[RBW] Re: Bike Tour Stuff.
Mummy bag + Tarp. Another option would be a bivy. I've got a Mountainsmith solo bivy that I use as a backup, in the event that I need to stake out a spot on a day hike that I've somehow under- estimated. I've been a big fan of ultra-light backpacking and I try to keep my packs sub-30lbs. That doesn't leave a lot of room for error, but I've also realized that I tend to overpack. However, I'd leave the Maxim mag in there out of pure necessity. Can't leave the reading materials out of the picture. :) On Apr 24, 8:01 am, EricP wrote: > I'm jealous. Would take until late June (at least) before could pack > that light of clothing for a trip. > > As an aside- have also been looking for a smaller/lighter tent, but > hard to decide on something. Especially one that would fit the > Rivendell sold sleeping bag easily. (Mine is either a non-mummy or > very minimal mummy version.) > > Eric Platt > St. Paul, MN > > On Apr 24, 7:46 am, MichaelH wrote: > > > Personally, I'd leave the dog home, and spring for a lighter tent. > > michael > > > On Apr 24, 1:24 am, manueljohnacosta > > wrote: > > > > Pictures proved that I packed > > > :http://www.flickr.com/photos/mannyacosta/sets/72157626439125925/ > > > > On Apr 23, 10:21 pm, manueljohnacosta > > > wrote: > > > > > As I get ready to pack for my third bike tour. I start doing my > > > > traditional pre-bike tour rituals. > > > > I shave my mustache. (Something I'm not quite fond of doing. Because > > > > it makes me look younger than I really I am.) > > > > I lay out all my gear and take a picture. ( Because if you don't take > > > > a picture of it. It never really happened) > > > > Then I upload the picture. ( Because I'm vain.) > > > > > As I look at my previous pre-bike tour pictures I see the evolution of > > > > gear as the time goes by. Starting from not knowing what to pack, to > > > > packing too much and then not really caring what to pack. Not having a > > > > scale but being a darn good guess-a-mater I'm putting the weight > > > > between twenty to a hundred pounds.(Remember I'm a PE teacher not a > > > > math teacher.) > > > > Curious whats the average weight for packing for a nice tour? > > > > -Manny- Hide quoted text - > > > - Show quoted text - -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] WTB: A Few Final Items for My Build
Hey Everyone! Just wanted to drop a quick note as I'm putting together my Hillborne build. I'm looking for a few last items for the bike and wondered if anyone has any of these components laying around as spares that they wouldn't mind parting with. I've got a bit of a budget, but a portion of that is going to a set of wheels that I'll have built. If any of this stuff is out there in the Rivendell world, great. Otherwise, I'll keep plugging away to build this one up right. B17 saddle - Black, Honey, aged, anything really. I've got a Flyer, but I think I'm going to keep that on my Trek grocery-getter. It's served me well and I'd rather go the B17 route on this one. Seatpost - 27.2 Bar End Shifters - I've setting up my Shimano 105 groupset w/ an 8- speed cassette. The Shimano bar ends would work, but I think Silvers would work too. Bottle cages - Silver in color, preferred. But, then again, I'd consider pretty much any color. I've got a nice set of Klean Kanteens that I love. I'm really excited to get this build done and get back out on the roads. It's been far to long that I've been away from all of this. Thanks, Mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: WTB: A Few Final Items for My Build
Ok, I've got the seat post handled. Thank you to everyone who had a seat post to offer. I've decided to go the S83 route on this one. Still looking for a B17 saddle, bar ends and I'll throw a Dirt Drop in here. I'd prefer a Dirt Drop, but I'd do a Technomic between 10-12cm. Thanks again! Mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Yesterday's Ride to Napa
I wish the local Amtrak route allowed for bikes to be hung w/out dismantling. On Apr 24, 7:29 pm, Eric Norris wrote: > http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UUPACr9YUpU&sns=em > > --Eric Nwww.Campyonly.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: WTB: A Few Final Items for My Build
And the stem is handled too. Thanks! On Apr 25, 8:16 am, Mike Irwin wrote: > Ok, I've got the seat post handled. Thank you to everyone who had a > seat post to offer. I've decided to go the S83 route on this one. > > Still looking for a B17 saddle, bar ends and I'll throw a Dirt Drop in > here. I'd prefer a Dirt Drop, but I'd do a Technomic between 10-12cm. > > Thanks again! > Mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] FS: Orange Sam Hillborne and Goodies
Hi everyone, After a number of months planning, acquiring, planning some more, waiting, I was nearing a start to my Hillborne build. But alas, due to a recent need to replace some photography equipment (ok, all of my missing photography equipment), I've decided to be happy with my current bicycle and pass along this set to someone else who wants to build up a very nice Hillborne. I'd prefer to sell as a package deal than to part out. There are some items you'll need to pick up (ie, Grip tape, brake/shifting cables, etc), but I'd say you'd be 95% there. I hadn't even unpacked most of this stuff. Full package, shipped is $1100. I can certainly do PayPal. If you have some nice digital photography equipment that you'd offer in trade, I would be willing to do that too. Essentially, I'm trying to replace a Canon T3i camera kit, with the 18-55mm lens and a Canon Normal EF 50mm f/1.4 USM Autofocus lens. Here's a link to everything... http://www.flickr.com/photos/67920719@N07/sets/72157627625965915/ Rivendell Sam Hillborne 56 (single top-tube) Includes frame, fork and headset Wheelset by Jim Thill - If you know Jim, you know he builds dang-good wheels Shimano Deore LX hubs F SHIMANO FH-T660 LX 32 SIL Q/R HUB R SHIMANO FH-T660 LX 36 SIL Q/R SS 14g THREADLESS SPOKES Salsa Delgado Cross 700c36h Silver Velox 17mm Cloth Rim tape Shimano Ultegra 8-Speed Bar End Shift Levers The whole deal - bar ends, etc, etc. Brooks Champion Standard B17 in aged brown Thomson seat post - Will hold a big guy like me (~245lbs) Brooks wrench and saddle cover Nitto standard stem Shimano 105 Groupo SRAM cassette - 8 spd, 11-28 Tektro brakes Nitto Noodle bars And everything else you see in the photos, but not the table or chairs or office plants. Email me if you have any questions. rivendellbrownbom...@gmail.com. Thanks! Mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: FS: Orange Sam Hillborne and Goodies
And sold. This Hillborne is west-bound. On Sep 25, 12:52 pm, Mike Irwin wrote: > Hi everyone, > > After a number of months planning, acquiring, planning some more, > waiting, I was nearing a start to my Hillborne build. But alas, due to > a recent need to replace some photography equipment (ok, all of my > missing photography equipment), I've decided to be happy with my > current bicycle and pass along this set to someone else who wants to > build up a very nice Hillborne. I'd prefer to sell as a package deal > than to part out. There are some items you'll need to pick up (ie, > Grip tape, brake/shifting cables, etc), but I'd say you'd be 95% > there. I hadn't even unpacked most of this stuff. > > Full package, shipped is $1100. I can certainly do PayPal. If you have > some nice digital photography equipment that you'd offer in trade, I > would be willing to do that too. Essentially, I'm trying to replace a > Canon T3i camera kit, with the 18-55mm lens and a Canon Normal EF 50mm > f/1.4 USM Autofocus lens. > > Here's a link to everything... > > http://www.flickr.com/photos/67920719@N07/sets/72157627625965915/ > > Rivendell Sam Hillborne 56 (single top-tube) > Includes frame, fork and headset > > Wheelset by Jim Thill - If you know Jim, you know he builds dang-good > wheels > Shimano Deore LX hubs > F SHIMANO FH-T660 LX 32 SIL Q/R > HUB R SHIMANO FH-T660 LX 36 SIL Q/R > SS 14g THREADLESS SPOKES > Salsa Delgado Cross 700c36h Silver > Velox 17mm Cloth Rim tape > > Shimano Ultegra 8-Speed Bar End Shift Levers > The whole deal - bar ends, etc, etc. > > Brooks Champion Standard B17 in aged brown > Thomson seat post - Will hold a big guy like me (~245lbs) > Brooks wrench and saddle cover > > Nitto standard stem > > Shimano 105 Groupo > SRAM cassette - 8 spd, 11-28 > > Tektro brakes > > Nitto Noodle bars > > And everything else you see in the photos, but not the table or chairs > or office plants. Email me if you have any questions. > rivendellbrownbom...@gmail.com. > > Thanks! > Mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: A Beautiful Day
Jim, I totally dig your setup. That is one good looking Hillborne. Mike On Jan 16, 7:47 pm, JimP wrote: > Sam Hillborne aka Crazy Horse and I headed out to ride around the > city. It was a beautiful day, 61 degrees and a clear sky. I rode > around on back streets some of which were quite narrow, none smaller > than Stoll's Alley. I had a very nice time and took a few pics FYI. > > http://www.flickr.com/photos/56694464@N02/ > > best, > > JimP -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: The Phoenix? (Hunqafied Hillborne, actually)
I'm insanely jealous of your morning ride. The weather looks beautiful. While we don't have more than a few inches of snow on the ground here in lovely Iowa, it did rain yesterday, which has made everything a catastrophically frozen mess. As a side note, I think you've persuaded me to keep my Albatross bars as I build up my next bike. I had given a lot of thought to going with a set of Noodles, but I'm thinking a nice upright position would be perfect for 2011. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Question on Bar Ends
I'm in the planning process for a new steel steed. I'm planning on going with the Hillborne and building it up to be a fine, upright country cruiser. I have a set of Albatross bars that I think I'd like to use and I have the leather Brooks grips. I'd like to know if anyone has experience w/ using bar ends with the Brooks grips. The shifters will be from a Shimano 105 groupset. I could always mount them in mountain bike fashion, but I thought the bar ends would add a level of style and refinement fit for a proper bicycle. Any ideas? Thanks in advance! Mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Question on Bar Ends
The bars and stem were a gift from my wife, so I want to still use those. The Brooks grips were a gift to myself. So, if I picked up some carved cork grips, I think that would be just fine. We'll see how it turns out. On Jan 20, 5:47 am, Thomas Lynn Skean wrote: > Well, if you've already got the parts lying around, it'd be > interesting to try to make that work. My guess, though, is that the > cable housing emerging from the bar-end shifter will interfere with > the grip's outboard retaining ring. When I asked RBW about whether I > could use bar-end shifters with the woodies grips they used to sell, > the answer was a straightforward "no" for a similar reason. > > Now, with some creative carving you *might* make it work. Looks iffy > at best to me. I'm setting up some Albatross bars with the carved cork > grips from RBW right now. > > Or, perhaps try the VO stitch-on leather grips? > > I'd love to hear how it works out. > > Yours, > Thomas Lynn Skean > > On Jan 19, 11:48 am, Mike Irwin > wrote: > > > I'm in the planning process for a new steel steed. I'm planning on > > going with the Hillborne and building it up to be a fine, upright > > country cruiser. I have a set of Albatross bars that I think I'd like > > to use and I have the leather Brooks grips. > > > I'd like to know if anyone has experience w/ using bar ends with the > > Brooks grips. The shifters will be from a Shimano 105 groupset. I > > could always mount them in mountain bike fashion, but I thought the > > bar ends would add a level of style and refinement fit for a proper > > bicycle. > > > Any ideas? > > > Thanks in advance! > > Mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Do we need a Hillborne Flickr group?
Soon, I'll be able to add my own pics. I just pulled the trigger on a Hillborne frameset and will spend the next month or so diligently building it up. Thanks Jim T. In the meantime, I can use this flickr group to vet my build ideas. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Do we need a Hillborne Flickr group?
Thanks Forrest. I'm really looking forward to this build. On Jan 20, 9:59 pm, Forrest wrote: > Congrats, Mike Irwin, on taking the plunge. -- Forrest > > On Jan 20, 4:14 pm, Mike Irwin wrote: > > > Soon, I'll be able to add my own pics. I just pulled the trigger on a > > Hillborne frameset and will spend the next month or so diligently > > building it up. Thanks Jim T. In the meantime, I can use this flickr > > group to vet my build ideas. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Question on Bar Ends
Pretty cool. I've been thinking about swapping the whole stem/ Albatross bars/thumbies/shifters from my older city bike to the Hillborne. Then, I think I'm going to build the city bike back up as a racer as one of my friends has finally talked me into joining him and his girlfriend as the third wheel in their triathlon group. Thanks for the video, though. We'll see what happens in the build. On Jan 21, 11:25 pm, Angus wrote: > Mike, > > I use bar end shifters (bar cons) with cork grips on Albatross bars. > It works very well. > > I had to file a groove in the cork grips to clear the shifter cable > housing (easy to do in cork). I believe RBW demonstrated this in a > video and RR article. > > This video shows the grove. I cut mine with a round file. > > http://www.youtube.com/user/RivBikeWorks?blend=2&ob=1#p/u/6/0VaUlzsDDvk > > Angus > > On Jan 20, 9:32 am, Mike Irwin wrote: > > > The bars and stem were a gift from my wife, so I want to still use > > those. The Brooks grips were a gift to myself. So, if I picked up some > > carved cork grips, I think that would be just fine. We'll see how it > > turns out. > > > On Jan 20, 5:47 am, Thomas Lynn Skean > > wrote: > > > > Well, if you've already got the parts lying around, it'd be > > > interesting to try to make that work. My guess, though, is that the > > > cable housing emerging from the bar-end shifter will interfere with > > > the grip's outboard retaining ring. When I asked RBW about whether I > > > could use bar-end shifters with the woodies grips they used to sell, > > > the answer was a straightforward "no" for a similar reason. > > > > Now, with some creative carving you *might* make it work. Looks iffy > > > at best to me. I'm setting up some Albatross bars with the carved cork > > > grips from RBW right now. > > > > Or, perhaps try the VO stitch-on leather grips? > > > > I'd love to hear how it works out. > > > > Yours, > > > Thomas Lynn Skean > > > > On Jan 19, 11:48 am, Mike Irwin > > > wrote: > > > > > I'm in the planning process for a new steel steed. I'm planning on > > > > going with the Hillborne and building it up to be a fine, upright > > > > country cruiser. I have a set of Albatross bars that I think I'd like > > > > to use and I have the leather Brooks grips. > > > > > I'd like to know if anyone has experience w/ using bar ends with the > > > > Brooks grips. The shifters will be from a Shimano 105 groupset. I > > > > could always mount them in mountain bike fashion, but I thought the > > > > bar ends would add a level of style and refinement fit for a proper > > > > bicycle. > > > > > Any ideas? > > > > > Thanks in advance! > > > > Mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: I Got Your Pandas For You
That is great! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Shots of Emerald Green 2002 Riv Road
Absolutely beautiful. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: LS Green Rivendell Jeresy XXXXL
What is the fit like? I always wanted one, but never got around to ordering. How does a 4XL translate to regular t-shirt sizes? On Jan 31, 12:17 pm, Richard Merkin wrote: > It's woolistic and never been wornout of curiosity what would > somebody pay me for it. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: LS Green Rivendell Jeresy XXXXL
Has this item been sold yet? On Feb 1, 3:31 pm, Richard Merkin wrote: > I have a pic and will email itIm really only curious but if > somebody gives a crazy offer it's theirs. I have never worn it and > bought it from riv, it did somehow develop a couple very small holes > but my wife who is a seamstress fixed them and you can barely tell > anything was there. The fit is perfect for me at 6'1" with broad > shoulders, the L is more like an XL-XXL american. > > On Jan 31, 12:17 pm, Richard Merkin wrote: > > > It's woolistic and never been wornout of curiosity what would > > somebody pay me for it. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] FS: Rivendell Protovelo
Up for sale is my Rivendell Protovelo 650b. Its a fantastic ride. Unfortunately, due to some unforeseen circumstances, I've got to let it go. Here's a basic run down of the bicycle. If you'd prefer a honey brown B17 w/ copper rails, rather than the aged Flyer, no problem and I'll switch it out from my other bike. Neither have even remotely been worn in. I've put fewer than 200 miles on the Proto since I put it together last spring. Looking for $1,000 (shipped within the Continental US) Rivendell Protovelo 650b 59 cm frame 650b Synergy rims Shimano Deore hubs Shimano 105 group + Flight Deck SRAM 9-speed cassette Nitto Grand Randoneur drop bars Nitto Dirt Drop stem Brooks aged Flyer saddle Silver side pull brakes Col de la Vie 37mm tires Tange headset Cork handlebar tape (ready for shellac) If you're interested or have questions, please give me a shout at rivendellbrownbom...@gmail.com. Thanks! Mike --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Protovelo
Oops...here is a link to the pics. http://www.flickr.com/photos/36294...@n03/sets/72157616898042722/ On Oct 26, 1:35 pm, Mike Irwin wrote: > Up for sale is my Rivendell Protovelo 650b. Its a fantastic ride. > Unfortunately, due to some unforeseen circumstances, I've got to let > it go. Here's a basic run down of the bicycle. If you'd prefer a honey > brown B17 w/ copper rails, rather than the aged Flyer, no problem and > I'll switch it out from my other bike. Neither have even remotely been > worn in. I've put fewer than 200 miles on the Proto since I put it > together last spring. > > Looking for $1,000 (shipped within the Continental US) > > Rivendell Protovelo 650b > 59 cm frame > 650b Synergy rims > Shimano Deore hubs > Shimano 105 group + Flight Deck > SRAM 9-speed cassette > Nitto Grand Randoneur drop bars > Nitto Dirt Drop stem > Brooks aged Flyer saddle > Silver side pull brakes > Col de la Vie 37mm tires > Tange headset > Cork handlebar tape (ready for shellac) > > If you're interested or have questions, please give me a shout at > rivendellbrownbom...@gmail.com. > > Thanks! > Mike --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Protovelo
Wow. You're officially the first to give me a definite offer, so I'm considering you first in line. To be fair, I've had a number of questions come in with interest at the same time, so I've got to go with you since you offered the complete price. No one else has mentioned price. I'll cover shipping ground to you. You're just about 253 miles north of me, so that shouldn't be bad at all. If you're still offering, I'd say this bicycle is sold pending payment? Thanks for everyone who has contacted me with questions. Best regards to all and even though things have challenged me a bit lately, I'm going to keep following this group. I've made some nice acquaintances here and I have appreciated everyone's input throughout my tenure in this group and with the Riv family. Thanks, Mike On Oct 26, 3:37 pm, John Blish wrote: > Please let me know where I stand as far as being first in line for this bike > or close to it. I will gladly pay $1,000. I have to go tend to some things > I promised my wife I would to so I will be away from the computer for a few > hours. Don't worry about the firmness of my commitment. I will be happy > to give your bike a loving home. I have 2 other Rivendells in size 59 and a > QuickBeam in 58. It will be welcome in my stable. > > John > > > > On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 3:26 PM, John Blish wrote: > > And I would prefer honey brown B-17 with copper rails if that is OK with > > you. > > > John > > > On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 3:25 PM, John Blish wrote: > > >> Hi Mike, > > >> I am definitely interested in your Protovelo and sorry abut what every > >> unforeseen circumstances might have come along to cause you to have to part > >> with it. I will definitely give you $1000 shipped to me in MN. > > >> John Blish > > >> On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 1:35 PM, Mike Irwin < > >> rivendellbrownbom...@gmail.com> wrote: > > >>> Up for sale is my Rivendell Protovelo 650b. Its a fantastic ride. > >>> Unfortunately, due to some unforeseen circumstances, I've got to let > >>> it go. Here's a basic run down of the bicycle. If you'd prefer a honey > >>> brown B17 w/ copper rails, rather than the aged Flyer, no problem and > >>> I'll switch it out from my other bike. Neither have even remotely been > >>> worn in. I've put fewer than 200 miles on the Proto since I put it > >>> together last spring. > > >>> Looking for $1,000 (shipped within the Continental US) > > >>> Rivendell Protovelo 650b > >>> 59 cm frame > >>> 650b Synergy rims > >>> Shimano Deore hubs > >>> Shimano 105 group + Flight Deck > >>> SRAM 9-speed cassette > >>> Nitto Grand Randoneur drop bars > >>> Nitto Dirt Drop stem > >>> Brooks aged Flyer saddle > >>> Silver side pull brakes > >>> Col de la Vie 37mm tires > >>> Tange headset > >>> Cork handlebar tape (ready for shellac) > > >>> If you're interested or have questions, please give me a shout at > >>> rivendellbrownbom...@gmail.com. > > >>> Thanks! > >>> Mike > > >> -- > >> John Blish > >> Minneapolis MN USA > > > -- > > John Blish > > Minneapolis MN USA > > -- > John Blish > Minneapolis MN USA --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Protovelo
Hi John, I'm in Des Moines, IA. I'm pretty flexible. Give me a shout at some point this evening and we can discuss. I emailed you my phone number. Best regards, Mike On Oct 26, 5:34 pm, John Blish wrote: > Hi Mike, > > I've just got a minute between errands here and I wanted to check in. > > First, Thanks! > > I am really sorry you have to part with this bike. I promise I will care > for it well and ride it a lot. > > Please tell me how to get the money to you. I can send it tomorrow by > whatever way you like including pay pal, check, postal money order, even > Western Union I suppose or whatever is the best way for you. > > Second, thanks again. > > Don't start packing it yet. We might be able to work something out where I > meet you halfway or maybe I can even get closer than that and save the > shipping charge for you and any possibility of damage to the bike from rough > handling. Where are you? No matter what we decide on about picking it up > or shipping I will be happy to send money tomorrow. > > Back out to do errands. I will be home in 3 - 4 hours and I will check in > again then. Thanks > > John > > On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 4:52 PM, Mike Irwin > wrote: > > > > > > > Wow. > > > You're officially the first to give me a definite offer, so I'm > > considering you first in line. To be fair, I've had a number of > > questions come in with interest at the same time, so I've got to go > > with you since you offered the complete price. No one else has > > mentioned price. I'll cover shipping ground to you. You're just about > > 253 miles north of me, so that shouldn't be bad at all. > > > If you're still offering, I'd say this bicycle is sold pending > > payment? > > > Thanks for everyone who has contacted me with questions. > > > Best regards to all and even though things have challenged me a bit > > lately, I'm going to keep following this group. I've made some nice > > acquaintances here and I have appreciated everyone's input throughout > > my tenure in this group and with the Riv family. > > > Thanks, > > Mike > > > On Oct 26, 3:37 pm, John Blish wrote: > > > Please let me know where I stand as far as being first in line for this > > bike > > > or close to it. I will gladly pay $1,000. I have to go tend to some > > things > > > I promised my wife I would to so I will be away from the computer for a > > few > > > hours. Don't worry about the firmness of my commitment. I will be > > happy > > > to give your bike a loving home. I have 2 other Rivendells in size 59 > > and a > > > QuickBeam in 58. It will be welcome in my stable. > > > > John > > > > On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 3:26 PM, John Blish wrote: > > > > And I would prefer honey brown B-17 with copper rails if that is OK > > with > > > > you. > > > > > John > > > > > On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 3:25 PM, John Blish wrote: > > > > >> Hi Mike, > > > > >> I am definitely interested in your Protovelo and sorry abut what every > > > >> unforeseen circumstances might have come along to cause you to have to > > part > > > >> with it. I will definitely give you $1000 shipped to me in MN. > > > > >> John Blish > > > > >> On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 1:35 PM, Mike Irwin < > > > >> rivendellbrownbom...@gmail.com> wrote: > > > > >>> Up for sale is my Rivendell Protovelo 650b. Its a fantastic ride. > > > >>> Unfortunately, due to some unforeseen circumstances, I've got to let > > > >>> it go. Here's a basic run down of the bicycle. If you'd prefer a > > honey > > > >>> brown B17 w/ copper rails, rather than the aged Flyer, no problem and > > > >>> I'll switch it out from my other bike. Neither have even remotely > > been > > > >>> worn in. I've put fewer than 200 miles on the Proto since I put it > > > >>> together last spring. > > > > >>> Looking for $1,000 (shipped within the Continental US) > > > > >>> Rivendell Protovelo 650b > > > >>> 59 cm frame > > > >>> 650b Synergy rims > > > >>> Shimano Deore hubs > > > >>> Shimano 105 group + Flight Deck > > > >>> SRAM 9-speed cassette > > > >>> Nitto Grand Randoneur drop bars > > > >>&
[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Protovelo
Folks, It appears that the Protovelo is headed north. I really appreciate everyone's interest in the bike and the offers that have rolled through. Thanks again to everyone who inquired! Best regards, Mike On Oct 26, 7:53 pm, cyclotourist wrote: > It takes a village to sell a bike. > > > > On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 5:39 PM, Gino Zahnd wrote: > > I like how this entire conversation was public. > > > On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 4:20 PM, Mike Irwin < > > rivendellbrownbom...@gmail.com> wrote: > > >> Hi John, > > >> I'm in Des Moines, IA. I'm pretty flexible. Give me a shout at some > >> point this evening and we can discuss. I emailed you my phone number. > > >> Best regards, > >> Mike > > >> On Oct 26, 5:34 pm, John Blish wrote: > >> > Hi Mike, > > >> > I've just got a minute between errands here and I wanted to check in. > > >> > First, Thanks! > > >> > I am really sorry you have to part with this bike. I promise I will > >> care > >> > for it well and ride it a lot. > > >> > Please tell me how to get the money to you. I can send it tomorrow by > >> > whatever way you like including pay pal, check, postal money order, even > >> > Western Union I suppose or whatever is the best way for you. > > >> > Second, thanks again. > > >> > Don't start packing it yet. We might be able to work something out > >> where I > >> > meet you halfway or maybe I can even get closer than that and save the > >> > shipping charge for you and any possibility of damage to the bike from > >> rough > >> > handling. Where are you? No matter what we decide on about picking it > >> up > >> > or shipping I will be happy to send money tomorrow. > > >> > Back out to do errands. I will be home in 3 - 4 hours and I will check > >> in > >> > again then. Thanks > > >> > John > > >> > On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 4:52 PM, Mike Irwin > >> > wrote: > > >> > > Wow. > > >> > > You're officially the first to give me a definite offer, so I'm > >> > > considering you first in line. To be fair, I've had a number of > >> > > questions come in with interest at the same time, so I've got to go > >> > > with you since you offered the complete price. No one else has > >> > > mentioned price. I'll cover shipping ground to you. You're just about > >> > > 253 miles north of me, so that shouldn't be bad at all. > > >> > > If you're still offering, I'd say this bicycle is sold pending > >> > > payment? > > >> > > Thanks for everyone who has contacted me with questions. > > >> > > Best regards to all and even though things have challenged me a bit > >> > > lately, I'm going to keep following this group. I've made some nice > >> > > acquaintances here and I have appreciated everyone's input throughout > >> > > my tenure in this group and with the Riv family. > > >> > > Thanks, > >> > > Mike > > >> > > On Oct 26, 3:37 pm, John Blish wrote: > >> > > > Please let me know where I stand as far as being first in line for > >> this > >> > > bike > >> > > > or close to it. I will gladly pay $1,000. I have to go tend to > >> some > >> > > things > >> > > > I promised my wife I would to so I will be away from the computer > >> for a > >> > > few > >> > > > hours. Don't worry about the firmness of my commitment. I will be > >> > > happy > >> > > > to give your bike a loving home. I have 2 other Rivendells in size > >> 59 > >> > > and a > >> > > > QuickBeam in 58. It will be welcome in my stable. > > >> > > > John > > >> > > > On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 3:26 PM, John Blish > >> wrote: > >> > > > > And I would prefer honey brown B-17 with copper rails if that is > >> OK > >> > > with > >> > > > > you. > > >> > > > > John > > >> > > > > On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 3:25 PM, John Blish > >> wrote: > > >> > > > >> Hi Mike, > > >> > > > >> I am definitely interested in your Prot
[RBW] Re: Into Thick Air
I'm about 2/3 of the way through it. So far, (in my own opinion), its a great cycling adventure story for non-cyclists. That is one reason I get so excited about the Riv Reader to hit the mailbox. I crave a lot of detailed information about the technical aspect of cycling...the what's and how's more than the why's and when's. I'm the kind of person who can sit around and read review after review after review about components, etc...so maybe I'm a bad critic of the book. I keep hoping that I'll find an adventure book that not only describes a great adventure, but gives me the nitty gritty detail on the equipment used, etc, to put it into very palpable detail for me. Other than that, its a fun read, but I'm not looking to bike his route any time soon. ;) On Mar 15, 9:53 pm, RonaTD wrote: > A search of the group archives indicates there's been no discussion of > _Into Thick Air_ by Jim Malusa. I found it a very interesting read, > not just because of the bike content. Anybody else read it? > > td --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] How Much Tape is Too Much Tape?
I'm getting ready to wrap my Nitto Randonneur bars. I'm thinking about putting a set of the gel bar pads underneath the tape, but then I started to wonder if just wrapping another set of cork tape around the bars would be just as good. I'm planning on finishing with a shellac coating. I've never had shellac'ed bars before. Will they still have the give that cork wrap has? Will I even be able to tell that I have gel pads underneath? --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: How Much Tape is Too Much Tape?
Cool. The cloth over cork sounds interesting. Right now, I've got enough cork wrap for two layers, which I think I'll try, but if this isn't what I'm looking for, I may go after cloth over cork shellacked. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Albatross bars
Maybe its because the albatross bars allow me to look around a little bit more when I'm fully upright. With so much more to see, why hurry? On Mar 21, 10:53 am, charlie wrote: > Its interesting to read that you have never felt slower on your bike. > I had the opposite experience on a street converted mountain bike > using albatross bars and cork grips. I have not ridden a bike as fast > and as good on hills as this combo and I never had sore hands or a > sore backside. I use a B66 and my tires are 1.5 inch wide pumped to 80 > psi. I like the combo so much I am seriously considering changing my > drop bar Atlantis clone bike to Albatross bars or maybe mustache bars. > I'd have to get a wider saddle for that so I can't do it now but I'm > liking the idea. I want to be able to ride 50 miles with no @$$ pain > or numb hands and so far this conversion bike is really better than > anything I have been riding and I've tried every Riv trick in the > book. > > On Mar 8, 8:29 am, Dead Mike wrote: > > > I do the same thing with angling the bars slightly downward to give > > myself a more natural wrist position. I've never felt slower on my > > upright, but I also haven't felt more comfortable, either. > > > On Mar 8, 10:14 am, beth h wrote: > > > > You don't say what you switched from (I'll assume drops). When I > > > converted back to uprights from drops on my LongLow I took a friend's > > > advice to swap in a longer stem. Albatross and NorthRoad style bars > > > put the hand position farther back than expected so this turned out to > > > be good advice. My LongLow -- and my Xtracycle, which also uses a > > > North Road bar -- both ride VERY comfortably. > > > > I angle the ends down slightly, if that helps. > > > > Cheers--Beth > > > > On Mar 7, 3:42 pm, Angus wrote: > > > > > This weekend I changed to Albatross handlebars on my All-Rounder. If > > > > anyone has any suggestions/hints/advice I would welcome the input. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Connecting ROB'ers
I get a general sense of where a lot of the frequent contributors are based on stories and pictures, but I'm wondering if there is another way that we can essentially map out where members are? It might be a little easier than asking, "Hey, anyone in or near Iowa?" Has there ever been discussion related to creating regional chapters or regional events for members? I love riding, don't have a lot of folks around here that like "non-racing" rides and have wondered how many other ROB'ers might be in my neck of the woods. (I'm prefacing this with..."I'm not a fast rider, but I like creative long rides and love talkin' shop.") I know Forrest is in Iowa City. I've seen a Bleriot in the East Village of Des Moines. I think there might be a few other folks in Iowa, but may be spread out a bit. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Connecting ROB'ers
It's funny that you mention a Facebook group. I'm in a band that uses MySpace and Facebook a lot to communicate to fans, and I've always felt it was a very one sided conversation. I decided to stop using MySpace and Facebook for a couple weeks and just participate (occasionally) in my Google Groups. I feel that the conversation is much easier, although event coordination is a definite plus with a tried and true social network. On Mar 21, 2:37 pm, CycloFiend wrote: > on 3/21/09 9:16 AM, Mike Irwin at rivendellbrownbom...@gmail.com wrote: > > > > > I get a general sense of where a lot of the frequent contributors are > > based on stories and pictures, but I'm wondering if there is another > > way that we can essentially map out where members are? It might be a > > little easier than asking, "Hey, anyone in or near Iowa?" > > > Has there ever been discussion related to creating regional chapters > > or regional events for members? I love riding, don't have a lot of > > folks around here that like "non-racing" rides and have wondered how > > many other ROB'ers might be in my neck of the woods. (I'm prefacing > > this with..."I'm not a fast rider, but I like creative long rides and > > love talkin' shop.") > > > I know Forrest is in Iowa City. > > I've seen a Bleriot in the East Village of Des Moines. > > I think there might be a few other folks in Iowa, but may be spread > > out a bit. > > There's been some discussion of that. I think the SoCal Folks have been the > most effective at it so far. "SoCal Social Rides" look great! > > I did create a Rivendell Owner's Bunch on Facebook, which can help find > folks if they have joined "Geographic" groups. I'm not really pushing FB, > as I have some reservations about it, and I don't really think it lends > itself well to the kind of more thoughtful discussions we tend to have on > this group. > > (I will also remind folks that posts to this list are publically readable > via the RBW Google Groups page, so any disclosure of private locational info > should be done with that in mind.) > > That being said, I think group rides require only two people to make it a > group. (Although it does need three people to be a movement...) Put on the > best show you can for whoever shows up. Set a date far enough out, have a > good route planned and have fun! > > It also seems like folks are happy to show vistors around on their local > routes. So, the odd "Hey, I'm heading to Barstow this weekend - any good > rides?" post would probably drum up a response. > > - Jim > > GeoLoc - Earth/USA/CA/SFBayArea/NorthBay > > -- > Jim Edgar > cyclofi...@earthlink.net > > Cyclofiend Bicycle Photo Galleries -http://www.cyclofiend.com > Current Classics - Cross Bikes > Singlespeed - Working Bikes > > Your Photos are needed! - Send them here -http://www.cyclofiend.com/guidelines > > "I threw one leg over my battle-scarred all-terrain stump-jumper and rode > several miles to work. I'd sprayed it with some cheap gold paint so it > wouldn't look nice. Locked my bike to a radiator, because you never knew, > and went in." > -- Neal Stephenson, "Zodiac" --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: 1st Bombadil in the Gallery
Wow, that's a beauty. It just screams, "Let's go for a ride." I really like the black powder coat with the gold trimmed logos. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Things you love about RBW and things that make you groan
I don't have any groans, but maybe a few wishes... Love: The philosophy, the ride, the fit, the lifestyle, the passion and the practicality. Honestly, if it wasn't for an article on Riv I read in an old Dirt Rag mag, I doubt I would have ever discovered the Company, this group of individuals and I wouldn't have spurred a change in my life. At the time, I read the article, I didn't have any real goals, I felt that I wasn't the kind of guy who "did" sports and I certainly wouldn't have thought that a long distance bike ride would have been something I could do. This community, propelled by Riv, really got me pumped up to make the change and its something that I can't put a price tag on or categorize. I ride my bike often. I seek out more information about this thing I love and it keeps me challenged to make new goals, without feeling like I have to "train" or "compete." Wish: More stuff for big guys (This isn't a stab at Riv, it's a wish for the industry in general). As a guy who wears an XL t-shirt, I find myself most comfortable in 3XL or sometimes a 4XL jersey. That feels defeating. Wool is sized more closely to what I normally wear, but it seems to sell out so quickly. As soon as I see one of the Riv jerseys in a 3xl, I'm making my move. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Things you love about RBW and things that make you groan
I think most of this feedback has been fairly positive. I think we all realize that Riv always tries to do the right thing, but posts like this should be encouraged from time to time. Maybe "groan" is a word that holds a lot of negative connotation, but think about it in the same way that a company conducts feedback sessions or focus groups to understand the underlying perceptions of its clients. While some of our comments may seem overly picky, its important to get a sense of the feeling among users. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: things I like about Rivendell (ride report hijack)
I suppose the "comments" function would be dependent on the comfort level of those who manage it. But, having one stream of information would be nice. I tend to spend less time actually searching through YouTube, than watching YouTube vids embedded in a blog. I think that would be a nice feature. Pulling in articles from the reader to a blog and allowing expanded content, such as video/photo ride reports, how-to's, etc would be awesome. I love getting the Reader in the mailbox, but at the same time, if content was posted that would take me further in-depth or connect me with other RBW'ers, then I know where my preference would be. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Have a relaxing hiatus, Yehuda Moon...
Here, here. Yehuda captured the spirit and essence of many things discussed in this very forum. I shall miss it dearly in the interim. On Apr 14, 8:54 pm, Kelly wrote: > I too will miss the Yehuda Moon series as I checked in daily. I will > probably buy the books because I enjoyed the comics so much. > > On Apr 14, 6:05 pm, Peter Merryman wrote: > > > It looks like everyone's favorite Rivendellish web comic, "Yehuda Moon and > > the Kickstand Cyclery", is on an indefinite hiatus (which makes it the > > Rambouillet of web comics). > > >http://www.yehudamoon.com/index.php?date=2009-04-14 > > > It's via this list that I first found Yehuda, and many topics mulled over > > here have had a day or two in Yehuda's universe. I've noticed creator Rick > > Smith post here from time to time, so I wanted to publicly say- Thanks for > > the great strip! I wish you great success in whatever is keeping you busy! > > > -Pete --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: New to me All Rounder
Oh wow, Marty, that is one beautiful bike. On Apr 15, 6:39 am, Marty wrote: > Came across this and thought it was cool. Sounds like the first ever > AR. May try to emulate this type of bike with my old (one of the first > ever) Trek 850. Planning three stem/bar set-ups until I figure out > which feels best to my aging frame. (Me,not the Trek) I have Albatross/ > Technomic/Thumb Shifters on it now, and Noodles/Dirt Drop/Bar Ends on > deck. Third option will be what you see in these photos when I can > accumulate the parts. The original option (Straight bars/Slingshot > stem) is not an option. Evolution photos will come along shortly. > > http://www.adventurecorps.com/chronicles/bikes/rivendell/index.html > > Marty --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Have a relaxing hiatus, Yehuda Moon...
Great idea. On Apr 15, 11:00 am, Esteban wrote: > (new link): > > As an homage to Yehuda, I've created a Van Sweringen Owners bunch on > Flickr: > > http://www.flickr.com/groups/vsob/ > > Feel free to join, add your Van Swer or Rapid to the group. Real life > Yehudas welcome. > > Silly things come to those who are procrastinating. > > Esteban > San Diego, Calif. > > On Apr 15, 8:33 am, RoadieRyan wrote: > > > Oh MAN! I just discoverd Yehuda about a month ago and have been > > really enjoying it. I also discovered it via this group (Thanks) . > > So many unanswered questions > > > -Will we see Yehuda sans hat? > > -Will joe do something about the unibrow? > > -is there a future for Yehuda and thistle? > > - And of course will the *...@! hit and run driver be caught? > > > Hurry back Yehuda > > > RoadieRyan > > > On Apr 15, 7:44 am, Esteban wrote: > > > > As an homage to Yehuda, I started a Van Sweringen Owners Bunch flickr > > > group: > > > >http://www.flickr.com/groups/1080...@n21/ > > > > This is what happens when I'm going mad grading papers. > > > > Esteban > > > San Diego, Calif. > > > > On Apr 14, 8:01 pm, Mike Irwin wrote: > > > > > Here, here. Yehuda captured the spirit and essence of many things > > > > discussed in this very forum. I shall miss it dearly in the interim. > > > > > On Apr 14, 8:54 pm, Kelly wrote: > > > > > > I too will miss the Yehuda Moon series as I checked in daily. I will > > > > > probably buy the books because I enjoyed the comics so much. > > > > > > On Apr 14, 6:05 pm, Peter Merryman wrote: > > > > > > > It looks like everyone's favorite Rivendellish web comic, "Yehuda > > > > > > Moon and > > > > > > the Kickstand Cyclery", is on an indefinite hiatus (which makes it > > > > > > the > > > > > > Rambouillet of web comics). > > > > > > >http://www.yehudamoon.com/index.php?date=2009-04-14 > > > > > > > It's via this list that I first found Yehuda, and many topics > > > > > > mulled over > > > > > > here have had a day or two in Yehuda's universe. I've noticed > > > > > > creator Rick > > > > > > Smith post here from time to time, so I wanted to publicly say- > > > > > > Thanks for > > > > > > the great strip! I wish you great success in whatever is keeping > > > > > > you busy! > > > > > > > -Pete- Hide quoted text - > > > > - Show quoted text - --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Rise of the Brown Bomber
I was more excited today than the day I got my first car. Today was the day that I put the finishing touches on my Rivendell Protovelo 650b and took it for the first spin. I'm so jazzed. I had to eat an overstuffed burrito just to calm me down a bit. (Nothing like a belly full of rice, beans and peppers to put the brakes on the excitement.) Anyway, I took an easy 3 mile roll. When I got back, my wife was waiting with the camera. She knew I'd want to snap pics and post immediately. http://www.flickr.com/photos/36294...@n03/sets/72157616898042722/ A short backstory...my first experience with a Riv was a Quickbeam I picked up. Geared riding is more suited for my needs, so after a little business, I was able to set off on a new project. The frame put in its due time with Colorado Dave. (In its second life, the "Brown Bomber" as it was aptly named in this forum, will hope to see mostly rolling hills...at least for the next few months...) It took me a while to figure out how I wanted to build it up. In fact, it took me 7 months. I kept going back and forth between an upright and a traditional randonneur-style bike. My intent is to finally get out for some real nice long adventures. I've got the upright thing covered, so I decided to go full speed ahead with the randonneur design. I spent hours/days/weeks staring at the builds on Cyclofiend.com. (Thanks Jim for all your efforts...an invaluable asset during my build.) I needed a little help here and there and worked with my LBS to get through the finish line. I learned a lot in the process. My LBS owner was in awe and I showed him a few of the other models on the site. Anyway, that's my story. Thanks for everyone's patience and advice as I asked questions (often times complete newbie Q's) over the past few months. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Quickbeam with Schwalbe Big Apples
That's awesome. I just saw the photo of the tire clearance before I saw this post. I didn't click into the description and was wondering about the tires. I bet that's a sweet ride. On Apr 16, 10:20 pm, fiddlr40 wrote: > I just put Big Apples (700x50) on my Quickbeam: > > http://www.flickr.com/photos/20986...@n04/3448531380/in/pool-quickbeam > > It's a tight fit, especially on the chain stays but it's working fine. > I could probably get fenders on too but I'm not going to try that for > a while. These tires are a really comfortable ride and they feel fast > once I'm up to speed. Acceleration is noticeably slower but that's > okay, I'm not racing anyone. > > Funny story: The Big Apples replaced a set of Speedblends. I took the > Speedblends to a swap meet, not really expecting them to sell. A small > bidding war broke out, though, and the winner was a fixie rider who > was going to powdercoat his rims to match. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Rise of the Brown Bomber
Having the perfect fit is no joke. As I took off from my driveway, it felt as comfortable as an old, broken in baseball glove. I noticed that about the QB too, but not to this extent. Mind you, it was only 3 miles, but it felt like I could ride all day...and I was in a flannel shirt, Carhartt jeans and Birkenstocks. Ha! On Apr 16, 10:35 pm, David Estes wrote: > Agreed, looks like a perfect go anywhere all day bike! > > > > On Thu, Apr 16, 2009 at 7:58 PM, Randy Graves wrote: > > > Beautiful! > > > Randy > > > Mike Irwin wrote: > > > I was more excited today than the day I got my first car. Today was > > > the day that I put the finishing touches on my Rivendell Protovelo > > > 650b and took it for the first spin. > > > > I'm so jazzed. I had to eat an overstuffed burrito just to calm me > > > down a bit. (Nothing like a belly full of rice, beans and peppers to > > > put the brakes on the excitement.) > > > > Anyway, I took an easy 3 mile roll. When I got back, my wife was > > > waiting with the camera. She knew I'd want to snap pics and post > > > immediately. > > > >http://www.flickr.com/photos/36294...@n03/sets/72157616898042722/ > > > > A short backstory...my first experience with a Riv was a Quickbeam I > > > picked up. Geared riding is more suited for my needs, so after a > > > little business, I was able to set off on a new project. The frame put > > > in its due time with Colorado Dave. (In its second life, the "Brown > > > Bomber" as it was aptly named in this forum, will hope to see mostly > > > rolling hills...at least for the next few months...) > > > > It took me a while to figure out how I wanted to build it up. In fact, > > > it took me 7 months. I kept going back and forth between an upright > > > and a traditional randonneur-style bike. My intent is to finally get > > > out for some real nice long adventures. I've got the upright thing > > > covered, so I decided to go full speed ahead with the randonneur > > > design. > > > > I spent hours/days/weeks staring at the builds on Cyclofiend.com. > > > (Thanks Jim for all your efforts...an invaluable asset during my > > > build.) > > > > I needed a little help here and there and worked with my LBS to get > > > through the finish line. I learned a lot in the process. My LBS owner > > > was in awe and I showed him a few of the other models on the site. > > > > Anyway, that's my story. Thanks for everyone's patience and advice as > > > I asked questions (often times complete newbie Q's) over the past few > > > months. > > -- > Cheers, > David > Redlands, CA --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Ride Report: Along the Des Moines River
Today was our leisurely cycling group's Spring Ride. (However, I forgot both my Flip video cam and my digital camera in my car and didn't realize that I'd left it behind for about 20 minutes into the ride...another rider took some pics, so I'll try to post something up soon.) For anyone that is remotely familiar with Central Iowa, we started in Des Moines (at the Birdland Marina) and traveled north along the Des Moines River to the Saylorville Dam. I was on my Protovelo and it was a great chance to get out with the temperature around 70 F for most of the ride. The others in our small group (five in total) were mostly on steel bikes from the 70's and early 80's. (I've been somewhat successful in cultivating a small group of individuals who enjoy a tour rather than a race and have embraced the thought of a rolling bicycle adventure/picnic.) The route hugs the river pretty close and snakes through some woodland area. For anyone that heard about Iowa's 150 year flood that is apparently hitting every 15 years now (at least in the Des Moines area), the route rolls through some of the hardest hit areas. It was nice to discover that our Park and Rec group had been diligently working to clean up the trail over the past 12 months. The ride finished with a BBQ in Union Park, a park on Des Moines' north side. All in all, a successful day and a great kickoff for many more rides to come. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Ride Report: Along the Des Moines River
As promised, photos... http://www.flickr.com/photos/36294...@n03/sets/72157617599193203 Now, the scenery isn't nearly as breath-taking as some of the other ride report photos I've seen, but it was a beautiful day and everyone in the party was generally happy with the ride, the conversation and the grub. Hopefully, I'll have a few other opportunities in the near future to document some leisurely travels. Until then, I'm going to enjoy the wind... --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Ride Report: Along the Des Moines River
I wish I could but the wife and I will be out of town. I've wanted to ride up to Jefferson for some time and I'm thinking that it might be a good ride for me to do sometime this year. For those of you who are unfamiliar with the Tour de Raccoon, the ride heads northwest out of Des Moines to a smaller community called Jefferson. Its maybe 50 miles away, but you end up passing through all of these great Iowa communities on the route and its pretty easy to get distracted. The options once you get there include camping and a couple of B&B's. I've thought about staying at one of the B&B's and keeping my bike really light. Are you headed up that route, Forrest and if so, what will you be riding? On May 6, 6:44 am, Forrest wrote: > Looks like a great jaunt, Mike, with a nice group of people. Thanks > for sharing photos. Are you going to do the Tour of the Raccoon June > 13-14 (http://www.dmcycleclub.com/tour_raccoon/)? -- Forrest in Iowa > City > > On May 3, 4:19 pm, Mike Irwin wrote: > > > Today was our leisurely cycling group's Spring Ride. (However, I > > forgot both my Flip video cam and my digital camera in my car and > > didn't realize that I'd left it behind for about 20 minutes into the > > ride...another rider took some pics, so I'll try to post something up > > soon.) > > > For anyone that is remotely familiar with Central Iowa, we started in > > Des Moines (at the Birdland Marina) and traveled north along the Des > > Moines River to the Saylorville Dam. I was on my Protovelo and it was > > a great chance to get out with the temperature around 70 F for most of > > the ride. The others in our small group (five in total) were mostly on > > steel bikes from the 70's and early 80's. (I've been somewhat > > successful in cultivating a small group of individuals who enjoy a > > tour rather than a race and have embraced the thought of a rolling > > bicycle adventure/picnic.) > > > The route hugs the river pretty close and snakes through some woodland > > area. For anyone that heard about Iowa's 150 year flood that is > > apparently hitting every 15 years now (at least in the Des Moines > > area), the route rolls through some of the hardest hit areas. It was > > nice to discover that our Park and Rec group had been diligently > > working to clean up the trail over the past 12 months. > > > The ride finished with a BBQ in Union Park, a park on Des Moines' > > north side. All in all, a successful day and a great kickoff for many > > more rides to come. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Acorn Bags Online
Wow! I'm glad I got mine when I did. Acorn bags are amazing. I've been using mine for everything from commuting to light camping and they work perfectly for my needs. On May 7, 9:09 am, Esteban wrote: > That's quite an impressive business model for a two-person, part-time > operation. Happily, there're plenty of great bag options out there! > > On May 7, 6:57 am, Bill Connell wrote: > > > On Thu, May 7, 2009 at 7:56 AM, Esteban wrote: > > > > They went live about 5 minutes early, if anyone's online now > > > Filled up already. Wow. > > > I checked 5 minutes ago, and the site was being re-uploaded (empty > > directory, then a few more files, more, then the site displayed). > > > The large saddlebag is new since i checked last - very nice! > > > -- > > Bill Connell > > St. Paul, MN --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
