[RBW] Re: Schmidt Dyno

2024-01-30 Thread Corwin Zechar
ently have a couple SON Deluxe hubs. I've never noticed a difference in drag or output from any of the hubs when using the same headlight. Of course I'm a guy that bent the Campy chainrings on my Raleigh International just from pedaling. Regards, Corwin On Monday, January 29, 2024

Re: [RBW] Digest for rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com - 24 updates in 8 topics

2024-01-31 Thread Corwin Zechar
rk wet NorCal ride this aft. I need a long hot shower & nap. Jock -- *Corwin "I am a Cyclist" <http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=47cGzu6-q40> Zechar* -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To u

Re: [RBW] Thinking about getting a 62 Quickbeam

2022-10-23 Thread Corwin Zechar
That is indeed a nice Quickbeam. Still shod with the original Suzue hubs. Rich-built to boot! Seems like the most reasonable deal in the best color. Corwin On Wednesday, October 19, 2022 at 7:43:44 AM UTC-7 mmille...@gmail.com wrote: > Nice one on Facebook > https://www.facebo

Re: [RBW] Your preferred handlebar for longer rides

2022-10-23 Thread Corwin Zechar
. Mustache bars can be had from suppliers other than Riv. Corwin On Sunday, October 23, 2022 at 10:20:30 AM UTC-7 Chris K wrote: > Thanks for the replies. I guess the answer is... all of the above! > > Billie, Choco, Albatross, Bosco, and some non-Riv options. > On Friday, October 21, 2

Re: [RBW] New Fork Paint Options!

2022-10-27 Thread Corwin Zechar
ns in the range I was looking for. Can you give me an idea of where you got your Pantone chips from? Thanks, Corwin On Wednesday, October 26, 2022 at 11:45:05 AM UTC-7 Matthew Williams wrote: > Thanks! > > I took another look at the Pantone chips. PMS 126 is the closest match. > >

[RBW] Re: FS: Reyn Spooner, MUSA shorts, gloves, wool, cashmere

2022-11-13 Thread Corwin Zechar
Jacquie love to get sweaters - especially Cashmere. And this is the right time of year! Regards, Corwin On Monday, November 7, 2022 at 6:00:58 AM UTC-8 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > Everything is gone > > except the > > FREE > > Costco > > Cashmere > > O la l

Re: [RBW] FS: 1985 Ritchey Ascent (XXL/23”) – $1300

2022-11-13 Thread Corwin Zechar
If that's a Suntour roller cam brake, it would have been designed by Charlie Cunningham. Regards, Corwin On Tuesday, November 8, 2022 at 10:25:10 AM UTC-8 Luke Hendrickson wrote: > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bun

[RBW] Re: What dual short/long pull brake levers are out there?

2022-11-28 Thread Corwin Zechar
n would be to get two levers - one short pull and one long pull - such as the Paul Love lever and the Paul Canti lever. These are pricey options, I admit - but stuff like this can often be had for much less than the MSRP if you look in places like eBay. Good luck with your build. Corwin On Sund

Re: [RBW] Widest tires on green Quickbeam?

2022-12-25 Thread Corwin Zechar
I have run 38mm Schwalbe Marathon Supreme Duremes under SKS longboards on my green Quickbeam. I think they were P45s. Given that the widest tire I am aware of fitting on a Quickbeam (also green) was 44mm, this seems correct. Regards, Corwin On Wednesday, November 30, 2022 at 7:36:17 AM UTC-8

Re: [RBW] FS 62 cm 2022 MIT Atlantis 4100 OBO

2022-12-27 Thread Corwin Zechar
for a drop bar lever that can switch between long and short pull (based on moving the pivot - ala Paul Duplex levers). Grant was not inclined toward that idea. Regards, Corwin On Saturday, December 10, 2022 at 7:27:45 PM UTC-8 Luke Hendrickson wrote: > Someone should scoop this up! I have a

[RBW] Re: Tire Recommendations

2023-08-14 Thread Corwin Zechar
important to me. I rarely get flats running Schwabe tires. I have tried tires fro various other manufacturers such as Rene Herse, Panaracer, Continental, etc. with much less favorable results. Regards, Corwin in The S.F. Bay Area. On Thursday, August 10, 2023 at 2:03:39 PM UTC-7 Nick Payne wrote

Re: [RBW] Best Rivendell for pavement riding

2024-03-03 Thread Corwin Zechar
Patrick - You forgot the Ram! Regards, Corwni On Saturday, March 2, 2024 at 2:23:07 PM UTC-8 Patrick Moore wrote: > Roadeo, Roadini, Sam, Homer, and the Nitto Noodle? > > FWIW, after having used any number of drop bars, my favorite is the Maes > Parallel, available from Rene Herse but not from

[RBW] Re: Hub recommendations for Velocity Cliffhangers

2024-03-03 Thread Corwin Zechar
I'll second the recommendation of White Industries hubs. Phil Wood is also a great option if you want your hubs to last forever. Regards, Corwin On Saturday, March 2, 2024 at 3:26:15 PM UTC-8 Josh C wrote: > I'd recommend a set of white industries hubs if you are looking for >

Re: [RBW] Best Rivendell for pavement riding

2024-03-04 Thread Corwin Zechar
t you want. Don't be afraid to try different things. Meditate on the differences. And most of all, practice patience if you are looking for a Ram. Regards, Corwin On Monday, March 4, 2024 at 5:28:11 PM UTC-8 Joe Bernard wrote: > Roadeo would be its direct descendant in a lighter frame hand

Re: [RBW] Best Rivendell for pavement riding

2024-03-06 Thread Corwin Zechar
Hey Max - If you are one of two people worldwide that run sew-ups on a Riv, I am the other one. I had Rich build a set of wheels for sew-ups so I could run them on any of four Rivs (my wife would not tolerate 33mm tires on the Hubbuhubbuh after riding 71mm tires). Regards, Corwin On

Re: [RBW] Re: Revisiting the Nitto 52f Basket Rack

2024-03-22 Thread Corwin Zechar
because I do not have a kick stand on my Hubbuhubbuh and I never used the kick stand on the Cunningham Hubbuhubbuh. I do not find kick stands helpful and do not mount them on any of my bikes. Hope this helps, Regards, Corwin On Wednesday, March 13, 2024 at 4:52:53 PM UTC-7 Bicycle Belle Ding

[RBW] Re: I have questions

2024-03-22 Thread Corwin Zechar
this helps. Regards, Corwin On Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at 6:10:14 PM UTC-7 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > I have had some of the same questions tumbling about in my brain as I wait > for the last of the parts for my Gravel & Travel Platy. I just got back > from a warm and del

Re: [RBW] It's New Bike What?

2024-03-23 Thread Corwin Zechar
; > Eric > > On Sat, Mar 23, 2024 at 2:03 AM Corwin Zechar wrote: > >> It's definitely not new bike day. That was back in the first week of >> February. Not even New Bike Month. So it's New Bike Quarter? >> >> Anyway, I picked up my much antic

Re: [RBW] It's New Bike What?

2024-03-23 Thread Corwin Zechar
days on my 1994 Maroon mustached XO-3. Also >> my 1990 MB2 (because it was also purple). Thanks for posting Corwin. >> >> John >> >> On Saturday, March 23, 2024 at 3:30:25 AM UTC-7 Eric Daume wrote: >> >>> Looks great, and I love the color, and the fat tir

Re: [RBW] It's New Bike What?

2024-03-23 Thread Corwin Zechar
Hi Rich - I can't take credit for the build. Mark Abele at Rivendell did it all. Including getting the frame built by Mark Nobilette and painted by Joe Bell. Regards, CZ On Saturday, March 23, 2024 at 12:36:55 PM UTC-7 RichS wrote: > Corwin, an adventurous build for an adventure b

Re: [RBW] It's New Bike What?

2024-03-23 Thread Corwin Zechar
by Mark Nobilette and painted by Joe Bell. >> >> Regards, >> >> CZ >> >> On Saturday, March 23, 2024 at 12:36:55 PM UTC-7 RichS wrote: >> >>> Corwin, an adventurous build for an adventure bike. You must have had a >>> good time putting that one

Re: [RBW] It's New Bike What?

2024-03-23 Thread Corwin Zechar
ng up on people with a noiseless bike (even when coasting). Tires - My biggest gripe about the old custom was that I had spec'ed it to take 35mm tires. Which it did. The new custom was spec'ed for 38mm tires and will handle tires wider than 40mm (without fenders). Regards, Corwin On

Re: [RBW] It's New Bike What?

2024-03-24 Thread Corwin Zechar
not share their preferences. Regards, Corwin On Saturday, March 23, 2024 at 11:53:45 AM UTC-7 Patrick Moore wrote: > Thanks, Corwin. I'm a pedal snob and love lightweight SPD-type pedals, and > there's a (earlier version?) pair of Micros on eBay for $25, but I just > r

Re: [RBW] Re: Eroica California

2024-04-05 Thread Corwin Zechar
According to the website, Eroica California is open to all road racing, cyclocross and gravel bicycles with carbon, steel, titanium and aluminum frames. The only requirement left over from prior years appears to be that the bike must have drop handlebars. Regards, Corwin On Wednesday

Re: [RBW] Rivendell Roadbike Curious

2024-04-22 Thread Corwin Zechar
an on the hoods) and 3) on the flats on either side of the stem. I rarely get into the drops. With the Albastache and Mustache, I find I have more riding positions. Have fun on your road bike, whatever you get. Regards, Corwin On Sunday, April 21, 2024 at 2:07:47 PM UTC-7 Bicycle Belle Ding Din

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Roadbike Curious

2024-04-22 Thread Corwin Zechar
n the standover height and the wheelbase. Regards, Corwin On Saturday, April 20, 2024 at 2:16:59 PM UTC-7 Johnny Alien wrote: > I doubt the Roadeo is a TON lighter than a Roadini. I think the weight > details would be in the build more than anything else. As far as bars are > concerned

Re: [RBW] Rivendell Roadbike Curious

2024-04-23 Thread Corwin Zechar
roads and we regularly pass most other bikes we encounter. Nothing wrong with riding wider tires. Regards, Corwin On Tuesday, April 23, 2024 at 1:54:03 PM UTC-7 George Schick wrote: > Agreed. I own a 54cm Ram and it's equipped with fenders. The max tire > that works in this set u

[RBW] Re: Favorite clip-in/flat pedal combo?

2024-04-28 Thread Corwin Zechar
Hi Glen - I have MKS Ezy pedals on my Dahon Hon Solo. Have not tried clipless. I imagine it would work well. The Ezys come off easy once you know the trick. Regards, Corwin On Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at 1:42:16 PM UTC-7 Glen wrote: > Following on to this; has anyone here used the MKS

[RBW] Re: TRP RRL vs Shimano Tiagra

2024-05-24 Thread Corwin Zechar
on this list, the feel of both levers in my hands is not significantly different. Regards, Corwin On Friday, May 17, 2024 at 5:58:26 PM UTC-7 atreya...@gmail.com wrote: > Folks, > Want to give drop bars one more time on my homer. > > Long background and context , I had drop

Re: [RBW] DIY build or order complete?

2024-06-08 Thread Corwin Zechar
never forget - the people at Riv all need to eat, go to the doctor, put a roof over their heads, etc. Keeping good organizations in business is very important. Regards, Corwin On Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at 5:34:23 PM UTC-7 Bill Lindsay wrote: > If you've got a shop that will charge you fo

[RBW] Re: Getting in over my head

2023-05-28 Thread Corwin Zechar
such a revelation since. I try to get in over my head at every opportunity. I think it offers the best chance of learning something. Regards, Corwin On Monday, May 15, 2023 at 6:13:53 PM UTC-7 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > I just want to talk bikes. I don’t have anything to p

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2024

2024-07-28 Thread Corwin Zechar
Hi Philip - I have a Roadeo waiting for paint. The claimed tire clearance for Roadeos is 33mm (basically a Jack Brown tire) as I recall. I'm reasonably sure I could put a 35mm tire on a relatively wide rim and make it work without fenders. Regards, Corwin On Sunday, July 7, 2024 at

[RBW] Re: Electric Bikes and Organized Rides

2024-07-29 Thread Corwin Zechar
ist next to helmets. Regards, Corwin On Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 4:53:33 PM UTC-7 campyo...@me.com wrote: > A friend and I did the Seattle to Portland ride this past weekend (205 > miles in either one or two days), and we were both surprised to see a > number of riders on electri

Re: [RBW] A Different Kind of RR

2024-08-09 Thread Corwin Zechar
This sounds like a circus version of Critical Mass. On Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 8:10:59 AM UTC-7 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > I did it again. I went to that crazy Wed night Grand Rapids ride. From now > on I’m calling it “wilding.” As in, “I am going wilding! See you way past > bedtime

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2024

2024-08-18 Thread Corwin Zechar
thrilled to see drop bar levers paired with V-brakes. My tandem currently has the Tektro long-pull levers for drop bars. But Origin8 says their road levers are short-pull. Wonder if this guy actually rides this Atlantis like this... Regards, Corwin On Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 8:59:05 AM

[RBW] Re: "Rivendell Custom"

2024-09-13 Thread Corwin Zechar
about fifteen years ago (stolen April 2021). Paid more than $5K (Nobilette did some lug carving) for it's replacement earlier this year. Regards, Corwin On Thursday, September 12, 2024 at 11:24:14 PM UTC-7 John Johnson wrote: > I've got no personal problem if someone wants to se

[RBW] Re: "Rivendell Custom"

2024-09-16 Thread Corwin Zechar
e upright, versus my bike with the [Albastache] bars slammed. Regards, Corwin On Saturday, September 14, 2024 at 4:45:00 AM UTC-7 Ryan wrote: > AFAIK Rivendell isn't even offering customs any more...unless someone > closer to Walnut Creek knows differently. Customs aren't on the s

[RBW] Re: FS: Rambouillet 60cm complete

2022-07-09 Thread Corwin Zechar
and 58 cm. Thanks, Corwin On Friday, July 8, 2022 at 8:03:52 AM UTC-7 Bill Lindsay wrote: > Best of luck to the new owner. Pictures of its new home are expected... > > BL in EC > > On Friday, July 8, 2022 at 7:59:50 AM UTC-7 Chris Freeman wrote: > >> Thanks for all th

Re: [RBW] Re: Long reach brake options for AHH

2022-07-14 Thread Corwin Zechar
Those Shimano drop-bar levers are still available! Buy them at rivbike.com, amazon.com, ebay.com and several other places. Regards, Corwin On Monday, July 11, 2022 at 3:52:46 PM UTC-7 Cyclofiend Jim wrote: > I must ride a lot slower than all's y'all's... but I've ho

[RBW] FS: Three NOS Shimano 7-Speed Rear Derailers and a Suntour Crankset

2022-07-22 Thread Corwin Zechar
age 7-speed derailer. Shimano Deore XT short cage 7-speed derailer. Photos are here <https://photos.app.goo.gl/cddXbDdbd9J2oKRh6>. Thanks, Corwin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

Re: [RBW] High bars at a club ride

2022-07-29 Thread Corwin Zechar
ed them too. So if you pay attention to what you like, you may get some insight into related preferences as well. YMMV. Corwin On Friday, July 29, 2022 at 9:05:33 AM UTC-7 Wesley wrote: > I have an Albastache on an old road bike frame, and an albatross on an old > MTB all-purpose

Re: [RBW] Re: Jobst Brandt photo archive on instagram

2022-08-04 Thread Corwin Zechar
Wow Eric! Those photos are fantastic. I tried to read Jobst' reports, but came up short. Thanks very much. Corwin On Thursday, August 4, 2022 at 11:26:47 AM UTC-7 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > Thanks for the tip, Rich, that sounds really cool. > > On Thursday, August 4, 2022 at 1

[RBW] WTB Stainless Steel Driveshell for Chris King Classic Rear Hub

2022-08-07 Thread Corwin Zechar
hubs. Chis King says they can do the upgrade - but they no longer manufacture driveshells for classic hubs. So - if you happen to have a stainless steel drive shell in new or excellent condition, I will happily take it off your hands. Thanks in advance, Corwin -- You received this message

[RBW] Re: Your Road or Road-ish Riv Rubber Radius (tire width)

2022-08-09 Thread Corwin Zechar
younger man. The Ruffy Tuffys eventually encountered road hazards (a fact of life in the San Francisco Bay Area) and we moved to 35mm Schwalbe G-Ones. Still have lots of room. No reason to ride with fenders since rain in the drought plagued Bay Area is as scarce as hens teeth. Regards, Corwin

Re: [RBW] Re: One Rivendell to rule them all

2022-08-12 Thread Corwin Zechar
Joe Bell's waiting for paint. Regards, Corwin On Friday, August 12, 2022 at 12:27:08 PM UTC-7 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > Oh, how I am loving this thread. JJ’s wife takes the cake with her > Wilbury/Glorius pair. Love it, love it. See? It’s a perfectly good idea to > have two o

Re: [RBW] Re: One Rivendell to rule them all

2022-08-13 Thread Corwin Zechar
om here <https://photos.app.goo.gl/krnAp7WHxpc6fvPF9>. Regards, Corwin On Saturday, August 13, 2022 at 4:58:32 AM UTC-7 Ryan wrote: > Well, Corwin,I hope you'll post pictures of this lovely bike once you get > it...long wait for customs but they're worth the wait. It&

Re: [RBW] Re: One Rivendell to rule them all

2022-08-13 Thread Corwin Zechar
...forgot a subtle difference - the new custom has hand carved lugs. Mark gave me a set of Roadeo lugs and I marked them up for Nobilette to work some magic on. Corwin On Saturday, August 13, 2022 at 11:56:40 AM UTC-7 Corwin Zechar wrote: > Hi Ryan - > > Pictures you say? I have no

[RBW] Re: Do you Rapid Rise? (Share pics and thoughts)

2022-08-29 Thread Corwin Zechar
with. Regards, Corwin On Friday, August 26, 2022 at 6:14:35 AM UTC-7 J J wrote: > Yeah, I read the blog. The $345 would presumably be Riv's wholesale price, > right? So... assuming a nominal retail markup of, say, 20%, the price > would be ~$415 for the end user. No idea if

[RBW] Re: All Time Best Paint Color

2022-09-10 Thread Corwin Zechar
My favorite color has to be the deep purple of my original - and soon to be reincarnated custom. I will admit I am a big fan of the orange creamsicle as well. Especially now that I have an orange creamsicle Ram to look at every day. On Wednesday, September 7, 2022 at 4:08:42 PM UTC-7 Keith P. w

[RBW] Re: Roaduno substitute for a while...

2022-09-16 Thread Corwin Zechar
change gears (I have a flip/flop hub and had a double crankset). I just don't seem to need to change gears to get up the hills I ride. Your mileage may vary. Regards, Corwin On Thursday, September 15, 2022 at 10:14:16 AM UTC-7 Bill Lindsay wrote: > I had been searching for quite a whi

[RBW] Rides With Charlie...

2022-09-20 Thread Corwin Zechar
d UC Berkeley trained mechanical engineer. So I can keep him entertained while he consumes his ice cream watching PBS engineering videos and episodes of Jay Leno's Garage. Hope you enjoy the photos. Corwin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups &qu

Re: [RBW] Re: Roadini 61 on Craigslist (not mine)

2022-09-23 Thread Corwin Zechar
Here, here JJ! I agree completely. Having Mark do the build and set up my bikes is one of the main reasons I buy bikes from Rivendell. Mark raises wrenching on bikes to a very high form of art. Regards, Corwin On Friday, September 23, 2022 at 3:15:28 PM UTC-7 Ryan wrote: > Believe me...I

Re: [RBW] Riv Hobson - Zingo cable cutter

2022-09-23 Thread Corwin Zechar
I have a pair of Park cable cutters - bought about ten years ago. Then I saw Mark Abele using Felco cable cutters. The Felco are not cheap, but they cut Yokozuna Reaction cable housing rather handily this week. Regards, Corwin On Friday, September 23, 2022 at 8:19:17 AM UTC-7 Steven Sweedler

Re: [RBW] Rides With Charlie...

2022-10-05 Thread Corwin Zechar
egards, Corwin On Thursday, September 22, 2022 at 1:32:26 AM UTC-7 Garth wrote: > smiling > > On Tuesday, September 20, 2022 at 2:38:15 PM UTC-4 vhans...@gmail.com > wrote: > >> Corwin, >> >> I have heard. Thanks for all you do! >> >> V

Re: [RBW] Rides With Charlie...

2022-10-05 Thread Corwin Zechar
Apparently I posted a link to another thread... This is the link <https://photos.app.goo.gl/7GgEcrUQfgu2C3Ju7> to photos of Charlie... Sorry for the misdirection. Corwin On Thursday, September 22, 2022 at 1:32:26 AM UTC-7 Garth wrote: > smiling > > On Tuesday, Sep

[RBW] Re: WTB Stainless Steel Driveshell for Chris King Classic Rear Hub

2022-10-06 Thread Corwin Zechar
, Corwin On Sunday, August 7, 2022 at 9:01:49 PM UTC-7 Corwin Zechar wrote: > Greetings and Salutations - > > I realize this is kind of a longshot. And please excuse the cross post on > the BOB group. > > Over a year ago, my Rivendell Custom was stolen. It had Chris King Classi

Re: [RBW] Re: Nitto Basket Rack: is it too heavy?

2022-10-08 Thread Corwin Zechar
u would want to load the "heavy" on on the car rack? Why not save it for shopping and use the Pink Platy for club rides and car trips? Just my two cents. Corwin On Friday, October 7, 2022 at 4:06:44 PM UTC-7 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > This is fascinating. I’m really int

[RBW] Seeking Advice - Shimano 9 Speed Downtube Shifters

2022-10-11 Thread Corwin Zechar
ilable for approximately $80 sans tax and shipping. Thanks in advance for your opinions, advice, etc. Regards, Corwin -- 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, s

[RBW] Re: Seeking Advice - Shimano 9 Speed Downtube Shifters

2022-10-11 Thread Corwin Zechar
Hi Keith - I've ruled out 10 and 11 speed as I want to be able to swap wheels between bikes and have several bikes with 9 speed setups. And I don't care if I have a friction option. Not sure how that impacts things unless I was interested in brifters (which I am not). Thanks,

Re: [RBW] Re: Seeking Advice - Shimano 9 Speed Downtube Shifters

2022-10-12 Thread Corwin Zechar
Hi Bill - I will gladly take those 9 speed down tube shifters off your hands. Let me know whenever it's convenient for you. I am in no hurry. Regards, Corwin On Wednesday, October 12, 2022 at 12:02:57 PM UTC-7 Bill Lindsay wrote: > I have a set of used 9sp down tube Dura Ace shifter

[RBW] Re: Seeking Advice - Shimano 9 Speed Downtube Shifters

2022-10-13 Thread Corwin Zechar
I agree. Using 10 speed shift levers requires the cable routing hack on the rear derailer. Regards, Corwin On Tuesday, October 11, 2022 at 6:18:13 PM UTC-7 iamkeith wrote: > Just thinking out loud and clarifying before I suggest something wrong: > > If you use 10 speed shifters

[RBW] Re: Seeking Advice - Shimano 9 Speed Downtube Shifters

2022-10-13 Thread Corwin Zechar
Hi Matt - I am familiar with the gentleman in Albuquerque. We have traded several times (both directions). I now have options on two sets of 9 speed Dura Ace levers. And both are local. So hopefully - no shenanigans required in Albuqurque. Regards, Corwin On Tuesday, October 11, 2022 at 8:28

Re: Re: [RBW] Bikes For Sale: Craigslist, ebay, etc. Fall 2022 edition

2022-10-14 Thread Corwin Zechar
There's some nice lug work on that Phillips frame Philip. Regards, Corwin On Tuesday, October 11, 2022 at 8:55:05 AM UTC-7 Philip Williamson wrote: > If anyone needs Speedblend tires for their period-correct 2004 Hillborne > or Quickbeam build, these are the first I’ve seen in a d

[RBW] FS: Late Spring Cleaning

2011-05-20 Thread Corwin Zechar
This came off a Breezer Villager. It may need a new bulb. Not sure how well it works. Pictures may be found here: https://picasaweb.google.com/Ernfast/FSLateSpringCleaning# Thanks for looking. Corwin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Own

[RBW] FS: Late Spring Cleaning

2011-05-21 Thread Corwin Zechar
This came off a Breezer Villager. It may need a new bulb. Not sure how well it works. Pictures may be found here: https://picasaweb.google.com/Ernfast/FSLateSpringCleaning# Thanks for looking. Corwin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Own

[RBW] Who's drinking the Kool Aid?

2013-09-07 Thread Corwin Booth
I was trying to think of some clever reference to the Electric Kool Aid Acid Test, but failed. Probably the *only* think I don't like about riding my Hilsen are the occasional snarky comments about having imbibed in the Petersen Kool Aid. Never mind that everyone knows that we drink miruvor, or

[RBW] Re: Who's drinking the Kool Aid?

2013-09-09 Thread Corwin Booth
l like a Company Spokeman just because I'm riding the gear. I find it ironic that somebody else, who also is looking like a company spokesman in their team kit is talking to me about my Kool Aid, lol. Love to all! On Thursday, September 5, 2013 1:33:04 PM UTC-7, Corwin Booth wrote: > >

[RBW] Grizzly Peak Century

2011-01-23 Thread Corwin Zechar
Registration for the 2011 Grizzly Peak Century opened today. Last year I spent too much time contemplating the ride - registration was closed when I decided to sign up. So I registered right away this year. Starting at Island Picnic Area (in Tilden). Anyone else riding? Anyone else starting from

[RBW] Bianchi Cyclocross

2009-10-05 Thread Corwin Zechar
like it. Corwin --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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] FS: Ritchey Pro Cranks

2009-10-31 Thread Corwin Zechar
These are NOS (in the box). Crank length is 172.5 mm. Chainrings are 52/39. Pictures here: http://picasaweb.google.com/Ernfast/RitcheyCranks# $50 shipped. Or best offer. Thank you, Corwin --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are

[RBW] RBW Crowd at Triple Rock Berkeley

2010-08-31 Thread Corwin Zechar
Albany near Memorial Park and Albany High. Thanks, Corwin -- 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-ow

[RBW] Re: Saluki FS - not mine

2009-07-31 Thread Corwin Zechar
for the bike and the seller. Both are great. Corwin --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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 unsubs

[RBW] Re: rene herse crank

2012-06-01 Thread Corwin Booth
or a different front derailleur? Corwin On Sunday, May 27, 2012 12:36:06 AM UTC-7, stonehog wrote: > > I've been commuting for the past few weeks with one of the new Rene Herse > cranks on my AHH. http://www.compasscycle.com/cranks_bb.html I haven't > seen any reviews on

[RBW] Re: haven't been riding my Roadeo lately

2014-06-25 Thread Corwin Booth
Glad the Romin is working for you. I was having the same issues with the B17: It solved 90% of all my saddle issues (sore tuberositis and saddle sores) , but was seriously killing my "nether regions" on longer rides. Because the leather solved serious problems I had always had previously, I tri

[RBW] Re: Not too off topic I hope...

2012-12-05 Thread Corwin Booth
I use the Lumix ZS15. Well, that is more or less what it is called now, don't have the camera with me. I use it taking shots on and off the bike. On the bike, I keep it in a handlebar bag. The "winder" bump out makes it very easy to get a firm grip, and the switching is all right there so you c

[RBW] Re: Cycling caps: useful or merely decorative?

2024-10-10 Thread Corwin Zechar
I have a few of the old caps - a Bianchi, two Cinellis, a Clement, and a couple made by a young woman under the moniker "alloneword". I also have a stubby Rivendell cap. The Riv cap is way too small for me. Gives me headaches. Will be posting it soon for sale. Regards, Corwin

Re: [RBW] An attempted RoadUno reconfiguration failure

2024-09-29 Thread Corwin Zechar
rear wheel to take up all the slack in the chain with either the 32 tooth or 40 tooth chainring. Regards, Corwin On Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 2:58:44 PM UTC-7 Ryan wrote: > Although I guess, with an 8-tooth jump on the front you do have to have > some kind of tensioner > >

[RBW] Re: Joining RBW Owners Bunch without a Gmail address?

2024-11-12 Thread Corwin Zechar
Google apps save Chrome and Google maps) is through a desktop computer. And my desktop runs Mac OS 10.12.6 from 2014. I get the email digest. I can post on the web and/or via email. I see no downside to accessing the group via a non-Gmail address. I say go for it! Regards, Corwin On Monday

[RBW] Re: FS: Fall Liquidation

2024-11-08 Thread Corwin Zechar
2h3aZ9 On Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 2:07:49 PM UTC-8 Corwin Zechar wrote: > This is a fraction of the stuff I have to sell. Selling stuff here is like > drinking from a fire hose. Please excuse the cross posting to RBW and iBOB > lists. > > Brooks B17 Special Saddle - Honey > &g

[RBW] Re: FS: Fall Liquidation

2024-11-09 Thread Corwin Zechar
r. This brake has a mounting bolt long enough to mount on a fork. Comes with a Sheldon Fender Nut. Can include a recessed mount nut as well if you like. Asking $10 + shipping Photos: https://photos.app.goo.gl/YyhxubDf3vd2h3aZ9 On Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 2:07:49 PM UTC-8 Corwin Zechar

[RBW] Re: Asking for your opinion on locking up a Riv

2024-09-26 Thread Corwin Zechar
bike lockers. But if enough of a ruckus were made, bike lockers could become widely available. Regards, Corwin On Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at 2:51:32 PM UTC-7 anthony...@gmail.com wrote: > Hi! I posted a while back asking for advice on what Riv model would fit me > and where I could

[RBW] FS: Fall Liquidation

2024-11-07 Thread Corwin Zechar
$85 + shipping. Roughy Tuffy 28mm Tire Came on the Ram. This was mounted on the front. The rear encountered a coat hanger strategically placed. Lots of miles left in this tire. Free for local pick-up. Photos: https://photos.app.goo.gl/YyhxubDf3vd2h3aZ9 I will use Pirate Ship. Regards, Corwin -

Re: [RBW] Re: Toyo frames

2024-11-07 Thread Corwin Zechar
agree that differences between Toyo/Waterford frames and more recent Maxway frames made for Rivendell have lots more to do with the design of the bike/frame than any subtle characteristics attributed to the people who built the frames. Regards, Corwin On Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at 8:17:22 AM

[RBW] Re: FS: Fall Liquidation

2024-12-01 Thread Corwin Zechar
https://photos.app.goo.gl/YyhxubDf3vd2h3aZ9 Thanks, Corwin On Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 6:20:54 PM UTC-8 Corwin Zechar wrote: > Further price reductions. More new Items. TA Crankset is gone. See Below. > > MKS Supreme Pedals > > Some of the smoothest pedals I have ever ridde

[RBW] Re: FS: Fall Liquidation

2024-12-04 Thread Corwin Zechar
free local pickup. Photos: https://photos.app.goo.gl/YyhxubDf3vd2h3aZ9 The Brooks saddle, TA, No Name and 50.4 Cranksets, books and bottle cages are all gone. On Sunday, December 1, 2024 at 4:21:47 PM UTC-8 Corwin Zechar wrote: > New Item: > > Nitto Tallux Stem - 10cm reach, 225mm

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2024

2025-01-03 Thread Corwin Zechar
The Schwinn Paramount at the link below looks like a Chicago built Paramount to me. Chromed lugs, chromed fork, seat and chainstays and more curve in the fork suggest to me it pre-dates Waterford built Paramounts like Jock's. Regards, Corwin On Friday, January 3, 2025 at 4:22:11 PM

[RBW] Re: Leather Saddles - What do you Wear

2025-02-04 Thread Corwin Zechar
efs with a longer inseam (usually 8 or 9 inches) help significantly. Regards, Corwin On Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 3:26:32 PM UTC-8 Jay wrote: > I was curious to get some views from those with leather saddles and > whether you wear bib (padded) cycling shorts, underwear with shor

[RBW] Re: FS: Fall Liquidation

2024-12-10 Thread Corwin Zechar
tools. Photos: https://photos.app.goo.gl/YyhxubDf3vd2h3aZ9 On Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 7:55:01 PM UTC-8 Corwin Zechar wrote: > Price reductions, what's left and new items... > > > Rivendell Short Sleeved T-Shirt, Size XL > > This T-Shirt is embroidered with the Rivendell

Re: [RBW] Re: Is it worth it? Am I crazy?

2024-12-15 Thread Corwin Zechar
often, if they can't steal the bike, they will take one or more parts and/or vandalize it. I have seen people hack through seatstays just to be nasty. Regards, Corwin On Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 11:16:15 AM UTC-8 Patrick Moore wrote: > Antone: Will you please post a photo of your

Re: [RBW] Possible to Shorten Brake Cable/Housing

2025-01-19 Thread Corwin Zechar
. This is REALLY neat. Thanks very much. Regards, Corwin On Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 6:28:54 PM UTC-8 Jay wrote: > I just finished shortening the housing. That part of it went well. Other > parts did not. I'll explain below, and would appreciate tips on how to > avoid a co

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2024

2025-01-03 Thread Corwin Zechar
And those chromed lugs appear to be Nervex as well... Regards, Corwin On Friday, January 3, 2025 at 6:20:23 PM UTC-8 Corwin Zechar wrote: > The Schwinn Paramount at the link below looks like a Chicago built > Paramount to me. Chromed lugs, chromed fork, seat and chainstays and more &

[RBW] Re: crack in the paint or crack in the steel?

2025-03-24 Thread Corwin Zechar
after determination of the damage. Regards, Corwin On Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 6:39:17 PM UTC-7 pauls...@gmail.com wrote: > Hi everyone, > I just received my Sam Hillborne frame bought second-hand and noticed a > crack just under the back of the seat post lug. > > Though I h

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