[RBW] Re: Rivendell Garage Sale and Ride- Saturday, October 2

2010-08-14 Thread Tony
And getting there by bicycle is definitely the way to go! Valet parking by the SF bike coalition at the festival. In fact I plan on doing the Saturday ride and the Sunday festival. Tony On Aug 13, 4:21 pm, Jeremy Till jeremy.t...@gmail.com wrote: I'll be there for certain! For those that need

Re: [RBW] Re: Bombadil sighting at Multnomah Falls.

2010-08-14 Thread Stonehog
That was probably me, Ryan. Say hi next time. Love to chat bikes :) Brian On Aug 12, 2010, at 9:54 PM, rcnute rcn...@hotmail.com wrote: I saw a super nice Hilsen yesterday on Dexter in Seattle--coppery color, metal fenders, the whole nine yards. Anybody here? Ryan On Aug 12, 9:26 pm,

[RBW] Re: Root beer Rambouillet

2010-08-14 Thread GeorgeS
I hope I'm not being too dense but I still don't understand the last- minute bidding game. If you've got a personal limit of what you are willing to pay for the item and you bid that amount for starters, you won't ever pay more and you may pay a lot less depending on other bidding. Why wait to

[RBW] Re: Is this rim wear unusual

2010-08-14 Thread Angus
David, I have had rims, in the past, wear unevenly next to the spokes. I agree with time, check the brake pads for cleanliness. Angus On Aug 13, 9:53 pm, carnerda...@bellsouth.net carnerda...@bellsouth.net wrote: My 650B Sam Hillborne has Velocity Synergy rims and Shimano Deore V- brakes

[RBW] Re: Root beer Rambouillet

2010-08-14 Thread JoelMatthews
I hope I'm not being too dense but I still don't understand the last- minute bidding game. Conventional wisdom is that bid items get more interest than unbid items and items with more bids get more interest than those with less. So by waiting until the last minute, you get a chance at a better

[RBW] Re: Sam Hill, again

2010-08-14 Thread Earl Grey
No, no such luck. The widest Grand Bois for 700C are the Cypres at about 31mm. I too am still waiting for wider tires from BQ/Grand Bois for my 56cm Sam. Jan, bitte, bitte, bitte? For the smaller Sams you can get fab Hetres or PariMotos, but us big folk are stuck with Mr. J. Brown or a non

[RBW] All Rounder Flickr Group

2010-08-14 Thread Marty
I started a group for All Rounder lovers, but here's the deal: 26 wheeled version only. I know this bike evolved into other models over the years, but there's something cool about the early 559-shod Rivendell-branded version that has it's own vibe. I think there may be/ have been similar groups

[RBW] Re: Sam Hill, again

2010-08-14 Thread Garth
Hello Patrick Look ... I don't know you ... or what you're looking for in way of ride or tires . but I think wider tires will help . I ride the Bombadil on the road with 700x45mm tires, 42.25mm actual. I have some pretty poorly patch paved roads I ride on. These roads were heck on my

[RBW] Re: All Rounder Flickr Group

2010-08-14 Thread Mike
This is great. I remember being anti 26 inch wheel bikes but now... I don't know... I'm kinda down with it. I love that Surly released a 26 version of the LHT in large sizes. I noticed you put David E's A/R in there, it's 700c. --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

[RBW] Re: All Rounder Flickr Group

2010-08-14 Thread Marty
Yeah,, I wasn't sure if his was 26 or 700c. Sorry David - it has to go! On Aug 14, 9:06 am, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote: This is great. I remember being anti 26 inch wheel bikes but now... I don't know... I'm kinda down with it. I love that Surly released a 26 version of the LHT in large

[RBW] Re: Is this rim wear unusual

2010-08-14 Thread Dave Craig
David: I once had a Velocity rim that developed a solid thump with each revolution upon braking. I tried everything to deal with it - changed the pads, lightly sanding the rims - all of the standard stuff. Finally, on a big down hill, the braking surface of the rim separated. When I inspected the

Re: [RBW] All Rounder Flickr Group

2010-08-14 Thread PATRICK MOORE
Will you accept Rivendell 26 wheeled road bikes ...? On Sat, Aug 14, 2010 at 7:45 AM, Marty mgie...@mac.com wrote: I started a group for All Rounder lovers, but here's the deal: 26 wheeled version only. I know this bike evolved into other models over the years, but there's something cool

Re: [RBW] Re: Sam Hill, again

2010-08-14 Thread PATRICK MOORE
Earl and Garth: thanks for the information. We'll see about the Kendas; or perhaps I should ask my brother, Peter, in LA, for some wider tires -- he has masses of bike stuff. I need to put more miles on the bike. Though I bought it expressly for touring -- I wanted a touring bike capable of a

Re: [RBW] Re: Sam Hill, again

2010-08-14 Thread PATRICK MOORE
Forgot to talk more about bar height and comfort. On my 3 road bikes, I like a lowish bar position for various reasons: wind efficiency -- it's windy here; power -- bending over gives noticeably more power; even comfort, since the hooks provide a position that, at least for periods up to 15

Re: [RBW] Re: All Rounder Flickr Group

2010-08-14 Thread cyclotourist
So close to fame... now just another has-been. On Sat, Aug 14, 2010 at 7:15 AM, Marty mgie...@mac.com wrote: Yeah,, I wasn't sure if his was 26 or 700c. Sorry David - it has to go! On Aug 14, 9:06 am, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote: This is great. I remember being anti 26 inch wheel bikes

[RBW] Re: Is this rim wear unusual

2010-08-14 Thread doug peterson
David: I've seen this before on Matrix ISO rims in the 80s. They came dark anodized. Over time, the dark anodizing wore off at each spoke location. This process took years and even when worn there was only mild bumpiness when braking. If these are fairly new rims, I suspect a rim problem more

[RBW] Re: New SOMA 650B tires

2010-08-14 Thread franklyn
Great! it's not clear whether they are folding or wire-bead On Aug 13, 10:23 pm, Justin August justinaug...@gmail.com wrote: Two varieties New B-Line 650Bx38 tires. Perfect for touring or randonneuring! The specs: - Standard nylon casing and offers a true 38mm width. - Raised Pasela tread -

[RBW] Re: New SOMA 650B tires

2010-08-14 Thread d2mini
Ya, i already ordered me some Xpress. Should have them wednesday. http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch/browse_thread/thread/dcd78911860d79b7# Grant says they fold. On Aug 14, 11:00 am, franklyn sini...@msn.com wrote: Great! it's not clear whether they are folding or wire-bead On

[RBW] Re: Is this rim wear unusual

2010-08-14 Thread Tim McNamara
On Aug 14, 2010, at 6:00 AM, Angus wrote: I have had rims, in the past, wear unevenly next to the spokes. Yes, this should be clarified. The spoke tension causes a tiny amount of bulging in the rim wall by each spoke which is why it wears more there. This tends to be evident only on

[RBW] Re: Grant's frame-drawing posts - link to #7?

2010-08-14 Thread William
But we now seem to be blogically out of order. Grant posted 10 or 11 but there is no 9. I can guess how he got here, but choosing and drawing head tube angle is not covered as of right now. Seeing as Grant devoted two separate steps to drawing the ground and the hubcenters, I'm hoping the

[RBW] Re: Bombadil sighting at Multnomah Falls.

2010-08-14 Thread rcnute
I was driving (the one time I had to drive to the office this year) or I sure would have! Ryan On Aug 14, 12:29 am, Stonehog stone...@gmail.com wrote: That was probably me, Ryan.  Say hi next time. Love to chat bikes :) Brian On Aug 12, 2010, at 9:54 PM, rcnute rcn...@hotmail.com wrote:

[RBW] Re: All Rounder Flickr Group

2010-08-14 Thread rcnute
No justice for 700c, no peace! Ryan On Aug 14, 8:46 am, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: So close to fame... now just another has-been. On Sat, Aug 14, 2010 at 7:15 AM, Marty mgie...@mac.com wrote: Yeah,, I wasn't sure if his was 26 or 700c. Sorry David - it has to go! On

[RBW] Re: Trangia experiments

2010-08-14 Thread Backcountry
Just a FYI people, I have been a huge fan of the Trangia for many of years, if you are looking for a stainless steel version of a Trangia (for durability, you can wash it out with sand) you have two options 1) Tatonka Brand Stove, Identical to Trangia in every way but made from stainless, even

[RBW] A/R on ebay - anybody here win?

2010-08-14 Thread bdavis999
Was it someone here who won the All-Rounder on Ebay? http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=110570156443ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT Cheers! Braden -- 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] Re: Need 650b Tires

2010-08-14 Thread Lee
Thanks for the thoughtful replies, Rob and Patrick. I appreciate your first-hand insights, as experimenting with these tires can get pretty expensive. On Aug 12, 12:42 pm, Rob Harrison robha...@gmail.com wrote: Though I liked the *look* of the bike with the Hetres, they did not exactly sing for

Re: [RBW] Re: All Rounder Flickr Group

2010-08-14 Thread Rene Valbuena
how about a rambouillet with 26-inch wheels? can it be considered an all-rounder riv? -Original Message- From: rcnute rcn...@hotmail.com Sent: Aug 14, 2010 10:18 AM To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] Re: All Rounder Flickr Group No justice for 700c,

[RBW] Re: All Rounder Flickr Group

2010-08-14 Thread Mitch Browne
Certainly the XO-1 was the first All Rounder and qualifies? On Aug 14, 10:32 am, Rene Valbuena valbu...@ix.netcom.com wrote: how about a rambouillet with 26-inch wheels? can it be considered an all-rounder riv? -Original Message- From: rcnute rcn...@hotmail.com Sent: Aug 14, 2010

[RBW] Mini-rack for Dia Compe 750 centerpulls

2010-08-14 Thread Lee
Hi all. I just installed the new Gran Compe mini-rack that works with the Dia Compe 750 centerpulls that Riv sells. I don't know how many of people actually use these brakes on their Rivs, but I have them on my Quickbeam. So, I was happy to hear that Velo Orange is now importing a rack to fit

[RBW] Re: Grant's frame-drawing posts - link to #7?

2010-08-14 Thread Philip Williamson
Gracias. That was a blogical place to find it. I temporarily forgot you can click the Peeking Through the Knothole title and get them listed in bloggical order. I too am saving them up to do them all at once. I think I'm going to draw a Quickbeam with some Matt Chester elements. It'll probably

Re: [RBW] Re: All Rounder Flickr Group

2010-08-14 Thread James Warren
My AR definition requires: clearance for 2 inch knobbies (+/- 0.1 inch) a multi-position handlebar a mountain triple crankset My definition prior to 2001 required 26 wheels as well. Since 2001 and owning a 700C Atlantis and a good supply of 2 tires in 700C becoming available, the 26 wheel

[RBW] Re: Root beer Rambouillet

2010-08-14 Thread S.Cutshall
In general... people dig the thrill. Ever watch an auction live or on TV for big ticket items [super rare cars, whole estates, artwork, etc]... you can see it in their eyes-- it's bloodsport with bank accounts. -Scott On Aug 14, 3:02 am, GeorgeS chobur...@gmail.com wrote: I hope I'm not being

[RBW] Re: Root beer Rambouillet

2010-08-14 Thread S.Cutshall
On Aug 14, 4:22 am, JoelMatthews joelmatth...@mac.com wrote: Personally, I just think it is kind of fun to see how close to the end of an auction I can bid without being too late.  Yes, I am easily amused. Pretty spot on, really. It can be fun. -Scott -- You received this message because

[RBW] Re: Root beer Rambouillet

2010-08-14 Thread S.Cutshall
And to keep it On-Topic... that Root Beer Rambou, is pretty. ;-) -Scott On Aug 14, 2:11 pm, S.Cutshall clotht...@gmail.com wrote: On Aug 14, 4:22 am, JoelMatthews joelmatth...@mac.com wrote: Personally, I just think it is kind of fun to see how close to the end of an auction I can bid

[RBW] Re: All Rounder Flickr Group

2010-08-14 Thread Marty
OK - open to all 26 Rivendell bikes, (even the Grant-fluenced XOs) but the preference is for customs that carry the Rivendell decals and headbadge. Don't worry, I won't kick anyone out that posts a 559 other, in fact it would be cool to see how some of them are set up. Agree with James that room

Re: [RBW] Re: Sam Hill, again

2010-08-14 Thread palincss
Quoting Earl Grey earlg...@gmail.com: No, no such luck. The widest Grand Bois for 700C are the Cypres at about 31mm. I too am still waiting for wider tires from BQ/Grand Bois for my 56cm Sam. Jan, bitte, bitte, bitte? For the smaller Sams you can get fab Hetres or PariMotos, but us big folk are

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

2010-08-14 Thread Rob Harrison
In another thread on the Sam Hill, on Aug 14, 2010, at 3:28 PM, palin...@his.com wrote: I do not understand the rationale behind Riv's retreat from 650B in any size bike that I could ride (in riv sizing, I take a 60 cm). I wonder about this too. In terms of optimum tire pressure/rolling

[RBW] Re: Mini-rack for Dia Compe 750 centerpulls

2010-08-14 Thread jandrews_nyc
I also just purchased the mini-rack for a Bleriot I am building up. Not sure about the size yet. I picked up the frame here on this group and and have been waiting for the VO 50.4bcd crankset which I purchased with the mini-rack. The bike isn't finished yet, still need to run cables and set up

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

2010-08-14 Thread cyclotourist
Rob, thanks for digging up that graph! Here's a better one IMHO: http://www.flickr.com/photos/mrjoeball/4525757653/sizes/l/in/photostream/(just the next one over in largest size) The real benefit comes when comparing different sizes. A 28mmX700c vs a 38mmX700C almost doubles the volume. That's

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

2010-08-14 Thread PATRICK MOORE
Why are 650B tires better rolling and smoother than 700c tires, all things else being equal? If I understand wheels, the bigger the diameter, the smoother the ride. I can see going with smaller wheels for greater strength but I believe (don't know) that that is really not an issue for well built

[RBW] Re: All Rounder Flickr Group

2010-08-14 Thread Marty
Added the AR specs from RR#3 to the Flickr Group, and a few others have sent in photos. Thanks all and keep 'em coming! http://tinyurl.com/39ys4ol 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] Re: All Rounder Flickr Group

2010-08-14 Thread Angus
Thanks for organizing this Marty. I've had many a memorable ride on my 26 wheeled Rivendell All- Rounder. Angus On Aug 14, 8:45 am, Marty mgie...@mac.com wrote: I started a group for All Rounder lovers, but here's the deal: 26 wheeled version only. I know this bike evolved into other models

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

2010-08-14 Thread rperks
I will second that this is not just an issue of diameter, but mass as well. Both play into the moment of inertia, and gyroscopic forces that play into handling. The volume of air that affects rolling resistance is the cross section of air directly above the area of deformation. Therefore it

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

2010-08-14 Thread PATRICK MOORE
Rob Perks wrote: The volume of air that affects rolling resistance is the cross section of air directly above the area of deformation. Therefore it stands to reason that wheel diameter should not play into that. It is, so they say -- I am not an engineer -- the contact patch (a sign of

[RBW] FS: MUSA shorts lg

2010-08-14 Thread ken castleman
Greetings, These are the gray w/ blue trim ones. Worn 4-5 times, washed twice. Somehow they have shrunk in the drawer! :-) I needed the XL, which I bought today at Riv. Ken $30 shipped ??? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To