Good read! Thanks Max for sharing the link - I just may have to add the
site to my list of cycling related bookmarks.
On Sunday, October 29, 2023 at 7:27:45 AM UTC-4 maxcr wrote:
> I read this and it’s the kind of thing I love about bikes and good people
> around bikes, good read for a rainy
Brent, I grabbed a a leather pair of the clogs when they were first
released and I have to agree with you - my feet also found then lacking
adequate arch support. As for cycling in them, the soles are also a bit
soft and flexy for my taste.
So there you go - I like them for casual wear, but
What did Roberta get ??? Inquiring minds want to know !!!
On Thursday, November 9, 2023 at 11:16:34 PM UTC-5 Kim H. wrote:
> The suspense grows. I can hear it now.
>
> On Thursday, November 9, 2023 at 7:35:03 PM UTC-8 Roberta wrote:
>
>> I’m waiting for some of the parts to come in. I’ll post a
Modemmisuser, have you looked at the Redshift Cruise Control system for
drop bars? I've used the upper pads with a VO Porteur bar, so a slightly
different application than a drop bar, but I thought they were well made.
They're worth considering - link below.
You might also consider reducing y
https://redshiftsports.com/products/cruise-control-drop-bar-grips
On Thursday, November 16, 2023 at 10:31:19 PM UTC-5 Steve wrote:
> Modemmisuser, have you looked at the Redshift Cruise Control system for
> drop bars? I've used the upper pads with a VO Porteur bar, so a slightly
John Rinker, nice photos!I want to ride that trail !!! (or one like
it). Southern Arizona?
Steve (in the leafy North Carolina Appalachians)
On Thursday, November 16, 2023 at 7:10:17 PM UTC-5 Eric Marth wrote:
> Love it, John!
>
> Here's one from today. Not pictured: nox
filet brazed middle stays. And, BTW, Sheldon
Brown was wrong - a mixtie is NOT just a "ladies bike".
https://www.sheldonbrown.com/gloss_m.html#mixte
Steve
On Saturday, November 18, 2023 at 2:50:53 PM UTC-5 Joe Bernard wrote:
> All those colorful parts from your Clem on an Ana
Jason, nice build - and a nice pic too. I'm starting to lust after those
Moto-Lites.
On Sunday, November 19, 2023 at 10:19:37 PM UTC-5 J wrote:
> SallyG and Eric
> I remember my first week in the bay area after when I didn't yet have the
> confidence to ride far from the house, I ran into two t
An Albastache with drop bar levers?
I'm sure some Homer riders will chime in with their thoughts, but I've
found that mustache style bars can strike a happy compromise between swept
back designs and drop bars. The trick I think is to get the height and
reach dialed in so they provide both a c
If Rivendell riders are a bit of a global tribe, then Platypus riders are
one its most distinguished clans (I'm sure).
Ben, welcome to the Platypus Clan
Steve
Asheville, NC
On Saturday, November 25, 2023 at 2:11:40 PM UTC-5 Brian Turner wrote:
> Congrats, Ben! I can’t wait to tak
67. Asking $40.
Will do both for $95. Buyer covers shipping cost from North Carolina (if
interested PM with your zip code and I'll have the packaging store give me
a quote). I'm in Asheville, NC; happy to arrange for pick up. Will accept
PayPal (friends & family). Thanks for loo
pt
PayPal (friends & family). Thanks for looking.
Steve
On Friday, December 1, 2023 at 6:01:31 PM UTC-5 Steve wrote:
> [image: FullSizeR.jpeg][image: IMG_1764.jpeg]B67: Very good condition.
> Used for no more than 500 miles. Leather has not required re-tensioning.
> Nice
B68 has been spoken for.
On Friday, December 1, 2023 at 6:07:13 PM UTC-5 jaredwilson wrote:
> PM sent
>
> On Friday, December 1, 2023 at 3:06:43 PM UTC-8 jaredwilson wrote:
>
>> Will take the b68
>>
>> On Friday, December 1, 2023 at 3:06:15 PM UTC-8 steve...@gma
Kim, congrats on the Clem. The best bikes are always the ones that fit.
That fender ornament is too fun !!! There must be a story behind it.
Reminds me of a classic Packard.
[image: Antique Packard Automobile Hood Ornament Jigsaw Puzzle by Vintage
Images]
On Sunday, December 3, 2023 at 11:
*Bump* -- B67 remains for sale (The 68 has been sold). Offers accepted.
On Saturday, December 2, 2023 at 11:16:01 AM UTC-5 Steve wrote:
> B68 has been spoken for.
>
> On Friday, December 1, 2023 at 6:07:13 PM UTC-5 jaredwilson wrote:
>
>> PM sent
>>
>> On Friday,
Pads, brakes, brake levers, rim braking surface, and even the frame and
fork that the brakes are mounted on -- they are an integrated system, they
all work together to slow and/or stop the spinning wheels. Change any one
part and, for better or worse, you've altered the system.
On Tuesday, De
Matthew, be sure to show it off with some pics when you get the PolyV built
up. I think they're an intriguing frameset, both the Lowkicker and the
diamond. Not trying to influence you here, but I love this Blue Lug build:
On Friday, December 8, 2023 at 12:38:12 PM UTC-5 Josh C wrote:
> Love i
if not, here it is:
http://simplecycle-marc.blogspot.com/2011/02/me-and-mixte.html
Steve
On Monday, December 11, 2023 at 9:13:52 AM UTC-5 sarahlik...@gmail.com
wrote:
> Tim, that is exciting news! And please post pictures because we need more
> men on mixtes! Every time I find one I show my fia
og post from 2011, if not,
here it is:
http://simplecycle-marc.blogspot.com/2011/02/me-and-mixte.html
Steve
On Monday, December 11, 2023 at 9:13:52 AM UTC-5 sarahlik...@gmail.com
wrote:
> Tim, that is exciting news! And please post pictures because we need more
> men on mixtes! Every
build them for me using their Racer
hubs instead of the 350s. Before I pull the trigger though I'd love to hear
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Brett, Congrats on the new Platypus. I built one up this past summer (50cm
with 650b wheels) and have been loving it. I have to concur with your first
impression - not particularly fast, but supremely comfortable. And I'll add
"capable and sure footed' to the descriptors. It has acquitted itself
ized stainless steel
fasteners, albeit over priced.
Steve
On Monday, December 11, 2023 at 7:57:40 PM UTC-5 Roberta wrote:
> I lost the screw that keeps the German mirror housing snugged, so the
> mirror doesn't flop around. Does anyone know what size screw I need or
> have on
Thank you guys for sharing your thoughts/opinions. Definitely going with DB
spokes, upon your advice.
Velocity Quills and DT Swiss 350s it will be - NWD (new wheels day) coming
soon for me!
Steve, the Lousy Poet
On Monday, December 11, 2023 at 9:49:33 PM UTC-5 Ed Carolipio wrote:
> Like
MARVELOUS!!! Thank you Patrick for sharing this.
On Friday, December 22, 2023 at 5:59:04 AM UTC-5 ascpgh wrote:
> That was wonderful.
>
> If you move the cursor to the progress bar below the video but not stop,
> rewind or advance the frame , becomes a profile such as a ride route. Very
> sub
3:02:30 AM UTC-5 Roberta wrote:
>
> Wow it looks great. I didn’t even see the fenders until you pointed them
> out. By being understated, the graceful frame is more of a standout. I
> haven’t thought of taking my Platy off road, but perhaps I will now.
> Roberta
> On Satur
ique adapted to the
spiked flats. I sprang for a pair of flat MTB shoes, which I found play
very nicely with the pedals. I'd arrived at Grant's point of view - though
perhaps for a different reason.
So there you have it; when your knees are trying to tell you something -
listen to
brakes). I
exchanged emails with a gentleman in the shop named Drew who took the time
to look at some pics of my fork and determined that it "should work" - and
it did.
My first choice is always my favorite LBS, followed by RBW - - but there
are times when they just don't have what I&
Nice build Kai - for sure the wildest Rivendell I've seen yet. Just looking
at your pics makes me want to go bike packing. Dare I say gnarly ?!?
Sooner or later it's gonna snow and you're gonna miss that two wheeled
pack mule .
On Thursday, January 4, 2024 at 9:31:47 AM UTC-5 mcgr...@gmail.c
back in my student days.
Steve in Asheville, NC
On Friday, January 5, 2024 at 3:59:20 PM UTC-5 Ron Mc wrote:
>
> John, one more thing while I'm thinking about it.
> The F106 opens from the bottom front toward the rear - what I wanted to
> add, it doesn't have a tombstone
recently
installed a 650b set of 62mm smooths on my Platypus. They are superb.
On Friday, January 5, 2024 at 9:31:08 PM UTC-5 Ron Mc wrote:
> Hi Steve, 700c.
> I've passed buying fender kits, and like the Honjo blanks from Jitensha,
> so I can drill all my own holes.
> [i
recently
installed a 650b set of 62mm smooths on my Platypus. They are superb.
On Friday, January 5, 2024 at 9:31:08 PM UTC-5 Ron Mc wrote:
> Hi Steve, 700c.
> I've passed buying fender kits, and like the Honjo blanks from Jitensha,
> so I can drill all my own holes.
> [image: M0u
be finished out until I've put some miles on it - which
explains my ever burgeoning collection of spare parts.
Steve in Asheville, NC
On Saturday, January 6, 2024 at 2:52:27 PM UTC-5 Tim Bantham wrote:
> Congrats Don! Looks like a nice build. My new Homer frameset is hanging in
> my
c
is.
Steve in Asheville
On Saturday, January 6, 2024 at 3:14:10 PM UTC-5 Jason Fuller wrote:
> My two hypotheses are 1) the frame stiffness is perfectly matched to your
> power output at optimal cadence, so you do get that energy return known as
> planing and/or 2) the fit is perfec
Tio, you've got yourself a good looking Platypus there!!! It's always
nice to see another Man On A Mixte. Enjoy!!!
Steve
Platypus
Ritchey Outback
Sampson Silverton 650b conversion
On Thursday, January 11, 2024 at 12:38:44 PM UTC-5 tio ryan wrote:
> After years of admirati
Tio - I meant to ask about the bag -- Inverted MTB portage bag?
On Thursday, January 11, 2024 at 7:18:31 PM UTC-5 Steve wrote:
> Tio, you've got yourself a good looking Platypus there!!! It's always
> nice to see another Man On A Mixte. Enjoy!!!
>
> Steve
> P
the front end. Shifting
between the 3 rings with the chain running in the middle cogs yields steps
of ~ 10 gear inches. Over the right terrain I've been able to amuse myself
by using only the front derailleur.
Steve
On Thursday, January 11, 2024 at 12:29:16 PM UTC-5 Joe Bernard wrote:
&
e for liking their
bling even more.
You know though, Paul brakes are not just pretty - I think you'll be amazed
by their performance.
Steve in Asheville
On Thursday, January 11, 2024 at 8:56:52 PM UTC-5 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding!
wrote:
> Big time APPROVE?! I have seen APPROVE bef
My goals for 2024 are to enjoy every ride I take and to break for coffee
outdoors on any ride over one hour in duration. We'll see if I can achieve
them.
Steve in Asheville
On Friday, January 12, 2024 at 8:19:54 PM UTC-5 ttoshi wrote:
> I'm planning on completing a 200k,
I just now joined the club!
I like the idea - Good on you G.P. & good on RBW.
https://www.rivbike.com/collections/bicycle-fan-club?mc_cid=58d4e2075a&mc_eid=5d4cbaf1a4
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On Friday, January 12, 2024 at 9:50:00 PM UTC-5 Steve wrote:
> I just now joined the club!
>
> I like the idea - Good on you G.P. & good on RBW.
>
>
> https://www.rivbike.com/collections/bicycle-fan-club?mc_cid=58d4e2
bsessions - but regardless, the result is still a benefit to the society I
live in.
I will be proudly displaying my Bicycle Fan Club patch in the map pocket of
my handlebar bag and keeping my eye peeled for fellow BFC members.
Steve in Asheville
On Saturday, January 13, 2024 at 6:12:32 PM UTC-5 Ron
ts to melt you just might
need some fenders.
Steve -- on a 2022 Mermaid Platypus
On Monday, January 15, 2024 at 12:25:32 AM UTC-5 Joe Bernard wrote:
> That's a nice bike! I totally agree about trigger shifters, they work and
> I love them. The derailleur my trigger works with on m
John, well said!!! At the risk of using a word that has become
trivialized by consumer culture, you have eloquently described the Zen of
cycling. I don't find it on every ride, but it is indeed my goal, and is
what keeps me coming back for more.
Steve
On Sunday, January 14, 2024 at
Brian, I have to second it - great ride report. Maybe next year I can make
it down from NC to add another Riv to the mix. Might be fun to put those
big knobbies on a Platypus. I should mention though - I hate that kind of
mud, it grinds away the drive train.
Steve in Asheville
On Monday
Here's what the man has to say about fender clearances for several of his
brakes, including the Motolites and Minimotos--- (I happened .to
watch this one when II was considering brakes for my Platypus. Wound up
going with Deore Vs but they might turn out to be a placeholder for
Motolites)
Here's what the man has to say about fender clearances for several of his
brakes, including the Motolites and Minimotos--- (I happened .to
watch this one when II was considering brakes for my Platypus. Wound up
going with Deore Vs but they might turn out to be a placeholder for
Motolites)
Patrick, this reference lists the Minimoto as having an 83mm arm length.
Compare that to the length of your current brakes.
https://gravelbikearchive.wordpress.com/2014/06/20/v-brake-arm-lengths/.
On Monday, January 15, 2024 at 10:40:23 PM UTC-5 Patrick Moore wrote:
> Thanks, Cal, that's he
You've piqued my curiosity - what's the bike?
Steve
On Tuesday, January 16, 2024 at 12:57:17 PM UTC-5 Patrick Moore wrote:
> The moderator and others can correct me, but I think that if the bike in
> question is relatively aligned with Rivendell tastes and might appeal to
>
ze large. Fits more like a medium. I am 5’10”. Riv
>> content? My Gus has taken it’s place.
>> Sent from my iPhone
>>
>> On Jan 16, 2024, at 4:38 PM, Steve wrote:
>>
>> You've piqued my curiosity - what's the bike?
>>
>> Steve
>>
>
I've been keeping an eye open for a frame pump for my 50cm Platy as well -
and wondering why RBW spec'ed such a short span for the pump peg.
I'd love to hang a Silca Impero on it, but even their small (44 - 49 cm /
17.3 - 19.3 in.) appears to be a bit too long.
Steve i
r review of the Paul Motolites.
Steve in Asheville
On Wednesday, January 17, 2024 at 6:27:46 PM UTC-5 Ryan wrote:
> Approve!!!it's a stunner
>
> On Wednesday, January 17, 2024 at 4:44:01 PM UTC-6 JAS wrote:
>
>> Now you've done it! That's the fanciest Platy I&#x
Brenton, I d mount the RD on at this point and put it through its pace on
the work stand.
Steve
On Saturday, January 20, 2024 at 3:28:07 PM UTC-5 brenton...@gmail.com
wrote:
> Hi all,
>
> Rear: 11-36, front: 46-34-22
>
> I'm using the big-big chain sizing method rec
round inside the bag. It's a low cost, light
weight solution that repurposes bit of plastic that is otherwise destined
for the land fill.
Your Schwinn looks like a sweet little bike in its own right.
Steve in Asheville
On Saturday, January 27, 2024 at 12:43:31 AM UTC-5 Pam Bikes wrote:
> T
I follow the Snob, he's alright.
I've owned a carbon fiber bike, it was alright.
On Monday, January 29, 2024 at 8:24:49 PM UTC-5 John Rinker wrote:
> Thanks for sharing this link Keith. I do enjoy the irreverence of Eben,
> but he certainly seems to be tempering as he ages. Among the salient po
swap the upright bars for drops and
take it on the road.
Steve in Asheville
On Tuesday, January 30, 2024 at 3:56:47 AM UTC-5 Tom Wyland wrote:
> I'm not sure if this answers the question but perhaps it will help. I run
> 63mm VO Fluted fenders on my Platypus. The stated max tire s
Thanks for sharing Doug. It was refreshing to hear a shop owner critique
high end race bikes. Any idea where the guy's shop is located? His
personal All Rounder looked pretty sharp.
Steve in Asheville
On Tuesday, January 30, 2024 at 8:14:34 AM UTC-5 Doug H. wrote:
> It's a fun
might need
to epoxy the sleeves to secure them to the stays if they wind up too thin
walled to use the set screws.
Regarding running knobbies with 3+cm of fender clearance (that's HUGE!):
there's only one way to know for sure
[image: Happy smiley face or emoticon line art icon for ap
I never would have considered pink as a desired color for a bike of my own
-- until I laid eyes on a Crust Bombora. Bill, I'm laying down a bet that
your Roadeo Rosa will out bombora the Bombora!!! I'm eagerly awaiting
some glamour pics of the beauty.
Steve in Asheville
On Friday
7 saddle, front rack, a 44-34-24 triple
crankset, and of course, plump tires (42mm RH slicks under 62mm Honjos).
The more I ride it the more I love it. So, needless to say, I'm
digging your Platypus!!!
Steve In Asheville
On Sunday, February 11, 2024 at 7:49:05 AM UTC-5 sarahlik...@gm
waiting for it
Waiting For It
WAITING FOR IT
!!!
On Thursday, February 15, 2024 at 8:15:47 AM UTC-5 Ryan wrote:
> No kidding, Leah! I am dying to see this bike! Bill, you've been waiting a
> long time for it...mind you, I know you have a large stable, but still...
>
> On Thursday, February 1
Okay, I'll bitewhat is this rule #8 of which you speak?
On Thursday, February 15, 2024 at 6:44:14 PM UTC-5 Bill Lindsay wrote:
> SMH
>
> Meditate on Rule #8, consider my Legolas, meditate much longer on Rule #8,
> and then recite Rule #8
>
> Bill Lindsay
> El Cerrito, CA
>
> On Thursday, Feb
inline. Good luck!
Steve in Asheville
On Friday, February 16, 2024 at 1:07:21 PM UTC-5 Adam wrote:
> Hi all,
>
> A while back I posted about low q, low-range cranks for my Hillborne.
>
> I just ordered one of the VO 46/30s, which seems like a good option at the
> price. I
I sheepishly asked "What is this rule #8...?"
Now I know -- and not just #8, but all 95 of them! Thank you Bill & John
Dewey for the illuminating me about the Velominati --- but now I can't stop
giggling.
On Friday, February 16, 2024 at 3:31:58 PM UTC-5 Bill Lindsay wrote:
> Yes, I've modifie
ve
>>>>>>> the tires, saddle and handlebars all black. Meditating on a rule is
>>>>>>> one of
>>>>>>> the joke-penance things that the Velominati tell people to do.
>>>>>>> Meditating
>>>>>>> on
Ron, judging from the pic your Gus looks to be one of filet brazed models?
Nicely done build! I've been thinking about a Homer, but more and more the
ATB qualities of the Gus/Susie and even the Platypus are looking
attractive, and I think would be a better successor for my hard tail carbon
fib
Discreet bells?Nah...no need to be discrete. Make a statement - wear
your bell proudly! They're the mark of a courteous rider.
On Friday, June 30, 2023 at 2:22:02 PM UTC-4 mrg...@gmail.com wrote:
> It's plastic but this is my favorite bell
> https://mirrycle.com/item/incredibell-jellibell/
ypus.
Hmmmgo figure.
YES - let's do it again! Awesome bikes. Lovely people. Tasty Kool Aid.
Steve from Asheville
On Thursday, July 13, 2023 at 8:23:24 PM UTC-4 J J wrote:
> Wow… it looks like such a brilliant gathering—fun people, beautiful
> scenery, great vibes, and lovely bi
Thanks for sharing this Max. I enjoy geeking out on the numbers!
On Friday, July 14, 2023 at 7:50:46 PM UTC-4 maxcr wrote:
> Here's a little nugget from Will's email, I know a few people were looking
> for the geo charts of the new frames.
> Max
>
>
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Thanks Dave! Deore it is then!
I'll be posting pics probably as soon as I get it on the road. I love an
excuse to take glamour shots of my bikes in the wild (it gives me a reason
to dismount and rest for a moment)
On Saturday, July 15, 2023 at 11:18:41 AM UTC-4 DavidP wrote:
> St
s. BTW, I had a similar problem when posting
pics on this site. Reducing their digital size seems to have resolved it
Steve
On Tuesday, July 18, 2023 at 7:01:17 PM UTC-4 Josh C wrote:
> My first attempt at this. The site is a bit old tech. It kept telling me
> that my post was too long,
George, I went to school at BSU in the '70s as well. Wound up in Muncie
for nearly the entire decade. Had some good times riding the backroads in
that area. Some of it was on an old canti-framed Schwinn I paid $20 for and
built up as a "Little 500" racer; drop bars, coaster brake, and a rattl
any of its kin, how would you do the build? I'd enjoy hearing
any thoughts, opinions, or words of wisdom.
Steve
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Oh my darling Clementine.Gotta ask about that rear wheel.
Pneumatic suspension. or ???
On Sunday, September 10, 2023 at 2:29:22 PM UTC-4 Alex Wirth wrote:
> My Dad was caretaking this beauty for the last couple years but has since
> moved on to something with even lower step-thr
Eddie, your initial post asking " how does shorter or longer stem effect
steering?" has generated a a lot of interesting discussion about steering
dynamics - but it seems that what you really want to get at is which size
Roadini will work best for you with upright bars.
You might start by taki
's not just the length of the stem that determines how a bike handles
with any given handlebar or riding position, it's the sum of all the parts.
Steve
On Monday, September 11, 2023 at 2:49:24 PM UTC-4 Garth wrote:
> Patrick, from my experience with the Bombadil, which has a rather
As a semi-fanatical fender freak (aluminum please!) who advocates their use
for nearly any and all bikes, I feel obliged to share that after rolling
over several thousand miles of gravel forest service roads my tire kicked
an unidentified object up into the front fender while at speed. It was
p
tick in his front fender. He ended up in an air ambulance as
> I recall. Of course, he was running knobies with his fenders, which is
> always a bad Idea.
>
> On Friday, September 15, 2023 at 6:28:06 PM UTC-7 steve...@gmail.com
> wrote:
>
>> As a semi-fanatical fender fre
-hand, I'd probably say "oh, I'll get to that later" and karma would get
> me right in that moment.
>
> Bill Lindsay
> El Cerrito, CA
>
>
> On Friday, September 15, 2023 at 6:28:06 PM UTC-7 steve...@gmail.com
> wrote:
>
>> As a semi-fanatica
Abso-F'n-lutely Beautiful !!!
Go Pink!
On Tuesday, February 20, 2024 at 8:31:40 AM UTC-5 ascpgh wrote:
> What a build Bill.
>
> I said to Leah when she was considering the plunge for some bespoke bits
> that as you ride more, your experiences forge preferences for particular
> bike pieces
I say it's OK to geek out over bikes - especially if it's a unique
Rivendell.
Steve in Asheville --- Waiting for the official photo shoot glamour pics.
On Tuesday, February 20, 2024 at 10:41:11 PM UTC-5 Bikie#4646 wrote:
> *"Those who do will appreciate the richness of de
Diana, love your photography - and - love your Platy with the Chocos. (I'm
admittedly biased, but your bike puts both the Salsa and the Kona to shame)
On Wednesday, March 6, 2024 at 6:48:18 PM UTC-5 John Rinker wrote:
> Excellent trip report Diana! You and your friends covered a lot of
> beaut
solve the
riddle.
Steve
On Thursday, March 14, 2024 at 9:11:32 PM UTC-4 Michael Morrissey wrote:
> Hi Vincent,
>
> That Clem is beautiful, but your shifting issue sounds frustrating. Are
> you running a 9-speed cassette in the back? I had the indexing Sunrace
> thumbie
John, excellent! Nice photos too. Thanks for sharing your experience with
us. As a South-easterner (North Carolina) I find the Southwest exotically
beautiful - and in particular, the Sonoran desert.
Steve
On Friday, March 15, 2024 at 7:15:30 AM UTC-4 mathiass...@gmail.com wrote:
> Gr
I'm following with interest - and though my mixte (Platypus) sports
V-brakes I've had similar questions in my effort to smooth out the pull of
the rear brake. I've tried routing the cable through the short guide brazed
on the seat tube as well as bypassing it. Didn't seem to make much
differenc
cal. On a bike without fenders that pulley is going to get dirty.
Steve
On Sunday, March 31, 2024 at 10:11:46 AM UTC-4 Garth wrote:
> It may be less but would it really matter enough to notice it in brake
> funtion I can't say as every setup is unique.
> The main thing wit
my approach may be a carry over from motorcycling, but
it works for me.
Steve
On Sunday, March 31, 2024 at 11:38:37 AM UTC-4 Joe Bernard wrote:
> You may get a little smoother (less gritty-feeling) action at the brake
> lever because the cable is making one less turn at the seat lug, b
feels more stable,
controlled, and a bit easier on the tush.
Steve
On Sunday, March 31, 2024 at 2:55:11 PM UTC-4 Patrick Moore wrote:
> Grant extended the chainstays on my road customs from an XO-1-length 42 cm
> on the 1995 to 45 cm (to end of horizontal dropouts; Chauncey extended them
&g
feels more stable,
controlled, and a bit easier on the tush.
Steve
On Sunday, March 31, 2024 at 2:55:11 PM UTC-4 Patrick Moore wrote:
> Grant extended the chainstays on my road customs from an XO-1-length 42 cm
> on the 1995 to 45 cm (to end of horizontal dropouts; Chauncey extended them
&g
hear your impression of how it performs.
On Sunday, March 31, 2024 at 3:33:49 PM UTC-4 Joe Bernard wrote:
> Steve,
>
> I learned it from motorcycles, too. I run my rear brake with more travel
> than the front so it's hard to lock up, and use it as a drag brake on loose
> surf
How about "Chain of sausages vs Sausage patties" ?
On Wednesday, April 3, 2024 at 6:21:28 AM UTC-4 Ryan Ogilvie wrote:
> What are long chain stays in this metaphor? :-)
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> Sent from my mobile device.
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> On Apr 2, 2024, at 11:26 PM, fiddl...@gmail.com
> wrote:
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> Ribeye vs Burger: both ge
How about "Spaghetti vs Macaroni" ?
On Wednesday, April 3, 2024 at 6:21:28 AM UTC-4 Ryan Ogilvie wrote:
> What are long chain stays in this metaphor? :-)
>
>
> Sent from my mobile device.
>
> On Apr 2, 2024, at 11:26 PM, fiddl...@gmail.com
> wrote:
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> Ribeye vs Burger: both get the same job
The fact that the "Friction vs Indexed" conversation has persisted for over
30 years now is testimony that both have their merits.
- My Rivendell with a 3x8 drivetrain and Silver 2 thumb shifters is, of
course, in friction mode (as was my 1970 ten speed Schwinn and my mid 70's
Raleigh). I like
ne has had long term experience with them (not
necessarily the WTB version). Any punctures, did they patch
satisfactorily? Longevity? Your impressions of the quality?
I'll add that they dropped about 200 grams of ugly fat from the wheels -
but that wasn't my main objective.
Steve
-
steep
descents, so I suppose I'll be doing my own field testing at that point.
Steve
https://www.renehersecycles.com/tpu-tubes-are-here/#:~:text=TPU%20stands%20for%20thermoplastic%20polyurethane,are%20safe%20with%20rim%20brakes.
https://www.tubolito.com/faq/
https://www.globalcyclingnetwork.co
were in the high teen to low twenties, which
would give me a bit more confidence in them, though Will doesn't sound like
he feels much love for them.
I appreciate the commentary. At some future date I'll post a 500 mile
review - sooner if
I ditch them.
Steve in AVL
On Saturday, Apri
n resulting in a ride that has felt less
> sluggish. I also had my saddle too low for a while which definitely wasn't
> helping..
>
> It’s interesting to see the variations on the Platypus frames from
> previous years -- lovely setup, Steve! I’ve been wondering what the
&
dividend in performance, especially when climbing or accelerating. It's
the same reason that I've long considered a primo wheel set to be a
worthwhile upgrade.
Steve in AVL
On Monday, April 22, 2024 at 5:23:39 PM UTC-4 four...@gmail.com wrote:
> seems like a lot of faff for a tu
paint job?
Steve in AVL
On Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at 4:24:18 PM UTC-4 exliontamer wrote:
> Put the Bullmoose on the Atlantis & I'm loving them. They really fit my
> short torso/long arms on the Atlantis. I have the stem maxed out in the
> photo for posterity's sake in cas
/never tried). You can pick these up
> for a silly good price usually too and they're so common in the Midwest it
> seems like they were giving them away.
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