Googled Nino and didn't find anything - does it still exist? Always
interested in better lights (and not getting run over).
Will
On Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 8:08:33 PM UTC-4 jsrwa...@gmail.com wrote:
> I use a Nino tail light, and a tactical flashlight on the front, both are
You can also get the Bitex touring hub from Brandon at BikeHubStore
<https://www.bikehubstore.com/product-p/bx103r.htm>. He's great.
Will
On Tue, Nov 5, 2024 at 11:19 AM Jakob wrote:
> I'm not quite sure I understand what you're looking for exactly.
>
> At lea
I think a 35h hub is going to be hard to find :). 36h and 135 is rare
enough.
Will near Boston
On Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 7:34:31 AM UTC-4 Steven Sweedler wrote:
> Also Bitex has a nice large flange touring hub, 36 H silver and black.
>
> Steven Sweedler
> Plymouth, N
t. If you
want nice finished edges, some gum tragacanth. Laces should not be
necessary afterward, but you might want them a couple years down the line.
Will near Boston
On Monday, September 23, 2024 at 11:12:11 AM UTC-4 bmfo...@gmail.com wrote:
> I've been wanting to give a cut ou
I'm shifting 46/26 just fine with a bog standard 10s Dura Ace FD. Might
depend on your bottom bracket drop.
Will
On Saturday, September 28, 2024 at 3:06:17 AM UTC-4 Russell Duncan wrote:
> I agree with Drew Saunders and Jonathan Poor’s recommendations of using an
> older front der
For CC touring, honestly most bikes will do the job. Hang some bags on it
(need a total of 12ish liters of capacity in my experience) and go. No
retrofit necessary. If camping, you'll definitely need more capacity
(though light tents and sleeping bags go a long way - maybe only an
It's hard for me to imagine that increasing your tire size is going to have
much (any?) actual effect on speed. Which I assume is what we're targeting
here? In my stable, once I get beyond 38mm, I take for granted that those
bikes will be slower. I'm not sure I can gauge
Can buy 5 Tange 127mm bottom brackets for the price of one SKF
Will
On Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 1:14:00 PM UTC-4 Harry Travis wrote:
> Less than $100, delivered.
> [image: s-l400.jpg]
>
> NOS SKF Thun sealed square taper cartridge Bottom Bracket 127 mm, english
> t
I suppose if you were truly committed both to this frame and higher
gearing, you could get a rear wheel with a freehub designed to handle a 10t
small cog (XDR or the like) and eke out some higher gear inches that way
Will
On Fri, Nov 8, 2024 at 3:58 AM Garth wrote:
> The tallest t
I mostly ignore these recommendations, as I find I can run pretty much any
tire on any rim (assuming tire is wider than the rim). Probably the most
egregious example in my household is my son's bike with 2.6" (66mm) tires
on 17mm internal rims. Works fine.
Will near Boston
O
me, if I can get any
> alcohol under the grip at all, I will not skimp. I'm always surprised by
> how cheap and available isopropyl alcohol is, even in small quantities.
> Except for a few months in early 2020...
>
> It's a shame I don't have ready access to deliverable
t; way to lubricate the grip. I did what was readily do-able with the
>> resources at hand. Which, I'm confident, would've worked reasonably well to
>> remove an ESI Chunky with damage to neither grip nor bar .
>>
>> So my take-away is: Whenever I decide to deplo
Interesting. The Novatec rear I had was not silent. I think there's a lot
of variability in their different models
On Mon, Dec 2, 2024, 10:38 AM Kim H. wrote:
> @Cormac
>
> "I've always preferred silent hub"
>
> The rear Novatech stock cartridge bearing hub on my Clem runs silent. I
> love run
appreciate
exposure to people radically rethinking the American lifestyle. From an
aesthetic viewpoint, I find his writing a little over-flowery, requiring
serious skimming on my part :)
Will
On Sunday, December 1, 2024 at 1:50:32 AM UTC-5 Glen wrote:
> Patrick I've always appreciated you
too loud for me.
I retired the Novatec hub when it started creaking and I didn't feel like
troubleshooting.
Will
On Monday, December 2, 2024 at 11:45:05 AM UTC-5 Kim H. wrote:
> @Will
>
> Did you have it serviced regularly ? or did you service yourself in
> re-greasing the
You've got all the possible make-it-narrow options there (thinline, washers
in the right place). I don't think it gets better with narrow spacing.
Looks almost exactly like my Marin-lites on narrow Schwinn canti posts
except those are cantilevers.
Will
On Wednesday, December 4,
eplace your cables again. I'm not positive it's long enough for Rivs,
however. I've had a set on a mountain bike for 5+years with no issues.
Will
On Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 2:38:00 PM UTC-5 Steve wrote:
> Kim, if you're concerned about water finding its way into yo
There is a Chinese knockoff option that's quite a bit cheaper. I'm cheap,
but it's been the best money I've spent on bikes with exposed cable
On Wed, Dec 4, 2024, 3:31 PM George Schick wrote:
> Will - wow! I was unaware of that Jagwire cable housing kit. It's a
uctions
<https://www.parktool.com/en-us/blog/repair-help/front-derailleur-adjustment>
.
Will
On Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 4:49:07 PM UTC-5 isp...@gmail.com wrote:
> Just realizing my Gen1 RH crank is only ideal for 5-9 speed, with 10 speed
> only recommended with Ultegra chain (but a
shifting quality. As long as your frame is set up with housing
stops, the Jagwire set works.
Will
On Sun, Dec 8, 2024 at 11:10 PM Kim H. wrote:
> UPDATE:
>
> I went a short bike the other day. The performance of my shifting was not
> as crisp as it was initially, unfortunately. (Ok
Also great for 10s road brifters for larger cassettes, triples, sub-compact
doubles
Will
On Friday, December 6, 2024 at 6:33:15 PM UTC-5 Mr. Ray wrote:
> New Shimano RD-M592 rear derailleur for sale. Can be used with any 9 spd
> cassette to a low of 36T (see chart below).
>
>
I'd get a minivelo, like Velo Orange's
<https://velo-orange.com/collections/neutrino-mini-velo?srsltid=AfmBOopPC5vTzhWtbB-6OnTgXcfus9IKvKnV4LwOzAx53xxVI4aRp5jG>
.
Will
On Monday, December 9, 2024 at 2:38:26 PM UTC-5 Joe Bernard wrote:
> I have a 79pbh and 52 Clem L, it&#x
Home-roasted! Whatever is in the $6ish/lb range at Bodhi Leaf. I've been
enjoying fruitier single-origins lately, anaerobic roast or otherwise.
Currently it's Tanzanian Peaberry. Brewed either in the Moccamaster or the
Silvia. Very occasionally the aeropress, though it'
The only sealed bearings I've used that are meant to be cleaned and
regreased are Chris King. You *can* do it to regular sealed bearings but
I've never had much success. They are meant to be replaced but last for a
very long time.
Will
On Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 12:25:3
+1 for the Burley Travoy. My son hauled his cello to school on that.
On Monday, December 16, 2024 at 11:45:52 AM UTC-5 Stephen wrote:
> Hey thanks everyone for chiming in! lots of good info and direction to
> look into! Robert, those terns look pretty slick!
>
> On Monday, December 16, 2024
rain
gear has integrated reflective screen -ons. Hmm
Will near Boston
On Monday, December 16, 2024 at 8:39:41 PM UTC-5 campyo...@me.com wrote:
> Patrick:
>
> I also use these in all my night bikes:
>
> [image:
> 41+Iq6DD1WL._BO60,255,255,255_US1600_PIRIOFOUR-large,BottomLeft,-
let go for not
much money. They do have some sealant residue and a patched sidewall cut
on the front.
Will
On Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 10:55:58 AM UTC-5 Bruce Byker James wrote:
> Hi all,
>
> I'm considering replacing the stock 45mm Kenda tires on my 650b Clem and
> wonderi
I always pack myself and drop off at Staples. Never an issue
Will
On Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 2:42:06 AM UTC-5 oldandin...@gmail.com
wrote:
> This certainly gives me pause and I think is an important call to due
> caution. I try to be extremely vigilant when awaiting frames
For rides >1hr, padded shorts with a leather saddle. For my 40min commute,
wool or synthetic is fine. Honestly, with a brand new Team Pro, it might
be 5 years before you're riding without padding :).
Will
On Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 7:30:27 AM UTC-5 Brian Turner wrote:
> I h
The Pro is my go to saddle shape; I'm also narrow-hipped. I like to buy
them used to shorten the break in period. For bikes that I ride for longer
than an hour, it's plastic saddles and padded shorts though.
Will
On Thu, Jan 23, 2025, 12:42 PM Jay wrote:
> Thanks for the respo
Also to consider: does the snow/ice stick around? I would consider this
winter atypical where I am: polar vortex is weird and snow goes away. But
the n+1 solution (fat bike) might be the easiest way around this. I see no
need for studs on my fat tires.
Will near Boston
On Friday, January
Panaracers (gravelking) are good and relatively cheap. I have 650x38 on a
bike and am happy with them. Though Panaracer calls them 1.5".
Will
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That front rack is awfully far forward. With that giant platform, putting
anything large on there is putting a lot of stress on the tang that
connects to the fork crown (assuming that's how it's fixed - can't tell
from the photos).
Otherwise, a sweet looking rig!
Will
On Satu
I have the Gran Compes but no experience with direct mount. I like them a
lot.
Will near Boston
On Monday, December 23, 2024 at 11:09:14 AM UTC-5 Robert Blunt wrote:
> It’s low trail with no weight on the front end yet so steering is a little
> squirrelly but it is spry feeling. Th
My success rate at re-inserting cable into trimmed housing is about 50%. I
often get a strand stuck somewhere along the way and mess up the cable
enough that I just have to replace it completely. If it's a rear cable, I
save it for a future life as a front cable.
Will
On Wednesday, Ja
I have salmons on most bikes. I will say that Swissstop BXP are ever so
slightly better. And more expensive.
Will
On Friday, March 14, 2025 at 2:42:06 PM UTC-4 Patrick Moore wrote:
> Kool Stop salmon pads. Accept no substitute.
>
> SW desert conditions: very dry but very dusty or san
I have the Cavas mentioned mounted on 20 ID (I think) rims, and the Cavas
measure exactly 42. Unlike most other tires I have :)
Will
On Saturday, March 15, 2025 at 5:21:24 AM UTC-4 Garth wrote:
> Me thinks you're pursuing very marginal gains in trying to rationalize the
> wider tir
I have some Panaracer Ribmos that are equally eternal ( I'd argue), that
I'd be happy to move along for little $$. 700x35. They are not supple.
They are pretty bombproof - I have probably put 500 miles on them and still
many to go.
Will
On Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 12:07:51 PM
Definitely check out VeloMine.
On Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 5:52:49 AM UTC-4 Mike Rossi wrote:
> Velomine has Velocity Quills laced to Miche Primato hubs for $420. I
> bought the exact same wheel set from them over a year ago for my Cross
> Check that I use to get back and forth to work. They’
I have my spare wire coiled and stuffed in the space between the fork crown
and fender. Less than elegant, but it works.
Will
On Monday, March 10, 2025 at 8:17:09 AM UTC-4 Brian Turner wrote:
> Laing- I purchased an Edelux II from another member several years ago, and
> it cam
k spring that's
the culprit there. Luckily I only ride the bike 1x/year :)
Will
On Wednesday, March 12, 2025 at 5:23:13 PM UTC-4 isp...@gmail.com wrote:
> Two good suggestions above that I will try. Thank you!
> It also occurred to me that I could dremel-off the teeth from a parts bi
But...who has a tube that narrow anymore? :)
Will
On Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 10:28:18 PM UTC-5 Steve wrote:
> I missed that blog - thank for the link Tio.
>
> And kudos to Pam for her stroke of genius. Creative Repurposing- I love
> it!
>
> Steve in AVL
>
es, so I
> don’t think the short box ones would work, but I might give the AliExpress
> ones a try. Will, do you know if the price is for one or two? Cheap either
> way, just not clear on the site.
>
> - Bruce
>
> On Sat, Mar 29, 2025 at 2:43 PM Will Boericke wrote:
land rocks.
If you haven't flatted in memory, there is certainly no benefit - carry on
with tubes!
Will
On Thursday, March 20, 2025 at 8:50:13 PM UTC-4 Jason Fuller wrote:
> Tubeless is definitely in the "over-hyped" category for me, as someone who
> also rarely gets fla
I put a set like these on a 26 to 650b conversion - they worked great, as
is true of all v brakes in my experience. They are not.particularly sexy..
..
https://a.aliexpress.com/_mqZRHz9
Will
On Saturday, March 29, 2025 at 2:13:45 PM UTC-4 Conway Bennett wrote:
> Box components, a bmx br
table.
Will
On Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 8:26:40 AM UTC-4 Nicholas A wrote:
> I used to race bikes, I still watch bike racing, I may even go back to
> bike racing when my kids are older, it makes me happy.
>
> I don't own any race bikes anymore. I have two, hopefully la
I bought my wife a Bivo for Xmas - she uses is for swimming (at the end of
the pool), and loves it. I have not converted on the bike but am generally
also trying to eliminate plastic from my life. It is hard.
Will near Boston
On Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 1:55:04 PM UTC-4 Ben Miller wrote
spacer needed (which there is
in my case).
Will
On Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 8:32:34 PM UTC-4 jeff.ze...@gmail.com wrote:
> I am zeroing in on how I want to set things up for the maiden (multi-day)
> voyage on my 60cm Sam Hillborne. I ordered a Tubus Tara rack that arrived
> today. I wa
Skinny tires certainly bring home the difference between supple and
non-supple, as well as the importance of setting tire pressure
appropriately. Larger tires are more forgiving on both fronts, IMO.
Will
On Monday, May 12, 2025 at 2:56:31 PM UTC-4 Patrick Moore wrote:
> … feel *har
If I'm riding on pavement for more than 2 hours, at my weight I don't want
more than 28mm tires. Or at least this is what I tell myself to justify
the number of bikes I have ...
Will
On Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 1:37:51 PM UTC-4 Peter Bridge wrote:
> Because you have
Ortliebs on the Tara are rock solid.They do not bounce off.
Will
On Thu, May 8, 2025, 7:16 PM John Bokman wrote:
> I have had a set of Taras for years. They are great on Sam! Unfortunately
> I can't upload my pictures (message too big). They are great load carriers.
> Ligh
I was just going to say: ride it in the rain. This will definitely shape
it faster. My buddy broke his B17 in on a weekend bikepacking trip with a
full day of riding in the pouring rain. It went from brand new to
perfectly formed over that day.
Will near Boston
On Monday, May 19, 2025 at
You could even soak the saddle and ride it with a plastic bag over it in
dry weather. Soaking it is how you reshape anyway, for vintage /
distressed saddles.
Will
On Monday, May 19, 2025 at 7:16:45 AM UTC-4 meti...@gmail.com wrote:
> Good morning on the day I go rogue with my stiff
The leather saddles on my commuters get wet almost weekly. Both are 40+
years old (not all in my possession). Still going strong. A Brooks saddle
is a sturdy beast - you don't need to baby it.
Will
On Mon, May 19, 2025 at 9:17 AM Michael Morrissey <
michaelgmorris...@gmail.com>
I carry less than half of that. I have a chain tool on my multi tool, it
works fine. That plus tire lever, tube, pump, spare link. Tubeless
accessories, that's about it.
Will near Boston
On Monday, May 26, 2025 at 5:28:17 PM UTC-4 Matthew Williams wrote:
> Hi everyone,
>
>
I like DT swiss hubs to a decently wide aluminum rim with 28ish spokes.
That setup can get you in the 1400 - 1500g territory. Carbon rim can drop
maybe 100g / rim; in my book that's not worth the braking worry, but might
be interesting. I do like carbon for disc wheels.
Will
On M
I agree that this situation seems like a call for unguent of some sort.
Chamois cream, etc. I use Eucerin because I have a giant tub that has
lasted me 10 years. It seems only necessary for me on long, hot days.
Will
On Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 10:46:25 AM UTC-4 eric...@gmail.com wrote
The Tara has multiple mounting points at the fork end - this should allow
some vertical adjustment, depending on where you bolt it.
On Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 1:36:11 PM UTC-4 J Imler wrote:
> [image: IMG_8861.png]
> I think I flipped the side rails.
>
> On Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 1:48:57 AM
Sugru! Perfect use case.
Will
On Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 1:49:30 PM UTC-4 Bill Lindsay wrote:
> The only smart thing to do then is order a set. Shimano barcon shifters
> can last a lot longer than the end pieces do. I've got a set on the way
> for the repair parts box.
I love Brian's work. D-ring on the fender is to take it off for packing
(or maybe roof rack).
Those brakes: GC 710? Lovely.
Will
On Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 9:18:32 AM UTC-4 Ryan wrote:
> Those details on that bike! Just stunning...and carefully curated. I'll
> bet it
12L for me for a credit-card tour. I'm a notoriously light packer,
though. One set of everything and do some wash. 4L each handlebar bag,
half-frame pack and saddle bag. Sandals strapped on top of the saddle bag.
Will
On Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 3:52:01 AM UTC-4 Nick Payne wrote:
e can
download and follow.
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I may be interested in your bike if you still have it.. Would love to see
some more pics though.
On Sunday, March 28, 2021 at 10:27:14 AM UTC-7 kyleco...@gmail.com wrote:
> I am going to be selling my 54cm Saluki, but I'm wondering how much to
> ask. I bought it in 2006-7, serial SA0C54. It's
Ding!
wrote:
> I'm greatly enjoying reading your impressions and seeing the details in
> the photos. Will and Maia summed it up well - I've thought all those same
> thoughts about my own Platypus. I also really think this is the most
> sparkle Riv has ever put in a paint j
;
> On Thursday, April 22, 2021 at 11:55:18 PM UTC-5 will...@yahoo.com wrote:
>
>> Thanks Leah. I have definitely narrowed it down to a Sam or an Appaloosa
>> for myself, in that order. A Sam in Mermaid would probably be my ultimate
>> Riv. Nothing against the mixte, I'm j
I am 5'11" on a good day. My PBH is 82CM.
I really want a Sam but am not overly enthusiastic about running 650B
wheels and tires. Would really prefer 700C. I have lots of parts on hand
and all of it is 700C.
The challenge is that the 54cm Sam they sell these days requires minimum
PBH of 83CM
C-7 David Hays wrote:
> Will,
> I second what Jason said.
> I’m 5’ 71/2”. Maybe 5’8” on a good day with a tailwind.
> I have a PBH of 83 and ride a 56cm Homer from the time they ran 650B.
> I’m running Hetres and am quite comfortable with ‘space’ and fit.
> Best.
>
> David
>
Wow, overwhelming amount of responses. Much appreciated all!
I think that I will definitely need the 55 or 54 (buying used so will
depend on what pops up) since I do plan to run upright bars of some kind.
Now just need to find one. This last weekend, there were at least 4x Sams
that went up
Sounds like fun. That said, I will need a Rivendell of my own before we can
do an official 805 Riv ride. I'm on the hunt as we speak.
On Monday, April 26, 2021 at 2:37:03 PM UTC-7 Roberta wrote:
> Tom--Exciting news! I hope you live close and get it built for rides
> t
Hey folks,
I need a Rivendell to ride with my wife, now that she has a Platypus.
Building up her Platy and riding it a bit really made me want a Rivendell
of my own again. I owned a Bombadil many years ago and really miss that
bike now.
That said, I have settled on wanting a canti Sam Hillbor
lls:
>
>
> https://maine.craigslist.org/bik/d/bustins-island-rivendell-sam-hillborne/7304637824.html
>
> 52cm:
>
> https://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/bik/d/lynnwood-rivendell-sam-hillborne-650b/7305470008.html
>
>
>
>
> On Apr 27, 2021, at 12:33 PM, 'Wi
We went with the Soma Supple Vitesse SL 48's on Maia's Platypus. They are
absolutely fantastic tires, truly. I would not hesitate to recommend the
Shikoro's based on what I know, since they are in essence very similar
tires, just with added flat protection.
Depending on the width of your rims,
I have the stem for you if you want to email me direct
On Tuesday, June 1, 2021 at 9:32:17 AM UTC-7 John Woo wrote:
> Hello folks, and happy Summer.
>
> I know bike parts can be scarce as hen's teeth, so I'm casting a wide net
> for components for an upcoming 9-speed Sam Hillborne build:
>
> - 2
Would love to find a mildly used set of Paul Racer brakes in silver with
the recessed mounts. May have parts to trade or cash.
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Looking at a fancy crankset to put on my Sam.
What are folks opinions of these models that are currently available for
purchase?
Velo Orange vs Grand Cru, vs SUNXCD vs Rene Herse Grand Bois
If you could choose between these, which would you go with? Cost is
definitely a factor obviously but i
oops, its only 3x cranks not 4x like it suggests above. Should be:
Velo Orange Grand Cru, vs SUNXCD vs Rene Herse Grand Bois
On Friday, June 4, 2021 at 3:53:11 PM UTC-7 Will Horton wrote:
>
> Looking at a fancy crankset to put on my Sam.
>
> What are folks opinions of these mod
Thanks everyone for all the feedback. Really hard decision overall. I ended
up ordering the SUNXCD cranks in 172.5 and 46/30 from veloduo. I really
wanted 44/30 or 44/28 but that range was out of stock. I almost went for
the cloverleaf chainring version as they had the gear range I wanted but I
I also have several sets of the shimano bar end pods if you or anyone else
needs em
On Friday, July 2, 2021 at 11:50:18 AM UTC-7 eric...@gmail.com wrote:
> Mindful of that protruberance, Mr. Lindsay!
>
> [image: Screen Shot 2021-07-02 at 2.49.13 PM.png]
>
> On Thursday, July 1, 2021 at 8:52:2
mine creaked as well until I greased the bolts and the bar clamp interface.
when it first started, i dripped a tiny bit of tri-flo under the bar/stem
interface and that stopped it immediately. Then when i had time, I took it
all apart and greased as above and the creak has not come back.
On Tu
On Saturday, August 27, 2022 at 2:08:59 PM UTC-7 Will Horton wrote:
> [image: IMG_4264.png]For Sale: Minty 2015 55CM Sam Hillborne.
>
> I got this bike over a year ago from the original owner, whose wife
> rarely rode it. I took the last year and made it my own. I have also barely
SOLD
On Saturday, September 3, 2022 at 10:56:18 AM UTC-7 Will Horton wrote:
> Lower price bump with a cheaper build options offered
>
> $2100 - Complete as shown
>
> $1900 - Omit the paul racer brakes and substitute the original side pull
> Tektro brakes for $200 credit
&g
Thank you so much everyone for the purchases.
All sold other than:
• Brooks Challenge Saddle Bag in Antique Brown - $40
• Brooks Microfiber bar tape in Honey (unused) - $10 with another purchase
On Monday, September 12, 2022 at 11:26:28 AM UTC-7 Will Horton wrote:
> Here we have a n
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