[RBW] Re: Creaky Brooks 17 Saddle

Mine creaked. One drop of any good penetrating lube on either side of the nose bracket where the rail passes through got rid of it forever. Dave - Original Message - From: Schroederpc To: RBW Owners Bunch Sent: Tuesday, November 25, 2008 4:42 PM Subject: [RBW] Creaky Brooks

[RBW] Re: Hillborne and Foy

We may track you down, too! - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Tuesday, November 25, 2008 6:38 PM Subject: [RBW] Re: Hillborne and Foy If I ever start using them, my loved ones have permission to shoot me. Bill I

[RBW] Re: now that I placed my order...

I got up early to place my order, too. Med./Lg. saddle bag. Probably get it in a month, after which photos will be posted. Dave - Original Message - From: Mike To: RBW Owners Bunch Sent: Monday, December 01, 2008 10:55 AM Subject: [RBW] now that I placed my order... ..

[RBW] Re: Shifter Observation for all of you Techies

Shifting while standing is a lot easier with indexing. Sometimes you just have to concentrate too much on the road to finesse a gear change safely. I routinely switch from index to friction with my Shimano bar ends. It's a mood thing; if I'm feeling lazy, I use indexing. Dave - Origina

[RBW] Re: converting 26" to 650B

The thread is redeemed! There is Rivendell content in the photo. Look in the windows of the photo at "Original" size. - Original Message - From: Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery To: RBW Owners Bunch Sent: Sunday, December 14, 2008 6:11 AM Subject: [RBW] Re: converting 26" to 650

[RBW] Re: converting 26" to 650B

I pointed out the Riv content more to highlight the bikes in Jim's windows. I really wasn't grousing about any lack of Riv content. But you knew that! Dave - Original Message - From: CycloFiend To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Sunday, December 14, 2008 9:53 AM Su

[RBW] Re: question about bars seen on cyclofiend

The owner's e-mail address is on the post. You might need to ask him. - Original Message - From: Jeremy Till To: RBW Owners Bunch Sent: Sunday, December 14, 2008 12:24 PM Subject: [RBW] question about bars seen on cyclofiend Anybody know what bars are on this Moulton, jus

[RBW] Re: New Acorn Bags

I liked the look of the medium bag, but I sometimes need to stuff just a little more stuff than it will hold, so when this med./lg. model came out I figured it would be just right. It is. Dave - Original Message - From: Ray Shine To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Sa

[RBW] Re: New Acorn Bags

It's broad wedge and isn't a contact problem. At least, no more than the Keven's Bag. - Original Message - From: Bruce To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Saturday, December 20, 2008 7:36 PM Subject: [RBW] Re: New Acorn Bags Nice bike too Dave. No overhead view

[RBW] Re: New Acorn Bags

The canvas is as high quality as the Baggins. It has a tighter, smoother but less supple weave. I have no experience with Nigels to compare. As far as the polish on the cranks goes, it was a mere wipe-down. Good lighting and my Nikon account for the rest of the luster! - Original Messag

[RBW] Re: New Acorn Bags

www.acornbags.com - Original Message - From: dpco To: RBW Owners Bunch Sent: Sunday, December 21, 2008 8:56 AM Subject: [RBW] Re: New Acorn Bags dave, could you send me the website for "acorn bags"? sincerely, don compton On Dec 20, 7:12 pm, Dave in Redding wrote:

[RBW] Re: New Acorn Bags

I know you were just nudging the "buy local" thing, but this subject comes up just often enough to spark my reply... My entire bike was made outside the U.S. Clearly, any of us Rivendellers who decide that it's now time to promote "buy USA" need to first consider where the thousands of dollars

[RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne geometry is up at RBW site!

Exactly! Talk about drinking the Kool Aid; the consumers all bought into the "differences as improvements", when, in fact, the differences are only differences. Most threadless stems are just ugly. I suppose some are a tad lighter, but this was never the reason for the new design. And what'

[RBW] Re: 61cm Bleriot on eBay

Someone got a great deal! - Original Message - From: Chris Halasz To: RBW Owners Bunch Sent: Wednesday, December 31, 2008 1:34 PM Subject: [RBW] 61cm Bleriot on eBay Just saw this; not mine (but like mine!) ... can't afford a spare: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll

[RBW] Re: What a difference great wheels make

What performance trait are you hoping to experience with the MaxiCars? I'd use them just because I could! The hoops are where the performance feel comes from. - Original Message - From: JoelMatthews To: RBW Owners Bunch Sent: Thursday, January 01, 2009 7:43 PM Subject: [RBW]

[RBW] Re: shortening rack struts

If the struts are tubular, then this will work. Every hardware store on the planet carries them, and they're cheap so don't mail order one; or you could just figure out how long you need them to be and have the LBS cut 'em off for you for less than the cost of buying tools. - Original Mes

[RBW] Re: handlebar lifespan?

There are so many variables in the scenario... I'd guess this a rider issue, not a hardware issue. If the user is particularly large and/or strong, then that user should probably take materials fatigue into greater consideration. I wouldn't think that all riders need to take this sort of preca

[RBW] Re: handlebar lifespan?

Did you finally get some coffee? - Original Message - From: fenderbender To: RBW Owners Bunch Sent: Sunday, January 11, 2009 6:49 AM Subject: [RBW] Re: handlebar lifespan? To answer the question I don't replace unless I can see a crack, dent or deep mark. The only bars I

[RBW] Re: Rivs & Mac's

At least three sigma out in either direction! - Original Message - From: Doug Peterson To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Thursday, January 15, 2009 5:06 PM Subject: [RBW] Re: Rivs & Mac's I expected this to be an eclectic group when I joined but I had no idea…….m

[RBW] Re: Rivs & Mac's

Just remember, Cyclofiend lit the fuse on this thread! Anyone raise chinchillas or collect doll heads? I don't, but you never know with this bunch... - Original Message - From: Bruce To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Thursday, January 15, 2009 6:30 PM Subject: [RBW

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Bike Models Page - some updates

That's what I was thinking. - Original Message - From: Chris To: RBW Owners Bunch Sent: Saturday, January 17, 2009 2:55 PM Subject: [RBW] Re: Rivendell Bike Models Page - some updates Wasn't that called the Rambouillet? On Jan 17, 1:23 pm, James Warren wrote: > Patri

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Bike Models Page - some updates

That's chipseal, alright. Sometimes the gravel is sharp and makes for a rough, noisy ride. - Original Message - From: R Gonet To: RBW Owners Bunch Sent: Sunday, January 18, 2009 10:00 AM Subject: [RBW] Re: Rivendell Bike Models Page - some updates I read a lot of posts r

[RBW] Re: Rivendell vs. Bridgestone sizing

I'm preaching to the choir here, but the biggest resistance to raising the stem on road bikes comes from the aesthetic of the "racing bike look". Almost no one (please note that I said "almost no one") could rationally claim that having bars significantly lower than the saddle is more comfortab

[RBW] Re: racing bikes?

I don't think you're being contrary at all. You've empirically decided what works best for you and what is most comfortable for you. My point was that the image of the racing bike, rather than the fit, has had a much bigger influence on what the public will buy. I guess I should have said tha

[RBW] Re: Squealing Brakes, Redux

Ride the brakes down a long, steep hill and it may form a glaze that doesn't resonate. Worked for me. - Original Message - From: Ray To: RBW Owners Bunch Sent: Thursday, January 29, 2009 6:52 PM Subject: [RBW] Squealing Brakes, Redux Yes, I know it's been worked over, ad

[RBW] Re: Floor pump poll

I was thinking about replacing the hose on my Silca with the Topeak dual head kit. I just sort of hate to dismantle Old Faithful. - Original Message - From: Eric To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Saturday, February 07, 2009 7:50 AM Subject: [RBW] Re: Floor pump poll

[RBW] Re: 132.5

I think I would spend some time training my friend how to R&R the wheel until he gets it! - Original Message - From: Bob Cooper To: RBW Owners Bunch Sent: Saturday, February 07, 2009 12:20 PM Subject: [RBW] 132.5 Say you had a friend who had a Rambouillet, most of which h

[RBW] Re: Pumps for Riv frames

I have to wonder why, if you love your Ram the most, you need to replace it. Is it broken? Irreparable? It sounds almost like you're up against a wall. - Original Message - From: bpus...@aol.com To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Saturday, February 07, 2009 6:05 PM

[RBW] Re: Brooks Saddle question

The Brooks B-17 Champion Special on my Ram has 1,400 miles on it. It's still about as firm as new, but plenty comfy. It has only been treated with Proofhide a few times, as recommended. My weight hovers around 175-180. I can't relate to the "saggy"-ness or the way leather saddles take on the

Re: Fwd: [RBW] Beausage...bow? Bue?

No kiddin'! Maybe we can debate the derailleur/derailer spelling and pronounciation next. - Original Message - From: George Schick To: RBW Owners Bunch Sent: Saturday, February 21, 2009 3:47 PM Subject: Re: Fwd: [RBW] Beausage...bow? Bue? Late Winter cabin fever has defi

Re: [RBW] Pedal strike and platform pedals

Pedal strike is more of a "habit" problem than a pedal problem, at least for me. You start to learn what you can and can't get away with on corners. Narrower pedals definitely help, but not as much as you might think. On 5/19/2012 2:46 PM, Rex Kerr wrote: So, I've been slowly warming to this

Re: [RBW] Thank you

i just made that last photo into my desktop! On 5/19/2012 9:57 PM, Manuel Acosta wrote: Nothing beats New Bike Day. Rode the new bike to work. It was funny because my student's seem more excited about the bike then I am. LIke any new shiny thing with wheels, all the kids wanted to ride it. I'm

Re: [RBW] Rambouillet/etc owners fat tire advice

I ride a Ram with Jack Brown (greens). Ram and I, with all our gear, come in around 188, so that puts me in at 48 F and 60 R. I use 50 and 60. No bounce, no squish and I love these tires. I had Ruffy Tuffys (28 mm for those aren't familiar) and ran them at the chart-recommended pressures.

[RBW] Say NO to Internet censorship

Hi, When the Senate comes back into session next week, they'll be voting on whether to grant themselves the power to turn off parts of the Internet. Fun sites you YouTube. Informative sites like Wikipedia. Political sites like MoveOn.org. If enacted, new laws would force Internet Service Provide

Re: [RBW] Re: Say NO to Internet censorship

"Representative democracy" is a myth. ~ I shouldn't talk, because I started all this by mistake! The rbw-owners-bunch address was in an address book I group-emailed, so my political leanings were inadvertently introduced in a VERY off-topic manner. For the record, I abhor OT posts, as well as

Re: [RBW] Say NO to Internet censorship

That oughtta do it! On 1/21/2012 6:17 PM, PATRICK MOORE wrote: If'n this thread doesn't go away soon I will start posting about trikes. On Sat, Jan 21, 2012 at 7:13 PM, jimD > wrote: I'm partial to black. More devilish. -JimD On Jan 21, 2012, at 1

Re: [RBW] Free Tubes 700x28/32/35 normal weight presta valved.

Did anyone ever take you up on these? If not, I'd be interested Dave Faller dfal...@charter.net On 1/25/2012 7:34 PM, murphyjrfk wrote: i have a handful of tubes, four or five i think, all kenda i believe, presta valved. 700x28-35 range. i don't have a bike w 700c wheels any more and i don't

Re: [RBW] BQ / VBQ Issues - Free-ish to Good Home

Rats! On 2/12/2012 5:11 PM, robert zeidler wrote: I'll take them! On Sunday, February 12, 2012, Cyclofiend Jim > wrote: > Hey there - > > On a tear this weekend to re-engineer the workspace, and have come across a four or five inch stack of Bicycle Quarterly /

Re: [RBW] Re: How much should a bike cost?

Agreed. What the market will bear. When you come right down to it, the topic applies to anything that is for sale and is ridiculous to call it a RBW list topic just because it speculates on the value of bikes. How is the original post not "off topic" when it really has nothing specifically t

Re: [RBW] Rim replacement suggestions?

I appreciate the suggestion. Too bad these don't come in all silver. I really don't like black rims, at least on my Ram... On 7/30/2011 7:13 PM, cyclotourist wrote: Velocity A23 are the hot new rims: http://www.bikesonline.com/velocity-a-23-700c-32h-black-silver-with-machined-sidewall.htm

Re: [RBW] Fishy Betty

This is "Rivendell Reader" material. On 8/3/2011 7:45 PM, grant wrote: The craigslist "antique" one.here's the latest, kind of interesting- One of our customers contacted the guy, had planned to buy the bike for as little as possible. Expected to meet him on the street down by the corne

Re: [RBW] 3 nice things from Rivendell

Same problem here. I ride a local trail a lot, and some days upward of 50% of the walkers have ear buds plugged in; then they get mad because you scared them by passing on the left, even after ringing a bell, etc. Nothing you can do, really, except avoid them when they jump! On 8/12/2011 1:

Re: [RBW] Re: Interesting refutation of Gary Taubes' obesity ideas

Your experience is very similar to mine. I bought and read both of Taubes' books. I do not follow his recommendations to the letter, by any means, but I did quit most sugar and most carbs. I still have a sandwich now and then, and I eat some chips here and there. I still love beer, but I cu

Re: [RBW] Re: Interesting refutation of Gary Taubes' obesity ideas

I think you should actually read "Why We Get Fat". What you are asserting is largely refuted in the book. On 8/12/2011 11:00 AM, PATRICK MOORE wrote: One huge difference between our mid-20th-century-on and the lives of even relatively recent forbears is simply the absence of physical activity.

Re: [RBW] Re: Interesting refutation of Gary Taubes' obesity ideas

Thanks Zack! This is _precisely_ what I've been wanting to say, but was on the verge of a tirade. Arguing on the internet, in any form, is often dangerous and always stupid unless all parties are equally informed and open to having their beliefs toppled. I've been quietly humbled many times

Re: [RBW] What would Taubes put in a Boxy (or Candy Bar) Bag for a long ride

During an energy-hogging ride it doesn't seem to matter how you eat. Your body is desperately looking for available calories, probably at a rate faster than you can digest them and make them available. 200 cal. per hour is probably all one should eat while riding to maintain the energy flow.

Re: [RBW] "Wow you go really fast on that thing"

I usually get compliments on how "pretty" my Ram is, probably because it's green and not black or white like the ubiquitous Specialized/Giant/Etc. bikes around here. I recently was approached by a pair of women who were power walking and came up to me while I was resting. They admired the bik

Re: [RBW] Worn out Chainrings?

I'd say you've got your money's worth out of those rings. Those teeth are overdue! While you're at it, when's the last time you replaced your chain? On 10/2/2011 9:34 PM, rob markwardt wrote: Greetings, I went for a wonderful long, wet, cold ride up to Snoqualmie summit yesterday (it's de

Re: [RBW] Ride Pics - Rambouillet in Bodega Bay, Coleman Valley Road, PCH

Great pix! How are you liking those brake levers? On 11/6/2011 4:41 PM, reynoldslugs wrote: Pictures of a lovely weekend pair of ridse from Bodega, up Coleman Valley Road; time-outs on Salmon Creek and Coleman Beaches. http://www.flickr.com/photos/41563482@N06/sets/72157627945612093/with/6320

Re: [RBW] Re: Noticed anything different about front bag handling

Thanks, Kelly, for saying what many of us are probably thinking! Every hobby has a joyous geekery about it, and every hobby shared with like-mined enthusiasts always gets explored to its extremes. I think that's normal and, to some degree, part of the fun; but the fun bleeds right out of it w

Re: [RBW] Ot; Weightlifting; old school.

You are correct about the OT part. On 11/24/2011 7:51 PM, Richard wrote: Greetings. I used to ride bikes but stopped totally a few months back to exclusively devote my spare time to becoming immensely strong; squat deadlift bench and overhead. I think aerobic exercise was wearing me down. I am

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