I use a Spanninga SPXB http://www.peterwhitecycles.com/spanninga.asp
I also have a pair of cateyes, the T1000 mounted to the back of my
saddle bag and another on the back of the rack.
michael
On Jan 7, 11:01 pm, RoadieRyan wrote:
> After commuting home in the dark and rain this evening (Seattle
I use a Spanninga too...not very bright compared to the Planet Bike
Super Flash or the PDW Radbot 1000.
Angus
On Jan 7, 10:01 pm, RoadieRyan wrote:
> After commuting home in the dark and rain this evening (Seattle) it
> occurred to me that, even with a nice Princeton-tech swerve n the seat
> sta
Vilhjalmur Stefansson, the arctic explorer, pioneered and tested a
high meat, high fish, low carb diet, based on what he learned from the
Inuit. In 1930 he published a study in the Journal of the American
Medical Association describing how he and a colleague lived on a diet
of only meat for one ye
There is a fender mounted PDW light. It's smaller than the
Spanninga. Use it on my Fargo with plastic fenders. Went with the
Spanninga on my metal fendered bike. The PDW fender mount does have a
flashing mode. Not as bright as the Radbot 1000.
Neither is that bright of a light. Mostly use it
Double that AMEN! You were brought up right. I can't get away with
that on a long ride-I'll just end up seeing the food again later.
On Fri, Jan 7, 2011 at 7:24 PM, Montclair BobbyB
wrote:
> AMEN, BROTHER, I'm with you... Because life is too short to not enjoy
> food!!! (or drink sh**y beer, o
Look up the biography of Alexandra David Neal, who practised "tumo"
the Tibetan art of self-generating enough heat to survive without warm
clothing in Himalayan winters.
The Inuit ate largely meat and fish; the Masai, traditionally, milk
and blood; the Japanese largely polished rice with a little
But quite bright nonetheless! I have them on two bikes to complement
the PB Superflash blinkies.
On Sat, Jan 8, 2011 at 5:07 AM, Angus wrote:
> I use a Spanninga too...not very bright compared to the Planet Bike
> Super Flash or the PDW Radbot 1000.
>
> Angus
>
> On Jan 7, 10:01 pm, RoadieRyan w
On Jan 7, 9:04 pm, PATRICK MOORE wrote:
> I know this topic is grossly OT, but the idea that carbs, even refined
> carbs, are somehow "bad for you" is just egregiously absurd: tell it
> to the Chinese, Indians, Native Americans, Italians and other groups
> whose principal source of food is grains
Whereabouts in VT?
On Sat, Jan 8, 2011 at 10:16 AM, Patrick in VT wrote:
> On Jan 7, 9:04 pm, PATRICK MOORE wrote:
>> I know this topic is grossly OT, but the idea that carbs, even refined
>> carbs, are somehow "bad for you" is just egregiously absurd: tell it
>> to the Chinese, Indians, Native
We need to change the topic of this thread.
What do you think, Helmets, yes or no?
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On Jan 7, 9:04 pm, PATRICK MOORE wrote:
> I know this topic i
No we don't...
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We need to change the topic of this threa
Thanks for posting! I love the look of the Nitto's but can't bring
myself to spend that kind of money on a cage. However, you mention in
your review that Electra specifies a limit of 21oz bottles... And that
makes me worry. I can see that with the construction of these cages
(both Nitto and Electra
I had a number of Nitto's "Butterfly" cages which were broken by
large, ss bottles. I replaced them all (eventually) with King Iris
cages which are not quite as pretty but very much more sturdy.
On Sat, Jan 8, 2011 at 8:37 AM, Travis wrote:
> Thanks for posting! I love the look of the Nitto's but
Same issue here. I bought a Radbot 1000 hoping I could make it work
with a fender, but I haven't found an elegant solution so far. You
need access to a screw at the back of the light to change the
batteries - whereas on fender mounted models the screw is on the
front.
Patrick: when you say "But qu
I'm a fan of the early, early stuff that made me want to subscribe/
join.
--Living with a retired greyhound
--the reason our typewriters use the "QWERTY" system
--Why the Titanic sank (metal failure and fascinating discussion of
metallurgy in general)
--And, although I am a lousy poet and not terri
Re: RR27
It was actually a used XO-2 he picked up for $150.
Comments from the author (Grant?) riding the fully loaded bike.
"I rode it about 4 miles loaded up, as I escorted Brad to the
range country out of town, and let me tell you, that thing is
a handful even on smooth pavement. The front and
I was referring to the Spanninga that someone else mentioned. It's not
as bright as the PB SF, but, seen from a couple of hundred yards away
at night, it's quite visible and IMO is a worthy part of a package
including a bright flasher and reflective bits.
On Sat, Jan 8, 2011 at 8:59 AM, Travis wr
I loved the Andy Hampsten interview. It was relatively recent, RR 38
or 39 if I remember correctly. I also enjoyed the recent piece about
touring Alaska in the 70s, again the specific issue number escapes
me.
I've ordered the RRs on disc, it's a lot of fun looking through the
older issues.
--mike
I have a couple on my Sam Hillborne and love them. No problem so far and
they look pretty cool. This was my substitute for the Nitto's.
I'll post a pic later.
Bruce
On Sat, Jan 8, 2011 at 10:37 AM, Travis wrote:
> Thanks for posting! I love the look of the Nitto's but can't bring
> myself to s
"Eat food. Not too much. Mostly plants."--Michael Pollan
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Yes and NO! If the group you are riding with prefers helmets be worn wear
them. If it's your ride and you dont' want to don't. Just be civil. ...
I love the helmet wars... but think I would be better served to wear my
helmet on the golf course than the bike.
On Sat, Jan 8, 2011 at 9:33 AM, Br
Thanks guys for costing me 40 bucks on CD's to get all the readers... now my
wife has to eat McDonalds for dinner instead of Outback.
Hope you are proud of yourselfs now.
Kelly
On Sat, Jan 8, 2011 at 10:16 AM, Mike wrote:
> I loved the Andy Hampsten interview. It was relatively recent, RR 38
>
Go with the Mini. It's a great rack, and mine has carried well over 30 lbs
without a problem. In fact, the superiority of the Mini is a major reason to
get a cantilever bike, IMO.
I have no experience with the two-strut, so take my comments with a grain of
salt, but despite the double struts I
I had never heard of that "weight" restriction before on the Nitto
cages. I found mine on EBAY at reasonable prices. They are beautiful.
I only use those clear polypro bottles Riv sells and they are 18oz so
I'm ok.
~Mike~
On Jan 8, 8:21 am, Bruce Baker wrote:
> I have a couple on my Sam Hillb
I agree... it's all of the above. The bikes fit right, permit larger
tires, seem very balanced riding.
The lug work and attention to detail make the whole package perfect.
I'm not sure about that elf thing though. I thought it was artesians.
~Mike~
On Jan 7, 6:15 pm, PATRICK MOORE wrote:
> On
I mounted the Radbot 1000 on my fender. First I popped off the clip
and sanded down the back of the light to more closely match the curve
of the fender. Then I used a longer screw to attach the fender to the
light back. The same screw attaches the reflector to the back.
I think the light is located
I've sent an email in the past to planetbike asking them to consider making
a fender-mount version of the superflash. perhaps if others did the same,
they'd respond.
On Sat, Jan 8, 2011 at 9:13 AM, PATRICK MOORE wrote:
> But quite bright nonetheless! I have them on two bikes to complement
> the
I use a pair of Cateye lights which mount on the metal stay. Very easy to
mount. No concern with scratching the paint.
best,
JimP
> Date: Fri, 7 Jan 2011 20:01:43 -0800
> Subject: [RBW] Fender mounted battery powered taillight suggestions?
> From: ryansub...@gmail.com
> To: rbw-owners-bunch@go
Ryan,
See if you like the fenderbot :
http://www.ridepdw.com/goods/lights/fenderbot™
There's bound to be some awesome home brew solutions also. I'm
looking forward to seeing what inginuity abounds the Riv family.
Ami
On Jan 7, 11:01 pm, RoadieRyan wrote:
> After commuting home in the dark an
I got Radbot 1000s for my wife and son, then I saw the Portland Design
Works' "Fenderbot": http://www.flickr.com/photos/kaptainamerika/5218869330/
I need about 3 of them, or I need to figure out a fender mount for the
Radbot. The Radbot is extremely bright.
Philip
Philip Williamson
www.biketink
The Riv Readers have so many interesting articles that I can't choose.
From the perspective of a bicycler with bicycling priorities the
Readers on CD are some of the most interesting reading
I've encountered in some time. I'm fond of the span of Grant's
interests and the quality of his writ
+1
and they are good looking too.
Oh, and the have real head badges.
-JimD
On Jan 7, 2011, at 6:15 PM Jan 7, 2011, PATRICK MOORE wrote:
On Fri, Jan 7, 2011 at 1:06 PM, Kelly Sleeper
wrote:
My question is what makes the Rivendell Bike Different.
Incontrovertibly and incontestably not
Rivendell bicycles are special for many reasons. Grant is Not a frame maker. He
is a designer. Over many years of trial and error maybe even with a bit of luck
or, better yet, magic, he came upon a design that really works and works
wonderfully. Then, he searched to find the best frame makers t
I think it is brilliant. Those people who can shop at the mall for
clothing have no idea the weird issues the very tall face. Rivendel is
such a tall friendly company that I think there are probably a
freakishly disproportionate number of us here.
Has anyone tall tried the bike poncho? I'm worried
My question is, put delicately, how many, if any. like the Berthoud because it
is French, and, how many dislike it because it is French. Anyone?
JimP
> Date: Fri, 7 Jan 2011 10:10:11 -0800
> Subject: [RBW] Re: Saddle comparison - Brooks B17 vs. Berthoud Touring
> From: leec...@gmail.com
> To:
I've been really liking my Marathon Supreme 42-622s (measure about
37.5), but they're too big too fit inside of my fenders. Currently,
I'm using GB Cypres that measure almost 32, but I'm hoping to shoehorn
an in-between size tire in.
What do people think of Racers vs. Kojak's vs. Supremes?
The Ra
I have good friends who have lost a ton of weight switching to a Paleo
diet... or switching to a Vegan diet. Both of those groups of eaters
seem to get underweight, in my opinion.
I agree with Patrick (and Patrick) that the real culprit is over-
processed industrialized food. Any diet (with a smal
I need a pair of skewers for my next build - using Phil/Riv hubs.
Looking for a nice clean design, and no plastic. Anyone have
experience with Pitlock?
Marty
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My wife is 6' and has a pbh of 90.5, I am 6'5" and my pbh is 97.5. Early in
2003 we both ordered Rivendell's. When Grant sent to design sheets to us he
included a note to me saying the bike he had designed for me was nearly
identical to a 68cm Rambouillet and if I wanted to switch my order my
depos
The answer is not so much about any specific bike material decision.
The answer is their attention to detail.
Lots of companies care about details, but Rivendell cares about details that
serve a wider range of cycling interests.
(Do I owe Lance Armstrong money now?)
On Jan 8, 2011, at 9:43
I liked that typographer article. I think the most memorable article
was the one where the author's brakes failed descending a mountain
pass. I get visual flashbacks of it sometimes.
Philip
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On Jan 7, 6:42 pm, "colin p. cummings"
wrote:
> To all who read th
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on 1/7/11 12:06 PM, Kelly Sleeper at tkslee...@gmail.com wrote:
(great questions which ended with...)
> What makes the Rivendell Different.. how does one explain that difference to
> those that just see a steel antique looking bke?
I think there have been a couple of handling or "discussion of tra
Cool, KP! But I assume you need to remove the rear wheel to remove the
batteries?
I was thinking of mounting the clip on the back of the Radbot 1000
sideways and then somehow installing the QR mount on the fender.
Though, now that I'm looking at it, I'm not sure of I can remove and
reorient the cl
Not to hijack this thread, but how do the VO's in stainless steel
compare to the Nittos in cro-mo in design and quality? They seem
pretty similar in photos and VOs are half to two-thirds the price.
-Mike
On Jan 8, 12:09 pm, Earl Grey wrote:
> Go with the Mini. It's a great rack, and mine has car
Pretty cool:
http://somafab.blogspot.com/2010/12/lauterwasser-handlebars-launched.html
I've noticed these bars on vintage/antique bikes and have always
thought they looked great and might be highly functional for touring
and city use. Though, I wish they had published full specs. It's hard
to cons
I'll second this request. Do the vo racks line up with the rvindell
braze ons?
And is the main diff between the nitto mini front and the marks rack
the way the stays attach?
On Jan 8, 2:17 pm, MikeC wrote:
> Not to hijack this thread, but how do the VO's in stainless steel
> compare to the Nit
I had several Ideale 90A (?) saddles back in the 1980s. Had
them mounted on a Merz custom tourer and a Santana tandem.
Sadly, my best buddy and neighbor did not care for the Ideale
and placed his Brooks on the stoker's seat post.
Loved the saddle, but the break-in to break-down period was
much to
Hey Rene. I just got mine in. Here's a brief visual comparison of the
saddle vis-a-vis a B-17 Champion Special:
http://tinyurl.com/23eyb8o
I've been slowly accumulating parts to upgrade my distance bike. The
Aspin will replace a Selle An-Atomica, which will go to my saddle-less
camping/utility bi
...and may I please forward the 1st suggestion for a new 65cm+ model
range? The Tall-One? Maybe with a foamy beer on the headbadge?
RBW could have a separate range of bikes under Redwood, sort of like
the Toyota/Lexus thing.
Can you tell it snowed here las night?
On Fri, Jan 7, 2011 at 3:14 PM
on 1/8/11 11:25 AM, Minh at mgiangs...@gmail.com wrote:
> And is the main diff between the nitto mini front and the marks rack
> the way the stays attach?
I have both. The platforms are identical. Somewhere in my flickr stream are
photos of each one.
- Jim
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on 1/8/11 11:17 AM, MikeC at mecinib...@sbcglobal.net wrote:
> Not to hijack this thread, but how do the VO's in stainless steel
> compare to the Nittos in cro-mo in design and quality? They seem
> pretty similar in photos and VOs are half to two-thirds the price.
I would pretty much trust my lif
on 1/8/11 11:27 AM, robert zeidler at zeidler.rob...@gmail.com wrote:
> ...and may I please forward the 1st suggestion for a new 65cm+ model
> range? The Tall-One? Maybe with a foamy beer on the headbadge?
>
> RBW could have a separate range of bikes under Redwood, sort of like
> the Toyota/Lex
on 1/8/11 10:28 AM, Philip Williamson at philip.william...@gmail.com wrote:
> Stayed out of it as long as I could,
Word.
Yep. General "Diet" threads are OT. OT threads within the confines of this
group are, well... "OT".
Of course, GP keeps mucking up the waters by posting about it and bring
The VO skewers look like they might be decent. Classic design,
anyway, not an internal cam.
On Jan 8, 10:32 am, Marty wrote:
> I need a pair of skewers for my next build - using Phil/Riv hubs.
> Looking for a nice clean design, and no plastic. Anyone have
> experience with Pitlock?
>
> Marty
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on 1/6/11 9:40 PM, Rene Sterental at orthie...@gmail.com wrote:
Can anyone provide how the Berthoud Touring Saddles would compare to a B17
saddle? I own B17 saddles but have never ridden a Berthoud one.
I have found that for me, the B17 is a bit too wide. I ordered a Brooks
Swift through Rivende
I run two of the Soma Bullets and really like them.
http://store.somafab.com/sosiburesafl.html
I use them in conjunction with a planet bike super flash - three
lights are better than one :)
On Jan 8, 2:12 pm, Travis wrote:
> Cool, KP! But I assume you need to remove the rear wheel to remove the
On Jan 8, 10:22 am, Larry Schellhase wrote:
...
> I am truly grateful to Grant and Rivendell for including tall frames in
> their off the shelf inventory. It is truly rare to be able to buy a frame of
> this size without getting it custom made. I believe the tall frames happened
> at Rivendell
+1 on the descent without brakes article. If I recall, it was a reprint from
a 1970s issue of Bicycling?
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I own both Pitlock and VO skewers. There is no comparison of course. I
don't know why, but the VO skewers have sort of a knurled surface on
the outside, so it looks like they could be opened with a good set of
pliers. Also, keys for those hex-pin bolts can be had at most hardware
stores. I'd say th
Well said Jim.
I wish I could find the thing I read from Douglas Brooks where he
talks about 'resolved' and 'resourcefull' bikes.
A Hampsten Tournesol Rando bike is an example of a resolved bike.
Everything is optimized for the function of long distance/unsupported
riding.
A Rivendell (pic
Good topic idea!
My first thought was the article about the guy who lived off wild figs and
living wine, while following the road on the bike, until the season was
over.
On Fri, Jan 7, 2011 at 8:29 PM, rob markwardt wrote:
> One of my favorites (in # 27) was about the twins who toured from
> A
I agree with it all, what a great bike to make into what you want.
The one thing I find quite amazing-this is an observation, not a
critique-is, especially on Cyclofiend, the amazing amounts of stuff
that people hang on their bikes. It's like farkle city!
On Sat, Jan 8, 2011 at 3:54 PM, JimD wro
Okay, this is heresy, but I have a hard time seeing a quick release
skewer as having any value except to racers with numb fingers at the
top of a mountain. If I lose 30 seconds every time I flat, I'll live
with that. The allen wrench I keep in my tool kit is a simpler and
lighter way to tighten a s
I was not impressed with a VO rack I installed on a customer's bicycle. The
welds were ugly, everything was out of alignment, the finish was not
anywhere near that of a Nitto, and the piece that attaches to the fork crown
was flimsy and sure to fail eventually. I'm sure it would perform just fine
f
There have been many, many great articles over the years about various
facets of bicycle riding - from truly ergonomic positioning to saddle,
bar, and pedal choices and the advantages of each - that I enjoyed.
And, of course, the technical how-to stuff was always welcomed. But
my favorite would ha
I think the version of low-carb diet that is Paleo is "Rivendell related"
during this season when so many cyclists have to deal with ride deprivation.
I think the group here can handle the reality that there is no disputing
individual differences, including real medical needs, but have an open mind
Sorry admin hat, I missed your advice to cease and desist: I often write a
little in between other tasks and then hit send. That's email for you.
On Sat, Jan 8, 2011 at 2:13 PM, Bill Gibson wrote:
> I think the version of low-carb diet that is Paleo is "Rivendell related"
> during this season wh
I'm only 6' but I think my 94cm PBH qualifies me as 'tall'
64cm Rambouillet
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I use Pitlocks on my bike with hollow axle hubs. They are good
looking, well made and fairly easy to remove, provided you remember to
bring your coded pit socket.
Not sure if PJW sells them, but Urban Bike Tech in Canada sells nice
caps for the pit side so you can have a really clean look.
On Ja
Here's way you were reading from Douglas Brooks on Resolved vs
Resourceful bikes:
http://search.bikelist.org/?SearchString=resolved&msgfrom=d...@mail.rochester.edu&SortBy=MsgDate[d]
Courtesy of the bikelist.org archives...
Jim Cloud
Tucson, AZ
On Jan 8, 1:54 pm, JimD wrote:
> Well said Jim.
> I
I have the Nitto Mini (which I love)... It looks awesome, has
beautiful welds and finish, and it's STRONG... Nicest front rack I've
ever owned. I think this is THE rack to get if it fits your setup,
and you're planning to stick with the same bike. If you plan to
switch it to different bikes (or p
Still playing around with iMovie and my new camera ...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F6-MIPBosEg
Ride was steel/leather/wool-equipped (including a canvas Baggins bag).
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Jim -- thanks for your work in maintaining this list, and for your
flexibility. No more from *me* on food -- for a while.
Patrick Moore, who just grunted and groaned his heavy '73 Gr Record
Motobecane grocery bike up a 3 mile climb, back down again, and up
another 1 mile climb, in a single, 67" fi
Rene,
B17s work very well for me. I first bought one from early Rivendell
back in 1995 for my Robin Hood 3speed
http://www.flickr.com/photos/79695...@n00/3993215438/in/set-72157607471577085/
After a few years, I realized it was the most comfortable saddle I had
ridden, and bought another for my ro
Shimano skewers are nearly impossible to beat mechanically. Any
internal cam wins over external. http://www.sheldonbrown.com/skewers.html
On Jan 8, 11:32 am, Marty wrote:
> I need a pair of skewers for my next build - using Phil/Riv hubs.
> Looking for a nice clean design, and no plastic. Anyone
> My question is, put delicately, how many, if any. like the Berthoud because
> it is French, and, how many dislike it because it is French. Anyone?
>
> JimP
Jim:
Berthoud is definitely a company very much in the French tradition -
small, family run, not necessarily concerned about being the big
A cover might get me to use Pitlock again. Have two sets. Ran them
on both my Hillborne and my LHT. On the latter, which is my winter
bike, the Pitlock started to seize. Had a devil of a time removing
the wheel one time. There was no obvious rust in the system.
That pretty much scared me off
On Sat, Jan 8, 2011 at 6:05 PM, EricP wrote:
>
>
> Have also used the Zefal QR (that Riv used to sell). Those had a
> different problem. If I cranked the cam down tight, the pin wouldn't
> always dislodge. Scared me nigh on half to death one time trying to
> fix a flat. That was also in winter
Have not used the Berthoud but my fears about it are two-fold. Would
the frame handle my weight (220 to 230)? At least metal is known to
be able to handle that girth and not fail.
Also, how would it handle a Minnesota winter? Althought am not sure
it would be the saddle that would end up on my
I use VO skewers on my commuter. Truth is, you are only relying on the
skewer to thwart opportunistic thiefs.
If you have a $1500 wheelset that a pro wants, he'll get it. Pitlock
or not. It probably just as easy for them to take the whole bike.
I have QR skewers in my Sam because I often put it in
Yes it would... :-)
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On Jan 7, 2011, at 4:10 PM, Montclair BobbyB wrote:
> Rene:
>
> If the Berthoud works out, COULD this mean you may have a veritable
> arsenal of B17s available for sale??? (tee hee hee)
>
> Bobby "I've already bought a B17 from Rene" Birmingham
>
> On
I'm also one of the apparent minority who tried a Berthoud, and found
it uncomfortable, even on reasonably short rides--25 miles. The
material and build quality is amazing and I was disappointed that the
comfort didn't match all the other exceptional qualities of this
saddle.
I have B-17's in var
regarding b17 vs. berthoud touring...
are the rails longer on the berthoud...or just as short as on the b17?
On Sat, Jan 8, 2011 at 5:46 PM, JoelMatthews wrote:
> > My question is, put delicately, how many, if any. like the Berthoud
> because it is French, and, how many dislike it because it
I've been eyeballing low rider front racks.
For the first couple of years Rivendell sold the Nitto Campee with the
bolt on low riders, and had a simple low rider only with hoop in
development (Reader 15, page 13) but at some point decided to eschew
the low and go high. I wonder what made them see
On Jan 8, 1:12 pm, George Schick wrote:
> ...But my favorite would have to be a tie between the one about Lon Haldeman
> & RAAM and the one about Freddy Hoffman.
Haldeman's explanation of "used motor oil" on saddles comes right up
after all those years! He was misquoted, of course.
The typograph
Right - to change the batteries, I'll have to remove the wheel. I think
that's acceptable, especially when you have to stop and get out a
screwdriver anyways. I've only had it mounted on there for a week, but i
think it's the best possible spot for a tail light when using a saddlebag.
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You are correct.
René
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On Jan 7, 2011, at 8:51 AM, Patrick in VT wrote:
> On Jan 6, 8:12 pm, Rene Sterental wrote:
>
>> The short answer is that carbs create and trigger addiction responses, just
>> like nicotine, alcohol and other drugs. When you are hooked, you crave th
I just bought a Selle An-Atomica LD Clydesdale saddle, mainly because
it was on sale for $133 and I'm intrigued by the design and that it's
MUSA. I'm wondering if I may have made a mistake by choosing this
saddle over the Berthoud, which I considered but deemed not worthy of
the higher cost.
I've
I composed almost all of this before I saw you were planning on
going south, but go back and read the last paragraph and the parts
about the wind. I figure people would enjoy the link to the bob ride
a few years back too.
If you get north of Albuquerque, you get really high really quick, I
live
Also, an issue in my saddle selection is fore-aft adjustment. I wanted
to try the Selle An-Atomica because it seems it can mounted much
further back than a B.17, which I need on the bike it is for that has
a too-short top tube. I would rather have the problem solved by a
saddle than another $150 lu
Whatta deal! Someone taller than me buy this! http://tinyurl.com/36k359h
Ryan
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whaddya suppose the standover on that one is.. ? :)
On Jan 8, 2011, at 9:08 PM, rcnute wrote:
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Mike,
The S-A can indeed be mounted pretty far back, but the mfg warns
against it:
"Bent Frame Wire - A small number of saddles have been replaced in the
past two years due to frame wire bending during a ride. These first
happened exclusively with mountain bike riders doing extreme riding.
The ma
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