Re: [RBW] Eastern Oregon Teaser

2013-03-10 Thread Brian Hanson
Maupin = Awesome! I would love to drive down next time if you ever want to set up a Deschutes Riv Ride. Would be a good combo with fly fishing. Brian Seattle, WA On Sunday, March 10, 2013, Andy Smitty Schmidt <54ca...@gmail.com> wrote: > Funny that you mention Maupin... There was a motorcycle c

[RBW] Spring Seattle 200k

2013-03-11 Thread Brian Hanson
My 2nd 200k with the Seattle Randonneurs happened on Saturday. We had a glorious sunny day that made it up into the 60s. I rode the whole way with fellow Rambouillet riv-guy CurryBruce, and saw one other blue Ram on the ride. The Hilsen did pretty well other than one nice chainsuck that caused a

Re: [RBW] Re: Eastern OR/Columbia Gorge Riv Ride?

2013-03-11 Thread Brian Hanson
I have to be interested as I suggested it :) As such, I will have to make sure the timing works with the family - we have spring break the following week. Brian Seattle, WA On Mon, Mar 11, 2013 at 4:11 PM, Mike wrote: > Of course I'm interested. I'll talk with my wife about it. Hopefully I >

Re: [RBW] FS Honjo Fenders 26"

2013-03-13 Thread Brian Hanson
Still available? How wide? On Tuesday, March 12, 2013, John Kim wrote: > Hi all, > > I have for sale a new, never installed pair of Honjo Fenders hammered > finish with all hardware still in plastic H47-26CN, Alumi Honjo-Koken. I > never got around to installing it on my 26" Riv. I believe 26" H

Re: [RBW] Re: “Paleofantasy”: Stone Age delusions - Is Grant Eating the Wrong Stuff?

2013-03-14 Thread Brian Hanson
This is officially the "Rivendell Engine" thread. Totally relevant and appropriate! I will add another source to the debate, although others (maybe Grant) brought this up before, but since he's local (Seattle), I feel obligated to mention Stephan Guyenet. He's also an official scientist doing re

Re: [RBW] Spring-like morning ride report

2013-03-14 Thread Brian Hanson
I've been enjoying single layer wool and MUSA pants in Seattle. Beautiful sunset tonight in and out of showers. 50s all the way! Brian Hanson On Mar 14, 2013, at 2:52 PM, William wrote: > It's been a very beautiful week of weather in the East Bay. This morning I > got up e

Re: [RBW] New AHH Owner Intro

2013-03-15 Thread Brian Hanson
Congrats, Jack - I hope you enjoy your Homer as much as I have enjoyed mine! Brian Seattle, WA On Fri, Mar 15, 2013 at 11:08 AM, René Sterental wrote: > Ahhh, congratulations no getting your first Rivendell bike. The first of > many... I'm sure! I also got started with an AHH and now have an At

Re: [RBW] More yummy fat road bike tires on the market

2013-03-19 Thread Brian Hanson
Let me know how you manage to actually mount them :) I had a heck of a time getting one on an A23 rim, and decided to return them. I couldn't see dealing with a puncture in the wild with such a tight tire. Cypres, brother. Cypres... Brian Seattle, WA On Tue, Mar 19, 2013 at 2:41 PM, William

Re: [RBW] More yummy fat road bike tires on the market

2013-03-21 Thread Brian Hanson
. Brian Hanson On Mar 21, 2013, at 8:26 PM, William wrote: > Brian/stonehog > > I put the tires on tonight. Mavic Open Pro rims. They were snug, but > nothing crazy. No tire levers, bare hand install. They look fantastic on > the bike and I didn't even have to tweak my

Re: [RBW] Another dirt road exploration.

2013-03-21 Thread Brian Hanson
This looks like a great diversion from Rando this year, Mike. Nice roads! Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Mar 21, 2013, at 8:17 AM, Mike wrote: > My friend Ed and I got out yesterday for another dirt road exploration > yesterday, again on our singlespeeds. We took the Max train out to Hil

[RBW] Snow & Sun

2013-03-22 Thread Brian Hanson
This morning I got up to snow, so I made the best of it and took the wooly mammoth bike to work. On the way home, it was sunny, so I took some pics. Nice spring in Seattle. http://flic.kr/s/aHsjEruWhz Brian Hanson Seattle, WA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

Re: [RBW] Taping Technique

2013-03-24 Thread Brian Hanson
Another way to do it if you like diamonds: http://youtu.be/Le43Tm6neVo Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Mar 24, 2013, at 5:35 PM, JL wrote: > There is a reason for not starting at the stem. Unless the bars are going to > be shellacked, starting at the stem puts the open end of the wraps

Re: [RBW] New Rivendell Sam Hillborne

2013-03-24 Thread Brian Hanson
I looove the new blue Hillborne color! Nice bike, Michael! Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Mar 24, 2013, at 8:44 PM, Michael wrote: > Just got it from Rivendell a few weeks ago. My first new Rivendell bike. > I was on the fence about a drop build vs. moustache bar build. I got drops. &

Re: [RBW] Repainted and rebuilt low trail Hunqapillar

2013-03-24 Thread Brian Hanson
e. I may have to try the reverse levers. Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Sun, Mar 24, 2013 at 10:36 PM, René Sterental wrote: > Hi all, > > After spending all weekend in the delicious task of rebuilding my newly > painted Hunqapillar with its low trail fork, I'm happy to report that

Re: [RBW] Re: Pics of you on your Rivendell.

2013-03-29 Thread Brian Hanson
http://flic.kr/p/dQhZKG Not a riv, but lugged 80's MTB and Sackville. Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Mar 29, 2013, at 6:09 PM, Kelly wrote: > Well as long as it doesn't have to be a "good picture" I'll bite. > > http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/8

Re: [RBW] Long Shen trip

2013-03-30 Thread Brian Hanson
I am guessing the Clem Smith is for tall folks. On Saturday, March 30, 2013, Mike Schiller wrote: > fat tired touring bikes must be the latest bike craze...I read in VO Blog > that they are thinking about having one made. Also mentions that the VO > owner had lunch with Grant in Taipei. Small wo

Re: [RBW] Repainted and rebuilt low trail Hunqapillar

2013-03-30 Thread Brian Hanson
be much >> better than the Tektros. The Tektros work well on flat commutes and regular >> street riding, but I want to make sure I have brakes when I need them, and >> not that I'll be pressing the levers like crazy while my tires slow and >> then stop... or don't. >

Re: [RBW] Re: Recommended 26" tires

2013-04-02 Thread Brian Hanson
I would second the recommendation on the Compass 1.75" tires. They really transformed the ride. I replaced Kojak 2" tires which always felt a bit dead, but cushy. I find the Compass tires to roll more freely, and I seem to ride my commute just as quickly now on my 26er. Brian Seattle, WA On T

Re: [RBW] Sidepull brakes versus Cantilevers

2013-04-05 Thread Brian Hanson
be best served by another opinion from a heavy rider. Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Thu, Apr 4, 2013 at 11:25 AM, john wrote: > I've been searching the archives for a specific topic which I have not > found. Excuse me if I missed it. > > Due to the fact that an auto struck me while

Re: [RBW] The Wasco County Ramble!

2013-04-07 Thread Brian Hanson
Wow - great pics! I so, so, so wanted to make this trip. Hoping for a repeat... Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Apr 7, 2013, at 9:45 AM, Mike wrote: > So four of us set out to ride a route laid out by Andy starting in Maupin, > OR. What a great route. We started off rolling along the Des

[RBW] More Diamonds and Midged Hunqapillar

2013-04-08 Thread Brian Hanson
In the never ending quest to always change a good thing, I replaced the Noodles on the Hunqa (still going strong on the Hilsen - won't take em off that one) with Midge bars. They fit the dirt dynamic of the Mammoth bike better. I still had to diamond 'em up, tho: http://flic.kr/s/aHsjEDaGcN Bri

Re: [RBW] my sort of new to me Hunqapillar

2013-04-08 Thread Brian Hanson
Nice bike, Christian! I think my Hunqa would do a brevet, in its current config, as well. When I have it outfitted with similar wheels/tires and bars as my Hilsen, it's a bit stiffer, but a superbly comfortable ride. Nice to know that it is a proven alternate if the Hilsen has an issue pre-ride..

Re: [RBW] my sort of new to me Hunqapillar

2013-04-09 Thread Brian Hanson
Velocity Synergy and GB Cypres. Like butter. Mobile Brian Hanson On Apr 9, 2013, at 9:17 AM, Christian wrote: > The Paselas completely transformed the bike. GB Cypres might be next. I am > imagining having a set of Cypres and maybe BG Rock n Roads to swap back and > forth. T

[RBW] Suntour is back & says it's keeping it real w/ old skool ideology

2013-04-12 Thread Brian Hanson
Forwarding from the Rando list. Interesting from the many Rivs with Suntour components... Brian Hanson Seattle, Wa Begin forwarded message: > From: Jenny Oh Hatfield > Date: April 12, 2013, 9:36:27 AM HST > To: ran...@googlegroups.com > Subject: [Randon] Suntour is back & says

Re: [RBW] Campus pedal inquiry

2013-04-16 Thread Brian Hanson
es in the rain, but I generally wear waterproof Sidis then as I hate wet feet. Brian Hanson Maui, HI (usually Seattle, WA) On Apr 16, 2013, at 7:30 AM, Tim Gavin wrote: > I like the Shimano PD-A530 campus pedals (apparently you can even mount > reflectors. huh.), but the platform isn&#x

[RBW] Spring Commutes

2013-04-23 Thread Brian Hanson
I've been riding the past few days in the nice sunny Seattle spring on my Hunqa and Homer with some new combos. Here are some pics of the current iteration of the Hunqapillar with Midge bars and Resist Nomad tires. I like the Midges so far, and the best thing is they allow room for the large Wald

Re: [RBW] Re: What'r you using for cush on your Moustache Bars under your tape?

2013-04-24 Thread Brian Hanson
I wrap mine with diamonds. Brian Seattle, WA On Wed, Apr 24, 2013 at 9:50 PM, BSWP wrote: > Just more tape... double-layered. I find that comfort is enhanced with > extra girth, not so much with soft plushness. > > - Andrew, Berkeley > > -- > You received this message because you are subscrib

Re: [RBW] Re: Spring Commutes

2013-04-24 Thread Brian Hanson
It's a semi custom rack made by a local Seattle builder for the Rawland rSogn. http://www.haulincolin.com/porteur.html Brian Seattle, WA On Wed, Apr 24, 2013 at 7:32 AM, Edwin W wrote: > What is the front rack under the basket? > > > Edwin > > -- > You received this message because you are su

Re: [RBW] Re: Spring Commutes

2013-04-25 Thread Brian Hanson
So far so good. Only the second season, but I wipe them down after they go through a squall. Mobile Brian Hanson On Apr 25, 2013, at 1:45 PM, Tom Goodmann wrote: > Handsome bikes! I really like the front rack set-up on the Hunqa. How do > those wooden fenders do on wet days in Rai

Re: [RBW] Introduction

2013-04-25 Thread Brian Hanson
Hmmm - 5+ different bar combos in one year? Check! Let's not stop there - I also see multiple harlequin wraps, wood fenders, buncha tires, classic Hunqa paint? I applaud this guy! We are souls separated by geography. Welcome! Brian Seattle, WA On Thursday, April 25, 2013, Manuel Acosta wrot

Re: [RBW] Re: Riding without a computer

2013-05-03 Thread Brian Hanson
I've used an iPhone and currently have a Garmin 810. I like them both for different reasons. The Garmin is more of a single purpose device I use on longer rides. The main differentiator for me is that Garmin's battery life (17 hrs) compared to the iPhone's (4 hrs). I generally have the iPhone d

Re: [RBW] Share Photos of Your Custom Painted Atlantis

2013-05-04 Thread Brian Hanson
Happy to oblige. Just took some photos on the commute to work yesterday. Still get comments on this copper paint! Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Sat, May 4, 2013 at 12:35 PM, Scot Brooks wrote: > Not an Atlantis, but maybe stonehog (?) will pop in with a pic of his > copper AHH. Nicest

Re: [RBW] Share Photos of Your Custom Painted Atlantis

2013-05-04 Thread Brian Hanson
Yes - it helps to add the link... http://flic.kr/s/aHsjEXEmYM Brian On Sat, May 4, 2013 at 2:03 PM, Brian Hanson wrote: > Happy to oblige. Just took some photos on the commute to work yesterday. > Still get comments on this copper paint! > > Brian Hanson > Seattle, WA >

[RBW] Cinco de Mayo Ride

2013-05-05 Thread Brian Hanson
single-track climb up from the Sound. The Homer can climb like a cross country bike! http://flic.kr/s/aHsjEYnmQr Brian Hanson Seattle, WA -- 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] Re: Cinco de Mayo Ride

2013-05-05 Thread Brian Hanson
Yes, yes, omg! Yes!! Brian Hanson On May 5, 2013, at 5:40 PM, Andy Smitty Schmidt <54ca...@gmail.com> wrote: > Great pics. A perfect example of why I live in the NW. > Side note... it would be fun to do a PDX vs Seattle ride sometime. We could > meet in the middle and have a Ri

Re: [RBW] Re: Interesting discussion: Riv bikes v. BQ bikes

2013-05-07 Thread Brian Hanson
Jan and Grant remind me of old "Outdoor Life" writers like Jack O'Connor who brought romance and excitement to their sport (hunting). They promote the sport they love through their ideas and designs, but both love different things about the sport/lifestyle. I generally love reading everything the

Re: [RBW] BQ and RIV bike diffs

2013-05-09 Thread Brian Hanson
Amen to the moonlander, though I wouldn't want that kind of distance on one :) I see all kinds of bikes on Randos, and I would say that the traditional low-trail front bagger is in the relative minority, although it is making inroads. Brian Seattle, WA On Thu, May 9, 2013 at 9:04 AM, Jim Thill

Re: [RBW] Re: Cinco de Mayo Ride

2013-05-09 Thread Brian Hanson
on road and gravel. Climbing dirt is >> pretty easy on the Cypres-shod Hilsen. Good bits included some fast Paul >> Racer brake-testing descents (worked perfectly) at about 40 mph, and a nice >> single-track climb up from the Sound. The Homer can climb like a cross >>

Re: [RBW] Betty Foy and Red Brooks

2013-05-11 Thread Brian Hanson
I vote red! Saddle matching is the new bag matching. I have a blue B17 on one bike, and like the matchy aspect. Brian Seattle, WA On Sat, May 11, 2013 at 8:05 AM, PATRICK MOORE wrote: > Only > > On Fri, May 10, 2013 at 2:43 PM, LeahFoy wrote: > > Welcome! The initiation for new listmembers

Re: [RBW] WTT: My B17 for your Imperial.

2013-05-11 Thread Brian Hanson
Michael - just make your own out of the B17: http://wp.me/p1kJzU-5S Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Sat, May 11, 2013 at 8:26 PM, Michael wrote: > Looking to try an Imperial - black or browns, honey, etc. > I have a black B17 that has probably less than 200 miles on it. > In very good s

Re: [RBW] Re: Large SaddleSack Load and Anchor Questions

2013-05-11 Thread Brian Hanson
I'll second the zip-tie advice. I have the medium and just use 2 zip-ties to steady it on the rear of the bag at the rack. Brian Seattle, WA On Sat, May 11, 2013 at 10:52 PM, Anne Paulson wrote: > My Large Saddlesack is permanently on my bike. I was using zipties to > attach bag to rack, but s

Re: [RBW] Can't leave any of my bikes static for long...

2013-05-12 Thread Brian Hanson
Nice setup, David. I love the new tape job, too! I have recently moved the shifters to the stem on my Miyata, and like the change up. I'm using the "stacked" method that Rene pointed out. Brian Hanson Seattle, Wa On May 12, 2013, at 10:48 AM, David Spranger wrote: &

Re: [RBW] Long commute in the PNW- advice?

2013-05-13 Thread Brian Hanson
Tim - I do 13 one-way fairly often in my "long-way" Seattle commute. Here are a few things I've found that helps: 1. leave the heavy clothes at work, and don't carry your computer if you can help it. 2. give yourself ample time, and take your time - easy to get tired out after a few days of an hou

Re: [RBW] Re: Seattle vs Portland Country Bike Rumble - June 1st

2013-05-13 Thread Brian Hanson
This is close to Randle/Morton/Packwood - could try something interesting? It may be a bit of a ride from the train station, but if we have time, it would be cool. Babyshoe Pass? http://janheine.wordpress.com/2013/01/22/rides-to-remember/ Brian Seattle, WA On Mon, May 13, 2013 at 4:19 PM, Andy

Re: [RBW] Dynamo charging system

2013-05-15 Thread Brian Hanson
Shawn - was the bright bike the only device drawing from the dynamo, or did you also power lights? Mobile Brian Hanson On May 15, 2013, at 6:12 AM, shawn wrote: > For those of you who may be looking into a charging system for your dynamo > hub I thought I would share my recent expe

Re: [RBW] Re: Seattle vs Portland Country Bike Rumble - June 1st

2013-05-15 Thread Brian Hanson
Isn't everyone biking there? :) Brian Seattle, WA On Wed, May 15, 2013 at 10:21 AM, Andy Smitty Schmidt <54ca...@gmail.com>wrote: > One thought about starting/ending in Randle... not sure we have many > options for places to leave cars... especially if we go overnight. > > -- > You received th

Re: [RBW] Are Rivendells too versatile?

2013-05-16 Thread Brian Hanson
the nice stuff on it, so it's going to stay that way for a while... http://flic.kr/p/egKppk Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Thu, May 16, 2013 at 9:20 AM, Mike wrote: > I've had my Hilsen now almost 5yrs. It's been a great bike and quite > versatile. I've used it for sporty

Re: [RBW] Re: Seattle vs Portland Country Bike Rumble - June 1st

2013-05-19 Thread Brian Hanson
It looks like there is about 77" snow at white pass today (5800 ft). Perhaps 4 ft of snow a thousand feet lower would be my uneducated guess. If temps stay in the 40s for the next few weeks, we may be OK. I like the looks of both routes, but would go with the lower one this time of year. http:/

[RBW] Albas and Vs

2013-05-20 Thread Brian Hanson
http://flic.kr/s/aHsjFbUfmC The commute home on the new Alba setup. In short, I really love these bars on the Hunqapillar. It gives a great range of positions, and the older mtb long stem reaches me out for those pesky May headwinds that are a blowin'. The wide stance gives me a lot more contro

Re: [RBW] Re: Seattle vs Portland Country Bike Rumble - June 1st

2013-05-20 Thread Brian Hanson
Can we get a Seattle headcount on this ride? Who's in so far? I can take one person with me in my pickemup truck. Also - are we aligned on a date/time yet? How about meeting up in Randle/Packwood at noonish on Saturday the 1st? Folks (like me) that are overnighting can head out Sunday from the

Re: [RBW] Re: Seattle vs Portland Country Bike Rumble - June 1st

2013-05-21 Thread Brian Hanson
Ready and willing. Brian Hanson On May 21, 2013, at 4:05 PM, Andy Smitty Schmidt <54ca...@gmail.com> wrote: > I think our best bet is to meet/camp at the North Fork CG off of FS Road 23 > (here). > > It looks like the CG is wide open. I'd be happy to make a reservat

Re: [RBW] Sackville Shop Sack & Wald basket

2013-05-23 Thread Brian Hanson
of rain (Seattle, duh...) and only had a few drops come through the zipper on rare occasions. Pics: Large : http://flic.kr/p/enhtzT Medium: http://flic.kr/p/c4tUGu Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Thu, May 23, 2013 at 6:24 PM, Roger wrote: > I've had both the large and medium Walds on a

Re: [RBW] Sackville Shop Sack & Wald basket

2013-05-23 Thread Brian Hanson
t I've ever come across. >> They even keep things dry. I've been through lots of rain (Seattle, >> duh...) and only had a few drops come through the zipper on rare occasions. >> >> >> Pics: >> >> Large : http://flic.kr/p/enhtzT >> Medium: ht

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for AHH?

2013-05-29 Thread Brian Hanson
Great tire for Homer = Grand Bois Cypres. I have a pair in reserve waiting for the current pair on my Homer to wear out. Also like Jack Brown greens. 90% road 10% gravel commute for me. Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On May 29, 2013, at 6:59 PM, Steve Palincsar wrote: > On Wed, 2013-05-29 at

Re: [RBW] Re: Alba vs. Bosco

2013-05-29 Thread Brian Hanson
I offer a different opinion on the Bosco. I find it to be more versatile than the Albatross as it gives a nice long stretched flats position, and a few upright positions. You need one of two things to make this bar work - a longer top tube that you may find typically appropriate for your sizing,

Re: [RBW] I raced my Riv in a "mountain bike race"

2013-05-29 Thread Brian Hanson
Alex - you had the coolest bike in the race, hands-down! Way to go! Brian Seattle, WA On Mon, May 27, 2013 at 9:03 PM, Alex Moll wrote: > Ski to Sea (aka the Bellingham Olympics) is a 93 mile, 7-leg relay race > from Mount Baker to Bellingham Bay. My principal and a group of teacher > buddies

[RBW] Rivet Softening

2013-05-29 Thread Brian Hanson
I've had a Rivet Pearl for nearly a year, and recently did the Lon Haldeman break-in as a last ditch attempt to make the saddle usable for me. It worked. Story and pics here: http://stonehog.wordpress.com/2013/05/29/soften-the-rivet/ Brian Seattle, WA -- You received this message because you a

Re: [RBW] Loaded Bombadil

2013-05-30 Thread Brian Hanson
Did you have an elf holding the bike on the other side so the kickstand wouldn't snap? :) Wow! Awesome setup, Kelly! Have fun! Brian Seattle, WA On Thu, May 30, 2013 at 7:53 PM, Anne Paulson wrote: > Looks like the right amount of stuff to me. > > > On Thu, May 30, 2013 at 12:03 PM, Kelly

Re: [RBW] Re: Seattle vs Portland Country Bike Rumble - June 1st

2013-05-31 Thread Brian Hanson
I plan to head down around 8-9 in the AM if anyone needs transport from the Seattle end. Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On May 31, 2013, at 8:07 AM, Andy Smitty Schmidt <54ca...@gmail.com> wrote: > We've got plenty of space (both parking and camping) if anyone's on the fence >

Re: [RBW] Sunday Morning Ramble.

2013-06-02 Thread Brian Hanson
Nice pics, mike! If you were 100 miles north, you could have traversed some snow fields with us a mile from Babyshoe Pass! Pics coming. Brian Hanson On Jun 2, 2013, at 5:09 PM, Mike wrote: > Got out for a nice morning ramble on the Hilsen today with my friend John. > Mileage wa

Re: [RBW] Re: SEA v PDX... and the winner is...

2013-06-03 Thread Brian Hanson
s great on day 1, too! My mess of pics: http://flic.kr/s/aHsjFK62Nt Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Mon, Jun 3, 2013 at 8:02 PM, Aaron Young <1ce...@gmail.com> wrote: > Here's a link to the few photos I took: > > http://www.flickr.com/photos/sk8_or_die/sets/72157633916462224/ &g

Re: [RBW] Fwd: Seattle tour Oct. 1st: weather too iffy?

2013-06-05 Thread Brian Hanson
In general, the weather goes gray on Sept 15th, but last year we had a sunny, warm October. Who really knows? Brian Hanson On Jun 5, 2013, at 1:00 PM, Anne Paulson wrote: > Hey Pacific Northwest Riv folks, > > My touring buddy and I are thinking about a bike tour starting end

Re: [RBW] Re: Large Sackville SaddleSack

2013-06-05 Thread Brian Hanson
Aaron had the "small" tan on the recent rumble ride. It was a great looking bag. Exactly like the olives, but tan :) http://flic.kr/p/eCuneN Brian On Wed, Jun 5, 2013 at 7:45 PM, Dave wrote: > I've seen em in person, and have been using the tan small saddlesack since > December. They look

Re: [RBW] Re: Am I nuts?

2013-06-06 Thread Brian Hanson
the Hunqapillar with Albatross, Duremes, and V's felt even more forgiving the day before, but that descent was much less knarly except for the short stretch down to the river. Mobile Brian Hanson On Jun 6, 2013, at 1:46 PM, Montclair BobbyB wrote: > I know the Rivs are tough...I'm

Re: [RBW] Re: I rode my A. Homer Hilsen on a 600K brevet (a link to a blogpost)

2013-06-13 Thread Brian Hanson
I like my AHH for my rando rides - I have it all set up, but still ride a lot of commute miles on it. The farthest I've done so far is 200k, but have a goal to get a 300k in this year. I'm doing the slow but sure method of increasing mileage, and can't imagine a 600/1200k yet! I agree with Toshi

Re: [RBW] Re: Brooks Cambium C-17 First Look

2013-06-19 Thread Brian Hanson
To me this is a question of time in the saddle. If I'm commuting or on a ride up to about 25 miles, normal shorts/undies are fine (though I still find cotton lousy due to lack of wicking). If I'm doing a longer ride, I'll put on the padded wool shorts. It's not just the padding that helps on lon

Re: [RBW] Re: Albatross or Noodles - Help Me Decide

2013-06-20 Thread Brian Hanson
Get both, and extra cables. Change between them as the mood strikes you. Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Jun 20, 2013, at 4:46 PM, Minh wrote: > I ride both, on bikes with very similiar dimensions (both riv's), they are > very different and both good. > > the albas look less

Re: [RBW] Rivish Spots Around Downtown Seattle?

2013-06-21 Thread Brian Hanson
Check out Free Range Cycles in Fremont. I would try to meet you for a coffee, but I'm actually in Rivendell (San Fran) country tomorrow. https://plus.google.com/app/basic/local/103881115136976357546/about?gl=US&hl=en-US Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Jun 21, 2013, at 12:37 AM, Christo

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone done a metric century or longer on Albas?

2013-06-22 Thread Brian Hanson
I stand up all the time with Albas. As long as the stem is out a bit more than drops, I find them almost easier to stand with. Extra room and leverage. Brian Hanson On Jun 22, 2013, at 1:39 PM, Michael Hechmer wrote: > Don't mean to change the topic. I don't ride Albs but

Re: [RBW] Re: Big Sur Tour

2013-06-23 Thread Brian Hanson
Great pics! That looks like quite a trip. Brian On Sun, Jun 23, 2013 at 8:32 AM, Anne Paulson wrote: > Sounds like a great trip! Touring the Pacific Coast in the warmer > months is always a bike party. > > Another lesson: Check with local cyclists if possible. Locals would > probably not have

Re: [RBW] Re: Running Amok in Portland

2013-07-03 Thread Brian Hanson
Looks like a great ride! Envy... Brian Hanson (stuck inside with dreaded summer cold) Seattle, WA On Jul 3, 2013, at 7:05 PM, Andy Smitty Schmidt <54ca...@gmail.com> wrote: > Great to meet you, David and thanks for the excuse to get out for a mid-week > ride. > > I put

[RBW] riv ride redux

2013-07-06 Thread Brian Hanson
I did a more thorough ride report on last month's Seattle vs. Portland Riv Rumble - hopefully inspiration to the nor-cal vs. so-cal rumble coming up. Special thanks to Chris and Andy for extra photographs! http://stonehog.wordpress.com/2013/07/06/camping-with-bikes/ Brian Hanson Seattl

Re: [RBW] Re: poll: what do you have on your rack (s)?

2013-07-08 Thread Brian Hanson
Currently: AHH - Marks & Platrack with Acorn Tall Boxy Rando on front - toolbag on saddle Hunqa - Haulin' Colin rack with SaddleSack Medium (on the front) and SaddleSack XS on rear Past iterations include medium and large Wald baskets and associated ShopSacks. Brian Hanson Seattle, W

Re: [RBW] What brand was that Japanese bartape RBW just stopped selling?

2013-07-08 Thread Brian Hanson
Viva Brian Seattle, WA On Mon, Jul 8, 2013 at 8:12 PM, Michael wrote: > They make a color that matches the Bleriot almost perfectly I want to put > on the Bleriot. > > Anyone know? > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. >

Re: [RBW] What brand was that Japanese bartape RBW just stopped selling?

2013-07-08 Thread Brian Hanson
http://store.somafab.com/vivatape.html Soma has a good selection, and there is also a few colors listed on the Jitensha site. Best tape I've used. Brian Seattle, WA On Mon, Jul 8, 2013 at 9:55 PM, Brian Hanson wrote: > Viva > > Brian > Seattle, WA > > > On M

Re: [RBW] Re: Terrible News

2013-07-09 Thread Brian Hanson
Seth - you will be missed, my friend. The list brings sadness today. Looking at your Flickr favorites, you have a bit of all of us there. Brian Seattle, WA Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Tue, Jul 9, 2013 at 9:38 PM, Evan Spacht wrote: > While I never knew, or had the pleasure of correspond

Re: [RBW] good ride

2013-07-10 Thread Brian Hanson
Erik - I've always admired your photos! Thanks for the recent batch. If you ever organized a Riv Ride combined with a photography tutorial, you would find a full crowd showing up. Brian Seattle, WA Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Wed, Jul 10, 2013 at 6:43 PM, erik jensen wrote: > hi

Re: [RBW] Re: Terrible News

2013-07-10 Thread Brian Hanson
http://stonehog.wordpress.com/2013/07/10/a-sad-day/ I would love to send something along to Seth's family/friends. Brian Seattle, WA Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Wed, Jul 10, 2013 at 9:57 PM, Eric Norris wrote: > I'm in. > > > Eric N > www.CampyOnly.com > CampyOn

Re: [RBW] My wife's new Betty Foy

2013-07-12 Thread Brian Hanson
Another beautiful Betty! Brian Seattle, WA Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Fri, Jul 12, 2013 at 8:00 AM, Addison Wilhite wrote: > Thought I'd pass along a few pics. Today was her first commute on the > bike. Still dialing a few things in but she's loving it. &

Re: [RBW] Northwest Roadtrip with bikes

2013-07-13 Thread Brian Hanson
Nice pics, Franklyn! Looks like a great trip! Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Jul 12, 2013, at 5:46 PM, franklyn wrote: > A couple of weeks ago I asked the list for some suggestions on places to ride > for my Pacific NW roadtrip. We ended up staying twice in Portland with a > 3-n

Re: [RBW] Family Bike Tour

2013-07-14 Thread Brian Hanson
The risks are worth the rewards. These pictures show it in spades. Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Jul 13, 2013, at 9:52 AM, Andy Smitty Schmidt <54ca...@gmail.com> wrote: > Landing back at home after a week bike tour with my family and hearing the > news about Seth V was/is gut wre

Re: [RBW] Are fenders necessary for a Pacific NW tour in August?

2013-07-18 Thread Brian Hanson
I leave em on all year. Keeps the bike clean. You will probably hit wet roads at some point this time of year. Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Jul 18, 2013, at 7:58 AM, Michael Williams wrote: > Hey group, just wanted to ask some of the Pacific NWers on the list if it > is necessary t

Re: [RBW] My New Sam

2013-07-20 Thread Brian Hanson
Lovely Sam! Two tone is key! Great classic riv build. Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Jul 20, 2013, at 6:38 AM, djbardwil wrote: > Like most of us I would imagine, I keep lookout on the Rivendell site and am > also the happy owner of a Custom and an Atlantis. Both bikes were local >

Re: [RBW] Re: Dawn of the Hunqapillar

2013-07-23 Thread Brian Hanson
Shawn - we need to go for a ride - I have a 54cm hunqa, too, and it's set up very similarly. http://flic.kr/p/eCurLu The purpose is a camper bike, but I mainly use it for commuting. Let me know if your up for a ride one of these days... Brian Seattle, WA Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Tue

Re: [RBW] Cycling is inherently conservative.

2013-07-27 Thread Brian Hanson
frustrated drivers. My bike commute, when averaged out over the changing traffic patterns, is the same as driving a car. I am also refreshed at work. So worth it. Sad state of affairs - everyone has been sold into thinking they need cars for their day-to-day errands. Brian Seattle, WA Brian

Re: [RBW] Moved, 50% by Bicycle

2013-07-28 Thread Brian Hanson
The Hilsen can do anything! Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Jul 27, 2013, at 9:48 PM, Christopher Chen wrote: > Hey Gang: > > So I moved apartments, 20 blocks diagonally, if you use the pythagorean > theorem, down a subtle but noticeable hill. I decided to do some or most of >

Re: [RBW] Roll On, Columbia, Roll On: PDX-Astoria-Centralia

2013-08-04 Thread Brian Hanson
Nice ride, Shawn! That area is on my list. Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Aug 4, 2013, at 1:22 PM, "shawn m." wrote: > Just returned last night from a whirlwind four-day bike adventure around the > Columbia River. I was an epic ride that I hope I never have to do the same >

[RBW] Long can be good, too

2013-08-04 Thread Brian Hanson
ed that last 50 miles and enjoyed the feeling of pulling in after a full day of awesome scenery in perfect weather! Pix proved it happened: http://flic.kr/s/aHsjHhzZyg Brian Hanson Seattle, WA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch&qu

Re: [RBW] Long can be good, too

2013-08-05 Thread Brian Hanson
One too many chain sucks broke the outer plate. I would like to work up to a longer multiple-day ride some day. More just riding in my future. Brian Hanson On Aug 4, 2013, at 7:24 PM, Tony DeFilippo wrote: > Brian, congratulations on making your ride goal for the year! All the bet

Re: [RBW] Re: Long can be good, too

2013-08-05 Thread Brian Hanson
Yes - it was with SIR, and was extremely well run. The 3 Volcanos ride is definitely on the list! Brian Hanson On Aug 5, 2013, at 7:42 AM, Mike wrote: > Brian, congrats on finishing and thanks for posting the pictures. Looks like > an incredible ride. I love the 300k distance. While

Re: [RBW] Re: Long can be good, too

2013-08-07 Thread Brian Hanson
. Brian Seattle, WA Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Wed, Aug 7, 2013 at 11:46 AM, john wrote: > Brian, I'm curious about your saddle choice for the long ride. Over on > your blog you discussed softening a Pearl saddle with success. I can't > quite tell from the pictures, but it looks

Re: [RBW] Re: Furious Freds, anyone? Racing Ralphs?

2013-08-08 Thread Brian Hanson
love mine, BTW - awesome ride - probably made my older Miyata with Bosco's a favorite bike. Now if I could just lower the bottom bracket... Brian Seattle, WA Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Thu, Aug 8, 2013 at 11:14 PM, Philip Williamson < philip.william...@gmail.com> wrote: > Oh - &

Re: [RBW] Re: Leaving RBW Owners Bunch

2013-08-08 Thread Brian Hanson
Tom - it's worth some frustration to stick this group out. Best listserv I've been a part of. Ever. Brian Seattle, WA Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Thu, Aug 8, 2013 at 11:15 PM, Joe Bernard wrote: > It looks like you're in like Flynn (whatever that means)!. Posts to the &g

Re: [RBW] Re: Ma Petite Betty

2013-08-08 Thread Brian Hanson
L, L, Love that! Best feature on the betty! The heart is part of what sold me on the Hunqa! Congrats, Cecily! You will love her! I just stared at one longingly today on a visit to Free Range in Seattle. Brian Seattle, WA Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Thu, Aug 8, 2013 at 9:35 PM, Cecily

Re: [RBW] Trying to decide on handle bars for my Hunqapillar

2013-08-08 Thread Brian Hanson
at an odd angle when I'm in the forward position) Next up - may go back to Porteurs or Boscos (like on a another bike) The joys of a cockpit switcher! Brian Seattle, WA Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Thu, Aug 8, 2013 at 7:58 PM, Ozonation wrote: > I'm trying decide on *Albatross - or

[RBW] Pre-Thanksgiving Ride Report

2014-11-28 Thread Brian Hanson
I rode the Homer, and it was flawless and comfy as usual. Brian Hanson Seattle, WA Bike Blog <http://www.stonehog.com> -- 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] Backup Bikes

2014-12-30 Thread Brian Hanson
another bike (or keep your old one). It comes in handy - you won't regret it... Brian Hanson Seattle, WA Bike Blog <http://www.stonehog.com> -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this gro

[RBW] FT - Looking for Noodles and SA saddle

2015-01-25 Thread Brian Hanson
age and wear, but solid GranBois Cypres 700x30mm (New in package) Most of this is pictured here: https://flic.kr/s/aHsk4rzznt If you don't have a trade, make me an offer. Brian Hanson Seattle, WA Bike Blog <http://www.stonehog.com> -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[RBW] Tubeless Rims for Oregon Outback

2015-02-02 Thread Brian Hanson
re: 1. usable in a tubeless setup 2. not overly heavy - I weigh 160lbs 3. perhaps a bit wider Brian Hanson Seattle, WA Bike Blog <http://www.stonehog.com> -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe fro

[RBW] Brake Cable Hanger - Fork Crown Mount

2015-02-10 Thread Brian Hanson
ck to "through mount", 'cauz I'm not giving up the awesome rack on this. https://flic.kr/p/gJdUVX - shows the current situation with v-brakes. Brian Hanson Seattle, WA Bike Blog <http://www.stonehog.com> -- You received this message because you are subscribed to t

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