[RBW] Re: 4-1 column in Velo News
Satire works in mysterious ways. Sometimes it cuts right to the truth. On Apr 1, 10:59 pm, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: They're great in concert. On Thu, Apr 1, 2010 at 10:57 PM, rob markwardt robmar...@hotmail.comwrote: ...and clothes you can wear off the bike without looking like the King of Dorks. Future Rivendell ad campaign? Or, I'd like to see King of Dorks on a down tube. On Apr 1, 7:43 pm, doug peterson dougpn...@cox.net wrote: In my case it's a 13-32. 11 was too much, but that's what Riv had in stock when they put the bike together. Haven't read the story - did he miss photography? That's important when touring. Oh, and camping gear! dougP On Apr 1, 7:33 pm, Bruce fullylug...@yahoo.com wrote: From VeloNews today: They spoof about starting a new facet market for touring riders: “What isn’t there to write about?” asks O’Grady. “Which panniers to buy, and how to pack them. Why road pedals and shoes suck when you’re on and off your bike a lot. The joys of the triple crankset, bar-end shifters and an 11-32 eight-speed cassette when you’re pedaling up an 8 percent grade with your bedroom, kitchen and clothes closet on your bike.” Read more: http://velonews.competitor.com/2010/04/news/velo-focusing-on-a-new-ma...; I mean, if that is supposed to be an exaggerated joke for April Fools Day, I don;t get it. Isn't that how WE ride? Huh?- 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.comrbw-owners-bunch%2Bunsubscrib 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.
[RBW] Re: 4-1 column in Velo News
I'll always be King of Dorks...was I thinking that, or singing out loud? On Apr 1, 11:06 pm, Esteban proto...@gmail.com wrote: Satire works in mysterious ways. Sometimes it cuts right to the truth. On Apr 1, 10:59 pm, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: They're great in concert. On Thu, Apr 1, 2010 at 10:57 PM, rob markwardt robmar...@hotmail.comwrote: ...and clothes you can wear off the bike without looking like the King of Dorks. Future Rivendell ad campaign? Or, I'd like to see King of Dorks on a down tube. On Apr 1, 7:43 pm, doug peterson dougpn...@cox.net wrote: In my case it's a 13-32. 11 was too much, but that's what Riv had in stock when they put the bike together. Haven't read the story - did he miss photography? That's important when touring. Oh, and camping gear! dougP On Apr 1, 7:33 pm, Bruce fullylug...@yahoo.com wrote: From VeloNews today: They spoof about starting a new facet market for touring riders: “What isn’t there to write about?” asks O’Grady. “Which panniers to buy, and how to pack them. Why road pedals and shoes suck when you’re on and off your bike a lot. The joys of the triple crankset, bar-end shifters and an 11-32 eight-speed cassette when you’re pedaling up an 8 percent grade with your bedroom, kitchen and clothes closet on your bike.” Read more: http://velonews.competitor.com/2010/04/news/velo-focusing-on-a-new-ma...; I mean, if that is supposed to be an exaggerated joke for April Fools Day, I don;t get it. Isn't that how WE ride? Huh?- 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.comrbw-owners-bunch%2Bunsubscrib 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- 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: Cloth Tape, Twine, Shellac and Vanity
I've personally done yellow tape and 6 coats of amber shellac (flakes from Velo Orange) and it comes out pretty dang close. http://www.flickr.com/photos/8199...@n04/379930/ Mike On Apr 1, 10:43 am, Ryan citizenofmilwau...@gmail.com wrote: Can any of you esteemed group members recommend cloth tape, twine and shellac that would closely match a well used honey Brooks? Yrs., Ryan Post Script: It's not for because I'm vain but for Vanity 6. -- 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] '85 Bridgestone MB-1 Pics
N-V-US!!! -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com]on Behalf Of Marty Sent: Thursday, April 01, 2010 4:28 PM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] '85 Bridgestone MB-1 Pics OK - here are the pics. Lot's of similarities to the smaller Hunqapillars I'd say. This bike cleaned up amazingly well for a 25 year-old. Even the original tires are ready to roll. I don't think the person I bought it from rode it much at all. Funny, but she had purchased a hybrid bike to ride when all she needed to do was swap out the tires and raise the bars. Until I can find a taller frame, I'll add albatross bars on a tall stem - maybe fenders too. Fortunately I have a longer 26.8 seatpost as the original is quite short. I am very impressed with the quality of the Gen 1 XT components, Everything is built to last. Of course I re-greased the headset and BB, and I only had to adjust one of the XCII pedals. I've been using a big tub of Campy grease for more than thirty years now, and it still smells and feels wonderful. Man, I really love cups and cones! BTW - a 32mm headset wrench works just fine on the funky 600 headset - just have to be careful. Enjoy the pics. Marty http://tinyurl.com/yeg6dmv On Mar 31, 11:57 am, Marty mgie...@mac.com wrote: Just happened across a good deal on an original owner '85 MB-1 that will do just fine. Might be a bit small for me, but will be a great loaner bike, and do a swell job of hauling my grandson. When I find a taller frame I can swap out the parts. I'll add pics on my Flickr page ASAP. Marty On Mar 30, 2:40 pm, Marty mgie...@mac.com wrote: I could do with the frameset alone if that helps. I think the MB-3 stopped at 59. Anyone have a 61cm All Rounder by chance? Essentially looking for the tallest lugged frame 26 wheeled bike I can find for a trailer-pulling project. Marty -- 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] Our own Walnut Creek
I'm probably not the only one who has enjoyed the photos Grant makes on his rides up into the hills around Walnut Creek. Some friends and I rode a back-road loop around Lake Pepin on Sunday. Usually when I ride around Pepin, the local vegetation is green and lush, but in March, it's still pretty brown. I thought many times that the brown, knobby topography was reminicent of Grant's WC area photos. Also, we all were riding steel (2 Rivs) and wearing clothes that didn't look like cycling clothes. This loop would be a good ride for you Californians who are under the impression that the Midwest is devoid of hills. Anyway, here's my write-up: http://hiawathacyclery.blogspot.com/2010/04/sundays-lake-pepin-adventure.html -- 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] Our own Walnut Creek
Jim: Very nice bar tape and like the matching fenders in this panda shot: http://www.flickr.com/photos/twowheelflight/4483478454/in/set-72157623751664968/ The rider on the black Trek looks a touch stretched out. You need to get him on a Riv... From: Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery thill@gmail.com To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Fri, April 2, 2010 7:22:08 AM Subject: [RBW] Our own Walnut Creek Some friends and I rode a back-road loop around Lake Pepin on Sunday. -- 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: Our own Walnut Creek
Looks like a lot of fun. I should, but have not yet, find the time to ride up around Minneapolis. The bluffs on either side of the Mississippi near LaCrosse and even where Iowa, Wisconsin and Illinois come together present both beautiful and challenging rides. I think if our friends out West made it out here for some riding (Mid- September is probably the best time weatherwise) they would be most pleased with the scenery, open roads and trails, if not somewhat disappointed with the food and coffee offerings away from Chicago and Minneapolis anyway. (You are never too far from decent places to eat and drink in the Bay Area and Wine District - of course everyone knows that so you are bound to be sharing the roads with quite a few of them). On Apr 2, 7:22 am, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery thill@gmail.com wrote: I'm probably not the only one who has enjoyed the photos Grant makes on his rides up into the hills around Walnut Creek. Some friends and I rode a back-road loop around Lake Pepin on Sunday. Usually when I ride around Pepin, the local vegetation is green and lush, but in March, it's still pretty brown. I thought many times that the brown, knobby topography was reminicent of Grant's WC area photos. Also, we all were riding steel (2 Rivs) and wearing clothes that didn't look like cycling clothes. This loop would be a good ride for you Californians who are under the impression that the Midwest is devoid of hills. Anyway, here's my write-up:http://hiawathacyclery.blogspot.com/2010/04/sundays-lake-pepin-advent... -- 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: Rambouillet white out!
It's got two shorter leather straps cinched up to Vivo saddlebag loops. (designed to work with the loops on a B-17) It hangs higher and more nicely than the other one I have, which is a single longer crosswise strap which goes through the saddle rails. (visible in the older pics of my Rambouillet when it had black saddle/bartape/bag instead of white and tan) Thus: http://www.flickr.com/photos/40738...@n08/3754815354/sizes/l/in/set-72157623307633298/ Steve -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com]on Behalf Of Jansenh Sent: Thursday, April 01, 2010 2:53 PM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] Re: Rambouillet white out! How are you attaching the acorn bag? I have the same bag but mine doesn't seem to hang as vertical as yours pictured. On Mar 31, 4:40 pm, Frederick, Steve frede...@mail.lib.msu.edu wrote: Did a little redecorating on the Rambly--wonder what that bartape will look like after a few hundred miles? A shot on the shores of Lake Lansing, prettiest dredged out swamp you ever saw. http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2710/4479756577_b96d66d7e0_b.jpg Got the tan Acorn bag and white Regal from a coupla Riv-listers--how do they look, guys? Steve Frederick, East Lansing, MI -- 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: Our own Walnut Creek
Joel: if you do make it to Mpls, I'll be happy to ride around with you and suggest some routes. Late Summer and Fall are great, because we have lots of nice offroad that is too wet earlier in the year. On Apr 2, 8:05 am, JoelMatthews joelmatth...@mac.com wrote: Looks like a lot of fun. I should, but have not yet, find the time to ride up around Minneapolis. The bluffs on either side of the Mississippi near LaCrosse and even where Iowa, Wisconsin and Illinois come together present both beautiful and challenging rides. I think if our friends out West made it out here for some riding (Mid- September is probably the best time weatherwise) they would be most pleased with the scenery, open roads and trails, if not somewhat disappointed with the food and coffee offerings away from Chicago and Minneapolis anyway. (You are never too far from decent places to eat and drink in the Bay Area and Wine District - of course everyone knows that so you are bound to be sharing the roads with quite a few of them). On Apr 2, 7:22 am, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery thill@gmail.com wrote: I'm probably not the only one who has enjoyed the photos Grant makes on his rides up into the hills around Walnut Creek. Some friends and I rode a back-road loop around Lake Pepin on Sunday. Usually when I ride around Pepin, the local vegetation is green and lush, but in March, it's still pretty brown. I thought many times that the brown, knobby topography was reminicent of Grant's WC area photos. Also, we all were riding steel (2 Rivs) and wearing clothes that didn't look like cycling clothes. This loop would be a good ride for you Californians who are under the impression that the Midwest is devoid of hills. Anyway, here's my write-up:http://hiawathacyclery.blogspot.com/2010/04/sundays-lake-pepin-advent... -- 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: Our own Walnut Creek
Looks like a fun ride Jim! Riding around Lake Pepin is quite a journey. As Joel stated, the Mississippi and all it's tributaries offers very challenging riding. I grew up in Rochester, which is blessed with hilly terrain just to the East, NE and SE. Co. Rd. 9 out of Rochester towards Whitewater State Park is a roller coaster no one can forget. Winona and La Crosse are two great cities to ride around, as well as nice cities to visit during the summer. I rode the Oktoberfest 100 in La Crosse once many years ago all I really remember about it was the ups and downs. That's the difference between many Western states riding and the Midwest. Climbs are often longer and less frequent out West. In the Midwest . they're short (around a mile), but they can be one after another after another. Try riding around La Crosse(WI) and La Crescent (MN) in the Fall during apple season. Midwest apples are the best on earth, but I guess I'm partial:) -- 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: Our own Walnut Creek
On Apr 2, 8:22 am, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery thill@gmail.com wrote: great pics, Jim. yet another place I'd like to do some cycling. -- 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: vittoria randonneur touring tire?
Vittoria Randonneur's have plenty of happy users, just jog on over to Bike Forums. I for one don't take much stock in price in a indicator of a tires quality. These days there is no clear indication of what is, and what is not a quality tire. I read plenty of dissatisfied Schwalbe and Continental users. The thing is, there's infinite variables when it comes to someone's opinion of a tire. The human phenomena of monkey-see monkey-copy makes reviewing things rather comical. I'd try the Randonneur's in a heartbeat and not worry about opinions. Hey, you can buy 3 of these for the price of many Schwalbe's! I myself can't see spending $65 on a bike tire. My Michelin truck tires cost about $80 when I last bought them, as a comparison. I've had a great ride with Performance Forte Metro-K 35mm tires about $14 each. There's another 35mm tire they sell(the Gotham), made by Panaracer, who sells the same thing,minus the reflective strip. It's called the Crosstown. Performance sells it for $12 other places sell the Crosstown for more than double that. So, I don't put much stock anymore in more expensive = a better tire. Retail is like a giant shell game. sell it for what you can and hope you can keep the game going :) -- 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: Our own Walnut Creek
On Apr 2, 2010, at 8:05 AM, JoelMatthews wrote: Looks like a lot of fun. I should, but have not yet, find the time to ride up around Minneapolis. The bluffs on either side of the Mississippi near LaCrosse and even where Iowa, Wisconsin and Illinois come together present both beautiful and challenging rides. I went to college at St. Mary's in Winona 1977-81 and lived in Winona and La Crosse until 1988 when I moved to St. Paul to get employment. Back in the recession of the early 80s, that area was hard hit (Winona has not really recovered yet, from taking a stroll down 3rd St. last fall). I'm always amazed that the Coulee Region is not a cycling mecca in the US- great quiet country roads, mostly low traffic, beautiful views of the river, challenging climbs and exhilarating descents. Whenever I go there to see friends I bring a bike and sneak out for a couple of rides. I think if our friends out West made it out here for some riding (Mid- September is probably the best time weatherwise) they would be most pleased with the scenery, open roads and trails, if not somewhat disappointed with the food and coffee offerings away from Chicago and Minneapolis anyway. (You are never too far from decent places to eat and drink in the Bay Area and Wine District - of course everyone knows that so you are bound to be sharing the roads with quite a few of them). Winona is not a hotbed of culinary wonders. La Crosse has more options. Both towns have an astonishing number of bars. -- 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: Our own Walnut Creek
On Fri, Apr 2, 2010 at 8:14 AM, Tim McNamara tim...@bitstream.net wrote: Winona is not a hotbed of culinary wonders. La Crosse has more options. Both towns have an astonishing number of bars. True, but I should mention that Red Wing, from whence many of these rides start, has the excellent Norton's restaurant downtown, run by Greg Norton (for the Husker Du fans on the list). Top-notch food and wine list. -- Bill Connell 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.
Re: [RBW] Our own Walnut Creek
On Fri, Apr 2, 2010 at 7:35 AM, Bruce fullylug...@yahoo.com wrote: Jim: Very nice bar tape and like the matching fenders in this panda shot: http://www.flickr.com/photos/twowheelflight/4483478454/in/set-72157623751664968/ The rider on the black Trek looks a touch stretched out. You need to get him on a Riv... The guy on the black Trek (Rob) did remark that his arms and shoulders were tired at one point. But that guy was a machine! He was the first to the top of about every climb, and he was on a 3 spd. Several of those climbs had me in my small chainring and I have a triple. I couldn't believe that guy! Shaun Meehan -- 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: vittoria randonneur touring tire?
You do not say whether you have ever ridden a Schwalbe tire. I, and the many others who have, pay the price for the tire not because of our simian intelligence level but rather because the tires have an amazing combination of smooth ride and long life. I know the prevasive WalMart mentality is that if something can be made cheaply it must be better. That is not my experience. (heck, why not say that a Rawland must be as good as a Riv. It's steel and cheaper after all) I went Schwalbe after years of riding many other tire brands. My experience had been you either got a tire that was comfortable to ride but prone to flats or was durable but felt as though you were riding on granite. I have now added Grad Bois to my list of nice tires. The ride of some of their tires is just amazing. I do not have much experience with Panaracers, but have heard many great accounts of their merchandise. My understanding is that while Panaracer uses its molds when making for other brands it does not always use the same materials. I have an account with Schwalbe North America so do not buy retail. I get my Grand Bois from Bicycle Quarterly which I would hardly classify as a shell game. On Apr 2, 9:10 am, Garth garth...@gmail.com wrote: Vittoria Randonneur's have plenty of happy users, just jog on over to Bike Forums. I for one don't take much stock in price in a indicator of a tires quality. These days there is no clear indication of what is, and what is not a quality tire. I read plenty of dissatisfied Schwalbe and Continental users. The thing is, there's infinite variables when it comes to someone's opinion of a tire. The human phenomena of monkey-see monkey-copy makes reviewing things rather comical. I'd try the Randonneur's in a heartbeat and not worry about opinions. Hey, you can buy 3 of these for the price of many Schwalbe's! I myself can't see spending $65 on a bike tire. My Michelin truck tires cost about $80 when I last bought them, as a comparison. I've had a great ride with Performance Forte Metro-K 35mm tires about $14 each. There's another 35mm tire they sell(the Gotham), made by Panaracer, who sells the same thing,minus the reflective strip. It's called the Crosstown. Performance sells it for $12 other places sell the Crosstown for more than double that. So, I don't put much stock anymore in more expensive = a better tire. Retail is like a giant shell game. sell it for what you can and hope you can keep the game going :) -- 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: Our own Walnut Creek
Well, depending on work load, I just might take up Jim's offer. It is an easy Amtrak ride from Chicago to Minneapolis. That is beautiful country. As for restaurant - I know there are some good choices in small town Midwest. There is just no comparing what you can find in Northern Cali. I did some riding in Sonoma a few years back. I would have to dig up my file to confirm the towns, but recall at least three different nights in podunk looking places that nevertheless had amazing little restaurants every bit as good or better than in Chicago hot spots. As for coffee, almost like travelling in Brasil - wherever I stopped, it was good. Get too far outside of the Midwest urban centers and coffee drinkers are pretty much divided among the let's go to Starbucks and the why would anyone pay more than a quarter for coffe crowd. The concept of independent roasters making quality joe has barely reached our hinterlands. On Apr 2, 9:38 am, Shaun Meehan meehan.sh...@gmail.com wrote: On Fri, Apr 2, 2010 at 7:35 AM, Bruce fullylug...@yahoo.com wrote: Jim: Very nice bar tape and like the matching fenders in this panda shot: http://www.flickr.com/photos/twowheelflight/4483478454/in/set-7215762... The rider on the black Trek looks a touch stretched out. You need to get him on a Riv... The guy on the black Trek (Rob) did remark that his arms and shoulders were tired at one point. But that guy was a machine! He was the first to the top of about every climb, and he was on a 3 spd. Several of those climbs had me in my small chainring and I have a triple. I couldn't believe that guy! Shaun Meehan -- 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: Sackville Barsack
I know the nitto F-15 still isn't in stock. However, it is my understanding that riv had some bags previously that used this set-up. Can any one speak to the front end behavior with the higher load? I'm weighing my options between this set-up and a decaleur/front rack mounted bag. -Erik C On Mar 25, 5:47 am, Ken Freeman kenfreeman...@gmail.com wrote: Jay, actually it does, since you're talking about hackable design features. With all those issues, what does the BarSack offer that the Acorn doesn't? Or the Campagne or the Zugster, for that matter? Due to the BarSack's positioning, especially on a Rivvish/Bobbish positioning, I don't see good front end behavior coming out of this. -- 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] interesting bike for sale: 53cm fixie porteur
I thought some of you might be interested in this bike: http://fastboycycles.com/projectbike.html -- 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: interesting bike for sale: 53cm fixie porteur
And here's an amazing VeloOrange Randonneur (that isn't for sale): http://www.flickr.com/photos/97916...@n00/sets/72157606169015639/ Nice eye candy. -- 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: interesting bike for sale: 53cm fixie porteur
On Apr 2, 11:30 am, happyriding happyrid...@yahoo.com wrote: And here's an amazing VeloOrange Randonneur (that isn't for sale): yeah - Steve P. knows how to build a bike. His Saluki is killer. -- 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: Our own Walnut Creek
No offense to the folks in Iowa. I love the state and the people. Indeed. There are not a whole lot of them, but the people you meet riding in Iowa - and S'Eastern Minnesota, tend to be very open and friendly. And I'm sure you can find good coffee in Iowa too. Maybe. Perhaps if the cornfields whisper: 'If you brew it, they will come.' On Apr 2, 10:18 am, Shaun Meehan meehan.sh...@gmail.com wrote: On Fri, Apr 2, 2010 at 9:50 AM, JoelMatthews joelmatth...@mac.com wrote: As for coffee, almost like travelling in Brasil - wherever I stopped, it was good. Get too far outside of the Midwest urban centers and coffee drinkers are pretty much divided among the let's go to Starbucks and the why would anyone pay more than a quarter for coffe crowd. The concept of independent roasters making quality joe has barely reached our hinterlands. Both of my parents were born and raised in Iowa. So I grew-up thinking that what I now refer to as Iowa coffee was the norm. By this I mean something that's approximately the color of weak tea and occasionally served chunky style (unintentionally I presume). No offense to the folks in Iowa. I love the state and the people. Just not the coffee. And I'm sure you can find good coffee in Iowa too. Maybe. Shaun Meehan P.S. Cyclones Hawkeyes! -- 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] Rim / Spoke Cracks... Should I be concerned?
If this isn't an indicator to you to replace a rim, what is?! Don't wait for them to fail whilst riding. On 3/27/2010 1:34 PM, Rick Smith wrote: Discovered these while cleaning the Saluki's rims today: http://m.flickr.com/?done=1id=4468086048magic_cookie=60a853592b9cce68b74f0172dda07f87title=Spoke+crackdescription=#/photos/74396...@n00/4468088476/ http://m.flickr.com/?done=1id=4468086048magic_cookie=60a853592b9cce68b74f0172dda07f87title=Spoke+crackdescription=#/photos/74396...@n00/4467312843/ http://m.flickr.com/?done=1id=4468086048magic_cookie=60a853592b9cce68b74f0172dda07f87title=Spoke+crackdescription=#/photos/74396...@n00/4468086048/ Is it beausage or time to replace the rims? -- 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: interesting bike for sale: 53cm fixie porteur
That was built to VO specs by Johnny Coast. The new VO Randonneur will be factory built in Taiwan. They will cost less, but I cannot fathom they will be as nice as Steve's bike. The original Porteur has nice lines. Personally, I think fixed kind of runs counter to the purpose of a Porteur, but hey, maybe these young riders can hack it. On Apr 2, 10:30 am, happyriding happyrid...@yahoo.com wrote: And here's an amazing VeloOrange Randonneur (that isn't for sale): http://www.flickr.com/photos/97916...@n00/sets/72157606169015639/ Nice eye candy. -- 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] In Praise of Jitensha Bars
Holy smokes, did your gran'pa leave you that saddle? Looks like it has 1.7 milllion miles on it... Nice bike! Steve -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com]on Behalf Of i.e. Sent: Thursday, April 01, 2010 11:22 PM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] In Praise of Jitensha Bars I love my Quickbeam. I've been riding it as a daily commuter in San Francisco since I bought it last fall, with some weekend trips across the bridge and into Marin. The Beam came set-up with noodle bars, which I really like. For most of my riding, though, which involves tearing around the city and hauling groceries, I found myself wanting to try out a more upright position. Enter the Jitensha bars... I loved the Quickbeam before, yeah, but the new bars have taken it to another level altogether. Upright, but still fast feeling with incredible control, even with a loaded front basket. There far enough out that I can still get decent leverage when climbing out of the saddle. Anyway, if you're considering going a little swept back and upright, but don't want to go as far as the albatross bars, I highly recommend giving the Jitensha's a shot. Here're a couple of shots: http://www.flickr.com/photos/gogglz/4483314830/in/set-72157623750965348/ isaac -- 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: Rambouillet white out!
Interesting. I have the same bag with those same loops on a Brooks Team Pro but I can't get the bag as vertical either: http://www.flickr.com/photos/natan/4400788086/in/set-72157623013628085/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/natan/4400782996/in/set-72157623013628085/ Maybe it's due to the different rail shape on the Regal… care to post some detail photos? ;) -nathan On Fri, Apr 2, 2010 at 6:07 AM, Frederick, Steve frede...@mail.lib.msu.eduwrote: It's got two shorter leather straps cinched up to Vivo saddlebag loops. (designed to work with the loops on a B-17) It hangs higher and more nicely than the other one I have, which is a single longer crosswise strap which goes through the saddle rails. (visible in the older pics of my Rambouillet when it had black saddle/bartape/bag instead of white and tan) Thus: http://www.flickr.com/photos/40738...@n08/3754815354/sizes/l/in/set-72157623307633298/ Steve -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com]on Behalf Of Jansenh Sent: Thursday, April 01, 2010 2:53 PM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] Re: Rambouillet white out! How are you attaching the acorn bag? I have the same bag but mine doesn't seem to hang as vertical as yours pictured. On Mar 31, 4:40 pm, Frederick, Steve frede...@mail.lib.msu.edu wrote: Did a little redecorating on the Rambly--wonder what that bartape will look like after a few hundred miles? A shot on the shores of Lake Lansing, prettiest dredged out swamp you ever saw. http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2710/4479756577_b96d66d7e0_b.jpg Got the tan Acorn bag and white Regal from a coupla Riv-listers--how do they look, guys? Steve Frederick, East Lansing, MI -- 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.comrbw-owners-bunch%2bunsubscr...@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.comrbw-owners-bunch%2bunsubscr...@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: Exciting Images
For the head badge admirers, there's a new picture up (it's the last one--all the way to the right): http://www.rivbike.com/products/show/hunqapillar/50-713 -- 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] Simpleone...any more info?
Seems like it has been a bit with no more info on the Simpleone. Anyone out there have any more info? Availability? Dates? Price? Anything at all. Cheers! cm -- 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] In Praise of Jitensha Bars
Very nice looking. Did you use the same length stem? Horace. On Thu, Apr 1, 2010 at 8:22 PM, i.e. ien...@gmail.com wrote: I love my Quickbeam. I've been riding it as a daily commuter in San Francisco since I bought it last fall, with some weekend trips across the bridge and into Marin. The Beam came set-up with noodle bars, which I really like. For most of my riding, though, which involves tearing around the city and hauling groceries, I found myself wanting to try out a more upright position. Enter the Jitensha bars... I loved the Quickbeam before, yeah, but the new bars have taken it to another level altogether. Upright, but still fast feeling with incredible control, even with a loaded front basket. There far enough out that I can still get decent leverage when climbing out of the saddle. Anyway, if you're considering going a little swept back and upright, but don't want to go as far as the albatross bars, I highly recommend giving the Jitensha's a shot. Here're a couple of shots: http://www.flickr.com/photos/gogglz/4483314830/in/set-72157623750965348/ isaac -- 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.comrbw-owners-bunch%2bunsubscr...@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: Rambouillet white out!
Huh, that is weird. The tan bag on my bike now is a newer version than my black one, too, so maybe they've revised how they hang a bit? How old is yours? The Regal rails are a bit closer together than typical bag loop spacing---I compenstated by angling them outward just a bit and it seems to work fine. I'll see if I can get a shot of it. Steve -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com]on Behalf Of nathan spindel Sent: Friday, April 02, 2010 12:42 PM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: [RBW] Re: Rambouillet white out! Interesting. I have the same bag with those same loops on a Brooks Team Pro but I can't get the bag as vertical either: http://www.flickr.com/photos/natan/4400788086/in/set-72157623013628085/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/natan/4400782996/in/set-72157623013628085/ Maybe it's due to the different rail shape on the Regal… care to post some detail photos? ;) -nathan On Fri, Apr 2, 2010 at 6:07 AM, Frederick, Steve frede...@mail.lib.msu.edu wrote: It's got two shorter leather straps cinched up to Vivo saddlebag loops. (designed to work with the loops on a B-17) It hangs higher and more nicely than the other one I have, which is a single longer crosswise strap which goes through the saddle rails. (visible in the older pics of my Rambouillet when it had black saddle/bartape/bag instead of white and tan) Thus: http://www.flickr.com/photos/40738...@n08/3754815354/sizes/l/in/set-72157623307633298/ Steve -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto: rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com]on Behalf Of Jansenh Sent: Thursday, April 01, 2010 2:53 PM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] Re: Rambouillet white out! How are you attaching the acorn bag? I have the same bag but mine doesn't seem to hang as vertical as yours pictured. On Mar 31, 4:40 pm, Frederick, Steve frede...@mail.lib.msu.edu wrote: Did a little redecorating on the Rambly--wonder what that bartape will look like after a few hundred miles? A shot on the shores of Lake Lansing, prettiest dredged out swamp you ever saw. http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2710/4479756577_b96d66d7e0_b.jpg Got the tan Acorn bag and white Regal from a coupla Riv-listers--how do they look, guys? Steve Frederick, East Lansing, MI -- 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 mailto:rbw-owners-bunch%2bunsubscr...@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 mailto:rbw-owners-bunch%2bunsubscr...@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. -- 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: Simpleone...any more info?
I heard it was on hold for a short while to make way for the hunqapillar.It'll be sweet when it comes out though!I think it's like a quickbeam with a kickstand plate, which is awesome. On Apr 2, 1:10 pm, cm chrispmur...@hotmail.com wrote: Seems like it has been a bit with no more info on the Simpleone. Anyone out there have any more info? Availability? Dates? Price? Anything at all. Cheers! cm -- 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: In Praise of Jitensha Bars
I like my Rock n' Road so much I am now using it as my city bike as well as my camper. I happened to have a couple pair of Jitensha bars around and they were a natural for city riding. The BG stem for drops is a bit too short and low for the Jitenshas. Just sent an order to Bruce for a stem 2 cms longer and a bit higher. I use Nitto Rando bars for touring. On Apr 2, 12:29 pm, Horace max...@sdf.lonestar.org wrote: Very nice looking. Did you use the same length stem? Horace. On Thu, Apr 1, 2010 at 8:22 PM, i.e. ien...@gmail.com wrote: I love my Quickbeam. I've been riding it as a daily commuter in San Francisco since I bought it last fall, with some weekend trips across the bridge and into Marin. The Beam came set-up with noodle bars, which I really like. For most of my riding, though, which involves tearing around the city and hauling groceries, I found myself wanting to try out a more upright position. Enter the Jitensha bars... I loved the Quickbeam before, yeah, but the new bars have taken it to another level altogether. Upright, but still fast feeling with incredible control, even with a loaded front basket. There far enough out that I can still get decent leverage when climbing out of the saddle. Anyway, if you're considering going a little swept back and upright, but don't want to go as far as the albatross bars, I highly recommend giving the Jitensha's a shot. Here're a couple of shots: http://www.flickr.com/photos/gogglz/4483314830/in/set-72157623750965348/ isaac -- 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.comrbw-owners-bunch%2bunsubscrib...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.- 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.
RE: [RBW] Re: Simpleone...any more info?
FWIW, my 52cm QB has a kickstand plate...from the last silver batch. Steve -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com]on Behalf Of newenglandbike Sent: Friday, April 02, 2010 1:50 PM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] Re: Simpleone...any more info? I heard it was on hold for a short while to make way for the hunqapillar.It'll be sweet when it comes out though!I think it's like a quickbeam with a kickstand plate, which is awesome. On Apr 2, 1:10 pm, cm chrispmur...@hotmail.com wrote: Seems like it has been a bit with no more info on the Simpleone. Anyone out there have any more info? Availability? Dates? Price? Anything at all. Cheers! cm -- 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: Riv. Readers FS
All gone again. Thanks. On Apr 1, 10:34 pm, rob markwardt robmar...@hotmail.com wrote: Wait...I still have a 32 and a 37! The 37, if you can believe it, was found it on the sidewalk a few years ago and has a map drawn on the address side. I'll sell these both for $5 shipped. Or, if you are John B.D*** of South Seattle and want your magazine back I'll send it to you for free. On Apr 1, 1:48 pm, RoadieRyan rya...@hotmail.com wrote: DANG! that was quick On Apr 1, 1:23 pm, rob markwardt robmar...@hotmail.com wrote: all gone. Thank you. On Apr 1, 10:38 am, rob markwardt robmar...@hotmail.com wrote: Greetings, In order to fill in the ten or so missing Readers from my collection I did the only logical thing and bought a whole set (minus # 10). So I'm now on the surplus side by about 30. I still need # 10 so if you have that I'd be glad to trade, or I'll sell my excess for $3 apiece plus shipping (what they cost me). Here's what I have... 4, 12, 13, 14,15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 23, 24, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32(2), 33, 34, 35, 36, 37(2), 38, 39, 40 Group orders encourage...shipping should be much. Paypal or checks are fine. Thanks, Rob Markwardt Seattle- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text -- 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: Simpleone...any more info?
Last I heard it was this fall at the earliest, but I'd be happy to hear otherwise. ~Mike~ On Apr 2, 10:58 am, Frederick, Steve frede...@mail.lib.msu.edu wrote: FWIW, my 52cm QB has a kickstand plate...from the last silver batch. Steve -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com]on Behalf Of newenglandbike Sent: Friday, April 02, 2010 1:50 PM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] Re: Simpleone...any more info? I heard it was on hold for a short while to make way for the hunqapillar. It'll be sweet when it comes out though! I think it's like a quickbeam with a kickstand plate, which is awesome. On Apr 2, 1:10 pm, cm chrispmur...@hotmail.com wrote: Seems like it has been a bit with no more info on the Simpleone. Anyone out there have any more info? Availability? Dates? Price? Anything at all. Cheers! cm -- 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.- 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: In Praise of Jitensha Bars
Love the Jitensha bars on my AHH. Mine have Ergon grips and a stem 1cm longer than usual. http://www.flickr.com/photos/27988...@n06/4098948581/ On Apr 2, 1:55 pm, JoelMatthews joelmatth...@mac.com wrote: I like my Rock n' Road so much I am now using it as my city bike as well as my camper. I happened to have a couple pair of Jitensha bars around and they were a natural for city riding. The BG stem for drops is a bit too short and low for the Jitenshas. Just sent an order to Bruce for a stem 2 cms longer and a bit higher. I use Nitto Rando bars for touring. On Apr 2, 12:29 pm, Horace max...@sdf.lonestar.org wrote: Very nice looking. Did you use the same length stem? Horace. On Thu, Apr 1, 2010 at 8:22 PM, i.e. ien...@gmail.com wrote: I love my Quickbeam. I've been riding it as a daily commuter in San Francisco since I bought it last fall, with some weekend trips across the bridge and into Marin. The Beam came set-up with noodle bars, which I really like. For most of my riding, though, which involves tearing around the city and hauling groceries, I found myself wanting to try out a more upright position. Enter the Jitensha bars... I loved the Quickbeam before, yeah, but the new bars have taken it to another level altogether. Upright, but still fast feeling with incredible control, even with a loaded front basket. There far enough out that I can still get decent leverage when climbing out of the saddle. Anyway, if you're considering going a little swept back and upright, but don't want to go as far as the albatross bars, I highly recommend giving the Jitensha's a shot. Here're a couple of shots: http://www.flickr.com/photos/gogglz/4483314830/in/set-72157623750965348/ isaac -- 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.comrbw-owners-bunch%2Bunsubscrib �...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.-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.
RE: [RBW] Re: In Praise of Jitensha Bars
Nice! You know what would look cool on there? Cork Ergon grips, that's what: http://www.ergon-bike.com/us/en/interbike2009-gp1-biokork Steve -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com]on Behalf Of stevep33 Sent: Friday, April 02, 2010 2:30 PM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] Re: In Praise of Jitensha Bars Love the Jitensha bars on my AHH. Mine have Ergon grips and a stem 1cm longer than usual. http://www.flickr.com/photos/27988...@n06/4098948581/ On Apr 2, 1:55 pm, JoelMatthews joelmatth...@mac.com wrote: I like my Rock n' Road so much I am now using it as my city bike as well as my camper. I happened to have a couple pair of Jitensha bars around and they were a natural for city riding. The BG stem for drops is a bit too short and low for the Jitenshas. Just sent an order to Bruce for a stem 2 cms longer and a bit higher. I use Nitto Rando bars for touring. On Apr 2, 12:29 pm, Horace max...@sdf.lonestar.org wrote: Very nice looking. Did you use the same length stem? Horace. On Thu, Apr 1, 2010 at 8:22 PM, i.e. ien...@gmail.com wrote: I love my Quickbeam. I've been riding it as a daily commuter in San Francisco since I bought it last fall, with some weekend trips across the bridge and into Marin. The Beam came set-up with noodle bars, which I really like. For most of my riding, though, which involves tearing around the city and hauling groceries, I found myself wanting to try out a more upright position. Enter the Jitensha bars... I loved the Quickbeam before, yeah, but the new bars have taken it to another level altogether. Upright, but still fast feeling with incredible control, even with a loaded front basket. There far enough out that I can still get decent leverage when climbing out of the saddle. Anyway, if you're considering going a little swept back and upright, but don't want to go as far as the albatross bars, I highly recommend giving the Jitensha's a shot. Here're a couple of shots: http://www.flickr.com/photos/gogglz/4483314830/in/set-72157623750965348/ isaac -- 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.comrbw-owners-bunch%2Bunsubscrib �...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.-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. -- 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: Rim / Spoke Cracks... Should I be concerned?
On Mar 27, 1:54 pm, Phil Roberts lugsnst...@gmail.com wrote: Rick, while your rims probably won't fall off anytime soon they should eventually be replaced. Those eyelet cracks are sometimes indicative of an overall tensioning problem with the wheel. I've had eyelets crack from too high tension (on a single-speed with no dish) and I've noticed them on one of my wheels that had too low tension. I also know that some rims are more prone to that. To date I have NOT had that happen to any of my Sun CR18s or Velocity Synergys. Everyone's mileage varies. Agree. Over tensioning spokes is one way to have eyelets crack. I had a rear wheel build by a local shop using Campy Chorus rear hub, Ritchey OCR rear rim and DT db spokes. The wheel had *maybe* 1000 miles on it when I found 2 eyelets cracking. Very disappointing. I'm planning to rebuild with either a Mavic Open Pro, MA2 or a Velocity Aerohead OC rear rim. The other possible way is anodized rim. Jobst stated that rims cracked at the eyelet because of anodizing: http://www.sheldonbrown.com/brandt/anodized-rims.html I had my DA rear hub/Mavic Open Pro Blue rear rim crack too. However, that wheel had been in use for over 10 years, probably 20K miles, with no problem until I found the rim cracking around the eyelets. I suspect it was the anodizing that finally caused the crack. -- 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: Cloth Tape, Twine, Shellac and Vanity
It is indeed yellow tape and amber shellac (I used Bullseye). I have that combo and it is close depending on how much shellac you use. Regardless, if it doesn't match perfectly, it complements perfectly. And yes, looking at the yellow tape you simply cannot imagine it will ever match. But it does. On Apr 1, 1:43 pm, Ryan citizenofmilwau...@gmail.com wrote: Can any of you esteemed group members recommend cloth tape, twine and shellac that would closely match a well used honey Brooks? Yrs., Ryan Post Script: It's not for because I'm vain but for Vanity 6. -- 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: In Praise of Jitensha Bars
Those Ergons are nice. I am using the Portuguese cork grips from Riv. The cork absorbs shellac more than other cork grips. I used a very small amount of Amber shellac and got a real nice color. Of course it took me three sets before achieving this. (I donated the other nice - but not what I wanted - grips to a local not for profit bike shop run by at risk kids. On Apr 2, 1:37 pm, Frederick, Steve frede...@mail.lib.msu.edu wrote: Nice! You know what would look cool on there? Cork Ergon grips, that's what: http://www.ergon-bike.com/us/en/interbike2009-gp1-biokork Steve -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com]on Behalf Of stevep33 Sent: Friday, April 02, 2010 2:30 PM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] Re: In Praise of Jitensha Bars Love the Jitensha bars on my AHH. Mine have Ergon grips and a stem 1cm longer than usual.http://www.flickr.com/photos/27988...@n06/4098948581/ On Apr 2, 1:55 pm, JoelMatthews joelmatth...@mac.com wrote: I like my Rock n' Road so much I am now using it as my city bike as well as my camper. I happened to have a couple pair of Jitensha bars around and they were a natural for city riding. The BG stem for drops is a bit too short and low for the Jitenshas. Just sent an order to Bruce for a stem 2 cms longer and a bit higher. I use Nitto Rando bars for touring. On Apr 2, 12:29 pm, Horace max...@sdf.lonestar.org wrote: Very nice looking. Did you use the same length stem? Horace. On Thu, Apr 1, 2010 at 8:22 PM, i.e. ien...@gmail.com wrote: I love my Quickbeam. I've been riding it as a daily commuter in San Francisco since I bought it last fall, with some weekend trips across the bridge and into Marin. The Beam came set-up with noodle bars, which I really like. For most of my riding, though, which involves tearing around the city and hauling groceries, I found myself wanting to try out a more upright position. Enter the Jitensha bars... I loved the Quickbeam before, yeah, but the new bars have taken it to another level altogether. Upright, but still fast feeling with incredible control, even with a loaded front basket. There far enough out that I can still get decent leverage when climbing out of the saddle. Anyway, if you're considering going a little swept back and upright, but don't want to go as far as the albatross bars, I highly recommend giving the Jitensha's a shot. Here're a couple of shots: http://www.flickr.com/photos/gogglz/4483314830/in/set-72157623750965348/ isaac -- 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.comrbw-owners-bunch%2Bunsubscrib �...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.-Hidequoted 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 athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.- 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] Chrome Shotwell Knickers
Has anyone tried out the Chrome shotwell knickers? The Swrves are nice but too slim in the thighs for me. I like having a stretchy fabric so Riv MUSA's won't do. I have a pair of Oregon Cyclewear knicks that are fine after I cut out liner, but I'm looking for a grey pair. -- 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: Nexus/CR18 700c wheel and BM lighting
I bought these several years ago and it has hung in my garage ever since. I put it on for a short ride to make sure it works, then let it sit. LIghts are in original packaging and have been in similar storage as well. So much for good intentions. I think I paid $200 plus shipping for it all. Selling it for you today for the recession recovery price of $100 plus shipping (~$30-50). Preference given to anyone that can pick it up locally as I don't have a box for it yet and would have to do some dumpster diving. Pics here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/sets/72157623756293578/ I just put the Pasela tire on that was a take off from my Quickbeam. It's just on there to protect the rim. If you happen to have a WTB Laser or Pure saddle with Ti rails, I wouldn't mind using that for trade. -- 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] Chrome Shotwell Knickers
I haven't tried those but I can recommend Zoic Reign knickers enthusiastically. They're made of a bamboo/cotton blend and have a very nice, light feel. http://www.zoic.com/node/512 I didn't care much for the removable liner, tho...so I removed it! Steve -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com]on Behalf Of Michael_S Sent: Friday, April 02, 2010 3:49 PM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] Chrome Shotwell Knickers Has anyone tried out the Chrome shotwell knickers? The Swrves are nice but too slim in the thighs for me. I like having a stretchy fabric so Riv MUSA's won't do. I have a pair of Oregon Cyclewear knicks that are fine after I cut out liner, but I'm looking for a grey pair. -- 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] Chrome Shotwell Knickers
The Bicycle Fixation knickers, the wool ones, are quite nice and, while not stretchy except for the elastic at the back of the waist, are perfectly roomy yet trim looking. Wool gabardine. I have a pair, but I like my own, home made from Brooks Bros broadcloth, even better; cut, hem, add Velcro at knee. (I do like to keep mine cinched at knee.) On Fri, Apr 2, 2010 at 1:49 PM, Michael_S mikeybi...@rocketmail.com wrote: Has anyone tried out the Chrome shotwell knickers? The Swrves are nice but too slim in the thighs for me. I like having a stretchy fabric so Riv MUSA's won't do. I have a pair of Oregon Cyclewear knicks that are fine after I cut out liner, but I'm looking for a grey pair. -- 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.comrbw-owners-bunch%2bunsubscr...@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: In Praise of Jitensha Bars
Steve, those are fancy-nice indeed! They would look perfect on the Jitensha bars! On Fri, Apr 2, 2010 at 11:37 AM, Frederick, Steve frede...@mail.lib.msu.edu wrote: Nice! You know what would look cool on there? Cork Ergon grips, that's what: http://www.ergon-bike.com/us/en/interbike2009-gp1-biokork Steve -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com]on Behalf Of stevep33 Sent: Friday, April 02, 2010 2:30 PM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] Re: In Praise of Jitensha Bars Love the Jitensha bars on my AHH. Mine have Ergon grips and a stem 1cm longer than usual. http://www.flickr.com/photos/27988...@n06/4098948581/ On Apr 2, 1:55 pm, JoelMatthews joelmatth...@mac.com wrote: I like my Rock n' Road so much I am now using it as my city bike as well as my camper. I happened to have a couple pair of Jitensha bars around and they were a natural for city riding. The BG stem for drops is a bit too short and low for the Jitenshas. Just sent an order to Bruce for a stem 2 cms longer and a bit higher. I use Nitto Rando bars for touring. On Apr 2, 12:29 pm, Horace max...@sdf.lonestar.org wrote: Very nice looking. Did you use the same length stem? Horace. On Thu, Apr 1, 2010 at 8:22 PM, i.e. ien...@gmail.com wrote: I love my Quickbeam. I've been riding it as a daily commuter in San Francisco since I bought it last fall, with some weekend trips across the bridge and into Marin. The Beam came set-up with noodle bars, which I really like. For most of my riding, though, which involves tearing around the city and hauling groceries, I found myself wanting to try out a more upright position. Enter the Jitensha bars... I loved the Quickbeam before, yeah, but the new bars have taken it to another level altogether. Upright, but still fast feeling with incredible control, even with a loaded front basket. There far enough out that I can still get decent leverage when climbing out of the saddle. Anyway, if you're considering going a little swept back and upright, but don't want to go as far as the albatross bars, I highly recommend giving the Jitensha's a shot. Here're a couple of shots: http://www.flickr.com/photos/gogglz/4483314830/in/set-72157623750965348/ isaac -- 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.comrbw-owners-bunch%2bunsubscr...@googlegroups.comrbw-owners-bunch%2Bunsubscrib �...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.-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.comrbw-owners-bunch%2bunsubscr...@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.comrbw-owners-bunch%2bunsubscr...@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] Bars for your new Yves or B Foy
http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_wb8bAl1P-N0/S7XmJiNgm2I/NnI/xLNbdY3Xy6E/s1600/epic+bars.jpg -- 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: Chrome Shotwell Knickers
The new Zoic's are nylon, wich is what I prefer... I'll have to find a pair to try on. The wool BF ones are nice looking but I would prefer synthetic for pants. both are black... trying to branch out a little with grey :~} Thanks for the info. ~Mike~ On Apr 2, 12:58 pm, PATRICK MOORE bertin...@gmail.com wrote: The Bicycle Fixation knickers, the wool ones, are quite nice and, while not stretchy except for the elastic at the back of the waist, are perfectly roomy yet trim looking. Wool gabardine. I have a pair, but I like my own, home made from Brooks Bros broadcloth, even better; cut, hem, add Velcro at knee. (I do like to keep mine cinched at knee.) On Fri, Apr 2, 2010 at 1:49 PM, Michael_S mikeybi...@rocketmail.com wrote: Has anyone tried out the Chrome shotwell knickers? The Swrves are nice but too slim in the thighs for me. I like having a stretchy fabric so Riv MUSA's won't do. I have a pair of Oregon Cyclewear knicks that are fine after I cut out liner, but I'm looking for a grey pair. -- 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.comrbw-owners-bunch%2bunsubscrib...@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- 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: Bars for your new Yves or B Foy
It looks like Seth Brundlefly sent a bicycle and a golfbag through the transporter and this is what came out. On Apr 2, 1:07 pm, PATRICK MOORE bertin...@gmail.com wrote: http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_wb8bAl1P-N0/S7XmJiNgm2I/NnI/xLNbdY3... -- 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: Nexus/CR18 700c wheel and BM lighting
David: would you sell just the lights? Thanks, PAM On Fri, Apr 2, 2010 at 1:54 PM, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: I bought these several years ago and it has hung in my garage ever since. I put it on for a short ride to make sure it works, then let it sit. LIghts are in original packaging and have been in similar storage as well. So much for good intentions. I think I paid $200 plus shipping for it all. Selling it for you today for the recession recovery price of $100 plus shipping (~$30-50). Preference given to anyone that can pick it up locally as I don't have a box for it yet and would have to do some dumpster diving. Pics here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/sets/72157623756293578/ I just put the Pasela tire on that was a take off from my Quickbeam. It's just on there to protect the rim. If you happen to have a WTB Laser or Pure saddle with Ti rails, I wouldn't mind using that for trade. -- 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.comrbw-owners-bunch%2bunsubscr...@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: Cloth Tape, Twine, Shellac and Vanity
6 coats! That's some dedication right there On Apr 1, 9:01 pm, velomann velom...@gmail.com wrote: I've personally done yellow tape and 6 coats of amber shellac (flakes from Velo Orange) and it comes out pretty dang close.http://www.flickr.com/photos/8199...@n04/379930/ Mike On Apr 1, 10:43 am, Ryan citizenofmilwau...@gmail.com wrote: Can any of you esteemed group members recommend cloth tape, twine and shellac that would closely match a well used honey Brooks? Yrs., Ryan Post Script: It's not for because I'm vain but for Vanity 6. -- 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: Nexus/CR18 700c wheel and BM lighting
I need to move it all... wheel isn't so helpful to me without the lights :-) BTW, sale is pending. On Fri, Apr 2, 2010 at 1:16 PM, PATRICK MOORE bertin...@gmail.com wrote: David: would you sell just the lights? Thanks, PAM On Fri, Apr 2, 2010 at 1:54 PM, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.comwrote: I bought these several years ago and it has hung in my garage ever since. I put it on for a short ride to make sure it works, then let it sit. LIghts are in original packaging and have been in similar storage as well. So much for good intentions. I think I paid $200 plus shipping for it all. Selling it for you today for the recession recovery price of $100 plus shipping (~$30-50). Preference given to anyone that can pick it up locally as I don't have a box for it yet and would have to do some dumpster diving. Pics here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/sets/72157623756293578/ I just put the Pasela tire on that was a take off from my Quickbeam. It's just on there to protect the rim. If you happen to have a WTB Laser or Pure saddle with Ti rails, I wouldn't mind using that for trade. -- 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.comrbw-owners-bunch%2bunsubscr...@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.comrbw-owners-bunch%2bunsubscr...@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] Re: Bars for your new Yves or B Foy
That suggestion is a day late. --mike On Apr 2, 1:07 pm, PATRICK MOORE bertin...@gmail.com wrote: http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_wb8bAl1P-N0/S7XmJiNgm2I/NnI/xLNbdY3... -- 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: Chrome Shotwell Knickers
Zoics are really nice as they have 1-2% spandex/lycra in them. I like that a lot in active wear. BTW, their 2010 line is pretty ugly. At least the shorts are. Zippers and designs all over them. Older stuff was simpler and better IMHO. On Fri, Apr 2, 2010 at 1:08 PM, Michael_S mikeybi...@rocketmail.com wrote: The new Zoic's are nylon, wich is what I prefer... I'll have to find a pair to try on. The wool BF ones are nice looking but I would prefer synthetic for pants. both are black... trying to branch out a little with grey :~} Thanks for the info. ~Mike~ On Apr 2, 12:58 pm, PATRICK MOORE bertin...@gmail.com wrote: The Bicycle Fixation knickers, the wool ones, are quite nice and, while not stretchy except for the elastic at the back of the waist, are perfectly roomy yet trim looking. Wool gabardine. I have a pair, but I like my own, home made from Brooks Bros broadcloth, even better; cut, hem, add Velcro at knee. (I do like to keep mine cinched at knee.) On Fri, Apr 2, 2010 at 1:49 PM, Michael_S mikeybi...@rocketmail.com wrote: Has anyone tried out the Chrome shotwell knickers? The Swrves are nice but too slim in the thighs for me. I like having a stretchy fabric so Riv MUSA's won't do. I have a pair of Oregon Cyclewear knicks that are fine after I cut out liner, but I'm looking for a grey pair. -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com . To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.comrbw-owners-bunch%2bunsubscr...@googlegroups.com rbw-owners-bunch%2bunsubscrib...@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- 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.comrbw-owners-bunch%2bunsubscr...@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] Re: FS: Nexus/CR18 700c wheel and BM lighting
SOLD, thanks for the interest On Fri, Apr 2, 2010 at 12:54 PM, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.comwrote: I bought these several years ago and it has hung in my garage ever since. I put it on for a short ride to make sure it works, then let it sit. LIghts are in original packaging and have been in similar storage as well. So much for good intentions. I think I paid $200 plus shipping for it all. Selling it for you today for the recession recovery price of $100 plus shipping (~$30-50). Preference given to anyone that can pick it up locally as I don't have a box for it yet and would have to do some dumpster diving. Pics here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/sets/72157623756293578/ I just put the Pasela tire on that was a take off from my Quickbeam. It's just on there to protect the rim. If you happen to have a WTB Laser or Pure saddle with Ti rails, I wouldn't mind using that for trade. -- 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 -- 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] Re: Simpleone...any more info?
Good news/bad news regarding the SimpleOne. Good news first- it's still on the calender. Bad news- For next Spring. The cost of a big Sam re-order, and the pending Hunqapilliar, make the cost of the SimpleOne prohibitively expensive for 2010, since we are required to pre-pay in full for the frames before they ship. Apologies for the delay. It's going to be great, once we get it. Thank you for your continued interest...and patience. Cheers, John at Rivendell On Apr 2, 10:10 am, cm chrispmur...@hotmail.com wrote: Seems like it has been a bit with no more info on the Simpleone. Anyone out there have any more info? Availability? Dates? Price? Anything at all. Cheers! cm -- 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: Hunqua-decals
That's a pretty obvious deal clincher. Congrats! On Apr 2, 1:28 pm, cm chrispmur...@hotmail.com wrote: Just noticed the double top tube on the H on the decals..in some strange way that totally makes the bike for me. The setup on the 48 looks about perfect--I'll take it. Cheers! cm -- 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] Visualizing Grant's passage on how many bikes
Many of you likely already saw this... but why not post it here? I photographed my bikes and tried to fit them into Gran'ts categories. He *did* provide the justification... http://www.flickr.com/photos/25671...@n02/4482374136/ Esteban San Diego, Calif. -- 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: Visualizing Grant's passage on how many bikes
Good stuff. Really really good stuff All I have now is the touring bike (Hillborne), the lightish road bike (Davidson signature) and the bomber (Bombadil). I live at the top of a super steep hill in El Cerrito, so I sold off all my single speed stuff and there is no freaking way I will run a singlespeed in the forseeable future. I think it's clear I need a Hunqapillar to be a do- all-rack and bag bike and a loaner and the closest thing I run to a beater. Next year it'll be his and hers Betty Foy's, and maybe a Roadeo. On Apr 2, 1:50 pm, Esteban proto...@gmail.com wrote: Many of you likely already saw this... but why not post it here? I photographed my bikes and tried to fit them into Gran'ts categories. He *did* provide the justification... http://www.flickr.com/photos/25671...@n02/4482374136/ Esteban San Diego, Calif. -- 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] The Sony version of the Hunqa videos have been removed from youtube
That's just weak. -- 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] 62cm Orange Quickbeam FS or FT
Hi, folks. Bummer about the SimpleOne not coming out till next year... but... I have an orange 62cm Quickbeam for sale or trade. Does anyone have a nice orange 60 they'd consider trading? Alternatively, if anyone's interested in it, send me an email. I'm off to the Bay Area on Saturday (that's the plan!) and I could bring it up. Asking $1100. Regular QB build... but with Mavic MA3 rims, White Industries 17/19 cog, SKS fenders and MKS pedals. I'll keep the saddle and Mini front rack. The Zugster is not for sale - the wait list is 3 years!!! I'd prefer to sell it locally (So Cal or Bay Area)... but welcome offers or inquires from around the country! http://www.flickr.com/photos/25671...@n02/4136584724/sizes/l/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/25671...@n02/4274981818/sizes/l/ Really lovely bicycle. I love it, but its too big. Esteban San Diego, Calif. -- 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: Rim / Spoke Cracks... Should I be concerned?
Crashing on chip seal really sucks! On a recent club ride here in East Texas someone overlapped wheels on a section of new, smooth asphalt and went down. Before he had even stopped sliding one of the club elders declared at least it wasn't chip seal! Angus you should only be concerned if you consider it bothersome to slide on chip seal at 30 mph in bicycle shorts. On Mar 27, 3:52 pm, happyriding happyrid...@yahoo.com wrote: ...you should only be concerned if you consider it bothersome to slide on chip seal at 30 mph in bicycle shorts. -- 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] 52cm Bombadil for sale
OK, this is in response to my trade posting. I have had several inquiries about selling outright so I wanted to address that possibility here. My ultimate goal is end up with another bike whether that be building a new frame with these parts, or some variation. Since my end point is a 700c bike, the frame and wheels of the Bombadil are obviously the first order of biz. The balance of the components I would be happy to keep, sell, trade or some mix thereof. I also have the new style XT parts that I built the bike with originally that I have no plans for. That said there would be some room for mix and match. At a bare minimum I would need to move the following: Frame / Fork / Headset / Rich built LX/Synergy wheels with Pacenti Quasi-moto 2.1's and lets say a steel albatross, or alloy moustache bar thrown in- $1950 shipped? Aside from that, what do you need/want...lets figure it out. Drop me a line if you have ideas. Thanks again, Brad hbclick at yahoo dot 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: 62cm Orange Quickbeam FS or FT
It's too big for me, too. I'll give you this free bump to the top of the board in exchange for a question answered: I see you are running a 'handlebar bag' on the rack without a decaleur. How does that work for you? I have a couple front bags that I think were built with a decaleur in mind, but I haven't gotten around to setting them up. It never occurred to me to just try using them without a decaleur at all. I already have the Nitto Mini front. Should I just run it and be happy? The bags have a leather strap to wrap around the upright loop of the Nitto Mini. They also have straps to lash to the platform. Maybe a decaleur would just be redundant On Apr 2, 4:12 pm, Esteban proto...@gmail.com wrote: Hi, folks. Bummer about the SimpleOne not coming out till next year... but... I have an orange 62cm Quickbeam for sale or trade. Does anyone have a nice orange 60 they'd consider trading? Alternatively, if anyone's interested in it, send me an email. I'm off to the Bay Area on Saturday (that's the plan!) and I could bring it up. Asking $1100. Regular QB build... but with Mavic MA3 rims, White Industries 17/19 cog, SKS fenders and MKS pedals. I'll keep the saddle and Mini front rack. The Zugster is not for sale - the wait list is 3 years!!! I'd prefer to sell it locally (So Cal or Bay Area)... but welcome offers or inquires from around the country! http://www.flickr.com/photos/25671...@n02/4136584724/sizes/l/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/25671...@n02/4274981818/sizes/l/ Really lovely bicycle. I love it, but its too big. Esteban San Diego, Calif. -- 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: Chrome Shotwell Knickers
Haven't tried them recently. Did try a pair last year. Too stretchy for my taste. Especially as I have fat thighs. For reference, I can wear MUSA knickers in L, but they are eversoslightly tight in the thighs. XL are better, but the waist is looser. Eric Platt St. Paul, MN On Apr 2, 2:49�pm, Michael_S mikeybi...@rocketmail.com wrote: Has anyone tried out the Chrome shotwell knickers? �The Swrves are nice but too slim in the thighs for me. I like having a stretchy fabric so Riv MUSA's won't do. I have a pair of Oregon Cyclewear knicks that are fine after I cut out liner, but I'm looking for a grey pair. -- 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: Visualizing Grant's passage on how many bikes
A beautiful selection. If I didn't have a Hunqa on order, would have been very tempted by the Q-beam. Then again, my bikes overlap. Except the folder. Which also may go up for sale in the future. Eric Platt St. Paul, MN On Apr 2, 3:50�pm, Esteban proto...@gmail.com wrote: Many of you likely already saw this... but why not post it here? �I photographed my bikes and tried to fit them into Gran'ts categories. He *did* provide the justification... http://www.flickr.com/photos/25671...@n02/4482374136/ Esteban San Diego, Calif. -- 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 Orange Quickbeam FS or FT
Are you sure that isn't a 64cm frame? It looks like a 64. On Apr 2, 7:12 pm, Esteban proto...@gmail.com wrote: Hi, folks. Bummer about the SimpleOne not coming out till next year... but... I have an orange 62cm Quickbeam for sale or trade. Does anyone have a nice orange 60 they'd consider trading? Alternatively, if anyone's interested in it, send me an email. I'm off to the Bay Area on Saturday (that's the plan!) and I could bring it up. Asking $1100. Regular QB build... but with Mavic MA3 rims, White Industries 17/19 cog, SKS fenders and MKS pedals. I'll keep the saddle and Mini front rack. The Zugster is not for sale - the wait list is 3 years!!! I'd prefer to sell it locally (So Cal or Bay Area)... but welcome offers or inquires from around the country! http://www.flickr.com/photos/25671...@n02/4136584724/sizes/l/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/25671...@n02/4274981818/sizes/l/ Really lovely bicycle. I love it, but its too big. Esteban San Diego, Calif. -- 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: In Praise of Jitensha Bars
I'm a big boy. On Apr 2, 8:57 am, Frederick, Steve frede...@mail.lib.msu.edu wrote: Holy smokes, did your gran'pa leave you that saddle? Looks like it has 1.7 milllion miles on it... Nice bike! Steve -- 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: In Praise of Jitensha Bars
I did use the same stem, but lowered it several cm. It's 110mm and the frame is a 64. On Apr 2, 10:29 am, Horace max...@sdf.lonestar.org wrote: Very nice looking. Did you use the same length stem? Horace. -- 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] Another Pepin ride
Okay, so Jim got to do all the fun stuff last weekend. But April 1st was predicted to be silly warm and windy in Minnesota and Wisconsin. High temp predicted to be 80. Took the day off work, grabbed the Sam Hillborne, and decided to do the shorter version of Jim's ride. Didn't do his ride due to many factors, including their speed and the fact I had a gig that day. Ended up having a fine time by myself. Per Jim's suggestion, took one of the detours. Hill Rd is truly an understatement. At one point was in my lowest gear and still wondering if I could make it up. Having done about 65 miles at that point didn't help. The downhill was worth it, though. The Hillborne handled everything with aplomb. The 700x40 tires were quite good on the unpaved section. Still zippy feeling on the pavement. Even when totally exhausted, the bike behaved beautifully. Drops were high enough that it wasn't too much of a chore to do a couple of miles at a time in the hooks. That's not something that could have happened a couple of years ago. Enough of that, here are some photos. http://tinyurl.com/yjzdhkf 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: Ventura Ride Tomorow
On Apr 2, 6:48 pm, rperks perks@gmail.com wrote: I know the notice is really short, but I figured I would put this out there for any that may be in the Ventura area tomorrow, and have not seen the discussion on Flickr. We have a small group getting together around 9:30 AM or so to ride a loop from Ventura up and over Sulphur Mtn, through Ojai and back to Ventura. More info can bee found here, maps, directions, etc. http://www.flickr.com/groups/socal_rivendell_bicycle_appreciation_soc... Beautiful area. I wish I could be there. Have fun. -- 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] Its a 64! QB for sale!
Oh, sh*t! It is a 64! How embarrassing. Clearly, I don't ride the bike very much... and I've been taking the Riv fit a bit too seriously. OK! 64cm for sale. Asking $1K without the DOS freewheel (with the standard 18t on there). Email offers, tall ladies and gents. Esteban Oblivious in San Diego, Calif. On Apr 2, 6:09 pm, newenglandbike matthiasbe...@gmail.com wrote: Are you sure that isn't a 64cm frame? It looks like a 64. On Apr 2, 7:12 pm, Esteban proto...@gmail.com wrote: Hi, folks. Bummer about the SimpleOne not coming out till next year... but... I have an orange 62cm Quickbeam for sale or trade. Does anyone have a nice orange 60 they'd consider trading? Alternatively, if anyone's interested in it, send me an email. I'm off to the Bay Area on Saturday (that's the plan!) and I could bring it up. Asking $1100. Regular QB build... but with Mavic MA3 rims, White Industries 17/19 cog, SKS fenders and MKS pedals. I'll keep the saddle and Mini front rack. The Zugster is not for sale - the wait list is 3 years!!! I'd prefer to sell it locally (So Cal or Bay Area)... but welcome offers or inquires from around the country! http://www.flickr.com/photos/25671...@n02/4136584724/sizes/l/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/25671...@n02/4274981818/sizes/l/ Really lovely bicycle. I love it, but its too big. Esteban San Diego, Calif. -- 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: Visualizing Grant's passage on how many bikes
On Apr 2, 2:50 pm, Esteban proto...@gmail.com wrote: Many of you likely already saw this... but why not post it here? I photographed my bikes and tried to fit them into Gran'ts categories. He *did* provide the justification... I love that quote from Grant. Hilarious! http://www.flickr.com/photos/25671...@n02/4482374136/ I don't see individual pictures for each bike? Your blue bike with the brown leather(?) handlebars and saddle is one of the most beautiful bikes I've ever seen. I would love to see individual pictures of the others. Also for the ignorant, the manufacturer and model for each bike would be informative. And this looks like cycling nirvana: http://www.flickr.com/photos/25671...@n02/4340085320/in/set-72157623251904639/ Esteban San Diego, Calif. -- 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: Visualizing Grant's passage on how many bikes
I've added a legend. Repeated here, with interesting parenthetical notes, clockwise: 64cm (! - just found that out) Riv Quickbeam (FOR SALE!) L Rawland Sogn L Bike Friday Tikit (FS, too!) 59cm Rivendell Romulus 62cm Rivendell/Nobilette Custom Protovelo (FS, frame/fork , probably after paint) 61cm Kogswell P/R Esteban San Diego, Calif. On Apr 2, 7:11 pm, happyriding happyrid...@yahoo.com wrote: On Apr 2, 2:50 pm, Esteban proto...@gmail.com wrote: Many of you likely already saw this... but why not post it here? I photographed my bikes and tried to fit them into Gran'ts categories. He *did* provide the justification... I love that quote from Grant. Hilarious! http://www.flickr.com/photos/25671...@n02/4482374136/ I don't see individual pictures for each bike? Your blue bike with the brown leather(?) handlebars and saddle is one of the most beautiful bikes I've ever seen. I would love to see individual pictures of the others. Also for the ignorant, the manufacturer and model for each bike would be informative. And this looks like cycling nirvana: http://www.flickr.com/photos/25671...@n02/4340085320/in/set-721576232... Esteban San Diego, Calif. -- 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: Visualizing Grant's passage on how many bikes
BTW, here's the Romulus: http://www.flickr.com/photos/25671...@n02/4478951747/sizes/l/ -esteban On Apr 2, 7:27 pm, Esteban proto...@gmail.com wrote: I've added a legend. Repeated here, with interesting parenthetical notes, clockwise: 64cm (! - just found that out) Riv Quickbeam (FOR SALE!) L Rawland Sogn L Bike Friday Tikit (FS, too!) 59cm Rivendell Romulus 62cm Rivendell/Nobilette Custom Protovelo (FS, frame/fork , probably after paint) 61cm Kogswell P/R Esteban San Diego, Calif. On Apr 2, 7:11 pm, happyriding happyrid...@yahoo.com wrote: On Apr 2, 2:50 pm, Esteban proto...@gmail.com wrote: Many of you likely already saw this... but why not post it here? I photographed my bikes and tried to fit them into Gran'ts categories. He *did* provide the justification... I love that quote from Grant. Hilarious! http://www.flickr.com/photos/25671...@n02/4482374136/ I don't see individual pictures for each bike? Your blue bike with the brown leather(?) handlebars and saddle is one of the most beautiful bikes I've ever seen. I would love to see individual pictures of the others. Also for the ignorant, the manufacturer and model for each bike would be informative. And this looks like cycling nirvana: http://www.flickr.com/photos/25671...@n02/4340085320/in/set-721576232... Esteban San Diego, Calif. -- 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: Trade my 52 Bombadil for your 57 AHH?
After spending a bunch of time comparing geometries and build options...I am going to forgo the cantilever requirement as the AHH seems to have the closest mix of what I want. I can still get a fat tire in there, so all is good. If you are interested let me know. I have also posted up info for direct sale as requested. -- 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: Bleriot .. how/if to transform.
Ok.. I've tried the bars high, low, etc.. i think i'm just built wrong for this bike. iIt's a 59cm and i'm 5'11, but with a phb of only about 84. and i'm north of 200lbs, so the whole setup remains a bit top and forward heavy, which contributes to the twitchfactor. i have another set of bullmooses, but that'd pretty much just duplicate my Sam, if a wee bit diff with the 650Bs. before i start swapping out various quills, and bars to find a good fit that doesn't just overlap the SH... anyone got a silver or red Quickbeam about the same size they want to trade for? or a Bomba? :) lots of pics here: http://salamander.net/stage/Bleriot/ the thing is immaculate, and has noodle bars, brooks / nitto rack, stem, etc, as one would expect. only problems is a streaky shellac job. :) cheers, andrew (in Los Angeles) -- 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: In Praise of Jitensha Bars
I have Jitensha bars with the PDW Dapper Dan leather ergo grips on them. So friggin comfortable. On Apr 2, 9:21 pm, i.e. ien...@gmail.com wrote: I did use the same stem, but lowered it several cm. It's 110mm and the frame is a 64. On Apr 2, 10:29 am, Horace max...@sdf.lonestar.org wrote: Very nice looking. Did you use the same length stem? Horace. -- 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: Its a 64! QB for sale!
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[RBW] Re: Its a 64! QB for sale!
Fingers. Hop off, release the wheel, slide it forward, move the chain over with one's digits, tension the wheel, brakes stay aligned a-la QB design, and you got yourself a touring 2-speed. Esteban On Apr 2, 8:08 pm, happyriding happyrid...@yahoo.com wrote: How do you change gears on a Quickbeam? -- 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: Its a 64! QB for sale!
I was going to stay stand up while pedaling. On Fri, Apr 2, 2010 at 8:11 PM, Esteban proto...@gmail.com wrote: Fingers. Hop off, release the wheel, slide it forward, move the chain over with one's digits, tension the wheel, brakes stay aligned a-la QB design, and you got yourself a touring 2-speed. Esteban On Apr 2, 8:08 pm, happyriding happyrid...@yahoo.com wrote: How do you change gears on a Quickbeam? -- 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.comrbw-owners-bunch%2bunsubscr...@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] Re: Its a 64! QB for sale!
I was trying to be helpful... since I'm SELLING something! :) Esteban San Diego, Calif. On Apr 2, 8:17 pm, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: I was going to stay stand up while pedaling. On Fri, Apr 2, 2010 at 8:11 PM, Esteban proto...@gmail.com wrote: Fingers. Hop off, release the wheel, slide it forward, move the chain over with one's digits, tension the wheel, brakes stay aligned a-la QB design, and you got yourself a touring 2-speed. Esteban On Apr 2, 8:08 pm, happyriding happyrid...@yahoo.com wrote: How do you change gears on a Quickbeam? -- 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.comrbw-owners-bunch%2Bunsubscrib 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.
[RBW] Re: Its a 64! QB for sale!
On Apr 2, 9:11 pm, Esteban proto...@gmail.com wrote: Fingers. Hop off, release the wheel, slide it forward, move the chain over with one's digits, tension the wheel, brakes stay aligned a-la QB design, and you got yourself a touring 2-speed. Is there also also a cog on the non-drive train side of the rear wheel? -- 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: do Rivendell memberships apply to frame purchases?
That is the way it has worked for me, I think there is a shipping kickback too depending on the $$ and... http://www.rivbike.com/products/show/membership-join-sign-up/24-042 like they said too, it works out to be a pretty good deal if you are getting a frame or more - Rob On Apr 2, 8:31 pm, happyriding happyrid...@yahoo.com wrote: Hi, If you buy an Atlantis frame for $2k and a Rivendell membership, do you get a $100 merchandise credit at the end of the year? -- 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: Its a 64! QB for sale!
Oh, my bad. :-) On Fri, Apr 2, 2010 at 8:33 PM, Esteban proto...@gmail.com wrote: I was trying to be helpful... since I'm SELLING something! :) Esteban San Diego, Calif. On Apr 2, 8:17 pm, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: I was going to stay stand up while pedaling. On Fri, Apr 2, 2010 at 8:11 PM, Esteban proto...@gmail.com wrote: Fingers. Hop off, release the wheel, slide it forward, move the chain over with one's digits, tension the wheel, brakes stay aligned a-la QB design, and you got yourself a touring 2-speed. Esteban On Apr 2, 8:08 pm, happyriding happyrid...@yahoo.com wrote: How do you change gears on a Quickbeam? -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com . To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.comrbw-owners-bunch%2bunsubscr...@googlegroups.comrbw-owners-bunch%2Bunsubscrib 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.comrbw-owners-bunch%2bunsubscr...@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] Re: Its a 64! QB for sale!
There's an 18t on the other side. Ignore the man in the floppy hat cutting dangerously on the inside: http://www.flickr.com/photos/25671...@n02/4469484509/ Esteban San Diego, Calif. On Apr 2, 8:52 pm, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: Oh, my bad. :-) On Fri, Apr 2, 2010 at 8:33 PM, Esteban proto...@gmail.com wrote: I was trying to be helpful... since I'm SELLING something! :) Esteban San Diego, Calif. On Apr 2, 8:17 pm, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: I was going to stay stand up while pedaling. On Fri, Apr 2, 2010 at 8:11 PM, Esteban proto...@gmail.com wrote: Fingers. Hop off, release the wheel, slide it forward, move the chain over with one's digits, tension the wheel, brakes stay aligned a-la QB design, and you got yourself a touring 2-speed. Esteban On Apr 2, 8:08 pm, happyriding happyrid...@yahoo.com wrote: How do you change gears on a Quickbeam? -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com . To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.comrbw-owners-bunch%2Bunsubscrib e...@googlegroups.comrbw-owners-bunch%2Bunsubscrib 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.comrbw-owners-bunch%2Bunsubscrib 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] Re: Its a 64! QB for sale!
And I must say I miss my Quickbeam! Just thinking today how much I would like to ride it. On Fri, Apr 2, 2010 at 8:56 PM, Esteban proto...@gmail.com wrote: There's an 18t on the other side. Ignore the man in the floppy hat cutting dangerously on the inside: http://www.flickr.com/photos/25671...@n02/4469484509/ Esteban San Diego, Calif. On Apr 2, 8:52 pm, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: Oh, my bad. :-) On Fri, Apr 2, 2010 at 8:33 PM, Esteban proto...@gmail.com wrote: I was trying to be helpful... since I'm SELLING something! :) Esteban San Diego, Calif. On Apr 2, 8:17 pm, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: I was going to stay stand up while pedaling. On Fri, Apr 2, 2010 at 8:11 PM, Esteban proto...@gmail.com wrote: Fingers. Hop off, release the wheel, slide it forward, move the chain over with one's digits, tension the wheel, brakes stay aligned a-la QB design, and you got yourself a touring 2-speed. Esteban On Apr 2, 8:08 pm, happyriding happyrid...@yahoo.com wrote: How do you change gears on a Quickbeam? -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com . To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.comrbw-owners-bunch%2bunsubscr...@googlegroups.comrbw-owners-bunch%2Bunsubscrib e...@googlegroups.comrbw-owners-bunch%2Bunsubscrib 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-bunch@googlegroups.com . To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.comrbw-owners-bunch%2bunsubscr...@googlegroups.comrbw-owners-bunch%2Bunsubscrib 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.comrbw-owners-bunch%2bunsubscr...@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] Re: Bleriot .. how/if to transform.
That should have been off list of course. I am sorry. Should not be emailing at this late hour. -jb On Fri, Apr 2, 2010 at 11:08 PM, John Blish jbl...@gmail.com wrote: Hi Andrew, I have followed this thread and I don't know the answer to your question about why it feels twitchy, but I know what twitchy feels like from another bike I used to have. It does not provide a confident feeling in situations where confidence is helpful. I am writing because I have a 58 QuickBeam that I might want to trade. Just to let you know I am thinking about it. I would not have any decision for at least a couple of days and my guess is that I probably should keep my QuickBeam. Also, my QuickBeam is green - one of the original ones, but in excellent shape. The reason I need a couple of days is because I need to put different tires on the QB and ride it a bit to make a decision. Until I do that I won't have any decision. If I get closer to wanting to trade I will send current pics of the QB. For now, there is an old one attached. The bike is in excellent condition with a green Brooks B17 Special and all original except for new brake pads. When I change the tires it will have its original size 700 x 32 Pasela Panaracers on it but not the original tires. I have Pasela 35s on it now as an experiment. I had fenders on it at one time but there are no fenders now. It has the Nitto Noodle drop bars that came with it. It is not twitchy for me. I am kind of the opposite of what I think you said you are. I have long legs and a relatively short torso and am about your height - maybe just a bit shorter, like less than an inch difference. Don't mean to mislead you or give false hope but I am thinking about it. If green is not your thing please let me know. I see you specified the other QB colors. John On Fri, Apr 2, 2010 at 10:05 PM, andrew hill neurod...@gmail.com wrote: Ok.. I've tried the bars high, low, etc.. i think i'm just built wrong for this bike. iIt's a 59cm and i'm 5'11, but with a phb of only about 84. and i'm north of 200lbs, so the whole setup remains a bit top and forward heavy, which contributes to the twitchfactor. i have another set of bullmooses, but that'd pretty much just duplicate my Sam, if a wee bit diff with the 650Bs. before i start swapping out various quills, and bars to find a good fit that doesn't just overlap the SH... anyone got a silver or red Quickbeam about the same size they want to trade for? or a Bomba? :) lots of pics here: http://salamander.net/stage/Bleriot/ the thing is immaculate, and has noodle bars, brooks / nitto rack, stem, etc, as one would expect. only problems is a streaky shellac job. :) cheers, andrew (in Los Angeles) -- 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.comrbw-owners-bunch%2bunsubscr...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- John Blish Minneapolis MN USA -- John Blish Minneapolis MN USA -- 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: front bag with bar-end shifters?
I've got the VO front rack, the Acorn bag, and bar end shifters on my Bleriot. No problems at all. On Mar 31, 6:28 pm, LF fie...@gmail.com wrote: On Mar 31, 12:55 am, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote: Larry, I use a Berthoud HB bag supported by a Mark's rack on my Hilsen with BE shifters and it works fine. Mike, Thanks much. Very nice bike. Best, Larry -- 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] Its a 64! QB for sale!
haha, what an iBOB faux-paus! :-P yous are in the San Francisco? or the east-bay-Beast? i'd be up for a ride manana (SAT), but regrettably seem to have blown the bike budget for the, er, uh year...? no hunqas for me in the near future, either... =- Joe Bunik Walnut Creek, CA On 4/2/10, Esteban proto...@gmail.com wrote: Oh, sh*t! It is a 64! How embarrassing. Clearly, I don't ride the bike very much... and I've been taking the Riv fit a bit too seriously. OK! 64cm for sale. Asking $1K without the DOS freewheel (with the standard 18t on there). Email offers, tall ladies and gents. Esteban Oblivious in San Diego, Calif. On Apr 2, 6:09 pm, newenglandbike matthiasbe...@gmail.com wrote: Are you sure that isn't a 64cm frame? It looks like a 64. On Apr 2, 7:12 pm, Esteban proto...@gmail.com wrote: Hi, folks. Bummer about the SimpleOne not coming out till next year... but... I have an orange 62cm Quickbeam for sale or trade. Does anyone have a nice orange 60 they'd consider trading? Alternatively, if anyone's interested in it, send me an email. I'm off to the Bay Area on Saturday (that's the plan!) and I could bring it up. Asking $1100. Regular QB build... but with Mavic MA3 rims, White Industries 17/19 cog, SKS fenders and MKS pedals. I'll keep the saddle and Mini front rack. The Zugster is not for sale - the wait list is 3 years!!! I'd prefer to sell it locally (So Cal or Bay Area)... but welcome offers or inquires from around the country! http://www.flickr.com/photos/25671...@n02/4136584724/sizes/l/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/25671...@n02/4274981818/sizes/l/ Really lovely bicycle. I love it, but its too big. Esteban San Diego, Calif. -- 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: do Rivendell memberships apply to frame purchases?
On Apr 2, 9:42 pm, rperks perks@gmail.com wrote: That is the way it has worked for me, I think there is a shipping kickback too depending on the $$ and... http://www.rivbike.com/products/show/membership-join-sign-up/24-042 like they said too, it works out to be a pretty good deal if you are getting a frame or more - Rob If you buy a membership for 2010 does it matter when you buy it? For instance, let's say you end up buying a lot of stuff between Jan and June, then you buy a membership in July. Do you get credit for all the previously purchased things for the year? -- 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: Its a 64! QB for sale!
Joe... I'll be in the Beast Bay. Martinez. We're driving up tomorrow. I might stop by Riv HQ in the afternoon. Send me an email if you're poking around. I wonder if there's a good market up there and if its worth bringing the QB up to get a local sale. Are there tall people up there? Esteban On Apr 2, 9:41 pm, Joe Bunik jbu...@gmail.com wrote: haha, what an iBOB faux-paus! :-P yous are in the San Francisco? or the east-bay-Beast? i'd be up for a ride manana (SAT), but regrettably seem to have blown the bike budget for the, er, uh year...? no hunqas for me in the near future, either... =- Joe Bunik Walnut Creek, CA On 4/2/10, Esteban proto...@gmail.com wrote: Oh, sh*t! It is a 64! How embarrassing. Clearly, I don't ride the bike very much... and I've been taking the Riv fit a bit too seriously. OK! 64cm for sale. Asking $1K without the DOS freewheel (with the standard 18t on there). Email offers, tall ladies and gents. Esteban Oblivious in San Diego, Calif. On Apr 2, 6:09 pm, newenglandbike matthiasbe...@gmail.com wrote: Are you sure that isn't a 64cm frame? It looks like a 64. On Apr 2, 7:12 pm, Esteban proto...@gmail.com wrote: Hi, folks. Bummer about the SimpleOne not coming out till next year... but... I have an orange 62cm Quickbeam for sale or trade. Does anyone have a nice orange 60 they'd consider trading? Alternatively, if anyone's interested in it, send me an email. I'm off to the Bay Area on Saturday (that's the plan!) and I could bring it up. Asking $1100. Regular QB build... but with Mavic MA3 rims, White Industries 17/19 cog, SKS fenders and MKS pedals. I'll keep the saddle and Mini front rack. The Zugster is not for sale - the wait list is 3 years!!! I'd prefer to sell it locally (So Cal or Bay Area)... but welcome offers or inquires from around the country! http://www.flickr.com/photos/25671...@n02/4136584724/sizes/l/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/25671...@n02/4274981818/sizes/l/ Really lovely bicycle. I love it, but its too big. Esteban San Diego, Calif. -- 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: do Rivendell memberships apply to frame purchases?
I don't think so. I think you only get the rebate on stuff that is purchased while you're an active member. And yes, frames purchases do get figured into your year-end rebate. --mike On Apr 2, 9:43 pm, happyriding happyrid...@yahoo.com wrote: On Apr 2, 9:42 pm, rperks perks@gmail.com wrote: That is the way it has worked for me, I think there is a shipping kickback too depending on the $$ and... http://www.rivbike.com/products/show/membership-join-sign-up/24-042 like they said too, it works out to be a pretty good deal if you are getting a frame or more - Rob If you buy a membership for 2010 does it matter when you buy it? For instance, let's say you end up buying a lot of stuff between Jan and June, then you buy a membership in July. Do you get credit for all the previously purchased things for the year? -- 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: Its a 64! QB for sale!
Esteban, C'mon, we Norcals are all 6'+ in stature, you know that. Either way, bring yer QB (or no), but- bring along something with two wheels, regardless! When do you think you'll be here (2040 N. Main)? Impromptu Riv-ride(+friends, lurkers, hangers-on), anyone? =- Joe On 4/2/10, Esteban proto...@gmail.com wrote: Joe... I'll be in the Beast Bay. Martinez. We're driving up tomorrow. I might stop by Riv HQ in the afternoon. Send me an email if you're poking around. I wonder if there's a good market up there and if its worth bringing the QB up to get a local sale. Are there tall people up there? Esteban On Apr 2, 9:41 pm, Joe Bunik jbu...@gmail.com wrote: haha, what an iBOB faux-paus! :-P yous are in the San Francisco? or the east-bay-Beast? i'd be up for a ride manana (SAT), but regrettably seem to have blown the bike budget for the, er, uh year...? no hunqas for me in the near future, either... =- Joe Bunik Walnut Creek, CA On 4/2/10, Esteban proto...@gmail.com wrote: Oh, sh*t! It is a 64! How embarrassing. Clearly, I don't ride the bike very much... and I've been taking the Riv fit a bit too seriously. OK! 64cm for sale. Asking $1K without the DOS freewheel (with the standard 18t on there). Email offers, tall ladies and gents. Esteban Oblivious in San Diego, Calif. On Apr 2, 6:09 pm, newenglandbike matthiasbe...@gmail.com wrote: Are you sure that isn't a 64cm frame? It looks like a 64. On Apr 2, 7:12 pm, Esteban proto...@gmail.com wrote: Hi, folks. Bummer about the SimpleOne not coming out till next year... but... I have an orange 62cm Quickbeam for sale or trade. Does anyone have a nice orange 60 they'd consider trading? Alternatively, if anyone's interested in it, send me an email. I'm off to the Bay Area on Saturday (that's the plan!) and I could bring it up. Asking $1100. Regular QB build... but with Mavic MA3 rims, White Industries 17/19 cog, SKS fenders and MKS pedals. I'll keep the saddle and Mini front rack. The Zugster is not for sale - the wait list is 3 years!!! I'd prefer to sell it locally (So Cal or Bay Area)... but welcome offers or inquires from around the country! http://www.flickr.com/photos/25671...@n02/4136584724/sizes/l/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/25671...@n02/4274981818/sizes/l/ Really lovely bicycle. I love it, but its too big. Esteban San Diego, Calif. -- 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. -- 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: Visualizing Grant's passage on how many bikes
You know, the best thing about the n+1 formula is you don't have to keep track of what n is. On Apr 2, 3:52 pm, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: Good stuff. Really really good stuff All I have now is the touring bike (Hillborne), the lightish road bike (Davidson signature) and the bomber (Bombadil). I live at the top of a super steep hill in El Cerrito, so I sold off all my single speed stuff and there is no freaking way I will run a singlespeed in the forseeable future. I think it's clear I need a Hunqapillar to be a do- all-rack and bag bike and a loaner and the closest thing I run to a beater. Next year it'll be his and hers Betty Foy's, and maybe a Roadeo. On Apr 2, 1:50 pm, Esteban proto...@gmail.com wrote: Many of you likely already saw this... but why not post it here? I photographed my bikes and tried to fit them into Gran'ts categories. He *did* provide the justification... http://www.flickr.com/photos/25671...@n02/4482374136/ Esteban San Diego, Calif. -- 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: Rambouillet white out!
I ordered my bag in January so it's a couple months old. It's tan with the single strap across the top, 2 holes for the strap/buckle to pass through. Looks the same as http://www.flickr.com/photos/natan/4400788086/in/set-72157623013628085/ -- 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: Cloth Tape, Twine, Shellac and Vanity
I've found that there's also variation in the honey color of the saddle itself. Just recently I tried orange cloth tape underneath with 6 coats of Bullseye amber and the final tone was very close to a darker honey seat that I have. I've used both amber Bullseye and Velo flakes on yellow cloth tape and synthetic cork tape and they are a good match for lighter seats. I agree on the 5-6 coats. Also, amber over kelly green is a good match for the british green brooks. Also, for twining, waxed irish linen in 3-ply or 5-ply comes in many colors and takes the shellack well. -- 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: Visualizing Grant's passage on how many bikes
Sweet bicycles. /envy On Apr 2, 1:50 pm, Esteban proto...@gmail.com wrote: Many of you likely already saw this... but why not post it here? I photographed my bikes and tried to fit them into Gran'ts categories. He *did* provide the justification... http://www.flickr.com/photos/25671...@n02/4482374136/ Esteban San Diego, Calif. -- 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: Another Pepin ride
Lake Pepin is truly a remarkable place to ride and it's nice to see it getting some air time here on this forum. I've ridden around it three times, all as two-day jaunts during the Lake Pepin 3-Speed Tour, in 2006, 2007, and 2008. In 2007 I blazed a dirt road alternate to part of the Day Two route, which became the main route for that stretch thereafter. This started a trend and other quasi Rough Riding alternatives have been added, at least unofficially. You can see my pix and videos from 2008 here, and once in there you'll find links to my 2006 and 2007 pix and reports. http://www.adventurecorps.com/chronicles/2008/2008pepin.html Here's the blurp I wrote about it at the time: Imagine a two-day cycling event which doesn’t allow Lycra, requires no training (but lots of good attitude) and features riders in 1930s era “street” clothing who stop at every single scenic overlook, roadside historical marker, and café they encounter, while riding old British 3- speed bikes that are commonly seen offered for a few bucks in garage sales. This is the Lake Pepin 3-Speed Tour and it’s the coolest, most fun, most enjoyable, and perhaps the most thought-provoking bicycle event I’ve ever attended. The sixth annual edition was held May 17-18, 2008 and I rode it with my girlfriend Elizabeth, her sister Alison, and bro-in-law Dave. It was my third Pepin Tour, Elizabeth's second, and Alison Dave's first. According to the ride website, “The Lake Pepin 3-Speed Tour is based on cycle touring in pre-war England. It was a gentlemanly time; few people owned a car and recreation based on automobiles was extremely limited. To get away for the weekend they would pack a few things, mount up and head to the country. Most every farmstead had refreshments or a room to rent, every little village had a family-run restaurant; just look for the ‘Cyclist Teas’ or ‘CTC Recommended’ sign. It’s a romantic image to be sure but firmly based in reality.” The spirit of the “gentleman cyclist” runs strong through the organizers of this event, Jon Sharratt, the “Shirt-Tail Organizer,” and Noel Robinson, the founder. For the third year in a row, Jon and Noel offered to loan classic 3-speed bicycles to our entire group. That amazing generousity once again confirmed for us that the whimsical attitude featured on their website is not just their Internet persona, but an authentic way of life. The route of this two-day event features a 75-mile, clockwise circumnavigation of Lake Pepin, a stretch of the Mississippi River which is wide and distinctive enough to merit the “lake” appellation. City dwellers need go no farther than this if they seek romantic solitude, wrote panorama artist Henry Lewis in 1848. One can not imagine a more lovely expanse of water than Lake Pepin in quiet, clear weather. So said one of the many roadside historical markers along the route, and I couldn’t agree more. - Chris Kostman La Jolla, CA http://www.XO-1.org PS We still have a few of both types of 3-Speed Adventure Society hats floating around, if anyone is interested (we had some of those made for the 2007 edition, as I recall). -- 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 Orange Quickbeam FS or FT
I'm actually tempted by this, which is insane. Philip On Apr 2, 4:12 pm, Esteban proto...@gmail.com wrote: Hi, folks. Bummer about the SimpleOne not coming out till next year... but... I have an orange 62cm Quickbeam for sale or trade. Does anyone have a nice orange 60 they'd consider trading? Alternatively, if anyone's interested in it, send me an email. I'm off to the Bay Area on Saturday (that's the plan!) and I could bring it up. Asking $1100. Regular QB build... but with Mavic MA3 rims, White Industries 17/19 cog, SKS fenders and MKS pedals. I'll keep the saddle and Mini front rack. The Zugster is not for sale - the wait list is 3 years!!! I'd prefer to sell it locally (So Cal or Bay Area)... but welcome offers or inquires from around the country! http://www.flickr.com/photos/25671...@n02/4136584724/sizes/l/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/25671...@n02/4274981818/sizes/l/ Really lovely bicycle. I love it, but its too big. Esteban San Diego, Calif. -- 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.
