[RBW] Bombadil on the Trail

2011-07-25 Thread Marty
Had a chance to ride the Red Cedar Trail in Wisconsin this weekend between storms. Hot day, nice trail, great bike. http://www.flickr.com/photos/32306142@N07/5971411349/in/photostream Still having some issues with posts not showing up using the new format. (I'm on a Mac using Safari) I'll give

[RBW] Re: Bombadil on the Trail

2011-07-25 Thread Pondero
Fantastic, Marty, it looks like a great outing. I confess, however, that I was secretly hoping to see that spotless Bomb a little muddy. -- 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: Bombadil on the Trail

2011-07-25 Thread Marty
Well, I tried to hit all the standing water and soupy sections along the way, but that silver paint just shrugs it off! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/m

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Riders Brooks Saddle....?

2011-07-25 Thread SteveF
Nitto as well... On Jul 22, 9:40 pm, Roger wrote: > The story I'd like to hear is to what degree Rivendell propped up Brooks in > the late '90s. Sure, Harris and Wallingford sold some, but to my memory, > Riv's tireless advocacy largely resurrected the US market for Brooks after it > had almos

[RBW] Looks like that 2TT thing's catching on in a BIG way!

2011-07-25 Thread Bill Carter
http://www.whotv.com/sports/ragbrai/ But who's going to ride this thing? -- 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 this group, send email to r

[RBW] Re: FS: Nigel Smythe Tweed Country Bag

2011-07-25 Thread Curtis Schmitt
Payment pending... On Sun, Jul 24, 2011 at 9:15 PM, Curtis Schmitt wrote: > Great Condition. Discontinued Green Tweed. $89 Shipped -- 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@google

[RBW] Re: FS: Nigel Smythe Tweed Country Bag

2011-07-25 Thread Curtis Schmitt
Sold. Thank you all for your interest. On Mon, Jul 25, 2011 at 9:58 AM, Curtis Schmitt wrote: > Payment pending... > > On Sun, Jul 24, 2011 at 9:15 PM, Curtis Schmitt > wrote: >> Great Condition. Discontinued Green Tweed. $89 Shipped -- You received this message because you are subscribed to t

[RBW] Re: Headset Issue

2011-07-25 Thread George Schick
The OP's issue is exactly why I bought a lot of my own bike tools decades ago. Seems like the LBS's have gotten worse over the years, too, and I notice that many of them now employ part time kids. Can't necessarily fault 'em for that; I realize they don't make a lot of money. But if there are ju

[RBW] Re: Headset Issue

2011-07-25 Thread Darin G.
This bike has been to two shops this month--the first one didn't even consider the headset (it was loose when they returned it) and failed to properly tune the drivetrain while charging me north of $100 for their "recommended" deluxe tune-up. Not happy. At the second shop where I bought the bike

Re: [RBW] Re: Headset Issue

2011-07-25 Thread Seth Vidal
On Mon, Jul 25, 2011 at 11:38 AM, Darin G. wrote: > This bike has been to two shops this month--the first one didn't even > consider the headset (it was loose when they returned it) and failed > to properly tune the drivetrain while charging me north of $100 for > their "recommended" deluxe tune-u

[RBW] Favorite Tools

2011-07-25 Thread Marty
Darrin's headset post got me thinking about the tools I've collected over the years, and the ones I could not do without. Here are my "don't scrimp on these" favorites by far: Campagnolo "big three" wrench set - Headest/Bottom Bracket/Pedal (30+ years old and and have done hundreds of overhauls

[RBW] Re: Favorite Tools

2011-07-25 Thread Marty
Sorry, Darin = one "r" And BTW - my favorite grease has to be Campagnolo - the creamy cream-colored good-smelling stuff. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/

Re: [RBW] Re: Headset Issue

2011-07-25 Thread newenglandbike
Dunno if yours is a Tange or Shimano with the cages, but to prevent a notchy feeling in the headset some folks recommend removing the ball bearings from the bottom cage, adding enough to fill the void (save one or two), and re-installing the headset with the lower bearings 'loose' between the r

[RBW] Re: Looks like that 2TT thing's catching on in a BIG way!

2011-07-25 Thread William
Well, the tt is level and it has the proper fist full of seatpost showing. Many will approve non those grounds alone. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/m

[RBW] Re: Favorite Tools

2011-07-25 Thread Brewster Fong
Marty wrote: If you gotta have Campy grease: http://www.cycleclubsports.com/p-11288-campagnolo-professional-grease-100ml.aspx As for tools, if you have Campy or Shimano hubs or any other with ball bearing and cup & cone, then you must get Campy cone wrenches: http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_I

[RBW] Recommendations for summer-weight wool?

2011-07-25 Thread Brian
Hello all, I am looking to make the switch to wool. Looking for light-weight, traditional shorts and jerseys. Would prefer the shorts to have thin/ light padding. Have to be available is smallish sizes. Thanks for the help. Brian -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Go

[RBW] FS: Riv-ish Schwinn touring/cross bike and other bike touring parts

2011-07-25 Thread Rob H.
I am selling my Schwinn Crosspoint, built up with many new and a few used parts that I purchased from Rivendell: http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/bik/2512380272.html I am also selling a few other things: two Panaracer Col de la Vie 650 x 38B tires. barely used, $40/pair Phil Wood 68 x 113 bottom

[RBW] FS: Riv-ish Schwinn touring/cross bike and other bike touring parts

2011-07-25 Thread Rob H.
I am selling my Schwinn Crosspoint, built up with many new and a few used parts that I purchased from Rivendell: http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/bik/2512380272.html I am also selling a few other things: two Panaracer Col de la Vie 650 x 38B tires. barely used, $40/pair Phil Wood 68 x 113 English

[RBW] Re: Recommendations for summer-weight wool?

2011-07-25 Thread Zack
I love my ibex stuff. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/7FLERssLMdcJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegr

[RBW] Re: Headset Issue

2011-07-25 Thread Phil Bickford
Hi Daren - Getting the tools for the job sounds like a step in the right direction. I'd write off that first shop. The second shop, however should have done the test ride themselves before they allowed you to take it home. Doing an adjustment like this yourself is a good start in self reliance.

[RBW] Bombadil on the Trail

2011-07-25 Thread Marty
Dodged a few thunderstorms yesterday and took the Bombadil to the Red Cedar Trail in East-central Wisconsin. Plenty of dappled shade made the heat bearable. Nice trail, and very little activity. Bombadil is working perfectly, although I'm in still making minor adjustments. Not too worried about

[RBW] Re: Marty's Bombadil

2011-07-25 Thread Marty
Took the Bombadil to Wisconsin over the weekend, and dodged the thunderstorms long enough for a ride along the Red Cedar Trail. The trail follows the Red Cedar river. The bike is flawless. *http://tinyurl.com/3bw7waq* * * Marty -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Go

[RBW] OT Kinda: Bikes for kids pledge drive

2011-07-25 Thread Joe Bartoe
Hi Everyone, I have been partnering up with a few people to figure out a way to get 100 bikes and helmets for the "Christmas at the Club" event that is held every December at the Santa Ana Boys and Girls Club. Over the past few years, the number of bikes that have been given away each year has

[RBW] FS: Bicycle Quarterly Back Issues

2011-07-25 Thread Johnny Alien
I have the following issues: Vol 3, Num 4 Vol 5, Num 2 and 4 Vol 6, Num 2 and 3 Summer and Autumn 2008 BQ offers back issues for $30 for 4. I will do all of these together for $45 shipped in the US. OR I will trade for Rivendell Readers. Anything issue 30 or older. (I also need issue 37) -

[RBW] Re: Headset Issue

2011-07-25 Thread Darin G.
So, dealt with three shops this a.m. Called the shop where I took the bike the first time and they didn't have the tools for sale but offered to order them. Called a second shop and they said they had the tools but when I got there they didn't have them and when I complained the manager said he m

[RBW] Re: FS: Bicycle Quarterly Back Issues

2011-07-25 Thread Johnny Alien
Gone. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/gPK6eWCOo7kJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsub

[RBW] Re: FS: $99 Shipped: Brooks Team Pro (Swift) Black/Copper/Chrome

2011-07-25 Thread Curtis Schmitt
SOLD. Thanks. On Sun, Jul 24, 2011 at 4:40 PM, Curtis Schmitt wrote: > Will ship out tomorrow via FedEx - $99 via PayPal > > Good Condition Brooks Team Pro in Black Leather w/ Hammered Copper > Rivets and Chrome Rails > •Thickest leather of any Brooks model > •Hand-pounded rivets and chamfered si

[RBW] Hunqapillar or Hillborne

2011-07-25 Thread Joe Bernard
Being the shallow "I'll take the pretty one" bike buyer that I am, I was leaning towards getting a Hunqapillar because I love the grey/kidney-bean scheme, then Grant had the *audacity* to introduce a gorgeous new green on the Sam. Now I'm relegated to deciding based on that pesky "function" cri

Re: [RBW] Hunqapillar or Hillborne

2011-07-25 Thread Seth Vidal
On Mon, Jul 25, 2011 at 5:08 PM, Joe Bernard wrote: > Being the shallow "I'll take the pretty one" bike buyer that I am, I was > leaning towards getting a Hunqapillar because I love the grey/kidney-bean > scheme, then Grant had the audacity to introduce a gorgeous new green on the > Sam. Now I'm r

Re: [RBW] Hunqapillar or Hillborne

2011-07-25 Thread Jim Mather
Have you ridden both? If not, get thee to RBW and try them. I have ridden both, and I'd get a Hunq. jim m wc ca On Mon, Jul 25, 2011 at 2:08 PM, Joe Bernard wrote: > Being the shallow "I'll take the pretty one" bike buyer that I am, I was > leaning towards getting a Hunqapillar because I love

Re: [RBW] Hunqapillar or Hillborne

2011-07-25 Thread Steve Palincsar
On Mon, 2011-07-25 at 14:23 -0700, Jim Mather wrote: > Have you ridden both? If not, get thee to RBW and try them. > > I have ridden both, and I'd get a Hunq. What would be the deciding factor leaning you towards it rather than the Sam? The fireroad capability? > > jim m > wc ca > > > > O

[RBW] Re: Headset Issue

2011-07-25 Thread newenglandbike
Darin, glad to hear you got it sorted out... I lol'd at the part where you left the shop in disgust, but not before letting your child climb on their water bottle display :D Anyway sounds like you found a pretty good shop in the process. As far as the ball-bearing cages, my understanding is t

Re: [RBW] Hunqapillar or Hillborne

2011-07-25 Thread Jim Mather
I really enjoy the Hunq's ride and that it fits much wider tires than the Sam. The Hunq is my idea of a bike for the Continental Divide Trail. Also, the Sam overlaps too much with bikes I already have. jim m wc ca On Mon, Jul 25, 2011 at 2:32 PM, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > What would be the deci

[RBW] Re: Hunqapillar or Hillborne

2011-07-25 Thread newenglandbike
Both are made for everything up to and including fully-loaded touring, so you could go either way.Definitely do a test ride if you can though. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit htt

[RBW] Re: Hunqapillar or Hillborne

2011-07-25 Thread Garth
The Hunqapillar !Have you ridden wider tires? Once I got a Bombadil . my desire to ride even 35mm tires on my road bike has gone by the wayside... and don't even ride it these days. Now I want another Riv Hunqapillar or Sam I thought for about a day! Hunqapillar was an easy

Re: [RBW] Hunqapillar or Hillborne

2011-07-25 Thread Thomas Lynn Skean
Surely either bike has *plenty* of ability to spare for the tasks you describe. That is, I commute daily on a Hillborne, primarily on trail, 10 miles each way. with a 260lb minimum payload (rider+cargo), for over 4,000 miles so far. The Hillborne feels sturdy and stable in this role. I've had 3

Re: [RBW] Hunqapillar or Hillborne

2011-07-25 Thread Joe Bernard
It was *quite* helpful, actually. I hadn't considered the BB height/chainstay differences. I prefer the more "roadish" Hillborne spec. Hmm.. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://

Re: [RBW] Favorite Tools

2011-07-25 Thread Tim McNamara
My favorite tool is my old Campagnolo T wrench (6 mm Allen with 8 mm socket). With that and a 5 mm Allen wrench you could do everything to a Nuovo Record group except overhaul the hubs, headset and BB. On Jul 25, 2011, at 11:18 AM, Marty wrote: > Darrin's headset post got me thinking about the

[RBW] Re: Recommendations for summer-weight wool?

2011-07-25 Thread Esteban
Woolistic lightweight ss jersey works well. Smartwool and Icebreaker t-shirts are tough to beat in the heat... but they're just t-shirts in the best sense. Esteban San Diego, Calif. On Jul 25, 11:25 am, Zack wrote: > I love my ibex stuff.   -- You received this message because you are subscri

[RBW] Re: Favorite Tools

2011-07-25 Thread Jim Cloud
I have pretty much all of the Campagnolo Record era type tools that would be useful for a home mechanic with a Campy Nuovo Record equipped bike (not including the tools to tap a bottom bracket, etc.). My favorite Campy tool is, like you, the Campy "T" tool. Unfortunately, my Campy saddle spanner

[RBW] 650b Rim Woes

2011-07-25 Thread Larry Powers
I have had bad luck with two sets 650b rims, CR18's and ZAC-19's. Both are oversized and unusable. The CR18's are my go to rims for commuting and touring since they are a sturdy, functional rim and a reasonable price. I need to find a set of rims for my wife's Bleriot and I have been unable

[RBW] Re: Hunqapillar or Hillborne

2011-07-25 Thread William
Small Hunqa's run 26" wheels, while small Sam's run 650B. I'd think that would drive many folks' decision one way or the other. I'm a fan of 650B, but it will be easier to get 4 or 5 really cool different sets of tires to run on your Hunqa to give it a wide range of personalities. -- You r

Re: [RBW] 650b Rim Woes

2011-07-25 Thread cyclotourist
Velocity Dyads. Love 'em! On Mon, Jul 25, 2011 at 4:58 PM, Larry Powers wrote: > I have had bad luck with two sets 650b rims, CR18's and ZAC-19's. Both > are oversized and unusable. The CR18's are my go to rims for commuting and > touring since they are a sturdy, functional rim and a reasonab

[RBW] Re: Hunqapillar or Hillborne

2011-07-25 Thread Joe Bernard
Yep, that's a tough one for me. I prefer 26-inch wheels, and have a nice set ready to transfer from my CB-Zip to the Hunqapillar (sorry, I can't bring myself to say "Hunqa". Reminds me of an Elvis song). -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners B

Re: [RBW] Re: Headset Issue

2011-07-25 Thread cyclotourist
It is really hard to find a competent LBS... :-( On Mon, Jul 25, 2011 at 1:12 PM, Darin G. wrote: > So, dealt with three shops this a.m. Called the shop where I took the > bike the first time and they didn't have the tools for sale but > offered to order them. Called a second shop and they sai

[RBW] Re: Hunqapillar or Hillborne

2011-07-25 Thread Scotty
Personally, I think the Hunqapillar may just be the prettiest thing on 2 wheels. I just love the looks of that bike. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg

Re: [RBW] Re: Favorite Tools

2011-07-25 Thread cyclotourist
I have the Campy 5mm wrench which was possibly my first purchase from Rivendell 18 years ago. Have been using it near weekly and works perfectly. Hard to beat! On Mon, Jul 25, 2011 at 4:25 PM, Jim Cloud wrote: > I have pretty much all of the Campagnolo Record era type tools that > would be use

[RBW] Re: Hunqapillar or Hillborne

2011-07-25 Thread William
Double check to make sure your CB-Zip rear wheel is 135mm or plan on spacing it out. You don't want to be forcing a 130mm rear wheel into a nice new Rivendell. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on t

[RBW] Have you seen the Grand Bois stem/decaleur

2011-07-25 Thread William
Really tempting eye candy. Made by Nitto just for Grand Bois. That would look great on a nice clean randoneuse. http://www.compasscycle.com/Stems.html -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web

[RBW] Re: Recommendations for summer-weight wool?

2011-07-25 Thread EricP
The wool shirts on Rivendell's website under "specials" are good. Been wearing mine in temps to the mid-80's. Otherwise, the Smartwool and Icebreaker stuff is pretty lightweight. The larger sizes fit me well. No idea on shorts, though. I end up with MUSA shorts with REI pads underneath. Eric P

[RBW] Re: Hunqapillar or Hillborne

2011-07-25 Thread Joe Bernard
It's a 135 8-speed, not the original CB-Zip wheel. I believe the Sam and Hunqapillar are both 135, but I'll double check. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d

Re: [RBW] Re: Headset Issue

2011-07-25 Thread Joe Bernard
Most shop kids have never seen a threaded headset. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/HMIrBMqQXBUJ. To post to this group, send email

[RBW] Re: Hunqapillar or Hillborne

2011-07-25 Thread William
Yes, they both are 135mm. You are good to go! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/7iScHF8eWoYJ. To post to this group, send email to

[RBW] Re: Have you seen the Grand Bois stem/decaleur

2011-07-25 Thread Michael_S
.. these items are certainly beautiful. I'm not sure I want to pay $365 for the set. Are there any other decaleurs out there besides VO or Berthoud? I just got a nice bag from Loyal Designs and I am leaning toward the Berthoud at the moment. ~mike -- You received this message because y

[RBW] Re: Favorite Tools

2011-07-25 Thread EricP
Only Campy item at my place is a 15mm, aka peanut butter wrench. It's nice, but unless (until?) I buy a SimpleOne and the budge wheels, probably won't have much use for it. Probably my favorite tools are a set of Bondhus allen wrenches. They sit out on my bench get used weekly, or more if tinker

[RBW] Re: Recommendations for summer-weight wool?

2011-07-25 Thread Michael_S
I 2nd the Ibex input, especially the Indie model. I find them lighter weight and cooler in warm weather than the Woolistic models myself. ~mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit http

[RBW] Re: Saddle Sack Medium w/ Nitto Big Back Rack

2011-07-25 Thread Mike
Hey Darin, I was gone for a few days. The bag is a medium. It does work fine without a support. If you stand up to pedal it sways back and forth a bit. It might be worth getting the large if you're gonna use it with a rack. --mike On Jul 23, 9:47 am, "Darin G." wrote: > Mike, helpful photo.  Is

[RBW] 3 days in and around the Mt Hood NF

2011-07-25 Thread Mike
Got in a few hours ago from 3 days of solo bike camping. Sat and Sun were gorgeous days that included many miles on beautiful and perfect Forest Service Roads. Sun was exceptionally hot and I felt at one point I was on the verge of heat exhaustion. Fortunately as shady and beautiful spot on the sid

[RBW] Re: 650b Rim Woes

2011-07-25 Thread Justin August
I just got a whilst built on the VOs. Look great and Hetres mounted perfectly. I'd go for it. On Jul 25, 7:58 pm, Larry Powers wrote: > I have had bad luck with two sets 650b rims, CR18's and ZAC-19's.  Both are > oversized and unusable.  The CR18's are my go to rims for commuting and > touring

[RBW] Re: Hunqapillar or Hillborne

2011-07-25 Thread charlie
Making a 130 fit into 135 is no biggie..aside from that at 170 pounds I think a Hillborne would be fine if you are primarily a road rider.if a dirt dabbler the Hunqua would be my choice as a better all rounder but then I am finally now at a mere 258 and dropping. Any of the Rive bikes can b

[RBW] Re: Favorite Tools

2011-07-25 Thread charlie
You'd want a stubby 15mm box end ratchet/ open end combo wrench then for your SO I purchased one and its really handy for changing gears without rounding the axle nuts. Its about 5 inches long and perfect for the purpose. This is my favorite tool for now but I admit to liking my Y shaped 8,9,10 soc

Re: [RBW] 650b Rim Woes

2011-07-25 Thread Thomas Nezovich
I will second that the VO Diagonale 650b rims look good and are nicely priced at $50 each. I just built a pair of wheels with these rims today and they went together very nicely. And they are shiny. On Jul 25, 2011, at 7:58 PM, Larry Powers wrote: > I have had bad luck with two sets 650b rims,

[RBW] Re: Hunqapillar or Hillborne

2011-07-25 Thread Seth
Joe, I have a 60cm Hillborne and really like its versatility. Depending on mood and setting, I can any tire from a 50mm Supremes to a 28mm Rolly- polly (no fenders in LA). The geometry is great on hills, trails as well as the road. I usually ride with a Berthoud Tall handlebar bag which works w

Re: [RBW] Hunqapillar or Hillborne

2011-07-25 Thread nawrock
Hey Ya Joe, That green SH sure looks good to me.  I am contemplating that one myself to add to the Rodeo and SimpleOne.  Have Fun! Dave Nawrocki Fort Collins, CO Fort Collins, CO - Original Message - From: "Joe Bernard" To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sen

[RBW] Re: Hunqapillar or Hillborne

2011-07-25 Thread Mike
> That green SH sure looks good to me.  I am contemplating that one myself to > add to the Rodeo and SimpleOne.  > > Dave Nawrocki > That would be a pretty complete Riv quiver. --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To pos

Re: [RBW] 3 days in and around the Mt Hood NF

2011-07-25 Thread Brian Hanson
Awesome as usual, Mike - I'm envious - I need to get out on the bike in the mountains one of these days. What was the difference in taking the LHT vs the AHH this year? I'm currently trying to work out a "mt touring backroad bike". I don't much like the feel of rear loading bikes, so I'm leaning

Re: [RBW] Re: Saddle Sack Medium w/ Nitto Big Back Rack

2011-07-25 Thread Rene Sterental
Yes, I think you can wing it on smaller frames like you have. I rode with the Sackville panniers today for the first time since I got them. The laptop fits but leaves a largish opening on the top flap. I have it covered with a neoprene sleeve and it didn't appear to get dusty from the ride on the

[RBW] Re: Favorite Tools

2011-07-25 Thread Lynne Fitz
My Park Tools master link plier. And the Park Tools cable and housing cutter. And the Park Tools... -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-

[RBW] Re: 3 days in and around the Mt Hood NF

2011-07-25 Thread Mike
I love my Hilsen but it tended to shimmy with a rear load on long fast descents. Also, the Silver brakes have served me well but the LHT is solid on descents and the cantis seem to offer a little better stopping power. I've really been impressed with the LHT. I haven't needed to fully load it (fron

[RBW] Re: Hunqapillar or Hillborne

2011-07-25 Thread Geoff
Hi Joe, Well, you know I went with the Hunq. I love it, and I only ride on smooth paved roads. I didn't really need the slightly stouter tubing, but it didn't matter. The Hunq rides beautifully on paved roads with the Schwalbe 700 x 50 Big Apples I have on it. It doesn't feel sluggish at al

[RBW] Re: Was gonna buy a Riv but didnt...

2011-07-25 Thread Geoff
Joe, it sounds like you've gone through a recumbent/upright process not unlike mine. And it looks like we've ended up in about the same place. A trike and a Riv...not a bad way to go. lol -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.

[RBW] Re: 650b Rim Woes

2011-07-25 Thread JL
The Velocity twin hollow is a great bargain. On Jul 25, 10:31 pm, Thomas Nezovich wrote: > I will second that the VO Diagonale 650b rims look good and are nicely priced > at $50 each.  I just built a pair of wheels with these rims today and they > went together very nicely. And they are shiny

[RBW] How much should a bike cost?

2011-07-25 Thread JL
What is a fair price for a bike? Not how much is a person willing to pay. Not how much can a bike be sold for. How much SHOULD a bike (or different types of bikes) cost? There is a wide spectrum of what cyclists are willing to pay for their machines. IMHO most pricing debates revolve around ho

Re: [RBW] How much should a bike cost?

2011-07-25 Thread cyclotourist
In my mind $600-$700 for a lugged Taiwanese bike is the price to beat. A Bleriot or Rawland type frame. That may be unrealistic any more, but it's what I want to pay for a frame. The Soma bike is pretty close @ $900. On Mon, Jul 25, 2011 at 10:35 PM, JL wrote: > What is a fair price for a bi

[RBW] Looking for a 62cm Rambouillet

2011-07-25 Thread Brother Beaker
I have, until a week ago, been the proud and happy owner of a 62 cm, blue Rambouillet, which I bought about 10 years ago and tweaked slowly, most recently adding a Nitto rear rack for two Swiss Army ammo panniers. And, then, the 17-year-old brain of my son decided that if you take the bike off the

[RBW] Cracked B.17 Tension Bolt-- What to do?

2011-07-25 Thread Mike On A Bike
The tension bolt on my 26 month old B.17 Champion Special cracked today, and I'm wondering what to do for repair. I know that it is over the 2-year Brooks Warranty, and I'm not sure if this is something I could take on DIY, or if it would have to be sent into Brooks. Also wondering if now is the ti

[RBW] Re: 650b Rim Woes

2011-07-25 Thread jeffrey kane
I've put in roughly 2000 miles on the VO "Diagonale". (bought as a pre- built set with 105 hubs). Have run Pari Moto's and Hetre's with no issues and have had very little to even think about regarding the wheels. On Jul 25, 7:58 pm, Larry Powers wrote: > I have had bad luck with two sets 650b rim

[RBW] Re: 650b Rim Woes

2011-07-25 Thread dan gee
How are they oversized and unusable? Like, you can't mount a tire on them? There are a couple of disc-only rims (WTB, Stan's), if you don't need a braking surface. Dan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, s

[RBW] Re: Favorite Tools

2011-07-25 Thread Mark Fredrickson
No doubt about it: Park 4th Hand. I still hate adjusting brakes, but now I hate it less. Also great for derailleur adjustments and pulling cable ties ridiculously tight (read: breaking a lot of ties). http://www.parktool.com/product/cable-stretcher-bt-2 I also really like my stand (Park PC-10), b

[RBW] Re: Recommendations for summer-weight wool?

2011-07-25 Thread bilb
rapha lightweight jersey is totally awesome. Esteban wrote: > Woolistic lightweight ss jersey works well. Smartwool and Icebreaker > t-shirts are tough to beat in the heat... but they're just t-shirts in > the best sense. > > Esteban > San Diego, Calif. > > On Jul 25, 11:25 am, Zack wrote: > >

Re: [RBW] Cracked B.17 Tension Bolt-- What to do?

2011-07-25 Thread CycloFiend
http://tinyurl.com/wallbike-brooks I've replaced one tension bolt. It was a bit tricky to find the right combination of angle, pressure and oomph to get things back in place. IIRC, Brooks has a very specific pneumatic press to aid in this step. I think it's a bit odd for that to crack that early