Re: [RBW] Re: Interesting discussion: Riv bikes v. BQ bikes

2013-05-10 Thread René Sterental
What a great discussion. As someone who has changed two of his four Rivendell bikes to low trail forks to try to discover what the whole trail thing was about, I can say the following in a completely subjective manner: - Had I discovered Jan's low trail randonneurs instead of Grant's versatile Riv

Re: [RBW] Re: Betty Foy and Red Brooks

2013-05-11 Thread René Sterental
Go red! Objective advice from someone who matches green Brooks saddle and bar tape to his green bags on his pewter Hunqapillar! René  — Sent from Mailbox for iPhone On Sat, May 11, 2013 at 10:56 AM, David Spranger wrote: > The Betty Foy owner in the household votes to leave the honey saddle.

Re: [RBW] Any advice for a Riv-friendly (roof) bicycle rack?

2013-05-11 Thread René Sterental
Hi Pierre, The only roof racks that work well with fendered bikes are those that grab the frame via the downtube. Of the few available, the one I like the most is the Thule Criterium: http://www.thule.com/en-us/us/products/bike-carriers/roofcarriers/598-criterium-_-598 The other one is the Yakima

Re: [RBW] Re: Large SaddleSack Load and Anchor Questions

2013-05-12 Thread René Sterental
+1 for the leather straps under the bag to fix to the rack instead if zip ties. I use Carradice leather straps which are thinner and more flexible than the Acorn straps.  No sway whatsoever, even descending rough rocky trails as proven on the last RBW S24O.  Additionally, if you have the sma

Re: [RBW] Re: Large SaddleSack Load and Anchor Questions

2013-05-12 Thread René Sterental
I already had the leather straps. Any strap will do.  — Sent from Mailbox for iPhone On Sun, May 12, 2013 at 3:53 PM, Deacon Patrick wrote: > Any reason to use leather rather than Irish straps? > With abandon, > Patrick > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google G

Re: [RBW] Betty Foy and Red Brooks

2013-05-12 Thread René Sterental
Tilting a B17 is the key to riding it comfortably. Irrespective of how it looks. A dual bolt post that can let you tweak the inclination by a quarter turn of one bolt is a must.  René  — Sent from Mailbox for iPhone On Sun, May 12, 2013 at 3:52 PM, Deacon Patrick wrote: > Ahhh ha! Looking th

Re: [RBW] Any advice for a Riv-friendly (roof) bicycle rack?

2013-05-14 Thread René Sterental
Hi Pierre, The only roof racks that work well with fendered bikes are those that grab the frame via the downtube. Of the few available, the one I like the most is the Thule Criterium: http://www.thule.com/en-us/us/products/bike-carriers/roofcarriers/598-criterium-_-598 The other one is the Yakima

Re: [RBW] Another casual Saturday ride in So Cal

2013-05-14 Thread René Sterental
> > That Atlantis seems to have a custom fork. What is it? I like how the rack looks on the bike as well. Nice photos! René -- Sent from Gmail Mobile -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and st

Re: [RBW] Re: What is the Rivish upgrade from Synergy rims?

2013-05-17 Thread René Sterental
Red Hetres on Atlas rim: Front 40.5mm / Rear 41.6mm. Difference is likely due to having a higher pressure on the rear tire.  René  — Sent from Mailbox for iPhone On Fri, May 17, 2013 at 1:51 PM, Steve Palincsar wrote: > On Fri, 2013-05-17 at 13:30 -0700, Michael wrote: >> A: I don't want the

Re: [RBW] Re: What is the Rivish upgrade from Synergy rims?

2013-05-17 Thread René Sterental
Forgot to add that front Atlas rim is 32 holes and rear is 36. Should be irrelevant, but just in case. External rim width is the same for both: 25.5mm René  — Sent from Mailbox for iPhone On Fri, May 17, 2013 at 2:57 PM, Joe Bunik wrote: > No real horses in this race, but > 1) Atlas is a stou

Re: [RBW] Re: Betty Foy and Red Brooks

2013-05-17 Thread René Sterental
Photos!!! — Sent from Mailbox for iPhone On Fri, May 17, 2013 at 8:57 PM, LeahFoy wrote: > Guess who bought a cherry red saddle today? > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To unsubscribe from this group and stop receivin

Re: [RBW] Betty Foy and Red Brooks

2013-05-18 Thread René Sterental
Ha ha ha ha !!! On Saturday, May 18, 2013, LeahFoy wrote: > I got it online, so you'll have to be patient! > > -- > 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 > e

Re: [RBW] TOC Overnight Camp trip May 17-18th

2013-05-20 Thread René Sterental
Great set of photos! On Monday, May 20, 2013, William wrote: > DOMO! > > On Sunday, May 19, 2013 9:42:19 PM UTC-7, Manuel Acosta wrote: >> >> Trip happen. >> No need for ride recap because... >> Pictures proved that sometimes there are no need for words: >> http://flic.kr/s/aHsjF8yUYR >> >> -Mann

Re: [RBW] Re: Betty Foy and Red Brooks

2013-05-23 Thread René Sterental
Now you know... and knowing is priceless! That being said, there are things I firmly believed I had come to know, like which saddle I liked and which one I didn't, or handlebar, or pedals, and all of a sudden, when I try them again, I decide that know I like them better than the previous best one.

Re: [RBW] WTB:Schwalbe Marathon Dureme 700x50

2013-05-24 Thread René Sterental
I have a pair slightly used. Contact me off list: orthie251 at gmail dot com René   — Sent from Mailbox for iPhone On Fri, May 24, 2013 at 12:17 AM, Michael Williams wrote: > Hey Group, wondering if anyone has any extra 700x50 Marathon Duremes > lying around and looking to sell. New or s

Re: [RBW] Replacement chainrings

2013-05-24 Thread René Sterental
Try Harris Cyclery. I got some hard to find 38 Sugino rings from them.  René   — Sent from Mailbox for iPad On Fri, May 24, 2013 at 2:51 PM, Art Lewy wrote: > I run a 44t outer on my XD double which needs replacing and RBW no longer > carries them. Recommendations for sources? Has anyone t

Re: [RBW] OT - Brewpub racer on the cheap - first summer ride in San Antonio

2013-05-25 Thread René Sterental
Loved the story and the final outcome. Especially the part about your daughter's part in it.  René   — Sent from Mailbox for iPad On Mon, May 20, 2013 at 1:52 PM, Ron Mc wrote: > Patrick, I already had some on order...though it hasn't arrived as of > today. I mostly rode pavement, yesterda

Re: [RBW] top view of Bosco bullmoose bar

2013-05-25 Thread René Sterental
With the same stem, Boscos definitely get closer to the saddle. The Bullmoose Boscos have a 12 cm equivalent stem.  — Sent from Mailbox for iPhone On Sat, May 25, 2013 at 10:48 AM, Michael wrote: > Thanks. That was me. I am interested in which bar gives closer reach-Albas > vs. Bosco. > -- >

Re: [RBW] SimpleOne and 700x40 Supremes

2013-05-25 Thread René Sterental
How would you characterize the difference? — Sent from Mailbox for iPhone On Sat, May 25, 2013 at 5:42 PM, Eric Platt wrote: > Have been enjoying the Duremes on my SimpleOne since it was built. Pretty > nice feel on either of them being 40s. Definitely notice a difference in > size between tho

Re: [RBW] Quick Ramble

2013-05-25 Thread René Sterental
Nice! — Sent from Mailbox for iPhone On Sat, May 25, 2013 at 7:34 PM, Christopher Chen wrote: > I took my sleeping back to the laundromat, because during my last (and > first!) s24o, the combined odors of bug spray and human were just a bit too > much. Down takes forever to dry, and the sun came

Re: [RBW] I raced my Riv in a "mountain bike race"

2013-05-28 Thread René Sterental
Great story! Love that gray bike. On Tue, May 28, 2013 at 10:49 AM, Manuel Acosta < manueljohnaco...@hotmail.com> wrote: > Pretty badass Alex! Shots look great. > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To unsubscribe from th

Re: [RBW] Re: 5-10 shoes and sticky soles

2013-05-28 Thread René Sterental
I'll echo the wonders of sticky rigid soled shoes coupled with flat pinned pedals. Until I "discovered" that combo, I couldn't pedal pain-free. I've tried a couple of Five Ten shoes, and lately a pair of Teva and another pair of Vans MTB shoes. What I discovered is that to be comfortable on all tho

Re: [RBW] Tires for AHH?

2013-05-28 Thread René Sterental
Not sleeping well is definitely a sign that you did the right thing ordering an AHH! I just swapped the 35mm Marathon Supremes I had on my AHH for a pair of 30 (32 according to Jan) Gran Bois Extra Leger tires and I have to say that the change completely revamped the feel of the bike. Since I'm he

Re: [RBW] More chainring q's: how big a middle on SH?

2013-05-28 Thread René Sterental
I think it all depends on how wide the chain stays flare out. On my Hunqapillar I had to go to a wider BB in order to fit a 40 middle ring. This was no issue for my Betty.  — Sent from Mailbox for iPhone On Sun, May 26, 2013 at 7:01 PM, Edwin W wrote: > I have been running Rivs Sugino 26/40/ch

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for AHH?

2013-05-30 Thread René Sterental
+1 for the Extra Leger, like I said earlier. Wishing for a 40mm version... René   — Sent from Mailbox for iPhone On Thu, May 30, 2013 at 6:28 AM, Matthew J wrote: > Definitely Grand Bois Cypres or Grand Bois Extra Leger. Cypres have been > amazing tires for me the past three years. Comfort

Re: [RBW] Introduction

2013-05-30 Thread René Sterental
Welcome aboard! On Thu, May 30, 2013 at 9:22 AM, jphillip...@me.com wrote: > Hello Everyone, > > I've wearied of lurking and decided to introduce myself. I'm not an > RBW owner as of yet, but I have a Hunqapillar on order along with a Betty > Foy for my wife. > > I wanted to thank everyone f

Re: [RBW] Re: Alba vs. Bosco

2013-05-30 Thread René Sterental
I echo Brian's findings and also went to a 13cm stem for the 55mm Boscos on my 58 Hunqapillar. René On Tue, May 28, 2013 at 3:25 PM, Dave Johnston wrote: > Actually in my Picture the Bosco stem at the steerer is 50 mm lower (not > 40) > > -- > You received this message because you are subscri

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone riding upright with Brooks Flyer saddle?

2013-06-04 Thread René Sterental
I ride upright on B17 saddles on my Hunqapillar and Betty with no issues. I actually find the width perfect for upright riding. I once tried a wider one and didn't like it as the wings hit my thighs. Then again, I haven't tried that in a long time and have a new never used B67 (unsprung) that I mig

Re: [RBW] Re: Betty Foy/Yves Gomez stem question

2013-06-04 Thread René Sterental
One way to assess if you'd like a longer stem is to move your brake levers and grips (or remove the grips for a while) forward to pretend the bar is further away and see if you prefer that. If your grips are glued it might mean destroying them and then getting a new set once you've decided, which i

Re: [RBW] Family Ramble

2013-06-04 Thread René Sterental
Beautiful photos. Made me feel like joining you... René On Tuesday, June 4, 2013, Michael wrote: > Looked like some sweet riding. Beautiful. >> > Thanks for sharing. > > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To unsubscribe

Re: [RBW] Re: Betty Foy/Yves Gomez stem question

2013-06-05 Thread René Sterental
That's how I also set up my Bosco bars. Reverse brake levers and tape. Smooth free and clean to put your hands anywhere! René   — Sent from Mailbox for iPhone On Wed, Jun 5, 2013 at 3:45 AM, Garth wrote: > That's a great tip if you use grips Rene :) I personally don't use them ! > I tape t

Re: [RBW] Showing off the Hunq around Honolulu

2013-06-05 Thread René Sterental
awesome!!! On Wed, Jun 5, 2013 at 12:12 PM, Robert F. Harrison wrote: > Most of the time I'm pretty anonymous when riding around town on my bikes. > There aren't a lot of Rivs in Honolulu so they do stand out, but truthfully > most folks don't pay much attention. Sometimes, however, you run into

Re: [RBW] Re: So.Cal Vs Nor.Cal Rumble ?

2013-06-05 Thread René Sterental
Sounds like a very enticing idea. Hopefully I'm going to be available when it's scheduled. I'm off on the first half of July... René On Wed, Jun 5, 2013 at 11:29 AM, dougP wrote: > San Luis Obispo is central to lots of great cycling, and is accessible to > all. It's generally considered mid-w

Re: [RBW] Re: Oiling a Select saddle

2013-06-05 Thread René Sterental
On my last Brooks saddle instructions, the message was to only oil the bottom IF not using fenders. Otherwise, just do the top. René On Tue, Jun 4, 2013 at 12:53 PM, Ron Mc wrote: > I think it's possible to use Proofide too often - there are some posts on > the Brooks England website that atte

Re: [RBW] Re: Large Sackville SaddleSack

2013-06-05 Thread René Sterental
Not the best of photos, but at least you can see how the new tan color compares to other colors: My AHH sporting a rear original color tan Acorn saddlebag, brown Berthoud saddle, and other colors. I'd characterize the new RBW tan bags as having a greenish hue when compared to other tan canvas bags.

Re: [RBW] Re: Large Sackville SaddleSack

2013-06-05 Thread René Sterental
Forgot to add the link to the photo... http://www.flickr.com/photos/orthie251/8833090642/sizes/l/ René On Wed, Jun 5, 2013 at 5:35 PM, René Sterental wrote: > Not the best of photos, but at least you can see how the new tan color > compares to other colors: > My AHH sporting a rear

Re: [RBW] Re: Roadeo Ride report with a twist

2013-06-09 Thread René Sterental
I'm sure she was watching over you.  — Sent from Mailbox for iPhone On Sun, Jun 9, 2013 at 8:21 PM, Deacon Patrick wrote: > Beautiful report, Trevor! My deepest condolences to you and your family. > Grieving is a life-long journey, just allow the waves to wash over you. May > God's healing bal

Re: [RBW] Re: HELP...last minute Rivendell paint decision!

2013-06-10 Thread René Sterental
Blue. It has that special character that the green, as pretty as it is, seems to lack.  René   — Sent from Mailbox for iPhone On Mon, Jun 10, 2013 at 8:03 PM, BSWP wrote: > Blue, it will hold its looks better over time. My 1998 LongLow (with > repaired forks in gloss black): > http://diesel

Re: [RBW] Re: So.Cal Vs Nor.Cal Rumble ?

2013-06-11 Thread René Sterental
Looking tough for me, but I'll see if I can pull it off.  René   — Sent from Mailbox for iPhone On Tue, Jun 11, 2013 at 12:00 AM, cyclotourist wrote: > I think I can pull off the 27-28th. Will need some good planning on my part > though, as the calendar is pretty filled up. > Cheers, > David

Re: [RBW] Shorty bolt for kickstand plate

2013-06-18 Thread René Sterental
RBW has them. The one in fleabay should work too.  — Sent from Mailbox for iPhone On Tue, Jun 18, 2013 at 10:56 AM, Peter M wrote: > Does Rivendell still sell the short bolt for mounting kickstands on > kickstand plates? I am looking at the twin legger and the bolt is too long > for a bike wit

Re: [RBW] Re: DIY 40-26 questions

2013-06-21 Thread René Sterental
One last detail. I did that conversion on my Hunqapillar but the wide chain stays for the extra clearance for wider tires forced me to go to a wider BB as the 40 new "middle" ring was almost touching the outside of the chain stay.  Ended up going to a wider 113mm BB and a 24/38/bash guard, but

Re: [RBW] Family S24O

2013-06-28 Thread René Sterental
Wonderful! — Sent from Mailbox for iPhone On Fri, Jun 28, 2013 at 6:37 AM, Deacon Patrick wrote: > We've done car camping with all of us, and I've done bikepacking with our two > oldest, but this was our first bikepacking trip with the lot of us. Not much > Riv content in the pictures, other t

[RBW] Riding in Door County, Wisconsin...

2013-07-02 Thread René Sterental
Hi all, I'm going on a family reunion/vacation to Fish Creek in Door County, WI. I'm bringing my Bike Friday which was built based on my Atlantis (and is steel) for Riv content. Are there any rides, places or adventures anyone can recommend? Won't likely be able to go on very long rides, but if a

Re: [RBW] Re: Riding in Door County, Wisconsin...

2013-07-02 Thread René Sterental
Thanks for the recommendations and tips! On Tue, Jul 2, 2013 at 2:48 PM, Tony McG wrote: > We were going to rent a tandem last fall and ride Peninsula State Park on > our last day of vacation, but it started raining at breakfast so we put on > our raingear and rode the motorcycle to Milwaukee.

Re: [RBW] Riding in Door County, Wisconsin...

2013-07-02 Thread René Sterental
thanks! On Tue, Jul 2, 2013 at 6:33 PM, Tim McNamara wrote: > On Jul 2, 2013, at 2:10 PM, René Sterental wrote: > > > > Hi all, > > > > I'm going on a family reunion/vacation to Fish Creek in Door County, WI. > I'm bringing my Bike Friday which was bu

Re: [RBW] Will Shimano silver MTB brakes work with Paul Centerpulls (Racers)?

2013-07-05 Thread René Sterental
They should. I ran those levers with Paul cantilevered brakes.  René   — Sent from Mailbox for iPhone On Fri, Jul 5, 2013 at 4:31 PM, Michael wrote: > These brake levers: > http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/bl10.htm > With these brakes: > http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/brcp2.htm > > I wante

Re: [RBW] Re: Riding in Door County, Wisconsin...

2013-07-05 Thread René Sterental
Thanks Eric. I'll do that.  René   — Sent from Mailbox for iPhone On Wed, Jul 3, 2013 at 10:58 AM, Eric Peterson wrote: > I've ridden in that area dozens of times. > Just go to NorDor cycles and pick up on of their excellent cycling maps: > http://nordoorsports.com/ > They are in Fish Creek ri

Re: [RBW] Re: Getting a Bike on a Plane

2013-07-09 Thread René Sterental
I just travelled to Philly on business about 6 weeks ago and am now on family vacation in Door County, WI. My Bike Friday Llama fits in a standard Samsonite suitcase and I never get asked what's inside. I do check at the curb and find it fast. As a United 1K member, I get the maximum weight allo

Re: [RBW] Sunday S24O

2013-07-11 Thread René Sterental
Beautiful! So glad you could escape! On Tuesday, July 9, 2013, jimD wrote: > Speaking for myself, there can never be enough photos. > -JimD > > On Jul 8, 2013, at 7:32 PM, Deacon Patrick > > > wrote: > > Thanks, Doug. I sometimes wonder if I should hit you guys with another > outing's photos, bu

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone mounted a rear fender on rear brake bridge bottom screw hole?

2013-07-24 Thread René Sterental
That is the way to bolt the rear fender. Japanese and French bikes come ready, but Waterford frames don't, unless you request it. My Waterford AHH doesn't have it, but my Japanese Hunqapillar and Betty do. When I ordered my Atlantis, I made this a special request so Waterford made it. Avoids being

Re: [RBW] Century ride training for the un-racer?

2013-08-03 Thread René Sterental
While there are many books and training guides on how to ride a century, I particularly enjoyed Marla Streb's Bicycling Magazine's Century Training Program: 100 days to 100 miles. While she was a professional racer, in the book she describes the plan she created for her non-cyclist brother. In the

[RBW] Downsizing and emotionally paralyzed...

2015-03-06 Thread René Sterental
Hi all, For almost a year, I've been facing the need to downsize the number of bikes that I have for a number of personal reasons. It's an emotional challenge that has me paralyzed, because while my rational mind is anxious to proceed, my emotions get the best of me every time I start debating whi

Re: [RBW] Re: Angel Island

2015-03-06 Thread René Sterental
Whichever you can find available... I stayed there once on the side that faces San Francisco and enjoyed the ability to walk a bit and have that awesome view, but it was very windy and very cold on a 4th of July weekend. We rode the whole island and saw the others, and while they each have their p

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

2015-03-07 Thread René Sterental
> like Betty is getting used? I love step-throughs, so think it's great that > you have one _if you use it_. > > The alternative is to substitute the Atlantis for the Homer in the above > calculus. > > Tallboy regular or LT? I have a thing for Santa Cruz bikes, even though >

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

2015-03-07 Thread René Sterental
Nicely worded. On Sat, Mar 7, 2015 at 6:04 AM, Garth wrote: > #4 a keeper for sure Rene. The heart loves what the heart loves , and > thankfully there is no existence of "logic' in love ;-) > > Is there anything greater than being footloose and fancy free ? > > > > > > > On Friday, March 6, 201

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

2015-03-07 Thread René Sterental
Thanks John, that's a very logical summary. And indeed, the Hunqapillar can be turned into a trail bike. I guess one way to get started would be to downsize to Hunqapillar, Homer & Betty and then continue from there. Although when I look at what I'm likely to do in the next 5 years with myself, kee

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

2015-03-07 Thread René Sterental
I feel like that every time I ride one of them... On Sat, Mar 7, 2015 at 7:51 AM, Bill Lindsay wrote: > Rene > > Best wishes on your process, no matter how you proceed. > > I recently picked up a 2005 Atlantis and went on my first forty miler > yesterday. It had me thinking: "what do I need tho

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

2015-03-07 Thread René Sterental
When I ride the Hilsen, I feel like it should be my only bike. I can't quite see myself with only the Betty, but as long as I don't do any overnights, can see myself without the Atlantis or the Hunqapillar. But not without both of them. OTOH, as someone else put it, the Atlantis and Homer are very

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

2015-03-07 Thread René Sterental
Ha ha ha ha!!! Just when I thought I had settled on selling the Atlantis first... and keeping the Hunqapillar. I would agree that if going down to one bike that could do it all, the Atlantis would probably be it. So far, I think that the options that make the most sense are: - If keeping two, then

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

2015-03-08 Thread René Sterental
ffered and come up with an asking price. René On Saturday, March 7, 2015, René Sterental wrote: > Ha ha ha ha!!! Just when I thought I had settled on selling the Atlantis > first... and keeping the Hunqapillar. I would agree that if going down to > one bike that could do it all, the Atla

[RBW] Dimensions of Nitto Mark's Hub Area Rack with Hoop MF2

2015-03-09 Thread René Sterental
Does anyone know what the top horizontal dimension is? I would like to check if my front panniers that don't have adjustable width attachments would fit. I'm basically interested in the horizontal distance between the vertical tubes, which is where the hooks of my panniers would engage. Thanks! R

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

2015-03-09 Thread René Sterental
The plot thickens. All the feedback given got me thinking again, not sure if that's good or bad... I was pretty much set on selling the Atlantis, but... the question of keeping only the Atlantis if I went to just one bike kept swirling in my mind. I had definitely confirmed that between the Hunqap

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

2015-03-11 Thread René Sterental
It is, indeed. I swapped the Berthoud saddle (saddle sale coming up) with a Cambium C17 Carved natural, as the experience of riding it on the Hunqapillar proved (to me) it was much more comfortable initially that either the B17 or Berthoud saddles I had previously. We'll see long term, but it was b

Re: [RBW] Re: Apologies if you don't like them....

2012-08-06 Thread René Sterental
What's a 280 pound guy supposed to wear? :-D Obviously the weight is not from being a super weight lifter... but rather located where these mossy beauties would be worn... -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this grou

Re: [RBW] Re: iPhone Geeks

2012-08-28 Thread René Sterental
I tried this case with my Bike Friday last year and it broke very quickly when my bike fell down after being leaned against a wall. I'm now using the Wahoo case which also has its own matching battery with great results. If you have an iPhone 4S, you can also use the Wahoo Bluetooth sensors as wel

[RBW] Rivish LBS in Houston area?

2012-09-09 Thread René Sterental
I am visiting a friend in Houston and last night at one of his friends and his wife came and we got talking about bikes. In very short order, I was recommending Riv bikes for the style of riding they want to do, but was at a loss to tell them where they could check them out or even test ride them.

Re: [RBW] Re: Rain Gear?

2012-09-18 Thread René Sterental
I'm trying the Brooks rain cap this year. Got it as a present... and am hoping to ride it with tail winds!!! René On Tue, Sep 18, 2012 at 8:38 AM, Ron MH wrote: > I too live and ride in Portland all year and I second Beth's > recommendation of Rain Legs; great outside the body water protection,

Re: [RBW] OT: Advice on trailer hitch mounted bicycle racks

2012-09-25 Thread René Sterental
If your bikes have fenders and you don't want to hang them from the top tubes (I don't!), then there are only three options in the market for tray based hitch racks: Yakima Stickup 2 - This is the one I upgraded to from the Thule (see below) mainly for its curved arm to help clear curbs and drivew

Re: [RBW] Minoura seatpost grabber

2012-09-25 Thread René Sterental
Thanks! Just placed an order for one. René On Tue, Sep 25, 2012 at 4:44 AM, Leslie wrote: > http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/tl022.htm > > I already had a bike stand; but when I saw the Minoura stand that RBW > has, I noticed the seatpost grabber, and really liked it. At that point, > RBW sai

Re: [RBW] Anyone ride a Riv-ish double crank setup?

2012-09-25 Thread René Sterental
With 9 speeds you can even go 12-36 in the back. But you'll need a Shadow type MTB RD although you can make it work on a non-shadow type by either reversing or getting a longer B-screw. I've done both on my Rivs. That should be low enough based on your description. René On Tuesday, September 25,

Re: [RBW] Marginally OT

2012-10-17 Thread René Sterental
Fantastic project! Congratulations on your new creation. René On Wednesday, October 17, 2012, Allingham II, Thomas J wrote: > Joan: > > ** ** > > Thanks! Did you see on Flickr that I broke down and gave my son Hank (you > met him in College Park) the SimpleOne? His company has made provis

Re: [RBW] A miles only cyclecomputer??

2012-10-28 Thread René Sterental
IF you own an iPhone 4S or 5, which include the new Bluetooth spec, you can buy the Wahoo Blue SC Speed/Cadence sensor. Then, if you really don't ever want to see speed or cadence, and just track distance, download the Wahoo odometer app. The sensor will keep the distance internally whether or not

Re: [RBW] Question about blinkies and saddlebag loops

2012-11-14 Thread René Sterental
I place my main rear lights on the rear rack and on the rear fender and have two automatic senso lights that turn on when it's dark and the bike moves; coupled with a front dynamo senso light (the rear are battery operated) I no longer have to remember to turn them on or off. Additionally, I'll pla

Re: [RBW] Question about blinkies and saddlebag loops

2012-11-14 Thread René Sterental
> light when I am in the riding position. > > On Wed, Nov 14, 2012 at 12:50 PM, René Sterental > > > wrote: > >> I place my main rear lights on the rear rack and on the rear fender and >> have two automatic senso lights that turn on when it's dark and the bike &

Re: [RBW] Question about blinkies and saddlebag loops

2012-11-15 Thread René Sterental
Smart idea! I like it. On Thu, Nov 15, 2012 at 1:13 PM, Kevin Mulcahy wrote: > William has it basically right. Thank you. > > Just use an longer M5 sized bolt instead of the smaller one that's in the > clamp. > > > Kevin > Chicago, IL > > -- > You received this message because you are subscrib

Re: [RBW] Compass Knickers

2015-10-05 Thread René Sterental
Jan, when are larger sizes coming? On Tuesday, October 6, 2015, Jan Heine wrote: > The fit of the knickers certainly isn't form-fitting - that would defeat > the purpose. We clarified the language - what we meant to say is that if > you wear padded shorts underneath these, you should definitely

[RBW] FS: Low Trail customized Hunqapillar size 58

2015-10-15 Thread René Sterental
Hi all, It's been a very hectic summer at work with business travel and other things, so I wasn't able to follow up on my quest to downsize my quiver of bikes and push forward with my life simplification goals. Things are still hectic, but a bit less so now, so I'm moving forward with my plans aga

[RBW] Re: FS: Low Trail customized Hunqapillar size 58

2015-10-17 Thread René Sterental
Yes it is. It fits perfectly since the bosses are higher on the seat stays. On Saturday, October 17, 2015, Daniel Jackson wrote: > Hey Rene, is that the Nitto Medium Big Back Rack (32R) you have on this > bike? Sure looks like it, but I didn't know it fit so well on a 58 Hunq. > > Thanks, > D. >

[RBW] Re: FS: Low Trail customized Hunqapillar size 58

2015-10-17 Thread René Sterental
Is the price too high or is there just no interest at this time? René On Saturday, October 17, 2015, René Sterental wrote: > Yes it is. It fits perfectly since the bosses are higher on the seat > stays. > > On Saturday, October 17, 2015, Daniel Jackson < > daniel.seth

[RBW] Re: FS: Low Trail customized Hunqapillar size 58

2015-10-18 Thread René Sterental
Yeah. It seems I'll have to disassemble it and post the frame and parts for sale separately. There was some interest in the past for the frame alone, so perhaps that is the best route. René On Sunday, October 18, 2015, BenG wrote: > I would LOVE your pewter Hunqapillar, but I could only trade f

Re: [RBW] Keven

2015-10-20 Thread René Sterental
For me, Keven is RBW. While there are many other helpful and nice people at RBW, Keven defined my experience there. Always helpful, always answering my questions with a smile, always providing that extra touch to make my experience there worth the 45 minute drive. No question was ever boring, dumb

[RBW] FS: Hunqapillar frame + forks (low trail + original) & parts

2015-10-31 Thread René Sterental
Hi all, Since it's pretty clear that there is interest in the separate items but not the complete bike, I'm listing everything separately. I'm traveling next week, but will be back next Saturday, so shipping can be done on the week of November 9 for any parts that sell before that date. - Pewter

Re: [RBW] Help with a tubeless conversion

2015-11-07 Thread René Sterental
I address the lack of compressor using the larger CO2 cartridges. Perhaps not too eco friendly, but works on the road as well. My tubeless tires usually stay on the rim after the first set up. I assume you set them up with soapy water and Stans, correct? The soapy water helps them stick to the rim

Re: [RBW] Re: Updated Atlantis build, initial Compass tire review

2015-11-09 Thread René Sterental
I love the Barlow Pass super light on my Atlantis. Definitely! On Mon, Nov 9, 2015 at 5:55 PM, David Banzer wrote: > I've mine on Dyads, no issues. > David > Chicago > > > On Monday, November 9, 2015 at 5:51:45 PM UTC-6, John Phillips wrote: >> >> I have mine mounted on Velocity Atlas rims. No p

Re: [RBW] FS: Hunqapillar frame + forks (low trail + original) & parts

2015-11-10 Thread René Sterental
I'm back home for a couple of weeks before traveling again. Reposting this message to see if anyone is interested in the frame, and other parts. Feel free to send me an offer if you are interested. Will start disassembly of the bike this weekend, most likely. René On Sun, Nov 1, 2015 at 9:49 AM,

Re: [RBW] Mount Diablo trails ride

2015-11-11 Thread René Sterental
What is this Bay Area Rivendell Riders Group? Is it open? René On Wednesday, November 11, 2015, dstein wrote: > Oh whoops, I meant to post this in the Bay Area Rivendell Riders goggle > group which is a group I started so I wouldn't flood this one with regional > ride threads. I'll post over th

[RBW] Making the Betty Foy bettier!!!

2015-11-12 Thread René Sterental
As I wait for the right new owner of my Hunqapillar, and thanks to having already lost 40+ pounds thanks to EBDJ, I've picked up my riding again and this past weekend did some upgrades on my Betty Foy, which is probably the Rivendell I have the most fun riding, although if pressed hard I'm going to

Re: [RBW] This wheelset whadayathink? Y/N?

2015-11-12 Thread René Sterental
Dyads with XT hubs is exactly what Rich recommended and built for me. I'm running them on the Atlantis with no issues and ran a similar wheel set, with different rims on the Hunqapillar. Those XT hubs are excellent, simple to service and good on your wallet! René On Thu, Nov 12, 2015 at 2:13 PM,

Re: [RBW] Mount Diablo trails ride

2015-11-12 Thread René Sterental
d > north bay but all are welcome across the bay and whatever bike you ride, > rivendell or not. > > On Nov 11, 2015, at 9:09 PM, René Sterental > wrote: > > What is this Bay Area Rivendell Riders Group? Is it open? > > René > > On Wednesday, November 11, 2015, ds

Re: [RBW] Mount Diablo trails ride

2015-11-12 Thread René Sterental
, trail, and s240's. Mostly seems to be east and > north bay but all are welcome across the bay and whatever bike you ride, > rivendell or not. > > On Nov 11, 2015, at 9:09 PM, René Sterental > wrote: > > What is this Bay Area Rivendell Riders Group? Is it open? > >

Re: [RBW] Mount Diablo trails ride

2015-11-13 Thread René Sterental
Thanks for adding me. Look forward to being able to join a ride sometime soon. René On Friday, November 13, 2015, Evan E. wrote: > Rene, > > I hope this link will work for you: > > https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/bay-area-rivendell-riders > > Evan > > -- > You received this message beca

Re: [RBW] Betty Foy in the news!

2015-12-07 Thread René Sterental
Awesome! On Monday, December 7, 2015, Minh wrote: > Leah, > > I hate to break this to you but they used the picture for the dog and not > the Betty. Ok, maybe it goes, dog, you then betty :) > > super cute picture! > > On Monday, December 7, 2015 at 6:07:48 PM UTC-5, LeahFoy wrote: >> >> I didn

[RBW] FS: 61cm A. Homer Hilsen - Frame + Fork + Headset or Almost Complete

2018-07-19 Thread René Sterental
Hi all, Continuing on my (slow) downsizing project, I've decided to sell my 61cm Waterford built AHH. The bike is in excellent condition with just a few paint chips. - Frame, fork & DuraAce headset: $ 1,000 + shipping via Bike Flights While the bike is still assembled, I can include: - Sugino XD2

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 61cm A. Homer Hilsen - Frame + Fork + Headset or Almost Complete

2018-07-21 Thread René Sterental
Thanks! On Fri, Jul 20, 2018 at 5:56 PM Sky Coulter wrote: > Beautiful bike and tempting. Hope someone snaps it up quick. I have a > saluki and a romulus that I think I'd have to get rid of to justify this > one. which just seems like a massive headache. And then the fear of > regret... > > Bes

[RBW] Bump FS: 61cm A. Homer Hilsen - Frame + Fork + Headset or Almost Complete

2018-07-28 Thread René Sterental
Had several inquiries but no concrete offers, so reposting again. René On Thu, Jul 19, 2018 at 1:06 PM René Sterental wrote: > Hi all, > > Continuing on my (slow) downsizing project, I've decided to sell my 61cm > Waterford built AHH. The bike is in excellent condition with j

[RBW] Re: Bump FS: 61cm A. Homer Hilsen - Frame + Fork + Headset or Almost Complete

2018-08-09 Thread René Sterental
Sold: Frame, fork, headset, rack, fenders, tires and cages. Wheels, crankset, shifters, derailers, bottom bracket, cassette still available. René On Sat, Jul 28, 2018 at 1:08 PM René Sterental wrote: > Had several inquiries but no concrete offers, so reposting again. > > René > &

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell West and East Meet Up

2018-08-09 Thread René Sterental
Wonderful! On Wed, Aug 8, 2018 at 9:17 AM T Cal wrote: > Thank you for sharing -- I really enjoyed looking through the photos. > I've never been to Japan, but it is on my bucket list. > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. >

[RBW] Re: Bump - FS: 61cm Waterford Atlantis frame, low trail custom fork and CK headset - $1,500 OBO

2018-04-01 Thread René Sterental
Sold. On Thu, Mar 22, 2018 at 5:31 PM René Sterental wrote: > Hi all, > > The upcoming lower cost Taiwanese Atlantii calls for a reduction in the > asking price for my beloved frame. Now asking $1500 including shipping to > CONUSA or pickup in the SF South Bay for $1400. >

[RBW] Re: Low Trail 61 cm Atlantis frame, fork and CK headset for sale - 700c

2018-04-01 Thread René Sterental
Sold. On Mon, Dec 25, 2017 at 4:34 PM René Sterental wrote: > Hi all, > > Hope everyone has had a very hice holiday! > > I’ve decided to break down the bike and move some of the parts to my > Homer, so in this post I’m offering my custom painted (original color but > custom

Re: [RBW] Hunqabeam Quickapillar Frame Finished!

2018-04-25 Thread René Sterental
Wow! Just awesome. On Wed, Apr 25, 2018 at 9:22 AM, Deacon Patrick wrote: > Carla, Mark only swapped out the verticals dropouts for the track style > Quickbeam dropouts. Had I been thinking it through better I would have also > had him remove the derailire cable guides and downtube shifting post

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