[RBW] FS: 2012 Rivendell 650B Sam Hillborne 48 cm. $2100

I bought this in late 2012. Ridden less than 500 miles since. We have a house with no garage, no basement, no shed -- so bikes everywhere. Something has to go (the children are already gone and the dog is not negotiable) and my wife is getting a new city bike (all the others are mine). The

[RBW] Re: On the subject of dt shifters, WTT/WTB:

Patrick, I have a set of Silver shifters set up as bar-ends that I'm willing to sell. Message me if off list if interested Thanks EJG On Friday, May 2, 2014 2:58:12 PM UTC-4, bertin753 wrote: > > I'm also interested in Silvers, Dia Comps, SunTours, and Shimano 600s as > well as Retrofrictions

[RBW] Re: Woody's Chop Chort 2.5" Fenders

Very elegant solution! As you said, "Maavalus!" I hope you don't mind is I order my own set in a different wood, but nothing as "Maavalus" as your own. Cheers, John On Saturday, April 26, 2014 2:27:14 PM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Here is the fender solution I worked out with Co

Re: [RBW] Some ideas on bike theft and retrieval (Here's how to get your stolen bike back in S.F.)

Sore subject, my Salsa hasn't turned up. I take pics of all my serial numbers: http://inlandempire.craigslist.org/bik/4374823920.html Hasn't done much good so far... As for garage doors, I left mine open while I was in the house, but to help secure the garage when it's closed, remove the cord handl

Re: [RBW] Some ideas on bike theft and retrieval (Here's how to get your stolen bike back in S.F.)

The only record of my S/N is the tag that came on the frame when I got the bike. Which is a pretty cool tag. On Sat, May 3, 2014 at 9:20 PM, Tom Virgil wrote: > From > sfgate. > Th

[RBW] Some ideas on bike theft and retrieval (Here's how to get your stolen bike back in S.F.)

>From >sfgate. > The article has some reasonable ideas. The comments are chaotic so please don't be discouraged by them. It made me think. Do I even know or have I recorded the bic

Re: [RBW] Re: Asymmetrical tire wear

Curtis, I think the fact that this is only a section of the tire vs. the entire circumference is the bigger question. Along with wheel trueness, maybe check to be sure that portion of the bead seated fully on the rim. Maybe it's not fully seated on that 1/3 of the tire. If that's good, and the whee

Re: [RBW] Re: Ride Report: 11-Mile Canyon backroads

Hear Hear! On Sat, May 3, 2014 at 6:46 PM, dougP wrote: > Should anyone ask "Why do ride a bike?", this photo essay explains it > all. Thanks for taking the time to post. > > dougP > > > On Saturday, May 3, 2014 4:16:54 PM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote: >> >> My friend Steve picked me up and hau

[RBW] 30daysofbiking

Thank you, Eunice, that was beautiful. Philip www.biketinker.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-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.

Re: [RBW] My first Riv and a general introduction

That clamp-on cable stop was an unfortunete forced decision based on the owners desire for centre-pull brakes. If the built-in cable stops were used, the brake housing would essentially prevent the rider from turning more than a few degrees in either direction before the brake cable would but u

[RBW] Re: On-bike tools: what is your choice or favorite?

If you have a broken link you need the chain tool to remove the pin(s) before you can even install a power link. It's not something I pack on the road (where power links usually wear out first), but offroad, there are more things that can hit your chain and produce a random failure. On Frida

[RBW] Re: Ride Report: 11-Mile Canyon backroads

Should anyone ask "Why do ride a bike?", this photo essay explains it all. Thanks for taking the time to post. dougP On Saturday, May 3, 2014 4:16:54 PM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > My friend Steve picked me up and hauled us both to Lake George, from > whence we headed south a wee bit on

Re: [RBW] Re: Gloves that offer sun protection and are comfortable to wear in hot summer weather?

A'la Karl Lagerfeld! On Sat, May 3, 2014 at 11:23 AM, Zack wrote: > z-cote works well, i agree. i have spent my life researching and testing > different sunscreens. ahah. they all still rub off under clothing and > sweat. for most people this is prob no big deal, but for me, if i even > hav

[RBW] Re: Asymmetrical tire wear

Wow, I've never seen a bike tire wear like that. On a car it happens due to misalignment. Besides the other ideas, perhaps one of your rear dropouts got bent and the wheel is canted slightly? ~mike Carlsbad Ca. On Saturday, May 3, 2014 7:42:19 AM UTC-7, Curtis wrote: > > Hi, > > Just wonder

[RBW] Re: Gloves that offer sun protection and are comfortable to wear in hot summer weather?

Zack, I've found that I was putting sunscreen on improperly, ie too soon before going out or physical activity. I am dead fair and red haired and spend my summers biking(pretty bad uv exposure) and sailing(horrific uv combined with wind burn). I know its not always convenient but I now use a r

[RBW] Re: Hip Replacement (not much Riv content)

Hey Bob, It sounds like you have a great outlook post-op. I had a double knee replacement in 2010 and have been ecstatic ever since. I did a Southern Tier ride in 2011, and although I set my goals for a rather unrealistic daily mileage, I still had an awesome time on the ride. I'm currently tra

[RBW] Ride Report: 11-Mile Canyon backroads

My friend Steve picked me up and hauled us both to Lake George, from whence we headed south a wee bit on paved roads before turning right onto dirt, right past the fee area that doesn't charge cyclists! That's my kind of fee area. Grin. Steady, easy climbing through amazing granite canyon carve

Re: [RBW] Re: Gloves that offer sun protection and are comfortable to wear in hot summer weather?

My fairer-skinned-than-you, bald father loved to sit outside in the noonday equatorial sun, shirtless, hatless, sun-screen-less, at 5,000+ feet no less, for several hours at a time, in full summer (December; 90 miles south of the equator), and lived to 80 with no skin problems. My own personal ski

[RBW] Re: Gloves that offer sun protection and are comfortable to wear in hot summer weather?

My 2 pennies, then I'm out. Any nylon or polyester fabric(non mesh) glove is going to shield you from the sun's rays. Before all thus UV "awareness" came about, people did just fine with regular clothing . I believe "uv" clothing is really about a marketing niche, and the marketing is doin

[RBW] Re: Gloves that offer sun protection and are comfortable to wear in hot summer weather?

A totally different approach: Our whole family is far less sensitive to sun and rarely burns anymore since we stopped eating grains and industrial oils. If I'm out in the sun all day I'll cover up with hat and long sleeve shirt after a few hours of peak time (getting the good natural vitamin D),

[RBW] Re: Hip Replacement (not much Riv content)

A buddy of mine had both hips and a shoulder replaced in the past two years. He just placed 10th in his first ever MTB race and has a much more positive outlook on life with the pain gone. Recovery can lead to great things! -J -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Goo

[RBW] Re: Gloves that offer sun protection and are comfortable to wear in hot summer weather?

I had the same issue with the Riv summer gloves- my hands got burned pretty badly. I tried a few pair of the big name brand gloves and they didn't work. I finally went to a few big stores with a wide selection and just picked the ones with the best coverage- a pair of Performance summer gloves.

[RBW] Re: Hip Replacement (not much Riv content)

hip hip hooray. Now tell me how to have an afordable midwinter cycling vacation in Hi. Michael Westford, Vt On Saturday, May 3, 2014 12:42:32 AM UTC-4, Statrixbob wrote: > > As an owner of both a QB and Hunq (there's the riv content), I am > completely relieved that my left hip replacement wen

[RBW] Re: Gloves that offer sun protection and are comfortable to wear in hot summer weather?

I have an older version of these Fly Fishing Sun Gloves from Patagonia: http://www.patagonia.com/us/product/technical-sun-gloves?p=81730-0 Mine are light, not too hot, and definitely protect my hands from UV rays. Caveat - I've never been one to wear padded gloves. If you prefer some protec

[RBW] Re: 30daysofbiking

Well now I'm crying in my backyard. Thank you. A little emotional release does the body good. -J -- 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

[RBW] Re: Hip Replacement (not much Riv content)

Bob: Several of my buds have had various joints replaced (yea, I hang with an older crowd) and hips seem one of the least problematic and quickest recovery. I'm sure you'll be back on Rivs soon & sending us photos. PT is the key. Got a spare Brooks you can slap on the stationary? Now there'

[RBW] Re: Asymmetrical tire wear

Curtis: Drive side or off-side? Unless it's the lighting, it looks like the entire load has been on half the tire (give or take). When the tread is worn this far, the tire is worn out (or get ready to fix a lot of flats). I'm a bit lighter & regularly get over 5,000 miles out of a Schwalbe.

[RBW] Re: Gloves that offer sun protection and are comfortable to wear in hot summer weather?

z-cote works well, i agree. i have spent my life researching and testing different sunscreens. ahah. they all still rub off under clothing and sweat. for most people this is prob no big deal, but for me, if i even have a small area where the sunscreen washes away, and it's exposed for a lit

[RBW] Re: Gloves that offer sun protection and are comfortable to wear in hot summer weather?

I venture to say finding a better suncreen may be easier than finding the right gloves, as glove fit and feel is so very subjective. I use Dermatone with Z-Cote transparent zinc oxide in the little tin for my nose, and it does not cease working no matter how much I sweat ! They also sell it

Re: [RBW] Re: Geometry, climbing, what's going on?

On Friday, April 25, 2014 9:42:01 PM UTC-7, Anne Paulson wrote: > > I've read that the gyroscope effect is not relevant for bikes-- didn't > someone build an anti-gyro bike, with a second wheel spinning in the > opposite direction, and discover that it was easy to steer? > Neither gyro nor trail

[RBW] Re: Hip Replacement (not much Riv content)

Bob, Thanks for the update and I'm sure that the progress will have you walking around better than before. Really great to hear the stationary biking went well and that bodes well for a hasty return to the Riv's. Look forward to the "cyclomentaries" Thanks for the acknowledgement Chris. ~Hugh

Re: [RBW] Re: Conti Tour Ride 650B x 54

Just checked my set: 54 - 584 ( 26 x 2 x 1 1/2) on the casing. > On May 3, 2014, at 3:38 AM, Coconutbill wrote: > > Out of curiousity, how is the 54mm version labeled? > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To unsubsc

[RBW] Re: 30daysofbiking

My Dear Eunice, Last night my wife and I slowed down from the days activities and read your account of biking 30 days. I must say it was the appropriate prescription to end one's day and close out the month of April. You have elevated the ride report to a new level and again confirm my notion t

[RBW] Gloves that offer sun protection and are comfortable to wear in hot summer weather?

Hey all - Need to get a new pair of bike gloves, and am wondering if there are any riders out there who are also sensitive to the sun who have found good/protective/comfortable gloves to wear in the hot summer months - I have always just used the riv summer gloves, but find that wearing them r

[RBW] Re: Conti Tour Ride 650B x 54

On Saturday, May 3, 2014 3:38:41 AM UTC-7, Coconutbill wrote: > > Out of curiousity, how is the 54mm version labeled? > > Tire casing says 584x54. I have them on my Bombadil. I am pleased with how well they roll on the road, and they have adequate traction for off road. Hard to beat the price, t

[RBW] Re: Asymmetrical tire wear

I've used the same tire for loaded touring and have put upwards of 7000km on each Marathon Plus rear tire. At 2000km the tire looked practically new. But, it does seem like a defect in the tire as if it was a tracking issue the tire would be wearing badly all round and the bike would be hard

[RBW] Re: Asymmetrical tire wear

I would expect 4k or more from these tires. Will check the wheel for true. On Saturday, May 3, 2014, Deacon Patrick wrote: > Then my informed but no direct experience with this wonders if it is a > wheel out of true, a deformity in the tire, or something similar. 2k ain't > long for a Schwalbe,

[RBW] Re: Asymmetrical tire wear

Then my informed but no direct experience with this wonders if it is a wheel out of true, a deformity in the tire, or something similar. 2k ain't long for a Schwalbe, so something is off. I would check the true of the wheel first. With abandon, Patrick On Saturday, May 3, 2014 9:47:25 AM UTC-6

[RBW] Re: Asymmetrical tire wear

2000 miles may be close to the life limit. Maybe the rubber is separating from the casing. On Saturday, May 3, 2014 10:47:25 AM UTC-5, Curtis wrote: > > > Patrick, > > Thanks for the reply and excellent question. The tire is not wearing the > same all the way round. About one third or a littl

[RBW] Re: Asymmetrical tire wear

Patrick, Thanks for the reply and excellent question. The tire is not wearing the same all the way round. About one third or a little more is very worn, to the point I think I need a new tire. The wear tapers to little ware for the rest of the tire. Curtis On Saturday, May 3, 2014, Deacon Patri

[RBW] Re: Asymmetrical tire wear

Curtis, runners who only run roads will often get issues with hips and legs due to the drainage slope of the road and they are always running with their left leg on the uphill side. Same would be true of bikes. So that may be a factor, but no idea how large. I doubt the front load weight more th

[RBW] Asymmetrical tire wear

Hi, Just wondering if the group has a thought on the perceived unusual tire wear I am seeing on my rear tire. The tire is a 38mm Schwalbe marathon and is on the back of my AHH. It has about 2000 miles on it. The front looks like the day it was installed. Used as a daily commuter the bike has mos

[RBW] Re: 30daysofbiking

Thank you so much Eunice. Yours is a beautiful commentary that reminds me to live every day fully and take nothing for granted. I shared on Facebook. Joe in Colorado On Thursday, May 1, 2014 7:10:32 PM UTC-6, Eunice Chang wrote: > > I thought I'd share my experiences on 30 days of biking last

Re: [RBW] Hip Replacement (not much Riv content)

Very glad the surgery seems to have been successful. Best wishes for a speedy recovery. Patrick Moore iPhone > On May 2, 2014, at 10:42 PM, "Robert F. Harrison" > wrote: > > As an owner of both a QB and Hunq (there's the riv content), I am completely > relieved that my left hip replacement w

[RBW] Re: Heart's broken, Hunq headbadge fell off.

I have lost one screw on my custom frame. Does anyone happen to know if there is a replacement in the greater world? Else I will call Rivendell Headquarters for assistance. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] 30daysofbiking

What wonderful encouragement, thanks! Chris Johnson Sanger, TX -- 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

[RBW] Hip Replacement (not much Riv content)

Bob, great to hear things are progressing well! Hopefully this procedure will improve you quality of life, and that you are more patient than me with these kinds of interruptions. I'm looking forward to more "cyclomentaries" (Hugh's word) from the islands. -- You received this message becaus

[RBW] Re: Conti Tour Ride 650B x 54

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[RBW] Re: Hip Replacement (not much Riv content)

Bob, newly hip in Honolulu! Grin. May you heal well and rapidly! You are in my prayers. 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 from it, send an email

[RBW] Re: 30daysofbiking

Hi Eunice, It was beautifully done, passionate and moving. Thank you so much. On Thursday, May 1, 2014 6:10:32 PM UTC-7, Eunice Chang wrote: > > I thought I'd share my experiences on 30 days of biking last month here: > > https://sleepyneko.exposure.co/30-days-of-biking > > Warning: it's kind of