[RBW] Re: SH/AHH sizing question

Just to be clear regarding following Rivendell's advice: Keven told me to get at least a 66 when I told him my PBH initially, and I muddled up the process with bad measurements and inexperience. With better measurements and knowing what I like a la Rivendell bikes for the Sam, he told me a 64cm Sam

[RBW] Re: Today's Blug Post

Like a Volvo 122 rear brake drum... torch, puller, torch, puller, torch, puller. No one is probably that excited about burning the paint off the BB shell just to get the cranks off, though. That just reminds me how much I hate working on cars. Bikes are bad enough. Philip Philip Williamson www.b

[RBW] Re: Who's going to NAHBS?

I've ridden the route coming back from davis. It's flatish and windy at some sections. Not particular interesting you either ride really fast through it or you have company to talk to. I was planning on riding to get to the show with minimal stoppage , but if I can get some company it would be grea

Re: [RBW] Post card Mad Libs Contest!

Excellent! and one wonders, what was Madonna's response? -JimD On Feb 28, 2012, at 7:33 PM, William wrote: > Grant blug quote: > > "But that would be kind of neat, wouldn’t it? Sticky-back messages, maybe > with blanks in a few key places (“Hi, ___! Long time, no __. > I hope

Re: [RBW] Re: Today's Blug Post

On Tuesday, February 28, 2012 10:14:28 PM UTC-5, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: > > Grant Petersen and Rick Smith have never been seen together in public. > Coincidence? > I think not! > > ROTFL!!! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group

[RBW] Post card Mad Libs Contest!

Grant blug quote: "But that would be kind of neat, wouldn’t it? Sticky-back messages, maybe with blanks in a few key places (“Hi, ___! Long time, no __. I hope you and the fam are doing __. Everybody on my side of the fence is __. Say, do you still have that

Re: [RBW] Today's Blug Post

I have to agree. I signed up in early January so the credit really wouldn't be doing it's job. I'm just going to pass on it. Aloha, Bob On Tue, Feb 28, 2012 at 4:57 PM, Tim McNamara wrote: > > I'm signed up already and digging the comics, so while I did it I'm not > sending an e-mail to Grant

[RBW] Re: Today's Blug Post

So Fiskars the scissors company is Finnish in origin, founded in 1649? Just rocked my world. I saw the dateline on the knife-making article, and thought, "Fiskars, that's a coincidence." Only not. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fiskars Philip Philip Williamson www.biketinker.com On Feb 28, 4:34 

[RBW] Re: Did we ever find out what H.S. stood for?

Ha ha, keeping with the Francophile theme. Thanks for the shout-outs to Nanook and Paddle to the Sea too. We used to watch that movie every year on the last day of school, we all had to sit on the hard floor of the auditorium. I remember my leg would always fall asleep during it. It was a good tim

Re: [RBW] Re: Today's Blug Post

Grant Petersen and Rick Smith have never been seen together in public. Coincidence? I think not! On 2/28/12, Bruce Herbitter wrote: > Me 2. > > On Tue, Feb 28, 2012 at 7:17 PM, dougP wrote: > >> Yehuda Moon is worth full retail; I signed up as soon as Rick re- >> launched the strip, >> > > -- >

[RBW] Re: Today's Blug Post

It's probably Ultra-Torque's cost-saving cousin, Power-Torque. It's essentially the same design as the Shimano Hollowtech II or SRAM cranks, with the complete BB spindle being rigidly attached to the right (drive) side arm; however, unlike the Shimano or SRAM cranks that uses a spline+pinch bolt m

Re: [RBW] Today's Blug Post

On Feb 28, 2012, at 7:04 PM, Rex Kerr wrote: > > On Tue, Feb 28, 2012 at 4:58 PM, William wrote: > If you want to diss Rivendell's fiscally questionable maneuvers, go no > further than their offer to pay you $20 if you'll subscribe to Yehuda Moon > for $12. Who's the bigger fool? Riv for offe

[RBW] Today's Blug Post

"Stuff Grant thinks is neat" is a tricky business model. Obviously there is a strong core of people who think that bike stuff-Grant-thinks-is-neat is neat, but the model would obviously be weaker at the margins. Riv always seemed least strong as a lifestyle company, most strong as a bicycle make

[RBW] Re: Today's Blug Post

Agree on Mr. Moon & Co., although I have to have the comments section "off" to truly enjoy the strip. Been re-subscribed since the strip re- launched. (Was also a patron before the hiatus.) As to what Rivendell sells, that is their choice. They happen to be my source for Kookaburra and shaving cr

[RBW] Re: Today's Blug Post

Interesting that the crank is no cooperating as it looks like an Ultra- torque which has a split spindle. They should be able to just remove the 10mm bolt and wiggle the two halves apart? On Feb 28, 8:02 pm, Aaron Thomas wrote: > I have no position on Riv's business practices here, but on the

[RBW] Re: Today's Blug Post

On Feb 28, 4:54 pm, Bruce Herbitter wrote: > "Although, on the topic of tents, here’s me at 23 in 1977 standing > alongside my Rivendell Mountain > WorksBombshelter. On Mt. > Shasta, and 80 mph winds." > > Now that is a postcard that would sell.   Seri

[RBW] Re: Did we ever find out what H.S. stood for?

Henri Slackeur (or, in the case of Beth and others of her ilk: Henrietta Slackeuse) On Feb 28, 3:26 pm, "David T." wrote: > Maybe I missed it. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-

Re: [RBW] Re: Today's Blug Post

Me 2. On Tue, Feb 28, 2012 at 7:17 PM, dougP wrote: > Yehuda Moon is worth full retail; I signed up as soon as Rick re- > launched the strip, > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owner

[RBW] Re: Today's Blug Post

Yehuda Moon is worth full retail; I signed up as soon as Rick re- launched the strip, & have gotten my year's worth of laughs already. With the deal Grant is offering, you can't go wrong. The "little goodies" are hard to criticize but I can see stuff like that being a bit of drag on profits. The

Re: [RBW] Who's going to NAHBS?

> Anyone else from this collective planning on going? It might be nice to connect names and faces. I'm thinking > about wearing my little RBW pin so any Rivvers might see it and say "Hey!" Just discovered this thread after starting my own. I plan to be there on Saturday -- will be wearing my br

Re: [RBW] Today's Blug Post

On Tue, Feb 28, 2012 at 4:58 PM, William wrote: > If you want to diss Rivendell's fiscally questionable maneuvers, go no > further than their offer to pay you $20 if you'll subscribe to Yehuda Moon > for $12. Who's the bigger fool? Riv for offering it? Or you for not > taking advantage? Crazy

[RBW] Re: Today's Blug Post

I have no position on Riv's business practices here, but on the subject of today's Blug post, I'd sure like to see a full photo of the Molteni-orange-ish bike with the Campy crank. Is it a custom? A Roadeo? And why does the customer want it off? Seems like a nifty looking crank to me. Aaron On

Re: [RBW] NAHBS this weekend

Well, the website does say: > Indoor bicycle parking is provided adjacent to the show hall. But I'm still not sure how it'll be. On Tue, Feb 28, 2012 at 4:57 PM, Andrew wrote: > > Does it seem just absurd that this event would not have valet bike > parking? > -- You received this message bec

Re: [RBW] NAHBS this weekend

San Francisco Giants offer free secure valet bike parking, but NAHBS does not. No justice, just us. On Tuesday, February 28, 2012 4:57:24 PM UTC-8, BSWP wrote: > > On Tue, Feb 28, 2012 at 4:48 PM, Rex Kerr wrote: > >> Any of you going to be there this Saturday? I'll be wandering around in >

Re: [RBW] Today's Blug Post

If you want to diss Rivendell's fiscally questionable maneuvers, go no further than their offer to pay you $20 if you'll subscribe to Yehuda Moon for $12. Who's the bigger fool? Riv for offering it? Or you for not taking advantage? Crazy like a fox, I tell you! On Tuesday, February 28, 2012

Re: [RBW] NAHBS this weekend

On Tue, Feb 28, 2012 at 4:48 PM, Rex Kerr wrote: > Any of you going to be there this Saturday? I'll be wandering around in > my brown Rivendell T-Shirt... say hi if you see me! > > Probably won't have my Homer with me as I don't know how good of parking > I'll find, and I'm always uncomfortable

Re: [RBW] Re: Today's Blug Post

"Although, on the topic of tents, here’s me at 23 in 1977 standing alongside my Rivendell Mountain WorksBombshelter. On Mt. Shasta, and 80 mph winds." Now that is a postcard that would sell. Seriously. On Tue, Feb 28, 2012 at 5:30 PM, Stephen S wro

[RBW] NAHBS this weekend

Any of you going to be there this Saturday? I'll be wandering around in my brown Rivendell T-Shirt... say hi if you see me! Probably won't have my Homer with me as I don't know how good of parking I'll find, and I'm always uncomfortable leaving it unattended in the city. -Rex -- You received t

Re: [RBW] Today's Blug Post

On Feb 28, 2012, at 5:06 PM, islaysteve wrote: > > I know that Rivendell wouldn't be RBW and Grant wouldn't be Grant without > weird nuts, erasers, posters and notecards for sale on the site. But I can't > help but wonder if the year-end messages wouldn't be a bit happier without > having to c

[RBW] Re: Today's Blug Post

The notecards, posters, and postcards are all bike stuff. They shouldn't even count in the marginally-bicycle stuff category in my opinion. Now granted they aren't bike components, accessories, or clothing but they should still be called bike stuff. I like the posters and have bought some to pu

[RBW] Did we ever find out what H.S. stood for?

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[RBW] Today's Blug Post

I know that Rivendell wouldn't be RBW and Grant wouldn't be Grant without weird nuts, erasers, posters and notecards for sale on the site. But I can't help but wonder if the year-end messages wouldn't be a bit happier without having to carry some of this non-bicycle or marginally-bicycle stuff

Re: [RBW] Re: recent Atlantis changes

If by the 3 mounts on the seat stays you mean these * http://tinyurl.com/3v28e6l* then the purpose is to be able to mount the shorter/smaller version of the Nitto Big Rear Rack on the larger 700c models (my photo shows the smaller rack model mounted on the 58 Hunqapillar). The greatest advantage of

[RBW] FS: Platrack and Olive Slickersack $160

I have all the hardware, the shoulder strap, and dividers. The bag is in excellent condition. The price does not include shipping. Pick up in San Francisco would be best, but will ship and charge actual shipping costs. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Group

[RBW] Re: f.s swift industries pelican bag

Pelican bag is sold On Feb 27, 8:50 am, dylan alverson wrote: > HI I'm getting rid of my swift industries pelican bag it was one of > their first runs made out of waxed canvas similar to filson material, > green trim with an orange patch. Great condition  it's just been > sitting in my basement f

Re: [RBW] Non-campsite s24o advice

I've poached campsites on Mt. Tam and in Marin headlands many times over the years. They key has been showing up late, making minimal visual and physical impact, and leaving early. On the off-chance that you run into a ranger or land manager, you're less likely to be cited if you can show that you'

Re: [RBW] Re: Who's going to NAHBS?

My initial plans to ride up to the show have been canceled due to other events. But, I was planning on creating a ride based on the SF Randonneurs' Davis 200K route. You can find the cue sheet here: http://sfrandonneurs.org/route-archive.htm A few notes: - I haven't ridden this route, but I know

Re: [RBW] Re: Who's going to NAHBS?

Hi guys Good-neighbor-buddy Jim M. and myself are headed up SUN a.m. to work volunteer shifts at the show (until 1, IIRC). I think I will bring the Legolas if at all possible. =- Joe Bunik Walnut Creek, CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: SH/AHH sizing question

I ride a 60cm SimpleOne and have a 86.4cm PBH (okay lets just say 87cm) I once was 5'11"+ but have shrunk an inch due to weight and age. I also have a shorter reach (short arms) relative to my leg length (think Welsh potato digger) My 'SO' fits wonderfully with a 9cm stem and 41cm noodle bars. From

Re: [RBW] Non-campsite s24o advice

I am not in California, so I don't have any specific info on those places, but I've always found this to be a situation of "It's easier to receive forgiveness that permission." One thing I love about bike camping (as opposed to motorcycle camping, for example,) is that it is very easy to disappear

Re: [RBW] Re: SH/AHH sizing question

The SH is "compact" sized in that it has a very long tt for its height as well as a very high head tube. I found the 56 to be almost too big and I have had a 60 that was one of the best fitting bikes I've owned. As Mike said, a given size in the SH can translate to a much larger size in a more con

Re: [RBW] Re: Drop Bar Newbie Qs

FWIW, I find the 42 Noodles that I just swapped out for the original 46s (thanks, Dylan) more comfortable than the wider ones. They feel more natural. And, as I said, the Maes Parallel copies at (I think) 38s flaring to 41 or so, are the bees' knees. (Or is that "bee's knees"?) Note that Velo Oran

Re: [RBW] Re: Who's going to NAHBS?

I've ridden and/or driven most of this route. IMHO, it's not terribly scenic, and it is mostly flat. I would especially urge caution on 160/River Road--narrow, two-lane road with high speed traffic. Personally, I would rather take BART to Richmond and then take Amtrak to Sacramento. That will p

[RBW] Re: Who's going to NAHBS?

I was originally planning on taking Amtrak up from the bay area on Saturday, seeing the show on Sunday, and riding back to SF via Petaluma on Monday and Tuesday. it didn't even occur to me to ride from Pittsburg! Looking on google maps, this is the bike route that i saw: http://g.co/maps/463a

[RBW] Non-campsite s24o advice

Hi All, My girlfriend and I did our first s24o in the Marin headlands (Haypress campsite) last weekend. We both had a blast, but we're both used to camping in more wilderness-type settings (i.e., no picnic tables, no portapotties, no numbered spots for tents) and were hoping that for our next one

Re: [RBW] Re: Drop Bar Newbie Qs

I wasn't too keen on any drop bars before a few days ago. The 48 noodles were bought on a whim off the list here and sat untouched for several weeks. My whole thought process was something like: "Since all my other bars are at least this wide maybe wide drop bars would smooth the transition to

[RBW] Re: Grip King Supreme--Version 2.0 is about to be unveiled!

Alex I took your email as a complement. Thanks. I did not take it as a declaration of intent to purchase. I hope that wasn't a mistake, because the seven sets I have are now taken. If you want a set, I promise I can hold a pair from the next batch. Bill On Friday, February 24, 2012 4:02

[RBW] Re: Grip King Supreme--Version 2.0 is about to be unveiled!

Beautiful job. Those things are awesome, and huge. They are as big as frying pans. (I guess they'll join eggbeaters and lollipops in the pantheon of food-themed pedals!) -Pete (now disconcertingly self-conscious of my skinny 'Kings) On Monday, February 27, 2012 11:51:53 PM UTC-5, William wrote:

[RBW] Re: Who's going to NAHBS?

I'll be riding up from Pittsburg/Baypoint as well. Leaving Friday afternoon and camping at Brannan Island. Riding the rest of the way there on Saturday morning. Perhaps we should meet up Manny? I'll sport my RBW pin and keep a look out for a friendly face at the show. Best, Adam On Feb 27, 8:

[RBW] Re: Who's going to NAHBS?

My son and I are registered for Saturday. There will be drool. On Monday, February 27, 2012 6:36:34 PM UTC-8, Dave Faller wrote: > > I've always wanted to go to the North American Handmade Bicycle Show, and > this year it's in Sacramento, California. I live in Redding, CA, so it's > only a c

[RBW] Re: Who's going to NAHBS?

I'll be there in Booth 833. I'm selling prints and T-shirts using my ink drawings of bike components. Stop by and chat! I'm looking forward to meeting y'all FTF. Jon Grant Jon Grant Illustration + Information Graphics Austin, Texas -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the G

[RBW] Re: Grip King Supreme--Version 2.0 is about to be unveiled!

It looks like all 7 sets of this first batch are claimed by early adopters. I'm delighted to get these pushed out for feedback, and it'll tickle my dad at the reception. If you have not already emailed me, then I do not have a set to sell you immediately. But within a couple weeks we should

Re: [RBW] Re: Grip King Supreme--Version 2.0 is about to be unveiled!

Primo Supermos cool, JimD On Feb 27, 2012, at 8:51 PM, William wrote: > They are here! I got the box from my dad from the UPS man today. I'm super > excited how they turned out. They will all need some rework. The bolt holes > will need to be wowed out for clearance, and ovalized in some cas

Re: [RBW] Re: Drop Bar Newbie Qs

On Mon, 2012-02-27 at 20:00 -0800, Smitty-A-Go-Go wrote: > > Those Grand Bois bars are intriguing. If I were buying bars today, > those would be on the short list. I’m going to ride the bars I have > for now (48cm Noodles) and get a feel for what my drop bar preferences > are. Perhaps next time I