Re: [RBW] WTB/WTT – Huret Jubilee Long Cage Rear Derailleur

2023-02-12 Thread Ken Mattina
Well since this is just a fun exercise, how about H plus Son rims? Either
the archetype or TB14.

On Sun, Feb 12, 2023 at 1:49 PM Luke Hendrickson 
wrote:

> Eric – French rando with or without fenders and perhaps 42mm tires or so.
> Downtube shifters with a Berthoud saddle or Brooks (I have an extra B17
> after all). No dynamo but leaning towards Atlas or Pacenti rims with
> polished or frosted hubs (no need for anything horribly expensive here).
> Leather wrapped drops with Gran Compe brake levers however I’m unsure about
> the gearing, crankset, pedals, or front derailleur. I’m leaning towards a
> matching Huret but TBD.
>
> And this was meant to be a budget build for traveling purposes only, too.
> 臘‍♂️
>
> Patrick – ha! You’ve helped muddy the waters some with a wonderful
> assortment of components. This group is the best/worst lol. Those Duprats
> are STUNNING.
>
> On Sunday, February 12, 2023 at 3:20:40 PM UTC-6 Patrick Moore wrote:
>
>> On Sun, Feb 12, 2023 at 10:51 AM RichS  wrote:
>>
>>> Hey Luke, I like your idea but if you locate one of those gorgeous
>>> Jubilees you will have to compliment it with other jewel like components
>>> and a worthy frame.
>>>
>>> On Saturday, February 11, 2023 at 7:07:42 PM UTC-5 rmro...@gmail.com
>>> wrote:
>>>
 Hands down the most beautiful, jewelry like rear derailleur ever made,
 IMHO.

>>>
>> Picking up again on this thread: I do think that the Jubilee RD is an
>> aesthetic jewel (and I read that it actually shifts pretty well). But let's
>> take this idea further. What *other *components would all y'all choose
>> to best complement a jewel-like Jubilee RD? Hubs, rims, cranks, pedals,
>> brakes, levers, seatposts, stems, bars, saddles, racks, cages, luggage,
>> bells, lights?
>>
>> Stab #1. I tentatively suggest these for pretty as well as superlative
>> performance.
>> Hubs: Phil. Accept no substitute. Amen. For dynamos, SON. Or perhaps a
>> NOS Sturmey Archer Dynohub, all 4 lb of it. Oh, and a rechromed, 2022 1937
>> SA TC hub looks PDG too.
>> Rims: ? (I confess I choose by the best ratio of weight and strength,
>> very informally determined, so I can't say which are prettiest.)
>> Cranks: Dura Ace 7410 followed closely by the DA GA 200 / 300. But
>> really, though, the prettiest cranksets of all time bar none are some of
>> the best cottered steel cranks: ethereally slender, with a shine only
>> chrome can give. The lightest were lighther than some aluminum "cotterless"
>> cranks.
>> Brakes: I use Paul's for practical reasons and the polished silvers are
>> nice but I can't say that they're the prettiest.
>> Pedals: ?? I use XTRs and XTs and Dura Ace SPDs and M540s but these are
>> not exactly pretty.
>> Levers: ? I like the Dura Ace BL 7401.
>> Seatpost: DA 7410.
>> Bar: Rene Herse polished Nitto.
>> Saddle: ?
>> Cages: The Nitto one is prettiest but I gave up after 2 broke on me and
>> sought solace in the uglier but still presentable and far, far stronger
>> (and much cheaper) King Iris.
>> Racks: I don't use them, but I'd have to say Nitto for looks. I use
>> customs or Tubus for practical.
>> Luggage: Rivendell post-Cartwright, but no g-damned tweed.
>> Bells: ? Spurcycle? I use these, but they're not shiny.
>> Lights: Edeluxe.
>>
>> Bad photo but best I could find of Duprat hollow-arm steel cottered crank:
>>
>> [image: image.png]
>>
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Re: [RBW] Knee Replacement

2022-11-19 Thread Ken Mattina
As someone with osteoarthritis in both knees, I feel your pain.

No knee replacements yet. So far, a change in diet and rehab has delayed it.

Good luck. I hope you feel better soon.

On Sat, Nov 19, 2022 at 6:04 AM Richard Borneman  wrote:

> Anyone here had a knee replaced? How long till you could ride again?
> My right knee is killing me. I've put it off as long as I could. It's
> almost time.
> Richard
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Re: [RBW] Favorite 26" tires

2022-02-02 Thread Ken Mattina
I really like the Continental Contact Speed. They're a little hard to find
but available on ebay and amazon.

On Wed, Feb 2, 2022 at 5:19 PM Lynn Haas  wrote:

> I moved to Iowa this year, and am experiencing my first Iowa winter. I
> never expected to spend this much time on a trainer. I even signed up for
> Zwift. Why is there a bike path inside a volcano?
>
> Anyway, my Panaracer Paselas have a weird spot where the casing joins that
> goes thunk-thunk-thunk on the rollers. It's driving me nuts. I don't want
> to put a trainer tire on the bike. I want to believe that I'm going to go
> ride outside again sometime before the end of time.
>
> What are the favored 26 inch road-ish tire favorites these days? I have
> had and disliked Schwalbes. My last set of Marathon Supremes picked up an
> ungodly array of laceration-inducing, afternoon-ruining, sharp objects. I
> was quite pleased with the Panaracers until I started riding inside. My
> downstairs neighbors are probably unhappy with the thunk-thunk-thunk, too.
> It definitely scares the cat. I'm on an MUSA Atlantis and could go up to
> about 40mm with my fender setup. Ideas?
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Re: [RBW] Re: anybody tried WTB Riddlers?

2019-08-25 Thread Ken Mattina
I have the 700c x 45 Riddlers on my Bianchi Project 5 and I think that
they're wonderful.

On Tue, Aug 20, 2019 at 12:26 PM Neil Doran  wrote:

> Thanks, sounds promising! Think I may give them a go.
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Re: [RBW] Where to buy RBW Summer Gloves now that they are gone?

2016-06-07 Thread Ken Mattina
Trust?  I would probably say that the sizing guidelines worked for me.

Ken


On Tue, Jun 7, 2016 at 9:09 AM, John Phillips <jphillip...@icloud.com>
wrote:

> Ken, So you can trust the sizing guidelines on the Veeka website?
>
> John
>
> On Monday, June 6, 2016 at 11:07:08 AM UTC-7, Ken Mattina wrote:
>>
>> My hands are regular and the medium gloves fit me fine.
>>
>> On Mon, Jun 6, 2016 at 9:19 AM, John Phillips <jphil...@icloud.com>
>> wrote:
>>
>>> Ken,   Do those Veeka gloves fit true to size, or do you recommend
>>> buying up or down a size or two?
>>>
>>> Thanks,
>>>
>>> John
>>>
>>> On Sunday, June 5, 2016 at 9:28:05 PM UTC-7, Ken Mattina wrote:
>>>>
>>>> http://veeka.cc/usa/product-category/gloves/
>>>>
>>>> On Sun, Jun 5, 2016 at 9:54 AM, 'Tim' via RBW Owners Bunch <
>>>> rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com> wrote:
>>>>
>>>>> Planet Bike has similar gloves. I would never had gotten them but my
>>>>> brother in law gave them as a gift. Nice gloves!
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Re: [RBW] Where to buy RBW Summer Gloves now that they are gone?

2016-06-06 Thread Ken Mattina
My hands are regular and the medium gloves fit me fine.

On Mon, Jun 6, 2016 at 9:19 AM, John Phillips <jphillip...@icloud.com>
wrote:

> Ken,   Do those Veeka gloves fit true to size, or do you recommend buying
> up or down a size or two?
>
> Thanks,
>
> John
>
> On Sunday, June 5, 2016 at 9:28:05 PM UTC-7, Ken Mattina wrote:
>>
>> http://veeka.cc/usa/product-category/gloves/
>>
>> On Sun, Jun 5, 2016 at 9:54 AM, 'Tim' via RBW Owners Bunch <
>> rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com> wrote:
>>
>>> Planet Bike has similar gloves. I would never had gotten them but my
>>> brother in law gave them as a gift. Nice gloves!
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Re: [RBW] Where to buy RBW Summer Gloves now that they are gone?

2016-06-06 Thread Ken Mattina
No terry on these gloves.

On Mon, Jun 6, 2016 at 10:00 AM, Ken Mattina <ken.matt...@gmail.com> wrote:

> My hands are regular and the medium gloves fit me fine.
>
> On Mon, Jun 6, 2016 at 9:19 AM, John Phillips <jphillip...@icloud.com>
> wrote:
>
>> Ken,   Do those Veeka gloves fit true to size, or do you recommend buying
>> up or down a size or two?
>>
>> Thanks,
>>
>> John
>>
>> On Sunday, June 5, 2016 at 9:28:05 PM UTC-7, Ken Mattina wrote:
>>>
>>> http://veeka.cc/usa/product-category/gloves/
>>>
>>> On Sun, Jun 5, 2016 at 9:54 AM, 'Tim' via RBW Owners Bunch <
>>> rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com> wrote:
>>>
>>>> Planet Bike has similar gloves. I would never had gotten them but my
>>>> brother in law gave them as a gift. Nice gloves!
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Re: [RBW] Where to buy RBW Summer Gloves now that they are gone?

2016-06-05 Thread Ken Mattina
http://veeka.cc/usa/product-category/gloves/

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Re: [RBW] Re: Any doing Oregon Outback?

2015-05-05 Thread Ken Mattina
You can do it whenever or whatever in as many days as you want. There is a
not organized event ride on May 22.  Hope to see some of you there.

Ken

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 So are there two events there?
 I heard of some doing it like a non-stop brevet, and some bike-packing it
 over days.
 Or is it one event, and anything goes?

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Re: [RBW] Re: LHT vs Clem ??

2015-03-19 Thread Ken Mattina
I'm not going to buy a bike like these two, but if I were, I'd take a hard
look at the VO Camargue.

On Thu, Mar 19, 2015 at 8:04 PM, drew beckmeyer drewbeckme...@gmail.com
wrote:

 the prototype clem we have is quite stout. i would venture to say that it
 is likely at least as thick walled as a lht and maybe even heavier in
 weight...havent actually weighed anything and im sure big tires are part of
 it, but it feels not so far off from my hunqapillar, which is a tank in the
 best way.  i've never ridden a lht, but i've also never ridden a dead
 feeling rivendell, so i don't think youll be disappointed in the swap.
  however, if you are trying to go lighter, i doubt the clem is any or much.

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Re: [RBW] Bikes and Recovering from shoulder surgery

2015-02-21 Thread Ken Mattina
I had rotator cuff surgery several years ago.  I was back at work in a
month (no sling) and riding my bike in a couple of months.

Don't wait until your surgery to do the rehab. Stretch and do the weight
work now.

Like Michael says, there's a pretty good chance all you need to do is rehab
and surgery is unnecessary.

Good luck.

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 Yesterday my new orthopedic surgeon informed me that I will have shoulder
 surgery in March. He suspects I have been walking around with a torn labrum
 in my left shoulder for some time (probably initially due to a bike wreck)
 but worsened the injury moving oak logs (for firewood) mid-fall. For those
 who know the jargon, it's a SLAP tear.

 Searching for info about cycling and recovery from this kind of surgery
 has left me a bit blue. It looks like 4-6 weeks in a sling, then very slow
 4-6 months to full use.

 Ironically, I'd just received a 54cm Sam Hillborne frame the week I tore
 it. The frame is now fully built and sits unused.

 My questions are: Has anyone on the list had the surgery and, if so, what
 was your recovery like? And, what's the best wisdom from the group
 regarding cycling and recovery from SLAP repairs?

 Thanks,
 Jim in Knoxville, TN

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[RBW] Re: FS or FT small sackville trunksack

2014-11-19 Thread Ken Mattina
I've made a deal.  Thanks to all who responded.

On Wed, Nov 19, 2014 at 2:04 PM, Ken Mattina ken.matt...@gmail.com wrote:

 Hi All,

 I have a new or newish small olive sackville trunksack that I would like
 to trade for a green carradice barley bag.

 If I can't find a trade, I would sell it for 90 bucks plus shipping.

 Please respond offlist.

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Re: [RBW] Rivendell has let me down.

2014-08-11 Thread Ken Mattina
I'm not saying anything I'll just let you cry yourself to sleep.


On Mon, Aug 11, 2014 at 5:13 PM, 'Clayton' via RBW Owners Bunch 
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 I ordered a set of Resurrectio stickers. They sent me the not tough ones
 that go under the clear coat rather than the ones I ordered which were the
 tough ones that go over the clear coat. As I was applying the seat tube
 sticker it shattered. I contacted Riv, and they said since I had already
 applied it they couldn't send me new ones. The problem I have is that you
 can't tell what the stickers are as they have paper on both sides of the
 stickers. It was their fault that they sent me the wrong ones and they
 won't fix it. Crappy customer service. I am not happy. $18.00 dollars for
 stickers to start with is a little ridiculous. I will make my own head
 badge and leave all references to Rivendell off my powder coated Atlantis.
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Re: [RBW] Re: Do you ride your drop bars above, at, or below saddle height on your Rivbikes?

2014-08-06 Thread Ken Mattina
I put my handlebars about 2cm above my saddle.

Ken


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 Pretty much at.  Mostly manage to wear out the bar tape pretty evenly, so
 I guess it's at a useful spot for my riding... ;^)

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Re: [RBW] Re: 650b wheel building question

2014-08-01 Thread Ken Mattina
Hey guys, there's nothing wrong with a mechanic who shows a little
humility.  I know some great mechanics who aren't very good at promoting
themselves.

On the other hand, I've met some know-it-all mechanics who aren't very good.

Just sayin'

Ken


On Fri, Aug 1, 2014 at 3:43 PM, Bill Lindsay tapebu...@gmail.com wrote:

 +1million

 Me:  Can I pay you to build some wheels?
 Mech:  Sure!  Is there anything special I need to know about these?
 Me:  You know what?  Nevermind


 On Friday, August 1, 2014 2:21:12 PM UTC-7, Garth wrote:


   Just saying . . lol . . . .  if there is something they need to know
 about building up some wheels  . . .  .you might want to reconsider having
 them build your wheels ! ;)

   It depends on what you value the most, being local and taking your
 chances, or having wheels that suredly stand, meaning they'll likely
 never need to be trued or touched once they leave the builders hand.
 That's why I gladly and joyously pay to have a dedicated professional like
 Joe Young build my wheels :)

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Re: [RBW] Re: in Portland for a few days; ride and coffee

2014-07-29 Thread Ken Mattina
what Lynne says


On Tue, Jul 29, 2014 at 5:15 PM, Lynne Fitz fitzb...@comcast.net wrote:

 Don't be intimidated on taking the MAX to Hillsboro.  If the first train
 is full, the next one likely won't be.  The trail is SO VERY WORTH IT!
  Ever so much nicer than the Springwater.  Don't miss pausing at Black Bear
 Coffee Co. in Vernonia.


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 My wife and I are in Portland for 3 days. Is the local bike coffee
 outside still happening? Also, what's a good local shortish (~ 15 to 30
 mile) ride from the SE? I am also interested in bank vernonia trail but is
 a little intimidated by taking look light rail to Hillsboro during week day
 commuting hours. Any tip?

 Contact me here or offlist
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Re: [RBW] I would rather ride my Rivendell thank you

2014-06-12 Thread Ken Mattina
Enjoy your summer vacation!


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 Great attitude on hard news, and I hope you find something great in short
 order. All the best to you!

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Re: [RBW] Re: More jewelry from Nitto

2014-06-05 Thread Ken Mattina
Hey guys this kind of talk is supposed to happen in February.


On Thu, Jun 5, 2014 at 3:27 PM, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote:

 On 06/05/2014 02:55 PM, Evan Baird wrote:

 That is quite an endorsement.

 http://about.me/evanbaird/


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Re: [RBW] Not diggin' 650b ~ Why do I prefer my 26 Atlantis?

2014-04-05 Thread Ken Mattina
hetres


On Sat, Apr 5, 2014 at 11:01 AM, Eric ericwolfo...@gmail.com wrote:

 Finally got the Saluki built up, I believe it'll be my 5th Rivendell. And
 I've taken it on several trips, a 30 mile ride around Detroit, commuted a
 bunch, ect but for some reason I'm not digging the 650b platform. I keep
 giving it just one more chance to prove it has the moxy to remain in the
 stable but it's getting difficult because the bike rack is getting crowded!

 I've tried several tires from Fatty Rumpkins, to Contis, to Marathons but
 I really prefer my 26 Atlantis. Don't get me wrong, it's a nice ride but I
 find it a little sluggish at times and doesn't compare to the smooth
 Atlantis ride.

 Anyone with a similar experience with 650b not being the bees knees as
 touted? What am I missing?


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Re: [RBW] New Compass tires?

2014-02-23 Thread Ken Mattina
I got less miles than Steve did on my Pari Motos.

These tires are definitely not for everyone.




On Sun, Feb 23, 2014 at 11:43 AM, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote:

 or maybe heavier than You?


 Bruce Herbitter bruce.herbit...@gmail.com wrote:

 That's because you're a grouch Steve.. gdr


 On 2/23/2014 8:46 AM, Steve Palincsar wrote:

 Mine wore out at 1600 mi

 Bruce Herbitter bruce.herbit...@gmail.com bruce.herbit...@gmail.comwrote:

 Jan:

 My Pari-Motos have 2,521 miles on them.



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Re: [RBW] Re: Who pre ordered an English Jacket?

2013-11-21 Thread Ken Mattina
Really?  A bike blazer?  You could get a nice tweed blazer at Goodwill for
25 bucks.



On Thu, Nov 21, 2013 at 7:57 PM, Jim Bronson jim.bron...@gmail.com wrote:

 Bicycle hipster gear.  I'd rather wear cheaper clothing to commute in and
 then change when I get there.


 On Thu, Nov 21, 2013 at 9:36 PM, Tom Virgil tevir...@gmail.com wrote:

 I like it.  But that is some serious coin for a jacket.

 For a different look,

 you could pay 
 morehttp://www.brooksengland.com/catalogue-and-shop/clothing/john+Boultbee+Clothing/ELDER+STREET+Cycling+Jacket/

 you could pay 
 lesshttp://www.landsend.com/products/mens-cotton-herringbone-madison-bike-blazer/id_257739


 I fear they would make me look like Sherlock Holmes on a bicycle, though.


 https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-s8R8SoadIjI/Uo7Q_dCD4wI/ABs/0rV1DNGF4CQ/s1600/m0acqjjUCR1qf6o97o1_500.jpg

 Humm.  Double top tube.

 Tom





 On Wednesday, November 20, 2013 7:22:14 PM UTC-8, Bill Lindsay wrote:

 I think the new English Jacket looks pretty swank.  Who is getting one
 from the pre-sale?

 I'm definitely going to try one on at the Grand Opening Party in
 December.

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Re: [RBW] Re: Steve Palinscar

2013-10-14 Thread Ken Mattina
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UPatfgoNBRo


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 Michael,

 It was with great reluctance that I clicked to see what you had posted ...
 I was not looking forward to reading the worst.

 In fact, I had just finished reading a post that Steve had posted a few
 hours earlier.  But unfortunately, it's always true in life that you never
 know what will happen, and a trip to the store (on bike, foot, or in a car)
 can be your last trip.

 So ... knock on wood and here's hoping all of us have long, healthy, and
 crash-free lives!

 Nick


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 Steve used to be a frequent poster here but I don't recall seeing
 anything in quite a while.  Does anybody know if he is OK?

 Michael

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Re: [RBW] Rambouillet or San Marcos

2013-10-13 Thread Ken Mattina
Never is a word I seldom use, but I would never buy a bike with a double
top tube.  Well if I was 7 feet tall maybe.


On Sun, Oct 13, 2013 at 1:34 PM, Eric Daume ericda...@gmail.com wrote:

 At your size, I think all the San Marcos frames are double top tubers.
 That makes the decision for a Ram easy for me.


 On Sun, Oct 13, 2013 at 4:29 PM, Sean McAtee seanm...@gmail.com wrote:

 Thanks for all of your responses.  I must admit, I'm not terribly shocked
 that the Rambo is considered the way for me to go.

 Bo, I'm really intrigued by all that you said.  What made you sell the
 AHH in favor of a Rambo?  I'm curious because another option that I have
 considered is saving up my cash to purchase a new or used AHH.

 Also, Bo, as far as your 56 Rambo, I wish I could help, but it is too
 small for me.  Whenever I measure my PBH I end up somewhere between 86 and
 87 (I'm about 5 foot 11).  Based on those measurements I would be best fit
 on at least a 58 Rambo - perhaps even a 60.

 By the way, if anyone has a Rambo that has a PBH similar to mine, I would
 be curious about your recommendation for size -- would I fit best on a 58
 or a 60?

 Sean


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  having two Rambouillets at present and anAtlantis  and having
 had an AHH I sold in favor of the Rambouillet, I come down hard on the
 side of rhe Rambouillet.

  My brother has a Rambouillet which he bought before i bought mine.
 I bought mine on the basis of having ridden his. No regrets

 Self interest notice
 I am only keeping one Rambouillet. Should you be interested in a
 green 56 Rambouillet with fresh new top quality parts we might have a
 confluence of interet.

 thanks

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Re: [RBW] 200km in January suggestions

2013-10-05 Thread Ken Mattina
looks like it's all filled up

http://www.sfrandonneurs.org/point-reyes-lighthouse-200km-registration-limit-reached.htm


On Sat, Oct 5, 2013 at 6:57 PM, Ted Durant teddur...@gmail.com wrote:

 Definitely on the list!

 Ted Durant
 Milwaukee, WI

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  please consider the Point Reyes Lighthouse 200 with San Francisco
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Re: [RBW] 200km in January suggestions

2013-10-05 Thread Ken Mattina
wow 150 randonneurs already signed up for a January ride


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 looks like it's all filled up


 http://www.sfrandonneurs.org/point-reyes-lighthouse-200km-registration-limit-reached.htm


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 Definitely on the list!

 Ted Durant
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  please consider the Point Reyes Lighthouse 200 with San Francisco
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Re: [RBW] 200km in January suggestions

2013-10-05 Thread Ken Mattina
Oops my bad that's the 2013 schedule.  That's still an awful lot of riders
for a January ride.



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 There's a randonee on a Wednesday? Or was that a randonee for a previous
 year?

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  Definitely on the list!
 
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Re: [RBW] Re: Cracked Ramboullet

2013-08-10 Thread Ken Mattina
I'm not saying anything I'll just let you cry yourself to sleep.


On Fri, Aug 9, 2013 at 8:06 PM, chris cdresd...@yahoo.com wrote:

 My Rambouillet (only road bike) has now been gone for repair going on 8
 weeks and I was told a couple of weeks ago that the bike had been shipped
 from the frame repair shop to the painter. When I found out that the bike
 had been shipped to the painter I asked if it would be possible to pick it
 up in Sacramento (bike was repaired there and I was going to Sacto for the
 day) and Riv said that it was in Chico with no mention of the fact the
 painter never acknowledged receipt and was not answering phone calls so
 they speculate that he might be on vacation. Getting the whole story took
 numerous emails.

 Unfortunately, I haven't had a very good experience dealing with Riv. I
 rarely received repair updates unless I constantly emailed them and the
 final straw was the painting.

 Other lacking customer service was at the start of the repair when Riv
 said that they would send the bike to Bernie Mikkelsen for the repair and a
 few days later Riv said the bike would go to Steve Rex. When I asked for a
 clarification Riv responded that I could go ahead with Bernie if I chose
 but Steve Rex is dependable. I wouldn't question their recommendation, so
 why turn it into a selection on my part?

 Riv also asked at the beginning if I had another bike to which I responded
 I did not and no offer of a replacement so why ask? However, after
 complaining directly to Grant about the painting I got an offer of a
 replacement bike. However, no direct response from Grant. Offer came from
 an employee. Riv is a small company so why wouldn't Grant respond himself?

 I'm pleased that Riv stands behind their products by doing the repair for
 free, but the customer service was somewhat lacking.

 Chris
 San Jose

 On Monday, June 17, 2013 8:09:57 AM UTC-7, chris wrote:

 I was on a ride last Saturday in the Gold Country in CA and the chain
 stay broke through on the drive side at the rear dropout. I bought the Ram
 new in 2003. Fortunately no injury. I stopped at Riv on my way home and
 spoke to Scott who told me to leave the bike and Kevin would get back to me
 today regarding repair which would involve sending the bike to a local
 builder.  Scott mentioned that Riv now beefs up the rear dropout area on
 frames.

 Has anyone had a similar experience with their Riv.?  I've always loved
 the Ram and it appears fixable. Not sure if there is any type of warranty.

 Chris
 San Jose

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Re: [RBW] Routes from Portland, OR to Seattle, WA

2013-07-28 Thread Ken Mattina
http://ridewithgps.com/routes/2235523

It's a good route, but if you have gephyrophobia it's not the route for you.


On Sat, Jul 27, 2013 at 4:38 PM, Lynne Fitz fitzb...@comcast.net wrote:

 Here is our flèche route - it will get you to Raymond.
 http://ridewithgps.com/routes/2235523
 No Hwy 30.

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Re: [RBW] Big Bens on the Atlantis?

2013-06-24 Thread Ken Mattina
I also have 26 x 2 marathon supremes on my Atlantis plus fenders and they
fit great.  I think that the ride is really nice and give them a strong
recommendation.




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 In the last sale, I bought a pair of Big Bens, hoping to install them
 on the Atlantis. But now, looking at the bike-- will those tires fit
 on the Atlantis? Otherwise I have a nice pair of Big Bens for sale.

 If not, what would be a good choice for beefy tires for a 26-inch
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Re: [RBW] It is BACK!

2013-06-05 Thread Ken Mattina
That's nice, Lynne.  Can't wait to see it in person.




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thomas.alling...@skadden.com wrote:

  BEAUTIFUL color – well done.

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 *Subject:* [RBW] It is BACK!

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 When I will get time to build it up until next week is another question.
  But my beloved Rivendell Bleriot (last seen as a smoking heap of somewhat
 mangled steel after being left-hooked) is now back, with a new (and
 upgraded) fork and a beautiful paint job!

 ** **

 http://www.flickr.com/photos/lynnefitz/8962094278/

 http://www.flickr.com/photos/lynnefitz/8962094310/

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 Repair job by Steve Rex, paint job by his painter.

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Re: [RBW] Re: ACORN Bags, Brand New never used Mini Rando Bag.

2013-02-04 Thread Ken Mattina
thanks Mark it just got here a few minutes ago looks great

Ken

On Wed, Jan 30, 2013 at 6:06 PM, Mark Wolz marklw...@gmail.com wrote:
 Thank you to everyone that responded to my post.  I sold it to the first
 person that emailed me and it is going out tomorrow.  I might have one more
 for sale.  I haven't decided to keep it or not but I will definitely post it
 here.

 Mark


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 I purchased a Mini Rando Bag from Ron at Acorn Bags a couple of weeks ago
 in the Ranger Tan color.  Everything about the bag is awesome except that it
 won't fit on the front rack I have on my bike.  Ron suggested that I post it
 on this forum in case anyone is interested in buying it.  I just want to get
 what I have in it.  Let me know if you're interested.

 http://acornbags.com/minirandobag.html

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Re: [RBW] Re: ACORN Bags, Brand New never used Mini Rando Bag.

2013-01-30 Thread Ken Mattina
Hi Mark,

I'm back how are things going?

Ken

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 Mark,

 Too bad about the bag not fitting your rack, out of idle curiosity
 what type of rack do you have.
 Also Ill be happy to buy it from you. I think I sent you an email to
 that effect.

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  post it on this forum in case anyone is interested in buying it.  I just
  want to get what I have in it.  Let me know if you're interested.
 
  http://acornbags.com/minirandobag.html
 
  Thanks,
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Re: [RBW] Is the Velocity Synergy the only 650b rim being sold for use with rim brakes?

2012-12-29 Thread Ken Mattina
There's also the Vzan Lazer from Brasil.

http://www.vzan.com.br/2010/aros.html

(click on Lazer for 650b rims)

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 No help on the rim, but when the h%ll did 200plus really become
 clydesdale?
 Seriously, I'm at least 225 pounds and at 6 foot I just seem to be
 normal around my parts.

 Well, there used to be a radio show in the 1940s/1950s, a detective show
 based on a Dashiell Hammet character called The Fat Man that used the
 following intro:

 There he goes, into that drugstore. He's stepping on the
 scales. Weight? 237 pounds. Fortune? Danger. Whoo is it? The
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Re: [RBW] Is the Velocity Synergy the only 650b rim being sold for use with rim brakes?

2012-12-29 Thread Ken Mattina
the ambrosio keo is a heavy duty 650b rim

http://www.xxcycle.com/rim-ambrosio-keba-650b-silver,,en.php



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 Seriously, I'm at least 225 pounds and at 6 foot I just seem to be normal
 around my parts.

 Scott I can still get by with low spoke wheels too Henry


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 The building of my A.H.H.  seems to be stalling out over rim selection. Is
 the Velocity Synergy the only 650b rim being sold for use with rim brakes?
 And a related question, has anyone built up one of these for use by a
 Clydesdale?  I am well over 200lbs and am looking for a strong reliable
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Re: [RBW] Re: Is the Velocity Synergy the only 650b rim being sold for use with rim brakes?

2012-12-29 Thread Ken Mattina
Are these the Alex rims you're speaking of?

http://www.alexrims.com/product_detail.asp?sc=0cat=22pid=82

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 Great news! Excited to see both come into the world.

 On Sat, Dec 29, 2012 at 2:23 PM, grant grant...@gmail.com wrote:
 In development: A tuff-boy 650B rim by Velocity and musa, tentatively called
 the Atlas. An inch wide, with thick spoke bed and sidewalls.

  Also, from Alex in taiwan, an even tuffer-boy rim based on a 32mm wide bmx
 rim.

 Early mtn bike rims were 32-or-so mm wide, makes sense for wide tires. You
 get more tire volume (height and width) and less tire roll at lower
 pressures. The marketing challenge, if that's what it is, is going to be
 presenting a super smart rock solid rim for heavy riders or heavy use while
 at the same time respectfully answering questions such as how much does it
 weigh?
 If a rim is widened to the point where it's really optimized for 40-55mm
 tires AND is thicked up in the sidewall for longer life AND has a thicker
 spoke bed to longer resist cracking at the hole AND has a slightly taller
 braking surface for more tolerance in brake adjustment, then the overall
 volume of metal is going to be about 75 percent greater, which means 75
 percent heavier. Of course, it'll take 2x the wear and abuse, so is a
 bargain (for certain kinds of riding). Anyway, I expect more 650B rim
 options as the size gets popularized---which is happening big time these
 months.


 On Thursday, December 27, 2012 1:00:41 PM UTC-8, Iron Rider wrote:

 Hi all,

 The building of my A.H.H.  seems to be stalling out over rim selection. Is
 the Velocity Synergy the only 650b rim being sold for use with rim brakes?
 And a related question, has anyone built up one of these for use by a
 Clydesdale?  I am well over 200lbs and am looking for a strong reliable
 wheel. Thanks for your thoughts and helpful comments.

 Nigel

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Re: [RBW] 29er tires on an Atlantis

2012-12-24 Thread Ken Mattina
oops here's an image of them

https://picasaweb.google.com/RCerkon/700COlaf?authuser=0authkey=Gv1sRgCPOA3cHpv_TzQQfeat=directlink



On Sat, Dec 22, 2012 at 5:32 PM, Ken Mattina ken.matt...@gmail.com wrote:
 I think that these Clement X'PLOR MSO tires are really interesting.
 Haven't tried them though.

 Ken

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 I had some Kenda Karma 29x1.9 on my Cross-Check. Good, light, not too 
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Re: [RBW] Re: New Sugino Crank

2012-12-07 Thread Ken Mattina
This crank uses an exo bottom bracket, correct?

Is that a really good idea?

Ken

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Re: [RBW] OT Why are some unwilling to trade with people out of the US?

2012-11-04 Thread Ken Mattina
I always open my ebay auctions up to international bidders.  Even if
the goods sell to a US American, foreign bidders can drive the price
way up.

Ken



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 U.S.A... U.S.A... U.S.A...

 I've noticed how a LOT of people don't want to ship intl on ebay. I kinda'
 like buying stuff from Canada, GB, France, or wherever as I figure there are
 a lot of people that are scared to buy it. You know, because of terrorists.
 When I sell stuff on ebaby, I'm happy to ship internationally as I'm always
 hoping two Russian oil barons will get into a bidding war and drive the
 price up!!! I use Paypal and charge extra ($3-$5, depending on my mood) for
 having to wait in line at the post office, but that's the extent of it.  I'm
 sure there could be customs issues on the other end, but after it leaves my
 hands, that's not my problem. Always get an intl tracking number from the
 customs forms to confirm it's been sent. And US customs has NEVER been a
 hassle for clearing small items. I did ship some vases from Spain once, and
 that took a while to clear, but that's the extent of it.

 Sounds like you ran into some bad luck, don't give up on us!

 U.S.A... U.S.A... U.S.A...


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 I don't buy and sell on line as much as I did a few years back. Most of my
 dealings were with people in the U.S. and Japan, but I had some successful
 transactions with people in Europe, Israel, Mexico and South America.
 Probably unfair to paint an entire continent, but I would block Africa from
 my eBay listings because of some weird communications that came out of
 Nigeria (in my defense, at the time at least eBay only let you block all of
 Africa and not individual countries).

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 eccentric person out of Canada.  His auction was open to the U.S. so I bid
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 Rather he wanted me to send money via a bank transfer. I took an hour off of
 work, did a bunch of paper work, followed up and verified the payment went
 through only to have the guy send me a bunch of angry e mails complaining
 about some fee HIS bank added on the back end of the transaction.

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Re: [RBW] Re: What should I do with my slightly-too-small bike?

2012-10-15 Thread Ken Mattina
I'd try to keep the bike.  If the issue is clearance for fatter tires and
fenders, have you considered a 650b conversion?

Ken

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 I went through a similar dilemma, although not a Riv frame, a beautifully
 made road frame without the clearances I wanted for fenders or the the
 ability to mount a rack properly and no room for wider tires.  I sold the
 frame and haven`t missed it all. I replaced it with a touring bike
 (Columbus SLX tubing) and it was a great improvement. However, the Campeur,
 although probably well designed is a much cheaper product than you have
 now.  It might be a disappointing contrast.  You might be patient and wait
 for a used AHH in your size or maybe an Atlantis?  Waterford touring frames
 come up for sale on CL from time to time.






 On Friday, October 12, 2012 6:30:23 PM UTC-6, Karl Fundenberger wrote:

 My 59cm Rivendell Road Standard, I have finally decided, is too small for
 me. It has been a fabulous bike for me; but it is what it is — a road bike,
 when really, I've wanted a touring bike.

 Here are some photos, with the newest toward the bottom:

 http://www.flickr.com/photos/**fundenphoto/sets/**72157625044930434/http://www.flickr.com/photos/fundenphoto/sets/72157625044930434/

 It is currently running Rivendell's 609mm rims, with the (approx. 34mm)
 Schwalbe tires. I put these on when I discovered the bike wouldn't clear
 anything wider than a 700x28 tire.

 I have my eyes on the Velo-Orange Campeur - which I'm thinking I may
 build up from a frame. Any proceeds from the Riv sale would be funneled
 toward the VO build.

 I see my Rivendell options as follows:

 - Sell the complete bike as it is built. (plus the original 700c wheels)
 - Cannibalize the parts for the Campeur project; sell the Riv frame.
 - Hang some or all of it up in the attic.

 What do you think?

 Of course, it would be nice to partially fund the next project... but
 perhaps it would be better to keep the Rivendell? What am I overlooking?



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Re: [RBW] FS: Fall cleaning, bags for sale

2012-10-11 Thread Ken Mattina
Hi RUDI,

could you point me in the direction of the brompton bag?

Ken

On Thursday, October 11, 2012, rudi wrote:

 Doing some clean up, and I have a bunch of bags that are not in use that
 I'd like to sell. Here are the items, with my starting price. Some may be
 negotiable, please send me a message off list if you're interested. Link to
 photos at the bottom. I'm in the Bay Area, if you want me to ship I'll add
 shipping to the price.

 -Little Loafer, 100
 -Big Loafer, 80 (has some scuffs on the bottom from when I tried it on my
 mountain bike)
 -Baggins Hoss, 150
 -Berthoud randonneur bag, black, the big one, 200
 -Baggins Panniers, 100
 -Boxy Handlebar bag, with rack, 75
 -Carradice Bag, with attachment designed for Brompton, 75
 -Atlantis frame, posted separately, 1200

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Re: [RBW] Dyno - SP Dynamo Hub

2012-09-15 Thread Ken Mattina
I bought mine on ebay

http://www.ebay.com/itm/SP-hub-dynamo-dynohub-PV-8-24-28-and-36h-The-most-efficient-and-lightest-/280955382900?pt=Cycling_Parts_Accessorieshash=item416a3eec74

Ken

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 Kelly - where did you get the SP hub?

 Brian
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 Ok so I've got SON28 on the Bombadil, AHH and my wifes  Atlantis.  I have
 a Shimano 3n80 on my Quickbeam.  I can notice a difference in drag between
 the SON28 and 3N80 though negligible.   I was looking around after
 purchasing a 68 cm RAM for a something but didn't want to shell out the big
 bucks for the SON28.  Thought about not even having a Dyno hub for it.  Then
 I ran across the SP Dynamo and it's big claims.  I ordered one for about 130
 bucks.   I purchased a SD-8 non switchable.  There is rumors that this
 company makes the Supernova hub as well though I have no documentation or
 proof.. just spreading the rumor.  It also has the same connector as the
 Shimano.

 Well I built the wheel last night then today took the wheel off the AHH
 and  road the SP with light off then on and at speed.  Took it off and road
 the SON28.  The only difference I could discern was the SP didn't have the
 vibration the SON28 did / all of my SON28's have at particular speeds..
 usually around 20ish mph and doesn't last long.  I was unable to determine
 by ride if it has any more or less drag than the SON28 it felt the same.
 It's also smaller and lighter than the SON28 but I couldn't tell that from
 riding either.  Overall my first impressions are that this is a viable
 alternative to the SON at 1/2 the price.   Guess time will tell how it's
 longevity is.

 Here are some photos... not good ones but photos anyway.

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Re: [RBW] Complaints about bad roads

2012-08-05 Thread Ken Mattina
My guess is that they don't like riding on rough roads.  I know plenty
of people who would rather die than ride on a gravel road.  Me, as
long as I'm riding my bike I don't care.

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 On Sun, 2012-08-05 at 12:57 -0700, Anne Paulson wrote:
 I'm at a loss to understand what I'm missing. This was a loaded tour.
 I was riding my Atlantis with 26 x 1.5 Panaracer Paselas, which should
 be comfortable tires, by my companions were riding fine touring bikes
 (Surly LHT, Co-Motion Americano, other touring bikes) with reasonable
 touring tires (mostly Schwalbe Marathons, one guy had Vittoria
 Randonneurs I think). Why are these fragile flowers noticing bad roads
 when I don't? What are they doing wrong, that they're riding touring
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Re: [RBW] Re: Riv-ish retro cycling gloves?

2012-07-15 Thread Ken Mattina
How about Airius cycling gloves?

http://www.amazon.com/Airius-Retro-Finger-Cycling-Gloves/dp/B000AP0ASM



On Sun, Jul 15, 2012 at 9:58 AM, pb pbridge...@aol.com wrote:
 Googling crochet cycling gloves produces a variety of options.

 Peter

 On Friday, July 13, 2012 11:04:51 AM UTC-7, pruckelshaus wrote:

 I'm stuck wearing lycra backed Pearl Izumi cycling gloves.  Comfy enough,
 but I hate the look.  I used to have a set of Cannondale crochet backed
 fingerless cycling gloves back in the 80's, and I'd like to find something
 similar.

 Dromarti makes gloves that I think would be perfect -
 http://www.dromarti.com/index.php?main_page=product_infocPath=15_33products_id=27
 - but $138 is a bit ridiculous.  Does anyone know of a source for a similar,
 high quality, but more affordable glove?  I now that Riv carries a similar
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Re: [RBW] Has anyone tried the Compass 26 tires

2011-10-04 Thread Ken Mattina
I've ridden those 26 x 1.75 paselas on my Atlantis and they are fine tires.
I really have a hard time rationalizing spending the extra money on the
compass tires.

Ken

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 Jan answered this question, perhaps on the iBoblist. They are a very
 different and much higher quality tire, per his response.

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  On Oct 4, 2011, at 12:25 PM, johnb wrote:
 
  I have a small (52) Atlantis and was wondering if anyone has pulled
  the trigger on these and had thoughts. I have Schwalbe Marathons which
  are bombproof but...
 
  In the photos they look pretty much exactly like the 26 Panaracer Pasela
 which can be had for about half the price.  If there is a difference- and
 their may be- I don't know what it is.  Perhaps someone can enlighten me.
 
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Re: [RBW] Has anyone tried the Compass 26 tires

2011-10-04 Thread Ken Mattina
Sorry to be confusing.  No I haven't ridden the compassessess.

I do have Hetres on my Lyon camping bike.  Also very nice tires.

Ken

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 Have you ridden the Compsses?

 On Tue, Oct 4, 2011 at 4:08 PM, Ken Mattina ken.matt...@gmail.com wrote:
  I've ridden those 26 x 1.75 paselas on my Atlantis and they are fine
 tires.
  I really have a hard time rationalizing spending the extra money on the
  compass tires.
 
  Ken
 
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 wrote:
 
  Jan answered this question, perhaps on the iBoblist. They are a very
  different and much higher quality tire, per his response.
 
  On Tue, Oct 4, 2011 at 3:54 PM, Tim McNamara tim...@bitstream.net
 wrote:
  
   On Oct 4, 2011, at 12:25 PM, johnb wrote:
  
   I have a small (52) Atlantis and was wondering if anyone has pulled
   the trigger on these and had thoughts. I have Schwalbe Marathons
 which
   are bombproof but...
  
   In the photos they look pretty much exactly like the 26 Panaracer
   Pasela which can be had for about half the price.  If there is a
 difference-
   and their may be- I don't know what it is.  Perhaps someone can
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Re: [RBW] Re: Fwd: bikes for sale ! 650b- Rivendell - Moulton !

2011-07-24 Thread Ken Mattina
Are we going to start a pool to see when Ryan will be selling it?

;-)





On Sun, Jul 24, 2011 at 9:11 AM, rcnute rcn...@hotmail.com wrote:

 I snagged the Moulton.  :)

 Ryan

 On Jul 24, 7:44 am, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote:
  Forwarded from the 650b list, nice looking and well priced Rambouillet!!!
 
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  Date: Sat, Jul 23, 2011 at 9:09 AM
  Subject: [650B] bikes for sale ! 650b Rivendell Moulton !
  To: 650b 6...@googlegroups.com
 
  Japanese built vintage Hatori 650B frame, fork and front rack.
  53 x 53 ctc.
  Nervex lugs and crown, 531 Reynolds tubing. Imperial bladed fork.
  Center pull brake braze ons (probably for Mafac Raid but I used Dia
  Compw 750s)
  English thread fork and BB.
  120mm rear spacing. 26.8 post included.
  Seat stay generator mount and internal wiring.
  Internal top tube rear brake cable routing. Chrome front rack. Rubber
  chainstay slap guard.
  $500 !
 http://www.flickr.com/photos/34165300@N05/5956621304/in/photostream
 
  Rivendell Rambouillet
  60cm seat tube
  58 top tube
  44.5 chainstay
  84.7 standover height
  There are a few paint chips; I'm pretty sure they all show in the
  photos. I'm 5'10; it fits me perfectly.
  Built by Toyo in Japan.
  $750 w/Dura-Ace headsethttps://
 picasaweb.google.com/andrew.d.drummond/Rambouillet?authuser=0...
 
  1965 Moulton full suspension 4 speed with front and rear racks. All
  original. Some rust on chrome and painted parts. Needs new shifter
  cable and plastic cable guides are broken. Rides great! $300
 http://www.flickr.com/photos/34165300@N05/5956612790/sizes/l/in/photo...
 
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Re: [RBW] WTB: Tan Handlebar Bag

2011-05-26 Thread Ken Mattina
Duluth Pack has them in several colors including tan.

http://duluthpack.com/outdoor-gear/biking/hobo-bag-bike-bag.html


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 Looking for a bag like this but in tan:

 http://www.flickr.com/photos/35176895@N03/sets/72157626779260644/

 http://www.flickr.com/photos/35176895@N03/sets/72157626779260644/I need
 a bag that mounts so that the top of the bag is level with the top of the
 bars, and that allows me to get into the bag while riding.

 Got one?

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Re: [RBW] Re: Friday the 13th

2011-05-15 Thread Ken Mattina
Funny I was just thinking the same thing.

On Friday, I needed to go to the market and I really didn't want to go.  So
I rode my bike, loaded it up with groceries, and cycled home.

What a great day.

Ken

On Sun, May 15, 2011 at 1:49 PM, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote:

 Never underestimate the impact of a bicycle ride on your mood. As
 always, thanks for posting taking and posting the pictures.

 --mike

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  With the dread of losing my job hanging over my head and my lost
  wallet somewhere in Milpitas I find it amazing that I can brighten up
  my mood with just a simple bike ride home.
 
  Pictures proved that I like taking pictures:
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Re: [RBW] Re: Fast 650B Tire Options

2011-05-12 Thread Ken Mattina
tires are on the way thanks man

On Wed, May 11, 2011 at 3:13 PM, islaysteve alkire...@verizon.net wrote:

 Of course there are the Nifty Swiftys and Fasty Maxis, which are
 slightly cheaper than Pari Motos.  I'm running Niftys on my Bleriot
 and am pleased so far (coming from regular road bike), but I can't
 give you a good review as I have so few miles on them (and I'm still
 out of shape).  I'd compare max pressures for the tires you're
 considering, IMO.  The higher the max pressure, the more room you have
 to adjust and experiment.I'm running the Niftys at the max.
 pressure of 75 psi and they feel plenty comfy to me.  I can also ride
 over dirt with gravel topping without any noticeable problem, so I'm
 pretty happy.  I saw a pair of one of these tires on eBay yesterday
 for a good price, so check. Steve

 On May 11, 5:54 pm, Johnny Alien johnnyal...@verizon.net wrote:
  I am looking to make my Bleriot my main road bike so I want to trade
  out the Col de Vie's for something quicker.  I know that the Pari-
  Motos are well respected but I wanted to see if there was a good
  option that is slightly more affordable. If they are the best I will
  cough up the dough but want to see what others said.
 
  Also if someone has a set of Pari's used they want to sell I would be
  open for that. :)

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Re: [RBW] FS: SON Dynamo Wheel, ENO SS kit, + Schwalbe Marathon Supremes.

2011-05-11 Thread Ken Mattina
Hi Matthew,

I'll take two of the marathon supreme tires.

I'm a local yokel so you don't have to ship.

Let me know how you'd like to meet.

Thanks

Ken

503 244 8167

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 Hello RBW group,

 In an effort to help pay for my new Hunqa build, I am cleaning out my
 bike parts closet and hoping to raise a few bucks.  I have listed
 these items on my local Portland, Oregon Craigslist, but thought that
 some of you might be interested as well.  If so, please take a look...

 SON28 Dynamo Front Wheel:
 http://portland.craigslist.org/clk/bik/2373652462.html

 White Industries ENO SS Kit (Wheel + Sugino Crankset)
 http://portland.craigslist.org/clk/bik/2373628923.html

 Brand new 26x2 Marathon Supreme Tires (3 of them)
 http://portland.craigslist.org/clk/bik/2373666328.html



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Re: [RBW] Dreadful bag mis-matching

2011-04-10 Thread Ken Mattina
You're going to hell

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Re: [RBW] Re: Today's brevet.

2011-03-13 Thread Ken Mattina
Nice photos.  Didn't see any of me but that's probably because I was 100
miles behind you. :-)

On Sun, Mar 13, 2011 at 8:08 PM, Allan in Portland
allan_f...@aracnet.comwrote:

 Congratulations. And, hey, it could have been worse -- you could have
 been out there today (Sunday). :-)

 -Allan

 On Mar 13, 12:39 pm, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote:
  I really tapered off riding after Oct and have pretty much refused to
  ride in the rain if I could avoid it so my base miles are off. Last
  weekend I crammed by riding my Quickbeam last week. I did a 30 mile
  flat ride Sat, 30 mile mixed terrain ride on Sun and then a 100k,
  mainly flat, ride out to the gorge on Mon. I think it just kind of
  left me tired more than anything else.
 
  Also, this was my fourth time doing the Birkie and my umpteenth time
  doing a variation of this ride so I think I was a little bored. I'm
  still planning on improving my times for the 400k and 600k this year
  which could happen.
 
  For the last 30 miles of the ride my friend Joshua and I kept talking
  about how next year will be the year for touring and camping. We kept
  making jokes about how if we were touring we could just stop and pitch
  camp off the side of the road. I do think I may take a break from
  randonneuring next year or ride some different events. But then again,
  I think the Cascade 1200k may be happening next year and I've always
  wanted to do that so who knows.
 
  For the moment, I'll enjoy some afternoon coffee, a book (You Are Not
  A Gadget), and a movie later today with my wife.
 
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[RBW] pari motos for sale

2011-02-27 Thread Ken Mattina
Hi all,

I have a pair of black 650b pari motos that I don't need.  They are brand
new still in original packaging.

  $115 shipped in the CUSA.

Please respond offlist.

Thanks

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Re: [RBW] Re: Atlantis color?

2011-02-24 Thread Ken Mattina
painters that I have spoken to have told me they'd rather repaint the whole
bike than do a touch up


On Thu, Feb 24, 2011 at 9:40 AM, Esteban proto...@gmail.com wrote:

 Most of Riv's standard paint schemes are a custom mix, so they don't
 have a number, and can't really help much in matching.  Butterscotch
 was nearly impossible for Riv to replicate across Saluki models.  Pea
 Sage Green, a popular custom color, always comes out a little
 different depending on the particular mix the painter is using.

 But really, any reason to re-paint the whole bike a new color is worth
 it!  Its like having a new bike.

 Esteban
 San Diego, Calif.

 On Feb 24, 6:58 am, bicyclebill b...@wbpnet.com wrote:
  I had some front rack braze-ons added to my Bleriot by a local
  framebuilder (Peter Mooney) but he couldn't match the paint.
  Rivendell was actually not helpful and could not provide a paint
  number that could be given to a local painter.  When I get some time,
  I've been referred to a custom shop in Providence, RI (Circle A) where
  I hope they can match it by eye or trial and error.
 
  Bill
 
  On Feb 23, 7:45 pm, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote:
 
 
 
   Have you contacted Rivendell? Seems like they'd be able to help you
   with it. Or even Waterford since they're now making the Atlantis for
   Riv.
 
   On Feb 23, 4:06 pm, doug peterson dougpn...@cox.net wrote:
 
Has anyone ever had something painted to match their Atlantis?  I'm
talking to a guy (not local to me) about painting some parts to match
the standard color.  He says if he has a Dupont automotive paint
number he can do it.  The Testor's modeling paint is OK for touch up
but not close enough for a large area.  So if anyone has solved this
problem already I'm interested in hearing from you.
 
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Re: [RBW] Re: The Soma Mini Velo

2011-02-12 Thread Ken Mattina
Is this really a folding bike?

Ken

On Sat, Feb 12, 2011 at 5:34 PM, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote:

 On Feb 12, 5:23 pm, stevep33 steve...@gmail.com wrote:
  Tell me straight...
  Is it abnormal to want all the unusual bikes?  I could pass 10,000
  Cervelos and not think twice, but seeing a 20  i'mnotsurewhat starts
  me seriously thinking about a new bike project.

 I know what you mean. It really looks like a fun bike. On the other
 end of the spectrum I wish I could easily store a Big Dummy or
 Xtracycle.

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Re: [RBW] Advice for brevet

2010-12-27 Thread Ken Mattina
What Steve said.

If you're going to be riding in country dark I would say it's almost
impossible to have too much lighting.

However if you can ride 124 miles in less than 8 hours I wouldn't worry
about lights.

Find someone that rides at your speed and stay with them.

I'm riding a brevet on January 1 also.  The weather is predicted to be
nice.  I would never ride a winter brevet without a fendered bike though.
The weather is pretty unpredictable here in Oregon.

Don't forget to eat and drink and bring extra clothes.

Don't forget to have fun.

Good luck,

Ken



On Mon, Dec 27, 2010 at 4:34 PM, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote:

 On Mon, 2010-12-27 at 15:51 -0800, Anne Paulson wrote:
  Hi all.
 
  I signed up for my first brevet, a 200K along the Pacific on New
  Year's Day. I know there are some randonneurs here-- any advice for a
  newbie? I've done bike touring and centuries before, but never a
  randonee. Given the time of year, I'm expecting quite a bit of time
  riding in the dark. As of now, the weather is supposed to be fair, so
  I'm planning on taking the non-fendered Roadeo instead of the fendered
  Atlantis.

 I'd commuted at night for almost 30 years when I did my first brevet.
 The big surprise was how very hard it was for me to read the computer
 and the cue sheet after dark.  I had a small blinkie mounted to my
 handlebars pointed down at the handlebar bag, but it was so bright on
 the cue sheet I was dazzled by the glare, and it didn't illuminate the
 mileage readout on the computer at all (and I had trouble reading the
 street signs as well) so navigating after dark was a big issue.

 This year I tried to solve the problem with a helmet mounted
 PrincetonTech EOS, but found that although it lit everything up just
 fine when I was looking through my distance lenses, when I tipped my
 head up enough to see through the bifocals the light shifted so both
 computer and cue sheet were left in the dark.  Good thing the guy I was
 riding with had a GPS that announced all the turns!

 I brought enough food this time for the entire ride, and that helped too
 - saved me a lot of time and made it possible for me to stay with the
 guy with the GPS.

 Those extra 25 miles or so over a century may be a big deal, or they may
 be nothing.  Three or four years ago a century got extended by 10 miles
 due to high water (couldn't take the ferry, had to go the long way
 around) and those extra 10 miles were completely disheartening.  Last
 year, the extra 25 miles were nothing when riding, but on the drive home
 I found I couldn't lift my leg high enough to move it over to the brake
 pedal, so I had to brake left-footed.  This year, it was nothing at all.

 Speaking of the drive home, that may be the biggest factor for you.
 There was a discussion about this not long ago on one of the lists I
 belong to, and some of the experienced randonneurs said they made it a
 point to take a nap before driving home.  It's a bad business to fall
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Re: [RBW] Advice for brevet

2010-12-27 Thread Ken Mattina
You can try duct taping or velcroing a light to your helmet.

Also, you should practice changing a tire in the dark sometime before the
brevet.

Just trying to be helpful.

Ken

On Mon, Dec 27, 2010 at 6:28 PM, Anne Paulson anne.paul...@gmail.comwrote:

 On Mon, Dec 27, 2010 at 4:34 PM, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote:

 
  I'd commuted at night for almost 30 years when I did my first brevet.
  The big surprise was how very hard it was for me to read the computer
  and the cue sheet after dark.  I had a small blinkie mounted to my
  handlebars pointed down at the handlebar bag, but it was so bright on
  the cue sheet I was dazzled by the glare, and it didn't illuminate the
  mileage readout on the computer at all (and I had trouble reading the
  street signs as well) so navigating after dark was a big issue.

 I was worried about that, but it turns out I know the area well, and
 there are only about eight turns. Once we get north of Santa Cruz, we
 just ride the fifty miles or so up to Montara on Highway 1, then turn
 around and ride back.

 It'll be very very dark on Highway 1 though, with no moon.

 124 miles in eight hours? I don't think so. I'll be in the dark.

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Re: [RBW] Mele Kalikimaka

2010-12-24 Thread Ken Mattina
Wow what a tourist trap

On Fri, Dec 24, 2010 at 5:13 PM, Robert F. Harrison rfharri...@gmail.comwrote:

 Aloha everyone and happy holidays. The rains finally let up here and
 we've been treated to a lovely Xmas so far. My Quickbeam is a bit on
 the filthy side after commuting through six inch deep puddles, but I
 thought I'd take it for ride to Sand Island in Honolulu and see how
 deep the mud is before I clean it up for tomorrow's ride to Xmas
 dinner.

 Here she is with Diamond Head in the background.

 http://www.flickr.com/photos/mgps-bob/5288688281/


 Happy Holidays!

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Re: [RBW] FS: Bullmoose bars, Canti Brakes, Levers, Stems, Cassette, Drop Bolts, Stronglight and more...

2010-12-05 Thread Ken Mattina
Hi Will,

One question on the xt rear hub if still available.

Looking at the photo, is that just dirt/grease on it?  Or is it scratched
up?

Thanks

Ken

On Sun, Dec 5, 2010 at 12:12 PM, williwoods willh...@yahoo.com wrote:

 My first for sale post here, but I have sold many items on other
 websites, I hate ebay.

 Anyway the prices are not shipped but I am very reasonable, shipping
 for most items is only $5 if its under a pound and is a relatively
 small item. The Bullmoose bars will be $14 to ship anything else will
 be cheaper for shipping obviously. If you buy multiple items I will
 give a discount in the total price cause I like to make sure you are
 stoked.

 I will take paypal for payments and local pickup is fine if you are in
 the Los Angeles area.

 here is the list:

 Stronglight 49D cranks
 skipooth ring.

 170mm.

 this is a very clean crankset,

 $80

 World Class Ti BB

 One of the cups is mismatched but will work fine. maybe you have a cup
 you can use many will fit.

 Spins super smooth

 $25

 Shimano  36 ring 110 bolt spacing

 $5

 nice quality generic quill stem 1  115x5 degree 25.4

 $15

 Bontrager recessed bolt stem with gusset

 1inch quill 110mm

 $35

 LX front der. in great shape. 28.6mm top pull. bottom swing.

 $15

 Campy Mirage triple front der. 28.6mm bottom pull used for a few
 miles.

 $20

 XT BB UN 72 in great shape. spins like butter.

 68mm x 107mm

 $15

 Shimano BB UN 73 in great shape used a few time. Spins like butter.

 68mm x 115mm (need to double check spindle length)

 $15

 Headset brake hanger 1 inch

 $3

 Shimano M-750 NOS rear hub. 32 hole.

 $25

 Sram 850 8 speed 11-32 cassette. Used once and replaced. Essentially
 brand new.

 $15

 Tektro CR720 cantilever brakes

 very gently used bought here a few weeks ago. Logo has been removed
 without marring finish in any way.

 $35

 Tektro R200 brake levers

 very gently used bought here a few weeks ago. small blemish on one of
 the levers but not really noticeable. logo has been removed without
 marring finish of the levers.

 $15

 Velo Orange Grand Cru MK1 brakes.

 Used a few times with different brakepads. Brakepads have never seen a
 rim. I am not including the red straddle hanger but am including the
 shimano branded ones pictured. Sorry but I am using the ones the came
 with the brakes. Brakes are in perfect condition.

 $25

 Nitto Bullmoose Bar raw finish 150mm extension.

 Finish is in good shape (they are raw with clear LOL), There are a few
 very minor normal blems from mounting brake levers and shifters etc...

 I got these when I bought my Bombadil 2nd hand. They just didnt work
 for me and I have found bars that work much better for me. I cant
 imagine using these again even though I would like to keep em for a
 just in case scenario, but realistically I need to make room.

 $90

 Campy Drop bolts so you can mount 700c wheels on a 27 inch frame with
 standard reach center pivot brakes. Finish is flawless  campy finish.

 These are very hard to find, and I paid more for them than I am
 selling them for.

 $80

 Shimano BL-R550-R brake levers

 Used but in very good condition, shellac stains where grips would be
 butted up against.

 $20

 Sugino Chainguard

 came off my quickbeam crankset used gently.

 $10

 Caramba anti-noodles

 $15

 Travel agent

 used $10


 for pics and other misc items
 http://www.flickr.com/photos/willhrtn/sets/72157624080877652/


 If my price is silly feel free to make offers but I do my best to make
 sure the prices are reasonable from the get go.

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Re: [RBW] Re: Does anyone sew their own bags?

2010-11-25 Thread Ken Mattina
Here is a DIY handlebar bag pattern from the bob list.   It generates a
Berthoud GB-25-size nylon handlebar bag.  It was posted by
William M. deRosset.

http://groups.google.com/group/randon/browse_thread/thread/7acbbd35925f00d4

Ken

On Wed, Nov 24, 2010 at 8:38 PM, Ely Rodriguez elyk...@gmail.com wrote:

 I think 10oz is too thin, but it depends on what you are trying to do.
 Local fabric stores almost never have material that is strong enough
 for what I want to do.
 However, home sewing machines can't sew heavy fabric.
 You need an industrial strength machine with a walking foot.
 My local fabric stores do not carry the strong thread I use as well. I
 get it from an industrial place.

 I don't use a pattern, I just make it up as I go along.
 I've learned to measure a lot.
 and to draw lots of lines.
 Measure your trim lines and stitch lines and make sure everything
 lines up perfectly.
 Otherwise, stuff will get crooked, fast!

 Michael, thank you for the source for sailcloth.
 I'm using #6 and #4 cotton duck right now. I think #8 is ok, but the
 thicker stuff is actually easier for me to work with and its stiffer
 and heavier and more durable, I hope

 If you get this material, you better make sure you have a heavy duty
 machine. You can probably sew 2 layers, but other than that, I'm not
 sure if it'll work.

 http://www.rockywoods.com/Fabrics-Kits/Solid-Marine-and-Awning-Fabrics/Dyed-08-Cotton-Duck-Fabric-By-The-Yard

 The first bags I made were by hand and looked horribly awesome!
 The next few, I learned how to use a machine and they looked great.
 I'm still learning how to use my new machines.
 I'm creating a blog for people to check out.
 I'll post as much as i can.


 On Nov 24, 6:48 pm, Steve Vesel steveonb...@hotmail.com wrote:
  I also have an awl. I've used it to relocate the mounting patches on my
 sackville marks bag so I can easily open the flap when it is strapped on
 the handlebars. It was a fiddly job, and I had to change to white thread as
 my eyes wern't up to threading the loop in the dark interior of the bag with
 each stitch. Chapeau to anyone who makes an entire bag stitch by stich with
 an awl!
 
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Re: [RBW] Re: Does anyone sew their own bags?

2010-11-25 Thread Ken Mattina
Here is a finished bag.  Nice job

http://ifihadabikeblog.blogspot.com/2010/10/diy-handlebar-bag.html


On Thu, Nov 25, 2010 at 11:37 AM, Ken Mattina ken.matt...@gmail.com wrote:

 Here is a DIY handlebar bag pattern from the bob list.   It generates a
 Berthoud GB-25-size nylon handlebar bag.  It was posted by
 William M. deRosset.

 http://groups.google.com/group/randon/browse_thread/thread/7acbbd35925f00d4

 Ken


 On Wed, Nov 24, 2010 at 8:38 PM, Ely Rodriguez elyk...@gmail.com wrote:

 I think 10oz is too thin, but it depends on what you are trying to do.
 Local fabric stores almost never have material that is strong enough
 for what I want to do.
 However, home sewing machines can't sew heavy fabric.
 You need an industrial strength machine with a walking foot.
 My local fabric stores do not carry the strong thread I use as well. I
 get it from an industrial place.

 I don't use a pattern, I just make it up as I go along.
 I've learned to measure a lot.
 and to draw lots of lines.
 Measure your trim lines and stitch lines and make sure everything
 lines up perfectly.
 Otherwise, stuff will get crooked, fast!

 Michael, thank you for the source for sailcloth.
 I'm using #6 and #4 cotton duck right now. I think #8 is ok, but the
 thicker stuff is actually easier for me to work with and its stiffer
 and heavier and more durable, I hope

 If you get this material, you better make sure you have a heavy duty
 machine. You can probably sew 2 layers, but other than that, I'm not
 sure if it'll work.

 http://www.rockywoods.com/Fabrics-Kits/Solid-Marine-and-Awning-Fabrics/Dyed-08-Cotton-Duck-Fabric-By-The-Yard

 The first bags I made were by hand and looked horribly awesome!
 The next few, I learned how to use a machine and they looked great.
 I'm still learning how to use my new machines.
 I'm creating a blog for people to check out.
 I'll post as much as i can.


 On Nov 24, 6:48 pm, Steve Vesel steveonb...@hotmail.com wrote:
  I also have an awl. I've used it to relocate the mounting patches on my
 sackville marks bag so I can easily open the flap when it is strapped on
 the handlebars. It was a fiddly job, and I had to change to white thread as
 my eyes wern't up to threading the loop in the dark interior of the bag with
 each stitch. Chapeau to anyone who makes an entire bag stitch by stich with
 an awl!
 
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Re: [RBW] birthday discounts?

2010-10-06 Thread Ken Mattina
Happy birthday Seth.  It's my birthday too!

Happy birthday to us!

Ken

On Wed, Oct 6, 2010 at 9:46 AM, Seth Vidal skvi...@gmail.com wrote:

 Hi,
  I know this sounds like a ridiculous question but I'll ask anyway -
 does anyone know what happened to the birthday discounts that Grant
 had talked about a while back?

 I sent in my info and miesha sent me back a note saying she got it but.

 well, it's my birthday today. :)

 So I was wondering if I had missed it for this year or if there was
 something else?

 Maybe I'll call and ask.

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Re: [RBW] looking to buy tubus front lowrider rack for atlantis w 26 rims: any prefs over tara vs ergo/nova?

2010-09-26 Thread Ken Mattina
That's a nice rack but my first thought was  Why didn't they finish it and
put a platform on it?

Ken

On Sun, Sep 26, 2010 at 10:22 AM, canali jwcoll...@hotmail.com wrote:

 looking to buy tubus front lowrider rack for atlantis w 26 rims:
 any prefs over the tubus tara vs ergo/nova?

 just would like to get some feedback on owners' prefs on these racks,
 if possible, pleasehad read somewhere that I'd also need some P
 clamp.

 PS just came across this newer Tubus front rack, too, designed for
 atlantis like front forks, i believe:
 http://www.tubus.com/en/lowrider/smarti

 cheers
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Re: [RBW] White Industries vbc road crank

2010-09-07 Thread Ken Mattina
I've got a 46-28 on my Lyon and I think that it's the cat's meow.

Ken

On Tue, Sep 7, 2010 at 10:39 AM, Tom Norwood tbnorw...@gmail.com wrote:

 I have one on my custom Ebisu.  I've been using it for about four years.  I
 really like it.  I wanted a 46/30 double and it allowed me to do that.  I've
 had no problems with it at all and have thousands of miles on it in Seattle
 weather.  (i.e. it's seen plenty of rain!)

 On Mon, Sep 6, 2010 at 2:03 PM, Christian 
 christian.w.mcmil...@gmail.comwrote:

 There have been several discussions that have included fleeting
 mention of this crank.  Are there folks out there using this
 crankset?  The ability to set up any gearing combination is, of
 course, quite appealing.  I do understand about being locked into the
 White Industries universe.

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Re: [RBW] looking to trade: my 53 atlantis (less than 200km) for 51

2010-09-06 Thread Ken Mattina
Hi Joe,

I'm also 5'6 with a 79 PBH and I ride a 53cm Atlantis.

I started with a 51 and traded it for a 53.  The top tube is a little long
but I use an 8cm dirt drop.

http://picasaweb.google.com/ken.mattina/KenSAtlantis#

I really think that you should go with the bigger bike unless you're running
really fat tires and doing alot of offroad.

Just my 2 cents.

Ken

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 i am often encountering neck stiffness on my rides...went for  a Guru
 bike fit and the guy was quite  helpful: had me push my saddle way
 back for more pedalling with my hips vs kness ...I had pushed it
 forward to lessen the top tube length...to me despite the PBH
 suggestion of a 53 (i'm 5'6, 79 PHB) it's too long...i've got a nitto
 with the dirt stem shooting way up and still feel a stretch in the
 hoods (esp now with my saddle back).

 my bike is pimpstripped toomight just sell it and get a
 hillson...or gunnar sport or their grand tour...anyhoo...i find my
 dekerf HT more enjoyable to ride than my atlantis due to not feeling
 dialed in right (have tried, moustache bars to get bars back towards
 me but can't remember why i gave them up)...spoke with grant today and
 he feels that size is a good one for me...but to me standover is only
 one key...if your upper torso is not in proportion, well then...

 i hadn't a chance to try it before it bought this 53...was in aaron's
 bike shop a before i bought it and he only had a size 47 in stock,
 which he thought would work (don't think so) and didn't buy it...great
 shop..had a bike fit done there, too.

 http://www.cyclofiend.com/cc/2007/cc...llins0407.html
 my newly built up Riv Atlantis
 in process of selling (too big)

 http://www.cyclofiend.com/cc/2006/cc...llins1206.html
 my Surly X-Check in retro mode

 riv rambouillet i bought/had built up an sold...
 http://www.cyclofiend.com/cc/2007/cc...llins0807.html

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[RBW] Re: Yet more stuff for sale

2010-08-30 Thread Ken Mattina
The 650A rims are 36h

On Sun, Aug 29, 2010 at 10:25 PM, Ken Mattina ken.matt...@gmail.com wrote:

 Hi All,

 I'm still clearing out space and trying to finance a couple of projects.

 All of the following are new:

 1 pair of 32mm pasela tourguards new $40
 One 26 x 1.75 pasela tourguard tire $20
 Shimano PD-A520 pedals $40
 Jandd Rack Pack II black $45
 Orange Jandd mini mountain wedge $11
 1 pair Sun CR-18 26 x 1 3/8 rims (650A) $30

 These items are lightly used:

 Kryptonite Evolution lock 11long x 5wide $30
 Lezyne L Caddy seat bag brown, large $12
 Gilles Berthoud leather mudflaps one pair $14

 Figure shipping to be around 6 bucks for everything but the rims which will
 probably be around $15

 Please respond offlist.

 Thanks

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[RBW] Re: Yet more stuff for sale

2010-08-30 Thread Ken Mattina
All of the paselas, the 650a rims, and the mudflaps are gone thanks to all
who responded.


On Sun, Aug 29, 2010 at 10:25 PM, Ken Mattina ken.matt...@gmail.com wrote:

 Hi All,

 I'm still clearing out space and trying to finance a couple of projects.

 All of the following are new:

 1 pair of 32mm pasela tourguards new $40
 One 26 x 1.75 pasela tourguard tire $20
 Shimano PD-A520 pedals $40
 Jandd Rack Pack II black $45
 Orange Jandd mini mountain wedge $11
 1 pair Sun CR-18 26 x 1 3/8 rims (650A) $30

 These items are lightly used:

 Kryptonite Evolution lock 11long x 5wide $30
 Lezyne L Caddy seat bag brown, large $12
 Gilles Berthoud leather mudflaps one pair $14

 Figure shipping to be around 6 bucks for everything but the rims which will
 probably be around $15

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[RBW] Yet more stuff for sale

2010-08-29 Thread Ken Mattina
Hi All,

I'm still clearing out space and trying to finance a couple of projects.

All of the following are new:

1 pair of 32mm pasela tourguards new $40
One 26 x 1.75 pasela tourguard tire $20
Shimano PD-A520 pedals $40
Jandd Rack Pack II black $45
Orange Jandd mini mountain wedge $11
1 pair Sun CR-18 26 x 1 3/8 rims (650A) $30

These items are lightly used:

Kryptonite Evolution lock 11long x 5wide $30
Lezyne L Caddy seat bag brown, large $12
Gilles Berthoud leather mudflaps one pair $14

Figure shipping to be around 6 bucks for everything but the rims which will
probably be around $15

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Re: [RBW] Re: Riv's Retreat from 650B in Larger Sizes, Optimum Tire Pressures/Sizes

2010-08-18 Thread Ken Mattina
maybe they broke their ankles or something

On Wed, Aug 18, 2010 at 8:33 PM, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.comwrote:

 Did it just become February all of a sudden?


 On Wed, Aug 18, 2010 at 7:02 PM, Earl Grey earlg...@gmail.com wrote:



 On Aug 19, 3:47 am, bfd bfd...@yahoo.com wrote:
  On Aug 18, 1:10 pm, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote:
 
  But, as Patrick stated if it gets someone out on a bike than what's
  not to like?!

 I am not sure it's all that fabulous getting a person on a bike that
 cannot serve as functional transportation (functional meaning even
 when it rains or it's dark or you need to carry stuff), especially if
 it reinforces the perception (in his/her mind, and in folks watching
 him/her zip down the road) that a bike is nothing more than an
 expensive toy for a rich person's sport, who is frivolously taking
 road space away from people who *need* to go somewhere in their cars.
 Maybe that road racer will eventually realize that a bike can be used
 for transportation, and will go out of his/her way (as s/he must
 today) to find a bike that fulfills those needs. But unfortunately I
 think it is equally likely that the limitations of the bike they own
 (and the bikes they see on the road) will lead them to believe that
 all bikes are toys.

 Granted, I see little problem with having a few racing bikes on the
 road. But when that is the vast majority of the road bikes out there,
 and the vast majority of the road bikes in the shops, then not only is
 bicycling the poorer for it, but we as a society are.

 Imagine for a moment that the car industry offered us nothing but
 trunk- and top-less Formula 1 cars (racing bikes), military spec
 Hummers (mtn bikes) oh, and a few Yugos (today's standard hybrids) and
 a few Jeep Wranglers (low-end mountain bikes). A ludicrous proposition
 (though sensible cars *are* few and far between), yet that is what the
 mainstream bike industry looks like today.

 So, thanks, Grant and everyone who is dedicated to showing there is an
 alternative.

 Gernot


 The bad thing is that because racing style bikes are so
  prevalent, they dominate the market and make it harder for good,
  reliable equipment to be available at a reasonable price. The big
  example of that is Mavic removing its MA2 rim from the market.
  Arguably one of the best clincher rims ever made.
 
  Similarly, back in 2008, when  I was building up my steel cross/
  commuter bike, Paul Taylor breakaway, I wanted silver parts to match
  my black with gold paneled frameset. It may sound funny, but silver
  parts were not that easy to find! On my own, I was able to find most
  parts used or NOS and my LBS luckily sold Nitto bars and threadless
  stem. Of course, this was before VO started carrying more silver
  parts. Still, it was harder than sourcing black components which seem
  to be abundant in all price ranges. Good Luck!

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Re: [RBW] Re: Rambouillet 650 B conversion

2010-08-16 Thread Ken Mattina
Kathryn Hall did a 650b conversion on her Rambouillet

http://tinyurl.com/nx3dnl


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 I want to say that there was an article in the RR about 650b
 conversions and that it mentioned the Rambouillet is not a good
 candidate for this. Your best bet is to call RBWHQ today and ask them
 directly about it. I doubt they'll steer you wrong.

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Re: [RBW] Re: Root beer Rambouillet

2010-08-10 Thread Ken Mattina
If I remember right, I paid a thousand bucks for my Rambouillet frame, fork
and headset.

That buyer got a great deal.

Ken

On Tue, Aug 10, 2010 at 8:07 PM, rob markwardt robmar...@hotmail.comwrote:

 Agreed.  I would have thought just the frame would have sold close to
 that. Throw in Honjos, XTR wheels, and Mafac brakes and that's a
 deal.  I've been thinking about selling my Rambo frame to finance
 another but if that's the going rate I think I'll keep riding it.

 On Aug 10, 8:00 pm, rcnute rcn...@hotmail.com wrote:
  Someone got a good deal!
 
  Ryan
 
  On Aug 9, 11:40 pm, Rob Harrison robha...@gmail.com wrote:
 
 
 
   Oh man, that is beautiful...and perfectly sized for me
 
   Hm, I could buy it...as long as I can come and live with someone on
   the list, 'cause I'd be lookin' for new digs once my wife found
   out;)
 
   Rob in Seattle
 
   On Aug 9, 2010, at 7:20 PM, cyclotourist wrote:
 
Speaking of ebay and Rivendell, this frame is stunning:
 
   http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=330459226341
 
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Re: [RBW] Re: Sackville TrunkSack Alternative

2010-07-31 Thread Ken Mattina
How about these?

http://www.flickr.com/photos/31353...@n07/3395869360/in/set-72157616085693460/





On Sat, Jul 31, 2010 at 4:05 PM, scott clankbonesh...@gmail.com wrote:

 They may be doing a trunksack in the tweed. But if'n she is in a
 hurry, you may be out of luck. Maybe stap a wald backet to the back
 and never worry about which bag to use.
   Scott

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  My wife loves the design of the Sackville TrunkSack. Its just what she
  needs to replace some pans that are to big. However she is not down
  with the color.
 
  Anyone know of any of choices that are just not black nylon from the
  local race rider bike store?
 
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Re: [RBW] Re: Wanted: very small Rivish/bobish bike (42-45cm seat-tube)

2010-07-26 Thread Ken Mattina
The soma buena vista comes in a 42cm size.  The salsa vaya comes in a 50cm
although according to the geometry chart, the seat tube measures 45cm.

Both use 26 (559mm) wheels.

http://www.somafab.com/bvista.html

http://salsacycles.com/bikes/vaya/frame/



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 Oops, that was a RBW'er in Fort Collins.  Found an incredible nice 43.5cm
 custom made Hujsak
 http://web.archive.org/web/20070502135954/http://www.hujsak.com/bike
 built around 650c wheels.

 'Nother good small bike is the Redline Conquest 
 24.http://www.redlinebicycles.com/bikes/cyclocross/2010-conquest-24
 They have the benefit of decent tire clearance.

 On Mon, Jul 26, 2010 at 9:13 PM, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.comwrote:

 Patience in looking for a used one, along w/ putting the All Hands On Deck
 call out on the RBW list is probably the best thing you can do.  My friend's
 wife bought a very small (42cm) bike w/ 650c wheels due to a friend of a
 friend that knew about some bike for sale in Texas.


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 The Hilborne comes in a 48. If a new Riv is too expensive, there are
 older road bikes available in small sizes if you keep your eyes
 peeled. My wife has an 80's Trek and a Fuso in 48 but neither are for
 sale. If I was small enough, I'd go for a Vitus like this:
 http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/bik/1860063345.html

 Also, Surly's go to 42cm in several models, and Soma goes to at least
 48cm.

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  My friend has been riding a Fisher mountain bike for years (a 13) but
  now wants a faster/more versatile bike for mixed and road riding and
  commuting. Pretty much the only stock bikes that fit her are Terrys
  (her PBH is 67cm), and she isn't quite ready to drop $3000. Does
  anyone have a very small diamond-framed or small mixte-framed (up to
  48cm?) bike sitting around looking for a rider?
 
  If so, please send me detailed info.
 
  Thanks,

 
  Gernot

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Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell as a beater bike?

2010-07-18 Thread Ken Mattina
I think that 80's mtb's make the best beaters

http://www.flickr.com/photos/16266...@n00/4298178773/

http://picasaweb.google.com/ken.mattina/BianchiSuperGrizzly#5339609849183018498

Ken

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 That Trek is very nice and VERY similarly spec'd and priced to the
 Surly LHT. I think once you break the $1000 barrier people no longer
 want to treat it as a beater.

 On Jul 18, 3:44 pm, eflayer eddie.fla...@att.net wrote:
  very mass produced with good parts = + $1000
 
  http://www.fujibikes.com/LifeStyle/ClassicSeries/Touring.aspx
 
  On Jul 18, 11:32 am, andrew hill neurod...@gmail.com wrote:
 
 
 
   what about the Handsome Devil?  that could prob be built up for sub-$1K
 pretty easily.
 
   On Jul 18, 2010, at 2:17 PM, Johnny Alien wrote:
 
Those are both hi-tensile very low quality steel. I can't imagine
Rivendell doing anything like that even for a budget bike. The
Rivendell name still needs to go on it.  Neither is anywhere near
 what
Surly or VO has. Even the lower level Bridgestones back in the day
were CrMo. I was looking for steel that might be something Grant
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Re: [RBW] Re: Event ride on Saluki coming up, need advise

2010-07-12 Thread Ken Mattina
look out for poison ivy before you pee in the woods

Ken

On Mon, Jul 12, 2010 at 9:59 PM, rcnute rcn...@hotmail.com wrote:

 Sip when thirsty.  Eat a little bit every 25 miles.  If you feel like
 you're pushing a comfortable speed, slow down.  Enjoy!

 Ryan

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  year for me.  I am looking for food, hydration or whatever advise so I
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[RBW] Nitto canti adapter studs for sale

2010-07-01 Thread Ken Mattina
 Hi all,

Is anyone interested a lightly used set of Nitto front rack canti adapter
studs to go along with nitto M-12 rack?

Bens' is selling them on ebay for $17.99 plus $7.95 shipping.

I'll sell them for $15 shipped.

Please respond offlist.

Thanks

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[RBW] Noodles and Cantis for sale

2010-06-21 Thread Ken Mattina
Hi All,

I have a couple of things that might be of interest for sale.

44cm Nitto noodle handlebar, brand new.  $40

Origin8 Pro Force silver high profile cantilever brakes (front  rear),
brand new $40

Prices do not include shipping.

Please respond offlist.

Thanks

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[RBW] Re: Noodles and Cantis for sale

2010-06-21 Thread Ken Mattina
The noodles have sold thanks to all who replied.

Ken

On Mon, Jun 21, 2010 at 1:13 PM, Ken Mattina ken.matt...@gmail.com wrote:

 Hi All,

 I have a couple of things that might be of interest for sale.

 44cm Nitto noodle handlebar, brand new.  $40

 Origin8 Pro Force silver high profile cantilever brakes (front  rear),
 brand new $40

 Prices do not include shipping.

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Re: [RBW] Re: where to SS?

2010-06-21 Thread Ken Mattina
Here's another vote for Stephen Belinky.  Nice guy to work with.

He has specials every once and a while and will knock a hundred bucks off of
the price of a retrofit.

If you're not in a rush, check with him to see when the next special will
run.

Ken

On Mon, Jun 21, 2010 at 4:09 PM, S.Cutshall clotht...@gmail.com wrote:

 Lots of great choices for SS retro-fits, but my two strongest votes
 would go to:

 Bilenky in Philly [they do a ton and can -also- do your paint work
 too]

 Bob Brown in St. Paul, MN [also does a ton of retro-fits too, and does
 great paint as well].

 **Disclaimer: Know both fellas, both are friends, that said though...
 both DO great work on coupler retro-fits + re-paints**

 -Scott

 On Jun 21, 3:49 pm, J L subfas...@gmail.com wrote:
  Hello all,
 
  I am at the point with my Saluki that I would like to travel with the
 bike.
  I have decided that pros and cons weighted the best option for me is to
 use
  SS couplers.  I am in San Francisco, what are peoples recommendations
 about
  getting the frame SS converted?  After it is done I would like the
 re-paint
  to be done well - if that changes anything.  I would gladly ship but if
  there is someplace in-state that would be better.
 
  -Jason

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Re: [RBW] portland-area Riv Ride

2010-06-06 Thread Ken Mattina
Funny Portland story.

I rode in the Worst Day of the Year ride in February with my friend
Christine.

We both had winterized bikes with full fenders.

In the middle of the ride we noticed that everyone was covered with mud
except us.

At the finish, we looked at the parked bikes.

We counted the first 100 bikes we saw.

Two of them had full fenders.

Ken



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 You're telling us that a little rain deterred cyclists from PORTLAND from
 riding?  And RIVENDELL cyclists, to boot?  Well, there goes another of
 life's truths down the proverbial drain.

 If I wasn't 600 miles away, I would have been there in my Flying Pup Tent:
 http://www.flickr.com/photos/35176...@n03/4286289085/

 --Eric
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 www.wheelsnorth.org

 On Jun 6, 2010, at 4:56 PM, b hamon wrote:

 It rained. We came, we saw, we rode.
 A dozen responded in the affirmative but only three of us actually showed
 up:

 http://bikelovejones1.blogspot.com/2010/06/portland-rivbstone-ride.html

 (includes linkage to Flickr)

 It was a very warm rain, if that helps.
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Re: [RBW] Re: 650B dead or alive?

2010-05-13 Thread Ken Mattina
Right now I have four pairs of hetres that are hermetically sealed in an
industrial mayonnaise jar in my basement.  I also have four pairs of pari
motos on the way.  I eventually will hoard 4 pairs of every known 650b tire
known to mankind.

Also I have an extra unused 650b wheelset.  I have two hubsets that I want
to have built up for my 650b stockpile.

Funny you say?

Go ahead and laugh you fools.

We'll see who's laughing after the 650b apocalypse.

Ken

On Thu, May 13, 2010 at 10:01 AM, Sean Whelan strummer_...@yahoo.comwrote:

 Tubular tire aging is discussed here:

 http://branfordbike.com/articles/tubular-tires-pg87.htm

 --- On *Thu, 5/13/10, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery 
 thill@gmail.com*wrote:


 From: Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery thill@gmail.com
 Subject: [RBW] Re: 650B dead or alive?
 To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com
 Date: Thursday, May 13, 2010, 11:13 AM


 Now I feel like a crackpot, which isn't an unfamiliar feeling for me,
 in case you were wondering! My original post suggested a modest
 stockpile of two rims and four tires. Not exactly a lifetime supply
 to get one through the apocalypse, but enough to get one through a
 temporary shortage or the inventory bottlenecks that frequently affect
 the supply of bike parts (it was nearly impossible to get 27/630
 tires of ANY kind in the summer of 2008, for example).

 Tires and tubes will keep for a long time in a cool, dark, dry place.
 I think it helps to keep them in a plastic bag, too. I have heard that
 some old Italian racer types would age their sew-ups under
 controlled conditions for a number of years, as they would a bottle of
 wine, apparently because they believed that aging improved the tires
 in some way.

 On May 12, 4:56 am, Jorgito 
 esp...@guagua.orghttp://mc/compose?to=esp...@guagua.org
 wrote:
  Yikes, I'll have to add wheels and tires to my hoard of incandescent
  light bulbs. And hi, by the way; I'm regularly here reading but this
  is my first time posting. How long will hoarded tires and tubes keep?
 
  On May 12, 1:33 am, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery 
  thill@gmail.comhttp://mc/compose?to=thill@gmail.com
 
  wrote:
 
   The discussion about the new Pacenti 650B tires momentarily ventured
   into commentary on the future of 650B. I thought this was worth a
   discussion of its own.
 
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Re: [RBW] Re: 650B dead or alive?

2010-05-13 Thread Ken Mattina
I tried funk and wagnall's porch but I was worried that some low life
randonneur would steal them.

They're much more secure in my fortified basement.

Ken

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 On May 13, 2010, at 12:17 PM, Ken Mattina wrote:

  Right now I have four pairs of hetres that are hermetically sealed in an
 industrial mayonnaise jar in my basement.


 Shouldn't those be on Funk and Wagnall's porch?


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Re: [RBW] Re: 650B dead or alive?

2010-05-13 Thread Ken Mattina
On Thu, May 13, 2010 at 6:48 PM, RayO lochm...@msn.com wrote:

 Ken,
 What does industrial mayonaise taste like?



Miracle Whip!





 On May 13, 10:17 am, Ken Mattina ken.matt...@gmail.com wrote:
  Right now I have four pairs of hetres that are hermetically sealed in an
  industrial mayonnaise jar in my basement.  I also have four pairs of pari
  motos on the way.  I eventually will hoard 4 pairs of every known 650b
 tire
  known to mankind.
 
  Also I have an extra unused 650b wheelset.  I have two hubsets that I
 want
  to have built up for my 650b stockpile.
 
  Funny you say?
 
  Go ahead and laugh you fools.
 
  We'll see who's laughing after the 650b apocalypse.
 
  Ken
 
  On Thu, May 13, 2010 at 10:01 AM, Sean Whelan strummer_...@yahoo.com
 wrote:
 
 
 
 
 
   Tubular tire aging is discussed here:
 
  http://branfordbike.com/articles/tubular-tires-pg87.htm
 
   --- On *Thu, 5/13/10, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery 
 thill@gmail.com*wrote:
 
   From: Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery thill@gmail.com
   Subject: [RBW] Re: 650B dead or alive?
   To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com
   Date: Thursday, May 13, 2010, 11:13 AM
 
   Now I feel like a crackpot, which isn't an unfamiliar feeling for me,
   in case you were wondering! My original post suggested a modest
   stockpile of two rims and four tires. Not exactly a lifetime supply
   to get one through the apocalypse, but enough to get one through a
   temporary shortage or the inventory bottlenecks that frequently affect
   the supply of bike parts (it was nearly impossible to get 27/630
   tires of ANY kind in the summer of 2008, for example).
 
   Tires and tubes will keep for a long time in a cool, dark, dry place.
   I think it helps to keep them in a plastic bag, too. I have heard that
   some old Italian racer types would age their sew-ups under
   controlled conditions for a number of years, as they would a bottle of
   wine, apparently because they believed that aging improved the tires
   in some way.
 
   On May 12, 4:56 am, Jorgito esp...@guagua.org
 http://mc/compose?to=esp...@guagua.org
   wrote:
Yikes, I'll have to add wheels and tires to my hoard of incandescent
light bulbs. And hi, by the way; I'm regularly here reading but this
is my first time posting. How long will hoarded tires and tubes keep?
 
On May 12, 1:33 am, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery 
 thill@gmail.comhttp://mc/compose?to=thill@gmail.com
 
wrote:
 
 The discussion about the new Pacenti 650B tires momentarily
 ventured
 into commentary on the future of 650B. I thought this was worth a
 discussion of its own.
 
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Re: [RBW] 650B dead or alive?

2010-05-12 Thread Ken Mattina
I agree with Jim that it's a good idea to stockpile 650b rims and tires in
my basement.


I think that there's still new 650b bikes being introduced.  Don't forget
about the Velo Orange Polyvalent.  Also I believe that the Longleaf P/R
prototype will be arriving soon.

Ken

On Tue, May 11, 2010 at 10:33 PM, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery 
thill@gmail.com wrote:

 The discussion about the new Pacenti 650B tires momentarily ventured
 into commentary on the future of 650B. I thought this was worth a
 discussion of its own.

 Two or three years ago we had 650B bikes at Hiawatha Cyclery from at
 least three manufacturers: Rivendell, Kogswell, and Rawland. Now
 Rivendell does 650B only on smaller sizes of certain models, Kogswell
 seems to be on an indefinite hiatus, and Rawland's new models have
 been displayed at various venues with 622 and 559 wheels (with disc
 brakes, 650B will still be an option).

 To the extent that 650B has gone mainstream, it is by and large in the
 27.5 wheel size for mountain bikes. It seems like new disc-specific
 rim and fat-knobby tire options are proliferating, but the 650B rim
 and tire options for road bikes have not expanded much, if at all,
 since I first read about 650B in the Rivendell Reader. There are some
 small importers/manufacturers like Jan Heine with the Gran Bois and
 now Pacenti with his Pari-Moto, but they have yet to get their tires
 into the QBP catalog or on any Treks. I was pleasantly surprised to
 see another of my mainstream distributors pick up some 650B stuff, but
 again, it was mostly of the MTB variety.

 I'm not sure Rivendell and a few custom framebuilders can sell enough
 650B bikes to support much expansion, or even maintain current levels
 of the 650B rim/tire selection and availability. Unless the 650B size
 gets picked up by Trek or some other major player, I think its future
 will be at best as a niche item with limited selection and spotty
 availability. I'd encourage 650B bike owners and aficionados to
 stockpile an extra set of rims and a couple sets of favorite tires,
 just in case.

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Re: [RBW] Re: Riv's favorite names from the suggestions

2010-05-08 Thread Ken Mattina
Okay I'll play.

Porgie Tirebiter!



On Sat, May 8, 2010 at 10:45 AM, muckum toddjeffr...@sbcglobal.net wrote:

 Rasputin !

 On May 6, 1:45 pm, Grant Petersen gr...@rivbike.com wrote:
  Abe Vigoda and Dick Van Patton--- pure genius!
 
  I think Jerry Van Dyke might beat both of those, though.
 
  Larry Matthews, for a youngster's bike?
 
  LaToya Jackson, for a women's bike.
 
  There's only so much time, only so many lugs.
 
  --
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Re: [RBW] racks vs. paint

2010-04-12 Thread Ken Mattina
Hey Joel you can probably get it powdercoated any color you want for less
than 30 bucks.

Ken

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 So, I have this Hillborne and it's a swell bike. Best bike, for me,
 ever. Nice saddle, good lights, comfy bar. When I look at it I think
 to myself that's sure a pretty... darnit, I wish that rack wasn't
 black. I have a Tubus Cargo on the back and the black is just not
 working for me. Let me rephrase that: the black Tubus works for me
 great, but it's just not jiving with the rest of the aesthetics. So I
 figure I've got 3 choices:

 1. Live with it.
 2. Sell it.
 3. Paint it!

 Anyone have any experience with painting a rack? I know there are some
 quality automotive finishes available in the esteemed rattle-can form
 factor, and if I paint it I can pretty well cross number 2 off the
 list if I don't like it. I humbly solicit your collective wisdom. Oh,
 and here's a current pic of the aforementioned noble steed:

 http://www.flickr.com/photos/45524...@n08/4485990996/

 Thanks,
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Re: [RBW] Re: Ribbit Cantis?

2010-02-21 Thread Ken Mattina
Aren't the origin8 cantis very similar to the ribbits?  I've heard great
things about the origin8's.

http://www.origin-8.com/product_detail.php?short_code=Pro+Force+Cantilevercl1=BRAKES

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 Yep - they are great brakes.  They look pretty cool, of course - and
 set up properly, they are quite effective at stopping!  I just wore
 through the pads after two years of use, with plenty of off-road
 braking.

 I'm not a big fan of the Tektro dial in hangers.  When I change out
 the h'bars next, I'll just put generic hangers on there.

 Like the old Mafacs and Frogleg copies, there is no toe-in
 adjustment.  I just sanded down to pads to prevent squeaking.  Not
 good for those who want to plug and play, but with a bit of elbow
 grease, they are nice brakes to have.  I wish they were still
 available...

 I think Tektro still makes 'em?  I've seen a black racing model
 before...

 Esteban
 San Diego, Calif.

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  I know that Esteban has them on his (gorgeous) Protovelo and loves
  them. I have them on my DoubleCross and think I need to tweak my cable
  housing and the straddle length. They are definitely good but I still
  need to tweak mine some.
 
  On Feb 21, 12:23 pm, Rick Smith rick_sm...@sulfurstar.com wrote:
 
 
 
   I just purchased Ribbit cantilever brakes (front and rear) for my
   Saluki to replace Shimano r550 cantis and probably should have asked
   around to hear what folks thought of them.
 
   Anyone with experience using these?
 
   Thanks in advance.
 
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Re: [RBW] Tire size on small Ram

2010-02-19 Thread Ken Mattina
That bicycle uses ISO 559mm wheels and tires.  That is standard mountain
bike size.

I'd also use the tektro big mouth brake calipers to get a bigger tire in
there.

Hope that helps.

Ken

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 I have a 50cm Ram that is currently being assembled. The shop said
 that the 26 inch wheels on it are not mountain bike wheels but an
 older/ rare 26 inch road size. He said it may be difficult to get
 tires. I had never heard this. Anyone have a Ram with 26 inch wheels
 or know if they are an oddball size or not?

 Thanks!
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Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar Update

2010-02-06 Thread Ken Mattina
I believe you have to have a wit to do that.

Ken

On Sat, Feb 6, 2010 at 7:43 PM, rcnute rcn...@hotmail.com wrote:

 I think Ken was making a witticism.

 Ryan

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   On Sat, Feb 6, 2010 at 6:53 PM, Ken Mattina ken.matt...@gmail.com
 wrote:
   Hunqapillar?
 
   What a silly name!
 
   What do you guys think?
 
  There have already been multiple threads on this - i like the name a
  lot, others hate it. IOW, the usual banter when Riv announces a new
  model :-)
 
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Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar da name

2010-01-25 Thread Ken Mattina
Is it spring yet?




On Mon, Jan 25, 2010 at 10:35 PM, charlie charles_v...@hotmail.com wrote:

 What about calling it the Camper, or SO24 or whatever abbreviation
 describes those weekend camp outs. Actually Hunqapillar is fine with
 me. If its controversial now imagine what non Riv aficionados with say
 about it when they see it.
 I'm looking forward to the Simple one frame set, is that still a
 reality for spring ? I'm holding outfor now.


 On Jan 25, 9:22 pm, Grant Petersen gr...@rivbike.com wrote:
   brustow says:
  Nice try..but it's a dumb ass name
  Is Grant directly
  poking at those who deride steel as too slow, heavy and old fashioned?
 
  Grant (that's me) says:
  Nope, there's no deepness to the name, and that wouldn't be a direct,
  anyway.
 
  Not digging the name---I get that. It's not suave or clever or classic.
 But
  Hunqapillar sounds friendly and distinctive to me, and it's not likely
 to
  blend in with other bike brand names. It seems perfect for the wooly
  mammoth, too.
 
  Atlantis, Rambouillet, Romulus, Saluki, A. Homer Hilsen, Bombadil,
 Roadeo,
  Glorius, Wilbury, Betty Foy, Yves Gomez, Sam Hillborne, and HUNQAPILLAR.
  See? Fits right in!
 
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Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapiller news

2010-01-22 Thread Ken Mattina
You know it seems like these kinds of discussions only happen during the
winter.

;-)




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 This discussion seems to be turning into a forum on the present focus
 of the company.  With a lot of values coming into it.

 Reminds me of when I was cold shouldered out of some off (paved)
 road riding/racing in the mid to late 1980's because I wasn't part of
 the initial phenom on Mt. Tam.  2000 miles from where I live.

 And how I'm starting to feel now because I don't (a) ride fixed gear
 only; (b) ride brevets and try to beat everyone's time.

 Seems like folks are more into exclusion than anything these days.
 You'd think that after living my entire life being excluded would be
 used to it.  Guess my skin ain't thick enough yet.

 Eric Platt
 St. Paul, MN

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   On Fri, Jan 22, 2010 at 17:00, Brad Gantt brdg...@gmail.com wrote:
   Perhaps you could explain how Rivendell has drifted away from the
   ideals stated below. There is nothing road-ish of off-road-ish about
   them. Rivendell has always been a personal expression of velosophy
   for Grant which is full of contradictions, idiosyncrasies, quirks and
   all of the qualities you stated below. That is what drew me to
   Rivendell and that is what makes me so happy to own one.
 
  Rivendell is wonderfully idiosyncratic, and that's one of the things
  we all love about them, right? (I wouldn't think anybody hostile to
  idiosyncrasy would even be on this list)
 
  Rivendell's emphases, styles, and identity have, however, shifted
  markedly over the last decade and a half. It makes sense that each of
  us like some of those changes and dislike others.
 
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Re: [RBW] Re: for the bunch only please

2010-01-15 Thread Ken Mattina
I like the images of the two new 650b tires.  I knew all about the pari moto
but the soma new express is a very pleasant surprise.




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 And 5C a page, too: that's (mmblmblmbml damn, run out of fingers) ... Oh! I
 got it! $4.63! Well worth it!

 Patrick have office-duty HP Laserjet, will print RR Moore

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  might clog up the printer... it's 70 pages

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  Thanks for this! I've been waiting what, 18 months for something bicycle
 to
  read. I like BQ, but the RR is still my favorite.
 
  Patrick gonna print it out and read it in bed tonight after work Moore
 
 
 
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   Sneak Preview: RR42 beta
 
   Hello All,
 
   Dave from Riv here. Rivendell Reader 42 is 99% done. Usually we post
   things to the NEWS section and immediately get emails with typos. So
   this time, we're unveiling it to the bunch first, hoping that you all
   might catch some typos before it officially goes live on the site
   and off to the printer.
 
   So here it is. Please, please, please don't spread it around the net
   just yet. Just print it out and enjoy it over the weekend. We'll post
   the typo-corrected version on Monday. We don't want folks linking to
   it just to have the link fail when we post corrections.
 
   If you find a typo, please send me (d...@rivbike.com) an email with
   all the info in the subject line, formatted thusly:
   SUBJECT: Typos: pg. xx par. xx - correction
 
   So your subject line should be something like, Typos: pg. 03 par. 09
   - Rivendale should be Rivendell
   I won't be reading the email bodies or responding, so thank you in
   advance.
   Make sense?
 
   There's no prize or incentive, just the satisfaction of being the
   first to read it.
 
   Hope you like it.
 
  
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Re: [RBW] Re: Atlantis and Bleriot sightings

2009-12-13 Thread Ken Mattina
Thanks for the kind words, Ryan.

Yes original WTB dirtdrop handlebars and Nitto dirtdrop stem.

Funny thing I went through two framesets and maybe 6 or 7 builds before I
could get the bike just right.

I started with a roadified Atlantis and ended up with a touring rig.

Ken

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 Ken

 Nice Set up on the Atlantis -is that a Dirtdrop stem and handlebar
 combo?  looks good

 On Dec 12, 8:05 pm, Ken Mattina ken.matt...@gmail.com wrote:
  Funny you would say that.
 
  I bought my Atlantis at Aaron's.  I have a 79cm pbh and he put me on a
 51cm
  bike with a very tall nitto stem.
 
  Within 6 months I decided it was too small for me.  Fortunately someone
 on
  the ibob list had the exact opposite problem.
 
  Their Atlantis was too big and they wanted a smaller bike.  I ended up
  trading it for a 53cm and was much happier with the fit.
 
  Here are photos:
 
  http://picasaweb.google.com/ken.mattina/KenSAtlantis#
 
  By the way, I'm not trying to trash Aaron. He seemed like a nice enough
  guy.   I'm sure he has a reason for doing things the way he does.  I just
  ended up preferring a bigger bike.
 
 
 
 
 
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   On Sat, Dec 12, 2009 at 17:54, Aaron Thomas aaron.a.tho...@gmail.com
   wrote:
Nice collection of lugged goodness. But I seem to detect a theme for
their bike builds: extra long stem extensions and bar height far in
excess of saddle height.
 
Looks like many of those folks would be positioned like they're
driving a bus.
 
   I agree - I think most of these people appear to have frames that are
   too small, based on too much seat post extension as well as the tall
   stems. I wouldn't go there for a fitting.
 
   I do hope it's working out for the customers.
 
   James Black
   Los Angeles, CA
 
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Re: [RBW] Re: Atlantis and Bleriot sightings

2009-12-12 Thread Ken Mattina
Funny you would say that.

I bought my Atlantis at Aaron's.  I have a 79cm pbh and he put me on a 51cm
bike with a very tall nitto stem.

Within 6 months I decided it was too small for me.  Fortunately someone on
the ibob list had the exact opposite problem.

Their Atlantis was too big and they wanted a smaller bike.  I ended up
trading it for a 53cm and was much happier with the fit.

Here are photos:

http://picasaweb.google.com/ken.mattina/KenSAtlantis#

By the way, I'm not trying to trash Aaron. He seemed like a nice enough
guy.   I'm sure he has a reason for doing things the way he does.  I just
ended up preferring a bigger bike.




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  Nice collection of lugged goodness. But I seem to detect a theme for
  their bike builds: extra long stem extensions and bar height far in
  excess of saddle height.
 
  Looks like many of those folks would be positioned like they're
  driving a bus.

 I agree - I think most of these people appear to have frames that are
 too small, based on too much seat post extension as well as the tall
 stems. I wouldn't go there for a fitting.

 I do hope it's working out for the customers.

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[RBW] Re: Atlantis just sold for cheap on ebay

2009-11-05 Thread Ken Mattina
Dude.  I am in awe of you.




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 On Nov 5, 2009, at 12:13, Esteban proto...@gmail.com wrote:

 
  Or just for a new puzzle how do I fit another bike into my bedroom.
 
 

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[RBW] Re: They say Old Stumpjumpers can make good All-rounders...

2009-09-15 Thread Ken Mattina
Here is my 87 Bianchi Grizzly.  I bought it on craigslist from a guy who had
been hanging it in his garage for over 20 years. My guess about 20 miles on
it.

http://picasaweb.google.com/ken.mattina/BianchiSuperGrizzly#




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 I had an '85 Stumpy Sport that I built up into an all-rounder:

 http://www.flickr.com/photos/jimg/146591937/
 http://www.flickr.com/photos/jimg/251981201/

 The one time I actually rode it off road (fire roads, 2nd photo) it
 was kinda fun, but it made a pretty poor city bike IMHO.  It was quite
 heavy, and the slack angles made for EXTREMELY twitchy slow-speed
 handling with lots of wheel flop.  I'd intended it as a bike for my
 wife, but those issues were deal-breakers for her, so this one didn't
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[RBW] Re: Acme wallet alternative?

2009-09-10 Thread Ken Mattina
Hmm... these are kind of nice and not too expensive

http://www.nstarleather.com/optimizer/product/914.html

http://www.nstarleather.com/optimizer/product/906T.html

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 Good idea; thanks.

 On 9/10/09, Tim McNamara tim...@bitstream.net wrote:
 
 
  On Sep 10, 2009, at 6:10 PM, PATRICK MOORE wrote:
 
  I'd like to see a Burrito Wrap cloth zip purse, about 4 by 3 by
  1/2; slightly shorter and thicker than my (ahem) Coach (American,
  dammit!) purse, in which I carry license, ccs, keys, a few unmarked
  bills, and occasionally coins.
 
  For a slightly upscale version, consider a zipped leather tobacco
  pouch, which will even be waterproof.  I have one that I use as a
  wallet for brevets.
 
  But will waxed cotton bleed grease onto my tan silk gabardines?
 
  I doubt it, I've never had any sort of stuff rubbing off from my old
  Acme wallets.
 
  
 


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[RBW] Re: brand V bags

2009-07-27 Thread Ken Mattina
Brand V hah I thought it was Velo Orange

On Mon, Jul 27, 2009 at 4:43 PM, rcnute rcn...@hotmail.com wrote:


 The bar bag is just what I was looking for!

 On Jul 27, 3:48 pm, J L subfas...@gmail.com wrote:
  For those of us who have been waiting: Two bags in stock on the riv
 website,
  not front page yet but I am sure they will cycle on to it.  I remember
  seeing a prototype for a third one  so I bet there is another on the way.
  Check out the pics under bags and racks.
 
  I would like to point out the irony of the brand v seat bag hanging from
 a
  Brooks saddle.  :)
  I bet no one had a non leather saddle to hang it from anyway.
 
  They did excellent work as always.
 
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