Re: [RBW] Re: Aussie tights? Alternatives?

I have a pair of the large per Grant's recommendation that you go up a size. Observations are that they come up to my chest, and are a bit baggy. I would go with M (I'm 5'11 160lbs) next time. These are warm - definitely too warm for Seattle winters of 40-50. They are great when it's in the 20s

[RBW] Re: Terminological Inexactitude

...it's fruity with hints of soil, tobacco and saddle leather! On Feb 20, 8:11 pm, dougP wrote: > Some the writers for bike mags went to the school where wine > descriptions are taught, and have applied the same weird ideas to > describing the characteristics of bicycles.  Hey, if you're paying t

[RBW] WTB: Rivendell Sweat Shirts

If you have one available (L or XL), kindly contact me off-list. thanks Max B -- 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

[RBW] WTB: Suntour Bar-End Shifter Slotted Nut

Howdy, I'm looking for one of these: http://www.flickr.com/photos/akrando/6914297847/in/photostream Please let me know if you have one or two available. Thank you. Kevin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this gro

[RBW] Re: Terminological Inexactitude

Some the writers for bike mags went to the school where wine descriptions are taught, and have applied the same weird ideas to describing the characteristics of bicycles. Hey, if you're paying the big bucks, shouldn't you get some ecstatic experience? Loving the plush ride of my Atlantis, as it g

Re: [RBW] Terminological Inexactitude

For my bicycle I demand 'stiff but compliant'! Now if that isn't horse manure I don't know horses. -JimD On Feb 20, 2012, at 3:03 PM, Tim McNamara wrote: > > On Feb 20, 2012, at 12:43 PM, David T. wrote: > >> There seems to be a notion that a bike frame can be “sprightly” or >> “lively”. On the

[RBW] Re: 64 Atlantis still FS

Still unsold and baby is still coming. $1,575. No seatpost, seat or paddles (unless you want an old old Campy seatpost and old old somewhat broken B17). Does includes the 2x Big Apples 700x60 Gonna take it to the 'Bay tomorrow night if there are no takers here. Thanks all On Feb 17, 6:43 am, L

Re: [RBW] Re: Aussie tights? Alternatives?

Thanks for all the talk about Aussie's and alternatives; good to know that the relatively cheap Aussie's are a viable possibility, not needing corsetry. I'll wait to see what the late winter sales offer and then decide, On Mon, Feb 20, 2012 at 12:48 PM, Dennis wrote: > I have the aussies in size

Re: [RBW] Re: New Bombadil and AHH

I've found that a cheap, Greenfield rear-dropout stand works better with heavy rear loads, even assymetrical loads, than any Pletscher or Velo Orange 2-leg stand. Trikes work better than the Greenfield. On Mon, Feb 20, 2012 at 6:17 PM, Tom Harrop wrote: > Yes, because this one

[RBW] Re: New Bombadil and AHH

Yes, because this one is clearly inadequate, you oughta be ashamed! Jokes aside, have you (or has anyone else) had problems with tall, heavy bikes, carrying bags and/or baskets loads, toppling over on kickstands? I was planning to put one of the two-leggers on my Bomba

Re: [RBW] Jimmy Carter

I believe the mixte is otherwise known as Rivendell's First Lady's bike On Mon, Feb 20, 2012 at 12:39 PM, cyclotourist wrote: > Rumored to have at least one Rivendell mixte as well! > > On 2/20/12, Larry Schellhase wrote: > > That is a very old picture > > > > On Mon, Feb 20, 2012 at 12:24 PM, R

[RBW] Re: New Bombadil and AHH

Tom Now that is sweet and I wish I hadn't looked ... now I want one. :) Kelly -- 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/-/sGpl5cAYCdAJ. To post

Re: [RBW] Re: Jimmy Carter

If I remember correctly, Rossalynn's mixte is the *ORIGINAL* Rivendell mixte! (Or "girl's bike," it doesn't seem to have the extra chain/mixte stays.) I believe Grant designed that as a one off custom for the former first lady and it was really hush hush at the time... Good to be reminded of it

Re: [RBW] Terminological Inexactitude

On Feb 20, 2012, at 12:43 PM, David T. wrote: > There seems to be a notion that a bike frame can be “sprightly” or > “lively”. On the other hand, a frame can supposedly be “sluggish.” I > assume this means that the tubing is more or less flexible. Does > flexible tubing make a bike more sprightly

[RBW] Re: Need help deciding... Soma San Marcos or Revamp an 84 Trek 610...

Phew, back before this thread got hijacked :)the rear rack. The one thing that I don't love about my build. Yes, it's not parallel. Here's why: Partially because I am lazy. The rear rack (like the front rack) is bolted to the fender, which means I had to drill the fender. I drilled the fen

[RBW] FS: stuff....

-Shimano RSX triple crank 46/36/26 170 or 175 lengths includes rebuilt cartridge BB...$65 shipped -RSX 7 speed Brifters. triple or double $85 shipped -RSX front derailer 28.6...$18 shipped -RSX long cage rear derailer$25 shipped -dual pivot short reach brakes. with like new pads. i can substit

[RBW] Re: Jimmy Carter

Note the vintage Shimano Deore thumbshifters... NICE TOUCH, JIMMA!!! On Feb 20, 3:55 pm, newenglandbike wrote: > Yes that picture has been around for a while.   But kinda cool to be > reminded of it... fenderlines be damned, that's a nice bike. -- You received this message because you are subs

Re: [RBW] Terminological Inexactitude

On Mon, 2012-02-20 at 13:55 -0800, jimD wrote: > Well, I may know or think I know, what you are talking about, but most > importantly do you? > > You left out the PLUSH handling off the Bosco! Now there's a name that brings back memories! Oh, I love Bosco! That's the drin

[RBW] Re: How many full growlers will an Acorn boxy random bag hold?

Now this is worthwhile cycling related information! On Feb 20, 12:17 pm, Ryan Ray wrote: > Two! > > http://www.flickr.com/photos/ryanrray/6897492167/in/photostream > > Handling wasn't exactly crisp but I got to the work meeting from Fremont > Brewing with two full growlers in my Acorn boxy radio

[RBW] Re: Aussie tights? Alternatives?

I have the aussies in size M and I have found them quite comfortable - Usually I wear then over padded bike shorts with a MEC bike knicker over them. I have been comfortable in a range of 28 to 50 degrees in sometimes sunny Portland OR. They are neither too tight or too loose - they don't bag at th

[RBW] WTB roadie rivvy 54/55cm

Hello all, Before I pull the trigger on a new Roadeo frameset (I think I about have convinced myself to go for it) I thought I might check here for any stray Rams/Roms/roadies etc. I am looking to buy a 54 or 55cm (79cm PBH) complete bike or frame/ fork. 700c wheels. Thanks JL -- You received

Re: [RBW] Terminological Inexactitude

Well, I may know or think I know, what you are talking about, but most importantly do you? You left out the PLUSH handling off the Bosco! -JmD My theory is that great bikes are pretty much magic. Start throwing terms like that around and the real trouble will start. On Feb 20, 2012, at 10:43

Re: [RBW] Digest for rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com - 25 Messages in 10 Topics

Aussie tights. I wear them every day in the winter under MUSA shorts, no underwear. Warm in the cold, not too hot, soft, dry quickly, not too tight. The crotch wears out after awhile. On 2/20/12, rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com wrote: > ==

Re: [RBW] Re: SimpleOne in progess and a question

On Mon, Feb 20, 2012 at 4:29 PM, Corwin wrote: > I would go with cork bar tape - no shellac. I did the shellac thing on > my Quickbeam. Matched the saddle really well. > > But it turned out to be a maintenance nightmare. Subsequently, Mark > turned me on to just cork bar tape. > > Advantages: > >

[RBW] Re: SimpleOne in progess and a question

I would go with cork bar tape - no shellac. I did the shellac thing on my Quickbeam. Matched the saddle really well. But it turned out to be a maintenance nightmare. Subsequently, Mark turned me on to just cork bar tape. Advantages: 1) Cleans up really easy with water and dish soap. 2) Never ne

Re: [RBW] New Bombadil and AHH

> > Great bikes and setups! Congratulations! 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-owners-bunch+unsub

Re: [RBW] Jimmy Carter

Yes that picture has been around for a while. But kinda cool to be reminded of it... fenderlines be damned, that's a nice bike. -- 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.googl

Re: [RBW] Seattle CL: 59cm Romulus

Those are nice bikes! On 2/20/12, rcnute wrote: > Not mine but happy to liaise if needed! > http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/bik/2861273352.html > > Ryan > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To post to this group, send e

Re: [RBW] Jimmy Carter

Yep, here it is: http://www.flickr.com/photos/24103159@N08/3360339647/ On 2/20/12, cyclotourist wrote: > Rumored to have at least one Rivendell mixte as well! > > On 2/20/12, Larry Schellhase wrote: >> That is a very old picture >> >> On Mon, Feb 20, 2012 at 12:24 PM, Ryan Ray wrote: >> >>> On

Re: [RBW] Jimmy Carter

Rumored to have at least one Rivendell mixte as well! On 2/20/12, Larry Schellhase wrote: > That is a very old picture > > On Mon, Feb 20, 2012 at 12:24 PM, Ryan Ray wrote: > >> On a bike. >> >> Not just any bike. >> >> >> http://www.thebicyclestory.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/jimmy_carter_ri

Re: [RBW] Jimmy Carter

That is a very old picture On Mon, Feb 20, 2012 at 12:24 PM, Ryan Ray wrote: > On a bike. > > Not just any bike. > > > http://www.thebicyclestory.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/jimmy_carter_riv.jpg > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners B

[RBW] Jimmy Carter

On a bike. Not just any bike. http://www.thebicyclestory.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/jimmy_carter_riv.jpg -- 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-owne

Re: [RBW] Re: How many full growlers will an Acorn boxy random bag hold?

Growlers are great, but some times you just have to commit! http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/2406328083/in/photostream/ :-) On 2/20/12, colin p. cummings wrote: > I would have guessed two, but that's beside the point. Carrying ANY > growlers is the point! > > On Feb 20, 12:52 pm, Ryan

[RBW] Seattle CL: 59cm Romulus

Not mine but happy to liaise if needed! http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/bik/2861273352.html Ryan -- 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 t

[RBW] Re: Terminological Inexactitude

I forgot about bombproof. This is often used in reference to tents as well, although if I were being bombed I think a tent would be the last place I would go. And I forgot one of my favourites, the laid-back seatpost. It sounds like the hippy of seatposts, relaxed, non-aggressive. Probably quite

Re: [RBW] Re: Rust inside frame?

But what if you use carbon-based frame saver and a Titanium spray can? On Mon, Feb 20, 2012 at 12:42 PM, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery < thill@gmail.com> wrote: > Re: frame saver adds too much weight > > I often say absurd things for comedic effect. I have to remember that > absurdity is often

[RBW] Re: Terminological Inexactitude

The words are weird. The one that always gets me is the widespread use of the word "bombproof". People like everything on their bike to be bombproof, frame, tires, wheels, etc. I have been riding a long time but have yet to ever run over a bomb. -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: Terminological Inexactitude

I love it. All of it. Especially the part about quick steering; I myself have never had a good experience where "quick" steering is required. As far as supple tires go...in my mind, this term is reserved only for describing leather and, well, let's just say "skin." I have a friend who used to c

[RBW] Re: How many full growlers will an Acorn boxy random bag hold?

I would have guessed two, but that's beside the point. Carrying ANY growlers is the point! On Feb 20, 12:52 pm, Ryan Ray wrote: > Sorry for the typo, my computer was trying to tell me how to spell rando. > Not impressed. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Gro

Re: [RBW] How many full growlers will an Acorn boxy random bag hold?

Sorry for the typo, my computer was trying to tell me how to spell rando. Not impressed. -- 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/-/M5F4kzv6p

[RBW] Terminological Inexactitude

There seems to be a notion that a bike frame can be “sprightly” or “lively”. On the other hand, a frame can supposedly be “sluggish.” I assume this means that the tubing is more or less flexible. Does flexible tubing make a bike more sprightly? Couldn’t you just as well call it “floppy” or “saggy?”

[RBW] Re: Rust inside frame?

Re: frame saver adds too much weight I often say absurd things for comedic effect. I have to remember that absurdity is often difficult to distinguish from the things that genuinely concern some people who are into bikes! Joking aside, the question of frame saver weight has been asked. -- You

Re: [RBW] How many full growlers will an Acorn boxy random bag hold?

well, now that I know the answer to that, I'll probably get one :) On 20 February 2012 13:17, Ryan Ray wrote: > Two! > > http://www.flickr.com/photos/ryanrray/6897492167/in/photostream > > Handling wasn't exactly crisp but I got to the work meeting from Fremont > Brewing with two full growlers i

Re: [RBW] Re: SimpleOne in progess and a question

I am a self-confessed high handlebar guy, you will get guff from the "racer boy" set out there who think anyone not riding with thier head below thier read is not a "real" rider but do what is comfortable for you. Love the look of the simple one, wish I could convince my wife to let me add another

Re: [RBW] Re: Rust inside frame?

Yeah, the frame needs to breathe, some surface rust inside is ok, you just dont want pooling water On Mon, Feb 20, 2012 at 1:28 PM, Leslie wrote: > I think you want to leave those open, so any water that does get in, can > drain out... > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribe

[RBW] Re: Rust inside frame?

I think you want to leave those open, so any water that does get in, can drain out... -- 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/-/SPiqm-UYHOsJ.

[RBW] Re: SimpleOne in progess and a question

The bars aren't even all that high. Don't worry if your bike doesn't precisely match the standards of internet orthodoxy. :-) -- 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@googlegroup

[RBW] Re: Rust inside frame?

At the risk of jacking the OP's thread...is there any benefit to plugging the vent holes on the fork legs and junction of the seat and chain stays? Think I read somewhere that beeswax would do the trick. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bu

[RBW] Re: East Coast Rivendells / BOBs

Joe: Nice to hear from/of you! Thanks for the plug too. Love to see you around on that weekend, the GAP is certainly what the NYT article (http://travel.nytimes.com/2009/10/23/travel/escapes/23passage.html? pagewanted=all) suggested. I'm working hard against the constraints of employment to be ther

[RBW] Re: New Bombadil and AHH

Great bikes and great pictures. Appears the two of you are really having a blast! On Feb 19, 4:49 am, Tom Harrop wrote: > Hi RBW, > > I've finally put the finishing touches together, so here's a link to a few > photos of my 68 cm Bombadil. Scroll through to > see some p

[RBW] Re: A Short Trip to RBWHQ

I really like the looks of the bulmoose bubar on that Bombadil. Thanks for the photo. -- 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, sen

[RBW] How many full growlers will an Acorn boxy random bag hold?

Two! http://www.flickr.com/photos/ryanrray/6897492167/in/photostream Handling wasn't exactly crisp but I got to the work meeting from Fremont Brewing with two full growlers in my Acorn boxy radio bag mounted on an M-12. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Gro

[RBW] Sackville Grid-Grey Mudflaps for sale, Brand New

Bought these off a lister but getting a green slickersack and I am a self confessed bag matcher and cant run two styles on one bike, I know I know, sad stuff. Will sell for what I paid, 18 bucks shipped for the pair, brand new. Thanks. Peter -- You received this message because you are subscribe

[RBW] Re: My Rivendell 64 cm custom frame remains for sale. Price reduction.

Where were you last year? uugh. -- 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/-/97cz5_RUYHUJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu

Re: [RBW] SimpleOne in progess and a question

Beautiful bike. Makes me anxious to start on my SimpleOne build. -- 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/-/FGGqhuz7HkIJ. To post to this group

Re: [RBW] Re: Rust inside frame?

On Mon, Feb 20, 2012 at 12:57 PM, Jay wrote: > Jim, > > Now you tell me. > I treated the frame I bought from Forrest that he bought from you. > If you treat the frames you sell that would mean it got sprayed twice. > Are you serious about weight being an issue? How much can a little > spray weigh?

[RBW] Re: Rust inside frame?

Jim, Now you tell me. I treated the frame I bought from Forrest that he bought from you. If you treat the frames you sell that would mean it got sprayed twice. Are you serious about weight being an issue? How much can a little spray weigh? Jay On Feb 20, 5:32 pm, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery wr

[RBW] Re: Rust inside frame?

Jim, Now you tell me. I treated the frame I bought from Forrest that he bought from you. If you treat the frames you sell that would mean it got sprayed twice. Are you serious about weight being an issue? How much can a little spray weigh? Jay On Feb 20, 5:32 pm, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery wr

Re: [RBW] Aussie tights? Alternatives?

I wear Wooly warm tights over wool boxers or sucking tech fabric boxers and like them a lot. Below 40F, I wear MUSA pants over them Sent from my Kindle Fire _ From: PATRICK MOORE Sent: Mon Feb 20 09:53:06 CST 2012 To: rbw-owners-bunch Subject: [RBW]

RE: [RBW] SimpleOne in progess and a question

It's coming down some (and I'll level the saddle, too), but I think the visual is actually more adversely affected by the fact that the levers are way too high -- when they come down, the comfort level will actually be better, I think, and the look will definitely not be quite as loony. I DID c

[RBW] SimpleOne in progess and a question

That's a beautiful bike, but I have to throw my two cents in on the bar and stem combo. Ack. Sorry, that's just funky looking. Are you sure you want to be THAT high up? Beauty's in the eye of the yadda yadda, but ouch. Brian -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Googl

RE: [RBW] Aussie tights? Alternatives?

Patrick: I ride in them 3-4 days/wk, usually with the Australian wool boxers under them (sometimes with a Rapha liner instead). I think they're "decent", and I don't think they're like long johns (if I understand what you mean by that). They feel like fairly thick (definitely opaque, and quit

Re: [RBW] Aussie tights? Alternatives?

I like the Sport Hill XC pant; I'm pretty sure Peter White sells them. Cheers! lyle On 20 February 2012 10:53, PATRICK MOORE wrote: > Has anyone (male) used the Aussie tights ( > http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/ab4.htm) over regular underwear? Are > they decent or are they unstructured and th

[RBW] Aussie tights? Alternatives?

Has anyone (male) used the Aussie tights ( http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/ab4.htm) over regular underwear? Are they decent or are they unstructured and thin enough that they require hip-latitude corsetry like bike shorts underneath? I did once order a pair of the earlier Rivendell wool tights and

[RBW] Re: Rust inside frame?

Thanks Jim, Will do. Damian -- 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/-/sQkm6SySAyUJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@go

[RBW] Rust inside frame?

Pull the seatpost and hang the bike upside down at various angles to drain any water that may be inside. If you have the tools, you may also pull the crank/BB to check for rust. Grease the seatpost and BB threads liberally before reinstallation. Internal rust is usually more of a theoretical co

Re: [RBW] Rust inside frame?

On Mon, Feb 20, 2012 at 10:04 AM, Damian wrote: > Right, maybe it is, although I didn't notice a smell. Unfortunately I then > cleaned the frame so I can't try to smell it now... > > They should make framesaver a different colour to rust! > Framesaver smells, to me, very sweet. A cloying, almost

Re: [RBW] Rust inside frame?

Right, maybe it is, although I didn't notice a smell. Unfortunately I then cleaned the frame so I can't try to smell it now... They should make framesaver a different colour to rust! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view

Re: [RBW] Rust inside frame?

On Mon, Feb 20, 2012 at 9:35 AM, Damian wrote: > Dear RBWers, > > I have a Saluki (2007) which normally is fendered but not at the > moment because of an overestimation of my mountainbiking skills and > the selection of an inappropriate trail resulting in an uncomfortable > encounter with a gorse

[RBW] Rust inside frame?

Dear RBWers, I have a Saluki (2007) which normally is fendered but not at the moment because of an overestimation of my mountainbiking skills and the selection of an inappropriate trail resulting in an uncomfortable encounter with a gorse bush (do you have them in the USA? I'm in Ireland) and a ro