[RBW] Re: Bi-State s36o... Cascadia Style

The ride up to and around Timothy Lake is pretty awesome. I've camped there twice and it's nice enough but there's tons of folks up there in RVs with generators going and making noise. I have no idea why they even left home! Camping along the Clackamas River is really nice. Lots of camp sites that

[RBW] Re: Slickersack Improvement

100x better than the velcro I would have moved to. Time to put that on the DIY to-do list. On Monday, April 16, 2012 6:22:59 PM UTC-7, Smitty wrote: > > I've been using a Slickersack on and off for a couple months. One of the > reasons I don't use it sometimes is that it can't be easily put b

[RBW] Slickersack Improvement

Excellent upgrade. I've been perturbed by that very problem on my SlickerSack. I was thinking even buttons would be better than those dang snaps sometimes. Pete in CT -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion

[RBW] Re: New SimpleOne

Eric..I used the standard SKS (because I had them) then added my own uber long rubber mudflaps that allow the back wheel easier removal since they easily flip out of the way on the rear and the front goes nearly to the ground making for a super dry ride on wet pavement. I have metal fenders on

[RBW] Re: 64cm Orange Quickbeam FS in LA

...Mickey Rooney and Ava Gardner. I think Ava got bored... Ava G;Wikipedia; marriages. I still think Rooney would be a good bike name. On Apr 16, 5:10 pm, cyclotourist wrote: > Thurston Moore and Kim Gordon! > > > > > > On Mon, Apr 16, 2012 at 4:49 PM, William wrote: > > It's kind of like when

Re: [RBW] Slickersack Improvement

Wow, that is impressive. I doubt we have a chandlery in brooklyn which is odd when you think about the docks here but might look into this upgrade this summer if I get some spare time. On Apr 16, 2012 9:23 PM, "Smitty" <54ca...@gmail.com> wrote: > I've been using a Slickersack on and off for a c

[RBW] Re: Slickersack Improvement

Very nice. I'm looking forward to seeing it in person. -Allan On Monday, April 16, 2012 6:22:59 PM UTC-7, Smitty wrote: > > I've been using a Slickersack on and off for a couple months. One of the > reasons I don't use it sometimes is that it can't be easily put back on the > bike when it's ful

[RBW] Slickersack Improvement

I've been using a Slickersack on and off for a couple months. One of the reasons I don't use it sometimes is that it can't be easily put back on the bike when it's full of stuff. The strap/snap configuration it comes with is easy to remove. And it's easy to install if the bag... er... um... sack

[RBW] Re: New SimpleOne

I have SKS longboards. I spaced the rear from the kick stand plate so that with Jack Browns the wheel will just go to the front of the dropout slot. The rear clearance is enough to just get the wheel in and out with the tire inflated. No quick release. I like em a lot. Never used the Berthoud ones

Re: [RBW] New SimpleOne

Eric, Enjoy you new Simple One. For fenders on my Quickbeam, I have Planet Bike Cascadia with the quick release in the back (I don't think that they use to come with a front quick release but they do now and you can order an extra quick release for the rear directly from Planet Bike). Dan Abelso

Re: [RBW] New SimpleOne

Absolutely beautiful, Eric. Nice job. Congratulations. Many happy rides lie ahead. Thanks for the pics. -jb On Mon, Apr 16, 2012 at 7:55 PM, EricP wrote: > Wasn't able to resist any longer. Snagged a 60cm SimpleOne a week ago. > Frame arrived today. Spent the afternoon putting it together

[RBW] Re: Bi-State s36o... Cascadia Style

Great pics, great trip. 'wish I had a bagpiping unicyclist or two in my neighborhood. For tent poles, wrap them in an old pair of socks and lash them to your top tube. doc On Apr 16, 4:51 pm, Smitty <54ca...@gmail.com> wrote: > Mike -- I was looking at Timothy Lake on the topo map and wondering

[RBW] New SimpleOne

Wasn't able to resist any longer. Snagged a 60cm SimpleOne a week ago. Frame arrived today. Spent the afternoon putting it together. Yes, Rivendell's packing is as good as possible. Had to work to get it out of the box. Then spent a good chunk of the afternoon putting the bike together.

Re: [RBW] Re: 64cm Orange Quickbeam FS in LA

Thurston Moore and Kim Gordon! On Mon, Apr 16, 2012 at 4:49 PM, William wrote: > It's kind of like when Ethan Hawke got tired of Uma Thurman, or when Hugh > Grant became dissatisfied with Elizabeth Hurley. I'm like "Dude, how > stupid are you? What the heck is the matter with you?!" > > > On M

[RBW] Re: New chain skipping

I needed a small chainring when I did my winter overhaul on the Hilsen. New chain and the hooky teeth wanted to pull it up like precursor to chainsuck. They were pretty sharkfin-ish. On Monday, April 16, 2012 11:48:18 AM UTC-7, Lynne Fitz wrote: > > Check your chainrings. That was the probl

[RBW] Re: One way to shorten a Honjo fender (Fixed, kinda.)

STOP! Hammertime! On Monday, April 16, 2012 10:29:53 AM UTC-7, Manuel Acosta wrote: > > Little brother took a hammer to it. He had some quality hammer time with > the rear fender. > Before: > http://flic.kr/p/bM6xT6 > > After: > http://flic.kr/p/byYJ7U > > -Manny > > On Friday, April 13, 2012 1

[RBW] Re: 64cm Orange Quickbeam FS in LA

It's kind of like when Ethan Hawke got tired of Uma Thurman, or when Hugh Grant became dissatisfied with Elizabeth Hurley. I'm like "Dude, how stupid are you? What the heck is the matter with you?!" On Monday, April 16, 2012 4:44:29 PM UTC-7, newenglandbike wrote: > > Just had a nice ride in t

[RBW] Re: 64cm Orange Quickbeam FS in LA

Just had a nice ride in the Chestnut Hill woods on my 64cm orange beam. I couldn't imagine getting bored of it. On Monday, April 16, 2012 6:44:33 PM UTC-4, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: > > FYI tall people: > http://losangeles.craigslist.org/lac/bik/2961803201.htmlDon't know anything > about i

Re: [RBW] Re: 64cm Orange Quickbeam FS in LA

Agreed, I dont think I would want to have a beer with this dude, might be too depressing. On Mon, Apr 16, 2012 at 6:53 PM, Jim M. wrote: > From the ad: " I have become dissatisfied with it, just bored really and > wish to purchase another bike." > > IMHO, when you're bored with a Quickbeam, you'

[RBW] Re: 64cm Orange Quickbeam FS in LA

>From the ad: " I have become dissatisfied with it, just bored really and wish to purchase another bike." IMHO, when you're bored with a Quickbeam, you're bored with life. jim m wc ca On Monday, April 16, 2012 3:44:33 PM UTC-7, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: > > FYI tall people: > http://losangele

[RBW] 64cm Orange Quickbeam FS in LA

FYI tall people: http://losangeles.craigslist.org/lac/bik/2961803201.htmlDon't know anything about it, no affiliation, etc, etc. -- 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.googl

[RBW] Re: CicLAvia ride report

That's pretty much how I spent Sunday! On Monday, April 16, 2012 11:06:30 AM UTC-7, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: > > In hindsight, the SoCal contingent should have got together for the CicLAvia > yesterday. It was FANTASTIC! For those that > have not heard about it, Los A

[RBW] Re: Specialized Sequoia

On Wednesday, April 11, 2012 9:37:52 AM UTC-4, Brian Campbell wrote: > > I have an opportunnity to buy a 60cm Specialized Sequoia ($650) in almost > new condition. My interweb research has let me know that these bikes have a > dedicated following. I was wondering if anyone here has one and coul

[RBW] Re: FS: Arkel bags and Dapper Dan grips

Arkel Tail Rider is gone still available are Arkel Big Bar Bag Dapper Dan light Dapper Dan dark I should clarify that my desired form of dollar payment is an RBW * electronic* gift certificate. I realize now I had not specified which kind of gift certificate. My bad. Yours, Thomas Lynn Sk

[RBW] Re: Riv Rally East - Full speed ahead!!!

Ha! I've got on the full fenders + mudflaps, hopefully that's enough to ward off the rain. Also packing an extra sweater! -- 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

[RBW] Re: Bi-State s36o... Cascadia Style

Mike -- I was looking at Timothy Lake on the topo map and wondering about it. Old brevet cue sheets... good idea for route info + ideas. Norm -- I brought a hammock. At first I started to pack a tent but the poles were problematic to pack. --Andy On Sunday, April 15, 2012 9:01:21 PM UTC-7, Sm

Re: [RBW] Nitto Lugged Seatpost, Nitto Periscopa and More For Sale

no problem. I won't get to paypal until this evening. No hurry at all. Too busy with work to ride. Thanks.david On Apr 16, 2012, at 2:52 PM, David Blessing wrote: > Hi, peter. David Blessing, here again. Why don't you send me the tires with > the seat post? I can paypal you the $40.

[RBW] Re: CicLAvia ride report

This brings a smile to my face. On Monday, April 16, 2012 11:06:30 AM UTC-7, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: > > In hindsight, the SoCal contingent should have got together for the CicLAvia > yesterday. It was FANTASTIC! For those that > have not heard about it, Los Angeles

RE: [RBW] Re: What is the best 28-30 mm 700c tire for fast riding on pavement?

I commuted and did double centuries on the Grand Bois Cerf green labels for about a year. I had great luck with them. Light, fast, and pretty puncture resistant. For me. Other people may differ in their opinion, but I find that if I unweight my saddle going over stuff, keep and eye out and avoi

[RBW] Re: What is the best 28-30 mm 700c tire for fast riding on pavement?

Great Question. It's the same question I posted at the end of the "Where does the Rambouillet fit into the Rivendell Line Thread. It must haven't gotten lost in the shuffle. I need new tires for my Ram, so I'm tuned in to this question. But it depends what you mean by "best". Jan Heine clea

Re: [RBW] Nitto Lugged Seatpost, Nitto Periscopa and More For Sale

Hi, peter. David Blessing, here again. Why don't you send me the tires with the seat post? I can paypal you the $40. Thanks. david On Apr 16, 2012, at 1:35 PM, Peter Morgano wrote: > Hey all no bites locally on the tires so wanted to see if anyone wanted the > Michelins shipped. They retail

[RBW] Re: Specialized Sequoia

It's a great bike. I've had a lot of fun on mine. I was able to solve the seatpost / Brooks saddle issue by getting the SR MTE 100 adjustable setback seatpost in that weird size. I also put a riv stem to get the bars up above the saddle. The 32 tires just fit. Doubt that you could fit those and

[RBW] Re: Specialized Sequoia

Yeah, that's one of my grail bikes, and the first frame that I built used a very similar geometry to the Sequoia. Tim Neenan, the guy who designed the original bike, is making them again - http://www.lighthousecycles.com/lighthouse-sequoia/ On Wednesday, April 11, 2012 9:37:52 AM UTC-4, Bria

[RBW] Re: Riv Swiss Army Knife

that's the same knife I picked up after I'd graduated from college in 1979 and had an actual job. paid like 5 dollars. still got it. a great knife. tim petersen On Apr 12, 1:24 pm, Kris wrote: > Am I dreaming or wasn't there a Swiss Army Knife in the riv catalog > for a while?  Anyone remember

[RBW] WTT Albatross Bars / Dirt Drop Bars / Selle Anatomica

I have one set of Alum Albatross bars, on set of Nitto Dirt Drops, and a Selle Anatomica for trade. The bars have been mounted and then removed. Like new except for mounting once and storage. Looking for a 46 cm Soba, Dream or Noodle in similar condition. Also looking for a Brooks B17 Champion

[RBW] Re: fs: Brooks B17 saddle in green - beautiful shape!

SOLD! On Apr 11, 12:37 am, Eric wrote: > Brooks B17 saddle w/ copper rivets & copper plated rails and it's > GREEN! > > I purchased this to bring out the British Racing green on my Indy Fab > but it just looked wrong. I mounted it on my bike but never road w/ > it. > > The saddle is very lightly

[RBW] Re: Where does the Rivendell Rambouillet fit in with other Rivs?

When I was at Riv I was told that the tubeset on the larger AHH and Rodeo were basically the same and the differences were in clearance and geometry. If true, I would think the weight would be about the same too. Cheers, cm On Wednesday, April 11, 2012 2:26:07 PM UTC-5, Michael_S wrote: > > Fr

[RBW] Re: Rambouillet appretiation

Thanks JL. The Rambouillet has got to be amongst the very best production road frames ever offered. Great for long days in the saddle on paved or dirt roads. It combines the exhilaration of a sports car with the comfort of a grand touring car. That's what it was made for. I run mine with Ho

[RBW] pre-ordered a blue Sam Hillborne a few minutes ago

Just wanted to share the joy. My first Riv and my first bike in a long while (since mountain biking in college about 12-13 years ago). Late last year I was looking hard at the Hunq but at a PBH of 87.5, felt I was on the fence between sizes and couldn't commit. The 56 Sam should be perfect and I r

[RBW] Re: A Gift for the Bunch

Marty: Very cool indeed! But of course, someone has to quibble, so it may as well be me. The Atlantis doesn't have a rear rack! How can this be? Mine feels naked without one; of course, its never had fenders, so I guess that evens things out. Nice work. I know the group will enjoy this; thank

Re: [RBW] What is the best 28-30 mm 700c tire for fast riding on pavement?

Challenge Parigi-Roubaix are great but have a reputation for flatting easily (I've been lucky so far, knock wood). The measure 29-30mm on my relatively narrow Velocity Aerohead rims. - David G, Madison WI On Sun, Apr 15, 2012 at 11:47 AM, David T. wrote: > What is the best 28-30 mm 700c tire f

[RBW] FS: Rivendell parts, non-Rivendell bikes, and more

Basement Clean-Out & Marital Harmony Sale I have some things that will go to ebay, but I thought I'd offer them here first. Thanks for looking, David Sprunger Fargo, ND PARTS (US shipping included): Nitto big rear rack –size large: $140 Rack was mounted on 64cm Quickbeam, so mounting hardware

[RBW] Re: Poster Update - Twice as Fun!

sweet! On Sunday, April 15, 2012 3:25:15 PM UTC-4, Marty wrote: > > My recent post announcing the Rivendell Model poster was a big hit. Nearly > 1,000 views to date, and lots of nice feedback. Some of you asked if I > could print some to sell, and the short answer is yes. But wait! What you > d

[RBW] Soma San Marcos - New Build

The frame has arrived (63) and is at the shop being built up with some 10 Speed Campy Veloce, and Zonda wheel set coming off another bike that is getting Campy 11 drivetrain. Won't be terribly retro but should be fun. Being built as a all- rounder out and about with the spouse bike - but secretly

[RBW] Re: What is the best 28-30 mm 700c tire for fast riding on pavement?

No love for Conti Gatorskins? I've been riding these for years in 25, 28 and 32. No complaints! Well, sort of. I want to try something new but can't bring myself to fix what ain't broken. I'm definitely intrigued by the Cerfs and JBs. On Apr 15, 9:47 am, "David T." wrote: > What is the best

[RBW] Re: Poster Update - Twice as Fun!

Love the head badge poster! On Sunday, April 15, 2012 3:25:15 PM UTC-4, Marty wrote: > > My recent post announcing the Rivendell Model poster was a big hit. Nearly > 1,000 views to date, and lots of nice feedback. Some of you asked if I > could print some to sell, and the short answer is yes. B

Re: [RBW] Bi-State s36o... Cascadia Style

Nice pix bro. Did you take a tent or some other shelter? -Norm From: Smitty <54ca...@gmail.com> To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Sunday, April 15, 2012 9:01 PM Subject: [RBW] Bi-State s36o... Cascadia Style In case you haven't looked at a map lat

[RBW] Re: New chain skipping

Check your chainrings. That was the problem I had, once. Replaced the chain. Replaced the cassette. Finally took it into the shop. Head mechanic: "did no one look at your chainrings?" Bleriot's chainrings (13500+ mi) are starting to look suspect, but nothing is skipping... yet. Lynne On Apr

[RBW] Re: What is the best 28-30 mm 700c tire for fast riding on pavement?

If you have a pair I'll take them :) - Ryan On Monday, April 16, 2012 11:03:07 AM UTC-7, franklyn wrote: > > There is a Kojak in 28. They come OEM on some bikes, but Schwalbe does not > sell it retail. If anyone is interested, I do have one new 700cx28mm Kojak > that I am willing to let g

Re: [RBW] What is the best 28-30 mm 700c tire for fast riding on pavement?

Fir that matter, +1 on the Challenge PR's. On Sunday, April 15, 2012, Jim M. wrote: > I like the Schwalbe Ultremo. Very fast, light, and so far, no flats in the > first 1,000 miles. > > jim m > wc ca > > On Sunday, April 15, 2012 9:47:12 AM UTC-7, David T. wrote: >> >> What is the best 28-30 mm 7

[RBW] CicLAvia ride report

In hindsight, the SoCal contingent should have got together for the CicLAvia yesterday. It was FANTASTIC! For those that have not heard about it, Los Angeles blocks off ~10 miles of city streets through some of the most interesting and busiest parts of town. Then 100,0

[RBW] Re: What is the best 28-30 mm 700c tire for fast riding on pavement?

There is a Kojak in 28. They come OEM on some bikes, but Schwalbe does not sell it retail. If anyone is interested, I do have one new 700cx28mm Kojak that I am willing to let go for pretty cheap. Franklyn On Monday, April 16, 2012 10:55:56 AM UTC-7, HappyCamper wrote: > > Iv'e been meaning to a

[RBW] Re: What is the best 28-30 mm 700c tire for fast riding on pavement?

Iv'e been meaning to ask this same question. I wish there was an Ultremo DD in 28 or a Kojak in 28. I'm thinking of going down to 25 for the fender and tire choices but at 6-6 200 I probably will get 28 Pasela TGs (folding). I wish they had a no tread option. Finding consensus on tires is impo

[RBW] Re: One way to shorten a Honjo fender (Fixed, kinda.)

Little brother took a hammer to it. He had some quality hammer time with the rear fender. Before: http://flic.kr/p/bM6xT6 After: http://flic.kr/p/byYJ7U -Manny On Friday, April 13, 2012 10:11:13 AM UTC-7, William wrote: > > U shaped bike rack is genius. Clearly you need something that is the

[RBW] Re: Bi-State s36o... Cascadia Style

That's great that the mileage wasn't too heavy. I may have to make a day trip out there to check it out. Yeah, there's lots of great stuff to explore outside of Portland. These two brevet routes would make great overnight rides for anyone welling to do 2 long days in the saddle. http://www.orrando

[RBW] JOIN THE NATIONAL BIKE CHALLENGE

http://www.endomondo.com/campaign/national Notice the photo of the Sam -- 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/-/y-h0lK53awkJ. To post to thi

[RBW] Re: New chain skipping

If it is the smallest cog only, then the stiff link hypothesis has a point in its favor, as the stiff link will be most obvious on the smallest cog, which has the tightest curvature. You can generally buy a small cog for your cassette if it turns out to be worn. Seems unlikely, because most peo

[RBW] Re: Bi-State s36o... Cascadia Style

39 miles from the Parkrose Transit Center. Cue sheet, map and elevation profile here . Yeah, it was good to meet you last week. I'm game to get together for a ride or 2. Thanks for the link to your GP adventure. I've spent the last several years hiking

[RBW] Re: Done talking myself into like the moustache.

Scotty, I'm sorry I didn't get back on this one earlier - was away for Easter. I guess the suggestion is moot now but may be useful for others. Try turning your moustache bars upside down. That's how I have mine. I tilt them so that the couple of inches that this raises them means I don't have

[RBW] Re: Platrack In Back

That's slick! On Monday, April 16, 2012 8:18:14 AM UTC-7, Peter Pesce wrote: > > Inspired by the front/rear load discussion in another thread, I gave this > a try over the weekend: > > http://www.flickr.com/photos/ppesce/sets/72157629466236026/ > > Worked better than I thought. > > -Pete in CT >

Re: [RBW] Re: New chain skipping

Only skipping in smallest cog makes me think it is a deraileur adjustment, maybe they knocked it out of whack a bit on the install. Did you try adjusting the tension back there? I dont know your level of expertise but if you havent done this kind of thing before just remember to go slow and make s

[RBW] Re: New chain skipping

More detail - the chain and cassette were new last May from Rivendell. I've ridden about 2700 miles and I just learned about keeping the chain clean so I understood I needed a new chain. The new chain does have a master link. If the cassette is worn, do I replace the whole thing? I've only noti

[RBW] Platrack In Back

Inspired by the front/rear load discussion in another thread, I gave this a try over the weekend: http://www.flickr.com/photos/ppesce/sets/72157629466236026/ Worked better than I thought. -Pete in CT -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bun

[RBW] Re: Bi-State s36o... Cascadia Style

Hey, what was the mileage out to the campsite? -- 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-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr..

[RBW] Re: Bi-State s36o... Cascadia Style

Oh man that looks like a good time! GPNF is a fantastic place for bike camping, especially if you're willing to go long. If you get the time later in the year consider trying to go for a couple of days so you can take in some of the quiet spectacular FS roads that wind their way through Gifford. I

[RBW] Re: Poster Update - Twice as Fun! Hi Res on the way!

Great posters. The headtube badge one is really cool. I think I have a really nice place at work to hang one.. On Sunday, April 15, 2012 10:10:55 PM UTC-5, Marty wrote: > Troubles with my internet connection today prevented me from uploading a > Hi Res file for each of the new posters. I ju

[RBW] Re: Riv Rally East - Full speed ahead!!!

Thanks, Andy. Checked the forecast today, and it seems to be improving slightly from the (dire) forecast of 2 days ago... By Wed we should have a pretty good idea what we'll be facing, but it's good to know the riding surface (most important) should handle any rain we might get. Bobby On Apr 16,

[RBW] For Sale 51 cm Atlantis & 1985 19 1/2 Stumpjumper

Atlantis I posted the following during the winter - the only response I had involved over seas shipping which I didn't want to deal with. I purchased this bike from Rivendell 3-4 years ago and never built it up. It was somewhat of an impulse purchase – only because of the color. I was never ove

[RBW] Re: Riv Rally East - Full speed ahead!!!

Whoops, forgot to add the drastic difference between the quality of the GAP surface versus the C&O Canal toe path. The quality of the crushed limestone bed of the GAP is so much better than the western end of the C & O, it is able to drain the heaviest steady downpour and presents a stable riding s

[RBW] Re: Riv Rally East - Full speed ahead!!!

Feet: I'm adding my neoprene booties if the prediction gets really damp. Too bulky to haul around daily, and a bit of a hassle to put on for a sprinkle. Hands: A wad of nitrile exam gloves, handy both for doing repairs in the absence of soap & water and as a final barrier to wetness, even in GoreTe