[RBW] Spring Cleaning
Here's a few pics of some shiny Rivs. Haven't posted here in a while. Hope everyone is still riding the heck out of their bikes! https://flic.kr/s/aHskQ9pDoF Brian Hanson Seattle, WA Bike Blog <http://www.stonehog.com> @stonehog stonehogboɥǝuoʇs -- 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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] FS: Bag, Pedals, Cockpits, Shoes
I'm on drop bars and flat pedals these days, so selling off some experiments from my past. Most are lightly used, but I've put up pics so you can scrutinize with zoom: https://flic.kr/s/aHskWtupQH * Nitto Chocomoose bars in harlequin wrap with DiaCompe levers: $130 * Nitto Alu Albatross bars in harlequin wrap (burgundy/grey) with 13cm stem and Tektro Eclipse (canti or v) levers: $140 * Sidi Spider MTB shoes EU 40.5: $100 * Sidi Diablo GTX shoes EU 40: $90 * Time ATAC and MKS Urban ATAC pedals: $30 for both * Swift Paloma Bar Bag: $125 * Shimano PD-A530 2 pair: $50 * Speedplay Frog CroMoly: $50 If you are in Seattle, we can meet up, otherwise I'll ship. Prefer paypal. If you feel prices are off, please make offer. Brian Hanson Seattle, WA Bike Blog <http://www.stonehog.com> @stonehog stonehogboɥǝuoʇs -- 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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Best of 2016
It feels like the time of year to post your "best of 2016" - are ya with me?? OK - I'll start it off with the obligatory blog post (dwindling these days): https://stonehog.com/2016/12/31/2016-redux And Flickr album: https://flic.kr/s/aHskRBkZQ9 Brian Hanson Seattle, WA Bike Blog <http://www.stonehog.com> @stonehog stonehogboɥǝuoʇs -- 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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] How to crash by yourself
I had an off-road excursion into the ditch Friday night and spent a few hours in the ER getting my neck checked out. All ok, but will be sore for a week or two. Bike left in the ditch was taken before I was able to return - thank goodness it wasn't my Homer or Hunqa. Small price to pay for a bit of bad judgement. Wrote it up in my blog below, but to save a click: I had my first real accident of any consequence last night on my commute home. I was heading to our cabin for the weekend. It started with a short ride to the Sounder Train heading north to Mukilteo. From there, a quick ferry crossing to the island set me on my way. The climb up the hill from the landing was great, and when the land leveled out, I found myself speeding along the fast route home – Hwy 525. I was going to take the route all the way to Freeland, but decided to take the more hilly passage over Lancaster Rd, as I was trying to get away from the sporadic traffic, and it offers a nearly car-free alternative. It also offers a nice climb with a great descent to Mutiny Bay Rd very near my destination. The last part is a nice ride along the coastline. The climb was good, but the descent was better! I love that hill – there is a second climb up to a false summit on the west side, so I tucked and hit max speed. On the other side of the second summit, there is another nice drop, and I recalled it turning right near the bottom. It had started a light sprinkle, but the roads weren’t wet yet. The bigger problem was that I was outpacing the throw of my light. As I neared the bend, I started to brake, but the wheels slid, so I let off and started pumping the levers. I quickly realized I was going too fast to make the corner, so I started picking my line while trying more brakes. As I went off the road still going about 20mph per my cyclemeter app, my bike and I pitched into a dense blackberry thicket, with me going in head first over the bike. [image: Crash site] <https://www.flickr.com/photos/stonehog/30945519235/in/datetaken/> That hole is where I crawled out I remember a fast deceleration and my head tucking under my body. I heard and felt a loud spine crunching sound as I came to rest in a panic. I immediately thought I had damaged my neck or spine somehow – no head trauma, but my limbs were still there, and I could move. I fished the phone out of my pocket as well as I could – I was quite entangled in the vines. I called my wife and told her the bad news and asked for a pickup, giving her the rough directions to where I was. After hanging up, I started trying to get up, but it took several minutes of untangling myself from the bike and the vines. I remember looking out of what seemed like a briar tunnel. I was able to get up, but my neck was very sore, and I was worried about spine damage, so I just stood there. After a minute or two, Jan called me, and I saw her car lights. She got me in the car, and tried to hide my bike in the ditch, and we made our way to the ER for 4 hrs of waiting, x-rays, and worry. [image: If you crash at 30mph, brambles are a good airbag.] <https://www.flickr.com/photos/stonehog/30824180982/in/datetaken/> Neck brace gone, and blood cleaned up – will have some killer scars… Long story short, I was just fine. No broken bones, and a couple tylenol for the road. Unfortunately, when we returned for the bike, it was gone. Lessons (re)learned: 1. Slow down when you know a bend is coming – don’t wait until you can see it. 2. Don’t rely on your lights to help – especially when they are not projecting far enough based on your speed. 3. Don’t bomb a hill at night even when you have been down it several times before with no incident – if the conditions are not perfect – no sense in the extra danger – could have been a car or a deer in the way. 4. Don’t leave a perfectly good bike in the ditch for more than a few minutes… 5. Don’t let it stop you from what you enjoy – went out for a short ride today. Still feels great to be on a bike! P.S. if you see a white Velo Routier (Cycles Toussaint) on Whidbey Island, please drop me a line… Link to Bike Index <https://bikeindex.org/bikes/103716> Brian Hanson Seattle, WA Bike Blog <http://www.stonehog.com> @stonehog stonehogboɥǝuoʇs -- 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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Appaloosa Bag Setups
My wife commented that she doesn't have a place to put things on her bike, and I'm taking that as her asking me to emracken/embaggen. She has the light blue Joe Appa. Can I see some pics and get opinions of setups to get ideas? She generally uses it as a neighborhood rider, so no touring or big stuff needed... https://flic.kr/s/aHskzHMauB Brian Hanson Seattle, WA Bike Blog <http://www.stonehog.com> @stonehog stonehogboɥǝuoʇs -- 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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Whidbey S24O Ride Report
This with pics at http://www.stonehog.com/: Not much action on the camping front this year, so I grabbed a chance to do a quick overnight (S24O <https://www.rivbike.com/kb_results.asp?ID=36>) from my place in Freeland, WA up to Fort Ebey. It's about 30 miles one way, and a great chance to try: 1. Hunqapillar on singletrack 2. New road exploring 3. Hammock camping This also echoes the distance of a Lake Crescent trail <http://www.bikepacking.com/routes/olympic-adventure-route/> I want to do later this year. That gig is mostly singletrack, but I would use the same equipment. I got underway around 4:45pm on Monday. I figured it would take 2-3 hours, so I would likely have light to set up camp. John and I had explored Fort Ebey's mtb trails <http://stonehog.com/2016/08/25/fort-ebey-mtb/> a few days earlier, so I knew where the hike/bike campsites were. I packed light. There was a burn ban, so I didn't bother bringing a stove. Just 2 water bottles, a toaster pastry for breakfast, and a can of salmon for dinner. Easy. I wore the clothes on my back and brought along a pair of wool long underwear for sleeping. No rain in the forecast. Other than that, just my hammock, fly, sleeping bag and roll. Oh yeah - I strapped some sandals on, in case the feet got sore, but that was just unused extra weight. I think the whole thing weighed in under 10 pounds (not that it matters). The way up was stunning and uneventful. Heading north, I passed South Whidbey State Park, and Greenbank Farm. The stretch from Greenbank up to Coupville had some great hills and views, and the Navy Growlers were out practicing on the outlying field near Admirals Cove. The long stretch across Keystone to Fort Casey yielded a few seals and many sea birds, but I saw not much traffic on a Monday night. I searched through Fort Casey for a back route, and thought I had it following a gravel trail by the lighthouse, but it ended in a private road. I left it to chance, and wasted a few minutes, but it was worth the views. Hill road down to Ebey Beach is amazing - no shoulder, but equally no cars. After a short hop up to the bluff, and across an amazing open farming area, it was a quick ride to the new pavement of Madrona Way past the mussel farms in Penn Cove. At this point, I was starting to worry about sunlight - it had taken me about 2 1/2 hrs to get this far. I hurried on into Fort Ebey State Park, and set up the hammock. There was one other person in the hike/bike spot - a Pacific Northwest Trail <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pacific_Northwest_Trail> through hiker. After a dinner of canned salmon on the bluff overlooking the Straight of Juan de Fuca, and a great sunset, it was off to bed. The next morning was sunny, so I geared up and chatted with the hiker to learn about his journey <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pacific_Northwest_Trail>. He was a 65 years old Granite Falls, WA resident, and 7 weeks into the trail that started in Glacier National Park. After 8 bears (one grizzly at about 10 yds), a pack of wolves, and countless coyotes, he was just heading to the ferry to Port Townsend to have a lunch reunion with his wife before finishing the last 150 miles to Cape Alava. [image: stonehog-17.jpg] <https://www.flickr.com/photos/stonehog/28939445660/in/album-72157669792332024/>Ready for the trip home <https://www.flickr.com/photos/stonehog/28939445660/in/album-72157669792332024/> After a nourishing breakfast at the same scenic overlook on the bluff and a water bottle refill, I was off to ride the Kettles trail on the loaded Hunq. [image: stonehog-18.jpg]MTB Riv Style <https://www.flickr.com/photos/stonehog/28939447130/in/album-72157669792332024/> Needless to say, the Hunq made short work of the trail, and I found myself heading back south and past the barley fields to Ebey Beach. [image: stonehog-24.jpg] <https://www.flickr.com/photos/stonehog/29193383836/in/album-72157669792332024/> I stopped at the old "Ferry Building" on the bluff to explore and take some pics, then it was back down to Keystone, Greenbank, and finally back to Freeland for some rest and a meal. Route out and back are here: http://cyclemeter.com/51cfa6724f84c700/Cycle-20160822-1639 http://cyclemeter.com/51cfa6724f84c700/Cycle-20160823-0934 Brian Hanson Seattle, WA Bike Blog <http://www.stonehog.com> @stonehog stonehogboɥǝuoʇs -- 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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Seattle Beer Tour
Jim Warren was visiting Seattle recently, and we hooked up for a beer tour of the city, as he was looking to get a bike's eye view of the Emerald City. As a serendipitous encounter, I ran into one of my old Riv buddies, Rob Harrison, riding his Saluki at the very spot I was to meet up with Jim. Crazy coincidence - hadn't seen him in a few years. Pics prove it happened: https://flic.kr/s/aHskEH68FN Brian Hanson Seattle, WA Bike Blog <http://www.stonehog.com> @stonehog stonehogboɥǝuoʇs -- 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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Jan's Appaloosa
Pics of the build for my wife's new Appaloosa. Tape in honor of the late Prince. https://flic.kr/s/aHskzHMauB Brian Hanson Seattle, WA Bike Blog <http://www.stonehog.com> @stonehog stonehogboɥǝuoʇs -- 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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Ride in The Dalles
http://stonehog.com/2016/03/30/gorgeous-rides/ Some folks from the infamous Seattle Portland Riv Rumble did a ride last weekend in Lyle, WA near The Dalles. Great times ensued. Pics... Special thanks to Dr. Squirrel who did two rides in two days with two groups. Quite a ride guide, that one! Brian Hanson Seattle, WA Bike Blog <http://www.stonehog.com> @stonehog stonehogboɥǝuoʇs -- 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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] New Bike Day
Received the amazing Appaloosa today! My wife loved it on first ride, and the packing and condition was flawless as usual. Some pics after I re-assembled. More to come as we get it be-fendered and be-lighted. https://flic.kr/s/aHskwbFNCA Brian Hanson Seattle, WA Bike Blog <http://www.stonehog.com> @stonehog stonehogboɥǝuoʇs -- 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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Trail
Dave Johnston had a good request on thoughts on trail. Yes it is again the old low trail vs riv geometry. Here are my thoughts. Spoiler - I see the point for both - their are advantages either way. If you are not tired of this debate, have a look and let me know what you think. http://stonehog.com/2016/01/06/trail-riding/ Brian Hanson Seattle, WA Bike Blog <http://www.stonehog.com> @stonehog stonehogboɥǝuoʇs -- 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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] 7-yr Hilsen Review
Hey Riv bunch! I was reflecting today on my beloved Hilsen after riding it for about 7-years, and decided to put up some thoughts in a "long term review". Still my favorite bike, ever... http://stonehog.com/2016/01/04/a-homer-hilsen-7-year-review/ Brian Hanson Seattle, WA Bike Blog <http://www.stonehog.com> @stonehog stonehogboɥǝuoʇs -- 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 https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Oregon Outback
I just finished the Oregon Outback on my 54cm Hunqapillar. I used a hodgepodge of bags (Riv Med SaddleSack, Swift Paloma, and Orlieb) to carry the often times large loads. After 360 miles of rain, mud, dust, and lots of gravel roads, I am happy to report no mechanicals. The Hunqapillar was rock solid. There were 40+mph downhills with 30mph wind gusts, and I never felt under biked. Kudos to the 2.1 Thunder Burts. I had an almost flat the first day, but a little air and spin, and the Stan's sealant did its work. No problem for the next 300 miles. I will get a better write up with pics in the next few days. No other Rivs sighted, but I heard there was an Atlantis on the ride. P.S. Thumbs up for fenders. Mine was the only fendered bike I saw, and they kept my water bottles usable. Brian Hanson Seattle, WA -- 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] YAHR
New wrap on the Hunqapillar - finally decided the Noodles are dialed in. Yes - it's a harlequin wrap - just can't get enough. The gray tape went a bit brown with the amber shellac, so not perfect color matching, but I figure it will fade to gray eventually. BTW - riding tubeless Thunder Burts on this beast is amazing! Light, cush ride,and works as well on multi-surface diet as anything the mammoth has tried yet. pics here - https://flic.kr/s/aHsk9ADv89 tire comments here - http://stonehog.com/2015/04/05/first-prep-ride/ Brian Hanson Seattle, WA Bike Blog http://www.stonehog.com @stonehog stonehogboɥǝuoʇs -- 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] Brake Cable Hanger - Fork Crown Mount
http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/ca15089.htm Is anyone using this bad-boy with a rack also mounted at the fork crown? I've been using v-brakes on my Hunqa, but the cable is right at the rack mount level, so, although it works, it's sub-optimal as it goes up and over the rack, so it has a bit of extra play. I'd also like to be rid of the problem solver (road levers). I want to put CX-70 cantis on the front, but had a bad experience with Tektro cantis on this bike's first build - bad shudder. I believe the fork crown mount is the answer... It would have to allow a rack to through mount, 'cauz I'm not giving up the awesome rack on this. https://flic.kr/p/gJdUVX - shows the current situation with v-brakes. Brian Hanson Seattle, WA Bike Blog http://www.stonehog.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] Tubeless Rims for Oregon Outback
I have a set of Schwalbe Thunder Burts on the way for my Hunqapillar. The plan is to use them on some bikepacking overnights to get ready for the Oregon Outback. I just realized that I let me Synergy rims get a bit worn via too much braking, not enough pad changing. I now have my overworn pads on my bench to remind me to *check my brake pads regularly*. Since I also have some spoke cracking on the OC rim, I figure it's time to get some new rims for the summer. The Pacenti SL23s seem like a good tubeless rim to try - or perhaps the Velocity A23s. Any other recommended rims that are: 1. usable in a tubeless setup 2. not overly heavy - I weigh 160lbs 3. perhaps a bit wider Brian Hanson Seattle, WA Bike Blog http://www.stonehog.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] FT - Looking for Noodles and SA saddle
I have a few items that I would put forth as a trade offer (local would be best - Seattle, WA). I'm interested in Nitto Noodles in good shape: 42cm, 44cm, 46cm. Would also take Gran Bois Maes Parallel bars. I'm also interested in a Selle Anatomica saddle. Ideally it would still have life left in it. Don't care too much about color as long as it's red, burgundy, natural, brown, or black :) Would also love another set of Speedplay Frogs... I have the following to offer in trade: Brooks B17 Special - Green (good - broken in) - I penciled in the imperial cut for a project that hasn't happened yet - can be erased Brooks B17 Blue - (very good) MKS Urban Step-in pedals (like new) - platform/Time ATAC dual purpose Shimano A530 SPD pedals (very good) - platform/SPD dual purpose Nitto Moustache Bar - 26.0 - original (very good) - some bar tape residue, but less than 100 miles on it On-One Midge dirt drops (very good) - includes Nitto Periscopa stem, Dia-compe levers, and awesome harlequin wrap on tops VO Tourist bar (very good) Nitto flat bar on Nitto quill stem (good but worn) - from Miyata Ridge-Runner '88 - cool bar and stem - shows age and wear, but solid GranBois Cypres 700x30mm (New in package) Most of this is pictured here: https://flic.kr/s/aHsk4rzznt If you don't have a trade, make me an offer. Brian Hanson Seattle, WA Bike Blog http://www.stonehog.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] Backup Bikes
Today was a backup bike day. Had a slow leak in the tubeless (front tire amazingly!?) that is in need of a refill of Stans, but I needed to run an errand. Hopped on the old Stumpy and had a good ride into town. For those of you contemplating another set of wheels or a different cockpit, get another bike (or keep your old one). It comes in handy - you won't regret it... Brian Hanson Seattle, WA Bike Blog http://www.stonehog.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] Pre-Thanksgiving Ride Report
https://flic.kr/s/aHsk6tEeNj One for the folks that do longer rides. I've been wanting to do this one for a while now. A scenic ride around Whidbey Island. This was pretty tough as the last rando ride I did was May, and there is a lot of climbing that I tried to ignore while planning it. Anyhow, started a half hour late and did the solo thing around a beautiful place in the Puget Sound, and had probably the best weather of the week (mid-fifties). Great way to spend a day in the saddle. At one point I saw 20 (counted 'em) herons take off at once - pretty awesome sight! I rode the Homer, and it was flawless and comfy as usual. Brian Hanson Seattle, WA Bike Blog http://www.stonehog.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] Hilsen Overhaul
I am finishing up an overhaul on my '09 AHH. I've changed out a few things - replaced my Jack Brown Greens (measured 34.5mm when I pulled 'em) with Compass Stampede Pass rubber (measuring around 31.5mm). Edelux 2 to improve lighting from the original 1. On a lark, I put the old Mark's rack with the Plat rack extension on the back of the bike. I've come to realize that I don't like putting the weight up front on this guy due to wheel flop, but I still want to occasionally camp with this bike - a good platform is key. I also changed out most of the drivetrain: 1. dropped the 44T for a 42T to hopefully reduce the chance of breaking another front derailleur 2. went back to indexed 9-speed downtube shifters and rear 9-speed cassette - also retrying the Wipperman chain In an effort to reduce the (albeit light) occasional shimmy, I put a Miche needle bearing headset on. Initial test rides show are nice and snappy!!, but I have some work to do on the derailleur adjustments (rear) and will have to put the 105 front derailleur back on (tried an older Sachs) due to clearance on the tight Compass cranks. One more day and it'll be just right. Pics: https://flic.kr/s/aHsk4EQ4R1 Brian Hanson Seattle, WA Bike Blog http://www.stonehog.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] I love 42s
I have lately been coming to the conclusion that I want to standardize on a wheel tire combo that sadly doesn't work with my 59cm 700c Homer. I have been riding Hetre ELs all summer on my rando bike (Toussaint) that is a near sizing copy of my Homer, but is low trail and 650b. Now both bikes are nice, but the Homer is lighter, prettier, and my first love. On my ride home tonight on the 33s, however, I really felt the difference in comfort compared to the plush 42s. I've also been riding the Hetres tubeless (PL23 rims) and love the flat protection and even lower pressures that feel right with these wheels (25 front, 35 rear). Ideally, I would just do a 650b conversion on Homer, and life would be grand. That or find someone who wants 700c willing to trade a 58-60 Homer/Saluki for my copper beaut? That seems a bit far-fetched, however. I found an old thread on large 650b Homers, but didn't see any info on conversions. I would have to give up the Paul brakes and go with longer reach Silvers, but that's not really a problem for me. Has anyone else had this revelation? What was the result? BTW - pics of the two bikes - the side shots shows the similar crank height against the door: https://flic.kr/s/aHsjYpKpfL Brian Hanson Seattle, WA Bike Blog http://www.stonehog.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] Front Derailleur Fails
In 30+ years of riding, I've never had problems with front derailleurs. Now in the last year, I've had 2 break on me during normal riding. The first was a Shimano CX70 on a brevet last summer. I had some problems with the cage bending out due to chainsuck on that guy, so I wasn't too surprised. The other day on my commute home, I popped the cage on a Campy Centaur triple. It was a similar break at the top of the cage with a clean edge break. It doesn't feel like I'm hard on the shifting, but something must be up. Both breaks have been on my AHH with a Rene Herse 44x28 crankset. I adjust the derailleurs to be close to the top of the big ring with 1-2mm spacing as spec'd. No problem with another CX70 on my Hunqapillar and XD600 48x34 double. Similar mileage, and if anything, more abuse. Here are some pics: https://www.flickr.com/photos/stonehog/sets/72157646102516140/ Any suggestions? Do they just not make 'em like they used to? Brian Hanson Seattle, WA -- 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] Entmoot and Mason Hill Kettles
I saw a few kettles used with Trangia stoves on the Entmoot, and I'm curious what folks are enthralled with? I don't mind the plain old bowl, but pouring hot water in an aero press from a kettle is nicer... Brian Hanson Seattle, WA -- 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] WTT: B17 for B17 Narrow
I have a blue Brooks B17 that I would love to trade someone for a B17 narrow. Any takers? The B17 is lightly used - sub 500 miles. Brian Hanson Seattle, WA -- 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] Son of More Entmoot
It took me a while to process the trip, and how much fun it was. Super relaxing time away with like-minded amazing folks! This group is really a great find! Special call-outs to the Portland and So-cal crew who shared the ride with me down to the Bay Area! It made the 20-hrs of driving really fly by. I hope Ryan had a good ride back to Michigan, as well! Photos are here: https://flic.kr/s/aHsjZDgzVm And writeup: http://stonehog.com/2014/07/20/entmoot/ Brian Hanson Seattle, WA -- 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] Barlow Pass and Hilsen
For those of you contemplating these bigger tires as a “hetre-like” solution for your road-oriented Hilsen (especially if you need/want fenders), beware toe overlap. I have been riding on these guys for a few months now, and like them (light, grippy), but I’m now contemplating putting the Stampede Pass or Cypres tires and the old Honjos back on. I guess it just isn’t Hetre cush enough to make me comfy with getting used to the overlap… https://flic.kr/p/n3QmtV Here’s a short write up: http://stonehog.com/2014/05/13/barlow-pass/ Brian Hanson Seattle, WA -- 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] Wet 300k
Going with the fenders post, yesterday's ride in Seattle was a great testament to having coverage. It rained (hard) for at least half the ride. For me that was about 8 hours worth. Not the most fun I've ever had, but strangely satisfying in that a bad day outdoors on a bike is better than a good day inside. I certainly feel alive! I wasn't riding my Hilsen, but I will likely take that out next time. I'm waiting for a front Swift bag for the snacks and map. I was on a steel bike (Toussaint) experimenting with low trail and 650B (Hetres EL). The riv-related anecdote I'll bring up is how amazingly comfortable the Noodles are with a single cotton wrap layer. Even with non-cycling waterproof (not) gloves. It must be the diamond wrap! Pics:https://flic.kr/s/aHsjVSZLTk Brian Hanson Seattle, WA -- 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] Chilly Hilly and 1st Brevet
The riding season is trying to get going in the NW. There are even a few flowers blooming in the rain. I have a short write up on a couple rides from the last month. I took the Hunqapillar out on my first long ride of the year (Chilly Hilly) and had a blast. It was comfy, as usual. Albastaches are good for 50+ miles - no problems... http://www.stonehog.com Brian Hanson Seattle, WA -- 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] That big 700C tire we've been waiting for?
http://janheine.wordpress.com/2014/02/22/introducing-the-full-line-of-compass-tires/ Love the names! Looks like some testing may be in order... Brian Hanson Seattle, WA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Hawks Ride!
I know my friends in the bay area may not want to hear about this, but I had a glorious ride to the stadium today to watch the game. Riv content - I was on my Albastache’d Hunqapillar wearing my jeans, five tens, and Seahawks jersey! The ride home was even better… Brian Hanson Seattle, WA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Loop Ride
I did a nice quiet 15 miler today on the Homer. Still have the Christmas lights on, though we put away the tree yesterday. I stopped at the LBS to see if anything was new. Had a good chat. Altogether a perfect day. Pics: http://flic.kr/s/aHsjPFxeBm Brian Hanson Seattle, WA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] The Search Continues
I think there is a tire that is both supple, light, and flat resistant. Just hasn’t been invented or engineered yet, but it’s coming. I also think the Amazon hover-delivery is going to be “normal” someday - whether to deliver emergency medical supplies, or a needed bike part at midnight. I can’t wait. I also can’t wait for the perfect light, flexible, perfect trail for rear-bag and front basket and frame bag frame that has beautiful lugs, paint, name, font, feel bike for my commute, rando rides, and off road meanders. I’m guessing it will be a Riv or variant. Can’t freakin’ wait! For now, I’ll continue to enjoy my Gran Bois, Clement, Schwalbe, Jack Browns, occasional flats, and my waterfront rides on my Hunqa/Hilsen/Miyata. Brian Hanson Seattle, WA www.stonehog.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/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] New fenders and Lumos
I put hammered Honjos on the old Miyata, as well as a nice light up front. The 45mm fenders clear the Compass 42mm 26 tires - amazingly. The Lumos has a nice side throw, but I haven't had a chance to really tell if it's a big improvement over the Cyo IQ or Edelux. In any case, the bike feels upscaled now... http://flic.kr/s/aHsjJDCGkS Brian Hanson Seattle, WA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Vertical challenge Soma SM
I need some advice for those of you on the short side (sub 70cm PBH). I am building a bike for a friend who is 5'2 and has a 67cm PBH. She wants a bike for knee surgery recovery, exercise, and potentially a triathlon every few years. I am steering towards a San Marcos 47cm, but don't see stand over measurements. Anyone have one of these and a tape measure? Brian Hanson Seattle, WA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Hunqa with Albastaches
Per a couple of recent threads on Albastaches and too-fat tires, I've recently trimmed down the Hunqapillar for the winter commute. I removed the rear rack and set up the Toplight Line Plus light on a homemade temporary bracket until I find a more elegant solution, but I really like this bike with no rear rack. I also removed the large Wald front basket and I'm just strapping down a ShopSack for the commute. It felt so right on my commute test run on Friday that I felt like I hit the jackpot of fit! The 40mm MSO tires and the Albastaches make this bike steer (no shimmy) like it's on rails, plus the lighter, suppler tires help it roll as fast as my Hilsen on Cypres tires. Best combination I've ridden so far. The front V-Brake also helps (no shudder) stop it like it's hot. I had been riding Albatross bars for the past few months, but I haven't been able to get comfortable with the rise at the front bends that roll my hands inward in an awkward way. I really use the front bend position, and the Albastaches have it right - it feels way more natural for my wrists when I'm in the bends. The added width from the original moustache bars helps, too. This set up is a keeper... Pics: http://flic.kr/s/aHsjJ3T1D1 Brian Hanson Seattle, WA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Furious Freds, anyone? Racing Ralphs?
This reminds me of when I made snow tires with machine screws through the knobs on my old mtb tires. Wouldn't it be really great if folks just demanded large supple smooth road tires so we don't have to go to these extremes? Oh wait - the Compass 26 2.0s are exactly that. I love mine, BTW - awesome ride - probably made my older Miyata with Bosco's a favorite bike. Now if I could just lower the bottom bracket... Brian Seattle, WA Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Thu, Aug 8, 2013 at 11:14 PM, Philip Williamson philip.william...@gmail.com wrote: Oh - how he shaved the tread. I'm sorry. He said he inflated the tire and pressed hard with side cutters. Then the road does most of the work of smoothing it down as you ride. Philip www.biketinker.com On Thursday, August 8, 2013 10:36:01 PM UTC-7, Philip Williamson wrote: Lightness! The claimed weights of those knobbies looks good for such fat tires. I have 700C Big Apples, as well, but I think they're much heavier. I really like them, though. Philip www.biketinker.com On Thursday, August 8, 2013 6:35:11 AM UTC-7, Tony DeFilippo wrote: Philip - Really interesting, thanks for sharing the article. I like the idea though I'm not sure I'd gain much from my big apples. I don't have a drop bar 26 bike though... hmmm! On Thursday, August 8, 2013 3:24:26 AM UTC-4, Philip Williamson wrote: You've seen this, perhaps? http://bartthebikeman.**wordpress.com/2013/06/28/** schwalbe-racing-ralph-shaven-**as-a-road-tyre/http://bartthebikeman.wordpress.com/2013/06/28/schwalbe-racing-ralph-shaven-as-a-road-tyre/ Philip www.biketinker.com On Wednesday, August 7, 2013 7:34:31 AM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote: Asking opinions of people who have used one or the other or both: Are the FFs too fragile (360 grams at 50 mm!) for rough gravel? Now that Stan's seems to be the magic tie that binds paperweight tires and goathead-studded roads, I see no reason not to run the lightest tire that will stand up to rough gravel, but don't want blowouts at 40 mph down a steep logging road. The RR is 520 grams and a bit wider (2.25) and about the same price, so perhaps that's a better option? Heck, even at 520 grams, with the 560 gram Rhyno Lites in place of the 800 gram (light model) SnoCats and the 800 gram (light model, folding) BA Liteskins, climbing ought to be a different experience. The as-new pair of the BAs are still for sale. -- RESUMES THAT GET YOU NOTICED! Certified Resume Writer http://resumespecialties.com/**index.htmlhttp://resumespecialties.com/index.html patric...@resumespecialties.**com http://www.linkedin.com/in/**patrickmooreresumespec/http://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickmooreresumespec/ Albuquerque, NM -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Leaving RBW Owners Bunch
Tom - it's worth some frustration to stick this group out. Best listserv I've been a part of. Ever. Brian Seattle, WA Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Thu, Aug 8, 2013 at 11:15 PM, Joe Bernard joerem...@gmail.com wrote: It looks like you're in like Flynn (whatever that means)!. Posts to the list are moderated 'til the admins have determined you're a real live Riv-person. Welcome! On Thursday, August 8, 2013 9:48:47 PM UTC-7, Tom Virgil wrote: Much as I have tried, I am unable to post here. While there has been mention of dropped posts,and I have sent mail to the admin (doubt if he go it). I am done. Best regards to all of you Riv riders. Tom -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Ma Petite Betty
L, L, Love that! Best feature on the betty! The heart is part of what sold me on the Hunqa! Congrats, Cecily! You will love her! I just stared at one longingly today on a visit to Free Range in Seattle. Brian Seattle, WA Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Thu, Aug 8, 2013 at 9:35 PM, Cecily Walker cecily.wal...@gmail.comwrote: Proof that she's here in my possession. I still can't believe I own one of these bikes after wanting one for so long. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Trying to decide on handle bars for my Hunqapillar
Started with Moustaches. (good - too much reach) Went to Porteurs. (better - wrapped with the wrong tape color, and got antsy...) Next up, Noodles. (best - but felt just like my Homer) Now using Albas (tied for great with Noodles, but I am still a bit miffed that they swoop up - bending my hands at an odd angle when I'm in the forward position) Next up - may go back to Porteurs or Boscos (like on a another bike) The joys of a cockpit switcher! Brian Seattle, WA Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Thu, Aug 8, 2013 at 7:58 PM, Ozonation ekl...@gmail.com wrote: I'm trying decide on *Albatross - or other -* bar for my Hunqapillar I currently have Sam Hillborne with moustache bars and it's great, but would not mind some more hand positions. I was very intrigued by the Salsa Fargo and its woodchipper drop bars. I do not plan on doing excessively long tours - mostly day long trips of several hours at a time. I was thinking of trying *drop bars* on the Hunqapillar. However, when I ride with my wife, she prefers a more leisurely ride, and this is where the moustache bars I found a bit less comfortable because I just really want to go faster. So, I was thinking of a more *MTB style or Nitto Bullmoose bar* to be a bit more upright. If I take the bike on rougher trails, I would think something like *Nitto Bullmoose* bars (more MTB style) would be best. I hadn't really consider the *Nitto Albatross *bars - how long are they for longer distances and rougher trails? I have noticed that a lot of Hunqapillar riders use the Albatross bars, and it has gotten a lot of good reviews. And Rivendell even features a rider on mountain trails using what looks like an Albatross bar on one of its videos! Some swear by another one, the *Nitto Bosco Bullmoose *bar, which sort of lends the above. Any opinions on what handle bar best serves me in all situations? Albatross? Other? Thanks. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Long can be good, too
I put the SAA on as I had done a 200k earlier this year with no ill-effect. I have the Pearl on another bike, and at this point think it would be fine for the long ride, but didn't want to move it. The SAA is awesome out of the box with the only downside that it stretches - I've tightened this one a couple times already, and it's even the Titanico X model built for clydesdales (I weigh in at 160lbs). I think these saddles are a bit like good tires - they have a limited lifespan. It may stop stretching, and I'll be good with it for the next 10 yrs - hard to say. Brian Seattle, WA Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Wed, Aug 7, 2013 at 11:46 AM, john johnco...@comcast.net wrote: Brian, I'm curious about your saddle choice for the long ride. Over on your blog you discussed softening a Pearl saddle with success. I can't quite tell from the pictures, but it looks like you chose to ride a SAA for the long ride. Is the Pearl still working for you? Not as well as you'd like? I'm curious about the break-in, and longer term use. Thanks for the pictures and words; they are inspirational. John On Sunday, August 4, 2013 7:08:33 PM UTC-7, stonehog wrote: I just finished a great 300k in Whatcom county (furthermost north/west part of WA state), and my ride goal for 2013. It was my longest ride, and my first 300k. The first 60 miles led to a 5000' climb to Artist's Point flic.kr/s/aHsjA7EhD5 **nestled between Mt. Baker and Mt. Shuksan. It was brutal but beautiful climbing up to the clouds and snow! From there, we headed back down on an amazing (and fast) descent the way we came up. I stopped to take some pics I missed on the way up, filled up on coconut water, and then headed north through blueberry and raspberry fields to the Canadian border, and West to Peace Arch Park at the border crossing and the Pacific Ocean. After a nice jaunt along the coast, we headed back home. I suffered on the last 100k with a left knee that wasn't cooperating, and a front derailer that broke after the Baker climb, but I mustered that last 50 miles and enjoyed the feeling of pulling in after a full day of awesome scenery in perfect weather! Pix proved it happened: http://flic.kr/s/aHsjHhzZyg Brian Hanson Seattle, WA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Long can be good, too
One too many chain sucks broke the outer plate. I would like to work up to a longer multiple-day ride some day. More just riding in my future. Brian Hanson On Aug 4, 2013, at 7:24 PM, Tony DeFilippo vpi...@gmail.com wrote: Brian, congratulations on making your ride goal for the year! All the better given that you had to battle some to get there. What happened with your front derailleur and what do you have in mind for an encore? Tony -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Long can be good, too
Yes - it was with SIR, and was extremely well run. The 3 Volcanos ride is definitely on the list! Brian Hanson On Aug 5, 2013, at 7:42 AM, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote: Brian, congrats on finishing and thanks for posting the pictures. Looks like an incredible ride. I love the 300k distance. While it can be challenging, with some luck and some prep it can also be a really nice long day in the saddle. I take it this was with SIR? Looks that way. I someday hope to do their 3 Volcanos 300k, seems like a dream route. --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Roll On, Columbia, Roll On: PDX-Astoria-Centralia
Nice ride, Shawn! That area is on my list. Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Aug 4, 2013, at 1:22 PM, shawn m. smula...@gmail.com wrote: Just returned last night from a whirlwind four-day bike adventure around the Columbia River. I was an epic ride that I hope I never have to do the same way again! I'll be brief. I took the train from Seattle to Vancouver, WA and met my friend Brad and we rode into and around Portland for the day. Between Portland's abundant bike infrastructure and flat terrain (by Seattle standards, anyway) we wracked up an easy 49 miles just noodling around, crossing giant bridges, finding felafel and coffee, and checking out his favorite bike shops. Weather was glorious, mid-70s, and it was as fine a Wednesday as I can recall having. After camping out in the yard, I awoke before dawn feeling like I'd bitten off more than I could chew but would chew anyway. Crossed the Willamette to Highway 30, took a left onto the the Scappoose-Vernonia Highway at Scappoose and climbed into the mountains. I made pretty good time for fairly loaded touring, traffic was light and the scenery lovely. I stopped and made coffee and couldn't find my camera and decided I must have left it at home, beside my toothbrush perhaps, as it was also missing. I rode some more. The terrain was mostly gently rolling hills, and apart from a decent climb at the start and a healthy climb at the end, there wasn't much to get too worked up over. The route feels remote, but there are some services at very widely spaced intervals. A few miles short of Astoria, as daylight was fading, I wandered into the Clatsop State Forest and pitched my tent and collapsed. I was so tired that dinner was water and a can of sardines, a couple cookies and lights out. It wasn't until the next, very wet, morning that I realized I had bagged my first ever 'century': 102 miles! Early the next morning I rolled down the hill into Astoria proper, and treated myself to coffee and french toast while I worked up the nerve to take on the Astoria Bridge. As intimidating as it sounded in my planning, it was nothing compared to seeing it in real life. As I approached the bridge, I was wondering how I might rework my itinerary to avoid it all together. It was raining in that classic heavy misting way that I've only seen on the northwest coast, visibility was a couple hundred yards, and the only person wearing more reflective gear than me was the flagger who told me to stop. She smiled at me at said I can't believe you're doing this by choice... What choice, I replied. I can hardly swim across. We had a nice, brief conversation in the rain. She mumbled something about a bicycle into her microphone and then said Okay, go ahead. I was only able to get you a 2 minute headstart. That was very nice of her, I thought, and having a few minutes to get used to it without traffic made a huge difference. I survived the bridge crossing, obviously, but it was the longest 21, 473 feet ever, and I don't ever want to do it again. The next five hours were the same heavy misting rain, and I didn't have a stitch of raingear; the old adage '20% chance of rain will still get you 100% wet' held true. I won't be gambling man that way again. It wasn't cold though, so I just kind of got used to it. It cleared up around mid-day and I stopped to dry out and have lunch at Bruceport county park, where I found my camera but not my toothbrush. I made it to Raymond, WA completely knackered after 66 miles, and I’d had my fill of logging trucks. There’s nowhere to camp really anywhere near Raymond, and the forest is all private tree farm, so I wasn’t comfortable with stealth camping in it. I bailed on 101 North with its guarantee of more logging trucks and their infatuation with the fog line, and took Highway 6 toward Rainbow Falls State Park. It was a fine quiet logging truck-free route, but the longest 35 miles I’ve ever ridden, even though it’s the easiest route over the coast range. I arrived at Rainbow Falls pursued by an angry Boxer trying to tear off my starboard pannier, never happier to see a campgound in my whole life. My second century in as many days, but I felt okay after a hot meal and a beer. I slept late broke camp and rode the 27 miles to the train station in Chehalis with what felt like somebody else’s legs. It was a genuine adventure, in that there were occasions where I desperately wanted to be somewhere else. And while it was fun, I don’t ever want to do another trip like it. I like touring places where I can stop and look around once in a while, see other people. Sixty miles a day, sure; a hundred? Hell no! After I left Portland, I didn’t see another bike on the road. Ever. Beautiful country down there, even in the rain. My Hunqapillar was a total champ and the most comfortable bike ever. I’d have never made a hundred miles without it, let alone
[RBW] Long can be good, too
I just finished a great 300k in Whatcom county (furthermost north/west part of WA state), and my ride goal for 2013. It was my longest ride, and my first 300k. The first 60 miles led to a 5000' climb to Artist's Point flic.kr/s/aHsjA7EhD5 nestled between Mt. Baker and Mt. Shuksan. It was brutal but beautiful climbing up to the clouds and snow! From there, we headed back down on an amazing (and fast) descent the way we came up. I stopped to take some pics I missed on the way up, filled up on coconut water, and then headed north through blueberry and raspberry fields to the Canadian border, and West to Peace Arch Park at the border crossing and the Pacific Ocean. After a nice jaunt along the coast, we headed back home. I suffered on the last 100k with a left knee that wasn't cooperating, and a front derailer that broke after the Baker climb, but I mustered that last 50 miles and enjoyed the feeling of pulling in after a full day of awesome scenery in perfect weather! Pix proved it happened: http://flic.kr/s/aHsjHhzZyg Brian Hanson Seattle, WA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Moved, 50% by Bicycle
The Hilsen can do anything! Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Jul 27, 2013, at 9:48 PM, Christopher Chen cc...@nougat.org wrote: Hey Gang: So I moved apartments, 20 blocks diagonally, if you use the pythagorean theorem, down a subtle but noticeable hill. I decided to do some or most of the moving with my Hilsen. I borrowed Smitty's trailer, a tastefully converted burley kid hauler. The riding really wasn't much to write home about--I would joke about how the load in the trailer was anti-planing, sucking up momentum as I tried to climb, or just make forward progress. I'm sure I got a fair number of stares as I lugged progressively weirder things down the street (floorlamps are interesting hauling). Today I did the last haul that really mattered--my cat came over to the new place. I'm not sure if I'll have many opportunities to ride with my cat, so it was a special thing. Blah blah blah moving, the point of this email was to say, after countless rides back and forth, pulling empties up the hill and flying down with literally domestic components, I took the trailer off and went grocery shopping. Threw some junk in the saddlebag, and rode to the co-op to get ingredients for that most special of meals, the first dinner in the apartment. I won't mention the chance running into a pretty face, and some nice conversation for a few blocks, but I will mention that even after slogging all day, riding home with a heavy load of groceries (damn, that beer is heavy), I had a grin on my face because my bike rode SO NICELY. Cheers cc PS: This also counts as a big public Thank You to Smitty for lending me his trailer. Andy, I owe you dinner, but since you're a family guy, I guess I owe your family dinner. Pictures proved some of it might have occurred: http://www.flickr.com/photos/lumachrome/9316183890/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/lumachrome/9322708213/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/lumachrome/9378852323/ -- I want the kind of six pack you can't drink. -- Micah -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Cycling is inherently conservative.
Love the link - thanks, Patrick. As one who just visited London, it is interesting to hear that they feel that the car culture is hitting them squarely. I used the tube, bus, and feet to get around, but I noticed a LOT more medium to large cars than I remember from my last trip 12 yrs ago. That said, I was more used to cars back before I had gotten out of the habit of driving. As for the idea that drivers are surprised that other forms of transport can get you there faster, I see that every day in Seattle on my commute. I regularly ride past long lines of cars stuck in traffic full of frustrated drivers. My bike commute, when averaged out over the changing traffic patterns, is the same as driving a car. I am also refreshed at work. So worth it. Sad state of affairs - everyone has been sold into thinking they need cars for their day-to-day errands. Brian Seattle, WA Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Sat, Jul 27, 2013 at 12:56 PM, Patrick Moore bertin...@gmail.com wrote: I should have added that I posted that link simply because it is interesting to me to see what spectrum of opinion cycling embraces in fact, although most dedicated cyclists seem to be liberal, and not because I wanted to push any ideological agenda; I despise ideologies, right or left (if these words even have any meaning, as Tim notes). Positions, social or otherwise, can be articulated and defended -- or not -- on their own merits. For the record, I find much to agree with in Hitchen's screeds, but hardly define myself by his rants. On Sat, Jul 27, 2013 at 1:30 PM, Tim McNamara tim...@bitstream.netwrote: Unfortunately the words that get co-opted (or perhaps corrupted would be more apropos) by politicians come to mean everything and nothing, depending on the expediency of the moment. Riding a bike is liberal in the terms that Deacon Patrick used- it is liberating and indeed played a major role in expanding the rights of women in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Riding a bike is conservative compared to driving a motor vehicle, taking far less resources to manufacture and to operate. Patrick Moore's comment of cycling's conservativeness in rejecting unneeded and ultimately harmful innovation is sadly not one I can agree with. The history of the development of the bicycle is littered with such innovations. Carbon fiber reinforced plastics are only the latest expression of innovation that has caused much harm from injuries when steerer tubes, fork blades and frames have snapped under normal and/or readily foreseeable less-than-normal situations. Drillium is another harmful innovation that comes into and falls out of fashion periodically. CNC milled parts such as stems and cranks which had an unacceptably high failure rate would be yet another; some of those are still with us today because the people manufacturing those products too often fail to understand metallurgy and metal fabrication adequately. Rivendell and people like Jobst Brandt might be considered conservative by Patrick's description, but mainstream cycling is not- instead they chase new marketable pseudo-advancements in order to keep selling new bikes to a small subset of the population. Locally (Twin Cities) I see a lot of people riding nice quality steel bikes from the 70s and 80s, dressed like unracers and looking like they are going to/from work and running errands. I am cheered up by this every time. Most of these are younger folks in their 20s or maybe early 30s, although I also see an increase in teenaged and pre-teenaged cyclers as well. This cheers me up even more. I see groups of nice young people meeting up to go out for the evening by bike. I see bikes locked up all over the downtown areas and other business areas in town. While us older folks are grumbling and and forming committees and pushing for bike lanes and trails as if this was a prerequisite for people to feel safe to ride, younger folks seem to be just skipping all that and getting on their bikes to get where they are going. Instead of waiting for us to fix the world to make it cycleable, they've gotten ahead of us by just doing it. Something else I have noticed… I get a lot less hassle from drivers than I got just five years ago. They are used to seeing bikes on the roads, it seems. Tim On Jul 27, 2013, at 1:39 PM, Patrick Moore bertin...@gmail.com wrote: And inherently conservative -- rejecting unneeded and ultimately harmful innovation. On Sat, Jul 27, 2013 at 12:32 PM, Deacon Patrick lamontg...@mac.com wrote: I'd say cycling is inherently liberal. Not the backwards modern meaning politicians use today. The correct, original meaning of liberal, as in liberating, seeking freedom for every person. With abandon, Patrick On Saturday, July 27, 2013 12:12:51 PM UTC-6, Patrick Moore wrote: http://hitchensblog.mailonsunday.co.uk/ And not only conservative, but snarling, Cobbett-like, High
Re: [RBW] Re: Dawn of the Hunqapillar
Shawn - we need to go for a ride - I have a 54cm hunqa, too, and it's set up very similarly. http://flic.kr/p/eCurLu The purpose is a camper bike, but I mainly use it for commuting. Let me know if your up for a ride one of these days... Brian Seattle, WA Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Tue, Jul 23, 2013 at 8:22 AM, shawn m. smula...@gmail.com wrote: Peter, Your resurrection of this thread is timely, in a way. This past weekend I took the Hunqapillar on an overnight trip from Seattle to Port Townsend. My route was a conscious choice of more climbing for less traffic, so I became pretty intimate with how it climbs, and how I climb, too. I had spinal neurosurgery in June and this was the first big ride since, and given that recovery had compromised some of my fitness there was some concern that all those hill might very well wear me out. And they mostly did, too, but I made it. The bike was very comfortable and stable climbing, and with a couple of exceptions I was able to stay in the middle ring. I was carrying approximately 10 lbs. in the front basket and that load up high made for a noticeable wobble when climbing out of the saddle; nothing unpredictable or overly flexy, but you could feel it's effect on handling. Descents were pretty much all grins and wahoos, though. Overall, I love the Hunqapillar. We're carfree so it gets ridden daily for transportation/utility, and it's always a joy. Living in Seattle I can't go anywhere without climbing a hill, and frankly if my beat-up physiognomy can ride it up the hills, I'm confident that you won't be disappointed either. For context, I'm 47, 5'9, 175, lifetime unracer, recovered mountain biker, infrequent tourer. If you're on the fence about a Hunqapillar, I say dive in. As the others here can attest, it's a wonderful bicycle. A couple pics of my 'camping' trip to Port Townsend: http://www.flickr.com/photos/45524179@N08/sets/72157634765980946/ I should mention that I didn't actually DO any camping. I ran into old friends in PT who took me to dinner, bought me beers, and made me a warm bed for the night. That's a first-class campout in my book! Cheers, Shawn M. Seattle, WA (Fremont) On Monday, July 22, 2013 1:57:25 PM UTC-7, Peter wrote: Shawn, Thanks for these great looking photos. How's the bike working out for you? How is it on hills? I love looking at your photos, very tempted to buy one, but concerned if I'm strong enough to ride it on steep hills, whether it would wear me out or not. Would appreciate a report if you see this and have time to respond. All best, Peter D. On Saturday, September 22, 2012 11:35:22 PM UTC-5, shawn m. wrote: While I'm still smarting from the loss of my beloved Hillborne (long story, things happen, ends well), I'm more than a little consoled by the addition of a 54cm Hunqapillar in my life. It's built up from the parts from my Sam; virtually everything moved right over, right down to the Honjos (an aside: fenders took longer than the rest of the build all together and the front fender line is still a work in progress). I rode out to Golden Gardens to snap some pix of it's virginal purity, which if you're interested you can find here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/**45524179@N08/sets/**72157631600410033/http://www.flickr.com/photos/45524179@N08/sets/72157631600410033/ It's a lovely riding bicycle. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] My New Sam
Lovely Sam! Two tone is key! Great classic riv build. Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Jul 20, 2013, at 6:38 AM, djbardwil djbard...@gmail.com wrote: Like most of us I would imagine, I keep lookout on the Rivendell site and am also the happy owner of a Custom and an Atlantis. Both bikes were local purchases found through eBay and built-up with the assistance and supply from the great folks at Rivendell. As of today, I am the proud new owner of my first new (demo) Rivendell - a 48 cm Sam I had the luck of finding on rivbike.com at the moment it was being posted for sale. First there was a listing with no photo and, seconds later, the photo appeared and the price was great. Having hemmed and hawed over a similar 48 cm Hunqa frame months ago and finding it no longer listed one day, I acted quickly: 1) pleaded with wife; 2) made some promises; 3) called Riv - spoke with Keven (an awesome fellow - promised it would be my favorite); 4) made the purchase. The bike arrived yesterday with the best packing I've ever seen, and the first shipped bike I've received that was not damaged in any way. Assembling it was a breeze and interesting to see how the parts were assembled in the box, zip-tied, bubble wrapped and foam protected - amazing work. I took my first ride this morning and it was instantly comfortable with a wonderful upright position everyone here describes as the benefit to the Albas; the seat is a sprung Brooks Flyer (pre-aged) and the tires are Fatty Rumpkin 650Bs - smooth and comfortable. My stable is complete (I promised) - what a great experience! Links to flickr photos (hopefully no issues with viewing) for you: http://www.flickr.com/photos/45736724@N04/9327917838/in/photostream/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/45736724@N04/9327917096/in/photostream/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/45736724@N04/9327915888/in/photostream/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/45736724@N04/9327915252/in/photostream/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/45736724@N04/9327913962/in/photostream/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/45736724@N04/9327913342/in/photostream/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/45736724@N04/9327912184/in/photostream/ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Are fenders necessary for a Pacific NW tour in August?
I leave em on all year. Keeps the bike clean. You will probably hit wet roads at some point this time of year. Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Jul 18, 2013, at 7:58 AM, Michael Williams mkernanwilli...@gmail.com wrote: Hey group, just wanted to ask some of the Pacific NWers on the list if it is necessary to have fenders for a tour from roughly Aug 1st to Sep 1st? I'll be riding the ACA Sierra/Cascades route from Truckee, CA to Seattle, then onto the San Juan Islands hopefully.Im not really familiar with the weather in those areas. If it was winter/fall/spring, sure Id be going with fenders. Just wanted to know about Summer weather patterns.thanks in advance!! -Mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Family Bike Tour
The risks are worth the rewards. These pictures show it in spades. Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Jul 13, 2013, at 9:52 AM, Andy Smitty Schmidt 54ca...@gmail.com wrote: Landing back at home after a week bike tour with my family and hearing the news about Seth V was/is gut wrenching. Like most of those who commented on that thread, I only knew Seth online through this group. It still feels like a loss nonetheless. Right before we departed on our trip, I heard another incident of a cyclist hit-and-run on a road just outside Portland. As me and mine pedaled over this past week, it was tough to shake thoughts of the risks we take by riding on roads. We made it through without incident and the the time spent with the family on the bike was the stuff to remember for a lifetime. Despite the risks involved in doing a trip like this, my belief that bicycling is the freedom of the open road that car commercials have been peddling for however many years, is that much stronger. Pics remind me why I ride. http://www.flickr.com/photos/15966859@N07/sets/72157634624349704/ --Smitty -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Northwest Roadtrip with bikes
Nice pics, Franklyn! Looks like a great trip! Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Jul 12, 2013, at 5:46 PM, franklyn sini...@msn.com wrote: A couple of weeks ago I asked the list for some suggestions on places to ride for my Pacific NW roadtrip. We ended up staying twice in Portland with a 3-night bike-camping trip in the San Juan Islands. It was great. We didn't get out of Portland for any ride, but rode all over town for the total 4 nights we stayed. On the islands we stayed at Lopez and Orcas, and visited San Juan Island. The ride on the west shore of San Juan, and on Orcas were spectacular, especially riding from Eastsound to the top of Mt Constitution in Moran State Park. Here are some pictures from the trip. We both rode 650b-wheeled bikes, where my wife carried her load on a tubus rear rack on her 82' Trek 720 and I carried most of the load upfront on my Sequoia with a kogswell low-trail fork. Both bikes worked great as touring bikes. I saw David's (cyclotourist) flickr pictures on his visit to Portland and am a little envious he got to ride with some folks around town, but we had a good time. Next time! http://www.flickr.com/photos/franklyn/collections/72157634576427083/ best, Franklyn -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] My wife's new Betty Foy
Another beautiful Betty! Brian Seattle, WA Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Fri, Jul 12, 2013 at 8:00 AM, Addison Wilhite addisonwilh...@gmail.comwrote: Thought I'd pass along a few pics. Today was her first commute on the bike. Still dialing a few things in but she's loving it. http://reno-rambler.blogspot.com/2013/07/a-new-bike-in-family-betty-foy.html Regards, -- Addison http://reno-rambler.blogspot.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/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Terrible News
Seth - you will be missed, my friend. The list brings sadness today. Looking at your Flickr favorites, you have a bit of all of us there. Brian Seattle, WA Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Tue, Jul 9, 2013 at 9:38 PM, Evan Spacht evan.spa...@gmail.com wrote: While I never knew, or had the pleasure of corresponding with Seth, this is still heart breaking. Ride safe folks, -Evan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] good ride
Erik - I've always admired your photos! Thanks for the recent batch. If you ever organized a Riv Ride combined with a photography tutorial, you would find a full crowd showing up. Brian Seattle, WA Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Wed, Jul 10, 2013 at 6:43 PM, erik jensen bicyclen...@gmail.com wrote: hi everyone: been a while since i've posted on the list, but i figured some of you might enjoy the photos from my most recent off road tour -- a traverse of the sierra entirely on dirt from truckee to auburn. bikenoir.blogspot.com a protobomba, hunqapillar, and mb-1 were the usual suspects. a shameless plug for you, e -- oakland, ca bikenoir.blogspot.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/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Terrible News
http://stonehog.wordpress.com/2013/07/10/a-sad-day/ I would love to send something along to Seth's family/friends. Brian Seattle, WA Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Wed, Jul 10, 2013 at 9:57 PM, Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com wrote: I'm in. Eric N www.CampyOnly.com CampyOnlyGuy.blogspot.com Twitter: @CampyOnlyGuy On Jul 10, 2013, at 9:49 PM, Evan evanellio...@gmail.com wrote: I like Bob Barr's postcard suggestion. What do you-all think? If some or many of us are willing to send a postcard, and if Jack Warman agrees that a postcard memorial sounds all right, perhaps Jack could post a mailing address here? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: poll: what do you have on your rack (s)?
Currently: AHH - Marks Platrack with Acorn Tall Boxy Rando on front - toolbag on saddle Hunqa - Haulin' Colin rack with SaddleSack Medium (on the front) and SaddleSack XS on rear Past iterations include medium and large Wald baskets and associated ShopSacks. Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Jul 8, 2013, at 3:46 PM, Robert F. Harrison rfharri...@gmail.com wrote: Hmmm...it varies depending on where I've moved things around but Sackville Trunksack small up front Sackville Trunksack large in back Acorn Medium Saddlebag Acorn Handlebar bag Wald large basket with and without Large Sackville Shopsack I've got mini-fronts on the Quickbeam and Hunq, an R-14 on the former, and a Nitoo Big Back Rack on the latter. I generally carry a small toolkit, a pump, patch kit, a saddle cover (Aardvark), zip ties, a couple of lights, a few food handling gloves, sunscreen (it's Hawaii) and...well it varies. I've often been accused of carrying too much, until they break down and I have something to hold it together and make it back. I also have a full set of bright yellow Ortieb BikePacker Plus/Sport Packer Plus for touring, but I don't use them much on my Rivs as those don't go to the mainland. I have used them on my Hunq in back for camping and the basket up front; mostly when it's a couple of nights. For one night out it's sort of overkill. Aloha! On Mon, Jul 8, 2013 at 6:37 AM, clayton treefir...@yahoo.com wrote: One handed quick release basket on the front, and a Jandd rack trunk on the rear. On Friday, July 5, 2013 7:13:07 AM UTC-7, NWAJack wrote: So a while back there was a RR article about what they were carrying in their saddlebag. So, what do you all have on your rack(s) right now? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- Robert Harrison Honolulu, HI rfharri...@gmail.com statrix.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/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] What brand was that Japanese bartape RBW just stopped selling?
Viva Brian Seattle, WA On Mon, Jul 8, 2013 at 8:12 PM, Michael john11.2...@gmail.com wrote: They make a color that matches the Bleriot almost perfectly I want to put on the Bleriot. Anyone know? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] What brand was that Japanese bartape RBW just stopped selling?
http://store.somafab.com/vivatape.html Soma has a good selection, and there is also a few colors listed on the Jitensha site. Best tape I've used. Brian Seattle, WA On Mon, Jul 8, 2013 at 9:55 PM, Brian Hanson stone...@gmail.com wrote: Viva Brian Seattle, WA On Mon, Jul 8, 2013 at 8:12 PM, Michael john11.2...@gmail.com wrote: They make a color that matches the Bleriot almost perfectly I want to put on the Bleriot. Anyone know? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] riv ride redux
I did a more thorough ride report on last month's Seattle vs. Portland Riv Rumble - hopefully inspiration to the nor-cal vs. so-cal rumble coming up. Special thanks to Chris and Andy for extra photographs! http://stonehog.wordpress.com/2013/07/06/camping-with-bikes/ Brian Hanson Seattle, WA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Big Sur Tour
Great pics! That looks like quite a trip. Brian On Sun, Jun 23, 2013 at 8:32 AM, Anne Paulson anne.paul...@gmail.comwrote: Sounds like a great trip! Touring the Pacific Coast in the warmer months is always a bike party. Another lesson: Check with local cyclists if possible. Locals would probably not have routed you on Highway 92. King's Mountain or Old La Honda would have been recommended; it's possible to ride 92, as you discovered, but better alternatives exist. In Northern California, highways are not called THE N. They are just called N, so for example Highway 92 is called Highway 92. About the train: Cyclists need reservations for the bike on the Coast Starlight now? When I have ridden it with my bike, I have arrived early, boxed my bike and paid for it, and then given it to the baggage people with no trouble. I've never made a reservation beforehand, just arrived at the station by bike and boxed the bike (in a box supplied by Amtrak). Is it a new policy that bikes need reservations? On Sun, Jun 23, 2013 at 8:18 AM, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote: Fantastic! Glad everything worked out with the departure and getting to visit RBWHQ. --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- -- Anne Paulson My hovercraft is full of eels -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone done a metric century or longer on Albas?
I stand up all the time with Albas. As long as the stem is out a bit more than drops, I find them almost easier to stand with. Extra room and leverage. Brian Hanson On Jun 22, 2013, at 1:39 PM, Michael Hechmer mhech...@gmail.com wrote: Don't mean to change the topic. I don't ride Albs but can certainly appreciate why people like them and can actually especially see them on longer rides where a more upright position is appreciated. But I have always wondered about standing up with them. I often stand up on short ramps where I can maintain momentum and avoid dropping a ring, but I find any bars that are higher than the saddle make it feel difficult to rock the bike and maintain that momentum cadence. Vermont is full of moguls that put a premium on charging forward and maintaing speed. Do people ever stand up with Albs? Michael Westford, VT ( I dare you to find it on a map!) On Saturday, June 22, 2013 4:19:56 PM UTC-4, Tony wrote: I have done the Grizzly Peak Century four times. It's pretty hilly and I get by fine on my Sam with Albatross bars. I often get remarks of how comfortable I look. I notice most people ride the hoods of their drop bars which doesn't look that much different from my position #2 at the front part of the bar. I don't usually ride that far and we could talk about why someone would, but I am pretty sure if I became interested in long rides I would at least look into drop bars which for many many years have been people's choice for that kind of riding. Tony On Friday, June 21, 2013 9:36:17 PM UTC-7, Michael wrote: How do you like them for these long rides? I have some on my Sam now but haven't gone on any long rides yet. Was wondering. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Albatross or Noodles - Help Me Decide
Get both, and extra cables. Change between them as the mood strikes you. Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Jun 20, 2013, at 4:46 PM, Minh mgiangs...@gmail.com wrote: I ride both, on bikes with very similiar dimensions (both riv's), they are very different and both good. the albas look less serious, but you can go pretty fast with them, the upright position is comfortable, the curves allow you to stretch out a bit and they are so wide (way wider then even the widest noodles), that you can get plenty of leverage climbing. the noodles are great drop bars, no complaints, great ramps, comfortable over time, it's just a different ride if you've been riding drops for a long time and just want to try something different then you should try the albas. short of testing them yourself it's hard for us to really tell you one is better then the other. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Rivish Spots Around Downtown Seattle?
Check out Free Range Cycles in Fremont. I would try to meet you for a coffee, but I'm actually in Rivendell (San Fran) country tomorrow. https://plus.google.com/app/basic/local/103881115136976357546/about?gl=UShl=en-US Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Jun 21, 2013, at 12:37 AM, Christopher Chen cc...@nougat.org wrote: I'll be in Seattle tomorrow from 4 to 6 and was wondering if there be any Rivish places to drop by. All the places I know are up towards UW. cc -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Brooks Cambium C-17 First Look
To me this is a question of time in the saddle. If I'm commuting or on a ride up to about 25 miles, normal shorts/undies are fine (though I still find cotton lousy due to lack of wicking). If I'm doing a longer ride, I'll put on the padded wool shorts. It's not just the padding that helps on longer rides. Loose-fitting pants/shorts rubbing for more than a few hours will eventually cause abrasions. Seems to be physics (friction?). I am guessing that everyone has a different thick-skin threshold. It's like wool - some folks can't wear it without major itch. Brian Seattle, WA On Wed, Jun 19, 2013 at 3:10 PM, Eric Platt epericmpl...@gmail.com wrote: Another data point. I was in the habit of wearing padded short liners on a hammock saddle. Then a while went with just underwear. Because of the way I sit on the rear cantle of the saddle, this ended up causing a physical problem. Moved over to an older Terry saddle and the problem went away with padded shorts. Starting this year, decided to try the hammock with padded again. Unfortunately the same physical issue appeared. Once again back to the Terry and no problem. It could be the issues had nothing to do with the change of clothing, but after having it happen twice, am not going to risk it again. Just as likely it is my excessive weight on the saddle causing the issue. Eric Platt St. Paul, MN On Wed, Jun 19, 2013 at 4:06 PM, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote: On Wed, 2013-06-19 at 13:34 -0700, Matthew J wrote: I've been using padded shorts with hammock saddles for 40 years. Context, please. Would you have an adverse reaction if not? I do not wear padded shorts and hammock saddles are the only saddle that work for me. I will never forget my first century attempt. 1973, shorts that are cut off denim jeans with Y fronts underneath, no gloves, sneakers. By the time I got to mile 75 there was no part of me that came into contact with the bike that didn't hurt. Hands were on fire; feet were in pain from where the top clips pressed on my big toe nails and where the front and back edges of the Campagnolo pedals had dug trenches into them; and I developed a new understanding of the Johnny Cash song Burning Ring of Fire that I've never been able to forget. I started wearing riding shorts after that ride. Gloves and cycling shoes, too. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: I rode my A. Homer Hilsen on a 600K brevet (a link to a blogpost)
I like my AHH for my rando rides - I have it all set up, but still ride a lot of commute miles on it. The farthest I've done so far is 200k, but have a goal to get a 300k in this year. I'm doing the slow but sure method of increasing mileage, and can't imagine a 600/1200k yet! I agree with Toshi - in any ride over 10 hours when fatigue is setting in, stability and comfort is the ticket! Brian Seattle, WA On Fri, Jun 14, 2013 at 12:59 AM, Toshi Takeuchi tto...@gmail.com wrote: Congrats to Iron Rider for a great ride. I missed a turn on a big downhill and had a couple of miles of bonus hills, so I know the feeling of being off-route and having to slog through the extra hills! In terms of Rivendell bikes and brevet bikes, I think all of them would be fine brevet bikes. I am a bit biased in that I think a 650b bike would be great due to the wide, comfortable tires you can put on it. That would put the AHH or a small San Marcos ahead of the Roadeo in my book. The Sam Hillbornes make a fine rando bike too. I rode a 600k on my AHH. I have a Roadeo as a go faster/no fender supported event bike, but it could definitely be outfitted with a Mark's rack and fenders to make a fine rando bike. I don't think the fact that it is lighter than an AHH should play much into the equation. If I were riding around with little sleep, then I think I might prefer the slightly more stable-handling AHH over the Roadeo, but that might come down to personal preference... Toshi On Thu, Jun 13, 2013 at 3:30 PM, Doug Williams salg...@minbaritm.com wrote: I wonder which Rivendell bike everyone here thinks would be the best brevet bike? A. Homer Hilsen? Roadeo? San Marcos? Some other Riv? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Am I nuts?
On the recent Seattle vs Portland Rumble ride, we had 3 Hilsens and a Hillborne do a few miles of nasty rutted jeep trail down a 4-10% grade at speed (15-30mph) for a few miles. I was amazed how completely great the bike felt on a ride I would normally do on a front suspension MTB. This was with skinny Cypres tires and a boxy Rando bag on the front Mark's rack with two cameras, a rain coat, and trail mix inside. I managed to pinch flat the rear tire on one of the nastier sections, but this was my fault in that I dumped some air pressure thinking I would need more traction. My biggest problem was feet slipping off the pedals on some big hits. The country bike is a great mountain bike, and it doesn't even need fat tires if you are willing to live with a little abuse. It tracked really well for me even with a front load, and was never twitchy. Now, the Hunqapillar with Albatross, Duremes, and V's felt even more forgiving the day before, but that descent was much less knarly except for the short stretch down to the river. Mobile Brian Hanson On Jun 6, 2013, at 1:46 PM, Montclair BobbyB montclairbob...@gmail.com wrote: I know the Rivs are tough...I'm just not willing to bang mine up. The trails I ride WILL eventually beat up any bike I ride, and even though I'm not riding recklessly bike and rider inevitably will tumble; the odds are just too great on this type of terrain. There are some fast/flowy sections I would ride my SO... but there are other technical, rooty, rocky and steep parts I will only ride my MTB on. It's also due to the frame sizing... I've sized my SO and Bomba (larger) for long distance pedaling on fairly predictable terrain; my MTB frame is sized (smaller) for tight, technical gnarly stuff. Granted, it's a personal choice... but I'd be really surprised (and frankly delighted) to run into a Riv on the MTB trails near where I live. On Wednesday, June 5, 2013 11:44:58 PM UTC-4, dougP wrote: As a counterpoint, people have warned for years that I may ruin my Atlantis using it off road. So far, only the paint has been damaged and that's mostly my fault for heaving it over gates such and my tendency to fall off every 10 miles or so when on trails. Rivendells are tough bicycles. dougP On Wednesday, June 5, 2013 7:06:15 PM UTC-7, Montclair BobbyB wrote: Justin: That sounds tempting, but don't you worry eventually you may end up thrashing your SO? I mean Wissahickon is pretty rocky, right? Preserve the SO for long life; I say get yourself a nice steel MTB. In fact you should bring your SO up to Lambertville some time. I'll give you an awesome tour of our local MTB trails (and you can even try out my spare Niner MCR steel 29er). Save your SO for the pub ride, later. In fact I'll bring MY SO, too. Peace, BobbyB -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Fwd: Seattle tour Oct. 1st: weather too iffy?
In general, the weather goes gray on Sept 15th, but last year we had a sunny, warm October. Who really knows? Brian Hanson On Jun 5, 2013, at 1:00 PM, Anne Paulson anne.paul...@gmail.com wrote: Hey Pacific Northwest Riv folks, My touring buddy and I are thinking about a bike tour starting end of Sept/beginning of Oct, loaded touring with camping. He suggested starting in Seattle and heading south. I love the Pacific Northwest, but it strikes me that October would be too late in the year, too cold, rainy and dark, for a fun tour, and we should leave Seattle for another year and start further south. What do you think? I suppose we could also consider doing the tour, but credit-card style. But we both like camping and don't really like motels. -- -- Anne Paulson My hovercraft is full of eels -- -- Anne Paulson My hovercraft is full of eels -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Large Sackville SaddleSack
Aaron had the small tan on the recent rumble ride. It was a great looking bag. Exactly like the olives, but tan :) http://flic.kr/p/eCuneN Brian On Wed, Jun 5, 2013 at 7:45 PM, Dave davele...@gmail.com wrote: I've seen em in person, and have been using the tan small saddlesack since December. They look outstanding. I get compliments anytime I'm using it. On Wednesday, June 5, 2013 3:48:21 PM UTC-7, Mike wrote: Saw that these are back in stock in green and in the new tan color which looks great. Anyone seen the new tan SaddleSacks in person? I imagine they look even better. Anyone order one? http://www.rivbike.com/**product-p/bassl-tan.htmhttp://www.rivbike.com/product-p/bassl-tan.htm --mike -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: SEA v PDX... and the winner is...
To add to what Andy said - I also found our 2nd-day's adventure to be the best ride in years! It always helps to endo into the snow on your Hilsen at speed, pinch flat the rear (of course!) Cypres while slamming down some rocky, rutted, melt-draining dirt trails waiting for arm-pump to set in, fall on the seat twice when your feet pop off the pedals in the rocks, and - oh yeah - do it all with a bunch of awesome-fun, like-minded riv geeks! Wow - I now understand underbiking, but I would say a Hilsen can do anything that doesn't involve major air. Best bike ever! The Hunqa was great on day 1, too! My mess of pics: http://flic.kr/s/aHsjFK62Nt Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Mon, Jun 3, 2013 at 8:02 PM, Aaron Young 1ce...@gmail.com wrote: Here's a link to the few photos I took: http://www.flickr.com/photos/sk8_or_die/sets/72157633916462224/ What a great ride! Aaron Young Vancouver, WA On Mon, Jun 3, 2013 at 9:19 AM, Andy Smitty Schmidt 54ca...@gmail.comwrote: No bugs. The CG was about 2.5 hours from both Seattle and Portland... You could absolutely do something like this in So Cal. Bikes were 3 Homers, 1 Sam, 1 Hunqapilar, and an LHT If anyone's interested in the details of where we were... Saturday's route: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/2621380 Sunday's route: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/2621398 There were other cameras... I'm sure more (and better) pics will surface. --Smitty On Sunday, June 2, 2013 11:27:23 PM UTC-7, Andy Smitty Schmidt wrote: Five of us met at a campground in the shadow of Mt Adams for the *Seattle vs Portland Country Bike Rumble*. We got things squared away at camp and set out for the Rumble Ride. We headed up The North Fork Cispus River for about about 10 miles…. a fair amount of climbing, lots of breaks, bike talk, and we found a nice view point to hang out for a snack and some hanging out before heading back down. The Portland crew whipped up a spaghetti dinner then we settled around the camp fire until well after dark. In the morning the Seattle crew (aka Brian) was the first one up so he got a fire going and cooked a big batch of eggs. After breakfast and cleaning up around camp, Charlie had to head home, but the rest of us headed out to investigate the snow level. We figured we'd eventually be stopped by the snow and have to turn around. The snow ended up being mostly melted. We got crazy close to making the connection to connect to our 40 mile loop. We implemented the Manny Principle (keep pressing forward despite not really knowing what's up ahead and even though it's likely to cause you to be late getting home). The loop turned out to include a spectacular 5 mile descent down a jeep road. Following the ride we loaded the bikes into the cars and headed our separate ways. As for who won the Rumble… I't wasn't exactly clear. We were so pre-occupied riding, telling stories, geeking out on bikes, and generally having a great time that the Rumble part of it fell off the radar. Perhaps we'll have to do it again and be more on top of it. My pics are here. http://www.flickr.com/photos/15966859@N07/sets/72157633895099178/ The other guys will post theirs in the comments --Smitty -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Sunday Morning Ramble.
Nice pics, mike! If you were 100 miles north, you could have traversed some snow fields with us a mile from Babyshoe Pass! Pics coming. Brian Hanson On Jun 2, 2013, at 5:09 PM, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote: Got out for a nice morning ramble on the Hilsen today with my friend John. Mileage was just short of a 100k. Although there were a few miles on Hwy 30, the majority of the ride was on fairly quiet roads with a 10 mile dirt climb up Dixie Mtn Rd and a screaming descent down Rocky Pt Road. Pictures: http://www.flickr.com/photos/41335973@N00/sets/72157633887722605/ --mike -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Loaded Bombadil
Did you have an elf holding the bike on the other side so the kickstand wouldn't snap? :) Wow! Awesome setup, Kelly! Have fun! Brian Seattle, WA On Thu, May 30, 2013 at 7:53 PM, Anne Paulson anne.paul...@gmail.comwrote: Looks like the right amount of stuff to me. On Thu, May 30, 2013 at 12:03 PM, Kelly tkslee...@gmail.com wrote: We are headed for a week on the Cowboy Trail. Here is the Bomba after she was loaded up and test ridden. Managed some high speed down hills, dirt, curbs, coffee and assorted ramblings.She's ready for the ride. Here are some photos in front of the House. http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/8893702606/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/8893054333/ The coffee shop -- http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/8893701496/ So I tried to pack lighter this time around. Though I ended up with lots more space / room the weight only dropped about 5 lbs. So in the photos is 70lbs of gear including bag and pannier weight. That's ok I traveled a lot of miles at 80ish pounds so why fight it. On a side note I took the AHH to the Horsey Hundred this last weekend. Carried about 15 to 20 lbs of camera gear and stuff both days and had a great time. http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/8892736746/ Note the large saddlesack makes a great camera case with the addition of some foam padding... http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/8603144807 /in/set-72157632471917923 Have a great week next week while I'm riding my bike... oops another side note. of the 9 people going with me from St Louis for this ride, there are four Rivs, all from the St Louis area. Not to mention but a beautiful Bruce Gordon, 2 LHT, a Giant OCR Tour (my old one), and the Holdsworth resurrected again as a loaner bike. One more day of work and I'm outa here.. !!! Kelly -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- -- Anne Paulson My hovercraft is full of eels -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Seattle vs Portland Country Bike Rumble - June 1st
I plan to head down around 8-9 in the AM if anyone needs transport from the Seattle end. Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On May 31, 2013, at 8:07 AM, Andy Smitty Schmidt 54ca...@gmail.com wrote: We've got plenty of space (both parking and camping) if anyone's on the fence about coming to this, we'd love to have you come out. Feel free to bring a spouse, friend or kid. Daytime forecast looks great. There's a small chance of precipitation Saturday night so if anyone was thinking to forgo shelter, as I was, you've been warned. --Smitty -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] I raced my Riv in a mountain bike race
Alex - you had the coolest bike in the race, hands-down! Way to go! Brian Seattle, WA On Mon, May 27, 2013 at 9:03 PM, Alex Moll alex_m...@lkstevens.wednet.eduwrote: Ski to Sea (aka the Bellingham Olympics) is a 93 mile, 7-leg relay race from Mount Baker to Bellingham Bay. My principal and a group of teacher buddies have been doing this event for a few years. XC Ski-downhill ski-run-road bike-canoe-XC bike-kayak. Their mountain biker decided to retire, so I was asked to join the team. The mountain bike leg is about 13 miles long and mixed terrain and surfaces, but not extremely technical. They started allowing cyclocross bikes a couple years ago, and though the mountain bike would be more comfortable in a lot of spots, the 'cross bikes are faster overall. They also decided to change the name of the leg to Cross-Country Bike. Country Bike? Sounds like a job for my Riv! I have a couple of mountain bikes, but knew the Riv would be faster overall. I pre-rode the course on Saturday with JB greens. What fun! The tires worked great on the fairly dry course. Alas, it rained all night, and all day Sunday - which required a last minute switch to 'cross mud tires. The Michelin Tires were labelled 700x30, but actually measured 34mm (pleasant surprise!) The Silver sidepulls had plenty of mud clearance, and worked fine in the muck. I did have one mishap fairly early in the event - I leaned over to far on wet pavement, lost the front and laid it down. Luckily, it was a slow/tight/technical 90 degree turn. That did cause me to be a bit more cautious, and possibly the minute I needed to crack Top 100 glory. So, the bike did great and the engine wasn't as weak as I'd feared. I finished 170 out of nearly 500. Pics here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/39151498@N07/sets/72157633729826500/ -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Rivet Softening
I've had a Rivet Pearl for nearly a year, and recently did the Lon Haldeman break-in as a last ditch attempt to make the saddle usable for me. It worked. Story and pics here: http://stonehog.wordpress.com/2013/05/29/soften-the-rivet/ Brian Seattle, WA -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for AHH?
Great tire for Homer = Grand Bois Cypres. I have a pair in reserve waiting for the current pair on my Homer to wear out. Also like Jack Brown greens. 90% road 10% gravel commute for me. Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On May 29, 2013, at 6:59 PM, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote: On Wed, 2013-05-29 at 21:55 -0400, Peter Morgano wrote: I can't see cheaping out on tires, personally. I think the piece of mind that comes with riding on quality rubber is worth it. Overpaying for nothing is silly, admittedly but getting the right tire can make or break the ride and feel of a bike. Completely agree. And when you look at how much everything on a bike costs, the difference between a great tire and a so-so tire is pretty small. -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Alba vs. Bosco
I offer a different opinion on the Bosco. I find it to be more versatile than the Albatross as it gives a nice long stretched flats position, and a few upright positions. You need one of two things to make this bar work - a longer top tube that you may find typically appropriate for your sizing, or an extra long stem. I use a 13cm stem and it pushes the bar out far enough to get me in the sweet spots where it's not bonking my knees on turns, and I can get low in the headwinds. The Albatross is a great bar as well, but offers less outright extreme versatility in positions. The stretched position at the curves puts your palms down and slightly out which is not ergonomically optimal in my opinion. That's where I'd rather see the Albas have no rise, or a tad amount of drop (like the new Moustache). Brian Seattle, WA On Wed, May 29, 2013 at 8:54 AM, Michael john11.2...@gmail.com wrote: Thanks for the pics. I guess Bosco's are definitely the more swept back bar for sure. -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Sackville Shop Sack Wald basket
I've got and used both. I like the medium combo for utility and stability. The large is mostly unused capacity for me and just adds a bit too much wobbly for my tastes. That said, if you will be hauling a lot or using it for camping, it may be your best bet. I've mainly used my combos for the 10-mile commute. I think the Riv ShopSack/Wald combos are the best deal for real world hauling, and they are probably the most convenient bag for quick detach shopping or errand running that I've ever come across. They even keep things dry. I've been through lots of rain (Seattle, duh...) and only had a few drops come through the zipper on rare occasions. Pics: Large : http://flic.kr/p/enhtzT Medium: http://flic.kr/p/c4tUGu Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Thu, May 23, 2013 at 6:24 PM, Roger rogerdhod...@gmail.com wrote: I've had both the large and medium Walds on a Mark's rack. The large rack was too wobbly for my taste, but the combo of a medium basket with the Riv sack is insanely great for commuting and errands. -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Sackville Shop Sack Wald basket
I tape the basket where I attach them. It cuts the chatter right down... Brian Seattle, WA On Thu, May 23, 2013 at 8:53 PM, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote: Hey Brian, the red VPs on the Hunqapillar are a nice touch. Both those bikes are beautiful. I used the medium basket and medium ShopSack for a winter on my Quickbeam and they worked well. The thing that bothered me were the brass clips which would rattle against the basket. They seem to have done away with those for the latest ShopSacks. --mike On Thursday, May 23, 2013 8:11:30 PM UTC-7, stonehog wrote: I've got and used both. I like the medium combo for utility and stability. The large is mostly unused capacity for me and just adds a bit too much wobbly for my tastes. That said, if you will be hauling a lot or using it for camping, it may be your best bet. I've mainly used my combos for the 10-mile commute. I think the Riv ShopSack/Wald combos are the best deal for real world hauling, and they are probably the most convenient bag for quick detach shopping or errand running that I've ever come across. They even keep things dry. I've been through lots of rain (Seattle, duh...) and only had a few drops come through the zipper on rare occasions. Pics: Large : http://flic.kr/p/enhtzT Medium: http://flic.kr/p/**c4tUGu http://flic.kr/p/c4tUGu Brian Hanson Seattle, WA -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Seattle vs Portland Country Bike Rumble - June 1st
Ready and willing. Brian Hanson On May 21, 2013, at 4:05 PM, Andy Smitty Schmidt 54ca...@gmail.com wrote: I think our best bet is to meet/camp at the North Fork CG off of FS Road 23 (here). It looks like the CG is wide open. I'd be happy to make a reservation (I can look into the group site but we may not have enough people to make it cost effective) but I imagine we could just show up and get sites. Then for a ride we could out-n-back as far up the valley as possible (up to snow). From the N Fork CG we have what looks like 2 good options... the main road (FS 23) along the main trunk of the Cispus River or Road 22 along the North Fork Cispus River. Maybe plan to roll out of the CG for the Rumble Ride shortly after noon? There was talk amongst some PDXers of taking the Amtrak to Centralia. Wondering if Brian or Charlie (or anyone else) might be willing/able/interested to assist with rides from the train station in Centralia to the CG? The first train Saturday morning gets to Centralia at 10am. If not, we're looking into other options too. Just putting out feelers and exploring options. --Andy -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Albas and Vs
http://flic.kr/s/aHsjFbUfmC The commute home on the new Alba setup. In short, I really love these bars on the Hunqapillar. It gives a great range of positions, and the older mtb long stem reaches me out for those pesky May headwinds that are a blowin'. The wide stance gives me a lot more control like the Midges, but with more variety in back angles (more comfort when I want it). The other change that has transformed this bike is to put V-brakes on the front. I had mad-shudder with the Tektro 720s, and it is completely gone with the V's. Yeah V's! Thanks Jim! Brian Seattle, WA -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Seattle vs Portland Country Bike Rumble - June 1st
Can we get a Seattle headcount on this ride? Who's in so far? I can take one person with me in my pickemup truck. Also - are we aligned on a date/time yet? How about meeting up in Randle/Packwood at noonish on Saturday the 1st? Folks (like me) that are overnighting can head out Sunday from the campground, with others leaving Saturday night? Brian Seattle, WA On Mon, May 20, 2013 at 11:28 AM, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote: A lot of the prime routes in Gifford might not be doable at this time. Last year the passes didn't open until July. --mike On Monday, May 20, 2013 9:43:08 AM UTC-7, Andy Smitty Schmidt wrote: It sounds like an even lower elevation Plan-B would be wise. There's 4ft of snow at the Lone Pine SNOTEL Stationhttp://www.wcc.nrcs.usda.gov/nwcc/site?sitenum=591state=waat 3930ft. The LP station is a couple hundred feet lower than and a few miles west from Babyshoe Pass. But the real clincher is that Babyshoe Pass is still snowed in. The ranger said her last report is about a week old, but the road became not drive-able about 10 miles before Babyshoe Pass. Back to the drawing boards... --Smitty -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Seattle vs Portland Country Bike Rumble - June 1st
It looks like there is about 77 snow at white pass today (5800 ft). Perhaps 4 ft of snow a thousand feet lower would be my uneducated guess. If temps stay in the 40s for the next few weeks, we may be OK. I like the looks of both routes, but would go with the lower one this time of year. http://www.nwac.us/weatherdata/whitepass/ Brian (who is putting albas on the Hunqa for this trip) Seattle, WA On Sun, May 19, 2013 at 12:49 PM, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote: This route goes right by Lake Takhlakh. On Sunday, May 19, 2013 12:19:11 PM UTC-7, Andy Smitty Schmidt wrote: More poking around... perhaps a better + more seasonably appropriate loop. Blue Lake Creek CG to Babyshoe Passhttp://ridewithgps.com/routes/2537006 . Less climbing and lower elevation. 30 miles and tops out at 4300ft. I haven't looked but I'd guess CG availability is similarly plentiful. --Smitty -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Seattle vs Portland Country Bike Rumble - June 1st
Isn't everyone biking there? :) Brian Seattle, WA On Wed, May 15, 2013 at 10:21 AM, Andy Smitty Schmidt 54ca...@gmail.comwrote: One thought about starting/ending in Randle... not sure we have many options for places to leave cars... especially if we go overnight. -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Are Rivendells too versatile?
Mike - they're ahhsome. I've now had mine in about 7 configurations, and each one worked way better than most bikes I've ridden. I've gone through 7, 8, and 9-speed with friction and indexing, Noodle 46, 42, B115, B135 Randos, and Porteurs. I haven't had Albatross bars on it yet, but give me some more time - I'm about to change out the Midge bars on the Hunqapillar for Albas... The thing I like most about the AHH is the (god forbid) light weight, and ability to put wide tires, racks, bags, and different drivetrains. Right now, as the Rando bike, it has all the nice stuff on it, so it's going to stay that way for a while... http://flic.kr/p/egKppk Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Thu, May 16, 2013 at 9:20 AM, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote: I've had my Hilsen now almost 5yrs. It's been a great bike and quite versatile. I've used it for sporty quick rides, randonneuring, touring, camping and just rambling around. I've ridden it with and without racks, fenders, kickstand and with a double and triple crank, SPDs and flat pedals.Given it's ability to accommodate a big range of tire sizes and racks, some simple changes can make it into a completely different bike. http://www.flickr.com/photos/41335973@N00/sets/72157613195465589/ One thing that has remained static is the bars. Since I first had it I've always run 46cm Nitto Noodles. Lately I've been thinking of either switching to 48cm Noodles like I have on my LHT and love, along with going to a wider tire (700x38 Marathons). But then why go to that trouble given I already have my LHT. Seems redundant. I've also considered swapping out to Albatross bars, especially after seeing pictures of Grant's Hilsen and Manny's friend Mike's Hilsen: http://www.flickr.com/photos/mannyacosta/8344568536/in/faves-41335973@N00/ And this one too: http://www.flickr.com/photos/davidlemon/5105881635/in/faves-41335973@N00/ There was a time when I never would have entertained putting a bar like this on the Hilsen. But given my mileage is coming down significantly this year, I've been entertaining the idea. It's almost as if the Hilsen (really all RBW models) is just too darn versatile. What's your experience? --mike -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Dynamo charging system
Shawn - was the bright bike the only device drawing from the dynamo, or did you also power lights? Mobile Brian Hanson On May 15, 2013, at 6:12 AM, shawn shawn.adki...@yahoo.com wrote: For those of you who may be looking into a charging system for your dynamo hub I thought I would share my recent experience with The Bright Bike Revolution. http://www.brightbikelabs.com/products/bright-bike-revolution Last week I used the Revolution on a GAP-CO tour and it performed perfectly. The Revolution kept our Iphones charged throughout the tour, even during two days of solid rain. Here is a picture of it mounted to my bike. http://www.flickr.com/photos/greenwayrider/8741419984/in/photostream The Revolution worked as advertised and thus far it seems to be a viable solution for those who would like to have the capability to charge their electronic devices from a dynamo hub. Cheers Shawn -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Long commute in the PNW- advice?
Tim - I do 13 one-way fairly often in my long-way Seattle commute. Here are a few things I've found that helps: 1. leave the heavy clothes at work, and don't carry your computer if you can help it. 2. give yourself ample time, and take your time - easy to get tired out after a few days of an hour of elevated heart rate. 3. don't worry too much about rain gear. I find myself only donning rain gear in the worst downpours. Most Seattle rain is harmless to humans. I have a recent write-up on this stuff: http://stonehog.wordpress.com/2013/05/01/commuting-primer/ Brian Seattle, WA On Mon, May 13, 2013 at 5:17 PM, Tim Tetrault ttetra...@gmail.com wrote: Hey Gang- I'm contemplating a long commute in the Seattle area- 15 miles each way (long for me anyway) on my Hilborne. Any advice on handling the day in day out grind of this? Ideas could include: Food management/tiring out after long day reasonable raingear for the price (knowing I will be exposed for a soaking) time management tips I may have not considered Thanks- Tim -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Seattle vs Portland Country Bike Rumble - June 1st
This is close to Randle/Morton/Packwood - could try something interesting? It may be a bit of a ride from the train station, but if we have time, it would be cool. Babyshoe Pass? http://janheine.wordpress.com/2013/01/22/rides-to-remember/ Brian Seattle, WA On Mon, May 13, 2013 at 4:19 PM, Andy Smitty Schmidt 54ca...@gmail.comwrote: Gentle bump appreciated, Scot. I've been going over maps and searching the interwebs for info to put together a route. Frankly, I'm coming up pretty empty handed so far. That's not to say this won't happen, 'cause it will, it just might be a little more make it up as we go than an organized group ride usually is. I assume that anyone who would show up for something called a Country Bike Rumble would be fine with that. One piece of info I did get is that the Willapa Hills Trail is largely RR ballast and is not really rideable very far outside of Chehalis. Bummer. With that piece of info I stopped looking west of I-5. This is the general areahttps://maps.google.com/maps?daddr=46.727624,-122.526398hl=ensll=46.752094,-122.507172sspn=0.472342,1.213989t=hmra=miftmrsp=1sz=10z=10 I'm focusing on now. It's equidistant from PDX and Seattle and if I/we find the right starting point, it's accessible via Amtrak. The area south of Alder Lk is in the Gifford Pinchot Nat Forest. The area west of that looks like private timber land. Public may or may not have access to roads on timber land. There are a small handful of lakes in the GPNF that look forest road accessible... could be gems or trash dumps. I welcome any input. --Smitty -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Can't leave any of my bikes static for long...
Nice setup, David. I love the new tape job, too! I have recently moved the shifters to the stem on my Miyata, and like the change up. I'm using the stacked method that Rene pointed out. Brian Hanson Seattle, Wa On May 12, 2013, at 10:48 AM, David Spranger daspran...@gmail.com wrote: Changed up the Rambouillet a little today. Added the IRD Stem Shifter mount as I am getting too old to reach down to the downtube to shift, changed the rear derailler, put the fenders back on, a few other minor things. Here is a picture set of it's current incarnation: http://www.flickr.com/photos/73873271@N03/sets/72157633463438407/with/8732523012/ David Charlotte, NC -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Betty Foy and Red Brooks
I vote red! Saddle matching is the new bag matching. I have a blue B17 on one bike, and like the matchy aspect. Brian Seattle, WA On Sat, May 11, 2013 at 8:05 AM, PATRICK MOORE bertin...@gmail.com wrote: Only On Fri, May 10, 2013 at 2:43 PM, LeahFoy jonasandle...@gmail.com wrote: Welcome! The initiation for new listmembers requires posting exquisite photos of their Rivendells. Please do so. what is your opinion about swapping for the red? Will it look too matchy? Would you tire of seeing a cherry red Brooks? Should the more sensible honey color prevail? Photos would help. Personally, I think Brooks Honey would go very well with a red frame, but so would a red saddle. I myself am not particularly careful about matching colors, but I do like to see photos of well matched bikes. A honey Brooks with honey bar wrap ? -- http://resumespecialties.com/index.html patrickmo...@resumespecialties.com Albuquerque, NM -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] WTT: My B17 for your Imperial.
Michael - just make your own out of the B17: http://wp.me/p1kJzU-5S Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Sat, May 11, 2013 at 8:26 PM, Michael john11.2...@gmail.com wrote: Looking to try an Imperial - black or browns, honey, etc. I have a black B17 that has probably less than 200 miles on it. In very good shape. I can send pics if interested. Let me know. john11.2...@gmail.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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Large SaddleSack Load and Anchor Questions
I'll second the zip-tie advice. I have the medium and just use 2 zip-ties to steady it on the rear of the bag at the rack. Brian Seattle, WA On Sat, May 11, 2013 at 10:52 PM, Anne Paulson anne.paul...@gmail.comwrote: My Large Saddlesack is permanently on my bike. I was using zipties to attach bag to rack, but some people say that the zipties damage the bag, so currently it's only attached to the saddle, and it rests on the rack. I need to figure out some new attachment solution. I don't understand why one would use Irish straps to attach bag to rack. Irish straps are great, but where do you use them and doesn't it block the handy big opening? I take my bike on fire roads frequently. Those fire roads are either steep themselves, or found at the top of steep paved roads. So I go up and down steep roads all the time; the Atlantis and Saddlesack handle flawlessly. Weight up high has not proved to be a problem for me. On Sat, May 11, 2013 at 10:35 PM, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote: Patrick, once you get your large SS be sure to post pictures and impressions. I'm curious as to how the bikes perform with those bags out in the wild. On the one hand it puts a lot of weight up high but perhaps this isn't an issue. The bags are beautiful for sure and easy to access. I totally regret selling my medium SS a few years back. I'll say this. The medium bag was fine unanchored but was excellent when attached to a Nitto Top Rack as it stayed in place. I imagine the large ones attached to a rack with zip ties or straps is similar. I'm hoping to treat myself to a replacement Sackville saddlebag later this year and am considering going with the large. --mike -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- -- Anne Paulson My hovercraft is full of eels -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] BQ and RIV bike diffs
Amen to the moonlander, though I wouldn't want that kind of distance on one :) I see all kinds of bikes on Randos, and I would say that the traditional low-trail front bagger is in the relative minority, although it is making inroads. Brian Seattle, WA On Thu, May 9, 2013 at 9:04 AM, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery thill@gmail.com wrote: The last time I did a brevet, I saw everything from one or two Frenchish rando bikes of the style advocated by Jan, to numerous MMCRBs, and a strong representation of Rivs. I tried to ride with a guy on an Atlantis, but he was too fast for me. Even on brevets, there is no one kind of bike. The fastest finishers don't ride one kind of bike. This kinda makes me wanna roll the next 200k on my moonlander, just to drive this point home. -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Cinco de Mayo Ride
They are the SRAM S500 levers. I find these are much more comfy for me than the TRPs. I guess I'm on the Campy ergo side. The TRPs are too small and don't flow off the bars like the SRAMs. Brian — Sent from Mailbox for iPhone On Thu, May 9, 2013 at 3:24 PM, Ryan ryter...@mts.net wrote: Man...that bike is a beauty...I love the Harlequin tape job. How do you like those TRP levers? On Sunday, May 5, 2013 5:15:44 PM UTC-5, stonehog wrote: I took the Homer out for a ride in summer-like Seattle today to explore some roads a bit north. Perfect day on road and gravel. Climbing dirt is pretty easy on the Cypres-shod Hilsen. Good bits included some fast Paul Racer brake-testing descents (worked perfectly) at about 40 mph, and a nice single-track climb up from the Sound. The Homer can climb like a cross country bike! http://flic.kr/s/aHsjEYnmQr Brian Hanson Seattle, WA -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Interesting discussion: Riv bikes v. BQ bikes
Jan and Grant remind me of old Outdoor Life writers like Jack O'Connor who brought romance and excitement to their sport (hunting). They promote the sport they love through their ideas and designs, but both love different things about the sport/lifestyle. I generally love reading everything they write. They are both right on for their respective audiences. We would be a poorer group if either was gone, and it will be a sad day when they retire from the bike world. Brian Seattle, WA On Tue, May 7, 2013 at 8:47 PM, samh rbwown...@yahoo.com wrote: --She's done a decently balanced review. I think the really interesting stuff is in the comments. -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Cinco de Mayo Ride
I took the Homer out for a ride in summer-like Seattle today to explore some roads a bit north. Perfect day on road and gravel. Climbing dirt is pretty easy on the Cypres-shod Hilsen. Good bits included some fast Paul Racer brake-testing descents (worked perfectly) at about 40 mph, and a nice single-track climb up from the Sound. The Homer can climb like a cross country bike! http://flic.kr/s/aHsjEYnmQr Brian Hanson Seattle, WA -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Cinco de Mayo Ride
Yes, yes, omg! Yes!! Brian Hanson On May 5, 2013, at 5:40 PM, Andy Smitty Schmidt 54ca...@gmail.com wrote: Great pics. A perfect example of why I live in the NW. Side note... it would be fun to do a PDX vs Seattle ride sometime. We could meet in the middle and have a Riv Rumble Ramble. --Smitty -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Share Photos of Your Custom Painted Atlantis
Happy to oblige. Just took some photos on the commute to work yesterday. Still get comments on this copper paint! Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Sat, May 4, 2013 at 12:35 PM, Scot Brooks scothinck...@gmail.com wrote: Not an Atlantis, but maybe stonehog (?) will pop in with a pic of his copper AHH. Nicest paint I've ever seen in person. Really incredible, especially when it's actually sunny here in Seattle. -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Share Photos of Your Custom Painted Atlantis
Yes - it helps to add the link... http://flic.kr/s/aHsjEXEmYM Brian On Sat, May 4, 2013 at 2:03 PM, Brian Hanson stone...@gmail.com wrote: Happy to oblige. Just took some photos on the commute to work yesterday. Still get comments on this copper paint! Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Sat, May 4, 2013 at 12:35 PM, Scot Brooks scothinck...@gmail.comwrote: Not an Atlantis, but maybe stonehog (?) will pop in with a pic of his copper AHH. Nicest paint I've ever seen in person. Really incredible, especially when it's actually sunny here in Seattle. -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Riding without a computer
I've used an iPhone and currently have a Garmin 810. I like them both for different reasons. The Garmin is more of a single purpose device I use on longer rides. The main differentiator for me is that Garmin's battery life (17 hrs) compared to the iPhone's (4 hrs). I generally have the iPhone data collecting on the commutes, and the Garmin on the longer rides. Size also matters here - I found the iPhone workable in a bracket, but it was pretty large. The Garmin is about half as big, and less obtrusive. At some point, I'm sure this will all be built into a chip in my glasses, but I like to have data, so will likely always pack something... Brian Seattle, WA On Fri, May 3, 2013 at 11:49 AM, pb pbridge...@aol.com wrote: I go back and forth on this topic. I'll ride with no computer for a while and enjoy the freedom, then I'll go back to the Garmin. However, when I'm doing long rides, especially if I don't know the route, I always have the Garmin. A couple of years ago, I was somewhat lost in east San Diego County, 85 miles into a long day, out of water, in 90+ weather, and I didn't know where the next intersection or store was. That experience led me very promptly to the Garmin. I'm sure there are good arguments for using a phone instead, but I went to the Garmin, and I do like it. I also enjoy seeing my accumulated elevation gain. I suppose an i-phone could give me that? I don't have an I-phone, I have a droid, and I think the directions function sux with a capital x. The business functions work fine. The directions function not so much. pb -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Spring Commutes
It's a semi custom rack made by a local Seattle builder for the Rawland rSogn. http://www.haulincolin.com/porteur.html Brian Seattle, WA On Wed, Apr 24, 2013 at 7:32 AM, Edwin W dweenda...@hotmail.com wrote: What is the front rack under the basket? Edwin -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
