[RBW] Re: Staff Bikes is back

Twelve bikes. Three have a Mark's Rack in front, and all three of those have the double struts mod. I like it. On Thursday, January 31, 2013 9:01:38 PM UTC-8, Jim M. wrote: > > A new page with staff bikes: http://www.rivbike.com/Staff-Bikes-s/766.htm > -- You received this message because

[RBW] Re: I am a (sometimes) enthusiastic but mediocre bike mechanic

My mistake. I meant blue. I do know the difference as I use them both. Mike is correct. Confusion. I get that after a couple of beers sometimes. On Feb 2, 8:40 pm, M D Smith wrote: > On Saturday, February 2, 2013 5:44:14 PM UTC-5, Frank Brose wrote: > > > I use shorter rack screws, lock washers a

[RBW] Re: The Roadeo is different from the Ram/AHH (long post)

I have never found a difference in turning to be particularly important. As long as the bike behaves predictably, I, and most experienced riders, will quickly adapt. I find slow vs high speed stability to be more significant. I loved commuting on my Ebisu All Purpose with 38c tires because i

[RBW] Re: I am a (sometimes) enthusiastic but mediocre bike mechanic

Jay: Ah... but you possess the key quality of a true Jedi mechanic... You are FEARLESS!!! I had a true Jedi mechanic once tell me: Never let the bicycle see you sweat, Make your adjustments swift, purposeful and with conviction, Failure is only temporary, be persistent, And most important...

[RBW] Homer's Back!

http://pawndero.wordpress.com/2013/02/02/gravel-plunking-country-bike/ Just wanted to celebrate the return of A. Homer Hilsen to rural north Texas. It's not the same one I foolishly sold several months ago, but same frame, same size...in a different color. Yesterday's delightful winter weathe

[RBW] Re: Homer's Back!

Welcome back Home(er)! Maybe about a year or so ago I went a few months without riding my Homer and briefly thought about selling it. I'm glad I didn't act on those thoughts. I've had mine now like 4.5yrs and love it. I wish it did better with a load on it but it's still a great bike. Are you

Re: [RBW] Re: Homer's Back!

Are those Hetres on it? Whatever they are, they look perfect! On Sun, Feb 3, 2013 at 6:59 AM, Mike wrote: > Welcome back Home(er)! > > Maybe about a year or so ago I went a few months without riding my Homer > and briefly thought about selling it. I'm glad I didn't act on those > thoughts. I've

[RBW] Fs: All new rear heavy duty tour kit and slightly used Supernova Airstream Chicago Pick up only

For sale dirt cheap a brand new rear Nitto Big Rack, two new Swift Industries Stack Panniers in brown wax canvas, and a very good condition Supernova Airstream. Selling as a lot for $200.00 total. Not interested in parting out. If you do not want everything, the price you pay is so low you

[RBW] Re: Homer's Back!

In some ways, this is always the dream...to have a new bike but know even before you ride it that you're going to love it, such that the process of building it up is nothing but joyous anticipation. On Sunday, February 3, 2013 6:42:27 AM UTC-8, Pondero wrote: > > http://pawndero.wordpress.com/20

[RBW] Re: 2 Top Tube Observations

I have both a 68 Atlantis and a 64 dtt Bombadil. I'm 6'5" 238#. I've ridden both bikes with the same loads, same bags, same racks and in the case of this large frame it's very clear the Bombadil handles the load much better. On the Atlantis I can feel the head tube twisting and the frame spr

[RBW] Re: I am a (sometimes) enthusiastic but mediocre bike mechanic

We all had to start somewhere. Rivendell has some great help videos. I've learned some nice tricks from Mark. - Ricky On Saturday, February 2, 2013 4:27:06 PM UTC-5, dougP wrote: > > "I replaced the too long screw holding my rack on, which I suspect was the > issue all > along." > > My observat

[RBW] Re: FS: Baggins Candy Bar Bag

photo? On Friday, February 1, 2013 5:39:25 AM UTC-7, Kris wrote: > > FWIW this is still available. > > On Tuesday, November 27, 2012 8:03:28 PM UTC-5, Kris wrote: >> >> Darker gray version. Good condition w/ no tears. Some patina on the >> buckles. Used very lil and sitting in the basement f

[RBW] Re: 2 Top Tube Observations

Last January my wife and I happened to be in Berkeley and stopped by Rivendell to take a look at the Betty Foy. I wasn't interested in a new bike, but needed something so I could go on a test ride with her. At the time I wouldn't even look at anything with 2TT's, so they set me up with a 1TT

[RBW] FS: Nitto mini front rack, Brand V Seat Bag

Hi all, I have these things for sale. Please email me offlist if interested. Nitto Mini-Front Rack * $70 includes shipping http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/r2.htm Brand V Seat Bag * $40 includes shipping http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/bavsss.htm --

[RBW] Re: Homer's Back!

Definitely worth celebrating On Sunday, February 3, 2013 6:42:27 AM UTC-8, Pondero wrote: > > http://pawndero.wordpress.com/2013/02/02/gravel-plunking-country-bike/ > > Just wanted to celebrate the return of A. Homer Hilsen to rural north > Texas. It's not the same one I foolishly sold several m

[RBW] Homer's Back!

Hey congratulations! I grew up in nearby Fort Worth. Always liked Denton. I used to take my mountain bike out to the Fort Worth Nature Center many years ago. Looks like you got the road to yourself. Enjoy! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

Re: [RBW] Re: Staff Bikes is back

Are you supposed to shellac those little twine frame protectors? - Ryan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googleg

[RBW] Re: Staff Bikes is back

Ha the true story to sean twine wrap dealie is a secret. Maybe sean can chime in. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr.

[RBW] FS: Shimano Bar-End Shifters, NEW

Hi, I have three sets of Shimano bar-end shifters for sale. All are new, never installed, perfect condition. All prices include free Priority Mail shipping. All are Ultegra level, which means they'll index with any 8-speed or 7-speed Shimano set-up, respectively, road or mountain, but won't

[RBW] Re: Considering selling: my 59 Bleriot frame/fork

As they should be, amen. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to

[RBW] Re: Homer's Back!

Mike, I haven't decided about the decals. The pure, functional part of me likes the clean look, and the social side of me wants to share with my brothers and sisters in riding for the brand. David, yes, Hetres, and they ARE perfect. Thanks, all, for the encouragement. -- You received this me

[RBW] Re: Homer's Back!

"Plunk around" evokes a nice, leisurely ride of exploration. I especially like the notion of "visiting, not conquering". Nice photos, too. Are Rivendell riders better than average photographers? Or perhaps good photographers are drawn to Rivendells? dougP On Sunday, February 3, 2013 6:42

[RBW] FS: Brooks saddles, B17 Standard and Ladies B17S, both honey color

Hi Rivsters- We have a couple of extra Brooks saddles that we have for sale. Both are very lightly used, probably less than 300 miles. Both have been Proofhided on the top and underside. Pictures can be seen on my Flickr page: http://www.flickr.com/photos/25652527@N05/8442973602/in/photost

[RBW] Just some colorful Sam H. photos from today

My Sam's been getting a little neglected lately since I've been riding the Soma so much. I decided to spruce him up a little with new orange bar tape, Shimano levers, NOS metal fenders from 1975 (made right here in Seattle!), and a relocation of the B&M headlight. Here's the imgur album http://

Re: [RBW] Just some colorful Sam H. photos from today

That looks spectacular! Congratulations! What is the handlebar you're using and what are those tires? Again, how could you neglect that? ;-) René On Sunday, February 3, 2013, Scot Brooks wrote: > My Sam's been getting a little neglected lately since I've been riding the > Soma so much. I decide

[RBW] Finding balance.

The stresses of work and having enough time just to do things for yourself can be daunting, if not impossible at times. Nothing a quick overnight bike camping trip to remind you the importance of the basic things in life and to bring you back to earth. Tried to plan a quick and imprompt overni

[RBW] Re: Considering selling: my 59 Bleriot frame/fork

I sold my Bleriot for much less than that. But I also had a better fitting Saluki en route. I think value when selling a used frame is a negotiation between the seller and buyer. For example: I (non-obsessively) collect vinyl. I have a 12 7" set from a band that I value very little. I would lov

Re: [RBW] Finding balance.

Nice... On Sunday, February 3, 2013, Manuel Acosta wrote: > The stresses of work and having enough time just to do things for yourself > can be daunting, if not impossible at times. Nothing a quick overnight > bike camping trip to remind you the importance of the basic things in life > and to br

[RBW] Terraferma Frameset

Excellent looking frameset and extras on Bay. http://www.ebay.com/itm/Terraferma-Randoneuring-Frame-58-cm-Seat-Tube-700c-tires-/230922693940?pt=Road_Bikes&hash=item35c410ad34 Jan Heine gave one of his 650b frames an excellent review. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

Re: [RBW] Just some colorful Sam H. photos from today

agreed good stuff. On Sunday, February 3, 2013 3:21:41 PM UTC-8, René wrote: > > That looks spectacular! Congratulations! > > What is the handlebar you're using and what are those tires? Again, how > could you neglect that? ;-) > > René > > On Sunday, February 3, 2013, Scot Brooks wrote: > >> My

Re: [RBW] Just some colorful Sam H. photos from today

Thank Rene! Those bars are the VO Chris's Rando Bar and the tires are Soma New Xpress 35c. The bar feels good to me, but I've never tried a Noodle so I couldn't really say how they measure up. The tires are great; I think I like them even a little better the Marathon Racer, which was my previous

[RBW] Finding balance.

This is an excellent example showing that good balance requires vigilant attention and quick adjustments. It's not too difficult, but one must be intentional about it. The skillful, like Manny here, make it look easy. Follow the illustrations carefully. -- You received this message because y

[RBW] Homer's Back!

I like your blog, Pondero. I just added it to the short list of blogs that I currently read. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunc

Re: [RBW] Staff Bikes is back

I don't know why, but the bike I keep coming back to is... Will's old 26" Raleigh mountain bike. Maybe like an old race horse that's been out to pasture, it no longer has any performance expectations and can just have fun. Eric On Fri, Feb 1, 2013 at 12:01 AM, Jim Mather wrote: > A new page wi

[RBW] Finding balance.

Test Pilot -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners

[RBW] Some New Steel for the Stable

Stopped at the local bike swap today ... and came home with a new bike! http://campyonlyguy.blogspot.com/2013/02/new-classic-steel-for-campy-only-stable.html Call this one "Homer's Italian Grandfather." Lots of very cool details on the frame--more photos coming soon. --Eric campyonly...@me.co

Re: [RBW] Finding balance.

You got the right stuff, Dustin. --Original Message-- From: EastBayGuy Sender: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com ReplyTo: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] Finding balance. Sent: Feb 3, 2013 6:02 PM Test Pilot -- You received this

[RBW] Re: Some New Steel for the Stable

Classy. Why was I not told about this bike swap? On Sunday, February 3, 2013 6:02:57 PM UTC-8, Eric Norris wrote: > > Stopped at the local bike swap today ... and came home with a new bike! > > > http://campyonlyguy.blogspot.com/2013/02/new-classic-steel-for-campy-only-stable.html > > > Call thi

[RBW] Re: Mt.Hamiliton S240 Feb 20- 21?

Cool, your headed through my stomping grounds…Livermore.   Wish I could make it but getting out on weekend are hard enough.  Mines Road is a good ride, lots of bicycle traffic on the weekends and not flat, okay compared to Diablo, Hamilton or the coast it's flat.   You need to get out to Tracy and

Re: [RBW] Re: Some New Steel for the Stable

I only happened on it by chance. --Eric On Feb 3, 2013, at 6:08 PM, Manuel Acosta wrote: > Classy. Why was I not told about this bike swap? > > On Sunday, February 3, 2013 6:02:57 PM UTC-8, Eric Norris wrote: > Stopped at the local bike swap today ... and came home with a new bike! > > http:/

Re: [RBW] Some New Steel for the Stable

That looks like a nice ride. This was a Davis swap? Dan Marin On Feb 3, 2013, at 6:02 PM, Eric Norris wrote: > Stopped at the local bike swap today ... and came home with a new bike! > > http://campyonlyguy.blogspot.com/2013/02/new-classic-steel-for-campy-only-stable.html > > > Call this

Re: [RBW] Some New Steel for the Stable

Sacramento. The folks at Edible Pedal sponsor it on the first Sunday of the month. Lots of interesting stuff this time, but the Nicoletti called to me ... Needless to say, I spent the entire afternoon cleaning and polishing it. Finally got to ride it late in the day. --Eric campyonly...@me.com

[RBW] Re: Riv Rally East 2012

Steve: Would like to plan 2 rides: April 13-14: Delaware Water Gap Adventure Loop - 2-day credit card/self-supported (on/off road), which features a scenic rural road ride up the Delaware River on Day 1, with the Day 2 return leg including a mixed hilly terrain route through High Point/Stokes

Re: [RBW] Just some colorful Sam H. photos from today

Great looking bike! I dig those tires. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group,

[RBW] SoCal Riv Riders Spring Ride

Planning updated here, now with map! http://www.flickr.com/groups/socal_rivendell_bicycle_appreciation_society/discuss/72157632662880910/ We're at the date-setting stage, so chime in. 9th is off the table, and 23rd doesn't look good, but the rest of the month is available. -- Cheers, David Redla

[RBW] Re: Just some colorful Sam H. photos from today

> > Thanks for the shots!! Beautiful bike! I really enjoyed that. > 1. What fenders? 2. Does the saddle bag come with that zippered pocket on back, or did you add that? Not mentioned on the description of that bag on the Riv site. > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[RBW] Re: Riv Rally East 2012

> > Thanks for the pics. Looked like an awesome ride. > How many miles? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@google

[RBW] Re: SoCal Riv Riders Spring Ride

How about February 16? March 2 is out for me. dougP On Sunday, February 3, 2013 8:58:52 PM UTC-8, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: > > Planning updated here, now with map! > http://www.flickr.com/groups/socal_rivendell_bicycle_appreciation_society/discuss/72157632662880910/ > > We're at the date-sett

[RBW] Re: Just some colorful Sam H. photos from today

Thanks for the kind words, Michael. The fenders don't say anything on them, but the story is that they were manufactured around 1975 in Seattle. A bunch ended up in a barn and the ones that survived were recently salvaged. There's a bit of oxidation on some of the mounting hardware, but nothing

[RBW] Roadeo pictures

Took a short but wonderful ride on the bike today, and I saw Brian from Riv out and about with a couple of his friends. Here are pics I took: http://www.flickr.com/photos/42771204@N00/sets/72157632686324800/ Toshi in Oakland. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Googl