[RBW] Re: FS: MUSA Spats, NITTO stem, brake levers, tires, Hupe, toe clips...

Spats, Compe levers, and large MKS clips are sold. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to

[RBW] Re: What is up with Brooks QC?

I emailed Brooks about this and will report back if I get a reply. -- 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.

[RBW] Re: What is up with Brooks QC?

@Ron, An inch off center?!?! Does it ride fine? That's the kind of thing I am talking about. I don't know if those things are considered "defects", or just part of the hand-made acceptable imperfections. I mean, as long as the saddle rides great, then no big deal, if that's par for the course f

Re: [RBW] Re: platrack mounting question

Think you nailed the problem here. Once I took the bike off the stand I could see the wrongness of the angle. Good eyes Minh and Bill. One day I'll have that too. Thanks guys! On Wednesday, September 10, 2014 8:38:15 PM UTC-7, Minh wrote: > > i have my platrack on a 60cm QB and just measured

[RBW] Re: platrack mounting question

That looks very wrong. The tombstone should be parallel to your headtube, and the top of the Marks rack should be level to the ground. Step back 6 feet and take another shot. It looks like your Marks rack is tilted WAY up. Bill On Wednesday, September 10, 2014 7:57:02 PM UTC-7, Dave wrote

Re: [RBW] Berthoud Fenders on Saluki/AHH

When I had my Saluki, an early cantilever one, I used Berthoud 60mm stainless fenders. The 50mm model did not offer enough clearance on the sides of the Hetres for my tastes. Perhaps a bike with more vertical clearance can work with the 50mm fenders easier. Others have used them but I much pre

Re: [RBW] Re: platrack mounting question

That is true. Used to the 2nd set of struts going to the fork crown so I don't think about it much - just something to do when mounting the platrack. I keep a second set of bolts for platrack use. They need to be 4mm - ish longer than the ones for the Mark's rack struts. > On Sep 10, 2014, a

[RBW] Re: Berthoud Fenders on Saluki/AHH

Tony, I've fit those Berthoud 50's, the ones Mike Kone sells @ Rene Herse online on my Saluki/54 running Heters (and now EL Babyshoe Pass) without any issues. It's tight, yes, and not ideal in the BQ /Peter Weigle sense, but I've never encountered an issue -- though once I nearly caught a squi

Re: [RBW] Re: platrack mounting question

i have my platrack on a 60cm QB and just measured my cut stays at 40cm. from the pictures your mark's rack does look high, not sure if it's an optical trick, but the diving board looks more upright to me. and from the angle of your tombstone it looks too far tilted back, on my mark's rack (di

[RBW] Re: What is up with Brooks QC?

I can't complain about my b17 special and my select model, but my basic black standard brooks b17 didn't hold up as well as they are. The leather is noticeably thicker on the special and select and I haven't come across any squeaking or need to adjust the bolt like I have on the standard. Still

[RBW] These Cardboard Cargo Carriers Fold Together In Seconds, So Cyclists Can Carry Groceries

Forget matching fabric types--these panniers are made of cardboard! --Eric N www.CampyOnly.com CampyOnlyGuy.blogspot.com Twitter: @CampyOnlyGuy -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receivin

Re: [RBW] Re: platrack mounting question

Good idea, and without the platrack attachment I think I'd do just that. The platrack uses the 2nd set of mark's rack eyelets to attach itself, and the nitto rack bolts aren't long enough to use in that situation On Wednesday, September 10, 2014 8:08:04 PM UTC-7, danmc wrote: > > I think you co

Re: [RBW] Re: platrack mounting question

I think you could lower that rack by using the two-strut-to-one-eyelet method that a few of the RBW employees are using to make up the difference. Get rid of the diving board. Hard to say without measurements for sure, though. Dan > On Sep 10, 2014, at 7:57 PM, Dave wrote: > > mounting h

[RBW] Re: platrack mounting question

mounting height of the mark's rack: https://www.flickr.com/photos/dave-levin/15181110276/in/set-72157646022131741 distance to make up on the strut: https://www.flickr.com/photos/dave-levin/15017567908/in/set-72157646022131741 On Wednesday, September 10, 2014 2:36:42 PM UTC-7, Dave wrote: > >

Re: [RBW] Berthoud Fenders on Saluki/AHH

I have used the VO Zeppelin fenders with plenty of clearance. -J -- 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.

Re: [RBW] Berthoud Fenders on Saluki/AHH

On 09/10/2014 10:08 PM, Bill wrote: As you know I hung on to the Honjos when we swapped Salukis. They've acquired more beausage while in my care since I got them from Steve. In spite of my inability to install them with JPW-perfect fender lines they have great fit and function hovering over t

Re: [RBW] Berthoud Fenders on Saluki/AHH

Tony If you have Steve's Saluki, then you have cantilevers. That will give you some extra headroom. -- 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-ow

Re: [RBW] Berthoud Fenders on Saluki/AHH

As you know I hung on to the Honjos when we swapped Salukis. They've acquired more beausage while in my care since I got them from Steve. In spite of my inability to install them with JPW-perfect fender lines they have great fit and function hovering over the red Hetres on the AgapanthuSaluki

Re: [RBW] Berthoud Fenders on Saluki/AHH

On 09/10/2014 07:18 PM, Tony DeFilippo wrote: After riding a bike with these stainless beauties and given that I have some time to 're-imagine' my Saluki I've got two fender questions for the group; 1. Anyone mounted the 50mm Berthoud fenders (650b) on a saluki/ahh using 42mm tires, any issues

Re: [RBW] Re: What is up with Brooks QC?

Did anyone mention Lucas yet? Cheers, David "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal On Wed, Sep 10, 2014 at 6:16 PM, Goshen Peter wrote: > Quality control? have you ever bought something made in England, hahaha. > The country that brought us the Reliant Robin. > > > http://w

Re: [RBW] Re: What is up with Brooks QC?

Quality control? have you ever bought something made in England, hahaha. The country that brought us the Reliant Robin. http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=6&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0CD0QuAIwBQ&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DQQh56geU0X8&ei=wPcQVPivMo_hsAShjICAAQ

[RBW] Re: Berthoud Fenders on Saluki/AHH

My Hilsen is a 58cm. On Wednesday, September 10, 2014 4:46:08 PM UTC-7, Tony DeFilippo wrote: > > Bill that's very helpful on both! What size Hilsen are you riding with > 38's? > > I'll hit you up off list for the pinstriping shots, > > Thanks > > -- You received this message because you are

Re: [RBW] Re: What is up with Brooks QC?

have noticed a big difference in Brooks Special with the large rivets vs. Standard and Imperial. My daughter's Imperial has one side of the leather thick, one side thin, and the Brooks badge is an inch away from center. On Wednesday, September 10, 2014 4:25:23 PM UTC-5, Anton Tutter wrote: >

[RBW] Charlottesville peeps

Greetings Charlottesville denizens past and present, I have a short-term contract job in Charlottesville, VA. At least through the end of the year and possibly (hopefully?) into March. Unlikely I'll be bringing my Hilsen, but I am wondering what the cycling scene is like. Are there many bike co

[RBW] Re: Berthoud Fenders on Saluki/AHH

Bill that's very helpful on both! What size Hilsen are you riding with 38's? I'll hit you up off list for the pinstriping shots, Thanks -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emai

[RBW] Re: Berthoud Fenders on Saluki/AHH

I don't know how helpful I will be, but I have a comment on each. 1. I tried Honjos on my 650B Hilsen (2010), and was not satisfied with clearance around Hetres. I returned to SKS plastics, and then decided clearances were even better with Lierres, which are tremendous tires. When I wear t

[RBW] Berthoud Fenders on Saluki/AHH

After riding a bike with these stainless beauties and given that I have some time to 're-imagine' my Saluki I've got two fender questions for the group; 1. Anyone mounted the 50mm Berthoud fenders (650b) on a saluki/ahh using 42mm tires, any issues with clearance at the stays or unacceptable cle

[RBW] Rusty Tektro R559 sidepull spring - replace?

My rear brake spring is getting surface rust after only being ridden in the rain a handful of times. Front brake is fine. Do I need to replace, or is surface rust not an indicator of more rust leading to failure any time soon? Anyone know where I can get the springs? I guess I'll have to stay o

Re: [RBW] Craigslist sighting: FS 56 Atlantis in St. Paul MN

Thanks for the idea, Tim. I'll keep that in mind, but haven't heard back from the seller yet so will just hold onto it. Thanks, Aaron On Wednesday, September 10, 2014, Tim Gavin wrote: > Jim Thill at Hiawatha Cyclery in Minneapolis used to sell Rivs. I offer > him up as a local contact to ship

[RBW] Re: platrack mounting question

Thanks for the replies. Will certainly post photos this evening; don't think I have my mark's rack mounted particularly high...but I'll let the group decide ;-) The struts are brand new, so know they've never been lopped. On Wednesday, September 10, 2014 2:20:23 PM UTC-7, Bill Lindsay wrote:

Re: [RBW] Re: What is up with Brooks QC?

Correct. I have a Berthoud saddle... way sturdier leather than Brooks. It's possible the higher-end Brooks models get the thicker, choice leather, but I wouldn't know as all of my newer Brooks are the lower end models (B17 regular, B67 sprung, etc). On Wednesday, September 10, 2014 2:08:21

[RBW] Re: platrack mounting question

The previous two responders have 650B bikes, while your 57 Hilsen is a 700c bike. I don't remember how long my original struts were, but first-off I did have it installed on a 700c bike, a 56cm Hillborne. One thought is that you have a Hilsen and therefore have a Mark's Rack. Maybe you have

Re: [RBW] Re: Albastache riders - all-day comfort?

Thank you, yes... there it was, just hidden below the edge of my computer screen. And of course, that's where I saw it before... just had forgotten that it wasn't up in the set of six images at the top of the written description. That, for me, is the best image to show the differences between t

Re: [RBW] Re: platrack mounting question

I had mine on a 56 AHH, had to cut the struts too. 42 was the length they came with, and Riv still sells replacements but I haven't seen anything on the web longer than that. At least made by nitto that is. On Wed, Sep 10, 2014 at 3:31 PM, 'Rick' via RBW Owners Bunch < rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroup

Re: [RBW] Re: CampyOnlyGuy on Twitter: "Blėriot Baguette Transit Company"

More like Knife and Fork uncouplers. With butter and jam. --Eric N www.CampyOnly.com CampyOnlyGuy.blogspot.com Twitter: @CampyOnlyGuy > On Sep 10, 2014, at 12:33 PM, Chris Chen wrote: > > You got a baguette with S&S couplers? > > >> On Wed, Sep 10, 2014 at 10:57 AM, wrote: >> The baguette ma

Re: [RBW] Re: CampyOnlyGuy on Twitter: "Blėriot Baguette Transit Company"

You got a baguette with S&S couplers? On Wed, Sep 10, 2014 at 10:57 AM, wrote: > The baguette may have started as a 57, but it's much shorter now. Yum. > > --Eric N. > www.CampyOnly.com > CampyOnlyGuy.BlogSpot.com > @CampyOnlyGuy > > *From:* Chris Chen > *Sent:* ‎Wednesday‎, ‎September‎ ‎10‎,

[RBW] Re: platrack mounting question

Weird, I had mine originally mounted on a 57 cm Bleriot. Pretty sure I lopped off some material with a dremel too -- perhaps prior owner did same on a smaller frame. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe fro

Re: [RBW] Craigslist sighting: FS 56 Atlantis in St. Paul MN

Jim Thill at Hiawatha Cyclery in Minneapolis used to sell Rivs. I offer him up as a local contact to ship from. On Wed, Sep 10, 2014 at 2:13 PM, Aaron Young <1ce...@gmail.com> wrote: > Thanks for posting this. I recently had an Atlantis sold out frm under me > (I will be charitable and attribut

Re: [RBW] Craigslist sighting: FS 56 Atlantis in St. Paul MN

Thanks for posting this. I recently had an Atlantis sold out frm under me (I will be charitable and attribute it to an electronic miscommunication). In any case, I'm going for this one. Sent an email to the seller. Would need to be shipped, but will let you know. -Aaron Young The Dalles, OR On

[RBW] Re: Craigslist sighting: FS 56 Atlantis in St. Paul MN

That looks like a real solid build and a great price. But yeah, two sizes too small! On Wednesday, September 10, 2014 9:33:07 AM UTC-7, Tim Gavin wrote: > > *Not mine, no relation to the seller* > > http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/dak/bik/4658352875.html > > I've been tempted by this all morni

RE: [RBW] Re: What is up with Brooks QC?

And Brooks itself uses very fine leather on its Select saddles (sold by Riv, last time I looked). -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Steve Palincsar Sent: Wednesday, September 10, 2014 2:08 PM To: rbw-owners-

Re: [RBW] Re: What is up with Brooks QC?

On 09/10/2014 02:05 PM, Anton Tutter wrote: Most of the 4-5 Brooks saddle's I've bought new in the past five years have had some sort of anomaly or inconsistency in manufacture (some of which like you mentioned), but none bad enough to warrant returning it. The biggest issue I have with them is

[RBW] Re: What is up with Brooks QC?

Most of the 4-5 Brooks saddle's I've bought new in the past five years have had some sort of anomaly or inconsistency in manufacture (some of which like you mentioned), but none bad enough to warrant returning it. The biggest issue I have with them is the poor leather quality-- thinner than on

[RBW] What is up with Brooks QC?

Seems like most of the time I have ordered saddles, I get saddles shipped to me that have inconsistencies - Rivets out of alignment, one spring a little taller than the other with spring loops spread wider than the other, top rails off center relative to bottom rails, nose leather crooked, nose

Re: [RBW] Re: CampyOnlyGuy on Twitter: "Blėriot Baguette Transit Company"

The baguette may have started as a 57, but it's much shorter now. Yum. --Eric N. www.CampyOnly.com CampyOnlyGuy.BlogSpot.com @CampyOnlyGuy From: Chris Chen Sent: ‎Wednesday‎, ‎September‎ ‎10‎, ‎2014 ‎10‎:‎17‎ ‎AM To: 'Mojo' via RBW Owners Bunch The top tube or the baguette? :) O

Re: [RBW] Re: Albastache riders - all-day comfort?

FULL CATALOG FREE PDF!! Page 7 has your layout map of all the Riv current handlebars. On Wednesday, September 10, 2014 10:32:17 AM UTC-7, Christopher Chen wrote: > > It's in the catalog...um, I'm sure someone's posted it on the list > befo

Re: [RBW] Re: Albastache riders - all-day comfort?

There's an illustration of the overlay on the product description for the albastache (from Jean in Quebec): https://www.rivbike.com/product-p/hb3a.htm On Wednesday, September 10, 2014 1:24:15 PM UTC-4, BSWP wrote: > > Somewhere, maybe in the Blug?, I saw a view from straight above of an > Alba

Re: [RBW] Re: Albastache riders - all-day comfort?

It's in the catalog...um, I'm sure someone's posted it on the list before... On Wed, Sep 10, 2014 at 10:24 AM, BSWP wrote: > Somewhere, maybe in the Blug?, I saw a view from straight above of an > Albastache laid over a Moustache, but can't find it now. Does anyone know a > link to that compari

Re: [RBW] Re: Albastache riders - all-day comfort?

Somewhere, maybe in the Blug?, I saw a view from straight above of an Albastache laid over a Moustache, but can't find it now. Does anyone know a link to that comparison? Thanks! - Andrew, Berkeley -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

Re: [RBW] Re: CampyOnlyGuy on Twitter: "Blėriot Baguette Transit Company"

Yes! Bought that from Beth's coop in Portland a few years ago. –Eric N Sent from my iPhone 5S > On Sep 10, 2014, at 9:24 AM, lungimsam wrote: > > Eric, > Is that a Carradice zipped roll bag? > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch

Re: [RBW] Re: CampyOnlyGuy on Twitter: "Blėriot Baguette Transit Company"

The top tube or the baguette? :) On Wed, Sep 10, 2014 at 10:15 AM, Eric Norris wrote: > I think it's a 57. I'll send you a photo when I get back home tomorrow. > > –Eric N > Sent from my iPhone 5S > > On Sep 10, 2014, at 9:23 AM, lungimsam wrote: > > @Eric, > > Is that a 55 or 53 'riot? Could

Re: [RBW] Re: CampyOnlyGuy on Twitter: "Blėriot Baguette Transit Company"

I think it's a 57. I'll send you a photo when I get back home tomorrow. –Eric N Sent from my iPhone 5S > On Sep 10, 2014, at 9:23 AM, lungimsam wrote: > > @Eric, > > Is that a 55 or 53 'riot? Could you post a close up profile shot of your > non-driveside rear dropout cluster? Want to compare

[RBW] Craigslist sighting: FS 56 Atlantis in St. Paul MN

*Not mine, no relation to the seller* http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/dak/bik/4658352875.html I've been tempted by this all morning, but it's two sizes too small for me and two sizes too big for my girlfriend. So, I'll share it with the list. An early production (Toyo), 56 cm Rivendell Atlant

[RBW] Re: CampyOnlyGuy on Twitter: "Blėriot Baguette Transit Company"

Eric, Is that a Carradice zipped roll bag? -- 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 gr

[RBW] Re: CampyOnlyGuy on Twitter: "Blėriot Baguette Transit Company"

@Eric, Is that a 55 or 53 'riot? Could you post a close up profile shot of your non-driveside rear dropout cluster? Want to compare to mine. My seatstay doesn't run into the center of the dropout, which is unusual, but terminates fore of the dropout, and was wondering how yours is aligned. Tha

[RBW] Re: German Mirror ???

A, yes. Except tires on gravel make noise, often more than the engine does, so electric doesn't matter. Grin. With abandon, Patrick -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving email

[RBW] Re: German Mirror ???

On Tuesday, September 9, 2014 6:03:16 PM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Backcountry roads you hear the cars a coming, so no need for a mirror. > > Not if it's electric, but I don't imagine there are many Nissan Leafs in your neck of the mountains. jim m wc ca -- You received this message bec

[RBW] Jay L in Cyprus?

There is a Jay L here, right? I am sure he's not in Cyprus. Y'all may want to change your passwords as maybe this thing is attacking from here. Not sure. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and sto

[RBW] Re: CampyOnlyGuy on Twitter: "Blėriot Baguette Transit Company"

Eric, i prefer the perpendicular arrangement of the baguette. it reduces the clearance but provides some aero lift :) On Wednesday, September 10, 2014 12:10:25 AM UTC-4, Eric Norris wrote: > > > https://twitter.com/Campyonlyguy/status/509514724979916800 > > > > --Eric Norris > campyo...@me.com

Re: [RBW] Re: CampyOnlyGuy on Twitter: "Blėriot Baguette Transit Company"

Delicious and practical! –Eric N Sent from my iPhone 5S > On Sep 10, 2014, at 7:15 AM, Ron Mc wrote: > > half a dozen pastries from Sweetish Hill Bakery > > > under that is a poncho, windbreaker and fold-up tire > > > >> On Wednesday, September 10, 2014 8:38:56 AM UTC-5, Matthew J wrote: >

[RBW] Re: FS/T- Rivet Pearl Saddle (white w/ CrMo rails)

I would jump on Patrick's suggestion - Indy is a nice saddle. If Debra is not on her bike, she'll get right back to you. On Wednesday, September 10, 2014 9:45:48 AM UTC-5, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > If it's less than a year old, you can exchange it with Rivet for free. I'd > contact Debra at R

[RBW] Re: FS/T- Rivet Pearl Saddle (white w/ CrMo rails)

If it's less than a year old, you can exchange it with Rivet for free. I'd contact Debra at Rivet for details. With abandon, Patrick On Tuesday, September 9, 2014 10:57:23 PM UTC-6, jbartoe wrote: > > Hi Everyone, > > I have a near new Rivet Pearl Saddle. It's white. Little to no wear. > > I'd

[RBW] Re: Shop sack bag matching blues...or tans really.

Color-coding as the functional counterpoint to bag-matching? ##MINDBLOWN On Wednesday, September 10, 2014 6:35:37 AM UTC-7, Kieran J wrote: > > If, in all this bag-matching bag-swapping, someone ends up with an extra > MD Shopsack, I'd be interested in taking it off your hands. I recently got >

[RBW] Re: CampyOnlyGuy on Twitter: "Blėriot Baguette Transit Company"

half a dozen pastries from Sweetish Hill Bakery under that is a poncho, windbreaker and fold-up tire On Wednesday, September 10, 2014 8:38:56 AM UTC-5, Matthew J wrote: > > Cool! > > On Tues

RE: [RBW] German Mirror ???

Yup, they do: https://www.flickr.com/photos/37542512@N04/7439949646/in/set-72157630285823166 From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Chris Chen Sent: Tuesday, September 09, 2014 6:16 PM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: [

RE: [RBW] Re: German Mirror ???

I have one on my Quickbeam with Noodles, Atlantis with Albas, and Mystery Bike with Bullmoose Bosco. Here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/37542512@N04/8366641217/in/set-72157630957672582 (MB bike) https://www.flickr.com/photos/37542512@N04/8367710962/in/set-72157630957672582/ (MB cockpit) https

[RBW] Re: final test: help size up a hunq

Takashi has a beautifully built Hunqapillar and takes wonderful pictures. He's also a handlebar swapper, so it might give you a good look at various options. Here's his photostream: https://www.flickr.com/photos/77318553@N08/ On Wednesday, September 10, 2014 4:30:37 AM UTC-4, Takashi wrote: >

[RBW] Re: CampyOnlyGuy on Twitter: "Blėriot Baguette Transit Company"

Cool! On Tuesday, September 9, 2014 11:10:25 PM UTC-5, Eric Norris wrote: > > > https://twitter.com/Campyonlyguy/status/509514724979916800 > > > > --Eric Norris > campyo...@me.com > www.campyonly.com > campyonlyguy.blogspot.com > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to th

[RBW] Re: Shop sack bag matching blues...or tans really.

If, in all this bag-matching bag-swapping, someone ends up with an extra MD Shopsack, I'd be interested in taking it off your hands. I recently got a large Tan one from Riv and I've been using it like crazy! Maybe an Olive would help me tell them apart at a glance (?) Kieran Toronto, Canada O

[RBW] Re: final test: help size up a hunq

My PBH is 85cm, and I have 54cm Hunq. I am not in my house today; I can post some more details, along with pictures, a few days later. Takashi 2014年9月9日火曜日 3時56分44秒 UTC+9 Mobile Bill: > Ok, your comments on this site and Jared at Riv have just about talked me > into dropping my money on a H

[RBW] Re: Packing S&S-coupled Riv - Tips, Tools & Gears to make it easier?

61 seat tube and 28cm steerer tube here. I do not need to remove my fork, but looking at various folks' packing methods online, it becomes clear that there are lots of ways to do this job. This is the best sequence I have found to date: http://sandsmachine.com/pack_r3.htm . I think it's easi