Re: [RBW] Re: NorCal Cycling

2022-12-20 Thread James Warren
When a Mason-Dixon line needs to be established in CA, it'll be called the Safeway-Vons line. Quiz: for any major north-south freeway or highway, what are the two cities that straddle the Safeway-Vons line? Related question: King City: which store do they have? Related Cliff Claven Trivia: when

Re: [RBW] Rivendell Legos!

2023-03-06 Thread James Warren
Hey hey, it’s Lego. Not “Legos” > On Mar 6, 2023, at 1:43 PM, Patrick Moore wrote: > >  > It has been 16+ years since I bought my daughter little kid/big size Legos, > but I seem to recall that back in the old days (he said bitterly) that Legos > were simply standard shapes out of which the

Re: [RBW] Repaired Susie and Intro post

2024-06-19 Thread James Warren
Ressurectio decals! > On Jun 17, 2024, at 9:36 PM, R. Alexis wrote: > > Was wondering what happened to this frame. The original poster never replied > that I saw when I inquired about it way later. Your repair looks good. Nice > to see it rolling. Should get some Protovelo decals from Rivend

[RBW] Re: Canti-Rom Complete - 63 cm - California Sale Desired so I Can Deliver It

2024-08-14 Thread James Warren
Bump - Asking price changed to $1400 delivered if I deliver in person (see description below.) > On Aug 6, 2024, at 5:00 PM, James Warren wrote: > >  > Hi RBW Forum Friends, > > Photos show a bike that’s been in my large bike collection but has always > gotten way too

Re: [RBW] Frame color!

2020-04-18 Thread James Warren
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bK7HJvmgFnM > On Apr 18, 2020, at 10:55 AM, Joe Bernard wrote: > > I think you should pick a color you like. > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To unsubscribe from this group and sto

Re: [RBW] Tall Arm V-Brakes

2020-04-23 Thread James Warren
Sell that Nitto rack, get a Mark’s rack, and use the beautiful fork-crown rack mount point that it is visible in your top photo! That’s what it’s for. Like this: > On Apr 23, 2020, at 5:14 PM, j.schwartz wrote: > > I have some old Tektro V's from the box that I put on my Clem since they were

Re: [RBW] PSA: 68 AHH on Seattle CL

2020-04-30 Thread James Warren
It’s a beauty. Looks like a great bike. My guess is that it’s a 67 cm. Maybe a 69 and they measured Center to Center and called it 68? But it doesn’t look big enough to be a 69. I think those were always odd sizes in the big ones, so I doubt a 68 was made. But who knows for sure? > On Apr 30,

Re: [RBW] Re: PSA: 68 AHH on Seattle CL

2020-05-02 Thread James Warren
John, Two-part answer. If we are talking about the made-in-Japan or made-in-USA AHHs that one could see in the used market, the answer is: No my guess is that you would likely ride a 65 cm AHH if you ride a 62 cm Hunq. The AHH (Japan or US) has a more “traditional” top tube that slopes up 1.5

Re: [RBW] Sam Hillborne frame size?

2021-04-17 Thread James Warren
Center of bottom bracket to top of seat lug > On Apr 14, 2021, at 3:32 PM, Finnegan wrote: > > How can I tell the size of the Sam Hillborne frame? I don't see any size on > the paint anywhere, the Riv website doesn't have specs for the size I'm > looking at (60cm--the largest Sam they offer

Re: [RBW] Sam Hillborne frame size?

2021-04-18 Thread James Warren
m alright. Cheers > >> On Apr 17, 2021, at 2:19 PM, James Warren wrote: >> >>  >> >> Center of bottom bracket to top of seat lug >> >> >>> On Apr 14, 2021, at 3:32 PM, Finnegan >> <mailto:mcp...@gmail.com>> wrote: >&g

[RBW] Orange Roadini sighted Palos Verdes, CA, 4/24/21

2021-04-25 Thread James Warren
Great looking orange Roadini, drop bars, and bar end shifters. Near Malaga Cove Plaza on Palos Verdes Drive West. I was envious as I was in a hurry for something work-related, and I had to drive by wishing I was out riding. I hope the ride was good; a few good ones to be had in the area. This

Re: [RBW] FOR SALE: Custom Rivendell Road Bike

2021-04-25 Thread James Warren
Hi Helen, If the bike is still available, I’d like to buy it. -James Warren (310) 707-3637 > On Apr 24, 2021, at 5:24 PM, hm_w...@hotmail.com > wrote: > > > -Curt Goodrich built Rivendell Road bike with custom paint by Joe Bell > -Phil Wood hubs built to Sun CR18 rims &

Re: [RBW] WTB 60cm Rambouillet or Sam Hillborne

2021-05-24 Thread James Warren
Eric is right. I've owned both a 64 cm Ram and a 60 cm Sam and both fit me. On Mon, May 24, 2021 at 7:30 AM Eric Daume wrote: > I think those two frames would fit very differently. The Ram has > traditional road geo, so maybe a 64cm Ram would be equivalent to a 60cm > Sam. > > Eric > > On Friday

Re: [RBW] WTB 60cm Rambouillet or Sam Hillborne

2021-05-24 Thread James Warren
switch from low angle to high angle.) On Mon, May 24, 2021 at 8:13 AM James Warren wrote: > Eric is right. I've owned both a 64 cm Ram and a 60 cm Sam and both fit me. > > On Mon, May 24, 2021 at 7:30 AM Eric Daume wrote: > >> I think those two frames would fit very diff

Re: [RBW] WTB 60cm Rambouillet or Sam Hillborne

2021-05-26 Thread James Warren
s was a wild one with 2.5 degrees (!) of TT upslope. For >> AHH and Atlantis, the switch to Made In Taiwan is also the switch from low >> angle to high angle.) >> >> On Mon, May 24, 2021 at 8:13 AM James Warren wrote: >> >>> Eric is right. I'

Re: [RBW] Ride Quality Difference between the Atlantis and Clem H?

2021-06-24 Thread James Warren
I’m an Atlantis owner and a family member of a Clem owner, which I have ridden. Disclaimer: that Clem is 2 cm above my ideal size. If it were me, I’d save up and get an Atlantis, especially if pre-owned. A used one probably has less tire room, but still has a lot of tire room, and the newest o

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 62cm Hunqapillar f/f/hs + extras -- 1st gen, grey/kidney bean, $1,500

2021-07-06 Thread James Warren
Unsolicited chime-in here. I have a Hunq of that era, and sometimes I think it’s an extension of my body. Just a great, great frame. A huge number of activities of the past 8 summers have almost been defined by it. > On Jul 6, 2021, at 12:29 PM, Jeremy Till wrote: > > Hi All, > > Just bum

[RBW] Re: 62 cm Appaloosa Frameset (Dark Green) and Seatpost and BB

2021-07-30 Thread James Warren
Frame is sold. Thank you, everyone. > On Jul 25, 2021, at 12:22 AM, James Warren wrote: > > > Hi all, > > Long-time forum member and Riv rider here. > > This Appaloosa frameset has very low miles and extremely few scratches. No > dents or abuse. Close to pri

[RBW] Re: Heron Road Complete Bike - Dark Green

2021-07-30 Thread James Warren
Bike is sold. Thank you, everyone. > On Jul 25, 2021, at 12:35 AM, James Warren wrote: > > Hi all, > > Long time forum member and Riv rider here. > > This Heron Road has very low miles and extremely few scratches. No dents or > abuse. Close to pristine. The re

Re: [RBW] Riv Enthusiast at Midnight Oil show

2022-06-08 Thread James Warren
I plead guilty on all counts! Great to meet you outside the concert, Ben! Sweet Rammy! > On Jun 8, 2022, at 11:02 AM, Joe Bunik wrote: > > Wow, Mike!!! > > Notwithstanding the legend of the RPV Oil/RBW superfan, I was **also** in SLO > over the Mem Day weekend (regrets, it was but a quick l

Re: [RBW] Canti-Rom - 63 cm - CA only

2022-08-04 Thread James Warren
Hi Mike, Standover is just under 88 cm with the Panaracer 700x37s on the bike. - Jimmy > On Aug 4, 2022, at 11:39 AM, Mike Godwin wrote: > > Hi Jim > What is the standover height on this beautiful bike? > Mike SLO CA > On Wednesday, August 3, 2022 at 4:05:43 PM UTC-7 Jimmy Warren wrote: > >

Re: [RBW] Canti-Rom - 63 cm - CA Delivery

2022-08-07 Thread James Warren
Bump: price listed includes delivery from me to California buyer in August, with no unboxing. I’d just hand over the bike. Or make offer. I have additional photos sendable to anyone interested. - Jimmy Warren > On Aug 4, 2022, at 11:51 AM, James Warren wrote: > > Hi Mike, >

Re: [RBW] Canti-Rom - 63 cm - CA Delivery

2022-08-11 Thread James Warren
price listed includes delivery from me to California buyer in August, >> with no unboxing. I’d just hand over the bike. Or make offer. >> >> I have additional photos sendable to anyone interested. >> >> - Jimmy Warren >> >> >>>> On Aug 4, 2022,

Re: [RBW] Anyone run 700x50 tires on a Sam Hillborne?

2022-08-21 Thread James Warren
Hi Brenton, Big Ben 50s are the absolute limit of what fits on my 62 cm Hillborne. Bike rides great with them! You might be able to go to the Riv site and see the actual width of those tires as read on calipers. I’ll bet it’s something under 50 mm. - Jimmy > On Aug 21, 2022, at 3:45 PM, Bre

Re: [RBW] Hi & Questions...

2020-12-26 Thread James Warren
Philip, If you don’t need tires bigger than 700x48, the Sam Hillborne can do anything and feels fastest of the Rivs I ride (Ram, Atlantis, Hunqapillar, Quickbeam.) In theory, the Ram should feel fastest and maybe is, but my comfort with Albatross handlebar and the bigger tires for the mixed ter

Re: [RBW] Selling my Green Sam Hillborne

2021-01-10 Thread James Warren
Man, what a great bike! (Not my size) Hillbornes ride so well, pavement or dirt. And cool original color and great lugs! > On Jan 10, 2021, at 2:25 PM, Brendan Willard in SF wrote: > > This Sam has mixed it up in some terrain, but it’s good to go for many, many > more miles. Don’t expect pe

Re: [RBW] Re: Ride Report: 2021 Rivendell Bicycle Works Appreciation Pedalpalooza Ride

2021-08-22 Thread James Warren
The Jackalope! > On Aug 22, 2021, at 9:29 AM, Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! > wrote: > > Thank you for sharing the photos and therefore letting us look in on this > fun event! I would have loved to attend - looks like you guys had a nice > turnout and a great time. Two Platypuses and a coral Hu

Re: [RBW] Roadini or Homer

2021-09-26 Thread James Warren
Bones, I have a Homer, Hillborne, and Rambouillet. The Homer and Hillborne are closer to the same than the Homer and Ram are. My guess is that you didn’t overshoot. Homer and Hillborne are both country bikes. Let’s say I were to settle on two bikes and wanted one to be a light feeling “road b

Re: [RBW] 2014 Side Pull Sam Questions

2021-10-28 Thread James Warren
Ben, I'd have to do some research to answer all of your questions, but first I'd like to point out that my Sam is a 62 cm from 2014, and it just might be bicycle perfection. I hope you enjoy yours, and I really think you will. I do recall that circa 2013-14, some Sams were painted single-color, s

Re: [RBW] : Seatposts Most NEW - Nitto Shimano Salsa Suntour Enve Easton

2021-11-09 Thread James Warren
David, May I buy your Nitto S83 in 26.8? - Jim > On Nov 9, 2021, at 5:29 AM, David Hallerman wrote: > > Hello and good morning - > > Here are 14 seatposts for sale, most either brand new or nearly new. Sizes > range from 26.8mm to 31.6mm Note that I do not have specified offset/setback > f

Re: [RBW] : Seatposts Most NEW - Nitto Shimano Salsa Suntour Enve Easton

2021-11-09 Thread James Warren
David, never mind. I don’t want black. Sorry And sorry whole list, I meant to send to David privately. That Reply command always gets me. > On Nov 9, 2021, at 5:29 AM, David Hallerman wrote: > > Hello and good morning - > > Here are 14 seatposts for sale, most either brand new or nearly new

Re: [RBW] Re: New Sam Color

2011-02-22 Thread James Warren
Lucky you. My Taiwan Sam does have the lawyer lips. Always cause 5 seconds of irritation when loading onto a car. On Feb 21, 2011, at 11:23 PM, Earl Grey wrote: > I am not huge on silver, but with the cream accents and fenders it's > fairly stunning. Love the bar tape color, too. > > Speaking o

Re: [RBW] FS: Saluki 54cm

2011-02-22 Thread James Warren
Beautiful bike! On Feb 22, 2011, at 6:03 PM, Dave Minyard wrote: > Hi all, > I am looking to sell my Saluki, I got it from RBW in March of 2008 and it has > approx. 4K miles on it. I have taken good care of it, it does have a few > nicks and scratches, but no dents. The most noticeable ones a

Re: [RBW] Re: Betty Foy build

2011-02-25 Thread James Warren
Yes! Your bike makes me want to hop on a bike and go. On Feb 25, 2011, at 2:41 PM, Powderpiggy wrote: > So can Yves join the flickr group too?? > > http://www.flickr.com/photos/54500043@N05/5477629930/ > > > On Feb 25, 2:33 am, Marty wrote: >> Betty deserves a Flickr Group of her very own.

Re: [RBW] Re: Chilly Hilly?

2011-02-27 Thread James Warren
Was that Andy from Southern California and his Atlantis? On Feb 27, 2011, at 9:00 PM, rob markwardt wrote: > It was a lousy to day to ride but I still had a good time...winter > break is over tomorrow so I was riding no matter what!. It's always > fun to do these big rides (though I rarely do

Re: [RBW] WTT: Roughy Toughy for Roly Poly or?

2011-02-28 Thread James Warren
Rob, Roly Poly's are great. They were my favorite until Jack Brown came along. I recommend them. -James -Original Message- >From: rperks >Sent: Feb 28, 2011 4:28 PM >To: RBW Owners Bunch >Subject: [RBW] WTT: Roughy Toughy for Roly Poly or? > >I have a set of Roughy Toughy tires with l

Re: [RBW] Re: New Sam Auction Color

2011-03-05 Thread James Warren
And as for function, I'm riding a Hillborne right now with the exact same gearing: 24-36-46 in front and the amazing 12-36 9-speed in the back, and my experience is that this gearing on this bike is outstanding. On Mar 5, 2011, at 6:00 AM, Marty wrote: > First bid up, and much better photos l

[RBW] Best non-Nitto/VO seatpost (slipping issue)

2011-03-06 Thread James Warren
I once had an American Classic that was labeled 27.2 mm, but it kept sliding down the seat tube of the Columbus-tubed Celo Europa. Calipers revealed that the American Classic post was only 27.1 mm in actuality. Annoying, but while I thought about how to return it, I realized that my brother's T

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell Atlantis

2011-03-18 Thread James Warren
My 64 cm frame from 2001 has a 62 cm toptube, not 60! I've often wondered when and why the switch occured on later models. -Original Message- >From: doug peterson >Sent: Mar 18, 2011 3:28 PM >To: RBW Owners Bunch >Subject: [RBW] Re: Rivendell Atlantis > >Khalid: > >Have a look at this

Re: [RBW] Re: Japanese Atlantis vs Wisconsin Waterford Atlantis

2011-03-21 Thread James Warren
My Taiwanese Hillborne rear dropouts are BEEYOOtiful.   (And I'm 5 minutes from commuting home on that wonderful bike...with daylight savings. Things could be worse.) -Original Message- From: Bruce Sent: Mar 21, 2011 9:24 PM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: [RBW] Re: Ja

Re: [RBW] simpleone

2011-03-21 Thread James Warren
I believe it is Peter Jackson's fault. -Original Message- >From: jandrews_nyc >Sent: Mar 21, 2011 6:35 PM >To: RBW Owners Bunch >Subject: [RBW] simpleone > >Does anyone know why it's not just going to be called the Quickbeam >again? Given that the geometry is "nearly identical" and tha

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell Atlantis

2011-03-22 Thread James Warren
Guilty as charged. -Original Message- >From: doug peterson >We've got a couple of other guys who say they have >them :) but they keep bringing other Rivs to our rides. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to

Re: [RBW] Reminder: Redlands Ride this Sunday 4/3

2011-03-29 Thread James Warren
I figured that tails would be perfect for this, but are we also doing top-hats and canes? -Original Message- >From: cyclotourist >Tails are PERFECT, everything is green, and the beer is >cold. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners B

Re: [RBW] Re: DiagaBomb On The Way! UPDATE!

2011-04-01 Thread James Warren
Hang in there. On Apr 1, 2011, at 2:54 AM, Marty wrote: > Received a notice from UPS today that my "shipment" - although it did > leave Walnut Creek, was not scanned in at the next tracking point. > They are "investigating" of course, (what does that mean anyway; > harvesting a fresh crop of br

Re: [RBW] Re: DiagaBomb On The Way! UPDATE!

2011-04-01 Thread James Warren
pecial" one with an insignificant paint/ >> seat tube panel issue with a significant discount painted grey and >> maroon with cream pinstriping with a horizontal tube instead. >> >> Let us know when it arrives or is back on track I have to much faith >> to believe some

[RBW] Catalina Island (What constitutes a mountain bike?)

2011-04-06 Thread James Warren
I do know two people who have gone there and said that the permit is strictly enforced. I think they said that full sus wasn't specifically mentioned, but the permit officer did require a "mountain bike". It would be worth seeing what they mean by that: They must mean knobby tires. I wonder i

Re: [RBW] Re: bicycle camping on Catalina Island?

2011-04-06 Thread James Warren
Yes. Also, very challenging, climbingwise, I've heard. On Apr 6, 2011, at 11:28 AM, cyclotourist wrote: > On 4/6/11, CycloFiend wrote: >> >> I recall that there was a paved switchback climb out of Avalon, then graded >> fire roads and under-maintained pavement stretches. Nothing that would >>

Re: [RBW] Re: For the Love of Old Parts...

2011-04-08 Thread James Warren
Sadly, Shaw's in Santa Clara just closed recently. On Apr 8, 2011, at 4:36 PM, bfd wrote: > > > On Apr 8, 3:49 pm, doug peterson wrote: >> Minh: >> >> Where are you located? There's probably a list member that can >> suggest a shop in your area. >> > Agree, or check to see if any of these

Re: [RBW] 11 for 9 stem trade

2011-04-17 Thread James Warren
Nathan, Yes. I have a 9 cm Technomic Deluxe. I never use it. I could use an 11 cm. -James Warren Southern California On Apr 17, 2011, at 1:10 PM, nathan spindel wrote: > I'd like to trade my 11cm/26.0 Technomic Deluxe for a 9cm/26.0cm Technomic or > Dynamic. Anyone interested? &

Re: [RBW] Follow up re WTB: 58 cm Rambouillet

2011-04-17 Thread James Warren
That was the word directly from the source at the time the canti-Rom came out. It was the result of a miscommunication between Rivendell and Toyo, and Grant foresaw that the "mistake" would end up being a really nice frame, so he decided to follow through on the order, ending up with a frame th

Re: [RBW] New Bleriot Owner; intro and some thoughts

2011-04-17 Thread James Warren
Ooh, nice desilencing of the "t". On Apr 17, 2011, at 8:50 PM, Ray Shine wrote: > > > I am also a proud and happy Blerioteer. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@goog

Re: [RBW] IRD Defiant cranksets

2011-04-17 Thread James Warren
Sweet. Thanks for the link. On Apr 17, 2011, at 10:09 PM, cyclotourist wrote: > I just tripped across these cranks on the interwebs, and don't know > much about them. They sure look beautiful though! Cold forged, > 110/74bcd, square taper... I'm not seeing any downside, although they > may no

[RBW] Slimey Green - go look

2011-04-18 Thread James Warren
On www.rivbike.com, under "bike models" -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@goog

Re: [RBW] Re: Project bike will take Roly Poly tires.

2011-04-23 Thread James Warren
William, That is great! -Original Message- >From: William >Sent: Apr 23, 2011 10:56 AM >To: RBW Owners Bunch >Subject: [RBW] Re: Project bike will take Roly Poly tires. > >And the build is complete. The clincher wheelset isn't ready yet, but >I did one shake-down ride on the tubulars,

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv Rally East and The Weather...

2011-04-25 Thread James Warren
Suggestion: could you modify the route to not include dirt sections? (I know it's not ideal for a Riv Ride, but you'll still have fun, and there's nothing you can do about the weather.) Good Luck, Jim W. -Original Message- >From: Montclair BobbyB >Sent: Apr 25, 2011 5:29 PM >To: RBW O

Re: [RBW] Hunqa photos, and Albatross HB question

2011-05-02 Thread James Warren
I really like this photo you caught of a Hunqapillar in the grass: https://picasaweb.google.com/115167041841412610078/HunqapillarInTheHills5111?authkey=Gv1sRgCImI2MiGwJqxpAE#5602169349475313458 How long did it stand there before it reacted to your presence? And seriously, what was the locati

Re: [RBW] Lighter Wheel Set Question

2011-05-03 Thread James Warren
My AHH has 135 mm spacing. It's from 2007. On May 3, 2011, at 9:03 PM, Joe Bartoe wrote: > Hi Bruce, > > The AHHs are supposed to have 132.5 spacing. Unless you've altered that, you > should be able to use 130 OLD wheels just fine. I did that on mine. > > Best, > > Joe > > > Date: Tue, 3

Re: [RBW] Anything look odd on this Ram?

2011-05-20 Thread James Warren
Someone save this Ram!-Original Message- From: Jason Hartman Sent: May 20, 2011 5:23 PM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: [RBW] Anything look odd on this Ram? No wonder they did not like it.That is a terrible set up and I can't imagine anyone could be comfortableriding it

Re: [RBW] Re: visit to the nitto factory

2011-05-24 Thread James Warren
Amazing. On May 24, 2011, at 7:12 PM, Collapsing Waves wrote: > Thank you for posting this link, Seth. That was a wonderful tour of > the Nitto factory/workspace. I hope they are all well there. > > David > > On May 24, 8:45 pm, Seth Vidal wrote: >> http://www.tokyofixedgear.com/ShopFeatures

Re: [RBW] Re: visit to the nitto factory

2011-05-25 Thread James Warren
That was my reaction from seeing the video. I considered whether I'd be happy running the machine that bends handlebars. -Jim W. -Original Message- >From: grant You go there, you >kinda halfway want to work there...or at least, you're appreciative of >those who do. -- You received t

Re: [RBW] Re: Sulphur Mtn Ride Report

2011-05-26 Thread James Warren
I just climbed the blues up some fairly steep dirt. Great tires. (Also good dirt conditions right now.) -Original Message- >From: rperks >Sent: May 26, 2011 7:54 AM >To: RBW Owners Bunch >Subject: [RBW] Re: Sulphur Mtn Ride Report > >Jack Brown Green > >They have faired quite well on

[RBW] test - please disregard this message if it gets through

2011-05-28 Thread James Warren
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Re: [RBW] Simple weekend project.

2011-05-28 Thread James Warren
That green is great. I've always "kind of" liked the Atlantis color. This green is like the "really like" version. On May 28, 2011, at 2:32 PM, andrew hill wrote: > Let the building begin: > > http://salamander.net/stage/SimpleOne/letthebuildingbegin.jpg > > -- > You received this message

Re: [RBW] Nitto Touring Bar on Atlantis - First impressions...

2011-06-07 Thread James Warren
I notice something interesting on the fork crown of Rene's Atlantis. It makes the bike look more like The Bomb. And it makes me feel more excited about my decision to have the mounts added to the crown of my own Atlantis that is out for repaint and that I'm eagerly awaiting. -Jim W. On Jun 7

Re: [RBW] Nitto Touring Bar on Atlantis - First impressions...

2011-06-07 Thread James Warren
11, at 10:22 PM, Rene Sterental wrote: > That's a good eye! I requested all the mounts on my Atlantis fork that > I had on the Bombadil fork when I ordered it. > > How long is it taking to have yours repainted and the brazeons added? > > Rene > > Sent from my iPho

Re: [RBW] Re: And Summer Begins.

2011-06-12 Thread James Warren
Yeah, San Diego riding right now to start summer! Amazing.-Original Message- From: cyclotourist Sent: Jun 11, 2011 4:06 PM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: [RBW] Re: And Summer Begins. My last day was Friday, and it was a non-student day.  Got home early and celebrated b

Re: [RBW] Re: Bleriot Seatpost Binder Bolt Q...

2011-06-14 Thread James Warren
Another tip: get an extra and keep it in your tool kit. I was once on a ride and decided to try a new seat height. When I tightened the bolt, I torqued too much and broke it, meaning standing pedaling the whole way home... ...except I was lucky and there was a hardware store within a mile. On

Re: [RBW] New A. Homer Hilsen Owner

2011-06-17 Thread James Warren
Congratulations. That's a great bike! The color, the setup, the longboards, the carrying capacity, everything. -Original Message- >From: Fuz >Sent: Jun 16, 2011 5:26 PM >To: RBW Owners Bunch >Subject: [RBW] New A. Homer Hilsen Owner > >Pics here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/ediblesta

Re: [RBW] Re: HS

2011-06-19 Thread James Warren
HS must stand for "hub shift". The big clue for me is the statement that you can't use more than one chainring on it. At first I thought, "what, you can't clamp on a front derailleur?" But once "hub shift" was suggested, I realized that a hub shift with no rear derailleur hanger would make it h

Re: [RBW] Re: HS

2011-06-19 Thread James Warren
stop? Some kind of weird U-frame shape like a Velib - that > seems also impossible considering GP's attraction to triangles. > > Maybe it is the RAAM bike in the photo! > > Esteban > 13 Arr., Paris France (for one more week) > > On Jun 19, 11:47 pm, James Warren wro

Re: [RBW] Re: HS

2011-06-19 Thread James Warren
be to get a bolt-on hanger. On Jun 19, 2011, at 4:30 PM, Steve Palincsar wrote: > On Sun, 2011-06-19 at 16:20 -0700, James Warren wrote: >> >> Lack of cable stop wouldn't make it impossible. Clamps available. I >> use a front shifter on my QB. >> >> Lack

Re: [RBW] Re: New Hillborne

2011-06-20 Thread James Warren
It looks like a 60 cm, and it looks amazing. I looked at it after riding my 60 last night. -Original Message- >From: Jay >Sent: Jun 20, 2011 10:34 AM >To: RBW Owners Bunch >Subject: [RBW] Re: New Hillborne > >Wonder if that's the 56 cm I almost bought. >Looks beautiful. > >Jay > >On J

Re: [RBW] The bike collection (or hoard?)

2011-06-21 Thread James Warren
Mine's both a collection and a hoard: 1991 MB-4, 55 cm, was red, repainted deep purple. The bike I'm most attached to. 1993 MB-2, 55 cm, red 1992 RB-1, 62 cm, yellow and white 2001 Atlantis, 64 cm, out for repaint to a rich red 2003 Rambouillet, 64 cm, original orange. Competes with AHH and Hillb

Re: [RBW] Re: The bike collection (or hoard?)

2011-06-22 Thread James Warren
When people keep saying "now I'm not feeling guilty about owning N bikes...", they mean that they had been feeling guilty before that their N value was too low, right? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group

Re: [RBW] Re: The bike collection (or hoard?)

2011-06-22 Thread James Warren
An army of Hillbornes. I like that image. (The Hillborne is, after all, the midpoint bike on the Rivendell spectrum from beefy dirt to light paved road.) -Original Message- >From: Way Rebb >Sent: Jun 22, 2011 7:18 AM >To: RBW Owners Bunch >Subject: [RBW] Re: The bike collection (or ho

[RBW] 1982 Footage, RAAM (including Lon)

2011-06-22 Thread James Warren
A stretch topic-wise, but Lon was in two separate RR's, and this is awesome: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kNrzfZSY8Vs&feature=youtube_gdata_player -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-o

Re: [RBW] Re: Thumbies vs BEs

2011-06-23 Thread James Warren
My favorite feature of BE's on long rides is the ability to shift while holding a water bottle. You drink, you're swallowing, you want more, so you want to keep the bottle in your hand, but the grade changes, and you need to shift in between drinks while still holding the water bottle. However

Re: [RBW] Re: Future Rivs (current options for kids)

2011-06-23 Thread James Warren
I don't have kids, so I'm only guessing, but how would something like this be? http://www.specialized.com/us/en/bc/SBCProduct.jsp?spid=52916&scid=1005&scname=Kids -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, sen

Re: [RBW] Re: Future Rivs (current options for kids)

2011-06-23 Thread James Warren
Expression on child's face says you did well! -Original Message- >From: Leslie >Sent: Jun 23, 2011 11:47 AM >To: RBW Owners Bunch >Subject: [RBW] Re: Future Rivs (current options for kids) > >I just replied over in the other thread (didn't realize this one had >spun off); > >Instead of

Re: [RBW] Cheap tallish canti-ROM

2011-06-28 Thread James Warren
Riv's measurements are C-T, so this would be the 63 cm. Let's say the difference between C-C and C-T were 1.5 cm. (That's just an estimate without actually looking at a frame).   63 cm C-T would become 61.5 cm C-C, which would be 24.2" after converting. So even if I'm wrong on the 1.5 cm part, th

Re: [RBW] Re: wow

2011-07-01 Thread James Warren
You know what would be awesome: a derailleurless Rivendell frame just like the Simpleone but with 135 rear spacing and some cable stops that make it ready to handle this in 11: http://www.shimano.com/publish/content/global_cycle/en/us/index/products/0/alfine.html# or one of these: http://www

Re: [RBW] Which nail polish for 1st generation green Sam Hillborne?

2011-07-04 Thread James Warren
Isn't "Sally Hanson" the name of that secret surpise new bike that Rivendell is developing? On Jul 4, 2011, at 2:31 AM, Jay wrote: > Sally Hanson, Lacquer Shine, Glow 03 > > OR > > Sally Hansen Hard as Nails Xtreme wear Ivy > League > > I've seen both recommended. > Which is right? > > Jay

Re: [RBW] Re: Where can I find Riv Baggins bags for sale?

2011-07-04 Thread James Warren
Wherefore is it "Rivendale" to some? I just don't get it. Why is this so common? OK, gotta get outside and enjoy July 4th. On Jul 3, 2011, at 7:21 PM, Brett Lindenbach wrote: > Grant, et al., > When I was looking for a Baggins-like bag I inquired at Frost River about > whether they were still

Re: [RBW] Hunqapillar, interesting fork detail

2011-07-05 Thread James Warren
I have a repainted Atlantis in the mail right now, and I've had those holes added to the crown. I have some hopes for using the R14 on the front: http://www.rivbike.com/products/show/top-rack-nitto-r14/20-095 Thanks for the tightening tip, Seth. -Original Message- >From: Seth Vidal

Re: [RBW] Was it really from last year? Yikes! Angus' Atlantis in the Gallery

2011-07-05 Thread James Warren
Amazing bike. Makes me want to pack some gear and ride for a week.   Thanks for the Gallery, Jim.   -Original Message- From: Cyclofiend Jim Sent: Jul 5, 2011 9:39 AM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] Was it really from last year? Yikes! Angus' Atlantis in the Gallery T

Re: [RBW] Re: Pics of my new Hunqapillar...and a question about handlebar bags

2011-07-05 Thread James Warren
You are a lucky man to have someone in your life who appreciates these details!   -Original Message- From: Geoff Sent: Jul 3, 2011 11:07 AM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] Re: Pics of my new Hunqapillar...and a question about handlebar bags Thanks, Everyone, for your

Re: [RBW] moustache handlebar bag

2011-07-05 Thread James Warren
Rivendell Brand V bar tube. Velcro One-wrap attachment of the D rings to the horizontal brake hoods. I have the Baggins bar tube attached this way to moustache bars, and it works very well. The Baggins is no longer made, but the Brand V one looks great and has to be a very good deal: http://ww

Re: [RBW] Re: SimpleOne gearing

2011-07-07 Thread James Warren
I love the ride of the QB, but I like gears and never wanted to get off the bike to shift. So I bought my QB with schemes of somehow making it a shifter. Right now, it's a 3 speed shifted at the crank (24-36-46) with a front derailleur and only one cog in the back. (I use a friction bar-end shi

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivs on STP (Seattle to Portland)

2011-07-08 Thread James Warren
How could one go for a ride and not pack a picnic? On Jul 8, 2011, at 11:21 AM, William wrote: > Running away from home is pretty accurate for some rides isn't it. A couple > of roadies passing me up Mt Hamilton asked if I had packed a picnic in my > handlebar bag. I pretty much had. I sto

Re: [RBW] Re: 2 top tubes - Y2TT plus (at the end of it) divisive cultural reference

2011-07-09 Thread James Warren
My Atlantis is 64 cm and has a 2.5 degree TT slope. My Hillborne is 60 cm and has a 6 degree TT slope. My AHH is 65 cm and has a 1.5 degree TT slope. The expanded frame geometry (with its 6 degree TT slope) was meant to allow fewer sizes to fit more people. A 60 cm Hillborne fits me well, whi

Re: [RBW] Re: 2 top tubes - Y2TT plus (at the end of it) divisive cultural reference

2011-07-09 Thread James Warren
Angle = (# of degrees)*(3.14) divided by 180 Head tube height increase = (60 cm)(1)(3.14)/180 = approximately 1 cm Anybody want to do the prediction of how TT slope increases the effective TT length? On Jul 9, 2011, at 9:57 AM, James Warren wrote: > > > My Atlantis is 64 cm and ha

Re: [RBW] Bicycle Lingering

2011-07-10 Thread James Warren
  Good timing with this post! We must have been channeling this article in the 3-speed River and Sea ride today. (See previous postings.) We did 35 miles in about 5.5 hours!   -Original Message- From: jimD Sent: Jul 10, 2011 8:56 PM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] Bi

Re: [RBW] Protovelo back to CdlVs

2011-07-11 Thread James Warren
Beauty! On Jul 11, 2011, at 9:30 PM, Esteban wrote: > Got the Protovelo back to where I want it. Honjos and CdlVs: cheap, > trusty, robust enough, supple enough for the commute come September. > I'm hoping to commute with only a front rack and bag, keeping things > generally unburdened. Speak

Re: [RBW] Re: shipping costs

2011-07-12 Thread James Warren
I've recently picked up packages right at the closest shipping location to me. I called ahead to arrange it when it was too difficult to catch the truck at my house. I've never tried sending from the shipping location. On Jul 12, 2011, at 8:09 AM, George Schick wrote: > Eric sez "...I've alwa

Re: [RBW] WTB 64cm Atlantis

2013-08-18 Thread James Warren
Tony? Sent from my iPhone On Aug 18, 2013, at 4:38 PM, Michael Williams wrote: > Hey group, Just throwing it out there. Seeing if anyone has a 64cm > Atlantis theyre looking to sell or perhaps trade for a 61cm that I currently > own. Thanks. ~Mikw > > -- > You received this message

Re: [RBW] VO Touring Hub vs XT?

2013-08-21 Thread James Warren
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Re: [RBW] Re: VO Touring Hub vs XT?

2013-08-21 Thread James Warren
My understanding is that if you are buying new parts, then LX is it. Shimano should come out with an LX crank with 24-36-46 chainrings and complete LX's journey toward its place as THE touring group. On Aug 21, 2013, at 12:49 PM, Tom Harrop wrote: > > > Say you just wanted the toughest, mos

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

2013-08-23 Thread James Warren
Probably not gonna make it. Definitely not to camp, very small chance I'll join you all Saturday morning. Have fun! Sent from my iPhone On Aug 23, 2013, at 10:45 AM, Esteban wrote: > Great. See you all there. Don't wait for me - just let me know when you are > headed to dinner and where. I'll

Re: [RBW] SoCal Rivsters San Clemente S24O

2013-08-24 Thread James Warren
I can't look. Too envious. Sorry I missed you all. I'm glad it was good. Sent from my iPhone On Aug 24, 2013, at 3:40 PM, David Yu Greenblatt wrote: > It happened: > http://flic.kr/s/aHsjHHwVr6 > > And it was fun. > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Grou

Re: [RBW] Re: Lifetime of Tange Bottom Bracket

2013-09-04 Thread James Warren
Wait, we have to replace those?  :-)-Original Message- From: dougP Sent: Sep 4, 2013 8:37 PM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] Re: Lifetime of Tange Bottom Bracket Mike:My Atlantis arrived in 2003, and I replaced the original Tange BB in late 08.  I did not keep acc

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