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

To bring this back around to Riv content: there is something I have been wondering. Don't these older MTB's, have high BBs? One would think that would adversely effect loaded handling. I am wrong in assuming that? Riv touts the benefits of a low BB for improved handling. I don't expect old mtbs t

[RBW] Re: What to do after a "rain ride"?

Put it in the garage. If it is really filthy, I might gently hose off the worst gunk. http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2256/2134762170_a1e18bd339.jpg No rust, and many long, wet rides. On Sep 14, 11:54 am, Jude wrote: > Post rainy ride I just throw it in the basement.  I'm not the > yardstick t

[RBW] Re: new hillborne pics

Beauty, eh. Baskets rule. On Sep 14, 8:54 pm, jason wrote: > hi everyone.. > i received my new bike a few days ago.. > i believe it's the last green in size 56...at least that riv hq > had > i know some of their dealers still have other green s.h. frames.. > this is outfitted with the cheap

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

The older Stumpjumpers had slack angles that can seem "really whack" if you're coming off something more conventional... But once you get the feel for it, you realize that these bikes can roll over just about any reasonable surface without deflecting from a straight line. I use mine mostly in the

[RBW] Re: Tandems?

I just acquired an almost perfect 1992 Santana Arriva for $800, which seemed like a pretty good deal to me. It's going to replace the too- small 1963 Gitane as a kiddie-cranker. http://planetary-gears.blogspot.com/2009/08/put-little-one-to-work.html I considered trying 650B to improve clearances,

[RBW] Re: Quickbeams on Ebay

Here's a link to the completed listing -- sold for $825! And it is clear powdercoated. http://cgi.ebay.com/Rivendell-Quickbeam-Clear-Powdercoat-62cm-Beautiful_W0QQitemZ140344695802QQcmdZViewItemQQptZRoad_Bikes?hash=item20ad321bfa&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14 On Sep 14, 8:01 pm, CycloFiend wrote: > on

[RBW] Re: Tandems?

That's very high on my list of things to do w/ our Co-Motion Double Espresso. Perfect tandem except only takes 32mm tires... would love to have some Hetres on it! On Mon, Sep 14, 2009 at 8:46 PM, Aaron Thomas wrote: > > Along the lines of the original post, I'd like to know if there are > any ta

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

I think most old suspension-less mountain bikes make great All Rounders. Most people I run into touring have an old mountain bike converted to All Rounder. I am not too sure about how the geometry changed from the early 80's to about 1997 (when it became almost impossible to get a high quality su

[RBW] new hillborne pics

hi everyone.. i received my new bike a few days ago.. i believe it's the last green in size 56...at least that riv hq had i know some of their dealers still have other green s.h. frames.. this is outfitted with the cheaper VO 48mm flutted flat-finish aluminum fenders...that weren't too difficu

[RBW] Re: Tire Survey Results

As I mentioned in response to Steve's similar suspicion, no, the ones I used were the new design and they still squirmed. On Sep 14, 7:22 pm, Tim McNamara wrote: > On Sep 14, 2009, at 2:04 PM, Aaron Thomas wrote: > > > I responded to your survey, but one thing you didn't ask about was > > CORNER

[RBW] Re: Tandems?

Along the lines of the original post, I'd like to know if there are any tandems out there suitable for doing a 650B conversion. Any ideas or pro/cons for doing such a conversion? On Sep 14, 3:49 pm, Seth Vidal wrote: > On Mon, Sep 14, 2009 at 6:18 PM, William Henderson > > wrote: > > > I want t

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

I have an '84 Stumpjumper, which is a lugged frame that still boasts the twin-plate fork. According to the Specialized Stumpjumper book, the early frames were made by Toyo. The attention to detail on my frame is impressive. On Mon, Sep 14, 2009 at 6:02 PM, James Warren wrote: > > > ...and some

[RBW] Re: From full suspension to Bombadil??

Dan, Thanks for that very insightful input. You are touching on some things that I failed to mention. Mainly the "stupid hurts" factor that I can be overcome with at times. You are really singing the truth with the confidence building of full suspension. Many times I realized half way through a d

[RBW] Re: Tandems?

On Mon, 2009-09-14 at 15:18 -0700, William Henderson wrote: > I want to build a tandem bike. Not something super expensive or > luxurious, but something I can depend on all the same and take on > longer rides and tours. Ideally I'd find a decently priced older > complete or frame and go from ther

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

I picked this up locally for $225 or so with the goal of making it into something Atlantis-like. Paying more, might as well go Surly. http://www.flickr.com/photos/30684...@n08/3921989102/sizes/o/ On Sep 14, 5:03 pm, eflayer wrote: > think the one i had recently was more vintage than that one on

[RBW] Re: From full suspension to Bombadil??

I can reply to this thread with extreme authority because I am a 40- something guy with kids who rides a rigid MTB and used to have a full- boinger. I got rid of the dual-squish bike cuz I became convinced I would not live to be much older, or at best, become disabled and unable to ride due to th

[RBW] Re: Quickbeams on Ebay

on 9/14/09 3:34 PM, Ron MH at visio...@gmail.com wrote: > > I'm bidding on that 62 cm 'beam. I sure hope I can win it! > I've been looking for one in that size for some time. I wasn't able to track down that auction, but bear in mind that if the earlier post is accurate, "clearcoat" is porous a

[RBW] Re: Quickbeams on Ebay

I'm bidding on that 62 cm 'beam. I sure hope I can win it! I've been looking for one in that size for some time. Ron > On Sep 13, 12:16 pm, "Jim M." wrote: > > > Two Quickbeams on Ebay currently. One is a green 68cm. The other is a > > 62cm that has been stripped and clearcoated. Very cool look

[RBW] Re: Tandems?

Ditto...santana sweet comfy ride. FWIW I ride a '85 TREK720 -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Steve Palincsar Sent: Monday, September 14, 2009 5:36 PM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] Re:

[RBW] Re: Other Riv-ish companies of interest to us all

oops. my apologies. here's the correct link: www.billykirk.com thanks for letting me know, michael On Sep 14, 12:07 pm, MichaelH wrote: > kim, your link doesn't work. > michael > > On Sep 14, 10:23 am, kps wrote: > > > On Sep 13, 1:56 pm, "William F. House" > > wrote:> Wondering if there

[RBW] Re: Tire Survey Results

On Sep 14, 2009, at 2:04 PM, Aaron Thomas wrote: > I responded to your survey, but one thing you didn't ask about was > CORNERING. > > In my experience the Roll-y Pol-y wins hands down. When I'd lean into > a turn on the 28 mm Pasela, I'd feel a disconcerting squirm -- so > disconcerting in fact

[RBW] Re: Riv-Inspired Photo

There was a bike in that picture? On Sep 14, 4:26 pm, Eric Norris wrote: > Let's see ... lugged steel (heck, steel handlebars!), leather saddle,   > canvas bag, and a very attractive use of wool.  What more could you   > want? > > http://www.flickr.com/photos/35176...@n03/3920451507/ > > --Eric

[RBW] Re: Tire Survey Results

Nope. Mine were the new design. Still had the squirm. On Sep 14, 1:26 pm, Steve Palincsar wrote: > On Mon, 2009-09-14 at 12:04 -0700, Aaron Thomas wrote: > > I responded to your survey, but one thing you didn't ask about was > > CORNERING. > > > In my experience the Roll-y Pol-y wins hands down.

[RBW] Re: Quickbeams on Ebay

As always, a lot of great and useful info from RBW. Thanks, everybody. After careful consideration, I am. *not* buying the $699 QB frame. I know its size commands a premium, and so the price probably isn't too high. But I really can't use a single speed bike on longish rides (which are my p

[RBW] Re: Riv-Inspired Photo

Well, she's got points of her own, as the song goes... --- On Mon, 9/14/09, Eric Norris wrote: From: Eric Norris Subject: [RBW] Riv-Inspired Photo To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Date: Monday, September 14, 2009, 5:26 PM Let's see ... lugged steel (heck, steel handlebars!), leather saddl

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

think the one i had recently was more vintage than that one on ebay. mine had the two plate fork crown. the steering geometry on that thing was really whack and not really suited for much of anything. hopefully the one on ebay is later and they upgraded the geo to work better. On Sep 14, 4:02 pm

[RBW] STI Bell Levers?

I'm sold on my bar end shifters but I don't love my stem-mounted bell so much. I use it a lot in the city and it is just plane awkward. Now, shifting when you brake makes no sense, but belling when you brake - there's an idea! Anyone else dream about STI levers hooked up to a bell? Maybe the ri

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

...and some bidders probably think so: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=230374249630&ssPageName=ADME:X:RTQ:US:1123 (I was one of those bidders and wouldn't go that high. Maybe I would have if I didn't have stout bikes already. But that is a really nice frame.) --~--~

[RBW] Re: Tandems?

On Mon, Sep 14, 2009 at 6:18 PM, William Henderson wrote: > > I want to build a tandem bike.  Not something super expensive or > luxurious, but something I can depend on all the same and take on > longer rides and tours. Ideally I'd find a decently priced older > complete or frame and go from the

[RBW] Re: Tandems?

On Mon, 2009-09-14 at 15:18 -0700, William Henderson wrote: > I want to build a tandem bike. Not something super expensive or > luxurious, but something I can depend on all the same and take on > longer rides and tours. Ideally I'd find a decently priced older > complete or frame and go from ther

[RBW] Riv-Inspired Photo

Let's see ... lugged steel (heck, steel handlebars!), leather saddle, canvas bag, and a very attractive use of wool. What more could you want? http://www.flickr.com/photos/35176...@n03/3920451507/ --Eric campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com www.wheelsnorth.org --~--~-~--~~-

[RBW] Tandems?

I want to build a tandem bike. Not something super expensive or luxurious, but something I can depend on all the same and take on longer rides and tours. Ideally I'd find a decently priced older complete or frame and go from there, as I've done with many classy old steel single-seaters. What wou

[RBW] Re: NorCal Riv Ride???

2009/9/11 erik jensen : > On Thu, Sep 10, 2009 at 6:42 AM, Tracy wrote: >> >> I'm up for a Marin ride pretty much any weekend! > > > 2 more here willing to ride/camp > whenever. I can't make the October 18th date but Emily and myself really > want to get some rides in with like minded folks havin

[RBW] Re: From full suspension to Bombadil??

It's interesting to note that one of the few modern "mountain bike" designers specializing in fully rigid bikes, Jeff Jones, uses many of the same design features as Rivendell to smooth out the ride: --highish bars --slackish seat tube angle --shortish top tube --super plump tires All of this is

[RBW] Re: From full suspension to Bombadil??

I sincerely hope Rivendell bicycles are not connoted with being an 'adult'. Personally, when I think of everything that is good about bicycles, the distinction between 'adult' and 'kid' is the furthest from my mind.I think bicycles transcend maturity. Especially bicycles like the Bombadi

[RBW] Re: Tire Survey Results

On Mon, 2009-09-14 at 12:04 -0700, Aaron Thomas wrote: > I responded to your survey, but one thing you didn't ask about was > CORNERING. > > In my experience the Roll-y Pol-y wins hands down. When I'd lean into > a turn on the 28 mm Pasela, I'd feel a disconcerting squirm -- so > disconcerting in

[RBW] Re: From full suspension to Bombadil??

On Mon, Sep 14, 2009 at 4:24 PM, jinxed wrote: > > >> I mean this entirely positively - but the above sounds like >> advertisement for rivendell: >> >> "When it is time to be an adult, talk to rivendell, they have the bike for >> you" >> >> :) >> >> good luck on the decision on the bombadil. >>

[RBW] Re: From full suspension to Bombadil??

> I mean this entirely positively - but the above sounds like > advertisement for rivendell: > > "When it is time to be an adult, talk to rivendell, they have the bike for > you" > > :) > > good luck on the decision on the bombadil. > > -sv Taken as such! BUT the funny thing is, I am now back t

[RBW] Re: From full suspension to Bombadil??

On Mon, Sep 14, 2009 at 4:01 PM, jinxed wrote: > > Now about 3 years ago, just before my daughter was born, I picked up a > new Yeti AS-R SLC full suspension cross country bike. All the sexy > stuff on it, light, fast, plush. Well, I rode it @ 6 times while my > wife was pregnant. Daughter came a

[RBW] From full suspension to Bombadil??

I know asking a bunch of bike nuts "which bike for me" is a bit of a silly proposition, but I do have some specific questions and would love to hear the commentary. So obviously as the thread title suggests, I am considering a Bombadil, coming from a full suspension bike. Now that comment in and

[RBW] Re: Other Riv-ish companies of interest to us all

On Sep 14, 1:36 pm, Rick wrote: > William:  that "Ode to Blue" was a tab on the Saddleback site, an ode > to the owner's black lab. Oh, of course! Dave Munson's dog that died. Forgot about that. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are sub

[RBW] Re: Other Riv-ish companies of interest to us all

William: that "Ode to Blue" was a tab on the Saddleback site, an ode to the owner's black lab. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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

[RBW] Re: Tire Survey Results

I responded to your survey, but one thing you didn't ask about was CORNERING. In my experience the Roll-y Pol-y wins hands down. When I'd lean into a turn on the 28 mm Pasela, I'd feel a disconcerting squirm -- so disconcerting in fact that I retired those tires after just a few rides. You may wa

[RBW] Re: What to do after a "rain ride"?

Post rainy ride I just throw it in the basement. I'm not the yardstick to measure against since I have some rust starting. I've had problems with stuck seat posts (other bikes) so I make sure the post and stem have plenty of grease. This is an ongoing maintenance item. The only time I really p

[RBW] Tire Survey Results

Thanks to everyone who responded to my tire survey. Here are the results: ROLLING--Pretty much a tie here. Early results showed the Roly Poly far ahead, but with 11 responses tallied, the Pasela is actually in lead, 6-5. FLAT RESISTANCE--Clear win for the Pasela here, with 60% of the r

[RBW] Re: How far with Albatross bars?

Yup, getting the bars close enough was definitely part of my problem as well. With a frame properly fitted for my leg length, the top tube is a bit long. I already use short stems and dirt drop stems with regular drops and flat bars. Dave On Sep 14, 10:59 am, d2mini wrote: > Ya, part of my prob

[RBW] Re: What to do after a "rain ride"?

If it's been a particularly long ride, I will at least hose the bike down to knock the mud and dirt off. A quick washing with warm soapy water if it's particularly dirty. ALWAYS dry it off. I generally don't worry about applying lube to the chain until after it's had time to dry. Water i

[RBW] Re: What to do after a "rain ride"?

At home: I usually spray the bike off with a hose and wipe it down. I only re-lube the chain when the chain starts to make noise. Too much lube is as bad as too little. On tour: I'd go crazy if I obsessed about the bike getting wet. It sits out in the rain overnight and it gets rained on during t

[RBW] Re: What to do after a "rain ride"?

On Mon, Sep 14, 2009 at 12:53 PM, Angus wrote: > > I put a couple of hours on the (fendered) Atlantis in a light rain > this Saturday.  Afterwards I lubed the chain, pulled out the stem to > check for water intrusion (there was none) and wiped the gray junk off > the rims. > > I'm curious what ot

[RBW] Re: How far with Albatross bars?

Ya, part of my problem with the stache bars was my stem wasn't quite high enough. But I also wanted a position where my hands were a little closer as well. On Sep 14, 12:03 pm, Dave Craig wrote: > So much has to do with the bike set-up/fitting with any set of bars. > I've run moustache bars that

[RBW] Re: What to do after a "rain ride"?

On Mon, Sep 14, 2009 at 12:53 PM, Angus wrote: > > I put a couple of hours on the (fendered) Atlantis in a light rain > this Saturday.  Afterwards I lubed the chain, pulled out the stem to > check for water intrusion (there was none) and wiped the gray junk off > the rims. > > I'm curious what ot

[RBW] Re: What to do after a "rain ride"?

I do nothing. Horace. On Mon, Sep 14, 2009 at 10:53 AM, Angus wrote: > > I put a couple of hours on the (fendered) Atlantis in a light rain > this Saturday.  Afterwards I lubed the chain, pulled out the stem to > check for water intrusion (there was none) and wiped the gray junk off > the rims.

[RBW] Re: What to do after a "rain ride"?

Ride it hard, put it away wet. :-) On Mon, Sep 14, 2009 at 10:53 AM, Angus wrote: > > I put a couple of hours on the (fendered) Atlantis in a light rain > this Saturday.  Afterwards I lubed the chain, pulled out the stem to > check for water intrusion (there was none) and wiped the gray junk o

[RBW] What to do after a "rain ride"?

I put a couple of hours on the (fendered) Atlantis in a light rain this Saturday. Afterwards I lubed the chain, pulled out the stem to check for water intrusion (there was none) and wiped the gray junk off the rims. I'm curious what others do to their bikes after riding in the rain? Angus --~--

[RBW] quickbeam on frame special

Hmm http://www.rivbike.com/products/list/frame_specials#product=50-272 seems like the kind of thing someone would want to act quickly on. -sv --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" gro

[RBW] Re: Other Riv-ish companies of interest to us all

kim, your link doesn't work. michael On Sep 14, 10:23 am, kps wrote: > On Sep 13, 1:56 pm, "William F. House" > wrote:> Wondering if there are other companies (not necessarily bicycle > > companies) that fellow Rivendellians appreciate. Perhaps companies > > with similar ideals or sensibilities

[RBW] Re: How far with Albatross bars?

So much has to do with the bike set-up/fitting with any set of bars. I've run moustache bars that I couldn't get comfortable on because I couldn't get them high enough and close enough on a particular bike. I've got albatross bars on my Surly Big Dummy. After several stem changes, I still haven't

[RBW] Re: How far with Albatross bars?

On Mon, Sep 14, 2009 at 12:52 PM, EricP wrote: > > I've ridden 60+ miles on an Atlantis with Albatross bars.  That's > about my limit.  Longer than that, the hands start to get a bit numb > from lack of position changes. > > They are great bars when I just want to toodle around and not have any >

[RBW] Re: How far with Albatross bars?

I've ridden 60+ miles on an Atlantis with Albatross bars. That's about my limit. Longer than that, the hands start to get a bit numb from lack of position changes. They are great bars when I just want to toodle around and not have any concern about speed. Which, actually, is almost all the tim

[RBW] Re: Bombadil and Carmina Cranks

Garth On the Bomb, I seldom find myself exerting the forces it might take to flex the big ring. If I'm standing on the pedals, I'm in the middle or small ring. At any rate, I haven't noticed any ring flex and I doubt that it's an issue with the high quality TA rings. One of the good reasons to u

[RBW] Re: Quickbeams on Ebay

I wouldn't necessarily consider it over priced. Kind of depends on the buyer. If you have the money and want a quickbeam I'd say go for it. Not like they're making more 68's. I've got a 68cm quickbeam and am a huge fan. Definitely nimble with 32's and stripped down. I hop it over all kinds of stuf

[RBW] Re: How far with Albatross bars?

I pretty routinely ride 70+ miles on my Albatross bars with no issue (longest ride 95 miles, including a 400 mile tour/ 5 day). I can't say if they are any slower over the longer distances because the bike they are on is so much different than any other bike I have. I had moustache before the Alb'

[RBW] Re: Other Riv-ish companies of interest to us all

On Sep 13, 1:56 pm, "William F. House" wrote: > Wondering if there are other companies (not necessarily bicycle > companies) that fellow Rivendellians appreciate. Perhaps companies > with similar ideals or sensibilities? So, what other companies fall in this category for you guys? i'm a big f

[RBW] Re: Other Riv-ish companies of interest to us all

I've always enjoyed shopping Garrett Wade tools. Website is at http://www.garrettwade.com . Their primary focus is woodworking, which isn't something I do, but they have enough other tools and interesting items. The quality of what I have ordered has been very good. I particularly enjoy the kni

[RBW] Re: Quickbeams on Ebay

I ride a 68 Redwood and I know how hard it is to find "tall" bikes or frames and how near impossible it is to find a used tall Rivendell frame. Now that exhausts my knowledge except this: I email the guy selling the 68 on ebay. Here is the "cut and paste" of his response to me: "Hi, Are far as I kn

[RBW] Re: Other Riv-ish companies of interest to us all

On Sep 13, 8:17 pm, Esteban wrote: > but many of their products are just more-cheaply-made- versions of >fine > products from storied companies that I'd much rather support(Nitto, Brooks, > Honjo, etc.). Brooks? you mean Selle Royal, right? --~--~-~--~~~---~--~

[RBW] Re: Bombadil and Carmina Cranks

Thanks for the help Dave. I'm about to order the Carmina in a 94/58 with the 22/34/46 as you use. I've never used the smaller BCD . . but wondered about ring flex on the 46t ring with the smaller bcd? I would think the rings are thick enough these days but I thought I'd ask. I've got an X

[RBW] Re: Other Riv-ish companies of interest to us all

> So, what other companies fall in this category for you guys? I have thought of the similarities of Rivendell and Peter Limmer and Sons Boots, http://www.limmerboot.com/. There is about a 3 1/2 year wait the last I heard for the customs, which did cost $600 and are now probably more (they make

[RBW] Re: Quickbeams on Ebay

u I assume that's a frame-only? I thought Grant didn't sell them like that...? On Mon, Sep 14, 2009 at 9:33 AM, jim wrote: > > I am in the process of buying a 64 orange QB for $1000.00 from > Rivendell. > > Jim > --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this m

[RBW] Re: How far with Albatross bars?

I've never used 'em myself but the last couple of times I've done RAGBRAI (week long ride across Iowa @ ~480 miles) there was guy doing the entire tour on a really nice looking Saluki with 'tross bars. Shaun Meehan --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message be

[RBW] How far with Albatross bars?

My moustache bars were not all that comfortable for me so I thought I'd try me some Albatross bars on the AHH to get my hands higher and closer to me. I expected to be considerably slower sitting that upright. I did feel a bit awkward at first, riding a bike in that position, but to my surprise I

[RBW] Re: Quickbeams on Ebay

On Mon, Sep 14, 2009 at 9:33 AM, jim wrote: > > I am in the process of buying a 64 orange QB for $1000.00 from > Rivendell. > I dunno about anyone else - but I wish riv had some way of telling folks what frames in what sizes they have available for immediate build/sale. -sv --~--~-~--

[RBW] Re: Quickbeams on Ebay

I still ride my QB with the front shifting a lot. I like it. I don't ride it for long rides, because I need gears, especially low ones. My lowest with the shifting QB is 24 x 18. In the Reader description, the QB only had two front rings operated by a front derailleur with just one cog in the

[RBW] Re: Quickbeams on Ebay

> > Well, maybe not, but I've been searching eBay (and craigslist, and this > list) for a long time for another large frame, and so far I've found only > low-end bike-boomers, and I already have one of those.  I get pretty excited > when I find something worth serious attention.  Maybe I should ju

[RBW] Re: Quickbeams on Ebay

I am in the process of buying a 64 orange QB for $1000.00 from Rivendell. Jim On Sep 13, 9:12 pm, ed k wrote: > Well I've been eyeballing the 68 frame - can somebody answer some questions? > > You can't buy a frame-only QB, so it's hard to compare this price to a new > bike.  Any opinions about

[RBW] Re: Quickbeams on Ebay

Correction... my QB is a 66 (duh.) On Sep 14, 9:26 am, "Bob H." wrote: > Price is relevant... how many 68cm frames do you run across? I > sympathize, as I tend to be just outside the "stock" frame range as > well. In the end it's worth what it's worth to the buyer only. > > Consider the price p

[RBW] Re: Quickbeams on Ebay

Price is relevant... how many 68cm frames do you run across? I sympathize, as I tend to be just outside the "stock" frame range as well. In the end it's worth what it's worth to the buyer only. Consider the price point of the complete bike, which used to be $1400 (and now $1600). How much do you

[RBW] Re: Quickbeams on Ebay

On Mon, Sep 14, 2009 at 2:17 AM, CycloFiend wrote: > > Options have been tried - > http://www.cyclofiend.com/rbw/quickbeam/#qbhistory > > Yeah, I like these ideas, just what I had in mind. Is there any history about how well these experiments turned out? : ) > and certainly, it's a model that'

[RBW] Yin to Yang: I have your Mini-Pump

True Karma Story: Riding the QB northbound across Mill Valley Mud yesterday @ 0930 hours, just a few yards past the last foot bridge, and I look over and see a mini-pump laying in the grass at the side of the trail. I don't break cadence and spin ahead, but glance down to find to my chagrin that m

[RBW] Re: Other Riv-ish companies of interest to us all

On Sep 13, 2:56 pm, "William F. House" wrote: > Wondering if there are other companies (not necessarily bicycle > companies) that fellow Rivendellians appreciate. Perhaps companies > with similar ideals or sensibilities? I agree that Tarptent is a great company ; and

[RBW] Re: Other Riv-ish companies of interest to us all

On Sep 13, 2:56 pm, "William F. House" wrote: > Wondering if there are other companies (not necessarily bicycle > companies) that fellow Rivendellians appreciate. Perhaps companies > with similar ideals or sensibilities? Coffee & bicycle go together better than PB & J. I like Sweet Maria's co

[RBW] Re: Other Riv-ish companies of interest to us all

I've been pleased with products from these companies that seem to follow their heart instead of the herd: My Winonah canoe has given me uncounted hours safe, fun, easy to live with time in the wilderness http://www.wenonah.com/products/template/product_detail.php?IID=25&SID=321710fd39ade1c7cb2103