[RBW] WTB: Carradice Camper, Sackville Med/large?, Hoss

2012-11-15 Thread Ryan Ray
Looking for a really big saddle bag for my Rambouillet. Would love to fit my 15" Macbook Pro in it maybe. I have a big 66cm Ram so I shouldn't need to worry about hitting fenders but if I do, well I have a new Mark's rack. - Ryan in Seattle -- You received this message because you are subscri

Re: [RBW] Signal police

2012-11-15 Thread Steve Palincsar
On Wed, 2012-11-14 at 23:24 -0700, Bertin753 wrote: > Didn't the left arm/right turn signal originate with motor cars, where > you can't stick your right hand out of the right window when you are > sitting in the left seat? I've not conducted a rigorous experiment, > but it seems to me that any dri

Re: [RBW] Forget Noodles: here's the bar for you

2012-11-15 Thread Steve Palincsar
On Wed, 2012-11-14 at 21:51 -0700, PATRICK MOORE wrote: > > > Inline image 1 > > > http://www.classiclightweights.co.uk/bikes/merlin-freeman-rb.html > Looks a lot like the Philippe Professionel, a reproduction of which is available as the Grand Bois Maes Parallel http://www.compasscycle.com/h

Re: [RBW] Signal police

2012-11-15 Thread Steve Palincsar
On Wed, 2012-11-14 at 21:35 -0800, Brian Hanson wrote: > > This also begs the question of what side to mount a headlight and > taillight on your bike, if not in the center line... With a headlight like the Edelux it makes absolutely no difference whatsoever. The beam fills the entire lane no ma

[RBW] Re: 52cm Waterford Bombadil FFHS for Sale, single top tube--Must Sell! And other Stuff for Sale

2012-11-15 Thread hobie
Yes, that was my Bomb and I photographed it on the roof of my mud room. Best lighting in my backyard. The single top tube made a great mountain bike w. 48cm noodles. Climbs very well. That is a great price for a hardly ridden Bombadil. On Thursday, November 15, 2012 12:31:52 AM UTC-5, Michael wr

Re: [RBW] Signal police

2012-11-15 Thread Ron Mc
at the stem, bell takes priority over the light, because you need to operate a bell with your left hand, so you can brake with your right hand. As far as mounting the light lower on racks or lugs, you have to make sure you can see the right-curb near your tire, but logically, on the left side

Re: [RBW] Signal police

2012-11-15 Thread Steve Palincsar
On Thu, 2012-11-15 at 05:32 -0800, Ron Mc wrote: > at the stem, bell takes priority over the light, because you need to > operate a bell with your left hand, so you can brake with your right > hand. My front brake is on the left, as is typical in the USA. Also, I have my bell set up on the stem

Re: [RBW] Question about blinkies and saddlebag loops

2012-11-15 Thread Kevin Mulcahy
Remove the "ring" portion and hardware of the PB mount and just bolt the clip directly to any M5 braze-on. I've used this method on seatstay rack mounts and on dropout mounts with success. Kevin Chicago, IL -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Ow

Re: [RBW] Signal police

2012-11-15 Thread Steve Wimberg
I use both signals, depending on the situation. For example, my commute home from work features a right hand turn that many cars execute from the middle lane (inappropriately), as well as the right lane in which I am happily riding along. I signal the right turn with my left arm in this case b

Re: [RBW] Signal police

2012-11-15 Thread Matthew J
I've used the same Edeluxe on three bikes now. First two bikes had racks with mounts to the right. The new Clockwork is set to use Tubus Duos so I mounted it at the fork crown which is the mandatory mount point in Germany: http://www.flickr.com/photos/57976152@N07/8176882194/ There may be a

[RBW] Re: Signal police

2012-11-15 Thread Montclair BobbyB
Revised Code of Washington State 46.61.758 > Hand Signals. > > All hand signals required of persons operating > bicycles shall be given in the following manner: > > (1) Left turn. > Left hand and arm extended horizontally beyond the side of the bicycle; > > (2) Right turn. > Left hand and arm ext

[RBW] Re: Forget Noodles: here's the bar for you

2012-11-15 Thread Don
I have the Grand Bois Parallel Bars on two bikes and will attest to their excellent attributes. IMO these are much preferred over the Noodle Bars. Expensive but worth the price. On Wednesday, November 14, 2012 8:51:39 PM UTC-8, Patrick Moore wrote: > > > > [image: Inline image 1] > > http://www.

[RBW] Re: Signal police

2012-11-15 Thread SteveD
I use my left arm more because I'm a traditionalist is some respects, and use my right on occasion. No big deal. I think whatever is more convenient at the time is appropriate. The important point is that the rider signals his/her intentions to everyone, no matter what arm they use. As for ligh

[RBW] Re: Forget Noodles: here's the bar for you

2012-11-15 Thread Matthew J
Jan Heine will probably want to strangle me for writing this, but I kind of wish the Parallel Bars would come with the Nitto crest. I use cloth bar tape and kind of like the dressed up look with the crest. The bars of course are excellent. On Thursday, November 15, 2012 8:54:41 AM UTC-6, Don w

Re: [RBW] Re: Signal police

2012-11-15 Thread Eric Norris
The "left-arm-pointing-up" signal seems to me to be relic of a bygone age when there were still cars that didn't have turn signals. Even worse, in my opinion, is the fact that the "pointing-up-to-mean-right" signal is not intuitive; to anyone who doesn't know the symbology, it means nothing.

[RBW] FS:1992 XO-1

2012-11-15 Thread Kelt
Sadly, economic and academic reasons force me to sell my XO-1 21 inch frame (C_C) some non-stock parts: dirt drop stem, generic pedals, schwinn saddle slight issue with rear derailleur shift (won't hold ) beausage appropriate with age. Asking $1100 plus shipping/insurance. Local pickup a plus.. Y

[RBW] Re: Cygolite mounting questions

2012-11-15 Thread pam
I have a Paul Gino Mount and the Nob and neither worked for me. I have fenders and 1 1/2 in? wide tires so the light beam is half way on the tire when I try to mount the light on the fork. So I just put the light back on the handlebars. I have the Nite Rider MiNewt 600 rechargeable light. An

[RBW] Re: FS:1992 XO-1

2012-11-15 Thread Trevelyan Bloomfield
Photo Link:HERE On Thursday, November 15, 2012 12:05:04 PM UTC-5, Trevelyan Bloomfield wrote: > >

[RBW] Re: Forget Noodles: here's the bar for you

2012-11-15 Thread Michael
> > Anyone know what's the measurement for the drop? > I love my Noodles, but a shorter drop would be great. > > -- 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/r

[RBW] Re: Forget Noodles: here's the bar for you

2012-11-15 Thread Jeremy Till
Nice ramp length but how would you ever ride in the drops? Seems like you'd have to do some kind of gymnastics to be able to reach the brake levers from the drops without your forearms hitting the upper corners. Unless of course they're heavily flared and we just can't see it from the side.

Re: [RBW] Forget Noodles: here's the bar for you

2012-11-15 Thread PATRICK MOORE
They do look rather like the wholly excellent Maes Parallels, but the reach seams quite a bit more than the MP's 115 mm. It does indeed make you wonder how you'd get your hands into the hooks. What interested me was how the design seems to almost obviate the need for a stem extension -- the bar ha

Re: [RBW] Question about blinkies and saddlebag loops

2012-11-15 Thread PATRICK MOORE
Kevin -- I assume you are talking about the PB Superflash? I don't follow your description -- can you explain further? You say remove the "ring" which, I take it, means the clamp meant for the seatpost. That leaves you with the light and the attached clip. How does this clip bolt to a braze on? I'

Re: [RBW] Question about blinkies and saddlebag loops

2012-11-15 Thread William
see this light? See the screw? Unscrew the screw. Set the clamp aside. Screw the screw into your braze on. You can still unclip the light from the clip. The clip is screwed into your braze on. On Thursday, November 15

[RBW] Re: Signal police

2012-11-15 Thread rcnute
If people can't figure out what you're doing when extending your right arm straight out to the right (like I do) we have much bigger problems as a society. It was nice of you to be nice to him. Ryan On Wednesday, November 14, 2012 9:35:47 PM UTC-8, stonehog wrote: > > I was riding home yesterd

[RBW] FS: Silver DT shifters $25 shipped

2012-11-15 Thread rcnute
Anyone want these? They're just sitting around at my place and I don't have a need for them. They are covered with blue cloth tape. Best I remember they work fine. No cables/housing. Kinda busy so no time for photos. If they're not what you thought you can always send 'em back. Thanks! R

Re: [RBW] Question about blinkies and saddlebag loops

2012-11-15 Thread Kevin Mulcahy
William has it basically right. Thank you. Just use an longer M5 sized bolt instead of the smaller one that's in the clamp. Kevin Chicago, IL -- 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

Re: [RBW] Question about blinkies and saddlebag loops

2012-11-15 Thread René Sterental
Smart idea! I like it. On Thu, Nov 15, 2012 at 1:13 PM, Kevin Mulcahy wrote: > William has it basically right. Thank you. > > Just use an longer M5 sized bolt instead of the smaller one that's in the > clamp. > > > Kevin > Chicago, IL > > -- > You received this message because you are subscrib

Re: [RBW] FS: Silver DT shifters $25 shipped

2012-11-15 Thread PATRICK MOORE
Are these the same mechanism as the Silver bar end shifters? If so that's a steal if you have a pair of Shimano pods lying around. Excellent shifters. As good as Simplex Retrofrictions? Debate. I'd say they are equal with a slight nod toward the Retros because of the slightly stiffer return resista

Re: [RBW] FS: Acorn Medium Large Saddle bag

2012-11-15 Thread mikel66...@juno.com
got it, thanks mike Woman is 53 But Looks 25 Mom reveals 1 simple wrinkle trick that has angered doctors... http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL3131/50a561f2a9ecc61f242ffst03duc -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

Re: [RBW] Question about blinkies and saddlebag loops

2012-11-15 Thread PATRICK MOORE
It looks so easy when you explain it! Thanks. Yes, I get it now. Actually tried it on my left rear dropout brazeon but wouldn't quite work -- must see what I can hack. Patrick "dumb, dumb dumb dumb, Dumb!" Moore On Thu, Nov 15, 2012 at 1:22 PM, William wrote: > see this light? > >

Re: Re: [RBW] Question about blinkies and saddlebag loops

2012-11-15 Thread Joan Oppel
Patrick - my small Carradice saddle bag has no "loop" attachment.  Here's how I attach a clip blinky: http://www.flickr.com/photos/30856149@N04/8189473050/in/photostream I hope that helps or gives you an idea - Joan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "R

Re: [RBW] Question about blinkies and saddlebag loops

2012-11-15 Thread campyonlyguy
You might need to head to the hardware store to find a short (1/4" - 1/2") plastic sleeve spacer to go between the light and the braze-on. I've mounted lights to braze-ons, and they sometimes hit the stay, necessitating a spacer to move the light outboard. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com www.

Re: Re: [RBW] Question about blinkies and saddlebag loops

2012-11-15 Thread Steve Palincsar
On Thu, 2012-11-15 at 16:28 -0600, Joan Oppel wrote: > Patrick - my small Carradice saddle bag has no "loop" attachment. > Here's how I attach a clip blinky: > http://www.flickr.com/photos/30856149@N04/8189473050/in/photostream I see it's there, but what's holding it on? -- You received th

Re: Re: Re: [RBW] Question about blinkies and saddlebag loops

2012-11-15 Thread Joan Oppel
The clip on the back of the light is "clipped" to the flap of the saddlebag.Joan   On 11/15/12, Steve Palincsar wrote: On Thu, 2012-11-15 at 16:28 -0600, Joan Oppel wrote:> Patrick - my small Carradice saddle bag has no "loop" attachment.> Here's how I attach a clip blinky:> http://www.flickr.com

[RBW] Re: Question about blinkies and saddlebag loops

2012-11-15 Thread Philip Williamson
I clip my PDW blinkie to my left prat pocket. Haven't been killed yet. Philip www.biketinker.com On Wednesday, November 14, 2012 11:10:45 AM UTC-8, Patrick Moore wrote: > > I've asked this before to no response, but from the scuttlebutt there must > be answers out there onlist. I've tried clippi

Re: [RBW] Forget Noodles: here's the bar for you

2012-11-15 Thread Don
". . .it makes the Noodles look like cheap, Chinese-made OEM bars in comparison-- and I'm not kidding. It is the nicest finish I've ever seen on a bar, . . . ." Ditto. The reach of the handlebar in the photo appears to be much longer than the reach on the Maes Paralles. On Thursday,

[RBW] Re: Signal police

2012-11-15 Thread Nick Worthington
I've been reprimanded on club rides for using the "left hand up" signal - though I only use it when I think conditions might make it hard to see my right arm. Also, is it just me - the first thing I always think when I see someone else use the left-hand-right signal is "Halt!". Must have

Re: [RBW] Re: Signal police

2012-11-15 Thread Eric Norris
"Halt!" or "High Five!" --Eric N www.CampyOnly.com CampyOnlyGuy.blogspot.com Twitter: @CampyOnlyGuy On Nov 15, 2012, at 4:05 PM, Nick Worthington wrote: > I've been reprimanded on club rides for using the "left hand up" signal - > though I only use it when I think conditions might make it hard

[RBW] Re: RBW garage sale

2012-11-15 Thread Jim M.
On Saturday, November 10, 2012 12:25:01 PM UTC-8, brianweee wrote: > > (new to posting on this thread) > > I'll definitely be at garage sale. Jim, what type of ride were you > thinking about doing afterwards? > > At past garage sales there has often been a group that climbs Diablo by road, and a

[RBW] Re: Anyone mounted taillights to Longboards?

2012-11-15 Thread David Banzer
I have Pixeos mounted on SKS P45's and Planet Bike Cascadia's. They work great. The dynamo powered one is lighter overall, as it doesn't need batteries, if weight is a concern. David On Tuesday, November 13, 2012 8:44:43 AM UTC-6, Leslie wrote: > > On Tuesday, November 13, 2012 8:59:20 AM UTC-5,

Re: [RBW] Question about blinkies and saddlebag loops

2012-11-15 Thread Shoji Takahashi
Hi Patrick, If you take the "clip" part off of the clamp, thread a longer bolt through it and into your rack braze on. Here's a pic (not from me): http://www.flickr.com/photos/58781331@N07/7863634762/in/photostream/ good luck, shoji On Thursday, November 15, 2012 2:26:40 PM UTC-5, Patrick Moore

Re: [RBW] Rear Safety lights that screw into seatstay braze ons.

2012-11-15 Thread Ryan Watson
If anyone's interested, I've got one of those Kimura stay-mounted taillights that I'm likely not going to use. It includes the little mounting bracket. See light and bracket here: http://www.jitensha.com/eng/kimura_lights.html Never been mounted, how about $90 shipped? Ryan in Albuquerque O

[RBW] Would Like To Purchase a New or Used Betty Foy 58< 60, 61, or Possibly a 62

2012-11-15 Thread Erin
Hello All, I am new to the biking world and even newer to Rivendell Bicycles. If you have a Betty Foy that you would like to sell that is size 58 or larger, please let me know. Would love to become an " Owner" and a rider. Warm Regards, Erin -- You received this message because you are subsc

[RBW] Re: Anyone mounted taillights to Longboards?

2012-11-15 Thread kris
I've had a Superflasher zip tied to mine for over two years. I drilled four holes to accept the ties, and strapped it around the clip. I haven't had any problems. Kris On Tuesday, November 13, 2012 12:15:10 AM UTC-6, Michael wrote: > > What did you mount, and how did it work out? > Are the 'bo

[RBW] FS: Early 105 Parts, Saddles, Bars, Fenders, Power Grips, etc.

2012-11-15 Thread sameness
And so the San Diego storage area continues to giveth, and the Australia luggage restrictions continue to taketh away. A quick cheap-and-cheerful FS posting before I drag my sorry mouse over to Ebay next week. All prices include CONUS shipping via USPS. PayPal only, please and thanks. No trad

[RBW] Re: Question about blinkies and saddlebag loops

2012-11-15 Thread mike
my blinky is mounted on my left rear dropout, to one of the mounting points for racks. It's low, but aimed well. I wear a reflective vest that puts a steady bright spot up higher and think of the reflective stuff as my primary rear facing light. On Wednesday, November 14, 2012 12:10:45 PM UTC

Re: [RBW] Question about blinkies and saddlebag loops

2012-11-15 Thread Kerry Kunsman
Due to the nature of the LED Blinkies, to be very bright without using a lot of energy, they need to be focused in a rather tight beam angle. This means for the blinkie to be effective they need to be carefully aimed at what you want to see them. That being said, LED Blinkies should be rigidl

Re: [RBW] How many Rivendell bicycles have you owned?

2012-11-15 Thread clipsnstaps
I have owned 8, started with a custom that was 53 CM and too small, got an allrounder, also too small (I still have that one). Bought a Ram but it was too big and a Saluki and the TT was too long. Got a 54cm and that too was too small...now I have in addition to my AR 3 RIvendells that fit per

[RBW] Sidi Touring Shoes (lace up, not for clipless)

2012-11-15 Thread clipsnstaps
These are the ones that Rivendell used to sell. They are brand new, size 45, NOS with box. I have them on ebay and if I can sell them here $175 plus shipping. Please email me directly at jrster...@gmail.com Thanks Box included unless you want me to just ship in a medium sized priority box. No

[RBW] Re: Anyone mounted taillights to Longboards?

2012-11-15 Thread j schaller
I have B&M Seculite Plus tail lights mounted on both my bikes with Longboards and they work just fine. Drill out one of the rivets and replace it with the light. Mine are both powered by a hub dynamo, battery units may differ. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the G

[RBW] Re: FS: Silver DT shifters $25 shipped

2012-11-15 Thread Michael
> > Do they have a friction option for the rear DR? -- 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/-/IVyluYTjFUsJ. To post to this group, send email

Re: [RBW] Re: RBW garage sale

2012-11-15 Thread dougP
Actually, no matter where you are, the locals consider it to be the center of the universe. Just ask 'em. dougP On Monday, November 12, 2012 1:26:11 AM UTC-8, Joe Bernard wrote: > > And remember, whichever part you're in, the other one sucks. Which is > confusing for me because I grew up SoCal

[RBW] Re: Anyone mounted taillights to Longboards?

2012-11-15 Thread Michael
> > I am surprised Rivendell doesn't sell fender mounted safety lights. They > seem to like fenders. > I use a poncho in the rain, and don't want it covering my saddle bag > light. So a fenderable light will be great. > > > I like reflective tape. But also want to be sure the car drivers ca

[RBW] Re: Question about blinkies and saddlebag loops

2012-11-15 Thread Michael
> > What do you think about a fender light? That'll hold on tight. > -- 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/-/1Zg5HncHxS8J. To post to this

Re: [RBW] Re: Question about blinkies and saddlebag loops

2012-11-15 Thread PATRICK MOORE
Thanks again for all the responses; the volume indicates that more than I think about this. I am pleased that my fretting is shared. C'mon, saddlebag makers have been putting loops on flaps for decades; isn't there a way to make these work? I've tried clipping to the saddlebag flap, with much the

[RBW] Re: FS: Silver DT shifters $25 shipped

2012-11-15 Thread rcnute
Sold! Ryan On Thursday, November 15, 2012 12:43:44 PM UTC-8, rcnute wrote: > > Anyone want these? They're just sitting around at my place and I don't > have a need for them. They are covered with blue cloth tape. Best I > remember they work fine. No cables/housing. > > Kinda busy so no time

[RBW] Re: RBW garage sale

2012-11-15 Thread Manuel Acosta
Yikes my boy scout troop overnight trip go canceled. Lack of people wanting to sleep in the rain I guess. This frees up my Saturday. I'll be doing a Diablo ride up via road then taking the dirt trail down from Juniper campsites. I vaguely remember the dirt part down. But I guess it won't really