

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[RBW] Re: Chacos vs. Bedrocks

[Robert Hakim]

On Monday, August 19, 2019 at 12:21:22 AM UTC-6, Jonathan D. wrote:
>
> Chacos have a high arches and thick soles.  I tried them and the arch 
> kills my feet and I can’t wear them without getting leg pains.   The Chacos 
> are also really heavy. 
>

You and I are quite opposite! I love the chacos because I have a wicked 
high arch. They are one of the few "shoes" I've found that help keep my leg 
pain at bay. I even have a second pair I wear inside while I'm cooking or 
standing around the house. Unless there is a foot of snow on the ground I 
usually wear them through the winter, as they seem to fit my arches almost 
perfectly at a fraction of the price of custom insoles. 

They are fairly heavy, you are right about that... I don't usually take 
them backpacking, or bike camping for that very reason. 

As far as the bedrocks go... I get bouts of achilles tendinitis just 
watching my friends wear them! 


Dave, I suppose the best thing you could do is buy them from a retailer 
with a generous return policy like REI, Zappos, or Backcountry.com so you 
can walk around with them for a few days to see if they suit your needs. 

Robert "Hell or High Arches?" Hakim
SLC, UT



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[RBW] A Few Photos From Saturday's Ride

[Robert Hakim]

Last Saturday I took a ramble from my home near Salt Lake City down valley 
to Utah Lake. I reckon it was a bit over 50, perhaps even edging towards 60 
miles in that hot high desert heat. 

I tried to attach photos here, but I believe they were too large. You can 
follow along here (or better yet skip my rambling and get to the goods!): 
https://photos.app.goo.gl/YaWqzyDfqMZEqF3t6


The route I took was quite nice and peppered with city parks and trail 
heads with water taps- a saving grace in the 100*F sunshine- I must have 
drank six to seven liters of water en route! It was mostly on a network of 
connecting and sometimes patchy bike paths. The central part of the Jordan 
River Trail runs just west of I-15 through a number of suburban towns that 
fill the valley with their sprawl. I didn't take many photographs on the 
first half of my journey, for I wanted to cover ground and avoid the riff 
raff that tends to hang around the trail. Once I got farther south, the 
path seems to run through more open spaces, where there are more snakes and 
birds than humans- at least during midday in the summertime. 




The lake ended up being a bit farther of a ride than I had anticipated, but 
no worries- I had nothing to do but ride, and plenty of water en route. One 
of my favorite sections of the trail ran from around South Jordan past 
Riverton, through Bluffdale and stopped just shy of Lehi. That seemed to be 
the stretch with the lowest population density and the highest 
concentration of cottonwood and olive trees. The Jordan River Trail rolls 
past a couple of open gravel pits before climbing up a small "pass" that 
separates Utah County from Salt Lake County. Passing this point, the route 
grew more suburban as I approached the mega-mall of Thanksgiving Point and 
the Town of Lehi. Not to imply that the riding from here-on-out wasn't as 
enjoyable, but I certainly didn't feel the brief solitude I did feel on the 
last stretch. Now, I would be sharing the path with the occasional golf 
cart through pop-up neighborhoods and oddly green golf courses. 




Meandering on, I finally reached Utah Lake. Grateful to have reached my 
destination, but wishing the shore (and the lake) was a bit more suitable 
for a swim. The long, shallow,  muddy shore and long history of heavy 
industry and mining adjacent to the lake kept me from taking a dip. 

While I stopped for some shade and a beer I had carried, I really enjoyed 
watching the birds float over this wetland. The wild-land/urban interface 
is quite strong here, with habitats for young families, small farms, and 
migratory species almost overlapping. It is a bit more open and a little 
less crowded here than my neighborhood, and I can certainly see myself 
returning to the shores of Utah lake for another ride in the near future. 




Time to begin heading home! I leave the sanctuary of the bike path and hop 
onto some quiet- if not rural-feeling roads heading east to the town of 
American Fork. Here, I plan to catch the train back to downtown Salt Lake 
instead of retracing my route... But not before following a short farm 
road  to a small beach for one more lake view.

As I ride past willows as tall as me, I startle hundreds of birds hiding 
nearby and they all seem to take flight at once! 




The ride through some modern neighborhoods and along the shore is 
uneventful, save for one lifted diesel truck... It is Utah, after all! The 
train station is conveniently located at the western edge of American Fork, 
allowing for a low stress and low traffic arrival into the station. A 
fifteen minute wait on the platform gives me time to reflect on my ride... 
Certainly one of the most enjoyable I've had in a few weeks! I often lament 
that the train doesn't run on Sundays here, I would love to take advantage 
of their bike-friendly cars more often than I do. 





The only downside of arriving in downtown Salt Lake is that my ride home is 
all up hill... getting steeper, and steeper until I finally arrive. After 
sitting with stiffening muscles for almost an hour in the aggressive 
air-conditioning of the train car, uphill in the heat is the last thing I 
want to do! 




Fortunately for me, my favorite brewery is a few blocks south of the train 
station- and they typically have a food truck out front on Saturdays. My 
partner is easily persuaded with liquid motivation, so I offer a cold 
beverage for a ride home. 


All in all, a great time out on a fantastic bicycle! 



Happy Riding, 

Robert, SLC, UT




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[RBW] Re: A Few Photos From Saturday's Ride

[Robert Hakim]

Thanks for the kind words, folks! 

Kent, 
The double top tubes seem to be a love it or hate it dichotomy! I quite 
like it on the Sam, but it seems like more of a novely than a necessity on 
the 58- at least unloaded with someone of my size on it. Haven't loaded 
this bike up for an overnight yet, but I imagine that is when I will really 
appreciate the benefit of that extra tube! 

 Mark Anderson wrote:
>
> Now to the important question:  Which is that favorite brewery of yours? 
>  Sounds like it could be Fisher or Templin.  Inquiring minds want to know. 
>

Kiitos Brewing tucked away near 6th W and 7th S- across the way from the 
DPS Skis factory. I've never seen it too crowded, they've got a nice 
selection of pinball machines and other games, and pretty decent beers- for 
being 4%. I like their amber and the lighter-than-you-might-expect coffee 
cream ale. It's a trip to have such a strong coffee flavor in a beer that 
is as light in body and clear in color as a pilsner!

Fisher always seems too crowded and too loud for my enjoyment- never been 
to Templin but I will definitely check it out. What is your favorite 
brewery in town?

 

>
> [*] South of town it's less of a single trail than a reticulated network 
> meant to confuse non-locals and dump us out into light industrial areas or 
> McMansion tracts every half mile or so. :P
>

I'm not sure I ever actually found *the* Jordan River Trail. Every sign 
made it seem like I was on the JRT Connector. Perhaps the trail itself is 
just one long junction in that part of town! So long as I kept on the 
'connector' I usually was on it... I think! 




Grady,
 I've only made it up to Farmington up north, but that is a nice ride. Glad 
I could show you what the southern terminus looks like! Any ride selections 
you could share farther north? I admittedly haven't explored very much up 
there!


Aaron, 
It sure can be easy to wimp out when its hot! I ended up staying inside for 
home projects the rest of the long weekend! 
Last summer I didn't ride as much as I should have because it was easy to 
convince myself to find other things to do- it has been a goal of mine to 
try to ride more this summer. While sometimes tough, it sure beats not 
riding! At least that is what I tell myself.  

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[RBW] Re: A Few Photos From Saturday's Ride

[Robert Hakim]

I have no doubt that was an interesting ride, Kai- especially with the 
holiday! It seems even the mild mannered folks in my neighborhood go a 
little nuts, the JRT must have been happening at 1 am! 

I should strive to live more like you and do some more serious night 
riding I always intend to, but bed always wins. 

Let me know if you ever are up for a nocturnal ride!

-Robert, 
SLC

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[RBW] Re: A Few Photos From Saturday's Ride

[Robert Hakim]

Sorry to hear about your crash and subsequent surgery, Mark! Hopefully you 
have recovered well and are back on the bike! 

I checked out Templin, I like it! Nice environment- it is refreshing to see 
one of these local spots that is able to serve full strength brews, 
cocktails, and non-alcoholic beverages as well!
I do like Saltfire's proximity to Parley's trail and their indoor bike 
parking- not to mention the fact they sell full flavor beers (and 
kombucha!) - but I must confess- while I do enjoy their flavors, all of 
their beers seem sort of... flat. I have had their beers leak out of the 
'sealed' cap before. That is, however, one of the few places where I have 
spotted more Rivendells than anywhere else I have been in the valley! I 
will keep an eye out for your 62 cm Sam- maybe we will run into one another 
someday. 



Andy, thanks for sharing the vignette of your childhood riding. I'm sure 
those desert evening rambles got you hooked on bikes for life! It is 
amazing what a little taste of freedom will do to an inspired child with a 
bicycle! 
We do have goatheads here in the Salt Lake valley- they seem to be more in 
the lower elevations of the central and western part of the valleys, though 
I have seen them higher up on the eastern side of the valley where I live. 
I haven't ridden in New Mexico, but I remember the goatheads being much 
more rampant in Colorado's Front Range than they are here. I have heard 
they flourish in New Mexico.
Boise, Idaho has created a clever event partnering with New Belgium and 
local bicycle advocacy groups and they celebrate the removal of the weeds 
before they dry out and spread their thorn. I haven't been to the Boise 
Goathead Festival yet, but it seems like a good time full of costumes, live 
music, and of course- bicycles! Hopefully I can mosey up there next year to 
catch their community event. 


Cheers, 
Robert Hakim
SLC

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[RBW] Re: Charlie H Gallop!

[Robert Hakim]

The first Riv E-Bike! :-) 

Robert Hakim
SLC, UT

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[RBW] Re: Build + Small Ride Report: Testing out my new Hillborne!

[Robert Hakim]

Hi Nathan! 

Sharp looking rig you have there! That color is a great one for the sam! 

That path looks like an idyllic setting for a ride! You've certainly got me 
daydreaming about misty forest mornings now! 

Enjoy the bike! 



Happy Riding, 
Robert, 
SLC, UT

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[RBW] Re: Weird Comments from the Peanut Gallery...

[Robert Hakim]

This wasn't so recent as it was memorable... 
>
>
A few short days after my partner and I moved to our new neighborhood, we 
were riding back from the store- groceries in the basket. 
A spandex clad racer on an uber-stiff, ultra racey carbon rig slowed down 
as he passed us and in a very odd, loony voice proclaimed:

 "Ha! People! Real, live people! On bikes!"

Then he down-shifted and sped off. 

The route we take to the store is quite popular with recreational roadies, 
wannabee racers, and actual racers. Sometimes one will see things like 
grocery bags dangling from aero-bars on tri-bikes. The coffee shop in the 
neighborhood is often filled with the click-clack of road cleats and carbon 
soles, and echoes with the elitist, competitive "I rode farther and faster" 
chatter one would expect around so many racers.

I'm not quite sure if that rider was mocking us, or praising our 
individuality for riding more practical bicycles in an area where "sport" 
riding is the generally accepted style. 

Either way, it was a very bizarre interaction, and both Emily and I were so 
dumbfounded as to what had happened that we couldn't even think of a reply 
as he raced away.
We just looked at each other, shrugged, and giggled. 

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