Re: [RBW] Re: new bars spy shot-- Alba-moose?

2012-01-22 Thread Kelly Sleeper
Speaking of trikes. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RncvDbA4npM Enjoy -- 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/-/c_HJ52igUBAJ. To post to thi

Re: [RBW] Re: Supernova E3 tail light opinions

2012-01-22 Thread Tim McNamara
On Jan 22, 2012, at 7:28 PM, Ginz wrote: > I don't rely on my Supernova tailight alone but since I am already > pushing the Dyno hub I like to take advantage of the battery-free > taillight. > > I always carry an extra battery-powered blinkie. The trouble is that > I don't have a place to put i

[RBW] Re: Supernova E3 tail light opinions

2012-01-22 Thread Ginz
I don't rely on my Supernova tailight alone but since I am already pushing the Dyno hub I like to take advantage of the battery-free taillight. I always carry an extra battery-powered blinkie. The trouble is that I don't have a place to put it. The fender-mounted Spinnegas don't flash. My chain

[RBW] Re: Supernova E3 tail light opinions

2012-01-22 Thread EricP
Jim is correct, about one night group ride is all I've done. Rarely out that late. More 5:30 a.m. commutes that caused this to come up. Have I ever been hit on the Hillborne with the E3 light? No. Numerous close calls. Hard to say if it's more than with a Planet Bike Superflash or a Nite Rider

Re: [RBW] Re: new bars spy shot-- Alba-moose?

2012-01-22 Thread Robert F. Harrison
Yep! I have a project which is absolutely crying out for these bars (moosey). Waiting till March is going to be tough. Sigh. Aloha, Bob On Sun, Jan 22, 2012 at 11:26 AM, Joe Bernard wrote: > It's a Joe-something-a! Well now I HAVE to have one. ;-) > > Joe Something > Vallejo, CA. > > -- > You

[RBW] Re: new bars spy shot-- Alba-moose?

2012-01-22 Thread David T.
Montana? Palooka? On Jan 22, 4:26 pm, Joe Bernard wrote: > It's a Joe-something-a! Well now I HAVE to have one. ;-) > > Joe Something > Vallejo, CA. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rb

[RBW] Re: new bars spy shot-- Alba-moose?

2012-01-22 Thread Joe Bernard
It's a Joe-something-a! Well now I HAVE to have one. ;-) Joe Something Vallejo, CA. -- 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/-/pL9nyNDrpfcJ. T

Re: [RBW] Re: Supernova E3 tail light opinions

2012-01-22 Thread Andrew
I've been thinking about lights, and I bet a fairly simple switch (lightweight examples found on motorcycle switchgear) could be affixed to the rear cable housing stop that would activate when the brake is applied, and then power a bright red LED. It could work in conjunction with a steady-on or bl

[RBW] Re: Supernova E3 tail light opinions

2012-01-22 Thread David T.
Flashing lights: Getting the attention of drivers is important. But if your lights and reflectors provide enough visibility to motorists, I think it can detract from safety to have the rear or front lights flashing. I know that when I am on my bike, or driving, I have a harder time clearly seeing

Re: [RBW] Say NO to Internet censorship

2012-01-22 Thread PATRICK MOORE
Oh: here ya go: https://picasaweb.google.com/BERTIN753/BIKESMISCELLANEA#5690944179001587474 On Sun, Jan 22, 2012 at 12:01 PM, PATRICK MOORE wrote: > Der trike ist ondt dis list *verboten*!! Let us instead speak about > politics. > > Patrick "will never, I promise you, break wind in front of you

Re: [RBW] Say NO to Internet censorship

2012-01-22 Thread PATRICK MOORE
Der trike ist ondt dis list *verboten*!! Let us instead speak about politics. Patrick "will never, I promise you, break wind in front of you" Moore, who wanted to ride his (t***e) to church this morning but it was too windy. On Sun, Jan 22, 2012 at 9:31 AM, David Yu Greenblatt < david.yu.greenbl.

[RBW] Re: Say NO to Internet censorship

2012-01-22 Thread Philip Williamson
That was awesome. Those things look totally dangerous. A Rivendell Big Wheel could be called a Gimli... Philip On Jan 22, 9:45 am, Bill Carter wrote: > To quote the immortal words of Monty Python, "Now for something > completely different!" > > http://www.bing.com/videos/search?q=tricycle+video

Re: [RBW] Supernova E3 tail light opinions

2012-01-22 Thread jimD
Seizures? I've not noticed any seizuring when riding the 'Burning Reina' (a.k.a 'clown') bike. http://www.flickr.com/photos/rasterdogs/6541835389/in/photostream It has drawn props from a number to the under 18 crowd in the past few dampish night rides. Other bicyclers go by me so fast it doesn

[RBW] Re: Say NO to Internet censorship

2012-01-22 Thread Bill Carter
To quote the immortal words of Monty Python, "Now for something completely different!" http://www.bing.com/videos/search?q=tricycle+video&view=detail&mid=A593168C00F2D7C18FF3A593168C00F2D7C18FF3&first=0&FORM=LKVR6 On Jan 22, 11:31 am, David Yu Greenblatt wrote: > Patrick please post some recent

Re: [RBW] Supernova E3 tail light opinions

2012-01-22 Thread Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery
I happen to know that EricP doesn't do many after-dark group rides, so tailoring his lighting to other cyclists is probably not a priority. I rode for awhile behind a guy who had one of those slow flash frequency DiNotte taillights. I saw spots for days! -- You received this message because yo

Re: [RBW] Re: Tubeless candidate???

2012-01-22 Thread cyclotourist
Excellent perspective added to the discussion, thanks Bobby! I guess I'm kinda' moving away from the idea, and just dealing w/ patching flats. Paselas sidewalls are kind of delicate as it is, I probably shouldn't do anything that would decrease their strength! I run those tires at 35F/60R FWIW. O

Re: [RBW] Supernova E3 tail light opinions

2012-01-22 Thread Steve Palincsar
On Sun, 2012-01-22 at 08:18 -0800, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery wrote: > I have a few ideas for seizure-inducing high output taillights, and it > probably makes sense to run several at a time, at different blink > frequencies. Is it a good idea to induce seizures in approaching > drivers? Yes, I th

Re: [RBW] Say NO to Internet censorship

2012-01-22 Thread David Yu Greenblatt
Patrick please post some recent photos of your trike with some New Mexico scenery in the background for us snowbound folks in northern climes to admire. I imagine on a trike the rear fenders are less important for the rider in terms of maintaining a dry butt. But from an aesthetic point of view I

Re: [RBW] Supernova E3 tail light opinions

2012-01-22 Thread Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery
I have a few ideas for seizure-inducing high output taillights, and it probably makes sense to run several at a time, at different blink frequencies. Is it a good idea to induce seizures in approaching drivers? Yes, I think so. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Goog

[RBW] Re: Tubeless candidate???

2012-01-22 Thread Montclair BobbyB
As one who vacillates between tubeless and tubed tires on my mountain bike, I've come to several conclusions (my own, not necessarily everyone's): - Do your homework and first make sure others have been successful running your specific non-UST tire before attempting it. I've had a tire blow off th

Re: [RBW] Supernova E3 tail light opinions

2012-01-22 Thread islaysteve
You mean like getting run over by a Hummer? Sorry, couldn't resist. To put in my 2 cents, both as an automobile driver during non-daylight hours, and the father of a bicycle commuter, I say the more light the better. IMO if you feel that the taillight is inadequate, it probably is. The $17

Re: [RBW] Say NO to Internet censorship

2012-01-22 Thread jimD
What tires are you using on your trike? Tubes? Do you get flats on your trike? Do you have fenders? Are they metal or plastic? Where do you ride your trike - how does it work on gravel? How about bags - type and color? Racks? Gearing - what's the right gearing for a trike? Color - what color is you

Re: [RBW] Supernova E3 tail light opinions

2012-01-22 Thread Steve Palincsar
On Sun, 2012-01-22 at 05:29 -0800, EricP wrote: > However, no matter how much I want to like > the light, am just not sure it is enough. Have you ever had anything happen that would lead you to believe it was inadequate? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Gr

[RBW] Supernova E3 tail light opinions

2012-01-22 Thread EricP
Have had this tail light on my Sam Hillborne for the past year or so. It's the only light that works with the E3 headlight without blowing both up to smithereens. However, no matter how much I want to like the light, am just not sure it is enough. Only three dots and no reflector to amplify the li

[RBW] Re: new bars spy shot-- Alba-moose?

2012-01-22 Thread EricP
They look more and more interesting. May end up with a pair for my 1xwhatever is on there right now Cross Check. Eric Platt St. Paul, MN On Jan 21, 10:01 pm, Geoff wrote: > Ok, here's more official and specific info on the Bullmoosey NewBar: > > http://rivbike.tumblr.com/post/1627183/nothin