[RBW] Re: SoCal Rivsters San Clemente S24O
The photos almost make me miss the southland. Geographic elitism aside, it looks like the trip was a raging success. There have been so many inspiring meet-ups this year. I imagine there'll be a few more before the weather turns (more for some, less for others... in regard to weather turning) and we retreat to our caves for the winter. In addition to the small local gatherings, I'm already looking forward to the 2014 Jamboree. Will be nice to meet more of you characters in person and share a few pedal revolutions. --Smitty -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Happy Birthday Tommy!
I haven't known Tommy as long or been on as many adventures with him as you have Manny, but I certainly feel fortunate to have crossed paths with him. One of my favorite things about Rivendell are the people I've met in real life as a result of the list here. Tommy is one of those people. FWIW... we made sure Tommy got some B-day tamales and some home made chocolate-chip-avocado cookies. --Smitty On Sunday, August 25, 2013 7:42:22 PM UTC-7, Manuel Acosta wrote: One of my favorite bike photographers is my good old riding buddy Tommy from Cali now resides in Portland. He rarely post here but when he does... it's always money. He has a great eye and amazing sense of contrast. Here's his flickr. http://www.flickr.com/photos/metron04/ Tommy and I have share countless of miles and he was/is one of my favorite people to take pictures of and I am lucky enough to call him a good friend. I wish him the best birthday and look forward to seeing him soon. Pictures proved that Tommy exist and is awesome. http://www.flickr.com/photos/mannyacosta/people/metron04/ -Manny Good to have friend that can deal with you Acosta -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Japan?
Hi Christopher Japan is a very beautiful country. I think you will enjoy the visit. Can you speak Japanese? I am a native speaker of Japanese, so I have no idea whether or not traveling in Japan is easy for nonnatives. Maybe someone in this list can give you advice about that. Rural areas are more pleasant to visit than urban areas (for cyclists, that is), but there is less chance to meet someone who speaks English in rural areas. I think I can give you some advice about eastern part of Japan. I seldom go to west Japan, so I don't know much about west. Do you have any idea when you will visit? Takashi 2013年8月24日土曜日 15時07分16秒 UTC+9 Christopher Chen: Any Riv'ers in Japan or with touring experience they'd like to share? I've been thinking about going for some time now. cc -- I want the kind of six pack you can't drink. -- Micah -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Bleriot Birthday Ride Report
Hugh! 82˚F? Zounds! That's positively sweltering (we may have 1 or two days where we reach the 90's here, mostly we are hot in the 70's. Can't tempt me with temps in the 80's. Too hot! We're now (mostly) out of monsoon season (tough late last week we had the creek next to our house (usually 4 deep) rise 10' and flood the other side (which is 10' lower than our side). So dry and cooling off sounds good. With abandon, Patrick On Sunday, August 25, 2013 9:44:13 PM UTC-6, hsmitham wrote: Rob, Happy Birthday! Great way to enjoy it. Thanks for the pictures. On another note what a contrast http://www.flickr.com/photos/pedalpusher61/9593311668/ End of August a high of 82 degrees not rubbing it in just saying it's interesting. `~Hugh On Sunday, August 25, 2013 11:27:04 AM UTC-7, rob markwardt wrote: Greetings, Some people want gifts and parties for their birthday. I just want to be alone on my bike! Got my wish yesterday as the family dropped my off at Snoqualmie summit outside of Seattle. Spent the day riding back to the city on various trials and roads. Had a dinner date at 6:00 at my in-laws so not much time for dawdlingmade it at 5:55! Overall about 85 miles on the Bleriot in a little more than 7 hours. A little cold and rainy at the start but turned out to be a perfect day. pics: http://www.flickr.com/photos/77502424@N00/sets/72157635231317256/ route: http://goo.gl/maps/34PZS Rob -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Saddles - A Weighty Question
You may need to pound the saddle forward (or back) using the heel of your hand. Even a small amount can make a big difference. With abandon, Patrick -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Calling all SoCal Rivsters S240 August 23rd anyone? See details below.
On 08/26/2013 12:21 AM, Tom Virgil wrote: David's bike caused some serious bike envy. I have searched J.P.Weigle before the S24O and have no idea how one even gets one. You write him or call him. -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: My miniature AHH
Diane I'm a member of the Vertically Challenged Cyclists Club too, so I know the challenges of small frames and the thrill of finding a good fit. The AHH is a beauty. Cecily, any comments on Soma Xpress' puncture resistance and on how long they're expected to last? -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: New rack!
Definitely knows how to braze and has a flair for cool understated design. On Sunday, August 25, 2013 3:14:09 PM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote: By Chauncey Matthews of Matthews Custom Cycles, delivered this afternoon. -- *RESUMES THAT GET YOU NOTICED!* Certified Resume Writer http://resumespecialties.com/index.html patric...@resumespecialties.com javascript: http://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickmooreresumespec/ Albuquerque, NM -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: front or rear rack?
I like the idea of a rando bag on a small nitto I think.. thanks all. Matches what I would do. If I am riding with only one rack, prefer front to back. Easy to add a saddle bag if you need a little more space. Of course bike geometry makes a difference. My road bike with Italian '80s geometry does not like any sort of weight up front. -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Happy Birthday Tommy!
Riding with Tommy, and Andy, was great yesterday. I didn't even know it was his birthday until the very end of the ride. If hadn't had to be home right away, I would have suggested we go to Salt Straw for artisan ice cream or grab a burrito some place. Tommy rolling in the MHNF last April. http://www.flickr.com/photos/41335973@N00/8627220217/in/set-72157633188497354 Hopefully you'll come up for a visit soon Manny. --mike -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Bleriot Birthday Ride Report
On Sunday, August 25, 2013 11:27:04 AM UTC-7, rob markwardt wrote: Greetings, Some people want gifts and parties for their birthday. I just want to be alone on my bike! Agreed. Sounds like a great day with a nice mixture of solitude, cycling and family. A belated happy birthday Rob! --mike -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Saddles - A Weighty Question
I'm 250, ride B17's on each of my Riv's, haven't had any problems w/ the saddles yet... -L On Sunday, August 25, 2013 8:42:11 PM UTC-4, Cecily Walker wrote: Hi all, I have a Brooks B67 S saddle on my Betty Foy, but I'm finding that the saddle isn't as comfortable as it used to be when I was riding completely upright on my Dutch bike. I'm leaning a bit more forward on the Betty Foy, and that's putting some uncomfortable pressure on sensitive parts. My concern is that because I'm a heavyweight rider, a saddle like the B17 won't stand up to my weight, and I'll damage the seat rails. Have any of you who are in excess of 220# had any issues with the B17 saddle? If you have other recommendations, I'm happy to entertain them. Thanks! Cecily -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Saddles - A Weighty Question
Cecily, I have spent a lot of time and experimentation trying to help my wife solve a chafing problem. Her single now has a Terry Fly and the tandem a B17. We've been through the up down routine and have settled on level. A switch to Albas has helped. But not all the problem turned out to be the saddle or adjustment. She was wearing Ibex women's specific shorts which have a pretty thick pad. When she switched to a pair of men's shorts with a very thin pad, things got better. Finally she started using organic coconut oil as a lubricant. That seems to have made a big difference, especially when we go for a long ride, like 3 hours. Michael On Sunday, August 25, 2013 8:42:11 PM UTC-4, Cecily Walker wrote: Hi all, I have a Brooks B67 S saddle on my Betty Foy, but I'm finding that the saddle isn't as comfortable as it used to be when I was riding completely upright on my Dutch bike. I'm leaning a bit more forward on the Betty Foy, and that's putting some uncomfortable pressure on sensitive parts. My concern is that because I'm a heavyweight rider, a saddle like the B17 won't stand up to my weight, and I'll damage the seat rails. Have any of you who are in excess of 220# had any issues with the B17 saddle? If you have other recommendations, I'm happy to entertain them. Thanks! Cecily -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Request for Advice: Portland to Mount Vernon via Astoria, Olympic Peninsula, and Whidbey Island
Sorry, forgot the link. http://www.orrandonneurs.org/rba/2012/Olney-Gothic_Logger/Olney-Gothic_Logger_info.html No turn by turn, and I'd recommend going over by some route OTHER than Newberry (steep two miles), but by the time you are to Olney, just keep going to Astoria. On Saturday, August 24, 2013 2:12:11 PM UTC-7, Lynne Fitz wrote: Portland to Astoria is pretty easy. This perm has the roads hooked together to get to Birkenfeld; you just keep going on Hwy 202, and you will be in Astoria. reverse mi 64.2 to Skyline. Coming out of PDX, I'd recommend going up through Washington Park on SW Kingston, turning R on SW Knights Blvd, L on SW Fairview, L on Burnside, bear R onto Skyline. Or you can go W on Hwy 30 to Scappoose, and then take Scappoose-Vernonia over the hill to Hwy 202, turn R. Cross the bridge, head to Raymond, keep going, and head for Aberdeen. Hwy 101 north on the Olympic Peninsula isn't all that crowded; SIR has many brevet routes there. Detour to La Push to check out the sea stacks. Lake Crescent is amazingly gorgeous. Keep following around and you will get to Port Townsend. Get onto the Old Olympic Hwy as often as you can; Hwy 101 gets to be much less fun. Hwy 104 to Pt Townsend is, um, seriously lumpy. have a great ride! Cheers, Lynne F On Tuesday, August 20, 2013 11:21:44 PM UTC-7, Christopher Chen wrote: I'm looking to spend two weeks doing nothing but riding. I was looking to fashion a route from Portland to Astoria to Aberdeen to Port Angeles via the west side of the Olympic National Forest, camping once or twice then Port Townsend to Whidbey Island via ferry, then around the islands for a few days before crossing to Mount Vernon, where I can catch an Amtrak back home. Any tips? Any things to avoid? I'm hoping to do this in mid September. cc -- I want the kind of six pack you can't drink. -- Micah -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: My miniature AHH
Soma Xpress are good tires. I have about 2000 miles on mine and no flats. Only issue was having to rearrange the fenders, because they are fatter than my previous tires. On Monday, August 26, 2013 5:08:44 AM UTC-7, Nancy Seibel wrote: Diane I'm a member of the Vertically Challenged Cyclists Club too, so I know the challenges of small frames and the thrill of finding a good fit. The AHH is a beauty. Cecily, any comments on Soma Xpress' puncture resistance and on how long they're expected to last? -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: My miniature AHH
No punctures here, but I've only had them for about two weeks. A friend who lives in Colorado has about 1000 miles on her Xpress tires and says they stand up to goatheads. On Monday, August 26, 2013 5:08:44 AM UTC-7, Nancy Seibel wrote: Diane I'm a member of the Vertically Challenged Cyclists Club too, so I know the challenges of small frames and the thrill of finding a good fit. The AHH is a beauty. Cecily, any comments on Soma Xpress' puncture resistance and on how long they're expected to last? -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: My miniature AHH
On SOMA Xpress: I started using them upon recommendations from this group on a 650B winter tire that was 38mm or less. I wound up really liking them generally and they were reasonable for light snow on city roads. (I did, though, rip a sidewall by incorrectly positioning my White ENO eccentric hub/rear brake shoe. Ya learn that once! Gotta love those QB's for that very reason. But when I set up my proto bleriot frame as a single, there wasn't any small QB's like they had in the last silver run.) -RCW -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Car free Crater Lake
In case you hadn't heard, the NPS felt that the car free weekend earlier this summer was such a success that it will now be an annual event, and another one scheduled for 4 weeks from now. A truly spectacular, bucket list ride. Start planning. http://bikeportland.org/2013/08/19/crater-lake-national-park-to-announce-annual-carfree-weekend-92555 Mike -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Car free Crater Lake
That's fantastic! The rim even with cars is spectacular, and without cars it will be a hundred times better. On Mon, Aug 26, 2013 at 10:56 AM, velomann velom...@gmail.com wrote: In case you hadn't heard, the NPS felt that the car free weekend earlier this summer was such a success that it will now be an annual event, and another one scheduled for 4 weeks from now. A truly spectacular, bucket list ride. Start planning. http://bikeportland.org/2013/08/19/crater-lake-national-park-to-announce-annual-carfree-weekend-92555 Mike -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- -- Anne Paulson It isn't a contest. Enjoy the ride. -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Car free Crater Lake
how easy would it be to try and get there without a car from downtown Portland? -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] FS- Ortlieb and Carradice bags
I have been hoarding these bags for a while, but I don't foresee using them. First up is the Ortlieb Mud Racer LED, which is a waterproof hard-shell seat bag with a built-in LED rear light. I thought I would use this on my commuter or MTB, but my plans have changed. I have mounted it once for the fit, but it has never been used, and it still have tab on the LED battery intact, so the battery has not made contact with the leads. It is a pretty good size for seat bags, and it will fit your wallet, phone, tubes, and small tools (depending, of course). I'm asking $30 shipped for this. http://www.ortlieb.co.uk/mudracer-led.html Second up the Berthoud rack saddlebag, with the proprietary mounting system included. It is brand-new, still in the bag, in the grey color. This is the smaller (7 liter) size. See here for details: Looking for $190 shipped. http://www.wallbike.com/berthoud/berthoud/berthoud-rack-saddlebags-gb604704 Thanks for looking, Greg Oakland, CA -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Car free Crater Lake
Portland is at the top of Oregon, and Crater Lake is all the way down at the bottom of the state. Easiest way to get there would be to take the train to Klamath Falls, probably; Crater Lake National Park is about a 40 mile ride from Klamath Falls. There's a campground at the base of the hill you have to climb to get to the rim. On Mon, Aug 26, 2013 at 11:06 AM, Zack zack...@gmail.com wrote: how easy would it be to try and get there without a car from downtown Portland? -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- -- Anne Paulson It isn't a contest. Enjoy the ride. -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Will a Carradice Bike Bureau accommodate a 17 laptop?
It's been a busy weekend for my tape measure! Their sewing pattern for the laptop sleeve seems to be (roughly) 10.5 x 14.5 x 1.5, but there's some give in the material and the soft sides also allow for some trading off of dimensions (thickness for width, etc.). Also, just found this: https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/nNprXMkEIU4/y2AqEg43alwJ :) -John On Sunday, August 25, 2013 10:53:44 PM UTC-4, Patrick Moore wrote: I owned one once and seem to remember that it will, but I sold it an now, inevitably, am in the market again. Someone offered me a good deal on one, and the only question remaining is, will it fit my 17 MacBook Pro? Thanks. Patrick probably answered this question myself a couple of years ago, but forgot the answer Moore -- *RESUMES THAT GET YOU NOTICED!* Certified Resume Writer http://resumespecialties.com/index.html patric...@resumespecialties.com javascript: http://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickmooreresumespec/ Albuquerque, NM -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Car free Crater Lake
Zack, That's a good question...Train? ~Hugh On Monday, August 26, 2013 11:06:47 AM UTC-7, Zack wrote: how easy would it be to try and get there without a car from downtown Portland? -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Car free Crater Lake
~560 miles on bike from the Bay Area! I'll see you there! OK, maybe next year On Monday, August 26, 2013 12:15:39 PM UTC-7, hsmitham wrote: Zack, That's a good question...Train? ~Hugh On Monday, August 26, 2013 11:06:47 AM UTC-7, Zack wrote: how easy would it be to try and get there without a car from downtown Portland? -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Car free Crater Lake
It's easy to get to Crater Lake on bike from the Bay Area. Just ride your bike to the San Jose train station, hop on the train, next morning you're in Klamath Falls, get off and start riding up. No problem. On Mon, Aug 26, 2013 at 1:06 PM, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: ~560 miles on bike from the Bay Area! I'll see you there! OK, maybe next year On Monday, August 26, 2013 12:15:39 PM UTC-7, hsmitham wrote: Zack, That's a good question...Train? ~Hugh On Monday, August 26, 2013 11:06:47 AM UTC-7, Zack wrote: how easy would it be to try and get there without a car from downtown Portland? -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- -- Anne Paulson It isn't a contest. Enjoy the ride. -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Everything Rivendellianesqueistic~!
Definitely an older Raleigh - Possibly a Record Ace? Love it. Nick W -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto R-14 and Paul Flatbed racks
R-14 is sold. Flatbed still available. -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Birthday riding in Glenwood Springs
My wife organized a fun little vacation to celebrate my birthday and the end of summer for my daughter. We packed up the car and headed into the hills destined for Glenwood Springs. I had been through it several times but aside from stopping for gas never spent any time there. We had plans for hiking, swimming, cave tours, alpine slides, and hot springs soaking. Stuck the bike on the car just in case ;) Fun was had by all and I got out on the bike all 4 days in some fashion. Awesome singletrack underbiking, spectacular canyon trails, steep never ending forest service roads, and tiny quaint mountain town side streets were the playgrounds. PICTURES http://www.flickr.com/photos/42027576@N00/sets/72157635248713400/ -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Birthday riding in Glenwood Springs
Fantastic! Nothing beats family time and biking. I'd love to know what FS roads you played on should we be out that way some point again. i used to hike Hanging Lake with my friend and his family when I'd join them in Glenwood. I'd forgotten Doc Holiday was buried there. Thanks for the vicarious trip! With abandon, Patrick On Monday, August 26, 2013 2:22:15 PM UTC-6, jinxed wrote: My wife organized a fun little vacation to celebrate my birthday and the end of summer for my daughter. We packed up the car and headed into the hills destined for Glenwood Springs. I had been through it several times but aside from stopping for gas never spent any time there. We had plans for hiking, swimming, cave tours, alpine slides, and hot springs soaking. Stuck the bike on the car just in case ;) Fun was had by all and I got out on the bike all 4 days in some fashion. Awesome singletrack underbiking, spectacular canyon trails, steep never ending forest service roads, and tiny quaint mountain town side streets were the playgrounds. PICTUREShttp://www.flickr.com/photos/42027576@N00/sets/72157635248713400/ -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: quickbeam/S.O. questions
Ah, yes. Recycling Day. I have ridden fireroads quite a bit with the Quickbeam, and I've been commuting with a saddlebag and a basket. Works great. It's a tough bike I'd ride anywhere. Philip www.biketinker.com On Sunday, August 25, 2013 5:19:13 PM UTC-7, JL wrote: Cyclotourist's new addition has me thinking again about a singlespeed commute/errand bike (I plan to keep my eye out for one at the right price 56 or 54cm). Right now that role is filled by my fantastic CB0, but it might be a little overbuilt for that role. QB owners: How does the bike handle on paved streets and fireroads with medium front/rear load (something like a nitto rack with panniers and a nitto front rack with a basket?) I I have seen tour reports, etc. but it has been a while. Jason SF,CA -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Will a Carradice Bike Bureau accommodate a 17 laptop?
I remember that, but I don't believe it. On Mon, Aug 26, 2013 at 12:42 PM, John Stowe stowe.j...@gmail.com wrote: It's been a busy weekend for my tape measure! Their sewing pattern for the laptop sleeve seems to be (roughly) 10.5 x 14.5 x 1.5, but there's some give in the material and the soft sides also allow for some trading off of dimensions (thickness for width, etc.). Also, just found this: https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/nNprXMkEIU4/y2AqEg43alwJ :) -John On Sunday, August 25, 2013 10:53:44 PM UTC-4, Patrick Moore wrote: I owned one once and seem to remember that it will, but I sold it an now, inevitably, am in the market again. Someone offered me a good deal on one, and the only question remaining is, will it fit my 17 MacBook Pro? Thanks. Patrick probably answered this question myself a couple of years ago, but forgot the answer Moore -- *RESUMES THAT GET YOU NOTICED!* Certified Resume Writer http://resumespecialties.com/**index.htmlhttp://resumespecialties.com/index.html patric...@**resumespecialties.com http://www.linkedin.com/in/**patrickmooreresumespec/http://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickmooreresumespec/ Albuquerque, NM -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- *RESUMES THAT GET YOU NOTICED!* Certified Resume Writer http://resumespecialties.com/index.html patrickmo...@resumespecialties.com http://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickmooreresumespec/ Albuquerque, NM -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: My miniature AHH
OK, that does it. I'm going to start talking to Riv about the last of the 47cm Salukis. My son, then my daughter, and maybe even my wife, would each look great on one of those. Step 1, confirm that the three remaining unpainted Salukis have cantilever posts: CHECK! On Sunday, August 25, 2013 6:21:26 PM UTC-7, DianeB wrote: Cecily thought her 52 cm Betty frame frame looked small. Oh Cecily, now this is small! Here are photos of my 47 AHH. BTW, I really like the tires on your bikeCecily. http://www.flickr.com/photos/100067615@N06/with/9592934777/ I love this bike and I'm having so much fun riding it. I decided on the stock build for this bike, knowing that I'd eventually change a few things, but I thought I'd try the Riv build/philosophy first. I did get a B67 tractor seat since I knew I'd be sitting more upright. Pretty quickly, I changed the Schwalbe Marathon 42's out for some Nifty Swiftys that I had in the garage. Even at 65psi those Marathons rode hard! I REALLY like the Albas; they take all the pressure off my hands. (Significant pain and swelling in my thumbs and surrounding areas on each hand landed me on recumbents for several years.) I don't know if I'll keep using the sneaker peddles or go back to clipless. Thanks for looking at the pics! -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Saddles - A Weighty Question
Cecily- I'm a large mammal; I weigh 210# now (was #260 a couple years ago) and I have no problems with my Brooks. I have a B17 Select on my gofast bike (Giordana XL-Eco) and a Brooks Flyer on my Rivendell Road Standard. I like the springs of the Flyer because I bounce on the saddle a lot when trying to pedal hard. I'm not easy on the saddles, but they've never complained, bent, or even really creaked. Tim On Mon, Aug 26, 2013 at 11:57 AM, Michael Hechmer mhech...@gmail.comwrote: Cecily, I have spent a lot of time and experimentation trying to help my wife solve a chafing problem. Her single now has a Terry Fly and the tandem a B17. We've been through the up down routine and have settled on level. A switch to Albas has helped. But not all the problem turned out to be the saddle or adjustment. She was wearing Ibex women's specific shorts which have a pretty thick pad. When she switched to a pair of men's shorts with a very thin pad, things got better. Finally she started using organic coconut oil as a lubricant. That seems to have made a big difference, especially when we go for a long ride, like 3 hours. Michael On Sunday, August 25, 2013 8:42:11 PM UTC-4, Cecily Walker wrote: Hi all, I have a Brooks B67 S saddle on my Betty Foy, but I'm finding that the saddle isn't as comfortable as it used to be when I was riding completely upright on my Dutch bike. I'm leaning a bit more forward on the Betty Foy, and that's putting some uncomfortable pressure on sensitive parts. My concern is that because I'm a heavyweight rider, a saddle like the B17 won't stand up to my weight, and I'll damage the seat rails. Have any of you who are in excess of 220# had any issues with the B17 saddle? If you have other recommendations, I'm happy to entertain them. Thanks! Cecily -- 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. 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: My miniature AHH
OK, that does it. I'm going to start talking to Riv about the last of the 47cm Salukis. My son, then my daughter, and maybe even my wife, would each look great on one of those. Go, William, Go! You won't regret it! I was kinda sorta in the same position when I picked up the Proto Bleriot frame some years ago. Do it. You have my full support (but without any $) ! -RCW -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Light camping stove options
This looks interesting to me, I'm going to try it out. It looks like it can only be used on the ground or with a metal something or other to protect a table. Am I right? On Friday, August 23, 2013 7:47:01 PM UTC-4, richd...@gmail.com wrote: With all the camping talk I wanted to share that I'm impressed with the Vargo hexagon wood stove. Mine is TI but stainless is a great option as well. I really like that you can use it as an esbit stove, drop an alcohol burner in there and use twigs as well. It is light and packs small and light. There are many out there like this if you search for light wood burning stoves. I also use it in my coffee kit for longer rides where I plan to take a break. Coffee prep is an entire new thread, but ill share that the via style makes it tough to mess with much else imo. In Iowa many rides or camping spots have a lot of dead wood around to use, or pack your own. No need to buy fuel of any type. I'm sure it is not ideal for all, but nice for many. -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: quickbeam/S.O. questions
Philip, Looking over your flickr photostream I think you are just the person to ask a few questions of. :) What was your experience like with the dingle (double singlespeed for the archives) setup? I am very curious about this setup option. How is the sizing on the quickbeam? Long? Tall? Short? Stout? I hope that question makes sense. I have owned both a Saluki and a Rambouillet and they fit a bit different from each other. How did you decide on the size you got? Any fender solutions that worked better than others? Is the rear facing track ends easier or more difficult to fender mod than forward facing drop outs? Thanks Jason SF,CA On Aug 26, 2013, at 1:44 PM, Philip Williamson philip.william...@gmail.com wrote: Ah, yes. Recycling Day. I have ridden fireroads quite a bit with the Quickbeam, and I've been commuting with a saddlebag and a basket. Works great. It's a tough bike I'd ride anywhere. Philip www.biketinker.com On Sunday, August 25, 2013 5:19:13 PM UTC-7, JL wrote: Cyclotourist's new addition has me thinking again about a singlespeed commute/errand bike (I plan to keep my eye out for one at the right price 56 or 54cm). Right now that role is filled by my fantastic CB0, but it might be a little overbuilt for that role. QB owners: How does the bike handle on paved streets and fireroads with medium front/rear load (something like a nitto rack with panniers and a nitto front rack with a basket?) I I have seen tour reports, etc. but it has been a while. Jason SF,CA -- 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. 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Light camping stove options
Speaking of stoves, and light weight, I discovered that Snow Peak actually has a store in my neighborhood. I went with a friend to check it out. This happened: http://t.co/ahv3iaj2xH On Mon, Aug 26, 2013 at 3:02 PM, Marc Irwin irwin7...@gmail.com wrote: This looks interesting to me, I'm going to try it out. It looks like it can only be used on the ground or with a metal something or other to protect a table. Am I right? On Friday, August 23, 2013 7:47:01 PM UTC-4, richd...@gmail.com wrote: With all the camping talk I wanted to share that I'm impressed with the Vargo hexagon wood stove. Mine is TI but stainless is a great option as well. I really like that you can use it as an esbit stove, drop an alcohol burner in there and use twigs as well. It is light and packs small and light. There are many out there like this if you search for light wood burning stoves. I also use it in my coffee kit for longer rides where I plan to take a break. Coffee prep is an entire new thread, but ill share that the via style makes it tough to mess with much else imo. In Iowa many rides or camping spots have a lot of dead wood around to use, or pack your own. No need to buy fuel of any type. I'm sure it is not ideal for all, but nice for many. -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- I want the kind of six pack you can't drink. -- Micah -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Light camping stove options
I have one of the gigapower stoves from them. I used it this weekend in fact. Light weight and compact. I cooked in a cast iron pan over a fire pit and in a Ti vessel with the snowpeak to prepare a multipart meal. Jason SF,CA On Aug 26, 2013, at 3:08 PM, Christopher Chen cc...@nougat.org wrote: Speaking of stoves, and light weight, I discovered that Snow Peak actually has a store in my neighborhood. I went with a friend to check it out. This happened: http://t.co/ahv3iaj2xH On Mon, Aug 26, 2013 at 3:02 PM, Marc Irwin irwin7...@gmail.com wrote: This looks interesting to me, I'm going to try it out. It looks like it can only be used on the ground or with a metal something or other to protect a table. Am I right? On Friday, August 23, 2013 7:47:01 PM UTC-4, richd...@gmail.com wrote: With all the camping talk I wanted to share that I'm impressed with the Vargo hexagon wood stove. Mine is TI but stainless is a great option as well. I really like that you can use it as an esbit stove, drop an alcohol burner in there and use twigs as well. It is light and packs small and light. There are many out there like this if you search for light wood burning stoves. I also use it in my coffee kit for longer rides where I plan to take a break. Coffee prep is an entire new thread, but ill share that the via style makes it tough to mess with much else imo. In Iowa many rides or camping spots have a lot of dead wood around to use, or pack your own. No need to buy fuel of any type. I'm sure it is not ideal for all, but nice for many. -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- I want the kind of six pack you can't drink. -- Micah -- 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. 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Bleriot Birthday Ride Report
Happy Birthday, Rob. I totally get that - looks like a great route, and a great way to spend your day. Now get back to writing essential questions, aligning your curriculum to the common core state standards, setting goals for TPEP, makin' copies . . . . Yep, even wood shop teachers have to write essential questions. Here's one of mine: Does money grow on trees? Cheers, Alex -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Happy Birthday Tommy!
Thanks for the kind words, rides are always filled with great terrain, views, and company. Can't wait until the next get together. I'll be sure to snap some photos of Manny in California while we're on a ride to prove he actually exists. Never thought a bike would help me meet amazing people such as you all. Happy riding, many more miles to come. -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Everything Rivendellianesqueistic~!
Beastly! ~Hugh On Saturday, August 24, 2013 7:06:14 PM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote: http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-dTtA7_okKUk/Tj6ps8O9bXI/AgM/1bp9RIlqCv8/s400/reg_harris0009_jpg_581-thumb.jpg Sorry, could not resist. But the frame is undoubtedly lugged. Patrick Moore, who loves his '99 Joe fixed gofast custom and from time to time pretends he is like Reg in ABQ, NM -- *RESUMES THAT GET YOU NOTICED!* Certified Resume Writer http://resumespecialties.com/index.html patric...@resumespecialties.com javascript: http://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickmooreresumespec/ Albuquerque, NM -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Everything Rivendellianesqueistic~!
I enjoy and promote cycling in all of its sometimes admittedly bizarre forms. In particular, and very seriously now, I admire and enjoy watching the genius of power and form that the best cycling athletes display -- be it Reg in a sprint or Eddy in a breakaway or chasedown, or Beryl in a time trial, or -- wonderful -- aerial video of a professional paceline en echelon. I personally have no taste for racing and have raced exactly twice in a very amateur way, but I will defend to the death your right to pursue it. On Mon, Aug 26, 2013 at 5:00 PM, hsmitham hughsmit...@gmail.com wrote: Beastly! ~Hugh On Saturday, August 24, 2013 7:06:14 PM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote: http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-**dTtA7_okKUk/Tj6ps8O9bXI/** AgM/1bp9RIlqCv8/s400/**reg_harris0009_jpg_581-thumb.**jpghttp://2.bp.blogspot.com/-dTtA7_okKUk/Tj6ps8O9bXI/AgM/1bp9RIlqCv8/s400/reg_harris0009_jpg_581-thumb.jpg Sorry, could not resist. But the frame is undoubtedly lugged. Patrick Moore, who loves his '99 Joe fixed gofast custom and from time to time pretends he is like Reg in ABQ, NM -- *RESUMES THAT GET YOU NOTICED!* Certified Resume Writer http://resumespecialties.com/**index.htmlhttp://resumespecialties.com/index.html patric...@**resumespecialties.com http://www.linkedin.com/in/**patrickmooreresumespec/http://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickmooreresumespec/ Albuquerque, NM -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- *RESUMES THAT GET YOU NOTICED!* Certified Resume Writer http://resumespecialties.com/index.html patrickmo...@resumespecialties.com http://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickmooreresumespec/ Albuquerque, NM -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Everything Rivendellianesqueistic~!
Well stated Patrick. ~Hugh Hugh Sunland, Ca On Mon, Aug 26, 2013 at 4:19 PM, Patrick Moore bertin...@gmail.com wrote: I enjoy and promote cycling in all of its sometimes admittedly bizarre forms. In particular, and very seriously now, I admire and enjoy watching the genius of power and form that the best cycling athletes display -- be it Reg in a sprint or Eddy in a breakaway or chasedown, or Beryl in a time trial, or -- wonderful -- aerial video of a professional paceline en echelon. I personally have no taste for racing and have raced exactly twice in a very amateur way, but I will defend to the death your right to pursue it. On Mon, Aug 26, 2013 at 5:00 PM, hsmitham hughsmit...@gmail.com wrote: Beastly! ~Hugh On Saturday, August 24, 2013 7:06:14 PM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote: http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-**dTtA7_okKUk/Tj6ps8O9bXI/** AgM/1bp9RIlqCv8/s400/**reg_harris0009_jpg_581-thumb.**jpghttp://2.bp.blogspot.com/-dTtA7_okKUk/Tj6ps8O9bXI/AgM/1bp9RIlqCv8/s400/reg_harris0009_jpg_581-thumb.jpg Sorry, could not resist. But the frame is undoubtedly lugged. Patrick Moore, who loves his '99 Joe fixed gofast custom and from time to time pretends he is like Reg in ABQ, NM -- *RESUMES THAT GET YOU NOTICED!* Certified Resume Writer http://resumespecialties.com/**index.htmlhttp://resumespecialties.com/index.html patric...@**resumespecialties.com http://www.linkedin.com/in/**patrickmooreresumespec/http://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickmooreresumespec/ Albuquerque, NM -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- *RESUMES THAT GET YOU NOTICED!* Certified Resume Writer http://resumespecialties.com/index.html patrickmo...@resumespecialties.com http://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickmooreresumespec/ Albuquerque, NM -- You received this message because you are subscribed to a topic in the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this topic, visit https://groups.google.com/d/topic/rbw-owners-bunch/cjD1GtPhJhk/unsubscribe . To unsubscribe from this group and all its topics, 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. 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: SoCal Rivsters San Clemente S24O
Geographic elitism aside...Andy don't get dejected by our natural geographic beauty! You PDXers still have great beer to keep you happy in those caves... it gives you time to grow that facial hair too. And yes some pedal strokes with all you characters in 14' will be epic. ~Hugh On Monday, August 26, 2013 12:11:18 AM UTC-7, Andy Smitty Schmidt wrote: The photos almost make me miss the southland. Geographic elitism aside, it looks like the trip was a raging success. There have been so many inspiring meet-ups this year. I imagine there'll be a few more before the weather turns (more for some, less for others... in regard to weather turning) and we retreat to our caves for the winter. In addition to the small local gatherings, I'm already looking forward to the 2014 Jamboree. Will be nice to meet more of you characters in person and share a few pedal revolutions. --Smitty -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: quickbeam/S.O. questions
I have two Quickbeams and love them both. One lives here in Washington... http://www.flickr.com/photos/mrivers/sets/72157631759010530/ And the other in Cape Cod. http://www.flickr.com/photos/mrivers/sets/72157618452191962/ Front basket, back basket, upright bars or noodles, I always smile when I ride this bike. I have run them fixed, free, and even rigged a three speed with a front and rear der before I bought my Ram. These are both 60 cm and fit a bit better than my 60 cm Ram. Because they are SS, the BB is higher on the QB. I ride a 61 cm AHH and have a PBH of 87.5 cm. I weigh 200 lbs and like 35-37 mm tires; fenders work well with this frame. Tis is a seriously fun bike! 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-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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: My miniature AHH
Cecily, that's good news about goathead resistance. We hate those things. On Monday, August 26, 2013 11:20:34 AM UTC-6, Cecily Walker wrote: No punctures here, but I've only had them for about two weeks. A friend who lives in Colorado has about 1000 miles on her Xpress tires and says they stand up to goatheads. On Monday, August 26, 2013 5:08:44 AM UTC-7, Nancy Seibel wrote: Diane I'm a member of the Vertically Challenged Cyclists Club too, so I know the challenges of small frames and the thrill of finding a good fit. The AHH is a beauty. Cecily, any comments on Soma Xpress' puncture resistance and on how long they're expected to last? -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: My miniature AHH
What do you ride, Nancy? Any photos? On Monday, August 26, 2013 6:08:44 AM UTC-6, Nancy Seibel wrote: Diane I'm a member of the Vertically Challenged Cyclists Club too, so I know the challenges of small frames and the thrill of finding a good fit. The AHH is a beauty. Cecily, any comments on Soma Xpress' puncture resistance and on how long they're expected to last? -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] back problems
It was a revelation to meet Grant P. and talk to him about fit, bikes, and just riding in general. That was 8 years ago. Well, after sliding away from the gym( just lazy and nothing to do with Grant) and all my core workouts, I am really paying the price. My back cannot hack any significant effort on the bike, even on my Riv. I am finally back to the gym working on my core, balance, and flexibility. Bottom line, at 61 I can't take this stuff for granted( pun not intended). Don 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: My miniature AHH
Thanks, Lynne. Where do you ride? On Monday, August 26, 2013 11:02:23 AM UTC-6, Lynne Fitz wrote: Soma Xpress are good tires. I have about 2000 miles on mine and no flats. Only issue was having to rearrange the fenders, because they are fatter than my previous tires. On Monday, August 26, 2013 5:08:44 AM UTC-7, Nancy Seibel wrote: Diane I'm a member of the Vertically Challenged Cyclists Club too, so I know the challenges of small frames and the thrill of finding a good fit. The AHH is a beauty. Cecily, any comments on Soma Xpress' puncture resistance and on how long they're expected to last? -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: back problems
I know I've mentioned this before, but sitting on the floor without chairs or back rest (like you're out in the woods) works your core all the time, so you don't have to do core exercises. Takes a few months to get proficient at it, and it inherently means shifting positions every 20-40 minutes or so, but cushioned furniture is as bad for us as cushioned supportive shoes. With abandon, Patrick On Monday, August 26, 2013 8:24:04 PM UTC-6, Don Compton wrote: It was a revelation to meet Grant P. and talk to him about fit, bikes, and just riding in general. That was 8 years ago. Well, after sliding away from the gym( just lazy and nothing to do with Grant) and all my core workouts, I am really paying the price. My back cannot hack any significant effort on the bike, even on my Riv. I am finally back to the gym working on my core, balance, and flexibility. Bottom line, at 61 I can't take this stuff for granted( pun not intended). Don 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: back problems
Deacon Patrick, So you mean, that whenever you sit at home, you are on the floor, cross legged, leaning on nothing? What positions do you find you can maintain for longest? -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: back problems
Don, What core exercises do you do now? -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: quickbeam/S.O. questions
Michael, Your quickbeam gallery's make me want one right now! And I've never even ridden ss/fixed... Seriously, very interesting and stylish builds and excellent photography! Tony -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Bleriot Birthday Ride Report
Alex, You are harshing my mellowwe still have two more days! I'll think of that other stuff...soon. Hope you had a nice break. Rob On Monday, August 26, 2013 3:57:20 PM UTC-7, Alex Moll wrote: Happy Birthday, Rob. I totally get that - looks like a great route, and a great way to spend your day. Now get back to writing essential questions, aligning your curriculum to the common core state standards, setting goals for TPEP, makin' copies . . . . Yep, even wood shop teachers have to write essential questions. Here's one of mine: Does money grow on trees? Cheers, Alex -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: back problems
Michael, I am starting slow. No sit ups. Mostly balancing workouts. trying to hold my hips stable by using my abs. It all seems pretty simple, but after a few minutes, I realize how I have not been using these muscles. Also, because the majority of my exercise has been on the bike, my stability has gone to hell. I am going to work on this, 3 days a week, and only ride short rides mostly in easy spin mode. I want to get back to enjoying riding in the hills ( 60 miles has always been my favorite distance) and this is my vehicle to getting back to being able to accomplish this. Don On Monday, August 26, 2013 7:55:48 PM UTC-7, Michael wrote: Don, What core exercises do you do now? -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Light camping stove options
+1 on snow peak gigapower stove. I actually own 2 so I can lend one out. Great power and fairly adjustable, at around 4 ounces. And mine are not the Ti version. My other stove is a homemade Pepsi stove that's actually a Guiness stove (higher octane ;-) Combined with a Snowpeak ti pot and cup, it makes a super light and packable cook system. I used to use a MSR whisperlight, but these two options do everything I need, and packing alcohol or canisters is far easier than the white gas I used to use. Mike -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Car free Crater Lake
Crater Lake National Park is about a 40 mile ride from Klamath Falls. Actually just over 60 miles to the rim drive and it's a climb. If you decide to do this, I recommend taking the West Side Road up the west side (duh) of Klamath Lake. Beautiful forest/ ranch land, less traffic than Hwy 97, and you can visit Captain Jack's grave at the Fort Klamath museum. Mike -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Car free Crater Lake
Thanks for correcting me, velomann. It's 60 miles taking the most direct route, and you shouldn't take the most direct route. I've ridden from Klamath Falls to Crater Lake, but I took a even less direct route; the first day I rode up to Lake of the Woods and camped there (nice place), and the second day I rode to Crater Lake NP and camped there. I can heartily recommend riding around the lake. Even with cars on the road, it's magnificent. On Mon, Aug 26, 2013 at 9:17 PM, velomann velom...@gmail.com wrote: Crater Lake National Park is about a 40 mile ride from Klamath Falls. Actually just over 60 miles to the rim drive and it's a climb. If you decide to do this, I recommend taking the West Side Road up the west side (duh) of Klamath Lake. Beautiful forest/ ranch land, less traffic than Hwy 97, and you can visit Captain Jack's grave at the Fort Klamath museum. Mike -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- -- Anne Paulson It isn't a contest. Enjoy the ride. -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] RBW SKS Mini Pump questions for users.
Description on site doesn't mention these things I'd like to know before buying. http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/pu3.htm Thought you guys and gals would know. 1.How many pumps to 55 psi? Just looking for ballpark. 200pumps? Or more like 50 pumps? 2.How does it switch over to presta. Built in? Or you have to buy your own adapter? 3.How do you like it? -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
RE: [RBW] Re: front or rear rack?
I know your desire to not have more than one rack. I use a Mark's in front and R-14 in back. Mostly there is a Wald medium in front that carries a Shopsack, occasionally my Carradice Barley strapped onto the basket in front, or a rando bag without basket. The back usually sports an S'ville medium, but occasionally has the Carradice or smaller saddlebag. Lots of options, little discernible disadvantage to using 2 modest-sized racks, and the racks make for nice bling. Also get to make use of all the fork and seats that fittings. Good luck! Art Lewy Seattle -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Calling all SoCal Rivsters S240 August 23rd anyone? See details below.
A few more pictures of the SoCal ride: http://www.flickr.com/photos/organize/?start_tab=one_set72157635238300701 On Mon, Aug 26, 2013 at 5:06 AM, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote: On 08/26/2013 12:21 AM, Tom Virgil wrote: David's bike caused some serious bike envy. I have searched J.P.Weigle before the S24O and have no idea how one even gets one. You write him or call him. -- 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+unsubscribe@**googlegroups.comrbw-owners-bunch%2bunsubscr...@googlegroups.com . To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.**comrbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com . Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/**group/rbw-owners-bunchhttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch . For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/**groups/opt_outhttps://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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: My miniature AHH
Here's my wife's newly built AHH. She was torn between this and a Betty. We just couldn't pass on the price on the Hilsen. A basket or small saddlebag will go on next. http://www.flickr.com/x/t/0091009/photos/livepake/9532582297/ AD -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Happy Birthday Tommy!
Never thought a bike would help me meet amazing people such as you all.
Happy riding, many more miles to come. Tommy.
This is right on target for me.
On Monday, August 26, 2013, tommynguyen wrote:
Thanks for the kind words, rides are always filled with great terrain,
views, and company. Can't wait until the next get together. I'll be sure to
snap some photos of Manny in California while we're on a ride to prove he
actually exists.
Never thought a bike would help me meet amazing people such as you all.
Happy riding, many more miles to come.
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Re: [RBW] Re: quickbeam/S.O. questions
Hey Jason, Dingle: Awesome incarnate. The only way to fly. I actually got kind of OCD about not moving the axle, since I was using big tires AND fenders. However, the real advantage is that it gives your Quickbeam 12 teeth of chainring difference instead of 8. I had a geared bike with the same overall range as my Quickbeam (it had a single ring and a tight range cassette). So, with a Dingle cog, you could have 6 usable(?) gears, from 42 to 80 inches, based on 32/44 rings, and a flip/flop 15 and 17/21. You'd be in the 44x17 90% of the time, with a 15 second change to the 32x21 42 gear. Long flat road rides with other guys, you could flip to the 44x15, and still have a quick change to a 58 climbing gear in the 32x15. This is predicated on a 38mm tire, which might not actually work with this range. A 32mm tire would almost certainly work, but lower each gear by about an inch. Or so. According to Sheldon's gear calculator. And some hand-waving. If I'd gotten into the Quickbeam's bottom bracket, cranks and rings to set that up, I think it would have worked for the Grin Fundo straight up Mt Diablo and straight down again. The Quickbeam would not have been an impediment to enjoyment. As long as I could re-borrow the Large Saddlesack. Man, that bag is awesome. Size: My saddleheight is 790mm, so my PBH is probably 90cm. Because I wanted to ride the QB offroad with the largest tires that would fit, John suggested the 60cm over the 62cm frame. I have a 63.5cm low-trail Ross touring bike, so I'm comfortable with big bikes, but the Quickbeam is ideal. Fit: I don't have other Rivendell bikes to compare it to, but the bike fits great. I did try three stems and two bars. The stock stem and Noodles were flexier feeling than I like (200# guy riding fixed offroad), and the Dirt Drop stem was too tall, but the old Salsa stem and WTB dirt drop bar combo has been amazingly fantastic. I have a backup silver Midge, and I'm happy with Midge, Woodchipper and Moustache bars on other bikes, but I hope the WTB bar outlasts me, because I never want to change it. Fenders: I've used SKS fenders, and VO Zeppelins. The SKS were easier to deal with, but the Zeppelins looked better. I painted them both to match the bike. The VO fender hardware was crap when I got the fenders about 5 years ago. The stays never seated very solidly into the mounts, which I guess could act as a slip-fit fender quick release if you picked up a stick, but mostly means I need to dick around with the fender after putting it into a car, or leaning it against a wall, or just whenever. Every modification I tried to do to make the fit tighter somehow made it worse. They look dynamite, though. http://www.biketinker.com/2012/fine-bikes/state-of-the-quickbeam-3-3-12/ If I wrote a new state of the Quickbeam post, it would show zero fenders. Track ends: Sheldon was wrong. For fat tires, removing a wheel with fenders mounted is easier with track ends than front-opening dropouts, because fat tires are large, and the crotch of your chainstays gets narrower and narrower the forwarder you go (which is what 'crotch' means). Having quick releases on the rear of my SKS fenders and crap (excuse me, conveniently loose) hardware on my VO fenders probably influences my idea of easier, since I can just pull the fender out of the way to drop the wheel. For the record, this is my only disagreement with anything Sheldon ever wrote. Now I feel inspired to set up a proper two-ring dingle again. Philip www.biketinker.com On Monday, August 26, 2013 3:04:21 PM UTC-7, JL wrote: Philip, Looking over your flickr photostream I think you are just the person to ask a few questions of. :) What was your experience like with the dingle (double singlespeed for the archives) setup? I am very curious about this setup option. How is the sizing on the quickbeam? Long? Tall? Short? Stout? I hope that question makes sense. I have owned both a Saluki and a Rambouillet and they fit a bit different from each other. How did you decide on the size you got? Any fender solutions that worked better than others? Is the rear facing track ends easier or more difficult to fender mod than forward facing drop outs? Thanks Jason SF,CA On Aug 26, 2013, at 1:44 PM, Philip Williamson philip.w...@gmail.comjavascript: wrote: Ah, yes. Recycling Day. I have ridden fireroads quite a bit with the Quickbeam, and I've been commuting with a saddlebag and a basket. Works great. It's a tough bike I'd ride anywhere. Philip www.biketinker.com On Sunday, August 25, 2013 5:19:13 PM UTC-7, JL wrote: Cyclotourist's new addition has me thinking again about a singlespeed commute/errand bike (I plan to keep my eye out for one at the right price 56 or 54cm). Right now that role is filled by my fantastic CB0, but it might be a little overbuilt for that role. QB owners: How does the bike handle on paved streets and
