Building my 90's Lemond into a cool single speed 650b errand machine
06-05-23, 12:54 PM
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Been puzzlin over using 700c or 650b fenders. Velo Orange advised the later since the circumference will be a better match. But when I look up the outside diameter of the 700c 25mm tires that were on the bike and the 650b 38mm tires I hope to use, I find them within 12mm of each other:
700x25: 672mm
650x38: 660mm
There is a bit more choice in 700 is why I may give it thought. Any experience to share?
700x25: 672mm
650x38: 660mm
There is a bit more choice in 700 is why I may give it thought. Any experience to share?
06-06-23, 05:42 PM
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Pelago Rasket is here. Great instructions and hardware options. Was disappointed to learn, via a delayed email response from them, that its made in China. But it seems nicely made.
they recommended Ortlieb Sport Rollers. Curious to hear from others who have paired panniers with a Pelago.
they recommended Ortlieb Sport Rollers. Curious to hear from others who have paired panniers with a Pelago.
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06-07-23, 10:58 AM
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The Pelago rack comes with a nice little mount for a light. Taking recommendations for front and rear lights...
No generator hub unfortunately so it'll be batteries.
No generator hub unfortunately so it'll be batteries.
06-07-23, 04:51 PM
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CanadaSmog themed seatpost clamp, thank you Wolftooth scratch n dent dept
cheapey FSA bottom bracket threaded in nicely.
And back on go the campy cranks I got with this bike when i bought it off craigs about a decade ago!
cheapey FSA bottom bracket threaded in nicely.
And back on go the campy cranks I got with this bike when i bought it off craigs about a decade ago!
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06-24-23, 12:44 PM
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Worth waiting for these cool Velocity NoBS 650b wheels. I love the mill finish look and chunky profile. Laced them to my Bitex hubs with Sapim butted spokes and will true um up at my buddy's tomorrow.
I calculated ~35mm would be safe clearance at the back and decided to stick with that width at the front too, using Conti 35mm TerraSpeeds.
Haven't bought tubes for a while and new to 650b. Any tips on a 650b 35mm suitable tube? Short stem preferred as these are short rims.
I calculated ~35mm would be safe clearance at the back and decided to stick with that width at the front too, using Conti 35mm TerraSpeeds.
Haven't bought tubes for a while and new to 650b. Any tips on a 650b 35mm suitable tube? Short stem preferred as these are short rims.
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06-27-23, 10:09 PM
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Schwalbe SV14A has long been my favorite tube for 650B. It's thin and lightweight, but consistent and reliable. But they seem to be discontinued, so I figure the next best thing is the Schwalbe SV14 (no "A"). A little thicker and heavier, but still fairly lightweight. 
06-30-23, 08:10 AM
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Schwalbe SV14A has long been my favorite tube for 650B. It's thin and lightweight, but consistent and reliable. But they seem to be discontinued, so I figure the next best thing is the Schwalbe SV14 (no "A"). A little thicker and heavier, but still fairly lightweight.
06-30-23, 08:12 AM
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Since I'm into ferreting out quality, often (but not always) Made in USA stuff I'm happy with the lo-security bike lock I came up with
Nice nylon coated cable, made in USA $13:https://www.mcmaster.com/1585A57/
German combo-lock $28 https://www.mcmaster.com/1836A11/
Nice nylon coated cable, made in USA $13:https://www.mcmaster.com/1585A57/
German combo-lock $28 https://www.mcmaster.com/1836A11/
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They'll be snug in there.
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P.S. One advantage to using a "big" tube is that it doesn't need to stretch as much to fill the tire, so the chance of creating a thin spot somewhere is much less!
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Beautiful!
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I think some good lights are the last step. Sadly I didn't plan for a gen hub so looking for some quality rechargeable items.
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It looks beautiful. I don't know much about battery lights but I bet it isn't real expensive to get a USB set.
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Lezyne makes good lights, IME. Good quality and durable. I have this variety: https://ride.lezyne.com/products/1-led-8f-v304
I almost always use slow flashing mode on both. Never timed them, but they last a lot of hours, charging up is pretty quick via usb. The mounts are versatile, but they sometimes break, and are replaceable. I like the brighter model rear light.
I almost always use slow flashing mode on both. Never timed them, but they last a lot of hours, charging up is pretty quick via usb. The mounts are versatile, but they sometimes break, and are replaceable. I like the brighter model rear light.
07-02-23, 08:07 AM
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Ended up with some from Knog. I like the look, ability to charge devices from the headlight. Price not terrible. Don't love the tool-less attachment (and therefore, unrequested detachment) but will give it a whirl.
https://us.knog.com/collections/fron...ont-bike-light
https://us.knog.com/collections/rear...ear-bike-light
https://us.knog.com/collections/fron...ont-bike-light
https://us.knog.com/collections/rear...ear-bike-light
