[RBW] Re: Multiple grand randonnees on a Rivendell.

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Re: [RBW] Re: Sam Takes Flight Ride with an Ostrich...

Great photos btw, Michael. I got out for the 20-mi loop from my neighborhood yesterday. We've had some bad weather here, but my problem for two weeks has been cedar allergies. After the first 10 miles, I had sweated the meds out, and was quick and feeling much better in the second half. But

[RBW] Re: Anyone using the RBW Yokozuna salmon pads?

Hi Michael, I've had the exact opposite results - love these pads on my old center-pull Weinmanns. Are you getting good flat contact on your rims? The down-side to the Yokozuna carriers is they don't have the s

[RBW] Re: Anyone using the RBW Yokozuna salmon pads?

I really like them, I find them a lot more effective in wet weather than either the original Tektro or Koolstop. They feel more solid also, that's what I have always liked about the original Matthauser. Marc On Saturday, February 8, 2014 11:54:30 PM UTC-5, Michael wrote: > > I have had these o

Re: [RBW] another new Nitto rear rack?

Why all the tombstone-hate?! I personally love the thing. In conjunction with my one and only large sackville, life is waaayyy easier mounting the bag itself. The ol' tomb squares the bag up nicely for zip-tying. I know the write up says the leather cut out on the bag and the "tombstone" on

[RBW] WTB/WTT: 48 NOODLE

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[RBW] Re: Best Rainy footwear/boots

Someone tell me about this seal skin, please! On Friday, February 7, 2014 3:19:49 PM UTC-8, Michael Williams wrote: > > Hey all, so we've finally started getting some rain here in the Bay Area. > I like commuting in the rain and have a pretty good poncho setup, but > Ive always used regular

[RBW] Re: Sam Takes Flight Ride with an Ostrich...

> > Tony, > No commuting for a long time now. I don't like riding on salt, and as you know, with the weekly snows its just been a mess. Just want the bike to run good come spring, so I think I will try to stick to the Trails until then. Lots of people ride in the salt and I get conflicting r

[RBW] Re: Sam Takes Flight Ride with an Ostrich...

> > Ron, > Ouch! That sounds bad. I am surprised the allergy meds don't last longer.I would think they would keep circulating in your system even though some residual got sweated out. Is it seasonal, or are you affected year round? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to th

[RBW] Re: Sam Takes Flight Ride with an Ostrich...

Michael, Enjoyed the photograph's. That Emu is amazing. Glad you were able to get out especially after three weeks. I can't stand being off the bike that long. ~Hugh On Saturday, February 8, 2014 4:54:48 PM UTC-8, Michael wrote: > > View the set here: > > http://www.flickr.com/photos/70237737@

[RBW] Re: Rain Ride with My Quickbeam

Eric, Has it been heavy rain or drizzle? Love that QB. ~Hugh On Saturday, February 8, 2014 7:12:29 PM UTC-8, Eric Norris wrote: > > Finally some rain here in Northern California! > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To uns

Re: [RBW] Re: Rain Ride with My Quickbeam

Mostly rain yesterday. Worst part was the wind--mostly in my face all the way on a one-way ride. Also re-learned the lesson that no rain gear will keep you dry. Even with full fenders and a front mud flap that almost drags on the ground, my feet were sloshing within a few miles. Wool socks, tha

Re: [RBW] Re: Sam Takes Flight Ride with an Ostrich...

The salt is definitely a mess, and the wet melty snow/ice/salt mix is even worse. From a frame perspective, I've been pretty good about wiping down the frames and fenders help a ton... I really see no point in staying off the trails from a frame/finish perspective unless the bike is more a collect

[RBW] Re: Anyone using the RBW Yokozuna salmon pads?

First "upgraded" (IMO) the front brake pads to KoolStops. Noticeable improvement. Recently did the same to the rear and noticed even better stopping power. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and s

[RBW] Re: Show me your albatrosses!

For a while now, been using Cinelli gel-cork tape at the "grip" area , but I'll eventually go to the Miesha's Grips chilling in my parts bin. I'd recommend those, or if you want something more squishy, the ESI foam grips - (which are on my Boscos), are pretty solid and sold at most LBSs. https:

[RBW] Re: What do Rivendell Riders use for tandems?

In addition to what Steve has noted there is also an issue of strength. The captain needs to keep the bike upright while the stoker mounts and when at stops like traffic lights, where the pilot puts a foot down while the stoker stays clipped in. This is easy as long as the bike remains perfec

[RBW] Re: Any kindred spirits in Connecticut?

There is potential for an E. Coast tour, if all goes accordingly. My plan is to visit the father in CT (Enfield) this summer ship the bike out there, travel to NYC to see my brother (train), and continue down the coast (bike) to where my family lives in South FL. This is more of a dream than a r

Re: [RBW] Re: Sam Takes Flight Ride with an Ostrich...

On 02/09/2014 12:49 PM, Tony DeFilippo wrote: On drivetrains I've been giving serious thought to trying to go 8 speed across the board, my bikes, wife's bikes... I've got 10 and 9 speed right now and having the different chain/chainring/cassette standards bothers my sensibilities (completely

[RBW] Re: What do Rivendell Riders use for tandems?

Fair enough, but I think the notion of sufficiency is relevant here. One being stronger doesn't necessarily mean the other is not strong enough. The same goes for experience. See http://www.gtgtandems.com/tech/femcaptain.html for an alternative view. ted On Sunday, February 9, 2014 10:20:39 AM

[RBW] Re: Anyone using the RBW Yokozuna salmon pads?

Yes, they are on my wife's Atlantis, and work well. She doesn't have a strong grip and these improved the braking quite a bit. dougP On Saturday, February 8, 2014 8:54:30 PM UTC-8, Michael wrote: > > I have had these on for about 100 miles now and they seem worse at > stopping the bike than th

[RBW] Re: Loving Tributes to Betty Foy

Maybe bike models are like celebrities in that they get more attention when they are gone? For instance, a few years back we had a long thread about whether or not the Rambouillet was the "best Rivendell", and it had been out of production for some time. So your inquiry about Betty may trigger

[RBW] Re: Anyone using the RBW Yokozuna salmon pads?

On Sunday, February 9, 2014 9:57:33 AM UTC-8, Coconutbill wrote: > > First "upgraded" (IMO) the front brake pads to KoolStops. Noticeable > improvement. > Recently did the same to the rear and noticed even better stopping power. > Are these yokozuna the same as the koostop salmon pads? Both are

[RBW] Re: Anyone using the RBW Yokozuna salmon pads?

> > I have been setting up my own brakes for a while now, and never had probs > with stock, or Kool Stops. > If they don't brake in soon, (ha ha) I may try Kool Stops. I might run a little sandpaper over them first to refresh the pad surface. I'll double check the alignment and everything, too.

[RBW] Re: Sam Takes Flight Ride with an Ostrich...

> > I am really happy with my 9-speed stock cassette on my Sam. > Gears are close enough that they get me the relief I need without going too far. And the friction shifting works great. I have a 10 speed on the Bleriot that has been harder to shift. I would like to try 8 sometime. I think 7 the

[RBW] Re: Anyone using the RBW Yokozuna salmon pads?

I believe the salmon compound on Kool Stop or Yokozuna is the same as the original Matthauser. On Sunday, February 9, 2014 4:21:01 PM UTC-6, Brewster Fong wrote: > > > > On Sunday, February 9, 2014 9:57:33 AM UTC-8, Coconutbill wrote: >> >> First "upgraded" (IMO) the front brake pads to KoolSto

[RBW] Re: Anyone using the RBW Yokozuna salmon pads?

Thanks! It is interesting that yokozuna chooses to copy the kool stop salmon pad. Perhaps yokozuna purchases them from koolstop? What I really like about yokozuna are their cables! One of the local LBSs sells single strands of yokozuna der cables for $3. That's the best deal around for a very w

[RBW] Re: Sam Takes Flight Ride with an Ostrich...

Hi Michael, No mountain cedar is a winter thing - they "pop" - literally with sound - and spread their pollen with winter cold fronts. It doesn't hit me until its really heavy. It's almost over, but the pollen hangs around as dust and tires kick it up. I rode again today and the ride was gre

[RBW] Re: Best Rainy footwear/boots

My Sunday paper comes in a long thin plastic bag that fits snugly over my MTB shoes. I've saved enough to have a nice supply. A couple of rubber bands holds the top and loose parts in check. I can easily snap in and out of SPD pedals without fooling with cutting holes in the sole part. Wo

[RBW] Re: Yes, another winter For Sale post: Carradice, Carradice-esque, Exustar touring shoes, Ibex wool bike shorts, frame pump.

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Re: [RBW] Re: SoCal February S240 poll.

So here we are the 9th of February already and before we know it we'll be buying candy and flowers for our loved one's...and then there's the notion of an S240 at the end of the month. I'm bumping it one last time to see if there's any interest. The idea was to do a ramble overnight out Ojai way..

[RBW] Re: FS: 60 cm SimpleOne complete bike

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[RBW] Re: Show me your albatrosses!

I use Ergon GPI Biokork grips because I need a wider platform to protect my joints: http://www.ergon-bike.com/us/en/product/gp1-biokork I get the look and feel of cork with a little extra cushioning. My wrists don't hurt at all anymore since getting these. On Saturday, February 8, 2014 8:00:38

[RBW] Re: Loving Tributes to Betty Foy

I hope so, doug. I was looking at photos of the Cheviot on the Blug last night thinking as nice as it is, it doesn't make my heart flutter the way my Betty Foy does. Even though it took years to save up for it, I'm glad I got one when I did. On Sunday, February 9, 2014 12:40:47 PM UTC-8, dougP