[RBW] Re: Mt. Desert Island, ME & Acadia cycling tips

2015-07-15 Thread Wayne Mesard
I would anti-recommend the Loop road in Acadia. There are just too many cars parked in the right lane, even where it's clearly marked No Parking. It is neither enjoyable or safe. Do be careful on Cadillac, there many blind switchbacks, and not much of a shoulder. This is a beautiful little ride

[RBW] Re: Dyno light recommendation

2014-09-25 Thread Wayne Mesard
I'd like to anti-recommend the dynohub approach. I considered it when building my Sam, but rejected it for a couple of reasons: 1. They're expensive! 2. You pay the wattage tax whether you're using the thing or not. The Interwebs say that the drag costs anywhere from 2 to 15 watts of additional

[RBW] Re: Cambium texture question for Cambiumists

2014-09-16 Thread Wayne Mesard
I put about 2000 miles on my Sam-with-C17 this summer. I didn't realize how comfortable it was until yesterday when I got on my Scott CR1 for the first time in months and realized how comfortable that saddle *wasn't*. Regarding your specific question, no sticking. I tend to shift position a lo