[RBW] Weight of Hunqapillar frame?

[Jeffrey]

Does anyone know the weight of the Hunqa frame by itself? I can't find
it on the Riv site.

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[RBW] Re: Weight of Hunqapillar frame?

[Jeffrey]

I'm the OP, and I take NO offense at the wieght weenie jabs!

It may be of interest to know why I asked, and its not because I was
looking for a light-weight ride. I have a black '92 Bridgestone MB-6,
and I compared the geometry to the Hunq and found that they are very
similar with 2-3 differences. So I now conceive of my MB-6 as a poor
man's Hunq (bought it for $75). To my surprise, my 49 double-butted
Tange CroMo MB-6 weighs 7.25 lbs. (fork and frame), and the 58 Hunq
weighs 9 lbs. according to this thread. What a surprise!! I wasn't
trying to see if I could shave off a few grams or anything, I just
wanted to see if I am pedaling a battle-axe around. Turns out its not
so heavy!

So go buy an early Bridgestone MB and Hunq it out! (Kidding...I'm sure
the Hunq has a much better ride).

I'll post a pic here, let me know if there's interest.

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[RBW] Re: Weight of Hunqapillar frame?

[Jeffrey]

Wow, I started a thread and it went into flames...how entertaining!!

The OP not offended, so this is fun to watch. ;-)

I asked the question because I can't afford a Hunq right now. So... I
have have been building my '92 Bridgestone MB-6 as a poor man's Hunq.
I compared frame dimensions of both bikes and they are very, very
similar. I figure this old piece of tig-welded steel MUST be heavier
than the Hunq and guess what? According to the '92 catalogue on
Sheldon Brown's site the frame weighs 5.5 #'s, the fork 1.75# = 7.25
#'s. Is it possible it's really lighter than the Hunq?!? Surprising.

I'm no weight weenie, but I am glad to know I'm not riding around on a
Sherman tank.



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[RBW] Re: I copied Grant's Uber-Mark-mod

[Jeffrey]

This is very cool! I have a Mark's rack with the smaller Wald basket
that Riv offers that holds my small Sackville bag. I don't have a boss
on the fork and use the crimps on the fork. When I load the bag with
heavy groceries that basket moves quite a bit an upsets the steering.
I was thinking of getting a longer strut to attach to the front fork
axle stays for stability, and this tells me that may solve the problem
if I keep the other strut in place. So I don't think this is a
"problem looking for a solution" but maybe others have had a similar
issue.

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[RBW] Re: Hillborne Orange Leather Paint

[Jeffrey]

I've never seen bars wrapped like that (thick leather straps in
harlequin style) -- well done!

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[RBW] Re: Simple dreaming

[Jeffrey]

My first Riv, my first build of any kind. I'm a bit nervous.

56 CM SimpleOne designed to ride a 20 mile round trip commute over
hills, in all weather, with a bag for stuff, as light, clean and cheap
as possible.

Interface
**
Bars - Albatross on Nitto 11cm Technomic, stem with cork grips. If
this doesn't work I'll try some down bars.
Seat - Brooks B17 black
Seat Post - yes
Pedals - MKS Touring with Power Grips
Brake - One front Tektro MTB with Tektro CR720 cantilevers

Drivetrain
**
Rear hub - Sturmey-Archer S2C two-speed kickback with coaster brake
Cog - 17 tooth(?)
Crank - TBD

Wheels
*
May have Rich build these, or a local guy. Nothing special.

Bolt On
*
Rack - Nitto Mini Front
Bag - Some Rando style TBD.
Fenders - SKS or if I can find some green painted fenders!
Light - IXON IQ Speed

That's it! Very curious and a bit nevous about the S-A S2C hub, hope
it works.Any experience here with these or someone considering the
same?

Is there a rando bag that with work with Albatross bars?

~ Cheers,

Jeff


On May 14, 11:35 am, Philip Williamson 
wrote:
> I've been riding fixed/fixed on the stock QB free/free for a couple
> years without incident. I use the rotafix method of affixing the cog.
> The bikeshop broke a chainwhip trying to remove one of my cogs after
> I'd traded the wheelset to a friend. A little rota-UN-fixing, and it
> came right off. The original and still the best 
> explanation:http://204.73.203.34/fisso/eng/schpignone.htm
>
>  Philip
>
>  Philip Williamsonwww.biketinker.com
>
> On May 13, 6:03 pm, rex  wrote:
>
>
>
> > on the contrary, ive been riding my quickbeam with a fixed/free setup
> > on the free/free suzue hub, and so far zero problems. totally doable.
> > the secret is in having two excellent brakes. obviously(?) much safer
> > with a lockring but if yer not skidding to a stop i doubt it matters.
> > got my advice from keven@riv and sheldonbrown.com. just my two cents.
> > thanks for your time
> > joe rex kelly
>
> > On May 13, 7:07 pm, Ron MH  wrote:
>
> > > Andrew, sounds like a good set up. I'd make one change, though.
> > > Instead of a free/free rear hub, I'd go for either free/fixed or fixed/
> > > fixed. The reason is, you can always put a freewheel on a fixed hub
> > > but you can never put a fixed cog on a freewheel hub. You limit your
> > > options by going free/free; you leave your options completely open
> > > with fixed/fixed. Maybe you don't want to try fixed gear now, but you
> > > may some day. I stared with a fixed/free setup and usually rode with
> > > the freewheel side. Now I'd say 80% of my miles are on the fixed gear
> > > side; it's a great way to go.
>
> > > Good luck with your mad plotting! ;-)
>
> > > Ron
>
> > > On May 13, 2:27 pm, andrew hill  wrote:
>
> > > > Ok.. I'm sure some of you can relate.  
>
> > > > You think.. nice!  A new Rivendell frame for ~ $1K.  
>
> > > > I can build a less-expensive bike than what I've already got, and it's 
> > > > not that bad... feels totally justifiable.  And this one is a single 
> > > > speed - how much will it cost even with a couple of nice parts, without 
> > > > all that expensive shifter/derailleur nonsense...
>
> > > > And then you start choosing parts.
>
> > > > Here is my "simple" build list, after I got done dreaming and plotting. 
> > > >  Sadly, only a couple of these things were in my parts bin, so I 
> > > > managed to build my most spendy Rivendell yet.  : /
>
> > > > 58cm SimpleOne
>
> > > > Interface:
> > > > --
> > > > Nitto Randonneur bars (45cm)
> > > > Newbaums Orange
> > > > Dirt drop stem (10cm)
> > > > Brooks Special, Honey
> > > > Nitto S-84 seatpost
> > > > White Industries urban platform / Bruce Gordon stainless half clips.
>
> > > > Wheelset
> > > > ---
> > > > Phil Wood high-flange free/free hubset, 32h, SLR drilled
> > > > Velocity Fusion rims, double butted DT Swiss (laced radial front / 
> > > > 3-cross rear), brass nipples.
> > > > Schwalbe Marathon Racer 700c x 35
>
> > > > Drivetrain
> > > > ---
> > > > White Industries Ti BB  (113mm)
> > > > White Industries ENO Crank (170mm) silver
> > > > White Industries Dos ENO 16/19t
> > > > White Industries Double chainring, 38/35t
> > > > 3/32 single-speed chain
> > > > Sugino Crank Fixing Bolts (8mm)
>
> > > > Stoptrain
> > > > ---
> > > > Sram S500 road levers
> > > > Jagwire brake cables
> > > > Tektro CR720 cantilevers
>
> > > > Aside from rim-tape and tubes, did I miss anything?  
>
> > > > I've got bottle cages, beeswax, corks, and twine, and the specific 
> > > > tools for those cranks and bb.  The bar wrap will be shellacked down 
> > > > from orange to something approaching the honey of the saddle.
>
> > > > Might put on an extra R-15 rack that I've got, or a sturdier and 
> > > > sleeker pannier rack if i can find one.
> > > > Thinking about a 21t freewheel for the other side, too, or a 14t...
>
> > > > Comon - who els

[RBW] Re: Simple dreaming

[Jeffrey]

Patrick -
Thanks for the heads up about the front loading - I hadn't considered
that and am not married to a front bag. I'll consider a large saddle
bag. I'm starting with the Alba bar 'cuz I have one here, and will try
a Mustache and then drop if needed. I am also considering the S-A 3XS
(fixed) and will post when I've got and ridden either one. So many
excellent choices! Suggestions welcome - new to this stuff, really.

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[RBW] Re: Simple weekend project.

[Jeffrey]

Wow, that is beautiful! I had a deposit down for a 56 but after
looking at my drive train options closely, I realized it probably
wouldn't be a good choice for my hilly commute.  Your pics have me
second-guessing my decision!

What crank is that?

Reverend Rumblefish lover, eh? I am a bassist and always liked the
look of their basses and they got great reviews. Never had one in my
hands 'tho.

Can't wait to see the finished build!

Jeff


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[RBW] Re: And Summer Begins.

[Jeffrey]

Another teacher up here in Nova Scotia, Canada. We go till the end of
June which is fine because the weather here is still rainy and cold-
ish. Looking forward to some S24O's, even during the last couple of
weeks here.

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[RBW] WTB: Schwalbe Big Apple 26x2.0

[Jeffrey]

Does anyone here have a pair of the Big Apple 26"x2.0" tires they would like 
to get rid of?
Jeff

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[RBW] protecting raw metal cranks

[Jeffrey]

I just removed the black anodization and rust from the cranks on my old 
Bridgestone MB6 winter/beater/townie bike.  They not stainless steel and are 
a bit pitted. 

Will they rust right up in my maritime climate?

What should I do to keep it from rusting? 

Cover them in oil? 

What kind of oil?

Thanks!

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[RBW] How to treat large dings that have rusted?

[Jeffrey]

I have several large abrasions through the paint that have rusted. what do 
you do to treat them? If I just paint/fingernail polish them will that stop 
the rust underneath, or do I need to remove the rust first? If so, how?

Thanks,
Jeff

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Re: [RBW] protecting raw metal cranks

[Jeffrey]

Jim, Thanks for the reply, and I will post these kinds of questions to iBob 
in the future. Seems I have ferrous steel cranks, and now that I've cleaned 
and scraped them, I'm in for some unstoppable rust. Doh! File under "live 
and learn". Trying to make this old bike look "better" is a real learning 
experience. I'm prolly trying to make a purse out of a sow's ear. Thanks

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[RBW] Riv sighting in Nova Scotia

[Jeffrey]

I have only seen two Riv's in my short life -- one orange AHH frame from 
afar hanging in the back of an MEC store, and a tourer driving by. Not a 
lot of these types of bikes here in salty, icy Nova Scotia. 

Yesterday I saw a couple cruising on a Betty Foy and an Atlantis. I wish I 
could have stopped and gabbed, but a friendly "Nice Bike!" shouted out my 
window was all I could muster.

Maybe someday I'll actually get to touch and ride one!

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Re: [RBW] Riv sighting in Nova Scotia

[Jeffrey]

>
> Hi --
>
I live in Halifax. I did see one AHH I believe in town  that looked like it 
had been toured. But that was the closest I've ever been. 
J 

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[RBW] Re: Poor Man's Hunqa/Bomba?

[Jeffrey]

I came to the exact same conclusion. I have a Bridgestone MB-6 and after 
studying pics of the Hunq and Bomba I looked at the specs as well.

Here are pics of my MB-6 in a couple of variations. I now have Alba's and a 
B-15 with Sackville large and basket up front a love it for around town. So 
comfy.

https://picasaweb.google.com/unclecowboy1/July162012

Le lundi 16 juillet 2012 06:58:49 UTC-3, Fullylugged a écrit :
>
> For yesterday's Sunday Social ride (beginner and family friendly. We 
> pedaled 25 mi round trip to a minor league baseball stadium and adjacent 
> park along the river and back) I put a set of Rich built CX/road wheels on 
> an still-newish looking '88 Bridgestone MB-2. These are the Synergy 
> Aeroheat/Phil FW 28s set and with 37mm Paselas on. I was surprised at how 
> nicely it rode. Looking at it in profile, I was reminded of the web catalog 
> shot of the small Bombadil, so I pulled up the specs on both bikes as well 
> as the Hunqa. (the smalls in each)
>
> Bike   ST angleHT angle   Rake  TT length  Trail
> MB-2737144.5 55.562
> Bomba 7270.5  54   56.559.2
> Hunq71.5 71 48   54.559.2
>
> I know, not exactly the same as either bike, but in the same neck of the 
> woods. The MB-2 has a B-17 saddle, but is otherwise all original. In fact, 
> the only negative on a road ride was I found the Ritchey handlebar 
> uncomfortable after a while. Since I ride MTB so rarely, a nice road bar 
> makes sense. I'm thinking of changing to the Bosco or Albatross bar.
>

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[RBW] Re: FS: 58 Maroon Proto-Simple One

[Jeffrey]

WOW! Would love this!

Le mercredi 11 juillet 2012 12:17:27 UTC-3, allenmichael a écrit :
>
> I picked this up from Rivendell, put it together, and have been riding it 
> for the last month. Unfortunately, we are moving into a new place, and I 
> can't have all of my bikes.
>
> Here is the link to the Riv site advertisement for the frame with pics: 
> http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/wsf-0002.htm
>
> The paint is gorgeous. Rides fantastic through and over the hills in San 
> Francisco. I would prefer to sell locally but would be willing to ship. 
> Purchaser to pay for shipping costs.
>
> For the frame, fork, headset, bb, I would like to get what I paid for it, 
> minus my contribution to the State of California: $750.
>
> I have it set up as a complete bike, and might also be willing to sell it 
> that way: 
> Wheelset:
> Sun CR-18 rims
> Phil hubs
> Sugino fixed cog
> White Industries freewheel
>
> White Industries Eno Crank
> Nitto stem
> Nitto Flat and Wide Handlebar with 14* sweep, made for Surly
> Shimano brake levers and canti brakes
> Nearly New Brooks Saddle
> Nearly New Brooks Plump Leather Grips
> Nearly New (one month's riding) Schwalbe Marathon Tires, 38's
>
> I also have a set of SKS fenders that I have yet to install.
>

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Re: [RBW] Any Seattle-Area Riv-Riders Need Amber Shellac?

[Jeffrey]

Thanks Rob, I'll try it.

Jeff
Denver

On 8/15/12, Rob  wrote:
> Hi Jeff,
>
> I masked off everywhere but the cork with masking tape, plastic bags and
> brown paper, so I kept the drips off the bike, and didn't have the occasion
>
> to clean it off the bike's paint. It is easiest to clean up of course
> before it dries, with a cloth moistened with alcohol. Not that that helps
> you at *this* point I bet the shellac would come off before the paint
> would though. Don't have any evidence at all to back that up, so try it on
> an unexposed area first
>
> Rob in Seattle
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Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Bombadil, 60cm Fully-Built

[Jeffrey]

My PBH is 92cm
On Aug 24, 2012, at 11:45 AM, Steve Stewart wrote:

> How tall are you?   PBH?
> 
> 
> 
> On Friday, August 10, 2012 11:46:47 AM UTC-6, Blindrobert wrote:
> I have decided to sell my Rivendell Bombadil.  This is the original model 
> with parallel top tubes in the 60cm size.  It is fully built with premium 
> components:
> 
> Shimano 9 speed barcons
> Shamano XT rear derailleur, rapid rise
> IRD front derailleur, triple
> Sugino XD triple crankset with 170mm arms
> Nitto Technomic Stem
> Nitto Noodle Bar, yellow cloth bar tape tied with hemp twine and shellacked 
> with amber dewaxed shellac (by me)
> Velo Orange hammered fenders
> Phil Wood front and rear hubs laced 3-cross to 40 spoke Velocity Dyad rims.  
> Silver Salsa quick release skewers.  Super sturdy for touring or larger 
> riders!
> Tubus racks, front and rear
> Tektro CR720 cantilever brakes
> Tektro brake levers with quick release buttons and black rubber hoods
> Phil Wood Bottom Bracket
> Schwalbe Marathon Extreme 35mm tires
> I am asking $3,000K for the bike packed and delivered in the lower 48 states, 
> I would prefer payment by some means other than paypal and can give you lots 
> of references for both bike and camera sales.  I am open to reasonable offers 
> and promise not to be offended if you promise in return not to be offended if 
> I decline.
> 
> There are no issues at all with this bike, everything works perfectly - the 
> chain is getting old and could stand to be replaced but that's about it.  
> Very clean, no crashes - maybe a few smudges of dirt in the pictures, fenders 
> have a few small dings in them from normal wear and tear.  Never crashed or 
> traumatized - this is a great bicycle!  I am the original owner and bought it 
> from Rivendell myself.
> 
> That's the price of the new frame alone at Rivendell - you are basically 
> getting a high-quality build for free in this deal.  You can see pictures of 
> the actual bike and build here:
> 
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/blindrobert/7753921138/in/photostream
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/blindrobert/7753919682/in/photostream/
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/blindrobert/7753919520/in/photostream/
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/blindrobert/7753918246/in/photostream/
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/blindrobert/7753921290/in/photostream/
> 
> [url=http://www.flickr.com/photos/blindrobert/7753921138/][img]http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8444/7753921138_14a7940673.jpg[/img][/url]
> [url=http://www.flickr.com/photos/blindrobert/7753921138/]Bombadil-2[/url] by 
> [url=http://www.flickr.com/people/blindrobert/]Blind Robert[/url], on Flickr
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[RBW] Re: New to the group – First Post! Tire Review, Saddle Swap

[Jeffrey]

Wondering if the mustache bars were an early incarnation and you if
you got rid of them, why? Gorgeous -- those are the two Rivs I would
get if I could and set upsimply & beautifully.

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[RBW] Re: FS: B&M Ixon IQ head light

[Jeffrey]

I have one of these. It's a great light, all one would need for most
commuting.
Jeff

On Dec 19, 9:33 pm, "M. Chandler"  wrote:
> Used and charged once.  Includes Ixon IQ headlight, bar clamp,
> batteries, charger, and wall plug adapter (and original packaging &
> instructions).  Peter White sells the combo for $140 + shipping, and
> I'll sell this for $120/shipped to the lower 48.  Only selling it
> because I prefer my Cyo IQ R.  PayPal only.  Email me directly if
> you're interested.

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[RBW] Re: Bullmoose on steerer extender

[Jeffrey]

Thanks for posting this. I just bought a bullmoose for my Bridgestone
MB and I really like 'em, but a little higher would be better. These
pics show me it would really work and not look too Frankenstein-like.
Thanks!

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[RBW] Anyone hear ever use a camping hammock?

[Jeffrey]

Has anyone here aver used a camping hammock for touring or camping?
I've been considering a Clark Jungle Hammock or the Hennessy Hammock
and would like to hear about actual experience with them.

Jeff

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[RBW] Re: Anyone hear ever use a camping hammock?

[Jeffrey]

Thanks to everyone for your replies. I was amazed (as usual) to find a
whole sub-culture of people on the internet who are fans of hammocks
on the site above. The hammock seems like a natural for bike touring
or S24O's - light and easy to set-up, and comfortable for many. My
only concern is the chilly nights we get up here in Nova Scotia. Will
keep researching.

Thanks everyone!

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[RBW] Backpack maker mentioned in an old Reader?

[Jeffrey]

Grant was supporting a backpack manufacturer in a Riv Reader I once
read. Can somebody save me a little time and tell me if they recall
who that maker may be? I remember he touted them because they (the
designer) were first to develop a frameless pack (IIRC). They went out
of business for a time, then resurrected and now work out of the
Northwest, (I believe). I would like to support and "Originator".

Jeff

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[RBW] Tent advice needed for S24O?

[Jeffrey]

I am researching a tent to use mainly for S240's, and I am wond'ring
if on a short trip (<40-60km each way), if I would really notice the
difference between a tent that weighs 3 lbs., and one that weighs
6lbs? For 3 lbs. I can get an ultralight solo tent, for 6lbs. a
roomier 2-person. I'd like the space of a 2-person 'cuz its more
versatile, but not sure the extra weight is worth it?

Any experience/opinions out there?


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[RBW] Re: Tent advice needed for S24O?

[Jeffrey]

Thank you all for the good information, and for pointing me to that
older post on tents. I really like the idea of the tarp tents and the
hammocks. I live in Nova Scotia -- the ground is rocky and the weather
is very unstable and gets nasty quickly...and cold. So I think the
double-walled free-standing tent is the best. I am just AMAZED at how
much variety there is out there. Just not sure if I want to make it a
solo or two-person tent. You guys on the west coast -- I envy you! I'm
an Angeleno by birth and would love to cycle in that stable and dry
environment!

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[RBW] Tire clearance question: 44mm tires in 50mm stay?

[Jeffrey]

Would you put a tire that measures up at 44-46mm in a 50mm (2")
chainstay? This leaves approx. 3mm clearance a side. Is this too
close? My bike mechanic thinks so. I'm thinking of putting Big Apples
on my old MB-6 and the Apples measure up at 44mm according to the Riv
site. Would love to try the fat, cushy tires somehow.

Jeff

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[RBW] Re: Hunqa Prototype

[Jeffrey]

I find this bike to be absolutely stunning. Love the pump location,
the derailleur fitting, and color!

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[RBW] Re: Stolen QB in San Diego

[Jeffrey]

Does your friend have a photo you can link to?

Jeff

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[RBW] Re: First Snow Yesterday

[Jeffrey]

Yes, I would love to hear what others are wearing on their feet as
well. Up here in Nova Scotia we need waterproof, warm and light boots
for the snow, slush and slurry. I can't even imagine wearing Keens!

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[RBW] Cork Grips: affixing and removing

[Jeffrey]

A newbie question: Is it possible to use the cork grips on Albatross
bars without using glue (just to test them out)?

If one uses the thick glue that RBW recommends, how does one remove
the grips later -- cut them off?

Thanks,
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[RBW] Re: FS: Ostrich bag, 10 cm Technomic, iBook G4 at lower price.

[Jeffrey]

Is this the "new" version of the Ostrich? I ask because the new
version has straps on the bottom and a sleeve to attach it to a rack
loop, IIRC. In other words, do youi have to use the decaleur to make
this bag work?

Thanks,

Jeff

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[RBW] Re: Brand V bag suggestion

[Jeffrey]

Sorry to get off track, but this back looks like it won't work with
interruptor brakes. Is that true?

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[RBW] Re: why hobo bags rock

[Jeffrey]

I wish they still made the Hobo. :_(  I'd buy one.

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[RBW] Re: 1988 or 1989 Bridgestone Trail MB-4 rehab questions

[Jeffrey]

I have an '84 MB-5 and have tried various stems and bars on it. I have had 
a dirt-drop and Technomic stems, with Noodles, Albatross, Bullmoose and 
Moustache bars. What I like best is close to a Velo Orange Tourist bar, but 
a little more swept back.  I have short legs and am 5'7" and found I was 
always too stretched out and needed to get the bars back and up. One thing 
I love about this bike is I can play around with it so much with all it's 
clearance and braze-ons. It's so adaptable. Here is a pick of the bars I 
like best, but I'm using a Nitto L-shaped stem now, not the Dirt-Drop 
pictured. Enjoy it--you're bike is in excellent condition! 



 


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[RBW] Re: 1988 or 1989 Bridgestone Trail MB-4 rehab questions

[Jeffrey]

You were asking for sporty--of the bars I tried the Bullmoose was really 
wonderful. If I was using it as a 'montain bike' that's what I would use, 
hands down.

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[RBW] Re: 1988 or 1989 Bridgestone Trail MB-4 rehab questions

[Jeffrey]

Oops, forgot to post a pic. Here it is with the Bullmoose bars.



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[RBW] Re: Which size Zefal HPX for my 52 Sam?

[Jeffrey Marco]

I don't want to trade but I have a HPX 3 I'll sell that has never been 
used... it's too small for my frame. Let me know.

On Saturday, February 15, 2014 5:25:47 AM UTC-5, Coconutbill wrote:
>
> Would anyone like to trade my No.2 for a No.3?
>
>

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[RBW] Baby got new shoes ...

[jeffrey kane]

Cross-post from the 650b group :

I've been nursing a pair of Pari Moto's since mid-summer and the weather 
has helped extend their life (read: much reduced riding around here since 
December) … but I've been telling myself to p/u a new set o' tires for the 
last month or so and had decided I go for those highly acclaimed Hetre EL's 
for a change. This will be my 4th season riding 650b, much of it on Hetres 
.. heck, I even commute on them year-round in NYC. So just as I was about 
to pull the trigger I see the post from Compass and *voila*, enter the 
Babyshoe Pass XL! 







Took 'em for a little solo 45 mile loop over the GWB to parts north 
yesterday in mid-30's temps on what was left of my November legs. Now, I'm 
no expert tire reviewer but I know what I've come to like … and these last 
few years on PM's and Hetres have been some of the most enjoyable of my 
many years of riding. 

So here's my deep bow of respect to Mr. Heine and his cohorts at Compass … 
and a great many thanks for making life so damn good for so many of us in 
their own small way!


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Re: [RBW] Baby got new shoes ...

[jeffrey kane]

Hi Jim,

The fenders you see are Berthoud 650b x 50's. Mike Kone sells them out of 
Boulder Bicycles. I have them on a Belriot also. The fit on either frame is 
tight but requires almost not crimping, which, is saying a lot since 
neither frame was optimized for 42's and fenders. The tire to fender 
inner-edge clearance is also what some might consider to be on the tighter 
side of ideal …  but I think not by much. I've had both bikes set up this 
way for 3+ years now and haven't had a problem ... and while I know that's 
a hardly scientific assessment, my riding consists of plenty of unpaved 
trails and year round NYC streets.

That said, I have a pair of similarly sized Honjo's like your hanging in my 
garage. They fit 38's well but don't work for Hetres. If you have 
questions, give Mike Kone a call … he's a great guy to hash out solutions 
with.



On Sunday, March 2, 2014 11:01:52 AM UTC-5, JimD wrote:
>
> Jeffrey and/or anyone,
>
> I've got an early 62 cm Saluki (650B version) it has hammered Honjo 
> fenders.
>
> I'm not sure what model honjos  are , but they measure 46mm wide on the 
> outside and ~41 mm
> wide internally (rolled fender edge to  rolled fender edge).
>
> What fenders do you have on your Saluki and do you know their dimensions?
>
> How's the clearance on between your fenders  and the Hetres?
>
> Thanks,
> JimD
>
> On Mar 2, 2014, at 6:37 AM, jeffrey kane > 
> wrote:
>
> Cross-post from the 650b group :
>
> I've been nursing a pair of Pari Moto's since mid-summer and the weather 
> has helped extend their life (read: much reduced riding around here since 
> December) … but I've been telling myself to p/u a new set o' tires for the 
> last month or so and had decided I go for those highly acclaimed Hetre EL's 
> for a change. This will be my 4th season riding 650b, much of it on Hetres 
> .. heck, I even commute on them year-round in NYC. So just as I was about 
> to pull the trigger I see the post from Compass and *voila*, enter the 
> Babyshoe Pass XL! 
>
>
> <https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-iJclo6mLl_M/UxMv4CFonyI/ABA/3pyjrCKoVb8/s1600/photo+1.JPG>
>
>
> <https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-zWKXXrx0LDY/UxMv7fXEyUI/ABI/jEOp2w8GnQw/s1600/photo+2.JPG>
>
>
> <https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-ny94ytVoP84/UxMv_Y_bKNI/ABQ/MQfNagkwo4M/s1600/photo+3.JPG>
>
> Took 'em for a little solo 45 mile loop over the GWB to parts north 
> yesterday in mid-30's temps on what was left of my November legs. Now, I'm 
> no expert tire reviewer but I know what I've come to like … and these last 
> few years on PM's and Hetres have been some of the most enjoyable of my 
> many years of riding. 
>
> So here's my deep bow of respect to Mr. Heine and his cohorts at Compass … 
> and a great many thanks for making life so damn good for so many of us in 
> their own small way!
>
>
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Re: [RBW] Baby got new shoes ...and now JimD's baby needs 38's

[jeffrey kane]

Oh no doubt … that's what I'd try!

On Sunday, March 2, 2014 4:06:13 PM UTC-5, Mike Schiller wrote:
>
> The Compass Loup Loup pass version. Same tire in 38mm wide.
>
> ~mike
>
> On Sunday, March 2, 2014 12:52:07 PM UTC-8, JimD wrote:
>>
>> OK,
>>
>> Since I can't fit Hetres on my 650 B Saluki what 38 mm 650B tires do 
>> folks suggest?
>>
>> Thanks,
>> JimD
>>
>> On Mar 2, 2014, at 11:07 AM, Ron Mc  wrote:
>>
>> I agree, 46mm Honjos would be perfect with 38mm tires, but that's about 
>> the upper limit.  
>>
>> On Sunday, March 2, 2014 12:54:12 PM UTC-6, jeffrey kane wrote:
>>>
>>> Hi Jim,
>>>
>>> The fenders you see are Berthoud 650b x 50's. Mike Kone sells them out 
>>> of Boulder Bicycles. I have them on a Belriot also. The fit on either frame 
>>> is tight but requires almost not crimping, which, is saying a lot since 
>>> neither frame was optimized for 42's and fenders. The tire to fender 
>>> inner-edge clearance is also what some might consider to be on the tighter 
>>> side of ideal …  but I think not by much. I've had both bikes set up this 
>>> way for 3+ years now and haven't had a problem ... and while I know that's 
>>> a hardly scientific assessment, my riding consists of plenty of unpaved 
>>> trails and year round NYC streets.
>>>
>>> That said, I have a pair of similarly sized Honjo's like your hanging in 
>>> my garage. They fit 38's well but don't work for Hetres. If you have 
>>> questions, give Mike Kone a call … he's a great guy to hash out solutions 
>>> with.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> On Sunday, March 2, 2014 11:01:52 AM UTC-5, JimD wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Jeffrey and/or anyone,
>>>>
>>>> I've got an early 62 cm Saluki (650B version) it has hammered Honjo 
>>>> fenders.
>>>>
>>>> I'm not sure what model honjos  are , but they measure 46mm wide on the 
>>>> outside and ~41 mm
>>>> wide internally (rolled fender edge to  rolled fender edge).
>>>>
>>>> What fenders do you have on your Saluki and do you know their 
>>>> dimensions?
>>>>
>>>> How's the clearance on between your fenders  and the Hetres?
>>>>
>>>> Thanks,
>>>> JimD
>>>>
>>>> On Mar 2, 2014, at 6:37 AM, jeffrey kane  wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Cross-post from the 650b group :
>>>>
>>>> I've been nursing a pair of Pari Moto's since mid-summer and the 
>>>> weather has helped extend their life (read: much reduced riding around 
>>>> here 
>>>> since December) … but I've been telling myself to p/u a new set o' tires 
>>>> for the last month or so and had decided I go for those highly acclaimed 
>>>> Hetre EL's for a change. This will be my 4th season riding 650b, much of 
>>>> it 
>>>> on Hetres .. heck, I even commute on them year-round in NYC. So just as I 
>>>> was about to pull the trigger I see the post from Compass and *voila*, 
>>>> enter the Babyshoe Pass XL! 
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> <https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-iJclo6mLl_M/UxMv4CFonyI/ABA/3pyjrCKoVb8/s1600/photo+1.JPG>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> <https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-zWKXXrx0LDY/UxMv7fXEyUI/ABI/jEOp2w8GnQw/s1600/photo+2.JPG>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> <https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-ny94ytVoP84/UxMv_Y_bKNI/ABQ/MQfNagkwo4M/s1600/photo+3.JPG>
>>>>
>>>> Took 'em for a little solo 45 mile loop over the GWB to parts north 
>>>> yesterday in mid-30's temps on what was left of my November legs. Now, I'm 
>>>> no expert tire reviewer but I know what I've come to like … and these last 
>>>> few years on PM's and Hetres have been some of the most enjoyable of my 
>>>> many years of riding. 
>>>>
>>>> So here's my deep bow of respect to Mr. Heine and his cohorts at 
>>>> Compass … and a great many thanks for making life so damn good for so many 
>>>> of us in their own small way!
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
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[RBW] Re: Show me your albatrosses!

[Jeffrey Marco]

The Alba's made this bike much more fun to ride. 

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On Thursday, February 6, 2014 6:42:55 PM UTC-5, Conway Bennett wrote:
>
> Captain Conway in Chicago here.  I'm an avid reader of the group but a 
> sporadic poster.  In any case I'm a sucker for riv sales campaign so I'm 
> the new owner of some albatrosses which will steering my beloved riv'd out 
> cross check.  So, can all you proud alba mommas and poppas send your flickr 
> hot links for inspiration?

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[RBW] Re: Show me your albatrosses!

[Jeffrey Marco]

On Thursday, March 27, 2014 9:14:18 AM UTC-4, Jeffrey Marco wrote:
>
> The Alba's made this bike much more fun to ride. 
>
> <https://www.flickr.com/x/t/0099009/photos/73198384@N04/12927173983/>
> <https://www.flickr.com/x/t/0097009/photos/73198384@N04/12927066575/>
>
>
> On Thursday, February 6, 2014 6:42:55 PM UTC-5, Conway Bennett wrote:
>>
>> Captain Conway in Chicago here.  I'm an avid reader of the group but a 
>> sporadic poster.  In any case I'm a sucker for riv sales campaign so I'm 
>> the new owner of some albatrosses which will steering my beloved riv'd out 
>> cross check.  So, can all you proud alba mommas and poppas send your flickr 
>> hot links for inspiration?
>
>

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[RBW] Re: SimpleQuickOneBeam Project - Blue Sky Features - What would you like to see?

[jeffrey kane]

Heck, this is easy for me: I'm short, just shy of 5'8" and while I can't 
remember my PBH I do know that I fit beautifully on Riv 650b 54cm & 55cm 
frames. The S/O simply wasn't sized small enough for me and therefor, I 
don't own one. 

I'd ask that GP stick to the simple tried-and-true geometry of the previous 
iterations (no sloping top tubes, please) and make a 650b 54cm or 55cm 
frame. Mind you, I wouldn't balk at a 700c only model if it fit. If that 
happens, then I'm going to be in big trouble around the house … *(but it 
will be worth it*) !!!

On Tuesday, November 26, 2013 12:28:12 PM UTC-5, Cyclofiend Jim wrote:
>
> I guess this is a type of Entmoot - we're discussing features on a bike 
> that might not be built, but one which is the evolution of the Quickbeam 
> and SimpleOne.  The impetus for this thread has branched from Grant 
> Petersen's comments in this thread - 
> https://groups.google.com/forum/#!topic/rbw-owners-bunch/QhzO4CFyz1U - in 
> which I was volunteered to wrangle discussion of and interest in the 
> project.  
>
> Basically, if 30 individuals are interested in committing, this could come 
> to pass. No promises, of course.  
>
> Here are the guidelines for this thread:
> - State clearly what you would like to see.
> - Give a specific reason why.
>
> Since this is a Brainstorming thread, let's keep the focus on encouraging 
> creative thought:
> - No negative comments.  If you think an idea is stupid, bite your tongue 
> (or quell your keyboard) and come up with a better one.  
> - No discussion about whether something would or would not work.  Each 
> idea may also spur a more functional insight in someone else's brain.
>
> This (hopefully) is not an empirical discussion.  If you have a Quickbeam 
> or SimpleOne and really like a certain aspect of the frame design, or if 
> you didn't buy one because of a specific issue, this is the place to talk 
> about that. The goal is to recognize valued features and uncover hidden 
> possibilities.  All of which or none of which might be incorporated into 
> the final design.
>
> For example - 
> I have an orange series.  It does not have seat stay threads for a rear 
> rack.  This has always bothered me as I have a Mark's Rack on my Hilsen and 
> would love to be able to run a dual rack setup without resorting to 
> P-Clamps.  (This was corrected in the SimpleOne.)
>
> - or - 
>
> Would it matter if it had a derailleur hanger? Would you want it optimized 
> for upright bars? Would a kickstand plate be a dealbreaker? Would it 
> absolutely have to be a 584/650B capable of accepting super wide tires? Or 
> a 622/700C capabler of mounting your favorite "29er" mondo tire?
>
> OK?
>
> Thanks in advance and enjoy the ride!
>
> - Jim / cyclo...@gmail.com 
>
>
>
>
>

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[RBW] Re: Heron touring frameset-57cm

[jeffrey kane]

Seen that baby before! What's the stand over with that set up?

On Saturday, March 10, 2012 7:21:56 AM UTC-5, mike goldman wrote:
>
> Heron fully lugged frame/fork/headset. fits 700x38c tires/fenders, 3 
> bottle mounts. ive toured the C & O Towpath and The Katy Trail, both 
> crushed limestone/dirt, on this frame with great results. made in the USA 
> by Waterford. Original paint was Bailey Falls Blue but foolishly opted for 
> something brighter. definately not professionally resprayed but rather 
> 'quick and dirty'...but it held up remarkably well. $550 shipped
>
> mike goldman
>
> warwick,r.i.
>
>
> 
> *53 Year Old Mom Looks 33*
> The Stunning Results of Her Wrinkle Trick Has Botox Doctors Worried
> 
> consumerproducts.com

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[RBW] 650b ... the next wave.

[jeffrey kane]

http://www.cyclingnews.com/features/nino-schurter-wins-world-cup-1-on-650b-wheels

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[RBW] Re: 650b ... the next wave.

[jeffrey kane]

and now for some further clarification ... or confusion (not sure which):

http://janheine.wordpress.com/2012/03/20/650b-tubulars/

On Monday, March 19, 2012 12:11:31 PM UTC-4, jeffrey kane wrote:
>
>
> http://www.cyclingnews.com/features/nino-schurter-wins-world-cup-1-on-650b-wheels
>

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[RBW] Re: FS: 56cm S&S Coupled Saluki in Portland-East

[jeffrey kane]

I've seen this bike before ... can't remember where though, Too big for me 
but it's a beauty. I wish my Saluki had canti studs.

On Tuesday, March 27, 2012 1:29:03 AM UTC-4, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote:
>
> Oh my, someone buy this so I can live vicariously through you...
>
> http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/ram/bik/2923936121.html
>
> No affiliation, etc..
>
> -- 
> Cheers,
> David
> Redlands, CA
>
> **
> “I believe in an America where millions of Americans believe in an America 
> that’s the America millions of Americans believe in. That’s the America I 
> love.”
>
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[RBW] Re: Montauk Century - May 20th

[jeffrey kane]

May 20 ... same day as the NY Gran Fondo ... that's alotta cyclists on the 
road in one day, right?

On Thursday, April 19, 2012 6:20:42 PM UTC-4, Imladris wrote:
>
> Anyone riding in the Montauk Century (Long Island, NY) on May 20th?


On Thursday, April 19, 2012 6:20:42 PM UTC-4, Imladris wrote:
>
> Anyone riding in the Montauk Century (Long Island, NY) on May 20th?


On Thursday, April 19, 2012 6:20:42 PM UTC-4, Imladris wrote:
>
> Anyone riding in the Montauk Century (Long Island, NY) on May 20th?

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[RBW] Re: Atlantis fitment

[jeffrey kane]

Ryan, where'd you get that orange bar tape? What type + brand is it 

On Friday, April 27, 2012 12:20:38 AM UTC-4, rcnute wrote:
>
> If it helps here's a photo showing seatpost height, stem length, etc. 
> on the 56: 
>
>
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/30684316@N08/4181783983/in/set-72157622971557414 
>
> Ryan 
>
> On Apr 26, 11:15 am, soapscum  wrote: 
> > Hi gang, 
> > 
> > I'm on the lookout for an Atlantis in the not-right-now-but-pretty- 
> > soon time frame, so I'm wondering about size and fit. I'm 5'9" with a 
> > PBH of 84. My 56cm Hillborne is great, but I'm wondering if a 58cm 
> > Atlantis might be a good choice. I'm interested in your opinions, 
> > especially if you measure similarly. Thanks!


On Friday, April 27, 2012 12:20:38 AM UTC-4, rcnute wrote:
>
> If it helps here's a photo showing seatpost height, stem length, etc. 
> on the 56: 
>
>
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/30684316@N08/4181783983/in/set-72157622971557414 
>
> Ryan 
>
> On Apr 26, 11:15 am, soapscum  wrote: 
> > Hi gang, 
> > 
> > I'm on the lookout for an Atlantis in the not-right-now-but-pretty- 
> > soon time frame, so I'm wondering about size and fit. I'm 5'9" with a 
> > PBH of 84. My 56cm Hillborne is great, but I'm wondering if a 58cm 
> > Atlantis might be a good choice. I'm interested in your opinions, 
> > especially if you measure similarly. Thanks!

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[RBW] Re: nice kids' bikes

[jeffrey kane]

My son is seven and rides a Fuji Ace 20. It's a beauty, he rides to school 
nearly all year, which, is pretty good for a NYC kid. 

Here's the bike:

http://www.fujibikes.com/bike/details/ace-203

I was a little weirded out by the 20" x 1"'s but like Thomas said, kids 
kinda don't care and the bike is so cool looking that he gets compliments 
on it all the time!

Here he is riding it to a nail biter of a photo finish last weekend at the 
Harlem Skyscraper Classic Father's Day race:

http://nyvelocity.com/content/gallery/race-photos/2012/harlem-kids

btw: the Fuji comes in a 24" wheeled version with drop bars as well. As for 
other kid bikes, I'd like to find him one of those Redline 24" wheel cross 
bikes next as he'll outgrow the 20 in another year, I fear. Otherwise, Felt 
makes a nice 24" racer type  remember, kids like fast stuff ... and 
they have their whole lives ahead of them to figure out the beauty of fat 
road tires and fenders and such!

On Friday, June 22, 2012 11:34:42 AM UTC-4, Seth Vidal wrote:
>
> The discussion of good kids' bikes comes up from time to time. 
>
> I caught this today on fastboy cycles' blog/flickr feed and I thought 
> some of y'all may be intrigued: 
>
> http://www.fastboycycles.com/teachingcancertocry/?p=829 
> and 
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/fastboy/7419479154 
>
>
>
> thought some of y'all might find it interesting. 
>
> -sv 
>

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[RBW] Re: Albastaches (new Moustaches) are Available!

[jeffrey kane]

You know, I was excited by a slightly lower rise Alba idea but I think this 
is a huge miss in that you can't use it with Mtn. Bike levers ... I just 
don't get the wrist-up position of trying to use drop bar levers in a 
semi-horizontal way.

On Tuesday, June 18, 2013 5:21:55 PM UTC-4, Liesl wrote:
>
> http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/hb3a.htm
>
> "Just think of it as the love child of the Moustache H’bar and the 
> Albatross."
>

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[RBW] Re: Saluki love & tires

[jeffrey kane]

Hetres will fit your Saluki front + back just fine. Fenders, on the other 
hand, can be an issue. VO makes a few sizes ... you'll want to measure 
yours first to be sure ... look for at last 52mm inside across the span. I 
use 50mm SS Berthoud's (via Mike Kone's online store) on both a Saluki and 
a Bleriot. There's some trade off in coverage but no problems with fit 
anywhere.

On Wednesday, June 19, 2013 6:33:23 PM UTC-4, Michael Hechmer wrote:
>
> I am loving my new Saluki with Pari- Moto tires.  What a blend of comfort 
> & performance!  But I am also looking ahead and wondering if the Heters 
> will fit under the VO Al fenders.  It looks like a kinda tight fit.  Any 
> experience?
>
> Michael†
>

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[RBW] Re: Powder Coated S.H. and Dureme 50's

[jeffrey kane]

I love black bikes. Where did you get it painted? And is there a clear coat 
on it?


On Sunday, June 23, 2013 12:52:05 PM UTC-4, jandrews_nyc wrote:
>
>
> I recently had my flaking paint S.H. powder coated as I often leave it 
> locked up outside in nyc.  The noodles went back on with a dirt drop and 
> also put the 50 Dureme's back on and currently enjoying the marshmallow 
> ride. see below
>
>
> 
>
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[RBW] Re: Opniel knives

[jeffrey kane]

needed indeed ...

On Wednesday, August 14, 2013 2:03:43 PM UTC-4, Ron Mc wrote:
>
> http://www.rivbike.com/Opinel-Knife-p/knife01.htm   - Someone should tell 
> Grant that Opniel will custom-engrave knives 
>
>
> 
> - it would be cool to see Riv-logo knives
>

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[RBW] Re: Looking for a 57 or 55cm Bleriot...

[jeffrey kane]

Hey guys,

I hope whichever of you are looking to switch sizes figures it out ...
I just wanted to toss in that I'm looking for a 55 Bleriot myself ...
nothing to trade unless somebody wants a 54 Velo Orange Polyvalent
once I replace it.

Any leads would be greatly appreciated.


On May 21, 9:09 pm, Bill  wrote:
> In a perfect world you, Scott, would get a 55 on loan, put on your
> wheels, saddle, handlebars and controls, and a stem sized according to
> the bike fitting, and lay down a hundred or so miles on it.  By then
> you'll know if it's right.  And if you try a 53 you should be mindful
> that a too-long stem with a too-short top tube doesn't make a perfect
> fit.  If you find the right 53 or 55 and are looking at a buy instead
> of a swap, I'm still game for your 59.
>
> ~Bill
>
> On May 21, 12:12 pm, Justin August  wrote:
>
>
>
> > I have a 55. You would fit right or be a bit big on it. I have a 55
> > and the top tube fits well.
>
> > -Justin
>
> > On May 21, 4:30 am, "S.Cutshall"  wrote:
>
> > > Okay...
> > > Have leads on a 57 & 55 (fellas with those--didn't forget about either
> > > of you, just was waiting until I had a Professional bike-fitting,
> > > which I had earlier today)...
>
> > > The 57 won't work, the 55 will and would now like to up the ante of
> > > possibility by adding: any chance someone has a 53cm Bleriot frameset
> > > that they want to sell or trade?
>
> > > Seems the 53 would be optimal and the 55 very doable.
>
> > > So any 53 owners out there?
>
> > > Please email me and let's talk (I'll wait a few days and if no dice,
> > > Jason I would like to talk about your 55).
>
> > > Thanks much:
>
> > > -Scott

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[RBW] Re: Grand Bois Hetres and SKS P45 fender clearence

[jeffrey kane]

You might want to consider a pair of Berthoud 50's ... I know they're
double the money at around $70.00 but they offer an excellent fit on a
Saluki/54 (or a Bleriot/55)

http://www.renehersestore.com/servlet/the-144/Berthoud-650bx50-fenders-%26/Detail

Also you'll be hard pressed to find a nicer guy to talk to on the
phone than Mike Kone.


On Jun 1, 1:16 am, Sacha  wrote:
> It is going to be awfully tight.  Safety issue needs to be put into 
> consideration.  For example, a debris could lodge between a tire and fender 
> causing an abrupt halt to the wheel.  I do not know how much these fenders 
> will cover the tire, however you might see the sidewalls from the bird view 
> thus eliminating the main function/purpose of using the fenders.  Also, 
> Hetres will stretch a tad over time.
>
> On May 31, 2011, at 7:28 PM, hobie wrote:
>
>
>
> > Frank. Thanks for the responce. I think I'll buy a pair of the Hetres.
> > I currently have the Schwalbe 650b marathons but want somthing
> > plusher.
>
> > On May 31, 7:22 pm, Frank  wrote:
> >> I have that exact set-up on my 62cm Saluki and all works as designed;
> >> no troubles or finicky-ness.
>
> >> On May 31, 2:57 pm, hobie  wrote:
>
> >>> Hi all. I'm thinking of trying a pair of 650bx42cm Grand Bois Hetres.
> >>> Has anyone tried the combination of Grand Bois Hetres 650bx42 with SKS
> >>> P45 fenders on a 58cm Saluki? Is there enough tire clearence? The Riv
> >>> site says the P45 fenders will work with the (Fatty Rumpkin 40- 41.5
> >>> or so)  which is slightly smaller than the Hetres. Any help would be
> >>> appreciated.- Hide quoted text -
>
> >> - Show quoted text -
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[RBW] Re: East Coast frame painting

[jeffrey kane]

Hey BB,

Those are both beauties ... tell me (us) ... how durable would you say
the paint is? Will it hold up to street signs and U-Locks, that sort
of thing, or does it nick and scratch easily? And, btw: I'm not saying
nick and scratch easily is a bad thing, I'm just looking for something
durable for NYC style abuse, as I know the original poster is ...
(and I happen to have a house near Toms River).


On Jun 3, 11:46 pm, Montclair BobbyB 
wrote:
> I use The Color Factory in Waretown, NJ (near Toms River).  Bruce
> Risley is the owner, and he uses only wet (DuPont Imron) paint.  Here
> are photos of 2 of his paintjobs (on my bikes)... I think he does a
> fabulous job, and his prices are very reasonable.
>
> http://tinyurl.com/3oy3wxfhttp://tinyurl.com/3uudj96
>
> There are additional pictures on my Flickr site, for more closeup
> detail
>
> I wouldn't quite put the Color Factory at the level of a Bilenky, but
> Bruce is a real pro nonetheless, and knows his stuff.
>
> Good luck!
>
> BB
>
> On Jun 3, 9:46 pm, jandrews_nyc  wrote:
>
>
>
> > Hi,
> > I would like to have my green Hillborne frame painted or powder coated
> > and I live in New York City.
> > Does anyone have any suggestions on frame painters who can do a good
> > job and professionally apply decals around NYC?
> > I know Bilenky in Philly does great work ,and that's very close, but
> > just putting the feelers out there to see if there is another shop
> > that comes recommended.
> > The Hillborne is my daily city commuter and it gets locked up outside
> > in Brooklyn, Queens and Manhattan regularly so a powder coat may make
> > more sense.  The green that came on the bike is very much scratched
> > off both sides of the top tube from city abuse.  I want to protect and
> > beautify it.

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[RBW] Re: can anyone relate--getting older (50) and back into cycling: finding drops not so easy...

[jeffrey kane]

Of course, this really all depends on what kind of riding you intend
to do. Around town or out on the road for 2 to 3 hours at a stretch?
Most importantly, keep in mind that 50 is like, the new 30 ... and the
minute you start suggesting to yourself that you're getting "older",
well ... I'd suggest taking your time, being patient and relearning to
love the drops.

Anyway, no doubt, you're going to get plenty of good suggestions
here!

jsk, b. 6/2/61

On Jun 6, 11:55 am, canali  wrote:
> just wondering if it's just me and i need to take my time adding the
> mileage and being consistent  and patient (and getting back into
> shape)
>
> OR do alot of us as we get older no longer find being so bent down as
> comfortable...thinking of swapping out drops on atlantis for jeff
> jones h loop bars or the north road bars.

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[RBW] Re: Double Top Tube Sam Hillborne

[jeffrey kane]

I'm with Zack on this one, it's a pretty unique look... and where else
are you going to get that off the rack, so-to-speak, these days?

I wouldn't think twice about loading up the front for a long trip
either.

On Jun 5, 2:56 pm, Jay  wrote:
> Does this make any sense in a 56 cm Sam? Should it be a deal breaker?
> I almost ordered one the other day until I found out all the new one's
> have the "undertube".
> What does is collective wisdom of this group?
>
> BTW I weigh 165 lbs want the bike for commuting and the occasional
> tour.
>
> Jay

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[RBW] Re: 650b Rim Woes

[jeffrey kane]

I've put in roughly 2000 miles on the VO "Diagonale". (bought as a pre-
built set with 105 hubs). Have run Pari Moto's and Hetre's with no
issues and have had very little to even think about regarding the
wheels.

On Jul 25, 7:58 pm, Larry Powers  wrote:
> I have had bad luck with two sets 650b rims, CR18's and ZAC-19's.  Both are 
> oversized and unusable.  The CR18's are my go to rims for commuting and 
> touring since they are a sturdy, functional rim and a reasonable price.  I 
> need to find a set of rims for my wife's Bleriot and I have been unable to 
> find a rim at the price point and quality of the CR18's.  My only current 
> options appear to be the Velocity, VO and Grand Bois.  The VO rims seem to be 
> the closest to what I am looking for.  Have I missed any rims?
>
> Thanks.
>
> Larry Powers
>
> Get a bicycle.  You will not regret it if you live. - Mark Twain

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[RBW] Re: Dad ride to Kensington Park!

[jeffrey kane]

Beautiful, what's not to love about that?

I'm curious, what is that handlebar bag on the front of the blue AHH?

On Jul 31, 1:43 pm, Amit Singh  wrote:
> Hi friends;
>
> Just returned from a ride with Dad to Kensington Park.  I had a great time
> and so did Dad.  
>
> He did remarkably welll on the 50 milles to and from Kensington - he's got
> some LEGS!
>
> Here are some photos which I thought you may enjoy:
>
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/amisingh/sets/72157627323902004/
>
> Best,
>
> Amit

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[RBW] Re: Downtube shifter diehards vs. downtube shifter experimenters

[jeffrey kane]

Well, I ride a 54, so I'm def. on the small side. I've been using bar
end shifters but am looking to switch to DT's. Travel break down,
shorter cables, less cable housing, etc. are the motivation for me.
Anyone looking to move a pair of Dura Ace SL7700's (the straight lever
DT specific 9 speed type) please let me know and I'll snatch 'em up
asap!

jsk

On Aug 2, 2:02 pm, Rex Kerr  wrote:
> Interesting question.  I'm also curious how much frame size has to do with
> DT shifter preferences.
>
> I ride a ~67 cm frame and the reach to DT shifters is insane, making me
> uncomfortable using them. For this reason I have a strong preference for
> barend shifters.  I'm curious if this is true for other tall riders.
>
> -Rex
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> On Fri, Jul 29, 2011 at 5:00 AM, Forrest  wrote:
> > Among those of you who now use downtube shifters (or have in the past), how
> > many of you are confirmed fans of downtube shifting, and how many of you
> > tried it as an experiment but then switched to a different shifting system
> > that you felt was better? Oh, and any thoughts re downtube indexed vs.
> > downtube friction would be welcome.
>
> > Thanks,  -- Forrest (Iowa City)
>
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[RBW] Re: Sping Sale: TA Carmina, Grand Bois Hetres, Panaracer Pasela, Schwalbe, Nitto,SKS, Sugino etc.

[jeffrey kane]

Hey, I shot you an e-mail about the Hetres and tubes ... lemme know when 
you get a chance, please.

On Wednesday, March 6, 2013 9:40:39 AM UTC-5, hobie wrote:
>
> For sale. All items include shipping.
>  
> Specialites TA Carmina crankset 172.5 w. both 130bcd road and 
> compact 94bcd spyders both silver. The rings are 50/34 silver rings 94bcd 
> and 52/42 black rings 130bcd.Comes w. Phil Wood BB 103mm, just the BB no 
> rings. Crank alone is big $. Overall in excellent condition. Top quality 
> crankset. $435.00
>  
> 2- used Grand Bois 650b Hetres red color w. 2 like new Schwalbe 650 tubes 
> alittle dirty but alot of life left.  the best 650b tires $85.00
>  
> 2- Brand new Panaracer Pasela folding bead tires 700x35 $60.00
>  
> 2- Brand new Schwalbe Marathon Racer folding bead tires. 700x35  $95.00
>  
> Nitto cockpit w. Nitto Technomic deluxe stem 11cm, Nitto Noodle 48cm 
> handlebars, Shimano Tiagra aero brake levers logos removed w.acetone, Velo 
> plugs black, brown cloth tape shellaced 4 times to a deep brown, black 
> brake cable housing. This setup came off a 58cm Saluki.  $115.00
>  
> Nitto Crystal fellow seatpost 27.2  Plenty insertion marks especially the 
> rear, though almost a fistful of clean post, logo intact. $38.00
>  
> Phil Wood Disc cassette hub 130mm spacing 32 hole. You can have it 
> re-spaced to 135mm from Phil for about $40.00 Excellent condition. What a 
> hub!  Bombproof. $185.00
>  
> Sugino AP110 triple crankset w. 48/38/28 rings and extra 110/34 ring for a 
> compact double. I used the double configuration w. a Phil 113 BB and 
> it worked great. $45.00
>  
> MKS Urban Pedals almost new $35.00
>  
> Tektro R556 xtra longreach brakes. Older style w. grey metal release and 
> gull wing brake shoe holders. Pads almost need to be replaced. $30.00
>  
> Silver Shifters downtube w.2 brand new Jagwire Hyper cables w. packaging. 
> $35.00
>  
> Vintage Suntour Cyclone MII rear derailler and Vintage Suntour Lepree 
> front clamp on 28.6 derailler. Excellent condition Both for $50.00
>  
> Vintage Shimano 600 front derailler very good condition $20.00
>  
> 2 waterbottle cages similar design to KING cages although more of a 
> titanium finish in color. $13.00
>  
> 2 pairs of SKS fenders silver P45 and P50 stays cut to fit a 58cm Saluki 
> both pairs for $45.00 
>

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[RBW] Re: Dynamo Lights and Theft

[jeffrey kane]

Genius resource on the Security Bolt site, Will ... many thanks for that!


On Monday, April 8, 2013 5:43:19 PM UTC-4, Ryan Ray wrote:
>
> I came out of my Dr appointment today to find the 5 zip ties holding the 
> wire connecting my dynamo hub to my light removed and the wire dangling. 
> It's just a cheap IQ Fly.
>
> Is light theft like this common? It was on a busy street in daylight. An 
> Acorn bag was left alone.
>
>
>

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[RBW] Re: On the Road Today

[jeffrey kane]

Been there, only twice in my life, thankfully, both times on a bicycle. You 
northern CA cats sure have some good riding right outside your doors 

On Saturday, April 20, 2013 9:04:39 PM UTC-4, Cyclofiend Jim wrote:
>
> Managed a decent loop today out to the coast and back.  Reached down and 
> snapped this one as I rolled north on Hwy 1 towards Pt. Reyes Station.
>
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclofiend/8665732161/in/photostream
>
> Grand day out. 
>

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[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto, Phil Wood, Carradice, Sugino, Campy, and more....

[jeffrey kane]

Hey Matt,

Is this still available:

-Nitto dirt drop stem 26.0 clamp, 10 cm extension, 120mm above min 
insertion, $38.00

If so, let me know, I can PayPal immediately

Thanks! jsk

On Friday, May 3, 2013 5:45:35 PM UTC-4, Matt Gilkey wrote:
>
> Hello,
>>  
>>
> Thanks for all of the responses. Sold a lot of stuff and everyone has been 
> great. Here is what is left. All prices include shipping. Thanks. 
>  
>
> -Nitto moustache 25.4 clamp, tape residue and lots of scratches in clamp 
> area $35.00
>
> -Phil wood Bottom Bracket 108mm, approx 2,000 miles, mounting rings not 
> included, $80.00
>
> -Shimano Deore XT rear derailleur, 7 speed, very scratched but functions 
> well $20.00
>
> -Mafac Racer center-pull brakes with new pads, $40.00
>
> -Topeak Road Master Frame Pump, rubber head is split, length 52-59cm, 
> $25.00
>
> -Velo Orange City bar (I think it is the porteur model), $25.00
>
> -Shimano Deore Crank set 175mm 46-36-26, $65.00
>
> -Velo Orange Grand Cru 50.4 bcd Crank set (Version 1) 46-30 $75.00 (I 
> found the second dust cap). 
>
> -Phil Wood 135 mm bottom bracket, no mounting rings, Some scratches on 
> shell, $75.00
>
> -Nitto dirt drop stem 25.4 clamp, 8 cm extension, 150mm above min 
> insertion, $38.00
>
> -Nitto dirt drop stem 26.0 clamp, 10 cm extension, 120mm above min 
> insertion, $38.00
>
> -Nitto periscope stem 25.4 clamp, 8 cm extension, 190mm above min 
> insertion $34.00
>
> -Phil wood “Rivy” 26in wheel set with Velocity Aeroheat rims 36 spoke, 
> includes IRD 13-32 7spd freewheel and suntour 13-34 7spd freewheel, built 
> by Rich at Rivendell $275.00. 
>
> -Carradice Super C rear panniers $150.00
>
> -Carradice Cape roll, inner pocket stitching cut to make 1 big pocket, 
> $23.00
>
>  -Bridgestone MB2 or 3 frame, unsure of the year. Had it powder coated by 
> Cycle Art several years ago. Great frame, includes headset and BB. Seat 
> tube = 50cm c-c, Top tube = 58cm c-c.  $275.00
>
> - Dave Scott Centurion Ironman road frame. Tange Prestige tubing. Bottom 
> Bracket not included. Seat tube = 59cm c-c, Top tube = 57cm c-c. $225.00. 
>  
>

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[RBW] Re: UnRacer Paraphernalia description.

[jeffrey kane]

Fussy? I don't know ...it is funny though ... but I also wonder why Riv/GP 
feels the need to contribute to an already polarized community (cyclers in 
general) ... while the button is innocuous enough in itself, all the 
anti-this and anti-that stuff seems unnecessary. I can't help but think 
whether you're into wearing "sausage skin clothing" or tooling around an a 
$4000.00 artisanal "hobo" bike with a $25.00 basket ... that sort of thing 
makes everybody come off looking silly.

On Wednesday, May 29, 2013 10:31:07 AM UTC-4, Mike wrote:
>
> I was poking around the RBW site last night and noticed there are some new 
> small items--Unracer pins, key fobs and magnets. I love the product 
> description which isn't so much a product description as an Unracering 
> battle cry. I don't think it's entirely serious but I like it. I'm sure 
> there are those who will get all fussy about it. Oh well. Check it out:
>
> http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/pr71pin.htm
>
> mike
>

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[RBW] Re: UnRacer Paraphernalia description.

[jeffrey kane]

Agreed:

"I think looking silly is part of the human condition. :-)"
 "Let's not take ourselves too seriously."

Nothing says it better than "Just Ride"


On Wednesday, May 29, 2013 10:31:07 AM UTC-4, Mike wrote:
>
> I was poking around the RBW site last night and noticed there are some new 
> small items--Unracer pins, key fobs and magnets. I love the product 
> description which isn't so much a product description as an Unracering 
> battle cry. I don't think it's entirely serious but I like it. I'm sure 
> there are those who will get all fussy about it. Oh well. Check it out:
>
> http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/pr71pin.htm
>
> mike
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[RBW] Re: Repaint Riv decals. Where do they get them?

[jeffrey kane]

Hey John,

That's great to know ... by chance then, are there any Belriot decals 
available?

Many thanks / jsk

On Sunday, July 8, 2012 9:04:22 AM UTC-4, John Bennett wrote:
>
> The way it works: 
>
> Call us and tell us who is painting your bike. We send the decals 
> directly to the painter. 
>
> Thanks! 
>
> John at RBW HQ 
>
> On Jul 7, 10:25 am, lungimsam  wrote: 
> > I notice some peeps have repainted their Rivbikes and have tnew decals. 
> How 
> > do you get these for a repaint job? Thru Riv, or somewhere else?

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[RBW] Re: For Sale; Fillet de Tom Ritchey, Anyone?

[jeffrey kane]

MAn, that thing is dreamy! What's the stand over height at the top tube, 
per chance?

On Friday, July 20, 2012 1:05:30 PM UTC-4, Mayfly wrote:
>
>
>
> I would like to offer up my latest project, to make room and $ for the 
> next project (a 1992 dark green RB-T; zounds!) 
>
> A circa 1987 Ritchey TimberComp/Wolf frame fillet brazed by the wizard. 
> Color is red, size is medium/large ( 21" c-t ST, 23"c-c TT, 31.5" SO). 
> Ritchey USA decals are intact except for rubbe on the drive side headtube. 
> Frame has some minor scratch/rubbe/paint fade beausage. Non driveside 
> chainstay crimped after-the-fact for crank clearance (Sound and 
> not-too-ugly). No other dents. 
>
> Built up de-luxe as a 2 speed all (reasonable)-terrain cruiser, as 
> follows; 
> Wheels; Paul SS hubs, 32h, wheels are quite decent, unlabeled but look 
> like Mavic 
> Tires; Schwalbe Marathon XR 26x2", 250 miles or so 
> Cockpit; Riv Bullmoose 150mm bar, Portuguese cork grips, Suntour power 
> ratchet barend shifter on RH side, Paul Canti levers 
> HS; Original Shimano HP6207 
> BB; Phil Wood SS 
> Tensioner; Paul Melvin mounted to derailler hanger 
> FD; Shimano Deerhead 
> Front Brakes; Paul Retro Canti 
> Rear Brakes; Suntour Cunningham Rollercam mounted under chainstays 
> Saddle; Sprung Brooks Conquest "All-Terrain" 
> Crank; earlier White Industries 175mm 
> Rings; Real 7075 Al, 46t & 34t excellent 
> FW; Claws 22t 
> Water Bottle Cage, Bags & Pedals not included 
>
> Asking prices 
> $ 400 for frame, fork, headset, and rear brakes; shipped CONUS 
> $ 800 for complete bike; shipped CONUS 
> will discuss & dicker all other combinations 
> Will entertain all reasonable (or entertaining) offers. 
> Email for more photos or answers. 
>
> Thanks Again, Kind Rivendell Folks 
> Marc 
>
> Riv Content; Rivendell/ Ritchey relationship over the decades, of course 
>
> Sent from my iPad 
>

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[RBW] Re: For Sale; Fillet de Tom Ritchey, Anyone?

[jeffrey kane]

Sorry, missed that! Denial might have been the culprit (too big for me) ... 
Smart build, man, the Melvin and the FD combo is genius!

On Friday, July 20, 2012 1:26:19 PM UTC-4, William wrote:
>
> His OP says 31.5"  :)
>
> and I agree, it is dreamy
>
> On Friday, July 20, 2012 10:18:45 AM UTC-7, jeffrey kane wrote:
>>
>> MAn, that thing is dreamy! What's the stand over height at the top tube, 
>> per chance?
>>
>> On Friday, July 20, 2012 1:05:30 PM UTC-4, Mayfly wrote:
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> I would like to offer up my latest project, to make room and $ for the 
>>> next project (a 1992 dark green RB-T; zounds!) 
>>>
>>> A circa 1987 Ritchey TimberComp/Wolf frame fillet brazed by the wizard. 
>>> Color is red, size is medium/large ( 21" c-t ST, 23"c-c TT, 31.5" SO). 
>>> Ritchey USA decals are intact except for rubbe on the drive side headtube. 
>>> Frame has some minor scratch/rubbe/paint fade beausage. Non driveside 
>>> chainstay crimped after-the-fact for crank clearance (Sound and 
>>> not-too-ugly). No other dents. 
>>>
>>> Built up de-luxe as a 2 speed all (reasonable)-terrain cruiser, as 
>>> follows; 
>>> Wheels; Paul SS hubs, 32h, wheels are quite decent, unlabeled but look 
>>> like Mavic 
>>> Tires; Schwalbe Marathon XR 26x2", 250 miles or so 
>>> Cockpit; Riv Bullmoose 150mm bar, Portuguese cork grips, Suntour power 
>>> ratchet barend shifter on RH side, Paul Canti levers 
>>> HS; Original Shimano HP6207 
>>> BB; Phil Wood SS 
>>> Tensioner; Paul Melvin mounted to derailler hanger 
>>> FD; Shimano Deerhead 
>>> Front Brakes; Paul Retro Canti 
>>> Rear Brakes; Suntour Cunningham Rollercam mounted under chainstays 
>>> Saddle; Sprung Brooks Conquest "All-Terrain" 
>>> Crank; earlier White Industries 175mm 
>>> Rings; Real 7075 Al, 46t & 34t excellent 
>>> FW; Claws 22t 
>>> Water Bottle Cage, Bags & Pedals not included 
>>>
>>> Asking prices 
>>> $ 400 for frame, fork, headset, and rear brakes; shipped CONUS 
>>> $ 800 for complete bike; shipped CONUS 
>>> will discuss & dicker all other combinations 
>>> Will entertain all reasonable (or entertaining) offers. 
>>> Email for more photos or answers. 
>>>
>>> Thanks Again, Kind Rivendell Folks 
>>> Marc 
>>>
>>> Riv Content; Rivendell/ Ritchey relationship over the decades, of course 
>>>
>>> Sent from my iPad 
>>>
>>

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[RBW] Re: FS: XTR, TA rings, 650b aeroheads, cyclone M-II .. .

[jeffrey kane]

Hey Patrick,
Whats thE BDC on the rings? Do you have an e-mail for off=list reply?

On Saturday, July 28, 2012 1:59:32 PM UTC-4, Patrick in VT wrote:
>
> Hi, All - I have some neat rivvish bits for sale:
>  
> - 650b velocity aerohead rims (28f/32r).  Front rim is like new - never 
> built; Rear has very low mileage, but also has a very small ding that 
> causes some brake pulsing: $70 for front or $90 for both.
>  
> - XTR M951 rapid rise rear mech, excellent condition: $65
>  
> - Suntour Cyclone MII rear derailer, good condition: $40
>  
> - Suntour Cyclone MII front derailer, excellent condition: $30
>  
> - Suntour Cyclone MII front derailer, excellent condition (no band clamp): 
> $25
>  
> - XT 7spd (or 8spd w/ghost shift) thumbie, very good condition: $30
>  
> - TA pro vis 32t chainring, very good condition, lots of life left: $20
>  
> - TA pro vis 40t chainring, very good condition, lots of life left: $20
>  
> - Tektro "ribbit"/mafac copy cantilevers, very good condition (no hangers 
> included - will throw in a set of new koolstop pads): $25
>  
> - VO stem, 100mm/74deg, excellent condition: $15
>  
> pics here - 
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/22267176@N02/sets/72157630790847636/
>  
> offers welcome!  cheers,
>  
> Patrick
>  
>  
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[RBW] Re: A23 vs. Synergy

[jeffrey kane]

I had a pair of A23/650b wheels built by Anthony at Longleaf in June this 
year. The Hetres and A23's are a hard fit ... first time I tried I really 
suffered. Then I used a little dish-soapy water along the rim and bead and 
overinflated them until I literally heard the bead "pop" into place. No 
problems so far, well over a few hundred miles later (but I'm wondering how 
this is going to play out along the side of the road one day).

On Friday, August 10, 2012 11:50:55 AM UTC-4, ted wrote:
>
> I have had good luck getting Quasi-Moto tires to seat evenly on 
> Synergies by pumping em up much harder than I would ride em and then 
> bouncing em on the patio. 
>
> On Aug 10, 8:43 am, William  wrote: 
> > I just built a set of 650B A23s a few months ago.  I built three sets of 
> > Synergies over the last few years.  I was expecting to have increased 
> > friction at the spoke to rim interface, because that's just what happens 
> > with non-eyeleted rims.  I was very pleasantly surprised at how little 
> > friction there was.  I really could tell the difference at all. 
> > 
> > Regarding tire mounting, I agree that Synergies are far easier.  I am 
> used 
> > to mounting and removing 650B tires from Synergy rims with no levers. 
>  In 
> > the 650B community, this is often considered a shortcoming, because it 
> is 
> > quite common to have a very difficult time seating a wide 650B tire on a 
> > synergy rim.  This has been attributed to the very deep well of the 
> Synergy 
> > rim.  Workarounds include using a lot more rim tape, lucking out, or 
> just 
> > accepting a lumpy tire.  Some folklore has suggested that Velocity has 
> had 
> > both undersized and oversized runs of these 650B rims. 
> > 
> > The A23 has a far shallower well at the bead and a deeper channel down 
> the 
> > middle.  To mount tires with your hands, you really have to get the bead 
> > down in that middle channel.  The huge upside is that it is virtually 
> > impossible for the tire NOT to run true.  I set up my A23 650B wheelset 
> > tubeless, so I used the very thin Stan's tape, and I agree the tire went 
> on 
> > far tighter than on Synergy's.  Still no problem with my bare hands.  I 
> > considered that a very good thing. 
> > 
> > None of the above comments have anything to do with 700C Velocity rims. 
> >  I've never built a wheelset or ridden on Velocity 700c rims of any 
> model. 
> >  In 650B, I think the A23 is a really great alternative to the Synergy, 
> but 
> > I think they are both nice rims. 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > On Thursday, August 9, 2012 9:09:20 PM UTC-7, Benz, Sunnyvale, CA wrote: 
> > 
> > > Hi Brian, 
> > 
> > > I've built up a set and a half of A23s and a couple of sets of 
> Synergies. 
> > > Both rim types are pretty straightforward to build and required 
> similar 
> > > amounts of attention to achieve the radial/lateral trueness. I build 
> more 
> > > for spoke tension evenness than rad/lat trueness and neither rims gave 
> me 
> > > problems other than the typical slight hop at the joint. 
> > 
> > > I prefer the Synergies because the available OC version reduces 
> left/right 
> > > spoke tension discrepancy thereby resulting in stronger rear wheels. 
> > > Truthfully, I only ever had a rear wheel fail once in my entire 
> cycling 
> > > lifetime (>30 years), so this may be a technical advantage and not a 
> > > practical one. The Synergies were also a tad easier to build due to 
> the 
> > > reduced turning friction from having eyelets (even if the spoke/nipple 
> and 
> > > nipple/spoke-bed interfaces were oiled). Finally, and this is very 
> > > important for me, tires are significantly easier to mount on the 
> Synergies 
> > > than on the A23s, often not requiring any tire levers at all for the 
> > > Synergies (e.g., for both the GB Cypres and JB Greens, with 
> Veloplugs). 
> > 
> > > On Thursday, August 9, 2012 5:37:58 PM UTC-7, stonehog wrote: 
> > 
> > >> Has anyone had a chance to build a wheel with the Velocity A23 rims 
> vs. a 
> > >> Synergy rim?  I'm planning a front wheel SON wheel, and have been 
> using 
> > >> Synergy rims to this point.  This will be for my Hilsen and will 
> generally 
> > >> be pulling rando/road duty with Cypres or Jack Brown Greens. 
> > 
> > >> Brian 
> > >> Seattle, WA 
>

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Re: [RBW] Re: A23 vs. Synergy

[jeffrey kane]

Valid points, Steve.

I didn't exactly employ variable elimination when I tried the soapy water 
either ... meaning it was also the first time I got the bright idea to over 
inflate, too. Heck, I'm not even sure I could overinflate as much with my 
road pump as I can with the floor pump I keep at home.

The Hetres in question are around 18 months old now and have seen around 
3000 or 4000 miles. There's a 1/2" wide smooth spot in the center of the 
rear that no longer shows ribbed tread (but the front looks pretty newish, 
still). I'm thinking about picking up a new tire and putting it up front 
and rotating the front to rear so I guess that "at home" test might just be 
on the horizon. 

On Friday, August 10, 2012 2:12:48 PM UTC-4, Steve Palincsar wrote:
>
> On Fri, 2012-08-10 at 10:04 -0700, jeffrey kane wrote: 
> > I had a pair of A23/650b wheels built by Anthony at Longleaf in June 
> > this year. The Hetres and A23's are a hard fit ... first time I tried 
> > I really suffered. Then I used a little dish-soapy water along the rim 
> > and bead and overinflated them until I literally heard the bead "pop" 
> > into place. No problems so far, well over a few hundred miles later 
> > (but I'm wondering how this is going to play out along the side of the 
> > road one day). 
>
> You might want to simulate that situation in your house, under 
> controlled conditions before that roadside flat happens.  You might 
> learn that the bead has stretched enough to make remounting easy, or you 
> may learn you need to carry a small vial of soapy water with you. 
> Either way, it's better to not learn it out on the road. 
>
>
>
>

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[RBW] Re: Saluki porn

[jeffrey kane]

54cm/2nd owner
Nitto 8mm tech delux
Gran Bois Maes 1970's 42cm (longest ramp I've ever seen ... maybe too long, 
even)
VO long setback seatpost, now rendered irrelevant because I had to move the 
seat up to accommodate the long reach bars!
Brooks Swift
TRP brake levers
Paul Racer front brake
Dia Compe centerpull rear brake
Sugino Alpina 34/48
Shimano DA/7401 headset ... exactly the same as 600 model, btw.
Shimano DA DT shifters
Shimano DA/7700 front derailer
Shimano DA/7700gs long cage rear derailer
Shimano DA/11-27 cassette
Shimano DA/7850 front + rear hubs (28 hole) w/Velocity a23's (built by 
Anthony @ Longleaf)
Shimano A530 pedals
GB Hetres
50cm Berthoud SS fenders
Mark's rack

On Friday, August 17, 2012 12:06:12 PM UTC-4, jeffrey kane wrote:
>
> Sorry, been having an amazing 18 months on this baby and just had to post 
> this pin-up pic ...

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[RBW] Re: Saluki porn

[jeffrey kane]

I'll post some close ups next week...

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[RBW] Re: Saluki porn

[jeffrey kane]

Yes, the bridge is original and the frame has a nice rear cable hanger welded 
in place as well ... this, I believe is because the first runs of these frames 
predate the silvers or Tektro calipers. I've run both and found a little more 
room for the fenders with the center pulls (particularly in front). Maybe the 
side pull calipers are a little nicer feeling ... but not enough to be bothered 
over.

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[RBW] Re: Saluki porn

[jeffrey kane]

yeesh, that should have read:  and an interesting note about the 
"butterscotch" color *from* *the original owner *... ! 

On Wednesday, August 22, 2012 11:23:26 PM UTC-4, jeffrey kane wrote:
>
> Here's the head badge, it's a that gold(ish) color  no idea if that 
> makes it the "brass" or "pewter" version offered at the time. and an 
> interesting note about the "butterscotch" color for the original owed, 
> Steve Frederick:
>
> *I have the very first butterscotch Saluki--custom colors were available 
> for a modest up charge in the first run of frames.  I wanted something 
> similar to the harvest gold color offered on customs, maybe a bit richer, 
> with a little more brown, and after a few email exchanges, Grant came up 
> with that color for me.  He like it so well he made it the standard color 
> for subsequent runs--not entirely a new shade for Rivendell; it is very 
> nearly the same color as one of my early WoolyWarm jerseys...*
>
>
> On Friday, August 17, 2012 12:06:12 PM UTC-4, jeffrey kane wrote:
>>
>> Sorry, been having an amazing 18 months on this baby and just had to post 
>> this pin-up pic ...
>
>

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[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto, Brooks, Cygolite, Sidi, Shimano et. al. Garage Sale

[jeffrey kane]

Mike, I'll take the (2)  Princeton Tec EOS Lights. Can paypal immediately, 
just let me know: jeffrey.kane(at)mac.com

On Wednesday, August 29, 2012 2:29:37 PM UTC-4, Mike On A Bike wrote:
>
> I've built up an accumulation of quality bike stuff that is no longer 
> useful to me, and it's time to finally have a garage sale with it all. 
> All prices are merely suggestions, and I am happy to take your best 
> offer if the price seems high. All payments via PayPal or personal 
> check, add 2% fee to price for PayPal. Reasonable shipping charge will 
> be added for each sale, at cost. 
>
> Descriptions for all available as follows, with photos available here: 
> http://imgur.com/a/MY6EX#2 
>
> 1) Tioga Surefoot Pedals: ($40) Bought from Rivendell in May of 2009 
> and ridden >200 miles total, as they were too small for me. In good 
> condition, though one of the dust caps has a crack from over 
> tightening, but is still functional. 
>
> 2) [Used] Sidi Mountain Shoes, size 47: ($80) Bought these in 2008 for 
> about $180 as I remember it, and wore them no more than 100 miles. I 
> never got into the SPD setup, and they've been collecting dust for a 
> while now. In very good condition and have Shimano cleats attached. 
>
> 3) [Used] Shimano SPD Sandals, size 45: ($25): Bought these in 2008 
> and used for two short rides. Just washed them so they should be 
> pretty much rid of any barefoot grossness (is it weird to sell used 
> sandals?). They no longer have that brown crud on them, picture is pre- 
> cleaning. SPD cleats attached. 
>
> 4) Two Nitto Racing Cages ($35 for both or $20/ea): Bought in 2010 and 
> used for a year, but stopped using them as they would tend to catch on 
> my pants. The wire got bent a few times as a result, and has been bent 
> back to very close to original shape (see picture). 
>
> + Nitto Wire Guard ($25): Bought 3 months ago and used for a few 
> weeks, in like-new condition. I found I needed a saddlebag support, so 
> I just don't need it anymore. Picture available upon request. 
>
> 5) Nitto Dirt Drop Stem ($35): Bought this in 2009 for my Quickbeam, 
> but I've switched to a different cockpit. It is in good condition, and 
> the corrosion seen in the picture has been mostly removed. 
>
> 6) Nitto Crystal Fellow Seatpost 27.2 X 250 ($50): This came with my 
> Quickbeam in 2009, but I quickly shelved it for a lugged seatpost. It 
> is in very good condition. 
>
> 7) Selle SL Saddle ($30): Bought this as a backup from Performance in 
> 2011 for $80 and have never used it, new condition. 
>
> 8) Velo Orange Repair Stand ($15): Used this a couple times and it 
> works well, but I prefer a proper stand. 
>
> 9) [New] Brooks B.17 Saddle ($70): Bought this as a backup but only 
> ride Berthoud now. New in original packaging. 
>
> 10) 2 Princeton Tec EOS Lights ($20): Two for the price of one since 
> one has a missing spring in the battery compartment, which I'm sure is 
> an easy fix. Does not include any of the mounting brackets, just the 
> lights. 
>
> 11) Shimano Ultegra Touring wheel, built by Rich Lesnik ($100): This 
> wheel was built by Rich and is composed of a 36-hole 2010 Shimano 
> Ultegra Hub (130mm axle), DT Swiss spokes, and a Mavic A719 rim. It 
> was ridden approximately 3,000 miles and is true. As I ran it for a 
> little while on my Hillborne, it can work with 135mm spacing. 
>
> 12) Basic Polar Heart Monitor ($25): Not exactly sure which model, but 
> bought in 2010 for $60 and never used. Includes watch, monitor, strap 
> and bike mount for the watch. 
>
> 13) Cygolite MityCross 350 Headlight ($75): Bought in 2010 and battery 
> replaced in 2011 with low use after that. The light is in very good 
> condition and the battery should last a while. Last I used it, a full 
> charge lasted about 2 hours on high. This is a very bright light and 
> illuminates a whole roadway at night, adequate even on fast downhill 
> descents for me. 
>
> 14) Ritchey WCS 27.2 X 350 Seatpost ($40): Bought as a backup in 2010 
> for $80 and never used/mounted. New condition. 
>
> 15) German Mirror from Riv ($12 + s/h): Bought in 2009 and used for a 
> few weeks, but I wasn't comfortable depending on it. Clamp has been 
> cut down from original, but should be more than enough to fit any 
> tube. Some scratches on glass, as seen in picture. 
>
> 16) Grundens Poncho, large ($75): Bought in 2011 and used less than 10 
> times. While the coverage is excellent, I just get too hot in this and 
> prefer a lighter setup. Has reflective strip mounted on back. Minimal 
> blemishes and very good used condition overall. 
>
> 17) Pair of Schwalbe Marathon GreenGuard Tires 700 X 32 ($40); Bought 
> these from Peter White in 2011 and stopped riding them after about 700 
> miles when the bike they were on died. Lots of tread left, and I think 
> Rivendell [http://goo.gl/AbdS5] says they should have a lifespan of 
> 7-10K. Never had a puncture on them. 
>
> 18) Set of Silver SKS ESGE Fenders w/ River Cit

[RBW] Nitto Noodle (B177) questions

[jeffrey kane]

Has anyone ever noticed a significant difference in the degree of curves on 
the Noodle bar when comparing different widths? I have an older 46cm and a 
brand new 44cm sitting side by side in front of me right now and am rather 
surprised at two points:

First: the backward angle of the tops is considerably less on the 44 than 
the 46
Second: the downward angle of the tops is also less on the 44 than the 46, 
tho not quite as significant as the sweep back difference

Quick back story: I was perfectly happy riding the 46's but just kinda 
thought they seemed (meaning looked) a bit wide on my 54/Saluki. 
Eventually, I switched to a different 42 bar for the last 3 months and 
while it seemed ridiculously narrow after being on the 46's, I didn't find 
it uncomfortable in any negative way ... 42 matches my CF racing bike as 
well so it's not like I wasn't used to the width. And the new 42 (GB Maes 
1970's) has nice long flat ramp, which, I've always liked. Que in GP's "you 
can used to anything" quote here ... anyway, while not uncomfortable on the 
Maes, I couldn't help but think how much I missed the downward drop and 
backward sweep of the old 46/Noodle and so I reasoned: 42 seems skinny, 
lets get a 44/Noodle and ride all the way to heaven ... hence, my questions 
above.

Look, I haven't mounted the 44 yet  and I'm sure I'll be happy on it. 
I'm also sure the manufacturing of these bends is insanely difficult but 
still, the difference, particularly on the sweepback, is visually great 
enough to make me ask if anyone else has noticed this or can comment with 
any insight.

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[RBW] Re: Rivs by city

[jeffrey kane]

In New York City, well, I bought my Bleriot last summer from a list member 
in Bklyn. I ride it every day on my commute, lock it up up everywhere and 
it does occasionally collect a few nods and comments of appreciation ... 
but I can count on one hand the number of Rivs I've seen around town in the 
past 2 1/2 years. 

I live in Manhattan and well, the majority of shops here are concerned with 
what you would expect for a large city with a staggering cost of doing 
business ... that is, lot's of catering to the racer/carbon fiber end of 
the market. There's a huge community of racer and racer wannabe's in the 
greater NYC area. And honestly, it's beautiful. Everything I've ever 
learned about cycling as an adult I've learned here. From commuting on the 
first crappy Chinese mtb's back in the mid 80's to later being adopted by 
Team Bklyn and then Team Gotham ... guys from every imaginable ethnicity 
who graciously tolerated just how badly I sucked at mtb racing, cyclocross 
racing and road racing ... NYC has given me everything I could have ever 
asked for on a bike ... except for the seed of love planted by the feel of 
wind on my face and beauty of leaving my troubles behind as a seven year 
old who finally was able to get up on his two wheeled stingray ... but 
that's another story. 

I've (mostly) left my CF racer days behind and for the last year and a half 
have been killing it on a 650b Saluki up and down the Hudson ... River 
Road, 9W, Piermont, Nyack, Haverstraw by woods trail, Bear Mountian, etc. 
... and while that bike picks up more compliments than a pretty girl in a 
short skirt in midtown, again, I just nearly never see any Rivs on my 
travels ... I know they're out there 'cause I read about 'em here ... but 
invisible, we seem to be ...

On Thursday, September 6, 2012 11:56:30 AM UTC-4, Jim Thill - Hiawatha 
Cyclery wrote:
>
> I see various threads on here about Rivendell's representation in various 
> parts of the country. We seem to have a better than average showing of Riv 
> here in the Twin Cities.
>
> Back in late 2004 or early 2005 when I bought my first Riv, an Atlantis, I 
> thought it was pretty unique. Soon after I started riding it, though, I met 
> lots of Riv riders by pure happenstance. First was a guy who called himself 
> "Single Speed Steve" on a Quickbeam - we flagged each other down on West 
> River Road. Some short time later on the light-rail, I saw a guy with a 
> really beat up Atlantis that had been, apparently, repaired (by Curt 
> Goodrich I later learned) at least once, which was obvious with the 
> rattlecanned repair areas. I freaked the guy out, I think, when I started 
> talking to him about his bike. We later became friends, but I don't think 
> he has the Atlantis anymore. After awhile, seeing different Rivs in the 
> wild lost its novelty, because it became at least a weekly occurrence. Now 
> I walk to a nearby food co-op, and frequently see a green 2TT Hillborne and 
> a QB parked there at the same time, in addition to some other bikes that 
> clearly have Riv-inspired style. A coffee shop I ride past daily has an 
> orange Sam parked outside (I know the bike personally, and it's original 
> owner sometimes appears on this list). Of course, in my day job, I 
> encounter lots of Rivendells. The Twin Cities, despite having snow and ice 
> on the ground 11.5 months/year, is quite a bicycle haven, and for whatever 
> reason, Riv has a strong showing among the more common bicycle brands.
>

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[RBW] Re: Kid's bike

[jeffrey kane]

My son has been on a Fuji Ace 20 for almost a year now, he got it on his 
sixth b-day. I found it online from a shop in FL. and it wasn't more than 
$260.00 total, shipped. It's been great for him, he's learned to shift 
(seven speed grip shift type on flat bars) and easily mastered hand brakes. 
He was a little weirded out by the 20 x 1" tires but soon forgot all about 
it after winning a race on father's day in Harlem ... kids, boys anyway, I 
think, like to go fast! The thing pulls in compliments like a magnet also, 
which, tends to build confidence in little guys. He's going to outgrow it 
quick though. They make a 24" wheel version with drop bars and a 650c too. 
I think Fuji makes a lot of them, which is why you can find them cheaply if 
you noodle around on-line. Certainly less that the 24" Felt or the Redline 
24.

http://2010.fujibikes.com/Kids/Road/Ace20.aspx

Here's an Ace 24 on Ebay

http://www.ebay.com/itm/FUJI-ROAD-BIKE-ACE-24-KIDS-ROAD-BIKE-/221120875480?pt=Road_Bikes&hash=item337bd4cbd8#ht_1223wt_1083


On Saturday, September 8, 2012 10:45:58 AM UTC-4, Daniel McClain wrote:
>
> Hey all. My son's 20" 5 speed was stolen this week. He and I had 
> labored over it this summer, along with the handmade handlebar bag I 
> fabricated for it. Pretty sad. 
>
> Anyway before I jump into another build project I thought I'd see if 
> any of you have had any luck with solid kids bikes out there. 
> Recommendations are most appreciated. 
>
> Dan 
>

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[RBW] Re: Society Finally Catching up to Grant

[jeffrey kane]

My wife makes me wear mine ...

On Sunday, September 30, 2012 7:33:18 PM UTC-4, Peter M wrote:
>
>
> http://www.nytimes.com/2012/09/30/sunday-review/to-encourage-biking-cities-forget-about-helmets.html?pagewanted=all
>  
>

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[RBW] Re: Fall northwoods excursion

[jeffrey kane]

Nice post/pics ... fall color is still a ways off here in NYC ... just 
gorgeous. Jealous is the word that come to mind next.

On Monday, October 1, 2012 3:45:40 PM UTC-4, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery 
wrote:
>
> No Rivs on the ride, as it happened, but I think the conditions were more 
> than a little Riv-friendly. Pics for now, words when I get around to it.
> http://hiawathacyclery.blogspot.com/2012/10/fall-northwoods-trip.html
>

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[RBW] Re: FS: Lots of stuff,lots. Bleriot frameset, All Riv related.

[jeffrey kane]

Hobie, I'll take the (9) tubes. can paypal immediately ... just let me know



On Friday, October 19, 2012 6:36:15 PM UTC-4, hobie wrote:
>
> This is a big list. All prices include shipping and paypal fees.
>  
> 1- Bleriot 55cm frameset, Tange headset. 650b Was ridden very little. 
> $500.00
>  
> 2- Nitto Soba Bar 46cm 26.0 clamp,same as Noodle bars w/o sleeve,lighter 
> version. Some shellac residue. $45.00
>  
> 3- MKS touring pedals 1-pair all silver very good condition $25, 1-pair 
> black cages good condition. $20.00
>  
> 4-Tektro R556 xtra long reach brakes,pads and holder are similar to 
> Yokozuma,they are chrome w. wings. I guess for the third hand to hold them. 
> Nice condition. $35.00
>  
> 5-Phil Wood Bottom Bracket 113 JIS w. english threaded mounting rings, 
> smooth bearings $85.00
>  
> 6-Phil Wood Bottom Bracket 111 JIS w. english threaded mounting rings, 
> alittle rough spinning by hand will spin fine in shell.$70.00
>  
> 7-Nitto Tallux deluxe stem 90cm excellent condition $55.00
>  
> 8- Silver bar end shifters Dia compe very god condition shellac on ends. 
> $45
>  
> 9- Nitto wire guard $23
>  
> 10-Vintage Schwinn (Park Tool Co.) front and rear bag supports,similar to 
> the Silver Hupe. Black coating is intact on both to protect frame and bars, 
> both go on w/o tools in a few seconds. Great wat to support bags,comes w. 
> original cardstock instructions for both. EZ ON EZ OFF Both for $80.00
>  
> 11-Shimano Ultegra headset 1" 26.4 crown race good condition $40.00
>  
> 12-SKS Fenders silver P50 nice overall condition. $35
>  
> 13- Brooks B17s Imperial ladies w cutout and side tied laces. Chrome rails 
> w. bag loops and wrench. Excellent condition. $95
>  
> 14-Rivendell Brand V Bar bag 1st run made upstate NY very nice condition. 
> $38.00
>  
> 15- Rivendell Brand V seat bag 1st run made upstae NY a little dirty 
> should clean up nice. $30
>  
> 16- Carradice Super C Barley black w. black buckles 3 white leather 
> straps Like new $80.00
>  
> 17- Carradice Super C Barley black w. black buckles 3 white leather 
> strips. Has 2 small holes drilled into dowell still very good 
> used condition.$65
>  
> 18- Carradice Super C XL Saddle pack w. minora handlebar clamp.This bag 
> sucked as a saddle bag so I cut the straps off and punched  2 holes into 
> the rear to except a Minoura bar clamp. Works great!! Good hack!!! $25.00 
> w. clamp
>  
> 19-Vintage Shimano 600 front derailer clamp 28.6 nice condition $23.00
>  
> 20-  Grand Boise Hetres 650bx42 black, tan sides alittle dirty Used but 
> alot of life left pair $75.00 they roll faster as they wear. Check to see 
> what JP weigle does to this tires. He sands them down new. These are great 
> tires. The best 650b tires going.
>  
> 21- Soma B-line tires 650bx38 tan sidewalls hardly used alittle dirty 
> though rode for 5-7 miles and it started to rain. Like new though. $60.00
>  
> 22-Shimano 105 BL-1051 Aero brake levers vintage black hoods $22
>  
> 23- Brass bell universal spring bell w clamp $12
>  
> 24- 4 brake cable hangers  2 vinatge Shimano 1" front hangers w. barrel 
> adjusters,2- Surly rear long cable hangers w. adjusters. $20
>  
> 25-Sugino AP110 vintage triple crankset. Currently set up as a double 
> 48/34 and comes w. additional original Sugino 38/28 rings,chainring bolts 
> and spacers. All rings Sugino alloy. This crank worked well w. a Phil 113 
> BB. $65.00
>  
> 26- 9- 650b inner tubes 4 Schwalbe 5 Kendas bought from Riv and Longleaf 
> cycles $28
>  
> 27- 5 inner tubes 26x1.9x2.125 $20  
>  
> Thanks for looking and have a good one
>   
>

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[RBW] Re: FS: Lots of stuff,lots. Bleriot frameset, All Riv related.

[jeffrey kane]

How much use on the Hetres? Are there still a good deal of ribs on the 
rear? If so, I'll take those, just lemme know.

On Friday, October 19, 2012 6:36:15 PM UTC-4, hobie wrote:
>
> This is a big list. All prices include shipping and paypal fees.
>  
> 1- Bleriot 55cm frameset, Tange headset. 650b Was ridden very little. 
> $500.00
>  
> 2- Nitto Soba Bar 46cm 26.0 clamp,same as Noodle bars w/o sleeve,lighter 
> version. Some shellac residue. $45.00
>  
> 3- MKS touring pedals 1-pair all silver very good condition $25, 1-pair 
> black cages good condition. $20.00
>  
> 4-Tektro R556 xtra long reach brakes,pads and holder are similar to 
> Yokozuma,they are chrome w. wings. I guess for the third hand to hold them. 
> Nice condition. $35.00
>  
> 5-Phil Wood Bottom Bracket 113 JIS w. english threaded mounting rings, 
> smooth bearings $85.00
>  
> 6-Phil Wood Bottom Bracket 111 JIS w. english threaded mounting rings, 
> alittle rough spinning by hand will spin fine in shell.$70.00
>  
> 7-Nitto Tallux deluxe stem 90cm excellent condition $55.00
>  
> 8- Silver bar end shifters Dia compe very god condition shellac on ends. 
> $45
>  
> 9- Nitto wire guard $23
>  
> 10-Vintage Schwinn (Park Tool Co.) front and rear bag supports,similar to 
> the Silver Hupe. Black coating is intact on both to protect frame and bars, 
> both go on w/o tools in a few seconds. Great wat to support bags,comes w. 
> original cardstock instructions for both. EZ ON EZ OFF Both for $80.00
>  
> 11-Shimano Ultegra headset 1" 26.4 crown race good condition $40.00
>  
> 12-SKS Fenders silver P50 nice overall condition. $35
>  
> 13- Brooks B17s Imperial ladies w cutout and side tied laces. Chrome rails 
> w. bag loops and wrench. Excellent condition. $95
>  
> 14-Rivendell Brand V Bar bag 1st run made upstate NY very nice condition. 
> $38.00
>  
> 15- Rivendell Brand V seat bag 1st run made upstae NY a little dirty 
> should clean up nice. $30
>  
> 16- Carradice Super C Barley black w. black buckles 3 white leather 
> straps Like new $80.00
>  
> 17- Carradice Super C Barley black w. black buckles 3 white leather 
> strips. Has 2 small holes drilled into dowell still very good 
> used condition.$65
>  
> 18- Carradice Super C XL Saddle pack w. minora handlebar clamp.This bag 
> sucked as a saddle bag so I cut the straps off and punched  2 holes into 
> the rear to except a Minoura bar clamp. Works great!! Good hack!!! $25.00 
> w. clamp
>  
> 19-Vintage Shimano 600 front derailer clamp 28.6 nice condition $23.00
>  
> 20-  Grand Boise Hetres 650bx42 black, tan sides alittle dirty Used but 
> alot of life left pair $75.00 they roll faster as they wear. Check to see 
> what JP weigle does to this tires. He sands them down new. These are great 
> tires. The best 650b tires going.
>  
> 21- Soma B-line tires 650bx38 tan sidewalls hardly used alittle dirty 
> though rode for 5-7 miles and it started to rain. Like new though. $60.00
>  
> 22-Shimano 105 BL-1051 Aero brake levers vintage black hoods $22
>  
> 23- Brass bell universal spring bell w clamp $12
>  
> 24- 4 brake cable hangers  2 vinatge Shimano 1" front hangers w. barrel 
> adjusters,2- Surly rear long cable hangers w. adjusters. $20
>  
> 25-Sugino AP110 vintage triple crankset. Currently set up as a double 
> 48/34 and comes w. additional original Sugino 38/28 rings,chainring bolts 
> and spacers. All rings Sugino alloy. This crank worked well w. a Phil 113 
> BB. $65.00
>  
> 26- 9- 650b inner tubes 4 Schwalbe 5 Kendas bought from Riv and Longleaf 
> cycles $28
>  
> 27- 5 inner tubes 26x1.9x2.125 $20  
>  
> Thanks for looking and have a good one
>   
>

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Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Lots of stuff,lots. Bleriot frameset, All Riv related.

[jeffrey kane]

how's this working Hobie? I messaged you like, 14 minutes after you posted 
on the tubes  how else are you being reached?

On Saturday, October 20, 2012 9:24:11 AM UTC-4, hobie wrote:
>
> They sold already
>
>    *From:* jeffrey kane >
> *To:* rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com  
> *Sent:* Saturday, October 20, 2012 9:21 AM
> *Subject:* [RBW] Re: FS: Lots of stuff,lots. Bleriot frameset, All Riv 
> related.
>  
> How much use on the Hetres? Are there still a good deal of ribs on the 
> rear? If so, I'll take those, just lemme know.
>
> On Friday, October 19, 2012 6:36:15 PM UTC-4, hobie wrote:
>
> This is a big list. All prices include shipping and paypal fees.
>  
> 1- Bleriot 55cm frameset, Tange headset. 650b Was ridden very little. 
> $500.00
>  
> 2- Nitto Soba Bar 46cm 26.0 clamp,same as Noodle bars w/o sleeve,lighter 
> version. Some shellac residue. $45.00
>  
> 3- MKS touring pedals 1-pair all silver very good condition $25, 1-pair 
> black cages good condition. $20.00
>  
> 4-Tektro R556 xtra long reach brakes,pads and holder are similar to 
> Yokozuma,they are chrome w. wings. I guess for the third hand to hold them. 
> Nice condition. $35.00
>  
> 5-Phil Wood Bottom Bracket 113 JIS w. english threaded mounting rings, 
> smooth bearings $85.00
>  
> 6-Phil Wood Bottom Bracket 111 JIS w. english threaded mounting rings, 
> alittle rough spinning by hand will spin fine in shell.$70.00
>  
> 7-Nitto Tallux deluxe stem 90cm excellent condition $55.00
>  
> 8- Silver bar end shifters Dia compe very god condition shellac on ends. 
> $45
>  
> 9- Nitto wire guard $23
>  
> 10-Vintage Schwinn (Park Tool Co.) front and rear bag supports,similar to 
> the Silver Hupe. Black coating is intact on both to protect frame and bars, 
> both go on w/o tools in a few seconds. Great wat to support bags,comes w. 
> original cardstock instructions for both. EZ ON EZ OFF Both for $80.00
>  
> 11-Shimano Ultegra headset 1" 26.4 crown race good condition $40.00
>  
> 12-SKS Fenders silver P50 nice overall condition. $35
>  
> 13- Brooks B17s Imperial ladies w cutout and side tied laces. Chrome rails 
> w. bag loops and wrench. Excellent condition. $95
>  
> 14-Rivendell Brand V Bar bag 1st run made upstate NY very nice condition. 
> $38.00
>  
> 15- Rivendell Brand V seat bag 1st run made upstae NY a little dirty 
> should clean up nice. $30
>  
> 16- Carradice Super C Barley black w. black buckles 3 white leather 
> straps Like new $80.00
>  
> 17- Carradice Super C Barley black w. black buckles 3 white leather 
> strips. Has 2 small holes drilled into dowell still very good 
> used condition.$65
>  
> 18- Carradice Super C XL Saddle pack w. minora handlebar clamp.This bag 
> sucked as a saddle bag so I cut the straps off and punched  2 holes into 
> the rear to except a Minoura bar clamp. Works great!! Good hack!!! $25.00 
> w. clamp
>  
> 19-Vintage Shimano 600 front derailer clamp 28.6 nice condition $23.00
>  
> 20-  Grand Boise Hetres 650bx42 black, tan sides alittle dirty Used but 
> alot of life left pair $75.00 they roll faster as they wear. Check to see 
> what JP weigle does to this tires. He sands them down new. These are great 
> tires. The best 650b tires going.
>  
> 21- Soma B-line tires 650bx38 tan sidewalls hardly used alittle dirty 
> though rode for 5-7 miles and it started to rain. Like new though. $60.00
>  
> 22-Shimano 105 BL-1051 Aero brake levers vintage black hoods $22
>  
> 23- Brass bell universal spring bell w clamp $12
>  
> 24- 4 brake cable hangers  2 vinatge Shimano 1" front hangers w. barrel 
> adjusters,2- Surly rear long cable hangers w. adjusters. $20
>  
> 25-Sugino AP110 vintage triple crankset. Currently set up as a double 
> 48/34 and comes w. additional original Sugino 38/28 rings,chainring bolts 
> and spacers. All rings Sugino alloy. This crank worked well w. a Phil 113 
> BB. $65.00
>  
> 26- 9- 650b inner tubes 4 Schwalbe 5 Kendas bought from Riv and Longleaf 
> cycles $28
>  
> 27- 5 inner tubes 26x1.9x2.125 $20  
>  
> Thanks for looking and have a good one
>   
>
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[RBW] 57 Bleriot on ebay

[jeffrey kane]

not mine but I remember someone here pining after one ... can't seem
to access the old post, however:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/200650842851?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649#ht_500wt_1127

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[RBW] Re: PBP 2011 Ride Photos - a set on Flickr

[jeffrey kane]

Great set of pics, thanks so much .. dork question, but if you
wouldn't mind: What saddle are you slogging all those miles on?

On Sep 11, 3:56 pm, Taylor  wrote:
> Pace is a big consideration as well, these pictures show the controls
> much more crowded then I saw them on my 90 hour start, riding a 75
> hour pace. Espcially Villanes, there were maybe seven to ten riders in
> the cafeteria when I was on my return trip. This year most of the 84
> hour hour riders were dumped on by the rain storm, where I saw no rain
> at all.
>
> I rode it on my Riv, and it was a GREAT time. I can hardly wait four
> more years for next time!
>
> My pictures are online 
> at:http://www.flickr.com/photos/rudetay/sets/72157627496776025/
>
> On Aug 31, 5:14 pm, Bill Pustow  wrote:
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> > Yes, the controls look a lot sparser than my (orange Hilsen) 90 hour start. 
> > That might be the way to go next time. Any thoughts, Eric or others?
> > Bill, Louisville, Ky
> > Sent from my iPhone
>
> > On Aug 31, 2011, at 1:51 PM, Jeff  wrote:
>
> > > Eric, great pics!  I did the 90 hour start on my almost a year old
> > > baby blue Rivendell custom with Berthoud bags.  I saw several Atlantis
> > > at the bike check and encountered a Hilsen, saw many Boulder Bicycles,
> > > but didn't see any other customs.  I did see a couple of French gents
> > > on Alex Singers (an older fellow on a black one and another guy on a
> > > blue one.)  I struggled to communicate with each of them.  The older
> > > guy managed to come out with a joking,"You-- and your Rivendell!"
>
> > > The controls look sparsely populated compared to my experience.  The
> > > rain that hit us between St. Nic and Carhaix caused me to give up on
> > > my sleeping plans.  I actually didn't get any sleep until Quedellac on
> > > the way back in (about mile 530!)
>
> > > I look forward to seeing your video.
>
> > > Jeff
>
> > > On Aug 30, 9:21 am, Eric Norris  wrote:
> > >> My photos from Paris-Brest-Paris, which I completed on a lugged steel, 
> > >> friction-shifting, leather-saddled road bike:
>
> > >>http://www.flickr.com/photos/35176895@N03/sets/72157627550599380/
>
> > >> Watch for my complete video of the adventure, coming soon!
>
> > >> --Eric
> > >> campyonly...@me.comwww.campyonly.comwww.wheelsnorth.org
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[RBW] Re: FS: 54.5cm Rivendell Atlantis Frameset

[jeffrey kane]

A beauty, no doubt. What are those bars, by the way?

On Oct 17, 9:38 am, Jon Flaxman  wrote:
> Trying to make some liquid funds, so here's my one-owner Atlantis. One
> of the original ones, it was built by Toyo with the fancier-than-now
> lugs. Built for super strong 26" wheels and braze-ons galore.
>
> It's lived a life at our other place and has always been relegated to
> weekend rides. No off-roading and, sadly, no loaded touring. Overall,
> it's in very nice condition, but some chain suck scars and a tiny ding
> in the top tube. There are some scuffs and scratches from storage. It
> should polish up very nicely. No rust.
>
> Ordered from and built by the now defunct Kenwood Cyclery, it's been
> FrameSavered since new.
>
> New framesets are $2000. I'm thinking $1450 OBRO shipped CONUS for
> frame, fork, and Tange headset. I have TONS of references should you
> require them.
>
> http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e332/bigflax925/Bikes/Rivendell%20A...http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e332/bigflax925/Bikes/Rivendell%20A...http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e332/bigflax925/Bikes/Rivendell%20A...http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e332/bigflax925/Bikes/Rivendell%20A...http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e332/bigflax925/Bikes/Rivendell%20A...http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e332/bigflax925/Bikes/Rivendell%20A...http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e332/bigflax925/Bikes/Rivendell%20A...http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e332/bigflax925/Bikes/Rivendell%20A...

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[RBW] Re: Fancy Hub Conundrum: Chris King vs. White Industries vs. Hope

[jeffrey kane]

Steve, I think it's high time you posted some pics of that custom with
a little review!!!



On Nov 3, 3:25 pm, Steven Frederick  wrote:
> I have a WI freehub on my 650b custom--it's fantastic.  A very Campy
> like buzz-not so loud as some I've heard but not as quiet as Shimano.
> Recommended.
>
> Haven't had it long enough to speak to reliability or service but they
> are well reviewed and it seems to turn forever when you give it a
> little spin.
>
> Steve
>
> On Thu, Nov 3, 2011 at 3:10 PM, cyclotour...@gmail.com
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>  wrote:
> > I'm considering a fancy new wheelset and am looking at hubs.  All
> > three listed above have great reputations, and are well regarded.
> > From what I've read, Hopes are the loudest, followed by King and then
> > White.  Does anyone have first hand knowledge with that?  I'm leaning
> > toward White as they look the best to me and are made in CA which
> > would be a tie-breaker if necessary.  Any thoughts on the noise or
> > anything else (seals, maintenance, resale)?
>
> >http://chrisking.com/hubs
>
> >http://www.whiteind.com/rearhubs/cassettehubs.html
>
> >http://www.hopetech.com/page.aspx?itemID=SPG29
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[RBW] Re: New custom Saluki substitute

[jeffrey kane]

Well look at that! Beautiful color, beautiful fork crown and well, V
Brakes no less!!! (man, I really miss my old XT's ...).

So please tell then: What are the tube set specs?

On Nov 4, 8:48 am, Steven Frederick  wrote:
> In the fancy hub thread, Jeffrey Kane kindly suggested:
>
> On Thu, Nov 3, 2011 at 4:36 PM, jeffrey kane  wrote:
> > Steve, I think it's high time you posted some pics of that custom with
> > a little review!!!
>
> Heh, yeah-it's not a Riv so I've resisted.  It turned out well--fits
> me well and rides nicely.  Some of the little details aren't quite as
> sorted as I'd hoped--the builder didn't have much experience producing
> Rivish frames, and was in the middle of a move when we did business,
> so things got confused.  But overall, I'm pretty satisfied with it.
>
> It's steeper angled (seat-tube mainly--front geometry is based on my
> 650b Quickbeam) and sportier than the Saluki, fits Hetres with fenders
> easily, and, being built of a lighter tubeset, suits my weight and
> riding style a bit better.
>
> Pics in my photostream:
>
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/40738390@N08/6138143271/in/photostream

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[RBW] Re: Every Day Carry - Here's Mine, What's Yours?

[jeffrey kane]

What's with everybody packing knives? ... I mean, yeesh, it's making
me feel paranoid!


On Jan 25, 12:18 pm, Amit Singh  wrote:
> I'm reposting this with hopes of greater response because it's a cool
> and interesting topic.
>
> This subject of 'every day carry' is one of which I've been slightly
> obsessed.
>
> Here is a link to an image of my EDC, and a list:
>
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/amisingh/6760998841/
>
> - Bandana (serves as handkerchief)
> - Opinel No. 6 knife
> - Lip Ivo
> - iPhone 4 carried in Col. Littleton No. 50 Phone Wallet
> - Keys carried on ML Brown Braided Keychain
> - Shure E4 Earbuds
> - Lamy Fountain Pen
> - Moleskin Notebook (set up as GSD)
> - Swatch GB743
> - Canon S100 Camera
> - Surefire G2x Tactical Flashlight
>
> I like how all this stuff is compact so it fits well inside of a small
> trunk sack.  When I'm not on the bike it's generally carried in a
> pocket on my briefcase, and when that doesn't happen I can carry it
> all on my person in various pockets, although I'm tempted to start
> carrying a man-bag or a "m-urse".
>
> This is a 'heavy load', but it's everything which I need to flip
> between work and adventure.  Works for me.
>
> I'd be interested in seeing your EDC's.
>
> http://everyday-carry.com/is a neat website that shows lots of
> carries.  There are a few others which are similar.

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[RBW] Re: Traveling to NYC from Feb. 4 to Feb. 12

[jeffrey kane]

Anytime Amit ... just lemme know.

On Jan 30, 7:25 pm, Amit Singh  wrote:
> Hopefully with the well-loved Atlantis I just "inherited" and am
> building up now (thanks Clif)!
>
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/amisingh/6792554183/
>
> Anyone want to go for a ride? :)
>
> Best,
>
> Amit

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[RBW] Re: East Coast Rivendells / BOBs

[jeffrey kane]

Hey Joe,

I live on the UWS and frequent River Road to Piermont to Nyack to
Rockland, etc ... this past year, 95% of which on a Saluki. You're
right about the curb appeal of the Riv's in NYC, mine regularly gets
more compliments than a pretty dame in a short skirt. It's been a
great winter for riding and I expect to be out regularly in March.
Drop me an e-mail if you're looking to spin north.

On Feb 13, 11:20 pm, Joe K  wrote:
> So many of the posts here cite Riv gatherings and sightings on the
> West Coast.  I wonder if they are just more common there.  I live in
> NYC but have strong connections to the Bay Area (and I favor Grant's
> bike philosophy) so I own a Riv custom.  I get strong reactions here.
> People literally stop me on Manhattan streets and say, "Wow, that's a
> beautiful bike!" or "I've heard about Rivendells but have never seen
> one."  I'm the odd man out in the local club, but I think the
> Rivendell aesthetic has just not penetrated much here; nor has the
> notion of bicycles as other than mere fitness machines.  It's probably
> my skewed perspective, but it seems that way at times.
>
> This local club is a bunch of hammerheads and equipment geeks, mostly
> very fast riders, yet they are bemoaning the fact that the club is not
> growing, that there are no "C" level riders.  For the first time in
> years, I am considering volunteering as a ride leader.  Not to serve
> as a conduit to bring entry-level riders into the A or B classes, but
> to validate the concept of casual riding as an end in itself.  But I
> wonder if I'll have to stipulate that I'm not doing this to replenish
> the ranks of A and B riders.  They would really have to alter their
> perspective to accept that.
>
> Well, I'm getting off-topic.  Who's riding Rivendell-style bikes here
> in the East?  I do know of the BOB-ish off-roady ride up the Hudson,
> but that sounds too off-roady for me.  (I like pavement.)

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[RBW] Re: Tokyo Cycle Show ( Picture Set )

[jeffrey kane]

Awesome post ... many thanks!

On Tuesday, November 6, 2012 12:55:05 AM UTC-5, Tokyo Crank wrote:
>
> Hello
>
> Not directly Rivendell related but I hope some might find it of some 
> interest. I attended Tokyo Cyclemode on Sunday, the largest annual cycle 
> show open to the public in Japan. It was 50km or so from home, so I cycled 
> over and took some snaps of the things that interested me. On entering, I 
> spent about 30 seconds in the carbon-racy-electric-gruppo-lycra-powermeter 
> area, which was admittedly large and busy, and then moved on to an area 
> where I felt much more at home.
>
> Too many pictures to post directly, but you can see the full set here : 
> http://flic.kr/s/aHsjCHtu9t
>
> I hope the link works. I did have a small Rivendell surprise while touring 
> the show. You will see it in the picture set.
>
> Paul
>
>

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[RBW] Re: Need a new floor pump

[Jeffrey Newton]

I have an SKS Rennkompressor.  It's fantastic beyond description in every 
way imaginable, will last forever, each and every part is replaceable, and 
the base folds up so it's portable.  It's made of cast iron, steel, wood 
(handle) and top-quality German workmanship and ingenuity.  There's a ton 
of rave reviews on the 'net and they are spot on.  And it's only $50!  I 
did a ton of research last year and this one was light years above 
everything else.  Buy one!

On Friday, November 30, 2012 10:15:36 AM UTC-5, Joan wrote:
>
>  I have messed up the head on my floor pump - and I need to buy a new one 
> so I'm looking for recommendations from the list wisdom.  Online reviews 
> have just confused me, though the Nashbar Orange pump gets high marks. 
>  However, since I expect to keep and use a pump for many years, I don't 
> feel compelled to shop by price.
>
>  Additional info: the current pump is a Specialized-branded pump purchased 
> years ago from a LBS.  i used it - as I've done before - to pump the tires 
> on my car, and I think I pulled the head off incorrectly so that now it 
> won't grab the presta valve on any of my bike tubes.   I'm sure Specialized 
> did not make the pump but have no idea who the actual manufacturer is, so 
> cannot contact any company for a replacement head.  It's been an excellent 
> pump with an accurate gauge.
>
> Riv content:  of course, I'll pump the tires on the Bleriot with the new 
> one!
> At the moment, I'm using my Topeak Morph with gauge to top off all tires.
>
> Many thanks,
> Joan
>
>

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[RBW] Re: Metal fender coinflip: Stainless or Aluminum?

[jeffrey kane]

Nothing against Peter White (and I mean *Nothing)* ... but if you're 
looking to shop around, you'll not find a nicer guy to ask questions of 
and/or get advice from than Mike Kone at Boulder Bicycles... and he sells 
everything you're considering.

On Tuesday, December 11, 2012 6:43:30 PM UTC-5, William wrote:
>
> Thanks very much.  I'm convinced.  Now, based on budget I'll decide 
> whether to go Velo Orange Stainless (at $55) or Peter White Berthoud 
> Stainless(at $73, assuming the website is up to date).  
>
> On Tuesday, December 11, 2012 12:38:37 PM UTC-8, Steve Park wrote:
>>
>> Pro and Cons for for the ss Berthoud and aluminum Honjos:
>>
>> Berthoud stainless:
>> Pro:
>> durable
>> handsome
>> nice hardware
>> Con: 
>> could be longer for better coverage
>> extra grams
>> any texture you want as long as it's smooth and round.
>> limited size (wheel/tire) offerings
>>
>> Honjo aluminum:
>> Pro:
>> handsome
>> fewer grams
>> comes in longer lengths for better coverage
>> comes in many textures (hammered, fluted, smooth, etc).
>> comes in many sizes
>> Con:
>> not as durable as stainless
>> hardware is more fiddly than Berthoud hardware
>>
>>
>> On Tuesday, December 11, 2012 3:20:25 PM UTC-5, William wrote:
>>>
>>> I'm in the market for some metal fenders.  If you could get a particular 
>>> model of fender for the same price with the same hardware in Stainless 
>>> Steel or Aluminum, which would you want?  Is it Stainless for durability 
>>> and Aluminum for light weight?
>>
>>

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