[RBW] Re: OT:Is your bippy frozen?
after a December week on the north slope, when I got back to muggy Anchorage, it was 25 and I was sweating in a sweater - but we're used to rides in the 50s and 60s and they call that winter. What's wonderful is when we get what we call a blue norther - cold high pressure turns the sky dark blue, no humidity and those 40-degree mornings are cycling heaven. On Monday, March 2, 2015 at 10:21:19 AM UTC-6, Deacon Patrick wrote: Just to get a look of disgruntlement from Ron, we're sunny, 28˚F, 100% humidity, multiple layers of snow on the trail, and it was t-shirt weather for my ride this morning. Grin. Grit, grime, snow, slush and ice is good for the drivetrain, right? Building character and strength? Grin. With abandon, Patrick -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Someone buy one of those long bikes!
One of the most endearing parts of the Riv-Staff is how they each seem to have their own particular way of interacting with the Riv-Site. It makes it kind of like easter egg hunt. Click New Items and you see the (1)$4000 Roadeo, the (2) $2900 57.5cm Longbike, and (3) A nice $2650 complete Hillborne Click Web Specials and you see that same (1) Roadeo, but not bikes (2) and (3), but you do see (4) 53cm Protovelo Frameset for $, and (5) 52cm complete Longbike for $2900, same price as (2) but different size, and a (6) 56cm Atlantis frameset for $2300 and (7) a 61cm Hilsen frameset for $2300 Click Frame Specials and you see (1), (6) and (7) but none of the rest. Click on the page for bike (5) the 52cm complete longbike, and it claims to be part of a group called NewGood. Click on that, and the NewGood page has no frames or complete bikes at all, but does have wooden ties. It's absolutely classic. You gotta want it. On Monday, March 2, 2015 at 11:51:01 AM UTC-8, Liesl wrote: Oh my goodness they are a steal! I rode the 52 and it changed my thinking about a custom by about 180 degrees! I couldn't stop smiling! If you've thought about a longbike and are are short to medium height, GRAB it. I just saw the bigger blue frame-only on the website for $1100 but it disappeared within the time it took to begin this post. Someone be bold and make a home for one! As an aside, I bought a proto frame way back in 2007—a proto bleriot. Set it up as a single. I love that bike and would have no reservations whatsoever about getting a proto; I mean the discount is crazy good and the product...it's still a Riv, rest assured. My proto compared to my Saluki has longer chainstays (yay) and less tire clearance (boo but still takes a 38 with fenders so not a big boo). Here are images of me on the proto in 2013 and my proto-inspired custom in 2015! Anyway, why is the 52 still sitting on the website? -rcw -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Protovelo questions
thanks Liesl, you bring up and answer a lot of decal questions/issues that i hadnt even thought about. i doubt it'll be resold, but that is a super valid point should it come to that. -- 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Protovelo questions
so, i purchased the little green Clem Smith Jr prototype for my fiance (right as i was halfway through building up a 1990 trek 520 for her. will be selling it, if anyone is interested). i, for one, am very happy that there is a budget model available, as dropping 3k on another riv bike wasnt gonna be in the cards for me for a long time. a few tig welds and a powdercoat seems like a totally fair compromise. i think and hope that there will be a lot of people in the same gray area financial bracket who would be elated to have a rivendell. anyway, now that it is on the way, im excitedly curious about the whole protovelo thing. mainly... -are the prototypes and the actual models made in the same place, or do they have a prototype builder knock out the first few until all refinements are done, then it moves to a factory? -follow up: anyone know who will be making the clems? -is there a way to get the specs/geometry for prototypes? not that i'd ever need it. i just like knowing everything about the bikes we have. (still somewhat bugged that i dont know the tubing dimensions of my hunqapillar. uselessly anal like that) -what is the etiquette on the protovelo decals? im kind of into them, but i think she wants to ditch them. should i try to sell it as a rare feature? -follow up: anyone ever get the decals that just say rivendell? or put the official decals of the official bike on their proto (ie. sam hillborne stickers on the proto sam hillborne) -- 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Someone buy one of those long bikes!
i think a lot of these are gone. i know the 46cm is, because i bought it. if you try to buy, it says that it is sold out, but the page still remains -- 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Protovelo questions
im kind of into them, but i think she wants to ditch them. In terms of value, rare things are usually more valuable than common things. While no Rivendell would be considered common, anything Protovelo says one of only a few ever made. Personally, I think it's a really neat way to ID a bike that's special, midway between a one-off custom and a production bike. dougP On Monday, March 2, 2015 at 1:26:38 PM UTC-8, drew beckmeyer wrote: so, i purchased the little green Clem Smith Jr prototype for my fiance (right as i was halfway through building up a 1990 trek 520 for her. will be selling it, if anyone is interested). i, for one, am very happy that there is a budget model available, as dropping 3k on another riv bike wasnt gonna be in the cards for me for a long time. a few tig welds and a powdercoat seems like a totally fair compromise. i think and hope that there will be a lot of people in the same gray area financial bracket who would be elated to have a rivendell. anyway, now that it is on the way, im excitedly curious about the whole protovelo thing. mainly... -are the prototypes and the actual models made in the same place, or do they have a prototype builder knock out the first few until all refinements are done, then it moves to a factory? -follow up: anyone know who will be making the clems? -is there a way to get the specs/geometry for prototypes? not that i'd ever need it. i just like knowing everything about the bikes we have. (still somewhat bugged that i dont know the tubing dimensions of my hunqapillar. uselessly anal like that) -what is the etiquette on the protovelo decals? im kind of into them, but i think she wants to ditch them. should i try to sell it as a rare feature? -follow up: anyone ever get the decals that just say rivendell? or put the official decals of the official bike on their proto (ie. sam hillborne stickers on the proto sam hillborne) -- 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Someone buy one of those long bikes!
Isn't part of good web design to keep you on the page as long as possible? Seems to be working! I too have noticed how wandering around the site seems like a scavenger hunt, and rather enjoy it. Loads of good fun. dougP On Monday, March 2, 2015 at 1:06:31 PM UTC-8, Bill Lindsay wrote: One of the most endearing parts of the Riv-Staff is how they each seem to have their own particular way of interacting with the Riv-Site. It makes it kind of like easter egg hunt. Click New Items and you see the (1)$4000 Roadeo, the (2) $2900 57.5cm Longbike, and (3) A nice $2650 complete Hillborne Click Web Specials and you see that same (1) Roadeo, but not bikes (2) and (3), but you do see (4) 53cm Protovelo Frameset for $, and (5) 52cm complete Longbike for $2900, same price as (2) but different size, and a (6) 56cm Atlantis frameset for $2300 and (7) a 61cm Hilsen frameset for $2300 Click Frame Specials and you see (1), (6) and (7) but none of the rest. Click on the page for bike (5) the 52cm complete longbike, and it claims to be part of a group called NewGood. Click on that, and the NewGood page has no frames or complete bikes at all, but does have wooden ties. It's absolutely classic. You gotta want it. On Monday, March 2, 2015 at 11:51:01 AM UTC-8, Liesl wrote: Oh my goodness they are a steal! I rode the 52 and it changed my thinking about a custom by about 180 degrees! I couldn't stop smiling! If you've thought about a longbike and are are short to medium height, GRAB it. I just saw the bigger blue frame-only on the website for $1100 but it disappeared within the time it took to begin this post. Someone be bold and make a home for one! As an aside, I bought a proto frame way back in 2007—a proto bleriot. Set it up as a single. I love that bike and would have no reservations whatsoever about getting a proto; I mean the discount is crazy good and the product...it's still a Riv, rest assured. My proto compared to my Saluki has longer chainstays (yay) and less tire clearance (boo but still takes a 38 with fenders so not a big boo). Here are images of me on the proto in 2013 and my proto-inspired custom in 2015! Anyway, why is the 52 still sitting on the website? -rcw -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: OT:Is your bippy frozen?
Yes, if you're in Alaska they are ! As all that cold air goes down tho the lower 48, the temps can rise dramatically in Alaska :-) When it's sub zero cold in Minnesota, it's above freezing in Alaska . On Monday, March 2, 2015 at 4:17:35 PM UTC-5, Jim Bronson wrote: blue northers are cycling heaven??? yeah, if you're headed in a south or southeasterly direction ;) -- 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Stop Breaking Things
Broke a saddle -- SMAFU Ride started late -- SMAFU BART made it later -- SMAFU no real plans -- SMAFU made it up on the way -- SMAFU good climbing -- SMAFU overtightened parts -- SMAFU constant pounding -- SMAFU trail repair tested with DH action -- SMAFU Shell Ridge Xtra credit -- SMAFU watermelon stoppage -- SMAFU On Monday, March 2, 2015 at 10:42:21 AM UTC-8, Manuel Acosta wrote: Broke a saddle on the last ride. Not mine. Emily's. Let me start from the beginning... Sunday Funday Ride started really late. 10ish which meant more like 1030ish. Bart was running late so really ride started 11ish. Had no real plans actually was planning on making up the ride as we went. Luckily Nic came by and knew all the good routes. All good climbing too. Somehow on the climb up to the top Emily felt that her saddle was getting really flexy. Then snap. Right through the rails. Could of happened from tightening the rails too much or from constant pounding. Just goes to show you nothing last forever. 3ish years is a good run on a comfortable saddle just saying. Wilson had a similar issue in the same location we just moved the saddle forward and clamped the broken part in between the saddle clamp and bingo good enough for some DH action. We rode some more extra credit into Shell Ridge and stopped in at Nic place for some watermelon stoppage. All good times overall just 3 hours of riding. Short ones are good ones. Pictures Proved that you can pack really good riding in only 3 hours: https://flic.kr/s/aHsk8jTd8K Manny Breaking things is normal Acosta -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: OT:Is your bippy frozen?
blue northers are cycling heaven??? yeah, if you're headed in a south or southeasterly direction ;) On Mon, Mar 2, 2015 at 3:02 PM, Ron Mc bulldog...@gmail.com wrote: after a December week on the north slope, when I got back to muggy Anchorage, it was 25 and I was sweating in a sweater - but we're used to rides in the 50s and 60s and they call that winter. What's wonderful is when we get what we call a blue norther - cold high pressure turns the sky dark blue, no humidity and those 40-degree mornings are cycling heaven. On Monday, March 2, 2015 at 10:21:19 AM UTC-6, Deacon Patrick wrote: Just to get a look of disgruntlement from Ron, we're sunny, 28˚F, 100% humidity, multiple layers of snow on the trail, and it was t-shirt weather for my ride this morning. Grin. Grit, grime, snow, slush and ice is good for the drivetrain, right? Building character and strength? Grin. With abandon, Patrick -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Keep the metal side up and the rubber side down! -- 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Someone buy one of those long bikes!
Okay, just to be OCD, here are the sizes, prices, and links. Tell me they are not steals. Women, do not be shy on these smaller bikes. 46cm Clem Smith Prototype - Complete, $1100: http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/wsf-123.htm 52cm Appaloosa Complete, $2900: http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/wsf-124.htm 53cm Appalossa Proto-lengthy, frame only: $: 3 http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/wsf-125.htm 59cm Clem Smith Prototype - Complete, $1100: http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/wsf-122.htm enough long bikes for 4 smart people of all different sizes. -- 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Naked cotton tape
Last year when I got the QB, I intentionally rode it shellac free, then with a single layer of shellac. Here s what I noted about the differences, especially prevalent/noticeable the rougher the road/trail is. Shellac is: -- rougher on my hands, causing blisters on multi-mile rough descents. -- less grippy when wet (from sweat or rain). So this is the year of going shellac free and seeing what happens. Grin. With abandon, Patrick -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Someone buy one of those long bikes!
Never mind - I should have read Drew's post. I'm guessing that your computer is caching old pages, Bill. Darn it. On Monday, March 2, 2015 at 4:12:46 PM UTC-7, iamkeith wrote: On Monday, March 2, 2015 at 2:06:31 PM UTC-7, Bill Lindsay wrote: One of the most endearing parts of the Riv-Staff is how they each seem to have their own particular way of interacting with the Riv-Site. It makes it kind of like easter egg hunt. Click New Items and you see $2900 57.5cm Longbike It's absolutely classic. You gotta want it. Huh. What am I doing wrong? I can't see this. Now that there's been some actual sizing information released for the Clem Smith Jr. (which looks completely non-sensical to me and is unlikely to fit me or anyone else between 5'-11 and 6'-2, to my eye), I'm really regretting letting that recent brown one, that Ben G got, slip away. -- 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Protovelo questions
first of all, good job on the little green Clem! Here's what I know from my own experience... I think currently the appaloosa's have been made by Mark Nobilette. Not sure about where production will go for the appaloosas or the clems. I got some spec's on my protobleriot (max. tire size) from Riv. But I remember at some point, them saying if you gotta ask a million spec questions, you might be too nervous or something to that effect. Mostly, don't expect the production model for a proto price. That said, from my experience, do expect a riv. (I am the same way about trying to get all the spec's) Not sure what to say about removing the proto decals and then reselling. I think if you are the bonafide owner, you can reorder decals for the same bike. Putting other-model riv decals (excpet maybe Resurrectio decals) on an inappropriate bike would be way way way off limits. A misrepresentation at a bare minimum. For example, the Rivendell decal means that the bike is a custom Rivendell. I'm sure that Riv guards those decals like they guard their headbadges: under penalty of death do you get one without being the documented owner of the bike and then I think you need to believably make the case that your bike has lost its decal/headbadge. Grant's post about the Bridgestone badge evidences his philosophy on badge etiquette. As for my own proto, I love having that designation. People are generally quite curious about it, which is fun. Hope this is helpful. Again, congrat's! -- 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Naked cotton tape
In lieu of taking a strong position in cotton tape commodities, I had to relegate my preference of the hand offered by the bare cloth and shellac. It was for the all-weather capacity and lack of room to tote replacement rolls on a long, super-fly cross country test ride of my Rambouillet. To note: the perspiration or rain-moistened hand actually has an active grip with the shellacked surface, polishing it over time. Improved sensation of the bike's behavior was why I wasn't applying cork or plastic padded tape or hiding squishy things under the cotton. The well-fit bike took care of those issues without bodge. Andy Cheatham Pittsburgh (where I hear a bird chirping out in the afternoon sun-drenched snow, complaining about being the early bird) On Monday, March 2, 2015 at 11:50:39 AM UTC-5, Deacon Patrick wrote: I much prefer the feel of un-shellacked cotton bar tape. Softer, better grip on jouncy trails, better sweat absorption. Until it is gunky. Any way to retain the feel of unfinished cotton tape longer, other than “it’s so cheep, just tape over it when needed”? With abandon, Patrick *www.MindYourHeadCoop.org http://www.MindYourHeadCoop.org* *www.OurHolyConception.org http://www.OurHolyConception.org* -- 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Naked cotton tape
1. Maybe pull on the tape, super-tight, when you install it on the bars. Maintain high tension when installing. Might help? 2. You could also try different brands and widths. I like *Green grips cotton bartape. http://www.greengrips.org/ http://www.greengrips.org/* *They also have wide widths (heavyweight tape).* Maybe one of those would work better than what you are using. I shellac mine though. The Evening Blue matches the Blue Sam's great once you get several clear shellac coats on it. https://www.flickr.com/photos/70237737@N00/14193457709/in/set-72157633085407086 -- 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Naked cotton tape
Here is what the heavyweight looks like, I think this was unshellaced or just a few coats of clear. But you can see the width. -- 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Naked cotton tape
Here is the heavyweight width, so you can see what it looks like: https://www.flickr.com/photos/70237737@N00/12396140115/in/set-72157640701338654 -- 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Someone buy one of those long bikes!
On Monday, March 2, 2015 at 2:06:31 PM UTC-7, Bill Lindsay wrote: One of the most endearing parts of the Riv-Staff is how they each seem to have their own particular way of interacting with the Riv-Site. It makes it kind of like easter egg hunt. Click New Items and you see $2900 57.5cm Longbike It's absolutely classic. You gotta want it. Huh. What am I doing wrong? I can't see this. Now that there's been some actual sizing information released for the Clem Smith Jr. (which looks completely non-sensical to me and is unlikely to fit me or anyone else between 5'-11 and 6'-2, to my eye), I'm really regretting letting that recent brown one, that Ben G got, slip away. -- 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Camera Bag companion for ShopSack / Wald Basket
Also, Ape Case makes the norazza, about 41/2 by 91/2 Jim D. Massachusetts On Sunday, March 1, 2015 at 3:13:54 PM UTC-5, Roger wrote: Recently, I've been working on my camera skills in conjunction with investing in new camera gear (Olympus EM10 with several native and adaped lenses), and have been looking for a good way to carry an outing's worth of equipment along in a secure fashion. Camera bags are great, but bag inserts are a nice way to go if you already have a main bag you like and just want a camera bag to fit inside. The Timbuk2 Snoop Insert http://www.timbuk2.com/snoop-camera-insert/869.html?dwvar_869_size=3dwvar_869_color=2076mkwid=sL8s6jPW1pkw=timbuk2%20snoop%20insertpcrid=48320977024pdv=cgclid=CMLMyZn4h8QCFYiVfgodQg0AUw is a nice way to go, if you already have a messenger bag. You can buy the same size insert as your bag to completely fill the main compartment, or you can get the insert that is one size down to still have some room left for other things.I have a Small insert in a Medium bag, and it holds most all of my gear. The Shopsack / Wald basket combo is perhaps the most perfect bike accessory. It is the best commute and errand running setup I've used, and what I really wanted was an insert to work with the ShopSack. A Camaroo insert is a nice, smaller bag insert. I have the Express Insert https://www.flickr.com/photos/56856126@N02/sets/72157651041432016/with/16498118769/for Micro Four Third / Mirrorless Camera, which snuggles nicely into a Medium Shopsack. I like it for on the bike. I can access my gear while straddling the bike and keeping anything from moving around on me. It's also really good for when you pull the Shopsack off the bike and carry it ... wherever you are headed. My bag is about 8.5 x 6 x 4 and holds the camera, up to 4 lenses, and various things. It takes up less than half of the zippable capacity of the Medium Shopsack, leaving space for your tools, personables and sweater. -- 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Protovelo questions
PRO TOV ELO On Monday, March 2, 2015 at 2:08:12 PM UTC-8, drew beckmeyer wrote: thanks Liesl, you bring up and answer a lot of decal questions/issues that i hadnt even thought about. i doubt it'll be resold, but that is a super valid point should it come to that. -- 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Stop Breaking Things
When I saw the title poster, I thought Oh boy, what now, Manny?. Saddle rails, clamps clamp bolts take a beating, so huge surprise. Cheap plastic based saddles only last about a year, so i assume the one that failed was a decent one. Oh well, stuff breaks. dougP On Monday, March 2, 2015 at 10:42:21 AM UTC-8, Manuel Acosta wrote: Broke a saddle on the last ride. Not mine. Emily's. Let me start from the beginning... Sunday Funday Ride started really late. 10ish which meant more like 1030ish. Bart was running late so really ride started 11ish. Had no real plans actually was planning on making up the ride as we went. Luckily Nic came by and knew all the good routes. All good climbing too. Somehow on the climb up to the top Emily felt that her saddle was getting really flexy. Then snap. Right through the rails. Could of happened from tightening the rails too much or from constant pounding. Just goes to show you nothing last forever. 3ish years is a good run on a comfortable saddle just saying. Wilson had a similar issue in the same location we just moved the saddle forward and clamped the broken part in between the saddle clamp and bingo good enough for some DH action. We rode some more extra credit into Shell Ridge and stopped in at Nic place for some watermelon stoppage. All good times overall just 3 hours of riding. Short ones are good ones. Pictures Proved that you can pack really good riding in only 3 hours: https://flic.kr/s/aHsk8jTd8K Manny Breaking things is normal Acosta -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto rear rack and Sacksville bag
$180 for the bag. Shipped to CONUS. On Wednesday, February 11, 2015 at 1:13:37 PM UTC-8, Clayton.sf wrote: Rack sold. Bag still available On Tuesday, February 10, 2015 at 6:10:31 PM UTC-8, Kendallspower wrote: Sent you an email about the rack. Thank you. On Tuesday, February 10, 2015 at 12:29:30 PM UTC-8, Clayton.sf wrote: Hi All, Nitto Back-rack large. This one http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/r4l.htm. $180 shipped. Like new condition. Comes with all the hardware. This is the new model without the tombstone and 3 hole light mount. Sacksville Saddlesack Large in tan. In excellent condition. Complete with pouch and straps. http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/bassl-tan.htm $200 shipped to CONUS. Thanks, Clayton Scott SF, CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Naked cotton tape
Green Grips is on the list to try, though I'm sticking with Newbwaum's for this next round. I love the Newbaum's -- it's time to test it naked for a year. Yes, it is good to wrap it good and tight. With abandon, Patrick -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: OT:Is your bippy frozen?
40 in the morning, 70 in the afternoon, no wind, dry as a bone - you bet they are On Monday, March 2, 2015 at 3:17:35 PM UTC-6, Jim Bronson wrote: blue northers are cycling heaven??? yeah, if you're headed in a south or southeasterly direction ;) On Mon, Mar 2, 2015 at 3:02 PM, Ron Mc bulld...@gmail.com javascript: wrote: after a December week on the north slope, when I got back to muggy Anchorage, it was 25 and I was sweating in a sweater - but we're used to rides in the 50s and 60s and they call that winter. What's wonderful is when we get what we call a blue norther - cold high pressure turns the sky dark blue, no humidity and those 40-degree mornings are cycling heaven. On Monday, March 2, 2015 at 10:21:19 AM UTC-6, Deacon Patrick wrote: Just to get a look of disgruntlement from Ron, we're sunny, 28˚F, 100% humidity, multiple layers of snow on the trail, and it was t-shirt weather for my ride this morning. Grin. Grit, grime, snow, slush and ice is good for the drivetrain, right? Building character and strength? Grin. With abandon, Patrick -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bun...@googlegroups.com javascript:. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com javascript:. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Keep the metal side up and the rubber side down! -- 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Noodle to Albatross Conversion - Final Questions
The latest listings for those bars at Rivbike.com mention that you should use the stronger aluminum version for off-road riding. IMO if your off-road involves plonking along in gravel just like you would on pavement, this is not the dirt riding Riv is referring to. I'm sure they're talking about singletrack with bumps and logs and whatnot, at which point an Alba is a poor design anyway. I want flat or Moustache Bars for that kind of stuff. -- 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/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Naked cotton tape
A good tip I just remembered is to thoroughly wet the cotton tape just before installing. When it dries, it will shrink and be even tighter on the handlebars. Jay Hartman On Monday, March 2, 2015, Deacon Patrick lamontg...@mac.com wrote: Green Grips is on the list to try, though I'm sticking with Newbwaum's for this next round. I love the Newbaum's -- it's time to test it naked for a year. Yes, it is good to wrap it good and tight. With abandon, Patrick -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','rbw-owners-bunch%2bunsubscr...@googlegroups.com'); . To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','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/d/optout. -- 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/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: Someone buy one of those long bikes!
On 03/02/2015 10:18 PM, Reid wrote: My computer must also be caching old pages. How do I go about un-caching pages? Thanks for any help! Depends on your browser. Here's a link to the relevant Firefox help page: https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/how-clear-firefox-cache In any case, your browser should have a menu choice for help, and if you search for clear cache you'll find what you need. -- 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Someone buy one of those long bikes!
I did try to add the 57.5 to my cart and it does say Out of Stock. I hope that when the real production Appaloosas arrive, that you Keith will be able to buy one in your size, equipped suitably well for around the price you want to pay. On Monday, March 2, 2015 at 3:28:22 PM UTC-8, iamkeith wrote: Never mind - I should have read Drew's post. I'm guessing that your computer is caching old pages, Bill. Darn it. On Monday, March 2, 2015 at 4:12:46 PM UTC-7, iamkeith wrote: On Monday, March 2, 2015 at 2:06:31 PM UTC-7, Bill Lindsay wrote: One of the most endearing parts of the Riv-Staff is how they each seem to have their own particular way of interacting with the Riv-Site. It makes it kind of like easter egg hunt. Click New Items and you see $2900 57.5cm Longbike It's absolutely classic. You gotta want it. Huh. What am I doing wrong? I can't see this. Now that there's been some actual sizing information released for the Clem Smith Jr. (which looks completely non-sensical to me and is unlikely to fit me or anyone else between 5'-11 and 6'-2, to my eye), I'm really regretting letting that recent brown one, that Ben G got, slip away. -- 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/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: Someone buy one of those long bikes!
I'm still waiting for Riv to sell off the 68-71cm demo models in this fashion ;) On Mon, Mar 2, 2015 at 3:36 PM, Liesl li...@smm.org wrote: Okay, just to be OCD, here are the sizes, prices, and links. Tell me they are not steals. Women, do not be shy on these smaller bikes. 46cm Clem Smith Prototype - Complete, $1100: http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/wsf-123.htm 52cm Appaloosa Complete, $2900: http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/wsf-124.htm 53cm Appalossa Proto-lengthy, frame only: $: 3 http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/wsf-125.htm 59cm Clem Smith Prototype - Complete, $1100: http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/wsf-122.htm enough long bikes for 4 smart people of all different sizes. -- 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/d/optout. -- Keep the metal side up and the rubber side down! -- 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Someone buy one of those long bikes!
Hi Joe --not saying you're wrong, but I'm 5'2 and I do believe that's the same bike as the one I'm riding in the photo. The description says 80 pbh and I'm 76 but truly I t did not feel too big. I'm just saying 1) someone 5'3/5'4 could get away with it and 2) I know way more women read this listserv than post and that they/we tend to be shorter and so I just want to encourage them/us. -- 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Noodle to Albatross Conversion - Final Questions
I just finished placing my order. I decided to go with the CroMo Albatross bars. While I was at it, I ordered a pair of Miesha's cork grips and two rolls of brown Newbaum's tape. This tape will, I hope, match my well-loved B-17 honey saddle, which is looking pretty brown these days. My only hesitation was on the brake levers. I'm going to be patient and wait for the Tektro Mountain Levers - which were the ones that I really wanted - to come back in stock. The ETA for the levers in late March? which concerns me a bit. However, since I live in the Buffalo, NY area (and don't like to ride on snow-covered roads) I am going to risk missing a ride or two in exchange for the brake levers that I am after. I am quite excited about this project. I think that the new bars will bring new life to my old Trek. More importantly, I think that this setup will distinguish that bike from my other bikes, which both feature Noodles. Thanks for your help. I will post pictures when the project is completed. Sean On Monday, March 2, 2015 at 3:29:43 PM UTC-5, John wrote: How much does actually need to abuse their handlebars to need the aluminum over the CrMo bars? When I ordered my Hunq, I thought Riv said weight was the only difference. I don't remember seeing anything about the aluminum bars being preferred for gravel or fire roads. SurlyProf / John, have you tried using a torque wrench to tighten the stem? Did you bars still move? Thanks, John -- 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Naked cotton tape
Viva is by far my favorite cloth tape. Riv used to carry it and I was bummed when they stopped. It can be had through the GB store, at $9 a pair, plus shipping from Japan. I've been tempted many times to put in an order of just a few pair of bar tape. David Chicago On Monday, March 2, 2015 at 5:42:33 PM UTC-6, Deacon Patrick wrote: Green Grips is on the list to try, though I'm sticking with Newbwaum's for this next round. I love the Newbaum's -- it's time to test it naked for a year. Yes, it is good to wrap it good and tight. With abandon, Patrick -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Someone buy one of those long bikes!
My computer must also be caching old pages. How do I go about un-caching pages? Thanks for any help! Reid On Monday, March 2, 2015 at 3:28:22 PM UTC-8, iamkeith wrote: Never mind - I should have read Drew's post. I'm guessing that your computer is caching old pages, Bill. Darn it. On Monday, March 2, 2015 at 4:12:46 PM UTC-7, iamkeith wrote: Huh. What am I doing wrong? I can't see this. Now that there's been some actual sizing information released for the Clem Smith Jr. (which looks completely non-sensical to me and is unlikely to fit me or anyone else between 5'-11 and 6'-2, to my eye), I'm really regretting letting that recent brown one, that Ben G got, slip away. -- 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Someone buy one of those long bikes!
I'm not sure the 52 and 53 qualify as smaller/women's bikes. I'm 5-7-ish with a 78 pbh, and both of these are too big for me according to the site's recommended pbh ranges. These are sized with Riv's current expanded frame numbers, which means my normal 52/53/54 seattube on a flat-toptube frame gets cut down to around 48 for these bicycles. Just thought I should point that out before y'all shorter-like-me folks get too excited :) Okay, just to be OCD, here are the sizes, prices, and links. Tell me they are not steals. Women, do not be shy on these smaller bikes. 46cm Clem Smith Prototype - Complete, $1100: http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/wsf-123.htm 52cm Appaloosa Complete, $2900: http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/wsf-124.htm 53cm Appalossa Proto-lengthy, frame only: $: 3 http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/wsf-125.htm 59cm Clem Smith Prototype - Complete, $1100: http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/wsf-122.htm enough long bikes for 4 smart people of all different sizes. -- 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Someone buy one of those long bikes!
Ah, somehow I missed that the pic is you on the 52. It looks to be showing more seatpost than my ANT Roadster, with a similar reach to those long Bosco Bars. This tells me that the Riv listing is a bit conservative, 'cause I've no doubt I could fit that proto. You are quite correct in your advice about who should be looking at those frames. On Monday, March 2, 2015 at 5:49:21 PM UTC-8, Liesl wrote: Hi Joe --not saying you're wrong, but I'm 5'2 and I do believe that's the same bike as the one I'm riding in the photo. The description says 80 pbh and I'm 76 but truly I t did not feel too big. I'm just saying 1) someone 5'3/5'4 could get away with it and 2) I know way more women read this listserv than post and that they/we tend to be shorter and so I just want to encourage them/us. -- 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Stop Breaking Things
SMAFU Haiku! :clap - Andrew, Berkeley On Monday, March 2, 2015 at 3:33:33 PM UTC-8, Bill Lindsay wrote: Broke a saddle -- SMAFU Ride started late -- SMAFU BART made it later -- SMAFU no real plans -- SMAFU made it up on the way -- SMAFU good climbing -- SMAFU overtightened parts -- SMAFU constant pounding -- SMAFU trail repair tested with DH action -- SMAFU Shell Ridge Xtra credit -- SMAFU watermelon stoppage -- SMAFU On Monday, March 2, 2015 at 10:42:21 AM UTC-8, Manuel Acosta wrote: Broke a saddle on the last ride. Not mine. Emily's. Let me start from the beginning... Sunday Funday Ride started really late. 10ish which meant more like 1030ish. Bart was running late so really ride started 11ish. Had no real plans actually was planning on making up the ride as we went. Luckily Nic came by and knew all the good routes. All good climbing too. Somehow on the climb up to the top Emily felt that her saddle was getting really flexy. Then snap. Right through the rails. Could of happened from tightening the rails too much or from constant pounding. Just goes to show you nothing last forever. 3ish years is a good run on a comfortable saddle just saying. Wilson had a similar issue in the same location we just moved the saddle forward and clamped the broken part in between the saddle clamp and bingo good enough for some DH action. We rode some more extra credit into Shell Ridge and stopped in at Nic place for some watermelon stoppage. All good times overall just 3 hours of riding. Short ones are good ones. Pictures Proved that you can pack really good riding in only 3 hours: https://flic.kr/s/aHsk8jTd8K Manny Breaking things is normal Acosta -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Someone buy one of those long bikes!
I'm in over my head here , but hopefully someone else can help. -- 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Naked cotton tape
I know we're talking about cotton here, but on my more modern builds (all my vintage builds get cotton) I switched to Fizik Microtex. It's amazing stuff. It has the feel (and look) of perforated leather without the slimy slippery feeling of real leather when it gets wet. It's not spongy like cork tape. And it cleans with a sponge and some dilute soap. It seems to last forever. I like it so much I'm tempted to use it on my vintage builds. Anton On Monday, March 2, 2015 at 5:40:34 PM UTC-5, Deacon Patrick wrote: Last year when I got the QB, I intentionally rode it shellac free, then with a single layer of shellac. Here s what I noted about the differences, especially prevalent/noticeable the rougher the road/trail is. Shellac is: -- rougher on my hands, causing blisters on multi-mile rough descents. -- less grippy when wet (from sweat or rain). So this is the year of going shellac free and seeing what happens. Grin. With abandon, Patrick -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: march cycling challenge?
Hmm, I like this idea. My work schedule has been insane lately, which has led to very little riding. There's two days a week I definitely can't ride, but I should be able to make the 24-day plan work. 30-60 minutes a day for 24 days doesn't sound like much, but in my current world it's actually a bit of a challenge, and one I tend to blow off. Yes, I can fit 30-60 in, but only just. I needed this push..I'm in! Thanks for finding this, Jim. Joe just get out there and ride Bernard Vallejo, CA. On Monday, March 2, 2015 at 12:49:43 PM UTC-8, Jim Bronson wrote: http://eprider.blogspot.com/2015/03/march-madness-30-day-cycling-challenge.html I know this is someone on this list, but I don't remember whom. I thought April was the big month for cycling challenges, or at least that's what I've been seeing on Facebook. -- Keep the metal side up and the rubber side down! -- 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Early 56cm Atlantis on LA/OC Craigslist
Nice build. No affiliation. http://orangecounty.craigslist.org/bik/4911285981.html Jeff Hagedorn Los Angeles, CA USA -- 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Someone buy one of those long bikes!
Thanks a lot Jeff! The CTRL F5 on Windows worked great. Now I can see what everyone's talking about. Reid On Monday, March 2, 2015 at 7:53:46 PM UTC-8, sameness wrote: In most cases, it's CTRL + F5 for Windows and Linux, and CMD + Shift + R for Mac. Pre-emptive admission that I'm sure there's more than three cases where I'm wrong. Note you're performing these keystrokes while on the specific page you're attempting to reload. Clearing the entire browser cache is a whole 'nother thing. Google. Jeff Hagedorn Los Angeles, CA USA On Monday, March 2, 2015 at 7:18:01 PM UTC-8, Reid wrote: My computer must also be caching old pages. How do I go about un-caching pages? Thanks for any help! Reid -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Someone buy one of those long bikes!
In most cases, it's CTRL + F5 for Windows and Linux, and CMD + Shift + R for Mac. Pre-emptive admission that I'm sure there's more than three cases where I'm wrong. Note you're performing these keystrokes while on the specific page you're attempting to reload. Clearing the entire browser cache is a whole 'nother thing. Google. Jeff Hagedorn Los Angeles, CA USA On Monday, March 2, 2015 at 7:18:01 PM UTC-8, Reid wrote: My computer must also be caching old pages. How do I go about un-caching pages? Thanks for any help! Reid -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Someone buy one of those long bikes!
Me too! Though I'm gathering that they wont have quite the tire clearance that the Clem and Mystery Bikes had. I'll probably end up buying a Clem in the meantime anyway, and seeing if the lack of clearance bothers me. Funny thing is that the price isn't the most compelling part of the bike to me by a long shot. I'd really just like to have the Riv ride quality in a fat tire, and I cant ignore all the praise for the long chainstays. -- 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/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Naked cotton tape
What... No one here uses merino wool bartape?!?!?! -- 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Noodle to Albatross Conversion - Final Questions
How much does actually need to abuse their handlebars to need the aluminum over the CrMo bars? When I ordered my Hunq, I thought Riv said weight was the only difference. I don't remember seeing anything about the aluminum bars being preferred for gravel or fire roads. SurlyProf / John, have you tried using a torque wrench to tighten the stem? Did you bars still move? Thanks, John -- 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/d/optout.
[RBW] march cycling challenge?
http://eprider.blogspot.com/2015/03/march-madness-30-day-cycling-challenge.html I know this is someone on this list, but I don't remember whom. I thought April was the big month for cycling challenges, or at least that's what I've been seeing on Facebook. -- Keep the metal side up and the rubber side down! -- 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Grant sets them straight with letter to editor
This all reminds me I personally need to be WAY MORE tolerant WAY MORE patient and give everyone the benefit of the doubt that they may just be having a bad day, or I just don't understand where they are coming from. Besides, my Hawaiian shirts, Luxos headlight, 2 sets of MonkeyLectric Monkey Lights, 3 flashing rear lights, and tendency to whistle the tunes from Close Encounters or the X-Files as I ride through my neighborhood must annoy someone. John -- 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: OT:Is your bippy frozen?
It's always Summer ! It's the One and only Season . There is Summer, Summer fall-ing asleep, Summer sleeping and Summer spring-ing awake ;-) -- 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Solvent tank for drivetrain cleaning
Marc, Home Depot has them in the paint section. It is a bucket designed for holding paint. It is white plastic. On Sunday, March 1, 2015 at 8:23:19 AM UTC-5, Marc Irwin wrote: Where did you find a bucket with a lid tight enough to prevent the WD-40 from evaporating? Marc On Friday, February 27, 2015 at 11:58:15 AM UTC-5, Brian Campbell wrote: I use a 2 gallon plastic bucket (has a tight fitting lid) and fill with WD-40. I have a small parts bucket that fits inside. In 5 years, I have had to add about a half a gallon of WD-40. Works really well. On Thursday, February 26, 2015 at 8:19:30 PM UTC-5, KenP wrote: Has anyone thought of using an old crockpot to soak parts in? On Tuesday, February 24, 2015 at 1:35:22 PM UTC-5, Jim Bronson wrote: Does anyone have a solvent tank for drivetrain parts cleaning? That seems like the ultimate solution for cleaning greasy parts. It would be nice to have two chains and just leave one in there all the time. The drawbacks are, potential fumes in an enclosed area and they're expensive. I found this one on Amazon but it's $205... http://www.amazon.com/Gallon-Pressure-Cleaner-Solvent-Electric/dp/B0029443HG Plus 20 gallons of solvent, may put this in the category of maybe someday I also do some work on my cars though and it would be nice to have for that as well. So maybe the dual use will justify it ;) -- Keep the metal side up and the rubber side down! -- 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: OT:Is your bippy frozen?
At this point I'd kill for a relatively dry day forecast above 40. As of now it looks like I'll be sporting a noodly pair of legs (at best) come the start of spring here in NYC. Bey hey -- we can't complain about the skiing, at least! -- 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/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] OT:Is your bippy frozen?
in the case of Texas, it's not the heat (cold), it's the humidity - holding at 32 with light rain is cold that gets through your layers - even permeates the house. On Sunday, March 1, 2015 at 8:10:49 PM UTC-6, Jim Bronson wrote: Can you send some BTUs to Texas also? It hasn't gotten over 45 in like 4-5 days. The average high for March 1 is 68. I had to call off the 200K I was hosting yesterday due to Winter Storm Warning for freezing rain overnight lasting until noon Saturday. I think I'm finally going to have to bundle up and go ride, it's 40.6 and I'm hoping the rain has finally stopped. On Sun, Mar 1, 2015 at 8:10 AM, Michael Hechmer mhec...@gmail.com javascript: wrote: I hope your bippy hasn't frozen to the saddle. Here in Westford Vermont its cold. My kitchen thermometer hasn't broken freezing since Jan 4th. At the town weather station, which is up hill from me and thus 10-15 degrees warmer than our kitchen thermometer gets down to on the really cold nights, they recorded average temperature for Feb.of just 6 degrees, with twenty nights below zero. We personally recorded 4 nights with temperatures below minus 20, including this one last Monday. https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-mzHQ-kK1UpQ/VPMcX4DhzdI/A4A/p1Qr4eWZFDE/s1600/IMG_0570.jpg March hasn't exactly gotten off to a great start either. Minus 10 this morning. Fortunately I have a good wood stove and radiant floor heat, but it hasn't been much fun being outdoors. It would be much appreciated if those of you in Ca. would send us a few BTUs. Michael -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bun...@googlegroups.com javascript:. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com javascript:. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Keep the metal side up and the rubber side down! -- 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: A Roadeo rider in Arizona
A merging of two of my primary interests! You probably know this but I doubt many other people reading this thread do, but Billy the Kid killed his first man at Fort Grant, near Mt. Graham. This killing is what led him to change his name to William H. Bonney. He fled Fort Grant and returned to New Mexico and made history. On Sunday, March 1, 2015 at 4:17:11 PM UTC-6, reynoldslugs wrote: Took a few days off to hit some mountains in Arizona, on the Roadeo. Pics prove it happened: https://www.flickr.com/photos/41563482@N06/sets/72157651100198232/ Mt. Graham is a little over 9,000 feet at the top. The views were worth it. enjoy, Max Beach Sonoma County CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: New bike day
Congratulations! Bikes are good for fantastic sleep! Grin. With abandon, Patrick On Monday, March 2, 2015 at 9:01:19 AM UTC-7, Kenneth Cote wrote: Samuel Hillborne delivered to work Friday. Put together Saturday morning with only one spare part. 8 mile shakedown Saturday and 15 miles on the Foothills trail on Sunday. Something rubbing occasionally on the front. I'll check the fender again. First full nights sleep I've had in months. -- 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/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] fs/t
What's slightly bigger? My 63cm canti-rom continues to be neglected. Note: 63cm is c-t. 58.5cm top tube, c-c 63cm seat tube, c-t On Sunday, March 1, 2015 at 9:15:28 PM UTC-5, Jim Bronson wrote: Are you located in Australia? Please advise. ;) On Sun, Mar 1, 2015 at 8:12 AM, 'freedom' via RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com javascript: wrote: riv Romulus 56 blue vg cond- looking to sell or trade for slightly bigger riv, Paul in Salisbury md -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bun...@googlegroups.com javascript:. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com javascript:. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- Keep the metal side up and the rubber side down! -- 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Solvent tank for drivetrain cleaning
I went digging to find out the status of El Duke degreaser. Since Rivendell sells it, I contacted them. Here's what Spencer told me: Hi Beth- The El Duke guy quit making the stuff for a year or so a couple years ago. Then he moved to WC and we convinced him to start making it again. I think Riv is the one and only place to get it since he does not have the time to distribute it all by himself (the El Duke project is a side job). So there you have it. It's now a smaller side project, and available ONLY through RBW in 12 oz. bottles. Still worth it, if you ask me. Beth H. -- 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Renewing a Canvas and Leather Bag
As other's stated, Berthoud Bags are not waxed. Doesn't mean you can't. But, it will change the feel and look of the bag. Regarding the technique... https://vimeo.com/8025058 - Jim cyclofiend.com -- 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Noodle to Albatross Conversion - Final Questions
I prefer the cromo bars as I found the aluminum bars to be a little stiffer. I had problems with them staying in place when I hit a bump with my weight on them. They rotated down on me. The cromo bars felt a little smoother and I liked that they appeared to blend visually with the Nitto stem and other components. The aluminum ones were brighter and colder looking. John On Sunday, March 1, 2015 at 10:29:08 AM UTC-8, SeanMac wrote: I've spent quite a bit of time this winter contemplating a project to convert my early 1990 Trek 520 Touring bike to a more upright, around town bike. The bike is all set with fenders and racks. The next step is to replace the Noodles with Albatross bars. Here are my questions. First, given that I have absolutely no concern about the weight of this bike, is there any reason NOT to to buy the $68 CrMo Albas that Riv offers? Since this bike will be ridden on roads only, I can't see any reason to spend $90 to buy the lighter and stronger heat treated aluminum version of the Alba. Secondly, I am curious if anyone has used the Shimano MTB brake lever that Rivendell sells. It seems like a good, solid, relatively nice-looking brake lever. I will be using it to pull Tektro 559 sidepull brakes. Thanks for your thoughts. Sean -- 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/d/optout.
[RBW] FS: Racks! Front rear / Tubus Bruce Gordon
Hi, I have several front and rear racks I'd like to sell, along with quite a bit of other stuff as well. I was laid off effective last Friday, so suddenly my desire to convert my excess bike bits into cash is much increased! BTW, if anyone knows of a position for an experienced operations research professional (extensive background in mathematical optimization and simulation), please let me know! Racks currently on offer (prices do not include shipping, which will be at cost and can be determined after packing): 1) New, never installed, Bruce Gordon front lowrider rack, as seen here: http://www.bgcycles.com/racks.html Unopened bag of attachment hardware still taped to the rack. One of the finest lowrider racks available, nicer construction than Tubus IMO. $185 on BG's website or $145 from Jack's garage. 2) Used Bruce Gordon rear rack with all mounting hardware. Rack itself is very good condition, but the generic mounting bolts are not stainless and are no longer shiny. See it here: http://www.bgcycles.com/new-page-14/ $208 from Bruce Gordon, say $130. 3) New Tubus Cosmo stainless rear rack (with low-ish rider mounts). Installed on a Waterford touring bike I was building, then removed without ever having a pannier mounted on it. Original version of the Cosmo, so looks like this: http://www.therandonneeshop.com/medi...ubus_Cosmo.jpg http://www.therandonneeshop.com/media/238/Tubus_Cosmo.jpg Included is the $13 Tubus Lower Rack Mounting Kit, which can be used to position the rack slightly further back to increase clearance for heels or disc brakes, or help on bikes with normal length chainstays. $210+$13=$223 is cheapest online price I see; say $170 for everything. I'll be posting gobs more stuff in the near future. Next up will be a collection of jerseys, including wool by Rapha and Castelli. Cheers and safe riding! -Jack -- 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Renewing a Canvas and Leather Bag
Dear Eric, The Berthoud bags aren't waxed. The differential fading on the canvas is part of its charm. However, the leather should be kept treated. I've historically used sno-seal or Obenaufs. Blow-dry the bag enough to heat the leather a bit, then carefully apply to the piping and edging. You'll probably need a small brush to do it accurately, and throwing the treatment in a double boiler or (carefully) in the microwave to melt it in its plastic tin doesn't hurt either. Try to keep it off of the canvas, as it will stain. A Berthoud bag will be waterproof as long as the top vinyl map pocket cover isn't cracked and you're using fenders to keep road lime from saturating the bag, and it will be highly water resistant otherwise. I've never soaked anything carried in one in over twenty years of using their products. Any competent tack shop can replace the window material, which will eventually crack in cold weather if used outside year-round. For maximum aesthetic appeal you'll want to use an awl and re-sew the top yourself to match the existing holes in the leather. Unfortunately, the Berthoud bags apparently don't use UV-stabilized vinyl, and their material choice seems to prioritize flexibility over durability. There are marine-supply places that sell boat window material (Strataglass is one brand that I've used) that is very, very durable for cycling conditions, if a hassle to sew with, and I'd seek out a scrap once the window cracks. Typical fabric-store stuff will not last more than a year or two years, and a Berthoud is a long-term investment. Best, Will William M. deRosset Fort Collins, CO On Wednesday, February 25, 2015 at 7:47:14 PM UTC-7, Eric Norris wrote: I have become the owner of a somewhat *beausaged* Berthoud bag, and I wonder if this group might have suggestions for making it look somewhat newer. Should I throw it in the washing machine? Scrub it with a brush? And then what? Rewax it? Thanks in advance! --Eric N www.CampyOnly.com CampyOnlyGuy.blogspot.com Twitter: @CampyOnlyGuy -- 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/d/optout.
[RBW] New bike day
Samuel Hillborne delivered to work Friday. Put together Saturday morning with only one spare part. 8 mile shakedown Saturday and 15 miles on the Foothills trail on Sunday. Something rubbing occasionally on the front. I'll check the fender again. First full nights sleep I've had in months. -- 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/d/optout.
[RBW] FS - 54cm Samuel Hillborne plus
The subject says it. I bought this frame in late October and built it up in early November. BUT, shoulder problems have kept me from riding it except circuits of my driveway as a shake-down after building. It's built with a Sugino XD crank (175mm) with 34/46 rings, Old school Shimano XT rear derailleur and FSA compact front, Peter White - built wheels with XTR hubs Mavic Open Sport rims, Ritchey 120mm stem and Albatross bars. Shifters are Ultegra bar-ends on Paul Thumbies. The seatpost is the Kalloy that came with the frame. The brakes are Paul Racer centerpulls (black). I'll sell it complete for $1700 or negotiate a frame-plus-parts deal with a serious buyer. Shipping will be actual FedEx Ground from Knoxville, TN. Pictures are forthcoming. I'm selling to cover the deductible for shoulder surgery. Please inquire off-list. Thanks, Jim -- 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: OT:Is your bippy frozen?
Just to get a look of disgruntlement from Ron, we're sunny, 28˚F, 100% humidity, multiple layers of snow on the trail, and it was t-shirt weather for my ride this morning. Grin. Grit, grime, snow, slush and ice is good for the drivetrain, right? Building character and strength? Grin. With abandon, Patrick -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Meisha's cork grips getting shorter
btw, I used shellac on the twine wrap, but I'm using spar varnish on the cork grips. It only has 3 coats in my photo, but will get 6-7 total and will have the same sheen as my daughter's grips. The varnish remains flexible (vs. shellac), and the cork remains squeezy. On Sunday, March 1, 2015 at 7:56:18 PM UTC-6, frank_a wrote: Sorry, on a re-read I see that you did give an opinion. F. -- 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Naked cotton tape
I much prefer the feel of un-shellacked cotton bar tape. Softer, better grip on jouncy trails, better sweat absorption. Until it is gunky. Any way to retain the feel of unfinished cotton tape longer, other than “it’s so cheep, just tape over it when needed”? With abandon, Patrick www.MindYourHeadCoop.org www.OurHolyConception.org -- 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Stop Breaking Things
Broke a saddle on the last ride. Not mine. Emily's. Let me start from the beginning... Sunday Funday Ride started really late. 10ish which meant more like 1030ish. Bart was running late so really ride started 11ish. Had no real plans actually was planning on making up the ride as we went. Luckily Nic came by and knew all the good routes. All good climbing too. Somehow on the climb up to the top Emily felt that her saddle was getting really flexy. Then snap. Right through the rails. Could of happened from tightening the rails too much or from constant pounding. Just goes to show you nothing last forever. 3ish years is a good run on a comfortable saddle just saying. Wilson had a similar issue in the same location we just moved the saddle forward and clamped the broken part in between the saddle clamp and bingo good enough for some DH action. We rode some more extra credit into Shell Ridge and stopped in at Nic place for some watermelon stoppage. All good times overall just 3 hours of riding. Short ones are good ones. Pictures Proved that you can pack really good riding in only 3 hours: https://flic.kr/s/aHsk8jTd8K Manny Breaking things is normal Acosta -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Naked cotton tape
Agreed, I like the feel of untreated cotton, and agree that it becomes grungy fast. Don't know how to deal with that without destroying the tape. I also notice that the edges curl after awhile. Sorry I don't have a solution, but I do agree about the qualities of unfinished cotton. Anton On Monday, March 2, 2015 at 11:50:39 AM UTC-5, Deacon Patrick wrote: I much prefer the feel of un-shellacked cotton bar tape. Softer, better grip on jouncy trails, better sweat absorption. Until it is gunky. Any way to retain the feel of unfinished cotton tape longer, other than “it’s so cheep, just tape over it when needed”? With abandon, Patrick *www.MindYourHeadCoop.org http://www.MindYourHeadCoop.org* *www.OurHolyConception.org http://www.OurHolyConception.org* -- 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/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: Naked cotton tape
Back in the day, the pros of course started each stage of a multi-day race with fresh, white tape. You obviously need a mechanic and a soigneur to take care of those things for you. —Eric N campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com www.wheelsnorth.org Blog: http://campyonlyguy.blogspot.com Twitter: @campyonlyguy On Mar 2, 2015, at 11:08 AM, Anton Tutter atut...@gmail.com wrote: Agreed, I like the feel of untreated cotton, and agree that it becomes grungy fast. Don't know how to deal with that without destroying the tape. I also notice that the edges curl after awhile. Sorry I don't have a solution, but I do agree about the qualities of unfinished cotton. Anton On Monday, March 2, 2015 at 11:50:39 AM UTC-5, Deacon Patrick wrote: I much prefer the feel of un-shellacked cotton bar tape. Softer, better grip on jouncy trails, better sweat absorption. Until it is gunky. Any way to retain the feel of unfinished cotton tape longer, other than “it’s so cheep, just tape over it when needed”? With abandon, Patrick www.MindYourHeadCoop.org http://www.mindyourheadcoop.org/ www.OurHolyConception.org http://www.ourholyconception.org/ -- 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 mailto:rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- 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/d/optout.
RE: [RBW] Someone buy one of those long bikes!
Emphatic +1. I’m one of the early adopters who bought this bike at $4,000+, and it is one of the smoothest, most comfortable bikes I’ve ever ridden. But the handling is still very responsive. Plus the offbeat appearance, with the asymmetrical tentacular midstays, is a great conversation-starter. Great deal! From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Liesl Sent: Monday, March 02, 2015 2:51 PM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] Someone buy one of those long bikes! Oh my goodness they are a steal! I rode the 52 and it changed my thinking about a custom by about 180 degrees! I couldn't stop smiling! If you've thought about a longbike and are are short to medium height, GRAB it. I just saw the bigger blue frame-only on the website for $1100 but it disappeared within the time it took to begin this post. Someone be bold and make a home for one! As an aside, I bought a proto frame way back in 2007—a proto bleriot. Set it up as a single. I love that bike and would have no reservations whatsoever about getting a proto; I mean the discount is crazy good and the product...it's still a Riv, rest assured. My proto compared to my Saluki has longer chainstays (yay) and less tire clearance (boo but still takes a 38 with fenders so not a big boo). Here are images of me on the proto in 2013 and my proto-inspired custom in 2015! Anyway, why is the 52 still sitting on the website? -rcw -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.commailto:rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.commailto: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/d/optout. -- This email (and any attachments thereto) is intended only for use by the addressee(s) named herein and may contain legally privileged and/or confidential information. If you are not the intended recipient of this email, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this email (and any attachments thereto) is strictly prohibited. If you receive this email in error please immediately notify me at (212) 735-3000 and permanently delete the original email (and any copy of any email) and any printout thereof. Further information about the firm, a list of the Partners and their professional qualifications will be provided upon request. == -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To 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/d/optout.
