[RBW] FS- lots of bike items: Nitto, Tubus, MKS, Dura-Ace

2014-01-29 Thread Bruce Smitham
Olive Sackville shop sack is sold -- 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

[RBW] Re: From Sadness to Happiness - I'm Riding Again!

2014-01-29 Thread Evan
That's fantastic news, Cecily! Happy riding. Evan E. -- 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

[RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

2014-01-29 Thread Joe Bernard
It's *definitely* going down as the last one I'm in for a while. Somebody mentioned "winter on RBW", and although we haven't had much of one here, I still haven't been able to ride much lately. It shows! I shall go off-grid and on-pedals for a few months. Bye Rivvers! Joe "I'd love to stay, bu

[RBW] Re: Bike Lessons Learned , Greetings & Albatross Bars

2014-01-29 Thread Tom Virgil
Well, to use plain talk, definitely not a case of "All hat and no cattle". You ride that Schwinn and rock it. You are a Rivster. Best regards, Tom On Monday, January 27, 2014 9:57:43 AM UTC-8, truegolden wrote: > > Paul C in Dallas TX here, > > Good morning, > I read the list but rarely post

RE: [RBW] Bike Lessons Learned , Greetings & Albatross Bars

2014-01-29 Thread Manuel Acosta
Take pictures on rides? Who does that any more? Grin. -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

2014-01-29 Thread Eric Norris
Agreed ... And isn't re-using old stuff (even other people's old stuff) part of the whole idea of living more sustainably? "Reduce, *Reuse*, Recycle"? If a slightly used item will suit my needs just as well as a brand new one, I will generally go with the used item, if I can find it. I shop at

[RBW] Re: Noooo!!! I could have ordered something else! Hot Pink Newbaums

2014-01-29 Thread rcnute
Just placed my order for 2 rolls of hot pink AND 2 bars of pine tar soap. Etc. Ryan On Wednesday, January 29, 2014 4:13:54 PM UTC-8, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > CRAP! I placed an order yesterday and it shipped out today, and only now > do I realize that Rivendell has in-stock, the new HOT PINK Ne

Re: [RBW] Re: My Bike Life Is Lacking

2014-01-29 Thread dougP
This group lives to encourage bicycle adventures. Great example of collective wisdom. dougP On Wednesday, January 29, 2014 6:28:05 PM UTC-8, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Wow..that's some impressive "ask a question, get answers and pick one" > progress. And now, fun with tools! > > Joe Bernard > Va

[RBW] Re: ISO: 32t or 34t 7 speed freewheel. Any good options?

2014-01-29 Thread dougP
Just a comment on the gearing side. with a 30T small chainring, I'd go the 34T big cog. For a long time, I rode with cogsets that went from 28 to 32 as the last shift, and sometimes hauling a load up a hill it didn't seem like enough of a shift. I sub'd in a 34 big cog and the 28 to 34 shifts

Re: [RBW] Re: SAN FRANCISCO Sunrise Coffee Club, Tuesday 1/28 7am @ Wave Organ

2014-01-29 Thread BSWP
Emerson big donuts there... yowza. Thanks for the time-lapse sequence. Next time, in Berkeley! - Andrew, Berkeley -- 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 ema

[RBW] Re: Biking around Franklin, TN?

2014-01-29 Thread dougP
Good stuff. Looks like no shortage of good riding. I've heard of the Natchez Trace Trail as a good ride. Gotta do my homework now. dougP On Wednesday, January 29, 2014 4:55:39 AM UTC-8, Ron Mc wrote: > > oops, sorry - they have expanded the parkway to Nashville - I checked the > maps - that

Re: [RBW] Biking around Franklin, TN?

2014-01-29 Thread dougP
Joan: Thanks, I'll check out the links. Another great thing about this list is the helpful members sharing their knowledge. dougP On Wednesday, January 29, 2014 7:21:44 AM UTC-8, Joan wrote: > > Doug - My daughter and her family live in Nashville, and while they don't > bike (except for ver

[RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

2014-01-29 Thread Mike
This thread should go down in RBW Owner's Bunch history as WTBgate. --mike -- 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...@goog

[RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

2014-01-29 Thread dougP
Another side of WTB posts is the idea that someone may have something sitting around that they don't want / use / like / ?? but haven't gotten around to offering for sale. Posting a WTB can motivate someone to move something along that's just gathering dust. Bike parts used are happier than b

[RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

2014-01-29 Thread iamkeith
All, I apologize for my earlier post that sort of derailed this conversation right at the beginning. My premise really wasn't even valid, considering the original point of the thread. I happened to take a quick look at the board, saw something that struck a chord, and hastily posted without r

[RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

2014-01-29 Thread Ron Mc
Mikes, you should see now surly the bamboo-fly-rod trout fishers get in the winter. On Wednesday, January 29, 2014 9:39:10 PM UTC-6, Mike wrote: > > Ahh... Winter time on the RBW list... -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

2014-01-29 Thread Michael Williams
YES!! Well said Leafslayer, favorite post On Wed, Jan 29, 2014 at 7:39 PM, Mike wrote: > Ahh... Winter time on the RBW list... > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving em

Re: [RBW] Roadeo first ride impressions

2014-01-29 Thread Ron Mc
thanks Paul, again, very good detail. I went with the Selle-US An-Atomica on a '98 Moser frame I built up last spring and have found it to be more than cozy - right from the start, more invisible than my broken-in Brooks, but I have to admit the Regal looks al dente.

[RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

2014-01-29 Thread Mike
Ahh... Winter time on the RBW list... -- 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, s

[RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

2014-01-29 Thread Christopher Murray
Howdy! I think the first thing we should acknowledge here is that the INTENT of the original post was to encourage people to support Rivendell- a company we all like/love. Who amongst us doesn't have a story of someone or someones at Rivendell going the extra mile? It is a great company, filled

[RBW] Re: Noooo!!! I could have ordered something else! Hot Pink Newbaums

2014-01-29 Thread Ron Mc
y dos mas cervezas Superior, por favor it would be the perfect color on a Spurs Atlantis On Wednesday, January 29, 2014 8:39:12 PM UTC-6, Joe Bernard wrot

Re: [RBW] Roadeo first ride impressions

2014-01-29 Thread Paul G
I cannot verify this, but I read (on the internet) that the Regal saddle was modeled after the Brooks Team Professional (which I have never tried). Anyhow, the Regal is nicely made and thinly padded with a vintage shape that's not unlike a narrow Brooks. I'd say that padded cycling shorts are e

[RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

2014-01-29 Thread PeterG
Joe Bernard, I think your thought was fine. I like these discussions. Its what makes this website so great. Very few places left that a discussion can be had without bad feelings. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsu

[RBW] Re: Noooo!!! I could have ordered something else! Hot Pink Newbaums

2014-01-29 Thread Joe Bernard
That color would be *perfect* on my Bleriot, and a younger, braver "Miami Vice" me would have totally gone for it. Alas, I'm older and less-brave these days :) Joe "not the brave one" Bernard Vallejo, CA. On Wednesday, January 29, 2014 4:13:54 PM UTC-8, Bill Lindsay wrote: > CRAP! I placed a

Re: [RBW] Re: My Bike Life Is Lacking

2014-01-29 Thread Joe Bernard
Wow..that's some impressive "ask a question, get answers and pick one" progress. And now, fun with tools! Joe Bernard Vallejo, CA. On Tuesday, January 28, 2014 10:01:41 PM UTC-8, LeahFoy wrote: > Well, no one will accuse me of being patient. I have a hitch on the van > and a rack in a box, re

[RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

2014-01-29 Thread Brian Campbell
Hey all thanks for the kind words! I was not offended personally by anybody's post. I thought Grant's original post summed things up quite nicely. I just did not like the way the thread was headed. Seemed below the general discourse on the list. BTW, anyone have an Roadeo in 59cm they want to s

[RBW] Re: Roadeo first ride impressions

2014-01-29 Thread Brian Campbell
Congrats! Great build. I am a bit jealous..as it is my size! >> -- 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...@googlegrou

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

2014-01-29 Thread Hugh Smitham
:-) ~Hugh "Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving." -- Albert Einstein http://velocipedemusings.blogspot.com/ On Wed, Jan 29, 2014 at 6:02 PM, Joe Bernard wrote: > I'd probably want to be less popular now than when this topic seemed like > a good idea thi

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

2014-01-29 Thread Hugh Smitham
Where's the beef? The beef got pounded! Tip the pint take a long draw. Grin. ~Hugh "Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving." -- Albert Einstein http://velocipedemusings.blogspot.com/ On Wed, Jan 29, 2014 at 5:56 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote: > time for another

[RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

2014-01-29 Thread Joe Bernard
I'd probably want to be less popular now than when this topic seemed like a good idea this morning. But that's my own personal pathology for me to deal with..I'm a notorious second-guesser about these sorts of things. About 75% of everything I contribute to internet forums should come with a Mi

Re: [RBW] Roadeo first ride impressions

2014-01-29 Thread Bill Lindsay
patrick moore might be jealous of your sweet roadeo, but i'm jealous that you are taller than me and a lot less pudgy than me. oh, to be 158 again. those are the digits, but just in a less flattering bill not-518-pounds lindsay -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

2014-01-29 Thread Deacon Patrick
No and again the list goes a wee bit nuts. That's a good thing, considering the vast array of characters here. Brian, please don't give anyone on the list any power of influence over you or how you feel or what you post in future. I'm delighted you're here and are looking for a great bag to hav

[RBW] Re: From Sadness to Happiness - I'm Riding Again!

2014-01-29 Thread Ron Mc
Cecily, my Mom had the knee replacement last fall at a truthfully spry 80. Her knee canted sideways - it was horrible to look at before. Straight as an arrow now and she was doing everything by Christmas better than she did before. We're delighted you're riding, but don't be afraid of the kne

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

2014-01-29 Thread Bill Lindsay
time for another pint, then...and another. all is good in my book. i have no beef. i'm beefless -- 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-owner

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

2014-01-29 Thread Hugh Smitham
And Bill if Joe had bought a round of pitchers of good stout let me drink one before popping this topic I'd of had a huge grin...there now I found my grin. ~Hugh "Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving." -- Albert Einstein http://velocipedemusings.blogspot.com/

[RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

2014-01-29 Thread Ron Mc
Joe, 50 replies in 8 hours - how popular do you want to be? I think we're all having fun. On Wednesday, January 29, 2014 7:45:44 PM UTC-6, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Well gosh, that was fun. And about as popular as I expected. > > On Wednesday, January 29, 2014 5:39:48 PM UTC-8, LBleriot wrote: >

Re: [RBW] Roadeo first ride impressions

2014-01-29 Thread SeanMac
Love your bike, Paul. I've been lusting after a Roadeo and, to this point, have kept my lust at bay. I "hope" that seeing your bike does not push me over the edge! I'm glad to hear that your able to get back on the bike after some time off. Having a beautiful new bike to ride hopefully will

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

2014-01-29 Thread Hugh Smitham
Bill, I have to admit that 99% of the time I post I do have a smile on my face and I love this group so when I perceive an elitist vibe creep into the works it really cuts. I feel that the notion "if it ain't broke don't fix it" is applicable here so many times we fiddle with something great and

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

2014-01-29 Thread Eric Norris
I vote for leaving WTB/FS/WTT as part of this list. I've found numerous great items here (most recently my new Blériot), and I've sent many items on to new homes where they are used and enjoyed. It's always a "wiling seller/willing buyer" transaction. If you don't want to buy or sell, just ign

[RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

2014-01-29 Thread Joe Bernard
Well gosh, that was fun. And about as popular as I expected. On Wednesday, January 29, 2014 5:39:48 PM UTC-8, LBleriot wrote: > As a recent beneficiary of a WTB post and a loyal Riv customer, I object > to any attempt to curtail FS or WTB threads. This site is not Riv > sponsored and I'm prett

[RBW] Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

2014-01-29 Thread LBleriot
As a recent beneficiary of a WTB post and a loyal Riv customer, I object to any attempt to curtail FS or WTB threads. This site is not Riv sponsored and I'm pretty sure that the minimal amount of buying and selling on this site is inconsequential when compared to the interest it generates in Ri

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

2014-01-29 Thread Ron Mc
H.G. Wells — 'Every time I see an adult on a bicycle, I no longer despair for the future of the human race.' On Wednesday, January 29, 2014 7:11:28 PM UTC-6, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > Hugh > > Joe didn't say there was anything wrong with Brian's post either. He just > said that some WTB posts mad

Re: [RBW] Roadeo first ride impressions

2014-01-29 Thread Ron Mc
Beautiful bike Paul, and thanks for your report. What do you think of the Selle Regal? On Wednesday, January 29, 2014 6:48:01 PM UTC-6, Patrick Moore wrote: > > Hell, Paul, don't mind me: enjoy your brifters. I finally got back to > indexed shifting after 18 years, when listmembers very kindl

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

2014-01-29 Thread Bill Lindsay
Hugh Joe didn't say there was anything wrong with Brian's post either. He just said that some WTB posts made him queasy. He said he worried that we as a group might damage Rivs bottom line if it happened way too much. I think this has been a perfectly fine exchange of ideas. I always imagin

Re: [RBW] Re: SAN FRANCISCO Sunrise Coffee Club, Tuesday 1/28 7am @ Wave Organ

2014-01-29 Thread Christopher Chen
Sweet! On Wed, Jan 29, 2014 at 10:26 AM, Jason Ferrier wrote: > Nice to meet you Chris and Irving! > > Here's a time lapse of the morning. > https://vimeo.com/85318907 > > Scott - get out there! I grew up in NE Ohio and if I were still there, I > would ride over to Cuyahoga Valley and make coff

Re: [RBW] Roadeo first ride impressions

2014-01-29 Thread Michael
Congrats, Paul. What a great bike! If you get a chance, post some more pics. We don't see too many Roadeos around here. -- 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 a

[RBW] Re: ISO: 32t or 34t 7 speed freewheel. Any good options?

2014-01-29 Thread Ron Mc
you're welcome, bro. On Wednesday, January 29, 2014 6:45:40 PM UTC-6, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > That's a great looking compact double setup. Everything you need, nothing > you don't. I like it. > > On Wednesday, January 29, 2014 4:38:10 PM UTC-8, Ron Mc wrote: >> >> One more to show you 11-to

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

2014-01-29 Thread Ron Mc
I vote Brian's post is OK, too. We spend a bit of money on this stuff, and there are times when I may want to turn some of it back into cash. Hey, I like Acorn bags, too, and I'm glad we can talk about them here. Ron makes some really nice stuff, and his service is Top Notch (as is Rivendell'

[RBW] Re: Roadeo first ride impressions

2014-01-29 Thread Paul G
Deacon, I've thought about that too and experienced that very thing on my first ride. There is freedom indeed! Paul On Wednesday, January 29, 2014 4:40:16 PM UTC-8, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Fantastic, Paul! > > You mention not wanting to install the computer for aesthetic reasons. > I've inte

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

2014-01-29 Thread Hugh Smitham
Bill, let's be ultra clear here...Joe's post took exception to "WTB" posts. That's what started this storm of absurdity. IMO there is nothing wrong with Brian's post. He like others and I look to save a bit before first buying from Riv. I'am glad others feel so freely about their money and don't a

Re: [RBW] Roadeo first ride impressions

2014-01-29 Thread Patrick Moore
Hell, Paul, don't mind me: enjoy your brifters. I finally got back to indexed shifting after 18 years, when listmembers very kindly set me up with very cheap, used (whoops! didn't mean to intersect that other thread!) Dura Ace 7400 components, that I just had to use indexed. It looks like a very n

Re: [RBW] Roadeo first ride impressions

2014-01-29 Thread Paul G
Patrick Moore, My Fuji has friction downtube shifters (I'm quite comfortable with them) and I did custom-order downtube shifter bosses for the Roadeo to allow the option if I so deem that necessary in the future. I'm definitely not married to the Ergos by any means, but I got a great deal on th

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

2014-01-29 Thread Eric Platt
Brian, While I basically have nothing to say on this list anymore, I don't find the type of post you did to be offensive. There are times when looking at all the bags and other stuff I have the thought comes "hmm, maybe someone will ask for one of these on the Riv list." Eric Platt St. Paul, MN

Re: [RBW] Re: Roadeo first ride impressions

2014-01-29 Thread Patrick Moore
FWIW, if the inner measurement demon fights epic battles with the minimalist aesthetic demon, you can always use Cyclemeter on your "smart" (gag, yurk, spew) phone. One very nice thing is that, while it does record your average and fastest speed, you can nonetheless tuck it away in your jersey pock

[RBW] Re: ISO: 32t or 34t 7 speed freewheel. Any good options?

2014-01-29 Thread Bill Lindsay
That's a great looking compact double setup. Everything you need, nothing you don't. I like it. On Wednesday, January 29, 2014 4:38:10 PM UTC-8, Ron Mc wrote: > > One more to show you 11-tooth sprockets are only useful on compact double > cranks > > Gear chart using Gear > Inches

[RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

2014-01-29 Thread Bill Lindsay
Everyone likes FS posts, Including Joe Bernard most of all. That was my point. I posted that to defend your Original Post. Nobody anywhere in this thread has said one negative thing about FS posts, least of all Joe. On Wednesday, January 29, 2014 4:27:25 PM UTC-8, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Incl

[RBW] Re: Roadeo first ride impressions

2014-01-29 Thread Deacon Patrick
Fantastic, Paul! You mention not wanting to install the computer for aesthetic reasons. I've intentionally not installed a computer also, and doing so has brought amazing freedom. I do not feel a pressure to "push a bit harder and go 19 mph" or focus on the milage ticking by. Instead I enjoy th

[RBW] Re: ISO: 32t or 34t 7 speed freewheel. Any good options?

2014-01-29 Thread Ron Mc
One more to show you 11-tooth sprockets are only useful on compact double cranks Gear chart using Gear Inches *For > 700 X 38 / 38-622 tire with 170 mm cranks**With Custom Sprocket(s) > Cassette*2850.0 %423025.538.225.0 %2431.947.814.3 %2136.454.6

Re: [RBW] Roadeo first ride impressions

2014-01-29 Thread Patrick Moore
A very nice and not at all excessively minimalist build. Congratulations I rejoice in bikes that are not laden with accessories (though 2/4 of mine are just so laden). The only black mark is that it doesn't have dt shifters. Patrick "left 43 behind long ago" Moore, who doesn't mind that at all, at

[RBW] Re: Roadeo first ride impressions

2014-01-29 Thread Bill Lindsay
I love it. Congratulations. That's a terrific looking, smart contemporary road bike. On Wednesday, January 29, 2014 4:33:35 PM UTC-8, Paul G wrote: > > > > It's taken a long time for me to

[RBW] Roadeo first ride impressions

2014-01-29 Thread Paul G
It's taken a long time for me to do a proper ride after building up this fine frameset due to poor air quality in my area. I was finally able to ride it about 35 miles on flat and rolling ter

[RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

2014-01-29 Thread Brian Campbell
I posted the original WTB request that Grant responded to. I asked if anyone had a medium saddle bag for sale. If I did not get a response, (which I did not) I was planning to buy a new one from Riv, which will happen shortly. If it matters, I have been buying things from Riv since 2006. I fi

[RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

2014-01-29 Thread Joe Bernard
Including me. I've stated what I was referring to twice now, so I'm gonna have to let this thing run if some people still think I was talking about FS posts. I wasn't. On Wednesday, January 29, 2014 4:10:21 PM UTC-8, Bill Lindsay wrote: > Everybody likes FS posts. 100% of everybody likes FS po

Re: [RBW] Re: From Sadness to Happiness - I'm Riding Again!

2014-01-29 Thread Steve Palincsar
On 01/29/2014 07:04 PM, Cecily Walker wrote: I intend to ride in a dress just for the sheer cussedness of it. :-D -- 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

[RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

2014-01-29 Thread Michael
> > As a rivbike enthusiast's forum, I would think that the joy of RBW bikes > and parts would include trading/buying/selling, etc. > I have found some great used stuff here before that I couldn't find easily anywhere else. However, I prefer to buy new bike parts. And when I buy new, I pre

[RBW] Noooo!!! I could have ordered something else! Hot Pink Newbaums

2014-01-29 Thread Bill Lindsay
CRAP! I placed an order yesterday and it shipped out today, and only now do I realize that Rivendell has in-stock, the new HOT PINK Newbaums! I should have added that to my order! #headdesk I guess I'll just add it

Re: [RBW] FS: 68 CM Quickbeam. 1500.00

2014-01-29 Thread Mike On A Bike
Oh my god, this is the deal of the young century. I would be tempted to size up from my slightly too small 64 QB to this slightly too big QB if I had a stack of paper lying around. Happy riding to the lucky buyer! On Wednesday, January 29, 2014 4:12:50 PM UTC-5, Jim Bronson wrote: > > Wow...my s

[RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

2014-01-29 Thread Bill Lindsay
Everybody likes FS posts. 100% of everybody likes FS posts. FS posts are super fun. -- 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+uns

[RBW] Re: From Sadness to Happiness - I'm Riding Again!

2014-01-29 Thread Cecily Walker
I intend to ride in a dress just for the sheer cussedness of it. :-D On Wednesday, January 29, 2014 2:22:20 PM UTC-8, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > Betty Foy on a populaire is such a nice thought. > > On Tuesday, January 28, 2014 7:26:23 PM UTC-8, Cecily Walker wrote: >> >> Thanks to the miracles of m

[RBW] Re: ISO: 32t or 34t 7 speed freewheel. Any good options?

2014-01-29 Thread Ron Mc
This is the chart for my half-step triple and current set up. I have one overlap at 70 inches, but this is an easy, load-hauling array. Gear chart using Gear Inches *For 700 X 28 / 28-622 tire with 170 mm cranks**With Custom Sprocket(s) Cassett

[RBW] Re: ISO: 32t or 34t 7 speed freewheel. Any good options?

2014-01-29 Thread Ron Mc
Tim, I punched these for you - these look really good. I was expecting the 17-21 to be a cliff, but even that is not bad. These look very useful, with two tree-climbers under 30" Gear chart using Gear Inches*For 700 X 28 / 28-622 tire with 170 m

[RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

2014-01-29 Thread Hiawatha Cyclery
Rivendell is a company that has promoted good things, and they are nice people. But based on my limited understanding, this forum is hosted by google and moderated by a volunteer. In other words, there's no reason why this forum should be devoted solely to increasing Riv's sales. You should cer

[RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

2014-01-29 Thread Philip Williamson
I like seeing FS posts here, and I'm happy I can sell some things sometimes. I don't buy very much from Rivendell, but I don't buy very much of anything. My Rivendell cycling life is pretty satisfactory with what I have. Almost all my new-purchase Riv items come for Birthday/Xmas/Anniversary, w

[RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

2014-01-29 Thread Bill Lindsay
I ordered a striped wool top too! I hope I look fetching in mine. More likely, I'll be such a dog that people tell me to "FETCH!" :-) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving email

[RBW] Re: ISO: 32t or 34t 7 speed freewheel. Any good options?

2014-01-29 Thread Ron Mc
Tim, I just went through the exercise with a new Phil wheelset and bought an excellent Suntour Winner on ebay, 12-32. Paid $65 and am delighted What I found is that IRD Defiant freewheels are not in stock anywher

[RBW] Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

2014-01-29 Thread PeterG
Having spent thousands at Rivendell and hundreds on used equipment here, I see no harm in buying/selling used pieces on this site. When funds are slim and I need something, I come here because the people on this site are knowledgeable and you usually get exactly what Is promised (not so much on

[RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

2014-01-29 Thread Liesl
Ron, I agree with what you wrote: "Let's see, what I have sold here. A matched set of gray Sackville bags which were out of production - the buyer posted the query - and a couple of 7-speed freewheels." That kind of trading as others have noted, is a good thing; one in which I have participa

[RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

2014-01-29 Thread Ron Mc
I've always found that Rivendell has better prices on most things than can be found elsewhere - Crane bell for $12 - what a deal. I keep an active Rivendell wish list and place several orders every year. When I find better prices, or I want something that Rivendell doesn't carry, then I purch

[RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

2014-01-29 Thread cyclotour...@gmail.com
Used bikes and parts are pretty much the only kind I consider buying. And I believe I have probably sold as much or more here than I've purchased. I appreciate your concern for RBW, but don't believe we should arbitrarily limit the second hand market. On Wednesday, January 29, 2014 9:25:03 AM

[RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

2014-01-29 Thread hsmitham
Jim, Thank you for being the voice of moderation/reason. Peter M. Yes and a vigorous yes. I will continue to use "WTB" transactions within my sense of reason. Rivendell's sucess or failure will not be determined by "WTB" transaction on this list-serve by posters like me. I usually buy directl

[RBW] Re: ISO: 32t or 34t 7 speed freewheel. Any good options?

2014-01-29 Thread RoadieRyan
I agree with Patrick, I like a more graduated gearing rather than 10 tooth jump the mega range offers. I have used IRDs and like them and yes you will pay more but you might not have as many "moments of regret" from failed shifts or dropped chains when using the mega range. I find if you shop

[RBW] Re: From Sadness to Happiness - I'm Riding Again!

2014-01-29 Thread Bill Lindsay
Betty Foy on a populaire is such a nice thought. On Tuesday, January 28, 2014 7:26:23 PM UTC-8, Cecily Walker wrote: > > Thanks to the miracles of modern science and physiotherapy, I'm back > riding my bike a lot sooner than expected! I'll still need a knee > replacement eventually, but I was

Re: [RBW] Re: ISO: 32t or 34t 7 speed freewheel. Any good options?

2014-01-29 Thread Tim Gavin
Garth- Great idea on combining the two; that gearing would be better. I'll have to see if my bike co-op has one of those nifty pliers. I'd read that article a long time ago, but by accident--I was looking for the "make your own custom cassette" article. I did that on my gofast bike. I had to,

[RBW] Re: ISO: 32t or 34t 7 speed freewheel. Any good options?

2014-01-29 Thread Garth
I'd just use the Shimano 14-34 myself :) OR Make your own combination using the Shimano 14-34 and the 13-28. Here's how ... http://blog.harriscyclery.com/customizing-shimano-7-speed-freewheels/ You should be able to make a 14 16 18 21 24 28 34 FW using the 14-34 body. With your 50t big ring

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

2014-01-29 Thread Bruce Herbitter
Liesl: You might have just that fetching look in a new striped wool top they have! (I ordered one after getting the RBW email) and will report on it after trying it on. yes, RBW clothes cost more than some other places, but they've been good on the whole. Wore the 2d generation seersucker ri

[RBW] Re: ISO: 32t or 34t 7 speed freewheel. Any good options?

2014-01-29 Thread Jon Doyle
I'd get the Shimano Mega Range 14-34. Scandalously cheap yes, but it's from a reliable brand, and will provide a useful set of ratios for touring. If it's junk then you're only out a few bucks. Online reviews seem to favor it. I'd avoid the SunRace and IRD, they sound overpriced based on reviews

[RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

2014-01-29 Thread Joe Bernard
I hope it is apparent that my post was focused on WTB, and only for products Riv currently sells. As I said, if you already own/used the product and want to sell it, more power to you *and* the buyer; I've bought and sold many Rivvy things this way. In case that wasn't clear.. Joe "let me be c

[RBW] Re: From Sadness to Happiness - I'm Riding Again!

2014-01-29 Thread Ryan
Awesome...glad to hear it. I bet Betty Boop is happy, too On Tuesday, January 28, 2014 9:26:23 PM UTC-6, Cecily Walker wrote: > > Thanks to the miracles of modern science and physiotherapy, I'm back > riding my bike a lot sooner than expected! I'll still need a knee > replacement eventually, bu

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

2014-01-29 Thread Steve Palincsar
On 01/29/2014 04:45 PM, Deacon Patrick wrote: "Not everybody can afford the high quality components that Riv insists on selling, and it's great that there are options for people who want not-dumb bikes, and can't afford top quality." iamkeith, I agree wholeheartedly with this, though I take is

[RBW] From Sadness to Happiness - I'm Riding Again!

2014-01-29 Thread PeterG
Cecily, So glad to hear your biking future is looking better. Fingers are all crossed for you..,PeterG -- 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-o

[RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

2014-01-29 Thread Deacon Patrick
"Not everybody can afford the high quality components that Riv insists on selling, and it's great that there are options for people who want not-dumb bikes, and can't afford top quality." iamkeith, I agree wholeheartedly with this, though I take issue with most everything else you said. As for

[RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

2014-01-29 Thread Liesl
Back to Joe's original post...I have two, well actually three but the third one you already know, stories to tell. First story: After my big Riv Chica Warrior Caper when I rode down the bike thief (for newcomers to the list, search the archives), the whole Riv team sent me a card that ever

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

2014-01-29 Thread Steve Palincsar
On 01/29/2014 04:28 PM, Peter Morgano wrote: I vote that votes to take away people's privileges are inherently bad. On Jan 29, 2014 4:25 PM, "Michael" > wrote: Why don't we vote, giving the ultimate decision to the site moderator, as to whether we want t

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

2014-01-29 Thread Peter Morgano
I vote that votes to take away people's privileges are inherently bad. On Jan 29, 2014 4:25 PM, "Michael" wrote: > > > Why don't we vote, giving the ultimate decision to the site moderator, as > to whether we want to stop buying/selling/trading on this site. > > > -- > You received this message

[RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

2014-01-29 Thread Michael
Why don't we vote, giving the ultimate decision to the site moderator, as to whether we want to stop buying/selling/trading on this site. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receivin

[RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

2014-01-29 Thread Cyclofiend Jim
Please let's back off the V-O comments. Grant has addressed this more than a few times. There's no "there" there in that discussion. It's hard to fault someone who has a decent piece of gear that they will no longer use, or something they tried out (handlebars, of late, come to mind here) t

Re: [RBW] FS: 68 CM Quickbeam. 1500.00

2014-01-29 Thread Jim Bronson
Wow...my size and everything. What a deal. Ah for the love of fifteen hundred dollars. Think I'll go in the bathroom and cry now... On Jan 28, 2014 11:23 PM, "Kelly" wrote: > http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/sets/72157633031703828/ > > Including extra set of wheels, bag.. Dyno and lights

[RBW] Re: SAN FRANCISCO Sunrise Coffee Club, Tuesday 1/28 7am @ Wave Organ

2014-01-29 Thread Coconutbill
> > Jason, cool idea! I wonder if there is a way to do audio snapshots, to go > along. > What a great coffee brewing location! -- 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 i

Re: [RBW] ISO: 32t or 34t 7 speed freewheel. Any good options?

2014-01-29 Thread Eric Norris
I've had good luck with IRD freewheels, but it seems to me that they are somewhat cheaper than $56 apiece. --Eric N www.CampyOnly.com CampyOnlyGuy.blogspot.com Twitter: @CampyOnlyGuy > On Jan 29, 2014, at 11:56 AM, Tim Gavin > wrote: > > Ladies and gents- > > I'm looking for a new freewheel.

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

2014-01-29 Thread Rocky B
Ya, when I saw VO starting to sell knives and hatchets too...i said "really? come on." -- 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-bunc

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