[RBW] Re: 56cm or 58cm Atlantis

2016-04-18 Thread drew
ok so now there is a 58cm on my local craigslist. im about 5'10 with an 85 pbh. too big? wishful thinking? -- 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] Re: PSA: 58cm Atlantis on Los Angeles Craigslist

2016-04-18 Thread drew
considering 5'10ish with a 85pbh. is this too big? its right down the street from my old house. -- 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-own

[RBW] Re: FS: V.O, Pletscher, Grandsfors Bruks, E-Werk, Pitlocks, Shimano, Park Tools

2016-04-18 Thread Mike in WA
I will remove items from the imgur album rather than updating here on sold items. Thanks all! -- Mike On Monday, April 18, 2016 at 10:02:48 PM UTC-7, Mike in WA wrote: > > Cleaning out the parts bin and garage with a medley of decent stuff. All > items will be shipped at cost and payments to be

[RBW] FS: V.O, Pletscher, Grandsfors Bruks, E-Werk, Pitlocks, Shimano, Park Tools

2016-04-18 Thread Mike in WA
Cleaning out the parts bin and garage with a medley of decent stuff. All items will be shipped at cost and payments to be made by PayPal to weborders1...@gmail.com. Please message me off-list if you're interested. Here's what I've got, with pictures here: - Velo O

[RBW] Annoying unwanted commentary/advice while riding a Rivendell.

2016-04-18 Thread Joe Bernard
I realize most Rivsters aspire to a higher calling of peace, but I'm not that guy. My response: "In what world does it make sense to you to talk shit about my bike? Go ahead, I'll wait." I'll put some effort into suffering fools gladly. Morons get no such grace. -- You received this message

[RBW] PSA: 58cm Atlantis on Los Angeles Craigslist

2016-04-18 Thread sameness
Seems like someone posts a WTB for one of these twice a month. Can't tell enough about the build from the pics, but hey: It's a 58cm Atlantis. https://losangeles.craigslist.org/lac/bik/5545497101.html Not mine, no affiliation, please buy it before Saturday morning when I'm on the east side, et

Re: [RBW] Honjo's for Homer!

2016-04-18 Thread Preston Smith
This is helpful! Sounds like the 50mm fender should fit. Thanks all! -- 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

[RBW] Re: Annoying unwanted commentary/advice while riding a Rivendell.

2016-04-18 Thread sameness
My New Year's resolution back in '03 was to stop caring about what assholes think. It's the only resolution I've ever kept. Jeff Hagedorn Los Angeles, CA USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group an

Re: [RBW] Annoying unwanted commentary/advice while riding a Rivendell.

2016-04-18 Thread Patrick Moore
My Rivendells always get "That's a cool bike!" reactions, here in ABQ. If I were in your situation, I'd have told the idiot, "You must be new to cycling" or "Is your name Fred?" On Mon, Apr 18, 2016 at 7:42 PM, Julian wrote: > I was out on my Rambouillet on a club ride on Sunday (a near perfect

[RBW] Re: Annoying unwanted commentary/advice while riding a Rivendell.

2016-04-18 Thread dstein
Whatever, just smile and nod and keep on pedaling. Hopefully by 'rode away from him' that means you sped off in front of him, if not it doesn't even matter. I often get people commenting on my rivendell and similar bikes, i generally think they're positive but there's this weird west coast passi

[RBW] Re: Annoying unwanted commentary/advice while riding a Rivendell.

2016-04-18 Thread Don Compton
Julian, Don't take stuff like that too seriously. I used to hear that crap and the assh$#les would get real quiet when I passed them up a hill. At 64 and a bad back, I stay away from long, hilly rides, but I still ride my Riv. Rivs are not racing bikes, but they are bikes for those of us that l

[RBW] Re: Annoying unwanted commentary/advice while riding a Rivendell.

2016-04-18 Thread BSWP
My '98 LongLow seems to attract people looking for mustard... specifically, Grey Poupon. I have no idea why. - 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 i

Re: [RBW] Annoying unwanted commentary/advice while riding a Rivendell.

2016-04-18 Thread cyclotourist
So there's always this: https://youtu.be/GpwxdvuOMQA?t=1m22s On Mon, Apr 18, 2016 at 7:06 PM, dougP wrote: > "So why would you be interested in my old steel tank?" > > Dougp > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To unsubs

Re: [RBW] Atlantis ride report - "executive racing"

2016-04-18 Thread tim.cl...@nike.com
Diggin the story Mark! Inching toward the executive category myself. i want to experience the ride rather than merely endure! Tim C PDX -- 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

Re: [RBW] Annoying unwanted commentary/advice while riding a Rivendell.

2016-04-18 Thread dougP
"So why would you be interested in my old steel tank?" Dougp -- 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] Leather saddle bleed

2016-04-18 Thread Joe Bernard
180. If this is your first foray into non-foam-filled saddles, be prepared for *everything* feeling too hard at first. That's just the way it is until your body adapts to the saddle. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsub

Re: [RBW] Annoying unwanted commentary/advice while riding a Rivendell.

2016-04-18 Thread Steve Palincsar
On 04/18/2016 09:42 PM, Julian wrote: I was out on my Rambouillet on a club ride on Sunday (a near perfect spring day -- sun, blue skies, temps in upper 70's, little wind), enjoying the day and the company for the most part, until a fellow I do not really know (those who know me consider the

[RBW] Re: Annoying unwanted commentary/advice while riding a Rivendell.

2016-04-18 Thread Deacon Patrick
Breath is wasted on ignorant arrogance like that. Ignore him. With abandon, Patrick On Monday, April 18, 2016 at 7:42:39 PM UTC-6, Julian wrote: > > > I get this sort of thing from time to time, but usually really minimal > compared to this joker. How do you respond? > -- You received this me

[RBW] Annoying unwanted commentary/advice while riding a Rivendell.

2016-04-18 Thread Julian
I was out on my Rambouillet on a club ride on Sunday (a near perfect spring day -- sun, blue skies, temps in upper 70's, little wind), enjoying the day and the company for the most part, until a fellow I do not really know (those who know me consider the Ram comparatively normal for me!) rode u

Re: [RBW] Leather saddle bleed

2016-04-18 Thread A CT Cyclist
Hope this isn't too personal but how much do you guys weigh. Also I tried a Cambium today it was too hard for me. On Mon, Apr 18, 2016 at 8:43 PM, Joe Bernard wrote: > Seconding what Ron said, my Select is noticeably more comfortable than a > Special and Regular I own (with the disclaimer that t

[RBW] Re: New bar tape = new energy

2016-04-18 Thread Don Compton
In all seriousness, Your bike is a keeper. looks like a great fit. On Sunday, April 17, 2016 at 2:24:51 PM UTC-7, Esteban wrote: > > Every now and then, I consider selling my '99 Joe/Joe Riv Road custom with > S&S couplers… Then I go for a ride on it and I say to myself: never! > > New bar tape

Re: [RBW] Leather saddle bleed

2016-04-18 Thread Joe Bernard
Seconding what Ron said, my Select is noticeably more comfortable than a Special and Regular I own (with the disclaimer that they're all pretty great). One thing I found interesting is that it was very good right out of the box, which is a big deal for me because I'm not a high mileage rider. If

[RBW] Re: New bar tape = new energy

2016-04-18 Thread Don Compton
Sometimes when I wash my car it feels like the ride is better. On Sunday, April 17, 2016 at 2:24:51 PM UTC-7, Esteban wrote: > > Every now and then, I consider selling my '99 Joe/Joe Riv Road custom with > S&S couplers… Then I go for a ride on it and I say to myself: never! > > New bar tape goes

[RBW] FS Phil Wood Rivy wheel set (650b)

2016-04-18 Thread Justin Schoop
Any photos? How many miles? -- 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

Re: [RBW] Leather saddle bleed

2016-04-18 Thread Ron Mc
I will never buy any Brooks other than Select ever again. While I have over 2000 mi on mine, it was no chore to break in. After 2000 mi, it has no undue stretch or sag, no need to tighten the stretch bolt. The last Special I bought, it was already showing the shape of the underlying frame af

Re: [RBW] Leather saddle bleed

2016-04-18 Thread A CT Cyclist
Ok spelling error, but I think you know what I meant, context and all. I know that the select isn't dyed that's why I'm considering it. Has anyone tried a Select? Is the leather hard to break in. How about the honey colored saddles, do they bleed as much as the black saddles? On Apr 18, 2016 7:26

Re: [RBW] Leather saddle bleed

2016-04-18 Thread Steve Palincsar
On 04/18/2016 07:07 PM, A CT Cyclist wrote: Just wondering if anyone had any experience with saddle dye coming off onto light colored pants/shorts? More specifically does anyone have a remedy other than avoiding light colored pants/shorts? I love the look of the Brooks select saddles but I'm

[RBW] Leather saddle bleed

2016-04-18 Thread Joe Bernard
Selects are undyed. They end up looking honey-ish after a couple months. -- 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...@google

[RBW] Re: Low-Profile Canti Recommendation.

2016-04-18 Thread Julian
If anyone is looking for a bike's worth of CX-70s I'll make a deal -- one wheel's worth with some use, one wheel's worth essentially new. $60 for all shipped in CONUS. If interested, reply off list. Thanks, Julian Westerhout Bloomington, IL -- You received this message because you are subs

[RBW] Leather saddle bleed

2016-04-18 Thread A CT Cyclist
Just wondering if anyone had any experience with saddle dye coming off onto light colored pants/shorts? More specifically does anyone have a remedy other than avoiding light colored pants/shorts? I love the look of the Brooks select saddles but I'm weary of the extra thick hide. -- You receive

[RBW] Re: FS: 1982 Medici Pro Strada, 62cm (Poor Man's Roadeo)?

2016-04-18 Thread Jim M.
But what will you ride for next year's Eroica? jim m wc ca On Monday, April 18, 2016 at 2:39:29 PM UTC-7, Jeremy Till wrote: > > One minor thing to note: when I replaced the headset, the crown race was a > loose fit, so I used Loctite 640 to secure it in place. So far, aside from > needing one

[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto Saddlebag Grip and Nitto R-15 Rear Rack

2016-04-18 Thread Michael Ullmer
R-15 Sold as well, thanks all! I've also got a waxed canvas rain cape from the Center for Appropriate Transport in Oregon that I'm hoping to sell. More info on my CL post http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/bop/5544262067.html Listed price ($100) includes CONUS shipping for list members. On Mon

[RBW] Re: FS: 1982 Medici Pro Strada, 62cm (Poor Man's Roadeo)?

2016-04-18 Thread Jeremy Till
One minor thing to note: when I replaced the headset, the crown race was a loose fit, so I used Loctite 640 to secure it in place. So far, aside from needing one minor adjustment after a couple hundred miles, no headset problems. On Monday, April 18, 2016 at 2:30:34 PM UTC-7, Jeremy Till wro

[RBW] FS: 1982 Medici Pro Strada, 62cm (Poor Man's Roadeo)?

2016-04-18 Thread Jeremy Till
Hey Folks- I'm selling my Eroica bike, a 62cm 1982 Medici Pro Strada. It's a great bike, a vintage steel racer with all of the things that modern racing bikes have lost: tire clearance, ability to raise the bars, smooth ride, and simplicity. With the Technomic and Noodles, it does feel like a

Re: [RBW] Rivendell, A. Homer Hilsen - $3200

2016-04-18 Thread Jim Bronson
That is one of the prettiest used Rivs I have seen. On Mon, Apr 18, 2016 at 12:54 PM, Monique Arsenault < bellinghamhomeopa...@gmail.com> wrote: > A.H.H. came out in the summer of 2006. Serial number 0069. Nitto drop > handlebars & stem. Shimano break levers, Tektro R556 sidepulls front & > back.

[RBW] Re: 2006 A.Homer Hilsen for sale. Serial No. 0069

2016-04-18 Thread dougP
Nah, just thought those were important bits of info. N+1 would have to be a lot different than the Atlantis. doug On Monday, April 18, 2016 at 10:56:52 AM UTC-7, Hugh Smitham wrote: > > Not a bad price and a really nice build. Doug you thinking about n+1? > > On Monday, April 18, 2016 at 7:12:2

Re: [RBW] Atlantis ride report - "executive racing"

2016-04-18 Thread Bill Lindsay
Another way to word Doug P's response is: Your 45km ride took longer to complete than the 70km racing route? That means YOU WIN! Executive course racers always win! On Monday, April 18, 2016 at 12:50:19 PM UTC-7, dougP wrote: > > "Our 45km ride took longer to complete than the 70km racing rout

Re: [RBW] Atlantis ride report - "executive racing"

2016-04-18 Thread dougP
"Our 45km ride took longer to complete than the 70km racing route, hah!" Ah, but who had more fun? I like the way you spend your off the bike time. You guys have the right idea. dougP On Monday, April 18, 2016 at 9:51:57 AM UTC-7, Mark Reimer wrote: > > Our 'peloton' was five riders deep. Our

[RBW] Rivendell, A. Homer Hilsen - $3200

2016-04-18 Thread Joe Bernard
I can't emphasize enough how wonderful these frames are. I sold one in this size a couple years ago in a fit of "man, I sure could use the money", and this was not a good plan. If you fit it and have the cash, don't wait. Buy it now! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to th

Re: [RBW] Re: Better late than never.

2016-04-18 Thread dougP
"... buy the Kona 1" threadless rigid fork. Gonna get those bars up and use a Jones bar. " That makes a lot more sense than all the messing around I did. The angel on the Jones bars seems quite natural & comfortable. Look forward to seeing the finished project. doug On Monday, April 18, 201

Re: [RBW] Re: Better late than never.

2016-04-18 Thread Hugh Smitham
Thanks Doug and Bob! Bob, my plan is to eventually go tubeless. I have a brand new pl23 ready to build but need a WI m15 hub. Priorities at the moment are about getting my old MTB running again and trying out my new bike packing luggage. And Doug I decided to buy the Kona 1" threadless rigid fork

[RBW] Re: Ride report: Bethany Beach, DE

2016-04-18 Thread WETH
Steve, glad you got out for a ride. The weather really was perfect this weekend. Today isn't bad either! Bob, yes the winds go with the territory of coastal rides. They make up for the lack of hills! On Sunday, April 17, 2016 at 6:10:11 PM UTC-4, islaysteve wrote: > > Erl, Thanks for the repo

Re: [RBW] Re: Atlantis ride report - "executive racing"

2016-04-18 Thread René Sterental
Excellent story! On Mon, Apr 18, 2016 at 11:30 AM, Hugh Smitham wrote: > Dude, well done! I like the way you Canadians roll. > > ~Hugh > > On Monday, April 18, 2016 at 9:43:57 AM UTC-7, Mark Reimer wrote: >> >> For the past seven years my riding friends and I gather together on a >> weekend in A

[RBW] Re: Atlantis ride report - "executive racing"

2016-04-18 Thread Hugh Smitham
Dude, well done! I like the way you Canadians roll. ~Hugh On Monday, April 18, 2016 at 9:43:57 AM UTC-7, Mark Reimer wrote: > > For the past seven years my riding friends and I gather together on a > weekend in April for the first 'race' of the year. This is an off the grid, > between friends k

[RBW] Re: MUSA Shorts: Discontinued or on Hiatus?

2016-04-18 Thread Bill Lindsay
Email Spencer. Spencer at rivbike dot com On Monday, April 18, 2016 at 7:07:50 AM UTC-7, Brian Campbell wrote: > > Are the MUSA shorts on hiatus or are they being discontinued? I was > looking for a set in size medium on the RIV site and they have not been > restocked for quite a while. > --

[RBW] Re: 2006 A.Homer Hilsen for sale. Serial No. 0069

2016-04-18 Thread Hugh Smitham
Not a bad price and a really nice build. Doug you thinking about n+1? On Monday, April 18, 2016 at 7:12:21 AM UTC-7, dougP wrote: > > Size & price? > > Dougp > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group a

Re: [RBW] Honjo's for Homer!

2016-04-18 Thread Michael Hechmer
I managed to squeeze VO 60 mm fenders underneath Paul's Racers on the tandem, but I had enough space available beneath the crown to drop the fenders down into the very fattest part of the brake. Good brakes, but I switched to cantis to make full use of the frames dimensions. Michael On Monday

[RBW] Re: MUSA Shorts: Discontinued or on Hiatus?

2016-04-18 Thread Ron Mc
good job, I'll never need a medium. On Monday, April 18, 2016 at 12:03:06 PM UTC-5, Brian Campbell wrote: > > Yeah, they do last forever. I bought mine 6 or so years ago and they still > work great. The issue is that I have lost about 25lbs since then and the > large size I have are too big. N

Re: [RBW] Honjo's for Homer!

2016-04-18 Thread René Sterental
I'm planning to do the same for extra clearance, although not sure I'll go up to the 38mm tires. Currently running the Compass 35mm tires (Bon Jon Pass?) I just measured with my calipers and since the edges of the Honjos should line up just below the fork's lug, it should be fine. The clearance be

[RBW] Re: Large Swift Ozette

2016-04-18 Thread Frank Conway
Sold. Thanks to those who responded. Frank -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this g

[RBW] Re: Large Swift Ozette

2016-04-18 Thread Frank Conway
Sale is pending. Thanks, Frank -- 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] FS Phil Wood Rivy wheel set (650b)

2016-04-18 Thread Trevor saxton
Up for sale is a barely used wheelet as follows 32h front and rear Phil Wood Rivy hubs laced to velocity synergy 650b rims - rear is Rich built, front is professionally done locally. Will include a set of swalbe 42mm tires and a 6sp Regina freewheel 14-32 t. Classy addition to any Riv commu

[RBW] Re: MUSA Shorts: Discontinued or on Hiatus?

2016-04-18 Thread Brian Campbell
Yeah, they do last forever. I bought mine 6 or so years ago and they still work great. The issue is that I have lost about 25lbs since then and the large size I have are too big. Now I need a medium. On Monday, April 18, 2016 at 11:50:13 AM UTC-4, Ron Mc wrote: > > I like all the MUSA pants - k

Re: [RBW] Atlantis ride report - "executive racing"

2016-04-18 Thread Patrick Moore
Even better! On Mon, Apr 18, 2016 at 10:51 AM, Mark Reimer wrote: > Our 'peloton' was five riders deep. Our 45km ride took longer to complete > than the 70km racing route, hah! > > On Mon, Apr 18, 2016 at 11:49 AM, Patrick Moore > wrote: > >> That sounds like my sort of race. How many people sh

Re: [RBW] Re: FS : 60cm SimpleOne / Multi-Speedable / Clear Powdercoat F/F/HS/BB/Wheels/Fenders

2016-04-18 Thread Patrick Moore
"S" -- I'm afraid I'm not in the market, already having 3 fixies and riding a 57 or 58 in Rivendell sizing, but I'm very interested in your mods to accommodate sometime derailleur drivetrains. I'm presently chewing over multispeed possibilities for my Dave 'n' Chauncey-modified 2003 Curt built Roa

[RBW] Re: Atlantis ride report - "executive racing"

2016-04-18 Thread WETH
Mark, That looks like a blast! Thanks for the write-up and photos. That is a nice tradition you and your friends have. Erl On Monday, April 18, 2016 at 12:43:57 PM UTC-4, Mark Reimer wrote: > > For the past seven years my riding friends and I gather together on a > weekend in April for the fir

Re: [RBW] Atlantis ride report - "executive racing"

2016-04-18 Thread Mark Reimer
Our 'peloton' was five riders deep. Our 45km ride took longer to complete than the 70km racing route, hah! On Mon, Apr 18, 2016 at 11:49 AM, Patrick Moore wrote: > That sounds like my sort of race. How many people shared those 2 bottles? > > On Mon, Apr 18, 2016 at 10:43 AM, Mark Reimer > wrote

[RBW] Re: 2006 A.Homer Hilsen for sale. Serial No. 0069

2016-04-18 Thread Belopsky
54cm $3200. on bellingham wa craiglsist -- 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

Re: [RBW] Atlantis ride report - "executive racing"

2016-04-18 Thread Patrick Moore
That sounds like my sort of race. How many people shared those 2 bottles? On Mon, Apr 18, 2016 at 10:43 AM, Mark Reimer wrote: > For the past seven years my riding friends and I gather together on a > weekend in April for the first 'race' of the year. This is an off the grid, > between friends k

[RBW] Atlantis ride report - "executive racing"

2016-04-18 Thread Mark Reimer
For the past seven years my riding friends and I gather together on a weekend in April for the first 'race' of the year. This is an off the grid, between friends kinda race. All on gravel country roads, 70-80km long, with a very low-key vibe. Some people show up on race bikes and smash the ride

Re: [RBW] New bar tape = new energy

2016-04-18 Thread Patrick Moore
Nice bike! I'd keep it. I have the same scruples every so often about my '99 gofast, also lacking (by request and by design) any braze ons whatsoever except for dt bottle cage bosses. But then I get on and ride it and my doubts cease. And, btw, having 28 mm (actual) 559 bsd Elk Passes on it instead

Re: [RBW] Re: Ice Wax for chain lube

2016-04-18 Thread Patrick Moore
Thanks, once a month is no trouble. I will try Ice Wax once I've used up my 2 oz bottle of Orange Seal. BTW: I did try chain oil, and man, does it ever lube! But it is also impossible to remove from the outside of the chain, so that the outside of the chain picks up a lot of dirt, and we live and

[RBW] Re: Large Swift Ozette

2016-04-18 Thread Frank Conway
Oops, I had written them down and forgot to put them in the post. It is approximately 9.25"H x 9"D x 11"W. -- 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] Re: FS : 60cm SimpleOne / Multi-Speedable / Clear Powdercoat F/F/HS/BB/Wheels/Fenders

2016-04-18 Thread S. Greco
$1250 On Monday, April 11, 2016 at 12:06:23 PM UTC-4, S. Greco wrote: > > Regretfully listing this bike for sale. > Too many projects backing up and I feel I've spent enough quality time > with this one. > A real sleeper and an excellent bike for someone who likes to tinker. > > >

[RBW] FS: 64cm Atlantis, double top tube

2016-04-18 Thread Michael Williams
hey group, Up for sale is a 64cm Atlantis, 2 top tubes, ~ 18months young! The bike is just a bit too big. Asking $1450 for frame/ fork. Buyer pays for packing/ shipping. If at all interested, message me off list please! Thanks! -Mike -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Springtime Sam

2016-04-18 Thread kielsun
Hi All-- New member here. Thought I'd share a few reflections and a couple of pictures from my ride yesterday in northern Baltimore County, MD. After moving to Baltimore City from Los Angeles in the summer of 2005, I quickly adopted Prettyboy Reservoir, which provides water to the City but is

[RBW] Re: Large Swift Ozette

2016-04-18 Thread Mark Reimer
Frank, can you share the dimensions? I have a large ozette but this looks bigger than mine. I know they used to make a really large version a while back, which I've always wanted instead. I'm wondering if this might be one.. On Monday, April 18, 2016 at 10:54:53 AM UTC-5, Frank Conway wrote: > >

[RBW] Re: FS Rambouillet frame on Craigslist. Eugene

2016-04-18 Thread sameness
Ad is here . Spreadsheet with details here , pics here .

[RBW] Re: FS Rambouillet frame on Craigslist. Eugene

2016-04-18 Thread Jack B
Took some sleuthing, but found it here http://eugene.craigslist.org/bop/5538295323.html He has a link to a google spreadsheet with descriptions, and a link to pics too. Nice deal on that frame w/ stem, brakes, etc. On Monday, April 18, 2016 at 8:55:30 AM UTC-7, Brian Campbell wrote: > > I s

[RBW] Re: Cambium C19's?

2016-04-18 Thread John Phillips
My C19 arrived in the mail, but I haven't had a chance to try it out yet. In the hand, it is wider but seems no more flexible than a C17. If your bones are wider, the C19 might fit you better. Sitting upright, my sit bones are about 15cm wide. My C17 isn't comfortable on my Hunqapillar with Alb

Re: [RBW] Re: bar ends... evening our the shifts...

2016-04-18 Thread Jim Bronson
I find new cables are most effective in evening out my shifting when a drive train cleaning didn't help. On Apr 17, 2016 11:55 PM, "'Mobile Bill' via RBW Owners Bunch" < rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com> wrote: > It's late, so let me clarify! Evening OUT the shiftsno such thing as > "doere re

[RBW] Re: MUSA Shorts: Discontinued or on Hiatus?

2016-04-18 Thread Ron Mc
I like all the MUSA pants - kick around and kayak in the long pants, winter bike in knickers, and summer bike in the shorts. I think a past BLUG mentioned much of the MUSA clothing was going by the wayside because of cash flow and inventory. I think maybe the knickers will stay. When somebod

[RBW] Re: Cambium C19's?

2016-04-18 Thread Mike in WA
What I'm saying is that I need to properly measure my sit bones, add 20mm and see if it's the case that I'm likely sitting on (rather than in between) the frame edges. It feels like there's pretty distinct and uncomfortable pressure points at times and a properly wide saddle would be the simple

[RBW] Re: FS Rambouillet frame on Craigslist. Eugene

2016-04-18 Thread Brian Campbell
I see nothing. On Monday, April 18, 2016 at 11:37:15 AM UTC-4, bo richardson wrote: > > Nixe fellow named Max has. a 58 cm orange Rambouillet Frame for sale. > Looks to be in really nice shape. i believe he wants 500 or so for it. > The ad is for a slew of parts and frames. > > Bo Richardson

[RBW] Large Swift Ozette

2016-04-18 Thread Frank Conway
I recently got this from another member. It's a great bag and well built but is a bit too big for my needs. Got a deal on an Acorn Boxy so this must go. In good shape, but has been used and has a few marks here and there. Drilled for VO and Tanaka Decaleurs (one hole elongated about 1/4" to

[RBW] FS Homer Hilsen, 54, extremely nice parts

2016-04-18 Thread bo richardson
Jordan Francisco is selling a vvery nice Homer Hilsen i sold him. it is a size small for him. the bike has. a Schmidt hub generator and light. Anyway a complete listing is on the Bellingham Craigslist. Bo Richardson -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RB

Re: [RBW] Ebay Riv?

2016-04-18 Thread Ron Mc
kids do have a way of looking a gift horse in the mouth (while seeing their mental desire as something different) On Monday, April 18, 2016 at 10:04:46 AM UTC-5, Patrick Shea wrote: > > Ha! That is my ex-girlfriend's custom All Rounder, circa 1996ish? She > recently sold it to a woman in San Fra

[RBW] FS Rambouillet frame on Craigslist. Eugene

2016-04-18 Thread bo richardson
Nixe fellow named Max has. a 58 cm orange Rambouillet Frame for sale. Looks to be in really nice shape. i believe he wants 500 or so for it. The ad is for a slew of parts and frames. Bo Richardson -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" g

[RBW] 2006 A.Homer Hilsen for sale. Serial No. 0069

2016-04-18 Thread masmojo
Yes, size/price! But, it looks small, 50cm? -- 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

Re: [RBW] Ebay Riv?

2016-04-18 Thread Patrick Shea
Ha! That is my ex-girlfriend's custom All Rounder, circa 1996ish? She recently sold it to a woman in San Francisco who was buying the bike on her son's advice. She did not know anything about Rivendells, much less bikes, in general. The Late Great Sheldon Brown had advised my ex on the parts build

[RBW] Seeking advice on embellishing a Nitto Long Boy rack

2016-04-18 Thread Surlyprof
Could you mount the rack with a Sheldon's fender nut? That might bring the mounting screw out far enough to hook a rack strap on the outer allen head. I've never used one so I don't know if the threads are correct for that use or not. http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/fe82.htm John -- You r

[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto Saddlebag Grip and Nitto R-15 Rear Rack

2016-04-18 Thread Michael Ullmer
Saddlebag Grip SOLD On Sunday, April 17, 2016 at 8:35:11 PM UTC-7, Philip Kim wrote: > > Interested in saddlebag grip, can't pm. Can you email at > phili...@gmail.com ? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from th

[RBW] 2006 A.Homer Hilsen for sale. Serial No. 0069

2016-04-18 Thread dougP
Size & price? Dougp -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-

[RBW] MUSA Shorts: Discontinued or on Hiatus?

2016-04-18 Thread Brian Campbell
Are the MUSA shorts on hiatus or are they being discontinued? I was looking for a set in size medium on the RIV site and they have not been restocked for quite a while. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from th

[RBW] Re: FS: Clem Smith 52cm Offroader

2016-04-18 Thread CMR
Still available, I've decided to keep the bullmoose bars for local sale but uncertain how they'd fit in a bike box. For shipped I'll replace it with an equally nice Nitto Technomic + Soma Oxford bar. Thanks! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Own

[RBW] Re: Cambium C19's?

2016-04-18 Thread Chris Birkenmaier
Not sure how to convey the feeling of harsh but that is a word I would also use to describe the saddle. I have the c17 and also wondered if the c19 might work better. Although there is some flex to the saddle I find it less yielding under my sit bones. -- You received this message because yo

Re: [RBW] Ebay Riv?

2016-04-18 Thread Steven Sweedler
Could it be a 1998 All Rounder Steve On Monday, April 18, 2016, Addison Wilhite wrote: > Trying to get my head around this one... > > http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Rivendell-1978-custom-bicycle-/182097091141 > ? > > Best, > > Addison Wilhite, M.A. > > Academy of Arts, Careers and Technology >

[RBW] Re: Ebay Riv?

2016-04-18 Thread S. Greco
Ever Since 1978 On Monday, April 18, 2016 at 8:15:18 AM UTC-4, Addison wrote: > > Trying to get my head around this one... > > http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Rivendell-1978-custom-bicycle-/182097091141 > ? > > Best, > > Addison Wilhite, M.A. > > Academy of Arts, Careers and Technology >

[RBW] Re: Ebay Riv?

2016-04-18 Thread S. Greco
Ever Since 1978 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owner

Re: [RBW] Honjo's for Homer!

2016-04-18 Thread Brian Campbell
I am using 50mm VO metal fenders on my Hilsen using 38mm Compass Tires and Tektro brakes 559 brakes. They fit with no issues. The Pauls will work just fine. On Monday, April 18, 2016 at 7:47:18 AM UTC-4, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > > > On 04/17/2016 10:35 PM, Preston Smith wrote: > > Hey folks, >

[RBW] Re: Ebay Riv?

2016-04-18 Thread Justin August
Makes me legitimately curious if it's stolen. I think most folks would mention the group set and stem let alone the actual year of the bike. -Justin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop r

Re: [RBW] Re: Ice Wax for chain lube

2016-04-18 Thread Ron Mc
we got the serious monsoon today. Thought I was monsooned in at the home office, but the power went out, so I drove in to the actual office. Not sitting in the dark here. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe f

[RBW] Re: Ebay Riv?

2016-04-18 Thread Ron Mc
nice bike, misinformed seller, likely overpriced for the market On Monday, April 18, 2016 at 7:15:18 AM UTC-5, Addison wrote: > > Trying to get my head around this one... > > http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Rivendell-1978-custom-bicycle-/182097091141 > ? > > Best, > > Addison Wilhite, M.A. > > >

[RBW] Ebay Riv?

2016-04-18 Thread Addison Wilhite
Trying to get my head around this one... http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Rivendell-1978-custom-bicycle-/182097091141? Best, Addison Wilhite, M.A. Academy of Arts, Careers and Technology *“Blazing the Trail to College and Career Success”* Educator: Professio

Re: [RBW] Honjo's for Homer!

2016-04-18 Thread Steve Palincsar
On 04/17/2016 10:35 PM, Preston Smith wrote: Hey folks, Looking to get a new set on metal fenders for my 700c A. Homer Hilsen, but I'm not sure what size to get. I'm using 38mm tire with a Paul racer brake. I was thinking the 50mm fender would work but not sure they'll clear my brake. L

[RBW] Re: N+1

2016-04-18 Thread WETH
I'll take one of those! On Sunday, April 17, 2016 at 9:20:17 AM UTC-4, Dave Nawrocki wrote: > > Went to a favorite craft brewery yesterday and they had this on tap. > > Dave Nawrocki > Fort Collins, CO > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: Cambium C19's?

2016-04-18 Thread Garth
Mike, what does "feels harsh " mean to you, and what leads you to assume that a little wider one would be less so ? Where is harsh feeling , the front, middle, back, aĺl of it ? I FIND Cambiums harsh everywhere myself, an no width can cure that as it is the nature of the material and construct

[RBW] Videos: Rinko and Gravel Racing

2016-04-18 Thread Jan Heine
With all the recent interest in Rinko, Theo from Compass took a video of Hahn packing his bike for Rinko. https://janheine.wordpress.com/2016/04/17/weekend-rides-on-film-gravel-racing-and-rinko/ It's one of two videos from last weekend's rides. The other shows a clip from the Rasputitsa gravel