Had a chance to ride the Red Cedar Trail in Wisconsin this weekend between
storms. Hot day, nice trail, great bike.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/32306142@N07/5971411349/in/photostream
Still having some issues with posts not showing up using the new format.
(I'm on a Mac using Safari) I'll give
Fantastic, Marty, it looks like a great outing. I confess, however,
that I was secretly hoping to see that spotless Bomb a little muddy.
--
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@g
Well, I tried to hit all the standing water and soupy sections along the
way, but that silver paint just shrugs it off!
--
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/m
Nitto as well...
On Jul 22, 9:40 pm, Roger wrote:
> The story I'd like to hear is to what degree Rivendell propped up Brooks in
> the late '90s. Sure, Harris and Wallingford sold some, but to my memory,
> Riv's tireless advocacy largely resurrected the US market for Brooks after it
> had almos
http://www.whotv.com/sports/ragbrai/
But who's going to ride this thing?
--
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 unsubscribe from this group, send email to
r
Payment pending...
On Sun, Jul 24, 2011 at 9:15 PM, Curtis Schmitt
wrote:
> Great Condition. Discontinued Green Tweed. $89 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-bunch@google
Sold. Thank you all for your interest.
On Mon, Jul 25, 2011 at 9:58 AM, Curtis Schmitt
wrote:
> Payment pending...
>
> On Sun, Jul 24, 2011 at 9:15 PM, Curtis Schmitt
> wrote:
>> Great Condition. Discontinued Green Tweed. $89 Shipped
--
You received this message because you are subscribed to t
The OP's issue is exactly why I bought a lot of my own bike tools
decades ago. Seems like the LBS's have gotten worse over the years,
too, and I notice that many of them now employ part time kids. Can't
necessarily fault 'em for that; I realize they don't make a lot of
money. But if there are ju
This bike has been to two shops this month--the first one didn't even
consider the headset (it was loose when they returned it) and failed
to properly tune the drivetrain while charging me north of $100 for
their "recommended" deluxe tune-up. Not happy. At the second shop
where I bought the bike
On Mon, Jul 25, 2011 at 11:38 AM, Darin G. wrote:
> This bike has been to two shops this month--the first one didn't even
> consider the headset (it was loose when they returned it) and failed
> to properly tune the drivetrain while charging me north of $100 for
> their "recommended" deluxe tune-u
Darrin's headset post got me thinking about the tools I've collected over
the years, and the ones I could not do without. Here are my "don't scrimp on
these" favorites by far:
Campagnolo "big three" wrench set - Headest/Bottom Bracket/Pedal (30+ years
old and and have done hundreds of overhauls
Sorry, Darin = one "r"
And BTW - my favorite grease has to be Campagnolo - the creamy cream-colored
good-smelling stuff.
--
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/
Dunno if yours is a Tange or Shimano with the cages, but to prevent a notchy
feeling in the headset some folks recommend removing the ball bearings from
the bottom cage, adding enough to fill the void (save one or two), and
re-installing the headset with the lower bearings 'loose' between the
r
Well, the tt is level and it has the proper fist full of seatpost showing.
Many will approve non those grounds alone.
--
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/m
Marty wrote:
If you gotta have Campy grease:
http://www.cycleclubsports.com/p-11288-campagnolo-professional-grease-100ml.aspx
As for tools, if you have Campy or Shimano hubs or any other with ball
bearing and cup & cone, then you must get Campy cone wrenches:
http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_I
Hello all,
I am looking to make the switch to wool. Looking for light-weight,
traditional shorts and jerseys. Would prefer the shorts to have thin/
light padding. Have to be available is smallish sizes. Thanks for the
help.
Brian
--
You received this message because you are subscribed to the Go
I am selling my Schwinn Crosspoint, built up with many new and a few
used parts that I purchased from Rivendell:
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/bik/2512380272.html
I am also selling a few other things:
two Panaracer Col de la Vie 650 x 38B tires. barely used, $40/pair
Phil Wood 68 x 113 bottom
I am selling my Schwinn Crosspoint, built up with many new and a few
used parts that I purchased from Rivendell:
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/bik/2512380272.html
I am also selling a few other things:
two Panaracer Col de la Vie 650 x 38B tires. barely used, $40/pair
Phil Wood 68 x 113 English
I love my ibex stuff.
--
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/-/7FLERssLMdcJ.
To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegr
Hi Daren -
Getting the tools for the job sounds like a step in the right
direction.
I'd write off that first shop. The second shop, however should have
done the test ride themselves before they allowed you to take it home.
Doing an adjustment like this yourself is a good start in self
reliance.
Dodged a few thunderstorms yesterday and took the Bombadil to the Red Cedar
Trail in East-central Wisconsin. Plenty of dappled shade made the heat
bearable. Nice trail, and very little activity. Bombadil is working
perfectly, although I'm in still making minor adjustments. Not too worried
about
Took the Bombadil to Wisconsin over the weekend, and dodged the
thunderstorms long enough for a ride along the Red Cedar Trail. The trail
follows the Red Cedar river. The bike is flawless.
*http://tinyurl.com/3bw7waq*
*
*
Marty
--
You received this message because you are subscribed to the Go
Hi Everyone,
I have been partnering up with a few people to figure out a way to get 100
bikes and helmets for the "Christmas at the Club" event that is held every
December at the Santa Ana Boys and Girls Club. Over the past few years, the
number of bikes that have been given away each year has
I have the following issues:
Vol 3, Num 4
Vol 5, Num 2 and 4
Vol 6, Num 2 and 3
Summer and Autumn 2008
BQ offers back issues for $30 for 4. I will do all of these together for
$45 shipped in the US.
OR I will trade for Rivendell Readers. Anything issue 30 or older. (I also
need issue 37)
-
So, dealt with three shops this a.m. Called the shop where I took the
bike the first time and they didn't have the tools for sale but
offered to order them. Called a second shop and they said they had
the tools but when I got there they didn't have them and when I
complained the manager said he m
Gone.
--
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/-/gPK6eWCOo7kJ.
To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com.
To unsub
SOLD. Thanks.
On Sun, Jul 24, 2011 at 4:40 PM, Curtis Schmitt
wrote:
> Will ship out tomorrow via FedEx - $99 via PayPal
>
> Good Condition Brooks Team Pro in Black Leather w/ Hammered Copper
> Rivets and Chrome Rails
> •Thickest leather of any Brooks model
> •Hand-pounded rivets and chamfered si
Being the shallow "I'll take the pretty one" bike buyer that I am, I was
leaning towards getting a Hunqapillar because I love the grey/kidney-bean
scheme, then Grant had the *audacity* to introduce a gorgeous new green on
the Sam. Now I'm relegated to deciding based on that pesky "function"
cri
On Mon, Jul 25, 2011 at 5:08 PM, Joe Bernard wrote:
> Being the shallow "I'll take the pretty one" bike buyer that I am, I was
> leaning towards getting a Hunqapillar because I love the grey/kidney-bean
> scheme, then Grant had the audacity to introduce a gorgeous new green on the
> Sam. Now I'm r
Have you ridden both? If not, get thee to RBW and try them.
I have ridden both, and I'd get a Hunq.
jim m
wc ca
On Mon, Jul 25, 2011 at 2:08 PM, Joe Bernard wrote:
> Being the shallow "I'll take the pretty one" bike buyer that I am, I was
> leaning towards getting a Hunqapillar because I love
On Mon, 2011-07-25 at 14:23 -0700, Jim Mather wrote:
> Have you ridden both? If not, get thee to RBW and try them.
>
> I have ridden both, and I'd get a Hunq.
What would be the deciding factor leaning you towards it rather than the
Sam? The fireroad capability?
>
> jim m
> wc ca
>
>
>
> O
Darin, glad to hear you got it sorted out... I lol'd at the part where you
left the shop in disgust, but not before letting your child climb on their
water bottle display :D Anyway sounds like you found a pretty good shop in
the process.
As far as the ball-bearing cages, my understanding is t
I really enjoy the Hunq's ride and that it fits much wider tires than
the Sam. The Hunq is my idea of a bike for the Continental Divide
Trail. Also, the Sam overlaps too much with bikes I already have.
jim m
wc ca
On Mon, Jul 25, 2011 at 2:32 PM, Steve Palincsar wrote:
>
> What would be the deci
Both are made for everything up to and including fully-loaded touring, so
you could go either way.Definitely do a test ride if you can though.
--
You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW
Owners Bunch" group.
To view this discussion on the web visit
htt
The Hunqapillar !Have you ridden wider tires? Once I got a Bombadil
. my desire to ride even 35mm tires on my road bike has gone by the
wayside... and don't even ride it these days. Now I want another Riv
Hunqapillar or Sam I thought for about a day! Hunqapillar was an easy
Surely either bike has *plenty* of ability to spare for the tasks you
describe. That is, I commute daily on a Hillborne, primarily on trail, 10
miles each way. with a 260lb minimum payload (rider+cargo), for over 4,000
miles so far. The Hillborne feels sturdy and stable in this role. I've had
3
It was *quite* helpful, actually. I hadn't considered the BB
height/chainstay differences. I prefer the more "roadish" Hillborne spec.
Hmm..
--
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://
My favorite tool is my old Campagnolo T wrench (6 mm Allen with 8 mm socket).
With that and a 5 mm Allen wrench you could do everything to a Nuovo Record
group except overhaul the hubs, headset and BB.
On Jul 25, 2011, at 11:18 AM, Marty wrote:
> Darrin's headset post got me thinking about the
Woolistic lightweight ss jersey works well. Smartwool and Icebreaker
t-shirts are tough to beat in the heat... but they're just t-shirts in
the best sense.
Esteban
San Diego, Calif.
On Jul 25, 11:25 am, Zack wrote:
> I love my ibex stuff.
--
You received this message because you are subscri
I have pretty much all of the Campagnolo Record era type tools that
would be useful for a home mechanic with a Campy Nuovo Record equipped
bike (not including the tools to tap a bottom bracket, etc.). My
favorite Campy tool is, like you, the Campy "T" tool. Unfortunately,
my Campy saddle spanner
I have had bad luck with two sets 650b rims, CR18's and ZAC-19's. Both are
oversized and unusable. The CR18's are my go to rims for commuting and touring
since they are a sturdy, functional rim and a reasonable price. I need to find
a set of rims for my wife's Bleriot and I have been unable
Small Hunqa's run 26" wheels, while small Sam's run 650B. I'd think that
would drive many folks' decision one way or the other. I'm a fan of 650B,
but it will be easier to get 4 or 5 really cool different sets of tires to
run on your Hunqa to give it a wide range of personalities.
--
You r
Velocity Dyads. Love 'em!
On Mon, Jul 25, 2011 at 4:58 PM, Larry Powers wrote:
> I have had bad luck with two sets 650b rims, CR18's and ZAC-19's. Both
> are oversized and unusable. The CR18's are my go to rims for commuting and
> touring since they are a sturdy, functional rim and a reasonab
Yep, that's a tough one for me. I prefer 26-inch wheels, and have a nice set
ready to transfer from my CB-Zip to the Hunqapillar (sorry, I can't bring
myself to say "Hunqa". Reminds me of an Elvis song).
--
You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW
Owners B
It is really hard to find a competent LBS... :-(
On Mon, Jul 25, 2011 at 1:12 PM, Darin G. wrote:
> So, dealt with three shops this a.m. Called the shop where I took the
> bike the first time and they didn't have the tools for sale but
> offered to order them. Called a second shop and they sai
Personally, I think the Hunqapillar may just be the prettiest thing on 2
wheels. I just love the looks of that bike.
--
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
I have the Campy 5mm wrench which was possibly my first purchase from
Rivendell 18 years ago. Have been using it near weekly and works
perfectly. Hard to beat!
On Mon, Jul 25, 2011 at 4:25 PM, Jim Cloud wrote:
> I have pretty much all of the Campagnolo Record era type tools that
> would be use
Double check to make sure your CB-Zip rear wheel is 135mm or plan on spacing
it out. You don't want to be forcing a 130mm rear wheel into a nice new
Rivendell.
--
You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW
Owners Bunch" group.
To view this discussion on t
Really tempting eye candy. Made by Nitto just for Grand Bois. That would
look great on a nice clean randoneuse.
http://www.compasscycle.com/Stems.html
--
You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW
Owners Bunch" group.
To view this discussion on the web
The wool shirts on Rivendell's website under "specials" are good.
Been wearing mine in temps to the mid-80's. Otherwise, the Smartwool
and Icebreaker stuff is pretty lightweight. The larger sizes fit me
well.
No idea on shorts, though. I end up with MUSA shorts with REI pads
underneath.
Eric P
It's a 135 8-speed, not the original CB-Zip wheel. I believe the Sam and
Hunqapillar are both 135, but I'll double check.
--
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
Most shop kids have never seen a threaded headset.
--
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/-/HMIrBMqQXBUJ.
To post to this group, send email
Yes, they both are 135mm. You are good to go!
--
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/-/7iScHF8eWoYJ.
To post to this group, send email to
.. these items are certainly beautiful. I'm not sure I want to pay $365 for
the set.
Are there any other decaleurs out there besides VO or Berthoud?
I just got a nice bag from Loyal Designs and I am leaning toward the
Berthoud at the moment.
~mike
--
You received this message because y
Only Campy item at my place is a 15mm, aka peanut butter wrench. It's
nice, but unless (until?) I buy a SimpleOne and the budge wheels,
probably won't have much use for it.
Probably my favorite tools are a set of Bondhus allen wrenches. They
sit out on my bench get used weekly, or more if tinker
I 2nd the Ibex input, especially the Indie model. I find them lighter weight
and cooler in warm weather than the Woolistic models myself.
~mike
--
You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW
Owners Bunch" group.
To view this discussion on the web visit
http
Hey Darin, I was gone for a few days. The bag is a medium. It does
work fine without a support. If you stand up to pedal it sways back
and forth a bit. It might be worth getting the large if you're gonna
use it with a rack.
--mike
On Jul 23, 9:47 am, "Darin G." wrote:
> Mike, helpful photo. Is
Got in a few hours ago from 3 days of solo bike camping. Sat and Sun
were gorgeous days that included many miles on beautiful and perfect
Forest Service Roads. Sun was exceptionally hot and I felt at one
point I was on the verge of heat exhaustion. Fortunately as shady and
beautiful spot on the sid
I just got a whilst built on the VOs. Look great and Hetres mounted
perfectly. I'd go for it.
On Jul 25, 7:58 pm, Larry Powers wrote:
> I have had bad luck with two sets 650b rims, CR18's and ZAC-19's. Both are
> oversized and unusable. The CR18's are my go to rims for commuting and
> touring
Making a 130 fit into 135 is no biggie..aside from that at 170
pounds I think a Hillborne would be fine if you are primarily a road
rider.if a dirt dabbler the Hunqua would be my choice as a better
all rounder but then I am finally now at a mere 258 and dropping. Any
of the Rive bikes can b
You'd want a stubby 15mm box end ratchet/ open end combo wrench then
for your SO I purchased one and its really handy for changing gears
without rounding the axle nuts. Its about 5 inches long and perfect
for the purpose. This is my favorite tool for now but I admit to
liking my Y shaped 8,9,10 soc
I will second that the VO Diagonale 650b rims look good and are nicely priced
at $50 each. I just built a pair of wheels with these rims today and they went
together very nicely. And they are shiny.
On Jul 25, 2011, at 7:58 PM, Larry Powers wrote:
> I have had bad luck with two sets 650b rims,
Joe,
I have a 60cm Hillborne and really like its versatility. Depending on
mood and setting, I can any tire from a 50mm Supremes to a 28mm Rolly-
polly (no fenders in LA). The geometry is great on hills, trails as
well as the road.
I usually ride with a Berthoud Tall handlebar bag which works w
Hey Ya Joe,
That green SH sure looks good to me. I am contemplating that one myself to add
to the Rodeo and SimpleOne.
Have Fun!
Dave Nawrocki
Fort Collins, CO
Fort Collins, CO
- Original Message -
From: "Joe Bernard"
To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com
Sen
> That green SH sure looks good to me. I am contemplating that one myself to
> add to the Rodeo and SimpleOne.
>
> Dave Nawrocki
>
That would be a pretty complete Riv quiver.
--mike
--
You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW
Owners Bunch" group.
To pos
Awesome as usual, Mike - I'm envious - I need to get out on the bike in the
mountains one of these days. What was the difference in taking the LHT vs
the AHH this year? I'm currently trying to work out a "mt touring backroad
bike". I don't much like the feel of rear loading bikes, so I'm leaning
Yes, I think you can wing it on smaller frames like you have.
I rode with the Sackville panniers today for the first time since I
got them. The laptop fits but leaves a largish opening on the top
flap. I have it covered with a neoprene sleeve and it didn't appear to
get dusty from the ride on the
My Park Tools master link plier. And the Park Tools cable and housing cutter.
And the Park Tools...
--
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/-
I love my Hilsen but it tended to shimmy with a rear load on long fast
descents. Also, the Silver brakes have served me well but the LHT is
solid on descents and the cantis seem to offer a little better
stopping power. I've really been impressed with the LHT. I haven't
needed to fully load it (fron
Hi Joe,
Well, you know I went with the Hunq. I love it, and I only ride on smooth
paved roads. I didn't really need the slightly stouter tubing, but it
didn't matter. The Hunq rides beautifully on paved roads with the Schwalbe
700 x 50 Big Apples I have on it. It doesn't feel sluggish at al
Joe, it sounds like you've gone through a recumbent/upright process not
unlike mine. And it looks like we've ended up in about the same place. A
trike and a Riv...not a bad way to go. lol
--
You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW
Owners Bunch" group.
The Velocity twin hollow is a great bargain.
On Jul 25, 10:31 pm, Thomas Nezovich wrote:
> I will second that the VO Diagonale 650b rims look good and are nicely priced
> at $50 each. I just built a pair of wheels with these rims today and they
> went together very nicely. And they are shiny
What is a fair price for a bike? Not how much is a person willing to
pay. Not how much can a bike be sold for. How much SHOULD a bike (or
different types of bikes) cost? There is a wide spectrum of what
cyclists are willing to pay for their machines. IMHO most pricing
debates revolve around ho
In my mind $600-$700 for a lugged Taiwanese bike is the price to beat. A
Bleriot or Rawland type frame. That may be unrealistic any more, but it's
what I want to pay for a frame. The Soma bike is pretty close @ $900.
On Mon, Jul 25, 2011 at 10:35 PM, JL wrote:
> What is a fair price for a bi
I have, until a week ago, been the proud and happy owner of a 62 cm,
blue Rambouillet, which I bought about 10 years ago and tweaked
slowly, most recently adding a Nitto rear rack for two Swiss Army ammo
panniers.
And, then, the 17-year-old brain of my son decided that if you take
the bike off the
The tension bolt on my 26 month old B.17 Champion Special cracked
today, and I'm wondering what to do for repair. I know that it is over
the 2-year Brooks Warranty, and I'm not sure if this is something I
could take on DIY, or if it would have to be sent into Brooks. Also
wondering if now is the ti
I've put in roughly 2000 miles on the VO "Diagonale". (bought as a pre-
built set with 105 hubs). Have run Pari Moto's and Hetre's with no
issues and have had very little to even think about regarding the
wheels.
On Jul 25, 7:58 pm, Larry Powers wrote:
> I have had bad luck with two sets 650b rim
How are they oversized and unusable? Like, you can't mount a tire on
them?
There are a couple of disc-only rims (WTB, Stan's), if you don't need
a braking surface.
Dan
--
You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW
Owners Bunch" group.
To post to this group, s
No doubt about it: Park 4th Hand. I still hate adjusting brakes, but
now I hate it less. Also great for derailleur adjustments and pulling
cable ties ridiculously tight (read: breaking a lot of ties).
http://www.parktool.com/product/cable-stretcher-bt-2
I also really like my stand (Park PC-10), b
rapha lightweight jersey is totally awesome.
Esteban wrote:
> Woolistic lightweight ss jersey works well. Smartwool and Icebreaker
> t-shirts are tough to beat in the heat... but they're just t-shirts in
> the best sense.
>
> Esteban
> San Diego, Calif.
>
> On Jul 25, 11:25 am, Zack wrote:
> >
http://tinyurl.com/wallbike-brooks
I've replaced one tension bolt. It was a bit tricky to find the right
combination of angle, pressure and oomph to get things back in place. IIRC,
Brooks has a very specific pneumatic press to aid in this step.
I think it's a bit odd for that to crack that early
81 matches
Mail list logo