[RBW] Stuff stolen from bike

Sorry to hear that news. I’ve had a few lights grabbed in the past. Very inconvenient but also gets your attention as to how exposed a bike can be. I tend to hook my helmet onto the u-lock for safe keeping. In some areas I’ve gone as far as removing my seat post with saddle and bag and carry

Re: [RBW] Stuff stolen from bike

I'm really sorry to hear about your experience. Maybe it was a fluke, since it was the first time in 12 years. I certainly hope so! Toshi On Mon, Nov 26, 2018 at 7:47 PM Pam Bikes wrote: > I've been riding for 12 years and for the first time ever having parked my > bike in various cities all

Re: [RBW] Re: 3 Days of Riding in the Northern Sierras - Ride report

Keith, I mapped it out on mapmyride here: https://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/1961576156. It doesn't include some of my detours or any of the detailed markers (food, campsies, etc.), but I have a scan of some USGS quad maps with some more detail somewhere on one of my hard drives; I'll go di

[RBW] Stuff stolen from bike

I've been riding for 12 years and for the first time ever having parked my bike in various cities all over, someone stole my helmet, went through my bags and stole a little bag w/my patch kit and my multitool. They didn't steal lots of other stuff. I carry everything. But I guess I may start

[RBW] Re: Tektro CR720 Spring

Not from me. I had the wrong kind. He has canti brakes I think. On Monday, November 26, 2018 at 9:21:41 PM UTC-5, Howard Ramsay wrote: > > were you able to acquire the springs, please? > > On Wednesday, November 21, 2018 at 2:22:54 PM UTC-6, Dave Grossman wrote: >> >> Thanks Howard thats not a b

Re: [RBW] Tire recommendations- 650b/50mm+

I’m running Panaracer Gravel Kings. Nice tires—they feel fast, they’re relatively flat-free, and they have just a hint of tread. Fine for dirt trails and packed gravel, but the biggest limiting factor off-road is my own lack of skills. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter/I

[RBW] Re: Did you have a 2018 cycling goal? Did you achieve it?

Oh, thanks Patrick, I almost forgot another goal of mine - ride fixed! On Monday, November 26, 2018 at 9:30:34 PM UTC-6, Kevin Mulcahy wrote: > > My goal for 2018 was to complete the Marji Gesick 50 mile mtb race. That's > a pretty grueling race in the U.P. of Michigan with a ton of climbing ove

[RBW] Re: Did you have a 2018 cycling goal? Did you achieve it?

My goal for 2018 was to complete the Marji Gesick 50 mile mtb race. That's a pretty grueling race in the U.P. of Michigan with a ton of climbing over uber-technical old school trails. The race had DNF rate of 70% in 2017! I signed up without having ever done any endurance mountain biking, and am

[RBW] Did you have a 2018 cycling goal? Did you achieve it?

Ride with abandon and delight? Check. Ride fixed gear? Check. Ride more days farther? Check. Likely doubled the riding days and increased average ride by 50%, because of fixed. Ride more days regardless of weather? Check. Again, sponsored by fixed. Increase daily brain energy alotment? Check. Agai

Re: [RBW] Re: 3 Days of Riding in the Northern Sierras - Ride report

I've found my pair of Klean Kanteen 1L / uninsulated bottles -- paired with Widefoot Designs liter-cages indispensable for overnights or field trips. Thinking of adding some fork bosses and doubling up on those. =- Joe Bunik Walnut Creek, CA On 11/26/18, Keith Weaver wrote: > Collin, > > That's

[RBW] Tire recommendations- 650b/50mm+

I know this has been covered, but maybe there are new options out there. What do people like for a tire with these characteristics -650b 2.0-2.35 size -All rounder (not totally slick, not totally knobby) -not super-duper thin (I ride on messed up streets) -also not slow feeling I currently have

[RBW] Re: ISO: Weight weenie titanium stem binder bolt

There is a gentleman named Jim Merz in Big Sur, CA who fabricates such items from titanium. I know of his excellent work from the Rare Vintage Road Bike Parts (pre 1969) Facebook group. Here is his FB link: https://www.facebook.com/jameshmerz?lst=1613915344%3A1257666799%3A1543286924 On Tues

Re: [RBW] Re: In praise of fixed mountain riding

Without including time taken in your goal function peak efficiency probly occurs at close to a walking pace. -- 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: Tektro CR720 Spring

were you able to acquire the springs, please? On Wednesday, November 21, 2018 at 2:22:54 PM UTC-6, Dave Grossman wrote: > > Thanks Howard thats not a bad idea. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

[RBW] Did you have a 2018 cycling goal? Did you achieve it?

I didn’t have much in terms of cycling goals this year but I managed to stick to a plan of reducing to a single complete bike for the year, reducing/eliminating my usual bike tinkering expenses, and getting out at least once a week with my son during the warmer months. I’m 37 and became a first

[RBW] Re: WTS - Acorn, Baggins, Ostrich, Walnut, Surly bags | Surly, Carradice racks | Trangia kit | Nitto RM013 Dirt Drops

Updating my sale list - Acorn bags, Carradice and 24-pack rack, and Trangia kit sold. The Baggins sale fell through, so it's available On Sun, Nov 25, 2018 at 2:23 PM Jeff Lesperance wrote: > Both Acorn bags, the Baggins bag, and the Carradice rack have been claimed > and/or pending payment. > >

[RBW] Re: Did you have a 2018 cycling goal? Did you achieve it?

Hey Bill - Great question! I never really tracked annual mileage (I have been riding for over 45 years) until I started using Strava in mid-2013 to formally track mileage. I knew that I rode a fair amount annually (I have 3 sons and a wife who all like to ride + commuting regularly) - I logged

Re: [RBW] Re: 3 Days of Riding in the Northern Sierras - Ride report

Collin, That's a great write-up, I definitely would be interested in getting a detailed route from you. I'm in Reno, and have been wondering how to get some more touring in locally, preferably with less traffic. I have a Surly Disc Trucker with panniers front (lowrider) and rear. I currently have

[RBW] FS: Sackville Bags

Hello Rivendell Friends, I have *four* Sackville Bags up for sale. Price does not include shipping. If you have interest in any of the bags I will work with you to quote a fair shipping price. *Bag #1 Large Sackville Saddle Sack *Did you miss out on purchasing a *large* Saddle Sack when Riv h

[RBW] FS 55 Silver Joe Appaloosa

BUMP. I am assuming the asking price was too high and this is not a great time to sell. I’ll drop the price to $1550 plus shipping (not packing). -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop recei

[RBW] Re: 3 Days of Riding in the Northern Sierras - Ride report

Great trip and write up, Collin! Good call on the water. I’ve taken to bringing 5-6 28oz bottles, leaving 2-3 empty when I know the next water is reachable, otherwise I drink heavy at the source and load up. Fun and intreaguing way to do food. Amazing how much the epic opens up in just a short b

[RBW] Re: 3 Days of Riding in the Northern Sierras - Ride report

Oh yeah, I managed to get 5 bottles on there for about 4 liters of water carrying capacity. There was a section of about 70 miles with no water where I almost ran out! Hopefully there is snow, we just had our first big storm of the year with another on its way this week. On Monday, November 26,

[RBW] Re: 3 Days of Riding in the Northern Sierras - Ride report

That fourth bottle probably comes in handy in such dry country. Should be snow up there by now. dougP On Monday, November 26, 2018 at 3:07:52 PM UTC-8, Collin A wrote: > > With the weather cooling down and a slow day at the office, I decided to > do a write-up of a labor day ride I did a few

[RBW] Re: 3 Days of Riding in the Northern Sierras - Ride report

awesome. pretty great bottle holding too. -- 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 gro

[RBW] 3 Days of Riding in the Northern Sierras - Ride report

With the weather cooling down and a slow day at the office, I decided to do a write-up of a labor day ride I did a few months ago up near Lassen National Park. I hope you enjoy! Ride Report Link

[RBW] Did you have a 2018 cycling goal? Did you achieve it?

Steve Palincsar shared some info about himself that I think is awesome. Unfortunately that great info was in a thread that was otherwise generally icky. I'm breaking out the inspiring nugget out. Specifically, Steve said: "I and many, if not most, of the folks I ride with are well over 70" "2

[RBW] Re: FS: Eddie Bauer Wool Shirt Flannel Jacket

Dropped to $40 shipped -- 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 rb

Re: [RBW] In praise of the Canadian Wrestling Beanie

Thanks, Ron. I just heard from Spencer that Riv bought the last of the CWB stock so no more of those, and your link is very helpful. On Mon, Nov 26, 2018 at 9:43 AM Ron Mc wrote: > I can recommend the Minus 33 beanie. > folds long over your ears, fits under a helmet > > https://www.amazon.com/Mi

[RBW] Re: Things I wish Rivendell still sold..

phil k indicated he wished Rivendell would sell him a MMMNAARMBST. For those who aren't familiar with the acronym, MMMNAARMBST stands for Medium Mountain Mixte (Not Actually A Real Mixte) Brand Step Through. phil, if you are sincerely wanting to purchase something like that, I did offer up my M

[RBW] Re: Consumer Reports: Rivendell edition

Justin, My experiences have been equally impressive, whether speaking and emailing with Grant about frames or talking with Roman about a kickstand that won't rub against a 650b x 2.3 tire on my Hunq. It is remarkable and appreciated. Now I need to complete the purchasing of some items sitting

[RBW] Re: Things I wish Rivendell still sold..

I never had a chance to buy it, but I wish Riv made the Rosco Mtn Miixte in a size 55cm. I really love the big ones that came out. -- 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: Consumer Reports: Rivendell edition

Thanks Justin. I've always received good customer service from Riv. I've gotten some stuff from them 2 days later, and I'm on the east coast. In the age of AmazonPrime, that's not too shabby! Not to mention, I called Grant once trying to decide between a Joe Appaloosa and Clem. He said he had t

[RBW] Consumer Reports: Rivendell edition

Hey folks- Just wanted to report on my recent product issue and resolution with Riv. - Ordered a mug the day they came back in stock - Delivered 2 days later - Was sadly broken (I’m guessing in transit?) - Emailed Will - Panic purchased another one in case they sold out - Will replied that they wo

[RBW] Re: Introduction and my new MUSA Atlantis

Nice setup. The Brooks saddle has a nice color against the frame. Hope you enjoy it. Matt in OKC -- 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: [RBW] Re: In praise of fixed mountain riding

Efficient in my mind is the least amount of effort in traveling a given distance. I do understand that efficiency is not always the most important factor. If you enjoy fixed riding then keep on keeping on. And, I enjoy your ride reports Deacon. Doug -- You received this message because you ar

Re: [RBW] Re: In praise of fixed mountain riding

Efficient in my mind is the least amount of effort in traveling a given distance. I do understand that efficiency is not always the most important factor. If you enjoy fixed riding then keep on keeping on. And, I enjoy your ride reports Deacon. Doug Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 26, 2018, at 1

Re: [RBW] Re: In praise of fixed mountain riding

Doug wonders if fixed gear makes cycling less effecient. Less effecient at what? Greatest speed per kilowatt? Gears are indoubtably more effeceint. Greatest amount of fun per kilowatt? Personal preference. Greatest workout in a given amount of time? Fixed gear, hands down. At some point I saw da

Re: [RBW] Re: In praise of fixed mountain riding

Yes, generally speaking and taking everything into account; which is why only a few weirdos ride fixed. But it's also great fun in ways that freewheeling and multispeeding are not, so liking it is not *entirely* absurd. In certain respects of course it's *more efficient*, which is why speed record

Re: [RBW] In praise of the Canadian Wrestling Beanie

I can recommend the Minus 33 beanie. folds long over your ears, fits under a helmet https://www.amazon.com/Minus33-Merino-Wool-Beanie-Charcoal/dp/B00B2A4RBK/ref=sr_1_7 On Friday, November 23, 2018 at 12:32:24 PM UTC-6, Patrick Moore wrote: > > Sold out. I could use one or two. What did they cost

Re: [RBW] Re: In praise of fixed mountain riding

Call me lazy but I enjoy coasting at times. Fixed is a no go for me. Fixed I think makes cycling less efficient. Am I wrong? Doug -- 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: Introduction and my new MUSA Atlantis

Thank you all for the warm welcome! The setup of the bike has worked nicely; it's incredibly comfortable and functioned well with everything I've thrown at it. With temps dropping and winter taking hold, I'll be putting studded tires on shortly. I'm interested to see how it behaves, but have li

[RBW] Re: For Sale: Riv Wooly Warm jersey size XL

Well, 10 days have passed, one inquiry, and several lookers but no takers. I'll go ahead and drop my price a bit to $55.00 shipped CONUS. Please send me a private message if you're interested. Thanks. Steven. On Thursday, November 15, 2018 at 11:46:27 AM UTC-6, Steve Butcher wrote: > > [imag