[RBW] Re: Just Ride (g-dammit!).

Well said, Patrick. That is precisely why I decided that tempting as it is to want to play with, a fixie would never be anything but a novelty toy here in the mountains. I must say though, playing with the idea of a fixed gear taught me each gear has a much wider range (on the low end in partic

[RBW] Just Ride (g-dammit!).

Everything that's old becomes new again, I bypassed the latest fixed/singlespeed wave so I can be new without ever getting old. Not making much sense but it's 5 am...so, you know. Perry -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To u

[RBW] Logo removal

I have a nice shiny Nitto S83 seatpost with a slightly annoying S83 logo. How do I remove the logo without scratching the finish of the post? Thanks, Joe Bernard Vallejo, CA. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

[RBW] Re: Logo removal

I've used both : 1. Brasso Metal polish and a rag . takes a while to rub it off. 2. Ultra Fine Steel Wool (Grade ) . just rub ! Neither do anything to the anodizing, just removing the logos. On Saturday, May 18, 2013 7:36:05 AM UTC-4, Joe Bernard wrote: > > I have a nice shiny Nitto S8

[RBW] Re: Logo removal

Twine and shellac it. On Saturday, May 18, 2013 6:36:05 AM UTC-5, Joe Bernard wrote: > > I have a nice shiny Nitto S83 seatpost with a slightly annoying S83 logo. > How do I remove the logo without scratching the finish of the post? > > Thanks, > Joe Bernard > Vallejo, CA. > -- You received t

Re: [RBW] Re: Betty Foy and Red Brooks

I got it online, so you'll have to be patient! -- 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

[RBW] Re: Logo removal

I use white gas or lighter fluid to remove stickers and sticky bits (not sure how the logo is on there, I presume a sticker of some kind?). With abandon, Patrick On Saturday, May 18, 2013 5:36:05 AM UTC-6, Joe Bernard wrote: > > I have a nice shiny Nitto S83 seatpost with a slightly annoying S8

[RBW] That Pugsley

Sorry, readers, I didn't get a chance to ride it, since it was special ordered and the owner picked it up before this week's workday. But Steve is thinking of getting one for a floor model (as well as one or a few Long Haul Truckers, which have been selling well). 210 mm Q factor shudder. But

[RBW] Re: FS front wheel

Thanks to all who considered this. The wheel is sold, and has a new home! Rusty Pittsburgh On Wednesday, May 15, 2013 4:30:19 PM UTC-4, Rusty Click wrote: > > FS, a Rich built, 700c F36 Synergy LX front wheel. Lonely, and needs a > new home. approx. 3000miles on it. > Asking $60 shipped US.

[RBW] Re: That Pugsley

Almost everybody who rides one is surprised by the experience. The wide Q isn't that bigga deal. On Saturday, May 18, 2013 8:40:11 AM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote: > > Sorry, readers, I didn't get a chance to ride it, since it was special > ordered and the owner picked it up before this week's wor

Re: [RBW] Re: That Pugsley

I rode my friend Ed's small frame Pugsley; it felt like a BMX bike for clydesdales. Pretty sweet, actually, but I can't see one for much of a distance. I would jump the hell out of one though. On Sat, May 18, 2013 at 9:54 AM, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery < thill@gmail.com> wrote: > Almost

[RBW] Re: That Pugsley

If I lived in the desert, I'd definitely want to own a Pugsley or Moonlander. Some of the most fun an adventurous person can have on a bike. On Saturday, May 18, 2013 9:54:55 AM UTC-5, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery wrote: > > Almost everybody who rides one is surprised by the experience. The wide

[RBW] Re: Logo removal

Gets my vote as "Best Answer." On Saturday, May 18, 2013 6:15:37 AM UTC-7, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery wrote: > > Twine and shellac it. > > On Saturday, May 18, 2013 6:36:05 AM UTC-5, Joe Bernard wrote: >> >> I have a nice shiny Nitto S83 seatpost with a slightly annoying S83 logo. >> How do I

Re: [RBW] Re: That Pugsley

I rode both a Pugsley and a Moonlander at Jim's shop, Hiawatha Cyclery in Minneapolis. For me, the wide bottom bracket was not an issue at all and I was expecting it to be. The bikes where nowhere near as cumbersome or clumsy feeling as I was expecting. I could see having all kinds of fun on one of

Re: [RBW] Re: That Pugsley

The Moonlander's footprint is over the top (cool). The Krampus 29er I recently rode was a total blast. -- 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-

[RBW] Re: That Pugsley

I can attest to the fact the Puglsey is more than for just snow; my only mtb bike: On Saturday, May 18, 2013 6:40:11 AM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote: > > Sorry, readers, I didn't get a chance to

[RBW] Stan's to Paris-Roubaixs on Ram

I finally got fed up and just installed Stan's (about 1 oz each tube) in Ram's tubes. We'll see how it does. I've also got Tire Savers installed. If the rate of flats (about one a ride) doesn't go down, it's back to the Kojaks. I think you have to check the Stan's after three months or so and repl

[RBW] Re: WTB 57cm Bleriot...

i have a tricked out 56 Rambouillet in green in very nice shape I need to price it and get it cleaned and ready to go. It has an Alpine double and skf bb and noodles VO fluted fenders TRP brake levers fingertip shifters and hemp cord on the chainstay I bought a blue 54 which is not as pretty

[RBW] Re: Stan's to Paris-Roubaixs on Ram

On Saturday, May 18, 2013 9:44:17 AM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote: > > > I think you have to check the Stan's after three months or so and > replenish if it has dried up? > > Probably not a bad idea. In tubeless applications, I generally get at least 6 months before I add more, but I don't have as

Re: [RBW] Re: Stan's to Paris-Roubaixs on Ram

The instructions say 2-7 months depending on climate, which I take to mean that where it's very dry it dries up faster. I'll keep an eye on them. How *does* one discover if the sealant has dried -- besides getting more flats? I'd like to be pro-active. Also, Jim: when yours dries up, do you add m

Re: [RBW] Re: That Pugsley

Damn, another bike to add to the want list. I must try one. On Sat, May 18, 2013 at 10:16 AM, Kellie Stapleton < kellie.staple...@gmail.com> wrote: > I can attest to the fact the Puglsey is more than for just snow; my only > mtb bike: > > >

Re: [RBW] Betty Foy and Red Brooks

Ha ha ha ha !!! On Saturday, May 18, 2013, LeahFoy wrote: > I got it online, so you'll have to be patient! > > -- > 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 > e

[RBW] Re: New long reach TRP Brakes

Yup...me too and they're really comfortable toothe brakes shown are nice...would be even better in silver On Friday, May 17, 2013 9:11:30 PM UTC-5, RoadieRyan wrote: > > Yes TRP is the " high zoot" brand for Tektro I bought some of their funky > drilled brake levers recently and love the l

[RBW] OT Maybe? Riding the Erie Canal

Ok so does me saying we are planning to ride the Erie Canal on Rivendel's make it on topic? :) Anyway, if you live in New York and want tourist dollars. May I suggest getting some shuttle service companies between Buffalo and Albany. After days of searching we've been unable to to hire an

[RBW] Re: Logo removal

We have a winner! :) On Saturday, May 18, 2013 8:24:52 AM UTC-7, grant wrote: > Gets my vote as "Best Answer." > > On Saturday, May 18, 2013 6:15:37 AM UTC-7, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery > wrote: >> >> Twine and shellac it. >> >> On Saturday, May 18, 2013 6:36:05 AM UTC-5, Joe Bernard wrote: >>

Re: [RBW] Re: Stan's to Paris-Roubaixs on Ram

Well, no flat on the 16.5 mile rt grocery/PO run today -- return half carrying 42 lb in the rear. Question: I figger that the rider weight equivalent of a 42 lb addition to the rear rack is equivalent, assuming a 60/40 r/f weight distribution, to a 245 lb rider. Would a 245 lb rider be chancing th

Re: [RBW] Re: Stan's to Paris-Roubaixs on Ram

I run stans in all my tubes here in CO for the same goathead nemesis. My experience has been that I will get about 6-8 months out of each tube before they stop sealing. At that point the little latex bits have clumped together into a space-spore looking thing and will either just tumble around

Re: [RBW] Re: Stan's to Paris-Roubaixs on Ram

On Sat, 2013-05-18 at 13:57 -0600, PATRICK MOORE wrote: > Well, no flat on the 16.5 mile rt grocery/PO run today -- return half > carrying 42 lb in the rear. > > > Question: I figger that the rider weight equivalent of a 42 lb > addition to the rear rack is equivalent, assuming a 60/40 r/f weig

Re: [RBW] Re: Stan's to Paris-Roubaixs on Ram

On Sat, 2013-05-18 at 11:16 -0600, PATRICK MOORE wrote: > > How *does* one discover if the sealant has dried -- besides getting > more flats? I'd like to be pro-active. Do you actually have to go out of your way to pro-actively encourage flats on the Parigi-Roubaix tires? If so, you might try f

[RBW] Re: OT Maybe? Riding the Erie Canal

Kelly: I have no idea of your origin & destination points but an oft over-looked option is one way cars. Between major airports, it's often possible to book a one way car at a reasonable price (i.e., NOT huge drop-off fees). You have to book well ahead of time, and shop several agencies. Y

Re: [RBW] Re: Stan's to Paris-Roubaixs on Ram

[Don't know your name]: your link requires registration. Can you attach the photo, or give a non-restricted link? I'd like to see what Stan's looks like after 6 mos. Also: how do you know when it is time to replace the tube/Stan's? Do you go only by time? Thanks! On Sat, May 18, 2013 at 2:21 PM,

Re: [RBW] Re: Stan's to Paris-Roubaixs on Ram

Sorry...wasnt sure if it would link. I stuck it on flickr. As for knowing when...you'll get a flat and it will refuse to seal. I'll remove thorns etc, shake the wheel around to coat the tube and try airing it up...if

Re: [RBW] Re: Stan's to Paris-Roubaixs on Ram

Excellent, many thanks. I'll archive this for future reference. The photo of the Stan's Monster scared and upset me. I calmed and reassured myself by looking at the St. Stefanus photo. On Sat, May 18, 2013 at 3:17 PM, jinxed wrote: > Sorry...wasnt sure if it would link. I stuck it on > flick

Re: [RBW] Re: Stan's to Paris-Roubaixs on Ram

Good to know -- I remember now that Steve = approx. 1.43 of me. We'll see how the Stan's does. On Sat, May 18, 2013 at 2:23 PM, Steve Palincsar wrote: > On Sat, 2013-05-18 at 13:57 -0600, PATRICK MOORE wrote: > > Well, no flat on the 16.5 mile rt grocery/PO run today -- return half > > carrying

Re: [RBW] Betty Foy and Red Brooks

Awesome..gonna need pics when it arrives...my wife recently got her hands on a Betty Foy and she is really anxious to see your photos -- 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 f

[RBW] Re: OT Maybe? Riding the Erie Canal

or a one way passenger van and Uhaul truck to carry bikes and gear. Been there and done that. ~mike > -- 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] Re: WTB 57cm Bleriot...

Hi Bo. Thank you for the offer but I think I will hold out for the Bleriot. Mike. -- 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+unsub

Re: [RBW] Re: That Pugsley

I'm glad someone else brought this up, because I sure as hell wasn't going to out myself! When the fat bikes came out I thought "what a truly ridiculous idea". Since then, I've seen all sorts of cool adventures on youtube (find the guys who fatbiked/kayaked in Alaska!) and have moved to a pl

[RBW] Strange happenings out there

My wife had to go out of town for the week. Bored, I decided that I would spend the day riding my Hillborne and then visit a few local bike shops and see what's selling out there these days. I haven't really been to many bike shops in the last couple of years (Rivendell has been my "go-to" place

Re: [RBW] Re: That Pugsley

Since I rarely ride snow, I would now get the *Krampus* (Surly), a 29"er+ instead of a Pugs, but they just came out with them recently. On Saturday, May 18, 2013 11:42:12 AM UTC-7, Tonester wrote: > > I'm glad someone else brought this up, because I sure as hell wasn't going > to out myself! W

[RBW] Re: Strange happenings out there

This is an exercise in futility. It's sort of like going to Walmart to buy USA made goods. It's possible, but you'll be searching long and hard and your selection will be extremely limited. The reality is, many of the big manufacturers DID stop making steel bikes a long time ago. Aluminum has c

[RBW] Strange happenings out there

There are still places where the practical side of bicycling has a place, and here in Seattle we're lucky to be one of those places. We have a for-real Rivendell dealer (Free Range Cycles) that also carries Surly, Rawland, and VO. There's also 2020 who have awesome used stuff and a great "do wha

Re: [RBW] Strange happenings out there

The market has changed dramatically, at least in more sophisticated (read: high bicycle use) markets. Here in ABQ, there are many stores that sell Surleys and Salsas and doubtless Somas, and other makers of steel or, at least, well designed everyday bikes are popping up all the time. You have a wid

[RBW] Re: Strange happenings out there

I just finished a 73 mile on my Roadeo. Maybe I could go faster on a few short steep hills, but my rides are not about comparing my performance to someone else or some group. I just want to be fit enough to enjoy my rides. This mentality doesn't fit in with the carbon-race bike marketing BS. I a

[RBW] Re: Strange happenings out there

Peter: As sad as that state of affairs may seem, it's pretty typical of what to expect in Southern California. I wonder how many sales are lost because people decide they don't want to ride a twitchy bike all hunched over. They just want to ride something fun (maybe more fun than a beach crui

[RBW] Re: Strange happenings out there

DougP...My thoughts exactly...it was sad to be there and see it all happen. I just let them go on and on ( think I was a little stunned). Thank God for places like Rivendell, Hiawatha, Mtn Sports and the handful of caring shops who dare to buck the system (I know I'm missing a bunch)... -- You

[RBW] Re: Strange happenings out there

DonI'm saving for a Rodeocan't wait...(smiling like a child waiting on Christmas)) -- 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+

Re: [RBW] Re: Strange happenings out there

Let's not let this discussion degenerate into a "us/them", carbon fiber/steel" jeremaid -- as fun as such things are. And let's make some basic distinctions. It's not carbon fiber that is bad; it may not even be carbon fiber racing bikes that are bad. Just because those who buy Cervelos and so fort

[RBW] Re: Strange happenings out there

Peter, I don't tour or carry much, but the ability to use any size tire and the long chainstays makes the Roadeo just a great bike for me. My friends with their Carbon creations look at me cross-eyed, but I just really enjoy riding the bike. Its like my car, a late model Mini Cooper. Its not as

[RBW] Re: Strange happenings out there

The these 30-somethings will tell you everything wrong with "the geometry" of the bikes we want. Last shop I was in he was selling one of those race bikes to a 50-something, and it will end up a $1500 garage decoration, because you know the guy won't be able to ride that way without cervical s

Re: [RBW] Re: Strange happenings out there

Patrick, It's not about carbon vs. steel. It's about design and geometry. The only carbon bike that I have seen that looks good to me is the Calfee Adventure Bike. And, if I were to drop some cash on a new frameset, I would seriously consider that Calfee. But, it's hard to pull me from my nostal

[RBW] Re: Strange happenings out there

actually there is a good shop in So Cal. Pacific Coast Cycles in Oceanside sells steel bikes, has panniers in the window and the owner know is stuff. He sells Surly and Salsa along with other brands. Luckily this is close to my home so it's the only real shop I actually go to. ~mike Carlsbad

[RBW] Campy Only!: Lee Mitchell Update

Great news for friends of Lee Mitchell: http://campyonlyguy.blogspot.com/2013/05/lee-mitchell-update.html --Eric campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com www.wheelsnorth.org Blog: http://campyonlyguy.blogspot.com Twitter: @campyonlyguy -- You received this message because you are subscribed to th

[RBW] Re: Strange happenings out there

As the retail bike buyer moves up beyond entry level comfort bikes, s/he is going to be coaxed toward a race bike with 700x23 rubber or a full-on MTB. Nothing wrong with those, but it's too bad that other options aren't readily available in most shops. Surly would seem to be the gateway drug for

[RBW] Re: Seattle vs Portland Country Bike Rumble - June 1st

Andy,the Randle area is beautiful and Alder is my old high school stomping grounds I live maybe 20 miles from Alder lake and the road toward the Morton, Randle, Packwood area is pretty nice..quite a bit of forest land. Morton is approximately 107 miles from Portland and about 90 from Seattl

[RBW] Re: Strange happenings out there

I can't vouch for specific bike shops here in the N. CA. Bay Area because I don't spend much time in them, but the cycling diversity here is much better than it was 10-15 years ago. Along with the carbon wonder racers and motorcycles without motors, we have a plethora of commuters, cargo bikes,

Re: [RBW] Re: That Pugsley

All the Surly FBs have rear-facing track ends, which I don't like at all. Only downside of an otherwise very cool bike. Looking at the Salsa Mukluk just because of the drop outs, although it's Al alloy which is not my preference. But yeah, the Krampus looks awesome! Cheers, David On Sat, May 18