Re: [RBW] SKS Longboard silver/tan/black colors. Have you seen them? How do they look? Nice?

2012-08-12 Thread Toshi Takeuchi
I think my cream looks great. The best compliment was when someone thought they were painted aluminum fenders. Toshi On 8/11/12, lungimsam wrote: > I am himming and hawing over which color to get. > Tan, silver , or black. > > My Bleriot is Minty Blue/cream headtube. > Tan could work, silver wou

[RBW] RE: QUICKBEAM FOR SALE

2012-08-12 Thread Marc Schwartz
F & F are sold, pending payment formalities. Thank you for reading my drivel, if you bothered. Marc "Love and leather A tear in her eye, He swore at the Devil Then he went for a ride." -Radney Foster- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [rbw-owners-bu

RE: [RBW] FS: Paul Brake Set: Neo-Retro w/front Rack Mount bolts, Touring Rear & Dia Compe 287 Levers, Grip Kings Pedals & Suntour XC Thumb Shifters

2012-08-12 Thread Marc Schwartz
Salud, Brian Can you accept $30 for the thumbies? Thanks, Marc From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] on behalf of Brian Campbell [bdcampbel...@gmail.com] Sent: Friday, August 10, 2012 7:50 PM To: rbw-owners-bunch@google

[RBW] Atlantis triple - Phil BB spindle length

2012-08-12 Thread Mitch Browne
I upgrade the mighty Atlantis / Sugino triple as opportunity permits. I currently have the Riv recommended 107 Tange ($10 Craigslist) installed which has served me well daily the past few years. I now have the opportunity to pick up a new 113 Phil. I was almost certain that in past Riv readers

RE: [RBW] FS: Paul Brake Set: Neo-Retro w/front Rack Mount bolts, Touring Rear & Dia Compe 287 Levers, Grip Kings Pedals & Suntour XC Thumb Shifters

2012-08-12 Thread Marc Schwartz
Please forgive my spam Which begets more spam.. In Canada, I think it's called "Spork" Schwartzy From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] on behalf of Marc Schwartz [mschw...@nmsu.edu] Sent: Sunday, August 12, 2012 8:

[RBW] Pinkbike listing: 64cm Rivendell Rambouillet

2012-08-12 Thread Matthew Hoult
No connection, etc. Just F.Y.I. for the B.O.B. 64cm Rivendell Rambouillet Bremerton , Washington , United States http://www.pinkbike.com/buysell/1123136/ -- 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: Atlantis triple - Phil BB spindle length

2012-08-12 Thread Stephen S
There is a post from the past on this list talking about bottom brackets and the Atlantis frame. https://groups.google.com/forum/#!topic/rbw-owners-bunch/PLvfFqKpkFQ For what if 107mm was working for you going to 113mm will just move the chain-rings out. If you need the wider q factor it will

[RBW] Re: FS: Brooks, Trunksack, Shimano dynohub, Thumbies, etc

2012-08-12 Thread tim becker
Tubus rack is sold. Everything else still available. Make an offer. I also have a pair of On One Midge bars 25.4mm - they've been mounted and ridden 2 or 3 times, never taped - I'd like to trade for a pair of other dirt drop style bars (woodchipper, WTB, etc.) in 25.4 or 26mm. thanks, tim

[RBW] 54cm Saluki for sale in Seattle $2K

2012-08-12 Thread rcnute
Not mine but I'm pretty sure I know bike and owner and it sounds like a steal... http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/bik/3200092976.html Ryan -- 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] SKS Longboard silver/tan/black colors. Have you seen them? How do they look? Nice?

2012-08-12 Thread blueride2
I picked the tan fenders for my AHH. Looks great, get a lot compliments on them. Go tan, you won't regret 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-owne

[RBW] Re: SKS Longboard silver/tan/black colors. Have you seen them? How do they look? Nice?

2012-08-12 Thread Norman
Here's a link to my Hillborne (Atlantic green/blue w/ cream fenders): http://www.flickr.com/photos/norro/7255844062/in/photostream But don't sweat too much over it, they're just fenders on a bike. Norman On Aug 11, 11:43 pm, lungimsam wrote: > I am himming and hawing over which color to get. > Ta

[RBW] Rivish Parts For Sale

2012-08-12 Thread Scott Calhoun
A dead air conditioner, dying water heater, and a kid's college tuition have conspired to make me let go of some frames and parts I've been collecting and holding onto for bike building projects. My spouse somehow feels that cool indoor air and hot water are more important than my bicycle proje

[RBW] FS: VO & IRD stems (more parts box finds)

2012-08-12 Thread Randall Rupp
For sale: two stems in great shape: *VO threadless 80mm, 17 degree, for 26.0 road handlebar, silver (I think that's all they come in) *IRD F4 threadless 90mm, 10 degree, for 26.0 road handlebar, silver (anodized) Photos here: https://plus.google.com/photos/109247504134734973824/albums/57729149

Re: [RBW] Re: SKS Longboard silver/tan/black colors. Have you seen them? How do they look? Nice?

2012-08-12 Thread Mark Chandler
I have the black Longboards on my daily rider (Salsa Vaya).  While not as fancy-looking as Honjos or Berthouds, they look nice enough that I wouldn't pay more just aesthetics. From: Norman To: RBW Owners Bunch Sent: Sunday, August 12, 2012 1:22 PM Subject: [

Re: [RBW] And now for something completely different

2012-08-12 Thread jimD
Wow, this fella must have a permanent case of twisted knickers. What fun, JimD On Aug 12, 2012, at 12:50 PM, PATRICK MOORE wrote: > http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K2P86C-1x3o > > Conservative loonie (not a loonie because he is conservative; he's > just a loonie and he is conservative), long-tim

Re: [RBW] Re: Interesting blog entry (and comments/replies) from Jan Heine's blog

2012-08-12 Thread Bill Gibson
Late to the party. Love you guys. On Thu, Aug 9, 2012 at 7:55 PM, Mike wrote: > It should say "just tell me to shut up." > > We did it! 150! Group hug! > > > On Thursday, August 9, 2012 2:44:13 PM UTC-7, Mike wrote: >> >> And Steve, if we're ever riding together on a brevet and i ask you how >>

[RBW] Re: And now for something completely different

2012-08-12 Thread Bertin753
To reply to Jim D's comment: yes, he makes a career out of permanent peevishness -- not always without reason, given what appears to be the sorry state of modern Britain. But he is a true and dedicated cyclist who rides to get to places--don' think he owns a car--and who regrets the passing of

RE: [RBW] And now for something completely different

2012-08-12 Thread Marc Schwartz
A drowning soul grasping for driftwood from his own shipwreck? Nay, twisted knickers it isthanks, Jim 'n Patrick! PS; God save the Queen! PPS; To wives and sweethearts! MS "He swore at the Devil, Then he went for a ride." -Radney Foster- From: rbw-o

RE: [RBW] And now for something completely different

2012-08-12 Thread Marc Schwartz
I Read it again; Agree with one strain, though not sure he meant it this way; Nationalism is scarey stuff! God 'n Country? (boo!) Scotch 'n Soda? (yay!) Hey, Pete! Jump on your bike and Just Ride! From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [rbw-owners-bunch

[RBW] Re: Do you friction or indexed?

2012-08-12 Thread Garth
Friction for me too ... as classic Sun Tour Thumbshifters are the best damm things ever !! -- 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-bu

[RBW] Seattle S24O group trip, could be awesome

2012-08-12 Thread Scot Brooks
Judging by the number of people who turned up to Grant's talk at Free Range, I'm thinking there are plenty of ya'll who'd be into a weekend camping trip. Now that the weather is somewhat predictable, I say we go for it. Any thoughts on dates and destinations? Fay Bainbridge is nice, and only ab

[RBW] FS: VO (Dia Compe) Mini Front Rack & VO Front Rack w/ Decaleur (Non-Canti)

2012-08-12 Thread Brian Campbell
Both brand new and never mounted. The front rack w/ decaleur has all of the mounting hardware except a set of p-clamps. They were used on a friends bike. VO Mini Rack $40 Shipped in the US http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k292/bylar13/003-2.jpg http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k292/bylar13/002

[RBW] Re: Atlantis triple - Phil BB spindle length

2012-08-12 Thread C.J. Filip
FWIW and future inquiries, when I had a 56cm Atlantis with a TA Zephyr triple, I needed a 127.5mm Phil. Those Suginos are a whole different animal. On Aug 12, 8:25 am, Stephen S wrote: > There is a post from the past on this list talking about bottom brackets > and the Atlantis frame. > > https:

[RBW] Re: FS: VO (Dia Compe) Mini Front Rack & VO Front Rack w/ Decaleur (Non-Canti)

2012-08-12 Thread Brian Campbell
D'OH! Price on the other rack is $65 shipped in the US. On Sunday, August 12, 2012 6:11:45 PM UTC-4, Brian Campbell wrote: > > Both brand new and never mounted. The front rack w/ decaleur has all of > the mounting hardware except a set of p-clamps. They were used on a friends > bike. > > VO Mini

RE: [RBW] Re: FS: VO (Dia Compe) Mini Front Rack & VO Front Rack w/ Decaleur (Non-Canti)

2012-08-12 Thread Marc Schwartz
Brian, I would like the front rack w/ decaleur, if available. Can I Paypal tomorrow AM thank you, Marc From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] on behalf of Brian Campbell [bdcampbel...@gmail.com] Sent: Sunday, August 12,

RE: [RBW] Re: FS: VO (Dia Compe) Mini Front Rack & VO Front Rack w/ Decaleur (Non-Canti)

2012-08-12 Thread Marc Schwartz
Oy! Again he does it! NPT. ( not payin' 'tention) From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] on behalf of Brian Campbell [bdcampbel...@gmail.com] Sent: Sunday, August 12, 2012 4:23 PM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.c

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: VO (Dia Compe) Mini Front Rack & VO Front Rack w/ Decaleur (Non-Canti)

2012-08-12 Thread Brian Campbell
Sounds good! ^ If it does not sell for some reason, I will update this thread. On Sunday, August 12, 2012 6:45:04 PM UTC-4, Mayfly wrote: > > Brian, > I would like the front rack w/ decaleur, if available. Can I Paypal > tomorrow AM > thank you, > Marc > _

[RBW] Re: Atlantis triple - Phil BB spindle length

2012-08-12 Thread Garth
They recommend the different lengths for different brands because although they are both JIS tapers, they still vary from brand to brand. Some tapers thus will fit more/less into the arms. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. T

Re: [RBW] 54cm Saluki for sale in Seattle $2K

2012-08-12 Thread Aaron Young
Anyone know what PBH's would be appropriate for this Saluki? For my wallet's sake I'm hoping to convince myself that its not the right size for me. -Aaron Y. On Sunday, August 12, 2012, rcnute wrote: > Not mine but I'm pretty sure I know bike and owner and it sounds like a > steal... > > http:/

[RBW] fat tires for the Hillborne

2012-08-12 Thread Randall Rupp
I'm running some 700 x 35 tires on my Hillborne and wondered if anybody had experience with larger, cushier tires on their Hillborne. -- Randall Rupp rcr...@gmail.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, s

Re: [RBW] 54cm Saluki for sale in Seattle $2K

2012-08-12 Thread Bruce Herbitter
Standover is 78.6 mm at mid top tube from the Riv geometry chart. Tire size will affect that a tiny bit. On Sun, Aug 12, 2012 at 7:51 PM, Aaron Young <1ce...@gmail.com> wrote: > Anyone know what PBH's would be appropriate for this Saluki? For my > wallet's sake I'm hoping to convince myself that

[RBW] Re: fat tires for the Hillborne

2012-08-12 Thread jandrews_nyc
I currently run Pasela TG's 700 x 37 and they are a good fit for that bike but a little skinny. I've also run it with Schwalbe Dureme 50's. It's a tight squeeze but doable. So, a 40mm Dureme or Supreme is ideal. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "R

[RBW] Re: fat tires for the Hillborne

2012-08-12 Thread Scot Brooks
The 700x47 Marathon that Riv sells will fit. I've got them on mine now. -- 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/-/-h5hYgU2ZxEJ. To post to th

Re: [RBW] Re: SKS Longboard silver/tan/black colors. Have you seen them? How do they look? Nice?

2012-08-12 Thread Marc Irwin
It seems they nailed a match to the Riv cream. http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-cmY-wVqlV5A/T9oLpfXlgZI/C_o/SKUU0ZHV0Bc/s1600/060912104401_01.jpg I think they look great on my Hillborne. Marc -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" grou

Re: [RBW] Re: SKS Longboard silver/tan/black colors. Have you seen them? How do they look? Nice?

2012-08-12 Thread Stephen S
Is that the correct link? On Sunday, August 12, 2012 6:46:32 PM UTC-7, Marc Irwin wrote: > > It seems they nailed a match to the Riv cream. > > > http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-cmY-wVqlV5A/T9oLpfXlgZI/C_o/SKUU0ZHV0Bc/s1600/060912104401_01.jpg > > I think they look great on my Hillborne. > > Ma

[RBW] Atlantis on Ebay

2012-08-12 Thread Joe Bernard
Not mine. My size and I'd love to do it, but I'm outta bike cash for now. Plus I need to ride the bikes I have more. Gettin' lazy in my old age. http://www.ebay.com/itm/Rivendell-Atlantis-Frame-and-Fork-53cm-/200805600712?pt=Road_Bikes&hash=item2ec0f24dc8 Joe "just ride" Bernard Vallejo, CA.

[RBW] Seattle Tour Recap: Day 1 to Day 3

2012-08-12 Thread Manuel Acosta
"The hardest part of any adventure is buying the ticket" First couple of days was mostly traveling by train. General mentality for the whole trip was, "We'll figure it out". No general plan, just making it up while we go. Pictures prove that I still have tons of photos to edit: Day 1 http://

Re: [RBW] Any Seattle-Area Riv-Riders Need Amber Shellac?

2012-08-12 Thread Stonehog
Nice butterscotch Saluki bars, Rob! Brian Hanson On Aug 11, 2012, at 11:12 AM, Rob wrote: > I bought a quart at Lowes, which is enough for three coats of shellac on > approximately 50 sets of handlebars...or about 40 more than I could ever > imagine needing before it dried up in the can. Happ

[RBW] Does your Brooks B17 look a little tilted and twisted from behind?

2012-08-12 Thread lungimsam
Nothing major, just a smidge off. And looking straight over the saddle, the nose looks a little like it is veering off to the left a smidge. Noticed this after the first couple rides, it looks that way. Was wondering if this is normal? It is installed correctly. Thanks. Here it is: http://i39

[RBW] Nice bunch here.

2012-08-12 Thread lungimsam
Just wanted to say that you all seem to be very friendly and kind here. Another biking forum I frequent can get a little rough. Not everyone is so nice. Bums me out. Sometimes I feel like I wanna cringe a little before reading responses over there. So it is really nice to have some nice frien

Re: [RBW] Does your Brooks B17 look a little tilted and twisted from behind?

2012-08-12 Thread Eric Norris
Looks to me like you need to loosen up the clamps and straighten out your saddle. --Eric N On Aug 12, 2012, at 9:25 PM, lungimsam wrote: > Nothing major, just a smidge off. And looking straight over the saddle, the > nose looks a little like it is veering off to the left a smidge. > Noticed t

[RBW] Re: Does your Brooks B17 look a little tilted and twisted from behind?

2012-08-12 Thread Joe Bernard
It's normal. Brookses are rarely perfectly symmetrical to start with, and the shape changes as it breaks in. Mine tend to move to the left a bit over time..i think my left leg is a bit shorter than the right. Joe Bernard Vallejo, CA. On Sunday, August 12, 2012 9:25:03 PM UTC-7, lungimsam wrote

[RBW] Re: Does your Brooks B17 look a little tilted and twisted from behind?

2012-08-12 Thread Joe K
I would agree with Eric that it's probably good to check the clamps...since the saddle is pretty new. Or maybe this is just part of the variability of new leather saddles. Mine has a definite waver to it, but it's over 10 years old...and I have to figure that one butt cheek is stressing it more