[RBW] FS: Velocity-built 650B Cliffhanger wheelset

2021-07-08 Thread Ian Dickson
Asking $250 shipped. International shipping proved too expensive, so these are available again. This is the set that Riv sells -- silver Cliffs, silver Deore hubs. Maybe a thousand miles on them, mostly on road, never in the rain. Lots of life left. I threw a set of used 650Bx48 tubeless ready

[RBW] Re: FS: 56cm Atlantis MIT (650B)

2021-07-07 Thread Ian Dickson
UTC-6 max.c@gmail.com wrote: > Do you have the geometry for this year? Mostly interested in what the > appropriate PBH range is. Thanks! > > On Tuesday, July 6, 2021 at 11:12:44 PM UTC-5 Ian Dickson wrote: > >> Wheels are sold. I might have a buyer for the frame, bu

[RBW] Re: FS: 56cm Atlantis MIT (650B)

2021-07-07 Thread Ian Dickson
The Atlantis is sold. On Tuesday, July 6, 2021 at 10:12:44 PM UTC-6 Ian Dickson wrote: > Wheels are sold. I might have a buyer for the frame, but not totally sure > yet. > > On Tuesday, July 6, 2021 at 12:46:18 AM UTC-6 Ian Dickson wrote: > >> Sale is pending on the w

[RBW] Re: FS: 56cm Atlantis MIT (650B)

2021-07-06 Thread Ian Dickson
Wheels are sold. I might have a buyer for the frame, but not totally sure yet. On Tuesday, July 6, 2021 at 12:46:18 AM UTC-6 Ian Dickson wrote: > Sale is pending on the wheels. That was quick. > > On Tuesday, July 6, 2021 at 12:26:19 AM UTC-6 Ian Dickson wrote: > >> I

[RBW] Re: FS: 56cm Atlantis MIT (650B)

2021-07-05 Thread Ian Dickson
Sale is pending on the wheels. That was quick. On Tuesday, July 6, 2021 at 12:26:19 AM UTC-6 Ian Dickson wrote: > I'm selling my Atlantis. Frame, fork and headset, $1100 plus actual cost > of shipping via bikeflights. I rode this quite a bit, mostly on the road, > until I got

[RBW] Re: cold weather winter riding tips

2020-11-21 Thread Ian Dickson
I used to live in Fairbanks, and it’s not hard to dress for anything down to about -20. If it’s in the 30s, you don’t need much. Light fleece gloves, helmet liner, fleece vest does it for me. You want to feel a bit cold when you start out. If it’s much colder than that, sporthill makes nice stuf

Re: [RBW] Re: In praise of Schwalbe Marathon Supreme 26X 2.00

2020-11-21 Thread Ian Dickson
Yeah, I feel life these tires get overlooked a bit. I have the 700x40s on my Sam. They’re fast enough, they’re nice and round, and I just don’t even think about flats. On Friday, November 20, 2020 at 6:04:52 PM UTC-7 ed wrote: > Thanks Jim for the feedback on the Supreme. > I also used the old

[RBW] Re: New faceplate stems by Nitto

2020-09-10 Thread Ian Dickson
I've been wanting a 0º stem for my Atlantis. I think 17º is the only thing that looks good with a horizontal top tube, but I think it looks weird and bad with a sloping top tube. I think these will look good. On Thursday, September 10, 2020 at 8:06:07 PM UTC-6 Mike K. wrote: > I know Velo-orang

[RBW] Re: FS: 1 pair of Rat Trap Pass tires & 1 pair of 700x40 Marathon Supreme TLE

2020-07-12 Thread Ian Dickson
Rat Trap Pass tires are sold! On Sunday, July 12, 2020 at 8:51:12 PM UTC-6, Ian Dickson wrote: > > RTP: $100 shipped. These have maybe 50 miles on them -- I found them too > bouncy on pavement no matter how I set the pressure. In nice shape, no > flats. > Marathon Supreme: $100

[RBW] FS: 1 pair of Rat Trap Pass tires & 1 pair of 700x40 Marathon Supreme TLE

2020-07-12 Thread Ian Dickson
RTP: $100 shipped. These have maybe 50 miles on them -- I found them too bouncy on pavement no matter how I set the pressure. In nice shape, no flats. Marathon Supreme: $100 shipped. These have been mounted but never ridden. Tubeless version. I prefer USPS, but let me know your preferences for

Re: [RBW] daily post ur riv

2020-03-22 Thread Ian Dickson
hoto of my favorite Riv, but I guess that the 649th time would > be pushing things a bit too far. Just had a good acequia dirt ride on the > Matthews, though > > > On Sat, Mar 21, 2020 at 7:44 PM Ian Dickson > wrote: > > > > > > I'm a state public health

[RBW] Re: 1x drivetrain question

2020-03-22 Thread Ian Dickson
Do you remember what spindle length you're running with the Mjolnir? I couldn't find any info about that. On Sunday, March 22, 2020 at 12:00:30 PM UTC-6, Drw wrote: > > I just finished a ride on my 1x kid hauling riv. I used a IRD mjolnir > crank, shimano bar end on paul thumbie, and sunrace 11

[RBW] Re: daily post ur riv

2020-03-21 Thread Ian Dickson
e quality. Relaxing but not sluggish. On Saturday, March 21, 2020 at 7:16:17 PM UTC-6, Chris L wrote: > > Nice bike! > > How would you compare the ride of your Atlantis to the ride of the > Hunqapillar? > > > > On Saturday, March 21, 2020 at 7:44:17 PM UTC-5, Ian Di

Re: [RBW] Re: Vaughn's custom for sale

2020-02-29 Thread Ian Dickson
Once Rivendell sent me a 700c frame with a 26" fork in it. Could that mistake happen anywhere? Yeah, probably. I called them, a person picked up the phone, I got a mortified apology, had a nice conversation, and they express-shipped me the right fork. Does that happen everywhere? No. It's nice

[RBW] Re: Riv, brakes and super esoterica

2020-02-27 Thread Ian Dickson
The screws are not necessary. I just unscrew them and throw them away. On Thursday, February 27, 2020 at 9:44:25 AM UTC-7, Tom Wyland wrote: > > I had this same question, so thank you! > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To un

Re: [RBW] Appaloosa Presale

2020-02-26 Thread Ian Dickson
As of an hour ago, I have a brand new 54cm blue Appaloosa frame sitting in my apartment. It looks great. That orange is nice, but the blue is weirdly soothing to look at, so that's what I got. I'll post photos after I build it up. If anyone has any questions about these, let me know. On Tuesday

[RBW] Re: WTB/WTT Albatross Bars

2020-02-24 Thread Ian Dickson
I do, but they're 31.8, which is almost surely not what you want. On Monday, February 24, 2020 at 7:42:54 AM UTC-7, David Baldi wrote: > > Hi all, > > Any one have Albas kicking around? Cromo or HT Alu. > > Thanks! > David > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: Advice Needed: Best Remedy for a Slipping Hunqapillar Seatpost

2020-02-19 Thread Ian Dickson
I agree with Spencer that the hanger is the first thing I'd work on, whether replacing or modifying it. On Wednesday, February 19, 2020 at 8:36:11 AM UTC-7, spencer robinson wrote: > > One really nice feature that I admire on Rivendell frames is that the > "pinch" bolt for the Seat post is just

[RBW] Re: RTP's FS

2020-02-16 Thread Ian Dickson
If these go to the other buyer, Jim, I have a little-used pair I can sell you. Busy today, but I'll try to pull them out later. I found them too bouncy on pavement and got sick of fiddling with the pressure. I think they're in perfect shape but need to look at them. On Sunday, February 16, 2020

[RBW] Re: Tire Recommendations for an All-Rounder

2020-02-12 Thread Ian Dickson
Did the All-Rounder take 26" tires? On Wednesday, February 12, 2020 at 5:31:43 PM UTC-7, Kevin Lindsey wrote: > > Greetings. > I just purchased a 1999-ish All-Rounder frame and am currently pulling > together the parts to build it up. I'd appreciate any recommendations on > the type of tires I

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 1985 21" Bridgestone MB-2, XT/XTR build

2020-02-11 Thread Ian Dickson
Well, I went for the Appaloosa instead, but this is a great bike and someone should buy it. On Tuesday, February 11, 2020 at 6:27:23 PM UTC-7, esoterica etc wrote: > > > Joe— I totally agree with you. My Atlantis is a thing of beauty to look at > and ride, but these early MB’s have a great time

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 1985 21" Bridgestone MB-2, XT/XTR build

2020-02-10 Thread Ian Dickson
Yes, there's no feeling quite like having a bike stolen! The first time, I was a bike messenger, it was my only bike, and I still had five packages to deliver. This one did not hurt as much as that did. If you did all that work two years ago, I'm sure it's fine. I'll get back to you (if you sti

[RBW] Re: FS: 1985 21" Bridgestone MB-2, XT/XTR build

2020-02-10 Thread Ian Dickson
I'm considering this. Last month somebody stole my early-80s Trek 850, which was a phenomenal bike with similar geometry. Do you know if any of the parts (bottom bracket cups, seatpost, etc.) are seized up in the frame? On Sunday, February 9, 2020 at 1:23:40 PM UTC-7, esoterica etc wrote: > > Ho

[RBW] Re: WTB 55 Canti Sam (trade???)

2020-02-04 Thread Ian Dickson
I've been keeping an eye out for the same thing. Has anyone heard if there's a new batch of Sams in the works? On Tuesday, February 4, 2020 at 6:25:54 PM UTC-7, Andrew Huston wrote: > > Really like to see if I can find a 55 Canti Sam. Ideally in excellent > shape. I would be interested in tradin

Re: [RBW] Re: Thinking about cycling for me in the future....

2020-02-03 Thread Ian Dickson
I was just telling my girlfriend about how, when I was a bike messenger many years ago, I got hit by cars several times and always bounced up and kept riding. I'm almost 50 now, and there are people who depend on me. I do still ride in the city, but I'm a lot more judicious about where and how I

[RBW] Re: FS: 54cm grey/orange, early adopter Hunqapillar frame and fork (w/original headset)

2019-01-07 Thread Ian Dickson
SOLD. That was quick. On Monday, January 7, 2019 at 4:07:57 PM UTC-7, Ian Dickson wrote: > > [image: _7500434.jpg] > $1200. I'll pay shipping from Denver to any US address. > > This frame is from the first batch of Hunqapillars. I love this bike and > got a ton of use ou

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 54cm grey/orange, early adopter Hunqapillar frame and fork (w/original headset)

2019-01-07 Thread Ian Dickson
Yes, paypal is fine. I think you should be able to send me money at this email address (iandicks...@gmail.com). On Mon, Jan 7, 2019 at 5:05 PM Chris L wrote: > Will you take Paypal? > > On Mon, Jan 7, 2019 at 6:03 PM Ian Dickson wrote: > >> You're first, by one

[RBW] Re: FS: 54cm grey/orange, early adopter Hunqapillar frame and fork (w/original headset)

2019-01-07 Thread Ian Dickson
I have two interested people already. I'll update this once I know for sure if it's sold or not. On Monday, January 7, 2019 at 4:07:57 PM UTC-7, Ian Dickson wrote: > > [image: _7500434.jpg] > $1200. I'll pay shipping from Denver to any US address. > > This fr

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 54cm grey/orange, early adopter Hunqapillar frame and fork (w/original headset)

2019-01-07 Thread Ian Dickson
You're first, by one minute. Do you have any questions about it? On Mon, Jan 7, 2019 at 4:41 PM Chris L wrote: > I'm interested if it's not spoken for yet. > > > On Monday, January 7, 2019 at 5:07:57 PM UTC-6, Ian Dickson wrote: >> >> [image: _750043

[RBW] Re: Hunqapillar: crotch-worried

2011-12-17 Thread Ian Dickson
I'm 5'11" and also have an 87 PBH, and Rich strongly recommended that I get the 54. I love it, though I'm pretty sure I could have set up a 58 so I'd love that, too. Do you know what kind of bars you plan to use? If you want to use Albatross bars or something like that, I'd go for the 58. With d

[RBW] Re: Winter Cycling Wear!

2011-11-11 Thread Ian Dickson
For context, I live in Fairbanks, Alaska. We've already had temperatures down to -10 this year, and I'll ride down to -20 or -30. Pants and tops are the easy part. Down to zero or a bit lower, I'm comfortable in a Sport Hill jacket and a single, medium-weight long-sleeved merino wool shirt. It

[RBW] Re: Non-Aero brake levers for moustache bars

2011-10-23 Thread Ian Dickson
I've used DiaCompe 204's on mustache bars with Tektro 720's on a couple of different bikes. Inexpensive, works great, and the quick release on the levers is handy. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on

[RBW] Re: Pretty nice looking Hunqa-rack

2011-10-21 Thread Ian Dickson
There's something oddly familiar about that rack... http://www.flickr.com/photos/54529677@N07/5049297963/in/photostream -- 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/ms

[RBW] Re: FS: 49cm 650b Bleriot ~ Stock Riv Build

2011-08-30 Thread Ian Dickson
It's probably too big for my wife, but can you tell me how tall your wife is, and how well the bike fit her with the Albatross bars? Thanks. -- 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://g

[RBW] Re: why do people like front rando bags?

2011-08-26 Thread Ian Dickson
Like everyone else, I like the convenience of having the bag right in front of me. I can get into the bag while I'm riding, but it's also great when I'm stopped. It's especially handy for getting a camera out quickly. Also, I think the rectangular shape allows a more efficient use of space, so a

Re: [RBW] Re: TRP RRL brake levers okay for smaller hands?

2011-07-21 Thread Ian Dickson
Yes, they are plastic. I have not crashed on them, yet. I think they'll survive, but stay tuned. -- 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/-/mR

[RBW] Re: TRP RRL brake levers okay for smaller hands?

2011-07-20 Thread Ian Dickson
My hands are medium, and the TRP levers work well for me. If you've ever used the Tiagra levers, the TRP might be a bit easier for you. Having the levers slant to the outside helps, especially in the drops. There's also more leeway for setting them up with slack because the slanty levers won't

[RBW] Re: Hunqapillar or Atlantis or....?

2011-07-06 Thread Ian Dickson
Happy owner of a 54cm Hunqapillar, here. The only reason I did not get an Atlantis is that I needed larger tire clearances. Either bike is sturdy enough for any reasonable use, and I like the more classic looks of the Atlantis. My Hunq is a nice looking bike, but it's also a strange looking bik

[RBW] Re: WTB - 22t 74bcd inner for TA Zephyr

2011-06-17 Thread Ian Dickson
The 22t is a 56 bcd ring, which nobody makes anymore. The Zephyr has two sets of holes for the granny, the outer being 74 and the inner 56. You might find some of the salsa 22T rings that have holes for 56 and 58 bcd. Also, old Suntour Microdrive cranks used 56 bcd inners. I think the grannies were

[RBW] Re: Bikoo?

2011-06-10 Thread Ian Dickson
One way to speed these things up would be to not send in 40 entries. On Jun 10, 8:45 am, William wrote: > A Rivendell project with less than 110% follow-through?  Unthinkable! > > :) > > I sent in about 40 of them, but I'm not holding my breath.  I will be > pleased to see closure on it, even if

[RBW] Re: which pedals are these?

2011-05-05 Thread Ian Dickson
I think these are the ones: http://store.somafab.com/mkstolipe.html MKS Touring Lite. On May 5, 5:48 pm, Lemon wrote: > at the 02:47 mark, you catch a glimpse of the pedals on the ahh shown > in this riv video on fender installation (very cool vid, btw).  anyone > know which pedals they are?  f

[RBW] Re: Bismarck, North Dakota

2011-03-08 Thread Ian Dickson
First of all, you're going to need one of these: http://lh4.ggpht.com/_L3XycftDXGg/SIfFj_o99cI/Bp4/UlmF1OQGf2I/P1010158.JPG (When is Rivendell going to get into the snow bike business, anyway?) On Mar 8, 7:56 am, cm wrote: > I recently moved from Tucson to Bismarck and was wondering if

[RBW] Re: Registration of bicycles in New York State

2011-03-01 Thread Ian Dickson
Whoa! When did this list turn into rec.bicycles.tech? On Mar 1, 7:52 am, Keith Andrews wrote: > Perhaps a bit off topic, but not to those of us in the great state of New > York. > I have lived in the so called "great state" for all but five years of my life > so > I have paid for the right to

[RBW] Re: On shipping bike parts to our two finest states

2011-02-18 Thread Ian Dickson
in their shipping charges. But > for a few years now, zones are part of the pricing. > > On 2/18/11 3:29 PM, Ian Dickson wrote: > > > For small things like derailleurs, cranks, jerseys and such, > > shipping to Alaska and Hawaii by USPS will be the same cost and same >

[RBW] On shipping bike parts to our two finest states

2011-02-18 Thread Ian Dickson
I've been meaning to say this for a while--not picking on, say, Dave Hallerman specifically. When I see someone specify "shipping to CONUS," I usually don't get in touch with them even if I want the item. For small things like derailleurs, cranks, jerseys and such, shipping to Alaska and Hawaii b

[RBW] Re: Supremes for mild off-road (non-pavement)

2011-02-02 Thread Ian Dickson
I'm going to offer some dissent, here. Supremes are good off road when the surface is dry. They slip a lot on mud. I'm not just talking about skidding and such, I'm talking about your rear wheel spinning impotently as you try to climb a steep, muddy hill. The Duremes offer much better traction

[RBW] Re: Hunqapillar mushing trail ride

2011-01-30 Thread Ian Dickson
n Jan 30, 12:02 pm, grrlyrida wrote: > On Jan 29, 11:43 pm, Ian Dickson wrote: > > > Thanks, Ryan.  I love this kind of riding, when it isn't too cold. > > One day I'll get a proper snow bike, but the Hunqapillar has been > > great this winter. > > It looks l

[RBW] Re: Hunqapillar mushing trail ride

2011-01-29 Thread Ian Dickson
Thanks, Ryan. I love this kind of riding, when it isn't too cold. One day I'll get a proper snow bike, but the Hunqapillar has been great this winter. On Jan 29, 8:50 pm, rcnute wrote: > That looks F-U-N!  Nice job on the bike too. > > Ryan > > On Jan 29, 8:

[RBW] Hunqapillar mushing trail ride

2011-01-29 Thread Ian Dickson
We're having a nice warm spell in Fairbanks, so I took my Hunqapillar out on the mushing trails for a couple of hours today. It was about 0F, and the trails are well packed and very smooth. I expected to see a ton of people, but only met two dog teams and one snow machine. I'll get out earlier to

[RBW] Re: Hunqapillars?

2010-12-06 Thread Ian Dickson
send her the fork. I don't know what she charges these days, but when I bought mine I thought that she was undercharging, at least relative to production racks like the Tubus. On Dec 6, 12:11 pm, Steve Palincsar wrote: > On Mon, 2010-12-06 at 11:54 -0800, Ian Dickson wrote: > > That r

[RBW] Re: Hunqapillars?

2010-12-06 Thread Ian Dickson
That rack was made by Leah Stargardter. You can probably reach her through her photostream: http://www.flickr.com/photos/26811...@n07/ She built that rack for a different bike, but the eyelets on the Hunq happened to be in the right place. It's my favorite rack ever. -Ian On Dec 6, 10:09 am,

[RBW] Re: Set of 26" Synergy wheels

2010-12-04 Thread Ian Dickson
On the Rivendell website, those are listed for $140 front and $210 rear. They're brand new, so I would start not much lower than that. I'm sorry for your loss. Ian On Dec 4, 11:03 am, Joan Oppel wrote: > This is a request for help pricing a set of Velocity Synergy wheels - for the > family of

[RBW] Re: Hunqapillars?

2010-12-04 Thread Ian Dickson
I ride a 54cm Hunqapillar and my wife rides a LHT. Both are great bikes. I'm glad I got the Hunqapillar. It rides great, and I've never had a beautiful, lugged bike before. I've changed my set-up to moustache bars (which are very mitten-friendly), and I'll post new photos once I have some. Min

[RBW] Re: 2005 Rambouillet Blue 60cm Excellent Cond.

2010-12-02 Thread Ian Dickson
Hey mr.trout, will you take $750? On Dec 2, 6:05 pm, William wrote: > busted! > > On Dec 2, 6:33 pm, pruckelshaus wrote: > > > Ah, the frame that I sold to you several months ago for $250 less.  In > > fact, you even used my photos.  Yes, that's my back yard, resplendent > > in the summ

[RBW] Re: Atlantis fender size

2010-11-28 Thread Ian Dickson
te: > Ian-The idea of trimming fenders worries me.Was it a minor trim? Now > that snow has fallen are you using the duremes? Am wondering if they > are all right in snow. > > On Nov 27, 7:49 pm, Ian Dickson wrote: > > > Before it snowed, I had my Hunqapillar set up with 700

[RBW] Re: Atlantis fender size

2010-11-27 Thread Ian Dickson
I got them from wiggle, but they don't have them in 700x50 right now. Looks like SJS Cycles has them: http://www.sjscycles.co.uk/schwalbe-marathon-dureme-hs410-folding-tyre-700c-%28622%29-prod22132/ For me, they're more suitable than Supremes or Big Apples. Much better traction on loose stuff, w

[RBW] Re: Atlantis fender size

2010-11-27 Thread Ian Dickson
Before it snowed, I had my Hunqapillar set up with 700x50 Duremes with 700x60 Berthoud stainless fenders: http://www.flickr.com/photos/54529...@n07/sets/72157624965806797/ The fenders fit the tires well, but I did have to trim the rear to make it fit between the chainstays. On Nov 27, 10:50 am,

[RBW] Re: What's your winter project?

2010-11-08 Thread Ian Dickson
My winter project is dialing the Hunqapillar in as a winter bike. The 29x2.1 Nokian's have been great. This weekend I swapped out the drops for moustache bars to give me some leverage when I'm fighting the tussocks. So far, so good. The next challenge will come when it gets really cold and cert

[RBW] Re: Hunqapillar Frameset Photos

2010-11-02 Thread Ian Dickson
I don't know if this was the intent, but on mine, I needed to use those high braze-ons for my rack (Tubus Cosmo). Mounted to the lower braze-ons, the rack isn't tall enough to clear the big tires and fenders. I was afraid it would look weird, but it doesn't: http://www.flickr.com/photos/54529...

[RBW] Re: Looking for Small Part for Non-Aero Brake Levers

2010-10-19 Thread Ian Dickson
There's also these, if you want to get fancy: http://store.velo-orange.com/index.php/components/brakes/pads-parts/dia-compe-cable-adjuster-for-gc202-and-dc204-levers.html On Oct 19, 2:44 pm, Greg wrote: > This probably won't make sense to anyone except those who are familiar > with older non-aer

[RBW] Re: Cycling in Northern Winters

2010-10-16 Thread Ian Dickson
I'm lucky (er, "lucky") to live in a place so cold that there's no point salting the roads, so I don't worry about corrosion. I do worry about sharing the road with drivers when the roads are covered with ice or snow (from now till sometime in March). Something about seeing a car in the ditch eve

[RBW] Re: Good bike to ride, after a war.

2010-10-05 Thread Ian Dickson
0:29 am, Chuck wrote: > > > I got so caught up in the thread title thing that I forgot to > > mention... > > > Great pictures of a beautifully built bike, Ian! > > > Chuck > > > On Oct 5, 12:14 pm, Ian Dickson wrote: > > > > Thanks,

[RBW] Re: Good bike to ride, after a war.

2010-10-05 Thread Ian Dickson
Thanks, Paul. The fenders are Berthouds, 700x60mm. Had to trim the rear fender to get it between the chainstays. Hoping the trimmed section will hold up. For the record, I'm declaring myself ineligible for the contest. > On Oct 5, 12:11 am, Paul wrote: > Beautiful pictures, the bike looks fab

[RBW] Re: Good bike to ride, after a war.

2010-10-04 Thread Ian Dickson
Ha! I'm going to declare myself ineligible. On Oct 4, 10:07 pm, grant wrote: > OK now, this makes no sense, is not...I don't know...fair or > responsible or professional...in other words, it's fun. I haven't > followed this thread from the start, but here's the deal: > > First twenty current pai

[RBW] Re: Good bike to ride, after a war.

2010-10-04 Thread Ian Dickson
This bike couldn't twitch if it wanted to. On Oct 4, 5:27 pm, SJB wrote: > How does the bike handle with that short, upright stem? > > Isn't it rather twitchy? > > On Oct 4, 4:48 pm, Ian Dickson wrote: > > > Thanks!  I ride a 58 or 59 road frame.  The 54 Hun

[RBW] Re: Good bike to ride, after a war.

2010-10-04 Thread Ian Dickson
gt; what size bike to you normally ride? Meaning, on a non-expanded frame? > I would be between a 54 and a 58 Hunqa, so I was wondering what size > you are and how it fits. Thanks. Beautiful and tankish bike. >    S. > > On Oct 4, 1:14 pm, Ian Dickson wrote: > > > fulf:  Th

[RBW] Re: Good bike to ride, after a war.

2010-10-04 Thread Ian Dickson
fulf: They have (or had) them in red and orange. I like both. It was a tough choice. The tires are Marathon Duremes, 622x50. So far I like them. Much better traction on wet mud than the Supremes. ghost cassidy: The rack was made by Leah Stargardter. It was a custom job for another bike, bu

[RBW] Re: Good bike to ride, after a war.

2010-10-04 Thread Ian Dickson
> > On Oct 3, 9:07 pm, Rob Harrison wrote: > > > Very nice! > > > Rob in Seattle > > > On Oct 3, 2010, at 8:35 PM, Ian Dickson wrote: > > > > Some photos of my 54cm Hunqapillar, taken today: > > > >http://www.flickr.com/photos/54529...@n07/sets

[RBW] Re: Sneaker Pedals

2010-10-04 Thread Ian Dickson
I would take Ryan's advice and overhaul the pedals. Several times I've had MKS pedals start clicking on me after not too many miles. Your own grease/adjustment job will last a lot longer than the factory job. Also, it's an easy, low-risk maintenance project that's worth doing just to know how. D

[RBW] Good bike to ride, after a war.

2010-10-03 Thread Ian Dickson
Some photos of my 54cm Hunqapillar, taken today: http://www.flickr.com/photos/54529...@n07/sets/72157624965806797/with/5049297963/ -- 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...@googleg

[RBW] Re: You read it here first

2010-09-22 Thread Ian Dickson
Bikesnob loves to ridicule his sponsors. He's never more cruel to Rapha than when he has an event scheduled at their store. It's all good fun. On Sep 22, 10:25 am, Montclair BobbyB wrote: > Funny comment... but BS is forgetting 2 things: > > 1. That it's generally considered bad form to be crit

[RBW] Re: Check this Bombadil!

2010-09-09 Thread Ian Dickson
It really does look great. And now I know who Christina Hendricks is, so on the whole, this was a good visit to the old RBW Owners Bunch. On Sep 9, 8:52 pm, grant wrote: > And FYI, I had a Christina Hendrick-less version of the Bombadil pdf > ready to go if there was any... offense, or umbrage,

[RBW] Re: Dogwalker

2010-09-05 Thread Ian Dickson
> That said, I would never take my dog out, only attached to the bike > but not attached to ME. Even that has its place. Where I live, a lot of people (including, sometimes, my wife) use bikes to exercise sled and skijor dogs in the summer. It's called bikejoring. The dog (sometimes two, usuall

[RBW] Re: Hunqa and SO update on Riv site!

2010-08-27 Thread Ian Dickson
I'm 5'11", I ordered a 54 Hunq, and I'm going to put drops on it. Once I have it, I'll post pictures and take measurements if you like. On Aug 28, 10:43 am, cyclotourist wrote: > I'm intrigued.  For those of you following along at home, I bought a Karate > Monkey on the cheap, but might be persua

[RBW] Re: Want some 700C Hetres or Pari-Motos? Sign up here

2010-08-17 Thread Ian Dickson
I would buy some to try. They would have to prove durable for me to keep buying them, but I'd definitely try at least a set. On Aug 17, 7:13 pm, Earl Grey wrote: > Note, I have absolutely no power to make this happen, but if there are > enough of us who would pre-order such a beast, perhaps some

[RBW] Re: Wanted: very small Rivish/bobish bike (42-45cm seat-tube)

2010-07-26 Thread Ian Dickson
My wife is just shy of 5'2", and she rides a 46cm Surly Long Haul Trucker (they also make it in a 42cm). We commute together over a mix of pavement, gravel, and single track, and the bike does well on all of it. I built it up with very light rims, a Tubus Cargo rack, plastic fenders, and 26x1.6"

[RBW] Re: Let's talk Hunqapillar Builds

2010-06-22 Thread Ian Dickson
Sorry, man. That's classified. On Jun 22, 9:28 am, Ginz wrote: > Is anyone else getting Hunqapillar crazy, yet?  Care to share your > build specs or is that too geeky? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group,

[RBW] Re: RBW HQ visit today. Hunqa news

2010-04-29 Thread Ian Dickson
Riv removed all double top tube pictures from their Hunqapillar page, so I'd take that as hint that the second top tube will change. Thanks for the pictures of the 54. I'm getting one, too. Ian On Apr 29, 1:38 pm, William wrote: > Sorry to double reply.  Keven did say that one more round of >

[RBW] Re: The Insanity of our Times

2010-04-18 Thread Ian Dickson
Strangely enough, now I want some chicken wings. On Apr 18, 11:07 am, Me wrote: > **If this is too far astray for this group... Jim, go ahead and pull > it, but I thought -somehow- it needed posting: perhaps for no other > reason than to purge it from my brain** > > My wife is an RN.  She works i

[RBW] Re: Bombadil @ Tierra Bella 35 mile ride - shellaced bars and creaky sounds...

2010-04-18 Thread Ian Dickson
Metal fenders can creak. If you have direct fender/frame contact (probably between the chainstays), try using a strip of handlebar tape to separate the contact points. I had a creak that was driving me crazy, and this took care of it. On Apr 17, 9:49 pm, Rene Sterental wrote: > Today was the Ti

[RBW] Re: Commuting makes me angry...(might be a little ranty!)

2010-04-13 Thread Ian Dickson
When I was a messenger, it was helpful for me to pretend that cars were just driver-less objects with likely behaviors and conceivable behaviors that I had to be prepared for. Otherwise I'd be furious by lunchtime, and that's no way to live. On Apr 13, 9:51 am, William wrote: > Thank goodness Jo

[RBW] Re: Touring Advice Offered

2010-04-06 Thread Ian Dickson
Thanks for the offer, Dave. What's your advice for getting safe drinking water on remote trips where you can't possibly carry enough and you have to get water from streams? Ian On Apr 6, 9:36 pm, Dave Craig wrote: > It is that time of year again. Many of us have probably started > planning or d

[RBW] Re: Bombadils and short stems

2010-04-06 Thread Ian Dickson
I have a 59cm bike with a 7cm stem on it. It handles beautifully. If a shorter stem might make you more comfortable, try it. On Apr 6, 2:58 pm, happyriding wrote: > I wonder if someone can speak to the concept of using short stems > on big frames to get the reach right.  The Bombadil has a long

[RBW] Re: Diagonapillar

2010-04-05 Thread Ian Dickson
I think it's a waste of energy to get upset about something like this. First, it's a bicycle. Bicycles are fun. Second, if you're upset about it, give it a few days and see if you still feel the same way. It's going to be a nice bike. On Apr 5, 1:50 pm, happyriding wrote: > Just read that mys

[RBW] Re: Something I didn't know about the Atlantis

2010-03-30 Thread Ian Dickson
William, if your wife needs a 47 Atlantis, chances are that the smallest Hillborne won't fit her. I had that conversation with Keven once when I was shopping for a bike for my wife( she's 5'2", with a 73cm pbh). In the end, I got her a 46cm LHT (she was more comfortable with that price range, any

[RBW] Re: Any bike, anywhere?

2010-03-27 Thread Ian Dickson
"Most people still think this kind of riding 'can't be done' on a 'road bike.'" That's an excellent slide show, but I can't help noticing that they're walking their bikes over stuff that Rob's Bleriot could ride, no problem. On Mar 27, 11:15 am, Tim McNamara wrote: > On Mar 27, 2010, at 12:52 PM

[RBW] Re: Where are you and when will you take the fenders off for the dry season?

2010-03-27 Thread Ian Dickson
Fairbanks. I'll put my fenders on when the snow melts in April. -- 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, send email to rbw-owner

[RBW] Re: Hunqageometry

2010-03-25 Thread Ian Dickson
I like the looks, too, which is relief because I pre-ordered a 54 last week. I'm looking forward to seeing the blue and the orange panels, but I might be sold on the red already. Rugged good looks. No opinion on the lug lining. I think it looks nice, but it might look even better without it. I

[RBW] Re: Hunqageometry

2010-03-25 Thread Ian Dickson
The geometry chart is now up on the Rivendell site, at the bottom of the Hunqapillar page. -- 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