[RBW] Gluing cork grips

2009-11-09 Thread nathan spindel
Does anyone have a favorite glue to use for cork grips on handlebars? If it makes a difference, I'll be using it w/ the Portugese tree cork grips and aluminum Albatross bars. -nathan --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Re: Gluing cork grips

2009-11-09 Thread Angus
Nathan, Mine remain "glue free." The brake levers stop them from moving forward, the bar end shifters stop them from moving backwards and the goove in the grip for the shifter cable housing resists rotation. I can feel a slight twisting every now and then, but it's all worked out ok for me so f

[RBW] Re: Gluing cork grips

2009-11-09 Thread JoelMatthews
Yeah, but that only helps if the OP is using the open ended variant. I do not have bar end shifters and do use glue. I tried super glue, but it sets to fast to get the grip just how I wanted it. When I tried to pull the grip off it broke apart. So I bought the gorilla glue Riv sells with my new

[RBW] A nice weekend of riding

2009-11-09 Thread EricP
We had unusually fine weather this past weekend. 60's in November in the Twin Cities is not very common. Decided that it was a good opportunity to ride my Rivendell bikes. After the old-time jam on Saturday (where I committed to buying a guitar built by a friend) rolled the Atlantis out and too

[RBW] Re: Gluing cork grips

2009-11-09 Thread Justin August
Elmer's Rubber Cement. On Nov 9, 4:13 am, nathan spindel wrote: > Does anyone have a favorite glue to use for cork grips on handlebars? > If it makes a difference, I'll be using it w/ the Portugese tree cork > grips and aluminum Albatross bars. > > -nathan --~--~-~--~~~--

[RBW] Re: Gluing cork grips

2009-11-09 Thread Seth Vidal
On Mon, Nov 9, 2009 at 4:13 AM, nathan spindel wrote: > > Does anyone have a favorite glue to use for cork grips on handlebars? > If it makes a difference, I'll be using it w/ the Portugese tree cork > grips and aluminum Albatross bars. > I put a double layer of masking tape on and tap the grips

[RBW] Re: XT hubs vs LX hubs?

2009-11-09 Thread Kris
LX is just fine, but what's $50 in the long run? For $50 I would go for the XT because the finish is a bit nicer. > > > Should I spend the extra $$ to purchase the XT wheelsets? Or is LX > > ok?  I just want the best possible wheels I can buy under $400.- Hide > > quoted text - > > - Show quote

[RBW] FS: PB "Roadie" frame pump , fits 58 cm frame; Look pedals, older style

2009-11-09 Thread PATRICK MOORE
Pump vg, $20 shipped CONUS. http://ecom1.planetbike.com/1016.html Pedals scratched but bearings just opened and re-greased. Bearings have *very faint* notch in them at each rotation, but the bike shop opened them up, said they were fine, added new grease. $20 shipped. With used but still good cleat

[RBW] Re: NOW: off-road handlebars WAS: Long introduction and question on frame and handlebar options from newbie to the list

2009-11-09 Thread PATRICK MOORE
Here is a bad photo of the Monocog: http://picasaweb.google.com/BERTIN753/DropBox#5391043633214271410 On Mon, Nov 9, 2009 at 7:48 AM, PATRICK MOORE wrote: > > I have my Monocog 29er set up so that I can ride in the drops on most > flatter and smoother surfaces. Compared to my 3 road bikes, the S

[RBW] Also FS: Gaerne road shoes, size 10, make offer.

2009-11-09 Thread PATRICK MOORE
Also for sale: Gaerne road shoes, size 10, cf sole, ratchet strap, old but still very usable, make offer. http://picasaweb.google.com/BERTIN753/ForSale03#5383991765039210802 On Mon, Nov 9, 2009 at 7:37 AM, PATRICK MOORE wrote: > Pump vg, $20 shipped CONUS. http://ecom1.planetbike.com/1016.html

[RBW] Re: NOW: off-road handlebars WAS: Long introduction and question on frame and handlebar options from newbie to the list

2009-11-09 Thread PATRICK MOORE
On Sun, Nov 8, 2009 at 10:01 PM, cyclotourist wrote: > Here's a pic of where I'm bruising my fore-arm: > http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/4087683377/ > > When I'm grabbing deep into the drops my arm just can't quite clear that > corner. > I have my Monocog 29er set up so that I can ride

[RBW] Re: Gluing cork grips

2009-11-09 Thread Jock Scott
Part of the higher expense of the "Portugese" cork grips sold by Rivendell is due to the more precise bore. If you do feel the need to use adhesive, a very small amount should be fine. A carpenter's glue such as Titebond II or III should provide adequate adhesion and still allow clean removal wh

[RBW] Re: Fresh off the work stand...my Bombadil!

2009-11-09 Thread PATRICK MOORE
On Sun, Nov 8, 2009 at 2:08 PM, jinxed wrote: > > OK so I was able to shoot some better pictures and verify a tire > question I posed earlier. > > I while back I posted the question to the forum to see if anyone had > actually tried a set of 2.3 Neo-Motos in a Bombadil frame despite the > printed

[RBW] Re: Gluing cork grips

2009-11-09 Thread Patrick in VT
hairspray works well for me. holds just fine, but I can remove without too much trouble. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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

[RBW] Re: XT hubs vs LX hubs?

2009-11-09 Thread Jock Scott
On Nov 8, 7:15 pm, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery wrote: > The new 770 series XT hubs are actually quite a different design than > older XT hubs and current Deore/LX hubs. If you are experienced with > traditional hub cone adjustments and servicing, and don't care to try > something new, you will n

[RBW] Re: Gluing cork grips

2009-11-09 Thread David Faller
That's what I've always used on any grip ever. - Original Message - From: Patrick in VT To: RBW Owners Bunch Sent: Monday, November 09, 2009 7:08 AM Subject: [RBW] Re: Gluing cork grips hairspray works well for me. holds just fine, but I can remove without too much trou

[RBW] Re: Also FS: Gaerne road shoes, size 10, make offer.

2009-11-09 Thread Bruce
What's the scoop on the pair for sale in picture # 2? I like that Schwinn too :) From: PATRICK MOORE To: Internet-bob ; rbw-owners-bunch Sent: Mon, November 9, 2009 8:54:49 AM Subject: [RBW] Also FS: Gaerne road shoes, size 10, make offer. Also for sale: Ga

[RBW] Stuff for sale

2009-11-09 Thread richard hargrove
I have some BOBish items lying around I'd like to sell. Prices include CUSA shipping. I prefer Paypal (paid to my email address) but will accept a check or money order. Items ship when payment is received. 1. Salsa Shaft seatpost: silver, 27.2 mm diameter, 250 mm length, used, very good condi

[RBW] Re: Fresh off the work stand...my Bombadil!

2009-11-09 Thread Mike
"Damn, just another cm on either side (I'm referring to the seatstays clearance) and I'd seriously consider getting one. But my wheels measure 65mm edge to edge, and those are knob-less Big Apples; I expect that the Exiwolfs on the same rims might stick out even a bit further." It is surprising h

[RBW] FS: Jerseys/armwarmers--some 100% Wool

2009-11-09 Thread Rick VerHoeven tjg
PHOTOS: http://www.flickr.com/photos/40201...@n02/ efeet Armskins arm warmers, CoolMax, Green, S/M, NEW in package $15 + $3 shipping (Defeet sizing: S/M Under 5'10" @ 160lbs.) 100% WOOL, Kucharik, XL (fits more like a trim large), long sleeves, Royal blue w/ gray trim, meduim weight soft wool,

[RBW] Re: A nice weekend of riding

2009-11-09 Thread doug peterson
Eric: You don't mention the Bikery (?) in Stillwater. From what I hear, it's a destination worth visiting (haven't been there myself). Six of us did a tour of northeastern MN and a couple of days in western WI in Sept., and found the bakeries to be outstanding, especially Betty's World Famous P

[RBW] Re: Sacramento Tweed Ride

2009-11-09 Thread doug peterson
Looks like a lot of fun. Hard to tell how many in the crowd - any guess on numbers? dougP On Nov 8, 1:56 pm, Eric Norris wrote: > Wow--it was like an explosion of tweed and wool!  Quite a few   > Rivendells and Riv-ish bikes and people--a ripping good time! > > Photos:  http://www.flickr.com/p

[RBW] Re: Gluing cork grips

2009-11-09 Thread rswat...@me.com
I recently installed some cork grips and just put a small piece of "silk" hospital tape on the bar first. It gave just the right amount of friction to hold them in place. Any thin tape that's got some texture to it ought to work. (cloth handlebar tape and rim tape were too thick) Ryan

[RBW] Re: metallurgy question

2009-11-09 Thread doug peterson
David: I think Al in a wet, gritty environment wouldn't last as long as steel. But in dry SoCal, either one will work. I've got an Al 24T on my (admittedly underused) MTB that's been on there for years and looks fine. The 24T on my Atlantis is plain old steel (shows rust and is magnetic) and g

[RBW] Re: Sacramento Tweed Ride

2009-11-09 Thread Eric Norris
I estimated about 100 riders. They were hoping for 12! ―Eric Norris Sent via iPhone On Nov 9, 2009, at 9:17 AM, doug peterson wrote: > > Looks like a lot of fun. Hard to tell how many in the crowd - any > guess on numbers? > > dougP > > On Nov 8, 1:56 pm, Eric Norris wrote: >> Wow--it was li

[RBW] Re: FS: Pass&Stow Rack

2009-11-09 Thread William F. House
SOLD --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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+uns

[RBW] Re: Sacramento Tweed Ride

2009-11-09 Thread Rick
Eric, thanks so much for coming: The pictures are wonderful--have you put them into our flickr group yet? http://www.flickr.com/groups/sactotweed/ Sorry about the tall, bald guy droning on in the video--we'll have to do something about that in the future! Lol! Take care, and I'm really looking

[RBW] Re: Zefal Lock n' Roll v. magnets

2009-11-09 Thread Jean-Baptiste
I've been able to open mine with a tiny strong magnet. Not easy, though, I needed several attempts (but it's probably easier with a stronger or larger magnet). "The little thing that clicks" and slide inside is indeed magnetic on my former set. You can hear it click, and when you approach a magne

[RBW] Re: Fresh off the work stand...my Bombadil!

2009-11-09 Thread Rene Sterental
Ray, I just checked out the site for your summer tour. What an amazing job! I'll have to devote many nights to read it in full detail, but I already checked you fully equipped Atlantis. Are you using the same Nitto pannier rack on the front as well as the rear? How do you like the sprung Brooks sa

[RBW] Re: Fresh off the work stand...my Bombadil!

2009-11-09 Thread Ray Shine
Thanks, Rene, but Roger gets the lion's share of the credit, as does our other touring pal, David.  I am still in touch with both.  I am trying to talk David into riding the GDr with me next summer, since he is a true mountain biker.  I could use a good coach.   As for the bike, those are prelim

[RBW] Re: Gluing cork grips

2009-11-09 Thread Ron Farnsworth
Hair spray works great on grips, never had one loosen ever even on mt bikes. Spray it on, the grip slides over the bar nicely, in a while it's good forever. Maybe try the "extra hold" if you have reservations.. (just kidding). --- On Mon, 11/9/09, rswat...@me.com wrote: From: rswat...@me.com

[RBW] Re: Stuff for sale

2009-11-09 Thread rcnute
Richard, I'll take the seatpost. Will look great on my Rambouillet! Ryan rcn...@hotmail.com On Nov 9, 7:29 am, richard hargrove wrote: > I have some BOBish items lying around I'd like to sell. Prices include > CUSA shipping. > I prefer Paypal (paid to my email address) but will accept a check

[RBW] Re: FS Bridgestone RB-1 $675 and more parts

2009-11-09 Thread Andrew
Cranks sold. RB-1 $500 for local pickup if anybody is in the San Francisco Bay Area. I would rather sell it to one of you guys cheap than go through ebay and deal with the hassle. On Oct 25, 4:27 pm, Andrew wrote: > Derailleur is sold. I will sell the cranks shipped for $125. > > On Oct 25, 9:12

[RBW] Re: Fresh off the work stand...my Bombadil!

2009-11-09 Thread Rene Sterental
It must be wonderful to be able to get away for the whole summer and just go touring. I'll be eager to see how your GDR planning and execution comes along. René On Mon, Nov 9, 2009 at 11:10 AM, Ray Shine wrote: > Thanks, Rene, but Roger gets the lion's share of the credit, as does our > other

[RBW] Re: A nice weekend of riding

2009-11-09 Thread Ken Yokanovich
Aha, that was you that I saw on the Gateway. I took my Rivendell custom all-rounder out on Saturday for a trip around Washington County. A mix of gravel and asphalt. With no map or plan it was a true wandering ride, took a series of lefts and rights on roads I'd never ridden. Turned out pretty

[RBW] Re: XT hubs vs LX hubs?

2009-11-09 Thread Brad Gantt
Mojo, Nothing like "New Bike Legs"! It will be interesting to see if that differential holds up over time. I suspect things might average out but then again, if names are any indication, your Legolas will always be the swiftest. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received t

[RBW] Re: New Sam Hillborne

2009-11-09 Thread rswat...@me.com
Have you seen the orange in person? I encountered an orange Hillborne on the road last Friday. (Sandia Crest, NM) and is was stunning! Closest I've seen to the old XO-1 pumpkin. Of course I'm a sucker for anything orange ;-) Ryan On Nov 7, 2009, at 17:33, Bruce wrote: > Nicely kitted out

[RBW] Re: XT hubs vs LX hubs?

2009-11-09 Thread Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery
The serviceability issue is mostly related to the freehub requiring a 14 mm allen wrench for removal/replacement. I fix bikes for a living, and never needed a 14 mm allen wrench until this new XT hub came out (just got the wrench a couple weeks ago). Not a big deal for me, but if you don't have a

[RBW] Re: A nice weekend of riding

2009-11-09 Thread EricP
Doug, Haven't ever stoped at the Bikery. Ended up stopping at a couple of bookstores instead on this trip. Plus, a place like the Bikery doesn't do any good for my diet. (Yes, am still trying to drop the last pounds.) Yes, good bakeries are abundant around here. A very hard thing to avoid th

[RBW] Re: New Riv shirts

2009-11-09 Thread EricP
Point of reference - ordered the XL and it arrived today. A quick try shows it to be pretty true to size. At least compared to a couple of older, washed a few times XL t-shirts. (Yes, am partly posting this because I can now fit in an XL. Haven't been able to do that for many, many a year.) E

[RBW] Re: XT hubs vs LX hubs?

2009-11-09 Thread Rocky B
Thanks guys. I think I will go with the LX hubs. I really see no real advantage the XT has over the LX so I'm gonna use the extra $50 and buy me some Nitto Noodles. :) --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Gro

[RBW] Re: XT hubs vs LX hubs?

2009-11-09 Thread DAVID BLESSING
This discussion brought back a memory which had me digging in my basement. I have an XT hubset which I know little about. It looks shopworn, but does not look built up to me. The rear reads FM-H730 and the front reads HB-M730. I'm thinking that it is 8 speed, but you'll probably know, if it

[RBW] Re: Sacramento Tweed Ride

2009-11-09 Thread Bill M.
I just got my set uploaded: http://www.flickr.com/photos/15750...@n04/sets/72157622772411124/ Glad you could arrange some nice weather, Rick! Good people, too. My Riv stayed home for this one in favor of my Miyata 1000, partly because the Miyata had the Carradice bag on it so I could carry a l

[RBW] any one know if The Rivendell Shop is open on vets day?

2009-11-09 Thread manueljohnacosta
Any ideas? I'm guessing no. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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 t

[RBW] Re: NW Florida cycling?

2009-11-09 Thread mizrachi
If you end up a bit closer to Tallahassee I'd love to join you, though I'd have to ride behind you in my Long Haul Trucker. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this gro

[RBW] Re: any one know if The Rivendell Shop is open on vets day?

2009-11-09 Thread Rene Sterental
Call them. I'm working that day, so I believe they will be as well. Only school and perhaps government offices will be closed that day... Their phone number is on their website... 800-345-3918 René On Mon, Nov 9, 2009 at 9:12 PM, manueljohnacosta < manueljohnaco...@hotmail.com> wrote: > > Any id

[RBW] Wheels for Bombadil and touring - suggestions needed

2009-11-09 Thread Rene Sterental
Hello again! I spoke with Rich at Rivendell today, regarding a wheelset for my future Bombadil. He suggested XT hubs with either Mavic A319 rims or Velocity Dyads, in either a 32 or 36 hole configuration. I didn't ask him for what kind of spokes he'd use. The wheelset with the A319s is $430 and th

[RBW] Re: Wheels for Bombadil and touring - suggestions needed

2009-11-09 Thread cyclotourist
We have a Dyad on our tandem and it's held up wonderfully. I'd go with 36h for touring and trail use. On Mon, Nov 9, 2009 at 9:43 PM, Rene Sterental wrote: > Hello again! > > I spoke with Rich at Rivendell today, regarding a wheelset for my future > Bombadil. He suggested XT hubs with either

[RBW] Re: NOW: off-road handlebars WAS: Long introduction and question on frame and handlebar options from newbie to the list

2009-11-09 Thread cyclotourist
On Mon, Nov 9, 2009 at 6:48 AM, PATRICK MOORE wrote: > On Sun, Nov 8, 2009 at 10:01 PM, cyclotourist wrote: > >> Here's a pic of where I'm bruising my fore-arm: >> http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/4087683377/ >> >> When I'm grabbing deep into the drops my arm just can't quite clear that

[RBW] Re: Atlantis 58cm For Sale on eBay

2009-11-09 Thread MM
I'm the seller. Fit is one of two reasons I am selling the bike, but here are the details: I own a 58cm Rambouillet that fits beautifully. My PBH is 82.5, but I am over 6' tall, so I am more sensitive than most to top tube length. The Rambo has a 57cm TT, the Atlantis a 58.5. I can straddle the R

[RBW] Aloha from Hawaii...

2009-11-09 Thread Robert F. Harrison
Aloha! As I'm "almost an owner," I thought I'd introduce myself. I say "almost an owner" because I just put a deposit down on the last(?) 66cm Quickbeam frame in stock. Why the QB? It's sort of a long story. I'm a 51 year old returnee to cycling. I'd ridden until I was 30 or so and then...well le