width = +/- value x 2 + the test spindle width. (As a rough reference the
distance between cogs on a cassette is close to 4mm).
Steve in AVL
On Friday, January 31, 2025 at 10:17:13 PM UTC-5 brendonoid wrote:
> The real fun with square taper cranksets is that depending on its previ
hange of ideas with
others who have similar interests, and FREE (except for the cost of
connectivity)
Steve in AVL
On Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 8:46:27 PM UTC-5 RichS wrote:
> ++1!
>
> Best,
> Rich in ATL
>
> On Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 8:33:35 AM UTC-5 ascpgh wro
Peter White offers an interesting perspective on bike fitting. If you
haven't already stumbled across it you might find it of interest.
https://www.peterwhitecycles.com/fitting.php
On Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 10:49:25 AM UTC-5 Brian Turner wrote:
> I tend to side with Ted’s thoughts and expe
Rene Herse - The 38mm Loup Loup Pass just might be what you're looking for.
I've run the standard casing which I thought was superb.
https://www.renehersecycles.com/product-category/components/tires/650b/?srsltid=AfmBOorswI1PuVhLlqJlY1TsIiyWARWXGF1yjIQ9SYTGR6zCouuafTxT
Steve in AVL
ext Riv should be a trail
oriented build, something that will accept at least 2.5" knobbies. Steve in
AVL
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On Friday, January 10, 2025 at 6:27:45 PM UTC-5 Bill Lindsay wrote:
> These are excellent guesses. Maybe it's an inverte
Thanks for sharing! Now I know.
On Friday, January 10, 2025 at 6:15:15 PM UTC-5 nmtr...@gmail.com wrote:
> Hi Riv Owners,
>
> So probably most of you know how this works better than I, but just in
> case I can save even one person the aggravation I am going through, I want
> to pass some advice
ssful requires
diligent training beginning several months in advance. Ideally the training
should culminate in a ride equal to at least 90% of the event.
Can a Riv do it? I say it's less about the bike and more about the rider.
Steve in AVL (who these days rarely breaks 40 miles, even on my Pl
What Roberta said - thanks for taking the time & trouble to do this Eric.
Looking forward to hearing it.
Steve in AVL
On Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 7:05:31 PM UTC-5 Josh C wrote:
> Eric,
> I'd love to hear this.
> Spotify, substack, YouTube for me.
>
> On Thursday
Charlie...last fsmily holiday was Threshfield.Next time...
Yahoo Mail: Search, organise, conquer
On Thu, 19 Dec 2024 at 10:04, Charlie Hitchen
wrote: Steve, that's interesting... I'm from Clitheroe with family history in
the Dales too. Some living still in Burnsall. Curiousl
and the reynolds decal on
Joseph's bike not only tells you the tensile strength, it specifies all-terrain
tubing. Very classy looking...love the color and those wavy-patterned fenders!
On Monday, December 16, 2024 at 9:19:15 AM UTC-6 charlie...@gmail.com wrote:
Great to see more emerging f
wners outside the US will continue to share their
photos; the landscapes and backgrounds are as interesting as the bikes.
On Thu, Dec 12, 2024 at 12:09 PM Steve Bishop wrote:
Hi All
A bit late to the party. I am based in Edinburgh.
I have two Rivs, one with Billie's and the other with Rune
ir
photos; the landscapes and backgrounds are as interesting as the bikes.
On Thu, Dec 12, 2024 at 12:09 PM Steve Bishop wrote:
Hi All
A bit late to the party. I am based in Edinburgh.
I have two Rivs, one with Billie's and the other with Rune Hilt 48cm (Nitto
Noodle on PEDs) drop ha
ions that other riders devise. On occasion I have flagrantly
copied them.
Steve in AVL
On Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 4:06:58 PM UTC-5 Garth wrote:
> On my '99 custom Franklin it has a grooved-into-the-shell cable guides
> which were getting a bit rough and chewing up shift c
Kim, if you're concerned about water finding its way into your guide (as
Benz pots out) you could pick up a couple Jagwire housing caps as pictured
below. They should do the trick. I've been using them for several years
and am pleased with their performance.
--- If you decide to give them a
Kim, I love these sorts of DIY custom tweaks. At the very least they
enhance the sense of attachment to the bike. Thanks for sharing!
Steve
On Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 5:08:27 PM UTC-5 Kim H. wrote:
> Supplemental:
> I may inject some grease into the plastic tube to see if it im
John - great shot! I hope you don't mind my using it as my desktop picture
:-)
Steve
On Sunday, December 1, 2024 at 6:36:17 PM UTC-5 John Rinker wrote:
> Trail #211 above the Spokane River. Part of an amazing network of trails
> along this beautiful river.
> [image: All Photos
https://bikesnobnyc.com/2024/11/21/be-steel-my-heart/
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Dave, check this out:
https://thelifemachine.com/collections/frameset-decals/Bridgestone
On Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 2:52:19 PM UTC-5 fres...@gmail.com wrote:
> I just found a nice condition frame/fork in my size that was powder coated
> and I'm going to do a bit of a resto-mod build. I'd l
Now Leah, two Platys would be merely eccentric. Crazy requires a minimum
of three.
On Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 7:29:30 PM UTC-5 Steve wrote:
> 5'8" male here with an 81cm pbh. I'm on a 50 Platy with a Billie bar
> mounted on a 100mm Technomic. I'm comfy on
Fun video!!! Nice job putting the Platypus together! You, my friend,
are a good hubby.
On Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 12:30:14 AM UTC-4 Keith P. wrote:
> I had a lot of fun building this Platypus up for the Missus. My first time
> doing so from scratch.
>
> I attempted to document the pr
Hi all,
No affiliation, but i just came across this Joe Appaloosa listed on western
Mass craigslist. Too small for me but looks sweet!
https://westernmass.craigslist.org/bik/d/northampton-rivendell-appaloosa-51cm/7789700258.html
On Sunday, October 13, 2024 at 7:09:30 PM UTC-4 Josh C wrote:
> I'm
county from the other three.
I'll map out some route ideas and toss out some dates!
Steve in Northampton (well, Florence...but lets not open that can of worms)
On Thursday, October 3, 2024 at 4:42:35 PM UTC-4 maxcr wrote:
> I'd love to join a Western Mass Riv Entmoot but need a bit
tember 29, 2024 at 11:12:50 PM UTC-4 chefd...@gmail.com wrote:
> Steve, my son and I recently rode the Erie Canal, from Buffalo to Albany,
> then on to Bennington VT and south thru Berkshire County (my home turf),
> winding up just outside of Great Barrington. We missed the fall colors by
Hi folks!
I have Billie bars on my newly built sam. In talking it over with Will at
Riv he strongly suggested the 4 bolt faceplate stem for exactly the reasons
you mentioned. 110mm on my size 54.
https://www.rivbike.com/products/stem-nitto-90-190?srsltid=AfmBOoqnIYxgujEKpDnEy5yD8YGOE3tHPf6Rf
Nice bike! It's hard to beat Japanese craftsmanship. Love the elegant
curve of the seat stays. The frame looks like it may be filet brazed?
Hmmm...it appears to be just my size!!!
Steve
On Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at 12:51:42 PM UTC-4 Mackenzy Albright
wrote:
> Raw_meet
Michael, at this point I would consider contacting RH tech support -
https://www.renehersecycles.com/product-setup-questions/
On Thursday, September 5, 2024 at 3:23:10 PM UTC-4 ian m wrote:
> On Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at 7:22:42 PM UTC-4 ian m wrote:
>
> What I find hardest to understand
Great little profile piece on Nitto on John Watson's Radavist web site:
https://theradavist.com/nitto-embodying-the-spirit-and-legacy-of-japanese-bicycle-craft/
I thought this might be of interest to those of us who appreciate Nitto
components.
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Matthew, great shots! Looks like Catalina must be a magical place to knock
around.
Steve in AVL
On Tuesday, August 20, 2024 at 7:59:41 PM UTC-4 Matthew Miller wrote:
> bunch of 35mm shots from recent bike camping trip to Catalina Island, CA.
> They give you an orange deer vest for visi
Hoch raises a good point about the 'tail wag' effect.
To be honest, I'm not sure if longer chain stays and wheelbase will magnify
or mitigate that effect. Intuitively it seems like the longer bike would be
better, but then again, intuitively the sun rotates around the earth.
On Sunday, August
Paul, if you've not seen Russ Rocca's review of the Polvalent Low Kicker on
YT, here's a link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tbVDYvjiwdM
I've never ridden a Polyvalent, but I do ride a Platypus. Having pulled a
Tag-Along with the Platy and ridden with child carriers on the rear of
other bikes
Diana, I'm veering off topic a bit - but - I really like the look of that
top tube bag on your Platypus. Looks like it was made specifically for it.
Is it a custom?
On Sunday, August 18, 2024 at 10:14:47 AM UTC-4 Diana H wrote:
> Hi Leah,
>
> Following up on my promise to go to Riv HQ to ask a
Reginald, well done - the bag as well as the Schwinn. Hopefully it's still
being ridden. It seems most older bikes come to an ignominious end.
On Sunday, August 18, 2024 at 3:26:49 PM UTC-4 R. Alexis wrote:
> Steve,
>
> Here are some pics. For a novelty bag it has a lot of f
hanks for sharing!
Steve in AVL
On Thursday, August 15, 2024 at 11:59:54 PM UTC-4 Pam Bikes wrote:
> Come see me in Charlotte. I'm on Warm Showers.
> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OVaeIPQni9g
>
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Reginald - I'd love to see a pic of that bag!!! (and the Schwinn as well).
I had a hunch other Riv riders might be into creative repurposing
solutions.
On Thursday, August 15, 2024 at 4:11:03 PM UTC-4 Steve wrote:
> The bike sports Ergon 'Biokork' GC-1 grips, so sorta
it secure and it should be good.
>>
>> Thanks,
>>
>> Reggie
>>
>> On Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 9:00:53 PM UTC-5 Steve wrote:
>>
>>>
>>> [image: 6BCB4B5E-896B-42F2-B5B0-E23442CF3060.jpeg]
>>>
>>> [image: 3B2783A6-6F34-4D
Ryan, regarding the worn anodized finish on the cranks; that's when it's
time to strip and polish them. They'll. look better than ever, though it is
a bit of a project.
On Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 10:34:31 AM UTC-4 Ryan wrote:
> Well...thanks all...I learned something(as I usually do in th
There are "baguettes" and then there are "baguettes Français"
On Monday, August 12, 2024 at 10:04:12 AM UTC-4 Paul M wrote:
> Are you sure that is a baguette on the Frenchman's rear rack or is it a
> walking stick? It's huge!
>
>
> On Monday
Love the picture - Classic !!! I was three years old when it was
taken.
On Sunday, August 11, 2024 at 7:05:43 PM UTC-4 Patrick Moore wrote:
> Hah! I was born in 1955. The grandson is 6-8 years older than I now.
>
> On Sun, Aug 11, 2024 at 5:02 PM Patrick Moore wrote:
>
>> On the way hom
affirm
Leah's delightful bit of writing.
Take care, Steve
On Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 5:27:56 PM UTC-4 Jay wrote:
> The part about riding in the dark, the pit, the beam, I was reading on the
> edge of my seat wondering if it all ended in a bloody mess. Glad it didn't
> ;
Linguistic scholars recognize that the meanings associated with words often
evolve over time, with the changes being driven by culture. Leah, as far
as I'm concerned, you have nudged the definition of "wilding" toward a new
meaning.
I say, right on, far out and totally cool, it's time to ge
an-on-a-Mixte let me suggest
that the fools who say such things are revealing their ignorance. Don't
knock it till you've tried it!
Steve
On Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at 9:56:36 PM UTC-4 Chris Halasz wrote:
> Paul
>
> Nice build, really looks just right, and great color on the f
That JB Weld is amazing stuff. Based on my experience with it, I'd even
suggest that if you fill the void with JB - smoothing the surface of it so
it blends in well cosmetically - the effected section of the rack will be
stronger than it was originally.
On Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 11:54:50
Edwin, I have a Jones Bend H-bar, cut to 660mm wide, that I'd let go for
$30. Note that it requires a 31.8mm stem and is black. I'm in North Carolina
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On Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 1:50:41 PM UTC-4 captaincon...@gmail.com
wrote:
> I have the f
Pam, well dang! I'd be driving down from AVL to join your group and sample
some Charlotte area riding, but my wife and I will be in Michigan on a
three week getaway. Please be sure to post some pictures from the event for
us.
Steve
On Friday, July 26, 2024 at 10:26:02 PM UTC-4 Pam
r + your body weight and
then calculate the 2 or 3 pounds you might loose as a percentage you might
just decide that decreasing the utility of the bike is not worth the
trade-off.
Steve
On Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 8:30:51 PM UTC-4 Patrick Moore wrote:
> Addendum to frames and feeli
Laing, I like your technique! Thanks for sharing.
BTW, I'd enjoy seeing a pic of that Bombadil when you get the fenders on.
Steve in AVL
On Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 6:39:30 PM UTC-4 lconley wrote:
> Honjo H-95, 65mm wide, going on my Bombadil with 650B x 57 Schwalbe G-One
> ALL
itch between drops and swept
>> back. I always wanted to try albatross or VO granola on my Salsa Fargo
>> (which I ride as a mountain bike on non technical trails, with lots of
>> paved connecting everything). One day I may give it a shot.
>>
>> Steve - "obsessi
It's reassuring, after perusing this thread, that I am not alone in
obsessing over and tinkering with my bike builds.
Is it just an engaging avocation --- or a hard core addiction?
No matter, it results in comfortable, good looking bikes that keep me in
the saddle and moving.
On Monday, Ju
Hi everyone,
I just purchased a Sam frame from Riv and am contemplating build options. I
have plenty of ideas, and also appreciate the simplicity of the "you pick
the fun stuff, we pick the rest" option on the site. Anyone have an
experience with this option?
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ern chains do
> tolerate a lot of deflection without greatly affecting performance or wear.
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> On Sat, Jul 6, 2024 at 8:12 PM Steve wrote:
>
>> David, would a wider bottom bracket axle solve the issue? How long is
>> the current one?
ains do
> tolerate a lot of deflection without greatly affecting performance or wear.
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> On Sat, Jul 6, 2024 at 8:12 PM Steve wrote:
>
>> David, would a wider bottom bracket axle solve the issue? How long is
>> the current one?
>>
David, would a wider bottom bracket axle solve the issue? How long is the
current one?
On Saturday, July 6, 2024 at 5:40:45 PM UTC-4 David Ross wrote:
> I built up a Gus recently. I used a 1x11 Deore derailleur and the chain
> rubs the tire in the largest cog. The chain above the chain stay
aches does make it all a bit overwhelming.
If you stick with Silver cranks from RBW you can't go wrong, and you'll
always have this group and RBW for tech advice. (If retro style appeals to
you you should also look at Velo Orange cranks)
Steve
On Saturday, June 29, 2024 at 7:37:24 PM
Dick, I've heard some loose talk about maybe September, but to my knowledge
nothing has jelled yet. I'll try to touch base with the local planning
group and see what their thoughts are. If it's a go we'll get a notice up
on the Owners Bunch group site.
Steve Forst
On Sat, Jun
Dave, I really like your Platy build!She looks good loaded for travel.
What's your impression riding it with a load?
Thanks, Steve
On Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 5:33:12 PM UTC-4 DavidP wrote:
> I see a few Happisack (or similar) + front basket setups, which is what I
> used
Dave, I really like your Platy build. She looks good loaded for travel.
What your impression riding it packed?
Thanks, Steve
On Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 5:33:12 PM UTC-4 DavidP wrote:
> I see a few Happisack (or similar) + front basket setups, which is what I
> used on a recent S24
Ted - I love those meaty Thunder Burts! You've got yourself a gooding
looking Platypus there.
Welcome to the 'Man on a Mixte' club.
Steve in AVL
- proudly riding a 2022 Mermaid Platypus
On Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 9:55:01 AM UTC-4 Dorothy C wrote:
> Lovely bike. Welcome t
What a great ride - especially doing it with your son. Thanks for the
report.
Steve
On Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at 7:36:33 PM UTC-4 DavidP wrote:
> Intrigued by recent examples and talks of light touring on a Platypus
> (Leah, Diana H, Tim B), and spotting an opportunity to get out T
Cheeky!
On Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 2:29:09 PM UTC-4 Brian Turner wrote:
> Needs saddlebag loops. :)
>
> On Tue, Jun 11, 2024 at 2:23 PM Matthew Williams
> wrote:
>
>> Not quite my style, but an interesting design...
>>
>>
>>
>> [image: maxresdefault.jpg]
>>
>> Introducing vabsRider by ataraxy
State Road 119 from Harbor Springs to Cross Village.
For the full "western shore" experience,.at Cross Village continue north on
North Lake Shore Drive to Sturgeon Bay Beach where the road runs between
sand dunes and the beach before finally turning east.
On Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 8:31:54 A
Todd, PM sent. Thanks
On Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 12:43:43 PM UTC-4 Todd G wrote:
> Rack is still available. This is a pretty nice rack, I just don’t have use
> for it right now.
>
> On Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 7:48:51 AM UTC-7 Graham McCall wrote:
>
>> Emailed
>>
>> On Sunday, May 19, 2024 at
along its length, but I find it to still be a stellar stretch of roadway.
Your pic brings some fond memories to mind. Thanks!
Steve in AVL, NC
On Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 6:03:08 PM UTC-4 larson@gmail.com wrote:
> Looks like fun! Petosky is in northern Michigan, the Upper Peninsula is
&
fenders. (The poor girl, all she had for road riding was a
carbon fiber Liv with naked 23mm tires!!!).
You might say I'm a true believer.
Steve in AVL
On Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 2:44:13 AM UTC-4 Joe Ray wrote:
> Thanks Ted,
> Was definitely thinking about all the potential fe
ive feeling. I find they also do well
enough on smooth, hard pack dirt or gravel routes to keep me comfortable
exploring them.
So, that's my $0,02.Steve in AVL
On Monday, May 27, 2024 at 5:18:52 PM UTC-4 Patrick Moore wrote:
> Frames are designed to handle best with wheels of a
n smooth, hard pack dirt or gravel routes to let you feel comfortable
exploring them.
Steve in AVL
On Monday, May 27, 2024 at 5:18:52 PM UTC-4 Patrick Moore wrote:
> Frames are designed to handle best with wheels of a certain diameter with
> tires of a certain width, but sometimes you ca
Leah, as a kindred Platypus-ista Iet me say that yes indeed, you "Nailed
It" !What a fun build.!!! Now ride the heck out of it.
Steve in AVL
On Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 1:15:25 PM UTC-4 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding!
wrote:
> Armand,
>
> No, Paul won’t do cerakoting for
You resuscitated it!!! Judging from the pics the Saluki was worth the
effort. The polished fenders really complement the gray color way -
sharp!!!
On Friday, May 17, 2024 at 8:50:41 PM UTC-4 mhec...@gmail.com wrote:
> You may remember my previous post after retrieving my Saluki ( Serial
> #00
I've always found the Shimano levers to be just fine, but for my hands
(glove size lg to xl) the TRPs with their wider hoods are so much better. I
also find the curved levers provide more effective braking from the hoods.
My $0.02
Steve in AVL
On Friday, May 17, 2024 at 9:39:28 PM
Regarding the ability of "thicker TPU tubes" to transform a "high end tire"
into "garden hoses" -- do I detect a note of hyperbole?
On Friday, May 17, 2024 at 12:53:14 AM UTC-4 travis...@gmail.com wrote:
> Then there is this froth from the sometime racer who tried several TPU
> tubes for Cuv
of the Platypus - it never
fails to impress me.
About those cantilevers - I went with Deore V-brakes mostly to pinch a few
pennies. Yes, they definitely set up easily and perform well - but to my
eyes they lack the elegance of a well executed cantilever. I say don't give
up on them.
Steve
le approximates a 90 degree angle.
Steve
On Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 7:51:38 PM UTC-4 Armand Kizirian wrote:
> Greetings fellow Rivendell Lovers!
>
> I’m happy to introduce to you my very first Rivendell, an Ana Purple
> Platypus built up as my forever bike (#3). As someone who worked in
shifter and then thread the cable through the
shifter lever, the mount and back into the housing.
- Pull or push the cable forward to bring the lever into position on its
mount and secure it in place.
- There you have it!
Steve
On Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 4:37:14 PM UTC-4 Doug H. wrote:
> Hi
(I9 AR25 rims). I've only logged about 50
miles on them so far, but it's all been on graveled forest roads and a few
miles of single track. I've been inflating the 700c x 48mm RH knobbies to
25psi.
On Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 11:18:55 AM UTC-4 Ted Durant wrote:
>
> On May 7
Ted, in an attempt yo educate myself in installation of these tubes, may I
ask did your RH tubes come packaged with an 'O' ring on the stem? If so,
did you install it inside or outside of the rim?
Thanks, Steve
On Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 7:02:38 PM UTC-4 Ted Durant wrote:
>
Eric, another great video - thanks (and thank you JJ for the link).
Eric, I do have a lingering question regarding your excellent Sam
restoration video - how did you finally remove the seized bottom bracket?
Steve
On Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 5:14:14 PM UTC-4 JohnS wrote:
> Thank you E
Msg'd - VO Levers
On Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 5:57:17 PM UTC-4 nca...@gmail.com wrote:
> Messaged about the cable hanger :)
>
> On Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 4:25:05 PM UTC-4 Drew Fitchette wrote:
>
>> Hey Everyone!
>>
>> I recently put together a new build and in going through all the stuff in
>
Show us the bike! Show us the bike! Show us the bike!
*Plase!!!*
On Monday, April 29, 2024 at 9:28:01 PM UTC-4 Kim H. wrote:
> @Laing-
>
> Are those Honjo 65 Flat fenders ?
>
> Kim Hetzel.
>
> On Monday, April 29, 2024 at 5:23:09 PM UTC-7 kiziria...@gmail.com wrote:
>
>> Nice. I'm very
/never tried). You can pick these up
> for a silly good price usually too and they're so common in the Midwest it
> seems like they were giving them away.
> [image: IMG_5532.jpg]
> [image: IMG_5533.jpg]
> [image: IMG_5534.jpg]
> [image: IMG_5535.jpg]
> [image: IMG_5536.j
paint job?
Steve in AVL
On Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at 4:24:18 PM UTC-4 exliontamer wrote:
> Put the Bullmoose on the Atlantis & I'm loving them. They really fit my
> short torso/long arms on the Atlantis. I have the stem maxed out in the
> photo for posterity's sake in cas
dividend in performance, especially when climbing or accelerating. It's
the same reason that I've long considered a primo wheel set to be a
worthwhile upgrade.
Steve in AVL
On Monday, April 22, 2024 at 5:23:39 PM UTC-4 four...@gmail.com wrote:
> seems like a lot of faff for a tu
n resulting in a ride that has felt less
> sluggish. I also had my saddle too low for a while which definitely wasn't
> helping..
>
> It’s interesting to see the variations on the Platypus frames from
> previous years -- lovely setup, Steve! I’ve been wondering what the
&
were in the high teen to low twenties, which
would give me a bit more confidence in them, though Will doesn't sound like
he feels much love for them.
I appreciate the commentary. At some future date I'll post a 500 mile
review - sooner if
I ditch them.
Steve in AVL
On Saturday, Apri
steep
descents, so I suppose I'll be doing my own field testing at that point.
Steve
https://www.renehersecycles.com/tpu-tubes-are-here/#:~:text=TPU%20stands%20for%20thermoplastic%20polyurethane,are%20safe%20with%20rim%20brakes.
https://www.tubolito.com/faq/
https://www.globalcyclingnetwork.co
ne has had long term experience with them (not
necessarily the WTB version). Any punctures, did they patch
satisfactorily? Longevity? Your impressions of the quality?
I'll add that they dropped about 200 grams of ugly fat from the wheels -
but that wasn't my main objective.
Steve
-
The fact that the "Friction vs Indexed" conversation has persisted for over
30 years now is testimony that both have their merits.
- My Rivendell with a 3x8 drivetrain and Silver 2 thumb shifters is, of
course, in friction mode (as was my 1970 ten speed Schwinn and my mid 70's
Raleigh). I like
How about "Spaghetti vs Macaroni" ?
On Wednesday, April 3, 2024 at 6:21:28 AM UTC-4 Ryan Ogilvie wrote:
> What are long chain stays in this metaphor? :-)
>
>
> Sent from my mobile device.
>
> On Apr 2, 2024, at 11:26 PM, fiddl...@gmail.com
> wrote:
>
> Ribeye vs Burger: both get the same job
How about "Chain of sausages vs Sausage patties" ?
On Wednesday, April 3, 2024 at 6:21:28 AM UTC-4 Ryan Ogilvie wrote:
> What are long chain stays in this metaphor? :-)
>
>
> Sent from my mobile device.
>
> On Apr 2, 2024, at 11:26 PM, fiddl...@gmail.com
> wrote:
>
> Ribeye vs Burger: both ge
hear your impression of how it performs.
On Sunday, March 31, 2024 at 3:33:49 PM UTC-4 Joe Bernard wrote:
> Steve,
>
> I learned it from motorcycles, too. I run my rear brake with more travel
> than the front so it's hard to lock up, and use it as a drag brake on loose
> surf
feels more stable,
controlled, and a bit easier on the tush.
Steve
On Sunday, March 31, 2024 at 2:55:11 PM UTC-4 Patrick Moore wrote:
> Grant extended the chainstays on my road customs from an XO-1-length 42 cm
> on the 1995 to 45 cm (to end of horizontal dropouts; Chauncey extended them
&g
feels more stable,
controlled, and a bit easier on the tush.
Steve
On Sunday, March 31, 2024 at 2:55:11 PM UTC-4 Patrick Moore wrote:
> Grant extended the chainstays on my road customs from an XO-1-length 42 cm
> on the 1995 to 45 cm (to end of horizontal dropouts; Chauncey extended them
&g
my approach may be a carry over from motorcycling, but
it works for me.
Steve
On Sunday, March 31, 2024 at 11:38:37 AM UTC-4 Joe Bernard wrote:
> You may get a little smoother (less gritty-feeling) action at the brake
> lever because the cable is making one less turn at the seat lug, b
cal. On a bike without fenders that pulley is going to get dirty.
Steve
On Sunday, March 31, 2024 at 10:11:46 AM UTC-4 Garth wrote:
> It may be less but would it really matter enough to notice it in brake
> funtion I can't say as every setup is unique.
> The main thing wit
I'm following with interest - and though my mixte (Platypus) sports
V-brakes I've had similar questions in my effort to smooth out the pull of
the rear brake. I've tried routing the cable through the short guide brazed
on the seat tube as well as bypassing it. Didn't seem to make much
differenc
John, excellent! Nice photos too. Thanks for sharing your experience with
us. As a South-easterner (North Carolina) I find the Southwest exotically
beautiful - and in particular, the Sonoran desert.
Steve
On Friday, March 15, 2024 at 7:15:30 AM UTC-4 mathiass...@gmail.com wrote:
> Gr
solve the
riddle.
Steve
On Thursday, March 14, 2024 at 9:11:32 PM UTC-4 Michael Morrissey wrote:
> Hi Vincent,
>
> That Clem is beautiful, but your shifting issue sounds frustrating. Are
> you running a 9-speed cassette in the back? I had the indexing Sunrace
> thumbie
Diana, love your photography - and - love your Platy with the Chocos. (I'm
admittedly biased, but your bike puts both the Salsa and the Kona to shame)
On Wednesday, March 6, 2024 at 6:48:18 PM UTC-5 John Rinker wrote:
> Excellent trip report Diana! You and your friends covered a lot of
> beaut
I say it's OK to geek out over bikes - especially if it's a unique
Rivendell.
Steve in Asheville --- Waiting for the official photo shoot glamour pics.
On Tuesday, February 20, 2024 at 10:41:11 PM UTC-5 Bikie#4646 wrote:
> *"Those who do will appreciate the richness of de
Abso-F'n-lutely Beautiful !!!
Go Pink!
On Tuesday, February 20, 2024 at 8:31:40 AM UTC-5 ascpgh wrote:
> What a build Bill.
>
> I said to Leah when she was considering the plunge for some bespoke bits
> that as you ride more, your experiences forge preferences for particular
> bike pieces
ve
>>>>>>> the tires, saddle and handlebars all black. Meditating on a rule is
>>>>>>> one of
>>>>>>> the joke-penance things that the Velominati tell people to do.
>>>>>>> Meditating
>>>>>>> on
I sheepishly asked "What is this rule #8...?"
Now I know -- and not just #8, but all 95 of them! Thank you Bill & John
Dewey for the illuminating me about the Velominati --- but now I can't stop
giggling.
On Friday, February 16, 2024 at 3:31:58 PM UTC-5 Bill Lindsay wrote:
> Yes, I've modifie
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