Re: [RBW] Re: OT, sorry, but somewhat urgent question about car trouble

[Patrick Moore]

It was the crankshaft sensor. Of course, I found all sorts of other things
to spend money on ... (but worth it, for me -- I hate working on cars).

I think someone suggested the crankshaft sensor? Gold star!

On Tue, Sep 26, 2017 at 6:26 PM, WETH  wrote:

> I am curious about the final diagnosis.  Did the shop figure it out?
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[RBW] Re: Driver: "I don't know bike language"

[Ron Mc]

If the road is blind in front of you, command the lane. If the driver tries 
to pass you on the blind and discovers oncoming traffic, he will choose to 
hit you rather than the oncoming car.  
When you command the lane, you force him to pass you only when he can 
command the other lane.  
Since I ride a lot of hills and twisty bits, I get a lot of practice at 
this.  
Good lighting improves your authority on the road.  

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[RBW] Re: Driver: "I don't know bike language"

[Ron Mc]

ps - if you're building a queue of cars behind you, find a place to get off 
the road and let them pass.  By queuing up traffic, you're only increasing 
your chances of being hit by one driver making a bad choice.  

On Wednesday, September 27, 2017 at 5:26:32 AM UTC-5, Ron Mc wrote:
>
> If the road is blind in front of you, command the lane. If the driver 
> tries to pass you on the blind and discovers oncoming traffic, he will 
> choose to hit you rather than the oncoming car.  
> When you command the lane, you force him to pass you only when he can 
> command the other lane.  
> Since I ride a lot of hills and twisty bits, I get a lot of practice at 
> this.  
> Good lighting improves your authority on the road.  
>

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Re: [RBW] Re: OT, sorry, but somewhat urgent question about car trouble

[Christopher Cote]

Woo-hoo! What do I win?

Good luck with the car!

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[RBW] Re: Driver: "I don't know bike language"

[lum gim fong]

This is why there should be a shoulder on every road.

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[RBW] Re: Zeus

['Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch]

I guess most of my bikes are pound-dog ugly, then. Nice job, lovely.

BTW, there is a production bicycle with a similar designation (but slightly 
different appearance), the JYD from All City:

[image: IMG_8901]

http://allcitycycles.com/blog/introducing_the_jyd

On Tuesday, September 26, 2017 at 12:24:58 PM UTC-4, Cyclofiend Jim wrote:
>
> This Zeus was given to me by a friend - it was, in the words of Fred 
> Haefele in "Rebuilding the Indian" - a "basket case."  It had sat in the 
> friend's garage for quite a few years - disassembled and dusty.  It landed 
> with me when 650B was a new things, so that became the project.  I tracked 
> down a bunch of additional Zeus bits via the web. It's kind of pound-dog 
> ugly, but I love when the light hits the green paint.
>
> http://www.cyclofiend.com/cc/2006/cc060r2-cc-jim0506.html
>
>
>
> On Monday, September 25, 2017 at 9:58:22 AM UTC-7, Christopher Cote wrote:
>>
>> I had heard of Zeus components, but I had never seen or heard of a Zeus 
>> frame until I read the piece in the Blug last week. Now today I went for a 
>> walk at lunch time, and what do I see locked up on the sidewalk? A Zeus 
>> bike. I'll post some pics I took later, but it appears to be lower-end than 
>> the one on the Blug. The rear derailleur is marked "sagittario Italy". 
>> Never heard of that, either.
>>
>> Chris
>>
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[RBW] Re: WTB: Brooks B68

[Steve Butcher]

Hi VeloVert.  PM sent.

Steve Butcher
Stockton, Missouri  USA

On Thursday, September 21, 2017 at 11:26:46 PM UTC-5, VeloVert wrote:
>
> Still looking for a Brooks B68 saddle in new/newish condition, preferably 
> in Black. I have a Brown Brooks Flyer in excellent condition (riden less 
> than 50 miles) that I would be willing to trade if anyone is interested. 
> Thank you.
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[RBW] Re: Driver: "I don't know bike language"

[Justin, Oakland]

I too use the more “natural” signals to show turn directions. Our current “bike 
language” was developed for cars that initially lacked turn signals and had 
only the ability to hang the left arm out the window.

Glad you are safe and while I disagree that “you can’t fix stupid” I do agree 
that it’s better to focus on being safe than right. The 2000lb object beats 
even our heavy 25/50lb bikes every time. 

-Justin

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[RBW] Re: WTB: SKS Fender Parts

[George Schick]

Kiley - The brake bridge mount from the P65 is metal and, using a pair of 
smooth jawed pliers (duck bills), you can bend the "fingers" that wrap 
under the fender to secure it.  So they will probably work on the 53 as 
well.  If you want these parts I can ship 'em to you.  PM me directly with 
address info if you're interested.

On Monday, September 25, 2017 at 1:24:43 PM UTC-5, Kiley DeMond wrote:
>
> Thanks, George. The only difference between fenders beginning with 'B' and 
> those beginning with 'P' is the black flap 'tail'. So, mine are 53s which 
> puts them right in between 45s and 65s. I believe the ones on from a 50 or 
> 55, if there is such a size, will be the best fit. As for being in a hurry, 
> this has been a multi-month project of humorous gyrations, so just let me 
> know when you can;-).
>
> On Sunday, September 24, 2017 at 12:46:09 PM UTC-7, George Schick wrote:
>>
>> Kiley - where are you located and how much of a hurry are you to get the 
>> parts?  I'm in the Chicago area and I have a whole box of extra SKS fender 
>> parts so I could probably give you what you want.  Let me see if I 
>> understand you correctly - you want 1) the long straight metal bracket with 
>> three holes to mount the front of the rear fender to the chain stay bridge 
>> and 2) the silver rear brake bridge mounting bracket?  I have the former 
>> and that's no big deal, but the latter varies by width of the fenders.  I 
>> have one extra for P45 fenders and another for P65 (26") fenders.  I'm not 
>> familiar with the B53 so I'm not sure about compatibility.  Lemme know what 
>> you'd like to do.
>>
>> George
>>
>> On Sunday, September 24, 2017 at 12:17:55 PM UTC-5, Kiley DeMond wrote:
>>>
>>> Additional info: The fender bridge should have been silver steel, the 
>>> plastic black one photographed is the substitute part that was stuck in the 
>>> package; it is probably the one from Planet Bike. The other missing piece 
>>> is the long metal bracket that goes inside the rear fender for mounting. 
>>>
>>> On Sunday, September 24, 2017 at 10:15:01 AM UTC-7, Kiley DeMond wrote:

 Hi- I bought a set of SKS fenders for my Cheviot off eBay (new) and the 
 parts package was missing two important components. I have an authorized 
 return for them, but since I already lined the inside of rear fender with 
 reflective tape (so it shows through the clear stripes that I do not care 
 for because with the tires, the stripes look black), I thought I would see 
 if anyone has these components available before I send them back (I 
 ordered 
 a set from a different source in hopes of being able to swap out the rear 
 fenders before sending the others back, but it doesn't look like they will 
 arrive in time). I found the bridge clip on Amazon for $11 which is absurd 
 considering the entire package cost $26. The fenders are the B53 
 Commuters. 

 Thanks! Kiley




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[RBW] For sale - Rivendell Romulus frame, fork, and headset with cantilever posts - size 61

[jtallman]

Often referred to as a "canti-rom" this Romulus uses cantilever brakes or 
v-brakes. I used Tektro mini v-brakes with regular pull levers and stopping 
power was excellent. I bought this from ebay 2 years ago. Rode it just over 
300 miles in about a year of use. I was able to fender a Jack Brown tire - 
clearance was tightest on the rear at both bridges. Actual 38 mm tires will 
fit without fenders.

61 cm seat tube, 58.5 cm top tube. Full geo available 
here: http://www.cyclofiend.com/Images/rbw/romulus/rom_flyer1-04.jpg

Pictures available here: https://flic.kr/s/aHskmd2HcU

I am 5'11" with a pbh of 87 cm. To get the reach to the drop bars to feel 
right to me I used a 7 cm stem.

I would describe the overall condition of the bike as very good to 
excellent. There are some scratches in the paint, particularly on the top 
tube which I tried to capture in the photos. Paint still shines, no dents 
or dings. The decals were removed, a look which I came to prefer. Rear 
dropouts are set at 132.5, allowing the use of either 130 or 135 hubs. I 
used both at different times with no issues.

Asking $800 plus shipping with bikeflights from zip code 24202. Contact me 
offlist and I will be glad to answer any questions. You might find it 
useful to search the messages on this forum for "Romulus" to get more 
information as well.

Thanks!

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Re: [RBW] Re: Driver: "I don't know bike language"

[Eric Norris]

Amen, brother. The “point up to indicate left” signal is non-intuitive and not 
nearly as clear as pointing left when you are turning left.

As Justin points out, the hand signals we learn in school (or at least used to 
learn) were developed for motor vehicles. You can’t stick your right arm out 
the passenger side window, so the “point up” signal was developed. The problem 
with this is that you have to learn what the signal means. If you don’t, it’s 
not clear at all what’s going on.

Pointing left to go left and pointing right to go right are almost impossible 
to understand.

And yes, this is a pet peeve of mine.

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> On Sep 27, 2017, at 6:29 AM, Justin, Oakland  wrote:
> 
> I too use the more “natural” signals to show turn directions. Our current 
> “bike language” was developed for cars that initially lacked turn signals and 
> had only the ability to hang the left arm out the window.
> 
> Glad you are safe and while I disagree that “you can’t fix stupid” I do agree 
> that it’s better to focus on being safe than right. The 2000lb object beats 
> even our heavy 25/50lb bikes every time. 
> 
> -Justin
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Re: [RBW] Re: Driver: "I don't know bike language"

[Steven Sweedler]

We have had this discussion on many rides. When we asked our local police
chief who was riding with us, his response was "I know which one is legal"
 When using your right arm to indicate a right turn your body can block the
motorist from seeing it. If there is much traffic I like to use both. Steve

On Wed, Sep 27, 2017 at 7:47 AM Eric Norris  wrote:

> Amen, brother. The “point up to indicate left” signal is non-intuitive and
> not nearly as clear as pointing left when you are turning left.
>
> As Justin points out, the hand signals we learn in school (or at least
> used to learn) were developed for motor vehicles. You can’t stick your
> right arm out the passenger side window, so the “point up” signal was
> developed. The problem with this is that you have to learn what the signal
> means. If you don’t, it’s not clear at all what’s going on.
>
> Pointing left to go left and pointing right to go right are almost
> impossible to understand.
>
> And yes, this is a pet peeve of mine.
>
> --Eric N
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> On Sep 27, 2017, at 6:29 AM, Justin, Oakland 
> wrote:
>
> I too use the more “natural” signals to show turn directions. Our current
> “bike language” was developed for cars that initially lacked turn signals
> and had only the ability to hang the left arm out the window.
>
> Glad you are safe and while I disagree that “you can’t fix stupid” I do
> agree that it’s better to focus on being safe than right. The 2000lb object
> beats even our heavy 25/50lb bikes every time.
>
> -Justin
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Re: [RBW] Re: Driver: "I don't know bike language"

[Eric Norris]

Yes, “impossible to mis-understand,” unlike my email.

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> On Sep 27, 2017, at 7:51 AM, Elton Pope-Lance  wrote:
> 
> That was meant to read “impossible to mis-understand”?
> 
> I agree 100%.
> 
> Elton Pope-Lance
> Vero Beach, FL: Where Riding is like swimming upstream.
> 
> 
>> On Sep 27, 2017, at 10:46 AM, Eric Norris > > wrote:
>> 
>> Amen, brother. The “point up to indicate left” signal is non-intuitive and 
>> not nearly as clear as pointing left when you are turning left.
>> 
>> As Justin points out, the hand signals we learn in school (or at least used 
>> to learn) were developed for motor vehicles. You can’t stick your right arm 
>> out the passenger side window, so the “point up” signal was developed. The 
>> problem with this is that you have to learn what the signal means. If you 
>> don’t, it’s not clear at all what’s going on.
>> 
>> Pointing left to go left and pointing right to go right are almost 
>> impossible to understand.
>> 
>> And yes, this is a pet peeve of mine.
>> 
>> --Eric N
>> campyonly...@me.com 
>> www.CampyOnly.com 
>> Campyonlyguy.blogspot.com 
>> @Campyonlyguy
>> 
>> 
>>> On Sep 27, 2017, at 6:29 AM, Justin, Oakland >> > wrote:
>>> 
>>> I too use the more “natural” signals to show turn directions. Our current 
>>> “bike language” was developed for cars that initially lacked turn signals 
>>> and had only the ability to hang the left arm out the window.
>>> 
>>> Glad you are safe and while I disagree that “you can’t fix stupid” I do 
>>> agree that it’s better to focus on being safe than right. The 2000lb object 
>>> beats even our heavy 25/50lb bikes every time. 
>>> 
>>> -Justin
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Re: [RBW] Re: Driver: "I don't know bike language"

[Eric Norris]

>From the official California driver training handbook:

"Bicyclists may give right turn-signals with their right arm held straight out, 
pointing right."

So, yes, pointing right to go right is legal for cyclists (in CA at least).

https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/dmv/detail/pubs/hdbk/signaling 

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> On Sep 27, 2017, at 7:51 AM, Steven Sweedler  wrote:
> 
> We have had this discussion on many rides. When we asked our local police 
> chief who was riding with us, his response was "I know which one is legal"  
> When using your right arm to indicate a right turn your body can block the 
> motorist from seeing it. If there is much traffic I like to use both. Steve
> 
> On Wed, Sep 27, 2017 at 7:47 AM Eric Norris  > wrote:
> Amen, brother. The “point up to indicate left” signal is non-intuitive and 
> not nearly as clear as pointing left when you are turning left.
> 
> As Justin points out, the hand signals we learn in school (or at least used 
> to learn) were developed for motor vehicles. You can’t stick your right arm 
> out the passenger side window, so the “point up” signal was developed. The 
> problem with this is that you have to learn what the signal means. If you 
> don’t, it’s not clear at all what’s going on.
> 
> Pointing left to go left and pointing right to go right are almost impossible 
> to understand.
> 
> And yes, this is a pet peeve of mine.
> 
> --Eric N
> campyonly...@me.com 
> www.CampyOnly.com 
> Campyonlyguy.blogspot.com 
> @Campyonlyguy
> 
> 
>> On Sep 27, 2017, at 6:29 AM, Justin, Oakland > > wrote:
>> 
>> I too use the more “natural” signals to show turn directions. Our current 
>> “bike language” was developed for cars that initially lacked turn signals 
>> and had only the ability to hang the left arm out the window.
>> 
>> Glad you are safe and while I disagree that “you can’t fix stupid” I do 
>> agree that it’s better to focus on being safe than right. The 2000lb object 
>> beats even our heavy 25/50lb bikes every time. 
>> 
>> -Justin
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Re: [RBW] Re: Driver: "I don't know bike language"

[Elton Pope-Lance]

That was meant to read “impossible to mis-understand”?

I agree 100%.

Elton Pope-Lance
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> On Sep 27, 2017, at 10:46 AM, Eric Norris  wrote:
> 
> Amen, brother. The “point up to indicate left” signal is non-intuitive and 
> not nearly as clear as pointing left when you are turning left.
> 
> As Justin points out, the hand signals we learn in school (or at least used 
> to learn) were developed for motor vehicles. You can’t stick your right arm 
> out the passenger side window, so the “point up” signal was developed. The 
> problem with this is that you have to learn what the signal means. If you 
> don’t, it’s not clear at all what’s going on.
> 
> Pointing left to go left and pointing right to go right are almost impossible 
> to understand.
> 
> And yes, this is a pet peeve of mine.
> 
> --Eric N
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> 
>> On Sep 27, 2017, at 6:29 AM, Justin, Oakland > > wrote:
>> 
>> I too use the more “natural” signals to show turn directions. Our current 
>> “bike language” was developed for cars that initially lacked turn signals 
>> and had only the ability to hang the left arm out the window.
>> 
>> Glad you are safe and while I disagree that “you can’t fix stupid” I do 
>> agree that it’s better to focus on being safe than right. The 2000lb object 
>> beats even our heavy 25/50lb bikes every time. 
>> 
>> -Justin
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[RBW] Re: Driver: "I don't know bike language"

[Ryan Fleming]

Agreed. I find since my accident last September, I've become even more 
conscientious about signalling , which of course, I did before but if I 
were honest I've   had some lapses from time to time.

Plus, if I can give a car a break, I will. BTW I've always extended my arm 
right or left and I also point straight ahead if I'm crossing an 
intersection and going straight to signal to those making a left turn  in 
front of me as well.

And I notice in Winnipeg , several  cyclists wear dark clothing and have no 
lights in low-light or darkness, which is suicidal IMO

On Tuesday, September 26, 2017 at 7:45:51 PM UTC-5, ascpgh wrote:
>
> Thanks to good grace you came through safely, Patrick. 
>
> This is the reason I signal right turns with my right arm and a pointed 
> finger. The collective driving population  (even with the finest students 
> of the esteemed institutions of renowned higher learning around here) is 
> virtually incompetent of hand signals as a baseline. Me pointing my left 
> arm upward with pointing finger has been greeted by passing traffic with 
> utter confusion. It's as if they get their DLs online. 
>
> Literal as possible with my hand and arm signals around here. At worst, I 
> take the lane to protect the uncomprehending behind me. 
>
> Andy Cheatham
> Pittsburgh
>
>
> On Tuesday, September 26, 2017 at 2:45:46 PM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote:
>>
>> A friendly, though after dangerous circumstances, interaction with a 
>> driver, who attempted to pass me on a narrow blind curve despite me 
>> signaling with my left arm out and down, palm spread, then eventually 
>> waving in earnest because I could see the oncoming car, and they could not.
>>
>> Driver (as I heard him): “I didn’t know there was a bike lane.”
>> Me (waving and smiling because everyone was now safe from the driver’s 
>> stupidity): “This IS a bike lane."
>> Driver: “No. I said I don’t know bike language.”
>> Me (still waving and smiling, then giving a dumbfounded thumbs up): Oh.
>>
>> Thoughts:
>> — Drivers too moronic to not pass when they can’t see if it is clear are 
>> not likely to know “bike language."
>> — Taking the lane (riding where the right tire of the cars is) works. 
>> Thoughtful but stupid drivers give lots of room when they pass, though they 
>> fail to think through “I can’t see if there is oncoming traffic, therefore 
>> I ought not pass”. When I do not take the lane and instead ride as far to 
>> the right as I can (which I almost never do anymore), most drivers fail to 
>> see me any “fellow traffic” and only see me as obstacle on the side of the 
>> road, like road kill." 
>> — I take it hand signals are no longer taught as basic driving knowledge? 
>> Maybe they are relegated to being “bike language.” Sign.
>> — You can’t fix stupid, just stay as safe as possible by being visible, 
>> being seen as traffic, and making stupid go around you.
>>
>> Still haven’t puzzled out how to handle this any better.
>>
>> With abandon,
>> Patrick
>>
>> www.CredoFamily.org
>> www.MindYourHeadCoop.org
>>
>>
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[RBW] Re: OT, sorry, but somewhat urgent question about car trouble

[Philip Kim]

you can also go to autozone if there is one nearby. they diagnose via their 
computers for free

On Tuesday, September 26, 2017 at 7:48:03 PM UTC-4, Justin, Oakland wrote:
>
> You can also buy your own computer, hook it up to the car and get either 
> the code or a description of the code quickly. The cost from $90 and up. 
> You can diagnose yourself/the car easily. 
>
> -Justin
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[RBW] Re: Driver: "I don't know bike language"

[Evan E.]

"When using your right arm to indicate a right turn, your body can block 
the motorist from seeing it."  < Yep!  I most often signal a right turn by 
extending my right arm and pointing to my right. But if a car is behind me 
and slightly to my left, then I also do the old-school 
raise-the-left-arm-bent-at-the-elbow signal. Someday I'll crash while 
trying to signal with both hands.

Glad you're OK, Deacon!

Evan
SF, CA

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Re: [RBW] Re: Driver: "I don't know bike language"

[Steve Palincsar]

On 09/27/2017 10:51 AM, Steven Sweedler wrote:
We have had this discussion on many rides. When we asked our local 
police chief who was riding with us, his response was "I know which 
one is legal"  When using your right arm to indicate a right turn your 
body can block the motorist from seeing it. If there is much traffic I 
like to use both. Steve


Alternating, I hope - with a lot of traffic it's really better to have 
at least one hand on the handlebars! :-)






On Wed, Sep 27, 2017 at 7:47 AM Eric Norris > wrote:


Amen, brother. The “point up to indicate left” signal is
non-intuitive and not nearly as clear as pointing left when you
are turning left.




This really puzzing.  It's left arm bent at the elbow pointed up to 
indicate /right/, and left arm straight out to the left to indicate 
left.   No wonder people get confused.  Actually, another really 
confusing thing is people tend to lean forward, and that bent left arm 
isn't really pointed up at all, but rather pointed forward.  So what's 
that supposed to mean?   It's far clearer to stick your left arm out to 
the left to indicate a left turn and stick your right arm out to the 
right to indicate a right turn.



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[RBW] FS: 650B Schwalbe ( Thunder Burt/ Racing Ralph) tires/ tubes

[mkernanwilliams]

Hey group,  I have two pairs of lightly used Schwalbe tires for sale. 1) 650Bx 
2.25 Thunder Burt, snakeskin
2) 650Bx 2.25 Racing Ralph, snakeskin.   I'll include some tubes with each tire 
pair.   Each pair is $30 which includes shipping.   Please contact off list.   
Thank you!   -Mike 

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[RBW] FS ::: 5 Small Items: clamp, tool, chainrings, saddle, brakes

[Cameron Sharp]

Dave,

Forgive the unsolicited advice but for the handlebar boxes, make your own (I 
say it with genuine enthusiasm)! We used to take cardboard sheets and make 
boxes for strange shaped boxes when I was an art handler - it becomes a rather 
fun puzzle, imho. 

GLWS!

Cameron
Brooklyn, NY

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[RBW] Late Notice... Niles Canyon "Stroll and Roll" Saturday, Sept. 30

[Surlyprof]

This saturday, they are closing Niles Canyon to all car traffic for their 
second "Stroll and Roll" Event 
https://bikeeastbay.org/events/niles-canyon-stroll-and-roll.  A group of us 
met up for this in 2015 and had a great time.  Even stopped by a Palomares 
Canyon winery during our loop.  I've got plans but thought a PSA was in 
order for anyone interested in enjoying the scenery completely unhindered 
by car traffic.  Here are some photos from our last 
trip:  https://www.flickr.com/photos/129545862@N03/albums/72157686647476610

Enjoy!
John

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Re: [RBW] Re: Driver: "I don't know bike language"

[Eric Norris]

As long as it’s not the right arm extended forward and upward ...

--Eric N
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> On Sep 27, 2017, at 12:19 PM, Steve Palincsar  wrote:
> 
> Actually, another really confusing thing is people tend to lean forward, and 
> that bent left arm isn't really pointed up at all, but rather pointed 
> forward.  So what's that supposed to mean? 

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Re: [RBW] New Bike Day--R05C0 8U883 Medium Mountain Mixte

[Bill Lindsay]

I had several small projects on the workstand this week.  I laced up a 
couple new wheels, and did several tire swaps on a few of my bikes.  The 
result of the tire swaps left me with a pair of Compass Babyshoe Pass 
Extralights that could go in the tire box, or could go on another bike.  
So, I decided to deck out my Medium Step-Thru as a stripped down road 
racing machine.  

Racy Rosco Step Thru 


I'm thinking that with some black aluminum fenders and the right front 
rack, we'll be totally Rando-Ready.  

On my 10x200 challenge, I've been doing shorter rides including all-out 
effort intervals.  I'm tracking my progress/fitness by shooting for 
Personal Records on all my frequent East Bay Climbs.  Today, I went all-out 
for a PR on the climb up Wildcat Canyon.  I felt very good about it, only 
to find I accidentally hit the "stop" button on Strava and failed to record 
any of my 35 mile jaunt.  We'll never know whether I did a PR or not.  Did 
it really happen?  Is Strava equivalent to Pictures?  

As it stands, I'm still at 6 bikes.  I should be able to finish up 200 
miles on both my Mountain bike as well as the step-thru this week.  That 
will leave my double-speed Gunnar and my Rosco Road bike as bike number 9 
and 10.  I'm about ready to concede that there is no way I'm getting 200 
miles in on my tandem.  There is just not enough willing stokerage going on 
in my immediate vicinity. I'm OK with that.  

Bill Lindsay
El Cerrito, CA 


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[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto Rack, Bottle Cages, Choco-Norm, InoLight 10+

[Mattt]

The light is what is left.

Inolight 10+ and Top Light Plus - $70

Comes with wires to hook into a Schmidt Dynoub

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[RBW] Re: Driver: "I don't know bike language"

['Dave Small' via RBW Owners Bunch]

I thought I was the only one who did that.  It works well for me, and I 
usually get the impression that the drivers behind me appreciate it.  I 
often get a little "thank you" wave as they pass.  I don't want to hold 
anyone up any more than they want to *be* held up, and if I can facilitate 
their safe passing then we're both happier about it.  

On Tuesday, September 26, 2017 at 9:00:56 PM UTC-4, Garth wrote:
>
> If I am coming to the top of blind crest on a 2 lane road I will gesture 
> with gusto a left hand out to "wait" directed outward , just like I'd do 
> with someone standing nearby. 
>
> If a car is behind me and they seem hesitant yo pass, I'll wait until it's 
> clear in both lanes and give a good rolling circular wave. People seem to 
> understand. I rather act like I'm directing traffic, no, I am directing it 
> and people seem to appreciate the communication with them as real people 
> just like me, not "things" that are competing with each other. 
>
>
>

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[RBW] Re: MUSA Railroad shirt

[drew]

Hi Steve, I sent you a pm. Couldn't get your email Link to work.

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[RBW] Re: Driver: "I don't know bike language"

[lum gim fong]

I never direct a car when it is "all clear" to pass me. If something bad 
happened, I could not live with the guilt, and they/survivors might even hold 
me liable.

I just hold down my end of the bargain by riding predictably and obeying 
traffic laws in that situation and then I leave it up to the driver behind me 
to decide for his or herself when to pass. I can't make that decision for them.

As for hand signals, I use them pointing left arm fir left turn , right arm for 
right turn, left akimbo with hand down and palm back for stop. This is legal in 
Maryland.

I remember reading in a bike forum that a cyclist said he didn't see any 
traffic around him at an intersection but he chose to hand signal anyway. Right 
after that turn a driver pulled along side him and told him that his hand 
signal just saved his life.

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[RBW] Saluki.

[Hugh Smitham]

How come I rarely ever see Saluki's up on the chopping block? Did Riv only 
make a small batch?

I'd love a 56cm perhaps it's a pipe dream?

~hugh

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