[RBW] Re: Going from 2x9 to 3x9 - FD Selection

2024-07-10 Thread Dennis Wong
Hi Bill, After writing that note I started thinking the same thing - what exactly is the problem I am trying to solve. (Other than becoming obsessed with tinkering and "upgrading.") In my mind I was thinking that I want to expand the range of the 9 speed. On the big chainring, I find that

[RBW] Going from 2x9 to 3x9 - FD Selection

2024-07-08 Thread Dennis Wong
Hello, I currently have a 2x9 with a 26/38 crank (Silver brand) and a 11/34 cassette on my Rivendell Clem Smith Jr - H. I want to add a third/outer chainring (maybe a 44 or 46), which can be done by replacing the Silver bashguard with an outer chainring. I am shopping for a replacement

Re: [RBW] WTB 650B Dynamo Wheel & Question About Alex Rims

2024-03-02 Thread Dennis Wong
ieties to enumerate here but which commonly refers to the >>> most common mountain bike wheel 20 and 30 years ago with a 559 mm bsd. >>> >>> DM 18? I don't know but I'd guess that 18 mm is the inner width of the >>> rim. Others can correct as necessary. &

[RBW] Re: Recomendations For Cycling-Specific Vehicle

2018-09-25 Thread Dennis Hogan
-24mph and have almost 140,000 miles without any major repairs. Dennis in PDX On Tuesday, September 25, 2018 at 4:07:48 PM UTC-7, PG wrote: > > Question for the RBW brain trust... > > If you were going to buy a vehicle for the primary purpose of transporting > a bike -- and I'm onl

[RBW] Upright bars and romulus

2018-08-29 Thread Dennis Caron
Hello, I’m curious if anyone has installed upright bars on a Romulus. I have one that I’ve ridden for 15 years but feel I’m getting too old for drop bars. I am also looking at a Clem bike but don’t want to give up quite yet if others have liked switching out their bars on the Romulus.

[RBW] Re: Eat Bacon Don't Jog--Goal set, goal met

2018-03-06 Thread Dennis Hogan
Bill, Thanks for sharingI feel I am in the same boat with higher numbers. This is an inspiration to get on it for me. Dennis in PDX On Tuesday, March 6, 2018 at 1:13:23 PM UTC-8, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > Over the last few years, I've been a reasonably low-carb person. I > genera

Re: [RBW] Leah's Bicycle Bus! (and question)

2017-05-12 Thread Dennis Hogan
WTF!!! how can the police allow the driver to refuse to answer the door ? The driver has committed at least several violations if not felonies. I am so glad you and your son escaped any injury. Dennis in PDX On Thursday, May 11, 2017 at 5:46:55 PM UTC-7, LeahFoy wrote: > > The Bicycle B

[RBW] Re: Walkapillar s240 ride report

2017-03-26 Thread Dennis Hogan
Great account Drew - but I am sorry about the poison oak introduction. As a former californian, I have had some nasty run ins with it. If bad enough cortisone shots and/or cream will help. Dennis now in PDX On Saturday, March 25, 2017 at 6:44:20 PM UTC-7, drew wrote: > > I went out afte

[RBW] Re: FS: Brooks Cambium C17 in Rust

2017-02-20 Thread Dennis Hogan
Hi All - thanks for looking. I have received an offer so the Cambium C17 id sold Dennis in PDX On Sunday, February 19, 2017 at 10:04:06 PM UTC-8, Dennis Hogan wrote: > > Hi all, > > I have a gently used Brooks Cambium C17 in Rust. There are a few marks and > wear spots

[RBW] FS: Brooks Cambium C17 in Rust

2017-02-19 Thread Dennis Hogan
and around a couple rivets where I tried to clean it and also a little freying of the edges on the rear end. Dennis in PDX -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving e

Re: [RBW] The Liftatube fits me perfect

2016-10-31 Thread Dennis Hogan
The Faraday is made by a local company Walnut Studio and can be purchased from them. www.walnutstudiolo.com Same price. Check out their other products. Dennis in PDX -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubs

[RBW] Re: Ride Report-- Mini tour of SW New Mexico and SE Arizona

2016-10-14 Thread Dennis Hogan
Great job John! The pics are wonderful - I've visited the Silver City area and think there may have been some serious climbing but also serious scenery. Dennis in PDX On Thursday, October 13, 2016 at 11:01:02 PM UTC-7, John M wrote: > > > For years I have wanted to make a bike

[RBW] Re: Stolen rivs in seattle

2016-03-26 Thread Dennis Hogan
That sucks! do you have any pics or other details? I understand that sometimes stolen bikes travel to Portland and vise versa. Will keep an eye out Dennis in PDX On Saturday, March 26, 2016 at 4:09:23 PM UTC-7, Michael Ullmer wrote: > > I had my two rivs stolen out of my house last

[RBW] Re: First Rivendell, first ride, first post, New Joe Appaloosa

2016-03-26 Thread Dennis Hogan
That set up looks like a beautiful and functional touring rig! Dennis in PDX On Saturday, March 26, 2016 at 7:04:51 AM UTC-7, 2016_joeApp wrote: > > Got my "Joe" on Wed. built on Fri. Went for a 20 mile ride!. All I can say > is Wow!!! Rides smooth as silk. My ride is a 62 nev

[RBW] Re: FS: Burley Solo Trailer, with Cargo kit

2016-03-15 Thread Dennis Hogan
Hey Bill I would love to buy it if it still avail Dennis in PDX On Tuesday, March 15, 2016 at 10:14:39 AM UTC-7, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > There is a recent thread about infant carrying techniques. If anyone is > looking for the trailer solution, I have a Burley Solo that I would be &g

[RBW] Re: My Joe Appaloosa

2016-03-06 Thread Dennis Hogan
Sweet Ride !! Dennis in PDX On Sunday, March 6, 2016 at 5:06:12 PM UTC-8, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > > <https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-TGknDxbi0EI/VtzT6oovnsI/DJU/5wJn6nZf9Cs/s1600/IMG_0851.JPG> > > > <https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-nnvhcJ2QMqE/VtzT2SEq

[RBW] Re: Rene's Hungapillar: Version 3.0

2016-03-06 Thread Dennis Hogan
Great pics and beautiful build!! Dennis in PDX On Sunday, March 6, 2016 at 12:41:36 PM UTC-8, Brian Campbell wrote: > > I was the proud purchaser of Rene's Hunq frame with the low trail fork. > Already having a 61cm Hilsen, the Hunq was acquired with off-road riding in > mind. I

[RBW] Re: Latest Atlantis update

2016-03-01 Thread Dennis Hogan
Just "WOW!" Dennis in PDX On Tuesday, March 1, 2016 at 6:11:41 PM UTC-8, René wrote: > > Ha ha ha ha! That's right! > > When I had the new low trail fork made, it had to be painted. I debated > for months on what color to have it repainted, but finally realized that &

[RBW] Re: A Mount Tam Experience.

2016-01-13 Thread Dennis Hogan
Awesome recap - I have viewed the pics in previous posts but if anyone hasn't, they are not to be missed. Dennis in PDX On Wednesday, January 13, 2016 at 10:05:56 AM UTC-8, hsmitham wrote: > > This happened. > > http://velocipeedemusings.com/ > > Tail Winds, > > ~

[RBW] Re: Doing a promo on the ACW mugs through the weekend for the coffee outsiders!

2015-11-18 Thread Dennis Hogan
Jinxed, I have both the green and orange mugs and love them - the only caution I would make is that the diameter of the opening is too tight for a Aeropress. Tried it and the press got stuck in the cup. Got it out and still enjoyed my coffee outside but it was a challange. Dennis in PDX

[RBW] Re: Keven

2015-10-20 Thread Dennis Hogan
young kids and needing a different work context - it was a tough choice but one that worked out. Hope it does for Keven as well. Dennis in PDX On Monday, October 19, 2015 at 3:17:16 PM UTC-7, Zack wrote: > > Just read the newsletter, I see that Keven is moving on to different > pastu

[RBW] Re: FS Acorn Rando Bag.

2015-10-15 Thread Dennis Hogan
Hi Hugh, Is it the regular size rando bag or the larger? If the larger, I would be interested. Thx Dennis in PDX On Thursday, October 15, 2015 at 9:02:26 PM UTC-7, hsmitham wrote: > > Just throwing it out there! I have used Acorn Green Rando bag. If'n yer > interested shoot me a priv

Re: [RBW] Re: Compass Knickers

2015-10-04 Thread Dennis Hogan
I followed a similar path and got a pair of "army" (not sure which army) wool pants at good 'ol Andy & Bax in Portland. Heavy duty wool and buttons - took them to a local seamstress and had them converted to knickers - all in they were about $55 - they are very good for the winter but a bit of

[RBW] Homer goes to France to ride Paris Brest Paris - a ride report

2015-09-01 Thread Dennis Hogan
Great description but how do you ride, do controls, eat and sleep and still get the pics? -- 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: Anne on the Great Divide

2015-06-24 Thread Dennis Hogan
Anne Bonne chance and soyez prudent! Dennis in PDX On Wednesday, June 24, 2015 at 11:26:46 AM UTC-7, Anne Paulson wrote: I leave for Banff Saturday, and start toward the Mexican border July 1. In case you feel like following my progress, my GPS breadcrumb trail will be here: https

[RBW] Re: sf-la coast tour thoughts and preparation

2015-05-26 Thread Dennis Hogan
+1 for John's Big Agnes system. I don't have it but wish I did. Am contemplating velcro to attach the bag to the pad but haven't tried the idea yet. Am also a side sleeper and find the bag and pad seem to have a -/+ relationship of mutual attraction leading to sore mornings. Dennis in PDX

[RBW] Re: Visting Portland

2015-05-26 Thread Dennis Hogan
Hey Kurt, Check out the rides at the Portland Wheelman site (PWTC.com). They offer rides every day of the week that go all over PDX at various paces. You'll get a good sense of the area and they almost always include a coffee stop. Dennis in PDX On Tuesday, May 26, 2015 at 9:14:47 AM UTC-7

Re: [RBW] 56cm 650B Toyo Homer for sale on RBW site...

2015-02-05 Thread Dennis Hogan
Huh?? On Thursday, February 5, 2015 at 6:49:14 PM UTC-8, Christopher Chen wrote: Find the thing that makes you happy and do it for the rest of your life I'm rationalizing this by thinking this bike would primarily be ridden by someone else but hey we'll have to see what she says On Thu,

[RBW] Knobbies for 26 Atlantis

2015-01-06 Thread Dennis Hogan
( I know I am fickle). Dennis in PDX -- 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: Wheel Stabilizer or no?

2014-11-21 Thread Dennis Hogan
. The pcs are somewhere on my workbench Dennis in PDX -- 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

[RBW] Re: Water (bottle) Retention

2014-11-04 Thread Dennis Hogan
I use all different bottles but esp in the winter I use stainless steel with cap covers - I ride lots of country roads where they manure the fields so the dust is a bit funky. I like to have a clean spout to drink from. The rattle of the bottles in the cages and the scraping sound when putting

[RBW] Re: Autumn Quickbeam Ride!

2014-09-28 Thread Dennis Hogan
Truly God's Country. Glad to see you are on the mend. Dennis in PDX On Sunday, September 28, 2014 12:33:34 PM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote: I headed out this morning at 7, wheels crunching through the thick frost. I had no idea how far I would go, but had in the back of my mind that I’d ride

[RBW] Re: LED Fender Lights: Spanninga vs. PDW Fenderbot

2014-09-25 Thread Dennis Hogan
to using a zip tie to secure it. It is not cheap and I would hate to lose such an investment. Dennis in PDX On Thursday, September 25, 2014 3:22:10 PM UTC-7, Father of Sam wrote: David, I have an earlier version of this: http://www.lightandmotion.com/choose-your-light/vis-180/vis-180-brown-shugga

[RBW] Re: Sunrace 9 speed 11-36

2014-09-25 Thread Dennis Hogan
Hey Doug, Scroll down and you will see the 11-36 that he referred to. I am running the 12-36 Shimano with a triple and still miss the 11. I am going to try this to see if it helps. Of course I am not only slow but old. Dennis in PDX On Thursday, September 25, 2014 1:03:19 PM UTC-7, dougP wrote

[RBW] Re: Well, Damn

2014-09-06 Thread Dennis Hogan
Dude - that is practically right out of your home. Good thing it wasn't the Chicken. You would probably be the one doing the damageLOL. Really, glad it wasn't any worse. Hope you recover quickly Dennis in PDX On Saturday, September 6, 2014 8:01:26 PM UTC-7, Christopher Chen wrote: My

[RBW] Re: thump thump thump thump

2014-05-08 Thread Dennis Hogan
Lynne, I'd give a call to Jude at SugarWheelWorks (http://www.sugarwheelworks.com/). Her shop is over on Williams in No Po. She'll be able to tell what is going on and she builds beautiful wheels. Dennis in PDX On Wednesday, May 7, 2014 9:41:28 PM UTC-7, Lynne Fitz wrote: my front wheel when

[RBW] Re: Attractive front derailers

2014-05-01 Thread Dennis Hogan
who refreshed my memory as to the correct procedure - something to do with not running the chain before adjusting the hi-lo screws Duh! LOL Regards Dennis in PDX On Thursday, May 1, 2014 9:49:53 AM UTC-7, Jim Bronson wrote: I need to buy a front derailer for my build that's going on. I

[RBW] Re: Attractive front derailers

2014-05-01 Thread Dennis Hogan
P.S. The Claris works fine with a 9-speed cassett Dennis in PDX On Thursday, May 1, 2014 9:49:53 AM UTC-7, Jim Bronson wrote: I need to buy a front derailer for my build that's going on. I was willing to do an ugly derailer in the back because it was already on hand. I'll switch it out

Re: [RBW] New Head-Badge Poster!

2014-04-30 Thread Dennis Hogan
. Dennis in PDX Love the poster! I'm working on a refurbish of a frame and was considering using this business for a head badge. Anybody used them before or have a better suggestion to offer? https://www.etsy.com/listing/158884620/personalized-bicycle-badge-with-custom?ref

[RBW] Re: Pedal Stroke Click

2014-04-23 Thread Dennis Hogan
Well Velcro and rubber are a far sight less messy than grease bearings - glad you've solved the mystery Dennis in PDX -- 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] Re: Pedal Stroke Click

2014-04-22 Thread Dennis Hogan
home the next morning, I tightened the seat clamp and the noise went away. This has happened once since then and the same cure worked. Regards Dennis in PDX -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] Re: Albastache conversion Complete!

2014-04-12 Thread Dennis Hogan
Patrick +1 on the orange tape, twine and hoods - absolutely awesome! How many layers of tape, any padding under? Dennis in PDX On Saturday, April 12, 2014 1:56:09 PM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote: Thanks to you all, your knowledge, suggestions, and various parts the conversion to Albastache

[RBW] Re: Jamboree Ride Recon: 680 Trail

2014-04-08 Thread Dennis Hogan
WhooHoo --- love the flowers - sweet ride ! Dennis in PDX (with rare sun) On Monday, April 7, 2014 9:05:54 PM UTC-7, Manuel Acosta wrote: Fun ride. Eric, Evan, Jeremy and one of the five members of TheBoyzontheHoods Mr.Irving himself. Did a little recon on half the Jamboree route. Great

[RBW] Re: Homer Hilsen on eBay ~ but FYI...

2014-04-03 Thread Dennis Hogan
My 2012 AHH 65 1TT Waterford has two ??!! On Thursday, April 3, 2014 11:53:28 AM UTC-7, Eric wrote: My Waterford had three... On Thursday, April 3, 2014 1:39:45 PM UTC-5, Eric wrote: Good looking Homer on eBay but I didn't see 3 water bottle mounts so I emailed the seller and he confirmed

Re: [RBW] Re: Barlow Pass - using it, liking it

2014-04-02 Thread Dennis Hogan
Hi All, I just switched out my last favorite rubber: Continental Cyclecross Speed 700-42C's that I bot from Riv last year --- great ride and good for both smooth and gravel as well as mud and freezing surfaces (actually measured 38mm on Mavic A319 rims at approx 60 lbs pressure). I now am

[RBW] Re: Will a Hilsen fit the Rock N Road Tires?

2014-02-07 Thread Dennis Hogan
They fit my Oct 2013 AHH fine without fenders but with the SKSLonglows did not have enough clearance for the knobs. I found the SKS Velo Cross 55 fenders would work though they certainly don't look as nice -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners

[RBW] Waitin' on my Riv--debating on Drops versus Albatross

2013-11-18 Thread Dennis Hogan
on them) For me they have as many diff hand positions as the GB's and are wider in the drops with still good access to the brakes and bar-end shifters. No matter what the choice. I expect you'll love the ride Dennis in PDX -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

Re: [RBW] Re: Portland: Eastside triple bump tour?

2013-08-28 Thread Dennis Hogan
Chris - the 28th or 29th both work for me. Would love to get in some Rivness Dennis in PDX On Monday, August 26, 2013 11:13:18 PM UTC-7, Christopher Chen wrote: Okay let me rehash this since it's been a few weeks. I'm thinking about taking a tour in September so I have two free Saturdays: 9

[RBW] 56cm Romulus FS at Sellwood Cycles

2013-08-25 Thread Dennis Hogan
Hi All - I was handing out flyers for the Hood River Harvest ride and saw this Riv Romulus for sale at Sellwood Cycles in Portland OR. Don't know anything about the bike or its history - it is on consignment. See it at this website: http://sellwoodcycle.com/used_bikes/road/ Regards Dennis

[RBW] Re: Welcome to Portland, Zack

2013-08-11 Thread Dennis Hogan
Hi Zack, welcome to the Rose City -- you cannot get a better introduction to the city than by the two-wheeled fun ambassadors: Andy(Smitty) Chris - just watch out for rides in the West Hill and stairways;-) Dennis in PDX On Saturday, August 10, 2013 5:47:39 PM UTC-7, Zack wrote

[RBW] Re: Long can be good, too

2013-08-05 Thread Dennis Hogan
Brian - congrats on your first 300K - you are no longer a 300K virgin in the immortal words of Peg W. of SIR - at least that's what she told me after I did the Hot Springs 300K a few weeks ago with her and Narayan (sp) a fellow SIR. Your pics are great. Dennis in PDZ On Sunday, August 4, 2013

Re: [RBW] Re: Thin Gripsters are cool

2013-07-29 Thread Dennis Hogan
I think you might be referring to the VP Vice - it has a longer spindle and no flats - see Rob at Ocean Air's comments in previous post in this thread. Dennis in PDX On Saturday, July 27, 2013 5:38:25 PM UTC-7, EricP wrote: I do believe there is a version of the Thin Gripster without

[RBW] Re: Seattle to Portland is in 3 weeks.

2013-06-26 Thread Dennis Hogan
I'm in - will be riding my 65cm AHH - Sherwood Forest Green. Green Acorn bags fore and aft. I am aiming for the one day ride with options for several naps and food stops. Dennis in PDX On Sunday

Re: [RBW] Re: Actual Tire Sizes

2013-06-05 Thread Dennis Hogan
loved but could not solve the fender problem so they found a home with another list member. Hope this is helpful - Dennis in PDX On Tuesday, June 4, 2013 7:43:37 AM UTC-7, Tom Harrop wrote: Don't know if I'm helping or hindering here, but Continental has a 42 mm 'cyclocross' tyre with some

[RBW] Re: Association of Caffeinated Wheelmen store NOW OPEN.

2013-05-30 Thread Dennis Hogan
Order inthanks for doing this. Bikes coffee, esp. here in Portland, what a great combo! Dennis in PDX On Thursday, May 30, 2013 9:30:30 AM UTC-7, jinxed wrote: OK...it took me a bit to learn the ropes of setting up and running a store...but I think it's a go. Some additional items

[RBW] Re: Eight Days Around Eastern Oregon

2013-04-30 Thread Dennis Hogan
Sweet Ride Smitty and as always, great pics - you guys looked a bit bundled up in many pics - what was the temp? Also how did your AHH handle the load? Dennis in PDX On Monday, April 29, 2013 2:36:05 PM UTC-7, Andy Smitty Schmidt wrote: Had a fun little adventure tooling around eastern oregon

[RBW] Homer Hilsen in the hills - a ride report

2013-04-02 Thread Dennis Hogan
Thanks for the amazing description of your ride. I DNF a 200k last spring and know how hard it is to keep going in adverse conditions. Bravo! Dennis in PDX -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group

[RBW] Will a Hilsen fit the Rock N Road Tires?

2013-03-29 Thread Dennis Hogan
My AHH fit the RR's without fenders. The ride was amazing on road and gravel. Unfortunately, I am in Portland and could not fit fenders with them. They were sold to a list member. I am currently running Continental Cyclecross 42 that Riv stocked at one time and they work with SLS Urban Cross

[RBW] Re: Will a Hilsen fit the Rock N Road Tires?

2013-03-29 Thread Dennis Hogan
On Friday, March 29, 2013 4:31:55 AM UTC-7, Dennis Hogan wrote: My AHH fit the RR's without fenders. The ride was amazing on road and gravel. Unfortunately, I am in Portland and could not fit fenders with them. They were sold to a list member. I am currently running Continental

[RBW] Re: Eastern OR/Columbia Gorge Riv Ride?

2013-03-12 Thread Dennis Hogan
Oh man! This would be awesome but I am out of town - I'll be there in spirit but not in pedal. Dennis in PDX On Monday, March 11, 2013 1:44:28 PM UTC-7, Andy Smitty Schmidt wrote: From the comments in my other post about riding in the area just east of the Columbia River Gorge, it sounds

[RBW] Re: Eastern Oregon Teaser

2013-03-10 Thread Dennis Hogan
on my AHH. Dennis in PDX On Sunday, March 10, 2013 12:40:36 AM UTC-8, Andy Smitty Schmidt wrote: *Tommy and I were lured to lands east of the Cascades by The Dalles Mountain 60 (it's not a race, not an event, just a bike ride, 60 miles of mixed surface riding over hilly terrain). When we got

[RBW] Re: First Dixie Mtn ride of 2013.

2013-02-21 Thread Dennis Hogan
Hey Smitty - keep me in the loop. It sounds like a great ride. Thx Dennis in PDX On Thursday, February 21, 2013 5:02:24 PM UTC-8, Andy Smitty Schmidt wrote: The date Mike and I are looking at is March 2nd. Contact one of us off-list to be kept in the loop. --Smitty On Thursday, February

[RBW] Foss tubes

2013-01-25 Thread Dennis Hogan
moderate inflation - very frustrating. Dennis in PDX -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch

[RBW] Re: 1st Ride Report

2013-01-21 Thread Dennis Hogan
Hi Tommy- It wasn't till I saw the Burnside Bridge that I realized it was *YOUR Bombadi*l! That was a quick build and a beautiful one. Love the handlebar tape. Ride safely! You'll never go wrong listening to Smitty Manny. Dennis in PDX On Saturday, January 19, 2013 4:45:54 PM UTC-8

[RBW] Re: Portland Rides in March/April?

2013-01-21 Thread Dennis Hogan
+1 on the OR Randonneurs, a very nice group of riders, several Riv riders - for club rides, the Portland Wheelman have daily rides of varying distance and difficulty. Check their website at: pwtc.com. Look for the rides tab. Dennis in PDX On Saturday, January 19, 2013 9:11:13 AM UTC-8, Eric

[RBW] Re: My Riv AllRounder

2013-01-09 Thread Dennis Hogan
Addison, Great pics and a great history of your bike. I can only wonder what changes the future will bring. Gotta love GP for his do-all versatile and beautiful designs. Dennis in PDX On Tuesday, January 8, 2013 5:43:41 AM UTC-8, Addison wrote: I was reminiscing about all the fun I've had

[RBW] Re: New Years Day PDX Ride?

2013-01-03 Thread Dennis Hogan
Hi Smitty - Here are my few pics from the ride - I tried to caption them but do not think it took. http://www.flickr.com/photos/dhoganahh/sets/72157632418993582/show/ BTW, Happy Birthday Dennis in PDX On Tuesday, January 1, 2013 10:16:25 PM UTC-8, Andy Smitty Schmidt wrote: 13 folks

Re: [RBW] New Years Day PDX Ride?

2013-01-01 Thread Dennis Hogan
, but I'll be MUSA'd up. Aaron Young Vancouver, WA On Monday, December 31, 2012, Dennis Hogan wrote: See you then - I'll start with the Wheelman and break off to see you at 11 Dennis in PDX On Monday, December 31, 2012 10:24:54 AM UTC-8, Andy Smitty Schmidt wrote: I got confirmation

[RBW] Re: New Years Day PDX Ride?

2012-12-31 Thread Dennis Hogan
See you then - I'll start with the Wheelman and break off to see you at 11 Dennis in PDX On Monday, December 31, 2012 10:24:54 AM UTC-8, Andy Smitty Schmidt wrote: I got confirmation that the taco joint will be open on New Year's Day. The dining room is out of sight of the bikes, so a lock

[RBW] Re: New Years Day PDX Ride?

2012-12-29 Thread Dennis Hogan
Smitty - this sounds good - I'll try to round up a neighbor or two as well Dennis in PDX On Friday, December 28, 2012 8:58:49 AM UTC-8, Andy Smitty Schmidt wrote: Well kids, The weather forecast for Jan 1 is looking pretty good, so I say we should do a PDX Riv ride. Here's what I have in mind

[RBW] Re: New Years Day PDX Ride?

2012-12-24 Thread Dennis Hogan
Hey Smitty - I like the idea as long as it is not too early or too wet. I usually do the BTA or Wheelman ride which starts at 10am down on Naito Parkway by the battleship memorial. It could be a starting point for a Riv ride to more interesting spots. Dennis in PDX On Sunday, December 23

[RBW] Anybody have great (or lousy) experience with waterproof iPhone5 mounts on your Riv? I need ones to investigate (and ones to avoid)

2012-12-19 Thread Dennis Hogan
as a cyclometer Dennis in PDX -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/pjMvvcbbdXkJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch

[RBW] Re: Cygolite mounting questions

2012-11-06 Thread Dennis Hogan
+1 on both solutions - I use the Pauls for my rear lights Dennis in PDX On Monday, November 5, 2012 10:22:02 AM UTC-8, Stephen S wrote: Which part of the fork do you want to attach to? Paul's Gino mount works well on attaching to a braze on the fork. http://www.paulcomp.com

[RBW] Re: Yellow leaves, wet bridges and sauerkraut

2012-11-04 Thread Dennis Hogan
way back to OR and there were Tommy Manny. Small world !!! http://www.flickr.com/photos/dhoganahh/sets/72157631930683075/ (Hope this works as it is my first effort) Dennis in PDX On Sunday, November 4, 2012 9:51:20 AM UTC-8, Andy Smitty Schmidt wrote: List member and fellow 65cm Homer owner

[RBW] Re: New/old magnets at Rivendell

2012-11-01 Thread Dennis Hogan
Thanks Joe for the heads-up - those are great - have placed the order (plus a few other items to amortize the shipping cost ;-) ) Dennis in PDX On Thursday, November 1, 2012 6:19:37 PM UTC-7, Joe Bernard wrote: Well..I didn't expect to see *these *again. New Rivendell and Baggins Bags

[RBW] Re: Minoura seatpost grabber

2012-09-26 Thread Dennis
+1- Thanks for the heads up. I've never seen one and it is a perfect solution for a quick fix. Dennis in PDX On Tuesday, September 25, 2012 4:44:26 AM UTC-7, Leslie wrote: http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/tl022.htm I already had a bike stand; but when I saw the Minoura stand that RBW has

[RBW] Re: Sam appreciation and envy at STP

2012-07-17 Thread Dennis
I worked the finish from 10AM to 7PM and only spotted one blue AHH (tried to talk to the rider but he was busy with family group photos). I knew there had to be more Riv's but was sad to miss them On Monday, July 16, 2012 6:20:23 PM UTC-7, Scot Brooks wrote: Living through this last

[RBW] Re: Portland Riv-ish Ride

2012-06-14 Thread Dennis
Hi all I will be in the Dalles Sat for the Gorge Ride but am planning to meet the Riv-ish ride on Sun. Would love to do any other Riv rides in PDX whenever- let me know Hogan46 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this

[RBW] Re: another nice ride on the ship canal

2012-06-09 Thread Dennis
Thanks for the pics, Brian. BTW beautiful AHH. I did a ride with Cascade when visiting SEA in the fall and we covered most of the same route. Great memories hogan46 On Jun 9, 1:11 am, Brian Hanson stone...@gmail.com wrote: This time with Homer... http://flic.kr/s/aHsjzUiqCw Brian Seattle,

[RBW] Re: First 200k

2012-03-21 Thread Dennis
Thanks for the report pics, Brian. It sounds like the weather was a challenge for your first 200km - congrats well done. DennisH On Mar 20, 5:49 pm, Brian Hanson stone...@gmail.com wrote: I bailed on the Brewpub Populaire in Oregon to do my first 200k this past Saturday in Bellingham, WA.  It

[RBW] Re: Aussie tights? Alternatives?

2012-02-20 Thread Dennis
I have the aussies in size M and I have found them quite comfortable - Usually I wear then over padded bike shorts with a MEC bike knicker over them. I have been comfortable in a range of 28 to 50 degrees in sometimes sunny Portland OR. They are neither too tight or too loose - they don't bag at

[RBW] Re: Last of its kind.

2012-02-04 Thread Dennis
Sweet rides, David. Love the rear fender and the reflective bits on the Surley DennisH On Jan 28, 4:34 pm, David T. davidtren...@hotmail.com wrote: This is my new 66 cm Atlantis, I got the frame from Mountain Sports in Virginia. They were nice people to deal with, thanks Steve. I have been

[RBW] Re: Brief Weather Respite, Ride, Good Luck in Italy, True Story

2012-01-25 Thread Dennis
Ryan, I guess your pre-owned bag is now really broken in ;-) DennisH On Jan 23, 10:48 am, Ryan Ray ryanr...@gmail.com wrote: Saturday I had a ride to Vashon on the calendar. The Thursday before, SNOWPOCALYPSE descended upon the PNW and the ride was cancelled. I had just received a few bike

[RBW] Re: B-17 vs Flyer

2011-10-07 Thread Dennis
for that though. I love the firm leather and did not really experience any breakin-period though I did give it the proofride treatment top and bottom initially. However, I am looking to experiment with a B17 on the AHH when it arrives. FWIW Dennis (hoping for good news from RIV soon) Hogan On Oct 7, 6

[RBW] Looking for Hilsen Owners in PDX

2011-06-16 Thread Dennis
Hi, I am new to the list (per Mark's suggestion @ Riv). I am in discussions about getting a 65cm Hilsen and wonder if there are any owners in the Portland area that would let me check out their bikes and ask a few questions. Please respond off list if appropriate Thanks Dennis -- You received