Re: [RBW] perennial pants issue

2010-10-04 Thread PATRICK MOORE
Me, I like knickers (American, not British) with nice wool socks. Bicycle Fixation's are good (socks and knickers) but I've had my own made from quality Goodwill wool dress trousers, having the leftover material from the leg bottoms sewn inside on the thighs and waist for added wind protection. As

[RBW] Re: Garage Sale

2010-10-04 Thread benzzoy
Hi Seth, Yes, it was a 53 cm. *Really* How did you guess? Send me your address privately and I'll see you get one of the ten. Cheers, B On Oct 3, 8:19 pm, Seth Vidal wrote: > > So a couple of things: > 1. do you want to part ways with one of the atlantis caps? I could > probably see my way t

Re: [RBW] Re: Garage Sale

2010-10-04 Thread Seth Vidal
On Mon, Oct 4, 2010 at 9:46 AM, benzzoy wrote: > Hi Seth, > > Yes, it was a 53 cm.  *Really*  How did you guess? whew, okay. That makes me feel better. :) I was just making a wishful-thinking guess. > > Send me your address privately and I'll see you get one of the ten. Will do. Thanks! -sv -

[RBW] Re: Sneaker Pedals

2010-10-04 Thread Powderpiggy
Okay. Great thanks. I will check and see if I can tighten the pedal and if that helps...If not I will give greasing the bearings a go. How much grease do you put in there ? Keely On Oct 3, 9:12 pm, Philip Williamson wrote: > Buy some grease. Get into the pedal and put a lot of grease on the

[RBW] Re: Good bike to ride, after a war.

2010-10-04 Thread RoadieRyan
Love the orange panels! great looking build what light are you using up front? Beautiful bike Ryan On Oct 3, 9:07 pm, Rob Harrison wrote: > Very nice! > > Rob in Seattle > > On Oct 3, 2010, at 8:35 PM, Ian Dickson wrote: > > > > > Some photos of my 54cm Hunqapillar, taken today: > > >http://ww

[RBW] Re: Garage Sale - Nigel Smythe Country Bag repair / upgrade

2010-10-04 Thread Philip Williamson
Genius! Suave fix. I want to say I hate alla y'all who got the Killer Deal on these bags, but I'm actually just happy for you. Philip Williamson www.biketinker.com On Oct 3, 5:33 pm, Reed Kennedy wrote: > One of the more wonderful items available at yesterday's Rivendell garage > sale were Nige

[RBW] Re: Garage Sale - Nigel Smythe Country Bag repair / upgrade

2010-10-04 Thread manueljohnacosta
Great fix! need to try this i bought 2 bags that I want to fix On Oct 3, 8:29 pm, Seth Vidal wrote: > On Sun, Oct 3, 2010 at 8:33 PM, Reed Kennedy wrote: > > One of the more wonderful items available at yesterday's Rivendell garage > > sale were Nigel Smythe Country Bags. > > Apparently the firs

[RBW] Re: Good bike to ride, after a war.

2010-10-04 Thread Ian Dickson
That's a Schmidt E6. Might have been the wrong choice. In the winter I'll be riding this bike on the mushing trails near my house, and there are a lot of moose back there that I don't want to startle. The beam on the E6 is so tightly focused that I don't think I'll be able to see much to the sid

Re: [RBW] Re: Saluki build decisions

2010-10-04 Thread Bruce
I've had GB Oursons on my Saluki for about a year now and like them a lot. At 60 - 65 psi they are as fast as I can go, at 50 - 55 psi they are more comfortable over poorer surfaces. Tread pattern is the same as Col de la Vie, but with a lighter, more lively casing. Based on little wear they ev

Re: [RBW] Re: Garage Sale

2010-10-04 Thread Seth Vidal
On Mon, Oct 4, 2010 at 1:56 AM, cyclotourist wrote: > A custom painted 58cm Atlantis f&f just went for $1,050 the 'bay... > yes- but then you have to deal with ebay :) -sv -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this

[RBW] Re: Saluki build decisions

2010-10-04 Thread franklyn
I agree, but the $50 difference really lose meaning after about 3-4 years of use. Franklyn On Oct 4, 4:03 am, Johnny Alien wrote: > For a light person with only light touring in mind I think the $200 > set is a screaming deal. I have the same set on my Bleriot and have > had no issues in the pas

[RBW] Re: Saluki build decisions

2010-10-04 Thread Johnny Alien
For a light person with only light touring in mind I think the $200 set is a screaming deal. I have the same set on my Bleriot and have had no issues in the past two years with a ton of miles. If you are considering heavier touring you may want to upgrade but it sounds like you are not. On Oct 4,

Re: [RBW] Re: Garage Sale

2010-10-04 Thread cyclotourist
A custom painted 58cm Atlantis f&f just went for $1,050 the 'bay... On Sun, Oct 3, 2010 at 8:19 PM, Seth Vidal wrote: > > 2. $1000 atlantis? Are you frelling kidding me? Please say this was a > really tiny one like a 53cm or something, that would be fine with me. > > -sv > > -- > You received t

[RBW] Re: perennial pants issue

2010-10-04 Thread Mojo
I really like the REI adventure pant, http://www.rei.com/product/784060 small crotch gusset, a nicely brushed quick-drying nylon, extra zipped pockets on the thighs. I have two pair that I wear alot for the office, and they look good after the ride in. They will need an overpant or underwear for s

[RBW] Re: Sneaker Pedals

2010-10-04 Thread Ian Dickson
I would take Ryan's advice and overhaul the pedals. Several times I've had MKS pedals start clicking on me after not too many miles. Your own grease/adjustment job will last a lot longer than the factory job. Also, it's an easy, low-risk maintenance project that's worth doing just to know how. D

Re: [RBW] Re: Saluki build decisions

2010-10-04 Thread nathan spindel
Oh right, I got confused between the two different RBW budget wheelsets! Sorry about that - thanks for the clarification. -nathan On Sun, Oct 3, 2010 at 9:34 PM, franklyn wrote: > Nathan, > > I think you need to compare apples to apples: > > The $200 wheels (http://www.rivbike.com/products/show/

[RBW] Re: Sneaker Pedals

2010-10-04 Thread RoadieRyan
Great article about this on EcoVelo not too long ago http://www.ecovelo.info/2010/05/27/click-click-click/ And the link referenced with the blow by blow of how to do it, different kind of MKS pedal but I think the process would be roughly the same for your sneakers http://stankertanker.blogspot.co

[RBW] Re: grip king and power grip combo?

2010-10-04 Thread R Gonet
I reported the gist of this string to Grant and he replied that he had just assumed that the two wouldn't work together. He has now changed the website to indicate that they will work. I hope more people are encouraged to use this combination now because IMHO it's an ideal setup for the Rivish Ri

[RBW] Free Book San Francisco Bay bicycle book

2010-10-04 Thread Sean Whelan
see description from Amazon below. I bought it when living in San Francisco. It is essentially new. I figure someone on this list might benefit. If you feel like sending a book in trade, that would be fine, too. http://www.amazon.com/Short-Bike-Rides-around-Francisco/dp/0762702141 Contact me if

[RBW] Re: Good bike to ride, after a war.

2010-10-04 Thread Calm54
Very nice. Thanks for the photos. On Oct 3, 8:35 pm, Ian Dickson wrote: > Some photos of my 54cm Hunqapillar, taken today: > > http://www.flickr.com/photos/54529...@n07/sets/72157624965806797/with... -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunc

[RBW] Re: Sneaker Pedals

2010-10-04 Thread Powderpiggy
Hey thanks. I will pick up some grease and give it a go. K On Oct 3, 11:42 pm, Ian Dickson wrote: > I would take Ryan's advice and overhaul the pedals.  Several times > I've had MKS pedals start clicking on me after not too many miles. > Your own grease/adjustment job will last a lot longer tha

[RBW] Re: Good bike to ride, after a war.

2010-10-04 Thread fulf
I've been patiently waiting for some good shots of the 54 Hunq. Thanks for posting. Your bike looks awesome. I'm curious about the orange,which I prefer, thought the Hunq was only coming in red. What type and size tires are you using? They fit the bike well. Bill On Oct 4, 3:26 am, Ian Dickson w

Re: [RBW] Re: Garage Sale - Nigel Smythe Country Bag repair / upgrade

2010-10-04 Thread Reed Kennedy
A few notes on how I did it and the supplies employed: I used some quite nice 25lb test wax coated nylon thread designed especially for stitching leather: http://www.tandyleatherfactory.com/search/searchresults/1227-03.aspx?feature=Product_3&kw=thread

[RBW] Re: perennial pants issue

2010-10-04 Thread Mojo
I also really like Carhartt pants. They are my Levi's for the new mellinium. I like the side pockets on their carpenter pants where I carry my cell on the right side and pepper spray on the left. Here is the Carhartt nylon pant http://www.sierratradingpost.com/p/154,2123D_Carhartt-Ripstop-Work-Pant

[RBW] Thanks, everyone, for coming to the ride & sale.

2010-10-04 Thread John Bennett
Thank you to everyone who made the trek from near (Berkeley, San Francisco) and far (Miami, Los Angeles, ...) to join us for our garage sale, and "un-official" post-sale ride. It was great to see everyone, and to make a little room in our always cramped quarters. Cheers, John and the crew at RBW

[RBW] Re: perennial pants issue

2010-10-04 Thread JoelMatthews
+1 on Diamond Gusset. I stopped wearing denim years ago. Couple years back afte GP endorsed Diamond Gusset as a good MUSA product I figured I would try a pair for the heck of it. I have three pair and like them for winter riding. I get them a little loose so I can wear long merino skivvies unde

[RBW] Re: Free Book San Francisco Bay bicycle book

2010-10-04 Thread John Bennett
Great book, written by RBW's good friend, Henry Kingman. The Planet of The Apes ride is not to be missed. On Oct 4, 7:34 am, Sean Whelan wrote: > see description from Amazon below. I bought it when living in San Francisco. > It is essentially new. I figure someone on this list might benefit. >

[RBW] Re: perennial pants issue

2010-10-04 Thread Garth
Yeah Patrick I'm the same. Every fall time to find some proper pants or in my case also knickers. I'm about to try these from Endura, called the Zyme 3/4. They look rather "normal". No liner. Diamond gusset crotch. http://s3.backcountry.com/900/EDA/EDA0036/EDA0036-CH.jpg http://www.h

Re: [RBW] Re: Free Book San Francisco Bay bicycle book

2010-10-04 Thread Sean Whelan
It is claimed and headed back to the East Bay. Thanks all, Sean --- On Mon, 10/4/10, John Bennett wrote: From: John Bennett Subject: [RBW] Re: Free Book San Francisco Bay bicycle book To: "RBW Owners Bunch" Date: Monday, October 4, 2010, 12:08 PM Great book, written by RBW's good friend, He

[RBW] Re: Good bike to ride, after a war.

2010-10-04 Thread ghost cassidy
who makes that porteur rack? -- 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com

Re: [RBW] perennial pants issue

2010-10-04 Thread Anne Paulson
On Sun, Oct 3, 2010 at 6:34 PM, jim_OLP wrote: > Every year when it starts to get cold, I undertake a futile search for > cycling pants that don't look like something from the ballet or the > circus.  I mean pants, not lycra tights.  And not rain pants, which > tend to be way too baggy and - if th

Re: [RBW] perennial pants issue

2010-10-04 Thread Seth Vidal
On Mon, Oct 4, 2010 at 12:22 PM, Anne Paulson wrote: > On Sun, Oct 3, 2010 at 6:34 PM, jim_OLP wrote: >> Every year when it starts to get cold, I undertake a futile search for >> cycling pants that don't look like something from the ballet or the >> circus.  I mean pants, not lycra tights.  And n

[RBW] Re: perennial pants issue

2010-10-04 Thread Thomas Lynn Skean
The RBW web-site has "out-of-stock" indicators for black/black pants, which as far as I know have not yet been "in-stock"... don't know if that means they're coming in time for this winter or not; those indicators have been there a while. But if the blue-crotch thing is the only thing stopping you

[RBW] Re: RB1 and sackville Sacks.....

2010-10-04 Thread Thomas Lynn Skean
I don't know about the frame. RBW putting a "no sale to 250lb+" statement on the web-site entry for the Roadeo (regardless of how serious that really is) suggests that the Roadeo would not be a good idea for this. Is the RB1 built with similar strength tubes/layout? Lighter? Heavier? I've no idea.

Re: [RBW] Re: perennial pants issue

2010-10-04 Thread PATRICK MOORE
On Mon, Oct 4, 2010 at 8:17 AM, Mojo wrote: > I really like the REI adventure pant They call it a "pant". Does this mean you get only one leg's worth? -- Patrick Moore Albuquerque, NM For professional resumes, contact Patrick Moore, ACRW at resumespecialt...@gmail.com -- You received this

RE: [RBW] perennial pants issue

2010-10-04 Thread Frederick, Steve
I've had good luck with tapered running pants from the local runners shop (Playmakers in Okemos) I think the ones I bought were "Hind," brand. I also like Zoic's bamboo-material knickers, Reign I think is the model name. Nice construction and details, very comfortable and well made. (run tigh

[RBW] Trade my XXXL Wooly Warm long sleeves for your XXL? Or selll them?

2010-10-04 Thread Adam Kimball
Hi all, I have a couple of green XXXL Wooly Warm long-sleeve wool shirts that I've used very little. And now, thanks to the beauty of bicycle commuting, they are too big. I'd love to trade them for XXL's. If that doesn't materialize, I'd like to sell them. Let me know if you are interested. -

[RBW] Re: Good bike to ride, after a war.

2010-10-04 Thread Ian Dickson
fulf: They have (or had) them in red and orange. I like both. It was a tough choice. The tires are Marathon Duremes, 622x50. So far I like them. Much better traction on wet mud than the Supremes. ghost cassidy: The rack was made by Leah Stargardter. It was a custom job for another bike, bu

[RBW] wide-Q road crankset?

2010-10-04 Thread andrew hill
Can anyone recommend a wide-ish Q road crankset? i'm looking for something like a 52/42/30 with a 170 length and a tread of 165. not sure if such a beastie exists, and a weekend of googling hasn't turned it up. I'd be happy with a non-compact double as well, though I bet a wide-Q version is e

Re: [RBW] wide-Q road crankset?

2010-10-04 Thread Steve Palincsar
On Mon, 2010-10-04 at 12:15 -0700, andrew hill wrote: > Can anyone recommend a wide-ish Q road crankset? i'm looking for something > like a 52/42/30 with a 170 length and a tread of 165. not sure if such a > beastie exists, and a weekend of googling hasn't turned it up. I'd be happy > with a

Re: [RBW] wide-Q road crankset?

2010-10-04 Thread andrew hill
On Oct 4, 2010, at 12:25 PM, Steve Palincsar wrote: > On Mon, 2010-10-04 at 12:15 -0700, andrew hill wrote: >> Can anyone recommend a wide-ish Q road crankset? i'm looking for something >> like a 52/42/30 with a 170 length and a tread of 165. not sure if such a >> beastie exists, and a weekend

[RBW] Re: wide-Q road crankset?

2010-10-04 Thread William
You could always go with these tread wideners. Thanks to Sheldon Brown (R.I.P.) http://www.sheldonbrown.com/harris/pedals.html On Oct 4, 12:43 pm, andrew hill wrote: > On Oct 4, 2010, at 12:25 PM, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > > On Mon, 2010-10-04 at 12:15 -0700, andrew hill wrote: > >> Can anyo

[RBW] Re: wide-Q road crankset?

2010-10-04 Thread Michael_S
I have a NOS Stronglight 300lx crankset ( from mid '80's) with 172.5 arms with 52-42-32 rings It comes with a 122mm bottom bracket (old loose ball style) but you could use a newer cartridge assy with it. It's fairly wide Q. I would part with it for less than an XD2 . It will work fine with 7 or 8

Re: [RBW] wide-Q road crankset?

2010-10-04 Thread Bruce
A Campy Veloce triple with a 118 BB? (I run it on a Riv Road std with a 113 and it's plenty wide enough for me. The rings are 52/42/30) From: andrew hill To: RBW Owners Bunch Sent: Mon, October 4, 2010 2:15:54 PM Subject: [RBW] wide-Q road crankset? Can an

[RBW] Re: perennial pants issue

2010-10-04 Thread Michael_S
I've used the Hind Munich tapered running pant a bunch too. I find them a little too tapered for rides to the pub or coffee shop. Great for hiking/xc sking etc though. ~Mike~ On Oct 4, 10:44 am, "Frederick, Steve" wrote: > I've had good luck with tapered running pants from the local runners shop

Re: [RBW] perennial pants issue

2010-10-04 Thread John Speare
On Sun, Oct 3, 2010 at 6:34 PM, jim_OLP wrote: > > Every year when it starts to get cold, I undertake a futile search for > cycling pants that don't look like something from the ballet or the > circus.  I mean pants, not lycra tights.  And not rain pants, which > tend to be way too baggy and - if

[RBW] Re: My 650B Hilsen build is done

2010-10-04 Thread Greg Wallace
did you consider the 57cm or 59cm with 700c? i am 5' 9-1/2" with a PBH of 86cm and wondering which wheel size to go with. On Oct 3, 4:43 pm, William wrote: > I'm 5' 10-1/2" and my PBH is 87cm > > On Oct 3, 4:27 pm, JoelMatthews wrote: -- You received this message because you are subscribed t

[RBW] Re: My 650B Hilsen build is done

2010-10-04 Thread JoelMatthews
Height of the bike is not the only issue. The reason I am thinking about the 650B Hilsen is the 700 will not fit a tire as wide as the Hetre with fenders. At 5'11" and a half but with a pbh ~84.5 of so, I fit the 59 700 Hilsen fine. Sounds as though I may be between a 56 or 58 650B Hilsen though

[RBW] Re: My 650B Hilsen build is done

2010-10-04 Thread William
Michael I finished it up yesterday afternoon, and I've been laid up with a cold, so all I did was ride it around the block. Even on that short of a spin, I can confirm that the fit is exactly what I was shooting for. I can't tell you how useful Grant's frame-drawing lessons were for me. I have

Re: [RBW] perennial pants issue

2010-10-04 Thread MichaelS
I'm a big fan of Arborwear pants. They were designed by and for tree climbers. They have a crotch gusset, smart pocket placement, and they fit well: comfortably loose but not too baggy. And they don't have that stupid hammer loop that Carharts have, th

[RBW] Re: My 650B Hilsen build is done

2010-10-04 Thread Michael_S
If my supply of money was never ending I'd be ordering a 58cm 650B Hilsen tomorrow. I'd want a custom color though. I've decided to just dip my toe in the koolaid for now and get in on the Rawland rSogn preorder. Hope you feel better and get in some good rides soon. ~Mike~ On Oct 4, 2:13 pm, J

[RBW] WTB: Schwalbe Big Apples or Fat Franks

2010-10-04 Thread Adam
I'm switching from knobbies on a budget mountain bike and wonder if anyone has lightly used 26" Big Apples or Fat Franks they've been hoping to part with. I'm in Berkeley for shipping concerns. Cheers, Adam -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owner

[RBW] Re: Good bike to ride, after a war.

2010-10-04 Thread scott
what size bike to you normally ride? Meaning, on a non-expanded frame? I would be between a 54 and a 58 Hunqa, so I was wondering what size you are and how it fits. Thanks. Beautiful and tankish bike. S. On Oct 4, 1:14 pm, Ian Dickson wrote: > fulf:  They have (or had) them in red and orange.

[RBW] FS: Rivendell Readers on CD

2010-10-04 Thread Johnny Alien
For sale is Disc 1, Disc 2 and Disc 4. That will give you issues 1-21 and 26-35. All CD's $20 shipped. -- 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe f

[RBW] Re: Good bike to ride, after a war.

2010-10-04 Thread Ian Dickson
Thanks! I ride a 58 or 59 road frame. The 54 Hunqapillar fits me very well. I would not have been able to get a 58 to work for me with drop bars. I think I could make the 54 work with any kind of bars, but I wouldn't tour on anything but drops. Ian On Oct 4, 2:57 pm, scott wrote: > what size

Re: [RBW] Re: Saluki build decisions

2010-10-04 Thread nathan spindel
I ended up going with the VO Diagonale / 105 wheels from my LBS — it ended up being the best value with the local bike coalition discount and no need to pay shipping. The lady also likes the polish on the rims. ;) -nathan On Oct 4, 2010, at 6:20 AM, franklyn wrote: > I agree, but the $50 diff

[RBW] Re: Good bike to ride, after a war.

2010-10-04 Thread SJB
How does the bike handle with that short, upright stem? Isn't it rather twitchy? On Oct 4, 4:48 pm, Ian Dickson wrote: > Thanks!  I ride a 58 or 59 road frame.  The 54 Hunqapillar fits me > very well.  I would not have been able to get a 58 to work for me with > drop bars.  I think I could make

Re: [RBW] Re: Good bike to ride, after a war.

2010-10-04 Thread Shaun Meehan
Great looking bike! I like the grey/orange combination. The Hunqapillar looks like an über-versatile bicycle. Shaun Meehan -- 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-bu...@googlegroups.co

[RBW] Re: Good bike to ride, after a war.

2010-10-04 Thread Ian Dickson
This bike couldn't twitch if it wanted to. On Oct 4, 5:27 pm, SJB wrote: > How does the bike handle with that short, upright stem? > > Isn't it rather twitchy? > > On Oct 4, 4:48 pm, Ian Dickson wrote: > > > Thanks!  I ride a 58 or 59 road frame.  The 54 Hunqapillar fits me > > very well.  I wou

Re: [RBW] Re: Saluki build decisions

2010-10-04 Thread William
I thought the Saluki was 135mm spacing? nathan spindel wrote: > I ended up going with the VO Diagonale / 105 wheels from my LBS — it ended up > being the best value with the local bike coalition discount and no need to > pay shipping. The lady also likes the polish on the rims. ;) > > -natha

Re: [RBW] Re: Saluki build decisions

2010-10-04 Thread nathan spindel
Ah, you're right, William. The Saluki is indeed 135mm and the VO wheels are 130mm - oops. I'll be able to figure something out. -nathan On Oct 4, 2010, at 6:50 PM, William wrote: > I thought the Saluki was 135mm spacing? > > > > > > nathan spindel wrote: >> I ended up going with the VO Di

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Readers on CD

2010-10-04 Thread Johnny Alien
Gone. On Oct 4, 7:31 pm, Johnny Alien wrote: > For sale is Disc 1, Disc 2 and Disc 4.  That will give you issues 1-21 > and 26-35.  All CD's $20 shipped. -- 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] Re: perennial pants issue

2010-10-04 Thread charlie
Holy cow just wear your denim pants. I wear my Key brand logger pants with suspenders for all my cold weather riding because its what I wear anyway. Yea they are cotton but it hasn't hurt me for rides up to 25 miles which is as far as my commute is. I rode with them in 78 degree weather last Thursd

[RBW] Waterford Riv Road on the Bay

2010-10-04 Thread cyclotourist
Not mine, no connection: *http://tinyurl.com/2c39d28* Would make a nice "go fast." -- Cheers, David Redlands, CA *...in terms of recreational cycling there are many riders who would probably benefit more from improving their taste than from improving their performance.* - RTMS -- You receive

[RBW] Re: Waterford Riv Road on the Bay

2010-10-04 Thread rcnute
You need that one for your rain bike. Ryan On Oct 4, 9:21 pm, cyclotourist wrote: > Not mine, no connection:  *http://tinyurl.com/2c39d28* > > Would make a nice "go fast." > > -- > Cheers, > David > Redlands, CA > > *...in terms of recreational cycling there are many riders who would > probably

[RBW] Honjo 650b fender clearance question?!

2010-10-04 Thread Eric
I got a few bucks to spend & I think I might take the plunge & buy some hammered Honjos for my Bleriot! Anyways, will the 650b Honjos w/ a 45mm width be able to accommodate my Maxy Fasty tires? The cheap ass in me is telling me to stick w/ the SKS fendersbut I think it'll be cool to try the Honjo

[RBW] Re: This morning's ride.

2010-10-04 Thread grrlyrida
Gorgeous scenery! Why did you decide on the Yves instead of the Betty? What was the deciding factors? Ness On Oct 3, 12:37 pm, Powderpiggy wrote: > Hey, Just wanted to thank everyone that gave me advice on 'upgrades' > for a Betty Foy.   I wound up  not actually really upgrading > anything.   A

[RBW] Re: Good bike to ride, after a war.

2010-10-04 Thread grant
OK now, this makes no sense, is not...I don't know...fair or responsible or professional...in other words, it's fun. I haven't followed this thread from the start, but here's the deal: First twenty current paid-up member or ex member who emails me with the source of the thread-post thing name (Goo

Re: [RBW] Re: perennial pants issue

2010-10-04 Thread Fai Mao
This is atually a topic I've thought about at times. I have some semi-casual pants that I can just barely get away with at work that have a zipper around the mid thigh. I can remove them lower leg and get shorts. The only draw back at work is that they have cargo pockets which look kind of dress do

[RBW] Re: This morning's ride.

2010-10-04 Thread Powderpiggy
Well it just sort of happened. From the get go I really liked the black color, but I did not like that it said "the international man's mixte" and I did not like that it cost $200 dollars more than the Betty Foyso the plan was for a Betty. I did like the blue too. But, I took s long in d

[RBW] Re: Good bike to ride, after a war.

2010-10-04 Thread Ian Dickson
Ha! I'm going to declare myself ineligible. On Oct 4, 10:07 pm, grant wrote: > OK now, this makes no sense, is not...I don't know...fair or > responsible or professional...in other words, it's fun. I haven't > followed this thread from the start, but here's the deal: > > First twenty current pai

Re: [RBW] Re: Waterford Riv Road on the Bay

2010-10-04 Thread cyclotourist
Hey, it sprinkled this morning... we have *weather *in SoCal! On Mon, Oct 4, 2010 at 9:41 PM, rcnute wrote: > You need that one for your rain bike. > > Ryan > > On Oct 4, 9:21 pm, cyclotourist wrote: > > Not mine, no connection: *http://tinyurl.com/2c39d28* > > > > Would make a nice "go fast."