Zoekresultaten voor”Rene Herse„

No. 81 Autumm/Winter 2022Contents: The BQ team takes two all-road bikes to Unbound XL, the 350-mile gravel race across the Flint Hills of Kansas Hailey Moore’s FKT ride on the Ozark Gravel Doom bikepacking route Donalrey Nieva explores the roads of the volcanic island Tenerife. 50 years ago: Winning the world championships on Rene Herse Sano-Magic Mahogany Sportif: A cyclotouring bike made from wood Krysten Koehn about how landscapes shape our personalities Test: Allied Echo Road/Gravel bike

Paris-Brest-Paris 2023 Volcano High Pass Super Randonnée (A. Brey, J. Nadeau, T. Turner) Test: Lauf Seigla 85 years of Rene Herse Cycles Rene Herse mysteries: Who invented Speedy brakes, low-rider racks and the Eclairage sans Fil? An 11-year-old’s 3000 km ride across Japan (Futo Togashi) Airplane Rinko

The Barbieri Nana pump is a high performance pump that inflates tires up to 10 BAR and 142 PSI. Thanks to its compact size and low weight this pump can be used in competition. Good reliability is ensured by the use of carbon fiber and titanium. Complete with clips for attachment to the frame. The Nana’s superlight action allows you to pump with more strokes per second to make up for its smaller air volume. Made completely from carbon and titanium, the Nana’s is superlight thanks to high-end materials and simple design, not because it is excessively fragile: The pump is rated to 142 psi (10 bar). Like most minipumps, the Nana works best for wide, low-pressure tires – above 60 psi (4 bar), pumping gets a bit harder. It weighs only 29 grams !!Specs: For Presta valves only Max. inflation pressure: 10 bar (142 psi) Weight: 29 g Carbon: barrel, plunger Titanium: cover Made in Italy

No. 79 Spring 2022Follow with amazement as Lael Wilcox rode the entire Alaska Pipeline Trail non-stop. She recounts the experience almost mile-by-mile, while Rue’s photos took us right into the action. Smile when you read how our bike test turned from ‘just a spin in the hills’ into a much bigger adventure. Learn from Natsuko how to descend confidently without being brave or taking risks. Read about Romolo Stanco, the mad genius behind T°Red Bikes, and be amazed by his ideas that allowed Francesca Selva win the Italian Fixed Championships on a very unconventional bike. Gravel tire choice is still a bit of a mystery. Why do some racers win on ultra-wide tires, while others are just as fast on narrower rubber? Take a deep look at why there’s more to tire choice than only optimizing rolling resistance. Our ‘Project’ article on how to remove a tire without tire levers (no great strength required!), how to patch tubes with 100% success, and how to get tubeless rim tape lay flat inside the rim.

No. 80 Summer 2022 The BQ team takes two all-road bikes to Unbound XL, the 350-mile gravel race across the Flint Hills of Kansas Hailey Moore’s FKT ride on the Ozark Gravel Doom bikepacking route Donalrey Nieva explores the roads of the volcanic island Tenerife. 50 years ago: Winning the world championships on Rene Herse Sano-Magic Mahogany Sportif: A cyclotouring bike made from wood Krysten Koehn about how landscapes shape our personalities Test: Allied Echo Road/Gravel bike

No. 77Autumn 2021 Oregon Outback Touring Portugal Cyclocross bike as gravel bike? How to make mudflaps Headlight resistanceThe Autumn 2021 tells the story of Anton Krupicka’s amazing Sagebrush and Summits adventure: Running/scrambling and climbing Utah and Colorado’s highest peaks and linking them with a 2300-mile bike tour. Join Lael Wilcox and Jan on their non-stop ride across the Oregon Outback. Check out Jan’s new bike for riding 585 km of rough and loose gravel roads in a little over a day. Rob van Driel takes us on a wonderful tour of Portugal. We ride the Pratt with its innovative steel frame and ask: How well does a cyclocross bike work as a gravel bike? We also test SRAM’s new XPLR gravel group and find much to like. We measure the resistance of generator-powered headlights: How much does a brighter light slow you down? And how much light actually reaches the road surface with different lights?

No. 82 Spring 2023Contents: The incredible story of the 2700 km Rhino Run bikepacking race Are gravel bikes slower than road bikes? A scientific test. Testing the Made-in-France Distance 45 gravel bike Arizona’s Sky Islands—a magical landscape Alex Singer Owners New Year Ride

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No. 83 Summer 2023 Touring and climbing in Colorado (Anton Krupicka) Riding and racing in Iceland (Krysten Koehn) Tracing an old route in Brazil (Leonardo Brasil) History of Cycling Clothing Japanese camping bikes of the 1960s and 1970s VAAST A/1: an affordable all-road bike made from magnesium

No. 78Winter 2021 Mauna Kea Test: Mason InSearchOf BQ Un-Meeting French Gravel Oregon Outback How to Wrap Leather Bar TapeAnother un-missable BQ, starting with the cover story: Donalrey Nieva and Karen Yung climb Mauna Kea. With Donalrey’s stunning photos, this feature will make you want to head to Hawai’i and ride to its highest point yourself. Closer to home, we ride the Mason InSearchOf, an adventure bike that, according to its maker, is “in the #FastFar, #ContinentCrushing vein, but with steeper, rougher and deeper terrain well within its capabilities.” To test all aspects of the Mason, we venture out of our usual comfort zone onto some true mountain bike singletrack – and have a lot of fun. We bring you the story of three great rides on three continents: The BQ Un-Meeting was in California this year and saw a great group of riders, including the ‘Queen of the Wombats,’ mountain bike pioneer Jacquie Phelan (center). Adem Rudin tells the story and shares his photos. In Japan, we headed to the mountains to attend the 60th anniversary ride of the Alps Cycle Friends and marvel at some beautiful passhunters and cyclotouring bikes. Nicolas Joly takes us to the center of France. Sparsely populated, this region is home to 100s of (extinct) volcanos, 10,000s of cows, and an equally impressive mileage of gravel roads. Nicolas’ friends from the local bike maker Victoire charted a two-day trip that will make you dream of heading to France. We’ve updated our recommendations on how to find the right tire pressure. There are now two curves, since our tests show that there are two pressures that optimize rolling resistance. Which one you choose depends on the road surface and your personal preference. We also look at front/rear pressure, carrying loads and everything else you always wanted to know about tire pressure. Our projects show you the secrets of wrapping leather handlebar tape and – for advanced home mechanics – how to route lighting wires through your frame and rack.

The Rat Trap Pass (26″ x 54mm) is the ultimate expression of our new Enduro Allroad tires. With its 54 mm width, it is incredibly plush, yet thanks to the smaller 26″ wheel size, it handles like a good road tire. On pavement, the grip of the Rat Trap Pass is incredible – think race car with ultra-wide tires. Experiment with your tire pressures to get the most out of the Rat Trap Pass. Too high, and it will bounce on undulating pavement. Too low, and it will collapse during enthusiastic cornering. Get it just right, and you have a tire that outcorners and outhandles almost any other tire on surfaces from smooth pavement to rough gravel.All Models: Width: on most rims the tires measure 52 mm (with tubes) and 54 mm (tubeless). The Rat Trap Pass is tubeless-compatible in both standard and extralight casing. Clincher, folding bead. Clincher tires with the ride of a good tubular Low rolling resistance Excellent grip Superior comfort Light weight Max pressure: 55 PSI / 3.8 bar Standard model Tan sidewalls Classic appearance 454 g Extralight model: Choice of black or tan sidewalls 418 g Endurance Model: Het karkas van de Extralight maar met sterker weefsel Beschermende anti-lek laag Kleur: Donker Beige Endurance Plus Model: Duurzaamste versie met extra versteviging in zijwangen en loopvlak Kleur: Donker Beige

Cayuse Pass (1425 m/4675 ft) is the last pass during the legendary Ride Around Mount Rainier in One Day (RAMROD). It is a long climb that offers beautiful vistas of Mount Rainier and the snow-covered peaks of the Cascades. Most participants in RAMROD ride racing bikes, and a 26 mm tire is the largest they can fit on their bikes. The Compass Cayuse Pass tires roll fast enough to stay with your group, and their superior comfort means you won’t suffer even toward the end of this 156-mile ride. René Herse Cycles is de nieuwe naam voor het merk Compass. Op de website en op de banden worden de namen nog door elkaar gebruikt. All Models: Clincher, folding bead Excellent grip  Superior comfort Clincher tires with the ride of a good tubular Low rolling resistance The Cayuse Pass requires tubes We recommend the Schwalbe SV15 or SV20 tubes Standard model Tan sidewalls. Classic appearance 222 g Maximum Pressure 105 psi / 7.2 Bar Extralight model  Ultra-light, ultra-supple casing.  Tan or black sidewalls.  183 g  Maximum pressure: 105 psi / 7.2 Bar 

Rene Herse Cap Our stylish cycling caps are custom-made by Walz. Designed to fit under a helmet, they are also great as a stand-alone. We offer our caps in two sizes, because we’ve found that ‘One size fits all’ just isn’t true for many of us.Specs: Cotton/Poly Blend Hand wash in cold water, hang to dry 2 sizes: S/M: head circumference 21.25" - 23.5” (54 - 60 cm) L/XL: head circumference 23.5” - 25" (60 - 63.5 cm)

At 48 mm wide, the Hatcher Pass hits the sweet spot between narrow gravel tire (38 mm) and mountain bike volume (55 mm) – ideal for the latest generation of gravel and all-road bikes. Named after Lael Wilcox’ favorite road in Alaska, this tire perfect for Hatcher Pass: The front side of the climb is paved and leads to Independence Mine (an abandoned gold mine that is now a state park). The back side is dirt. In August and September there are fields full of wild blueberries near the top. The Standard casing is our more affordable option: comfortable and fast, yet also strong to withstand considerable abuse. The Extralight casing takes the performance, comfort and feel of your bike to an entirely new level. The Endurance casing is reinforced for extra sidewall protection and puncture resistance, while retaining the speed and comfort for which Rene Herse tires are famous. The Hatcher Pass is tubeless-compatible. For tubeless setup, we recommend Orange Seal.Rene Hersebanden zijn ontworpen met gedachte dat brede, soepele banden het meeste rijconfort geven. Rene Hersebanden hebben weinig rolweerstand, zijn snel en absorberen alle trillingen. De banden hebben goede grip in zowel droge als natte condities. Rene Herse banden worden gemaakt in Japan. Alle modellen: Ultra lichte en soepele constructie Vouwband met de rijervaring van een tube, lage rolweerstand Excellente grip & superieur comfort Antelope Hill is Tubeless Compatible Maximum druk met binnenband: 5.2 bar Maximum druk tubeless: 4.0 bar Werkelijke breedte op 21 mm velg (internal): +/- 47 mm Werkelijke breedte op 23 mm velg (internal): +/- 48 mm Extralight versie: +1 mm breedte Tubeless: +0.5 mm breedte Standaard model: Kleur: Beige , Tan Wall Gewicht 470 g. Extra Light Model: Kleur: TanWall of Zwart. Extra lichte en soepele zijwangen Gewicht: 430 g. Endurance Model: Het karkas van de Extralight maar met sterker weefsel Beschermende anti-lek laag Kleur: Donker Beige Gewicht: 495 g. Voor meer informatie over de installatie van de band en de optimale banden druk Klik Hier

The Barlow Pass tires is named after a pass on the Mountain Loop Highway, a scenic gravel road through the central Cascades. The road leads past the ghost town of Monte Cristo before ascending the pass. On the long straights and sweeping turns of this gravel road, the extra stability of a large-wheeled bike can provide an advantage as you descend at high speed. All Rene Herse tires combine the performance of high-end tubular tires with the convenience of clinchers and the width for all-road riding. The Standard casing is a more affordable option that also offers extra protection against sidewall cuts on sharp rocks. The Extralight casing takes the performance, comfort and feel of your bike to an entirely new level. The Endurance casing is reinforced for extra sidewall protection and puncture resistance, while retaining most of the speed and comfort for which Rene Herse tires are famous. Vouwband. Tubeless Compatible Lage rolweerstand Perfecte Grip Super Comfortabel Maximum Pressure 75psi / 5.1 Bar Standard model Tan sidewalls Light weight Classic appearance 390 g  ExtraLight model  Ultra-light, ultra-supple casing Tan or black sidewalls 351 g  Endurance model Het Endurance carcas is gebaseerd op het Extralight karkas met een sterker, dichter weefsel Lekbeschermende laag onder de zijwangen en loopvlak Ideaal voor gevarieerde ondergrond, schelpen fietspaden, gravel en ruwe condities Donker Beige zijwangen Gewicht ca. 385 g

Loup Loup Pass (1225 m) connects the Methow Valley with the Okanagan in northern Washington State. The road across this scenic pass is paved, but the pavement is rough and cracks can form where the road settles. Wide tires are a definite plus if you want to descend this beautiful pass with confidence. The Loop Loup Pass requires tubes.All Models Clincher, folding bead.Clincher tires with the ride of a good tubular Low rolling resistance Excellent grip Superior comfort Light weight Maximum Pressure 75psi / 5.1 Bar Standard model Tan sidewalls. Classic appearance Weight: 354 g Extralight model Tan or black sidewalls. Weight: 333 g

Rene Herse Smooth Fenders Designed for 26″ tires that are 40-46 mm wide, this elegant fender provides a perfect fit for Rene Herse Naches Pass 26″ x 1.8″ tires. Aluminum fenders keep you drier and your bike cleaner. The uninterrupted inside profile and rolled edges prevent water from coming out on the sides of the fenders. Rene Herse fenders are made to our specifications by Honjo in Japan, with longer blades for better coverage to keep your feet and drivetrain drier and cleaner. Special Rene Herse mounting hardware (included) ensures a rattle-free, secure attachment.Specs: 60 mm wide (for up to 26" x 44 mm tires) 534 g Front wheel coverage: 95 cm, 150° Rear wheel coverage: 130 cm, 205° Fender blades can be shortened, if desired Rolled edges keep water inside Stiff aluminum construction is rattle-free Made in Japan Included: Rene Herse fenders include everything you need to direct-mounting the fenders: 2 fender blades (front + rear) 2 stays 2 leather washers to go between frame and fender 4 extra-short 7 mm Rene Herse eyebolts (Daruma) to attach fenders to stays 1 eyebolt (Daruma) to attach fender to fork crown 4 R-clamps (to attach stays to threaded eyelets) Detailed, illustrated mounting instructions

Stampede Pass (1119 m/3671 ft) is a small pass in the central Cascades that is accessed via a gravel road. This pass offers great views of the central Cascade Range and a twisty descent with numerous hairpin turns. The gravel on this road often is smooth, so you can ride this pass on 32 mm-wide tires. The Stampede Pass requires tubes. René Herse Cycles is de nieuwe naam voor het merk Compass. Op de website en op de banden worden de namen nog door elkaar gebruikt. All Models Clincher, folding bead. Clincher tires with the ride of a good tubular  Low rolling resistance Excellent grip Superior comfort Light weight Maximum Pressure 90 psi / 6.2 Bar Standard model Tan sidewalls. Classic appearance Weight: 291 g Extralight model Ultra-light, ultra-supple casing. Tan or black sidewalls. Weight: 254 g

Rene Herse TPU tubes take the performance of your tires to the next level. TPU stands for thermoplastic polyurethane, a material that is far stronger than butyl, the black rubber traditionally used for tubes. That makes TPU an ideal material for bicycle tubes.  Rene Herse TPU tubes use an all-metal valve with patented technology for leak-free performance. TPU tubes have many advantages: Lighter than butyl and latex tubes; lighter than tubeless sealant Faster than butyl tubes or tubeless; as fast as latex tubes More puncture-resistant than butyl or latex tubes As airtight as butyl tubes. Packs very small—ideal as a backup for tubeless tiresWeight: 650B / 26" x 30-48 mm = 48 g , 650B / 26" x 45-60 mm = 58 g

Named after an iconic cyclocross course near Seattle, the Steilacoom combines the supple casing of Compass tires with a knobby tread optimized for muddy conditions. The knob pattern is designed to pick up as little mud as possible. The knobs are widely spaced to clear the mud as the tire rotates. For riding on hard surfaces and pavement, the center knobs are staggered to offer good rolling. The large side knobs reduce squirm during cornering and make for a smooth transition without the sudden breakaway of most knobby tires. Even thought the Steilacoom rolls OK and corners fine on pavement, it is not intended as a road tire. Use the Steilacoom for rides where you expect muddy conditions – and cyclocross. The Steliacoom is tubeless-ready.All Models Clincher, folding bead Tubeless-ready Fast-rolling Excellent grip Superior traction Clincher tires with the ride of a good tubular Maximum pressure with tubes: 75 psi (5.2 bar) Maximum recommended pressure – tubeless: 60 psi (4 bar) Standard model Tan sidewalls Weight: 423 g Extralight model Ultra-light, ultra-supple casing Black or tan sidewalls Weight: 378 g Endurance casing: Further improved comfort and traction Extralight casing in a denser, stronger weave Protective belt under sidewalls and tread Ideal for rough gravel and tough conditions Dark tan sidewalls Weight: 445 g

Named after an iconic cyclocross course near Seattle, the Steilacoom combines the supple casing of Compass tires with a knobby tread optimized for muddy conditions. The knob pattern is designed to pick up as little mud as possible. The knobs are widely spaced to clear the mud as the tire rotates. For riding on hard surfaces and pavement, the center knobs are staggered to offer good rolling. The large side knobs reduce squirm during cornering and make for a smooth transition without the sudden breakaway of most knobby tires. Even thought the Steilacoom rolls OK and corners fine on pavement, it is not intended as a road tire. Use the Steilacoom for rides where you expect muddy conditions – and cyclocross. The Steliacoom is tubeless-ready. Specs: Clincher, folding bead Tubeless-readyFast-rolling Excellent grip Superior traction Clincher tires with the ride of a good tubular Maximum pressure with tubes: 75 psi (5.2 bar) Maximum recommended pressure – tubeless: 60 psi (4 bar) Extralight model,  Ultra-light, ultra-supple casing Black sidewall Weight: 378 g

Modern all-road bikes combine attributes that were considered mutually exclusive just a few years ago: comfort and performance. Speed on smooth pavement and on rough gravel roads. A lively feel and the ability to carry a camping load. Handling that is both stable when the rider is tired and responsive on twisty mountain descents. All-road bikes combine the best aspects of racing, touring and even mountain bikes in just one bicycle. Based on the latest research, this book explains how all-road bikes work and what is important when choosing one. A must-read for cyclists interested in the technology of their bikes, and for every cyclist contemplating his or her next bike purchase. 256 pages; 148 mm x 210 mm

The Bon Jon Pass is Compass Cycles Goldilocks tire: at 700C x 35 mm, it fits bikes that have extra clearance around the Stampede Pass (32 mm), but not enough space for a Barlow Pass (38mm). Bon Jon Pass is accessed via a relatively smooth gravel road on the Olympic Peninsula. The moderate gradient allows you to let your bike fly, and these tires are perfect for surfaces like that. On pavement, the Bon Jon Pass will outcorner narrower tires thanks to its greater width and its lower pressure, both of which keep more rubber in contact with the road surface. The Bon Jon Pass will glide over chipseal where narrower or less supple tires will chatter. If your bike can fit this tire, you won’t be disappointed. The Bon Jon Pass is tubeless-compatible in standard, extralight and endurance casing. When used with tubes, we recommend the Schwalbe SV17 or SV18 tubes. René Herse Cycles is de nieuwe naam voor het merk Compass. Op de website en op de banden worden de namen nog door elkaar gebruikt. Bon Jon Pass Specs: Clincher, folding bead, with the ride of a good tubular Tubeless-compatible Low rolling resistance Excellent grip Superior comfort 6.2 Bar (90 PSI) maximum pressure Standard casing Supple casing Tan sidewalls 355 g Extralight casing Ultra-light, ultra-supple casing Black or tan sidewalls 303 g Endurance casing Our Extralight casing in a denser, stronger weave Protective belt under sidewalls and tread Ideal for rough gravel and tough conditions Dark tan sidewalls 355 g

Our most comfortable handlebar for all-day rides. The gentle curve of the ramps supports your palms better than a flatter handlebar shape. This eliminates pressure points that can lead to numb hands and pain in wrists and elbows. It’s a shape that was developed when races were long and roads were rough. We refined it so the shape  ‘just right’ (unlike many similar bars that only raise your hands, but don’t really add comfort). Once you have ridden these, you won’t want to use any other bars for really long rides. Pro Tip: Angle your Randonneur bars upward so the ramps are approximately flat. It’s key to enjoying the supreme hand comfort for which these handlebars are famous. Drops: 420 mm wide Ramps: 390 mm wide (bars flare outward) Reach: 115 mm (bars horizontal), increases as you angle the bars Drop: 140 mm (bars horizontal), decreases as you angle the bars Clamp diameter: 31.8 mm Width of clamp area: 40 mm  Weight: Superlight: 298 g (420 mm) Rene Herse Superlight handlebars are made from extra-thinwall aluminum. This specification can only be used for handlebars up to 420 mm wide. Heat-treated for ultimate strength All Rene Herse handlebars meet the most stringent EN “Racing Bike” standard for fatigue resistance. Polished (aluminum) finish Made in Japan 5 year warranty