[RBW] Re: Interesting Incident on Today's Ride

2011-07-30 Thread charlie
Good job Eric. On Jul 30, 5:44 pm, Eric Norris wrote: > Interesting incident on today's ride--stopped to help a cyclist who was > riding waaay out in country on a cruiser bike, which was fully loaded with an > assortment of baggage. As I was helping fix her flat tire, she told m

[RBW] Re: E-werk settings

2011-07-30 Thread Michael Glaser
Kelly, if I had a question about dynamo-powered anything (including accessory chargers), I'd probably start with Peter White. Have you tried contacting him? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the we

Re: [RBW] Visit and ride at RBW

2011-07-30 Thread René Sterental
I missed you all by one day... I was there on Wednesday picking up my new Hunqapillar frame. Haven't had a chance to ride Mt. Diablo yet, but will certainly try in the near future. A guide will surely help! René -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW O

Re: [RBW] Wanted: Grip Kings

2011-07-30 Thread René Sterental
I have a set I no longer use. Let me dig them out from the mess in my garage. René On Sat, Jul 30, 2011 at 11:14 AM, Johnny Alien wrote: > I have been a long time sneaker pedal fan but I would like to try out a > pair of Grip Kings. I was hoping to find some used since I am not sure if I > will

[RBW] New Hunqapillar

2011-07-30 Thread René Sterental
I spent today afternoon building up the Hunqapillar and fine tuning its fit. Pictures of the initial build are here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/orthie251/sets/72157627319515196/ I put 40mm Marathon Extremes as I have a set of 2.25 Nobby Nics on order. They ride extremely nice on the pavement; ca

Re: [RBW] Rim replacement suggestions?

2011-07-30 Thread Tim McNamara
IMHO some of the best rims available are also among the cheapest- Araya, Alex, Sun. There are way too many expensive but inferior rims- and other components- on the market testing the theory about fools and their money. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Grou

Re: [RBW] Rim replacement suggestions?

2011-07-30 Thread cyclotourist
GREAT to know! He also has 36 hole 650B Dyads which as far as I know are the only ones to exist! Built me up a wheel a few weeks ago. On Sat, Jul 30, 2011 at 8:17 PM, Aaron Thomas wrote: > Rich L. at Riv has a clutch of silver A23s that he special ordered from > Velocity. He can build them for

Re: [RBW] Rim replacement suggestions?

2011-07-30 Thread Aaron Thomas
Rich L. at Riv has a clutch of silver A23s that he special ordered from Velocity. He can build them for you. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owner

Re: [RBW] Rim replacement suggestions?

2011-07-30 Thread cyclotourist
I hear ya'. That's what's keeping me from pulling the trigger on them, too! On Sat, Jul 30, 2011 at 8:01 PM, David Faller wrote: > I appreciate the suggestion. Too bad these don't come in all silver. I > really don't like black rims, at least on my Ram... > > > > On 7/30/2011 7:13 PM, cyclo

Re: [RBW] Rim replacement suggestions?

2011-07-30 Thread David Faller
I appreciate the suggestion. Too bad these don't come in all silver. I really don't like black rims, at least on my Ram... On 7/30/2011 7:13 PM, cyclotourist wrote: Velocity A23 are the hot new rims: http://www.bikesonline.com/velocity-a-23-700c-32h-black-silver-with-machined-sidewall.htm

Re: [RBW] Rim replacement suggestions?

2011-07-30 Thread Eric Norris
I've had very good luck with Velocity Aeroheads--rode them halfway across the US and in PBP 2007 without a single problem. --Eric campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com www.wheelsnorth.org On Jul 30, 2011, at 6:42 PM, Dave Faller wrote: > I have a 2007 Rambouillet. It came stock with Araya 540

Re: [RBW] Rim replacement suggestions?

2011-07-30 Thread cyclotourist
Velocity A23 are the hot new rims: http://www.bikesonline.com/velocity-a-23-700c-32h-black-silver-with-machined-sidewall.htm Here is a set for muy cheap ($11 shipping, too!): http://www.bikesonline.com/handspun-sport-series-3-front-wheel-shimano-105-5700-black-velocity-a23-32h-black.htm http://w

[RBW] Re: Rim replacement suggestions?

2011-07-30 Thread Leslie
Haven't used Araya's, supposedly pretty good rims, though. When I'd contacted Rich about wheels when building up my Rambouillet, since I'm not a little fella, he suggested that instead of going with their current recommended Synergy's, that I should like the Velocity Dyads... he's absolutely r

[RBW] Rim replacement suggestions?

2011-07-30 Thread Dave Faller
I have a 2007 Rambouillet. It came stock with Araya 540 rims and Shimano 105 hubs (as did many, if not most Romuli). They've been decent, sturdy wheels. Not to heavy, stayed true, etc. Today I had a fall (not a crash) which resulted in warping the rim. I was able to put the wheel on a truin

[RBW] Interesting Incident on Today's Ride

2011-07-30 Thread Eric Norris
Interesting incident on today's ride--stopped to help a cyclist who was riding waaay out in country on a cruiser bike, which was fully loaded with an assortment of baggage. As I was helping fix her flat tire, she told me that she was heading for San Francisco, and that she had started from Spoka

[RBW] Re: A kit for one week.

2011-07-30 Thread Mike
Yeah, I hear ya Kelly, what to bring is kind of personal. Given that its' summer I can't imagine being able to fill 4 panniers. Even those two aren't completely filled. I'm also not running fenders on my bike right now as we may have some lengthy sections of dirt/gravel. I don't feel like I'm doin

[RBW] Re: E-werk settings

2011-07-30 Thread islaysteve
Kelly, I assume your talking Macs, or Apple in any event. Have you tried Mac Forums. Give this a shot and poke around a bit. Folks there can probably help. good luck: http://www.mac-forums.com/forums/switcher-hangout/ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google G

[RBW] E-werk settings

2011-07-30 Thread Kelly Sleeper
Ok I tried this in lifestyles forum but the post won't go through.. any one by chance know current and voltage settings for the 461 cache battery and or the usb socket. I'm pretty sure voltage will be 5 volts for the iphone 4 but haven't figured out the amps.. thinking of going with 1amp at 5 v

[RBW] OT: route suggestions: redding to burney?

2011-07-30 Thread erik jensen
Hi All, I'm planning a tour of the sierra, and was originally planning to ride from mt. shasta as my starting point. Unfortunately, I'll have to box my bike to take it on amtrak to get there--i hate boxing my bike! So, I'm considering just going as far as redding--it would be easier and I am hopi

[RBW] Re: Riv Chica Warrior!

2011-07-30 Thread kps
awesome...totally awesome story. gave me chills. way to go Liesl!! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/Lq2YQhB2s60J. To post to this g

[RBW] Wanted: Grip Kings

2011-07-30 Thread Johnny Alien
I have been a long time sneaker pedal fan but I would like to try out a pair of Grip Kings. I was hoping to find some used since I am not sure if I will love them. Anyone? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discu

[RBW] Visit and ride at RBW

2011-07-30 Thread Jim Mather
Gernot, visiting from Thailand, wanted to buy my H-bars, so we met at RBW Thursday and went for a little ride in the Mt. Diablo foothills. We saw Esteban at RBW; he was there to buy some parts but didn't have time to join us. Esteban had his VeloCult Nobilette Demountable Randonneur, a very sweet l

[RBW] A kit for one week.

2011-07-30 Thread Kelly Sleeper
Bi,e travel being personal it's hard to say much. I will say what I do. Even for a week I run 4 panniers. Left front is food, cooking and coffee including large French press. Right front is electronics: chargers extension cords, computer. Rain gear, solar shower, trash bags, paper towels. Left

Re: RE: [RBW] Rivendell bumper sticker?

2011-07-30 Thread PATRICK MOORE
Thanks, all; I did see the BF one but for some reason my eyes slid right over the other one. I want one for my Citroen. On Fri, Jul 29, 2011 at 2:49 PM, Brett Lindenbach wrote: > http://www.rivbike.com/products/show/bumper-stickers/24-122 > > -- > You received this message because you are subscri

[RBW] t-9

2011-07-30 Thread jandrews_nyc
When a new frameset is purchased from Rivendell, does it ship already frame-savered? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/GF9FpR_edwEJ.

[RBW] Kinda Riv-ish? Beer Trike

2011-07-30 Thread nawrock
This is sorta, maybe kinda Riv related in that it is local and homegrown.  Living in Fort Collins, CO has alot of cool perks,  great local beer, alot of bike trails, and bike friendly community. http://www.coloradoan.com/article/20110730/BUSINESS/107300338/Equinox-Brewing-moves-beer

Re: [RBW] Schwalbe 650b "Fatty"

2011-07-30 Thread hobie
Yes they will fit on a Bleriot. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/fMcxC02uZIUJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@