Re: [RBW] Re: 2025 Philadelphia Bike Expo -- anyone planning on going?

2025-02-01 Thread Tom Horton
l RUSA members and it starts near and ends at Bike Expo for anyone interested in joining from out of town.On Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 12:40:50 PM UTC-5 Tom Goodmann wrote:Hi Drew,I'm also in Atlanta; I just priced Amtrak and see that a seat in coach isn't too expensive--I didn&#x

Re: [RBW] Re: 2025 Philadelphia Bike Expo -- anyone planning on going?

2025-01-30 Thread Tom Goodmann
y Sheets with a friend; still muddy after last week's snow and all. Tom On Thu, Jan 30, 2025 at 12:30 PM Drew Fitchette wrote: > Thinking about taking Amtrak up from Atlanta so I can bring my Appa, but > worst case I'll fly up and use an Indego bike. Unless another list member >

Re: [RBW] FS new, never mounted silver2 shifters and thumb mounts 100

2025-01-27 Thread Tom Horton
Shifters sold  thanksBar still availableSent from my iPhoneOn Jan 26, 2025, at 10:12 AM, Tom Horton wrote:albastache bar 25.4    it's got velo orange city levers on it that I'll throw in for free70 for the bar   shipping not included.  dm me   410 726 7282I have pix, but not s

[RBW] FS new, never mounted silver2 shifters and thumb mounts 100

2025-01-26 Thread Tom Horton
albastache bar 25.4it's got velo orange city levers on it that I'll throw in for free 70 for the bar shipping not included. dm me 410 726 7282 I have pix, but not sure how to attach and identical to what you can see on the riv site. -- You received this message because you are

Re: [RBW] 2025 S.M.A.R.T. goals

2025-01-26 Thread Tom Horton
goals getting more realistic. this spring I'll ride 80 to celebrate my 80th; but at some point soon that's likely to be a losing game; so after this, around my birthday I'll just take a ride..;..20, 81, who knows...invite friends.come spring, if I'm feeling sporty, I might do birthday ride

Re: [RBW] Re: 2025 Philadelphia Bike Expo -- anyone planning on going?

2025-01-18 Thread Tom Horton
and try to share some routes.  Anyway,Tim in Philly @cleanupyouract@coffeeoutsidephlOn Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 6:36:49 PM UTC-5 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote:The Good Tom! I sure hope we can meet again!River - there will be rides posted on the event website. Pam often leads a ride to the Key

[RBW] Re: 2025 Philadelphia Bike Expo -- anyone planning on going?

2025-01-18 Thread Tom Goodmann
said, I'm not so sure I can get there this year, given a tight schedule in March, but I highly recommend PBE and taking part in every element of it. The vibe at PBE is excellent. Be sure to bring a bike! Good time to buy a show bike from Rivendell, too. Tom Atlanta On Saturday, Janua

Re: [RBW] Digest for rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com - 24 updates in 9 topics

2025-01-18 Thread Tom Horton
Julian  it will be good to meet you in philly  my friend patty and i came last year for two days and quite enjoyed night ride to a bike party and morning bike through the parksThinking i ll bring my quickbeam 68 this yearTom hortonSent from my iPhoneOn Jan 18, 2025, at 6:49 AM, rbw-owners-bunch@goo

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

2025-01-08 Thread Tom Wyland
Yes, I stand corrected. What Mike said. On Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 1:49:53 PM UTC-5 lconley wrote: Like Mike said, first thing to check is the derailleur hanger alignment. Laing Conley Delray Beach FL -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

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

2025-01-08 Thread Tom Wyland
cking chain wear and replacing the chain regularly, though. Tom Reston, 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-owners-bunch+unsubsc

Re: [RBW] FS: Lugged Nitto Quill Stem 90mm extension

2024-12-15 Thread 'Tom M' via RBW Owners Bunch
I have an orange bike. I need to measure my stem, which I think is 90mm, but I would definitely like to see a photo. Tom in Alexandria, VA On Sunday, December 15, 2024 at 8:01:54 PM UTC-5 ber...@bernardduhon.com wrote: > > I love the stems. I just wish the insertion was long enough lik

Re: [RBW] Re: Jack the Bike Rack

2024-12-09 Thread Tom McCabe
I have one and my feelings are mixed. I use it with an outer shell 137 basket bag. On one hand it’s great for swapping between bikes. I’ve got a hardtail I use for ripping around with my kids I’ll throw the rack/bag on there to pack snacks, coats etc. takes literally 1 minute to swap the rack from

[RBW] Re: Marin Headlands route from RBW July newsletter

2024-11-20 Thread Tom L.
I think Will said in a recent email that he's working on a guide to his favorite rides. No doubt it will be in there if you're patient. On Monday, November 18, 2024 at 2:04:50 PM UTC-8 Piaw Na wrote: > 4 route sheets: > > http://ridewithgps.com/routes/4025028, > http://ridewithgps.com/routes/40

Re: [RBW] Re: Berthoud Saddles

2024-10-25 Thread Tim Tom
Can any of you who have ridden both the Aspin and Aravis on steel bikes with 40-50mm tires share if you notice a ride quality improvement with the Ti rails? On Friday, April 19, 2019 at 5:35:49 PM UTC-7 John Phillips wrote: > Hi Kai, > I position my saddle so my sit bones are centered abou

Re: [RBW] Commuting lights in 2024?

2024-10-22 Thread 'Tom M' via RBW Owners Bunch
retired, but I like having daytime lights. When I ride at night, they're good. One other advantage, they aren't affected by cooler temperatures the way some battery lights are. When I commuted to work, I used Exposure Strada lights. Solid handlebar mounts. Tom in Alexandria, VA

Re: [RBW] Soma sale - Triple crankset $28

2024-10-22 Thread Tom Wyland
I also picked up a crankset and cassette! Thanks for the tip. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com.

Re: [RBW] Soma sale - Triple crankset $28

2024-10-19 Thread Tom Goodmann
I also got one; thanks for the heads-up! Tom On Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 2:28:54 PM UTC-4 Nick A. wrote: > I went for the 175/46-36-26 for the same reason! I've also been quite > happy with the clipped 2x crank. > > On Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 11:43:08 AM UTC-4

Re: [RBW] Cycling caps: useful or merely decorative?

2024-10-11 Thread Tom Wyland
y dropped it on the way in the front door. It was never recovered. One ride! Tom Reston, 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] Re: FS: 57 Roadini F/F/HS Sergio Green

2024-10-04 Thread Tom
The Roadini is sold. On Thursday, October 3, 2024 at 10:11:18 AM UTC-4 Tom wrote: > Really nice condition with a couple of very minor paint chips you have to > look for. No rust. > > $925 firm -- shipped and insured to continental U.S.. > > I bought this from a list member i

Re: [RBW] Re: Asking for your opinion on locking up a Riv

2024-09-30 Thread Tom Wyland
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[RBW] Re: Wolbis Slugstone may not be a road bike, but....

2024-09-29 Thread 'Tom M' via RBW Owners Bunch
On which side of that tree is the (alleged) road? Tom in Alexandria, VA On Saturday, September 28, 2024 at 7:51:04 PM UTC-4 Bill Lindsay wrote: > [image: IMG_1266.jpeg] > > I found the road that Wolbis Slugstone should be ridden on. Slum Gullion > Gulch in Dorrington, California.

Re: [RBW] “The Art of Taking it Slow” in The New Yorker

2024-09-28 Thread Tom Goodmann
Wonderful story, Leah! Thank you; you’re a very good storyteller, you know. I never miss visiting that shop when I’m in Kalamazoo. Tom On Sat, Sep 28, 2024 at 2:10 PM JAS wrote: > What a great article about Dean and her shop. She is a positive force in > the community with her work to i

Re: [RBW] Fall Photos 2024

2024-09-24 Thread Tom Goodmann
With apologies for non-fall-photo content, here are some more photos of the Goodrich AR/Proto Saluki from its previous owner: https://www.flickr.com/photos/sashae/8610508566 My observant friend from this list in South Florida notes that the Saluki has slightly longer chainstays. Tom

Re: [RBW] Re: Fall Photos 2024

2024-09-23 Thread Tom Goodmann
adjusted the geometry for the Saluki a bit, all to the good. IMHO this bike needs—and deserves—a refresh from Joe Bell. Great color, right? The bars are Salsa Cowchippers. Can’t say enough about Goodrich frames! Tom On Mon, Sep 23, 2024 at 12:56 PM John Bokman wrote: > Gorgeous frame Tom! Wh

[RBW] Re: Knicker Quest

2024-09-20 Thread 'Tom M' via RBW Owners Bunch
I have two pair of the Rene Herse knickers, size medium, that are worn nearly through on the right thigh due to saddle rub. I am not a tailor, so I don't know if they can be repaired, but they're yours for the cost of shipping. I can provide pictures off list. Tom in Alexandria, VA

[RBW] Re: “The Art of Taking it Slow” in The New Yorker

2024-09-16 Thread 'Tom M' via RBW Owners Bunch
Thanks so much for sharing that article. Loved the writing. Tom in Alexandria, VA On Monday, September 16, 2024 at 10:29:21 AM UTC-4 Roberta wrote: > It’s about Grant, Rivendell, philosophies, …. > > You can read one New Yorker article for free. > > https://www.newyorker.com/m

Re: [RBW] Re: “The Art of Taking it Slow” in The New Yorker

2024-09-16 Thread Tom Goodmann
Just read and relished this article, including the shout-out to Leah, aka Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! May readers will find their way to more happiness aboard these wonderful bicycles. Thank you, Grant, for what you and all the friendly folk at RBW make and do, celebrate and share. Tom

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

2024-09-05 Thread Tom L.
t;> What is the difference between the Clem L and the Clem H? Are there any >>>> other Clem models besides the L and H? If so, pray, what? And how are they >>>> different from the L and H? >>>> >>>> Last question: Are any of these models likely to be cheape

[RBW] Re: FS: Pair of Antelope Hill tires 700x55 in unopened packages

2024-09-04 Thread Tom
Both tires are sold. Tom On Saturday, August 31, 2024 at 8:12:55 AM UTC-4 Tom wrote: > These are the standard tan casing variety, and were meant for a build that > never materialized. They sell new for $78ea on Rene Hearse. Will sell > each for $60, or both for $100, shipped.

[RBW] Re: Looking for a 59cm Clem

2024-09-02 Thread Tom
level with bars... Tom On Monday, September 2, 2024 at 12:24:40 PM UTC-4 triste...@gmail.com wrote: > Thank you so much for the info, Tom! I emailed Rivendell asking when the > next shipment of Clem L’s will be in stock and they said around early 2025. > I almost impulse bought a 64 bu

[RBW] FS: Pair of Antelope Hill tires 700x55 in unopened packages

2024-08-31 Thread Tom
-tc/> . Tom -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the

[RBW] Re: Looking for a 59cm Clem

2024-08-31 Thread Tom
mbing around. - I liked 2.3 Mezcals for rooty, sometimes slippery single track. Although I was surprised at how well Nano's did on that surface. I loved G-One Speeds (2") on a clem too, but more for hard packed paths topped with a dusting of sand, twigs, etc., and roads. T

Re: [RBW] Re: Roaduno v.1

2024-08-29 Thread Tom Allingham
That looks wonderful. On Thursday, August 29, 2024 at 9:52:10 AM UTC-4 philip@gmail.com wrote: > Looks great! > > Going with the same tires on my silver one, too. > > I believe the frameset I ordered has now arrived at my local shop. > > So build should commence shortly! > > P. W. > ~ > (917)

Re: [RBW] Re: 17 years of longing, can you help? The search for a green B17

2024-08-27 Thread Tom Goodmann
Nice thread: quest expressed, and fulfilled! Peter White to the rescue! Tom Burlington, VT On Tuesday, August 27, 2024 at 10:07:27 AM UTC-4 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > Love 2 See It > > On Monday, August 26, 2024 at 2:31:23 PM UTC-4 jaredwilson wrote: > >> @ Phillip, Thanks f

[RBW] Re: FS: Clem H 59

2024-08-24 Thread Tom
The Clem has been sold. On Friday, August 16, 2024 at 8:49:46 PM UTC-4 Tom wrote: > Hey all, on a roll here. For sale is my dark green 2018 Clem H. The > thing won't fit in any single box I have, so I'm trying to sell near the > Raleigh NC area first. I'm willin

[RBW] Re: Gus Boots a-go-go

2024-08-24 Thread Tom
in similar situations. [image: Umstead_rear_quarter_75%.jpg] Tom On Saturday, August 24, 2024 at 12:10:18 PM UTC-4 dros...@gmail.com wrote: > I found myself on an unplanned ride today with my Gus Boots Willsen, and > let me say, it’s a real mountain bike—no doubt about it. Sure, it’s also a

[RBW] Re: Do you ride with fenders?

2024-08-24 Thread Tom Horton
in the mid-atlantic I ride fendered and un. a clip on rear fender stops the worst, also a piece of cardboard ziptied to a rear rack. goretex socks and rainpants pack up small and light, work well. On Friday, August 23, 2024 at 11:53:45 PM UTC-4 chefd...@gmail.com wrote: > I'm packing my bi

[RBW] Re: Replacement tires for Soma Shikoro 42 x 622mm (700 x 42) cream sidewalls

2024-08-23 Thread Tom Wyland
I'm sure I won't be the only one to recommend Rene Herse tires. I have some regret getting the standard casing, as I had more than a couple of flats on my suburban commute. Glass that any Schwalbe tire would shrug off just works it's way in there. The same with small wires. I

Re: [RBW] Re: 2017 Sam 58 vs 2022 Sam 57 Bikeinsights weirdness

2024-08-21 Thread Tom
I'm > sure I could rock either one. Buy the one you have the best feeling > about. If you are going to love one, you are going to love them both. If > you are going to hate one, you are going to hate them both. If you are > certain you will love one a lot more than the other, b

[RBW] 2017 Sam 58 vs 2022 Sam 57 Bikeinsights weirdness

2024-08-21 Thread Tom
p tube / standover than the 58, though the actual data chart shows it knows the C-T on the 57 is 10mm shorter. Is there another setting I'm missing? Tom -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this gro

Re: [RBW] Re: Handlebar suggestion for long legs?

2024-08-20 Thread Tom
Dan Ive had components shipped to Riv in time for a build. Worth asking if that’s what you really want. Regardless enjoy your new bike, whenever it arrives. On Tue, Aug 20, 2024 at 10:01 AM Dan wrote: > Thanks for all of your replies! Tom, yes I failed to mention it but I will > be pri

[RBW] Re: Photo request: 57 Roadini & 60 Rambouillet

2024-08-20 Thread Tom
Brendon this looks like a magazine cover shot - wow. That looks like an 80+ saddle height to me. Since you're offroad in this shot, wondering if it was the standover that kept you from getting a 61? Regardless, looks great and this helps. I had a 61 several years ago, and, though it was f

Re: [RBW] Re: Photo request: 57 Roadini & 60 Rambouillet

2024-08-20 Thread Tom
Thank you! The white fenders with the cream accents look great. From a fit perspective - saddle pushed fwd, and yet an 11cm stem - I'm guessing long upper torso and/or shorter femurs? Or do you just prefer how the longer stem is less twitchy? Tom On Sunday, August 18, 2024 at 9:25:

[RBW] Re: FS: 62 Sam

2024-08-20 Thread Tom
The Sam has been sold. On Thursday, August 15, 2024 at 5:22:42 PM UTC-4 Tom wrote: > I bought this 62 Sam as a F/F/HS new from Rivendell in 2019 and built it > up as you see it here. It's in pristine shape with less than 300 road and > paved bike path miles on it. This size is g

Re: [RBW] Re: Photo request: 57 Roadini & 60 Rambouillet

2024-08-18 Thread tom coppedge
Thanks, Guy.  Love that color scheme!  Sent from my iPhoneOn Aug 18, 2024, at 5:33 PM, Guy LeVan wrote:Here is my Ram - SH = 75.5cm, 80 mm Nitto stem, 46 cm Nitto noodles.  On Saturday, August 17, 2024 at 1:36:06 PM UTC-6 Tom wrote:Thanks Keith - another nice Ram, well proportioned. Good luck

Re: [RBW] Re: Lugged Roadini and Charlie H Gallup

2024-08-17 Thread Tom
red that colour). > > On Saturday, August 17, 2024 at 5:46:01 PM UTC-4 Tom wrote: > >> I called Riv today to ask several questions, one of which was the status >> on the lugged Roadini. It seems that originally the launch was scheduled >> for this Fall. However, they’re appl

[RBW] Re: FS 2021 Appaloosa 57

2024-08-17 Thread Tom L.
Specifically I'm wondering what the HT angle is and what the front >>> center is...Thanks. >>> >>> John >>> Portland, OR >>> >>> On Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 7:46:45 PM UTC-7 Tom L. wrote: >>> >>>> I have a 2021 Appalo

[RBW] Re: Lugged Roadini and Charlie H Gallup

2024-08-17 Thread Tom
other bikes are ahead of it, including Appaloosa, Gallup. Tom On Sunday, May 5, 2024 at 12:04:26 PM UTC-4 Doug H. wrote: > Grant's most recent Blahg mentioned the frame schedule and the upcoming > *Lugged > *Roadini. It seems the Charlie H Gallup may replace the Roadini as th

Re: [RBW] Re: Photo request: 57 Roadini & 60 Rambouillet

2024-08-17 Thread Tom
Thanks Keith - another nice Ram, well proportioned. Good luck with your stem experiment. I’m 6’ with 90.5 PBH, so slightly more equal upper/lower body. Depending on the setup my saddle height is 78-79. Tom On Sat, Aug 17, 2024 at 2:50 PM iamkeith wrote: > Here's my 60. Bars le

[RBW] Re: Photo request: 57 Roadini & 60 Rambouillet

2024-08-17 Thread Tom
Saturday, August 17, 2024 at 5:49:17 AM UTC-6 Tom wrote: > >> Hey all, >> Favor to ask of owners of the subject bikes. I'd like to see a profile >> shot with the saddle set at 79, and bars level with saddle. Icing on the >> cake if you'd share your PBH and t

[RBW] Photo request: 57 Roadini & 60 Rambouillet

2024-08-17 Thread Tom
re than the what was mentioned in a previous Blahg post about a lugged Roadini coming this Oct ? Thanks, Tom -- 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

[RBW] Re: FS: 58 Hunqapillar

2024-08-16 Thread Tom
The Hunq is sold. On Thursday, August 15, 2024 at 8:21:58 PM UTC-4 Tom wrote: > I bought this 58 Hunq frame and fork from a list member in 2019. Though > the paint was just fine, I paid Joe Bell $1300ish to repaint it. If you're > not familiar with Joe, he's one of, i

[RBW] Re: FS: 62 Sam

2024-08-16 Thread Tom
Correction, it has a 9-spd cassette, not 8. Sorry! On Thursday, August 15, 2024 at 5:22:42 PM UTC-4 Tom wrote: > I bought this 62 Sam as a F/F/HS new from Rivendell in 2019 and built it > up as you see it here. It's in pristine shape with less than 300 road and > paved bike pa

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 58 Hunqapillar

2024-08-15 Thread Tom
Hey Vernon - I’m in Raleigh NC. I’m waiting to hear back from 2 others who are interested; I’ll let you know if they pass. Thanks, Tom On Thu, Aug 15, 2024 at 9:50 PM vernon brooks wrote: > Tom, > > I’ve been fortunate enough to own a frame that was painted by Joe in the > past

[RBW] Re: RoadUno build anticipation

2024-08-15 Thread 'Tom M' via RBW Owners Bunch
6629660262435&pr_ref_pid=5586981253&pr_seq=uniform. Looking forward to seeing the build. Tom in Alexandria, VA On Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 7:58:37 PM UTC-4 Bill Lindsay wrote: > I'm eagerly waiting for the container to get to Walnut Creek. Today my > grips came in. I'

[RBW] Re: FS: 58 Hunqapillar

2024-08-15 Thread Tom
Riv's geometry chart here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1gfiN1kOxVrthdc6eScUF9fP5n-BvRBILbBMYiEg5LM4/edit?gid=0#gid=0 On Thursday, August 15, 2024 at 8:21:58 PM UTC-4 Tom wrote: > I bought this 58 Hunq frame and fork from a list member in 2019. Though > the paint was j

[RBW] FS: 58 Hunqapillar

2024-08-15 Thread Tom
rk is currently held in place with some plastic spacers. The custom green color is one that Joe created, along with Tom Ritchey if I remember Joe's story correctly. It looks s good with the cream accents. Joe's paint name for this color is "MSG" (as literally marked on

[RBW] FS: 62 Sam

2024-08-15 Thread Tom
I bought this 62 Sam as a F/F/HS new from Rivendell in 2019 and built it up as you see it here. It's in pristine shape with less than 300 road and paved bike path miles on it. This size is good for riders with a PBH of at least 90cm. I'm 6' tall with a 90.5cm PBH and 78.5cm saddle height and

[RBW] Looking for a 57 Roadini F/F/HS

2024-08-10 Thread Tom
If you have one with no rust I'd like to talk with you - thanks. Tom -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners

[RBW] Re: New Sam Hillborne sizing advice

2024-08-10 Thread Tom
Make that 90.5 PBH. On Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 10:47:09 AM UTC-4 Tom wrote: > I'm 6' tall with a 89.5 PBH. Someone here posted that, if on the fence > size-wise, they usually size down for a drop bar setup and size up for a > swept-back bar setup. That is also my ex

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa sizing advice

2024-08-03 Thread Tim Tom
Hey Dan - I'm 5'11" with an 89 cm PBH and the 2023 57cm Appaloosa fits me very well. On Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 7:12:28 AM UTC-7 thetaper...@gmail.com wrote: > Hey there Dan, I'm 6'3" and also have a ~91cm PBH, with a 6'3" wingspan. I > ride a 59cm Atlantis (which allegedly has a slightly l

[RBW] Does B68 mitigate perineal pressure better than B17?

2024-08-01 Thread Tim Tom
Hi - does the B68 mitigate perineal pressure noticeably better than a standard B17? B17 fit like a glove but it put too much pressure on my soft tissue area... I tried B17 Imperial too - the cutout did its job but I didn't like resulting feel of the saddle. FWIW - I rode with a Berthroud Asp

Re: [RBW] NBD - Periwinkle Sam

2024-07-31 Thread Tom Goodmann
This is like a model shoot; a sensational Sam, Ted. Tom On Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 9:00:26 AM UTC-4 Ted Durant wrote: > On Jul 31, 2024, at 7:51 AM, Ryan wrote: > > and I love the shot next to the Rivendell Farms sign. > > > You’re the first person to mention that. I

[RBW] Re: VT- Montreal trip report

2024-07-29 Thread Tom Goodmann
What a great write-up and photos, Pam! I'm going to be in Vermont for the next four months, beginning in mid-August or so, and will take a look at that route. I agree, as well; those C&L people who were at PBE are very nice. Tom On Monday, July 29, 2024 at 3:21:09 PM UTC-4 chefd...@

Re: [RBW] UPS Lost My Roadini

2024-07-09 Thread Tom Goodmann
and re-taped; in one case, a box of parts was missing. Careful packing and insurance, as always. Safe riding--and shipping--to all, Tom (departing Miami; whereabouts TBD) On Sunday, July 7, 2024 at 7:06:02 PM UTC-4 oldandin...@gmail.com wrote: > This happened to me when purchasing my Quickb

[RBW] UPDATE: JP Weigle Raleigh Competition 650B Conversion SOLD

2024-07-03 Thread Tom Allingham
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Re: [RBW] JP Weigle Raleigh Competition 650B Conversion

2024-06-30 Thread Tom Allingham
Bill Lindsay helpfully points out that I buried the size information on this bike. It’s either a 58cm or a 59cm, and when I get back to my shop I can provide precise measurements for anyone who’s interested. Sorry for the unhelpful omission. > On Jun 30, 2024, at 10:00 AM, Tom Alling

[RBW] Re: FS: JP Weigle Raleigh Competition 650B Conversion

2024-06-30 Thread Tom Allingham
Never mind -- they seem to be working now. On Sunday, June 30, 2024 at 9:43:38 AM UTC-4 Tom Allingham wrote: > All: > > Not much in the way of direct Rivendell content (the seatpost came from > Riv), but I hope Jim will indulge me, because this is an unusual > opportunity that

Re: [RBW] Digest for rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com - 22 updates in 11 topics

2024-06-30 Thread Tom Allingham
g one? - 2 Updates > FS: Brooks Challenge Bag (1.5L), basically new - > 1 Update > Clem report: most free ever - 1 Update > FS: JP Weigle Raleigh Competition 650B Conversion > <http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch/t/f5acf17360b460de?utm_source=digest&utm_mediu

[RBW] As Roaduno drops, a SimpleOne redo

2024-06-27 Thread Tom Allingham
ized Paul Cantis and some crazy bar tape: https://flic.kr/p/2pZJFSh It was fun getting it back on the road! Tom Allingham -- 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 fr

[RBW] Re: Show me your Riv with Bullmoose bars

2024-06-24 Thread Tom
Max, A while back I had a Bullmoose on my Clem H. The Bullmoose, and a Jones Bar I had on a previous Clem, were definitely better than Albatross, etc. for light off-roading. Rock solid & nice width. [image: Clem_Neuse_3_28Oct2018_small.jpg] On Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 9:42:58 PM UTC-4 Max S w

Re: [RBW] Re: Show me your Riv with Bullmoose bars

2024-06-22 Thread Tom Allingham
And here's what has to be the most unconventional build of the bunch -- a Clem with a Superpedestrian self-contained electric rear wheel -- which worked for less than a year. Now repurposed as a conventional 7 speed derailleur bike. https://flic.kr/p/22Rmed1 Tom A. On Thursday, Ju

Re: [RBW] Re: Show me your Riv with Bullmoose bars

2024-06-22 Thread Tom Allingham
Here's a kind of fancy Clementine I built for a charity auction: https://flic.kr/p/MoQKDN Tom Allingham On Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 12:57:47 PM UTC-4 Berkeleyan wrote: > 66cm QB that gets daily/weekly love all around Berkeley. The Harlequin > wrap has held up great over the

[RBW] Re: Show me your Riv with Bullmoose bars

2024-06-22 Thread Tom Allingham
One more, my build of one of the 8 Riv "Mystery" bikes that kick-started the long chain stay design: https://flic.kr/p/dKqGWE Tom Allingham On Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at 11:56:42 AM UTC-4 tl4ente...@gmail.com wrote: > [image: clem-sunset-orange.jpg] > > On Wednesday, Ju

[RBW] Re: Show me your Riv with Bullmoose bars

2024-06-22 Thread Tom Allingham
Two Bullmoose Bombadil builds -- the first was a temporary experiment with wooden rim wheels, the second a Rohloff-equipped black Stealth Bomber that I love. https://flic.kr/p/m6WuDt https://flic.kr/p/m5aAZx https://flic.kr/p/tLmLz4 https://flic.kr/p/e45vFo Enjoy! On Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at

Re: [RBW] Re: 55 cm Platypus on Amtrak

2024-06-16 Thread Tom Goodmann
Excellent account, Leah, and very enjoyable to read. I'm not surprised that you met friendly folk who took you along, as well as others you met along the way; seems like a very good era (again) on which to be on a bike! Tom (who will return to PBE but next time with a bike) On Sunday, Ju

[RBW] Re: Rambouillet & Romulus. A visual comparison.

2024-05-30 Thread Tom Goodmann
Beautiful bikes, both of them; that fendered Romulus! On Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 9:48:58 PM UTC-4 iamkeith wrote: > Cool! > > On Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 6:05:05 PM UTC-6 notlaw...@gmail.com wrote: > >> The 63cm Romulus received a mild rebuild over the winter, and since I had >> the tripod

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

2024-05-29 Thread &#x27;Tom M' via RBW Owners Bunch
Great article; lots of good info. Really liked idea that the best bike is the one you love. Tom in Alexandria, VA On Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 7:42:21 PM UTC-4 Joe Ray wrote: > Hi Gang, > > Along with being a Homer owner, my day job is as a journalist for Wired > magazine. My reg

Re: [RBW] Re: New Bike Day: My Little Platy

2024-05-23 Thread Tom Goodmann
So glad you posted this here, as the Insta vid is so fun. Congratulations! On Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 9:56:58 AM UTC-4 SallyG wrote: > What a wonder! Absolutely terrific...and I loved hearing the backstories! > > On Thu, May 23, 2024 at 6:08 AM ian m wrote: > >> Love the iridescent bits, the a

[RBW] Re: New Sam Hillborne sizing advice

2024-05-21 Thread Tom
I'm 6' tall with a 89.5 PBH. Someone here posted that, if on the fence size-wise, they usually size down for a drop bar setup and size up for a swept-back bar setup. That is also my experience. For those close to my height and PBH, the following list of Rivs, sizes, and bar setups has worke

[RBW] Re: SOLD: Heron Road frame & fork, 60 cm; $600 + shipping

2024-05-19 Thread Tom Goodmann
On Friday, May 17, 2024 at 12:20:36 PM UTC-4 Tom Goodmann wrote: One last effort to sell this never-built 60 cm Heron Road frame and fork only. As all will know, these bikes were designed by Grant at Rivendell as a collaboration with Rona Components, then owned by Ted Durant. and produced at

[RBW] FS: Heron Road frame & fork, 60 cm; $600 + shipping

2024-05-17 Thread Tom Goodmann
d has sold me a beautiful custom Riv road bike, made by Curt Goodrich for Douglas Brooks. So, n-1; n+1 = 0, at least for now). Photos here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/132838700@N02/ Questions are welcome; thanks for reading. Tom P.S. Coming soon: XO-3 with S&S couplers, size 59. --

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

2024-05-15 Thread Tom Goodmann
Ahhh! Beautiful build! I appreciate the details and photos you've shared of your informed and thoughtful build. What a Platypus! Wishing you thousands of safe and happy miles, Tom (leaving Miami) On Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 8:03:57 AM UTC-4 Ryan wrote: > Wow...that's some buil

[RBW] Re: Fashion help wanted: ISO nice looking cycling gloves

2024-04-24 Thread &#x27;Tom M' via RBW Owners Bunch
If you find Cycology gloves too loud, you may not like these: https://handupgloves.com/collections/all-gloves. Still, check out the Summer of Shreddy-Nine. Tom in Alexandria, VA On Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at 9:34:45 PM UTC-4 Bill Lindsay wrote: > I will check out those several suggesti

[RBW] Price drop: NOS Heron Road, 60cm, $800-->$700

2024-04-20 Thread Tom Goodmann
ered me a custom Riv road frame. So, n-1; n+1 = 0. Photos here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/132838700@N02/ Your questions are welcome; thanks for reading. Tom -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

[RBW] Re: Hello from Ireland

2024-04-16 Thread Tom Goodmann
Welcome, Nick! Very beautiful country in these views; please do share your rides here. I understand it rarely rains? :) Tom (in Miami until the rainy season) On Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at 11:27:34 AM UTC-4 Paul in Dallas wrote: > > > Nick, > > I add my welcome to the gro

[RBW] FS: NOS Heron Road frame & fork, 60 cm

2024-04-08 Thread Tom Goodmann
e bike box). Questions welcome; thanks for reading. Tom Photos here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/132838700@N02/ -- 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 fr

[RBW] Re: FS: NOS Heron Road frame & fork, 60cm, $800

2024-03-28 Thread Tom Goodmann
The frame and fork are sold, pending payment. Thanks to all those who have written with interest. Tom On Wednesday, March 27, 2024 at 9:53:04 PM UTC-4 Tom Goodmann wrote: > As part of downsizing ahead of an impending move, I am selling a > never-built 60 cm Heron Road frame an

[RBW] FS: NOS Heron Road frame & fork, 60cm, $800

2024-03-27 Thread Tom Goodmann
inside of one rear dropout, probably a sign of having been fitted with a wheel at some point; it is otherwise pristine with all decals and the Heron head badge in perfect condition. $800, plus shipping and insurance (I'll use a frame box instead of a full-size bike box). Questions welcome!

Re: [RBW] Philadelphia Bike Expo March 16 - 17

2024-03-18 Thread Tom Goodmann
Echoing Eric: so good to see Roman, James, and Will--and three beautiful bikes (all of which sold, I believe)--as well as meeting Roberta, Leah, Pam, Tom, Patty, Paul, Rick (riding a Rom with 38s!) and others at PBE. Multiple Atlantises and Platys amid the throngs. A very nice event in every

[RBW] Re: Roadini on F1 Track ride report

2024-03-13 Thread &#x27;Tom M' via RBW Owners Bunch
Love the bar tape. Sounds like a good time. Tom in Alexandria, VA On Wednesday, March 13, 2024 at 4:37:05 PM UTC-4 mrg...@gmail.com wrote: > Howdy, > > We have a Formula 1 track in Austin called Circuit of the Americas and on > many Tuesdays they have a bike night. Last night was t

Re: [RBW] Re: Revisiting the Nitto 52f Basket Rack

2024-03-12 Thread Tom Horton
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[RBW] Re: Revisiting the Nitto 52f Basket Rack

2024-03-11 Thread Tom Horton
kim, re the steerstopper on a clem L, I've had one on a clem L 64 for a few years and works fineI don't load the front basket with bricks or anything ultra heavy, but load of groceries, books, etc...no problemsthe steerstopper guy wasn't sure it would work and even offered to make a cus

[RBW] FS: 1994 Bridgestone RB-T, size 59; $500 OBO, plus shipping & insurance

2024-03-08 Thread Tom Goodmann
e: https://www.flickr.com/photos/132838700@N02/ Thanks, Tom Miami, FL -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@g

[RBW] Re: Philadelphia Bike Expo March 16 - 17

2024-02-27 Thread Tom Goodmann
This will be my first time at PBE (I missed all of the years of NAHBS). Regrettably coming from Miami without a bike, but hoping to rent one for at least one of the rides, and also volunteering for a shift at the show. Happy to meet up with Rivfolk! (Do we need a secret sign???) Tom (who is

Re: [RBW] ISO: A long rear rack

2024-02-08 Thread Tom Wyland
Thanks, Liz. I'll pass as I need something closer to 15.5 inches. If anyone has a rack gathering dust that might fit the bill let me know. Tom "taking a tape measure to all of his local bike shops" Reston, VA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Goo

[RBW] ISO: A long rear rack

2024-02-07 Thread Tom Wyland
one have a rear rack laying around that has a platform larger than 15 inches? Thanks, Tom Reston, 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

[RBW] Re: Knobby tires and fenders

2024-01-30 Thread Tom Wyland
er at least 10mm of clearance for non-knobby tires. I mostly just do the fender width minus the stated tire width instead of dealing with measuring the gaps everywhere. So 63mm-48mm is 15mm of stated clearance. Tom On Tuesday, January 30, 2024 at 2:16:38 AM UTC+1 ascpgh wrote: > Seems like a

[RBW] Re: WTB a Mark's Rack (double-strutted)

2024-01-29 Thread &#x27;Tom M' via RBW Owners Bunch
I have one, but would have to ship because I'm in Virginia. If you're interested, I can send photos. Thanks, Tom Milani Alexandria, VA On Sunday, January 28, 2024 at 12:03:24 PM UTC-5 Bill Lindsay wrote: > I've got a Mark's rack, but it's in Michigan. I have one mor

Re: [RBW] Re: Platypus or Clem - Please help me choose

2024-01-03 Thread Tom Wyland
Ha Ha, yeah I never bothered to go find Kim's bike and look at it. So yeah they're basically the same. On Wednesday, January 3, 2024 at 10:07:15 AM UTC-5 Johnny Alien wrote: I'm not sure I would call a Clem with 4 empty bottles/cages, rear rack, fenders, and a pump "naked" haha -- You rece

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