I have one of these:
http://www.mygearup.com/inc/sdetail/20095___oak_ftc/89/381 and it works well.
I also have a Delta Michelangelo gravity stand that works pretty good too. I
am always wondering if the gravity stand is going to fall over, though. But,
it seems solid enough.
Steve
On Apr
The bikes do look great. Thanks for the pics. I'm planning on trying the
harlequin wrap this weekend.
It looks like everyone stopped the diamond pattern when they got to the bends
in the handlebars. Were these aesthetic choices, or is it hard to get the
pattern correct on the bends? Or both
I've seen the idea of using cable lining before. How does one go about
extracting it from the housing?
Steve
On Jan 14, 2013, at 12:26 PM, Toshi Takeuchi wrote:
> I got some plastic tubing that I route the cables through. I thought
> that maybe it's fairly standard practice. The first time I
I've never been a huge fan of how the derailer cables are routed underneath the
bottom bracket of my Ram, due to the fact that they are just rubbing against
the bare frame. Does anyone have any thoughts on using something like this
Campy cable guide?
http://velobase.com/ViewComponent.aspx?ID=E
I initially had Soba (46 cm?) bars on my Ram and switched to 45 cm Nitto
Randonneurs. The Sobas just seemed too wide. I really like the outward bend
at the hoods because it provides a nice wide area for my entire palm to rest.
The contact point is not just between the thumb and forefinger, bu
I use both signals, depending on the situation. For example, my commute home
from work features a right hand turn that many cars execute from the middle
lane (inappropriately), as well as the right lane in which I am happily riding
along. I signal the right turn with my left arm in this case b
I have Longboards and Tektro Silver (not sure what "R" number those equate to)
brakes on my orange Ram, and it works great with 28m Paselas. I've also put on
32mm Schwalbe Marathons for a trip on the C&O Towpath, which worked fine too.
The Schwalbes seemed a little tight, but I had no problems
My wife and I are doing the C&O path in October - she on her Saluki and me on
my Ram. I'd like to try and fit some 32mm wide tires on my Ram, but I'm not
sure if they will fit with the Longboards - I'll have to see.
What size tires are you guys using?
Steve
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I highly recommend the pedal spikes that Riv sells. I found that the Grip
Kings became much less grippy when they got wet. After adding the spikes
(which really aren't spikes, but more of a flat topped screw) my feet do not
slip one bit when riding in rain, dry, whatever.
FWIW, my riding sh
Hey Mike,
Anything new to report on the frame bag? I'm considering the Revelate bag
myself for my rando bike (a Ram!). I was worried a bit about my legs rubbing
the bag. Can you measure how far it sticks out from the center of the top tube?
I love the idea of the frame bag because I could th
Hi Steve,
I don't have the cream Longboards on my Ram, but I do have the silver. Here's
what they look like:
https://picasaweb.google.com/swimberg/Longboards?authuser=0&feat=directlink
Steve
On Dec 9, 2011, at 9:31 AM, Steven Frederick wrote:
> I'm thinking about a set of longboards for my
I've been toying with the idea of a bike locker for my wife and my commuter
bikes, but haven't gotten to the point of getting quotes. Have have you
received any quotes? If so, how much are they running? I saw the one in your
presentation for $2420, and am wondering if they would all be around
There is a little wiggle room with the 60cm Ram, so probably a 62 would fit.
I'm not so sure about a 64, but it might...
Steve
On Sep 23, 2011, at 5:23 PM, robert zeidler wrote:
> What's the biggest frame you think will fit?
>
> RGZ
>
> On Fri, Sep 23, 2011 at 2:58
Hi Garth,
I have a 60cm Rambouillet and have shipped it through UPS and on Air France
with this bike box.
http://www.crateworks.com/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=crateworks&Product_Code=Pro_XLC
The frame just fits lengthwise, such that I have to detach the rear derailer to
have it lay fl
I wear the Keen Coronado Cruisers when I ride, and love them. I have Grip
Kings with pedal spikes (the flat ones, not the pointy ones.) The combination
of shoes and pedal with spikes works great for me. Comfortable and very, very
grippy. The grippiness of the pedal was expanded greatly with
Hi Roger,
I had to use the next drill bit size up from 1/8 inch - don't remember
the size. Once I did that, they went in fine. They work great too,
BTW.
Steve
On Jun 18, 2011, at 5:32 PM, Roger and Carolyn SKALLERUD wrote:
I bought a couple bags of spikes for my grip king pedals, drill
No problem. That is a Pasela 28.
Steve
On Mar 25, 2011, at 7:06 PM, Seth Vidal wrote:
On Fri, Mar 25, 2011 at 6:02 PM, Steve Wimberg
wrote:
Thanks for all the responses! Good to know that it won't be a
problem. The
first brevet of the season is tomorrow!
Here is a link for som
r 25, 5:27 pm, Steve Wimberg wrote:
Hi all,
I just installed a set of Longbard fenders on my 60cm Rambouillet.
The bottom of the front rubber mudflap is only 2 inches off the
ground, which seems low to me. On a brief test ride this morning, I
noticed that it does catch on the edge of a curb when
Hi all,
I just installed a set of Longbard fenders on my 60cm Rambouillet.
The bottom of the front rubber mudflap is only 2 inches off the
ground, which seems low to me. On a brief test ride this morning, I
noticed that it does catch on the edge of a curb when riding off of
one. But th
Hey Ginz,
I am using Silver shifters and the IRD front derailleur. I found the action to
be pretty stiff until I found out that I had the cable connected in the wrong
way to the derailleur. Check out the image here:
http://softsolder.files.wordpress.com/2009/07/dsc03170-front-derailleur-cable
I had Soba bars, which are the same bend as Noodles I think, on my Ram
when I first got it and thought they felt a bit wide also. I traded
them out for a pair of 45cm Nitto Randonneurs which I really like. I
forget what width the Sobas were. 46 maybe?
That little bit of up and out bend o
I know this bike!
I have been admiring it in the bike cage behind Vanderbilt Hall at HMS. Very
nice. I would definitely be interested if I didn't already have a 60cm
Rambouillet.
Steve "the owner of the grey Surly Cross Check with the Nexus rear hub who also
parks in the Vandy bike cage" Wim
The bag has been claimed.
Steve
On Sep 14, 2010, at 6:57 PM, stevew wrote:
> Hi all,
>
> I am selling my Brand V Handlebar bag - it is the soft one that Riv
> sold several months ago, not the new BoxyBar Bag.
>
> It has seen rain on a few long rides, but is in good condition. I
> tried to ta
Anyone have an idea about how close this might be to the orange Rambouillet
color?
Steve
On Aug 30, 2010, at 9:36 PM, Bryan @ Renaissance Bicycles wrote:
> It's probably inevitable that your Orange Hillborne is going to get a
> nick or two ...
>
> For touching-up we've found the following re
I seem to recall reading that somewhere, too.
I guess when the study was done, I wasn't in the test group, because I
often pull up on the pedal when grinding up a hill.
Steve
On Dec 16, 2009, at 10:18 AM, Seth Vidal wrote:
> On Wed, Dec 16, 2009 at 9:45 AM, Steve Wimberg
> wrot
Thanks for everyones input on this.
At the end of the day, I will probably try Grip Kings with the Power
Grips. My LBS has both, so I can check them out locally, get their
opinion, and go from there.
Practicing emergency bailouts (and working on bike handling skills in
general), trying my
Thanks for the replies.
I should have been more clear on the cause of the numbness. It's not
cold, but circulation(?) and pressure on the bottom of my foot is
causing it.
I do like the idea of using Power Grips on the Grip Kings, but also
read that doesn't work. Richard - where to the end
I would like to get some feedback from the group regarding Grip King
pedals and their ability to eliminate numb feet on long rides.
I started using clipless pedals about a year ago after my rides
started increasing in length, and numbness in my feet became a
problem. I had been using MKS to
VERY nice. Yes, indeed.
I have a Shimano Nexus 8 on my Cross Check and love it. It has maybe
3000 miles on it at this point, and has yet to have a problem.
I agree that the internal gear hub is not as efficient as a derailleur
setup, however I have not felt any issues when climbing or pushi
Hi all,
Thanks for the replies - a deal has been made.
The Sobas also feel a bit big to me as well. Maybe I just need a
smaller set, though. My hands feel too far apart when on the hoods,
which I think will not be the case with the Randos.
My wife has Randos on her Saluki, and I like the
When I set up my first "real" bike 3 years ago, I used MKS Touring
pedals. Love 'em, but after 30 or so miles, my right foot would be
numb.
A friend suggested SPDs so I could actually walk in the shoes (at
least to go into a convenience store without falling on my ass). He
also felt tha
Hi Aaron,
My wife is 5'2" and looked a LOT of bikes before finally getting a
50cm Saluki.
She liked the Jamis Satellite Femme and Specialized Dolce for fit, but
wasn't too fond of the skinny tires. I think the Jamis had some sort
of rack/fender issue too, but I don't quite remember. The
Hi Eric,
I have a Surly Cross Check that Harris Cyclery set up using their "San
Jos8" package. It has a Shimano Nexus 8 rear hub. The shifter is
attached on the bar end with a bar end adaptor called a HubBub. The
cable is routed down the downtube and then across the chain stay and
held
Thanks to those that replied.
Charlie, what type of wax are you talking about? I must plead
ignorance! Is applying it simply a matter of melting and brushing it
over the nicks?
Also, do you (or anyone else) think that removing existing nail polish
with nail polish remover will harm the o
Our guy is trying too...
http://www.boston.com/news/local/articles/2007/08/25/menino_puts_new_spin_on_getting_around_the_hub/
Steve
On Aug 16, 2009, at 10:23 AM, Rambouilleting Utahn wrote:
>
> I just came across a picture of Salt Lake's Mayor with his mustache
> bar equipped Riv.
>
> Ralph h
Hi Jim,
Thanks for the info.
I was reluctant to scrub the bags with soap, as I had read that may
remove the wax/waterproofing. Do you think that applying the Filson
wax yourself does as good a job in repelling water as the original
finish? I guess I am a little worried that I won't be ab
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