[RBW] Platrack Hack

2011-12-12 Thread Marty
This is interesting... http://www.ebay.com/itm/NITTO-Campee-rear-rack-Rivendells-Nitto-platrack-rack-attachment-/110793344710?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0hash=item19cbcc46c6#ht_950wt_180 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this

Re: [RBW] TA Specialites 180mm crank arms - $75

2011-12-12 Thread robert zeidler
Sold Send details to zeidler.robert@gmail On Sat, Dec 10, 2011 at 2:22 PM, Tyler Pace pacety...@gmail.com wrote: I've had these sitting around for a while.  Great set of French-made crankarms.  Only blemish is on the inside of the non-drive side arm; some idiot didn't know how to take

Re: [RBW] Platrack Hack

2011-12-12 Thread Tim McNamara
Wow. I've seen Formula 1 suspension that looked less complicated visually. Those are a lot of struts! On Dec 12, 2011, at 6:28 AM, Marty wrote: This is interesting...

Re: [RBW] ISO Carradice SQR

2011-12-12 Thread PATRICK MOORE
Sorry, List; meant to email the recipient directly. On Sun, Dec 11, 2011 at 10:10 PM, Kelly Sleeper tkslee...@gmail.com wrote: I can't find the right letters with thumbs on my iPhone.. sure you aren't on a blackberry.. :) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: Platrack Hack

2011-12-12 Thread William
I'm curious, is there really a model that by definition is the Nitto Campee? Four of my nine (nine?!?) Nitto racks have a Campee sticker on them, and none of them are that model. My Platrack and two Mark's Racks and two R-14 racks don't have a Campee sticker on them. But my two mini fronts,

[RBW] Re: Platrack Hack

2011-12-12 Thread Mojo
Hey, I have a suggested photo if Wikipedia is looking for a visual definition of 'cluster.' -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit

[RBW] Re: Friday Fun. Anyone good at Rivendell puzzles?

2011-12-12 Thread Bill Carter
Ted, Weren't you one of the original partners with RBW in the Heron project? I also have a poster (still in the tube) which is an artist's rendering of the brick front of a bike shop with a Heron bike in the window and an old bird smoking and pipe and walking with a cane out front. Is this the

[RBW] Re: Cream longboards on an orange Rambouillet?

2011-12-12 Thread stevef
Thanks, folks--looks like silver is the way to go for this application... Steve -- 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/-/rJknG3OmZpUJ. To

[RBW] Re: Platrack Hack

2011-12-12 Thread Minh
hi william, for the non riv sourced racks i think nitto is loose with their naming, i remember i had seen this nitto somewhere before. http://www.benscycle.net/index.php?main_page=product_infocPath=146_240products_id=13331zenid=ee00f6d14fe83e0eb59532c3f5273131 i have to commend the guy for doing

[RBW] Praise be of SimpleOne.

2011-12-12 Thread Minh
If not for the quickbeam i found locally over the summer i would be thinking about a SimpleOne now, the fact that this may be the last run ever (or for a long time), just makes me want to say this. If you don't have a Riv single-speed/fixie, go for it. My QB is definately the most ridden, most

RE: [RBW] Praise be of SimpleOne.

2011-12-12 Thread Allingham II, Thomas J
+1. I have multiple Rivs, and my QB is by far the most frequently ridden. A quick and responsive dreamboat. -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Minh Sent: Monday, December 12, 2011 3:41 PM To: RBW Owners

[RBW] FS: Schwalbe Marathon Supreme 26x2.00

2011-12-12 Thread RonLau
Hello, for sale is a pair of Schwalbe Marathon Supremem 26x2.00, folding bead, 50 miles. Mounted on my Mtn. bike and used it for 50 miles. This is not a tire if you want to do your group ride with roadies but this is one of the toughest tire and it will take a big big nail to give you a flat.

[RBW] Re: FS: Carradice Zipped Roll and Low Saddle.

2011-12-12 Thread RonLau
Zipped Roll sold. Still have the low saddle low flag. Thanks, -- 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/-/T-EXjshD6_UJ. To post to this group,

[RBW] FS: Bridgestone X0-3 - 55cm top tube

2011-12-12 Thread jinxed
Circle of life. I am not happy in having to do this, but my bicycle storage situation has become very insecure. I want this to go back to the forum from which it came as opposed to being stolen or vandalized. I purchased this off a forum member and have already offered him first right of

[RBW] Re: FS: Bridgestone X0-3 - 55cm top tube

2011-12-12 Thread Joe Bernard
Buy this bike! I have one, and it's super awesome. The '94 XO-3 was the final iteration of the 92-93 XO-1: Slightly cheaper; cheaper fork; triple drivetrain instead of the 1's double. Joe Bernard Fairfield, CA. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW

[RBW] Stolen Bleriot.

2011-12-12 Thread Manuel Acosta
At around 6:15 on my commute back from work in San Jose. I stop by safeway to grab some food to cook at home. I decide to take a quick stop at target so I lock my bike up to itself with a 12 pack of ginger ale and 5 pounds of ribs in the front basket. I come back. And my bike is gone. ribs and

Re: [RBW] Stolen Bleriot.

2011-12-12 Thread James Warren
I'm so sorry Manny. : ( On Dec 12, 2011, at 6:46 PM, Manuel Acosta wrote: At around 6:15 on my commute back from work in San Jose. I stop by safeway to grab some food to cook at home. I decide to take a quick stop at target so I lock my bike up to itself with a 12 pack of ginger ale and 5

Re: [RBW] Stolen Bleriot.

2011-12-12 Thread cyclotourist
So sorry to hear... :-( On Mon, Dec 12, 2011 at 6:50 PM, James Warren jimcwar...@earthlink.netwrote: I'm so sorry Manny. : ( On Dec 12, 2011, at 6:46 PM, Manuel Acosta wrote: At around 6:15 on my commute back from work in San Jose. I stop by safeway to grab some food to cook at home. I

Re: [RBW] Stolen Bleriot.

2011-12-12 Thread Joe Bernard
This is getting ridiculous. First JL, now you. Some thieving asshole around here knows what a Rivendell is. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit

Re: [RBW] Stolen Bleriot.

2011-12-12 Thread Joan Oppel
Oh Manny, how awful, I'm so sorry. I wouldn't want to lose my Bleriot and my heart goes out to you. Good luck.JoanOn 12/12/11, Manuel Acostamanueljohnaco...@hotmail.com wrote:At around 6:15 on my commute back from work in San Jose. I stop bysafeway to grab some food to cook at home. I decide to

[RBW] Re: Stolen Bleriot.

2011-12-12 Thread William
NOO! Sonuva.. If I see Manny's Bleriot, it is on like Donkey Kong. -- 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/-/fysBITH7vmsJ. To

RE: [RBW] Stolen Bleriot.

2011-12-12 Thread Allingham II, Thomas J
Manny, that's just awful. Your enthusiasm and enjoyment of your bike is unparallelled and completely infectious, and I am so sorry that this has happened to you. -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of

[RBW] Re: Stolen Bleriot.

2011-12-12 Thread Aaron Thomas
It might help if you also tell us what size it is, in case someone strips it and tries to sell the frame only. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit

Re: [RBW] Re: Stolen Bleriot.

2011-12-12 Thread Ray Shine
If you have not already done so, register the serial number with RBW.Just in case… From: Aaron Thomas aaron.a.tho...@gmail.com To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Mon, December 12, 2011 7:23:52 PM Subject: [RBW] Re: Stolen Bleriot. It might help if

[RBW] Re: Stolen Bleriot.

2011-12-12 Thread Montclair BobbyB
That's downright evil... that low-life slime... I wish awful things upon the bastard... and hopefully the bike will remain unscathed... Sorry for your loss, Manny. On Dec 12, 10:25 pm, Ray Shine r.sh...@sbcglobal.net wrote: If you have not already done so, register the serial number with

Re: [RBW] Stolen Bleriot.

2011-12-12 Thread Bill Gibson
Bike theft feels like a personal attack, a violation. Makes it hard to park some places in the future. Inspires thoughts on what they used to do to horse thieves. I will look for it in my part of the country, just in case it makes it out here. On Mon, Dec 12, 2011 at 8:20 PM, Allingham II, Thomas

[RBW] Re: Stolen Bleriot.

2011-12-12 Thread Manuel Acosta
I write because this is all I can do. For those that were wondering I locked the bike to itself with a kryptonite lock. While I may have lost a really great bike. I haven't lost the memories that I've had with it. I feel more guilty then mad or sad considering that way I got the bike in the first

[RBW] Re: Stolen Bleriot.

2011-12-12 Thread Mike
Manny, that's such a bummer about your bike. You got a great attitude though which will clearly help you move on. If the bike doesn't find it's way back to you I hope you're able to get back on the road soon. And yeah, while it's a bummer it was stolen, like you say, you definitely got your

[RBW] FS: 64 Atlantis

2011-12-12 Thread bingomck
Hey all, I sold my 61 Atlantis last summer so I could buy a correct sized 64 Atlantis, which I did. Now my wife is pregnant with our first child I commute on my Quickbeam and with my plans to tour in the near future now changing, it's time to sell this beauty to someone who will use it more

[RBW] Re: FS: Bridgestone X0-3 - 55cm top tube

2011-12-12 Thread jinxed
I am happy to announce the X0 is sold pending funds! Glad to keep it in the family here. Thanks! Brad -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit

[RBW] Re: Stolen Bleriot.

2011-12-12 Thread Manuel Acosta
Better looking picture http://www.flickr.com/photos/mannyacosta/6334958952/in/photostream On Dec 12, 6:46 pm, Manuel Acosta manueljohnaco...@hotmail.com wrote: At around 6:15 on my commute back from work in San Jose. I stop by safeway to grab some food to cook at home. I decide to take a quick

[RBW] Re: Friday Fun. Anyone good at Rivendell puzzles?

2011-12-12 Thread RonaTD
On Dec 12, 11:07 am, Bill Carter billcar...@gmail.com wrote: Weren't you one of the original partners with RBW in the Heron project? Yes, I was.  I also have a poster (still in the tube) which is an artist's rendering of the brick front of a bike shop with a Heron bike in the window and an

Re: [RBW] Stolen Bleriot.

2011-12-12 Thread René Sterental
Good luck Manny! Will keep my eyes open as well. René -- 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] Re: Stolen Bleriot.

2011-12-12 Thread awilliams53
A doggone shame. Let's hope that you recover the bike and karma takes care of the scoundrel low-life thief. Andy On Dec 13, 12:11 am, René Sterental orthie...@gmail.com wrote: Good luck Manny! Will keep my eyes open as well. René -- You received this message because you are subscribed

Re: [RBW] Re: Stolen Bleriot.

2011-12-12 Thread James Warren
Bike thieves that are caught and convicted should be forced to work in bicycle factories. -Original Message- From: awilliams53 awilliam...@gmail.com Sent: Dec 12, 2011 9:16 PM To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] Re: Stolen Bleriot. A doggone shame.

[RBW] Re: Stolen Bleriot.

2011-12-12 Thread RoadieRyan
Manny that totally Sucks I really hope you get it back On Dec 12, 6:46 pm, Manuel Acosta manueljohnaco...@hotmail.com wrote: At around 6:15 on my commute back from work in San Jose. I stop by safeway to grab some food to cook at home. I decide to take a quick stop at target so I lock my bike

[RBW] Re: Stolen Bleriot.

2011-12-12 Thread Manuel Acosta
Oh on a funny note the thief whoever it was when they took the bike they left a bike there. So after a brief talk with with Target security I needed to go home. So I strapped my 12-pack ginger ale to the frame to off I went. To my dismay the bike was as well taken care of as my sweet bleriot and

[RBW] Rims and tire width

2011-12-12 Thread Thomas Carstens
I have a Hunquapillar on order and I'm going to build it up with a bunch of parts I have accumulated. What I'm wondering about is whether I can/should use the wheels I have. They're Mavic MA 3's 36 spokes and Shimano XTR M900 hubs. They're really nice wheels and the hubs are fantastic but I

[RBW] Re: Riv Email

2011-12-12 Thread Ryan M
Well, I tell ya, if it was in my size I would have bought one. Sadly, I am a short dude who usually needs the smaller size bikes. Not a huge problem as an Atlantis is in my future but I think the limited sizing may have something to do with it. Also, the QB really seemed to sell well so maybe

[RBW] Touch-up paint for original green Sam

2011-12-12 Thread Thomas B
I am having trouble finding recommendations for touch-up paint. Would appreciate group knowledge! -- 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

[RBW] New to the group – First Post! Tire Review, Saddle Swap

2011-12-12 Thread Penny
Hello Everyone, I was incredibly lucky to acquire my first Riv, a 48 Sam Hillborne, a little over 2 years ago as a birthday gift. It has been many gifts in one, the greatest of which may be the wind-in-my-face feeling that I can do anything from the seat of my trusty Sam. So along with this

[RBW] Bottom Bracket size for an Atlantis

2011-12-12 Thread Thomas K Sanderson
I have a Sugino Alpina (34-48t ) crank and am having a hard time finding out what size of Phil Wood bottom bracket to order and install on an Atlantis bike.  Many, many thanks if someone can help. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch

[RBW] Re: Riv Email

2011-12-12 Thread mike
I bought a Simple One frame, and built it mostly from the parts bin. I'm OK with canti brakes on it. I would have been equally OK with sidepulls. The bike is my primary commuting (1-2x/week) and shopping bike. I have a small front basket and a rear rack. I have battery lights front and back,

Re: [RBW] Question on cartridge BB

2011-12-12 Thread Andrew Johnson
Overdue update: I swapped out the old Shimano UN40 BB (68x113) for a new UN54 68x107 today. I gained a steel leftside cup, and a much better chainline on the Quickbeam. Back in early November, when I found the old cracked cup, I just put in a new plastic cup. It promptly cracked upon install, but

[RBW] Re: A recalibrated subconscious

2011-12-12 Thread Joe K
I have only occasional use of the family automobile. I get almost everywhere on one of my bikes or by public transit. I've had the experience of getting in the car and not remembering where the controls are, or what they do. And we've had the car since 2000. Joe On Dec 11, 12:31 pm, Joe

Re: [RBW] New to the group – First Post! Tire Review, Saddle Swap

2011-12-12 Thread cyclotourist
Two great bikes! Cool email, too! On Mon, Dec 12, 2011 at 1:22 PM, Penny gopennygo.farth...@gmail.com wrote: Hello Everyone, I was incredibly lucky to acquire my first Riv, a 48 Sam Hillborne, a little over 2 years ago as a birthday gift. It has been many gifts in one, the greatest of