[RBW] Re: Compass Snoqualmie Pass 700x44

2016-09-18 Thread Ron Mc
if they're loke all good supple tires, they will stretch On Monday, September 12, 2016 at 9:27:29 PM UTC-5, Daniel Jackson wrote: > > These measure a good deal under size. 40.3 mm on my Velocity Atlas Rims > with tubes. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Grou

[RBW] Re: IHPVA World Human Powered Speed Challenge - New Record: 88.26mph!

2016-09-18 Thread Clementine59
New record of 89.56mph on Saturday. On Thursday, September 15, 2016 at 4:16:30 PM UTC-4, Clementine59 wrote: > > I follow this event from afar every year: > http://www.recumbents.com/wisil/whpsc2016/speedchallenge.htm > > Today saw a new record of 88.26 mph (previous record was 86.65mph). > > Re

Re: [RBW] Thank you and "Enjoy the Ride!"

2016-09-18 Thread Leaf Slayer
On Saturday, September 17, 2016 at 12:55:36 PM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote: > > Mike: what are those dangerously heresy-skirting "other bikes"? Photos? > If you poke around a bit your can see the other bikes here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/41335973@N00/ My main go to bikes are my LHT and my si

[RBW] Re: Rivendell sighting in Zurich

2016-09-18 Thread 'Tim' via RBW Owners Bunch
Good on you Michael. A couple of years ago, on a Rick Steves tour (shameless plug!) of the Basque country, I made a nice connection with a man a bit older than me (I was 54) who had cyclotoured France many years ago. He was surprised when I guessed that his Trek at the time was a 520. He no long

[RBW] FS: handle bars and tires and stuff

2016-09-18 Thread Eric Daume
I'm trying to free up some space and cash so I can then buy more stuff that I'll eventually sell... Pictures and more details are on my blog: https://bikingtoplay.blogspot.com/2013/07/the-for-sale-post.html Everything is OBO and shipping not included. Nitto Albastache bar: $65 Nitto Bullmoose

Re: [RBW] Re: IHPVA World Human Powered Speed Challenge - New Record: 88.26mph!

2016-09-18 Thread Addison Wilhite
Just shared this with the bob list but thought I'd post here as well. We've been trying to develop a junior level team at my career tech high school and this is likely the year we build. Anyway...cool photos of some really engineering marvels. http://reno-rambler.blogspot.com/2016/09/speed-week-w

[RBW] FS: handle bars and tires and stuff

2016-09-18 Thread Conway Bennett
Eric, I'd take both nitto handlebars. Please and thanks! -- 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

Re: [RBW] Thank you and "Enjoy the Ride!"

2016-09-18 Thread Lungimsam
Wow!! Thats the first time I have heard of someone liking their Surly better than their Rivendell!!! Sounds like a much loved 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 fro

[RBW] Re: FS: 64cm Orange Quickbeam complete $1500

2016-09-18 Thread Jeremy Till
Bike is sold! On Tuesday, September 6, 2016 at 7:51:54 PM UTC-7, Jeremy Till wrote: > > Hey Folks- > > My Quickbeam is up for sale. It's an amazing bike that I've been lucky to > own, but I just got a Clem that I'm super happy with and I've been riding > it and my other (many geared) bikes more

[RBW] FS: handle bars and tires and stuff

2016-09-18 Thread Palmer
Hi Eric, I would like the Racing Ralph's if still available. Please contact me @ volvotom1964 at gmail.com Thanks, Tom Palmer Twin Lake MI -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving ema

Re: [RBW] Re: IHPVA World Human Powered Speed Challenge - New Record: 88.26mph!

2016-09-18 Thread Clementine59
Thanks for your report and the link to the news story. Neat, neat, neat! On Sunday, September 18, 2016 at 10:04:43 AM UTC-4, Addison wrote: > > Just shared this with the bob list but thought I'd post here as well. > We've been trying to develop a junior level team at my career tech high > schoo

[RBW] Re: How to sell a Rivendell Bike

2016-09-18 Thread Joe Bernard
Cecily, I strongly encourage those second thoughts. The Betty is a gorgeous and discontinued bicycle, and I'm not convinced the standover difference between that and Clem L is worth swapping for. If you think you can work around your mounting issues by lowering the bike almost to the ground for

[RBW] Re: WTB Nitto Technomic Stem 25.4mm Clamp

2016-09-18 Thread John Hawrylak
Bumping, hoping someone has an interest John Hawrylak Woodstown NJ On Thursday, September 15, 2016 at 6:58:23 PM UTC-4, John Hawrylak wrote: > Looking for a following stem to fit the Nitto B132 bars I have in waiting > > Nitto Technomic (225mm quill) 90mm Stem Length, 25.4mm clamp. > > Rather n

Re: [RBW] Re: IHPVA World Human Powered Speed Challenge - New Record: 88.26mph!

2016-09-18 Thread Patrick Moore
Is the sound real, or added in? It sounds like a light truck rolling down the freeway at 70 per. On Sun, Sep 18, 2016 at 8:04 AM, Addison Wilhite wrote: > Just shared this with the bob list but thought I'd post here as well. > We've been trying to develop a junior level team at my career tech hi

Re: Friction shifting 10 speeds with Silver shifters (Was: Re: [RBW] Turkey Vulture Gearing 101)

2016-09-18 Thread Jon BALER
Keep in mind Shimano 10 speed road and mountain have different amount of pull. 10 speed road has the same total pull as 9 speed, so the pull for each shift is less. 10 speed mountain (Dynasis) has significantly more total pull, and the pull for each shift is greater. When Shimano dynasis fir

[RBW] Re: How to sell a Rivendell Bike

2016-09-18 Thread dougP
Also strongly encourage second thoughts & trying alternates that may allow you to keep Betty. It's surprising what you can do if you don't know you can't. Doug p -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this grou

[RBW] FS Twofish pump holder

2016-09-18 Thread Bruce Smitham
For sale is a Twofish pump holder as seen here: http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/2fishph.htm Very handy- $5 shipped Bruce in San Diego -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving email

[RBW] FS Schwalbe Stelvio tire 700 X 23C

2016-09-18 Thread Bruce Smitham
For sale is 1 new Schwalbe Stelvio 700 X 23C tire. Still in box. $15 plus shipping Bruce in San Diego -- 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-o

[RBW] FS Surly Rim Strips 700 X 38mm (fits Rabbit Hole, 29+ & similar rims

2016-09-18 Thread Bruce Smitham
FS Surly Rim Strips 700 X 38mm (fits Rabbit Hole, 29+ & similar rims. New in package- 2 blue and 2 red $10 for them all plus shipping Bruce in San Diego -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and sto

Re: [RBW] Thank you and "Enjoy the Ride!"

2016-09-18 Thread Patrick Moore
Thanks for the photos. That Surly makes me want to turn my Matthews into a ss ... On Sun, Sep 18, 2016 at 7:23 AM, Leaf Slayer wrote: > On Saturday, September 17, 2016 at 12:55:36 PM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote: >> >> Mike: what are those dangerously heresy-skirting "other bikes"? Photos? >> > >

Re: [RBW] FS: 56cm Rivendell Glorius mixte

2016-09-18 Thread Allingham II, Thomas J. (Retired Partner)
Kevin: What color? Do you have a pic? Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 18, 2016, at 4:19 PM, 'Kevin Brown' via RBW Owners Bunch > wrote: > > My wife wants to sell her 56cm Glorious mixte. It is in excellent condition > and has been ridden very little. Actually it has been stored in our house

Re: [RBW] Thank you and "Enjoy the Ride!"

2016-09-18 Thread BenG
2 daughters are the blessing of our lives. Seasons pass in life, huh? One married and happy, one single and in youth ministry. We ride incidentally, along the way, because we can and like to. It's a luxury to have nice bikes available, nice to have any bikes available. Life is rich regardless.

Re: [RBW] FS: 56cm Rivendell Glorius mixte

2016-09-18 Thread 'Kevin Brown' via RBW Owners Bunch
I uploaded pics with the post on the riv-owners-bunch Google group. Are they not there? Otherwise I can send them to your e-mail. Kevin Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 18, 2016, at 4:49 PM, Allingham II, Thomas J. (Retired Partner) > wrote: > > Kevin: What color? Do you have a pic? > > Sent

[RBW] Re: FS: 56cm Rivendell Glorius mixte

2016-09-18 Thread Pondero
Major value deal. This won't last long. Chris Johnson Sanger, Texas -- 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...@googlegrou

[RBW] Re: FS: Almost new Compass Rat Trap Pass 26x2.3

2016-09-18 Thread Gideon Tsang
Sold! On Saturday, September 17, 2016 at 10:32:28 PM UTC-5, Gideon Tsang wrote: > > Ridden less than 50 miles. If you've ever ridden Compass tires, they all > ride like heaven. Turns any 26" bike into rando, road, gravel grinder > heaven. The only reason I'm selling is I already have 2 bikes wit

[RBW] FS: Cockpit/User Interface, RH Crankset, Babyshoes, Eggbeaters, SR5 Levers

2016-09-18 Thread William R.
A few things to sell in the hopes of getting a few new things. All prices include shipping to the 48 continental US States. Cane Creek SR-5 Brake Levers. These show use. See detailed photos. Functionally great. Newer hoods are a little dirty but not showing any wear. $25 Cockpit/User Interface

Re: [RBW] FS: 56cm Rivendell Glorius mixte

2016-09-18 Thread Jeff Lesperance
Agreed. I wish there was someone in my life for whom this would fit. Gorgeous bike and build and stellar price. -Jeff Silver Spring, MD On Sunday, September 18, 2016, Pondero wrote: > Major value deal. This won't last long. > > Chris Johnson > Sanger, Texas > > -- > You received this message b

Re: [RBW] FS: 56cm Rivendell Glorius mixte

2016-09-18 Thread Conway Bennett
Just showed this to my wife, asked her if she wanted it, but she says the Caseroll I bought her has too mush sentimental value. Also she doesn't like red!? Otherwise this would be payed for already. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunc

Re: [RBW] FS: 56cm Rivendell Glorius mixte

2016-09-18 Thread Conway Bennett
She changed her mind! Can you email please? captainconwatb...@gmail.com. -- 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...@googl

[RBW] FS: Cockpit/User Interface, RH Crankset, Babyshoes, Eggbeaters, SR5 Levers

2016-09-18 Thread William R.
Update: Babyshoes are sold Everything else is still available -Bill -- 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...@googlegrou

Re: [RBW] FS: 56cm Rivendell Glorius mixte

2016-09-18 Thread drew
Thank god -- 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 to rbw-owners-bunc

[RBW] FS: 1984 trek 890 ATB 47cm, reynolds 501

2016-09-18 Thread drew
Price drop before I go to eBay. 300$ plus shipping. It now has a non-fancy silver rear rack. -- 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

[RBW] Re: Wow the new grey Cheviots are gorgeous!!!

2016-09-18 Thread SeanMac
Clayton, As I eagerly await the arrival of my grey Cheviot, I continue to contemplate the last details of the build. Everything is in place except for the wheels and tires. I've yet to try any of the Compass tires, but I am intrigued by the new Snoqualmie Pass tires. I would love to hear you

Re: [RBW] Re: New cockpit for '02 Joe Stark custom

2016-09-18 Thread Justin August
Would you go 650b for more width or 559 for width and smaller radius? Cantis for clearance or side/center pulls? -J -- 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 e

[RBW] Looking for Pedals

2016-09-18 Thread mothtoflame8
Hello all. I am trying to switch to a set of VP Pedals or some similar style. Does anyone have some laying around that they would want to part with? Cheers, Benjamin:) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from t

[RBW] Re: How to sell a Rivendell Bike

2016-09-18 Thread Don Compton
Cecily, I have read your posts from time to time. I suffer from arthritis. Whatever happens with your bike, figure out a way to keep riding. "Quality of Life". Just a thought On Thursday, September 8, 2016 at 7:44:23 PM UTC-7, Cecily Walker wrote: > > As many of y'all know, I live in a part of th

Re: [RBW] Re: New cockpit for '02 Joe Stark custom

2016-09-18 Thread Patrick Moore
My road bikes have no need of tires fatter than 32 mm (though i'd have crown and bridges positioned for easy and more regular fender placement); hell, I found riding our local roads, even in the bad areas around the fairgrounds, perfectly fine with supple 23s at 80/90, apart from having to be caref