[RBW] Re: February SCAM :Warning Reminder Message

Thanks for keeping us informed Jim. You provided a fine service. I also really appreciate your sentiment: 'And we do not fall for scams because we are stupid. We fall for scams because we are human.' I do remember reading (on The Radavist, I believe) that it is also good practice to ask a selle

Re: [RBW] Riv default 113 BB, Tange headset

> Shimano 9, 10, 11…). Again nothing to solve if you’re already running the > kit and it’s to your satisfaction. > > On Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 9:05:37 PM UTC-7 John Rinker wrote: > >> After reading through these comments I realize that I lack the >> understanding

Re: [RBW] Riv default 113 BB, Tange headset

After reading through these comments I realize that I lack the understanding of how one would calculate the proper BB length for a particular crank- say, an XT M737 triple on my Hunqapillar? I've got a 113 on there now, but only because that's what came with the bike when it had the Sugino XD t

[RBW] Re: Wonky Wheel Building

many a different forum discussions, I bet they'll replace > it without fuss. > On Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 4:22:53 PM UTC-5 John Rinker wrote: > >> An update from the 'Live and Learn' files... >> >> After spending some time this morning playing with t

Re: [RBW] 36 Views of Mt Diablo (aka Grant's Mountain)

Whoa Mike! That's a lovely photo. What a dreamy day that must have been! Cheers, John On Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 10:29:17 AM UTC-8 Mike Godwin wrote: > From April 2014, 8 months before my move to the Central Coast. Resized > photo. > > On Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 9:38:03 PM UTC-8 Joh

[RBW] Re: Wonky Wheel Building

Someday you'll buy a new rim and build a new wheel. That's it! > > Bill Lindsay > El Cerrito, CA > > On Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 9:08:17 AM UTC-8 John Rinker wrote: > >> Thank you Michael and Garth. >> >> Michael, I have followed your suggestions and t

[RBW] Re: 36 Views of Mt Diablo (aka Grant's Mountain)

Cool project Eric! It would be great if those 36 views encompassed a 360-degree range of the mountain. On occasion, I hiked those trails 30 years ago when I lived in SF. This was before I had any real awareness that people have been living and hiking that mountain for hundreds of generations. I

Re: [RBW] What's the new model going to be in 2025?

Hey Doug, Klunkers were the original mountain bikes and were cobbled together from older Schwinn newsboy bicycles (or some such). There's a fine film over on The Radavist called Camera Corner which sheds more light on this. Che

Re: [RBW] Slipping/sliding/jumping/ghosting gears on a new Platypus

e can. >> >> >> Liz in Cincinnati >> >> On Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 12:58:04 AM UTC-5 schralp wrote: >> >>> Whole town burned in apocalyptic firestorm. Lost more that just the >>> platy. >>> >>> -Bill >>> >>&

Re: [RBW] Slipping/sliding/jumping/ghosting gears on a new Platypus

Hey Liz, I must speak for more than a few of us when I say I'd love to see a photo of your Platy! Perhaps on the group ride, or with your mechanics, or whatever. It's always such a pleasure to put a picture with a story. And speaking of stories, Bill, I'm sorry your Platy is gone. How did your

Re: [RBW] Slipping/sliding/jumping/ghosting gears on a new Platypus

Hello Liz, After you've tried the very sage advice already given (except getting rid of your Silver Shifters!), if you're still having problems perhaps you can look at the derailleur hanger and make sure it's not slightly bent. Your ghost shifting in the 'highest 3 gears' is the opposite of my

[RBW] Re: WTB: Nitto Campee Mini-Front Rack 32F

Found one! Thanks Ben. Cheers, John On Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 10:59:47 PM UTC-8 Ben R wrote: > Just sent ya a PM! I got one. > > > On Friday, January 3, 2025 at 9:35:29 PM UTC-8 John Rinker wrote: > >> Hey All, >> >> Should anyone have one of these racks

[RBW] Re: New member introduction

Hey Ryan, Welcome, and very nicely kitted bikes! The Appaloosa seems like the perfect bike for the Santa Cruz mountains. Cheers, John On Monday, January 6, 2025 at 11:51:22 AM UTC-8 rds...@gmail.com wrote: > Hi all, > > I'm Ryan from Moraga, CA in the Bay Area. I'm new as of late last year >

[RBW] Re: Long Time Lurker, New Riv Owner!

Welcome Michael! What a beautiful build. The black Hunt rims really look neat with that lime-olive paint. Well done, and enjoy the ride! Cheers, John On Friday, January 3, 2025 at 5:59:19 PM UTC-8 babypop wrote: > Hi All, > > I hope your new year is off to a rolling start! > > I've been lurkin

Re: [RBW] New Bike Day: My take on a Charlie H. Gallop

Very nicely done Bill! The bicycle kinda of has a 70s Honda cafe racer vibe to it. Looks like a fun ride indeed! Cheers, John On Sunday, December 29, 2024 at 1:32:03 PM UTC-8 Ryan wrote: > Your usual eclectic and tasteful buildlove those new Riv headtube > lugs. Blue accents on the gold fr

[RBW] Re: Video: Repairing Pam Murray's Silver shifters

ed the > spring, pawl and ratchet washer. Can't remember if I used T9 or Tri-Flow > > On Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 10:57:16 PM UTC-5 John Rinker wrote: > >> Hey Eric, >> >> Is there any merit to lightly lubricating any part of the ratchet >> shifte

Re: [RBW] Winter Photos 2024/2025

tside Toronto so there will be no mountains in my shots ;-) > > Jason > > On Dec 15, 2024, at 11:30 PM, John Rinker wrote: > > Inspired by Jay's B&W, here's a shot of coffee by the Slocan from 2 days > ago. > > > A brisk ride. Light snowfall. Sipping c

Re: [RBW] Winter Photos 2024/2025

Agree with John B. That shot is wonderful! Very chunky indeed. Looks like good fun. Cheers, John On Monday, December 16, 2024 at 12:25:25 PM UTC-8 John Bokman wrote: > Dig that shot Shane! > > John > > > On Monday, December 16, 2024 at 10:35:00 AM UTC-8 shane...@gmail.com > wrote: > >> Here's

[RBW] Re: Video: Repairing Pam Murray's Silver shifters

Hey Eric, Is there any merit to lightly lubricating any part of the ratchet shifters for smoother action? Or would this defeat the friction effect? Cheers, John On Sunday, March 10, 2024 at 11:06:37 AM UTC-7 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > Thanks everyone for checking out the project and for the ki

[RBW] Re: Ultegra Headset Bearings- Serviceable?

success. They are meant to be replaced but last for a > very long time. > > Will > > On Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 12:25:33 PM UTC-5 John Rinker wrote: > >> Thanks, Bill! I always appreciate your thoughts on maintaining a nice >> bicycle. Yes, the headset is sm

[RBW] Re: Ultegra Headset Bearings- Serviceable?

t is > possible. If your bearings are as hosed as mine were, give it a go. If > you think they seem fine, they probably are. > > Bill Lindsay > El Cerrito, CA > > On Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 4:24:09 PM UTC-8 John Rinker wrote: > >> Good evening. >> &

[RBW] Re: parts & bags fs (XTR, Berthoud, Tim Tas Rek)

PM sent. Cheers, John On Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 7:23:14 AM UTC-8 Logan Eiland wrote: > Hello. A few parts and bigs for sale. Shipping from 48103. In the order > they appear in this Flickr album : > >1. Tim Tas & Rek Panniers. $125 + shipping. Excellent co

Re: [RBW] Fall Photos 2024

bumpers (as > opposed to the one-piece bumpers). > Paul Germain > Midlothian, Va. > > On Monday, December 9, 2024 at 07:39:34 PM EST, John Rinker < > jwri...@gmail.com> wrote: > Yeah Paul, I concur with RichS- that's such a beautiful bike, and that > 'vinta

Re: [RBW] Fall Photos 2024

Yeah Paul, I concur with RichS- that's such a beautiful bike, and that 'vintage Porsche blue' is...yowza! Image painting your bike 'Left to the elements VW patina'! Speaking of which, I don't know much about bumpers but don't those taillights look to be before '73? Uh oh... Cheers, John On

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 64cm Toyo/Waterford Rivendell Atlantis

fore I > opened my big mouth :) Wonder where the detail came from though, because do > I have the W on my AR and it was definitely Waterford-built > > Anyway I do like the older Atlantis and those curved chainstays are swoopy > > On Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 8:43:24 PM UTC-6 J

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 64cm Toyo/Waterford Rivendell Atlantis

I'll just add that according to a 2002 review of the Atlantis which was Toyo made, a big deal was made about the custom bent chainstays by Touhoko, the Japanese tubing vendor who seemed to have a hand in the frame. The 2002 review was by John Shubert of Adventure Cyclist. And, those curvy chai

Re: [RBW] Re: Fall Photos 2024

Another stunning photo, Jason! Yes, I'll happily follow you into the dark forest and bring the Pilsner. However, it seems mead or barley wine may be a more appropriate pairing. See you in the Spring! John On Sunday, December 1, 2024 at 9:34:32 PM UTC-8 Jason Fuller wrote: > I am happy to play

Re: [RBW] Re: Decayed Americana: newlyweds on folding bikes explore border NY State

Thanks for sharing these stories, Patrick! I suppose the argument can be made that such stories are not really relevant to a bicycle board. Of course, I'll entertain any such argument respectfully, but then I'll just appreciate that my horizons have been expanded a bit by someone willing to st

Re: [RBW] Re: Fall Photos 2024

Jason, Wow! Just, wow! That is a very gorgeous forest indeed! I'm enchanted and will be planning a road trip there in the Spring to see those trees myself. Wow! Cheers, John On Sunday, December 1, 2024 at 6:06:15 PM UTC-8 Jason Fuller wrote: > I went back to the old Sitka Spruce deep in the

Re: [RBW] Re: Video: Operation: Birthday Bike

Fun vid, a beautiful bike, and a very lucky lady! Well done sir! Cheers, John On Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 9:35:49 AM UTC-7 Danny wrote: > Nice work Keith, it turned out great!! > > Danny > Madison, WI > > On Sat, Nov 2, 2024 at 11:28 AM Steve wrote: > >> Fun video!!! Nice job putting the

Re: [RBW] Re: Keeping Saddlesack still on rear rack

ag support looks inviting but this bike has a custom > integrated rack with internal wire routing for the tail light. > > On Sun, Oct 27, 2024 at 12:31 PM John Rinker wrote: > >> Hey Patrick, >> >> I like NIck's solution if you've got a tombstone. Typica

[RBW] Re: Lost Sierra Loop Trip Report

Thanks for sharing this Diana! That's very beautiful country, and it sounds like a fine trip indeed except for the possibility of catching a stray bullet from...hunters? Adds a bit of adrenaline though. I recently rode a tour during the bow-hunting season in Oregon. It's much quieter, but then

[RBW] PSA: Riv Riders Interactive Map

Hey All, A handful of people have recently added themselves to the Map of Rivendell Riders . Cool! But, just a quick reminder: Some riders have mentioned an uneasiness with adding their specific home address due to the possibility of bike

[RBW] Re: 2024 Appaloosa has arrived. Considering putting it together myself but have never done this.

Hey Dan, Absolutely you should give it a go! These four things- stem, seat tube, saddle,and pedals- will be a fun and easy intro to wrenching your own ride. As with any new learning, take it slow, don't force anything, and don't overtighten your bolts. In the end, you will have learned a couple

[RBW] Re: Meeting other Rivendell bike owners

Hey Chris, Welcome! I know there are a couple of people nearby. You can check out the Riv Riders Map to find out more, but I'm sure your local riders will chime in. Map of Rivendell Riders If you'd like to add a pin for yourself, plea

Re: [RBW] New Yorker ran my letter to the editor re: The Art of Taking it Slow!

Well written, Caroline! While my Rivs rarely see any city, you must be correct that any Riv is just as at home on city streets as on mountain trails. Now, I do think it would be wonderful to see a photo of your Riv loaded with a Craig's List purchase or locked to a Brooklyn parking sign. Cheers

Re: [RBW] Fall Photos 2024

Hey Paul, Looks like a fine trip indeed! The photos in your flicker album are beautiful. I am especially interested in that gorgeous covered bridge. Cheers, John On Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at 6:55:13 PM UTC-7 Bikie#4646 wrote: > Eight of us (four riding Rivendells) traveled from Virginia and

Re: [RBW] Riv Rafting Redeux

ally get most of the summer. I love the >> section from the Idaho border down to my place, 16 or so miles down the >> best. They have just kept it pretty low. Hopefully we’ll have a better >> snowpack this winter! >> >> On Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at 6:54:13 PM UT

Re: [RBW] Riv Rafting Redeux

ttle raft trips. > > On Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at 6:20:06 PM UTC-7 John Rinker wrote: > >> Ryan, as you well know, these boats don't need a lot of water. I was >> along stretches yesterday where the river bottom was just inches away. >> >> Patrick, Because I live r

Re: [RBW] Riv Rafting Redeux

at, on such an excursion? > > Our acequia irrigation ditches have been full (in my area) but our river, > dammed and diverted along so much of its length, is very, very low -- 2/3 > mudflats along the Montano Bridge just now. > > On Tue, Sep 10, 2024 at 12:24 PM John Rinker wr

Re: [RBW] Northern Hemisphere Summer 2024 Photos

/routes/48199281 > > I'll have a ride report with some photos up in a week or so on my website > <https://www.crawdadcollective.com/ride_reports/ridereport.html> if > you're interested! > > -Kyle > > On Sun, Sep 8, 2024 at 12:14 PM John Rinker wr

Re: [RBW] Northern Hemisphere Summer 2024 Photos

gt; unavoidable. The heat had us getting up early to get miles done before the > hottest points of the day. It made for some great views of the morning > light on the golden rolling hills! > > Kyle > > On Sun, Sep 8, 2024 at 7:54 AM John Rinker wrote: > >> Hey Kyle, &g

Re: [RBW] Northern Hemisphere Summer 2024 Photos

jpg] > > Kyle > > On Saturday, September 7, 2024 at 8:58:28 PM UTC-7 John Rinker wrote: > >> Summer keeps on giving up here in the Slocan Valley. Atlantis on the >> Alpacka. >> [image: IMG_0508.JPG] >> Cheers, John >> On Saturday, August 31, 2024 at 1:34:14

Re: [RBW] Re: Looking for a 59cm Clem

Way to go, Tristan! Congrats! I imagine you're going to have a blast. Looking forward to the first photos. Cheers, John On Tuesday, September 3, 2024 at 6:34:56 PM UTC-7 triste...@gmail.com wrote: > Well, you guys, I just bought a 59 Susie. I think it’s going to be perfect > for the type of ri

[RBW] Re: Wheel-building Advice

Excellent resources have already been suggested. I also find the library here: https://wheelfanatyk.com/ To be filled with some fine advice. *"But the feeling of riding on wheels you built yourself- priceless."* You betcha! Take it so and enjoy! Cheers, John On Monday, September 2, 2024 at

[RBW] Re: Caveat Emptor - Confirm your seller | Scam Prevention Reminder

As always Jim, thank you for your efforts to keep this a 'good, honorable' place for bike folk to mingle and share. Cheers, John On Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 8:46:49 AM UTC-7 Cyclofiend Jim wrote: > General reminder to list members > Most transactions go off without a hitch. That is due to th

Re: [RBW] Re: Let’s talk: 1 Up USA, Quickr Racks

es with the handlebars on the same side, >> which is not an option on other racks. >> >> brian >> >> On Sunday, August 4, 2024 at 1:39:00 PM UTC-5 John Bokman wrote: >> >>> Much obliged for the info John. Makes sense. >>> >>> John >>

Re: [RBW] Re: Let’s talk: 1 Up USA, Quickr Racks

r above axle level, for properly > securing bike to rack. Maybe your front rack arm is higher? Or is it also > just grabbing the wheel below the level of the fender? > > Thanks! > Befendered Sam rider John > Portland, OR > > On Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 3:50:16 PM UTC-7 John

[RBW] Re: NBD - Periwinkle Sam

Beautiful build, Ted! That periwinkle truly is a lovely color. Enjoy the ride! Cheers, John On Friday, July 26, 2024 at 1:35:31 PM UTC-7 George Schick wrote: > If a person had only one choice of a bike to own for the rest of his/her > riding days this one would be it. Perfect. > > On Friday,

[RBW] Re: Horses and Donkeys

Hey George, Francis was the talking donkey! Actually, mule. Cheers, John On Monday, July 22, 2024 at 9:38:59 AM UTC-7 George Schick wrote: > Tell your sister that instead of just "Donkey" in her cell phone she > should use the name "Francis." There's a great meaning behind this name, > but I

[RBW] Re: Canadian's in the house

gt;>> >>>>> I've bought three Rivs direct from Walnut Creek and one off Joe on the >>>>> list here. If I ever find myself buying another Riv (shouldn't ... but >>>>> never say never) I would certainly consider getting thru CL Cycles. Not >

[RBW] Re: Canadian's in the house

Welcome, Jay! I'm out near Nelson, BC. I bought my Hunqapillar from Riv, but I went to the US and picked it up. My Atlantis came from a list member, but I also had it shipped to a US address. Cheers, John On Monday, July 15, 2024 at 10:33:42 AM UTC-7 Matt wrote: > I’m in Kingston, Ontario. >

[RBW] Re: My dream "forever bike" is finally done -- thanks to this group!

Hey Robert, Wow, what a beauty you've built up! I love your 'smiles to miles' metric, and I'm sure you'll find that will remain consistent throughout your life with this bike. Enjoy! Cheers, John On Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 6:55:35 AM UTC-7 Johnny Alien wrote: > Congrats Robert! That's a b

Re: [RBW] Re: Cliffhanger Squeal

Thanks for your input Hoch. The pads are several months on the bike, and everything is solid as can be in the brake arms. The pads are very slightly loose in the pad holders though. Hey Brian, Thanks for your explanation. I've just put a nickle's worth of space in the pads and still quite a squ

Re: [RBW] Re: Cliffhanger Squeal

n KY > > On Jun 28, 2024, at 7:26 PM, John Rinker wrote: > > Hey Ryan, Thanks for the further info. I'll try the dual compound as > things get wetter up here in BC. Now I'm wondering if it's something in the > nature of non-machined rims and the softer compound

[RBW] Re: Cliffhanger Squeal

e 28, 2024 at 11:34:19 AM UTC-7 fra...@gmail.com wrote: > Hey John! I used the duel compound on my Cliffhanger’s and had no squeal > so I wouldn’t hesitate to use those again either, > > On Friday, June 28, 2024 at 10:07:25 AM UTC-7 John Rinker wrote: > >> Thanks Bill. I&

[RBW] Re: Cliffhanger Squeal

ething else next. > > Bill Lindsay > El Cerrito, CA > > On Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 7:29:25 PM UTC-7 John Rinker wrote: > >> Good evening, >> >> I seem to remember some discussion from a while back about how >> Cliffhanger rims don't seem to play well

Re: [RBW] Re: Camping Rivs

Kim, That Hunq is sooo right! That first photo really shows the Hunq in its element. Cheers, John On Friday, June 28, 2024 at 7:22:38 AM UTC-7 Kim N wrote: > Here are two photos of my Hunqapillar in full camping mode: > > [image: camping_hunq_1.jpg][image: camping_hunq_2.jpg] > > --kim > > On T

[RBW] Cliffhanger Squeal

Good evening, I seem to remember some discussion from a while back about how Cliffhanger rims don't seem to play well with KoolStop salmon pads. It seems the dual compound pads are preferred. Am I remembering this correctly? I've got a wheel set of Cliffhanger rims with un-machined sidewalls th

[RBW] Re: Rivrafting: Hunq's Maiden Voyage

awesome. Love the bike and that you thought to take your Hunq on >> an inflatable raft, just awesome. >> >> On Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 8:27:46 PM UTC-4 John Rinker wrote: >> >>> The Atlantis saw lots of river time aboard the Alpackaraft while I was >>>

[RBW] Re: A PSA From Gordon Ramsay

What I find most illuminating and encouraging about this discussion is that it is such a wonderful example of civil discourse. On a topic that can be quite polarizing because of each individual's experiences and emotional investment, it is remarkable to see the conversation progress along reaso

Re: [RBW] Northern Hemisphere Spring 2024 Photos

horses changes from time to time. > > [image: PXL_20240608_173411107_ponyhenge-1800.jpg] > [image: PXL_20240608_173301255_ponyhenge-1800.jpg] > > Enjoying the last days of "spring". > - Dave > > On Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 7:17:02 PM UTC-4 John Rinker wrote: >

[RBW] Why Bicycles Will Save the Human Race

A number of years ago I was teaching children at a school in Asia, and I was invited to a learning conference to share my practice. One of the requirements for conference leaders was to present a 5-minute TED-style talk on a subject of their choice. I chose to speak about bicycles and why I bel

Re: [RBW] WTB SCAMMER ALERT - gran09861@gmail

Yup, 'gran' contacted me as well, and the first thing I did was to check here for previous activity. Seemed rather persistent. Thanks for the heads-up Jim. Cheers, Joh On Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 7:31:14 PM UTC-7 Matthew Williams wrote: > Yep, gran wrote me too: > > > On Tue, Jun 4, 2024 at 3

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv Rider Recipes

Here's a quick, easy and delicious camp dish that I call 'Cowboy Chili'. It works best if you pass through a town late in the day and are not riding much further as there's canned goods. 1 can of black beans 1 can of sweet corn kernels 1 can of chopped tomatoes (fire-roasted from Trader Joes!) 1

Re: [RBW] Touch-up paint

Excellent article Erl; thanks for sharing! Leave it to the Japanese to elevate imperfection and entropy to an art form. And Bill's characterization of beausage is spot on but, not for everyone. Cheers, John On Monday, June 3, 2024 at 12:14:11 PM UTC-7 WETH wrote: > This discussion reminded me

[RBW] Re: My new Wired Magazine article about fat, supple tires

Fine article Joe! I imagine there will now be a run on Riv bikes and RH tires. The more people on bikes, the better! Cheers, John On Thursday, May 30, 2024 at 8:18:20 AM UTC-7 Ted Durant wrote: > On Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 6:42:21 PM UTC-5 Joe Ray wrote: > > Along with being a Homer owner, m

[RBW] Re: WTB/T Nitto Tallux 5cm Stem

iday, January 12, 2024 at 7:44:49 PM UTC-8 John Rinker wrote: > Thank you, Michael! This will certainly be my next step after I give the > 'reduce, reuse' strategy a go. > > Cheers, John > > On Friday, January 12, 2024 at 3:42:37 PM UTC-8 Michael Connors wrote: >

Re: [RBW] Northern Hemisphere Spring 2024 Photos

Uh oh, Tony, I see another thread germinating: Great Breweries My Riv Steers Me Towards. Ha! Cheers, John On Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 1:31:48 PM UTC-7 Tony Lockhart wrote: > @Patrick -- Great beer in Arcata. Look up the Lost Coast Brewery if you're > ever in the area. > > On Wednesday, May

[RBW] Re: My Rivendell Platypus - A Forever Bike Build

That bike looks delicious! A very fine build indeed. Cheers, John On Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 7:57:08 PM UTC-7 Mathias Steiner wrote: > I'm a little mystified by the whole step-through thing, so a Platypus > isn't high on my personal list. > > But THAT is a great build. You can tell a lot of th

Re: [RBW] Riv-rafting

4:34:56 PM UTC-7 Patrick Moore wrote: > More interesting photos; thanks. Particularly interesting is how small the > inflatable packs up for rack carriage. > > How long does it take to unfold and inflate, and afterward to deflate and > fold up the boat? > > On Mon, May 13, 202

Re: [RBW] Northern Hemisphere Spring 2024 Photos

Beautiful photos, Jamin! What a gorgeous ride that must have been. Wow! And the color of your Atlantis is stunning. Beautiful bicycle. Cheers, John On Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 8:29:17 PM UTC-7 jamin orrall wrote: > *photos taken on an ancient 7 megapixel Olympus C-7070, fun camera! > > On Tues

[RBW] Re: Photos from last weekend's overnighter

Beautiful! It never fails that I miss Japan so after seeing your photos. I really love the one of your Hunq among the stars. Cheers, John On Sunday, May 12, 2024 at 5:51:56 AM UTC-7 diana@gmail.com wrote: > Awesome shots. What size tires were you running? > > On Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 1:

Re: [RBW] Riv-rafting

Hey Takashi, Yes, indeed, it's a lovely way to travel. Very serene for the most part. I would have enjoyed this boat when I road along the Nyodo River on Shikoku. Cheers, John On Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 4:36:00 PM UTC-7 John Rinker wrote: > Hey Robert, I remember seeing this onc

Re: [RBW] Snake-in-a-bike

I agree with Curtis. What a very fine thing you did! That looks like a variety of gopher snake. Quite beautiful, and I'm told they like to hiss. Cheers, John On Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 3:11:20 PM UTC-7 Curtis wrote: > Great save! > > On Sat, May 11, 2024, 1:41 PM Matthew Williams > wrote: >

Re: [RBW] Riv-rafting

Hey Robert, I remember seeing this once upon a time. Perhaps it's where the seed of my idea to get my bike in a boat came from. Very cool, indeed! Hey Patrick, It's hard to say. The Alpackaraft may be a little more particular about where the bike is placed, but time from arrival to launch is pr

Re: [RBW] FS: XTR m960 polished silver RD (rapid rise)

What are you asking for it? Got some photos? On Friday, May 10, 2024 at 4:58:18 PM UTC-7 NYCbikeguy wrote: > I have one too, so if anyone wants it, lmk. > > On Friday, May 10, 2024 at 7:56:42 PM UTC-4 eliot...@gmail.com wrote: > >> Pending >> >> On Fri, May 10, 2024 at 4:06 PM Eliot B wrote: >

[RBW] Re: FS: XTR m960 polished silver RD (rapid rise)

PM sent Cheers, John On Friday, May 10, 2024 at 4:06:27 PM UTC-7 eliot...@gmail.com wrote: > Asking $90 OBO -- 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

Re: [RBW] Riv-rafting

:20:11 PM UTC-7 Patrick Moore wrote: >> >>> Got it; again, sounds very interesting. I see that Alpacka boats retail >>> basically for the price of an entry-level Clem. >>> >>> I should probably buy an entry level Clem first, though. >>> >>> On

Re: [RBW] Riv-rafting

hough. > > On Thu, May 9, 2024 at 4:27 PM John Rinker wrote: > >> Hello Patrick. No trailer needed as, you guessed it, the raft rolls into >> a tidy little 5lb burrito and fits very nicely on the rack. In addition to >> the photos of the raft with the bike, I should have

Re: [RBW] Riv-rafting

and Chris some years ago did drive north, float south, then > rode his bike back north to get his car. > > On Thu, May 9, 2024 at 12:07 PM John Rinker wrote: > >> Hey Sue, >> >> I haven't tried my boat without a bike yet, but I did paddle one a few >> yea

[RBW] Re: Bar Tape and/or Grips on an Albatross Bar

Hey Doug, I've got ESI grips on my Atlantis with bar-end shifters. I have my cable running underneath the grips but not through them. Kind of like how the cable housing runs along the bottom of the cork grips Riv sells. Then Neubaums wrapped around and shellacked. I find them very comfortable.

[RBW] Re: Snake-in-a-bike

Ha! Great story and really nice photos. it's always good to make new friends! Cheers, John On Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 1:05:40 PM UTC-7 Paul in Dallas wrote: > That is remarkable. > Thanks for capturing and sharing the pics. > > I first saw this pic years ago during the time I did a few bicycl

[RBW] Re: List Admin Message: Kerfuffle of the week and what to do about scammy folks

Hey Jim, Your thoughts on this matter make perfect sense to me. Thank you very much for all you do to make our community a fun and informative place to be. Cheers, John On Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 12:46:25 PM UTC-7 Cyclofiend Jim wrote: > Hey all - > > I just removed another person who listed

Re: [RBW] Re: Northern Hemisphere Spring 2024 Photos

Beautiful photograph, Brian! Great light, gorgeous setting, and stunning bike. Cheers, John On Sunday, May 5, 2024 at 12:47:51 PM UTC-7 Brian Turner wrote: > I started out aiming for a decently long ride yesterday, but found myself > scoping out birding spots in the woods with my buddy (and fe

Re: [RBW] Dog ride

Wow, great idea for a thread: The Dogs of Riv! Not one best friend, but two! Looking forward to the photos that populate this thread. Some good ones already. Cheers, John On Monday, April 29, 2024 at 1:16:04 PM UTC-7 Patrick Moore wrote: > Oh, and for no reason except that dogs are cute and fu

[RBW] Re: Toyo Atlantis Wheelbase?

You da man, Jeff! Thank you. Cheers, John On Sunday, April 28, 2024 at 3:26:24 PM UTC-7 jeffbog...@hotmail.com wrote: > Hey John, my 64cm Toyo measures 107cm > > On Sunday 28 April 2024 at 17:04:15 UTC-5 John Rinker wrote: > >> Anyone know where I might find the wheelbase meas

[RBW] Toyo Atlantis Wheelbase?

Anyone know where I might find the wheelbase measurement for a 64cm Toyo Atlantis (circa. 2005)? I have a few older Riv geometry charts but they don't show this. Cheers, John -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

[RBW] Re: Parts for Sale

: IMG_0652.JPG] > > On Thursday, April 25, 2024 at 10:33:34 AM UTC-4 John Rinker wrote: > >> Hey Doug, >> >> I may be interested in the B17 saddle, but the link to your pics doesn't >> seem to work for me. >> >> Cheers, John >> >> On Wed

[RBW] Re: Parts for Sale

Hey Doug, I may be interested in the B17 saddle, but the link to your pics doesn't seem to work for me. Cheers, John On Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at 3:35:22 PM UTC-7 Doug H. wrote: > I have some parts that I've accumulated the past couple of years that I > need to sell to clear some space in

[RBW] Re: Drop Bombadil in the depths of the Old Forest

Man, that Bomba is cool, but that split rock is outtasight! The rock looks as though the tree roots envelop it. Next time you're by that place I'd like to see the bigger picture. What a special spot to ride an outstanding bike to. Cheers, John On Thursday, March 28, 2024 at 1:34:02 PM UTC-

[RBW] The BEST bike film!

Have you seen Will's 8mm bike film ? Maybe it's because I spent a number of years wandering around Golden Gate, or it's shot in 8mm, or the colors are so lush, or wheelies, or mud stripes, or those first tracks on the lawn? Whatever. Perhaps because

Re: [RBW] FS: Alpacka Packraft Setup + Aquabound Paddle

hey Robert, That's a great little film! Wow! Those Bromptons sure don't look very stable at speed, but they fit nicely on those rafts. I love that Alistair was wearing an airline pfd. Hopefully, the person in his seat on the next flight didn't need it. Thanks for sharing that. Cheers, John On

Re: [RBW] FS: Alpacka Packraft Setup + Aquabound Paddle

Thanks Colin. Iterating the set-up that's just right for me will only add to the fun! It looks like you've got a pannier of some sort attached to the left fork. Did you leave that attached? BTW, that's some Appaloosa! Beautiful color. Root beer? Aeroperf, that's a very cool TSF16. I once had th

Re: [RBW] FS: Alpacka Packraft Setup + Aquabound Paddle

Oooh and aaah! Thanks for the photos Colin. I wish you had posted this months ago before I bought mine! $1000 seems a good deal. C'est la vie! I have yet to use my Caribou as winter up here is more conducive to skating the river than floating it, but those days are coming soon. I appreciate s

Re: [RBW] Re: Northern Hemisphere Spring 2024 Photos

I agree with JAS- beautiful light in that photo and those blossoms are simply sublime! Cheers, John On Saturday, March 23, 2024 at 3:32:14 PM UTC-7 JAS wrote: > Beautiful photo, Jason, with the light on your bike and that blooming tree > in the background. Good work. > > On Saturday, March 2

Re: [RBW] Re: Rapid rise derailleur suggestion

the absolute normal. The different movements are just > opposite each other. > > > > On Mar 18, 2024, at 11:02 PM, John Rinker wrote: > > Just curious: What does 'high normal' mean in the derailleur world? > > > Cheers, John > > > > On Monday, Mar

[RBW] Re: Rapid rise derailleur suggestion

Just curious: What does 'high normal' mean in the derailleur world? Cheers, John On Monday, March 18, 2024 at 3:44:45 PM UTC-7 ian m wrote: > I believe the M952 is high normal, but you can't go wrong with the M951 > > On Monday, March 18, 2024 at 1:01:39 PM UTC-4 chintan...@gmail.com wrote: >

[RBW] Re: FS - Spring Cleaning - Nitto, Crust, Tektro, Etc.

PM sent on the BB7s. Cheers. On Saturday, March 16, 2024 at 5:35:39 PM UTC-7 saintruggler wrote: > PS sent for the Fleecer Ridge > > > On Saturday, March 16, 2024 at 4:51:46 PM UTC-7 J C wrote: > >> Greetings all, >> >> In making room for a new Roadeo, i've been doing some spring cleaning and >

[RBW] Re: (re-introducing) Amelia Homer Hilsen

Ha! 'Women, cats, or felonies'. Good one! Also, very beautiful bicycle. Enjoy the ride! Cheers, John On Sunday, March 17, 2024 at 6:51:51 AM UTC-7 SeanMac wrote: > What a beautiful bike. Glad it is working better for you. Looks like you > had a great ride destination! > > What do you have th

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