[RBW] Bay Area paint job recommendations?
Any suggestions for a paint job in the Bay Area? -- 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/-/zjMdoRDxJCQJ. 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: Schwalbe Studded Tires for 650b wheels?
Been reading about studded tires. Sounds like you must swap out wheels/tires for dry days, or have a second bike with studded tires on them only for snow/ice days. Reads like studs don't do well on dry pavement. But I bet they are really great on ice. probably life savers. Do they do the job well? -- 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/-/8rc-4wV83a4J. 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: Bay Area paint job recommendations?
DD in (I think) San Leandro. They (well, he) paint most of Riv's production bikes. Joe Bernard Vallejo, CA. On Tuesday, October 16, 2012 11:03:07 PM UTC-7, Jared Volpe wrote: Any suggestions for a paint job in the Bay Area? -- 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/-/SsKDCZHAEUsJ. 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: Schwalbe Studded Tires for 650b wheels?
On Wednesday, October 17, 2012 2:26:10 AM UTC-4, lungimsam wrote: Sounds like you must swap out wheels/tires for dry days, or have a second bike with studded tires on them only for snow/ice days. Studded tires are fine on dry pavement, they just ride like bricks and have a lot of rolling resistance. but that tends to matter little in the winter slop. if you live anywhere that has real, variable winter weather for a few months, there's no point in taking them off - it could be dry on the morning commute, but the evening commute could be a sheet of ice. and just because the main roads are dry doesn't mean that road shoulders, secondary roads, MUPs are in good shape. there might only be 15 yards of ice on a 5 mile commute, but the traction on those 15 yards is well worth a bit of extra rolling resistance. it's not all that different than studded tires on a car. As for how studs handle ice, I like Peter White's analogy of walking on ice that's been lightly sanded. it's kind of like that. but i rely on my experience, bike handling skills and common sense way more than my tires for winter riding. -- 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/-/rj29v4VKLrcJ. 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: What should I do with my slightly-too-small bike?
From the photos it doesn't look too small: there is the canonical one fist of seatpost, for example. Does it not feel right? If not, I'd say (again, judging from the photos) that it is the right size and simply needs to be refitted properly. As for use, only you can decide what you want. But I can say from bitter personal experience that wants change; I've jettisoned many things including a few bikes thinking I'd never again want them, only to discover in a couple of years that, whoops! those were bad decisions. (Eric, no, I don't regret selling the Motobecane. I do regret selling my 1989 Falcon and my '95 Riv custom, AND my Monocog 29er and a few others.) If I were you, I'd hang it up for a couple of years. If at the end of that time I still had no use for it, I'd sell it to someone who does want it. On Mon, Oct 15, 2012 at 11:34 AM, Will waller.will...@gmail.com wrote: Get a longer stem. And/Or a setback seatpost. Get a couple of decent racks for light touring. KEEP THAT BIKE. On Friday, October 12, 2012 7:30:23 PM UTC-5, Karl Fundenberger wrote: My 59cm Rivendell Road Standard, I have finally decided, is too small for me. It has been a fabulous bike for me; but it is what it is — a road bike, when really, I've wanted a touring bike. Here are some photos, with the newest toward the bottom: http://www.flickr.com/photos/**fundenphoto/sets/**72157625044930434/http://www.flickr.com/photos/fundenphoto/sets/72157625044930434/ It is currently running Rivendell's 609mm rims, with the (approx. 34mm) Schwalbe tires. I put these on when I discovered the bike wouldn't clear anything wider than a 700x28 tire. I have my eyes on the Velo-Orange Campeur - which I'm thinking I may build up from a frame. Any proceeds from the Riv sale would be funneled toward the VO build. I see my Rivendell options as follows: - Sell the complete bike as it is built. (plus the original 700c wheels) - Cannibalize the parts for the Campeur project; sell the Riv frame. - Hang some or all of it up in the attic. What do you think? Of course, it would be nice to partially fund the next project... but perhaps it would be better to keep the Rivendell? What am I overlooking? http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5302/5704499906_eea2119c83_m.jpg -- 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/-/4WGkZjniSh0J. 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. -- Vote early, vote often, vote Rhinoceros! *http://tinyurl.com/d7muj2t* - Patrick Moore, Albuquerque, NM, USA 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] Re: lights
I have the MiNewt 600. I tried a Cateye then the Princeton EOS but neither were bright enough. Oddly, since I ride in semi lit areas, the dimmer lights did nothing and I needed a brighter light to see where I'm going. It's the contrast of bright soccer field lights but I'm on the path that's not lit and I couldn't see. If it's pitch black, dimmer lights are ok but if you have semi light then I actually need a brighter light to make any difference. You won't be disappointed with a really bright light and you can ride anytime. 600 lumens on high w/1 1/2 hr run time; 400 lumens on med w/3 hrs run time; 275 lumens on low w/4 1/2 hrs run time; total charge time is 4 1/2 hrs; no wires to run; USB rechargeable. Lezyne makes a pretty bright one but not as bright but nicer looking. On Monday, October 8, 2012 10:42:32 AM UTC-4, Don wrote: I would appreciate a discussion of the various option of putting lights (front and rear) on my Sam H. I don't plan on doing much after dark riding but would like to have the illumination for dusk and dawn situation while touring. I am thinking of such things as: battery versus generator, brands, models, placement. Any insights would be appreciated. Benefitting from the experience of others will be a big help. Thanks Don -- 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/-/arpLwZzsbfAJ. 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: lights
Leslie: different people have different eyes with different needs -- I for example have very bad night vision, explained by an ophthalmologist as the result of small pupils -- but many have claimed that very bright but unfocused lights can actually be counterproductive. I mentioned before my experience with an early HID system that was as bright, at least, as a car headlight: it was too bright close-up which made its distant beam much less effective. I found, even with my poor night vision, that less bright lights actually let me see better on an unlit bike path. I have no experience riding off road with very powerful lights; some say that this is where they shine (so to speak). That said, there is some merit to blindingly powerful lights when you ride atr night in the face of oncoming traffic, whose headlights tend to overwhelm all but the brightest bike lights. That said, in my own riding environment, there are only a couple of places where this is a real bother, and this is where I ride on a bike path adjacent to heavy traffic moving in the opposite direction. On other routes where I ride on the same side as auto traffic, thus separated from oncoming traffic by a lane, I don't have this problem -- this is the reason for auto low beams. The best lamps I've used are focused beam German ones like the Edeluxe and Cyo, but even much inferior lamps have worked, such as a pair of 50 lumen EOSes (this was some 8 years ago, when the EOS claimed 50 lumens each). On Wed, Oct 17, 2012 at 8:39 AM, pam pamelamurra...@gmail.com wrote: I have the MiNewt 600. I tried a Cateye then the Princeton EOS but neither were bright enough. Oddly, since I ride in semi lit areas, the dimmer lights did nothing and I needed a brighter light to see where I'm going. It's the contrast of bright soccer field lights but I'm on the path that's not lit and I couldn't see. If it's pitch black, dimmer lights are ok but if you have semi light then I actually need a brighter light to make any difference. You won't be disappointed with a really bright light and you can ride anytime. 600 lumens on high w/1 1/2 hr run time; 400 lumens on med w/3 hrs run time; 275 lumens on low w/4 1/2 hrs run time; total charge time is 4 1/2 hrs; no wires to run; USB rechargeable. Lezyne makes a pretty bright one but not as bright but nicer looking. On Monday, October 8, 2012 10:42:32 AM UTC-4, Don wrote: I would appreciate a discussion of the various option of putting lights (front and rear) on my Sam H. I don't plan on doing much after dark riding but would like to have the illumination for dusk and dawn situation while touring. I am thinking of such things as: battery versus generator, brands, models, placement. Any insights would be appreciated. Benefitting from the experience of others will be a big help. Thanks Don -- 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/-/arpLwZzsbfAJ. 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. -- Vote early, vote often, vote Rhinoceros! *http://tinyurl.com/d7muj2t* - Patrick Moore, Albuquerque, NM, USA 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] Re: Schwalbe Studded Tires for 650b wheels?
Yep, I concur with Patrick on pretty much everything he said about studded tires. They are fine on dry pavement. I actually also happen to live in Vermont, and, last winter, there were probably only a few days I really 'needed' the studs for the entire ride, but there are also little patches on every ride which were a tiny bit icy. I was also really happy last spring when I took them off and put regular tires back on, the bike felt so much better. One thing I learned quickly was I would forget that I didn't have studs on my shoes, and would put my feet down and slip (which can be painful/disastrous with a big riv between your legs lol). But the natural consequences helped me remember not to do that after a time or two. -- 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/-/4QFfiH919_0J. 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] Old Atlantis at Rivendell
Japanese, original fancy lugs, prescratched...this must have sat in the rafters for many years. My size, too. Yikes..I just bought a NIB Saluki. Somebody buy this quick so I don't have to! http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/wsf-0030.htm Joe yes, we have no money Bernard Vallejo, CA. -- 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/-/RfzoGQZNUxgJ. 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: Bay Area paint job recommendations?
Ed Litton. On Oct 16, 11:03 pm, Jared Volpe jaredvo...@gmail.com wrote: Any suggestions for a paint job in the Bay Area? -- You received 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: Old Atlantis at Rivendell
Just curious - is that the list differentiating Atlantis and Atlantis 2: - Old lugs, old crown, no mid-fork braze-ons, no kickstand plate. On Oct 17, 11:55 am, Joe Bernard joerem...@gmail.com wrote: Japanese, original fancy lugs, prescratched...this must have sat in the rafters for many years. My size, too. Yikes..I just bought a NIB Saluki. Somebody buy this quick so I don't have to! http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/wsf-0030.htm Joe yes, we have no money Bernard Vallejo, 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: Schwalbe Studded Tires for 650b wheels?
I wholeheartedly third what Patrick in VT and Zack just said. I put studded tires on my cyclomuter right before the first freeze, take them off right after the last and FORGET about them in between. The key is to forget about them and not let people shame you in to thinking you're doing something silly. (This is assuming you live someplace you would consider using them.) It'd be like wondering why you rode to work in the morning with a light on your bike even though you 'expected' to ride home while it was still light. Get decent tires with carbide tipped studs. Don't think of them as resistance training, but just know that you'll be so strong come spring. Cheers, BykMor On Wednesday, October 17, 2012 1:26:10 AM UTC-5, lungimsam wrote: Been reading about studded tires. Sounds like you must swap out wheels/tires for dry days, or have a second bike with studded tires on them only for snow/ice days. Reads like studs don't do well on dry pavement. But I bet they are really great on ice. probably life savers. Do they do the job well? -- 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/-/P4yENfu_Fd4J. 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: Old Atlantis at Rivendell
Nope, they all have the 2 on the seattube. It's a vague reference to the fact there was once a Bridgestone Atlantis. Joe Bernard Vallejo, CA. On Wednesday, October 17, 2012 9:20:51 AM UTC-7, Rick wrote: Just curious - is that the list differentiating Atlantis and Atlantis 2: - Old lugs, old crown, no mid-fork braze-ons, no kickstand plate. On Oct 17, 11:55 am, Joe Bernard joerem...@gmail.com wrote: Japanese, original fancy lugs, prescratched...this must have sat in the rafters for many years. My size, too. Yikes..I just bought a NIB Saluki. Somebody buy this quick so I don't have to! http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/wsf-0030.htm Joe yes, we have no money Bernard Vallejo, CA. -- 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/-/UGE3cCc3rh8J. 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] Old Atlantis at Rivendell
My size too and a good price. Don't think I can justify this, especially with a AHH and a Surly Troll. An Atlantis seems to overlap with these. Please someone buy it. Dan Abelson On Oct 17, 2012 10:55 AM, Joe Bernard joerem...@gmail.com wrote: Japanese, original fancy lugs, prescratched...this must have sat in the rafters for many years. My size, too. Yikes..I just bought a NIB Saluki. Somebody buy this quick so I don't have to! http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/wsf-0030.htm Joe yes, we have no money Bernard Vallejo, CA. -- 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/-/RfzoGQZNUxgJ. 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: lights
I have a Lezyne battery light (rechargeable) on my Mystery Bike, and it's absolutely terrific. I think the model is Super Drive something or other - 400 or 500 lumens, can't remember, but it's very bright and is a wonderful complement to a dynamo light (I have a Supernova on that bike), and I suspect would be great as a standalone light as well. As Pam notes, it's not the prettiest light, but it's really excellent on functionality. From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of pam Sent: Wednesday, October 17, 2012 10:40 AM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] Re: lights I have the MiNewt 600. I tried a Cateye then the Princeton EOS but neither were bright enough. Oddly, since I ride in semi lit areas, the dimmer lights did nothing and I needed a brighter light to see where I'm going. It's the contrast of bright soccer field lights but I'm on the path that's not lit and I couldn't see. If it's pitch black, dimmer lights are ok but if you have semi light then I actually need a brighter light to make any difference. You won't be disappointed with a really bright light and you can ride anytime. 600 lumens on high w/1 1/2 hr run time; 400 lumens on med w/3 hrs run time; 275 lumens on low w/4 1/2 hrs run time; total charge time is 4 1/2 hrs; no wires to run; USB rechargeable. Lezyne makes a pretty bright one but not as bright but nicer looking. On Monday, October 8, 2012 10:42:32 AM UTC-4, Don wrote: I would appreciate a discussion of the various option of putting lights (front and rear) on my Sam H. I don't plan on doing much after dark riding but would like to have the illumination for dusk and dawn situation while touring. I am thinking of such things as: battery versus generator, brands, models, placement. Any insights would be appreciated. Benefitting from the experience of others will be a big help. Thanks Don -- 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/-/arpLwZzsbfAJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.commailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.commailto:rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- To ensure compliance with Treasury Department regulations, we advise you that, unless otherwise expressly indicated, any federal tax advice contained in this message was not intended or written to be used, and cannot be used, for the purpose of (i) avoiding tax-related penalties under the Internal Revenue Code or applicable state or local tax law provisions or (ii) promoting, marketing or recommending to another party any tax-related matters addressed herein. This email (and any attachments thereto) is intended only for use by the addressee(s) named herein and may contain legally privileged and/or confidential information. If you are not the intended recipient of this email, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this email (and any attachments thereto) is strictly prohibited. If you receive this email in error please immediately notify me at (212) 735-3000 and permanently delete the original email (and any copy of any email) and any printout thereof. Further information about the firm, a list of the Partners and their professional qualifications will be provided upon request. == -- You received 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: Ergon PC2 Pedals, SRAM Doubletap shifters, Pearl Izumi jacket XL
SRAM 2x10 Apex Doubletap shifters. Just took these off a new Salsa Fargo 2, only one month old. They work perfect and are in mint condition–no scratches.$220 Shipped CONUS. Ergon PC2 Pedals. Like new condition, used 3 months. $60 Shipped CONUS. Pearl Izumi Vagabond men's convertible jacket. Size XL, red. Sleeves zip off and stow in back pocket which converts into fanny pack. Quite clever. Very good condition. $40 Shipped CONUS. Take $5 off for each combined item going to same address in same box. Pictures here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/48044796@N02/ -- 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/-/_mKiZ7QehAkJ. 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: What should I do with my slightly-too-small bike?
With everyone's input, I think I will put the Riv back in fighting trim - that is to say, 700c wheels again, no fenders - and keep it as a road bike for now. In the meantime, I'll still be dreaming about touring bikes with short top tubes, and I may pass on my 609 wheels or rims to the next person who'd like to experiment with them. Thank you all so much for your comments. -- 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/-/DcmEJo-LxlIJ. 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] My new 65 Homer.
Here are some pics: http://www.flickr.com/photos/marcus80/ On Tuesday, October 16, 2012 2:30:56 PM UTC-4, Peter M wrote: Ride the heck out of it, then in a couple of years treat yourself to a custom paint job! On Mon, Oct 15, 2012 at 5:59 PM, David Verrinder dverr...@gmail.comjavascript: wrote: I had a similar experience buying and building my Hillborne. My advice? Revel in the look! It is a sign of solid, comfortable cycling unknown to those who plagiarized the racing look without even knowing it. David On Sun, Oct 14, 2012 at 7:23 PM, Marcus80 marc...@aol.com javascript:wrote: Jeez, I really sweat the details on this bike, my first new bike since a 1997 Indy Fab Deluxe. I poured over every write up, pic and mention I could find both before, during and after the order. It was all handled by Keven, who was great to talk to. It took 8 or 9 weeks, start to finish, so I had a lot of time to second guess every single thing. I went with noodles, and I really like them, but I still want albatross bars, too. So anyway, I get this thing, pull it out of the box, put it together and add the rest of the small stuff I had envisioned for it, and VOILA!, it looks just like everyone else's Rivendell. I fear that I have super saturated my brain with Rivendell oriented images, and where once I could easily pick out the subtleties of other builds, the entirety of it all, sitting here staring back at me, I almost feel like I plagarized the whole look. I feel like an imposter. Don't get me wrong, I think that it's gorgeous...I don't know..maybe its just to damned clean.and there is a solution to that. Ive been riding the same bike for so long, I almost feel like I'm cheating on it. If you see me out there, (Boston area) and think that I stole your look, I probably didsorry -- 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/-/zdZR0vf_yMsJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.comjavascript: . To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bun...@googlegroups.com javascript:. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- Cheers, David David Verrinder 406-646-6813 dverr...@gmail.com javascript: -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.comjavascript: . To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bun...@googlegroups.com javascript:. 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 view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/pkk9AoT44wkJ. 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: 60cm Quickbeam
Hey Riv owners, I'm desperately in search of a 60cm Quickbeam, and open to any of the models (green, orange or silver). Last week my wife and I made the trip to Walnut Creek and were just blown away by the quality of the products and friendly staff, and I now know it's time to finally own one! -- 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/-/wvh7axnZ9T8J. 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: 57cm Bleriot plus extras
Justin - I just joined after finally figuring out the kind of bike I like is no longer made! I am selling my old Italian road bike so if your Bleriot is still for sale and it works out in time I would definitely be very interested. I hope to sell it soon of course. Brent Avery Vancouver, B.C., Canada On Wednesday, October 3, 2012 3:02:29 PM UTC-7, justin...@gmail.com wrote: Made an impulse buy so this has gotta go ASAP! 57cm Bleriot F/F/HS Paint is very good. Normal use scrapes on dropouts and drive side chain stay. Small, hardly noticeable ding in top tube. Can't get it to show up on camera! Tange headset Truvativ 113mm bb, sealed bearing. Almost 0 miles. Berthoud 40mm fenders. Good condition but drilled for mudflaps already! Stay classy. Dia-Compe center pulls. The long ones that Riv sold. Plus Kool Stop Salmon pads. Vintage (90s) Deore LX derailleur Dura-Ace front derailleur Shimano bar end shifters with pods n stops. Nitto Dynamic 10cm stem Nitto 45 randonneur bars Col de la vie tires Shimano brake levers Cheapie Miyata crankset with chain guard (no added cost!) You'd need: Seatpost Cables Chain Wheel set Chain Cassette Tubes And some elbow grease and you'd be rolling! In Philly. 800 local for the package. Package only! 800 + real shipping. Can't ship until my impulse purchase SimpleOne gets here! That will be before ictober 11th I've been told. Email me off list! -Justin -- 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/-/plqR5R-WqyIJ. 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] Anyone use a bike horn? Please recommend.
I like the Airzound for the same reasons. It's fairly unintrusive to the bike, especially if you have a 3rd waterbottle mount. Daniel Yorba Linda, CA On Monday, October 15, 2012 8:43:46 PM UTC-7, Kerry Kunsman wrote: You may not like them, but an air horn is exactly what I use, and have for quite a number of years. Mine is the Airzound, by Delta http://deltacycle.com/Airzound-Bike-Horn. I've been a bike commuter for the past 18 years and find the horn quite handy if I think someone on a side street is not paying attention, or starts moving to the right while I'm beside them. I fill it up every couple of weeks. I don't have to use it much; if you do you may be doing something wrong. :-) BTW, I have the horn mounted behind a 'bar tube' type bar bag on my mustache bars and it's barely noticeable. And I have been able to tuck the air bottle between the chainstays and rear fender for a neater installation. You can't do that with a racer, but you might be able to do that with a Riv, or Rivish bike. Kerry Kunsman San Diego, CA At 07:51 PM 10/15/2012, lungimsam wrote: I am looking for something LOUD to grab motorists attention. After getting broadsided last week, I am really paranoid about waiting traffic not seeing me as they enter roadway when I am coming down the main thoroughfare. Don't wanna get hit again. Was wondering what you all use. I have seen the airhorns, but they take up so much space and ugly up the bike. -- 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/-/0oHhNMuqBKwJ. 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 - 60cm Velo Orange Polyvalent - Excellent Condition
I have a Velo Orange Polyvalent MK II that I am putting up for sale. A nice low trail, 650b all around bike. This bike has been well taken care of and is ready to ride. I will professionally box the bike and ship with a tracking number via UPS. I am asking $1150 shipped. Here are some specs and history. Pictures - http://www.flickr.com/photos/88812572@N06/sets/72157631792205201/with/8097354527/ Frame geo and info - http://store.velo-orange.com/index.php/frames/polyvalent/polyvalent-mkii.html - No saddle or pedals included. - 60cm VO Polyvalent MK II frame and fork. The frame is about 1 yr old and has seen about 1000 miles. - The wheels are brand new, and hand built, zero miles. Tiagra hubs on Velocity Synergy rims. DT 2.0 spokes on the front and drive side, and 1.8 on the rear non-drive side. Brass nipples. - Tires are Panaracer Col de la vie. They measure about 36mm wide. The tires are in OK shape, and have seen about 1000 miles. - Honjo fenders are still functional and look good, but have been drilled more than once for different bikes. This leaves some extra holes. The front has been trimmed to keep from hitting branches or rocks, and a mudflap added to keep the same protection. - Campagnolo Veloce compact crank. 50/34 rings still in great shape. - 11-34 9spd shimano cassette. Still in great shape. - Newer Sram 951 chain with no measurable wear. - Ultegra rear derailleur. - Shimano FD-4503 front derailleur. - VO sealed headset. - Nitto dirt drop 26.0 stem with about 2” of adjustment up or down from where it is at in the pictures. - Nitto 48cm noodle bar. - Tektro brake levers and Tektro Onyx brakes with newer Koolstop salmon pads. - Aluminum laprade-style seatpost. - Shimano barend shifters. They only work in friction mode. - Greenfield kickstand. - Fitted with brand new cables and housing, and bartape. - Weighs about 26.5lbs without pedals. -- 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/-/iq753vagINMJ. 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: RE: [RBW] Re: Marginally OT
Joan: Thanks! Did you see on Flickr that I broke down and gave my son Hank (you met him in College Park) the SimpleOne? His company has made provisions for inside storage, so he's off and running on daily 5 mile (one way) commute. Love to get together for a ride sometime when I'm down there visiting with Hank. And you need to get signed up for Riv Rally East! Tom From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Joan Oppel Sent: Tuesday, October 16, 2012 4:58 PM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: RE: [RBW] Re: Marginally OT Tom - congratulations! That is an amazing bike, and an amazing experience (we talked about it a little when you visited for Grant's visit). Very impressive. It must be thrilling to ride a bike you made yourself. Thanks for all the different angle pictures Joan PS - I share your enthusiasm for Hetres. Got my first flat in over 2 years/3,000 miles about 2 weeks ago. Their versatility is outstanding. On 10/16/12, Allingham II, Thomas Jthomas.alling...@skadden.com wrote: It was fantastic. Mike is a great teacher, and a master builder, and a great guy, too. I wasn't particularly gifted at welding, but he walks you carefully through the process, and it's a fair statement to say that I built the frame (with indispensable help from Mike). A couple of times when I burned through a tube at the joint, he simply saddles up the torch and repairs the hole so it barely showed, and was invisible (to me, anyway) after filing. It's truly a soup to nuts experience - in the A.N.T Bike and Camp set on my stream, you can see a pic of the pile of tubes that became my bike, and a lot of pics of steps along the way. The cost is high ($3,000 for the week, including great lunches!), but in my mind totally worth it, and if you want to keep building, Mike is extremely generous with post-class support. And, of course, you end up with your very own custom A.N.T. bike! From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.commailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com]On Behalf Of Zack Sent: Tuesday, October 16, 2012 10:36 AM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.commailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] Re: Marginally OT It's beautiful. Would love to hear more about the experience of building the frame too! -- 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/-/GYNg5k1Rd8sJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.commailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.commailto:rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- To ensure compliance with Treasury Department regulations, we advise you that, unless otherwise expressly indicated, any federal tax advice contained in this message was not intended or written to be used, and cannot be used, for the purpose of (i) avoiding tax-related penalties under the Internal Revenue Code or applicable state or local tax law provisions or (ii) promoting, marketing or recommending to another party any tax-related matters addressed herein. This email (and any attachments thereto) is intended only for use by the addressee(s) named herein and may contain legally privileged and/or confidential information. If you are not the intended recipient of this email, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this email (and any attachments thereto) is strictly prohibited. If you receive this email in error please immediately notify me at (212) 735-3000 and permanently delete the original email (and any copy of any email) and any printout thereof. Further information about the firm, a list of the Partners and their professional qualifications will be provided upon request. == -- You received 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
[RBW] Re: FS: 57cm Bleriot plus extras
Hey there Brent - Welcome to the group! Just so you know the lineage - the Bleriot was a simplified version of the Saluki. The Saluki was combined into the 650B/584 tire size end of the A. Homer Hilsen range, so those models are essentially the same as the Bleriot. http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/f-hilsen.htm The 52 cm version of the Sam Hillborne would also use the set wheelsize, and be reasonably similar in approach. http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/f-hillborne-blue.htm Bleriots do show up from time to time used, of course. There is a history page here: http://cyclofiend.com/rbw/bleriot/ Hope that helps a bit! - Jim / cyclofiend.com On Tuesday, October 16, 2012 11:57:00 AM UTC-7, Brent wrote: Justin - I just joined after finally figuring out the kind of bike I like is no longer made! I am selling my old Italian road bike so if your Bleriot is still for sale and it works out in time I would definitely be very interested. I hope to sell it soon of course. Brent Avery Vancouver, B.C., Canada On Wednesday, October 3, 2012 3:02:29 PM UTC-7, justin...@gmail.com wrote: Made an impulse buy so this has gotta go ASAP! 57cm Bleriot F/F/HS Paint is very good. Normal use scrapes on dropouts and drive side chain stay. Small, hardly noticeable ding in top tube. Can't get it to show up on camera! Tange headset Truvativ 113mm bb, sealed bearing. Almost 0 miles. Berthoud 40mm fenders. Good condition but drilled for mudflaps already! Stay classy. Dia-Compe center pulls. The long ones that Riv sold. Plus Kool Stop Salmon pads. Vintage (90s) Deore LX derailleur Dura-Ace front derailleur Shimano bar end shifters with pods n stops. Nitto Dynamic 10cm stem Nitto 45 randonneur bars Col de la vie tires Shimano brake levers Cheapie Miyata crankset with chain guard (no added cost!) You'd need: Seatpost Cables Chain Wheel set Chain Cassette Tubes And some elbow grease and you'd be rolling! In Philly. 800 local for the package. Package only! 800 + real shipping. Can't ship until my impulse purchase SimpleOne gets here! That will be before ictober 11th I've been told. Email me off list! -Justin -- 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/-/eXHeJSu539IJ. 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: FSA Metropolis 2-Speed Interal-Geared Crankset
Bobby - I don't know. I think I'd just sit on the seat and take my feet off the pedals, brake, and shift back into the harder gear in order to slow the pedals down enough to re-engage. The scenario is frailin' down a hill in top gear, then dropping (accidentally) into low gear, right? Philip www.biketinker.com On Monday, October 15, 2012 4:50:45 PM UTC-7, Montclair BobbyB wrote: Philip: I'm curious... When you're flying along at a pretty good clip (in 3rd gear, fixie mode) and you're wheel is spinning at, say 120+ rpm, and you downshift to second gear, does your cadence abruptly accelerate to the point of wanting to toss you over the bars, or is it relatively smooth? I would think that might put an awful strain on the internal gearing... What's it like? (I submitted a question to Sam Patterson, developer of the Metropolis crankset, asking whether I can ride it in fixie mode... haven't received his reply yet.) BB On Monday, October 15, 2012 7:13:49 PM UTC-4, Philip Williamson wrote: I have an S3X wheel that's about to go back into service. I like it. You can also slide two splined cogs on for a dingle setup on the 3sp fixed IGH. Conceivably you could have a low range and a high range. I had that setup, but changed out the cranks before I actually used the low gear range. Thanks for reminding me, I think I may set that up this time around again. I may be in the market for an inexpensive double crankset, then... Philip www.biketinker.com On Monday, October 15, 2012 11:25:49 AM UTC-7, Montclair BobbyB wrote: I haven't tried the S3X yet, but it sure looks like a cool idea. I run a flip-flop hub, so with the Metropolis I can have a choice of FW or Fixed (pretty much on-demand), as long as I carry my 15mm wrench for the rear wheel nut. Eric, you can slightly feel the gears working in high gear (a kind of ratchety feel; not necessarily fragile, but... different). I still have an innate fear of destroying the innerds of my IG hubs... something I probably need to get over... I haven't really stomped on the pedals yet. FSA warrants the crankset for 2 years, but apparently not for mountain bike use. (Don't know whether it's due to the extra gunk or extra stress). Only time will tell. BB On Monday, October 15, 2012 12:18:45 PM UTC-4, Patrick Moore wrote: Forgot to add as usual: you can thread either a fixed cog or a freewheel onto the hub driver, so it also gives you a choice. On Mon, Oct 15, 2012 at 10:17 AM, PATRICK MOORE bert...@gmail.com wrote: What's wrong with this? http://www.sturmey-archer.com/products/hubs/cid/3/id/47 On Mon, Oct 15, 2012 at 9:45 AM, Colin Bortner colin@gmail.com wrote: Awesome! If the FSA doesn't work out fixed, but you fall in love with the idea of a two-speed fixed-gear, Schlumpf's cranks were redesigned a few years ago to be fixed-gear compatible: http://www.haberstock-mobility.com/en/products/schlumpf-drive.html Overview Schlumpf-for-fixed from German Bedovelo: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QHeVme8Bmgc Looking forward to updates on the Metropolis! On Mon, Oct 15, 2012 at 9:29 AM, Montclair BobbyB montcla...@gmail.com wrote: Yes, I'm seriously considering it... although I wonder whether it would trash the internals... (but in the name of science, I feel it's my obligation to try...) BB On Monday, October 15, 2012 9:02:08 AM UTC-4, David Spranger wrote: Nice! I got two speeds out of my SimpleOne by using a SRAM Automatix 2 speed hub with which I have been very satisfied at approximately 6000 mostly commuting miles. Your solution has one distinct advantage in that you could do a two speed fixed gear if you wished. David Charlotte, NC -- 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/-/yvheAv6unusJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bun...@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-owne...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bun...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- Vote early, vote often, vote Rhinoceros! http://tinyurl.com/d7muj2t - Patrick Moore, Albuquerque, NM, USA For professional resumes, contact Patrick Moore, ACRW http://resumespecialties.com/index.html - -- Vote early, vote often,
[RBW] Re: Bay Area paint job recommendations?
I recommend Maas Brothers Powder Coating in Livermore: http://www.maasbrothersinc.com/ They did a fantastic job on my frame (lots of smoke damage, melted paint, etc.) and only charged me $150. Corwin On Tuesday, October 16, 2012 11:03:07 PM UTC-7, Jared Volpe wrote: Any suggestions for a paint job in the Bay Area? -- 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/-/B_-UUtAIkEEJ. 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: various wheels
I have lots of wheels that I'm not using anymore. All are handbuilt by me. Please contact offlist if interested. White Industries Eccentric ENO fix/free 135 mm 36h on Dyad rim, Wheelsmith 14g spokes, all silver. Used but good condition. $195 shipped. Includes White Industries 15t fixed cog and lockring. I have other White Industries fixed cogs for it, too, which I will sell separately. These cogs are beautifully made and a proprietary design, which is, IMO, the most smartly designed fixed-cog attachment system available. Schmidt SON28 (classic style) 36h on Dyad. All silver. The rim is somewhat worn on the brake surface, but is perfectly true and has a fair bit of life left in it. $195 shipped. Matching front to the ENO wheel above. Shimano XT M775 32h Sun-Ringle 29 EQ23 disc-only rim. Rim and hub are black, spokes are silver Wheelsmith double-butted. Includes 160 mm disc rotor and Stan's rim tape. Lightly used. This is one of the lighter-weight metal 29 rear wheels you'll find. $170 shipped Shimano Alfine front dynamo 32h Sun-Ringle 29 EQ23 disc-only rim. Rim and hub are black, spokes are silver Wheelsmith double-butted. Includes 160 mm disc rotor and Stan's rim tape. Lightly used. $170 shipped. Matches the XT wheel above. Discount of $30 if you buy the set. Shimano Alfine front dynamo 32h on 26 Alex Adventurer. Hub is black. Rim is black with machined sidewall. Silver Wheelsmith 14g spokes. Used, but barely. $160 shipped. Shimano Deore front hub 36h radially laced to Velocity Aerohead 700C 28h. Unorthodox 36h/28h hub/rim pairing, but works fine. All silver. Like new. A very lightweight front wheel. $100 shipped. Shimano XM M775 36h laced to Sun Ringle EQ31 26 disc-only rim. This is a heavy-duty rear wheel suitable for loaded touring or other abusive practices. Includes SRAM 990 11-32 cassette and disc rotor. Used, but good condition. $185 shipped. -- 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/-/xwKqpX5YuvoJ. 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: Old Atlantis at Rivendell
Whew1 At that price, a little beausage is easily overlooked. With inflation, that's less than I paid in 2003. dougP On Wednesday, October 17, 2012 8:55:48 AM UTC-7, Joe Bernard wrote: Japanese, original fancy lugs, prescratched...this must have sat in the rafters for many years. My size, too. Yikes..I just bought a NIB Saluki. Somebody buy this quick so I don't have to! http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/wsf-0030.htm Joe yes, we have no money Bernard Vallejo, CA. -- 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/-/D51jEXS0Mu0J. 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: Bill Walton's bike
honest to goodness, that man needs real 28 inch wheels! marc On Tuesday, October 16, 2012 6:03:27 PM UTC-4, Aaron Thomas wrote: As pictured outside my LBShttp://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/526012_10151515133681729_1153346723_n.jpg. Get that man a second top tube! His head tube is probably as long as my seat tube... -- 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/-/CK62OEPpgpAJ. 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] Homer Inspired Custom
A buddy of mine is making the leap from building bikes for someone else to building them under his own name. I jumped at the opportunity to be his first paying customer. When he asked to see the bike that fits me best, I of course brought out my 65 AHH. A few reference measurements were made but the new bike is not a copy. It's designed around 50mm tires, disc brakes, and lower trail. The under tube is an ode to a tan colored 2TT beach cruiser I had 20 years ago. Also, like that old beach cruiser, this new bike will be tig welded. I love the lugs and cream windows on my Homer but sometimes I feel like it's just too fancy to lock up and walk away in various parts of town. Tig welded plain-ness for anonymity. There's not a whole lot to look at yet, but I thought other's might be interested to watch it come together... Pics herehttp://www.flickr.com/photos/bikeforvictory/sets/72157631718055369/. Also maybe of interest is that if you scroll back far enough in the linked photo-stream there are some interesting bikes built under another (perhaps familiar) name. Full report when it's rideable. --Andy -- 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/-/wxZJbstS5_QJ. 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: 57cm Bleriot plus extras
Sadly it's been sold! -J -- 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/-/O2297xzENyAJ. 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: Old Atlantis at Rivendell
Whip. Thank goodness that does not fit me. It's a deal. -- 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/-/OqdUngPZN6EJ. 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: Old Atlantis at Rivendell
There's one in your size too: http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/wsf-0026.htm jim m wc ca On Wed, Oct 17, 2012 at 2:41 PM, Mojo gjtra...@yahoo.com wrote: Whip. Thank goodness that does not fit me. It's a deal. -- 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/-/OqdUngPZN6EJ. 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] Marginally OT
Fantastic project! Congratulations on your new creation. René On Wednesday, October 17, 2012, Allingham II, Thomas J wrote: Joan: ** ** Thanks! Did you see on Flickr that I broke down and gave my son Hank (you met him in College Park) the SimpleOne? His company has made provisions for inside storage, so he’s off and running on daily 5 mile (one way) commute. Love to get together for a ride sometime when I’m down there visiting with Hank. And you need to get signed up for Riv Rally East! ** ** Tom ** ** *From:* rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com javascript:_e({}, 'cvml', 'rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com'); [mailto: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com javascript:_e({}, 'cvml', 'rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com');] *On Behalf Of *Joan Oppel *Sent:* Tuesday, October 16, 2012 4:58 PM *To:* rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com javascript:_e({}, 'cvml', 'rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com'); *Subject:* Re: RE: [RBW] Re: Marginally OT ** ** Tom - congratulations! That is an amazing bike, and an amazing experience (we talked about it a little when you visited for Grant's visit). Very impressive. It must be thrilling to ride a bike you made yourself. Thanks for all the different angle pictures Joan PS - I share your enthusiasm for Hetres. Got my first flat in over 2 years/3,000 miles about 2 weeks ago. Their versatility is outstanding. * *** On 10/16/12, Allingham II, Thomas Jthomas.alling...@skadden.com wrote:** ** It was fantastic. Mike is a great teacher, and a master builder, and a great guy, too. I wasn’t particularly gifted at welding, but he walks you carefully through the process, and it’s a fair statement to say that I built the frame (with indispensable help from Mike). A couple of times when I burned through a tube at the joint, he simply saddles up the torch and repairs the hole so it barely showed, and was invisible (to me, anyway) after filing. It’s truly a soup to nuts experience – in the A.N.T Bike and Camp set on my stream, you can see a pic of the pile of tubes that became my bike, and a lot of pics of steps along the way. The cost is high ($3,000 for the week, including great lunches!), but in my mind totally worth it, and if you want to keep building, Mike is extremely generous with post-class support. And, of course, you end up with your very own custom A.N.T. bike! *From:* rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [ mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com]*On Behalf Of *Zack *Sent:* Tuesday, October 16, 2012 10:36 AM *To:* rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com *Subject:* [RBW] Re: Marginally OT It's beautiful. Would love to hear more about the experience of building the frame too!*** * -- 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/-/GYNg5k1Rd8sJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubsc -- To ensure compliance with Treasury Department regulations, we advise you that, unless otherwise expressly indicated, any federal tax advice contained in this message was not intended or written to be used, and cannot be used, for the purpose of (i) avoiding tax-related penalties under the Internal Revenue Code or applicable state or local tax law provisions or (ii) promoting, marketing or recommending to another party any tax-related matters addressed herein. This email (and any attachments thereto) is intended only for use by the addressee(s) named herein and may contain legally privileged and/or confidential information. If you are not the intended recipient of this email, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this email (and any attachments thereto) is strictly prohibited. If you receive this email in error please immediately notify me at (212) 735-3000 and permanently delete the original email (and any copy of any email) and any printout thereof. Further information about the firm, a list of the Partners and their professional qualifications will be provided upon request. == -- You received 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.comjavascript:_e({}, 'cvml', 'rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com'); . To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com
Re: [RBW] Homer Inspired Custom
That wonderful crown *and* disk brakes? My kind of bike! Please share complete frameset and build. Non Rivish question: what tubing? On Wed, Oct 17, 2012 at 2:57 PM, Andy Smitty Schmidt 54ca...@gmail.com wrote: A buddy of mine is making the leap from building bikes for someone else to building them under his own name. I jumped at the opportunity to be his first paying customer. When he asked to see the bike that fits me best, I of course brought out my 65 AHH. A few reference measurements were made but the new bike is not a copy. It's designed around 50mm tires, disc brakes, and lower trail. The under tube is an ode to a tan colored 2TT beach cruiser I had 20 years ago. Also, like that old beach cruiser, this new bike will be tig welded. I love the lugs and cream windows on my Homer but sometimes I feel like it's just too fancy to lock up and walk away in various parts of town. Tig welded plain-ness for anonymity. There's not a whole lot to look at yet, but I thought other's might be interested to watch it come together... Pics here. Also maybe of interest is that if you scroll back far enough in the linked photo-stream there are some interesting bikes built under another (perhaps familiar) name. Full report when it's rideable. --Andy -- 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/-/wxZJbstS5_QJ. 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. -- Vote early, vote often, vote Rhinoceros! http://tinyurl.com/d7muj2t - Patrick Moore, Albuquerque, NM, USA 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] Anyone use a bike horn? Please recommend.
I had an AirZound, but stopped using it after a short time. I felt that I was using it too much and becoming more aggressive. I also found, as alluded to by Mike, that there's often not time to deal with the horn, it's better to just be visible and react to the hazard. IME, If you see it and have time to honk, you also have time to respond. For the same reason I don't think I've ever used the horn on my car either. The AirZound sat in my parts box for about 10 years until the hose disintegrated and I threw it out. Whatever you do, please don't use it on pedestrians! On Wed, Oct 17, 2012 at 11:02 AM, Daniel datadatadan...@gmail.com wrote: I like the Airzound for the same reasons. It's fairly unintrusive to the bike, especially if you have a 3rd waterbottle mount. Daniel Yorba Linda, CA On Monday, October 15, 2012 8:43:46 PM UTC-7, Kerry Kunsman wrote: You may not like them, but an air horn is exactly what I use, and have for quite a number of years. Mine is the Airzound, by Delta http://deltacycle.com/**Airzound-Bike-Hornhttp://deltacycle.com/Airzound-Bike-Horn. I've been a bike commuter for the past 18 years and find the horn quite handy if I think someone on a side street is not paying attention, or starts moving to the right while I'm beside them. I fill it up every couple of weeks. I don't have to use it much; if you do you may be doing something wrong. :-) BTW, I have the horn mounted behind a 'bar tube' type bar bag on my mustache bars and it's barely noticeable. And I have been able to tuck the air bottle between the chainstays and rear fender for a neater installation. You can't do that with a racer, but you might be able to do that with a Riv, or Rivish bike. Kerry Kunsman San Diego, CA At 07:51 PM 10/15/2012, lungimsam wrote: I am looking for something LOUD to grab motorists attention. After getting broadsided last week, I am really paranoid about waiting traffic not seeing me as they enter roadway when I am coming down the main thoroughfare. Don't wanna get hit again. Was wondering what you all use. I have seen the airhorns, but they take up so much space and ugly up the bike. -- 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/-/0oHhNMuqBKwJ. 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: Old Atlantis at Rivendell
A low price, and prescratched so I don't have to worry about causing the first one (I'm gonna be unbearable about it with my Saluki). Love the name, the color, the headbadge...hey, who wants to buy a '94 MB-1 with very nice period upgrades, and an immaculate polished-aluminum '95 Marin MTB!!? :) Joe Everything must go!! Bernard Vallejo, CA. On Wednesday, October 17, 2012 2:42:28 PM UTC-7, Jim M. wrote: There's one in your size too: http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/wsf-0026.htm jim m wc ca On Wed, Oct 17, 2012 at 2:41 PM, Mojo gjtr...@yahoo.com javascript:wrote: Whip. Thank goodness that does not fit me. It's a deal. -- 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/-/OqdUngPZN6EJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.comjavascript: . To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bun...@googlegroups.com javascript:. 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 view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/twqvI9nFVLAJ. 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: Old Atlantis at Rivendell
Phew, it's gone and my marriage is safe. Toshi -- You received 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] My new 65 Homer.
No offense intended but looking over the buildup it is amazing so methinks I smell the humble brag at work here. Paul Brakes, Phil hub, SON 28 generator, Giles bag, Tubus Rack. Every part of this bike is top shelf all the way. Anyone who knows bikes will admire this build and not have a thought that it isnt unique enough. I mean you have nearly color matched zip ties!! :) On Tue, Oct 16, 2012 at 5:03 PM, Marcus80 marcu...@aol.com wrote: Here are some pics: http://www.flickr.com/photos/marcus80/ On Tuesday, October 16, 2012 2:30:56 PM UTC-4, Peter M wrote: Ride the heck out of it, then in a couple of years treat yourself to a custom paint job! On Mon, Oct 15, 2012 at 5:59 PM, David Verrinder dverr...@gmail.comwrote: I had a similar experience buying and building my Hillborne. My advice? Revel in the look! It is a sign of solid, comfortable cycling unknown to those who plagiarized the racing look without even knowing it. David On Sun, Oct 14, 2012 at 7:23 PM, Marcus80 marc...@aol.com wrote: Jeez, I really sweat the details on this bike, my first new bike since a 1997 Indy Fab Deluxe. I poured over every write up, pic and mention I could find both before, during and after the order. It was all handled by Keven, who was great to talk to. It took 8 or 9 weeks, start to finish, so I had a lot of time to second guess every single thing. I went with noodles, and I really like them, but I still want albatross bars, too. So anyway, I get this thing, pull it out of the box, put it together and add the rest of the small stuff I had envisioned for it, and VOILA!, it looks just like everyone else's Rivendell. I fear that I have super saturated my brain with Rivendell oriented images, and where once I could easily pick out the subtleties of other builds, the entirety of it all, sitting here staring back at me, I almost feel like I plagarized the whole look. I feel like an imposter. Don't get me wrong, I think that it's gorgeous...I don't know..maybe its just to damned clean.and there is a solution to that. Ive been riding the same bike for so long, I almost feel like I'm cheating on it. If you see me out there, (Boston area) and think that I stole your look, I probably didsorry -- 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/-/**zdZR0vf_yMsJhttps://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/zdZR0vf_yMsJ . To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.**com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bun...@** googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/** group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=enhttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en . -- Cheers, David David Verrinder 406-646-6813 dverr...@gmail.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-owne...@googlegroups.**com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bun...@** googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/** group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=enhttp://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 view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/pkk9AoT44wkJ. 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] Anyone use a bike horn? Please recommend.
I used the Zounds for a couple of years when I commuted W-E and return across town on one of ABQ's busiest boulevards (Central from Atrisco 10 miles to a mile or so east of Eubank). I found it as useful as a car horn: true, if you can honk, you can react, but that leaves out one big benefit of horns bicycle and automobile, to wit, **to express your indignation**. And this country is all about free expression, right? (I assume that one expresses his indignation only when such expression is reasonable.) Seriously -- all kidding aside -- I think that a loud blast of horn may well have a beneficial effect on someone who, cluelessly or simply by miscalculation, is infringing dangerously on a cyclist's rights. For example, a motorist about to pull out unsafely from a rider's right, simply because he or she is unable to process the cyclist's approaching speed and because the driver is simply not used to having to accomodate cyclists. That said, I gave up on mine because it was too bulky, flimsy, and because I kept forgetting to keep the pressure up. It finally decayed in my parts box. I did use it once against (the word deliberately chosen) pedestrians: on the bike path, some adolescent boys ignored my shouts, bell, screams, all well in advance of our conjunction, continuing to horseplay across the full width of the path. I finally gave them a blast and was pleased to see them very quickly wake up and jump to safety. On Wed, Oct 17, 2012 at 4:23 PM, Rex Kerr rexk...@gmail.com wrote: I had an AirZound, but stopped using it after a short time. I felt that I was using it too much and becoming more aggressive. I also found, as alluded to by Mike, that there's often not time to deal with the horn, it's better to just be visible and react to the hazard. IME, If you see it and have time to honk, you also have time to respond. For the same reason I don't think I've ever used the horn on my car either. The AirZound sat in my parts box for about 10 years until the hose disintegrated and I threw it out. Whatever you do, please don't use it on pedestrians! -- You received 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: Old Atlantis at Rivendell
Phew! Single, but the credit card doesn't need any more hits right now.. Joe On Wednesday, October 17, 2012 3:28:47 PM UTC-7, ttoshi wrote: Phew, it's gone and my marriage is safe. Toshi -- 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/-/nr0zDlBOjL8J. 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: Old Atlantis at Rivendell
That Atlantis was gone like yesterday's dreams... -- 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/-/jD_ZR9UefDIJ. 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] My new 65 Homer.
Hmm..I see your point, Peter. My Saluki has some top-shelf stuff awaiting it, too. But no worries..I'll be braggin' like a fool! Joe Bernard Vallejo, CA. On Wednesday, October 17, 2012 3:36:52 PM UTC-7, Peter M wrote: No offense intended but looking over the buildup it is amazing so methinks I smell the humble brag at work here. Paul Brakes, Phil hub, SON 28 generator, Giles bag, Tubus Rack. Every part of this bike is top shelf all the way. Anyone who knows bikes will admire this build and not have a thought that it isnt unique enough. I mean you have nearly color matched zip ties!! :) On Tue, Oct 16, 2012 at 5:03 PM, Marcus80 marc...@aol.com javascript:wrote: Here are some pics: http://www.flickr.com/photos/marcus80/ On Tuesday, October 16, 2012 2:30:56 PM UTC-4, Peter M wrote: Ride the heck out of it, then in a couple of years treat yourself to a custom paint job! On Mon, Oct 15, 2012 at 5:59 PM, David Verrinder dverr...@gmail.comwrote: I had a similar experience buying and building my Hillborne. My advice? Revel in the look! It is a sign of solid, comfortable cycling unknown to those who plagiarized the racing look without even knowing it. David On Sun, Oct 14, 2012 at 7:23 PM, Marcus80 marc...@aol.com wrote: Jeez, I really sweat the details on this bike, my first new bike since a 1997 Indy Fab Deluxe. I poured over every write up, pic and mention I could find both before, during and after the order. It was all handled by Keven, who was great to talk to. It took 8 or 9 weeks, start to finish, so I had a lot of time to second guess every single thing. I went with noodles, and I really like them, but I still want albatross bars, too. So anyway, I get this thing, pull it out of the box, put it together and add the rest of the small stuff I had envisioned for it, and VOILA!, it looks just like everyone else's Rivendell. I fear that I have super saturated my brain with Rivendell oriented images, and where once I could easily pick out the subtleties of other builds, the entirety of it all, sitting here staring back at me, I almost feel like I plagarized the whole look. I feel like an imposter. Don't get me wrong, I think that it's gorgeous...I don't know..maybe its just to damned clean.and there is a solution to that. Ive been riding the same bike for so long, I almost feel like I'm cheating on it. If you see me out there, (Boston area) and think that I stole your look, I probably didsorry -- 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/-/**zdZR0vf_yMsJhttps://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/zdZR0vf_yMsJ . To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.**com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bun...@** googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/** group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=enhttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en . -- Cheers, David David Verrinder 406-646-6813 dverr...@gmail.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-owne...@googlegroups.**com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bun...@** googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/** group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=enhttp://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 view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/pkk9AoT44wkJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.comjavascript: . To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bun...@googlegroups.com javascript:. 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 view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/lRz1NJpnr0IJ. 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: Old Atlantis at Rivendell
That Atlantis was tooked... -- 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/-/nnQ7e8n0uO8J. 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: Old Atlantis at Rivendell
That's not 'cho Atlantis...! -- 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/-/AyOKXPxVizsJ. 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: Old Atlantis at Rivendell
That Atlantis was gone so fast; they're gonna have to put a number 3 on the next one's seat tube! -- 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/-/Lo6mCe9SjpAJ. 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] My new 65 Homer.
That's what I like to hear! On Oct 17, 2012 6:59 PM, Joe Bernard joerem...@gmail.com wrote: Hmm..I see your point, Peter. My Saluki has some top-shelf stuff awaiting it, too. But no worries..I'll be braggin' like a fool! Joe Bernard Vallejo, CA. On Wednesday, October 17, 2012 3:36:52 PM UTC-7, Peter M wrote: No offense intended but looking over the buildup it is amazing so methinks I smell the humble brag at work here. Paul Brakes, Phil hub, SON 28 generator, Giles bag, Tubus Rack. Every part of this bike is top shelf all the way. Anyone who knows bikes will admire this build and not have a thought that it isnt unique enough. I mean you have nearly color matched zip ties!! :) On Tue, Oct 16, 2012 at 5:03 PM, Marcus80 marc...@aol.com wrote: Here are some pics: http://www.flickr.com/photos/**marcus80/http://www.flickr.com/photos/marcus80/ On Tuesday, October 16, 2012 2:30:56 PM UTC-4, Peter M wrote: Ride the heck out of it, then in a couple of years treat yourself to a custom paint job! On Mon, Oct 15, 2012 at 5:59 PM, David Verrinder dverr...@gmail.comwrote: I had a similar experience buying and building my Hillborne. My advice? Revel in the look! It is a sign of solid, comfortable cycling unknown to those who plagiarized the racing look without even knowing it. David On Sun, Oct 14, 2012 at 7:23 PM, Marcus80 marc...@aol.com wrote: Jeez, I really sweat the details on this bike, my first new bike since a 1997 Indy Fab Deluxe. I poured over every write up, pic and mention I could find both before, during and after the order. It was all handled by Keven, who was great to talk to. It took 8 or 9 weeks, start to finish, so I had a lot of time to second guess every single thing. I went with noodles, and I really like them, but I still want albatross bars, too. So anyway, I get this thing, pull it out of the box, put it together and add the rest of the small stuff I had envisioned for it, and VOILA!, it looks just like everyone else's Rivendell. I fear that I have super saturated my brain with Rivendell oriented images, and where once I could easily pick out the subtleties of other builds, the entirety of it all, sitting here staring back at me, I almost feel like I plagarized the whole look. I feel like an imposter. Don't get me wrong, I think that it's gorgeous...I don't know..maybe its just to damned clean.and there is a solution to that. Ive been riding the same bike for so long, I almost feel like I'm cheating on it. If you see me out there, (Boston area) and think that I stole your look, I probably didsorry -- 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/ **ms**g/rbw-owners-bunch/-/**zdZR0vf_**yMsJhttps://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/zdZR0vf_yMsJ . To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.**com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bun...@** googlegroups**.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/** group**/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=enhttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en . -- Cheers, David David Verrinder 406-646-6813 dverr...@gmail.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-owne...@googlegroups.**com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bun...@** googlegroups**.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/**group **/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=enhttp://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 view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/** msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/**pkk9AoT44wkJhttps://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/pkk9AoT44wkJ . To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.**com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bun...@** googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/** group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=enhttp://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 view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/lRz1NJpnr0IJ. 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
[RBW] Re: My new 65 Homer.
There is some *serious* money in that bike. That's right - I italicized, emboldened, *and* underlined the word serious. Good idea on the locking skewers. That is a beautiful ride. -- 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/-/cX6N1h2a7LcJ. 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] What's up with the Homer blue?
Seems like alot of pics have different shades of blue for the Homers. Have they changed periodically? Some look Robin's egg blue. Some darker. -- 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/-/A8LZYruRKLQJ. 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: What's up with the Homer blue?
Looky here. maybe lighting differences? https://www.google.com/search?q=homer+hilsenhl=enprmd=imvnsotbm=ischtbo=usource=univsa=Xei=zjt_UI_yDcT30gHuloGICAved=0CCMQsAQbiw=1252bih=586 -- 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/-/YFpDRaTVfcEJ. 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: What's up with the Homer blue?
You're seeing two diffrerent colors. The current model has a light blue, similar to what was almost the standard color on the original Riv Road back in the day. Older Homers were a darker blue. Grant has stated that the shade may change from time to time, but AHH will always come stock with blue. Joe Bernard Vallejo, CA. On Wednesday, October 17, 2012 4:15:13 PM UTC-7, lungimsam wrote: Looky here. maybe lighting differences? https://www.google.com/search?q=homer+hilsenhl=enprmd=imvnsotbm=ischtbo=usource=univsa=Xei=zjt_UI_yDcT30gHuloGICAved=0CCMQsAQbiw=1252bih=586 -- 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/-/PteNVU6foSEJ. 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: What's up with the Homer blue?
The original blue is my favorite blue on a bike. Subtly different from the Ram blue, but so much better. Blues that are almost as good as the original AHH blue: The current Sam Blue The 1990 MB-2 Blue -Original Message- From: Joe BernardSent: Oct 17, 2012 4:19 PM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] Re: What's up with the Homer blue? You're seeing two diffrerent colors. The current model has a light blue, similar to what was almost the standard color on the original Riv Road back in the day. Older Homers were a darker blue. Grant has stated that the shade may change from time to time, but AHH will always come stock with blue. Joe Bernard Vallejo, CA. On Wednesday, October 17, 2012 4:15:13 PM UTC-7, lungimsam wrote: Looky here. maybe lighting differences? https://www.google.com/search?q=homer+hilsenhl=enprmd=imvnsotbm=ischtbo=usource=univsa=Xei=zjt_UI_yDcT30gHuloGICAved=0CCMQsAQbiw=1252bih=586 -- 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/-/PteNVU6foSEJ.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: RE: [RBW] Re: Marginally OT
Riv Rally East '13? Time to plan!! This might be the motivation I need to get going on a bigger tire, bigger load bike. An awesome winter diversion (between commute legs). Andy Cheatham Pittsburgh On Wednesday, October 17, 2012 2:24:54 PM UTC-4, Pudge wrote: Joan: Thanks! Did you see on Flickr that I broke down and gave my son Hank (you met him in College Park) the SimpleOne? His company has made provisions for inside storage, so he’s off and running on daily 5 mile (one way) commute. Love to get together for a ride sometime when I’m down there visiting with Hank. And you need to get signed up for Riv Rally East! Tom *From:* rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com javascript: [mailto: rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com javascript:] *On Behalf Of *Joan Oppel *Sent:* Tuesday, October 16, 2012 4:58 PM *To:* rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com javascript: *Subject:* Re: RE: [RBW] Re: Marginally OT Tom - congratulations! That is an amazing bike, and an amazing experience (we talked about it a little when you visited for Grant's visit). Very impressive. It must be thrilling to ride a bike you made yourself. Thanks for all the different angle pictures Joan PS - I share your enthusiasm for Hetres. Got my first flat in over 2 years/3,000 miles about 2 weeks ago. Their versatility is outstanding. On 10/16/12, Allingham II, Thomas Jthomas.a...@skadden.com javascript: wrote: It was fantastic. Mike is a great teacher, and a master builder, and a great guy, too. I wasn’t particularly gifted at welding, but he walks you carefully through the process, and it’s a fair statement to say that I built the frame (with indispensable help from Mike). A couple of times when I burned through a tube at the joint, he simply saddles up the torch and repairs the hole so it barely showed, and was invisible (to me, anyway) after filing. It’s truly a soup to nuts experience – in the A.N.T Bike and Camp set on my stream, you can see a pic of the pile of tubes that became my bike, and a lot of pics of steps along the way. The cost is high ($3,000 for the week, including great lunches!), but in my mind totally worth it, and if you want to keep building, Mike is extremely generous with post-class support. And, of course, you end up with your very own custom A.N.T. bike! *From:* rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com javascript: [ mailto:rbw-...@googlegroups.com javascript:]*On Behalf Of *Zack *Sent:* Tuesday, October 16, 2012 10:36 AM *To:* rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com javascript: *Subject:* [RBW] Re: Marginally OT It's beautiful. Would love to hear more about the experience of building the frame too! -- 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/-/GYNg5k1Rd8sJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-own...@googlegroups.comjavascript: . To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com javascript:. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- To ensure compliance with Treasury Department regulations, we advise you that, unless otherwise expressly indicated, any federal tax advice contained in this message was not intended or written to be used, and cannot be used, for the purpose of (i) avoiding tax-related penalties under the Internal Revenue Code or applicable state or local tax law provisions or (ii) promoting, marketing or recommending to another party any tax-related matters addressed herein. This email (and any attachments thereto) is intended only for use by the addressee(s) named herein and may contain legally privileged and/or confidential information. If you are not the intended recipient of this email, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this email (and any attachments thereto) is strictly prohibited. If you receive this email in error please immediately notify me at (212) 735-3000 and permanently delete the original email (and any copy of any email) and any printout thereof. Further information about the firm, a list of the Partners and their professional qualifications will be provided upon request. == -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.comjavascript: . To unsubscribe from this
[RBW] Re: FS: various wheels
Schmidt/Dyad wheel is SOLD. On Wednesday, October 17, 2012 3:29:58 PM UTC-5, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery wrote: I have lots of wheels that I'm not using anymore. All are handbuilt by me. Please contact offlist if interested. White Industries Eccentric ENO fix/free 135 mm 36h on Dyad rim, Wheelsmith 14g spokes, all silver. Used but good condition. $195 shipped. Includes White Industries 15t fixed cog and lockring. I have other White Industries fixed cogs for it, too, which I will sell separately. These cogs are beautifully made and a proprietary design, which is, IMO, the most smartly designed fixed-cog attachment system available. Schmidt SON28 (classic style) 36h on Dyad. All silver. The rim is somewhat worn on the brake surface, but is perfectly true and has a fair bit of life left in it. $195 shipped. Matching front to the ENO wheel above. Shimano XT M775 32h Sun-Ringle 29 EQ23 disc-only rim. Rim and hub are black, spokes are silver Wheelsmith double-butted. Includes 160 mm disc rotor and Stan's rim tape. Lightly used. This is one of the lighter-weight metal 29 rear wheels you'll find. $170 shipped Shimano Alfine front dynamo 32h Sun-Ringle 29 EQ23 disc-only rim. Rim and hub are black, spokes are silver Wheelsmith double-butted. Includes 160 mm disc rotor and Stan's rim tape. Lightly used. $170 shipped. Matches the XT wheel above. Discount of $30 if you buy the set. Shimano Alfine front dynamo 32h on 26 Alex Adventurer. Hub is black. Rim is black with machined sidewall. Silver Wheelsmith 14g spokes. Used, but barely. $160 shipped. Shimano Deore front hub 36h radially laced to Velocity Aerohead 700C 28h. Unorthodox 36h/28h hub/rim pairing, but works fine. All silver. Like new. A very lightweight front wheel. $100 shipped. Shimano XM M775 36h laced to Sun Ringle EQ31 26 disc-only rim. This is a heavy-duty rear wheel suitable for loaded touring or other abusive practices. Includes SRAM 990 11-32 cassette and disc rotor. Used, but good condition. $185 shipped. -- 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/-/9lA33s48W_0J. 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: various wheels
Its ENO twin is 700c, correct? Joe Bernard Vallejo, CA. On Wednesday, October 17, 2012 4:26:18 PM UTC-7, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery wrote: Schmidt/Dyad wheel is SOLD. On Wednesday, October 17, 2012 3:29:58 PM UTC-5, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery wrote: I have lots of wheels that I'm not using anymore. All are handbuilt by me. Please contact offlist if interested. White Industries Eccentric ENO fix/free 135 mm 36h on Dyad rim, Wheelsmith 14g spokes, all silver. Used but good condition. $195 shipped. Includes White Industries 15t fixed cog and lockring. I have other White Industries fixed cogs for it, too, which I will sell separately. These cogs are beautifully made and a proprietary design, which is, IMO, the most smartly designed fixed-cog attachment system available. Schmidt SON28 (classic style) 36h on Dyad. All silver. The rim is somewhat worn on the brake surface, but is perfectly true and has a fair bit of life left in it. $195 shipped. Matching front to the ENO wheel above. Shimano XT M775 32h Sun-Ringle 29 EQ23 disc-only rim. Rim and hub are black, spokes are silver Wheelsmith double-butted. Includes 160 mm disc rotor and Stan's rim tape. Lightly used. This is one of the lighter-weight metal 29 rear wheels you'll find. $170 shipped Shimano Alfine front dynamo 32h Sun-Ringle 29 EQ23 disc-only rim. Rim and hub are black, spokes are silver Wheelsmith double-butted. Includes 160 mm disc rotor and Stan's rim tape. Lightly used. $170 shipped. Matches the XT wheel above. Discount of $30 if you buy the set. Shimano Alfine front dynamo 32h on 26 Alex Adventurer. Hub is black. Rim is black with machined sidewall. Silver Wheelsmith 14g spokes. Used, but barely. $160 shipped. Shimano Deore front hub 36h radially laced to Velocity Aerohead 700C 28h. Unorthodox 36h/28h hub/rim pairing, but works fine. All silver. Like new. A very lightweight front wheel. $100 shipped. Shimano XM M775 36h laced to Sun Ringle EQ31 26 disc-only rim. This is a heavy-duty rear wheel suitable for loaded touring or other abusive practices. Includes SRAM 990 11-32 cassette and disc rotor. Used, but good condition. $185 shipped. -- 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/-/RCiB2KGUCXkJ. 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: What's up with the Homer blue?
Seconded on '90 MB-2. A friend of mine had one years ago, and I always deeply lusted after that bike. Gorgeous color. Joe Bernard Vallejo, CA. On Wednesday, October 17, 2012 4:25:01 PM UTC-7, James Warren wrote: The original blue is my favorite blue on a bike. Subtly different from the Ram blue, but so much better. Blues that are almost as good as the original AHH blue: The current Sam Blue The 1990 MB-2 Blue -Original Message- From: Joe Bernard Sent: Oct 17, 2012 4:19 PM To: rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com javascript: Subject: [RBW] Re: What's up with the Homer blue? You're seeing two diffrerent colors. The current model has a light blue, similar to what was almost the standard color on the original Riv Road back in the day. Older Homers were a darker blue. Grant has stated that the shade may change from time to time, but AHH will always come stock with blue. Joe Bernard Vallejo, CA. On Wednesday, October 17, 2012 4:15:13 PM UTC-7, lungimsam wrote: Looky here. maybe lighting differences? https://www.google.com/search?q=homer+hilsenhl=enprmd=imvnsotbm=ischtbo=usource=univsa=Xei=zjt_UI_yDcT30gHuloGICAved=0CCMQsAQbiw=1252bih=586 -- 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/-/PteNVU6foSEJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.comjavascript: . To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bun...@googlegroups.com javascript:. 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 view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/PRDEedBV_qAJ. 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's up with the Homer blue?
When I bought mine there were two colors of blue in stock. They explained to me that the darker blue came from the Japanese builder and the lighter blue came from Waterford. Not being a fan of the lighter blue I went with a custom color, though I would have stayed with the stock color had it been the darker blue. On Wed, Oct 17, 2012 at 4:13 PM, lungimsam john11.2...@gmail.com wrote: Seems like alot of pics have different shades of blue for the Homers. Have they changed periodically? Some look Robin's egg blue. Some darker. -- 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/-/A8LZYruRKLQJ. 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: various wheels
Yes, the ENO/Dyad is 700C. On Wednesday, October 17, 2012 6:27:44 PM UTC-5, Joe Bernard wrote: Its ENO twin is 700c, correct? Joe Bernard Vallejo, CA. On Wednesday, October 17, 2012 4:26:18 PM UTC-7, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery wrote: Schmidt/Dyad wheel is SOLD. On Wednesday, October 17, 2012 3:29:58 PM UTC-5, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery wrote: I have lots of wheels that I'm not using anymore. All are handbuilt by me. Please contact offlist if interested. White Industries Eccentric ENO fix/free 135 mm 36h on Dyad rim, Wheelsmith 14g spokes, all silver. Used but good condition. $195 shipped. Includes White Industries 15t fixed cog and lockring. I have other White Industries fixed cogs for it, too, which I will sell separately. These cogs are beautifully made and a proprietary design, which is, IMO, the most smartly designed fixed-cog attachment system available. Schmidt SON28 (classic style) 36h on Dyad. All silver. The rim is somewhat worn on the brake surface, but is perfectly true and has a fair bit of life left in it. $195 shipped. Matching front to the ENO wheel above. Shimano XT M775 32h Sun-Ringle 29 EQ23 disc-only rim. Rim and hub are black, spokes are silver Wheelsmith double-butted. Includes 160 mm disc rotor and Stan's rim tape. Lightly used. This is one of the lighter-weight metal 29 rear wheels you'll find. $170 shipped Shimano Alfine front dynamo 32h Sun-Ringle 29 EQ23 disc-only rim. Rim and hub are black, spokes are silver Wheelsmith double-butted. Includes 160 mm disc rotor and Stan's rim tape. Lightly used. $170 shipped. Matches the XT wheel above. Discount of $30 if you buy the set. Shimano Alfine front dynamo 32h on 26 Alex Adventurer. Hub is black. Rim is black with machined sidewall. Silver Wheelsmith 14g spokes. Used, but barely. $160 shipped. Shimano Deore front hub 36h radially laced to Velocity Aerohead 700C 28h. Unorthodox 36h/28h hub/rim pairing, but works fine. All silver. Like new. A very lightweight front wheel. $100 shipped. Shimano XM M775 36h laced to Sun Ringle EQ31 26 disc-only rim. This is a heavy-duty rear wheel suitable for loaded touring or other abusive practices. Includes SRAM 990 11-32 cassette and disc rotor. Used, but good condition. $185 shipped. -- 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/-/PJA26N0kh20J. 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] A very custom Rivendell
Check the Blug... Nobilette built it... -- 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/-/_Mv7rJQKXhoJ. 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] A very custom Rivendell
Just waiting for the short person with a pretty long torso who also loves pink. I personally love the color, I think bikes can get away with pinks and purples and other colors that cars cannot. On Wed, Oct 17, 2012 at 8:07 PM, Leslie leslie.bri...@gmail.com wrote: Check the Blug... Nobilette built it... -- 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/-/_Mv7rJQKXhoJ. 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] A very custom Rivendell
I love the color, too, but I'm not brave enough to *ride *it that way. It's actually a really good fit for me. Low standover, with a long toptube for a Bosco Bar, would be a perfect city cruiser. I like the Paul braze-ons and 650 wheel-size, too, but money no-can-do, unfortunately. The buy-in-plus-repaint would have me in full custom price territory. Call me if the frame is still around next summer... Joe I like dreamin' Bernard Vallejo, CA. On Wednesday, October 17, 2012 5:13:29 PM UTC-7, Peter M wrote: Just waiting for the short person with a pretty long torso who also loves pink. I personally love the color, I think bikes can get away with pinks and purples and other colors that cars cannot. On Wed, Oct 17, 2012 at 8:07 PM, Leslie leslie...@gmail.com javascript: wrote: Check the Blug... Nobilette built it... -- 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/-/_Mv7rJQKXhoJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.comjavascript: . To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bun...@googlegroups.com javascript:. 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 view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/tB3Z3WmVQ5YJ. 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: 60cm Quickbeam
Like this Simpleone ? https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=2522636031452set=a.2522635871448.2142301.1419870581type=3theater On Wednesday, October 17, 2012 8:19:10 AM UTC-7, sancruz wrote: Hey Riv owners, I'm desperately in search of a 60cm Quickbeam, and open to any of the models (green, orange or silver). Last week my wife and I made the trip to Walnut Creek and were just blown away by the quality of the products and friendly staff, and I now know it's time to finally own one! -- 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/-/wfp8Wk3oi4oJ. 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] Bike Caricature
Thought that this would be appropriate since we were both on a bike. The ladyfriend's sister is a talent artist. If you were wondering I'm the dark one with the muscles. http://flic.kr/p/dkEvU3 Check the rest of her work here. http://erinleong.blogspot.com/ -- 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/-/4Ehx988nxTcJ. 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: Marginally OT NOW: Riv Rally East?????
Did I miss something?? Is there a date/plan for the next Riv Rally East? I will definitely try to be there. JoanOn 10/17/12, ascpghasc@gmail.com wrote:Riv Rally East '13? Time to plan!!This might be the motivation I need to get going on a bigger tire, bigger load bike. An awesome winter diversion (between commute legs).Andy CheathamPittsburghOn Wednesday, October 17, 2012 2:24:54 PM UTC-4, Pudge wrote:Joan:Thanks! Did you see on Flickr that I broke down and gave my son Hank (you met him in College Park) the SimpleOne? His company has made provisions for inside storage, so he’s off and running on daily 5 mile (one way) commute. Love to get together for a ride sometime when I’m down there visiting with Hank. And you need to get signed up for Riv Rally East!TomFrom: rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com]On Behalf Of Joan OppelSent: Tuesday, October 16, 2012 4:58 PMTo: rbw-owne...@googlegroups.comSubject: Re: RE: [RBW] Re: Marginally OTTom - congratulations! That is an amazing bike, and an amazing experience (we talked about it a little when you visited for Grant's visit). Very impressive. It must be thrilling to ride a bike you made yourself. Thanks for all the different angle picturesJoanPS - I share your enthusiasm for Hetres. Got my first flat in over 2 years/3,000 miles about 2 weeks ago. Their versatility is outstanding. On 10/16/12, Allingham II, Thomas Jthomas.a...@skadden.com wrote:It was fantastic. Mike is a great teacher, and a master builder, and a great guy, too. I wasn’t particularly gifted at welding, but he walks you carefully through the process, and it’s a fair statement to say that I built the frame (with indispensable help from Mike). A couple of times when I burned through a tube at the joint, he simply saddles up the torch and repairs the hole so it barely showed, and was invisible (to me, anyway) after filing. It’s truly a soup to nuts experience – in the A.N.T Bike and Camp set on my stream, you can see a pic of the pile of tubes that became my bike, and a lot of pics of steps along the way.The cost is high ($3,000 for the week, including great lunches!), but in my mind totally worth it, and if you want to keep building, Mike is extremely generous with post-class support. And, of course, you end up with your very own custom A.N.T. bike!From:rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-...@googlegroups.com]On Behalf OfZackSent: Tuesday, October 16, 2012 10:36 AMTo: rbw-owne...@googlegroups.comSubject: [RBW] Re: Marginally OTIt's beautiful.Would love to hear more about the experience of building the frame too!--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/-/GYNg5k1Rd8sJ.To post to this group, send email to rbw-own...@googlegroups.com.To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com.For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.--To ensure compliance with Treasury Department regulations, we advise you that, unless otherwise expressly indicated, any federal tax advice contained in this message was not intended or written to be used, and cannot be used, for the purpose of (i) avoiding tax-related penalties under the Internal Revenue Code or applicable state or local tax law provisions or (ii) promoting, marketing or recommending to another party any tax-related matters addressed herein.This email (and any attachments thereto) is intended only for use by the addressee(s) named herein and may contain legally privileged and/or confidential information. If you are not the intended recipient of this email, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this email (and any attachments thereto) is strictly prohibited. If you receive this email in error please immediately notify me at (212) 735-3000 and permanently delete the original email (and any copy of any email) and any printout thereof.Further information about the firm, a list of the Partners and their professional qualifications will be provided upon request.==--You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group.To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com.To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bun...@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
Re: [RBW] Bike Caricature
This is just too good! On 10/17/2012 8:17 PM, Manuel Acosta wrote: Thought that this would be appropriate since we were both on a bike. The ladyfriend's sister is a talent artist. If you were wondering I'm the dark one with the muscles. http://flic.kr/p/dkEvU3 Check the rest of her work here. http://erinleong.blogspot.com/ -- 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/-/4Ehx988nxTcJ. 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. No virus found in this message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com http://www.avg.com Version: 2013.0.2741 / Virus Database: 2614/5837 - Release Date: 10/17/12 -- You received 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: Marginally OT NOW: Riv Rally East?????
May I suggest to those interested in the shift of topic to start a new threat specific to Riv Rally East? This is how things spin off topic into the ridiculous. A lot of people read this stuff, but it only applies to a small number of members. (just a suggestion) Dave On 10/17/2012 8:18 PM, Joan Oppel wrote: Did I miss something?? Is there a date/plan for the next Riv Rally East? I will definitely try to be there. Joan On 10/17/12, ascpghasc@gmail.com wrote: Riv Rally East '13? Time to plan!! This might be the motivation I need to get going on a bigger tire, bigger load bike. An awesome winter diversion (between commute legs). Andy Cheatham Pittsburgh On Wednesday, October 17, 2012 2:24:54 PM UTC-4, Pudge wrote: Joan: Thanks! Did you see on Flickr that I broke down and gave my son Hank (you met him in College Park) the SimpleOne? His company has made provisions for inside storage, so he’s off and running on daily 5 mile (one way) commute. Love to get together for a ride sometime when I’m down there visiting with Hank. And you need to get signed up for Riv Rally East! Tom *From:*rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com http://javascript: [mailto:rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com http://javascript:]*On Behalf Of *Joan Oppel *Sent:* Tuesday, October 16, 2012 4:58 PM *To:* rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com http://javascript: *Subject:* Re: RE: [RBW] Re: Marginally OT Tom - congratulations! That is an amazing bike, and an amazing experience (we talked about it a little when you visited for Grant's visit). Very impressive. It must be thrilling to ride a bike you made yourself. Thanks for all the different angle pictures Joan PS - I share your enthusiasm for Hetres. Got my first flat in over 2 years/3,000 miles about 2 weeks ago. Their versatility is outstanding. On 10/16/12, Allingham II, Thomas Jthomas.a...@skadden.com http://javascript: wrote: It was fantastic. Mike is a great teacher, and a master builder, and a great guy, too. I wasn’t particularly gifted at welding, but he walks you carefully through the process, and it’s a fair statement to say that I built the frame (with indispensable help from Mike). A couple of times when I burned through a tube at the joint, he simply saddles up the torch and repairs the hole so it barely showed, and was invisible (to me, anyway) after filing. It’s truly a soup to nuts experience – in the A.N.T Bike and Camp set on my stream, you can see a pic of the pile of tubes that became my bike, and a lot of pics of steps along the way. The cost is high ($3,000 for the week, including great lunches!), but in my mind totally worth it, and if you want to keep building, Mike is extremely generous with post-class support. And, of course, you end up with your very own custom A.N.T. bike! *From:*rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com http://javascript: [mailto:rbw-...@googlegroups.com http://javascript:]*On Behalf Of*Zack *Sent:* Tuesday, October 16, 2012 10:36 AM *To:* rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com http://javascript: *Subject:* [RBW] Re: Marginally OT It's beautiful. Would love to hear more about the experience of building the frame too! -- 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/-/GYNg5k1Rd8sJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-own...@googlegroups.com http://javascript:. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com http://javascript:. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- To ensure compliance with Treasury Department regulations, we advise you that, unless otherwise expressly indicated, any federal tax advice contained in this message was not intended or written to be used, and cannot be used, for the purpose of (i) avoiding tax-related penalties under the Internal Revenue Code or applicable state or local tax law provisions or (ii) promoting, marketing or recommending to another party any tax-related matters addressed herein. This email (and any attachments thereto) is intended only for use by the addressee(s) named herein and may contain legally privileged and/or confidential information. If you are not the intended recipient of this email, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this email (and any attachments thereto) is strictly prohibited. If you
[RBW] Tan sackville's
Included in email update today. Been hoping for another color besides the olive. Tan works for me one small trunksack in tan Please! ~mike Carlsbad Ca. -- 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/-/LC8M9zGikksJ. 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: FSA Metropolis 2-Speed Interal-Geared Crankset
Philip: That's exactly what I'd do, too (but I'd probably throw in a woob woob woob...). Seriously, I'd expect the wheel speed wouldn't change with the shift, so the crank rotation would instantly accelerate... But if your feet are firmly strapped in and you offer some leg resistance (assuming your legs aren't ripped from your body) I'd imagine the tires might make a noise similar to jet landing gear hitting the runway. In the name of science, man you've GOT to test this!!! Please just make sure to film it for YouTube... Don't mind me... it's late and I'm delirious.. Peace, Bobby On Wednesday, October 17, 2012 2:37:29 PM UTC-4, Philip Williamson wrote: Bobby - I don't know. I think I'd just sit on the seat and take my feet off the pedals, brake, and shift back into the harder gear in order to slow the pedals down enough to re-engage. The scenario is frailin' down a hill in top gear, then dropping (accidentally) into low gear, right? Philip www.biketinker.com On Monday, October 15, 2012 4:50:45 PM UTC-7, Montclair BobbyB wrote: Philip: I'm curious... When you're flying along at a pretty good clip (in 3rd gear, fixie mode) and you're wheel is spinning at, say 120+ rpm, and you downshift to second gear, does your cadence abruptly accelerate to the point of wanting to toss you over the bars, or is it relatively smooth? I would think that might put an awful strain on the internal gearing... What's it like? (I submitted a question to Sam Patterson, developer of the Metropolis crankset, asking whether I can ride it in fixie mode... haven't received his reply yet.) BB On Monday, October 15, 2012 7:13:49 PM UTC-4, Philip Williamson wrote: I have an S3X wheel that's about to go back into service. I like it. You can also slide two splined cogs on for a dingle setup on the 3sp fixed IGH. Conceivably you could have a low range and a high range. I had that setup, but changed out the cranks before I actually used the low gear range. Thanks for reminding me, I think I may set that up this time around again. I may be in the market for an inexpensive double crankset, then... Philip www.biketinker.com On Monday, October 15, 2012 11:25:49 AM UTC-7, Montclair BobbyB wrote: I haven't tried the S3X yet, but it sure looks like a cool idea. I run a flip-flop hub, so with the Metropolis I can have a choice of FW or Fixed (pretty much on-demand), as long as I carry my 15mm wrench for the rear wheel nut. Eric, you can slightly feel the gears working in high gear (a kind of ratchety feel; not necessarily fragile, but... different). I still have an innate fear of destroying the innerds of my IG hubs... something I probably need to get over... I haven't really stomped on the pedals yet. FSA warrants the crankset for 2 years, but apparently not for mountain bike use. (Don't know whether it's due to the extra gunk or extra stress). Only time will tell. BB On Monday, October 15, 2012 12:18:45 PM UTC-4, Patrick Moore wrote: Forgot to add as usual: you can thread either a fixed cog or a freewheel onto the hub driver, so it also gives you a choice. On Mon, Oct 15, 2012 at 10:17 AM, PATRICK MOORE bert...@gmail.com wrote: What's wrong with this? http://www.sturmey-archer.com/products/hubs/cid/3/id/47 On Mon, Oct 15, 2012 at 9:45 AM, Colin Bortner colin@gmail.com wrote: Awesome! If the FSA doesn't work out fixed, but you fall in love with the idea of a two-speed fixed-gear, Schlumpf's cranks were redesigned a few years ago to be fixed-gear compatible: http://www.haberstock-mobility.com/en/products/schlumpf-drive.html Overview Schlumpf-for-fixed from German Bedovelo: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QHeVme8Bmgc Looking forward to updates on the Metropolis! On Mon, Oct 15, 2012 at 9:29 AM, Montclair BobbyB montcla...@gmail.com wrote: Yes, I'm seriously considering it... although I wonder whether it would trash the internals... (but in the name of science, I feel it's my obligation to try...) BB On Monday, October 15, 2012 9:02:08 AM UTC-4, David Spranger wrote: Nice! I got two speeds out of my SimpleOne by using a SRAM Automatix 2 speed hub with which I have been very satisfied at approximately 6000 mostly commuting miles. Your solution has one distinct advantage in that you could do a two speed fixed gear if you wished. David Charlotte, NC -- 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/-/yvheAv6unusJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bun...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] FSA Metropolis 2-Speed Interal-Geared Crankset
If you're talking about the S3X hub, then the answer is yes--If you're riding in cruising (3rd) gear at a reasonable speed and downshift on the fly to 2nd gear, your cadence immediately increases. Basically the same as downshifting a manual transmission car--the engine revs up in the lower gear to catch up with the speed of the car. It's not quite the same as shifting a standard (freewheeling) IGH, where the ability to coast hides the abruptness of the shift. Question is why you would downshift like that ... In my experience, the only time you'll need to downshift an S3X is because you're going slow and/or approaching an incline. Shifting to a lower gear at speed on the flats wouldn't make any sense. --Eric On Oct 17, 2012, at 9:27 PM, Montclair BobbyB montclairbob...@gmail.com wrote: Philip: I'm curious... When you're flying along at a pretty good clip (in 3rd gear, fixie mode) and you're wheel is spinning at, say 120+ rpm, and you downshift to second gear, does your cadence abruptly accelerate to the point of wanting to toss you over the bars, or is it relatively smooth? I would think that might put an awful strain on the internal gearing... What's it like? (I submitted a question to Sam Patterson, developer of the Metropolis crankset, asking whether I can ride it in fixie mode... haven't received his reply yet.) BB -- You received 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] FSA Metropolis 2-Speed Interal-Geared Crankset
Well, on a freewheel geared bike I downshift before the hill starts so I have a rapid spin going into the incline. Joe Bernard Vallejo, CA. On Wednesday, October 17, 2012 9:41:18 PM UTC-7, Eric Norris wrote: If you're talking about the S3X hub, then the answer is yes--If you're riding in cruising (3rd) gear at a reasonable speed and downshift on the fly to 2nd gear, your cadence immediately increases. Basically the same as downshifting a manual transmission car--the engine revs up in the lower gear to catch up with the speed of the car. It's not quite the same as shifting a standard (freewheeling) IGH, where the ability to coast hides the abruptness of the shift. Question is why you would downshift like that ... In my experience, the only time you'll need to downshift an S3X is because you're going slow and/or approaching an incline. Shifting to a lower gear at speed on the flats wouldn't make any sense. --Eric On Oct 17, 2012, at 9:27 PM, Montclair BobbyB montcla...@gmail.comjavascript: wrote: Philip: I'm curious... When you're flying along at a pretty good clip (in 3rd gear, fixie mode) and you're wheel is spinning at, say 120+ rpm, and you downshift to second gear, does your cadence abruptly accelerate to the point of wanting to toss you over the bars, or is it relatively smooth? I would think that might put an awful strain on the internal gearing... What's it like? (I submitted a question to Sam Patterson, developer of the Metropolis crankset, asking whether I can ride it in fixie mode... haven't received his reply yet.) BB -- 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/-/VxWyvKfTLD0J. 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.