They probably are...but, then I've got to change fenders, or frame!
Sometimes good enough is good enough..though then what would I spend
all my time on the internet looking at?
On Oct 22, 10:25 pm, rcnute wrote:
> Hetres are worth it.
>
> On Oct 22, 10:11 pm, rob markwardt wrote:
>
>
>
> > And
Hetres are worth it.
On Oct 22, 10:11 pm, rob markwardt wrote:
> And from a 650B perspective...I really like the Schwalbe Marathons. I
> heard lots of complaints about the dead, slow ride but frankly don't
> feel it. Now I'm switching from Col de la Vies so take that for what
> it's worth, but
And from a 650B perspective...I really like the Schwalbe Marathons. I
heard lots of complaints about the dead, slow ride but frankly don't
feel it. Now I'm switching from Col de la Vies so take that for what
it's worth, but to me the Schwalbes are way better. You don't have to
spend an hour tryi
I have ordered a Bombadil spec'ed
> out almost exclusively from the Riv catalog and my wife has ordered a
> custom Boston Roadster from AntBikeMike
>
> Anyone want to place bets on who has a bike in hand first?
FWIW, AntBikeMike seems a very nice guy and a Rivendell fan. I ran
into him at a
I guess none of y'all read Yehuda Moon...
On Oct 22, 10:15 am, William Henderson
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> Rival!
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Hi Nathan,
"...your suspicion was right, my left point is a couple mm more
> prominent than the right point. What does that suggest?"
This tells us that the rotation caused by your scoliosis carries on
through your pelvis. This, in turn, presuming your feet are pointing
forward in natural stance
I too rode a smaller bike in the 1980's, but I was also 20 years
oldso is some of this just age. You know we get a bit older and a
bit less flexible and we go for bigger bikes.
I can possibly see how a 54 (c-c) Neo Primato would ride bigger than a
56 (c-t) Ram at the seat tube, but it's going
On Thu, Oct 22, 2009 at 11:15 AM, William Henderson <
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> http://www.rivbike.com/images/products/full//3202/quarterview.jpg
It looks pretty darn nice to me. Oh yes!
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And I'm the exact opposite, love the 700x40 Supreme and rarely, if
ever, think about going back to Pasela tires. The Pasela 35s seem too
narrow to me now. And didn't have a reliable enough source for the
37s to really use them.
Now, the 26x47 Supremes are a different story. Those do seem too
n
As another big guy (235 hoping to get down to 220) and Atlantis owner,
can opine that bike will handle your needs. Am switching mine back
to Big Apple tires to go for as much cush and comfort as possible.
With Albatross bars, it's much like riding the ultimate cruiser.
Alternatively, most of my
I road a set of Marathon Supremes in the 700x42 thinking that they
would be bigger, rounder, and have that wonderful go-plump feel. I had
hoped that they would have the ride characteristics of a larger
Pasela. They wore like iron, but weren't the wonderful ride. So, I
don't get what's so wonderf
I'd love to see a threadless Roadeo with a really nice looking silver threadless stem and a silver headset. I just don't think the black carbon stem looks good with a lugged head-area that has ornate lugs and contrasting red and white all going on at the same time. I'm only talking about that ar
I find the selection of sizes rather odd. The 26" only comes in one
size, 2" or 51 mm, while the 700c begins at 35 (1 3/8) and goes up.
I have a custom tandem on order from Bilenkey, which is deigned around
the 26 x 1.5 Marathon Racer. Apparently this new tire will not be an
alternative to tha
On Oct 22, 4:52 pm, JoelMatthews wrote:
> That said, I think it is wrong to discount the value Schwalbe tires.
I'm not discounting the value of Schwalbes at all. in fact, i think
marathons a good value - they last forever and are as durable as
anything out there. i have some marathon racers t
Perhaps the wildest looking thing Rivendell has ever built - maybe a
demo or show bike? It does grab your attention. Those white brake
hoods won't look like that long. On the plus sidestill a manual
shift!
dougP
On Oct 22, 10:37 am, cyclotourist wrote:
> That's the target market for the
On Thu, 2009-10-22 at 13:52 -0700, JoelMatthews wrote:
> I have not had near the good luck with Continentals as I have with
> Schwalbe. Armadillos are pretty sturdy, but the tires - at least 4 or
> 5 years back when I last used them - deliver a harsh and disconnected
> ride.
They still do that.
> the new schwalbe will probably be at least $50. not what I consider
> inexpensive, especially for a tire that isn't performance oriented.
>
> in any event, quality tires are worth every cent. in fact, I'm not
> aware of another component that can enhance the ride like fast
> rolling, comfortab
On Thu, Oct 22, 2009 at 4:42 PM, cm wrote:
>
> I'll go with a TIE. Both bikes arrive on the same day-- it could
> happen.
>
I'd pity the ups or fedex person.
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I'll go with a TIE. Both bikes arrive on the same day-- it could
happen.
Cheers!
cm
On Oct 22, 11:36 am, Rick wrote:
> Mike just wrote on his blog that he's taking custom orders now, which
> makes me believe he's got the time to knock out a frame pretty
> quickly...I'll go with ANT.
>
> (What's
I second the Shuron recommendation, and own a pair of the Ronsir
frames too. For riding, though, I've been using a pair of the cheaper
sport line of Maui Jim's.
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Also realize that if the rider is tall enough to need a bike larger than 61 cm, the Atlantis is unfortunately no longer an option. Then it's a clearer choice: AHH if you don't want the tire capacity and load capacity, but would rather have something closer to a true road bike, Bombadil otherwise
I'm waiting for a Big Apple 650B in 50mm and 60mm. That would be fun
for my Rawland, and useful for Bombadil riders, too.
Esteban
San Diego, Calif.
On Oct 22, 12:52 pm, Patrick in VT wrote:
> the new schwalbe will probably be at least $50. not what I consider
> inexpensive, especially for a t
the new schwalbe will probably be at least $50. not what I consider
inexpensive, especially for a tire that isn't performance oriented.
in any event, quality tires are worth every cent. in fact, I'm not
aware of another component that can enhance the ride like fast
rolling, comfortable, good ha
Lyle: your suspicion was right, my left point is a couple mm more
prominent than the right point. What does that suggest?
Chris: your questions are answered in my prior messages. It's a lumbar
(L5/S1) herniation, and I got an MRI that shows a 12mm bulge on the
cord. I'm actually beginning pilates
Hi Nathan,
First question, where is the herniated disk? Cervical, Lumbar etc.
Have you gotten an MRI? This is best way to see the actual
impingement on the spinal cord. Statistically, 90% of these cases
will "resolve themselves" over time.
I broke my c-4 disk in 2002. I had to ride in an up
Mike just wrote on his blog that he's taking custom orders now, which
makes me believe he's got the time to knock out a frame pretty
quickly...I'll go with ANT.
(What's the Over/Under?)
Rick
On Oct 21, 10:48 pm, rob markwardt wrote:
> I bet on the one who submits the "formal" order first...cab
Saw the badge yesterday on the riv site and love it. Hoping they will
post some pics soon of a white with blue accents and maybe a solid
with the cream accents as they state in the "read about it" section.
Not sure I am sold on the white either but it certainly distinguishes
the Roadeo from othe
That's the target market for the Roadeo... a shot across the crabon bow.
On Thu, Oct 22, 2009 at 10:15 AM, William Henderson <
william.c.hender...@gmail.com> wrote:
>
> http://www.rivbike.com/images/products/full//3202/quarterview.jpg
> Rival!
> >
>
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Redlands, CA
"Bicyclin
I have to second the suggestion on getting transitionals
(photosensitive lenses). I used to switch back and forth between
prescription glasses and prescription sunglasses, but dealing with two
pairs of glasses is a pain (and they don't last as long in my
experience, as removing them (esp. with one
I'm posting this for a friend who must sell due to health
restrictions. He wants the Riv group to have first opportunity at it
before putting on eBay.
A pristine 62 cm Rambouillet, partially built-up and never ridden
after being painted with Joe Bell's best-level signature finish in
Sunbu
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I dunno--their 650b knobby offering (Racing Ralph) is the most expensive one
currently available.
http://www.schwalbetires.com/bike_tires/off-road_tires/27
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+1 on the 650b for these, and in ~40 width too.
On Oct 22, 12:14 pm, "David Faller" wrote:
> Something tells me the Schwalbe isn't going to cost a paycheck, though...
>
> - Original Message -
> From: Patrick in VT
> To: RBW Owners Bunch
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I agree that this discussion depends a bit on your size and needs. If you are
someone who weighs over 200 lbs then the AHH may not be the best option unless
you do not intend to carry much on the bike.
That said, the AHH is a very versatile bike with great road manners. Fendered
with the Jack
Surf:
I've ridden an Atlantis since spring 03 and it's really the only bike
I need. I bought it for loaded touring and have carried up to 50 lbs
of camping gear. I've also been pleased with it as a daily ride,
grocery getter, general purpose bike. It works well enough for me as
an off-roader f
Something tells me the Schwalbe isn't going to cost a paycheck, though...
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Subject: [RBW] Re: Schwalbe Dureme Tire
On Oct 22, 11:37 am, Rocky B wrote:
> Looks like Schw
On Oct 22, 11:37 am, Rocky B wrote:
> Looks like Schwalbe has a new model
> out:http://www.schwalbetires.com/marathon_dureme
>
> It definitely looks like a "dream" tire. I really hope they make a
> 650B size.
Kirk Pacenti has a 650b x 38ish (hopefully) tire in the works. Grand
Bois also has a
I think you can't go wrong with any of those choices. The Atlantis
and Bombadil will both take the same big tires- slightly bigger for
the Bombadil in it's 700c versions. Speaking of which, do you know
your PBH?The bombadil is a 650b bike for sizes 56 and lower, so if
you have a PBH of ar
Looks like Schwalbe has a new model out:
http://www.schwalbetires.com/marathon_dureme
It definitely looks like a "dream" tire. I really hope they make a
650B size.
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On Thu, Oct 22, 2009 at 8:08 AM, Surf wrote:
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> Has anyone owned any or either of these bikes? Can anyone comment on
> their experience riding either of these. Looking for an all- round
> commuter. Upright albatross's a must.Big tires a must! I am also a Big
> guy.
Are you a big guy > 225lbs? I
I'm making some changes to a 'country' bike I acquired. Acquiring this
bike was like having a ticket on a time machine to go back and buy
some very quality Japanese and English made kit.
Offered here a nice assortment of RBWish and BOBish bits of which
pictures can be viewed here:
http://picasaw
Has anyone owned any or either of these bikes? Can anyone comment on
their experience riding either of these. Looking for an all- round
commuter. Upright albatross's a must.Big tires a must! I am also a Big
guy.
Your replies are appreciated!
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Thanks
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I have been very happy with Rudy Project Exceptions. The newer model
is caled Perceptions. They are modular sunglasses. You can wear them
as non Rx sunglasses, or you can wear them with your Rx plugged into
the frame. The big advantage of these glasses is that your Rx lenses
fit right into the f
On Thu, Oct 22, 2009 at 6:09 AM, Seth Vidal wrote:
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> On Thu, Oct 22, 2009 at 9:02 AM, jandrews_nyc
> wrote:
> >
> > Does anyone know if the panaracer paselas 35, and 37's are indeed 35
> > and 37 mm when mounted on a velocity synergy rim?
> > or are they much thinner ...as is the case with the
On Wed, Oct 21, 2009 at 18:50, kent wrote:
> Any recommendations as to something simple, durable, classic: a more
> Rivvish solution?
Yes! I highly recommend Shuron:
http://shuron.com/
Made in the USA since 1865. They have styles similar to Wayfarer and
Aviator, as well as the timeless "Ronsir
Hi Nathan,
Thanks for the additional information!
"...Based on your description I couldn't figure out which 'pelvis
points'
> you're referring to. Are they on the side of my upper thigh or are
> they below my stomach? Can you point me to a diagram?"
>
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anterior_superi
Sorry I wasn't clear before - I definitely feel the pain when standing
and walking (in fact a walk more than 4-5 blocks often makes it much
worse). I sometimes must limp while walking to mitigate the pain. I
also feel the pain when lying down.
There is also the inability to, when sitting in a cha
I use Oakleys, but not the wrap arounds. Instead, I have these more
traditional frames:
http://www.oakley.com/pd/6292/23031
They look normal, but are made with titanium so very light on my nose
bridge and ears when riding all day. I use one of those dorky behind
the head band to keep them on.
On Thu, Oct 22, 2009 at 9:02 AM, jandrews_nyc wrote:
>
> Does anyone know if the panaracer paselas 35, and 37's are indeed 35
> and 37 mm when mounted on a velocity synergy rim?
> or are they much thinner ...as is the case with the pasela 32mm?
I have 35mm non-folding, non-tg on my atlantis whic
Does anyone know if the panaracer paselas 35, and 37's are indeed 35
and 37 mm when mounted on a velocity synergy rim?
or are they much thinner ...as is the case with the pasela 32mm?
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Except for maybe California (and they have had a couple of big storms
out there this month) and the deep south, weather is always a crap
shoot this time of the year. If you have it, this can be a real great
time to cycle tour. Not too hot, interesting color from the lower
sun, fewer crowds, fewe
Just did 3 days solo on the MS River Trail through TN on my Saluki. 30 lbs of
gear and supplies on the bike. Wide variety of surfaces, including gravel and
dirt, (side road investigations and bridges out detours) coarse and smooth
pavement. G.B. Oursons (at 65 psi) for tires and Grip King (MKS L
George,
Could you say more about how you came to "see your injury in a different
light" and how that started your recovery?
Thanks,
Tim Whalen
Colorado Springs
On Wed, Oct 21, 2009 at 11:35 PM, George Millwood
wrote:
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>
> I had a spinal protrusion at L5/S1 seven years ago when I was 55.
> Could
On Oct 21, 9:50 pm, kent wrote:
> As a wearer-of-glasses who is not fond of contacts, I have long stuck
> with two awkward, but functional forms of keeping the sun out of my
> eyes: clip-ons and those giant ugly things that go entirely over
> prescription frames. The second option works great, b
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