Re: [RBW] Bagmatcher Wants to Trade Carradice Nelson

[Peter Morgano]

Sure I can get mine out today or Monday.
On Jan 11, 2014 12:41 AM, "Peter Morgano"  wrote:

> I have a green Pendle...
> On Jan 11, 2014 12:17 AM, "Eric Norris"  wrote:
>
>> I have one in black in very good condition. I'd like to have one in
>> green. Want to trade?
>>
>> Photos here:
>>
>> http://www.flickr.com/photos/campyonlyguy/sets/72157639635656556/
>>
>> Mine: No cuts or damage; lightly used. Yours: Hopefully the same.
>>
>>  --Eric
>> campyonly...@me.com
>> www.campyonly.com
>> www.wheelsnorth.org
>> Blog: http://campyonlyguy.blogspot.com
>> Twitter: @campyonlyguy
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Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell "SimpleBeam" - New Model - Call for the Seriously InterestedB

[Peter Pesce]

Eric

I'm going to put a freewheel on it. The idea of having the pawls in the 
replaceable part just makes so much sense to me. I think a "direct drive with 
helper gears" set up will work perfectly for my commuting and utility needs. 

Pete in CT

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[RBW] Now my Pop's Windsor looks a lot like a Rivendell

[Bill Lindsay]

Some NOS Campy headset bearings came in and allowed me to get the entire 
front end of my Pop's Windsor together.  Now it looks like a bike:




Tons more pictures in my Windsor 
Set.  
Scroll to the bottom for the most recent.  Still a lot of work remains.  
Polishing up the brake calipers is next.  

Wish me luck today.  San Francisco Randonneurs 100k.  First lengthy ride of 
the year.  Talk about scrubbing off rust!

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[RBW] Re: Now my Pop's Windsor looks a lot like a Rivendell

[Montclair BobbyB]

Looks awesome Bill !

On Saturday, January 11, 2014 9:23:23 AM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote:
>
> Some NOS Campy headset bearings came in and allowed me to get the entire 
> front end of my Pop's Windsor together.  Now it looks like a bike:
>
>
> 
>
> Tons more pictures in my Windsor 
> Set.  
> Scroll to the bottom for the most recent.  Still a lot of work remains.  
> Polishing up the brake calipers is next.  
>
> Wish me luck today.  San Francisco Randonneurs 100k.  First lengthy ride 
> of the year.  Talk about scrubbing off rust!
>

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[RBW] Re: Now my Pop's Windsor looks a lot like a Rivendell

[Deacon Patrick]

Beautiful, Bill!

With abandon,
Patrick

On Saturday, January 11, 2014 7:23:23 AM UTC-7, Bill Lindsay wrote:
>
> Some NOS Campy headset bearings came in and allowed me to get the entire 
> front end of my Pop's Windsor together.  Now it looks like a bike:
>
>
> 
>
> Tons more pictures in my Windsor 
> Set.  
> Scroll to the bottom for the most recent.  Still a lot of work remains.  
> Polishing up the brake calipers is next.  
>
> Wish me luck today.  San Francisco Randonneurs 100k.  First lengthy ride 
> of the year.  Talk about scrubbing off rust!
>

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Re: [RBW] Re: Crazy Idea: Riv National Jamboree

[Abcyclehank]

??
Is this idea dead or in the works still.  Trying to plan my summer vacation and 
excited about traveling with bike.

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[RBW] Re: 13 shots for 13...2013 that is...and maybe a few more...

[WETH]

I have been enjoying viewing everyone's photos.
Here are mine: 
http://www.flickr.com/photos/organize/?start_tab=one_set72157639647264786
Safe cycling,
Erl

On Wednesday, January 8, 2014 9:00:55 PM UTC-5, Meade Anderson wrote:
>
> its hard to  pick just a few photos from so many great rides however I 
> pared it down to 13, well make that just a few more than 13..anyone else 
> with a similar compilation should post away...
>
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/julianmeade/sets/72157638895721164/
>
> meade...who has taken up running in these single digit times...
>
>
>

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[RBW] Dyno Hub

[Kellie Stapleton]

Thinking of getting a second wheel built with a Shimano Dyno hub 3N-80. 
However, my rear wheel is 36 hole and the hub is 32 whole. Weird to have 
two different spoke counts on your bike?

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[RBW] Re: 13 shots for 13...2013 that is...and maybe a few more...

[WETH]

Apologies for the incorrect link.  This should work I hope: 
http://www.flickr.com/photos/86975051@N08/sets/72157639647264786/
thanks to Steve for alerting me to my error.

On Saturday, January 11, 2014 10:01:31 AM UTC-5, WETH wrote:
>
> I have been enjoying viewing everyone's photos.
> Here are mine: 
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/organize/?start_tab=one_set72157639647264786
> Safe cycling,
> Erl
>
> On Wednesday, January 8, 2014 9:00:55 PM UTC-5, Meade Anderson wrote:
>>
>> its hard to  pick just a few photos from so many great rides however I 
>> pared it down to 13, well make that just a few more than 13..anyone else 
>> with a similar compilation should post away...
>>
>> http://www.flickr.com/photos/julianmeade/sets/72157638895721164/
>>
>> meade...who has taken up running in these single digit times...
>>
>>
>>

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[RBW] Re: Now my Pop's Windsor looks a lot like a Rivendell

[WETH]

It is looking beautiful.  A true labor of love.

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Re: [RBW] Dyno Hub

[Dan McNamara]

Does not seem weird. Riv used to do that with the Ram builds. The brochure 
describes that as "smart!"

Dan

- Marin

> On Jan 11, 2014, at 7:23 AM, Kellie Stapleton  
> wrote:
> 
> Thinking of getting a second wheel built with a Shimano Dyno hub 3N-80. 
> However, my rear wheel is 36 hole and the hub is 32 whole. Weird to have two 
> different spoke counts on your bike?
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[RBW] Re: WTB: Misc. parts for a San Marcos build

[Ron Mc]

At a local bolt supplier, the hardware for the cold-set fixture cost me 
$2.60.  I was able to borrow good digital calipers from work.  If you try 
to do this, one thing to remember - once you get to plastic - a measurable 
permanent set - all additional spread will also be plastic (permanent) and 
will just be arithmetic addition.  So when you get there, every little 
addition is permanent.  So good calipers and many cycles of spread, 
measure, relax measure, until you find the yield point.  



good luck


On Wednesday, January 8, 2014 10:19:55 PM UTC-6, Ron Mc wrote:
>
> I cold-set my old bike the other night, though just from 122 to 126mm, and 
> it came out great.  You need 3/8" all-thread, 2 nuts, 4 1-inch washers, and 
> very good calipers.  A pair of 9/16" box-end wrenches are fantastic, since 
> you can hang them on the fixture.  You have to spread it, then relax it and 
> measure.  I gained my first half-mm set at an opening of 142mm, and ended 
> up spreading to 146mm to get my permanent set at 126.  
> Like I said - came out great and I felt like a pro with the result.  
> Sorry I didn't take a photo
>
> On Wednesday, January 8, 2014 9:41:14 PM UTC-6, Shoji Takahashi wrote:
>>
>> Cold set is a fancy way of saying bend it. Here's Sheldon Brown:
>> http://sheldonbrown.com/frame-spacing.html
>>
>>
>>
>> On Wednesday, January 8, 2014 7:53:14 PM UTC-5, PeterG wrote:
>>>
>>> Phillip,
>>> I have googled it and can't seem to find out how to make the 135mm wheel 
>>> set fit a 130mm space.Can you elaborate? Thanks
>>
>>

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[RBW] Re: Schwalbe 650B/27.5 Thunder Burt Review

[Jeremy Till]

Also, best name for a tire ever.

On Friday, January 10, 2014 9:57:19 PM UTC-8, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote:
>
>
> http://cyclotourist.blogspot.com/2014/01/schwalbe-thunder-burts-i-like-em.html
>
> Don't know how they'll wear, but initial blush is all positive!
>
>
> Cheers,
> David
>
> "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal
>
>
>
>  

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[RBW] Re: WTB: Misc. parts for a San Marcos build

[PeterG]

Thanks Ron

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Re: [RBW] Dyno Hub

[cyclotourist]

And when wheels have different #'s, the front usually has fewer, so at
least you're following established conventions!

Cheers,
David

"it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal





On Sat, Jan 11, 2014 at 7:36 AM, Dan McNamara  wrote:

> Does not seem weird. Riv used to do that with the Ram builds. The brochure
> describes that as "smart!"
>
> Dan
>
> - Marin
>
> On Jan 11, 2014, at 7:23 AM, Kellie Stapleton 
> wrote:
>
> Thinking of getting a second wheel built with a Shimano Dyno hub 3N-80.
> However, my rear wheel is 36 hole and the hub is 32 whole. Weird to have
> two different spoke counts on your bike?
>
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Re: [RBW] Re: Schwalbe 650B/27.5 Thunder Burt Review

[cyclotourist]

When I design my perfect tire, I'm going to name it the Obi-Wan Knobby.

Cheers,
David

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On Sat, Jan 11, 2014 at 8:00 AM, Jeremy Till  wrote:

> Also, best name for a tire ever.
>
>
> On Friday, January 10, 2014 9:57:19 PM UTC-8, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote:
>>
>> http://cyclotourist.blogspot.com/2014/01/schwalbe-thunder-
>> burts-i-like-em.html
>>
>> Don't know how they'll wear, but initial blush is all positive!
>>
>>
>> Cheers,
>> David
>>
>> "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal
>>
>>
>>
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[RBW] Re: Now my Pop's Windsor looks a lot like a Rivendell

[Ron Mc]

YEA !!!  Great work - we want a ride report.  

On Saturday, January 11, 2014 9:30:53 AM UTC-6, WETH wrote:
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> It is looking beautiful.  A true labor of love.

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[RBW] Now my Pop's Windsor looks a lot like a Rivendell

[Pondero]

Gleam in eye, grin on face, lump in throat.

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Re: [RBW] Riv e-bike conversion?

[Jeremy Till]

The NuVinci is an internally geared hub with a continuously variable 
transmission (CVT), not a power assist unit, although I can see how its 
bulk might make one wonder if there was a motor inside.  

I work in a bike shop that specializes in cargo bikes, and we have sold a 
number of cargo bikes with electric assist, an application where it makes 
tons of sense and can really go a long ways towards replacing the 
capabilities of a car.  BionX is by far the market leader in North America 
right now, but this is a rapidly expanding market and I wouldn't be 
suprised if that changes quickly, especially if heavyweights like Panasonic 
or Bosch bring their products here.  I've worked on and installed quite a 
few BionX kits on cargo bikes, and it really is a pretty slick system, 
readily adaptable to a wide range of bikes.  The batteries can either be 
mounted on the frame using the water bottle mounts or on a dedicated rear 
rack.  On a Riv, I might be tempted to use the rear rack battery, just so 
there's no chance of damaging the frame if something happens to the 
battery--water bottle mounts are often through the thinnest part of the 
steel tubes.  The best part about BionX, for me is that since the whole 
system runs off a torque sensor in the rear hub, and adds an amount of 
force proportional to your pedaling force, it still feels like riding a 
bicycle...you just got stronger.  

All that being said, BionX is still a pricy proposition, at ~$2000USD 
depending on the kit, also considering the labor cost involved for the 
install.   And you're right, Cecily, I'm fairly certain BionX doesn't 
produce a 650b wheel kit at the moment, but a good BionX dealer would be 
able to re-lace the hub to a 650b rim for you.  Considering the rising 
popularity of 650b mountain bikes, I'm sure it's only a matter of time 
before BionX offers a stock 650b option.

On Friday, January 10, 2014 6:55:28 PM UTC-8, Peter M wrote:
>
> The nuvinci is the hub is the one I most often see on the ebikes around 
> here. It's a big unit but they seem to zip around with ease. 
> On Jan 10, 2014 9:51 PM, "Peter Pesce" > 
> wrote:
>
>> As long as you attach it with twine it's Riv approved!
>> Seriously though, I think that this new e-bike wheel retrofit thingy 
>> that's been on the inter webs the last few weeks seems ideal.
>> Personally I'd love an ebike if I could afford a Specialized Turbo (and 
>> Specialized weren't so evil).
>>
>> Pete in CT
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Re: [RBW] Re: Schwalbe 650B/27.5 Thunder Burt Review

[Jeremy Till]

Oh damn that's better.

On Saturday, January 11, 2014 8:14:49 AM UTC-8, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote:
>
> When I design my perfect tire, I'm going to name it the Obi-Wan Knobby.
>
> Cheers,
> David
>
> "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal
>
>
>
>
>
> On Sat, Jan 11, 2014 at 8:00 AM, Jeremy Till 
> > wrote:
>
>> Also, best name for a tire ever.
>>
>>
>> On Friday, January 10, 2014 9:57:19 PM UTC-8, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote:
>>>
>>> http://cyclotourist.blogspot.com/2014/01/schwalbe-thunder-
>>> burts-i-like-em.html
>>>
>>> Don't know how they'll wear, but initial blush is all positive!
>>>
>>>
>>> Cheers,
>>> David
>>>
>>> "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal
>>>
>>>
>>>
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Re: [RBW] Riv e-bike conversion?

[Peter Morgano]

I was saying here in nyc many delivery guys have a nuvinci with a ebikes
setup, like this but more with a step through frame
http://eclipsebikes.com/seagull-ebike-8fun-watt-nuvinci-n360-p-1043.html
On Jan 11, 2014 11:25 AM, "Jeremy Till"  wrote:

> The NuVinci is an internally geared hub with a continuously variable
> transmission (CVT), not a power assist unit, although I can see how its
> bulk might make one wonder if there was a motor inside.
>
> I work in a bike shop that specializes in cargo bikes, and we have sold a
> number of cargo bikes with electric assist, an application where it makes
> tons of sense and can really go a long ways towards replacing the
> capabilities of a car.  BionX is by far the market leader in North America
> right now, but this is a rapidly expanding market and I wouldn't be
> suprised if that changes quickly, especially if heavyweights like Panasonic
> or Bosch bring their products here.  I've worked on and installed quite a
> few BionX kits on cargo bikes, and it really is a pretty slick system,
> readily adaptable to a wide range of bikes.  The batteries can either be
> mounted on the frame using the water bottle mounts or on a dedicated rear
> rack.  On a Riv, I might be tempted to use the rear rack battery, just so
> there's no chance of damaging the frame if something happens to the
> battery--water bottle mounts are often through the thinnest part of the
> steel tubes.  The best part about BionX, for me is that since the whole
> system runs off a torque sensor in the rear hub, and adds an amount of
> force proportional to your pedaling force, it still feels like riding a
> bicycle...you just got stronger.
>
> All that being said, BionX is still a pricy proposition, at ~$2000USD
> depending on the kit, also considering the labor cost involved for the
> install.   And you're right, Cecily, I'm fairly certain BionX doesn't
> produce a 650b wheel kit at the moment, but a good BionX dealer would be
> able to re-lace the hub to a 650b rim for you.  Considering the rising
> popularity of 650b mountain bikes, I'm sure it's only a matter of time
> before BionX offers a stock 650b option.
>
> On Friday, January 10, 2014 6:55:28 PM UTC-8, Peter M wrote:
>>
>> The nuvinci is the hub is the one I most often see on the ebikes around
>> here. It's a big unit but they seem to zip around with ease.
>> On Jan 10, 2014 9:51 PM, "Peter Pesce"  wrote:
>>
>>> As long as you attach it with twine it's Riv approved!
>>> Seriously though, I think that this new e-bike wheel retrofit thingy
>>> that's been on the inter webs the last few weeks seems ideal.
>>> Personally I'd love an ebike if I could afford a Specialized Turbo (and
>>> Specialized weren't so evil).
>>>
>>> Pete in CT
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[RBW] Re: Dyno Hub

[Montclair BobbyB]

At first I misread your question as if you were mixing a 36 RIM with a 32 
hub... NOW THAT would be something.  Otherwise mixing wheels to me seems 
normal.  I have a touring bike with 40 on the rear and 36 on the front.  I 
guess the theory being the rear handles greater load (makes sense).

Bobby "Don't (mis)read too much into it" Birmingham

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>
> Thinking of getting a second wheel built with a Shimano Dyno hub 3N-80. 
> However, my rear wheel is 36 hole and the hub is 32 whole. Weird to have 
> two different spoke counts on your bike?
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Re: [RBW] Re: Schwalbe 650B/27.5 Thunder Burt Review

[cyclotourist]

Isn't it a good one!

Cheers,
David

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On Sat, Jan 11, 2014 at 8:32 AM, Jeremy Till  wrote:

> Oh damn that's better.
>
>
> On Saturday, January 11, 2014 8:14:49 AM UTC-8, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote:
>
>> When I design my perfect tire, I'm going to name it the Obi-Wan Knobby.
>>
>> Cheers,
>> David
>>
>> "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> On Sat, Jan 11, 2014 at 8:00 AM, Jeremy Till  wrote:
>>
>>> Also, best name for a tire ever.
>>>
>>>
>>> On Friday, January 10, 2014 9:57:19 PM UTC-8, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote:

 http://cyclotourist.blogspot.com/2014/01/schwalbe-thunder-bu
 rts-i-like-em.html

 Don't know how they'll wear, but initial blush is all positive!


 Cheers,
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[RBW] Re: Dyno Hub

[Shawn Granton]

Raleigh's standard used to use 32 spoke front wheel, 40 spoke rear. I 
believe they changed it to 36/36 in the 70's. It's how it used to be done.
-Shawn

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[RBW] Re: 13 shots for 13...2013 that is...and maybe a few more...

[Michael Hechmer]

Thanks to everyone for sharing.  It's been fun seeing them all.

It was easy for me to select the first picture, a rainbow over Fairfax 
Falls, first photo  taken on my first ride with a new iphone.  After that 
it got harder.  Three trips 1:Michigan & Minnesota; 2: Quebec City & I'le 
D'Orleans; 3: California.  and of course VT.

On Saturday, January 11, 2014 10:28:37 AM UTC-5, WETH wrote:
>
> Apologies for the incorrect link.  This should work I hope: 
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/86975051@N08/sets/72157639647264786/
> thanks to Steve for alerting me to my error.: 
>

Here: https://picasaweb.google.com/110692344592863063357/January112014

BTW,  A question about photo sharing.  I've used Photo Stream but it 
automatically reorganizes photos by number.  So I've tried Picassa but see 
most everyone else uses Flicker.  Why?

Michael 

>
> On Saturday, January 11, 2014 10:01:31 AM UTC-5, WETH wrote:
>>
>> I have been enjoying viewing everyone's photos.
>> Here are mine: 
>> http://www.flickr.com/photos/organize/?start_tab=one_set72157639647264786
>> Safe cycling,
>> Erl
>>
>> On Wednesday, January 8, 2014 9:00:55 PM UTC-5, Meade Anderson wrote:
>>>
>>> its hard to  pick just a few photos from so many great rides however I 
>>> pared it down to 13, well make that just a few more than 13..anyone else 
>>> with a similar compilation should post away...
>>>
>>> http://www.flickr.com/photos/julianmeade/sets/72157638895721164/
>>>
>>> meade...who has taken up running in these single digit times...
>>>
>>>
>>>

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Re: [RBW] Re: 13 shots for 13...2013 that is...and maybe a few more...

[cyclotourist]

Flickr: easy to use, easy to manage, easy to catalog, easy to share, easy
to comment on. There's a critical mass of Rivvy people on it so able to use
socially. Hybrid between photo-hosting sites and social networking sites.
Easy to fall into a rabbit hold of looking at gorgeous photos.

Cheers,
David

"it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal





On Sat, Jan 11, 2014 at 9:20 AM, Michael Hechmer  wrote:

> Thanks to everyone for sharing.  It's been fun seeing them all.
>
> It was easy for me to select the first picture, a rainbow over Fairfax
> Falls, first photo  taken on my first ride with a new iphone.  After that
> it got harder.  Three trips 1:Michigan & Minnesota; 2: Quebec City & I'le
> D'Orleans; 3: California.  and of course VT.
>
>
> On Saturday, January 11, 2014 10:28:37 AM UTC-5, WETH wrote:
>
>> Apologies for the incorrect link.  This should work I hope:
>> http://www.flickr.com/photos/86975051@N08/sets/72157639647264786/
>> thanks to Steve for alerting me to my error.:
>>
>
> Here: https://picasaweb.google.com/110692344592863063357/January112014
>
> BTW,  A question about photo sharing.  I've used Photo Stream but it
> automatically reorganizes photos by number.  So I've tried Picassa but see
> most everyone else uses Flicker.  Why?
>
> Michael
>
>>
>> On Saturday, January 11, 2014 10:01:31 AM UTC-5, WETH wrote:
>>>
>>> I have been enjoying viewing everyone's photos.
>>> Here are mine:
>>> http://www.flickr.com/photos/organize/?start_tab=one_
>>> set72157639647264786
>>> Safe cycling,
>>> Erl
>>>
>>> On Wednesday, January 8, 2014 9:00:55 PM UTC-5, Meade Anderson wrote:

 its hard to  pick just a few photos from so many great rides however I
 pared it down to 13, well make that just a few more than 13..anyone else
 with a similar compilation should post away...

 http://www.flickr.com/photos/julianmeade/sets/72157638895721164/

 meade...who has taken up running in these single digit times...


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Re: [RBW] Re: 13 shots for 13...2013 that is...and maybe a few more...

[Andy Smitty Schmidt]

Flickr… All the reasons David said. I was on Flickr, then switched to 
Picassa for a spell, but ended up back at Flickr because Picassa felt 
lonely. 

The 13 pics for 2013 is a fun way to summarize and look back… both at my 
own trips/pics and others. "Hey I remember seeing these the first time 
around." We really do have a great community on this list. 

--Smitty
  

On Saturday, January 11, 2014 9:44:22 AM UTC-8, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote:
>
> Flickr: easy to use, easy to manage, easy to catalog, easy to share, easy 
> to comment on. There's a critical mass of Rivvy people on it so able to use 
> socially. Hybrid between photo-hosting sites and social networking sites. 
> Easy to fall into a rabbit hold of looking at gorgeous photos.
>
> Cheers,
> David
>
> "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal
>
>
>
>
>
> On Sat, Jan 11, 2014 at 9:20 AM, Michael Hechmer 
> 
> > wrote:
>
>> Thanks to everyone for sharing.  It's been fun seeing them all.
>>
>> It was easy for me to select the first picture, a rainbow over Fairfax 
>> Falls, first photo  taken on my first ride with a new iphone.  After that 
>> it got harder.  Three trips 1:Michigan & Minnesota; 2: Quebec City & I'le 
>> D'Orleans; 3: California.  and of course VT.
>>
>>
>> On Saturday, January 11, 2014 10:28:37 AM UTC-5, WETH wrote:
>>
>>> Apologies for the incorrect link.  This should work I hope: 
>>> http://www.flickr.com/photos/86975051@N08/sets/72157639647264786/
>>> thanks to Steve for alerting me to my error.: 
>>>
>>
>> Here: https://picasaweb.google.com/110692344592863063357/January112014
>>
>> BTW,  A question about photo sharing.  I've used Photo Stream but it 
>> automatically reorganizes photos by number.  So I've tried Picassa but see 
>> most everyone else uses Flicker.  Why?
>>
>> Michael 
>>
>>>
>>> On Saturday, January 11, 2014 10:01:31 AM UTC-5, WETH wrote:

 I have been enjoying viewing everyone's photos.
 Here are mine: 
 http://www.flickr.com/photos/organize/?start_tab=one_
 set72157639647264786
 Safe cycling,
 Erl

 On Wednesday, January 8, 2014 9:00:55 PM UTC-5, Meade Anderson wrote:
>
> its hard to  pick just a few photos from so many great rides however I 
> pared it down to 13, well make that just a few more than 13..anyone else 
> with a similar compilation should post away...
>
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/julianmeade/sets/72157638895721164/
>
> meade...who has taken up running in these single digit times...
>
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[RBW] Vending machine for cyclists

[Lynne Fitz]

that is so cool.  I'd like to see them in remote locations, like, say, along 
Lake Crescent in the Olympic National Park, or something like that.  But as to 
the other point, that touring w/650B tires is chancy - I have taken my bikes 
(Riv Bleriot and Sweetpea) to faraway places, on brevets, and so on.  I do 
always carry a spare tire, because when that flat happens in the dark and rain, 
it is challenging to find the wire or bit of glass.  Better to fish it out in a 
convenience store or fast food place later :-)

That said, in over 6 years of riding 650B bikes, I really don't get many flats, 
and only once (within 2 miles of my house) had a tire-destroying event - 
somehow the brake had gotten misaligned and rubbed through the sidewall.  The 
spare tire can get me to a place where I could order a replacement if I needed. 
 Or, in these modern times, order it from my cell phone for delivery to my next 
destination :-)

As I am sure has been mentioned before, 26x1.25" tubes work perfectly.

Running the Soma tires at the moment - probably up to 3000 miles, no flats yet. 
 The Hutchinsons before that were pretty bombproof, and Jan said I ran the rear 
tire down to a scarily thin amount of tread.

Been commuting with a used Michelin Axial Raid and Michelin Megamium on the 
Riv, maybe one flat in a couple of years.

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[RBW] Sackville Medium Saddle Bag: Do They come in Black?

[Brian Campbell]

I saw the website offerings and was wondering if they were or will be 
available in black?

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[RBW] Re: Vending machine for cyclists

[Tony]

It would be even better with one of these nearby ~Tony



http://www.dero.com/products/fixit/

On Friday, January 10, 2014 5:28:48 PM UTC-8, Bill Lindsay wrote:
>
> We had a thread the other day where the point was made that 650B is risky 
> to tour with because most shops don't have 650B tires and tubes.  
>
> Even if a shop has what you need, you aren't always near the shop when 
> it's open, especially if you are a long distance rider on tour or a brevet. 
>  Well, check this out.  Mikes Bikes in Sausalito, which SF Randonneur 
> riders frequently pass when it's closed, has a vending machine!  Bars, 
> gels, of course but also tubes, cables, brake pads, patches.  That is so 
> killer, I'm having a hard time finding the words for it.  24/7 access.  If 
> only there were a few hundred thousand more of them scattered about.  Haha!
>
>
> 
>
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[RBW] Re: Schwalbe 650B/27.5 Thunder Burt Review

[dougP]

"Thunder Burt" is probably the name for North America, and they're "Thunder 
Thor" or some other European mythical character in Germany.  

Yea, Obi Wan Knobby would be cool.  Just watch those movie people & their 
IP lawyers!  

dougP

On Friday, January 10, 2014 9:57:19 PM UTC-8, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote:
>
>
> http://cyclotourist.blogspot.com/2014/01/schwalbe-thunder-burts-i-like-em.html
>
> Don't know how they'll wear, but initial blush is all positive!
>
>
> Cheers,
> David
>
> "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal
>
>
>
>  

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Re: [RBW] Re: Schwalbe 650B/27.5 Thunder Burt Review

[David Yu Greenblatt]

No, the best named tire ever comes into existence when you use a marker to
change the last R to a T.

David G in SD



On Sat, Jan 11, 2014 at 8:00 AM, Jeremy Till  wrote:

> Also, best name for a tire ever.
>
>
> On Friday, January 10, 2014 9:57:19 PM UTC-8, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote:
>>
>> http://cyclotourist.blogspot.com/2014/01/schwalbe-thunder-
>> burts-i-like-em.html
>>
>> Don't know how they'll wear, but initial blush is all positive!
>>
>>
>> Cheers,
>> David
>>
>> "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal
>>
>

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Re: [RBW] Re: Schwalbe 650B/27.5 Thunder Burt Review

[Deacon Patrick]

Cheeky monkey!

On Saturday, January 11, 2014 11:59:15 AM UTC-7, David G wrote:
>
>  
>  
> No, the best named tire ever comes into existence when you use a marker to 
> change the last R to a T.
>  
> David G in SD 
>
>

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Re: [RBW] Re: Schwalbe 650B/27.5 Thunder Burt Review

[James Warren]

"The tire for scruffy-looking Nerf Herders"


On Jan 11, 2014, at 8:51 AM, cyclotourist wrote:

> Isn't it a good one!
> 
> Cheers,
> David
> 
> "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> On Sat, Jan 11, 2014 at 8:32 AM, Jeremy Till  wrote:
> Oh damn that's better.
> 
> 
> On Saturday, January 11, 2014 8:14:49 AM UTC-8, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote:
> When I design my perfect tire, I'm going to name it the Obi-Wan Knobby.
> 
> Cheers,
> David
> 
> "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> On Sat, Jan 11, 2014 at 8:00 AM, Jeremy Till  wrote:
> Also, best name for a tire ever.
> 
> 
> On Friday, January 10, 2014 9:57:19 PM UTC-8, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote:
> http://cyclotourist.blogspot.com/2014/01/schwalbe-thunder-burts-i-like-em.html
> 
> Don't know how they'll wear, but initial blush is all positive!
> 
> 
> Cheers,
> David
> 
> "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal
> 
> 
> 
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[RBW] If anyone wants a riddle...

[James Warren]

...how is the following relevant? (Hint: it's the result of a trick I learned 
from Cyclofiend.)


http://www.flickr.com/photos/46035786@N07/11892835894/

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Re: [RBW] Re: 13 shots for 13...2013 that is...and maybe a few more...

[Michael Hechmer]

Thanks Steve.  Try the link again.  I tried to change the settings, which I 
think might be why you can't open the link.  I think I'll retry doing this 
in Flicker to see for myself.
Michael

On Saturday, January 11, 2014 2:00:31 PM UTC-5, Steve Palincsar wrote:
>
>  On 01/11/2014 01:11 PM, Andy Smitty Schmidt wrote:
>  
> Flickr… All the reasons David said. I was on Flickr, then switched to 
> Picassa for a spell, but ended up back at Flickr because Picassa felt 
> lonely. 
>
>
> The so-called "network effect."  
>
> But Flickr has other features as well: groups, and the ability to create 
> groups.  Of special relevance to this list, in addition to the 
> already-established Rivendell 
> groupwe've created groups for the 
> Riv Rallies East and also for the 2013 
> Delaware Water Gap ride .   
> The creation and administration of such groups is extremely easy, and it's 
> a wonderful way to pull the photos from all the participants together in 
> one place.  Also you can follow the photostreams of other members, and you 
> can view photostreams, sets or group as a slideshow.  You can also search 
> for photos or people.
>
> Let's see what happens when we drill down and view one of the photos.  
> Here's one 
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/norro/8651662543/in/pool-2169588@N24/ that 
> was posted earlier in this thread: the Water Gap group at Buttermilk Falls.
>
>
>
> Drill down to "View all sizes" and you get links to 12 different sizes, 
> ranging from a 75x75px thumbnail to the 4000x3000 original, all of which 
> can be downloaded (unless you choose to prevent that).  I felt like having 
> a bit of fun with this image, so I downloaded a small version and made this:
>
>
>
>
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[RBW] Re: Dyno Hub

[Anton Tutter]

Not weird at all, and commonly done. Many vintage bikes were built with a 
higher spoke count on the rear wheel. My latest 3-speed build has 32/36 f/r 
spoke count. 

Anton 

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Re: [RBW] If anyone wants a riddle...

[Joe Bunik]

You finally got a bar into the stem without scuffing up the sleeve? ;-)
=- Joe Bunik
been there done that (the scuffing up, that is) in
Walnut Creek, CA

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Re: [RBW] Re: 13 shots for 13...2013 that is...and maybe a few more...

[Steve Palincsar]

On 01/11/2014 02:51 PM, Michael Hechmer wrote:
Thanks Steve.  Try the link again.  I tried to change the settings, 
which I think might be why you can't open the link.


Much better: that fixed it.


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Re: [RBW] Sackville Medium Saddle Bag: Do They come in Black?

[Tim Gavin]

I've never heard of any plans to do black.  Green, tan, and tweed are the
only colors I've seen.

I bought an Acorn Large Saddlebag in black (from a listmember), and it's
really nice.  Its design is more like a Carradice than the Sackville
"trunk" design, but with "honey" colored leather vice Carradice's white
leather on its black bags. The Acorn is built with much higher quality than
a Carradice and is MUSA.
However, Acorn's "large" is still only 6 liters.  Nowhere near the
Sackville Medium's 18 liters.

Tim Gavin
Cedar Rapids, IA


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> I saw the website offerings and was wondering if they were or will be
> available in black?
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Re: [RBW] Re: Schwalbe 650B/27.5 Thunder Burt Review

[Tim Gavin]

Just call it the OB-1 knobby.  And it's Bridgestone-esque.


On Sat, Jan 11, 2014 at 1:25 PM, James Warren wrote:

>
> "The tire for scruffy-looking Nerf Herders"
>
>
> On Jan 11, 2014, at 8:51 AM, cyclotourist wrote:
>
> Isn't it a good one!
>
> Cheers,
> David
>
> "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal
>
>
>
>
>
> On Sat, Jan 11, 2014 at 8:32 AM, Jeremy Till wrote:
>
>> Oh damn that's better.
>>
>>
>> On Saturday, January 11, 2014 8:14:49 AM UTC-8, cyclot...@gmail.comwrote:
>>
>>> When I design my perfect tire, I'm going to name it the Obi-Wan Knobby.
>>>
>>> Cheers,
>>> David
>>>
>>> "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> On Sat, Jan 11, 2014 at 8:00 AM, Jeremy Till  wrote:
>>>
  Also, best name for a tire ever.


 On Friday, January 10, 2014 9:57:19 PM UTC-8, cyclot...@gmail.comwrote:
>
> http://cyclotourist.blogspot.com/2014/01/schwalbe-thunder-bu
> rts-i-like-em.html
>
> Don't know how they'll wear, but initial blush is all positive!
>
>
> Cheers,
> David
>
> "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal
>
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[RBW] Re: Now my Pop's Windsor looks a lot like a Rivendell

[Michael]

>
> Bill,
>
I am really impressed how well you cleaned up the metal parts.
Did you sand blast them or something?

Never knew old parts could be cleaned up to such a sparkling new finish. 
Very cool!

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Re: [RBW] Re: Vending machine for cyclists

[cyclotourist]

Yes! Those are so awesome.

Cheers,
David

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On Sat, Jan 11, 2014 at 10:42 AM, Tony  wrote:

> It would be even better with one of these nearby ~Tony
>
>
> 
>
> http://www.dero.com/products/fixit/
>
>
> On Friday, January 10, 2014 5:28:48 PM UTC-8, Bill Lindsay wrote:
>
>> We had a thread the other day where the point was made that 650B is risky
>> to tour with because most shops don't have 650B tires and tubes.
>>
>> Even if a shop has what you need, you aren't always near the shop when
>> it's open, especially if you are a long distance rider on tour or a brevet.
>>  Well, check this out.  Mikes Bikes in Sausalito, which SF Randonneur
>> riders frequently pass when it's closed, has a vending machine!  Bars,
>> gels, of course but also tubes, cables, brake pads, patches.  That is so
>> killer, I'm having a hard time finding the words for it.  24/7 access.  If
>> only there were a few hundred thousand more of them scattered about.  Haha!
>>
>>
>> 
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Re: [RBW] Re: Schwalbe 650B/27.5 Thunder Burt Review

[cyclotourist]

Perfect!

No time to discuss this in committee!

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On Sat, Jan 11, 2014 at 12:16 PM, Tim Gavin
wrote:

> Just call it the OB-1 knobby.  And it's Bridgestone-esque.
>
>
> On Sat, Jan 11, 2014 at 1:25 PM, James Warren wrote:
>
>>
>> "The tire for scruffy-looking Nerf Herders"
>>
>>
>> On Jan 11, 2014, at 8:51 AM, cyclotourist wrote:
>>
>> Isn't it a good one!
>>
>> Cheers,
>> David
>>
>> "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> On Sat, Jan 11, 2014 at 8:32 AM, Jeremy Till wrote:
>>
>>> Oh damn that's better.
>>>
>>>
>>> On Saturday, January 11, 2014 8:14:49 AM UTC-8, cyclot...@gmail.comwrote:
>>>
 When I design my perfect tire, I'm going to name it the Obi-Wan Knobby.

 Cheers,
 David

 "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal





 On Sat, Jan 11, 2014 at 8:00 AM, Jeremy Till wrote:

>  Also, best name for a tire ever.
>
>
> On Friday, January 10, 2014 9:57:19 PM UTC-8, cyclot...@gmail.comwrote:
>>
>> http://cyclotourist.blogspot.com/2014/01/schwalbe-thunder-bu
>> rts-i-like-em.html
>>
>> Don't know how they'll wear, but initial blush is all positive!
>>
>>
>> Cheers,
>> David
>>
>> "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal
>>
>>
>>
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Re: [RBW] Re: Crazy Idea: Riv National Jamboree

[Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery]

I don't care if anybody calls it a national jamboree or whatever, but we have a 
critical mass of Riv types in the Twin Cities or within a day's drive. Add in 
Amtrak and a major airport served by bike-friendly transit, tons of bike shops, 
terrific bike infrastructure, flattish terrain, and plenty of lodging options, 
and we have a compelling case to have a country bike event here. I'm game for 
setting something up, though I'll probably need some locals to step in to help 
with leading rides, etc. 

Just to put a note of finality in it, I'm gonna say that we'll have an event 
the last weekend of September (26-28). If you come to the Twin Cities with a 
country bike at that time, I'll show you a good time.

The itinerary is tentative, but let's plan on a reception Friday night followed 
by two days of riding the local area. There will be a camping option, which may 
be my backyard, but we'll see.

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[RBW] Rainbow 200

[Ted Durant]

Anyone else on the list planning to ride the San Diego Rainbow 200?

Ted Durant
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Re: [RBW] Re: Schwalbe 650B/27.5 Thunder Burt Review

[Tom Harrop]

Hmm, they look like fun. 49 mm you say? I wonder if they'd fit without 
fenders on a Hillborne...

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[RBW] Re: Schwalbe 650B/27.5 Thunder Burt Review

[Mike Schiller]

Actually the names are the same in Germany... and kinda goofy sounding to 
me..   I have a set of 650B TB's also, probably won't install them until 
spring when I take off my fenders though. Maybe sooner glad to hear 
they are working well.

~mike


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Re: [RBW] Re: Crazy Idea: Riv National Jamboree

[Michael Hechmer]

Count me in.  With Saluki, 38 mm tires, and camera.  Could camp but would 
prefer to be pampered at b&bs.

Michael

On Saturday, January 11, 2014 4:57:23 PM UTC-5, Jim Thill - Hiawatha 
Cyclery wrote:
>
> I don't care if anybody calls it a national jamboree or whatever, but we 
> have a critical mass of Riv types in the Twin Cities or within a day's 
> drive. Add in Amtrak and a major airport served by bike-friendly transit, 
> tons of bike shops, terrific bike infrastructure, flattish terrain, and 
> plenty of lodging options, and we have a compelling case to have a country 
> bike event here. I'm game for setting something up, though I'll probably 
> need some locals to step in to help with leading rides, etc. 
>
> Just to put a note of finality in it, I'm gonna say that we'll have an 
> event the last weekend of September (26-28). If you come to the Twin Cities 
> with a country bike at that time, I'll show you a good time.
>
> The itinerary is tentative, but let's plan on a reception Friday night 
> followed by two days of riding the local area. There will be a camping 
> option, which may be my backyard, but we'll see.
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Re: [RBW] Re: Schwalbe 650B/27.5 Thunder Burt Review

[cyclotourist]

Good idea to keep the fenders on this Winter...

Cheers,
David

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On Sat, Jan 11, 2014 at 3:34 PM, Mike Schiller wrote:

> Actually the names are the same in Germany... and kinda goofy sounding to
> me..   I have a set of 650B TB's also, probably won't install them until
> spring when I take off my fenders though. Maybe sooner glad to hear
> they are working well.
>
> ~mike
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[RBW] 90 minute ride in the carwash today...

[rob markwardt]

...at least it felt like I was in one.  Lots of wind, rain, hail, thunder 
and lighting.  Great fun on the Bleriot.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/77502424@N00/sets/72157639669647933/

Rob

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[RBW] Re: Regarding Seth Vidal

[Michael Hechmer]

Eunice, thank you for the update on how justice has moved in behalf of Seth.

I hope and pray that you have been able to find some release from the pain 
of your loss.  I have been through my own grief, but not to be compared to 
yours.  I have also spent 13 years as a chaplain at a major medical center 
and have been honored to walk with many families through their losses. 
 Ultimately, justice, however we may think about it, offers little help in 
moving through grief.  Grief is about letting go of what is gone, 
developing a relationship with the memory, and developing a new 
relationship with life.  I hope and pray you can celebrate the good times 
and joy you had with Seth, and find joy in your life now..

I have also spent 23 years supporting men in prison - leading workshops on 
nonviolence at a maximum security youth facility, and teaching meditation 
at a jail.  Most of the men I have met have been people of color who 
suffered from addiction.  They needed to be in treatment, not punishment. 
 Forgiveness is a lot like grief because it requires letting go of the past 
and the desire to change or avenge the past.  I hope and pray that you not 
be stuck in the past but are able to forgive, let go, and live, 

I also hope and pray you are able to find and receive the support you need 
now.

Blessings,
Michael

On Thursday, January 9, 2014 10:15:49 AM UTC-5, Eunice Chang wrote:
>
> I thought some of you might be interested in an update about Seth's case. 
> Yesterday was the sentencing/verdict. 
>
>
> http://www.wral.com/man-pleads-guilty-in-durham-bicyclist-s-hit-and-run-death/13282993/
>  
>
>
> http://www.heraldsun.com/news/showcase/x1401031508/Man-sentenced-to-12-to-24-months-in-bikers-death
>
>
> http://www.newsobserver.com/2014/01/08/3516480/hit-and-run-driver-to-serve-1.html
>
> Eunice
>
>
> On Saturday, July 20, 2013 9:43:34 PM UTC-4, Eunice Chang wrote:
>>
>> Hi-
>>
>> You don't know me, but I'm Seth's partner Eunice. I have debated sending 
>> this, because I'm not really a Riv owner but thought you all might want to 
>> know.
>>
>> The bike he rode when he was killed was his Romulus. I don't know where 
>> it is, but it's probably being held for evidence.
>>
>> The other Riv bike he had, the Hilsen, was displayed prominently at his 
>> memorial service.
>>
>> I also wanted to thank you for your condolences.
>>
>> -Eunice
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> On Tuesday, July 9, 2013 1:24:45 PM UTC-4, Jack wrote:
>>>
>>> Friends,
>>>
>>> I am deeply saddened to share the news with you that my friend and 
>>> longtime Riv owner and active RBW list participant Seth Vidal was killed by 
>>> a hit and run driver last night here in Durham, NC.  
>>>
>>> The latest info about the tragedy is here:
>>> http://www.wral.com/bicyclist-killed-in-durham-hit-and-run/12639104/
>>> http://abclocal.go.com/wtvd/story?section=news/local&id=9166340
>>>
>>> Kind regards
>>> Jack
>>>
>>> ---
>>> Jack Warman
>>> Durham, NC
>>>  
>>>  
>>

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Re: [RBW] Re: Crazy Idea: Riv National Jamboree

[dougP]

You gotta love a guy who takes charge & nails a date for a party / rally / 
whatever.  And he's a Rivendell & Surly dealer.  Add to that he's a quirky 
character & what more could you want in a host?  

I've toured the area in both summer & fall, and those dates are about as 
solid as you can get to miss both bug season & snow season.  As long as the 
dates don't conflict, both the Bay Area & Twin Cities are do-able.  
Remember, travel broadens the mind.  

dougP

On Saturday, January 11, 2014 1:57:23 PM UTC-8, Jim Thill - Hiawatha 
Cyclery wrote:
>
> I don't care if anybody calls it a national jamboree or whatever, but we 
> have a critical mass of Riv types in the Twin Cities or within a day's 
> drive. Add in Amtrak and a major airport served by bike-friendly transit, 
> tons of bike shops, terrific bike infrastructure, flattish terrain, and 
> plenty of lodging options, and we have a compelling case to have a country 
> bike event here. I'm game for setting something up, though I'll probably 
> need some locals to step in to help with leading rides, etc. 
>
> Just to put a note of finality in it, I'm gonna say that we'll have an 
> event the last weekend of September (26-28). If you come to the Twin Cities 
> with a country bike at that time, I'll show you a good time.
>
> The itinerary is tentative, but let's plan on a reception Friday night 
> followed by two days of riding the local area. There will be a camping 
> option, which may be my backyard, but we'll see.
>
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[RBW] Re: If anyone wants a riddle...

[dougP]

You'll have to explain after giggling for a while.  You're making jewelry?

The coin trick re: handlebar installation needs threads in stem itself.  My 
Nittos have a loose piece that acts as a nut.  Steel & sensible as it's 
replaceable.  Also lose-able.  

dougP

On Saturday, January 11, 2014 11:48:48 AM UTC-8, James Warren wrote:
>
>
> ...how is the following relevant? (Hint: it's the result of a trick I 
> learned from Cyclofiend.) 
>
>
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/46035786@N07/11892835894/

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Re: [RBW] Re: If anyone wants a riddle...

[Doug Van Cleve]

Also good for getting drop bars into (some) stems that really weren't
intended for them...

Doug


On Sat, Jan 11, 2014 at 5:19 PM, dougP  wrote:

> You'll have to explain after giggling for a while.  You're making jewelry?
>
> The coin trick re: handlebar installation needs threads in stem itself.
> My Nittos have a loose piece that acts as a nut.  Steel & sensible as it's
> replaceable.  Also lose-able.
>
> dougP
>
>
> On Saturday, January 11, 2014 11:48:48 AM UTC-8, James Warren wrote:
>>
>>
>> ...how is the following relevant? (Hint: it's the result of a trick I
>> learned from Cyclofiend.)
>>
>>
>> http://www.flickr.com/photos/46035786@N07/11892835894/
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Re: [RBW] Re: Vending machine for cyclists

[Bill Lindsay]

well i rode past the vending machine today.  visual confirmation.  furthermore, 
i fixed a flat in the rain and apparently left the sliver of glass in there, so 
my spare was getting soft.  i stopped at a shop that had an outdoor public 
workstand and bought a 27.5 mountain tube, which fit my hetres perfecto.  ha!

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[RBW] Re: 90 minute ride in the carwash today...

[Michael]

> Those rides can be fun if it is warm enough out.
>
A different feel to riding in a rainy environment.

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Re: [RBW] Re: Schwalbe 650B/27.5 Thunder Burt Review

[dougP]

Just in case our current seasonal rainfall total of 0.97" doubles or 
triples any time soon.  

When I bought my Atlantis, I said that I would put fenders on next time we 
got a wet winter.  11 years later it remains un-fendered.  

dougP

On Saturday, January 11, 2014 3:47:53 PM UTC-8, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote:
>
> Good idea to keep the fenders on this Winter...
>
> Cheers,
> David
>
> "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal
>
>
>
>  
>
> On Sat, Jan 11, 2014 at 3:34 PM, Mike Schiller 
> 
> > wrote:
>
>> Actually the names are the same in Germany... and kinda goofy sounding to 
>> me..   I have a set of 650B TB's also, probably won't install them until 
>> spring when I take off my fenders though. Maybe sooner glad to hear 
>> they are working well.
>>
>> ~mike
>>
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Re: [RBW] Bagmatcher Wants to Trade Carradice Nelson

[Eric Norris]

What's your address?

Eric N
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> On Jan 11, 2014, at 1:46 AM, Peter Morgano  wrote:
> 
> Sure I can get mine out today or Monday.
> 
>> On Jan 11, 2014 12:41 AM, "Peter Morgano"  wrote:
>> I have a green Pendle...
>> 
>>> On Jan 11, 2014 12:17 AM, "Eric Norris"  wrote:
>>> I have one in black in very good condition. I'd like to have one in green. 
>>> Want to trade?
>>> 
>>> Photos here:
>>> 
>>> http://www.flickr.com/photos/campyonlyguy/sets/72157639635656556/
>>> 
>>> Mine: No cuts or damage; lightly used. Yours: Hopefully the same.
>>> 
>>> --Eric
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[RBW] 60 Blue Ram on Clist

[Michael]

Check out how new it looks.

https://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/bik/4280300843.html

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[RBW] Re: new to me Al Franken Bike

[eflayer]

I lied. When I went on my first ride I felt too much pressure on my palms. 
I wondered what to do. I exposed another centimeter of quill and tilted the 
grips up a couple more degrees. Also raise the seat a tad and moved it back 
a tad too. I think the grip area comes back a bit too far while the bar 
feels like it is optimal fit position right now. When I put my hands on the 
cork grips it feels as if my hands are too far back toward my butt. More 
forward would allow for more balanced weight distribution. Then hand could 
be comfy on the grips and on the fronts.
 
Makes me wonder about trimming an inch or so off the ends. 
 
I hear the internal diameter that allows bar end to be installed only goes 
into the bars so far, so may cut em an move to thumbies.
On Friday, January 10, 2014 1:52:46 PM UTC-8, eflayer wrote:

> Nailed height and reach with only one used 130 Technomic. Thanks to a 
> fellow forum mate. Gotta go ride it.
>  
> This C'dale had been converted to drop bars, road gears, and bar ends, but 
> was not much fun to ride.
>  
> If nothing else, this looks like more fun.
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[RBW] Re: Now my Pop's Windsor looks a lot like a Rivendell

[Bill Lindsay]

just wetdry sandpaper and simichrome polish.  filing precedes sandpaper if you 
want to really change the shape of the thing

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Re: [RBW] Bagmatcher Wants to Trade Carradice Nelson

[Eric Norris]

Sorry all ... this email was intended for Peter M.

-Eric N.


On Jan 11, 2014, at 4:47 PM, Eric Norris  wrote:

> What's your address?
> 
> Eric N
> www.CampyOnly.com
> CampyOnlyGuy.blogspot.com
> Twitter: @CampyOnlyGuy
> 
> On Jan 11, 2014, at 1:46 AM, Peter Morgano  wrote:
> 
>> Sure I can get mine out today or Monday.
>> 
>> On Jan 11, 2014 12:41 AM, "Peter Morgano"  wrote:
>> I have a green Pendle...
>> 
>> On Jan 11, 2014 12:17 AM, "Eric Norris"  wrote:
>> I have one in black in very good condition. I'd like to have one in green. 
>> Want to trade?
>> 
>> Photos here:
>> 
>> http://www.flickr.com/photos/campyonlyguy/sets/72157639635656556/
>> 
>> Mine: No cuts or damage; lightly used. Yours: Hopefully the same.
>> 
>> --Eric
>> campyonly...@me.com
>> www.campyonly.com
>> www.wheelsnorth.org
>> Blog: http://campyonlyguy.blogspot.com
>> Twitter: @campyonlyguy
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Re: [RBW] 60 Blue Ram on Clist

[cyclotourist]

Yowzer that is nice. Especially with the pricey sneaker pedals included!

Cheers,
David

"it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal





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> Check out how new it looks.
>
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Re: [RBW] Regarding Seth Vidal

[jimD]

I've not known how to respond to Seth's accident and the pain that accompanies 
it.
Michael's wise and poetic response is congruent with my feelings and far more 
articulate than anything I might say. 
-JimD

On Jan 11, 2014, at 4:07 PM, Michael Hechmer  wrote:

> Eunice, thank you for the update on how justice has moved in behalf of Seth.
> 
> I hope and pray that you have been able to find some release from the pain of 
> your loss.  I have been through my own grief, but not to be compared to 
> yours.  I have also spent 13 years as a chaplain at a major medical center 
> and have been honored to walk with many families through their losses.  
> Ultimately, justice, however we may think about it, offers little help in 
> moving through grief.  Grief is about letting go of what is gone, developing 
> a relationship with the memory, and developing a new relationship with life.  
> I hope and pray you can celebrate the good times and joy you had with Seth, 
> and find joy in your life now..
> 
> I have also spent 23 years supporting men in prison - leading workshops on 
> nonviolence at a maximum security youth facility, and teaching meditation at 
> a jail.  Most of the men I have met have been people of color who suffered 
> from addiction.  They needed to be in treatment, not punishment.  Forgiveness 
> is a lot like grief because it requires letting go of the past and the desire 
> to change or avenge the past.  I hope and pray that you not be stuck in the 
> past but are able to forgive, let go, and live, 
> 
> I also hope and pray you are able to find and receive the support you need 
> now.
> 
> Blessings,
> Michael
> 
> On Thursday, January 9, 2014 10:15:49 AM UTC-5, Eunice Chang wrote:
> I thought some of you might be interested in an update about Seth's case. 
> Yesterday was the sentencing/verdict. 
> 
> http://www.wral.com/man-pleads-guilty-in-durham-bicyclist-s-hit-and-run-death/13282993/
>  
> 
> http://www.heraldsun.com/news/showcase/x1401031508/Man-sentenced-to-12-to-24-months-in-bikers-death
> 
> http://www.newsobserver.com/2014/01/08/3516480/hit-and-run-driver-to-serve-1.html
> 
> Eunice
> 
> 
> On Saturday, July 20, 2013 9:43:34 PM UTC-4, Eunice Chang wrote:
> Hi-
> 
> You don't know me, but I'm Seth's partner Eunice. I have debated sending 
> this, because I'm not really a Riv owner but thought you all might want to 
> know.
> 
> The bike he rode when he was killed was his Romulus. I don't know where it 
> is, but it's probably being held for evidence.
> 
> The other Riv bike he had, the Hilsen, was displayed prominently at his 
> memorial service.
> 
> I also wanted to thank you for your condolences.
> 
> -Eunice
> 
> 
> 
> 
> On Tuesday, July 9, 2013 1:24:45 PM UTC-4, Jack wrote:
> Friends,
> 
> I am deeply saddened to share the news with you that my friend and longtime 
> Riv owner and active RBW list participant Seth Vidal was killed by a hit and 
> run driver last night here in Durham, NC.  
> 
> The latest info about the tragedy is here:
> http://www.wral.com/bicyclist-killed-in-durham-hit-and-run/12639104/
> http://abclocal.go.com/wtvd/story?section=news/local&id=9166340
> 
> Kind regards
> Jack
> 
> ---
> Jack Warman
> Durham, NC
>  
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Re: [RBW] Sackville Medium Saddle Bag: Do They come in Black?

[Allingham II, Thomas J]

They originally came in black only. I have a black Medium and a black Large. 
Some kind of difficulty with supplies of the black material led to the switch 
to green.

On Jan 11, 2014, at 3:13 PM, "Tim Gavin" 
mailto:tim.ga...@littlevillagemag.com>> wrote:

I've never heard of any plans to do black.  Green, tan, and tweed are the only 
colors I've seen.

I bought an Acorn Large Saddlebag in black (from a listmember), and it's really 
nice.  Its design is more like a Carradice than the Sackville "trunk" design, 
but with "honey" colored leather vice Carradice's white leather on its black 
bags. The Acorn is built with much higher quality than a Carradice and is MUSA.
However, Acorn's "large" is still only 6 liters.  Nowhere near the Sackville 
Medium's 18 liters.

Tim Gavin
Cedar Rapids, IA


On Sat, Jan 11, 2014 at 12:34 PM, Brian Campbell 
mailto:bdcampbel...@gmail.com>> wrote:
I saw the website offerings and was wondering if they were or will be available 
in black?

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Re: [RBW] Riv e-bike conversion?

[Cecily Walker]

Thanks for the reply, Jeremy! It was hugely helpful.

On Saturday, January 11, 2014 8:25:17 AM UTC-8, Jeremy Till wrote:
>
> The NuVinci is an internally geared hub with a continuously variable 
> transmission (CVT), not a power assist unit, although I can see how its 
> bulk might make one wonder if there was a motor inside.  
>
> I work in a bike shop that specializes in cargo bikes, and we have sold a 
> number of cargo bikes with electric assist, an application where it makes 
> tons of sense and can really go a long ways towards replacing the 
> capabilities of a car.  BionX is by far the market leader in North America 
> right now, but this is a rapidly expanding market and I wouldn't be 
> suprised if that changes quickly, especially if heavyweights like Panasonic 
> or Bosch bring their products here.  I've worked on and installed quite a 
> few BionX kits on cargo bikes, and it really is a pretty slick system, 
> readily adaptable to a wide range of bikes.  The batteries can either be 
> mounted on the frame using the water bottle mounts or on a dedicated rear 
> rack.  On a Riv, I might be tempted to use the rear rack battery, just so 
> there's no chance of damaging the frame if something happens to the 
> battery--water bottle mounts are often through the thinnest part of the 
> steel tubes.  The best part about BionX, for me is that since the whole 
> system runs off a torque sensor in the rear hub, and adds an amount of 
> force proportional to your pedaling force, it still feels like riding a 
> bicycle...you just got stronger.  
>
> All that being said, BionX is still a pricy proposition, at ~$2000USD 
> depending on the kit, also considering the labor cost involved for the 
> install.   And you're right, Cecily, I'm fairly certain BionX doesn't 
> produce a 650b wheel kit at the moment, but a good BionX dealer would be 
> able to re-lace the hub to a 650b rim for you.  Considering the rising 
> popularity of 650b mountain bikes, I'm sure it's only a matter of time 
> before BionX offers a stock 650b option.
>
> On Friday, January 10, 2014 6:55:28 PM UTC-8, Peter M wrote:
>>
>> The nuvinci is the hub is the one I most often see on the ebikes around 
>> here. It's a big unit but they seem to zip around with ease. 
>> On Jan 10, 2014 9:51 PM, "Peter Pesce"  wrote:
>>
>>> As long as you attach it with twine it's Riv approved!
>>> Seriously though, I think that this new e-bike wheel retrofit thingy 
>>> that's been on the inter webs the last few weeks seems ideal.
>>> Personally I'd love an ebike if I could afford a Specialized Turbo (and 
>>> Specialized weren't so evil).
>>>
>>> Pete in CT
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Re: [RBW] Re: Schwalbe 650B/27.5 Thunder Burt Review

[Mike Schiller]

You inlanders don't have to deal with coastal fog. When it comes in the 
roads get all wet, especially in shady sections.  It's my cross to bear.

~mike
Carlsbad Ca.

On Saturday, January 11, 2014 4:27:28 PM UTC-8, dougP wrote:
>
> Just in case our current seasonal rainfall total of 0.97" doubles or 
> triples any time soon.  
>
> When I bought my Atlantis, I said that I would put fenders on next time we 
> got a wet winter.  11 years later it remains un-fendered.  
>
> dougP
>
> On Saturday, January 11, 2014 3:47:53 PM UTC-8, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote:
>>
>> Good idea to keep the fenders on this Winter...
>>
>> Cheers,
>> David
>>
>> "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal
>>
>>
>>
>>  
>>
>> On Sat, Jan 11, 2014 at 3:34 PM, Mike Schiller 
>> wrote:
>>
>>> Actually the names are the same in Germany... and kinda goofy sounding 
>>> to me..   I have a set of 650B TB's also, probably won't install them until 
>>> spring when I take off my fenders though. Maybe sooner glad to hear 
>>> they are working well.
>>>
>>> ~mike
>>>
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[RBW] If anyone wants a riddle...

[velomann]

Spreading a stem. Been there. You're supposed to aim for the president's nose.

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[RBW] FS/FT Sam Hillborne 60cm

[Mattt]

>
> Had no luck selling it so far.  I am willing to trade for 64cm Quickbeam.  
> I had a 62cm Quickbeam that I sold two years ago because it was a tad too 
> small.  I want to go back to singlespeed/fixed.
>
For a trade of frame only, it would be plus cash.  If built up, may be plus 
cash depending on components.

If nothing comes of it soon, I am making my Hillborne into a singlespeed 
for the fun of it.  Maybe none one will take my offer because 
the world wants to see a fixed Sam running around.

Here is a link of pictures.  Craigslist link above has list of components.

https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=0B3njnWUSiXUHNFZNZkFmenloREE&usp=sharing


Matt

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[RBW] Enjoying my Roadeo today

[Don Compton]

I let myself get really out of shape ( weak legs, weight gain ). I have 
been riding my Hampsten Ti bike to try to compensate, to no avail. Well 
today, I rode the Roadeo. It felt like I had returned home. I really 
slacked off in 2013, rode easily and gained weight. Riding with with my 
club mates, I just was trying to lessen the pain by riding my lighter Ti 
bike. Bottom line( hopefully) I will lose a few pounds and  be riding the 
Roadeo with no fear in the hills.
Don

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[RBW] Re: Riv e-bike conversion?

[Joe Bernard]

I can see cyclists having qualms about e-bikes operated with a throttle 
like a motorcycle, but the pedal-assist variety is very nice. I recently 
picked up a no-name (read, Chinese) electric-assist folder off Craigslist 
just to see what it's all about, and I love it. I live at the top of a 
monster hill, and there are days I just don't want to end a ride on that 
thing under my own (meager) power. The electric makes it possible to still 
get a decent ride in, but on an artificially flattened terrain. 

One option you may want to look at is a Hilltopper replacement front wheel 
if you have a 700 or 26-inch-wheel Riv. It's a relatively low cost (and 
power) fully reversible application 
http://www.electric-bike-kit.com/hill-topper.aspx. It does exactly what the 
name implies: A little boost over the hill. 

Joe "I can't get 'ny mo' powah, Captain!" Bernard
Vallejo, CA.

On Friday, January 10, 2014 2:01:36 PM UTC-8, Cecily Walker wrote:

> I know the very idea is anathema, but has anyone had any experience with 
> converting a Rivendell bike of any model to an e-bike?
>
> Thanks,
> Cecily
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[RBW] Fun on today's wet Brevet

[BSWP]

I rode with the SF Randonneurs today, the 117k brevet from Golden Gate 
Bridge to Point Reyes Station, and back. Same route as I did with them last 
June, but so much cooler this time, which - no surprise? - made the hills 
seem quite a bit easier. RBW was well represented, with two Sam Hillbornes, 
my LongLow, and a beautiful Saluki with centerpulls. Maybe one or two more 
Rivs, but a quite swarm of steel-framed bikes on the ride. Was it raining, 
or just drenching fog? In any case, my wool layers top to bottom kept me 
warm, if a bit sweaty wet, and the rain was not such a problem.

- Andrew, Berkeley

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[RBW] Re: Fun on today's wet Brevet

[Michael]

> Congrats on the brevet. I am always impressed at distance riders. Thanks 
> for sharing. Must have been cool with the steel herd all around you!
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[RBW] Re: Enjoying my Roadeo today

[Michael]

>
> Got any pics of the Roadeo?
>
Glad you are enjoying it! 

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[RBW] Re: FS: Bleriot frame/fork/headset 55, help me finance a Cheviot!

[Michael]

What's the seat tube and top tubes measure-c-c?
I can measure my 55 Bleriot to confirm what you have.

On Sunday, January 5, 2014 6:42:51 PM UTC-5, Joe Bernard wrote:

> The introduction of that lovely Cheviot (Chevy Yacht) has thrown a wrench 
> in my plans, plus the complete Bleriot isn't getting any offers anyway. I'm 
> going to try selling the frame and moving the parts on to a new one. Here's 
> the Craigslist listing with the lousy pics. If you email or text, I'll send 
> some pics after the parts have been pulled.
>  
> http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/bik/4261003799.html
>  
> How does $800 shipped sound?
>  
> Thanks,
> Joe Bernard
> Vallejo, CA.
> 415-786-4623
>  
>  
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[RBW] FS/FT Sam Hillborne 60cm

[Jay in Tel Aviv]

I turned my Sam into a single speed yesterday after a month of just refusing to 
shift. Commute this morning will be my first test ride. I ride a 56. I would be 
very tempted if yours were my size.

Good luck however it works out.

Jay

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Re: [RBW] If anyone wants a riddle...

[James Warren]

And next time I'll waste a penny instead of a dime.

Anyway, I knew many of you would know it easily, and I posted it just because I 
think the trick is so neat and I learned it here in RBW.


Sent from my iPhone

On Jan 11, 2014, at 7:43 PM, velomann  wrote:

> Spreading a stem. Been there. You're supposed to aim for the president's nose.
> 
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[RBW] Sam Hillborne- why the switch from cantilever/center pulls?

[Tim Tetrault]

Anyone know the story behind the shift from cantilevers to side pulls on 
the Sam? I have a side-pull Sam now and look at the canti-posts on older 
Sams with envy. 

Thanks, as always. Apologies if this is an old topic- I gave a cursory 
search and couldn't find a previous post matching the topic.

Tim in Seattle

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[RBW] FS: Mustache Bars, Rothko Stand, and IRD Stem Shifter Mount

[Jenny]

An attempt at de-cluttering...

Mustache Bars $30 - Used, has bar tape markings and marks at stem clamp area
Rothko Roller Style Floor Stand $20 - New in box
IRD Stem Shifter Mount kit $25

I am open to reasonable offers.  Shipping not included in prices above.  
All items will ship via USPS.


Jenny

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Re: [RBW] Riv e-bike conversion?

[David Mayne]

I just used the 26" Bionix with my 650b Bleriot, it works just fine.

David

On Friday, January 10, 2014, Cecily Walker wrote:

> David, does your Bleriot have a 26" wheel, or a 700c? I haven't seen any
> 650b Bionix kits anywhere.
>
> On Friday, January 10, 2014 5:25:00 PM UTC-8, David Mayne wrote:
>>
>> I have a Bionx powered Bleriot. Severe osteo arthritis in the knee led to
>> it, the only way I can ride much now in hilly Seattle. I got over any
>> notion of shame.
>>
>> David
>>
>> On Friday, January 10, 2014, Ray Shine wrote:
>>
>>> I have very seriously considered it -- several times. I am an old guy
>>> (65+) but in relatively good health. I don't need an ebike, but there are
>>> plenty of times where I would welcome the ability to use power assist on my
>>> pedaling.  If I only cycled for health reasons, then I would see no point
>>> in a conversion. But I cycle mainly for transportation purposes, and
>>> because there is very little free/cheap parking in San Francisco.  I carry
>>> cargo on my bike, and I have several hills in between my home and my
>>> office. I can and do make the commute each day without an ebike, but I
>>> would have no qualms at all using an ebike on the commute.  Price has been
>>> a factor, as well. But, the technology is evolving very rapidly, and there
>>> are very reasonable ebikes on the market. I would be more inclined to go
>>> for a factory build now rather than a conversion. I see often some very
>>> impressive factory ebikes on the streets of SF.
>>>
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>>> *Sent:* Friday, January 10, 2014 2:01 PM
>>> *Subject:* [RBW] Riv e-bike conversion?
>>>
>>> I know the very idea is anathema, but has anyone had any experience with
>>> converting a Rivendell bike of any model to an e-bike?
>>>
>>> Thanks,
>>> Cecily
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[RBW] Riv e-bike conversion?

[Jonathan Shinefeld]

Hi Cecily.  I was recently diagnosed with Myasthenia Gravis and needed help to 
continue commuting daily to work.  So, I converted my Surly LHT to a Bionx 
pedalelec system. I also ride a Riv / Kellogg Rambouillet and specially chose 
the LHT for the conversion because the Bionx system adds 18 pounds between 
battery, wheel / motor and controller and the Surly frame seemed more 
appropriate.  Adding that load to the Rambouillet just seemed wrong.  This 
conversion experiment has been 100% successful and I am totally satisfied.  I 
ride the light and lively Rambouillet for day riding when I'm up to it. Sort of 
the best of both worlds.  So, in some list serves e bikes are anathema - so 
what.  I see no difference between lowering gears, raising the bars or adding e 
assist. The best bike is the one you like to ride, yes?
Jon in Philly

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[RBW] Re: 13 shots for 13...2013 that is...and maybe a few more...

[shawn m.]

This is my favorite thread of the year! Everyone's photos are a real 
inspiration to me; I always want to take more pictures when I'm out on the 
bike, but I'm terrible at actually getting it done. My goal this year is to 
get better at that (taking better photos would be nice, too!). As far as 
riding goes, 2013 was a good year for me despite spinal neurosurgery in 
June (success!). I made several short trips around Puget Sound, Southwest 
Washington, and Portland, ranging from 2-4 days. I made four trips to 
Portland with my bike, including a 2 week stint to attend the professional 
mechanics course at United Bike Institute. Portland is an easy place to 
love when it comes to bikes... I finished out the year with an urban 
downhill alley cat that was great fun. I enjoyed being the crazy 'old' guy 
on the Rivendell! Here's my set:

http://www.flickr.com/photos/45524179@N08/sets/72157639677154854/

I don't post very often, but I really value this group and appreciate all 
of your contributions. Happy New Year, and good riding in 2014!

On Wednesday, January 8, 2014 6:00:55 PM UTC-8, Meade Anderson wrote:
>
> its hard to  pick just a few photos from so many great rides however I 
> pared it down to 13, well make that just a few more than 13..anyone else 
> with a similar compilation should post away...
>
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/julianmeade/sets/72157638895721164/
>
> meade...who has taken up running in these single digit times...
>
>
>

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[RBW] Visit to RBW HQ and the Hatchet Shop

[Eric Norris]

Monsieur Blériot and I went out for a little ride from Suisun City to Walnut 
Creek today—a chance for Msr. B to visit Rivendell HQ for the first time. 

The ride ended up being about 25 miles longer than planned, primarily because I 
trusted the not-very-smart GPS route-finding function of my Garmin 800 … and 
partly because I blindly followed it while we went over hill and dale and 
assiduously avoided the most direct and logical route. 

See, the shortest way to Walnut Creek from Suisun City is to ride more or less 
south, passing through Benicia, Martinez, and Pleasant Hill on the way. But 
when I put the address for RBW into my Garmin and hit “navigate,” it apparently 
decided that route wasn’t long enough. When we could have continued riding 
south from Benicia toward Martinez, Garnin instead said, “Go West!” … and we 
ended up on a long and hilly route out to Vallejo.

Somewhere out past Crockett, I finally wised up and stopped using the Garmin. 
“I know,” I said to myself, “I’ll use Google Maps!” I had my iPhone with me, so 
I again input RBW’s address and went merrily on my way. All was good … until 
Google’s algorithms decided that, rather than continue on a nice, paved road, I 
should be on an unpaved trail. I followed that—hiking up some of the hills—for 
about a mile before I convinced myself that the trail was diverging farther and 
farther into the wilderness and farther and farther away from where I wanted to 
be. I never claim to be quick-thinking when on the bike, but eventually I catch 
on.

Once I got back to pavement after the dirt sojourn (I was glad I had 42mm 
tires!), the rest of the ride was pretty uneventful. I visited both RBW and the 
Hatchet Shop, bought a reflective ankle bank to replace the one I lost a few 
years ago, got a cool RBW pin and magnet for free, and rode home. Many 
apologies to my very understanding wife for being home almost two hours later 
than i had planned.

Here’s the route: http://connect.garmin.com/activity/428443841 

And here are photos: http://flic.kr/s/aHsjQuXyuS 

--Eric Norris
Email: campyonly...@me.com
Web: www.campyonly.com
Blog: http://campyonlyguy.blogspot.com
Twitter: @CampyOnlyGuy
Flickr: www.flickr.com/photos/campyonlyguy

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[RBW] Re: 13 shots for 13...2013 that is...and maybe a few more...

[Philip Williamson]

I'm in! It was fun actually working the Flickr "sets" again. 
http://www.flickr.com/photos/philipwilliamson/sets/72157639667292146/ 

Philip
www.biketinker.com


On Saturday, January 11, 2014 7:01:31 AM UTC-8, WETH wrote:
>
> I have been enjoying viewing everyone's photos.
> Here are mine: 
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/organize/?start_tab=one_set72157639647264786
> Safe cycling,
> Erl
>
> On Wednesday, January 8, 2014 9:00:55 PM UTC-5, Meade Anderson wrote:
>>
>> its hard to  pick just a few photos from so many great rides however I 
>> pared it down to 13, well make that just a few more than 13..anyone else 
>> with a similar compilation should post away...
>>
>> http://www.flickr.com/photos/julianmeade/sets/72157638895721164/
>>
>> meade...who has taken up running in these single digit times...
>>
>>
>>

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[RBW] Visit to RBW HQ and the Hatchet Shop

[Michael]

Looks like you had some capital riding there!
Looks like a Bleri good time.

I use yahoo and google maps to find my routes.
I wouldn't trust GPS to direct me on a ride as GPS behaves wierd in a car, much 
less in a high-cost situation like being on a bike.

Can you imagine going 25 miles off route during a brevet?

Shiver me skewers.

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[RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne- why the switch from cantilever/center pulls?

[sameness]

Pure guesswork, but I'd say 

1) Sidepulls are less fiddly to set up and adjust for the average user

B) Riv had a big hand in Tektro's bringing long reach dual pivots to the 
market, so they probably have something of a vested interest in specing 
them far and wide

All pure conjecture, opinions of the author only, etc.

Jeff Hagedorn
Warragul, VIC Australia

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Re: [RBW] Sackville Medium Saddle Bag: Do They come in Black?

[hsmitham]

Tim,

I have a Carridice saddle bag and an Acorn rando bag and IMO I don't think 
the Acorn is a higher quality than the Carridice. I'm very impressed with 
my Carridice. And I'm not denigrating the Acorn quality it's also quite 
good. I do agree that the Carridice Black with white straps doesn't look 
*as* good as the Acorn in black with honey strap though If I wanted a large 
black saddle bag I'd choose the Camper long flap in a heart beat. Again 
just my two cents FWIW.

~Hugh 

On Saturday, January 11, 2014 12:13:10 PM UTC-8, Tim Gavin wrote:
>
> I've never heard of any plans to do black.  Green, tan, and tweed are the 
> only colors I've seen.  
>
> I bought an Acorn Large Saddlebag in black (from a listmember), and it's 
> really nice.  Its design is more like a Carradice than the Sackville 
> "trunk" design, but with "honey" colored leather vice Carradice's white 
> leather on its black bags. The Acorn is built with much higher quality than 
> a Carradice and is MUSA.  
> However, Acorn's "large" is still only 6 liters.  Nowhere near the 
> Sackville Medium's 18 liters.
>
> Tim Gavin
> Cedar Rapids, IA
>
>
> On Sat, Jan 11, 2014 at 12:34 PM, Brian Campbell 
> 
> > wrote:
>
>> I saw the website offerings and was wondering if they were or will be 
>> available in black?
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[RBW] FS: Mustache Bars, Rothko Stand, and IRD Stem Shifter Mount

[Bruce Smitham]

How is the condition of the IRD stem mount? If it still has all the parts and 
available then I am interested. Thank, Bruce 310-968-6910 bsmit...@jlohr.com 

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Re: [RBW] Riv e-bike conversion?

[David Mayne]

I agree the Bionx helps make good cargo bikes, but also good trailer
haulers out of regular bikes as well. Here is a pic of my 53cm Bleriot,
with Bionx 26" rear wheel, and cargo trailer.

http://dmayne.home.mindspring.com/bleriot/biotrl.jpg

David


On Sat, Jan 11, 2014 at 8:25 AM, Jeremy Till  wrote:

> The NuVinci is an internally geared hub with a continuously variable
> transmission (CVT), not a power assist unit, although I can see how its
> bulk might make one wonder if there was a motor inside.
>
> I work in a bike shop that specializes in cargo bikes, and we have sold a
> number of cargo bikes with electric assist, an application where it makes
> tons of sense and can really go a long ways towards replacing the
> capabilities of a car.  BionX is by far the market leader in North America
> right now, but this is a rapidly expanding market and I wouldn't be
> suprised if that changes quickly, especially if heavyweights like Panasonic
> or Bosch bring their products here.  I've worked on and installed quite a
> few BionX kits on cargo bikes, and it really is a pretty slick system,
> readily adaptable to a wide range of bikes.  The batteries can either be
> mounted on the frame using the water bottle mounts or on a dedicated rear
> rack.  On a Riv, I might be tempted to use the rear rack battery, just so
> there's no chance of damaging the frame if something happens to the
> battery--water bottle mounts are often through the thinnest part of the
> steel tubes.  The best part about BionX, for me is that since the whole
> system runs off a torque sensor in the rear hub, and adds an amount of
> force proportional to your pedaling force, it still feels like riding a
> bicycle...you just got stronger.
>
> All that being said, BionX is still a pricy proposition, at ~$2000USD
> depending on the kit, also considering the labor cost involved for the
> install.   And you're right, Cecily, I'm fairly certain BionX doesn't
> produce a 650b wheel kit at the moment, but a good BionX dealer would be
> able to re-lace the hub to a 650b rim for you.  Considering the rising
> popularity of 650b mountain bikes, I'm sure it's only a matter of time
> before BionX offers a stock 650b option.
>
>
> On Friday, January 10, 2014 6:55:28 PM UTC-8, Peter M wrote:
>
>> The nuvinci is the hub is the one I most often see on the ebikes around
>> here. It's a big unit but they seem to zip around with ease.
>> On Jan 10, 2014 9:51 PM, "Peter Pesce"  wrote:
>>
>>> As long as you attach it with twine it's Riv approved!
>>> Seriously though, I think that this new e-bike wheel retrofit thingy
>>> that's been on the inter webs the last few weeks seems ideal.
>>> Personally I'd love an ebike if I could afford a Specialized Turbo (and
>>> Specialized weren't so evil).
>>>
>>> Pete in CT
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