[RBW] Re: New Hillborn seat clamp slipping?

Bill, Jim's advice is good; sounds more sophisticated than my solution and probably best to try his first. I had one (of several) single bolt Nitto seatposts become a "chronic slipper." I ended up lightly scuffing (took the shine off) both sides of the smooth surface that the lower clamp rides o

[RBW] Re: Some Ti for Atlantis/Bombadil?

Titanium, while strong and corrosion resistant, is also known for being "notch sensitive." It would seem to be a good material for bicycles & bicycle parts if the designer doesn't try to get them overly light. Angus On Oct 24, 2:22 pm, CycloFiend wrote: > on 10/24/09 10:35 AM, newenglandbike a

[RBW] Re: New Hillborn seat clamp slipping?

On Sun, 2009-10-25 at 12:52 -0700, grib wrote: > My wife just received a new Sam H and it's a beauty. The only problem > is that we can't get her B17 to stay in place; it slips to a nose-up > position with just moderate pressure on the back of the saddle. > > I'm not sure of the seat post model;

[RBW] Re: Nice handmade tourers FS on 'bay

I always thought the first Stumpjumper were copies of frames made by Tom Ritchey for the original MountainBike company (owned by Gary Fisher and Charlie Kelley and later sold to Trek) that Mike Sinyard bought and had tig welded in Japan: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_the_mountain_bike_a

[RBW] Re: Some Ti for Atlantis/Bombadil?

> Kind of a dumb question but I'm going to ask anyway. Is the > difference between a Ti B17 and a regular B17 just that it weighs less > or is there some other advantage? The price differential is > substantial. > GeorgeS It is a point of rapt debate among weight weenies and those who are not.

[RBW] Re: Nice handmade tourers FS on 'bay

> I always thought the first Stumpjumper were copies of frames made by > Tom Ritchey for the original MountainBike company (owned by Gary > Fisher and Charlie Kelley and later sold to Trek) that Mike Sinyard > bought and had tig welded in Japan Inspired perhaps. Stumpjumpers were massed produce

[RBW] Re: Some Ti for Atlantis/Bombadil?

weight weenies are not often found on any leather saddle. The Ti models offer a jewelry cachet to a device that really is just designed to hold your bottom while you pedal. It's less elegant to think of it that way though :) I concur with Joel's observations.

[RBW] Re: New Hillborn seat clamp slipping?

The stock Hillborne seatpost is not a Nitto. But a copy of one. Besides Jim's good suggestions, will add you might want to take a piece of medium grit sandpaper and slightly roughen up the parts of the post where the lower clamp and post itself meet. At the worst, your local bike shop would have

[RBW] Re: Who's in the queue for a custom Rivendell?

On Oct 24, 12:54 am, benzzoy wrote: >I believe Grant prefer rear racks but I'm hoping he'll design a frame/fork >suitable for >a Berthoud or Acorn front bag; perhaps Grant and Mark >(Nobilette) may even consent to brazing up a simple custom front rack. :) . >.. . > Finally, and this is way ou

[RBW] Re: WTT: Nitto M12 Front Rack

Same here. Maybe there are two out there. GeorgeS On Oct 26, 12:39 am, Rene wrote: > Hi all, > > Before buying brand new online, I thought of taking my chances of > getting a used but in a good condition Nitto M12 front rack from the > group. > > Please email me off list: > > valbu...@ix.netcom

[RBW] Re: Some Ti for Atlantis/Bombadil?

I have a Ti Brooks, because when I bought mine, I think they were only $120 while the normals were $70. Pretty good deal, worth it to save 150 grams or whatever it is, because lighter is better. Not worth it now for the price difference. Also, the Ti model at the time came in a color which looked

[RBW] Re: Death Valley Century/Double Ride Report Fall 2009

The OC ride was a helluva lot of fun, I'm not going to rub it in and say that you boys missed out, but here's a link to the pics... http://www.flickr.com/photos/wwqandy/sets/72157622542481011/ -Andy On Oct 25, 8:32 pm, Esteban wrote: > The AdventureCorps Death Valley ride was Saturday, and Dust

[RBW] FS: Speedblends & Jack Brown greens

Too many tires...following are for sale - One pair of Pasela 700x35 Speedblends, these have been mounted but not ridden. Didn't clear the fork of the bike they were planned for. $55/pr plus shipping - One pair of RolyPoly speedblends, 700x28, approx. 300 miles of riding on them. $35/pr plus ship

[RBW] Re: Who's in the queue for a custom Rivendell?

Howdy folks. Unless there has been some fairly recent and radical change, a Riv Custom isn't really "custom". It is Grant's design for you, tweaked within limits to your preferences. I know of at least one Custom from the Curt Goodrich days that was built with braze-ons for centerpull brakes and

[RBW] Re: Nice handmade tourers FS on 'bay

Tom Ritchey made frames "haphazzard"? I don't think so! On 26 Okt, 14:02, JoelMatthews wrote: > > I always thought the first Stumpjumper were copies of  frames made by > > Tom Ritchey for the original MountainBike company (owned by Gary > > Fisher and Charlie Kelley and later sold to Trek) that

[RBW] Re: Who's in the queue for a custom Rivendell?

Grant says exactly that in his notes on custom bike ordering. He suggests that you look at Rivs carefully to be sure that your interests align with the RBW gestalt. Copy/paste from the notes: "I absolutely listen to your wishes and input, and in fact require it, want it, and use it. But ultima

[RBW] Re: Noise while braking on new AHH

Don't feel bad about buying a "budget" wheelset, I have seen plenty of Velocity rims that have the same issue. That doesn't make the wheels less good. It will go away pretty soon if you ride it enough. On Oct 25, 9:42 am, "William F. House" wrote: > These are the 700c "budget wheels" that Riv

[RBW] Re: New Hillborn seat clamp slipping?

Thanks for the tips. Maybe I am just missing something fundamental but I *still* can't get the seat to hold against even hand pressure on the seat, after scuffing the post and using a pair of vice-grips as a lever arm to extend the length of my Allen wrench. When I explained the advice above to

[RBW] Re: Noise while braking on new AHH

I have the same rims and the same problem on my new Sam Hillborne. Rich at Riv showed me how to use 600 grit wet/dry sandpaper backed by a small block to smooth down the joint. On Oct 25, 9:42 am, "William F. House" wrote: > These are the 700c "budget wheels" that Riv has been offering. Maybe I

[RBW] Re: Some Ti for Atlantis/Bombadil?

Due to the current price hike I wouldn't buy the ti-railed Brooks solely on the difference of weight. But if you have the funds and intend to fit it to your long distance ride the Ti-rails superior ability to dampen road buzz is very noticeable and worth the extra dosh! On 26 Okt, 15:37, James Wa

[RBW] Re: New Hillborn seat clamp slipping?

on 10/26/09 3:08 AM, grib at g...@billgribble.com wrote: > Thanks for the tips. Maybe I am just missing something fundamental > but I *still* can't get the seat to hold against even hand pressure on > the seat, after scuffing the post and using a pair of vice-grips as a > lever arm to extend the

[RBW] Re: New Hillborn seat clamp slipping?

On Mon, 2009-10-26 at 04:08 -0700, grib wrote: > Thanks for the tips. Maybe I am just missing something fundamental > but I *still* can't get the seat to hold against even hand pressure on > the seat, after scuffing the post and using a pair of vice-grips as a > lever arm to extend the length of

[RBW] Re: Who's in the queue for a custom Rivendell?

All depends on how far you take the ³values and style² aspect, right? I¹m not sure how a low-trail fork compromises Riv¹s values and style. It¹s not like asking for a dayglo time trial bike, right? Ultimately, seems like a question that only a phone call or e-mail to Grant can answer though. Dus

[RBW] Re: Some Ti for Atlantis/Bombadil?

> Due to the current price hike I wouldn't buy the ti-railed Brooks > solely on the difference of weight. But if you have the funds and > intend to fit it to your long distance ride the Ti-rails superior > ability to dampen road buzz is very noticeable and worth the extra > dosh! I cannot agree t

[RBW] Re: Some Ti for Atlantis/Bombadil?

The big Ti benefit that I notice with my Ti B-17 over my three other non-Ti ones is the non-rusting properties--a somewhat significant factor on the salt/salt strewn bike ways here in coastal SolCal. Worth it when I paid $120 for the Ti one, with the now bigger price I'm okay with cleaning

[RBW] Riv woll britches question

Do the long wool bottoms that Riv sells have a center seam in the crotch or is it gussetted? Thanks, Steve Frederick, East Lansing, MI --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To po

[RBW] Re: Death Valley Century/Double Ride Report Fall 2009

We went into Whiting Ranch off Portola, climbed up to 4 corners (nearly made it!) then over to Santiago Cyn Rd, down thru El Toro on Aliso Creek bike path and into Aliso/Woods Cyn. We found Dripping Cave (kinda dry right now) and had a nice bike push up Mathis trail to the ridgeline overlooking L

[RBW] Re: Some Ti for Atlantis/Bombadil?

> The big Ti benefit that I notice with my Ti B-17 over my three other > non-Ti ones is the non-rusting properties--a somewhat significant > factor on the salt/salt strewn bike ways here in coastal SolCal. Worth > it when I paid $120 for the Ti one, with the now bigger price I'm okay > with cleani

[RBW] Re: Some Ti for Atlantis/Bombadil?

Did I mention the hide? I have four seat with ti and two with steel rails and the difference are there no doubt. All those I know that ride centuries say the same. You really aught to work on that bad habit of talking down to people. On 26 Okt, 18:03, JoelMatthews wrote: > > Due to the current

[RBW] Re: Death Valley Century/Double Ride Report Fall 2009

Rub it in? Missed out? Dod! Do you know how friggin' cool Death Valley was? :) Man, 200 miles was tough, but what a spectacular place to do it! My butt is still sore, but I'm already thinking about the spring version of the death valley double. Hope to catch the next Riv ride too! Cheers,

[RBW] Re: Who's in the queue for a custom Rivendell?

I chose a specific builder because I wanted their ideas, aesthetics, etc. applied to a bike designed for my size, weight and riding style. These ideas and practices (craft, material, weld-style, etc) are what truly distinguish builders from one another. If you have very strong ideas (that you're n

[RBW] Re: Front Rack Suggestions?

George: I have the Nitto Mini on my Atlantis. This is the one that has a single mount thru the fork crown and two down legs that clamp to the fork legs. I've had two different cantilever brakes on the bike and neither had any problems with the rack. I originally bought it as support for a Hobo

[RBW] Re: Who's in the queue for a custom Rivendell?

On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 1:34 PM, Brad Gantt wrote: > > I chose a specific builder because I wanted their ideas, aesthetics, > etc. applied to a bike designed for my size, weight and riding style. > These ideas and practices (craft, material, weld-style, etc) are what > truly distinguish builders

[RBW] Re: Some Ti for Atlantis/Bombadil?

on 10/26/09 9:51 AM, Pete at pedalling.p...@gmail.com wrote: > > Did I mention the hide? > I have four seat with ti and two with steel rails and the difference > are there no doubt. > All those I know that ride centuries say the same. > You really aught to work on that bad habit of talking down

[RBW] Must Be A Monday

Finally feeling a bit better after a couple weeks with the flu, but clearly moving too fast for my own good today. I'd like to apologize for sending that last email to the group. It was directed at an individual and was not appropriate for folks in general. Sorry that it was made public. I've r

[RBW] Re: Who's in the queue for a custom Rivendell?

> To be fair I think some folks who want a custom do NOT want the > builder to put their name on it. They just want a very specific frame > built and to have it. > > Not all products are about advertising. To be sure, if I ever have a > custom frame built the custom feature I will not bend on is

[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 fro

[RBW] Re: Front Rack Suggestions?

I have a swell TA rack that mounts to the Mafac braze ons. I understand Velo-Orange is making a modern version of this. If you can wait, this is a very clean look on the bike. On Oct 24, 11:30 am, GeorgeS wrote: > I've got a new (for me) tandem with Mafac cantilever brakes.  I want > to put on

[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

[RBW] Re: Must Be A Monday

I think it was the after effects of cycling on a Cracked Crabon Crank. From: CycloFiend To: rbw group Sent: Mon, October 26, 2009 2:19:25 PM Subject: [RBW] Must Be A Monday Finally feeling a bit better after a couple weeks with the flu, but clearly moving too

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Protovelo

On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 2:36 PM, Mike Irwin wrote: > > Oops...here is a link to the pics. > > http://www.flickr.com/photos/36294...@n03/sets/72157616898042722/ > Just for the record. You're killing me here.. Killing me. Someone is going to get a great bike for a deal. -sv --~--~-~--~-

[RBW] Re: Who's in the queue for a custom Rivendell?

Not even a stamp?No names or logos seems like a pretty strict requirement for an artisan to adhere to.I only say this because I wouldn't call a builder's identity 'advertising' if all it amounted to was a stamp on the bottom bracket or something, and I certainly would *not* look at a custo

[RBW] Re: Who's in the queue for a custom Rivendell?

On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 3:30 PM, newenglandbike wrote: > > Not even a stamp?    No names or logos seems like a pretty strict > requirement for an artisan to adhere to.    I only say this because I > wouldn't call a builder's identity 'advertising' if all it amounted to > was a stamp on the bottom

[RBW] Re: New Hillborn seat clamp slipping?

On Oct 26, 12:49 pm, Steve Palincsar wrote: > Something's definitely wrong then.  Are you sure it's assembled > correctly? No! It seems like there's only one way it can go together, in terms of stacking the parts, but I am not certain of that. From bottom to top, it goes bolt - toothed piece -

[RBW] Re: Who's in the queue for a custom Rivendell?

"I'm not paying someone to advertise for them. I'm paying them for their skill and time." -sv Interesting perspective Seth but what you describe seems to devalue the role of the craftsperson/builder in the process. Does your boycott of logos and names include headbadges? Craftspeople throughout

[RBW] Re: Who's in the queue for a custom Rivendell?

When Joe Bell painted my '72 Cinelli, we opted to leave his traditional JB logo off, since it wasn't correct for the period. ―Eric Norris Sent via iPhone On Oct 26, 2009, at 12:40 PM, Seth Vidal wrote: > > On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 3:30 PM, newenglandbike > wrote: >> >> Not even a stamp?N

[RBW] Re: Must Be A Monday

on 10/26/09 10:57 AM, Bruce at fullylug...@yahoo.com wrote: I think it was the after effects of cycling on a Cracked Crabon Crank. Ha! It was aluminum, actually. Now it's slipping on the splined bb Goodness, I just want a simple, narrow, square taper, silver crankset... - J -- Jim Edgar

[RBW] Re: Death Valley Century/Double Ride Report Fall 2009

Thanks for the pictures Andy and thanks for the route Doug P, and thanks to Andy, Doug, Josh, and Seth for good times. -Jim W. -Original Message- >From: "Andy.M" >Sent: Oct 26, 2009 10:53 AM >To: RBW Owners Bunch >Subject: [RBW] Re: Death Valley Century/Double Ride Report Fall 2009 >

[RBW] Re: Who's in the queue for a custom Rivendell?

When I had my Blacksheep allrounder done, I asked James to leave all stickers off and just went with a headbadge. Seemed like a nice compromise to me of making the frame identifiable in a subtle way, while avoiding the feeling of riding on a billboard between wheels. Dustin > From: Seth Vidal

[RBW] Re: Who's in the queue for a custom Rivendell?

On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 2:38 PM, Brad Gantt wrote: > >  "I'm not paying someone to advertise for them. I'm paying them for > their skill and time." >  -sv > > Interesting perspective Seth but what you describe seems to devalue > the role of the craftsperson/builder in the process. No I don't thi

[RBW] Re: Who's in the queue for a custom Rivendell?

> Craftspeople throughout time have marked their work in one way or another. Heck yeah. Michelangelo even signed a ceiling he painted for the Vatican. On Oct 26, 1:38 pm, Brad Gantt wrote: >  "I'm not paying someone to advertise for them. I'm paying them for > their skill and time." >  -sv > >

[RBW] Re: Who's in the queue for a custom Rivendell?

On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 4:02 PM, JoelMatthews wrote: > >> Craftspeople throughout time have marked their work in one way or another. > > Heck yeah.  Michelangelo even signed a ceiling he painted for the > Vatican. > I'm sure everyone can see the difference between a signature and a logo. right?

[RBW] Re: Who's in the queue for a custom Rivendell?

> When Joe Bell painted my '72 Cinelli, we opted to leave his > traditional JB logo off, since it wasn't correct for the period. That makes a lot of sense, as the intent was to return something to what it was, not recreate it. Per my post above, the team of artisans who restored the Sistine Chap

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Protovelo

sweet build / spec and all round bike! I am very glad this is too big for me. Heck of a deal On Oct 26, 2:36 pm, Mike Irwin wrote: > 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 sa

[RBW] Re: Death Valley Century/Double Ride Report Fall 2009

Dustin: What were the temps in Death Valley for the ride? Were they near seasonal averages? On Oct 26, 12:55 pm, Dustin Sharp wrote: > Rub it in?  Missed out?  Dod! Do you know how friggin' cool Death Valley > was? :) > > Man, 200 miles was tough, but what a spectacular place to do it! My b

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Protovelo

On Mon, 2009-10-26 at 11:35 -0700, 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, rath

[RBW] Re: Death Valley Century/Double Ride Report Fall 2009

Highs in Death Valley itself were in the low 90s, which is about 10 degrees above normal, I believe. For a nice chunk of that, we were up above 4000ft where the temps were nicer (but where the headwinds were a killer). When we woke Sunday to go home, the winds were really roaring. So overall, I t

[RBW] Re: Must Be A Monday

If it's any consolation, I didn't see the mss in question. I hope you feel better. I very, *very* easily get sore throats when chilled -- don't talk to *me* about the germ theory of colds! -- and descend, thence, seriatim, into sniffles, coughing, lung inflamation, and general malaise. So I try to

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Protovelo

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 wrote: > > Up for sa

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Protovelo

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 pa

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Protovelo

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

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Protovelo

Thanks John for saving me from myself. Smokin' deal. 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 aw

[RBW] Re: New Hillborn seat clamp slipping?

Often that clamp will slip if the convex washer isn't perfectly aligned in the recessed part of the post. I'd suggest greasing the bolt, making sure everything lines up, and try again. If that doesn't work, try a different post. I suggest a Kalloy Laprade. On Oct 26, 1:49 pm, grib wrote: > On Oc

[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 shipp

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Protovelo

I didn't mention price only because I was perfectly happy to pay what you asked ;) No worries though, it sounds like John is 100% certain (and then some) that he wants this bike while I was still wavering about whether I wanted to spend more on the exact Riv I wanted or jump on a great deal. I'm

[RBW] Re: Death Valley Century/Double Ride Report Fall 2009

The weather was quite nice. We've had much warmer rides in East County of San Diego this summer. If you can bear to watch some serious suffering, check out this video from the epic 2009 Furnace Creek 508: http://tinyurl.com/yjfj4xa Wow - the OC ride looks like it was great! We'll have to do s

[RBW] So Cal Rides (was Death Valley)

There was some talk of Chino Hills for next time, and one of these months, I'd like to share a mixed surface coastal route that I do a lot in Palos Verdes. It was partly burned in a fire last month so we might have to wait a month or two before it is officially re-opened. In the Palos Verdes ri

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Protovelo

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 inc

[RBW] Re: New Hillborn seat clamp slipping?

Loctite -- I use blue -- on the cradle. On 10/25/09, CycloFiend wrote: > > on 10/25/09 11:52 AM, grib at g...@billgribble.com wrote: > >> My wife just received a new Sam H and it's a beauty. The only problem >> is that we can't get her B17 to stay in place; it slips to a nose-up >> position with

[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. > > F

[RBW] Re: Who's in the queue for a custom Rivendell?

I wouldn't buy a custom without the builders name on it.If I put out that kind of money I want it right. Word of mouth can either be the best or worst advertising anybody or any business can have. Would you fabricate a frame and hang your name on it if somebody would bad mouth it? This is the age

[RBW] Re: New Hillborn seat clamp slipping?

Try turning the toothed piece 180 degrees. Looking at mine the arc in the little toothed piece is not even. One side is thinner than the other. This might work on the forward curve of the seatpost. If that still doesn't work, will second Jim Thill's suggestion. Kalloy post. Have one on Atlant

[RBW] Re: Who's in the queue for a custom Rivendell?

I recall in an early Rivendell Reader an installment of "Who Rides a Rivendell" (owners & their bikes), with a gentlemen who had a black Rivendell with no downtube decals (don't recall if it had a headbadge or not) as a theft deterent. I believe it was his commuter bike. Angus On Oct 26, 2:40 p

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Protovelo

Smokin deal. Also glad that its too big for me. Whoever ends up with this bike, enjoy Mike Irwin 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

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Protovelo

I like how this entire conversation was public. On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 4:20 PM, Mike Irwin 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

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Protovelo

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.

[RBW] Re: Who's in the queue for a custom Rivendell?

> I'm sure everyone can see the difference between a signature and a logo. > right? That was an era both before logos were used and people signing things was common. Michelangelo's signature, plus his using buddies' faces on angels was his logo. On Oct 26, 3:03 pm, Seth Vidal wrote: > On Mon,

[RBW] Re: Death Valley Century/Double Ride Report Fall 2009

Sounds like a great ride. Riding Death Valley is one of those things I really hope to do sooner rather than later. I usually prefer to ride alone. Given the environment, I think this is one I would do with a group. On Oct 26, 3:22 pm, Dustin Sharp wrote: > Highs in Death Valley itself were in

[RBW] Re: Who's in the queue for a custom Rivendell?

On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 9:03 PM, JoelMatthews wrote: > >> I'm sure everyone can see the difference between a signature and a logo. >> right? > > That was an era both before logos were used and people signing things > was common.  Michelangelo's signature, plus his using buddies' faces > on angel

[RBW] Re: Who's in the queue for a custom Rivendell?

Seth, I respect your position even if I don't share it. With regard to Rivendell, I think the logos on the custom frames are works of art but hey, I am a designer and typophile. Clearly this is a major issue with you and I hope that when you do get a custom frame built you are able to find a buil

[RBW] Re: So Cal Rides (was Death Valley)

I've ridden a fair amount in Chino Hills but either one sounds fun. Might even have my new Riv by then. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to r

[RBW] Re: Who's in the queue for a custom Rivendell?

> I'm sure everyone can see the difference between a signature and a logo. > right? Now we're splitting hairs. On a Trek, I think you have a point. On a Rivendell, the badge and logos are a signature. Modern logos are derivative of artisan, trade and craftsperson symbols ("trade" marks?) which

[RBW] Re: Who's in the queue for a custom Rivendell?

On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 7:02 PM, Brad Gantt wrote: > > Seth, > > I respect your position even if I don't share it. Thanks - you'll note I'm not saying everyone should agree with me. :) -sv --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribe

[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

[RBW] Re: Who's in the queue for a custom Rivendell?

Angus, that sounds a lot like this Atlantis I recently saw locked up in San Francisco: . It definitely does look less fancy & theft appealing when you remove the decals and standard cream-on-green-lug-highlighting paint job, but the bike still looks

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Protovelo

On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 7:39 PM, Gino Zahnd wrote: > I like how this entire conversation was public. I am sorry about that, Gino. I was so excited, not just the first time I sent an email to Mike but even later, too, that I neglected to change the rbw-owners-bunch address to send it to him in

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Protovelo

On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 10:41 PM, John Blish wrote: > > > On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 7:39 PM, Gino Zahnd wrote: >> >> I like how this entire conversation was public. > > I am sorry about that, Gino.  I was so excited, not just the first time I > sent an email to Mike but even later, too, that I neg

[RBW] Re: Who's in the queue for a custom Rivendell?

I remember that. He wanted it to be a stealth commuter. DE On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 5:35 PM, Angus wrote: > > I recall in an early Rivendell Reader an installment of "Who Rides a > Rivendell" (owners & their bikes), with a gentlemen who had a black > Rivendell with no downtube decals (don't rec

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Protovelo

Unfortunately, this is the wrong time of year to be thrown out of the house here in MN. Congratulations on the new ride! On Oct 26, 9:41 pm, John Blish wrote: > On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 7:39 PM, Gino Zahnd wrote: > > I like how this entire conversation was public. > > I am sorry about that, Gin

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Protovelo

On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 9:42 PM, Seth Vidal wrote: > > On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 10:41 PM, John Blish wrote: > > > > > > On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 7:39 PM, Gino Zahnd wrote: > >> > >> I like how this entire conversation was public. > > > > I am sorry about that, Gino. I was so excited, not just th

[RBW] Anyone checked out this pump?

I've just ordered one. It looks Riv-ish to me. I'll give you the full report when it arrives. http://www.ridepdw.com/goods/inflation/poco-pump (No affiliation) --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Protovelo

On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 9:56 PM, Ken Yokanovich < reflector.collec...@gmail.com> wrote: > > Unfortunately, this is the wrong time of year to be thrown out of the > house here in MN. Congratulations on the new ride! > > Br and thanks Ken. It is nice to hear from you. I should add that she ha

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Protovelo

On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 9:57 PM, John Blish wrote: > > On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 9:42 PM, Seth Vidal wrote: >> >> On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 10:41 PM, John Blish wrote: >> > >> > >> > On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 7:39 PM, Gino Zahnd wrote: >> >> >> >> I like how this entire conversation was public. >> >

[RBW] Re: Death Valley Century/Double Ride Report Fall 2009

S bummed I was sick. Just starting to really get over it today. If any of you want to re-trace your steps next weekend, just let me know!!! I noticed Noel wasn't there, does that mean he had an appt. at the baby retail/sales outlet (similar to Ikea)? On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 12:47 PM, Jame

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Protovelo

On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 10:02 PM, Bill Connell wrote: > > On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 9:57 PM, John Blish wrote: > > > > On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 9:42 PM, Seth Vidal wrote: > >> > >> On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 10:41 PM, John Blish wrote: > >> > > >> > > >> > On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 7:39 PM, Gino Zahnd

[RBW] Re: So Cal Rides (was Death Valley)

Either/or. Chino is closer for me. I'd also like to do a ride in East San Diego at some point and see what E & D have been bragging about all this time! That might be a good Dec. ride, although I don't know the elevation and how cool it might be (for context for folks out of state, 60F is cold t

[RBW] Re: Who's in the queue for a custom Rivendell?

On Oct 26, 9:34 am, Bruce wrote: > > Grant says exactly that in his notes on custom bike ordering. He suggests that > you look at Rivs carefully to be sure that your interests align with the RBW > gestalt. > > "I absolutely listen to your wishes and input, and in fact require it, want > it, and

[RBW] Re: So Cal Rides (was Death Valley)

I do the Palos Verdes "Donut" loop fairly regularly but am unaware of the coastal route you mention. Where does it go? Do you have it mapped, by any chance? As with David, I'll be gone the last two weekends of Nov. as well. On Oct 26, 8:15 pm, cyclotourist wrote: > Either/or.  Chino is closer f

[RBW] Re: Some Ti for Atlantis/Bombadil?

On Oct 26, 10:03 am, JoelMatthews wrote: > > I cannot agree that there is noticeable road dampening abilities (due to differences between steel and Ti rail) I concur with Joel. I have both Ti and steel railed Swifts, and my butt can't tell them apart, even if the leather part of both saddles l

[RBW] WTB: 74mm BCD 24 chainring

Looking for something fairly new. Open to any offers. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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 fr

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