[RBW] WTB: Soma Supple Vitesse 700x28

Looking for one or more tires in decent condition. Got any that are new, new-ish, or lightly used? --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

Re: [RBW] Silver2 cranks!

The crack on Campy Record/Super Record spiders was the result of the very sharp edge at that location. A common fix back in the day was a few minutes’ work with a round file to take the edge off that part of the crankset. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.co

Re: [RBW] Riv's new handlebar bag

My biggest issue with handlebar bags of this type is that most designs have a tendency to sway forward and back and rely on complicated (and, IMHO ugly) systems of cords or straps lashed to the frame or handlebars to prevent sway. I have a Velo Orange handlebar bag collecting dust in my closet

Re: [RBW] Advantages of triple drivetrains (VO post)

I have a triple on just one bike (Soma Saga). My main problem is that when I’m in the smallest chainring I am moving so slowly that it’s hard to stay upright. On the very steep inclines that necessitate the small cog, I find it easier to just get off and walk the bike up the hill (something we u

[RBW] Grant's Mountain Today

Mt. Diablo, on a cold morning today, peeking out from under the clouds. Rain is coming tomorrow, but today was just cold and cloudy. Shot on film with a Pentax camera on Kodak film. Processed and scanned at home.  --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/Camp

Re: [RBW] Grant's Mountain Today

That could be fun! Here’s another view, this time from the air:  --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Jan 13, 2024, at 6:33 AM, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > Nice shot Eric > > I was thinking about your shots these last couple of months bec

[RBW] Seattle to Portland 2024

I’m signed up for the annual Seattle to Portland ride this year—I’ll be celebrating retiring the week before the ride. I’ll be doing STP as a two-day ride, with an overnight stop in Centralia. Anybody else planning on being there? --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube:

Re: [RBW] WTB: Fork Crown Headlight Bracket

Kim: Reading your email prompted me to try a Google image search of the French part, which turned up several places that sell them, including Berthoud Cycles. Interestingly (as you point out) they are all overseas. Anyway, I now have leads to track down! Thanks so much! --Eric Norris campyonly

Re: [RBW] WTB: Fork Crown Headlight Bracket

White wrote:Any chance this might work?On Thu, Feb 1, 2024 at 5:14 PM 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch <rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com> wrote:The bracket that has bravely held up the headlight on my Quickbeam finally gave up the ghost today. Does anybody have one like it ratt

Re: [RBW] San Francisco Randonneurs 200k ride report

The “Lazy Randonneur” perfectly captures my current level of ambition. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Feb 12, 2024, at 1:32 PM, Brady Smith wrote: > > Lazy randonneuring is smart randonneuring. I have no qualms about going to > th

Re: [RBW] Artsy Pics of Your Riv's

Camera? Lens? People need to know! --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Nov 10, 2022, at 2:37 PM, jamin orrall wrote: > > My blurry Atlantis on Ilford HP5 > > <37490037 2 Medium.jpeg> > > > > -- > You received this message becau

Re: [RBW] Artsy Pics of Your Riv's

Cool! The XA series is great for carrying on the bike. I like the XA4 for the wide angle lens, but they’ll all make nice images. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Nov 10, 2022, at 3:38 PM, jamin orrall wrote: > > <29200037 Large.

Re: [RBW] Artsy Pics of Your Riv's

Not Rivs, but steel and shot on film with a Nikon Nikonos and Ilford HP5:–Eric NOn Nov 10, 2022, at 4:01 PM, Jason wrote:Great photos all around, cheers. Hopping on Paul's b/w Sam theme, here's a shot of my Sam (obscured by some translucent glass doors, but it's there!).JasonOak Park, IllinoisOn

Re: [RBW] $35 Carradice bags sale

PM send on the Super C. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Nov 15, 2022, at 9:28 AM, Ed Felker wrote: > > I have a set of gently-used Carradice bags for sale. Shipping to USA > addresses only, at actual cost or $15, whichever is lower

Re: [RBW] A Few Thoughts About FS posts

I can’t imagine that carbon fiber racing bikes would be very popular on this list. Anybody who knows this audience even a little will stick to FS posts that readers here will respond to. I don’t predict a flood of ads for un-Rivendellish stuff. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnl

Re: [RBW] Knee Replacement

A good friend has had both her knees repaired. She reports fairly brief recovery periods, and she went to a successful randonneuring career afterwards. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Nov 19, 2022, at 6:04 AM, Richard Borneman wrote

Re: [RBW] FS- Large Hubbuhhubbuh tandem, $1800.

Might be worth mentioning that I have a child stoker kit that adds a kid-accessible crankset to a standard tandem. If anybody needs more info, email me directly. It’s been gathering dust since my kids were 4 feet tall, which has been a while. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyG

Re: [RBW] Heron Poster

Heron poster SOLD and on its way to a new home! --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Dec 12, 2022, at 9:39 AM, Eliot B wrote: > > I’ll take it. > > On Monday, December 12, 2022 at 8:27:37 AM UTC-8 campyo...@me.com wrote: >> How about $3

Re: [RBW] Nivex on a Rivendell?

Readers of this list who also enjoy film cameras will see some parallels between this derailleur and the newly released Leica M6 (or older cameras like the Leica M3, which dates back to 1954 and is still widely sought after and used). Yes, there are innumerable modern cameras that have automated

Re: [RBW] Re: NorCal Cycling

Southern California: Distance expressed in time (Anaheim is 45 minutes from here)Northern California: Distance expressed in miles (Folsom is 12 miles away)And yes, up here the cities have actual edges, where you’re out in the country on the way to the next city.--Eric N, Who Moved From SoCal to Nor

Re: [RBW] Re: NorCal Cycling

denial and enrolled him.On Tue, Dec 20, 2022 at 2:50 PM 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch <rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com> wrote:Southern California: Distance expressed in time (Anaheim is 45 minutes from here)Northern California: Distance expressed in miles (Folsom is 12 mile

Re: [RBW] Flood Season Riding in CA

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Re: [RBW] New build: 1985 Bridgestone MB-2

Price? --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Jan 23, 2023, at 3:17 PM, David Hays <23writ...@gmail.com> wrote: > > Beautiful build! > > David Hays > >> On Jan 23, 2023, at 6:08 PM, Eric Marth > > wrote: >> >>

Re: [RBW] Plush old 531 steel frames (was being precious)

The mount I added to the Singer is this one: https://www.amazon.com/Elite-0123301-Clamps-Bottle-25mm-70mm/dp/B00OS6HKIM/ref=asc_df_B00OS6HKIM/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=241987970787&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=8490519446908074857&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=10142

Re: [RBW] Two wheelsets - Phil track, Son / Ultegra touring

Obviously, those tires need to be used before Labor Day. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Jun 28, 2023, at 1:42 PM, Will Boericke wrote: > > Apologies for iBob crosspost, but need a home for these > > I have two wheelsets that need

Re: [RBW] Cushioning Saddlesack loads

I put a layer of foam “egg crate”-type padding at the bottom of any front-mounted bags that sit on a rack or support. I usually have a camera in the bag, and the padding helps protect them from little bumps and jolts. The padding is about 1 1/2 inches thick, which also helps keep me from carryin

Re: [RBW] Legolas 54 FFHS - back on the market!

Thank God this is too small for me. Legolas is one of my Holy Grail bikes. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Jul 10, 2023, at 2:27 PM, Valerie Yates wrote: > > Hi all. The Legolas is still available. I'm happy to sell it either comple

Re: [RBW] Most Discreet Bell Placement

I’m intrigued by the assortment of items in your handlebar bag. Mobile hairdresser? Dog groomer? Other? Inquiring minds want to know ... --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Jul 12, 2023, at 9:47 AM, Mackenzy Albright > wrote: > > >

Re: [RBW] Most Discreet Bell Placement

Very cool bike … and job! Thanks! --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Jul 12, 2023, at 10:32 AM, Mackenzy Albright > wrote: > > Eric - I am a museum technician. I use my clementine to bring tools do the > different gallery spaces I wo

Re: [RBW] FS/FT: 650B Velocity A23 105 Hubs 32/36 Wheelset w/ Rene Herse Babyshoe Pass Tires

Dazzle Ships! Been listening to that since it was new in 1983. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Jul 17, 2023, at 11:35 AM, exliontamer wrote: > > Good eye! And yes OMD, particularly Architecture & Morality, are incredible. > > On S

Re: [RBW] Northern Hemisphere Summer Riding Photos 2023

I want to be there right now. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Jul 18, 2023, at 8:41 AM, John Rinker wrote: > > Cresting a peak in the Valkyr Range, BC. > > > On Sunday, July 16, 2023 at 3:08:44 AM UTC-7 Ted Durant wrote: >> On Fri

Re: [RBW] Best Riv Rando Bike

I’ve never owned one, but I’ve always thought the Rambouillet would do well as a Rando bike. –Eric NOn Jul 25, 2023, at 5:55 PM, Dick Combs wrote:Looking for thoughts/opinions on best Riv model for randonneuring. Thanks -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Gro

Re: [RBW] Best Riv Rando Bike

I’m a bit of on outlier, but I completed PBP in 2007 on my Quickbeam, which was set up at the time as a fixed gear (since converted to a three-speed IGH). The Quickbeam is pretty comfortable for long rides, and easily accommodates fenders and wide-ish tires. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com In

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell In Paris

The sticker to the left,  “Acier is Real,” is a mashup of French and English for “Steel is Real.”–Eric NOn Aug 18, 2023, at 5:22 PM, JohnS wrote:Thank Eric!La chouette = "the owl" or "very useful word you can use to describe something that you like or you think is nice or cool." Seems most approp

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell In Paris

Friends and I are run I g the drop bag service for American riders this year. So I’m here but not riding. –Eric NOn Aug 18, 2023, at 5:50 PM, Ryan wrote:As the French would know. Eric, are you riding PBP or just on a visit? Inquiring mindsOn Friday, August 18, 2023 at 10:37:57 AM UTC-5 campyo

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell In Paris

Of course!!–Eric NOn Aug 19, 2023, at 6:10 AM, John Rinker wrote:Nice Campyguy! I have put this bike shop on the Riv Rider's Map and I'm wondering if I might add one of your photos to the pin?Cheers,JohnOn Friday, August 18, 2023 at 2:18:20 PM UTC-7 RichS wrote:Nice find Eric. Thank you for posti

Re: [RBW] Babies on bikes

I really don’t want to sound like I’m giving parenting advice, but … way back when my kids were this age, we were advised to 1) put a helmet on them and 2) wait until their neck muscles were strong enough to support both their head and the helmet. We eventually bought a trailer (forget the brand

Re: [RBW] 10/23 BLAGH regarding the Roaduno

As a longtime Quickbeam owner, I’ll add my observation that the brake pad alignment trick with angled dropouts only works with very short brake pads. The longer pads that many of us have on our bikes will tend to extend over the rim and hit the tire when the wheel is moved forward if you’re chan

Re: [RBW] FS - Alex Singer LS wool jersey

PM sent. –Eric NOn Feb 24, 2024, at 9:00 AM, Patrick Moore wrote:Sheesh, I'm very tempted just for the front pockets, but someone just gave me a very nice LS wool jersey. Long ago I did have a retro-production Cycles Wolfe ss wool jersey with front pockets; I think Wolfe was an ancient Belgian te

Re: [RBW] Stainless bottle/ cage recommendation

These have worked well for me. Adjustable fit to keep the bottle firmly in place. https://velo-orange.com/collections/cages/products/mojave-cage Mojave Water Bottle Cage velo-orange.com --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Feb 25, 202

[RBW] Re: Grant’s Mountain

Meant to say “Great” day! –Eric N > On Mar 8, 2024, at 1:12 PM, Eric Norris wrote: > > Grassy day today to be up on Grant’s Mountain(aka Mt Diablo). Unlimited > visibility in all directions. > > > –Eric N > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RB

[RBW] WTB: Soma Supple Vitesse

Apparently, Soma has discontinued their Supple Vitesse tires. So … anybody have some 700x28 size that you can part with? Lightly used is OK (or new). Reply to me off-list: campyonly...@me.com Thanks! --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: Yo

Re: [RBW] Re: Grant’s Mointain

It’s been a while since I’ve ridden up either, but as I recall Mt Hamilton is by far the longer climb, but Mt Diablo has steeper sections. The last bit to the top of Diablo is quite steep. –Eric NOn Apr 12, 2024, at 8:11 AM, George Schick wrote:For those of you living in the Bay Area, which is th

Re: [RBW] Re: Grant’s Mointain

Mix is scary steep. Going downhill is nerve wracking, and requires frequent stops to cool off overheated brakes. –Eric NOn Apr 12, 2024, at 3:10 PM, Collin A wrote:We talking pavement or dirt?I think pavement the steepest/longest is out in vacaville - Mix Canyon Road is about 2500 ft in 5 miles f

[RBW] Grant's Mountain

Not taken today—I shot this in 2018 while flying home for a work trip to Southern California. Grant’s Mountain here looks more like Mt Doom than Mt Diablo.  >From the (perhaps) upcoming folio, 鬼山36景 (36 Views of Mt Diablo). --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTu

Re: [RBW] Cockpit bag/cup holder

This one: https://www.revelatedesigns.com/index.cfm/store.catalog/Cockpit/MountainFeedbag --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Apr 29, 2024, at 1:46 PM, James wrote: > > What is the best cockpit cup holder ya'll have explored and used?

Re: [RBW] Upright / Relaxed / Swept-Back - Style of Riding

Quick thought regarding drop bars in response to LuckTurnip: Almost all of my bikes have drop bars. I have one bike with Soma’s “Oxford” bars (a milder version of theAlbatross?) and a Brompton with a straight handlebar to which I added forward-facing grip extensions. On my bikes with drop bars,

Re: [RBW] El Rio Grande

Here in the dead flat Sacramento Valley, we call wind a “simulated hill." --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On May 9, 2024, at 2:43 PM, Bernard Duhon wrote: > > I feel your pain. The wind here has been steady 20 miles an hour off the Gul

Re: [RBW] getting bugs off paint

Have you tried Goo Gone? There are also specific bug-removal products available at your local auto parts store, Walmart, etc. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On May 14, 2024, at 8:52 AM, Eric Floden wrote: > > Last summer, two roof-mo

Re: [RBW] Sugino XD2 Crank Arms 175mm

I have the rings and bolts if anybody needs them. Make me an offer. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On May 20, 2024, at 1:26 PM, J Imler wrote: > > Image from Wayback Machine. > > Arms only, no rings or bolts. PM for actual photos. $

Re: [RBW] Cameras On Bikes

I use the same type of insert and have never had a problem with a camera that I’ve carried. The padded inserts also have the side benefit of making it harder to carry a bunch of useless stuff in the bag. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy

Re: [RBW] film photos on bike rides

Stephen: I post a lot of photos I’ve taken on rides. Check out my Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/campyonlyguy I’m also building up the cameras-and-bikes content on my YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/campyonlyguy I started taking photos on rides in the early 80s, before digital camer

[RBW] Hwy 1 Closures

Does anyone know if it’s currently possible to ride as far as the village of Big Sur? Or to Nepenthe? Thanks! —Eric N -- 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

Re: [RBW] Hwy 1 Closures

Exactly. I’m hoping to ride to at least to the village sometime in June, and bikes can often go where cars can’t. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Jun 5, 2024, at 7:45 AM, bo richardson wrote: > > But" closed to car traffic" is not

Re: [RBW] California bike route advice - Lompoc to Santa Barbara

Not lately, but I’ve ridden that same route many times. I love it. Leaving Lompoc on San Julian Road, there’s about 20 miles of gentle uphill, followed by a great downhill to Gaviota. The coast highway is busy, but the shoulder is wide. I’ve never had a problem. Keep in mind that there are very few

Re: [RBW] Has anybody 650'ed a Riv Road?

My ’97 Riv Road came to me with 650B wheels. I ran 38mm tires on it, which were the widest that would fit between the chainstays. It was fun, but about a year ago I switched it back to 700c wheels, which required different brakes (the long reach brakes needed to work with the 650B wheels didn’t

Re: [RBW] Seat Post Slippage

FWIW, I have been advised in the past that, for standard (alloy, steel) frames and seat posts, you should never have to resort to anti-slip grease. A slipping post is a sign that something is mechanically wrong. In one case, the seat collar on one of my bikes had a small protrusion that was pre

Re: [RBW] FD question

My Alex Singer has 48/32 chainrings, and a Jubilee front derailleur works just fine. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Mar 22, 2023, at 10:23 AM, greenteadrinkers > wrote: > > Considering sourcing a Huret Jubilee Front Derailleur fo

Re: [RBW] FD question

Fun fact: On many Singers, the frame is purpose-built for a specific front derailleur. On mine, half of the derailleur’s clamp was removed and replaced with braze-on fittings. The derailleur bolts to the fitting. This reduces weight and makes the attachment stronger.  But it locks you in to that sp

Re: [RBW] Re: Possibly ISO/WTB single speed Brompton in good condition

Bromptons are one size fits all. –Eric NOn Mar 23, 2023, at 7:59 PM, JAS wrote:Patrick, there are several  Bromptons on the Seattle Craigslist.  I don't know if they are your size.--JoyceOn Thursday, March 23, 2023 at 5:39:49 PM UTC-7 Patrick Moore wrote:Scouting options at this point. Just curio

Re: [RBW] Fun with ChatGPT

Chat GPT: “Write about Twinkies in the style of Grant Petersen: Twinkies, man. They're like these little golden cylinders of pure delight, packed with a sugary sweetness that makes your taste buds dance. They're the ultimate guilty pleasure, a nostalgic indulgence that takes you back to carefre

Re: [RBW] Riv Garage Sale hauls

I’m not an expert on Shimano, but this is clearly from their “Close” line of components. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Apr 6, 2023, at 10:02 AM, Evan E. wrote: > > I found, among other items, this Shimano skewer. Love the satin f

Re: [RBW] San Francisco to Arcata touring recommendations

Here’s a route that I followed from Arcata to SF in 2019. Gorgeous scenery that included the Avenue of the Giants. https://ridewithgps.com/trips/36610339 As noted by others, the best direction to ride the coast is usually north-south, which is what I did. You can do the ride in reverse, of cou

Re: [RBW] Hi y’all - new Sam in town

Daniele: What’s your favorite bike shop(s) in Paris? I’ve been to the Alex Singer shop in Levallois several times, but in the past I have found it difficult to find a good bike shop in Paris proper. As you may know, many Americans will be in Paris in August for the Paris-Brest-Paris event (me

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2023

Yeah, but this bike is in a city where a condo costs $35-million. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Apr 26, 2023, at 8:23 AM, Ryan wrote: > > That's a ridiculous price...parts are nice but nothing special...someone's > cashing in on

Re: [RBW] Has anyone tried Suntect UV shirts

YMMV, but I’ve personally never had trouble getting a sunburn on areas covered by clothing of any type, so I’m a little suspicious of “UV-protectant” clothing. Seems a bit of an oxymoron and more of a marketing device than an actual benefit of the clothing. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Ins

[RBW] WTB: Roly Poly Tires

Anybody have some new or new-ish Roly Poly tires in 700x28 that you don’t need? --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from th

Re: [RBW] WTB: Roly Poly Tires

t, May 20, 2023 at 8:27 PM 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch > <mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com>> wrote: >> Anybody have some new or new-ish Roly Poly tires in 700x28 that you don’t >> need? >> >> --Eric Norris >> campyonly..

Re: [RBW] WTB: Roly Poly Tires

I was going to ask what the difference is. –Eric N > On May 20, 2023, at 6:02 PM, mikel66...@juno.com wrote: > > those are ruffy tuffy not roly poly..i seem to recall a difference > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group.

Re: [RBW] Lightweight chi-chi saddlebag of about 9 liters / 61 ci

I have a Loyal rando bag on one of my Alex Singers. Very nice quality on par with the pricier French bag I have on another bike. I like Loyal’s closures, which are easier to use than the fiddly ones on my French bag. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/Cam

Re: [RBW] Northern Hemisphere Summer Riding Photos 2023

Now I know what “discalced” means! --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Jun 1, 2023, at 7:18 AM, John Dewey wrote: > > Ted, years ago we lived out in the country near Beloit—a ride up to Holy Hill > was always on my early spring schedul

Re: [RBW] Northern Hemisphere Summer Riding Photos 2023

gt; Best / Jock > > On Thu, Jun 1, 2023 at 8:10 AM 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch > <mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com>> wrote: >> Now I know what “discalced” means! >> >> --Eric Norris >> campyonly...@me.com <mailto:campyonly..

[RBW] FS: Handlebar Bag for your Riv

Well, technically it will fit lots of bikes, but … I have a Velo Orange Mini Rando Bag that is in need of a new home. Switched to an Acorn Bag (sold to me by another list member). More info here: https://velo-orange.com/products/mini-rando-handlebar-bag?variant=14971542175793 Excellent conditi

Re: [RBW] Using Your Rivendell Vs. Being Precious: A Spectrum

And that Motobecane is still seeing regular service here in NorCal, now as a rendered three-speed. Still a great bike—Patrick didn’t mention the full Reynolds 531 tubeset and the old school Nervex lugs. Combined with classic French geometry, it makes for a very nice ride. --Eric Norris campyonl

Re: [RBW] Plush old 531 steel frames (was being precious)

I’m not an expert, but I believe that most/all of the bikes from the Alex Singer shop were made with 531. My two Singers are. One is made of the more unusual “531 Professional” tubeset, which featured thinner walls for lighter weight than standard 531 tubing. 531 Professional is rumored to be

[RBW] Fwd: [SFRandon] OT - recovered Rivendell Atlantis

Forwarding from another email list … --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > Begin forwarded message: > > From: Eric Larsen > Subject: [SFRandon] OT - recovered Rivendell Atlantis > Date: June 22, 2023 at 7:36:25 AM PDT > To: San Francisco Ra

Re: [RBW] Wheels and tires

PM sent on the Crust wheels. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Jun 11, 2024, at 4:34 PM, R Olson wrote: > > Hi All, > > I have some wheels and tires for sale: > > 1 Crust Rim brake Wheelset: 700c, 32h F/R, 23mm internal width,

Re: [RBW] 3M Formula 303 and Tires

I have t used it on tires (bike or car), but 303 is my go-to replacement for ArmorAll. IMHO 303 is a much better product—a nice finish without the greasy residue that AA can leave. –Eric NOn Jul 8, 2024, at 3:04 PM, John Rinker wrote:Just wondering if any uses or has used 303 on bike tires. I've

[RBW] Electric Bikes and Organized Rides

A friend and I did the Seattle to Portland ride this past weekend (205 miles in either one or two days), and we were both surprised to see a number of riders on electric bikes. I haven’t done many large cycling events since the rise in popularity of electric bikes. When I did large-scale rides

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2024

I have a very similar Masi, built in 1983 with Campy Super Record and then stored unridden until I bought it about a year and a half ago. Marvelous bike that is not very Riv-ish but nevertheless a joy to ride. –Eric NOn Jul 27, 2024, at 12:19 PM, Matthew Williams wrote:Not a Rivendell, but this i

[RBW] Marin Peninsula

Is it possible to ride all the way up the east side of the Marin peninsula? I haven’t been out that way in quite a while. Thanks in advance. –Eric N -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

Re: [RBW] Grant's Mountain 8-26-24

 https://billbgibson.myportfolio.com/ and on Behance: https://www.behance.net/BillGibsonIf you like my photographs, buy me a coffee!On Fri, Aug 30, 2024 at 5:32 PM 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch <rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com> wrote:Mt Diablo as it appeared on Monday. Shot this on a whirlwind ride from Davi

Re: [RBW] Grant's Mountain 8-26-24

e, Arizona, USAMy Photographs : https://billbgibson.myportfolio.com/ and on Behance: https://www.behance.net/BillGibsonIf you like my photographs, buy me a coffee!On Fri, Aug 30, 2024 at 5:32 PM 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch <rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com> wrote:Mt Diablo as it a

Re: [RBW] Grant's Mountain 8-26-24

ris >>>>> campyo...@me.com <> >>>>> Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy >>>>> YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy >>>>>> On Aug 30, 2024, at 6:45 PM, Bill Gibson > wrote: >>>>>> >>>>> >>>&

Re: [RBW] Lighten Up: Clem Edition

I have the red Sport version. The main difference, based on their web site, is that it reaches peak voltage at a slightly higher speed. Standard version starts creating current at a lower speed. Tradeoff is that the Sport has slightly lower drag. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.

Re: [RBW] Flying discs

Love my Aeropress, especially now that I can’t pop over to the local Starbucks while I’m working at home. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com campyonlyguy.blogspot.com > On Apr 17, 2020, at 12:03 PM, velomann wrote: > > I know some folks are already familiar with this, but Alan

Re: [RBW] Dyno light installation, which side of the do you prefer?

The great French constructeurs (Singer, Herse, etc.) mounted the light on the left side of the small front rack or on the front fender. Never on the righthand side. Trust the experts. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com campyonlyguy.blogspot.com > On Apr 20, 2020, at 7:57 AM, te

Re: [RBW] Dyno light installation, which side of the do you prefer?

Yes. I imagine if Singer was located in London they would mount the headlight on the righthand side. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com campyonlyguy.blogspot.com > On Apr 20, 2020, at 11:33 AM, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > French drive on the right, like us. > > On 4/20/20 2:24

[RBW] WTB: Nitto F16 Rack

Anybody have one of these they don’t need? https://www.benscycle.com/nitto-f16-front-handlebar-hook-bag-supporter/bag_part_nitto__870-288-10/product Eric N www.CampyOnly.com CampyOnlyGuy.blogspot.com Twitter: @CampyOnlyGuy -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

Re: [RBW] In Praise of the Roadini

42 cm for my Richard Sachs custom (Richard is known for longer-than-usual chain stays on a traditional “road” bike) and 43cm for one of my Alex Singers. 1976 Centurion Pro Tour, built as a “touring” bike in time for the “Bikecentennial,” has 44 cm stays. They all ride nice, but of course each

Re: [RBW] What have you learned during the isolation?

Patrick: Cluelessness is in ample supply here in Sacramento as well. I’m seeing a lot of people on bikes that 1) look like they’ve been in the garage since the 1990s or 2) look brand-new. In either case, they’re piloted by people who are too often sadly lacking in the skills that are needed on

Re: [RBW] Tool for fender stays

You need a small bolt cutter. Goes through alloy stays like butter. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com campyonlyguy.blogspot.com > On Apr 28, 2020, at 2:03 PM, Joe Bernard wrote: > > This is a really dumb question but I don't know the answer. I need to mount > some fenders on

Re: [RBW] Tool for fender stays

No worries. I appreciate clarity myself, and I know that finding stuff on Amazon can be a challenge—too many choices! --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com campyonlyguy.blogspot.com > On Apr 28, 2020, at 2:43 PM, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Perfect! Thanks, Eric. I apologize to the li

Re: [RBW] Re: Joe's Custom

JB does amazing work. –Eric N > On Apr 28, 2020, at 8:55 PM, Joe Bernard wrote: > > On Tuesday, April 28, 2020 at 8:54:51 PM UTC-7, Joe Bernard wrote: >> Who wants to see pretty Joe Bell paint on a custom Rivendell >> not-quite-a-mixte? You do, that's who!* >> >> *pics sent from JB, I don'

Re: [RBW] Unidentified parts

You would use those to attach the shift levers to brazed-on mounts on the frame. You don’t need them for your Homer, which does not have braze-on shifter mounts. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com campyonlyguy.blogspot.com > On May 5, 2020, at 2:38 PM, Lyman Labry wrote: > >

Re: [RBW] eJoe

Wow. That does not look complicated at all. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com campyonlyguy.blogspot.com > On May 5, 2020, at 1:59 PM, J Imler wrote: > > I botched something up when I dissembled the motor for a gear greasing. It’s > fully operational, and fun, but no speedomet

Re: [RBW] Grant Petersen Interview

Actually, you can do quite well with three speeds. https://societyofthreespeeds.wordpress.com --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com campyonlyguy.blogspot.com > On May 7, 2020, at 7:26 AM, DHans wrote: > > Many of you may have already seen this clip but it was new to me. Grant d

Re: [RBW] DNP Freewheel Lockring removal

Park Tools probably makes a tool to fit this. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com campyonlyguy.blogspot.com > On May 9, 2020, at 2:46 PM, J Imler wrote: > > I tried a hammer and punch, no go. Is there a tool of some kind? I’m hoping > to get at the body to add some Shimano cogs

Re: [RBW] Dynamo Hub Recommendations

I agree with everything here, except that I have put SP hubs on “nice” bikes. The only thing I would add is that SON hubs are pressure-compensated so that if you take them from a warm, dry place directly to a cold, wet place (like a cold rainy ride) they won’t suck moisture into the hub as the a

Re: [RBW] Dynamo Hub Recommendations

Leah: I’ve ridden SP hubs in the rain many times. The seals are fine. On those rides, the air inside the hub was the same temperature as the air outside. However … If you have your bike sitting in a nice, warm garage or living room and wheel it out into a cold, wet day, the air inside will cont

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