[RBW] Re: FS: tektro 559 brake pair + 1 extra

I have a used front I'd be happy to sell. ~Hugh -- 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 t

Re: [RBW] Re: OT Bike tagging and/or stolen bike registry?

The most important thing, the number one thing, the thing you should do if you do only one thing is to record the serial number. And don't lose it. I actually started doing a bicycle registration service myself, and as a result did some "research" on bicycle registration services. I came away from

Re: [RBW] Re: Nomenclature

Hi Norm, Sorry I missed your email. I think I may be looking out for Zed's. :) I'll hold true to my commitment and I'll send that SASE and $$ out this week. Thanks, Benz (in Sunnyvale) On Friday, January 15, 2016 at 7:07:40 PM UTC-8, Norman Bone wrote: > > Alright sticker peeps, here's the dea

[RBW] Recommendations on a Front Rack/Combo for Hillborne

Hi all, I'm trying to dial in my hil -- 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, s

Re: [RBW] Re: Nomenclature

Norman: Thanks for doing this. Funds are forthcoming. dougP On Friday, January 15, 2016 at 7:07:40 PM UTC-8, Norman Bone wrote: > > Alright sticker peeps, here's the deal. > > Send me a self addressed stamped envelope with a dollar for each sticker > you want and I'll send them out. If we bu

[RBW] Re: Segwaying from Garbage Pail Bike thread: pros and cons of CF and Steel?

I met a Randonneur who has an aluminum frame with Caron fork bike. He says he throws away the fork I think every three years he said and installs a new one. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] Re: Segwaying from Garbage Pail Bike thread: pros and cons of CF and Steel?

It connected right at the headtube-to-BB plane via the strongest tube on a bike, the downtube. And did so on a not-cheap Look. Just like on jets and race cars, sometimes carbon works on bikes. Too bad about the obscenely expensive repair for that steel car ;) -- You received this message becau

Re: [RBW] Re: Segwaying from Garbage Pail Bike thread: pros and cons of CF and Steel?

I'd probably take it in to a qualified person to judge, same as I'd do with a steel bike I rammed into my house. But then carbon isn't for me doesn't mean it's not right for someone else. On Tuesday, January 19, 2016 at 7:22:45 PM UTC-8, Statrixbob wrote: > > But would you now ride that bike (w

Re: [RBW] Re: Segwaying from Garbage Pail Bike thread: pros and cons of CF and Steel?

But would you now ride that bike (with a new wheel of course) at speed? On Tue, Jan 19, 2016 at 5:16 PM, Patrick Moore wrote: > Suu-*wt!* > > On Tue, Jan 19, 2016 at 8:03 PM, Daniel D. wrote: > >> just because...:p >> >> https://www.facebook.com/PlusSizeBMX/photos/a.97024771684.102024.94683

Re: [RBW] Re: Segwaying from Garbage Pail Bike thread: pros and cons of CF and Steel?

Suu-*wt!* On Tue, Jan 19, 2016 at 8:03 PM, Daniel D. wrote: > just because...:p > > https://www.facebook.com/PlusSizeBMX/photos/a.97024771684.102024.94683306684/10153125537041685/?type=3&theater > >> >> -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Own

[RBW] Re: Segwaying from Garbage Pail Bike thread: pros and cons of CF and Steel?

just because...:p https://www.facebook.com/PlusSizeBMX/photos/a.97024771684.102024.94683306684/10153125537041685/?type=3&theater > > -- 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 fr

[RBW] Re: Segwaying from Garbage Pail Bike thread: pros and cons of CF and Steel?

I think where carbon falls down in Bike World is that it has to be good stuff well designed in order to trust it. That's the only version you find in passenger jets and Formula One cars, but not so with bicycles. The difference between cheap steel and cheap carbon in our world is that the former

Re: [RBW] Re: Garbage Pail Riv sighted in Berkeley

Nice! I'd buy that shirt. -- 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, send email t

Re: [RBW] Re: Segwaying from Garbage Pail Bike thread: pros and cons of CF and Steel?

Photos, please! On Tue, Jan 19, 2016 at 7:34 PM, Bill M. wrote: > Calfee can provide such a bike as well. > > Double the price? Maybe, maybe not. I have owned a Rivendell Road and > still own a Calfee Tetra. A Calfee Tetra Pro frame with fork runs $3670 - > $3895, though options can push that

[RBW] Re: Segwaying from Garbage Pail Bike thread: pros and cons of CF and Steel?

Calfee can provide such a bike as well. Double the price? Maybe, maybe not. I have owned a Rivendell Road and still own a Calfee Tetra. A Calfee Tetra Pro frame with fork runs $3670 - $3895, though options can push that higher. Certainly not double the price of a custom Riv ($3500), not q

[RBW] Re: FS: Soma San Marcos 51cm & VO Camargue 53cm

That San Marcos is a sharp build! On Tuesday, January 19, 2016 at 7:47:36 AM UTC-7, Philip Kim wrote: > > Hello all, > > Selling off my Soma San Marcos 51cm (outfitted with Nitto goods) and VO > Camargue 53cm frameset. Long story short, Chev's were sold out back in Oct, > so I bought a San Marco

Re: [RBW] Re: Segwaying from Garbage Pail Bike thread: pros and cons of CF and Steel?

Nice, and with 10-year guarantee. 33s + fenders, please. $5,300 -- could be worse, but although I expect that CF is (in itself) an excellent material for some bicycle parts and for frames, I expect that, for my riding, the 52% premium over top of line steel isn't worth the savings in weight and (po

[RBW] Re: Segwaying from Garbage Pail Bike thread: pros and cons of CF and Steel?

Call Nick Crumpton, say you want a lifetime road bike that will fit 33mm tires. I think you'll be very pleased with your carbon bike. Downside of carbon is that costs near double a same quality steel bike. Steel vs. Carbon, is the cycling nutters version of the Arian heresy. -- You received t

Re: [RBW] Re: Segwaying from Garbage Pail Bike thread: pros and cons of CF and Steel?

Thanks Zed; interesting, and this was almost 20 years ago; doubtless CF technology has improved since. I was amused to see "1,200 grams!" for the lightest frames. Aren't the latest and greatest now well below 900 grams? Of course, such gram boasting is (i expect) the real problem, since it pimps "

Re: [RBW] Re: Segwaying from Garbage Pail Bike thread: pros and cons of CF and Steel?

I hear that such breakages are common, *BUT!* How much of this is due to poor design, and how much due to the material? I suspect that, if such things were well designed for the material, they'd be plenty strong and -- I wonder? -- as light as aluminum? Again, I'd like to see a comparison of the m

[RBW] Re: Segwaying from Garbage Pail Bike thread: pros and cons of CF and Steel?

I don't know from carbon, but I don't trust it because of: 1. *The strict torque requirements.* Two of my Giant Defy's composite seatposts longitudinally cracked with use over shorts periods of time - like one a year or something. The first one may have been my fault, I don't know, as I didn't

[RBW] Re: Winter gloves

For a few seasons I've been wearing Head "running" gloves from Costco ($12!). They're durable (I wear out Riv's rag wool gloves pretty quickly) and easily replaced. When it gets too far below 32°, I add the Riv MUSA mitts. When my hands get too hot (or I need fine motor skills), I flip 'em off

Re: [RBW] Re: Garbage Pail Riv sighted in Berkeley

[image: your front design] On Tuesday, January 19, 2016 at 2:23:58 PM UTC-8, Mark Reimer wrote: > > SO > > > > > > > Who's gonna make up some Garbage Pail Bike patches then??? Put me down for > two. > > > > > On Tuesday, January 19, 2016 at 3:15:39 PM UTC-6, Bill Lindsay wrote: >> >> How eve

Re: [RBW] Re: Garbage Pail Riv sighted in Berkeley

SO Who's gonna make up some Garbage Pail Bike patches then??? Put me down for two. On Tuesday, January 19, 2016 at 3:15:39 PM UTC-6, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > How ever many anagrams they come up with, I sincerely hope that whenever > they choose to retire that family of letters, that

[RBW] Re: Schwalbe Big One(s) on Clem.

Is it definitely seated properly (http://sheldonbrown.com/flats.html#seating)? -- 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...@

Re: [RBW] Organic Cotton Boxer Briefs for riding recommendations?

Wow, myself being very non-metro only wears multi-pack Fruit of the Loom boxer briefs. No way my brain would let me spend more than $15 for an 8 pack. Some of you guys have some fancy nether regions. On Jan 19, 2016 12:18 PM, "Ron Mc" wrote: > my tushie only wants Icebreaker merino wool boxer

Re: [RBW] Re: Garbage Pail Riv sighted in Berkeley

How ever many anagrams they come up with, I sincerely hope that whenever they choose to retire that family of letters, that their final anagram model is called: AM DONE On Tuesday, January 19, 2016 at 12:20:39 PM UTC-8, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > You think if they gave a donation somewhere Tr

[RBW] Re: Segwaying from Garbage Pail Bike thread: pros and cons of CF and Steel?

You can't get any more dispassionate than magic 8-ball. So I asked your question to magic 8-ball. Here's the answer I got: Bill Lindsay El Cerrito, CA On Tuesday, January 19, 2016 at 12:01:03 PM UTC-8, Patrick Moore wrote: > > Has anyone with real cycling design bona fides done a dispassionate

Re: [RBW] Re: Nomenclature

I mean stickers. You know. On Tuesday, January 19, 2016 at 1:02:44 PM UTC-8, Philip Williamson wrote: > > I'm mailing $5 and an SASE for three patches, too. > Fantastic job, I don't know how I missed this thread until today. > > Philip > www.biketinker.com > > On Friday, January 15, 2016 at 7:

Re: [RBW] Re: Nomenclature

I'm mailing $5 and an SASE for three patches, too. Fantastic job, I don't know how I missed this thread until today. Philip www.biketinker.com On Friday, January 15, 2016 at 7:07:40 PM UTC-8, Norman Bone wrote: > > Alright sticker peeps, here's the deal. > > Send me a self addressed stamped en

[RBW] Re: Segwaying from Garbage Pail Bike thread: pros and cons of CF and Steel?

Hmph. I could swear I saw something more recent, but all I can find in my history is this quite dated (though still interesting) article from Sheldon's site: http://www.sheldonbrown.com/rinard/frame_fatigue_test.htm And this white paper that doesn't do any comparisons but just talks about a lot

[RBW] Re: FS: "Biketinkers Union" patches

Fabulous, Philip! Just put in my order. I always get three: one for me, one for Erin, and one for spare so that I don't fret about where to put mine and then come across another bag that needs it. Really nice nod to sheldon. -rcw -- You received this message because you are subscribed to t

[RBW] Re: Segwaying from Garbage Pail Bike thread: pros and cons of CF and Steel?

I'm trying to find the link, I saw the results of a lab study on this just recently, but can't find it yet. If I recall, good carbon fiber is strong. Really strong. It outlasted the steel by a lot in the lab test. Even Grant has found this before, in their impromptu fork sword fight the CF one

[RBW] Re: OT Bike tagging and/or stolen bike registry?

Suggestions: - A laminated card stuffed up the seatpost (or tucked around the bottom bracket) that says - "This bike belongs to YOUR NAME /Phone Number - If I have not removed this card, then this bike was stolen" - Detailed set of photos - especially unique scratches/features in a google drive

Re: [RBW] Re: Garbage Pail Riv sighted in Berkeley

On 01/19/2016 11:44 AM, masmojo wrote: Honestly I view carbon fiber bikes as a fad and unless they address long term reliability issues, they will begin to lose sales, as it stands now, resale on these is pretty low, honestly as unlikely as I am to buy one new I am even more unlikely to buy

Re: [RBW] Re: Garbage Pail Riv sighted in Berkeley

You think if they gave a donation somewhere Trek could buy a few extra letters to use in their bike names? I mean, how many more anagrams can they come up with to make out of "Madone"? On 01/19/2016 03:09 PM, Brewster Fong wrote: Agree. Interestingly, for a "production carbon bike," Trek has t

Re: [RBW] Re: Garbage Pail Riv sighted in Berkeley

On Tuesday, January 19, 2016 at 11:35:25 AM UTC-8, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > > On 01/19/2016 01:41 PM, Brewster Fong wrote: > > > On Tuesday, January 19, 2016 at 7:18:13 AM UTC-8, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > >> I can't imagine seeing any 25-30 year old carbon bikes in regular use. >> Of cours

Re: [RBW] Re: Garbage Pail Riv sighted in Berkeley

The head scratcher for me was the Giant that he showed as being superior, really wasn't, it might have been good for a quick club ride. But, it would be of little use for anyone who you might classify as the classic Garbage pail bike, there's no racks or rack mounts, there not enough room for

[RBW] Re: FS: "Biketinkers Union" patches

Does Etsy require you to create an account, because I am interested, but I don't want to "join" anymore sites. Especially one I might have no further use for? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this grou

[RBW] Re: 63cm Homer Hilsen For Sale

Is your Sackville Handlebar bag and rack still available? Are these the same that are currently available on Riv's site? Thanks! On Friday, January 8, 2016 at 1:04:53 AM UTC+1, Donald Funke wrote: > > Some nasty medical expenses force sale of one of my favorite bikes > 63cm Blue/Cream frame,pain

[RBW] Segwaying from Garbage Pail Bike thread: pros and cons of CF and Steel?

Has anyone with real cycling design bona fides done a dispassionate analysis comparing the advantages and disadvantages of carbon fiber and steel as materials for bicycle parts and frames? For example, local builder Dave Porter claimed, or used to claim (this was 4-5 years ago) that he could build

Re: [RBW] Re: OT Vintage MTB rehab project.

I've used 10 and 9 speed chain with 5 speed (old TA Pro 5 Vis) chainrings with no problems. On Tue, Jan 19, 2016 at 11:36 AM, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Make sure you get 9- or 10-speed rings if you're going to use a 10 chain > with those cranks. > > -- -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: FS: tektro 559 brake pair + 1 extra

pair is sold, but i still have the other rear. -- 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 thi

Re: [RBW] Re: Garbage Pail Riv sighted in Berkeley

On 01/19/2016 01:41 PM, Brewster Fong wrote: On Tuesday, January 19, 2016 at 7:18:13 AM UTC-8, Steve Palincsar wrote: I can't imagine seeing any 25-30 year old carbon bikes in regular use. Of course, partly that's because there were few to begin with, and the old ones are badly ob

[RBW] Re: Winter gloves

I've been using the Pearl Izumi winter lobster mitts down to -15C and felt warm and dry. Below that, I use the same mitts put wear them inside a thin gortex mitt. The mitt was a size L or XL, so there is lots of room for the lobster mitts inside, plus a chemical warmer if things get real brutal.

[RBW] Re: Copenhagen!

John, Thanks for sharing! Copenhagen is on my bucket list, maybe someday. The bike in the window is super cool! What's up with the chain and gears on the underside of the handle bar? Is that for the brakes or the gears? JohnS On Tuesday, January 19, 2016 at 11:30:11 AM UTC-5, Surlyprof wrote

[RBW] Re: Schwalbe Big One(s) on Clem.

I noticed/felt a buldge in the rear tire at 35psi. Took it off and checked the tube, remounted with everything looking good, and the buldge is right where it was before. I'm using Schwalbe tubes. It's about 1/4" buldge. Any suggestions for a fix before I go for warranty replacement? -- You rec

Re: [RBW] Re: Garbage Pail Riv sighted in Berkeley

On Tuesday, January 19, 2016 at 7:18:13 AM UTC-8, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > On 01/19/2016 10:01 AM, Surlyprof wrote: > > *"I have never been forced to accept compromises but I have willingly > accepted constraints."* - Charles Eames > > I am also an Industrial Designer and teacher of future de

Re: [RBW] Re: OT Vintage MTB rehab project.

"Moron" is a little strong, you were trying to describe cranks you weren't looking at. One time I posted, and answered questions about, a Paul hub for sale. A potential buyer kindly pointed out that the pictured hub - which was sitting right in front of me - was a Surly. Doh! Make sure you get

[RBW] Re: FS: Elephant NFE f/f/hs 700c 60cm, lowtrail, couplers

This is no longer FS. Thanks for the interest. On Tuesday, January 19, 2016 at 11:56:22 AM UTC-5, Donald Funke wrote: > > What would you consider a fair price for the full rondo setup minus the > lights? > > On Tuesday, September 9, 2014 at 3:30:47 PM UTC-6, lukeheller wrote: >> >> bump for a su

Re: [RBW] Organic Cotton Boxer Briefs for riding recommendations?

my tushie only wants Icebreaker merino wool boxer briefs for bicycling, winter and s. Texas summer (we don't have other seasons) -- 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

[RBW] OT Bike tagging and/or stolen bike registry?

Pierre, Sorry to hear of the theft. Yes, there is a national registry and I'm sure someone here has a link handy. At one time Riv had started a registry also, I think, but I'm not sure of the status now. Register your bikes with the local police, if available. I've always done that and have t

[RBW] Re: FS: Elephant NFE f/f/hs 700c 60cm, lowtrail, couplers

What would you consider a fair price for the full rondo setup minus the lights? On Tuesday, September 9, 2014 at 3:30:47 PM UTC-6, lukeheller wrote: > > bump for a super bike. would consider package deal with the dynamo > Supernova headlight+taillight. > > >

Re: [RBW] OT Bike tagging and/or stolen bike registry?

We recovered a stolen computer that was registered through Stuffback.com, which has since morphed into Return.me Had it not been for the StuffBack sticker on the computer, the police would never have found us. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com campyonlyguy.blogspot.com > On J

[RBW] OT Bike tagging and/or stolen bike registry?

Hi bunch, I got burglarized recently and the officer told me he has a warehouse full of stuff he can't give back because most people don't take note of their serial number or other proof of ownership. I am not sure Riv keeps track of SN. Maybe now would be a good time the take a picture of you

Re: [RBW] Re: Nomenclature

Norm, My letter and payment are in the mail, three patches for $5. Thanks for doing this, Steve -- 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-

[RBW] Organic Cotton Boxer Briefs for riding recommendations?

Along the lines of rayon, but different, I will throw in a recommendation that you try meundies.com. Warning, it's kind hip and a bit cutesy, but I do like the underwear. My daughter gave me a gift cert for them and I now have 3 pair of trunks, which I think will be good for cycling. They are

[RBW] Copenhagen!

My wife and I recently returned from a rare vacation trip to Copenhagen, Denmark. Although it was cold and gray most of the time, it was an amazing and inspiring trip. If you haven't been, I can't recommend it highly enough (particularly in warmer months). I wish we committed to such public

Re: [RBW] Organic Cotton Boxer Briefs for riding recommendations?

My long rides are your short rides, but I use poly cotton and nylon boxers and they work fine as long as they are loose enough; the test: I don't think about them. Low humidity here, of course. I daresay that organic cotton ones will act much like poly cotton ones. Again, I think that success dep

[RBW] Re: Patches

> > This patch is available through EtsyOne of my faves... > Clayton (Bend) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" grou

[RBW] Re: Schwalbe Big One(s) on Clem.

I ordered the 27.5 from Schwalbe USA in Washington State. They were delevered to the Bay Area in 3 days. I checked before I ordered and they said that they'd just arrived. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

Re: [RBW] Re: Garbage Pail Riv sighted in Berkeley

On 01/19/2016 10:01 AM, Surlyprof wrote: /"I have never been forced to accept compromises but I have willingly accepted constraints."/ - Charles Eames I am also an Industrial Designer and teacher of future designers. Carbon fiber is the choice of many young designers because, like any plast

[RBW] Re: Removing powder coat from canti brake studs

I added a bunch of pics to my gallery on my '88 Schwinn KOM Project-10: https://plus.google.com/photos/109817667934112590257/albums/5930329788956113873 The gallery starts at my acquisition of this bike 2.5 years ago (for $75, score!), and progresses from there. Most recent pics are at the bott

Re: [RBW] Re: Garbage Pail Riv sighted in Berkeley

*"I have never been forced to accept compromises but I have willingly accepted constraints."* - Charles Eames I am also an Industrial Designer and teacher of future designers. Carbon fiber is the choice of many young designers because, like any plastic material, it seductively can be any shap

[RBW] Re: Winter gloves

I can report that the 45nrth Sturmfist5 are good down to maybe 10-15 depending on wind chill. Barmitts+the sturmfist5 were better, but my tips were still cold. 10*F this morning. Next step is a thin merino wool liner before putting them on. -- You received this message because you are subscri

[RBW] FS: Soma San Marcos 51cm & VO Camargue 53cm

Hello all, Selling off my Soma San Marcos 51cm (outfitted with Nitto goods) and VO Camargue 53cm frameset. Long story short, Chev's were sold out back in Oct, so I bought a San Marcos instead. Then got my hands on a Chev, and was going to keep the San Marcos as a road bike. However, I don't do

[RBW] Re: Organic Cotton Boxer Briefs for riding recommendations?

I have a pair of the Woolly boxers (non-briefs) and they are very nice, but I don't find them very comfortable for cycling. Nor do I find cotton boxers very comfortable on the bike, although they are what I usually wear when not riding. My preferred boxer material for cycling, due to some elusiv

[RBW] Re: Why slick tires don't stick well

Thanks for posting your experience. I was mostly referring to behavior on pavement, but it's conceivable that the negative tread would help in mud. However, it seems to me that the grooves would clog up with mud pretty quickly. We should research this further, especially if we ever plan to offe

[RBW] Re: Schwalbe Big One(s) on Clem.

Thanks Bill, I'd been keeping my eye on Bike24—they must've arrived in stock in the last week or so. Nothing to delay the Clem build now! -- 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: Winter gloves

I'm surprised no one is mentioning rivs Musa mitts... I commute in NYC 5 miles each way... this season have gone down to 25 degrees with them and been alright -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group a

[RBW] Re: FS: Parts bin cleanup (wheels, pedals, racks & more)

Sorry all, Meant to post privately. On Tuesday, January 19, 2016 at 4:16:27 AM UTC-5, Abcyclehank wrote: > > Pierre, > I will take both rear racks. > > Ryan Hankinson > > On Tuesday, January 19, 2016 at 2:00:54 AM UTC-5, Pierre wrote: >> >> Hi all - Cleaning-up parts bin. >> >> (Please use priva

[RBW] Re: FS: Parts bin cleanup (wheels, pedals, racks & more)

Pierre, I will take both rear racks. Ryan Hankinson On Tuesday, January 19, 2016 at 2:00:54 AM UTC-5, Pierre wrote: > > Hi all - Cleaning-up parts bin. > > (Please use private message to reply) > > All prices shipped CONUS. Items mostly likely shipping no earlier than > next Saturday. > > PayPal