Re: [RBW] Looking for a Bridgestone MB

2011-07-16 Thread Johnny Alien
So I am currently still looking as that seller decided to try and raise his asking price after posting it. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-

Re: [RBW] Looking for a Bridgestone MB

2011-07-16 Thread Johnny Alien
And honestly if the price was right I might be willing to sell some musical gear to hit up a used Hunqapillar or Atlantis or such. I am primarily going to be using this on mildy rough to easy trails. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunc

[RBW] Re: New England Riv Ride?

2011-07-16 Thread Montclair BobbyB
As part of my October New England Nomadic Sojourn, I'm working on the Maritime segment... Boston - Martha's Vineyard - Cape Cod Loop... a (somewhat ambitious) multi-day, multi-modal light tour that will combine train, boat and bike. Day One would start with a pedal from some point in Boston to So

[RBW] Re: New/Old Long Low in SF

2011-07-16 Thread malarz
I'm remembering (correctly, I hope) that in 1999 when I received my LL (ordered early in the year) Grant offered the option of canti's or sidepulls. I'll look at the original correspndence to verify. ken On Jul 15, 10:45 am, tdusky wrote: > I have a 2000 Riv custom Long Low with short reach bra

[RBW] Re: Ergon Flat Pedals

2011-07-16 Thread Mike
Those pedals look interesting. I may have to try them out. What I was really excited to see on the Ergon website was the TPI Pedal Cleat Tool. http://www.ergon-bike.com/us/en/product/tp1 On Jul 15, 7:08 pm, Dan Abelson wrote: > I was curious whether any of you who enjoy pedaling free have tried t

[RBW] Re: FS: Albatross / Moustache bars

2011-07-16 Thread dave
On Jul 15, 11:29 am, Zack wrote: > Hey Jim - > > Did Dustin end up taking the albatross bars? > > If not, I'd like em (I have a sam waiting at Riv). > > Let me know! > > -Zack The bars are supposed to arrive next week. I'm waiting also. -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[RBW] FS: Rivish parts and more.

2011-07-16 Thread Cycletex
I'm unloading a small cache of parts, a number of which are low mileage take offs from my Rambouillet. Paypal payments preferred and pictures upon request. Everything shipped USPS priority. I'll be glad to combine shipping too. Inquiries are best sent to my email: clifwrightphotos *at *yahoo *d

[RBW] Re: New/Old Long Low in SF

2011-07-16 Thread Marty
OK - Found the reference to aesthetics. It's in RR35, pages 38 - 41. "Not the Last Word About Bike Looks". Apologies if you' don't have the issue or CD. Maybe it's time to revisit anyway in light of undertubes 'n such. In a nutshell, the points made are: Stem and bars that flow into each other.

[RBW] OT: apartment hunting near El Segundo, CA

2011-07-16 Thread ken karpowicz
Reaching out here...my son (23, recent mechanical engineering graduate of Georgia Tech) is taking a job in El Segundo. He's been online searching a few sites for apartments in the nearby areas. His job site is right at a train stop and he's looking for a place which will let him do mass transi

[RBW] Re: FS: Acorn bag, Nitto Rack, VO Decaleur

2011-07-16 Thread rob markwardt
All sold...Thank you. On Jul 15, 2:02 pm, rob markwardt wrote: > I'm calling this the summer to get rid of all my "projects"….many more > to come.    For sale, shipping included in CONUS. > > VO decaleur kit for 1 1/8" threadless  - Bag mount and receiver $20 > Acorn tubular bag (tan)..mounted a

[RBW] Re: Ergon Flat Pedals

2011-07-16 Thread charlie
I guess I rarely worry about calf scraping since I usually wear heavy denim long pants and don't usually ride off road. Sunshine is rare up here too especially this year and I have only worn shorts three times. : ( but yea that looks like it hurt a little. Seriously does this happen often..

[RBW] Re: Ergon Flat Pedals

2011-07-16 Thread dougP
I used BMX pedals with pins before the Grip Kings came out, and that was one of the downsides. The more aggressive the gription the better it works when wet, but the more damage it can do in casual contact. Most of my scrapes were encountered handling the bike such as carrying up stairs or wheelin

[RBW] Re: New England Riv Ride?

2011-07-16 Thread dirk pitt
I live on the Cape . I've done the rides you're talking about . It's a great time to do it . The tourists have all gone away until next summer . I would be interested in doing the cape cod vineyard part. Also have a few friends that might want to do it . On Jul 16, 9:31 am, Montclair BobbyB wrot

Re: [RBW] Re: New England Riv Ride?

2011-07-16 Thread Steve Palincsar
This sounds like a really interesting trip. I think it would be worth taking the train up to Boston for. On Sat, 2011-07-16 at 06:31 -0700, Montclair BobbyB wrote: > As part of my October New England Nomadic Sojourn, I'm working on the > Maritime segment... Boston - Martha's Vineyard - Cape Cod L

[RBW] Re: Ergon Flat Pedals

2011-07-16 Thread Michael_S
That 6 degree wedge is very aggressive for an alignment adjustment. The Specialized body geometry shoes have only a 2 degree wedge. Looks to me like you will feel like you are slipping off the pedal. The 2 degree angle in the Specialized shoes was a huge benefit for me as my inner Knee pain

[RBW] Re: New England Riv Ride?

2011-07-16 Thread Zack
I am potentially in - depending on life's other demands. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/AEfFVEQk9FsJ. To post to this group, send

[RBW] 1994 Riv

2011-07-16 Thread Steve Palincsar
Quoted from the Serotta "Custom Bikes" forum: > 1994 Rivendell > __ > This is the original Rivendell bicycle. The first one offered for sale > by Grant Peterson and Rivendell Bicycle Works. There was only one > model, this one.

[RBW] Re: 1994 Riv

2011-07-16 Thread Aaron Thomas
That's a beautiful bike! I love the Molteni-ish orange (but not crazy about the dark head tube). And it has a relatively horizontal TT. Yay! Unfortunately (or fortunately for my wallet), it isn't my size... -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owner

Re: [RBW] Re: 1994 Riv

2011-07-16 Thread Steve Palincsar
On Sat, 2011-07-16 at 15:55 -0700, Aaron Thomas wrote: > That's a beautiful bike! I love the Molteni-ish orange (but not crazy > about the dark head tube). And it has a relatively horizontal TT. Yay! Yay indeed. Back before the Madness, there were some beautiful Rivendells for sure. > Unfortuna

Re: [RBW] New/Old Long Low in SF

2011-07-16 Thread Forrest
My '99 LongLow (built for sidepull brakes) was built by Joe Stark. But I have seen late '90s LongLows made with canti posts. -- Forrest -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://group

[RBW] Potential sale 54cm Riv Road

2011-07-16 Thread J L
Hey all, I am putting the feelers out for a potential sale 1996 54cm road standard Dura Ace 7700 /nitto / mavic etc. Paint shows 15 years of use No damage/dents/dings etc. Contact me offlist for information or offers. Cheers JL -- You received this message because you are subscribed to th

[RBW] Quickbeam, Legolas, and Rivendell Ride Pics

2011-07-16 Thread reynoldslugs
Finally downloaded and organized some old shots. Quickbeam on Wohler Bridge: http://www.flickr.com/photos/41563482@N06/sets/72157627211516316/ added a few to Legolas set: http://www.flickr.com/photos/41563482@N06/sets/72157626493792020/ Nice Riv Ride, sunset on Bald Mountain last fall (rod

[RBW] Re: New/Old Long Low in SF

2011-07-16 Thread rob markwardt
This is weird. Reading RR #8 today (Jan 97)...I've got these things scattered all over. Article titled Rivendell Longlow Road Frame.." So you can round up some standard-reach sidepulls...or you can use cantilevers, in which case we braze on those bosses for you, all at the same price." On Jul

Re: [RBW] Quickbeam, Legolas, and Rivendell Ride Pics

2011-07-16 Thread cyclotourist
That Legolas is one good looking bike! On Sat, Jul 16, 2011 at 7:32 PM, reynoldslugs wrote: > Finally downloaded and organized some old shots. > > Quickbeam on Wohler Bridge: > > > http://www.flickr.com/photos/41563482@N06/sets/72157627211516316/ > > > added a few to Legolas set: > > > http://ww

[RBW] Canti-Rom FS on CL

2011-07-16 Thread cyclotourist
FYI, no association with seller, etc: http://humboldt.craigslist.org/bik/2496630159.html -- 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 r