I had a Peregrine for a while. It was nice but not great: it really handled
more like a mountain bike than a road bike, ie, somewhat slowly. I preferred
my Crosscheck in most every way, although the Peregrine was pretty sharp
looking. The disc brakes make setting up racks and fenders kind of fiddly
With my wannabe minimalist leanings, I kind of daydream about one bike, but
I think I would spend too much time changing parts around: different tires
for mountain biking, fenders for a rainy ride, a rack for a shopping trip,
etc. Realistically, I'm just trying to get down to a core three (from fiv
No, haven't been able to do that. And not sure I'd want to. For a
few simple reasons. First off, the weather here in Minnesota isn't
consistently nice. So having a bike I don't really care that much
about for bad weather riding (aka winter) is a good luxury. Then
there's travel. Nice to have
Will,
We have a few things in common. I followed up my Kogswell P/R with
the purchase of a AHH. Although there are significant differences, I
am enjoying both bikes. I keep threatening to do a "shoot-out"
comparison on my blog, but it hasn't happened yet.
Oh yeah, I'm married, have two daught
On my AHH with aluminum Bertoud fenders, I glued a small square of inner tube
to the top of the fender right where it contacts the front brake. No more
noise, the fender stays put, quick and easy.
--- On Sun, 9/6/09, Brian Hanson wrote:
From: Brian Hanson
Subject: [RBW] Basketed Hilsen
To:
True, Jim, but you must admit we tend to talk to ourselves a lot!!
--- On Sun, 9/6/09, CycloFiend wrote:
We're kind of a clannish bunch up this way. We generally don't tell
ourselves anything.
- Jim "hunh?"
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I used to feel a little guilty owning five fully functional bicycles
and approximately a dozen more in various stages of disassembly.
My "parts bikes" are mostly used junk but I can and do use them for
parts from time to time. Most of my complete bikes are old stuff from
the 80's except for a newe
On Sun, Sep 6, 2009 at 10:33 PM, Fai Mao wrote:
>
> Several 100 miles into the new Sam Hillborne and I’ve noticed
> something odd.
>
> It seems that I now ride a lower cadence than on the old bike. [...] is
> this something to do with going from a
> 78 degree seat tube to 71.5 degree seat tube?
Two little girls *and* studying medicine! If you still find time to ride,
good for you!
Welcome, and let us have photos --- well, don't push it, given your
schedule. (I was married to a pediatrician for six years and know at least
second hand what med school is like. I have one (1) eight year old d
I could do it if I had to, and have an All-Rounder for just that reason.
It's basically a Hilsen with cantis and fancy paint. I have two wheelsets
for it, a 36h Phil with knobbies to turn it into a mtn. bike, and 32h
Dura-Ace (spaced to 135mm) with 35mm Paselas for everything else. I could
get a
Pedaling cadence is over blown in my opinion. We are not
machines . . .nor should we try to act like them. We have the
capacity to spin fast, slow and everywhere in between. Your body lets
you know how it will go best . I would just forget about your
cadence . . . .and listen to what your bod
Why the velcro strap on the left brake lever? Is it a parking
device? Does it prevent tennis elbow?
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For many years I had two bikes--a mountain bike and a road bike. I
pretty much used the road bike for commuting and was fortunate that it
never got stolen while locked up outside of bookstores and cafes.
There were times when I was worried that someone would pop off the
stem, cut the cables and wa
+3 for two little girls (3; 6 weeks)...but I studied the social
sciences, which is good for my soul but not as good for my bike fund
as medicine or law would have been.
Your P/R is one of the best...congrats on the Hilsen. I'm sure you'll
put it together quite nicely.
Esteban
San Diego, Calif.
Amazing Ride, Amazing Company, Amazing Hospitality, thanks again
boys!!
On Sep 6, 10:29�pm, David Estes wrote:
> Fantastic ride, from about 10:30 - 4:00??? �Tire of choice (chosen by choosy
> cyclists!) was a 35mm Pasela. �We rode across Santa Monica and up Sepulveda
> to Mulholland. �Rode that
I have both a Rambouillet and a custom Luna, both beautiful bikes, both
pictured here:
http://harmonias.com/bikes/
Though my husband's two Rivendells fit him perfectly, my Ramb is not a
perfect fit for me, thus i got a custom Luna from Margo Conover, which
fits me like a glove and is supremely
David:
Great photos - not sure about the wisdom of the downhill video but you
lived to post it. Pretty cool.
dougP
On Sep 6, 10:29 pm, David Estes wrote:
> Fantastic ride, from about 10:30 - 4:00??? Tire of choice (chosen by choosy
> cyclists!) was a 35mm Pasela. We rode across Santa Monica
I do it for all the flatlanders (Jimmie, Joe, and Butch).
On Mon, Sep 7, 2009 at 9:16 AM, doug peterson wrote:
>
> David:
>
> Great photos - not sure about the wisdom of the downhill video but you
> lived to post it. Pretty cool.
>
> dougP
>
> On Sep 6, 10:29 pm, David Estes wrote:
> > Fantast
In addition to the above I have an "as new" IRD 110 Bottom Bracket. It
was installed in a new Bleriot frame I bought and II switched it out
for a larger one. It is not in a box and was installed but never
used. These are $40 from Rivendell so perhaps $20 shipped?
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On Sun, Sep 6, 2009 at 22:29, David Estes wrote:
> Fantastic ride, from about 10:30 - 4:00??? Tire of choice (chosen by choosy
> cyclists!) was a 35mm Pasela. We rode across Santa Monica and up Sepulveda
> to Mulholland.
This was an excellent ride, with a great bunch of guys. I felt like I
was
Since getting an Atlantis in early 03, that's been my ride for 99% of
my mileage. I bought it for touring and liked the fit, ride, etc,
that I just didn't ride my other bikes, and don't do much fiddling
with it. It's overkill for utility riding and I am selective in where
I'll lock it up. Recen
On Mon, Sep 7, 2009 at 9:46 AM, james black wrote:
>
> On Sun, Sep 6, 2009 at 22:29, David Estes wrote:
> > Fantastic ride, from about 10:30 - 4:00??? Tire of choice (chosen by
> choosy
> > cyclists!) was a 35mm Pasela. We rode across Santa Monica and up
> Sepulveda
> > to Mulholland.
>
> This
And you rode your mountain bike in the mountains yesterday (but with slicks
just for kicks)!
On Mon, Sep 7, 2009 at 9:48 AM, doug peterson wrote:
>
> Since getting an Atlantis in early 03, that's been my ride for 99% of
> my mileage. I bought it for touring and liked the fit, ride, etc,
> that
Yeah, awesome ride, awesome crew, great trails. My smile in the photo
David took basically sums it all up:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/3895641522/in/set-72157622279022002/
I look forward to the next SoCal Riv Ride.
Anyone know the fate of the Bleriot guy?
On Sep 6, 10:29 pm, Davi
Interesting I have always had this dream that goes in the opposite
direction, essentially an over sized automatic tie rack but for
bikes. I could press a button an slowly rotate thru the bikes..hmm is
today a commuter, cross, IGH townie, light steel Italian racer, or
should I just take the Blerio
I don't think the all-rounder bike is a myth. I believe that there
are plenty of bikes that could cover the different types of riding I
do. The problem is that I want ten of those bikes.
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Dear XYJ,
I am interested in ordering many of your products in bulk. Would it
be possible for my business associate to pick these items up for you?
Unfortunately I have the western union funds made out in a much larger
amount than what you are asking so if it would be no trouble I will
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No, it makes total sense to me.
Bill
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I could press a button an slowly rotate thru the bikes..hmm is
today a commuter, cross, IGH townie, light steel Italian racer, or
should I just take the Bleriot
This couldn't be more off topic if you tried.
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Dear XYJ,
I am interested in ordering many of your products
I don't really think its a myth at all, though I guess really you
aren't talking about the bicycle. Using myself as an example I own
two bicycles, my Atlantis which I ride exclusively and then my old
Novara Safari (another all-rounder type) which I ride only if my
Atlantis is in the shop
One of the most interesting threads we've had . . .
I've grappled with the larger concepts of consumerism and voluntary
simplicity for much of my adult life. Spend any time in the developing
world and it's hard not to question why one really *needs* more than
one bike - let alone even one Rivend
It keeps it from moving while racked. I've seen many bike shops do this as well.
(To the owner of that QB, thanks for buying a Gino Light Mount!) :-)
On Mon, Sep 7, 2009 at 7:37 AM, R Gonet wrote:
>
> Why the velcro strap on the left brake lever? Is it a parking
> device? Does it prevent tenn
I am looking to buy a frame and fork (or partial build) to set up as a
randonneur bike, so clearance and mounts for fenders and larger tires
are a must and rack mounts a plus. I am open to anything, it does not
have to look good, just work well. I have a PBH of 91cm and usually
ride a 58cm-60cm
Growl,
Try it this way
http://hk2sh.blogspot.com/2009/09/touring-bike.html
On Sep 7, 1:47 pm, Brian Hanson wrote:
> Fai - the link doesn't work - not open to public?
>
>
>
> On Sun, Sep 6, 2009 at 9:54 PM, Fai Mao wrote:
>
> > My Sam is probably a bit exccentric from this groups persective. I
Thanks CJ. Would love to see that "shoot-out" review.
On Sep 7, 6:18 am, "cj.spinner" wrote:
> Will,
>
> We have a few things in common. I followed up my Kogswell P/R with
> the purchase of a AHH. Although there are significant differences, I
> am enjoying both bikes. I keep threatening to do
I have two bikes right now, a loaded tourer and a commuter. Arguably,
one bike could handle both jobs, but I've not been able to get it
right.
The touring bike has Tubus racks, built to hold panniers tight and
low. Ortlieb and a few other companies make a grocery bag that works
well, but not a
I'd just like to remind folks not to respond to spurious posts to the group.
Google Groups does not allow me to delete entire threads, so when folks
reply, I have to go through and remove each individual post.
Normally, I see anything that is held for moderation. That includes new
users and the
I have a 1985 Trek 720 touring bike in very good condition. It is the 25"
model which puts it at about 63cm and change. It has fenders all the
original racks etc. You can check it out on Ebay. It ends tomorrow or I can
send you additional pictures etc. I tried to contact you at your email
address
on 9/7/09 2:16 PM, CycloFiend at cyclofi...@earthlink.net wrote:
My typing-fu is weak today:
> The most recent spam post didn't come across my inbox, and actually doesn't
> seem to only appear when the list is viewed through the online version. The
> only reason I caught it was from the ensuing
Jim -- not to the subject, but thanks for your work in maintaining this
entertaining list.
On Mon, Sep 7, 2009 at 3:26 PM, CycloFiend wrote:
>
> on 9/7/09 2:16 PM, CycloFiend at cyclofi...@earthlink.net wrote:
>
> My typing-fu is weak today:
> > The most recent spam post didn't come across my in
The solution to this is to do as my brother does, and own up to 80 bicycles
but never pay more than $100 for any one; his average is probably more like
$50. So, $5K, that's the price of a top line, decked out Riv.
Among his keepers (since most flow through his garage almost like
Heraclitus's river)
Fai:
The bike looks great. Perfect set up for the crowded, hilly and
frequently messy streets in Hong Kong but ready to go out into Chinese
country side. Looks like it will be a fun bike.
On Sep 7, 3:11 am, Fai Mao wrote:
> Growl,
>
> Try it this wayhttp://hk2sh.blogspot.com/2009/09/touring-b
In my experience, the one-bike-for-everything bike is more in the head
of the bike owner than the bike itself. The reality is that almost
every bike is capable of doing (almost) everything. The issue is
whether or not the cyclist is happy with that level of performance.
You can ride on the road, c
PATRICK MOORE wrote:
> I don't think the all-rounder bike is a myth. I believe that there
> are plenty of bikes that could cover the different types of riding I
> do. The problem is that I want ten of those bikes.
LOL! Point.
I have found that my all-rounder is... my All-Rounder. If you held
So I'm cruising along on the Quickbeam this morning, looping Paradise
Point via Seminary drive (for you Marin County folks) when I hear a
very friendly voice from behind say "On your left, sir." I pull a bit
to the right, and thank the first of two twenty-something women who
blast right by me on
It was the basket, bro. "Dudes" and "guys" may ride Quickbeams (fixed
gears are very hip), but only old guys heading home from the coop use
baskets. That's MHO.
P.S. On a related note, I rode my Rivendell Road to the Vallejo ferry
and into SF on Saturday. Once I arrived in SF, several p
That is a great smile! And that was after pushing up the first real steep
spot on the roadie double you have! Obviously not a serious cyclist.
Bleriot Guy Bruce (BGB) was hangin' and drinking beer about the point we
started missing him!
On Mon, Sep 7, 2009 at 10:00 AM, Aaron Thomas wrote:
>
>
Sort of related.. When I forwarded the So Cal Riv Riders photo set to a local
buddy, and added that I would love to live close enough to attend one,
he responded with this link.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dYlAwvz8uwc
What'd he mean by that? huh?
--- On Mon, 9/7/09, Eric Norris wrote:
From:
You could have an Atlantis as a back up to your Atlantis!
Grant should just start sending me bonus money for all the business I send
his way!
On Mon, Sep 7, 2009 at 10:54 AM, Robert Kirkpatrick wrote:
>
> I don't really think its a myth at all, though I guess really you
> aren't talking about th
With all the fires here in SoCal, I actually have a bike rescue plan in
place. Don't get me wrong, there's a family rescue plan as well. You can
have several plans you know.
On Mon, Sep 7, 2009 at 11:12 AM, Dave Craig wrote:
>
> One of the most interesting threads we've had . . .
>
> I've gra
That was pretty much the topic of self-congratulatory conversation during
yesterday's SoCal ride. :-)
On Mon, Sep 7, 2009 at 3:49 PM, cm wrote:
>
> In my experience, the one-bike-for-everything bike is more in the head
> of the bike owner than the bike itself. The reality is that almost
> every
There were no bees involved in yesterday's ride.
On Mon, Sep 7, 2009 at 5:29 PM, Bruce wrote:
> Sort of related.. When I forwarded the So Cal Riv Riders photo set to a
> local buddy, and added that I would love to live close enough to attend one,
> he responded with this link.
> http://www.youtu
I get called "sir" now and then. Probably not as often as I hear "on
your left," which I hear a whole lot. I get called "sir" while I get
the look that says, "oh how cute, an old guy riding up the hill,
trying to hang with the bobos, I hope he doesn't have a heart
attack." I think you get calle
On Mon, Sep 7, 2009 at 5:02 PM, Ray wrote:
>
> But, then I think to myself, "Sir?"
>
>
They were just being nice. Stop being so self-conscious. :-)
Horace.
Sunnyvale Quickbeam rider.
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On Mon, Sep 7, 2009 at 4:49 PM, cm wrote:
>
> In my experience, the one-bike-for-everything bike is more in the head
> of the bike owner than the bike itself. The reality is that almost
> every bike is capable of doing (almost) everything. The issue is
> whether or not the cyclist is happy with t
On Sun, Sep 6, 2009 at 10:27 PM, JL wrote:
>
> I have always had a difficult time owning just one bicycle. It seems
> that no matter how many times I imagine the most ideal bicycle model
> and setup I change my mind after a few weeks or months and alter the
> setup. My solution to this is to hav
Hi all,
Having experienced the joys of Toei (and Weigle) it is with some
regret that I must part with my Saluki. It's a wonderful bike (and the
components are amazing) but it's not as well suited to the type of
riding I do as the Toei. Plus I have *too many bikes.*
Before I'm excommunicated, I'd
One doesn't putt with a driver . . .
I've ridden all three of my "all-rounder" Riv's in less than 24 hours.
Last night, I wore a suit and tie and rode my bike to a wedding. I've
only got one tie, one suit, and one nice pair of shoes, but I had to
think for a moment before I chose which bike to ri
BEAUTIFUL, and in my size & favorite Saluki color. Hm :-)
On Mon, Sep 7, 2009 at 7:19 PM, John Ferguson wrote:
>
> Hi all,
>
> Having experienced the joys of Toei (and Weigle) it is with some
> regret that I must part with my Saluki. It's a wonderful bike (and the
> components are amazi
You should start yelling at them in German to quit drafting you!
On Mon, Sep 7, 2009 at 6:13 PM, Horace wrote:
>
>
> On Mon, Sep 7, 2009 at 5:02 PM, Ray wrote:
>
>>
>> But, then I think to myself, "Sir?"
>>
>>
> They were just being nice. Stop being so self-conscious. :-)
>
> Horace.
> Sunnyval
Yeah! Except I don't know any German. How about I shake my liver spotted fist
at them and scream:
Juvenis est attero in tener! Juvenis est attero in tener!
--- On Mon, 9/7/09, David Estes wrote:
From: David Estes
Subject: [RBW] Re: Curious: Was it me, or the Quickbeam?
To: rbw-owners-bunch
Juvenile tenors? Is that a band?
On Mon, Sep 7, 2009 at 8:01 PM, Ray Shine wrote:
> Yeah! Except I don't know any German. How about I shake my liver spotted
> fist at them and scream:
>
> Juvenis est attero in tener! Juvenis est attero in tener!
>
> --- On *Mon, 9/7/09, David Estes * wrote:
>
Gasp! Wow. That's a nice one. Perfect. Hopefully someone from the
list picks it up, as 62cm 650B (and built in an excellent Herse-esque
rando style) is now the domain of customs.
Esteban
San Diego, Calif.
On Sep 7, 7:32 pm, David Estes wrote:
> BEAUTIFUL, and in my size & favorite Saluki col
Just spitballing here but it is possible that on the "retired tri"
bike you were/are always in "gotta go fast" mode? as in I am training
for a Tri or even if I am not training for one its just the way this
bike is ridden?
And now the Sam has a more laid back pedal slower vibe?
FWIW I have a rac
No, "I wear down youth!" I really am ignorant
On Mon, Sep 7, 2009 at 9:13 PM, Bill Gibson wrote:
> No try this: "Youth is eroded by age!" How's that?
>
>
> On Mon, Sep 7, 2009 at 9:11 PM, Bill Gibson wrote:
>
>> Youth weakens over time? Youth tires when worn down? Youth has no stamina?
>> th
Bruce - get it -- "no rain?" I hated that song now and then.
Regardless, we are indeed in a 3 year drought (its actually longer).
So, to the "sir." I think it has more to do with gravitas than age.
The President would be called "sir,": as would Prince Harry. So, the
class exuded by your bicycl
Youth weakens over time? Youth tires when worn down? Youth has no stamina?
that is not literal; an attempt at the sense... I really should study more
latin, ... I'm old enough now... yeah and classical greek too... Dang I
might even get educated finally...
On Mon, Sep 7, 2009 at 8:23 PM, David Est
Amen -what Patrick said THANKS!
On Sep 7, 2:30 pm, PATRICK MOORE wrote:
> Jim -- not to the subject, but thanks for your work in maintaining this
> entertaining list.
>
>
>
>
>
> On Mon, Sep 7, 2009 at 3:26 PM, CycloFiend wrote:
>
> > on 9/7/09 2:16 PM, CycloFiend at cyclofi...@earthlink.net w
Yes the 78 degree seat tube is correct on the old bike. It is a retired
triathlon specific bike and is VERY upright, very short and very stiff. If
you are on an aero type bar it is actully not uncomfortable because most of
your weight is on your arms. But when you sit up it is like driving a
broomh
No try this: "Youth is eroded by age!" How's that?
On Mon, Sep 7, 2009 at 9:11 PM, Bill Gibson wrote:
> Youth weakens over time? Youth tires when worn down? Youth has no stamina?
> that is not literal; an attempt at the sense... I really should study more
> latin, ... I'm old enough now... yeah
Classical geek, not greek. Face it, even without your "Old Guys Rule"
T-shirt she spotted you for a geezer. Young people spot a lot more
cues of aging than you or I do. Just accept it, man. You've got a
patina that they can't even see.
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Ditto.
On Sep 8, 12:09 am, RoadieRyan wrote:
> Amen -what Patrick said THANKS!
>
> On Sep 7, 2:30 pm, PATRICK MOORE wrote:
>
>
>
> > Jim -- not to the subject, but thanks for your work in maintaining this
> > entertaining list.
>
> > On Mon, Sep 7, 2009 at 3:26 PM, CycloFiend wrote:
>
> > > o
on 9/7/09 5:02 PM, Ray at r.sh...@sbcglobal.net wrote:
> Was it me, or the QB?
Ray, I've seen you on the road, and you command respect... ;^)
- J
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Brian,
I remember your bike some earlier posts -- you had an equally
beautiful brittney spaniel in one of the shots. That bike just gets
more attractive every time that I look at it.
Michael
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