[RBW] Another Ghost Shift thread

2011-09-14 Thread Rene Vietto
Hi gang. I've been reading the recent loosening Sliver shifters thread with interest. Mine work fine, for the record... just keep tightening the front dérailleur side. Anyway, my wife runs Dura Ace 9 speed bar-end shifters, mostly in friction mode. I recently changed the chain (about 1/16 long

[RBW] FS Blue 50cm Rambouillet

2011-08-27 Thread Rene
is a pick-up at my house in San Jose, CA. Please contact me off list. Thank you very much. Rene -- 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

[RBW] Test

2011-07-28 Thread Rene Sterental
I've been trying to post twice without success. Rene Sent from my iPhone 4 -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Headset Issue

2011-07-28 Thread Rene Sterental
direction, I'd be appreciative. Rene Sent from my iPhone 4 On Jul 28, 2011, at 6:56 AM, Peter Pesce petepe...@gmail.com wrote: I had a good LBS install a Chris King on my Sam over the winter after the original Tange started feeling wonky. Granted, the Tange was installed by Riv but set-up by me

Re: [RBW] Test

2011-07-28 Thread Rene Sterental
Thanks! I'll try the long post again... Sent from my iPhone 4 On Jul 28, 2011, at 6:46 AM, Lyle Bogart lylebog...@gmail.com wrote: seems to have worked. On 28 July 2011 09:33, Rene Sterental orthie...@gmail.com wrote: I've been trying to post twice without success. Rene Sent from my

Re: [RBW] Re: Test

2011-07-28 Thread Rene Sterental
Jim, Do you mean to say that for now, new threads are better started via the web page for the group instead of e-mailing them in as usual? Thanks, René -- 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] Yesterday evening's commute and new Hunqapillar!

2011-07-28 Thread Rene Sterental
a very nice present! We'll see how it all unfolds, but in the meantime, I'll start building the Hunqapillar up and sometime next week it should be ready. I'll be taking photos and sharing them. René Rene -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners

[RBW] Sackville panniers on my Atlantis

2011-07-28 Thread Rene Sterental
to RBW to take a serious close look at a 58 Hunqa. Don't ask why. Rene Sent from my iPad -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Test

2011-07-28 Thread Rene Sterental
So have I. My long post seems to have gone through. I wonder if the problems are with new posts submitted via e-mail... René On Thu, Jul 28, 2011 at 10:43 AM, Lisa ukulele.l...@mac.com wrote: Thanks, Jim, I tried again on the new site and it seems to have worked -- Lisa -- You received

Re: [RBW] Re: Headset Issue

2011-07-28 Thread Rene Sterental
That was the term... Needle bearing headsets! Does anyone know where they can be found? Thanks Pete! On Thu, Jul 28, 2011 at 7:25 AM, Peter Pesce petepe...@gmail.com wrote: I think Jan Heine once said needle bearing headsets help. I read somewhere that the one he prefers (Miche, I think?)

Re: [RBW] Re: New Google Groups

2011-07-27 Thread Rene Sterental
Neither could I. iPhone or iPad. Sent from my iPhone 4 On Jul 27, 2011, at 11:14 AM, rob markwardt robmar...@hotmail.com wrote: Can anyone get RBW Owner Bunch to load on an I-phone? Not me. On Jul 27, 9:46 am, Joe Bernard joerem...@gmail.com wrote: ...sucks big time. Half the time the page

Re: [RBW] Re: Need your advice -- was thinking of getting a Sam Hillborne for Dad

2011-07-27 Thread Rene Sterental
Here's hoping that this will be my son and I in 20 years!!! Congratulations on what you're doing and like everyone else said, get the Saluki! René -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to

Re: [RBW] Rivendell official bicycle carrying machine

2011-07-26 Thread Rene Sterental
You're a funny guy! Sent from my iPad On Jul 26, 2011, at 3:51 PM, islaysteve alkire...@verizon.net wrote: That's awesome, Patrick. I'd love to have one. What year is it? That's quite a modern-looking window behind the cab. You can keep the smiley faces; Riv sticker's OK. -- You received

Re: [RBW] Re: Saddle Sack Medium w/ Nitto Big Back Rack

2011-07-25 Thread Rene Sterental
on the gravel trail. Everything else is covered with a thin layer of dust during the summer months, although I have to say that the fenders help a lot with the dust as well. Sent from my iPad On Jul 23, 2011, at 3:50 AM, Pondero cj.spin...@gmail.com wrote: Rene, my 650b AHH is a 56, significantly

Re: [RBW] Re: Saddle Sack Medium w/ Nitto Big Back Rack

2011-07-23 Thread Rene Sterental
I tried the QR already and it didn't work for me. Rene Sent from my iPhone 4 On Jul 23, 2011, at 5:37 PM, Joe Bernard joerem...@gmail.com wrote: Hmm, that's a good idea. I had it mounted to a q/r without a rack, and it drooped down in the rear in relation to its seatpost strap because

Re: [RBW] Bombadil Complete!

2011-07-22 Thread Rene Sterental
Just beautiful! On Mon, Jul 18, 2011 at 12:38 PM, Rex Kerr rexk...@gmail.com wrote: Beautiful... makes me want another Riv, even though I've only had mine built up for a week! :-) I love that bottom head lug!! On Sun, Jul 17, 2011 at 11:15 AM, Marty mgie...@mac.com wrote: After a long

Re: [RBW] Re: Saddle Sack Medium w/ Nitto Big Back Rack

2011-07-22 Thread Rene Sterental
are on the bar. The bike doesn't shimmy with the same load on one pannier. Photos will be shared next week. Rene Sent from my iPhone 4 On Jul 22, 2011, at 5:21 PM, Pondero cj.spin...@gmail.com wrote: I use that set-up on my 56 AHH 650b, and am quite satisfied. Yes, I'd prefer that the bag sit flat

Re: [RBW] Re: Saddle Sack Medium w/ Nitto Big Back Rack

2011-07-22 Thread Rene Sterental
Is that a smaller 650B frame? On my 61 Atlantis, the rack sits much farther back and there is no way to position the bag properly without having to pull it back quite a bit so it sits tilted. Rene Sent from my iPhone 4 On Jul 22, 2011, at 5:48 PM, Pondero cj.spin...@gmail.com wrote: Maybe my

Re: [RBW] Wanted: Black Brooks B17

2011-07-21 Thread Rene Sterental
My pleasure! Glad you found what you were looking for. On Thu, Jul 21, 2011 at 5:10 PM, Johnny Alien johnnyal...@verizon.netwrote: Found an imperial but thanks so much for the offer, René. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group.

Re: [RBW] Wanted: Black Brooks B17

2011-07-20 Thread Rene Sterental
I have one in pretty much brand new condition, only mounted for about 100 miles or so. It's the Champion/Special version with copper rails and copper rivets. $120 including ground shipping to CONUSA. Let me know if you're interested, René On Wed, Jul 20, 2011 at 4:45 PM, Johnny Alien

Re: [RBW] WTB: Silver 32/36H Front Wheel

2011-07-19 Thread Rene Sterental
Coincidentally, I have a spare front 36 spoked Dyad wheel with an XT hub. Used for a short while until I replaced it with a Dyad 36/SON hub front wheel. Rich built it. Would you be interested? You're not stating what type of rim you're looking for... 26, 650B or 700c? Mine is 700c. Rene Sent

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone down for quick Spur of the Moment S240

2011-07-19 Thread Rene Sterental
So sad to say it's impossible for me as well... René On Sat, Jul 16, 2011 at 12:52 PM, ekoral eko...@gmail.com wrote: aww, i would love to go, but monday is no good for me. sorry dude. eli On Jul 15, 9:38 pm, Manuel Acosta manueljohnaco...@hotmail.com wrote: For those that are

Re: [RBW] Component Question

2011-07-19 Thread Rene Sterental
AFIK, rear hub width is irrelevant. You can use MTB components on any road frame. Usual caveats apply such as making sure shifters are the same brand as the rear derailer and so on... René -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv Chica Warrior!

2011-07-19 Thread Rene Sterental
This should go on the next Reader!!! Also on EcoVelo!!! Submit it to them with a photo of your bike! Great story and great presence of mind... Hats off to you! René -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group,

Re: [RBW] Re: B17

2011-06-28 Thread Rene Sterental
Just as long as they don't get jealous of how you treat them, everything will be fine... :-) On Tue, Jun 28, 2011 at 3:28 PM, Mojo gjtra...@yahoo.com wrote: Oh my, now that you point it out, this whole thread is really funny! My black one is showing some asymetrical wear. The tan one is

Re: [RBW] B17

2011-06-27 Thread Rene Sterental
I have a Black with copper rails and rivets. I think I have a Brown Titanium as well, but need to dig in my garage. Rene Sent from my iPad On Jun 27, 2011, at 4:08 PM, Adam oceanm...@gmail.com wrote: Anyone out there have a Brooks B17 saddle in excellentish condition they are looking

Re: [RBW] wtb: albatross setup

2011-06-27 Thread Rene Sterental
from St. John Cycles in England before discovering the Nitto version. Let me know if you're interested to start calculating the price. I just pulled the cockpit down yesterday afternoon. Rene Sent from my iPad On Jun 27, 2011, at 8:04 PM, rex jupiterthunderb...@yahoo.com wrote: hello all im

[RBW] Riv panniers and laptop...

2011-06-26 Thread Rene Sterental
Does anyone know if a 14 Dell laptop with the extended battery will fit on either the Riv panniers or the Sackville Slickersack? The laptop dimensions are 13x10.5. Rene Sent from my iPhone 4 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group

Re: [RBW] SFR Populaire Photos

2011-06-26 Thread Rene Sterental
Thanks for the details. Perhaps at some future time I'll give it a try. Sent from my iPad On Jun 26, 2011, at 6:48 PM, CycloFiend cyclofi...@earthlink.net wrote: on 6/26/11 2:55 PM, Rene Sterental at orthie...@gmail.com wrote: How fast do you need to ride to finish it on time? What happens

Re: [RBW] SFR Populaire Photos

2011-06-26 Thread Rene Sterental
I'm looking forward to the experience, but am not quite ready yet. Perhaps in October... Or next year. Rene Sent from my iPad On Jun 26, 2011, at 7:54 PM, Lee Chae leec...@stanford.edu wrote: Hi Rene. Jim sums it up nicely. I'll chip in by saying that speed on the bike does not have

Re: [RBW] Re: Watter bottle recommendations?

2011-06-15 Thread Rene Sterental
I've been using them for over a year with no issues, rattles, noises or anything else. They're the best cages! Rene Sent from my iPhone 4 On Jun 15, 2011, at 8:05 AM, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: I bought the Iris cages on the recommendation of this list for use with KK bottles

Re: [RBW] Re: Watter bottle recommendations?

2011-06-15 Thread Rene Sterental
Do they fit on KK Iris cages? I thought they didn't... Sent from my iPhone 4 On Jun 15, 2011, at 10:41 AM, Zack zack...@gmail.com wrote: Robert: You should try one of the double-walled insulated KK bottles! They are awesome. You can keep coffee hot and water cold for a pretty good amount

Re: [RBW] Re: Market Prices for Riv Frames

2011-06-14 Thread Rene Sterental
Since we're not arguing how much an insurance claim should pay... and I know I don't understand all the nuances about how the replacement value clause is applied, I'd argue that the ultimate price any bike/frame would command would be driven by market demand, and not by how much it went for when

Re: [RBW] Re: Market Prices for Riv Frames

2011-06-14 Thread Rene Sterental
I know... Wouldn't it be nice if they were automatic collector's items? I really meant that if there was a high demand at a given point in time, the price would go up. Reality doesn't quite seem to support that... yet! Rene Sent from my iPhone 4 On Jun 14, 2011, at 9:39 PM, islaysteve alkire

Re: [RBW] Nitto Touring Bar on Atlantis - First impressions...

2011-06-08 Thread Rene Sterental
rack mounts on the fork crown. It's my 2001 Atlantis's 10th Anniversery Upgrade. -Jim W. On Jun 7, 2011, at 10:22 PM, Rene Sterental wrote: That's a good eye! I requested all the mounts on my Atlantis fork that I had on the Bombadil fork when I ordered it. How long is it taking to have

Re: [RBW] Nitto Touring Bar on Atlantis - First impressions...

2011-06-08 Thread Rene Sterental
Thomas, I ordered the bars from Universal Cycles, http://www.universalcycles.com/shopping/product_details.php?id=37412. I only discovered them through an online post as I was searching for Trekking bars. I'll do the overlay photo with the Albatross bars and add the Moustache bars as well, but

Re: [RBW] Re: Nitto Touring Bar on Atlantis - First impressions...

2011-06-08 Thread Rene Sterental
The Paul thumbies can be ordered online directly from Paul Components: http://www.paulcomp.com/mtthumbie.html. The ones that i discovered fit on the stem are the mountain version; I had originally thought of putting them on the bars but gave this a try and it worked. One's going to be a bit higher

[RBW] Nitto Touring Bar on Atlantis - First impressions...

2011-06-07 Thread Rene Sterental
I just installed the Nitto Touring Bar aka Butterfly or Trekking bar on my Atlantis and rode it for the first time today on my Bike/Caltrain commute to work. I'm trying to find a bar that will allow me to ride comfortably with no neck pain and after having used the 48cm Noodles, Albatross and the

Re: [RBW] Nitto Touring Bar on Atlantis - First impressions...

2011-06-07 Thread Rene Sterental
That's a good eye! I requested all the mounts on my Atlantis fork that I had on the Bombadil fork when I ordered it. How long is it taking to have yours repainted and the brazeons added? Rene Sent from my iPhone 4 On Jun 7, 2011, at 10:16 PM, James Warren jimcwar...@earthlink.net wrote: I

Re: [RBW] Latest AHH Build

2011-06-02 Thread Rene Sterental
to the hub unscrewing itself and severe damage to the internals. Am I missing something here? Rene Sent from my iPhone 4 On Jun 2, 2011, at 6:05 PM, Michael Glaser mgla...@gmail.com wrote: Hi All, Thought that I'd share the latest version of my AHH. I removed the promenade bars / iBert baby

Re: [RBW] Latest AHH Build

2011-06-02 Thread Rene Sterental
AHH!!! Thanks! Sent from my iPhone 4 On Jun 2, 2011, at 6:49 PM, Lee Chae leec...@stanford.edu wrote: Hi Rene. The SONdelux was formerly known as SON 20R. That particular dyno hub can be oriented in either direction. Lee SF, CA On Thu, Jun 2, 2011 at 3:46 PM, Rene Sterental orthie

Re: [RBW] Re: Latest AHH Build

2011-06-02 Thread Rene Sterental
Michael, I'll say it again, yours is a very beautiful AHH.. Congratulations!!! What is your once a week commute like? I live in Palo Alto and ever since Ray wrote about how he rides from San Francisco to Palo Alto I've been wanting to do that ride. Pain has so far kept me riding shorter

[RBW] Has anyone used trekking / butterfly bars on a Rivendell?

2011-06-01 Thread Rene Sterental
Trying to see if I can manage to get completely rid of my left shoulder/neck pain, I've decided to try installing Trekking bars on my Atlantis. Figuring out that I'm only going to get to do this once, I've ordered a Nitto B825AA Touring Bar (Trekking/Butterfly style) and a Modolo Yuma Trekking

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: Brooks B 17 (Saddle lament)

2011-06-01 Thread Rene Sterental
Hi all, Sorry for the lengthy delay in my response; I just stayed away from the computer during the long weekend to fully relax. The saddle is as new, with just a few marks on the rails. I've just ridden it for about 30 miles total. I'm asking $105 + Shipping, which based on past experience via

Re: [RBW] S72O - SFBay

2011-05-31 Thread Rene Sterental
That sounds like a wonderful plan! What route are you planning to take? I'd Luke to do something similar later this year. Rene Sent from my iPhone 4 On May 31, 2011, at 8:55 AM, bicitourist ejro...@gmail.com wrote: Super excited today to be heading out on my first bike camping trip. Last day

Re: [RBW] WTB: Brooks B 17 (Saddle lament)

2011-05-27 Thread Rene Sterental
. Rene Sent from my iPhone 4 On May 27, 2011, at 1:36 PM, Lesli lesli.lar...@gmail.com wrote: Anyone have a B-17 they'd like to sell or trade for a new Specialized Toupe? Experimenting with saddles for randonneuring. I'm a Selle An Atomica fan but I want to experiment with some different

Re: [RBW] Re: Decision Potential

2011-05-24 Thread Rene Sterental
was the killer factor and I exchanged it for a 61 Atlantis. My center of crank to saddle distance is 78.8cm. Can't remember my exact PBH. Rene Sent from my iPhone 4 On May 24, 2011, at 5:03 PM, Thomas Lynn Skean thomaslynnsk...@comcast.net wrote: Unfortunately, I'm pretty sure that it's not as simple

Re: [RBW] Re: Decision Potential

2011-05-24 Thread Rene Sterental
LOL!!! Sent from my iPhone 4 On May 24, 2011, at 5:37 PM, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: It's time for a sweet custom! On May 24, 3:55 pm, Rene Sterental orthie...@gmail.com wrote: FWIW, I started with a 61cm Homer and then got a 60cm Bombadil. The Homer fit perfectly and it's fit has

Re: [RBW] Marathon Supreme Input please

2011-05-16 Thread Rene Sterental
the one you fancy best and fits. Rene Sent from my iPhone 4 On May 16, 2011, at 9:39 AM, Mitch Browne mitch.bro...@gmail.com wrote: Currently commute daily 16 miles round trip on my 58 Atlantis with 47mm Schwalbe Marathon Plus tires. I've been pretty happy with the Schwalbes and have them

Re: [RBW] Re: Friday the 13th

2011-05-15 Thread Rene Sterental
What a great true quote! Manny, I hope the threat never materializes. Rene Sent from my iPhone 4 On May 14, 2011, at 8:33 PM, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: Sir Arthur Conan Doyle has a great quote for times such as these, and I think you did it intuitively! “When the spirits

Re: [RBW] Rivs in tropical downpour

2011-05-11 Thread Rene Sterental
Very cool photos, very cool bikes! Rene Sent from my iPad On May 11, 2011, at 8:01 AM, Earl Grey earlg...@gmail.com wrote: Hi, just thought I'd share this photo I took on my buddy Paul's camera of Paul and Kip's Rivendells (Sam and Bomba) in some seriously wet conditions here in Chiang

Re: [RBW] Re: Angel Island S24O

2011-05-09 Thread Rene Sterental
I did my first real S24O last year on Angel Island as well with my son and daughter. We took Caltrain from Palo Alto, rode to the Ferry and then rode both the paved and dirt trails on the island. It was a lot of fun but it was very windy and chilly when exposed. Our campsite was on the west side

Re: [RBW] Re: Angel Island S24O

2011-05-09 Thread Rene Sterental
Actually, doing some re-checking, it turns out we went on the 4th of July weekend and it was cold from the wind. Quite windy. I'm going to take advantage of your post to book another weekend... Have fun!!! Rene Sent from my iPad On May 9, 2011, at 8:31 PM, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote

Re: [RBW] Re: New Atlantis

2011-05-05 Thread Rene Sterental
I have Paul Neo-retro and Touring cantis on my Atlantis and love them. René Sent from my iPad On May 4, 2011, at 8:11 AM, Seth Vidal skvi...@gmail.com wrote: On Wed, May 4, 2011 at 11:06 AM, johnb jbust...@gmail.com wrote: Thoughts on Cantilever versus V-brakes? I have a LHT with the Tektro

[RBW] Grant's Velosophy...

2011-05-03 Thread Rene Sterental
Amazon just confirmed that they have a confirmed shipping date for Grant Petersen Velosophy. Estimated arrival date: June 03 2011 - July 13 2011. I placed the order in January when I accidentally discovered it. René -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

Re: [RBW] Re: New Atlantis

2011-05-02 Thread Rene Sterental
with a shorter 7cm stem and love that fit. Rene Sent from my iPhone 4 On May 2, 2011, at 2:44 PM, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote: On Mon, 2011-05-02 at 14:12 -0700, johnb wrote: Steve, Just curious why? They put me in a position where I can't apply much power. -- You received

Re: [RBW] Bike Tour with the Venturing Crew

2011-05-01 Thread Rene Sterental
That's an amazing adventure and mentoring experience! Congratulations for putting it together and making it happen. Rene Sent from my iPhone 4 On May 1, 2011, at 9:06 PM, manueljohnacosta manueljohnaco...@hotmail.com wrote: A Little Story about the Tour De Bay Area. Venturing Crew #999 just

Re: [RBW] Burnsville Metric

2011-05-01 Thread Rene Sterental
Awesome! Makes me want to go out and ride...!!! Sent from my iPhone 4 On May 1, 2011, at 7:41 PM, Leslie leslie.bri...@gmail.com wrote: Yesterday was the 17th riding of the Burnsville Metric (http:// www.burnsvillemetric.com/). I'd not ridden it before; I wanted to last year, but, didn't

Re: [RBW] jaunt in weston woods on the quickbeam

2011-04-29 Thread Rene Sterental
Looks like Fall... Beautiful! Sent from my iPhone 4 On Apr 29, 2011, at 2:02 AM, newenglandbike matthiasbe...@gmail.com wrote: Hi All, Just thought I'd share a few snapshots from a brief ride last weekend in weston woods here in MA:

Re: [RBW] Re: Berthoud saddle twising on seat post... what is going on?

2011-04-28 Thread Rene Sterental
benefit and purpose is preventing antero-posterior torsion. I'm 252 so I may be putting a lot more torsional torque on the saddle vs. a lighter rider. If your saddle hasn't twisted I'd say you're fine. If you're worried, contact who you bought it from or Mr. Berthoud directly. Rene Sent from my

Re: [RBW] Re: Berthoud saddle twising on seat post... what is going on?

2011-04-27 Thread Rene Sterental
Update on Berthoud Saddle twisting problem... The solution piece was mailed to me by Bill from Wallingford Bikes (one for each of my saddles) and I proceeded to install it as instructed. It's actually a very simple solution, very light as it's made of aluminum and it instantly stiffened the

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: A Few Final Items for My Build

2011-04-25 Thread Rene Sterental
I have a pretty much brand new aged B17. Email me off-list. Just used it a couple of times and it's is perfect condition. Rene Sent from my iPhone 4 On Apr 25, 2011, at 6:16 AM, Mike Irwin rivendellbrownbom...@gmail.com wrote: Ok, I've got the seat post handled. Thank you to everyone who had

Re: [RBW] Hilsen Saturday, Quickbeam Sunday

2011-04-25 Thread Rene Sterental
Nice pictures! Sent from my iPhone 4 On Apr 24, 2011, at 6:35 PM, CycloFiend cyclofi...@earthlink.net wrote: Just some photos - Saturday - http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclofiend/sets/72157626439406809/ Today - http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclofiend/sets/72157626445832861/ Hope all's

Re: [RBW] Creeper Trail jaunt

2011-04-25 Thread Rene Sterental
Great ride description, makes me want to explore those parts of the country at some point... Not that I could do the full ride at this time, but hopefully I will! Rene Sent from my iPhone 4 On Apr 24, 2011, at 8:27 PM, Leslie leslie.bri...@gmail.com wrote: I took Friday off to go for a ride

Re: [RBW] Re: Mini bike tour around the Bay Area.

2011-04-22 Thread Rene Sterental
Manny, Some day you'll have to lead a tour like that for beginners in this list like myself! :-) René -- 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

Re: [RBW] tubes for 700x50

2011-04-21 Thread Rene Sterental
I use the Schwalbe 19A recommended tubes for the 50 - 60mm tires and they hold air like forever... I get them at Wallingford Bikes, http://www.wallbike.com/schwalbe/tubes/tube-no-19a-xl. They are a bit pricier but they're a bit lighter and they last forever. Otherwise I believe you can get away

Re: [RBW] Re: Homer in Monterey + photos

2011-04-21 Thread Rene Sterental
. René On Mon, Apr 18, 2011 at 7:09 PM, Michael_S mikeybi...@rocketmail.comwrote: the colors on the beach scene are intense, beautiful bike and excellent photography. ~Mike On Apr 18, 6:46 pm, Ray Shine r.sh...@sbcglobal.net wrote: That's a good ride, Rene. Family time, as well. Can't get much

Re: [RBW] Hell's Gate 100 pictures

2011-04-19 Thread Rene Sterental
Amazing... Sent from my iPhone 4 On Apr 18, 2011, at 9:30 PM, reynoldslugs be...@perrylaw.net wrote: Roadeo ride through Death Valley last month - pictures here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/41563482@N06/sets/72157626529502314/ Death Valley is an amazing place. First time there, on a bike

[RBW] Homer in Monterey + photos

2011-04-18 Thread Rene Sterental
My wife, son and I went to Monterey for the weekend. On Friday afternoon we checked out the Sea Otter Classic and all the booths in the expo. Normal road and mountain bike racing stuff, but a few cool items like wooden bikes. No Riv stuff on this kind of shows. My son had a great time collecting

Re: [RBW] WTB: Nitto Technomic 8cm and/or Nitto Dirt Drop 10cm

2011-04-17 Thread Rene Sterental
I have both. Email me offline. Pretty much brand new as I only used them when trying to improve my bike fit. May have some marks from trying different heights. Rene Sent from my iPhone 4 On Apr 16, 2011, at 8:04 PM, Christian christian.w.mcmil...@gmail.com wrote: Hi everyone I'm looking

Re: [RBW] Re: Yoke height for Racer Centerpull brakes

2011-04-14 Thread Rene Sterental
. Rene Sent from my iPhone 4 On Apr 14, 2011, at 9:33 AM, Philip Williamson philip.william...@gmail.com wrote: Thanks, William, for the summary. I had thought there was a simple, linear, correlation of straddle height to mechanical advantage - low yoke for low profile, high yoke for high profile

[RBW] Yoke height for Racer Centerpull brakes

2011-04-12 Thread Rene Sterental
Hi all, I've read all about how high the yoke for the straddle cable should be for regular cantilever brakes depending on their profile. However, I cannot really find any specific info regarding centerpull brakes. Is it better to have more cable for a higher yoke or less cable for a lower yoke?

Re: [RBW] Re: Yoke height for Racer Centerpull brakes

2011-04-12 Thread Rene Sterental
the mechanical advantage. Take a look at this visual calculator: http://www.circleacycles.com/cantilevers/ -B On Apr 12, 5:49 pm, Rene Sterental orthie...@gmail.com wrote: Hi all, I've read all about how high the yoke for the straddle cable should be for regular cantilever brakes depending

Re: [RBW] Re: Yoke height for Racer Centerpull brakes

2011-04-12 Thread Rene Sterental
Finally figured out how to use the calculator. However, while I can see the MA go up or down, what is the optimal MA to strive for? I'm still unsure, based on all I've read, whether a lower or a higher MA are better. I thought I understood that lower MA meant more modulation but more force needed

Re: [RBW] Yves Gomez

2011-04-11 Thread Rene Sterental
and knew my girls would live it too. Rene Sent from my iPhone 4 On Apr 11, 2011, at 3:44 PM, SamuelJames samcoal...@gmail.com wrote: Any men ride one? Just curious cause I would love one but my fragile male ego says no. does anybody have the Soma Buena Vista? How do you like that? Thanks

Re: [RBW] Re: 2011 Bombadil Revealed!

2011-04-05 Thread Rene Sterental
Beautiful!!! Enjoy it! René On Tue, Apr 5, 2011 at 7:40 PM, Amit Singh asd...@gmail.com wrote: Incredible Bomba. The silver shines all the way to Detroit, like moonlight captured in the paint and refracted. I'm glad you kept it a secret for so long. It was worth the wait. On Apr 5, 7:54

Re: [RBW] How's the wind in your region?

2011-04-03 Thread Rene Sterental
Things are so relative... That's about my speed on the flats with no wind unless I'm close to redlining... :-) Rene Sent from my iPhone 4 On Apr 3, 2011, at 12:27 PM, PATRICK MOORE bertin...@gmail.com wrote: Riding almost exclusively fixed is interesting at this time of year: rode home from

Re: [RBW] Re: How's the wind in your region?

2011-04-03 Thread Rene Sterental
You and I can ride together anytime!!! :-) Sent from my iPhone 4 On Apr 3, 2011, at 4:43 PM, Minh mgiangs...@gmail.com wrote: Rene, My moving average today was only 9mph :) On Apr 3, 6:34 pm, Rene Sterental orthie...@gmail.com wrote: Things are so relative... That's about my speed

Re: [RBW] Re: DiagaBomb On The Way! UPDATE!

2011-04-01 Thread Rene Sterental
. Rene Sent from my iPad On Apr 1, 2011, at 12:29 PM, Thomas Lynn Skean thomaslynnsk...@comcast.net wrote: Yes. I too felt for you. Especially as a person who has had, shall we say, issues with delivery from the west coast to Chicago in various situations. And as a person for whom the whole

Re: [RBW] Re: DiagaBomb On The Way! UPDATE!

2011-04-01 Thread Rene Sterental
: On Fri, 2011-04-01 at 15:17 -0700, Rene Sterental wrote: I work for UPS and didn't think it was funny at all!!! I started trying to locate it for you as a fellow Rivendeller only to have to apologize to everyone I started pushing to find out what had happened. I guess you are laughing now

Re: [RBW] Re: DiagaBomb On The Way! UPDATE!

2011-04-01 Thread Rene Sterental
Thankfully this is only once a year... :-) Kudos to you fir pulling it off so well! Rene Sent from my iPhone 4 On Apr 1, 2011, at 6:18 PM, Marty mgie...@mac.com wrote: If Grant himself had not written to offer a full refund, I would have let the gag go a bit longer. I actually felt bad when

Re: [RBW] Re: Berthoud saddle twising on seat post... what is going on?

2011-03-31 Thread Rene Sterental
Hi all, Thank you very much for all the responses and suggestions. I'm quite eager to try the one about turning the saddle nose slightly in the direction of the seat bone that bears more weight, which if I understood correctly would be towards the left as that seems to be where the more

Re: [RBW] Re: Berthoud saddle twising on seat post... what is going on?

2011-03-31 Thread Rene Sterental
I don't think this is necessarily happening to all the Berthoud saddles but to a few of them. Otherwise we would have all heard of it by now. However,it has happened to enough saddles for Mr. Berthoud to work out a fix and I'm pretty sure, start working on an improved design for the frame or just

Re: [RBW] Re: Moustache Friendly Handlebar/Rando bag Suggestions...

2011-03-29 Thread Rene Sterental
I don't have photos, but was able to easily use my Acorn Boxy Rando Bag with the Moustache handlebars on the short time I had them on my Bombadil. Very good setup! René -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group,

[RBW] Berthoud saddle twising on seat post... what is going on?

2011-03-27 Thread Rene Sterental
Hi all, To my utmost dismay, today I realized that my 3 month old Berthoud Touring saddle is all twisted on the seat post on my Atlantis. Please check how it looked in January when I installed it: *http://tinyurl.com/4mw79ms *and how it looked yesterday: *http://tinyurl.com/4ea9qfe*. I have

Re: [RBW] Re: Spring Meandering During the 2011 Cyclovia in Tucson, March 27

2011-03-27 Thread Rene Sterental
Nice setup on your bike! Lovely place. -- 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] Big Apples - Liteskin vs. Regular non-folding

2011-03-25 Thread Rene Sterental
Hi all, Weight considerations aside, are there any real and perceivable by a normal rider differences between the two versions? Does anyone have any experience to tell if the Liteskin rides significantly plusher than the regular one? I'm interested in the feedback on both the 700c sizes (for Riv

Re: [RBW] Re: Longboard fenders on a Ram

2011-03-25 Thread Rene Sterental
I believe the same is accomplished by adding a leather mud guard to a metal fender. I've done that on my Atlantis with Berthoud fenders and I get excellent protection from splashes and also dirt and dust. My BB shell now stays clean. The tradeoff is I cannot hop off curbs but other than that, it's

Re: [RBW] Re: Good decaleur for use with an Acorn Boxy Rando

2011-03-24 Thread Rene Sterental
That is correct. No decaleur is needed. The straps to the handlebar make it very stable. Rene Sent from my iPhone 4 On Mar 24, 2011, at 1:23 AM, Earl Grey earlg...@gmail.com wrote: The Acorn is specifically designed for a front rack (with velcro straps on the bottom that go around the rack

Re: [RBW] Re: Good decaleur for use with an Acorn Boxy Rando

2011-03-24 Thread Rene Sterental
The Acorn Boxy Rando Bag doesn't strap to the top of the bar. It's lateral strings go to the bottom section of the drop on your drop bars by the barend shifters. They work equally well with M bars. Not sure about Albatross bars. Rene Sent from my iPhone 4 On Mar 24, 2011, at 6:16 AM, Steve

Re: [RBW] Re: Schwalbe 700C X 50mm tires on Velocity Chukker rims

2011-03-23 Thread Rene Sterental
FWIW, I run the same tires on Dyad rims with no looseness and no issues. René Sent from my iPhone 4 On Mar 23, 2011, at 7:22 AM, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote: On Wed, 2011-03-23 at 07:03 -0700, Patrick in VT wrote: On Mar 23, 8:34 am, ewb ebons...@optonline.net wrote: Do you have

Re: [RBW] Re: Bomba-Love 2011 :)

2011-03-23 Thread Rene Sterental
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Re: [RBW] Re: FS: NS Country Bag, Ostrich Panniers, Busch+Müller top light

2011-03-23 Thread Rene Sterental
Just in case you want to use that light on the Nitto Big Rear Rack, Peter White sells the metal bracket that allows you to do it. That's what I use for a similar light on my Atlantis with its currently Nitto R-14 rear rack. Scroll down until you find it:

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell Atlantis

2011-03-22 Thread Rene Sterental
Khalid, I remember how much I struggled to choose the color of my Atlantis, but here is my story... :-) When I went to Walnut Creek the very first time to see for myself what the Rivendell concept was all about, they had me test ride a Homer, an Atlantis and a Sam. I hated the Atlantis color on

[RBW] Sugino crank set configuration question

2011-03-22 Thread Rene Sterental
Hi all, I know the Sugino crank set that Riv and VeloOrange sell comes in 24/34/46 and 26/36/48 configurations; I have the first one on the Atlantis and the second one on the Homer. Do these cranks also take a more roadie 30/40/53 or similar configuration? If so, which rings should I get and

Re: [RBW] Re: Hillborne Orange Leather Paint

2011-03-22 Thread Rene Sterental
I like those panniers. What are they? The color touch is very nice too. René On Tue, Mar 22, 2011 at 6:09 PM, Jim Cloud cloud...@aol.com wrote: Very nice touch. With your custom made leather panniers and the added color trim, the overall look of the Sam is quite distinctive. Jim Cloud

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell Atlantis

2011-03-20 Thread Rene Sterental
Based on my personal experience, the choice between the 58 and 61 frames will really come down to the desired effective distance to your handlebars for your own personal fit. I'm 5'11 and my saddle height is 79cm, which means id be at the top recommend range for the 58 or in the middle for the

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell Atlantis

2011-03-20 Thread Rene Sterental
bicycle is set up Rene even the saddle. I have read that the new Berthoud Gilles Saddles are comfortable although some people think it is kind of cheap that they have that plastic under there. Even though that is the case, there hasnt been any reports that the plastic has cracked during the riding

Re: [RBW] Re: Japanese Atlantis vs Wisconsin Waterford Atlantis

2011-03-20 Thread Rene Sterental
Detail differences assessed when I ode red mine last year are as follows: - Slight color difference. The Waterford is just slightly livelier with a spark that the Toyo lacks. The Toyo is a bit more matte; very subtle but noticeable only when doing a side by side comparison. Otherwise I'd say not

Re: [RBW] Re: Tire size question... don't know where else to ask it.

2011-03-17 Thread Rene Sterental
It's funny, the same thing happened to me when I first changed my carbon paradigm for the Rivendell steel/fit paradigm, and now see myself increasingly attracted to the Traveling Bike concept that is friendlier and more versatile than the SS system which I've had in the past. I had an SS coupled

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