[RBW] Re: F.S. 55.5cm All Rounder Burnt orange

2009-09-26 Thread James Dinneen
A 33.5 inch standover height seems way too tall for a 55.5 seat tube. Are you sure on that measurement?            Jim D.           Massachusetts --- On Fri, 9/25/09, drcycl...@gmail.com wrote: From: drcycl...@gmail.com Subject: [RBW] F.S. 55.5cm All Rounder Burnt orange To: "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Re: Winter Riding Clothing

2009-10-04 Thread James Dinneen
That looks like a good site, with good product and big sizes.   Jim D.         Massachusetts --- On Sat, 10/3/09, LyleBogart wrote: From: LyleBogart Subject: [RBW] Re: Winter Riding Clothing To: "RBW Owners Bunch" Date: Saturday, October 3, 2009, 11:59 PM Hi Mike, Wool...and for when it get

[RBW] Re: Good bike for 300 lbs?

2009-10-24 Thread James Dinneen
I am in the upper reaches of 200's. I have a Bleriot with 650B (with approval of Sheldon himself) and have not had any problems. I guess I ride "light" no jumping curbs or mashing up steep hills in high gears, etc.    Jim D.                 Massachusetts --- On Sat, 10/24/09, EricP wrote: Fro

[RBW] Re: Fresh off the work stand...my Bombadil!

2009-11-07 Thread James Dinneen
Great article. Enjoy the bike and do the "real camera" pictures as soon as you can. Jim D.                 Massachusetts --- On Fri, 11/6/09, jinxed wrote: From: jinxed Subject: [RBW] Fresh off the work stand...my Bombadil! To: "RBW Owners Bunch" Date: Friday, November 6, 2009, 9:17 PM Well

Re: [RBW] Hillborne dilemma

2009-11-17 Thread James Dinneen
I must confess that I also lust after the Sam H. However it is very close to my Bleriot which I like a lot. As a small, and perhaps unwanted voice of reason, I suggest a Surly Steamroller for a fixed or single speed commuter. When I could not get a Quickbeam, I happened into one of these and was

Re: [RBW] Re: lightest rear rack

2009-11-21 Thread James Dinneen
You can get a mini rack that hangs off the saddle or the seatpost to support a medium or small saddle bag.             Jim D.               Massachusetts --- On Fri, 11/20/09, JoelMatthews wrote: From: JoelMatthews Subject: [RBW] Re: lightest rear rack To: "RBW Owners Bunch" Date: Friday, Nov

Re: [RBW] Re: Hillborne query....

2009-11-23 Thread James Dinneen
I would like to see them myself.   Jim D.       Massachusetts --- On Mon, 11/23/09, Rene Sterental wrote: From: Rene Sterental Subject: Re: [RBW] Re: Hillborne query To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Date: Monday, November 23, 2009, 7:17 PM High quality photos it will be! :-) On Mon,

Re: [RBW] New Zealand trip photos

2009-12-07 Thread James Dinneen
Fantastic pictures and countryside. Cannot wait to see more.    Jim D.       Massachusetts --- On Mon, 12/7/09, Gino Zahnd wrote: From: Gino Zahnd Subject: [RBW] New Zealand trip photos To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com, "SF Randonneurs" Date: Monday, December 7, 2009, 6:29 PM (I'm cross

Re: [RBW] Quickbeam Arrived Ten Minutes Ago!

2009-12-08 Thread James Dinneen
Thanks for writing about this exciting development. Vicarious thrills will have to do me for now. No new bikes in my future for a while. And maybe not much riding for a few months as we hunker down in New England and wait for snow tonight and in the months ahead. Hawaii and a new bike sound real

Re: [RBW] A few more Quickbeam add-ons

2009-12-24 Thread James Dinneen
Nice, really, really nice. Thanks for the pictures.     Jim D.           Massachusetts (18 inches on the ground and still snowing) --- On Wed, 12/23/09, Robert F. Harrison wrote: From: Robert F. Harrison Subject: [RBW] A few more Quickbeam add-ons To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Date: Wed

Re: [RBW] Re: Helmets save lives.

2009-12-30 Thread James Dinneen
If we do this early and get it out of the way, does that mean that Spring will come early? Jim D. Snow-bound in Massachusetts and looking forward to a good fight over helmets --- On Tue, 12/29/09, LF wrote: From: LF Subject: [RBW] Re: Helmets save lives. To: "RBW Owners Bunch" Date: Tu

Re: [RBW] Re: Helmets save lives.

2009-12-31 Thread James Dinneen
the government is sending new instructions.    Jim D.  Massachusetts  --- On Wed, 12/30/09, LF wrote: From: LF Subject: [RBW] Re: Helmets save lives. To: "RBW Owners Bunch" Date: Wednesday, December 30, 2009, 8:40 PM On Dec 30, 4:36 pm, James Dinneen wrote: > If we do t

RE: [RBW] It's here

2010-01-07 Thread James Dinneen
Very, very nice bike. Enjoy it.    Jim  D.    Massachusetts --- On Tue, 1/5/10, Frederick, Steve wrote: From: Frederick, Steve Subject: RE: [RBW] It's here To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Date: Tuesday, January 5, 2010, 6:43 PM Updated pics added--pretty much set with the exception

Re: [RBW] New Riv Reader 42

2010-01-08 Thread James Dinneen
Sounds a little testy. Cut the guy some slack. He is running a small business, with a non-essential product, in a depression. The reader  will come when it comes.   Jim  D.   Massachusetts --- On Fri, 1/8/10, Mark wrote: From: Mark Subject: [RBW] New Riv Reader 42 To: "RBW Owners Bunch"

Re: [RBW] SOMA Riv. Prototyp pics

2010-01-09 Thread James Dinneen
Thanks for the pictures. Do we have any explanation of the bikes intended purpose (fast road, touring, all round country bike)?  Jim D.   Massachusetts --- On Sat, 1/9/10, CycloFiend wrote: From: CycloFiend Subject: Re: [RBW] SOMA Riv. Prototyp pics To: rbw-owners-bunch@google

Re: [RBW] New Riv Custom

2010-01-11 Thread James Dinneen
Very, very, very nice bike. Wish you many years of happy riding. Please post as built photos when you get it.                                 Jim  D.  Massachusetts --- On Mon, 1/11/10, Brad Gantt wrote: From: Brad Gantt Subject: [RBW] New Riv Custom To: "RBW Owners Bunch" Date: Monday,

Re: [RBW] Discussion on a-homer-hilsen-geometry

2010-01-29 Thread James Dinneen
Try Saluki?    Jim D.  Massachusetts --- On Fri, 1/29/10, sjauch wrote: From: sjauch Subject: [RBW] Discussion on a-homer-hilsen-geometry To: "RBW Owners Bunch" Date: Friday, January 29, 2010, 11:49 AM Does anyone know if there is a geo chart for sizes smaller than 57? Thanks

Re: [RBW] Choosing between a 650B and 700c frame

2010-02-08 Thread James Dinneen
For myself, the 650B would be a clear choice. The extra width helps in bad road conditions, e.g. chipseal or sand on paved road, and clearly dirt roads. The 650 wheels seem strong. I am heavy and have not had any wheel issues in two years on my Bleriot. You can easily get all the tires and tubes

Re: [RBW] Reading Chairs

2010-02-10 Thread James Dinneen
Another suggestion: Icorness Stressless (not shure of spelling). Very comfortable costs $1500 to $2800.    Jim D.   Massachusetts (snowing again-better winter for reading than riding) --- On Wed, 2/10/10, Seth Vidal wrote: From: Seth Vidal Subject: Re: [RBW] Reading Chairs To: rbw-ow

Re: [RBW] Re: Reading Chairs

2010-02-12 Thread James Dinneen
Thanks for getting the spelling right. I just bought one and I concur-very nice.   Jim D. Massachusetts --- On Fri, 2/12/10, geezer wrote: From: geezer Subject: [RBW] Re: Reading Chairs To: "RBW Owners Bunch" Date: Friday, February 12, 2010, 12:16 PM I'm reading The Waterwor

Re: [RBW] Cross Levers Only?

2010-02-18 Thread James Dinneen
I have a Surly Steamroller singlespeed, not fixed (poor man's Quickbeam). It came with cross levers but no brakes on the curve of the drops. I found it very disconcerting not to have the brakes in the usual place. I changed to a flat bar. I am not sure that time on the bike would have helped me

Re: [RBW] FS: 47 cm Atlantis complete bike

2010-02-22 Thread James Dinneen
I agree, wait, unless you absolutely need the money to eat. At least wait until she has had a meaningful chance to compare the bikes side by side for a while.   Jim D.   Massachusetts --- On Sat, 2/20/10, cyclotourist wrote: From: cyclotourist Subject: Re: [RBW] FS: 47 cm Atlantis complete bik

Re: [RBW] Lovely Bicycle Blog

2010-02-26 Thread James Dinneen
I would take issue with the view that much testosterone is shown on this list. We seem to be extremely  polite and concerned with the feelings of others in the discussion. If you want to see testosterone, go to the Finn sailing site: direct insults with four letter words and specific physical th

Re: [RBW] Maiden Hillborne ride "disturbing and troubling".

2010-02-27 Thread James Dinneen
That is really bad. You are stirring up a serious case of bike lust, an irrational, driving desire to get another bike that, objectively, I do not need. This has the potential to cause serious domestic turmoil here. Oh what to do. I guess I will get to work on preparing a list of the reasons why

Re: [RBW] My "old" Hillborne

2010-03-04 Thread James Dinneen
Nice bike, nice story, great pictures and good notes on the pictures. The notes really help to show the defelopment of the bike and rig. Makes me ( in snowy Massachusetts ) long for the ability to get out and ride. I am not as hardy (crazy?) as the guys from Minnesota or Vermont, who ride during

Re: [RBW] What's a good way to dispose of cf bike forks?

2010-03-08 Thread James Dinneen
Jon,    That is inspired. Really nice. Maybe you could collaborate with RBW, collect any forks they get on trade-ins, and produce these lamps.    Jim D.  (in  Massachusetts which is now sunny and warm) --- On Mon, 3/8/10, PATRICK MOORE wrote: From: PATRICK MOORE Subject: Re: [RBW] What's

Re: [RBW] What's a good way to dispose of cf bike forks?

2010-03-08 Thread James Dinneen
Sorry I gave credit to Jon for Eric's idea. At least Jon and I are on the same page as far as a new RBW product.  Jim D.  Massachusetts --- On Mon, 3/8/10, Jon Grant wrote: From: Jon Grant Subject: [RBW] What's a good way to dispose of cf bike forks? To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegro

Re: [RBW] FS: 47 cm Atlantis complete bike

2010-03-12 Thread James Dinneen
The Atlantis is a very different bike from the Roadeo. She might be glad to have it as an option. Replacing it would be a lot more expensive than keeping. Jim D   Massachusetts --- On Sat, 2/20/10, cyclotourist wrote: From: cyclotourist Subject: Re: [RBW] FS: 47 cm Atlantis complete bike To:

Re: [RBW] Sam Hill complete, for now.

2010-03-22 Thread James Dinneen
Sorry but there is no way that beautiful bike can be a "beater." You will have to keep that for Sunday best and start all over again on a beater. Enjoy.  Jim D.  Massachusetts --- On Mon, 3/22/10, PATRICK MOORE wrote: From: PATRICK MOORE Subject: [RBW] Sam Hill complete, for now. To:

Re: [RBW] You won't be ordering a Hunqapillar by tomorrow, but....

2010-03-24 Thread James Dinneen
I thought that I had put "new bike" lust out of my head. However all this talk about Hunqa, has made me start to think about how big my bike gap is, especially now that one of my kids has take my Trek 950 to use at school. The gap seems to be right at this point. I do not need or want suspension

Re: [RBW] Re: can someone post some Hunqapillar pictures asap?

2010-03-25 Thread James Dinneen
Love that dark grey and red and I love the concept of the bike, but I do not think I could quite justify a purchase right now.  Jim D. Massachusetts --- On Thu, 3/25/10, happyriding wrote: From: happyriding Subject: [RBW] Re: can someone post some Hunqapillar pictures asap? To: "R

Re: [RBW] Re: Diagonapillar

2010-04-05 Thread James Dinneen
I may have missed this earlier in the discusion, but I assume that the 54 would still have only one top tube. Is that the current understanding as far as we know?Jim D                Massachusetts --- On Mon, 4/5/10, Bill Connell wrote: From: Bill Connell Subject: Re: [RBW] Re: Diagonapillar

Re: [RBW] Re: Diagonapillar

2010-04-07 Thread James Dinneen
Good point about the water bottles. In particular, a touring bike should have multiple, easily available water bottles.      Jim D.                   Massachusetts --- On Tue, 4/6/10, Garth wrote: From: Garth Subject: [RBW] Re: Diagonapillar To: "RBW Owners Bunch" Date: Tuesday, April 6, 201

Re: [RBW] Re: Heavy rider wheel issues

2010-04-19 Thread James Dinneen
Are 7 speed cassett or freewheels readily available? I thought that 7 and 8 speeds were getting hard to find.            Jim D.                   Massachusetts --- On Mon, 4/19/10, rperks wrote: From: rperks Subject: [RBW] Re: Heavy rider wheel issues To: "RBW Owners Bunch" Date: Monday, Apr

Re: [RBW] RBW Saddle Height question

2010-04-20 Thread James Dinneen
PBH minus 10, measured to the top of the saddle works great for me.  Jim D.  Massachusetts --- On Tue, 4/20/10, Jay LePree wrote: From: Jay LePree Subject: [RBW] RBW Saddle Height question To: "RBW Owners Bunch" Date: Tuesday, April 20, 2010, 7:46 AM Hi all: One of the things I always wanted

Re: [RBW] Wind!

2010-04-21 Thread James Dinneen
Cannot find the web page for A&E. Pictures would be good. Jim  D.    Massachusetts --- On Wed, 4/21/10, PATRICK MOORE wrote: From: PATRICK MOORE Subject: [RBW] Wind! To: "rbw-owners-bunch" Date: Wednesday, April 21, 2010, 5:35 PM A Sam Hill with big, boxy Axiom Panniers and a big, boxy Ostri

Re: [RBW] Re: unclaimed custom/Grant

2010-04-23 Thread James Dinneen
Looks nice to my relatively untrained eye. Anyone know what size?  Jim D.   Massachusetts --- On Fri, 4/23/10, Bill Connell wrote: From: Bill Connell Subject: Re: [RBW] Re: unclaimed custom/Grant To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Date: Friday, April 23, 2010, 12:04 PM This is apparently

Re: [RBW] Re: New Bleriot Owner; Mushing thru turns

2010-04-23 Thread James Dinneen
I ride and like the Cdlv tires. I am north of 250 and I have the tires pumped up to 65 front and back. No problems last season or so far this season at these pressures.  Jim D  Massachusetts --- On Fri, 4/23/10, cyclotourist wrote: From: cyclotourist Subject: Re: [RBW] Re: New Bleriot Owner;

Re: [RBW] New Bleriot Owner; Mushing thru turns

2010-04-23 Thread James Dinneen
I also have a Bleriot. The bike shop was showing me some Hetres but at $60 or so a piece, I was hesitant. I have adequate, $25 Cdlv's now. I would be interested in a comparison of the two tires for the time when I need to replace the Cdlv's.    Jim D Massachusetts --- On Thu, 4/22/10, Jon G

Re: [RBW] Speed Up My Sam

2010-04-26 Thread James Dinneen
I would think that over 100 miles, the comfort of a Riv would make up for fewer ounces on the bike. However, I am thinking that Rodeo would be a good option for your future  .    Jim D.   Massachusetts --- On Mon, 4/26/10, cyclotourist wrote: From: cyclotourist Subject: Re: [RBW] Speed U

Re: [RBW] WTB: 57cm Beriot

2010-05-02 Thread James Dinneen
Have one. Great bike. Even if I got a Hunq. I do not think I would part with mine.Jim D.      Massachusetts --- On Sat, 5/1/10, jandrews_nyc wrote: From: jandrews_nyc Subject: [RBW] WTB: 57cm Beriot To: "RBW Owners Bunch" Date: Saturday, May 1, 2010, 10:42 PM I'm always on the lookout for a

Re: [RBW] First ride

2010-05-03 Thread James Dinneen
Nice write up anne. enjoy the bike.   Jim D.        Massachusetts --- On Sat, 5/1/10, Anne Paulson wrote: From: Anne Paulson Subject: [RBW] First ride To: "rbw-owners-bunch" Date: Saturday, May 1, 2010, 7:27 PM Today I picked up my little beauty, the green Roadeo my husband got me for my birt

Re: [RBW] 650B Quickbeam? (was: Pacenti Pari-Moto 650B Tires?)

2010-05-13 Thread James Dinneen
I think that Ron Lau (sp?) converted a Quickbeam to 650B. It was in the gallery at one point.  Jim D. Massachusetts --- On Thu, 5/13/10, Philip Williamson wrote: From: Philip Williamson Subject: [RBW] 650B Quickbeam? (was: Pacenti Pari-Moto 650B Tires?) To: "RBW Owners

Re: [RBW] Re: Bleriot vs. Quickbeam efficiency

2010-05-22 Thread James Dinneen
I am thinking of some hetre's to replace my col de la vie's on my Bleriot, so I would be very interested in your further evaluation of the new soma's     Jim D     Massachusetts --- On Fri, 5/21/10, Tyler wrote: From: Tyler Subject: [RBW] Re: Bleriot vs. Quickbeam efficiency To: "RBW Owners B

Re: [RBW] Re: Bleriot Build is Coming Along

2010-07-06 Thread James Dinneen
This may have been covered before on this thread, if so, sorry. What is the pressure listed on the sidewall of the tire (as max pressure)?  Jim D.     Massachusetts  --- On Tue, 7/6/10, S.Cutshall wrote: From: S.Cutshall Subject: [RBW] Re: Bleriot Build is Coming Along To: "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Re: Anyone else see this?

2009-04-01 Thread James Dinneen
RBW has big shoes to fill if they try to carry on the tradition of April 1 postings that Sheldon issued. His postings were a reason to look forward to the date.  Jim D.-- Massachusetts --- On Wed, 4/1/09, Doug Peterson wrote: From: Doug Peterson Subject: [RBW] Re: Anyone else see this? To: r

[RBW] Re: Stem Length Change for Noodle to Albatross Bars

2009-04-05 Thread James Dinneen
Is either one of them fixed? Jim D. Massachusetts --- On Sun, 4/5/09, RM wrote: From: RM Subject: [RBW] Re: Stem Length Change for Noodle to Albatross Bars To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Date: Sunday, April 5, 2009, 1:21 AM I have two 60 cm Quickbeams, one has Noodle bars and a 9 c

[RBW] Re: New to me All Rounder

2009-04-15 Thread James Dinneen
Could you tell me size and general info on parts. Also could you send a picture or two and general area where the bike is located?    Jim Dinneen --- On Wed, 4/15/09, Allan wrote: From: Allan Subject: [RBW] Re: New to me All Rounder To: "RBW Owners Bunch" Date: Wednesday, April 15, 2009, 1:50

[RBW] Re: Who says Rivendells have to be heavy?

2009-05-10 Thread James Dinneen
If you do decide to experiment with a single speed on the trek, you might want to start with a single speed, instead of a fixed gear. I found that it the downside of the hills that were killers. You either brake and go slow or you spin like a mad man.  Jim D. Massachusetts --- On Sun, 5/10/09,

[RBW] Re: WTT 58cm Atlantis for 56cm Atlantis or Saluki

2009-05-31 Thread James Dinneen
I have not ridden an 'atlantis but if I did it would be a 56. I have ridden a 58 Saluki and that is a fine fit for me. I have a 57 Bleriot. My thinking is, if you can ride a 58 Atlantis, a 56 Saluki would be too small for you. Jim D.      Massachusetts --- On Sun, 5/31/09, Brent wrote: From:

[RBW] Re: WTT 58cm Atlantis for 56cm Atlantis or Saluki

2009-06-01 Thread James Dinneen
8 Atlantis.  I'm sure I can fit a 56 Atlantis just fine. I wasn't aware there was much difference compared to a saluki of the same size. Brent On May 31, 6:09 pm, James Dinneen wrote: > I have not ridden an 'atlantis but if I did it would be a 56. I have ridden a > 58 Saluk

[RBW] Re: Wide-brimmed Headwear

2009-06-04 Thread James Dinneen
A helmet with a rigid brim might pose safety concerns.    Jim D.   Massachusetts --- On Wed, 6/3/09, Will wrote: From: Will Subject: [RBW] Re: Wide-brimmed Headwear To: "RBW Owners Bunch" Date: Wednesday, June 3, 2009, 8:32 AM Of course there are the hats by Sun Precautions: http://ww

[RBW] Re: New Hilsen

2009-06-08 Thread James Dinneen
Very, very nice bike. Components look good and the color and lines of the bike are great. Happy trails.   Jim D.    Massachusetts --- On Mon, 6/8/09, Brian Hanson wrote: From: Brian Hanson Subject: [RBW] New Hilsen To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Date: Monday, June 8, 2009, 1:41 AM

[RBW] Re: Fw: Employee bikes

2009-06-25 Thread James Dinneen
When there were no Quickbeams to be found, I settled for a Surly Steamroller with 32 tires. I was surprised at how much fun it was and half the price of the Quickbeam. That makes it easier to use for errands around town and leave it locked up out side.   Jim D.     Mass. --- On Thu, 6/25/09, Ke

[RBW] Re: Crank arm length on Bleriot

2009-07-09 Thread James Dinneen
I have a 57 Bleriot with 170 cranks. No pedal strikes in over 2 years with the bike. However, I have done a little fixed gear riding (where you need to pedal through the corners) so I may have a more upright cornering style as a result.    Jim D. Massachusetts --- On Wed, 7/8/09, Dave G wr

[RBW] Re: Shoe recommendations for pedaling free.

2009-07-30 Thread James Dinneen
I have used Keen H2O sandals with the RBW sneaker pedals. Works great at least for around town. soles are stiff enough but the sandals are good for walking.     Jim D.   Massachusetts --- On Thu, 7/30/09, Mike wrote: From: Mike Subject: [RBW] Re: Shoe recommendations for pedaling free. To: "

[RBW] Re: Riding with LA

2009-08-03 Thread James Dinneen
Not that far off topic. The issue of how we handle and balance bike time and family time is an issue for many. In all seriousness, how you handle that balance has the potential to impact family relations and time available to bike. Our adiction can make an impact on our family. Witness the "wate

[RBW] Re: SRAM Recall

2009-08-10 Thread James Dinneen
Sheldon knew.     Jim D.  Massachusetts --- On Mon, 8/10/09, Brewster Fong wrote: From: Brewster Fong Subject: [RBW] Re: SRAM Recall To: "RBW Owners Bunch" Date: Monday, August 10, 2009, 12:41 AM On Aug 9, 6:38 pm, Tim McNamara wrote: > On Aug 9, 2009, at 1:35 PM, Grant Petersen wrote: >

[RBW] Re: standover height

2009-08-12 Thread James Dinneen
Well said. Could not agree more.    Jim D.  Massachusetts --- On Tue, 8/11/09, R Gonet wrote: From: R Gonet Subject: [RBW] Re: standover height To: "RBW Owners Bunch" Date: Tuesday, August 11, 2009, 8:35 PM Grant, I notice that you've been posting to the RBW forum more frequently, and I than

[RBW] Re: Photos of my new 60 cm Samuel Hillborne

2009-08-13 Thread James Dinneen
Very nice bike. Quickbeam orange and gears too. Nice lines and well set up. Who could ask for more. Enjoy.   Jim D. Massachusetts --- On Thu, 8/13/09, Don wrote: From: Don Subject: [RBW] Photos of my new 60 cm Samuel Hillborne To: "RBW Owners Bunch" Date: Thursday, August 13, 2009, 12:53 PM

[RBW] Re: Happily Pedaling Free (finally)

2009-08-14 Thread James Dinneen
I have the sneaker pedals on a single speed for around town (not a Q'Beam unfortunately). The pedals are great, much better than I expected but I have not had the inclination to try them on a tour or longer ride. Perhaps I should give it a try. I am not sure that I would want the grip kings with

[RBW] Re: Happily Pedaling Free (finally)

2009-08-14 Thread James Dinneen
Sneaker pedals are great with my Keen H2 (smooth bottom boat shoe sole). Could not ask for a better interface.     Jim D. Massachusetts --- On Fri, 8/14/09, EricP wrote: From: EricP Subject: [RBW] Re: Happily Pedaling Free (finally) To: "RBW Owners Bunch" Date: Friday, August 14, 2009, 3:27 P

[RBW] Re: End of the Atlantis?!?

2009-08-22 Thread James Dinneen
An Atlantis was high up on my list of possible bikes when I was in the market a couple of years ago. I am heavy and the Atlantis seemed indicated from RBW charts. However, I was in the 56 cm size and thus the bike had 26 in. wheels. I did not think that the "fun" quality of the ride compared wit

[RBW] Re: The myth of the all-rounder.

2009-09-09 Thread James Dinneen
Nice collection of bikes. I think an Atlantis would be the perfect addition. Then you would not need or want any more bikes :)Jim D. Massachusetts --- On Tue, 9/8/09, thalasin wrote: From: thalasin Subject: [RBW] Re: The myth of the all-rounder. To: "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne drool-fest

2009-09-13 Thread James Dinneen
I would also be interested in how the SH compares with the Bleriot.   Jim  D.            Massachusetts --- On Sun, 9/13/09, David Estes wrote: From: David Estes Subject: [RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne drool-fest To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Date: Sunday, September 13, 2009, 10:50 AM Isn't t

[RBW] Re: Making room for a Ram? Twisting the mustache...

2008-11-25 Thread James Dinneen
One thing to keep in mind when thinking about a Legolas is that it is made light to make it better for racing. RBW has all kinds of disclaimers and warnings about this. If you have not done cx before, and your looking for a cheap(er) way to give it a try, you might think of a Surly Crosscheck. N

[RBW] Re: WTT: Bleriot for Quickbeam (complete bike)

2008-11-25 Thread James Dinneen
I enjoyed the pictures even though I have no intention of adding a second 57 Bleriot to the one I already have. Looked good to me. --- On Tue, 11/25/08, Gino Zahnd <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: From: Gino Zahnd <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: [RBW] Re: WTT: Bleriot for Quickbeam (complete bike) To: rbw

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Weird Squeek, Solved!

2008-12-08 Thread James Dinneen
Thanks for the story. I never would have thought of the bottle cage. --- On Mon, 12/8/08, Mojo <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: From: Mojo <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: [RBW] Quickbeam Weird Squeek, Solved! To: "RBW Owners Bunch" Date: Monday, December 8, 2008, 11:13 AM I was preparing to write to yo

[RBW] Re: How durable are zip ties for fenders?

2008-12-16 Thread James Dinneen
Very neat and secure looking. --- On Tue, 12/16/08, George Schick wrote: From: George Schick Subject: [RBW] Re: How durable are zip ties for fenders? To: "RBW Owners Bunch" Date: Tuesday, December 16, 2008, 4:06 PM OK, you can now view the fenders on the MTB at http://www.flickr.com/photos/gp

[RBW] Re: for sale again and again.....

2008-12-17 Thread James Dinneen
same here, original looked good --- On Tue, 12/16/08, Jim Bronson wrote: From: Jim Bronson Subject: [RBW] Re: for sale again and again. To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Date: Tuesday, December 16, 2008, 11:55 PM Maybe you guys need to adjust your resolution or something. I saw a logi

[RBW] Re: 57 Longlow on CL (Santa Rosa, CA)

2008-12-18 Thread James Dinneen
This was on ebay last week. High bid was 1626. Auction failed because the reserve was not met. It was briefly mentioned on this list. The seller was an on line store. Something like two wheel motion.    --- On Thu, 12/18/08, CycloFiend wrote: From: CycloFiend Subject: [RB

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

2008-12-25 Thread James Dinneen
When we talk about riding outside, I think it would be a good idea to say what state we are from.  Jim D. Massachusetts --- On Thu, 12/25/08, Mike wrote: From: Mike Subject: [RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne geometry is up at RBW site! To: "RBW Owners Bunch" Date: Thursday, December 25, 2008, 1:26 PM I

[RBW] Re: Bombadil Delivered!

2009-01-04 Thread James Dinneen
Looks like you could fit a Harley Davidson tire in that front fork. --- On Sun, 1/4/09, Marty wrote: From: Marty Subject: [RBW] Re: Bombadil Delivered! To: "RBW Owners Bunch" Date: Sunday, January 4, 2009, 9:26 AM Added a few more detail photos to Flickr. Cheers! http://www.flickr.com/groups/

[RBW] Re: Warm Tucson Rides

2009-01-04 Thread James Dinneen
Enjoyed the pictures very much. Jim D. from Massachusetts where it was in the low 30's but felt like 20's with hard packed snow/glaze of ice on many side roads. --- On Sun, 1/4/09, Chris Halasz wrote: From: Chris Halasz Subject: [RBW] Warm Tucson Rides To: "RBW Owners Bunch" Date: Sunday, Jan

[RBW] Re: Hillbourne With Paint

2009-01-07 Thread James Dinneen
That was my feeling as well. However, I did test ride the Atlantis and found that it did not seem as "lively" as the Saluki and Bleriot. So, maybe if your riding of the Bleriot tends less towards the heavy touring, off road riding, and more towards the light touring fast-ish road riding, the Ble

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

2009-01-19 Thread James Dinneen
I have a Heron Road. I would be interested if you could elaborate a little on the comparison of the Heron and the Rambouillet   Jim D. (Massachusetts) --- On Mon, 1/19/09, Frederick, Steve wrote: From: Frederick, Steve Subject: [RBW] Re: Rivendell Bike Models Page - some updates To: rbw-owners-

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

2009-01-19 Thread James Dinneen
I doubt that there are many "sane" people on this list with only one, good all round bike. It may be another question as to how many "sane" people, looking for just one all round bike Grant would reach looking for a larger market, beyond his niche.  Jim D. --- On Sun, 1/18/09, James Warren wr

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

2009-01-19 Thread James Dinneen
"spirited," and my "ramble," pace at this point probably makes the distinction pretty pointless.  B-)   Steve      -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com]on Behalf Of James Dinneen Sent: Monday, Januar

[RBW] Re: racing bikes?

2009-01-27 Thread James Dinneen
What are the handlebars and what is the clamp diameter?   Jim D. Massachusetts --- On Tue, 1/27/09, Sarah Gibson wrote: From: Sarah Gibson Subject: [RBW] racing bikes? To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Date: Tuesday, January 27, 2009, 10:37 AM #yiv502756768 .hmmessage P { margin:0px;pad

[RBW] Re: Steel vs Carbon

2009-02-03 Thread James Dinneen
Great pictures. Gives a good feel for what a big ride is like. Nice country. Thanks. --- On Tue, 2/3/09, Jim Bronson wrote: From: Jim Bronson Subject: [RBW] Re: Steel vs Carbon To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Date: Tuesday, February 3, 2009, 1:22 AM It's really not faked, I rode with the

[RBW] Re: Sackville bags: how necessary, and for what uses?

2009-02-06 Thread James Dinneen
I also have a Bleriot and would be interested in seeing pictures of your bike with bag installed. Jim D. Massachusetts --- On Thu, 2/5/09, Frank wrote: From: Frank Subject: [RBW] Re: Sackville bags: how necessary, and for what uses? To: "RBW Owners Bunch" Date: Thursday, February 5, 2009,

[RBW] Re: Rambouillet

2009-02-11 Thread James Dinneen
I had the 28 mm ultra-gatorskins on a fixed gear. The handled very well but were a very rigid ride. Not at all comfy.   Jim D. Massachussetts --- On Wed, 2/11/09, bpus...@aol.com wrote: From: bpus...@aol.com Subject: [RBW] Re: Rambouillet To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Date: Wednesday, F

[RBW] Re: burrito wrap secrets?

2009-02-20 Thread James Dinneen
All this seems like way too much trouble and chance. Why not just get a small bag?   Jim D. --Massachusetts --- On Fri, 2/20/09, charlie wrote: From: charlie Subject: [RBW] Re: burrito wrap secrets? To: "RBW Owners Bunch" Date: Friday, February 20, 2009, 12:03 AM I put a toe strap length

[RBW] Re: thinking about another Rivendell

2009-02-22 Thread James Dinneen
I ride a Bleriot and I am well above 240. At one point I asked Sheldon about weight and one of the bikes I was buying. He said it was not a problem and I have not found it to be a problem. I never ride my road bikes "off road" and I guess I must ride "light." It is also true that I do not do meg

[RBW] Re: SoCal Rivendell Riders Feb. Ride is in the can

2009-02-23 Thread James Dinneen
Nice pictures. these pictures of California "off road" look pretty tame. Was there other, tougher parts that you were just too tired to take pictures of? Jim D. Massachusetts --- On Sun, 2/22/09, Chris wrote: From: Chris Subject: [RBW] Re: SoCal Rivendell Riders Feb. Ride is in the can To: "RB

[RBW] Re: SoCal Rivendell Riders Feb. Ride is in the can

2009-02-23 Thread James Dinneen
tame ride, mostly hiking trails and jeep roads.  What you saw was typical.  The most difficult part was the push up the hill.  Too steep, sandy & rutted to ride.    dougP   From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com ] On Behalf Of James

[RBW] Re: QB rear wheel

2009-02-25 Thread James Dinneen
If I understand the suggestion correctly (I am not an engineer) it seems to me that the surly tugnut (or similar gadget) would solve the problem,if it is a problem.  Jim D. Massachusetts --- On Wed, 2/25/09, charlie wrote: From: charlie Subject: [RBW] Re: QB rear wheel To: "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Re: QB rear wheel

2009-02-26 Thread James Dinneen
I have two fixed/single speed bikes (sadly, neither one a quickbeam ). Both have bolted axles. Rare slippage on one, I got a tugnut and no problem on that one. Second one, no problem at all. If my wife would let me have a third, I would get a quickbeam. Jim D. Massachusetts --- On Thu, 2/26/09,

[RBW] Re: QB rear wheel

2009-02-26 Thread James Dinneen
Very, very nice bike. I may have to sell one of my current fleet to make room for a new, silver bike. Not sure how to raise this issue with my wife.  Jim D. Massachusetts --- On Wed, 2/25/09, Bill Rhea wrote: From: Bill Rhea Subject: [RBW] Re: QB rear wheel To: "RBW Owners Bunch" Date: Wedne

[RBW] Re: Rainy Day Hill ride

2009-03-02 Thread James Dinneen
My legs are tired just looking at the pictures. My Bleriot will stay in the house today. 9"" so far in Eastern Massachusetts and it is still snowing. Jim D. Massachusetts --- On Mon, 3/2/09, rob markwardt wrote: > From: rob markwardt > Subject: [RBW] Rainy Day Hill ride > To: "RBW Own

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam ?

2009-03-03 Thread James Dinneen
The cogs are cheap and easy to install. It takes a while, 3 to 4 rides to get even minimally familiar with fixed gears. I found it easier to climb but much harder to spin furiously downhill. It is great fun but can be intimidating in traffic. Learning to pedal through turns and learning to ped

[RBW] Re: bicycle tax

2009-03-13 Thread James Dinneen
I think it is within the focus of the list, at least to be aware of it if not discuss it. I think all bicycle groups should be aware of proposals such as this, it could pop up in other states sooner rather than later, as states search for money.    Jim D. Massachusetts --- On Fri, 3/13/09, Cycl