Re: [RBW] The Oldest Runner :: The indefatigable spirit of a 100-year old marathoner
That made my morning, thanks for posting it Amit! lyle On 16 October 2011 22:20, Amit Singh asd...@gmail.com wrote: There's a new world record holder in town, a 100-year old marathon runner! The inspirational story herehttp://www.theglobeandmail.com/sports/more-sports/the-indefatigable-spirit-of-a-100-year-old-marathoner/article2184525/ . “The first thing is to get rid of this notion that you're old,” Singh said. “The other thing is, some people die of starvation in some parts of the world, but in western countries people die of overeating. And they don't do enough exercise to burn it off. You eat to live, not live to eat. “Many people have been inspired enough to get off their backsides, but I'd like more people to do that. It's one thing to say you're inspired, but another to prove it, to actually do something about it. My message to all elders is if you give up, it's going to give up on you.” An image of Fauja herehttp://resources2.news.com.au/images/2011/10/14/1226166/578018-fauja-singh.jpg . And a positive writeup of the run, with a not so flattering of an image of Fauja herehttp://www.cbc.ca/sports/trackandfield/story/2011/10/16/sp-singh-100-marathon-toronto.html . p.s. Sincere apologies that this is not Riv related ... It's just a wonderful inspirational story that I thought you may all appreciate. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/QlfcEBma2MIJ. 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.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- lyle f bogart dpt 156 bradford rd wiscasset, me 04578 207.882.6494 206.794.6937 -- You received 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.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: A tent for bike-camping???
Marmot, Northface and others have Rainflys that setup alone with just the poles. If you don't want the tent just take the rainfly shelter and ground cloth.Gives you the best of both worlds. Kelly -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/YR0D_H6F_AoJ. 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.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Quest...
I really like the old double ring Suntour Superbe Pro cranksets. The pop up on ebay frequently. They look clean and classy. I got a NOS set and removed the 52T ring to give me a 42T single ring with Q of ~145mm -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/eKtEz2iUBCwJ. 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.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: New SON 28 dynohub
See the photo a href=http:// janheine.wordpress.com/2011/05/16/how-durable-are-grand-bois- tires/in this blog post/a... Sorry about the cryptic post. I didn't realize Google does not support HTML. The photo of the rough roads that we ride with the Schmidt Delux hubs is here http://janheine.wordpress.com/2011/05/16/how-durable-are-grand-bois-tires/ Jan Heine Editor Bicycle Quarterly http://www.bikequarterly.com Follow our blog at http://janheine.wordpress.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-bunch@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: New SON 28 dynohub
I'm a bit confused... Is there any specific reason to choose the older version over the newer one for a Dyad 36 wheel for the Hunqapillar for all of its intended riding purposes? René Sent from my iPhone 4 On Oct 16, 2011, at 11:26 AM, Jan Heine hein...@earthlink.net wrote: On Oct 15, 5:10 pm, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote: Would you recommend the Delux for a bike you intend to ride on gravel roads? (I do not mean single track or fire roads, or former logging roads in an area that has been closed since a volcanic eruption over 30 years ago, but rather currently maintained, active, gravel roads.) Yes, no problem. We all have the Delux on our 650B bikes, and we explore some pretty rough terrain. See the photo a href=http:// janheine.wordpress.com/2011/05/16/how-durable-are-grand-bois- tires/in this blog post/a... Jan Heine Editor Bicycle Quarterly http://www.bikequarterly.com Follow our blog at http://janheine.wordpress.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-bunch@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-bunch@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] Q-Factor and 52 Year Old Knees
Micheal said, I have a Campy Centaur square taper with the 110 BB with a 39t ring on the outside that works for me. I have a Phil rear hub with the Dos Eno 16/19 on one side, and a 18t cog fixed on the other side. My 52 year old knees are sensitive sensitive to Q, and this works just fine. Micheal and others, could you talk about this subject? While I was doing some work on my riv's, I was commuting on my Friday and developed really stiff knees. I have one knee that's a bit gravelly under the kneecap, and it's particularly susceptible to stiffness and swelling on vigorous hikes. Normally, though, bicycling has not given it trouble. Anyway, could the q-factor of the Friday have set this off? (It's set up as a 1x8.) May I add that I am not yet geeky enough to say right off the bat what all my Q-factors are--but here's my learning opportunity, eh? Here's my first attempt at getting knowledgeable: My main rides are regular old Saluki/Protobleriot bottom brackets both with Sugino 165 cranks. The Saluki has a triple up front and a riv-installed regular 8-speed cassette. The Proto has a single chain-ring up front and an ENO hub with a DOS. Can't say without looking it up at home what bottom bracket is on either. Neither gives me knee problems as long as I don't ride in too high a gear. Don't think I was riding in a tall gear on the Friday... Okay, any advice on aging knees would be greatly appreciated. yours, Liesl -- You received 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.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Q-Factor and 52 Year Old Knees
You can measure Q or tread by aligning each crankarm sequentially with the down tube and measuring carefully from outside of the arm to the edge of the down tube. Add the measurements and then add the width of the down tube to get total Q. (Or, just stick a good stiff ruler between the spokes of the rear wheel with the 0 mark at the edge of top of one crankarm, then, carefully holding the ruler still, rotate the cranks backward until the other arm comes to rest on top of the ruler. Then mark the spot where the outside of that arm falls -- that will be the Q measurement. All that said, if your two bikes haven't caused knee problems in the past, I would assume that the Q of those bikes is not the cause of your recent stiffness; were you pushing against a wind, or up hills, or carrying heavy loads? My 56 year old knees are (thank God) pretty forgiving and accept Qs as low as 130 (they don't like the even lower Qs of, say, Raleigh Sportses) and as high as 160 (but no more), but I have to beware of pushing too hard, too far, seated in too high a gear -- something I'm prone to do as I ride fixed a great deal. (I stand when I have to and get used to standing and pedaling slowly for longer distances.) Patrick not gonna ride today in that dam' wind Moore On Mon, Oct 17, 2011 at 9:44 AM, Liesl lchat...@smm.org wrote: Micheal said, I have a Campy Centaur square taper with the 110 BB with a 39t ring on the outside that works for me. I have a Phil rear hub with the Dos Eno 16/19 on one side, and a 18t cog fixed on the other side. My 52 year old knees are sensitive sensitive to Q, and this works just fine. Micheal and others, could you talk about this subject? While I was doing some work on my riv's, I was commuting on my Friday and developed really stiff knees. I have one knee that's a bit gravelly under the kneecap, and it's particularly susceptible to stiffness and swelling on vigorous hikes. Normally, though, bicycling has not given it trouble. Anyway, could the q-factor of the Friday have set this off? (It's set up as a 1x8.) May I add that I am not yet geeky enough to say right off the bat what all my Q-factors are--but here's my learning opportunity, eh? Here's my first attempt at getting knowledgeable: My main rides are regular old Saluki/Protobleriot bottom brackets both with Sugino 165 cranks. The Saluki has a triple up front and a riv-installed regular 8-speed cassette. The Proto has a single chain-ring up front and an ENO hub with a DOS. Can't say without looking it up at home what bottom bracket is on either. Neither gives me knee problems as long as I don't ride in too high a gear. Don't think I was riding in a tall gear on the Friday... Okay, any advice on aging knees would be greatly appreciated. yours, Liesl -- You received 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.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 http://resumespecialties.com/index.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-bunch@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: 54.5cm Rivendell Atlantis Frameset
Trying to make some liquid funds, so here's my one-owner Atlantis. One of the original ones, it was built by Toyo with the fancier-than-now lugs. Built for super strong 26 wheels and braze-ons galore. It's lived a life at our other place and has always been relegated to weekend rides. No off-roading and, sadly, no loaded touring. Overall, it's in very nice condition, but some chain suck scars and a tiny ding in the top tube. There are some scuffs and scratches from storage. It should polish up very nicely. No rust. Ordered from and built by the now defunct Kenwood Cyclery, it's been FrameSavered since new. New framesets are $2000. I'm thinking $1450 OBRO shipped CONUS for frame, fork, and Tange headset. I have TONS of references should you require them. http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e332/bigflax925/Bikes/Rivendell%20Atlantis/at_jf_front_400.jpg http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e332/bigflax925/Bikes/Rivendell%20Atlantis/at_jf_Cockpit_400.jpg http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e332/bigflax925/Bikes/Rivendell%20Atlantis/at_jf_bb_400.jpg http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e332/bigflax925/Bikes/Rivendell%20Atlantis/at_jf_triangle_400.jpg http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e332/bigflax925/Bikes/Rivendell%20Atlantis/at_jf_right_400.jpg http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e332/bigflax925/Bikes/Rivendell%20Atlantis/at_jf_RDer_400.jpg http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e332/bigflax925/Bikes/Rivendell%20Atlantis/at_jf_left_400.jpg http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e332/bigflax925/Bikes/Rivendell%20Atlantis/at_jf_headbadge_400.jpg -- You received 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.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] FS: AHH 61 cm excellent
Greetings friends, I have a frameset I'd like to sell. It is an AHH size 61 cm and is in fantastic condition. A few pictures can be found here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/68737143@N04/ I did not include many photos as there is not much to note from its new condition. There is one small chip in the headtube lug. And one small paint nick on the left chainstay (not thru the paint) that came from a dropped tool. Those are both shown in the photos. That is about it - no chain slap, no dents, no dings, no crashes. Looks great, rides great, you'll dig it. This was treated with a couple coats of framesaver before build. Will ship in original box, or you can pick up in/near ZIP 55419. $1450 + ship for frame/fork/headset Suntour front derailleur. Note too that the other things on the bike will be for sale (brakes, rack, wheels, cockpit), but I'd like to give dibs to frame buyer. If you're interested in any you can let me know and I'll mail you after the frame goes. The wheels are XTR laced to Dyads, 32 hole front/ back. -- You received 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.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Quest...
Thanks. And I just spent 20 minutes poring over your photos... great to see everything you've done and tried with the bikes. - Andrew On Oct 16, 2:52 pm, Michael Rivers mriver...@gmail.com wrote: I have a Campy Centaur square taper with the 110 BB with a 39t ring on the outside that works for me. I have a Phil rear hub with the Dos Eno 16/19 on one side, and a 18t cog fixed on the other side. My 52 year old knees are sensitive sensitive to Q, and this works just fine. Here is a picture of the dirty beast... http://www.flickr.com/photos/mrivers/5154208500/ Michael -- You received 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.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam Quest...
How about a TA Pro 5 Vishttp://www.flickr.com/photos/7516215@N03/4636584949/, or the soon-to-be-released Rene Hersehttp://janheine.wordpress.com/2011/10/12/rene-herse-cranks-prices-and-availability/? Both can be set up with a single ring with very low Q, and look great. David G Madison WI On Wed, Oct 12, 2011 at 11:40 PM, BSWP ashtab...@gmail.com wrote: Well, I found a NOS Orange Quickbeam (64cm), and am now setting out to build it up. Anyone have a favorite low Q-factor single chain ring crankset? I tend to eschew pant protectors and rings that don't drive chains... - Andrew, Berkeley On Oct 11, 3:17 pm, BSWP ashtab...@gmail.com wrote: As noted in earlier message, I'm looking for a fewer speed setup for my new commute. The largest SimpleOne, at 62cm, is too small for me. If anyone has a lead to a 64cm or 66cm Quickbeam in good shape, I would be glad to follow up. Either a frame+fork, or a complete bike. I'm open to long-distance shipping. A few stats: I'm 215 pounds, 6'6 tall, have a 94cm PBH, and long-ish arms. I ride a 65cm LongLow w m-bars, which might not be the best comparison, as the bottom bracket on a QuickBeam is a tad higher than the LongLow, from what I remember. I did try to reach Patrick in Omaha, but no response - so I guess he's sold his 66cm Quickbeam. Thanks for any leads. - Andrew, Berkeley -- You received 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.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] BQ Copies
I've got 5 copies of Bicycle Quarterly I'd like to pass on to someone interested. I subscribed last year, but it's just not for me. I've got Summer 2010 (Volume 8 No. 4) and all 4 issues of Volume 9. If you're willing to repay my shipping cost, they're free otherwise. Please reply offline. lindbergjohn at hotmail dot com 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-bunch@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: Kickstarter pledge drive for the rest of the Yehuda Moon books
What good news. Thanks for posting. I really hope that enough folks will pledge so that Rick and Brian can print these books. On Oct 16, 3:35 pm, Stephen S elphk...@gmail.com wrote: Rick Smith and Brian Griggs have started a kickstarter pledge drive to finish printing the rest of the Yehuda Moon books. http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/yehudamoon/kickstand-comics-volum... -- You received 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.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: A tent for bike-camping???
On Oct 13, 6:41 pm, Ryan J rmerr...@murraystate.edu wrote: Thanks for all the different tent suggestions, keep them coming, I love searching for a new tent. I used to do a bunch of canoe camping in the boundary waters area but sadly my old tent is pretty well destroyed. 8 years ago I got married and since then have pretty much car camped and the tents have grown huge so she is comfortable, which is fine for that kind of stuff, but have only recently really begun bike camping so I am in need of a new lightweightier tent. My last s24o found me sleeping on the ground in my sleeping bag, no big deal but I would really rather have some sort of shelter. Some of those Tarp tents look promising but I am still searching. Another vote for TarpTent. I've been using a Contrail for a few years now. Held up well through a stormy week in the boundary waters last Sept. Including a pole and extra stakes it's ~2 lbs, as light as a big bivy sack. I'm of the free camping in the woods persuasion and haven't had *any* issues with durability yet. -- You received 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.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] WTT: Bullmoose with more rise for Bullmoose with less
I have a pair for Nitto prototype Bullmoose handlebars. These are from Rivendell. I believe that they have the same reach/width as the current model that Rivendell sells, only the rise is higher. You could get the bars up pretty high without maxing out the quill. Measuring with a compass they appear to have around 30 degree of rise. They are in excellent condition. Pics. https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-dHrnB6yJsFA/TpRu91oj8EI/BpQ/8_0ktTuC5r0/s640/2011-10-11%25252011.09.08.jpg https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-0Lg7CI1EHYU/TpRupd9Zm3I/BpI/7h57UQT1gow/s512/2011-10-11%25252011.08.58.jpg Thanks. -- You received 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.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: BuBar on Riv Site.........
One more reason for changing the name of the new bar: there's already something out there called Back-Up Barz. And I'd really hate to get the two confused. http://bikesnobnyc.blogspot.com/2011/09/calling-for-backup-raising-bar.html http://www.backupbarz.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-bunch@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: A tent for bike-camping???
+1 on the hiking poles and tarps. Or staked off one's bike? Tentwise, I can highly recommend Sierra Designs. I have an earlier version of this: http://www.sierradesigns.com/p-154-zolo-1.aspx which I love, and which my partner loves- she was amazed at how easy it was to set up. Simple geometry- just 3 poles: 2 long, identical ones, 1 short one. You don't need a phd in hyper-Riemannian topology to set it up. On Oct 15, 8:45 am, velomann velom...@gmail.com wrote: Lee, If you have poles - I use trekking poles when I'm backpacking, but sticks or tent poles work fine too - you can stake a tarp tent out just fine, I've done it plenty, including on te beach and at Joshua Tree. Of course, perfectly spaced trees are the ideal, but not necessary. Nor is it necessary to be able to pound stakes, so long as you can find rocks (or panniers) as anchor points. Using a tarp tent certainly involves more creativity and careful scoping of the site, but to me that's part of it's appeal, it's part of the craft of camping. here's a picture of my tarp tent staked out with sticks.https://plus.google.com/u/0/photos/116897251123335733984/albums/56424... And Ryan, I had a little sewing experience but it was still a pretty big project and took the better part of 2 days to sew. But the thing is, like making anything, there was an immense satisfaction in the process. There are imperfections (that don't affect function) but they are MY imperfections and part of the story of making My tarp tent. If one doesn't have the time/patience/sewing machine, there are several ready-made tarp tents available. Or do what Kent Peterson does.http://kentsbike.blogspot.com/2009/08/compact-comforts-of-home.html On Oct 14, 5:40 pm, Lee Legrand krm2...@gmail.com wrote: The tarp solution is limited to the condition that you will always be in a wooded area with trees and ground soft enough to stake your tarp up. What if you are in plains area where you want shelter but there is no trees to hold up the tarp? I think if you are going to purchase a tent, you have to consider what condition you plan to be in while bicycle camping. If you plan to be only in a certain type of area where conditions allow you to use trees, then a tarp or other non-free standing tents are available. If you do not know what kind of condition you will be in, a tent that can be set up anywhere will be your best bet. It may be heavier but at least you know you only need a spot to put a tent up and not be restricted the conditions of the surroundings. L. On Fri, Oct 14, 2011 at 4:58 PM, velomann velom...@gmail.com wrote: I know I'm in the minority here, but I really think that for the majority of what people need when bike camping, a tarp tent is an excellent solution. There's a learning curve to setting one up, but it's not a steep curve, and getting it right gives the same sense of satisfaction as, say, successfully truing a wheel. I made my own 2-man tarp using a Ray-Way kit and am thrilled with it. Plus I made it myself, which just adds to the pleasure every time I sleep in it. It's roomy, totally dry, gets excellent airflow, and if I think I'll sleep in buggy conditions, I've got the inside net-tent with floor that attaches to the tarp. I usually hunt up sticks for pitching (or between trees works great) but have been considering getting about six 18 tent pole sections to take with me so I don't need to rely on sticks. Silicone-impregnated nylon - silnylon - s pretty amazing lightweight stuff. My roomy tarp, with titanium stakes and guylines, weighs just over a pound, and with the bugnet and stakes I'm still barely over 2, in a really small package. Like I said, not for everyone, but if you have a strong DIY ethic - or you're just cheap - it's a great way to go. An added benefit most people are not aware of is that the air circulation you get with a properly pitched tarp means less condensation inside so you actually sleep warmer than in a tent, and don't have the moisture issue to deal with when you pack up in the morning. See info here:http://www.rayjardine.com/ray-way/Tarp-Kit/index.htm btw - Ray Jardine used one of his tarp tents for his 2010 trans- america ride, the same one (I think) he used for his through hike of the Appalachian trail just before the ride. On Oct 12, 7:34 pm, Ryan J rmerr...@murraystate.edu wrote: I am in starting the looking phase of purchasing a tent for bike camping and was wondering if any of the group had any recommendations. I need the tent to fit two people at most (I may go with the wife sometimes) but usually it will just be me. I guess top priorities would be weight, I would like it to be free standing if possible, I have often camped in areas where staking would not work, and rain proof, I just hate getting wet at night. Any thoughts? --
Re: [RBW] BQ Copies
Curious why you don't like it. I've subscribed for several years (don't hoard the back issues; usually use them as impromptu trading scrip) and find it interesting enough to keep at it, but it does strongly reflect the editor's own interests -- and who can blame him? The latest issue was quite interesting, IMO. One defect is that it lacks sprightly writing: Jan writes competently but not hugely interestingly. Grant is in the opposite camp: not always right (and who can blame him?) but always interesting. Personally, I'd like to see more articles like that a year or two ago by the woman who toured India on an Indian 3d world roadster. Moving on: can anyone suggest good general purpose cycling mags, with an interest in history and in the more unusual bike tech (trikes! Jest kiddin')? RR is now a very rare bird. Bicycling is not as bad as in its abysmal days under one Z Espinoza, but it is bland, decaf, soporific; Cycling Plus is expensive and too bland for the price, not to mention the fact that it is (of course) Britain focused. Road Bike Action, Velo News, meh. Mountain Bike Action -- does that still exist? If so, meh again. Is there another Bicycle Guide out there in the media cosmos? On Sun, Oct 16, 2011 at 3:45 PM, John lindbergj...@hotmail.com wrote: I've got 5 copies of Bicycle Quarterly I'd like to pass on to someone interested. I subscribed last year, but it's just not for me. I've got Summer 2010 (Volume 8 No. 4) and all 4 issues of Volume 9. If you're willing to repay my shipping cost, they're free otherwise. Please reply offline. lindbergjohn at hotmail dot com 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- Patrick Moore Albuquerque, NM For professional resumes, contact Patrick Moore, ACRW http://resumespecialties.com/index.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-bunch@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: Ibex jacket, tent, BOB trailer
Hello All- I need funds for a project and these items are bound for ebay, but I would like to offer them up here first with Riv. friends prices. 1) Ibex Loden wool jacket, hunter green men's XL: This is a really nice medium to heavy weight, flattering, no frills wool jacket, but overlaps too much with other things in my wardrobe so I haven't worn it enough to justify keeping it. It's in very good condition. I would say like new, but I know I've worn it so I won't. It's an older version of this one: http://shop.ibex.com/Apparel/Mens-Live/M-Europa-Jacket but without the contrasting collar lining and the color is a bit more subdued. $125 +shipping 2) MSR Zoid 1 tent: This is my old bike touring tent that has been replaced by my Tarptent. It's a lightweight solo tent, not freestanding, but I used it on a cross country trip and never had any issues setting it up. I will replace the shock cording in the poles. It's been in storage for a few years so it needs some airing out. I've lost some of the stakes. There are enough to stake it out, but you might want to get a few extras. Here is a more recent iteration: http://www.backcountry.com/msr-zoid-1-1-person-3-season-tent this one has squared off ends (two stakes,) not the pointed (one stake) ends in the photos. It's a great solo tent. Easy to set up, light, airy, and it has a side entry door that I find convenient with a small vestibule for your shoes and such. $70 +shipping 3) BOB Yak single wheeled trailer This is a first edition BOB trailer from the late '90s. Attaches to the bike via a QR skewer that is included. It also has a magnet powered rear blinky that I'll leave on. It's been around the block a few times so it has a few scrapes and dings, but it's still 100% functional. I'd prefer not to ship this, but I can if someone's really interested. Photos here http://boston.craigslist.org/gbs/bik/2647828108.html $150 I can email photos if folks are interested. I'm also open to reasonable offers. I'd really like to not have to do the whole ebay thing... Cheers- Mike is autumnal So. Boston, Mass -- You received 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.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Interested in trading a Waterford X-11
Hi All, This may be a long shot, but I've got a great Waterford X-11 that is WAY to small for me that I've been riding thanks to a steerer extension gizmo (see pic). I'd be interested in a trade for a similar quality/condition frame/fork/hs (or possibly complete bike) in a 62/3-ish cm size (I've got a 62cm rambouillet that fits well). The waterford is in excellent condition (a couple of chips near the rear dropout, a bit of chainsuck evidence, and one small scrape near the rear cable hanger) and the basic dimensions are: 56cm (C-T) seat tube 57 (C-C) top tube 1 head tube I've been using it for the local fire roads nearby - it's never been raced or crashed. Pictures are available here: http://gallery.me.com/glandwirth#100135 Respond off line if you'd like additional info or pictures. Thanks! gary -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/TBUJ5-bkGpsJ. 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.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
RE: [RBW] Re: BuBar on Riv Site.........
Yes, that would suck all the air right out of that tire! --- I couldn't run two pumps. Knowing me, I'd use the wrong one on the wrong wheel.. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/hxU_Zwy5C5MJ. 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.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-bunch@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: Quickbeam Quest...
I'm re-thinking my fixation on a single chainring up front... so a question to the other QB riders with two chainrings: how useful do you find the ability to switch up at the front? What rings have you found to be a good pair? - Andrew, Berkeley On Oct 12, 9:40 pm, BSWP ashtab...@gmail.com wrote: Well, I found a NOS Orange Quickbeam (64cm), and am now setting out to build it up. Anyone have a favorite low Q-factor single chain ring crankset? I tend to eschew pant protectors and rings that don't drive chains... - Andrew, Berkeley -- You received 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.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: BuBar on Riv Site.........
I agree, any new bar is a welcomed bar in my opinion. If this bar is like a mustache bar but with an extra hand position or two that takes mountain levers I am sold. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/ZPopDQtJxEgJ. 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.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: A tent for bike-camping???
Ryan Here is the website talking about the things you need to know about tents. http://www.cyclocamping.com/Tent/guide_how_to_choose_the_right_bicycle_touring_tent_free/ARTI_how_to_choose_bicycle_touring_tent-92.aspx If you are still looking for free standing tent, the website has a collection of tents that they recommend and sell. Some are tunnel, some are dome and some are tarp like. You have to consider what you plan to do, and what you are willing to deal with. L. On Sat, Oct 15, 2011 at 2:51 PM, Mojo gjtra...@yahoo.com wrote: Ryan, For years I used a North Face Tadpole, but 6ft long I was very nearly touching the top and bottom of the tent. Plus with just one door and vestibule it was a bit awkward at times with my wife. I wouldn't want to share it with just a friend, too intimate. Weight 4lbs+ Last year we invested in the Big Agnes Copper Spur http://www.rei.com/product/764121/big-agnes-copper-spur-ul3-tent during REI's 20% off sale that happens to be going on now. We have used it for about 20 nights so far and here are my impressions: set up is easy with color corrdinated clips for the tent-fly interface, really light weight material that looks flimsy but has shown no wear or tear, excellent design with two doors and two vestibules vertical walls when erected, longer floor for more comfort for me but a little tight on the width (luckily I like touching my wife), plenty of room for setting up, pockets are not generous but sufficient, light weight still at 4lbs+ which is impressive to me with the extra door and vestibule, has maintained its shape well in gusty winds (estimated to 30 mph) and has kept us dry in two light rain events, a negative: the doors unzip down so that the door lays in the tent or on the ground when open. I recommend the custom ground cloth. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/H6hBBP5Y2acJ. 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.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-bunch@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: Quickbeam Quest...
On Oct 12, 9:40 pm, BSWP ashtab...@gmail.com wrote: Anyone have a favorite low Q-factor single chain ring crankset? TA Cyclotourist; Stronglight 99. -- Patrick Moore Albuquerque, NM For professional resumes, contact Patrick Moore, ACRW http://resumespecialties.com/index.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-bunch@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: Quickbeam Quest...
I've had my QB for about almost six years, andI can count on one hand all that times I've switched to the small ring--and that includes climbing numerous mountain ranges and riding a full brevet series plus PBP. I may be an outlier (I tend to push a big gear), but unless it gets really, really steep for a long time I'd rather tough it out than stop and change gears. --Eric N Sent from my iPad2 On Oct 15, 2011, at 4:53 PM, BSWP ashtab...@gmail.com wrote: I'm re-thinking my fixation on a single chainring up front... so a question to the other QB riders with two chainrings: how useful do you find the ability to switch up at the front? What rings have you found to be a good pair? - Andrew, Berkeley On Oct 12, 9:40 pm, BSWP ashtab...@gmail.com wrote: Well, I found a NOS Orange Quickbeam (64cm), and am now setting out to build it up. Anyone have a favorite low Q-factor single chain ring crankset? I tend to eschew pant protectors and rings that don't drive chains... - Andrew, Berkeley -- You received 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.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-bunch@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: 54.5cm Rivendell Atlantis Frameset
A beauty, no doubt. What are those bars, by the way? On Oct 17, 9:38 am, Jon Flaxman jflax...@uaex.edu wrote: Trying to make some liquid funds, so here's my one-owner Atlantis. One of the original ones, it was built by Toyo with the fancier-than-now lugs. Built for super strong 26 wheels and braze-ons galore. It's lived a life at our other place and has always been relegated to weekend rides. No off-roading and, sadly, no loaded touring. Overall, it's in very nice condition, but some chain suck scars and a tiny ding in the top tube. There are some scuffs and scratches from storage. It should polish up very nicely. No rust. Ordered from and built by the now defunct Kenwood Cyclery, it's been FrameSavered since new. New framesets are $2000. I'm thinking $1450 OBRO shipped CONUS for frame, fork, and Tange headset. I have TONS of references should you require them. http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e332/bigflax925/Bikes/Rivendell%20A...http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e332/bigflax925/Bikes/Rivendell%20A...http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e332/bigflax925/Bikes/Rivendell%20A...http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e332/bigflax925/Bikes/Rivendell%20A...http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e332/bigflax925/Bikes/Rivendell%20A...http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e332/bigflax925/Bikes/Rivendell%20A...http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e332/bigflax925/Bikes/Rivendell%20A...http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e332/bigflax925/Bikes/Rivendell%20A... -- You received 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.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Forget double top tubes
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[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Quest...
I have run my Quickbeam as a Double Front Double Rear. Main reason was chainlines (I care much to much about them). The way you see it in the picture below. I get perfect chainlines on the high gear/low gear/fixed gear. In addition to that I am able to switch gearing and still maintain good fender lines. However, I too can count on one hand the amount of times I switched the gearing. Did 4 brevets and one permanent on it in addition to riding for just fun and to work. I only twice switched gearing on it during a ride. Granted, those two times I enjoyed it. I am in the process of rebuilding it and will set it up with a double front again. Here is the picture: http://www.flickr.com/photos/claytonesseff/4474775806/in/set-72157624631299665 Best, Clayton On Oct 17, 10:49 am, Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com wrote: I've had my QB for about almost six years, andI can count on one hand all that times I've switched to the small ring--and that includes climbing numerous mountain ranges and riding a full brevet series plus PBP. I may be an outlier (I tend to push a big gear), but unless it gets really, really steep for a long time I'd rather tough it out than stop and change gears. --Eric N Sent from my iPad2 On Oct 15, 2011, at 4:53 PM, BSWP ashtab...@gmail.com wrote: I'm re-thinking my fixation on a single chainring up front... so a question to the other QB riders with two chainrings: how useful do you find the ability to switch up at the front? What rings have you found to be a good pair? - Andrew, Berkeley On Oct 12, 9:40 pm, BSWP ashtab...@gmail.com wrote: Well, I found a NOS Orange Quickbeam (64cm), and am now setting out to build it up. Anyone have a favorite low Q-factor single chain ring crankset? I tend to eschew pant protectors and rings that don't drive chains... - Andrew, Berkeley -- You received 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.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-bunch@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: Quickbeam Quest...
I like having two rings. I've gone years without shifting, and then shifted on one ride 6 or 7 times. I prefer to have both cogs on the same side, rather than flipping the wheel. It makes gear changes take ~15 seconds, which is kind of fun. I have Surly Dingle fixed cogs in 17/21, and have been pairing them with rings 4 teeth apart on the front in various combinations (38/42 to 40/44). The stock 32/40 rings work great with this setup, too, with a nice low low gear, but the axle moves, so metal fenders and big tires can be an issue. I've used the stock crank, and an old Shimano 600 road double. I don't fret about my Q factor, and I suspect I'm better off with wider than narrower. 95 PBH, 60 QB Philip Philip Williamson www.biketinker.com On Oct 15, 7:53 pm, BSWP ashtab...@gmail.com wrote: I'm re-thinking my fixation on a single chainring up front... so a question to the other QB riders with two chainrings: how useful do you find the ability to switch up at the front? What rings have you found to be a good pair? - Andrew, Berkeley On Oct 12, 9:40 pm, BSWP ashtab...@gmail.com wrote: Well, I found a NOS Orange Quickbeam (64cm), and am now setting out to build it up. Anyone have a favorite low Q-factor single chain ring crankset? I tend to eschew pant protectors and rings that don't drive chains... - Andrew, Berkeley -- You received 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.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Forget double top tubes
Where do you put a frame pump (or two ... or three)? --Eric N Sent from my iPad2 On Oct 17, 2011, at 10:58 AM, PATRICK MOORE bertin...@gmail.com wrote: http://www.classicrendezvous.com/images/Italian/jailbikL.jpg -- Patrick Moore Albuquerque, NM For professional resumes, contact Patrick Moore, ACRW http://resumespecialties.com/index.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-bunch@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-bunch@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: Quickbeam Quest...
+1 for having 2 rings/2 cogs. also, it's good having the white bros. f/w. Most of the time I will ride in taller gear to get to the trails (about 2 or 4 miles depending on where), then switch to 40/19 or 32/22 in the woods. It's handy. I also really dig the sugino/quickbeam 'pant guard' ring. Matt -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/LFDdw9TDXVQJ. 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.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: BuBar on Riv Site.........
Ugh... that second link is scary. I have a mental picture of being in the drops, stopping fast, getting pitched forward, and getting stuck, neck firmly trapped between the bars. :-) On Sat, Oct 15, 2011 at 10:12 PM, Michael Richters michael.richt...@gmail.com wrote: One more reason for changing the name of the new bar: there's already something out there called Back-Up Barz. And I'd really hate to get the two confused. http://bikesnobnyc.blogspot.com/2011/09/calling-for-backup-raising-bar.html http://www.backupbarz.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-bunch@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-bunch@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] WTT: Bullmoose with more rise for Bullmoose with less
What is their length? Current production is either 200mm or 150mm as a reference. René Sent from my iPhone 4 On Oct 17, 2011, at 12:10 PM, mr.trout ianet...@yahoo.com wrote: I have a pair for Nitto prototype Bullmoose handlebars. These are from Rivendell. I believe that they have the same reach/width as the current model that Rivendell sells, only the rise is higher. You could get the bars up pretty high without maxing out the quill. Measuring with a compass they appear to have around 30 degree of rise. They are in excellent condition. Pics. https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-dHrnB6yJsFA/TpRu91oj8EI/BpQ/8_0ktTuC5r0/s640/2011-10-11%25252011.09.08.jpg https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-0Lg7CI1EHYU/TpRupd9Zm3I/BpI/7h57UQT1gow/s512/2011-10-11%25252011.08.58.jpg Thanks. -- You received 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.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-bunch@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: AHH 61 cm excellent
On Sun, Oct 16, 2011 at 10:39 PM, ELM eric.l.m...@gmail.com wrote: Greetings friends, I have a frameset I'd like to sell. It is an AHH size 61 cm and is in fantastic condition. A few pictures can be found here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/68737143@N04/ I did not include many photos as there is not much to note from its new condition. There is one small chip in the headtube lug. And one small paint nick on the left chainstay (not thru the paint) that came from a dropped tool. Those are both shown in the photos. That is about it - no chain slap, no dents, no dings, no crashes. Looks great, rides great, you'll dig it. This was treated with a couple coats of framesaver before build. Will ship in original box, or you can pick up in/near ZIP 55419. $1450 + ship for frame/fork/headset Suntour front derailleur. nh. Why are you selling it? -sv -- You received 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.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Q-Factor and 52 Year Old Knees
Thanks so much for the Q-factor measuring protocol, Patrick. You commented: All that said, if your two bikes haven't caused knee problems in the past, I would assume that the Q of those bikes is not the cause of your recent stiffness... My concern is not about the 2 Riv's but rather the Bike Friday. 'Twas on the BF for a week; that's when my knee started grumbling. The first day of the week, though, I was running late and rode faster/harder than I normally do. Liesl of the Grumpy Knee -- You received 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.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Quest...
I'm a -1 for 2 rings up front. I have the 40/32 plus a 17/19 (WI Dos FW) and i never drop to the 32, mainly because my rear setup is not combined to take the slack but i've also found that i can ride a 40x17 or 40x19 pretty much anywhere i need to here in DC. Over the winter my plan is to take the sugino xd2 and move it to my hillborne and swap out to a single 42 on the quickbeam. And the few times i've done a front change (when i had it fixed), it's a total pita, it's way easier doing the swap in the back... -- You received 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.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] FS: Shimano 600 Arabesque components
This is the early 80s group with decorative scroll work: http://www.flickr.com/photos/33786397@N03/6255542700/in/photostream Prices on photos. Items include 6 speed FW with all the cogs; brakeset with levers; crankset with 39, 42, 48 52 rings; RD, FD, pedals. All are used but in good condition (i.e., plenty of life left in them). Accumulated over time for a project that never worked out. Prices do not include shipping. Contact off list for combinations or break-outs. Preference to sales of multiple items. Thanks for taking a look. dougP -- You received 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.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] FS: Shimano 600 Arabesque components
This is the early 80s group with decorative scroll work: http://www.flickr.com/photos/33786397@N03/6255542700/in/photostream Prices on photos. Items include 6 speed FW with all the cogs; brakeset with levers; crankset with 39, 42, 48 52 rings; RD, FD, pedals. All are used but in good condition (i.e., plenty of life left in them). Accumulated over time for a project that never worked out. Prices do not include shipping. Contact off list for combinations or break-outs. Preference to sales of multiple items. Thanks for taking a look. dougP -- You received 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.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Hilly Hundred Photos
Met some new friends and had a great time.. fantastic weather.. and some decent photos. http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/sets/72157627789581725/ Kelly -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/jAZ45JObPeMJ. 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.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Quest...
I've only used the inner ring on my QB once. I don't have the quick release hub they came with. I use a Surly bolt on hub so loosening up the rear wheel is a tad, by a hair, too involved to bother unless I must. On a somewhat related note, I just changed out the drivetrain on my Cross Check commuter. It's running a Sugino crank with a 40t Surly stainless chainring and a Surly 18t cog on an XT hub. I really like it. When the time comes to replace the ring on my QB I'd probably use a Surly cog. I've also thought about using the Surly Open Bars I'm running on my Cross Check. Although they are black I think they'd be a great bar for the QB. --mike -- You received 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.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] BQ Copies
On Oct 17, 2011, at 12:17 PM, PATRICK MOORE wrote: Curious why you don't like it. I've subscribed for several years (don't hoard the back issues; usually use them as impromptu trading scrip) and find it interesting enough to keep at it, but it does strongly reflect the editor's own interests -- and who can blame him? The latest issue was quite interesting, IMO. While my preferences differ from Jan's in terms of bike geometry, etc., BQ covers enough different stuff to keep me reading it. Some of the historical stuff is really good and I have thoroughly enjoyed his interviews with various French randonneurs et al. One defect is that it lacks sprightly writing: Jan writes competently but not hugely interestingly. On the other hand, his review of the Calfee CFRP bike bordered on the weird with much discussion of what he might have done with the bike rather than about the bike. Grant is in the opposite camp: not always right (and who can blame him?) but always interesting. The Riv Reader remains my favorite cycling periodical. Personally, I'd like to see more articles like that a year or two ago by the woman who toured India on an Indian 3d world roadster. Moving on: can anyone suggest good general purpose cycling mags, with an interest in history and in the more unusual bike tech (trikes! Jest kiddin')? RR is now a very rare bird. Bicycling is not as bad as in its abysmal days under one Z Espinoza, but it is bland, decaf, soporific; Cycling Plus is expensive and too bland for the price, not to mention the fact that it is (of course) Britain focused. Road Bike Action, Velo News, meh. Mountain Bike Action -- does that still exist? If so, meh again. Is there another Bicycle Guide out there in the media cosmos? Not that I have found. There's just not enough market for this sort of thing to pay for it, I suppose. But if someone knows of something, I'd be delighted to hear about it. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@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 Brooks Saddles, Riv Banana Bag, Silver Downtube Shifters
I have several items for several. Price include shipping in the CONUS. Paypal personal option preferred. FS 3 Brooks Team Pro Saddles. All saddles are used and in decent condition. All have been tensioned a bit. 1 Brooks Team Pro Antique Brown steel rails - $80 1 Brooks Team Pro British Racing Green copper rails - $80 (there is some electrical tape residue on the rails) 1 Brooks Team Pro Reddish Brown (pretty close in color to antique brown but a little more red) copper rails - $80 Rivendell Banana bag made by Duluth Pack - used and a bit dirty but no tears or anything - $55 Rivendell Silver Downtube Shifters in good shape - $25 Photos at http://flic.kr/s/aHsjwB3APA Dan Abelson 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-bunch@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: BQ Copies
Personally, I'd like to see more articles like that a year or two ago by the woman who toured India on an Indian 3d world roadster. The article on high-wheeler racing in New Zealand in the current issue was written by the same woman, Jada Van Vliet. We are working on bringing a greater diversity of writers into the magazine, but it's hard to find high-quality writing on bicycle-related topics. The Winter issue will have another article by the woman who portrayed the cycling culture of San Luis Obispo a while back... and there are others lined up. Jan Heine Editor Bicycle Quarterly http://www.compasscycle.com Follow our blog at http://janheine.wordpress.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-bunch@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: Shimano 600 Arabesque components
Those Arabesque parts are some of my favorite. Shimano has so lost it's way... On Mon, Oct 17, 2011 at 3:36 PM, dougP dougpn...@cox.net wrote: This is the early 80s group with decorative scroll work: http://www.flickr.com/photos/33786397@N03/6255542700/in/photostream Prices on photos. Items include 6 speed FW with all the cogs; brakeset with levers; crankset with 39, 42, 48 52 rings; RD, FD, pedals. All are used but in good condition (i.e., plenty of life left in them). Accumulated over time for a project that never worked out. Prices do not include shipping. Contact off list for combinations or break-outs. Preference to sales of multiple items. Thanks for taking a look. dougP -- You received 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.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- Cheers, David Redlands, CA ** -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@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: Forget double top tubes
I guessing it doesn't plane. On Oct 17, 11:35 am, Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com wrote: Where do you put a frame pump (or two ... or three)? --Eric N Sent from my iPad2 On Oct 17, 2011, at 10:58 AM, PATRICK MOORE bertin...@gmail.com wrote: http://www.classicrendezvous.com/images/Italian/jailbikL.jpg -- Patrick Moore Albuquerque, NM For professional resumes, contact Patrick Moore, ACRW http://resumespecialties.com/index.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-bunch@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-bunch@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: BQ Copies
Sounds like a call to action to aspiring bicycle writers! There are enough solid bike blogs - there must be a pool of talented and entertaining writers/photographers behind them. The problem, I imagine, is finding somebody to write about things from a fresh perspective, rather than another writer who essentially parrots his/her favored guru-figure. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/Pm5xAznUxeoJ. 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.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: BQ Copies
Bicycle Times is pretty good. BQ is tops. RR is basically extinct. Other than that we are pretty much freaks. Go to the magazine rack and just look at the quantity of mags on cars, motorcycles, soccer, knives, watches, dolls, guns (OH my!), etcare we really that small? There is basically nothing on the bikes I assume most of us like. I appreciate whatever I can get...right now BQ is ahead by miles. I've got all the old Readers, just about all the BQ's and previous VBQ's, most of the Bridgestone BOB mags and a few of the On the Roads. When I get bored I pull an old one out of the pilebetter than anything else out there. On Oct 17, 5:32 pm, Tim McNamara tim...@bitstream.net wrote: On Oct 17, 2011, at 12:17 PM, PATRICK MOORE wrote: Curious why you don't like it. I've subscribed for several years (don't hoard the back issues; usually use them as impromptu trading scrip) and find it interesting enough to keep at it, but it does strongly reflect the editor's own interests -- and who can blame him? The latest issue was quite interesting, IMO. While my preferences differ from Jan's in terms of bike geometry, etc., BQ covers enough different stuff to keep me reading it. Some of the historical stuff is really good and I have thoroughly enjoyed his interviews with various French randonneurs et al. One defect is that it lacks sprightly writing: Jan writes competently but not hugely interestingly. On the other hand, his review of the Calfee CFRP bike bordered on the weird with much discussion of what he might have done with the bike rather than about the bike. Grant is in the opposite camp: not always right (and who can blame him?) but always interesting. The Riv Reader remains my favorite cycling periodical. Personally, I'd like to see more articles like that a year or two ago by the woman who toured India on an Indian 3d world roadster. Moving on: can anyone suggest good general purpose cycling mags, with an interest in history and in the more unusual bike tech (trikes! Jest kiddin')? RR is now a very rare bird. Bicycling is not as bad as in its abysmal days under one Z Espinoza, but it is bland, decaf, soporific; Cycling Plus is expensive and too bland for the price, not to mention the fact that it is (of course) Britain focused. Road Bike Action, Velo News, meh. Mountain Bike Action -- does that still exist? If so, meh again. Is there another Bicycle Guide out there in the media cosmos? Not that I have found. There's just not enough market for this sort of thing to pay for it, I suppose. But if someone knows of something, I'd be delighted to hear about it. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@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: BQ Copies
Just send Jan your best bike trip reports! We are the ones we have been waiting for! On Mon, Oct 17, 2011 at 8:43 PM, rob markwardt robmar...@hotmail.comwrote: Bicycle Times is pretty good. BQ is tops. RR is basically extinct. Other than that we are pretty much freaks. Go to the magazine rack and just look at the quantity of mags on cars, motorcycles, soccer, knives, watches, dolls, guns (OH my!), etcare we really that small? There is basically nothing on the bikes I assume most of us like. I appreciate whatever I can get...right now BQ is ahead by miles. I've got all the old Readers, just about all the BQ's and previous VBQ's, most of the Bridgestone BOB mags and a few of the On the Roads. When I get bored I pull an old one out of the pilebetter than anything else out there. On Oct 17, 5:32 pm, Tim McNamara tim...@bitstream.net wrote: On Oct 17, 2011, at 12:17 PM, PATRICK MOORE wrote: Curious why you don't like it. I've subscribed for several years (don't hoard the back issues; usually use them as impromptu trading scrip) and find it interesting enough to keep at it, but it does strongly reflect the editor's own interests -- and who can blame him? The latest issue was quite interesting, IMO. While my preferences differ from Jan's in terms of bike geometry, etc., BQ covers enough different stuff to keep me reading it. Some of the historical stuff is really good and I have thoroughly enjoyed his interviews with various French randonneurs et al. One defect is that it lacks sprightly writing: Jan writes competently but not hugely interestingly. On the other hand, his review of the Calfee CFRP bike bordered on the weird with much discussion of what he might have done with the bike rather than about the bike. Grant is in the opposite camp: not always right (and who can blame him?) but always interesting. The Riv Reader remains my favorite cycling periodical. Personally, I'd like to see more articles like that a year or two ago by the woman who toured India on an Indian 3d world roadster. Moving on: can anyone suggest good general purpose cycling mags, with an interest in history and in the more unusual bike tech (trikes! Jest kiddin')? RR is now a very rare bird. Bicycling is not as bad as in its abysmal days under one Z Espinoza, but it is bland, decaf, soporific; Cycling Plus is expensive and too bland for the price, not to mention the fact that it is (of course) Britain focused. Road Bike Action, Velo News, meh. Mountain Bike Action -- does that still exist? If so, meh again. Is there another Bicycle Guide out there in the media cosmos? Not that I have found. There's just not enough market for this sort of thing to pay for it, I suppose. But if someone knows of something, I'd be delighted to hear about it. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@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. -- Bill Gibson Tempe, Arizona, 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-bunch@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] Sizes for the SimpleONE?
Is it just me or are there other short and tall riders that are sad that the simple onedoesn't come in a size that meets the needs for our sizing? I've been always told that the Golden Rule of Three fulfills(never knew that it was spelled that way) the needs of a cyclist. For those not familiar with the Golden Rule of Three as stated in the Rules of Cycling let me drop some knowledge on you. In cycling as in life, the excitement is in the contrasts. One shall have a MINIMUM of three bikes of different characteristics to ride at different times as to cycle all year long. I know a handful you have met this cyclist need, but being a fairly young guy into cycling(four years or five in?) I feel that my cycling needs need to be met. I started with my road bike, my go-fast-on- smooth-roads bike then upgraded to my Bleriot, my go-anywhere-bike- because-I-can. Now that winter in looming over California I am urged to ride fast on these wets roads. Doing it on my road bike earned me some nice crashes. Riding with my Bleriot I find that it's not fast enough for what I want. So I figured the SimpleONE was something up my alley(with high enough gearing). Not wanting to compromise with quality and function I was wondering either two things. Is the SimpleONE ever going to be made for small guys and tall guys in the group? If anyone selling a small 48cm QuickBeam ? In case you're wondering: My go-fast-on-smooth-road Giant http://flic.kr/p/a7KNmL My go-anywhere-because-I-can Bleriot http://flic.kr/p/a9KAmC Just a random picture: http://flic.kr/p/awRPXd -Manny Two is not enough Acosta http://pedicabconfession.tumblr.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-bunch@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] Seasons
http://www.gocomics.com/frazz/2011/10/16 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@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] BU on the Blog
Grant just posted pics of the prototypes. (thanks Pedicab!) http://rivbike.tumblr.com/post/11590199765/staph-bykes B in Sea -- You received 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.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: BU on the Blog
I'm intrigued! Looks a lot like your porteur bar Brian, but with more rise. Or dip, if you prefer. Rob in Seattle -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/1NRfqlfRlFAJ. 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.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
