Re: [RBW] Maryland overnighter

2014-01-15 Thread Jim Bronson
great pics, thanks! On Wed, Jan 15, 2014 at 3:39 PM, Paul Germain wrote: > Here in the Mid-Atlantic, you have to take your mini-vacations when you can. > These two Sam Hillbournes took a couple of dry days in the 50's, sandwiched > between lots of rain to do a bike camping trip along the Potomac

[RBW] Re: Best/Worst

2014-01-15 Thread shawn m.
The German Mirror... Man, I really want to like that thing. I can't get it positioned so that I can see behind me without leaning my body out of the way. The bolt that fixes the mirror position rattled out and was lost after a week of riding. The damn thing knocks into everything. I do like seei

Re: [RBW] Monsieur Bleriot Flies Again!

2014-01-15 Thread Jim Bronson
I thought I had a lot of bikes. Think you have me beat. On Tue, Jan 14, 2014 at 10:18 AM, Eric Norris wrote: > Thought the group might enjoy this latest addition to my Bike Room: > > http://flic.kr/p/jcVhUQ > > --Eric Norris > Email: campyonly...@me.com > Web: www.campyonly.com > Blog: http://ca

Re: [RBW] Re: Monsieur Bleriot Flies Again!

2014-01-15 Thread Eric Norris
Potholes? What potholes? --Eric N www.CampyOnly.com CampyOnlyGuy.blogspot.com Twitter: @CampyOnlyGuy > On Jan 15, 2014, at 9:10 PM, Don Compton wrote: > > Eric, > I'll bet that the "cush" of the 650b Hetres would be very welcome on > Knoxville rd. > Don > >> On Tuesday, January 14, 2014 8:18

[RBW] Re: Monsieur Bleriot Flies Again!

2014-01-15 Thread Don Compton
Eric, I'll bet that the "cush" of the 650b Hetres would be very welcome on Knoxville rd. Don On Tuesday, January 14, 2014 8:18:20 AM UTC-8, Eric Norris wrote: > > Thought the group might enjoy this latest addition to my Bike Room: > > http://flic.kr/p/jcVhUQ > > --Eric Norris > Email: campyo.

[RBW] Re: Manny! I see your bike

2014-01-15 Thread Bill Lindsay
I admired your high security method, tying your bike to the rack with a sweatshirt. It was my 10 year old Sofia who spotted it. She said "DADDY! That bike has a peek a pooh like Manny gave me!" -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" g

[RBW] Re: Maryland overnighter

2014-01-15 Thread Michael
Not too far from Cobb Island and Colonial Beach! Looks like fun riding! -- 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...@googl

[RBW] Re: Manny! I see your bike

2014-01-15 Thread Manuel Acosta
Thanka folks thata my car. I work near there and am taking a cpr class. -- 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...@googleg

[RBW] Re: Manny! I see your bike

2014-01-15 Thread dougP
Bill: IIRC, Manny drove a silver Civic down to SLO for our summer camping trip, so most likely his. Wouldn't hurt to stick around. He may show up with some interesting food. dougP On Wednesday, January 15, 2014 7:22:23 PM UTC-8, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > Manny. I'm at the El Cerrito Community

Re: [RBW] Re: Bike Camping. We are DOING IT WRONG

2014-01-15 Thread Leslie
Patrick! I've wanted a couple of roorkhee chairs for awhile now, like the canvas ones Melvill and Moon make, but they want crazy money for it, when what I'm wanting is a camp chair, for camping That's neat, that he had them done. Made that's what I need to do, is make my own. -

[RBW] Manny! I see your bike

2014-01-15 Thread Bill Lindsay
Manny. I'm at the El Cerrito Community Center, and your bike is on the back of a silver Civic. Is this kosher? Do I need to take action? I'm freaked out. I'm going to wait here until I can explain why your bike is here. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

Re: [RBW] Re: Bike Camping. We are DOING IT WRONG

2014-01-15 Thread cyclotourist
The new Riv shop is going to be "Bike, Book, Hatchet and Wicket" Cheers, David "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal On Wed, Jan 15, 2014 at 5:42 PM, Ron Mc wrote: > nice hat > > > On Wednesday, January 15, 2014 11:21:51 AM UTC-6, Christopher Chen wrote: >> >> I can't com

Re: [RBW] Re: Monsieur Bleriot Flies Again!

2014-01-15 Thread Eric Norris
So far so good. Descends nicely and in full control. No speed wobbles or other craziness. --Eric N www.CampyOnly.com CampyOnlyGuy.blogspot.com Twitter: @CampyOnlyGuy > On Jan 15, 2014, at 5:33 PM, Don Compton wrote: > > Eric, > Over time you have ridden many miles in the Lake Berryessa area. H

[RBW] Re: Bike Camping. We are DOING IT WRONG

2014-01-15 Thread Ron Mc
nice hat On Wednesday, January 15, 2014 11:21:51 AM UTC-6, Christopher Chen wrote: > > I can't compete. > > http://www.flickr.com/photos/nlireland/11961422373/ > > -- > "I want the kind of six pack you can't drink." -- Micah > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Goog

[RBW] Re: Monsieur Bleriot Flies Again!

2014-01-15 Thread Don Compton
Eric, Over time you have ridden many miles in the Lake Berryessa area. How does your Bleriot feel at high speed ( relative to your 700c bikes )? Don On Tuesday, January 14, 2014 8:18:20 AM UTC-8, Eric Norris wrote: > > Thought the group might enjoy this latest addition to my Bike Room: > > http

[RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne on Craigslist in central Oklahoma

2014-01-15 Thread Bryan
I think the bottom bracket might be a bit low for riding fixed, but singlespeed would work. A few years ago, I called Riv to see if I could snag one of the last Quickbeams.They said that the QBs were all gone but that they would build up a singlespeed Sam for me. I declined (and wound up findin

Re: [RBW] Re: RBW 20th Anniversary Gathering and Entmoot -- SF Bay edition

2014-01-15 Thread Tony
Jim, A big thank you for organizing this. For folks not familiar with Walnut Creek here is a quote from a recent article in the local paper about the newly opened Bentley and Maserati of Walnut Creek, "There was pent-up demand, and the arrow pointed directly to the San Francisco East Bay. And

Re: [RBW] Bike Camping. We are DOING IT WRONG

2014-01-15 Thread Ray Shine
Go-Lite is a great company. They make really reliable stuff.  I've used their lite and fast backpacks before.  That Kiva I used was a six person.  We never had more than three in it in the snow. It was plenty roomy on that Oregon Coast trip. If I ride Oregon Coast again, I would outfit the same

Re: [RBW] Bike Camping. We are DOING IT WRONG

2014-01-15 Thread Christopher Chen
That's a classy shelter. On Wed, Jan 15, 2014 at 4:09 PM, Ray Shine wrote: > Hugh -- I'll have to look that up. I've owned that at least 10 years. We > bought it way back in our snowshoe days. It's designed as a floorless snow > shelter, and we used it on several weekend trips into the Sierra i

Re: [RBW] Re: RBW 20th Anniversary Gathering and Entmoot -- SF Bay edition

2014-01-15 Thread Dan McNamara
I am good for any of the 3 dates. I lice close to China Camp so can help out with that end. Or anything else that needs doing. Dan On Wed, Jan 15, 2014 at 10:28 AM, Jim M. wrote: > Here's the poll to decide the date: http://doodle.com/f9aztytidfibbtam > > Very close between the 12th and 26th

Re: [RBW] Bike Camping. We are DOING IT WRONG

2014-01-15 Thread Hugh Smitham
Ray, I found something similar as someone mentioned Golite: http://www.golite.com/Shangri-La-5-Tent-P46714.aspx They make a smaller one too. Love the Oregon story. I presume the trip was along the Oregon coast. ~Hugh "Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving."

Re: [RBW] Bike Camping. We are DOING IT WRONG

2014-01-15 Thread Ray Shine
Hugh -- I'll have to look that up. I've owned that at least 10 years. We bought it way back in our snowshoe days. It's designed as a floorless snow shelter, and we used it on several weekend trips into the Sierra in winter. It weighs very little. One central pole and a few stakes.  On that parti

Re: [RBW] RBW 20th Anniversary Gathering and Entmoot -- SF Bay edition

2014-01-15 Thread Robert F. Harrison
I was the person, or one of them anyway, pushing for the 19th as I'd be flying back to Hawaii from Boise (where I'll be on the 12th). I couldn't afford to fly back to the mainland but diverting the Bay Area was doable. But ...as it turns out a friend is getting married on the 19th so I won't b

Re: [RBW] RBW 20th Anniversary Gathering and Entmoot -- SF Bay edition

2014-01-15 Thread Joe Bernard
I'm available for all of them and live nearby, but of course I'll panic at the last minute and not show up. I'm not good at this social stuff. Y'all have fun! :) Joe "I'll be there in a minute..no worries" Bernard Vallejo, CA. On Wednesday, January 15, 2014 3:56:57 PM UTC-8, Jim Bronson wrote:

Re: [RBW] RBW 20th Anniversary Gathering and Entmoot -- SF Bay edition

2014-01-15 Thread Jim Bronson
Oops never mind, 7=! August. I will be in the bay area in August. Well maybe another time. On Jan 15, 2014 5:56 PM, "Jim Bronson" wrote: > 7/12 as I will be visiting from Texas and available that day. > On Jan 13, 2014 11:37 PM, "Jim M." wrote: > >> I apparently volunteered in the Jamboree thr

Re: [RBW] RBW 20th Anniversary Gathering and Entmoot -- SF Bay edition

2014-01-15 Thread Jim Bronson
7/12 as I will be visiting from Texas and available that day. On Jan 13, 2014 11:37 PM, "Jim M." wrote: > I apparently volunteered in the Jamboree thread to start organizing so I'm > starting this new thread. > > Question 1: When? The date in the poll was 7/19, but I've heard requests > for 7/12

Re: [RBW] Bike Camping. We are DOING IT WRONG

2014-01-15 Thread Hugh Smitham
Yep I can see it...nice looking set up! What does that Kiva weigh? And pack dimensions? That's especially nice for wet climes. Thanks for sharing. ~Hugh "Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving." -- Albert Einstein http://velocipedemusings.blogspot.com/ On W

Re: [RBW] Bike Camping. We are DOING IT WRONG

2014-01-15 Thread Ray Shine
Hopefully everyone can see these now. http://www.flickr.com/photos/8581354@N03/sets/72157602967676122 > > From: dougP >To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com >Cc: Ray Shine >Sent: Wednesday, January 15, 2014 11:38 AM >Subject: Re: [RBW] Bike Camping. We are

Re: [RBW] FS to Australians: Shimano 105 FDs, MAFAC Brakes, MUSA Knickers, Riv NOBS Sunglasses, etc.

2014-01-15 Thread sameness
All parts gone! Only MUSA knickers and NOBS sunglasses remain, and need to go out tomorrow if shipping to an Oz address. Thanks! Jeff Hagedorn Warragul, VIC Australia -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] Re: Minneapolis country bike rally

2014-01-15 Thread Tony McG
Sounds like a good time, Jim. Looking forward to riding with the Twin Cities folks again. > > -- 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-bu

[RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne on Craigslist in central Oklahoma

2014-01-15 Thread Ryan
That IS a very nice build. The asking price of $2200 does not seem exorbitant and it looks like it's in really nice shape. But a SS/fixed Sam would be intriguing, allright On Monday, December 23, 2013 9:11:50 AM UTC-6, Chris Lampe 2 wrote: > I check Craigslist throughout the day for interest

[RBW] Re: Best/Worst

2014-01-15 Thread Matthew J
Rain hats look dorky, but obstruct over the shoulder and side vision less than a hood. Even with the German mirror I would prefer the rain hat over a hood. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] Maryland overnighter

2014-01-15 Thread Paul Germain
Here in the Mid-Atlantic, you have to take your mini-vacations when you can. These two Sam Hillbournes took a couple of dry days in the 50's, sandwiched between lots of rain to do a bike camping trip along the Potomac River in southern Maryland: http://www.flickr.com/photos/bikecrazy-paul/sets

[RBW] Re: Minneapolis country bike rally

2014-01-15 Thread Kevin Mulcahy
Although I'm Riv-less, I do have a number of country bikes. I'd like to add another enthusiastic voice from Chicago. I'd be down to carpool or Amtrack. -Kevin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

Re: [RBW] Re: RBW 20th Anniversary Gathering and Entmoot -- SF Bay edition

2014-01-15 Thread EastBayGuy
Jim I am here to Help with the organization if needed. Keep me posted. Dustin G Walnut Creek Ca -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: RBW 20th Anniversary Gathering and Entmoot -- SF Bay edition

2014-01-15 Thread EastBayGuy
Jim I am here to Help with the organization if needed. Keep me posted. Dustin G Walnut Creek Ca -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Schwalbe 650B/27.5 Thunder Burt Review

2014-01-15 Thread Tim Gavin
My vote is for a 38 or 35mm 650b cyclocross tire. Simply because neither my Riv Road conversion nor my gf's Soma San Marcos will fit anything bigger. Tim Gavin, pondering studded tires for 650b... On Wed, Jan 15, 2014 at 2:32 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote: > ...I noticed that and I agree with you.

Re: [RBW] Re: Schwalbe 650B/27.5 Thunder Burt Review

2014-01-15 Thread Bill Lindsay
...I noticed that and I agree with you. It's exciting. Also the Comet! That looks pretty snazzy for another 2.0" 650B knobby. I'm still waiting for my 650x42B cyclocross tire, though. On Wednesday, January 15, 2014 12:24:06 PM UTC-8, Tim Gavin wrote: > > Did anyone else notice, now that

Re: [RBW] Re: Schwalbe 650B/27.5 Thunder Burt Review

2014-01-15 Thread Tim Gavin
Did anyone else notice, now that Panaracer owns Pacenti, they will be offering a model of the thin-tread Pari-moto with "puncture resistant bead to bead breaker". PT version is 340g, vice 300g for legacy Pari-moto. This has me excited, a more puncture resistant Pari-moto! http://www.panaracer.com

[RBW] Re: Schwalbe 650B/27.5 Thunder Burt Review

2014-01-15 Thread Bill Lindsay
Please test and review the Panaracer Driver Pro 27.5 next. kthx! Just kidding, but I am refreshed by the fact that the Panaracer Driver tire is a nice looking folding 650B knobby, that can be found for under $40. I hope it hooks up well. It has a good design pedigree, so it ought to be goo

Re: [RBW] Re: RBW 20th Anniversary Gathering and Entmoot -- SF Bay edition

2014-01-15 Thread Philip Williamson
It looks like 4 people can't make the 26th, and 5 people can't make the 12th. I just updated my vote to reflect my availability for all three dates. Philip www.biketinker.com (review of Bruce Gordon's retail opening) On Wednesday, January 15, 2014 10:28:26 AM UTC-8, Jim M. wrote: > > Here's th

Re: [RBW] Bike Camping. We are DOING IT WRONG

2014-01-15 Thread dougP
Ray: Your link connects to a page that says it's private, so we can't view it. dougP On Wednesday, January 15, 2014 9:46:16 AM UTC-8, Ray Shine wrote: > > We are not all doing it wrong. This was my set up for Oregon Coast ride > (with BOB trailer, too!) > > http://www.flickr.com/photos/858135

Re: [RBW] Re: RBW 20th Anniversary Gathering and Entmoot -- SF Bay edition

2014-01-15 Thread Hugh Smitham
If we do it on the 12th it really helps me on Summer planning...noticed a lot of folks are available for multiple dates? Of course I'm not the center of the universe so I will go with the flow. ~Hugh "Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving." -- Albert Einstein

RE: [RBW] Best/Worst

2014-01-15 Thread Allingham II, Thomas J
I’ve got a pair, Bill. Ping me. From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Bill Lindsay Sent: Wednesday, January 15, 2014 1:10 PM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: [RBW] Best/Worst Half-mitts without thumbs were and are a per

[RBW] Re: Sykesville, MD 30-miler on Sam today.

2014-01-15 Thread Michael
> > Hi Nancy, > >From Catonsville, you could take Frederick Road through Ellicott City, then stay on Frederick and pick up my Route at: Right turn onto Centennial Lane (turns into Bethany Lane after you cross over Rt. 40 Left turn onto Rt. 99 Right turn onto Sykesville Rd. (Rt. 32) Left onto We

Re: [RBW] Re: RBW 20th Anniversary Gathering and Entmoot -- SF Bay edition

2014-01-15 Thread Jim M.
Here's the poll to decide the date: http://doodle.com/f9aztytidfibbtam Very close between the 12th and 26th. We may just have to hold 2 events. jim m wc ca -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] Re: Minneapolis country bike rally

2014-01-15 Thread hsmitham
What Tom Goodmann said. Making my plans and keeping my enthusiasm super low for now. ~Hugh On Tuesday, January 14, 2014 1:00:20 AM UTC-8, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery wrote: > > Starting a new thread to discuss the Riv/country bike rally to be held in > the Twin Cities September 26-28, 2014. >

Re: [RBW] Best/Worst

2014-01-15 Thread Bill Lindsay
Half-mitts without thumbs were and are a perfect product, for me. For me, the thumb addition ruined a great product. If any of you want to sell me a pair without thumbs cheap, let me know. I could use a spare pair. On Wednesday, January 15, 2014 9:36:46 AM UTC-8, Pudge wrote: > > The Ger

Re: [RBW] Bike Camping. We are DOING IT WRONG

2014-01-15 Thread hsmitham
Ray your the private type aren't you. ~Hugh On Wednesday, January 15, 2014 9:46:16 AM UTC-8, Ray Shine wrote: > > We are not all doing it wrong. This was my set up for Oregon Coast ride > (with BOB trailer, too!) > > http://www.flickr.com/photos/8581354@N03/sets/72157602967676122/ > > > --

[RBW] Re: Poll for SF Bay Area National Gathering Date

2014-01-15 Thread hsmitham
Awesome this is happening! On Tuesday, January 14, 2014 3:58:01 PM UTC-8, Jim M. wrote: > > Here's a little poll so we can settle the date for the gathering: > http://doodle.com/f9aztytidfibbtam > > Choose one or more, please, and we'll go with the one that gets the most. > > Thanks > jim m > wc c

RE: [RBW] Re: Best/Worst

2014-01-15 Thread Allingham II, Thomas J
I have an extra in the parts bin, if you want it. At sale price, plus shipping. From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Coconutbill Sent: Wednesday, January 15, 2014 12:52 PM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] Re: Best/Wor

[RBW] Re: Best/Worst

2014-01-15 Thread Coconutbill
the irony is that I've been saving my nickels for a german mirror. they go on sale. they sellout. -- 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

[RBW] Re: Monsieur Bleriot Flies Again!

2014-01-15 Thread RoadieRyan
Allez Allez Allez! On Tuesday, January 14, 2014 8:18:20 AM UTC-8, Eric Norris wrote: > > Thought the group might enjoy this latest addition to my Bike Room: > > http://flic.kr/p/jcVhUQ > > --Eric Norris > Email: campyo...@me.com > Web: www.campyonly.com > Blog: http://campyonlyguy.blogspot.c

Re: [RBW] Bike Camping. We are DOING IT WRONG

2014-01-15 Thread Ray Shine
We are not all doing it wrong. This was my set up for Oregon Coast ride (with BOB trailer, too!) http://www.flickr.com/photos/8581354@N03/sets/72157602967676122/ > > From: Christopher Chen >To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com >Sent: Wednesday, January 15,

[RBW] Bike Camping. We are DOING IT WRONG

2014-01-15 Thread Aaron Young
Don't forget to pack your hardwood floor. And one must always be sure to arrive at camp with enough sunlight left to install it before setting up the tent. -Aaron Young The Dalles, OR On Wed, Jan 15, 2014 at 9:29 AM, Christopher Chen wrote: > Mike: > > I'll be there. > > cc > > > On Wed, Jan

RE: [RBW] Best/Worst

2014-01-15 Thread Allingham II, Thomas J
The German mirror is fantastic. I have one on my Quickbeam and one on my Atlantis (Noodle and Albatross, respectively). Great on both bikes. QB here http://www.flickr.com/photos/37542512@N04/7439946904/in/set-72157630285823166 and here http://www.flickr.com/photos/37542512@N04/7439949646/in/

Re: [RBW] Bike Camping. We are DOING IT WRONG

2014-01-15 Thread Christopher Chen
Mike: I'll be there. cc On Wed, Jan 15, 2014 at 9:26 AM, Mike Williams wrote: > Looks like the means to play cricket in the right foreground, Im > definitely bringing that next time! -Mike > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Jan 15, 2014, at 9:21 AM, Christopher Chen wrote: > > I can't compete.

[RBW] Bike Camping. We are DOING IT WRONG

2014-01-15 Thread Christopher Chen
I can't compete. http://www.flickr.com/photos/nlireland/11961422373/ -- "I want the kind of six pack you can't drink." -- Micah -- 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

Re: [RBW] Bike Camping. We are DOING IT WRONG

2014-01-15 Thread Mike Williams
Looks like the means to play cricket in the right foreground, Im definitely bringing that next time! -Mike Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 15, 2014, at 9:21 AM, Christopher Chen wrote: > > I can't compete. > > http://www.flickr.com/photos/nlireland/11961422373/ > > -- > "I want the kind of s

Re: [RBW] Best/Worst

2014-01-15 Thread Anne Paulson
I was trying to figure out which of the worst sellers I had bought. The Pink Possum Wool Cap I'm sure is a worst. It is absolutely great, so soft and warm, and it's a beautiful heathery color as well, not bright pink but a softer plum color. Nice present for someone who likes warm, stylish hats.

Re: [RBW] Bar end Silver Shifters + Campy 9 Speed drivetrain

2014-01-15 Thread Patrick Moore
Silver BES work fine with Shimano 9 speed. On Tue, Jan 14, 2014 at 10:04 AM, Jayme Frye wrote: > I'm looking at repurposing a 9 speed Campy Veloce long cage rear der and > Campy cassette on a build using bar end Silver Shifters. Anyone have > experience with a similar setup? How well does this

Re: [RBW] Re: Betty Arrived today

2014-01-15 Thread LeahFoy
Ok, do we get to see it yet? And also, the happy new owner? -- 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] Best/Worst

2014-01-15 Thread Patrick Moore
I agree that the mitts-without-thumbs are dumb. Not even sure about the mitts when you can get good gloves that are more effective, smaller, and that cost no more or even less. But I like the wind shield idea, if not necessarily the product. My own take on it is to chop the body away from a wool t

[RBW] Best/Worst

2014-01-15 Thread Edwin W
I love the grouping of the best/worstfor the January Sale. My thoughts on best: Good lip stuff, Obenauf's, hemp twine, pine tar soap, John's Irish strap, can never get enough! Albas - love em. Mark's rack - I eventually will get one of these. On worst:

[RBW] Re: Sykesville, MD 30-miler on Sam today.

2014-01-15 Thread Nancy Seibel
Michael We live in Catonsville & would love to know the route you used! Thanks for this report on the experience. On Sunday, January 12, 2014 10:49:37 PM UTC-5, Michael wrote: > > 40’s. A little Windy. Long Johns, MUSApants, cycling shorts, wool shirt > layer, mock turtleneck, winter gloves, ho

[RBW] Re: FS: Winter Cleanout: Brooks, Nitto, VO, Pearl Izumi

2014-01-15 Thread Anton Tutter
Update: Brooks swift and Nitto Albas are taken. VO porteur bars, VDO computer and Pearl Izumi shoes still available. > Nitto Albatross bars, 22.2, 25.4. Chromoly 56.0 c-c model. Near perfect > shape, except for slight gum residue along the grip area that I didn't try > to remove, and the p

[RBW] Re: New Nitto Rear rack

2014-01-15 Thread Brian Campbell
I asked RBW about the new rack on the BLUG and below is the response from Spencer: Hi Brian- That's a medium big rear prototype. I expect new ones of those to arrive probably Feb and large ones maybe Feb or March. The new ones fit and cost the same as the old ones, and will even be listed

[RBW] Re: FS: Wheel-Building: Stand, Tensionometer, Wrench, Dishing Guage, Jobst Book

2014-01-15 Thread Adam DeFayette
Thanks everyone - it's sold! On Sunday, January 12, 2014 4:04:11 PM UTC-5, Adam DeFayette wrote: > Curious about wheelbuilding? Here's everything you need to get started > (without breaking the bank): > > Everything is in like-new condition. Pictures here: > https://plus.google.com/photos/10161

[RBW] Re: Minneapolis country bike rally

2014-01-15 Thread Matthew J
Definitely. All you need to do on Amtrak is remove the pedals and turn the bar. Could not be easier. Far more pleasant than driving. On Wednesday, January 15, 2014 12:18:30 AM UTC-6, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery wrote: > > Amtrak is a great way to travel to Minneapolis from Chicago with a bi

Re: [RBW] Monsieur Bleriot Flies Again!

2014-01-15 Thread Eric Norris
My wife's idea. It doubles as my home office, so I get to spend the day with my loved ones while I'm working. Eric N www.CampyOnly.com CampyOnlyGuy.blogspot.com Twitter: @CampyOnlyGuy > On Jan 15, 2014, at 2:19 AM, Bruce Herbitter > wrote: > > Just having a dedicated "bike room" is so cool >>

Re: [RBW] Bar end Silver Shifters + Campy 9 Speed drivetrain

2014-01-15 Thread Eric Norris
Alas, no. Perhaps we're cousins? Half brothers? Eric N www.CampyOnly.com CampyOnlyGuy.blogspot.com Twitter: @CampyOnlyGuy > On Jan 14, 2014, at 9:17 PM, reynoldslugs wrote: > > Hmmm, Eric... Davis... Campy. Could be. Here's the DNA test: did you ever > buy a Trek from Dave Peterson at the ol

Re: [RBW] Monsieur Bleriot Flies Again!

2014-01-15 Thread Bruce Herbitter
Just having a dedicated "bike room" is so cool On 1/14/2014 8:49 PM, Joan Oppel wrote: That is so cool! Joan December 2006 Bleriot On 01/14/14, Eric Norris wrote: Thought the group might enjoy this latest addition to my Bike Room: http://flic.kr/p/jcVhUQ --Eric Norris -- You received this mes