[RBW] Re: Teach me about sealant in tubes?

Tubes have to be built with removable valve cores from the start. You can't swap them out, as it's the entire valve that is different. It's hit or miss at a LBS when you're trying to find them, so check first. I've run Stan's in tubes before, and have had marginal success. Maybe 75% of the punc

[RBW] Re: What epoch of Rivster are you?

This is great, Philip! Way to rule the internets! I came to Rivendell via B'Stone and iBOB, but from the dirty side. It started with my MB-2 purchased from Beverly Hills Bikes that was my go-to ride for many years. So my tastes were formed in the Proto era, but my finances didn't catch up till

[RBW] Re: FS: 61 cm Bleriot

89 PBH checking in, 61cm Bleriot was perfect for me. Great bike and price! I loved my Bleriot... should not have sold it when I did! On Thursday, August 23, 2018 at 8:12:33 AM UTC-7, patrick ryan wrote: > > John G- I can check the weight when I return to my apartment next > Friday. I really

[RBW] Re: FS: 56cm Rivendell Glorius

Interesting story: Upon arrival of the bike, Andy asks me politely if the seat, front brake, and other misc. parts were included in the sale. Whaat??? Apparently at some point of the journey north, the secondary box containing all the parts I took off for packing found a new home. I'm pictu

[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

Done! I only knew about it from Esteban posting on IG as the email went to my spam folder. I bet that is the case for many of those 15,000 unopened messages. I also posted it on some other forums I frequent, and recommended doing the same! On Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at 4:38:03 PM UTC-8

[RBW] Re: Ibex shutting down?!?!?!

That's a shame, they have some of the best wool in the business IMHO. I like their light weight range of tops, they're perfect for warm SoCal riding year round. Via con Dios Ibexerinos. On Friday, December 1, 2017 at 7:49:29 AM UTC-8, lum gim fong wrote: > > I am surprised. I always thought of

[RBW] Re: Vintage and Bicycle Quarterly Magazine Lot

Magazines have found a new home, thank you for the interest!!! On Sunday, November 26, 2017 at 2:23:42 PM UTC-8, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: > > All have been read and flipped through several times. Not pristine, but > have been shelved out of the way inside. Not abused by any means. > 29 issues

[RBW] FS: Nitto Lugged S-84 Seatpost

In used condition. Low miles though. Some scuffing on post, no zig-zaging. Your Rivendell is calling out for this bit of lugged goodness! 27.2 X 250mm with a 40mm offset. $100 shipped to you anywhere in North America (I see you, Canada...). -- You received this message because you are subscrib

[RBW] Re: Found Stolen Riv in LA - Help me find the owner!

Thank you for doing this, Philip! Great bit of public service there. I hope it can be reunited! On Sunday, October 29, 2017 at 8:42:43 AM UTC-7, Philip Meyer wrote: > > Hi All, > > I'm not a Riv owner, but I have a Riv owner's bike right now and want to > reunite it with him or her. > > It is a

[RBW] Re: FS: 61cm Rivendell Custom

Thanks Adam, I PM'ed you the info. Price has dropped on The Bay... would prefer to sell local! On Sunday, October 8, 2017 at 5:12:43 PM UTC-7, adam leibow wrote: > > David, > > Regarding that previous message I sent you, I forgot I just broke my > phone, so email is best. Thank you!! > > Adam

[RBW] Re: FS: 61cm Rivendell Custom

BTW, looking at the Rivbike geometry charts , I would say it is pretty close to the exact geometry of the 61cm Roadeo . You may notice the price of the Roadeo, and compare that to mine. FYI,

[RBW] Re: FS: 61cm Rivendell Custom

I really do love this bike. But it's literally hanging in the garage collecting dust and cobwebs. I'm not just blowing smoke when I say that it's a joy to ride. Definitely faster and spryer than my other bikes. And having it built by the same guy in the same year as my other custom build was ju

[RBW] Re: PSA: Richard Sachs(!) Rivendell on CL

Doug, That's my friend Bryn's bike! You rode with her and Arlo at least once: https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/4469017732/ Here's a photo to show how fast she can go on it: https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/4469041906/ The frame was made in the transitional years after Joe

[RBW] Re: Stolen - 64 cm Atlantis - Phoenix

Great news, Todd! On Friday, July 14, 2017 at 11:13:27 PM UTC-7, Todd Zuercher wrote: > > Thank you, Carla! I received good news this week - the Phoenix PD found > my bikes at a local pawn shop and took them into custody. The wheels of > justice turn very slowly here and it looks like it will

[RBW] PSA: 58cm Orange Quickbeam FS in San Diego

https://sandiego.craigslist.org/csd/bik/6177112686.html I don't think this was posted yet, apologies if it was. Looks like a good bike with a couple of extra shiny bits on it. Ahern bars, Paul Comp brakes. Worn paint, ugly seat post, questionable sticker on top tube (what's he hiding in there?)

[RBW] Remember Good People, Steel is Real!

You may have seen this already, but just a reminder: https://www.pinkbike.com/video/463858/ -- 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

[RBW] Re: Opinion on Jitensha Bar

The Jitensha bars work great, but if you want higher/wider, go with the MAPs. MAPS are more versatile as you can run your stem lower if they're too high, and even cut them down if too wide. On Friday, September 30, 2016 at 7:39:16 AM UTC-7, Scott McLain wrote: > > I am in my late forties and am

Re: [RBW] Re: 700X42C Tire Recommendation

Ha! Those look like fat Rolly-Polies! Love 'em! On Monday, September 12, 2016 at 3:44:40 PM UTC-7, a3inverter wrote: > > Also consider the Soma Supple Vitesse in 700x42c. Very nice ride. > > On Wednesday, September 7, 2016 at 11:42:43 PM UTC-4, cyclot...@gmail.com > wrote: >> >> Leslie, I have M

Re: [RBW] 2017 Redlands Strada Rossa

Bill, if you could pull off the timing, that would be awesome! Even if it doesn't coincide w/ the event, drop a line and we'll have a big to-do! On Monday, September 12, 2016 at 3:24:35 PM UTC-7, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > I get a 6-week paid sabbatical in 2017. I'm thinking about burning a > coup

Re: [RBW] 2017 Redlands Strada Rossa

René, would be great if you could come down! We have plenty of sofa-lodging available, and if that's not your thing, motels. Philip has come down before, maybe you can talk him into carpooling south! Routes change every year, intentionally. Here is this year's: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/1

[RBW] Re: How Rivendells are received in your city ... (was: Rivvish Shop in Santa Barbara?)

Only positive responses from the shops. Interestingly the older guys are kind of neutral, the younger ones tend to really appreciate it. On the trails only positive, mixed in with amazement "Your rode up here on that?!?!?!" from the MTB crowd. Funniest anecdote was when another rider at a rest

[RBW] Re: 2017 Redlands Strada Rossa

Fourth year... We're no longer toddlers! RSR is a fun, challenging, exhausting, and amazing event. It partly developed from some of the SoCal Riv Rides that happen occasionally. The idea is to put chunks of dirt together with nice on-road connectors. 100km/62 miles to make it challenging, but d

Re: [RBW] Re: The first of what we hope are several very interesting reviews of the Clementine, from Lovely Bicycle

She's working at GRRM's writing pace! We want our book/review now!!! On Thursday, September 8, 2016 at 6:29:52 PM UTC-7, John Hawrylak wrote: > > Zed > Thanks for the clarifications. You said everything in 1 > paragraph. Lovely Bicycle took more than 2 pages, along with pics, did not > approac

[RBW] Re: 700X42C Tire Recommendation

Thanks for that one, Chris. I'm going to mount up the Nomads languishing in storage. I quit running them on my single because at lower pressure they really flopped during cornering and that was a bit disconcerting. I think at the higher pressures I'd be running on a tandem, they will do great

[RBW] Re: 700X42C Tire Recommendation

Bill, I've thought about those, great tires, right! But am just a touch reluctant to have them on a tandem. The LBBs are just a little too overkill, and I think the BPs would be a little under. The Supremes are probably just right, but checking my options before I go on a Bike24 buying spree! I

[RBW] 700X42C Tire Recommendation

Hi all, I'm wondering if there are any tires slightly larger than the Little Big Bens I'm using now. Those measure about 38mm, and I have room for a bit more. Would like to maximize flotation! I know there are the Marathon Supremes listed at 42mm (40mm actual is my guess), and those are probabl

[RBW] Re: PSA: 48cm Canti Hillborne on Los Angeles/OC Craigslist

Ha! On Friday, August 19, 2016 at 10:37:32 AM UTC-7, sameness wrote: > > Tiny, orange, 650b, cantis...what's not to love? > > (Except maybe that stem.) > > http://orangecounty.craigslist.org/bik/5734423335.html > > Not mine, no affiliation, etc. > > Jeff Hagedorn > Los Angeles, CA USA > > > --

[RBW] Re: Mythical Beasts

And where to find them. Yes, Richard Sachs made some fin de siècle Rivendell customs. Here's the second example of one: https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/4460870123/ https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/3386542024/ On Thursday, August 11, 2016 at 10:41:29 PM UTC-7, Christopher

[RBW] Re: AHH For Loaded Touring?

Hi Hunter, there is no rule that says no, you can't use an AHH as a loaded tourer. Load it up and go! The only downsides are that the frame will be really flexy with all that weight, and tire size is limited (especially with fenders). But people have gone touring with flexy bikes and skinny tir

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam / SimpleOne Sizing?

That's great, Eric! Should fit you fine. On Monday, June 20, 2016 at 11:00:42 AM UTC-7, Eric Karnes wrote: > > i'm giving the (what appears to be a 62cm) simpleone on eBay a try! i'll > keep you all apprised of how the size works out. as always, thanks to > everyone on the list for their experti

[RBW] Re: RBW Listers Take Over The West Point Inn, June 24 & 25 - Join us there!!!

And we're lighting up the no vacancy sign! Every bed is accounted for, which is pretty awesome! Working on menu items and Saturday route options. Saturday is 114% an open ride, we hope many of the locals can come out and ride around Marin with us for the day. Most likely riding trails from WPI

[RBW] Re: Slightly OT; WTB BURLEY PICCOLO

They're still little, imagine he'll be able to get many more years of use out of it. On Tuesday, May 17, 2016 at 10:06:17 AM UTC-7, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > I sold mine to Rob from Ocean Air Cycles. Maybe his riders have graduated > and he can pass it to you? > > On Tuesday, May 17, 2016 at 10:

[RBW] First weekend of riding... ouch.

Big weekend of riding for me... the first real riding since I broke my clavicle on March 9th. Both days this weekend for pleasantly overcast and temps in the high 60-low 70 range. Perfect days to ride. I started out "just" ring the local path out to the river. A nice easy rail to trail grade ou

[RBW] Re: Riv-ish minivan hack for the dad- and mom-jeans set

Does it come with the above-mentioned pants? Really cool hack Leif!!! On Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 12:47:00 PM UTC-7, Leif Eckstrom wrote: > > Hello listers, > > > I wanted to share this kid-hauling project that was inspired by ideas and > goods presented on this list, the blug, and such. I'm re

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam in the Washington Post

Could almost guarantee that without looking! :-) On Tuesday, April 5, 2016 at 3:22:50 PM UTC-7, A CT Cyclist wrote: > > MG at chasing mailboxes http://chasingmailboxes.com > > > On Tuesday, April 5, 2016 at 5:05:03 PM UTC-4, islaysteve wrote: >

Re: [RBW] Re: Orange 58cm Rambouillets Is this a Mythical Beast?

Jim's service is rated highly, not a scratch! On Thursday, March 17, 2016 at 6:39:35 AM UTC-7, James Warren wrote: > > > Ready for some evil, Hugh? As far as the bike shipping goes, I'm gonna be > in Pleasanton in 3 weeks. If you were to buy this Ram, I could easily pick > it up and drop it off

Re: [RBW] Re: Orange 58cm Rambouillets Is this a Mythical Beast?

I think Hugh has to make this happen... too many planets aligning! On Thursday, March 17, 2016 at 1:03:16 PM UTC-7, James Warren wrote: > > But it's only good on Rivs of orange color in California! This one would > make me 3 for 3 in that color. The other two: > > Orange QB from Walnut Creek to

Re: [RBW] Re: Orange 58cm Rambouillets Is this a Mythical Beast?

Lots of burners on that stove, might as well heat them all up! On Thursday, March 17, 2016 at 2:02:54 PM UTC-7, Hugh Smitham wrote: > > Remember I have another pan in the fire. And David there you go again > spending my money for me. Fortunately, you don't have my bank account # :^) > On Mar 17

[RBW] Re: CLEARCOAT o'er baremetal & why we don't do it anymore

Inland low humidity person here. My Quickbeam with clear powder frame looks FANTASTIC. I just love it. Wish I got Rob's raw Hilsen when it was available. On Friday, March 18, 2016 at 9:21:12 AM UTC-7, Grant @ Rivendell wrote: > > I am not fluent here and tried to respond to other comments about

[RBW] Re: RBW Listers Take Over The West Point Inn, June 24 & 25 - Join us there!!!

You're there, Tony! Room for five more overnighters On Monday, March 7, 2016 at 11:23:28 PM UTC-8, Tony wrote: > > Hey David, I'd like to join - count me in. > > Tony Almeida > > On Tuesday, March 1, 2016 at 8:48:23 PM UTC-8, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: >> >> We have reserved the entire facility

[RBW] Re: Google Gone Goofie?

Nope. I'm replying via the GG right now. On Sunday, March 6, 2016 at 8:27:26 AM UTC-8, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Is Google groups web page not loading at all are well for anyone else? > It’s not my internet connection because other pages work at the same time. > Perhaps Google finally got to kno

[RBW] Re: RBW Listers Take Over The West Point Inn, June 24 & 25 - Join us there!!!

Ted + Mrs. Ted, good to go!! Last names? Reminder that the cabins are not private, just wanted to emphasize that for anyone thinking romantic getaway sort of thing :-) On Wednesday, March 2, 2016 at 7:57:48 PM UTC-8, ted wrote: > > Sounds great. Please count my wife and I in. > Regards > Ted

[RBW] Re: RBW Listers Take Over The West Point Inn, June 24 & 25 - Join us there!!!

Reid, the Inn would be a WONDERFUL place to heal up and recuperate! It is a two mile hike/ride to get there, but have your Dr. give you a placard, and you can get ADA access!!! On Wednesday, March 2, 2016 at 12:04:11 PM UTC-8, Reid wrote: > > Oh man, I would just love to do this. For any of you

[RBW] Re: RBW Listers Take Over The West Point Inn, June 24 & 25 - Join us there!!!

On the list! This is shaping up nicely! On Thursday, March 3, 2016 at 1:09:41 PM UTC-8, Braxton Colagross wrote: > > Please include me as well. Thanks for organizing! > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from t

[RBW] Re: Used Rambouillet Value?

I doubt the bike would get worn out from year round use. Paint chipped, bearings pitted, bolts rusted. But all those can be serviced or replaced. Ride the bike you love! On Thursday, March 3, 2016 at 9:42:44 AM UTC-8, Mark Williams wrote: > > It sure is nice to hear from Riv experts, thank you a

[RBW] Re: FS: 58cm Saluki Custom Color

Cool color! On Thursday, March 3, 2016 at 6:25:23 AM UTC-8, Keith Muller wrote: > > Hey all, > > I have a friend(who isn't on the RBW Group) that I'm helping try and sell > a beautiful 58cm Saluki for. Standard Riv Build for a Saluki at the time. > I don't have full build specs, but i can get

Re: [RBW] Re: RBW Listers Take Over The West Point Inn, June 24 & 25 - Join us there!!!

Hidden in plain sight! :-) Yes, the nights of June 24 & 25th, with the ramble and dinner on the 25th. Bring that Atlantis on over, René! On Wednesday, March 2, 2016 at 10:29:32 AM UTC-8, Hugh Smitham wrote: > > Hi René , > > It's in the subject line. June 24th & 25th. > > Cheers, > > ~Hugh > >

[RBW] Re: Strada Rossa March 19th... you all are invited!

I can confirm there will be no ice patches on the RSR route. Does look like some rain next week, which will tamp things back down perfectly!!! Awesome trail out there, Kathy! I'm finding myself riding more and more dirt almost exclusively. On Tuesday, March 1, 2016 at 8:54:11 AM UTC-8, KC wr

[RBW] Re: PSA: Cunningham medical fund

Her most recent update isn't a good one: https://www.gofundme.com/w85tn3dg Sounds like she's getting run-down in the caregiver role. :-( On Friday, October 23, 2015 at 8:01:58 AM UTC-7, Cyclofiend Jim wrote: > > Jaquie P. has been posting more updates on Charlie's condition and > recovery of late

[RBW] Re: Route Suggestions: LA to Joshua Tree

Here's some more info for planning: https://www.adventurecycling.org/resources/blog/exhibition-expedition-escape-from-la/ On Monday, February 8, 2016 at 8:41:30 AM UTC-8, Ben wrote: > > Check out a route on Crazy guy: > http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/?o=tS&doc_id=16327&v=XP > Search the C

[RBW] Re: Strada Rossa March 19th... you all are invited!

Finalizing some trails this weekend, but if it goes according to plan, the English century is going to be on the epic side. Approaching Leadville elevation numbers: - English Century: 104 miles (60 dirt) with 12,100' - Metric Century: 64 miles (32 dirt) with 6700' - M 1/2 Century: 36 mi

Re: [RBW] MUSA sighting on the local news

Monetize it!!! On Thursday, January 28, 2016 at 10:09:17 AM UTC-8, Allan in Portland wrote: > > Well, in the interest of full disclosure that is my wife, which is to say > I put her up to it. > > So, while I can't exactly take credit for a "good catch," I can take > credit for any product placem

Re: [RBW] Re: Garbage Pail Riv sighted in Berkeley

My exact response as well ... I originally thought it was a goof... but then serious? I do agree about the pedals though. On Friday, January 15, 2016 at 7:16:53 AM UTC-8, LeahFoy wrote: > > Truly, until the end of the post, I thought this was a spoof. How can > anyone look at that Riv and thin

[RBW] Re: A Mount Tam Experience.

That was the choice of the navigator at the time... :) On Thursday, January 14, 2016 at 12:17:21 PM UTC-8, Philip Williamson wrote: > > Beautiful writeup and pictures! What a good time was had. I'm sorry I > missed the Saturday dinner. > And it explains why you went up Wildomar >

[RBW] Re: Yeah I'm on a roll! It must be winter.

Congratulations! I was one off... maybe next year! On Wednesday, January 13, 2016 at 12:47:40 PM UTC-8, hsmitham wrote: > > Another patch earned. Feels like my Boy Scouts days. > > Here . > > Tail Winds, > > ~Hugh > -- You received this message because you are s

[RBW] Re: A Mount Tam Experience.

One of the best weekends, ever! Such a nice event she hosted. Thanks for doing the write up, it captured the events perfectly! Hopefully we can do something like that in the future!!! On Wednesday, January 13, 2016 at 11:57:44 AM UTC-8, hsmitham wrote: > > Glad you liked it Dennis. > > ~Hugh >

[RBW] Re: New Hunqapillar frame geometry

Looks like a front shock would smooth out a lot of the chunk of that video! On Thursday, December 17, 2015 at 11:22:08 AM UTC-8, iamkeith wrote: > > > Oh... one more video and similarity: Jeff espousing Grant's S240 concept: > > https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2mygdN85tcw > > > On Thursday, Decem

[RBW] Re: New Hunqapillar frame geometry

Jones Plus has 19" stays. http://blog.jonesbikes.com/jones-plus-this-is-it/ Dem's long. On Thursday, December 17, 2015 at 10:51:52 AM UTC-8, RJM wrote: > > Hey Keith, > > If you check out those Jones Bikes, the chainstays are still relatively > short...same goes for the Trek Stache, which is an

[RBW] Re: PSA: Canti-Rom on ebay

Yeah, only part that seems a bit vague. I try to find out head tube length from sellers, as that's a less subjective measurement than seat tube height. So then if the head tube is 145mm or whatever I can look on geo charts and determine the frame size from that. Presuming the HT measurement is

[RBW] Re: Valve Stem eating Synergy Wheels

Thanks for the update, Edwin! FYI, I didn't install the metal sleeves I bought. I did spin a valve nut all the way down before installing the tube. It hasn't been that long, but no problem so far! On Monday, December 14, 2015 at 9:00:59 AM UTC-8, Edwin W wrote: > > Update: > Had another one of

[RBW] Re: Do you ever find yourself tempted by brifters?

I like them a lot. I didn't go out of my way to get some, but they came on a used bike I bought. And, they're great! Especially for spirited off-road riding, when you're in the drops and don't want to let go of your grip to move your hand. Amazing in that application! But they do wear out *sign

[RBW] Re: Oops, I did it again: 2016 bike calendar

I want to enjoy the November ride I see there!!! Very cool creation, Eunice! On Tuesday, December 8, 2015 at 2:25:25 PM UTC-8, Eunice Chang wrote: > > Hi all, > > Thought this might be of interest to the list: > > I made another calendar featuring mostly Riv bikes (AHH and quickbeam) for > 2016

Re: [RBW] Re: Clem for my husband

Happy New Bike Day! On Friday, December 4, 2015 at 9:01:52 AM UTC-8, LeahFoy wrote: > > You are too kind. Guess what's arriving today? I asked him if he wanted to > be here for The Unboxing or if I should just proceed with having the bike > built. He doesn't understand about the magic of The Unb

Re: [RBW] Re: The original Riv mixte

https://web.archive.org/web/20051225074732/http://www.rivbike.com/html/bikes_prices.html Original price was $1,400, so maybe you're right in that it's overpriced. I don't know if NOS Rivs are going up in value or not. Used not so much. I guess if someone has always wanted one and has the liquid

[RBW] Re: The original Riv mixte

Beautiful colors on it. Maybe not that bad a price for NIB never built? On Monday, November 16, 2015 at 7:29:29 AM UTC-8, Pudge wrote: > > Very pretty, but a bit pricey. > http://hartford.craigslist.org/bik/5250204541.html > > > > The owner has tried selling this several times on craigslis

[RBW] Re: Strada Rossa March 19th... you all are invited!

He's going to have to leave the beach, that's no fair!!! The CT shore doesn't quite compare to Huntington, especially come March! We'll miss you... someone else will have to pick up the mantle for furthest traveled! On Friday, November 13, 2015 at 3:15:15 PM UTC-8, Bikie#4646 wrote: > > I will

[RBW] Re: Redlands Strada Sterrata - Saturday 11/14

I think I'll be okay. Low grade stuff, just not optimum. Hasta manana! On Friday, November 13, 2015 at 3:07:35 PM UTC-8, AJ wrote: > > Hope you feel better ! > > See you tomorrow unless things are postponed which would be understandable. > > Thanks > > On Friday, November 13, 2015 at 1:05:17 PM

[RBW] Re: Redlands Strada Sterrata - Saturday 11/14

So you can't get lost: https://goo.gl/maps/LEJmpan5TrJ2 :) On Friday, November 13, 2015 at 1:05:17 PM UTC-8, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: > > Good to hear, Arnold! Make sure you have some fat tires on that Atlantis! > I rode the sandy parts Wed, and they're not that bad. But that was w/ 2.25" >

[RBW] Re: Redlands Strada Sterrata - Saturday 11/14

Good to hear, Arnold! Make sure you have some fat tires on that Atlantis! I rode the sandy parts Wed, and they're not that bad. But that was w/ 2.25" tires to float on it. Bummer for me is I'm feeling kinda' sick. So planning on it all, but may be rolling a bit slower than hoped for :( All day

[RBW] Re: Redlands Strada Sterrata - Saturday 11/14

Goatheads are the worst if you have regular tires. But if taking precautions not that big of a deal. But yes, why organize a ride if food and beverage aren't your first priority??? I hope this will be a great ride. It mixes all kinds of dirt terrain together. That's really what all my riding h

[RBW] Re: In Palm Springs for the week. Good source of C&V/Rivish stuff around?

It was a good try!!! On Monday, November 9, 2015 at 12:24:53 PM UTC-8, Ryan Ray wrote: > > Leaving Friday otherwise I'd try and make it for sure. > > - Ryan > > > > > On Monday, November 9, 2015 at 12:09:59 PM UTC-8, cyclot...@gmail.com > wrote: >> >> Ryan, or anyone else, we're having a dirt-he

[RBW] Redlands Strada Sterrata - Saturday 11/14

That's "dirt roads" in Italian according to The Google! I've wanted to put together a more dirt-oriented version of the Redlands Strada Rossa for a while now. The RSR has about 50% dirt, and it's high quality stuff, but a lot of asphalt connecting it

[RBW] Re: In Palm Springs for the week. Good source of C&V/Rivish stuff around?

Ryan, or anyone else, we're having a dirt-heavy ride just on the other side of the San Jacinto pass this Saturday. Little under 40 miles, most all dirt. If you can make it, I can try to scare up a bike! I'll post a formal announcement of it in a sec... On Monday, November 9, 2015 at 11:33:22 AM

[RBW] Re: Richard Sachs

Incomplete thought: Sachs and Sasha White seem to be the two halo-builders at this point. They have quite the followings! On Tuesday, November 3, 2015 at 9:55:23 AM UTC-8, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: > > Glad everyone is enjoying this! It was real nice flipping through them > last night. The form

[RBW] Re: Richard Sachs

Glad everyone is enjoying this! It was real nice flipping through them last night. The format is a bit different. I got a little tired of scrolling through the images, but thought it was unique. Haven't seen anything like that before. But regardless of format, the content was great. I've seen t

[RBW] Re: WATERTON CANYON REOPENED

I think it may get down to 45F the next couple nights after this front comes through. I've noticed that the actual temps this entire summer and fall and about 5-10F higher than the forecast. Oh well, it was a nice planet... on to the next one. On Sunday, November 1, 2015 at 8:03:17 PM UTC-8, h

[RBW] Re: Schwalbe Marathon Supreme vs. Jack Brown Blue

Hi John, the Supremes run pretty nice. A heavier/slower than JB Greens, but more puncture resistant. Not hugely though. I don't have any experience with JB Blues. Maybe run some Slime tubes for extra protection? On Monday, October 26, 2015 at 10:32:56 AM UTC-7, john wrote: > > I'm a big fan of

[RBW] Re: Two people get into fight over parking spot in Fairfax, one pulls out a hatchet

Gotta' be careful when you gesture with an ax... someone may gesture back with a .45. On Thursday, October 22, 2015 at 2:26:20 PM UTC-7, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > > https://www.washingtonpost.com/local/public-safety/two-people-get-into-fight-over-parking-spot-in-fairfax-one-pulls-out-a-hatchet

[RBW] Re: Low rider front rack for Sam Hillborne?

Feel confident ordering directly from Germany. I've bought from Bike24 twice, no drama, no hassle. http://www.bike24.com/1.php?content=13&search=tubus+tara Returns are probably a non-starter, but you could probably re-sell with minimal depreciation. On Tuesday, October 20, 2015 at 10:05:11 A

[RBW] Re: Atlantis completes the Pacific Coast

Eagerly waiting to celebrate with you you, but need the actual pictures link to verify it. I don't want to commit to anything prematurely. On Thursday, October 15, 2015 at 12:10:04 PM UTC-7, dougP wrote: > > Starting in 1988, I've been accumulating segments of the Pacific Coast, > sometimes lit

Re: [RBW] Re: For those of you who don't subscribe to the Compass/BQ mailings ... New Compass Tires Now Available

Thansk for the 411 on that, Rod! I'm liking the looks of the Ulv as well: http://ravn.rawlandcycles.com/#ulv On Tuesday, October 13, 2015 at 6:32:47 AM UTC-7, Rod Holland wrote: > > > > On Monday, October 12, 2015 at 12:05:05 PM UTC-4, iamkeith wrote: >> >> >> - Even though I won't need one, I

[RBW] Re: Overnight camping this past weekend (Oahu, Hawaii)

Bob, perfect ride and report, thanks for taking the time to do the write up! On Monday, October 12, 2015 at 10:45:39 AM UTC-7, Statrixbob wrote: > > Aloha all, > > I've been busy lately and feeling like I needed to get out from under > everything so when a friend of mine let me know they would be

Re: [RBW] Re: For those of you who don't subscribe to the Compass/BQ mailings ... New Compass Tires Now Available

I meant what Patrick said. Here's a real nice B+ bike: http://www.jamisbikes.com/usa/dragonslayer.html But really more bike than I need to pay the premium to get it. On Friday, October 9, 2015 at 7:27:30 PM UTC-7, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: > > What Steve said. > > A 29x3" tire. Not quite a fat

Re: [RBW] Re: For those of you who don't subscribe to the Compass/BQ mailings ... New Compass Tires Now Available

What Steve said. A 29x3" tire. Not quite a fat bike (>4") but larger than your everyday 29er hovering around 2.25". A 27.5+ wheel (3") seems like the "it" size of the moment, especially as you can retrofit them into a 29er frame that can fit a 29X2.4" tire. But as I mentioned above... mass. I

Re: [RBW] Re: For those of you who don't subscribe to the Compass/BQ mailings ... New Compass Tires Now Available

I don't know... my regular 29ers are way heavy with a lot of inertia... there's a lot of mass there. 29+ just seems like I'd be moving a lot more rubber and metal around. 27.5+ seems a lot more reasonable to work with. Especially with a diameter/circumference similar to a regular 29er wheel/tir

[RBW] Re: Tire Review: WTB Nano 40

I agree with everything Mike wrote! In fact, I bought based partially on his experiences with those as well as the MSOs http://www.blackmtncycles.com/2012/06/tale-of-two-tires-part-2.html I'd say the two are comparable, with the Nanos being a bit better in dirt/looser stuff, the MSOs a bit bett

[RBW] Re: New fat 700 tires! 700x42 ultra light

With Challenge, the open tubular means the tires are super flat. They're great when mounted, but a bit of a bear to get mounted! On Friday, October 9, 2015 at 7:44:13 AM UTC-7, Kieran J wrote: > > These look great! Hopefully they won't be $80 a piece .. > > What does "tubular casing" mean? Like,

[RBW] Re: PSA: Cunningham medical fund

I notice the largest donation is from RBW RBW. On Wednesday, October 7, 2015 at 3:22:02 PM UTC-7, Evan E. wrote: > > Thanks for posting, Bill. I just pitched in. Check the comment from Grant > on the GoFundMe page. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[RBW] Re: Schwalbe big apples 29x2.35 on 58cm Atlantis? And other fatties

They're light, flexible, offer decent cornering grip in the dirt, and ride well on asphalt. They best thing I can say is that I don't notice they're there on pavement. Can't say that about many 2" knobbies! On Thursday, October 8, 2015 at 11:12:31 AM UTC-7, Chris Lampe 2 wrote: > > I've recentl

[RBW] Tire Review: WTB Nano 40

I've had these on my Salsa for most of the summer up to now, and they have been riding great. They're a touch slower on the road than my favorite all-rounder tire, the Clement X'Plor MSO . But a lot more grab in the dirt, including singletrack. What really impressed me yesterday and inspired thi

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for my Hunq

Can't say enough good about the Burts. I took them off my Salsa for a bit, need to get them back on! On Thursday, October 8, 2015 at 6:03:13 AM UTC-7, Tim Gavin wrote: > > Super Motos are great tires. They are very fast on the road and float > well in the dirt. > > However, based on your dirt

[RBW] Re: PSA: Cunningham medical fund

Thanks for posting that, Bill. On Tuesday, October 6, 2015 at 1:21:32 PM UTC-7, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > https://www.gofundme.com/w85tn3dg > > Charlie Cunningham suffered a head injury (among other injuries) in a bike > crash. If you've ever felt the twang to thank Charlie for his visionary > co

Re: [RBW] Laid off and in a Quandary

Sounds like the CSA model: http://www.localharvest.org/csa/ We belong to one, and it's great. On Monday, October 5, 2015 at 2:54:33 PM UTC-7, Reid wrote: > > Starting a farm is not such a bad idea. An Ex of mine and her current > hubby started a farm where they grow organic veggies. This is a

[RBW] Re: Double leg Kickstands... lets talk

I don't know... King Iris cages are currently out of stock, and still are shown on the site. They only say out of stock when you attempt to put one in your cart. On Monday, October 5, 2015 at 1:49:19 PM UTC-7, Matthew J wrote: > > Apparently when Riv is temporarily out of items it is pulling th

Re: [RBW] Coffee outside.

It does make things convenient! On Monday, October 5, 2015 at 10:29:59 AM UTC-7, hsmitham wrote: > > Hey Doug, > > As versatile as the Riv's are Mr. Cyclotourist has a few of them to aid in > versatility :^) > > Notice the handle bar setup. > > Tail Winds, > > ~Hugh > > “Life is like riding a bi

Re: [RBW] Coffeeneuring Ride on Redwood.

I squeeze 32mm tires into my frame, but it's built around a 28mm size. Going to a 42B size would drop me down 9mm. That's a chunk of loss there! But the new me is 100% content with the bike I have, yes I am. 100%, sir! On Monday, October 5, 2015 at 9:19:42 AM UTC-7, David Banzer wrote: > > Duri

Re: [RBW] Coffeeneuring Ride on Redwood.

I always toy with the idea of a b conversion, but the lowish BB on my bike is a concern. But maybe not so much of one that I shouldn't do it! Thanks for the datapoint! On Monday, October 5, 2015 at 7:55:47 AM UTC-7, David Banzer wrote: > > I had some concerns when I was riding with Hetres (40mm o

[RBW] Re: Albastashes on a Cheviot; advice sought!

L, sounds like you've worked through this already, but as others have mentioned, the Alba*tross* is lower and more forward than the Boscos. Direct swap of mountain-style levers as well. I've swapped between the two on the same stem, and for me, the Boscos are too close, whilst the Albas are to

[RBW] Re: Stolen Sam Hillborne

Yes, that's my same response. Sorry to hear about the bike, glad she's okay. Hopefully emotionally okay as well! On Monday, September 28, 2015 at 10:12:31 AM UTC-7, Philip Kim wrote: > > Really sorry to hear that : (, glad she wasn't hurt. > > www.searchtempest.com does a national craiglist sear

Re: [RBW] Re: Valve Stem eating Synergy Wheels

I don't know about Bonty, but Novara tubes are made in China vs. Taiwan for Q or Indonesia for Schwalbe. On Tuesday, September 22, 2015 at 1:18:00 PM UTC-7, Peter Adler wrote: > > Same here. My LBS used to stock Continentals, which worked great; I > typically ran them for 3K-5K miles. Ever sinc

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