Re: [RBW] The healing power of the bicycle a Rivendell story.

2015-11-21 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hey Steve, Thanks man. The beer is a nice touch and if I wasn't off to a wedding shortly I'd be joining you in the same endeavor. Glad you liked the post. Tail Winds, ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.

Re: [RBW] Re: Prayers for all effected by violence

2015-12-04 Thread Hugh Smitham
Nothing wrong with the topic. Just be the respectfully folks that we all are. Above all think before you post and be respectful & tolerant. Tail Winds, ~Hugh On Dec 4, 2015 7:49 AM, "stevef" wrote: > "If?" This thread should've never been started. > > On Friday, December 4, 2015 at 10:10:47 AM

[RBW] Re: A Long Weekend in Marin (Jacquie Phelan's 60th Birthday Party Extravaganza)

2015-12-20 Thread Hugh Smitham
David, I think you did a wonderful job conveying the awesomeness of our shared experience. I'll chime in later with my thoughts. Tail Winds, ~Hugh On Dec 20, 2015 6:11 PM, "cyclotourist" wrote: > A touch late on posting this, but have tho share what a great time I had > up in Marin recently! L

Re: [RBW] Re: Do you ever find yourself tempted by brifters?

2015-12-21 Thread Hugh Smitham
Curious anybody know the pull ratios for Shimano 9, 10 & 11 and Campy 10 & 11? On Dec 21, 2015 2:23 PM, "Steve Palincsar" wrote: > > > On 12/21/2015 05:20 PM, Mark Reimer wrote: > >> On the oregon outback I ran into a guy on an Elephant NFE who was running >> 11-speed Campy athena brifters (aka t

Re: [RBW] Re: Do you ever find yourself tempted by brifters?

2015-12-21 Thread Hugh Smitham
Sweet! And a big thank you!! On Dec 21, 2015 2:32 PM, "Mark Reimer" wrote: > Ah, this is what it was called - Hubbub, after Hubbub cycles. > > > http://www.ctc.org.uk/cyclists-library/components/transmission-gears/derailleur-gears/shimergo#Shimergo > > On Mon, D

Re: [RBW] Re: Do you ever find yourself tempted by brifters?

2015-12-21 Thread Hugh Smitham
Or in mittens when it's freezing. On Dec 21, 2015 2:59 PM, "Mark Reimer" wrote: > I love that thumb tab because you can also click it with your pinkie > finger when your hands are on the 'tops'. > > > On Dec 21, 2015, at 4:53 PM, Jim Bronson wrote: > > > > I like the ergonomics of the way the Ca

Re: [RBW] Re: Let's see the best of your 2015

2016-01-10 Thread Hugh Smitham
Bob, Thanks, yes it was difficult but as you say this year it'll be 16. Great images Bob don't know how I missed some of these through the year. I love the coffeeneuring and train platform images. Have a healthy and adventurous '16. ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance,

Re: [RBW] Re: Let's see the best of your 2015

2016-01-10 Thread Hugh Smitham
Great images Patrick! Glad to see you have a new way to wrangle your images. As always I'm startled by the amazing territory you get to ride in and the extremes. Thanks for sharing. May '16 be an even better year for you and your family. ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balanc

Re: [RBW] Re: Let's see the best of your 2015

2016-01-10 Thread Hugh Smitham
John, I always love your images. You certainly have an eye. Have a great 2016!! ~Hugh On Jan 10, 2016 12:44 PM, "John Philip" wrote: > I always love seeing these. Here's my culled images from 2015. They end > at about the time of my first of two knee replacements in early August. I > hope to s

Re: [RBW] Re: Let's see the best of your 2015

2016-01-10 Thread Hugh Smitham
Well I'll be. Has a certain vibe to it. You may be in the running for leisure consultant extraordinaire. Look out Pondero! On Jan 10, 2016 6:48 PM, "cyclotourist" wrote: > But this is my absolute favorite photo of the year: > https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/19019948832 > > On Sun, Jan

Re: [RBW] Let's see the best of your 2015

2016-01-11 Thread Hugh Smitham
Paul, I gotta say you do a great job showcasing the Dallas area. I particularly like that country grocery store and the Trek 7000. Between you and Pondero visiting Texas has a greater pull. Have a great 2016 and keep snapping a pic or 10. Tail Winds, ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To kee

Re: [RBW] Re: Let's see the best of your 2015

2016-01-11 Thread Hugh Smitham
it absolutely hurts to limit it to just 15... here are my > 99 favorites from the year! > https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/sets/72157663423395965 > > > On Sun, Jan 10, 2016 at 7:10 PM, Hugh Smitham > wrote: > > Well I'll be. Has a certain vibe to it. You may be

Re: [RBW] Re: Let's see the best of your 2015

2016-01-11 Thread Hugh Smitham
> >> Looking forward to some good cycling in 2016. >> >> Lohe >> >> On Mon, Jan 11, 2016 at 12:10 PM, cyclotourist >> wrote: >> >>> And because it absolutely hurts to limit it to just 15... here are my >>> 99 favorites from the year! >>

Re: [RBW] Re: Let's see the best of your 2015

2016-01-11 Thread Hugh Smitham
Patrick, Thanks for sharing the Jobst images most timely...and the alps on my bucket list. Re Video: That's the way i ride everyday and the reason i get those stares :) Have a great 2016! Tail Winds, ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert E

Re: [RBW] Re: Let's see the best of your 2015

2016-01-11 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hi Marc, I just love your recap of the year! Pictures are great but your words really make it all come together! I admire how you pointed out all the great things you witnessed and the progress we are making as a nation with regards to cycling. Have a fantastic 2016 and look forward to your reflec

Re: [RBW] Re: Let's see the best of your 2015

2016-01-11 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hey Steve, But you did get some. I particularly like that MD gravel road. I know Maryland has some amazing back country roads and scenery perhaps a resolution in the new year come up with 16 images. Just kiddin! Enjoy the New Year and thanks for sharing. Tail Winds, ~Hugh “Life is like riding a

Re: [RBW] Re: Let's see the best of your 2015

2016-01-11 Thread Hugh Smitham
Dude! I love your images! David and his Singular, Jacquie & Charlie, you and our awesome weekend on the Tam and Jacquie queued for the RSR start. May you have an awesome 2016 and we revisit some of the same events and make more new memories. Tail Winds, ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To

Re: [RBW] Re: Let's see the best of your 2015

2016-01-11 Thread Hugh Smitham
Great set Mark! Such contrast between green, green spring to winter rides. You definitely set the bar high on locations, grit and quality of images. And you included the OOB images very sweet. I won't mention the other unofficial moniker that iteration of the OOB acquired. Looking forward to your

Re: [RBW] Re: Let's see the best of your 2015

2016-01-11 Thread Hugh Smitham
Thanks Eric, Flickr is wonky on my phone so I'll watch the video on my home computer later. Thanks for sharing. Stay dry my friend. Tail Winds, ~Hugh On Jan 11, 2016 2:04 PM, "EGNolan" wrote: > My best: https://www.flickr.com/photos/ericgnolan/albums/72157663268072692 > > Somehow I never poste

Re: [RBW] Re: Let's see the best of your 2015

2016-01-12 Thread Hugh Smitham
Rob, Very nice set! You live in a great area for riding in stunning natural beauty. Great pic of you and daughter having fun and love the different rides you have. Have a great '16 Tail Winds, ~Hugh On Jan 11, 2016 7:39 PM, "rob markwardt" wrote: > I thought I'd already done this but turns ou

Re: [RBW] Re: Let's see the best of your 2015

2016-01-12 Thread Hugh Smitham
Brian, As always great documentation of your OOB adventure and daily Seattle commute. Looking to '16 and your pictures & insights. Tail Winds, ~Hugh On Jan 12, 2016 8:30 AM, "stonehog" wrote: > Here are my faves from 2015. Thanks for all the inspiration, folks! > > https://flic.kr/s/aHskpctbA

Re: [RBW] Re: Let's see the best of your 2015

2016-01-12 Thread Hugh Smitham
Paul, I remember that image above it all on the RSR. There are a few folks I follow on Flickr from the other shore and your escapades always make me want to ride Virginia. You know I love your Homer that color! Hope to see you this March. Have a great '16 Tail Winds, ~Hugh On Jan 12, 2016 12:45

Re: [RBW] Re: Let's see the best of your 2015

2016-01-12 Thread Hugh Smitham
Clayton, Sounds like an excellent trip. Can you explain the interesting kickstand? Looks like a good stabilizer pad you added. Thanks for the share. How awesome to have a bike tour with your son. Here's to more great memories in '16 Tail Winds, ~Hugh On Jan 12, 2016 2:01 PM, "'Clayton' via RBW

Re: [RBW] Re: Let's see the best of your 2015

2016-01-12 Thread Hugh Smitham
Jon, I like how you do coffee outside! And Colorado is on my short list to visit. I was happy to see you and Brad connect for some rides. Happy 2016 my friend. Tail Winds, ~Hugh On Jan 12, 2016 2:39 PM, "Jon Dukeman in the foothills of Colorado" < row.n.2nowh...@gmail.com> wrote: > > My first

Re: [RBW] Re: Let's see the best of your 2015

2016-01-12 Thread Hugh Smitham
Nice Edwin, tour, Clem for your Son and family ride with pizza always a winner! I like the one Son's style dressed up with Chuck's. Looks like a great year. Tail Winds, ~Hugh On Jan 12, 2016 3:57 PM, "Edwin W" wrote: > > I've got 11 for 2015 > https://www.flickr.com/photos/90785999@N06/albums/7

Re: [RBW] Re: Let's see the best of your 2015

2016-01-13 Thread Hugh Smitham
Thanks Erl others in the past have made this suggestion in the past and I always enjoyed seeing other's great experiences from on and off the saddle. Gotta say Acadia National Park looks amazing! I've seen pictures before and have always wanted to visit Maine. Great seeing you and the boys out on

Re: [RBW] Re: Let's see the best of your 2015

2016-01-13 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hey Eric, I went back to look at the video and don't see it?? ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.com/ On Mon, Jan 11, 2016 at 2:04 PM, EGNolan wrote: > My best: https://www.flickr.com/photos/ericgno

Re: [RBW] Re: Let's see the best of your 2015

2016-01-13 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hi Drew, Well I've been meaning to rectify the riding alone part :) My first question is, where the heck is that magical waterfall location? I so want to swim there. Great images, love the coast tour one's. Here's to us getting in a ride together soon, maybe a Riv ride of DTLA? There is a LA do

Re: [RBW] Re: Let's see the best of your 2015

2016-01-13 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hi Tim, Yeah rub it in. We know you PDXers have it made! Love the images of Hood. And I'd love to know/ see the Barlow route you took. Thanks for the images, it definitely looked like a good year. Have an equally if not better '16. Tail Winds, ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep you

Re: [RBW] Re: Let's see the best of your 2015

2016-01-14 Thread Hugh Smitham
13, 2016 at 11:17 AM, Hugh Smitham wrote: > Hi Tim, > > Yeah rub it in. We know you PDXers have it made! > > Love the images of Hood. And I'd love to know/ see the Barlow route you > took. > > Thanks for the images, it definitely looked like a good year. Have a

[RBW] Re: A Homer Hilsen vs LHT - Will I notice a difference?

2017-12-29 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hi Drew, I don't have time to read through all the responses but I have had a AHH and now have a LHT. Yes there is a difference. The AHH will be a snappier than the LHT. I always do things backwards :) What I like about the LHT is the 1 1/8 threadless stem. If I ever do a long loaded tour then

[RBW] Re: FS: Saluki

2018-01-12 Thread Hugh Smitham
I would be sending funds now if it was 6cm larger. Exactly my favorite Rivendell. GLWTS. ~hugh -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-b

Re: [RBW] Re: Lower price Atlantis!

2018-03-22 Thread Hugh Smitham
Well put Tony. It has me intrigued. hugh On Tuesday, March 20, 2018 at 3:28:48 PM UTC-7, Tony DeFilippo wrote: > > I have to admit I'm now contemplating what I'd do if presented with a new > 650B Atlantis shod with 2.35" Schwable semi-slicks otherwise built up like > my Saluki with 42mm Compas

[RBW] Why I Might Delete a Thread

2019-12-12 Thread Hugh Smitham
Jim I second Erl's thoughts. Mainly a lurker these days, I've always respected this groups tenor and your steady hand. Happy holidays, Hugh -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

[RBW] Re: PSA: Tiny Saluki/Homer at RBW any color you want

2019-12-14 Thread Hugh Smitham
This is like pouring salt into a fresh wound. h On Tuesday, December 10, 2019 at 3:28:28 PM UTC-8, chris feczko wrote: > > > https://www.rivbike.com/collections/web-special-frames/products/u-pick-the-paint-47cm-saluki-homer > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Googl

[RBW] WTB 57cm A. Homer Hilsen

2019-12-25 Thread Hugh Smitham
Wow, such empty. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit htt

[RBW] Geo Question

2020-01-10 Thread Hugh Smitham
Anyone know the stack height on a Riv 58cm A.H.H? TIA, Hugh -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com.

[RBW] Geo Question

2020-01-10 Thread Hugh Smitham
Thanks Eric. I didn't think the stack was that much. Hugh -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To

[RBW] Geo Question

2020-01-10 Thread Hugh Smitham
Also thanks for that website Eric -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on t

[RBW] Re: Geo Question

2020-01-11 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hi Richard, Happy new year! Hope all is good with you and yours, doing good over here. Thanks for that easy math addition. 62 cm stack is up there for sure. Very few bike frames outside of maybe a Fargo get that kind of stack height sure there some others tho. Definitely and upside for Rivendel

Re: [RBW] Re: Geo Question

2020-01-14 Thread Hugh Smitham
Jason, That Geo website really helps especially in comparisons. I too am challenged by those two Geo numbers and agree they should be prominent right up with standover I'm attempting to rectify my deficiency. Hugh On Tue, Jan 14, 2020, 3:20 PM Jason Fuller wrote: > Very much agree that stack

Re: [RBW] Re: Geo Question

2020-01-14 Thread Hugh Smitham
Chris, I'm coming to a similar conclusion. Hugh On Tue, Jan 14, 2020, 4:49 PM Chris L wrote: > A very basic understanding of Stack and Reach has been very helpful for > me. I know a bike with a Reach in the 300's will be too short for me and > that a stack of about 600 is the minimum for my p

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: 56cm Canti Saluki

2020-01-27 Thread Hugh Smitham
MikeMike, Is the 54cm listed? How can I get in touch with your friend? Hugh On Sunday, January 26, 2020 at 11:04:37 AM UTC-8, mikemike wrote: > > My buddy has a pea green 54cm saluki for sale in rhode island > > On Fri, Jan 24, 2020, 12:02 PM Dave Johnston > wrote: > >> If you are somewhat loca

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: 56cm Canti Saluki

2020-01-27 Thread Hugh Smitham
Thanks Mike. On Mon, Jan 27, 2020, 2:41 PM mikel66...@juno.com wrote: > > https://providence.craigslist.org/bik/d/north-smithfield-rivendell-ahh-saluki/7062232904.html > > > > *Forget Viagra: This Pill "Destroys" ED Without Prescriptio

[RBW] Long shot desperately seeking 56 cm saluki.

2020-01-30 Thread Hugh Smitham
Just kidding I'm nowhere near desperate but I figured I'd try and see if anybody wanted to sell a 56 CM saluki frame and fork? I'm expecting crickets but hey you never know? Best Regards, Hugh -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" gro

[RBW] Re: Long shot desperately seeking 56 cm saluki.

2020-02-03 Thread Hugh Smitham
Bump. On Thursday, January 30, 2020 at 4:56:16 PM UTC-8, Hugh Smitham wrote: > > Just kidding I'm nowhere near desperate but I figured I'd try and see if > anybody wanted to sell a 56 CM saluki frame and fork? > > I'm expecting crickets but hey you never kn

[RBW] Re: 25th Anniversary not-meeting, Entmoot, Fellowship of the Rigs, get together and ho-down

2019-06-22 Thread Hugh Smitham
So where are the details? Where & when? Hugh -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this

[RBW] Drive compatibility question.

2019-08-09 Thread Hugh Smitham
Does Shimano 9 speed road shift/brake levers work with shimano 9 speed mountain? I recall it was when shimano went to 10 speed that the compatibility ended. TIA, Hugh -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from th

[RBW] Re: WTB: 700c road wheelset

2019-08-09 Thread Hugh Smitham
I have a set of used Fulcrum I'd sell for cheap. Not 36 hole though. More like 28 IIRC Hugh On Thursday, August 8, 2019 at 2:02:16 PM UTC-7, Drw wrote: > > Asking for a friend who just bought a roadini frameset. Not looking for > something too overbuilt. Also no need for super fancy hubs etc.

Re: [RBW] Drive compatibility question.

2019-08-09 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hi Joe, The Ultegra shifters are 2x10? And FYI I'm just doing preliminary info gathering at this point. ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein

Re: [RBW] Re: Drive compatibility question.

2019-08-15 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hi fellas, Been occupied lately. Tim I haven't reached out to Joe about a purchase so if you are in need of them I will back out so you can get your bike rolling again. Best Regards, Hugh On Thu, Aug 15, 2019, 12:05 PM 'Tim' via RBW Owners Bunch < rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com> wrote: > H

Re: [RBW] FS: Canti-Saluki 62cm

2019-08-16 Thread Hugh Smitham
Yes let's shrink it down to a 84 pbh sized Saluki. This is my holy grail Riv. Hugh -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubsc

[RBW] Re: FS: 62cm Rivendell Saluki

2019-09-13 Thread Hugh Smitham
I am in no way a potential buyer (pbh=83) but my burning question is why the release? Too large or small? GLWTS On Sunday, September 8, 2019 at 6:17:05 PM UTC-7, Daniel Jackson wrote: > > Catch and release from the list - this is the same beauty that Justin had > for sale a couple of weeks ago.

[RBW] Re: All Rounder

2019-09-24 Thread Hugh Smitham
That's a beauty Joe. On Monday, September 23, 2019 at 11:32:36 PM UTC-7, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Here's the first shots of my new-to-me A/R sans front fender and rack, and > before I upright it with Boscos. It's a bummer I can't use those sweet > carbon Campy brifters, but alas my arthritic wrist

[RBW] Re: Which Rivendell frame would you resurrect?

2019-10-19 Thread Hugh Smitham
Saluki that can take a 47~48mm tire and keep the center pulls oh and dynamo wire routing. Hugh On Tuesday, July 16, 2019 at 5:24:01 PM UTC-7, John G. wrote: > > The recent Bombadil sightings here and on Instagram have me thinking of > all the Rivendell frames I wanted and never purchased. So, l

[RBW] Re: FS 56cm Rivendell Atlantis

2019-10-19 Thread Hugh Smitham
October 19, 2019 at 6:07:52 AM UTC-7, tc wrote: > > Hugh, > What color is "Ole Willy"? He keeps popping up in various searches ... > every time I think "man, that's an awesome color!". Curious, did you ever > get another Atlantis? > > Thanks, > Tom

Re: [RBW] Re: Which Rivendell frame would you resurrect?

2019-10-19 Thread Hugh Smitham
Jim, But I like the HB too. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the w

[RBW] Re: Rosco Bubbe #11

2016-07-28 Thread Hugh Smitham
A bike from a Father is a nice touch and a lucky son indeed. Very happy for your son and you Erl. Continue to enjoy the family bike rides I know I did as a youth with my Dad & Mom. Cheers, ~Hugh On Thursday, July 28, 2016 at 10:06:40 AM UTC-7, WETH wrote: > > > When Rivendell announced the Ros

Re: [RBW] Re: Rosco Bubbe #11

2016-07-28 Thread Hugh Smitham
Erl, You put the bars anyway you want. There is no right or wrong height. As the dude put it "yeah well that's just your opinion man". Family rides are the bees knees. Warm Regards, ~Hugh On Jul 28, 2016 7:05 PM, "WETH" wrote: Thanks to all for the kind words. My favorite rides are family r

[RBW] Re: 10-30 minute rides

2016-07-28 Thread Hugh Smitham
I have an hour lollypop ride I do before work, it's a safe ride that I always enjoy doing ~15 miles. The beauty of the route is my ability to extend or shorten as I need. Also if I want I can turn it into a 30/70 pavement/dirt ride but that takes me longer. I've done 15-20 minute rides but feel

[RBW] Re: Whidbey S24O Ride Report

2016-08-26 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hi Brian, Great ride report! I rode that section from Fort Casey up over Deception pass to Anacortes last Summer, a really amazing beautiful area you have there. The Hunq looks great and of course the pictures make me drool to get back up there. ~Hugh Los Angeles, CA On Thursday, August 25,

[RBW] Re: Rivvish Shop in Santa Barbara?

2016-09-09 Thread Hugh Smitham
It certainly happens. At the least I've been a party to Riv bashing. As a business you should refrain from negative vibes IMHO. On Friday, September 9, 2016 at 8:55:59 PM UTC-7, PG wrote: > > > Will Ashe wrote: > > I live in Los Angeles, and as such am intrigued. Would it be a Riv dealer >> or

[RBW] Re: FS: Riv Road Stnd-56cm-complete bike

2016-09-19 Thread Hugh Smitham
Wow! I've always admired this bike Erl. Is it just too small for you? I presume so. Such a gorgeous paint and great build. I'd second Patrick's advice. > > ~Hugh -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this grou

[RBW] Re: FS: Riv Road Stnd-56cm-complete bike

2016-09-20 Thread Hugh Smitham
Erl, I'm sure it'll sell. What a lucky individual whom ever get's this one. It's a bit small for me otherwise I might have been tempted. I'm in the process of building up a Trek 520 for a friend, once that's complete I'm back to work on my Hilsen. Gonna add some Albatross bar's and make it a ge

[RBW] Re: SUPERNOVA DYNO LIGHTS

2016-10-01 Thread Hugh Smitham
I Like mine. I dislike the rear tail light attachment as you need to splice it in and the shrink wrap is a pain but the light as a whole is solid. I'd buy it again, which is a pretty strong statement. ~Hugh On Saturday, October 1, 2016 at 7:09:44 AM UTC-7, Kellie wrote: > > Anyone used this bra

[RBW] Tech question.

2016-10-12 Thread Hugh Smitham
I have a right dura ace bar con shifter that misses some of the index positions. It works fine in friction but I like my index. Does anyone know whether the internals are repairable? ~Hugh -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.

Re: [RBW] Re: Tech question.

2016-10-12 Thread Hugh Smitham
the REAR of the bicycle. > > If you are missing random middle shifts, and are not missing one end or > the other, then this setup error is not your problem and your shifter is > just shot. > > Bill Lindsay > El Cerrito, CA > > > On Wednesday, October 12, 2016 at 10:30:4

Re: [RBW] Re: Tech question.

2016-10-12 Thread Hugh Smitham
I wouldn't even know where to start looking for that? Nor what that is. I think the issue is the small internal ratchets. On Oct 12, 2016 5:17 PM, "dougP" wrote: > Is it possible to buy just the indexing washer? > > dougP > > On Wednesday, October 12, 2016 at 1

Re: [RBW] Re: Tech question.

2016-10-12 Thread Hugh Smitham
And to my understanding not replaceable. On Oct 12, 2016 5:27 PM, "Hugh Smitham" wrote: > I wouldn't even know where to start looking for that? Nor what that is. I > think the issue is the small internal ratchets. > > On Oct 12, 2016 5:17 PM, "dougP" wrote

Re: [RBW] Re: Tech question.

2016-10-12 Thread Hugh Smitham
dex would be nice. dougP On Wednesday, October 12, 2016 at 5:27:48 PM UTC-7, Hugh Smitham wrote: > And to my understanding not replaceable. > > On Oct 12, 2016 5:27 PM, "Hugh Smitham" wrote: > >> I wouldn't even know where to start looking for that? Nor what that

Re: [RBW] Re: Tech question.

2016-10-12 Thread Hugh Smitham
I've got a project for tomorrow. > > dougP > > On Wednesday, October 12, 2016 at 8:03:10 PM UTC-7, Hugh Smitham wrote: >> >> Doug, >> >> I think that part rotates 90 degrees and changes the pull ratio. The >> part I think that's broken is the plastic

Re: [RBW] Re: Tech question.

2016-10-12 Thread Hugh Smitham
s apart to see what the problem was. > > dougP > > On Wednesday, October 12, 2016 at 8:12:49 PM UTC-7, Hugh Smitham wrote: >> >> So yours is broken too? >> >> On Oct 12, 2016 8:09 PM, "dougP" wrote: >> >>> This may be it: >>> &g

Re: [RBW] Re: Tech question.

2016-10-13 Thread Hugh Smitham
Bill, 1. RD 7700 9 & 8 speed. 2. Middle of the range skips two clicks. Have not yet bought a new set. ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.com/ On Thu, Oct 13, 2016 at 10:06 AM, Bill Lindsay wrote: >

Re: [RBW] Re: Tech question.

2016-10-13 Thread Hugh Smitham
l Lindsay wrote: > > > On Thursday, October 13, 2016 at 10:35:55 AM UTC-7, Hugh Smitham wrote: >> >> Bill, >> >> 1. RD 7700 9 & 8 speed. >> > > RD7700 is a rear derailer model, not a shiftlever model. Maybe you have > the BS77 shifters? > > Wh

Re: [RBW] Re: Tech question.

2016-10-13 Thread Hugh Smitham
;> >> ~Hugh >> >> “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep >> moving.” ― Albert Einstein >> >> http://velocipeedemusings.com/ >> >> >> >> On Thu, Oct 13, 2016 at 10:50 AM, Bill Lindsay wrote: >> >>>

[RBW] Some Items FS.

2016-10-15 Thread Hugh Smitham
A few items for sale. The stems have insertion marks and are priced accordingly. If more pics are desired of an item just ask. The Nigel Smythe small saddle bag is missing one of the attachment knobs not a big deal but priced to reflect that. Also cross posting on the iBoB group. Nitto Tallux

[RBW] Some More Items.

2016-10-15 Thread Hugh Smitham
This came off my A. Homer Hilsen well under 500 miles more like 200 miles. Lots of life left. My preference would be to sell the whole group to one buyer. I've priced it all out individually but here's my group price excluding the Portola bars. $340 shipped CONUS If you want the bars too I'll kn

Re: [RBW] Some Items FS.

2016-10-15 Thread Hugh Smitham
Bag $110 Shipped (Sold) ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.com/ On Sat, Oct 15, 2016 at 11:16 AM, Hugh Smitham wrote: > A few items for sale. The stems have insertion marks and are priced > a

Re: [RBW] Some Items FS.

2016-10-15 Thread Hugh Smitham
pped (Sold) ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.com/ On Sat, Oct 15, 2016 at 3:16 PM, Hugh Smitham wrote: > Nitto Tallux Stem 9 cm 26.Ø $45 Shipped CONUS (Pending) > Nitto Tallux Stem 11 c

[RBW] Re: FS: Schmidt, Carradice, Tubus, Grand Bois, Nitto, XC-Pro Crank, Brooks B15 & C13, Ice Cream!

2016-10-15 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hi Jack, I tried sending you a PM regarding the ST crank. Don't know whether you got it or not? Can you shoot me a email. ~Hugh Los Angeles, CA On Wednesday, October 12, 2016 at 10:33:09 AM UTC-7, Jack K wrote: > > Hi Riv-folk, > > > As part of my continuing efforts to turn excess bike bits i

Re: [RBW] Some Items FS.

2016-10-15 Thread Hugh Smitham
balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.com/ On Sat, Oct 15, 2016 at 4:39 PM, Hugh Smitham wrote: > Update: > > Nitto Tallux Stem 9 cm 26.Ø $45 Shipped CONUS (Pending) > Nitto Tallux Stem 11 cm 25.4 $45 Shipped CONUS > Nigel Smythe Blue Tw

Re: [RBW] Some Items FS.

2016-10-15 Thread Hugh Smitham
$110 Shipped (Sold) ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.com/ On Sat, Oct 15, 2016 at 10:43 PM, Hugh Smitham wrote: > Nitto Tallux Stem 9 cm 26.Ø $45 Shipped CONUS (Pending) > Nitto Tallux Stem

[RBW] A Few More Items For Sale.

2016-10-15 Thread Hugh Smitham
This came off my A. Homer Hilsen well under 500 miles more like 200 miles. Lots of life left. My preference would be to sell the whole group to one buyer. I've priced it all out individually but here's my group price excluding the Portola bars. $300 shipped CONUS If you want the bars too I'll kn

[RBW] Re: Deacon Patrick update

2016-10-17 Thread Hugh Smitham
Yeah he rocks! On Sunday, October 16, 2016 at 12:52:56 PM UTC-7, WETH wrote: > > Robert's thread "Saturday in Indiana" and his Hunqapillar put Deacon > Patrick on my mind. Deacon and I exchanged emails this morning, and he > reports contentedly riding his Rivs around the beautiful Colorado > c

Re: [RBW] A Few More Items For Sale.

2016-10-17 Thread Hugh Smitham
Bump. ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.com/ On Sat, Oct 15, 2016 at 10:54 PM, Hugh Smitham wrote: > This came off my A. Homer Hilsen well under 500 miles more like 200 miles. > Lots of lif

Re: [RBW] Some Items FS.

2016-10-17 Thread Hugh Smitham
Harness & Terrapin Dry Bag $110 Shipped (Sold) Shipped ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.com/ On Sat, Oct 15, 2016 at 10:45 PM, Hugh Smitham wrote: > Update: > > Nitto Tallux Stem 9 cm 26.Ø

[RBW] Re: PSA: 58cm Rivendell Custom on MidCal (?) Craigslist

2016-10-20 Thread Hugh Smitham
Strange how long some of these take to sell. It is a good value IMO. On Wednesday, October 19, 2016 at 7:35:01 PM UTC-7, sameness wrote: > > Dunno why it's posted in LA yet not showing up on SLO, but here you go: > > http://santabarbara.craigslist.org/bik/5831675817.html > > Make it an overnighte

[RBW] Re: PSA: 58cm Rivendell Custom on MidCal (?) Craigslist

2016-10-20 Thread Hugh Smitham
Imagine how low he got it for? Then for flipping $1600. On Thursday, October 20, 2016 at 6:47:22 AM UTC-7, Mitch Browne wrote: > > I've done business with the seller, Bob, in the past. He buys and flips. > Not a criticism of him or the price. > > Mitch Browne > San Luis Obipso, CA > > >> -- You

Re: [RBW] Re: PSA: 58cm Rivendell Custom on MidCal (?) Craigslist

2016-10-20 Thread Hugh Smitham
It wasn't a slam. Just a curiosity. And I care that's why I posted. ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.com/ On Thu, Oct 20, 2016 at 12:24 PM, Eric wrote: > Who cares? > > More power to him! > > -- >

[RBW] Nitto Tallux Stem FS

2016-10-23 Thread Hugh Smitham
Nitto Tallux Stem 9 cm 26.Ø $45 Shipped CONUS https://www.flickr.com/photos/pedalpusher61/30342733085/in/album-72157673928854071/ Please PM, PayPal Friends and Family. ~Hugh -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

Re: [RBW] Nitto Tallux Stem FS

2016-10-25 Thread Hugh Smitham
It's h...@smitham.com/ friends and family please. Please include your shipping address. Best Regards, ~Hugh On Oct 25, 2016 6:17 PM, "S. Greco" wrote: > whats your paypal address? > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to a topic in the > Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch

[RBW] Veterans Day November 11, 2016

2016-11-11 Thread Hugh Smitham
Thanks for the post Tom ~Hugh 82nd Airborne "All the Way" -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To

[RBW] Good news, bad news: Rejoining the peloton

2016-11-13 Thread Hugh Smitham
Welcome back Pactrick! I echo what Tim Butterfield said. Warm Regards, ~Hugh -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...

[RBW] RBW Web Site

2016-11-14 Thread Hugh Smitham
I'm away from the homestead at the moment, accidentally got caught in the Canadian customs. Looking for "H St" I should have zigged left but went straight. Those Custom agents had fun with me and the missus, wish I took a picture but I was explaining why I have a set of finger prints in the sy

Re: [RBW] OT Vintage MTB rehab project.

2016-01-18 Thread Hugh Smitham
Thanks Joe. Yes I plan on riding it. So most likely just get a new 10 speed group. ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.com/ On Mon, Jan 18, 2016 at 11:38 AM, Joe Bernard wrote: > Hi Hugh, that's a ne

Re: [RBW] Re: OT Vintage MTB rehab project.

2016-01-18 Thread Hugh Smitham
You're right Bill I used the wrong chart. It's a 4 bolt spider. And I measured from one bolt to the other and those were my measurements. ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.com/ On Mon, Jan 18, 2016 a

Re: [RBW] Re: OT Vintage MTB rehab project.

2016-01-18 Thread Hugh Smitham
If I use this chart my BCD isn't even there? https://www.bikeman.com/bicycle-repair-tech-info/bikeman-tech-info/1628-chainring-bcd ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.com/ On Mon, Jan 18, 2016 at 12:41

Re: [RBW] Re: OT Vintage MTB rehab project.

2016-01-18 Thread Hugh Smitham
Joe, I'll post a pic tomorrow. I don't get MLK off. I assure you its a 4 bolt crank. On Jan 18, 2016 1:14 PM, "Joe Bernard" wrote: > 4-bolt mtb cranks are 104 and 64, and I don't remember ever seeing a Cook > Bros 4-bolt crank. Can you post a pic of it? We should be able to make a > good guess a

Re: [RBW] Re: OT Vintage MTB rehab project.

2016-01-18 Thread Hugh Smitham
I think you guy's are right. There's gotta be a hidden bolt. On Jan 18, 2016 2:11 PM, "Bill Lindsay" wrote: > I'm with Joe on this. I suspect you've got 4 visible arms and a hidden > 5th one. Like a sugino or a ritchey. That being the case, your > measurements and conclusions are right (94/58)

Re: [RBW] Re: An Under Biking Experience.

2016-01-20 Thread Hugh Smitham
Well Patrick you are the bench mark for such endeavors. You're always an inspiration. I know Colorado has what I like in remoteness & wild beautiful country. ~Hugh On Jan 20, 2016 1:00 PM, "Deacon Patrick" wrote: > Fantastic! That are some of the best rides! I love when I am somewhere so > wil

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