Re: [RBW] Wool 3/4 tights
Joneswares material is thicker than Ibex, but the weave is more open, so the net result is comfort over a wide range of temperature. They are great to deal with as well. From: cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Sat, October 23, 2010 9:13:56 PM Subject: [RBW] Wool 3/4 tights I'm looking into some 3/4 length wool tights (knickers?) and wondering what my options are. There is Kucharik which I know of, and Ibex (but has a weird panel over the knee). Swobo used to be an option, but looks like they've gone pretty heavy into the petroleum product content :( I'd like a little bit lighter weight than Kucharik, at least based on the 15 y.o. shorts I have from them :-) Any suggestions? -- Cheers, David Redlands, CAcom/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: Rust Never Sleeps
Yeah, it’s not really explosive, just the can it comes in. That was just an attempt at humour. Otherwise sheep would be blowing up left and right. But it does seem like good stuff. It forms a coating on metal, and it doesn’t flow off. The company makes a lot of claims for it, that is their business of course. But it is nice to be able to work with something that is not poisonous. I am going to put some on the outer parts of my bike this winter too. Salt on the roads can corrode aluminum too. Last year I tried to use my Quickbeam sparingly in winter to preserve it. But I have decided to not worry about it from now on. I will see year by year how it stands up. I think the frame will still last a long time, I have seen lots of old frames that have been around for 30 years or longer in this area and they are still fine. -- 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: Wool 3/4 tights
For 45-63ish degrees I just wear knee warmers by Defeet called Kneekers. I wear them under my regular non padded loose fitting hiking shorts. Wool ones are available too from Defeet and Ibex. Kneekers are one size only, Ibex offers XS-L. I know ... some people love knee warmers, some hate them. They can fall down, the number one cause for dislike. I've solved that issue though. I discovered that when the temps warm up in the 60's and I get some perspiration under the warmers, they stay up just fine. This got me thinking. I've always used Now brand Vegetable Glycerine(available in Whole Foods/Co-op/Natural Food type places and online) http://www.nowfoods.com/Products/PersonalCare/Products/M003277.htm?cat=Personal%20Care as a grease free hand moisturizer. It takes a while to absorb, so your hands feel a little wet far awhile, though not really. I put about a quarter sized drop in my hands and apply to my thighs and knees. Put on the warmers. Like magic, the knee warmers do not move. I've tested these on rides down to 50 so far, in very low humidity, and they stay put. Being long legged, I find knee warmers perfect because I've never seen knickers that I'd want to wear and are long enough. A few sizes do not fit all! For temps in the upper 40's to lower 60's though, all I need is something to keep my knees warm. -- 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] what to wear with knickers?
So, if you wear knickers what do you wear to cover the calves during cold weather? ken -- 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: Wool 3/4 tights
Bruce, thanks for the comparison! Garth, I have some Wooly Warm knee warmers, and like 'em a lot. They do slip down though. Not terribly, but kind of a hassle. I'll look around for the Glycerine! On Sun, Oct 24, 2010 at 4:47 AM, Garth garth...@gmail.com wrote: For 45-63ish degrees I just wear knee warmers by Defeet called Kneekers. I wear them under my regular non padded loose fitting hiking shorts. Wool ones are available too from Defeet and Ibex. Kneekers are one size only, Ibex offers XS-L. I know ... some people love knee warmers, some hate them. They can fall down, the number one cause for dislike. I've solved that issue though. I discovered that when the temps warm up in the 60's and I get some perspiration under the warmers, they stay up just fine. This got me thinking. I've always used Now brand Vegetable Glycerine(available in Whole Foods/Co-op/Natural Food type places and online) http://www.nowfoods.com/Products/PersonalCare/Products/M003277.htm?cat=Personal%20Care as a grease free hand moisturizer. It takes a while to absorb, so your hands feel a little wet far awhile, though not really. I put about a quarter sized drop in my hands and apply to my thighs and knees. Put on the warmers. Like magic, the knee warmers do not move. I've tested these on rides down to 50 so far, in very low humidity, and they stay put. Being long legged, I find knee warmers perfect because I've never seen knickers that I'd want to wear and are long enough. A few sizes do not fit all! For temps in the upper 40's to lower 60's though, all I need is something to keep my knees warm. -- 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 *...in terms of recreational cycling there are many riders who would probably benefit more from improving their taste than from improving their performance.* - RTMS -- 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: what to wear with knickers?
Knee high socks of course! I have some Thorlo's. Sometimes I even wear my knee warmers(if it's below 40), Defeet Kneekers. They are a tubular knit. I have 2 pairs, one is kinda small of the thighs, but it works perfectly for the calves. -- 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] what to wear with knickers?
What is this cold weather of which you speak? For me, I have knee issues, and need just a little something covering them if the temp is below 65F. It really doesn't get below 55F. On Sun, Oct 24, 2010 at 7:37 AM, karpowicz karpow...@sbcglobal.net wrote: So, if you wear knickers what do you wear to cover the calves during cold weather? ken -- 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 *...in terms of recreational cycling there are many riders who would probably benefit more from improving their taste than from improving their performance.* - RTMS -- 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] Bombadil Ancestry
While I wait for my new Bombadil, I put together a recent find that will be it's urban companion: a 1983 Stumpjumper. This will be my pick- up truck around town once I add the Wald basket to the front end. This is as close to a grab-and-go bike as I've had in quite some time. Simple, practical, utilitarian. Comfortable enough. Kind of like the '38 Chevy pick-up I had way back. The Bombadil will be set up with more gears for longer rides, and I may go with drops - we'll see once it gets here. I decided to go with a solid silver paint job - just like the Stumpy. No frills. The first shot in the set shows the bike in it's natural habitat - it begged me to stop and play when I rode past... Marty http://tinyurl.com/24r2z4x -- 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: Bombadil Ancestry
Brilliant. Love the concept. Now I have a new project in mind. -- 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: Fall change of pace
In other words: BOOM goes the gasoline! -JimD On Oct 23, 2010, at 11:09 AM, CycloFiend wrote: on 10/22/10 11:47 AM, MichaelH at mhech...@gmail.com wrote: I used gasoline once. It worked very well. Then I put it in a jar and collected colorado potato beetles in it. That worked well too. Just to provide the caveat - gasoline is highly combustible. It is generally not recommended to be used for cleaning applications - especially in enclosed areas where fumes can be ignited by sparks or electrical connections (water heaters in garages are particularly adept at this). Kerosene would be better in this application. It does not combust the way gasoline does. This crops up periodically on the various lists, and I know folks who do this. Just want to remind everyone that gasoline is seriously combustible in both liquid and gaseous form. (Probably frozen too.. but I've never seen that...) - Jim / List Admin who wants to keep all list members out of the burn ward. -- Jim Edgar cyclofi...@earthlink.net Cyclofiend Bicycle Photo Galleries - http://www.cyclofiend.com Current Classics - Cross Bikes Singlespeed - Working Bikes The Gallery needs your photos! Send 'em in - Here's how: http://www.cyclofiend.com/guidelines She edged in to get a better look at the bike, how it was made, the intricacy of its brakes and shifters pulling her straight in. Beauty. -- William Gibson, Virtual Light -- 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] Wool 3/4 tights
+1 on Ibex knickers. -JimD On Oct 23, 2010, at 7:36 PM, Ray Shine wrote: I have Swobo and Ibex wool knickers. I like the Ibex a lot. That weird panel really is effective at blocking wind on the knees. I have the older swobo. You're right. They had more wool than the knew blended stuff. I like the Swobo, though, as well. From: cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Sat, October 23, 2010 7:13:56 PM Subject: [RBW] Wool 3/4 tights I'm looking into some 3/4 length wool tights (knickers?) and wondering what my options are. There is Kucharik which I know of, and Ibex (but has a weird panel over the knee). Swobo used to be an option, but looks like they've gone pretty heavy into the petroleum product content :( I'd like a little bit lighter weight than Kucharik, at least based on the 15 y.o. shorts I have from them :-) Any suggestions? -- Cheers, David Redlands, CA ...in terms of recreational cycling there are many riders who would probably benefit more from improving their taste than from improving their performance. - RTMS -- 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.
Re: [RBW] Re: Derailleur Cabling
I too experience the occasional problem with the rear derailer cable dropping out of the BB cable guide on my Riv custom and Saluki. I've encountered this when removing the rear wheel - usually in the midst of a flat repair. If this event is in the midst of a driving rain storm the cable is almost guaranteed to fall out of the guide. ;) I use the inner liner from brake cable housing on the derailer cables where they run under the BB - works great. -JimD On Oct 23, 2010, at 4:16 PM, doug peterson wrote: On my Atlantis I had a problem with the cables coming out of the guides. Not huge, only happened every now again. But it's a pain to fuss with when the bike is loaded down with 4 panniers. When I finally had to replace the BB (6 years, I think) I drilled tapped a hole in the BB shell and added a plastic cable guide. The paint was fine. FWIW I may be the only person to ever have the cable wandering problem. dougP On Oct 23, 3:27 pm, kevin lindsey lindsey.ke...@gmail.com wrote: Problem solved (I think). The local bike shop gave me six inches of thin (about 1/4 diameter) plastic tubing that they use to protect frames from derailleur and brake cables. They fit into the BB guides and seem to be holding their place under the tension of the cable. Kevin On Oct 23, 2:29 pm, eflayer eddie.fla...@att.net wrote: I wish they'd just build them with a threaded hole for...or actually install the under BB plastic cable guide. I am not fond of the steel tunnel approach. On Oct 23, 2:21 pm, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote: On Sat, 2010-10-23 at 11:31 -0700, kevin lindsey wrote: Are the derailleur cables on my Bleriot meant to run bare under the bottom bracket yes- 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: Derailleur Cabling
Hm, I think drain holes are sometimes worth plugging - on a case by case basis. If you aren't using fenders and that drainage hole is the only reasonable access point for crud and water, it can't hurt to fill it. If you do have full fenders and a mud flap, that drainage hole will only let things out. I have one bike which is otherwise well sealed, but fender-less, and the BB drainage hole was allowing road crud spit off the front wheel into my BB. I sealed the hole with bees wax and the BB has remained clean ever since. Also, most drainage holes on frames and racks are actually ventilation holes drilled by the framebuilder to release gases during brazing or welding. Many builders don't bother to fill them with brass afterward. They aren't necessarily helping you out any when the frame is complete. Ventilation holes in forks and seat stays are worth filling with bees wax, in my opinion. Bottom bracket drainage holes, on the other hand, are placed with drainage in mind - but like I said above, they may or may not be useful. Travis On Oct 24, 12:39 am, andrew hill neurod...@gmail.com wrote: thanks folks, for setting me straight on the un-tapped resource of a drain hole. andrew On Oct 23, 2010, at 9:15 PM, doug peterson wrote: The untapped hole is a drain hole; don't plug it. I never took the BB out for 6 years there was not crud up there when I did. I drilled a separate hole near the drain for the cable guide bracket. dougP On Oct 23, 4:28 pm, andrew hill neurod...@gmail.com wrote: I've been wondering the same thing, in preparation of building up a Romulus. good to know i can just use the metal guides, but there is an (untapped) hole for tapping and mounting a pastic guide, i assume. i'm concerned about getting crud up in the bb shell if i don't plug it.. or maybe this isn't really an issue? best, andrew -- 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. -- 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: what to wear with knickers?
up here in the fur north of Southern Cali, It gets in the 30's in the local mountains in winter. When it gets that cold the only choice for me are full tights. IBEX has some nice ones. Or you can wear some wind pants. I find those to be good at retaining body heat too. ~Mike~ On Oct 24, 8:10 am, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: What is this cold weather of which you speak? For me, I have knee issues, and need just a little something covering them if the temp is below 65F. It really doesn't get below 55F. On Sun, Oct 24, 2010 at 7:37 AM, karpowicz karpow...@sbcglobal.net wrote: So, if you wear knickers what do you wear to cover the calves during cold weather? ken -- 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. -- Cheers, David Redlands, CA *...in terms of recreational cycling there are many riders who would probably benefit more from improving their taste than from improving their performance.* - RTMS- 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: SKS Secrets
I just came across the new 'Special Edition SKS Bluemel fenders here in Chicago (Village Cycle in Old Town) , and I must say they are the nicest I've seen. Very sturdy, matte black finish, rigid profile, nicely integrated flaps, and wide enough for some serious rubber. $50.00 These are going on my new Bombadil for sure. (I'll be running 40mm Schwalbe Marathon XRs) I have a set of Planet bike fenders on my Stumpjumper, and the SKS seem far better. Marty On Oct 20, 11:43 am, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery thill@gmail.com wrote: I have abandonedSKSfenders unless I have a customer who can't be convinced to try something else. The Planet Bike Cascadias are a bit less expensive, easier to install, give better coverage, and in my opinion they look nicer (especially now that they removed the gaudy planet bike logo from the rear fender). On Oct 18, 9:49 am, kevin lindsey lindsey.ke...@gmail.com wrote: I'm in the process of building my Bleriot and thought a pair ofSKS fenders would be practical and look great, too. However, I was naively unprepared for the amount of tweaking, cutting, fitting, and cursing required to install these things on my bike, a circumstance made worse by the almost-nonexistent instructions included with the fenders. Suffice it to say that I botched the job and have had to order a new set of stays for my second installation attempt. Couple of questions: a) I have a set of 41mm 650bs and am a little concerned about whether there is enough room for tires this big and a set of fenders on the Bleriot. I got the rear fender installed more or less OK, but the clearance between it and the tire was really tight. Am I pushing things to far to expect 41s to fit with fenders? b) Are there any secrets I'm overlooking when installing SKSs? c) The front of my front fender came warped. Is there a way of unwarping it, or will I have to cut it off? Thanks in advance for any help. Kevin -- 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] Wool 3/4 tights
on 10/23/10 7:13 PM, cyclotourist at cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: I'm looking into some 3/4 length wool tights (knickers?) and wondering what my options are. I'd like a little bit lighter weight than Kucharik, at least based on the 15 y.o. shorts I have from them :-) Any suggestions? Gotta say that my absolute favorite piece of gear were my woolywarm knee warmers. They were all I needed mostly. Wore them constantly through the winter, and they were just the right thickness to keep on underneath tights when things got really cold (yeahh. I know. SF Bay Area cold). I have not been able to find another pair of wool _knee_ warmers since they finally wore out and failed. (Pulled 'em up higher when on a brevet and they split horizontally at the hole I'd ignored...gr). Realize it doesn't directly help you, but if folks at RBW were looking for a simple item to add back, that'd be my vote. - J -- Jim Edgar cyclofi...@earthlink.net Cyclofiend Bicycle Photo Galleries - http://www.cyclofiend.com Current Classics - Cross Bikes Singlespeed - Working Bikes Gallery updates now appear here - http://cyclofiend.blogspot.com Then I sat up, wiped the water out of my eyes, and looked at my bike, and just like that I knew it was dead -- Robert McCammon, Boy's Life -- 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: SKS Secrets
I happened to be at RBW yesterday and saw a Sam in the showroom that had a beautiful set of prototype SKS fenders. They were much longer than regular fenders, and had integrated plastic/rubber mud guards. On top of that, they were painted. They looked really good. I wish I had snapped a pict of them with my phone, but didn't think to do that. I hope they are available soon. I'll be right in line to get a set, painted or no. From: Marty mgie...@mac.com To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Sun, October 24, 2010 11:15:28 AM Subject: [RBW] Re: SKS Secrets I just came across the new 'Special Edition SKS Bluemel fenders here in Chicago (Village Cycle in Old Town) , and I must say they are the nicest I've seen. Very sturdy, matte black finish, rigid profile, nicely integrated flaps, and wide enough for some serious rubber. $50.00 These are going on my new Bombadil for sure. (I'll be running 40mm Schwalbe Marathon XRs) I have a set of Planet bike fenders on my Stumpjumper, and the SKS seem far better. Marty On Oct 20, 11:43 am, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery thill@gmail.com wrote: I have abandonedSKSfenders unless I have a customer who can't be convinced to try something else. The Planet Bike Cascadias are a bit less expensive, easier to install, give better coverage, and in my opinion they look nicer (especially now that they removed the gaudy planet bike logo from the rear fender). On Oct 18, 9:49 am, kevin lindsey lindsey.ke...@gmail.com wrote: I'm in the process of building my Bleriot and thought a pair ofSKS fenders would be practical and look great, too. However, I was naively unprepared for the amount of tweaking, cutting, fitting, and cursing required to install these things on my bike, a circumstance made worse by the almost-nonexistent instructions included with the fenders. Suffice it to say that I botched the job and have had to order a new set of stays for my second installation attempt. Couple of questions: a) I have a set of 41mm 650bs and am a little concerned about whether there is enough room for tires this big and a set of fenders on the Bleriot. I got the rear fender installed more or less OK, but the clearance between it and the tire was really tight. Am I pushing things to far to expect 41s to fit with fenders? b) Are there any secrets I'm overlooking when installing SKSs? c) The front of my front fender came warped. Is there a way of unwarping it, or will I have to cut it off? Thanks in advance for any help. Kevin -- 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] Ride and camp near Annapolis
I'm planning on being in Annapolis, MD the second week in November shopping for a sailboat. I'd like to ride my A. Homer and camp if possible while there (car camp). I've not been able to find anywhere near town to camp. What I'm looking for is a campground within 10 miles of the harbor so I can ride my bike during the search. Anybody know of a place. And, in general, is Annapolis a good spot to bike -- any suggestions. Thanks, John -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] FS: Bullmoose bars WTB Saddle
Both in great shape. Bars are take-offs from an early Stumpjumper, and come with original Shimano levers and grips. $40 shipped. WTB Kona saddle is new, but mounted once. $15 shipped. Both for $50 shipped. Photos here: http://tinyurl.com/2b42nuh 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.
Re: [RBW] Ride and camp near Annapolis
You might ask the folks at Veko Orange. They are in Annapolis. From: JB baile...@voyager.net To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Sun, October 24, 2010 12:53:25 PM Subject: [RBW] Ride and camp near Annapolis I'm planning on being in Annapolis, MD the second week in November shopping for a sailboat. I'd like to ride my A. Homer and camp if possible while there (car camp). I've not been able to find anywhere near town to camp. What I'm looking for is a campground within 10 miles of the harbor so I can ride my bike during the search. Anybody know of a place. And, in general, is Annapolis a good spot to bike -- any suggestions. Thanks, John -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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] Ride and camp near Annapolis
Typo! That was supposed to read Velo Orange… From: Ray Shine r.sh...@sbcglobal.net To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Sun, October 24, 2010 1:39:31 PM Subject: Re: [RBW] Ride and camp near Annapolis You might ask the folks at Veko Orange. They are in Annapolis. From: JB baile...@voyager.net To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Sun, October 24, 2010 12:53:25 PM Subject: [RBW] Ride and camp near Annapolis I'm planning on being in Annapolis, MD the second week in November shopping for a sailboat. I'd like to ride my A. Homer and camp if possible while there (car camp). I've not been able to find anywhere near town to camp. What I'm looking for is a campground within 10 miles of the harbor so I can ride my bike during the search. Anybody know of a place. And, in general, is Annapolis a good spot to bike -- any suggestions. Thanks, John -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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] Wool 3/4 tights
I have a set, and they're pretty nice. Didn't know Riv quit selling them, bummer. Hoping to find tights that are as nice! On Sun, Oct 24, 2010 at 11:42 AM, CycloFiend cyclofi...@earthlink.netwrote: on 10/23/10 7:13 PM, cyclotourist at cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: I'm looking into some 3/4 length wool tights (knickers?) and wondering what my options are. I'd like a little bit lighter weight than Kucharik, at least based on the 15 y.o. shorts I have from them :-) Any suggestions? Gotta say that my absolute favorite piece of gear were my woolywarm knee warmers. They were all I needed mostly. Wore them constantly through the winter, and they were just the right thickness to keep on underneath tights when things got really cold (yeahh. I know. SF Bay Area cold). I have not been able to find another pair of wool _knee_ warmers since they finally wore out and failed. (Pulled 'em up higher when on a brevet and they split horizontally at the hole I'd ignored...gr). Realize it doesn't directly help you, but if folks at RBW were looking for a simple item to add back, that'd be my vote. - J -- Jim Edgar cyclofi...@earthlink.net Cyclofiend Bicycle Photo Galleries - http://www.cyclofiend.com Current Classics - Cross Bikes Singlespeed - Working Bikes Gallery updates now appear here - http://cyclofiend.blogspot.com Then I sat up, wiped the water out of my eyes, and looked at my bike, and just like that I knew it was dead -- Robert McCammon, Boy's Life -- 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 *...in terms of recreational cycling there are many riders who would probably benefit more from improving their taste than from improving their performance.* - RTMS -- 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: what to wear with knickers?
You pull up your socks and tuck them into the bottom of the knickers if you are really looking for style. And if you want bonus points, buy a pair of the same socks in a smaller size, cut out the toes and you have coordinating arm wamers. The heel section fits well inthe elbow, as if they werre made for the purpose. This level of fashion statement will not only earn you bonus points with the guys, but make your wife and children proud to bee seen wwith you in public. Rob - http://oceanaircycles.com/ On Oct 24, 7:37 am, karpowicz karpow...@sbcglobal.net wrote: So, if you wear knickers what do you wear to cover the calves during cold weather? ken -- 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: what to wear with knickers?
On Oct 24, 7:37 am, karpowicz karpow...@sbcglobal.net wrote: So, if you wear knickers what do you wear to cover the calves during cold weather? ken Belgium knee warmers are also good for calves. A good brand is this: http://madalchemy.com/ (Not affiliated other than as a customer) -B -- 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: Bombadil Ancestry
Nice pix. When the Bomba is complete, don't forget to do it justice as well. Sigh, a problem with this list is how it feeds the imagination. I have a mid-80s Fisher MTB that fulfils the same mission as your Stumpy (and I feel more comfortable leaving it locked up than my Atlantis). Seeing the fenders on the Stumpy made me think how neat the Fisher would look with fenders color matched to the bike. dougP On Oct 24, 8:45 am, Pondero cj.spin...@gmail.com wrote: Brilliant. Love the concept. Now I have a new project in mind. -- 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: what to wear with knickers?
Usually long socks. Depends on the weather as to how heavy. The long Surly socks from last year are good to the low 30s. Below that, Thorlo usually. Below that, usually long pants. Then again, I've been a wimp the last couple of days, knickers when the temps are in the 50's borderline 60. Overcast with drizzle. Still needed to get out on the Sam Hillborne and enjoy it. Eric Platt St. Paul, MN On Oct 24, 9:37 am, karpowicz karpow...@sbcglobal.net wrote: So, if you wear knickers what do you wear to cover the calves during cold weather? ken -- 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: Bombadil Ancestry
I've been scouting scenes for the Bomba pics already. I love the stump pile I found today, so it's likely you'll be seeing that again. Chicago has plenty of great old iron bridges, and any one of them would make for a great backdrop to the structural steel of the Bombadil. I'm looking forward to it. Now, where's that frame... Marty On Oct 24, 7:34 pm, doug peterson dougpn...@cox.net wrote: Nice pix. When the Bomba is complete, don't forget to do it justice as well. Sigh, a problem with this list is how it feeds the imagination. I have a mid-80s Fisher MTB that fulfils the same mission as your Stumpy (and I feel more comfortable leaving it locked up than my Atlantis). Seeing the fenders on the Stumpy made me think how neat the Fisher would look with fenders color matched to the bike. dougP On Oct 24, 8:45 am, Pondero cj.spin...@gmail.com wrote: Brilliant. Love the concept. Now I have a new project in mind. -- 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: :) The end is near!
My first 6 speed was on the old 5 spacing. On early mountain bikes it was unreliable (I broke chains). Four speeds in back wasn't common, but would occasionally see them at the shop where I hung out. Then again, the Twin Cities had a number of distributors/wholesale places. Probably was easier to get parts. Cycle Goods was a store in front, distributor in back. Then again, I actually don't remember regular 6 speed. Everything I saw seemed to be for use on 5 speed hubs. (1984 to 1986) Strangely enough, really don't miss 5 speed. At least never had an inkling of interest to put one on the Sam Hillborne. Eric Platt St. Paul, MN Uniglide 7 speed was not very precise, and SunTour and Campagnol indexing were terrible. When Hyperglide came out, there were many instances of chains breaking, perhaps in part because Hyperglide let you shift under load, so people did - and sometimes chains broke. I don't recall anyone ever being unwilling to risk 6 speed, although whatever they called the 6 that took up the same space as 5 didn't shift very well. And I never saw a 4 speed freewheel. Not once. -- 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: what to wear with knickers?
I wear thermal running tights or long johns. They look funny to most, but I am sure it would be grant approved! On Oct 24, 10:37 am, karpowicz karpow...@sbcglobal.net wrote: So, if you wear knickers what do you wear to cover the calves during cold weather? ken -- 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: what to wear with knickers?
If it's cold I don't wear knickers and if you knew it was cold why would you? Gary On Oct 24, 7:37 am, karpowicz karpow...@sbcglobal.net wrote: So, if you wear knickers what do you wear to cover the calves during cold weather? ken -- 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: Rivendell custom 54
I've decided I don't use this bike enough, and need to cull the herd (not enough room in the basement..) Besides, a bike like this should be ridden with gusto, not wasting away in the dark. The bike is a Match-built burnt orange road standard with white headtube and fills, I can't remember the year! The BB ID is R72M, with 54 on the right side of the bb shell. It has a Cyclotourist triple, 50, 40, 26. Phil Wood hubs with a screw on 7-speed freewheel, FIR touring rims, roly poly tires. Suntour Alpha-3000 deraiiluers, Kelly take-offs on the bars with indexed shifters. Nitto technomatic stem, nitto Dynamic 65 seatpost, Nitto stainless waterbottle cages. Nitto deep drop bar. Campy brake levers with hidden cables. Suntour Cyclone calipers. Of course, a honey Brooks B-72 saddle. I bought this in 2001? from a fellow who had it built up by Rivendell, and because of health reasons had never used it. I think I have about 500 miles on it, always stored indoors, no rain, no brevets. The only marks I can find on it are two tiny rub marks on the head tube from cables, and a tiny pin-sized chip on the left chain- stay. Included are assorted parts from the original owner including 2 NOS spare freewheels. I thought I would list it here first, looking for $1900 plus actual packing and shipping from a good local shop (Boston area). Local pickup OK. If no go here I plan an ebay auction beginning at $2000. As an All-Rounder frame sold on Ebay recently for $1400 including brakes, I think this is a fair price. If you think not, let me know why. Nothing to say to this group about the bike, it is a great mellow ride, I my hope is someone here can enjoy it as much as I have. PS- found an old email- the frame was built in late 1999. The wheels were built by Joe Young. -- 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: what to wear with knickers?
With REAL knickers (the plus twos that bind just below the knee) one can wear wool shooting socks. Indeed, I wore mine today on a three speed ride to Brook Farm in West Roxbury, MA where I got a lot of compliments. Steve On Oct 24, 10:37 am, karpowicz karpow...@sbcglobal.net wrote: So, if you wear knickers what do you wear to cover the calves during cold weather? ken -- 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: :) The end is near!
We had an early 70s French something in a couple months ago with a 4sp freewheel. Gearing limitations were the least of its problems... It's not accurate to describe Silver shifters as friction. They are more of a ratchet mechanism than a friction mechanism. Unlike true friction, which, for all its drawbacks, has more or less infinite range of shift positions, the ratchet shifters shift to a finite number of ratchet clicks - it's not really possible for the shifter to be at rest between two ratchet clicks. Usually works fine with 5, 6, 7, and 8-speed freewheels and cassettes, since the cogs are far enough apart that the shifter being a fraction off doesn't initiate a shift. With 9sp and 10sp, the ratchet clicks start to almost mimic indexing, and there are usually a couple cogs that are hard to use (or at least noisy). Some people have told me that they use 9sp with Silver shifters with no problems. I believe that these people are: a) lucky, b) simply not hearing the rattling noises, or more likely, not actually using all nine cogs (to reduce noise, always trim-shifting away from the cogs that don't happen to align with the ratchet). My personal opinion: Component manufacturers add more gears, often while quietly making more important innovations, because how many gears? is a question frequently asked by people who buy bikes. I have had many bikes with 1, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and (recently) 10-speed drivetrains. They are all fine. I am not a huge fan of Silver shifters (or any friction shifters), and I don't have much interest in trolling ebay for vintage parts to keep my rig on the road. If 10sp is what is going to be widely available for the foreseeable future, I probably won't be going out of my way to build a bike around a 6-sp freewheel or 6-sp Uniglide cassette or any other obsolete drivetrain. 10-sp works fine, and is now available with a dizzying array of gearing options, a variety of shifter styles, etc. That said, unless they request otherwise, anybody who buys a bike from me will most likely be getting 8sp or 9sp, simply because it saves them a few bucks on chains and cassettes. I don't foresee replacement chains and cassettes becoming any more limited in selection than they already are, at least not for quite a few years. Hoarding at this point is probably premature. Not that you should let that stop you :) On Oct 24, 8:03 pm, EricP ericpl...@aol.com wrote: My first 6 speed was on the old 5 spacing. On early mountain bikes it was unreliable (I broke chains). Four speeds in back wasn't common, but would occasionally see them at the shop where I hung out. Then again, the Twin Cities had a number of distributors/wholesale places. Probably was easier to get parts. Cycle Goods was a store in front, distributor in back. Then again, I actually don't remember regular 6 speed. Everything I saw seemed to be for use on 5 speed hubs. (1984 to 1986) Strangely enough, really don't miss 5 speed. At least never had an inkling of interest to put one on the Sam Hillborne. Eric Platt St. Paul, MN Uniglide 7 speed was not very precise, and SunTour and Campagnol indexing were terrible. When Hyperglide came out, there were many instances of chains breaking, perhaps in part because Hyperglide let you shift under load, so people did - and sometimes chains broke. I don't recall anyone ever being unwilling to risk 6 speed, although whatever they called the 6 that took up the same space as 5 didn't shift very well. And I never saw a 4 speed freewheel. Not once. -- 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] Hello New to Group and just Purchased a Bike
I just purchased a 67 CM AHH from The Country Bike Store in Ohio. They had many bikes to test ride and let me take one out for a spin. The owers spent hours just talking and riding with me and my wife to make sure the fit and all the details were set. The amount of detail they put into the builds is amazing. Anyway it was the most comfortable bike I've ever ridden. I don't fee bad about selling my 17lb carbon fibre race bike at all. Now I'm in line to order a double top tube Hunqapillar to replace my tour bike. well once my wife gets over this purchase lol ... Great information on the group.. I look forward to reading more. Kelly -- 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] Hello New to Group and just Purchased a Bike
An AHH has to be the perfect one to jump into the deep end with! Enjoy! On Sun, Oct 24, 2010 at 2:35 PM, Kelly tkslee...@gmail.com wrote: I just purchased a 67 CM AHH from The Country Bike Store in Ohio. They had many bikes to test ride and let me take one out for a spin. The owers spent hours just talking and riding with me and my wife to make sure the fit and all the details were set. The amount of detail they put into the builds is amazing. Anyway it was the most comfortable bike I've ever ridden. I don't fee bad about selling my 17lb carbon fibre race bike at all. Now I'm in line to order a double top tube Hunqapillar to replace my tour bike. well once my wife gets over this purchase lol ... Great information on the group.. I look forward to reading more. Kelly -- 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 *...in terms of recreational cycling there are many riders who would probably benefit more from improving their taste than from improving their performance.* - RTMS -- 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: Hello New to Group and just Purchased a Bike
I bought my Bleriot frame from them. They are honestly some of the nicest guys I have ever had the pleasure of dealing with. On Oct 24, 10:23 pm, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: An AHH has to be the perfect one to jump into the deep end with! Enjoy! On Sun, Oct 24, 2010 at 2:35 PM, Kelly tkslee...@gmail.com wrote: I just purchased a 67 CM AHH from The Country Bike Store in Ohio. They had many bikes to test ride and let me take one out for a spin. The owers spent hours just talking and riding with me and my wife to make sure the fit and all the details were set. The amount of detail they put into the builds is amazing. Anyway it was the most comfortable bike I've ever ridden. I don't fee bad about selling my 17lb carbon fibre race bike at all. Now I'm in line to order a double top tube Hunqapillar to replace my tour bike. well once my wife gets over this purchase lol ... Great information on the group.. I look forward to reading more. Kelly -- 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 *...in terms of recreational cycling there are many riders who would probably benefit more from improving their taste than from improving their performance.* - RTMS -- 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: Rivendell custom 54
Can't help you with a sale, but read your description with interest as I own a match-built Rivendell Road, serial # R73M. Enjoyed a ride on it this afternoon. On 10/24/2010 8:36 PM, csb wrote: I've decided I don't use this bike enough, and need to cull the herd (not enough room in the basement..) Besides, a bike like this should be ridden with gusto, not wasting away in the dark. The bike is a Match-built burnt orange road standard with white headtube and fills, I can't remember the year! The BB ID is R72M, with 54 on the right side of the bb shell. It has a Cyclotourist triple, 50, 40, 26. Phil Wood hubs with a screw on 7-speed freewheel, FIR touring rims, roly poly tires. Suntour Alpha-3000 deraiiluers, Kelly take-offs on the bars with indexed shifters. Nitto technomatic stem, nitto Dynamic 65 seatpost, Nitto stainless waterbottle cages. Nitto deep drop bar. Campy brake levers with hidden cables. Suntour Cyclone calipers. Of course, a honey Brooks B-72 saddle. I bought this in 2001? from a fellow who had it built up by Rivendell, and because of health reasons had never used it. I think I have about 500 miles on it, always stored indoors, no rain, no brevets. The only marks I can find on it are two tiny rub marks on the head tube from cables, and a tiny pin-sized chip on the left chain- stay. Included are assorted parts from the original owner including 2 NOS spare freewheels. I thought I would list it here first, looking for $1900 plus actual packing and shipping from a good local shop (Boston area). Local pickup OK. If no go here I plan an ebay auction beginning at $2000. As an All-Rounder frame sold on Ebay recently for $1400 including brakes, I think this is a fair price. If you think not, let me know why. Nothing to say to this group about the bike, it is a great mellow ride, I my hope is someone here can enjoy it as much as I have. PS- found an old email- the frame was built in late 1999. The wheels were built by Joe Young. -- 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] Bombadil Ancestry
Nice stumper, Marty. I was also inspired by the Bomba and Grant's piece on old mtb's in the last reader. I picked up an '88 Miyata RidgeRunner Team and riv'd it out for an alternate commuter. It's a real cushy ride with BigApples. I'll post pics when I take some. Mobile Brian Hanson On Oct 24, 2010, at 8:14 AM, Marty mgie...@mac.com wrote: While I wait for my new Bombadil, I put together a recent find that will be it's urban companion: a 1983 Stumpjumper. This will be my pick- up truck around town once I add the Wald basket to the front end. This is as close to a grab-and-go bike as I've had in quite some time. Simple, practical, utilitarian. Comfortable enough. Kind of like the '38 Chevy pick-up I had way back. The Bombadil will be set up with more gears for longer rides, and I may go with drops - we'll see once it gets here. I decided to go with a solid silver paint job - just like the Stumpy. No frills. The first shot in the set shows the bike in it's natural habitat - it begged me to stop and play when I rode past... Marty http://tinyurl.com/24r2z4x -- 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: Bombadil Ancestry
I have an old Stumpjumper, too, 1983 or 84. It has been my go-to bike on a daily basis for several years. I mostly rode it fixed-gear in a touring bike configuration, if that makes any sense, and I now have it for sale (somewhat reluctantly). To make a Riv connection, I believe these were made by Toyo. Anyway, I recommend NOT putting a front basket on it. The head angle is so slack that whenever you come to a stop and let go of the bar, the weight of the basket and/or its contents will cause the wheel to flop and the bike will fall. Also, parking becomes an issue unless the front end is absolutely secured so it can't flop. It handles the front load ok at speed, but is unwieldy when stopped. On Oct 24, 10:14 am, Marty mgie...@mac.com wrote: While I wait for my new Bombadil, I put together a recent find that will be it's urban companion: a 1983 Stumpjumper. This will be my pick- up truck around town once I add the Wald basket to the front end. This is as close to a grab-and-go bike as I've had in quite some time. Simple, practical, utilitarian. Comfortable enough. Kind of like the '38 Chevy pick-up I had way back. The Bombadil will be set up with more gears for longer rides, and I may go with drops - we'll see once it gets here. I decided to go with a solid silver paint job - just like the Stumpy. No frills. The first shot in the set shows the bike in it's natural habitat - it begged me to stop and play when I rode past... Marty http://tinyurl.com/24r2z4x -- 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: Bombadil Ancestry
PS: http://www.flickr.com/photos/twowheelflight/2928495702/ Also, an earlier stage with 650B wheels, basket, and Albatross bar: http://www.flickr.com/photos/twowheelflight/422613850/ I found it was not at its best with 650B wheels. On Oct 24, 10:14 am, Marty mgie...@mac.com wrote: While I wait for my new Bombadil, I put together a recent find that will be it's urban companion: a 1983 Stumpjumper. This will be my pick- up truck around town once I add the Wald basket to the front end. This is as close to a grab-and-go bike as I've had in quite some time. Simple, practical, utilitarian. Comfortable enough. Kind of like the '38 Chevy pick-up I had way back. The Bombadil will be set up with more gears for longer rides, and I may go with drops - we'll see once it gets here. I decided to go with a solid silver paint job - just like the Stumpy. No frills. The first shot in the set shows the bike in it's natural habitat - it begged me to stop and play when I rode past... Marty http://tinyurl.com/24r2z4x -- 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: Wool 3/4 tights
Ibex bib knickers. Best damn thing goin' these days. Really. You won't be disappointed. They're well built, durable, dependable, functional, keep the knees happy... Kevin Turinsky RUSA RBA - Alaska alaskarandonneurs.org The Big Wild Ride - Alaska's 1200k -- 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] Bar-end Cable Routing?
I'm considering rerouting my derailleur cables from my bar-end shifters, under the tape, all the way up the bars, just like my brake cables. The reason I'm thinking of doing this is because then the cables and my Berthoud bag will no longer have to quarrel. Anyone already done this? Any tips? Any hobgoblins to look out for? Photos? Thanks. Kevin Turinsky RUSA RBA - Alaska alaskarandonneurs.org The Big Wild Ride - Alaska's 1200K -- 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.
