[RBW] Re: How much can you vary wheel diameter and tire width without degrading handling?

2024-05-27 Thread Nick Payne
When I stopped racing it, I converted my old Litespeed race bike from 622 wheels with 25mm tyres to 584 with 32mm tyres, as the chainstays on the Litespeed bow inwards, and the widest 622 tyre that would fit between the chainstays was 25mm. Because 584 rims are 19mm smaller radius, I could mana

Re: [RBW] Track Supermarket

2024-05-27 Thread 'John Hawrylak, Woodstown NJ' via RBW Owners Bunch
Garth Thanks for directions to the 2024 Nitto catalogue John Hawrylak Woodstown NJ On Friday, May 24, 2024 at 5:15:56 PM UTC-4 Garth wrote: > The catalog is on their home page, upper right in big letters :* PDF > Catalog * :) > https://nitto-tokyo.sakura.ne.jp/index-E.html > > > On Friday, M

[RBW] Re: Big Joe goes to Snowdonia

2024-05-27 Thread Jay
Like, WOW. Nicolas, you really make me want to go there and explore. I would rather take 4hrs to cover 'those' 35km than a fast-paced, paved ride anywhere around here. On Monday, May 27, 2024 at 5:23:26 PM UTC-4 RichS wrote: > Nicholas, what a magical landscape. Thanks for sharing the photos.

[RBW] Re: How much can you vary wheel diameter and tire width without degrading handling?

2024-05-27 Thread Jay
I don't have a lot of experience with what you've outlined and asked about (those specific dimensions), however, I'll share my experience with my Salsa Fargo, as in the end it brought me here! It came mounted with 29x2.2". From the first test ride I knew it was for me, as a drop bar mtb / mons

[RBW] Re: Let me introduce my Atlantis...

2024-05-27 Thread Roberta
Ben, You ARE very lucky to have an Atlantis (the bike I would have bought if I had more money years ago--I fell in love with its ride too) and a fun Sarah to ride with! Not only can we indulge our passions with wonderful riding bikes, but also make friends along the way. Many happy miles to

[RBW] Re: How much can you vary wheel diameter and tire width without degrading handling?

2024-05-27 Thread Steve
'll suggest that the handling variables most effected by tire size are trail and wheel flop. Smaller diameter wheel/tire combinations decrease both trail and flop. Wider (and lower inflation pressures) slow steering response, in my experience. I have a 90s race dike thatover the years I've run

[RBW] Re: How much can you vary wheel diameter and tire width without degrading handling?

2024-05-27 Thread Steve
I'll suggest that the handling variables most effected by tire size are trail and wheel flop. Smaller diameter wheel/tire combinations decrease both trail and flop. Wider (and lower inflation pressures) slow steering response, in my experience. I have a 90s race dike thatover the years I've ru

[RBW] Re: FS: Yet Another Garage Sale

2024-05-27 Thread Collin A
White Industries BB sold...I might have some more parts soon courtesy of another move - stuff like dura ace brakes, paul canti brakes, ultegra groupsets, RH tires, etc. so keep an eye out - XTR M900 cantilever brakes, 1 bike's worth: These are a bit of a catch-and-release from a fellow li

[RBW] Re: Big Joe goes to Snowdonia

2024-05-27 Thread RichS
Nicholas, what a magical landscape. Thanks for sharing the photos. Nicely put together Joe Appa too! Best, Rich in ATL On Monday, May 27, 2024 at 3:06:53 PM UTC-4 John Bokman wrote: > Fantastic shots! Thanks so much. Looks like a hoot! > > > John > On Monday, May 27, 2024 at 2:28:08 AM UTC-7 Ni

[RBW] How much can you vary wheel diameter and tire width without degrading handling?

2024-05-27 Thread Patrick Moore
Frames are designed to handle best with wheels of a certain diameter with tires of a certain width, but sometimes you can vary tire size and get away with it without making the bike handle strangely or risking pedal strike. Instance: 25 years ago I built up several nice pre-susp mtbs with 3 wheel

[RBW] Re: FS: 55 Platypus in Mermaid

2024-05-27 Thread Ari Kelman
The Platypus has a new home. Many thanks to folks here for their help. On Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 4:53:53 PM UTC-7 Ari Kelman wrote: > I should note that my price is flexible. I want to find the right home for > this lovely bike that's in as-new condition. > > On Monday, May 20, 2024 at 9:40:3

[RBW] Re: Big Joe goes to Snowdonia

2024-05-27 Thread John Bokman
Fantastic shots! Thanks so much. Looks like a hoot! John On Monday, May 27, 2024 at 2:28:08 AM UTC-7 Nicholas A wrote: > [image: IMG_9184.jpg] -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receivi

Re: [RBW] Re: Style on the bike

2024-05-27 Thread Patrick Moore
Robert and everyone, I apologize; Robert is right, these are not the model I know and love. Apparently, REI no longer carries these; too bad. If anyone knows of similar pants available from another source, I would be interested in hearing about them. https://www.rei.com/product/158172/rei-co-op-s

Re: [RBW] Silver Hub sound

2024-05-27 Thread Garth
Brian, I don't think there a cassette hub made that integrates the pawls into the hub body that is by any measure, quiet. I've spent too much time on YT listening to hubs and they're all chainsaw-like, the only different is to what degree you like you saw sound.. "Special grease" only diminish

Re: [RBW] Re: Style on the bike

2024-05-27 Thread rltilley
I have a couple pairs of those Sahara pants as well and I love them.  These look like they got rid of the roll up legs with snaps and replaced them with zip off legs? I can’t find the roll up leg version on their site.Robert TilleySan Diego, CASent from my iPhoneOn May 27, 2024, at 7:03 AM, Patrick

Re: [RBW] Silver Hub sound

2024-05-27 Thread Brian Turner
Glad to be of some help! It’s probably a bit louder sounding because it’s echoing inside my garage and off my garage door… but I don’t find it loud or distracting compared to others. Now, my Crust has a Hope rear hub, and that’s even louder than a White, possibly louder than Chris King too. I’ve

Re: [RBW] Silver Hub sound

2024-05-27 Thread Brian Watts
Thanks for everyone’s input. Brian that video is super helpful. I would say that is pretty loud. 1-10; deore 2, silver 6, white 8.5. I think I’m looking for a 4 on my scale😁 On Monday, May 27, 2024 at 8:31:43 AM UTC-7 Brian Turner wrote: > If it helps, here’s a video I made of the Silver hub so

Re: [RBW] Silver Hub sound

2024-05-27 Thread Brian Turner
If it helps, here’s a video I made of the Silver hub sound on my Gus: https://photos.app.goo.gl/6ae4EXFGqjZRvAwA7 -- 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 emai

[RBW] Re: Sergio Green Roadini 57 frameset

2024-05-27 Thread Gabe Thompson
PM'd On Monday, May 27, 2024 at 6:25:15 AM UTC-7 Andrew Joseph wrote: > All, > > I recently picked up a like new Roadini frameset and Tektro 559s from > Mack’s Bikes in Chicago. > > However, I also just purchased a Sam complete and I am loving it. Maybe I > had low expectations of the Sams p

Re: [RBW] Silver Hub sound

2024-05-27 Thread Kim H.
I was going to buy a set of SILVER hubs. Once I did some homework, I realized that it was best to keep what I already had, the stock wheels on my Clem. The hubs are silent running and the rims are good quality for my needs. Kim Hetzel. On Monday, May 27, 2024 at 7:29:21 AM UTC-7 David Hays w

Re: [RBW] Re: Big Joe goes to Snowdonia

2024-05-27 Thread Patrick Moore
Lovely photos; thanks for sharing them. -- 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 view this discussio

Re: [RBW] Silver Hub sound

2024-05-27 Thread David Hays
I would buy those hubs. David Hays Buffalo, New York > On May 27, 2024, at 10:13 AM, Patrick Moore wrote: > > The header immediately made me think of "Music With Her Silver Sound;" > https://www.discogs.com/master/1425787-English-Consort-Of-Viols-Martyn-Hill-Anthony-Rooley-Music-With-Her-Silve

Re: [RBW] 2019 55 CM Atlantis for Sale

2024-05-27 Thread deepak atreya
Memorial Day sale ! Price drop to $3000 . This is excellent deal for all premium components . I can also swap out onyx hub wheelset with my dynamo wheelset if that is of interest .( pacenti brevet , son 28 ,Shimano , edulux 11 , hand built by Rich ) for the same price. I can do Alex 11 adventure

Re: [RBW] Silver Hub sound

2024-05-27 Thread Patrick Moore
The header immediately made me think of "Music With Her Silver Sound;" https://www.discogs.com/master/1425787-English-Consort-Of-Viols-Martyn-Hill-Anthony-Rooley-Music-With-Her-Silver-Sound-Works-By-Bull-Byrd-C The founder of the ensemble was Marco Pallis, author of Peaks and Lamas. Remarkable man

Re: [RBW] Re: Style on the bike

2024-05-27 Thread Patrick Moore
I'll recommend the REI "Sahara" cargo pants for occasions when you want to ride a bike to an event where shorts are inappropriate. They're on sale now, too: https://www.rei.com/product/202030/rei-co-op-sahara-convertible-pants-mens?CAWELAID=120217890013538185&cm_mmc=PLA_Bing%7C2170001700551_202

[RBW] Sergio Green Roadini 57 frameset

2024-05-27 Thread Andrew Joseph
All,I recently picked up a like new Roadini frameset and Tektro 559s from Mack’s Bikes in Chicago.  However, I also just purchased a Sam complete and I am loving it.  Maybe I had low expectations of the Sams performance on pavement having previously owned a Homer?Regardless of the reason, I was wro

Re: [RBW] Style on the bike

2024-05-27 Thread Ted Durant
> On May 27, 2024, at 3:54 AM, Nicholas A wrote: > > My new fave riding clothes, merino t-shirt, Amundsen shorts and the good old > Eric Marth designed kerchief. A picture-perfect example of harmonizing with your surroundings. Ted Durant Milwaukee, WI USA -- You received this message becaus

Re: [RBW] Silver Hub sound

2024-05-27 Thread Keith Paugh
“Something a touch louder than Deore” is how I’d describe the Silver hub. I have one on my Sam. They have great engagement after coasting. Not as much “slip” as other hubs. I’ve really liked it. k. > On May 26, 2024, at 11:34 PM, Brian Watts wrote: > > something a touch louder -- You receive

Re: [RBW] Re: Style on the bike

2024-05-27 Thread Sarah Carlson
I love seeing this thread come back. And I approve of coordinating bike bags to shorts! Love it! On Monday, May 27, 2024 at 1:54:59 AM UTC-7 Nicholas A wrote: > My new fave riding clothes, merino t-shirt, Amundsen shorts and the good > old Eric Marth designed kerchief. > > [image: 0.jpg] > > On

[RBW] Re: New Bike Day: My Little Platy

2024-05-27 Thread Ryan
Purple Haze! I think it's a really fun build. Even though my personal aesthetic is a lot more restrained, I love Leah's bike builds. They're like art installations. Not to buzz-kill or anything, but I wonder how well anodizing/cerakoting finishes hold up, especially on high-wear areas such as

Re: [RBW] Silver Hub sound

2024-05-27 Thread Brian Turner
I can’t seem to find the link, but a few years ago, Will posted a video of the sound of a Silver hub. I’d say the description of being slightly louder than a Deore XT hub is accurate. But, nowhere near as loud as a White hub, that’s for sure. - Brian Lexington KY -- You received this message

[RBW] Re: My Rivendell Platypus - A Forever Bike Build

2024-05-27 Thread Dan
Thanks for the followup, Armand. Your experience is likely what made my LBS recommend me staying with the 43s on my Quills. But good to know it's possible if I ever insist! I don't mind anyway on that bike - the 43s suit it perfectly and are plenty comfortable. They leave room for fenders too.