date:20140127

Pinstriping complete!  Horrible lighting, but it's done.  I'm pressing the 
Windsor right into service as my daily commuter.  I'll have the chance to 
take a couple shots in natural light tomorrow.  Copious close ups of the 
pinstriping is there on my flickr.  I think it looks spectacular.  

On Sunday, January 26, 2014 5:34:09 PM UTC-8, Bill Lindsay wrote:
>
>
> now I get to take them back off for pinstriping!  
>
>
>
>
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[RBW] FS in Bay Area: 60 cm 650B Saluki (SN#SA0017)

2014-01-27 Thread Michael

Amy, if the buyer doesn't want the 7cm stem I'll be glad to buy it from you. 
Looks like 190 mm rise?

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Re: [RBW] FS in Bay Area: 60 cm 650B Saluki (SN#SA0017)

2014-01-27 Thread Michael

Decide?!?!
And just how many 650b Rivendell bikes in your size do you think exist on this 
planet, Tony? :)

Are you a Ravens fan? All the better.
No? It can always be repainted.
But one thing I have found is that RBW colors grow on you.

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[RBW] Re: Bike Lessons Learned , Greetings & Albatross Bars

2014-01-27 Thread Tom Virgil

Welcome Paul,

Step right in and make yourself comfortable.   The Schwinn is a most 
handsome bike.

Hope you can connect with some Rivsters down there in Dallas, here, and 
everywhere else.

Best regards,

Tom

On Monday, January 27, 2014 9:57:43 AM UTC-8, truegolden wrote:
>
> Paul C in Dallas TX here,
>
> Good morning,
> I read the list but rarely post.
>
> I read several other lists and am regularly struck with the civility & 
> camaraderie I see
> of the rivbike list. And I would even add kindness & compassion to what I 
> see on list. Good job all..
>
> I thought I would comment on that.
>
> Even though I do not currently have a Riv bike, I probably was a riv owner
> before 95% of you. I was just learning about bikes and stumbled across 
> Rivendell
> back in 1998. I learned a lot and contacted Grant and listened to his 
> recommendations
> and ordered the custom road frame offering of the time
> built by Joe Starck & painted by Joe Bell. 
>
> I even had exceptionally great wheels with Phil hubs built for it by Joe 
> Young.
> I referred to it as my 'triple Joe bike'. 
> I think it was stamped as a Jan of 1999 build. 
> I still have a picture of it somewhere I think I will try to find and post.
>
> I rode it for a few years and was then was influenced too much by the 'go 
> fast' idea
> and regrettably sold it to finance supposedly lighter and faster & smaller 
> bikes 
> which I really did not make go all that fast after all.
>
> If I had the chance to buy that frame back I would if I could swing the 
> financing.
>
> Over the years I learned a lot about bikes and how to build them up myself
> and have been through dozens and dozens of bikes in the process of 
> learning what I like 
> & what works for my style of riding.
>
> I found I still preferred a build and size quite similar to that 1999 
> Rivendell.
>
> I do have several bikes built up in the 'Rivendell' fashion. (ie; vintage 
> Ron Cooper sports touring model 
> & Miyata 1000)
> Over the years I have slowed down quite a bit and have learned to enjoy 
> the 'stop & smell the roses' and 'take pics' type of rides.
>
> Two weeks ago I built up a higher end vintage Schwinn mt bike for the 2nd 
> time utilizing Albatross bars and very fat tires. 
> I had read such positive comments of the Albatross bars on this list I 
> decided to give them a try on this build. I will post a pic. I did a 
> longish (for me) ride on it yesterday of 53 miles & it did great.
>
> I was concerned about the number of hand positions compared to my bikes 
> with road bars but I was surprised it worked out very well for me.
>
> Well, enough said for this post.
>
> Regards,
> Paul in Dallas
>
>
>
>
>

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Re: [RBW] Re: SoCal February S240 poll.

2014-01-27 Thread Hugh Smitham

Mike,

The 14th is out as I made the mistake regarding Valentines day. So the only
date I can go is the 28th I'll be closing the poll it was a nice idea and
I'll employ it's function in the future.

As far as the camps the pathlesspedaled suggested Lake Casitas camp &
Dennison County both good choices and close to Ojai. As my post stated I'm
dialing it down on this one as I promised Evan a less epic ride and more
gentle.

You can of course come along do Sulphur Mountain (I might even join you)
and then meet at the camp. The next day you can see how many(might be a low
turn out as Friday is hard for working folks) want to do Casitas Pass? Or
you could do the ride your suggesting. we'll see how things shake out.

Let me know if your available for the 28th. If I get zero bites I have a
solo overnight ride planned in my neighborhood.

~Hugh

"Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep
moving." -- Albert Einstein

http://velocipedemusings.blogspot.com/

On Mon, Jan 27, 2014 at 6:56 PM, Mike Schiller wrote:

> Valentines day?   Not sure I want to suggest that to my wife.
>
> Any thoughts on a route?  Both those campsites are  very short rides from
> Ventura.  Maybe do Sulfur Mtn rd and camp after?  Sat. go over Casitas Pass
> and then down the coast?
>
>
> ~mike
> Carlsbad Ca.
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[RBW] Re: Bike Lessons Learned , Greetings & Albatross Bars

That a neat old bike. I have a Schwinn Paramount PDG Series MTB frame on 
the way from Ebay (most excellent early '90s spatter paint!) which I'm 
looking forward to building. Those 80s/90s rigid mountain bikes are huge 
fun to work with. Enjoy!
 
Joe Bernard
Vallejo, CA.

On Monday, January 27, 2014 9:57:43 AM UTC-8, truegolden wrote:

> Paul C in Dallas TX here,
>
> Good morning,
> I read the list but rarely post.
>
> I read several other lists and am regularly struck with the civility & 
> camaraderie I see
> of the rivbike list. And I would even add kindness & compassion to what I 
> see on list. Good job all..
>
> I thought I would comment on that.
>
> Even though I do not currently have a Riv bike, I probably was a riv owner
> before 95% of you. I was just learning about bikes and stumbled across 
> Rivendell
> back in 1998. I learned a lot and contacted Grant and listened to his 
> recommendations
> and ordered the custom road frame offering of the time
> built by Joe Starck & painted by Joe Bell. 
>
> I even had exceptionally great wheels with Phil hubs built for it by Joe 
> Young.
> I referred to it as my 'triple Joe bike'. 
> I think it was stamped as a Jan of 1999 build. 
> I still have a picture of it somewhere I think I will try to find and post.
>
> I rode it for a few years and was then was influenced too much by the 'go 
> fast' idea
> and regrettably sold it to finance supposedly lighter and faster & smaller 
> bikes 
> which I really did not make go all that fast after all.
>
> If I had the chance to buy that frame back I would if I could swing the 
> financing.
>
> Over the years I learned a lot about bikes and how to build them up myself
> and have been through dozens and dozens of bikes in the process of 
> learning what I like 
> & what works for my style of riding.
>
> I found I still preferred a build and size quite similar to that 1999 
> Rivendell.
>
> I do have several bikes built up in the 'Rivendell' fashion. (ie; vintage 
> Ron Cooper sports touring model 
> & Miyata 1000)
> Over the years I have slowed down quite a bit and have learned to enjoy 
> the 'stop & smell the roses' and 'take pics' type of rides.
>
> Two weeks ago I built up a higher end vintage Schwinn mt bike for the 2nd 
> time utilizing Albatross bars and very fat tires. 
> I had read such positive comments of the Albatross bars on this list I 
> decided to give them a try on this build. I will post a pic. I did a 
> longish (for me) ride on it yesterday of 53 miles & it did great.
>
> I was concerned about the number of hand positions compared to my bikes 
> with road bars but I was surprised it worked out very well for me.
>
> Well, enough said for this post.
>
> Regards,
> Paul in Dallas
>
>
>
>
>

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Re: [RBW] Re: My Bike Life Is Lacking

I was just wondering about ease/quickness of carrying. I had a big SUV once 
upon a time, and loved how easy it was to toss the bike in the back and 
drive to the park.
 
On Monday, January 27, 2014 8:27:42 PM UTC-8, LeahFoy wrote:

> I can if it's just me and the kids. Disaster if husband comes. Why?
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> On Jan 27, 2014, at 8:10 PM, Joe Bernard > 
> wrote:
>
> Leah, can you put the bike inside the van, or is there too much kids/stuff 
> in there? 
>
> On Monday, January 27, 2014 3:48:09 PM UTC-8, LeahFoy wrote:
>
>> Joan, you've just hit in my current plan! Ha! I'm looking at what kind of 
>> bike rack my Honda Oddysey (no hitch) would take. I'll be perusing 
>> Craigslist in the near future! Yay! Thanks for a judge in the right 
>> direction.
>>
>> Sent from my iPhone
>>
>> On Jan 27, 2014, at 2:31 PM, Joan Oppel  wrote:
>>
>> Leah - I really sympathize with the total change your move has made in 
>> your biking locale and routine.  I almost hesitate to write the following - 
>> because it's sort of against the use the bike for as much as possible 
>> philosophy.  I also should point out that I'm lucky to live in a place 
>> where I can do almost any thing by bike from my house.  Ok, all that said, 
>> here's what I suggest: put the bike on your car and drive to some place to 
>> ride.  Heresy, I know.  But at least you would be getting out to ride!  Can 
>> you park your car somewhere that would allow you to do errands, grocery 
>> shopping, etc by bike and return to the car?  Using the car for only part 
>> of the trip is still good, in my opinion.  I know people who, for whatever 
>> reason, just live to far from work to bike the whole way so they drive part 
>> of the way, park and then ride.  
>>
>> It's still biking and better than notbiking!
>> Joan 
>>  
>> On 01/27/14, LeahFoy wrote:
>>  
>> Well, today I set out on the school commute with fresh hopes and clear 
>> mind. Today was Lincoln's big debut of riding his 16 inch Specialized 
>> Hotrock bike solo. (He is usually hooked onto me via Trail-a-Bike.) I meant 
>> to appreciate the sensory experience, but I appreciated that none of us 
>> became road kill, instead! 
>>
>> Ha! 
>> Leah
>>
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[RBW] Re: Paddle-to-the-Sea

2014-01-27 Thread Tom Virgil

Patrick,

What a treasure.  Never had the chance to read it as a child, but I will 
now.

Thank you,

Tom

On Sunday, January 26, 2014 2:26:01 PM UTC-8, Deacon Patrick wrote:
>
> My wife discovered and bought a book I read once in elementary school and 
> then in faded into the mist but stuck with me in ways the great stories do 
> after even one telling. Paddle-to-the-Sea exemplifies the spirit of 
> Rivendell, as least as I experience it. It is a joy to get to share it with 
> my kids.
>
> It has a spirit of creation and craftsmanship, wild adventure, long 
> waylays, seeming destruction turned to renewal and unexpected help for the 
> helpless, ardent adventurer on a noble quest, and selfless love and giving 
> of strangers crossing paths for brief periods, both the better for the 
> encounter.
>
> In case you know it and it was also lost in the mist, here is a reminder. 
>
>
> http://www.amazon.com/Paddle-Sea-Sandpiper-Books/dp/0395292034/ref=sr_1_3?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1390774861&sr=1-3&keywords=paddle
>
> With abandon,
> Patrick
>
> *www.MindYourHeadCoop.org *
> *www.OurHolyConception.org *
>  
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[RBW] Re: Bike models

2014-01-27 Thread Tom Virgil

Hello Curtis,

My other avocation is O-Gauge trains.  I will be watching for 1/43-1/50 
scale on ebay.

Cool.

Thank you,

Tom

On Monday, January 27, 2014 5:35:50 PM UTC-8, Curtis wrote:
>
> Check these out if you need a new bike but lack the storage space.
>
> http://www.lowtechmagazine.com/2013/07/bicycle-scale-models.html#more
>
> Enjoy,
>
> Curtis 
>

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Re: [RBW] Re: My Bike Life Is Lacking

2014-01-27 Thread Leah Peterson

I can if it's just me and the kids. Disaster if husband comes. Why?

Sent from my iPhone

> On Jan 27, 2014, at 8:10 PM, Joe Bernard  wrote:
> 
> Leah, can you put the bike inside the van, or is there too much kids/stuff in 
> there?
> 
>> On Monday, January 27, 2014 3:48:09 PM UTC-8, LeahFoy wrote:
>> Joan, you've just hit in my current plan! Ha! I'm looking at what kind of 
>> bike rack my Honda Oddysey (no hitch) would take. I'll be perusing 
>> Craigslist in the near future! Yay! Thanks for a judge in the right 
>> direction.
>> 
>> Sent from my iPhone
>> 
>>> On Jan 27, 2014, at 2:31 PM, Joan Oppel  wrote:
>>> 
>>> Leah - I really sympathize with the total change your move has made in your 
>>> biking locale and routine.  I almost hesitate to write the following - 
>>> because it's sort of against the use the bike for as much as possible 
>>> philosophy.  I also should point out that I'm lucky to live in a place 
>>> where I can do almost any thing by bike from my house.  Ok, all that said, 
>>> here's what I suggest: put the bike on your car and drive to some place to 
>>> ride.  Heresy, I know.  But at least you would be getting out to ride!  Can 
>>> you park your car somewhere that would allow you to do errands, grocery 
>>> shopping, etc by bike and return to the car?  Using the car for only part 
>>> of the trip is still good, in my opinion.  I know people who, for whatever 
>>> reason, just live to far from work to bike the whole way so they drive part 
>>> of the way, park and then ride.  
>>> 
>>> It's still biking and better than notbiking!
>>> Joan 
>>>  
>>> On 01/27/14, LeahFoy wrote:
>>>  
>>> Well, today I set out on the school commute with fresh hopes and clear 
>>> mind. Today was Lincoln's big debut of riding his 16 inch Specialized 
>>> Hotrock bike solo. (He is usually hooked onto me via Trail-a-Bike.) I meant 
>>> to appreciate the sensory experience, but I appreciated that none of us 
>>> became road kill, instead! 
>>> 
>>> Ha! 
>>> Leah
>>> 
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[RBW] Re: New Rack for Monseiur Blériot

That looks suh-weet! I've completely talked myself out of trying to sell my 
Bleriot, partially because of your posts here. It's a really nice bike!
 
Joe Bernard
Vallejo, CA.

On Monday, January 27, 2014 2:08:52 PM UTC-8, Eric Norris wrote:

> Just got done installing a Velo Orange "Constructeur" rack on Monsieur 
> Blériot: 
>
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/campyonlyguy/sets/72157640231227834/ 
>
> The rack is nicely made of polished stainless steel, and mimics the 
> appearance of the smallish racks often installed on classic randoneurring 
> bikes. I plan to use it to carry extra gear on long brevets and an upcoming 
> three-day ride. 
>
> Installation went smoothly, except for the part where I created a problem 
> for myself by cutting the mounting tabs too short. A trip to a local bike 
> shop and the hardware store later, and I was able to fashion some extenders 
> to get the rack in the right place. 
>
> The small reflector on the back is held by a tiny bracket that in turn is 
> held on the rack via a built-in mounting point. The reflector itself is an 
> old-fashioned but new item from another project that never came to 
> fruition. 
>
> With the rack in place, the only other addition I plan to make is to 
> install a set of Magnic headlights. That will come later in the year, 
> probably for a 400K brevet in March. 
>
> Eric N 
> www.CampyOnly.com 
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> Twitter: @CampyOnlyGuy

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Re: [RBW] Re: My Bike Life Is Lacking

Leah, can you put the bike inside the van, or is there too much kids/stuff 
in there? 

On Monday, January 27, 2014 3:48:09 PM UTC-8, LeahFoy wrote:

> Joan, you've just hit in my current plan! Ha! I'm looking at what kind of 
> bike rack my Honda Oddysey (no hitch) would take. I'll be perusing 
> Craigslist in the near future! Yay! Thanks for a judge in the right 
> direction.
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> On Jan 27, 2014, at 2:31 PM, Joan Oppel > 
> wrote:
>
> Leah - I really sympathize with the total change your move has made in 
> your biking locale and routine.  I almost hesitate to write the following - 
> because it's sort of against the use the bike for as much as possible 
> philosophy.  I also should point out that I'm lucky to live in a place 
> where I can do almost any thing by bike from my house.  Ok, all that said, 
> here's what I suggest: put the bike on your car and drive to some place to 
> ride.  Heresy, I know.  But at least you would be getting out to ride!  Can 
> you park your car somewhere that would allow you to do errands, grocery 
> shopping, etc by bike and return to the car?  Using the car for only part 
> of the trip is still good, in my opinion.  I know people who, for whatever 
> reason, just live to far from work to bike the whole way so they drive part 
> of the way, park and then ride.  
>
> It's still biking and better than notbiking!
> Joan 
>  
> On 01/27/14, LeahFoy> wrote:
>  
> Well, today I set out on the school commute with fresh hopes and clear 
> mind. Today was Lincoln's big debut of riding his 16 inch Specialized 
> Hotrock bike solo. (He is usually hooked onto me via Trail-a-Bike.) I meant 
> to appreciate the sensory experience, but I appreciated that none of us 
> became road kill, instead! 
>
> Ha! 
> Leah
>
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Re: [RBW] Re: Bike Lessons Learned , Greetings & Albatross Bars

2014-01-27 Thread Tim Gavin

I'm sorry for that garbage post, folks.


On Mon, Jan 27, 2014 at 9:01 PM, Deacon Patrick  wrote:

> Fantastic! Glad you're enjoying spreading your wings.
>>
>>
> With abandon,
> Patrick
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Re: [RBW] FS in Bay Area: 60 cm 650B Saluki (SN#SA0017)

2014-01-27 Thread Tony DeFilippo

It is really purple...  I hope it works out to the point where I have to 
decide if I like the purple! :)


On Monday, January 27, 2014 9:36:25 PM UTC-5, Mattt wrote:
>
>
> Tony,
>
> Are you going to ride in style with purple?
>
> Matt 
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[RBW] Re: New Rack for Monseiur Blériot

2014-01-27 Thread RoadieRyan

c'est magnifique!

On Monday, January 27, 2014 2:08:52 PM UTC-8, Eric Norris wrote:
>
> Just got done installing a Velo Orange "Constructeur" rack on Monsieur 
> Blériot: 
>
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/campyonlyguy/sets/72157640231227834/ 
>
> The rack is nicely made of polished stainless steel, and mimics the 
> appearance of the smallish racks often installed on classic randoneurring 
> bikes. I plan to use it to carry extra gear on long brevets and an upcoming 
> three-day ride. 
>
> Installation went smoothly, except for the part where I created a problem 
> for myself by cutting the mounting tabs too short. A trip to a local bike 
> shop and the hardware store later, and I was able to fashion some extenders 
> to get the rack in the right place. 
>
> The small reflector on the back is held by a tiny bracket that in turn is 
> held on the rack via a built-in mounting point. The reflector itself is an 
> old-fashioned but new item from another project that never came to 
> fruition. 
>
> With the rack in place, the only other addition I plan to make is to 
> install a set of Magnic headlights. That will come later in the year, 
> probably for a 400K brevet in March. 
>
> Eric N 
> www.CampyOnly.com 
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[RBW] Re: Bike Lessons Learned , Greetings & Albatross Bars

Fantastic! Glad you're enjoying spreading your wings.
>
>
With abandon,
Patrick

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[RBW] Re: SoCal February S240 poll.

2014-01-27 Thread Mike Schiller

Valentines day?   Not sure I want to suggest that to my wife.  

Any thoughts on a route?  Both those campsites are  very short rides from 
Ventura.  Maybe do Sulfur Mtn rd and camp after?  Sat. go over Casitas Pass 
and then down the coast?


~mike
Carlsbad Ca.

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[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto Technomic 26.0, 100 mm, new in package

2014-01-27 Thread eflayer

$40 shipped.
On Friday, January 24, 2014 6:47:12 AM UTC-8, eflayer wrote:
>
> This an extra from my Albatross fitting process. $45 shipped. I prefer 
> paypal gift option, or you can add in paypal fees if you think "gift" is 
> cheating the man.
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[RBW] Bike Lessons Learned , Greetings & Albatross Bars

2014-01-27 Thread Pondero

Hey Paul, that's a fine looking country bike you have there.  If you'd ever 
consider coming up to Sanger, I'd be happy to show you some nice country roads. 
 Or maybe we meet up somewhere...

Chris Johnson
Sanger, TX

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Re: [RBW] FS in Bay Area: 60 cm 650B Saluki (SN#SA0017)

2014-01-27 Thread Mattt


Tony,

Are you going to ride in style with purple?

Matt 

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Re: [RBW] FS in Bay Area: 60 cm 650B Saluki (SN#SA0017)

2014-01-27 Thread Mattt

Tony,

Are you going to ride in style with purple?

Matt

On Monday, January 27, 2014 8:19:50 PM UTC-6, Tony DeFilippo wrote:

> This one is my size and has the canti brakes I want... email sent.  2,800 
> miles and $2,000 away.  There may be a 64cm Atlantis available for a good 
> home in the near future!
>
> Tony
>
>
>
> On Monday, January 27, 2014 9:03:05 PM UTC-5, franklyn wrote:
>>
>> My philosophy, when you find the white whale is always to buy first 
>> (paypal funded by credit card), then sell later. i.e., buy the bike you 
>> want, then try to unload whatever you can later. 
>>
>> That's a stunning color, and a canti version, too. 
>>
>> Not to mention how good a deal it is for the complete bike in that 
>> condition. Wow! Not my size...
>>
>> Franklyn
>> Berkeley, CA
>>
>> On Monday, January 27, 2014 5:41:56 PM UTC-8, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote:
>>>
>>> That is a really good looking bike. I've been wanting a 60cm 'Luki, too! 
>>> But it always comes down to cashflow, doesn't it...
>>>
>>> Cheers,
>>> David
>>>
>>> "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> On Mon, Jan 27, 2014 at 5:12 PM, Peter Morgano wrote:
>>>
 OK, my heart just stopped. Anyone want to buy my 56 bombadil so I can 
 justify it with my wife??! 
 On Jan 27, 2014 8:06 PM, "Amy Lauterbach"  wrote:

> Prompted by an imminent remodel project, I'm finally cleaning out my 
> garage.
>
> *2005 60 cm 650B Saluki (SN#SA0017).  Fully built (by Rivendell), 
> including a bunch of extra stuff listed below.  I'd like to sell the 
> whole 
> collection of things for $2000. * I live in Palo Alto and have a very 
> strong preference to sell it locally so I don't run the risk of shipping 
> something that I've misrepresented.
>
> I rode it for 18 months (~4000 miles), and then switched to a new 
> custom Sycip Rohloff bike which I've ridden exclusively since then.  I 
> have 
> made the transition to internal gearing and will not return to the 
> Saluki, 
> so it has been unused in my garage since January 2007. 
>
> The build details are shown in the Rivendell receipt, which I've 
> scanned and *posted with photos of the 
> bike*(taken when bike was new).  
> All of the photos of the bike were taken when 
> the bike was new. The pedals and saddle shown in the photos are not 
> included.
>
> Color is Agapanthus purple.  IMHO it is a very beautiful albeit very 
> non-traditional color.  There are a couple obscure nicks in the paint, 
> which I treated with clear nail polish as soon as they occurred.  
> Otherwise 
> the frame is in excellent condition.
>
> To the best of my knowledge, everything shown in the receipt is on the 
> bike, EXCEPT:
>
>1. I'm keeping the Nitto Front Rack.
>2. The stem on the bike is a Nitto Technomic 5 cm stem.
>3. The bars on the bike are Nitto Noodle 46 cm (instead of the 44 
>cm on the receipt)
>4. The brake levers on the bike are Cane Creek SCR-5C 
>5. I'm fairly sure that I've replaced the cassette, and it is 
>probably still a 11-34, but no promises
>
> In addition to everything on the bike, the following miscellaneous 
> stuff is included in the sale:
>
>1. [In addition to the bars&brake levers on the bike] Nitto 44 cm 
>Noodle bars with Shimano Tiagra Aero Brake Levers and Tektro 
> Interrupter 
>Brake Levers.  (photo on my Smugmug page) 
>2. [In addition to the Nitto 5 cm stem on the bike] Nitto 7 cm 
>stem (photo on my Smugmug page)
>3. Six spare spokes for rear wheel
>4. Qty 4 Rainbow Nifty Swifty 584x32.8 650B tires.  Two have ~3500 
>miles.  Two are, I believe, brand new or nearly so.
>5. [In addition to the nearly unused Panaracer Col de Vie tires on 
>the bike] ) One extra unused Col de Vie.
>6. 4 extra tubes
>7. Arkel Handlebar Map Case, new (photo on my Smugmug page)
>8. Cinelli Cork Tape, natural color, in box.
>9. Bertoud Saddlebag, never used.  Looks like the left one in this 
> WallBike 
>
> image 
> --- 
>but in the color of the right one in that image, and without the 
>quick-mount hardware.  (photo on my Smugmug page) 
>10. Vintage Bicycle Quarterly.  Volume 3, #4.  Volume 4, -#1&2&4. 
> Volume 5, #2&3
>11. Rivendell Reader.  Issues 27, 29, 30, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 38.
>12. RivBike Catalog #19
>
>
> I'll do my best to answer questions.  I haven't paid any attention to 
> it since 2007, so I may be a bit rusty (but the Saluki is not rusty).
>
> Thanks, AmyL, Palo Alto
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[RBW] Re: Winter Bikepacking tips?

Thanks, Jim. Yes, it is quite a temperature range -- bigger than summer's 
range. Yesterday, we reached 45 here, and this morning was -5˚F, so that is 
a 50 degree swing in 18 hours. I've ridden my bike for short rides down to 
-15˚F. So I'm reasonably comfortable that my setup is OK as is. I didn't 
see anything super glaring in the list you provided.

Yes, miles of deep snow will be an adventure. I'm curious to see how that 
goes. With my vertigo, I can't carry any weight above my waist, so my 
wheeled pack-mammoth is my beast of burden. Grin.

With abandon,
Patrick

On Monday, January 27, 2014 6:01:01 PM UTC-7, Jim M. wrote:
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>
> Sorry, forgot the link: 
> http://www.allweathersports.com/isport/ibiketips.html
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Re: [RBW] FS in Bay Area: 60 cm 650B Saluki (SN#SA0017)

2014-01-27 Thread Tony DeFilippo

This one is my size and has the canti brakes I want... email sent.  2,800 
miles and $2,000 away.  There may be a 64cm Atlantis available for a good 
home in the near future!

Tony

On Monday, January 27, 2014 9:03:05 PM UTC-5, franklyn wrote:
>
> My philosophy, when you find the white whale is always to buy first 
> (paypal funded by credit card), then sell later. i.e., buy the bike you 
> want, then try to unload whatever you can later. 
>
> That's a stunning color, and a canti version, too. 
>
> Not to mention how good a deal it is for the complete bike in that 
> condition. Wow! Not my size...
>
> Franklyn
> Berkeley, CA
>
> On Monday, January 27, 2014 5:41:56 PM UTC-8, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote:
>>
>> That is a really good looking bike. I've been wanting a 60cm 'Luki, too! 
>> But it always comes down to cashflow, doesn't it...
>>
>> Cheers,
>> David
>>
>> "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> On Mon, Jan 27, 2014 at 5:12 PM, Peter Morgano wrote:
>>
>>> OK, my heart just stopped. Anyone want to buy my 56 bombadil so I can 
>>> justify it with my wife??! 
>>> On Jan 27, 2014 8:06 PM, "Amy Lauterbach"  wrote:
>>>
 Prompted by an imminent remodel project, I'm finally cleaning out my 
 garage.

 *2005 60 cm 650B Saluki (SN#SA0017).  Fully built (by Rivendell), 
 including a bunch of extra stuff listed below.  I'd like to sell the whole 
 collection of things for $2000. * I live in Palo Alto and have a very 
 strong preference to sell it locally so I don't run the risk of shipping 
 something that I've misrepresented.

 I rode it for 18 months (~4000 miles), and then switched to a new 
 custom Sycip Rohloff bike which I've ridden exclusively since then.  I 
 have 
 made the transition to internal gearing and will not return to the Saluki, 
 so it has been unused in my garage since January 2007. 

 The build details are shown in the Rivendell receipt, which I've 
 scanned and *posted with photos of the 
 bike*(taken when bike was new).  
 All of the photos of the bike were taken when 
 the bike was new. The pedals and saddle shown in the photos are not 
 included.

 Color is Agapanthus purple.  IMHO it is a very beautiful albeit very 
 non-traditional color.  There are a couple obscure nicks in the paint, 
 which I treated with clear nail polish as soon as they occurred.  
 Otherwise 
 the frame is in excellent condition.

 To the best of my knowledge, everything shown in the receipt is on the 
 bike, EXCEPT:

1. I'm keeping the Nitto Front Rack.
2. The stem on the bike is a Nitto Technomic 5 cm stem.
3. The bars on the bike are Nitto Noodle 46 cm (instead of the 44 
cm on the receipt)
4. The brake levers on the bike are Cane Creek SCR-5C 
5. I'm fairly sure that I've replaced the cassette, and it is 
probably still a 11-34, but no promises

 In addition to everything on the bike, the following miscellaneous 
 stuff is included in the sale:

1. [In addition to the bars&brake levers on the bike] Nitto 44 cm 
Noodle bars with Shimano Tiagra Aero Brake Levers and Tektro 
 Interrupter 
Brake Levers.  (photo on my Smugmug page) 
2. [In addition to the Nitto 5 cm stem on the bike] Nitto 7 cm stem 
(photo on my Smugmug page)
3. Six spare spokes for rear wheel
4. Qty 4 Rainbow Nifty Swifty 584x32.8 650B tires.  Two have ~3500 
miles.  Two are, I believe, brand new or nearly so.
5. [In addition to the nearly unused Panaracer Col de Vie tires on 
the bike] ) One extra unused Col de Vie.
6. 4 extra tubes
7. Arkel Handlebar Map Case, new (photo on my Smugmug page)
8. Cinelli Cork Tape, natural color, in box.
9. Bertoud Saddlebag, never used.  Looks like the left one in this 
 WallBike 
image 
 --- 
but in the color of the right one in that image, and without the 
quick-mount hardware.  (photo on my Smugmug page) 
10. Vintage Bicycle Quarterly.  Volume 3, #4.  Volume 4, -#1&2&4. 
 Volume 5, #2&3
11. Rivendell Reader.  Issues 27, 29, 30, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 38.
12. RivBike Catalog #19

 I'll do my best to answer questions.  I haven't paid any attention to 
 it since 2007, so I may be a bit rusty (but the Saluki is not rusty).

 Thanks, AmyL, Palo Alto

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Re: [RBW] New Rack for Monseiur Blériot

2014-01-27 Thread Minh

I've got 700c wheels so I didn't have to go as low.  As far as spacer, I just 
used a wine cork :)

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Re: [RBW] FS in Bay Area: 60 cm 650B Saluki (SN#SA0017)

2014-01-27 Thread franklyn

My philosophy, when you find the white whale is always to buy first (paypal 
funded by credit card), then sell later. i.e., buy the bike you want, then 
try to unload whatever you can later. 

That's a stunning color, and a canti version, too. 

Not to mention how good a deal it is for the complete bike in that 
condition. Wow! Not my size...

Franklyn
Berkeley, CA

On Monday, January 27, 2014 5:41:56 PM UTC-8, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote:
>
> That is a really good looking bike. I've been wanting a 60cm 'Luki, too! 
> But it always comes down to cashflow, doesn't it...
>
> Cheers,
> David
>
> "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal
>
>
>
>
>
> On Mon, Jan 27, 2014 at 5:12 PM, Peter Morgano 
> 
> > wrote:
>
>> OK, my heart just stopped. Anyone want to buy my 56 bombadil so I can 
>> justify it with my wife??! 
>> On Jan 27, 2014 8:06 PM, "Amy Lauterbach" > 
>> wrote:
>>
>>> Prompted by an imminent remodel project, I'm finally cleaning out my 
>>> garage.
>>>
>>> *2005 60 cm 650B Saluki (SN#SA0017).  Fully built (by Rivendell), 
>>> including a bunch of extra stuff listed below.  I'd like to sell the whole 
>>> collection of things for $2000. * I live in Palo Alto and have a very 
>>> strong preference to sell it locally so I don't run the risk of shipping 
>>> something that I've misrepresented.
>>>
>>> I rode it for 18 months (~4000 miles), and then switched to a new custom 
>>> Sycip Rohloff bike which I've ridden exclusively since then.  I have made 
>>> the transition to internal gearing and will not return to the Saluki, so it 
>>> has been unused in my garage since January 2007. 
>>>
>>> The build details are shown in the Rivendell receipt, which I've scanned 
>>> and *posted with photos of the 
>>> bike*(taken when bike was new).  
>>> All of the photos of the bike were taken when 
>>> the bike was new. The pedals and saddle shown in the photos are not 
>>> included.
>>>
>>> Color is Agapanthus purple.  IMHO it is a very beautiful albeit very 
>>> non-traditional color.  There are a couple obscure nicks in the paint, 
>>> which I treated with clear nail polish as soon as they occurred.  Otherwise 
>>> the frame is in excellent condition.
>>>
>>> To the best of my knowledge, everything shown in the receipt is on the 
>>> bike, EXCEPT:
>>>
>>>1. I'm keeping the Nitto Front Rack.
>>>2. The stem on the bike is a Nitto Technomic 5 cm stem.
>>>3. The bars on the bike are Nitto Noodle 46 cm (instead of the 44 cm 
>>>on the receipt)
>>>4. The brake levers on the bike are Cane Creek SCR-5C 
>>>5. I'm fairly sure that I've replaced the cassette, and it is 
>>>probably still a 11-34, but no promises
>>>
>>> In addition to everything on the bike, the following miscellaneous stuff 
>>> is included in the sale:
>>>
>>>1. [In addition to the bars&brake levers on the bike] Nitto 44 cm 
>>>Noodle bars with Shimano Tiagra Aero Brake Levers and Tektro Interrupter 
>>>Brake Levers.  (photo on my Smugmug page) 
>>>2. [In addition to the Nitto 5 cm stem on the bike] Nitto 7 cm stem 
>>>(photo on my Smugmug page)
>>>3. Six spare spokes for rear wheel
>>>4. Qty 4 Rainbow Nifty Swifty 584x32.8 650B tires.  Two have ~3500 
>>>miles.  Two are, I believe, brand new or nearly so.
>>>5. [In addition to the nearly unused Panaracer Col de Vie tires on 
>>>the bike] ) One extra unused Col de Vie.
>>>6. 4 extra tubes
>>>7. Arkel Handlebar Map Case, new (photo on my Smugmug page)
>>>8. Cinelli Cork Tape, natural color, in box.
>>>9. Bertoud Saddlebag, never used.  Looks like the left one in this 
>>> WallBike 
>>>image 
>>> --- 
>>>but in the color of the right one in that image, and without the 
>>>quick-mount hardware.  (photo on my Smugmug page) 
>>>10. Vintage Bicycle Quarterly.  Volume 3, #4.  Volume 4, -#1&2&4. 
>>> Volume 5, #2&3
>>>11. Rivendell Reader.  Issues 27, 29, 30, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 38.
>>>12. RivBike Catalog #19
>>>
>>>
>>> I'll do my best to answer questions.  I haven't paid any attention to it 
>>> since 2007, so I may be a bit rusty (but the Saluki is not rusty).
>>>
>>> Thanks, AmyL, Palo Alto
>>>
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Re: [RBW] Bike models

2014-01-27 Thread cyclotourist

With little bitty syringes of EPO to go with the itty-bitty racers...

Cheers,
David

"it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal





On Mon, Jan 27, 2014 at 5:35 PM, Curtis McKenzie  wrote:

> Check these out if you need a new bike but lack the storage space.
>
> http://www.lowtechmagazine.com/2013/07/bicycle-scale-models.html#more
>
> Enjoy,
>
> Curtis
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Re: [RBW] FS in Bay Area: 60 cm 650B Saluki (SN#SA0017)

2014-01-27 Thread cyclotourist

That is a really good looking bike. I've been wanting a 60cm 'Luki, too!
But it always comes down to cashflow, doesn't it...

Cheers,
David

"it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal





On Mon, Jan 27, 2014 at 5:12 PM, Peter Morgano wrote:

> OK, my heart just stopped. Anyone want to buy my 56 bombadil so I can
> justify it with my wife??!
> On Jan 27, 2014 8:06 PM, "Amy Lauterbach"  wrote:
>
>> Prompted by an imminent remodel project, I'm finally cleaning out my
>> garage.
>>
>> *2005 60 cm 650B Saluki (SN#SA0017).  Fully built (by Rivendell),
>> including a bunch of extra stuff listed below.  I'd like to sell the whole
>> collection of things for $2000. * I live in Palo Alto and have a very
>> strong preference to sell it locally so I don't run the risk of shipping
>> something that I've misrepresented.
>>
>> I rode it for 18 months (~4000 miles), and then switched to a new custom
>> Sycip Rohloff bike which I've ridden exclusively since then.  I have made
>> the transition to internal gearing and will not return to the Saluki, so it
>> has been unused in my garage since January 2007.
>>
>> The build details are shown in the Rivendell receipt, which I've scanned
>> and *posted with photos of the 
>> bike*(taken when bike was new).  
>> All of the photos of the bike were taken when
>> the bike was new. The pedals and saddle shown in the photos are not
>> included.
>>
>> Color is Agapanthus purple.  IMHO it is a very beautiful albeit very
>> non-traditional color.  There are a couple obscure nicks in the paint,
>> which I treated with clear nail polish as soon as they occurred.  Otherwise
>> the frame is in excellent condition.
>>
>> To the best of my knowledge, everything shown in the receipt is on the
>> bike, EXCEPT:
>>
>>1. I'm keeping the Nitto Front Rack.
>>2. The stem on the bike is a Nitto Technomic 5 cm stem.
>>3. The bars on the bike are Nitto Noodle 46 cm (instead of the 44 cm
>>on the receipt)
>>4. The brake levers on the bike are Cane Creek SCR-5C
>>5. I'm fairly sure that I've replaced the cassette, and it is
>>probably still a 11-34, but no promises
>>
>> In addition to everything on the bike, the following miscellaneous stuff
>> is included in the sale:
>>
>>1. [In addition to the bars&brake levers on the bike] Nitto 44 cm
>>Noodle bars with Shimano Tiagra Aero Brake Levers and Tektro Interrupter
>>Brake Levers.  (photo on my Smugmug page)
>>2. [In addition to the Nitto 5 cm stem on the bike] Nitto 7 cm stem
>>(photo on my Smugmug page)
>>3. Six spare spokes for rear wheel
>>4. Qty 4 Rainbow Nifty Swifty 584x32.8 650B tires.  Two have ~3500
>>miles.  Two are, I believe, brand new or nearly so.
>>5. [In addition to the nearly unused Panaracer Col de Vie tires on
>>the bike] ) One extra unused Col de Vie.
>>6. 4 extra tubes
>>7. Arkel Handlebar Map Case, new (photo on my Smugmug page)
>>8. Cinelli Cork Tape, natural color, in box.
>>9. Bertoud Saddlebag, never used.  Looks like the left one in this 
>> WallBike
>>image 
>> ---
>>but in the color of the right one in that image, and without the
>>quick-mount hardware.  (photo on my Smugmug page)
>>10. Vintage Bicycle Quarterly.  Volume 3, #4.  Volume 4, -#1&2&4.
>> Volume 5, #2&3
>>11. Rivendell Reader.  Issues 27, 29, 30, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 38.
>>12. RivBike Catalog #19
>>
>>
>> I'll do my best to answer questions.  I haven't paid any attention to it
>> since 2007, so I may be a bit rusty (but the Saluki is not rusty).
>>
>> Thanks, AmyL, Palo Alto
>>
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Re: [RBW] Re: My Bike Life Is Lacking

That sounds like most all my rides longer than 8 miles! With the highway we 
have here it's jut too noisy for my daft brain to handle, so on the van me 
Hunqa goes. I just wish I could drive so I wasn't such a pain for my wife, 
though she says that on the lesser side of the pain that I am. Grin.

With abandon,
Patrick

On Monday, January 27, 2014 6:30:48 PM UTC-7, Liesl wrote:
>
> Right on! say I to putting your bike on a rack, driving somewhere, and 
> then riding (and occasionally pushing if needed).

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[RBW] Bike models

2014-01-27 Thread Curtis McKenzie

Check these out if you need a new bike but lack the storage space.

http://www.lowtechmagazine.com/2013/07/bicycle-scale-models.html#more

Enjoy,

Curtis

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Re: [RBW] Re: My Bike Life Is Lacking

Right on! say I to putting your bike on a rack, driving somewhere, and then 
riding (and occasionally pushing if needed).

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[RBW] Bike Lessons Learned , Greetings & Albatross Bars

Welcome as a listserv poster!  Good to hear your story.

And yes, this is a kind and compassionate group making it pretty dang special.

Liesl

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Re: [RBW] FS in Bay Area: 60 cm 650B Saluki (SN#SA0017)

2014-01-27 Thread Peter Morgano

OK, my heart just stopped. Anyone want to buy my 56 bombadil so I can
justify it with my wife??!
On Jan 27, 2014 8:06 PM, "Amy Lauterbach"  wrote:

> Prompted by an imminent remodel project, I'm finally cleaning out my
> garage.
>
> *2005 60 cm 650B Saluki (SN#SA0017).  Fully built (by Rivendell),
> including a bunch of extra stuff listed below.  I'd like to sell the whole
> collection of things for $2000. * I live in Palo Alto and have a very
> strong preference to sell it locally so I don't run the risk of shipping
> something that I've misrepresented.
>
> I rode it for 18 months (~4000 miles), and then switched to a new custom
> Sycip Rohloff bike which I've ridden exclusively since then.  I have made
> the transition to internal gearing and will not return to the Saluki, so it
> has been unused in my garage since January 2007.
>
> The build details are shown in the Rivendell receipt, which I've scanned
> and *posted with photos of the 
> bike*(taken when bike was new).  All 
> of the photos of the bike were taken when
> the bike was new. The pedals and saddle shown in the photos are not
> included.
>
> Color is Agapanthus purple.  IMHO it is a very beautiful albeit very
> non-traditional color.  There are a couple obscure nicks in the paint,
> which I treated with clear nail polish as soon as they occurred.  Otherwise
> the frame is in excellent condition.
>
> To the best of my knowledge, everything shown in the receipt is on the
> bike, EXCEPT:
>
>1. I'm keeping the Nitto Front Rack.
>2. The stem on the bike is a Nitto Technomic 5 cm stem.
>3. The bars on the bike are Nitto Noodle 46 cm (instead of the 44 cm
>on the receipt)
>4. The brake levers on the bike are Cane Creek SCR-5C
>5. I'm fairly sure that I've replaced the cassette, and it is probably
>still a 11-34, but no promises
>
> In addition to everything on the bike, the following miscellaneous stuff
> is included in the sale:
>
>1. [In addition to the bars&brake levers on the bike] Nitto 44 cm
>Noodle bars with Shimano Tiagra Aero Brake Levers and Tektro Interrupter
>Brake Levers.  (photo on my Smugmug page)
>2. [In addition to the Nitto 5 cm stem on the bike] Nitto 7 cm stem
>(photo on my Smugmug page)
>3. Six spare spokes for rear wheel
>4. Qty 4 Rainbow Nifty Swifty 584x32.8 650B tires.  Two have ~3500
>miles.  Two are, I believe, brand new or nearly so.
>5. [In addition to the nearly unused Panaracer Col de Vie tires on the
>bike] ) One extra unused Col de Vie.
>6. 4 extra tubes
>7. Arkel Handlebar Map Case, new (photo on my Smugmug page)
>8. Cinelli Cork Tape, natural color, in box.
>9. Bertoud Saddlebag, never used.  Looks like the left one in this WallBike
>image ---
>but in the color of the right one in that image, and without the
>quick-mount hardware.  (photo on my Smugmug page)
>10. Vintage Bicycle Quarterly.  Volume 3, #4.  Volume 4, -#1&2&4.
> Volume 5, #2&3
>11. Rivendell Reader.  Issues 27, 29, 30, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 38.
>12. RivBike Catalog #19
>
>
> I'll do my best to answer questions.  I haven't paid any attention to it
> since 2007, so I may be a bit rusty (but the Saluki is not rusty).
>
> Thanks, AmyL, Palo Alto
>
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[RBW] Re: Any kindred spirits in Connecticut?

2014-01-27 Thread ctbiker

> ... any route suggestions would be welcomed

Some good route & ride information can be found at 
http://bikenewengland.com/connecticut_rides.html

AMC has many rides throughout the state (http://www.outdoors.org/)

Try http://www.ctbikeroutes.org/ and http://ridewithgps.com/find also.

It's rumored that spring may someday come to Connecticut so keep dreaming.

Best,

Ray Foss
Lisbon, CT

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[RBW] FS in Bay Area: 60 cm 650B Saluki (SN#SA0017)

2014-01-27 Thread Amy Lauterbach

Prompted by an imminent remodel project, I'm finally cleaning out my garage.

*2005 60 cm 650B Saluki (SN#SA0017).  Fully built (by Rivendell), including 
a bunch of extra stuff listed below.  I'd like to sell the whole collection 
of things for $2000. * I live in Palo Alto and have a very strong 
preference to sell it locally so I don't run the risk of shipping something 
that I've misrepresented.

I rode it for 18 months (~4000 miles), and then switched to a new custom 
Sycip Rohloff bike which I've ridden exclusively since then.  I have made 
the transition to internal gearing and will not return to the Saluki, so it 
has been unused in my garage since January 2007. 

The build details are shown in the Rivendell receipt, which I've scanned 
and *posted with photos of the 
bike*(taken when bike was new).  All 
of the photos of the bike were taken when 
the bike was new. The pedals and saddle shown in the photos are not 
included.

Color is Agapanthus purple.  IMHO it is a very beautiful albeit very 
non-traditional color.  There are a couple obscure nicks in the paint, 
which I treated with clear nail polish as soon as they occurred.  Otherwise 
the frame is in excellent condition.

To the best of my knowledge, everything shown in the receipt is on the 
bike, EXCEPT:

   1. I'm keeping the Nitto Front Rack.
   2. The stem on the bike is a Nitto Technomic 5 cm stem.
   3. The bars on the bike are Nitto Noodle 46 cm (instead of the 44 cm on 
   the receipt)
   4. The brake levers on the bike are Cane Creek SCR-5C 
   5. I'm fairly sure that I've replaced the cassette, and it is probably 
   still a 11-34, but no promises

In addition to everything on the bike, the following miscellaneous stuff is 
included in the sale:

   1. [In addition to the bars&brake levers on the bike] Nitto 44 cm Noodle 
   bars with Shimano Tiagra Aero Brake Levers and Tektro Interrupter Brake 
   Levers.  (photo on my Smugmug page)
   2. [In addition to the Nitto 5 cm stem on the bike] Nitto 7 cm stem 
   (photo on my Smugmug page)
   3. Six spare spokes for rear wheel
   4. Qty 4 Rainbow Nifty Swifty 584x32.8 650B tires.  Two have ~3500 
   miles.  Two are, I believe, brand new or nearly so.
   5. [In addition to the nearly unused Panaracer Col de Vie tires on the 
   bike] ) One extra unused Col de Vie.
   6. 4 extra tubes
   7. Arkel Handlebar Map Case, new (photo on my Smugmug page)
   8. Cinelli Cork Tape, natural color, in box.
   9. Bertoud Saddlebag, never used.  Looks like the left one in this WallBike 
   image  --- 
   but in the color of the right one in that image, and without the 
   quick-mount hardware.  (photo on my Smugmug page)
   10. Vintage Bicycle Quarterly.  Volume 3, #4.  Volume 4, -#1&2&4. 
Volume 5, #2&3
   11. Rivendell Reader.  Issues 27, 29, 30, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 38.
   12. RivBike Catalog #19


I'll do my best to answer questions.  I haven't paid any attention to it 
since 2007, so I may be a bit rusty (but the Saluki is not rusty).

Thanks, AmyL, Palo Alto

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[RBW] Re: Winter Bikepacking tips?

2014-01-27 Thread Jim M.


Sorry, forgot the link: 
http://www.allweathersports.com/isport/ibiketips.html

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[RBW] Re: Winter Bikepacking tips?

2014-01-27 Thread Jim M.

And here are some tips on bike prep for Iditabike. 

Pushing a bike miles through deep snow in low temps can be a bit of a drag, 
but, heck, it beats working.


happy trails
> jim m
> wc ca
>
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[RBW] Re: Winter Bikepacking tips?

2014-01-27 Thread Jim M.

That's a big range of temps. At 45, nothing is different, but you knew 
that. I haven't spent a lot of time biking in sub-zero weather, but what I 
have found is that grease in hubs, bb's, and headset can get very stiff and 
make it hard to pedal/roll. If you're going to spend much time in that 
temp, switch to a very light grease. I think the Iditabikers even just use 
oil for those bearing surfaces.

happy trails
jim m
wc ca

On Monday, January 27, 2014 2:42:17 PM UTC-8, Deacon Patrick wrote:
>
> So rather than flee as a whole family to the southern reaches of Arizona 
> and all the unknown of that that could wreak havoc on my bludgeoned brain, 
> I will be solo bikepacking the areas around here (Pikes Peak) that I know 
> so well. But construction now has a start date of February 17 and an 
> unknown completion date (I’m guessing 3-8 weeks).
>
> Temps at the various elevations I’ll be at can range from 45˚F-minus 30˚F. 
> I’m familiar with how to camp at those temperatures, but anyone have 
> experience with caring for a bike at those temps/in snow? What do I need to 
> consider? 
>
> With abandon,
> Patrick
>
> *www.MindYourHeadCoop.org *
> *www.OurHolyConception.org *
>  
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Re: [RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne as tourer

2014-01-27 Thread Patrick Moore

The bar in the photo looks very much like a Compass Maes Parallel ...

Regarding tires: different soils and surfaces. Of course, I've seen video
of pro level cyclocrossers riding deep sand on 28s, but then they are
putting out a lot more energy than they would be if they were riding 60s ...


On Mon, Jan 27, 2014 at 4:56 PM, Mike Schiller wrote:

> don't tell that to this guy..  http://instagram.com/p/b9Pm8Fp48U/  he
> rode over Pearl Pass on one.
>
> I rode my Sam on singletrack all the time with some 42mm Smart Sams.  I
> think it works just fine for that.
>
> ~mike
> Carlsbad Ca.
>
>
> On Monday, January 27, 2014 2:37:39 PM UTC-8, Bill Lindsay wrote:
>
>> They go on to define where Atlantis and Hunqa fit in.  Definitely shades
>> of grey among touringish allrounderish countryish bikes.
>>
>> "Off-road “expedition” tourers and single trackers should look to our
>> other models like the Atlantis and Hunqapillar. For the rest of you.. Sam."
>>
>> On Monday, January 27, 2014 1:26:59 PM UTC-8, Patrick Moore wrote:
>>>
>>> More nice photos, this time of Sams, on the Blug. I am suprised to see
>>> the Sam described as a touring bike, particularly this sentence:
>>>
>>> We shouldn’t be pigeonholing Sam like this, but for the prospective
>>> bike-shopper choosing options *in an established category*, we could
>>> say it’s a “road touring bike.” And it does that *one* thing better
>>> than any other bike we know of (we’ve tried ‘em all)
>>>
>>>
>>> I thought the Atlantis was the model for touring. (Yes, I know that Riv
>>> is trying to squeeze this beautiful round peg into a quotidian square hole.)
>>>
>>> At any rate, there are nice photos of the Sam (including two with *Drop
>>> Bars!* and *single top tubes!*) that make me a bit nostalgic for the 56
>>> I used to own. I didn't like the way it handled with a heavy rear load, but
>>> I daresay that, with load better distributed fore/aft, it would have done
>>> well.
>>>
>>> (For the record, if you are going to build a Sam up as an upright city
>>> bike, I *do* approve of a kickstand plate, though I would not want one
>>> on my bike -- mine didn't have one.)
>>>
>>> But as a "country bike" it was close to ideal; just not ideal for me,
>>> since 45 mm tires off road, around here, are just too skinny for my taste.
>>>
>>> But it is *pretty* and, had I all the money in the world and a lot more
>>> time to ride every bike I own, I'd have kept it. Certainly I would have
>>> chosen it over the old 1958 Herse (nice as that was) that replaced it for a
>>> year or so until I split the difference between Fargo and Ram.
>>>
>>> Segwaying and swaying (in the metaphorical breeze): I took the '03 fixed
>>> (70") out on the same climbing route today that I rode the 14-speed Ram
>>> over yesterday. And although yesterday's ride used only these gears (in
>>> order of use) -- 65, 70, 60, 50, 74 -- the 25" gap and a freewheel for
>>> steep downhills makes one almost apologetic, it all becomes so easy. OTOH,
>>> there is nothing in cycling life as fun/challenging/satisfying as pacing
>>> yourself to stand on a 1 mile hill. (My climbs are steepish but modest in
>>> length.) The '99 gofast, 75", is even more fun on the same route, but it
>>> doesn't carry a load of mail or groceries.
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[RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne as tourer

It just seems smart that someone smart smartly runs Smart Sam's on his 
smart Sam.   

On Monday, January 27, 2014 3:56:12 PM UTC-8, Mike Schiller wrote:
>
> don't tell that to this guy..  http://instagram.com/p/b9Pm8Fp48U/  he 
> rode over Pearl Pass on one.
>
> I rode my Sam on singletrack all the time with some 42mm Smart Sams.  I 
> think it works just fine for that.   
>
> ~mike
> Carlsbad Ca. 
>
>
>>>  

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[RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne as tourer

2014-01-27 Thread Mike Schiller

don't tell that to this guy..  http://instagram.com/p/b9Pm8Fp48U/  he rode 
over Pearl Pass on one.

I rode my Sam on singletrack all the time with some 42mm Smart Sams.  I 
think it works just fine for that.   

~mike
Carlsbad Ca. 

On Monday, January 27, 2014 2:37:39 PM UTC-8, Bill Lindsay wrote:
>
> They go on to define where Atlantis and Hunqa fit in.  Definitely shades 
> of grey among touringish allrounderish countryish bikes.  
>
> "Off-road “expedition” tourers and single trackers should look to our 
> other models like the Atlantis and Hunqapillar. For the rest of you.. Sam."
>
> On Monday, January 27, 2014 1:26:59 PM UTC-8, Patrick Moore wrote:
>>
>> More nice photos, this time of Sams, on the Blug. I am suprised to see 
>> the Sam described as a touring bike, particularly this sentence:
>>
>> We shouldn’t be pigeonholing Sam like this, but for the prospective 
>> bike-shopper choosing options *in an established category*, we could say 
>> it’s a “road touring bike.” And it does that *one* thing better than any 
>> other bike we know of (we’ve tried ‘em all)
>>
>>
>> I thought the Atlantis was the model for touring. (Yes, I know that Riv 
>> is trying to squeeze this beautiful round peg into a quotidian square hole.)
>>
>> At any rate, there are nice photos of the Sam (including two with *Drop 
>> Bars!* and *single top tubes!*) that make me a bit nostalgic for the 56 
>> I used to own. I didn't like the way it handled with a heavy rear load, but 
>> I daresay that, with load better distributed fore/aft, it would have done 
>> well.
>>
>> (For the record, if you are going to build a Sam up as an upright city 
>> bike, I *do* approve of a kickstand plate, though I would not want one 
>> on my bike -- mine didn't have one.)
>>
>> But as a "country bike" it was close to ideal; just not ideal for me, 
>> since 45 mm tires off road, around here, are just too skinny for my taste.
>>
>> But it is *pretty* and, had I all the money in the world and a lot more 
>> time to ride every bike I own, I'd have kept it. Certainly I would have 
>> chosen it over the old 1958 Herse (nice as that was) that replaced it for a 
>> year or so until I split the difference between Fargo and Ram.
>>
>> Segwaying and swaying (in the metaphorical breeze): I took the '03 fixed 
>> (70") out on the same climbing route today that I rode the 14-speed Ram 
>> over yesterday. And although yesterday's ride used only these gears (in 
>> order of use) -- 65, 70, 60, 50, 74 -- the 25" gap and a freewheel for 
>> steep downhills makes one almost apologetic, it all becomes so easy. OTOH, 
>> there is nothing in cycling life as fun/challenging/satisfying as pacing 
>> yourself to stand on a 1 mile hill. (My climbs are steepish but modest in 
>> length.) The '99 gofast, 75", is even more fun on the same route, but it 
>> doesn't carry a load of mail or groceries.
>> -- 
>> Albuquerque, NM, USA
>>  
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>> http://www.resumespecialties.com/
>>
>> 

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Re: [RBW] Re: My Bike Life Is Lacking

2014-01-27 Thread Leah Peterson

Joan, you've just hit in my current plan! Ha! I'm looking at what kind of bike 
rack my Honda Oddysey (no hitch) would take. I'll be perusing Craigslist in the 
near future! Yay! Thanks for a judge in the right direction.

Sent from my iPhone

> On Jan 27, 2014, at 2:31 PM, Joan Oppel  wrote:
> 
> Leah - I really sympathize with the total change your move has made in your 
> biking locale and routine.  I almost hesitate to write the following - 
> because it's sort of against the use the bike for as much as possible 
> philosophy.  I also should point out that I'm lucky to live in a place where 
> I can do almost any thing by bike from my house.  Ok, all that said, here's 
> what I suggest: put the bike on your car and drive to some place to ride.  
> Heresy, I know.  But at least you would be getting out to ride!  Can you park 
> your car somewhere that would allow you to do errands, grocery shopping, etc 
> by bike and return to the car?  Using the car for only part of the trip is 
> still good, in my opinion.  I know people who, for whatever reason, just live 
> to far from work to bike the whole way so they drive part of the way, park 
> and then ride.  
> 
> It's still biking and better than notbiking!
> Joan 
>  
> On 01/27/14, LeahFoy wrote:
>  
> Well, today I set out on the school commute with fresh hopes and clear mind. 
> Today was Lincoln's big debut of riding his 16 inch Specialized Hotrock bike 
> solo. (He is usually hooked onto me via Trail-a-Bike.) I meant to appreciate 
> the sensory experience, but I appreciated that none of us became road kill, 
> instead! 
> 
> Ha! 
> Leah
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Re: [RBW] New Rack for Monseiur Blériot

2014-01-27 Thread Eric Norris

Maybe sometime in the future I'll get metal fenders and remount the rack lower. 
For now, I'm very happy with the results.

--Eric N
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Twitter: @CampyOnlyGuy

> On Jan 27, 2014, at 2:59 PM, Bill Lindsay  wrote:
> 
> Yes.  Mine attaches twice to my metal fenders and because of that doesn't 
> require the optional brake stay.  I had to handwring like a handwringing 
> handwringer over which of the mounting holes to use.  I wanted to run it as 
> low as possible, and make it look all constructeurish.  Turns out I would 
> have needed to drill new holes halfway between two of the options.  I prefer 
> to avoid drilling stainless steel whenever I can, so I decided to run the 
> rack a wee bit 'too high' and made custom spacers from aluminum tubing.  
> 
> 
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Re: [RBW] My Bike Life Is Lacking

2014-01-27 Thread dougP

Manny, your bike has so much beausage you could go into the "beausage 
business".  Grin, recalling the ever-flapping bar tape.

dougP

On Sunday, January 26, 2014 10:12:58 PM UTC-8, Manuel Acosta wrote:
>
> Leah, 
> Yo know that saying pictures proved.. yada..blah blah blah.
>
> Banned from abuse of your Rivendell? 
> If I haven't gotten banned yet. You should be fine.
> Manny
>
> On Sunday, January 26, 2014 8:11:00 AM UTC-8, LeahFoy wrote:
>>
>> You guys have cheered me right up! I told my husband, "Babe, you oughtta 
>> like these people even more than I - they've brightened my outlook and 
>> spared you from listening to your wife bemoan her bike situation!"
>>
>> Addison: I live in Henderson. I hear Reno is nice; my husband flies there 
>> when he has business with the governor. I think I saw some of your photos 
>> from your lovely Reno once, and it truly looks to be a gem!
>>
>> There aren't villages on the mountain; but a few miles down it there are 
>> a few businesses (CVS, Starbucks, Postnet, etc). I've often wondered if I 
>> could get back up it on my bike; it's quite steep, but maybe without 
>> kids
>>
>> Joe: Good job on 10 months! E-bike is a great idea!
>>
>> Michael H: Bike racks! Brilliant! I'm going to explore that option this 
>> week!
>>
>> Andy from Pgh: my sister and her husband live in Pittsburgh and are 
>> looking to relocate to Lawrenceville. They work in downtown law offices and 
>> would become bike commuters! (They presently live downtown and walk 
>> everywhere.) they have run into a very cool bikes-guy and talked a bit with 
>> him about bikes and bike commuting, wonder if it was you? I sent them some 
>> Rivendell stuff for Christmas to make their bike commuting easier. If you 
>> have anything else to add about commuting in Pgh, please share!
>>
>> And to all of you who mentioned contentment in all circumstances, you are 
>> certainly right. I am so blessed to have my little bike journey with my 
>> boys and I am going to engage my senses more and try to savor each trip. 
>> It's good to remember that everyone else does not have a perfect bike 
>> situation either, but rather they are making the most of what they do have 
>> and exercising gratitude on their way. Thanks again!
>>
>>

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[RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne as tourer

2014-01-27 Thread dougP

Any Rivendell, (possible exception being the Roadeo?) makes a better 
touring bike than the overwhelming majority of bikes sold.  Since most 
tourists stick to developed roads, Sam is likely superb for that use.  
Comfort during long, back to back days in the saddle is key to an enjoyable 
touring bike, and we all know that's an area where Rivendells shine.  I've 
been on supported tours where people on skinny tire racing bikes are beat 
to death by the end of the day and grumble about stretches of bad 
pavement.  Granted, I don't need my Atlantis for a trip like that but it's 
sure comfy.  A Sam, Betty, Hunq, etc., would probably be just as nice, and 
you'd look forward to doing it all again tomorrow.  

dougP

On Monday, January 27, 2014 2:37:39 PM UTC-8, Bill Lindsay wrote:
>
> They go on to define where Atlantis and Hunqa fit in.  Definitely shades 
> of grey among touringish allrounderish countryish bikes.  
>
> "Off-road “expedition” tourers and single trackers should look to our 
> other models like the Atlantis and Hunqapillar. For the rest of you.. Sam."
>
> On Monday, January 27, 2014 1:26:59 PM UTC-8, Patrick Moore wrote:
>>
>> More nice photos, this time of Sams, on the Blug. I am suprised to see 
>> the Sam described as a touring bike, particularly this sentence:
>>
>> We shouldn’t be pigeonholing Sam like this, but for the prospective 
>> bike-shopper choosing options *in an established category*, we could say 
>> it’s a “road touring bike.” And it does that *one* thing better than any 
>> other bike we know of (we’ve tried ‘em all)
>>
>>
>> I thought the Atlantis was the model for touring. (Yes, I know that Riv 
>> is trying to squeeze this beautiful round peg into a quotidian square hole.)
>>
>> At any rate, there are nice photos of the Sam (including two with *Drop 
>> Bars!* and *single top tubes!*) that make me a bit nostalgic for the 56 
>> I used to own. I didn't like the way it handled with a heavy rear load, but 
>> I daresay that, with load better distributed fore/aft, it would have done 
>> well.
>>
>> (For the record, if you are going to build a Sam up as an upright city 
>> bike, I *do* approve of a kickstand plate, though I would not want one 
>> on my bike -- mine didn't have one.)
>>
>> But as a "country bike" it was close to ideal; just not ideal for me, 
>> since 45 mm tires off road, around here, are just too skinny for my taste.
>>
>> But it is *pretty* and, had I all the money in the world and a lot more 
>> time to ride every bike I own, I'd have kept it. Certainly I would have 
>> chosen it over the old 1958 Herse (nice as that was) that replaced it for a 
>> year or so until I split the difference between Fargo and Ram.
>>
>> Segwaying and swaying (in the metaphorical breeze): I took the '03 fixed 
>> (70") out on the same climbing route today that I rode the 14-speed Ram 
>> over yesterday. And although yesterday's ride used only these gears (in 
>> order of use) -- 65, 70, 60, 50, 74 -- the 25" gap and a freewheel for 
>> steep downhills makes one almost apologetic, it all becomes so easy. OTOH, 
>> there is nothing in cycling life as fun/challenging/satisfying as pacing 
>> yourself to stand on a 1 mile hill. (My climbs are steepish but modest in 
>> length.) The '99 gofast, 75", is even more fun on the same route, but it 
>> doesn't carry a load of mail or groceries.
>> -- 
>> Albuquerque, NM, USA
>>  
>> Resumes that get interviews:
>> http://www.resumespecialties.com/
>>
>> 

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Re: [RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne as tourer

2014-01-27 Thread Patrick Moore

I guess that one man's touring bike is another's off-road bike -- if it's
not his road bike. From my short distance, rear-load-only experience with
my Ram, I'd have to say that "touring bike" is a category that covers a lot
of ground. In my experience, the Ram could very nicely carry 40 lb of gear,
if 10-15 lb were carried in front. (Well, actually, I don't have any
experience of carrying 15 lb on the front of a Ram, but the Ram *does* carry
30 lb in the rear with complete aplomb, and I *suspect* that the Ram would
handle 15 lb on Tubus Duos perfectly well. For what *that's* worth.)

Perhaps the take away message here is ...(loud chords) ... *versatility!* Who'd
'a thunk?



On Mon, Jan 27, 2014 at 3:37 PM, Bill Lindsay  wrote:

> They go on to define where Atlantis and Hunqa fit in.  Definitely shades
> of grey among touringish allrounderish countryish bikes.
>
> "Off-road “expedition” tourers and single trackers should look to our
> other models like the Atlantis and Hunqapillar. For the rest of you.. Sam."
>
>
> On Monday, January 27, 2014 1:26:59 PM UTC-8, Patrick Moore wrote:
>>
>> More nice photos, this time of Sams, on the Blug. I am suprised to see
>> the Sam described as a touring bike, particularly this sentence:
>>
>> We shouldn’t be pigeonholing Sam like this, but for the prospective
>> bike-shopper choosing options *in an established category*, we could say
>> it’s a “road touring bike.” And it does that *one* thing better than any
>> other bike we know of (we’ve tried ‘em all)
>>
>>
>> I thought the Atlantis was the model for touring. (Yes, I know that Riv
>> is trying to squeeze this beautiful round peg into a quotidian square hole.)
>>
>> At any rate, there are nice photos of the Sam (including two with *Drop
>> Bars!* and *single top tubes!*) that make me a bit nostalgic for the 56
>> I used to own. I didn't like the way it handled with a heavy rear load, but
>> I daresay that, with load better distributed fore/aft, it would have done
>> well.
>>
>> (For the record, if you are going to build a Sam up as an upright city
>> bike, I *do* approve of a kickstand plate, though I would not want one
>> on my bike -- mine didn't have one.)
>>
>> But as a "country bike" it was close to ideal; just not ideal for me,
>> since 45 mm tires off road, around here, are just too skinny for my taste.
>>
>> But it is *pretty* and, had I all the money in the world and a lot more
>> time to ride every bike I own, I'd have kept it. Certainly I would have
>> chosen it over the old 1958 Herse (nice as that was) that replaced it for a
>> year or so until I split the difference between Fargo and Ram.
>>
>> Segwaying and swaying (in the metaphorical breeze): I took the '03 fixed
>> (70") out on the same climbing route today that I rode the 14-speed Ram
>> over yesterday. And although yesterday's ride used only these gears (in
>> order of use) -- 65, 70, 60, 50, 74 -- the 25" gap and a freewheel for
>> steep downhills makes one almost apologetic, it all becomes so easy. OTOH,
>> there is nothing in cycling life as fun/challenging/satisfying as pacing
>> yourself to stand on a 1 mile hill. (My climbs are steepish but modest in
>> length.) The '99 gofast, 75", is even more fun on the same route, but it
>> doesn't carry a load of mail or groceries.
>> --
>> Albuquerque, NM, USA
>>
>> Resumes that get interviews:
>> http://www.resumespecialties.com/
>>
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Re: [RBW] New Rack for Monseiur Blériot

Yes.  Mine attaches twice to my metal fenders and because of that doesn't 
require the optional brake stay.  I had to handwring like a handwringing 
handwringer over which of the mounting holes to use.  I wanted to run it as 
low as possible, and make it look all constructeurish.  Turns out I would 
have needed to drill new holes halfway between two of the options.  I 
prefer to avoid drilling stainless steel whenever I can, so I decided to 
run the rack a wee bit 'too high' and made custom spacers from aluminum 
tubing.  


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Re: [RBW] New Rack for Monseiur Blériot

2014-01-27 Thread Eric Norris

Yes, I used the metal tab, not the fenders. 

–Eric N
Sent from my iPhone 5S

> On Jan 27, 2014, at 2:21 PM, Minh  wrote:
> 
> Now Tom, those are plastic fenders :)
> 
> These racks have an optional metal tab that extend off the front that bolts 
> behind the brake, kinda tricky to install with certain brakes, eric did a 
> good job.  i have one of these racks with metal fenders, in that case there 
> is a spot to bolt the rack to the fender instead--of course then you have to 
> get it a little lower
> 
>> On Monday, January 27, 2014 5:11:09 PM UTC-5, Pudge wrote:
>> Is the rack mounted to the fender by the two attachment points under the 
>> rack?  Pics aren't clear (at least to my aging eyes). 
>> 
>> -Original Message- 
>> From: rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com] On 
>> Behalf Of Eric Norris 
>> Sent: Monday, January 27, 2014 5:09 PM 
>> To: RBW 
>> Subject: [RBW] New Rack for Monseiur Blériot 
>> 
>> Just got done installing a Velo Orange "Constructeur" rack on Monsieur 
>> Blériot: 
>> 
>> http://www.flickr.com/photos/campyonlyguy/sets/72157640231227834/ 
>> 
>> The rack is nicely made of polished stainless steel, and mimics the 
>> appearance of the smallish racks often installed on classic randoneurring 
>> bikes. I plan to use it to carry extra gear on long brevets and an upcoming 
>> three-day ride. 
>> 
>> Installation went smoothly, except for the part where I created a problem 
>> for myself by cutting the mounting tabs too short. A trip to a local bike 
>> shop and the hardware store later, and I was able to fashion some extenders 
>> to get the rack in the right place. 
>> 
>> The small reflector on the back is held by a tiny bracket that in turn is 
>> held on the rack via a built-in mounting point. The reflector itself is an 
>> old-fashioned but new item from another project that never came to fruition. 
>> 
>> With the rack in place, the only other addition I plan to make is to install 
>> a set of Magnic headlights. That will come later in the year, probably for a 
>> 400K brevet in March. 
>> 
>> Eric N 
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[RBW] Re: Paddle-to-the-Sea

2014-01-27 Thread ascpgh

What a great book, Caldecott prize winner too. I recall it in the same era 
as One Morning in Maine. Paddle really does visually define beausage, eh? 
Craftsmanship, pride in product, wonder of travel beyond your limits, 
whatever they are.

Andy Cheatham
Pittsburgh

On Sunday, January 26, 2014 5:26:01 PM UTC-5, Deacon Patrick wrote:
>
> My wife discovered and bought a book I read once in elementary school and 
> then in faded into the mist but stuck with me in ways the great stories do 
> after even one telling. Paddle-to-the-Sea exemplifies the spirit of 
> Rivendell, as least as I experience it. It is a joy to get to share it with 
> my kids.
>
> It has a spirit of creation and craftsmanship, wild adventure, long 
> waylays, seeming destruction turned to renewal and unexpected help for the 
> helpless, ardent adventurer on a noble quest, and selfless love and giving 
> of strangers crossing paths for brief periods, both the better for the 
> encounter.
>
> In case you know it and it was also lost in the mist, here is a reminder. 
>
>
> http://www.amazon.com/Paddle-Sea-Sandpiper-Books/dp/0395292034/ref=sr_1_3?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1390774861&sr=1-3&keywords=paddle
>
> With abandon,
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Re: [RBW] Sam Hillborne as tourer

2014-01-27 Thread James Warren


I have both. They are very similar. For mine, the only difference is that the 
Atlantis can fit a bigger tire if I want to.


On Jan 27, 2014, at 1:26 PM, Patrick Moore wrote:
> I am suprised to see the Sam described as a touring bike, particularly this 
> sentence:
> 
> 
> I thought the Atlantis was the model for touring. (Yes, I know that Riv is 
> trying to squeeze this beautiful round peg into a quotidian square hole.)
> 

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[RBW] Winter Bikepacking tips?

So rather than flee as a whole family to the southern reaches of Arizona and 
all the unknown of that that could wreak havoc on my bludgeoned brain, I will 
be solo bikepacking the areas around here (Pikes Peak) that I know so well. But 
construction now has a start date of February 17 and an unknown completion date 
(I’m guessing 3-8 weeks).

Temps at the various elevations I’ll be at can range from 45˚F-minus 30˚F. I’m 
familiar with how to camp at those temperatures, but anyone have experience 
with caring for a bike at those temps/in snow? What do I need to consider? 

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Re: [RBW] Schmidt SON hub VIBRATIONS!

2014-01-27 Thread Anne Paulson

I have this problem when the taillight gets disconnected and only the
headlight is on.

On Monday, January 27, 2014, Minh  wrote:

> Are you sure it's tightened down and firmly in the dropouts?  I've had
> this when it's misaligned or loose.
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[RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne as tourer

They go on to define where Atlantis and Hunqa fit in.  Definitely shades of 
grey among touringish allrounderish countryish bikes.  

"Off-road “expedition” tourers and single trackers should look to our other 
models like the Atlantis and Hunqapillar. For the rest of you.. Sam."

On Monday, January 27, 2014 1:26:59 PM UTC-8, Patrick Moore wrote:
>
> More nice photos, this time of Sams, on the Blug. I am suprised to see the 
> Sam described as a touring bike, particularly this sentence:
>
> We shouldn’t be pigeonholing Sam like this, but for the prospective 
> bike-shopper choosing options *in an established category*, we could say 
> it’s a “road touring bike.” And it does that *one* thing better than any 
> other bike we know of (we’ve tried ‘em all)
>
>
> I thought the Atlantis was the model for touring. (Yes, I know that Riv is 
> trying to squeeze this beautiful round peg into a quotidian square hole.)
>
> At any rate, there are nice photos of the Sam (including two with *Drop 
> Bars!* and *single top tubes!*) that make me a bit nostalgic for the 56 I 
> used to own. I didn't like the way it handled with a heavy rear load, but I 
> daresay that, with load better distributed fore/aft, it would have done 
> well.
>
> (For the record, if you are going to build a Sam up as an upright city 
> bike, I *do* approve of a kickstand plate, though I would not want one on 
> my bike -- mine didn't have one.)
>
> But as a "country bike" it was close to ideal; just not ideal for me, 
> since 45 mm tires off road, around here, are just too skinny for my taste.
>
> But it is *pretty* and, had I all the money in the world and a lot more 
> time to ride every bike I own, I'd have kept it. Certainly I would have 
> chosen it over the old 1958 Herse (nice as that was) that replaced it for a 
> year or so until I split the difference between Fargo and Ram.
>
> Segwaying and swaying (in the metaphorical breeze): I took the '03 fixed 
> (70") out on the same climbing route today that I rode the 14-speed Ram 
> over yesterday. And although yesterday's ride used only these gears (in 
> order of use) -- 65, 70, 60, 50, 74 -- the 25" gap and a freewheel for 
> steep downhills makes one almost apologetic, it all becomes so easy. OTOH, 
> there is nothing in cycling life as fun/challenging/satisfying as pacing 
> yourself to stand on a 1 mile hill. (My climbs are steepish but modest in 
> length.) The '99 gofast, 75", is even more fun on the same route, but it 
> doesn't carry a load of mail or groceries.
> -- 
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Re: Re: [RBW] Re: My Bike Life Is Lacking

2014-01-27 Thread Joan Oppel

Leah - I really sympathize with the total change your move has made in your biking locale and routine. I almost hesitate to write the following - because it's sort of against the use the bike for as much as possible philosophy. I also should point out that I'm lucky to live in a place where I can do almost any thing by bike from my house. Ok, all that said, here's what I suggest: put the bike on your car and drive to some place to ride. Heresy, I know. But at least you would be getting out to ride! Can you park your car somewhere that would allow you to do errands, grocery shopping, etc by bike and return to the car? Using the car for only part of the trip is still good, in my opinion. I know people who, for whatever reason, just live to far from work to bike the whole way so they drive part of the way, park and then ride. It's still biking and better than notbiking!Joan On 01/27/14, LeahFoy wrote: Well, today I set out on the school commute with fresh hopes and clear mind. Today was Lincoln's big debut of riding his 16 inch Specialized Hotrock bike solo. (He is usually hooked onto me via Trail-a-Bike.) I meant to appreciate the sensory experience, but I appreciated that none of us became road kill, instead! Ha! Leah-- 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.

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Re: [RBW] New Rack for Monseiur Blériot

2014-01-27 Thread Minh

Now Tom, those are plastic fenders :)

These racks have an optional metal tab that extend off the front that bolts 
behind the brake, kinda tricky to install with certain brakes, eric did a 
good job.  i have one of these racks with metal fenders, in that case there 
is a spot to bolt the rack to the fender instead--of course then you have 
to get it a little lower

On Monday, January 27, 2014 5:11:09 PM UTC-5, Pudge wrote:
>
> Is the rack mounted to the fender by the two attachment points under the 
> rack?  Pics aren't clear (at least to my aging eyes). 
>
> -Original Message- 
> From: rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com  [mailto:
> rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com ] On Behalf Of Eric Norris 
> Sent: Monday, January 27, 2014 5:09 PM 
> To: RBW 
> Subject: [RBW] New Rack for Monseiur Blériot 
>
> Just got done installing a Velo Orange "Constructeur" rack on Monsieur 
> Blériot: 
>
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/campyonlyguy/sets/72157640231227834/ 
>
> The rack is nicely made of polished stainless steel, and mimics the 
> appearance of the smallish racks often installed on classic randoneurring 
> bikes. I plan to use it to carry extra gear on long brevets and an upcoming 
> three-day ride. 
>
> Installation went smoothly, except for the part where I created a problem 
> for myself by cutting the mounting tabs too short. A trip to a local bike 
> shop and the hardware store later, and I was able to fashion some extenders 
> to get the rack in the right place. 
>
> The small reflector on the back is held by a tiny bracket that in turn is 
> held on the rack via a built-in mounting point. The reflector itself is an 
> old-fashioned but new item from another project that never came to 
> fruition. 
>
> With the rack in place, the only other addition I plan to make is to 
> install a set of Magnic headlights. That will come later in the year, 
> probably for a 400K brevet in March. 
>
> Eric N 
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RE: [RBW] New Rack for Monseiur Blériot

Doh.  (Hitting forehead.)  I was just looking at Bill’s installation of the 
same rack on his Dad’s Windsor, and (obviously) didn’t think.

From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com 
[mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Minh
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To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com
Subject: Re: [RBW] New Rack for Monseiur Blériot

Now Tom, those are plastic fenders :)

These racks have an optional metal tab that extend off the front that bolts 
behind the brake, kinda tricky to install with certain brakes, eric did a good 
job.  i have one of these racks with metal fenders, in that case there is a 
spot to bolt the rack to the fender instead--of course then you have to get it 
a little lower

On Monday, January 27, 2014 5:11:09 PM UTC-5, Pudge wrote:
Is the rack mounted to the fender by the two attachment points under the rack?  
Pics aren't clear (at least to my aging eyes).

-Original Message-
From: rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com 
[mailto:rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Eric Norris
Sent: Monday, January 27, 2014 5:09 PM
To: RBW
Subject: [RBW] New Rack for Monseiur Blériot

Just got done installing a Velo Orange "Constructeur" rack on Monsieur Blériot:

http://www.flickr.com/photos/campyonlyguy/sets/72157640231227834/

The rack is nicely made of polished stainless steel, and mimics the appearance 
of the smallish racks often installed on classic randoneurring bikes. I plan to 
use it to carry extra gear on long brevets and an upcoming three-day ride.

Installation went smoothly, except for the part where I created a problem for 
myself by cutting the mounting tabs too short. A trip to a local bike shop and 
the hardware store later, and I was able to fashion some extenders to get the 
rack in the right place.

The small reflector on the back is held by a tiny bracket that in turn is held 
on the rack via a built-in mounting point. The reflector itself is an 
old-fashioned but new item from another project that never came to fruition.

With the rack in place, the only other addition I plan to make is to install a 
set of Magnic headlights. That will come later in the year, probably for a 400K 
brevet in March.

Eric N
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[RBW] Re: Old and New Hunqapillar Tire Clearences

To follow up, I just received the 2.25" Smart Sams and they fit just fine 
on my original clearances Hunqapillar (rated to 55mm vs. 58 for the new 
green ones) -- at least they look fine to my untrained eye. I rode the 3 
miles lowland path that has a number of places of loose gravel that caused 
swim and extra hard pedal pushing with the 50mm Duremes, just extra hard 
pedal pushing with the 2.1" Smart Sams, and now with the 2.25" Smart Sams I 
mostly floated right over it, just noticing the need to add a bit more 
effort the pedals. Looking forward to trying them out on snowy back roads 
and trails!

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RE: [RBW] New Rack for Monseiur Blériot

Is the rack mounted to the fender by the two attachment points under the rack?  
Pics aren't clear (at least to my aging eyes).

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[mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Eric Norris
Sent: Monday, January 27, 2014 5:09 PM
To: RBW
Subject: [RBW] New Rack for Monseiur Blériot

Just got done installing a Velo Orange "Constructeur" rack on Monsieur Blériot:

http://www.flickr.com/photos/campyonlyguy/sets/72157640231227834/ 

The rack is nicely made of polished stainless steel, and mimics the appearance 
of the smallish racks often installed on classic randoneurring bikes. I plan to 
use it to carry extra gear on long brevets and an upcoming three-day ride.

Installation went smoothly, except for the part where I created a problem for 
myself by cutting the mounting tabs too short. A trip to a local bike shop and 
the hardware store later, and I was able to fashion some extenders to get the 
rack in the right place.

The small reflector on the back is held by a tiny bracket that in turn is held 
on the rack via a built-in mounting point. The reflector itself is an 
old-fashioned but new item from another project that never came to fruition.

With the rack in place, the only other addition I plan to make is to install a 
set of Magnic headlights. That will come later in the year, probably for a 400K 
brevet in March.

Eric N
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[RBW] New Rack for Monseiur Blériot

2014-01-27 Thread Eric Norris

Just got done installing a Velo Orange "Constructeur" rack on Monsieur Blériot:

http://www.flickr.com/photos/campyonlyguy/sets/72157640231227834/ 

The rack is nicely made of polished stainless steel, and mimics the appearance 
of the smallish racks often installed on classic randoneurring bikes. I plan to 
use it to carry extra gear on long brevets and an upcoming three-day ride.

Installation went smoothly, except for the part where I created a problem for 
myself by cutting the mounting tabs too short. A trip to a local bike shop and 
the hardware store later, and I was able to fashion some extenders to get the 
rack in the right place.

The small reflector on the back is held by a tiny bracket that in turn is held 
on the rack via a built-in mounting point. The reflector itself is an 
old-fashioned but new item from another project that never came to fruition.

With the rack in place, the only other addition I plan to make is to install a 
set of Magnic headlights. That will come later in the year, probably for a 400K 
brevet in March.

Eric N
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CampyOnlyGuy.blogspot.com
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[RBW] Re: My Bike Life Is Lacking

Excellent point on LCGing it (lowest common gear), Liesl, though I say so 
without intending the odd praising of myself roundabout through you. 
Sardonic grin. I anticipate I'll have a LOT of LCG on my various winter 
camping bikepacking trip that start in a few weeks. Yowza you needs a lot 
of stuff to be geared up for -30˚F!

With abandon,
Patrick

On Monday, January 27, 2014 9:15:53 AM UTC-7, Liesl wrote:
>
> Leah, walking a bike up a hill is just fine.  Holy moly, you should've 
> seen me huffing and puffing pushing the loaner Hunq up the foothills of Mt 
> Diablo when I went on the Riv S24O last spring.  At first I felt 
> embarressed because I couldn't even use any excuses like I'm a woman in my 
> 50's because there was Anne moving along spritely.  But then I moved into a 
> different headspace.  Perhaps Grant or Deacon Patrick was whispering in my 
> ear:  all rides are an opportunity; make up the rules so that you win; just 
> ride... and I found myself thinking, "Wow!  I can do this!  It doesn't 
> matter if I walk up a hill or through a really tricky part!  It's fun and 
> hard work!"  Plus everyone on the ride was so great at stopping at the top 
> of a hill to chat, take pictures, drink water, talk about the route, 
> whatever and oh by the way stay until I made it.
>
> I'm also like you in that I like to ride with a place in mind.  But I've 
> also found that going out wandering in a new place is fantastic.  I have a 
> Bike Friday that goes with me on work trips or vacations and I relish just 
> going out on it and seeing what I find.  Doesn't need to be far.  You might 
> also enjoy putting a hammock or a tiny camp chair on your Betty along with 
> some project you like (a book, knitting, carving, watercolors...) and have 
> that be your mission; skip the camp chair and do it at a coffee shop.  
> Makes a short ride really fun.
>
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Re: [RBW] Re: My Bike Life Is Lacking

2014-01-27 Thread LeahFoy

Well, today I set out on the school commute with fresh hopes and clear mind. 
Today was Lincoln's big debut of riding his 16 inch Specialized Hotrock bike 
solo. (He is usually hooked onto me via Trail-a-Bike.) I meant to appreciate 
the sensory experience, but I appreciated that none of us became road kill, 
instead! 

Ha! 
Leah

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[RBW] Sam Hillborne as tourer

2014-01-27 Thread Patrick Moore

More nice photos, this time of Sams, on the Blug. I am suprised to see the
Sam described as a touring bike, particularly this sentence:

We shouldn’t be pigeonholing Sam like this, but for the prospective
bike-shopper choosing options *in an established category*, we could say
it’s a “road touring bike.” And it does that *one* thing better than any
other bike we know of (we’ve tried ‘em all)


I thought the Atlantis was the model for touring. (Yes, I know that Riv is
trying to squeeze this beautiful round peg into a quotidian square hole.)

At any rate, there are nice photos of the Sam (including two with *Drop
Bars!* and *single top tubes!*) that make me a bit nostalgic for the 56 I
used to own. I didn't like the way it handled with a heavy rear load, but I
daresay that, with load better distributed fore/aft, it would have done
well.

(For the record, if you are going to build a Sam up as an upright city
bike, I *do* approve of a kickstand plate, though I would not want one on
my bike -- mine didn't have one.)

But as a "country bike" it was close to ideal; just not ideal for me, since
45 mm tires off road, around here, are just too skinny for my taste.

But it is *pretty* and, had I all the money in the world and a lot more
time to ride every bike I own, I'd have kept it. Certainly I would have
chosen it over the old 1958 Herse (nice as that was) that replaced it for a
year or so until I split the difference between Fargo and Ram.

Segwaying and swaying (in the metaphorical breeze): I took the '03 fixed
(70") out on the same climbing route today that I rode the 14-speed Ram
over yesterday. And although yesterday's ride used only these gears (in
order of use) -- 65, 70, 60, 50, 74 -- the 25" gap and a freewheel for
steep downhills makes one almost apologetic, it all becomes so easy. OTOH,
there is nothing in cycling life as fun/challenging/satisfying as pacing
yourself to stand on a 1 mile hill. (My climbs are steepish but modest in
length.) The '99 gofast, 75", is even more fun on the same route, but it
doesn't carry a load of mail or groceries.
-- 
Albuquerque, NM, USA

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RE: [RBW] Re: The Windsor Rides!

;-)

From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com 
[mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Hugh Smitham
Sent: Monday, January 27, 2014 1:09 PM
To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com
Subject: Re: [RBW] Re: The Windsor Rides!

Anyone seen Tom??

~Hugh

"Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving." -- 
Albert Einstein

http://velocipedemusings.blogspot.com/

On Mon, Jan 27, 2014 at 8:36 AM, Allingham II, Thomas J 
mailto:thomas.alling...@skadden.com>> wrote:
Not THAT inexpensive.  I think that's not all that much more than I paid for 
the Fuji S-10S I took to Europe in the summer of 1974, which was a very high 
quality (and even higher value!) bike.  IIRC, price was $195.  Carried me and 
gear all over England and France, while I attempted to find myself.  (Still 
looking.)

From: 
rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com 
[mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com]
 On Behalf Of Bill Lindsay
Sent: Monday, January 27, 2014 12:33 AM
To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com
Subject: Re: [RBW] Re: The Windsor Rides!

Sure, I'll use it for S24Os.  I think the bike probably cost about $150 in 1973.

On Sunday, January 26, 2014 7:10:46 PM UTC-8, hsmitham wrote:
Bill,

I find it interesting that this was an inexpensive bicycle...cause it looks 
outstanding. Curious you said IIRC that you planned using it for overnights?

~Hugh

"Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving." -- 
Albert Einstein

http://velocipedemusings.blogspot.com/

On Sun, Jan 26, 2014 at 5:34 PM, Bill Lindsay  wrote:

Thanks all.  I got the racks and fenders installed.  It is a lot of work doing 
this kind of integrated install.  The rear has no frame mounted stays.  It 
bolts on at the dropout and then bolts to the fender in two places.  The front 
attaches at the dropout, at the crown with a daruma, and to the rack platform.  
Now I'm ready for just about anything.  Except now that the fenders are fully 
fitted, now I get to take them back off for pinstriping!

On Thursday, January 23, 2014 10:22:19 PM UTC-8, grrlyrida wrote:
What a beautiful bike. You did such fine work. Inspires me to take some rust 
off my Bridgestone.

On Tuesday, January 21, 2014 9:29:48 PM UTC-8, Bill Lindsay wrote:

I got my pop's Windsor into rideable condition last night.  I rode it around 
the block and I'm extremely pleased so far.  The real highlight is that the 40 
year old Dia Compe centerpull brakes have extraordinary braking power.  I'm 
really really impressed.  It's not done in my mind until the racks and fenders 
are on, but getting it to rideable was a big step.  The racks ought to be in 
soon, maybe tomorrow, and then I'll be able to do the rack and fender install.  
Even without racks, the Saddlesack Medium fits, so this bike is S24O ready.  
It's full Alba-smile worthy.

Imperfection side story.  I was so thrilled how the bar tape looked with clear 
shellac.  I ran out of clear and rushed down to the hardware store.  They were 
down to their last can of clear, and that can was kind of banged up.  It had 
splatter and drips on it, but it seemed full when I shook it.  Whatever.  I 
bought it and have done a couple more coats of "clear".  It's looking more 
amber, and the one side that I first did with clear looks lighter than the side 
that got three coats of this tainted can.  Oh well, we're making memories (as 
my mom always says)!

Tons of Photos

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Re: [RBW] Re: My Bike Life Is Lacking

2014-01-27 Thread Jim Bronson

I walked my bike up a hill in the last 200K I did.  About 5 miles from the
end there is an absolute wall of a hill on Barton Creek Blvd.  Well I too
was wearing normal shoes so I got off and walked.  It was great!  No guilt
here!  I think the rules of brevets state that your cycle just has to be
human powered, and it was.  Once I got to the top of the hill I mounted my
bike and rode the last 5 miles.

I think I'm going to make a personal resolution to walk up any hill with a
grade over 15%.  Or should I say 12% ;)

-Jim


On Mon, Jan 27, 2014 at 2:18 PM, Joe Bernard  wrote:

> You make an excellent point, Liesl. I was riding my Bleriot up the
> last/steepest part home the other day, and suddenly looked down and noticed
> something: "I'm wearing running shoes!" The walk was nice :)
>
>
> On Monday, January 27, 2014 8:15:53 AM UTC-8, Liesl wrote:
>>
>> Leah, walking a bike up a hill is just fine.  Holy moly, you should've
>> seen me huffing and puffing pushing the loaner Hunq up the foothills of Mt
>> Diablo when I went on the Riv S24O last spring.  At first I felt
>> embarressed because I couldn't even use any excuses like I'm a woman in my
>> 50's because there was Anne moving along spritely.  But then I moved into a
>> different headspace.  Perhaps Grant or Deacon Patrick was whispering in my
>> ear:  all rides are an opportunity; make up the rules so that you win; just
>> ride... and I found myself thinking, "Wow!  I can do this!  It doesn't
>> matter if I walk up a hill or through a really tricky part!  It's fun and
>> hard work!"  Plus everyone on the ride was so great at stopping at the top
>> of a hill to chat, take pictures, drink water, talk about the route,
>> whatever and oh by the way stay until I made it.
>>
>> I'm also like you in that I like to ride with a place in mind.  But I've
>> also found that going out wandering in a new place is fantastic.  I have a
>> Bike Friday that goes with me on work trips or vacations and I relish just
>> going out on it and seeing what I find.  Doesn't need to be far.  You might
>> also enjoy putting a hammock or a tiny camp chair on your Betty along with
>> some project you like (a book, knitting, carving, watercolors...) and have
>> that be your mission; skip the camp chair and do it at a coffee shop.
>> Makes a short ride really fun.
>>
>> best of luck and oh by the way I love this listserv
>>
>> RCW
>>
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[RBW] Re: My Bike Life Is Lacking

You make an excellent point, Liesl. I was riding my Bleriot up the 
last/steepest part home the other day, and suddenly looked down and noticed 
something: "I'm wearing running shoes!" The walk was nice :)

On Monday, January 27, 2014 8:15:53 AM UTC-8, Liesl wrote:
>
> Leah, walking a bike up a hill is just fine.  Holy moly, you should've 
> seen me huffing and puffing pushing the loaner Hunq up the foothills of Mt 
> Diablo when I went on the Riv S24O last spring.  At first I felt 
> embarressed because I couldn't even use any excuses like I'm a woman in my 
> 50's because there was Anne moving along spritely.  But then I moved into a 
> different headspace.  Perhaps Grant or Deacon Patrick was whispering in my 
> ear:  all rides are an opportunity; make up the rules so that you win; just 
> ride... and I found myself thinking, "Wow!  I can do this!  It doesn't 
> matter if I walk up a hill or through a really tricky part!  It's fun and 
> hard work!"  Plus everyone on the ride was so great at stopping at the top 
> of a hill to chat, take pictures, drink water, talk about the route, 
> whatever and oh by the way stay until I made it.
>
> I'm also like you in that I like to ride with a place in mind.  But I've 
> also found that going out wandering in a new place is fantastic.  I have a 
> Bike Friday that goes with me on work trips or vacations and I relish just 
> going out on it and seeing what I find.  Doesn't need to be far.  You might 
> also enjoy putting a hammock or a tiny camp chair on your Betty along with 
> some project you like (a book, knitting, carving, watercolors...) and have 
> that be your mission; skip the camp chair and do it at a coffee shop.  
> Makes a short ride really fun.
>
> best of luck and oh by the way I love this listserv
>
> RCW
>

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[RBW] Re: Cheviot!?

2014-01-27 Thread BSWP

What Grant calls "rough around the edges... in a way that adds to its 
humility" (paraphrasing) is what my Italian family members call "malfatti." 
Taken literally, it means roughly-hewn, but in practice it's a loving term 
bestowed on something made by hand (wine, furniture, even tonight's dinner) 
that has, maybe, some rough edges but is in an overall sense delicious and 
attractive.

If the Cheviot has those qualities, then all the better. I think it's a 
beautiful bike.

- Andrew, Berkeley

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Re: [RBW] Re: The Windsor Rides!

2014-01-27 Thread Hugh Smitham

Anyone seen Tom??

~Hugh

"Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep
moving." -- Albert Einstein

http://velocipedemusings.blogspot.com/




On Mon, Jan 27, 2014 at 8:36 AM, Allingham II, Thomas J <
thomas.alling...@skadden.com> wrote:

>  Not THAT inexpensive.  I think that's not all that much more than I paid
> for the Fuji S-10S I took to Europe in the summer of 1974, which was a very
> high quality (and even higher value!) bike.  IIRC, price was $195.  Carried
> me and gear all over England and France, while I attempted to find myself.
> (Still looking.)
>
>
>
> *From:* rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:
> rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] *On Behalf Of *Bill Lindsay
> *Sent:* Monday, January 27, 2014 12:33 AM
> *To:* rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com
> *Subject:* Re: [RBW] Re: The Windsor Rides!
>
>
>
> Sure, I'll use it for S24Os.  I think the bike probably cost about $150 in
> 1973.
>
> On Sunday, January 26, 2014 7:10:46 PM UTC-8, hsmitham wrote:
>
> Bill,
>
>
>
> I find it interesting that this was an inexpensive bicycle...cause it
> looks outstanding. Curious you said IIRC that you planned using it for
> overnights?
>
>
>   ~Hugh
>
> "Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep
> moving." -- Albert Einstein
>
>
>
> http://velocipedemusings.blogspot.com/
>
>
>
>
>
> On Sun, Jan 26, 2014 at 5:34 PM, Bill Lindsay  wrote:
>
>
>
> Thanks all.  I got the racks and fenders installed.  It is a lot of work
> doing this kind of integrated install.  The rear has no frame mounted
> stays.  It bolts on at the dropout and then bolts to the fender in two
> places.  The front attaches at the dropout, at the crown with a daruma, and
> to the rack platform.  Now I'm ready for just about anything.  Except now
> that the fenders are fully fitted, now I get to take them back off for
> pinstriping!
>
>  
>
>  
>
>
>
>
>
>
> On Thursday, January 23, 2014 10:22:19 PM UTC-8, grrlyrida wrote:
>
>  What a beautiful bike. You did such fine work. Inspires me to take some
> rust off my Bridgestone.
>
> On Tuesday, January 21, 2014 9:29:48 PM UTC-8, Bill Lindsay wrote:
>
>
>
> I got my pop's Windsor into rideable condition last night.  I rode it
> around the block and I'm extremely pleased so far.  The real highlight is
> that the 40 year old Dia Compe centerpull brakes have extraordinary braking
> power.  I'm really really impressed.  It's not done in my mind until the
> racks and fenders are on, but getting it to rideable was a big step.  The
> racks ought to be in soon, maybe tomorrow, and then I'll be able to do the
> rack and fender install.  Even without racks, the Saddlesack Medium fits,
> so this bike is S24O ready.  It's full Alba-smile worthy.
>
> Imperfection side story.  I was so thrilled how the bar tape looked with
> clear shellac.  I ran out of clear and rushed down to the hardware store.
> They were down to their last can of clear, and that can was kind of banged
> up.  It had splatter and drips on it, but it seemed full when I shook it.
> Whatever.  I bought it and have done a couple more coats of "clear".  It's
> looking more amber, and the one side that I first did with clear looks
> lighter than the side that got three coats of this tainted can.  Oh well,
> we're making memories (as my mom always says)!
>
>
>
> *Tons of Photos*
>
>
>
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[RBW] Schmidt SON hub VIBRATIONS!

2014-01-27 Thread Minh

Are you sure it's tightened down and firmly in the dropouts?  I've had this 
when it's misaligned or loose. 

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Re: [RBW] Re: The Windsor Rides!

"while I attempted to find myself.  (Still looking.)"

Sure, as long as you keep enjoying the search, who cares if you haven't 
found it yet?  

Bill who-at-44-is-still-wondering-what-he-wants-to-be-when-he-grows-up 
Lindsay

On Monday, January 27, 2014 8:36:25 AM UTC-8, Pudge wrote:
>
>  Not THAT inexpensive.  I think that’s not all that much more than I paid 
> for the Fuji S-10S I took to Europe in the summer of 1974, which was a very 
> high quality (and even higher value!) bike.  IIRC, price was $195.  Carried 
> me and gear all over England and France, while I attempted to find myself.  
> (Still looking.) 
>
>  
>
> *From:* rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com  [mailto:
> rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com ] *On Behalf Of *Bill Lindsay
> *Sent:* Monday, January 27, 2014 12:33 AM
> *To:* rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com 
> *Subject:* Re: [RBW] Re: The Windsor Rides!
>
>  
>  
> Sure, I'll use it for S24Os.  I think the bike probably cost about $150 in 
> 1973.  
>
> On Sunday, January 26, 2014 7:10:46 PM UTC-8, hsmitham wrote:
>  
> Bill,
>  
>  
>  
> I find it interesting that this was an inexpensive bicycle...cause it 
> looks outstanding. Curious you said IIRC that you planned using it for 
> overnights?
>   
>
>   ~Hugh
>
> “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep 
> moving.” ― Albert Einstein
>  
>  
>  
> http://velocipedemusings.blogspot.com/
>  
>  
>   
>  
>  
> On Sun, Jan 26, 2014 at 5:34 PM, Bill Lindsay  wrote:
>  
>  
>
> Thanks all.  I got the racks and fenders installed.  It is a lot of work 
> doing this kind of integrated install.  The rear has no frame mounted 
> stays.  It bolts on at the dropout and then bolts to the fender in two 
> places.  The front attaches at the dropout, at the crown with a daruma, and 
> to the rack platform.  Now I'm ready for just about anything.  Except now 
> that the fenders are fully fitted, now I get to take them back off for 
> pinstriping!  
>
> 
>
> 
>  
>  
>
>
>
>
> On Thursday, January 23, 2014 10:22:19 PM UTC-8, grrlyrida wrote:
>  
> What a beautiful bike. You did such fine work. Inspires me to take some 
> rust off my Bridgestone.
>
> On Tuesday, January 21, 2014 9:29:48 PM UTC-8, Bill Lindsay wrote:
>  
>  
>
> I got my pop's Windsor into rideable condition last night.  I rode it 
> around the block and I'm extremely pleased so far.  The real highlight is 
> that the 40 year old Dia Compe centerpull brakes have extraordinary braking 
> power.  I'm really really impressed.  It's not done in my mind until the 
> racks and fenders are on, but getting it to rideable was a big step.  The 
> racks ought to be in soon, maybe tomorrow, and then I'll be able to do the 
> rack and fender install.  Even without racks, the Saddlesack Medium fits, 
> so this bike is S24O ready.  It's full Alba-smile worthy.
>
> Imperfection side story.  I was so thrilled how the bar tape looked with 
> clear shellac.  I ran out of clear and rushed down to the hardware store.  
> They were down to their last can of clear, and that can was kind of banged 
> up.  It had splatter and drips on it, but it seemed full when I shook it.  
> Whatever.  I bought it and have done a couple more coats of "clear".  It's 
> looking more amber, and the one side that I first did with clear looks 
> lighter than the side that got three coats of this tainted can.  Oh well, 
> we're making memories (as my mom always says)!  
>
>  
>
> *Tons of Photos*
>
>  
>
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Re: [RBW] SoCal February S240 poll.

2014-01-27 Thread cyclotour...@gmail.com

They go wonderfully with pan-galactic gargle blasters!

On Monday, January 27, 2014 8:26:30 AM UTC-8, Leslie wrote:
>
> Or your babelfish...   got any peanuts?
>
>
>
> On Monday, January 27, 2014 12:21:04 AM UTC-5, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote:
>>
>> Don't leave home without one. 
>>
>> Oh wait, I think that's a towel.
>>
>> Cheers,
>> David
>>
>> "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal
>>
>>
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[RBW] FS: Dia-Compe BRS Aero Road Brake Lever Set

2014-01-27 Thread chris

*Dia-Compe BRS Aero Road Brake Lever Set AGC 251. 

 
*
Minor scratches 
Black Hoods in excellent shape (Including an extra set NIP) 
Ferrules, clips, mounting instructions included 
$30 (shipping included) 

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RE: [RBW] Re: Cheviot!?

Riv sells long rack stays in a variety of lengths and shapes, up to 42cm.  But 
I mounted a Tubus rear rack to my Mystery Bike (which has  ~54cm chainstays) 
using the stock rackstays – maxed out, but solid nevertheless.  No noticeably 
greater flex.  But the weight does end up a long way back on the bike, which 
can generate some shimmy at the right speed, no hands.  Here:  
http://www.flickr.com/photos/37542512@N04/8176153179/in/set-72157630957672582/


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Subject: [RBW] Re: Cheviot!?

So are there any plans to make bigger racks and bags to put on these bikes with 
bigger chain stays?
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[RBW] Schmidt SON hub VIBRATIONS!

2014-01-27 Thread Christopher Mungioli

I have had a schmidt SON 28 hub on my bike for a little over a year now, 
and until the other day there had never been a problem.  I loved it, the 
light is so bright and hassle free, no batteries and everything so 
wonderful. 

Then last night on my way home I noticed a low pitched vibrating noise 
coming from my front wheel.  Though it was the tire rubbing on the fender 
stays or something, and finally took the hole thing apart and put it back 
together, and it still vibrated, like a pitch fork (only noise no movement 
in the bars or anything). 

Even attached the wheel with the fenders and everything taken off and it 
still made a vibrating noise.  

Anyone ever had something like this happen before?  Any ideas on how to fix 
it?  

Thanks

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[RBW] Re: FS: Pass&Stow Porteur Rack and Freight Baggage Porteur Rack Bag

2014-01-27 Thread Jim Schwappach

Basically I don't anymore.

Kids and work.

Kids and their schedules have put a greater emphasis on getting things done 
when I can, rather than taking the time to ride around for shopping, 
errands, etc.

Biggest thing though is my work schedule and timing changed right after I 
bought them, making it impractical for me to ride into work--I used the 
rack and bag for carrying lunch and other smaller items on my commute.

Regardless--I'm not getting the usage out of the rack and bag.  Hoping 
somebody else can put them to better use.





On Sunday, January 26, 2014 7:22:20 PM UTC-8, hsmitham wrote:
>
> Curious what has changed about your riding habits? 
>
> ~Hugh
>
> On Friday, January 24, 2014 10:39:46 AM UTC-8, Jim Schwappach wrote:
>>
>> I bought both of these items new about a year ago for my 58cm AHH.  
>> Worked like a charm, but my cycling habits changed soon after I bought them 
>> so both are in pristine, like-new condition.
>>
>> Rack includes optional non-drive side light post and one Gino light 
>> mount; along with all mounting hardware.  Price new: $329.  Asking 
>> $300+shipping.
>>
>> Bag is roll-top, designed specifically for the P&S rack.  Black exterior, 
>> red vinyl interior.  Comes with shoulder strap.  Price new: $225.  Asking 
>> $200+shipping.
>>
>> If you'd like them both, bundled price is $475+shipping.
>>
>> I can also meet SF Bay area buyers at a BART or Muni station in SF.
>>
>> Call at 707-364-5601 for more details and/or pictures.
>>
>>
>>

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Re: [RBW] Any kindred spirits in Connecticut?

2014-01-27 Thread Ted Shwartz

Tim

We have a few Riv’s in our club, the NBW which has Sunday rides all year 
long in RI, Eastern CT, and SE Mass.

I ride a QB fixed, and my wife a Saluki (although to be honest she is a 
warm weather rider). There are a few Ram’s too

Regards
Ted

On Jan 26, 2014, at 8:23 PM, Tim  wrote:

> So I've been working in CT now for a year and a half. I'm in the New Haven 
> area and except for one charity ride this fall all of my riding has been 
> solo. Even though I've ridden quite a lot I've put on weight and am in the 
> process of taking it off. That's going well but I've decided some goals will 
> help me stay focused so I'm planning on some brevets on Long Island. I'm 
> going for a 200k and 300k in May. Maybe I'll go for more after that. Anyway, 
> I'd really like to join some other Riv owners this spring. It doesn't have to 
> be "training" rides or even long distance but that would be fine too. 
> Training, rambles, trails...any and all would be great. I have a Homer and a 
> Hunqapillar with me so...how about it? If there's no one close any route 
> suggestions would be welcomed. Peace!
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[RBW] Re: Cheviot!?

2014-01-27 Thread Christopher Mungioli

So are there any plans to make bigger racks and bags to put on these bikes 
with bigger chain stays?  

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RE: [RBW] Paddle-to-the-Sea

I believe Grant recommended the Paddle-to-the-Sea video a while back in a Blug 
entry (or maybe pre-Blug).  It's great.

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To: Rivendell Owners Rivendell Owners Group
Subject: [RBW] Paddle-to-the-Sea

My wife discovered and bought a book I read once in elementary school and then 
in faded into the mist but stuck with me in ways the great stories do after 
even one telling. Paddle-to-the-Sea exemplifies the spirit of Rivendell, as 
least as I experience it. It is a joy to get to share it with my kids.

It has a spirit of creation and craftsmanship, wild adventure, long waylays, 
seeming destruction turned to renewal and unexpected help for the helpless, 
ardent adventurer on a noble quest, and selfless love and giving of strangers 
crossing paths for brief periods, both the better for the encounter.

In case you know it and it was also lost in the mist, here is a reminder.

http://www.amazon.com/Paddle-Sea-Sandpiper-Books/dp/0395292034/ref=sr_1_3?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1390774861&sr=1-3&keywords=paddle

With abandon,
Patrick

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RE: [RBW] Re: The Windsor Rides!

Not THAT inexpensive.  I think that’s not all that much more than I paid for 
the Fuji S-10S I took to Europe in the summer of 1974, which was a very high 
quality (and even higher value!) bike.  IIRC, price was $195.  Carried me and 
gear all over England and France, while I attempted to find myself.  (Still 
looking.)

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To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com
Subject: Re: [RBW] Re: The Windsor Rides!

Sure, I'll use it for S24Os.  I think the bike probably cost about $150 in 1973.

On Sunday, January 26, 2014 7:10:46 PM UTC-8, hsmitham wrote:
Bill,

I find it interesting that this was an inexpensive bicycle...cause it looks 
outstanding. Curious you said IIRC that you planned using it for overnights?

~Hugh

“Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― 
Albert Einstein

http://velocipedemusings.blogspot.com/

On Sun, Jan 26, 2014 at 5:34 PM, Bill Lindsay > 
wrote:

Thanks all.  I got the racks and fenders installed.  It is a lot of work doing 
this kind of integrated install.  The rear has no frame mounted stays.  It 
bolts on at the dropout and then bolts to the fender in two places.  The front 
attaches at the dropout, at the crown with a daruma, and to the rack platform.  
Now I'm ready for just about anything.  Except now that the fenders are fully 
fitted, now I get to take them back off for pinstriping!

On Thursday, January 23, 2014 10:22:19 PM UTC-8, grrlyrida wrote:
What a beautiful bike. You did such fine work. Inspires me to take some rust 
off my Bridgestone.

On Tuesday, January 21, 2014 9:29:48 PM UTC-8, Bill Lindsay wrote:

I got my pop's Windsor into rideable condition last night.  I rode it around 
the block and I'm extremely pleased so far.  The real highlight is that the 40 
year old Dia Compe centerpull brakes have extraordinary braking power.  I'm 
really really impressed.  It's not done in my mind until the racks and fenders 
are on, but getting it to rideable was a big step.  The racks ought to be in 
soon, maybe tomorrow, and then I'll be able to do the rack and fender install.  
Even without racks, the Saddlesack Medium fits, so this bike is S24O ready.  
It's full Alba-smile worthy.

Imperfection side story.  I was so thrilled how the bar tape looked with clear 
shellac.  I ran out of clear and rushed down to the hardware store.  They were 
down to their last can of clear, and that can was kind of banged up.  It had 
splatter and drips on it, but it seemed full when I shook it.  Whatever.  I 
bought it and have done a couple more coats of "clear".  It's looking more 
amber, and the one side that I first did with clear looks lighter than the side 
that got three coats of this tainted can.  Oh well, we're making memories (as 
my mom always says)!

Tons of Photos

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[RBW] Re: My Bike Life Is Lacking

2014-01-27 Thread Ron Mc

Grant said it, and my all-time favorite quote - "You can be a biathlete."  

On Monday, January 27, 2014 10:15:53 AM UTC-6, Liesl wrote:
>
> Leah, walking a bike up a hill is just fine.  Holy moly, you should've 
> seen me huffing and puffing pushing the loaner Hunq up the foothills of Mt 
> Diablo when I went on the Riv S24O last spring.  At first I felt 
> embarressed because I couldn't even use any excuses like I'm a woman in my 
> 50's because there was Anne moving along spritely.  But then I moved into a 
> different headspace.  Perhaps Grant or Deacon Patrick was whispering in my 
> ear:  all rides are an opportunity; make up the rules so that you win; just 
> ride... and I found myself thinking, "Wow!  I can do this!  It doesn't 
> matter if I walk up a hill or through a really tricky part!  It's fun and 
> hard work!"  Plus everyone on the ride was so great at stopping at the top 
> of a hill to chat, take pictures, drink water, talk about the route, 
> whatever and oh by the way stay until I made it.
>
> I'm also like you in that I like to ride with a place in mind.  But I've 
> also found that going out wandering in a new place is fantastic.  I have a 
> Bike Friday that goes with me on work trips or vacations and I relish just 
> going out on it and seeing what I find.  Doesn't need to be far.  You might 
> also enjoy putting a hammock or a tiny camp chair on your Betty along with 
> some project you like (a book, knitting, carving, watercolors...) and have 
> that be your mission; skip the camp chair and do it at a coffee shop.  
> Makes a short ride really fun.
>
> best of luck and oh by the way I love this listserv
>
> RCW
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Re: [RBW] SoCal February S240 poll.

2014-01-27 Thread Leslie

Or your babelfish...   got any peanuts?



On Monday, January 27, 2014 12:21:04 AM UTC-5, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote:
>
> Don't leave home without one. 
>
> Oh wait, I think that's a towel.
>
> Cheers,
> David
>
> "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal
>
>
>
>
>
> On Sun, Jan 26, 2014 at 9:14 PM, Hugh Smitham 
> > wrote:
>
>> If a hatchet there will be then you better haul it out West.
>>
>> ~Hugh
>>
>> “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep 
>> moving.” ― Albert Einstein
>>
>> http://velocipedemusings.blogspot.com/
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> On Sun, Jan 26, 2014 at 9:13 PM, cyclotourist 
>> 
>> > wrote:
>>
>>> Better re-think your agenda!
>>>
>>> Cheers,
>>> David
>>>
>>> "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> On Sun, Jan 26, 2014 at 9:10 PM, Hugh Smitham 
>>> 
>>> > wrote:
>>>
 Oh did I leave those out? 

 ~Hugh

 “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep 
 moving.” ― Albert Einstein

 http://velocipedemusings.blogspot.com/




 On Sun, Jan 26, 2014 at 9:08 PM, cyclotourist 
 
 > wrote:

> "Bikes, beers and books are on the agenda and good food is a must."
>
> Sorry, if hatchets aren't an integral to this, I don't think I can be 
> a part of it.
>
> Cheers,
> David
>
> "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal
>
>
>
>
>
> On Sun, Jan 26, 2014 at 8:12 PM, hsmitham 
> > wrote:
>
>>  Hello Riders,
>>
>> Sending out this poll to see if any of your are interested in a 
>> February S240 in the bucolic Ojai area. Plans are for a gentle Man/Woman 
>> 's 
>> leisurely ride from Ventura, Ca up the bike path to Ojai and camp at any 
>> number of campgrounds in the vicinityTBD. One thing is certain that 
>> Bikes, 
>> beers and books are on the agenda and good food is a must.
>>
>> I'm working on the unofficial S240 a month club and this will be my 
>> second of the year...a post of January's adventure will be coming and 
>> after 
>> such an epic one I thought it'd be nice to dial down the epic with a 
>> dose 
>> of country leisure. The point here is if it doesn't work for ya all it's 
>> no 
>> big deal as I'll have a back up solo one planned...hey it's the Boy 
>> Scout 
>> in me "always be prepared". 
>>
>> Thanks to Curtis McKinzie for forwarding the blog 
>> pathlesspedaled
>>  which 
>> helped loads in coming up with an easy peasy overnight.
>>
>> *Note:* *If your a lurking and don't own a Rivendell currently and 
>> have nothing planned on the dates no big deal! Just chime in and come 
>> along 
>> for the fun.*
>>
>> Here is the Poll  the dates are 
>> what are available for me and the times are arrival times per Amtrak 
>> Surfliner.
>>
>> As always I hope to see you all and keep the rubber side down.
>>
>> ~Hugh
>>
>> “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep 
>> moving.” ― Albert Einstein
>>
>> http://velocipedemusings.blogspot.com/
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[RBW] Re: My Bike Life Is Lacking

Leah, walking a bike up a hill is just fine.  Holy moly, you should've seen 
me huffing and puffing pushing the loaner Hunq up the foothills of Mt 
Diablo when I went on the Riv S24O last spring.  At first I felt 
embarressed because I couldn't even use any excuses like I'm a woman in my 
50's because there was Anne moving along spritely.  But then I moved into a 
different headspace.  Perhaps Grant or Deacon Patrick was whispering in my 
ear:  all rides are an opportunity; make up the rules so that you win; just 
ride... and I found myself thinking, "Wow!  I can do this!  It doesn't 
matter if I walk up a hill or through a really tricky part!  It's fun and 
hard work!"  Plus everyone on the ride was so great at stopping at the top 
of a hill to chat, take pictures, drink water, talk about the route, 
whatever and oh by the way stay until I made it.

I'm also like you in that I like to ride with a place in mind.  But I've 
also found that going out wandering in a new place is fantastic.  I have a 
Bike Friday that goes with me on work trips or vacations and I relish just 
going out on it and seeing what I find.  Doesn't need to be far.  You might 
also enjoy putting a hammock or a tiny camp chair on your Betty along with 
some project you like (a book, knitting, carving, watercolors...) and have 
that be your mission; skip the camp chair and do it at a coffee shop.  
Makes a short ride really fun.

best of luck and oh by the way I love this listserv

RCW

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[RBW] Re: Saddle Tattoos and Hot Chocolate!

Wise words, Manny.  And now I need to know about all the wood burning!  Are 
the saddles "wood" burned too?  My cheap wood burner crapped out in New 
Zealand, and now I'm fixin' to get a non-crappy one.  Hadn't thought about 
saddles  And plus I need one of those BB&H  patches!  

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Re: [RBW] Re: Atlantis w/ some fatties!

Knobbies in the snow are a beautiful thing!

With abandon,
Patrick

On Sunday, January 26, 2014 10:21:26 PM UTC-7, Tony DeFilippo wrote:
>
> http://dr2dc.blogspot.com/2014/01/national-mall-snow-ride.html
>
> Certainly not a definitive 'test', but each time I'm out w/ these 2.1" 
> tires I'm loving them more.  The National Mall has a crushed stone walkway 
> going down either side of it and my wife and I took a very leisurely and 
> relatively short ramble w/ the knobby-tired-bikes this morning.  I wanted 
> to play in the snow a bit but also keep the exposure to the cold brief 
> enough that I'd get her company.  Great time all around.  We warmed up in 
> the US Botanic Garden taking in the warmth, humidity and gorgeous greenness 
> that we are definitely lacking this time of year in DC.  I'm primed to ride 
> most of the week for my commute after lying low last week.  Can't wait to 
> get back in the saddle!
>
> Tony
>
>

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Re: [RBW] Re: The Windsor Rides!

That's a LOT more than a Rivendell cost back then. Grin.

With abandon,
Patrick

On Sunday, January 26, 2014 10:32:37 PM UTC-7, Bill Lindsay wrote:
>
> Sure, I'll use it for S24Os.  I think the bike probably cost about $150 in 
> 1973.  
>
> On Sunday, January 26, 2014 7:10:46 PM UTC-8, hsmitham wrote:
>>
>> Bill,
>>
>> I find it interesting that this was an inexpensive bicycle...cause it 
>> looks outstanding. Curious you said IIRC that you planned using it for 
>> overnights?
>>
>> ~Hugh
>>
>> “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep 
>> moving.” ― Albert Einstein
>>
>> http://velocipedemusings.blogspot.com/
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> On Sun, Jan 26, 2014 at 5:34 PM, Bill Lindsay  wrote:
>>
>>>
>>> Thanks all.  I got the racks and fenders installed.  It is a lot of work 
>>> doing this kind of integrated install.  The rear has no frame mounted 
>>> stays.  It bolts on at the dropout and then bolts to the fender in two 
>>> places.  The front attaches at the dropout, at the crown with a daruma, and 
>>> to the rack platform.  Now I'm ready for just about anything.  Except now 
>>> that the fenders are fully fitted, now I get to take them back off for 
>>> pinstriping!  
>>>
>>> 
>>>
>>> 
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> On Thursday, January 23, 2014 10:22:19 PM UTC-8, grrlyrida wrote:

 What a beautiful bike. You did such fine work. Inspires me to take some 
 rust off my Bridgestone.

 On Tuesday, January 21, 2014 9:29:48 PM UTC-8, Bill Lindsay wrote:
>
>
> I got my pop's Windsor into rideable condition last night.  I rode it 
> around the block and I'm extremely pleased so far.  The real highlight is 
> that the 40 year old Dia Compe centerpull brakes have extraordinary 
> braking 
> power.  I'm really really impressed.  It's not done in my mind until the 
> racks and fenders are on, but getting it to rideable was a big step.  The 
> racks ought to be in soon, maybe tomorrow, and then I'll be able to do 
> the 
> rack and fender install.  Even without racks, the Saddlesack Medium fits, 
> so this bike is S24O ready.  It's full Alba-smile worthy.
>
> Imperfection side story.  I was so thrilled how the bar tape looked 
> with clear shellac.  I ran out of clear and rushed down to the hardware 
> store.  They were down to their last can of clear, and that can was kind 
> of 
> banged up.  It had splatter and drips on it, but it seemed full when I 
> shook it.  Whatever.  I bought it and have done a couple more coats of 
> "clear".  It's looking more amber, and the one side that I first did with 
> clear looks lighter than the side that got three coats of this tainted 
> can.  Oh well, we're making memories (as my mom always says)!  
>
> 
>
>
> Tons of 
> Photos
>
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[RBW] Re: Anyone looking for a 52 Betty? This on the SF CL