Re: [RBW] Re: Thunder Burt Wisdom...

Brian, Glad to hear your report em. I wasn't giving up them and hearing your experiences adds to my resolve to run them. And so supple :) Tail Winds, ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipedemusings.blogspot.com/ O

[RBW] Re: Oregon Outback

I'm putting up my recount of the trip by day. The first couple are up: http://stonehog.com/2015/06/07/oregon-outback-2015-day-1/ http://stonehog.com/2015/06/08/oregon-outback-2015-day-2/ Still thinking about this trip! Brian Seattle, WA On Tuesday, May 26, 2015 at 6:13:43 PM UTC-7, stonehog wr

[RBW] Re: Thunder Burt Wisdom...

I'm surprised to hear Mark's experience with shredded Thunder Burts on the Oregon Outback. I ran the liteskin 2.1" tubeless, and had one leak early on the first day, but managed to spin seal it, and never had to pump it up again. My buddy was running the Snakeskin 2.1 rear and 2.25 front, and

Re: [RBW] Re: Advice and suggestions for custom dirt/pavement allrounder?

I really don't want to learn whether a Jones Plus could work with a Rohloff and belt drive. I don't want to know this. On Mon, Jun 8, 2015 at 9:57 PM, Mike Shaljian wrote: > Patrick, > > The thing about the ride of the Jones Plus on the road is that it really is > like a limousine. . . the extra

[RBW] Re: Contemplating which route to take with a Sam, budget build or riv build kit

Not on the site. I meant a build with items of your choosing. On Monday, June 8, 2015 at 11:07:57 AM UTC-7, Ginz wrote: > > Is the budget kit listed on the site? I only see one type of build kit > under Frames > Maybe after I start making a list of actual prices the riv build kits will l

[RBW] Re: Rivnuts question

Thanks everyone! Andrew, exactly the answer I was looking for, thanks! On Monday, June 8, 2015 at 12:51:09 PM UTC-7, Andrew Drummond wrote: > > Rivnuts for M5 screws have a 7 or 7.5mm OD, while you'd use a 1/4" > (6.35mm) drill for a brazed in boss, so yes - a hole made for a rivnut will > be to

[RBW] Re: Advice and suggestions for custom dirt/pavement allrounder?

Patrick, The thing about the ride of the Jones Plus on the road is that it really is like a limousine. . . the extra long wheelbase smooths out everything. Even though it has a very long wheelbase, the bike still feels very responsive with the high (76 mm) rake on the fork, and I feel that it t

Re: [RBW] Elbe Cycle Route from Prague to Dresden

Hey Jim, I sort of tried this on a lark with no forethought nor maps in 2011. I had a free day or two in prague in between meetings and decided that, fixie bike friday in hand, hey, Dresden looks pretty close, maybe I can ride up there today and take the train back tonight. The short story is tha

Re: [RBW] Re: A Life Update

I am grateful for the feedback. On Monday, June 8, 2015 8:41 PM, 'Tim' via RBW Owners Bunch wrote: I was 49 when I had my double knee replacement. I would have preferred to wait until I was older but I couldnt. I had them both done at the same time. I have been overjoyed with the

Re: [RBW] Re: A Life Update

Thanks Steve, that is good to hear. Clayton B. On Monday, June 8, 2015 5:47 PM, Steve Palincsar wrote: On 06/08/2015 07:45 PM, 'clayton bailey' via RBW Owners Bunch wrote: >  I am extremely curious on how Cecily and others that have had knee > replacements, think about how their kne

[RBW] Re: Advice and suggestions for custom dirt/pavement allrounder?

Yea.. sounds like you want a custom... but 29er wheels 65mm wide. on a road type bike... I see problems.. wide Q factor, toe overlap issues. I've tried this and couldn't make it work. I ended up with 700x46 max to make it work. My 58cm Bantam https://www.flickr.com/photos/37347002@N05/16

Re: [RBW] FS extra extra large bikes

64cm Rivendell Bombadil full build available again. 2 parties interested in Frame/Fork only. Has nitto bull moose bars, 8 speed campagnolo OR components. Pictures available upon request with private email communication to hankinso...@me.com or rhankin...@hotmail.com Sincerely, Ryan Hanki

[RBW] FS: Hub Area Rack, Mustache Bars, Shifters

Hi all, I have a few items for sale, some things have been switched around on some bikes. I'm also trying to fund my first riv frame purchase! If anyone has a 58cm Riv frame, Atlantis, Hillborne, Hungapillar, etc lets talk. Anyways: Nitto Hub Area Rack - $110 shipped CONUS - This is the first v

[RBW] A brevet ride report with a Riv in the wild meeting.

http://eprider.blogspot.com/2015/06/east-creek-600k-simmering-melange-of.html for those who may be interested. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email

Re: [RBW] Re: A Life Update

I was 49 when I had my double knee replacement. I would have preferred to wait until I was older but I couldnt. I had them both done at the same time. I have been overjoyed with the results.i set off on a cross country ride 1 1/2 years after surgery. I ride brevets and am planning on riding PBP

Re: [RBW] loaded handling question

I think Mike's point isn't about price savings but more about small boutique manufacturers who sell direct to the consumer and are pushing the envelope on design & function. As with the dearth of bicycle frame builders/companies a similar renaissance is happening in the out door gear arena. My .02

Re: [RBW] loaded handling question

I've had fantastic luck finding items at their sales. Then stacking the second item 50% option if available. Bike racks, shoes, clothes, tents, sleeping bags... a plethora of swag! Following up on the next day 50% lowest marked sale price is even awesomer. But I'm easily amused. On Mon, Jun 8, 201

[RBW] Re: BQ to publish study of pedal retention usefulness in Summer issue

There seems to be a misunderstanding. We never advertised it as a "study". I wrote in a blog comment that we "tested" some pedals with and without retention. I am sorry this was misunderstood as purporting to have done a scientific study, and then reported here as such. The article and test nev

[RBW] Wanted: Ritchey Force 90mm or 80mm Quill Stem

This is probably more a Bridgestone related thing than a Rivendell one and probably a longshot but I am looking for a Ritchey Force quill stem. 80mm would be best but I could do with a 90mm as well. Thanks! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Own

Re: [RBW] loaded handling question

I agree with Mike. I am always disappointed with REI these days. I did notice last time I was at REI they're selling Novara cycling clothing that's not lycra...following the trend. ~Hugh On Mon, Jun 8, 2015, 5:46 PM Mike Schiller wrote: > in the "old days" ( pre-internet) the REI sales were a g

Re: [RBW] Re: A Life Update

On 06/08/2015 07:45 PM, 'clayton bailey' via RBW Owners Bunch wrote: I am extremely curious on how Cecily and others that have had knee replacements, think about how their knees work, tolerance on the bike and so forth. I had a partial knee replacement. My knee works better now than it ever

Re: [RBW] loaded handling question

in the "old days" ( pre-internet) the REI sales were a good thing. But these days you are usually better off shopping for the stuff across the net. Just have to know what you want and search weekly until it crops up. I've been a member for over 35 years but rarely buy much there anymore as th

[RBW] Re: Advice and suggestions for custom dirt/pavement allrounder?

The OP does insist on disc brakes, so no Rivendells for this purpose, unfortunately. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsub

Re: [RBW] Thunder Burt Wisdom...

Yes off road is ok. Not with thunder burt's but I had Big Ben's measuring approximately 53mm and mud was an issue. But the TB's on my rims measure ~47mm so more clearance. If your planning on riding through a lot of mud perhaps ditch the fenders. Though I've seen fender-less rigs brought down by m

Re: [RBW] Re: A Life Update

I talked to my orthopedist about regenerating cartilage research. I had been holding out hoping that new cartilage regeneration was just a year or three away from becoming reality. He smiled and said that my knee would never make it that far. I've had three knee surgeries on my left knee and got

[RBW] Re: Advice and suggestions for custom dirt/pavement allrounder?

Discs, non-stout tube set, mega 29er wheels and rack provisions? Sounds like you need a straight-up custom, Patrick. I'm sure there are quite a few builders that could handle this. KJ On Monday, June 8, 2015 at 6:21:38 AM UTC-4, bertin753 wrote: > > I am thinking that, God willing, I will have

Re: [RBW] Thunder Burt Wisdom...

Very cool, and no trouble off the road? I've never put fenders on knobbies before and was hesitant due to people saying it was dangerous. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emai

Re: [RBW] Thunder Burt Wisdom...

I have a 26" Atlantis and pretty sure the SKS P65 fenders with 2.1 TB's. Tons of room! Here's proof. https://flic.kr/p/swigrU I've since cleaned up the fender line. ~Hugh Anyone tried to fit fenders with these tires? Specifically the 26". Wondering if SKS P65 will fit or if I should get club on

[RBW] Thunder Burt Wisdom...

Anyone tried to fit fenders with these tires? Specifically the 26". Wondering if SKS P65 will fit or if I should get club on MTB fenders? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emai

[RBW] Re: Advice and suggestions for custom dirt/pavement allrounder?

Atlantis or Hunq. It's that simple. Or maybe... the new Clem. Though the wheelbase is kinda long. Before I civilized my Atlantis (with racks, fenders, and pitlocks for the urban jungle) I rode it free for a while. Imagine... an Atlantis stripped down, nothing on it except stout wheels with

Re: [RBW] Re: BQ to publish study of pedal retention usefulness in Summer issue

On 06/08/2015 12:02 PM, Garth wrote: What is everyone expecting ? Stating the obvious , whatever one chooses to use for pedals , let alone anything , they'll seek and find justification from wherever they can get it to support their choice, or they make up their own evidence . *No scientif

Re: [RBW] Re: Is it crazy to do a century with Boscos?

On 06/08/2015 05:17 PM, Patrick Moore wrote: Breaking the filters off of Marlboros: I remember doing that! 3 packs a day -- wow! I asked the convenience store clerk the other day how much a pack of M's cost nowadays, and he said $7.60 before sales tax. IIRC they were thirty cents a pack in

Re: [RBW] Re: Is it crazy to do a century with Boscos?

Breaking the filters off of Marlboros: I remember doing that! 3 packs a day -- wow! I asked the convenience store clerk the other day how much a pack of M's cost nowadays, and he said $7.60 before sales tax. Patrick "Oh! And Camels, no filters, too!" Moore On Mon, Jun 8, 2015 at 3:08 PM, Steve P

Re: [RBW] Re: Is it crazy to do a century with Boscos?

On 06/08/2015 10:53 AM, Patrick Moore wrote: Good luck with the regimen! I quit in 1997 after almost 25 years, though after tapering off considerably for several years or so beforehand (from 15 Pall Malls or Luckies a day to 3 ultra lights). It can be done. I went from 3 packs a day of Mar

[RBW] Re: Advice and suggestions for custom dirt/pavement allrounder?

Thanks for all the replies. As I recall one of my nephews, then 4 years old, saying when I took him to KMart's toy department and said, "Choose 1:" "So many choices!" I'll read y'all's posts in detail at my leisure. I don't want a touring bike or fat bike or a Salsa, thanks; I basically want a nic

[RBW] Re: FS: SA Saddle, Carradice Nelson LF, Soma Porteur Rack, Bridgestone 650b-ready Frameset

Add Grand Bois Maes Parallel 42cm new - $100 shipped David Chicago -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegro

[RBW] Advice and suggestions for custom dirt/pavement allrounder?

Hi Patrick, Patrick, I think you might do well to talk with Jeff Jones about what you're looking to do. I'm inferring from your post that you think the Jones would be "over-biking" for the sort of riding you're looking to do, but I think it would fill this niche quite nicely. If you were to ru

[RBW] Rivnuts question

Rivnuts for M5 screws have a 7 or 7.5mm OD, while you'd use a 1/4" (6.35mm) drill for a brazed in boss, so yes - a hole made for a rivnut will be too big to braze a boss into later. You could make a custom braze-on boss, but it's probably not worth the hassle. Correctly installed rivnuts work ve

[RBW] Re: Advice and suggestions for custom dirt/pavement allrounder?

It's in ss mode in that photo but it does have a derailer hanger. jim m wc ca On Monday, June 8, 2015 at 12:10:22 PM UTC-7, Kurt Henry wrote: > > Jim, is that a singlespeed, or an internal gear hub with a shifter that > I'm missing somewhere? > Kurt Henry > Lancaster, PA > > On Monday, June 8, 2

[RBW] Re: FS: SA Saddle, Carradice Nelson LF, Soma Porteur Rack, Bridgestone 650b-ready Frameset

Forgot to add, interesting trades considered, though all I really "need" or should I say "want" is a Brooks B17 Select saddle. David Chicago On Monday, June 8, 2015 at 2:15:35 PM UTC-5, David Banzer wrote: > > As my storage space is overflowing with bike supplies, I can't buy new > stuff until u

[RBW] FS: SA Saddle, Carradice Nelson LF, Soma Porteur Rack, Bridgestone 650b-ready Frameset

As my storage space is overflowing with bike supplies, I can't buy new stuff until unneeded stuff gets sold. Shipping is as noted with each item. Paypal Personal on these items please. Local pickup is fine - if you can't pickup right away, kindly pay with Paypal to hold an item. David Chicago

[RBW] Crane Bell FS

Does anybody need this? The bell is from my Alex Singer; the mount is new. I bought a new Crane bell because I don’t like the “springy” ringer thing. I didn’t need the mount, which will fit a threadless steerer, because the stem on my Singer is tapped for a bell. Make me a reasonable offer and

[RBW] Re: Advice and suggestions for custom dirt/pavement allrounder?

Bruce Gordon monster cross: http://www.bgcycles.com/new-page-18-1/ Rick Hunter did a very cool adventure touring bike: -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send a

Re: [RBW] Re: BQ to publish study of pedal retention usefulness in Summer issue

Riding flats well after years of clip less is not something that happens over night. Different technique is needed and that comes with regular use. Quickly jumping on flats for a ride and drawing conclusions is likely too hasty an approach. Clayton Scott SF, CA -- You received this message be

[RBW] Re: Is it crazy to do a century with Boscos?

Now it's all starting to make sense: I'm 1/4 Sicilian! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To pos

[RBW] Re: Contemplating which route to take with a Sam, budget build or riv build kit

Is the budget kit listed on the site? I only see one type of build kit under Frames -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+un

Re: [RBW] Re: Contemplating which route to take with a Sam, budget build or riv build kit

IIRC, and thanks to listmembers' generosity, I paid less than $400 for a set of very nice parts indeed, including wheels and tires, for my Ram, though I did have a few things stashed away, like f and r derailleurs. The build was considerably more high-end than Riv's basic build. On 6/8/15, drew w

[RBW] Re: Contemplating which route to take with a Sam, budget build or riv build kit

if budget is your main concern, i would second going the used/ebay/internet search route. obviously, that takes much longer. you can, however save a ton of money, get your bike fun and rideable, and then swap out for more expensive parts later or as you need them. i put a sam together for a li

Re: [RBW] Re: BQ to publish study of pedal retention usefulness in Summer issue

Just Ride . . . . . and keep smiling Patrick Moore :-) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. T

Re: [RBW] Re: BQ to publish study of pedal retention usefulness in Summer issue

Just Ride . . . and Smile :) On Monday, June 8, 2015 at 12:23:37 PM UTC-4, Patrick Moore wrote: > > http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Self-refuting_idea > > > On Mon, Jun 8, 2015 at 10:02 AM, Garth > > wrote: > >> >> What is everyone expecting ? Stating the obvious , whatever one chooses >> to

[RBW] Re: Is it crazy to do a century with Boscos?

And as for Boscos and centuries, Freddie Hoffman has done more miles with upright bars than anyone on this list with drops. See Riv Reader #42. jim m wc ca -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] Re: Is it crazy to do a century with Boscos?

On Sunday, June 7, 2015 at 6:06:14 PM UTC-7, Ron Mc wrote: > > Alan, that quill stem has such short vertical extension, you might do > better with a quill/threadless adapter > > https://www.benscycle.com/p-2573-nitto-mtc-04-long-quill-stem-to-threadless-adapter-286222mm.aspx?gclid=Cj0KEQjw18-rBRDo

Re: [RBW] Re: spoke in word

over hill autumn moon and me rolling on no hands wind sing silence fast rolling thru cherry blossoms falling up like snow

[RBW] Re: Rivnuts question

We used to install a lot of rivnuts mostly on aluminum frames like Cannondale.They last a long time.If your bike is steel and properly installed they should last a long time. If you decide to remove them later & drill them out.You will have to figure out how to get the rivnut out either by remov

Re: [RBW] Re: BQ to publish study of pedal retention usefulness in Summer issue

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Self-refuting_idea On Mon, Jun 8, 2015 at 10:02 AM, Garth wrote: > > What is everyone expecting ? Stating the obvious , whatever one chooses > to use for pedals , let alone anything , they'll seek and find > justification from wherever they can get it to support t

Re: [RBW] Rivnuts question

clamp on cages would also work Old School Yearbook Pics View Class Yearbooks Online Free. Search by School & Year. Look Now! http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL3131/5575c16da5579416d5e30st02duc -- You received this message because you

[RBW] Re: Advice and suggestions for custom dirt/pavement allrounder?

Elephant NFE seems like a great base as well. On Monday, June 8, 2015 at 6:21:38 AM UTC-4, bertin753 wrote: > > I am thinking that, God willing, I will have a custom frame built for > local dirt-cum-pavement rides. Our bosque is so nice, winter and summer, > and living within a good spit of it,

[RBW] Rivnuts question

I'm thinking of using rivnuts to install some bottle cages on a bike that has only one cage mount. I know of the potential problems with rivnuts but am ok with that. My main question is, if I use rivnuts and later decide to have proper brazeons installed will the holes be too big? My thought i

[RBW] Re: Contemplating which route to take with a Sam, budget build or riv build kit

I recently bought the Sam frame. I would've gone with the "Riv Build" kit, had not already had those parts laying around (Nitto seatpost, brooks, sugino triple,long reach Tektro, etc). Along with the frame, I got Rich wheels (dyno hub), Eyc light, Mark's rack, and the 650b paselas. On Monday,

[RBW] Re: BQ to publish study of pedal retention usefulness in Summer issue

What is everyone expecting ? Stating the obvious , whatever one chooses to use for pedals , let alone anything , they'll seek and find justification from wherever they can get it to support their choice, or they make up their own evidence . *No scientific study is or can be Absolutely objec

[RBW] Re: Contemplating which route to take with a Sam, budget build or riv build kit

Go with the Riv kit. It's been extensively cherry-picked by folks that build and ride the bikes every day. On Sunday, June 7, 2015 at 11:57:26 PM UTC-5, Daniel D. wrote: > > So I test rode a sam the other day and really enjoyed the ride. Getting > my ducks in a row to swing a frame. I've alw

[RBW] Re: Is it crazy to do a century with Boscos?

Upright bars for everything! I did a ~500 mile tour on Bosco's last summer, including a 90 mile day, and it was the most comfortable tour I've ever done. Go for it! I also just picked up a pair of Jones bars for my mountain bike. Haven't mounted them up yet but I'm looking forward to it.

Re: [RBW] FS: Racks and Bags

Good for you. Thanks for the follow up -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group,

Re: [RBW] Re: Is it crazy to do a century with Boscos?

Are we talking metric or imperial? For a 100 km ride, Bosco the Handlebar for steering, and Bosco the Chocolate for energy, are excellent choices. For 100 miles on the bike, the addition of tunes from Bosco the Man

Re: [RBW] Re: Is it crazy to do a century with Boscos?

Good luck with the regimen! I quit in 1997 after almost 25 years, though after tapering off considerably for several years or so beforehand (from 15 Pall Malls or Luckies a day to 3 ultra lights). It can be done. On Sunday, June 7, 2015 at 5:18:03 PM UTC-7, Alan Pickett wrote: > > The Lady Who Ma

[RBW] Re: Is it crazy to do a century with Boscos?

Man, quit smoking! I did it and it's the single best thing I have EVER done. Not joking or exaggerating at all. My physical health has improved by 10,000% which I figured would happen but a surprise was my state of mind improved a lot too. Way happier. Mind, body, spirit. DO IT, you can! I did

[RBW] Re: Is it crazy to do a century with Boscos?

Absolutely sane. I just did a metric century yesterday on my Hillborne with Boso Bars. It's my go to bike for any charity ride or ride beyond 25 miles. The Bosco's provide a much greater range of body positions to fight or take advantage of wind and terrain while preventing fatigue. I have

[RBW] Re: Is it crazy to do a century with Boscos?

*The better question would be: is it crazy to do a century without Boscos? Answer: yes. * On Sunday, June 7, 2015 at 5:18:03 PM UTC-7, Alan Pickett wrote: > > The Lady Who Makes Me Pedal has started a campaign to get me to limit my > cigarette smoking by imposing a Soviet-style regimen of prepar

[RBW] Re: BQ to publish study of pedal retention usefulness in Summer issue

I too was disappointed with the "study." By study I thought Jan meant a scientific study where a hypotheses was rigorously tested with a repeatable methodology that would refine the hypothesis. Instead it was subjective with non-repeatable observations of how Jan reacted to a system that was di

Re: [RBW] Re: Is it crazy to do a century with Boscos?

the intention was humorous rather than defensive, though not prevalent, it's not uncommon today to see Italian and French riders smoking at rest stops. On Monday, June 8, 2015 at 7:33:50 AM UTC-5, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > On 06/08/2015 08:30 AM, Ron Mc wrote: > > those crazy Italians

[RBW] Re: Contemplating which route to take with a Sam, budget build or riv build kit

For my Sam I got a few years ago, I needed to stick to a tight budget. I got the frame fork and headset used from this list, and then I worked hard to get stuff used or cheap. Those things I bought new, I got from Riv, like a Sugino crank, brake levers, one bar end shifter (I run 1x8 to save ma

[RBW] Re: Is it crazy to do a century with Boscos?

No Bosco experience but have done mulit-day tours with Albas and Jitensha flat bars. When ride my drop bar equipped bike on long rides my hands are on the top of the bar 95% of the ride as well. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

Re: [RBW] Re: Is it crazy to do a century with Boscos?

On 06/08/2015 08:30 AM, Ron Mc wrote: those crazy Italians https://www.google.com/search?q=italian+cyclists+smoking&rlz=1C1PRFA_enUS414US414&es_sm=93&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ei=VYp1VeWkBsPEsAXXk4NQ&ved=0CCYQsAQ&biw=1280&bih=625# They didn't know any better back then. We've known bette

Re: [RBW] Re: Is it crazy to do a century with Boscos?

On 06/08/2015 08:23 AM, Deacon Patrick wrote: Yup. The wrong bars melt at 96.7 miles. Upright bars more rapidly and without warning. No heat build up. Just good and solid one moment, molten knee scalding drops oozing off the bar ends the next. Actually, I had something very much like that hap

[RBW] Re: Is it crazy to do a century with Boscos?

those crazy Italians https://www.google.com/search?q=italian+cyclists+smoking&rlz=1C1PRFA_enUS414US414&es_sm=93&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ei=VYp1VeWkBsPEsAXXk4NQ&ved=0CCYQsAQ&biw=1280&bih=625# On Monday, June 8, 2015 at 7:23:50 AM UTC-5, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Yup. The wrong bars melt a

[RBW] Re: Is it crazy to do a century with Boscos?

Yup. The wrong bars melt at 96.7 miles. Upright bars more rapidly and without warning. No heat build up. Just good and solid one moment, molten knee scalding drops oozing off the bar ends the next. Seriously though, there is only one way to find out. Some things that work for for 70 miles feel

Re: [RBW] Re: BQ to publish study of pedal retention usefulness in Summer issue

>From this distance, I'm still in awe of Anne's bike. But I had one of the best chats with a couple of roadies at yesterday's halfway stop that I can ever remember. These guys had followed me on my upright for 8 miles before they gained momentum to pass. As we came out of the creek bottom wit

Re: [RBW] Contemplating which route to take with a Sam, budget build or riv build kit

On 06/07/2015 03:16 PM, Daniel D. wrote: So I test rode a sam the other day and really enjoyed the ride. Getting my ducks in a row to swing a frame. I've always wanted to build up a frame. But as my camaro sitting in the garage proves, sometimes projects don't go as planned. A concern is th

Re: [RBW] Is it crazy to do a century with Boscos?

On 06/07/2015 11:03 PM, WETH wrote: Alan, Good luck giving up the cigarettes. It is not easy but it can be done; I know! As do I. I wasn't speaking idly, but rather with experience. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To uns

[RBW] Advice and suggestions for custom dirt/pavement allrounder?

I am thinking that, God willing, I will have a custom frame built for local dirt-cum-pavement rides. Our bosque is so nice, winter and summer, and living within a good spit of it, and not having to commute to an office, means that I have much more opportunity for bosque miles now than I did a few y

Re: [RBW] Re: BQ to publish study of pedal retention usefulness in Summer issue

Why haven't I received my copy??? I want it!! I had hoped this article reported a scientific study, but even if it don't, it will be interesting to read others' experiences on the matter. Me, riding fixed or, when using gears, not using them a great deal, I find that I do pull up hard on hills and

Re: [RBW] Re: First trip to riv

Rivendell is a bicycle company! A nice bicycle company, but still just a bicycle company. I bet this sort of thing sets Grant's teeth on edge. That said, I have to confess I felt a little bit awkward, and no doubt bobbed and scraped a bit when talking with Grant 12 and 16 years ago about customs,