Re: [RBW] CicLAvia April 21st report.
Bryan, Well stated. I felt similarly. While riding the Ballona Creek trail I envisioned all these creeks and rivers somehow interconnected to create bikeways without automobiles, wouldn't that be something. Hugh On Monday, April 22, 2013 7:21:05 PM UTC-7, Bryan wrote: I'm still smiling. I had a little bounce in my pedal stroke riding to and from work today, although it was a bit sad to return to the world of cars after seeing what the world of bikes looks like. Bryan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell Romulus
Really looks nice. I also liked that bar tape. It didn't last as long for me as Brooks tape does, but it costs less too. On Mon, Apr 22, 2013 at 2:59 PM, Brent baver...@shaw.ca wrote: I finally put everything together and went on some rides - although i have been spoiled by the Hetres on the Bleriot the Romulus rides decently with 32mm Pasela Tour Guards although I feel more through the frame. I will try and post an image although this is my first attempt here. The rear Mavic Open Pro rim creaked quite badly ( it was a used wheel set ) but after oiling around the nipples it finally stopped. Older age had me putting on a shorter Nitto Technomic 60mm stem along with 44 cm Noddle handlebars. The handlebar tape is leather from Taiwan I purchased on ebay and is pretty good quality for around 55.00 shipped. Crank set is a V.O compact ( 48/36 ) and the rear cassette is a Shimano HG 81 ( 12-28 ). FIrst time trying a long cage Microshift rear derailleur and the quality is very good and it works quite nicely, I am using a Campagnolo Centaur front changer and the barcons are Dura Ace 9 speed. Cane Creek SCR 5 brake levers and Tektro side pulls for braking. The Romulus rides and handles very similarly to my mid '70's Italian Sabatini road bike which is a compliment but of course the Romulus is more comfortable and practical. On Sunday, March 24, 2013 11:31:02 PM UTC-7, Brent wrote: I just picked up a 59 cm Romulus, alittle worse for wear but still in good condition with some Honjo hammered fenders, Nitto front rack, Nitto crystal seat post and Shimano side pull brakes - the headset is Shimano 105. All for 400.00. It seems like a decent price especially since I doubt I will come across anything Rivendell locally here in Vancouver, B.C. The owner also threw in some leather handlebar tape. Anyway, I guess I will be looking for some parts to build it up. This makes it my second Rivendell along with a Bleriot I purchased early this year. Brent Avery Vancouver, B.C. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re-Introduction
Hi Dave. It's a Zimbale saddle bag, which I have come to realize is an Asian (Korea?) company that basically copies Carradice. I have some remorse over that (not the Asian part, the copying of Carradice). I take solace in the fact the saddle bag seems to me to be their one bag that I couldn't find their inspiration for. So maybe it's an original design? If you do a search for Zimbale you will find these bags at low cost but limited availability. Last time I checked, the company didn't seem to be thriving, I think that might be because of their grey-ish market existence. FWIW: it's bigger than the Brand V saddle bag that I also have on my other bike and like, but smaller than most other dedicated saddlebags that Carradice and others make with additional pockets. -Bill -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Bombadil experiment
Someday when the technology has proven itself, maybe we'll get a disc brake Riv! Wheel size changes will be trivial! On Monday, April 22, 2013 11:33:03 PM UTC-5, Jim M. wrote: On Monday, April 22, 2013 7:42:59 PM UTC-7, Leslie wrote: I have to admit, I'm now starting to wonder, just how big of a tire would fit I think Rock-n-Roads would easily enough (might have to remove the fenders though). But beyond that I'm now wondering if any 29er tires would go I happen to have a set of 29er wheels for rim brakes sitting in the garage. I'll mount them up and see how they fit. Mine's a prototype so yours might have more clearance. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] FS: 62 CM Ebisu All purpose
Thanks to everyone who shoed an interest in the Ebisu. Too many for me to try to respond personally to each, my apologies for that. It has been sold. Thanks also for the kind words about the bike (and shop) As for retirement, oddly I actually ride the singles less. My commute was 30 miles a day, I spend more time on the tandem with my wife; and I have found that I enjoy three or four two hour rides a week and no longer have any urge to do really long rides. Two hours is great, three is OK, four is no longer fun. Michael On Monday, April 22, 2013 7:32:54 PM UTC-4, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: Congratulations on retirement! I thought that meant you got to start playing with the bikes you have (and accumulate more!). Cheers, David On Mon, Apr 22, 2013 at 5:16 AM, Michael Hechmer mhec...@gmail.comjavascript: wrote: I used this bike to commute but now that I have retired, and also bought a Saluki have decided to sell it and my '84Trek 620. The Ebisu is an excellent commuting / touring bike. A very comfortable ride with great low speed stability. Very favorably reviewed in BQ, Summer of 06. The bike is in very good condition. $1400 plus shipping for the whole bike, Frame set with Phil Wood BB Ultegra HS $900. Plus Shipping. Mfg description specs at: http://www.jitensha.com/eng/aboutframes_e.html Pictures here: https://plus.google.com/photos/110692344592863063357/albums/5854831839073695905?gpinv=AMIXal9_F0FFEFZgQgQH3bqnhsmsf4OsbmiLMqwdLAgus25JkPMh0z2p_tUXSXWNDAbe78barogZtJvcoReICCmbaydSKMJUfbuSF8I8MeyKwmUYQ8Hd04scfem=1authkey=COqjxYHt_Jr0XQ Frame fork have never been crashed, have no dings and no scratches other than the ones pictured. Components: Phil Wood BB Ultegra Head Set. Both in very good condition Nitto Stem, Bars, Seat Post and rack in excellent condition Sugino Triple Crank, Ultegra 9 speed cassette, Silver BE Shifters. All in very good condition Deore Deraillers. Clean, look like new Rims Mavic MA 40; well used but round with no sign of cracking. Very sturdy Rear Hub is Ultegra in very good condition; Front is Campy NR. With lots of miles on it but still going OK. Tires Avocet Cross, 38C pictured Brakes are New Tektro Cantis and Cane Creek levers. The hoods have darkened but the levers are otherwise perfect. Nitto Mini front rack, with home made light mount attachment VO steel fenders without any dings. Reply off list Michael -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bun...@googlegroups.com javascript:. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.comjavascript: . Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: A Mini-State O' The List Report - Topic Drift and a Note on Tone
I doubt there are more than a handful of Rivendell owners who haven't cycled for years and owned numerous bikes before taking the plunge. I certainly fit into this category. I hadn't bicycled at all since my brain injury at the end of 2002, though I rode a recumbent trike for a few years. When I discovered I could ride an upright again I did a lot of testing and research, borrowing bikes from others to both test the concept of if/how far I could ride. I discovered a distinct difference between how steel felt from other frames, and looking into it discovered Grant and Riv. I loved the do anything bike concept (one of the huge drawbacks of the trike for me), as well as approach to fit and decided to take the plunge. Far less costly than ending up in the same place after buying other, lesser bikes. Other steel bikes were tempting, but for the relatively small additional cost, it just seemed to make sense to see what I could do on a Rivendell. I have been delighted with that choice. The ability to tour on any road or trail I want, the solid responsiveness on pavement, dirt, and single track, with or without touring gear, for 7-8 hours a day is wondrous freedom. People who know me still don't understand the why of it (and my hunqapillar is way too big for them to try and thus understand). With abandon, Patrick On Monday, April 22, 2013 8:38:17 PM UTC-6, dougP wrote: Hugh: Well put. Especially for people who are new to cycling, the concept of a multi-thousand dollar bike is mind boggling. I doubt there are more than a handful of Rivendell owners who haven't cycled for years and owned numerous bikes before taking the plunge. Our little corner of the universe is the lugged steel niche of the all-rounder / touring / country bike niche of the niche sport of cycling. I'm grateful to have found Rivendell and that there are enough other enthusiasts for this ethos to be on-going. I love the beater car / sweet bike idea. Many years ago there was a magazine article about riders whose bikes are worth more than their cars. As far as I'm concerned, my Atlantis is already worth more than my Toyota. dougP On Monday, April 22, 2013 4:20:40 PM UTC-7, hsmitham wrote: Wanted to add something to this topic. When I ride with people who are not as infatuated as I with all things bicycles but want to start cycling I often have a discussion about the attributes of my bike especially when I tell them it's made for mixed terrain it always distills to how much! There is always a gasp then I tell them there is a less expensive alternative like a Hillborne and let em know the price, a slightly smaller gasp, then the LHT comes to mind under $1300.00 built. IMHO I think it is positive to direct people to Rivish type bikes (someone already said Grant does the same) that are within their realm of financial comfort. More people on comfortable bikes is in humanities best interest. It's like the difference between a Toyota Camry and a Lexus (use which ever car manufacturer you prefer) The Camry is reliable and comfortable and reasonably priced and the Lexus is all that and adds some aesthetics for a premium, both function well it just depends on the individuals priorities. Lastly, as enlightened cyclists who appreciate Riv logic aren't we beyond the elitism we abhor? As for me I don't care if my neighbor wants to ride a carbon fiber road bike, hey he's on a bike! If he comes to me about comfort issues I'll extol the benefits of a quill stem and leather saddle and help him how I can. I know I'm probably rehashing something some else has already stated but perhaps I'm saying a bit differently. Human on a bike any bike= good deal. Best, Hugh I'd rather have a beater car and a sweet bike Smitham Sunland, CA On Thursday, April 18, 2013 10:56:54 AM UTC-7, William wrote: Thanks Jim for all you do. As a poster that sometimes says too much or sometimes says the wrong thing in the wrong way, I've been more diligent in asking myself right before hitting Post the following two questions: 1. Will the board be any better off if I hit the Post button? Even if it's just a tiny bit better, that's good 2. Will the board be any worse off if I hit the Discard button instead? Of the posts I type, I end up hitting the Discard button maybe 30% of the time. I've regretted posting things in the past. I've never regretted discarding a post. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Rivendell Romulus
Nice bike. Congratulations! What do you mean by old age. How did the longer stems effect you? I am thinking of going to a shorter stem myself. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: A Mini-State O' The List Report - Topic Drift and a Note on Tone
Me too. I thought about a bike around 2000 or 2001, after returning from a scout hike with my son that nearly killed me. I knew I needed a fun way to work on fitness and my 1st bike was a self bribe to get off the couch. It was a steel framed Trek Navigator (rail trail bike). The cycling bug bit hard and I went through a series of bikes that ads said would be great for me. None were, and they ended up sold to finance the next go. A few years later, I found Rivendell bikes on the Harris site, while looking for a saddle. The riding philosophy matched up well with my personal experience, despite running against all the magazine articles. I was really hooked on the Rambouillet when I read that it was affordable for someone with a job and bicycling priorities. Finally, in late 2006, I ordered mine, selling my pseudo racer to help fund it. I bought a 2d bike, used, and a 3rd frameset only, also used. Now I have 3 examples of Rivendells and consider myself a bike wealthy man! On Tue, Apr 23, 2013 at 8:07 AM, Deacon Patrick lamontg...@mac.com wrote: I doubt there are more than a handful of Rivendell owners who haven't cycled for years and owned numerous bikes before taking the plunge. I certainly fit into this category. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Bombadil experiment
No offense, Jim, but I would be very surprised. Light-and-limber Bomba looks great. On Tuesday, April 23, 2013 7:06:44 AM UTC-5, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery wrote: Someday when the technology has proven itself, maybe we'll get a disc brake Riv! Wheel size changes will be trivial! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Rivendell Romulus
Very nice setup. I didn't know there were 6cm stems; I'm running a 7 cm
Tallux stem but wish I could go shorter.
René
On Tuesday, April 23, 2013, Michael wrote:
Nice bike.
Congratulations!
What do you mean by old age. How did the longer stems effect you?
I am thinking of going to a shorter stem myself.
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[RBW] Re: Yet another post on shimmy
I've always felt that shimmy was related to an unbalanced wheel. We routinely balance our automobile wheels, why would a bike be different? I think as we move to fatter tires (more mass) we will need to address the balance issue. I think the frame discussion is irrelevant. Will -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Yet another post on shimmy
Wheel balance on bikes is a red herring. The mass differences are too small and the RPMs of a bike wheel are too slow. I have another anecdote that I don't have time to write at this time (at work, should be working...) which should help demonstrate this. On Apr 23, 2013, at 8:35 AM, Will waller.will...@gmail.com wrote: I've always felt that shimmy was related to an unbalanced wheel. We routinely balance our automobile wheels, why would a bike be different? I think as we move to fatter tires (more mass) we will need to address the balance issue. I think the frame discussion is irrelevant. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Rivendell Spring Camp Saturday, April 27th
Hello All! Water is available at the camp site. Cheers, keven On Monday, April 22, 2013 10:18:23 PM UTC-7, Reid wrote: Hey Keven -- Does the camping site have water or do we need bring our own? Thanks, Reid -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Yet another post on shimmy
Well, after removing the tire from the new wheel, remounting the tire to ensure a perfect seal, and matching up the valve to the label for future testing, and ensuring that the wheel was perfectly centered in the fork, I got out for some more testing. One thing that has changed since my initial tests: I no longer provoke shimmy at a slow speed, only a decent clip. However, when descending a hill at moderate speed or fast speed, if I'm sitting upright with hands off the bars, my Sam Hillborne will dance. Frustrating. Of course, Charlie is right: I could just right with my hands on the bars. But for me, riding no-handed down hills not only is relaxing, but a great joy. So at least for me, it's not an option. Or at least not one I'm willing to consider at this time. And as others have suggested, i could ride without a saddlebag. But after using saddlebags for 20 years, I wouldn't even know how to ride without my beloved saddlebag. (And furthermore, although I'm sure a weighted saddlebag is a factor, I have not had any significant weight in my saddlebag throughout this discovery process. Not to mention when I ride the old wheel with the same saddlebag, I experience no shimmy.) How to explain the initial shimmy at slow speeds and now only at higher speeds on a steeper hill? Perhaps the tire is seated better than initially. Perhaps the rubber of the tire has expanded over the course of a day. Who knows? I guess the worst case scenario is I go back to my old wheel with fantastic new Jack Brown Greens. Wow, I love those tires! I was anticipating a let down, going from 35c Panaracer Pasellas to a skinny JB 33.3c. To the contrary, I'm really loving the tires and don't notice the width as being a factor. Time will tell about puncture resistance. But as far as ride quality, much improved on the JBs. Thanks for everyone for sharing his opinions and anecdotes. Much, much appreciated. I will update this thread if and when I am able to solve the riddle. But I suspect I will just swap back to my old wheel for the time being and quit worrying about it. If any of you out there is interested in a new Shimano Alfine generator hub on a new Syngery Velocity 32 spoke wheel, I may just be willing to part with it. thanks again for sharing. John On Tuesday, April 23, 2013 7:12:08 AM UTC-7, Tim McNamara wrote: Wheel balance on bikes is a red herring. The mass differences are too small and the RPMs of a bike wheel are too slow. I have another anecdote that I don't have time to write at this time (at work, should be working...) which should help demonstrate this. On Apr 23, 2013, at 8:35 AM, Will waller@gmail.com javascript: wrote: I've always felt that shimmy was related to an unbalanced wheel. We routinely balance our automobile wheels, why would a bike be different? I think as we move to fatter tires (more mass) we will need to address the balance issue. I think the frame discussion is irrelevant. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Bombadil experiment
I was joking, of course, but there was murmuring in the early Bombadil days about the possibility of a disc brake option... I have no recollection about who was doing the murmuring. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Pictures of the worlds most perfect Atlantis (for me). Should I paint the head tube ivory?
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-efZlLQqhjok/UXbcQGpczaI/AAs/Tcrh6V91Frs/s1600/IMG_0219.JPGhttps://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-HQDeJayE4VA/UXbb-lQExgI/AAk/56HjmKs0MP8/s1600/IMG_0222.JPG This is my Atlantis I bought new in '98 or so. I recently rebuilt it with Deore XT 10 speed (9 speed rear derailleur to work with 10 speed bar end shifters), Tubus Cosmo rear rack, Nitto M-12 front, Nitto H20 cages, Salsa Woodchippers (my favorite bar yet, even though it took some dirt drop stem modification to get the sharp curves through the stem), XT V-brakes with Cane creek V-brake compatible brake levers and platform pedals that Rivendell sells. Also honey B-17 and a White Brothers suspension seat post (the best I have found yet, and I tried a BUNCH. Too bad they don't make them anymore). Fenders are Planet Bikes which are polycarbonate and seem to last much longer than the ESGs(?). The frame bag I made myself and is made from heavy green canvas. I had it built before with a proper Rivendell build, which was great for the past 12 years or so. Thought I would try something new. I love the new 24-36 low gear for my bad knees and steep trails are easy now. Not too sure about platforms yet. They are great everywhere but on long rides and off road. I feel so naked on them, like I could get bucked off at the slightest bump. Not being able to bunny hop is weird too. This is my car. I don't own a carbon spewing, children killing, money sucking car. This sucks up my money insteadlol. Now I ask the groups wisdom. Do I paint the head tube ivory? Now it is solid powder coat gloss olive and looks utilitarian and off roady. I think it needs to be classed up a bit. I have had three back surgeries and three carpal tunnel surgeries, hence the HIGH bars. Thanks for looking and thanks for your head tube advice in advance... Clayton -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Pictures of the worlds most perfect Atlantis (for me). Should I paint the head tube ivory?
Why not try a headtube color that approximates the honey of the saddle, the panniers or the bar tape? On Tue, Apr 23, 2013 at 2:31 PM, clayton treefir...@yahoo.com wrote: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-efZlLQqhjok/UXbcQGpczaI/AAs/Tcrh6V91Frs/s1600/IMG_0219.JPGhttps://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-HQDeJayE4VA/UXbb-lQExgI/AAk/56HjmKs0MP8/s1600/IMG_0222.JPG This is my Atlantis I bought new in '98 or so. I recently rebuilt it with Deore XT 10 speed (9 speed rear derailleur to work with 10 speed bar end shifters), Tubus Cosmo rear rack, Nitto M-12 front, Nitto H20 cages, Salsa Woodchippers (my favorite bar yet, even though it took some dirt drop stem modification to get the sharp curves through the stem), XT V-brakes with Cane creek V-brake compatible brake levers and platform pedals that Rivendell sells. Also honey B-17 and a White Brothers suspension seat post (the best I have found yet, and I tried a BUNCH. Too bad they don't make them anymore). Fenders are Planet Bikes which are polycarbonate and seem to last much longer than the ESGs(?). The frame bag I made myself and is made from heavy green canvas. I had it built before with a proper Rivendell build, which was great for the past 12 years or so. Thought I would try something new. I love the new 24-36 low gear for my bad knees and steep trails are easy now. Not too sure about platforms yet. They are great everywhere but on long rides and off road. I feel so naked on them, like I could get bucked off at the slightest bump. Not being able to bunny hop is weird too. This is my car. I don't own a carbon spewing, children killing, money sucking car. This sucks up my money insteadlol. Now I ask the groups wisdom. Do I paint the head tube ivory? Now it is solid powder coat gloss olive and looks utilitarian and off roady. I think it needs to be classed up a bit. I have had three back surgeries and three carpal tunnel surgeries, hence the HIGH bars. Thanks for looking and thanks for your head tube advice in advance... Clayton -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Pictures of the worlds most perfect Atlantis (for me). Should I paint the head tube ivory?
Hi Clayton, Looks like a super workhorse, military-spec, explorer bike. What a nice color your honey B-17 turned out. I'd probably leave the color as is-- maybe put the head badge back on, or even get a custom one made. Maybe try Bosco hbars? Happy riding, shoji On Tuesday, April 23, 2013 3:31:50 PM UTC-4, clayton wrote: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-efZlLQqhjok/UXbcQGpczaI/AAs/Tcrh6V91Frs/s1600/IMG_0219.JPGhttps://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-HQDeJayE4VA/UXbb-lQExgI/AAk/56HjmKs0MP8/s1600/IMG_0222.JPG This is my Atlantis I bought new in '98 or so. I recently rebuilt it with Deore XT 10 speed (9 speed rear derailleur to work with 10 speed bar end shifters), Tubus Cosmo rear rack, Nitto M-12 front, Nitto H20 cages, Salsa Woodchippers (my favorite bar yet, even though it took some dirt drop stem modification to get the sharp curves through the stem), XT V-brakes with Cane creek V-brake compatible brake levers and platform pedals that Rivendell sells. Also honey B-17 and a White Brothers suspension seat post (the best I have found yet, and I tried a BUNCH. Too bad they don't make them anymore). Fenders are Planet Bikes which are polycarbonate and seem to last much longer than the ESGs(?). The frame bag I made myself and is made from heavy green canvas. I had it built before with a proper Rivendell build, which was great for the past 12 years or so. Thought I would try something new. I love the new 24-36 low gear for my bad knees and steep trails are easy now. Not too sure about platforms yet. They are great everywhere but on long rides and off road. I feel so naked on them, like I could get bucked off at the slightest bump. Not being able to bunny hop is weird too. This is my car. I don't own a carbon spewing, children killing, money sucking car. This sucks up my money insteadlol. Now I ask the groups wisdom. Do I paint the head tube ivory? Now it is solid powder coat gloss olive and looks utilitarian and off roady. I think it needs to be classed up a bit. I have had three back surgeries and three carpal tunnel surgeries, hence the HIGH bars. Thanks for looking and thanks for your head tube advice in advance... Clayton -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Pictures of the worlds most perfect Atlantis (for me). Should I paint the head tube ivory?
On Tue, 2013-04-23 at 14:37 -0500, Bruce Herbitter wrote: Why not try a headtube color that approximates the honey of the saddle, the panniers or the bar tape? That saddle isn't going to stay that color very long. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Yet another post on shimmy
I dunno... Jan Heine has this to say: http://janheine.wordpress.com/2012/01/30/the-downsides-of-wide-tires/ Will On Tuesday, April 23, 2013 9:12:08 AM UTC-5, Tim McNamara wrote: Wheel balance on bikes is a red herring. The mass differences are too small and the RPMs of a bike wheel are too slow. I have another anecdote that I don't have time to write at this time (at work, should be working...) which should help demonstrate this. On Apr 23, 2013, at 8:35 AM, Will waller@gmail.com javascript: wrote: I've always felt that shimmy was related to an unbalanced wheel. We routinely balance our automobile wheels, why would a bike be different? I think as we move to fatter tires (more mass) we will need to address the balance issue. I think the frame discussion is irrelevant. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Rivendell Romulus
Michael - Perhaps I should say older age at 56 but the main reason is some deterioration in my neck so I need to be more upright as I just cannot stretch out as much. I never did use a very long stem when I was younger, my Sabatini originally came with a Cinelli 100mm but had to try a 80mm recently. It has a very short 55 cm top tube for a 58 cm frame ( C to C ) but has become an advantage. I much prefer the Romulus though - it is a bit more stable although the Sabatini has fairly slack angles with 41 cm chain stays and was not twitchy as later designs tended to be. The Romulus is a nice alternative to the Bleriot and a Steelwool Tweed as I definitely find I can keep a faster pace overall. For years I had only one bike but so far like having a few with different ride characteristics and abilities. The 60 cm stem was found on ebay for a reasonable price. On Sunday, March 24, 2013 11:31:02 PM UTC-7, Brent wrote: I just picked up a 59 cm Romulus, alittle worse for wear but still in good condition with some Honjo hammered fenders, Nitto front rack, Nitto crystal seat post and Shimano side pull brakes - the headset is Shimano 105. All for 400.00. It seems like a decent price especially since I doubt I will come across anything Rivendell locally here in Vancouver, B.C. The owner also threw in some leather handlebar tape. Anyway, I guess I will be looking for some parts to build it up. This makes it my second Rivendell along with a Bleriot I purchased early this year. Brent Avery Vancouver, B.C. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Rivendell Romulus
I constantly scour Vancouver Craigslist for any mention of Rivendell bikes and have always come up empty handed. Congratulations on that find! On Sunday, March 24, 2013 11:31:02 PM UTC-7, Brent wrote: I just picked up a 59 cm Romulus, alittle worse for wear but still in good condition with some Honjo hammered fenders, Nitto front rack, Nitto crystal seat post and Shimano side pull brakes - the headset is Shimano 105. All for 400.00. It seems like a decent price especially since I doubt I will come across anything Rivendell locally here in Vancouver, B.C. The owner also threw in some leather handlebar tape. Anyway, I guess I will be looking for some parts to build it up. This makes it my second Rivendell along with a Bleriot I purchased early this year. Brent Avery Vancouver, B.C. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Yet another post on shimmy
Shimmy is typically very speed dependent. When ride-buddy JimG was diagnosing his issue on a non-RBW bike, it shimmied in a very predictable pattern when using a front bag, rear load and unloaded. ). They were not equivalent speeds - 15, 18 and 21 mph IIRC. It's also extremely center of gravity dependent. I've seen it more with lighter, taller riders, and by sitting back and up, you are taking what little mass you have up off the pedals and pitching it back and behind. You might experiment slightly with the angle of your hips when you go no handed. The reason I mention this is that I've found minor differences in how I sit makes a great deal of difference in where the COG is located. It's not important on my RBW bicycles, but I have an older fixed-gear bike where weight distribution is a lot more critical. My suggestion for removing the saddlebag was really one of identifying variables. As far as differing speeds on differing hills: I'd go back to COG. The steeper hill does effectively move it forward. On the Jack Browns, after I got my first pair, I had to really force myself to go back and use up the old Paselas... - Jim On Tuesday, April 23, 2013 11:02:51 AM UTC-7, john wrote: Well, after removing the tire from the new wheel, remounting the tire to ensure a perfect seal, and matching up the valve to the label for future testing, and ensuring that the wheel was perfectly centered in the fork, I got out for some more testing. One thing that has changed since my initial tests: I no longer provoke shimmy at a slow speed, only a decent clip. However, when descending a hill at moderate speed or fast speed, if I'm sitting upright with hands off the bars, my Sam Hillborne will dance. Frustrating. Of course, Charlie is right: I could just right with my hands on the bars. But for me, riding no-handed down hills not only is relaxing, but a great joy. So at least for me, it's not an option. Or at least not one I'm willing to consider at this time. And as others have suggested, i could ride without a saddlebag. But after using saddlebags for 20 years, I wouldn't even know how to ride without my beloved saddlebag. (And furthermore, although I'm sure a weighted saddlebag is a factor, I have not had any significant weight in my saddlebag throughout this discovery process. Not to mention when I ride the old wheel with the same saddlebag, I experience no shimmy.) How to explain the initial shimmy at slow speeds and now only at higher speeds on a steeper hill? Perhaps the tire is seated better than initially. Perhaps the rubber of the tire has expanded over the course of a day. Who knows? I guess the worst case scenario is I go back to my old wheel with fantastic new Jack Brown Greens. Wow, I love those tires! I was anticipating a let down, going from 35c Panaracer Pasellas to a skinny JB 33.3c. To the contrary, I'm really loving the tires and don't notice the width as being a factor. Time will tell about puncture resistance. But as far as ride quality, much improved on the JBs. Thanks for everyone for sharing his opinions and anecdotes. Much, much appreciated. I will update this thread if and when I am able to solve the riddle. But I suspect I will just swap back to my old wheel for the time being and quit worrying about it. If any of you out there is interested in a new Shimano Alfine generator hub on a new Syngery Velocity 32 spoke wheel, I may just be willing to part with it. thanks again for sharing. John On Tuesday, April 23, 2013 7:12:08 AM UTC-7, Tim McNamara wrote: Wheel balance on bikes is a red herring. The mass differences are too small and the RPMs of a bike wheel are too slow. I have another anecdote that I don't have time to write at this time (at work, should be working...) which should help demonstrate this. On Apr 23, 2013, at 8:35 AM, Will waller@gmail.com wrote: I've always felt that shimmy was related to an unbalanced wheel. We routinely balance our automobile wheels, why would a bike be different? I think as we move to fatter tires (more mass) we will need to address the balance issue. I think the frame discussion is irrelevant. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] FS - misc parts
I picked up a box of misc parts and sifted out the set of things I don't really care about. 2 - 10sp cassettes one is 12-25 the other is 11 or 12 - 26. One of them has a missing lockring. $20 each 1 pair of crank bros eggbeaters pedals - good shape - $25 1 pair of crank bros candy c pedals - good shape - some scrapes $30 1 salsa moto-ace bell-lap bar - 26.0 clamp - I think it is 46cm wide - $35 1 Deda newton shallow drop bar - 31.7 clamp - 42cm wide - $40 Pictures here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/skvidal/sets/72157633309632099/detail/ Shipping not included in pricing. Shipping will be whatever it costs to ship to you from NC. -sv -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Pictures of the worlds most perfect Atlantis (for me). Should I paint the head tube ivory?
Great color. It doesn't need a headtube color, though the Atlantis head badge is plenty classy. Awesome you don't own a car! Best, Hugh -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] WTB: Nitto Technomic Deluxe/Tallux 9cm
Anyone have one in the garage? I am set up to send Paypal. One caveat is that I would need you to ship to Thailand. If you're looking for an 11 cm tallux, maybe we could trade? Paul -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Pictures of the worlds most perfect Atlantis (for me). Should I paint the head tube ivory?
I think it looks nice the way it is, but I also appreciate the cream head tubes of the regular Atlantis paint scheme. You could try putting masking tape in the area where you would paint, and then step back a few yards to get an idea of what a cream or ivory colored head tube might look like against the olive green. The more I imagine it, the more I like the idea of the contrasting headtube. -Aaron Young Vancouver, WA On Tuesday, April 23, 2013, hsmitham wrote: Great color. It doesn't need a headtube color, though the Atlantis head badge is plenty classy. Awesome you don't own a car! Best, Hugh -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com javascript:;. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.comjavascript:; . Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Pictures of the worlds most perfect Atlantis (for me). Should I paint the head tube ivory?
Nice bike, looks like a quality powder coat. I personally if it was all built up would leave it. That hand made frame bag is the boss! On Apr 23, 2013 7:38 PM, Aaron Young 1ce...@gmail.com wrote: I think it looks nice the way it is, but I also appreciate the cream head tubes of the regular Atlantis paint scheme. You could try putting masking tape in the area where you would paint, and then step back a few yards to get an idea of what a cream or ivory colored head tube might look like against the olive green. The more I imagine it, the more I like the idea of the contrasting headtube. -Aaron Young Vancouver, WA On Tuesday, April 23, 2013, hsmitham wrote: Great color. It doesn't need a headtube color, though the Atlantis head badge is plenty classy. Awesome you don't own a car! Best, Hugh -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] A new power option for touring and commuting. I really like this.
Check this out. What does everyone think? I see lots of advantages over a generator hub. It can be removed easily when not needed. All the electronics are already dialed, no need for extra stuff. Light, simple and hidden under your pannier http://www.gizmag.com/siva-cycle-atom-phone-charger/27224/ Clayton -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Pictures of the worlds most perfect Atlantis (for me). Should I paint the head tube ivory?
Great idea. I never would have thought of that. On Tuesday, April 23, 2013 4:38:13 PM UTC-7, AaronY wrote: I think it looks nice the way it is, but I also appreciate the cream head tubes of the regular Atlantis paint scheme. You could try putting masking tape in the area where you would paint, and then step back a few yards to get an idea of what a cream or ivory colored head tube might look like against the olive green. The more I imagine it, the more I like the idea of the contrasting headtube. -Aaron Young Vancouver, WA On Tuesday, April 23, 2013, hsmitham wrote: Great color. It doesn't need a headtube color, though the Atlantis head badge is plenty classy. Awesome you don't own a car! Best, Hugh -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Pictures of the worlds most perfect Atlantis (for me). Should I paint the head tube ivory?
On Tuesday, April 23, 2013 4:38:13 PM UTC-7, AaronY wrote: I think it looks nice the way it is, but I also appreciate the cream head tubes of the regular Atlantis paint scheme. You could try putting masking tape in the area where you would paint, and then step back a few yards to get an idea of what a cream or ivory colored head tube might look like against the olive green. The more I imagine it, the more I like the idea of the contrasting headtube. -Aaron Young Vancouver, WA On Tuesday, April 23, 2013, hsmitham wrote: Great color. It doesn't need a headtube color, though the Atlantis head badge is plenty classy. Awesome you don't own a car! Best, Hugh -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] A new power option for touring and commuting. I really like this.
Not bad for what it does, but what it doesn't do is power lights like a dynohub does. The Luxos U does both of these things, and is an amazing light, from the tests online. I personally wouldn't buy anything from someone who rides/endorses riding into a herd of people on the sidewalk though, I just hate those people so much. On Tue, Apr 23, 2013 at 8:32 PM, clayton treefir...@yahoo.com wrote: Check this out. What does everyone think? I see lots of advantages over a generator hub. It can be removed easily when not needed. All the electronics are already dialed, no need for extra stuff. Light, simple and hidden under your pannier http://www.gizmag.com/siva-cycle-atom-phone-charger/27224/ Clayton -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Bombadil experiment
I am fairly sure the clearance increased with the second generation of Bombadils. On Monday, April 22, 2013 9:33:03 PM UTC-7, Jim M. wrote: On Monday, April 22, 2013 7:42:59 PM UTC-7, Leslie wrote: I have to admit, I'm now starting to wonder, just how big of a tire would fit I think Rock-n-Roads would easily enough (might have to remove the fenders though). But beyond that I'm now wondering if any 29er tires would go I happen to have a set of 29er wheels for rim brakes sitting in the garage. I'll mount them up and see how they fit. Mine's a prototype so yours might have more clearance. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Joe Bunik please contact me
Patrick Moore iPhone -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Bombadil experiment
Very cool experiment! And you didn't even have to buy new brakes. So convenient! Let us know how you like it after a while trying it out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Understanding Silver Shifters video
Oh, cool! Thanks for the tip. Great to know it can be easily replaced if needed. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Pictures of the worlds most perfect Atlantis (for me). Should I paint the head tube ivory?
Hey Clayton -- Curious about the long, relatively narrow frame bag that you made. Is that just for as much general stuff as you can stuff in there, or is it fitted for something specific? Nice setup. I like it! A real touring Atlantis. Reid -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Yet another post on shimmy
I once replaced a front wheel with a similar professionally built wheel on a road bike with 27 wheels. Suddenly the bike shimmied. After much aggravation, I found that the newly built wheel had settled in, meaning it had become the tiniest bit flexy. Another wheel builder tightened it up to spec and all was well. Reid -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] wtb: Riv Rambouillet 58cm frameset (any color other than orange!)
Hey there! I'm looking for a 58cm Rambouillet in any color other than orange. Not picky on paint condition but nothing with dings/dents. Otherwise let's make a deal!! Thanks!! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Spring Commutes
I've been riding the past few days in the nice sunny Seattle spring on my Hunqa and Homer with some new combos. Here are some pics of the current iteration of the Hunqapillar with Midge bars and Resist Nomad tires. I like the Midges so far, and the best thing is they allow room for the large Wald basket and large Shopsack combo that I was missing when I had the 42cm Noodles on it. The tires are, as mentioned, a nice large volume tire that rolls well. I took it down my favorite park dirt trail to test grip, and they grip about as well as Jack Browns - i.e. if you need reliable traction, look for more knobs. pics: http://flic.kr/p/edH52P On the Homer I put the GB Cypres tires back on. Sublime... Brian Seattle, WA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
