Re: [RBW] Re: New Bike Day: My Little Platy

2024-05-23 Thread Tom Goodmann
So glad you posted this here, as the Insta vid is so fun. Congratulations! On Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 9:56:58 AM UTC-4 SallyG wrote: > What a wonder! Absolutely terrific...and I loved hearing the backstories! > > On Thu, May 23, 2024 at 6:08 AM ian m wrote: > >> Love the iridescent bits, the

[RBW] Re: SOLD: Heron Road frame & fork, 60 cm; $600 + shipping

2024-05-19 Thread Tom Goodmann
On Friday, May 17, 2024 at 12:20:36 PM UTC-4 Tom Goodmann wrote: One last effort to sell this never-built 60 cm Heron Road frame and fork only. As all will know, these bikes were designed by Grant at Rivendell as a collaboration with Rona Components, then owned by Ted Durant. and produced

[RBW] FS: Heron Road frame & fork, 60 cm; $600 + shipping

2024-05-17 Thread Tom Goodmann
One last effort to sell this never-built 60 cm Heron Road frame and fork only. As all will know, these bikes were designed by Grant at Rivendell as a collaboration with Rona Components, then owned by Ted Durant. and produced at Waterford. This beautiful blue-green road frame bears serial number

[RBW] Re: My Rivendell Platypus - A Forever Bike Build

2024-05-15 Thread Tom Goodmann
Ahhh! Beautiful build! I appreciate the details and photos you've shared of your informed and thoughtful build. What a Platypus! Wishing you thousands of safe and happy miles, Tom (leaving Miami) On Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 8:03:57 AM UTC-4 Ryan wrote: > Wow...that's some build...love that

[RBW] Price drop: NOS Heron Road, 60cm, $800-->$700

2024-04-20 Thread Tom Goodmann
Never-built 60 cm Heron Road frame and fork only (no headset; no bottom bracket). Designed by Grant at Rivendell as a collaboration with Rona Components, then owned by Ted Durant; built at Waterford. This beautiful blue-green road frame bears serial number B00055, and was built in February

[RBW] Re: Hello from Ireland

2024-04-16 Thread Tom Goodmann
Welcome, Nick! Very beautiful country in these views; please do share your rides here. I understand it rarely rains? :) Tom (in Miami until the rainy season) On Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at 11:27:34 AM UTC-4 Paul in Dallas wrote: > > > Nick, > > I add my welcome to the group > greetings. > >

[RBW] FS: NOS Heron Road frame & fork, 60 cm

2024-04-08 Thread Tom Goodmann
(Reposting as potential sale was not completed). I'm downsizing ahead of an impending move, and selling a never-built 60 cm Heron Road frame and fork only (no headset; no bottom bracket). As all of you will know, the bike was designed by Grant Petersen at Rivendell, and built by Waterford as a

[RBW] Re: FS: NOS Heron Road frame & fork, 60cm, $800

2024-03-28 Thread Tom Goodmann
The frame and fork are sold, pending payment. Thanks to all those who have written with interest. Tom On Wednesday, March 27, 2024 at 9:53:04 PM UTC-4 Tom Goodmann wrote: > As part of downsizing ahead of an impending move, I am selling a > never-built 60 cm Heron Road frame an

[RBW] FS: NOS Heron Road frame & fork, 60cm, $800

2024-03-27 Thread Tom Goodmann
As part of downsizing ahead of an impending move, I am selling a never-built 60 cm Heron Road frame and fork only (no headset; no bottom bracket). As all of you will know, the bike was designed by Grant Petersen at Rivendell, and built by Waterford as a collaboration with Rona

Re: [RBW] Philadelphia Bike Expo March 16 - 17

2024-03-18 Thread Tom Goodmann
Echoing Eric: so good to see Roman, James, and Will--and three beautiful bikes (all of which sold, I believe)--as well as meeting Roberta, Leah, Pam, Tom, Patty, Paul, Rick (riding a Rom with 38s!) and others at PBE. Multiple Atlantises and Platys amid the throngs. A very nice event in every

[RBW] FS: 1994 Bridgestone RB-T, size 59; $500 OBO, plus shipping & insurance

2024-03-08 Thread Tom Goodmann
(With apologies for cross-posting from the iBOB list). Selling my1994 Bridgestone RB-T. This one is in very good shape, mostly original, and still a pleasure to ride. Shimano RX100 crank and triple rings, RX100 front and rear derailleurs, Shimano bar end shifters, Sakae 0-degree/90-degree

[RBW] Re: Philadelphia Bike Expo March 16 - 17

2024-02-27 Thread Tom Goodmann
This will be my first time at PBE (I missed all of the years of NAHBS). Regrettably coming from Miami without a bike, but hoping to rent one for at least one of the rides, and also volunteering for a shift at the show. Happy to meet up with Rivfolk! (Do we need a secret sign???) Tom (who is

[RBW] Has anyone else tried the new Riv seat?

2023-11-13 Thread Tom Goodmann
Riv shipment just delivered, including the new seat, which I mounted right away for a neighborhood spin. I find it immediately comfortable and am eager to try it on a longer ride; first impressions are very positive. Have any of you ridden it yet? Now for that new derailer/derailleur! Tom

[RBW] Just mounted the new Riv seat+++

2023-11-13 Thread Tom Goodmann
Riv shipment just delivered, including the new seat, which I mounted right away for a neighborhood spin. I find it immediately comfortable and am eager to try it on a longer ride; first impressions are very positive. Now for that new derailer/derailleur! Tom Miami, FL, where it is currently

[RBW] Re: Style on the bike

2023-09-09 Thread Tom Goodmann
I empathize, Leah. Not being one for beausage in any area of life, I am okay with wear and character on boots, but not with chain grease on pants. You might try various ankle straps; those with velcro seem to have limited effectiveness, as your experience suggest, and wear out over time. But

[RBW] Re: Book Recommendation: The United States of Adventure

2023-04-23 Thread Tom Goodmann
Thanks, Leah! I've not read this one, but will do, and recommend her *Llama Drama *as well. Tom On Sunday, April 23, 2023 at 1:02:19 PM UTC-4 JAS wrote: > Thank you for this recommendation, Leah! After reading the short glimpse > of the book on Amazon, Ann McNuff looks to be a very talented

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: Nitto quill adapter, 130mm

2023-04-23 Thread Tom Goodmann
ities. I live in my > driftless-like area along the Ohio River which is very much like the > Mississippi River valley but on a smaller scale, so it's more easily > accessible from my house. > > The beauty in telling stories is in the speaking, animating them ;) > > > > On Sunday

[RBW] Re: WTB: Nitto quill adapter, 130mm

2023-04-23 Thread Tom Goodmann
Thank you, both. I tried that one branded as Soma, Wes, and it was too tall; I'll get hold of Ben's Cycle and confirm things, Garth. I agree with your thumbs up for Midwestern sensibilities; I'm thinking seriously about returning to the Driftless area for all the riding and more that it

[RBW] WTB: Nitto quill adapter, 130mm

2023-04-22 Thread Tom Goodmann
Though likely scarce as a horn shed from a unicorn, I wonder whether anyone might have one of these and be willing to part with it. https://www.rivbike.com/products/nitto-mtc-quill-for-threadless-stem I've been on the restock notification list for Riv, understanding the wait for many things

[RBW] Re: Pamela Murray: Bike Hero

2023-04-07 Thread Tom Goodmann
This video is the best! It's true what you say, Pam: you're always smiling 'cause you're always on your bike. And inspiring too--as in, "What could I be doing in my own community?" Here is further recent acknowledgment of Pam:

[RBW] Re: Pamela Murray: Bike Hero

2023-04-05 Thread Tom Goodmann
Congratulations, Pam! It's a very enjoyable story to watch. Tom (in Miami, a flat environment that could be transformed into a cycling city!) On Wednesday, April 5, 2023 at 2:59:56 PM UTC-4 Doug H. wrote: > So cool. Being from Georgia, I must say I love and appreciate Pam's > accent. She

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Heron Rando-55cm

2023-03-17 Thread Tom Goodmann
ompany) but I'm not clear if they ever got going. > > Joe Bernard > > On Friday, March 17, 2023 at 12:09:48 PM UTC-7 Tom Goodmann wrote: > >> As I'm sure everyone knows, the Heron geo information is still available, >> though not standover figures: http://www.heronbi

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Heron Rando-55cm

2023-03-17 Thread Tom Goodmann
As I'm sure everyone knows, the Heron geo information is still available, though not standover figures: http://www.heronbicycles.com/geometry.html. The geometry for the Heron Randonneur--very few of them made, as you say, Mike--is not so different from the Touring or Road models in terms of

Re: [RBW] Hand-Wringing: Kickstand Edition

2023-02-28 Thread Tom Goodmann
RBW List to the rescue! So nice! Tom in Miami On Tuesday, February 28, 2023 at 9:45:48 PM UTC-5 krhe...@gmail.com wrote: > Hi Leah, > > I am sorry to hear of your misgivings over your bicycle parts. > > If you are still not happy with your new kickstand, I would be more than > happy to send

Re: [RBW] Re: Signing up for Scary Things: Intro to Bike Mechanics

2023-02-21 Thread Tom Goodmann
Excellent post, Leah, and the thread it has inspired; kudos to your LBS and mechanic too. I can only do a few things at this point, but mean to change that by signing up for a class at the United Bicycle Institute in Oregon sometime in the next year, once I step off the work wheel here in May.

[RBW] Re: Just restored '95 Riv Road

2023-02-09 Thread Tom Goodmann
What a good story of bicycle and bicyclist! Thank you for including a great set of photos; as everyone has said, the restoration is beautiful, offering testimony too to Waterford as a do-it-all shop. One of the many things I appreciate about bicycles is the long lives of multiple use and

Re: [RBW] Re: English subtitles for Blue Lug's video

2023-02-03 Thread Tom Goodmann
Thank you so much, Masa! Watching this (along with "Cycle Around Japan" episodes) makes me want to go there and ride a great Japanese bike around the islands. Tom On Friday, February 3, 2023 at 10:05:05 AM UTC-5 Keith P. wrote: > This is great! > > I have watched several Blue Lug videos in

[RBW] Re: Nice Rivendell, Goodrich and Sevens for Sale

2023-01-24 Thread Tom Goodmann
ut I bet he'd be open to delivering to a local shop to > arrange shipping. > > -Brian > > On Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at 7:44:29 AM UTC-6 Tom Goodmann wrote: > >> What a collection! All look very clean too. Acknowledging the keen eyes >> here, it's too bad someone is not

[RBW] Re: Nice Rivendell, Goodrich and Sevens for Sale

2023-01-24 Thread Tom Goodmann
What a collection! All look very clean too. Acknowledging the keen eyes here, it's too bad someone is not on hand to help the seller offer accurate information about each bike. (Is everyone looking at flights to Saint Louis??) Tom On Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at 7:41:20 AM UTC-5 Frank Brose

[RBW] Re: Back On A Platypus

2023-01-22 Thread Tom Goodmann
Nice set-up! The bike looks very much at home in its new setting. Congratulations on the new-to-you bike, and to both of you on a successful exchange. On Sunday, January 22, 2023 at 6:58:06 PM UTC-5 Jared Wilson wrote: > PHOTO >

Re: [RBW] Unicorn pursuit . . . Heron Randonneur 59

2022-02-06 Thread Tom Goodmann
Looking into the history on this list, I see now that a 59 Heron Rando came and went on CL in April 2019--so the unicorn made at least one appearance! On Saturday, February 5, 2022 at 2:04:18 PM UTC-5 Tom Goodmann wrote: > Thanks, Joe! Few Rivs appear here on the East Coast, at least as

Re: [RBW] Unicorn pursuit . . . Heron Randonneur 59

2022-02-05 Thread Tom Goodmann
...@gmail.com wrote: > Hey Tom, > > I’m on a unicorn search too for a Rosco Bubbe MMM. Never give up! I’ll > keep an eye out for you here in Los Angeles. > > Good luck! > Joe > > On Feb 5, 2022, at 9:43 AM, Tom Goodmann wrote: > > Most unlikely to find, I know;

[RBW] Unicorn pursuit . . . Heron Randonneur 59

2022-02-05 Thread Tom Goodmann
Most unlikely to find, I know; could probably make a 61 work too, although that size is no more likely to be found, I'm sure! There's a 55 on c'list, I see. Unicorns aside, I appreciate this bunch! Tom -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Timeline - it's happening!

2021-12-03 Thread Tom Goodmann
This thread is the best reading I've done this week, although it makes me want *all-the-Rivs*! Tom (in Miami, where it's peak riding season) On Wednesday, December 1, 2021 at 9:37:13 PM UTC-5 Chris L wrote: > I'll have to check out that thread. > > As a gray/orange Hunqapillar owner, I much

[RBW] WTB Heron Randonneur, 59 cm

2021-11-17 Thread Tom Goodmann
As posted over at ibob, this is a quixotic quest, I'm sure, but if anyone knows of a Heron Randonneur frame for sale, I'd be happy to learn (I see one out there on CL, but it is a 55 cm frame). I think few of these frames were made, so the chances are slim. Tom -- You received this message

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 59 Waterford/Riv Heron Touring, complete bike

2021-02-05 Thread Tom Goodmann
t of luck with the sale! Someone is going to get a great ride. > > Ray > > On Monday, February 1, 2021 at 11:22:31 AM UTC-6 Tom Goodmann wrote: > >> HI, Ray; I should have included my location; I'll edit my post. I'm in >> Miami in zip code 33155. As I said, a while back I posted

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 59 Waterford/Riv Heron Touring, complete bike

2021-02-01 Thread Tom Goodmann
you mind > if I ask where you are located? > > Ray > > On Monday, February 1, 2021 at 10:12:27 AM UTC-6 Tom Goodmann wrote: > >> Hi, Chris; >> >> I appreciate you writing--guess I should be asking for more for this >> bike! I won't re

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 59 Waterford/Riv Heron Touring, complete bike

2021-02-01 Thread Tom Goodmann
r could easily dimple the > chainstays, and it would probably clear 40mm tires, maybe even 42mm. > > I also had a 58cm Heron Road that was a wonderful bike. I sold it to > finance an Rambouillet, which is also a wonderful bike, but I miss the > Heron Road! > > Chris > > On Sunday, January

Re: [RBW] Grand Bois Cypres 700 x 30 substitutes?

2020-08-16 Thread Tom Goodmann
Thanks, Steve, for sharing your buying experience with GB; very helpful. --Tom On Sun, Aug 16, 2020 at 8:39 AM Steve Palincsar wrote: > > On 8/15/20 11:36 PM, 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch wrote: > > Not specifically. Cost was about the same as shipping from a US vendor, as I > recall. >

Re: [RBW] Re: Converting a Legolas from threadless to threaded/quill

2020-08-13 Thread Tom Goodmann
a lovely Legolas with an unthreaded stem and would prefer a > threaded version so I can get the bars higher without the awkwardly > appearance of a steep sloping threadless stem. > > On Thursday, August 13, 2020 at 7:16:32 AM UTC-5, Tom Goodmann wrote: >> >> This is a great bike, a

Re: [RBW] Re: Converting a Legolas from threadless to threaded/quill

2020-08-13 Thread Tom Goodmann
gt; > You could have Mark build you a fork for the bike. Or Rivendell would > probably order one for you if you ask. > > Best Regards, > > Will > William M. deRosset > Fort Collins, CO > > On Thursday, August 13, 2020 at 6:16:32 AM UTC-6, Tom Goodmann wrote: >> >

[RBW] Converting a Legolas from threadless to threaded/quill

2020-08-13 Thread Tom Goodmann
This is a great bike, and not so easily found; and with the help of a local friend from this list, the cockpit fits me well at the very limit of spacers. The steerer was cut too short to my liking by the previous owner, and I am frustrated that the stem is not adjustable, a feature I enjoy

Re: [RBW] Re: Grand Bois Cypres 700 x 30 substitutes?

2020-06-24 Thread Tom Goodmann
gt; > On Wednesday, June 24, 2020 at 2:29:45 PM UTC-4, Tom Goodmann wrote: >> >> +1 on praise for Paul's post--it was the best read, the best laugh, I >> have enjoyed this week. And thanks to all of you for sharing your views >> and information . . . I never *tire *of reading

Re: [RBW] Re: Grand Bois Cypres 700 x 30 substitutes?

2020-06-24 Thread Tom Goodmann
ut Challenge does see >> the need to have a video on their website showing their preferred mounting >> technique. And boy howdy the dude in the video doesn't seem to struggle >> like I do. I've bought more than one pair near-new from somebody on a forum >> who gave up trying to

[RBW] Re: Grand Bois Cypres 700 x 30 substitutes?

2020-06-21 Thread Tom Goodmann
Thanks, Eric; thanks, Ray. I just found an April 22nd post about Scott Davis, and so can get them via him or his ebay site, as well as the Compass tires. I ride Barlow Pass 38s on the Legolas, and like them very much. On Sunday, June 21, 2020 at 11:07:49 AM UTC-4, Tom Goodmann wrote: > >

[RBW] Grand Bois Cypres 700 x 30 substitutes?

2020-06-21 Thread Tom Goodmann
I've long enjoyed the suppleness of these tires, but they seem not to have been available in the U.S. now for some years; I think they can still be obtained outside the U.S.. Any recommendations for near-equivalents? (Labeled as 700 x 30, but seem to measure out closer to 32). Thanks in

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 59 Waterford/Riv Heron Touring complete bike

2018-12-11 Thread Tom Goodmann
ince then. > > <https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-bDt8rKW/0/2d884bd3/O/i-bDt8rKW.jpg> > > > On Sunday, December 9, 2018 at 7:13:29 PM UTC-5, Tom Goodmann wrote: >> >> Chris, what's your set-up on the Heron? I agree; like anything Riv, you >> can ask so many

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 59 Waterford/Riv Heron Touring complete bike

2018-12-09 Thread Tom Goodmann
ng a steal! > > Chris > > > On Saturday, December 8, 2018 at 8:55:36 PM UTC-5, Tom Goodmann wrote: >> >> [image: Heron Touring 1.jpeg] >> >> I’m selling a silver (or pewter) Waterford Precision Cycles-made Heron >> Touring bike in very good condition, inc

[RBW] Re: FS: 59 Waterford/Riv Heron Touring complete bike

2018-12-08 Thread Tom Goodmann
Shipping from 33155, by the way. On Saturday, December 8, 2018 at 8:55:36 PM UTC-5, Tom Goodmann wrote: > > [image: Heron Touring 1.jpeg] > > I’m selling a silver (or pewter) Waterford Precision Cycles-made Heron > Touring bike in very good condition, including everythin

Re: [RBW] FS: 59 Waterford/Riv Heron Touring complete bike

2018-12-08 Thread Tom Goodmann
Miami 33155--I'll put that in the ad; thanks for the reminder. On Sat, Dec 8, 2018 at 9:01 PM Karl wrote: > Where are you located Tom? > > Karl > Nashville, TN > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to a topic in the > Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To

[RBW] FS: 59 Waterford/Riv Heron Touring complete bike

2018-12-08 Thread Tom Goodmann
[image: Heron Touring 1.jpeg] I’m selling a silver (or pewter) Waterford Precision Cycles-made Heron Touring bike in very good condition, including everything except pedals and saddle. It offers a stable ride with OS downtube, taking up to a 35mm tire. I have used the bike as a commuter,

[RBW] Re: WTB 60 Quickbeam or SimpleOne

2017-12-19 Thread Tom Goodmann
Will send you a PM on a green one, 60 cm. --Tom On Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at 3:26:38 PM UTC-5, nathan wrote: > > I got excited about the Frank concept and was ready to buy, but sadly > couldn't snag a 59 in time. > > So… is anyone selling a 60 Quickbeam or SimpleOne? I'd be able to pickup

[RBW] Re: 650b tires: the fat and the skinny about them?

2017-12-15 Thread Tom Goodmann
to Rule Them All. --Tom On Friday, December 15, 2017 at 6:34:00 AM UTC-5, Belopsky wrote: > > I'll sell you a pair of these: 650x36, > http://www.cyclesgrandbois.com/SHOP/T650_F35_SS.html > extra leger, red. Mounted once. $110 shipped > > On Thursday, December 14, 2017 at 9:2

[RBW] 650b tires: the fat and the skinny about them?

2017-12-14 Thread Tom Goodmann
I'm the current happy rider of a Curt Goodrich-built Proto Saluki (my friend from this list and I have already traded the bike back and forth once between us) shod with Gran Bois 42s. It's a nimble and quick-turning, and I'd like to play around with tire sizes a bit to see how "roady" I can

[RBW] Re: FS: 56 cm Sam Hillborne

2017-01-15 Thread Tom Goodmann
On Sunday, January 15, 2017 at 2:31:11 PM UTC-5, Tom Goodmann wrote: > > A 56 Sam in excellent condition, ridden without beausage: really, not a > mark on it. Standard Riv build with Albatross bars, Silver bar-end > shifters, Misha's cork grips. $1500 plus shipping for complet

[RBW] Re: FS: 56 cm Sam Hillborne

2017-01-15 Thread Tom Goodmann
BTW, double TT, as evident in the photos, and a size no longer offered for this model. On Sunday, January 15, 2017 at 2:31:11 PM UTC-5, Thom Goodmann wrote: > > A 56 Sam in excellent condition, ridden without beausage: really, not a > mark on it. Standard Riv build with Albatross bars, Silver

Re: [RBW] Re: 59 cm Legolas on CList near me; $1400 f/f/hs

2015-09-05 Thread Tom Goodmann
Happy purchaser here; the seller worked with me nicely on the price when I asked him to reconsider, and he looked again at the recent eBay Legolas sale so, after all, no huge mark-up from the previous sale, and a pretty rare Riv, too. --Thom in Miami On Saturday, September 5, 2015 at 1:52:18

Re: [RBW] Re: fs: 59cm rivendell all-rounder.

2015-04-29 Thread Tom Goodmann
Thanks, Sasha. Thrilled about this! On Tue, Apr 28, 2015 at 1:10 PM, sasha eysymontt sas...@gmail.com wrote: Sold, thanks Tom! On Monday, April 27, 2015 at 6:32:16 PM UTC-4, Tom Goodmann wrote: Sasha, I'll take it! Tom more later back at my computer! -- You received this message

[RBW] fs: 59cm rivendell all-rounder.

2015-04-27 Thread Tom Goodmann
Sasha, I'll take it! Tom more later back at my computer! -- 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

[RBW] Re: Ram as a light tourer-your experiences?

2015-03-24 Thread Tom Goodmann
Thanks, all, for a discussion that confirms my current effort to buy a Ram frame and fork. I've been looking for a Heron Road, enjoying a Heron Touring model already (though not as carefully built up as yours, Olof Stroh). I got no response to my replies to a CL post for a 58 Heron Road, but

[RBW] Fishing for a Heron

2015-01-24 Thread Tom Goodmann
I'm so happy commuting on a 59 cm Heron Touring bike (acquired from a certain auction site) that I am on the hunt for a Road/Rally (60 cm, I think), or Randonneuring model (can't find a geo chart for this model), in case anyone has one for potential sale, either as f/f etc, or as a complete

Re: [RBW] Fishing for a Heron

2015-01-24 Thread Tom Goodmann
Thanks, Mike; I've saved this information. Looks like a couple of sizes will work for me with regard to a Road/Rally or Randonneur. --Tom On Saturday, January 24, 2015 at 9:47:16 AM UTC-5, mike goldman wrote:

Re: [RBW] Re: Minneapolis country bike rally

2014-10-04 Thread Tom Goodmann
Thanks for sharing, David; nice write-up. --Tom . . . still hot in Miami On Sat, Oct 4, 2014 at 1:10 PM, Marc Irwin irwin7...@gmail.com wrote: I finally took the time to post a recap of the weekend with a bunch of photos on my blog if anybody wants to take a look.

Re: [RBW] Re: Minneapolis country bike rally

2014-09-30 Thread Tom Goodmann
Sounds like a wonderful weekend, describing a potential future for so many communities to begin planning and building as MSP has already done, and continues to do. Miami has less infrastructure, and not nearly such a well-developed bicycling culture, but we're getting there via efforts such as

Re: [RBW] Re: Was Redemption, now fly fishing

2014-08-28 Thread Tom Goodmann
Like. A lot. Nice photo, Ron. (If I am right about what I see, I'd guess that not many here may know the significance of that reel in relation to your identity elsewhere!) Tom Miami On Thu, Aug 28, 2014 at 9:00 AM, Ron Mc bulldog...@gmail.com wrote:

[RBW] Re: Was Redemption, now fly fishing

2014-08-27 Thread Tom Goodmann
I started out combining the two with a multipiece strapped to my old LeTour while attending grad school in Indiana, where I first saw someone fly fishing in a small lake, and thought it the coolest activity I'd ever seen. I still bikefish in Miami--there's a canal or a lake in a park nearly

[RBW] Re: Sam is built...AMAZING

2014-08-27 Thread Tom Goodmann
Nice-looking build; really clean lines (and, yes, a clean bike for now!) Enjoy--I'm on my Sam nearly every day. Congrats. --Tom On Wednesday, August 27, 2014 11:43:37 AM UTC-4, Cyclofiend Jim wrote: Congrats Jon! Grab every moment and get some miles on that bike! enjoy, enjoy! - Jim

[RBW] Re: Collection of The Rivendell Reader + 4 catalogues: $20

2014-04-20 Thread Tom Goodmann
Thought I PM'd you yesterday, but maybe I missed out? --Tom On Friday, April 18, 2014 8:33:44 PM UTC-4, Tom Rooker wrote: I am selling my eternally amusing collection of The Rivendell Reader. Issues are: RR-9: When Box Kites Blackened The Skies; RR-10: How Cameras Binoculars Used To

[RBW] Re: Used (Vince's) 60cm Betty Foy at Rivbike

2014-04-09 Thread Tom Goodmann
The Betty and the 59 San Marcos didn't last long! --Tom (Miami) -- 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] Re: New Bike Day

2014-03-28 Thread Tom Goodmann
Please tell us more about the frame, Anne; it's radically simple lines are beautiful. Also looks ready for anything, including biking on the moon. Very cool--I am going to use this picture in a summer course--, On Two Wheels, a parallel history of the bicycle and motorcycle. Thanks for

[RBW] Re: A case for clearance and canti's

2014-03-25 Thread Tom Goodmann
What a season it has been up there! Our son is dying to re-injure himself in cyclocross . . . Nice build; I benefited from the same deal on those framesets a year ago, and am still learning happily from the Sam, as it is different from any bike I've ever owned. I'm eager to try it with drops,

[RBW] Re: The hills are calling and they are green

2014-03-10 Thread Tom Goodmann
Looks like a fine time was had by all. I like the night shots, though my favorite are those you got of various people hatching from tents. Nice to see that area green again. Tom (Miami) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To

[RBW] Re: Nice Riv Photos from Google Search

2014-03-07 Thread Tom Goodmann
Riv-eting . . . very cool; thanks for sharing. Not least among the pleasures of these bicycles are there aesthetic qualities, including a remarkable variety in the catalogue to date. --Tom (Miami, where we had a tornado watch yesterday; weird) -- You received this message because you are

Re: [RBW] Re: Nice Riv Photos from Google Search

2014-03-07 Thread Tom Goodmann
Gasp! Excellent, truly excellent. Thanks for sharing. --Tom On Fri, Mar 7, 2014 at 8:44 AM, Marty mgie...@mac.com wrote: If you like headbadges...I need a Cheviot badge to complete an update to this. I have a couple other variations that did not make the cut last time. (Still waiting for

[RBW] Re: A lugged steel boomerang? My Hillborne is back!

2014-02-28 Thread Tom Goodmann
Great story, Bill; thanks for providing some of the pictorial history too. Just in from work on a double TT blue Sam, nearing its first year since purchase from Headquarters; if you have to go to work, that is a good way to go. --Tom (Miami; yep, beautiful day again) -- You received this

Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam Gets Fatter - a set on Flickr

2014-01-23 Thread Tom Goodmann
That 650B QB sounds interesting; I'd love to try one of those sometime. Does it yield a bit more clearance, then, in terms of potential toe overlap? --Tom On Thu, Jan 23, 2014 at 8:57 AM, Steven Frederick stl...@gmail.com wrote: My QB is one of the 650b-wheeled versions from the last run of

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Gets Fatter - a set on Flickr

2014-01-21 Thread Tom Goodmann
35 Paselas are what I ride on my new-to-me QB, and I like 'em a lot on the road . . . though I will go fatter still for some trail/levee riding (almost totally level) in the near future. --Tom (Miami, where the weather for winter riding is about perfect right now) -- You received

[RBW] Re: Sneak preview of the Riv Chica Warhorse

2014-01-21 Thread Tom Goodmann
Do keep sharing! The frame and fork alone make the thing look like it is in motion, standing still.--Tom (Miami) -- 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

[RBW] Re: Minneapolis country bike rally

2014-01-14 Thread Tom Goodmann
At this early point, then, Jim, a simple Thanks! for putting the idea out there. Momentum will build, no doubt. Tom (Miami, for which you don't want to know the forecast today) On Tuesday, January 14, 2014 4:00:20 AM UTC-5, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery wrote: Starting a new thread to

[RBW] Re: How cold was your first day ride?

2014-01-01 Thread Tom Goodmann
Miami, FL: 81 degrees; 70% humidity. Baby, it isn't cold out there; I remember other cool, blustery New Year's rides. Quickbeam. On Wednesday, January 1, 2014 11:38:33 AM UTC-5, Bill Fulford wrote: Kennebunk Maine, 19 degrees, felt like 4. Baby it's cold out there. Rode the Hunqapillar and

Re: [RBW] Re: My new-to-me 'Beamer

2013-12-31 Thread Tom Goodmann
. enjoy yours! i wish it wasn't so darn cold here so i could ride mine today! On Monday, December 30, 2013 3:50:23 PM UTC-5, Tom Goodmann wrote: Thanks to listmember Frank Neff, who delivered this beautiful Quickbeam about forty-eight hours ago, building it up right here at the house using Open

[RBW] Re: I like!

2013-12-18 Thread Tom Goodmann
Ja! for some reason, I've been hankering for a Legolas these last few weeks. These photos a) deepen the respect; b) heighten the hankerin'! Thanks for sharing, Patrick. --Tom in Miami (where it was a perfect day) On Sunday, December 15, 2013 7:47:01 PM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote: ...and wish

[RBW] Re: Need collectives help on color choice.

2013-10-30 Thread Tom Goodmann
Of the two choices, my vote is for the burnt orange; I agree that the cream accents would look great (but more $). --Tom in Miami -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Talk about the rules

2013-09-06 Thread Tom Goodmann
+1 on that point, Ron: I always feel like a happy kid again on a bike, every single time. And I am never happier than when on a stream with family and friends, or alone, as well. Rules? Fun to make; fun to break among aficionados of various spots and stripes. As I think has been said on this

[RBW] Re: Talk about the rules

2013-09-05 Thread Tom Goodmann
Thanks for the link--enjoyable. And the Velominati made me laugh, as well; The Rules seem quaint, from sometime before blood doping etc blew the Tour wide open, and not where cycling is headed now, world-over. On Wednesday, September 4, 2013 11:55:28 PM UTC-4, Manuel Acosta wrote: By far one

Re: [RBW] Re: Talk about the rules

2013-09-05 Thread Tom Goodmann
. I just happen to be among those who have discarded carbon (and aluminum), reducing my rides to steel. And yet the number of bikes has multiplied!? I do appreciate the rule that says the ideal number of bikes is n + 1 . . . . On Thu, Sep 5, 2013 at 1:54 PM, Tom Goodmann tgoodm...@gmail.com

Re: [RBW] Re: Talk about the rules

2013-09-05 Thread Tom Goodmann
I relish the smirks that meet the drop of the kickstand on my Sam! Better than leaning it against a light pole in a coffee stand parking lot crowded with crabon bikes, as BikeSnobNYC likes to call them. Nice photo, Ron Mc! On Thu, Sep 5, 2013 at 1:23 PM, dougP dougpn...@cox.net wrote: Don't

[RBW] Re: Summer is over...(For me anyway)

2013-08-28 Thread Tom Goodmann
Great pictures, as always, Manny--and I love seeing that XO-4 out and about in the world! On Wednesday, August 28, 2013 9:04:23 AM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote: Spectacular outing, Manny. I love the random meet-up on Mt. Diablo. Yup, Autumn's nippin' in the air here and leaves are starting

Re: [RBW] Re: Recommendations for Saddle Bag--mostly for books

2013-08-23 Thread Tom Goodmann
stuff on your bike a no-brainer. Matt On Thursday, August 22, 2013 9:40:35 PM UTC-4, Tom Goodmann wrote: With a school year just about underway, I'm late to ask; looking for recommendations for a saddle bag--likely more flat than square--for ferrying books a notebook pc on a Sam or a Heron

Re: [RBW] Re: Recommendations for Saddle Bag--mostly for books

2013-08-23 Thread Tom Goodmann
Loads of good ideas, as usual on this list. Tom, a photo would be great; I like the home remedy! Several recommendations, then, for the medium or large Saddlesack (also a handsome bag). Swift Industries Mini Rolltop panniers are the other choice I have in mind: MUSA; waxed canvas option; two

[RBW] Recommendations for Saddle Bag--mostly for books

2013-08-22 Thread Tom Goodmann
With a school year just about underway, I'm late to ask; looking for recommendations for a saddle bag--likely more flat than square--for ferrying books a notebook pc on a Sam or a Heron Touring. Each has a rear rack too, so panniers are another way to go, of course, but my first thought is

[RBW] Re: Slightly OT: Motorcycle Riding and Bicycles

2013-07-21 Thread Tom Goodmann
BSWP--Andrew--says it well: the two kinds of two-wheelers complement each other. Besides my Sam, Heron Touring, Bridgestone RB-T and XO-1, I ride a 2010 BMW F650GS (the detuned version of the 800 twin); I've been happy on an F650 single before that, and a '94 K75S, the smothest triple I've

[RBW] Re: Sam H starring in film

2013-06-19 Thread Tom Goodmann
, June 18, 2013 8:23:01 PM UTC-7, Tom Goodmann wrote: Am I the last person on this list to see this? Apologies if this is old news--haven't found a thread on it. Apparently won praise at 2012 cycling film festival: http://vimeo.com/46103673 Both bikes moustachioed, too. Tom -- You

[RBW] Sam H starring in film

2013-06-18 Thread Tom Goodmann
Am I the last person on this list to see this? Apologies if this is old news--haven't found a thread on it. Apparently won praise at 2012 cycling film festival: http://vimeo.com/46103673 Both bikes moustachioed, too. Tom -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: Some details on the midwest Riv and Country Bike Rally

2013-06-14 Thread Tom Goodmann
Marc, Thoroughly enjoyable write-up--and photos, as well. The first one of that rolling countryside got me interested right away. Thanks for sharing. Tom On Friday, June 14, 2013 12:35:38 PM UTC-4, Marc Irwin wrote: There are some with the recap I posted on my blog

Re: [RBW] Re: It is BACK!

2013-06-05 Thread Tom Goodmann
Looks great! So, while you look for time to build it out, you have wonderful art for your wall! On Wednesday, June 5, 2013 9:15:39 PM UTC-4, EricP wrote: Another one drooling over the bike. Very nice. Love the blue and the cream looks creamier than the regular Rivendell version. Could

Re: [RBW] Re: Some details on the midwest Riv and Country Bike Rally

2013-05-28 Thread Tom Goodmann
Very sorry to miss this ride! We'll look forward to pictures. Happy and safe riding in the beautiful Driftless, all! --Tom -- 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,

Re: [RBW] Favorite pedals?

2013-05-01 Thread Tom Goodmann
The shoe side of SPDs offers a nice platform, and the dual-use design is appealing; plus, the darn things just look good. I don't know whether I'll clip in again any time soon, all the same. The MKS touring pedals are classics, I agree; weirdly (I admit), I've been looking at MKS folding pedals

Re: [RBW] Re: Spring Commutes

2013-04-25 Thread Tom Goodmann
Handsome bikes! I really like the front rack set-up on the Hunqa. How do those wooden fenders do on wet days in Rain City? On Thursday, April 25, 2013 2:34:03 AM UTC-4, stonehog wrote: It's a semi custom rack made by a local Seattle builder for the Rawland rSogn.

[RBW] Re: A ride report on my 300k brevet on an A. Homer Hilsen.

2013-04-22 Thread Tom Goodmann
Great ride; great read. Thanks for sharing. -Tom/ Miami On Monday, April 22, 2013 7:59:14 PM UTC-4, hsmitham wrote: Really liked the Blog report on your ride. Very eloquent prose. Best, Hugh Sunland, CA On Monday, April 22, 2013 4:41:27 PM UTC-7, Iron Rider wrote: Thanks Ian. I am

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