Deac, by definition a child can't be childish - only an adult can be.
A child's wants are innocent - that's how your father looks at your
bicycles.
Teaching personal sacrifice to a child at Christmas time is the opposite of
the gift message.
On Wednesday, December 17, 2014 8:58:53 AM
Thread the wire through cable housing. There are several housing gauges
available. Then use these to attach to the frame.
http://www.vintagebicyclerebuilds.com.au/cable_accessories.htm
All of it is easy to do. The cable run along the rear rack is short. There
is no dangling. Looks good too.
anybody who wants to trade up their battery light to a USB rechargeable,
quick, sell it to Patrick. Cygo Hot Shot USB light is great, and factory
sells a rack mount for cheap. Also, the cost and weight of big and bigger
USB battery packs is coming way down this year - these things were $80 a
True Christmas is the Celebration of OneSelf as Christ , the symbol of The
Perfect Self, I AM that I AM . Free from want, for all is Perfect and in
Perfection there is no lack, hence, nothing to want of. The meaning of
Heaven on Earth .
So truly, every moment is Christmas :)
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Thanks!
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On Wed, Dec 17, 2014 at 8:51 PM, Pondero cj.spin...@gmail.com wrote:
Lovely photos, Eunice.
Chris Johnson
Sanger, Texas
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after the lecture, that's condescension.. here's my daughter's frame, her
first drop bar and fast steering bike - she had problems steering it for
the first 100 miles. In everything, she is an aggressive charger.
It is hard to have a discussion on differing points of view where someone
takes
Hi Patrick!
Why aren't you just using your existing Toplight Line Plus? It sounds like
that's exactly what you're looking for, isn't it?
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On Wednesday, December 17, 2014 5:19:04 PM UTC-5, bertin753 wrote:
I don't want to hassle with rear wiring. I can use either a 2-bolt or a
I was thinking about putting together a similar post just the other day.
I'm in Fremont but can grab the BART to Oakland, Berkeley or the city.
Would love to be introduced to some good rides in the area.
John
On Wednesday, December 17, 2014 10:22:49 PM UTC-8, DS wrote:
Anyone interested in
I'm in Novato and would definitely be interested now that my schedule is
not so crazy, and if its a not all day ride I can even get a pass from
the wife :)
-Andy
On Wednesday, December 17, 2014 10:22:49 PM UTC-8, DS wrote:
Anyone interested in meeting up for a monthly Rivendell ride in the
Maybe I got the name wrong. At any rate, what I have now is dyno driven and
I want something battery powered. I have a German rear rack, 2-bolt battery
light on the Ram and would like something similar for the Riv (custom)
commuter. I was hoping to find something used.
The photo I included was
Thanks; I've thought of that, tho' using plastic (copper???) swamp cooler
tubing, but but but but ... it's still unsightly, methinks. (Well, copper
tubing wouldn't be, but it would be cluttery.)
Perhaps inertia will take over and I'll just run whut I brung and stop
fretting.
On Thu, Dec 18, 2014
I have site #6 reserved at Sky Camp, for 26 and 27 of December. Friend Mark
and I are heading there from Ferry Building in SF sometime mid Friday
morning, and will either spend Saturday night there, too, or head further
on to Russian River lodging, not sure. But weather looks clear (can't say
more like the Bullwinkle show
On Thursday, December 18, 2014 9:07:11 AM UTC-6, Matthew J wrote:
after the lecture, that's condescension.. here's my daughter's frame,
her first drop bar and fast steering bike - she had problems steering it
for the first 100 miles. In everything, she is an
you don't have the right to have a different point of view about my
daughter's bike
On Thursday, December 18, 2014 11:24:30 AM UTC-6, Ron Mc wrote:
more like the Bullwinkle show
On Thursday, December 18, 2014 9:07:11 AM UTC-6, Matthew J wrote:
after the lecture, that's condescension..
I made a post that was a point about something specific, nothing general.
The fact that you and steve both took general exception with it really
show what dicks the two of you are - a general point made over and over
On Thursday, December 18, 2014 11:26:34 AM UTC-6, Ron Mc wrote:
you don't
you don't have the right to have a different point of view about my
daughter's bike
I have no point of view on your daughter's bike.
I have a point of view on whether DT shifters are any more or less safe
than Bar End. My point of view is they are not.
If you are sensitive to point of
Very interested. I'm in Sacramento, with family in Temescal, so can and
will easily get down there if a ride(s) was organized on a weekend day.
Great idea. Thanks.
David
On Thursday, December 18, 2014 8:17:28 AM UTC-8, Andy.M wrote:
I'm in Novato and would definitely be interested now
In, great idea. You have to start somewhere, go with Jan 3rd from Rockridge
- Andrew, Berkeley
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I took it as him not understanding your concern with a DT setup.
I support you taking whatever steps necessary to give your daughter the
safest cycling environment possible.
On Dec 18, 2014 11:26 AM, Ron Mc bulldog...@gmail.com wrote:
you don't have the right to have a different point of view
Ooops, did I sign into the Mordor Bicycle Owners Group by mistake?
Are some people seriously choosing an adult toy forum to preach against
materialism?
Seriously??
Oh, duh! I get it, you were being ironic!!! Silly me!
Happy Holidays everyone,
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On Thu, Dec 18, 2014 at 10:43 AM, John Phillips jphillip...@icloud.com
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Ooops, did I sign into the Mordor Bicycle Owners Group by mistake?
Are some people seriously choosing an adult toy forum to preach against
materialism?
Seriously??
Oh, duh! I get it, you
Lots of good stuff here to respond to, but it falls outside the scope of
this group (even for me, and that's saying something!). Grin. So rather
than delve into theology, I'll bow out. May God startle you with the joy of
Christ's Mass!
With abandon,
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Don't forget: http://www.lyonsport.com/frames-0
On Tuesday, December 16, 2014 10:03:05 AM UTC-7, Jim Bronson wrote:
The limiting factor right now on the Redwood is the 200mm cranks. I'm
scraping pretty often even with 700x32. But I do have an extra 650B
wheelset sitting around now that
Mass is something we can all agree we care about, especially if it's
measured in Grams.
On Thu, Dec 18, 2014 at 10:49 AM, Deacon Patrick lamontg...@mac.com wrote:
Lots of good stuff here to respond to, but it falls outside the scope of
this group (even for me, and that's saying something!).
Estate Sale. His and hers Rivendell Touring Bikes built early 2012.
Atlantis 58cm Standard build
Betty Foy 60cm Standard build
Simano HG61 9 Speed 12-36 Cassette
Sugino XD-2 Crankset, 170mm
700 x 38 Tires
Brooks saddles
Both bikes always stored indoors and are in like new condition. They
If your dyno headlight isn't a Supernova, I highly recommend the Secula Plus
dynamo rear light. I was worried about the wire run as well, but judicious use
of clear tape, and wrapping the wire around my rear brake cable along the top
tube have minimized it somewhat.
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THE GOODS
Nitto Technomic 130mm extension. Good condition. $30
Shimano Golden Arrow derailleur set. Front is marked FD-A105, rear is
short cage unmarked. $15
Mafac Racers, front rear, complete with Mafac-branded front rear cable
hangers. Very clean. $50
Tektro Levers, XLC branded,
Also I should mention that the bag is $65 for local pick up in North East
Portland Oregon.
On Wednesday, December 3, 2014 5:05:47 PM UTC-8, Antonioni Vicente wrote:
1950's or 60's La Fuma hiking pack. The Baggins resemblance is lovely.
This thing rides perfectly on a porteur rack or will
Agree with all here. My Schmidt 28 hub and Edelux are two favorite
accessories on the bike. If I were to do it again, I would lace them up
with disc hubs (and rim brake rims) to give it more versatility. But SON28
up front and XT rear, with Pacenti 23 rims--no complaints.
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I have Spanninga pixeo taillights mounted onto the plastic fenders on two
bikes (planet bike and SKS). They're great taillights: bright, super
lightweight, and mount easily even on plastic fenders. And they're quite
inexpensive.
(They have a battery-powered version too, but I'm talking about
From the hoods, with Shimano, you don't really use your fingertips. A least I
don't. Middle finger is kinda resting against small lever the whole time and
I just kinda push it inward to shift.
I do find it a little awkward snagging the little lever with my fingertips from
the drops, however.
My DT shifters are pretty much right on the front tire. I've only put
fingers in the spokes twice since 1989, though. :)
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On Wednesday, December 17, 2014 11:43:04 AM UTC-8, Steve Palincsar wrote:
On 12/17/2014 01:52 PM, Matthew
If the bars are high enough that I can spend most of my time in the drops then
I like barcons better. I'm usually a hood riding tootler though, so slight
advantage to DT, since they're on a solid platform. Also can shift either
shifter with either hand.
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no problem, let me know if you decide other wise. I can buy whenever!
On Tuesday, December 9, 2014 10:44:03 AM UTC-5, Hobo wrote:
Hey Machael, thanks for the interest but right now I'm just trying to sell
the complete bike.
I have too many bikes and parts laying around. I need to
Just thought I'd tack this to the top through the end of the year.
Beautiful images and fine cause.
Happy Holidays!
On Wednesday, December 17, 2014 1:58:00 PM UTC-8, Eunice Chang wrote:
Hi all,
Thought Riv folks might be interested:
I've made a calendar full of my bike photos (including
These have been on sale for the better part of a year, haven't they? I see
this posting come around; I can set my calendars to it.
On Wed, Dec 17, 2014 at 3:36 PM, 'rolf...@yahoo.com' via RBW Owners Bunch
rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com wrote:
Estate Sale. His and hers Rivendell Touring
Seconded; The secula plus is super bright, but it's not blinding; The way
the reflector/deflector spreads the light is really nice.
On Thu, Dec 18, 2014 at 10:51 AM, Lynne Fitz fitzb...@comcast.net wrote:
If your dyno headlight isn't a Supernova, I highly recommend the Secula
Plus dynamo rear
The 650b aeroheat rims are pretty fantastic; They may not be classic but
I'm a big fan of 'em. Super functional. 36 hole, but I think 32's available.
On Mon, Dec 15, 2014 at 2:26 PM, Çackalak cacka...@gmail.com wrote:
Agree with all here. My Schmidt 28 hub and Edelux are two favorite
I should also mention that they seat those supple tires with great ease;
Far easier than the older synergies.
On Thu, Dec 18, 2014 at 10:57 AM, Chris Chen cc...@nougat.org wrote:
The 650b aeroheat rims are pretty fantastic; They may not be classic but
I'm a big fan of 'em. Super functional. 36
Cool, some really good initial interest!
I'll setup a group in the next few days and send the link in this thread,
lets shoot for a Jan 3 9:30 kickoff at Rockridge BART. In general, I'll
stick to the first weekend of the month, and probably post my regular
weekend rides in case anyone wants to
I am up for joining in. Might not be able to do 1/3 but I'll see if I can
shuffle things around. Sundays are better than Saturdays.
Thanks for getting this started.
Dan
On Wed, Dec 17, 2014 at 10:22 PM, DS davecst...@gmail.com wrote:
Anyone interested in meeting up for a monthly Rivendell
wither the annual New Years Day Diablo mudfest?
=- Joe Bunik
Walnut Creek, CA
On 12/18/14, Dan McNamara djmcnam...@gmail.com wrote:
I am up for joining in. Might not be able to do 1/3 but I'll see if I can
shuffle things around. Sundays are better than Saturdays.
Thanks for getting this
Maybe 1/4 instead of 1/3 and set on the first Sunday then? Thats fine by me.
Joe - sounds awesome is that a regular thing? i'll be on a plane across the
country that day.
On Thu, Dec 18, 2014 at 11:37 AM, Joe Bunik jbu...@gmail.com wrote:
wither the annual New Years Day Diablo mudfest?
=- Joe
I use the same cable housing as my brakes use, LBS stuff. So it's not
exotic or particularly stand-out visible.
On Thursday, December 18, 2014 10:53:32 AM UTC-6, Patrick Moore wrote:
Thanks; I've thought of that, tho' using plastic (copper???) swamp cooler
tubing, but but but but ... it's
Riv is selling a DUMMYa big oneactually an XL Big Dummy.
DUMMY! http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/wsf-113.htm
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Last night I finished up the fender install, and also made a rack-top
splash guard to protect the underside of my basket contents (not pictured)
Bubb-lantis https://www.flickr.com/photos/45758191@N04/16051352712/
On Tuesday, December 16, 2014 6:33:17 AM UTC-8, Bill Lindsay wrote:
Absolutely!
I'd be up for this. Currently on fixed but I can bring a tandem with gears!
Cheers,
Patrick
On Thu, Dec 18, 2014 at 12:22 AM, DS davecst...@gmail.com wrote:
Anyone interested in meeting up for a monthly Rivendell ride in the Bay
Area (East Bay specifically since I live in Oakland but happy to
I support you taking whatever steps necessary to give your daughter the
safest cycling environment possible.
Me too. Truly sorry this whole topic went off track.
Bottom line is Lungimsam should certainly give DT a try. He may just like
it as much as some of us here do.
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Bottom line is Lungimsam should certainly give DT a try. He may just like
it as much as some of us here do.
unless his Sam Hillborne and Bleriot don't happen to be equipped with
DT shift bosses. In that case he should just be happy with what he has
because barcons are also great.
On
I am in for any of this
On Thursday, December 18, 2014 1:09:54 PM UTC-8, Patrick Shea wrote:
I'd be up for this. Currently on fixed but I can bring a tandem with gears!
Cheers,
Patrick
On Thu, Dec 18, 2014 at 12:22 AM, DS davec...@gmail.com javascript:
wrote:
Anyone interested in
I was reading the old posts in this thread and noticed this one again,
I too tend to click the bar-end with my palm as I hold the bar, works
pretty good and it keeps two hands on the bar at all times. Of course
this only works for upshifts, unless someone has figured out how to
levitate their
I'm in! I don't own a real Riv, but from a distance who can really tell.
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When I dropped my New Albion off the top of a fence Manny said just flip it
around and lean on it. This was not effective.
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My current Hilsen has DT shifters. As others have said, I like the looks.
I'm also very comfortable with DT shifters so, even though I'm a tall guy,
I don't really notice any issues that would ever make me want to give up
style over function.
When I had an Atlantis touring bike, I used DT
Has anyone inquired and received a response?
On Thursday, December 18, 2014 12:43:51 AM UTC-5, Evan wrote:
FYI. Not mine. Good price, right?
http://modesto.craigslist.org/bik/4808493534.html
Modesto is a one-hour drive from Walnut Creek. I sent the seller an email
yesterday (Tuesday)
Pixeos rule. I have one that I had originally mounted on a plastic fender
(it's now on alloy). They're light, they're bright, they're cheap.
Perfect!
On Thursday, December 18, 2014 1:51:42 PM UTC-5, Eli wrote:
I have Spanninga pixeo taillights mounted onto the plastic fenders on two
If you have either of these lights and they are broken, I would like to
take them off your hands for cash. Contact me off-list if interested.
Anton
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I have had all the the types of shifters mentioned up to now, and more,
over the almost 50 years I have been riding bikes. Truth be told, I like
them all when they work well. I think that is the core here; what works
well for you right now on the chosen bike? DT shifters worked very well for
I've got an extra Nitto M12 rack (for cantilever brake mount), but would prefer
a front rack to mount on my Quickbeam fork tabs. Can we work a trade?
Chris Johnson
Sanger, Texas
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I sent an email last night, but no response.
On Thu, Dec 18, 2014 at 3:12 PM, rw1911 rw1...@gmail.com wrote:
Has anyone inquired and received a response?
On Thursday, December 18, 2014 12:43:51 AM UTC-5, Evan wrote:
FYI. Not mine. Good price, right?
I might also jump in on this sort of riding. I've been meaning to get
back out riding on weekends.
Do yourselves a favor and stay off the trails in the lower part of Tilden
Park if you get the itch to get dirty (Curran Trail, Meadows Canyon and
Wildcat Gorge, specifically.) Heavy
Yep. He's on this list... hey!?!?! that's ME!
That image was from a visit to the RBWHQL - I was snapping images of staff
bicycle parking. Which is consistent with the comments which follow.
- Jim My Hilsen is Blue, though I have said 'rockin'
On Monday, December 15, 2014 7:42:02 PM
Rivendell says Schwalbe tires last a long time don't get many flats. One
of my high mileage touring buds can vouch for both claims. He got these
for Christmas 2012, and has had 2 flats since then. When the blue puncture
protection belt started showing thru one, he decided they'd earned
Let me know if you have one to sell, want to outfit my new Quickbeam buy!
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How about 1 of each like on my rSogn? Friction DT on the left and Indexed
barcon on the right.
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unless his Sam Hillborne and Bleriot don't happen to be equipped with DT
shift bosses.
Believe Bleriot did come with DT bosses. Not sure about the Hillborne.
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How about 1 of each like on my rSogn? Friction DT on the left and Indexed
barcon on the right.
Unique, creative and clever. I love it.
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Here's the link, I'll do a cross post in the RBW group a few days before,
and for the first few months. Anyone is welcome to post rides and meetups
there. I'll post my regular weekend rides there as well in case anyone
wants to join (those are usually decided sometime Friday).
Tried to think of a
Oh man, I wonder if that bike is too big for me. I could really use it.
On Thu, Dec 18, 2014 at 12:17 PM, Bill Lindsay tapebu...@gmail.com wrote:
Riv is selling a DUMMYa big oneactually an XL Big Dummy.
DUMMY!
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I just saw it dropped to $1850. Nice specs. Wish I fit a Hunq 58 (I'm
more of a 54).
John
On Wednesday, December 17, 2014 9:43:51 PM UTC-8, Evan wrote:
FYI. Not mine. Good price, right?
http://modesto.craigslist.org/bik/4808493534.html
Modesto is a one-hour drive from Walnut Creek. I
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On Thu, Dec 18, 2014 at 8:19 PM, Surlyprof jmcclu...@gmail.com wrote:
I just saw it dropped to $1850. Nice specs. Wish I fit a Hunq 58 (I'm more
of a 54).
John
On Wednesday, December 17, 2014 9:43:51 PM UTC-8, Evan wrote:
FYI. Not mine. Good
Huh. I really don't need another bike, but would have paid the asking. Too
bad they didn't reply. I see it's gone, hopefully to someone on the list.
Hit me up if you'd like to make a quick 150. :-)
On Thursday, December 18, 2014 11:19:28 PM UTC-5, Surlyprof wrote:
I just saw it dropped
I was gearing up for this one myself... nice wheelset, great custom
color, thoughtful build.
On Thu, Dec 18, 2014 at 9:12 PM, rw1911 rw1...@gmail.com wrote:
Huh. I really don't need another bike, but would have paid the asking. Too
bad they didn't reply. I see it's gone, hopefully to someone
I bent one back for a guy on a brevet one time because some angry guy tried
to pick a fight with us riders. I mean, I bent it back by hand.
On Thu, Dec 18, 2014 at 4:35 PM, Evan Baird vanster...@gmail.com wrote:
When I dropped my New Albion off the top of a fence Manny said just flip
it
No bosses on my 53 Bleriot or 2013 Sam.
Pondering this for a next bike I may get one day to see if I should get bosses
on the frame or not.
I guess the only way I'll know is to find a bike with them and try it out.
I am perfectly happy with my bar end shifters now though.
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