[RBW] FS price reduced: As new Big Apple Liteskins

2013-08-16 Thread Bertin753
Now $65 shipped CONUS. Patrick Moore iPhone -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this g

[RBW] Re: Greetings! - 64cm Atlantis?

2013-08-16 Thread Tony DeFilippo
Thanks Patrick and cyclot! She's now gone from garage wall art to rolling trouble... ;) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+un

[RBW] Tweet by Eric Norris

2013-08-16 Thread Tony DeFilippo
Green one looks pretty sharp... Go with that one! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to t

[RBW] Practical differences - SON vs Shimano Dyno hub?

2013-08-16 Thread Tony DeFilippo
Any personal experiences to back up the price delta? I'm currently running a shimano on my 650b converted trek. Aside from an intermittent 'chirp' that I sometimes notice I have no complaints. I'll be building up another dyno wheel in 700c this fall, and I'm curious if anyone can talk me into

[RBW] Re: What do Rivendell riders use for bicycle saddles? 3 questions for RivRiders.

2013-08-16 Thread samh
I recently ditched all my leather saddles: a Berthoud Aspin Touring Saddle, a Brooks B17, and a VO Model 6. Just too painful. The B17 was especially torturous. It bruised my sit bones so bad riding it a couple of times that for a whole season, it hurt to bend over and touch my toes. The VO

Re: [RBW] Re: Calling all SoCal Rivsters S240 August 23rd anyone? See details below.

2013-08-16 Thread Hugh Smitham
Tom, I hope as well. For the past month we've enjoyed below normal temperatures for this time of year. Today the heat came back with a vengeance so yeah what you described would fit the bill. -Hugh On Aug 16, 2013 9:37 PM, "Tom Virgil" wrote: > Dear SoCal Rivsters, > > Been monitoring things.

[RBW] Re: Calling all SoCal Rivsters S240 August 23rd anyone? See details below.

2013-08-16 Thread Deacon Patrick
No such thing as bad weather, only bad clothing! Grin. With abandon, Patrick On Friday, August 16, 2013 10:37:40 PM UTC-6, Tom Virgil wrote: > > Dear SoCal Rivsters, > > Been monitoring things. I live about the same distance from the coast as > San Mateo is from San Onofre. Southern Orange Co

[RBW] Re: Calling all SoCal Rivsters S240 August 23rd anyone? See details below.

2013-08-16 Thread Tom Virgil
Dear SoCal Rivsters, Been monitoring things. I live about the same distance from the coast as San Mateo is from San Onofre. Southern Orange County and Northern San Diego have many micro climates, so I cannot say what I see is predictive of what we will see on the 23rd. Up until today, the

[RBW] Re: Post Courage Classic Pictures

2013-08-16 Thread Deacon Patrick
Ha! If it helps any, I don't puff and ride like Sister Sprocket. With abandon, Patrick On Friday, August 16, 2013 10:01:02 PM UTC-6, Michael wrote: > > Imagine passing someone while they are on a carbon bike in full kit while >> you are on your fully loaded Rivendell in street clothes and shoes

[RBW] WTT: "42"-584 HS420 Marathon for "44"-584 HS420 Marathon.

2013-08-16 Thread Michael
Looks like *42*-584 Marathon HS420 tires are discontinued by Schwalbe as of last fall 2012. New model is 44-584. The new model 44 Sidewall says *"44-584" *and *"650x42".* *If you have a 44-584 to trade for my 42, let me know. Thanks.* I have a single "42". I never rode/mounted it. Got it from

[RBW] Re: Post Courage Classic Pictures

2013-08-16 Thread Michael
> > Imagine passing someone while they are on a carbon bike in full kit while > you are on your fully loaded Rivendell in street clothes and shoes (or > barefoot) *with a smouldering pipe in your mouth, puffing away, bolt > upright on Albas with a smile on your face!* > BTW, I love all bikers

[RBW] Tweet by Eric Norris

2013-08-16 Thread Eric Norris
Eric Norris (@CampyOnlyGuy) 8/16/13, 8:29 PM Two Rivendells queued up and ready to go. Which one to ride tomorrow? #decisions pic.twitter.com/dQXxkNR2FA Eric N www.CampyOnly.com CampyOnlyGuy.blogspot.com Twitter: @CampyOnlyGuy -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Re: first century tomorrow - any last minute tips?

2013-08-16 Thread Tom Virgil
You are going to do well. If you take the recommended advice, get off the bicycle and take pictures from time to time, post them to a public site, and send us a "Proof that it happened" link, we are going to be in awe of your accomplishment You go, Jack. On Friday, August 16, 2013 6:21:34 PM

[RBW] Re: first century tomorrow - any last minute tips?

2013-08-16 Thread Jimmy Hutch
Eat more than you think is necessary. Drink more than you think is necessary. Smile. -Jimmy -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bun

[RBW] Re: Stolen Royal H Mixte Ventura

2013-08-16 Thread Tom Virgil
I am very happy that you have this bicycle back in your hands. I don't have anything to add to comments about the intermediate steps (I don't disagree with most of them). Sorry you had to put in an additional $500.00 to *ransom* it back and I do wonder about the guile of the person who sold y

[RBW] Re: Greetings! - 64cm Atlantis?

2013-08-16 Thread Deacon Patrick
A grand beastie! With abandon, Patrick On Saturday, August 3, 2013 9:53:39 PM UTC-6, Tony DeFilippo wrote: > > Hi there! > > Been lurking a while enjoying the discussion. I'm going to be going to > look at a used Atlantis frame/fork tomorrow morning, reported to be a 64cm > and built for 700C

[RBW] Re: first century tomorrow - any last minute tips?

2013-08-16 Thread Deacon Patrick
Great news! At this point it's too late to change anything if it needs changing, so go with watchyagot with wild abandon! You'll learn a ton about what problems you had and then you can try and figure out what to change sooner for the next one. Go prepared for wild, wondrous adventure and you w

[RBW] first century tomorrow - any last minute tips?

2013-08-16 Thread Kelly
Great area for riding. We did a century in that area, I think it was the first year of "Tornado 110" it was a blast. Just have fun. At eighty miles a cold beer is nice too. Kelly -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubs

[RBW] USBR 35 - west coast of Michigan

2013-08-16 Thread Kelly
We just landed in Empire Michigan for the night. After setting camp we were found by a riv list member who graciously offered a rental house that was vacant for the night. The girls were happy as it was laundry night, and the house is amazing! Our travels will take us through Glen Arbor, LeLa

[RBW] WTT: (2) Rumpkins for (1) Hetre

2013-08-16 Thread Michael
A set of Fatty Rumpkins in good shape. Tread looks like lotsa life left on them. These are *not* the Force Fields. These are the original tan colored sidewalls. I think two Rumpkins for one Hetre is a fair trade. If you've never ridden them before (as if, on this forum), they are ultra-cush

Re: [RBW] Re: Greetings! - 64cm Atlantis?

2013-08-16 Thread cyclotourist
Hooray for new bike day! On 8/16/13, Tony DeFilippo wrote: > Initial build complete!!! She rides great, tomorrow morning will be the > first distance test though... I ended up stealing parts from two bikes in > my garage and a couple other missing links from the local co-op part bin. > Definit

[RBW] Re: Greetings! - 64cm Atlantis?

2013-08-16 Thread Tony DeFilippo
Initial build complete!!! She rides great, tomorrow morning will be the first distance test though... I ended up stealing parts from two bikes in my garage and a couple other missing links from the local co-op part bin. Definitely not the long term solution in alot of area's but it gets me r

[RBW] Re: first century tomorrow - any last minute tips?

2013-08-16 Thread Michael
> > Congrats on your first century! Hopefully I will be doing mine in October. Seems like people say to pace yourself in the beginning of the ride to save up the energy for later. I also hear drinking a Coke or Pepsi at the 80 mile point gives you a sugar and caffeine kick that makes the ri

Re: [RBW] first century tomorrow - any last minute tips?

2013-08-16 Thread cyclotourist
Great luck on the temps, that can make or break a ride! On 8/16/13, NWAJack wrote: > Great idea about the pics. Weather looks to be strangely cool for around > here, highs in the low 80s. > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" grou

Re: [RBW] first century tomorrow - any last minute tips?

2013-08-16 Thread NWAJack
Great idea about the pics. Weather looks to be strangely cool for around here, highs in the low 80s. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-ow

Re: [RBW] Stolen Royal H Mixte Ventura

2013-08-16 Thread Cecily Walker
I'm so happy to hear you got the bike back! On Wednesday, August 14, 2013 8:52:21 PM UTC-7, Pammie wrote: > > Thanks to all the emails; mixte recovered (someone bought the bike at the > swap meet following fair (it was carnies!). She paid 400.00 (allegedly); > we tried to call police for advic

Re: [RBW] first century tomorrow - any last minute tips?

2013-08-16 Thread cyclotourist
Yeah, that pedaling thing is a good idea! :-) I hop off the bike a bit about every hour of riding. Good for me physically and mentally. Taking pics is a good idea as well. Gives you an excuse to hop off the bike, but also keeps your brain busy looking for interesting shots. Hopefully the weather

Re: [RBW] first century tomorrow - any last minute tips?

2013-08-16 Thread NWAJack
Thanks! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@

[RBW] Re: Looking for 62cm Quickbeam

2013-08-16 Thread Will M
Gosh, that 62cm QB frame/fork/headset on eBay went for $805 today; above the seller's buy-it-now price. Jeremy, were you the winner? I'm also hoping to find a 62cm QB or SimpleOne to make my primary daily city commuter -- if anyone's got an older/more beat one they're lookin' to part out. I s'p

Re: [RBW] first century tomorrow - any last minute tips?

2013-08-16 Thread Shaun Meehan
Just keep pedaling. You'll do great! Shaun Meehan On Fri, Aug 16, 2013 at 8:21 PM, NWAJack wrote: > I'm up in Joplin for my first Century ever. Will be riding Jenny the AHH > warrior bike with handlebar bags and all. Going to wear canari padded > briefs and musa shorts. Any last minute tips

[RBW] first century tomorrow - any last minute tips?

2013-08-16 Thread NWAJack
I'm up in Joplin for my first Century ever. Will be riding Jenny the AHH warrior bike with handlebar bags and all. Going to wear canari padded briefs and musa shorts. Any last minute tips for me? Previous long ride has been about 65 miles. Jack, normally in Arkansas, Stewart -- You receive

Re: [RBW] Stolen Royal H Mixte Ventura

2013-08-16 Thread bobish
Hugh, Yes, agreed. I forgot to add that above all else, I am happy that this beautiful and appreciated bike is back with it's rightful owner. That tips the scales towards "all is well again with the world." • Perry -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

Re: [RBW] Stolen Royal H Mixte Ventura

2013-08-16 Thread oldmangabe
I agree with people that being forced to take part in the cycle of stolen property makes one feel like you are perpetuating the whole deal. I guess there are some key points that are left unclear or unaddressed before I can pass my own judgment on people, actions, or choices that were directly

Re: [RBW] Stolen Royal H Mixte Ventura

2013-08-16 Thread hsmitham
Perry, Well said and completely the way to handle such things. I wanted to say the same but was hesitant I didn't want to offend. Still I'm glad she got her beauty back though in a less than desirable way. ~Hugh On Friday, August 16, 2013 3:12:04 PM UTC-7, bobish wrote: > > If at all possible,

[RBW] Re: What do Rivendell riders use for bicycle saddles? 3 questions for RivRiders.

2013-08-16 Thread RJM
B17 special on the Sam B17 Select on the Olmo Roadeo is going to have something lighter and sleeker. I was thinking something like a fizik arione. On Friday, August 16, 2013 12:21:41 AM UTC-5, Michael wrote: > Since I asked about shorts, I thought I'd ask about saddles, too. > > 1. What are

Re: [RBW] Stolen Royal H Mixte Ventura

2013-08-16 Thread bobish
If at all possible, I'd have police handle it and not paid. Trafficking in stolen goods is trafficking in stolen goods and should not be reimbursed, rewarded, etc. I mean, if I suspend all reasonable sense, I can get big screen tvs for pennies on the dollar, never ask about provenance, and ask f

Re: [RBW] Re: Wheel weights

2013-08-16 Thread Patrick Moore
LOL! On Fri, Aug 16, 2013 at 3:03 PM, William wrote: > Patrick, you really are into the splitting hairs category now. My most > recently built 584 front wheel tipped the scales at 647g. Yours is only > 1100 grams heavier. What really do you have to gain? > > > On Friday, August 16, 2013 10:0

Re: [RBW] Re: Crazy Idea: Riv National Jamboree

2013-08-16 Thread Tony McG
I vote for Twin Cities in late September... On Thursday, August 15, 2013 2:52:54 PM UTC-5, Hiawatha Cyclery wrote: > > If the Twin Cities prove to be the consensus choice for the Rally, I can > set it up. Late Sept or Early Oct, with camping and hotel options, urban > and "country" rides. > > On

[RBW] Re: Wheel weights

2013-08-16 Thread William
Patrick, you really are into the splitting hairs category now. My most recently built 584 front wheel tipped the scales at 647g. Yours is only 1100 grams heavier. What really do you have to gain? On Friday, August 16, 2013 10:03:48 AM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote: > > This a. m. I weighed the f

[RBW] Re: What do Rivendell riders use for bicycle saddles? 3 questions for RivRiders.

2013-08-16 Thread Garth
Lookin Moderate Saddle Style of riding : Just Me Riding :) Like most of us, you just ride. 'Nuff said. 2 Bikes . A Bombadil and a custom Franklin Frame -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] Re: What do Rivendell riders use for bicycle saddles? 3 questions for RivRiders.

2013-08-16 Thread Brewster Fong
On Thursday, August 15, 2013 10:21:41 PM UTC-7, Michael wrote: > > Since I asked about shorts, I thought I'd ask about saddles, too. > > 1. What are the most comfortable saddles that you use? Please give the > full name of the saddle (like, don't say just "Terry saddle", if it was a > "Terry

[RBW] Re: Riv downtube shifters

2013-08-16 Thread Michael Hechmer
I use silver down tube shifters with 9 speed and generally get great results. Having said that let me offer some caveats. My experience suggests: friction shifting works better with good components; I use ultegra cassettes, and conex chains. I have experienced problems with budget equipment.

Re: [RBW] Riv downtube shifters

2013-08-16 Thread William
Lee It is the general consensus that the more cogs you have in back, the more precise the user of the friction shifter must be. Almost everyone agrees that there is a line, beyond which you have too many cogs in back and can no longer execute good shifts with friction shifters. The thing yo

Re: [RBW] Re: Tall Riders Group! Auction of potential interest to you guys!

2013-08-16 Thread Shaun Meehan
When I had my 68cm Rivendells I would occasionally post a picture and have someone ask if I they were 26" wheels. Shaun Meehan On Fri, Aug 16, 2013 at 12:35 PM, BSWP wrote: > Sometimes, looking at wheels on really tall frames, I wonder why we don't > see 750c wheelsets... talller wheels would

[RBW] Re: Tall Riders Group! Auction of potential interest to you guys!

2013-08-16 Thread BSWP
Sometimes, looking at wheels on really tall frames, I wonder why we don't see 750c wheelsets... talller wheels would balance the taller frames. - Andrew, Berkeley -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this gro

Re: [RBW] Riv downtube shifters

2013-08-16 Thread Patrick Moore
The Silvers, at least those I have as bar ends (I think they are the same) work particularly well because the levers are longer than those of other bar end shifters, and the longer arc gives you more control. I use my fist to shift the right lever for better control and it seems to work even on fas

[RBW] Re: What do Rivendell riders use for bicycle saddles? 3 questions for RivRiders.

2013-08-16 Thread Lynne Fitz
I used the Terry Butterfly (both cro-mo and ti) on the Riv, the Sweetpea and the Lemond exclusively for years. A decade maybe. Just got a Selle Italia Diva Gel for the Sweetpea, 100k on it so far. I'll have to see how it does on a longer ride. For me, my commute is 10 mi each way, and I ride

Re: [RBW] Riv downtube shifters

2013-08-16 Thread Lee Legrand
Thanks for the replies everyone. I was not sure if Riv downtube shifters worked with 9 speed cassettes. I have read that 9 speed shifting is difficult using friction due to the smaller spacing for cassettes but I guess you have to acclimate to using smaller shifts to hit the right gear. On Fri

Re: [RBW] Re: What do Rivendell riders wear for cycling shorts for long rides?

2013-08-16 Thread Christopher Chen
Oh I forgot: 6) Farts On Fri, Aug 16, 2013 at 10:25 AM, Christopher Chen wrote: > I think she's referring to an annual "Grant Petersen" ride held during > pedalpalooza, which in it's description is heavy on the dress code, but I > don't think is really representative of the PDXers that post in

Re: [RBW] Re: What do Rivendell riders wear for cycling shorts for long rides?

2013-08-16 Thread Christopher Chen
I think she's referring to an annual "Grant Petersen" ride held during pedalpalooza, which in it's description is heavy on the dress code, but I don't think is really representative of the PDXers that post in the bunch. >From my experiences with the PDX group, the priorities seem to be: 0) Food 1

Re: [RBW] Stolen Royal H Mixte Ventura

2013-08-16 Thread Johnny Alien
Glad you got your bike back!! You should have worked through the police. As long as you can prove ownership then you owe those people nothing as they bought stolen merchandise. In instances of possession of stolen goods they are out the money they spent. Their recourse would be to go after the p

[RBW] Re: Wheel weights

2013-08-16 Thread Patrick Moore
Whoops: *"CPS" means "Chinese piece of shit" or, for those who are easily offended (I have Chinese blood from a grandma; the rest of the 50% oriental is Malay, but my daughter is exactly 75% Chinese); bring it on) "Cheap P(o)S". On Fri, Aug 16, 2013 at 11:03 AM, Patrick Moore wrote: > This a. m

[RBW] Wheel weights

2013-08-16 Thread Patrick Moore
This a. m. I weighed the front wheels of both Fargo wheelsets. #1: SnoCat "Superlight" laced with 32 14 g DTs to DH 3D72, including rim tape (ribbon from Joann Fabrics), allen skewer, 6-bolt rotor adaptor, and Avid 160 mm rotor: 1750 grams on my digital "CPS"* suitcase scale. #2: From what I have

Re: [RBW] What do Rivendell riders use for bicycle saddles? 3 questions for RivRiders.

2013-08-16 Thread Patrick Moore
Dammit! I meant this to go directly to the OP. Sorry. GD google, and gd lack of IT skills. On Fri, Aug 16, 2013 at 10:56 AM, Patrick Moore wrote: > Welcome to the outed list. > > Shameless, self interested remark: if you should ever decide that you > don't like those Flites, and if they are th

[RBW] Re: Tall Riders Group! Auction of potential interest to you guys!

2013-08-16 Thread davidfrench
That's an awesome bike that I've been eyeing on a flickR set: http://www.flickr.com/photos/26208450@N02/6334874063/ On Wednesday, August 14, 2013 3:15:19 PM UTC-7, robert zeidler wrote: > > > http://www.ebay.com/itm/290961052104?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649 > > Thanks for l

Re: [RBW] What do Rivendell riders use for bicycle saddles? 3 questions for RivRiders.

2013-08-16 Thread Patrick Moore
Welcome to the outed list. Shameless, self interested remark: if you should ever decide that you don't like those Flites, and if they are the older, lightly-padded, no-hole and no-damn' gel type, I would be very interested in talking about a swap or purchase. Thanks. Back into the aether. Patri

[RBW] Re: What do Rivendell riders wear for cycling shorts for long rides?

2013-08-16 Thread Matthew J
> Reading this, I see that all the posters are male, except for me. The alleged "anti bike shorts" vibe is what keeps me from participating in the Rivendell ride held annually in PDX. I thought it was about the > BIKE, not the dress code. That is really a shame. From what I have read, many

Re: [RBW] Re: Bike Touring and Relationships

2013-08-16 Thread Hugh Smitham
Irv, I wanted to also mention that when I did my tour this summer from SF to Paso Robles I met other cyclotourists from France, Belgian and teachers from Colorado, they were all very interesting and nice. When I did the recent SoCal vs NorCal rumble in San Luis Obispo I/ we did a mini-tour and peo

Re: [RBW] Stolen Royal H Mixte Ventura

2013-08-16 Thread Ryan
Glad you got the bike back...I guess I could see the person who bought it at the swap wanting to recover her $400...but that is no $400 bike... Myself, I'd suspect it was a hot bike. My advice? Lock up the bikes in the garage and lock the garage..., better yet, keep the Royal in the house. It'

[RBW] Re: What do Rivendell riders use for bicycle saddles? 3 questions for RivRiders.

2013-08-16 Thread Matthew J
Hilsen - Berthoud Aspin Hilsen is on Nantucket. Use it for all my annual visit transportation. Upright bars. The Aspin is very comfortable saddle for me. Got my Brooks Cambium the other day. So far liking it a lot. On a non-Riv reel bike with '80s era Italian geometry and drops. On Frid

Re: [RBW] What do Rivendell riders use for bicycle saddles? 3 questions for RivRiders.

2013-08-16 Thread Deacon Patrick
Anyone else ride the Rivet saddles? How do you like them, and can anyone compare the Pearl with the discontinued Brooks' B68? WIth abandon, Patrick On Friday, August 16, 2013 9:48:14 AM UTC-6, ttoshi wrote: > > I use the Rivet Pearl saddle on all of my Riv bikes. > (Homer-tourer/commuter, Ram-

[RBW] What do Rivendell riders use for bicycle saddles? 3 questions for RivRiders.

2013-08-16 Thread velomann
First, I guess I'd be classified as a lurker, since I don't own a Riv and, with the imminent arrival of my Ocean Air Rambler, am not an aspiring Riv owner at this time. Given that, my main saddle for commuting up to 300k rando (my longest ride) and overnight camping is a Brooks Professional. I

Re: [RBW] Re: What do Rivendell riders wear for cycling shorts for long rides?

2013-08-16 Thread Toshi Takeuchi
I like my Ibex wool shorts. It's worth keeping an eye at Sierra Trading Post. I got a bunch of Ibex stuff at 60% off. I like their wool tops too; they have some hi-vis colors, which is a must for me--it's worth noting their tops tend to be large for their size (probably a size up from Voler/Pearl

Re: [RBW] What do Rivendell riders use for bicycle saddles? 3 questions for RivRiders.

2013-08-16 Thread Toshi Takeuchi
I use the Rivet Pearl saddle on all of my Riv bikes. (Homer-tourer/commuter, Ram-randonneur, Roadeo-supported events/club riding, all drop bars on all my bikes). I have a Terry fly saddle on my tandem. I don't like the cushion on the saddle. It's more uncomfortable than the straight leather seats

[RBW] Re: Bike Touring and Relationships

2013-08-16 Thread Irv
Thanks Hugh! I lived in Los Angeles for most of my adolescence and am amazed that I picked up biking down there. The Bay Area has so much cycling to explore, whether it be strictly road riding, mixed terrain, mtb'ing or anything else... -- You received this message because you are subscribed

Re: [RBW] Re: Crazy Idea: Riv National Jamboree

2013-08-16 Thread Marc Irwin
I'm in for certain at the Twin Cities, I will even come up a day or two early to help if needed. West Coast? Maybe, possibly, depending on when and where. Marc On Thursday, August 15, 2013 3:52:54 PM UTC-4, Hiawatha Cyclery wrote: > > If the Twin Cities prove to be the consensus choice for th

Re: [RBW] Re: What do Rivendell riders use for bicycle saddles? 3 questions for RivRiders.

2013-08-16 Thread Ron Mc
btw, my daughter and I rode yesterday. Of course she adores the B68 on her upright bike, but complained during the break-in on her B17S Imperial. It's finally broken in, and she loves it - she said she could rid

Re: [RBW] Re: What do Rivendell riders use for bicycle saddles? 3 questions for RivRiders.

2013-08-16 Thread Cecily Walker
Thanks for the advice! I tried this in the past, but nothing changed. I wrote to Brooks and they suggested adjusting the tensioner. I'll try that today to see if it makes a difference. On Friday, August 16, 2013 2:47:06 AM UTC-7, Fullylugged wrote: > > Squeaks often come from the tension bolt or

Re: [RBW] Riv downtube shifters

2013-08-16 Thread Johnny Alien
I use them with 9 as well. I wouldn't use them for anything higher though. The 9 works fine. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bun

[RBW] Re: Opniel knives

2013-08-16 Thread Ron Mc
totally agree, Opniel knives are way up on the usefulness scale - like the old Rapala fillet knives. Old Solingen hardware store knives are great, too. I used this one to put laces in my B17 On Friday, August 16,

[RBW] Brand New Wool Jerseys- Size XL

2013-08-16 Thread Eugene
Hi All, I have two nice wool jerseys for sale. Received from family who thought I am larger than I actually am :) They are brand new, and size XL. Pics can be seen here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/52971193@N08/ Swobo Short Sleeve Jersey 100% Merino Wool No tags One small hole on the rig

Re: [RBW] Riv downtube shifters

2013-08-16 Thread Eric Norris
Works fine for me with 9S Campy. Eric N www.CampyOnly.com CampyOnlyGuy.blogspot.com Twitter: @CampyOnlyGuy > On Aug 13, 2013, at 2:20 PM, Lee Legrand wrote: > > Can anyone tell me does the Riv downtube shifters work on with 9 speed > cassettes? Should shifting pass 8 speed with friction shift

[RBW] Re: Opniel knives

2013-08-16 Thread jinxed
The opinels are great for sure. Tons of bang for the buck. I have a couple other inexpensive knives that have proven surprisingly hearty and get tons use. I've had several examples of both and all have been found at thrift stores and garage sales but are readily available for 20-30 bucks. Dou

Re: [RBW] Re: What do Rivendell riders wear for cycling shorts for long rides?

2013-08-16 Thread Steven Frederick
Yuck, not this guy! I like bibshorts for longer rides, PI or Descent are my favs. PI's Canyon mtb shorts and mesh chamois liner are surprisingly comfortable for trail riding and casual road rides up to (and probably over) 60 miles. Steve On Thu, Aug 15, 2013 at 4:22 PM, Anne Paulson wrote: >

[RBW] Re: Riv downtube shifters

2013-08-16 Thread Frank Brose
I friction shift 8 and 9 with Riv, Shimano and Suntour DT shifters. No Problems with any of them. On Tuesday, August 13, 2013 4:20:39 PM UTC-5, Lee Legrand wrote: > > Can anyone tell me does the Riv downtube shifters work on with 9 speed > cassettes? Should shifting pass 8 speed with friction

Re: [RBW] Riv downtube shifters

2013-08-16 Thread Patrick Moore
I shift 9 just fine with the bar end version of Riv's shifters, and my cassette is home made -- ie, ramps not aligned. Works perfectly. On Tue, Aug 13, 2013 at 3:20 PM, Lee Legrand wrote: > Can anyone tell me does the Riv downtube shifters work on with 9 speed > cassettes? Should shifting pass

[RBW] Re: 56 cm Sam Hillborne or wait for the 58 cm?

2013-08-16 Thread Jay in Tel Aviv
A Selle Anatomica saddle will fix your short rails problem. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To

Re: [RBW] What do Rivendell riders use for bicycle saddles? 3 questions for RivRiders.

2013-08-16 Thread Patrick Moore
Selle Italia Flites, Flites, and only Flites, the original edition or later models that are the same. I have a stash. For all my riding on all my bikes. On Thu, Aug 15, 2013 at 11:21 PM, Michael wrote: > Since I asked about shorts, I thought I'd ask about saddles, too. > > 1. What are the mo

[RBW] Re: What do Rivendell riders use for bicycle saddles? 3 questions for RivRiders.

2013-08-16 Thread Deacon Patrick
1: B-68 2: Touring, with many consecutive days of 70+ miles. More important than milage is time in the saddle, which would typically be 5-8 hours a day, though I've had 12 hour days. I focus mostly on single track now though, as it's remote enough to not mess with my brain as much. 3: Hunqapilla

Re: [RBW] Re: What do Rivendell riders use for bicycle saddles? 3 questions for RivRiders.

2013-08-16 Thread Ron Mc
I've aged through the saddle comfort gambit, starting with Unicanitor, later Concor, then Terry. Now very happy with a high-mileage B-17 (added laces) on a moustache cockpit, which I would call semi-upright. and a Sel

[RBW] Re: 56 cm Sam Hillborne or wait for the 58 cm?

2013-08-16 Thread Johnny Alien
Congrats on the great score! I love my blue Sam but the orange ones are hot!! Post some photos up when you can. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an emai

Re: [RBW] Re: What do Rivendell riders use for bicycle saddles? 3 questions for RivRiders.

2013-08-16 Thread Cecily Walker
Thanks. I tried that, but nothing changed. I just got a response fun Brooks who suggested checking the tensioning. I hope that works -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails f

Re: [RBW] Re: What do Rivendell riders use for bicycle saddles? 3 questions for RivRiders.

2013-08-16 Thread Eric Platt
All three of my bikes have different iterations of the Terry Liberator Y saddle. Ages range from about 10 years old to one year old. They change the mold and design every few years it seems. The style of riding is more a "just ride" type. Some commuting, general getting out there and goofing off

Re: [RBW] Re: What do Rivendell riders use for bicycle saddles? 3 questions for RivRiders.

2013-08-16 Thread Bruce Herbitter
I have Selle Anatomica Titanico Saddles on 3 bikes and a Brooks B5N on one. Saluki w/bars above saddle: S-A without the cut out, for light riders: Most comfy saddle ever, but stretched to the max soonest. Leather starting to crack around the rivets after 5 years of wear. Can be sent back for new

Re: [RBW] Re: What do Rivendell riders use for bicycle saddles? 3 questions for RivRiders.

2013-08-16 Thread Bruce Herbitter
Squeaks often come from the tension bolt or the frame where it is held by the seat post clamp. A bit of grease there may help On Fri, Aug 16, 2013 at 1:55 AM, Cecily Walker wrote: > I have a Brooks B67 S Aged saddle. It's the same as the B67 S, but it was > treated with special materials to help