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02-28-24, 08:24 PM
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Posted By dphilips

Handlebars are Ron's Ortho bars from Crust -...

Handlebars are Ron's Ortho bars from Crust - unfortunately on perpetual back order with over a year between stock shipments. The Orthos are very similar to 65cm Rivendell Toscos - just a touch wider...
01-01-24, 09:39 PM
Replies: 419
Views: 68,729
Posted By dphilips

Finally got the Devil built up: VO 52mm fenders...

Finally got the Devil built up: VO 52mm fenders (dimpled at stays and fork), Gravel King 700x38 slicks (a bit undersized on CR18s), Nitto Albastache bars. Gearing options are 40x19 or 42x17 single...
10-27-23, 06:43 PM
Replies: 1,186
Views: 390,702
Posted By dphilips

Here's a rebuild from this summer. I wasn't sure...

Here's a rebuild from this summer. I wasn't sure if the threadless headset disqualified it from this thread; best I can tell it's a 2002 Marin Madrone Trail, 20" (seems like it was an overseas...
08-21-23, 01:28 PM
Replies: 419
Views: 68,729
Posted By dphilips

Just a somewhat tangential data point regarding...

Just a somewhat tangential data point regarding frame weight - I just received a Handsome Devil frameset I pre-ordered last year. Given the state of the industry and lack of activity on Handsome's...
05-01-23, 01:05 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,760
Posted By dphilips

Interesting timing - I'm currently building up a...

Interesting timing - I'm currently building up a 130mm flip flop wheel to put a DOS Eno 17/19 on a Bianchi Volpe with 42/40 chainrings for 42x17 (68") and 40x19 (58"). This is a roadish/gravelish...
01-22-23, 07:39 PM
Replies: 1,384
Views: 523,857
Posted By dphilips

I'm just bit north of you. We had 2-ish inches on...

I'm just bit north of you. We had 2-ish inches on Friday that set up and rode really nice Saturday AM. Most of the trails have less than that and don't really need the fat tires yet but we have...
01-07-23, 07:47 PM
Replies: 1,384
Views: 523,857
Posted By dphilips

We had a little snow yesterday and I made it out...

We had a little snow yesterday and I made it out this morning while it was still sticking to the trees.
...
01-06-23, 02:59 PM
Replies: 419
Views: 68,729
Posted By dphilips

Looks great! I assume RTP fits in the back with...

Looks great! I assume RTP fits in the back with fenders but the front doesn't clear hence the smaller tire in front - the fork crown design is the limiting factor on tire clearance there. Honestly,...
12-27-22, 09:17 AM
Replies: 419
Views: 68,729
Posted By dphilips

Yes! For a roadish setup 1.8s are great on the...

Yes! For a roadish setup 1.8s are great on the XOXO (and you can fit fenders too).
I'm curious what the Naches Pass measure out to on those (Aeroheat?) rims?
11-04-22, 04:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 439
Posted By dphilips

That's a relief. I've been dreading the day I get...

That's a relief. I've been dreading the day I get a flat on mine (28 rear / 33 front on my "go fast" road bike).

The SV tires ride wonderfully. I was looking for a Rene Herse type tire at a lower...
10-15-22, 06:19 PM
Replies: 419
Views: 68,729
Posted By dphilips

Since swapping tires on my XOXO from 1.8s +...

Since swapping tires on my XOXO from 1.8s + fenders to 2.2s it's been seeing more dirt use. It's a really great mixed surface bike;I knew that before but the tire change really brings that to the...
09-15-22, 05:59 PM
Replies: 419
Views: 68,729
Posted By dphilips

Just a data point - but my notes say that my 2012...

Just a data point - but my notes say that my 2012 60cm frame is 4.96lbs (frame only; I guess I never weighed the fork).
Update - Weighed the whole bike at 26.74lbs as pictured above with the empty...
08-31-22, 12:18 PM
Replies: 419
Views: 68,729
Posted By dphilips

I went ahead and pulled the fenders to fit larger...

I went ahead and pulled the fenders to fit larger tires on my 2012 XOXO (https://www.bikeforums.net/21785168-post68.html). I wanted to go a bit more dirt oriented so was looking at Humptulips Ridge...
08-16-22, 12:47 PM
Replies: 419
Views: 68,729
Posted By dphilips

In the photo in this post...

In the photo in this post (https://www.bikeforums.net/21785168-post68.html) you can see a protector made from a bit of old leather belt (laced with dental floss). The bars I'm using now don't make...
10-11-21, 07:03 PM
Replies: 1,186
Views: 390,702
Posted By dphilips

Here's my recently rebuilt my Univega Alpina Uno....

Here's my recently rebuilt my Univega Alpina Uno. It spent a few years as a drop bar conversion (https://www.bikeforums.net/15669903-post1924.html) but I ended up moving the wheels and drivetrain to...
04-17-21, 12:10 PM
Replies: 1,161
Views: 312,726
Posted By dphilips

Most recent additions are VO wavy fenders...

Most recent additions are VO wavy fenders (650x58) and a Ruthworks wedge seat bag to go with the North St Pioneer 12 bar bag.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51085076487_69c20f3279_b.jpg...
01-06-21, 12:09 PM
Replies: 1,161
Views: 312,726
Posted By dphilips

:lol: ...

:lol:

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50621310048_357bcd2205_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2k8erRJ)

Soma Wolverine v4.0 Type-A size 58
Fyxation Sparta fork
42/18 gearing
650x48 tires tubeless...
01-06-21, 10:59 AM
Replies: 1,161
Views: 312,726
Posted By dphilips

Inexpensive but lightweight handle bar extension...

Inexpensive but lightweight handle bar extension mount repurposed as a decaleur for my North St. Pioneer 12 bar bag. The bag was ok without it but on rough trails would bounce against the headtube....
12-18-20, 09:52 AM
Replies: 7,515
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Posted By dphilips

I've also got a 60cm built up as an all-rounder...

I've also got a 60cm built up as an all-rounder that I've been enjoying for 6 years. I've posted some thoughts in the XOXO thread: https://www.bikeforums.net/21785168-post68.html
11-19-20, 06:41 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,323
Posted By dphilips

Good points on handlebar widths. The Jones bars...

Good points on handlebar widths. The Jones bars have guide marks to be cut down to 660mm (carbon bars can be safely cut down), which is the width I use on my mixed surface bikes. For reference, I...
11-18-20, 07:09 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,613
Posted By dphilips

I have a Volpe setup double speed (42/15 or...

I have a Volpe setup double speed (42/15 or 39/18) with 700x35s. I just built up a Wolverine 42/18 with 650x48s (tubeless). The 650x48s feel just as fast on-road and more capable off-road - at ~30psi...
11-18-20, 06:35 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,323
Posted By dphilips

Our all-road tandem (tires are 26x2.3 Rat Trap...

Our all-road tandem (tires are 26x2.3 Rat Trap Pass) has Jones loop bars (https://jonesbikes.com/h-bars/). They give multiple hand positions without bar-ends; can go from upright with wide stance to...
11-11-20, 02:40 PM
Replies: 419
Views: 68,729
Posted By dphilips

​​​​​​ Yep, I was around when the thread...

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Yep, I was around when the thread originated (I've been subscribed to it since). ;) It seemed the best place for my post.
11-11-20, 09:57 AM
Replies: 419
Views: 68,729
Posted By dphilips

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1024x768/xoxo_10_20_ad729ce496a39b650dd624f8704583e1578fa00a.jpg

I recently passed the 6-year mark with my Handsome XOXO (60cm frame) and it...
11-10-20, 06:22 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,049
Posted By dphilips

Another Lezyne MFD pump user; I have the HP and...

Another Lezyne MFD pump user; I have the HP and XL. I bought the XL for my fatbike but now use it whenever I can get away with 35 psi or less because it's so much quicker.

On my road bike I use...
05-30-19, 03:21 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,180
Posted By dphilips

Here's our setup. I've only done a couple of...

Here's our setup. I've only done a couple of s24o's but space is not a limiting factor.
...
10-15-15, 03:32 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,005
Posted By dphilips

This past weekend we rode 30 miles in Vermont...

This past weekend we rode 30 miles in Vermont with roughly half the ride on dirt roads. We made it up all the hills with the 30/32 low gear but during a few sections would've appreciated something a...
09-14-15, 03:51 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,467
Posted By dphilips

The XLC bar has 1" rise; I have them on a couple...

The XLC bar has 1" rise; I have them on a couple of singles.

Wrapping a tape around the current bar will give you circumference, you can then divide that measurement by 3.14 (pi) to get diameter....
09-14-15, 02:10 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,467
Posted By dphilips

You should double check the stoker bar diameter...

You should double check the stoker bar diameter measurement but it is likely 25.4mm. I'd suggest a swept back handlebar to allow your daughter to be more upright putting less pressure on her hands....
09-12-15, 01:27 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,005
Posted By dphilips

New wheels and tires are on the tandem -...

New wheels and tires are on the tandem - Wheelmaster 40h hubs and Velocity Aeroheat rims. The new wheels are a bit heavier (stock wheels were single wall and 36 spoke) but the Compass Rat Trap Pass...
Forum: Touring
09-11-15, 04:08 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,487
Posted By dphilips

I like VP-R62 pedals...

I like VP-R62 pedals (http://www.vp-usa.com/vp-r62/) - clipped in when you want to be, flats when you don't. The SPD tension can be set much lower than on my Shimano pedals making ingress/egress a...
09-10-15, 06:47 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,005
Posted By dphilips

My wife and I took the California out for a ~9...

My wife and I took the California out for a ~9 mile shakedown ride. This was the first time we've been outside of the neighborhood on it and the bike was great. I didn't track the ride but the speeds...
09-02-15, 08:43 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,005
Posted By dphilips

Here's our California as it sits now. I had...

Here's our California as it sits now.

I had a pair of Michelin Country Rock 26x1.75 tires not being used so I put them on for now. They are a great improvement over the knobbies but I have some...
09-01-15, 08:05 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,037
Posted By dphilips

It depends on a lot of things including weight...

It depends on a lot of things including weight (team + luggage), terrain, riding style, tire width/pressure, and expected performance. A light team riding unloaded on smooth roads can use a...
08-31-15, 03:53 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,037
Posted By dphilips

I just bought these hubs in 40h for a wheelbuild...

I just bought these hubs in 40h for a wheelbuild based on Nigel's previous posts and am very impressed by the quality for the price and the 60mm+ flange diameters. I'll be using 26" velocity Aeroheat...
08-25-15, 04:44 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,005
Posted By dphilips

I measured ~30.5" around the middle of the top...

I measured ~30.5" around the middle of the top tube with 1.75" tires mounted.
08-25-15, 06:13 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,005
Posted By dphilips

Thanks, Rudy. Your right, these bikes require a...

Thanks, Rudy. Your right, these bikes require a through going over during assembly; the bottom brackets were actually greased and well adjusted but the hubs were not.
08-24-15, 01:46 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,005
Posted By dphilips

First Tandem - Micargi California

My wife and I recently became interested in the idea of a tandem for paved and dirt road use. I want to use 1.75" - 2" tires with fenders so 26" wheel tandems seemed a good starting point.

Looking...
08-19-15, 03:05 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,627
Posted By dphilips

What widths are you looking at? It's hard to get...

What widths are you looking at? It's hard to get a feel for PSI without knowing the tire width (e.g. 60 PSI on a 2" tire is quite high).

I'm looking at 26" tires in the 1.75" - 2" range and my top...
05-19-15, 12:42 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,691,423
Posted By dphilips

My most ridden bike is 3x9 with a bar end...

My most ridden bike is 3x9 with a bar end friction shifter for the front and STI shifter for the rear. No changes in this setup for over 6 years; it works fantastically well for me.
05-12-15, 11:31 AM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,691,423
Posted By dphilips

For short rides the moustache bars were good but...

For short rides the moustache bars were good but I'm not in love with them for longer rides. I'm in the process of rebuilding my 26" bike with a larger frame and will not be using drops but swept...
05-07-15, 11:45 AM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,691,423
Posted By dphilips

Thanks! The stem is a Kalloy AL-222 -...

Thanks! The stem is a Kalloy AL-222 - inexpensive, looks good, lots of rise. The rack is a Sunlite front rack with a Wald medium basket bolted to it. This makes it easily removable if it's not...
05-06-15, 06:46 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,691,423
Posted By dphilips

If you don't mind friction only, the Sunrace...

If you don't mind friction only, the Sunrace thumbshifters are inexpensive, work well, and also have steel bands that can conform to Midge bars. I used them on my Alpina:
...
04-28-15, 02:56 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,704
Posted By dphilips

My son will be 9 this year. Last year he moved...

My son will be 9 this year. Last year he moved from a 20" Hotrock to a 7-speed 24" and loves the gears.


1. I didn't have a strong preference for the 7-speed vs 24-speed and we found a gently...
Replies: 69
Views: 28,169
Posted By dphilips

I keep seeing statements on Jan's blog that the...

I keep seeing statements on Jan's blog that the most influential factor on how fast a tire rolls is how easily it deforms, that is the more supple a tire is the faster it is. This is why tires like...
08-14-14, 03:20 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,779
Posted By dphilips

My two favorite drop bars are the VO Rando bar...

My two favorite drop bars are the VO Rando bar (26.0 clamp) and the Nitto B132 Rando (25.4 clamp). Both have nice flat ramps with the drops comming back parallel to the ramps. The VO has more drop...
08-14-14, 03:04 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,691,423
Posted By dphilips

I'm in the process of a build that will use 8...

I'm in the process of a build that will use 8 speed indexed shifters with a 7 speed derailleur and cassette. I've seen a bunch of conflicting information on this combination but enough positive...
05-23-14, 07:30 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,104
Posted By dphilips

I think it would work well if you wanted a second...

I think it would work well if you wanted a second wheelset for road riding. A 650b wheel with medium width tire (~40mm) would have a similar diameter to a 26" wheel with a 2" tire. If you fit a...
06-07-13, 01:14 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,691,423
Posted By dphilips

+1. It was nice with the upright bars, but now,...

+1. It was nice with the upright bars, but now, wow.
06-05-13, 06:00 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 8,391
Posted By dphilips

Great! Though riding on grass is much harder than...

Great! Though riding on grass is much harder than pavement. A smooth paved area with a fence or railing is the best place to start. You can support yourself getting on the unicycle and hold on the...
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