Here's a little poll so we can settle the date for the gathering:
http://doodle.com/f9aztytidfibbtam
Choose one or more, please, and we'll go with the one that gets the most.
Thanks
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For the Bay Area, there are hostels in the Marin headlands and in Pt.
Reyes. You can reserve them as a group, but you'd need to do it soon, I'm
sure.
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On Thu, Aug 1, 2013 at 12:53 PM, Andy Smitty Schmidt <54ca...@gmail.com>wrote:
> I wonder if we could find some sort of B&B type plac
This is the 3rd e-mail I received on the topic. Do you have 3 bars for
sale? Can you figure out what you want to say in draft form and only send
one e-mail please?
On Fri, Apr 26, 2013 at 8:19 PM, Michael wrote:
> NITTO Moustache bar.
> Came with the Bleriot I got last year. I never rode on it.
Very cool! I've been thinking of trying that with my 56 Bomba and the Paul
brakes. Did you measure BB height? I'm just curious for comparison's sake.
And let us know when you try a 23mm road slick on it.
happy trails
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On Mon, Apr 22, 2013 at 11:15 AM, Leslie wrote:
> Ok, so I'm usua
It's hard to assess anything without a picture. Miele is a Canadian company
founded by an Italian in the early '80s. Their early bikes were road racers
and sport tourers, made with varying grades of Columbus tubing, and are
probably worth $100 if in good condition. Though if it has a Columbus Aelle
Upside down Noodle bars would be very comfortable.
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On Tue, Apr 16, 2013 at 3:02 PM, PATRICK MOORE wrote:
> Interest thread. I've tried upside-down upright bars and they all hurt my
> left palm, so when I try Albatrosses, it will be in the "up" position.
>
> I think this is what I'l
How tall is she? I would think that would be the limiting factor. There are
road racing bikes with 24" wheels, both new (mostly aluminum but even some
cf) and vintage steel with lugs. I don't know how easy it would be to find
a vintage one, but if you queried the Classics Rendezvous list, you'd
pro
Congrats! It would be hard to do better than that for your first Riv!
happy trails
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On Mon, Apr 15, 2013 at 8:56 AM, Tim Gavin
wrote:
> I bought a '97 Rivendell Road last week. I discovered Rivendell a couple
> years ago, and though I identified with Grant and his Rivendell ethos, I
We're not going to help until you post pictures.
On Thu, Apr 11, 2013 at 4:46 AM, Tim Gavin
wrote:
> I just bought a '97 Rivendell from a gent on craigslist. I forgot to ask
> him what model it is! I'll probably bug him today to be sure, but is there
> a way to tell the model from the serial?
Does it need to be a new bike? Here's a new Schwinn LeTour on sale at
Cambria for $600.
http://www.cambriabike.com/shopexd.asp?id=171172
Limited sizes, but it has a Reynolds steel frame, triple crank, and
eyelets.
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On Wed, Apr 10, 2013 at 1:12 PM, EastBayGuy wrote:
> So my little s
On Sat, Apr 6, 2013 at 12:37 PM, PATRICK MOORE wrote:
> But a flat (instead of serrated) surface with a gritty coating of some
> sort would be better for all-round grip.
>
You need some of Phillip's pedal decks:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/philipwilliamson/5049561149/
Very comfy!
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On Mon, Mar 25, 2013 at 9:24 PM, James Warren wrote:
>
> My brother and I have been talking Bolinas Ridge or perhaps some Mount Tam
> fire roads heading generally north via dirt and then riding Drake to get back
> south this Wednesday. Anyone interested in coming or want to offer improved
> rou
On Sun, Mar 24, 2013 at 4:19 PM, Michael Hechmer wrote:
> I've never thought
> about it before, but is there any reason not to start at the stem and work a
> single length to the drops, where it could be tucked into the bar?
That was Eddy Merckx's preferred bar-taping method. I've done it both
wa
On Thu, Mar 21, 2013 at 9:37 AM, Cyclofiend Jim
wrote:
> Ha! ;^)
>
> Joe - thanks for supplying the actual facts in the case!
>
Better keep your eyes on BOM, Jim. I hear they're doing a 59 Legolas
soon, or did you already order one? (kidding)
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On Tue, Mar 19, 2013 at 3:27 PM, wrote:
> Anyone out there using Big Bens? On a SimpleOne perhaps? Checking in on
> opinions and if I should get 50 or 55s?
>
I squeezed a 50 Big Apple into my Quickbeam. It was a tighter than
ideal fit, so I doubt a 55 would fit your SO.
http://www.flickr.com/ph
The Legolas and Roadeo have the same tubing for top and seat tubes,
fork blades and chain stays. The Legolas downtube is slightly heavier
at .7/.5/.7 vs
.65/.45/65 for the Roadeo.
I've used Marathon Cross and WTB All Terrainasaurus, which measure
about 38, and they fit fine. I think I remember see
On Thu, Mar 14, 2013 at 9:14 PM, Alex Moll
wrote:
> I want one, too. Might have to call HQ, and have a chat. Now, what can I
> sell . . . .
It's much easier to buy first, then sell.
Plus the Legolas Flickr group needs to grow:
http://www.flickr.com/groups/legolas/pool/
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> How would one go about acquiring one?
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On Tue, Mar 12, 2013 at 5:14 PM, Deacon Patrick wrote:
> Based on the reviews I've read, the author appears to have incredibly poor
> logic and reason. For vibrant discussion see:
> https://groups.google.com/forum/#!topic/huaraches/n8Ap2wV-iNI
>
Those reviews are from people vested in the paleo
On Sat, Mar 9, 2013 at 8:08 AM, Michael wrote:
>> So this ratchetting keeps the lever in place?
>> Does that mean no ghost shifting will occur with a Silver Shifter?
Ghost shifting can occur with any shifter, including Silvers and index
shifters. As our peerless list master pointed out in an earl
Well, I looked again and found the Giro Zero, which is apparently an
unpadded short-finger glove:
http://www.giro.com/us_en/products/men/gloves/aero-tri/zero.html
I may have to try a pair.
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I use long-fingered unpadded gloves when I mountain bike. The lack of
padding matches well with my Ergon grips. Generally I buy whatever is
on sale at Jenson or Cambria, so I've had Fox, Descente, and Giro.
Here are some inexpensive ones at Jenson currently:
http://www.jensonusa.com/Bicycle-Gloves/
Don't neglect to add your review of the item.
On Wed, Mar 6, 2013 at 1:09 PM, William wrote:
> http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/infinite.htm
>
> It lasts forever, and Rivendell has an infinite supply of it. It's the
> Infinite Inventory Item. I'm calling it the Tri-I. Only a dollar!
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On Wed, Mar 6, 2013 at 9:42 AM, Ron MH wrote:
> I must be the ONLY poster on this list who does not like shellac on cloth
> bar tape. I do think it feels hard compared to tape alone. How could it
> not? After all, shellac is used, in one application, as a wood finish. I
> say, naked bar tape feel
On Wed, Mar 6, 2013 at 9:20 AM, Tom Goodmann wrote:
> I don't know enough about RBW and its Esteemed Founder to suss the
> resonances that inspired the company
>
I'm pretty sure the etiology is written about in a Blug, but, in short,
it's inspired by Rivendell Mountain Works. RMW was the creato
On Wed, Mar 6, 2013 at 4:11 AM, Salween <
owen%livingrivers@gtempaccount.com> wrote:
> Any experience out there with V-brakes, fenders and tires in 700c x 50mm
> range?
>
I've been using the Conti Tour Ride 650x54 with fenders and Deore V-Brakes.
A little tight getting the wheel in & out, but
On Mon, Mar 4, 2013 at 9:05 AM, Daniel wrote:
> How did they work, Jim? The "29er" or the 26"?
>
>
I used the Cascadia 29er because I already had a set for a knobby 29er. As
you probably know, they are very wide fenders and there is a lot of room
underneath for the Hetres, probably 10mm of overla
On Mon, Mar 4, 2013 at 7:27 AM, GeorgeS wrote:
> (removing fixed cup, the occasional recalcitrant seat post, etc.) So, I
When removing the fixed cup, I like to have the bb low (i.e., wheels
on the ground). In this position I can bend to reach the wrench
handle, which allows me to utilize more ba
Yes.
On Sun, Mar 3, 2013 at 9:49 PM, Daniel wrote:
> Has anyone tried the Planet Bike Cascadia with Hetres?
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On Sat, Mar 2, 2013 at 1:27 PM, PATRICK MOORE wrote:
> Well, I use Keos on the gofast and on the (I'm working on it, I'm
> working on it, OK?) still in process Ram.
>
> $35???
>
If you think that's too expensive, make your own like Phillip did:
http://www.biketinker.com/skatedeck-pedals/
You c
I'm surprised by those numbers too. I used a medium Wald zip-tied to a
Mark's rack for regular loads of 10 to 15 pounds (e.g., a gallon of milk
plus other stuff) and never had an issue.
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On Thu, Feb 28, 2013 at 3:55 PM, PATRICK MOORE wrote:
> I've not owned a Nitto rack, so these num
If one were to go to the northern boundary of Pleasanton Ridge Park, it
looks like one could hop a fence and get to Dublin Canyon Rd on what might
not be an official trail. That would allow you to continue northwards
without sidetracking too much. Of course, one would need to be willing to
ride on
There's a bikepacking forum with lots of ideas for routes, equipment, etc.,
http://www.bikepacking.net/forum/index.php?www
Look at the ultra racing part of the forum for ideas too. The route of the
Colorado Trail Race, for example, would make a good bikepacking trip.
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On Mon, Feb 25,
Wald makes what they call a rear rack, but I don't see why you couldn't put
it on the front:
http://www.amazon.com/Wald-Rear-Bike-Rack-Chrome/dp/B000C129JM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1361727442&sr=8-1&keywords=wald+rack
Many of the Wald baskets will bolt to dropouts and mount to the handlebars
at the
Schedule it! Just make sure our peerless leader can make it.
On Thu, Feb 21, 2013 at 7:14 PM, Philip Williamson <
philip.william...@gmail.com> wrote:
> Hmmm... North Bay Entmoot?
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On Wed, Feb 20, 2013 at 8:41 PM, hsmitham wrote:
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> I asked my LBS and they figured it couldn't be done.
>
Wow, I'm all for supporting one's LBS, but it's too bad they have such
limited knowledge.
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Time for doggy valium.
On Tue, Feb 19, 2013 at 1:26 PM, PATRICK MOORE wrote:
> Thanks for the responses so far. I did try to introduce him to it by
> tossing in bits of food (he would whine, approach from all sides
> except the open top, then finally work up his courage to dart in and
> grab the
Gradual introduction of new things combined with rewards is best for high
strung pets. Leave the pack open and put something familiar to him in it --
towel, chew toy, etc. And then reward him with a treat when he approaches
the pack, gets in it, etc. Once he's comfortable getting in the pack on his
On Fri, Feb 15, 2013 at 2:49 PM, cyclotourist wrote:
> But a bike to keep riding even when elderly would be a step through frame.
> So Foy/Gomez.
>
Although I respect everyone's ability to look to his or her own future, I
just don't see that getting old necessitates a mixte. If you ride
frequentl
On Thu, Feb 14, 2013 at 9:17 AM, Cyclofiend Jim wrote:
>
> Mark's bikes are a pretty much the holy trinity in my book...
>
>
But there are 4 shown. Is this a koan?
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On Mon, Feb 11, 2013 at 9:37 AM, William wrote:
> All the Staff Bikes that have a Mark's Rack installed use two pairs of
> struts, both running to the mid fork braze on.
No, if you look at Vince's, Grant's, and Mark's QB, you'll see a hub area strut.
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On Sat, Feb 9, 2013 at 10:53 PM, hangtownmatt wrote:
> yet I do not believe I've ever seen it or read about it before. Am I
> missing something, or is this a good idea?
I've never used more than one set of struts for a Mark's rack, but if
you look at the staff bikes, you'll see several with a hu
It looks like he's just using them as part of his portfolio. I
couldn't see any place where they are for sale.
On Sun, Feb 10, 2013 at 4:49 PM, grant wrote:
> A bit of a surprise. Dan Blackman is a talented artist, and I found out
> about him when I toured the Pointer Brand factory in Bristol, VA
On Thu, Feb 7, 2013 at 2:22 PM, Liesl wrote:
> I could report
> back to the group and confirm that you do in fact exist!
What? Patrick's not a creation of our collective subconscious?
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On Thu, Feb 7, 2013 at 12:37 PM, Mike wrote:
> As for clearance, I seem to remember that it couldn't handle a 2.25
> tire.
My Bombadil easily handles 2.25 knobbies. Not with fenders, but if I'm
running big knobs I don't want fenders.
On Thu, Feb 7, 2013 at 8:39 AM, Montclair BobbyB
wrote:
> I'
I am incredibly sorry for your loss, and saddened by the story. I hope
you and your family find solace.
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On Wed, Feb 6, 2013 at 12:50 PM, John wrote:
> We were lucky to have a sunny day in the 60's here in NE Alabama yesterday.
> I took a nice long ride on my Ram to visit my 16 year-o
On Tue, Feb 5, 2013 at 9:50 PM, Scot Brooks wrote:
> maybe some angle to the > bars so I have a better angle to brace myself
> against.
>
I think it's mostly a matter of personal preference. If you look at
the staff bike page, http://www.rivbike.com/Staff-Bikes-s/766.htm ,
you'll see a lot of di
On Tue, Feb 5, 2013 at 12:55 PM, PATRICK MOORE wrote:
>
> Tho' perhaps the 25.4 is no longer made?
>
That's why it says this in the listing: "Item is discontinued and is
no longer available"
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On Tue, Feb 5, 2013 at 12:41 PM, René Sterental wrote:
> I can't seem to make sense of why you cannot use a Nitto Dirt Drop stem with
> the Woodchiper bars... I don't have them, but it puzzles me...
>
The Woodchipper only comes with a 31.8 clamp diameter.
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On Sat, Feb 2, 2013 at 10:33 AM, Steve Palincsar wrote:
> And you then know exactly how I feel about excessive stiffness. Do you
> dispute that double top tubes would increase the stiffness of the top
> tube?
>
I don't dispute that double tt adds stiffness. What I dispute is you
judging it exces
Nice pics, and very useful looking rack. Is Dustin taking Pineapple
Bob's place as tester/model? Just kidding, Dustin, don't give up your
day job yet.
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On Thu, Jan 31, 2013 at 7:23 PM, sameness wrote:
> Some sneaky glimpses up on the S24O Tumblr:
>
> http://25.media.tumblr.com/aba0e9e
On Thu, Jan 31, 2013 at 9:38 PM, Aaron Thomas wrote:
> John's bike keeps with historical precedent. As with his bike showcased in
> the previous Staff Bikes collection, the current one on display sports his
> patented family jewels-busting saddle tilt. It gives me the willies just
> looking at it.
On Thu, Jan 31, 2013 at 9:20 PM, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery
wrote:
> Is this even legal?
>
Oh come on, everyone knows $2 bills aren't real money.
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That's Chris Kostman's bike, which is the 1st All Rounder. You can see
the story here:
http://www.xo-1.org/2011/11/for-sale-rivendell-all-rounder-1995.html
It was originally painted orange like an XO-1, but was re-painted
fairly recently. There are some great pictures of it in the Velo Cult
museum
On Tue, Jan 29, 2013 at 7:53 AM, mike wrote:
>
> 32/22 (if you mean F/R) is great for climbing, but low for the flats unless
> you really love to spin!
Well, at the top of the mountain I flipped the gearing back to 40/16.
jim
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On Mon, Jan 28, 2013 at 8:45 PM, Scot Brooks wrote:
> Here's a dummy question for the experienced 2x2 folks; how do you change the
> gears when the chain is (presumably) under fairly high tension? Do you give
> the wheel some slack in the dropout and then just tighten it back up?
>
In the highe
Simple answer -- yes. For inspiration, consider Eric Norris
(campyonlyguy), who rode across the country and rode the
Paris-Brest-Paris on a QB with only one fixed gear.
I've ridden up Mt Diablo with a 32/22 on QB, and there are no climbs
that big between SF and LA. Go for it!
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On Mon,
Here's a tool (there are others) that will let you search all of Craigslist:
http://www.my-craigs-finder.com/
There are a lot of nice vintage Treks still out there, so I'm sure one
will turn up.
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> On Mon, Jan 28, 2013 at 10:18 AM, PATRICK MOORE wrote:
>>
>> Great. The new Midge on the Fargo is 2 cm above the saddle.
>>
>> Before I plunk down, does anyone have recommendations or suggestions for
>> other makes, or are there any rear panniers for dogs?
I've seen open top grocery panniers us
I think the only 1" threaded fork with canti mounts for 26" bikes
still made is by Dimension:
http://www.amazon.com/Dimension-26-Mountain-Fork/dp/B003UW7Z26/ref=pd_sim_sbs_sg_1
But you can also find them on ebay for not too much.
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On Sun, Jan 27, 2013 at 5:55 PM, Bruce Herbitter
wrot
On Sun, Jan 27, 2013 at 9:41 AM, Olivier Chetelat wrote:
> Friends of fine lugged bicycles,
> Here's a pictorial report on yesterday Joe Appaloosa ride.
Great pics! Are you contemplating adding one to your stable?
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On Wed, Jan 23, 2013 at 9:49 AM, Lyle Bogart wrote:
> Jim,
>
> How could I have forgotten about that?! Embarrassing!! Thanks for the
> reminder--the Atlantis just got that much closer to The Perfect Bike :-)
>
> Cheers!
>
> lyle
Of course, I'm not actually advocating for a one-bike solution, but
On Wed, Jan 23, 2013 at 4:46 AM, Lyle Bogart wrote:
>If the Atlantis had the
> capacity to become a fixed gear with a simple swap o' the wheel it would be
> The Perfect Bike. . . perhaps I should have the Atlantis modified with
> horizontal drop outs. . .
All you need is a White Eno eccentric hub
Seen on CL: http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/bik/3563538367.html
Keep your eye out for it.
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On Mon, Jan 21, 2013 at 5:57 PM, Erin R
wrote:
> Is this a frame that would be appropriate for sitting straighter up or
> straight up ? From speaking w Grant about ten days ago he said that Boscoe
> bars would be helpful and a part that makes the handlebars taller as well.
I think one of the st
On Tue, Jan 22, 2013 at 7:12 AM, Thomas McCause wrote:
> I had a pair on my simple one for quite some time before it was sold...there
> was plenty of clearance
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/26259416@N05/7510584792/in/photostream
The R&R's look great on your SO. It seems that there is some
variab
I've done that on a couple of bikes, including a Bombadil, and find it
very useful gearing. A 24 with a 32 in back will get a loaded Bomba up
most hills. I've used the steel 24 ring that Riv sells. It's been
fine. What are you switching from?
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On Mon, Jan 21, 2013 at 7:15 PM, Jared Vol
On Mon, Jan 21, 2013 at 4:01 PM, wrote:
> Hey folks
> Just wondering what the general consensus is for the best combination of fat
> and supple tires for 700c. I currently have Pasela 32c on it but would like a
> bit more cush if I can get it while not
> going full on Schwalbe tank.
I had 700
Definitely an epic ride! My legs burn just thinking of all that
distance and climbing with a fixed gear.
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On Mon, Jan 21, 2013 at 1:48 PM, wrote:
> Oh, the places my Quickbeam has taken me. Came across this blog post from
> 2006 as I was responding to another email … photos and repor
The geometries are quite different. You can compare here:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AjehUKAztnO8dEFRVEYxUWpxeXNPMHZMeDZINmNUMWc#gid=0
On Mon, Jan 21, 2013 at 11:08 AM, wrote:
> Are the geometries the same? I don't follow enough to know, honestly.
>
> -J
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The Renovelo offered now started as a Rambouillet, which is pretty
different from a Hunq. The size is fairly similar, 60cm top tube/88cm
standover for the Renovelo vs 62TT/91 standover for the Hunq. But the
Hunq takes a much wider tire and canti brakes. If you can live with
35mm tires, it's a great
Based on this picture, I would suggest dropping your seat about a
centimeter. Tight hamstrings can cause lower back pain when your leg
extends too far.
On Sat, Jan 19, 2013 at 10:49 PM, Michael wrote:
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On Sat, Jan 19, 2013 at 1:23 PM, René Sterental wrote:
> 3) Can I extrapolate these values to tubeless MTB tires as well?
Tubeless tires run significantly lower pressure than tubed. I'm 225
lbs, and on dirt I run 25 psi tubeless when I would be running at
least 40psi with tubes.
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On Fri, Jan 18, 2013 at 2:59 PM, Steven Frederick wrote:
> The Herons were Rivendell's first stock models. They were "blue collar,"
> frames "90-some percent" of the o
http://rivbike.tumblr.com/
Extensive post with new video about RBW staff. Great stuff by Jay, as
usual; it's nice to see his video work again.
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On Wed, Jan 16, 2013 at 10:40 AM, Michael wrote:
>
> I guess my dissatisfaction is with the 34 ring being not low enough for
> climbs, while being too low for downhills. The big ring being too big for
> everything but downhills for me.
Triples are fine. I like sub-compact doubles -- I use a 46/3
On Thu, Jan 10, 2013 at 8:26 AM, Allingham II, Thomas J
wrote:
> I decided it was silly to have a commuter bike without fenders, so much as I
> loved the Bruce Gordon Rock ‘n’ Roads, they had to go. Here are a few pics
> of Mystery Bike v. 2.0, with brown Schwalbe Delta Cruisers and Longboards.
On Wed, Jan 9, 2013 at 8:03 AM, Paul Y wrote:
>I'd much prefer a 2" tire on my next visit.
>
Looks like a great ride! Thanks for documenting it for us. 2" tires?
You're going to need a Hunq or Bomba for the next trip.
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Here's a nice orange Bomba:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/leslie_bright/7150235995/in/photostream/
And a nice orange double TT Bomba:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/45758191@N04/4779108114/in/faves-20986098@N04/
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On Tue, Jan 8, 2013 at 10:39 AM, Peter M wrote:
> Anyone have any pics of thier
> bombadil they can share so I can play off some ideas?
>
I'm partial to clear coat over bare metal:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/20986098@N04/8155803596/in/photostream
But purple and orange sound good too.
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>> Great bike in great condition, a couple small paint scratches. My
>> proto-Bomba has taken its place, otherwise I wouldn't be selling it.
>>
>> jim mather
>> walnut creek ca
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On Thu, Jan 3, 2013 at 10:35 PM, Michael wrote:
>> What kinda Carradice did that guy have on his bike in this pic? Did you
>> catch the model name?
It's a Barley:
http://www.carradice.co.uk/index.php?page_id=product&product_id=43
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> On 01/03/13, Joe Bernard wrote:
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> Liesl Chatman!!
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I'll be at BART to meet the 9:40 train. If you get there early and
need coffee, there's a Starbucks about a block away at Jones & Treat.
And if you're not familiar with Diablo, bring food; there's nothing to
buy on the mountain.
happy new year!
On Mon, Dec 31, 2012 at 4:27 PM, Joe Bunik wrote:
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ouple small paint scratches. My
proto-Bomba has taken its place, otherwise I wouldn't be selling it.
jim mather
walnut creek ca
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On Sun, Dec 30, 2012 at 9:23 PM, Kelly wrote:
> Looks very similar to the Bombadil
>
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/8112777098/in/set-72157631828024667/
Yes, the asymmetric stays are similar, but the App' has much longer
chainstays and top tube than a Bomb'. It would be difficult to fit
On Mon, Dec 31, 2012 at 10:29 AM, Brewster Fong wrote:
>> That would explain the popularity of those Pake Urban bikes, Public
>> bikes, and a whole store on Market Street for Dutch city anchors (I
>> mean bikes), none of which would make it up California St without a
>> push.
>
>
> I don't know, l
Lime Ridge was quite rideable yesterday, with a few muddy spots. After
another day of sun today, trail conditions should be perfect tomorrow.
Currently 47F in Walnut Creek and 34F up on Diablo, so you may want to
bring a jacket and gloves for the ride down.
On Mon, Dec 31, 2012 at 9:57 AM, Joe Bun
On Mon, Dec 31, 2012 at 8:19 AM, Brewster Fong wrote:
> Maybe I'm spoiled, but living here in the SF Bay Area, we have tons of
> places to ride and there's always hills, especially here in SF.
That would explain the popularity of those Pake Urban bikes, Public
bikes, and a whole store on Market S
On Sat, Dec 29, 2012 at 5:54 PM, Benz, Sunnyvale, CA
wrote:
> That front derailleur cable routing appears to be jerry-rigged.
Rumor has it that these will become production models. Maybe they'll
add a front derailer stop.
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On Sat, Dec 29, 2012 at 9:03 AM, allenmichael wrote:
> I am trying to makeshift a bullmoose bar with a nitto flat bar (surly
> torsion), together with a dirt drop stem. I'm wondering whether to use the
> longer dirt drop or the shorter. Any advice?
>
What about the bullmoose are you trying to app
On Wed, Dec 26, 2012 at 9:40 PM, Manuel Acosta
wrote:
> If it's dry I want to find my way toward this infamous green ranch. Join me
> if you expect to get lost.
>
Green Ranch designed by William Wurster --- as it was:
http://content.cdlib.org/ark:/13030/hb1g5003js/FID19.jpg , and as it
is now wit
On Sat, Dec 22, 2012 at 4:20 PM, Michael wrote:
>> OK, so, school me.
>
Search the Riv group, the BOB group, the 650B group, the Bleriot
Owners Group, and completed Ebay listings for Bleriot listings. Then,
take an educated guess. If it doesn't sell, you priced it too high.
Give a man a price an
On Fri, Dec 21, 2012 at 6:28 PM, Manuel Acosta
wrote:
> I like riding the dirt up. weather permitting I say dirt.
>
I was thinking road up, dirt down, but I'm open. Also,there will
probably be enough locals to take at least a couple of different
routes.
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On Fri, Dec 21, 2012 at 11:06 AM, Steve Palincsar wrote:
>
> And if double-top-tube Rivs were campeurs and similar, I'd be perfectly
> fine with that. What really bothers me is adding that kind of
> stiffening on already too stiff frames not meant to be heavy load
> carriers in the first place, e
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On Fri, Dec 21, 2012 at 10:29 AM, ted wrote:
> Sounds great. Would that MUP be the Contra Costa Canal Trail to Lime
> Ridge open space? Or the Iron Horse down past RBW and cut over to
> Shell Ridge? Or ...?
>
> On Dec 20, 9:57 am, Jim Mather wrote:
>> On Thu, Dec 20
Sounds great! We should plan a Marin ride also; maybe a Mt Tam climb?
Weather update: 52 degrees this morning, many clouds and heavy rain
forecast. Unsettled weather next week but looks like it may dry up for
New Year's.
jim m
wc ca
On Thu, Dec 20, 2012 at 11:48 PM, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery
No -- the build kit has sidepull brakes. Your Speciallisimo takes cantis.
jim m
wc ca
On Thu, Dec 20, 2012 at 12:55 PM, Chris wrote:
> Hey guys,
> I have a 57cm 1984 Univega Speciallisimo touring frame and I'd love to put a
> 700 drop Sam build on that. Is that doable at my LBS?
> I'm obviously
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