[RBW] Current Status

Yep the first big storm of 2014 in Southern California...for those of you out East jealous of our fair weather, well read about it hereand know that we sometimes have to change plans. ~Hugh -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Re: FS: Schwalbe Marathon 650b Tires.

PS- the 44's are fantastic. -- 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

[RBW] Re: FS: Schwalbe Marathon 650b Tires.

Thanks. That's the newest version. I am looking for the older, narrower 584-42 version. But I'm sure these will be taken soon. Better start packing them up now. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

[RBW] Re: What does "IRD" and "IGH" mean?

Thanks for the info. I can think of: TT ST HT DT SH PBH F/F/HS BB CC AHH RBW -- 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...@goo

[RBW] 62 Rambouilet on ebay

Making a point of not being the owner of a bike posted in a FS (for sale, not full suspension (usually)) link is traditional, going back to the iBOB email list and UseNet. I think there are two logical reasons: full disclosure ("this isn't a self-serving post designed to promote my sale"), and m

[RBW] Re: What does "IRD" and "IGH" mean?

IRD = Interloc Racing Design (http://www.interlocracing.com/index.html) IGH = internal geared hub -- 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: What does "IRD" and "IGH" mean?

ERD comes up a lot for wheel builders. BSD for tires. BIKE is another one I've seen - not sure what that one stands for? On Friday, February 28, 2014 11:04:57 PM UTC-7, Philip Williamson wrote: > > IRD is a brand name, short for Interloc Racing Design, I think. IGH is an > acronym for "intern

[RBW] What does "IRD" and "IGH" mean?

IRD is a brand name, short for Interloc Racing Design, I think. IGH is an acronym for "internally geared hub," like a Sturmey Archer (SA) 3 speed hub. Are there other cryptic acronyms we use as shorthand around here? Philip www.biketinker.com -- You received this message because you are subscr

[RBW] Re: FS: Schwalbe Marathon 650b Tires.

Sidewall reads: 44-584 (26x1-1/2 650x42B) They measured around 41mm on Synergies. -- 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.

[RBW] Re: Bleriot Frames FS

> > Here we go: > " If the headtube and fork crown seat are not milled correctly, the bearing races of your headset will not be perpendicular to the steering axis, and your headset will either have play, or will bind, or both. If you have a new frame or are overhauling your bike and want your

[RBW] What does "IRD" and "IGH" mean?

I see these trebles thrown around a lot in Riv-speak and was wondering what they mean. Are they brand names? Do they mean "Independent -somethingorothers"? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and s

[RBW] Re: FS: Schwalbe Marathon 650b Tires.

> Does the sidewall say 584-42, or 584-44? > -- 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

[RBW] 62 Rambouilet on ebay

Dig this, lugged stem and all: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Rivendell-Rambouillet-Toyo-factory-62cm-touring-randonneur-steel-lugged-Nitto-/321335753004?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item4ad11a792c Not mine (why do people say that in these posts?). -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[RBW] Re: Evolution of your bike preference?

That looks like my pink Schwinn Junior Miss!! I wish I still had that bike. Folks here in Silverlake build them up and ride around town with them. I saw one parked at Traders and looked at it with envy. On Friday, February 28, 2014 6:36:05 PM UTC-8, Ron Mc wrote: > > oh, we're going that far bac

[RBW] Re: Evolution of your bike preference?

My mom told me that when I was 2 we were stationed at Strategic Air Command HQ's. She thought I was outside playing with the neighbor kids and then went to check on me and I was riding my tricycle along side an Air Police. He said I had rode my trike 2 miles to the gate and I didn't know my add

Re: [RBW] Re: Atlantis w/ some fatties!

"What about the 700c wheel efficiency Vs. the 26"wheel once they're rolling?" This is an interesting question. Before getting her mini-Lantis, my wife rode a 700c wheeled bike. Coasting downhill, she always drifted behind me on my 700c Atlantis. Her bike would only take 28 mm tires vs the 40

[RBW] Re: Evolution of your bike preference?

As a kid I went from little red roadster, to Sears Free Spirit stingray, to a Huffy ten-speed (all gifts from parents. I'd get the Paramount I really wanted later...much later). In college I had a Schwinn (LeTour?) and a Shogun which was the best bike I'd ever had. Felt fast but in reality i

[RBW] Re: FS: Schwalbe Marathon 650b Tires.

FWIW these are great tires. I put them on every winter for daily commuting and still going strong 3 years later. Ryan On Friday, February 28, 2014 7:55:01 PM UTC-8, David Banzer wrote: > > Just picked up a new-to-me 650b wheelset. Already have tires that I like > and use. To minimalize parts..

[RBW] Re: A lugged steel boomerang? My Hillborne is back!

Bill: What a story! I think this bike is your destiny. I can almost hear the cogs clicking into place as it comes together. dougP On Friday, February 28, 2014 2:45:43 PM UTC-8, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > Another tiny 'stars aligning' moment. You may have noticed the wheelset > on the Hillbor

Re: [RBW] SoCal February S240 poll.

Yes it will!!! Cheers, David "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal On Fri, Feb 28, 2014 at 6:58 PM, Mike Schiller wrote: > Ojai has had 3.3 inches of rain so far from this storm. Probably get > another few inches until the storm moves eastward. > > On a positive note... i

[RBW] FS: Schwalbe Marathon 650b Tires.

Just picked up a new-to-me 650b wheelset. Already have tires that I like and use. To minimalize parts... FS: Schwalbe 650b Marathon Tires $45 plus actual shipping. Please contact offlist if interested. Paypal Personal payment preferred. Thanks, David Chicago -- You received this message becau

[RBW] Re: 9 to 8 speed worth it for better friction shifting?

If Jim says "works, sometimes", my sense is this is not a good idea. Seems like the downside could be spendy. dougP On Friday, February 28, 2014 4:41:22 PM UTC-8, Evan Baird wrote: > > My buddy Will used to run friction with an Alfine hub on his 650b Vaya. > Said it worked ok. Seems sketchy to

Re: [RBW] Re: Bleriot Frames FS

Someone call grumpy Peter White quick! http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Rivendell-Bleriot-650b-Frameset-55cm-Never-Used-Lugged-Steel-nos-touring-/380840496270?pt=US_Bicycles_Frames&hash=item58abdccc8e On Fri, Feb 28, 2014 at 1:01 PM, Joe Bernard wrote: > My Bleriot had slight bulging of the top-and

Re: [RBW] SoCal February S240 poll.

Ojai has had 3.3 inches of rain so far from this storm. Probably get another few inches until the storm moves eastward. On a positive note... it will be nice and green in a few weeks! ~mike Carlsbad Ca On Friday, February 28, 2014 6:41:04 PM UTC-8, dougP wrote: > > Friday mid-day here in O

[RBW] Re: New Rear Racks

Woo Hoo! New & improved. I've got both a Nitto & a Tubus with the lower pannier rails and that is a significant improvement, at least for those of us who like to overload racks. If you've ever gotten crazy trying to load or unload a rack with panniers & something on the platform, and felt lik

Re: [RBW] Re: Evolution of your bike preference?

My Murray BMX got me everywhere as a kid. My brother had a matching one and we had great adventures. We then went to mtbs. But as cars and girls took over bikes took a backseat. In my late 20s got back into cycling, had many a vintage bike trying to get that just right feel. A buddy of mine at work

Re: [RBW] SoCal February S240 poll.

Friday mid-day here in OC we had rainfall of biblical proportions. Good call to cancel for the time being. The canyons in LA must have been flooded. dougP On Thursday, February 27, 2014 11:59:05 AM UTC-8, hsmitham wrote: > > Hey Guy's, > > Well I think it's about time to call this adventure

[RBW] Re: Evolution of your bike preference?

oh, we're going that far back - first bike was a Sears The Rail exactly the same as the purple one in the ad - 5-sp RD, stick shift, 20" front and 24" rear (I wonder if this is why I run a Vittoria Evo front tire and Par

[RBW] Re: New Albion Privateer - not the best face yet, but getting there

Get a pair of Soma C Line 38 mm tires on there & it'll get even better. I saw the (for now) disclaimer after the 25 mm tires, so I assume chubby tires are part of the plan. What about rackage & luggage? dougP On Friday, February 28, 2014 4:53:32 PM UTC-8, eflayer wrote: > > Rode the Private

[RBW] Re: New Albion Privateer - not the best face yet, but getting there

Rode the Privateer about 20 miles today. It seems similar or better in terms of overall riding experience to my Rambouillets, Bleriots, and Gunnar Sport. I'd bet if you could ride it blindfolded and the others too, you'd be hard pressed to pick a winner. Now I know about lugs and aesthetics and

[RBW] Re: Evolution of your bike preference?

Mongoose BMX bikes > Schwinn hardtail > Specialized CrMo single speed > Ironhorse long travel hardtail > KHS OX steel hardtail single speed conversion > Specialized fixed gear > Surly Cross Check w/ Albatross bars > Steamroller with mustachio bars > Soma ES w drops and friction shifters > Origi

[RBW] Re: 9 to 8 speed worth it for better friction shifting?

My buddy Will used to run friction with an Alfine hub on his 650b Vaya. Said it worked ok. Seems sketchy to me though. On Friday, February 28, 2014 10:07:52 AM UTC-8, Montclair BobbyB wrote: > > Since we're talking friction-shifting, I thought I'd ask again (cuz I do > this periodically): Anyone

Re: [RBW] New Albion Privateer - not the best face yet, but getting there

I prefer downtube shifters over all other styles. They're easy to maintain, and they don't get in the way. The fact they're relatively cheap is a bonus. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] Re: Evolution of your bike preference?

Age 7-11: Schwinn Stingray, to school a few miles away, but most memories of "ghost riding" it down the road, over ramps and jumps and over the same jumps over the ditch in front of our house. 11-17: Diamond Back mountain bike. Most memorable ride was Fall River Road in Rockey Mountain national

RE: [RBW] Re: Evolution of your bike preference?

Let some air out – the perfect bike will become uber-perfect. From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of LeahFoy Sent: Friday, February 28, 2014 6:28 PM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] Re: Evolution of your bike preference?

[RBW] Re: Evolution of your bike preference?

This is fun! Age 7: Parents scored a Huffy purple and white with pink roses banana seat bike at a garage sale. Said bike had been run over by the family's car, and someone had decided to "fix" it with a weld job. It was because of this that pedaling the thing was near-impossible, but my scrawny

[RBW] Re: A lugged steel boomerang? My Hillborne is back!

Great story, Bill; thanks for providing some of the pictorial history too. Just in from work on a double TT blue Sam, nearing its first year since purchase from Headquarters; if you have to go to work, that is a good way to go. --Tom (Miami; yep, beautiful day again) -- You received this mes

[RBW] Re: A lugged steel boomerang? My Hillborne is back!

Another tiny 'stars aligning' moment. You may have noticed the wheelset on the Hillborne has rims with Ceramic sidewalls. I rolled by CyclePath in Hayward to re-stock straddle cables and took the longshot on their KoolStop board. Lo and behold, they had two pairs of KoolStop Green (ceramic f

RE: [RBW] Re: Evolution of your bike preference?

There seems to be a lot of jonesing for fat bikes this winter! Me, too. From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Ryan Sent: Friday, February 28, 2014 3:57 PM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] Re: Evolution of your bike pre

RE: [RBW] Re: Evolution of your bike preference?

My first “real” bike was a red Sears 3 speed with upright bars (I was 10). I took them off immediately and replaced them with drops, wrapped in lime green semi-transparent plastic tape. I thought it was the shit. Rode it to school 3 years running every day, 6th through 8th grade. It was sto

Re: [RBW] Re: Mini-Beam

Steve - I may have seen a posting of your bike somewhere in my decision process and was completely enamored with the look of blue wrapped drops and blackwalls - stunning look. I have a 48 cm / 650b Sam and it is just perfect. Philip - I have a lot to learn with gearing and part of the reaso

[RBW] Re: Evolution of your bike preference?

oh... and I forgot to say... I'm seriously considering a fat bike next can't go with much fatter tires than that! ~mike On Friday, February 28, 2014 1:27:33 PM UTC-8, Mike Schiller wrote: > > The 1st bike I really remember was a candy apple green Stingray... I rode > that from age 6 'till m

[RBW] Re: Evolution of your bike preference?

The 1st bike I really remember was a candy apple green Stingray... I rode that from age 6 'till maybe 12. Most of the time on dirt roads, cow trails, off jumps. I stripped it down and rattle can painted it may 5 times. In Jr high I got a road bike. Rode that every where the Stingray went. Sta

[RBW] Re: Evolution of your bike preference?

Neat thread 1961 - learned to ride on my sister's Glider (English brand that Eaton's carried) - nice, smooth and quite light bike...electric blue with white fenders and nice almostNitto North Road type bars 1962 - moved to Winnipeg and inherited my other sister's late 40's CCM. But it was my

[RBW] FS, Tires, Bars, and Bag oh my prices reduced

Hey group, doing some early spring cleaning, have some tires and other stuff for sale! Everything is gently used, prices dont include shipping, deals for multiple items! Acorn Boxy Rando bag tan w/ brown trim $160( retails for $210+tax) Resist Nomad tires. 700x 45 $25/pair Kenda Karma

[RBW] Re: A lugged steel boomerang? My Hillborne is back!

"I hope it takes you on many wonderful adventures." Indeed. Shoji On Friday, February 28, 2014 2:44:42 PM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > When I pulled up my MonsterCross build photos, I immediately went looking > for those tires online. It looks so kickass, and there's still tons of > clearanc

RE: [RBW] Re: A lugged steel boomerang? My Hillborne is back!

Great story. From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Bill Lindsay Sent: Friday, February 28, 2014 2:45 PM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] Re: A lugged steel boomerang? My Hillborne is back! When I pulled up my MonsterCr

[RBW] Re: Evolution of your bike preference?

Most changes based on comfort. First thing was a Unicanitor saddle on my old Raleigh because it looked good and I could ride it then. The desire was a go-fast bike within a student budget. Then killed the spined crank on my old Raleigh climbing to my apartment in south Austin. Bought parts

[RBW] Re: Evolution of your bike preference?

The first bike that I bought, with my own hard earned money was a Redline BMX in 7th grade or so. I still have it. The first useful bike I got was in 8th grade. I would tally up my babysitting money and go to the local bike shop (Larry and Jeff's on 79th and 3rd in NYC). Each time I would think,

[RBW] Re: A lugged steel boomerang? My Hillborne is back!

When I pulled up my MonsterCross build photos, I immediately went looking for those tires online. It looks so kickass, and there's still tons of clearance. That would shred. It looks like that tire isn't made anymore, though. I'll probably buy some Rock and Roads and wait for that new WTB N

Re: [RBW] A lugged steel boomerang? My Hillborne is back!

MBB, I set the saddle height and got on it. I have not coasted chainless down the driveway (yet). On Friday, February 28, 2014 10:15:18 AM UTC-8, Montclair BobbyB wrote: > > Yeah, but did you do the ol' "Lemme just ride it down the driveway before > the chain is on or the brakes are connecte

[RBW] Re: Aeropress review, ride report, and cycling legends.

I'll but the first round then. -- 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 ema

[RBW] Re: A lugged steel boomerang? My Hillborne is back!

> > Bill...this is just an awesome story! I have never had a bike come back to > me although many would be welcome. > And for the record...your monstercross build is absolutely THE best!! I would have purchased the same frame a size down, but they had switched to sidepull by the time I was sho

Re: [RBW] New Albion Privateer - not the best face yet, but getting there

On Thursday, February 27, 2014 6:00:08 PM UTC-8, Evan Baird wrote: > > Just posted another build up here. > > http://newalbioncycles.blogspot.com/2014/02/privateer-build-for-gravelbikecom.html?m=1 > > In all honesty, the Privateer is identical to the Pake C'mute, with a few > little tweaks that m

[RBW] Re: Aeropress review, ride report, and cycling legends.

no warm water and big trees. Let's just say I had a big smile on my face for 4 days ~mike On Friday, February 28, 2014 9:14:43 AM UTC-8, jinxed wrote: > > HA! Does it involve barrels of ice water? > > On Friday, February 28, 2014 10:07:56 AM UTC-7, Mike Schiller wrote: >> >> great post Bra

Re: [RBW] Re: How many mountain bikes do you own?

I have 4, trail bikes, and there's not much overlap there. I've been trail riding since before I discovered Rivendell, and I've always liked non-rivvy mtbs, with suspension and all that. I have a Soma Juice 29'er hardtail set up as a singlespeed, a custom Curtlo softail 27.5'er (650b) softail for

Re: [RBW] Re: Evolution of your bike preference?

On Fri, Feb 28, 2014 at 10:55 AM, Chris Lampe 2 wrote: > This should be a fun thread! >> >> > Indeed! I've acquired my preferences over almost 45 years of building my own bikes -- my first complete build, not counting modifications egregious or otherwise, was at age 15 in 1970 -- and modifying all

Re: [RBW] SoCal February S240 poll.

Tom, You made me smile this morn. Thanks friend. ~Hugh "Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving." -- Albert Einstein http://velocipedemusings.blogspot.com/ On Fri, Feb 28, 2014 at 9:25 AM, Tom Virgil wrote: > > In view of the Noachian event occurring in S

Re: [RBW] A lugged steel boomerang? My Hillborne is back!

Yeah, but did you do the ol' "Lemme just ride it down the driveway before the chain is on or the brakes are connected, JUST to get that raw feeling of rolling on it"? (I wanted to confirm I'm not the only crazy one).. On Friday, February 28, 2014 10:33:10 AM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > It h

[RBW] Re: 9 to 8 speed worth it for better friction shifting?

I've friction shifted IGH hubs. It "works" sometimes. On Friday, February 28, 2014 12:07:52 PM UTC-6, Montclair BobbyB wrote: > > Since we're talking friction-shifting, I thought I'd ask again (cuz I do > this periodically): Anyone have any success friction-shifting an > internal-geared hub? Ye

RE: [RBW] Re: 9 to 8 speed worth it for better friction shifting?

Not sure if this is a relevant data point, Bobby, but the Rohloff shifter on my Stealth Bomba is nothing more than a cable puller – the indexing that is provided by the Alfine shifter actually resides, for the Rohloff, inside the hub. (Exactly HOW it is provided for inside the hub is beyond my

[RBW] Re: 9 to 8 speed worth it for better friction shifting?

Since we're talking friction-shifting, I thought I'd ask again (cuz I do this periodically): Anyone have any success friction-shifting an internal-geared hub? Yes yes, I know about potentially damaging the internals if you're not quite 'in-gear', but I'd really like to figure out a way to do t

[RBW] Re: Bleriot Frames FS

My Bleriot had slight bulging of the top-and-downtubes at the headtube junction, so I assume Peter White is referencing some deformation in that general area on Bleriot frames. Or not. Joe Bernard Vallejo, CA. On Friday, February 28, 2014 6:33:45 AM UTC-8, Michael wrote: > Anyone know what th

[RBW] Re: Evolution of your bike preference?

> > This should be a fun thread! > > I started out with normal kid's bikes in the 1970's that were mostly based on BMX designs. At some point my parents bought matching 3-speeds and one of my goals was to be able to ride my dad's "giant" bike. I did have one 10-speed my parents got at K-Mar

RE: [RBW] New Rear Racks

If you try to put one in your cart, “out of stock” message appears. Bummer. From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Brian Campbell Sent: Friday, February 28, 2014 12:32 PM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] New Rear Racks

[RBW] New Rear Racks

are in stock... http://www.rivbike.com/category-s/147.htm -- 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

Re: [RBW] New Albion Privateer - not the best face yet, but getting there

I've tried that before, but it's too much to keep track of. I have a tendency to get sucked down the as it is, and it's just too much temptation. On Friday, February 28, 2014 5:29:05 AM UTC-8, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > get the msgs delivered as email. I am reading this. I am reading this on a >

Re: [RBW] SoCal February S240 poll.

In view of the Noachian event occurring in SoCal I believe we can declare the first weeks of March "virtual February" and avoid dampening the prospect of one S24O/month for 2014. Best regards, Tom On Thursday, February 27, 2014 11:59:05 AM UTC-8, hsmitham wrote: > > Hey Guy's, > > Well I thin

[RBW] Re: Aeropress review, ride report, and cycling legends.

HA! Does it involve barrels of ice water? On Friday, February 28, 2014 10:07:56 AM UTC-7, Mike Schiller wrote: > > great post Brad. I remember Peter Post, he was a pretty good racer. > Sounds like you had a great day out on your new bike. > > and sometime, if we ever meet, I'll have to t

[RBW] Evolution of your bike preference?

Over the last couple weeks I have been fortunate to get out and ride each of the bikes in my stable. This offered some really surprising comparisons and conflicted some of my previous thoughts on each bike. My bikes are USA made and they're all steel, and I'm attached to all of them. They also

[RBW] Re: Aeropress review, ride report, and cycling legends.

great post Brad. I remember Peter Post, he was a pretty good racer. Sounds like you had a great day out on your new bike. and sometime, if we ever meet, I'll have to tell you a funny story about those Dutch Women's field hockey players! ~mike Carlsbad Ca. -- You received this messag

[RBW] Re: Bunyan Velo No. 4

Think of it as the cyclopublishing version of your LBS. If you don't spend some cash there, there won't be a there in the future. -- 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

[RBW] Re: OT-with minimal Riv content-I just want warm weather!!!

Beautiful shots of the falls! I love the ice islands, which I presume are juts of rock that are ice covered? With abandon, Patrick -- 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 fro

Re: [RBW] Re: Mini-Beam

I'm glad you posted, David--I was concerned that the auction didn't mention that this frame is made for 650b wheels, and I was worred that the buyer might not be aware. Since you're here, though, you probably know that! I have a 52cm 650Beam-great little bike..welcome to the club! Steve In its

Re: [RBW] A lugged steel boomerang? My Hillborne is back!

It helps knowing that everything is going to fit, since I've built this very frameset three or four times already On Friday, February 28, 2014 6:01:49 AM UTC-8, Tim Gavin wrote: > > 30 minutes! :) I know how that is; I do the same when I receive a > shipment of bike parts. Tear into them! >

[RBW] Re: OT-with minimal Riv content-I just want warm weather!!!

thanks for the photos - that's impressive On Friday, February 28, 2014 8:44:01 AM UTC-6, blakcloud wrote: > > Since I live in Toronto, having Rivendell ship me anything is > prohibitively expensive. What I do is have it sent to a receiving agent in > Niagara Falls on the American side and I driv

[RBW] Re: Can't wait for the temps to change..

I love s. Texas winters - it's when we get out. but Feb has been exceptionally nice - all our cold weather has been on weekdays, including this week, and every weekend had highs of 60 to 80, including this weekend. You can throw stuff, but you won't reach me here. On Friday, February 28, 20

[RBW] OT-with minimal Riv content-I just want warm weather!!!

Since I live in Toronto, having Rivendell ship me anything is prohibitively expensive. What I do is have it sent to a receiving agent in Niagara Falls on the American side and I drive down and pick it up. This time it was for a 12 cm Nitto stem for my Albatross bars and I bought a Mark's rack fo

Re: [RBW] Re: Ultra-cheap 65cm Redwood on the 'bay

I have. 65/66 really is my ideal size. 68 is probably too big. That is an intriguing offer though if it went for the opening bid, and he is offering to meet up to 200 miles, which makes it completely do-able for me to pick them up. David On Friday, February 28, 2014 8:14:41 AM UTC-6, Tim Gavin

[RBW] Re: Bleriot Frames FS

> > Anyone know what this means, and is it necessary? > > "mill the head tube and > fork crown with the Campagnolo cutters so a headset won't wear out in a > few > months" > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscr

Re: [RBW] Re: Ultra-cheap 65cm Redwood on the 'bay

David- You've seen this auction, right? Three XXL tall bikes, sold as one lot: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Tall-Huge-Big-XXL-XXXL-Rivendell-Panasonic-Cannondale-/151241231527?pt=US_Bicycles_Frames&hash=item2336ae0ca7 On Thu, Feb 27, 2014 at 7:31 PM, David Banzer wrote: > Unfortunately it didn't g

[RBW] Re: Reflection on S24O/Mo

Oh my, since I missed out on February, Mike's idea sounds like total brilliance. Chris Sanger, TX On Thursday, February 27, 2014 8:47:03 PM UTC-6, Mike Schiller wrote: > > my opinion is that if you miss one month double up the next month. Maybe > even get ahead and do two months with two trip

Re: [RBW] A lugged steel boomerang? My Hillborne is back!

30 minutes! :) I know how that is; I do the same when I receive a shipment of bike parts. Tear into them! Binge bike building! Congrats on the bike, and many happy returns! Tim On Thu, Feb 27, 2014 at 11:57 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote: > I must have been ready with my build kit. About 30 minu

[RBW] Re: Can't wait for the temps to change..

You must admire a man who will step up and take action... Best wishes for a great trip, Rusty, especially if a thorough report and photos are forthcoming. On Thursday, February 27, 2014 3:44:32 PM UTC-6, Rusty Click wrote: > > I've officially given up wishing for warmer weather to arrive. It h

Re: [RBW] A lugged steel boomerang? My Hillborne is back!

I love that run of orange, great color. On Feb 28, 2014 1:01 AM, "Evan" wrote: > Congratulations, Bill! Somehow your Sam looks best in that third picture > you posted. Must be the glow of reunion. Can't wait to see the build! > > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to th

[RBW] Re: Aeropress review, ride report, and cycling legends.

Philip, I first saw in on instagram, but here's the link... http://bradclick.bigcartel.com/ -- 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

Re: [RBW] New Albion Privateer - not the best face yet, but getting there

get the msgs delivered as email. I am reading this. I am reading this on a rooted nook simple touch and you don't get a much worse touch screen than this. K9 is my mail reader and opera mini the browser. Joe Bernard wrote: >Ain't *that* the truth. My attempts to do anything with it via >smartp

[RBW] Re: Riv Chica Warrior Custom: the Build!

Looks like a great build and I can't wait to see those bosco's on that frame. I've got a supernova E3 pro2 as well, for the past year and it's a good light. If you get a chance try to look at one of the latest B&M Cyo Premium's though... I got one back in October and the difference is amazing,

[RBW] Bleriot Frames FS

Sorry if there was any confusion. I posted this hastily when I saw it for the benefit of the group. The post appeared on a Google group called Bicycle Lifestyle that Peter White moderates. The original post is here: https://groups.google.com/forum/m/#!topic/bicyclelifestyle/Pgk94osMy7A For thos

[RBW] Re: Riv Riders group on Chicago Chainlink

On Thursday, February 27, 2014 5:44:25 AM UTC-5, Marc Irwin wrote: > > I just opened a Rivendell Riders group on the Chainlink bulletin board in > Chicago. I know there are a lot of Riv riders in the area from Grand > Rapids around the Lake to Milwaukee and it will hopefully give the area > p

Re: [RBW] New Albion Privateer - not the best face yet, but getting there

Ain't *that* the truth. My attempts to do anything with it via smartphone touchscreen have been maddening. Joe Bernard Vallejo, CA. On Thursday, February 27, 2014 6:01:59 PM UTC-8, Evan Baird wrote: > On a related note,Google groups is basically unusable without a mechanical > keyboard. --

[RBW] Re: Aeropress review, ride report, and cycling legends.

So cool! And I share a birthday with Peter Post. I've had a few great trailside (and cafe) bike geek-fests recently. They're very recharging. Do you have a link to the ACW mugs? I missed them somehow. Philip www.biketinker.com On Thursday, February 27, 2014 4:06:24 PM UTC-8, jinxed wrote: > >

[RBW] Re: Riv Chica Warrior Custom: the Build!

I LOVE the NeedL BlastR! Brian's name for it, by the way. It's going to be fun, Liesl. On Thursday, February 27, 2014 12:28:59 PM UTC-8, Liesl wrote: > > Hi Friends, the beginning is near; looks like Joe Bell will send the > custom frame to Riv around March 21. Zownds! > > Here's the build I've

[RBW] Bike Overnight Report: Battle Ground Lake (Clark County, WA), 25-26 Feb

Hello fine folk- The weather was good for these parts, and I had two days off, so I headed 'cross the river to Battle Ground Lake for a overnight bike camping trip. Full report on my blog: http://urbanadventureleague.wordpress.com/2014/02/28/bike-overnight-bglake-25-feb-2014/ yours, Shawn -- h