[RBW] Re: USBR 35 - west coast of Michigan

[shawn]

Kelly,
Looks like a great ride thus far. Stay safe.

On Wednesday, August 14, 2013 7:00:19 PM UTC-4, Kelly wrote:
>
> Though we regularly end up off route to explore we are having a great time.
>
> Som notes if you wish to do this.
>
> There are no markings along the way so get the IMO file and the PDF.  Note 
> they don't match either but both work.   If you like exacting directions 
> and no exploring ...maybe not for you.
>
> So far three days in we've had most light head winds and one day of rain. 
>  Hmmm four days
>
> It's a fabulous ride to date...
>
> Here are some photos so far..
>
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/9510470047/
>
> Kelly
>
> PS. We are in Ludington this evening and headed for Pierpoint tomorrow..
> We are heading to Sault Ste Marie
>
>

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[RBW] Re: That Betty Foy is some bicycle!

[shawn]

Cecily,
Congratulations on the new Betty Foy. It is a great bike. My wife 
absolutely loves her's. Here is a link to some pics of her pride and joy.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/greenwayrider/sets/72157632720988872/

On Sunday, August 18, 2013 12:43:46 AM UTC-4, Cecily Walker wrote:
>
> I had very high expectations of this bike, and I'm happy to say that it 
> has met every one. It rides smoother -- and faster! -- than any other bike 
> I've ever owned. I smiled the whole way from the bike shop. Tomorrow I'm 
> setting off on a 25km slow bike tour around some farms out in the country. 
> I'll probably have more to say then, but as of right now, I'm in love with 
> this bike, and I'm glad I finally decided to make this purchase.
>
> The guys at Dream Cycle actually thanked me for bringing the bike to their 
> shop to work on. They said the bike made them smile whenever they looked at 
> it, and as they were building it, they found new things to love about her. 
>
> Most of the components are different than those sold in Riv's stock build 
> kit. I ultimately didn't save any on the cost of the parts, but I did keep 
> from getting hit with a $350 tax bill by buying the parts locally. A 
> screenshot of the build can be found in this flickr set: 
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/cecily/sets/72157635020456860/
>
>
> More photos are to come, but I had to share this one a friend posted of 
> me. If you look closely, you'll see just how big the smile on my face is. 
>
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/cecily/9533259489/
>
> Happy riding,
> Cecily
>

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[RBW] Re: Tips for Bikepacking with a backpack?

[shawn]

Patrick,
I haven't tried bikepaking with backpack, but when I was in the military we 
skied with very heavy backpacks and it was so very important to back the 
heavy items down low. So I think your "back heavy bits down low" is very 
sound advice. 

On Friday, September 6, 2013 1:51:13 PM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote:
>
> A friend of mine (I know, hard to believe I'd have any, but there's one 
> born every minute!) is pondering joining me for a two night ramble on Pikes 
> Peak starting Monday. His bike isn't set up with a rack and he has no 
> panniers, so he'll be wearing his backpack.
>
> Anyone done this? Tips? The whole thing sounds unwieldy to me, but the 
> good news is it's only a few miles in to base camp and then we play from 
> there. My main advice to him is pack as light as he can while still 
> bringing what he needs, and pack with the heavy bits down low.
>
> With abandon,
> Patrick
>
> *www.MindYourHeadCoop.org*
> *www.OurHolyConception.org*
>  
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[RBW] Re: game changer dyno hub, bikes, cars, being green etc.

[Shawn]

Charlie,
Being a little picky here, but fossil fuels will never totally run
out. Peak Oil is about extraction not keeping up with demand and
energy returned on energy invested (EROEI). IMO our biggest concern
with Peak Oil and recourse depletion should be with the warfare that
will accompany the competition between nations rushing to secure
access to the remaining resources. If you have not read the 2010 Joint
Operating Environment (JOE), published by JFCOM, I urge you to do so.
In the report the military says, “By 2012, surplus oil production
capacity could entirely disappear, and as early as 2015, the shortfall
in output could reach nearly 10 MBD” The military goes on to say that
humanity's next few decades will be filled with warfare. The German
Bundeswehr has given a similar assessment of the world energy
situation. IMO we are already feeling the effects of recourse
depletion, 9/11, Iraq War, food riots etc... Who knows how it will all
play out? But one thing is for certain, this is very serious and no
magic technology is going to save us and allow us to maintain business
as usual. Mother Nature does not care about what we want or think we
deserve. Mother Nature only deals in reality and that reality can
sometimes be very cruel.
Shawn


On Jan 27, 10:03 pm, charlie  wrote:
> Makes sense to me
>
> On Jan 27, 10:54 am, robert zeidler  wrote:
>
>
>
> > My brother, you paint too gloomy a picture.  If we run out of fossil
> > fuels-there's more than one way skin a cat.  All cars, trucks, trains
> > (don't know about planes) will be electric, so buy GE stock early.
> > Short of some catastrophe the stone won't ever return, but that's a
> > good thing.  Will there be some mid-course corrections?, yeah
> > probably, but that's a good thing.  Some things will get worse, some
> > will get better, there will be adavantages and disadavntages for each.
> >  It's all good, and not knowing is the best part, don't you agree?
>
> > On Thu, Jan 27, 2011 at 4:43 AM, charlie  wrote:
> > > I'm looking to get one of the new dyno hubs but can't seem to get a
> > > firm price. I'd even pay in advance. It will be getting lighter out
> > > soon so it might be moot for me to even have one until next fall.
> > > Seems like the timing is a little off on these.
> > > Bikes and cars yea.what a long discussion all that was, what with
> > > "being green" and all..I say its all hogwash. If we do run out of
> > > fossil fuels you can kiss our roadways goodbye we'll all be walking
> > > like Grok eventually and society will be back in the stone age. The
> > > fact is, we humans are too dumb to figure it out from generation to
> > > generation and we tend to forget the lessons of the past. Its a self
> > > correcting problem ultimately anyway. If we mess it up so bad that
> > > life as we know it all falls apart, enough of us will die off and the
> > > human race can start again in some  primitive way of living. The earth
> > > will clean itself up atmospherically etc. and our bones will become
> > > fertilizer for a future Groks vegetable garden. Until then, I intend
> > > to ride often and live well..yes I recycle and probably live more
> > > green than most people but I don't think it matters much in the grand
> > > scheme of things.
> > > In spite of my general skepticism I do think a generator hub, with a
> > > clutch that is reliable, is a fine idea and I need lights on my
> > > bicycle if I am to ride at night.
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[RBW] Tire size

[Shawn]

I know that RBW geometry chart recommends 32mm as the minimum tire
size for the AHH, but I was wondering if anybody has used or is using
a smaller tire than 32mm on their AHH.
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[RBW] Return ride

[Shawn]

 I just spent the last seven months in Africa and was unable to ride,
so I wanted to give a report on my first ride after seven months of
not being able to ride.

After two days of taking care of other business, I love my bike,  but
other things do come first, if you know what I mean. Anyway, I decided
I would take my AHH out for a twenty mile spin on the local rails to
trail. At first I thought that the distance might be a little much,
not because I wasn't in good enough physical shape to do twenty miles,
but more because I was worried how my rear end, neck, back and harms
would feel. I was worried that I would have to get used to riding
again.

After twenty miles I felt great and the bike rode as good as I
remembered. Grant is right, there should be no getting used to a bike
if it fits right. Anyone that is contemplating purchasing a Rivendell
would be well served to listen to them or their dealers about sizing
and fit, they have a system and it works.

While over seas I was able to save enough money to purchase an
Atlantis frame and I will be building it up over the winter. I am
building the bike myself to try and improve my bike mechanic skills. I
am sure I will be asking quite a few questions on here, so thanks in
advance for the help.

It is great to be home and riding again. Being in Africa for seven
months just re-enforces for me how fortunate we Americans are.
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[RBW] Re: Return ride

[Shawn]

I was in Nigeria and I am in the military. I wouldn't dream of riding
on the roads in Nigeria, driving a car is dangerous enough.

On Oct 17, 10:17 am, PATRICK MOORE  wrote:
> Where in Africa were you, and (if you will say) doing what?
> I lived as a boy in Nairobi (Kenya) from 1968 until 1974 (aged 13 until 19);
> my father headed the Library of Congress office there responsible for all of
> east Africa -- Sudan down to Mozambique -- and the islands -- Madagascar,
> Mauritius, Reunion, Seychelles, plus Egypt.
>
> I was already an avid rider on urban streets, having started in New Delhi,
> age 12, but it was in Nairobi that I really started to put on the miles, and
> where, for that matter, I started to build my own bikes. Of course, Kenya 35
> and 40 years ago was far different than it is today: a much more modest
> population, a respectable infrastructure -- the new Limuru road on which I
> did many a multi-hour ride toward the Rift Valley was a wide, smooth,
> winding and hilly two-lane blacktop with, except at commute hours, very
> little traffic --and very beautiful countryside, combining tropical Africa
> with the American Southwest and southern England. And yes, a few of us did
> ride and push our bikes to the top of the Ngong hills near Karen, the suburb
> named after Karen Blixen of Out of Africa.
>
> Hell, I'm starting to sound like Elspeth Huxley!
>
>
>
> On Sat, Oct 17, 2009 at 7:32 AM, Shawn  wrote:
>
> >  I just spent the last seven months in Africa and was unable to ride,
> > so I wanted to give a report on my first ride after seven months of
> > not being able to ride.
>
> > After two days of taking care of other business, I love my bike,  but
> > other things do come first, if you know what I mean. Anyway, I decided
> > I would take my AHH out for a twenty mile spin on the local rails to
> > trail. At first I thought that the distance might be a little much,
> > not because I wasn't in good enough physical shape to do twenty miles,
> > but more because I was worried how my rear end, neck, back and harms
> > would feel. I was worried that I would have to get used to riding
> > again.
>
> > After twenty miles I felt great and the bike rode as good as I
> > remembered. Grant is right, there should be no getting used to a bike
> > if it fits right. Anyone that is contemplating purchasing a Rivendell
> > would be well served to listen to them or their dealers about sizing
> > and fit, they have a system and it works.
>
> > While over seas I was able to save enough money to purchase an
> > Atlantis frame and I will be building it up over the winter. I am
> > building the bike myself to try and improve my bike mechanic skills. I
> > am sure I will be asking quite a few questions on here, so thanks in
> > advance for the help.
>
> > It is great to be home and riding again. Being in Africa for seven
> > months just re-enforces for me how fortunate we Americans are.
>
> --
> Patrick Moore
> Albuquerque, NM
> For professional resumes, contact
> Patrick Moore, ACRW at resumespecialt...@gmail.com
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[RBW] Re: FS: 54cm AHH Frameset

[Shawn]

What color is that?

On Oct 27, 9:43 pm, Rocky B  wrote:
> For Sale: 54cm A. Homer Hilsen
>
> Here is a picture 
> ->http://www.flickr.com/photos/luggedsteel-fattires/4051033879/
>
> Purchased the frameset earlier this year from RBWHQ.  Absolute MINT
> condition.  Never had the chance to build it up.  Unfortunately the
> economy is taking a toll on my finances and Homer has to go.  :(
>
> $1400 price
> $80 shipping and handling
>
> Paypal please.
>
> -Rocky
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[RBW] Re: Atlantis 58cm For Sale on eBay

[Shawn]

After reading the ad, it sounds like the owner is saying that the top
tube is too long, but it looks like he has 10cm stem.

On Nov 2, 6:26 am, Surf  wrote:
> I am curious in what way the bike doesnt fit? I would like to know
> since I too am interested in an Atlantis.
>
> Surf
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[RBW] Introduction from Austin, TX

[shawn]

HI All,
I have been lurking here for a few weeks, and thought I would finally
introduce myself. Although I do not currently own a Rivendell (I'm in
Grad school) I do have two Bridgestones and hope that I will be
welcome here. I definitely subscribe to the Rivendell/Grant Petersen
philosophy and look forward to participating in future conversations.
Here are some pics of my bikes:

http://www.flickr.com/photos/11139...@n00/4149086420/

http://www.flickr.com/photos/11139...@n00/4148325593/in/photostream/

Thanks,
Shawn
Austin, TX

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[RBW] Re: Introduction from Austin, TX

[shawn]

The panniers are from Frost River. They're great, well worth the
expense. They are waxed cotton-canvas, and were put to the water proof
test today (they passed with flying colors)
 Here is a link:
http://www.frostriver.com/

On Nov 30, 10:47 pm, Ray Shine  wrote:
> Welcome!  Great looking biks.  What panniers are those?
>
> --- On Mon, 11/30/09, cyclotourist  wrote:
>
> From: cyclotourist 
> Subject: Re: [RBW] Introduction from Austin, TX
> To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com
> Date: Monday, November 30, 2009, 8:35 PM
>
> Yeah for RB-T's!  Those are just great bikes.  Looks like you have them set 
> up perfectly!
>
> On Mon, Nov 30, 2009 at 6:47 PM, shawn  wrote:
>
> HI All,
>
> I have been lurking here for a few weeks, and thought I would finally
>
> introduce myself. Although I do not currently own a Rivendell (I'm in
>
> Grad school) I do have two Bridgestones and hope that I will be
>
> welcome here. I definitely subscribe to the Rivendell/Grant Petersen
>
> philosophy and look forward to participating in future conversations.
>
> Here are some pics of my bikes:
>
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/11139...@n00/4149086420/
>
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/11139...@n00/4148325593/in/photostream/
>
> Thanks,
>
> Shawn
>
> Austin, TX
>
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[RBW] Re: Introduction from Austin, TX

[shawn]

Thanks.

On Nov 30, 10:35 pm, cyclotourist  wrote:
> Yeah for RB-T's!  Those are just great bikes.  Looks like you have them set
> up perfectly!
>
>
>
>
>
> On Mon, Nov 30, 2009 at 6:47 PM, shawn  wrote:
> > HI All,
> > I have been lurking here for a few weeks, and thought I would finally
> > introduce myself. Although I do not currently own a Rivendell (I'm in
> > Grad school) I do have two Bridgestones and hope that I will be
> > welcome here. I definitely subscribe to the Rivendell/Grant Petersen
> > philosophy and look forward to participating in future conversations.
> > Here are some pics of my bikes:
>
> >http://www.flickr.com/photos/11139...@n00/4149086420/
>
> >http://www.flickr.com/photos/11139...@n00/4148325593/in/photostream/
>
> > Thanks,
> > Shawn
> > Austin, TX
>
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[RBW] Re: Introduction from Austin, TX

[shawn]

Hey Gideon,
Yes, we met at Frankenbike over the Paselas :)  Nice to "see" you
here. I see your RB-T is still on the list, I thought you were going
to sell it to that very interested woman. Yes, looks like we should do
a local Riv/BOB ride.

On Dec 1, 10:48 pm, Beardpapa  wrote:
> Hey Shawn, Sean and Cliff,
>
> I'm also an Austinite.  I currently have in my stable:
>
> 1.  XO-1
> 2.  RB-T
> 3.  RB-1
> 4.  RB-2 (that I'm selling)
>
> My buddys got a XO-1 and a MB-2 as well.
> We need to do a BOB/Riv ride!
>
> On Dec 1, 9:17 pm, Angus  wrote:
>
>
>
> > That is a great looking RB-T Shawn!  Love those bikes.
>
> > I'm a bit further away, but there are other like minded cyclists in
> > the great state of Texas.
>
> > Angus "Tyler TX"
>
> > If you are ever in the area...
>
> > On Nov 30, 8:47 pm, shawn  wrote:
>
> > > HI All,
> > > I have been lurking here for a few weeks, and thought I would finally
> > > introduce myself. Although I do not currently own a Rivendell (I'm in
> > > Grad school) I do have two Bridgestones and hope that I will be
> > > welcome here. I definitely subscribe to the Rivendell/Grant Petersen
> > > philosophy and look forward to participating in future conversations.
> > > Here are some pics of my bikes:
>
> > >http://www.flickr.com/photos/11139...@n00/4149086420/
>
> > >http://www.flickr.com/photos/11139...@n00/4148325593/in/photostream/
>
> > > Thanks,
> > > Shawn
> > > Austin, TX

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[RBW] Re: Introduction from Austin, TX

[shawn]

Angus,
I'm not in Tyler often, but am happy to know you are representing
there. I would like to camp out that way sometime, I've heard it's
really beautiful there.

On Dec 1, 9:17 pm, Angus  wrote:
> That is a great looking RB-T Shawn!  Love those bikes.
>
> I'm a bit further away, but there are other like minded cyclists in
> the great state of Texas.
>
> Angus "Tyler TX"
>
> If you are ever in the area...
>
> On Nov 30, 8:47 pm, shawn  wrote:
>
>
>
> > HI All,
> > I have been lurking here for a few weeks, and thought I would finally
> > introduce myself. Although I do not currently own a Rivendell (I'm in
> > Grad school) I do have two Bridgestones and hope that I will be
> > welcome here. I definitely subscribe to the Rivendell/Grant Petersen
> > philosophy and look forward to participating in future conversations.
> > Here are some pics of my bikes:
>
> >http://www.flickr.com/photos/11139...@n00/4149086420/
>
> >http://www.flickr.com/photos/11139...@n00/4148325593/in/photostream/
>
> > Thanks,
> > Shawn
> > Austin, TX

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[RBW] AHH as a road bike

[Shawn]

Now that I have the Atlantis, I have been thinking of making my Hilsen
more of a roadish type bike to use on week-end rides with my friends
on our smooth local MUP. Can anyone tell me how the AHH might handle,
ride and look with 25mm to 28mm tires on it. I know most people don't
ride that skinny of a tire but any feed back would be appreciated.   I
am trying to separate the two bikes into two distinct categories;
Atlantis- touring, camping, commuter= big tires; Hilsen- club rides,
events, exercise, go faster=skinner tires. It seems like the Hilsen’s
clearance are wasted now that I have the Atlantis.

I know it sounds like I want a more traditional type road bike and the
Roadeo would fit that bill perfectly, except there is the matter of
finances, can’t sell the Hilsen to totally finance the Roadeo, and I
am not crazy about the fact the Roadeo does not have brazeons for at
least a Mark type rack.

Is the Rambouillet a better road bike than the Hilsen? If so maybe I
should trade or sell my Hilsen for a Rambouillet. I want to be clear
that I do not want to race, I just want to make a clear distinctions
between the two bikes.

Sorry about the long post and thanks in advance for any advice or
feedback.
Shawn

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[RBW] Re: AHH as a road bike

[Shawn]

Good point, I do love the Hilsen, I was just under the impression that
the Ram was more of a road type of bike than the Hilsen. I will
definitely experiment with different types of tires and set ups before
I do any trading or selling.

On Dec 3, 10:32 am, "David Faller"  wrote:
> You probably need to identify what you personally consider to be "better" in 
> a road bike.  I thought about a Hilsen, but got a Ram.  I'm not sure I could 
> have told the difference at the time, as far as which was "better".  What I 
> later found made an enormous difference was tires.  I went from Ruffy Tuffy 
> to Jack Brown greens.  It's like a different (and better) bike!  You might 
> find the feel you're seeking by going the other direction and putting on 
> narrower tires.
>
> IMHO, you should experiment extensively with tires on your Hilsen to see if 
> you have some sort of revelation about feel.  I think you'd regret trading 
> away the Hilsen for some elusive sense of road feel.  What if you did trade 
> for a Ram and discovered you actually liked it less?
>
>   - Original Message -
>   From: Shawn
>   To: RBW Owners Bunch
>   Sent: Thursday, December 03, 2009 6:34 AM
>   Subject: [RBW] AHH as a road bike
>
>   Now that I have the Atlantis, I have been thinking of making my Hilsen
>   more of a roadish type bike to use on week-end rides with my friends
>   on our smooth local MUP. Can anyone tell me how the AHH might handle,
>   ride and look with 25mm to 28mm tires on it. I know most people don't
>   ride that skinny of a tire but any feed back would be appreciated.   I
>   am trying to separate the two bikes into two distinct categories;
>   Atlantis- touring, camping, commuter= big tires; Hilsen- club rides,
>   events, exercise, go faster=skinner tires. It seems like the Hilsen’s
>   clearance are wasted now that I have the Atlantis.
>
>   I know it sounds like I want a more traditional type road bike and the
>   Roadeo would fit that bill perfectly, except there is the matter of
>   finances, can’t sell the Hilsen to totally finance the Roadeo, and I
>   am not crazy about the fact the Roadeo does not have brazeons for at
>   least a Mark type rack.
>
>   Is the Rambouillet a better road bike than the Hilsen? If so maybe I
>   should trade or sell my Hilsen for a Rambouillet. I want to be clear
>   that I do not want to race, I just want to make a clear distinctions
>   between the two bikes.
>
>   Sorry about the long post and thanks in advance for any advice or
>   feedback.
>   Shawn
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[RBW] Re: Cold weather commuting clothing?

[shawn]

I am really appreciating this thread. Here in ATX we have had
unusually cold and wet days. It is making my Texas blood feel thinner
than it already is. I still have not mastered the "perfect" riding
combo. But, I am gathering some great ideas here. For one, I realized
recently that I need more of a light shell instead of the outer layer
of the parka I have been wearing. The trickiest part seems to be
figuring out how to dress warm enough, but not sweat so as to not end
up with the chills later as I start to cool down.

On Dec 6, 10:18 pm, kent  wrote:
> The standard cold weather equation is a warm, wicking base layer, an
> insulating layer and then a wind/waterproof shell.  Even hardcore
> synthetics fans would agree that wool makes a good base or mid layer,
> but most would swear by GoreTex and its descendants for the outer
> layer.  What do you wear on top in the cold and/or wet?

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[RBW] Re: Introduction from Austin, TX

[shawn]

Yeah, I am with Clif. I, too have seen her around Hyde Park and campus
area. She is a pretty avid commuter. I have yet to chat with her
though.

On Dec 7, 9:57 pm, Beardpapa  wrote:
> I walked out of the Clay Pit on Guadalupe today and saw this:
>
> http://i795.photobucket.com/albums/yy235/beardpapa/saluki.jpg
>
> Anyone?
>
> On Dec 3, 12:26 pm, Angus  wrote:
>
>
>
> > Shawn,
>
> > Tyler State Park (just north of town) is a good place for bike
> > camping.  I've done a couple of S24Os there.
>
> >http://www.flickr.com/photos/16951...@n08/sets/72157612820991950/
>
> > Angus
>
> > On Dec 2, 10:20 pm, shawn  wrote:
>
> > > Angus,
> > > I'm not in Tyler often, but am happy to know you are representing
> > > there. I would like to camp out that way sometime, I've heard it's
> > > really beautiful there.
>
> > > On Dec 1, 9:17 pm, Angus  wrote:
>
> > > > That is a great looking RB-T Shawn!  Love those bikes.
>
> > > > I'm a bit further away, but there are other like minded cyclists in
> > > > the great state of Texas.
>
> > > > Angus "Tyler TX"
>
> > > > If you are ever in the area...
>
> > > > On Nov 30, 8:47 pm, shawn  wrote:
>
> > > > > HI All,
> > > > > I have been lurking here for a few weeks, and thought I would finally
> > > > > introduce myself. Although I do not currently own a Rivendell (I'm in
> > > > > Grad school) I do have two Bridgestones and hope that I will be
> > > > > welcome here. I definitely subscribe to the Rivendell/Grant Petersen
> > > > > philosophy and look forward to participating in future conversations.
> > > > > Here are some pics of my bikes:
>
> > > > >http://www.flickr.com/photos/11139...@n00/4149086420/
>
> > > > >http://www.flickr.com/photos/11139...@n00/4148325593/in/photostream/
>
> > > > > Thanks,
> > > > > Shawn
> > > > >Austin, TX- Hide quoted text -
>
> > > - Show quoted text -

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[RBW] Re: Introduction from Austin, TX

[shawn]

Sorry for the late reply, Nathan. I have been having some technical
difficulties responding to the messages here.
Anyway, hopefully this will work.
Yes, the panniers are attached. Additionally, they have leather straps
and brass buckles that attach the bottom of each side to the rack.

On Dec 2, 12:56 pm, nathan spindel  wrote:
> Shawn, are the two panniers attached to each other or are they  
> separate? It looks like the former, but it's hard to tell.
>
> -nathan
>
> On Dec 1, 2009, at 6:26 PM, shawn  wrote:
>
>
>
> > The panniers are from Frost River. They're great, well worth the
> > expense. They are waxed cotton-canvas, and were put to the water proof
> > test today (they passed with flying colors)
> > Here is a link:
> >http://www.frostriver.com/
>
> > On Nov 30, 10:47 pm, Ray Shine  wrote:
> >> Welcome!  Great looking biks.  What panniers are those?
>
> >> --- On Mon, 11/30/09, cyclotourist  wrote:
>
> >> From: cyclotourist 
> >> Subject: Re: [RBW] Introduction from Austin, TX
> >> To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com
> >> Date: Monday, November 30, 2009, 8:35 PM
>
> >> Yeah for RB-T's!  Those are just great bikes.  Looks like you have  
> >> them set up perfectly!
>
> >> On Mon, Nov 30, 2009 at 6:47 PM, shawn   
> >> wrote:
>
> >> HI All,
>
> >> I have been lurking here for a few weeks, and thought I would finally
>
> >> introduce myself. Although I do not currently own a Rivendell (I'm in
>
> >> Grad school) I do have two Bridgestones and hope that I will be
>
> >> welcome here. I definitely subscribe to the Rivendell/Grant Petersen
>
> >> philosophy and look forward to participating in future conversations.
>
> >> Here are some pics of my bikes:
>
> >>http://www.flickr.com/photos/11139...@n00/4149086420/
>
> >>http://www.flickr.com/photos/11139...@n00/4148325593/in/photostream/
>
> >> Thanks,
>
> >> Shawn
>
> >> Austin, TX
>
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[RBW] Re: Cold weather commuting clothing?

[shawn]

It seems based on the thread thus far, wool is ideal. One thing I am
not clear on is, if a wool base layer is worn with cotton over it,
will the base layer still wick away the sweat, or will the cotton soak
it up? Or is wearing multiple layers of wool the only option to stay
warm and dry?
 Coming from a cost perspective, it seems if one can afford just one
wool base layer and then wear regular clothes (i.e.-cotton) over it
then it might be a little easier to "swallow" the cost of the wool.

Shawn (ATX)

On Dec 6, 10:18 pm, kent  wrote:
> The standard cold weather equation is a warm, wicking base layer, an
> insulating layer and then a wind/waterproof shell.  Even hardcore
> synthetics fans would agree that wool makes a good base or mid layer,
> but most would swear by GoreTex and its descendants for the outer
> layer.  What do you wear on top in the cold and/or wet?

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[RBW] Re: Cold weather commuting clothing?

[shawn]

Funny you should mention Chicago, that's why I bought the parka in the
first place. My family is strewn all about the North Shore, Evanston,
Willmette, Morton Grove, Glenview, etc...

Yeah, I was hoping I could get away with the parka so as to avoid
buying something else for riding. The lotion is a great idea. Here in
Texas, putting lotion on in the summer always makes me sweat, but
maybe in these colder months it would really help insulate. I'll give
it a try.

On Dec 7, 10:21 pm, JoelMatthews  wrote:
> It is somewhat counter-intuitive at first.  But definitely even in the
> cold waste land of Chicago, parkas almost always are over kill.
> Parkas are designed for blizzard conditions you encounter climbing
> mountains and the like.  If the weather is bad enough to warrant a
> parka, you probably ought not be on the bike in any event.
>
> Concentrate on keeping your mid-section and extremities warm.  A good
> hat helps.   I don't cover my face unless it is really cold.  A lot of
> other riders do.  I put fairly heavy lotion on before riding though.
>
> On Dec 7, 8:35 pm, shawn  wrote:
>
>
>
> > I am really appreciating this thread. Here in ATX we have had
> > unusually cold and wet days. It is making my Texas blood feel thinner
> > than it already is. I still have not mastered the "perfect" riding
> > combo. But, I am gathering some great ideas here. For one, I realized
> > recently that I need more of a light shell instead of the outer layer
> > of the parka I have been wearing. The trickiest part seems to be
> > figuring out how to dress warm enough, but not sweat so as to not end
> > up with the chills later as I start to cool down.
>
> > On Dec 6, 10:18 pm, kent  wrote:
>
> > > The standard cold weather equation is a warm, wicking base layer, an
> > > insulating layer and then a wind/waterproof shell.  Even hardcore
> > > synthetics fans would agree that wool makes a good base or mid layer,
> > > but most would swear by GoreTex and its descendants for the outer
> > > layer.  What do you wear on top in the cold and/or wet?

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[RBW] Re: Big guy advice

[Shawn]

I bought my Hilsen at The Country Bike Shop, I agree Dick and Dick
senior are great people. I am 190 and have no problems with the bike,
I love it.
Shawn


On Jul 27, 10:18 pm, JB  wrote:
> Thanks all,
>
> I'm buying the bike at The Country Bike Shop in Ohio -- they're a
> Rivendell dealer.  The owner (Dick) was great to work with and spent
> all day with me getting the right fit.  I tried a number of sizes of
> Hillbourns and Hilsens.  The second I got on the 61cm Hilsen I knew I
> had the right fit.  Between riding my own bike to the shop and riding
> different Rivendell's, I put on 93 km that day and had a good long try
> on all the bikes.  However, there are no (zero, none, nada)  hills in
> that part of Ohio and he had no Atlantis to try.  I have been in
> contact with Rivendell (Mark) and it seemed that either bike would be
> OK.  The frame is already in but it'll be about 3 weeks before the
> build is done.  Just wanted some reassurance from the masses.
>
> Thanks, it doesn't sound as though I really have any worries.
>
> John
>
> On Jul 27, 9:47 pm, Larry Powers  wrote:
>
> > I have a Rambouillet and an Atlantis. The Atlantis is a work horse that can 
> > haul a load and is fun to ride unloaded.  I have ridden 200k brevets on it 
> > when my Rambouillet was out of commission.  The Rambouillet feels more 
> > lively when unloaded and will always be my first choice for unloaded 
> > riding.  I have even done Inn to Inn touring on the Rambouillet bike.  I 
> > currently weigh 210, have been as high as 230 and as low as 200.  I have 
> > not been disappointed by this bike.
>
> > It is my understanding that the Hilsen tubing falls in between the 
> > Rambouillet and the Atlantis.  I think given your description this is the 
> > bike you are looking for.  I will offer this, if you aren't sure call 
> > Rivendell.  I have found that they are very good at matching bike and rider 
> > and they won't steer you wrong.
>
> > Larry Powers
>
> > Get a bicycle.  You will not regret it if you live. - Mark Twain
>
> > > Date: Tue, 27 Jul 2010 14:00:09 -0700
> > > Subject: [RBW] Big guy advice
> > > From: baile...@voyager.net
> > > To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com
>
> > > I've ordered an A. Homer Hilsen.  I've got a bit of a worry.  At 220
> > > lbs. I presently ride a Trek FX 7.3.  Anytime I stand up to power up a
> > > hill, I get flex in the lower seat post and the chain touches the
> > > deraileur.  It's a minor annoyance, but I've wondered if the A. Homer
> > > Hilsen will be adequately stiff for me.  I don't plan on any loaded
> > > touring with the bike, just all day long trips on paved roads with a
> > > few dirt roads thrown into the mix.  I've lost a considerable amount
> > > of weight since I started riding a year ago, so I'm not likely to lose
> > > much more.
>
> > > I really like the A. Homer, but would switch to the Atlantis if really
> > > necessary.  I'm hoping some out there in Riv land are big guys that
> > > have been riding the Hilsen can give me their opinion.
>
> > > Thanks,
>
> > > John
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[RBW] Re: FS: Big Apple 700x60 tires and tubes

[Shawn]

I believe the 60s will fit without fenders and the 50s will fit with
fenders.

On Jul 30, 10:35 pm, William  wrote:
> The 60's, I'm told, will not fit an Atlantis.  The 50's will, or that
> is my understanding.  Correct me if I'm wrong.
>
> On Jul 30, 6:06 pm, Frankwurst  wrote:
>
> > Huh? They won't fit an Atlantis?
>
> > On Jul 30, 6:50 pm, William  wrote:
>
> > > So after lots of soul searching I've decided to hold off on taking
> > > delivery of the Hunqapillar.  There are actually 3 bikes that I badly
> > > want, and I can only afford one, so I'm going to take a few months to
> > > decide which one that will be.  I have the build kit for a Hunqapillar
> > > all set up.  It will all store well, but the tires are the only part
> > > that I can't use on any other bike.  So, now you can have them.
>
> > > It's a pair of folding Liteskin Schwalbe Big Apples, 700x60, a.k.a.
> > > 29x2.35.  I am told they are too wide for an Atlantis.  I am certain
> > > they are the best tire in the world to have for a Hunqapillar.  I
> > > don't know if they would fit a large Bombadil.  I have the tires on
> > > wheels now, but they've never been ridden.  Schwalbe website has these
> > > tires at $70 each.
>
> > > Two tires and four presta valve inner tubes (Bontrager brand).  $100
> > > shipped anywhere in the Continental US.  Contact me off-list please.
> > > Thanks!
>
> > > Bill
>
>

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[RBW] FYI

[Shawn]

I am in Coronado Ca. on business and I noticed that one of the local
bike shops, Hollands, has a used 62cm orange Rambouillet for sale. The
bike looks great and I believe they are asking $2500 for the complete
bike. Hope this helps anybody who might be looking for a bike like
this.

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[RBW] FS: 59cm H Homer Hilsen frame

[Shawn]

For sale a 59cm Hilsen frame with bottom bracket, headset and silver
long reach brakes. Less than 1,000 miles. $1300.00

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[RBW] Re: '85 Bridgestone MB-1 Pics

[shawn]

Wow! There ain't a lick of rust in sight! What a beauty! Congrats!!

Shawn (Austin)

On Apr 1, 3:28 pm, Marty  wrote:
> OK - here are the pics. Lot's of similarities to the smaller
> Hunqapillars I'd say. This bike cleaned up amazingly well for a 25
> year-old. Even the original tires are ready to roll. I don't think the
> person I bought it from rode it much at all. Funny, but she had
> purchased a hybrid bike to ride when all she needed to do was swap out
> the tires and raise the bars. Until I can find a taller frame, I'll
> add albatross bars on a tall stem - maybe fenders too. Fortunately I
> have a longer 26.8 seatpost as the original is quite short. I am very
> impressed with the quality of the Gen 1 XT components, Everything is
> built to last. Of course I re-greased the headset and BB, and I only
> had to adjust one of the XCII pedals. I've been using a big tub of
> Campy grease for more than thirty years now, and it still smells and
> feels wonderful. Man, I really love cups and cones! BTW - a 32mm
> headset wrench works just fine on the funky 600 headset - just have to
> be careful. Enjoy the pics.
>
> Marty
>
> http://tinyurl.com/yeg6dmv
>
> On Mar 31, 11:57 am, Marty  wrote:
>
>
>
> > Just happened across a good deal on an original owner '85 MB-1 that
> > will do just fine. Might be a bit small for me, but will be a great
> > "loaner" bike, and do a swell job of hauling my grandson. When I find
> > a taller frame I can swap out the parts. I'll add pics on my Flickr
> > page ASAP.
>
> > Marty
>
> > On Mar 30, 2:40 pm, Marty  wrote:
>
> > > I could do with the frameset alone if that helps. I think the MB-3
> > > stopped at 59. Anyone have a 61cm All Rounder by chance? Essentially
> > > looking for the tallest lugged frame 26" wheeled bike I can find for a
> > > trailer-pulling project.
>
> > > Marty

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[RBW] Re: Path Less Pedaled in Austin, Texas

[shawn]

Hey Trent,
Yes, it was quite a night! It was great to meet you, your wife, &
Justin. Let's work towards planning an S240 for ATX people.

Russ & Laura did a stellar job of making touring seem much easier than
I ever thought possible. I feel inspired, for sure.

Best,
Shawn

On Apr 1, 9:46 am, Trent in TX  wrote:
> Great time at the Path Less Pedaled presentation last night on bicycle
> touring/S240/the journeys of Russ and Laura as the travel throughout
> the U.S.http://pathlesspedaled.com/The mentions of Grant, PBH, S240
> were aplenty.
>
> Wow, what a gathering of dapper bicycles, to boot! Rivendells
> including a 68 (!) Quickbeam, two Herons, two Bridgestones, several
> surlys, I had to snap some quick pics 
> -http://www.flickr.com/photos/fiddlefishtrent/sets/72157623623005743/
>
> To Cliff with the Quickbeam and Sean (?) with the Bridgestone, it was
> great to meet you. Keep in touch.
>
> Cheers from Austin, TX
> Trent

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[RBW] Achilles pain

[Shawn]

After an 80 mile ride on Saturday I had pain in my left Achilles. I
rode clipped in. What might be the cause of the pain?

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[RBW] Re: Achilles pain

[Shawn]

Nothing has changed in my set up. The pedals are almost two yrs old.
What is pedal float?

On Apr 6, 5:31 pm, happyriding  wrote:
> On Apr 6, 3:17 pm, Shawn  wrote:
>
> > After an 80 mile ride on Saturday I had pain in my left Achilles. I
> > rode clipped in. What might be the cause of the pain?
>
> Do your pedals have float?  New pedals or old pedals?
>
> Your saddle might be too high.  Any recent changes?

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[RBW] Re: Achilles pain

[Shawn]

Doug,
I have done a couple of 40 mile rides this year. The terrain is the
same. I probably over did it a bit, since the pain was only in my left
Achilles I want to make sure it isn't something in my set up.
Shawn

On Apr 6, 5:40 pm, doug peterson  wrote:
> Shawn:
>
> Have you done much riding this season?  Is this a significantly longer
> distance than normal?  New terrain?  More hills?  80 miles coming off
> this winter (depending on where you live) could be over-doing it a
> bit.  New bike?  Changes from the old bike?  Could be a lot of stuff.
>
> dougP
>
> On Apr 6, 2:17 pm, Shawn  wrote:
>
> > After an 80 mile ride on Saturday I had pain in my left Achilles. I
> > rode clipped in. What might be the cause of the pain?

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[RBW] Re: racks vs. paint

[shawn]

Hey Shawn!
What a beauty your steed is! Man, I TOTALLY feel you on this. I, too
have a black rack that I wish was silver. The only reason it doesn't
bother me quite as much is because I have great panniers on it that
"hide" the black a little. I say sell it and get what you REALLY want.
When you spend as much as you do for your Riv, you want to be able to
look at it and have zero regrets. I am plan on replacing mine with a
shiny steel rack just as soon as I can. Hopefully by June. You might
lose a little $$, but 1 year form now, it won't matter. Good luck!!
I look forward to hearing what you decide to do.

Best,
Shawn (ATX)

On Apr 12, 4:30 pm, soapscum  wrote:
> So, I have this Hillborne and it's a swell bike. Best bike, for me,
> ever. Nice saddle, good lights, comfy bar. When I look at it I think
> to myself "that's sure a pretty... darnit, I wish that rack wasn't
> black". I have a Tubus Cargo on the back and the black is just not
> working for me. Let me rephrase that: the black Tubus "works" for me
> great, but it's just not jiving with the rest of the aesthetics. So I
> figure I've got 3 choices:
>
> 1. Live with it.
> 2. Sell it.
> 3. Paint it!
>
> Anyone have any experience with painting a rack? I know there are some
> quality automotive finishes available in the esteemed rattle-can form
> factor, and if I paint it I can pretty well cross number 2 off the
> list if I don't like it. I humbly solicit your collective wisdom. Oh,
> and here's a current pic of the aforementioned noble steed:
>
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/45524...@n08/4485990996/
>
> Thanks,
> Shawn

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[RBW] Re: One reason for us to like bigger tires

[Shawn]

I recently had a problem with my rear tire (JB Green). My LBS said it
was a fractured casing? I have never heard of it, but anyway the LBS
said it was caused by hitting a rock or stone just right. Does this
sound right? The tire had less than a 1k miles on it, a new one is in
the mail.

At least we can ride on gravel. Recently some friends of my wife and I
rode their bikes, new Trek road bikes, to our house to meet up for
breakfast and a ride. When they arrived I seen they were walking their
bikes down our 800ft gravel drive. I couldn't help myself, I opened up
the front door and yelled, " You are suppose to ride bikes", we all
laughed.

On Jul 24, 11:01 pm, JoelMatthews  wrote:
> One concern with gravel is car and truck tires shooting loose stones
> at you and your bike as they pass.
>
> Illinois has a number of crushed stone bike trails.  It is amazing how
> forcefully a bike tire can shoot a stone.  Back in the gravel road
> day, broken car glass was fairly common.  Sure would hate to get hit
> on the noggin with a car shot rock.
>
> On Jul 24, 6:56 pm, Angus  wrote:
>
> > The "chip seal" they use here in Texas is horrible, I'd rather have
> > gravel.  Anything less than a 35mm tire and the stuff vibrates your
> > teeth out.  I don't see how the carbon fiber crowd on their skinny
> > tires take itmaybe they are tougher than I...
>
> > Angus
>
> > On Jul 19, 9:39 am, Anne Paulson  wrote:
>
> > > Strapped cities and counties turning paved roads into gravel roads:
>
> > >http://online.wsj.com/article/SB1000142405274870491330457537095036373...
>
> > > --
> > > -- Anne Paulson
>
> > > My hovercraft is full of eels
>
>

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[RBW] Re: One reason for us to like bigger tires

[Shawn]

Jim,
Right now I do not have a camera, I will try to borrow one. When
inflated the tire looks like it has a side ways bulge in it, if that
makes any sense. I can feel it when I ride.
Shawn

On Jul 26, 2:33 am, CycloFiend  wrote:
> on 7/25/10 4:42 AM, Shawn at sa240...@yahoo.com wrote:
>
> > I recently had a problem with my rear tire (JB Green). My LBS said it
> > was a fractured casing? I have never heard of it, but anyway the LBS
> > said it was caused by hitting a rock or stone just right. Does this
> > sound right? The tire had less than a 1k miles on it, a new one is in
> > the mail.
>
> Haven't heard of that or experienced it, which doesn't mean a whole
> hunkuvvalot.
>
> Photo of the casing?
>
> - J
>
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[RBW] Re: Riv Rally midwest?

[shawn]

I would be interested.

On Jan 13, 6:29 pm, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery 
wrote:
> Just reading about the Riv Rally East in another thread. Jeez, that sounds
> fun. I briefly contemplated a trip eastward, but then I thought, why not
> just do it here? I know lots of great routes where the attributes of Riv
> bikes would shine, both functionally and cosmetically.
>
> I'd be willing to put together a Riv Rally Midwest sometime this upcoming
> summer. Most likely it would be somewhere between Minneapolis and Madison
> and a 2-day weekend format with camping and hotel options. Also, most
> likely there would be ride route options to suit different fitness levels
> and adventurousness thresholds (nothing "extreme").
>
> Anybody interested?

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[RBW] Headset and bottom bracket life expectancy

[shawn]

How many miles can one expect to get out of a typical headset and
bottom bracket?

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[RBW] Re: Headset and bottom bracket life expectancy

[shawn]

Jim,
Thanks for the reply. The reason I asked was because a friend of mine
bought a Trek carbon fiber road bike last year and after 2200 miles
had to replace the headset, bottom bracket and rear cassette. My
friend acted like this was normal, but I wasn't sure since my Atlantis
has over 4,000 miles and everything is fine. I was thinking that 2200
miles was kind of too soon to have these types of issues, but I wasn't
sure if others riders were getting the same results as I was. Thanks
again for the reply.
V/R
Shawn


On Apr 2, 11:58 am, Cyclofiend Jim  wrote:
> Hi Shawn -
>
> That's a fairly broad question with a good number of variables: Fenders or
> Open-Wheel?, Fair-Weather or Everyday? Delayed Maintenance or
> Son-of-a-mechanic obsessive?
>
> Particularly with respect to the headset, where certain companies have
> focused upon making "the best" and managed to gain significant use and
> product loyalty.
>
> For me, the realization came during the El Niño winters of the late 90's.
> I think I burned through three "standard" type headsets that winter on my
> open wheeled mtb - so a month and a half each? The effect of rain and dirt
> put a wonderfully fine spray of grinding paste up into the headtube, and
> the cups and balls got pitted and scratched beyond repair.  We'd slap in
> larger bearings and extra grease, run neoprene "shields" on the headtube,
> but nothing really mattered. I got really tired of dropping the fork and
> pressing in another headset.  At the time, I had full shop/tool access, so
> it wasn't even a problem of paying for the labor (headset press - though
> you can make one yourself - is one of those tools I never have bought.)
> After number three, I bought a Chris King, which survived that bicycle and
> moved to its replacement. I've continued that habit through this day, and
> expect the headsets to last at least as long as the frameset.
>
> On bb's, I've always upgraded from the base model - mostly out of latent
> weight-weenydom.  The UN72 type bb's (as opposed to the UN53/intro level
> ones) keep plugging along, and I know I've got over 10K on the ones in my
> bikes right now. I've heard 20K pretty regularly. I've replaced many more
> cogs, chainrings, cables and cranks than bb's.
>
> hope that's of some help - what type of bike are you putting these on?
>
> - Jim
>
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[RBW] FS/FT Brooks B-17

[shawn]

Like new honey B-17 for sale $80 shipped or trade for equivalent black B-17
Thanks

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[RBW] Re: FS/FT Brooks B-17

[shawn]

A trade has been made.
Thanks 

On Wednesday, March 27, 2013 10:19:41 AM UTC-4, shawn wrote:
>
> Like new honey B-17 for sale $80 shipped or trade for equivalent black B-17
> Thanks
>
>

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[RBW] Help choosing a bike

[shawn]

Apologizes for this is not being a Riv question, but me, my son and another 
friend are doing the GAP/ C&O next month. And now my soon to be son-in law 
will be coming along. I am quite pleased that he is able to come along, but 
the problem is he does not have a bike. I would love to buy him a 
Rivendell, but that is just not in the budget. So I am looking for 
suggestion for a used bike that I could pick up that would be well suited 
for this ride. I am eyeing a local 1984 Specialized Rockhopper that is 19 
inch model.  My son- in laws PBH 81.28 cm, would a 19 inch mountain bike be 
a good fit for him? What LHT size would be best for him?
Thanks in advance

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[RBW] Sackville bags for sale.

[shawn]

Large Sackville saddlebag - $200 shipped.  I have had this bag for over a 
year and have never used it, so it must go. It has never been in the 
weather, it is practically brand new.

Large Trunk sack-$65 shipped. I bought this about six to eight months ago 
from another list member and have yet to use it. So it must go.


Sorry about the poor picture quality. 

http://www.flickr.com/photos/greenwayrider/sets/72157633209105753/

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[RBW] Re: Sackville bags for sale.

[shawn]

Eric,
The bag is yours. Please check your e-mail for details.
Cheers

On Wednesday, April 10, 2013 2:10:00 PM UTC-4, EGNolan wrote:
>
> Sorry, I sent you an e-mail Shawn, but hadn't heard back. I'll take the 
> Trunksack if it's available, I'm semi-local to ya, I can pick it up or meet 
> somewhere.
>  
> Best,
> Eric N.
> Indpls, IN
>
>>  
>>
>

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[RBW] Re: Sackville bags for sale.

[shawn]

The Trunk Bag is sold. 

On Wednesday, April 10, 2013 4:26:19 PM UTC-4, shawn wrote:
>
> Eric,
> The bag is yours. Please check your e-mail for details.
> Cheers
>
> On Wednesday, April 10, 2013 2:10:00 PM UTC-4, EGNolan wrote:
>>
>> Sorry, I sent you an e-mail Shawn, but hadn't heard back. I'll take the 
>> Trunksack if it's available, I'm semi-local to ya, I can pick it up or meet 
>> somewhere.
>>  
>> Best,
>> Eric N.
>> Indpls, IN
>>
>>>  
>>>
>>

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[RBW] F/S Large Sackville SaddleSack

[shawn]

I have had this bag for over a year and have yet to use it. It is in like 
new condition. $200 shipped

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[RBW] Dynamo USB charger

[shawn]

Has anyone used or have any knowledge of the Bright-Bike Revolution USB 
charger. I have been looking into system to go along with my SON 28 to 
charge my Iphone and camera while on tour. 
Thanks

http://www.brightbikelabs.com/products/bright-bike-revolution

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[RBW] Re: Dynamo USB charger

[shawn]

Jim,

The New Trent certainly looks like a very good solution. The manufacture of 
Bike Revolution claims that “At only 9 MPH (14.4 km/h), charging is a fast 
as a wall powered charger.” The problem is I know very little about the 
charging requirements of my devices or electronics in general. Until I 
learn more, I think I might just go with something like the New Trent for 
my GAP C&O tour next month. 

Thanks
On Thursday, April 18, 2013 11:05:27 AM UTC-4, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery 
wrote:
>
> I have experience with the Supernova Plug. The iPhone has specific 
> requirements to how the charger ramps up to the required 5V. In practice 
> this means that you have to consistently be moving pretty fast to get an 
> effective charge. I'd suggest that this may be a decent plan if you can 
> consistently ride, say, >16 mph without slowing down. If you drop down to 
> 12-13 mph or slower, the charge will stop, and the battery may even drain 
> (at least it seems that way).
>
> My advice is to look at products from New Trent. I have the big 12000 mAh 
> battery pack, and it's awesome.
>

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[RBW] Re: Dynamo USB charger

[shawn]

Kelly,
>From the manufactures FAQ on their web site.

“ Why does it take 10 seconds for charging to begin?”

“Some devices, such as the iPhone, require a minimum amount of power to 
charge correctly. If charging begins before input power is sufficient, the 
device may refuse to charge. The 10 seconds delay gives you time to reach a 
minimum speed. This allows you to charge and iPhone or other devices that 
would not otherwise charge correctly."

Do you think that would address the issue of starting and stopping? I have 
asked the manufacture to specifically address stopping and starting again.

Thanks

On Thursday, April 18, 2013 6:17:18 PM UTC-4, Kelly wrote:
>
> First off it's not the charger that will or won't charge an iPhone.  If 
> you plugged it in at speed you would be alright.  Just never stop or you 
> will have to unplug and plug it back in once  back to speed.
> I've been using the e-werk with cache battery.   I have the latest 
> greatest IOS on an iphone 5 and it worked flawlessly last week on tour. 
>   Once again if your cache battery is not charged or not there the minute 
> you stop the i-phone yells hey this is an unauthorized charging system or 
> something.  
> I've used this through the last three iPhones with many levels of IOS with 
> no issues at all.   Over the last three years I had one cache battery die.  
>
> Battery packs are great unless you need to charge them.  I had used or 
> tried to use a couple of battery packs then charge them with the ewerk.   
> that worked except the ones I tried could not take a charge while charging. 
>
>
> Anyway, all of last year we had two of them .. one on my wifes bike and 
> one on mine.  They worked flawlessly in rain, snow, mud and sunshine.   
>
> Good luck
>
> Kelly
>
> On Thursday, April 18, 2013 9:53:08 AM UTC-5, shawn wrote:
>>
>> Has anyone used or have any knowledge of the Bright-Bike Revolution USB 
>> charger. I have been looking into system to go along with my SON 28 to 
>> charge my Iphone and camera while on tour. 
>> Thanks
>>
>> http://www.brightbikelabs.com/products/bright-bike-revolution
>>
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[RBW] Re: F/S Large Sackville SaddleSack

[shawn]

Bag is sold. Thanks

On Wednesday, April 17, 2013 9:22:27 AM UTC-4, shawn wrote:
>
> I have had this bag for over a year and have yet to use it. It is in like 
> new condition. $200 shipped
>
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/greenwayrider/sets/72157633209105753/
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[RBW] Re: Pictures of the worlds most perfect Atlantis (for me). Should I paint the head tube ivory?

[shawn]

Paint it, it is a Rivendell Atlantis... 

On Tuesday, April 23, 2013 3:31:50 PM UTC-4, clayton wrote:
>
>
> 
> This is my Atlantis I bought new in '98 or so. I recently rebuilt it with 
> Deore XT 10 speed (9 speed rear derailleur to work with 10 speed bar end 
> shifters), Tubus Cosmo rear rack, Nitto M-12 front, Nitto H20 cages, Salsa 
> Woodchippers (my favorite bar yet, even though it took some dirt drop stem 
> modification to get the sharp curves through the stem), XT V-brakes with 
> Cane creek V-brake compatible brake levers and platform pedals that 
> Rivendell sells. Also honey B-17 and a White Brothers suspension seat post 
> (the best I have found yet, and I tried a BUNCH. Too bad they don't make 
> them anymore). Fenders are Planet Bikes which are polycarbonate and seem to 
> last much longer than the ESGs(?). The frame bag I made myself and is made 
> from heavy green canvas. 
>
> I had it built before with "a proper Rivendell build", which was great for 
> the past 12 years or so. Thought I would try something new. I love the new 
> 24-36 low gear for my bad knees and steep trails are easy now. Not too sure 
> about platforms yet. They are great everywhere but on long rides and off 
> road. I feel so naked on them, like I could get bucked off at the slightest 
> bump. Not being able to bunny hop is weird too. 
>
> This is my car. I don't own a carbon spewing, children killing, money 
> sucking car. This sucks up my money insteadlol.
>
> Now I ask the groups wisdom. Do I paint the head tube ivory? Now it is 
> solid powder coat gloss olive and looks utilitarian and off roady. I think 
> it needs to be classed up a bit.
>
> I have had three back surgeries and three carpal tunnel surgeries, hence 
> the HIGH bars. 
>
> Thanks for looking and thanks for your head tube advice in advance...
> Clayton
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[RBW] Re: Bombadil

[shawn]

Very nice. Who painted it.

On Sunday, April 28, 2013 11:00:30 PM UTC-4, Kelly wrote:
>
> Well it's back from paint.   I forgot to order a bottom bracket sheesh.   
> Wheel built, racks, cockpit and saddle still good.
> Had I remembered the bottom bracket or headset it could be on its way back 
> together.. Grrr
>
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/8688893925/in/photostream/lightbox/
>
> Had a nice ride today on the Ahh today instead of working on e other bike.
>
> Kelly
>
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[RBW] Dynamo charging system

[shawn]

For those of you who may be looking into a charging system for your dynamo 
hub I thought I would share my recent experience with The Bright Bike 
Revolution. http://www.brightbikelabs.com/products/bright-bike-revolution

Last week I used the Revolution on a GAP-C&O tour and it performed 
perfectly. The Revolution kept our Iphones charged throughout the tour, 
even during two days of solid rain. Here is a picture of it mounted to my 
bike. 
http://www.flickr.com/photos/greenwayrider/8741419984/in/photostream

The Revolution worked as advertised and thus far it seems to be a viable 
solution for those who would like to have the capability to charge their 
electronic devices from a dynamo hub. 
Cheers
Shawn

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Re: [RBW] Dynamo charging system

[shawn]

Brian,
At times I was powering a headlight and taillight. 

On Wednesday, May 15, 2013 10:18:38 AM UTC-4, stonehog wrote:
>
> Shawn - was the bright bike the only device drawing from the dynamo, or 
> did you also power lights?
>
> Mobile Brian Hanson
>
> On May 15, 2013, at 6:12 AM, shawn > 
> wrote:
>
> For those of you who may be looking into a charging system for your dynamo 
> hub I thought I would share my recent experience with The Bright Bike 
> Revolution. http://www.brightbikelabs.com/products/bright-bike-revolution
>
> Last week I used the Revolution on a GAP-C&O tour and it performed 
> perfectly. The Revolution kept our Iphones charged throughout the tour, 
> even during two days of solid rain. Here is a picture of it mounted to my 
> bike. 
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/greenwayrider/8741419984/in/photostream
>
> The Revolution worked as advertised and thus far it seems to be a viable 
> solution for those who would like to have the capability to charge their 
> electronic devices from a dynamo hub. 
> Cheers
> Shawn
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[RBW] Re: Gransfors Bruks Hatchets

[shawn]

I don't carry an axe, but I do have a Bushcraft knife that I can take 
along. 



On Wednesday, May 15, 2013 4:57:53 AM UTC-4, ChrisB wrote:
>
> Hi All
>  
> Looking through Manny's photos (many thanks Manny for sharing and great 
> stuff) I saw that there is a photo of the new hand hatchet in the Gransfors 
> Bruks range.
>  
> I remember when Rivendell were selling these a few years ago and loved the 
> design and the ethos behind the company (not too dissimilar to Great 
> Pacific Ironworks unless I'm mistaken). It seemed consistent with Riv's 
> philosophy of a simple, quality (honesty perhaps) that over a lifetime 
> would offer value and just get more beautiful with age and use.
>  
> However, I never did spring for one because I couldn't see how I would use 
> it on a bike camping trip (and not look like slightly Jack Nicholson in the 
> Shining)...
>  
> I know they're highly revered in bushcraft circles: I googled and can see 
> how they are a nice compromise between a larger axe and smaller bushcraft 
> knife and can do the tasks of both well in skilled hands; making tent pegs, 
> feathering sticks for kindling, making simple shelters, skinning fish, 
> making traps etc.
>  
> But, I imagine that most of us would use a tents, will take 
> straightforward food and would be using a stove of some sort - perhaps the 
> Trangia (another wonderfully designed item) which burns meths. Weight's not 
> so much an issue (0.5kg) but it's a dense item and transport may be 
> (perhaps wrapped in tincloth in a pannier would be fine). So, it's not like 
> it's a bandana that we're chucking in here...
>  
> So, I guess my rambling question is, if you've got one, how d'ya use it on 
> bike trips?
>  
> Chris
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[RBW] Re: Guys and Their Carbon Toys

[shawn]

Great cartoon. I get so, so tired of roadies with a 25-30 lb spare tires 
stuffed into lycra making comments about how much my Roadeo weighs.

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>
> Thought the group might enjoy this. Mud Stud obviously doesn't work at RBW 
> ... 
>
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[RBW] Re: FS: All the Great "Rivendell" Components, minus frame, almost New Condition!

[shawn]

Checkerboard,
Do you have the specifics on all the components. I did not see the invoice 
posted. I am build up my wife's 51cm Atlantis and need any parts that would 
fit it. 
Thanks

On Tuesday, June 11, 2013 2:35:54 PM UTC-4, Checkerboard wrote:
>
> Hi All,
>  
> A couple weeks ago, I posted about my interest in selling all the 
> components I purchased from Rivendell to create a Riv-like Paramount, 
> similar to my Hilsen that I ride all the time. One of their mechanics 
> fitted all the components to the Schwinn, but I rode the bike maybe three 
> time for a total of two hours tops. Tried to sell it, but evidently the 
> market's pretty thin for a bike kitted like this one was. I sent it back to 
> Rivendell, where all the components were taken off and the original Campy 
> stuff was re-installed.
>  
> The items are listed on the invoice; my goal is to recapture *at least*50% of 
> the price I paid. Ideally someone has a nice frame just ready for 
> the first-class Rivendell Treatment!
>  
> Just reply to the post if interested. Thanks!
>  
>  
>  
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[RBW] WTB: 26 inch 32 hole wheelset

[shawn]

All,
I am in search of a wheelset for my wife's 51cm Atlantis. Thanks in advance 
for the responses. 

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[RBW] Re: USBR 35 is our next run

[shawn]

Kelly,
Sounds like a great ride. Sure wish I had the vacation time to go. Good 
Luck. See you and Dawn at the Hilly Hundred. 

On Wednesday, June 26, 2013 4:07:02 PM UTC-4, Kelly wrote:
>
> Well after not being about to find a shuttle in New York State to get our 
> crew back to the cars we moved our ride to the USBR 35.   So we'll be 
> riding from the Indiana border to Sault Ste Marie Ontario. 
> We found our shuttle back to our cars and actually have room for more 
> people if you are interested.   
>
> Just for informational and fun for your own planning this is the best site 
> as far as route and resources.  Including KML files for your GPS. 
> http://bicycletouringroutes.com/section.php?sectionid=5
>
> I can highly recommend this ride as Dawn and I have ridden the West 
> Shoreline a couple of times.  It's beautiful with plenty to do along the 
> way.  (most days anyway)
>
> We are heading out for two weeks  August 10th through the 24th when the 
> shuttle picks us up.  So 4 days of play time added in to our 10 day ride 
> time. 
>
> Kelly
>
>
>
>

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Re: [RBW] Re: bottom bracket creek, recommendation

[shawn]

Anybody have any recommendations on dealing with the creak in the sprung 
saddle? This is driving my wife crazy. I tried boeshield, no luck.

On Monday, July 1, 2013 3:43:50 PM UTC-4, Peter M wrote:
>
> Get a sprung brooks saddle, it creaks all the time and covers up any other 
> creaks you might be hearing. Problem solved. :)
>
>
> On Mon, Jul 1, 2013 at 3:42 PM, Phil Brown 
> > wrote:
>
>> What you think are BB creaks are many times seat post creaks. If it is 
>> from the BB teflon tape may cure it.
>> Phil Brown
>>
>>
>> On Monday, July 1, 2013 11:25:35 AM UTC-7, Mojo wrote:
>>>
>>> So you guys are probably better at this. But just in case: 
>>> When your bottom bracket area starts creaking with each pedal stroke, 
>>> before you tighten the chainring bolts, before you tighten the crankarm 
>>> bolts, before you pull your crankarms and reinstall, before you pull the 
>>> crankarms again and replace the bottom bracket cartridge... try tightening 
>>> down the pedals. It might save you an hour or your precious time.
>>>
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[RBW] FS/FT Tubus Cosmo

[shawn]

I have a brand new never mounted Tubus Cosmo for sale, $125 shipped. Will 
trade for medium Big Nitto rear rack.
Thanks
Shawn

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[RBW] Re: FS/FT Tubus Cosmo

[shawn]

The rack has been taken. Thanks

On Monday, July 15, 2013 10:03:46 AM UTC-4, shawn wrote:
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> I have a brand new never mounted Tubus Cosmo for sale, $125 shipped. Will 
> trade for medium Big Nitto rear rack.
> Thanks
> Shawn
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[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendells 68cm - three of them sort of

[shawn]

Kelly,
Congrats on scoring the Atlantis. I know you have been looking for one in 
your size for sometime now. You will love it. 

On Wednesday, July 17, 2013 1:10:54 PM UTC-4, Kelly wrote:
>
> So the story is... I am buying a 68cm Atlantis which I will need to build 
> up.   This will replace my AHH for a photography bike and day tours 
> allowing me significantly larger tires with fenders.  
>
> I've listed three bikes for sale.   However -  I'm only going to sell the 
> AHH or RAM not both.   So first one grabbed will take the other one off the 
> market.  The Quickbeam needs to be ridden and I don't ride  it often 
> enough.  I don't want a collection of bikes I want bikes I ride all the 
> freakin time like I've been doing.   For me that means three bikes.   I 
> love the way all of these bikes ride and am only making room for the new 
> Atlantis.   
>
> The prices are not fire sale and set at what I feel to be fair.   I 
> honestly don't want to strip them down for parts or frame.   Freight is not 
> included in the price.  
>
> Feel free to contact me tksl...@gmail.com  or 314-799-4743
>
>
> AHH - 67cm - Complete Bike - 2500.00
>  48 Noodles
>  Sugino Crank
> New White Industries Cassette Hub with Shimano Cassette
> Son28 (new style 2013) Front Hub
> Rims on both wheels are Velo Orange Raid
> Luxus B Head Light -Toplight Plus rear
>  Lugged Seat Post and Lugged Stem
> Marks Rack
> Nitto Rear Rack
> Longboard fenders
>
> Everything in photos except saddle and bags.
>
>
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/8749083906/in/set-72157632471917923
>
>
> Quickbeam 68cm - Complete Bike as Pictured - 2000.00
> Included is an extra set of Wheels that originally came with it. 
> Dyno and lights included.
> Front Bag included
>
> Saddle not included.
>
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/sets/72157633031703828/
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/7866686844/in/set-72157625210417815
>
> RAM 68cm Complete Bike -3200.00
> Gran Boise Rear Hub 
> SonDelux Front Hub
> Supernova Front and rear lights
> Lugged Stem
> Rene Herse Triple - 50-38-24
> SKS Bottom Bracket
> New Factory Paint Job
> 48cm Noodles
>
> Saddle and bags not Included
>
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/sets/72157632274231014/
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[RBW] Atlantis build help

[shawn]

I am building up my wife's 51 cm Atlantis and I have ran into some trouble. 
I cannot for the life of me get the rear cassette to shift into the largest 
two cogs. The drive train is as follows:
Sugino XD-2 46/36/24, Shimano cassettes- 9 Speed 12-36t, Shimano Deore LX 
rear derailer, Shimano Deore XT front derailer. 

I believe my chain line is ok. Any suggestions would be greatly 
appreciated. 
Thanks
Shawn


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[RBW] Re: Atlantis build help

[shawn]

Matt,
Thanks for the link. I have tried, but no luck. 

On Sunday, July 21, 2013 6:00:45 PM UTC-4, Matt Beebe wrote:
>
> First of all, good on you for building up an Atlantis for your wife! 
> Regarding the rear shifting, have you tried adjusting the derailleur set 
> screws?  
>
>
> http://www.parktool.com/blog/repair-help/rear-derailler-adjustments-derailleur
>
>
>
> On Sunday, July 21, 2013 5:44:54 PM UTC-4, shawn wrote:
>>
>> I am building up my wife's 51 cm Atlantis and I have ran into some 
>> trouble. I cannot for the life of me get the rear cassette to shift into 
>> the largest two cogs. The drive train is as follows:
>> Sugino XD-2 46/36/24, Shimano cassettes- 9 Speed 12-36t, Shimano Deore LX 
>> rear derailer, Shimano Deore XT front derailer. 
>>
>> I believe my chain line is ok. Any suggestions would be greatly 
>> appreciated. 
>> Thanks
>> Shawn
>>
>>
>>

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[RBW] Re: Atlantis build help

[shawn]

I haven't tried shifting by pulling on the cables, but I have tried to 
physically place the chain onto the the largest cog and it will not stay 
there once I rotate the crank. 
Thanks 

On Monday, July 22, 2013 4:30:16 AM UTC-4, IanA wrote:
>
> Try pulling the cable where it runs along the chainstay by hand.  If it 
> shifts up into 34/36 then you may need to take a little slack out of the 
> cable.
>
> On Sunday, July 21, 2013 3:44:54 PM UTC-6, shawn wrote:
>>
>> I am building up my wife's 51 cm Atlantis and I have ran into some 
>> trouble. I cannot for the life of me get the rear cassette to shift into 
>> the largest two cogs. The drive train is as follows:
>> Sugino XD-2 46/36/24, Shimano cassettes- 9 Speed 12-36t, Shimano Deore LX 
>> rear derailer, Shimano Deore XT front derailer. 
>>
>> I believe my chain line is ok. Any suggestions would be greatly 
>> appreciated. 
>> Thanks
>> Shawn
>>
>>
>>

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[RBW] Re: Atlantis build help

[shawn]

William,
I am using the Shimano bar end shifters that came off my son's LHT. 
Thanks

On Monday, July 22, 2013 2:50:55 PM UTC-4, William wrote:
>
> Shawn
>
> What shift lever are you using?  Knowing that, I (or several others here) 
> could give you a very specific step by step procedure to follow.  
>
> On Monday, July 22, 2013 11:27:42 AM UTC-7, shawn wrote:
>>
>> I haven't tried shifting by pulling on the cables, but I have tried to 
>> physically place the chain onto the the largest cog and it will not stay 
>> there once I rotate the crank. 
>> Thanks 
>>
>> On Monday, July 22, 2013 4:30:16 AM UTC-4, IanA wrote:
>>>
>>> Try pulling the cable where it runs along the chainstay by hand.  If it 
>>> shifts up into 34/36 then you may need to take a little slack out of the 
>>> cable.
>>>
>>> On Sunday, July 21, 2013 3:44:54 PM UTC-6, shawn wrote:
>>>>
>>>> I am building up my wife's 51 cm Atlantis and I have ran into some 
>>>> trouble. I cannot for the life of me get the rear cassette to shift into 
>>>> the largest two cogs. The drive train is as follows:
>>>> Sugino XD-2 46/36/24, Shimano cassettes- 9 Speed 12-36t, Shimano Deore 
>>>> LX rear derailer, Shimano Deore XT front derailer. 
>>>>
>>>> I believe my chain line is ok. Any suggestions would be greatly 
>>>> appreciated. 
>>>> Thanks
>>>> Shawn
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>

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[RBW] Re: Atlantis build help

[shawn]

William,
That is great info. I could have certainly done that with the washer, I 
wasn't even aware of this. I am novice bike mechanic at best.  However I 
wasn't able to shift into the largest two cogs in friction mode either.

On Monday, July 22, 2013 3:50:44 PM UTC-4, William wrote:
>
> Shawn
>
> OK, great, that provides an excellent clue.  Here is a very common 
> mistake.  Sometimes when you pull OFF the bar end shifter from a bike, the 
> shifter is in an up position, like it was in the middle of the cassette. 
>  Then, when you reinstall it onto the barend pod you put it in the down 
> position.  That square shaped recess that you fit the base washer on to 
> allows you to do this.  The problem is that now you have hidden 2 or 3 
> clicks of your shifter.  When you try to pull up to the bigger cogs on the 
> cassette it goes click-click-click-click-SLIIIDE.  The shifter feels like 
> it only has 5 or 6 clicks instead of the 9 distinct positions it is 
> supposed to have.  Could you have done this?  If so, remove the cable and 
> count the clicks.  If you don't have 9 distinct positions, then push the 
> shifter all the way down, and then unscrew it.  Re-attach it with the base 
> washer rotated 90 degrees up, and count again.  If you now have 9 distinct 
> positions, then move on.  
>
> Check this first and then get back to us.  Or if you are sure this already 
> works, let us know and we'll move on.
>
> Bill
>
> On Monday, July 22, 2013 12:20:16 PM UTC-7, shawn wrote:
>>
>> William,
>> I am using the Shimano bar end shifters that came off my son's LHT. 
>> Thanks
>>
>> On Monday, July 22, 2013 2:50:55 PM UTC-4, William wrote:
>>>
>>> Shawn
>>>
>>> What shift lever are you using?  Knowing that, I (or several others 
>>> here) could give you a very specific step by step procedure to follow.  
>>>
>>> On Monday, July 22, 2013 11:27:42 AM UTC-7, shawn wrote:
>>>>
>>>> I haven't tried shifting by pulling on the cables, but I have tried to 
>>>> physically place the chain onto the the largest cog and it will not stay 
>>>> there once I rotate the crank. 
>>>> Thanks 
>>>>
>>>> On Monday, July 22, 2013 4:30:16 AM UTC-4, IanA wrote:
>>>>>
>>>>> Try pulling the cable where it runs along the chainstay by hand.  If 
>>>>> it shifts up into 34/36 then you may need to take a little slack out of 
>>>>> the 
>>>>> cable.
>>>>>
>>>>> On Sunday, July 21, 2013 3:44:54 PM UTC-6, shawn wrote:
>>>>>>
>>>>>> I am building up my wife's 51 cm Atlantis and I have ran into some 
>>>>>> trouble. I cannot for the life of me get the rear cassette to shift into 
>>>>>> the largest two cogs. The drive train is as follows:
>>>>>> Sugino XD-2 46/36/24, Shimano cassettes- 9 Speed 12-36t, Shimano 
>>>>>> Deore LX rear derailer, Shimano Deore XT front derailer. 
>>>>>>
>>>>>> I believe my chain line is ok. Any suggestions would be greatly 
>>>>>> appreciated. 
>>>>>> Thanks
>>>>>> Shawn
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>>

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[RBW] Re: Cork grips glue suggestions?

[shawn]

I used Gorilla glue. It worked great, but it is pretty much permanent. 

On Thursday, August 8, 2013 12:34:11 AM UTC-4, Michael wrote:
>
> Hi Y'all,
>  
> Getting ready to put cork grips on my Albas and was wondering what 
> everyone uses and how long you have to wait after applying to ride on them. 
> Thanks for the info.
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[RBW] Re: What do Rivendell riders wear for cycling shorts for long rides?

[shawn]

When I ride my Atlantis I wear cotton briefs and regular gym shorts from 
Target. This combo has served me well on tour. I would like to try some 
wool briefs. 

When I ride my Roadeo I use padded underwear under my Target shorts. 

On Tuesday, August 13, 2013 11:26:54 PM UTC-4, Michael wrote:
>
> What do you Rivendell riders wear on long rides? Centuries, metric or 
> English, etc.
>  
> I know there is a general anti-padded-shorts vibe that emanates from 
> Walnut Creek.
>  
> But I just cannot go more than 20 miles in regular pants without 
> sweat-soaked undergarments just squeaking away against my flesh like a 
> squeegee. Ouch!!
>  
> I use LBS padded shorts for long rides but looking for something with a 
> thicker pad and maybe bigger in the back for my upright Alba riding 
> posture, since that puts more sitting area on the rear of the rear, so to 
> speak.
>  
> Thanks for any advice.
>

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[RBW] WTB 47cm - 50 cm Rivendell

[shawn]

I am looking to purchase a Rivendell for my wife and thought I would take a 
shot in the dark in hopes that someone was interested in selling a 47- 50 
cm Sam Hillborne, Atlantis, Saluki or AHH. 
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[RBW] Re: WTB 47cm - 50 cm Rivendell

[shawn]

All,
Thanks for the replys and suggestions. I tried the "buy it now" for the 
51cm Atlantis on ebay but someone beat me to the punch. 

On Friday, November 16, 2012 10:17:06 AM UTC-5, shawn wrote:

> I am looking to purchase a Rivendell for my wife and thought I would take 
> a shot in the dark in hopes that someone was interested in selling a 47- 50 
> cm Sam Hillborne, Atlantis, Saluki or AHH. 
> Thanks
>

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[RBW] Re: Congrats to Rivendell

[shawn]

Well said. 

On Friday, November 23, 2012 8:00:08 PM UTC-5, dougP wrote:

> RBW is to be congratulated for closing the entire weekend.  With all the 
> shopping madness, including even yesterday from what I hear, it's great to 
> see someone close up & give their employees a true long weekend.  As more 
> and more "holidays" are driven into frantic shopping days, it's refreshing 
> that someone has the courage to say "enough, we're oughta here for a while."
>
> dougP
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[RBW] Re: Rivendell in Detriot

[shawn]

I'm moving to Michigan!!!

On Thursday, November 29, 2012 8:50:18 PM UTC-5, Manuel Acosta wrote:
>
> It's always pretty cool to see a Rivendell in the wild. It's like seeing 
> an old friend or being apart of a secret club. Even cooler when you see a 
> Rivendell with it's owner that you actually know!
> Amit Singht, all around nice guy and apparently Bike avocate of beautiful 
> Detroit was caught with his Hunqipllar on the local Detriot news.
> Link proved that Amit keeps his bike to clean:
>
> http://www.clickondetroit.com/news/Michigan-Gov-Rick-Snyder-proposes-statewide-bike-trail/-/1719418/17598570/-/auhcajz/-/index.html
>
> -Manny " Hey I know that guy" Acosta
>

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[RBW] Re: WTB 47cm - 50 cm Rivendell

[shawn]

A quick update on my search for a Rivendell for my wife. I 
was originally only looking for an Atlantis, Sam or AHH, but ended up with 
both a 50 cm Betty Foy and a 51 cm Atlantis that was on e-bay. How did my 
wife get so lucky you might ask. After I thought I had lost out on the 
Atlantis I found the great deal on Josh Ratner's Betty Foy and after having 
 the wife tell me the Betty was her dream bike I decided to make her dream 
come true and purchased the Betty. Two days after purchasing the Betty 
I received a nasty note from E-bay saying I haven't paid for the Atlantis. 
What happened was there was a glitch with the "buy it now" and pay pal 
making me think I lost out on the purchase when in fact I had not. So now 
my wife has both an Atlantis and a Betty Foy. 

I am now on a parts search for both bikes. For the Betty I am looking for a 
165mm triple crank, Albatross bars, pedals, bar end shifters and a honey 
Brooks b67. I basically need everything for the Atlantis. Thanks in advance 
for any help with the parts search. 
Cheers
Shawn  

On Friday, November 16, 2012 10:17:06 AM UTC-5, shawn wrote:
>
> I am looking to purchase a Rivendell for my wife and thought I would take 
> a shot in the dark in hopes that someone was interested in selling a 47- 50 
> cm Sam Hillborne, Atlantis, Saluki or AHH. 
> Thanks
>

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[RBW] Re: which riv should I sell?

[shawn]

IMO if you must sell one make it the Hunq. I have both a Roadeo and an 
Atlantis. If I could only have one bike it would be the Atlantis. "You can 
do anything on an Atlantis". Because you can.


On Saturday, December 1, 2012 1:23:45 PM UTC-5, fulf wrote:
>
> Never thought I'd ever think of selling a Rivendell but with my third son 
> in college and plenty of bills in the mailbox, I'm thinking that one must 
> go. I just don't know which one. I have a four year old Atlantis which is 
> set up as a touring/rando bike and a Hunqapillar which is my go anywhere 
> bike. The Atlantis has noodle bars, 700*40 marathon supremes and is very 
> comfortable. The Hunq has bullmoose bars and 700*50 duremes. It's a little 
> sluggish on long rides but is great for trails and shorter rides. Is also 
> very comfortable and is less than a year old.  
>  Typically I ride them on a 28 mile commute, up to 50 mile loops, 
> around town on errands and someday,trail rides and I hope to ride a long 
> tour. I love both the bikes and really don't which one to part with. Any 
> advice or suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks.  Bill 
> PS- I hope Manny "one bike is enough" Acosta is right. 
>   
>  
>
>

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[RBW] Re: Custom Frame Raffle

[shawn]

I am building the wife's Betty Foy and Atlantis up right now, so no 
troubles getting to $300. Trying to figure out what kind of bike I would 
build if I won would be much more difficult. I have an Atlantis and Roadeo 
and I love both. I would most likely have a custom Atlantis built and pass 
mine to my son.  

On Tuesday, December 4, 2012 4:06:42 PM UTC-5, Dave Rivbike wrote:
>
> I just posted on the blug but thought to repost here. 
>
> We're raffling off a custom frame to one lucky customer who places a $300+ 
> order during December. 
>
> Info here: 
> http://rivbike.tumblr.com/post/37206352818/rivendell-raffle
>
> Happy Holidays
>
> -Dave@riv
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[RBW] Re: Saddlesack Large vs. Nitto Big Back Rack

[shawn]

I have the same rack- bag combination and IMO the two do not work the best 
together. I simply live with the Saddlesack resting up against the 
tombstone. This cuts into the volume the bag, but it works. I have thought 
of switching to a rack that does not have this type of tombstone, like the 
Tubus Cosmo. 

On Saturday, December 15, 2012 1:01:52 AM UTC-5, soapscum wrote:
>
> I'm struggling to get my new large Saddlesack to play nice with my Nitto 
> Big Back. The problem is that the tombstone on the rack holds the bag so 
> far back that the loops on the top of the bag can't reach the loops on my 
> saddle. Not by a LONG way. A new rack is not an option. Has anyone made 
> this combo work, and if so what the secret sauce?
>
> Thanks!
> Shawn
> Seattle, WA
>

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[RBW] Re: Raffle winner represent

[shawn]

Me, a custom Atlantis-All rounder with S&S couplings and internal wiring 
for generator lighting. I wonder if Grant would do Rohloff dropouts?

On Thursday, December 20, 2012 10:03:57 PM UTC-5, Allan in Portland wrote:
>
> I had been trying to decide whether to start this topic. Seeing the 
> direction the "new Riv" thread went, it seems I'm not alone thinking along 
> the same lines.
>
> So, what is your custom idea?
>
> Mine is a thin-wall, low-trail Saluki. (Would Grant do a low-trail custom? 
> I think he would.) Hard part is the color. I loved the Bean & Grey Hunq, 
> both color and small touches like the seat stay tops and fork crown 
> details, but orange is pretty awesome too. And I'm not sure a custom in the 
> colors of a stock model is proper etiquette. I'm sure Grant knows ;-), but 
> anyone else venture an opinion?
>
>
> And hey, even if you didn't enter, feel free to share.
>
> Merry Christmas,
> -Allan
>

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[RBW] Frame Pump

[shawn]

What is the best frame pump to use if you are going to have it painted to 
match your bike? 
Thanks
Shawn

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[RBW] Re: 2013 Riding Plans anyone?

[shawn]

C&O GAP in May and the Hilly Hundred in August. I would would also  like to 
complete several S24Os and S48O's over the spring and summer. 

On Sunday, January 6, 2013 11:47:08 AM UTC-5, Kelly wrote:
>
> Dawn and I were talking about vacation schedules this year and since they 
> changed how it was done at her work place it's been dicy getting dates that 
> work for thing like Michigan Shoreline West and thing as such.   However we 
> had a fantastic 2012 and were talking about the upcoming year.   We had 
> some casual ideas ... and then we decided to reduce cost by staying within 
> driving distance and excluding airfare. With that in mind here are some of 
> the rides / hopes for our 2013.  What are yours? 
>
> April -  Tour de Hills in Harrison Arkansas - One day ride
> May - Three State Three Mountain Challenge - One day ride
> May - Horsey Hundred - two day ride
> May- Weekend overnight
> June-  One week fully loaded tour... leaning towards Train to Chicago then 
> ride home. 
> July - try to survive heat during local club rides and around town stuff.
> August - One week fully loaded Cowboy Trail 
> September - 2 weeks and do the Erie Canal or Natchez Trace or USBR 35 From 
> Sault Ste. Marie to New Buffalo - Leaning towards Erie Canal at the Moment 
> though logistically it's the toughest of the three.
> October -  Hilly Hundred 2 day ride
> November - FestiVELO 4 day ride 
>
> Looking forward to 2013 and seeing what y'all are doing.. 
>
> Happy Trails
>
> Kelly
>
>
>
>

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[RBW] Re: Roadeo vs. Hilsen performance differences?

[shawn]

Michael,
I currently own a 59 cm Roadeo and have owned a 59 cm Hilsen in the past. I 
would say that on a whole the Roadeo is more responsive and quicker, but 
that is probably more to do with the way I have-had the two bikes set up. I 
replaced with the Hilsen with an Atlantis and I now feel like I have the 
best of both worlds with the Atlantis and Roadeo.  If you can only have one 
or the other I would go with the Hilsen. The Roadeo is a great bike, but 
the Hilsen is much more versatile and IMO plenty "fast enough".   

On Monday, January 21, 2013 3:54:40 PM UTC-5, Michael wrote:
>
> I am not ready to buy yet, so I don't want to waste their time on the 
>> phone at this point.
>> At this point I am still going with the Hilsen when I get to buy for all 
>> its eylet/braze on options, even though I am a saddle bag kinda guy and 
>> don't need racks for the riding I do.
>> The Hilsen sems like the more reasonable frame for me. Plus I think it 
>> looks better ;)
>>  
>>
>

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[RBW] Re: 1 bike? Could you do it?

[shawn]

I have a Roadeo and an Atlantis, but If I could only have one bike it would 
most definitely be the Atlantis. "You can do anything on an Atlantis. 
Because you can."

On Tuesday, January 22, 2013 9:48:04 PM UTC-5, murphyjrfk wrote:
>
> Suppose the title says it all. But I've been a thinking about going down 
> to 1---not a big step down cause I normally only have two three tops o' 
> working bikes anyways. And the overlap is out of control. How many 26" 
> touring bikes does one fellow need deal. But I love what I love I guess. 
>
> One bike? Could ya do it and what would it be?
>

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[RBW] Bikes back from paint

[shawn]

Just got my Atlantis and my wife's Betty and her Atlantis back from paint. 
Craig Ryan of Foresta frames did a great job. If you are in Indiana or near 
by and need a painter, Craig is a great choice. 
http://www.forestaframes.com/Site/Foresta_Frames.html

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[RBW] Re: Bikes back from paint

[shawn]

Kelly,
Thanks the bikes turned out great, we couldn't be happier. I am working on 
the Betty first, right now the Longboard fenders are giving me fits, ugh. I 
think you and Dawn having matching Atlantis's is great idea as well, I will 
keep my idea out for you.  

On Sunday, January 27, 2013 7:00:25 PM UTC-5, Kelly wrote:
>
> All the bikes look Great the matching Atlantis's look fantastic too.. 
> I'll have to show Dawn and tell her that me finding a 68 Atlantis so we can 
> match is even more important.. :)  Can't show her the gorgeous red Betty 
> though or she'll have me repainting hers .. :)
> Can't wait to see them after you build them back up! 
>
> Kelly
>
> On Sunday, January 27, 2013 2:11:00 PM UTC-6, shawn wrote:
>>
>> Just got my Atlantis and my wife's Betty and her Atlantis back from 
>> paint. Craig Ryan of Foresta frames did a great job. If you are in Indiana 
>> or near by and need a painter, Craig is a great choice. 
>> http://www.forestaframes.com/Site/Foresta_Frames.html
>>
>> http://www.flickr.com/photos/greenwayrider/sets/72157632622888105/
>>
>>
>>
>>

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Re: [RBW] Bikes back from paint

[shawn]

Thanks, the green is in between the Hunq green and the old Sam green. The 
painter is an art teacher and has a great eye for colors. 

On Sunday, January 27, 2013 5:06:52 PM UTC-5, Peter M wrote:
>
> Love that red betty, gorgeous color. The atlantis is pretty too, that 
> green is unique. 
> On Jan 27, 2013 4:56 PM, "Bertin753" > 
> wrote:
>
>> That is one extremely pretty, green Atlantis!
>>
>> Patrick "envious" Moore
>>
>> Patrick Moore
>> iPhone
>>
>> On Jan 27, 2013, at 1:11 PM, shawn > 
>> wrote:
>>
>> Just got my Atlantis and my wife's Betty and her Atlantis back from 
>> paint. Craig Ryan of Foresta frames did a great job. If you are in Indiana 
>> or near by and need a painter, Craig is a great choice. 
>> http://www.forestaframes.com/Site/Foresta_Frames.html
>>
>> http://www.flickr.com/photos/greenwayrider/sets/72157632622888105/
>>
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[RBW] Re: Shake down ride of the RAM

[shawn]

The Ram looks great. How do you like the Supernova light compared to the 
Edelux? I am was going to order the Edelux tomorrow, but would to hear your 
thoughts on the two lights. Thanks in advance. 

On Saturday, January 26, 2013 11:18:53 PM UTC-5, Kelly wrote:
>
> Well aside from missing my kickstand, larger bags, and not disliking but 
> planning on changing handle bar tape or brake levers... The Rambouillet far 
> exceeded expectations on a hilly and winding route.  Great high speed down 
> hills, good steep climbs, and better friends.   
>
> It handled turns in excess of 40mph accerating, braking and just coasting 
> like a dream.
> The "weird gearing" 50/38/24 on front and 11x28 on back was perfect for 
> me.   Both the 50x11 and 24x48 got work outs on this day...:)
>
> They don't make a Roadeo 68cm, but this is mine..thank you Rambouillet for 
> a great ride!
>
> Here is my baby.  
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/8396886312/in/set-72157632274231014/
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/8395802607/in/set-72157632274231014
>
> While out riding I ran into the guy who now owns my old Giant TCR...  Even 
> got to ride it again.
> As pretty and lite as it is... I was really glad to get off of it.
>
> Hope everyone's weekend is going well
>
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[RBW] Re: Shake down ride of the RAM

[shawn]

Thanks Kelly, just the kind of info I was looking for. I will order the 
Edelux tomorrow. 

On Sunday, January 27, 2013 8:25:26 PM UTC-5, Kelly wrote:
>
>
>
> On Sunday, January 27, 2013 7:10:36 PM UTC-6, shawn wrote:
>>
>> The Ram looks great. How do you like the Supernova light compared to the 
>> Edelux? I am was going to order the Edelux tomorrow, but would to hear your 
>> thoughts on the two lights. Thanks in advance.
>>
>
> Actually had I purchased it from PW instead of directly from Supernova I 
> would have returned it.   I personally like the Edelux much better.   That 
> being said the Supernova is still a nice light.  Jury is still out on the 
> itty bitty tail light... even if it  is bright.
>
> Either way, all things equal and they aren't.. more tail light choices 
> with Edelux .. auto sensing with Edelux and easier mounting due to less 
> weight of the Edulux and better light placement with the Edelux ... I would 
> still like the Edelux at this point in time :)
>
> Kelly 
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[RBW] Re: P45 Longboard question

[shawn]

Michael,
Do you have a photo of the front fender not conforming the way you would 
like it to? The reason I ask is because I am in the process of installing 
longboards on my wife's Betty and would like to see some of the possible 
fit issues. My first test fit had the front of the fender forward of the 
brake tilting upward. I am waiting on new tires before I do the final 
install. 

On Tuesday, January 29, 2013 4:16:41 PM UTC-5, Michael wrote:
>
> The SKS site says the P45 is for a 28" wheel. This may be why is doesn't 
>> conform to all wheel diameters on the front fender, fore of the brake mount.
>>
>  
> The rear fender is no problem on my 650b, but the front fender doesn't 
> conform to the front wheel (at least on mine). Nothing functionally wrong 
> with that, just a looks thing.
>
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[RBW] Re: P45 Longboard question

[shawn]

Thanks Michael. That is how the front fender looked on my test fit on the 
Betty and I also have the same problem on my regular SKS fenders on my 
Atlantis. Maybe I am doing something wrong during the installation.  

On Tuesday, January 29, 2013 8:08:26 PM UTC-5, Michael wrote:
>
> Yes, here is a pic.
>>
> You can see how the rear fender is great, but the front isn't.
>  
> You can also see it happening at the end of the riv video for the 
> longboard installation in the final seconds when it shows the finished 
> installation on their bike.
>  
> Even with my fender backed way off (moreso than in my pic) and trying 
> many adjustments, it just wants to rise away. 
> Doesn't really bother me, and the fenders work great. Just an aesthetics 
> thing.
>  
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/70237737@N00/8049473099/in/photostream
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Re: [RBW] Re: P45 Longboard question

[shawn]

Dan,
Did you mount the fender in back of the fork crown? I am assuming you did 
since you used a Sheldon fender nut. My wife's Betty is a 50cm as well and 
I thought the fenders would be too long to mount in the back of the fork 
crown. A photo of your Betty showing the fenders mounted would be greatly 
appreciated. 

Thanks
Shawn

On Tuesday, January 29, 2013 10:49:57 PM UTC-5, danmc wrote:
>
> Same look on my SO's Betty (50cm) with the longboards. Not as pronounced 
> as they are mounted with a Sheldon fender nut and under a Mark's rack. But 
> still. 
>
> Thinking about using a second stay to get the front to conform. Or perhaps 
> something off the rack. Too bad the rack does not have a fender mount built 
> in. 
>
> Dan
>
> Marin
>
> On Jan 29, 2013, at 5:21 PM, shawn > 
> wrote:
>
> Thanks Michael. That is how the front fender looked on my test fit on the 
> Betty and I also have the same problem on my regular SKS fenders on my 
> Atlantis. Maybe I am doing something wrong during the installation.  
>
> On Tuesday, January 29, 2013 8:08:26 PM UTC-5, Michael wrote:
>>
>> Yes, here is a pic.
>>>
>> You can see how the rear fender is great, but the front isn't.
>>  
>> You can also see it happening at the end of the riv video for the 
>> longboard installation in the final seconds when it shows the finished 
>> installation on their bike.
>>  
>> Even with my fender backed way off (moreso than in my pic) and trying 
>> many adjustments, it just wants to rise away. 
>> Doesn't really bother me, and the fenders work great. Just an aesthetics 
>> thing.
>>  
>> http://www.flickr.com/photos/70237737@N00/8049473099/in/photostream
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[RBW] Re: Bikes back from paint

[shawn]

One down two to go. Just got my wife's Betty all built up. My Atlantis is 
next. 

Here are some pics.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/greenwayrider/sets/72157632720988872/


On Sunday, January 27, 2013 3:11:00 PM UTC-5, shawn wrote:
>
> Just got my Atlantis and my wife's Betty and her Atlantis back from paint. 
> Craig Ryan of Foresta frames did a great job. If you are in Indiana or near 
> by and need a painter, Craig is a great choice. 
> http://www.forestaframes.com/Site/Foresta_Frames.html
>
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/greenwayrider/sets/72157632622888105/
>
>
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[RBW] FS Sackville, Grip Kings some non-Riv items

[shawn]

Eric,
I will take the King Grips if you still have them.
Thanks 
Shawn

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[RBW] Big Apples for GAP and C&O tour

[shawn]

I am doing the GAP and C&O from Pittsburgh to Washington D.C. in May and 
was wondering what the opinion was of using 50mm Big Apples for this ride.
Thanks in advance.
Shawn 

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[RBW] Re: Big Apples for GAP and C&O tour

[shawn]

Minh, I am a little worried that they may be too big and slow. 

On Sunday, February 17, 2013 9:04:03 PM UTC-5, Minh wrote:
>
> Are you worried that they will be too big or too small?  On the gap end 
> you might feel they are overkill but on the co end you'll be glad to have 
> them.  Besides the conditions, the co end drains poorly so it will be 
> muddier if there is a lot of rain this spring. 
>
> Any speed "lost" on the gap end means more time to admire the views. 
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[RBW] Re: Big Apples for GAP and C&O tour

[shawn]

All thanks for the input. I am glad to hear that many of you have ridden 
this ride with BA and were happy with their performance. I have only ridden 
a short distance on the BAs and they feel great, especially going down my 
long rough gravel drive way. I was concerned that the tires might be too 
heavy and slow, but again it is a tour and not a race. After reading a few 
of the comments about mud on the C&O, I am starting to wonder if I might be 
better with the Big or Little Ben tire. I worked really hard to get my 60mm 
Berthoud installed with the 50mm BAs and was concerned that if I did drop 
down in tire size the fenders would not look right with smaller tires. Here 
is a pic of my Atlantis.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/greenwayrider/8483800970/in/photostream

I know this is subjective, but what is the smallest tire you can run with 
60mm Berthound fenders and maintain a good fender line? 

Thanks 
   

On Sunday, February 17, 2013 7:21:05 AM UTC-5, shawn wrote:
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> I am doing the GAP and C&O from Pittsburgh to Washington D.C. in May and 
> was wondering what the opinion was of using 50mm Big Apples for this ride.
> Thanks in advance.
> Shawn 
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[RBW] Re: Big Apples for GAP and C&O tour

[shawn]

Rusty,
Thank you for the generous offer, but we are starting our ride earlier than 
the 17th. Enjoy your ride on the Katy Trail.

On Monday, February 18, 2013 10:25:59 AM UTC-5, Rusty Click wrote:
>
> They may be slow, but only if you're doing this ride in 4 days.  In that 
> case, speed might matter.
>
> We've done this ride a handful of times, in both directions, and over 
> different time frames.  I highly recommend  it.  You'll have a great time. 
>  The scenery and history of the area is wonderful.
> If you're not from the Pittsburgh area, and would like an escort to get 
> you and your group through the city maze and detours, and onto the main 
> trail, we would be glad to lead the way.  We would be available after the 
> 17th.(We are riding the Katy Trail at the beginning of the month)
>
> Have a Great Time!!,
>
> Rusty
>
> On Sunday, February 17, 2013 7:21:05 AM UTC-5, shawn wrote:
>>
>> I am doing the GAP and C&O from Pittsburgh to Washington D.C. in May and 
>> was wondering what the opinion was of using 50mm Big Apples for this ride.
>> Thanks in advance.
>> Shawn 
>>
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[RBW] Hilly Hundred

[Shawn]

My son and I are going to ride the Hilly Hundred for the first time
this year. I will be riding my Atlantis and my son will be riding his
Trek 2200r. My son asked why I was not riding my carbon fiber
Cannondale Synapse. I told him someone has to ride a real bike to
carry all of our support gear. Anyway, I plan on riding on Jack Brown
Green tires and was wondering if this is a good choice for this type
of ride? The Jack Browns have been good to me so far.

Thanks

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[RBW] Re: Hilly Hundred

[Shawn]

I will be there on my Atlantis.

On Oct 12, 8:30 pm, Kelly Sleeper  wrote:
> Anyone going this weekend?
>
> Kelly

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[RBW] Re: Hilly Hundred

[Shawn]

I am riding on Mr. Brown. I live in Indiana and IMO the roads are
pretty rough.

On Oct 13, 2:45 pm, "Scott G."  wrote:
> I'll be there on a yellow Ebisu All Purpose, my friend Ron on a green
> QuickBeam*
>
> *just kidding, orange Ram
>
> Note on the Hilly higher ups indicated the roads were in "rough" shape,
> compared to the rather lumpy Indiana roads we were riding at the time.
> May be a good ride to try out your new Jack Browns. ;-)

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[RBW] Re: Hilly Hundred Photos

[Shawn]

Kelly,
Great photos There is nothing like a great ride and making new
friends. Stay in touch and let's do it again next year.

On Oct 17, 7:19 pm, Kelly Sleeper  wrote:
> Met some new friends and had a great time.. fantastic weather.. and some 
> decent photos.
>
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/sets/72157627789581725/
>
> Kelly

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[RBW] FS: 1992 Bridgestone RB-1

[Shawn]

Complete bike $450 plus shipping. The bike is in great shape, only
selling because I recently acquired a Roadeo. Please contact off list
if you are interested.

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[RBW] Re: FS: 1992 Bridgestone RB-1

[Shawn]

Size 56cm. Sorry

On Nov 14, 9:04 am, Shawn  wrote:
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> selling because I recently acquired a Roadeo. Please contact off list
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