[RBW] Just Pics from Your Good Ride Thread

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[RBW] Just Pics from Your Good Ride Thread

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Eric, the b pics are wonderful. 
So cool to be able to develop and print yourself.
Several decades back I took a photography class which covered this process and 
other aspects of photography.
It really helped me understand the process and learn a few things.
My biggest takeaways I still retain are the supreme importance of lighting.
Secondarily,  composition was a key variable I learned to appreciate.
Paul  in Dallas 

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[RBW] Joe's Custom

[in Dallas nick]

Nicely done Joe!
The many little details all over the frame are remarkably beautiful. 
It's like a voyage of discovery in itself to check them all out.
Enjoy thousands of miles of great rides on it.
Paul in Dallas 
(I once had a 1999 Riv Custom Road bike, I referred to as the triple Joe.)

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[RBW] Admissions of Things You Ought to Have Known But Did Not: A Thread

[in Dallas nick]

I didn't know off the top of my head the kilogram to pounds so looked  it up 
and knew he was in trouble on the weight difference guess immediately b4 I read 
Leah's reply.
Yeah, decades ago I learned that lesson (guessing lady's weight) the hard way.

If a tire shows inflation range from say 50 to 80 psi, I just split the 
difference (65psi) in that caseand start there to see how it feels riding and 
adjust accordingly.
Being 5 pounds heavier than Steve's weight I particularly need a few more psi's 
on supple tires on the rear tire or it feels too squirmy.
I dont mind pumping air in tires so I play around with psi's until I get it 
right for me.
I agree, Bicycle Belle Ding Ding threads are a fun read.
Paul in Dallas

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[RBW] 30 Days of Biking!

[in Dallas nick]

Masmojo,  looking at your GPS ride map I see we ride many of the same routes.
I often ride along the Renner Road trail to the little forest area at Plano Rd 
and Renner.
My wife tells me that land was donated by the Hunt 'oil' family.
It's a wonderful area, so glad they preserved it from development!
I was noticing the Vee tires you have on your bike. You like them?
Two of my bikes accept 700x40's.

rob markwardt, I meant to comment on what a beautiful Rivendell you have and 
that's a great background you have in the pic.


Paul in Dallas

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[RBW] 30 Days of Biking!

[in Dallas nick]

Great sunset pics Leah!
You ride in ruby slippers?You didn't perchance take them off a dead witch, did 
you?
Ha!
I love riding in non bike specific clothing and shoes.
Paul in Dallas 
Paul in Dallas 

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[RBW] 30 Days of Biking!

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I forgot to answer Roberta's question on what saddle I had. 
It's one by Origin8.I think it's called the Sport Uno.
I double checked the measurements to make sure they were close to a Brooks B17.
I like the brown color and the comfort and have 3 of them as I cannot justify a 
B17 on every bike.
Paul in Dallas 


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[RBW] 30 Days of Biking!

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That's outstanding Matt C !
Thanks for sharing a perfect day with the family. 
Paul in Dallas 

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[RBW] 30 Days of Biking!

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That's a beautiful Legolas Brian.
And what a great name for a bike. 
Paul in Dallas 

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[RBW] He Ain't Heavy, He's My Clem Smith L('il Missy)

[in Dallas nick]

That's a sharp looking bike Mark!
I was trying to determine what you have clamped down on the rear rack?
What saddle?
Paul in Dallas 

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[RBW] Lighten Up: Clem Edition

[in Dallas nick]

Way to go Leah!
A friend and I can't stop laughing at your remarks

We are both big Riv fans as well but that is a strange name in my view.
Put in the situation of reporting it stolen might cause the policeman to want 
to do a breathalyzer test on the one reporting.
Laughter is good medicine,Paul in Dallas 


"Bicycle Belle Ding Ding!Well, whatever you think of the gendered bike names, I 
feel really sorry for the person who has to report their bike missing/stolen 
one day and tell the police it’s a Wolbis Slugstone."

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[RBW] 30 Days of Biking!

[in Dallas nick]

Patrick, Would you say that Dino 'photobombed' you or was just 'horning in'? 
Either way it's a nice selfie! 

Paul in Dallas
I know, it's a 'groaner'.

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[RBW] 30 Days of Biking

[in Dallas nick]

Would you say the dino 'photo bombed' youor was just 'horning in'?
Either way cool selfie.
Paul in Dallas 

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[RBW] Act of Thoughtfulness

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Very  cool to read about others improving trail and path conditions for others!
Thank you all!!!

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[RBW] Just Because Pics

[in Dallas nick]

Thanks Chris.
That's my good friend Luis' Homer Hilsen in the pic.
He loves that bike.
Paul in Dallas

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[RBW] Act of Thoughtfulness

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About once I month I cycle about 10 miles each way up north of me to help an 
elderly friend.
On a particularly busy stretch of roadwith a 40mph speed limit (but most do at 
least 50)the few cyclists that pass that way get upon the sidewalk for about a 
quarter of a mile to avoid risking life and limb.
One fairly large upheaval in the sidewalk is frustrating and it helps to cross 
it slowly to avoid a jolt or possibly damage to the front wheel.
It must have been a fellow cyclist that kindly came up with this solution shown 
in the pic.
That person's thoughtfulness impressed me and I wanted to share it.
I crossed that way today and snapped the  pic.
A couple months back I left a note saying thanks.
I hope the mini ramp builder saw the note.
Paul in Dallas

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[RBW] Walking boots -- not entirely unrelated to cycling

[in Dallas nick]

I thought Redwing was a Minnesota Company.
Perhaps that's what was meant rather than Michigan. 
Just looked it up.
Redwing's site says it started in Redwing, Minnesota and shows their mailing 
address there.
Interesting video of one factory there in Redwing ,Minnesota. 
http://www.redwingshoes.com/Red-Wing-Video---The-Factory

Wikipedia indicates they also have factories in Kentucky and Missouri.
On a bike tour years ago I crossed Minnesota among other states and Red Wing, 
Minnesota was on the route.
The folks I encountered all across Minnesota were very nice and hospitable. 
Paul in Dallas

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[RBW] GP chats with Paul of Paul Components

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I forgot to mention bandanas are also useful on the occasion cattle drive.
I'm am in Texas after all.
Paul in Dallas 

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[RBW] Just Because Pics

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Just because when I ride with my good friend pics have Rivendell content and 
this Miyata is as close to a Riv as I've got now set up like many Riv's I've 
seen.
Paul in Dallas 

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[RBW] GP chats with Paul of Paul Components

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I enjoyed reading that.
Thanks for posting Mark.
I'll have to try the Costco Chocolate Energy bars.

Paul in Dallas with at least 30 bandanas, Never leave home without one or 
twobut never wiped the end zone with one.
Mainly for sweat bands for me or an occasional bank job.
Just kidding about the 2nd one.

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[RBW] Thinking about cycling for me in the future....

[in Dallas nick]

Well  here's another Paul adding a response.
I relate to a lot of what has been shared and appreciate many of the thoughtful 
responses.
Also, I'm another cyclist getting up there in years beginning about age 35 with 
my first good bike.
It's hard to get my mind around it but I am about 3 years ahead of original 
poster Paul so this is the year the big Seven Zero arrives in the B-day column 
for me.
But I feel at least 10 or15 years younger than that so that's a blessing. 

Dallas, TX and the surrounding suburbs have grown and continue to grow in 
population and traffic tremendously.
I share the same concerns in riding my bike(s) out there that many have 
expressed.
The seemingly frantic rush most drivers seem to be in along with the cell phone 
use is a scary combo indeed.
Helmet, mirror attached, riding very defensively, waiting to see if there is a 
red light or stop sign runner b4 proceeding are all part of my riding strategy.
I stick to slower speed limit residential streets when not on a pathand know 
the area to get around pretty well. Many of my errands are done via bike.
As to sidewalks if it seems a car is crowding me or being impatient I don't 
hesitate to get up on it.
Like Leah, I'm courteous to walkers and stop and defer to them but rarely 
encounter walkers.
I've encountered no irritation with that and most likely happiness with the 
driver that I got out of their way.
When deemed safe I get back on the street.
I like what Patrick M said about  a little prayer at the beginning of a ride.
Cycling means enough to me to take the known risks.
I could see in the future giving it upbecause of physical limitations as I get 
older or suffering a pretty severe bike accident might put me off it.
The idea of meeting my demise when riding occurs to me occasionally but also 
the idea of going out doing something I love is not off putting.
I'm one that is actually looking forward to the next life. I hope there are 
bicycles there. (The good place not the other place.)
That demise would be preferable to sitting on my sofa eating ice cream and 
kicking off with a heart attack or stroke.But then again I do like ice cream  
hmmm?
I better cycle tomorrow to burn calories to justify Saturday night ice cream.
At any rate OP Paul  all the best with your decision regarding your cycling 
future. Thanks for bringing up an interesting topic.
Safe riding to you all.The Riv Bike list rocks!

Paul in Dallas,TX
When one gets old do they get more long winded?
What age is official geezer status age?













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[RBW] Short rides are good

[in Dallas nick]

I will also add that sometimes when I decide to go for just a short rideI start 
feeling energized and often stretch a planned 10 minute ride to 30 or 40 
minutes as its so nice to be moving why stop.
Paul in Dallas 

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[RBW] Short rides are good

[in Dallas nick]

I'm on the same wavelength as to rides.
I'm right around 2000 miles for 2019 and my guess is more than half is errand 
running. 
I try to leave the automobile in the driveway and take a bike on every occasion 
I can.
It's been years now since I decided even if it's only a mile or two to get out 
and pedal.
When I have hours I'll pedal that long as well. 
Paul in Dallas 

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[RBW] My Clem Build

[in Dallas nick]

Nicely done!
I'm also considering the riser Jones bars for one of my bikes.
I'm admiring your shop area as much as your Clem.
Looks terrific!
Paul in Dallas 

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[RBW] Law professor, Riv Rider

[in Dallas nick]

Interesting comments.
Even with the diversity of backgrounds, life experiences, viewpoints, 
philosophies, sexes,and agesit's great to see the commonality we find over 
cycling and particular types of bicycles.
Even though I might have different views in some areas from list participants 
I've learned to respect others and their differing views and hopefully learn 
something in getting to know them.
Life is very complex in my view and we all are works in progress.
None of us have all the answers do we?
I think we're mostly all trying to figure  'life' out and make sense of the 
good, the bad and the ugly of it, the temporary aspect of it, the truth of it 
all and what's possibly next after it ends.A lifelong pursuit indeed!
I think every life is of tremendous value and worthy of respect and deserving 
of living a life of freedom and dignity.
Alas it's not a perfect world but we can all strive to do better especially how 
we treat others.
We just don't know what trials and tribulations have shaped and impacted others 
lives.
Of course we are creatures with emotions and those emotions can be difficult to 
keep in check at times.
Those times when my emotions get the best of me and my words I find apologies 
and forgiveness go a long way.
I like the idea of making a supreme effort to live at peace with all even 
though easier said than done
Well, mercy, I got a bit carried away and verbose.
A good long bike ride sure helps sort out my thoughts.
Peace out.Paul in Dallas 

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[RBW] There’s a new man in my life, and his name is Clem

[in Dallas nick]

Probably a goofy thought butif one preferred the name Clementine would it fit 
if a bike decal maker made a same size / color decals of ' entine 'to mount 
beside the current Clem decals?
Someone may have already thrown that idea out there for consideration.
Paul in Dallas 

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[RBW] New vs. old Homer geometry, ride characteristics

[in Dallas nick]

Well Luis, great insight on your post.
Gosh, living in the same area and both liking Rivs, perhaps we should met upfor 
a bike ride or a bike build up, coffee or something!
Ha!
Just kidding!
Luis and I met up around 10 years ago after my last bike tour after he saw my 
highly modified touring bike posted online (time flys).
We became great friends and have had many cycling adventures together.
I've been after him to post his wonderful Homer build since we built it up last 
April.
I sent him the link to this thread hoping he would participate as Luis is a 
real 'thinking man' when it comes to researching and setting up his bikes with 
just the right parts that work for him and articulate in conveying the why's 
and what nots of it all.
Paul in Dallas Looking forward to our next ride.Although  I think your Homer 
makes it even harder to keep up.





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[RBW] Various Gus Boots Willsen Protobike Photos

[in Dallas nick]

Loved the great pictures.
That is one cool looking headbadge!
Story behind it?
Paul in Dallas 

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[RBW] A Bicycle Adventure Story

[in Dallas nick]

This reminds us me of a book from 1969by Fred Bauer called 'How Many Hills to 
Hillsboro?'
I see the book listed on ebay.
I read it years and years ago.It was one of the books that inspired me to try 
bicycle touring.
It's about a family of 5 , the Bauer family from New Jersey, the parents in 
their early 30's,with 3 kids, 13, 11, and 3 years old.
They decided to spend a summer vacation cycling across the USA.
They started in New York City and  made it about 2000 miles to Albuquerque,  
New Mexico.
The Dad was carrying the 3 year old in a child seat.
They were not seasoned cyclists.
They rode 4 new Schwinn 5 speeds of that time and were overall ill equipped 
from what I recall but just persisted and kept pedaling for about 8 weeks 
averaging 45 miles per day.
At the end they ran out of time and needed to get back home.
At any rate what an adventure for that family!
It would be interesting to hear the children's recollections of that eventful 
summer vacation. 
Safe pedaling to all,
Paul in Dallas 



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[RBW] Tires for Clementine

[in Dallas nick]

I'm in the market for a set of 650b / 27.5 tires also .
I'm considering these Maxxis Refuse , size 27.5 x 2.0In a folding tire at 610 
grams,  not a terrible weight
for a 2" wide tire and not too high on price at 42 bucks each.
I've had good luck with other Maxxis tires.Shows double puncture protection on 
these Refuse.
It reminds me of the tread on my 700x42 Continental Contact Speed tires that 
roll nice and have good flat resistance. My riding buddy and I have 2 pairs 
each.
If they came in a 650b I'd get a pair.Dang , I just found they do come in a 
27.5 x 2!
This discussion has helped me also. Thanks!
Maxxis 
Refusehttps://www.universalcycles.com/shopping/product_details.php?id=83492


Continental Contact Speed 
https://www.universalcycles.com/shopping/product_details.php?id=92314

Good luck on your hunt for the right tires for you.
Does anyone else split the difference between the minimum and maximum PSI 
inflation recommendation on the side of the tire?
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[RBW] All Rounder

[in Dallas nick]

A beautiful bike indeed!My all time favorite Riv color.
Enjoy. 
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[RBW] Where is Deacon Patrick?

[in Dallas nick]

I was wondering the same thing.




Good to hear from you Deacon Patrick .




I always enjoy reading of your adventures


and seeing the great pictures .




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[RBW] Two-Bike Leah

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That's a great looking Clem!




Those fenders may come in handy upon your return .




I saw a news story a few days ago about grasshopper swarms around Vegas.




Fenders could come in handy for deflecting grasshopper parts should you have to 
crunch through some of them.




Clean up afterwards might be a bit gross.


Ha!




Enjoy both your bikes.




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[RBW] Vintage Expedition vs. AHH and Atlantis

[in Dallas nick]

I'm no help on comparing but can share that my 60cm 1983 Specialized Expedition 
proved to be a very worth tour bike loaded up with 'too much' gear,


right around 70 lbs worth for 2 different month long tours of around 700 miles 
each.




One was across Nevada in the summer on Hwy 50 and the other from just south of 
Denver across Wyoming to Yellowstone.




The Expedition proved to be perform remarkably well.




I'm not sure what more I could of asked of touring bike. No complaints at all.




I did customize my Expedition a tad and had 


 a modern XT drive train on it  with 22 low in front and 34 in back to get me 
up all those mountain passes with a heavy load.


I have very fond memories of those tours.




I did a write up on cyclofiend site  years ago about the mods of my Expedition. 


I miss that bike.




As I have aged fatter tires up to a 42 or 44 wide with fenders would help 
smooth out rough roads if I sought another touring capable bike to tour again. 
A Homer would accommodate,  right?




I also had a 1986 Miyata 1000 for around 2 years, another terrific bike but 
never toured on it.


I thought it rode great unloaded.




I did ride my good friends recently acquired Homer a short distance , what a 
stunner!




Fun thread to bring up good memories.


Perhaps I should plan another and make new 'old guy' tour memories. 




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[RBW] A Family Clementine

[in Dallas nick]

Thanks for sharing this story Leah. 




With so many  negative stories in the news its refreshing to hear of loving 
family relationships and times of joy even in the midst of health issues for 
some of the family members.




Please keep sharing as you have opportunity.




I expect most on this list find your posts helpful,  sometimes funny, sometimes 
inspiring,  and encouraging.




Adding my prayers for your mother in law.




Safe pedaling 




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[RBW] Two Midsummer Nights' Dream Bikepacking Pikes Peak

[in Dallas nick]

Stupendous photos Patrick!




If someone from the Colorado Tourism Bureau,  if there is such a thing , sees 
the photos they might start paying you to take them.




Postcard worthy indeed!




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[RBW] Tange Cup & Cone Bottom Bracket

[in Dallas nick]

(Mark in Beacon said, 





"Despite having a bin full of these, I am seriously considering one of the new 
ones for my upcoming Hillibike.")






Ha!




I relate Mark in that I must have at least 50


old BB's from late 70's and 80's off bikes from over the years replaced usually 
by a UN55.




Also contemplating Hillibike frame when it's out. 




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[RBW] Ride Report: Three Days, Three States, Three Countries

[in Dallas nick]

Hi Patrick, 




I enjoyed pics and narrative as usual. 


Thanks for sharing.




You probably have shared your gearing set up


somewhere. 




Mind listing it again?




Paul in Dallas


Actually enjoying a Colorado adventure myself this week in vicinity of 
Steamboat  Springs,  a lovely area also.




12 miles today on a rental bike.


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[RBW] My 25th Anniversary Rivendell

[in Dallas nick]

My kind of build!




It looks super!




I really like that shade of green.




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[RBW] Don't Miss Sights Around Las Vegas

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Well, tickets are purchased so this trip is scheduled. 




Thanks for the input on things to see in the area. 




The Valley of Fire sounds interesting. 




Also it would great to see Death Valley. 


I've never been there. 




One day we will be driving nearJoshua Tree National Park so we may check it out 
as well. 




Thanks again. 




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[RBW] Don't Miss Sights Around Las Vegas

[in Dallas nick]

It looks like I will be in the Las Vegas, NV


 area the week of May 20th.




This will be my first trip to the area other than a brief layover at the 
airport years and years ago.




I'm not sure I will get any riding in as I will be with an elderly gentleman, 
although some might say I am about at the elderly stage myself.




I guess that's a matter of perspective but he's 25 years older than me. Ha!




I met this gentleman via cycling.


I'm sure he would love to ride if he could but I fear for his balance on a 2 
wheeler.




Perhaps I will rent a bike and try for a short ride while he has dinner with 
his friend. 




Our hotel is near the Boulder area  so I do plan on seeing the dam.




I'm not really interested in casino gambling aspect but I'm sure there are some 
cool areas to visit within an hour or two of the area.




Thanks in advance for any suggestions.




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[RBW] What high security locks are people locking their bikes with?

[in Dallas nick]

Along the lines of discussion on bike theft and prevention has anyone found an 
electronic tracker product that you are using in case the bike is stolen?




With the abundance of bikes / scooters for rent 


the companies supplying these must have some moderately priced tracker to keep 
tabs on them


and show customers where to find them.




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[RBW] Surprise New Bike Day: My MOM

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That is so cool!




Riv should consider hiring you as a 


spokes person. (not wheels)




Perhaps your Mom's will arrive around 


Mother's day.




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[RBW] Gus Boots Willsen Beorn New Bike Day!

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Congratulations  Patrick!




What a great  rig!




It's even more special your wife gifted it to you.




Very special indeed!




I hope you have many great adventures on it.




As usual  some excellent and fun pics.




I particularly like the one of you going through the rocky section. 




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[RBW] RTP-like econo options: opinions wanted

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My apologies, that was meant for the internet Bob list. 




Can read the thread if interested under the same title. 




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[RBW] RTP-like econo options: opinions wanted

[in Dallas nick]

I have the Power Blocks, the Maxxis


 'Drop the Hammer' DTHs and also the standard RTPs.




The standard RTPs are right at 450g.




The Power Blocks and DTHs are about 100 g's heavier at about 550 each.




For my mainly street riding I think the the 


PBs and DTHs are a tie.


I too prefer the tread on the DTHs over the PB's.


Not sure why , they both seem to roll about the same to me.






Both are folding tires and mounted easily for me.




My DTHs are the black sidewall and I  don't particularly care for the bold 
yellow lettering on the side but they roll very well for me and very few flats 
if any on them and since I have multiple 26'ers I can't justify running RTPs on 
all.




The RTPs are definitely in a different and higher category. 




Why get an e-bike when you can get Rene Herse tires for much less, well a 
little less.


Ha! Just kidding.


I think I'd still be slow on an e-bike.




I would be interested in hearing of other 26 tires that are in or below that 
550g weight class.






Gosh, I sure use 'about' a lot, but I'm not about to change as it requires 
being more specific. 




I am about to sign off here though.




Paul in Dallas




PS,




Not 26" but I installed a pair of 700x42 Soma Vitesse  XL


 a few days ago on my Schwinn  Passage. 


Found them pretty cheap on Ebay.


They roll super fine, seem quick.




385g  each. Dang their sidewalls are thin.


Will be interesting to see how they hold up.




I need to check Soma for 26" offerings. 




That's about it.





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[RBW] I Visit God’s Roof Whilst We Get Ours Replaced

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I meant to reply to this earlier. 






As always, I enjoyed your pics and comments Patrick.






Thanks for taking the time to share your mountain adventures.




Could you share again the mount and strap you use for timed pics?






If I recall correctly you had mentioned you use your cell camera for your 
outstanding pics.




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[RBW] Not a Riv but Heavily Influenced by Riv

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Thanks everyone. 




David, that Triple Cross looks very sharp.




I'm actually helping a good friend build up his new Homer Hilsen next weekend. 




It'll be fun seeing and working on one.




Tom, I also was surprised how well and how spritely / lively it rides for a 
touring bike


and agree they are underated a bit of a 'sleeper'


bike that is not too well known.




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[RBW] Not a Riv but Heavily Influenced by Riv

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Oh and they measure 40mm  wide on Dyad rims.




Not much clearance on chainstays but they work with a very true rear wheel.




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[RBW] Not a Riv but Heavily Influenced by Riv

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Thanks drw.




Yes, 27" originally and I converted to 700c.




Only original parts left are cantilevers I plan to change soon and the original 


Sachs Huret DT shifters I mounted on Paul Thumbies.




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[RBW] Not a Riv but Heavily Influenced by Riv

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Him, pic didn't come across. 


Perhaps this will work.




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[RBW] Not a Riv but Heavily Influenced by Riv

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A good Sunday morning to all.




I had a Riv but I do not have one now.




I bought one 5 years from their beginning in 1999, a custom road model in a 
beautiful blue with contrasting white head tube.




I didn't know much at all about bike mechanics at the time and after gathering 
the parts paid a mechanic to build it up.




Since then I've accumulated the tools and learned to completely disassemble a 
bike and build it back up to my preferences, 


a process I thoroughly enjoy.




I enjoyed it a lot for a number of years before regretfully selling it.




I still read most everything from Riv as well as this list and have learned 
much over those 20 years since 1999.




After a phase of 'lighter and faster' attempts 


with a multitude of  bikes I decided


practical, comfortable and more stable bikes were my preference. 


Bikes like Riv offers and


of course lugged steel is preferred. 




The aesthetic as well as the ride of lugged steel just does it for me.




I've had a good many bikes come and go in my stable over these 20 years and 
some non lugged ones ride very nicely.




However when stopping along the ride and looking at my bike, perhaps snapping a 
pic,


the aesthetics come into play and I Iove the look of a nicely crafted lugged 
steel  frame.




I like this list and the overall vibe, civility,  helpfulness,  even kindness 
this list shows 


nearly all the time with very few exceptions.




I hope a Riv is in my not too distant future, 


a new Atlantis frame when budget allows.


We will see.




In the meantime here is a pic of my attempt at a comfortable  and stable Riv 
like machine, 


a 1986 Schwinn  Passage which was a touring model not a lot different from a 
Schwinn Voyageur.




Paul  in Dallas




If any make it to Dallas and schedules permit


I'd be happy to take you on a bike tour of the downtown area.











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[RBW] Bikes = Likes

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I was blown away on my first bike tour (and subsequent tours) by the kindness 
of strangers.




Goodness, that was 15 years back


for that first one. 




I think it was 52 or so days on the road and during that time I only had one 
person  being rude about sharing  the road.




There were quite a few occurrences of people being friendly,  helpful, 
inquisitive,  and a few just astoundingly kind and generous.




I theorize that many would  like to get out and transport themselves by there 
own power but for a multitude of reasons haven't  done so.




As long as we obey the rules of the road I think we can inspire others to get 
out there.






Paul in Dallas 


(Also riding in regular  clothes for many years)

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[RBW] Bikelessness

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Abcyclehank wrote,


"Leah, 


Even your personal bicycle  tragedies are a joy to read for us in your 
brilliant prose.   "






I agree with Ryan.




It's fun to read your posts with all sorts of twists and turns and a different  
perspective to make them interesting. 




Perhaps novelist could be a future pursuit.




Something about  your  writing reminds me of Grant's  writing.




Ha! Perhaps the influence of riding  a 'magical' Riv bike factors in.




The idea of a mobile  bike mechanic is not a bad idea and also  asking the 
owner of the shop to repair just the flat sooner.




It might pay dividends  to seek out a local cycling club and occasionally 
participate.




If you get to know some of them I expect a few with wrenching skills would be 
happy to assist on minor fixes occasionally. 




I know I find it satisfying to help out a fellow cyclist to get rolling again.




I hope it works out soon so you all can get pedaling again.




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[RBW] Cheviut? More like Chevi-awesome. Amiright?

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Stephen, 




I also really like your Cheviot. 




The color along with the bags looks very sharp. 




I relate to the "Hippie-grandpa-coolness". 




My son gave me the pictured t-shirt for Christmas. 




Hopefully next month I will get to ride bikes with my Grandson's who will be 
visiting from out of state and I'll be wearing the t-shirt. 




Safe riding. 




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[RBW] Cheviut? More like Chevi-awesome. Amiright?

[in Dallas nick]

Stephen, 




I really like your Cheviot as well. 




The color of the frame and the bags go together great as do the fenders. 




I relate to the cool grandpa 


thing and hope to ride with my grandsons when they visit from out-of-state next 
month. 




My  son actually gave me the pictured t-shirt for Christmas. 




I am not sure why the previous message sent before this one. 




Wonders of this so called smart phone. 




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[RBW] Cheviut? More like Chevi-awesome. Amiright?

[in Dallas nick]

Oh, I meant to ask, is that the station wagon from one of Chevy Chase's 
vacation movies?




And wasn't it Ned Ryerson 


from Groundhog Day" that kept saying,


"Amiright"?




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[RBW] Perplexities regarding flat tires

[in Dallas nick]

Learning to change out an inner tube after flatting is definitely a high value 
skill to learn for any cyclist I think.




That's probably one of the main things that would be included in a basic bike 
maintenance class.




A bit of practice after learning the basics should serve you well.




There was a first time for all of us in learning how change out a flatted tube 
and a learning curve to get proficient at it.




At the beginning I would get frustrated trying to remove and replace the rear 
wheel in the frame until someone showed me an easier way.




I also ruined a number of new tubes by rushing and not taking the time to make 
sure the tube was completely inside the tire and a part of it not being pinched 
between the rim and tire bead.




The sudden and very loud pop as well as $5 to $10 down the drain via a ruined 
tube will teach one to check thoroughly.




If you're boys continue in cycling this would be a good skill for them to learn 
as well.


Perhaps learn as a family?


Treat it like a puzzle.


What caused this blasted flat? 


Let's figure it out together.




A few mystery flats of mine turned out to be issues in the base of valve area 
that had been separated a bit.


 It would hold air for a time but with slight movement of the stem begin 
leaking.




I've also had the cursed tiny wires the semi truck cast off when their 
retreaded tires come apart and litter the roadways.


 Even tires with flat protection built into the tread are not immune from those 
tiny devils especially when touring.




The last few years most of my flats were caused by seam separation of the tube


an obvious manufacturing defect.


I've had a least 3 and a friend had one last week from seam separation.




I guess we got a defective batch of tubes.




Sometimes I resort to putting the tubes in  bathtub water to isolate the leak.




I've found it also helps when first installing a tube to always orient the tire 
the same way on the rim every time.




Then after removing a flatted tube and determining the leak location you can 
know where to check the tire for the source of the puncture if it was a 
puncture.




Of course check both the outside and inside of the tire.




Goodness, this got long.




I hope a bit of it helps.




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[RBW] Bike tour around Idaho, ideas?

[in Dallas nick]

I recall how beautiful the ride from Kooskia, ID


and then up along the Lochsa  and Clearwater Rivers to Lolo Pass and then down 
into Missoula, MT. on Highway 12.




Of course there is plenty of climbing but the remarkable beauty was worth it.




This was just a part of a couple months tour that stands out among the best 
memories of that trip.




Now just before that riding out of Lewiston, ID to Winchester along the 
Winchester grade


on the main road, that's a different memory.




On a hot summer day that incline seemed to go on forever and kicked my butte. 
Ha!




There was a cafe in Winchester that had great pie however that replenished the 
reserves.


I think I ate 4 slices.




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[RBW] Merry Christmastide and Happy Hogmanay

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I also always enjoy your photos Patrick. 




Thanks for sharing. 




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[RBW] The 3 Wise(?) Women and the Mountain

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Great Christmas time adventure!




Thanks for sharing.




Your stories are like a breath of fresh air and sunshine.




Merry Christmas!




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[RBW] How do you track your mileage?

[in Dallas nick]

I use the Endomondo app on my phone.




It's okay for the most part, however I get frustrated when the timer keeps 
running when I am stopped for a few minutes.




I am not sure why that happens sometimes and sometimes not.




Dang it, when I know I have averaged 11 or 12 miles per hour I do not like it 
showing I only averaged 9 mph.


Ha!




When you're tearing it up that way you want the proof.




On a few bikes I also have basic cycle computer , cyclometer or whatever the 
correct term is these days.




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[RBW] Hats Off To...

[in Dallas nick]

I reside in an urban setting in the Dallas


Texas area.




I love running errands on my bike.




My 'errand' bike is a 90 Rockhopper with fat street tires and the large Wald 
basket from RivBike on the rear strapped to a Blackburn rack.




I get in a good portion of my annual riding miles running errands.




It's crazy how much I have often loaded 


on it.




Those stretch nets like I bought from Rivbike


have helped a lot to keep from losing


anything. I sometimes use 3 of them to make sure the load is secure.




I have even brought complete bikes home via bike from up to 20 miles away, most 
closer than that however. I think that last vintage Trek I brought home was 
only 15 miles each way. Ha!




I imagine some folks do a double take and think I'm an old homeless guy when I 
have a heavy load.




I have thought if I delayed very long at an intersection I would start getting 
cash donations from passing drivers. Hmmm!




Fortunately there are quite a few mostly safe routes about the area usually via 
less travel residential streets.




The number of bike paths in the area is growing and there are plans in place 
for more.




Years ago I had about given up on Dallas improving in that aspect but finally 
some of the city leaders seem to 'get it' about the benefits of encouraging 
cycling in the area.




If I do have to cross an area with busy and fast traffic I have no qualms about 
getting up on the sidewalk.




On most rides I usually grab  several plastic sacks and stuff in my pockets.




If I am not on my 'errand' bike & need to carry smallish items I hang the sacks 
on the handlebar.




Paul ' not homeless' in Dallas




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[RBW] Re: Ride Report: Little Silver Clem

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Definitely on the ice cream!




Often ice cream is the reward or sometimes the reason for a ride.




Over Saturday and Sunday I got in 60 miles over the two days and didn't feel 
one bit of guilt for having ice cream at the end.




Paul in Dallas, will ride for ice cream or good pie, or both on same ride.


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I love this whole story.




Glad to see he's enjoying it.




I occasionally get to ride bikes with my grandsons and love seeing the smiles


on their faces while riding.


Puts a smile on my face as well riding with them.




This story puts a smile on my face also.




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[RBW] Ride Report: Little Silver Clem

[in Dallas nick]

I love this whole story.




Glad to see he's enjoying it.




I occasionally get to ride bikes with my grandsons and love seeing the smiles


on their faces while riding.


Puts a smile on my face as well riding with them.




This story puts a smile on my face also.




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[RBW] A Boy, A Bike, and A Benefactor

[in Dallas nick]

Or is that a dog, I couldn't quite tell from the back?




Either way cool for him or her to also enjoy the family fun.




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[RBW] Re: A Boy, A Bike, and A Benefactor

[in Dallas nick]

It turned out super nice.




So cool.




That's one remarkable cat to ride happily in basket like that.




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Wow! 




Just saw this thread. 




Wonderful and inspiring! 




May a ripple effect continue to spread from this and positively impact others. 




I relate to what Christopher experienced 


while bike touring. 




The kindness of strangers on my 3 bike tours 


years ago astounded me repeatedly and I reflect on that and continue to be 
inspired by those acts of kindness and generosity to this day. 




Thanks for sharing Leah. 


Blessings  to you and your family and the caring and generous benefactor. 




Paul in Dallas. 




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[RBW] A Boy, A Bike, and A Benefactor

[in Dallas nick]

Wow! 




Just saw this thread. 




Wonderful and inspiring! 




May a ripple effect continue to spread from this and positively impact others. 




I relate to what Christopher experienced 


while bike touring. 




The kindness of strangers on my 3 bike tours 


years ago astounded me repeatedly and I reflect on that and continue to be 
inspired by those acts of kindness and generosity to this day. 




Thanks for sharing Leah. 


Blessings  to you and your family and the caring and generous benefactor. 




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[RBW] Gold Trail

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Breathtakingly beautiful Patrick! 




Thanks for sharing. 




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[RBW] Aspen Luminaries

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I really enjoyed the pictures and words. 


Patrick. 




Glorious! 




Thanks for sharing.




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[RBW] Cycling into your golden years

[in Dallas nick]

That's a very inspiring story. 





Thanks for sharing. 





Way to go Graeme and Betty! 





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[RBW] Summer’s Wild Rumpus

[in Dallas nick]

Deacon Patrick,




I am another that enjoys reading of your Colorado adventures and seeing the 
great pics.




I had a week long Colorado adventure


myself early this month.




Best part was sharing it with 2 Grandsons.


Bike riding with both was included.




In the spring I also experienced the


 ' not fun whatsoever' cracked or injured rib from falling over at low speed on 
my bike and my bars giving me a good smack in the ribs.




Also hope to avoid such in future.




Safe pedaling,




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[RBW] Bikepacking the Smokey Mountains of the Colorado Rockies

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I too enjoy reading about your adventures Patrick.




Great pics.




Thanks for sharing.




Do you carry some sort of emergency tracker signal device in case you needed 
help?




Paul in Dallas


Who has had a few adventures in Colorado but not to the degree of yours.




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[RBW] It Was the Worst of Times, It Was the Best of Times

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Great thread! Great story!




About a week ago I saw a very similar doormat in a North Dallas Target store.




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[RBW] Re: Hunqabeam Quickapillar Frame Finished!

[in Dallas nick]

That is such a beautiful color you may inspire a whole herd of Shadowfaxs.




Paul in Dallas






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Oh, I do prefer the books. 


They are among my favorites.


They are due for a reread soon.




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That is a beautiful color or should I say colors. 




Very nice indeed! 




I rewatch the Ring trilogy once a year.Safe pedaling on that beauty. 




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[RBW] Re: Hunqabeam Quickapillar Frame Finished!

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Oh, I do prefer the books. 


They are among my favorites.


They are due for a reread soon.




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Very nice indeed! 




I rewatch the Ring trilogy once a year.Safe pedaling on that beauty. 




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[RBW] Hunqabeam Quickapillar Frame Finished!

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That is a beautiful color or should I say colors. 




Very nice indeed! 




I rewatch the Ring trilogy once a year.Safe pedaling on that beauty. 




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[RBW] New Bike Day! Black Mountain Monster Cross

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 really like the build on your Black Mountain.





Nice job!





Did you cut the steerer tube on the fork or is that the original height of it?





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Re: [RBW] New Bike Day! Black Mountain Monster Cross

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[RBW] New Bike Day! Black Mountain Monster Cross Mar 14

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I really like the build on your Black Mountain.





Nice job!





Did you cut the steerer tube on the fork or is that the original height of it?





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I really like the build on your Black Mountain.




Nice job!




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  "John G." <jpgu...@gmail.com>: Mar 15 08:01PM -0700




Bill, your bikes are always well-appointed and seem to fit you 
perfectly. Thanks for sharing pics, details, and data. 

 

I know the intended use of the BMC is different than your Sam, but I’d love 
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  Bill Lindsay <tapebu...@gmail.com>: Mar 15 08:29PM -0700




A BMC Monster Cross with some Barlow Pass EL o light wheels would make 
a splendid road bike. Put some racks and fenders on it and now it’s a touring 
bike. It’s a very capable and very versatile bike. 

 

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  kobe <marke...@yahoo.com>: Mar 16 03:34AM -0700




Thanks for posting pictures of your BMC. I have one in orange and the 
new 

green is so loud, obnoxious and awesome it makes we trade up. Great build, 

I had 50's on mine but they were a tad big for the riding I was doing and 

went back to the Rock N Roads.


  

  

  "Jonathan D." <jdoneho...@gmail.com>: Mar 16 06:52AM -0700




Thanks for the report. I have a 56 coming and I am excited to try it 
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  Nick Payne <njh...@gmail.com>: Mar 16 03:41AM -0700




Same coverage from a slightly different angle here: 

http://www.bbc.com/news/health-43308729.

 

As one of my fellow retiree cyclists said on reading it: "One bloke reckons 

he has the body fat of a 19 year-old. I can beat that - I have the body fat 

of four 19 year-olds."


  

  

  Ron Mc <bulldog...@gmail.com>: Mar 16 06:46AM -0700




I'm happy to state my at-rest pulse is 42, and my BP the same as when I 
was 

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  Dan Bracey <dlbra...@gmail.com>: Mar 15 11:31AM -0700




Full image gallery here: https://imgur.com/a/axZDK

 

I'm going to regret this, but for sale is a Waterford built 2006 A. Homer 

Hilsen that I have owned it since 2010. When I bought the bike, I thought 

I'd own it for the rest of my life, but it turns out that it just doesn't 

fit the type of riding I'm doing as well as I thought it would. It is one 

of the more beautiful frames I've ever put my eyes on and when I purchased 

it I painstakingly cleaned the frame and carefully touched up all the chips 

with matching enamel paint (first sign that I'm not a true "Riv guy"). 

 

The paint is darker blue than the current Homer and anyone that is paying 

attention knows that the AHH has gone through a lot of hues of blue over 

the years. I was also missing the brifter index shifting from my sportier 

road bike, so Homer's bar end shifters got swapped for a full Shimano 

Ultegra 6500 triple groupset (second sign that I'm not a true Riv believer) 

which I believe to be the last classically beautiful group that Shimano 

produced. I don't need to go into how great these frames are and how well 

they handle, or how beautiful they are, but I wi

Re: [RBW] New Bike Day! Black Mountain Monster Cross Mar 14

[in Dallas nick]

I really like the build on your Black Mountain.




Nice job!




Did you cut the steerer tube on the fork or is that the original height of it?




Paul in Dallas















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  "John G." : Mar 15 08:01PM -0700




Bill, your bikes are always well-appointed and seem to fit you 
perfectly. Thanks for sharing pics, details, and data. 

 

I know the intended use of the BMC is different than your Sam, but I’d love 
comparisons. I’m in between Sam sizes, and the BMC might be a better fit.


  

  

  Bill Lindsay : Mar 15 08:29PM -0700




A BMC Monster Cross with some Barlow Pass EL o light wheels would make 
a splendid road bike. Put some racks and fenders on it and now it’s a touring 
bike. It’s a very capable and very versatile bike. 

 

Bill Lindsay

El Cerrito Ca.


  

  

  kobe : Mar 16 03:34AM -0700




Thanks for posting pictures of your BMC. I have one in orange and the 
new 

green is so loud, obnoxious and awesome it makes we trade up. Great build, 

I had 50's on mine but they were a tad big for the riding I was doing and 

went back to the Rock N Roads.


  

  

  "Jonathan D." : Mar 16 06:52AM -0700




Thanks for the report. I have a 56 coming and I am excited to try it 
out.  It seems like such a versatile bike.


  

  
  
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  Nick Payne : Mar 16 03:41AM -0700




Same coverage from a slightly different angle here: 

http://www.bbc.com/news/health-43308729.

 

As one of my fellow retiree cyclists said on reading it: "One bloke reckons 

he has the body fat of a 19 year-old. I can beat that - I have the body fat 

of four 19 year-olds."


  

  

  Ron Mc : Mar 16 06:46AM -0700




I'm happy to state my at-rest pulse is 42, and my BP the same as when I 
was 

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  Dan Bracey : Mar 15 11:31AM -0700




Full image gallery here: https://imgur.com/a/axZDK

 

I'm going to regret this, but for sale is a Waterford built 2006 A. Homer 

Hilsen that I have owned it since 2010. When I bought the bike, I thought 

I'd own it for the rest of my life, but it turns out that it just doesn't 

fit the type of riding I'm doing as well as I thought it would. It is one 

of the more beautiful frames I've ever put my eyes on and when I purchased 

it I painstakingly cleaned the frame and carefully touched up all the chips 

with matching enamel paint (first sign that I'm not a true "Riv guy"). 

 

The paint is darker blue than the current Homer and anyone that is paying 

attention knows that the AHH has gone through a lot of hues of blue over 

the years. I was also missing the brifter index shifting from my sportier 

road bike, so Homer's bar end shifters got swapped for a full Shimano 

Ultegra 6500 triple groupset (second sign that I'm not a true Riv believer) 

which I believe to be the last classically beautiful group that Shimano 

produced. I don't need to go into how great these frames are and how well 

they handle, or how beautiful they are, but I will say that the size 59 

frame was on the verge of being too big for my 5'11" frame, but it was 

still comfortable for a couple of 100 mile plus rides that I did on it. The 

larger than normal sizing and the low seat post was one Grantism that I do 

believe in for this bike which made it extremely comfortable for long rides.

 

Further details on the build are a full Nitto