[RBW] 60cm Wilbury on the Bay - Original Rivendell Mixte

2013-10-11 Thread Charlie
This is my second attempt to post this - first attempt did not show up - might have used an incorrect Google ID. In any event, there is a beautiful red original mixte with good equipment on the Bay. These don't show up that often. Have no association with seller. Charlie Apologies if this m

[RBW] Sweater/Top recomendation

2013-10-11 Thread NWAJack
So I live in Arkansas as opposed to MN :), and I'm looking for a good winter shirt/sweater. Basically I want somthing I can wear riding, fishing, and hiking in 40-60 degree weather that could also be worn for "general use". Too often now I end up with just a cotton sweatshirt or something an

[RBW] Re: 60cm Wilbury on the Bay - Original Rivendell Mixte

2013-10-11 Thread Deacon Patrick
Welcome, Charlie. Sounds like you just joined the list? If so, your initial post's are moderated, which explains it not showing up. Good looking Wilbury. Links fly all the time. Here you go: http://www.ebay.com/itm/rivendell-wilbury-mixte-touring-bicycle-custom-build-/28118414?pt=US_Bicycle

Re: [RBW] Re: Stolen Romulus In Sacramento?

2013-10-11 Thread James Warren
I never pass up a Latin lesson from Virgil. Sent from my iPhone On Oct 10, 2013, at 9:59 PM, Tom Virgil wrote: > If you are using Romulus as second declension, accusative, that would be > Romulos. > > Man, I am still suffering from being taught by the Jesuits. > > On Thursday, October 10, 20

[RBW] Re: Sweater/Top recomendation

2013-10-11 Thread Deacon Patrick
Either Woolie is great, depending on how warm blooded you are and if you're sitting around or moving. The key is to have layering options so you can easily adjust as needed. The sweater will be warmer though neither will stop the wind. You may want a nylon shell for that if you need it. With ab

[RBW] Re: Sweater/Top recomendation

2013-10-11 Thread NWAJack
Does the rollyneck one tend to run tight on the neck? I think that would bug me, but not sure I like the patches on the military looking one..choices choices... :) On Friday, October 11, 2013 7:27:43 AM UTC-5, NWAJack wrote: > So I live in Arkansas as opposed to MN :), and I'm looking fo

[RBW] Classic Bicycles Calendar

2013-10-11 Thread Jan Heine
After the success of last year's *Classic Bicycles* Calendar – our stocks sold out within a single day! – we teamed up with Rizzoli again to bring you a *2014 Calendar of Classic Bicycles*. Once again, it features beautiful studio photographs of an eclectic selection of wonderful machines. The

Re: [RBW] Re: 60cm Wilbury on the Bay - Original Rivendell Mixte

2013-10-11 Thread cyclotourist
I have my eye on it... for sale just down the road from me. I've wanted a Riv mixte for quite a while, hoping it doesn't go too high. On 10/11/13, Deacon Patrick wrote: > Welcome, Charlie. Sounds like you just joined the list? If so, your initial > > post's are moderated, which explains it not sh

[RBW] Re: 60cm Wilbury on the Bay - Original Rivendell Mixte

2013-10-11 Thread Montclair BobbyB
Oh, that is nice... On Friday, October 11, 2013 6:40:40 AM UTC-4, Charlie wrote: > > This is my second attempt to post this - first attempt did not show up - > might have used an incorrect Google ID. > > In any event, there is a beautiful red original mixte with good equipment > on the Bay. Th

[RBW] Re: About to start experimenting with centerpulls

2013-10-11 Thread Montclair BobbyB
*"Experimenting with Centerpulls, you say?"*... Careful, some regard centerpulls as a "gateway" brake... leading to heavier stuff, like drum and eventually hydraulic brakes... Don't go there, friend... I'm living it, and have been trying to get clean for years... it's a dark place. Just say

Re: [RBW] Re: About to start experimenting with centerpulls

2013-10-11 Thread Peter Morgano
Haha. In all seriousness though I always found centerpulls the most aesthetically pleasing, being a C&V guy for a while but also found no real difference in stopping. They did give a bit more clearance to run Hetres on my AHH, however. On Oct 11, 2013 10:29 AM, "Montclair BobbyB" wrote: > *"Exper

[RBW] Re: Sweater/Top recomendation

2013-10-11 Thread Deacon Patrick
I can't speak to the roll polly one, but love my Sargent sweaters. Elbow patches make them last a lot longer for me. With abandon, Patrick On Friday, October 11, 2013 7:31:29 AM UTC-6, NWAJack wrote: > > Does the rollyneck one tend to run tight on the neck? I think that would > bug me, but no

[RBW] The Mysteries of Bike Assembly

2013-10-11 Thread Michael Hechmer
Since retiring I found that my Trek 620 commuter wasn't seeing much use, and after I bought a Saluki on this list I pretty much stopped riding it all together. I tried selling it but no one made me a decent offer and I liked the ride too much to just give it away. When someone offered a good s

[RBW] Re: Sweater/Top recomendation

2013-10-11 Thread Andy Smitty Schmidt
My favorite cool weather "sweater" (or equivalent) is a fine thread + tightly woven Pendleton button up. It blocks the wind better than either the sweaters or shirts from Riv. I own/wear a WollyWarm vest sometimes. I also have an Ausie Wool zip-neck that I love and wear frequently. If I were st

[RBW] Re: Off-pavement riding

2013-10-11 Thread numbnuts
On Wednesday, October 9, 2013 10:33:50 AM UTC-7, ayjaydee wrote: > > What are your thoughts on this sudden "discovery" of the pleasures of > off-pavement riding by the gravel specific bike manufacturers. It seems to > me that they feel they have invented a whole new form of bicycle activity. >

Re: [RBW] Classic Bicycles Calendar

2013-10-11 Thread Tim Gavin
But even Greg's "Gitane" and the Colnago are both lugged steel, i presume? On Fri, Oct 11, 2013 at 8:53 AM, Jan Heine wrote: > After the success of last year's *Classic Bicycles* Calendar – our stocks > sold out within a single day! – we teamed up with Rizzoli again to bring > you a *2014 Calen

[RBW] About to start experimenting with centerpulls

2013-10-11 Thread RoadieRyan
Bill, my first reaction to the diacompe rack was also - it's so tiny it's cute. Ended up using it as a basket support on my sister-in-laws bike. I have been refurbishing old 10 speeds for the last few years and have found center pulls as good or better than side pulls. Ryan S -- You received

Re: [RBW] Re: 50mm tires

2013-10-11 Thread Mike Schiller
I used the Ritchey Speedmax Beta on my lugged Stumpjumper. Rolls well on pavement and off road. http://ritcheylogic.com/mountain/tires/speedmax-beta-mountain-tire.html I had the 40mm version of the Smart Sams on my Hillborne. Pretty slow on pavement but does well off-road. I think the Big Be

[RBW] Re: 50mm tires

2013-10-11 Thread Deacon Patrick
I love my Schwalbe Duremes (700 x 50 mm) and how smooth they are on paved/packed road yet handle all the single track I've tossed their way well. If I were doing a trip that involved a lot of mud or sand, I'd likely want a fat bike. But no flats in the 18 months I've used them. They're disconti

[RBW] Sunrise Report, 10/11/13

2013-10-11 Thread Christopher Chen
Nice date, that. Started at Rincon Park, at the base of the Bay Bridge. Realized that it being dark, it would be kind of hard to find anyone that actually showed up unless they already knew my cell phone or email address. Two folks joined at the Ferry Terminal, as we rode along the waterfront trai

[RBW] Re: About to start experimenting with centerpulls

2013-10-11 Thread brian tester
Howdy folks. Speaking as a Rivendell Bicycle Works mechanic, I can offer a couple of tidbits about brake stuff that may help out here: It's one thing to compare brakes to brakes -- Silver sidepulls to Paul Racers, for an easy example -- but it's another thing to compare brake *set-ups* from bik

Re: [RBW] Off-pavement riding

2013-10-11 Thread Steven Frederick
Tut, nothing really exists until it's been successfully marketed, accessorized and niche'd. B-) Steve On Wed, Oct 9, 2013 at 1:33 PM, ayjaydee wrote: > What are your thoughts on this sudden "discovery" of the pleasures of > off-pavement riding by the gravel specific bike manufacturers. It see

[RBW] Re: About to start experimenting with centerpulls

2013-10-11 Thread Bill Lindsay
Brian nailed it. On Friday, October 11, 2013 10:43:28 AM UTC-7, brian tester wrote: > > Howdy folks. Speaking as a Rivendell Bicycle Works mechanic, I can offer a > couple of tidbits about brake stuff that may help out here: > > It's one thing to compare brakes to brakes -- Silver sidepulls to

Re: [RBW] Re: About to start experimenting with centerpulls

2013-10-11 Thread Patrick Moore
Spoken like a true professional. Someone should write up a "Rivendell's Way To Canti/V/Centerpull/Single Pivot/Dual Pivot Happiness." The IRDs on the Sam that Riv set up were the best brakes I've used, bar none, and I've used most of them. Speak more to us about housing: quality, lubrication (what

Re: [RBW] Re: 50mm tires

2013-10-11 Thread Hugh Smitham
Mike, I'm going to go with the Big Ben's for AR riding and Smart Sam's or Furious Fred's for single track. Thanks for the input. -Hugh On Oct 11, 2013 9:26 AM, "Mike Schiller" wrote: > I used the Ritchey Speedmax Beta on my lugged Stumpjumper. Rolls well on > pavement and off road. > http://rit

Re: [RBW] Re: 50mm tires

2013-10-11 Thread Patrick Moore
Hugh: a word of warning about the Furious Freds. They are wonderful tires, with sealant, and are probably the best "all rounder-type riding" tires, at least for my taste -- wide, soft, light, fast, more dirt than pavement. But they are veruy thin and for rocks and roots I'd suggest something beefie

Re: [RBW] Re: 50mm tires

2013-10-11 Thread Hugh Smitham
Patrick, Don't know but I thought I saw Duremes tandem's on Schwalbe's web site? Don't know if those work for you. And great feedback on your tires. Are you going to grab those Supreme's on the list. At least that's what I thought they were. I'm mobile at the moment so my accuracy is questionable

[RBW] Re: 60cm Wilbury on the Bay - Original Rivendell Mixte

2013-10-11 Thread Bill Lindsay
GAH! WANT!! ##makes grabby hands## what was the BuyItNow price? On Friday, October 11, 2013 7:10:05 AM UTC-7, Montclair BobbyB wrote: > > Oh, that is nice... > > On Friday, October 11, 2013 6:40:40 AM UTC-4, Charlie wrote: >> >> This is my second attempt to post this - first attempt did no

Re: [RBW] Re: 60cm Wilbury on the Bay - Original Rivendell Mixte

2013-10-11 Thread Peter Morgano
I swear I think it was 2k, I was putting out feelers at home but I have an offer in on a house and was told a firm no... Ah well, Someone is gonna get a sweet ride. On Oct 11, 2013 3:18 PM, "Bill Lindsay" wrote: > GAH! WANT!! > > ##makes grabby hands## > > what was the BuyItNow price? > > On Fri

[RBW] Re: 50mm tires

2013-10-11 Thread Shoji Takahashi
Hi Hugh, I've been riding Big Bens on my Hunqapillar (48cm takes 26" wheels) for the past several months, and probably ridden ~1,000 miles. I got them from Riv, mounted to Aeroheat rims, and they measure just over 52mm now. You can find picks on the Flickr group. I mainly ride them on the pot-h

[RBW] Re: My Nitto S-83 doesnt fit Brooks rails

2013-10-11 Thread jphillip...@me.com
I've had this trouble w/ a couple of Brooks saddles. If you remove the seat post and hold it in your lap or on a table, it is a bit easier to slowly tighten the bolt and gently force the rails to fit the seat post. I tighten the seat post bolt first in the middle, and then at both ends of the

Re: [RBW] Speaking of Off-Pavent Rides... Come to Redlands this Spring!

2013-10-11 Thread Curtis McKenzie
Sounds like a great time. I will clear the date. On Wednesday, October 9, 2013, Jeremy Till wrote: > This sounds amazing! Just might have to take some time off for this > > On Wednesday, October 9, 2013 6:14:19 PM UTC-7, > cyclot...@gmail.comwrote: >> >> Over the years, the SoCal chapter of

[RBW] WTB: Nitto Tallux 70cm stem

2013-10-11 Thread Bruce Smitham
I've got a Nitto Tallux 70mm if you're still looking. In great condition off my Atlantis. I'm going to Dirtdrop. Was thinking of $60. Give me a call if interested 310-968-6910 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

[RBW] 60 cm Red Wilbury - Original Rivendell Mixte - on the Bay

2013-10-11 Thread Charlie R
These don't come up often - looks real good with some nice equipment. Way big for me and not associated in any way other than a huge mixte fan Charlie -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this gr

[RBW] My Nitto S-83 doesnt fit Brooks rails

2013-10-11 Thread dylan alverson
You probably have a post that takes 30 mm rails for Njs saddles -- 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.co

[RBW] Re: 50mm tires

2013-10-11 Thread Chris Lampe 2
Hugh, No problem! The more information we get the better. Congrats on the 56cm Atlantis. Of the production bikes out there, that would be my first choice and if I had a chance to ride one and like it a lot I might even choose it over the custom frameset I plan to have built. The 820 is

[RBW] Re: WTB Moustache Bars

2013-10-11 Thread Ken D
I have a pair of the mustache bars for sale on this list (see the sale tags) for 40 but willing to part with for 30. I've had both bars and each have their advantages - the mustache is definitely the more aggressive bar of the two, but less aggressive than being in the drops on a drop bar. The

[RBW] Re: Schwalbe Raceguard vs. Kevlar guard Big Apple tire performance

2013-10-11 Thread Joe Nelson
I would also like to know. The website says the following which isn't very useful as it doesn't claim one to be more puncture resistant than the other: *Kevlar®Guard* We have improved the well known Kevlar belt. The protective layer is stronger and safer, but, at the same time, now more flexible

Re: [RBW] Re: 50mm tires

2013-10-11 Thread Deacon Patrick
Yes, there are Dureme tandem tires, but they have additional bits to the standard Dureme and I'm not sure I'd like it. So I'm stocking up on another pair offered on this group, which should keep me good for ___ years. With abandon, Patrick On Friday, October 11, 2013 1:12:38 PM UTC-6, hsmitham

Re: [RBW] Re: First Century!

2013-10-11 Thread Steven Frederick
The DZ Nuts that she reviews favorably is my current choice as well. Works just fine for me. (I used Assos for years but a formula change a couple of seasons ago caused a rash reaction that put me right off the stuff. And the saddle for a while...) On Thu, Oct 10, 2013 at 2:10 AM, doc wrote:

[RBW] Re: My Nitto S-83 doesnt fit Brooks rails

2013-10-11 Thread Bill Lindsay
I'm just imagining the wealth of owning at least 3 Titanium railed Brooks saddles. Did you try 3 of 5? 3 of 20? 3 of 36,000? The mountains of wealth! Anyway, like others I run a B17 standard on an S-83, both bought from Riv, no rail width issue. On Wednesday, October 9, 2013 4:47:44 PM

[RBW] Re: 50mm tires

2013-10-11 Thread Mike Schiller
Hugh, I know Patrick loves his FF's but those are seriously lightweight tires made for off road racing on hardpack. Minimal tread and super thin sidewalls + flats and tears. The Big Ben's will cover almost all the riding you will do off road I think. I would get the Supreme's or the new Mar

[RBW] Re: Sweater/Top recomendation

2013-10-11 Thread M D Smith
My all time favorite "sweaters" are the lightest weight (200g/m) zip neck "base layers" from Woolpower. They are out of Sweden, I believe, but there are a few places that sell it on the interwebs. Most of mine were purchased from Granfors Bruks (lately "famous" in these circles for making th

Re: [RBW] Re: 60cm Wilbury on the Bay - Original Rivendell Mixte

2013-10-11 Thread Mattt
I was hoping no one posted it on here to reduce exposure:). I am interested and will be following price. Pretty rare to see this mixte for sale in 60cm. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and st

[RBW] Re: The Mysteries of Bike Assembly

2013-10-11 Thread Tony DeFilippo
Michael, Congrats on your new build! I'm quite fond of the older Trek's myself and converted what I believe to be a 1982 715. I'd considered the Bilenkey S&S, re-paint route as well but I was able to get side pull's that reach the 650B rims. My 42mm EL Hetre's just barely fit, getting the st

[RBW] Re: Sweater/Top recomendation

2013-10-11 Thread ascpgh
Jack: I still have the Patagonia Expedition Weight Capilene zip-T top I bought in NWA at the PR with multi-usefulness in mind (an itchy cheap wool option was only available in olive green). I have s Smartwool merino medium weight jersey knit crew has been my most used piece here in Pittsburgh

Re: [RBW] Re: 60cm Wilbury on the Bay - Original Rivendell Mixte

2013-10-11 Thread Perry
As nice as the bike is, I have to admit that a bike that size with 650b wheels looks odd to my eye. Just a personal thing. • Perry -- 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 fro

Re: [RBW] Re: My Nitto S-83 doesnt fit Brooks rails

2013-10-11 Thread Tim Gavin
Yeah, geez. :) I feel lucky owning 3 lugged steel bikes. On Fri, Oct 11, 2013 at 3:16 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote: > I'm just imagining the wealth of owning at least 3 Titanium railed Brooks > saddles. > > Did you try 3 of 5? 3 of 20? 3 of 36,000? The mountains of wealth! > > Anyway, like o

Re: [RBW] Re: 60cm Wilbury on the Bay - Original Rivendell Mixte

2013-10-11 Thread cyclotourist
Ditto here... although I don't know if I could pull it off, was hoping to not raise to much awareness... :-) My size, local to me... man it's tempting. FYI, original BIN was indeed $2K On 10/11/13, Mattt wrote: > > I was hoping no one posted it on here to reduce exposure:). I am interested > an

Re: [RBW] Speaking of Off-Pavent Rides... Come to Redlands this Spring!

2013-10-11 Thread cyclotourist
>From Diego to Francisco, the saints are going to be well represented! On 10/9/13, Curtis McKenzie wrote: > Sounds like a great time. I will clear the date. > > On Wednesday, October 9, 2013, Jeremy Till wrote: > >> This sounds amazing! Just might have to take some time off for this >> >> On

[RBW] Re: Off pavement riding

2013-10-11 Thread Patrick Moore
Forgot to say, a propos of Stan's: I've been skinting on the amount I put into the 29er tubes; 2 oz instead of the 6 oz or so I hear Stan recommends for tubeless 29er tires. At any rate, today's ride took me through the usual meadows of goatheads, with thorns momentarily embedded before they are th

Re: [RBW] Classic Bicycles Calendar

2013-10-11 Thread Jan Heine
On Friday, October 11, 2013 8:19:58 AM UTC-7, Tim Gavin wrote: > > But even Greg's "Gitane" and the Colnago are both lugged steel, i presume? > > Absolutely! Even the Caminargent is lugged, but made from aluminum. Only the Jo Routens is fillet-brazed... Jan Heine Editor Bicycle Quarterly www.bike

[RBW] Thank you for the photos (AKA vicarious rides)

2013-10-11 Thread Deacon Patrick
I haven't been able to go for a ride the past few days and just browsing through all your photos on Flickr is a wonderful vicarious adventure that helps fill the desire to go and do what I can't right now. Thank you! With abandon, Patrick www.MindYourHeadCoop.org www.OurHolyConception.org --

[RBW] Does anyone want to trade a pair of Ortlieb Packer Pluses for Roller Packers?

2013-10-11 Thread Patrick Moore
Note: Pluses, with the waterproof inside. Mine are used but no tears or scuffs. They are red, and I'd prefer red, but will take black. I simply don't need the waterproofing, just the size and the wide, unencumbered mouth. LMK, offlist, please. Thanks. -- *RESUMES THAT GET YOU NOTICED!* Certifi

[RBW] Thank you for the photos (AKA vicarious rides)

2013-10-11 Thread Manuel Acosta
Ditto. -- 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-bunch@

Re: [RBW] Speaking of Off-Pavent Rides... Come to Redlands this Spring!

2013-10-11 Thread allenmichael
One more from st Francis.. Sounds too good to miss. Michael Allen -- 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

Re: [RBW] Speaking of Off-Pavent Rides... Come to Redlands this Spring!

2013-10-11 Thread cyclotourist
Y'all need to set up a carpool!!! On 10/11/13, allenmichael wrote: > One more from st Francis.. Sounds too good to miss. > > Michael Allen > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To unsubscribe from this group and stop recei

[RBW] RBW cork bar tape work good over gel strips?

2013-10-11 Thread Michael
I have Specialized Bar Phat gel on my Sam Noodles. But the tape is getting worn. How is the Riv cork tape? Wide enough and flexible enough to wrap over bars with gel pads on them? Anyone got pics of their bars with the RBW cork black tape on it? Thanks for any info. -- You received this m

[RBW] Re: The Mysteries of Bike Assembly

2013-10-11 Thread hsmitham
Michael, Very insightful regarding all those points especially the funnel shaped entry point and cable size. I suspect some would say the derailleur cables needs to be a smaller diameter so the cable flexes a bit more especially at the rear with all the curves. I'm just guessing here as I am no

[RBW] Re: Speaking of Off-Pavent Rides... Come to Redlands this Spring!

2013-10-11 Thread hsmitham
The Date is in the Calendar. Looking forward to it. Keep a tent spot open for me as it's a long drive home and I'll be enjoying the post ride activities. ~Hugh Wednesday, October 9, 2013 6:14:19 PM UTC-7, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: > > Over the years, the SoCal chapter of the Rivendell Bicycle

[RBW] Re: My Nitto S-83 doesnt fit Brooks rails

2013-10-11 Thread grant
Over the years (but not in the last ten years) we've gotten back half a dozen Brookses that didn't fit Nittos, and it was never the Nitto, they were always off by low single-digit millimeters, and always fell into place with a little forcing at the beginning. Although I speak their language bet