Re: [RBW] Signal police

2012-11-17 Thread Marc Irwin
Every thing I have heard on this thread makes perfect sense, but here in Michigan the law still requires the left hand signals exclusively. It's not as if anybody enforces it, we use whatever will be visible (maybe flares?). In the final analysis, the legality, visibility and usefulness are i

Re: [RBW] Signal police

2012-11-17 Thread justinaugust
Weird. In PA we have to do all from the left too. Did not know that. -J in PHL -- 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/-/PW_tt3T1OpYJ. To po

Re: [RBW] Signal police

2012-11-17 Thread PATRICK MOORE
This is excessively cynical. It is not at all irrelevant for a cyclist to obey the law where appropriate and where not to do what ever keeps him safe -- which means, to ride predictably and reasonably as part of traffic where this is possible. I've had motorists tell me in effect to get off the ro

Re: [RBW] Signal police

2012-11-17 Thread jimD
Golly, I drive a car, does this make me a 'cager'? I suspect most of us are guilty of this car thing. Us vs them doesn't work so well when many of us are both us and them. -JimD On Nov 17, 2012, at 8:58 AM, Marc Irwin wrote: > Every thing I have heard on this thread makes perfect sense, but h

[RBW] Re: Question about blinkies and saddlebag loops

2012-11-17 Thread Savvas
Hi Patrick, Here in Oz lots of people I know (or have seen around the place) who eschew racks and other sensible things, invest in an omni-directional light such as the Niteflux Redzone. These will clip very securely onto a bag loop and it matters not a jot where the are pointed as long as its g

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

2012-11-17 Thread sameness
Woody's Flat Wood Fenders are SOLD! -- 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/-/VI3Q0cTs1x0J. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu

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

2012-11-17 Thread sameness
Power Grips are SOLD! And with that, only the lonely 105 cranks remain. Thanks again for the housekeeping help, folks. -- 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

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

2012-11-17 Thread sameness
...and the 105 rear derailleur and the Avocet Touring II saddle are now SOLD! For those playing along at home, that leaves the 105 double crankset, the Power Grips, and Woody's fenders, which measure out to about 38 or 39mm wide. Thanks again, all! -- You received this message because you ar

[RBW] Re: Anyone mounted taillights to Longboards?

2012-11-17 Thread John
One more vote for the PDW Fenderbots. I've had 'em on my Longboards for a couple years with absolutely no issues. They're quite light. On Monday, November 12, 2012 10:15:10 PM UTC-8, Michael wrote: > > What did you mount, and how did it work out? > Are the 'boards strong enough to hold the weight

[RBW] WTB 47cm - 50 cm Rivendell

2012-11-17 Thread shawn
I am looking to purchase a Rivendell for my wife and thought I would take a shot in the dark in hopes that someone was interested in selling a 47- 50 cm Sam Hillborne, Atlantis, Saluki or AHH. Thanks -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunc

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

2012-11-17 Thread sameness
Moustache bars, Midge bars, random cool seatpost, and Rolls saddle are all SOLD. 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://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/0QCJvWa-eL

[RBW] FS Sidi touring shoes, New size 45

2012-11-17 Thread clipsnstaps
I am not sure if this got posted, the original Sidi touring shoes as sold by RIvendell, New in Box, size 45. Perfect in every way. Doubtful you will find another pair $175 Please email me directly at JRStern11 (at) gmail (dot) (com) My attachment is too large so I can send images to your emai

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

2012-11-17 Thread Erin
Hi Michael, THANK YOU very much! Had been scouring major cities looking within the Craigslist Forum and did not know about this link. Gratefully, Erin > Hi Erin, >> > This is a great place to start a search for a Rivendell. I hope you can > get one soon. > > You can also search all

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

2012-11-17 Thread mike
The way I mount my blinky to the rear wheel area is to use one of the Paul Gino light mounts http://paulcomp.com/ginolightmount.html I then use the seatpost clamp that came with the PB blinky. The Gino mounts are useful for a few things. I've got a headlight mounted on the mid-fork blade m

Re: [RBW] WTB 47cm - 50 cm Rivendell

2012-11-17 Thread J L
If there happen to be two such rivs to be had I am in the same boat. :) JL On Nov 17, 2012 12:05 PM, "shawn" wrote: > I am looking to purchase a Rivendell for my wife and thought I would take > a shot in the dark in hopes that someone was interested in selling a 47- 50 > cm Sam Hillborne, Atlant

Re: [RBW] WTB 47cm - 50 cm Rivendell

2012-11-17 Thread Dan McNamara
Although they are a bit more than buying a used frame or bike there are three such items on the Riv website. Actually four if you count the pink custom frame. $1500 for the Toyo AHH frame new with headset is a decent price. Dan Marin On Nov 17, 2012, at 12:51 PM, J L wrote: > If there ha

Re: [RBW] WTB 47cm - 50 cm Rivendell

2012-11-17 Thread Peter Morgano
I have a 52cm Bombadil that needs a home. :-) On Nov 17, 2012 4:00 PM, "Dan McNamara" wrote: > Although they are a bit more than buying a used frame or bike there are > three such items on the Riv website. Actually four if you count the pink > custom frame. > > > $1500 for the Toyo AHH frame new

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

2012-11-17 Thread Allan in Portland
Those are a riot. But I think they might be upside down. :-) On Wednesday, November 14, 2012 8:51:39 PM UTC-8, Patrick Moore wrote: > > > http://www.classiclightweights.co.uk/bikes/merlin-freeman-rb.html > > =-- > > - > Patrick Moore, Albuquerque, NM, USA > For professiona

Re: [RBW] WTB 47cm - 50 cm Rivendell

2012-11-17 Thread Peter Morgano
51cm atlantis on the ebay. An older frame but at $750 BIN a good deal. On Nov 17, 2012 4:14 PM, "Peter Morgano" wrote: > I have a 52cm Bombadil that needs a home. :-) > On Nov 17, 2012 4:00 PM, "Dan McNamara" wrote: > >> Although they are a bit more than buying a used frame or bike there are >>

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

2012-11-17 Thread PATRICK MOORE
Thanks for alerting me to this; it's going to the archive. It looks ideal, and I'd spring if it didn't cost $100. Here is a decent youtube illustration (the anecdote about the old lady rearending the speaker at 8 am in the morning makes me want to wear a helmet again). http://www.youtube.com/watch

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

2012-11-17 Thread PATRICK MOORE
Thanks, Mike: an option I've not considered. I've hesitated to mount a rear light down by the dropout because I so often shove this bike (Fargo) into a car -- will have to review my reluctance. Wonder if it could be mounted inboard of the dropout on the left side -- prolly not b/c of the disk brake

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

2012-11-17 Thread justinaugust
I have two mid-seat stay braze ons on both my Rivs. I keep two PDW RadBot 1000s mounted on each bike, set in solid mode, not flash. My ideal lighting situation if they were solar powered. -J -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group

Re: [RBW] Signal police

2012-11-17 Thread justinaugust
I drive and bike equally. I also bus and train a bit. The worst specimens of all those who take a form of transit are those who set no a dichotomy (or quadchotomy?) of exclusivity. I loathe terrible drivers and cyclists equally. Buses terrify me with their blatant disregard for the law here in

[RBW] Re: WTB 47cm - 50 cm Rivendell

2012-11-17 Thread dougP
Shawn: You should probably see what size your wife should be riding using Riv's sizing info. With their program you should be able to hit the size within a couple of cm. IME the smaller the rider & bike the more important it is to correctly hit the sizing. My wife is 5'2" & rides a 47 cm Atlant

Re: [RBW] WTB: Large Tan Acorn Saddle Bag or Large Tan Carradice Saddle Bag

2012-11-17 Thread Eric Platt
Wonder if that Carradice bag is actually a really, really faded green bag. I've seen that happen before. I believe Derrick in southern California has a similar looking one on his Redwood. Eric Platt St. Paul, MN (whose Carradice Barley is starting to fade, but no where near to a tan colour yet)

[RBW] Re: WTB 47cm - 50 cm Rivendell

2012-11-17 Thread Joe Bernard
That 48cm Sam is a raging deal at $2200 for a complete bike. There's also the lovely Betty Foy frame for $1050. You're not likely to find a small used Riv that is significantly cheaper than that. Joe Bernard Vallejo, CA. On Saturday, November 17, 2012 4:31:32 PM UTC-8, dougP wrote: > Shawn:

[RBW] Re: WTB: Large Tan Acorn Saddle Bag or Large Tan Carradice Saddle Bag

2012-11-17 Thread Pondero
Yes, Eric, the Carradice is a somewhat faded green. It is mine, and it is also coated with a fair amount of gravel dust. I brush the dust off occasionally, but can't keep up with the accumulation. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] 68 cm Quickbeam for sale

2012-11-17 Thread Abcyclehank
Also curious about availability of said Quickbeam. -- 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/-/7UxhyBRcLpsJ. To post to this group, send email t

[RBW] Re: WTB: Large Tan Acorn Saddle Bag or Large Tan Carradice Saddle Bag

2012-11-17 Thread rperks
If you are inclined to try making a bag yourself or buy some yardage to have one made, the British tan here: http://www.rockywoods.com/Fabrics-Kits/Canvas-and-Cotton-Duck-Fabrics/Dyed-08-Cotton-Duck-Fabric-By-The-Yard is pretty close, if not an exact match for your tan acorn, depending on when it

[RBW] Re: 68 cm Quickbeam for sale

2012-11-17 Thread BSWP
That was posted last year, looks like... It's most likely long gone by now... - Andrew On Saturday, November 17, 2012 7:11:37 PM UTC-8, Abcyclehank wrote: > > Also curious about availability of said Quickbeam. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW