Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 1994 Bridgestone MB-1 (Pepper Grey Metallic) 52cm

I sold of the suspension stem (and shouldn't have I guess) because it wasn't really what I was after in a ride but they are very cool. They pop up often enough for not too much money (unless they are brand new looking). I do have the original bar just not the stem. That stem is the only thing

Re: [RBW] Hilsen Populaire

Nice photos. On Sun, 2011-11-20 at 18:45 -0800, Brian Hanson wrote: > I rode my AHH in the November Populaire 100k today with the Seattle > Randonneurs. This was my longest ride yet, and probably one of the > coldest with most of the ride in the 20's and 30's. I had two wool > shirts and a ligh

Re: [RBW] Re: Tool Tip - How To Undo Chain Masterlinks?

Joe, I'm convinced. All my other attempts (hacks) with various different versions of pliers have only resulted in beaucoup expletives. Plus I get a add another bike tool! -JimD On Nov 20, 2011, at 8:42 PM, Joe Bernard wrote: > Don't waste your life with this..get the Park tool. It's wonderfu

Re: [RBW] Re: Tool Tip - How To Undo Chain Masterlinks?

Well, as my dad used to ask, 'How are you holding your mouth'? My efforts with pliers (all kinds) have been un-successful. I've concluded that when it comes to master links I don't know how to hold my mouth right. -JimD On Nov 20, 2011, at 10:08 PM, rcnute wrote: > I bend the chain at the link

[RBW] Re: Tool Tip - How To Undo Chain Masterlinks?

I've found that Channellock pliers work just fine, never had the need for a specialized tool. Bill On Nov 20, 1:29 pm, jimD wrote: > I've been getting 9 speed chains from Riv and they come with masterlinks. > > They have been great for installation but I've not figured out a > straight-forward

Re: [RBW] Re: What's your winter project? 2011 version

I've just realized that my winter project is going to be learn how to undo the master link on my chain. Oh, and then I'm going to try some of this stuff: http://www.chain-l.com/EdPavelkaTest.html Since it's winter now we should discuss chain lubrication for our fine Rivendell bicycles. -JimD

[RBW] Splats - Woulda Thunk It?

Yesterday I wore my Splats on what passes for a cold ride here in the San Francisco Bay Area. It looked like rain, the roads were wet and I was inclined toward dry-ish feet. It didn't rain but the temps were in the hi 40's low 50's. To my surprise my feet were noticeably warmer than they wou

Re: [RBW] Re: Noticed anything different about front bag handling

Glad this worked out for you, and it's nice to have a situation for comparison where there is one primary variable different. But you mention something that I have read elsewhere, which is that "high trail" bikes (around 60 mm) can't change direction in mid turn. This is not my experience; ind

[RBW] Re: Tool Tip - How To Undo Chain Masterlinks?

I just use my trusty chain tool .. avoid the master link and press the pin just enough to take the chain apart then press it back in when it's time to put it together. I know... oh but that isn't supported and not good blah blah blah... but it's worked for years for me and many others. The

Re: [RBW] dropping roadies feels so good.

I, on the other hand, get passed by everyone and don't mind it a bit. I'd like to see them pulling/pushing my heft and see if they'd even be riding... Not that I'm not trying to do something about it, just not quite succeeding yet. Getting passed is confirmation that I'm just not giving up yet. L

[RBW] Re: dropping roadies feels so good.

I had the opposite experience. I saw a rider up in the distance as I approached the bottom of big hill. I was gaining, but not that quickly. As I caught up, I noticed it was a girl riding a comfort bike in flip-flops with her purse and some flowers in the front basket. Having just passed her a

Re: [RBW] dropping roadies feels so good.

They're not. I know stubborn people who stop just short of telling me that they wouldn't be caught dead ever attaching anything resembling a bag to their bike. It means that the kinds of rides I like to do (overnighters) are never an option for us planning group events. -Jim W. On Nov 21, 2

Re: [RBW] dropping roadies feels so good.

It's been said that a bicycle without fenders is just a toy.To me that's a little extreme, but makes a good point if the bicycle lives in an area that gets more than, say, 35 inches of rain per year. However in my opinion it's not too extreme to say the same thing about provision for carr

[RBW] Re: Tool Tip - How To Undo Chain Masterlinks?

At the risk of repeating myself the Connex master link is a completely different design from the Sram. All I have to do to remove them is take some tension off the chain, turn the quick link vertical and pop it open with my hands. It's a ten second job, no tools needed. Plus these chains

Re: [RBW] Re: Noticed anything different about front bag handling

Aside from the hundreds / thousands of bikes that must all be handling terrible and the people riding them are just to dumb to realize it (as low trail propaganda would suggest) or maybe it's not that big of a deal. I know the above is harsh. And not all of the harsh is from this thread an

RE: [RBW] dropping roadies feels so good.

matthiasbe...@gmail.com said: It's been said that a bicycle without fenders is just a toy.To me that's a little extreme, but makes a good point if the bicycle lives in an area that gets more than, say, 35 inches of rain per year. However in my opinion it's not too extreme to say the same

Re: [RBW] Re: Noticed anything different about front bag handling

Tim, I actually didn't say the high trail bike 'can't change direction in mid turn.' The term I have often heard about high trails bikes is it corners 'as if it is on rails.' I put that in quotes because it is oft used and I mostly agree with the description. That doesn't mean a high trail bik

Re: [RBW] Re: Tool Tip - How To Undo Chain Masterlinks?

michael, is Connex the brand of the chain or what the connecting link is called? mike goldman warwick,r.i. 57 Year Old Mom Looks 27 Mom Reveals $3 Wrinkle Trick Angering Doctors... http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL3131/4eca738315e58357

[RBW] Stolen Hillborne: Chicago

Hi, My Sam Hillborne was stolen yesterday. It's a long shot, but if anyone has info about this bike please contact me. It's a 48cm "new green" Hillborne with mustache bars and eclectic mix of parts. No questions asked about how you may know the whereabouts of this bike. I'm not looking to place bla

[RBW] Re: From the Sonoma County Museum Exhibit on Bicycles and Bicycle History

I was there today, and really enjoyed the show. It's well worth the effort to get there, and you'll see some fine examples of rideable art. It was my first look up-close a Bruce Gordon bike, wow... beautiful lugs, sculpted cantilevers, and gorgeous racks. My pictures: http://diesel.smugmug.com/Bic

[RBW] FS: Heron touring frameset-57cm

early Heron touring frame/fork. 57cm c-top seat tube with a 32" standover mid-point on the slightly sloping top tube. heres the story. i had it painted pepto pink a few years ago but it sits at the powedercoaters awaiting a new color. i traded the painter a banana seat bike for the powdercoat so

Re: [RBW] Hilsen Populaire

Sounds great, and the fall colours must have been sweet to ride through. Tell us more about your bars: http://www.flickr.com/photos/stonehog/6373721393/in/set-72157628074460921/ - Andrew, Berkeley On Sun, Nov 20, 2011 at 6:45 PM, Brian Hanson wrote: > I rode my AHH in the November Populaire 1

Re: [RBW] Re: Tool Tip - How To Undo Chain Masterlinks?

On Mon, Nov 21, 2011 at 10:47 AM, Michael Hechmer wrote: > At the risk of repeating myself the Connex master link is a completely > different design from the Sram.  All I have to do to remove them is take > some tension off the chain, turn the quick link vertical and pop it open > with my hand

Re: [RBW] Re: Noticed anything different about front bag handling

On Mon, 2011-11-21 at 07:52 -0800, Kelly Sleeper wrote: > Aside from the hundreds / thousands of bikes that must all be handling > terrible and the people riding them are just to dumb to realize it (as low > trail propaganda would suggest) or maybe it's not that big of a deal. > > I know th

Re: [RBW] dropping roadies feels so good.

on 11/21/11 7:53 AM, Joe Bartoe at jbar...@hotmail.com wrote: > So, my road bikes are not just toys but transportation. Gloriously fast transportation. They > are a tool that I use to get outside and stay fit. The idea that I somehow need to attach bags > and racks to get usefulness out of my bike

Re: [RBW] dropping roadies feels so good.

On Mon, 2011-11-21 at 07:15 -0800, James Warren wrote: > I know stubborn people who stop just short of telling me that they wouldn't > be caught dead ever attaching anything resembling a bag to their bike. It > means that the kinds of rides I like to do (overnighters) are never an option > for

Re: [RBW] Re: Tool Tip - How To Undo Chain Masterlinks?

On Mon, 2011-11-21 at 06:50 -0800, Kelly Sleeper wrote: > I just use my trusty chain tool .. avoid the master link and press the pin > just enough to take the chain apart then press it back in when it's time to > put it together. I know... oh but that isn't supported and not good blah > bla

Re: [RBW] Re: Noticed anything different about front bag handling

On Mon, 2011-11-21 at 08:47 -0600, Tim McNamara wrote: > Glad this worked out for you, and it's nice to have a situation for > comparison where there is one primary variable different. > > But you mention something that I have read elsewhere, which is that "high > trail" bikes (around 60 mm) can

Re: [RBW] Re: Noticed anything different about front bag handling

Thanks for the comparison, Mojo! For those wanting to try the same thing on a budget, note that the Cross Check fork is about 1cm longer A-to-C than the LHT fork, which should make it just about "Frame Neutral" after having a builder re-rake it for the LHT. The recent CC forks have the lowrider b

[RBW] ADAM CARTWRIGHT FOR SALE

I am now offering my beloved incarnation of the elusive ADAM saddle bag for sale to we Rivendell folks; The middle size in the famous discontinued (sadly) Baggins "Cartwright" saddlebag series of some years ago; Little Joe (smallest), Adam (medium-larg

Re: [RBW] Re: What's your winter project? 2011 version

On Mon, 2011-11-21 at 06:31 -0800, jimD wrote: > I've just realized that my winter project is going to be learn how to undo > the master link on my chain. > > Oh, and then I'm going to try some of this stuff: > http://www.chain-l.com/EdPavelkaTest.html > > Since it's winter now we should discuss

Re: [RBW] Splats - Woulda Thunk It?

I have a similar tale, Jim. Now that the Bay Area temps are dropping to the lower side of cool** I have been using the RBW Windshield on my chilly morning commute. It works great and is precisely suited to its intended purpose, but it does look less than elegant. **Sidebar anecdote: Way back wh

[RBW] Re: Stolen Hillborne: Chicago

Aw man, so sorry to hear about that! I hope you get your bike back. Do you by any chance have the serial # written down anywhere? It might be helpful in recovering it, especially if it shows up for sale somewhere. -Matt PS Also you might want to be all over craigslist for a while

[RBW] FS: Rivendell 59 Bleriot Protovelo $1150

Hi BOBs and RBW, I am selling my 59 Bleriot Protovelo. I am asking $1150. It has Panaracer Col de la Vie tires with less than 300 miles on them, Nitto Randonneur bars, stainless Berthoud fenders that have not been completely installed (you can finish that - I will send all hardware), Shimano 105

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell 59 Bleriot Protovelo $1150

Hi folks, I bought John's Quickbeam last summer and you can buy with absolute confidence. John takes beautiful care of his bikes, and they are as he describes them. And you can see his attention to detail just in the quality and quantity of photos! Also, this frame is exactly the same as my Bler

Re: [RBW] dropping roadies feels so good.

Jim What I heard is that you've repurposed that figure of speech entirely. Person A: "Where you headed on that bike in this weather, Jim?" Jim: "I'm headed to the pub. Gonna get sluiced tonight!" Person A: "Mind if I join you?" Jim: "The more the merrier!" -- You received this message beca

[RBW] Re: Tool Tip - How To Undo Chain Masterlinks?

This is just in regards to SRAM masterlinks. I used to be able to undo SRAM masterlinks with my hands alone. It was about 4 years ago that I last did it with a then new SRAM 8 speed chain. However, these days the masterlinks supplied on new SRAM chains as well as the 10 speed masterlinks I use on m

Re: [RBW] Re: What's your winter project? 2011 version

Which chain lube is best for low-trail vs. high-trail and does it induce shimmy? On Mon, Nov 21, 2011 at 9:04 AM, Steve Palincsar wrote: > On Mon, 2011-11-21 at 06:31 -0800, jimD wrote: > > I've just realized that my winter project is going to be learn how to > undo the master link on my chain.

[RBW] Re: FS: 1999 Rivendell Long Low 59 cm frameset (Starck-built, Bell-painted)

This is sold now. Thanks for all the inquiries. -- 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://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/4ipD2dqXYKsJ. To post to this group, sen

Re: [RBW] Re: Tool Tip - How To Undo Chain Masterlinks?

FYI, I've seen a hack with using some narrow wire strippers as the chain-link pliers. Can't find the linkey to prove it. On Mon, Nov 21, 2011 at 10:12 AM, Clayton wrote: > This is just in regards to SRAM masterlinks. I used to be able to undo > SRAM masterlinks with my hands alone. It was about

Re: [RBW] Re: What's your winter project? 2011 version

I only buy low-modulus chains. The stretchy response allows me to get even stiff frames to plane. -- 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/

[RBW] harris cassettes - century special

Hi, Has anyone bought/used one of these: http://harriscyclery.net/product/harris-custom-century-special-13-30-9-speed-cassette-702.htm I'm considering one for the hilsen build I'm working on and I'm curious if there are any yay/nay sayers for it. thanks, -sv -- You received this message becaus

Re: [RBW] Re: What's your winter project? 2011 version

I like mine with rust.. after all rust is a protective covering for the chain right? Hell I can't even hear that noise when I turn my iPod up. -- 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:

Re: [RBW] harris cassettes - century special

My frequent riding companion Frank uses these and swears by them Sent from my Kindle Fire _ From: Seth Vidal Sent: Mon Nov 21 12:32:43 CST 2011 To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] harris cassettes - century special Hi, Has anyone boug

Re: [RBW] harris cassettes - century special

On Mon, 2011-11-21 at 13:32 -0500, Seth Vidal wrote: > Hi, > Has anyone bought/used one of these: > http://harriscyclery.net/product/harris-custom-century-special-13-30-9-speed-cassette-702.htm > > I'm considering one for the hilsen build I'm working on and I'm > curious if there are any yay/nay

Re: [RBW] Re: Tool Tip - How To Undo Chain Masterlinks?

On Mon, 2011-11-21 at 10:12 -0800, Clayton wrote: > This is just in regards to SRAM masterlinks. I used to be able to undo > SRAM masterlinks with my hands alone. It was about 4 years ago that I > last did it with a then new SRAM 8 speed chain. However, these days > the masterlinks supplied on new

[RBW] white industries mi5 and son deluxe

I ordered a set of wheels from one of the LBS recently. a set of 700c 36 spoke velocity synergies with wi mi-5 in the rear and a son delux in the front. The wheelbuilder had this to say: 1. the white industries spins really nicely 2. he's been lusting over the son deluxe for a while now 3. when y

Re: [RBW] white industries mi5 and son deluxe

White hubs are s incredibly beautiful. Glad you're getting what sounds like a great wheelset! On Mon, Nov 21, 2011 at 10:44 AM, Seth Vidal wrote: > I ordered a set of wheels from one of the LBS recently. a set of 700c > 36 spoke velocity synergies with wi mi-5 in the rear and a son delux >

Re: [RBW] Tool Tip - How To Undo Chain Masterlinks?

I also use the Connex master link. I use it with my Shimano chains with no issues. Performance sells them. René On Monday, November 21, 2011, Michael Hechmer wrote: > At the risk of repeating myself the Connex master link is a completely different design from the Sram. All I have to do to r

Re: [RBW] white industries mi5 and son deluxe

On Mon, Nov 21, 2011 at 2:05 PM, cyclotourist wrote: > White hubs are s incredibly beautiful.  Glad you're getting what sounds > like a great wheelset! > So I am. These are my solstice present. Which is just fine by me :) It's a long dark winter ahead. -sv -- You received this message bec

Re: [RBW] white industries mi5 and son deluxe

Merry-Solstice-Mid-Winter's Day to you! On Mon, Nov 21, 2011 at 11:07 AM, Seth Vidal wrote: > On Mon, Nov 21, 2011 at 2:05 PM, cyclotourist > wrote: > > White hubs are s incredibly beautiful. Glad you're getting what > sounds > > like a great wheelset! > > > > So I am. These are my solstic

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 1999 Rivendell Long Low 59 cm frameset (Starck-built, Bell-painted)

Someone has a beautiful new bike coming their way, just in time for the Holidays!!! On Mon, Nov 21, 2011 at 10:27 AM, Forrest wrote: > This is sold now. Thanks for all the inquiries. -- Forrest > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bun

[RBW] Re: Tool Tip - How To Undo Chain Masterlinks?

> You don't mention what chains you do this with.   It works fine on older> > style, wider chains, gets dodgy at nine and is ruled out at ten or> above.   > You're using 7 or 8 speed drive trains, correct? The only two chains I've broken were 9 speed chains shortened with a chain tool. The last

Re: [RBW] harris cassettes - century special

On Mon, Nov 21, 2011 at 1:51 PM, Steve Palincsar wrote: > On Mon, 2011-11-21 at 13:32 -0500, Seth Vidal wrote: >> Hi, >>  Has anyone bought/used one of these: >> http://harriscyclery.net/product/harris-custom-century-special-13-30-9-speed-cassette-702.htm >> >> I'm considering one for the hilsen b

[RBW] Re: Tool Tip - How To Undo Chain Masterlinks?

I've been using mostly Campy chain$ and Conex master links with little trouble. But the Sram master links are really a PITA to get undone. I've got to use pliers to get them to let go. Phil B On Nov 21, 11:25 am, Philip Williamson wrote: > > You don't mention what chains you do this with.   It w

[RBW] Re: Tool Tip - How To Undo Chain Masterlinks?

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Re: [RBW] harris cassettes - century special

You can get individual Shimano and Miche cassette cogs from all sorts of places online. I believe eBikestop was/is usually about 1/3 to a half less per cog than other retailers,, if that matters to you. Non racers never wear out the the smallest and largest cogs, so those are always reusable.

[RBW] Re: Tool Tip - How To Undo Chain Masterlinks?

As others have said, the Park MLP-1 is the way to go. It's not expensive and makes your chain removal MUCH easier. Any other approach is by comparison messy and difficult, given that there actually is a "correct" tool for the job. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the G

Re: [RBW] harris cassettes - century special

On Mon, 2011-11-21 at 14:43 -0500, Seth Vidal wrote: > Thanks for the details. The cassettes you get are miche cassettes, I > assume No, Shimano Ultegra 12-27s. You customize the 12-27 into a 13-30 by removing the 1st position 12 and the 13, replace with a 1st position 13 and add a flat 30 beh

[RBW] Atlantis Sighting in Pittsburgh

At 3:30PM, I saw an Atlantis headed out from town on Railroad Street through the Strip. Anyone on the list? Thanks, Sean -- 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.co

[RBW] Re: actual measurement for Dureme 35 or Supreme 35 on a 22mm rim

The 37 Pasela measures a true 37 on a Mavic 719 rim. -- 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/-/txF6QBCiUncJ. To post to this group, send email

[RBW] I like the look of these

http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/ag4.htm These look pretty slick. -- 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/-/xtUopcbKBYgJ. To post to this g

[RBW] Re: dropping roadies feels so good.

I can see you just up the road Mike and its big ring&flat back now. I am after you! -- 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/-/IQfmeRsOJi8J. T

[RBW] Re: I like the look of these

U, I fail to see how these function better than a glove or mitt. I'm surprised they made it to market .. as I don't get the concept and reasoning at all . LoL !! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion

[RBW] Re: I like the look of these

hmmm.. look like hand splats. -- 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/-/GabGlzGwshgJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@go

[RBW] Re: I like the look of these

I like the idea because I hate having hands too hot, and have experienced chilly digits going down a hill. Something easy on easy off, that's cheap and packs down to nothing seems like it would fill a nice little role. A nice set of gloves for everything but cold descents plus these for cold

Re: [RBW] Re: I like the look of these

I agree - they seem goofy. What's wrong with a...glove. Wow, now there's an idea! Bill Louisville, Ky By the way, the splats make sense. On Nov 21, 2011, at 6:39 PM, Garth wrote: > U, I fail to see how these function better than a glove or mitt. I'm > surprised they made it to mar

Re: [RBW] Re: Noticed anything different about front bag handling

>It's not only harsh, it's a grotesque distortion and exaggeration of >what has been said. Go ahead and slay the straw man if you like, but >don't forget it's a straw man and has little to no relationship to >what's actually been said. Steve ... actually the sentence below actually stated it was

Re: [RBW] Re: I like the look of these

These, umm, go with a glove. These make whatever glove into a super glove. You've never seen a windmitt? http://www.pearlizumi.com/publish/content/pi_2010/us/en/index/products/men/ride/accessories/0.-productCode-14341106.html These things are great. tuck your fingers in going down hill. Un

[RBW] Re: harris cassettes - century special

Has anyone tried NOT changing the second position 13 for a 1st position 13? My Atlantis came with an 11-32 8 speed, which features some pretty weird jumps. After riding it for a while, I tossed the 11 & 18, and dropped in a 17 & 19 from a 7 speed HG. Final product was 13-15-17-19-21-24-28-32, wh

[RBW] Re: Noticed anything different about front bag handling

Shifty: Hope you got enough info on your bag question to help you sort it out. Trail discussions tend to get somewhat, eh, lively. But take heart: it's only geometry, not a religious experience. dougP On Nov 21, 4:30 pm, Kelly Sleeper wrote: > >It's not only harsh, it's a grotesque distortion

[RBW] Re: Noticed anything different about front bag handling

I've never experienced any problems with front loading a moderate to high trail bicycle. I've used handlebar bags for about the last 35 years on bikes that have these geometries. I'm sorry, but the low- trail mantra just isn't supported by my own personal experience. Jim Cloud Tucson, AZ On Nov

[RBW] Re: harris cassettes - century special

William: Thanks for that quote. That makes sense. When I modified the original cassette, the 13 & 15 were stock & maybe I got lucky with my 17 & 19 in place of the original 18. Modifying the 13-26, I took the 14 out so apparently the 13 & 15 aren't meant to be adjacent, but my original 13 happe

[RBW] New Rivideo. D&D paint

True for most quality youtubes: The music makes it. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fTGtoTlJyh0&feature=autoplay&list=TLoX62AewdXiU&lf=digest_mon&playnext=3 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the w

[RBW] Re: I like the look of these

Toe covers for fingers. On Nov 21, 4:15 pm, Kelly Sleeper wrote: > hmmm.. look like hand splats. -- 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 th

[RBW] Re: New Rivideo. D&D paint

Just got the email w/ that link: awesome to see a Hilsen getting painted. Very cool... -- 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/-/LPlft37H

[RBW] Re: I like the look of these

I like the idea of turning an okay glove into a super glove (though I suppose you could just go ahead and buy super-gloves). These are hilarious, and I bet they work great. I might get some if I need to bump an RBW order up to $150 to get free shipping. Don't analyze the economic sense of that.

[RBW] Re: FS: 1994 Bridgestone MB-1 (Pepper Grey Metallic) 52cm

Since I was asked a few times via email, I will add here that the standover is 29 3/4" Please feel free to email with any questions! Thanks! -- 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:/

[RBW] Re: I like the look of these

You can wear a wool glove without the permanent sweatiness of a sewn- in wind/weather layer. I kind of like it. -- 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 unsub

Re: [RBW] Splats - Woulda Thunk It?

Whoa, Combine the 'wind shield' and Splats and you'll be totally 'stylin'! -JimD On Nov 21, 2011, at 9:25 AM, Ray Shine wrote: > I have a similar tale, Jim. Now that the Bay Area temps are dropping to the > lower side of cool** I have been using the RBW Windshield on my chilly > morning commute

Re: [RBW] Re: Noticed anything different about front bag handling

Kelly, I don't think you should suggest the pro-low-trail story is just rhetoric, much less outright say so. Just as your experience with front loads, which nobody is belittling and hence is here respected, my experience is in favor of reduced trail with front loads. I don't say it because of any

[RBW] Re: I like the look of these

Looks like another odd-ball winner! I'm all for it. I'm sick of trying to check messages on my phone with cold digits. -Manny On Nov 21, 6:32 pm, Ginz wrote: > You can wear a wool glove without the permanent sweatiness of a sewn- > in wind/weather layer.  I kind of like it. -- You received this

[RBW] Re: I like the look of these

I can honestly there has never been a time in my life I would could ever see the benefit of these to myself, and my hands get cold easily ! These hand splats must be a California thing or something .. lol :) In the 50's I'm fine with good ol' $2.99 brown cotton gloves, in the 40's a Windst

[RBW] Re: I like the look of these

Tell me about nitrile: http://www.flickr.com/photos/45758191@N04/sets/72157626131698281/ In my riding I go up and down hils. Going up its easy for me to get hot and going down it's easy for me to get cold. Having a system that allows me to make significant layering changes in my clothing to s

Re: [RBW] Hilsen Populaire

Andrew - these are the VO Porteur bars. I would love it if Nitto made some of this style, but these are so inexpensive, I picked up another just to have a spare. I have tried 46cm noodles (too much drop for me), and 45cm Nitto Rando bars (OK, but only on the hoods and curves). Drops just haven't