Re: [RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne and Big Ben 50's revisited

You're on a *roll*! On Tue, Apr 7, 2015 at 5:57 PM, dougP wrote: > "I now can't decide whether I like it best with Big Ben, Smart Sam, or > Barlow Pass." > > Clearly, further research is required to arrive at a definitive answer. > Tough problem; bring as-is on Saturday & solicit input from the

Re: [RBW] Re: Brooks B-17 Standard Antique Brown On Sale

Velofred is pretty funny self-deprecating sort of a name. I like it! On Tue, Apr 7, 2015 at 4:41 AM, Ron Mc wrote: > if it is black and you were here last month, I would have snagged it. Do > you also give a 10% discount if I type in VeloFred? Never mind. > > > On Monday, April 6, 2015 at 10:1

Re: [RBW] Re: f/s - Grip King pedals with spikes

I should say that she was merely commenting that her current pedals were not working out for her as she hoped. Not so much complaining. :-) On Mon, Apr 6, 2015 at 9:47 AM, Andy Williams wrote: > As we say in my family, 'you don't have everything unless you have > something to complain about!' >

Re: [RBW] Re: Beausage Reminder

I was just out swapping handlebars (thanks Hugh!) and had to pull a Wald basket to do it. I noticed that the stays on this basket are definitely different than the ones on the bike that collapsed on me. Those stays had a much larger (~four inch) flat section with multiple hub drillings on the end o

Re: [RBW] Re: f/s - Grip King pedals with spikes

My wife was just complaining about how her feet were slipping off the MKS BMX pedals. Now she'll need to worry about gashing her shins with these pins!!! On Sun, Apr 5, 2015 at 7:42 AM, Ron Mc wrote: > all done here > thanks !!! > > > On Sunday, April 5, 2015 at 8:08:14 AM UTC-5, Ron Mc wrote:

Re: [RBW] Re: Beausage Reminder

ating. Nitto's conservatism is good, >> but nothing is limitless. >> >> -Jim >> >> Sent from my iPhone >> >> On Apr 4, 2015, at 5:28 AM, "'hangtownmatt' via RBW Owners Bunch" < >> rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com> wro

Re: [RBW] Re: Beausage Reminder

t; > -Jim > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Apr 4, 2015, at 5:28 AM, "'hangtownmatt' via RBW Owners Bunch" < > rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com> wrote: > > Wow! I wonder why Nitto chooses to be so ultra conservative? > > Matt > > On

Re: [RBW] Hypothetical 2nd Wheelset

If you're not really carrying much, the Synergies are probably heavy enough to go with the Caz. That said, how about a fourth option: -Lighter with BBShoe for fast recreational rides -Current Synergies/dynamo with Hetres for commuting/all-roundering -A third inexpensive front wheel (Deore/Synergy?)

Re: [RBW] Re: WTT: MUSA Knickers - My large for your medium

No, not so lucky as that... they've always been too big. In fact I'm probably fitting them better than when I go them... :-) On Fri, Apr 3, 2015 at 12:21 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote: > See? If you wore Rapha you could trade them in for 50% off a smaller > size. Then again you would have paid a lot

Re: [RBW] Re: Drop Bar Dirt Hillborne

An Almost-lantis!!! On Fri, Apr 3, 2015 at 7:48 PM, dougP wrote: > That looks just about perfect for next Saturday's Orange County > adventure. > > dougP > > On Thursday, April 2, 2015 at 4:37:50 PM UTC-7, James Warren wrote: > >> >> A visit to RBW today brought some views of this beauty! Gave m

Re: [RBW] Re: Beausage Reminder

This much: https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/15464068173 :-) When carrying that much in the Wald, the stays buckled when I hit a bump, had to push the rest of the way home. The 32F hasn't let me down yet! On Fri, Apr 3, 2015 at 7:33 PM, 'hangtownmatt' via RBW Owners Bun

[RBW] WTT: MUSA Knickers - My large for your medium

I have some blue MUSA knicks, fairly well worn. Faded some, abrasion on one knee, elastic band tied off kinda' strangely. So not new, but plenty solid. No rips or problems like that. Would like to trade for medium, any color. -- Cheers, David Member, Supreme Council of Cyberspace "it isn't a c

Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam 58CM Green Machine Phil Wood Hubs Brooks Nitto

I bet you could justify keeping it somehow!!! Does that large of a tire with tight clearances limit the adjustability of the drivetrain? I see you have it set up as a true SS without a double chainring/DOS freewheel sort of arrangement. On Thu, Apr 2, 2015 at 8:33 AM, Hobo wrote: > Thanks for

Re: [RBW] Re: Beausage Reminder

Maybe that's a heavier built version then the smaller one. The rack reinforcement and handlebar attachments look really solid, but the long stays are the weak point. They have crumpled on me, folding into the spokes when I overloaded a basket. Nitto 32F with a basket zipped onto it has never done t

Re: [RBW] Curious addition to the Atlantis page on rivbike.com (maybe only interesting to the kinda tall)

You're in the unique position to be able to find out in person!!! On Thu, Apr 2, 2015 at 10:14 PM, James Warren wrote: > > A few years ago, when the 64 cm Atlantis went away, some people took > notice. Since then, there have been times when it's been speculated that > you could still get a 64 ev

Re: [RBW] Rivendell Quickbeam 60cm SS/FG Brooks Nitto Hammered Fenders

JW's Rivendell Bicycle Delivery Service, at my beck and call!!! Now where was that Legolas that was for sale... On Wed, Apr 1, 2015 at 9:29 PM, James Warren wrote: > > Well, I am in the Bay Area, so if any come up... > > (no April 1 joke there) > > > > On Apr 1, 2

Re: [RBW] Sam or Clem (or both) ???

Ohhh, that's a nice bike and price ready to go! Try with the Albastache as-is, knowing you can move to Albatross or Boscos if still too low. Looking at that picture, the clamp of the stem looks a good 3-4 inches above the saddle, don't know if there's too much drop with those bars though. Try it an

Re: [RBW] Rivendell Quickbeam 60cm SS/FG Brooks Nitto Hammered Fenders

Barely... On Wed, Apr 1, 2015 at 9:10 PM, James Warren wrote: > > Well, I am in Tennessee right now David. I could drive it back for you... > > > This is still April 1, right? > > > On Apr 1, 2015, at 7:10 PM, cyclotourist wrote: > > I was trying to justify a thir

Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam 58CM Green Machine Phil Wood Hubs Brooks Nitto

I'm so going there! I have some Marathon Supremes getting fairly worn down. Love 'em, but they're a bit skinny @ 37mm. As I mentioned, I would have to give up fenders, which 95% of the time isn't a problem. Nice having them though, and I have a wired fender mounted light I would have to deal with.

Re: [RBW] Re: Would you take the lane?

Yeah, the three fingers was probably the only thing "wrong" in the situation. And what is it with white pickups? Our local elementary has a bike train of kids going in. One day a white pickup driver (possibly the same one as yours, he must get around) freaked out, and starting cussing out one of t

Re: [RBW] Quickbeam 58CM Green Machine Phil Wood Hubs Brooks Nitto

REALLY like those Big Apples! Might have to do that, although that would mean getting rid of the fenders. They look great! On Wed, Apr 1, 2015 at 8:09 AM, Hobo wrote: > > > > >

Re: [RBW] Rivendell Quickbeam 60cm SS/FG Brooks Nitto Hammered Fenders

I was trying to justify a third Quickbeam, but the lack of a bell is a deal-killer! :-) On Wed, Apr 1, 2015 at 8:05 AM, Hobo wrote: > > > > >

Re: [RBW] Re: Old Quickbeam

pril 1, 2015 at 9:15:00 AM UTC-7, James Warren wrote: >> >> >> And I dare say the cantilevered Romulus. Although that one came by >> accident. Somewhat similar to the Legolas, but with a slightly lower BB. >> >> >> On Apr 1, 2015, at 8:59 AM, cyclotourist w

Re: [RBW] Re: FS 58 cm Cromo Bosco BullMoose bars

Love this place! On Wed, Apr 1, 2015 at 11:58 AM, Justin August wrote: > Hey Richard- > I have some 55cm aluminum Boscos that I will ship to you if wanted. > Gratis. Feel like it's worth it to pay it forward in the name of the group, > also my karma could use some shining. > > Let me know if you

Re: [RBW] Re: What do Rivendell Riders use for head coverings for riding in the sun?

I totally ignored this thread up until I saw Liesl refer to it in another post... wow, I've been missing out!!! On Wed, Apr 1, 2015 at 12:01 PM, Justin August wrote: > I have a really good joke about this thread coming back after 3 days but > I'll just keep it to myself. > > > Oh, shit. > > -J

Re: [RBW] Re: Old Quickbeam

My green QB had a stick on SN. It was from the first batch I believe. I think QBs hold their value the best of any of the Rivendell frames due to their low numbers, uniqueness and continued desirability. There is currently no similar Rivendell frame, so you can't get the updated, tweaked model lik

Re: [RBW] New flat solution

> On Apr 1, 2015 10:24 AM, "cyclotourist" wrote: > >> Say what you will about Jan/BQ, he really puts his money where is mouth >> is and works to bring products to market that he believes in. >> >> What's frustrating is that yesterday I had a tubeless tir

Re: [RBW] New flat solution

To add fuel to the fire, this was posted over on the tandem list this morning. Some of those new Compass tires would go great on our tandem, no more worried about flats!!! ... Here's something you might want to consider when planning your next tandem vacation in Europe: According to sources,

Re: [RBW] New flat solution

Say what you will about Jan/BQ, he really puts his money where is mouth is and works to bring products to market that he believes in. What's frustrating is that yesterday I had a tubeless tire fail and the associated hassle of mounting a new one. If only this was posted one day earlier I would hav

Re: [RBW] Re: FS 58 cm Cromo Bosco BullMoose bars

I purchased a seatpost from him in December. There was no communication for about a month, then I emailed a few times. He said it must have been lost, but that he had another one that he would send, and that came about a week later IIRC. So I can say that he delivered what I bought, and AAFAIK he

Re: [RBW] Re: Just Got My Goathead Demerit Badge!

Everything including the kitchen sink! On Tue, Mar 31, 2015 at 8:37 AM, Liesl wrote: > Perhaps there should be a Bike-in-Kitchen Demerit Badge a la cyclotourist! > It still makes me laugh. > > https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/4205517724 > > -- > You received thi

Re: [RBW] Just Got My Goathead Demerit Badge!

Apparently next year we'll need a thumbtack badge: https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10205447607581788&set=p.10205447607581788&type=1&theater :-( On Mon, Mar 30, 2015 at 7:49 PM, Philip Williamson < philip.william...@gmail.com> wrote: > Thanks, Liesl! Such a pleasure. > Bill - I'll do that

Re: [RBW] Re: Got my new Cheviot

I tend to favor the kitchen it seems: https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/4205517724 https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/2406321019 Not so good for taking a nap, but snacks are handy. On Sat, Mar 21, 2015 at 7:44 AM, Melanie wrote: > Oh, I don't know. The bedroom is t

Re: [RBW] security

Snob isn't a fan: http://bikesnobnyc.blogspot.com/2014/05/simplification-by-complification.html http://bikesnobnyc.blogspot.com/2015/03/keylessness-is-close-to-cluelessness.html On Sun, Mar 29, 2015 at 7:08 PM, René Sterental wrote: > Was looking for a lock for my Atlantis for exactly the same

Re: [RBW] Re: Redlands Strada Rossa 2015

It captured the feel nicely :-) Hugh's set: https://www.flickr.com/photos/pedalpusher61/sets/72157651110302400 On Sun, Mar 29, 2015 at 5:49 AM, James Warren wrote: > > Thanks David! > > The link to Philip's photos is a bit startling! > > > On Mar 28, 2015, at 9:5

Re: [RBW] Re: Bike shop mechanics answer this:

ile! On Sat, Mar 28, 2015 at 2:07 PM, Eric Daume wrote: > 29ers are even worse. There are a lot of XL 29ers out there with a > 100~110mm head tube. It's ridiculous. To get the bars at saddle height, us > tall folks will need 50-80mm of spacers, which looks dorky. > > Eric >

Re: [RBW] Re: Redlands Strada Rossa 2015

razy-paul/sets/72157649271649764/ Esteban's: https://www.flickr.com/photos/25671211@N02/16929993845/ Jim's: https://www.flickr.com/photos/46035786@N07/sets/72157651544957831 Mine: https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/sets/72157651165005667/ Philip's: https://www.flickr.com/photos

Re: [RBW] Re: Bike shop mechanics answer this:

I wish Surly would have proportionately taller head tubes on their bikes. They are across the board 20-30mm too short IMHO. The 60cm Crosscheck for example has a 160mm headtube. To my way of thinking, that should be 190mm. 180 would be a good compromise. Then you could get rid of 30mm of spacers on

Re: [RBW] Re: f/s Thomson Masterpiece 27.2 x 240mm zero offset seatpost

Delivered today, thanks! That thing is freaky-light! Love having it on my Salsa as I can get away with the scarring. Too much beasuage for a Riv! :-) On Fri, Mar 20, 2015 at 6:49 PM, Ron Mc wrote: > done here - thanks ! > > > On Friday, March 20, 2015 at 5:53:49 PM UTC-5, Ron Mc wrote: >> >> Thi

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunq vs Clem

That's an awesome overlay! On Thu, Mar 26, 2015 at 1:30 PM, Zed Martinez wrote: > > The Clem is a much more laid back, cruiserish, town bike. Upright is way >> upright. Stays are extra long. I think it could handle anything, but it >> wont be quick doing those things. >> Clearances- easier on th

Re: [RBW] Re: The aftermath of my recent car vs. bike hit and run.

Sounds like took some damage yourself, David :-( I hope you are able to recover quickly, both mentally and physically, from this trauma. Just awful to read... I'd go straight to Mark Nobilette: http://www.coloradoframebuilders.com/nobilette/ But if you want to stay on the east coast, can't go wro

Re: [RBW] Jan Heine: A Randonneur's Long Rides and Strong Words | The Bicycle Story

Awesome-aggrandizer-aggregator-app! On Wed, Mar 25, 2015 at 5:59 PM, Jim Bronson wrote: > I meant to go ride my bike.. > On Mar 25, 2015 6:35 PM, "Bill Lindsay" wrote: > >> I meant cyclotourist. >> I meant David. >> I meant Redlands >> &g

Re: [RBW] Jan Heine: A Randonneur's Long Rides and Strong Words | The Bicycle Story

I hesitate to bring it up as I don't want to harp on it constantly, but the Strada Rossa was 100% intended to be an all-things to all-people ride. Mountainbikers, roadies, CX race teams, country-bikers, kids, randoneurs... all present and accounted for. I don't want it to ever lose that inclusive v

Re: [RBW] Re: Redlands Strada Rossa 2015

, Mar 24, 2015 at 10:44 PM, James Warren wrote: > > RSR was amazing, everyone! Huge thank you to Cyclotourist David for > organizing, for promoting, and for hosting several of us. And to Holly > Estes, of course! There was a lot of buildup to the weekend, giving me big > expectation

Re: [RBW] Re: Redlands Strada Rossa 2015

It was practically an Entmoot! I think the 50k could be done with a QB fine, presuming you have a high and low gear to swap into. The 40X19 and a 32X19 "regular" gears I have on mine can handle it all... but, I'd still be going slow and having to stop and change gears a lot. I was considering ridin

Re: [RBW] Re: Redlands Strada Rossa 2015

y any measure, the best bike of the day was Chuck's: https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/16872986516/ On Tue, Mar 24, 2015 at 8:20 PM, dougP wrote: > As a couple of guys passed me one said "hey, a Rivendell, cool". I > thanked him & of course 10 seconds la

Re: [RBW] Re: S48O Truncated.

Quite the outing! Always good to have a bail out option or two! Hopefully the girls weren't disappointed with the changes. On Tue, Mar 24, 2015 at 5:59 PM, Deacon Patrick wrote: > Jon, it's CR 211, which starts west of Deckers toward Buffalo Creek a few > miles. No thermometer on the tent, but i

Re: [RBW] Re: Redlands Strada Rossa 2015

t;> On Tuesday, March 24, 2015 at 12:57:44 PM UTC-7, Anne Paulson wrote: >>> >>> The video was making me motion sick, so I stopped watching. But I bet >>> I would have loved the ride. It looked to me like my Atlantis' 35 mm >>> slicks would have

Re: [RBW] Re: Redlands Strada Rossa 2015

6, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: >> >> Here's a GREAT video taken on the ride: https://www.youtube.com/ >> watch?v=qmlq_CD5FbU&feature=youtu.be >> >> Quickbeam sighting @ 8:45 mark! >> >> He really captured the feel of the ride... real fun to watch! >&g

Re: [RBW] Re: Redlands Strada Rossa 2015

Here's a GREAT video taken on the ride: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qmlq_CD5FbU&feature=youtu.be Quickbeam sighting @ 8:45 mark! He really captured the feel of the ride... real fun to watch! On Mon, Mar 23, 2015 at 10:50 PM, cyclotourist wrote: > And it was a drive, espec

Re: [RBW] Re: Redlands Strada Rossa 2015

And it was a drive, especially on the Friday night trip down through LA!!! I hope more Bay-Area/NorCal folks can make it down next year! Will do our best to make it worth your while!!! On Mon, Mar 23, 2015 at 10:42 PM, Philip Williamson < philip.william...@gmail.com> wrote: > Truly a fine day on

Re: [RBW] Re: Redlands Strada Rossa 2015

Thanks for the really positive feedback, guys! It was a whirlwind of a weekend, and I'm still buzzing from the endorphins and adrenaline!!! EVERYTHING fell into place, and we had an amazing turnout, and everything I've heard & read points to people having a great day! In addition to what you've se

Re: [RBW] Re: Introduction - Newbie QB owner

I had a feeling the Bike Tinker would be all over this one!!! On Mon, Mar 23, 2015 at 7:52 PM, JohnS wrote: > Thanks everyone, it's a great bike to ride. Let me know if you have any > questions about the Bendix wheel. > > John > > > > On Monday, March 23, 2015 at 5:41:24 PM UTC-4, Philip William

Re: [RBW] Re: Atlantis commute... first time in about two years!

René and Max: I love both those photos, and they obviously struck a chord with the flickr-viewing public! Congrats X2! Man I wish flickr would stay viable, but I've got a bad feeling about it's future... On Thu, Mar 19, 2015 at 10:16 PM, 'hangtownmatt' via RBW Owners Bunch < rbw-owners-bunch@goo

Re: [RBW] Re: Atlantis or Hunq - what's the real difference?

I've got a feeling the butting is all external... On Mon, Mar 16, 2015 at 7:19 PM, Mike Schiller wrote: > I would be shocked if they are really straight gauge tubing. That would > add unnecessary weight without benefit and totally change the riding > characteristics. He has to be kidding! > > ~

Re: [RBW] Re: Redlands Strada Rossa Ride - March 21st

We just finalized routes this weekend, and are officially good to go: http://redlands-strada-rossa.blogspot.com/2015/03/2015-strada-rossa-official-route-reveal.html Most of the conversation is happening on the SCAR list (I think it's private though, Hugh?). Weather should be great, which was actu

Re: [RBW] Re: check those bottom brackets

Hopefully she'll give you a little warning, and no surprise visits!!! On Sun, Mar 15, 2015 at 5:17 AM, 'Tim' via RBW Owners Bunch < rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com> wrote: > Yes, I'm working on a couple of bridges in CT, thus the hotel. And there > are 2 bikes in the room. My Homer and Hunqapil

Re: [RBW] 2008 time machine

Yes, 28 was considered huge! Now anything <38mm seems downright quaint! On Sat, Mar 14, 2015 at 9:09 AM, Cyclofiend Jim wrote: > Ha! Yeah... and that seemed like a "big" tire... > > But remember - a lot of this was driven by other factors: > - Brake reach and clearance > - Lack of decent tires

Re: [RBW] Re: Go fast-ish tires on the Hillborne

I have Supremes on my city bike, and they're fine. Vittoria Hyper is VERY similar and I have them on the Riv I road today https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/sets/72157650933911909 But you did say go-fast wheels, so any of the Compass offerings are fantastic and will feel nicer. Jack B

Re: [RBW] 61cm Atlantis on LA Craigslist

FYI, Bike is sold. I was trying to get some pics, he sent me a little bitty thumbnail one. I asked for a larger one, he said "Go to Rivendell's site." Guy definitely does not work in sales. On Fri, Mar 13, 2015 at 8:31 PM, sameness wrote: > Ostensibly complete bike. Decent price if she rolls out

Re: [RBW] Re: The Rambouillet and Rivendell Models....better with age

All you young kids with your fancy phones... in my day we wore an onion on our belt, as it was the fashion then! On Fri, Mar 13, 2015 at 7:47 PM, Steve Palincsar wrote: > On 03/13/2015 10:31 PM, Eric Norris wrote: > > I have an iPhone. It's not hard to use. > > > I find touch screen phones virt

Re: [RBW] 2008 time machine

Remember Rivendells that only had clearance for 28-32mm tires! That seems like a BCE funerary object you would find in an Etruscan tomb! On Fri, Mar 13, 2015 at 7:16 PM, Joe Bernard wrote: > *I also love that Riv has now been around long enough that there are eras.* > > Right? I remember the era

Re: [RBW] Minor MINDBLOWN : More Riv forks! and affordable!

h these brakes. It's just not too high on the > priority list right now. > > On Fri, Mar 13, 2015 at 12:13 AM, cyclotourist > wrote: > >> Jim, have you done a 650B conversion with those? Do the pads drop low >> enough for a B-sized rim??? >> >> On Thu, Ma

Re: [RBW] Minor MINDBLOWN : More Riv forks! and affordable!

Jim, have you done a 650B conversion with those? Do the pads drop low enough for a B-sized rim??? On Thu, Mar 12, 2015 at 10:07 PM, Jim Bronson wrote: > whos to say that it can't be used with 650b? > > http://www.promaxcomponents.com/products/p1brakes/ > > (if only they came in silver!!) > > On

Re: [RBW] Best 2"ish allrounder tire?

I am a huge proponent of multiple wheelsets. I have two wheelsets on two different bikes that I swap, and have zero problem shifting between them. One set is disc brakes which is really easy (swapping between 700X40C and 650X50B). On the rim brake wheelsets, I just make sure the outside rim width i

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 52cm parallel 2TT Bombadil Raw F/F/HS +

Fast sale! I love the raw clearcoat finishes. Good thing it wasn't my size! On Thu, Mar 12, 2015 at 1:21 PM, Jeffrey Marco wrote: > Sold! Thanks for playing. > > > On Thursday, March 12, 2015 at 1:37:00 PM UTC-4, Jeffrey Marco wrote: >> >> So about a month ago I bought a beautiful parallel doubl

Re: [RBW] Can I call dibs?

I blame the Puritans! On Tue, Mar 10, 2015 at 8:54 PM, dougP wrote: > David: > > You're so 20th century! > > dougP > > On Tuesday, March 10, 2015 at 8:30:00 PM UTC-7, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: >> >> Not so fast on the PBH thing quite yet, Justin... they're not married >> yet!!! >> >> On Tue, Ma

Re: [RBW] Can I call dibs?

Not so fast on the PBH thing quite yet, Justin... they're not married yet!!! On Tue, Mar 10, 2015 at 8:27 PM, Justin August wrote: > PBH, Fit shots on other bikes? Current saddle height? > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group

Re: [RBW] Solo winter s240 report: Blizzard, lonelyness, and redemption

Yes, thanks for the write up and pics! On Tue, Mar 10, 2015 at 8:12 PM, Michael Fleischman < michaeljfleisch...@gmail.com> wrote: > Great write up. I follow along on Instagram - love seeing your photos. > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Own

Re: [RBW] Re: Spring thaw...for real?!?!?!

It was pretty warm by the end of the ride, luckily all downhill at that point! https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/16135112084/ On Sun, Mar 8, 2015 at 4:11 PM, Tony DeFilippo wrote: > It hit 60 today in Alexandria VA even if briefly. I got a nice walk in > the snowy woods

Re: [RBW] Help identifying Nitto Albatross Material

Put a magnet on it to find out. On Sat, Mar 7, 2015 at 5:17 AM, Kevin Abbott wrote: > I have a Nitto Albatross Handlebar that I purchased quite a few years ago > and I can't seem to remember if I bought the cromo or alu model. > > The only marking says NITTO I-Z. I measured the width at 23" whi

Re: [RBW] Downsizing and emotionally paralyzed...

Tough spot to be in, René. But trust me, I/we feel your pain... I think every couple months how I should sell a bike or two. So far, hasn't happened! As to your situation, I think your biggest overlap is with the Homer & 'Lantis. Especially as you can only fit a 40mm tire on the latter. I would sa

Re: [RBW] Re: Early 56cm Atlantis on LA/OC Craigslist

That JB paint looks fantastic on there! On Tue, Mar 3, 2015 at 5:24 PM, dougP wrote: > I live near Costa Mesa. If anyone out of area wants me to take a look or > otherwise assist, feel free to ask. I did this for someone a couple of > years ago & the reaction was pretty funny when I pedaled up

Re: [RBW] FS: (5) King Cage Standard as a lot

Love those Iris cages. I think they are one of the best bike parts out there. On Thu, Feb 26, 2015 at 5:38 PM, Deacon Patrick wrote: > The new ones from Riv arrived today, got mounted and tested and passed > with flying colors! > > With abandon, > Patrick > > On Thursday, February 26, 2015 at 6:

Re: [RBW] FS: (5) King Cage Standard as a lot

This must mean you were successful in your King Iris acquisitions! On Thu, Feb 26, 2015 at 4:58 PM, Curtis McKenzie wrote: > Oh the joy! Sorry to have missed them. > > > On Thursday, February 26, 2015, Deacon Patrick wrote: > >> Cages are sold. Thank you for looking! >> >> With abandon, >> Pat

Re: [RBW] Re: Grant sets them straight with letter to editor

100! On Thu, Feb 26, 2015 at 5:06 PM, Doug Williams < salguod3791willi...@gmail.com> wrote: > Perfect Geir! > > > > Just wear whatever works for the ride you will be doing. Exercise clothes > or racing kit are fine if that is what you are doing. Nothing wrong with > bike clothes for a long and/or

Re: [RBW] Re: Paul Brakes -- Wow!

I thought pot brownies complemented all life activities??? On Mon, Feb 23, 2015 at 7:41 AM, Z wrote: > Thanks Ted, > > Sorry for the tone. Maybe pot brownies and internet forum physics lessons > are things I shouldn't mix? > > On Saturday, February 21, 2015 at 5:04:47 PM UTC-7, ted wrote: >> >>

Re: [RBW] FS? Riv Road, frame/fork, 52cm, Joe/Joe

That way everyone is happy!!! :-) On Mon, Feb 16, 2015 at 10:09 PM, Mark R. wrote: > Yes, double top tube. It's removable, too > > Mark > Www.youtube.com/howtostretch > SDCA > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To unsub

Re: [RBW] (f)Atlantis gets a new look

Exactly what has been said, but again for emphasis!!! On Mon, Feb 16, 2015 at 9:13 PM, Mike Williams wrote: > Nice nice set up man!! > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Feb 17, 2015, at 2:36 PM, Mark Reimer wrote: > > I got a deal on a pair of Albatross bars from my LBS so I had to give it a > try.

Re: [RBW] FS? Riv Road, frame/fork, 52cm, Joe/Joe

It has a double top tube!!! :-) On Mon, Feb 16, 2015 at 3:53 PM, Mark R. wrote: > > > Putting out feelers, maybe someone is looking for a Riv like this and > maybe I just am ready to l

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB Jitensha Bar

Like! Or maybe it's because I have the same set up and love it! :-) On Mon, Feb 16, 2015 at 7:31 PM, Amit Singh wrote: > Before: https://www.flickr.com/photos/amisingh/16345788129/ > > After: https://www.flickr.com/photos/amisingh/16553860631/ > > Still need to add a rack, basket and a shopvill

Re: [RBW] FS: Nobilette Legolas frameset - 59 cm - $1300

So trying to justify this. A size small, but I could make it work sort of a thing. Steerer unfortunately cut too low. But I'm mostly okay with big angle stems. Could sell the "road" that I don't ride so much, get this, have a flexy-tubed big tire bike... AH! On Mon, Feb 16, 2015 at 11:04

Re: [RBW] Re: Thinking of going with a raw clear powdercoat

I have a clear powdercoat (not a clearcoat) on my Quickbeam, no rust. It spent time in damp Portland before coming to live with me in arid SoCal. I LOVE the look of the clear powdercoat and recommend it to anyone! On Sat, Feb 14, 2015 at 11:28 AM, Marc Irwin wrote: > I've thought about that or a

Re: [RBW] Re: Winter/Snowy pics

Ah, yes... winter riding. It can be taxing: https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/16323835740/ On Fri, Feb 13, 2015 at 1:01 PM, Michael Hechmer wrote: > Not from here. It's beautifully sunny but the temperature at noon was +1 > and the wind chill -20. I'm cosy indo

Re: [RBW] FS: Rivendell Custom Complete Bike....$550

Would be a pretty nice candidate for a 650B conversion. BB would be a bit low, but that can be dealt with. On Fri, Feb 13, 2015 at 8:21 AM, Leslie wrote: > I concur; I have no need of it, but seeing a Riv at that price, I was > even considering it, even if I just passed it along later. soun

Re: [RBW] Broken Crank

Moral of story: Don't buy used cranks from Mr. Fiend! I'd love to have a quality steel crankset BTW. On Thu, Feb 12, 2015 at 8:58 PM, Cyclofiend Jim wrote: > Kudos to VO to having the best of all answers. > > I have a couple docmented failures - both exhibit that "minor/easy to miss > crack tha

Re: [RBW] FS: Rivendell Custom Complete Bike....$550

Good job there! Get him to hold it for a few weeks and come down March 21st and get it in person!!! On Thu, Feb 12, 2015 at 8:55 PM, Joe Bunik wrote: > Hey! > I'm already on it!!! (metaphorically and literally) ;-) > =- Joe Bunik > Walnut Creek, CA > > On 2/12/

Re: [RBW] FS: Rivendell Custom Complete Bike....$550

Message has been been in a holding pattern for two days it looks like... you've got some interested people (Joe)! On Tue, Feb 10, 2015 at 12:46 PM, Gregg Vurbeff wrote: > This is my listing on Craigslist. > > http://sandiego.craigslist.org/nsd/bik/4883409155.html > > Check it and and let me know

Re: [RBW] 61x60 c-c Riv Custom San Diego CL $550

Rear wheel is 48 spoked. Front appears to be 32 (harder to count). On Thu, Feb 12, 2015 at 7:34 PM, cyclotourist wrote: > Yes, I remember back in 1996 when Grant PetrsOn was making custom bikes. > A shame he put down the torch... > > On Thu, Feb 12, 2015 at 7:25 PM, Peter

Re: [RBW] Broken Crank

GREAT to hear a response like that!!! On Thu, Feb 12, 2015 at 7:17 PM, Benedikt wrote: > Actually I sent VO an email with a picture of the crank. There response > was,"What address do you want us to send your new replacement crank?" > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed t

Re: [RBW] 61x60 c-c Riv Custom San Diego CL $550

Yes, I remember back in 1996 when Grant PetrsOn was making custom bikes. A shame he put down the torch... On Thu, Feb 12, 2015 at 7:25 PM, Peter Adler wrote: > Kind of an odd combination. > > Reynolds 753 (with a French label, no less!) is normally thought of as a > tubeset for lightweights; not

Re: [RBW] Re: PSA: Are you a cheapskate that's into safety?

I'm sure PB Bikes is going to be selling them for $99, but with free shipping. On Thu, Feb 12, 2015 at 2:47 PM, Matthew J wrote: > I was so pumped on seeing Geir's post the Ikea meets EU standards > (European trip in planning) I googled. > > Among other things, I noticed there are people selling

Re: [RBW] Busses/Bike thieves

the projects. These guys > don't generally work alone.) > > -- > *From:* cyclotourist > *To:* RBW Owners Bunch > *Sent:* Thursday, February 12, 2015 7:46 AM > *Subject:* Re: [RBW] Busses/Bike thieves > > I've heard of that happening, but two in one day from one route,

Re: [RBW] Busses/Bike thieves

I've heard of that happening, but two in one day from one route, crazy! Any sort of wheel immobilizer would work good, even a cheapy little retractable cable lock like skiers use. Just something to keep it from being rideable. One of those fast cable ones could even be wrapped around the base of th

Re: [RBW] Re: Brake pads question.

The guy on the picture doesn't look like he's having a good time. Could it be due to the brake pads or simply not enough fiber? On Sat, Feb 7, 2015 at 6:14 PM, Mike Schiller wrote: > You can use any pad that have the same post style Hugh. Like Doug said, I > use the cross pad on the front of all

Re: [RBW] Re: Brake pads question.

Jason, I didn't know about this model, they look great. Basically longer-lasting Thinlines! On Sat, Feb 7, 2015 at 5:08 PM, 'velo59' via RBW Owners Bunch < rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com> wrote: > Hugh, > > Kool Stop Supra 2 might be a better option. The Supra 2 have > concave/convex washers

Re: [RBW] Tubeless Rims for Oregon Outback

I have my eyes on the WTB ChrisCross: http://www.wtb.com/products/chriscross Seem like a pretty good option. On Mon, Feb 2, 2015 at 8:35 PM, Brian Hanson wrote: > I have a set of Schwalbe Thunder Burts on the way for my Hunqapillar. The > plan is to use them on some bikepacking overnights to ge

Re: [RBW] Re: 14 for '14

And you're definitely included in the "good people" category!!! On Sun, Feb 1, 2015 at 9:24 AM, James Warren wrote: > > Thank you! > > > On Jan 31, 2015, at 10:49 PM, cyclotourist wrote: > > Curated my batch... and just couldn't pare back anymore. It wou

Re: [RBW] Re: 14 for '14

il.com > wrote: >> >> Curated my batch... and just couldn't pare back anymore. It would be like >> tossing those memories aside. I'm so dramatic... >> >> https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/sets/72157650572145682 >> >> A really great year.

Re: [RBW] Re: 14 for '14

Curated my batch... and just couldn't pare back anymore. It would be like tossing those memories aside. I'm so dramatic... https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/sets/72157650572145682 A really great year. Lots of bike rides with lots of good people. What could be better!?!?!? O

<    2   3   4   5   6   7   8   9   10   11   >