[RBW] Re: 120mm cassette hubs

Exactly. I sort of see these hubs as creating a solution to a problem that doesn't exist, and in the process, ensuring there will be a problem down the road. I honestly don't get why one wouldn't just build a clincher wheelset with NOS or used freewheel hubs and freewheels. Keeps your old roa

[RBW] Re: Randonnerding totally loaded in Vermont and New Hampshire

Matt, Thanks for sharing those wonderful photos! You captured the essence of what I consider to be the perfect bicycling experience. How long was your trip, and how many miles did you cover? Anton Tutter Somerville, MA On Tuesday, September 24, 2013 10:02:17 AM UTC-4, Matt Beebe wrote

[RBW] Re: Nitto M-12 Rack Mounting on Atlantis

It's rare that pre-made front racks fit universally every time since cantilever-to-crown distances can vary from bike to bike, as can canti-to-canti distance, and most of the time a little tweaking is required. I usually start with the rack legs since they are longer and you can distribute the

[RBW] Headlight brackets, empty Pixeo taillight housings, free for shipping

taillight housings. These have no electronics inside. Perhaps you cracked yours and can use a replacement. Everything is new. If you can use one of these, drop me a note off-list. Cost will be the price of shipping. Anton Tutter Somerville, MA and Bloomville, NY <http://farm4.

[RBW] Re: Headlight brackets, empty Pixeo taillight housings, free for shipping

Update: Both brackets claimed, one taillight housing left. On Saturday, November 9, 2013 8:53:54 PM UTC-5, Anton Tutter wrote: > > I've done so many bicycle lighting jobs lately, I'm accumulating parts > that I never use. > > I have a bunch of B&M stainless headl

[RBW] Re: Headlight brackets, empty Pixeo taillight housings, free for shipping

Update: Everything has been taken. On Saturday, November 9, 2013 9:56:16 PM UTC-5, Anton Tutter wrote: > > Update: Both brackets claimed, one taillight housing left. > > > On Saturday, November 9, 2013 8:53:54 PM UTC-5, Anton Tutter wrote: >> >> I've done so m

[RBW] Riv/SKS longboards as Bluemels re-enactment

Has anyone seen this? http://v-ccnewengland.blogspot.com/2011/03/sks-longboard-fenders-improved.html The author explicitly expresses his distaste of these fenders and of the Rivendell aesthetic, and preaches sanctimoniously about French "re-enactors" and "anachronistic affectations" yet it was

[RBW] Re: Riv/SKS longboards as Bluemels re-enactment

On Thursday, November 14, 2013 11:47:18 AM UTC-5, Ron Mc wrote: > > I like the bar and stem shifter combination on his prewar Evans > > http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_uyGpYXb0Jro/TTtxtIAWUtI/AMs/QYm6dCLwbtU/s1600/IMG_7300.jpg > It's also sporting a Riv bottle. > I don't know if you've ever v

[RBW] Re: POLL: "Leaf Music" on your Longboard-ed Rivendell?

I just kick it into reverse, that usually flushes 'em out. On Thursday, November 14, 2013 7:50:16 PM UTC-5, Kelly wrote: > > I let it roll while hitting the brakes and pretending to stop in the hope > that the leaf will want to survive and leave me alone. after a short > period of time I stop

Re: [RBW] Re: Soma Grand Randonnee, from a Rivendell perspective

I think he meant that the seat tube extension might limit the size frame one can fit, and without the extension one might otherwise order the next size up, getting a higher head tube. Anton On Friday, November 15, 2013 9:15:25 AM UTC-5, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > > > How can an extended seat tu

[RBW] Re: Cable Management (or) More Twine

Looks good, and I would choose twine over zip ties any day. That said, I've also had good luck with adhesive glue, using it to attach small shrink-tube guides along a rack. Anton On Tuesday, November 19, 2013 2:39:09 AM UTC-5, Christopher Chen wrote: > > Set up my light tonight. > > Originall

Re: [RBW] Favorite Bike Build-up 'Secret'

I use a dremel cutting wheel, but then finish the ends flat and open the ends with a gold old fashioned awl. Anton On Wednesday, November 20, 2013 10:26:43 AM UTC-5, David G wrote: > > When installing new cable housing, cut with a Dremel tool cutting wheel > and open up the ends with a home-ma

Re: [RBW] Favorite Bike Build-up 'Secret'

Oh, and a trick for getting the ferules to seat all the way before making final derailleur adjustments is to yank an exposed section of cable hard after all routing and bolting up has been done. Anton On Wednesday, November 20, 2013 1:13:37 PM UTC-5, Anton Tutter wrote: > > I use a

[RBW] FS: kids' cycling gloves, Nitto stem, Suntour FD, VDO computer

A few items left after the winter cleanout. *All prices include shipping CONUS*. Paypal "gift" or "family" only, please. - Kids' Specialied cycling gloves, size S. They fit my daughter until around the time she turned seven. $5 - Nitto Young stem quill, 100mm, 25.4mm clamp. No si

[RBW] Re: Anyone using a bagman to support a large saddle sack?

I use a standard bagman (now discontinued) for a larger Carradice Nelson and it works great. I've also used it for the next size down, the Pendle. No problems with either setup. Here it is with the Nelson. Anton On Friday,

[RBW] Anyone in San Diego who can loan me a bike for two weeks?

My work is taking me to San Diego for two weeks at the end of April/beginning of May. Naturally I'm going to want to have a bike with me but there's no way my company is going to pay to ship a bike there and back. So if anyone in SD has a bike they can loan me for a couple of weeks when I'm ou

[RBW] Re: What does "IRD" and "IGH" mean?

Let's not forget: ISO (International Organization for Standardization) JIS (Japanese International Standard) BSA (British Standard [of something]) ERTRO (European Tyre and Rim Technical Organisation) Anton -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: The hills are calling and they are green

Excellent photos, I especially enjoyed the night ones, looks like it was fun. Anton On Sunday, March 9, 2014 9:37:02 PM UTC-4, Manuel Acosta wrote: > > Finally have some weekends free and with the recent rains the hills were > calling me. > > Sent out general invite via social media. Always a

[RBW] Re: Edelux - Blug Post

Perhaps because it can control a taillight? ;-) Anton On Wednesday, March 12, 2014 9:05:15 AM UTC-4, Jan Heine wrote: > > The version for hanging mounting is still months away – it appears that > demand for the standard Edelux II has the good people at Schmidt in Germany > more than busy! >

[RBW] FS: VO Croissant bag $30 shipped CONUS

Trying to reverse my obsessionally exponentially expanding bag collection. Good condition but definitely used. No rips, tears, stains or fading, just minor signs of use. Most visible wear is on the attachment straps themselves. A small piece of stiffener was glued to the inside of the flap to

[RBW] Re: FS: VO Croissant bag $30 shipped CONUS

SOLD. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@go

[RBW] Re: Hanging vs Platform Hitch Bike Carriers

I have both roof-mounted bike racks (Yakima) and a 1.25" hitch mount 'hanging' style rack (Thule). I've never tried a platform hitch rack, but I'm guessing that style would keep the bikes happier. The Thule has an anti-sway mechanism by way of a hinge-down third clamp that secures the seat tu

[RBW] Re: Berthoud Saddles

I have a Berthoud touring saddle and several Brooks Pros. I have come to prefer the Berthoud, but still ride other bikes with Brooks and don't really have complaints. The Berthoud leather is thicker, harder (I like a firm saddle), and flatter than the leather on a Brooks Pro. The Berthoud perf

Re: [RBW] Upright Riding Saddles.

Agreed with Michael. For bikes with city bars at saddle height or above, a little tilt up at the nose of a B17 does the trick for me. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails

[RBW] Wanted: Brand V BoxyBar bag or similar hbar bag that doesn't require a rack

I'm looking for a boxy-type hbar bag that doesn't require a rack or decaleur. Main requirement is that it's fairly flat on top, capable of having a map holder clipped to it. The Brand V BoxyBar Bag seems to fit the bill perfectly. I thought I'd inquire on the list first to see if anyone had an

[RBW] Re: Does anyone use fenders off road?

I've been riding aluminum fenders on all sorts of dirt and gravel, and haven't had a problem [yet]. I agree with a previous poster that the sound of little pebbles pinging as they ricochet off the underside of the fender can get annoying to some, and plastic fenders would mute that noise a litt

[RBW] FS: New pair Challenge Parigi-Roubaix 700x27 clinchers (29-30mm actual)

I've got a pair of new, never mounted, Challenge Parigis that I've been holding onto as a spare set to have on hand. These are the clincher version, gumwall, and measure a plump 29-30mm on Super Champion rims. I have another set of these on one of my bikes and I love them, hence the backup set

[RBW] Re: FS: New pair Challenge Parigi-Roubaix 700x27 clinchers (29-30mm actual)

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[RBW] FS: Waterproof iPhone 5 Bike Case and Mount

I have a waterproof bike mount made for the iPhone 5. It's a sturdy waterproof case coupled to a sturdy quick release mount. The screen cover is touch-sensitive so no need to open the case to use the iPhone. I got it when I was thinking about using my iPhone for GPS tracking, but even with t

[RBW] Re: Low trail, lightest tubing bikes really all that?

Well, my lightest tubed bike thus far is my Rawland Stag, at 8/5/8 standard diameter. It is by far my fastest bike in terms of my rolling average speed, but also fastest in terms of my ability to get up hills in a higher gear ratio than any of my other bikes, and the bike on which I feel the l

[RBW] Re: Burly Piccolo/Panniers Question

Hugh, The Burley Moosehead rack sold by Bikeman does indeed take panniers... we used panniers with ours. https://www.flickr.com/photos/7516215@N03/5154749279/in/photolist-8Rvrnz-8Kzmpa-8KCBsS-8Kzkre-8KCDVW-8KCCAL-8KzokB-8Kznk8-8KzwsM-8KCm4q-8RythY-8Rym7U-8RvbmH-8Rvdux-8Rvamp-8Rynqw-8RvySR-8Kzqoi

[RBW] Re: Pedal Stroke "Click"

Deacon, I know you're sensitive to noises and I can imagine this is extra annoying to you. Are your pedals double-sided? Meaning, if clipless, can you clip in on either side of the pedal? (Moot point if you're using regular pedal platforms, they're by default double-sided) Make note of which

Re: [RBW] Stan's report: Longevity

Ha! I love that. "Field-expedient" can be applied to anything! I'm jotting this one down. Anton On Sunday, April 20, 2014 2:58:10 PM UTC-4, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > On 04/20/2014 11:04 AM, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery wrote: > > I really dislike the term "ghetto tubeless". I have used and ge

[RBW] Re: FS: Acorn Handlebar Bag

Just thought I'd add my own endorsement of this bag. I recently picked one up from a list member and it's one of the best purchases I've made. This bag works beautifully on bikes with no front rack, and can hold quite a lot. And those extra two pouches facing the rider are very convenient. S

Re: [RBW] On-bike tools: what is your choice or favorite?

My toolkit for anything linger than my daily commute: Park multitool (or any multitool) One tube One patch kit Tire lever Pump Couple pieces of tyvek Zip ties Latex gloves Couple of alcohol wipes Two spare chain links and pins (on my last ride I had a Shimano chain pin come loose, disabling the b

[RBW] Re: Strava heatmap

That tiny, barely visible spot in the Catskills that's me. Anton -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegrou

[RBW] Re: Strava heatmap

I would love to see this overlayed with a heatmap of population density. I'm curious if this data represents simply population density, or does it point to regions of the country where people are more inclined to live an active lifestyle. I'm guessing it's much more closely tied to the former.

Re: [RBW] Re: Strava heatmap

gt;> trouble believing that, noticing the twenty or twenty-five other cyclists >> hanging around the top. Even on weekdays when I ride Old La Honda, I see >> other cyclists, and on weekends there are a steady stream of them. >> >> >> On Wed, Apr 30, 2014 at 2:07 PM, An

[RBW] Re: Strava heatmap

The the heat map indicates an accumulation of time spent on any given point on the map, hence intersections where you are stopped waiting for a light appear more intense. There are some intersections on my commute that light up heavily, yet there are no businesses of interest. It's still usefu

[RBW] Re: On-bike tools: what is your choice or favorite?

After speaking to some mechanics and others more knowledgeable than myself, the consensus is that my incident with a chain pin coming loose wasn't at all common. But it's a a data point. Here's another scenario, which did happen to someone in a group ride that I was part of-- her rear derailleu

[RBW] Re: grease for son hub connectors

Either, or none, is fine. What's more important is a really good crimp connection (soldered, preferably) and good shrink-tube insulation. But any grease will help in moisture-proofing, and will not impair the electrical contact if the spades are kept tight. Anton On Sunday, May 4, 2014 10:58

[RBW] Re: Wiring a Spanninga dyno tail light question...

The Spanninga wire connector system is not the best, but it's designed to be "easy" (for what it's worth). Yes you only pass bare wire through the connector on the back. the little plastic piece is removable, and is used to pinch the bare wire ends against terminals inside the taillight. Make

[RBW] Re: Wald Basket??

Wald baskets are okay, but IMO they are only acceptably stable when modified or used on a solid platform, discarding the stock struts they come with. And please, please, don't fasten a Wald basket to a rack with zip ties. I know it can work for awhile and many people do it but zip ties inevita

[RBW] Re: Wald Basket??

Right, I think the standard Riv setup is to use zip ties, which they recommend on their website (and which I firmly disagree with). I've attached Wald baskets using SS wire. This takes more time than zip ties, but is infinitely more reliable (still, good ol' nuts and bolts are best). Anton

Re: Zip ties (WAS Re: [RBW] Re: Wald Basket??)

Oh boy. On Monday, June 6, 2016 at 6:00:25 PM UTC-4, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > > > Confession time. I'm a snob about British Racing Green. I think BRG is > the most overused, ugly and mind numbingly boring color possible for

Re: Zip ties (WAS Re: [RBW] Re: Wald Basket??)

I think Grant must have stock in a Zip Tie manufacturer somewhere... Anton On Tuesday, June 7, 2016 at 10:22:21 AM UTC-4, masmojo wrote: > > Additionally, if others hadn't noticed and I don't think they really > highlight it, but I think the difference between the baskets that Rivendell > has

Re: Zip ties (WAS Re: [RBW] Re: Wald Basket??)

Bill, You interpreted my post ("please, please don't use zip-ties") as being directed toward you since you posted about using zip-ties, when in fact it was directed at the original poster, who is/was (maybe not now after this debate?) asking about a Wald basket for his daughter's bike. The "pl

Re: Zip ties (WAS Re: [RBW] Re: Wald Basket??)

And another thing about zip-ties, Bill, is that although you may be well literate in the differing standards that zip-ties may be manufactured to, the average consumer may not be. There are thousands of flavors of zip-ties, some great for attaching Wals baskets, some completely inappropriate, a

Re: Zip ties (WAS Re: [RBW] Re: Wald Basket??)

I put stickers on my fenders and don't consider them in the same aesthetic vein as zip ties at all. Anton On Tuesday, June 7, 2016 at 10:44:48 PM UTC-4, Mark in Beacon wrote: > The fact that the owner wraps his bikes in string

Re: Zip ties (WAS Re: [RBW] Re: Wald Basket??)

Thank God. ;-) On Wednesday, June 8, 2016 at 1:42:39 PM UTC-4, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > I have one bike that has a VeloLumino sitcker on it. That bike features > two ingenious VeloLumino products. That bike has no zip ties on it. > > >>> -- You received this message because you are subscribe

Re: Zip ties (WAS Re: [RBW] Re: Wald Basket??)

I'm a complicated guy, what can I say... On Thursday, June 9, 2016 at 2:53:06 PM UTC-4, masmojo wrote: > > Anti zip tie, but oddly the idea of gluing wires is somehow appealing!? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscri

Re: Zip ties (WAS Re: [RBW] Re: Wald Basket??)

'd endorse zip ties. Anton On Thursday, June 9, 2016 at 3:07:31 PM UTC-4, Anton Tutter wrote: > > I'm a complicated guy, what can I say... > > > On Thursday, June 9, 2016 at 2:53:06 PM UTC-4, masmojo wrote: >> >> Anti zip tie, but oddly the idea of gluin

[RBW] Re: VO fenders vs. Honjo fenders?

Brian nailed it. VO fenders themselves are great, every bit as high quality as Honjos, but the Berthoud stays are superior for the reasons Brian mentioned. Just make sure you purchase stays in the size that's appropriate for the width of your fenders. For what it's worth, the very expensive Hon

[RBW] Velo Lumino summer vacation hiatus

First I'd like to thank the online groups (Bob, RBW, 650B, etc) for their enthusiastic support of Velo Lumino over the past year that we've been in operation. Velo Lumino is a small "craft" operation, designing and fabricating components specifically for bicycle lighting and lighting integratio

[RBW] Re: VO fenders vs. Honjo fenders?

; Thanks, > Andrew in SLC > > On Thursday, June 16, 2016 at 8:33:46 AM UTC-6, Anton Tutter wrote: >> >> the Berthoud stays are superior for the reasons Brian mentioned. >> <http://velolumino.com> >> >> On Thursday, June 16, 2016 at 8:34:14 AM UTC-4, Br

[RBW] Re: Velo Lumino summer vacation hiatus

Update: Velo Lumino is back! After a hiatus, an a few nice rides, VL is back and all items are in stock, ready for immediate shipping. Any orders that were placed while we were shipped out last week! Anton velolumino.com On Thursday, June 16, 2016 at 2:15:59 PM UTC-4, somervillebikes wrote: >

[RBW] Re: Rivendale "Hunqapillar" Re-finish powder coat completed

I agree with everyone else, that's a WONDERFUL looking PC job, at a budget price. I only wish you were more local!!! Thanks for making yourself known, it's a great service to the bike community. Can I ask what are the typical frame mods you perform? Do you do dent repair? Anton -- You rec

[RBW] Re: A restoration is kicked off, officially

Sorry for your loss… but what a great way to remember and pay tribute to your dad! Anton On Wednesday, December 4, 2013 10:27:37 PM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > As most of you caught, my beloved Father, James Robert Lindsay, died on > October 4th, 2013. Part of my recovery is being a smart

[RBW] Re: New RBW Silver brand chainrings available!

Perhaps, but probably doesn't reflect economy of scale. i.e., does a 50T ring cost twice as much to manufacture as a 25T ting? Anton On Tuesday, December 17, 2013 5:23:52 PM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > $1/tooth is brilliant. > > On Tuesday, December 17, 2013 1:56:10 PM UTC-8, dougP wrote: >>

[RBW] Re: New RBW Silver brand chainrings available!

unt > and amused they have a pricing model that is both clever and logical. I > hope they can make their margins and keep that model around for a while. > > On Wednesday, December 18, 2013 10:39:10 AM UTC-8, Anton Tutter wrote: >> >> Perhaps, but probably doesn't r

[RBW] Re: Cable End Soldering

ood shrink tube application is to use a heat gun, not a flame, as the heat source. Anton Tutter Somerville, MA and Bloomville, NY <http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7300/9401390914_a2ae10e4f0_c.jpg> -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bu

[RBW] Re: Fenders and chain stay clearance

ar vinyl tape onto the paint to act as a shim at the point of contact. You can't tell they're there. I got the idea from Yakima, who supply their roof rack fairings with little clear stick-on circles to mount on your roof where the little rubber feet rest. Anton Tutter Somervill

Re: [RBW] Tire Width and Performance

When you're climbing a steep grade, you're not maintaining a constant speed. If you graphed your speed over time, with time on the x-axis, you'd see something resembling a sine wave. But your speedometer may not register a change in speed because its averaging the speed over an integration in

[RBW] Re: Fenders and chain stay clearance

You can cut a piece of chainstay protector, or if you email me your address I can drop a 3x5" sheet in the mail for you. Anton On Thursday, January 2, 2014 9:56:43 PM UTC-5, ted wrote: > > Anton, > Where do you find that clear vinyl tape? -- You received this message because you are subscrib

[RBW] Re: Dyno Hub

Not weird at all, and commonly done. Many vintage bikes were built with a higher spoke count on the rear wheel. My latest 3-speed build has 32/36 f/r spoke count. Anton -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] Re: Regarding Seth Vidal

Eunice, I'm terribly inarticulate when it comes to feelings, but I'd like to add my sentiments to all the kind words already written. I am so sorry for your loss. Like many here, I only knew Seth online. I enjoyed Seth's (always positive) commentary on these forums and on flickr, and he will

[RBW] FS: Winter Cleanout: Brooks, Nitto, VO, Pearl Izumi

Prices do not include shipping. Nitto Albatross bars, 22.2, 25.4. Chromoly 56.0 c-c model. Near perfect shape, except for slight gum residue along the grip area that I didn't try to remove, and the painted-on "NITTO" logo on the bar clamp bulge is scuffed (why would Nitto bother putting their

[RBW] Re: FS: Winter Cleanout: Brooks, Nitto, VO, Pearl Izumi

Update: Brooks swift and Nitto Albas are taken. VO porteur bars, VDO computer and Pearl Izumi shoes still available. > Nitto Albatross bars, 22.2, 25.4. Chromoly 56.0 c-c model. Near perfect > shape, except for slight gum residue along the grip area that I didn't try > to remove, and the p

[RBW] Re: Advice/WTB: Dynamo wheel and/or light

Any current production dynamo hub will work with any current production LED headlight, so no issues there. On Tuesday, January 21, 2014 12:16:58 AM UTC-5, Michael wrote: > > Anyone know if the Shimano 3N80 will work with the new Edelux II light? >> > Is that a good match? > will any hub work with

[RBW] Re: First Grand Bois Flat :-(

[knocks on wood] Bike 1: My Shogun used mostly for brevet-type rides, regular hetres, over 1000 miles, more than half on gravel. One flat. It was from a thorn it picked up after I walked the bike through a thorny bush, my bad. Bike 2: Wife's errand bike, regular Hetres, and she rides it exclu

[RBW] Re: First Grand Bois Flat :-(

I think there are a lot of factors that contribute to flat frequency, but I think at the top of the list are total axle weight and tire pressure. I'm only 160 lb and keep my Hetres between 30 psi (for gravel) and 45 psi (for smooth pavement), and I think this might explain why I've only had one

[RBW] Re: First Grand Bois Flat :-(

give me a comparable road feel and steering response. Anton On Wednesday, February 5, 2014 12:17:36 PM UTC-5, Mike Schiller wrote: > > hmmm... I weigh about 195 lbs and run my Hetres about the same pressures. > > ~mike > > On Wednesday, February 5, 2014 7:16:52 AM UTC-8, Anton

[RBW] Re: "Science" is working against me

I look more attractive when I'm riding faster because it's harder to see all my facial defects. Anton -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-o

[RBW] Re: Show me your albatrosses!

Wife's Soma Buena Vista, tricked out to be the ultimate "errand running in heels" build: http://www.flickr.com/photos/7516215@N03/6905908251/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/7516215@N03/6910646389/ Anton -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bun

[RBW] Re: Compass 650b 38 vs. 650b 42 mm tires question.

I can't speak to a direct comparison since I've not tried the Loup Loup's, but my Babyshoe Passes (extralight version) are supremely fast and supple tires, and clearly superior in both regards to the Hetres they replace. I'm 165 lb, and ride a lot on dirt and gravel, so I tend to keep the pressu

[RBW] Re: Soma Grand Randonneur or Hetres or Compass Babyshoe Pass

Ryan, I've only experenced standard Hetres, extralight Hetres, and the extralight Babyshoe Passes. I noticed a slight improvement going from standard Hetres to the extralights, but then a more significant improvement from the Hetre extralights to the Babyshoe Pass extralights. With the Hetre

[RBW] Re: Compass 650b 38 vs. 650b 42 mm tires question.

I have 32mm Grand Bois Cypres extralights on another bike, and agree that at the right pressure (about 55 psi front, 60 psi rear, in my case), they feel almost as good as a 42mm tire, at least on reasonable pavement. And the added advantage is significantly lower rotational weight, which I can

[RBW] Re: Compass 650b 38 vs. 650b 42 mm tires question.

I've had Hetres and now have Compass Babyshoe Passes. For smooth pavement, I've been running 40 psi front, 45 psi rear, and drop about 5 psi for rough roads or gravel. Anton On Friday, August 8, 2014 10:52:39 PM UTC-4, ted wrote: > > Anton, thanks for the insight. > My Cypres tires were the

Re: [RBW] Are you in need of a bolt tuning?

And you can load up all your panniers with helium balloons, and your bike will weigh less than a stripped down racing bike! Anton On Friday, August 8, 2014 11:22:05 PM UTC-4, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: > > That combined with filling your inner-tubes with helium will really get > you somewhere

[RBW] Re: 650B Fenders with a 26" wheel

If you don't mind spending time spreading the fender (spreading the width), which decreases the radius of the fender curve, it can work out very well. I spread 700c fenders for 650B with a little bit of effort, so a 650B to 26" jump would be similar. The fender line came out great. Here's my

[RBW] Re: Hello

That white thing would be a wrapped hay bail (or a giant marshmallow, according to my 9-year old daughter), common in the farmed regions of the northeast. Anton On Tuesday, August 19, 2014 12:33:35 PM UTC-4, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > Both are very fine. I especially like the Roadeo propped ag

[RBW] Re: Spam from Grant?

Good idea. We should also reply to his email with a complete list of Riv owner email addresses in case he didn't have them all. The more who know of his problem, the better... Anton On Wednesday, August 27, 2014 1:56:05 PM UTC-4, Edwin W wrote: > > I sent a bunch of money, just in case. >

Re: [RBW] Re: Grant blamed for hacked email account?

Seriously. Am I the only one who sees any irony in this thread? Anton On Tuesday, September 2, 2014 8:34:07 PM UTC-7, Philip Williamson wrote: >> >> >> Did anyone SEND the fake Grant any money? If not, it's just spam. Get >> over it. >> >> Philip >> www.biketinker.com >> >> -- You received th

Re: [RBW] Re: Grant blamed for hacked email account?

ed. > > On Wednesday, September 3, 2014 9:01:19 AM UTC-7, Anton Tutter wrote: >> >> Seriously. Am I the only one who sees any irony in this thread? >> >> Anton >> >> On Tuesday, September 2, 2014 8:34:07 PM UTC-7, Philip Williamson wrote: >&

Re: [RBW] Re: Grant blamed for hacked email account?

Thursday, September 4, 2014 1:11:48 PM UTC-4, Patrick Moore wrote: > > This is too elliptical for me. Please explain. > > > On Thu, Sep 4, 2014 at 7:47 AM, Anton Tutter > wrote: > >> The irony does not stem from the OP's comments. >> >> >> >> On Wed

Re: [RBW] Re: Grant blamed for hacked email account?

a > thread that you consider its continued existence to be mere spam. > > On Thursday, September 4, 2014 12:18:08 PM UTC-5, Anton Tutter wrote: >> >> When a thread discussing a potential scam continues to grow long after >> the threat, perceived or real, of the scam

[RBW] Re: What is up with Brooks QC?

Most of the 4-5 Brooks saddle's I've bought new in the past five years have had some sort of anomaly or inconsistency in manufacture (some of which like you mentioned), but none bad enough to warrant returning it. The biggest issue I have with them is the poor leather quality-- thinner than on

Re: [RBW] Re: What is up with Brooks QC?

2014 2:08:21 PM UTC-4, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > On 09/10/2014 02:05 PM, Anton Tutter wrote: > > Most of the 4-5 Brooks saddle's I've bought new in the past five years > > have had some sort of anomaly or inconsistency in manufacture (some of > > which like yo

Re: [RBW] Berthoud Fenders on Saluki/AHH

I have VO Zepps on two bikes with 42mm Hetres, and they really are just about the ideal fender for that tire. Plenty of clearance, but they don't look fat and oversized, either. No issues on either setup, both of which have seen very rough, rocky and fast gravel riding. At half the price of

[RBW] Re: 18 tooth jump on wide low double?

At one point I was running a TA Cyclotouriste 46/26T double on a climbing build. Two derailleurs handled this 20T jump nicely: Huret Jubilee and Suntour continuous band. The Huret handled it the best, and the couple of times my bike dropped a chain (due to my own fault for not adjusting the li

[RBW] WTB: Grand Bois Maes-style bars, either parallel or non-parallel

Just like the title says. Parallel preferred, but will consider the non-parallel also. If any of you have a spare set you don't need, or have decided that the one you have isn't right for you, I'm interested. Contact off-list. Anton -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

[RBW] Re: suggestions for a bike computer?

I use a Garmin 310XT GPS watch with the optional handlebar mount (get one for each of your bikes!). I love it. It's pretty much the lowest model you can buy from Garmin, but it's just what I need. No maps, no route loading, no turn by turn navigation. Just a normal sized cylo-computer with som

[RBW] Re: LED Fender Lights: Spanninga vs. PDW Fenderbot

My wife has the battery powered Pixeo on her bike, and it's been great! Bright LED with a sharp center focus but adequate side emission. Really nice auto-on and standlight feature means she never turns it on or off, it just comes on when needed. She hasn't replaced the battery in three years. T

Re: [RBW] Re: Dyno light recommendation

I have three bikes with dynamo hubs: SONdelux / 650B Shimano 3n72 / 650B Shimano 3n72 / 700C I can't tell if I have my lights on on the bike with the SONdelux. I can DEFINITELY feel the drag with my lights on on both bikes with the Shimano. Worse than the drag, I can feel the Shimano dynohub t

[RBW] Re: DIY Saddlebag Quick-Release

Well done! I'd like to know more about how you fastened the flat stock to the saddle. Anton On Saturday, September 27, 2014 7:12:41 PM UTC-4, jar351 wrote: > > I was pretty psyched when I bought a used Saddlesack bag from a fellow > poster here last weekend. My partner was not. She thinks I s

[RBW] Re: Warning to those who keep cameras in handlebar bags!

Oh, man, bummer. Let's hope for the best. If the camera was off, hopefully no circuits got fried. I did take my big Nikon SLR on a charity ride recently, because the event coordinator had invited me to take photos from the road. I was anxious about riding with the camera in my tiny Berthoud b

[RBW] Re: What's the safety rule for metal fender size/clearance?

On Tuesday, October 14, 2014 12:23:37 AM UTC-4, lungimsam wrote: > > And by the way...How come Honjo Hammered fenders for 650b prices swing > wildly from 80-something$/pair to almost 200$/pair? > > Are there different levels of quality among Honjo 650b hammered > fenders? Special runs? > Be ca

[RBW] Re: Kelso, Wa to San Francisco, Ca with Compass Barlow Pass 700x38c

That's about everything one can hope for in a tire. You should drop Jan Heine a note, I'm sure he'd like to hear it. Anton On Tuesday, October 14, 2014 12:49:53 PM UTC-4, Ty Graham wrote: > > Hi, > > I just yesterday completed a 900 mile ride from Kelso to San Francisco via > the Adventure Cy

[RBW] Re: What's the safety rule for metal fender size/clearance?

Yes, that is on the front of the fender (the trailing edge). That would be preferred to the leading edge (the rear), but the way the tire savers are designed, if on the leading edge and something snags them, the rubber tubes holding the scraper will just give and no jamming into the fender will

Re: [RBW] Re: I saw your flat bar Roadeo on Fourth Street Berkeley yesterday

A u-lock against a post is casual? A u-lock is as hard-core as I get, for any bike. On Sunday, October 19, 2014 3:39:20 PM UTC-4, Eric Daume wrote: > > That's pretty casually locked for such an expensive bike. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

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