[RBW] Re: ISO albatross or similar

2025-04-21 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
When supply chain troubles during the pandemic prevented me from getting some Albatross bars, I found the Soma Oxfords to be just about a clone: https://store.biketouringnews.com/soma-oxford-handlebar/ Paul Germain Midlothian, Va. On Sunday, April 20, 2025 at 9:29:41 AM UTC-4 maeve@gmail.co

Re: [RBW] Bike Life Lately

2025-03-26 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
Andy Cheatham, Just sayin', someone should put your story in print. (Adventure Cycling?) And, I too have fond memories of Davis, WVa and racing the Canaan Mtn. Series back in the mid-to-late 1980's. Paul Germain Midlothian, Va. On Monday, March 24, 2025 at 9:14:25 AM UTC-4 ascpgh wrote: > Ben

[RBW] Re: Skyline Challenge - Your Riv / Your Location

2025-02-23 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
Marty, I'll take the bait. How's about Skyline Drive (Va.) - in the background of one of my favorite mixed-surface loops in Albemarle County! https://www.flickr.com/photos/bikecrazy-paul/53896343476/in/album-72177720319279218 Paul Germain Midlothian, Va On Friday, February 21, 2025 at 1:31:52 PM

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone selling recent/old BQ issues?

2024-11-24 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
Minh, I like the idea of Eric Marth as audiobook narrator! Perfect for the job. Paul On Sunday, November 24, 2024 at 5:35:14 PM UTC-5 Minh wrote: > as a fan of eric's video on youtubes, may i propose a (long) series of > video reading each issue as a retrospective on today, i would imagine th

[RBW] Re: Anyone selling recent/old BQ issues?

2024-11-22 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
It seems I owe apologies all around. Nathan, please forgive my highjacking your original post. Also, to others who reached out to me by PM with the wish to purchase my BQ collection, a local pickup wins out over all I am afraid, especially since I know the fellow. I am sorry for any inconveni

[RBW] Re: Anyone selling recent/old BQ issues?

2024-11-22 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
Nathan, I am sure my offer is overwhelming - a lifetime's reading, ha. I made a count of 53 issues, 2002 thru 2022 (no gaps). If you are not interested and someone else on the list would like to stock their library let me know. I would be happy with $1.00 an issue, plus whatever USPS library r

[RBW] Re: Anyone selling recent/old BQ issues?

2024-11-21 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
Hey Nathan, I have a complete set of "Vintage Bicycle Quarterly"/ "Bicycle Quarterly" beginning with Vol. 1, Number 1 (Summer 2002) thru No.80 (Summer 2022). I would only sell if I could move the entire set. Even though the early issues were thin , the entire group would be pretty heavy, 37 lbs

[RBW] Re: FS: Leather Cycling Shoes for Flat or Clipless Pedals

2024-11-20 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
Thanks Eric. This "scoop" area looks fairly swallow. So I think I have some old rubber cleat hole covers which I can Shoe Goo over the holes. (My main concern about "raw " areas of Shoe Goo is the stuff picking up gravel and dirt, etc.) Still, your price is very fair and free shipping pushes me

[RBW] Re: FS: Leather Cycling Shoes for Flat or Clipless Pedals

2024-11-20 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
Hey Eric, Do you still have the rubber inserts to fill the cleat area? Paul Germain Midlothian, Va. On Monday, November 18, 2024 at 3:36:46 PM UTC-5 campyo...@me.com wrote: > Fore Sale: One pair of Five Ten cycling shoes, “District Clipless” style. > US size 11, Eur 44.5. Full leather uppers w

[RBW] Re: Brooks B17 Titanium (gray leather)

2024-10-26 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
Nick, I guess there is no doubt where the areas of most contact are for you! Interesting, as it is opposite of what I usually see with my brown saddles; darker with age in the areas with greater contact, because of sweat I suppose. I like the "patinated" look that is even nicer than out-of-th

[RBW] FS - Used Acorn Compact Rando Bag

2024-10-18 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
This is the previous model of Acorn's Compact Rando Bag in khaki with light green edging. It has a map pocket with no scuffs, marks or distortion. This earlier model has two side pockets. (The current model is sans pockets.) The aprox. capacity is 7L. Darker small areas are from natural fade whe

[RBW] Re: NBD for my daughter

2024-10-14 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
Great story Josh. If Riv cannot furnish a head badge, check with Jen Green in Phila. (Revolution Cycle Jewelry) www.headbadges.com / j...@headbadges.com. She does all kinds of beautiful badges and has made a couple for me. I added one to my 1989 custom Bontrager CX bike, but had to provide

[RBW] Re: Fall Photos 2024

2024-09-29 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
"Like" Eric. Nice silhouette image. Paul Germain Midlothian, Va. On Sunday, September 29, 2024 at 6:29:23 PM UTC-4 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > Hey fam — I got out for a nice ride yesterday. The weather around here has > been garbage the past week though not dangerous or disastrous like what our

[RBW] Re: Converting a T1000 into an Atlantis

2024-09-10 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
Will, that dark green, silver and leather could not look more perfect! It's a jewel. Paul Germain Midlothian, Va. On Friday, October 14, 2022 at 10:39:47 AM UTC-4 Will M wrote: > Hi all. > > S. If you listen carefully you can hear my 1990s Cannondale T1000 > whisper, "I wish I were

[RBW] Re: No love for the Albastache?

2024-09-10 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
Thanks for reviving this ol' thread Will. You know how much I love seeing your beautiful Cannondale regardless of handlebars. I happen to love the moustache bars on two of my purpose-built bikes, my Sam Hillborne set up for touring: https://www.flickr.com/photos/bikecrazy-paul/53726655932/in/alb

[RBW] Re: Well, not *quite* the same ... bike and baguettes

2024-08-13 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
Patrick, et al, I had to reach back to a 2009 photo essay I did (for myself) on the Philadelphia Bike Culture. This one has remained in my mind as being embelmatic of big city life: https://www.flickr.com/photos/bikecrazy-paul/3948592796/in/album-72157622441044208 Paul Germain Midlothian, Va. On

[RBW] Re: WTB: 54-56 Sam Hillborne (i think? my first riv!) but open to other Rivs

2024-07-02 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
Jacob, I my size and weight correspond to yours. For ten years, I have owned both a Homer and a Sam. The Sam is set up for light touring (under 7 days, but mostly 2-3 day tours). It also acts as a grocery-getter when I feel inclined. The Homer is currently outfitted for county road riding, inc

[RBW] WTB - 9spd Dura Ace downtube shifters

2024-04-09 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
Asking for a good friend. I can facilitate the sale. Is this a unicorn? Paul Germain Midlothian, Va. -- 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-ow

[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto Racks and a Brooks

2024-04-09 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
Stephen, Can you tell me the length of the longer struts? Also, have the shorter struts been cut or just bent? Thanks, Paul Germain Midlothian, Va. On Sunday, April 7, 2024 at 5:21:00 PM UTC-4 Stephen wrote: > *Brooks B67 in Honey *- $120 + shipping > https://www.rivbike.com/products/brooks-

[RBW] Re: Eroica California

2024-04-08 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
Your bike profile pic is as classic-looking as all get out Bill. Very tasty. Question: Is this bike taller then you usual? (I'm trying to recall all those...) If my bro-in-law still lived on the West Coast, I'd consider doing that ride, since I have read about it for quite a long time. A Flickr

[RBW] FS - VO Happy Stem, 90mm

2024-03-13 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
(Please forgive the cross-post on the I-BOB list.) I purchased a VO Happy Stem in the 90mm length and used it for about 50 miles. It has VO's usual attention to details and polish. But I found another solution and hoping someone can make use of it now. [image: IMG_8371.jpeg] Details: 1-1/8" Thr

[RBW] Re: I only have 1 chance to get a Rivendell.. which would you recommend?

2024-02-25 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
Dear A.H., Welcome! I can't speak to the Platypus except it has wide acceptance here. However, I do have both a Sam Hillborne and a A.H. Homer Hilsen. Both are capable on pavement and dirt roads/rail trails, etc. The lighter tubing on the Homer makes it a bit more lively but the Sam is more cap

[RBW] Re: FS: Roadini 50CM

2024-02-25 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
James, that seems to be a screaming deal! I'm on the East Coast and not in the market anyway. But I hope a list member winds up with this one. Paul Germain Midlothian, Va. On Saturday, February 24, 2024 at 11:48:20 AM UTC-5 James B wrote: > I recently purchased this Roadini but due to circumsta

[RBW] Re: The Official Introduction of RoadeoRosa

2024-02-20 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
*"Those who do will appreciate the richness of detail and see quite a story narrated here."* So well said Andy. It doesn't necessarily make us geeks, Maybe curators? Paul Germain Midlothian, Va. On Tuesday, February 20, 2024 at 8:31:40 AM UTC-5 ascpgh wrote: > What a build Bill. > > I said t

[RBW] Re: Crankset/BB question

2024-02-17 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
Adam, I meant to add that prices on digital micrometers seem to have gone down over time. I replaced my old "analog" PITA micrometer on Amazon for twenty-five bucks. I would not go for the cheapest though. I opted for one with an auto "OFF" setting so you won't burn the battery out when you set

[RBW] Re: Crankset/BB question

2024-02-17 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
Adam, Just saying . If you like the paint job on your bike, be mindful when applying muscle to the BB remover tool. You'll be using a heavy-ish adjustable wrench. So, adjust it so it's snug. It's pretty easy to have that tool come out and the wrench can chip the vulnerable BB shell paint e

[RBW] FS - Vintage 1989 Brooks Professional saddle, brown.

2024-01-13 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
I mounted this veteran saddle new on my (then new) 1989 custom Bontrager CX. While I never raced CX, this thing went off and on road for 30 years before I retired it. It's built like a tank, and despite the "Pre-Softened" designation on the top, I barely managed to imprint my sit bones into it.

[RBW] Re: WTB - Lightly used Brooks Cambium C17, natural color

2024-01-03 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
*Just to put a cap on this subject, here is the reply from Brooks after the holidays:* Dear PAUL Thanks for getting in touch. The rubber top of Cambium saddles is not available as replacement part, unfortunately, I am sorry for no better news. Thank you and kind regards, Laura Brooks Englan

Re: [RBW] Northern Hemisphere Winter 2023-2024 Ride Photos

2024-01-03 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
Jock Dewey, That bike is a vision of the perfectly proportioned bicycle in my opinion. Uncluttered, though there is a place for utilitarian racks, bags, etc. on bikes for other uses than the pure joy of riding. A lot of thought went into it, obviously, from the quietly understated color to the

[RBW] Re: FS - Two used large canvas saddlebags

2024-01-01 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
Both saddlebags are spoken for, pending payment. Thanks to all on the list. Paul Germain Midlothian, Va. On Monday, January 1, 2024 at 10:34:51 AM UTC-5 Bikie#4646 wrote: > Hey all, I have a serious bike bag addiction. So, bumping these two fine > but overlapping ones out of the nest in order t

[RBW] FS - Two used large canvas saddlebags

2024-01-01 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
Hey all, I have a serious bike bag addiction. So, bumping these two fine but overlapping ones out of the nest in order to buy more! Both show some age and usage, but are in fine condition with no problems. Either will serve you well. (I'd put my money on the Carradice outlasting you unless you

[RBW] Re: Did anyone get one of the new Acorn Bags yesterday?

2023-12-12 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
Jon, I noticed that Acorn continues to modify and improve most of their bags. The "Large" saddle bags now seem to have gone back to the drawstring inside (instead of the recent zippers) and two leather straps to hold the flap down (instead of the more recent single shock cord). A nice new touch

[RBW] Re: Newer Sam Hillborne/Toyo Atlantis crossover

2023-11-28 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
Dear exliontamer, I would agree with both Randy and with Frank about the two bikes. For a couple of years, I owned a very nice Toyo (2014?) Atlantis, hardly used when I purchased it. When that proved to be more bike than I thought I needed, I purchased a new 2015 Sam Hillborne, single top tube.

Re: [RBW] Re: "Trust, but Verify"

2023-11-28 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
Please add my own thanks for your volunteer work Jim. BTW, I still send folks to the old Cyclofiend.com site to see the bikes I was fortunate enough to add there. If you need contributions to help defray any costs of maintaining it in place, let us know. Paul Germain Midlothian, Va. On Friday,

[RBW] Re: Anna Purple

2023-11-22 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
Bill Lindsay, would you stop parading that "smoke" purple Legolas in front of me? Trying to make me jealous? (Kidding aside, there could not be a nicer looking bike, IMHO.) Paul Germain Midlothian, Va. On Friday, November 17, 2023 at 2:57:09 PM UTC-5 Bill Lindsay wrote: > My purple Rivendell i

Re: [RBW] Re: Club Rides On A Racing Platypus

2023-08-04 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
Leah, As a grandfather of three - two now grown - this was fun to read. I am sure the little girl caught your enthusiasm. When I can, I slow down and call out, "Nice bike!" to very young riders I encounter on our local trail. We are all ambassadors. Paul Germain Midlothian, Va. On Thursday, A

Re: [RBW] FS: New Steve Potts Siskiyou Bar

2023-08-01 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
Paul M, Great product image! I can't use the bars, but would love that chair! (Ha.) Paul Germain Midlothian, Va On Tuesday, August 1, 2023 at 6:44:51 PM UTC-4 ride2almo...@gmail.com wrote: > Paul, > These look similar to a bar Surly put out of course they don’t have that > Lucious finish or cl

[RBW] Re: Acorn Bag: Large Saddlebag

2023-07-31 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
Mathew, I'll take that bag, Thanks. I've been a fan of Acorn and their business model for many years and will make good use of it. I'll send a PM with details for shipping. Paul Germain On Monday, July 31, 2023 at 2:47:54 PM UTC-4 Matthew Williams wrote: > Bump! $130! Free shipping! > > > > On

Re: [RBW] Best Riv Rando Bike

2023-07-27 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
Jeepers Eric! Lyle's Ram looks to be from outer space! (That is to say: otherworldly.) My 76-year old body would not likely appreciate randonneuring but if I were inclined to go those distances, I can't imagine doing it more comfortably than on my Homer: https://www.flickr.com/photos/bikecr

[RBW] Re: Rivendell paint color repetition: Your thoughts

2023-05-02 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
Eric, I seem to recall being attracted to the "Butterscotch" Saluki (?) way back when. Though I'm not sure I ever saw one in the wild. I do like the metallics being used now, at least what I see online. Like the new light metallic yellow on the Homer (or Sam's?). Hard to keep up. I must say thou

[RBW] Re: Sharing your winter ride photos northern hemisphere Spring 2023

2023-04-27 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
Erl, that Hunq looks like it means business! Very nice. Beautiful photos too. I've watched you try a number of Rivendells over time, but this one looks like a keeper. Paul Germain Midlothian, Va. On Thursday, April 27, 2023 at 8:44:48 AM UTC-4 WETH wrote: > In celebration of National Parks wee

[RBW] Re: Sharing your winter ride photos northern hemisphere Spring 2023

2023-04-25 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
My brother-in-law has been visiting his elderly father for three weeks and needed to stretch his legs. We did a 42-miles mixed surface country ride rambling around on our Homers through upper Cumberland county, Va. on a bright, cool, beautiful day. Life is good on a bike! *https://www.flickr.c

[RBW] FS - Acorn Large Front Trunk Bag

2023-03-04 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
I posted this on the i-BOB list a couple weeks ago, but no takers there. I wish to repost it here and drop the price by $20: A somewhat rare "limited edition" production run, black waxed canvas in very good condition. I have owned over a dozen Acorn bags and am a believer. Just a guess, but I su

[RBW] FS - two Silca Vintage Impero frame pumps

2023-03-04 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
I had posted this a couple weeks ago on the i_BOB list but no takers. Allow me to try this group before going to the dreaded FB Buy/Sell or eBay. A used Silca Impero frame pump in good condition. 60 cm / 56 cm range (probably what would be called a "medium"?) White (cream). Campy head, a newly

[RBW] FS - Acorn Large Front Trunk Bag

2023-03-04 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
I posted this on the i-BOB list a couple weeks ago, but no takers there. I wish to repost it here and drop the price by $20: A somewhat rare "limited edition" production run, black waxed canvas in very good condition. I have owned over a dozen Acorn bags and am a believer. Just a guess, but I su

Re: [RBW] Re: Sharing Your Winter Ride Fotos 2023

2023-02-28 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
Russell, You are correct. I had a brain fart on the location of Tom Oswald's businesses (bicycle shop and frame building). And that's despite the fact my wife and I visited from Virginia over a decade ago to ride the nearby Pine Creek Trail across the state line in NY. Tom is a very nice fellow.

Re: [RBW] Re: Sharing Your Winter Ride Fotos 2023

2023-02-26 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
Hey Eric, I recognize that place from a bike trip in 2016! Cool backdrop! Fast and less fast. https://www.flickr.com/photos/bikecrazy-paul/24067030171/in/album-72157662986712831/ Paul Germain Midlothian, Va. On Sunday, February 26, 2023 at 11:48:05 AM UTC-5 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > Definitely

[RBW] Re: FS - Cateye Lightly Used Wireless SOLD

2023-02-16 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
The Cateye Wireless is spoken for, pending payment. Thanks all, Paul Germain Midlothian, Va. On Thursday, February 16, 2023 at 5:29:36 PM UTC-5 Bikie#4646 wrote: > I posted this RD300W on the iBOB list a month ago, so forgive me. There > was little interest, so I have dropped the price to $25 +

[RBW] FS - Cateye Lightly Used Wireless Computer

2023-02-16 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
I posted this RD300W on the iBOB list a month ago, so forgive me. There was little interest, so I have dropped the price to $25 + shipping. Images here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/bikecrazy-paul/albums/72177720305720246 Paul Germain Midlothian, Va. -- You received this message because you a

Re: [RBW] Sharing Your Winter Ride Fotos 2023

2023-02-16 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
Ok, Prize Winner! Paul Germain Midlothian, Va, On Thursday, February 16, 2023 at 2:20:17 PM UTC-5 brok...@gmail.com wrote: > My wife and I typically spend our winters with our dogs and bikes on a > little barrier island south of Tampa Bay. This morning, I pedaled my Gus up > the beach to che

Re: [RBW] Re: Jobst Brandt thought experiment: What would he ride today?

2023-02-02 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
Eric, Great sleuthing to find that 2008 blog post by Brandt. Wonderful stuff. I'm not used to seeing him with grey hair like that. By the way, am I crazy? Is that his chain hanging loosely between the FD and the RD? I guess if I had just ridden up all those switchbacks I might have finished by

[RBW] Re: New build: 1985 Bridgestone MB-2

2023-01-27 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
Eric, I finally got to view your superb YouTube video - wonderfully relaxing! (As well as informative, of course.) I loved all the attention you put into the headbadge, too. You may already know, but a gal in Philly, Jen Green, does custom head badges and does a great job. (She works in bronze t

[RBW] Re: New build: 1985 Bridgestone MB-2

2023-01-26 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
Fantastic Eric. Congrats, nicely done. Paul Germain Midlothian, Va. On Monday, January 23, 2023 at 6:06:27 PM UTC-5 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > [image: MB-2 230115 S 00 Complete.jpg] > > Hi all — I just finished up a build, it's a 1985 Bridgestone MB-2. I have > a full build video up over here:

[RBW] Re: Bags like the Grabsack?

2023-01-09 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
Michael, ditto on the Acorn Basket Bag. While I use a Swift Sugarloaf myself, I have a buddy who has an Acorn basket bag and loves it. (Somewhat smaller than my Sugarloaf, I think.) I am a long-time fan of Acorn and their business model - American cottage industry and pure perfection on their w

[RBW] Re: 22 for 2022

2023-01-09 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
Drew, thanks for the complement on the photos. As to the basket light mount, I've had two of these for so many years, I cannot recall their origin. They were designed to mount to a frame or fork tube and I adapted them easily for the basket. They aren't as substantial as the current mounts made

[RBW] Re: 22 for 2022

2023-01-08 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
Dave, Thanks! What fun to see them all together as in a poster*! *Enjoy that Platypus. Paul Germain Midlothian, Va. On Sunday, January 8, 2023 at 9:34:46 PM UTC-5 DavidP wrote: > Great idea for a thread, Paul - I'm looking forward to seeing all the > photos! > > Here's a snapshot of my 22 all

[RBW] 22 for 2022

2023-01-08 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
*(I've posted this on the i-BOB list too, so forgive me):* My favorite 22 bike related images for 2022. (Oops, as hard as I tried, 2 dozen was as close as I could get, so I cheated): https://www.flickr.com/photos/bikecrazy-paul/albums/72177720305087997 The hardest part was to keep it fairly strict

[RBW] Re: Sharing Your Winter Ride Fotos 2023

2023-01-06 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
Takashi, To answer your question about snow in Virginia, generally we get less than we used to. (No surprise there.) Eric is less than 100 miles north of me, but we are both in Eastern/Central Virginia, more or less. The farther west in the state, the higher the elevation and that portion gets s

Re: [RBW] Re: What's Good - Wide-ish/flared drops edition...

2022-12-11 Thread 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch
a $20 Midge bar in SF: > > https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/bop/d/san-francisco-on-one-midge-bar/7560429801.html > > Philip > Sonoma County, Calif > > On Sun, Dec 11, 2022 at 8:12 AM 'Bikie#4646' via RBW Owners Bunch < > rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com> wrote:

Re: [RBW] Re: What's Good - Wide-ish/flared drops edition...

2022-12-11 Thread &#x27;Bikie#4646&#x27; via RBW Owners Bunch
Drew, Philip & others, While this is not a Rivendell, the bike does sport the Soma Portolas in this discussion. They are on a Bontrager CX that I commissioned from Keith Bontrager in 1989: https://flickr.com/photos/bikecrazy-paul/albums/7215770445842/with/33876168088/ Ironically, when I buil

[RBW] Hillborne / Hilsen: touring capable?

2022-11-16 Thread &#x27;Bikie#4646&#x27; via RBW Owners Bunch
In my estimation, my 2015 Sam Hillborne is pretty nearly the perfect touring bike for overnighters or multi-day rail trail trips. I have a Hilsen which is a bit more lively and a really nice mixed-surface riding bike. (Yes, I am spoiled.) I realize this topic has likely come up before: Every onc

[RBW] Re: Your Road or Road-ish Riv Rubber Radius (tire width)

2022-08-16 Thread &#x27;Bikie#4646&#x27; via RBW Owners Bunch
Eric, like many others who replied to your inquiry, I also land between 35 mm - 38 mm on my two Rivs. Admittedly, they both are used on mixed surface rides, not exclusively on pavement. The 57 cm Homer Hilsen is mostly a fast country bike, taking in fire roads with paved connections. The 55 cm S

[RBW] FS - NOS Shimano M732 7-speed shifter set

2022-07-28 Thread &#x27;Bikie#4646&#x27; via RBW Owners Bunch
Folks, Since this has equal relevance to the i-BOB list, I plan to post it there too. (Forgive that please.) Never used 7-speed thumb shifter set with cables, housing, bottom bracket cable guide, plus related cable ends, etc. All in the original packaging, albeit a little yellowed with age. 5-6-

Re: [RBW] Re: FS- 2 pair Paul Touring Cantis, used. $190 +shipping

2022-07-25 Thread &#x27;Bikie#4646&#x27; via RBW Owners Bunch
with > that. > > Regards, > Paul Germain > > > -Original Message- > From: John Moore > To: rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com > Sent: Sat, Jul 23, 2022 11:32 pm > Subject: Re: [RBW] Re: FS- 2 pair Paul Touring Cantis, used. $190 +shipping > > Will take car

[RBW] Re: FS- 2 pair Paul Touring Cantis, used. $190 +shipping

2022-07-23 Thread &#x27;Bikie#4646&#x27; via RBW Owners Bunch
Brakes are spoken for. Thanks all. Paul Germain Midlothian, Va. On Saturday, July 23, 2022 at 3:57:56 PM UTC-4 Bikie#4646 wrote: > (Please forgive the double-post on the other list serve.) > > https://www.flickr.com/photos/bikecrazy-paul/albums/72177720300757861/with/52236469259/ > 2 pair brakes

[RBW] FS- 2 pair Paul Touring Cantis, used. $190 +shipping

2022-07-23 Thread &#x27;Bikie#4646&#x27; via RBW Owners Bunch
(Please forgive the double-post on the other list serve.) https://www.flickr.com/photos/bikecrazy-paul/albums/72177720300757861/with/52236469259/ 2 pair brakes w/straddle cables, new pads, new (DiaCompe) straddle cable carriers. Some minor wrench marks on flats. Otherwise in very good condition w

[RBW] Re: FS - Used cockpit parts plus one pair shoes

2022-01-29 Thread &#x27;Bikie#4646&#x27; via RBW Owners Bunch
Just to update my FS list, the following items have been sold: Nitto / Grand Bois Randonneur Handlebar. TRP RL950 Carbon CX top brake levers. DiaCompe BL-07 Aero Brake Levers. Many thanks all, Paul Germain Midlothian, Va. On Friday, January 21, 2022 at 7:15:04 PM UTC-5 Bikie#4646 wrote: > I'd

[RBW] FS - Used cockpit parts plus one pair shoes

2022-01-21 Thread &#x27;Bikie#4646&#x27; via RBW Owners Bunch
I'd like to put these used cockpit parts (and one pair of shoes) up for your consideration. (Please excuse the double-post on another list.) Each is a separate Flickr album. All items are used and condition is stated below. Do not hesitate to contact me if you have questions. I can forward ship

[RBW] Re: FS - Used Acorn medium saddle bag

2021-06-09 Thread &#x27;Bikie#4646&#x27; via RBW Owners Bunch
A buyer has expressed interest, so consider it sold. Many thanks. Paul Germain Midlothian, VA On Sunday, May 30, 2021 at 5:42:32 PM UTC-4 Bikie#4646 wrote: > An Acorn medium saddle bag in discontinued light tan with darker brown > piping. This served my touring bike for some years before I decid

[RBW] Re: My recent "CO-GAP" 7-day trip

2021-06-01 Thread &#x27;Bikie#4646&#x27; via RBW Owners Bunch
Andy and Kate, Ditto on Dravo. A nice camp with plenty of room (and large bathroom, nicer than most). Check out the old graveyard and local history there. Paul Germain Midlothian, Va On Tuesday, June 1, 2021 at 12:00:03 PM UTC-4 upyou...@yahoo.com wrote: > Andy, > My thoughts exactly. A hotel

[RBW] FS - Used Acorn medium saddle bag

2021-05-30 Thread &#x27;Bikie#4646&#x27; via RBW Owners Bunch
An Acorn medium saddle bag in discontinued light tan with darker brown piping. This served my touring bike for some years before I decided to use something more shallow that would not interfere with my rear rack when loaded with the tent. This served me well and saw lots of weather conditions, b

[RBW] Re: My recent "CO-GAP" 7-day trip

2021-05-30 Thread &#x27;Bikie#4646&#x27; via RBW Owners Bunch
Kate, I love your idea for transport to Pittsburgh from NJ. You are lucky to be able to roll on your bike with NJ Transit. I live in Richmond and all Amtrak south of DC offers only one train a day with a bike baggage car. It heads north to NYC on its way from Miami. I have to switch to another t

[RBW] Re: My recent "CO-GAP" 7-day trip

2021-05-27 Thread &#x27;Bikie#4646&#x27; via RBW Owners Bunch
Pat in DC, You are very likely younger than I am, (closing in on 75 years,) but my travel companion for this trip is also younger by a decade and a much stronger rider than I. We both were glad we settled on 50 miles a day and tried our best to schedule the camps accordingly. After more than a

[RBW] Re: My recent "CO-GAP" 7-day trip

2021-05-26 Thread &#x27;Bikie#4646&#x27; via RBW Owners Bunch
Good for you Joseph, doing it on a SS bike! It's fun to do it that way, especially Pittsburgh-to-DC, since you can sit back and enjoy that downhill from the Eastern Continental Divide to Cumberland, Md. The first couple times, I was on a custom fully-rigid 29'er mountain bike towing a trailer.

[RBW] Re: My recent "CO-GAP" 7-day trip

2021-05-24 Thread &#x27;Bikie#4646&#x27; via RBW Owners Bunch
Pat, I would say most of the trail towns' resupply points are open all year, but not all. The campsites on the C&O are open year-round. Camping on the GAP is trickier during winter, but I would say likely open until late November - a guess. A better source of first-hand information can be had f

[RBW] Re: My recent "CO-GAP" 7-day trip

2021-05-24 Thread &#x27;Bikie#4646&#x27; via RBW Owners Bunch
Hey Rich, you're welcome for the pics. I have done the trip 5-6 times in many variations, so can supply you (privately, so as not to bore others) with more Flickr albums, most with more "iconic" landmarks along the GAPCO. The trails are seldom what you would call "busy or crowded" but this year

[RBW] Re: My recent "CO-GAP" 7-day trip

2021-05-23 Thread &#x27;Bikie#4646&#x27; via RBW Owners Bunch
aeroperf, by the way, the two maps you can see in my initial Flickr album image are the "official" maps for both sections and free: https://www.flickr.com/photos/bikecrazy-paul/51160526433/in/album-72157719131492162/ They can be very helpful planning your trip, but give me a shoutout if you have

[RBW] Re: My recent "CO-GAP" 7-day trip

2021-05-23 Thread &#x27;Bikie#4646&#x27; via RBW Owners Bunch
Hey aeroperf, this is my third time doing the trip on the Hillborne and it does just beautifully well. It's up to carrying four panniers and the front basket w/Sugarloaf bag, tent on the rear rack top, as you can see from the photos. It's pretty stable and I ride in comfort thanks to the Moustac

[RBW] Re: Bombadil on its Archetypal Route (loads of photos)

2021-05-23 Thread &#x27;Bikie#4646&#x27; via RBW Owners Bunch
Nice work Jason! I feel like I was there! Your side of the continent looks absolutely primordial compared to the Mid-Atlantic! Paul Germain Midlothian, Va. On Saturday, November 28, 2020 at 11:50:58 PM UTC-5 Jason Fuller wrote: > I had a particular route in mind when I bought this frameset from

[RBW] My recent "CO-GAP" 7-day trip

2021-05-23 Thread &#x27;Bikie#4646&#x27; via RBW Owners Bunch
While I have done unsupported multi-day trip from Pittsburgh to DC (GAPCO) a number of times, this time I accompanied friend, Dan on his 7-day trip from east-to-west in the opposite direction. A bit of a new perspective on the trails along the C&O Towpath in Maryland and the Great Allegheny Pas

[RBW] Re: FS - 43mm 700c Hammered Honjos

2020-08-23 Thread &#x27;Bikie#4646&#x27; via RBW Owners Bunch
Thanks all. I have a sale pending on the Honjos. Paul Germain Midlothian, VA On Saturday, August 22, 2020 at 7:32:34 PM UTC-4 Bikie#4646 wrote: > After 13 years of use, my 43mm / 700c hammered Honjo fenders were > serviceable but looked ragged enough to replace. > Two years ago, I purchased a

[RBW] FS - 43mm 700c Hammered Honjos

2020-08-22 Thread &#x27;Bikie#4646&#x27; via RBW Owners Bunch
After 13 years of use, my 43mm / 700c hammered Honjo fenders were serviceable but looked ragged enough to replace. Two years ago, I purchased a new set of replacement fenders (without hardware) from Jitensha Studio in Berkley, CA. I unboxed them but never unwrapped or mounted and finally decide

[RBW] Re: daily post ur riv

2019-06-04 Thread &#x27;Bikie#4646&#x27; via RBW Owners Bunch
Hi Adam, I wanted to share my AHH, set up as my mixed-surface bike. (Lots of gravel roads west of Richmond, Va.) Yes, it has been modified for canti's, paint color (powder coat) and decals by Brad Click of Denver, from whom I purchased it in Jan., 2015. He did a great job! https://www.flickr.c

[RBW] Re: Riding the Four Inch Snow Rail

2019-03-06 Thread &#x27;Bikie#4646&#x27; via RBW Owners Bunch
Rough Stuff Fellowship! Wonderful image! On Wednesday, February 27, 2019 at 10:19:17 PM UTC-5, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Ha! Aye, Craig. Doubtless, biking and snow have gone together from the > very beginning. > > With abandon, > Patrick > -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[RBW] Re: Calif. Atlantis rider on the GAP last week?

2017-10-30 Thread &#x27;Bikie#4646&#x27; via RBW Owners Bunch
Well, Doug, you have a Doppleganger on this coast! I'm not disappointed, hearing that you plan a GAP trip with the wife sometime. You will enjoy it! Combine it with a C&O trip to D.C. and you have some of the best trail riding we can offer. I'm in Va., but let me know if you nail down dates. Ma

[RBW] Calif. Atlantis rider on the GAP last week?

2017-10-30 Thread &#x27;Bikie#4646&#x27; via RBW Owners Bunch
When my brother-in-law, Ian, lived in L.A., Calif. for a number of years, I flew out to ride with him and his great bunch of buddies. (And visit my sister, too, of course)! One of those I enjoyed meeting was Doug P. who posts here. (I've been preoccupied lately and have not been able to visit

[RBW] Re: OT: New Bike Shed Day

2017-10-30 Thread &#x27;Bikie#4646&#x27; via RBW Owners Bunch
Wonderful design Erl! Love the design. Paul Germain Midlothian, Va. On Monday, October 30, 2017 at 7:52:45 AM UTC-4, WETH wrote: > > Riv content is the Riv contents: Rosco Bubbe, Romulus, and Road Standard. > > Short version: photos of my two new bike sheds recreated from two photos > found onli

[RBW] Re: Sam Hillborn

2017-03-17 Thread &#x27;Bikie#4646&#x27; via RBW Owners Bunch
Carla, I'm a bit late with a reply, but I have had two Sam Hillbornes. The first was a double TT 56cm, 2010 vintage - a tad bit too large for me. I used it for rough touring and was satisfied. But, I sold it and bought the beautiful black & cream 55 cm single TT and moved all components - inclu

[RBW] Re: FS - LN Carradice Camper Longflap

2017-01-20 Thread &#x27;Bikie#4646&#x27; via RBW Owners Bunch
The bag is spoken for, pending Payment. Thanks all. Paul Germain Midlothian, Va. On Friday, January 20, 2017 at 4:15:22 PM UTC-5, Bikie#4646 wrote: > > *(Please excuse the cross-post from the RBW list).* > > FS - Like new Carradice Camper Longflap, 24 Liters, 35cm wide x 24cm high, > 23cm deep,

[RBW] FS - LN Carradice Camper Longflap

2017-01-20 Thread &#x27;Bikie#4646&#x27; via RBW Owners Bunch
*(Please excuse the cross-post from the RBW list).* FS - Like new Carradice Camper Longflap, 24 Liters, 35cm wide x 24cm high, 23cm deep, beautifully-made bag. Used only 3 times, never in rain or without fenders. Bag not left on bike between uses; absolutely no fading or wear. Very slight rubbi

[RBW] Re: FS - Nitto Noodles, Lugged Stem, B17, CrossRIDE tires.

2017-01-14 Thread &#x27;Bikie#4646&#x27; via RBW Owners Bunch
All sold except the 41cm Noodles. Anyone? Thanks, Paul On Saturday, January 14, 2017 at 4:03:08 PM UTC-5, Bikie#4646 wrote: > > *Hey all, left from a frame sale:* > > Nitto Lugged Stem, 26mm x 100mm. Used, in very good condition. Price on > Rivendell site: $228. Will sell for $110, shipped, CONU

[RBW] Re: What is the most interesting thing in you parts bin?

2017-01-14 Thread &#x27;Bikie#4646&#x27; via RBW Owners Bunch
Chris, -20 and 4 feet of snow? And you're not building that thing? Shame! Paul Germain Midlothian, Va. On Friday, January 13, 2017 at 7:42:04 PM UTC-5, Christopher Murray wrote: > > It's -20 with about 4 feet of snow here so I did a little parts bin > organizing. Made me wonder what interesting t

[RBW] Re: FS - Nitto Noodles, Lugged Stem, B17, CrossRIDE tires.

2017-01-14 Thread &#x27;Bikie#4646&#x27; via RBW Owners Bunch
Sold, the Nitto Lugged Stem and the Brooks B17. The Noodles and the Conti CrossRIDE tires still up for sale. Thanks all, Paul Germain On Saturday, January 14, 2017 at 4:03:08 PM UTC-5, Bikie#4646 wrote: > > *Hey all, left from a frame sale:* > > Nitto Lugged Stem, 26mm x 100mm. Used, in very goo

[RBW] FS - Nitto Noodles, Lugged Stem, B17, CrossRIDE tires.

2017-01-14 Thread &#x27;Bikie#4646&#x27; via RBW Owners Bunch
*Hey all, left from a frame sale:* Nitto Lugged Stem, 26mm x 100mm. Used, in very good condition. Price on Rivendell site: $228. Will sell for $110, shipped, CONUS. Nitto Noodle bars, 41cm. Used, in very good condition. Rivendell site: $73. Will sell for $40, shipped, CONUS. Brooks B17, honey

[RBW] Re: Has anyone used this bell?

2017-01-12 Thread &#x27;Bikie#4646&#x27; via RBW Owners Bunch
Steve, I'm down near Richmond, but can attest to the worthiness of the Spurcycle bell. I was a part of the original Kickstarter campaign. After that, I purchased two more (at considerably higher prices)! Very elegant, minimalist and a nice piercing sound that gets attention. These guys did a gr

[RBW] Re: Best of 2016

2017-01-09 Thread &#x27;Bikie#4646&#x27; via RBW Owners Bunch
And "Mr. Crust" himself from the Phila. Bike Expo in November: https://www.flickr.com/photos/bikecrazy-paul/30568925680/in/album-72157676265277926/ Paul Germain Midlothian, Va. On Monday, January 9, 2017 at 10:56:36 AM UTC-5, Mark in Beacon wrote: > > Interesting landscape beausage. Love the crus

[RBW] Re: Best of 2016

2017-01-08 Thread &#x27;Bikie#4646&#x27; via RBW Owners Bunch
I'm a bit late with these, but had such a hard time editing down to just 16! Over 5,000 miles in the year I turned 70! How lucky is THAT? https://www.flickr.com/photos/bikecrazy-paul/albums/72157675219256053 Paul Germain, Midlothian, Va. > -- You received this message because you are subs

[RBW] Re: Best of 2016

2017-01-08 Thread &#x27;Bikie#4646&#x27; via RBW Owners Bunch
On Sunday, January 1, 2017 at 8:40:53 PM UTC-5, stonehog wrote: > > It feels like the time of year to post your "best of 2016" - are ya with > me?? OK - I'll start it off with the obligatory blog post (dwindling these > days): https://stonehog.com/2016/12/31/2016-redux > > And Flickr album:

[RBW] FS - new Acorn bag

2016-12-18 Thread &#x27;Bikie#4646&#x27; via RBW Owners Bunch
Forgive the cross-post. I have a new unused Acorn Medium / Large Saddle Bag in Khaki for sale as seen here: https://www.acornbags.com/collections/rear-bags/products/medium-large-saddlebag?variant=1113865760 I just purchased it, but decided to go with a rando bag instead. If you missed the recent

[RBW] Re: AHH For Loaded Touring?

2016-08-10 Thread &#x27;Bikie#4646&#x27; via RBW Owners Bunch
Hunter, You may be able to have your cake and eat it, too. When I found my sport tourer bike was a bit too wimpy for 4 full panniers and racks, I started using a BOB trailer when I went a-touring. On rail trails (read: flat, not always paved) I even used it on a SS ridged 29er mountain bike. It

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