[RBW] Re: Atlantis on the Great Divide Route?

2009-10-31 Thread JoelMatthews
> Admittedly it's been a few years since I've been in the South San > Juans in Colorado (used to spend a lot of time there as an Outward > Bound Instructor), but last I knew, bikes were not permitted on trails > there. That was the rule when I was there too. I will have to buy the maps, but it s

[RBW] Re: Why have American Classic seatposts been overlooked by the RBW and BOBish crowd?

2009-10-31 Thread clevewh...@gmail.com
just wondering if there's a shim for the 26.8 size or if that is even advisable On Oct 30, 8:45 am, David Hallerman wrote: > I've had broken bolt problems with American Classic. The tilt angle > screw is tiny, and doesn't take much stress. > > In contrast, the absolute best seatpost for ease of

[RBW] Re: Sugino Px on Atlantis

2009-10-31 Thread MichaelS
Hello- I run a TA cyclotouriste with 46-42-26 on my All-Rounder with 125+5 Phil BB. I probably have straighter chainstays than the Atlantis but if you use a 36 middle ring there will probably be enough clearance. The Phil BB retainers let you cheat it over a few more mm's, too. Cheers- Mike On

[RBW] Re: Sugino Px on Atlantis

2009-10-31 Thread newenglandbike
While this is no doubt true, I think sometimes folks can put a little too much emphasis on chainline, *especially* on a multispeed rig. Even on single speed setups, i'll normally just try to get the chainline reasonable, and then i don't worry about it. In my experience, chains last a long time m

[RBW] Re: Complete bike for $1000?

2009-10-31 Thread SMP
I have not, but I can attest to the Townie (another model) that they make. Great, solid bike for the price. On Oct 30, 10:49 am, Weird Harold wrote: > Has anyone seen a Ticino up close? --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed t

[RBW] Improper Messages

2009-10-31 Thread CycloFiend
Hey All - I've seen a couple instances in the past couple weeks of spam-posts slipping into the list. They are reasonably offensive and I appreciate those members who have brought them to my attention quickly. As you may know, all posts from new members are moderated, so I'm supposed to see a

[RBW] Re: Anyone ever used this Extrawheel Trailer?

2009-10-31 Thread JimD
I've been curious about this trailer and finally decided to consult 'The Google' Here are some links I found informative: http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?t=309338 http://rollingresistance.wordpress.com/2007/08/18/extrawheel/ http://familyonbikes.org/blog/?p=722 My conclusion from t

[RBW] FS: Nitto Handlebars (3)

2009-10-31 Thread David Hallerman
Hi, Three Nitto road handlebars for sale. Prices include Priority Mail shipping to CONUS. PayPal best way to pay. * Model 176 (called "Dream Bars" by Rivendell), size 44 cm (c-c), 26.0 mm clamp. Near new condition. Price = $40 * Model 176 (called "Dream Bars" by Rivendell), size 42 cm (c-c), 2

[RBW] Re: Sccccratches

2009-10-31 Thread Kelt
No one has offered the obligatory "Hemp Twine Whipping" solution yet? I have not applied this solution to my top tube, but it did serve admirably well as the chain slap protector on my Bleriot: http://flic.kr/p/5kwZQn. This was the short version. I subsequently removed and re-applied a longer wh

[RBW] New Touring Frames from Bruce Gordon Cycles

2009-10-31 Thread Bruce Gordon
I know they are not Rivendell's, but, I thought some people on the list might be interested. The New Taiwanese BLT's (Basic Loaded Touring) frames are in stock and ready for viewing at several shops: American Cyclery in San Francisco, CA Black Mountain Cycles in Point Reyes Station, CA The Bicy

[RBW] Re: Improper Messages

2009-10-31 Thread Seth Vidal
On Sat, Oct 31, 2009 at 3:24 PM, CycloFiend wrote: > > Hey All - > > I've seen a couple instances in the past couple weeks of spam-posts slipping > into the list.  They are reasonably offensive and I appreciate those members > who have brought them to my attention quickly. > > As you may know, al

[RBW] Re: Improper Messages

2009-10-31 Thread EricP
I also appreciate all the work you do, Jim. Sounds like this is becoming a common issue through Gogole groups recently. (Noticed a similar thread on the Surly LHT and CC list). Eric Platt St. Paul, MN On Oct 31, 4:57�pm, Seth Vidal wrote: > On Sat, Oct 31, 2009 at 3:24 PM, CycloFiend wrote:

[RBW] Re: FS: Nigel Smythe bags

2009-10-31 Thread kaseri
All bags have been sold. Thanks to all and I hope you enjoy the bags! Regards. On Oct 30, 6:50 pm, kaseri wrote: > For those of you wanting a tweed Nigel Smythe Lil Loafer I have one > for sale. It is this years tweed #305 and has never been used. I am > dropping the price to $70 shipped! --~--

[RBW] Re: New Touring Frames from Bruce Gordon Cycles

2009-10-31 Thread R Gonet
Is Bruce Gordon's hijacking of this string to promote his own bikes an example of spam-posting or what? On Oct 31, 5:20 pm, "Bruce Gordon" wrote: > I know they are not Rivendell's, but, I thought some people on the list > might be interested. > > The New Taiwanese BLT's (Basic Loaded Touring) fr

[RBW] Re: Improper Messages

2009-10-31 Thread R Gonet
Whoops, subject got changed by accident. Here it is corrected. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To uns

[RBW] Trade my Carradice Pendle bag for your Axiom Monsoon panniers??

2009-10-31 Thread jinxed
I suppose the subject says it allbut here is the fine print: I have an as new Olive Carradice Pendle bag (@ 11ltr capacity) that I picked up to use on my incoming Bombadil due any day. I have been using a Barley on my Bleriot and love it but wanted a bit bigger size for the Bomba. Well, I ha

[RBW] Re: New Touring Frames from Bruce Gordon Cycles

2009-10-31 Thread JoelMatthews
> Is Bruce Gordon's hijacking of this string to promote his own bikes an > example of spam-posting or what? Actually, after all the Surly threads we have had here of late, I kind of find it refreshing. Much like Riv, BG runs a small operation based around his vision of what a certain kind of bik

[RBW] Re: New Touring Frames from Bruce Gordon Cycles

2009-10-31 Thread R Gonet
> Actually, after all the Surly threads we have had here of late, I kind > of find it refreshing.  Much like Riv, BG runs a small operation based > around his vision of what a certain kind of bike should be.  Surly is > a division of a large corporation with an guerilla marketing campaign > that

[RBW] Re: New Touring Frames from Bruce Gordon Cycles

2009-10-31 Thread JoelMatthews
> but I was just commenting on Gordon's blatant hijacking of the spam string to > promote his own products on the RBW forum. I suspect that might not be quite so blatant but rather more a craftsman born, shall we say, somewhat before the digital era, at work. I don't get all Surlys, but there a

[RBW] Re: Atlantis on the Great Divide Route?

2009-10-31 Thread JoelMatthews
Somewhat on topic - just finished reading a decent Outside article (probably great by most current bicycle journalist standards - but no where near the quality of Outside writing ten years ago) about riding across the Scottish highlands. Sounds like that would be a great ride, and most likely a w

[RBW] FS: Ritchey Pro Cranks

2009-10-31 Thread Corwin Zechar
These are NOS (in the box). Crank length is 172.5 mm. Chainrings are 52/39. Pictures here: http://picasaweb.google.com/Ernfast/RitcheyCranks# $50 shipped. Or best offer. Thank you, Corwin --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscri

[RBW] Re: Sccccratches

2009-10-31 Thread kaseri
I keep a bandana tied around my stem. When I park my bicycle the bandana gets tied to my frame where contact with the object I'm locked to occurs. This keeps my frame scratch free and most of all gives me peace of mind. On hot days the bandana works wonderfully to wipe my brow with. Regards. On

[RBW] Re: New Touring Frames from Bruce Gordon Cycles

2009-10-31 Thread CycloFiend
on 10/31/09 4:00 PM, R Gonet at richard.go...@earthlink.net wrote: > Is Bruce Gordon's hijacking of this string to promote his own bikes an > example of spam-posting or what? No. If you access this group via email, it would seem to be a simple thing to delete a Subject line to start a new threa

[RBW] Re: Why have American Classic seatposts been overlooked by the RBW and BOBish crowd?

2009-10-31 Thread CycloFiend
on 10/31/09 5:56 AM, clevewh...@gmail.com at clevewh...@gmail.com wrote: > just wondering if there's a shim for the 26.8 size or if that is even > advisable As a general statement, shimming a seatpost is pretty trouble-free. Most shops can order a variety of thicknesses pretty easily, if they don

[RBW] Saddlesack-small

2009-10-31 Thread SJB
Has anyone picked up a small, Sackville Saddlesack? I'm curious to know what you think about the newest Rivbike bike luggage offering. Thanks --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.

[RBW] Re: Why have American Classic seatposts been overlooked by the RBW and BOBish crowd?

2009-10-31 Thread grant
On Oct 28, 8:07 pm, Mojo wrote: > I distinctly remember Grant sending out an email a few years back > saying the sharp edges of seatposts like the A/C would void the > warranty of broken Brooks rails. At least that is how I remember it. > Me, being the reckless daredevil adrenalin junkie that I

[RBW] Atlantis 58cm For Sale on eBay

2009-10-31 Thread MM
Nice looking ride, with shellacked Noodles, a Carradice Barley, and Nitto cages thrown in. See http://j.mp/2f7ohK --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, sen