[RBW] FS: 52cm Alu Bosco

[Beth]

Mounted..ridden a day..removed..back into the plastic sleeve!

$75firm..I'll pay shipping.

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Re: [RBW] Re: 26" Tire Suggestions?

[Michael Ullmer]

What kind of Schwalbes are they? How wide are they? Slick or knobby? Thanks!


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> i have an extra set of schwalbes to sell
> never mounted if you want them
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[RBW] 26" Tire Suggestions?

[Beth]

Meant 44s.

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[RBW] 26" Tire Suggestions?

[Beth]

I just put Compass 26 x1.75s (38s) on my Riv Betty Foy and I really love them. 
They replaced Schwalbe Marathons

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Re: [RBW] Cheviot's poppy picture

[cyclotourist]

Not mine, but some great bike/floral arrangement photos I ran across:

https://www.flickr.com/photos/ecovelo/4450388053/in/set-72157622323619756

https://www.flickr.com/photos/ecovelo/5501122370/in/set-72157622323619756

https://www.flickr.com/photos/ecovelo/8645853719/in/set-72157622323619756

California poppies + Rivendells seem to work out pretty well!

Cheers,
David

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> Your bike is BEAUTIFUL. Better than a Cheviot!
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[RBW] Re: Using my Sam as a commuter

[Mike On A Bike]

In the spirit of discussing the beautility of bikes, I thought this bunch 
might appreciate Ivan Illich on 
Cars. 
Hooray for the supreme efficiency of human-powered transport!

On Wednesday, April 9, 2014 6:28:08 AM UTC-4, blakcloud wrote:
>
> This weeks experiment, well maybe the next two weeks, will be using my Sam 
> Hillborne as a commuter. I built the bike up as a leisurely Sunday bike to 
> ride with my wife though I started thinking the bike could do more. 
>
> I was inspired by a thread last year "Could you own one bike?" The answer 
> for me was no, but I could trim down the number of bikes I own. I want to 
> minimize and plus I don't have room as I live in a condo and bike parking 
> has become an issue.
>
> There hasn't been a lot of talk about using Riv's as commuters on this 
> board and even Rivendell doesn't seem to push the commuting aspect for 
> their bikes. The Sam to me, might make a good commuter. My commutes are 60 
> minutes each way, so nothing drastic. It is set up with Albatross's and a 
> Brooks B67, plus the required basket and Mark's rack. The bike currently 
> has Hetre's but I think I will use a pair of Marathons that I also own. I 
> will pick up SKS Longboards today and if the experiment works, a new dynamo 
> front wheel will be built. Ninety five percent of my cycling is commuting 
> so I really need to like the bike I ride. I am hoping the Sam will fit that 
> bill. 
>
>
>
>  
>
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Re: [RBW] Cheviot's poppy picture

[LeahFoy]

Your bike is BEAUTIFUL. Better than a Cheviot!

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[RBW] FS pricing assistance S&S couplers

[Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery]

Somewhere out there is a buyer for whom this bike is exactly what he or she 
wants. That person will happily pay your most optimistic selling price. I'd 
start there.

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[RBW] FT 56cm Trek and RB-1

[Jason Leach]

I have two bike frames that are slightly taller than I want to ride right
now.  A blue Trek 510 that swallows up 700x35c tires with ease and a 1993
red RB-1 with the sloping crown fork. Both are 56cm models.  The frames
have plenty of cosmetic beausage but are in excellent condition otherwise.
I would love to trade one, or both frames for something 54cm with 700c
wheel size.  A single speed that can take fat rubber and fenders maybe? (to
tide me over until I find 54cm Quickbeam or "custombeam")

 Email offlist with offers
Thanks.
Jason
SF,CA

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Re: [RBW] Cheviot's poppy picture

[grrlyrida]

Thanks David,

I think the stupid flower pic is beautiful. It looks local in SoCal. Love 
your bike too!

On Saturday, April 12, 2014 6:50:41 PM UTC-7, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote:
>
> https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/10252787755
>
> https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/4630014620
>
> :-)
>
> Cheers,
> David
>
> "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal
>
>
>
>
>
> On Sat, Apr 12, 2014 at 6:49 PM, cyclotourist 
> 
> > wrote:
>
>> That's such a GREAT looking bike in any location!!! 
>>
>> Cheers,
>> David
>>
>> "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> On Sat, Apr 12, 2014 at 6:43 PM, grrlyrida 
>> > wrote:
>>
>>> 
>>> I think Rivbike's Cheviot poppy photo is one the prettiest pictures I've 
>>> seen on their site (that's a lot of "P's"). When I visited my mom up in 
>>> Santa Ynez Valley, I stopped by La Purisma Mission and saw a field of 
>>> poppies. I couldn't resist snapping a photo of my bike in a poppy field a 
>>> la Cheviot style. As you've noticed, I don't shy away from color.
>>>
>>>  Anyone else inspired by poppies or flowers in the spring for bike photo 
>>> opportunities?
>>>
>>> Ness
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[RBW] fs: TWO pairs of 650b tires!!!

[Eric]

Okay so the quest for the "perfect" 650b tire for my Saluki has led me down 
a long & expensive path. So in order to raise money for my next pair of 
tires I'd like to sell this gaggle!

I have two (2) pairs of 650b tires that I would like to sell as a lot. 

Here's the rundown:

1) Schwalbe Marathon GreenGuard HS420 - 650bx42 - Lightly used but in 
AMAZING condition! 
2) NiftySwifty Wire 650B x 33.5 - Just bought them & rode them around the 
block!

One pair is too narror for my tastes, the other is too "ballon-ish" for my 
tastes. $100 shipped. Photos upon request

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[RBW] Re: cork grips - shellac vs. spar varnish

[Philip Williamson]

Thanks. Your pictures of the varnished grips are the best looking cork grips 
I've seen.

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[RBW] Re: Albastache conversion Complete!

[Dennis Hogan]

Patrick
+1 on the orange tape, twine and hoods - absolutely awesome! How many 
layers of tape, any padding under?
Dennis in PDX

On Saturday, April 12, 2014 1:56:09 PM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote:
>
> Thanks to you all, your knowledge, suggestions, and various parts the 
> conversion to Albastache is complete! I got to do a few extra jobs beyond 
> what I thought, but handled them all better than I would have thought 
> because of the newly fortified Hobbit Hole/stow-away-workshop.
>
> Thank you for all your help!
>
> Pictures: https://www.flickr.com/photos/32311885@N07/13806244434/
>
> With abandon,
> Patrick
>
> *www.MindYourHeadCoop.org *
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Re: [RBW] Cheviot's poppy picture

[cyclotourist]

https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/10252787755

https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/4630014620

:-)

Cheers,
David

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On Sat, Apr 12, 2014 at 6:49 PM, cyclotourist wrote:

> That's such a GREAT looking bike in any location!!!
>
> Cheers,
> David
>
> "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal
>
>
>
>
>
> On Sat, Apr 12, 2014 at 6:43 PM, grrlyrida  wrote:
>
>> 
>> I think Rivbike's Cheviot poppy photo is one the prettiest pictures I've
>> seen on their site (that's a lot of "P's"). When I visited my mom up in
>> Santa Ynez Valley, I stopped by La Purisma Mission and saw a field of
>> poppies. I couldn't resist snapping a photo of my bike in a poppy field a
>> la Cheviot style. As you've noticed, I don't shy away from color.
>>
>>  Anyone else inspired by poppies or flowers in the spring for bike photo
>> opportunities?
>>
>> Ness
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Re: [RBW] Cheviot's poppy picture

[cyclotourist]

That's such a GREAT looking bike in any location!!!

Cheers,
David

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On Sat, Apr 12, 2014 at 6:43 PM, grrlyrida  wrote:

>
> 
> I think Rivbike's Cheviot poppy photo is one the prettiest pictures I've
> seen on their site (that's a lot of "P's"). When I visited my mom up in
> Santa Ynez Valley, I stopped by La Purisma Mission and saw a field of
> poppies. I couldn't resist snapping a photo of my bike in a poppy field a
> la Cheviot style. As you've noticed, I don't shy away from color.
>
>  Anyone else inspired by poppies or flowers in the spring for bike photo
> opportunities?
>
> Ness
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[RBW] Cheviot's poppy picture

[grrlyrida]

I think Rivbike's Cheviot poppy photo is one the prettiest pictures I've 
seen on their site (that's a lot of "P's"). When I visited my mom up in 
Santa Ynez Valley, I stopped by La Purisma Mission and saw a field of 
poppies. I couldn't resist snapping a photo of my bike in a poppy field a 
la Cheviot style. As you've noticed, I don't shy away from color.

 Anyone else inspired by poppies or flowers in the spring for bike photo 
opportunities?

Ness

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[RBW] Re: Albastache conversion Complete!

[dougP]

The orange bar tape looks especially good.  Nice job.

dougP

On Saturday, April 12, 2014 1:56:09 PM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote:

> Thanks to you all, your knowledge, suggestions, and various parts the 
> conversion to Albastache is complete! I got to do a few extra jobs beyond 
> what I thought, but handled them all better than I would have thought 
> because of the newly fortified Hobbit Hole/stow-away-workshop.
>
> Thank you for all your help!
>
> Pictures: https://www.flickr.com/photos/32311885@N07/13806244434/
>
> With abandon,
> Patrick
>
> *www.MindYourHeadCoop.org *
> *www.OurHolyConception.org *
>  
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[RBW] Albastache conversion Complete!

[WETH]

It all looks great.  Enjoy the rides.

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[RBW] Re: WTB - Suntour XC front derailleur

[murphyjrfk]

Hi Bobby. I've lost your email and the dumb phone won't let me respond 
privately. Email me off list pretty sure I have what you need.

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[RBW] Re: Albastache conversion Complete!

[Ron Mc]

thanks - I had seen that photo, but seeing them on the bike in reference to 
the brakes did it for me

On Saturday, April 12, 2014 5:55:42 PM UTC-5, Deacon Patrick wrote:
>
> For me they are just the right width in the curves. Width is similar to 
> the Albatross, but they curve down a wee bit and don't come back as much 
> (likely for knee clearance since they come down). And the curves are deeper 
> than the Albatross.
>
> This may help you size them (comparison with the Albatross), Ron: 
> https://www.flickr.com/photos/32311885@N07/13768392265/
>
> With abandon,
> Patrick
>
> On Saturday, April 12, 2014 4:44:33 PM UTC-6, Ron Mc wrote:
>>
>> I didn't realize the Albastache were so big - looks great !
>>
>> On Saturday, April 12, 2014 4:36:04 PM UTC-5, Michael Rivers wrote:
>>>
>>> Functional and beautiful! Have fun and look forward to a ride report.
>>>
>>> Michael
>>>
>>

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[RBW] Re: Albastache conversion Complete!

[Deacon Patrick]

For me they are just the right width in the curves. Width is similar to the 
Albatross, but they curve down a wee bit and don't come back as much 
(likely for knee clearance since they come down). And the curves are deeper 
than the Albatross.

This may help you size them (comparison with the Albatross), 
Ron: https://www.flickr.com/photos/32311885@N07/13768392265/

With abandon,
Patrick

On Saturday, April 12, 2014 4:44:33 PM UTC-6, Ron Mc wrote:
>
> I didn't realize the Albastache were so big - looks great !
>
> On Saturday, April 12, 2014 4:36:04 PM UTC-5, Michael Rivers wrote:
>>
>> Functional and beautiful! Have fun and look forward to a ride report.
>>
>> Michael
>>
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[RBW] Re: Albastache conversion Complete!

[Ron Mc]

I didn't realize the Albastache were so big - looks great !

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> Functional and beautiful! Have fun and look forward to a ride report.
>
> Michael
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[RBW] Re: Barlow Pass - using it, liking it

[Brian Campbell]

Using and liking very much!

http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k292/bylar13/Mobile%20Uploads/84DE92E2-5591-4D04-B8CB-1375D7BFD0C5_zpseivmwlsw.jpg
 

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Re: [RBW] Re: Now Available: 650B Dyad/Aeroheat in 32h and 36h

[Leslie]

Not Aeroheads, but A23's are available in 650b, too.   

Rich built my 700c Dyads that are on my canti-Rom;  and he built my 650b 
Synergy wheelset, since the Dyads in 650b weren't around then.   I built an 
A23 650b wheelset for my Ram conversion.

I have a spare dynohub, that I've been wanting to build up for the 
Bomba...  although the Synergy would be a rear, I'm tempted to do the Dyad 
in the front...   

H.


-L


On Saturday, April 12, 2014 8:47:35 AM UTC-4, Fullylugged wrote:
>
> For a brief time Velocity make Aeroheads in 650B. These are lighter than 
> Aeroheats or Dyads. Nice road only wheels. Maybe they'll make a comeback at 
> the new factory?
>
>
> On Fri, Apr 11, 2014 at 5:27 PM, RJM >wrote:
>
>> Are these the same as the older Dyads?  I picked up a set of Rich wheels 
>> from Riv a couple of years ago with 650b Dyads laced to Rivy hubs that are 
>> absolutely awesome wheels. Just wondering if these would be the same rims 
>> just American made. 
>>
>> On Friday, April 11, 2014 3:03:02 PM UTC-5, Rich Lesnik wrote:
>>>
>>> Just arrived -- direct from the Velocity factory in Florida -- 650B 
>>> (584) Dyad/Aeroheat rims, in silver, non-machined sidewalls. At 540g, they 
>>> a great mid-weight, tough all-around 650B rim. You can get them at Riv for 
>>> $75 apiece.
>>>
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Re: [RBW] Re: cork grips - shellac vs. spar varnish

[Peter Morgano]

I have varnished cork grips before, it did come out nice but here in
upstate NY it took about 10 days to get it all done. It was inside in the
winter so I had the time, came out nice though.
On Apr 12, 2014 4:19 PM, "Ron Mc"  wrote:

> Philip,
> Spar varnish should work great because its flexible, but I think you would
> have to strip the shellac first.
>
> On Saturday, April 12, 2014 2:47:26 PM UTC-5, Philip Williamson wrote:
>>
>> I feel a trip to the hardware store coming on... That makes cork grips
>> far more appealing to me.
>> I varnished some skateboard pedal decks, but the shellac whitened in the
>> rain. Can I spar varnish right over the shellac, or do I need to strip the
>> shellac off, first? This is to protect and shine up the bottoms of recycled
>> skateboard squares that snap into clipless pedals to make a platform. Is
>> that even a legitimate use of that material?
>>
>> Thanks,
>> Philip
>> www.biketinker.com
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[RBW] Re: Albastache conversion Complete!

[Michael Rivers]

Functional and beautiful! Have fun and look forward to a ride report.

Michael

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[RBW] Re: Albastache conversion Complete!

[Deacon Patrick]

Thanks, David. I'm slowly getting better at wrapping bars.

The brake levers were a wonderful gift from a group member. Dia Compe 
though I have no idea which model. Standard brake cable worked in them, if 
that tells you anything.

With abandon,
Patrick

On Saturday, April 12, 2014 3:08:19 PM UTC-6, David Spranger wrote:
>
> Very nice taping job. What brake levers are those? They are beautiful.
>
> David
> Charlotte, NC
>
> On Saturday, April 12, 2014 4:56:09 PM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote:
>>
>> Thanks to you all, your knowledge, suggestions, and various parts the 
>> conversion to Albastache is complete! I got to do a few extra jobs beyond 
>> what I thought, but handled them all better than I would have thought 
>> because of the newly fortified Hobbit Hole/stow-away-workshop.
>>
>> Thank you for all your help!
>>
>> Pictures: https://www.flickr.com/photos/32311885@N07/13806244434/
>>
>> With abandon,
>> Patrick
>>
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Re: [RBW] Re: Handlebar swap question

[Deacon Patrick]

I haven't tried the moustache bars so I can't directly answer your 
question. A backdoor answer is that I tried the Albatross bars upside down 
and as high as I could get them with my stem. They were not comfortable at 
all for me. The Albatross below saddle height didn't feel right, but 
getting it at or 1" above saddle height and every things perfect so far.

You are right, the Bullmoose and Albatross bars would swap easily. Just 
remove shifters/brakes (presuming thumbie shifters) and swap. Your screw on 
grips would work for that also.

It's when you cross the threshold between mtn and road that things get more 
complicated. For the Albatross conversion I needed to redo the brake and 
derailure cables, new brake levers, and switch to bar end shifters, plus I 
needed a new stem (I would have anyway because I needed a 3 cm shorter stem 
for the Albastaches). That's a LOT more work and I needed time to be sure I 
couldn't get the Albatross to work for me before I was willing to go that 
route. I am delighted I did!

Whatever end up working for you you'll have some grand times figuring it 
out!

With abandon,
Patrick 

On Saturday, April 12, 2014 10:34:35 AM UTC-6, DS wrote:
>
> Hey Patrick - I have watched that thread. My hesitation there is that I 
> recently put some moustache bars on an old Trek road bike and wasn't really 
> into them. Admittedly that was a road bike and not on trails, but riding in 
> the drops never felt right to me. But I understand that the Albastache has 
> more shallow drops, and are not very comparable to Moustache?
>
> I'm actually heading to Rivendell HQ today to return something, so will 
> check it out.
>
> My big question is around understanding the ease of handlebar swaps, if it 
> is easy enough I may just go bullmoose and albatross and try them both, and 
> thanks for pointing out on the other drop bars about the diameter, didn't 
> think of that.
>

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[RBW] Re: Albastache conversion Complete!

[David Spranger]

Very nice taping job. What brake levers are those? They are beautiful.

David
Charlotte, NC

On Saturday, April 12, 2014 4:56:09 PM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote:
>
> Thanks to you all, your knowledge, suggestions, and various parts the 
> conversion to Albastache is complete! I got to do a few extra jobs beyond 
> what I thought, but handled them all better than I would have thought 
> because of the newly fortified Hobbit Hole/stow-away-workshop.
>
> Thank you for all your help!
>
> Pictures: https://www.flickr.com/photos/32311885@N07/13806244434/
>
> With abandon,
> Patrick
>
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[RBW] Albastache conversion Complete!

[Deacon Patrick]

Thanks to you all, your knowledge, suggestions, and various parts the 
conversion to Albastache is complete! I got to do a few extra jobs beyond what 
I thought, but handled them all better than I would have thought because of the 
newly fortified Hobbit Hole/stow-away-workshop.

Thank you for all your help!

Pictures: https://www.flickr.com/photos/32311885@N07/13806244434/

With abandon,
Patrick

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[RBW] Re: cork grips - shellac vs. spar varnish

[Ron Mc]

Philip, 
Spar varnish should work great because its flexible, but I think you would 
have to strip the shellac first.  

On Saturday, April 12, 2014 2:47:26 PM UTC-5, Philip Williamson wrote:
>
> I feel a trip to the hardware store coming on... That makes cork grips far 
> more appealing to me.
> I varnished some skateboard pedal decks, but the shellac whitened in the 
> rain. Can I spar varnish right over the shellac, or do I need to strip the 
> shellac off, first? This is to protect and shine up the bottoms of recycled 
> skateboard squares that snap into clipless pedals to make a platform. Is 
> that even a legitimate use of that material? 
>
> Thanks,
> Philip
> www.biketinker.com
>

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Re: [RBW] Re: Using my Sam as a commuter

[David Hays]

Thanks, Tim. Yes it is a Nitto M-12.
Now that I'm retired the 'commute' varies a lot.
Good luck with the wheel.
David

   
On Apr 10, 2014, at 3:33 PM, Tim Gavin  wrote:

> Nice bike, David.  Is that a Nitto M-12 on the front of the Miyata?  I like 
> the look.
> 
> I commute (9 miles each way) on my Rivendell Road, but I have a sheltered, 
> relatively out of sight rack at work.  Plus, I use an Abus Ionus 8900 lock; 
> with Abus' maxiumum strength rating, it's about as indestructible as locks 
> get.  :)
> Also, it weighs about 4 pounds.  :(
> 
> I occasionally rotate my Schwinn KOM and Giordana into commuting duty.  Which 
> I'm forced to do now because:
> 
> Tuesday, on my first bike commute of the year (first morning above freezing), 
> I hit a particularly abrupt sidewalk gap (like 2" vertical) and bent my rear 
> rim.  :(
> 
> I just built this wheel up a couple weeks ago, and now I already have to 
> replace the rim (Velocity Synergy 650b OC).  Note the lack of brake pad wear. 
>  You can really see the flat spot, like a letter "D", in the second photo.
> 
> Tim,
> wheelbuilding (again) in IA
> 
> 
> 
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[RBW] cork grips - shellac vs. spar varnish

[Philip Williamson]

I feel a trip to the hardware store coming on... That makes cork grips far more 
appealing to me.
I varnished some skateboard pedal decks, but the shellac whitened in the rain. 
Can I spar varnish right over the shellac, or do I need to strip the shellac 
off, first? This is to protect and shine up the bottoms of recycled skateboard 
squares that snap into clipless pedals to make a platform. Is that even a 
legitimate use of that material? 

Thanks,
Philip
www.biketinker.com

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Re: [RBW] Re: 26" Tire Suggestions?

[Eric Daume]

What model and size of Schwalbe and how much?

Thanks,

Eric Daume
Dublin, OH


On Sat, Apr 12, 2014 at 1:01 PM, bo richardson  wrote:

> i have an extra set of schwalbes to sell
> never mounted if you want them
>
> bo
> bellingham
> 360 676 4838
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Re: [RBW] FS pricing assistance S&S couplers

[cyclotourist]

I don't know the value of it, but I like the idea of a powder-coated S&S
Rom for a travel bike!

I'm *guessing* most people here would be interested in just the steel fork,
so maybe take off the crabon one and you could sell that separately and
probably make a bit more off of it that way.

Cheers,
David

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





On Sat, Apr 12, 2014 at 8:50 AM, bozemanmartin wrote:

> Greetings!
> Please reply with your opinion of what I should list my wife's 2004 56cm
> Romulus for.
> I've spent a fair bit on this bike installing S&S couplers and powdercoat
> finish.
> The Good:
> piloted by 150lb rider. never crashed.
> S&S couplers installed by Carl Strong
> Powdercoat refinish by Spectrum Powderworks
> WoundUp carbon fork *and* original steel fork
> All components upgraded over the years except crankarms, headset and brake
> calipers.
> *New* Conti Gatorskin 700x25 tires
> The Less Good:
> Framesaver threaded insert installed at derailleur hanger.  Works great,
> but worth disclosing.
>
> Thanks for your opinions,
>
> Martin
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[RBW] Re: So Cal s480+

[hsmitham]

Sounds like fun but that's Easter weekend so I'll have to pass.

~Hugh

On Friday, April 11, 2014 9:37:06 AM UTC-7, Curtis wrote:
>
> Hi
>
>  
>
> Planning a two night trip around the Ventura area.  Here is the general 
> idea:
>
>  
>
> Friday April 18 arrive in Ventura by train.  Ride to Ojai and camp in 
> near by camp ground.
>
>  
>
> Saturday hang around Ojai area and make our way back to Ventura and stay 
> at Emma Woods State beach.
>
>  
>
> Sunday take train home.
>
>  
>
> If interested chime in.
>
>
> Curtis
>  

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[RBW] Re: FS: Synergy/XT 650b wheels and brakes

[Rich Powers]

Brakes are sold as well.

Thx to all those who were interested! 

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[RBW] Re: FS - Pasela folding bead (3 ea) 700C x 28mm

[Ron Mc]

sale pending - thanks again

On Thursday, April 10, 2014 4:15:57 PM UTC-5, Ron Mc wrote:
>
> OK, trying again here to be clear
> I have two essentially new TG kevlar bead 28mm tires that came from my 
> daughter's bike (less than 100 mi), and a Third brand-new tire still 
> folded. 
>  Best on-line price I can find is $32/tire, so I'll sell all three for the 
> cost of two and I'll cover the USPS Priority med box flat rate.   
> $65 total - 3 new tires to you
> ... if you don't want all 3, I'll talk...
> Thanks for looking !!
>

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[RBW] FS: NOS Vintage Mavic Rims

[Rich Lesnik]

FS: 1 previously-laced (slightly used), 3 NOS Silver 32h 700c rims; 4 NOS 
hard-anodized (dark gray) MA40 32h rims. If you don't already know what 
these are, then you won't be interested, believe me!
Will build wheels if wanted. Rims only: Pairs only. $100 ea rim ($75 for 
slightly used MA2).

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[RBW] Re: So Cal s480+

[dougP]

Curtis:

While I can't join you on this one, I'll toss out the idea of returning to 
Ventura via Santa Paula.  This route climbs out of Ojai to a wonderful 
overlook of the area, and drops into Santa Paula on a long, gradual 
downhill.  Santa Paula has 3 museums within a few minutes walk of each 
other (ag, art & oil).  The route from Santa Paula to Ventura goes thru 
citrus orchards with lots of old Victorian homes.  

dougP

On Saturday, April 12, 2014 7:13:13 AM UTC-7, Curtis wrote:

> The plan now is to leave next Friday (the 18th)and return Sunday. 
>
> On Saturday, April 12, 2014, Coconutbill > 
> wrote:
>
>> Interested. 
>>>
>>  
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[RBW] Re: Handlebar swap question

[dougP]

New Bike Day always gets the pulse up.  

For clamp-on grips, I've used Ergons & been quite happy with both the ease 
of installation / removal and the comfort.  As to swapping bars 
back'n'forth, you'd need to allow enough cable & housing to handle the 
widest bar in your test group.  I've been doing a bit of bar fiddling 
myself lately and the "hassle factor" I've hit is getting some of the bars 
with tighter bends thru the Nitto stem without scratching them up.  A stem 
with a removable face plate would simplify this.  Some set-ups I've fiddled 
with should have had different length stems than I had. After always using 
drops, I'm exploring upright bars & it's a whole other world, good 
for hours of conjecture & entertainment.

dougP 

On Saturday, April 12, 2014 8:31:24 AM UTC-7, DS wrote:

> Hey all - My Hunqapillar is 2-3 weeks away from being built, very 
> exciting. No got to decide on the build. I'm mostly going with the build 
> kit. But very undecided on which handlebar setup. So instead of another 
> 'which handlebar thread' (btw, the recent one with Patrick was very 
> helpful), I decided I just need to figure out the hard way: by trying them 
> all. 
>
> I am undecided between Albatross v. Bulmoose 
> standard/drops/woodchippers/midge. I like the Albatross, that is what I 
> rode with the Hunq for a demo ride. But thinking I may want something with 
> more control for singletrack rides like the bullmoose, or possibly drops 
> (with the woodchipper and midge as an option there). Not really considering 
> Albastache or Moustacheas of now. This bike will be used for mixed 
> rides, mtn biking (fire roads and single track), commuting, errands, road 
> rides, so basically an 'all rounder'.
>
> My big reservation with handlebar swaps is that the meisha cork grips 
> (part of the build kit) are glued on, making it difficult to do handlebar 
> swaps. Am I correct there? So here's my question, if I get a lock-on 
> handlebar grip, does that eliminate that problem? Is there any reason I 
> could not just swap the bars by removing the grips, brakes, and shifters 
> (in this case the paul thumbies) and sliding the handlebars out the stem 
> and putting in the new handlebar in the same stem and re-installing the 
> grips/brakes/shifters? Basically a 10 minute swap? I've never dealt with 
> grips, only drop bars and tape on my road bike. Any issues with that? 
> Will the cable length be an issue? Would I want a different stem for 
> different handlebars?
>
> And on that note, any recommendations on a lock-on grip? Was looking at a 
> brooks one, the ergon one, and plain ole foam ones. Likely I'll put on the 
> meisha cork grips once I've decided which way to go.
>
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[RBW] FS: Bombadil & Quickbeam

[keeg.mur...@gmail.com]

Hey Everyone,
I've two F/F/HS setups I'm letting go of this spring, a 60 cm Bombadil 
powder coated black with a head badge and no logos and a 64 cm Quickbeam in 
silver.  I'm asking $1500 and $900 shipped respectively.  Additional photos 
and information on request.  Thanks for your time, Keegan 

https://www.flickr.com/photos/keeg4n/sets/72157643841369555/



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[RBW] Re: 62 Rambouilet on ebay

[Philip Williamson]

Excellent! Thanks for the link to Brazen Cycles. I like the look of those bikes!

Philip
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Re: [RBW] Re: WTT: WI Freewheel

[Philip Williamson]

Ya got me. The green bearing is part of the appeal. :^) The other aspect is the 
engagement. And then the nerdery and usefulness of a double cog... Seems 
perfect.
 

Philip
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[RBW] Re: WTB - Suntour XC front derailleur

[Coconutbill]

Bobby,

I'm about to replace the old Suntour XC front derailleur on my bike because 
one of the limit screws is stripped. Obviously that's not ideal, but maybe 
there's a way to tap it ? If so, you can have it once It comes off the 
bike. 

-evan


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Re: [RBW] Re: 26" Tire Suggestions?

[bo richardson]

i have an extra set of schwalbes to sell
never mounted if you want them

bo 
bellingham
360 676 4838

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Re: [RBW] Re: Handlebar swap question

[David Stein]

Hey Patrick - I have watched that thread. My hesitation there is that I
recently put some moustache bars on an old Trek road bike and wasn't really
into them. Admittedly that was a road bike and not on trails, but riding in
the drops never felt right to me. But I understand that the Albastache has
more shallow drops, and are not very comparable to Moustache?

I'm actually heading to Rivendell HQ today to return something, so will
check it out.

My big question is around understanding the ease of handlebar swaps, if it
is easy enough I may just go bullmoose and albatross and try them both, and
thanks for pointing out on the other drop bars about the diameter, didn't
think of that.


On Sat, Apr 12, 2014 at 9:14 AM, Deacon Patrick  wrote:

> Congrats on getting so close to getting you're Hunqapillar! Now's the time
> when I'd be going really and truly nuts.
>
> For the type of riding you describe, I would not dismiss the Albastache.
> Given what I know now (though admittedly I haven't lived with them for more
> than 6 hours of riding) I would choose them for the combination of riding
> you mentioned. They give amazing control on single track (both climbs and
> descents, all with instant access to the brakes presuming you are in the
> more aggressive position of the curves). They feel great for multiple hours
> in the saddle (I did 4 almost uninterrupted hours yesterday (save for photo
> stops) and for me, the curves really feel fantastic the whole time. They
> aren't taped yet but no hand issues at all (so much so I decided I do not
> need the wool under the tape). The Albastache is a great balance between an
> upright bar and a more aggressive bar, and at least for me it is a very
> happy meeting place.
>
> I decided against the dirt drop style bars because none I could find had
> passed the same mountain standards that Nitto's bars pass. That peace of
> mind is huge for me.
>
> Whatever you decide to go with first, understand that the bars you named
> fall into two categories: Road and Mtn. So brakes and shifters may change
> (I'd go bar end shifters, so you eliminate that for all but the bullmoose).
> So you will likely want to stick with testing the other bars that match so
> you are doing less swapping.
>
> Do not install the cork grips until you know what you are going to live
> with. I had to cut mine off. Once they were gone, I felt a lot of freedom
> to try things out, shift bars, etc. If you need something, get cloth tape,
> but ride the bars bare while testing.
>
> Can you go by Rivendell again and try the various bars? That would go a
> long way toward helping you decide.
>
> With abandon,
> Patrick
>
>
> On Saturday, April 12, 2014 9:31:24 AM UTC-6, DS wrote:
>>
>> Hey all - My Hunqapillar is 2-3 weeks away from being built, very
>> exciting. No got to decide on the build. I'm mostly going with the build
>> kit. But very undecided on which handlebar setup. So instead of another
>> 'which handlebar thread' (btw, the recent one with Patrick was very
>> helpful), I decided I just need to figure out the hard way: by trying them
>> all.
>>
>> I am undecided between Albatross v. Bulmoose 
>> standard/drops/woodchippers/midge.
>> I like the Albatross, that is what I rode with the Hunq for a demo ride.
>> But thinking I may want something with more control for singletrack rides
>> like the bullmoose, or possibly drops (with the woodchipper and midge as an
>> option there). Not really considering Albastache or Moustacheas of now.
>> This bike will be used for mixed rides, mtn biking (fire roads and single
>> track), commuting, errands, road rides, so basically an 'all rounder'.
>>
>> My big reservation with handlebar swaps is that the meisha cork grips
>> (part of the build kit) are glued on, making it difficult to do handlebar
>> swaps. Am I correct there? So here's my question, if I get a lock-on
>> handlebar grip, does that eliminate that problem? Is there any reason I
>> could not just swap the bars by removing the grips, brakes, and shifters
>> (in this case the paul thumbies) and sliding the handlebars out the stem
>> and putting in the new handlebar in the same stem and re-installing the
>> grips/brakes/shifters? Basically a 10 minute swap? I've never dealt with
>> grips, only drop bars and tape on my road bike. Any issues with that?
>> Will the cable length be an issue? Would I want a different stem for
>> different handlebars?
>>
>> And on that note, any recommendations on a lock-on grip? Was looking at a
>> brooks one, the ergon one, and plain ole foam ones. Likely I'll put on the
>> meisha cork grips once I've decided which way to go.
>>
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Re: [RBW] Re: 62 Rambouilet on ebay

[cyclotourist]

Decent bikes are a joy to ride, congratulations!!!

Cheers,
David

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





On Fri, Apr 11, 2014 at 9:14 PM, Joel Moore wrote:

> Bought it, essentially at asking.  Enjoying it very much so far (am new to
> decent bicycles).  It was fixed up by an Oakland artist who also does
> rebuilds of classic steel frames.  See www.brazenbicycles.com for some
> nice-looking examples of his work.
>
> On Friday, February 28, 2014 9:31:26 PM UTC-8, Michael wrote:
>>
>> Dig this, lugged stem and all:
>>
>> http://www.ebay.com/itm/Rivendell-Rambouillet-Toyo-factory-62cm-touring-
>> randonneur-steel-lugged-Nitto-/321335753004?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=
>> item4ad11a792c
>>
>> Not mine (why do people say that in these posts?).
>>
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[RBW] WTB - Suntour XC front derailleur

[Montclair BobbyB]

Anyone have a first gen Suntour XC front derailleur (not the XC Sport) for 
sale?  I have a beautiful unused one I acquired a while back, and now that 
I'm finally getting to use it, I see that it's missing a critical cable 
stop/guide (that bolts to the clamp)... Not the first time I've bought 
something on eBay that's missing parts... I should have learned my lesson 
by now.

Anyway, if you've got one, please email me offline (montclairbo...@gmail.com
)

Thanks,
BB

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[RBW] Re: Handlebar swap question

[Deacon Patrick]

Congrats on getting so close to getting you're Hunqapillar! Now's the time 
when I'd be going really and truly nuts.

For the type of riding you describe, I would not dismiss the Albastache. 
Given what I know now (though admittedly I haven't lived with them for more 
than 6 hours of riding) I would choose them for the combination of riding 
you mentioned. They give amazing control on single track (both climbs and 
descents, all with instant access to the brakes presuming you are in the 
more aggressive position of the curves). They feel great for multiple hours 
in the saddle (I did 4 almost uninterrupted hours yesterday (save for photo 
stops) and for me, the curves really feel fantastic the whole time. They 
aren't taped yet but no hand issues at all (so much so I decided I do not 
need the wool under the tape). The Albastache is a great balance between an 
upright bar and a more aggressive bar, and at least for me it is a very 
happy meeting place.

I decided against the dirt drop style bars because none I could find had 
passed the same mountain standards that Nitto's bars pass. That peace of 
mind is huge for me.

Whatever you decide to go with first, understand that the bars you named 
fall into two categories: Road and Mtn. So brakes and shifters may change 
(I'd go bar end shifters, so you eliminate that for all but the bullmoose). 
So you will likely want to stick with testing the other bars that match so 
you are doing less swapping.

Do not install the cork grips until you know what you are going to live 
with. I had to cut mine off. Once they were gone, I felt a lot of freedom 
to try things out, shift bars, etc. If you need something, get cloth tape, 
but ride the bars bare while testing.

Can you go by Rivendell again and try the various bars? That would go a 
long way toward helping you decide.

With abandon,
Patrick

On Saturday, April 12, 2014 9:31:24 AM UTC-6, DS wrote:
>
> Hey all - My Hunqapillar is 2-3 weeks away from being built, very 
> exciting. No got to decide on the build. I'm mostly going with the build 
> kit. But very undecided on which handlebar setup. So instead of another 
> 'which handlebar thread' (btw, the recent one with Patrick was very 
> helpful), I decided I just need to figure out the hard way: by trying them 
> all. 
>
> I am undecided between Albatross v. Bulmoose 
> standard/drops/woodchippers/midge. I like the Albatross, that is what I 
> rode with the Hunq for a demo ride. But thinking I may want something with 
> more control for singletrack rides like the bullmoose, or possibly drops 
> (with the woodchipper and midge as an option there). Not really considering 
> Albastache or Moustacheas of now. This bike will be used for mixed 
> rides, mtn biking (fire roads and single track), commuting, errands, road 
> rides, so basically an 'all rounder'.
>
> My big reservation with handlebar swaps is that the meisha cork grips 
> (part of the build kit) are glued on, making it difficult to do handlebar 
> swaps. Am I correct there? So here's my question, if I get a lock-on 
> handlebar grip, does that eliminate that problem? Is there any reason I 
> could not just swap the bars by removing the grips, brakes, and shifters 
> (in this case the paul thumbies) and sliding the handlebars out the stem 
> and putting in the new handlebar in the same stem and re-installing the 
> grips/brakes/shifters? Basically a 10 minute swap? I've never dealt with 
> grips, only drop bars and tape on my road bike. Any issues with that? 
> Will the cable length be an issue? Would I want a different stem for 
> different handlebars?
>
> And on that note, any recommendations on a lock-on grip? Was looking at a 
> brooks one, the ergon one, and plain ole foam ones. Likely I'll put on the 
> meisha cork grips once I've decided which way to go.
>
>

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[RBW] Re: "Enjoy"

[BSWP]

It's also okay to enjoy the occasional typo (" treads of the bolts"), which 
can fuel fanciful flights of imagination, wondering if a "wrong" word might 
actually have a "right" meaning, and even if none can be found, it just 
thinking about it can impart a subtle deeper appreciation for the writing 
at hand, and the very art of writing.

- Andrew, "glad to be back in this time zone," Berkeley

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[RBW] Handlebar swap question

[DS]

Hey all - My Hunqapillar is 2-3 weeks away from being built, very exciting. 
No got to decide on the build. I'm mostly going with the build kit. But 
very undecided on which handlebar setup. So instead of another 'which 
handlebar thread' (btw, the recent one with Patrick was very helpful), I 
decided I just need to figure out the hard way: by trying them all. 

I am undecided between Albatross v. Bulmoose 
standard/drops/woodchippers/midge. I like the Albatross, that is what I 
rode with the Hunq for a demo ride. But thinking I may want something with 
more control for singletrack rides like the bullmoose, or possibly drops 
(with the woodchipper and midge as an option there). Not really considering 
Albastache or Moustacheas of now. This bike will be used for mixed 
rides, mtn biking (fire roads and single track), commuting, errands, road 
rides, so basically an 'all rounder'.

My big reservation with handlebar swaps is that the meisha cork grips (part 
of the build kit) are glued on, making it difficult to do handlebar swaps. 
Am I correct there? So here's my question, if I get a lock-on handlebar 
grip, does that eliminate that problem? Is there any reason I could not just 
swap 
the bars by removing the grips, brakes, and shifters (in this case the paul 
thumbies) and sliding the handlebars out the stem and putting in the new 
handlebar in the same stem and re-installing the grips/brakes/shifters? 
Basically a 10 minute swap? I've never dealt with grips, only drop bars and 
tape on my road bike. Any issues with that? Will the cable length be an 
issue? Would I want a different stem for different handlebars?

And on that note, any recommendations on a lock-on grip? Was looking at a 
brooks one, the ergon one, and plain ole foam ones. Likely I'll put on the 
meisha cork grips once I've decided which way to go.

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[RBW] wtt: Nitto Mark's Handlebar for Nitto Albatross Bar (alu)

[Bruce Smitham]

Hi Eric, I don't have steel Albatross bars to trade but I do have 46cm Nitto 
Noodles, Carradice Super-C Nelson black saddle bag, Musa large wool blue shirt 
with rear pocket, Nitto stem 26.0 x 11cm, Brooks B68s saddle. Everything is 
either like new or excellent condition. I can email photos if you want or I can 
just pay you for those bars. Let me know, Bruce in San Diego bsmit...@jlohr.com 

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[RBW] FS: Brooks - Team Pro Special and B17 Special

[John Blish]

Hi RBW fans,

I am offering 2 new Brooks saddles.  Neither has ever been mounted.  Both
come with the small silver colored wrench for adjusting the nose bolt and
also with the Brooks saddle cover.  They will be shipped in the classic
Brooks box.  Both have skived edges and the large copper rivets.

My riding style no longer includes use of these saddles.  I am more
comfortable on the B67 with laces in a more upright position with Bosco
bars or on a recumbent.  I would like to move them on to someone who can
use them.

It's hard for me to know what is a fair price.  I am offering them at $125
each which includes shipping to CONUS by USPS.  I will eat the PayPal fees
or you may pay by check.

If my price is too high make me an offer.  I will wait about 3 - 4 days to
see whether it sells at my price and then get back to you if it is still
available but it might sell before then.

Photos:

B17 Special - Honey Leather - Copper Rails:

https://plus.google.com/u/0/photos/111838829033930119881/albums/6001175820575723425

Team Professional Special - Black Leather - Copper Rails - No bag loops:

https://plus.google.com/u/0/photos/111838829033930119881/albums/6001372940275135009

If you are not able to access the pictures, please let me know and I will
post them at another location.

Thanks for looking.

John Blish  <<--- happy that the weather has improved and riding every day

-- 
John Blish
Minneapolis MN USA

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[RBW] Re: cork grips - shellac vs. spar varnish

[Kellie Stapleton]

so far I've left mine natural because I see the shellac flake (yuk). The 
spar varnish does look fantastic.

On Saturday, April 12, 2014 6:07:06 AM UTC-7, Ron Mc wrote:
>
> I come from a bamboo fly rod background, and we used flexible coatings to 
> turn fibrous materials into tough composites - spar varnish, and maybe as 
> exotic as mastic varnish on silk thread wraps or to turn an old silk braid 
> into a floating fly line.  When I made my first twine wrap on a bike, it 
> was natural for me to coat it with spar varnish.  Later wraps, found out 
> shellac is awesome for this application because twine wraps on a bike don't 
> need to be flexible - twine it, shellac it, and it's good to go and go. 
>  More than 2 coats would also be a mistake.  
>
> While I haven't tried shellac on cork grips, its use there doesn't make 
> sense.  Take a soft grippy material and put a hard slick exoskeleton on it 
> - seems to defeat every purpose of a cork grip.  
> Three years ago, when I put cork grips on my daughter's upright bike, I 
> used spar varnish and here's the result 3 years later - it's soft and 
> grippy, and still beads water like a new Ferrari  
>
>
> 
>   
>
> 
>
> That's the good news - now the bad news:  you have to be patient, because 
> it takes 7 days to do this right (hey, it takes a month to mastic-varnish a 
> silk fly line).  You want 5 coats, and wait a day between each coat to let 
> it soak and cure.  You apply thin coats and of course the cork sucks it 
> right up.  Wait a day and apply another.  It won't be until the 4th coat 
> that you can see the cork is sealed and you're apply a build-up.  After the 
> last coat, give it two days to cure, and it will still feel tacky - don't 
> worry.  Take a lint-free cloth and buff it like you're shining shoes.  You 
> will be delighted with the result for years...
>
>

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[RBW] Re: cork grips - shellac vs. spar varnish

[Ron Mc]

Thanks, friend.  I failed to mention how the varnish instantly highlights 
the rings and spalted texture of the cork - IMO, makes it gorgeous.  



At San Antonio's Siclovia (cyclovia to everyone else) her cork grips got 
more comments than my old Raleigh and our friend's watermelon Nutcase helmet




On Saturday, April 12, 2014 8:09:50 AM UTC-5, Deacon Patrick wrote:
>
> Brilliant!
>
> With abandon,
> Patrick
>
> On Saturday, April 12, 2014 7:07:06 AM UTC-6, Ron Mc wrote:
>>
>> I come from a bamboo fly rod background, and we used flexible coatings to 
>> turn fibrous materials into tough composites - spar varnish, and maybe as 
>> exotic as mastic varnish on silk thread wraps or to turn an old silk braid 
>> into a floating fly line.  When I made my first twine wrap on a bike, it 
>> was natural for me to coat it with spar varnish.  Later wraps, found out 
>> shellac is awesome for this application because twine wraps on a bike don't 
>> need to be flexible - twine it, shellac it, and it's good to go and go. 
>>  More than 2 coats would also be a mistake.  
>>
>> While I haven't tried shellac on cork grips, its use there doesn't make 
>> sense.  Take a soft grippy material and put a hard slick exoskeleton on it 
>> - seems to defeat every purpose of a cork grip.  
>> Three years ago, when I put cork grips on my daughter's upright bike, I 
>> used spar varnish and here's the result 3 years later - it's soft and 
>> grippy, and still beads water like a new Ferrari  
>>
>>
>>
>> 
>>   
>>
>>
>> 
>>
>> That's the good news - now the bad news:  you have to be patient, because 
>> it takes 7 days to do this right (hey, it takes a month to mastic-varnish a 
>> silk fly line).  You want 5 coats, and wait a day between each coat to let 
>> it soak and cure.  You apply thin coats and of course the cork sucks it 
>> right up.  Wait a day and apply another.  It won't be until the 4th coat 
>> that you can see the cork is sealed and you're apply a build-up.  After the 
>> last coat, give it two days to cure, and it will still feel tacky - don't 
>> worry.  Take a lint-free cloth and buff it like you're shining shoes.  You 
>> will be delighted with the result for years...
>>
>>

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[RBW] Re: Brooks Team Pro saddle

[Bruce Herbitter]

The saddle is claimed, pending payment.

Thank you!


On Sat, Apr 12, 2014 at 7:42 AM, Bruce Herbitter
wrote:

> Older saddle, never actually broken in.
> Pictures here:
>

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[RBW] Re: FS: Synergy/XT 650b wheels and brakes

[Rich Powers]

I think the wheels are sold! 

Sent from my iPhone

> On Apr 12, 2014, at 7:14 AM, Rich Powers  wrote:
> 
> A pal converted two years ago and just un-verted!  I think he never got the 
> pressure right and was always running theses at 90 or above.  A few pictures 
> at this link of all the sale items
> 
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/pdqbicycles/sets/72157639296322953/
> 
> 650 b Velocity Synergy 32 hole  wheelset. Wheelsmith DB 14/15 ga ss silver 
> spokes with brass nipples, professionally built and tensioned. The set 
> includes nifty-swifty tires that measure 34 mm and tubes mounted and ready to 
> ride.  The hubs are 32 hole Shimano XT.  $175 plus shipping or offers? 
> Tektro R539 Road Caliper Set Front & Rear Silver 47-57mm QR   $36 plus post
> 
> Paypal personal preferred or check is fine as well.   Please contact me if 
> you have any questions. Shipping extra at actual. 
> 
> Rich
>  

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[RBW] Re: So Cal s480+

[Curtis McKenzie]

The plan now is to leave next Friday (the 18th)and return Sunday.

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> Interested.
>>
>
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[RBW] Two Rivs on Denver area Craigs List

[Deacon Patrick]

Not mine, just saw them and in case someone is in the hunt:

58 Atlantis (not sure if any of the pics are the actual bike, worth asking if 
interested)
http://denver.craigslist.org/bik/4370909847.html

61 Custom (stunning twilight purple)
http://denver.craigslist.org/bik/4399895529.html

Happy hunting!

With abandon,
Patrick

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[RBW] Re: cork grips - shellac vs. spar varnish

[Deacon Patrick]

Brilliant!

With abandon,
Patrick

On Saturday, April 12, 2014 7:07:06 AM UTC-6, Ron Mc wrote:
>
> I come from a bamboo fly rod background, and we used flexible coatings to 
> turn fibrous materials into tough composites - spar varnish, and maybe as 
> exotic as mastic varnish on silk thread wraps or to turn an old silk braid 
> into a floating fly line.  When I made my first twine wrap on a bike, it 
> was natural for me to coat it with spar varnish.  Later wraps, found out 
> shellac is awesome for this application because twine wraps on a bike don't 
> need to be flexible - twine it, shellac it, and it's good to go and go. 
>  More than 2 coats would also be a mistake.  
>
> While I haven't tried shellac on cork grips, its use there doesn't make 
> sense.  Take a soft grippy material and put a hard slick exoskeleton on it 
> - seems to defeat every purpose of a cork grip.  
> Three years ago, when I put cork grips on my daughter's upright bike, I 
> used spar varnish and here's the result 3 years later - it's soft and 
> grippy, and still beads water like a new Ferrari  
>
>
> 
>   
>
> 
>
> That's the good news - now the bad news:  you have to be patient, because 
> it takes 7 days to do this right (hey, it takes a month to mastic-varnish a 
> silk fly line).  You want 5 coats, and wait a day between each coat to let 
> it soak and cure.  You apply thin coats and of course the cork sucks it 
> right up.  Wait a day and apply another.  It won't be until the 4th coat 
> that you can see the cork is sealed and you're apply a build-up.  After the 
> last coat, give it two days to cure, and it will still feel tacky - don't 
> worry.  Take a lint-free cloth and buff it like you're shining shoes.  You 
> will be delighted with the result for years...
>
>

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[RBW] cork grips - shellac vs. spar varnish

[Ron Mc]

I come from a bamboo fly rod background, and we used flexible coatings to 
turn fibrous materials into tough composites - spar varnish, and maybe as 
exotic as mastic varnish on silk thread wraps or to turn an old silk braid 
into a floating fly line.  When I made my first twine wrap on a bike, it 
was natural for me to coat it with spar varnish.  Later wraps, found out 
shellac is awesome for this application because twine wraps on a bike don't 
need to be flexible - twine it, shellac it, and it's good to go and go. 
 More than 2 coats would also be a mistake.  

While I haven't tried shellac on cork grips, its use there doesn't make 
sense.  Take a soft grippy material and put a hard slick exoskeleton on it 
- seems to defeat every purpose of a cork grip.  
Three years ago, when I put cork grips on my daughter's upright bike, I 
used spar varnish and here's the result 3 years later - it's soft and 
grippy, and still beads water like a new Ferrari  



  



That's the good news - now the bad news:  you have to be patient, because 
it takes 7 days to do this right (hey, it takes a month to mastic-varnish a 
silk fly line).  You want 5 coats, and wait a day between each coat to let 
it soak and cure.  You apply thin coats and of course the cork sucks it 
right up.  Wait a day and apply another.  It won't be until the 4th coat 
that you can see the cork is sealed and you're apply a build-up.  After the 
last coat, give it two days to cure, and it will still feel tacky - don't 
worry.  Take a lint-free cloth and buff it like you're shining shoes.  You 
will be delighted with the result for years...

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Re: [RBW] Re: Now Available: 650B Dyad/Aeroheat in 32h and 36h

[Bruce Herbitter]

For a brief time Velocity make Aeroheads in 650B. These are lighter than
Aeroheats or Dyads. Nice road only wheels. Maybe they'll make a comeback at
the new factory?


On Fri, Apr 11, 2014 at 5:27 PM, RJM  wrote:

> Are these the same as the older Dyads?  I picked up a set of Rich wheels
> from Riv a couple of years ago with 650b Dyads laced to Rivy hubs that are
> absolutely awesome wheels. Just wondering if these would be the same rims
> just American made.
>
> On Friday, April 11, 2014 3:03:02 PM UTC-5, Rich Lesnik wrote:
>>
>> Just arrived -- direct from the Velocity factory in Florida -- 650B (584)
>> Dyad/Aeroheat rims, in silver, non-machined sidewalls. At 540g, they a
>> great mid-weight, tough all-around 650B rim. You can get them at Riv for
>> $75 apiece.
>>
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[RBW] Brooks Team Pro saddle

[Bruce Herbitter]

Older saddle, never actually broken in. Adjusting bolt still in original
factory position. Leather in great shape, treated with Obenauf's. Brooks
name badge is darkened.

This saddle does not suit my riding position or general riding style.
Before it goes on eBay, is anyone interested at $50, plus shipping by your
favorite method? Current new list for the chrome rail variety is about
$195.00 US.(Brooks web site) + shipping

Please contact off list..

Pictures here:

https://plus.google.com/u/0/photos/103372863272345033417/albums/6001383605150905025/6001383606659601426?pid=6001383606659601426&oid=103372863272345033417

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[RBW] FS: Synergy/XT 650b wheels and brakes

[Rich Powers]

A pal converted two years ago and just un-verted!  I think he never got the
pressure right and was always running theses at 90 or above.  A few
pictures at this link of all the sale items

http://www.flickr.com/photos/pdqbicycles/sets/72157639296322953/

650 b Velocity Synergy 32 hole  wheelset. Wheelsmith DB 14/15 ga ss silver
spokes with brass nipples, professionally built and tensioned. The set
includes nifty-swifty tires that measure 34 mm and tubes mounted and ready
to ride.  The hubs are 32 hole Shimano XT.  $175 plus shipping or offers?
Tektro R539 Road Caliper Set Front & Rear Silver 47-57mm QR   $36 plus post

Paypal personal preferred or check is fine as well.   Please contact me if
you have any questions. Shipping extra at actual.

Rich

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[RBW] Re: "Enjoy"

[Deacon Patrick]

Everything, done mindfully and well, is a wondrous opportunity for 
contemplation and fulfillment and joy. Thanks for the reminder! I am 
enjoying the prayer and thrill of being able to work on my bike again (high 
school/college was the last time).

With abandon,
Patrick

On Friday, April 11, 2014 11:53:31 PM UTC-6, Christopher Chen wrote:
>
> A lot has been written about differing personalities and philosophies, 
> sometimes it's about trail or tube thickness, sometimes it's about 
> suppleness, or what have you, but I was doing some drivetrain cleaning and 
> I was wondering about the whole greasing square taper vs dry fitting, and 
> of course I was searching the Internet, where I came across this post from 
> Jan:
>
> http://janheine.wordpress.com/2012/04/16/to-grease-or-not-to-grease/
>
> But the point of the matter isn't the technical debate between greasing or 
> not greasing (for the record I put a tiny bit of grease on the taper, like 
> I was applying ointment), but one of the last phrases in the post:
>
> <<...put them back on, and enjoy them some more.>>
>
> I was struck by the poetry of this statement. I guess that's the point of 
> this whole exercise. We enjoy our bicycles; They give us joy. The joy of 
> movement and flying, the joy of conquering a climb, the joy of a quiet 
> vista with no one in sight. And the joy of riding with cherished friends.
>
> So anyway, while I'm waiting the next two hours for the boeshield to dry 
> on my chain, I'd to wish everyone joy.
>
> ...and enjoy them some more.
>
> Cheers
>
> cc
>
> -- 
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>

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[RBW] Re: So Cal s480+

[Coconutbill]

>
> Interested. 
>
 

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