Re: [RBW] Re: WTB 1994 Bridgestone MB-1

2010-09-19 Thread Michael Williams
Hey Ryan, thanks for the heads up. These are a little small for me though. but thanks again, Mike On Sun, Sep 19, 2010 at 3:27 PM, RoadieRyan wrote: > There is a MB-1 and 2 MB-3's on Seattle Craiglist > > > http://seattle.craigslist.org/search/bik?query=Bridgestone&srchType=A&minAsk=&maxAsk= > >

[RBW] Re: Seven day out-n-back.

2010-09-19 Thread Way Rebb
On Sep 19, 9:39 pm, Anne Paulson wrote: > Those considering a similar route should skip Highway 92 (which is > indeed horrible at some points) and venture a bit south to  Tunitas > Creek/Kings Mountain (beautiful, steep on Tunitas side) or go a little > further south to Highway 84 (less beautiful

[RBW] Re: Seven day out-n-back.

2010-09-19 Thread Way Rebb
On Sep 19, 9:02 pm, Allan in Portland wrote: > "What does the kick stand weigh?" > > Maybe they were trying to figure out why you weren't using it? :-) I > saw it being used in exactly two pictures, and those seemed to be the > same scene just different angles. > > Congrats on the trip. > > Best,

[RBW] Re: Seven day out-n-back.

2010-09-19 Thread Way Rebb
On Sep 19, 8:49 pm, doug peterson wrote: > Ray: > > Congrats on a great trip & thanks for the pix.  Meeting all those > fellow travelers shows you don't have to be on the road for a month to > have a great time.  Everyone touring on a bike seems to have their own > ideas on equipment, distance,

Re: [RBW] Seven day out-n-back.

2010-09-19 Thread Anne Paulson
On Sun, Sep 19, 2010 at 6:47 PM, Way Rebb wrote: > > Instead I re-loaded the Hillborne and headed to SF where I meandered > down the coast, camping at state parks, stayed at Pigeon Point hostel > (after an aborted Big Basin run) and turned around at Sunset Beach > Monterey.  I pushed the bike ove

[RBW] Re: accidentally perfect - now what?

2010-09-19 Thread amoll68
Hi Beth, Don't know about you - but I do get attached to my bikes. Probably foolishly so. Looks like you could ride your AR in any weather, all day, when you're tired, etc. How about setting up the LL as a "go- fast" for shorter, spirited rides when you're feeling frisky? 32mm Paselas are reasonab

[RBW] Re: Seven day out-n-back.

2010-09-19 Thread Allan in Portland
"What does the kick stand weigh?" Maybe they were trying to figure out why you weren't using it? :-) I saw it being used in exactly two pictures, and those seemed to be the same scene just different angles. Congrats on the trip. Best, -Allan -- You received this message because you are subscri

[RBW] Re: finally cleaned and photographed my Rivendell

2010-09-19 Thread amoll68
Thanks for sharing, David. Fantastic machine! Looks like you had some big Pasela's on there before (35s or 38s?) How did you like those, and how do they compare to the Supremes in 40? Best regards, Alex Moll Marysville, WA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: Seven day out-n-back.

2010-09-19 Thread doug peterson
Ray: Congrats on a great trip & thanks for the pix. Meeting all those fellow travelers shows you don't have to be on the road for a month to have a great time. Everyone touring on a bike seems to have their own ideas on equipment, distance, routing, etc., that are endlessly fascinating. College

[RBW] Re: VO Grand Cru Seatpost Users?

2010-09-19 Thread Justin August
Just another vote of confidence for this product. It is fantastic - every detail is just right. It's the only seatpost I'll buy for the bikes that it will fit in! On Sep 19, 6:24 pm, RoadieRyan wrote: > +3 on the owning and the loving. I run mine with a B.17 and really > like the 2 bolt adjustmen

[RBW] Re: accidentally perfect - now what?

2010-09-19 Thread Beth H
On Sep 19, 11:30 am, PATRICK MOORE wrote: > Photo, please! Oh. Right, sorry about that. http://www.flickr.com/photos/bethness/4982920303/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/bethness/4983518560/ And, um, Steve -- yeah, the 650b thought has crossed my mind. Just so you know. ..::grin::.. meanwhile, th

[RBW] Seven day out-n-back.

2010-09-19 Thread Way Rebb
Hello, I just finished up a great seven day out-n-back from SF to Monterey. It was supposed to be a nine day loop heading one day east then south through the California central valley with a cut over to the coast and head up through Monterey to SF. Day one was way to hot so I bailed on that idea.

[RBW] Re: Watch those kickstand plates! and question about S and S couplers

2010-09-19 Thread Angus
This is my favorite part of the whole thread "I'll probably re-visit the idea when it's time to re-paint." Not thought of a new bike, basic assumption that this bike is good and will be around for a long time. I love it! Angus On Sep 19, 4:15 pm, doug peterson wrote: > I packed an S&S bik

[RBW] Re: finally cleaned and photographed my Rivendell

2010-09-19 Thread Angus
That is a stunning bike David! Those Joe Bell paint job are certainly nice. Angus On Sep 19, 5:37 pm, David Sprunger wrote: > Rivendellers, > > For two years, I've promised to scrub the beausage off my bike and > take some updated pictures.  I have finally done so, and the pictures > are here:h

Re: [RBW] Re: Watch those kickstand plates! and question about S and S couplers

2010-09-19 Thread cyclotourist
Well I won't talk bad about them any more! :-) On Sun, Sep 19, 2010 at 3:11 PM, NickBull wrote: > My bike uses 700x30 or 700x32 tires. I haven't had any problems > packing those with my SKS-45 fenders zip-tied to the rim, which > presses the deflated tires a little flatter so there's room for

[RBW] Re: finally cleaned and photographed my Rivendell

2010-09-19 Thread Marty
That's fantastic David! A Rivendell Hall of Famer for sure. I'm debating that seatpost for my up-coming diaga-Bomba - any thoughts / lessons learned? Marty On Sep 19, 6:30 pm, Montclair BobbyB wrote: > Wow... looks showroom new... Beautiful bike... > > On Sep 19, 6:37 pm, David Sprunger wrote:

[RBW] Re: WTB: Nigel n' Smythe Tweed mud flapper.

2010-09-19 Thread rcnute
Austin: You can have mine. Ryan rcn...@hotmail.com On Sep 19, 1:54 pm, Austin Andrews wrote: > Howdy, > > Friend and I went for a ride this morning, lent him one of my bikes. > Both made it home, he with my bike sans mud flap. I know they've got > s'ville ones these days but I'd love to put a tw

[RBW] Re: Watch those kickstand plates! and question about S and S couplers

2010-09-19 Thread mitchelr
Kip, I've tried all the options. I have an S&S coupled Atlantis, a touring-retrofitted Dahon Flo (the full size steel Ritchie designed mountain bike that comes apart) and a Bike Friday. My wife and I spent five weeks last Feb-March in Northern Thailand - on our Bike Fridays. We just returned fro

Re: [RBW] accidentally perfect - now what?

2010-09-19 Thread CycloFiend
on 9/19/10 11:30 AM, PATRICK MOORE at bertin...@gmail.com wrote: > Photo, please! Beth's Longlow was one of the first in the Galleries - http://www.cyclofiend.com/cc/2005/cc011-bethhamon0605.html and her All-Rounder is here - http://www.cyclofiend.com/cc/2007/cc408-bethhamon1107.html - J --

[RBW] WTB: Irish Straps

2010-09-19 Thread Johnny Alien
Hey guys! I was out with a friend and they loved my burrito wrap so I would like to give them one. I have the fabric but need one of those colorful Irish wraps. I would pick one up from Rivendell but I don't need anything else and don't want to pay shipping for one strap. Does anyone have one tha

[RBW] WTB: Nigel n' Smythe Tweed mud flapper.

2010-09-19 Thread Austin Andrews
Howdy, Friend and I went for a ride this morning, lent him one of my bikes. Both made it home, he with my bike sans mud flap. I know they've got s'ville ones these days but I'd love to put a tweed flap back on the thing. Miss it, just a flap, but I miss it. Best, Austin -- You received this me

[RBW] Re: finally cleaned and photographed my Rivendell

2010-09-19 Thread Montclair BobbyB
Wow... looks showroom new... Beautiful bike... On Sep 19, 6:37 pm, David Sprunger wrote: > Rivendellers, > > For two years, I've promised to scrub the beausage off my bike and > take some updated pictures.  I have finally done so, and the pictures > are here:http://www.cord.edu/faculty/sprunger/b

[RBW] finally cleaned and photographed my Rivendell

2010-09-19 Thread David Sprunger
Rivendellers, For two years, I've promised to scrub the beausage off my bike and take some updated pictures. I have finally done so, and the pictures are here: http://www.cord.edu/faculty/sprunger/bikes/riv1334/ After washing away the crust, I rubbed everything down with Pledge wipes (actually t

[RBW] Re: WTB 1994 Bridgestone MB-1

2010-09-19 Thread RoadieRyan
There is a MB-1 and 2 MB-3's on Seattle Craiglist http://seattle.craigslist.org/search/bik?query=Bridgestone&srchType=A&minAsk=&maxAsk= On Sep 19, 10:42 am, Michael Williams wrote: > Anyone out there have a 1994 MB-1 they want to sell. I know its a long > shot, but giving it a try. 22"or 23" fra

[RBW] Re: FS:56cm Atlantis Frame/fork/wheelset

2010-09-19 Thread Pondero
I've always wanted an Atlantis, and this one is just my size. And I really wish I hadn't just slammed my fist on the table telling my wife that we needed to reduce our expenses and get more serious about retirement savings. Talk about pathetic timing... Hopefully, someone will put this treasure

[RBW] Re: VO Grand Cru Seatpost Users?

2010-09-19 Thread RoadieRyan
+3 on the owning and the loving. I run mine with a B.17 and really like the 2 bolt adjustment and the look and quality. I had a Kalloy as I was trying to go "inexpensive" and I hated that seatpost. I would gladly pay $48 for a Grand Cru on my next bike. Ryan On Sep 19, 2:40 pm, Garth wrote: >

Re: [RBW] accidentally perfect - now what?

2010-09-19 Thread cyclotourist
On Sun, Sep 19, 2010 at 3:00 PM, Steve Palincsar wrote: > On Sun, 2010-09-19 at 08:32 -0700, Beth H wrote: > > > So now I have a Rivendell LongLow hanging on a hook in partial > > assembly, and I will stare at it (rather guiltily) this fall and > > wonder how to configure it next. Rather than pay

[RBW] Re: Watch those kickstand plates! and question about S and S couplers

2010-09-19 Thread NickBull
My bike uses 700x30 or 700x32 tires. I haven't had any problems packing those with my SKS-45 fenders zip-tied to the rim, which presses the deflated tires a little flatter so there's room for the fenders in the case. I always set it up so that TSA can just lift the whole disassembled bicycle out

Re: [RBW] accidentally perfect - now what?

2010-09-19 Thread Steve Palincsar
On Sun, 2010-09-19 at 08:32 -0700, Beth H wrote: > So now I have a Rivendell LongLow hanging on a hook in partial > assembly, and I will stare at it (rather guiltily) this fall and > wonder how to configure it next. Rather than pay a frame builder to > make it take a roomier tire (I might be able

[RBW] Re: VO Grand Cru Seatpost Users?

2010-09-19 Thread Garth
Thank you Mike!32mm sounds fine. The photos are deceptive for sure, it looks smaller than it really is. I never met a seatpost that had too much setback. My old Campy posts are about 25mm in setback, so the VO will be perfect. On Sep 19, 5:22 pm, Michael_S wrote: > Mine measures about 32m

[RBW] Re: VO Grand Cru Seatpost Users?

2010-09-19 Thread eflayer
have em on two bikes both with B17s. i like em a lot. no complaints and good micro tune adjusting with two bolts. On Sep 19, 2:22 pm, Michael_S wrote: > Mine measures about 32mm. a Nitto Crystal fellow I have measures 36mm. > > I'm very happy with mine and have had no problems. They have more s

[RBW] Re: VO Grand Cru Seatpost Users?

2010-09-19 Thread Michael_S
Mine measures about 32mm. a Nitto Crystal fellow I have measures 36mm. I'm very happy with mine and have had no problems. They have more set back then Nitto's which work better for people who need to sit further back to get the right hip position. ~Mike~ On Sep 19, 12:50 pm, Garth wrote: > Gree

[RBW] Re: Watch those kickstand plates! and question about S and S couplers

2010-09-19 Thread Angus
Lynne, My All-Rounder has 135mm rear spacing, I remove the axles from the front and rear Phil Wood Hubs when I pack the bike. Otherwise, just like yours, it's a bit of a pain. Mine is a 59cm but with 26" wheels...which helps. Angus On Sep 19, 2:25 pm, Lynne Fitz wrote: > I don't find the Ble

[RBW] Re: Watch those kickstand plates! and question about S and S couplers

2010-09-19 Thread doug peterson
I packed an S&S bike on a tour for someone who had to leave on short notice. He had photos in the case which made all the difference in the world, showing the packing sequence. I just deflated the 700c tires to get some more wiggle room. Never having done this before, it took well over an hour b

Re: [RBW] Re: Watch those kickstand plates! and question about S and S couplers

2010-09-19 Thread cyclotourist
Quite a jigsaw puzzle! I can't imagine packing a bike with 700C X 35mm tires and fenders! I'm sure it has been done, but those 650B tires (Nifty Swifty?) barely fit! On Sun, Sep 19, 2010 at 12:25 PM, Lynne Fitz wrote: > I don't find the Bleriot particularly easy to pack - the 135mm rear > spa

[RBW] Re: Inaugural Ride - Bombadil

2010-09-19 Thread JoelMatthews
> Tonight there was a bright moon, which my Schmidt Edelux light, > powered by a Shimano dynamo hub quickly cancelled out.  Temperature > was perfect (60 degrees) and the ride was awesome. Provided you can do it where the chance of meeting an intoxicated driver is low, night riding is really somet

Re: [RBW] Re: Inaugural Ride - Bombadil

2010-09-19 Thread PATRICK MOORE
I've got a Logo too, and the tight spot is the strut clamps, but since there is half an inch between their underside and the top of the tire, I think the PB Cascadias will fit fine. My rear fender is amputated at just long enough to prevent tire spray from hitting the saddle and my back, and not ha

[RBW] VO Grand Cru Seatpost Users?

2010-09-19 Thread Garth
Greetings, Does any here use the VO Seatpost? I need a longer one than I have, and the VO appear okay, but I noticed the clamp looks rather small. (Fore to aft, not width) Any seatpost I've owned had a clamp of 41mm or so. I would think a shorter clamp would put more stress on the rails, but to w

[RBW] Re: Watch those kickstand plates! and question about S and S couplers

2010-09-19 Thread Lynne Fitz
I don't find the Bleriot particularly easy to pack - the 135mm rear spacing makes it "fat" in the case, if you know what i mean. takes a lot of wiggling. Plus the Nitto stem - have to do some amazing handlebar wiggling, because I can't remove the stem. Can't speak to the height issue. Granted,

[RBW] accidentally perfect - now what?

2010-09-19 Thread Aaron Young
Great post, Beth. I just reread the BQ article (its actually the Spring 2010 issue) and what a great couple of bikes you have! Congrats - really makes me want to go for a ride. Aaron Young Rochester, NY On Sun, Sep 19, 2010 at 2:30 PM, PATRICK MOORE wrote: > Photo, please! > > On Sun, Sep 19,

[RBW] Re: Inaugural Ride - Bombadil

2010-09-19 Thread Montclair BobbyB
Patrick: That's a fair question, and actually I tended to run the Big Apples 2.35s on the Fargo in the mid to high 40s, whereas I had only 30 psi in the Bombadil's tires (2.0 width Big Apples)... Hey, I didn't say it was a FAIR comparison... :) I have long been a fan of the 2.35 Big Apples, and t

[RBW] Re: What Pedal is This?

2010-09-19 Thread Aaron Young
That's funny! I recently picked up some old-school Ratrap pedals at the Goodwill for $3. I made the same mistake - they are also 1/2"! I better start paying more attention I guess! Aaron Young Rochester, NY On Sun, Sep 19, 2010 at 4:03 AM, RoadieRyan wrote: > Good call Jim I was thinking the

[RBW] Re: Inaugural Ride - Bombadil

2010-09-19 Thread Montclair BobbyB
Rene: Indeed... Are you sure you don't want it back? (Seriously, it's an awesome ride... the sizing is perfect for me... Hope you're enjoying your new Atlantis.) Peace, BB On Sep 19, 3:27 am, Rene Sterental wrote: > Awesome feeling, isn't it? > > I'm happy for you! Can't wait to see the photo

Re: [RBW] Inaugural Ride - Bombadil

2010-09-19 Thread PATRICK MOORE
So the Bombadil is smoother than the Fargo despite the narrower tires? What pressures do you run both pairs at? I noticed that my new (to me) Fargo is noticeably smoother than my Monocog 29er. And: the B can't fit 2.35s with fenders? That is what keeps me from buying one. I hear that the Hunq can

Re: [RBW] accidentally perfect - now what?

2010-09-19 Thread PATRICK MOORE
Photo, please! On Sun, Sep 19, 2010 at 9:32 AM, Beth H wrote: > Enough of you are familiar with The Rivvy (my '99 LongLow) that I > don't need to go into the background (for those who aren't see > RivReader # 18 or the Summer 2010 Bicycle Quarterly). > > But here's the part of the history I haven

[RBW] WTB 1994 Bridgestone MB-1

2010-09-19 Thread Michael Williams
Anyone out there have a 1994 MB-1 they want to sell. I know its a long shot, but giving it a try. 22"or 23" frame, whatever was the largest that year. Thanks, Mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send e

[RBW] FS:56cm Atlantis Frame/fork/wheelset

2010-09-19 Thread Michael Williams
I have a 2007 56cm Atlantis frame/fork/headset for sale. Also I have A really great wheelset/tires for sale as well. Mavic 719/XT 36h 26" Schwalbe Marathon Supremes. Id like to sell them together. The bike and wheelset are both used. Bike shows normal use from mounting racks, chainsuck, a couple a

[RBW] tires 'n chains

2010-09-19 Thread Ted Durant
You'd think that I wouldn't have to re-learn certain lessons after 35 years of riding, but apparently I do. I just gave the Ur-Heron a new set of Roly Polys and a new Sachs chain, and it's amazing what a difference that made in how the bike feels. Smooth & quiet! The Sachs chains come pre-l

[RBW] Re: accidentally perfect - now what?

2010-09-19 Thread Garth
That's great you found a setup that works for you! As far as the LL frame ... It's not really worth it to go modifying the frame, unless it was the only frame left on Earth I suppose! I'm a believer in letting frames be, with the exception of minor things like cold setting a rear to accept a 1

[RBW] accidentally perfect - now what?

2010-09-19 Thread Beth H
Enough of you are familiar with The Rivvy (my '99 LongLow) that I don't need to go into the background (for those who aren't see RivReader # 18 or the Summer 2010 Bicycle Quarterly). But here's the part of the history I haven't shared with folks. When I selected the LongLow in 1998, Rivendell was

[RBW] Shimano SPD SH-M 152N mountain bike shoes, size 44

2010-09-19 Thread eflayer
Shimano SPD SH-M 152N mountain bike shoes, size 44 Shimano SPD SH-M 152N mountain bike shoes, size 44. These are a few years old, but have only been used for a few hundred miles on a road bike. The toe spikes have been removed. I even use my own custom orthotics, so these inner soles are as new,

Re: [RBW] Re: and 99 cents

2010-09-19 Thread cyclotourist
The dime's for the call home if the patches don't work. :-) On Sat, Sep 18, 2010 at 10:46 PM, Brad Gantt wrote: > I always thought the dime was used to rough-up the tube a bit to allow > for greater adhesion. That's how I use it anyway. The dime is the > lightest american coin with a rough edge

[RBW] Re: Tent suggestions

2010-09-19 Thread John Bennett
I'm with Gary. The Big Agnes SL2 is great. Just the right size and weight to be practical. Sets up quick and easy, too. Any of these would be great. http://www.bigagnes.com/Products/ProductFinder/Tent/filters/21 Cheers, John On Sep 13, 8:09 pm, Gary wrote: > Big Agnes SL2. Great tent under 3

[RBW] Re: What Pedal is This?

2010-09-19 Thread RoadieRyan
Good call Jim I was thinking the same thing "can a 1/2 inch pedal work on a road bike?" Aaron was in the right neighborhood and spot on with model the 9/16 version appears to be here http://www.amazon.com/Sunlite-Cruz-Sport-Pedals-Silver/dp/B00363HUME/ref=sr_1_46?ie=UTF8&s=cycling&qid=1284883214

Re: [RBW] Inaugural Ride - Bombadil

2010-09-19 Thread Rene Sterental
Awesome feeling, isn't it? I'm happy for you! Can't wait to see the photos. René Sent from my iPhone 4 On Sep 18, 2010, at 8:28 PM, Montclair BobbyB wrote: > I was so stoked to ride my Bombadil, I had just finished giving the > Noodles a temp-tape wrap, when I decided to break tradition and s