Jeff Wills
Having a somewhat-larger-than-average noggin myself, this is a subject close to my scalp.
The BHSI maintains a list of XXL and XXXL helmets: http://www.bhsi.org/bighead.htm . This was current as of last April. There are also links to general reviews and comments on new-for-2012 features.
I've had some success lightly modifying the inside of XL helmets to relieve pressure points, but I'd ask an OBRA referee before pursuing this course. Showing up at a race only to be denied entry would surely be a boot to the head.
Jeff Wills
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> 1. Job Loss forces sale- Zipp 303 Carbon Tubulars (Greg Bruce)
> 2. Thanks, cleats found! (Brady Brady)
> 3. WTB: campagnolo record 10 front derailleur (marco)
> 4. FS: Small Giant XtC 29er1. $1000 OBO (Austin Arguello)
> 5. who makes an XXL helmet? (will)
> 6. Re: who makes an XXL helmet? (Rick Johnson)
> 7. WTB: Chainrings (Joe King)
> 8. FS: Surly Steamroller w/Handbuilt Wheelset - $800 obo (Ryan King)
> 9. Room for Rent (Katy Pranian)
> 10. FS: Reynolds DV46T Carbon Tubulars (Katy Pranian)
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> Message: 1
> Date: Mon, 26 Dec 2011 12:06:17 -0800
> From: Greg Bruce
> To: obra@list.obra.org
> Subject: [OBRA Chat] Job Loss forces sale- Zipp 303 Carbon Tubulars
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> I have a pair of 2008 Zipp 303 Carbon Tubulars. Only used to race on.
> Already glued on tires (continental grand prix 4000 in back and Continental
> Sprinter 250 up front)
> Make a reasonable offer and they are yours.
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> Photos upon request.
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> Greg Bruce
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> From: Brady Brady
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> Subject: [OBRA Chat] Thanks, cleats found!
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> Thanks for the replies?I found some cleats.
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> Happy Holidays, OBRA.
> Brady
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> Date: Mon, 26 Dec 2011 21:25:47 -0800
> From: marco
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> Subject: [OBRA Chat] WTB: campagnolo record 10 front derailleur
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> looking for a 2006 or newer campag record front derailleur.
> (model with carbon cage)
> BRAZE-ON model or 32mm CLAMP-ON
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> Date: Tue, 27 Dec 2011 08:26:34 -0800
> From: Austin Arguello
> To: obra@list.obra.org
> Subject: [OBRA Chat] FS: Small Giant XtC 29er1. $1000 OBO
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> FS: Giant XtC 29er1. $1000 OBO. Specific Bike details below
> Contact: Austin Arguello (503) 347-4025 austinarguello@gmail.com
> Thanks,
>
> Size- Small
> Colors Black/Silver
> Frame ALUXX SL-Grade Aluminum
> Fork RockShox Reba 29 RL w/ 15mm Thru-Axle, OverDrive Steerer, 100mm Travel
> Shock N/A
> Handlebar Giant Contact, Flat 31.8
> Stem Giant Connect
> Seatpost Giant Connect, 30.9
> Saddle Giant Performance MTB
> Pedals- Spd
> Shifters SRAM X7, 3x10 Speed
> Front Derailleur SRAM X7
> Rear Derailleur SRAM X9
> Brakes Avid Elixir 5, [F] 180mm, [R] 160mm
> Brake Levers Avid Elixir 5
> Cassette SRAM PG 1030 11x36, 10-Speed
> Chain SRAM PC 1031
> Crankset SRAM S1000, 22/33/44
> Bottom Bracket SRAM GXP Press Fit
> Rims Giant S-XC29 2
> Hubs [F] Giant Tracker Sealed/CNC w/ 15mm Axle, [R] Giant Tracker Performance, 32h
> Spokes Stainless Steel
> Tires Schwalbe Racing Ralph, 29x2.25 EVO Folding TL Ready
>
> Thanks,
> Austin (503) 347-4025 austinarguello@gmail.com
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> Date: Tue, 27 Dec 2011 08:49:09 -0800
> From: will
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> Subject: [OBRA Chat] who makes an XXL helmet?
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> Got a friend getting into mtn biking but really needs a helmet. He's got a giant noggin, about 25" around so just bigger than most XL helmets around.
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> So, does anyone have any suggestions about helmets that won't break the bank?
>
> -will
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> Date: Tue, 27 Dec 2011 08:55:21 -0800
> From: Rick Johnson
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> Subject: Re: [OBRA Chat] who makes an XXL helmet?
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> Some Bern helmets
> are
> available up to XXXL.
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> Rick Johnson
> Bend Oregon
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> On 12/27/2011 8:49 AM, will wrote:
> > Got a friend getting into mtn biking but really needs a helmet. He's got a giant noggin, about 25" around so just bigger than most XL helmets around.
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> > So, does anyone have any suggestions about helmets that won't break the bank?
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> > -will
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> From: Joe King
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> Subject: [OBRA Chat] WTB: Chainrings
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> Looking some new-ish chainrings. Hoping there might be some take-offs
> out there from cx season.
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> Looking for:
> Dura Ace 7800
> 53 and 39
> 130 BCD
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> SRAM
> Force or Rival
> 53 and 39
> 130 BCD
>
> Thanks
> Joe King
> joe@pdxwheels.com
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> Date: Tue, 27 Dec 2011 11:08:27 -0800
> From: Ryan King
> To: obra@list.obra.org
> Subject: [OBRA Chat] FS: Surly Steamroller w/Handbuilt Wheelset - $800
> obo
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> OBRA folks,
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> I'm badly in need of funding for a new MTB, so my good friend the
> Steamroller needs to find a new home and I want to let my fellow OBRA
> members know before I go to Craigslist. Please reply off-list.
>
> This versatile bike makes a great winter trainer, velodrome racer, city
> shredder or fat-tire smasher. I've run tires from 22c track tubs up 38c
> Schwalbe fatties, the frame has clearance for fenders with 25-28c tires and
> is drilled for front and rear brakes. Never crashed or abused, this bike
> is in great shape. The dark brown paint has only a couple of minor nicks
> and all the decals are removed. She rolls on Miche hi-flange track hubs
> laced to bright silver Deep-Vs, expertly hand-built with DT Competition
> spokes. Great wheels for long winter rides or charging around the city.
> They've seen some miles but are free of dents, bends or major scratches and
> have needed nearly no truing over 2 years of riding. The front hub has an
> extra-long axle installed for easy rack or basket mounting. Simple,
> functional silver parts fill out the build and give the bike a clean,
> classy look. Just the frame, fork and wheelset would set you back nearly
> $1000 new if purchased from your LBS. The complete setup can be yours for
> $800. Photos available by request.
>
> *Specs:*
> Frame: TIG-welded Surly 4130 Cr-Mo, Double-butted main triangle, cast track
> ends
> Fork: Brazed Surly 4130, flat crown, cast socket dropouts
> Hubs: Miche Pistard Hi-flange, sealed cartridge bearings, fix/fix rear with
> lockrings
> Rims: Velocity Deep-V, silver ano
> Spokes: DT Competition, silver, 3x front and rear
> Tires: Specialized All-Condition 700x28c, flak jacket puncture protection
> Crankset: Sugino RD2, silver 130bcd
> Gearing: 49t silver ring, 17t Surly cog, 18t Soma cog
> Chain: KMC 510HX, heat-treated, nickel-plated
> Saddle: Selle Italia XO
> Seatpost: Generic Laprade-style w/setback, silver alum
> Seat Collar: Surly Stainless Steel.
> Stem: Generic 26.0 x 100mm, polished silver
> Handlebar: Generic 42cm flop&chop bullhorn, polished silver
> Bar Tape: Black Cork
> Brake: Tektro Dual-Pivot front w/KoolStop salmon pads, silver
> Brake Lever: Tektro Crosstop
> Pedals not included
>
> *Geometry:*
> 53cm ST
> 54.7cm TT
> 73deg HTA
> 74deg STA
> 78cm Standover
> See Surly's website for complete geo.
>
> I also have a set of tubular track wheels for sale that I would include at
> a discount if you're interested. They're also hand-built with DT
> Competiton spokes, but with Dura-Ace low-flange track hubs and 390g
> Velocity Escape rims with Continental Sprinter tubs professionally and
> securely glued. These wheels spin up fast They were raced at Alpenrose 5-6
> times over one season, never ridden on the street and the tires barely show
> any wear. $400 obo.
> Photos here:
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/rspinnaking/sets/72157627287116731/
>
> Thanks for looking. Please reply off-list to rspinnakingATgmail.
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> -Ryan
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> Date: Tue, 27 Dec 2011 11:17:28 -0800
> From: Katy Pranian
> To: obra@list.obra.org
> Subject: [OBRA Chat] Room for Rent
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> Hi folks, I am seeking a mature and responsible person to rent my room and would prefer if it was someone "in the family" so to speak. Which is why I am posting on here. The room is private and one of three in my house (other two rooms are my office and bedroom). House has lots of bike storage (large attached garage), is conveniently located to PIR (five min cruise down Interstate Ave.), 5 min walk to New Seasons, close to Mississippi district and a hop skip and a jump to the Yellow Line MAX. I would prefer a non-smoker, non-huge-drinker. Fenced, dog friendly yard, garden space, etc.
>
> Email for questions!
> kpranian@gmail.com
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> Message: 10
> Date: Tue, 27 Dec 2011 11:27:41 -0800
> From: Katy Pranian
> To: obra@list.obra.org
> Subject: [OBRA Chat] FS: Reynolds DV46T Carbon Tubulars
> Message-ID: <4efa1c2d25f35_e82a4008c635c10674@lizard.obra.org.mail>
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> Comes with brand new set of Challenge tires, just glued on and only raced three TT's on. Also will throw in a lightly used set of Yellow King SwissStop brake pads. Wheels have been trued and pampered.
>
> $1600 or best offer.
>
> 12/25 Dura Ace Cassette can be added to deal.
>
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