Re: [RBW] Ergon pedals

2012-06-27 Thread Robert F. Harrison
I haven't put them on my Riv, but I've had them on my Bike Friday NWT for about a year including an Oregon coast tour this past Spring. I like em. They are nice and big and quite comfortable for me (size 12 shoes). I don't slip off them much, better than most pedals. I use Grip Kings on a couple o

[RBW] Ergon pedals

2012-06-27 Thread Jay in Tel Aviv
Anybody try these pedals? I'm tired of getting my shins torn up by the metal ones. Jay -- 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, s

[RBW] Help! Convince me to buy (or not buy) this Atlantis!

2012-06-27 Thread The Cripler
Ok. So here is the situation. I have been looking for an Atlantis for a while. Well I guess looking isn't the right word. Perhaps "dreaming" is a more appropriate descriptor. To be honest, I haven't really thought that an Atlantis was going to be in my price range at the current moment. Not wit

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivish bike shop in New Haven CT?

2012-06-27 Thread rb
Some of the absolute best riding in the us is in nw ct (Salisbury, Lakeville) into SW Massachusetts (Sheffield , great barrington) and over into Columbia county ny. Dirt roads, great climbs, hidden valleys etc. Rob in SW Mass -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Goog

Re: [RBW] Indianapolis area riders

2012-06-27 Thread Paul Mellen
Atlantis Yorktown IN On Mon, Jun 25, 2012 at 11:00 AM, Christopher Wiggins wrote: > I posted this a month or so ago, but never saw it show up. I was at a > advocacy function in the Spring, and saw 4 Rivs. Not used to seeing more > than mine. Any Indy area riders on this board? > > Best, > > Ch

[RBW] Re: Noodles or Albas

2012-06-27 Thread 3wheelin
i used noodles for about a year on my Hilsen...you are right, they were nice, but not quite "there'. I changed to Alba's about a month ago...Things were different. I realized i was going slower, but in a good way. I was stopping more and enjoying my ride better. I feel comfortable and very "English

[RBW] Re: A nine day ride around

2012-06-27 Thread Michael_S
great photos and a great trip Ray. I really enjoyed them. I'm dying to do the SF to Ventura section this year. Just need some other interested riders.. ~mike Carlsbad Ca. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discu

[RBW] A nine day ride around

2012-06-27 Thread Way Rebb
Hello, I took a little vacation last week. Spent nine days hike'n and bike'n the California State Parks, meandering my way from Livermore down to Big Sur and back up the coast. The first day was rough: Livermore to Santa Cruz. Blazingly hot by the time I hit the hills outside of Los Gatos, fift

[RBW] Re: Leonard Zinn Custom touring frame for a tall rider 68cm.

2012-06-27 Thread Rambouilleting Utahn
I can't tell from the pictures, canti or side pulls? Also, you list it as a touring bike. Is the fork crown and brake bridge tapped for fenders? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit htt

[RBW] touch up paint: riv custom road, light metallic blue?

2012-06-27 Thread LF
I'm looking for touch up paint for a Joe Bell paint light metallic blue Riv Road. IIRC this color was once described as something like "if we had a classic color, this would be it." Any suggestions? Thanks, Larry -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RB

[RBW] Grant's Nashville book signing.

2012-06-27 Thread RJM
http://letsgorideabike.com/blog/2012/06/an-afternoon-with-grant-petersen/ Here is a write-up of Grant's book signing that happened last Sunday in Nashville. Thought y'all would be interested. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group

[RBW] Re: Leonard Zinn Custom touring frame for a tall rider 68cm.

2012-06-27 Thread Ryan Ray
Oh I didn't realize this was yours. Umm... bidding war away! What's the tire clearance on this frame? Tubing? It looks like it has only one set of brazeons for both fender and rack in the back? Thanks, - Ryan On Monday, June 25, 2012 7:29:39 PM UTC-7, z-man wrote: > > > End time: Jun 30, 201

[RBW] 68cm Ram near Seattle

2012-06-27 Thread Ryan Ray
http://seattle.craigslist.org/kit/bik/3105497010.html Wow. Pricey but a like-new 68cm Ram. - Ryan -- 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/

[RBW] Re: BLUG: radio interview

2012-06-27 Thread Tim
The interview is still up on the website. I'm listening now. It is "Morning Magazine, Wednesday 6/27, 9:00am. Grant is on at around the 35 minute mark. Here is the link: http://kgnu.org/shows.php -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Re: Noodles or Albas

2012-06-27 Thread Andy Smitty Schmidt
Hi Jay, I believe you saw my related thread a few day back. A couple thoughts that might be worth while for you... My Noodles were on a 7cm stem and Albas are on a 12cm stem. I probably could have gone with a 10 or 11 and been fine. Not that the 12 is too long but I definitely don't want it

[RBW] Re: FS: garage sale weekend

2012-06-27 Thread Joe Bunik
Classic parts and photos added, list updated... http://www.flickr.com/photos/joe_bunik/sets/72157630317235604/detail/ Time to pay the piper. Went digging and came up with a pile that *someone* should find appealing :-) As always... speak up if a price is not right for you. Price sans shipping, p

[RBW] Re: The Poster

2012-06-27 Thread Mike On A Bike
Beastmonster kickstand was my first suspicion wrt to the feet conundrum. Glad the ridiculously sturdy built-in workstand aspect of Rivendell bikes (including the two I own) was included in the art. On Jun 27, 12:22 am, grant wrote: > Aha---here's a tiny but significant piece of the mysterie pie-t

Re: [RBW] Re: CT riders

2012-06-27 Thread mikel66...@juno.com
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Re: [RBW] Torque specs for Rivendell bikes?

2012-06-27 Thread Peter Morgano
Dont forget to x-ray your frame for damage from over-torquing the bolts. :) On Wed, Jun 27, 2012 at 4:37 PM, William wrote: > I accidentally tightened the water bottle bolts a little too much, and it > made the water taste funny. > > > KIDDING!!! > > > On Wednesday, June 27, 2012 6:34:47 AM UTC-

Re: [RBW] Torque specs for Rivendell bikes?

2012-06-27 Thread William
I accidentally tightened the water bottle bolts a little too much, and it made the water taste funny. KIDDING!!! On Wednesday, June 27, 2012 6:34:47 AM UTC-7, Skenry wrote: > > What bolts or specs are you looking for? > The only thing that could possibly come from a frame manufacturer would b

[RBW] Re: Poster Haiku

2012-06-27 Thread Leslie
When I first read it, I thought you were saying that DLG had put the poster up on his site now... took a second to back up and just appreciate it for what it was, and not trying to read into it... lol... On Wednesday, June 27, 2012 3:28:37 PM UTC-4, Marty wrote: > > Cheers to D. L. Goines > A

[RBW] BLUG: radio interview

2012-06-27 Thread Leslie
This morning, awaiting my carpool partner, I was hit the BLUG page, and noticed the update about the radio interview via Boulder. My office has a no-internet-radio policy (afraid of bandwidth loss); but I followed the link from the BLUG on my phone, downloaded the app, and set a reminder on my

[RBW] Poster Haiku

2012-06-27 Thread Marty
Cheers to D. L. Goines A lad and his wheel revealed Progressive delight! -- 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/-/RDU8o3QibRQJ. To post to th

[RBW] Re: Leonard Zinn Custom touring frame for a tall rider 68cm.

2012-06-27 Thread Ryan Ray
Anyone here bidding on this? As a 6'6" rider this is pretty dreamy if the price stays down. I won't get in a bidding war with anyone on this list though. - Ryan On Monday, June 25, 2012 7:29:39 PM UTC-7, z-man wrote: > > > End time: Jun 30, 2012 5:51:58 PM EDT > > > View item: > Leonard Zinn

Re: [RBW] Torque specs for Rivendell bikes?

2012-06-27 Thread James Warren
I love working on my own bike, but we have such a good mechanic at the local bike shop that I will bring it to him, because I like supporting him. (That combined with being overwhelmed in my personal or work life.) Sent from my iPhone On Jun 27, 2012, at 9:56 AM, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery

[RBW] Re: nice kids' bikes

2012-06-27 Thread Thomas Lynn Skean
I'd've considered the Rambler if I'd stumbled across it. I don't know that I'd've gone for it; it is pricier than the one we bought and basically looks like an identical frame. Unfortunately, what I want is for RBW to sell an Hillborne or AHH in my son's size with Roadeo tubing in my son's siz

[RBW] Re: Noodles or Albas - 2nd try

2012-06-27 Thread Thomas Lynn Skean
Hi! Whether the Albatross is right for you depends on how you normally ride now (drops/tops/hooks/hoods/behind-the-levers) and what you'd like to change (hand-orientation/lean/reach). Personally I greatly appreciate a *very* upright riding position. My hands rest inches above the level of my s

[RBW] Re: The Poster--What to do now that you have it

2012-06-27 Thread Lynne Fitz
I was going to pick up a frame and then hang it on the wall with my rando-bling from last season. Yes it is a poster. It is also a work of awesome craftsmanship (both the company and the lithography). On Tuesday, June 26, 2012 4:32:33 AM UTC-7, islaysteve wrote: > > In anticipation of receivin

Re: [RBW] Torque specs for Rivendell bikes?

2012-06-27 Thread Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery
Some people should not work on their own bikes. This is not an insult, just something that I've observed over a number of years fixing massive DIY f-ups. That said, as a mechanical object, the bicycle is quite approachable for an amateur wrench, so for a person who has the aptitude and inclinati

[RBW] Re: CT riders

2012-06-27 Thread C.J. Filip
Might be an Atlantis in Coventry at the end of July. On Jun 27, 7:21 am, Ken Karpowicz wrote: > LongLow in Bloomfield > > Sent from my iPad > > > > > > > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email t

[RBW] Re:What are your favorite blogs?

2012-06-27 Thread Rich Powers
I'll add this one: http://g-tedproductions.blogspot.com/ He is a local guy and does a lot of gravel rides and adventures. Great writing style and perspective. He is a steel guy at heart. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

Re: [RBW] Torque specs for Rivendell bikes?

2012-06-27 Thread ANDREW LETTON
>From the Riv website, here is what Nitto recommends: http://www.rivbike.com/kb_results.asp?ID=65 HTH, Andrew From: lungimsam To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Tue, June 26, 2012 8:22:37 PM Subject: [RBW] Torque specs for Rivendell bikes? Hello,

Re: [RBW] Torque specs for Rivendell bikes?

2012-06-27 Thread Seth Vidal
On Wed, Jun 27, 2012 at 12:17 PM, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery wrote: > Rolls Royce suggests enlisting the help of an experienced RR mechanic to > demonstrate proper torque. > > I don't know many pro mechanics who use torque wrenches or fret over torque > specs, except on CF stuff. For the most

Re: [RBW] Torque specs for Rivendell bikes?

2012-06-27 Thread Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery
Rolls Royce suggests enlisting the help of an experienced RR mechanic to demonstrate proper torque. I don't know many pro mechanics who use torque wrenches or fret over torque specs, except on CF stuff. For the most part "mechanic's hand" is just fine. If you lack mechanic's hand, hopefully you

Re: [RBW] SJS cycles

2012-06-27 Thread René Sterental
I've shopped with them in the past, and always had a good experience. However, if the item I want is available on www.wiggle.co.uk, that's where I get it since they have free shipping to the United States and their prices are very competitive. I shop here primarily for european items I cannot find

RE: [RBW] Re: The Poster

2012-06-27 Thread Allingham II, Thomas J
Optional "margin of goodwill" menu item is a great idea. -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Scott A Sent: Tuesday, June 26, 2012 2:13 AM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] Re: The Poster I was amazed when I

Re: [RBW] SJS cycles

2012-06-27 Thread Peter Morgano
Second that. I have bought from them in the past and they were awesome. On Jun 27, 2012 11:32 AM, "Jay in Tel Aviv" wrote: > Just wanted to let you guys know that this UK outfit is a pleasure to > buy from. > I received a couple of Rivish parts today from them and am very happy > with their sele

Re: [RBW] Torque specs for Rivendell bikes?

2012-06-27 Thread Thomas Lynn Skean
On at least one of the sets of instructions I have received with various Nitto rack products it says: "Use good judgment." Yours, Thomas Lynn Skean On Wednesday, June 27, 2012 8:58:15 AM UTC-5, JimD wrote: > "We don't need no stinking specs. Just tighten it 'til it smokes!"? >> > > Back in

[RBW] Re: Noodles or Albas

2012-06-27 Thread Joe Bernard
I've used both, and it's a very different experience. In my opinion, a 2cm difference in stem length will not be enough. Albas sit you WAY back compared to what you are used to. Joe Bernard Vallejo, CA. On Wednesday, June 27, 2012 7:30:46 AM UTC-7, Jay in Tel Aviv wrote: > I am currently usi

[RBW] Noodles or Albas - 2nd try

2012-06-27 Thread Jay
Google seems to have eaten this post from earlier today. Apologies to anyone who get it twice. > I am currently using 46 cm Noodle bars at about saddle height on my > Sam for my 15 mile RT commute. I like the multiple hand positions but > can't say I'm really comfortable with them, so I'm thinking

[RBW] SJS cycles

2012-06-27 Thread Jay in Tel Aviv
Just wanted to let you guys know that this UK outfit is a pleasure to buy from. I received a couple of Rivish parts today from them and am very happy with their selection, prices, delivery speed, packaging etc. Since they are in the UK, they take the 20% VAT off for US orders, which more or less co

[RBW] Re: Nitto Max Stem Height Question

2012-06-27 Thread Zack
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[RBW] Noodles or Albas

2012-06-27 Thread Jay in Tel Aviv
I am currently using 46 cm Noodle bars at about saddle height on my Sam for my 15 mile RT commute. I like the multiple hand positions but can't say I'm really comfortable with them, so I'm thinking about giving Albas a try. If anyone out there has made the switch from drops to Albas, I'd love to h

Re: [RBW] Torque specs for Rivendell bikes?

2012-06-27 Thread Seth Vidal
On Mon, Jun 25, 2012 at 10:05 PM, lungimsam wrote: > Hello, > > I was wondering if Rivendell lugged steel frames and bolts have torque > specs? > Or, if the frames could speak, would they say: "We don't need no stinking > specs. Just tighten it 'til it smokes!"? > > Thanks for any info. > Depends

Re: [RBW] Torque specs for Rivendell bikes?

2012-06-27 Thread jimD
> "We don't need no stinking specs. Just tighten it 'til it smokes!"? Back in the day, I had a Bultaco motorcycle. The bike had a poorly translated (from the original Spanish) owner's manual. The manual offered some guidance on tightening fasteners. It went something like: "It is important no

RE: [RBW] Re: The Poster

2012-06-27 Thread John Dilsaver
The poster, and some other assorted bike stuff, is scheduled to arrive here in remote s.w. MO later this morning. So, I'm curious to see it. Also, I'm having some of my colleagues from work over this weekend, --- I'm a high school math/physics teacher in the middle of summer break;-- at sch

Re: [RBW] Torque specs for Rivendell bikes?

2012-06-27 Thread Scott Henry
What bolts or specs are you looking for? The only thing that could possibly come from a frame manufacturer would be a seat post binder bolt (and thats only for a threaded seat lug). And that a stretch. All other specs would be from the component manufacturer and should be on the specific instruct

[RBW] Re: The Poster

2012-06-27 Thread islaysteve
I second this sentiment and also the suggestion for a "goodwill" item from which to order. Agree that I would have ordered at a low intro price whether $20, 23, 25, etc. I'm sure that many others here would have also. Grant, please consider this. (Still anxiously awaiting poster delivery to

[RBW] Re: CT riders

2012-06-27 Thread Ken Karpowicz
LongLow in Bloomfield Sent from my iPad > -- 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...@g

Re: [RBW] Nitto Max Stem Height Question

2012-06-27 Thread David Hallerman
All text and any min/max insertion line should be in the steerer tube and not visible. Typically, a quill stem gives you 65mm to 75mm, measured from the long part in the back, that needs to be inserted fully into the steerer. Dave, who still remembers this foolish fellow who had his quill a f

[RBW] Re: Anyone ride around Manchester state park in WA state?

2012-06-27 Thread art
On Tuesday, June 26, 2012 5:07:29 PM UTC-7, Ryan Ray wrote: > > Here is my planned trip: http://goo.gl/maps/WM9a > > I'm taking my 3y old son on his first bike camping trip and a friend from > out there seems to think the roads are not safe for cyclists. Non cyclists > seem to think bike lanes