Re: [RBW] Re: Morning coffee ride on the freshly painted All Rounder!

2013-07-08 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hey Brad, I'm not one for too many rules but can see the enjoyment when one finds said MOJO within those guidelines. I personally just like it when I find a totem that speaks to me while on the road.. Now I'll be thinking of the rules as I pedal and see what I see. Best, Hugh Sunland, Ca On

Re: [RBW] Re: Terrible News

2013-07-11 Thread Hugh Smitham
I'm in. It's a great idea. Hugh Sunland, Ca On Wed, Jul 10, 2013 at 9:57 PM, Eric Norris wrote: > I'm in. > > Eric N > www.CampyOnly.com > CampyOnlyGuy.blogspot.com > Twitter: @CampyOnlyGuy > > On Jul 10, 2013, at 9:49 PM, Evan wrote: > > I like Bob Barr's postcard suggestion. What do you-a

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell sighting what are the odds?

2013-07-12 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hi Tom, Really like the build it looks awesome! Most of my family live in Carmel Valley and I ride their occasionally. Perhaps we can put together a day ride one of these days. Best, Hugh Sunland, Ca On Thu, Jul 11, 2013 at 8:54 PM, Tom Virgil wrote: > Please allow me to introduce myself.

Re: [RBW] Re: NITTO-esqe new King cages on Riv now for cheap!

2013-08-01 Thread Hugh Smitham
Steve, Seriously I've been using the iris cages now for two months with kleen kanteens and admit they are a stiff pull, but in those two months I've become use to them. I have never attempted to pull the third one bottom of down tube while riding as I believe you would need to have the flexibilit

Re: [RBW] Re: Calling all SoCal Rivsters S240 August 23rd anyone? See details below.

2013-08-01 Thread Hugh Smitham
Tom, Thanks for the advice I neglected to mention said sage advice...humm as far as moteling it where's the fun in that? That is unless they allow camp fires in the lobby...I do hope you can make it. Best, Hugh Sunland, Ca On Wed, Jul 31, 2013 at 8:57 PM, Tom Virgil wrote: > A ride up Camp P

Re: [RBW] Re: Calling all SoCal Rivsters S240 August 23rd anyone? See details below.

2013-08-01 Thread Hugh Smitham
Mitch, It was good to meet you and would enjoy your presence on this S240. Doug has a point, you can ride your bike for evening festivities then (with appropriate lighting) ride the mile or so to the Inn and reconvene for Breakfast. David mentioned a single track called the "No Tools" trail on t

Re: [RBW] Calling all SoCal Rivsters S240 August 23rd anyone? See details below.

2013-08-01 Thread Hugh Smitham
Curtis, Awesome! Glad to have you in on this one. Best, Hugh Sunland, Ca On Wed, Jul 31, 2013 at 6:02 PM, Curtis McKenzie wrote: > Hugh, count me in. A great way to end the summer. > > > On Wednesday, July 31, 2013, hsmitham wrote: > >> Ok I booked it cause I was afraid it would be gone! So

Re: [RBW] Re: Calling all SoCal Rivsters S240 August 23rd anyone? See details below.

2013-08-01 Thread Hugh Smitham
Jim, At the least you can drive down and hang with us or perhaps take a later train to San Clemente which is a 5 mile ride to San Mateo Campground, then we'll ride the single track, swim, eat and carry on about Rivendell bikes. Hugh Sunland, Ca On Thu, Aug 1, 2013 at 10:31 PM, James Warren wro

Re: [RBW] Re: Calling all SoCal Rivsters S240 August 23rd anyone? See details below.

2013-08-01 Thread Hugh Smitham
David, Let me see I have a spare tent you can use. I have a 1 person about 3 lbs & 2 person with a trail weight( Fly, poles & footprint) of 4 lbs works well. Let me decide which I'm bringing and you can use the other. Cool? Hugh Sunland, Ca On Thu, Aug 1, 2013 at 10:44 PM, cyclotourist wrote:

Re: [RBW] Re: Calling all SoCal Rivsters S240 August 23rd anyone? See details below.

2013-08-02 Thread Hugh Smitham
Tom, Hope you can make it. As Grant puts it a S240 is a quick not too many logistical issues involved affair, and even if there are issues it's just an overnight the next day were all back to civilization. But yes it is shaping up nicely. I hope to put more of these together and try to bring more

Re: [RBW] Re: Calling all SoCal Rivsters S240 August 23rd anyone? See details below.

2013-08-02 Thread Hugh Smitham
I think we can shoot for 4 pm or so. Lets get some feedback on depart time. If Jim can make it then it needs to be later. Jim what time will work for you or do you want to opt out on this part and figure as you put it "to crash the event". I'll probably get down early and ride around Irvine and vis

Re: [RBW] Re: Calling all SoCal Rivsters S240 August 23rd anyone? See details below.

2013-08-02 Thread Hugh Smitham
possible. > > > -----Original Message- > From: Hugh Smitham ** > Sent: Aug 2, 2013 10:24 PM > To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com > Subject: Re: [RBW] Re: Calling all SoCal Rivsters S240 August 23rd anyone? > See details below. > > I think we can shoot for 4 pm or s

Re: [RBW] Re: Calling all SoCal Rivsters S240 August 23rd anyone? See details below.

2013-08-03 Thread Hugh Smitham
Thanks Deacon, though the sheer beauty in which you and your family bike-camp is awe inspiring. I can see why you live there. ~Hugh Hugh Sunland, Ca On Sat, Aug 3, 2013 at 5:45 AM, Deacon Patrick wrote: > I am in awe at the response you Westcoasters get on these things. > Beautiful! Enjoy! >

Re: [RBW] Re: Calling all SoCal Rivsters S240 August 23rd anyone? See details below.

2013-08-03 Thread Hugh Smitham
Mike, The earlier I would think the better. David, thanks for the extra info on the single track. I'm sold especially when you attached smiles, but I'm an easy sell:-) On Aug 3, 2013 1:09 PM, "Mike Schiller" wrote: > or Irvine at 349pm if that's better. > > ~mike > > > -- > You received this m

Re: [RBW] Re: Calling all SoCal Rivsters S240 August 23rd anyone? See details below.

2013-08-06 Thread Hugh Smitham
Evan, Sorry I only have my Cosmo and likely will purchase another. May I suggest you post it both on CL & the list-serve then I will direct you to a web seller that's reasonable price wise. That is if you can't find a trade. On the group make sure to post as FS/WTT Nitto R-14 rack for Tubus Cosmo

Re: [RBW] Re: Calling all SoCal Rivsters S240 August 23rd anyone? See details below.

2013-08-08 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hi Tom, Glad you're going to join us however you need to make it up. In regards to the camp site: I think we'll be okay with bikes and small tents so you're welcome to join us if we go over 8 person's we'll just be courtous and sauve. Here is the camp info: CAMPGROUND:SAN ONOFRE SB SITE:SM117 SIT

Re: [RBW] Re: Calling all SoCal Rivsters S240 August 23rd anyone? See details below.

2013-08-09 Thread Hugh Smitham
Made and confirmed my Amtrak ticket arriving in Irvine 10:53 am. Best, Hugh Sunland, Ca On Thu, Aug 8, 2013 at 11:30 PM, Hugh Smitham wrote: > Hi Tom, > > Glad you're going to join us however you need to make it up. In regards to > the camp site: I think we'll be oka

Re: [RBW] Re: Calling all SoCal Rivsters S240 August 23rd anyone? See details below.

2013-08-09 Thread Hugh Smitham
Thanks Doug, I did make the bicycle reservation. I should have been more specific with my question. I was concerned with the Pacific Surf Liner and bicycle transport boxed or not. Thankfully you have covered it. Thanks, -Hugh On Aug 9, 2013 3:08 PM, "dougP" wrote: > "..can you once again remind

Re: [RBW] Re: Calling all SoCal Rivsters S240 August 23rd anyone? See details below.

2013-08-09 Thread Hugh Smitham
Mike, I like the way you think. Cause I was thinking the same. Yet since I don't know Squat about Irvine I do a search of places and sure Doug can recommend something good. Best, -Hugh On Aug 9, 2013 7:57 PM, "Mike Schiller" wrote: > Looks like I'll need to let my beard grow in order to ride w

Re: [RBW] Leaving RBW Owners Bunch

2013-08-10 Thread Hugh Smitham
Phillip best ever. ~Hugh Hugh Sunland, Ca On Fri, Aug 9, 2013 at 9:48 PM, Philip Williamson < philip.william...@gmail.com> wrote: > That is, without a doubt, the best intro message subject ever. I may steal > it. > Welcome to the group! > > Philip > www.biketinker.com > > -- > You received thi

Re: [RBW] Re: Calling all SoCal Rivsters S240 August 23rd anyone? See details below.

2013-08-12 Thread Hugh Smitham
David, Here is my count. 1.Me 2.Doug 3.Evan 4.You 5.Curtis 6.Mike 7.Tom 8.Jim ? 9.Estaban? 10Mitch? So I have a confirmed 8 counting Jim in as I think he was in but might drive down later. I haven't heard whether Estaban was a confirmed participant also I haven't heard back from Mitch as he lives

Re: [RBW] Re: Love the Drops.

2013-08-12 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hey Bryan, Thanks I am enjoying the Hilsen. We need to get a ride in soon. I figure you've been busy of late. Best, Hugh Sunland, Ca On Mon, Aug 12, 2013 at 11:50 AM, Bryan wrote: > Hi, Hugh > > I love the drops! Both of my Rivs proudly sport 46 Noodles. I've done the > Moustache and Albat

Re: [RBW] Re: Calling all SoCal Rivsters S240 August 23rd anyone? See details below.

2013-08-12 Thread Hugh Smitham
Then my count David is 7 confirmed for Friday ride & camping so invite your friends unless it like 20. Best, Hugh Sunland, Ca On Mon, Aug 12, 2013 at 7:00 PM, dougP wrote: > Mitch has a prior commitment. I'll pass on inviting my buds as it looks > like we're close to capacity. For anyone

Re: [RBW] Love the Drops.

2013-08-12 Thread Hugh Smitham
Curtis, I appreciate the offer however the differential between my Hilsen 58 cm and your 67cm Hilsen probably wouldn't be the most effective trial geometry. I'd have to plant my magic bean just to mount your bike friendly giant. I will give it a go just for the humor of it. Of course it's all bas

Re: [RBW] Re: Love the Drops.

2013-08-12 Thread Hugh Smitham
Andy. Thanks for the kind words. As far as bars go if I had the bikes you speak of I'm sure I'd love up right bars on a cargo or strictly city bicycle. I remember considering the Atlantis, Hillborne and Hilsen , the Hilsen obviously won because it promised to carry a medium load but was willing t

Re: [RBW] Re: Post Courage Classic Pictures

2013-08-14 Thread Hugh Smitham
Deacon, I apologize if in my attempt at humor and a dash of concern I have offended. I for one have lost family members to cancer related to smoking, you bring up the point about the additives which are principally to enhance the effects of nicotine...they in affect make the tobacco more addictive

Re: [RBW] Re: Crazy Idea: Riv National Jamboree

2013-08-14 Thread Hugh Smitham
I think as Manny say's just pick a date and place, everything else will fall into place. Jim that is cool 20 years. Liesl we should start with voting of the three locations. I'm still wishing for that fourth location. Mr Gifford Pinchot has a nice place. ~Hugh On Wed, Aug 14, 2013 at 8:48 AM,

[RBW] To Live & Ride in LA (Riv Sighting)

2014-11-26 Thread Hugh Smitham
While making my way to work in bumper to bumper traffic on Glendale Boulevard wishing I was on my Riv rather than in my Miata (if your gonna drive it's a fun ride) roadster...I spied an Orange Sam with canvas saddle bags. I slowed and we had a brief exchange while I frustrated other motorists. So w

Re: [RBW] Re: Yet _even more_ travel coffee questions!

2014-11-28 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hi Chris, I like it! Why choose? Just use both. I think a Helix collapsible cone purchase from OAC is imminent. Thanks, ~Hugh Los Angeles, CA On Nov 27, 2014 7:26 PM, "Pondero" wrote: > Hugh, I have the larger Porlex grinder and it works very well for me. I > alternate between the aeropres

[RBW] Post Thanksgiving Cranksgiving Dirt Paradise Ride.

2014-11-29 Thread Hugh Smitham
Three plus hours and twenty miles of pristine dirt single track around Carmel Valley in San Diego ' s North County was enjoyed by we five members of (SCAR) SoCal All Rounders. David Greenblatt, Mike Shiller, Tom Virgil, Curtis Mckenzie and I socalpedalpusher. We all met at David's home and promptl

Re: [RBW] Re: Post Thanksgiving Cranksgiving Dirt Paradise Ride.

2014-11-30 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hey Jon, Yeah cyclotourist has a point Mike's Flickr image's have a series of a bike camping adventure he did the weekend before down into the Anza Borrego. This ride recap was about a coastal day ride around Del Mar. The Anza stuff is great though and has been calling to me for a while now! So a

Re: [RBW] Re: Post Thanksgiving Cranksgiving Dirt Paradise Ride.

2014-12-01 Thread Hugh Smitham
Chris, It was great fun with great camaraderie. Re: The Albatross Bars, It took me long enough to finally adopt em! Now I can't imagine riding without them. Homer still has the Albastasche?? Cheers, ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Ein

Re: [RBW] Re: Post Thanksgiving Cranksgiving Dirt Paradise Ride.

2014-12-01 Thread Hugh Smitham
Brian, Yes indeed...though that NW still has it's siren call, this summer a greater Puget Sound tour. Ole Willy is right at home in the dirt...handled it all with aplomb. Cheer, ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocip

Re: [RBW] Re: Cheviot Sighting in Vancouver, BC

2014-12-02 Thread Hugh Smitham
Well since I wrote that last post, looks like BC is in the cards! I hope at least a day in Vancouver. Cheers, ~Hugh On Dec 2, 2014 6:00 PM, "Cecily Walker" wrote: > Sure thing. Hopefully I'll be back riding by then. > > > > On Wednesday, November 26, 2014 6:32:00 PM UTC-8, hsmitham wrote: >> >>

Re: [RBW] Re: Post Thanksgiving Cranksgiving Dirt Paradise Ride.

2014-12-02 Thread Hugh Smitham
Chris, Alba ' s in Homers very near future. ~Hugh Los Angeles, CA On Dec 2, 2014 5:09 AM, "Pondero" wrote: > Hugh, currently, all my Rivs are albatross controlled. > > (and stay tuned for the Atlantis reveal) > > Chris Johnson > Sanger, Texas > > -- > You received this message because you ar

Re: [RBW] Re: Thankful for rain

2014-12-03 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hard to argue with that! ~Hugh Los Angeles, CA On Dec 3, 2014 4:31 PM, "Deacon Patrick" wrote: > Noise and clogging from rocks, duff, and sticks. Plus, I don't mind > getting wet or dirty. > > With abandon, > Patrick > > On Wednesday, December 3, 2014 5:27:27 PM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote: >>

Re: [RBW] Re: Post Thanksgiving Cranksgiving Dirt Paradise Ride.

2014-12-05 Thread Hugh Smitham
Thanks Geoffrey...s24o bound with another write up in the near future. Cheers, ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipedemusings.blogspot.com/ On Wed, Dec 3, 2014 at 7:46 AM, Geoffrey wrote: > Really cool write up

Re: [RBW] Re: Compass 26 × 1.75 Feedback requested

2015-01-21 Thread Hugh Smitham
MIke, Erl, Rod, Aaron and Chris, thanks so far for the feedback. I'm leaning towards the Compass as I'll be doing a long tour this Summer. I originally figured the WTB "All Terrains" would be fine for mixed terrain riding and they are but I'm rethinking the whole weight penalty thing these days.Ye

Re: [RBW] ISO an R 14 Top Rack.

2015-01-21 Thread Hugh Smitham
Jim, Pics would be great! It would come with all the hardware? Have the stays been cut? Cheers, ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipedemusings.blogspot.com/ On Wed, Jan 21, 2015 at 11:52 AM, Jim Bronson wrote:

Re: [RBW] Compass 26 × 1.75 Feedback requested

2015-01-21 Thread Hugh Smitham
I feel ya Bill. Thinking of unloading some rafter hanging rubber. Maybe post the 26x2.0 Big Ben's and the 650b x 41 Fatty Rumkins to name a couple. ~Hugh On Jan 21, 2015 2:41 PM, "Bill Lindsay" wrote: > I'm trying to decide what's worse, having the dollars stack up at $130 a > pair for really i

Re: [RBW] Re: Compass 26 × 1.75 Feedback requested

2015-01-21 Thread Hugh Smitham
Mike, I agree with you on the merits of a tire like the Pasela. So your still in the if column? Was my description not enticing enough? I suppose I could have added more flourishing descriptions. By the way there will be logging roads up the West side of the Island. ~Hugh On Jan 21, 2015 3:25 PM

Re: [RBW] ISO an R 14 Top Rack.

2015-01-21 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hey Chris, I'll let you know. I'm waiting on another lister with a R14 rack to get back to me with some details. If it turns out I pass I'll get back to you. Thanks for the offer. Cheers, ~Hugh On Jan 21, 2015 7:52 PM, "Christopher Murray" wrote: > Howdy, > > I have a new, still in the box, ne

Re: [RBW] Re: The joy of a bicycle.

2015-01-24 Thread Hugh Smitham
Exactly! ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipedemusings.blogspot.com/ On Sat, Jan 24, 2015 at 4:47 AM, Deacon Patrick wrote: > "... it doesn't matter the distance... just the freedom" > > And part of the freedom

Re: [RBW] Re: 14 for '14

2015-01-28 Thread Hugh Smitham
David, Just love the simplicity of all the back country roads. The POV from the riders perspective say's it all so well! NOw I really need to back away from this screen and ride! Thanks. ~Hugh ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein

Re: [RBW] Re: 14 for '14

2015-01-28 Thread Hugh Smitham
Eunice, Lovely just lovely. What an eye you have. As I rolled through your 14 I was struck with how many I'd missed through the course of your posts. One of my New Year resolutions is to be more liberal with my Favs! Cheers, ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must k

Re: [RBW] Re: 14 for '14

2015-01-28 Thread Hugh Smitham
Jim, Some really great times in there, the Mount Tam pics have me drooling to get up there. Maybe a quick three day trip soon. Cheers, ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipedemusings.blogspot.com/ On Wed, Jan 28,

Re: [RBW] Re: 14 for '14

2015-01-29 Thread Hugh Smitham
Bob, Great set. I really like your use of depth of field for dramatic effect. I don't use it enough my self. Inspired terrain you have out there on the right coast. Cheers, ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipedemus

Re: [RBW] Re: 14 for '14

2015-01-29 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hi Bob, Well I make the best of what I have here in Los Angeles which is pretty darn nice. I think Los Angeles gets a bad reputation with all the car business and pathetic mass transit though I read somewhere that Los Angeles has the potential to be one of the greatest bicycle cities. If we can op

Re: [RBW] Re: Question on Big Ben handling

2015-01-30 Thread Hugh Smitham
I concur with Shoji, that's been my experience thus far. A great rolling tire nonetheless. Cheers, ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipedemusings.blogspot.com/ On Fri, Jan 30, 2015 at 7:16 AM, Shoji Takahashi wro

Re: [RBW] Re: Question on Big Ben handling

2015-01-31 Thread Hugh Smitham
gher psi and be cautious on downhill turns. I also lowered my > handlebars some which was also recommended. > > On Fri, Jan 30, 2015 at 7:33 AM, Hugh Smitham > wrote: > >> I concur with Shoji, that's been my experience thus far. A great rolling >> tire nonetheless

Re: [RBW] Re: Front end shimmy.

2015-02-07 Thread Hugh Smitham
Doug, Your right it's a relatively inexpensive experiment and one I'll most likely do. You know the shimmy did happen when I had a rear and front load, so maybe I can't blame it all on a front load? I was carrying about 20# in the rear so perhaps it's just the fact that I have about 25# total pl

Re: [RBW] Re: Grant sets them straight with letter to editor

2015-02-25 Thread Hugh Smitham
I pictured the children smacking their foreheads in embarrassment for their parents. Now that image makes me laugh. ~Hugh On Feb 25, 2015 5:01 PM, "Mark Reimer" wrote: > Haha I laughed out loud when picturing that > > > > On Feb 25, 2015, at 6:58 PM, Doug Williams wrote: > > There are many ride

Re: [RBW] Re: Grant sets them straight with letter to editor

2015-02-26 Thread Hugh Smitham
Well that should sell a bunch of stretchy light weight bikey stuff! I had to stop half way through the video to catch my breath ;) Fun to watch. On Feb 26, 2015 2:55 PM, "Mark Reimer" wrote: > Oh I wouldn't be so sure about that... > > http://theradavist.com/2015/02/santa-cruz-stigmata-cross-vid

Re: [RBW] Coffee outside.

2015-10-02 Thread Hugh Smitham
Eunice, Do I have to commit to it now? ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipedemusings.blogspot.com/ On Fri, Oct 2, 2015 at 7:44 PM, Eunice Chang wrote: > Never boring! > > So you're in for the coffeeneuring chal

Re: [RBW] Coffee outside.

2015-10-03 Thread Hugh Smitham
Well then I guess it's official! Better get my coffee making game on. ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.com/ On Sat, Oct 3, 2015 at 9:12 AM, Shawn Granton < urbanadventurelea...@gmail.com> wrote: > O

Re: [RBW] My First ever Coffeeneuring Challenge

2015-10-03 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hey Justin, You got outside and had coffee and the bonus was the Beagle got to out and about with a swim too Tail Winds, ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.com/ On Sat, Oct 3, 2015 at 2:49 PM, Justin

Re: [RBW] Re: FS Rivendell Roll-y Pol-y tires 28mm

2015-10-03 Thread Hugh Smitham
I'm sorry you guys I had to pull the family guilt card. On Oct 3, 2015 6:16 PM, "Bruce Smitham" wrote: > And the tires are sold...to my brother- ha! > > On Saturday, October 3, 2015 at 9:30:34 AM UTC-7, Bruce Smitham wrote: >> >> For sale pair of Rivendell Roll-y Pol-y 28mm tires. Used but in gre

Re: [RBW] Coffee outside.

2015-10-03 Thread Hugh Smitham
d as I'm dealing > with water torture, I mean rain, I mean Hurricane Joaquin (it's actually > been raining nonstop for two straight weeks. Everybody, including the > bikes, have cabin (shed? stable?) fever. > > Hopefully tomorrow is more promising... > > -E. >

Re: [RBW] Re: Selle Anatomica Burgundy X Series for sale

2015-10-04 Thread Hugh Smitham
They really are. I still need some miles to determine whether it fits my rear end too. Cheers, ~Hugh On Oct 4, 2015 1:51 PM, "Don Compton" wrote: > Glad your happy with it. They just don't fit my posterior. They're very > well made. > Don > > On Sunday, October 4, 2015 at 10:19:22 AM UTC-7, hsm

Re: [RBW] Coffee outside.

2015-10-04 Thread Hugh Smitham
2 > > Made it! Thank goodness for fenders. And sorry all the panicking on east > coast made Joaquin go further east. I'm sure he would have liked to visit > California. (Maybe someone needs to sing California Dreamin' with > rainsticks?) > > -E. > > On Sat, Oct 3, 201

Re: [RBW] Coffee outside.

2015-10-05 Thread Hugh Smitham
better coffee weather! >> https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/21935612112/ >> >> On Sun, Oct 4, 2015 at 9:36 PM, Hugh Smitham wrote: >> >>> I reckon my dance did the trick! Joaquin moved on and water fell from >>> the skies above thirsty SoCal. A

Re: [RBW] Coffee outside.

2015-10-05 Thread Hugh Smitham
oined the club for a sunny-day open-wheeled roadster ride: >>>> https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/21300051014 >>>> >>>> It was a different story today... much better coffee weather! >>>> https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/2193561

Re: [RBW] Re: San Francisco to Monterey, via way of Rivendell picnic

2015-10-06 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hey Doug, Fairly busy myself. Probably not too free till first of November. Let's plan a day ride in November. Tail Winds, ~Hugh On Oct 6, 2015 7:39 PM, "dougP" wrote: > Coffeeneuring beckons. Out of town until next week. Let's plan something. > > Doug > > -- > You received this message becaus

Re: [RBW] Re: New fat 700 tires! 700x42 ultra light

2015-10-10 Thread Hugh Smitham
Mike, This was relayed to me second hand. But loaded in front too high I'll get shimmy on my Hilsen. I had some disbelief regarding the NFE and shimmy considering it has a low trail fork. Some more feedback is obviously required by other NFE owners. ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep

Re: [RBW] Re: My recent Coffee Outside Escapades.

2015-10-11 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hi Jon, Thanks for the kind words. It was a hellacious climb with loaded bikes & heat. At this point I'm accustomed to the high temps. Had it been 20 degrees cooler probably would have made our goal. The Selle Anatomica X saddle is on my 1984 Trek 660 race bike. Though I've only ridden on it for

Re: [RBW] Re: My recent Coffee Outside Escapades.

2015-10-11 Thread Hugh Smitham
neuring photos on top) > > -E. > > > > On Sun, Oct 11, 2015 at 5:28 PM, Hugh Smitham > wrote: > >> Hi Jon, >> >> Thanks for the kind words. It was a hellacious climb with loaded bikes & >> heat. At this point I'm accustomed to the high temp

Re: [RBW] Re: Coffee outside.

2015-10-12 Thread Hugh Smitham
Dear Cecily, It'll happen! Very proud of you, physical therapy isn't easy. I look forward to seeing images of you out and about again. Tail Winds, ~Hugh ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.com/ On Su

Re: [RBW] Re: New fat 700 tires! 700x42 ultra light

2015-10-14 Thread Hugh Smitham
Thanks for the feedback Luke. Beautiful build. Great to see you did the PR. Tail Winds, ~Hugh On Oct 14, 2015 9:06 AM, "lukeheller" wrote: > Oh yeah, it shimmys with or without the saddle bag by the way. But I put a > lot of effort into front loading that bike to reduce shimmy. I only use a > s

Re: [RBW] Re: C&O in October

2015-10-15 Thread Hugh Smitham
Tony, Really enjoyed your blog post about the experience and ride. As always the images were great. Just a funny side note. When I first discovered Rivendell for some reason I thought they were East Coast based, of course I quickly realized they were in Walnut Creek, but seeing you all riding out

Re: [RBW] Re: C&O in October

2015-10-15 Thread Hugh Smitham
Chris, Looks like a wonderful time had by all. Loved your images and above all you brought the laid back Texas Leisure Consultant vibe out east. Always a challenge to jump back into one's everyday routine after the high of a successful trip/tour. There is comfort of course in those familiar surrou

Re: [RBW] Re: FS Acorn Rando Bag.

2015-10-15 Thread Hugh Smitham
The smaller of the two. Sorry Dennis. On Oct 15, 2015 9:49 PM, "Dennis Hogan" wrote: > Hi Hugh, > > Is it the regular size rando bag or the larger? If the larger, I would be > interested. > Thx > Dennis in PDX > > On Thursday, October 15, 2015 at 9:02:26 PM UTC-7, hsmitham wrote: >> >> Just throw

Re: [RBW] Re: Cross/knobby 650B tires

2015-10-22 Thread Hugh Smitham
David, I think Jeffery nailed it. For my Hilsen the Cazadero's are pretty much it. I think the R&R's are a mm too large. Waiting on a set of Cazadero's to mount soon. I wish there were more options but as Jeffery said above the 27+ has taken over, were in a pocket universe for cross type tires in

Re: [RBW] Re: Coffee outside.

2015-10-24 Thread Hugh Smitham
Another update: http://velocipeedemusings.com/2015/10/24/a-rambling-i-shall-go-a-coffeenuring-challenge-ride/ Tail Winds, ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.com/ On Fri, Oct 23, 2015 at 6:45 AM, 'cla

Re: [RBW] Re: Coffeeneuring ride.

2015-11-01 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hi Don, Isn't it just natural, bikes & coffee. For me there's nothing like a group ride with a beverage break. Thanks for sharing your ride it sounds like a great day in the saddle. FYI Bruce my brother has your old Rodeo. I'm riding one of your lightly used Selle Anatomica's on my 1984 Trek 660

Re: [RBW] Need a Carradice leather strap.

2015-11-04 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hi Eric, Should have mentioned the color. Thanks. Looking for the tan/honey variety. Tail Winds, ~Hugh On Nov 4, 2015 5:19 PM, "Eric Norris" wrote: > What color and length do you need? I have a white strap that came with my > zip roll that I don't need. > > --Eric N > www.CampyOnly.com > Camp

Re: [RBW] Need a Carradice leather strap.

2015-11-04 Thread Hugh Smitham
And long length needed to a run through bag and attach to brooks hoop tabs. On Nov 4, 2015 6:31 PM, "Hugh Smitham" wrote: > Hi Eric, > > Should have mentioned the color. Thanks. > > Looking for the tan/honey variety. > > Tail Winds, > > ~Hugh > On N

Re: [RBW] Need a Carradice leather strap.

2015-11-04 Thread Hugh Smitham
gh to a Carradice? > > > http://www.rivbike.com/Bike-Bags-s/37.htm?searching=Y&sort=2&cat=37&show=16&page=4 > > On Wednesday, November 4, 2015 at 9:33:09 PM UTC-5, hsmitham wrote: >> >> And long length needed to a run through bag and attach to brooks hoop &

Re: [RBW] Need a Carradice leather strap.

2015-11-04 Thread Hugh Smitham
Thanks Drew. On Nov 4, 2015 7:39 PM, "drew" wrote: > Think I may have one. I'll go look > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to a topic in the > Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To unsubscribe from this topic, visit > https://groups.google.com/d/topic/rbw-owners-

Re: [RBW] Re: Need a Carradice leather strap.

2015-11-04 Thread Hugh Smitham
Thanks George. I think Drew has me covered. And he's local. Tail Winds, ~Hugh On Nov 4, 2015 8:19 PM, "George Cline" wrote: > Or try here: http://www.wallbike.com/ > > Bill's a good guy and he has Carradice spares. > > On Wednesday, November 4, 2015 at 4:49:26 PM UTC-8, hsmitham wrote: >> >> I

Re: [RBW] Re: Low Trail Hilsen?

2015-11-05 Thread Hugh Smitham
Kieran, I didn't even consider that Chris's AHH had a new LT fork. Calling Chris!! ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.com/ On Thu, Nov 5, 2015 at 9:25 AM, Kieran J wrote: > I believe listmember Chri

Re: [RBW] Re: Richard Sachs

2015-11-05 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hahahahaha. Not that strikes me funny. On Nov 5, 2015 3:42 PM, "Bill Lindsay" wrote: > Definition of ATMO > > :-) :-) > > > > On Thursday, November 5, 2015 at 3:30:42 PM UTC-8, Joe Bernard wrote: >> >> What the heck does "atmo" mean? He used to pepper his posts wi

Re: [RBW] Re: Richard Sachs

2015-11-05 Thread Hugh Smitham
That's "now" ATMO. On Nov 5, 2015 3:46 PM, "Hugh Smitham" wrote: > Hahahahaha. Not that strikes me funny. > On Nov 5, 2015 3:42 PM, "Bill Lindsay" wrote: > >> Definition of ATMO <http://lmgtfy.com/?q=atmo&l=1> >> >> :-)

Re: [RBW] Re: Coffeeneuring ride.

2015-11-09 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hi Jon, Sorry for the delay in replying.Been in the saddle a bit :) So glad you enjoyed the post. Tail Winds, ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.com/ On Mon, Nov 2, 2015 at 1:38 PM, Jon Dukeman in t

Re: [RBW] Re: Coffeeneuring ride.

2015-11-09 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hi Don, You know I think so too. Clearly you have some fantastic terrain and I'm sure coffee stops too. Tail Winds, ~Hugh On Nov 9, 2015 7:28 PM, "Don Compton" wrote: > Hugh, > Looking at your blog, you guys have some great coffee rides. > Don Compton > > > On Monday, November 9, 2015 at 10:12

Re: [RBW] Re: Coffeeneuring ride.

2015-11-09 Thread Hugh Smitham
Spot on Don. On Nov 9, 2015 9:07 PM, "Don Compton" wrote: > Hugh, > In '84 I started riding to replace running. I was a college golfer and > played after college in amateur tournaments. I had some serious back issues > and decided to replace running with cycling after watching Grewal winning > th

Re: [RBW] Re: Coffeeneuring ride.

2015-11-10 Thread Hugh Smitham
Thanks Chris! I'll do my best. Tail Winds, ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.com/ On Tue, Nov 10, 2015 at 7:27 AM, 'Chris Lampe 2' via RBW Owners Bunch < rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com> wrote: >

Re: [RBW] Re: Coffeeneuring ride.

2015-11-13 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hi Doug! Neglected?? Who's saying that?? I wouldn't say that. Stay tuned :^)) ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.com/ On Fri, Nov 13, 2015 at 12:11 PM, dougP wrote: > Your Rivs aren't feeling neglec

Re: [RBW] Re: Coffeeneuring ride.

2015-11-14 Thread Hugh Smitham
Here's ride #7 well kinda, Read about it here <http://velocipeedemusings.com/> Tail Winds, ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.com/ On Fri, Nov 13, 2015 at 5:09 PM, Hugh Smitham wrote:

Re: [RBW] Re: Coffeeneuring ride.

2015-11-14 Thread Hugh Smitham
Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.com/ On Sat, Nov 14, 2015 at 1:05 PM, Hugh Smitham wrote: > Here's ride #7 well kinda, > > Read about it here <http://velocipeedemusings.com/> > > T

Re: [RBW] Re: Coffeeneuring ride.

2015-11-14 Thread Hugh Smitham
e/> >> another and the last of these posts for this year's Coffeeneuring Challenge >> of 2015. >> >> Tail Winds, >> >> ~Hugh >> >> “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep >> moving.” ― Albert Einstein >> >&

Re: [RBW] Re: Coffeeneuring ride.

2015-11-14 Thread Hugh Smitham
>> >> Tail Winds, >> >> ~Hugh >> >> “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep >> moving.” ― Albert Einstein >> >> http://velocipeedemusings.com/ >> >> >> >> On Sat, Nov 14, 2015 at 1:0

Re: [RBW] Re: LARCC

2015-11-15 Thread Hugh Smitham
Doug, You are welcome. I love that edition of bike camp kitchen. It's a really nice group. Tail Winds, ~Hugh On Nov 15, 2015 11:14 AM, "dougP" wrote: > Thanks Hugh. Looks like a good group & an interesting scene. Here's the > combo bike & kitchen: > > > > On Sunday, November 15, 2015 at 10

Re: [RBW] Re: LARCC

2015-11-15 Thread Hugh Smitham
Jon, I'm glad you like it. I think a group like this is absolutely doable in Denver and other areas too. Tail Winds, ~Hugh On Nov 15, 2015 2:20 PM, "Jon Dukeman in the foothills of Colorado" < row.n.2nowh...@gmail.com> wrote: > Hugh, > Thanks for posting the video link. > It would be great to g

Re: [RBW] LARCC

2015-11-15 Thread Hugh Smitham
Those first three I can vouch as really great people. That last character, well shady comes to mind 8^) On Nov 15, 2015 2:45 PM, "cyclotourist" wrote: > Russ & Laura, John Prolly, and Hugh all in one spot! > > On Sun, Nov 15, 2015 at 10:31 AM, hsmitham wrote: > > Hey Rivsters, > > > > Here's a n

Re: [RBW] LARCC

2015-11-15 Thread Hugh Smitham
Lol's Edwin...hey I have an F-150, artisnal bike cap and a beard cause it's LA and were OG 8^) On Nov 15, 2015 3:08 PM, "Edwin W" wrote: > Artisanal bike caps, beards of all variety, you sure that wasn't in > Portland? > Posted from F-150 country, > > Edwin in Nashville > > -- > You received this

Re: [RBW] Re: Coffeeneuring ride.

2015-11-16 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hi John, Glad I had that effect on you :) There's something special about brewing up your own cup of coffee outdoors and doing so under your own power with a bike. I'd love to see pictures of your outing not that I don't believe you just fun to see folks in their environment. Do you have plans t

Re: [RBW] Re: Coffeeneuring ride.

2015-11-16 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hey John just saw your post. Gonna read it right now! ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.com/ On Mon, Nov 16, 2015 at 9:40 AM, Hugh Smitham wrote: > Hi John, > > Glad I had that effe

Re: [RBW] Re: It was a nice day for...

2015-11-16 Thread Hugh Smitham
Ron, I always appreciate your builds. Tail Winds, ~Hugh On Nov 16, 2015 1:40 PM, "Ron Mc" wrote: > thanks John, I get many good compliments on my bike at water stops - I've > had people walk around it and look at every detail on it, stand back, and > look some more. The girl on the trail blur

Re: [RBW] Re: Well, it finally happened

2015-11-19 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hey Mark, No expert here, but what I've read from folks who obsesse about ride characteristics claim that 4" and above is where you gain the performance/float in sand or snow. A 650b plus 3 or 3.25" or 26×3 is a compromise at that end of the spectrum on those surfaces. I'm in the process myself o

Re: [RBW] Re: Well, it finally happened

2015-11-19 Thread Hugh Smitham
Yep 3" seems like a sweet spot. I spoke with Mike Schiller and we figured that a bike optimized for max 3.25 could also run 700×2" for more pavement oriented touring and not affect bottom bracket height. Plus there are a decent number of tire choices below 3" so that's the dire

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