[RBW] Re: New Sam Color

2011-02-22 Thread Bill
st of time. Bill On Feb 22, 2:11 pm, William wrote: > I like the grilver a lot.  Bidding is underway.  Somebody is going to > get a great deal. > > On Feb 22, 9:17 am, Mike wrote: > > > > > > > > > I really like the new color and the look of the fenders. I sa

[RBW] Re: Betty Foy build

2011-02-24 Thread Bill
ble stripe. It's certainly a fantastic build nonetheless. Bill -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send ema

[RBW] Re: What is that thing to the right of the fork crown?

2011-04-17 Thread Bill
Widely misunderstood? This sounds like just the ticket. Put me down for serial number 01. My Sam is a 60, so size it accordingly. Now I'm going to wait and watch for the big brown truck to show up with it. On Apr 15, 11:06 am, grant wrote: > It COULD be a nakkin ring, and with a Joe Bell p

[RBW] Re: AMOS update

2011-04-17 Thread Bill
What no one is talking about yet is how it will be built out, component-wise. Sure, some will go the full-Riv route - Nitto noodles, bar-end shifters, Sugino triple, B17 saddle, etc., at least those who read this list and buy it frame-only from Riv if it's sold that way. I can see many shops who

[RBW] Re: Rockapillar....Bombalized....Hunqa Hopper?

2011-04-22 Thread Bill
@ BB: How about some more details/specs on the light on your Rocky?? @ jinxed: I'd be inclined to just keep it as it is, but whatever you end up doing I hope you ride it lots. Bill On Apr 22, 10:53 am, Montclair BobbyB wrote: > Be still my beating heart... that's gorgeous.  I ha

[RBW] Re: Break-in for Berthoud saddles?

2011-05-04 Thread Bill
nk oil. More here: http://pactour.blogspot.com/2011/01/breaking-in-leather-saddle.html ~Bill -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe

[RBW] Re: Any Riv riders on TOSRV this weekend?

2011-05-09 Thread Bill
I monitored the weather forecasts up through Friday night so I could choose between my fendered and bagged Sam Hillborne and my go-fast Litespeed. The Litespeed won and I had a glorious ride both ways. I passed a blue Rambo this afternoon just north of Chillicothe, and perhaps that was you. I sp

[RBW] Re: Looking for a 57 or 55cm Bleriot...

2011-05-21 Thread Bill
-long stem with a too-short top tube doesn't make a perfect fit. If you find the right 53 or 55 and are looking at a buy instead of a swap, I'm still game for your 59. ~Bill On May 21, 12:12 pm, Justin August wrote: > I have a 55. You would fit right or be a bit big on it. I have

[RBW] Re: Freewheels and Rivendell - Where We Started

2011-06-08 Thread Bill
My inner Luddite spoke to me when I acquired my new Sam last year: a Phil hub with a Dura-Ace 7-speed freewheel, and I couldn't be happier with it. On Jun 8, 12:44 pm, Jim Cloud wrote: > With the subject of freewheels on a recent post, I thought it would be > of some interest to quote a piece of

[RBW] Re: I'm now OFFICIALLY a riv owner!

2011-06-28 Thread Bill
hould have done the Phils." or "I wish I would have done the Phils". Bill On Jun 28, 7:59 pm, Montclair BobbyB wrote: > Congrats, Rex.  A fine ride like a Hilsen deserves a fine set of > wheels... That makes all the difference (in my opinion)...  I splurged > a bit on a

[RBW] Re: Best Rainy footwear/boots

2014-02-09 Thread Bill
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: New bicycle brand from Merry Sales = New Albion

2014-02-15 Thread Bill
The headbadge looks very similar to that of the Atlantis. Either Grant very closely collaborated with them, maybe as an outside consultant, or they are big enough to simply go it alone. It would nice to know more about who is behind this. On Friday, February 14, 2014 10:40:06 PM UTC-5, eflaye

[RBW] Presidents (day) bike

2014-02-17 Thread Bill
The milk crate with leg cutout is my fave. -- 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 gro

[RBW] Re: Traveling with a Sam - recs for a travel case?

2014-02-20 Thread Bill
I have visions of you (dougP) going through security with a carry-on bag containing a seat, seatpost, crankset, and pedals. On Thursday, February 20, 2014 12:44:48 AM UTC-5, dougP wrote: > > Wilson: > > Start by finding out the specific details of your chosen airline. > Especially international

[RBW] Re: Bunyan Velo No. 4

2014-02-28 Thread Bill
Think of it as the cyclopublishing version of your LBS. If you don't spend some cash there, there won't be a there in the future. -- 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

[RBW] Re: 650b Roadeo

2014-03-12 Thread Bill
(Sigh) ... Another dream bike that will never happen. It just made souch sense too. -- 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+unsubs

Re: [RBW] Re: New Bike Day - Lavendar Saluki!

2014-03-22 Thread Bill
I'm GREEN with envy! Any color on a Saluki is going to be good. Now get some Hetres mounted and ride. Bill Columbus Ohio -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

[RBW] Re: This just in!

2014-03-27 Thread Bill
Yeah. Grant is going to retire on April 1 and Eben Weiss will be moving west to assume duties as the new CEO of Rivendell Heavy Industries. You heard it here first, folks! Bill Eberle Columbus, OH On Thursday, March 27, 2014 4:38:55 AM UTC-4, ascpgh wrote: > > Still a couple days until

[RBW] Re: New Bike Day

2014-03-27 Thread Bill
Well, Anne, if you're going to have a USB port in the stem, the least you could do for us Rivvies is wrap it with twine and shellac it. Rohloff and belt drive: Fantastic! On Thursday, March 27, 2014 10:30:49 PM UTC-4, Anne Paulson wrote: > > It's not a Rivendell, but it has some Rivvy features.

[RBW] Re: I'm in on the Fat-Lantis club

2016-05-06 Thread Bill
Is a drop bar Fatlantis the original Gravel Grinder? Give credit where credit is due. -- 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

[RBW] Re: The 10 most beautiful bikes

2016-06-24 Thread Bill
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, and the only beauties for me on that list are the Pashley and the WBR Buffalo. My list would be called "Ten Beautiful Bikes" (forget the 'most' part) and include an Atlantis for sure. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google G

[RBW] Re: Rosco Bubbe #3

2016-07-16 Thread Bill
I think Grant puts lots of time, thought and effort into the name, decals, color, and head badge so it coherently matches the remaining physical properties of the bike. IMHO he really got it right on the Roscoe as he always does. That's something that differentiates Rivs from most everything in

[RBW] Re: Shimmy, according to BQ

2010-12-20 Thread Bill
Builder Dave Moulton sheds some light on the subject in this 2006 blog entry: http://davesbikeblog.squarespace.com/blog/2006/8/18/shimmy-re-visited.html On Dec 13, 7:59 pm, William wrote: > I weigh about 175.  The whole bike rig with both bags on it as > described above is probably in the low 4

[RBW] Re: 64 cm Bombadil Arrived!

2010-12-30 Thread Bill
I went with Rapid Rise when I built up my Sam this summer. The nifty thing about RR is how intuitive it is with bar-end shifters: pull up to shift up, push down to shift down. My other bike is getting the switch to RR soon. Bill On Dec 28, 11:18 pm, Kelly Sleeper wrote: > Well it seems l

[RBW] Re: Do we need a Hillborne Flickr group?

2011-01-20 Thread Bill
I took some pix earlier today after returning in a snowstorm. They're in. Bill Columbus, Ohio On Jan 20, 4:44 am, Earl Grey wrote: > Since even the SimpleOne has a group, how about a Hillborne group? If > there is interest, I am happy to set it up. > > Cheers, > > Gernot

[RBW] Re: I Got Your Pandas For You

2011-01-29 Thread Bill
How about a Snow Panda in the wild ... http://www.flickr.com/photos/gsx1100g/5399511359/in/pool-1562320@N25/ On Jan 28, 11:28 pm, JimD wrote: > Right here... > Been pondering this Panda thing.  Still not sure if I'm getting it. > > -JimD -- You received this message because you are subscribe

[RBW] Re: Blog post about tubing for AHH

2011-02-10 Thread Bill
what Grant says it does. He clearly knows what's important and what's not as far as designing to produce an outcome. Now maybe the bike was planeing, or maybe it was the Hakkapelitas getting a good bite on the ice, but RBW certainly gets most of the credit. Bill -- You received thi

[RBW] Re: Phil Wood "IRD" FW hub and/or Shimano freewheel experiences?

2011-02-14 Thread Bill
I've been riding my Sam Hillborne six days a week since last summer with a Phil-Rivy rear hub and IRD freewheel. It has racked up considerable mileage commuting through show, slush, slop, salt down to single digit temperatures and I've had absolutely zero problems with anything. FWIW, the bike wi

[RBW] Re: Phil Wood "IRD" FW hub and/or Shimano freewheel experiences?

2011-02-15 Thread Bill
stock RBW decided the bar issue for me. This is my first season for winter biking and it's been an absolute blast - once I mastered the temperature management issues. Wool works. Cheers, Bill Columbus, Ohio On Feb 15, 6:33 am, Thomas Lynn Skean wrote: > Hi, Bill! Excellent to hear! >

[RBW] Re: More Winter Project updates

2011-02-21 Thread Bill
shod with 700x28 tires on your Sam??? Two thumbs up if that's it. Bill On Feb 21, 6:22 pm, William wrote: > The tires are Maxxis true 25's.  The clearances on this bike are > horrible.  I had it built custom in 1992 by Bill Davidson, and I > didn't spec tire clearances.

[RBW] Re: 60cm "Maxway" Hillborne Photos

2010-07-29 Thread Bill
issue for me, and now there's no looking back. Let the build begin. Bill On Jul 29, 7:55 am, "Bryan @ Renaissance Bicycles" wrote: > I've added a few pictures of a recently built 60cm "Maxway" Hillborne > to our RB Gallery.  This is a just arrived "2

[RBW] Re: 3 Rivs for sale

2010-08-05 Thread Bill
They're right here: http://tinyurl.com/2g3nst5 On Aug 4, 6:58 pm, steve wrote: > I have an Atlantis 56, an Atlantis 64, and a Romulus 59 listed for > sale on craigslist, location Washington DC.  I would welcome inquiries > from list members.  If I were smarter with internet, I would put the > li

[RBW] Re: Renovelo Frames

2010-08-20 Thread Bill
Had I known they'd be selling the Renovelos at such give-away prices I might have held off buying my Sam. Now the only alternative is to try and snatch one up anyway. These things aren't going to gather any dust in the RivShop. Kinda like unsold inventory of Acorn bags. It's probably not GP's s

[RBW] Re: My new Rodeo

2010-09-13 Thread Bill
I've been riding the same road bike, a Vitus, for the past 28 years. I started with the Simplex downtube shifters which came on it. For a while I had Suntour Accushift butterfly shifters, and then for a long time, barcons. Recently I switched back to the downtube shifters again for a trip down Me

[RBW] Re: Nitto Mini or Marks Rack ?

2010-09-22 Thread Bill
"... always buy the Mini when you can." Right now there doesn't seem to be a single one available in the USA. Lots of Googling, going down blind alleys, under rocks, behind bushes, yielded nothing. Does anyone here have a used one available (if so, contact me off list), or know of a vendor with s

[RBW] Re: Intro/First Riv - Interior Frame Rust Question

2010-10-08 Thread Bill
OK, I'll bite: why linseed oil? What properties does it have that are superior to something like 90 weight hypoid gear oil or any other petroleum based oil? FWIW, several years ago I purchased a cheap set of taps and dies from J.C.Whitney. For rust prevention the included instructions advised t

[RBW] Re: Sackvilled Sam Hillborne for Commuting and Touring

2010-10-15 Thread Bill
That's a fantastic build. It sure would be been nice to be able to call you and ask you to park one just like it in my driveway and I'd write you a check, but {sigh} life doesn't work that way for me. Your photography and its presentation are beyond comparison. Just simply mag

[RBW] Re: Mustache handlebars: XO-3 vs current Nitto bars

2010-10-26 Thread Bill
k out some long miles with them I'll know. Bill Columbus, OH On Oct 25, 11:14 pm, SJB wrote: > Once again, I find myself intrigued by mustache bars. I used to have a > Bridgestone XO-3 that came with mustache bars. The B-stone bars fit a > 25.4 stem and used mountainbike bike le

[RBW] Re: Polishing off the logos

2008-12-13 Thread Bill
I've had good luck using paint remover. On Dec 13, 10:19 am, Wally wrote: > I've got a new wild hair - I've been thinking of polishing off the > logos on my derailleur and brake levers. They say "Shimano 105" or > just "Shimano", and I was thinking that a plain silver look would > compliment my

[RBW] Re: Do generator hub lights attach/detach easily to front racks?

2012-04-23 Thread Bill
the planet bike blaze dynamo disconnects near the light. see here: http://ecom1.planetbike.com/3048.html On Tuesday, April 17, 2012 10:30:50 PM UTC-5, Michael Williams wrote: > > Hey group,I am thinking about getting a Generator hub/light combo > and was wondering if the lights typically at

Re: [RBW] Re: Was your RIV sizing right on?

2012-05-03 Thread Bill
You should really be asking yourself what would the ideal size be for you, and then find the bike. If it has to be a Riv bike, then spend the money and get the one that best fits, and not the cheapest one that barely does the job. Sure, Riv will sell you either a 56 or 60 Sam and tell you it

[RBW] Re: L-brackets - just do it!

2012-05-17 Thread Bill
Things like that add cost. As the costs add up the prices go up. As prices go up sales go down. As sales go down profits go down. As profits go down businesses go down. It's a matter of finding that sweet spot where Riv can manage to stay in business over the long haul. I expect they have

[RBW] FS: White Industries VBC crankset and bb

2012-06-04 Thread Bill
For your consideration... White Industries VBC crankset with matching bottom bracket 165mm, 44-28 chainrings, silver polished arms very good condition, low mileage Included: White Industries JIS 113mm stainless steel bottom bracket. bearings are perfectly smooth. low mileage as well. $200 -- Yo

[RBW] Re: Rivs meet in the wild

2012-06-11 Thread Bill
I rode past a Quickbeam a couple of months ago while I was out on my Sam here in Columbus, Ohio (Whetstone Park bike path). I was in a hurry to be somewhere and did not have time to chat. That was the only RivBike encounter I've had in almost two years. Next time I'll stop. Yes, my first th

Re: [RBW] Re: Looking for my first Rivendell

2014-02-04 Thread Bill
I read yesterday that Alex Moulton rode 8 to 9 miles a day into his 90s. If I can match that, then when my Sam and Saluki wear out there's still time for another Riv purchase. Life gets shortened by not riding a bike. On Sunday, February 2, 2014 10:15:59 PM UTC-5, Tony DeFilippo wrote: > > " O

[RBW] Re: Saddle Tattoos and Hot Chocolate!

2014-02-04 Thread Bill
"Cow stoppage." Uhhh... that ain't a cow! On Monday, January 27, 2014 1:24:33 AM UTC-5, Manuel Acosta wrote: > > Enjoy the short rides. > With the stresses of work and school. > It's important to remember to make time for yourself. > > Long ride, short rides, mixed terrain or road. all of that

[RBW] Re: First Grand Bois Flat :-(

2014-02-04 Thread Bill
I've had three having covering maybe a thousand miles. The last was about a year ago at night in 25 degree windy weather. I hoofed it about a quarter mile to a school that had a flood light on. I always carry a spare tube and with light I was able to swap it out. The culprit was a small ros

[RBW] Re: Soma Grand Randonneur or Hetres or Compass Babyshoe Pass

2014-08-11 Thread Bill
At 35 mph on that path yes, indeed, I would be screaming! Bill -- 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

[RBW] Re: Rise of the Halo Bicycle

2014-08-20 Thread Bill
" ... A few ounces make no difference to an amateur, Mr. Moulton says.” Well a few of us *professional* Riv owners actually like a few extra ounces when they're in the right places. It looks good and makes for a nice long term relationship. Those skinny ones will break your wallet and leave y

[RBW] How a Bicycle is Made (1945)

2014-09-04 Thread Bill
Steel is real! http://vimeo.com/39401575 -- 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 grou

Re: [RBW] Berthoud Fenders on Saluki/AHH

2014-09-10 Thread Bill
As you know I hung on to the Honjos when we swapped Salukis. They've acquired more beausage while in my care since I got them from Steve. In spite of my inability to install them with JPW-perfect fender lines they have great fit and function hovering over the red Hetres on the AgapanthuSaluki

[RBW] Re: It's baaaaaack

2014-09-22 Thread Bill
That bike would look so much better with a second top tube. On Monday, September 22, 2014 12:32:46 PM UTC-4, robert zeidler wrote: > > bike was purchased by someone who read the description AFTER paying for > the bike and found it was the wrong bike. > > Anyway... > > http://pages.ebay.com/l

[RBW] Re: Narrow Compass tires - 3200 mile review

2014-09-26 Thread Bill
I have a set of these on my Ti Litespeed Classic. My experience has been much the same as yours. Great tires! On Friday, September 26, 2014 10:03:51 AM UTC-4, Joan wrote: > > Bottom-line: fantastic tires, now with 3,281 miles of use. I've been > thinking of posting this update so now while the

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2014-11-07 Thread Bill
So if we eliminate agriculture we'll all have perfect teeth and get rid of those pesky "anti-nutrients", whatever they are, as well? -- 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 fr

Re: [RBW] Re: New-Bombadil-Day!

2014-11-07 Thread Bill
Ah, you finally get to experience some double-top-tube goodness. And if you eliminated the XO-3 you'd have more time and space to get the Saluki back on the road, i.e., N-1. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe f

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2014-11-07 Thread Bill
My dentist made some cavities disappear by installing crowns. -- 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.

[RBW] FS: Nice Lugged Steel

2014-11-12 Thread Bill
Very nice, and very sensibly configured as pictured. -- 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 t

[RBW] Re: Veterans Day Ride - Bombadil Style!

2014-11-14 Thread Bill
You've certainly upped the awesomeness of your fleet with that build. Keep up the N+1-ing! -- 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+

[RBW] Re: Mini-Grant-Sandwiches

2014-11-20 Thread Bill
This thread,complete with pictures, is working as a great appetite suppressor for me. I won't need to read the book and I'll still lose weight. Bill "carbs are OK" E. Not so hungry in Columbus. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Group

[RBW] Re: Father-Son GAP Trip

2014-05-21 Thread Bill
-gap-trip-preview.html> > > Frostburg - Mason Dixon Line > Gallery<http://dr2dc.blogspot.com/2014/05/gap-trip-gallery-1-frostburg-mason.html> > > Mason Dixon Line - Rockwood Gallery > <http://dr2dc.blogspot.com/2014/05/gap-trip-gallery-2-mason-dixon-line.html> >

Re: [RBW] RBW frame repair?

2014-06-28 Thread Bill
Nice chair - but does it PLANE??? On Saturday, June 28, 2014 9:05:58 PM UTC-4, Eunice Chang wrote: > > Bruce, Bo, Jim, > Thanks! Will contact Keven. > > Philip, > > That's a thought. Perhaps something like this? > http://primalfixed.cc/post/87576922344/the-randonneur-chair > > -E. > > > > > On Sat

[RBW] Re: fs: Rivendell Saluki 58cm - custom color + S&S coupled!

2014-07-10 Thread Bill
As a two time Saluki owner I am baffled as to why this beauty has not been snatched up. At $1400 he's giving it away. The velvet ride of GB Hetres and S&S couplers so you can easily take it anywhere - what's not to love? And a 58 puts it under the tall part of the bell curve for sizing. Who

[RBW] Re: NITTO spare tire cage

2014-07-16 Thread Bill
Not in SF but this guy can make anything: http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=487221 On Wednesday, July 16, 2014 10:08:17 PM UTC-4, ted wrote: > > I have one. It is, as others have noted, intended to hold tubulars. I use > mine to hold a spare tube, tire levers and patch kit in a home ma

[RBW] Re: A. Homer Hilsen: A Question for a "Friend"

2014-07-28 Thread Bill
Ya make em all sixes an screw one up and yer looking at making em all eights. Quit now while yer ahead. -- 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: thumbies on noodles

2011-12-17 Thread Bill
When you get it all done I'd sure like to see some photos. It seems like it would be a nifty setup. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/

[RBW] FS: Berthoud, Nitto, M.A.P.

2012-02-04 Thread Bill
for sale: Berthoud decaleur. Horizontal 91. $60 Nitto Technomic Deluxe stem 26.0 clamp. 100 extension. Used, but in excellent condition. $35 M.A.P. light bracket for metal fenders. As seen here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/mapcycles/6055950533/ New, never used. $15 I accept paypal. I will spli

[RBW] Re: East coast riv riders

2012-02-15 Thread Bill
On Feb 15, 5:21 pm, Ken Karpowicz wrote: > Bloomfield CT Atlantis -- Millville, NJ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, se

[RBW] Re: Grant, in (or soon to be) in print.

2012-02-21 Thread Bill
I'm gonna wait until RBW has it in stock and order it from them. I'll use a long piece of twine, unshellaced, for a bookmark. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.c

[RBW] Re: Grant, in (or soon to be) in print.

2012-02-22 Thread Bill
It would be really neat if RBW offered GP-autographed copies for a buck or two extra (assuming the publisher allows that sort of thing). I'd gladly pay the upcharge and I'll even shellac my twine bookmark to go with it. If I were to get a Kindle to use to read it I'm afraid that would be the

[RBW] Re: Any truly appealing panniers I'm missing?

2012-03-09 Thread Bill
philosophy looks real nice: http://www.philosophybags.com/ On Tuesday, March 6, 2012 5:01:03 PM UTC-6, Scot Brooks wrote: > > I'm really close to pulling the trigger on some Ironweed panniers which > seem to be incredible bang-for-the-buck. I've also considered the Sackville > and Ostrich models

[RBW] Re: New Sam Hillborne Color Pre-Sale

2012-03-20 Thread Bill
That's mighty close to "pencil blue": http://www.flickr.com/photos/archivalclothing/1659288315/in/pool-70497321@N00/ Awesome, especially with the creme head tube accent. On Monday, March 19, 2012 10:57:33 PM UTC-4, Manuel Acosta wrote: > > Having seen the new bruise bleu in person I can attest

[RBW] Re: What eye protection do y'all use when riding?

2012-03-26 Thread Bill
I wear and love Oakley Radars. On Saturday, March 24, 2012 6:13:54 PM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote: > > You long distance riders: what do you wear, if anything, to protect > your eyes from sun, wind, dust and pollen? I dislike glasses intensely > because I sweat all over them so that in very short

[RBW] Re: Done talking myself into like the moustache.

2012-04-11 Thread Bill
y can leave you wondering what the heck anyone sees in them. Bill On Sunday, April 8, 2012 1:41:57 AM UTC-4, Scotty wrote: > > I have given myself about a year to like my moustache handlebars. I really > want to like them, they look so freaking good on my bike, but I dont. Now I

[RBW] Winter means looking for problems that might not exist and solving them. Hence, Stem Shifters!

2014-11-23 Thread Bill
No problem with your harlequin wrap - it looks great! -- 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

Re: [RBW] Product placement coup by Riv in Consumer Reports review of Ford Transit Connect van

2014-11-27 Thread Bill
The Transit Connect Rivendell Edition comes equipped with a twined and shellaced steering wheel and a coffee press built in to the dashboard. Fabric seating panels are made of strips of Newbaums tape sewn together. Schwalbe makes the wide low pressure all season flat-free tires that ride on Velo

[RBW] Winter Welcome Wagon [Share Your Pics]

2014-12-02 Thread Bill
That's a nifty setup, Tony. The only thing that needs to change is ownership. Besides, when it snows in your neck of the woods everything shuts down and you don't need to go anywhere. The XO would be much happier here in the snow belt with me. Bill "XO-envious" E. Columb

[RBW] The new cycling revolution starts NOW! With one custom bike part! (Modified Silver Shifter)

2014-12-17 Thread Bill
Well I still have one bike in the fleet with 'tubers and this looks like just the ticket. At first glance I wondered why someone hadn't done these maybe 50 years ago. It's never too late. Great idea! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bun

[RBW] Stem-shifting retrofit

2014-12-20 Thread Bill
Where there's a will there's a way. -- 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, sen

Re: [RBW] Re: New Hatchet Use

2014-12-31 Thread Bill
I'm with the Deacon on this one. I looked under my dearly loved Crocs and didn't find any heels attached. Yeah, I had several pairs of Kalso Earth shoes back in the day. They were great too. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.

Re: [RBW] Re: New Hatchet Use

2014-12-31 Thread Bill
Well the Crocs are no match heel-wise to my pointy-toe cowboy boots which work really well while seated on the back of a cantankerous swayback nag. You hafta use the right tool for the job (like a hatchet for heel removal). -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google G

[RBW] 59cm Roadeo for sale

2015-01-06 Thread Bill
Gawd. It's my size. A really, really good price. I don't need to see pictures to know it's right. I already have seven bikes. I don't NEED another one. Must be strong. Somebody please jump on this and save me from the wrath of the House Minister of Finance should I cave in a moment of weakness

[RBW] "Rapid Rise" rear derailers?

2015-01-22 Thread Bill
Got one on my Saluki and love it. With bar ends you pull up to upshift and push down to downshift. I have four other bikes that are "normal" and one Campy Shimergo and have no problem switching among them. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

Re: [RBW] "Rapid Rise" rear derailers?

2015-01-22 Thread Bill
Instead of calling it "ass backwards" I call it "shifting correctly". YMMV. -- 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...@goog

Re: [RBW] Re: Eat Bacon Don't Bonk?

2015-01-22 Thread Bill
But Patrick, quirky fits pretty well for all of us here. Uncarbed unlycraed unracers who ride friction shifting wide tired lugged steel bikes - we're a bunch of weirdos and there's not a thing wrong with that. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Ow

Re: [RBW] Re: "Rapid Rise" rear derailers?

2015-01-23 Thread Bill
Buy used and try it. For some they may find it to be more intuitive. Others, particularly those with decades of high normal experience, might find it difficult to unlearn what is by now second nature to them. If it works well, keep it. Otherwise, sell it and move on. You are the only one who ca

Re: [RBW] Re: Too much on the plate.

2015-01-23 Thread Bill
We've had a Sam Hillborne, an A. Homer Hilson, maybe a Joe Appaloosa, a Betty Fly, etc. Maybe it's time for a Manny Acosta signature model. Make it a built-up-only special edition of a Sam, configured just as his to carry stuff for S24Os on trails, jump fences, etc., with his signature on the t

[RBW] Heads up for a very rare sighting opportunity. KIT, at the SFR 200k tomorrow!

2015-01-23 Thread Bill
Take lotsa pictures which of course will prove it happened. -- 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

[RBW] Mithril?

2015-02-04 Thread Bill
No mention as to whether it could be welded. That would be a significant factor regarding commercial development. -- 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 emai

Re: [RBW] Re: My stolen Rambouillet

2015-02-07 Thread Bill
I'm looking forward to your future post informing us that you have the Ramb back and that the perp is snuggled up with his new cellmates. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emai

[RBW] Re: Micro Winter Project: Plasti-Dipped shifters

2015-02-17 Thread Bill
Twine wrap before dipping. You'll get a "grippier" surface. -- 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. T

[RBW] Re: MUSA Molskin Shirt experiences?

2015-02-19 Thread Bill
When you amortize the price difference (Bean v. Riv) over 15 years you'll have to give up maybe one cup of Starbux Frou Frou per year. I can easily live with such a sacrifice to get a better shirt. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] OT:Is your bippy frozen?

2015-03-01 Thread Bill
Our kitchen gets colder than the rest of the house, but it's not like yours, Michael. Maybe you should leave the oven on or close the window or something. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and st

Re: [RBW] Compass Rat Trap Pass 26 x 55mm tires

2015-03-05 Thread Bill
I too have been riding on ITS MK2 2.1s. They have a real magic carpet ride feeling. I got them when Jensen was blowing out their inventory for what amounted to chump change. I expect the Compasses to sell at premium prices, but even so I'll have no complaints. -- You received this message be

Re: [RBW] Re: Clem PreSale.

2015-03-11 Thread Bill
+1 on the Jones Plus. What's the deal with all the "go fast" chatter? Slow down and enjoy the ride. -- 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-own

Re: [RBW] Re: Clem PreSale.

2015-03-11 Thread Bill
+1 on the Jones Plus. What's the deal with all the "go fast" chatter? Slow down and enjoy the ride. -- 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-own

[RBW] Go fast-ish tires on the Hillborne

2015-03-12 Thread Bill
I rode two seasons on Jack Brown greens on my Sam. No flats and plenty comfy. I highly recommend them. I noticed one of the "glamour" bikes on display at NAHBS last week was sporting them. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. T

[RBW] Re: First-time bicycle assembly advice

2012-09-06 Thread Bill
I do not recommend greasing handlebar or brake clamps. you want them to be up torque and secure not prone to slipping. the very first step is to have the bb shell faced & chased as well as headtube faced. while you're at it, have insides framesaved and headset installed. Just take the frame to

[RBW] Re: Pedals

2012-09-14 Thread Bill
A friend of mine loves her Ergon PC2 pedals: http://www.ergon-bike.com/us/en/product/pc2 Myself, I am a Shimano A530 kinda guy. On Friday, September 14, 2012 7:26:47 PM UTC-5, lungimsam wrote: > > Now I am back to the Touring pedals and clips-no straps. I wear blue >> canvas Nike tennis shoes.

[RBW] FS: Rare Nitto rack, new

2012-09-15 Thread Bill
For Sale: A Nitto RN201 saddlebag support rack. Only available to Japanese domestic market. I have never seen these anywhere besides Japan. Attaches to rear cantilever brakes and bridge boss for fender. This rack is essentially the saddlebag equivalent of the Nitto M12 or M13. Same finish (

[RBW] Re: Bottom Bracket Clicking Question

2012-09-15 Thread Bill
check your pedals. On Friday, September 14, 2012 5:09:19 PM UTC-5, Michael Hechmer wrote: > > It's hard to imagine what you could do to contaminate a sealed BB. It's > easier to imagine being the outlier on the tail end of the quality > distribution curve. The good thing about higher end, eg

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