[RBW] How to ride with a Love one. Tips and tricks.
Rule number one: Go out and ride WITH them. Rule number two: Enjoy yourself. Pictures Prove that miles don't need to be long for them to be enjoyable. http://flic.kr/s/aHsjzLGFu6 -Manny Race them and let them beat you Acosta -- 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/-/FwOYBd-2sAsJ. 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] Looking for the bag that tops the Platrack
Recently ordered the Nitto Platrack, which is facing extinction, and would like one of those roundish bags that Rivendell made just for it (forget the name). Anybody be willing to sell me one? I have a US as well as a UK address you could mail it to, whichever's closer to you. Cheers, Bob -- 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/-/15VPn6tiFzIJ. 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: WTB: Rivendell road-style bike for 82 PBH. Rambouillet, Road, Homer, Roadeo, Bleriot, etc.
And while not mentioned in the repairs, the BB shell appears incorrect. Still and all, it might build up nicely. Sent from my Kindle Fire _ From: Bill M. bmenn...@comcast.net Sent: Sat Jun 23 19:38:30 CDT 2012 To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: Rivendell road-style bike for 82 PBH. Rambouillet, Road, Homer, Roadeo, Bleriot, etc. My '95 Road Standard is a 56 measured center to top (about 54 center to center), and has a 57 top tube. This frame is maybe 2 cm smaller, the head lugs nearly touch and there's no room for a pump peg, so I'd say 54 center to top. My head tube is 14 cm, but the one in the listing lacks the extension above the upper head lug, so an 11 cm head tube adds up. It has enough headset spacers to make up for the missing extension. If the top tube is really 57, it may have been a custom geometry. Or it got changed when the frame was rebuilt. I think it's unlikely that the replacement front end has the original 753 tubing. Riv's 753 tubes were drawn to Grant's specifications with thicker walls and longer butts than a standard 753 set, and by 2003 even standard 753 was obsolete. It could have 853 tubes, or True Temper. Fork blades, probably whatever Waterford was using at the time, probably not 531. At least it still has the pretty lugs and head badge. Picky detail - note that in picture 21, the Simplex binder bolt is not installed correctly. The flats should be vertical, so the nut sits fully inside the lug. Bill On Saturday, June 23, 2012 4:19:52 PM UTC-7, Aaron Thomas wrote: That's a really nice frame too. I wonder about the accuracy of the seller's description. A 57 cm top tube on a 54 frame doesn't compute to me. But I could be wrong. I have a PBH similar to the original poster's and a 57 top tube would be way too long for me. On Saturday, June 23, 2012 4:07:37 PM UTC-7, Fullylugged wrote: Perhaps this 54 might work? http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=200779652699ssPageName=ADME:X:AAQ:US:1123 On Sat, Jun 23, 2012 at 5:03 PM, Brian Campbell bdcampbel...@gmail.com wrote: Mis-read. Sorry! Still a sweet bike. It is my size, that is why I keep thinking about it! On Saturday, June 23, 2012 6:02:03 PM UTC-4, Aaron Thomas wrote: That's a sweet looking Road Standard. But a 59cm is way too big for an 82 cm PBH. For 82, you're talking about a frame in the 53-55 cm range. O -- 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/-/L1BxeegVqaoJ. 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: WTB: Rivendell road-style bike for 82 PBH. Rambouillet, Road, Homer, Roadeo, Bleriot, etc.
Brian, Thanks for the tip. Michael On Sat, Jun 23, 2012 at 5:56 PM, Brian Campbell bdcampbel...@gmail.comwrote: There is this on ebay. http://www.ebay.com/itm/1996-Rivendell-Steel-Road-Bike-59-CM-Shimano-Classic-Mountain-Setup?item=400305229310cmd=ViewItem_trksid=p5197.m7_trkparms=algo%3DLVI%26itu%3DUCI%26otn%3D5%26po%3DLVI%26ps%3D63%26clkid%3D123151093758667343#ht_3253wt_966 On Thursday, June 21, 2012 1:01:26 AM UTC-4, lungimsam wrote: Frame sizes are all over the place for the different models, so I thought I'd just list my PBH. If you have one you'd like to sell, please let me know. I have wanted a Rivendell road-style drop bar bike for a while, but cannot afford new. So I am looking for used. Again, something along the lines of Road, Rambouillet, Bleriot, Homer, Roadeo. Drop bars. I am not concerned with toothcounts or anything like that. I can change things later if I need to. I just commute and do recreational road riding. Would love to have one and looks like used is the only way it will happen. Please message me or email me at john11.2...@gmail.com Thanks! Michael -- 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/-/72_4R4Iafn0J. 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. -- Michael Leven -- You received 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: Bags n stuff for sale
Hi...more butting in...I wanted to show the same setup on a 50cm AHH: https://sphotos.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/428418_488364947846814_1240274875_n.jpg On Wednesday, June 20, 2012 11:35:54 AM UTC-4, Thomas Lynn Skean wrote: @Tony... please pardon my butting in... I think whether the Baggins HbarBag and Li'l Loafer work together or not is (practically speaking) sensitive to stem-versus-rack height. With a big frame and/or a tall stem, it can work. I have both a big frame (60cm Hillborne) and a tall stem and the modern versions of those bags (BarSack and TrunkSack Smalll) work fine. I don't have perfectly clear access to the TrunkSack. But fundamentally I can get at it, even without removing the BarSack. I have to peel back the top and approach the contents from an angle. (Peeling back the top may be more tedious with the Li'l Loafer, as its top peels toward the head tube.) With a 52cm Hillborne and a slammed stem, I'm doubt it'd work at all. Picture to show: *http://db.tt/MgCw6X1d* http://db.tt/MgCw6X1d (Mine's the one in the back :)) You can adjust things to your favor a little by angling the BarSack/Baggins HbarBag. Yours, Thomas Lynn Skean On Wednesday, June 20, 2012 9:26:33 AM UTC-5, Tony Lockhart wrote: Hi Tim, I wanted to ask what your thoughts were on the Baggins HbarBag. Did having the rack attached to the handlebar interfere while riding? Are there any particular features that you really like about the bag? Not sure if you did this, but could you attach the Baggins bag AND a Lil' Loafer at the same time? Thanks, tony On Tuesday, June 19, 2012 5:38:34 PM UTC-7, tim becker wrote: Baggins Barbag sold. that's everything. thanks, tim On Tuesday, June 19, 2012 5:22:46 PM UTC-6, tim becker wrote: and the Nigel Smythe Seat pouch is sold. The only thing left is the Baggins HbarBag. thanks, tim On Tuesday, June 19, 2012 2:12:04 PM UTC-6, tim becker wrote: Hey all, Need to clear out some stuff: all prices include paypal and shipping to the US (48) photos of (almost) everything here: https://picasaweb.google.com/102662635142839008783/BikesAndPartsFS?authuser=0feat=directlink Baggins Lil Loafer - never used, like new - $90 Nigel Smythe Seat Pouch - Green Tweed (#305) - mounted, never used outside - $100 Older Baggins BarBag with Nitto Bar Rack - green-ish canvas: well used, not abused. Missing the elastic band that keeps it closed. bag rack - $120 Acorn Handlebar bag - (not rando) medium size, first iteration. tan color. used lightly - $45 Pair Pacenti Pari Motos - tan-walls. Brand new, never mounted - $50 ea. or $90 pair Sugino PX cranks (same bcd, rings, etc as TA cyclotourist / Stronglight 49. Slightly flared to accommodate modern derailers better. Never mounted, never used. - $125 some other stuff on the picasa page, ask if you're interested. Again, all prices include paypa fees and shipping to the lower 48 states. email me offlist Tim Becker Santa Fe, NM -- 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/-/ZG4rkjA2gLcJ. 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: WTB: Rivendell road-style bike for 82 PBH. Rambouillet, Road, Homer, Roadeo, Bleriot, etc.
Hello everyone, First I would like to say thank you to everyone for the great tips and offers. I am sorting thru everything now. In the meantime: There is a new condition Romulus going for $1700 at an LBS near me. I am not crazy about the Romulus. I like those cream headtubes the other models have much better. But I can't be too picky. Is 1700 fair, or too much? It was 2200, but he came down to 1700. Is is a 105/Sugino triple, bar ends build. Tell me what'cha think. I think I would rather hold out for a Bleriot or Rambouillet, Saluki, Road, etc. Michael On Thursday, June 21, 2012 1:01:26 AM UTC-4, lungimsam wrote: Frame sizes are all over the place for the different models, so I thought I'd just list my PBH. If you have one you'd like to sell, please let me know. I have wanted a Rivendell road-style drop bar bike for a while, but cannot afford new. So I am looking for used. Again, something along the lines of Road, Rambouillet, Bleriot, Homer, Roadeo. Drop bars. I am not concerned with toothcounts or anything like that. I can change things later if I need to. I just commute and do recreational road riding. Would love to have one and looks like used is the only way it will happen. Please message me or email me at john11.2...@gmail.com Thanks! Michael -- 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/-/EnpHwhgGpxoJ. 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: WTB: Rivendell road-style bike for 82 PBH. Rambouillet, Road, Homer, Roadeo, Bleriot, etc.
A 57 TT would be too long for me, I think. Most of the Geometry Rivendell charts that match my PBH say 55.5 or 54. On Thursday, June 21, 2012 1:01:26 AM UTC-4, lungimsam wrote: Frame sizes are all over the place for the different models, so I thought I'd just list my PBH. If you have one you'd like to sell, please let me know. I have wanted a Rivendell road-style drop bar bike for a while, but cannot afford new. So I am looking for used. Again, something along the lines of Road, Rambouillet, Bleriot, Homer, Roadeo. Drop bars. I am not concerned with toothcounts or anything like that. I can change things later if I need to. I just commute and do recreational road riding. Would love to have one and looks like used is the only way it will happen. Please message me or email me at john11.2...@gmail.com Thanks! Michael -- 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/-/4Kds79VaWVEJ. 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: How to ride with a Love one. Tips and tricks.
Manny, Beautiful simple wisdom, thank you. I have already done some epic rides this warm season including Ride the Rockies up and down high lovely passes, miles of dirt roads and bike trails, lovely canyons. It was great. Still my favorite ride of the year so far was with my granddaughter Kiana. http://www.flickr.com/photos/79695460@N00/7432627324/in/photostream/ She has been a bicycle riding fanatic this summer. This ride was around the local college campus and she was the ride leader. I took the Quickbeam and just followed her delightful ramblings around the sidewalks. She kept pointing out important things like flowers and fountains. Yes, ride with them and enjoy yourself indeed. On Sunday, June 24, 2012 12:49:05 AM UTC-6, Manuel Acosta wrote: Rule number one: Go out and ride WITH them. Rule number two: Enjoy yourself. Pictures Prove that miles don't need to be long for them to be enjoyable. http://flic.kr/s/aHsjzLGFu6 -Manny Race them and let them beat you Acosta -- 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/-/GoJ4JBI8dJQJ. 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: WTB: Rivendell road-style bike for 82 PBH. Rambouillet, Road, Homer, Roadeo, Bleriot, etc.
Fyi, I sent an email to the owner because to my eye that TT measurement didn't match the 57 cm listed. He quickly responded that it was actually 55 c-c and apologized. Still a 54 c-c seatube. Slightly big for me but a decent deal for someone else depending on how high the price goes. -- Addison http://reno-rambler.blogspot.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] Please recommend 650b puncture resisitant tires.
The Hutchinsons are pretty nice. I am up to 4000 miles, and only 2 flats. -- 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/-/1zW-uqF4h_EJ. 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: WTB: Rivendell road-style bike for 82 PBH. Rambouillet, Road, Homer, Roadeo, Bleriot, etc.
I'm also an 82 cm PBH and I ride a 56 Ram, the fit is spot on. I paid 1200 through Craigslist for the full bike 3 years ago, it had a couple of good sized nicks and needed tires, it had about 3000 miles on it when I bought it. The grease was pretty shot and i ended up paying my lbs for an overhaul too, so the entry price has stacked up some. Regarding the Romulus, it might be a tad high in this economy but expect to pay more through an LBS than a private seller would ask for. On Jun 23, 6:27 pm, lungimsam john11.2...@gmail.com wrote: Hello everyone, First I would like to say thank you to everyone for the great tips and offers. I am sorting thru everything now. In the meantime: There is a new condition Romulus going for $1700 at an LBS near me. I am not crazy about the Romulus. I like those cream headtubes the other models have much better. But I can't be too picky. Is 1700 fair, or too much? It was 2200, but he came down to 1700. Is is a 105/Sugino triple, bar ends build. Tell me what'cha think. I think I would rather hold out for a Bleriot or Rambouillet, Saluki, Road, etc. Michael On Thursday, June 21, 2012 1:01:26 AM UTC-4, lungimsam wrote: Frame sizes are all over the place for the different models, so I thought I'd just list my PBH. If you have one you'd like to sell, please let me know. I have wanted a Rivendell road-style drop bar bike for a while, but cannot afford new. So I am looking for used. Again, something along the lines of Road, Rambouillet, Bleriot, Homer, Roadeo. Drop bars. I am not concerned with toothcounts or anything like that. I can change things later if I need to. I just commute and do recreational road riding. Would love to have one and looks like used is the only way it will happen. Please message me or email me at john11.2...@gmail.com Thanks! 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.
[RBW] Re: Looking for the bag that tops the Platrack
I don't own one, but I use the poor man's version: A Wald basket zip-tied, with my favorite duffle tossed in... It's awesome. On Sunday, June 24, 2012 3:35:00 AM UTC-4, Bob wrote: Recently ordered the Nitto Platrack, which is facing extinction, and would like one of those roundish bags that Rivendell made just for it (forget the name). Anybody be willing to sell me one? I have a US as well as a UK address you could mail it to, whichever's closer to you. Cheers, Bob -- 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/-/0srY6WqlNSEJ. 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] How to ride with a Love one. Tips and tricks.
Fun! That pink bike is cool. JimD On Jun 23, 2012, at 11:49 PM, Manuel Acosta wrote: Rule number one: Go out and ride WITH them. Rule number two: Enjoy yourself. Pictures Prove that miles don't need to be long for them to be enjoyable. http://flic.kr/s/aHsjzLGFu6 -Manny Race them and let them beat you Acosta -- 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/-/FwOYBd-2sAsJ. 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: How to ride with a Love one. Tips and tricks.
You oculd title that as a ride for the unracer to go with one of the themes in Just Ride. My wife I have a favorite loop that's in the low 20ish miles. We allow 3 hours so we can stop at several vista points, etc. Quality is more interesting than quantity. As always, great pix that convey the flavor of the ride. dougP On Jun 23, 11:49 pm, Manuel Acosta manueljohnaco...@hotmail.com wrote: Rule number one: Go out and ride WITH them. Rule number two: Enjoy yourself. Pictures Prove that miles don't need to be long for them to be enjoyable. http://flic.kr/s/aHsjzLGFu6 -Manny Race them and let them beat you Acosta -- You received 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] chambray
My first edition Riv Seersucker shirt is rather threadbare, and I'm looking for a shirt. I want to learn more about Riv's chambray shirt. Does anyone have anymore info? Thanks. (Was looking at these shirts as well: http://www.brooksbrothers.com/IWCatProductPage.process?Merchant_Id=1Section_Id=667Parent_id=297Product_Id=1655695default_color=Multi ) -- 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/-/hmrpvgNAsncJ. 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: [650B] ISO: lycra shorts without the diaper pad...
I've picked up a few pairs of Ibex Duo shorts on Ebay and used a thread puller from the sewing chest to remove the pads. I really like them with RBW wool boxers or wicking fitness base layers (no center bottom seam) from BCG or UnderArmor. Joneswares cycling shorts come without a chamois unless you specify adding one, but they seem to be taking a Rambouillet like nap at present. On Sun, Jun 24, 2012 at 10:53 AM, Rick Johnson rickcjohns...@gmail.comwrote: I've also been on that same quest recently. The trend appears to be that the descriptive term chamois has been co-opted to mean anything with a diaper pad so one can't properly search for a real (or synthetic) chamois. The latest avenue I've been on has been the tri shorts direction. Since they are intended for running and swimming as well as cycling the padding is smaller, thinner and more breathable. Still not quite the old school favorite but the closest I've found so far. Rick Johnson Bend Oregon *** This news has been sanitized for your preconceptions On 6/24/2012 8:25 AM, Ed Braley wrote: I'm stumped here folks, so I'm turning to the list hoping you can help a brother out. I've been looking for some new lycra cycling shorts with a traditional thin pad - like the synthetic chamois that was commonly used before they all went diaper-active. I found some nice shorts with a Nalini pad a couple of months ago at Excel Sports, and I ordered a pair to try, thinking I'd get more if they were all right. Yeah, they're quite all right... and now they're no longer available. Geesh. Any suggestions? Thanks in advance, Ed. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups 650b group. To post to this group, send email to 6...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to 650b+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/650b?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups 650b group. To post to this group, send email to 6...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to 650b+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/650b?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] What are your favorite blogs?
Thanks for mentioning my blog Jim, and I just thought I'd post to let you all know that I am posting yet again after a brief work-imposed hiatus. How do you all prefer to keep track of your blogs? I have been considering moving away from bookmarks and using RSS. Perhaps there's a better way I'm unaware of. Cheers, erik On Mon, Jun 18, 2012 at 3:06 PM, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery thill@gmail.com wrote: Facebook and other social networking sites have led me away from blogs, which I used to read voraciously in ye olde days. I'm making a conscious effort to read more blogs. Current favorites are: http://whileoutriding.com/ http://www.pushingthepedals.com/ http://bikenoir.blogspot.com/ I prefer blogs about touring/bikepacking/adventure more than ones about equipment fetishism (of course, that's usually a neat sideline, whether the fetish is bikes, camping gear, or cameras). Good/unique writing, photos, and perspective are necessary. I can only handle a small number of artful photos of handlebar twine or Phil hubs or fixed-gear chainline, but I'll put up with it if there are enough words and photos from cool rides/tours. What are you folks reading? -- 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/-/qdoIOkj6OqcJ. 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. -- oakland, ca bikenoir.blogspot.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] seeking mixed terrain ride reports near olympia, rainier, gifford pinchot, hood, deschutes, crater lake, and klamath
Finished a contract, and it's time to leave town. Why not for a few weeks? I've thrown together the following very rough route, passing through all the parks mentioned above and otherwise... If you have any recommendations or blogs/reports that give good routes around this area, might you pass them on to me? If you live near some of these places, and would like to join, please let me know. I'm hoping for 60-100 mile days, and I like to stop and smell the proverbial roses. Thanks! ~erik -- oakland, ca bikenoir.blogspot.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: seeking mixed terrain ride reports near olympia, rainier, gifford pinchot, hood, deschutes, crater lake, and klamath
Whoops, this is the link to google maps. http://goo.gl/maps/pm7C Cheers, erik On Sun, Jun 24, 2012 at 4:55 PM, erik jensen bicyclen...@gmail.com wrote: Finished a contract, and it's time to leave town. Why not for a few weeks? I've thrown together the following very rough route, passing through all the parks mentioned above and otherwise... If you have any recommendations or blogs/reports that give good routes around this area, might you pass them on to me? If you live near some of these places, and would like to join, please let me know. I'm hoping for 60-100 mile days, and I like to stop and smell the proverbial roses. Thanks! ~erik -- oakland, ca bikenoir.blogspot.com -- oakland, ca bikenoir.blogspot.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] What are your favorite blogs?
Erik, Don't know about others, but I use Google Plus for the blogs I read. It also shows up on my (not so) smartphone as News. Eric Platt St. Paul, MN On Sun, Jun 24, 2012 at 6:36 PM, erik jensen bicyclen...@gmail.com wrote: Thanks for mentioning my blog Jim, and I just thought I'd post to let you all know that I am posting yet again after a brief work-imposed hiatus. How do you all prefer to keep track of your blogs? I have been considering moving away from bookmarks and using RSS. Perhaps there's a better way I'm unaware of. Cheers, erik On Mon, Jun 18, 2012 at 3:06 PM, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery thill@gmail.com wrote: Facebook and other social networking sites have led me away from blogs, which I used to read voraciously in ye olde days. I'm making a conscious effort to read more blogs. Current favorites are: http://whileoutriding.com/ http://www.pushingthepedals.com/ http://bikenoir.blogspot.com/ I prefer blogs about touring/bikepacking/adventure more than ones about equipment fetishism (of course, that's usually a neat sideline, whether the fetish is bikes, camping gear, or cameras). Good/unique writing, photos, and perspective are necessary. I can only handle a small number of artful photos of handlebar twine or Phil hubs or fixed-gear chainline, but I'll put up with it if there are enough words and photos from cool rides/tours. What are you folks reading? -- 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/-/qdoIOkj6OqcJ. 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. -- oakland, ca bikenoir.blogspot.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] Re: Bags n stuff for sale
Excellent data point. That TrunkSack appears to be under pressure. Yours, Thomas Lynn Skean -- 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/-/H7PFhetSlCAJ. 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: [650B] ISO: lycra shorts without the diaper pad...
Boure Bicycle Clothing - it's been quite a few years since I last purchased shorts from them but the padding is very thin, exactly what you're describing. I might have the least expensive of their shorts offerings. They are also terrific on customer service and very responsive on the phone. www.boure.com 1-888-889-9242JoanOn 06/24/12, Bruce Herbitterbruce.herbit...@gmail.com wrote:I've picked up a few pairs of Ibex Duo shorts on Ebay and used a thread puller from the sewing chest to remove the pads. I really like them with RBW wool boxers or wicking fitness base layers (no center bottom seam) from BCG or UnderArmor. Joneswares cycling shorts come without a chamois unless you specify adding one, but they seem to be taking a Rambouillet like nap at present.On Sun, Jun 24, 2012 at 10:53 AM, Rick Johnson rickcjohns...@gmail.com wrote: I've also been on that same quest recently. The trend appears to be that the descriptive term chamois has been co-opted to mean anything with a diaper pad so one can't properly search for a real (or synthetic) chamois. The latest avenue I've been on has been the tri shorts direction. Since they are intended for running and swimming as well as cycling the padding is smaller, thinner and more breathable. Still not quite the old school favorite but the closest I've found so far. Rick JohnsonBend Oregon***This news has been sanitized for your preconceptions On 6/24/2012 8:25 AM, Ed Braley wrote:I'm stumped here folks, so I'm turning to the list hoping you can help a brother out.I've been looking for some new lycra cycling shorts with a traditional thin pad -like the synthetic chamois that was commonly used before they all went diaper-active. I found some nice shorts with a Nalini pada couple of months ago at Excel Sports, and I ordereda pairto try,thinking I'd get more if they were all right. Yeah, they're quite all right... and now they're no longer available.Geesh.Any suggestions?Thanks in advance, Ed. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups 650b group. To post to this group, send email to 6...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to 650b+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/650b?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups 650b group.To post to this group, send email to 6...@googlegroups.com.To unsubscribe from this group, send email to 650b+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com.For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/650b?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. -- You received 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: Looking for the bag that tops the Platrack
If you can't track down a Slickersack, a medium Saddlesack is about the right size and shape. See the difference here.http://www.flickr.com/photos/15966859@N07/7398233282/ The Saddlesack is a bit more narrow so fits between drops better. --Andy On Sunday, June 24, 2012 12:35:00 AM UTC-7, Bob wrote: Recently ordered the Nitto Platrack, which is facing extinction, and would like one of those roundish bags that Rivendell made just for it (forget the name). Anybody be willing to sell me one? I have a US as well as a UK address you could mail it to, whichever's closer to you. Cheers, Bob -- 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/-/UCDMsLzvYS0J. 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: The Poster
Such serendipity! Not wanting to spoil the surprise, I never looked at the artist's site. When the poster arrived, the style looked familiar, so I looked more closely at a poster my wife has had since before our marriage--a poster of Cafe Chez Panisse from the same artist. Needless to say it made talking her into letting my hang it in the living room an easier job! Pepe On Saturday, June 23, 2012 10:19:12 PM UTC-5, Marty wrote: Thanks for the #3 reveal Grant, and no, it's not on his site - yet - at least as of this writing. I expect to see the full reveal when mine shows up on Tuesday. Honestly, I'm already more than pleased. Inspired really. Marty -- 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/-/RVAeDhk3geMJ. 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: seeking mixed terrain ride reports near olympia, rainier, gifford pinchot, hood, deschutes, crater lake, and klamath
Looks good erik. Was planning a similar trip with a buddy of mine. You have any dates in mind? -Manny -- 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/-/rH4fToGa5SYJ. 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] WTB: 110/74 BCD chainrings
Hey all!Just wondering if anyone has any spare chainrings laying around. Looking for 110/74 BCD in possibly 40or38T AND 28Tnew or used doesnt matter.thanks in advance. -Mike -- 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/-/G5JHBvLXn5oJ. 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: chambray
Funny that you mention this. I talked to Elizabeth after Grant's book signing/ride. She said sometime late July. Don't know how right this is, I'm hoping earlier. -Manny On Sunday, June 24, 2012 11:58:15 AM UTC-7, All Rounder 2000 wrote: My first edition Riv Seersucker shirt is rather threadbare, and I'm looking for a shirt. I want to learn more about Riv's chambray shirt. Does anyone have anymore info? Thanks. (Was looking at these shirts as well: http://www.brooksbrothers.com/IWCatProductPage.process?Merchant_Id=1Section_Id=667Parent_id=297Product_Id=1655695default_color=Multi ) -- 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/-/szTfV96EWZIJ. 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: Looking for the bag that tops the Platrack
That's been my usual setup. My basket abraded holes in a thick canvas duffle in a few months (I ride on bumpy roads--Yorkshire, UK). Worth the price of a trashed duffle, though. On Sunday, June 24, 2012 6:14:25 PM UTC+1, Montclair BobbyB wrote: I don't own one, but I use the poor man's version: A Wald basket zip-tied, with my favorite duffle tossed in... It's awesome. On Sunday, June 24, 2012 3:35:00 AM UTC-4, Bob wrote: Recently ordered the Nitto Platrack, which is facing extinction, and would like one of those roundish bags that Rivendell made just for it (forget the name). Anybody be willing to sell me one? I have a US as well as a UK address you could mail it to, whichever's closer to you. Cheers, Bob -- 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/-/T0PRJkCS2P8J. 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: Looking for the bag that tops the Platrack
Andy--Great photos on Flickr. I want to move from Yorkshire to Oregon. Clever bikes, too. Bob On Monday, June 25, 2012 3:34:27 AM UTC+1, Andy Smitty Schmidt wrote: If you can't track down a Slickersack, a medium Saddlesack is about the right size and shape. See the difference here.http://www.flickr.com/photos/15966859@N07/7398233282/ The Saddlesack is a bit more narrow so fits between drops better. --Andy On Sunday, June 24, 2012 12:35:00 AM UTC-7, Bob wrote: Recently ordered the Nitto Platrack, which is facing extinction, and would like one of those roundish bags that Rivendell made just for it (forget the name). Anybody be willing to sell me one? I have a US as well as a UK address you could mail it to, whichever's closer to you. Cheers, Bob -- 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/-/D19mLRMbd3MJ. 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 CX70 cantilever brakeset-New
I picked these up a while ago for a project that didn't work out. Brand new in box ( well I did unwrap plastic bag parts are in) includes front and rear and all hardware. Cool design allows brake pad to swing clear of fork blade so you can stuff big tires in. These are the Pewter gray model. Grant gave them a high rating for that feature. $70 shipped in Cont US for the pair. contact me offline if interested ~mike -- 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/-/GQa9uUAp-8kJ. 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.
