[RBW] Re: Changing tires on Cliffhanger rims

[Braxton Colagross]

That is indeed the trick for tubeless rims. Push the entire tire to the 
well and then it isn't so bad to lever them off. 

On Thursday, December 3, 2020 at 5:47:01 PM UTC-8 Bill Lindsay wrote:

> You probably are not the last one to figure this out, but you are pretty 
> far from the first ;-P  
>
> Retro-folks seem cursed to figure out tubeless compatible rims on their 
> own, one at a time.  Few appear to learn from others' travails.  
>
> Not even podium!  
>
> Bill Lindsay
> El Cerrito, CA
>
> On Thursday, December 3, 2020 at 5:38:42 PM UTC-8 Fullylugged wrote:
>
>> My local friend with a Clem L asked for some help today.  She was having 
>> trouble getting the Continental Contact Speed tires off the cliffhanger rim 
>> wheels of her Clem L. When I took a turn at it, I was surprised at how 
>> difficult it is to get a lever under the tire bead. Looking at he Velocity 
>> page, I noticed that they are advertised as close fitting and that a thin 
>> rim tape must be used.  The wheels shipped from Walnut Creek with that rim 
>> tape so I kept looking. 
>>
>> I noticed the center of the rim track was depressed from the edges, so 
>> when I squeezed the tire so that the beads were over the center, all of a 
>> sudden, there was space for a tire lever to get in and work. They were 
>> tight to start with but once started, they come off like any other tire. 
>> I've not ridden Cliffhangers but have noticed that they are mentioned here 
>> pretty often.
>>
>> Am  I the last to discover this? :)
>>
>> Tailwinds
>>
>

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[RBW] Re: Grand Bois Cypres 700 x 30 substitutes?

[Braxton Colagross]

I ordered two directly from Grand Bois in Kyoto in late February. They 
arrived in less than a week. Two tires for ~$100. Great price and very fast 
service. Why is shipping from Japan so fast and inexpensive?

On Sunday, June 21, 2020 at 8:07:49 AM UTC-7, Tom Goodmann wrote:
>
> I've long enjoyed the suppleness of these tires, but they seem not to have 
> been available in the U.S. now for some years; I think they can still be 
> obtained outside the U.S..  Any recommendations for near-equivalents?  
> (Labeled as 700 x 30, but seem to measure out closer to 32).  Thanks in 
> advance for any recommendations.  Tom, Miami  
>
> Sam Hillborne
> Legolas
> Goodrich-built 650b prototype
> '94 RBT
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[RBW] Re: Tires for Toyo Fatlantis?

[Braxton Colagross]

I'm going to +1 on the Thunder Burts as well. Most likely my favorite tire. 
Addix Speed red. 

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[RBW] Re: Legolas Mystique: If Riv offered a limited time only, prepaid Legolas run, would you buy one?

[Braxton Colagross]

You can probably order nearly anything you want and I'm sure Rivendell 
would be happy to talk about specifics. Maybe some of the old production 
tubes no longer exist so it wouldn't be *exactly* the same thing but the 
overall design is theirs. A one-off is going to be more expensive than a 
stock production frame made as part of a medium size order ten years ago. 
But if cost is less important than getting exactly what you want... 

On Friday, January 24, 2020 at 3:58:54 AM UTC-8, tc wrote:
>
> I agree, Roberta. This is still confusing because I was told last year by 
> a Riv employee that I could no longer order a Hunq. So, a definitive list 
> of specific frames would help!
>
> Tom
>

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Re: [RBW] Tires for Clementine

[Braxton Colagross]

Seems the dust might be from the brake pads wearing themselves. 

On Thursday, September 26, 2019 at 4:20:09 AM UTC-7, Conway Bennett wrote:
>
> The black specs are probably and rubber from the tire rubbing, check your 
> brake pads to see if they aren't hitting the sidewall near the bead.

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[RBW] Re: FS 55 Hillborne and Brompton M6L

[Braxton Colagross]

Interested to discuss the Brompton. Embarrassed to say that I don’t know how to 
find your email to reply off list.

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Re: [RBW] Re: cliffhanger rims and canti brakes

[Braxton Colagross]

:) What tires? 

On Wednesday, September 26, 2018 at 6:58:19 AM UTC-7, ed wrote:
>
> I have also installed cliffhanger wheelset on my 48 Hunqapillar and using 
> CX70 brakes.
> Edgar
>
> PS Installed also SKS P65 fenders.
>
> On Wed, Sep 26, 2018 at 2:07 AM, Kalmia Vt  > wrote:
>
>> As it happens I built my Appaloosa this year with Cliffhanger rims and 
>> CX-50 canti brakes. Everything works fine. For what it's worth, Velo Orange 
>> 700 x 63 fenders give ample clearance over Riddler 45 tires, and I had no 
>> problem setting up the brakes to clear the fenders.   -   K
>>
>>
>> On Sunday, September 23, 2018 at 2:00:33 AM UTC-4, dirtp wrote:
>>>
>>> Hi, everyone, I'm building a Joe Appaloosa and I'm thinking about buying 
>>> some Cliffhanger rims for it, but I've heard that some people have had 
>>> problems with wide rims and cantis. I've seen several Joes on-line with 
>>> Cliffhangers and V-brakes, though. Does anyone have any experience with 
>>> Cliffhangers and cantis? 
>>>
>>> Thanks very much!
>>>
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[RBW] FS Rivendell Ram - Posting for a friend

[Braxton Colagross]

https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/bik/d/rivendell-rambouillet/6631962672.html

Rivendell Ram with nice parts for a taller person. Beautiful. Seems like a 
bargain. 

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[RBW] Re: Anyone in the DMV have a 51 or 55 Hillborne I could test ride?

[Braxton Colagross]

AFAIK the saddle should be positioned for you relative to the pedals. 
Because of ergonomics, power, and such. Then put the bars wherever you want 
them. It's up to you how high; how much reach, etc. feels right. A 55cm or 
56cm Sam should work equally well when set up well for you. Get the saddle 
position first and then play with handlebar type, position, angle, and stem 
height and stem length. 

On Wednesday, May 2, 2018 at 5:24:47 AM UTC-7, Alan Pickett wrote:
>
> Howdy folks - 
>
>
> I have a 2011-12 vintage 56 Hillborne that I've always felt was a little 
> to big for me, and I find I'm often disincentivized to ride it, which is 
> sad. I'd love to see if I could spin around the block on a 55 or 51 just to 
> get a feel. Does anyone have a Hillborne they would be will to allow a 
> stranger to check out for a test ride? You could hold my ID, Bike, or dog 
> as collateral while I do so! I'm bummed I didn't get back out to Gravel and 
> Grind to do this before the closed up shop. Here's a pic of current 
> configuration:
>
>
> Hope the RBWOB is doing well this morning
>
>
>
>
>

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Re: [RBW] Re: Model redundancy: Why not offer only canti/V brakes on all models? Why not offer a 650b on every model?

[Braxton Colagross]

Thank you for a hearty laugh. 

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[RBW] Re: Lower price Atlantis!

[Braxton Colagross]

The blug post points out that the old geometry is still available. But at 
the one-off USA-made price with the corresponding wait time. 

On Wednesday, March 21, 2018 at 12:12:39 PM UTC-7, Eric Karnes wrote:
>
> I agree. It seems that Riv's bikes are moving in a direction that 
> coincides less and less with my own bike needs and preferences. The 
> significantly longer top tubes make it almost impossible for my t-rex-like 
> arms to utilize multiple positions even on very swept-back bars (drops are 
> impossible at any height). And the super-long chainstays are really hard 
> for city-dwellers who have to cart their bike up and down steep and narrow 
> stairs on a regular basis. 
>
> Of course, these are simply my own personal needs and preferences. Grant 
> and Co. should absolutely evolve their offerings in directions that they 
> believe in. This may not jive with what I'm looking for and that's totally 
> reasonable. For everyone who isn't thrilled with the new designs, there is 
> likely someone who it. And who am I to tell someone like Grant to how to 
> design a bike? But from a strictly selfish perspective, I do hope that they 
> keep some offerings (such as the Sam and the MUSA frames) in the more 
> 'traditional' riv model.
>
> Eric
>
> On Tuesday, March 20, 2018 at 11:30:15 PM UTC-4, Stuart Lovinggood wrote:
>>
>> As a former Appaloosa owner, I'm a little disappointed to see the 
>> extra-long chainstays and 6° TT come to the Atlantis. Although the Joe is 
>> billed as an "all-arounder," IME that is quite a subjective term. I found 
>> climbing unwieldy without a sizable front load (especially on dirt), and 
>> with the long top tube, drop bars are not as feasible for some riders using 
>> Riv's suggested sizing (myself included). I would consider the existing 
>> Atlantis geo to be more all-rounder, a balance of traditional stack and 
>> reach numbers with the mid-length chainstays. 
>>
>> On Tuesday, March 20, 2018 at 4:57:24 PM UTC-7, Eamon Nordquist wrote:
>>>
>>> I wonder why they decided to extend the chainstays - that Blug picture 
>>> looks like it has Clem/Appaloosa length stays (maybe it's an illusion from 
>>> 26" wheels?). Didn't the Atlantis already have 48cm chainstays? All the 
>>> other changes seem like a good idea to me, but this just seems like turning 
>>> the Atlantis into an Appaloosa.
>>>
>>> I started a separate thread about super long chainstays and taking your 
>>> bike on buses/trains.
>>>
>>> Eamon
>>>
>>>


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[RBW] Re: What does a BMC Monstercross weigh?

[Braxton Colagross]

A friend has 2.1" Thunder Burts under Berthoud fenders on his BMC MC. It's 
tight but they don't rub and he's ridden many miles. 

On Thursday, March 8, 2018 at 7:31:18 PM UTC-8, Ian A wrote:
>
> Bill,
>
> Please let us know how much room you have left over with the 50mm tires. 
> I'm guessing to tight for fenders at that width? I know you said yours is 
> to be sans fenders, but I'm curious anyway,
>
> IanA
>
> On Thursday, March 8, 2018 at 4:24:53 PM UTC-7, Bill Lindsay wrote:
>>
>> Edwin asked how I picked the size.  
>>
>> I own two Black Mountain Road Frames already.  They are both 59cm.  Mike 
>> changed the sizing a while ago.  If I was buying one of his road frames 
>> today, I don't know if I'd buy a 60 or a 58.  I talked to Mike in person 
>> once or twice, and we agreed that if I was in my 20s I might have run a 
>> 56.  I'm 49 and don't need my bars super low, so a 58 made more sense.  My 
>> Saddle Height is 75.5cm.  If I was buying a Rivendell Roadeo, I'd get a 
>> 59.  I fit well on a 55 Joe Appaloosa.  We'll see how the standover works 
>> out.  I might get time to mock up the standover with my 29"x2.0 knobbies 
>> tonight. 
>>
>> Bill Lindsay
>> El Cerrito, CA
>>
>> On Thursday, March 8, 2018 at 3:06:47 PM UTC-8, Edwin W wrote:
>>>
>>> Bill,
>>>
>>> How did you pick the size, and what are the sizes of your other bikes?
>>>
>>> I have looked at those frames before, but after seeing your post I went 
>>> and looked at them some more. It really does seem "dumb not to buy one" as 
>>> you say! What sensible bikes.
>>>
>>> If I had some 2-3 hour mountain bike rides in my future, I sure would 
>>> want one of those.
>>>
>>> Mostly just biking from A to B on my Joe Appaloosa,
>>>
>>> Edwin
>>>
>>> On Thursday, March 8, 2018 at 12:31:33 PM UTC-6, Bill Lindsay wrote:

 I finally bought a BMC Monstercross frameset.  Why?  Because it's dumb 
 not to buy one.  The only thing that had been stopping me was the 
 horizontal dropouts, because vertical dropouts are categorically better.  
 Since the last time I decided horizontal dropouts were a dealkiller, I've 
 acquired 4 bikes with horizontal dropouts, and guess what?  I didn't die.  
 Vertical dropouts are better, but horizontals are not the end of the 
 world.  The BRIGHT green colorway of the latest batch made it 
 irresistable.  So, new bike day?  The build will be a drop bar mountain 
 bike.  No racks, no lights, no fenders.  It'll be used for 2-3 hour 
 mountain bike rides. I'll post photos when there is something to look at.  
 I have a couple small details to iron out.  

 In the meantime, there have been a couple gram-counter threads 
 recently, and I thought I'd offer up another datapoint while I have a bare 
 frame and fork:

 A 58cm Black Mountain Monstercross frame, with Cane Creek 40 headset 
 cups pressed in, weighs 2257g
 The fork with a crown race installed and an uncut threadless steerer is 
 1057g

 Use that data for whatever you like.  

 Bill Lindsay
 El Cerrito, CA

>>>

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[RBW] QUESTION: Rat Trap Pass

[Braxton Colagross]

I run about 19 or 20 psi in the front and 22 or so in the back. 

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Re: [RBW] Re: DON'T OPEN GOOGLE DOC

[Braxton Colagross]

The bad guys spoof 2FA prompts and steal those codes the same way as 
passwords. This example especially tough to catch because they're 
displaying a legit Google.com oauth login for an app called "Google Docs" 
that isn't Google Docs. This is also an old trick. The new one simply uses 
an oauth token so no password (or 2FA) is required. 

On Wednesday, May 3, 2017 at 1:29:41 PM UTC-7, Tim Butterfield wrote:
>
> If you don't have 2 factor authentication on your google related accounts, 
> you can add that here:
> https://www.google.com/landing/2step/
>
> Tim
>
> On Wed, May 3, 2017 at 1:15 PM, Chris Birkenmaier  > wrote:
>
>> I was going to PM you to see if you were sending me something.  Glad I 
>> didn't touch it.  thanks for the heads up
>>
>>
>> On Wednesday, May 3, 2017 at 3:40:19 PM UTC-4, Joe Bernard wrote:
>>>
>>> There's a massive phishing operation going on. If you see something from 
>>> me or any other list member requestion to open a Google Doc, don't touch it!
>>
>>

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[RBW] Anyone use a Sackville GrabSack as a handlebar bag?

[Braxton Colagross]

John Potis. His quick attach/detach system is old MUSA pants buckles. The 
original shoulder strap can be buckled on in the same way. 
https://bonkifyoudontknowvelocio.wordpress.com/2014/04/28/titanium-pelican/

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[RBW] Re: CHEVIOT OWNERS WITH R559 SIDE PULLS..WHAT TIRES???

[Braxton Colagross]

I use the 700x45 Continental Tour Ride with fenders. 

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[RBW] Re: Spring in CA

[Braxton Colagross]

Really great photos. We have a similar setup: 
https://www.instagram.com/p/4McAigPwne/

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Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone using Compass centerpulls on thie Rivendell?

[Braxton Colagross]

Perhaps the position on the fork makes the difference? Canti posts would be 
lower than center pull posts. 

On Tuesday, April 5, 2016 at 12:00:30 PM UTC-7, Justin August wrote:
>
> A few years ago when I inquired about Paul Racer braze-ons on a Hilsen I 
> was told "no" by Riv due to fork/seatstay thickness issues. Since they have 
> hinted at being willing to do cantis on Hilsen frames that seems to have 
> changed. Perhaps they changed tubing specs or got similar tubing with less 
> manufacturer restrictions. Perhaps now you could ask to have Paul or 
> Compass braze-ons. Someone should check.
>

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[RBW] Re: Yepp Mini on Rivendell experiences?

[Braxton Colagross]

It's all about that laugh. https://www.instagram.com/p/7EBRAfSeB9/

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[RBW] Re: What do Rivendell riders use for riding Sandals?

[Braxton Colagross]

Luna Sandals (made in Seattle) and Bedrock Sandals (made in Richmond, CA).

On Tuesday, March 11, 2014 at 11:08:00 AM UTC-7, Lungimsam wrote:
>
> Next in the series "What do Rivendell riders..."...
>
> I know sandals are popular here for bike riding.
>
> So I was wondering what works well.
> Looking for somethingwith a hard enough sole so it doesn't flex when hard 
> pedaling and cannot feel pedal edges through sole.
> Nothing that flops off heel.
> Any suggestions?
>
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[RBW] Re: RBW Listers Take Over The West Point Inn, June 24 & 25 - Join us there!!!

[Braxton Colagross]

Please include me as well. Thanks for organizing! 

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[RBW] Re: RBW Listers Take Over The West Point Inn, June 24 & 25 - Join us there!!!

[Braxton Colagross]

Please include me as well. Thanks for organizing! 

On Tuesday, March 1, 2016 at 8:48:23 PM UTC-8, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote:
>
> The Entmoot/Jamboree two years ago was a fantastic, grass-roots event that 
> everyone enjoyed and talked about for a while. It seemed like everything 
> really fell into place (except I had to leave early) for a fantastic 
> weekend. That enjoyable event got us thinking about something similar. We 
> talked about it, but nothing came of it. 
>
> Fast forward to last December when Hugh, Jim, and myself made a trip to 
> the West Point Inn , and had a phenomenal 
> time there celebrating Jacquie Phelan's (and Philip W's!) birthday. An 
> absolute blast.  We can't recreate those moments, but we want to have 
> another opportunity back at the Inn with any like minded folks to celebrate 
> life, life on a bicycle, the historical context, in one of the most 
> beautiful storied areas I can imagine. So with Jacquie's help we are 
> hosting a SoCal/NorCal get together in June!
>
> We have reserved the entire facility for those two nights, and want to 
> pack in as many people as we can. We hope many of you living in the Bay 
> Area that we don't get to visit can make it! Maybe even some people from 
> out of the area can make it there as well (Looking at you, PDXers)!
>
> The costs are very reasonable. For the two nights, it is $2,400. If we can 
> get 30 of us, it will be $80 a person. Throw in another $20-50 for Saturday 
> night dinner and breakfast, and you're looking at a bit less than $150 at 
> most for a unique two night experience in a very special (magical even!) 
> place. I/we hope many of you can come.
>
> For those not able to do the whole stay, we are planning on a Saturday 
> ramble of a ride, followed by the above-mentioned dinner.  Thinking the 
> Pine Mountain Loop, Repack to Fairfax to the Marin Museum of Bicycling back 
> to the Inn. Plenty of alternative routes if someone doesn't want to do 
> that. Just kind of a cool way to really take advantage of what the area has 
> to offer.  So for sure, plan on being there for the ride and dinner! 
> We'll figure out a cost per person for just the dinner, it won't be much. 
> Won't even worry about it if it's just a few people, but hoping to get a 
> decent sized group there.
>
> Dinner Friday night is potluck. Sat a.m. breakfast leftovers and communal 
> pancakes or similar. Sat lunch on your own. Sat dinner provided. Sun 
> breakfast leftovers/communal. Pretty low key. We're hoping to have some 
> beer provided, but everyone bring a six pack or bottle of your favorite is 
> a way to do it as well.
>
> Sleeping arrangements are somewhere in the range of hostel level. Four to 
> five beds per room. Bring sheets or a bag, clean your own room, do the 
> dishes, sweep the floors arrangement. Not plush, but it ain't camping. 
>
> Here are my pics from the weekend I was up there: 
> https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/albums/72157661872299170
>
> Hugh's thoughts on the subject: 
> http://velocipeedemusings.com/2016/01/13/misty-mountain-celebration-with-a-legend-a-mount-tam-experience/
>  
>
> Logistics to follow. Leaning toward collecting using checks vs. using 
> Paypal. I can just sit on them and cash them all at once. For food 
> budgeting I'd rather go over a bit on individual cost and donate any excess 
> to the Inn (nonprofit) or to Charlie's medical expenses. Will be very 
> transparent, but money is touchy of course. If we can't get to 30 people, 
> the cost per person will go up accordingly. 
>
> Reminder that the Inn is a hike/bike facility only, and there is no 
> on-site parking for guests (ADA access is available). Closest parking is at 
> the Pantoll campground/day use area, two miles down the trail 
> . I think parking is $8/day there.
>
> The only thing we ask is commitment. Nobody is prepared to go back and 
> forth with figuring out refunds, wait lists, things like that. This is a 
> labour of love sort of thing. 
>
> So who's inn???
>
>
>
> -- 
> Cheers,
> David
>
> Member, Supreme Council of Cyberspace
>
> "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal
>
>
>
>

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Re: [RBW] Hope You Heal Soon

[Braxton Colagross]

Motorcycle safety groups call this the "left hook." 

On Saturday, November 21, 2015 at 5:11:25 PM UTC-8, Matthew J wrote:
>
> Bad news and unfortunately all too typical.
>
> Left turning cars into cyclists and pedestrians who have the right or way 
> are the number one cause of serious injury and deadly encounters us 
> non-mechanized travelers have with autos.
>
> On Saturday, November 21, 2015 at 6:16:25 PM UTC-6, dougP wrote:
>>
>> Wow!  That sounds like a pretty hairy crash.  I had to chuckle at his 
>> observation that all the bones would heal at the same time.  Good luck with 
>> the rehab.
>>
>> dougP
>>
>> On Saturday, November 21, 2015 at 3:34:30 PM UTC-8, truegolden wrote:
>>>
>>> https://janheine.wordpress.com/2015/11/21/i-was-lucky-but-still/
>>>  
>>> I did not see this posted here today but saw it on the ibob list.
>>> Apologies if it was posted and this is a duplicate.
>>>  
>>> Adding my prayers for healing and strength to bear up during the process 
>>> for Jan as well as his family
>>> during the holidays.
>>>  
>>> Paul in Dallas
>>>  
>>>  
>>>  
>>>  
>>>
>>

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[RBW] Re: Joe Appaloosa geometry

[Braxton Colagross]

They might credit you to have Rich build a set. And even if not, the $400 
off will cover one of their in-stock Velocity-built SP dyno wheels.

On Thursday, October 29, 2015 at 7:44:33 AM UTC-7, Lynne Cooney wrote:
>
> For me a dynamo hub is non negotiable, so that rules out most complete 
> bikes. 

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[RBW] Re: Joe Appaloosa geometry

[Braxton Colagross]

Yes, the thing everyone seems to be missing outside "Hillborne with greater 
clearances" is "Hillborne with longer chainstays." Those two sum up Joe A. 
for me. 

On Monday, October 12, 2015 at 9:46:30 AM UTC-7, Matt R wrote:
>
> Hello all,
>
> Just wondering if anyone has insider knowledge about the Joe Appaloosa 
> geometry? The last Riv email described it as a cross between a Hunq and 
> Atlantis, which sounds like my dream bike, but the recent Web Special 
> proto-Appaloosas appeared to be geometrically identical to Sam H, the only 
> obvious differences being larger tire clearances and canti posts. If it's 
> truly somewhere between Hunq and Atlantis, I'm gonna start saving my 
> pennies now. Any insights would be greatly appreciated, sounds like it will 
> be a wonderful bike!
>
> Cheers,
> Matt in Tucson
>

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[RBW] Re: Carless? How many miles per day do you ride?

[Braxton Colagross]

I've experienced the aggression you're referring to in the east bay hills. 
I don't have any answer to you other than I suffer through it as well. 
Still, the cars don't really slow me down much. If they're going very slow 
or stop I can almost always slip right by. And yes, when I'm climbing with 
two kids I crawl. When it's hot, I sweat a lot. 

On Sunday, September 27, 2015 at 12:47:04 PM UTC-7, Peter Adler wrote:
>
> I understand what you mean, but in order to ensure logical consistency:
>
> Unless you live on the ridgeline, way out in the sticks (La Honda maybe, 
> or Sunol), or you have access to some invisible road system that the rest 
> of us Bay Area riders don't have, traffic and parking are daily issues for 
> *everyone* using those roads - cyclists included. You may worry about 
> them less than you would if you were using a car, but the issue itself 
> doesn't go away just because your car does. There's still hundreds of 
> thousands of cars out there.
>
> This just pushed my button, because there's been a localized hurricane of 
> reckless careless idiot driving in Berkeley/North Oakland over the last 
> four days (maybe from the hot weather?), and dodging fools has really been 
> stressing me out. And I'm not even ferrying kids.
>
> Peter "Road Survivalist" Adler
> 15-40 city miles per day, while the car's battery drains in my driveway 
> again in
> Berkeley, CA/USA
>
> On Sunday, September 27, 2015 at 10:06:42 AM UTC-7, Braxton Colagross 
> wrote:
>>
>> (...)and no car. I'm glad to not have to worry about traffic and parking 
>> while getting around the Bay Area.
>>
>

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Re: [RBW] Re: Carless? How many miles per day do you ride?

[Braxton Colagross]

My wife and I both have Rivs with a Yepp mini mount on the stem and a GMG 
911 easily swappable between our rear racks. We can haul one or both kids. 
Cargo goes in the front basket. Elementary school is less than a mile and 
half away and starts early so is easily done before work. Some errands, 
like swim lessons on Mondays, aren't so nearby, involve what I call big 
climbs, and take a while to ride to. Preschool is/was over four miles away 
but is a mostly flat ride so is really quite pleasant. 

On Sunday, September 27, 2015 at 12:40:40 PM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote:
>
> I'm very curious how you manage to get 2 children to school and to 
> extra-curricular events sans auto. I know Kent Peterson (of blog and Great 
> Divide and long distance fixed gear riding) did so.
>
> I drive between 4 and 5k miles a year, of which less than 1 K is for 
> myself, when I need to load up at Costco or take wheels or frame or bike to 
> the bike shop, or haul things from Home Depot. The rest is moving my 
> 14-year-old daughter to and from her mother's house and to and from 
> skating, tennis, parties, get togethers, shopping. Add another 1 K in a 
> rental when I take her to camp outside of Colorado Springs each year -- I 
> live in ABQ, NM.
>
> ABQ of course is a typical SW city: fewer than 550K inhabitants in the 
> limits, but spread out over many miles. And Catie's mother delights in 
> scheduling events for her diagonally across town. There is no way I could 
> use public transportation, although, for a SW city, ABQ's is pretty good -- 
> I think our car/car-less situation is far better than that of Phoenix, for 
> example.
>
> Note that my car ('06 PT Cruiser with back seats removed) costs me in 
> total roughly $150/month including long-term repair bills, assuming that 
> the car will last another 10 years at 5K/year, or that I can sell it before 
> hand for a few K. (Actually, my daughter recently asked me, "Dad, can I 
> have your car when I turn 15?" She knows how little I drive it for myself. 
> I may just give it to her.)
>
> So, how do you get your children around and about?
>
> On Mon, Sep 21, 2015 at 12:17 PM, Braxton Colagross  > wrote:
>
>> We have two kids, some bikes, and no car. I'm glad to not have to worry 
>> about traffic and parking while getting around the Bay Area.
>>
>

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[RBW] Re: Carless? How many miles per day do you ride?

[Braxton Colagross]

We have two kids, some bikes, and no car. I'm glad to not have to worry 
about traffic and parking while getting around the Bay Area. 

On Sunday, August 23, 2015 at 11:35:35 PM UTC-7, Andre Rosario wrote:
>
> I live in the SF Bay Area and I've been carless since moving here 8 years 
> ago. Most of my commute mileage is covered by the BART (subway), and I only 
> have to ride to and from BART stations. I'd guess that I end up riding 
> 10-20 miles a week. 
>
> Being carless is great. Low maintenance costs, no parking or traffic 
> tickets, no gas costs (unless you count the price of a burrito here and 
> there). I have a Zipcar account for times when I absolutely need a car but 
> that's only a few times a year. 
>
> Of course if I had kids or a job that required more travel, it'd be a lot 
> harder, but if you can find a way to make it work, I highly recommend it. 
>
> Happy riding. 
>
>
> Andre

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[RBW] Re: Best Riv frame for rear childseat?

[Braxton Colagross]

Cheviot because of long chain stays and low top tube. Hunq and Clem would 
also be good. My wife and I put our younger daughter in a Yepp mini and 
have a GMG 911 for the older daughter on the rear rack. I have a Hunq; she 
rides a Cheviot.

On Thursday, August 6, 2015 at 10:26:25 PM UTC-7, Daniel Jackson wrote:
>
> What do you all think is the best frame for this purpose? Hunq, Cheviot? 
> Good old Sam? Clem?
>

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Re: [RBW] What are these handlebars on Hunq (BLUG CONTENT!)

[Braxton Colagross]

It's Mike Williams' bicycle. He's active on the list and may reply here. 
Pretty sure his Hinq is using the same Jitensha Studios manufactured by 
Nitto that he has on his Quickbeam. Rich did build the wheels. 

On Tuesday, June 30, 2015 at 4:29:58 PM UTC-7, Joe Bernard wrote:
>
> That *has *to be Rich's bike (the Riv wheel builder). He's been riding 
> saddles that way for decades, and rides damn far on them. Btw, never try 
> chasing Rich down Mt. Diablo. He's insanely, maniacally fast, and does it 
> with a serene look on his face ;)
>
> Joe Bernard
> Vallejo, CA.
>
> On Tuesday, June 30, 2015 at 1:55:19 PM UTC-7, Eric Daume wrote:
>
>> I've never understood saddles set like that.
>>
>> On Tue, Jun 30, 2015 at 4:43 PM, Eric  wrote:
>>
>>> Curious to know what are these handlebars featured on this Hunq...
>>>
>>>
>>> http://40.media.tumblr.com/3b7bf1968c8406b81532ac6fee2a6dd4/tumblr_npcbr5KRsX1qe3ngpo2_r1_1280.jpg
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[RBW] What do Ricendell riders use for cycling shoes (not clipless).

[Braxton Colagross]

Lunas are pretty much all I wear. Year round and on the bikes. I tell the 
roadies they're light and make me faster. (From a Hunqapillar.) 

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Re: [RBW] Re: Coffee Outside

[Braxton Colagross]

Aeropress recommends using one full scoop of coffee and filling about 
halfway for brewing. They claim that filling the press with water 
overextracts. Simply dilute to taste after brewing the recommended way. Try 
both and see if one tastes better to you. 

On Sunday, March 29, 2015 at 9:12:51 AM UTC-7, Anne Paulson wrote:
>
> Aeropress users: I have an aeropress, but when I use it according to 
> the directions, the coffee is way strong, much stronger than the 
> coffee I made with my Melitta filter. Is that just the way the coffee 
> is supposed to be, or should I use half the ground coffee they say? 
> The aeropress is a fussy procedure for coffee that is stronger than I 
> want. 
>
>
> On Sun, Mar 29, 2015 at 7:42 AM, 'Hudson Doerge' via RBW Owners Bunch 
> > wrote: 
> > My setup: aeropress, porlex mini mill, snow peak giga power auto, ti 
> pot, double wall ti mug, ti spork, bandana to clean things, and a sea to 
> summit packing cell everything tucks into perfectly. 
> > 
> > Hudson in atx 
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[RBW] Re: I test rode the Clem

[Braxton Colagross]

Because the seat lug is the same on all sizes? Seat stay angle can't change 
so the stays curve. Maybe throw in a little "Grant likes to do 
strange/interesting things every now and then." 

On Wednesday, March 25, 2015 at 1:26:00 PM UTC-7, Philip Kim wrote:
>
> I noticed the chainstays have a slight bend to them. Did you happen to ask 
> Grant why that was?
>
>
> On Friday, March 20, 2015 at 3:21:27 PM UTC-4, Bill Lindsay wrote:
>>
>> I rolled by RBW HQ this morning and got to test ride a 52cm Clem.  I've 
>> always felt lucky that I'm pretty much exactly Grant-sized.  Turns out 
>> today I got to ride Grant's Clem prototype, and didn't even have to change 
>> saddle height.  It's terrific.  It rides how I expected it to ride, meaning 
>> it disappeared, made me smile, and made me reluctant to return it to them.  
>>
>> I don't know if I will pre-order, but if I do, the $150 they are paying 
>> me to adopt early will go towards a set of Bosco Bullmooses.  That's the 
>> bar for that bike.  
>>
>> Bill Lindsay
>> El Cerrito, CA
>>
>>
>>

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[RBW] Re: Need to test ride a 54cm vs 58cm Hunq.

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My PBH is 87.5 and my primary bike is a 54 Hunq. It sounds to me like you 
should go for the 58. The Hunqapillar's geometry means a long top tube so 
your stem/bar combination could also affect your decision. 

On Friday, February 13, 2015 at 5:47:13 PM UTC-8, Mike K. wrote:
>
> I have been eyeing the Hunqapillar for a few years and have decided to I 
> need to take a step closer to actually getting one: determining my size.
>
> I'm a hair under 6' tall, and not sure if I qualify as "long-legged" or 
> not. PBH is 90. Pretty sure I'd be perfect for a 56 Hunq, but since that 
> little dream boat doesn't exist and I can't spring for a custom, I need to 
> figure out which one of the available models fits me best. 
>
> That being said, is there anyone on the list in Austin, TX who would be 
> able to let me test-ride your 54 or 58 Hunq?
>
> Thanks, all.
>
> - Mike in Austin
>

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[RBW] Re: Atlantis or Hunq - what's the real difference?

[Braxton Colagross]

Hunqapillar frames are made by Waterford. The $300 savings comes from the 
fork being made in Taiwan. 

On Thursday, February 12, 2015 at 8:45:39 PM UTC-8, Mike Schiller wrote:
>
> I recall reading that the Hunq used Kaisei heat treated tubing in 9-6-9 
> OS.  This tubing has a higher tensile strength than Ox Plat which is what 
> the  Atlantis uses.  Which only means it's more resistant to denting and 
> not any stiffer.  I also thought that the Hunq's were made in Taiwan and 
> not at Waterford like the Atlantis.  
>
> ~mike
> Carlsbad Ca.
>
>
>

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Re: [RBW] Re: Mudfest

[Braxton Colagross]

Manny is indeed currently using an albastache.

On Monday, December 8, 2014 1:43:02 PM UTC-8, Johan Larsson wrote:
>
> Yes, I thought of the Albastache but couldn't quite get the shape to fit. 
> I guess it can be because of distortion due to the lens and angle it's shot 
> at in the flickr picture. I was about to order an Albastache bar last 
> winter, but while I was waiting for reply on availability, the old 
> Bridgestone poster I wanted to order at the same time sold out :'( and I 
> couldn't justify the shipping costs for a small order. 
>
> Johan Larsson,
> Sweden
>
> On Mon, Dec 8, 2014 at 10:23 PM, Deacon Patrick  > wrote:
>
>> Och! Sorry. That last photo compares the Albastache with the Albatross. 
>> Sorry about my confusion.
>>
>> With abandon,
>> Patrick 
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[RBW] Re: Somewhat OT: Advice about basic Kindle versus Kindle Fire

[Braxton Colagross]

I have a Kindle Paperwhite that I carry on overnights. A Kindle e-reader is 
an ideal device, quite possibly the best, for reading novels and anything 
that isn't graphically intensive. Since you're already buying into Amazon's 
ecosystem, it makes even more sense for you. The battery does realistically 
last for weeks rather than hours or days. I like that the lighting system 
can be turned down very low so as not to adversely affect my night vision 
and allow me to read without any other source of light (great for 
overnights). As for Gmail, I recommend handling your email on your 
smartphone. That said, the touch keyboard on the Paperwhite is usable. In 
addition to the backlight, the touch keyboard gives the Paperwhite a clear 
advantage over the base Kindle model. 

On Saturday, August 2, 2014 11:19:31 AM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote:
>
> I have more and more books on the Kindle system and I'm seriously thinking 
> of getting a small screen device on which to read them -- in between my 
> iPhone 4 and my 17" Macbook Pro.
>
> I'm inclined toward the basic Kindle at $70 since I want it very largely 
> for reading and because it is light (and cheap). But a couple of questions 
> for those of you who have used such things.
>
> 1. Will the basic Kindle download and display books from The Gutenberg 
> Project and other such sites? (I don't order from Apple, so it needn't 
> handle their products.)
>
> 2. Can one read and send gmail on the basic Kindle?
>
> 3. How long in reality does the battery hold a charge on average with 
> daily use of, say 3 hours?
>
> I'll welcome other practical comments.
>
> Bike content: I'd take it with me on a bike tour.
>
> Thanks, Patrick who not too long ago discovered the free and almost-free 
> classics available from Amazon.
>
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> *
>   * "Where you come from is gone, where you thought you were going to 
> never was there, and where you are is no good unless you can get away from 
> it. Where is there a place for you to be? No place.*
> * "Nothing outside you can give you any place," he said. "You needn't to 
> look at the sky because it's not going to open up and show no place behind 
> it. You needn't to search for any hole in the ground to look through into 
> somewhere else. You can't go neither forwards nor backwards into your 
> daddy's time nor your children's if you have them. In yourself right now is 
> all the place you've got. If there was any Fall, look there, if there was 
> any Redemption, look there, and if you expect any Judgment, look there, 
> because they all three will have to be in your time and your body and where 
> in your time and your body can they be?*
>  * "Where in your time and your body has Jesus redeemed you?" he cried. 
> "Show me where because I don't see the place. If there was a place where 
> Jesus had redeemed you that would be the place for you to be, but which of 
> you can find it?” -- *Flannery O'Connor,* Wise Blood  *
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Re: [RBW] Cover of Bicycle Times Magazine

[Braxton Colagross]

I have a Zip drive and disks but no computer old enough to mount them up on. My 
fault for not migrating the data when moving to a newer computer. I should try 
to find someone in SF to help rescue my data if it's still accessible. 

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Re: [RBW] trade or sell at Rivendell Jamboree?

[Braxton Colagross]

I have a medium and my wife picked up a large. I use the medium for normal 
commuting and rambling. The large works great for overnights and huge 
farmer's market runs. All other things the same, I'd say the size decision 
maker should be whether you plan to use it for overnights. 

On Wednesday, July 9, 2014 10:41:22 PM UTC-7, AaronY wrote:
>
> Manny!  I'm super close to picking up a Large. What's so fascinating about 
> a Medium or what issues do you have with the Large?
>
> Just curious,
>
> Aaron Young
> The Dalles, OR
>
> On Wednesday, July 9, 2014, Manuel Acosta  > wrote:
>
>> I rarely get to try bikes my size with different set-ups. Was looking to 
>> try a medium sackville and maybe even trade that day for my large sackville?
>>
>> Long shot maybe
>>
>> See ya there
>>
>> Manny
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