[RBW] Ram + Sugino XD 2 triple = ? bottom bracket length
Hi everyone, My apologies if this has been covered before (a forum search didn't turn up an answer) but could anyone tell me if I should use a 110 or 113 (or something else) length bottom bracket for the Rambouillet-Sugino XD2 triple combination? Thanks Jeff Denver, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Sidepull brakes versus Cantilevers
Hi John, I have a Rambouillet with Tektro Silvers and a 1988 Trek 520 Reynolds 531 with Shimano cantis. The cantis have better stopping power than the Silvers, however the Silvers are not bad. Overall I prefer cantis for a few reasons. Stopping power is better. I also think they look better on non racing steel frames in general. Also, not having a sidepull brake going through the fork crown hole allows you to use what I believe are better, stronger and more elegant looking front racks. And lastly, cantis will virtually never interfere with fenders. I wish my Rambouillet had cantilevers. I would switch in a heartbeat. Jeff I own Paul Neo Retros which are installed on a Surly Cross Check and love them. Once you adjust and tension the arms, they are virtually trouble free. On Thursday, April 4, 2013 12:25:22 PM UTC-6, john wrote: > > I've been searching the archives for a specific topic which I have not > found. Excuse me if I missed it. > > Due to the fact that an auto struck me while riding, ruining the original > the fork of my Sam Hillborne (with cantilever studs), I got a replacement > fork (Thanks Rivendell!) which didn't have the studs for canti's. > > Thus, I'm now using Tektro 559 sidepulls, rather than Tektro 720 canti's, > which was spec'd on the bike. > > I've read much about types of brakes, their various attributes, and etc. > Some argue cantilevers have more stopping power (greater mechanical > advantage) than sidepulls. Some argue side pulls are simple, elegant, and > easier to adjust. Some say, racers have been using sidepulls for years, why > not me? Others say neither option is the best; centerpull brakes are the > way to go. Then, there is the linear pull brake (V brake), which is another > type of cantilever, I believe. Not to mention disc brakes, both mechanical > and hydraulic > > Although I value statistical analysis (Bike Quarterly), I prefer to hear > from people who actually ride certain brakes, and what the like, and > dislike. I'm not enough of a tech-minded person to stay with all the detail > of mechanics. > > The question is this: Those of you who have used both cantilevers and > sidepulls on a Rivendell frame (especially on a Sam Hill, but any will do, > I think), which do you prefer for stopping power (not aesthetics), and why? > > That is to say, if you were to spec a new bike, and it were a "road" bike, > not intended for touring with massive loads but for day rides, multiday > tours, even touring any distance with less than 50 pounds, which brakes > would you choose, and why? > > I'm interested in knowing why Rivendell changed their choice of brakes on > the stock Sam Hill. from a cantilevered bike to a side pull spec'd bike. > Perhaps they save cost in frame production? Perhaps they prefer sidepulls? > Perhaps they needed to purchase many of their designed Tektro 559's in > order for Tektro to make them? > > In any case, I'd be curious to hear what folks have to say on the topic. > As for myself...I'm still on the fence. I like the sidepull's looks much > better. I like the ease of adjustment. I think their stopping power is not > as great as the cantilevers - at least compared to my Tektro 720 > cantilevers with yokozuma pads. But they're close. Close enough? Depends on > how steep the hill, how much weight is on the bike, and etc., of course. In > the end, I know it's a very personal choice. > > Thanks. > > John > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: FS 64 cm Atlantis - custom blue
Hi everyone, I went to check the bike out last weekend (I live in Denver) and I wanted to let everyone know that if you are looking for an Atlantis you shouldn't hesitate to pull the trigger on this one. The parts are all top of the line and the bike felt great to ride. My wife sort of shut down the purchase or I would I have definitely bought it, especially at this price. There is a long scratch on the top tube but the bike as a whole is great. Highly recommended. Jeff Swank On Thursday, April 4, 2013 7:52:06 PM UTC-6, drewjensen wrote: > > Hey everyone - I moved to the Boulder area a couple of years ago and there > are so many great trails here compared to where I lived in the Bay Area for > so long. I've taken my Atlantis out on them, but my wife has tired of my > suggesting new ways to retrofit it to make better use of the trails and so > talked me into a Surly Ogre works a little better on the trails around > here. It's not an Atlantis, but I think it's the right tool for this job. > > Alas, though, I need to do the fiscally responsible move and sell off my > Atlantis. I got it in 2006 when they were still Toyo made and had it > painted a dark blue that I liked. I had to save money for it for a couple > of years and took great pains to get the best parts I could afford/justify > for it. Really, the only corner I can think that I cut was that I didn't > get Phil Wood hubs but I stand behind all of my other choices in putting it > together. > > Anyway, it's a sad day, but a necessary one. If you know anyone looking > for a 64 please pass along the information. If anyone has any questions > feel free to ask. Thanks for your time. > > Drew > > Here's a link to my local CL listing: > http://boulder.craigslist.org/bik/3723729971.html > > > > > (note to moderator: I attempted to use the tag, but got an error > indicating that the tag was not for use in this forum) > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] 64cm Rambouillet - Handlebar bag/decaleur combinations
Hello everyone, I was hoping someone in the group could give me a recommendation on a tall handlebar bag and decaleur that will work on a frame this large (64cm). My handlebar is high above the nitto front rack and I'm not sure if there is a decaleur that will reach down low enough to connect to a bag. I was looking at the Berthoud 28 bag because it is so tall and was curious if the VO Decaleur fork receiver will reach down enough. http://store.velo-orange.com/index.php/accessories/racks-decaleurs/decaleurs/vo-decaleur-reciever-5mm-posts-218.html Anyone have any experience with a larger Rivendell frame and handlebar bag? Thanks a lot. Jeff Denver -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: 64cm Rambouillet - Handlebar bag/decaleur combinations
Hi Ron, I forgot to ask, will the Bertoud horizontal decaleur work with the Nitto Delux stems you think? Thanks Jeff Denver On Thursday, April 25, 2013 6:54:55 AM UTC-6, Ron Mc wrote: > > Not a Riv frame, but a tall vintage Raleigh - essentially 64cm - a tall > 11-liter rando bag on mini Nitto front rack with Bertoud 121mm horizontal > decaleur. > > <http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v728/bulldog1935/Raleigh/aP4130005.jpg> > > Decaleur came from Boulder cycles (renehersestore.com). The decaleurs > come in 91mm and 121mm. I determined the correct length of the decaleur up > front, by measuring the bag height above my rack, handwaving that spot in > space, then measured distance from the stem bolt to the hand-waving spot. > Nailed it pretty well, in the end, it required about a quarter-inch drop > on my handlebar stem to flat the bag on the rack. > > <http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v728/bulldog1935/Raleigh/aP1210001.jpg> > > Very happy with this hardware. > > > > > > On Wednesday, April 24, 2013 12:00:12 PM UTC-5, Swza wrote: >> >> Hello everyone, >> I was hoping someone in the group could give me a recommendation on a >> tall handlebar bag and decaleur that will work on a frame this large >> (64cm). My handlebar is high above the nitto front rack and I'm not sure >> if there is a decaleur that will reach down low enough to connect to a >> bag. I was looking at the Berthoud 28 bag because it is so tall and was >> curious if the VO Decaleur fork receiver will reach down enough. >> >> >> http://store.velo-orange.com/index.php/accessories/racks-decaleurs/decaleurs/vo-decaleur-reciever-5mm-posts-218.html >> >> Anyone have any experience with a larger Rivendell frame and handlebar >> bag? Thanks a lot. >> >> Jeff >> Denver >> > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: 64cm Rambouillet - Handlebar bag/decaleur combinations
Hi Bill, I was thinking about the p clips. It definitely has a very clean look to it. Thanks for the help. Jeff Denver On Thursday, April 25, 2013 8:44:22 AM UTC-6, Bill Lucas wrote: > > Jeff, > > I have a 64 cm Ram with a VO Randonneur Front Rack with Integrated > Decaleur and a Lone Peak H-100 "Alta" Handlebar Pack. I used P clips for > the rack. The bag is standard height. This works for me because I have > STI and can't read the map case without my glasses. > > The Ram is a great bike. > > Regards, > Bill Lucas > Watsonville, CA > > > On Wednesday, April 24, 2013 10:00:12 AM UTC-7, Swza wrote: >> >> Hello everyone, >> I was hoping someone in the group could give me a recommendation on a >> tall handlebar bag and decaleur that will work on a frame this large >> (64cm). My handlebar is high above the nitto front rack and I'm not sure >> if there is a decaleur that will reach down low enough to connect to a >> bag. I was looking at the Berthoud 28 bag because it is so tall and was >> curious if the VO Decaleur fork receiver will reach down enough. >> >> >> http://store.velo-orange.com/index.php/accessories/racks-decaleurs/decaleurs/vo-decaleur-reciever-5mm-posts-218.html >> >> Anyone have any experience with a larger Rivendell frame and handlebar >> bag? Thanks a lot. >> >> Jeff >> Denver >> > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: 64cm Rambouillet - Handlebar bag/decaleur combinations
Thanks a lot Ron. I actually tried to buy the Acorn tall rando bag yesterday but was too slow. Those are hard to get a hold of. I go to the Rene Herse shop quite a bit so I'll take my bike and try it out. Thanks for the info. Jeff Denver On Thursday, April 25, 2013 7:17:53 AM UTC-6, Ron Mc wrote: > > ps - this is using the Acorn tall rando bag, which is the same height as > the Bertoud 28 bag, and I have 15-16cm of stem above the headset. > > On Thursday, April 25, 2013 7:54:55 AM UTC-5, Ron Mc wrote: >> >> Not a Riv frame, but a tall vintage Raleigh - essentially 64cm - a tall >> 11-liter rando bag on mini Nitto front rack with Bertoud 121mm horizontal >> decaleur. >> >> <http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v728/bulldog1935/Raleigh/aP4130005.jpg> >> >> Decaleur came from Boulder cycles (renehersestore.com). The decaleurs >> come in 91mm and 121mm. I determined the correct length of the decaleur up >> front, by measuring the bag height above my rack, handwaving that spot in >> space, then measured distance from the stem bolt to the hand-waving spot. >> Nailed it pretty well, in the end, it required about a quarter-inch drop >> on my handlebar stem to flat the bag on the rack. >> >> <http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v728/bulldog1935/Raleigh/aP1210001.jpg> >> >> Very happy with this hardware. >> >> >> >> >> >> On Wednesday, April 24, 2013 12:00:12 PM UTC-5, Swza wrote: >>> >>> Hello everyone, >>> I was hoping someone in the group could give me a recommendation on a >>> tall handlebar bag and decaleur that will work on a frame this large >>> (64cm). My handlebar is high above the nitto front rack and I'm not sure >>> if there is a decaleur that will reach down low enough to connect to a >>> bag. I was looking at the Berthoud 28 bag because it is so tall and was >>> curious if the VO Decaleur fork receiver will reach down enough. >>> >>> >>> http://store.velo-orange.com/index.php/accessories/racks-decaleurs/decaleurs/vo-decaleur-reciever-5mm-posts-218.html >>> >>> Anyone have any experience with a larger Rivendell frame and handlebar >>> bag? Thanks a lot. >>> >>> Jeff >>> Denver >>> >> -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: How do you deal with scratches on your frame?
Take it as a small blessing that now you can lock your beloved Riv up without worrying about keeping it pristine. Rivs need some blemishes to counterbalance their beauty to make them complete. On Wednesday, May 22, 2013 7:01:48 PM UTC-6, hsmitham wrote: > > Curious what you Rivsters think? Below video is curious. It'll be > interesting to see how many of us fall into the two distinct groups > associated with our perception of our bikes. I'm sure there will be those > within the group who will fall somewhere in between. > > http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=33gojC_e5hU > > Hugh > Sunland, CA > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Sackville Shop Sack & Wald basket
Him MIchael, I've used the large and medium on a Nitto front rack and the medium is more secure that the large on the narrow rack, but it was never too big of a deal either way. I then put the large on a VO Porteur rack. The platform of the rack is ideal for holding the large Wald and is very secure. And to answer your question, the bag/basket combo is perfect. I've yet to buy enough groceries or anything else that won't fit inside. And like Brian in Seattle, I use a cargo net to secure it. Also, my large basket is on a low trail bicycle which did make a very noticeable and positive difference than when I had a medium basket on my Ram. Jeff Denver, CO On Thursday, May 23, 2013 3:50:56 PM UTC-6, Michael Hechmer wrote: > > Who has used this combo? The large basket is 18" but the "medium" (there > is no small so how there can be a medium mystifies me) is 21" wide. Is the > bast measurement smaller? How's it working for you? > > Michael > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Family Ramble
These fires will become more and more common. Although there was some snow at the end of the winter this year, overall, Colorado had very disappointing snow levels this year (especially considering how horrible the last two years were). We already had a fire in Evergreen and it's the middle of Spring. If we have another winter next year like this year, Denver and the metro area will be in huge trouble and there will be massive fire problems in the mountains. My brother measures water levels for the state and the problem is much worse than people realize. Bike rides like these will be harder to come by in the future. Patrick, I don't know what the answer is but we have to all start acting now, do anything you can. It breaks my heart to see your daughters riding and to think what our magical and majestic mountains will look like when they are grown. On Tuesday, June 4, 2013 6:46:26 PM UTC-6, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Woke up today knowing there would be a lot of LOUD construction due to all > the heavy equipment that had appeared in town over the weekend. My plan was > to escape to Rampart Reservoir which was partly burned by the Waldo Canyon > fire last year. But I really didn't want to spend another day away from my > wife and kids, so asked if they would join me (driving part way there to > make it possible). Indeed they did, so off we went. > > Everything looked lush and green (for Colorado) and untouched for the > first 2/3rds of the ride. Then trails that had been old roads overgrown to > single track were freshly plowed from fire trucks getting access. Entire > new junctions existed and we sent out our oldest lassies as scouts to try > and figure out which ones to take. Getting lost actually took us into the > burn area. Wow. The transformation from pine and aspen forest to chard > lodge poles without a lodge is stunning to see. After a few tries at a few > places, we got it right. "Our" site was untouched. > > The thunderstorms began rolling in, everyone but me ate lunch (since I > fast for 24 hours between meals), we got a wonderful drenching and light > and sound show, and home we bound. > > Life is beautiful! What a wondrous way to spend 8 hours avoiding > construction noise! > > http://www.flickr.com/photos/32311885@N07/sets/72157633937237638/ > > With abandon, > Patrick > > *www.MindYourHeadCoop.org* > *www.OurHolyConception.org* > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Bombadil, 60cm Fully-Built
Hi, Do you know if the geometry of this Bombadil is the same as the current frames on their website? Also, could you tell me your PBH and height please? Thanks Jeff Denver, CO On Friday, August 10, 2012 11:48:48 AM UTC-6, Blindrobert wrote: > > Oh - and the price includes the Brooks B-17S saddle and Nitto silver > seatpost! > > On Friday, August 10, 2012 12:46:47 PM UTC-5, Blindrobert wrote: >> >> I have decided to sell my Rivendell Bombadil. This is the original model >> with parallel top tubes in the 60cm size. It is fully built with premium >> components: >> >> >>- Shimano 9 speed barcons >>- Shamano XT rear derailleur, rapid rise >>- IRD front derailleur, triple >>- Sugino XD triple crankset with 170mm arms >>- Nitto Technomic Stem >>- Nitto Noodle Bar, yellow cloth bar tape tied with hemp twine and >>shellacked with amber dewaxed shellac (by me) >>- Velo Orange hammered fenders >>- Phil Wood front and rear hubs laced 3-cross to 40 spoke Velocity >>Dyad rims. Silver Salsa quick release skewers. Super sturdy for touring >>or larger riders! >>- Tubus racks, front and rear >>- Tektro CR720 cantilever brakes >>- Tektro brake levers with quick release buttons and black rubber >>hoods >>- Phil Wood Bottom Bracket >>- Schwalbe Marathon Extreme 35mm tires >> >> I am asking $3,000K for the bike packed and delivered in the lower 48 >> states, I would prefer payment by some means other than paypal and can give >> you lots of references for both bike and camera sales. I am open to >> reasonable offers and promise not to be offended if you promise in return >> not to be offended if I decline. >> >> There are no issues at all with this bike, everything works perfectly - >> the chain is getting old and could stand to be replaced but that's about >> it. Very clean, no crashes - maybe a few smudges of dirt in the pictures, >> fenders have a few small dings in them from normal wear and tear. Never >> crashed or traumatized - this is a great bicycle! I am the original owner >> and bought it from Rivendell myself. >> >> That's the price of the new frame alone at Rivendell - you are basically >> getting a high-quality build for free in this deal. You can see pictures >> of the actual bike and build here: >> >> http://www.flickr.com/photos/blindrobert/7753921138/in/photostream >> http://www.flickr.com/photos/blindrobert/7753919682/in/photostream/ >> http://www.flickr.com/photos/blindrobert/7753919520/in/photostream/ >> http://www.flickr.com/photos/blindrobert/7753918246/in/photostream/ >> http://www.flickr.com/photos/blindrobert/7753921290/in/photostream/ >> >> [url= >> http://www.flickr.com/photos/blindrobert/7753921138/][img]http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8444/7753921138_14a7940673.jpg[/img][/url >> ] >> [url=http://www.flickr.com/photos/blindrobert/7753921138/]Bombadil-2[/url] >> by [url=http://www.flickr.com/people/blindrobert/]Blind Robert[/url], on >> Flickr >> > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/_xpV5zuscd8J. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Any Seattle-Area Riv-Riders Need Amber Shellac?
Hi Rob, I see you wrote that shellac cleans up with alcohol. I recently shellaced some handlebar tape and got some splatter on the paint job of a blue Rambouillet. Have you (or any other members) had any luck removing shellac from paint jobs while not harming the paint itself? Thanks Jeff Denver On Tuesday, August 14, 2012 11:31:11 PM UTC-6, Rob wrote: > > Hey Andy, next time I come down to Portland I'll bring a jar of amber for > ya! :) > > The smell brought back deep memories of childhood, me refinishing model > boats, my dad refinishing furniture. Nice that it cleans up with alcohol > too. > > Rob in Seattle > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/nHbO2MQkHV0J. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Which headbadge/DT/ST art set do you like best on Rivbikes?
+1 on the Rambouillet. In addition to what you wrote I love the raspberry color at the top and bottom. I also like the simple bold look of the Bombadil badge. Jeff Denver On Tuesday, August 14, 2012 11:45:56 AM UTC-6, Larry Powers wrote: > > The Rambouillet headbadge is my favorite. The art work is good but the > motto "Always Willing. Ever Able" sums up Riv bikes perfectly. > > Larry Powers > > Get a bicycle. You will not regret it if you live. - Mark Twain > > > -- > Date: Mon, 13 Aug 2012 12:44:03 -0700 > From: john1...@gmail.com > To: rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com > Subject: [RBW] Which headbadge/DT/ST art set do you like best on Rivbikes? > > Lotsa pretty stuff. > > Anyway, as a complete set (Hbadge/DT and ST), which model do you like best? > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To view this discussion on the web visit > https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/WfujOFcOwjMJ. > To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com > . > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > rbw-owners-bun...@googlegroups.com . > For more options, visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/bN6Ainf9eSUJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Fenders and Rams
Hi Ryan, I have a Blue Ram and after switching to Tektro 559s I use the SKS longboards with Panaracer Pasela 35mm tires. The front has very tight clearance but I got it to work. I also use the Sheldon fender nuts and I think that helps by moving the fender back a few centimeters. On Saturday, November 10, 2012 7:39:40 PM UTC-7, Ryan Ray wrote: > > My hanjos do not like my Ram with 32mm paselas. It worked but the crown > was too shallow to mount the good way and the original brakes are pretty > low. > > Has anyone put the longboards on a ram? > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/3UBL9PCMbMgJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Slow Riding
Hello Tim, As I've gotten older I've definitely slowed down. I feel as fit as I did 5 to 10 years ago yet I don't feel the need to push it as I once did. I get to work 5 minutes later but smelling better and in one piece. I cringe thinking of the risks I used to take in traffic. I feel fortunate I've never been hit so I show more respect to cycling and commuting now. (Someone in Seattle is currently selling his 61.5cm 1971 Singer touring bike, might be on Craigslist) Jeff Denver On Monday, December 31, 2012 2:35:20 PM UTC-7, Tim Tetrault wrote: > > Perhaps because I didn't cut my teeth on a high performance road bike and > I've always been more of a commuter/errand runner, I've noticed riding with > other cyclist friends (who are in much better fitness than I) I am always > falling off the back- > > yet I don't really mind. Since getting my Hilborne, I'm content to chug > along in my plain clothes at 13-15 mph, stop at the library, ride to work > etc... I feel no motivation or ambition to "perform" on a bike. Maybe it > would be different if I lived in a warmer climate and purchased a Tarmac? > > Anybody else feel me on this? > > Tim/Seattle > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/eiaQtKAMl_cJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: fender clearance tektro r559 vs paul racer
Hi Michael, Do you think the long reach racers would have too long brake reach to work with a Ram? My friend has a used set he wants to sell me but I saw the brake reach for those are 57mm. I think it will be very close. Any thoughts? Thanks Jeff Swank Denver On Sunday, January 6, 2013 11:58:00 AM UTC-7, Michael Hechmer wrote: > > I use racers on my tandem, with very wide SKS fenders and Marathon racer > tires (26x1.6); and racer m's on my Ram with Honjo' 45s. In both cases the > brakes clear the fenders with plenty to spare. Racers and Racer M's both > use the longer canti style pads which hit my front fork when fully open; so > the limiting factor becomes how big a tire I can get off and on, and the > fender size is irrelevant. I use neo retros on my touring bike. Paul's > brakes - look good; work great; easy to set up and adjust; last a life > time. What's not to like? > > Michael > > On Saturday, January 5, 2013 5:02:38 PM UTC-5, Mike B wrote: >> >> Hi y'all >> With the tektro brakes you need to leave a bit of space between the >> fender and the caliper arm for when the quick release is opened and the arm >> swings down. I was curious if this is similar on the paul racer centerpull >> or can you get the fender up a little higher? Even a few millimeters? I've >> been toying with the idea of getting some Hetres for the 650b Hilsen ( i >> have parimotos at the moment ) and want to maximize fender clearance. >> Also I like the SKS fenders ( i have the longboards )... does anyone use >> P-50s or P-55s with their Hetres to minimize the chance of them rubbing >> width wise? Are they better with Hetres than the P-45s? >> >> Thanks! >> >> Mike >> >> >> -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/OalxNe1BJrwJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
