[RBW] The 3 Wise(?) Women and the Mountain

2018-12-20 Thread Jonathan D.
Thanks for sharing and love the lights. -- 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

[RBW] Re: Hubert's Shoe Grease - Pine Tar AND Bees Wax

2018-12-20 Thread Craig Montgomery
Stick a wick in it and I'll wager it makes a great candle too. Craig in Tucson On Wednesday, December 19, 2018 at 8:15:16 PM UTC-7, Meade Anderson wrote: > > https://www.instagram.com/p/Brl1nrWlnBC/ > > There's still time for that last minute gift to yourself...but why hasn't > Grant informed u

[RBW] Re: Hubert's Shoe Grease - Pine Tar AND Bees Wax

2018-12-20 Thread Meade Anderson
Completed a test on a pair of work boots...so far I’m impressed...the can doesn’t mention bicycle saddles...maybe that’s my next test... -- 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] Re: FS: Woolrich coat and pants-new photos added

2018-12-20 Thread Frank Brose
If I didn't have a heavy weight wool Jacket and pants in my closet I'd be all over this. Your price is way beyond fair. Dirt cheap for the quality of items you are offering up and whoever happens to be lucky enough to finally end up with them will have some clothes that will last them a lifetime

[RBW] Re: How do you track your mileage?

2018-12-20 Thread Philip Williamson
"...is this something best left for elsewhere? " With that kind of amplification of things you'd rather people left alone, you'll be Barbara Striesand in no time. Philip (references underpinned) Santa Rosa, Ca. On Wednesday, December 19, 2018 at 1:30:03 PM UTC-8, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > “Wi

[RBW] Re: Hubert's Shoe Grease - Pine Tar AND Bees Wax

2018-12-20 Thread Philip Williamson
"When a subject line is enough." Philip Santa Rosa, Cal. On Wednesday, December 19, 2018 at 7:15:16 PM UTC-8, Meade Anderson wrote: > > https://www.instagram.com/p/Brl1nrWlnBC/ > > There's still time for that last minute gift to yourself...but why hasn't > Grant informed us of this Pine Tar & B

Re: [RBW] PSA 1996 Rivendell Road custom 64 cm,753 - $1400 (Plymouth, NH)

2018-12-20 Thread Karl
Man I wish she were a 58cm! Karl Nashville, TN -- 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: Mixed bag results: Fenders on my Leo

2018-12-20 Thread Steve Palincsar
Re: "Rinko Joining Tabs" -- Peter Weigle has posted some detailed photos - with comments - of how he does it on Flickr. * https://www.flickr.com/photos/49353569@N00/46221753611/in/photostream/ and * https://www.flickr.com/photos/49353569@N00/45525398034/in/photostream/ As is so often the c

[RBW] WTB: Nitto Rack Struts

2018-12-20 Thread Justin, Oakland
If Riv is sold out (call them) check VO. They made some works-with-Nitto struts that come in two packs. -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Mixed bag results: Fenders on my Leo

2018-12-20 Thread Bill Lindsay
It is my opinion that "everybody" who is doing a Rinko fender agrees that all Honjo fenders can afford to sacrifice 2-inches of their own length to provide the Rinko-Bridge-piece, without rendering that fender useless or ineffective. In the one Rinko job I did, the bridge came from the fender

[RBW] WTB: Nitto Rack Struts

2018-12-20 Thread Cody Bartz
Hey folks! Anybody have any Nitto struts/stays sitting around? I need something close to the 12cm straight ones that Rivendell is sold out of right now. Thank you, Cody Bartz Key West, FL [image: rh1-20024_1600x.jpg] -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Grou

Re: [RBW] PSA 1996 Rivendell Road custom 64 cm,753 - $1400 (Plymouth, NH)

2018-12-20 Thread maxcr
Ah! I must have missed it. Good luck with the sale. Max On Thursday, December 20, 2018 at 4:42:56 PM UTC-5, Steven Sweedler wrote: > > I am the seller, I already posted it here, it is still available and I > will pack and ship. Steve > Plymouth, NH > > On Thu, Dec 20, 2018 at 4:40 PM maxcr > >

[RBW] Re: Stem and Bar for Roadini

2018-12-20 Thread Conway Bennett
Want a 10 cm tallux and 44 cm noodle!? I barely skimmed this thread but I'm wanting to sell these. -- 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-owne

[RBW] Podcast about Riv accolades, bicycle dealers and small business in general starring one of your fellow listers

2018-12-20 Thread Alex Wirth- Owner, Yellow Haus Bicycles
I participated in our local business journal podcast series todayhave a listen if you'd like some insight on small retail, boot-strap bicycle shops and life in general ;-) (Riv gets mentioned several times) https://soundcloud.com/rbjbizcast/alex-wirth-and-his-two-businesses -- You re

[RBW] Re: How do you track your mileage?

2018-12-20 Thread 'Mojo' via RBW Owners Bunch
Ride With GPS. It is a free and simple app and does a good job tracking my rides. https://ridewithgps.com/users/1311744 Joe in GJT On Saturday, December 15, 2018 at 3:15:22 AM UTC-7, Surlyprof wrote: > > Bill’s thread on cycling goals made me realize that I don’t have an easy > and consistent

Re: [RBW] PSA 1996 Rivendell Road custom 64 cm,753 - $1400 (Plymouth, NH)

2018-12-20 Thread Steven Sweedler
I am the seller, I already posted it here, it is still available and I will pack and ship. Steve Plymouth, NH On Thu, Dec 20, 2018 at 4:40 PM maxcr wrote: > I just saw this on craigslist and though a tall rider here might be > interested (not sure if the seller is willing to ship - I don't hav

[RBW] PSA 1996 Rivendell Road custom 64 cm,753 - $1400 (Plymouth, NH)

2018-12-20 Thread maxcr
I just saw this on craigslist and though a tall rider here might be interested (not sure if the seller is willing to ship - I don't have a connection) https://nh.craigslist.org/bik/d/1996-rivendell-road-custom-64-cm753/6765679568.html Max -- You received this message because you are subscribe

Re: [RBW] Re: HubbuhHubbuh email from Riv & donation idea

2018-12-20 Thread Philip Williamson
That's awesome. Such a great thing you guys are doing. I'm happy Christine was excited about it. Philip Santa Rosa, CA On Tuesday, December 18, 2018 at 11:54:23 AM UTC-8, Alex Wirth- Owner, Yellow Haus Bicycles wrote: > > Woot! Heard back from Christine today! She's a professor and was bur

[RBW] Re: How do you track your mileage?

2018-12-20 Thread Ryan M.
I stopped tracking mileage a few years ago but I do track TSS and some power data when and if I'm actually training. For that I use TrainerRoad which recently included a nice calendar feature that combines outside rides with your trainer riding. Since they did that it is a one stop shop for me

Re: [RBW] Re: Mixed bag results: Fenders on my Leo

2018-12-20 Thread Bill Lindsay
"A case could be made for a Rinko-style separable fender for that situation" I've retained the cut-section for exactly that reason. That material makes the ideal Rinko-bridge piece. I even have an extra Compass Rinko-nut. All it would take is one more cut, if the situation demands it. Bill

Re: [RBW] Re: Mixed bag results: Fenders on my Leo

2018-12-20 Thread Steve Palincsar
On 12/20/18 12:46 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote: "A case could be made for a Rinko-style separable fender for that situation" I've retained the cut-section for exactly that reason. That material makes the ideal Rinko-bridge piece.  I even have an extra Compass Rinko-nut.  All it would take is one m

Re: [RBW] Re: Mixed bag results: Fenders on my Leo

2018-12-20 Thread Bill Lindsay
Steve asked for my reasoning. 1. The front extension length was too long because the UNSUPPORTED front extension vibrated and flexed enough to make objectionable noises. That's an objective fact that we both agree on 2. The front extension length was longer than necessary because it is not and

Re: [RBW] Re: Mixed bag results: Fenders on my Leo

2018-12-20 Thread Steve Palincsar
On 12/20/18 12:17 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote: Steve asked for my reasoning. 1. The front extension length was too long because the UNSUPPORTED front extension vibrated and flexed enough to make objectionable noises. That's an objective fact that we both agree on 2. The front extension length was

[RBW] Re: Stem and Bar for Roadini

2018-12-20 Thread Dave Grossman
So much to research! Thanks for all the feedback y'all! -- 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 po

Re: [RBW] Re: Mixed bag results: Fenders on my Leo

2018-12-20 Thread Steve Palincsar
On 12/19/18 10:45 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote: Steve P asked why I did things my way instead of his way. I decided to cut the fender off because I decided the front fender was too long for my use on this bike. If I decided to leave the fender too long for my liking on this bike, I would have run

[RBW] Re: My back is pretty stoked on my Rivendell...

2018-12-20 Thread 'Stephen Kemp' via RBW Owners Bunch
Late thirties with occasional hip and sciatic problems. I've always ridden upright, and to the Riv formula (albatross) for the last five years or so (though not on a Riv). When my hip/sciatic issues pop up it's actually being on the bike that's the easiest position. Walking and sometimes even l

Re: [RBW] Re: My back is pretty stoked on my Rivendell...

2018-12-20 Thread Patrick Moore
"When I sit forward on the saddle, I notice more weight on my shoulders/arms/hands." Perhaps worth adding that bar on Hon Solo is considerably higher than saddle. Still, not sitting far enough back puts weight on my shoulders, etc. On Thu, Dec 20, 2018 at 8:56 AM Patrick Moore wrote: > ... > > I

Re: [RBW] Re: My back is pretty stoked on my Rivendell...

2018-12-20 Thread Patrick Moore
I'm fortunate that at 2X30 (soon, 2X32!) my back is pretty silent; I attribute at least part of the reason to Grant's suggestion to me decades ago to "get the bar up and back, and the saddle back and down." I've been noticing the effect of "butt-back" recently on my Hon Solo, which, because of the

Re: [RBW] Re: Will 700x38 Gravelking SKs fit on my Ram?

2018-12-20 Thread Patrick Moore
You might try single pivot sidepulls. I swapped out modern Tektros on my Riv Road for old (and dare I say it, excessively nice) vintage Dura Ace sidepulls in order to clear 45 mm VO fenders, and found that they hardly required dimpling the fenders at all, while the Tektros hit the fenders even afte

[RBW] Re: Will 700x38 Gravelking SKs fit on my Ram?

2018-12-20 Thread Mike K.
Ah, good suggestions. I have Tektro R539's on there now, and it does not look like there is much more room between the top of the Pasela and the bottom of the brake. So the question is, do I go with the 35's (which my LBS didn't have in stock) or get centerpulls? -- You received this message

Re: [RBW] Will 700x38 Gravelking SKs fit on my Ram?

2018-12-20 Thread Tim Gavin
In case the 38s are too tight, Panaracer makes the Gravel King SK in 700 x 35. In black or brown sidewalls. On Wed, Dec 19, 2018 at 2:18 PM Mike K. wrote: > Been thinking about going with wider tires on my Ram. I have Pasela 32’s > on there now but I know it will fit 38’s. Question is, will it

[RBW] How do you track your mileage?

2018-12-20 Thread Fullylugged
I am a long time user of www.bikejournal.com. Track mileage on multiple bikes as well as tires and chains. Has discussion forum similar to this list. Basic membership is free. I use it a lot and I am a paid subscriber. Has line graph to show progress towards any goal you set. Options for priv

[RBW] Re: How to select a Brooks saddle

2018-12-20 Thread A. Nostuh
I only ride in black jeans à la Johnny Cash so it’s hard to tell Al On Wednesday, December 19, 2018 at 8:00:58 PM UTC-5, Hoffsta wrote: > Does a shellacked Cambium rub off on clothing? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To