[RBW] Re: Parts FS

2024-10-16 Thread alan lavine
Not sure if PM went through, but I’ll go for the bags. Thanks Alan NYC On Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 1:09:29 PM UTC+2 drew.jo...@gmail.com wrote: > Remaining items > > >  > > Parts FS: All prices shipped within CONUS > > > 57 Sam Hillborne HiHo Silver frames

[RBW] Re: Orange Roadini fotos

2024-08-30 Thread alan lavine
The Orange Flash has been sold, thanks. On Sunday, August 25, 2024 at 3:28:27 PM UTC-4 alan lavine wrote: > Orange is still the fastest color. > Just saying... > > Alan > > On Friday, August 23, 2024 at 8:56:57 AM UTC-4 alan lavine wrote: > >> Some more. > &g

Re: [RBW] Moving sale - everything must go!

2024-08-29 Thread Alan LaVine
👍Sent from my iPhoneOn Aug 29, 2024, at 12:26 PM, Frank Burkybile wrote:All yours. I will PM you. -FrankOn Thursday, August 29, 2024 at 7:23:42 AM UTC-4 alan lavine wrote:Hey I’ll take the Nitto economic 130x26 please.Thanks Alan NYCOn Thursday, August 29, 2024 at 12:16:57 AM UTC-4 oldandin

Re: [RBW] Moving sale - everything must go!

2024-08-29 Thread alan lavine
Hey I’ll take the Nitto economic 130x26 please. Thanks Alan NYC On Thursday, August 29, 2024 at 12:16:57 AM UTC-4 oldandin...@gmail.com wrote: > Sounds good! > > On Wednesday, August 28, 2024, Frank Burkybile > wrote: > >> Yep, I bought it, used it, and then ended u

[RBW] Re: Orange Roadini fotos

2024-08-25 Thread alan lavine
Orange is still the fastest color. Just saying... Alan On Friday, August 23, 2024 at 8:56:57 AM UTC-4 alan lavine wrote: > Some more. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and s

[RBW] Re: WTT

2024-08-11 Thread alan lavine
Should have been clearer, sorry. I'm specifically looking for 9 Spd indexed DT shifters, instead of my NIB bar end shifters. Alan On Sunday, August 11, 2024 at 12:11:55 PM UTC-4 Kim H. wrote: > @Alan, > > What are you looking for to trade ? > > Kim Hetzel. > > On Sunda

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 60 Orange Rambouillet (White Industries / Paul) $1,900

2024-07-21 Thread alan lavine
ubjective, differences in geometry, tubing, tires, etc. all play a role. Still, I'd be interested in the group's experiences. Might need to look for a swap ?!?! Best, Alan NYC On Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 4:48:32 PM UTC-4 maxcr wrote: > Here are the rest of the photos. > Max &

Re: [RBW] FS: parts clear out (wheel sets, bags, stems, brakes...)

2024-04-28 Thread alan lavine
Hi I’ll take the Riv handlebar bag. Alan On Sunday, April 28, 2024 at 6:40:54 AM UTC-4 ryan.o...@gmail.com wrote: > HI Logan, I'll take the face platter stem. If I'm first in line, let me > know payment, etc. Might send you a fedex label for shipping if that works > for you?

[RBW] Re: Wheels, $200

2024-02-27 Thread alan lavine
Wheels are sold, thanks. On Monday, February 26, 2024 at 8:11:26 AM UTC-5 alan lavine wrote: > Any interest if I cover the shipping? > Alan > > On Thursday, February 15, 2024 at 11:36:47 AM UTC-5 alan lavine wrote: > >> Bill is correct, also they are 700 not 650. Sor

[RBW] Re: Wheels, $200

2024-02-26 Thread alan lavine
Any interest if I cover the shipping? Alan On Thursday, February 15, 2024 at 11:36:47 AM UTC-5 alan lavine wrote: > Bill is correct, also they are 700 not 650. Sorry > > On Thursday, February 15, 2024 at 10:56:49 AM UTC-5 Bill Lindsay wrote: > >> The front should be 100mm,

Re: [RBW] Re: 1983 Trek 720 FS, not by me, $299, NYC

2024-02-18 Thread alan lavine
Trek is sold, thanks. On Sunday, February 18, 2024 at 10:13:20 AM UTC-5 allan@gmail.com wrote: > PM sent > > On Sunday, February 18, 2024 at 7:07:57 AM UTC-5 alan lavine wrote: > >> Down to $250, for pick up only. >> Alan >> >> On Saturday, February 1

Re: [RBW] Re: 1983 Trek 720 FS, not by me, $299, NYC

2024-02-18 Thread alan lavine
Down to $250, for pick up only. Alan On Saturday, February 17, 2024 at 10:40:47 AM UTC-5 Patrick Moore wrote: > I hope you get some bites. > > On Sat, Feb 17, 2024 at 5:13 AM alan lavine wrote: > >> Thanks, Patrick. I wasn't sure it would "qualify". >> &

[RBW] Re: 1983 Trek 720 FS, not by me, $299, NYC

2024-02-17 Thread alan lavine
tays, I > think!) make it acceptable and I think listers will be interested. > > *Not mine:* please contact the owner directly: alan lavine < > ciga...@gmail.com> > > On 2/14/24 03:53, alan lavine wrote: > $299 anybody?? > Alan NYC > > On Saturday, February 10, 2024 at

[RBW] Re: Wheels, $200

2024-02-15 Thread alan lavine
Bill is correct, also they are 700 not 650. Sorry On Thursday, February 15, 2024 at 10:56:49 AM UTC-5 Bill Lindsay wrote: > The front should be 100mm, not 110. The only 110mm fronts are current > BOOST hubs. > > BL in EC > On Thursday, February 15, 2024 at 5:15:46 AM UTC-8 al

[RBW] Re: Dialing in a Brooks Saddle

2024-01-31 Thread alan lavine
to be pessimistic, but age changes everything. But you should definitely give a shot, trying all posible positions and angles. Best of luck ! Alan in NYC, adjusting to aging as. best I can. On Tuesday, January 30, 2024 at 10:27:00 PM UTC-5 Jay wrote: > Next week I'll be throwing a leg o

[RBW] Re: FS: IRD Cafam - S Brake Levers - Silver

2023-10-28 Thread alan lavine
If they are the silver ones, I'll take them. alan nyc On Saturday, October 28, 2023 at 6:15:24 AM UTC-7 Johnny Alien wrote: > I just realized I never sold these. These are 100% brand new and never > mounted. The S version so they are short pull. Will work with cantilever, > mi

[RBW] Re: Comfy aluminum frames?

2023-08-11 Thread alan lavine
Appreciate your thoughts, everyone. On Friday, August 11, 2023 at 12:48:17 AM UTC-4 Will M wrote: > Alan, Jan Heine's 2021 book, *All Road Bicycle Revolution*, has some good > reading on this topic ("characteristics of a great frame can be obtained > from all materials&qu

Re: [RBW] My first Rivendell/My first post

2023-08-07 Thread alan lavine
ems can handle 38T cogs. Does >> anyone actually make a freewheel that low? I suppose someone could >> experiment with it in an indexed 1x system, for science. >> >> Peter Adler >> Berkeley, CA/USA >> >> On Monday, August 7, 2023 at 10:30:09 AM UTC-7 alan l

Re: [RBW] My first Rivendell/My first post

2023-08-07 Thread alan lavine
So it would be g ood for a large cog, like 34T, instead of a long cage deralailer ? Alan On Monday, August 7, 2023 at 5:21:45 AM UTC-4 divis...@gmail.com wrote: > It's to get the chain takeup of a long-cage derailleur, without the long > cage. A shorter cage is less likely to get

Re: [RBW] My first Rivendell/My first post

2023-08-06 Thread alan lavine
I have one of those 3 pulley derailers also but haven't used it. What's the purpose? Alan NYC On Sunday, August 6, 2023 at 4:53:07 PM UTC-4 Patrick Moore wrote: > Anthony, welcome, and kudos on the nice Ram. I owned a second-generation > blue Ram and it was a very nice bike; I

[RBW] Re: Comfy aluminum frames?

2023-08-06 Thread alan lavine
> On Saturday, August 5, 2023 at 9:38:38 PM UTC-5 mathiass...@gmail.com > wrote: > >> Hi Alan, >> >> I have a habit of taking in a stray bike every year, usually in the fall, >> and then make it my baby for the following season. Living in Michigan, >> that's a

[RBW] Comfy aluminum frames?

2023-07-24 Thread alan lavine
Haven’t ridden aluminum in many years, it always beat me up. But technology improves and maybe there’s something new I don’t know about. So is “comfy aluminum “ an oxymoron or can it really exist? Interested in your thoughts and experiences, Alan nyc -- You received this message because you

[RBW] WTB: Sackville Saddlesack med or equivalent

2023-07-07 Thread alan lavine
Hi All, I'm looking for a bag for my city schlepper (precise cycling technical term) that's big but not huge. Thinking of above or Carradice Longflap, etc. Wacha got sitting around getting dusty? Beausage OK. Thanks, Alan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

[RBW] Re: Sackville Handlebar bag with Nitto support

2023-05-09 Thread alan lavine
Thanks to all who responded with useful information. The bag is now sold. Alan On Monday, May 8, 2023 at 9:21:13 AM UTC-4 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > This bag came our around 2010 as the Sackville BarSack. It sold new for > $135. The Nitto F-15 rack was sold separately for $70. > >

[RBW] Re: wtb: 58cm quickbeam

2023-02-24 Thread alan lavine
The Simpleone is sold, thanks for all your interest. Alan On Thursday, February 23, 2023 at 3:15:30 PM UTC-5 jasonz...@gmail.com wrote: > yes, its sold or pending sell currently. Thanks! > > On Thursday, February 23, 2023 at 2:04:31 PM UTC-6 maxcr wrote: > >> Jason, did you

[RBW] FS: Simple One 58 cm, F,F,HS,BB. Dark Green

2023-02-20 Thread alan lavine
erred VERY strongly, a lot on my plate right now. I'll give a $50 discount and throw in handlebars from my vast collection, haha! Tell me what you like/need. Located on the UWS Manhattan. Best, Alan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Own

[RBW] Re: FS: Rambouillet 58cm Orange

2023-01-14 Thread alan lavine
tly rotate the stem as I was feeding it onto > the handlebars. There was always one rotational point where the stem would > move on the bars with no forcing. Cheers! > > Cheers! > Ben > > > On Saturday, January 14, 2023 at 5:25:25 AM UTC-8 alan lavine wrote: > >

[RBW] Re: FS: Rambouillet 58cm Orange

2023-01-14 Thread alan lavine
Very nice bike, wish I could get it. A question about the build: How did you get the Soma Highway One bars thru a Nitto quill stem? I was under the impression these bars required an open face stem due to the abrupt curves. Thanks, Alan in NYC On Saturday, January 14, 2023 at 5:35:04 AM UTC-5

[RBW] Re: FS: New 57cm Roadini Frameset (Orange) + headset, 559 brakes, Nitto seatpost

2023-01-09 Thread alan lavine
Andrew, PM sent. Thanks, Alan On Sunday, January 8, 2023 at 1:00:19 PM UTC-5 andyree...@gmail.com wrote: > I bought the frameset new from Riv a month ago but after 50 miles of > riding I simply do not enjoy the way it rides compared to my other road > bike so I'm casting thi

[RBW] Re: Saddle height and BPH

2022-12-12 Thread Alan Barnard
Like others have intimated, it sounds as if you’ve been running your saddle much lower than recommended. I would suggest measuring your PBH one more time with an assistant to be absolutely sure it’s correct, then adjust your saddle to PBH minus 10-10.5 cm. Alternatively, you could use the LeMon

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Timeline - it's happening!

2022-12-12 Thread Alan Barnard
Olivier Chetelat’s photos of the proto-Appaloosa are located here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/olipop/8418423327/in/photostream/ On Tuesday, November 30, 2021 at 2:47:21 PM UTC-8 Chris L wrote: > The Mystery Bike/Appaloosa happened shortly after I discovered RBW, so > 2012'ish sounds about ri

Re: [RBW] Sharing Your Fall Foliage Fotos 2022

2022-11-23 Thread Alan Barnard
Thanks! On Monday, November 21, 2022 at 4:12:16 AM UTC-8 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > Dang, Robert, looks like you have quite a load there! > > Nice one, Alan! Good to catch you on the chat last night ;) > > On Monday, November 21, 2022 at 12:20:20 AM UTC-5 alancrai...@gma

Re: [RBW] Ride Report: Hawksbill Slope cabin overnighter

2022-11-19 Thread Alan Barnard
Great report. Sounds like a fantastic ride and near perfect accommodations for a rustic overnighter. Thanks for sharing! On Saturday, November 19, 2022 at 6:44:49 AM UTC-8 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > Thanks, brizbarn. Overpacking is my strong suit regardless of where I'm > going or for how long

[RBW] Re: IRD Brake Lever Set Cafam-S vs. Paul Canti levers

2022-11-19 Thread Alan Barnard
If your budget allows, you’ll likely be more satisfied with the Paul levers over the long run. The IRD levers are OK, but the difference in quality is obvious in person. Also, I’m not big on the fact that the IRD is IMO too much of an obvious knock off of the Paul. YMMV. On Saturday, November

[RBW] Re: What epoch of Rivster are you?

2022-11-16 Thread Alan Barnard
I go all the way back to the Bridgestone days, but my first Rivendell was a first generation Sam Hillborne, circa 2009. I have a soft spot for models from that era. I’m slowly warming up to the idea of longer chainstays though, so we’ll see if my currently-in-the-build-process Platypus ends up

[RBW] Re: How are you building up your Platypus?

2022-11-16 Thread Alan Barnard
Here’s my build list: Frame & Fork: Rivendell Platypus, 60cm Headset: FSA Duron X1 Bottom Bracket: Phil Wood 113/68 Crank: Silver Low/Low w/guard 34x24 Cassette: Shimano XT 11-34 Pedals: MKS Bear Trap, Silver+Black Handlebars: Nitto Bosco Bullmoose Brake Levers: Paul Canti Levers, Polished

Re: [RBW] Who is getting a Platypus?

2022-11-16 Thread Alan Barnard
Thanks! 😊 On Wednesday, November 16, 2022 at 12:12:49 PM UTC-8 aeroperf wrote: > OK, I’ll start a new thread. Alan - great photos. > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

Re: [RBW] Who is getting a Platypus?

2022-11-16 Thread Alan Barnard
Have fun, David! Looking forward to seeing yours take shape. On Tuesday, November 15, 2022 at 2:39:16 PM UTC-8 DavidP wrote: > Alan - I've been following your build and it's fantastic. > > Looks like I can get started on mine: > > [image: IMG_20221115_172729362_2.jpg]

Re: [RBW] Who is getting a Platypus?

2022-11-16 Thread Alan Barnard
I’ve been slowly building up my 60cm Platypus over the past few weeks as parts trickle in and I wait for delivery of the custom wheels. I’ve been posting some photos and comments on the build on my IG if anyone is interested. https://www.instagram.com/ecovelo.us/ On Wednesday, November 16, 2022

Re: [RBW] Who is getting a Platypus?

2022-11-12 Thread Alan Craig Barnard
you’d expect to encounter on a frame delivered directly from the factory. Overall I’m extremely pleased and the frame is drop dead gorgeous. I’m sort of documenting the build process on Instagram if anyone is interested: @ecovelo.us Alan On Friday, October 28, 2022 at 5:50:29 PM UTC-7 John

Re: [RBW] Who is getting a Platypus?

2022-11-12 Thread Alan Barnard
I also found the derailleur hanger out of alignment more than usual. Like you said though, not a difficult fix. I also had some brazing material leftover in the left hand bottom bracket threads that required chasing. The Phil Wood retaining cup wouldn’t go in on that side, but was fine after ch

[RBW] WTT: handlebars

2022-08-28 Thread alan lavine
want: -VO Porteur 22.2 -VO Granola -albatross/ soma Oxford -VO left bank 22.2 Prefer local, if possible. Thanks, Alan NYC -- 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 f

[RBW] Re: Cheviot for trade/sale

2022-07-24 Thread alan lavine
Bike has been sold locally. Thank you all for your interest! Alan On Thursday, July 21, 2022 at 8:40:26 PM UTC-4 alan lavine wrote: > Someone responded with an offer to trade a non Riv bike, and I think its a > good idea to be open to that. So the criteria would be: > -steel or CF, no

[RBW] Re: Cheviot for trade/sale

2022-07-21 Thread alan lavine
now what's been languishing in your garage because it wasn't just right. Also, regarding a saleI mentioned I wasn't quite sure how to price the Cheviot as not many are changing hands (a good sign?). If you think I'm off, feel free to make a reasonable but not low ball offer.

[RBW] Re: Cheviot for trade/sale

2022-07-20 Thread alan lavine
OOPs...I don't do this very often. I'm on the west side of Manhattan, NYC. On Wednesday, July 20, 2022 at 9:18:11 PM UTC-4 Dave S wrote: > Where is local? > > On Tuesday, July 19, 2022 at 7:02:37 AM UTC-4 alan lavine wrote: > >> No trade offers yet. Anyone interest

[RBW] Re: Cheviot for trade/sale

2022-07-20 Thread alan lavine
So sorry...this is a 60 cm. Knew I forgot something! On Tuesday, July 19, 2022 at 9:24:34 PM UTC-4 alan lavine wrote: > Sorry to say that no trades are in sight and several have expressed > interest in a sale.I tried to research a reasonable price but data are hard > to come by since

[RBW] Re: Cheviot for trade/sale

2022-07-19 Thread alan lavine
ris front der. Acera rear der. 7 speed Shimano HG cassette 34 T max. Greenfield kickstand KMC chain Carradice Barley bag with Bagman support Last, but by no means least, Sackville hub shiners!! Not the way I thought it would go, but let's go with it. Hope this all sounds reasonable to you. Bes

[RBW] Re: Cheviot for trade/sale

2022-07-19 Thread alan lavine
No trade offers yet. Anyone interested in a sale? I'll work up a spec sheet and price. Local pick up a big bonus! Thanks, Alan On Sunday, July 17, 2022 at 1:36:31 PM UTC-4 alan lavine wrote: > Someone requested pics about my previous post. If you need more specific > info contac

[RBW] Interested in a trade?

2022-07-17 Thread alan lavine
a diamond frame Riv they'd be interested in a swap? Complete bike, frame, or any combination thereof? My preferred bike has ST 60-61 and TT 57-59, all c-c. I'm 5'11 (formally 6') with PBH 90. Hit me up with ideas, I'm open. Outright sale is also possible. Thanks, Alan

Re: [RBW] ISO Brooklyn Riv Bike 'Gang'

2022-06-19 Thread Alan LaVine
gt;>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> On Friday, June 3, 2022 at 10:47:33 AM UTC-4 jeffrey kane wrote: >>>>>>>>> Same as Patch - but yeah, would love to join so will circle back if I >>>>>>>>> can make it. >&g

Re: [RBW] ISO Brooklyn Riv Bike 'Gang'

2022-06-02 Thread Alan LaVine
I will be out of town but would love to another time. Never did that ride! Alan Sent from my iPhone > On Jun 2, 2022, at 3:58 PM, Minh wrote: > > hey all bringing this to the top. i have a free weekend 18th-19th, so > proposing a ride down to Far Rockaway, anyone else around

Re: [RBW] ISO Brooklyn Riv Bike 'Gang'

2022-04-29 Thread alan lavine
able/willing to contribute to this? It might help in limiting the options. VERY rough ballpark figure, of course, with no obligations at all. Alan On Thursday, April 28, 2022 at 1:09:42 PM UTC-4 Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY wrote: > There's this- https://bikecoop.nyc/ but it lacks the home b

Re: [RBW] ISO Brooklyn Riv Bike 'Gang'

2022-04-28 Thread alan lavine
there's > something out there. > > On Thursday, April 28, 2022 at 7:15:45 AM UTC-4 alan lavine wrote: > We had a nice meet up yesterday at the Spritzenhaus (gotta love that name): > Kai, Michael, Stephan and me, all on Rivendells from various eras. > To all New Yorkers

Re: [RBW] ISO Brooklyn Riv Bike 'Gang'

2022-04-28 Thread alan lavine
in Brooklyn, upper Manhattanjust need easy access via bike. I'm envisioning a bike shop like atmosphere, work bench with vise (Yeh), shared tools and spare parts. Small frig with libations, used couch for a nap, etc. Anyone else have this pipe dream? Or a lead on some space? Alan UW

Re: [RBW] ISO Brooklyn Riv Bike 'Gang'

2022-04-26 Thread alan lavine
life. For me, its drop bars. Let's see a show of hands! Alan UWS On Thursday, April 21, 2022 at 11:55:55 AM UTC-4 jakob.b...@gmail.com wrote: > Hi Brooklyn Riv riders. I just moved here from San Francisco 3 weeks ago, > game for some rides! Looks like one is in the works next Wednesd

Re: [RBW] ISO Brooklyn Riv Bike 'Gang'

2022-04-21 Thread alan lavine
be fun. Working on the Cheviot. See you next week! Come one come all. Alan > On Apr 20, 2022, at 11:11 PM, Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY > wrote: > > > Currently in Beantown, next Wednesday may work, but I’m coming from Uptown. > 6pm? Brown bags at the top of the Williamsburg Bri

Re: [RBW] ISO Brooklyn Riv Bike 'Gang'

2022-04-20 Thread Alan LaVine
next week or > another day. > > stephen > >> On Wednesday, April 20, 2022 at 10:06:32 AM UTC-4 alan lavine wrote: >> Okay, got it. >> >>>> On Apr 20, 2022, at 9:56 AM, Justin Kennedy (Brooklyn, NY) >>>> wrote: >>>> >>>

Re: [RBW] ISO Brooklyn Riv Bike 'Gang'

2022-04-20 Thread alan lavine
kinda neat seeing more and more Rivs around NYC. > > On Tuesday, April 19, 2022 at 9:42:14 PM UTC-4 alan lavine wrote: > Is anyone available tomorrow to meet at the Spritzenhaus 33 in Greenpoint? > Say 4 or 5ish? > > Alan > > On Tuesday, April 19, 2022 at 10:12:13 AM UTC-4

[RBW] Re: Searching for Cheviot info

2022-04-19 Thread alan lavine
match, hah! If we ever finish I'll send a pic. So far, his tee shirt looks like a piece of modern art. Alan On Tuesday, April 19, 2022 at 8:30:20 PM UTC-4 Bill Lindsay wrote: > Leah > > There's no way Rivendell has had 2481 samples made by Maxway. It's > probably ju

Re: [RBW] ISO Brooklyn Riv Bike 'Gang'

2022-04-19 Thread alan lavine
Is anyone available tomorrow to meet at the Spritzenhaus 33 in Greenpoint? Say 4 or 5ish? Alan On Tuesday, April 19, 2022 at 10:12:13 AM UTC-4 Justin Kennedy (Brooklyn, NY) wrote: > Always up for meeting up for a beer! That's easy. > > Also, Minh - there is a bike lane al

[RBW] Searching for Cheviot info

2022-04-19 Thread alan lavine
bb shell: M18100041 and BBM1. Its a size 60, if that matters. Any information would be much appreciated. Thanks, Alan NYC -- 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,

Re: [RBW] ISO Brooklyn Riv Bike 'Gang'

2022-04-18 Thread alan lavine
For me also, Kissena is a bit out of the way, but I would make it if everyone else could. Another option is just an informal meet up, say at a beer garden in Brooklyn, before we organize a ride. Alan UWS > On Apr 18, 2022, at 10:34 AM, Minh wrote: > > We're still organizing so

[RBW] WTB-wheelset

2022-03-31 Thread alan lavine
es.On road riding only. Open to a lightly used set and/or recs for purchasing new. Looking to spend around 250-350 $. Thanks to all, Alan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop r

[RBW] WTB: Albatross

2022-01-27 Thread Alan Z Chen
Want to buy nitto albatross bars. Ideally alu but open to cromo. Located in Brooklyn for local pickup options. Cheers -- 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: ISO Brooklyn Riv Bike 'Gang'

2022-01-23 Thread alan lavine
estaurants, I suppose we could meet even now. Alan On Saturday, January 22, 2022 at 7:41:51 PM UTC-5 Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY wrote: > Cold rubber is fast rubber, let's shred! (says the guy with two kids and a > job that burns the present daylight hours away) > I'd like to

[RBW] Re: FS: Acorn Bags-Obsolete Tan Color

2021-10-01 Thread alan lavine
I will happily take one of the handlebar bags and one of the small front bags. Let me know how to proceed. AlanNYC On Thursday, September 30, 2021 at 1:58:45 PM UTC-4 mike goldman wrote: > All bags are rip free and in excellent condition. The worst beaustainage > is shown on the top large bag

[RBW] Re: Seat bag security

2021-05-25 Thread alan lavine
Another option is stainless steel zip ties, placed where they are obviously noticeable. Very difficult to cut with diagonal pliers but easy to cut with sharp surgical sissorsthat's the dirty little secret. But it looks impressive. Available on line at Home Depot. Alan NYC On M

[RBW] Re: Regrets

2021-05-21 Thread alan lavine
I totally agree with Patrick's comments, I could have written it myself. I'm learning, slowly... You can't make a silk purse out of a sow's ear. What a weird expression that is! Alan NYC On Thursday, May 20, 2021 at 8:16:16 PM UTC-4 Kainalu V. -Brooklyn NY wrote: >

Re: [RBW] Let's see your shop and workbench

2021-03-12 Thread alan lavine
If I had a space like some of y’all, I’d never see the outside world again. Well…except to restock coffee, chocolate, whiskey and cigars. > On Mar 12, 2021, at 7:33 PM, Kieran J wrote: > > I've only had this house for a year so my bike shed (100 year old single car > garage) is still a work in

Re: [RBW] WTB: Roadini frame

2021-01-03 Thread Alan LaVine
My mistake.. I meant 1-2” HB above the saddle. Sorry Alan Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 3, 2021, at 8:36 AM, Eric Daume wrote: > >  > Just for reference, at 6'3", 36" PBH, 32" saddle height, I was pretty > comfortable on the 61 Roadini when I briefly owned

[RBW] WTB: Roadini frame

2021-01-03 Thread alan lavine
dle maybe 1-2 " above HB. The orange makes me drool. Would consider full build if the price is right. Thanks, Alan NYC -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving email

[RBW] Re: FS: 61cm Roadini - Orange - Complete - $1000

2020-07-31 Thread alan lavine
Hi, Looked at the fotos on Instagram and someone asked about the 6 speed FW with 2 cogs removed, mounted onto a SS/fixed hub. I'm very interested in doing the same thing. Can you give details, please? Thanks, Alan NYC On Thursday, July 30, 2020 at 4:24:38 PM UTC-4, David B wrote: >

Re: [RBW] FS: Paul Levers, Brakes, Thumbies

2020-06-30 Thread Alan LaVine
My bad...didn’t realize they were long pull...I wanted short pull. Sorry 😐 Alan Sent from my iPhone > On Jun 30, 2020, at 10:08 AM, alan lavine wrote: > > I’ll go for the brake levers. > Alan nyc > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to

[RBW] FS: Paul Levers, Brakes, Thumbies

2020-06-30 Thread alan lavine
I’ll go for the brake levers. Alan nyc -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Travel bikes

2020-06-22 Thread alan lavine
or bike fees (what’s in it? Bike parts for display). I would buy a Breakaway in a heartbeat if something happened to this one. Does anyone have any more information about this Dahon? Thanks Alan nyc -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Paul Brakes & Levers: Motolites, Mini Motos, Cantis, ANO COLORS PURRRPLE

2020-05-10 Thread Alan LaVine
Got this Sent from my iPhone > On May 9, 2020, at 11:16 PM, Alex Wirth- Owner, Yellow Haus Bicycles > <4824...@gmail.com> wrote: > > Sent > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to a topic in the Google > Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To unsubscribe from this topi

[RBW] Re: FS: Paul Brakes & Levers: Motolites, Mini Motos, Cantis, ANO COLORS PURRRPLE

2020-05-09 Thread alan lavine
Alex, Try "cigar four six zero" at gmail Alan On Saturday, May 9, 2020 at 9:20:40 PM UTC-4, Alex Wirth- Owner, Yellow Haus Bicycles wrote: > > Hi Alan! Thanks for reaching out because I didn't see anything come in... > > I'll send you a PM right now... > --

[RBW] Re: FS: Paul Brakes & Levers: Motolites, Mini Motos, Cantis, ANO COLORS PURRRPLE

2020-05-09 Thread alan lavine
Hi I sent a PM about a set of silver mini motos, but not sure if you got it. Anyway, I'll take one. Alan NYC On Saturday, May 9, 2020 at 5:46:16 PM UTC-4, Alex Wirth- Owner, Yellow Haus Bicycles wrote: > > Silver cantis sold > > I have the following two brake sets left: &g

Re: [RBW] Sew-Ups Anyone?

2020-04-01 Thread Alan Lavine
Do you add the sealant as a road side repair? Or change tires and add sealant at home? Alan > On Apr 1, 2020, at 4:29 PM, Bill Schairer wrote: > > “Tell me about sealant and tubulars. Do you mean pressurized sealant in a > can like Vittoria, once you flat,or sealant you add pre

Re: [RBW] Sew-Ups Anyone?

2020-04-01 Thread alan lavine
Tell me about sealant and tubulars. Do you mean pressurized sealant in a can like Vittoria, once you flat,or sealant you add preventively as routine? Thanks, Alan NYC On Wednesday, April 1, 2020 at 2:31:08 PM UTC-4, Bill Schairer wrote: > > Oh, I think Vittoria(?) produces a 50mm tubular

Re: [RBW] Re: Crash Stories

2020-03-22 Thread Alan Pickett
Joe's mention of his Stingray reminded me of this: in 1977 I was living in Charleston WV and had a yellow Schwinn Stingray. Black banana seat and those high, high "monkey bars". Behind our house, there was a church, and we would often ride our bikes in the parking lot, bunny hopping, and jumpin

Re: [RBW] Re: FS Riv Protovelo price reduction $999

2019-10-26 Thread Alan LaVine
Yes, sold. Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 26, 2019, at 2:37 PM, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Sold. He had another listing for it. > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to a topic in the Google > Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To unsubscribe from this topic, visit > htt

[RBW] Re: Fall Ride Recommendations outside NYC?

2019-10-23 Thread alan lavine
Hey Mark, Do you have a turn by turn route sheet for the Cold Spring ride? I tried to get it on the site but as I am a digital moron, couldn't. Thanks, Alan On Tuesday, October 22, 2019 at 7:16:43 AM UTC-4, Mark Roland wrote: > > If you take the train to Cold Spring, this route begi

[RBW] Re: Riv Protovelo 57.5cm, $1100

2019-10-20 Thread alan lavine
Bike is sold, thanks everyone. Alan On Wednesday, October 16, 2019 at 9:22:44 AM UTC-4, alan lavine wrote: > > Thank you, Bill. Wasn't sure how to do this. > > On Wednesday, October 16, 2019 at 8:48:56 AM UTC-4, Bill Lindsay wrote: >> >> Bumping this for Alan

[RBW] Re: Which Rivendell frame would you resurrect?

2019-10-18 Thread Alan H
Hunqapillar for sure. I'd love to get a size 50 with the 27.5" wheels. It that perfect "what a bike is supposed to look like" frame (at least to my eyes) and the green/cream color combination is off the charts beautiful (again to my eyes). I even called Riv recently to see if I could order one,

[RBW] Re: Riv Protovelo 57.5cm, $1100

2019-10-16 Thread alan lavine
Thank you, Bill. Wasn't sure how to do this. On Wednesday, October 16, 2019 at 8:48:56 AM UTC-4, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > Bumping this for Alan Lavine, since he posted a new thread announcing a > new price for a bike with no description or pictures. His new price > appears to

[RBW] FS Riv Protovelo price reduction $999

2019-10-16 Thread alan lavine
Hello, No real interest so far, so price drop. It is a genuine RIV ! Thanks, Alan NYC -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-ow

[RBW] Re: FS: Big Front Rack and Acorn M/L Saddle Bag

2019-10-16 Thread alan lavine
Hi Can I see some side photos of the bag? Interested. Thanks, Alan On Tuesday, October 15, 2019 at 4:59:06 PM UTC-4, Birdman wrote: > > Rack is sold. > > Bag is still available. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Own

[RBW] FS: New Nitto threadless tig Bullmoose Bars

2019-09-27 Thread alan lavine
I’ll take them! Send details please. Thanks Alan nyc -- 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...@googlegrou

[RBW] WTB 51-cm Appaloosa or 53-cm MIT Atlantis...

2019-09-11 Thread Alan H
for example Velocity Atlas/Cliffhanger rims and Shimano XT/LX hubs). I'd also be open to a 53-cm MIT Atlantis, though that frame will afford me a scoshe less clearance for the "valuables." Thanks, Alan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google G

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam 62cm Complete for sale

2019-06-17 Thread alan lavine
PM sent with some questions. Thanks -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, se

[RBW] Re: FS: 52cm Homer (Toyo)

2019-06-10 Thread Alan H
The Homer has been sold. Thanks to everyone who showed interest. On Saturday, May 25, 2019 at 4:18:48 PM UTC-7, Alan H wrote: > > Okay I'm trying this again...Earlier this spring I posted my Homer here, > but never got around to taking and posting pictures. The bike is no

[RBW] Re: Hunqapillar coming back with a new design?

2019-06-02 Thread Alan H
That went fast! Honestly, I wish that they wouldn't change it at all. I love that bike (I prefer the newer green and cream color scheme) and would buy one in a heartbeat if I didn't have to spend almost $3000 on the frame and then wait 6 months (or whatever it currently is) for delivery. I und

[RBW] FS: 52cm Homer (Toyo)

2019-05-27 Thread Alan H
Salzmann 3M Scotchlite bicycle reflectors. They’re available on Amazon in packs of 36. -- 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+uns

[RBW] FS: 52cm Homer (Toyo)

2019-05-27 Thread Alan H
Those are reflectors that slide onto the spokes. Very light, very reflective, and easy to put on and take off. -- 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

[RBW] Re: To Helmet or not

2019-03-30 Thread alan lavine
Thank you, Garth, for clarifying a complex issue. Alan NYC On Saturday, March 30, 2019 at 5:43:22 AM UTC-4, Garth wrote: > > > > Life is Living and Living is Life. Indivisibility, Infinity . Life > cannot harm or heal Life for the simple fact that *Life Itself Living is >

[RBW] Re: FS 52 cm Homer (Toyo frame) $1500

2019-03-29 Thread Alan H
I'm dropping the price to $1500. This bike really deserves to be ridden by someone! I'll post some updated pics this weekend, but if you have questions, ask! On Monday, March 18, 2019 at 9:53:15 AM UTC-7, Alan H wrote: > > Hi Folks, > > I've finally admitted to my

[RBW] Re: FS 52 cm AHH (not MIT)

2019-03-19 Thread Alan H
, Joe Bernard wrote: > > HA! I'd love to, Alan, but I just spent crazy-money on a 53cm Atlantis due > here Friday. CRAZY 😋 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

[RBW] Re: FS 52 cm AHH (not MIT)

2019-03-19 Thread Alan H
Hey Joe! Now's you're chance to turn back time! On Monday, March 18, 2019 at 4:02:24 PM UTC-7, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Chad, we're the same height and I had a Toyo 54 AHH (wonderful bike, never > shoulda sold it). I would definitely be on a 52 for dropbars. -- You received this message because

[RBW] FS 52 cm AHH (not MIT)

2019-03-18 Thread Alan H
I stand corrected. It’s a Toyo frame since it has the third bottle mount and an AHH serial number. Thanks for the info Chad! Size-wise, I’m 5’9” with a PBH of 80. So short legs for my height. If I set it up with Albastache bars and a dirt drop stem (i.e., just like my Roadini) it would probably

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