Re: [RBW] Re: Riv Ride in Asheville NC?

2023-06-23 Thread Carl
Gary, did you say there's an extra 55cm Cheviot lying around here in Asheville? I could maybe help with that . . . On Wednesday, June 14, 2023 at 9:19:20 AM UTC-4 Gary L wrote: > Leah, > > What a great offer - it would be an honor to have a video made by you! > But better yet, why don’t you

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv Ride in Asheville NC?

2023-05-29 Thread Carl
idea of how much stuff you might bring? Thanks and looking forward to seeing everyone in July, -- Carl On Sunday, May 28, 2023 at 11:54:39 AM UTC-4 Gary L wrote: > Hi from Asheville! > > I just wanted to send a quick update about our Riv gathering July 7-9. > You can see our planne

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv Riders in Western NC

2023-03-20 Thread Carl
Thanks Gary, I can participate at least part of that weekend. On Monday, March 20, 2023 at 11:01:46 AM UTC-4 Gary L wrote: > We've had five folks fill out the doodle scheduling poll (thanks Steve, > Jason, Ky, and Chasen) to try to find a late spring date for a potential > Asheville gathering

[RBW] Re: FS: Riv Sackville Small Trunk Sack - Tan color

2023-01-12 Thread Carl G
Updating to mark as *Sold*. Thanks. On Thursday, January 5, 2023 at 12:25:58 PM UTC-8 Carl G wrote: > Still available, so price dropped to *$85 shipped to US address.* > > Please contact me directly if interested. > > Thanks, > > On Thursday, December 8, 2022 at 2:28:51

[RBW] Re: FS: Riv Sackville Small Trunk Sack - Tan color

2023-01-05 Thread Carl G
Still available, so price dropped to *$85 shipped to US address.* Please contact me directly if interested. Thanks, On Thursday, December 8, 2022 at 2:28:51 PM UTC-8 Carl G wrote: > Hi All, > > FS: Riv Sackville Small Trunk Sack - Tan color > > I decided to go another rou

[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto Boscomoose (bosco-bullmoose?) handlebars.

2022-08-31 Thread Carl G
I think I've received enough PMs to mark these practically sold. Thanks all! On Tuesday, August 30, 2022 at 7:00:47 PM UTC-7 Carl G wrote: > I responded directly, > > Thanks. > > On Tuesday, August 30, 2022 at 6:49:52 PM UTC-7 James wrote: > >> I sent you a PM >>

[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto Boscomoose (bosco-bullmoose?) handlebars.

2022-08-30 Thread Carl G
I responded directly, Thanks. On Tuesday, August 30, 2022 at 6:49:52 PM UTC-7 James wrote: > I sent you a PM > > On Tuesday, August 30, 2022 at 8:34:21 PM UTC-4 Carl G wrote: > >> I bought these from Bluelug a couple of years ago (2019?) but never >> really used

[RBW] Re: FS: choco-moose bar.

2022-08-26 Thread Carl G
Sold pending payment. Thanks all. On Friday, August 26, 2022 at 7:51:36 PM UTC-7 Carl G wrote: > Hi all, > > Doing some new-project fund-raising so I'll be selling some stuff I've > been sitting on for a bit. > > I bought these bars from blue-lug a couple of years ago

[RBW] Re: FS - Choco handlebar

2022-05-28 Thread Carl
The handlebar has been sold. On Saturday, May 28, 2022 at 9:28:42 AM UTC-4 Carl wrote: > Installed but not ridden. Bosco works better for me. Couple of blemishes > shown in the photos, but otherwise like new. $70 shipped to conus. Carl, > Eight too 8 seven one 3 Oh one 6 thre

[RBW] Re: A Pumpkin Platypus, Perchance?

2022-01-03 Thread Carl
Thanks Laura. Hope you're able to get a Riv sometime soon. Whichever model and color you end up with, they bring a lot of joy! On Monday, January 3, 2022 at 3:36:10 PM UTC-5 me2g...@gmail.com wrote: > Carl, that is a beautiful Clem. Funny how different bikes look with the > same colors.

Re: UPDATE! Re: [RBW] Re: Stolen Homer?

2021-10-21 Thread Carl Anderson
Last seen October 18 along Embarcadero. Please contact with any info, reward still available. Thanks to all helping! Carl On Monday, August 9, 2021 at 5:17:23 PM UTC-7 Brendan Willard in SF wrote: > I spoke to the owner of the stolen Homer. He is offering a reward for any > help l

Re: [RBW] Re: While we wait for our Platypus Bikes...

2020-08-21 Thread Carl
Hi Leah, I still have that C Itoh. It’s gone a ways since ‘74, mostly in its first 20 years. I’ll post a current photo of it tomorrow. It was my Dad’s, but I nagged him until he gave it to me and got himself a new Bridgestone Super Speed, which I also still have. On Friday, August 21, 2020 at

[RBW] Re: Just Pics from Your Good Ride Thread

2020-06-20 Thread Carl
John, it's gratifying to see photos of your bicycle out in such diverse and beautiful locations around our planet! On Friday, June 19, 2020 at 9:54:09 PM UTC-4, John Rinker wrote: > > A few snaps from my bugs-in-teeth ride to the confluence of the Slocan and > Little Slocan Rivers. #gottalovebc

[RBW] Re: Swapping derailer cable on a Deore XT SL M-8000

2019-07-28 Thread Carl G
Here's a direct link to the "dealer manual", does this help (page 14)? https://si.shimano.com/pdfs/dm/DM-SL0005-04-ENG.pdf On Wednesday, July 24, 2019 at 9:13:42 AM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > I searched the interwebs and can't find a diagram or how-to. Shimano's > unhelpful owner's manual

[RBW] Re: Aesthetics Issue

2019-05-17 Thread Carl
Isn't the Nitto riser stem in cro mo the best looking one? On Thursday, May 16, 2019 at 9:46:40 PM UTC-4, Jim S. wrote: > > I know fit is paramount, but let's assume fit is not an issue. > > I just replaced a technomic stem with a dirt drop stem. My first reaction > is that the dirt drop stem

[RBW] Re: Rosco Bubbe v.2 geometry chart

2019-05-12 Thread Carl G
It looks like a lot of the Rosco project (including some geo) is documented here: https://roscobubbe.tumblr.com/ Pretty cool, I've seen a few of these frames but didn't know the back story. On Friday, May 10, 2019 at 3:58:42 PM UTC-7, Jim S. wrote: > > Hi, I was looking around for the

[RBW] Pretend New Bike Day: The Stolen Clem

2019-04-03 Thread Carl
That blue is so pretty. Glad it will be loved as it deserves. -- 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: SE Rivendell 25th Anniversary Celebration May 3/4/5 Greenville SC

2019-02-14 Thread Carl
I am so looking forward to this! Not sure yet which days, but would like to be there for as much of it as possible. > > -- 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

[RBW] Afternoon ride from home into the mountains and back on my Sam

2019-01-11 Thread Carl
I recognize that bike. It cleaned up pretty good. -- 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

[RBW] Quickbeam inquiry

2018-11-27 Thread Carl
There appears to be a 51 cm for sale on SF Bay Craigslist. -- 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.

[RBW] Re: WTB - 51 Appaloosa or 51 Hillborne - or possibly 55 Cheviot

2018-11-01 Thread Carl
Hi Gary, Did you already see this one: https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/bik/d/rivendell-joe-appaloosa-51/6734232347.html Carl (in western NC) On Thursday, November 1, 2018 at 4:59:10 PM UTC-4, Gary wrote: > > Hi all, > > I've got a friend that is looking to get her first Riv an

[RBW] Re: Seat post slippage

2018-10-11 Thread Carl
. On Tuesday, October 9, 2018 at 10:45:59 AM UTC-4, Carl wrote: > > Hello Forum-ites, Any advice on how to stop the seat post on my 2017 Clem > H from slipping to one side? I removed it, wiped all the grease off, put it > back together, and tightened the bolt very tight. It maintain

[RBW] Re: FS: (still) 46cm Joe Appaloosa Butternut

2018-07-16 Thread Carl
It looks like this bike found a very good home, judging from recent photos over on the Riv FB group. On Monday, May 14, 2018 at 4:53:51 PM UTC-4, Christopher Wiggins wrote: > > Still trying to get this bike to a good home. Just knocked another 100 > bucks off the price. Thanks for the

[RBW] June Flowers

2018-06-24 Thread Carl
Thanks Patrick. Those lovely photos made me feel like I was there with you enjoying all that beauty. — Carl -- 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, sen

[RBW] PSA Rambouillet - Savannah GA

2018-06-01 Thread Carl
Just saw this on Craigslist. https://asheville.craigslist.org/bik/d/rivendell-rambouillet-60cm/6604705165.html -- 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

[RBW] Re: Generations of Clems

2018-05-26 Thread Carl
The 2015 had Sunrace thumb shifters and the current model has Microshift. The Sunrace shifters have some quirks that have been discussed previously on the forum. I’m still enjoying using mine. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Reader PDF Archives

2018-05-07 Thread Carl
THANKS so much Jim, Reed, Shoji, Tim for sharing these, and to Grant for saying yes. It means a lot to have them. It's a major gift! On Saturday, May 5, 2018 at 7:27:23 PM UTC-4, Cyclofiend Jim wrote: > > There was a query yonder on the FB about specific editions of the > Rivendell Readers.

[RBW] OT but mentioned on the Blahg: Hiking

2018-05-03 Thread Carl
How are the ticks in the bay area this time of year? They’re pretty bad where I live in the NC mountains. -- 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: Bosco Bars

2018-03-21 Thread Carl
They're named after a chocolate syrup product. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bosco_Chocolate_Syrup On Wednesday, March 21, 2018 at 10:08:36 AM UTC-4, Jim S. wrote: > > I wonder why they call them Bosco bars? Who or what is a "Bosco"? > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

Re: [RBW] Interesting Flikr person with interesting functional Rivbike pics.

2018-03-11 Thread Carl
the Kennedy Center along the Potomac path in WDC -- the very sole thing > about WDC for which I wax nostalgic -- memories of bike rides along the > path on a rare, clear March weekend afternoon with the trees in blossom, > the sky brilliant blue, and the path open and inviting. > &

[RBW] Re: Interesting Flikr person with interesting functional Rivbike pics.

2018-03-10 Thread Carl
No. It’s purpleriv in Seattle. -- 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

RE: [RBW] Re: Elephant National Park Explorer

2015-08-03 Thread Carl Otto Wollin
. It looks like a very nice rig to use as a commuter. Carl W Date: Sun, 2 Aug 2015 19:21:10 -0700 From: mikeybi...@rocketmail.com To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: [RBW] Re: Elephant National Park Explorer John, one of the guys behind the stock NFE's is running the Rat Trap pass

RE: [RBW] Re: Elephant National Park Explorer

2015-08-02 Thread Carl Otto Wollin
Randonneur bikes. Regards Carl Otto Wollin Date: Fri, 31 Jul 2015 11:38:47 -0700 From: christian.w.mcmil...@gmail.com To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com CC: christian.w.mcmil...@gmail.com Subject: Re: [RBW] Re: Elephant National Park Explorer Hi everyone, Reporting back now that I have had the NFE

RE: [RBW] Re: Elephant National Park Explorer

2015-06-06 Thread Carl Otto Wollin
Is it possible to run the Rat Trap Pass with 26 x 2.35 with fenders? What is the max tires with fenders to squeeze in the rear and front of the NFE. The NFE looks lika an interesting rig as a commuter for all round use with studded winter tires and fat pair of slicks. One rig to mention in this

RE: [RBW] Planning to ride Sacramento - San Fransisco

2014-07-15 Thread Carl Otto Wollin
Hi Peter I am open to hear all views regarding this ride, I have been in Sac several time before so I have seen the are a few times but without a bike. I am beware that the temperatures in September could go up in the 80-90 s, I like to listen to all views regarding bike riding in San Fran/

[RBW] Planning to ride Sacramento - San Fransisco

2014-07-13 Thread Carl Otto Wollin
? Is it possible do this ride in one day or should I plan for layover, what do you have for recommendations? All informations and suggestions are highly appreciated! Regards Carl Otto Wollin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group

RE: [RBW] Planning to ride Sacramento - San Fransisco

2014-07-13 Thread Carl Otto Wollin
Success Educator: Professional Portfolio Blogger: Reno Rambler Bicycle Advocate: Regional Transportation Commission, Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee On Sun, Jul 13, 2014 at 6:17 AM, Carl Otto Wollin carlottowol...@hotmail.com wrote: Hello RBW - list I'm an enthusiast from Sweden

RE: [RBW] Frame Paint question

2013-02-26 Thread Carl Otto Wollin
Agree I have had two frames painted by Naomi Litell @ Bilenky, and the result is relly good! Carl W Date: Mon, 25 Feb 2013 18:46:40 -0500 Subject: Re: [RBW] Frame Paint question From: zeidler.rob...@gmail.com To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Send it to Bilenky. Very good work. On Monday

RE: [RBW] Re: Shipping framesets coast to coast

2012-01-31 Thread Carl Otto Wollin
Hello Michael Did you send your frameset to/from a USPS office in a box from your LBS? Regards Carl Otto Wollin Date: Sat, 28 Jan 2012 08:33:03 -0800 From: mhech...@gmail.com To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] Re: Shipping framesets coast to coast I have two

RE: [RBW] Re: Shipping framesets coast to coast BIKEFLIGHTS.COM

2012-01-31 Thread Carl Otto Wollin
Allright so I get in to the 108 - 130 inch with my measurments 54.3 X 31.5 X 11.8 inches (total girth is around 97 inches)? With up to 50 lbs it would be around 95 USD with http://www.bikeflights.com/bicycle_shipping.aspx Are you familier with bikeflights? Regards Carl Otto Wollin

[RBW] Shipping framesets coast to coast

2012-01-28 Thread Carl Otto Wollin
Hello RBW What is the cheapest way to send two framesets with racks from Sacramento CA to Bilenly Cycle Works in PA. The frames are going to have couplers installed. The box is 54.3 x 31.5 x 11.8 Regards Carl Otto Wollin -- You received

RE: [RBW] Re: Silver Shifters with campy/shimano drivetrain

2011-08-10 Thread Carl Otto Wollin
Thank you all for your quick response. Regards Carl Otto Wollin Date: Tue, 9 Aug 2011 07:53:08 -0700 Subject: [RBW] Re: Silver Shifters with campy/shimano drivetrain From: earlg...@gmail.com To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Of course. That's the beauty of friction! Gernot

[RBW] Silver Shifters with campy/shimano drivetrain

2011-08-08 Thread Carl Otto Wollin
oh the Shimano rearmech, but the shimano cassette spacing is more common.d Have anyone tried this combination before. Rgerads Carl Otto Wollin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post

RE: [RBW] Re: How to convert a Bike with 1 1/8 headset to a 1 threadset

2011-01-01 Thread Carl Otto Wollin
Thanks for your addvice, this seems to be the way to go Regards Carl Otto Wollin Date: Wed, 29 Dec 2010 09:45:52 -0800 Subject: [RBW] Re: How to convert a Bike with 1 1/8 headset to a 1 threadset From: eddie.fla...@att.net To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com you could use

RE: [RBW] Re: How to convert a Bike with 1 1/8 headset to a 1 threadset

2011-01-01 Thread Carl Otto Wollin
OK #2 is the way to go. I allready have the Bullmoose bar, so the new fork is going to be ordered for my frame and front rack. Regards Carl Otto Wollin Date: Wed, 29 Dec 2010 10:53:37 -0800 Subject: [RBW] Re: How to convert a Bike with 1 1/8 headset to a 1 threadset From: willh

[RBW] How to convert a Bike with 1 1/8 headset to a 1 threadset

2010-12-29 Thread Carl Otto Wollin
1 Quill. 2. Is it better to get a new 1 threaded fork with a King Devolution headset, 1 1/8 to 1. 3. Do you have a better idea/ solution for my problem. What do you recommend, is the first route possible or is it jusst Utopia! I wish you all a Happy new Year! Regards Carl Otto Wollin

[RBW] Fenders and Tire issues

2010-09-04 Thread Carl Otto Wollin
, addvice are welcome! Regards Carl Otto Wollin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group

RE: [RBW] Re: Fenders and Tire issues

2010-09-04 Thread Carl Otto Wollin
Hello Angus Thank you for your comments! How are the Panaracer Ribmos for touring, what are the actual with for that tire? Regards Carl Otto Wollin Date: Sat, 4 Sep 2010 04:57:15 -0700 Subject: [RBW] Re: Fenders and Tire issues From: angusle...@sbcglobal.net To: rbw-owners-bunch

[RBW] What to do in Seattle and Portland?

2010-06-22 Thread Carl Otto Wollin
Hello Now its time to go west again! This time I´m on my way to visit Seattle and Portland in the third week of September. Do anyone have any ideas, advise etc on what to do and see in the area and where to stay in a inexpensive BB / Youth Hostel. I believe the best way to explore the

RE: [RBW] Rack on Rambouillet

2010-01-24 Thread Carl Otto Wollin
Hello Steve Where have you bought those bags do you know if they are still availble. I´m looking for bags in the same style. Regards Carl Otto Wollin, Sweden Subject: RE: [RBW] Rack on Rambouillet Date: Sun, 24 Jan 2010 10:26:00 -0500 From: frede...@mail.lib.msu.edu To: rbw-owners-bunch

RE: [RBW] Rack on Rambouillet

2010-01-24 Thread Carl Otto Wollin
Hello RBW I can´t find that traditional looking handlbar bag in cotton duck only the saddlebags like the Nelson and Barley. I´m looking for that convenient style that do not need a rack. All ideas are welcomed. Carl Otto Wollin Subject: RE: [RBW] Rack on Rambouillet From: palin...@his.com

RE: [RBW] Re: Rack on Rambouillet

2010-01-24 Thread Carl Otto Wollin
Hello, Acorn is the way to go thank you for your input. Carl O Wollin Date: Sun, 24 Jan 2010 08:21:20 -0800 Subject: [RBW] Re: Rack on Rambouillet From: perks@gmail.com To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com The closest you will get to that bar bag is an Acorn, www.acornbags.com

RE: [RBW] Rack on Rambouillet

2010-01-24 Thread Carl Otto Wollin
Hi Steve Thanks for the uppdate, so its a co-op between Rivendell and Carradice now I know the story. How do you compare Acorns to Carradice and Berthoud. Carl Otto Wollin Subject: RE: [RBW] Rack on Rambouillet Date: Sun, 24 Jan 2010 12:13:49 -0500 From: frede...@mail.lib.msu.edu To: rbw

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Road Standard from 1996

2009-06-17 Thread Carl Otto Wollin
Hello Jim Thank you for posting those inspiring pictures. What is the size of the frame and what is the length of the stem? How is the Nitto Campee works with Berthoud panniers. I´m curios to know because I´m in the porocess of building my dream touring bike in same tradition. Regards Carl