[RBW] Re: Pasela Actual Sizing

2008-12-04 Thread Hank Wirtz
Three of the four wire-bead ones I've bought (two in 700x28, one in 26x1.75) have blown off their rims. with the 700s, it happened on two different rims, a Torelli Master and an Ambrosio Evolution. The 26" one was on a Campy Thorr. No other model of tire, wire or folding, has done that to me befor

[RBW] Re: Pasela Actual Sizing

2008-12-04 Thread Tim McNamara
On Dec 4, 2008, at 2:06 AM, Hank Wirtz wrote: >> On Dec 3, 10:20 pm, Hank Wirtz <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >> >>> Wire-bead Paselas are famous for blowing off the rim. Avoid them. >>> Get >>> the folders. The folders are fantastic tires. The wire-bead ones are >>> not. > On Dec 3, 10:42 pm,

[RBW] Re: Pasela Actual Sizing

2008-12-04 Thread Mojo
I blew my first wire-bead Pasella off a MA-2 rim...twice. The first time I heard a boom from the garage, and found a slime mess all over the back of my LHT. I mentally kicked myself for a sloppy mount job, cleaned it up and remounted carefully checking around both beads that the tube was interior.

[RBW] Re: WTB: Nitto Handlebar shim

2008-12-04 Thread Mojo
I used Riv's shim and put some nice scratches on the bar sleeve. How do you install said sleeve without scratching your bars? On Dec 3, 7:56 pm, "David Estes" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Thanks for the advice and offers, I've had a set located for me.  Have tried > the soda pop can (beer should

[RBW] Re: Pasela Actual Sizing

2008-12-04 Thread Bill Connell
On Thu, Dec 4, 2008 at 9:13 AM, Mojo <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > I blew my first wire-bead Pasella off a MA-2 rim...twice. The first > time I heard a boom from the garage, and found a slime mess all over > the back of my LHT. I mentally kicked myself for a sloppy mount job, > cleaned it up and

[RBW] Re: Pasela Actual Sizing

2008-12-04 Thread CycloFiend
on 12/4/08 7:30 AM, Bill Connell at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: > > On Thu, Dec 4, 2008 at 9:13 AM, Mojo <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >> >> I blew my first wire-bead Pasella off a MA-2 rim...twice. The first >> time I heard a boom from the garage, and found a slime mess all over >> the back of my LH

[RBW] Re: WTB: Nitto Handlebar shim

2008-12-04 Thread CycloFiend
on 12/4/08 7:21 AM, Mojo at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: > > I used Riv's shim and put some nice scratches on the bar sleeve. How > do you install said sleeve without scratching your bars? The Nitto shim I got from them had nicely finished edges, in addition to the proper curve. I just mounted the

[RBW] Re: Pasela Actual Sizing

2008-12-04 Thread james black
On Thu, Dec 4, 2008 at 12:06 AM, Hank Wirtz <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Three of the four wire-bead ones I've bought (two in 700x28, one in > 26x1.75) have blown off their rims. with the 700s, it happened on two > different rims, a Torelli Master and an Ambrosio Evolution. As a data point, I m

[RBW] Re: Pasela Actual Sizing

2008-12-04 Thread periwinklekog
Hank writes: > Wire-bead Paselas are famous for blowing off the rim. Avoid them. Get > the folders. The folders are fantastic tires. The wire-bead ones are > not. I started using wire-bead Paselas last year on my 26"-wheeled roadie. I DID get a snakebite flat when I rolled too hard off my drivewa

[RBW] Re: Pasela Actual Sizing

2008-12-04 Thread palincss
Quoting [EMAIL PROTECTED]: > > Hank writes: >> Wire-bead Paselas are famous for blowing off the rim. Avoid them. Get >> the folders. The folders are fantastic tires. The wire-bead ones are >> not. > > I started using wire-bead Paselas last year on my 26"-wheeled roadie. > I DID get a snakebite fl

[RBW] Re: Pasela Actual Sizing

2008-12-04 Thread palincss
Quoting james black <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>: > > On Thu, Dec 4, 2008 at 12:06 AM, Hank Wirtz <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >> >> Three of the four wire-bead ones I've bought (two in 700x28, one in >> 26x1.75) have blown off their rims. with the 700s, it happened on two >> different rims, a Torelli Maste

[RBW] Re: Nigel Smythe Big Box on Rib Web Site

2008-12-04 Thread usuk2007
Sorry to point out the obvious, but this is a third of the price, has the longflap and has the beauty of being Rivendellish in that it's been around for ages and works really well. http://www.sjscycles.co.uk/product-Carradice_of_Nelson-Carradice-Camper-Longflap-Saddlebag--Black-with-White-straps-

[RBW] Are all AHH's created equal for tire clearance?

2008-12-04 Thread Forrest
In photos of what I think are later-run, Toyo-built Hilsens, it appears that the chainstays have a "dimple" on the inside at about the point the tire passes through. Or maybe that's an optical illusion? My 59cm AHH, which the original owner told me was from an early batch out of Waterford, does no

[RBW] Quickbeam Century Report and an Introduction.

2008-12-04 Thread Elfardo
Hello, An introduction is in order as I lurk more than join in the conversation here. My name is Clif Wright and I've had my Quickbeam for about three months now. It's a fabulous ride and the first bike I've owned in over twenty years that fits as it should. I live in Austin, Tx. (Any other Quick

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Century Report and an Introduction.

2008-12-04 Thread Bill Connell
On Thu, Dec 4, 2008 at 11:45 AM, Elfardo <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Hello, > > An introduction is in order as I lurk more than join in the > conversation here. My name is Clif Wright and I've had my Quickbeam > for about three months now. It's a fabulous ride and the first bike > I've owned in

[RBW] Re: Nigel Smythe Big Box on Rib Web Site

2008-12-04 Thread tarik saleh
On Thu, Dec 4, 2008 at 10:38 AM, usuk2007 <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Sorry to point out the obvious, but this is a third of the price, has > the longflap and has the beauty of being Rivendellish > in that it's been around for ages and works really well. > > http://www.sjscycles.co.uk/product-C

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Century Report and an Introduction.

2008-12-04 Thread Elfardo
Yes sir. Custom paint by Rivendell. A baby blue nod to every pickup my Granddad ever owned. (After they started making pickups in colors other than black.) Thanks. On Dec 4, 12:00 pm, "Bill Connell" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > On Thu, Dec 4, 2008 at 11:45 AM, Elfardo <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:

[RBW] Re: cassettes vs freewheels

2008-12-04 Thread tallsteelbikes
On Dec 3, 2:56 pm, Steve Palincsar <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > According to the table on Sheldon's sitehttp://sheldonbrown.com/k7.html > both sprocket thickness and spacer thickness changed between Shimano > Hyperglide 7 and Shimano 8. The 7spd is 1.85mm sprocket thickness, > 3.15mm spacer thick

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Century Report and an Introduction.

2008-12-04 Thread Eric Norris
Always a pleasure to see someone pushing the QB far beyond its intended use! PBP 2011 is coming in less than three years--start training now! --Eric [EMAIL PROTECTED] www.campyonly.com www.wheelsnorth.org On Dec 4, 2008, at 9:45 AM, Elfardo wrote: > > Hello, > > An introduction is in ord

[RBW] Re: cassettes vs freewheels

2008-12-04 Thread tallsteelbikes
On Dec 3, 4:36 pm, "PATRICK MOORE" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > But 8 sp was indeed slightly closer spaced than 7 -- which is why, > presumably, they went with 130 instead of 126 OL spacing. They went with 130 because the hub required more spacing and more dish. The 8 speed hub is bigger to acco

[RBW] Re: Nigel Smythe Big Box on Rib Web Site

2008-12-04 Thread Forrest
RBW says its new bag capacity is 21 liters. Carradice Nelson Camper Longflap is 24 liters. -- Forrest (Iowa City) On Dec 4, 12:13 pm, "tarik saleh" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > On Thu, Dec 4, 2008 at 10:38 AM, usuk2007 <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > > Sorry to point out the obvious, but this is

[RBW] Re: Nigel Smythe Big Box on Rib Web Site

2008-12-04 Thread tarik saleh
On Thu, Dec 4, 2008 at 11:26 AM, Forrest <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > RBW says its new bag capacity is 21 liters. Carradice Nelson Camper > Longflap is 24 liters. -- Forrest (Iowa City) > Ok, I stand corrected, but I have a long flap camper and boy does it look like I can fit two of them in t

[RBW] Re: cassettes vs freewheels

2008-12-04 Thread tallsteelbikes
> They went with 130 because the hub required more spacing and more > dish. The 8 speed hub is bigger to accomodate the extra cog. The 9 > speed spacing got tighter but still used the same hub as a 7 speed. Correction: that should have said "8": The 9 speed spacing got tighter but still used

[RBW] Re: Nigel Smythe Big Box on Rib Web Site

2008-12-04 Thread usuk2007
Exactly. the SuperC saddlebag is 23L and the Nelson Longflap is 18L. so there are plenty of Carradice choices for similarly big bags. Ordering form the UK is a good idea now with the dollar so strong On Dec 4, 1:26 pm, Forrest <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > RBW says its new bag capacity is 21 liter

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Century Report and an Introduction.

2008-12-04 Thread Elfardo
Well, we'll see about that! I'm going to concentrate on completing 200k this spring for my next endeavor. I did see an article with an aside about Len Haldeman riding his custom Riv with a similar setup as a Quickbeam on a PBP. He uses cogs rather than chainwheels. http://frank.harvard.edu/~cold

[RBW] Re: Nigel Smythe Big Box on Rib Web Site

2008-12-04 Thread Forrest
The long flap all the way out on the Carradice could be the difference. The new Riv bag does appear very capacious indeed. I had a Baggins Palladin, and I thought it was huge, but the N.S. Big Box looks bigger. -- fm On Dec 4, 12:29 pm, "tarik saleh" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > On Thu, Dec 4, 2

[RBW] Re: cassettes vs freewheels

2008-12-04 Thread tallsteelbikes
On Dec 3, 4:36 pm, "PATRICK MOORE" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > But 8 sp was indeed slightly closer spaced than 7 -- which is why, > presumably, they went with 130 instead of 126 OL spacing. They went with 130 because the hub required more spacing and more dish. The 8 speed hub is bigger to acc

[RBW] Re: Are all AHH's created equal for tire clearance?

2008-12-04 Thread wile
My 63 cm Toyo frame has the dimples. Not sure if a 42 would fit - I have 38mm tires on it right now with fenders. I believe it would fit a 42, but not with fenders. Dylan On Dec 4, 10:44 am, Forrest <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > In photos of what I think are later-run, Toyo-built Hilsens, it >

[RBW] Re: Pasela Actual Sizing

2008-12-04 Thread 42MuskhamSt
I should mention that the 700 x 28 wire bead that blew off the rim was on an Alex rim, if memory serves. I have 700 x 28 wire beads tires on Campy rims with no problems (so far anyway). When the tire blew off the rim it was a few minutes after mounting the tire in the living room, and not while

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Century Report and an Introduction.

2008-12-04 Thread Eric Norris
Great ride report. Seeing the photos brought back memories. I'll be back in 2011, but this time with gears! For various reasons, including torrential rain, we never got the chance for a petit dejeuner or much rest of any kind. --Eric [EMAIL PROTECTED] www.campyonly.com www.wheelsnorth.or

[RBW] Re: Pasela Actual Sizing

2008-12-04 Thread palincss
Quoting 42MuskhamSt <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>: > > I should mention that the 700 x 28 wire bead that blew off the rim was > on an Alex rim, if memory serves. I have 700 x 28 wire beads tires on > Campy rims with no problems (so far anyway). When the tire blew off > the rim it was a few minutes after

[RBW] FS: Ibex wool Arlberg

2008-12-04 Thread PATRICK MOORE
Loden wool vest, black, sized medium, worn sporadically for three seasons, mostly off bike, washed twice (most recently on Monday), new $150, sale at Sierra $80, mine shipped to your very own personal door for $45 (price includes the vest, of course). Length from bottom of lined, standup collar to

[RBW] Arlsberg vest has been claimed!

2008-12-04 Thread PATRICK MOORE
By three people already! Thanks for the interest. I should have asked $20 more! --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegro

[RBW] Re: Pasela Actual Sizing

2008-12-04 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
The newer ones...last 2-3 years, non-center ridge -- run pretty true to size. I'm running 28's in wire, 32's in wire and folding, and 35s in wire. They've improved the ride as well over the older ones. I had no mouting issues until I tried to put 35mm wire bead tires on Velocity Dyad rims. They w

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Century Report and an Introduction.

2008-12-04 Thread John Blish
Nice report, Clif. Great way to do a century with a convenient place to stop to eat and drink but not too often and no cars. Nice job. -jb, with a green 58 QB http://g7.smugmug.com/gallery/5313029_aT43h#328419525_cbyrs-XL-LB On Thu, Dec 4, 2008 at 11:45 AM, Elfardo <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:

[RBW] FS: New 650B Pacenti Quasi-moto's (2) 2.0 width

2008-12-04 Thread AJ
I have two sets, one needs to go. Brand new; $85 shipped, continental U.S. cheers, AJ --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@g

[RBW] Re: FS: Ibex wool Arlberg

2008-12-04 Thread PATRICK MOORE
Sorry, Eric, he took it. Thanks for your interest. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Century Report and an Introduction.

2008-12-04 Thread JoelMatthews
Nice report and nice bike. Is it fair to say you are somewhat taller than average ;) On Dec 4, 11:45 am, Elfardo <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Hello, > > An introduction is in order as I lurk more than join in the > conversation here. My name is Clif Wright and I've had my Quickbeam > for about t

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Century Report and an Introduction.

2008-12-04 Thread Angus
Cliff, You are THE MAN! 100 miles, on a gravel trail, on a single speed. I only did the same trail out and back...on a geared bike... http://www.flickr.com/photos/[EMAIL PROTECTED]/sets/72157607187614466/ It is great to hear about another Quickbeam rider in Texas! If you are ever near Tyler,

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Century Report and an Introduction.

2008-12-04 Thread George Schick
That's a nice trail you guys have down there. I noticed a sign in one of the photos saying "closed in wet weather." While this might be for concerns about safety, because of the many bridges, it is also a good policy for the trail surface itself. The limestone trails we have around the Chicago

[RBW] Re: WTB: Nitto Handlebar shim

2008-12-04 Thread David Estes
The secret: I have my wife help me. She pries open the stem while I hold the stem/shims in place. Yeah, that's the way we roll. On Thu, Dec 4, 2008 at 7:21 AM, Mojo <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > I used Riv's shim and put some nice scratches on the bar sleeve. How > do you install said sleeve

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Century Report and an Introduction.

2008-12-04 Thread David Estes
And be sure to check out his flickr pix, this guy is a pro! DE On Thu, Dec 4, 2008 at 9:45 AM, Elfardo <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Hello, > > An introduction is in order as I lurk more than join in the > conversation here. My name is Clif Wright and I've had my Quickbeam > for about three mon

[RBW] Re: Are all AHH's created equal for tire clearance?

2008-12-04 Thread Charles Pockell-Wilson
I have a Waterford AAH from early 07. It does have dimples. I currently run 32mm tires. There is clearance for 40. 42 might be a little tight. My rear spacing is set at 130mm. This would (I think) narrow the clearance slightly from the standard. Charles Pockell-Wilson Martinez, CA --~--~-

[RBW] Re: Are all AHH's created equal for tire clearance?

2008-12-04 Thread Charles Pockell-Wilson
That would be AHH :-) On Thu, Dec 4, 2008 at 8:02 PM, Charles Pockell-Wilson < [EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > I have a Waterford AAH from early 07. It does have dimples. I currently run > 32mm tires. There is clearance for 40. 42 might be a little tight. My rear > spacing is set at 130mm. This w

[RBW] headset availability

2008-12-04 Thread Aaron Thomas
Rivendell doesn't seem to be selling headsets anymore (or maybe they're just out of stock). Does anyone have any recommendations for classy, silver, non-garish, threaded 1" headsets? Maybe even one with some old skool Campy-style flavor, given that I'll be using it on an old Italian racing frame?

[RBW] Re: headset availability

2008-12-04 Thread Seth Vidal
On Thu, Dec 4, 2008 at 11:35 PM, Aaron Thomas <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Rivendell doesn't seem to be selling headsets anymore (or maybe > they're just out of stock). Does anyone have any recommendations for > classy, silver, non-garish, threaded 1" headsets? Maybe even one with > some old sko

[RBW] Re: Are all AHH's created equal for tire clearance?

2008-12-04 Thread Forrest
Thanks, Charles. My Waterford AHH has 135 rear spacing, but no dimples in the chainstays (not "dimples" exactly, I guess). Won't fit a 40mm tire (that measures 40mm). This may have to remain one of life's little mysteries. And it doesn't matter that much, because with the Schwalbe 35's I have on i

[RBW] Re: Pasela Actual Sizing

2008-12-04 Thread Hank Wirtz
On Dec 4, 8:49 am, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: > Quoting james black <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>: > > > > > On Thu, Dec 4, 2008 at 12:06 AM, Hank Wirtz <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > >> Three of the four wire-bead ones I've bought (two in 700x28, one in > >> 26x1.75) have blown off their rims. with the 700