That's the problem. None of my very many scavenged cogs is a suitable 14. I
do have one with a shoulder but the shoulder is too wide -- noticeably
wider than a 9 speed spacer -- and given that the home-brew cassette
barely, just barely, fits onto the hub body, it is too wide. (Most of the
cogs are
I mean, the outer TWO are just like spacers. I do get as high as a 72 gear
-- even on flat ground!
On Tue, Sep 10, 2013 at 12:38 AM, Patrick Moore bertin...@gmail.com wrote:
the outer three are almost just like spacers -- but it would be nice to
have a 14 t spacer instead of a 12 t spacer.
Those bars on Ebay just... don't... look... right? Maybe it's just the
photos, but as Mike pointed out, the drops look perilously deeper than any
original Dirt Drops I've ever owned or seen. Also, all were sleeved, not
bulged a la the auction.
Not sure if you've ridden on Cunningham-era bars
Re: upside down thumbnails and pics from an iPhone, it's a known iOS bug.
Apple products automatically fix the issue... unless you went back and
rotated 'em. But the combination of Windows and/or Flickr often throw with
loaded dice.
On an iPhone 4 and etc., just make sure the volume buttons
I don't see how this Patrick thumbnail thing could be his phone when viewing
platform matters. Some people are seeing the thumbnails right side up, some
upside down. Everyone sees the full images right side up. Correct? So how is
Patrick's iPhone commanding different people to see different
EXIF data http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Exchangeable_image_file_format,
specifically, the Orientation tag.
Further reading on Apple's
forumhttps://discussions.apple.com/message/16514340#16514340
.
Jeff Hagedorn
Warragul, VIC Australia
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Realised I should have put the build list on this post,
55cm Frame
Jistesha bars, VO 10cm Stem and Brake Levers
Tektro mid reach brakes
White Industries 42T crank and DOS 16/18 freewheel, Paul Melvin chain
tensioner
700c x 35mm Marathon Supremes, (they appear to be more like 32mm though)
On Tuesday, September 10, 2013 6:17:22 AM UTC-4, bobish wrote:
I don't see how this Patrick thumbnail thing could be his phone when
viewing platform matters. Some people are seeing the thumbnails right side
up, some upside down. Everyone sees the full images right side up. Correct?
So how
On Tuesday, September 10, 2013 4:53:21 AM UTC-4, sameness wrote:
Re: upside down thumbnails and pics from an iPhone, it's a known iOS bug.
Apple products automatically fix the issue... unless you went back and
rotated 'em. But the combination of Windows and/or Flickr often throw with
A guy who rides with our Tuesday evening group comes with his bike in his
decrepit old hatchback, but his other car is a Lotus Elise, which is funny
to me. It is the auto equivalent of the ultra-llight weight racing bike for
smooth pavement only, no ability to carry a bike or luggage. Car
I believe Stan's is the only flat fix that is pure latex. The others
contain mix of pulp.
On Monday, September 9, 2013 9:16:01 PM UTC-5, Philip Williamson wrote:
Stan's is less mess and weight than Slime? (Insert TMs where appropriate).
Philip
www.biketinker.com
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Jeff, thanks for the link but after reading that thread, I'm even more
convinced that it's a google mobile app problem. (See forum post below.)
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Re: Iphone 4s Takes Pictures Upside-Down???
Oct 30, 2011 12:07 AM (in response to BEEZR)
It is not a bug in the iPhone, it is
Showed my Moser drive train yesterday. I'm friction shifting 8 on a 1978
Shimano 600 EX that came from the first rebuild of my Raleigh. It of
course is a 5 speed RD but is working like a champ. It's also 190g,
which is the same as a short-cage Record, and 15g lighter than a short-cage
great-looking bike and elegant rack - glad its working out
On Friday, September 6, 2013 4:52:44 PM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote:
I finally tested the new custom rack today under a substantial load -- 37
lb total of bag, kit, mail, and groceries. While the '03 Curt is not the
best load carrier
I am looking for a pair of the Schwalbe 650B Fatty tires that Rivendell used to
sell. New or lightly used.
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I have a pair unused. Email me off list.
Dan
On Sep 10, 2013, at 7:24 AM, Johnny Alien johnnyal...@verizon.net wrote:
I am looking for a pair of the Schwalbe 650B Fatty tires that Rivendell used
to sell. New or lightly used.
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Thanks for the post Manny.
We've gotten a lot of good (and other not so good) responses on the
internet and I'm glad Carlin's discussion of The Rules has started a
discussion with other cyclists.
Here's my addendum to Carlin's rules:
Rive spotting around ATT Park. I went to the SF Giants baseball game last
night with a couple friends. We got to see the Giants win in walk-off
fashion and still be eliminated from contention in the NL West. Fun game.
I spotted two Rivendells. A Simple One with what looked like Jitensha
On Sep 7, 2013, at 10:42 PM, Daniel D. dddon...@gmail.com wrote:
Different flavors are great. Trouble arises when someone thinks any flavor
other than the ones they choose are crap and only fools would drink it.
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my blinking headlight catches smirks from half the people who are riding
without blinking headlights no matter what kind of bike they're riding or
what they're wearing. It don't skin my teeth. Knock your lights out.
Anyone looking for something to take exception with is going to find it.
or the evil storm chasers in Twister...
On Tuesday, September 10, 2013 9:45:53 AM UTC-5, Irv wrote:
Thanks for the post Manny.
We've gotten a lot of good (and other not so good) responses on the
internet and I'm glad Carlin's discussion of The Rules has started a
discussion with other
I'm eking out every bit of reach in my 650b conversion and have to
watch the pad carefully. It looks like it might start rubbing the
tire when the pad wears down to a point!!? However, I decided
(sometime soon) to replace the rear brake with a DiaCompe centerpull,
which may have a bit more
Here in and around ABQ, NM, even the roadies are generally friendly and
appreciative of lesser breeds without the law (Kipling said that). I often
get a thumbs up or Nice bike! or at least, How *old* is that???!!! from
carbonarios.
Funny: perhaps it's just my temperament, but the adrenaline
Yet more on Stan's ...
Late last night, putting the Fargo in the stand to shorten the chain, I
noticed many goathead spikes -- tops decapitated -- sticking in the tread.
I idly pulled one out only to hear the inevitable fs. I spun the
tire: this one took 60 seconds or so, but eventually the
Hello bunch,
I had posed some questions a few weeks ago, as I had planned a few upgrades
to my Riv mixte.
1) Should I get a Gotham Cargo Crate or a Mark's Rack + Wald
basket?https://groups.google.com/forum/#!topic/rbw-owners-bunch/dKYVxqKIzEI--
Winner: Wald
2) Should I get Gilles Berthoud
Gorgeous bike. I love the color.
On Tue, Sep 10, 2013 at 1:03 PM, SMP sume...@gmail.com wrote:
Hello bunch,
I had posed some questions a few weeks ago, as I had planned a few upgrades
to my Riv mixte.
1) Should I get a Gotham Cargo Crate or a Mark's Rack + Wald basket? --
Winner: Wald
2)
What brake is on the rear now? I've had very good success with the Dia-Compe
750 brake on 650B conversions.
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Thank you :)
On Tuesday, September 10, 2013 10:14:52 PM UTC+2, Anne Paulson wrote:
Gorgeous bike. I love the color.
On Tue, Sep 10, 2013 at 1:03 PM, SMP sum...@gmail.com javascript:
wrote:
Hello bunch,
I had posed some questions a few weeks ago, as I had planned a few
upgrades
The bike is gorgeous. Where was it photographed? Looks like a design studio
masquerading as a bicycle shop. ;)
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the short hooks seem to be the problem (I do not have them level to the
ground but rather the ends slightly north of parallel) with my hands in the
drops there just doesn't seem to be enough room to get comfortable. My
hands are not huge but I want a little more room I always feel like I'm
That is a lovely bike! Very nicely done!
On Tuesday, 10 September 2013, SMP wrote:
Hello bunch,
I had posed some questions a few weeks ago, as I had planned a few
upgrades to my Riv mixte.
1) Should I get a Gotham Cargo Crate or a Mark's Rack + Wald
No affiliation with the seller, but looks reasonably priced and set up to
be a pretty sweet go fast bike. My size, too. So, maybe someone should
buy it so I don't?
It was sharp to begin with. You have taken it to the next level.
On Tuesday, September 10, 2013 1:03:39 PM UTC-7, SMP wrote:
Hello bunch,
I had posed some questions a few weeks ago, as I had planned a few
upgrades to my Riv mixte.
1) Should I get a Gotham Cargo Crate or a Mark's Rack +
The bars on ebay are not the original WTB bars.. have tried the new WTB
bar and did not care for the ergo bend. midge just doesn't seem to have
enough room in the drops to keep me comfortable
'
On Monday, September 9, 2013 4:09:55 PM UTC-5, Mike Schiller wrote:
Someone from Poland has some
short hooks don't leave much room for my hands. i have them mounted with
the bar ends just north of parallel and i always seem to feel like im going
to lose my grip. i also have a LD stem that might be a little tall so the
deep drop and larger bend would give me a better fit presumably
On
I bought the bike new in 2003. I can give you the serial # and you might be
able to find out the year of manufacture from Rivendell?? I am the first and
only owner. No damage to frame of wheels except for extremely minor paint
scratches in a few places. Suzy
On Sep 9, 2013, at 6:25 AM,
That's what I was wondering with all those neat cabinets and drawers and
the rack or whatever for stacking wheel rims
On Tuesday, September 10, 2013 3:41:17 PM UTC-5, bobish wrote:
The bike is gorgeous. Where was it photographed? Looks like a design
studio masquerading as a bicycle shop. ;)
Lovely - enjoy that almost new bike feeling!
On Tuesday, September 10, 2013 1:03:39 PM UTC-7, SMP wrote:
Hello bunch,
I had posed some questions a few weeks ago, as I had planned a few
upgrades to my Riv mixte.
1) Should I get a Gotham Cargo Crate or a Mark's Rack + Wald
On Tuesday, September 10, 2013 1:04:29 AM UTC-7, sameness wrote:
Those bars on Ebay just... don't... look... right? Maybe it's just the
photos, but as Mike pointed out, the drops look perilously deeper than any
original Dirt Drops I've ever owned or seen. Also, all were sleeved, not
I have Tektro R559 right now and am going to the Dia-Compe 750. I
think even the 2 mm extra reach from the Dia-Compe will allow the
brake pads to clear the rim so that even when they wear down, they
won't destroy my tire (or at least I won't have to worry about it)!
I'm gonna have the
So it seems I have no interest in my Hilborne frame therefore I will sell
parts and pieces to raise some funds and make some space. Two Nitto lugged
quill stems both are 10cm and in excellent condition. Can be seen here:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/68843829@N03/ $135 shipped? Please reply
Shimano Deore XT Rear Derailer
Model MD739
8 Speed, but according to some literature it can run 9
Max: 32T
Total Capacity: 33T
Pulleys (sealed, ceramic) run smooth with no tooth wear
Minor scratching on body
$50 shipped
Dia Compe 500 (500 no longer visible on arm)
Royal Gran Compe Brake Set
Thanks Dan. Email sent.
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Trick.
On Tuesday, September 10, 2013 4:25:12 PM UTC-5, Tom Virgil wrote:
It was sharp to begin with. You have taken it to the next level.
On Tuesday, September 10, 2013 1:03:39 PM UTC-7, SMP wrote:
Hello bunch,
I had posed some questions a few weeks ago, as I had planned a few
My mistake and apologies. Should read $135 Each.
Thanks,
Frank
On Tuesday, September 10, 2013 5:44:50 PM UTC-5, Frank Brose wrote:
So it seems I have no interest in my Hilborne frame therefore I will sell
parts and pieces to raise some funds and make some space. Two Nitto lugged
quill stems
Ouch. Been there. Done that. Good news, lived to tell about it. Glad you
are OK. BTW, this mistake can be made with any brake; I did it with Racer
Ms. There's no substitute for paying attention.
Michael
On Monday, September 9, 2013 4:58:47 PM UTC-4, Tim Gavin wrote:
I recently
Man, this bike is really gorgeous. And I want a 60 cm Saluki s
badly. But I have two green Rivendells and, though I know it's
silly, really want a different color for the sake of variety. So in
case there's anybody out there reading this, who has a butterscotch version
and
sorry to post here
i have a sugino set up as a double but with the bolt holes and bolts for an
inner chainring.
it is a 170 and a takeoff in almost new. condition
would this help?
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A new-new bike, how fantastic. It looks a lot more useful, while being
cleaned up. White tires are hawt! What you gonna do with the old
mud-guards?
On 9/10/13, Cecily Walker cecily.wal...@gmail.com wrote:
Lovely - enjoy that almost new bike feeling!
On Tuesday, September 10, 2013 1:03:39 PM
I would agree with gorgeous adjective, but not touring.
Lugs =/= touring bike.
On 9/10/13, John L johnlimo...@gmail.com wrote:
No affiliation with the seller, but looks reasonably priced and set up to
be a pretty sweet go fast bike. My size, too. So, maybe someone should
buy it so I don't?
Man, haven't seen one of these in a while!
No affiliation, blah, blah.
http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/bik/4059216795.html
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It was put together and photographed at GOrilla Urban Cycling in Zurich.
http://gorillabicycles.com/
It is kind of like a studio parading as a bike shop, except they are not
parading.
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Thanks everyone for your kind words! Couldn't have done it without your help
and support.
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Feeling a bit arty and quasi helpful... and a package of recently ordered
pedal spikes were sitting on the work bench waiting to be installed into
some Grip Kings. It was a perfect storm of sorts. The camera came out and
the drill press was plugged in.
Not that installing pedal spikes is
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