[RBW] Re: Hwy 1 Closures

2024-06-04 Thread Jim M.
My understanding and Caltrans website says closure is south of Nepenthe. https://roads.dot.ca.gov/?roadnumber=1 "Is closed from Limekiln State Park to 14.3 mi south of Big Sur /at Lime Creek/ (Monterey Co) - Due to emergency repairs - Motorists are advised to use an alternate route route" On

Re: [RBW] The 3x1 road bike. Anticipating some of your RoadUNO builds

2024-04-27 Thread Jim M.
Quickbeam came with 40/32 chainrings. The fork ends were long enough to cover the 8-t difference. On Saturday, April 27, 2024 at 11:42:41 AM UTC-7 Patrick Moore wrote: > On Sat, Apr 27, 2024 at 11:40 AM Patrick Moore wrote: > >> ... With horizontals or track ends and a good steel internal cam

Re: [RBW] Rivendell Roadbike Curious

2024-04-23 Thread Jim M.
for rougher stuff. If you can have more than one bike, I don't see the sense in trying to make everyone of them an all rounder. jim m walnut creek riv iconoclast On Tuesday, April 23, 2024 at 2:22:20 PM UTC-7 Corwin Zechar wrote: > My orange creamsicle (the fastest color) Ram is currently wear

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Roadbike Curious

2024-04-22 Thread Jim M.
Raspberry Roadeo is definitely the last bike you'll ever need. Have Bill help pick a good used bike for the wait. jim m walnut creek On Monday, April 22, 2024 at 7:34:20 PM UTC-7 Nick A. wrote: > "Me: Well…not necessarily. I have to weigh out all the pros and cons, you > see.&q

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Roadbike Curious

2024-04-20 Thread Jim M.
Homer on the web special page https://www.rivbike.com/products/51cm-homer-dark-gold-antonios-dropbar-pick if that's your size. jim m walnut creek ca On Saturday, April 20, 2024 at 12:33:50 PM UTC-7 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > I’m starting to wonder about a roadbike. But it

[RBW] Re: 34 T cassette deraailleur clearance

2024-04-14 Thread Jim M.
If you want to try to make the Chorus work, you could reverse the b screw to add a little more reach, or you could try a Wolf Tooth Roadlink hanger extender. I've used the Roadlink with good results. jim m walnut creek ca On Sunday, April 14, 2024 at 3:02:47 PM UTC-7 Nick A. wrote: >

Re: [RBW] Re: Eroica California

2024-04-03 Thread Jim M.
-- I met George Mount, who used to race against Grant back in the day, and I met Andy Hampsten, who has extolled Jack Brown tires. jim m walnut creek On Wednesday, April 3, 2024 at 11:05:59 AM UTC-7 Bill Lindsay wrote: > If I decide to gear way lower, I'll swap over a vintage compact double.

Re: [RBW] Re: Long Chainstays - What Problem/Deficiency Do They Solve?

2024-03-31 Thread Jim M.
Jones and Esker are 2 makers who are bringing long wb to market. I'm sure there are others. jim m walnut creek, ca On Sunday, March 31, 2024 at 5:32:54 PM UTC-7 John Hawrylak, Woodstown NJ wrote: > Eric > > > > Thanks for the RBW explanation. I vaguely remember it, b

Re: [RBW] It's New Bike What?

2024-03-24 Thread Jim M.
Wow, great looking bike and wonderful build! Makes me want a custom too. jim m walnut creek ca On Sunday, March 24, 2024 at 10:46:15 AM UTC-7 Corwin Zechar wrote: > Hi Patrick - > > Thanks for the info. I grabbed those pedals. > > I don't think you are a snob. My wife calls me

[RBW] Re: Ride Report: The Queen's Ransom (Sort of)

2024-03-16 Thread Jim M.
Great report and photos! Deserts are beautiful this time of year. jim m walnut creek On Friday, March 15, 2024 at 8:34:47 PM UTC-7 John Rinker wrote: > Matthias, Water is definitely a concern as you move through that wonderful > landscape. For the first couple of days we were near

[RBW] Re: How similar are the Bridgestone Atlantis (1), XO-1, All Rounder, Toyo Atlantis?

2024-03-12 Thread Jim M.
Ah, here it is on Cyclofiend's website: http://www.cyclofiend.com/Images/rbw/rr35_pg46.jpg http://www.cyclofiend.com/Images/rbw/rr35_pg47.jpg On Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at 3:47:12 PM UTC-7 Jim M. wrote: > Great looking bike! > > Bridgestone Atlantis was pre-Grant, designed by a Br

[RBW] Re: How similar are the Bridgestone Atlantis (1), XO-1, All Rounder, Toyo Atlantis?

2024-03-12 Thread Jim M.
Great looking bike! Bridgestone Atlantis was pre-Grant, designed by a Bridgestone employee in Japan who took inspiration from French constructeurs, so a different kind of bike than the others you mentioned. There's a Riv Reader article about it that I cannot find at the moment but will post

Re: [RBW] Re: FS 61 cm Roadeo f/f/hs

2024-03-09 Thread Jim M.
I'm surprised this hasn't sold, given all the excitement about Bill's Roadeo Rosa. Mike's is half the price of a new one and no 2-year wait. jim mather walnut creek On Saturday, March 2, 2024 at 5:07:27 PM UTC-8 josh.yo...@gmail.com wrote: > All of them if you can. Thanks! > > On Sat, Mar 2,

[RBW] Re: Trip Report: Death Valley February 2024

2024-03-04 Thread Jim M.
Great report and photos! Thanks for sharing. jim m walnut creek On Sunday, March 3, 2024 at 8:33:37 PM UTC-8 Diana H wrote: > Is there a way to post photo's? I tried to post just a single photo and > kept getting error's that the message was too long. So here is a link to > som

[RBW] Re: New bike decision (help!)

2024-02-24 Thread Jim M.
Get the Platy if it's your favorite. Any Riv can be ridden anywhere. The limiting factor to me is tire size -- is 50mm enough for what you want? If not, wait for Susie. happy trails! jim mather walnut creek On Saturday, February 24, 2024 at 8:51:21 AM UTC-8 Gregger wrote: > Long time

[RBW] Re: The Official Introduction of RoadeoRosa

2024-02-19 Thread Jim M.
Great build! That'll be eye-catching on PBP! jim mather walnut creek On Monday, February 19, 2024 at 8:27:37 PM UTC-8 Bill Lindsay wrote: > Here she is. RoadeoRosa is complete > > > https://www.flickr.com/photos/45758191@N04/53540567348/in/album-72177720313109003/ > > Frame set: Nobilette

[RBW] Re: Favorite Bay Area S24Os?

2024-01-23 Thread Jim M.
This being the Riv list, I'm surprised no one has mentioned Mt Diablo. There are sanctioned campgrounds, but there is a lot of space for unsanctioned camping. Just don't light a campfire at the unsanctioned spots. jim mather walnut creek ca On Tuesday, January 23, 2024 at 7:33:28 AM UTC-8

Re: [RBW] Re: SF RB-1 looking very nice

2023-12-21 Thread Jim M.
Here's the '93 catalog page showing Superbe Pro brakes: https://www.sheldonbrown.com/bridgestone/1993/pages/26.htm What I remember is that the RB-1 had good performance at a lower price than Colnago, Paramount, Medici, LandShark, Pinarello, Olmo, Basso, Cinelli (among others) that I would see

[RBW] Re: WTB: parts for Proteus project road bike

2023-11-26 Thread Jim M.
If you want racy, I have a very nice set of Mavic tubular wheels on Dura Ace hubs that I used to use for Eroica. I believe the rear is about 125, but if you're interested, I'll go measure. cheers jim m walnut creek On Thursday, November 23, 2023 at 4:20:37 PM UTC-8 Lesli Larson wrote: >

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2023

2023-11-13 Thread Jim M.
On Monday, November 13, 2023 at 8:02:06 AM UTC-8 krhe...@gmail.com wrote: 52cm CLEM "L" This one has been abused. I have never seen a Rivendell bicycle with so many scratches. YIKES ! Take a close look at Grant's Clem and Appaloosa on the staff bike pages. ;-) jim m walnut cree

Re: [RBW] Re: Wanted post worries

2023-07-16 Thread Jim M.
On Sunday, July 16, 2023 at 12:41:33 PM UTC-7 divis...@gmail.com wrote: How is it that you're getting to a list of members? What does it look like? Try here: https://groups.google.com/g/rbw-owners-bunch/members -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

Re: [RBW] Re: Roaduno

2023-07-16 Thread Jim M.
for adjustment. jim m walnut creek -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this

[RBW] Re: Triple to double conversion

2023-07-14 Thread Jim M.
And if you went with removing the inner ring, you'd need single speed chain ring bolts for the middle ring. Not difficult to find. On Friday, July 14, 2023 at 3:37:39 PM UTC-7 Jim M. wrote: > I used the Ritchey as a double with a 44/32, and a 32 low in the rear. > Worked great. I

[RBW] Re: Triple to double conversion

2023-07-14 Thread Jim M.
I used the Ritchey as a double with a 44/32, and a 32 low in the rear. Worked great. I don't remember the bb but it was probably 110. I have no experience with the Suntour, but I found 94 bcd to be more flexible for my needs than 110. jim m walnut creek [image: 6773347072_3155c76616_w.jpg

Re: [RBW] Grant interview on Path Less Pedaled

2023-07-11 Thread Jim M.
Apparently I can't edit the original post, so I deleted it. As Ted posted, here is the correct link to an interview of Grant by Path Less Pedaled, in which they discuss the disappearance of mechanical shifters, etc.: https://youtu.be/K9P_chxaX28 jim m walnut creek On Tuesday, July 11, 2023

Re: [RBW] Grant interview on Path Less Pedaled

2023-07-11 Thread Jim M.
On Tuesday, July 11, 2023 at 8:25:46 AM UTC-7 Patrick Moore wrote: Jim: The link led me to an advertorial on a spice subscription service and I don't see (at first glance) on the site a feature interview with Grant. Youtube snuck one by me, I guess. Thanks to Ted for correcting the link. jim m

[RBW] Grant interview on Path Less Pedaled

2023-07-11 Thread Jim M.
I found this worth an hour: https://youtu.be/kuPEIY3qol0 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To

Re: [RBW] Re: 3-speeding Quickbeams and SimpleOnes

2023-06-18 Thread Jim M.
had an AW wheel, I certainly would have tried it. jim m walnut creek On Sunday, June 18, 2023 at 5:47:05 PM UTC-7 mr.wa...@gmail.com wrote: > I did like my little White Industries Dos ENO freewheel when I was > commuting in Santa Fe. Bigger cog for uphill going to work, and litt

Re: [RBW] Bombadil and Hunqapillar origins: The definitive thread

2022-12-12 Thread Jim M.
Our peerless site admin has a whole Bombadil page here: http://cyclofiend.com/rbw/bombadil/index.html, which goes back to RR 39 and the prot-velo Bombas. jim m walnut creek, ca On Monday, December 12, 2022 at 1:06:23 PM UTC-8 Marty Gierke, Stewartstown PA wrote: > I may have sha

Re: [RBW] Re: Nitto Basket Rack: is it too heavy?

2022-10-21 Thread Jim M.
Looks good. Easier to wheelie too. jim m walnut creek On Friday, October 21, 2022 at 7:20:28 PM UTC-7 Jason Fuller wrote: > YY > > On Fri., Oct. 21, 2022, 7:16 p.m. Leah Peterson, > wrote: > >> Jason: like this? Y/N. >> Leah >> >> [image:

[RBW] Re: FS: 56 Bombadil double top tube

2022-07-13 Thread Jim M.
Sold locally. Thanks for your interest and better luck next time! On Wednesday, July 13, 2022 at 11:15:38 AM UTC-7 Jim M. wrote: > Stan's ZTR rims, from when they still made rim brake rims. Set up tubeless > currently with Schwalbe G Ones. The cranks are the idiosyncratic RBW

[RBW] Re: FS: 56 Bombadil double top tube

2022-07-13 Thread Jim M.
s, and what's the crank > arm length? > > > > On Tuesday, July 12, 2022 at 8:08:47 PM UTC-7 Jim M. wrote: > >> Up for sale is my Bombadil, which was a prototype I bought from Riv. It >> was originally in bare steel but in 2019 an errant stick bent the derailer >&g

[RBW] FS: 56 Bombadil double top tube

2022-07-12 Thread Jim M.
Up for sale is my Bombadil, which was a prototype I bought from Riv. It was originally in bare steel but in 2019 an errant stick bent the derailer hanger. RBW sent it to Steve Rex to be straightened and aligned, and then it went to D for the paint job. Here's a pic from Shell Ridge:

[RBW] Re: Pigeonholed in Bicycle Philosophy

2022-03-06 Thread Jim M.
riding becomes "training", especially during the season. If you don't know whether you're drawn to competition, you probably aren't, I'd guess. If you are drawn to compete, it could be a different sport, and you could continue to "just ride" the RBW way. jim m walnut creek

[RBW] Re: Any former paper boys (or girls) on this list?

2021-09-08 Thread Jim M.
the subscription price ($1.50 per month, iirc). The route let me save up for my first 10-speed, a Schwinn Continental, which was used by me until it got stolen when I was a young adult. jim m walnut creek, ca On Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at 8:33:39 AM UTC-7 Lefebeaver wrote: > I delivered paper

[RBW] Re: Rapid rise polarizing

2021-07-13 Thread Jim M.
had a problem going back and forth. I echo Bill's comment that shifting is pretty simple on a bike whichever direction you're going. jim m walnut creek On Tuesday, July 13, 2021 at 10:54:20 AM UTC-7 Joe Bernard wrote: > Sorry, low-normal. RapidRise. That thing. > > > > On T

Re: [RBW] Fattest Tire on a QB?

2021-06-19 Thread Jim M.
ght limit was pretty low, from what I remember. Pretty sure I sold that to a list member quite a while ago. Cheers, jim m walnut creek, ca -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop re

[RBW] Re: Which Riv. mixte has the shortest chainstays?

2021-05-30 Thread Jim M.
Matthew just posted this Wilbury, in case you didn't see it: https://newyork.craigslist.org/mnh/bik/d/new-york-52cm- wilbury-rivendell-bicycle/732904.html They don't come available very often. On Monday, May 17, 2021 at 12:37:49 PM UTC-7 Linda G wrote: > I share Joel's concerns about long

[RBW] Re: Which Riv. mixte has the shortest chainstays?

2021-05-16 Thread Jim M.
Glorius, Betty Foy, and Yves Gomez were all made before the current long chainstay era. Great, beautiful bikes, but good look finding one. After that it would be the Cheviot. For comparison, a 55cm Chev has 50cm chainstays, whereas a 56 Susie has 54. jim m walnut creek, ca On Sunday, May 16

Re: [RBW] WTB: A Rivendell

2021-05-13 Thread Jim M.
Hike the Appalachian Trail and then ride it back. ;-) jim m walnut creek ca On Thursday, May 13, 2021 at 12:17:38 PM UTC-7 Doug H. wrote: > I saw that one. He prefers not ship but it's on my radar. > Doug > > On Thursday, May 13, 2021 at 2:43:34 PM UTC-4 Matthew Williams wro

[RBW] Re: Hunqs. How do I know what year mine is?

2021-04-07 Thread Jim M.
I believe yours was built in 2012, and if you look at the Wayback Machine, https://web.archive.org/web/20120519113952if_/http://www.rivbike.com/category-s/619.htm the 2012 website shows the Hunq without the cream seat tube rectangle. jim m walnut creek, ca On Wednesday, April 7, 2021 at 4:19

[RBW] Re: Hunqs. How do I know what year mine is?

2021-04-07 Thread Jim M.
team of builders trained by Tetsu Ishigaki, of Toyo. The main tubes are the most expensive steel tubing we could find anywhere --- Japanese Kaisei 8630 heat-treated. The seat and chainstays are excellent Taiwan CrMo. The fork is made in Japan by Tetsu Ishigaki at Toyo." jim m walnut

[RBW] Re: Increasing Spring Tension - Rear Derailleur

2021-04-06 Thread Jim M.
that helps. jim m walnut creek, ca On Tuesday, April 6, 2021 at 11:33:18 AM UTC-7 Matthew P wrote: > Hi Ken, > I'm curious. Why do you leave the clutch de-activated? Are there downsides > to using the clutch? > Thanks > -Matthew > > On Monday, April 5, 2021 at 4:36:2

Re: [RBW] Fattest Tire on a QB?

2021-03-31 Thread Jim M.
e tires. I'm sure it looks great. jim m walnut creek -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. T

[RBW] Re: Looking for the Riv Reader article on Triangulation

2021-03-23 Thread Jim M.
12:56:40 PM UTC-7 Jim M. wrote: > >> There's an article called "Trusses" in RR 32 by Kevin Moore, a structural >> engineer. If you need a copy let me know. >> >> jim m >> walnut creek, ca >> >> >> On Monday, March 22, 2021 at 4:49:18 PM U

[RBW] Re: Looking for the Riv Reader article on Triangulation

2021-03-23 Thread Jim M.
There's an article called "Trusses" in RR 32 by Kevin Moore, a structural engineer. If you need a copy let me know. jim m walnut creek, ca On Monday, March 22, 2021 at 4:49:18 PM UTC-7 Joe Bernard wrote: > Look way back, it's in one of the first ones. In fact I think it

[RBW] Re: What's your favorite painting of a Bombadil?

2021-03-20 Thread Jim M.
, but at some point they were offered with the buyer's choice of powdercoat color, or wet paint for a $200 upcharge (circa 2010). jim m walnut creek, ca On Friday, March 19, 2021 at 8:57:32 PM UTC-7 Jim M. wrote: > I'm kinda partial to mine, painted by Rick at D I just need some blue > suede c

[RBW] Re: Convert to Tubeless?

2021-03-05 Thread Jim M.
. Works well in my experience. Soap water on the bead helps seat. Also, the tires will probably leak sealant out the sidewall until they are sealed, so you'll see little white specks. You may need to use a couple of extra shots of sealant the first time. jim m tubeless in walnut creek

[RBW] Anyone missing a Romulus in So Cal?

2021-02-23 Thread Jim M.
https://offerup.com/item/detail/1068335445/ Ad smells a bit funny, but you do get a "500 doller headset". Also this ad: https://offerup.com/item/detail/1068335445/ which offers "Fully Loaded With Campanaro italian Parts" jim m walnut creek, ca -- You received this

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: large Riv All Rounder 26” wheels

2021-02-11 Thread Jim M.
Well, Mt Airy bikes has had a 59 for at least 10 years. It's bike number 3804, and you can search for it here: https://www.bike123.com/bike-list/ I've been very tempted by this bike but he was always asking more than I wanted to pay. good luck jim m walnut creek, ca On Thursday, February 11

Re: [RBW] Re: Has anyone ever made a Rivendell custom step-through?

2021-01-25 Thread Jim M.
hrough needs stouter tubing. But hey, you might as well call and ask what he says about a lightweight stepthrough. jim m walnut creek -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receivin

Re: [RBW] Re: Has anyone ever made a Rivendell custom step-through?

2021-01-25 Thread Jim M.
throughs are all tanks. jim m walnut creek -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To v

Re: [RBW] Re: Weight question / I'm obviously confused

2021-01-10 Thread Jim M.
t was too small though I fit the theoretical range. I should have gotten the 59. I support the suggestions of better tires/lower pressure. I think you'll feel a big difference. I really liked the Clem other than the sizing. jim m walnut creek -- You received this message because you are s

Re: [RBW] Re: Best hat for sun protection while walking? -- Not too off-topic

2020-12-12 Thread Jim M.
On Wednesday, December 9, 2020 at 6:55:30 PM UTC-8 Patrick Moore wrote: > Thanks. This looks likely: > https://www.tilley.com/us_en/ltm8-airflo-mesh-hat.html > > But tell me, why is it worth 3X the price of this one? >

[RBW] Film Student Documentary on RBW

2020-11-23 Thread Jim M.
https://youtu.be/8tzGFIU8cJ0 Says 2014 but I don't remember seeing it then. Some nice footage of beloved former RBW staff, and of the Bike, Book & Hatchet storefront. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] Re: What? No bikes at RBW?

2020-11-14 Thread Jim M.
On Saturday, November 14, 2020 at 11:14:03 AM UTC-8 velomann wrote: > Have you been to your LBS recently? Yes, RBW is my LBS. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails

[RBW] What? No bikes at RBW?

2020-11-13 Thread Jim M.
Anyone else notice that bikes are mostly out of stock at RBW? I'm not sure if that's a good thing (they're successfully selling everything) or bad thing (they're not keeping up with demand. jim m walnut creek -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups &quo

[RBW] Re: Weirdest Rivendell ideas?

2020-10-15 Thread Jim M.
I still have a Foss tube in one of my wheels. Damn thing won't wear out. Jeff Jones, another iconoclast like Grant, is doing long wheelbases too. jim walnut creek On Thursday, October 15, 2020 at 8:34:41 PM UTC-7 dougP wrote: > Consider the how they're the only ones (I know of) doing the long

[RBW] Re: It's a Bombadil

2020-09-23 Thread Jim M.
Lovely, Joe! Did it come that shiny, or did you sandblast and recoat? This is from Reader 39 talking about the prototypes: [image: proto bomba.jpg] I was told my proto-Bomba (double top-tube) is Toyo built. I didn't know any were Waterford built. jim m walnut creek On Wednesday, September 23

[RBW] Re: Recommendation for a modern mountain bike?

2020-09-21 Thread Jim M.
. Otherwise for your price range, I'd look used. jim m walnut creek <https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0061/0022/2050/products/AIR-9---3S---SS_1300x.jpg?v=1598305355> <https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0061/0022/2050/products/AIR-9---2S---SX-Eagle_1300x.jpg?v=1598305355> <https://cdn.shopif

[RBW] Re: Front Derailleur for Riv Silver 34/24 cranks?

2020-09-13 Thread Jim M.
. I'll see if I can find the model number in the daylight. jim m wc, ca -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunc

Re: [RBW] Re: Can a blowout knock a wheel out of true?

2020-09-08 Thread Jim M.
On Tuesday, September 8, 2020 at 7:00:52 PM UTC-7, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > That's not what a pinch flat is, and pinch flats (aka "snakebites") do not > make a BANG. Usually, not even a whimper. > Nice T.S. Eliot reference! I've seen over inflation do that, but can't think of much else that

Re: [RBW] Re: about rapid-rise derailleurs

2020-08-16 Thread Jim M.
s. They’ve been great when it’s dry, but > in weather it has been fussy for me. > Tho I am running an NX group on one bike, so that might be my problem. > > But thought I’d try out a 2X this time on the wolbis and see if it’s less > trouble. > > On Sat, Aug 1

Re: [RBW] Re: about rapid-rise derailleurs

2020-08-15 Thread Jim M.
On Saturday, August 15, 2020 at 8:07:00 PM UTC-7, Flowerfang wrote: > > > I thought I was too fat for my poor bike! Lol > 145? That's light for a bike. ;-) I like rapid rise but I'm not a proselytizer for it. For simplicity, you might want to look at 10-speed 1x drivetrains for the

[RBW] Re: about rapid-rise derailleurs

2020-08-15 Thread Jim M.
f others who don't like it. jim m wc, ca -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this

[RBW] Re: Just Pics from Your Good Ride Thread

2020-08-13 Thread Jim M.
It's been nothing but blue sky for a while here in RBW/Mt Diablo land, so I got inspired today by the clouds. And the literature major in me makes me want to include poetry. jim m walnut creek "The night loves the stars as they play about the Darkness … the day loves the light care

[RBW] Re: CL outting: Bombadil

2020-08-08 Thread Jim M.
Thanks Joe. Mine is a 56 Proto. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on

Re: [RBW] Re: Weird handlebar idea

2020-08-08 Thread Jim M.
On Saturday, August 8, 2020 at 8:53:11 AM UTC-7, Zack Medow wrote: > > So I maybe didn't describe this well enough. Just imagine a mustache bar > but with the brake hoods in the standard position for a drop bar. So it's > like a normal dop bar, but all parts of the bar are on the same plane. The

Re: [RBW] Re: CL outting: Bombadil

2020-08-06 Thread Jim M.
On Thursday, August 6, 2020 at 2:39:27 PM UTC-7, James Valiensi wrote: > > Love the colors! Best blues ever. > What stem is that? > > Thanks! Nitto UI-12. RBW is developing a version with a longer quill. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: SS Coupler Military Bike stupid idea?

2020-08-06 Thread Jim M.
. But a real frame builder can probably answer that. jim m wc, ca On Thursday, August 6, 2020 at 8:53:35 AM UTC-7, Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY wrote: > > I've only opinion to share, but I think it doesn't matter where you split > the frame, as the S couplers, when properly tightened, will

[RBW] Re: Riv ripples in the bike world

2020-07-12 Thread Jim M.
Mike Sinyard, stealing great ideas since 1981! On Sunday, July 12, 2020 at 4:57:02 PM UTC-7, Fullylugged wrote: > > While prepping for a FB live class this week on steering, I happened to > look up the geometry for the 2020 TREK Domane. Here's the latest and > newest development in the race

[RBW] Re: Single-speed country bike(?)

2020-07-03 Thread Jim M.
On Saturday, June 27, 2020 at 2:02:48 PM UTC-7, Tully Lanter wrote: > > I seem to recall a mention of a single-speed country bike in the works, > but can't for the life of me find the thread. It may have been a few months > ago. > > By single-speed, do you mean a bike with track ends on the

[RBW] Re: Racing Klunkers on Repack Road

2020-06-11 Thread Jim M.
to what a fantastically skilled rider he was. jim m walnut creek, ca -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+un

[RBW] Re: List Status Thoughts: So... here we are Saturday morning

2020-06-07 Thread Jim M.
n keep to that guideline over the subject of helmets. Way too many internet hotheads on the list (and in the world) to start a thread that purposely contains potentially incendiary topics. Thanks, Jim, and Happy Trails everyone! jim m walnut creek, ca -- You received this message because you are subscri

Re: [RBW] Favorite Rivendell model names?

2020-06-05 Thread Jim M.
On Friday, June 5, 2020 at 9:24:42 AM UTC-7, MCT wrote: > > I always liked Yves Gomes. I always wanted one, but never pulled the > trigger. > > Matt in OKC > One just showed up on CL: https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/bik/d/san-francisco-rivendell-yvez-gomez-58cm/7131577767.html -- You

Re: [RBW] Sunglasses

2020-05-31 Thread Jim M.
I'm a big fan of the Wiley-X line, which I take to my optometrist for prescription lenses. They're pretty near bombproof, and they come in a range of sizes and styles. I don't even need a leash on the style I mountain bike in. They fit snugly without being too tight. jim m wc, ca -- You

[RBW] Re: Just Pics from Your Good Ride Thread

2020-05-27 Thread Jim M.
Nice, Paul! Is that part of a sculpture garden, or a nuclear research facility? jim m On Wednesday, May 27, 2020 at 2:09:06 PM UTC-7, Paul in Dallas wrote: > > Out on it now for 5 or 6 miles. > > Paul in Dallas > [image: Image] > -- You received this message because

Re: [RBW] Just Pics from Your Good Ride Thread

2020-05-27 Thread Jim M.
of the Open Road”, Walt Whitman jim m walnut creek -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.co

Re: [RBW] Re: daily post ur riv

2020-05-08 Thread Jim M.
On Friday, May 8, 2020 at 10:08:49 AM UTC-7, DHans wrote: > > That’s a nice looking Clem. Would you mind posting your build specs since > this doesn’t look to be a Riv complete? I like the idea of a 1x drivetrain. > > Thanks, Doug. I built it with stuff I had in the parts box. Sugino crank (not

[RBW] Re: Cherry Blossoms Season!

2020-04-18 Thread Jim M.
Great thread and beautiful photos, Takashi! Here's a native to the Mt Diablo region, the Purple Chinese Lantern, also called Innocence. happy trails, jim m wc, ca <https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/mzAvqVPN_V4VT9U_ix49i_j5pgN-X-DuBkxYxp-g2sxGE6U3r0gUgG7zmfncIShs0tbwKhbH

[RBW] Re: Anyone using a RBW Nitto Basket Rack on a Clem H?

2020-04-18 Thread Jim M.
Late to the party, but here's my 52 Clem H with Nitto basket rack. Handles fine with a load in my opinion, and I've tried it with no hands fine too. jim m wc, ca <https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/FTiiFF-D0mY4Qp9tiJob

Re: [RBW] Semi OT post? - What bike would you take to the Himalayan foothills? And would you even go?

2020-03-23 Thread Jim M.
. happy trails, jim m wc, ca -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion

[RBW] Re: daily post ur riv

2020-03-20 Thread Jim M.
camping when things are less crazy. happy trails! jim m wc, ca -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@goo

Re: [RBW] Re: Nitto Basket Rack Reports and Photos?

2020-03-16 Thread Jim M.
My new Clem with basket rack. I like it a lot, and it mounted easily. The Clem does have a lot of eyelets. Sheltering in place in Walnut Creek, jim m -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

Re: [RBW] Re: Crash Stories

2020-03-16 Thread Jim M.
was descending and got distracted by the beautiful view of Kent Lake. Front wheel caught a rut and down I went. The end of the handlebars punched me in the rib and cracked one. Too painful to ride after that, so I hiked out about 8 miles. jim m wc, ca -- You received this message because you

[RBW] Re: WTB: Pass And Stow 5 rail rack

2020-03-15 Thread Jim M.
It's gone. Thanks for the interest. Healthy trails! jim m wc, ca On Sunday, March 15, 2020 at 9:48:31 AM UTC-7, Jim M. wrote: > > On Saturday, March 14, 2020 at 4:08:30 PM UTC-7, Jim M. wrote: >> >> i have a CETMA Half Rack, https://cetmacargo.com/products/cetma-halfrack, >

[RBW] Re: WTB: Pass And Stow 5 rail rack

2020-03-15 Thread Jim M.
On Saturday, March 14, 2020 at 4:08:30 PM UTC-7, Jim M. wrote: > > i have a CETMA Half Rack, https://cetmacargo.com/products/cetma-halfrack, > you can have cheap if you want. > >> >> Sorry for any confusion, I did not look closely at the link. I have an earlier

[RBW] Re: WTB: Pass And Stow 5 rail rack

2020-03-14 Thread Jim M.
i have a CETMA Half Rack, https://cetmacargo.com/products/cetma-halfrack, you can have cheap if you want. jim m wc, ca On Saturday, March 14, 2020 at 2:17:40 PM UTC-7, Justin, Oakland wrote: > > Color neutral. > > Thanks! > -J > -- You received this message because

[RBW] Re: Drop bar on MIT Atlantis?

2020-02-26 Thread Jim M.
Here's a famous MIT Atlantis with drops: https://theradavist.com/2019/01/ultra-romance-and-his-rivendell-atlantis-mountain-bike/ On Wednesday, February 26, 2020 at 4:00:13 AM UTC-8, John G. wrote: > > I have a bunch of parts in need of a 700c frame, so I’ve been pondering my > next build. I

[RBW] Re: How & when & why did you find Rivendell? What was your first bike or part from them?

2020-01-19 Thread Jim M.
hooked. happy trails! jim m walnut creek, ca -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.co

[RBW] Re: Evolution of Riv SS Designs?

2020-01-15 Thread Jim M.
On Wednesday, January 15, 2020 at 7:52:03 PM UTC-8, Philip Williamson wrote: > > Whoa. Holy clearances, Batman! > I had Bruce Gordon Rock n Roads on my first run green Quickbeam. I think > 38s and fenders are where it’s at, though. For that bike. > > Yes, I agree. The Big Apples were cushy but

[RBW] Re: Evolution of Riv SS Designs?

2020-01-15 Thread Jim M.
I had Big Apple 50s on my orange QB. Here's a pic <https://bit.ly/2QYhdeZ>. Close fit, and not much room for adjusting forward/backward, but quite comfy. jim m wc, ca -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: Still deciding whether you folks are a good influence or a bad influence...

2020-01-02 Thread Jim M.
I have a slipping post on my new Clem too. Vince told me a 27 won't fit. He said they could knurl the post to fix the problem. Luckily they're just down the street from me so I'm going to stop by and let them knurl away. Give them a call. They'll help. jim m wc, ca -- You received

[RBW] Re: Riv Atlantis MTB Video

2019-12-13 Thread Jim M.
Excellent work! Reminds me of the videos that Jay Ritchey did for RBW. Did you use an iphone? jim m wc, ca -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, sen

[RBW] Re: Thin Gripster alternatives?

2019-12-08 Thread Jim M.
> I've been using Thin Gripsters without a problem, but Rob's review convinced me. I was in need of pedals for the Clem I'm building, and I found the Vice for about $35. At first I thought the price was per pedal, but no, that's for two. So seems like a pretty good deal. jim m wc, ca -- You

[RBW] Re: Happy Retirement Bob!

2019-11-25 Thread Jim M.
One of my favorite ads from back in the day: On Monday, November 25, 2019 at 7:25:02 AM UTC-8, masmojo wrote: > > Another reminder that I am slipping into decrepitude. I remember getting > Bridgestone catalogs with him modeling. I had a Pineapple Bob t-shirt!! > I have been feeling rather

[RBW] Re: It's getting to be that time of year again: Time to order stuff from Rivendell

2019-11-12 Thread Jim M.
On Tuesday, November 12, 2019 at 6:55:32 AM UTC-8, Justin Kennedy wrote: > > anyone know if the basket racks are actually on hand at Riv or en route? > I picked mine up in person, so I know they're here. 26 left, so it's not yet too late. jim m wc, ca -- You received this message be

Re: [RBW] Re: It's getting to be that time of year again: Time to order stuff from Rivendell

2019-11-09 Thread Jim M.
FYI -- RBW got 60 of the new front racks and they're down to 30, so don't lose out. jim m wc, ca -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an ema

[RBW] Re: It's getting to be that time of year again: Time to order stuff from Rivendell

2019-11-07 Thread Jim M.
not. I didn't want to miss out this time so I just bought it. And I'm fairly confident I won't exceed whatever the limit is. jim m wc, ca -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop re

[RBW] Re: It's getting to be that time of year again: Time to order stuff from Rivendell

2019-11-07 Thread Jim M.
I just bought one of these: https://www.rivbike.com/products/a7s5klhjwe-oith-lk5465a?variant=20741323161711_source=esc_medium=email_campaign=nowbackinstock jim m wc, ca On Thursday, November 7, 2019 at 10:30:46 AM UTC-8, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > This quote sums it up better tha

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