[RBW] Re: OT: Lugged Bikes vs.Timber-Frames

2010-12-01 Thread Michael Shaljian
Speaking of timber and lugged steel... I recall seeing in one of the Riv-Readers an awesome idea of Grant's for adding a second top-tube by snuggly securing a piece of wood as the second tube. Have any of the more handy folks in this group done this sort of thing yet, and are there any tips for how

[RBW] Re: WTB/WTT: Nitto Touring Cage

2011-01-01 Thread Michael Shaljian
I have an extra 'racing' cage, I guess your only looking for the touring model though? On Jan 1, 12:30 pm, Eric Norris wrote: > One of mine broke yesterday. Anybody out there have one that you don't need? > > --Eric N -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[RBW] How do you know when tires are worn out?

2011-01-03 Thread Michael Shaljian
I've had a set of Jack Browns on my Quickbeam since getting it in May '09, and I've probably got near 2500 miles on them. They seem to ride just fine, but I'm wondering what I should be looking for to know if the tread is worn out. I'm 180 lbs., for what it's worth, and I assume these should have a

[RBW] FS: Quickbeam Stock Wheelset [Like New] - $250/free shipping

2009-11-12 Thread Michael Shaljian
I am looking to sell the stock wheelset that came with my Quickbeam in May.They were ridden 50 miles at most before I put my custom set on the bike, and they are in Like - New condition. Included in this sale would be: - Wheelset consisting of the following components: + Mavic Open Sport 32H Rim

[RBW] Will a Pitlock seatpost binder bolt work w. the new Quickbeam?

2009-11-13 Thread Michael Shaljian
I'm looking to get a seatpost lock for my the most recent Quickbeam and I'd prefer to get a Pitlock system over the Zefal that RBW sells. Has anybody had this system work for them? Thanks. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to

[RBW] Tips for best methods w. applying "Ressurectio" Decals?

2009-11-22 Thread Michael Shaljian
I got a set of the "over" type Resurrectio decals for an old frame I recently got powdercoated, but I'm hesitant to slap them on, for fear of making some (as yet unknown) 1st timer mistakes. I'm guessing temperature would be a critical thing here, i.e: apply in a room temperature (70 degree) enviro

[RBW] Re: Tips for best methods w. applying "Ressurectio" Decals?

2009-11-22 Thread Michael Shaljian
Rd5SQsq-3U > > On Nov 22, 12:01 am, Michael Shaljian wrote: > > > I got a set of the "over" type Resurrectio decals for an old frame I > > recently got powdercoated, but I'm hesitant to slap them on, for fear > > of making some (as yet unknown) 1st time

[RBW] FS: Mountain Hardwear "Stiletto 1" Tent

2009-11-22 Thread Michael Shaljian
I'm Looking to sell a never used (aside from test setup) Mountain Hardwear Stiletto 1 Ultralight tent. I bought it a year ago withe the plan of touring with it, but I am just too big a guy to be comfortable in a 1 person sized tent. It is near - mint condition with no stains, wear, etc. and has bee

[RBW] Re: Tips for best methods w. applying "Ressurectio" Decals?

2009-12-10 Thread Michael Shaljian
nd of > course post some pics. > > Marty > > On Nov 22, 9:29 am, Michael Shaljian wrote: > > > > > Thanks for the tips guys. It looks like the soapy water method is the > > one I'll be going with, seems to be the most forgiving if you don't > > ha

[RBW] Awesome DIY Bamboo Bike Builders @ NYC

2009-12-23 Thread Michael Shaljian
I heard about this Bamboo Bike Studio from my sister, who lives in Brooklyn; apparently this outfit has also had exposure on NPR. It seems they are offering two day classes where you can go home with your own handbuilt bamboo frame for about $650. Check em' out here: http://bamboobikestudio.com/go

[RBW] Awesome DIY Bamboo Bike Builders @ NYC

2009-12-23 Thread Michael Shaljian
I heard about this Bamboo Bike Studio from my sister, who lives in Brooklyn; apparently this outfit has also had exposure on NPR. It seems they are offering two day classes where you can go home with your own handbuilt bamboo frame for about $650. Check em' out here: http://bamboobikestudio.com/go

[RBW] Tioga Surefoot Maintenance ?'s

2010-02-12 Thread Michael Shaljian
Hello All, I've had the Tioga Surefoot pedals on my quickbeam for about 1250 miles now, and I've noticed that they aren't spiining super - smooth anymore. The drive side pedal is decent, as it spins relatively nicely but could be better, but the non - drive pedal will only go around a few times wi

[RBW] Re: MKS Grip Kings vs MKS Touring Pedals

2010-04-27 Thread Michael Shaljian
I have just today found the combination of this shoe, the Asics 'Mexico 66" (http://www.zappos.com/onitsuka-tiger-by-asics-mexico-66- black-white-enamel) with the Grip Kings to be a solid combo. The only drawback of the Asics is that the sole material got torn up by the capscrews I had on the GK's.

[RBW] Repairing a puncture in Schwalbe Marathons

2010-04-29 Thread Michael Shaljian
I had the misfortune of catching a small nail in my rear 700 X 33 Schwalbe Marathon Supreme today, and I was wondering if it's possible to safely ride on this for a good long while with a tube patch over the puncture. I've switched on my pair of Jack Brown's, but I'm wondering if the $65 tire can b

[RBW] Re: Repairing a puncture in Schwalbe Marathons

2010-04-30 Thread Michael Shaljian
tside and let it set and the problem is solved? On Apr 30, 2:55 am, CycloFiend wrote: > on 4/29/10 8:59 PM, Michael Shaljian at mikeshalj...@gmail.com wrote: > > > I had the misfortune of catching a small nail in my rear 700 X 33 > > Schwalbe Marathon Supreme today, and I was won

[RBW] FS: Like-new Quickbeam Wheelset - $150

2010-05-11 Thread Michael Shaljian
I'm looking to sell the stock wheels that came with my Quickbeam last May. They were ridden maybe 20 miles before I switched on my custom wheels. There is almost no brake marking on the rim, and they are in fantastic condition -- just been collecting dust for a year. The wheels consist of: Suzue h