[RBW] 3 nice things from Rivendell

2011-08-11 Thread MobileBill
Three surprising things Rivendell led me to (besides my Saluki and my wife's Betty Foy): 1. It sounds silly to say too much about such a small thing, but as I listened to it jingle on the way home this evening, it struck me that the dollar bell Rivendell sells is as close to perfect as any one d

[RBW] FS: Musa Shorts - M

2011-08-11 Thread Amit Singh
I'll take them for dad :) Amit Singh 5201 Beechtree Trail West Bloomfield MI 48322 Do you have paypal? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bun

[RBW] Re: Did the price go up on new Sam Hillborne frames?

2011-08-11 Thread Thomas Lynn Skean
I can't say for certain... but I can't recall seeing anything that suggested that single-top-tube 56 or 60 Hillbornes are in the plan as of now. Definitely worth a call or e-mail to rbwhq if you're interested in knowing. Yours, Thomas Lynn Skean -- You received this message because you are sub

[RBW] Re: Did the price go up on new Sam Hillborne frames?

2011-08-11 Thread Scotty
I may be wrong, but my understanding is that they wont be stocking single tube 60's for now and that all new stock frames 56 and up will be doubles, and again, may be wrong, but the $1500 frames are the Waterford built ones. Please correct me if I am giving bad info. -- You received this messa

[RBW] Re: Did the price go up on new Sam Hillborne frames?

2011-08-11 Thread benzzoy
As stated in the text of the Sam Hillborne page, the more expensive Sam Hillbornes are made by Waterford, while the cheaper ones are made in Taiwan. The place of manufacture, rather than the number of top tubes, appear to determine the selling price. On Aug 11, 8:18 pm, Shifty wrote: > Sam Hill

Re: [RBW] Re: Stem raisers

2011-08-11 Thread Tom
I thought about Albatross bars, and maybe in hindsight I shoulda done it. The bars would have been a good couple of inches lower (I was aiming for maximum height) and I was worried that the grips on Albatross bars would end up too close to me, on account of the small (for me) top tube, so I went

[RBW] Re: Stem raisers

2011-08-11 Thread Tom
Yeah, I've ordered one of the new Bombadils in 68 cm—and yes, I'll post photos when I get it! It's certainly gonna be big. Only time I'll have ever had a bike that fits me. Riv has told me to expect a six month wait so I'm on the Raleigh in the meantime. I have bent seatposts before, so I was a

[RBW] Did the price go up on new Sam Hillborne frames?

2011-08-11 Thread Shifty
Sam Hillborne SINGLE TUBE frames on rivbike.com are currently selling for $1500, while DOUBLE TUBE frames are listed at $1050. I'm just wondering what the price will likely be for a 60 cm single tube when they get restocked. Is the single tube price a reflecton of supply and demand? If so, I'm t

[RBW] Re: Vertical weight distribution

2011-08-11 Thread Michael Hechmer
I have very different experiences between commuting or everyday riding, and touring. I commuted, and continue to ride, with relatively high loads - an Acorn HB bag & a Carradice Barley. Neither have ever affected bike handling. But when I used a Nelson LF and put my Macbook in it I could feel

Re: [RBW] Re: Vertical weight distribution

2011-08-11 Thread Steve Palincsar
On Thu, 2011-08-11 at 15:32 -0700, Thomas Lynn Skean wrote: > For me the reason is convenience. Having stuff in a basket and/or a > bag means being able to get to it more easily than in my (and I would > think probably most) panniers. Yes, but typically on a tour that isn't much of an issue, sinc

[RBW] FS: Musa Shorts - M

2011-08-11 Thread rob markwardt
I think these are the original MUSA shorts. Butterscotch, buttons on back pockets, very light weight...size medium. I might have worn them once but not more than that (I washed them anyway). Oh, i did remove the MUSA tag thoughI've got some issues with logos. $25 shipped. Rob Markwardt Sea

[RBW] Re: Vertical weight distribution

2011-08-11 Thread Thomas Lynn Skean
For me the reason is convenience. Having stuff in a basket and/or a bag means being able to get to it more easily than in my (and I would think probably most) panniers. And it means I don't have to leave my tubus tara rack on my bike all the time. (The latter is just an aesthetic thing. The tar

Re: [RBW] Re: Stem raisers

2011-08-11 Thread Doug Van Cleve
If that riser isn't in as far as it can go, I would absolutely do that right away. I think that a modern north road type bar (think Albatross) is your best bet though... Doug On Tue, Aug 9, 2011 at 6:40 PM, Tom wrote: > Thanks for the reply. I haven't taken any photos since I installed the >

[RBW] wooly warm sweaters

2011-08-11 Thread Seth Vidal
I just received my new sweaters and just wanted to say yay! 1. Just in time for the cooler weather to start it's inexorable return. 2. Comparing it to the older version of the vest the pattern is identical. The wool appears to be just a touch greener than the older one - but just a touch - it cou

Re: [RBW] High Rocky Place, Mt Diablo Solo S240 on the SimpleOne

2011-08-11 Thread Lyle Bogart
Dustin, Wonderful post! Thanks for the pics, too--you've a lovely bike, there. lyle On 11 August 2011 15:35, René Sterental wrote: > Thanks! > > > Sent from my iPhone 4 > > On Aug 11, 2011, at 12:48 PM, EastBayGuy wrote: > > Very Easy to use and set up, along with pretty light. I was surprise

Re: [RBW] Vertical weight distribution

2011-08-11 Thread Lyle Bogart
I've always toured/carried loads up high, but I started touring before I'd ever heard of low-riders (were they around in the 70's?). Can't say why I still do except that it feels better than with the load low. I can't really describe it, and I certainly can't quantify it, but with the weight down l

Re: [RBW] Re: Stem raisers

2011-08-11 Thread Doug Van Cleve
This was my thought as well. There are quite a few non-drop bar options now and some even offer a few decent hand positions. The Nitto Albatross has some rise, some forward reach and the curves offer a more aggressive position. If you ride this bike in the drops, the Albatross' would be higher t

[RBW] Vertical weight distribution

2011-08-11 Thread Rex Kerr
I didn't want to steal Dustin's thread, so I'm starting a new one... While enjoying the sights at his flickr stream, I noticed that he carried his weight rather high up... above the top of the rack. On Wed, Aug 10, 2011 at 9:51 AM, EastBayGuy wrote: > http://www.flickr.com/photos/54527498@N06/s

Re: [RBW] A Stolen Surly (Posting For A Customer)

2011-08-11 Thread Rex Kerr
On Thu, Aug 11, 2011 at 1:21 PM, John Bennett wrote: > Nabbed it out of his garage. > > http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/bik/2541745595.html > > Thanks for keeping your eyes peeled. After some neighbors lost bikes and other things out of their garages I've started locking my bikes in the garage.

[RBW] Re: A Stolen Surly (Posting For A Customer)

2011-08-11 Thread Scotty
That sucks so bad. Good luck finding your bike. I hope you catch the jerk who stole it. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/jz3N1BK4KtI

[RBW] A Stolen Surly (Posting For A Customer)

2011-08-11 Thread John Bennett
Nabbed it out of his garage. http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/bik/2541745595.html Thanks for keeping your eyes peeled. John -- 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.

[RBW] FS: Continued

2011-08-11 Thread PATRICK MOORE
Here is more for sale, with photos. Prices include shipping, CONUS only. Stems 10 cm, roughly 10* rise 1 1/8 Easton, vg, $15 shipped: https://picasaweb.google.com/BERTIN753/ForSale#556792356611906 12 cm Dimension upjutter, 11/8, exc, $20 shipped: https://picasaweb.google.com/BERTIN753/ForSa

Re: [RBW] High Rocky Place, Mt Diablo Solo S240 on the SimpleOne

2011-08-11 Thread René Sterental
Thanks! Sent from my iPhone 4 On Aug 11, 2011, at 12:48 PM, EastBayGuy wrote: Very Easy to use and set up, along with pretty light. I was surprised at how easy it was to set up in the Wind. I am 6 foot 230 and I am comfortable in it. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

[RBW] Re: Stem raisers

2011-08-11 Thread Leslie
On Thursday, August 11, 2011 2:18:31 PM UTC-4, Joe Bernard wrote: > > I wasn't planning on chiming in again, but now that I hear your Bombadil is > on the way I feel compelled to say STOP RIDING THAT BIKE. I think the reward > of riding it a few more weeks while you wait isn't worth the risk. >

[RBW] Simpleone finished, sort of

2011-08-11 Thread jandrews_nyc
I finally finished the build of my SimpleOne after the frameset sat in the repair stand for the last two weeks at my work. I was waiting on wheels and then got busy so when I had a chance to build it up, I may have skipped a few step that I really wanted to do. But, ..I am planning a minor r

[RBW] Simple One

2011-08-11 Thread jandrews_nyc
I finally finished the build of my SimpleOne after the frameset sat in the repair stand for the last two weeks at my work. I was waiting on wheels and then got busy so when I had a chance to build it up, I may have skipped a few step that I really wanted to do. But, ..I am planning a minor r

[RBW] SimpleOne finished, sort of

2011-08-11 Thread jandrews_nyc
I finally finished the build of my SimpleOne after the frameset sat in the repair stand for the last two weeks at my work. I was waiting on wheels and then got busy so when I had a chance to build it up, I may have skipped a few step that I really wanted to do. But, ..I am planning a minor r

[RBW] Re: Stem raisers

2011-08-11 Thread Joe Bernard
I wasn't planning on chiming in again, but now that I hear your Bombadil is on the way I feel compelled to say STOP RIDING THAT BIKE. I think the reward of riding it a few more weeks while you wait isn't worth the risk. Joe "just my opinion, why am I yelling" Bernard Fairfield, CA. -- You r

Re: [RBW] posting woes

2011-08-11 Thread CycloFiend
on 8/11/11 6:21 AM, jandrews_nyc at jasonaschwa...@gmail.com wrote: i haven't been able to post a topic to this board in a week. just trying this out again. does anyone have any suggestions? This one came through just fine. Google has clearly been messing with things again - for example, it star

Re: [RBW] Re: Visit and ride at RBW

2011-08-11 Thread erik jensen
Checking in from the high sierra. This is a ride where you get the freedom to choose how to get up there. If some want to take roads, others want to take dirt, great. Juniper is just shy of 3000 feet. I tend to ride up on the roads, and take dirt back down from around the junction. Just because I

Re: [RBW] High Rocky Place, Mt Diablo Solo S240 on the SimpleOne

2011-08-11 Thread EastBayGuy
Very Easy to use and set up, along with pretty light. I was surprised at how easy it was to set up in the Wind. I am 6 foot 230 and I am comfortable in it. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web

Re: [RBW] High Rocky Place, Mt Diablo Solo S240 on the SimpleOne

2011-08-11 Thread René Sterental
Thanks Dustin. Was the tent comfortable and easy to use? I've read mixed reviews and am looking for a one person light tent. The thing is that I'm 260 pounds - 5'11" and use the wider Big Agnes sleeping bags. Rene Sent from my iPhone 4 On Aug 11, 2011, at 11:50 AM, Zack wrote: what didn't you

[RBW] Re: Stem raisers

2011-08-11 Thread Tom
Ken, Thanks for the explanation of the flex. I wouldn't describe myself as muscular, and I don't ride hard. Your comment about the seatpost is very astute—you hit it right on the head! The reason this came up is because I snapped my seatpost, and I went to the LBS to order a steel one to replace i

Re: [RBW] High Rocky Place, Mt Diablo Solo S240 on the SimpleOne

2011-08-11 Thread Zack
what didn't you use? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/V7GTnk3u44oJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegro

Re: [RBW] High Rocky Place, Mt Diablo Solo S240 on the SimpleOne

2011-08-11 Thread EastBayGuy
Yes, That is a 22t White industries Freewheel. I would have been SOL without it. When I hit the road at Rock City it was pretty smooth sailing up. with a little grinding here and there. Rene Here is the Gear list: Up Front in the Basket and Bag -BigAgnes Seedhouse SL1 -Sweater -MUSA Pants -Wo

Re: [RBW] High Rocky Place, Mt Diablo Solo S240 on the SimpleOne

2011-08-11 Thread Jim Mather
Looks like a fun trip, even with all the hike-a-bike! ! Is that a White Industries 22? jim m wc ca On Wed, Aug 10, 2011 at 9:51 AM, EastBayGuy wrote: > When I originally saw Grants Post awhile back on the S240 he did to High > Rocky place, I knew I had to do it. I wanted a challenge and I wanted

[RBW] Re: Tour 2011

2011-08-11 Thread Rick
That looks fantastic. Was just out that way about a month ago, but was unable to translate our trip into bike time. Nice outing. On Aug 11, 11:19 am, Esteban wrote: > Thanks for posting this.  What a great trip - looks like some > excellent dirt sections.  The sunrise ride sounded the best. > >

Re: [RBW] FS: Full set of Ostrich canvas touring luggage

2011-08-11 Thread Zack
And pics: http://www.flickr.com/photos/36386964@N00/sets/72157627409295638/ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/5P7r_0_R-TkJ. To post t

[RBW] Re: FS: Full set of Ostrich canvas touring luggage

2011-08-11 Thread Philip Williamson
Patrick, I think we'd all like to see your Herse with matched baggage. You might sell your piecemeal baggage piecemeal and come out ahead. Haven't heard that word in years, Philip On Aug 10, 8:57 pm, PATRICK MOORE wrote: > Nice bunch of bagmatching luggage! Would jump had I not already > inves

Re: [RBW] Re: High Rocky Place, Mt Diablo Solo S240 on the SimpleOne

2011-08-11 Thread René Sterental
Dustin, That was inspiring! Could you give me a breakdown of the equipment you brought and how you loaded your bike and distributed it? What tent did you use? Do you have the medium or large SaddleSack and basket? What size is your Simple One? Was there anything you learned from this S24O that

[RBW] Re: Tour 2011

2011-08-11 Thread Esteban
Thanks for posting this. What a great trip - looks like some excellent dirt sections. The sunrise ride sounded the best. Esteban San Diego, Calif. On Aug 11, 6:23 am, Mike wrote: > Heading out from Packwood and up to Cayuse Pass the traffic wasn't too > bad. The road doesn't have much of a sho

[RBW] Re: High Rocky Place, Mt Diablo Solo S240 on the SimpleOne

2011-08-11 Thread Mike
Looks like a great time. Thanks for sharing the report and photos with us. Amazing how "easy" it is to get to dramatic vistas from outside RBWHQ. Nice to see you did it on your SO. I had planned to do something similar on my QB but it won't happen this year. --mike -- You received this message b

[RBW] Re: High Rocky Place, Mt Diablo Solo S240 on the SimpleOne

2011-08-11 Thread EastBayGuy
Thanks for the nice comments. It was a successful trip and I will probably do it again. Although my body is still recovering and hurting 4 days afterwards, it was definitely well worth it. Cheers! Dustin G Walnut Creek Ca -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

Re: [RBW] What's the shortest stem that you would use?

2011-08-11 Thread Solomander
Zack, Thanks for the link - got it and understand. At my new, higher handlebar height, there is an improvement in reach, but it's accompanied by a change in my center of gravity. I'm still adjusting to it, but am not sure if I like the change in my fore-aft balance on the bike. If I don't, I

[RBW] Re: posting woes

2011-08-11 Thread Zack
Switching browsers? I would try that. Probably would switch to google chrome and see if it would work. I haven't had any issues with Safari. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https:

[RBW] Re: Tour 2011

2011-08-11 Thread Mike
Heading out from Packwood and up to Cayuse Pass the traffic wasn't too bad. The road doesn't have much of a shoulder but everyone gave us a wide berth. Riding out of White River Campground there seemed to be more traffic. We had a close call with a truck and trailer that buzzed us but other than th

[RBW] posting woes

2011-08-11 Thread jandrews_nyc
i haven't been able to post a topic to this board in a week. just trying this out again. does anyone have any suggestions? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d

[RBW] Fly and XT rd have been claimed

2011-08-11 Thread PATRICK MOORE
-- Patrick Moore Albuquerque, NM For professional resumes, contact Patrick Moore, ACRW patrickmo...@resumespecialties.com A billion stars go spinning through the night Blazing high above your head; But in you is the Presence that will be When all the stars are dead. (Rilke, Buddha in Glory) --

Re: [RBW] Stem raisers

2011-08-11 Thread Ken Freeman
I think you only have a breakage risk if you are causing large flex repeatedly. If you have a Tech standard (about 19cm exposed quill) attached to an extender (about 7 more cm), that is more rise-above-headset than nearly anyone has in his/her experience. I'm much smaller, so I'm not an example.