Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2023

2023-11-13 Thread Jim M.
On Monday, November 13, 2023 at 8:02:06 AM UTC-8 krhe...@gmail.com wrote: 52cm CLEM "L" This one has been abused. I have never seen a Rivendell bicycle with so many scratches. YIKES ! Take a close look at Grant's Clem and Appaloosa on the staff bike pages. ;-) jim m walnut

[RBW] Re: WTB: parts for Proteus project road bike

2023-11-26 Thread Jim M.
If you want racy, I have a very nice set of Mavic tubular wheels on Dura Ace hubs that I used to use for Eroica. I believe the rear is about 125, but if you're interested, I'll go measure. cheers jim m walnut creek On Thursday, November 23, 2023 at 4:20:37 PM UTC-8 Lesli Larson wro

Re: [RBW] Re: SF RB-1 looking very nice

2023-12-21 Thread Jim M.
Here's the '93 catalog page showing Superbe Pro brakes: https://www.sheldonbrown.com/bridgestone/1993/pages/26.htm What I remember is that the RB-1 had good performance at a lower price than Colnago, Paramount, Medici, LandShark, Pinarello, Olmo, Basso, Cinelli (among others) that I would see a

[RBW] Re: Favorite Bay Area S24Os?

2024-01-23 Thread Jim M.
This being the Riv list, I'm surprised no one has mentioned Mt Diablo. There are sanctioned campgrounds, but there is a lot of space for unsanctioned camping. Just don't light a campfire at the unsanctioned spots. jim mather walnut creek ca On Tuesday, January 23, 2024 at 7:33:28 AM UTC-8 Pan

Re: [RBW] Re: Nitto Basket Rack: is it too heavy?

2022-10-21 Thread Jim M.
Looks good. Easier to wheelie too. jim m walnut creek On Friday, October 21, 2022 at 7:20:28 PM UTC-7 Jason Fuller wrote: > YY > > On Fri., Oct. 21, 2022, 7:16 p.m. Leah Peterson, > wrote: > >> Jason: like this? Y/N. >> 🙃Leah >> >> [image:

Re: [RBW] Bombadil and Hunqapillar origins: The definitive thread

2022-12-12 Thread Jim M.
Our peerless site admin has a whole Bombadil page here: http://cyclofiend.com/rbw/bombadil/index.html, which goes back to RR 39 and the prot-velo Bombas. jim m walnut creek, ca On Monday, December 12, 2022 at 1:06:23 PM UTC-8 Marty Gierke, Stewartstown PA wrote: > I may have shared t

[RBW] Grant interview on Path Less Pedaled

2023-07-11 Thread Jim M.
I found this worth an hour: https://youtu.be/kuPEIY3qol0 -- 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 vi

Re: [RBW] Grant interview on Path Less Pedaled

2023-07-11 Thread Jim M.
On Tuesday, July 11, 2023 at 8:25:46 AM UTC-7 Patrick Moore wrote: Jim: The link led me to an advertorial on a spice subscription service and I don't see (at first glance) on the site a feature interview with Grant. Youtube snuck one by me, I guess. Thanks to Ted for correcting the link.

Re: [RBW] Grant interview on Path Less Pedaled

2023-07-11 Thread Jim M.
Apparently I can't edit the original post, so I deleted it. As Ted posted, here is the correct link to an interview of Grant by Path Less Pedaled, in which they discuss the disappearance of mechanical shifters, etc.: https://youtu.be/K9P_chxaX28 jim m walnut creek On Tuesday, July 11, 20

[RBW] Re: Triple to double conversion

2023-07-14 Thread Jim M.
I used the Ritchey as a double with a 44/32, and a 32 low in the rear. Worked great. I don't remember the bb but it was probably 110. I have no experience with the Suntour, but I found 94 bcd to be more flexible for my needs than 110. jim m walnut creek [image: 6773347072_3155c76616_w.jpg

[RBW] Re: Triple to double conversion

2023-07-14 Thread Jim M.
And if you went with removing the inner ring, you'd need single speed chain ring bolts for the middle ring. Not difficult to find. On Friday, July 14, 2023 at 3:37:39 PM UTC-7 Jim M. wrote: > I used the Ritchey as a double with a 44/32, and a 32 low in the rear. > Worked gre

Re: [RBW] Re: Roaduno

2023-07-16 Thread Jim M.
t more room for adjustment. jim m walnut creek -- 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 vi

Re: [RBW] Re: Wanted post worries

2023-07-16 Thread Jim M.
On Sunday, July 16, 2023 at 12:41:33 PM UTC-7 divis...@gmail.com wrote: How is it that you're getting to a list of members? What does it look like? Try here: https://groups.google.com/g/rbw-owners-bunch/members -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: The Official Introduction of RoadeoRosa

2024-02-19 Thread Jim M.
Great build! That'll be eye-catching on PBP! jim mather walnut creek On Monday, February 19, 2024 at 8:27:37 PM UTC-8 Bill Lindsay wrote: > Here she is. RoadeoRosa is complete > > > https://www.flickr.com/photos/45758191@N04/53540567348/in/album-72177720313109003/ > > Frame set: Nobilette buil

[RBW] Re: New bike decision (help!)

2024-02-24 Thread Jim M.
Get the Platy if it's your favorite. Any Riv can be ridden anywhere. The limiting factor to me is tire size -- is 50mm enough for what you want? If not, wait for Susie. happy trails! jim mather walnut creek On Saturday, February 24, 2024 at 8:51:21 AM UTC-8 Gregger wrote: > Long time listener,

[RBW] Re: Trip Report: Death Valley February 2024

2024-03-04 Thread Jim M.
Great report and photos! Thanks for sharing. jim m walnut creek On Sunday, March 3, 2024 at 8:33:37 PM UTC-8 Diana H wrote: > Is there a way to post photo's? I tried to post just a single photo and > kept getting error's that the message was too long. So here is a link to

Re: [RBW] Re: FS 61 cm Roadeo f/f/hs

2024-03-09 Thread Jim M.
I'm surprised this hasn't sold, given all the excitement about Bill's Roadeo Rosa. Mike's is half the price of a new one and no 2-year wait. jim mather walnut creek On Saturday, March 2, 2024 at 5:07:27 PM UTC-8 josh.yo...@gmail.com wrote: > All of them if you can. Thanks! > > On Sat, Mar 2, 2

[RBW] Re: How similar are the Bridgestone Atlantis (1), XO-1, All Rounder, Toyo Atlantis?

2024-03-12 Thread Jim M.
Great looking bike! Bridgestone Atlantis was pre-Grant, designed by a Bridgestone employee in Japan who took inspiration from French constructeurs, so a different kind of bike than the others you mentioned. There's a Riv Reader article about it that I cannot find at the moment but will post la

[RBW] Re: How similar are the Bridgestone Atlantis (1), XO-1, All Rounder, Toyo Atlantis?

2024-03-12 Thread Jim M.
Ah, here it is on Cyclofiend's website: http://www.cyclofiend.com/Images/rbw/rr35_pg46.jpg http://www.cyclofiend.com/Images/rbw/rr35_pg47.jpg On Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at 3:47:12 PM UTC-7 Jim M. wrote: > Great looking bike! > > Bridgestone Atlantis was pre-Grant, designed by

[RBW] Re: Ride Report: The Queen's Ransom (Sort of)

2024-03-16 Thread Jim M.
Great report and photos! Deserts are beautiful this time of year. jim m walnut creek On Friday, March 15, 2024 at 8:34:47 PM UTC-7 John Rinker wrote: > Matthias, Water is definitely a concern as you move through that wonderful > landscape. For the first couple of days we were near par

Re: [RBW] It's New Bike What?

2024-03-24 Thread Jim M.
Wow, great looking bike and wonderful build! Makes me want a custom too. jim m walnut creek ca On Sunday, March 24, 2024 at 10:46:15 AM UTC-7 Corwin Zechar wrote: > Hi Patrick - > > Thanks for the info. I grabbed those pedals. > > I don't think you are a snob. My wife cal

Re: [RBW] Re: Long Chainstays - What Problem/Deficiency Do They Solve?

2024-03-31 Thread Jim M.
Jones and Esker are 2 makers who are bringing long wb to market. I'm sure there are others. jim m walnut creek, ca On Sunday, March 31, 2024 at 5:32:54 PM UTC-7 John Hawrylak, Woodstown NJ wrote: > Eric > > > > Thanks for the RBW explanation. I vaguely remember

Re: [RBW] Re: Eroica California

2024-04-03 Thread Jim M.
ntent -- I met George Mount, who used to race against Grant back in the day, and I met Andy Hampsten, who has extolled Jack Brown tires. jim m walnut creek On Wednesday, April 3, 2024 at 11:05:59 AM UTC-7 Bill Lindsay wrote: > If I decide to gear way lower, I'll swap over a vintage compa

[RBW] Re: 34 T cassette deraailleur clearance

2024-04-14 Thread Jim M.
If you want to try to make the Chorus work, you could reverse the b screw to add a little more reach, or you could try a Wolf Tooth Roadlink hanger extender. I've used the Roadlink with good results. jim m walnut creek ca On Sunday, April 14, 2024 at 3:02:47 PM UTC-7 Nick A. wrote:

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Roadbike Curious

2024-04-20 Thread Jim M.
le. There's a 51 dropbar Homer on the web special page https://www.rivbike.com/products/51cm-homer-dark-gold-antonios-dropbar-pick if that's your size. jim m walnut creek ca On Saturday, April 20, 2024 at 12:33:50 PM UTC-7 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > I’m starting to wonde

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Roadbike Curious

2024-04-22 Thread Jim M.
Raspberry Roadeo is definitely the last bike you'll ever need. Have Bill help pick a good used bike for the wait. jim m walnut creek On Monday, April 22, 2024 at 7:34:20 PM UTC-7 Nick A. wrote: > "Me: Well…not necessarily. I have to weigh out all the pros and cons, you > s

Re: [RBW] Rivendell Roadbike Curious

2024-04-23 Thread Jim M.
ther bikes for rougher stuff. If you can have more than one bike, I don't see the sense in trying to make everyone of them an all rounder. jim m walnut creek riv iconoclast On Tuesday, April 23, 2024 at 2:22:20 PM UTC-7 Corwin Zechar wrote: > My orange creamsicle (the fastest color) Ram is

Re: [RBW] The 3x1 road bike. Anticipating some of your RoadUNO builds

2024-04-27 Thread Jim M.
Quickbeam came with 40/32 chainrings. The fork ends were long enough to cover the 8-t difference. On Saturday, April 27, 2024 at 11:42:41 AM UTC-7 Patrick Moore wrote: > On Sat, Apr 27, 2024 at 11:40 AM Patrick Moore wrote: > >> ... With horizontals or track ends and a good steel internal cam Q

[RBW] Re: Hwy 1 Closures

2024-06-04 Thread Jim M.
My understanding and Caltrans website says closure is south of Nepenthe. https://roads.dot.ca.gov/?roadnumber=1 "Is closed from Limekiln State Park to 14.3 mi south of Big Sur /at Lime Creek/ (Monterey Co) - Due to emergency repairs - Motorists are advised to use an alternate route route" On Tu

Re: [RBW] Re: 3-speeding Quickbeams and SimpleOnes

2023-06-18 Thread Jim M.
But if I had an AW wheel, I certainly would have tried it. jim m walnut creek On Sunday, June 18, 2023 at 5:47:05 PM UTC-7 mr.wa...@gmail.com wrote: > I did like my little White Industries Dos ENO freewheel when I was > commuting in Santa Fe. Bigger cog for uphill going to work, and lit

[RBW] FS: Bags, Sackville, Chrome, Carradice

2024-06-15 Thread Jim M.
wed in San Francisco) TImbuk2 classic messenger shoulder bag, medium, $50 (also from back when they sewed in San Francisco) happy trails! jim m walnut creek, ca -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] Re: FS: Bags, Sackville, Chrome, Carradice

2024-06-15 Thread Jim M.
New link: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1kUHv4ekQYuLq15j9vcdITLimiM6QDShA?usp=sharing On Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 11:56:12 AM UTC-7 Jim M. wrote: > All bags are used, in good shape, not beat or stained. Sackville and > Barley have seen some randonees and touring, others wer

[RBW] Re: FS: Bags, Sackville, Chrome, Carradice

2024-06-15 Thread Jim M.
Barley is gone. On Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 12:06:11 PM UTC-7 Jim M. wrote: > New link: > https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1kUHv4ekQYuLq15j9vcdITLimiM6QDShA?usp=sharing > > On Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 11:56:12 AM UTC-7 Jim M. wrote: > >> All bags are used, in go

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Bags, Sackville, Chrome, Carradice

2024-06-15 Thread Jim M.
Carradice. That bar bag plus the bracket > for $100 is a good deal. > > Patrick "sorry, I don't use bar bags, but if I did " Moore > > On Sat, Jun 15, 2024 at 2:49 PM Jim M. wrote: > >> Barley is gone. >> >> On Saturday, June 15, 2024 at

Re: [RBW] Santa Cruz Randonneurs 200k ride report

2024-06-26 Thread Jim M.
Thanks for a great report! I'll be rooting for your 2027 PBP. Maybe you and Bill L can both rep Riv there. jim m walnut creek On Monday, June 24, 2024 at 9:19:23 PM UTC-7 Keith P. wrote: > “ham and cheese croissant as well as a chocolate croissant” > This is true cycling fuel -

[RBW] Re: WTB: 58cm top tube road-ish/all-rounder frameset

2024-07-04 Thread Jim M.
58 A. Homer Hilsen just posted on I-BOB https://groups.google.com/g/internet-bob/c/uSH0M58Fchs On Thursday, July 4, 2024 at 11:19:42 AM UTC-7 Bill Lindsay wrote: > k. > > I recommend you type "Rosco-Bubbe Road" into the search bar, and find the > bike that CMR (Chris) is selling. I used to ow

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2024

2024-07-17 Thread Jim M.
Hmm, the ad says 700 wheels. Weren't All-Rounders 26"? On Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 2:39:21 PM UTC-7 Chris Halasz wrote: > Rivendell All-Rounder 60cm - $1,500 (santa clara) > > > https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/bik/d/santa-clara-rivendell-all-rounder-60cm/7767141390.html > > On Sunday, July 14

[RBW] Re: WTB: Handlebar

2024-08-02 Thread Jim M.
Well, you need to at least tell us what you decided on. On Friday, August 2, 2024 at 8:52:08 AM UTC-7 Edwin W wrote: > I am all set, thank you all so much for your help. > > Edwin > > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsu

Re: [RBW] Rivendell Roadbike Curious

2024-08-18 Thread Jim M.
ve experience of its handling could possibly change. happy trails jim m walnut creek -- 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-bun

[RBW] Re: Bullmoose Alternatives

2024-08-26 Thread Jim M.
I have found https://whatbars.com/ to be very helpful. I replaced my last bullmoose with Ritchey Kyote bars, and I've also used Surly Open bars but if that Bull bar had been available, I would have tried it. jim m walnut creek On Monday, August 26, 2024 at 11:49:35 AM UTC-7 maxcr

[RBW] Re: Long Chainstays - What Problem/Deficiency Do They Solve?

2024-09-09 Thread Jim M.
Well said! And other makers are doing it, a couple examples I know of are the Jones LWB and the Esker Hayduke LSV, but I'm sure there are others. jim m walnut creek On Monday, September 9, 2024 at 1:48:26 PM UTC-7 Mackenzy Albright wrote: As many others mentioned above and the previous t

[RBW] Re: Anyone using a RBW Nitto Basket Rack on a Clem H?

2020-04-18 Thread Jim M.
Late to the party, but here's my 52 Clem H with Nitto basket rack. Handles fine with a load in my opinion, and I've tried it with no hands fine too. jim m wc, ca <https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/FTiiFF-D0m

[RBW] Re: Cherry Blossoms Season!

2020-04-18 Thread Jim M.
Great thread and beautiful photos, Takashi! Here's a native to the Mt Diablo region, the Purple Chinese Lantern, also called Innocence. happy trails, jim m wc, ca <https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/mzAvqVPN_V4VT9U_ix49i_j5pgN-X-DuBkxYxp-g2sxGE6U3r0gUgG7zmfncIShs0tb

Re: [RBW] Re: daily post ur riv

2020-05-08 Thread Jim M.
On Friday, May 8, 2020 at 10:08:49 AM UTC-7, DHans wrote: > > That’s a nice looking Clem. Would you mind posting your build specs since > this doesn’t look to be a Riv complete? I like the idea of a 1x drivetrain. > > Thanks, Doug. I built it with stuff I had in the parts box. Sugino crank (not

Re: [RBW] Just Pics from Your Good Ride Thread

2020-05-27 Thread Jim M.
of the Open Road”, Walt Whitman jim m walnut creek -- 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.co

[RBW] Re: Just Pics from Your Good Ride Thread

2020-05-27 Thread Jim M.
Nice, Paul! Is that part of a sculpture garden, or a nuclear research facility? jim m On Wednesday, May 27, 2020 at 2:09:06 PM UTC-7, Paul in Dallas wrote: > > Out on it now for 5 or 6 miles. > > Paul in Dallas > [image: Image] > -- You received this message because you are

Re: [RBW] Sunglasses

2020-05-31 Thread Jim M.
I'm a big fan of the Wiley-X line, which I take to my optometrist for prescription lenses. They're pretty near bombproof, and they come in a range of sizes and styles. I don't even need a leash on the style I mountain bike in. They fit snugly without being too tight. jim m

Re: [RBW] Favorite Rivendell model names?

2020-06-05 Thread Jim M.
On Friday, June 5, 2020 at 9:24:42 AM UTC-7, MCT wrote: > > I always liked Yves Gomes. I always wanted one, but never pulled the > trigger. > > Matt in OKC > One just showed up on CL: https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/bik/d/san-francisco-rivendell-yvez-gomez-58cm/7131577767.html -- You rec

[RBW] Re: List Status Thoughts: So... here we are Saturday morning

2020-06-07 Thread Jim M.
en keep to that guideline over the subject of helmets. Way too many internet hotheads on the list (and in the world) to start a thread that purposely contains potentially incendiary topics. Thanks, Jim, and Happy Trails everyone! jim m walnut creek, ca -- You received this message because you are su

[RBW] Re: Racing Klunkers on Repack Road

2020-06-11 Thread Jim M.
lso speaks to what a fantastically skilled rider he was. jim m walnut creek, ca -- 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-bun

[RBW] Re: Single-speed country bike(?)

2020-07-03 Thread Jim M.
On Saturday, June 27, 2020 at 2:02:48 PM UTC-7, Tully Lanter wrote: > > I seem to recall a mention of a single-speed country bike in the works, > but can't for the life of me find the thread. It may have been a few months > ago. > > By single-speed, do you mean a bike with track ends on the back?

[RBW] Re: Riv ripples in the bike world

2020-07-12 Thread Jim M.
Mike Sinyard, stealing great ideas since 1981! On Sunday, July 12, 2020 at 4:57:02 PM UTC-7, Fullylugged wrote: > > While prepping for a FB live class this week on steering, I happened to > look up the geometry for the 2020 TREK Domane. Here's the latest and > newest development in the race wo

[RBW] Re: Increasing Spring Tension - Rear Derailleur

2021-04-06 Thread Jim M.
nsion that helps. jim m walnut creek, ca On Tuesday, April 6, 2021 at 11:33:18 AM UTC-7 Matthew P wrote: > Hi Ken, > I'm curious. Why do you leave the clutch de-activated? Are there downsides > to using the clutch? > Thanks > -Matthew > > On Monday, April 5, 2021

[RBW] Re: Hunqs. How do I know what year mine is?

2021-04-07 Thread Jim M.
an by a team of builders trained by Tetsu Ishigaki, of Toyo. The main tubes are the most expensive steel tubing we could find anywhere --- Japanese Kaisei 8630 heat-treated. The seat and chainstays are excellent Taiwan CrMo. The fork is made in Japan by Tetsu Ishigaki at Toyo." jim m

[RBW] Re: Hunqs. How do I know what year mine is?

2021-04-07 Thread Jim M.
I believe yours was built in 2012, and if you look at the Wayback Machine, https://web.archive.org/web/20120519113952if_/http://www.rivbike.com/category-s/619.htm the 2012 website shows the Hunq without the cream seat tube rectangle. jim m walnut creek, ca On Wednesday, April 7, 2021 at 4:19

Re: [RBW] WTB: A Rivendell

2021-05-13 Thread Jim M.
Hike the Appalachian Trail and then ride it back. ;-) jim m walnut creek ca On Thursday, May 13, 2021 at 12:17:38 PM UTC-7 Doug H. wrote: > I saw that one. He prefers not ship but it's on my radar. > Doug > > On Thursday, May 13, 2021 at 2:43:34 PM UTC-4 Matthew William

[RBW] Re: Which Riv. mixte has the shortest chainstays?

2021-05-16 Thread Jim M.
Glorius, Betty Foy, and Yves Gomez were all made before the current long chainstay era. Great, beautiful bikes, but good look finding one. After that it would be the Cheviot. For comparison, a 55cm Chev has 50cm chainstays, whereas a 56 Susie has 54. jim m walnut creek, ca On Sunday, May 16

[RBW] Re: Which Riv. mixte has the shortest chainstays?

2021-05-30 Thread Jim M.
Matthew just posted this Wilbury, in case you didn't see it: https://newyork.craigslist.org/mnh/bik/d/new-york-52cm- wilbury-rivendell-bicycle/732904.html They don't come available very often. On Monday, May 17, 2021 at 12:37:49 PM UTC-7 Linda G wrote: > I share Joel's concerns about long c

Re: [RBW] Fattest Tire on a QB?

2021-06-19 Thread Jim M.
d weight limit was pretty low, from what I remember. Pretty sure I sold that to a list member quite a while ago. Cheers, jim m walnut creek, ca -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] Re: Rapid rise polarizing

2021-07-13 Thread Jim M.
erience I never had a problem going back and forth. I echo Bill's comment that shifting is pretty simple on a bike whichever direction you're going. jim m walnut creek On Tuesday, July 13, 2021 at 10:54:20 AM UTC-7 Joe Bernard wrote: > Sorry, low-normal. RapidRise. That thing.

[RBW] Re: Pigeonholed in Bicycle Philosophy

2022-03-06 Thread Jim M.
e a lot of your riding becomes "training", especially during the season. If you don't know whether you're drawn to competition, you probably aren't, I'd guess. If you are drawn to compete, it could be a different sport, and you could continue to "just ride&quo

[RBW] FS: 56 Bombadil double top tube

2022-07-12 Thread Jim M.
Up for sale is my Bombadil, which was a prototype I bought from Riv. It was originally in bare steel but in 2019 an errant stick bent the derailer hanger. RBW sent it to Steve Rex to be straightened and aligned, and then it went to D&D for the paint job. Here's a pic from Shell Ridge: https://

[RBW] Re: FS: 56 Bombadil double top tube

2022-07-13 Thread Jim M.
hat are the rims, and what's the crank > arm length? > > > > On Tuesday, July 12, 2022 at 8:08:47 PM UTC-7 Jim M. wrote: > >> Up for sale is my Bombadil, which was a prototype I bought from Riv. It >> was originally in bare steel but in 2019 an errant stick bent the d

[RBW] Re: FS: 56 Bombadil double top tube

2022-07-13 Thread Jim M.
Sold locally. Thanks for your interest and better luck next time! On Wednesday, July 13, 2022 at 11:15:38 AM UTC-7 Jim M. wrote: > Stan's ZTR rims, from when they still made rim brake rims. Set up tubeless > currently with Schwalbe G Ones. The cranks are the idiosyncratic RBW 17

Re: [RBW] Re: Best hat for sun protection while walking? -- Not too off-topic

2020-12-12 Thread Jim M.
On Wednesday, December 9, 2020 at 6:55:30 PM UTC-8 Patrick Moore wrote: > Thanks. This looks likely: > https://www.tilley.com/us_en/ltm8-airflo-mesh-hat.html > > But tell me, why is it worth 3X the price of this one? > https://www.outdoorresearch.com/us/papyrus-brim-sun-hat-243408?cat=124,24,6,4

Re: [RBW] Re: Weight question / I'm obviously confused

2021-01-10 Thread Jim M.
le. It was too small though I fit the theoretical range. I should have gotten the 59. I support the suggestions of better tires/lower pressure. I think you'll feel a big difference. I really liked the Clem other than the sizing. jim m walnut creek -- You received this message because you ar

Re: [RBW] Re: Has anyone ever made a Rivendell custom step-through?

2021-01-25 Thread Jim M.
throughs are all tanks. jim m walnut creek -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Has anyone ever made a Rivendell custom step-through?

2021-01-25 Thread Jim M.
the stepthrough needs stouter tubing. But hey, you might as well call and ask what he says about a lightweight stepthrough. jim m walnut creek -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop r

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: large Riv All Rounder 26” wheels

2021-02-11 Thread Jim M.
Well, Mt Airy bikes has had a 59 for at least 10 years. It's bike number 3804, and you can search for it here: https://www.bike123.com/bike-list/ I've been very tempted by this bike but he was always asking more than I wanted to pay. good luck jim m walnut creek, ca On Thursday, F

[RBW] Anyone missing a Romulus in So Cal?

2021-02-23 Thread Jim M.
https://offerup.com/item/detail/1068335445/ Ad smells a bit funny, but you do get a "500 doller headset". Also this ad: https://offerup.com/item/detail/1068335445/ which offers "Fully Loaded With Campanaro italian Parts" jim m walnut creek, ca -- You received this mes

[RBW] Re: Convert to Tubeless?

2021-03-05 Thread Jim M.
ess tires. Works well in my experience. Soap water on the bead helps seat. Also, the tires will probably leak sealant out the sidewall until they are sealed, so you'll see little white specks. You may need to use a couple of extra shots of sealant the first time. jim m tubeless in w

[RBW] Re: What's your favorite painting of a Bombadil?

2021-03-20 Thread Jim M.
on Bombadils, but at some point they were offered with the buyer's choice of powdercoat color, or wet paint for a $200 upcharge (circa 2010). jim m walnut creek, ca On Friday, March 19, 2021 at 8:57:32 PM UTC-7 Jim M. wrote: > I'm kinda partial to mine, painted by Rick at D&D. I

[RBW] Re: Looking for the Riv Reader article on Triangulation

2021-03-23 Thread Jim M.
There's an article called "Trusses" in RR 32 by Kevin Moore, a structural engineer. If you need a copy let me know. jim m walnut creek, ca On Monday, March 22, 2021 at 4:49:18 PM UTC-7 Joe Bernard wrote: > Look way back, it's in one of the first ones. In fact

[RBW] Re: Looking for the Riv Reader article on Triangulation

2021-03-23 Thread Jim M.
21 at 12:56:40 PM UTC-7 Jim M. wrote: > >> There's an article called "Trusses" in RR 32 by Kevin Moore, a structural >> engineer. If you need a copy let me know. >> >> jim m >> walnut creek, ca >> >> >> On Monday, March 22, 2021

Re: [RBW] Fattest Tire on a QB?

2021-03-31 Thread Jim M.
h the tires. I'm sure it looks great. jim m walnut creek -- 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...@googlegro

[RBW] Re: Any former paper boys (or girls) on this list?

2021-09-08 Thread Jim M.
subscription price ($1.50 per month, iirc). The route let me save up for my first 10-speed, a Schwinn Continental, which was used by me until it got stolen when I was a young adult. jim m walnut creek, ca On Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at 8:33:39 AM UTC-7 Lefebeaver wrote: > I delivered paper

[RBW] Re: If you have a minute, please read this

2011-03-02 Thread Jim M.
tizing the situation, though it wouldn't surprise me if he delivered the news personally. If you consider Wang's financial troubles, and his corrupt history as CEO of Computer Associates, I'd say it's disturbing that he would come out of this merger with 2/3 of Smile Train's a

[RBW] Re: Lay-aways

2011-03-03 Thread Jim M.
I stopped by RBW today. Keven said the 1st 2 lay-aways have been reserved. One's a Simpleone and the other is a Hilsen. Neither are mine. I'd go for a Hunq probably. And on the topic of worst sellers, after Grant wrote that post, the Grab Bags sold out. jim m wc ca -- You received th

[RBW] Re: Smile Train Update -- Merger Cancelled

2011-03-07 Thread Jim M.
For those following the story, the NY Times reports today that the merger is off: http://www.nytimes.com/2011/03/07/business/07charity.html?_r=1&scp=1&sq=smile%20train&st=cse jim m wc ca On Mar 6, 10:26 am, bicyclebill wrote: > John, > > No offense taken, so no apology n

[RBW] Re: Grant refers to this helmet guy for some reason

2011-03-18 Thread Jim M.
stop. I carefully drilled a small hole in the stem and, voila, a cable stop. jim m wc ca -- 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 fr

[RBW] Re: simpleone

2011-03-21 Thread Jim M.
My QB still has the double front because I've been too busy to simplify it. On back I have a 16 freewheel on one side and a 16 fixed on the other, so I don't really use the manual shifting much. jim m wc ca On Mar 21, 6:35 pm, jandrews_nyc wrote: > Does anyone know why it's not

[RBW] Re: Moustache Friendly Handlebar/Rando bag Suggestions...

2011-03-24 Thread Jim M.
I think the bar tube is a low-cost option works well with m-bars. It straps on close to the stem, which is not a very useable hand position with mustache bars. Here's my older, non-vegan version on my Qbeam: http://www.flickr.com/photos/20986098@N04/2041112320/ jim m wc ca On Mar 24, 9:

[RBW] Re: FS: Carradice Bike Bureau, Rivendell Ribbit Brakes

2011-04-02 Thread Jim M.
I'll take the bike bureau if it's still available. Thanks, Jim On Apr 2, 6:32 am, Justin August wrote: > Hi guys- > Selling a couple things. > Carradice Bike Bureau - 50 bucks. Right side version. > Bought used on here for the same price I believe. It's good, works > fine - just not what I need

[RBW] Re: Rivendell chicas

2011-04-04 Thread Jim M.
Nice to hear. Too bad they don't post their reports here. Are we that scary? jim m wc ca On Apr 2, 7:36 pm, Anne Paulson wrote: > On the Cinderella Classic today, my Roadeo didn't feel all alone among > all those carbon fiber thingies. I saw three Rambouillets and a > b

[RBW] Re: Which retro derailleur for a Bombadil?

2011-04-06 Thread Jim M.
I put an XC Pro from a '91 MB-1 on my '87 MB-1 and it shifts great. I also have Suntour Cyclones on a pair of old Treks that both work well. And, come to think of it, I have a Superbe RD that I plan on using for something. I like the old Suntour and they've always worked great for m

[RBW] Flickr Legola group

2011-04-12 Thread Jim M.
Martin started a Legolas group here: http://www.flickr.com/groups/legolas/members/ Only 3 lonely Legolas (Legoli?) so far, including the only 2 copper colored ones. How about adding some more pics, or are Legolas owners too bashful, too busy riding? jim m wc ca -- You received this message

[RBW] Re: Flickr Legola group

2011-04-13 Thread Jim M.
I thought it was closer to 100 because, IIRC, there was a 2nd run. Now I'll have to check. jim m wc ca On Apr 13, 10:09 am, CycloFiend wrote: > on 4/12/11 1:38 PM, Jim M. at mather...@gmail.com wrote: > > I think on a percentage basis, that could be a pretty significant number

[RBW] Re: Flickr Legola group

2011-04-15 Thread Jim M.
s slightly heavier at .7/.5/.7 vs .65/.45/65 for the Roadeo. Yeah, I was surprised by how light those tubes are too. jim m wc ca On Apr 14, 10:01 am, CycloFiend wrote: > on 4/13/11 1:03 PM, Jim M. at mather...@gmail.com wrote: > > > I thought it was closer to 100 because, IIRC, th

[RBW] Re: new tool rolls

2011-04-15 Thread Jim M.
I stopped by and picked one up today. Olive is now gone, but they have some left in grid grey. jim m wc ca On Apr 14, 12:16 pm, William wrote: > But the Olive ones are available now.  Now I can bag match!  Woohoo! > > On Apr 13, 6:17 pm, Leslie wrote: > > > Dang, the khak

[RBW] Re: Flickr Legola group

2011-04-15 Thread Jim M.
Here's the correct link to the group pics: http://www.flickr.com/groups/legolas/pool/ -- 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, s

[RBW] Re: Flickr Legola group

2011-04-16 Thread Jim M.
On Apr 16, 9:06 am, Mojo wrote: > Thanks for the info Jim. So now they are measuring tube thickness to > the nearest 0.05 mm? Really? Mark showed me the spec sheet sent to the builder and that was what it said. On Apr 16, 7:39 am, Michael_S wrote: > so what are tubing thicknesses for the Ram,

[RBW] Re: Any Plans For A New RBW Wool Jeresy?

2011-04-19 Thread Jim M.
For a while RBW said they couldn't find a good source but the last time I asked, they said they found a supplier and there will be a new one. On Apr 19, 7:15 am, Larry Powers wrote: > I know that this list is monitored by certain people at RBW so I am posting > this here.  Are there any plans

[RBW] Re: Rivbike.com seems to be down

2011-04-19 Thread Jim M.
It's back up: http://assets.rivbike.com/images/products/full//4058/50-740c.jpg On Apr 19, 8:44 am, Philip Williamson wrote: > Rats! I wanted to see the slimey green! > > 8:43am, 4-19-11http://www.downforeveryoneorjustme.com/http://www.rivbike.com/ > >  Philip > >  Philip Williamsonwww.bike

[RBW] Re: Yesterday's Ride to Napa

2011-04-24 Thread Jim M.
Cool video as always, Eric! Are you going to shoot the PBP too? On Apr 24, 5:29 pm, Eric Norris wrote: > http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UUPACr9YUpU&sns=em > > --Eric Nwww.Campyonly.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To po

[RBW] Re: Creeper Trail jaunt

2011-04-25 Thread Jim M.
Nice write-up! Sounds to me like you're ready for the metric. Maybe start snacking earlier to avoid the bonk. jim m wc ca On Apr 24, 8:27 pm, Leslie wrote: > I took Friday off to go for a ride, but the weather wasn't quite > pleasant that day, but promised to be better.  (For

[RBW] Re: Which Riv for..... ???

2011-05-02 Thread Jim M.
mpaign=Feed%3A+blogspot%2FbCPdD+%28Vera%29 I'm really happy with my 2 Rivs but I'm happy with my non-Riv's too. Now if they really made the Sauron that Sheldon Brown created, I'd get another Riv. ;-) jim m wc ca On May 2, 8:51 pm, Leslie wrote: > Okay, this evening I was b

[RBW] Re: Which Riv for..... ???

2011-05-03 Thread Jim M.
Sauron link: http://www.sheldonbrown.com/nanodrive/rivendell-sauron.jpg On May 2, 9:54 pm, "Jim M." wrote: > Now if they really made the Sauron that Sheldon Brown created, I'd get > another Riv.  ;-) > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Go

[RBW] Re: bars for a simpleone?

2011-05-05 Thread Jim M.
have their good points, but I always come back to Salsa Bell Lap cyclocross bars. I also have a long torso and relatively short legs. I'd suggest that if you haven't found drop bars you like, it's probably a fit issue and not a bar issue. QB/Simpleone's are great bikes. Enjoy!

[RBW] Re: Inquiry re Sagging Selle AnAtomica

2011-05-23 Thread Jim M.
My S.A. stretched over 3 months of riding until I had the tension bolt extended to its maximum, at which point it stabilized. (I weigh 220 fwiw). It's certainly thinner leather than any Brooks or Ideale I've seen. I'm amazed that you have one that hasn't stretched. My experience is typical from eve

[RBW] Re: 2011 San Francisco Randonneurs Populaires!

2011-06-03 Thread Jim M.
I'm out of town in June but I'll make October 1st. And then, I hope, a 200k, 300k, and the LRL next year. jim m On Jun 2, 3:29 pm, RonLau wrote: > JimG posted this on FB and I am copying this here.  If you have time, > please join us.  Going to be a fun ride. > > "M

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