[RBW] Re: Anyone near me with a 650b 50cm Atlantis and/or a 51cm Appaloosa?

2020-07-03 Thread Brad
son, the "reply directly to author" button isn't working.) Brad Kerhonkson On Friday, July 3, 2020 at 11:14:58 AM UTC-4 Joel Stern wrote: > Hello all, I am going to crosspost this to bob, RBW and 650B groups. > > I don't want to buy one of these until I know what

[RBW] Re: Search continues, need to try a 50cm 650b Atlantis.

2020-07-08 Thread Brad
It was great to meet you and chat about bikes! Brad On Tuesday, July 7, 2020 at 5:11:53 PM UTC-4 Joel Stern wrote: > Brad, from this list was kind was kind enough to let me come over and try > out his wife’s 51cm Appaloosa. It has a bit more standover than my 55cm > Bleriot an

[RBW] Re: Long/scenic day rides to do from the New York City area

2016-05-13 Thread Brad
hrough New Paltz and up into Mohonk & Minnewaska too. Brad Queens On Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 3:02:04 PM UTC-4, Bob B wrote: > > I wanted to share a handful of the day rides I've done or am hoping to do > in the New York area, and perhaps get area-RBWOBers to share their rout

[RBW] Getting the Quickbeam's chainline perfect!!

2016-05-20 Thread Brad
Are you trying to get the chainline perfect for the outermost chainring on the XD2? -- 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+unsubsc

[RBW] Re: The Ocean Air Cycles Docena is totally awesome.

2016-06-01 Thread Brad
n top? Brad P. Queens On Wednesday, June 1, 2016 at 3:26:27 PM UTC-4, S. Greco wrote: > > I got this bag through the last round of pre-orders after kicking myself > for missing the first round. I initially ordered it to put on a Weigle that > i've been slowly building up

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam / SimpleOne Sizing?

2016-06-13 Thread Brad
large side ride. And I seem to have long arms/torso, so big frames keep me from having to use really long stems. Brad P. Queens On Saturday, June 11, 2016 at 10:01:33 PM UTC-4, Eric Karnes wrote: > > Hi all- > > I'm on the lookout for a used Quickbeam or SimpleOne to replace my

[RBW] Re: Wald Big Basket + Nitto small front racks

2016-06-14 Thread Brad
of the load on my handlebars, like Grant has suggested on the Riv site (somewhere). Have said all that, I bought a Haulin Colin rack for my new bike and it's REALLY solid with a basket. Brad P. Queens On Tuesday, June 14, 2016 at 2:24:38 PM UTC-4, Minh wrote: > > First off, i

Re: [RBW] Re: Mark's/M18 failures?

2016-06-20 Thread Brad
lin Colin rack with Swift bag and Berthoud decaleur. It didn't occur to me that the decaleur also serves as a safety device in case of rack failure, but I guess that's an added bonus. Brad P. Queens On Monday, June 20, 2016 at 1:22:53 AM UTC-4, Northof49ncold wrote: > > > &

[RBW] Re: Marathon Supremes

2011-01-27 Thread Brad
I'm also running the 40mm Marathon Supremes on my Quickbeam with 50mm Berthoud fenders. I wouldn't have bought them (I'm a big Pasela fan) but they came on my used Quickbeam. I ride though a rough industrial neighborhood on my commute and, picking up nails, screws, glass, etc used to get 3 or 4 f

[RBW] Re: Trangia experiments

2010-08-12 Thread Brad
I use the catfood can style home made alcohol stove. It's a little easier to make than the soda can style, I think. It works great. I always hated the smell of the white gas I used in my MSR Whisperlight. And a friend had the hose on his MSR spring a leak while cooking. The white gas spraying

[RBW] Re: VO 50.4 BCD Crankset is here

2010-08-26 Thread Brad
On Aug 22, 1:30 am, charlie wrote: > Just wear some 2.5 mm thicker shoes ! > Yeah, it seems like between pedal, cleat, shoe, and sock variation you could easily have a 2.5mm variation in thickness. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Re: VO 50.4 BCD Crankset is here

2010-08-26 Thread Brad
s feel longer (or shorter). > > On Aug 26, 2:25 pm, Brad wrote: > > > > > On Aug 22, 1:30 am, charlie wrote: > > > > Just wear some 2.5 mm thicker shoes ! > > > Yeah, it seems like between pedal, cleat, shoe, and sock variation you > > could e

[RBW] Re: 5-Boro NYC Ride May 2

2010-02-06 Thread Brad
All good advice. I've ridden the 5 Borough and it was fun (especially riding over the Verrazano Bridge). But bike shop employees I know call it the "5 Borough Bike Crash" for good reason. I saw two bad collisions when I rode. And I'll second Steve's endorsement of the Tour de Bronx. It's my f

[RBW] Re: do quickbeams abound? or a SimpleOne?

2010-03-02 Thread Brad
I'm awaiting the news! I missed out on the last order of Quickbeams and I'm planning on ordering a 62cm Simpleone. If and when they start taking orders. Brad On Mar 1, 11:13 pm, Michael_S wrote: > or... perhaps a SimpleOne?  maybe we can entice GP to finalize the > bike and o

[RBW] Getting Close!!!

2009-03-31 Thread Brad
ing and over a year of waiting after placing the order. Woohoo! Brad --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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.

[RBW] Re: Things you love about RBW and things that make you groan

2009-04-13 Thread Brad
I'm really surprised at the number of people choosing to "Groan" about Rivendell. Sure, nothing and nobody is perfect but what is the point of this really? If you have the time and energy to complain about a company so desperately trying to do the right thing with a level of transparency that is a

[RBW] Re: Things you love about RBW and things that make you groan

2009-04-14 Thread Brad
Patrick, I'm not sure where you got sermon from my post, I said "peachy" not "preachy". :) Brad On Apr 14, 6:26 am, PATRICK MOORE wrote: > On Mon, Apr 13, 2009 at 1:07 PM, Brad wrote: > > > I'm really surprised at the number of people choosing to

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam crankset

2009-07-12 Thread Brad
akes a few measurements, a little math, and much finger crossing. Hope that's helpful. Actually, I hope that's correct... Brad On Jul 11, 1:45 pm, Michael Rivers wrote: > I'm interested in changing the stock cranks of my Quickbeam to a > single ring.  I don't use the smalle

[RBW] Re: Fork Shudder

2009-08-27 Thread Brad
f it solves the problem. Brad On Aug 27, 12:52 pm, MitchK wrote: > On Aug 26, 10:28 am, chris love wrote: > > > Anybody have any experience with eliminating fork shudder with > > cantis?  I'm running Tektro CR720's. > > Yes, on my Surly LHT with the exact same brak

[RBW] Re: Presidential Atlantis

2008-09-13 Thread Brad
"And the photo of Mr. Carter can't be that old.  The Rivendell has Grip King pedals." Actually, I think they might be the MKS "sneaker" pedals. Nevertheless, I'd like to think he still rides the Riv. Brad --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You

[RBW] Re: blatant commercial post-for sale

2008-12-12 Thread Brad
Sarah, I might be interested in the Vittoria "sky" shoes. Any idea if they run large/small? Brad On Dec 12, 7:43 am, Sarah Gibson wrote: > all prices include shipping within conti uscheck out the link to flickr to > see items including sizes of shoes availableand of course f

[RBW] Re: Warm Tucson Rides

2009-01-04 Thread Brad
Thanks for sharing Chris! I went to college at the UofA and was just there to ride El Tour and road several of these roads. Oro Valley was beautiful in particular. Can't wait to go back on uncrowded roads on my almost-ready-probably-by-spring Riv custom. Cheers!

[RBW] Re: SoCal Rivendell Riders Feb. Ride is in the can

2009-02-23 Thread Brad
time. :) Brad On Feb 23, 5:48 am, James Dinneen wrote: > Nice pictures. these pictures of California "off road" look pretty tame. Was > there other, tougher parts that you were just too tired to take pictures of? > Jim D. Massachusetts > > --- On Sun, 2/22/09, Ch

[RBW] Re: East Coast Rivendells / BOBs

2012-02-21 Thread Brad
Sounds like my Quickbeam. Did you notice an "I ♥ NY" patch on the saddlebag? I don't see a ton of Rivendells around the city, but I get excited when I do. Two weeks ago there was a nice Bleriot locked up near the Express DMV on 34th st. Brad On Feb 21, 4:10 pm, Chris wrote:

[RBW] Re: East Coast Rivendells / BOBs

2012-02-22 Thread Brad
7;m using bolt-on wheels and I'm not too worried about the front getting stolen (I lock the rear). My Brooks saddle is around 7 years old and has a ratty-looking cover. Definitely say hi! On Feb 22, 9:39 am, Chris wrote: > Hey Brad, > > I'll make sure to say hi next time I run into

[RBW] Re: East Coast Rivendells / BOBs

2012-02-22 Thread Brad
It was definitely a Bleriot! Once I spotted an VERY well used Yellow Atlantis on locked Delancy by the Williamsburg Bridge,though. On Feb 22, 9:20 am, Peter F wrote: > Brad, are you sure it wasn't an Atlantis outside the DMV? (Not that > I'd accuse any of us of mis-identifying a

[RBW] Re: East Coast Rivendells / BOBs

2012-02-23 Thread Brad
s it look cheap to discourage thieves (it helps that they develop holes that I patch with ragged pieces of duck tape). On Feb 23, 12:41 pm, Chris wrote: > That's an encouraging report, Brad!  I guess I'll start with short grocery > runs to Tribeca or Chinatown, once my bike i

[RBW] Re: East Coast Rivendells / BOBs

2012-02-23 Thread Brad
#x27;re a little tricky to get off. Or I've just been lucky. On Feb 22, 3:52 pm, Peter F wrote: > Can't speak for Brad, but I lock my Atlantis outside short term when > I'm running errands. Knock on wood, I haven't had any problems yet. At > least not with the bike itsel

[RBW] Re: "Just Repair"

2013-06-05 Thread Brad
This is terrific. I want to try out some of the tips from the fork repair section. You can still buy reprints of the original. I know what my cycling friends are getting for Christmas this year. Brad On Tuesday, June 4, 2013 2:13:32 PM UTC-4, Cyclofiend Jim wrote: > > Tip O' T

[RBW] WTT- 175mm Sugino XD2 crank for 170mm XD2

2015-10-29 Thread Brad
I have a moderately worn 175mm Sugino XD2 triple crank that I'd love to trade for your similar 170mm triple. Contact me off list if you're up for a trade! Brad -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubsc

[RBW] Re: NYC Rivs

2015-12-06 Thread Brad
I'm in Western Queens and will ride pretty much anywhere in NYC to meet up (West Village or LES is really easy). And I built up a little pile of parts I'd love to trade! My email: brad at bradparis.com Brad -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google G

[RBW] Re: NYC Rivs

2015-12-08 Thread Brad
I can do Thursday evening! Still having some issues with missing e-mails. Any interest in a meet up > Thurs. evening, place to be determined? > Alan > > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

Re: [RBW] Re: NYC Rivs

2015-12-10 Thread Brad
Sounds interesting. I've been curious about 718 since it showed up on the Riv dealer list. And I wish I knew how to build wheels... Brad (in Queens) On Thursday, December 10, 2015 at 10:09:01 AM UTC-5, Kainalu wrote: > > I won't be able to make it tonight, wherever you dec

[RBW] Re: In Japan! Any recommendations?

2018-07-26 Thread Brad
n't really think of Keirin races as cycling, that he associated them more with old drunk men and gambling. One of my favorite spots in Tokyo is the Meguro Parasitological Museum, but I have weird taste in tourist spots. Brad Queens On Wednesday, July 25, 2018 at 12:07:24 PM UTC-4, Manu

[RBW] Re: Grant is asking us to not run baskets on Nitto Racks

2018-08-28 Thread Brad
My dog rides in my front basket pretty often. Every once in a while, I'll get passed by a car and the passenger will yell out the window "...and your little dog too!" Brad Queens On Monday, August 27, 2018 at 3:27:17 PM UTC-4, masmojo wrote: > > Mark, Ive gotten rid

[RBW] Re: Not so permanent Basket + Rack

2018-08-31 Thread Brad
, so there's a lot of support for the basket. Now I'm curious about the tool box buckle technique... Brad Queens On Friday, August 31, 2018 at 1:47:46 AM UTC-4, Vincent Tamer wrote: > > Anyone got any ideas for a detachable wald setup? I love baskets in the > practical sens

[RBW] Re: Shimano cantilever brakes (CX-70/50) link wire question

2018-09-16 Thread Brad
I set up two bikes with CX-50's and, on both bikes, the link wire wasn't the right length to fit over fenders. I had generic straddle wire & carriers in my parts bin and they work great. Brad Queens On Saturday, September 15, 2018 at 3:03:29 PM UTC-4, Jeffrey B wrote: > &

[RBW] Re: Clem L 59 -- Considering a purchase

2018-10-06 Thread Brad
I ride a 59cm Clem L and my PBH is 88. The bike fits great, but there's not a lot of room to move the seat any lower. The water bottle cage is well forward of the space I occupy when I'm straddling the bike. Brad Queens On Saturday, October 6, 2018 at 12:13:05 AM UTC-4, RDS wro

[RBW] Re: NYC Bike Rental Recommendations.

2018-04-03 Thread Brad
I'll second this, but it's "718" (the area code for Brooklyn) not "717." Brad Queens On Tuesday, April 3, 2018 at 10:29:32 AM UTC-4, C Sharp wrote: > > 717 Cyclery! They’re a Riv dealer not too far from Prospect Park that > leads multi-day bike camping tou

[RBW] Re: Feeling the Rivets

2018-04-28 Thread Brad
don't feel like you need to push your butt back too far on the saddle? Brad Queens On Friday, April 27, 2018 at 9:31:43 PM UTC-4, John Hawrylak wrote: > > I use a B17, and when I climb or pedal hard (paceline), I tend to move > back on the B17 and feel the rivets. What does this i

[RBW] Re: NYC riders: fenders year-round?

2018-05-21 Thread Brad
I also ride with fenders year round. Sometimes it's raining, sometimes it just stopped raining, and sometimes it's trash day and the streets are covered with hot garbage juice! Brad Queens On Monday, May 21, 2018 at 5:03:52 PM UTC-4, Patch T wrote: > > Hi Bunch, > > Fo

[RBW] Re: 650b fenders for 50mm tires?

2018-06-02 Thread Brad
s that wide and the VO fenders are inexpensive compared to other options (like Honjo). Brad Queens On Saturday, June 2, 2018 at 10:50:17 AM UTC-4, Matt Beecher wrote: > > I'm a fan of Honjo and VO fenders, but what are my other options for good > quality metal fenders for 50mm 650

[RBW] Re: pinching fenders and Quickbeam clearances

2018-06-04 Thread Brad
tomato paste can and a lot of epoxy and I'm still using those fenders). In conclusion, Berthoud 50mm fenders fit on a QB and take a shocking amount of abuse! Brad Queens On Sunday, June 3, 2018 at 12:17:27 PM UTC-4, Patch T wrote: > > Hi Bunch, > > I've decided to fender t

[RBW] Re: dogs on Rivs

2018-06-20 Thread Brad
ground. That way she never got used to exiting > the bike from up in the basket and was less likely to try to jump out. > Also, the dog quickly realized that if she was on the bike, she was going > somewhere fun and not being left at home. > > In short, take it slow and m

[RBW] Re: shimano cx-70 canti question

2018-06-21 Thread Brad
ressed with the serviceability, but I'm not planning on replacing them quite yet. I'll try to flush them out a little more regularly over the winter. Brad Queens On Monday, June 4, 2018 at 9:45:03 AM UTC-4, JohnS wrote: > > This winter my CX-70's seemed to be dragging against

Re: [RBW] Re: shimano cx-70 canti question

2018-06-21 Thread Brad
ng and the cantilever body. My CX50s didn't bind, but felt rough. If I let them go long enough I'm pretty sure they would have frozen eventually. Note: I commute on the bike all winter in the salty northeast and don't wash & lube as often as I should. Brad Queens On Wednesday, Ju

Re: [RBW] dogs on Rivs

2018-06-22 Thread Brad
and she leans into turns. It sounds like Wally had a similar process: go slow and break it down into little steps. Brad Queens -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and sto

[RBW] Re: dogs on Rivs

2018-06-23 Thread Brad
but I don't think it could be possible to get an uncooperative dog in a backpack. And finally, my dog would love the Buddyrider. I could give her head scratches with my chin while riding! Brad Queens -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: dogs on Rivs

2018-06-23 Thread Brad
I don't think I've ever seen someone cycling with a bag that's actually made to carry dogs (or kids). Usually, they look like they're wedged into a typical backpack or messenger bag. Neither the dog nor the rider looks uncomfortable, but I'm sticking with the basket. B

[RBW] FS: Woolistic wool jersey from Rivendell

2018-02-03 Thread Brad
s on sale at Riv when I bought it. It has a couple of small holes, some pilling, and it's lightly covered with cat hair. I'm looking for $10 shipped! Such a low price to impress your friends at the next L' Eroica! PM me if you're interested. Brad P. Queens -- You rec

[RBW] Re: FS: Woolistic wool jersey from Rivendell

2018-02-04 Thread Brad
SOLD! -- 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@go

[RBW] Re: Clem L Sizing for Wife with 87.5 PBH

2018-02-08 Thread Brad
what gets me the reach I like without a 14cm stem. You might want to figure out the saddle to bars distances on the 52 and 59 to make sure you can get the reach you want with a stem in the normal size range. Brad On Saturday, February 3, 2018 at 9:21:48 PM UTC-5, tc wrote: > > Hey, >

[RBW] Re: Clem L Sizing for Wife with 87.5 PBH

2018-02-08 Thread Brad
h the G-Ones, it felt a little uncertain when I rode no-handed. With the Big Bens, it felt noticeably more stable without hands on the bars. I'll put the G-Ones back on in the spring and try some trail riding. Brad On Thursday, February 8, 2018 at 11:56:02 AM UTC-5, tc wrote: > > Than

[RBW] Re: First Riv/NYC RO

2018-02-18 Thread Brad
epresented (well, I'm assuming, I haven't managed to ride for the past 13 years or so...). Brad Queens On Saturday, February 17, 2018 at 11:19:09 PM UTC-5, Jacob wrote: > > I've been lurking around here for awhile and became a member when I > ordered the bike. Built it up

[RBW] Re: Surly Tuggnut on SimpleOne?

2018-03-05 Thread Brad
said, you shouldn't need chain tensioners with a freewheel. Brad Queens On Monday, March 5, 2018 at 1:04:12 PM UTC-5, Philip Williamson wrote: > > I don't (and wouldn't) use a tug nut with a fixed gear. > I think I use my knees, like Patrick, as the two extra hands. E

[RBW] Re: SOMA Demi Porteur

2018-03-20 Thread Brad
ve the Nitto 32F back and forth from my Quickbeam to my Grand Randonneur, so they're at least aware of where to put the braze-ons. Brad Queens On Tuesday, March 20, 2018 at 3:38:17 AM UTC-4, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Has anyone used this on a Riv? I'm thinking about putting one o

[RBW] Re: Figuring out a Rivendell

2020-01-14 Thread Brad
It's easy to burn all the paint off but Google Translate still doesn't do Elvish. Brad Queens -- 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

[RBW] Re: Semi-OT: chambray

2020-03-29 Thread Brad
. You can really go down the rabbit hole with this stuff! Brad Queens On Friday, March 27, 2020 at 1:54:11 PM UTC-4, Jay Lonner wrote: > > I just pulled my trusty MUSA blue chambray shirt out of the wash and it is > on its last legs, so to speak - significant fraying at the cuffs an

Re: [RBW] Re: Semi-OT: chambray

2020-03-29 Thread Brad
I was thinking about Gibson and Pattern Recognition when I was writing about repro workwear. Buzz Rickson is right in line with the other brands I mentioned. Brad Queens On Sunday, March 29, 2020 at 4:56:41 PM UTC-4, Jay Lonner wrote: > > The Epaulet stuff looks really nice, maybe to

[RBW] Re: Semi-OT: chambray

2020-04-09 Thread Brad
Thanks for the update. It seems like it's hard to find info in English about Post O'alls. I hear you with the sleeves (and fit in general). That vintage fit can look strange, especially if you're tall and skinny. Brad Queens On Thursday, April 2, 2020 at 11:42:17 AM UTC-4, Mi

[RBW] Re: Fall Ride Recommendations outside NYC?

2019-10-22 Thread Brad
continued on to Kerhonkson after Minnewaska): https://ridewithgps.com/trips/40675222 Brad Queens On Monday, October 21, 2019 at 4:26:58 PM UTC-4, ScaD wrote: > > Just checking to see if anyone has a Fall ride (mostly low cars or light > off road if possible) that's easy to reach by

[RBW] Re: Fall Ride Recommendations outside NYC?

2019-10-23 Thread Brad
kends during leaf-peeping season and you'll share the trails with a lot of walkers. If you can ride during the week, the trails are empty. Brad Queens On Tuesday, October 22, 2019 at 7:25:54 PM UTC-4, Mark Roland wrote: > > Just be aware that right around where the River to Ridge trail e

Re: [RBW] Re: How Rivendells are received in your city ... (was: Rivvish Shop in Santa Barbara?)

2016-09-15 Thread Brad
Quickly, off the top of my head, I can list 14 Rivs I've bumped into (or noticed locked up) in NYC. That's not counting riders on this list I've never met. I'm sure there are many more than 20 here. Brad P. Queens On Thursday, September 15, 2016 at 3:14:11 PM UTC-4, Sken

[RBW] Re: Sam on gravel and brakes

2016-09-16 Thread Brad
That looks like an amazing ride! From the photos, it looks like it's possible that you ended up with the long-pull version of the Genevalle brake levers. If that's the case, it would explain the weak brake power. On Thursday, September 15, 2016 at 3:01:23 PM UTC-4, twowheeledtexan wrote: > > H

[RBW] Re: Question about running fenders on a SimpleOne or Quickbeam

2016-10-02 Thread Brad
I'd consider it if I was buying a new wheel! Brad P. Queens On Friday, September 30, 2016 at 6:26:06 PM UTC-4, Jack Doran wrote: > > I'm in the market for some new fenders and I have a question for those of > you who run fenders on a Quickbeam, SimpleOne or any bike with a tr

[RBW] Re: Winter gloves

2016-01-19 Thread Brad
skills), I flip 'em off and let them hang from my wrists. Brad Queens On Tuesday, January 5, 2016 at 8:01:26 AM UTC-5, Belopsky wrote: > > What do you all wear? It's down to 10*F here and getting colder. Have > never been happy with my previous.. > > Had '

[RBW] Re: on bike bag theft

2016-03-04 Thread Brad
ster as valuable to the people who steal stuff around here. And like a lot of other posters have said, my bag looks pretty worn out and filthy. Brad NYC On Thursday, March 3, 2016 at 3:11:13 PM UTC-5, Patrick D Kelly wrote: > > I'm fishing for stories pro/con dealing with leaving bags &qu

[RBW] Re: Pass & Stow Porteur Rack Experiences.

2016-03-09 Thread Brad
realize it had the internal routing for lighting wires) and would give you lots of options carrying stuff. I also use a Nitto 32F with a basket on my Quickbeam and it works really well. Now that I've finished typing this, I realize that I'm not helping at all. Maybe just buy one of each

Re: [RBW] Re: Okay I get it now.

2013-01-28 Thread Brad
On Monday, January 28, 2013 11:40:45 AM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote: > > That's cute. Segue-ing violently: How have any of y'all carried ~ 8 lb > animals on your bikes? I'd like to find a way to carry my trained > attack/guard Chihuahua (who pees in fright when I come to take him to the > car)

[RBW] Re: Speaking of merit badges...Association of Caffeinated Wheelmen

2013-02-15 Thread Brad
Yep, I'll also buy 4 of anything you end up making (one for me and one for each of my fellow caffeinated wheelmen/women). On Friday, February 15, 2013 9:39:48 AM UTC-5, Zack wrote: > > I am so glad that everyone else had the same reaction to this - reading > through and being like "YES I WANT T

[RBW] Re: Back to that doggy backpack

2013-02-20 Thread Brad
o exiting the bike from up in the basket and was less likely to try to jump out. Also, the dog quickly realized that if she was on the bike, she was going somewhere fun and not being left at home. In short, take it slow and make it fun (for the dog). Brad On Tuesday, February 19, 2013 1

[RBW] Re: Riv-ish rides in metro NYC area?

2017-04-24 Thread Brad
ing up in June. I'd recommend it if you're trying to find interesting rides out of NYC. Brad On Monday, April 24, 2017 at 1:14:01 PM UTC-4, John G. wrote: > > Thanks again for the tips, everyone. I did the Van Cortland to Kitchawan > and back ride. Very lovely, though I lost the OCA

[RBW] Re: Riv-ish rides in metro NYC area?

2017-04-25 Thread Brad
ither one, so it nice to mix them up a bit. Brad Queen On Tuesday, April 25, 2017 at 10:34:28 AM UTC-4, Bob B wrote: > > Had to miss this past weekend but I'll be at the June ride! > > Geeze, I wanna know about these weird little connectors of which you speak! > > Bob B. &

[RBW] Re: D2R2 2017

2017-05-05 Thread Brad
v though. Seems like the ride's probably not appropriate for the Quickbeam. Brad Queens On Monday, April 24, 2017 at 10:50:59 PM UTC-4, Peter H wrote: > > Hi > > Anyone heading to the D2R2 this year? > > Sounds/looks like a great ride and a fun mellow weekend. > > I&#

[RBW] Re: FS: Appaloosa 51cm blue

2017-05-13 Thread Brad
She'll at least be very happy you called her "young!" On Friday, May 12, 2017 at 9:28:54 PM UTC-4, Joe Bernard wrote: > > SOLD! To a young lady who will hopefully ride it more than I did. Enjoy! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" gro

[RBW] Re: The BLAHG, eRivs?

2017-05-18 Thread Brad
ebike prices dropping and quality rising might be the series of events that pushes ebikes into the mainstream here. If it happens, it will be interesting to see how it affects cycling infrastructure here. Brad Queens On Thursday, May 18, 2017 at 2:53:44 AM UTC-4, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Gran

[RBW] Re: Appaloosa Video Review

2017-06-26 Thread Brad
Great review. My wife just got an Appaloosa too and she loves it (and we also live in Queens). If you see a powder blue Joe App out there, say hi. Brad Queens On Monday, June 26, 2017 at 9:30:01 AM UTC-4, Michael Morrissey wrote: > > Hi! Here's a little overview of my Appaloosa I re

[RBW] Re: New Foss tube? and tire?

2011-09-08 Thread Brad
remes, I think. And the tube (theoretically) shouldn't wear out. Also, the 700c/40 Supremes fit on the Quickbeam, but it's a little tight with fenders. Brad On Sep 7, 11:15 pm, charlie wrote: > Wondering if the new Foss tubes hold air as good as the Schwalbe tubes > plus.

[RBW] Re: Brake Shoes for Tektro 720's

2011-10-08 Thread Brad
e pad). The shorter pads clear my forks so I can open the brake arms all the way and remove my wheels without letting the air out of the tires. I'm curious about the shorter shoes that come with the new 720's. Does anyone know if they clear the fork arms/seat stays? Brad On Oct 3, 11:36 a

[RBW] Re: Stovetop Espresso (moka pot) tips please

2016-12-27 Thread Brad
About 20 years ago an Italian co-worker taught me to make coffee with a moka pot and her instructions were exactly the same as Jeff's, right down to never ever cleaning the pot! Brad Queens On Monday, December 26, 2016 at 10:24:50 PM UTC-5, sameness wrote: > > Dial in your grind.

[RBW] Re: Sam Frame on Ebay (need advice)

2017-03-08 Thread Brad
I agree with Bill. You aren't saving enough over a new Sam frame from Riv that comes with headset and bottom bracket installed. But I love the hand-drawn exploded diagram of the headset on the ebay listing. That's worth something, right? Brad Queens On Wednesday, March 8, 2017 at 1

[RBW] Re: Sam Frame on Ebay (need advice)

2017-03-10 Thread Brad
. Someone should buy the bike before I do something rash. It's a great deal. Brad Queens On Friday, March 10, 2017 at 8:45:27 AM UTC-5, Philip Kim wrote: > > why is it shady? seems like priced to sell. I sold mine last year for a > couple of hundred more, and I had dyno lights, r

[RBW] Re: why so many joe's up for sale?

2017-08-03 Thread Brad
> > I priced it at a number I could live with, and someone offered to pay it > without haggling. My wife bought Joe's Appaloosa and she LOVES it. Brad Queens -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.

[RBW] Re: How Do you like the XD2 wide/low double crank RBW sells?

2017-08-31 Thread Brad
7;t hesitate to buy the setup that Riv sells. Long story short, I wanted a Rene Herse compact double crank so I tried out the same gearing with the crank and chainrings I already had sitting around. And the guard keeps my pants slightly cleaner! Brad Queens On Thursday, August 31, 2017 at 3

[RBW] Re: How Do you like the XD2 wide/low double crank RBW sells?

2017-08-31 Thread Brad
7;t hesitate to buy the setup that Riv sells. Long story short, I wanted a Rene Herse compact double crank so I tried out the same gearing with the crank and chainrings I already had sitting around. And the guard keeps my pants slightly cleaner! Brad Queens On Thursday, August 31, 2017 at 3

[RBW] Re: NYC Century on Cheviot

2017-09-17 Thread Brad
Hi Antoine, There's a guy who shops at the Bushwick Food Coop and rides a Cheviot. Is that you? Brad Queens On Sunday, September 17, 2017 at 11:21:18 AM UTC-4, Antone Könst wrote: > > Thanks for the responses! > > Definitely want to check out this ride 'up north&

[RBW] Re: NYC Century on Cheviot

2017-09-17 Thread Brad
Hi Antone, There's a guy who shops at the Bushwick Food Co-op who rides a Cheviot. Is that you? Brad Queens On Sunday, September 17, 2017 at 11:21:18 AM UTC-4, Antone Könst wrote: > > Thanks for the responses! > > Definitely want to check out this ride 'up north&

[RBW] Re: NYC Century on Cheviot

2017-09-26 Thread Brad
ce <https://www.instagram.com/p/BUNvsR5gort/?taken-by=bread_palace> Brad P. Queens On Wednesday, September 20, 2017 at 12:09:13 AM UTC-4, Antone Könst wrote: > > Hey Brad - no, no food co-op for me...haven't actually seen another > Cheviot around, to my surprise. I guess it's sc

[RBW] Re: Thoughts/considerations for Clem as daily do-it-all bike?

2017-10-26 Thread Brad
ation, but it will definitely do all the things you listed (and more). Brad Queens Hi, all. I've had my eye on a Clem for a while now, and would appreciate > your take on whether it's a reasonable choice. > >- 5'10", ~85cm PBH, presumably in need of a 52cm fr

[RBW] Re: Thoughts/considerations for Clem as daily do-it-all bike?

2017-10-27 Thread Brad
I'm not so sure if Tully would fit the Clem L. I'm 6'0 with an 88" PBH and, with 170mm cranks, I don't think I have more than two cm of seat post showing above the seat lug. I definitely have a ton of standover though! On Friday, October 27, 2017 at 11:01:24 AM UTC-4, Brendan McD wrote: > > Tull

[RBW] FS: 62cm Quickbeam (with extra beausage!)

2017-10-31 Thread Brad
ots, but nothing that looks too bad. The decals range from bad condition to almost gone condition! All the parts on the bike on the bike are well-used, but everything is still in good working condition. Contact me off-list if you're interested. Brad Paris Queens -- You received this mes

[RBW] Re: FS: 62cm Quickbeam (with extra beausage!)

2017-11-04 Thread Brad
Sold! Thanks for all your interest. I happy to announce that the bike will get many more years of abuse in Queens. Brad Queens -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving e

[RBW] Re: Pics of your 59cm Clem L's

2017-11-20 Thread Brad
Here's mine: https://www.instagram.com/p/BaES0xKH8pQ/?taken-by=bread_palace I need to take a better pic one of these days. It now has skinnier tires and fenders. Brad Queens On Monday, November 20, 2017 at 7:26:35 PM UTC-5, Bob B wrote: > > There seem to be very few pics of th

[RBW] Re: Pics of your 59cm Clem L's

2017-11-21 Thread Brad
The Clem is wearing 2" Big Bens now. I liked the G Ones (particularly on bumpy roads and trails), but they didn't leave me enough room for metal fenders. Brad Queens On Monday, November 20, 2017 at 10:45:36 PM UTC-5, Kainalu V. wrote: > > How skinny? Were those big sc

[RBW] Re: Calling Ron Mc for handlebar comparison photo

2017-11-27 Thread Brad
t didn't bother my wrist. Brad Queens On Monday, November 27, 2017 at 8:22:10 AM UTC-5, alan lavine wrote: > > Thank you all for your suggestions. I have arthritis of the hands and > wrists, and unrelated, several degenerated spinal discs. These are > generally not too much

[RBW] Re: Huge Rosco Mixte

2017-11-27 Thread Brad
Is it because you're planning on breaking the one you already own? On Monday, November 27, 2017 at 9:44:14 PM UTC-5, Kainalu V. wrote: > > I would like to put it on hold for a few years please... > Thanks > -Kai > BK NY > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Gro

[RBW] WTB: Nitto Noodle 54cm

2024-01-06 Thread Brad Burger
Looking for a Nitto Noodle 54cm handlebar to purchase. Let me know if you are holdin'. Thank you, Brad -- 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, se

[RBW] Re: Laken aluminum watter bottles rattle in cages?

2011-03-14 Thread Brad Gantt
I have both types cages and the Laken bottles are silent in each. The Kings are super solid, even off-road. -- 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 unsubscri

Re: [RBW] Re: Speaking of that new RR 43 ....

2011-05-08 Thread Brad Gantt
Looks like the link for the RR preview was removed? Am I not looking in the right place? -- 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,

[RBW] Re: Columbia Gorge Ride

2011-05-20 Thread Brad Gantt
What a fantastic day. Great pics too. I really love the Gorge. Hard to know where to point your camera. -- 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 f

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