[RBW] 8-Speed Jtek Bar End Shifter
Hi all: Do you know where i can find an 8-Speed Jtek Bar End Shifter? It appears Jtek stopped making them. I ask because i want to put a Shimano Alfine internally geared 8-speed hub on my Rambouillet. Alex -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Silver shifter problem
The Shimano ones appear machined differently and so do not have this problem. But I'd grease anyway. On Dec 5, 4:02 pm, Rene Sterental wrote: > Would the same greasing of the cable head apply to Shimano's bar end > shifters as well? > > On 12/5/09, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery wrote: > > > > > I recommend greasing the cable head before installation. > > > On Dec 5, 5:39 pm, stevep33 wrote: > >> Has anyone had trouble removing a derailleur cable from a Silver > >> downtube shift lever? I was changing my cables today and found that > >> the head of the cable is stuck in the shift lever hole. I tried > >> everything to remove it, and I think I pretty much destroyed the > >> shifter in the process. > >> I like how these shifters feel and would buy another in a heart beat, > >> but not if this is a persistent issue. > >> Is this a case of user error? Are there any tricks to avoid this kind > >> of problem? > >> Does anyone have a left side Silver downtube shifter they want to > >> sell? > > > -- > > > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > > To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. > > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > > rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. > > For more options, visit this group at > >http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. > > -- > Sent from my mobile device -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Silver shifter problem
Yes. Twice. Until the problem is fixed it's Shimanos for me. (Yes, the cable heads were greased.) On Dec 5, 3:39 pm, stevep33 wrote: > Has anyone had trouble removing a derailleur cable from a Silver > downtube shift lever? I was changing my cables today and found that > the head of the cable is stuck in the shift lever hole. I tried > everything to remove it, and I think I pretty much destroyed the > shifter in the process. > I like how these shifters feel and would buy another in a heart beat, > but not if this is a persistent issue. > Is this a case of user error? Are there any tricks to avoid this kind > of problem? > Does anyone have a left side Silver downtube shifter they want to > sell? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] New Bombadil group on flickr
on 12/5/09 10:40 AM, newenglandbike at matthiasbe...@gmail.com wrote: > Hi All, > > I just wanted to bring to yall's attention a new flickr group > dedicated to the Bombadil.So far I am its only member, but > hopefully it will grow fast.I know there is already a terrific > group dedicated to RBW, but I figured the Bombadil is a really unique > and special bike, even among Rivendells, and that it might warrant > having its own flickr group. > > I know there are already quite a few Bombadil owners who have shared > images of their rig on flickr, and they've all been invited to join > (or at least, I hope they have). > > If there are any more owners lurking here, who have not yet snapped a > photo, or uploaded images of their Bombadil to flickr, please do! > I'm hoping it will be a great way to showcase the versatility and > configurability of this great bike. > > > The group URL is here: > > http://www.flickr.com/groups/bombadil/ > also a Bombadil page on cyclofiend.com http://cyclofiend.com/rbw/bombadil -- Jim Edgar cyclofi...@earthlink.net "One Cog - Zero Excuses" L/S T-shirt - Now available http://www.cyclofiend.com/stuff Cyclofiend Bicycle Photo Galleries - http://www.cyclofiend.com Current Classics - Cross Bikes Singlespeed - Working Bikes Send In Your Photos! - Here's how: http://www.cyclofiend.com/guidelines -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: 62cm Upgraded Quickbeam for "Sale"
Dang if I wasn't to short and too broke I would be all over this -what a beaut! and great cause. As a West Seattleite I applaud your support of Val who builds awesome wheels at Aaron's. Bravo hope someone snaps this up On Dec 5, 1:14 pm, cyclotourist wrote: > On Sat, Dec 5, 2009 at 1:00 PM, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > On Sat, 2009-12-05 at 12:27 -0800, cyclotourist wrote: > > > > On Sat, Dec 5, 2009 at 12:24 PM, Steve Palincsar > > > wrote: > > > On Sat, 2009-12-05 at 12:21 -0800, Philip Williamson wrote: > > > > It is my size - if I had the money, I'd be driving up to > > > Seattle right > > > > now! I would love to have two Quickbeams - a 60cm set up for > > > off road > > > > rough stuff, and a 62cm trimmed for fast paved road riding. > > > > Do you think a 60cm with two sets of wheels would do the job > > > fairly > > > adequately? > > > > How dare you add logic to bike ownership!!! > > > > For shame... > > > I thought I was promoting the sales of wheels and tires... > > ;-) > > > -- > > The good people at Mavic applaud your efforts! > > -- > Cheers, > David > Redlands, CA > > "Bicycling is a big part of the future. It has to be. There is something > wrong with a society that drives a car to workout in a gym." ~Bill Nye, > scientist guy- Hide quoted text - > > - Show quoted text - -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: My Bombadil frame is at RBW!!!
Get the Chris King. Yes, they're expensive. They also look really good, are wonderfully smooth, and seem to be set it and forget it. The Bombadil deserves it.I have these on both rivendells and last spring I took the 1" King I was hoarding and had it installed on my X0-1. ...if you have nice parts, may as well use 'em up. I had mine installed...I'm not mechanical...my partner is...but I think it takes care and the proper tools to have these installed Honestly, I've had a few Tange headsets,2 Falcons which were pretty good...and the roller-ball one Riv used to instal as a standard...that one I wasn't too impressed with...it didn't seem to be easy to take and hold an adjustment If you like the dura-ace that would be a nice option too Regards, post pictures and enjoy the new bike Ryan Winnipeg,MB On Dec 5, 11:18 am, Rene Sterental wrote: > Keven e-mailed me yesterday to let me know that my Bombadil frame has > arrived and is waiting for me. His words were that it looked "incredible"... > I can hardly wait to see how the paint scheme turned out. > > I'll be picking it up on Monday afternoon, but the new Cane Creek headset > that Mark had suggested hasn't arrived yet, and it won't for another week or > two. My options are to wait, choose a DuraAce headset (same as I have on the > Homer) or choose a Chris King headset. The standard Tange is also an option. > > Any suggestions on the headset? > > I'll be posting photos when I pick it up and build it! > > René -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Silver shifter problem
Thanks for the tip! On Dec 5, 7:07 pm, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery wrote: > Always grease the cable heads. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Silver shifter problem
Always grease the cable heads. On Dec 5, 6:02 pm, Rene Sterental wrote: > Would the same greasing of the cable head apply to Shimano's bar end > shifters as well? > > On 12/5/09, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery wrote: > > > > > > > I recommend greasing the cable head before installation. > > > On Dec 5, 5:39 pm, stevep33 wrote: > >> Has anyone had trouble removing a derailleur cable from a Silver > >> downtube shift lever? I was changing my cables today and found that > >> the head of the cable is stuck in the shift lever hole. I tried > >> everything to remove it, and I think I pretty much destroyed the > >> shifter in the process. > >> I like how these shifters feel and would buy another in a heart beat, > >> but not if this is a persistent issue. > >> Is this a case of user error? Are there any tricks to avoid this kind > >> of problem? > >> Does anyone have a left side Silver downtube shifter they want to > >> sell? > > > -- > > > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > > To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. > > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > > rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. > > For more options, visit this group at > >http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. > > -- > Sent from my mobile device -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Silver shifter problem
Would the same greasing of the cable head apply to Shimano's bar end shifters as well? On 12/5/09, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery wrote: > I recommend greasing the cable head before installation. > > On Dec 5, 5:39 pm, stevep33 wrote: >> Has anyone had trouble removing a derailleur cable from a Silver >> downtube shift lever? I was changing my cables today and found that >> the head of the cable is stuck in the shift lever hole. I tried >> everything to remove it, and I think I pretty much destroyed the >> shifter in the process. >> I like how these shifters feel and would buy another in a heart beat, >> but not if this is a persistent issue. >> Is this a case of user error? Are there any tricks to avoid this kind >> of problem? >> Does anyone have a left side Silver downtube shifter they want to >> sell? > > -- > > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. > For more options, visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. > > > -- Sent from my mobile device -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Silver shifter problem
I seem to remember hearing that derailleur cable ends come in two flavors: Shimano compatible and Campy compatible...one of which is slightly larger diameter than the other. Sorry, but I'm not sure which is larger. Maybe the smaller one would not get stuck next time. Can anyone confirm or deny this? cheers, Andrew From: stevep33 To: RBW Owners Bunch Sent: Sat, December 5, 2009 3:39:15 PM Subject: [RBW] Silver shifter problem Has anyone had trouble removing a derailleur cable from a Silver downtube shift lever? I was changing my cables today and found that the head of the cable is stuck in the shift lever hole. I tried everything to remove it, and I think I pretty much destroyed the shifter in the process. I like how these shifters feel and would buy another in a heart beat, but not if this is a persistent issue. Is this a case of user error? Are there any tricks to avoid this kind of problem? Does anyone have a left side Silver downtube shifter they want to sell? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Silver shifter problem
I recommend greasing the cable head before installation. On Dec 5, 5:39 pm, stevep33 wrote: > Has anyone had trouble removing a derailleur cable from a Silver > downtube shift lever? I was changing my cables today and found that > the head of the cable is stuck in the shift lever hole. I tried > everything to remove it, and I think I pretty much destroyed the > shifter in the process. > I like how these shifters feel and would buy another in a heart beat, > but not if this is a persistent issue. > Is this a case of user error? Are there any tricks to avoid this kind > of problem? > Does anyone have a left side Silver downtube shifter they want to > sell? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Silver shifter problem
Just a dab of grease next time. Probably seized. Perhaps you could have drilled out the cable head to loosen it. I like DTs as well, but never had that problem. --- On Sat, 12/5/09, stevep33 wrote: From: stevep33 Subject: [RBW] Silver shifter problem To: "RBW Owners Bunch" Date: Saturday, December 5, 2009, 3:39 PM Has anyone had trouble removing a derailleur cable from a Silver downtube shift lever? I was changing my cables today and found that the head of the cable is stuck in the shift lever hole. I tried everything to remove it, and I think I pretty much destroyed the shifter in the process. I like how these shifters feel and would buy another in a heart beat, but not if this is a persistent issue. Is this a case of user error? Are there any tricks to avoid this kind of problem? Does anyone have a left side Silver downtube shifter they want to sell? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Silver shifter problem
Has anyone had trouble removing a derailleur cable from a Silver downtube shift lever? I was changing my cables today and found that the head of the cable is stuck in the shift lever hole. I tried everything to remove it, and I think I pretty much destroyed the shifter in the process. I like how these shifters feel and would buy another in a heart beat, but not if this is a persistent issue. Is this a case of user error? Are there any tricks to avoid this kind of problem? Does anyone have a left side Silver downtube shifter they want to sell? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Dromarti shoes
Wool alright, but no damned tweed! Patrick Moore, who just got back from a brief 16 mile ride wearing, in 35F weather with 8 mph wind out of south: thin, shirt-weight merino button plaquet pullover; thin wool scarf; Ibex wool/lycra vest; pseudo-Peruvian wool+other-fibers hat, and floppy, insulated gloves, and who was very warm to the point of sweating into his hat. On Sat, Dec 5, 2009 at 12:29 PM, James Valiensi wrote: > Hullo, > I have a pair of the Dromarti shoes. They are indeed made by Marresi, even > the box they come in is a Marresi box. > The shoes are the cycling equivalent of dress shoes. They do not look like > sport shoes by any means. You must wear Rapha or Tweed to look OK with these > shoes. > Beware, they run narrow. I wear SIdi's or Carnac's in 43, but to fit these > shoes I needed 44's, just to get the width. > Cheers! > On Dec 5, 2009, at 11:13 AM, Aaron Thomas wrote: > > > The Dromarti shoes are made by Marresi. It says so right on the side > > of the shoe. > > > > Or, try clicking on the main page for footwear and they tell you > > straight up, "Produced in small quantities by Marresi in Italy." > > > > A > > > > On Dec 5, 8:31 am, Frank wrote: > >> The owner of Free Range Cycles (great shop incidentally, Rivendell, > >> Surly, common sense, etc.) here in Seattle has a pair of the touring > >> shoes, and they're beautifully made. The quality is evocative of the > >> old kangaroo Maressi shoes from the mid-80's, which were unparalleled. > >> After seeing them in person, the price / performance combination is > >> hard to beat. > >> > >> On Dec 5, 7:31 am, PATRICK MOORE wrote: > >> > >>> Thanks -- I was kidding about the sale. I'll have to see how business > is in > >>> Jan; things ought to get busy and I may have the money. And $170 is not > bad > >>> at all, when you see the prices for Lakes and Sidis. > >> > >>> On Sat, Dec 5, 2009 at 7:35 AM, clevewh...@gmail.com > >>> wrote: > >> > I doubt they will have a sale, but remember that the web prices > included VAT at about 18% which is deducted for foreign buyers. > Shipping is quite cheap from the UK. You can email them for a current > price shipped to your location. > >> > On Dec 3, 9:01 am, PATRICK MOORE wrote: > > On Thu, Dec 3, 2009 at 9:50 AM, Bill Connell > wrote: > >> At the bottom-left, the Sportivo version has the spd-style sole, the > >> Race version has a look-style sole. Beautiful shoes. > >> > >> Gee, thanks a lot! Now I am *really* tempted, even though I spent my > own > >> > > Christmas, 2009 present money back in October. Of course, these are > onlly > > $198 ... > >> > > D'ya think they'll have a post-Xmas sale? > >> > -- > >> > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google > Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To post to this group, send email to > rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com e...@googlegroups.com> > . > For more options, visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. > >> > >>> -- > >>> Patrick Moore > >>> Albuquerque, NM > >>> For professional resumes, contact > >>> Patrick Moore, ACRW at resumespecialt...@gmail.com > >>> (505) 227-0523 > >> > >> > > > > -- > > > > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > > To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. > > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com > . > > For more options, visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. > > > > > > James Valiensi, P.E. C.E.M. > Northridge, CA USA > M.818.585.1796 > valie...@mac.com > > > > -- > > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com > . > For more options, visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. > > > -- Patrick Moore Albuquerque, NM For professional resumes, contact Patrick Moore, ACRW at resumespecialt...@gmail.com (505) 227-0523 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] FS Riv clothing
I want that beanie. Is it still available? On Sat, Dec 5, 2009 at 8:32 AM, wrote: > Have some assorted clothing items FS. Either doesnt fit or dont use them. > > Decriptions on pix. > > Paypal or postal money order. I pay shipping to lower 48. > > Please respond off list. > > http://www.flickr.com/photos/d_nawrocki/4160513662/in/set-72157622940663666/ > > Thanks, > > > > Dave Nawrocki > Fort Collins, CO > > > > > > -- > > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. > For more options, visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. > -- -- Anne Paulson He who wills the ends wills the means -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: New Bombadil group on flickr
Thanks Brad! very nice photos you've added- I love those bars, and the neo-motos look all business. On Dec 5, 2:37 pm, jinxed wrote: > Fantastic Matt!! > > I stuck a couple shots of mine in there. Hopefully it will keep > growing! > > Brad -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: My Bombadil frame is at RBW!!!
Sounds great! Be sure to post the pix. When do you expect to have it on the road? --- On Sat, 12/5/09, Rene Sterental wrote: From: Rene Sterental Subject: [RBW] Re: My Bombadil frame is at RBW!!! To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Date: Saturday, December 5, 2009, 11:47 AM After a long internal debate, I went with the darkest green I could find in Keven's color catalogs. Almost black, with the cream accents. I can't wait to see how it turned out... René On 12/5/09, newenglandbike wrote: > Sweet! What colors did you go with for the paint? > > As for a headset, I have a Tange Levin on mine, and it works great- > I've done some bumpy riding with it in the heavily rooted woods around > here, in addition to a regular 40-mile round trip commute on > marginally decent roads, and it remains as smooth as ever. Yes, it's > only 20 bucks, but don't let the price fool you- it's a really good > headset. > > Can't wait to see your new Bombadil built-up. > > > > > On Dec 5, 12:18 pm, Rene Sterental wrote: >> Keven e-mailed me yesterday to let me know that my Bombadil frame has >> arrived and is waiting for me. His words were that it looked >> "incredible"... >> I can hardly wait to see how the paint scheme turned out. >> >> I'll be picking it up on Monday afternoon, but the new Cane Creek headset >> that Mark had suggested hasn't arrived yet, and it won't for another week >> or >> two. My options are to wait, choose a DuraAce headset (same as I have on >> the >> Homer) or choose a Chris King headset. The standard Tange is also an >> option. >> >> Any suggestions on the headset? >> >> I'll be posting photos when I pick it up and build it! >> >> René > > -- > > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. > For more options, visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. > > > -- Sent from my mobile device -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: 62cm Upgraded Quickbeam for "Sale"
On Sat, Dec 5, 2009 at 1:00 PM, Steve Palincsar wrote: > On Sat, 2009-12-05 at 12:27 -0800, cyclotourist wrote: > > > > > > On Sat, Dec 5, 2009 at 12:24 PM, Steve Palincsar > > wrote: > > On Sat, 2009-12-05 at 12:21 -0800, Philip Williamson wrote: > > > It is my size - if I had the money, I'd be driving up to > > Seattle right > > > now! I would love to have two Quickbeams - a 60cm set up for > > off road > > > rough stuff, and a 62cm trimmed for fast paved road riding. > > > > > > Do you think a 60cm with two sets of wheels would do the job > > fairly > > adequately? > > > > > > > > > > > > How dare you add logic to bike ownership!!! > > > > For shame... > > I thought I was promoting the sales of wheels and tires... > ;-) > > -- > > The good people at Mavic applaud your efforts! -- Cheers, David Redlands, CA "Bicycling is a big part of the future. It has to be. There is something wrong with a society that drives a car to workout in a gym." ~Bill Nye, scientist guy -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: 62cm Upgraded Quickbeam for "Sale"
On Sat, 2009-12-05 at 12:27 -0800, cyclotourist wrote: > > > On Sat, Dec 5, 2009 at 12:24 PM, Steve Palincsar > wrote: > On Sat, 2009-12-05 at 12:21 -0800, Philip Williamson wrote: > > It is my size - if I had the money, I'd be driving up to > Seattle right > > now! I would love to have two Quickbeams - a 60cm set up for > off road > > rough stuff, and a 62cm trimmed for fast paved road riding. > > > Do you think a 60cm with two sets of wheels would do the job > fairly > adequately? > > > > > > How dare you add logic to bike ownership!!! > > For shame... I thought I was promoting the sales of wheels and tires... ;-) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: 62cm Upgraded Quickbeam for "Sale"
Very nice deal and a great way to generate funds. On Dec 4, 5:01 pm, Frank wrote: > Pretty much looks like this:http://www.flickr.com/photos/pguillam/2335320807/ > > The Deal: > > 1) You donate $500 to the Val Kleitz Benefit Fund via PayPal. Go > tohttp://www.rideyourbike.com/and follow the link to Aaron’s PayPal > Account. > > 2) You donate $750 to the Thornton Creek School (Expedition Learning > Seattle Public School) Parent Group by sending a check and a note to: > > Principal John Miner > Attn: Thornton Creek Parent Group > 7711 43rd Avenue NE > Seattle, WA 98115http://www.seattleschools.org/schools/ae2/ > > 3) You pick up the bike in North Seattle (no boxing, shipping - local > pick-up only) > > In short, for $1250 you get a beautifully maintained, lightly ridden > (no, it's not brand new, but it’s in excellent condition with minimal > beausage), significantly upgraded, original-green Rivendell Quickbeam, > and your money goes to two important and worthy Seattle institutions. > > Bicycle Details: > > 62 CM Rivendell Quickbeam > Original Green > TA Pista Crank w/ TA 42 ring > TA Bottom Bracket > Chris King Headset > Paul Neo Retro canti brakes > Phil Wood Hubs with Mavic Open Pro 32 hole rims (built by Bob Freeman > at Elliot Bay Bicycles) Rivendell RuffyTuffy tires > White Industries 17/19 2-speed freewheel > Nitto Technomic stem with Nitto Albatross Bars > MKS touring pedals > Saddle and luggage not included. > > First committed off list email takes it, and if more than one > commitment comes in, I'll prioritize in the order received. Once the > buyer confirms the donations, we’ll arrange pick-up details. You’ll > love the bike, I’ll probably throw in some good extra bits, and the > money goes to two good causes, so a leap of faith is warranted. > > Thanks, > > Frank (Fulton) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: 62cm Upgraded Quickbeam for "Sale"
On Sat, Dec 5, 2009 at 12:24 PM, Steve Palincsar wrote: > On Sat, 2009-12-05 at 12:21 -0800, Philip Williamson wrote: > > It is my size - if I had the money, I'd be driving up to Seattle right > > now! I would love to have two Quickbeams - a 60cm set up for off road > > rough stuff, and a 62cm trimmed for fast paved road riding. > > Do you think a 60cm with two sets of wheels would do the job fairly > adequately? > > > How dare you add logic to bike ownership!!! For shame... -- Cheers, David Redlands, CA "Bicycling is a big part of the future. It has to be. There is something wrong with a society that drives a car to workout in a gym." ~Bill Nye, scientist guy -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: 62cm Upgraded Quickbeam for "Sale"
On Sat, 2009-12-05 at 12:21 -0800, Philip Williamson wrote: > It is my size - if I had the money, I'd be driving up to Seattle right > now! I would love to have two Quickbeams - a 60cm set up for off road > rough stuff, and a 62cm trimmed for fast paved road riding. Do you think a 60cm with two sets of wheels would do the job fairly adequately? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: My Bombadil frame is at RBW!!!
That color scheme is _definitely_ going to look awesome. After you pick it up, be sure to add it to the bombadil flickr group :) http://www.flickr.com/groups/bombadil/ On Dec 5, 2:47 pm, Rene Sterental wrote: > After a long internal debate, I went with the darkest green I could > find in Keven's color catalogs. Almost black, with the cream accents. > I can't wait to see how it turned out... > > René > > On 12/5/09, newenglandbike wrote: > > > > > Sweet! What colors did you go with for the paint? > > > As for a headset, I have a Tange Levin on mine, and it works great- > > I've done some bumpy riding with it in the heavily rooted woods around > > here, in addition to a regular 40-mile round trip commute on > > marginally decent roads, and it remains as smooth as ever. Yes, it's > > only 20 bucks, but don't let the price fool you- it's a really good > > headset. > > > Can't wait to see your new Bombadil built-up. > > > On Dec 5, 12:18 pm, Rene Sterental wrote: > >> Keven e-mailed me yesterday to let me know that my Bombadil frame has > >> arrived and is waiting for me. His words were that it looked > >> "incredible"... > >> I can hardly wait to see how the paint scheme turned out. > > >> I'll be picking it up on Monday afternoon, but the new Cane Creek headset > >> that Mark had suggested hasn't arrived yet, and it won't for another week > >> or > >> two. My options are to wait, choose a DuraAce headset (same as I have on > >> the > >> Homer) or choose a Chris King headset. The standard Tange is also an > >> option. > > >> Any suggestions on the headset? > > >> I'll be posting photos when I pick it up and build it! > > >> René > > > -- > > > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > > To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. > > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > > rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. > > For more options, visit this group at > >http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. > > -- > Sent from my mobile device -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: 62cm Upgraded Quickbeam for "Sale"
It is my size - if I had the money, I'd be driving up to Seattle right now! I would love to have two Quickbeams - a 60cm set up for off road rough stuff, and a 62cm trimmed for fast paved road riding. Congratulations to whoever gets this - it's an ideal setup at a great price. Like a $1000 discount! Philip On Dec 4, 2:01 pm, Frank wrote: > Pretty much looks like this:http://www.flickr.com/photos/pguillam/2335320807/ > > The Deal: > > 1) You donate $500 to the Val Kleitz Benefit Fund via PayPal. Go > tohttp://www.rideyourbike.com/and follow the link to Aaron’s PayPal > Account. > > 2) You donate $750 to the Thornton Creek School (Expedition Learning > Seattle Public School) Parent Group by sending a check and a note to: > > Principal John Miner > Attn: Thornton Creek Parent Group > 7711 43rd Avenue NE > Seattle, WA 98115http://www.seattleschools.org/schools/ae2/ > > 3) You pick up the bike in North Seattle (no boxing, shipping - local > pick-up only) > > In short, for $1250 you get a beautifully maintained, lightly ridden > (no, it's not brand new, but it’s in excellent condition with minimal > beausage), significantly upgraded, original-green Rivendell Quickbeam, > and your money goes to two important and worthy Seattle institutions. > > Bicycle Details: > > 62 CM Rivendell Quickbeam > Original Green > TA Pista Crank w/ TA 42 ring > TA Bottom Bracket > Chris King Headset > Paul Neo Retro canti brakes > Phil Wood Hubs with Mavic Open Pro 32 hole rims (built by Bob Freeman > at Elliot Bay Bicycles) Rivendell RuffyTuffy tires > White Industries 17/19 2-speed freewheel > Nitto Technomic stem with Nitto Albatross Bars > MKS touring pedals > Saddle and luggage not included. > > First committed off list email takes it, and if more than one > commitment comes in, I'll prioritize in the order received. Once the > buyer confirms the donations, we’ll arrange pick-up details. You’ll > love the bike, I’ll probably throw in some good extra bits, and the > money goes to two good causes, so a leap of faith is warranted. > > Thanks, > > Frank (Fulton) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] FS Carradice Super C saddlebag
I'm selling my lightly used Carradice Super C saddlebag. Nicely made, 23-liter capacity, Carradice quality. I've used it for commuting and also on Ragbrai (ride across Iowa) last year when I went self- supported on the light side. Some photos of it on my AHH here on Flickr: http://www.flickr.com/photos/10076...@n03/3553391898/ Here's how online vendor VeloFred in NYC lists it (for $138), with nice photos and description: http://www.velofred.com/product_info.php?products_id=66 My $90 price includes shipping in CONUSA. I prefer PayPal but will discuss payment options. Inquiries off-list, please. Why am I selling it? Because for my birthday I'm getting a new Sackville SaddleSack medium bag. -- Forrest (Iowa City) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: My Bombadil frame is at RBW!!!
After a long internal debate, I went with the darkest green I could find in Keven's color catalogs. Almost black, with the cream accents. I can't wait to see how it turned out... René On 12/5/09, newenglandbike wrote: > Sweet! What colors did you go with for the paint? > > As for a headset, I have a Tange Levin on mine, and it works great- > I've done some bumpy riding with it in the heavily rooted woods around > here, in addition to a regular 40-mile round trip commute on > marginally decent roads, and it remains as smooth as ever. Yes, it's > only 20 bucks, but don't let the price fool you- it's a really good > headset. > > Can't wait to see your new Bombadil built-up. > > > > > On Dec 5, 12:18 pm, Rene Sterental wrote: >> Keven e-mailed me yesterday to let me know that my Bombadil frame has >> arrived and is waiting for me. His words were that it looked >> "incredible"... >> I can hardly wait to see how the paint scheme turned out. >> >> I'll be picking it up on Monday afternoon, but the new Cane Creek headset >> that Mark had suggested hasn't arrived yet, and it won't for another week >> or >> two. My options are to wait, choose a DuraAce headset (same as I have on >> the >> Homer) or choose a Chris King headset. The standard Tange is also an >> option. >> >> Any suggestions on the headset? >> >> I'll be posting photos when I pick it up and build it! >> >> René > > -- > > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. > For more options, visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. > > > -- Sent from my mobile device -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: New Bombadil group on flickr
Fantastic Matt!! I stuck a couple shots of mine in there. Hopefully it will keep growing! Brad -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Dromarti shoes
Hullo, I have a pair of the Dromarti shoes. They are indeed made by Marresi, even the box they come in is a Marresi box. The shoes are the cycling equivalent of dress shoes. They do not look like sport shoes by any means. You must wear Rapha or Tweed to look OK with these shoes. Beware, they run narrow. I wear SIdi's or Carnac's in 43, but to fit these shoes I needed 44's, just to get the width. Cheers! On Dec 5, 2009, at 11:13 AM, Aaron Thomas wrote: > The Dromarti shoes are made by Marresi. It says so right on the side > of the shoe. > > Or, try clicking on the main page for footwear and they tell you > straight up, "Produced in small quantities by Marresi in Italy." > > A > > On Dec 5, 8:31 am, Frank wrote: >> The owner of Free Range Cycles (great shop incidentally, Rivendell, >> Surly, common sense, etc.) here in Seattle has a pair of the touring >> shoes, and they're beautifully made. The quality is evocative of the >> old kangaroo Maressi shoes from the mid-80's, which were unparalleled. >> After seeing them in person, the price / performance combination is >> hard to beat. >> >> On Dec 5, 7:31 am, PATRICK MOORE wrote: >> >>> Thanks -- I was kidding about the sale. I'll have to see how business is in >>> Jan; things ought to get busy and I may have the money. And $170 is not bad >>> at all, when you see the prices for Lakes and Sidis. >> >>> On Sat, Dec 5, 2009 at 7:35 AM, clevewh...@gmail.com >>> wrote: >> I doubt they will have a sale, but remember that the web prices included VAT at about 18% which is deducted for foreign buyers. Shipping is quite cheap from the UK. You can email them for a current price shipped to your location. >> On Dec 3, 9:01 am, PATRICK MOORE wrote: > On Thu, Dec 3, 2009 at 9:50 AM, Bill Connell wrote: >> At the bottom-left, the Sportivo version has the spd-style sole, the >> Race version has a look-style sole. Beautiful shoes. >> >> Gee, thanks a lot! Now I am *really* tempted, even though I spent my own >> > Christmas, 2009 present money back in October. Of course, these are onlly > $198 ... >> > D'ya think they'll have a post-Xmas sale? >> -- >> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com>>> e...@googlegroups.com> . For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. >> >>> -- >>> Patrick Moore >>> Albuquerque, NM >>> For professional resumes, contact >>> Patrick Moore, ACRW at resumespecialt...@gmail.com >>> (505) 227-0523 >> >> > > -- > > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. > For more options, visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. > > James Valiensi, P.E. C.E.M. Northridge, CA USA M.818.585.1796 valie...@mac.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Dromarti shoes
The Dromarti shoes are made by Marresi. It says so right on the side of the shoe. Or, try clicking on the main page for footwear and they tell you straight up, "Produced in small quantities by Marresi in Italy." A On Dec 5, 8:31 am, Frank wrote: > The owner of Free Range Cycles (great shop incidentally, Rivendell, > Surly, common sense, etc.) here in Seattle has a pair of the touring > shoes, and they're beautifully made. The quality is evocative of the > old kangaroo Maressi shoes from the mid-80's, which were unparalleled. > After seeing them in person, the price / performance combination is > hard to beat. > > On Dec 5, 7:31 am, PATRICK MOORE wrote: > > > Thanks -- I was kidding about the sale. I'll have to see how business is in > > Jan; things ought to get busy and I may have the money. And $170 is not bad > > at all, when you see the prices for Lakes and Sidis. > > > On Sat, Dec 5, 2009 at 7:35 AM, clevewh...@gmail.com > > wrote: > > > > I doubt they will have a sale, but remember that the web prices > > > included VAT at about 18% which is deducted for foreign buyers. > > > Shipping is quite cheap from the UK. You can email them for a current > > > price shipped to your location. > > > > On Dec 3, 9:01 am, PATRICK MOORE wrote: > > > > On Thu, Dec 3, 2009 at 9:50 AM, Bill Connell wrote: > > > > > At the bottom-left, the Sportivo version has the spd-style sole, the > > > > > Race version has a look-style sole. Beautiful shoes. > > > > > > Gee, thanks a lot! Now I am *really* tempted, even though I spent my > > > own > > > > > Christmas, 2009 present money back in October. Of course, these are > > > > onlly > > > > $198 ... > > > > > D'ya think they'll have a post-Xmas sale? > > > > -- > > > > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > > > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > > > To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. > > > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > > > rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com > > e...@googlegroups.com> > > > . > > > For more options, visit this group at > > >http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. > > > -- > > Patrick Moore > > Albuquerque, NM > > For professional resumes, contact > > Patrick Moore, ACRW at resumespecialt...@gmail.com > > (505) 227-0523 > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] New Bombadil group on flickr
Hi All, I just wanted to bring to yall's attention a new flickr group dedicated to the Bombadil.So far I am its only member, but hopefully it will grow fast.I know there is already a terrific group dedicated to RBW, but I figured the Bombadil is a really unique and special bike, even among Rivendells, and that it might warrant having its own flickr group. There are already quite a few Bombadil owners who have shared images of their rig on flickr, and they've all been invited to join (or at least, I hope they have- if you're on there and you haven't, you are hereby invited to join). If there are any more owners lurking here, who have not yet snapped a photo, or uploaded images of their Bombadil to flickr, please do :) I'm hoping it will be a great way to showcase the versatility and configurability of this great bike. The group URL is here: http://www.flickr.com/groups/bombadil/ Thank you, Matt -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Dromarti shoes
I notice that Dromarti also sells lugged steel framesets, both strada and pista styles. From: james black To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Sat, December 5, 2009 12:16:45 PM Subject: Re: [RBW] Dromarti shoes On Thu, Dec 3, 2009 at 06:31, Mike wrote: > Nice, but expensive. Anyone seen or tried these? > http://www.dromarti.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=10_14&products_id=16 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] New Bombadil group on flickr
Hi All, I just wanted to bring to yall's attention a new flickr group dedicated to the Bombadil.So far I am its only member, but hopefully it will grow fast.I know there is already a terrific group dedicated to RBW, but I figured the Bombadil is a really unique and special bike, even among Rivendells, and that it might warrant having its own flickr group. I know there are already quite a few Bombadil owners who have shared images of their rig on flickr, and they've all been invited to join (or at least, I hope they have). If there are any more owners lurking here, who have not yet snapped a photo, or uploaded images of their Bombadil to flickr, please do! I'm hoping it will be a great way to showcase the versatility and configurability of this great bike. The group URL is here: http://www.flickr.com/groups/bombadil/ Thanks, Matt -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Dromarti shoes
On Thu, Dec 3, 2009 at 06:31, Mike wrote: > Nice, but expensive. Anyone seen or tried these? > http://www.dromarti.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=10_14&products_id=16 I've also been wondering about this Qouc Pham shoe: http://www.quocpham.com/products/fs0904.html Cheaper at 90 GBP (VAT included, I don't know?), and not as good looking to my eye as the Dromarti, but they might do well for toe clip users. James Black Los Angeles, CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: AHH as a road bike
I see where you are coming from. Making a clear distinction between a touring frame and an all rounder designed for long reach brakes and bigger tires could be difficult. However I'm not so sure that a MUP is the best place to notice a clear difference between narrow tires or wider tires. In my area bike paths are generally flat, smooth, narrow, crowded in the summer and inconvenient to get to but then I live in a rural setting and riding on the open road is what I must do if I want to ride at all. Were it me, I would build up a lightweight ( under 20 pounds) single speed for the MUP and gear it maximally for whatever terrain that happened to be. If you don't ever plan to tour, racks and all, maybe sell the Atlantis but that is such a useful bike I would keep it. I think you would be crazy to trade your Hilsen for a Ram , gee whiz ,the Hilsen is such a better bike overall. My advice, get some Jack Browns or something in the 32mm wide lightweight neighborhood and pump them up for your weight and don't give it another thought. In the meantime, get your Atlantis all racked out with bags and camping gear and plan a tour out in the country or several overnighters on the weekend. Lastly you may want to look into having a custom built frame with all the bells and whistles for your style of riding..a skinnier tire bike that can still take fenders and loaded with braze ons for racks etc. More of a Brevet bike, oh wait, that describes the Hilsen.. h! On Dec 3, 6:34 am, Shawn wrote: > Now that I have the Atlantis, I have been thinking of making my Hilsen > more of a roadish type bike to use on week-end rides with my friends > on our smooth local MUP. Can anyone tell me how the AHH might handle, > ride and look with 25mm to 28mm tires on it. I know most people don't > ride that skinny of a tire but any feed back would be appreciated. I > am trying to separate the two bikes into two distinct categories; > Atlantis- touring, camping, commuter= big tires; Hilsen- club rides, > events, exercise, go faster=skinner tires. It seems like the Hilsen’s > clearance are wasted now that I have the Atlantis. > > I know it sounds like I want a more traditional type road bike and the > Roadeo would fit that bill perfectly, except there is the matter of > finances, can’t sell the Hilsen to totally finance the Roadeo, and I > am not crazy about the fact the Roadeo does not have brazeons for at > least a Mark type rack. > > Is the Rambouillet a better road bike than the Hilsen? If so maybe I > should trade or sell my Hilsen for a Rambouillet. I want to be clear > that I do not want to race, I just want to make a clear distinctions > between the two bikes. > > Sorry about the long post and thanks in advance for any advice or > feedback. > Shawn -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: My Bombadil frame is at RBW!!!
Sweet! What colors did you go with for the paint? As for a headset, I have a Tange Levin on mine, and it works great- I've done some bumpy riding with it in the heavily rooted woods around here, in addition to a regular 40-mile round trip commute on marginally decent roads, and it remains as smooth as ever. Yes, it's only 20 bucks, but don't let the price fool you- it's a really good headset. Can't wait to see your new Bombadil built-up. On Dec 5, 12:18 pm, Rene Sterental wrote: > Keven e-mailed me yesterday to let me know that my Bombadil frame has > arrived and is waiting for me. His words were that it looked "incredible"... > I can hardly wait to see how the paint scheme turned out. > > I'll be picking it up on Monday afternoon, but the new Cane Creek headset > that Mark had suggested hasn't arrived yet, and it won't for another week or > two. My options are to wait, choose a DuraAce headset (same as I have on the > Homer) or choose a Chris King headset. The standard Tange is also an option. > > Any suggestions on the headset? > > I'll be posting photos when I pick it up and build it! > > René -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: My Bombadil frame is at RBW!!!
i second the king. On Dec 5, 9:28 am, cyclotourist wrote: > King > > > > > > On Sat, Dec 5, 2009 at 9:18 AM, Rene Sterental wrote: > > Keven e-mailed me yesterday to let me know that my Bombadil frame has > > arrived and is waiting for me. His words were that it looked "incredible"... > > I can hardly wait to see how the paint scheme turned out. > > > I'll be picking it up on Monday afternoon, but the new Cane Creek headset > > that Mark had suggested hasn't arrived yet, and it won't for another week or > > two. My options are to wait, choose a DuraAce headset (same as I have on the > > Homer) or choose a Chris King headset. The standard Tange is also an option. > > > Any suggestions on the headset? > > > I'll be posting photos when I pick it up and build it! > > > René > > > -- > > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > > To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. > > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > > rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com > e...@googlegroups.com> > > . > > For more options, visit this group at > >http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. > > -- > Cheers, > David > Redlands, CA > > "Bicycling is a big part of the future. It has to be. There is something > wrong with a society that drives a car to workout in a gym." ~Bill Nye, > scientist guy -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] My Bombadil frame is at RBW!!!
King On Sat, Dec 5, 2009 at 9:18 AM, Rene Sterental wrote: > Keven e-mailed me yesterday to let me know that my Bombadil frame has > arrived and is waiting for me. His words were that it looked "incredible"... > I can hardly wait to see how the paint scheme turned out. > > I'll be picking it up on Monday afternoon, but the new Cane Creek headset > that Mark had suggested hasn't arrived yet, and it won't for another week or > two. My options are to wait, choose a DuraAce headset (same as I have on the > Homer) or choose a Chris King headset. The standard Tange is also an option. > > Any suggestions on the headset? > > I'll be posting photos when I pick it up and build it! > > René > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com > . > For more options, visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. > -- Cheers, David Redlands, CA "Bicycling is a big part of the future. It has to be. There is something wrong with a society that drives a car to workout in a gym." ~Bill Nye, scientist guy -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] My Bombadil frame is at RBW!!!
Keven e-mailed me yesterday to let me know that my Bombadil frame has arrived and is waiting for me. His words were that it looked "incredible"... I can hardly wait to see how the paint scheme turned out. I'll be picking it up on Monday afternoon, but the new Cane Creek headset that Mark had suggested hasn't arrived yet, and it won't for another week or two. My options are to wait, choose a DuraAce headset (same as I have on the Homer) or choose a Chris King headset. The standard Tange is also an option. Any suggestions on the headset? I'll be posting photos when I pick it up and build it! René -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Nitto Big Bag rack attachments
A while back there was a discussion regarding the purpose of some of the tabs/features on the Nitto Big Bag rack, and no one was sure what they were for. Check out this review from EcoVelo, that explains what they are for... http://www.ecovelo.info/2009/12/04/stuff-we-like-rivendellnitto-big-back-rack/ This seems to be a very versatile rack, although I was told that it was heavier than the Tubus racks. I went with the Tubus Cosmos for my Homer, but if/when I put racks on my Bombadil, this might be a serious option. René -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: early heads-up FS notice: All-Rounder 59cm
More info coming later today or tomorrow, but in answer to a few of the questions so far . . . Top tube center-to-center is a bit more than 22" or nearly 57 cm. Standover with the Marathon Cross 1.75" tires, at mid-point of top tube, is a little under 33.75" or 85.6 cm. The seat tube center to top is 23.5" or 59 cm Chain stays are 17.5" long, or 44.5 cm -- Forrest On Dec 5, 7:37 am, "Allingham II, Thomas J" wrote: > Hi! > > What's the standover with the current 1.75" tires? > > -Original Message- > From: Forrest [mailto:ftme...@me.com] > Sent: Friday, December 04, 2009 10:07 PM > To: RBW Owners Bunch > Subject: [RBW] early heads-up FS notice: All-Rounder 59cm > > I'll be posting a more detailed listing in a day or so after I arrive at an > asking price, but I'm going to be selling my Rivendell 59cm All- Rounder. > Pics on Flickr at the link at the end of this post. > > The frame is a work of art and in wonderful shape (built by Joe Starck and > painted by Joe Bell, I believe -- will confirm). Has 26" wheels and an > impressively long head tube! Has 1.75" tires on it now but could take up to > 2" tires. Great for trails, dirt, gravel. But good on pavement, too. It's > been my commuter, and I took it on RAGBRAI this year as a loaded tourer, and > it excelled at that, too. > > http://www.flickr.com/photos/10076...@n03/sets/72157611346659083/ > > Forrest Meyer > Iowa City > > -- > > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. > For more options, visit this group > athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. > > -- > > > To ensure compliance with Treasury Department regulations, we advise you > that, unless otherwise expressly indicated, any federal tax advice contained > in this message was not intended or written to be used, and cannot be used, > for the purpose of (i) avoiding tax-related penalties under the Internal > Revenue Code or applicable state or local tax law provisions or (ii) > promoting, marketing or recommending to another party any tax-related matters > addressed herein. > > > > This email (and any attachments thereto) is intended only for use by the > addressee(s) named herein and may contain legally privileged and/or > confidential information. If you are not the intended recipient of this > email, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or > copying of this email (and any attachments thereto) is strictly prohibited. > If you receive this email in error please immediately notify me at (212) > 735-3000 and permanently delete the original email (and any copy of any > email) and any printout thereof. > > Further information about the firm, a list of the Partners and their > professional qualifications will be provided upon request. > > == -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Waxing Well
It should also be noted that relatively large amount of beeswax to which you are adding the linseed oil is a flame retardant- which is why it's used to make candles, etc. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] FS Riv clothing
Have some assorted clothing items FS. Either doesnt fit or dont use them. Decriptions on pix. Paypal or postal money order. I pay shipping to lower 48. Please respond off list. http://www.flickr.com/photos/d_nawrocki/4160513662/in/set-72157622940663666/ Thanks, Dave Nawrocki Fort Collins, CO -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Dromarti shoes
The owner of Free Range Cycles (great shop incidentally, Rivendell, Surly, common sense, etc.) here in Seattle has a pair of the touring shoes, and they're beautifully made. The quality is evocative of the old kangaroo Maressi shoes from the mid-80's, which were unparalleled. After seeing them in person, the price / performance combination is hard to beat. On Dec 5, 7:31 am, PATRICK MOORE wrote: > Thanks -- I was kidding about the sale. I'll have to see how business is in > Jan; things ought to get busy and I may have the money. And $170 is not bad > at all, when you see the prices for Lakes and Sidis. > > On Sat, Dec 5, 2009 at 7:35 AM, clevewh...@gmail.com > wrote: > > > > > I doubt they will have a sale, but remember that the web prices > > included VAT at about 18% which is deducted for foreign buyers. > > Shipping is quite cheap from the UK. You can email them for a current > > price shipped to your location. > > > On Dec 3, 9:01 am, PATRICK MOORE wrote: > > > On Thu, Dec 3, 2009 at 9:50 AM, Bill Connell wrote: > > > > At the bottom-left, the Sportivo version has the spd-style sole, the > > > > Race version has a look-style sole. Beautiful shoes. > > > > > Gee, thanks a lot! Now I am *really* tempted, even though I spent my > > own > > > > Christmas, 2009 present money back in October. Of course, these are onlly > > > $198 ... > > > > D'ya think they'll have a post-Xmas sale? > > > -- > > > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > > To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. > > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > > rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com > e...@googlegroups.com> > > . > > For more options, visit this group at > >http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. > > -- > Patrick Moore > Albuquerque, NM > For professional resumes, contact > Patrick Moore, ACRW at resumespecialt...@gmail.com > (505) 227-0523 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Waxing Well
On Dec 5, 10:00 am, Anne Paulson wrote: > > Worse than that. Linseed oil in rags (such as the rags you use to > clean up, or your cloth bag if you put in it an enclosed container) > spontaneously combusts. This is not a joke-- it really does. > Thank you for pointing that out.Nonetheless, it is common practice to use linseed oil to thin the beeswax used in waxing and waterproofing cotton.It is also used frequently with beeswax for making a nice wood finish. This is because the small amounts (~1 tbsp per pint, or 1/2lb of wax required to do thin the wax) do not pose significant threat of combustion.In fact, people (artists) use linseed oil to thin paints which are then applied to cotton canvas all the time.Folks have also been using it for years to protect their steel frames, before Frame-Saver came into existence.Linseed oil can be your friend! :D -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Dromarti shoes
Thanks -- I was kidding about the sale. I'll have to see how business is in Jan; things ought to get busy and I may have the money. And $170 is not bad at all, when you see the prices for Lakes and Sidis. On Sat, Dec 5, 2009 at 7:35 AM, clevewh...@gmail.com wrote: > I doubt they will have a sale, but remember that the web prices > included VAT at about 18% which is deducted for foreign buyers. > Shipping is quite cheap from the UK. You can email them for a current > price shipped to your location. > > On Dec 3, 9:01 am, PATRICK MOORE wrote: > > On Thu, Dec 3, 2009 at 9:50 AM, Bill Connell wrote: > > > At the bottom-left, the Sportivo version has the spd-style sole, the > > > Race version has a look-style sole. Beautiful shoes. > > > > > Gee, thanks a lot! Now I am *really* tempted, even though I spent my > own > > > > Christmas, 2009 present money back in October. Of course, these are onlly > > $198 ... > > > > D'ya think they'll have a post-Xmas sale? > > -- > > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com > . > For more options, visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. > > > -- Patrick Moore Albuquerque, NM For professional resumes, contact Patrick Moore, ACRW at resumespecialt...@gmail.com (505) 227-0523 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Waxing Well
On Thu, Dec 3, 2009 at 5:45 AM, newenglandbike wrote: > On Dec 2, 11:19 pm, CycloFiend wrote: > >> Careful with that. Linseed oil is pretty easily combustible material. >> >> - Jim > > Right. Of course it is flammable. Worse than that. Linseed oil in rags (such as the rags you use to clean up, or your cloth bag if you put in it an enclosed container) spontaneously combusts. This is not a joke-- it really does. -- -- Anne Paulson He who wills the ends wills the means -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Dromarti shoes
I doubt they will have a sale, but remember that the web prices included VAT at about 18% which is deducted for foreign buyers. Shipping is quite cheap from the UK. You can email them for a current price shipped to your location. On Dec 3, 9:01 am, PATRICK MOORE wrote: > On Thu, Dec 3, 2009 at 9:50 AM, Bill Connell wrote: > > At the bottom-left, the Sportivo version has the spd-style sole, the > > Race version has a look-style sole. Beautiful shoes. > > > Gee, thanks a lot! Now I am *really* tempted, even though I spent my own > > Christmas, 2009 present money back in October. Of course, these are onlly > $198 ... > > D'ya think they'll have a post-Xmas sale? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
RE: [RBW] early heads-up FS notice: All-Rounder 59cm
Hi! What's the standover with the current 1.75" tires? -Original Message- From: Forrest [mailto:ftme...@me.com] Sent: Friday, December 04, 2009 10:07 PM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] early heads-up FS notice: All-Rounder 59cm I'll be posting a more detailed listing in a day or so after I arrive at an asking price, but I'm going to be selling my Rivendell 59cm All- Rounder. Pics on Flickr at the link at the end of this post. The frame is a work of art and in wonderful shape (built by Joe Starck and painted by Joe Bell, I believe -- will confirm). Has 26" wheels and an impressively long head tube! Has 1.75" tires on it now but could take up to 2" tires. Great for trails, dirt, gravel. But good on pavement, too. It's been my commuter, and I took it on RAGBRAI this year as a loaded tourer, and it excelled at that, too. http://www.flickr.com/photos/10076...@n03/sets/72157611346659083/ Forrest Meyer Iowa City -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- To ensure compliance with Treasury Department regulations, we advise you that, unless otherwise expressly indicated, any federal tax advice contained in this message was not intended or written to be used, and cannot be used, for the purpose of (i) avoiding tax-related penalties under the Internal Revenue Code or applicable state or local tax law provisions or (ii) promoting, marketing or recommending to another party any tax-related matters addressed herein. This email (and any attachments thereto) is intended only for use by the addressee(s) named herein and may contain legally privileged and/or confidential information. If you are not the intended recipient of this email, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this email (and any attachments thereto) is strictly prohibited. If you receive this email in error please immediately notify me at (212) 735-3000 and permanently delete the original email (and any copy of any email) and any printout thereof. Further information about the firm, a list of the Partners and their professional qualifications will be provided upon request. == -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Berthoud Saddle Review
Like most things Berthoud, at $250 (more if you like cork finish) it is not cheap. I have had execellent success the past 2 years on Selle Anatomicas. I got 2 from RBW when they were about $159. I see them now at $136 online (Outside Outfitters) and close to that elsewhere. As per Grant's original write up, they quickly go to full adjustment, but then they stay there a long time. I have 2 slotted styles and one without a slot (which I actually prefer). Don't know if Berthoud does this, but Selle will re-skin a worn out saddle for $75. Time will tell how well Berthouds stand up to use. Brooks of course is still a reasonable choice at $95 (Nashbar, mabe less elsewhere for a B17) but I am not a lover of the break in period. From: EricP To: RBW Owners Bunch Sent: Sat, December 5, 2009 7:25:01 AM Subject: [RBW] Re: Berthoud Saddle Review Another one to say "thanks" for the review. Looked at them when they first showed up. Unfortunately, am probably too heavy (230) for the saddle. As well as wanting something a little wider. Oh well. They do look beautiful. Especially the "cork" version. Have held that one in my hands. My non-professional opinion is of very high quality. Eric Platt St. Paul, MN -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: AHH as a road bike
> my dogs hike, run, swim, and > retrieve regularly. they even go mountain biking with me. so, it's > easy to see whey they are a bit resentful about being tagged non- > sporting just because they don't hunt and participate in "field > activities. Probably a lot more clever and better behaved than most breeds as well. People get trapped in categories. Too bad. On Dec 4, 4:30 pm, Patrick in VT wrote: > On Dec 4, 11:03 am, JoelMatthews wrote: > > > However, if you look around most riding web sites, and engage in > > conversation with people about bikes on a regular basis, there is a > > decidedly marked tendency to refer to racers and racing bikes as > > 'serious' and other uses 'casual.' > > my poodles feel the same way. they take offense to being grouped in > the "non-sporting" breed group, especially when we see all those pudgy > labradors with custom collars and haughty weimaraners, who really look > the part with those sleek lines but are quite clueless when it comes > to actual "sporting." and then there are those perfectly groomed > setters that only fetch on the weekends. my dogs hike, run, swim, and > retrieve regularly. they even go mountain biking with me. so, it's > easy to see whey they are a bit resentful about being tagged non- > sporting just because they don't hunt and participate in "field > activities." > > i've argued this point with sporting breed owners ad nauseum and > written to the AKC, but nobody seems to care. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: AHH as a road bike
See that is the beauty of us being casual riders. We have the time on our hands to know and know when to use a classic Clint Eastwood quote. Those serious riders just don't know what they are missing. On Dec 4, 4:42 pm, Steve Palincsar wrote: > On Fri, 2009-12-04 at 14:30 -0800, Patrick in VT wrote: > > my poodles feel the same way. they take offense to being grouped in > > the "non-sporting" breed group, especially when we see all those pudgy > > labradors with custom collars and haughty weimaraners, who really look > > the part with those sleek lines but are quite clueless when it comes > > to actual "sporting." and then there are those perfectly groomed > > setters that only fetch on the weekends. my dogs hike, run, swim, and > > retrieve regularly. they even go mountain biking with me. so, it's > > easy to see whey they are a bit resentful about being tagged non- > > sporting just because they don't hunt and participate in "field > > activities." > > You know what that reminds me of? > > "I don't think it's nice, you laughin'. You see, my mule don't like > people laughing. He gets the crazy idea you're laughin' at him. Now if > you apologize, like I know you're going to, I might convince him that > you really didn't mean it." -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Berthoud Saddle Review
Another one to say "thanks" for the review. Looked at them when they first showed up. Unfortunately, am probably too heavy (230) for the saddle. As well as wanting something a little wider. Oh well. They do look beautiful. Especially the "cork" version. Have held that one in my hands. My non-professional opinion is of very high quality. Eric Platt St. Paul, MN On Nov 28, 9:02�pm, John Ferguson wrote: > Hi all, > > I've had a chance to ride 500 or 600 miles on a Berthoud saddle. To > say I'm quite pleased would be an understatement, so I wrote a little > review. > > Apologies to those of you who saw this elsewhere. > > http://tinyurl.com/yz98jdo > > John -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] FS: Biopace Chainrings, 46/36/26 - NOS
Hi, I'm selling a set of Shimano Biopace II chainrings, NOS, entirely unused. These are the highest quality ones; originally on a new Shimano Deore XT crankset. Silver color. As the subject line says: 46, 36, and 26 teeth. Price = $65, with shipping to the CONUS included PayPal best way to pay. If you need more info, let me know. Dave, who loves silver chainrings more than the current style black ones -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
