[RBW] Say NO to Internet censorship

2012-01-18 Thread David Faller
Hi, When the Senate comes back into session next week, they'll be voting on whether to grant themselves the power to turn off parts of the Internet. Fun sites you YouTube. Informative sites like Wikipedia. Political sites like MoveOn.org. If enacted, new laws would force Internet Service Provide

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv Bits on a "Modern" 29er

2012-01-18 Thread James Warren
Hey everyone, sorry, bad timing, just found out about the internet blackout right after posting Flickr photos here, and I decided to participate, so please accept my apologies for posting a Flickr link that is not accessible at this moment. Please do not respond to this message onlist; I don't

[RBW] Re: V-brake vs canti question

2012-01-18 Thread dougP
Jeremy: Thanks for the explanation. I've read Sheldon's article & have the BQ brake issue, but your explanation is a bit more in layman's terms. Good stuff. Jim: My first cut is also to just set the pads flat to the rim & leave 'em if nothing makes noise. Makes sense to have the maximum area a

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv Bits on a "Modern" 29er

2012-01-18 Thread Joe Bernard
I have old SunTour ratchet thumbies on my XO-3. Like buttah, mate. You'll love 'em. -- 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/-/7vuG93Zq_6wJ. T

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv Bits on a "Modern" 29er

2012-01-18 Thread James Warren
The bars are early 90's narrow, MB-2-ish. I think it's still what I'm used to. The shifters are the main reason the post was on-topic: http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/sh5.htm I have high hopes for the ratchet. On Jan 18, 2012, at 10:05 PM, dougP wrote: > Jim: > > The handlebars look short

[RBW] Re: Riv Bits on a "Modern" 29er

2012-01-18 Thread dougP
Jim: The handlebars look short; optical illusion? What are the shifters? dougP On Jan 18, 9:27 pm, James Warren wrote: > if anyone's interested in seeing some Rivendell influences on a non-Rivendell > frame, here you go: > > http://www.flickr.com/photos/46035786@N07/sets/72157628935417621/ >

[RBW] Riv Bits on a "Modern" 29er

2012-01-18 Thread James Warren
if anyone's interested in seeing some Rivendell influences on a non-Rivendell frame, here you go: http://www.flickr.com/photos/46035786@N07/sets/72157628935417621/ First ride will be tomorrow. I'll probably reply off-list on that one, unless those ratchet friction thumbshifters just blow me a

[RBW] Re: my death valley ride report (in progress)

2012-01-18 Thread Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery
Note, the first post in the series is dated January 4, 2012, and they get newer as you go up. -- 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/-/76BT3

[RBW] my death valley ride report (in progress)

2012-01-18 Thread Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery
I wasn't riding a Rivendell, but my Surly Troll is steel and has generous tire clearance. I still have a few chapters to write, but there are now four posts to get you started (a little scrolling may be required): http://hiawathacyclery.blogspot.com/ -- You received this message because you ar

Re: [RBW] Touring Load and Packing list with weights

2012-01-18 Thread Kelly Sleeper
Patrick For me it comes down to space. For S240's I'm comfortable with a large saddlesack on rear and couple of front panniers.If I'm gone a week I want all four panniers. Then the saddlesack is still there. I use the saddlesack for my camera, extra lens, jacket, thermos and general junk

Re: [RBW] Bleriot on Ebay

2012-01-18 Thread Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery
IIRC, Bleriots were odd-number sizing, so this is probably a nominal 57 (C-T) or 56 C-C. -- 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/-/hTGAiReQMh

Re: [RBW] Touring Load and Packing list with weights

2012-01-18 Thread René Sterental
Patrick, While my answer may be irrelevant to your question and my experience very limited, after doing my S24O on Mt. Diablo last September with the rear large SaddleSack and front SlickerSack, one of the issues I had with the rear large bag was fixing a rear flat where I was forced to unload its

Re: [RBW] Bleriot on Ebay

2012-01-18 Thread Joe Bernard
Hilsen's aren't either..I was surprised, too. -- 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/-/ITKP69E3h-IJ. To post to this group, send email to rb

Re: [RBW] Bleriot on Ebay

2012-01-18 Thread Steve Palincsar
On Wed, 2012-01-18 at 15:21 -0800, Joe Bernard wrote: > Pretty, pricey. Listed as 56/56, which should more accurately be > 55/55.5. Not mine, no connection. > > http://www.ebay.com/itm/Rivendell-Bleriot-very-good-build-see-details-/160718458280?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item256b910da8 I think h

[RBW] Bleriot on Ebay

2012-01-18 Thread Joe Bernard
Pretty, pricey. Listed as 56/56, which should more accurately be 55/55.5. Not mine, no connection. http://www.ebay.com/itm/Rivendell-Bleriot-very-good-build-see-details-/160718458280?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item256b910da8 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] WTT: 622 Mavic Open Pro, Silver, 36 for ditto, 32

2012-01-18 Thread PATRICK MOORE
My 36 is new, never built. I'd like one that is, if not unused, in very good condition, particularly the braking surfaces because this will go to the trike with a 32 hole, scavenged dynohub and handle all of the braking chores. Anyone? Please reply offlist to bertin...@gmail.com . Thanks. -- Pa

Re: [RBW] Re: Touring Load and Packing list with weights

2012-01-18 Thread PATRICK MOORE
Speaking of touring loads, do any of y'all favor a rear large rear saddlebag/front lowriders setup? Pro's versus con's compared to the more conventional big panniers in the back, small ones in front? I am thinking of something like two Ortlieb Packers on a Tubus Tara (the Tara clears 29+" Big Apple

Re: [RBW] Snow Ride with Dad

2012-01-18 Thread René Sterental
Loved it! -- 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+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options,

Re: [RBW] Fender Frustration

2012-01-18 Thread René Sterental
My fender has always been bolted to my front rack. In the case of my AHH, it may not be perfectly centered. I believe my 32 Open Pro wheel flexes when I stand on the pedals. René -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to th

[RBW] Re: Fender Frustration

2012-01-18 Thread Zack
As far as I am concerned, "frustration" is synonymous with "installation" when it comes to fenders. ahahah. -- 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-own

Re: [RBW] Re: Fender Frustration

2012-01-18 Thread Rex Kerr
On Thu, Jan 5, 2012 at 10:44 AM, René Sterental wrote: > Forgot to add that this rubbing when climbing standing doesn't happen on > my Atlantis with its Berthoud fenders. Again, while it is a possibility > that the Honjo fender on the AHH is twisting somehow (it was my first metal > fender instal

[RBW] Re: Touring Load and Packing list with weights

2012-01-18 Thread Mike
I toured in 2011 and 2009 in the PNW and me and my buddy used his Steri-pen a bunch with no issues. I keep meaning to get one for myself but most of the time when I go bike camping I make sure to have water and generally know where I can refill. I'll probably buy one this year with my REI dividend.

[RBW] Sometimes you need a second top tube

2012-01-18 Thread William
Like when there's two people riding on one bike..and when your frame is made of paper: http://www.etsy.com/listing/55766296/first-anniversary-gift-paper-kissing?ref=v1_other_1 Rivendell content: 2TT! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owne

Re: [RBW] Re: Touring Load and Packing list with weights

2012-01-18 Thread Rex Kerr
> Just to tag onto Kelly's post (sorry, Kelly), does anyone have experience with how well those sterilizing pens work? Pros and cons? I carry one (SteriPen Classic Bundle w/ Nalgene) and have never gotten sick, though I've only used it in areas where I probably could have safely imbibed without st

Re: [RBW] SO geometry, was Photos from the Weekend

2012-01-18 Thread Steven Frederick
On Mon, Jan 16, 2012 at 4:00 PM, PATRICK MOORE wrote: > Or the Simple One? > > SO owners: how does it handle compared to other Rivendell pavement-biased > models? I see that most of those on the Flikr page are set up with drops. > > What is that "Simple One Disc" label and that "$800" price under

[RBW] Re: FT/FS new Riv old style Musa knickers, size large

2012-01-18 Thread eddie...@gmail.com
Sold. Thanks, Ed On Jan 17, 8:50 pm, Edward Felker wrote: > Mine are Grey/Blue, size Large. Arrived today. The color is great but > they are too big. > > If you have a new pair in medium -- color is not critical -- for swap > by mail, let me know. I tried them on but did not ride in them. > > O

[RBW] Re: V-brake vs canti question

2012-01-18 Thread Michael Hechmer
Jim, you point to the problem I have had with Shimano levers, since my experience is limited to Ultegra levers with Shimano and DiCompe cantis. They just required so much pull that the pads had to be set all but touching the rims, which was, of course, impossible to keep adjusted. The first ti