Re: [RBW] Re: sks longboard fenders on a romulus

Thanks for posting the pics, Seth, and the video link, too (haven't watched it yet, but it's bookmarked). Those fenders look like they'll provide much better coverage than the regular sks jobs. Nice bike, by the way! lyle On 12 June 2011 17:09, Seth Vidal wrote: > On Sun, Jun 12, 2011 at 7:16 P

Re: [RBW] New A. Homer Hilsen Owner

Gorgeous! Thanks for sharing the pics! On 16 June 2011 15:26, Fuz wrote: > Pics here: > http://www.flickr.com/photos/ediblestarfish/sets/72157626971753428/ > > I'm a local to RBW (live in the same city), just dropped in one day on > a Saturday, two months later, here it is. :D > > Too bad it's

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

Man, that's nice! I don't *need* one, but I sure do want one! Enjoy and don't forget ride reports with lotsa pics :) lyle On 2 July 2011 21:02, Geoff wrote: > Hi, > > Summer is finally in full force, here in Northern California, and I've been > loving my new Hunqapillar! What a great bike! Th

Re: [RBW] It's like having a brand new bike!

That is a lovely bike! Very nicely done! On Tuesday, 10 September 2013, SMP wrote: > Hello bunch, > > I had posed some questions a few weeks ago, as I had planned a few > upgrades to my Riv mixte. > > 1) Should I get a Gotham Cargo Crate or a Mark's Rack + Wald > basket?

Re: [RBW] Saddlebags vs Revelate bags

Hi Anne, I'm coming to this discussion rather late, but your most recent query leads me to ask if you've looked at the rig set-ups on bikepacking.net? One specific rig might be "yamric's fargo 2 configuration." There are multiple photos and a list of whatall is in each bag. Thanks to all who've sh

Re: [RBW] FS: 1985 Trek 720 -- Pics

Hey Bob, that is a beautiful Trek! I cannot justify another touring bike, given the Atlantis in my life, but those pics reminded me of the Trek 720 I had back then and it was a delight to ride, fully loaded or stripped down. Thanks for sharing the pics! I hope you find a buyer soon! Cheers! lyle

[RBW] Re: [BOB] Does anybody else.....

I've no desk, but I would. . . as it is I keep a little bottle of white lightning (chain lube, really!) in my seat bag, just in case. lyle On 3 June 2010 09:57, Joe Bartoe wrote: > > > keep a bottle of lubricant in their desk in case their chain needs a little > somethin' somethin' when you get

Re: [RBW] Stolen Atlantis: Santa Fe, NM

Aw, man, I hope it shows up soon! On 20 April 2012 09:00, René Sterental wrote: > Hope you find it soon! > > > On Friday, April 20, 2012, beckertronix wrote: > >> Hey all, >> >> Sadly my Atlantis went missing last night from the front of my house >> Apr 19-20 in Santa Fe, NM. If yall - especi

Re: [RBW] Pedalin, Paddlin and Tinkerin (marginally OT)

Looks like a nice outing! Is that a home-brew kid carrier on the rear rack? Looks like foot pegs and a little place to sit. Cheers! lyle PS: boat pics are always a nice addition--I'll be posting some after I finish building the wooden trailer for bicyle-hauling my boat. On 29 May 2012 15:20, A

Re: [RBW] Help! Convince me to buy (or not buy) this Atlantis!

All I'm going to say is that I really (really, really) love my Atlantis. . . wouldn't trade it for any other bike ;) Good Luck! lyle On 27 June 2012 00:29, The Cripler wrote: > Ok. So here is the situation. I have been looking for an Atlantis for a > while. Well I guess looking isn't the right

Re: [RBW] Re: Help! Convince me to buy (or not buy) this Atlantis!

Congratulations! Hope you put many miles on it! lyle On 28 June 2012 15:01, The Cripler wrote: > Hey everbody! So I pulled the trigger this morning and am now an owner of > a Rivendell Atlantis! My wife thanks you...well, those weren't her exact > words but...we won't go ther :) > > I tried to

Re: [RBW] Anyone experienced with back surgery?

Hi Christopher, Congratulations on a successful back surgery! Don't be too harsh on your health provider: research shows that a "successful" outcome (i.e., resolution of back pain, radicular symptoms, restoration of function) is a 50/50 proposition. The typical healing time for these things is a

Re: [RBW] Re: DT shifter issues

For what it's worth, I use bar-end Silver Shifters and get the front-derailleur-rubbing-issue when out of the saddle climbing on my Atlantis. I can look down and watch the frame flex as I do this if it's a very steep hill. Sometimes I'll remember to pre-adjust the shifter lever before I begin a cli

Re: [RBW] Hooks for pannier conversion

Hey Patrick, Check out Jandd. I've done business with them before and they're great. I converted a pair of old (1920s?) canvas Irish rucksacks into panniers and used Jandd hooks and bungies; worked well. http://www.jandd.com/search_results.asp?customSearch=1&sortOrder=ASC&iLevel=2&txtsearchParamC

Re: [RBW] Re: On carbs, tubby tummies, and sugary sports drinks

I gave up on "sports drinks" long ago. On long rides, I'll usually carry a bottle of water and a bottle of strong-as-death Irish breakfast tea. Usually, for rides under 2 hours, I won't carry anything at all unless it is really nasty hot and humid. Instead of goo-packs, I like apples or sectioned o

Re: [RBW] Re: The new Atlantis coming together

Oh, that's coming together nicely. Keep us updated with pics! Cheers! lyle On 17 July 2012 12:17, Mike wrote: > Your Atlantis looks beautiful. Looks like all the contact points lined up > for a good fit while keeping a nice Riv aesthetic. Be sure to update us > with photos of it in the wild. >

Re: [RBW] Re: On carbs, tubby tummies, and sugary sports drinks

Wow! Patrick, I haven't thought about Switchel in eons! We used to drink that a lot back when I was a kid and working on dairy farms back home in Vermont. I think I'm going to have to make a batch! Cheers! lyle On 17 July 2012 14:09, Patrick in VT wrote: > On Monday, July 16, 2012 7:19:32 PM U

[RBW] wouldn't it be nice. . .

>From today's NY Times: http://www.nytimes.com/2012/07/18/world/europe/in-denmark-pedaling-to-work-on-a-superhighway.html?pagewanted=2&_r=1&hp&pagewanted=all Cheers! lyle -- lyle f bogart dpt 156 bradford rd wiscasset, me 04578 207.882.6494 206.794.6937 -- You received this message because

Re: [RBW] Re: wouldn't it be nice. . .

"There is currently no money to extend the path. Any talk of doing so is immediately met with the vitrolic nay-sayers complaining about the socialist bikers. . ." Yeah, Matthew, I think that's what I was most impressed by: the mindset behind the ongoing expansion/prioritisation of cycling. The who

Re: [RBW] Re: Maximum Heart Rate

Hey Patrick, Declan did my physiologic testing, too. . . I took an exercise phys class with him before I went to PT school. He is a very knowledgeable guy. I wasn't aware that he'd co-authored that book. Cheers! lyle On 18 July 2012 09:33, Patrick in VT wrote: > > On Tuesday, July 17, 2012 7:

Re: [RBW] Re: Help me decide. Which bike to put these White Industries cranks on.

Amit wrote: Bubba, Put the White Industry cranks on the Black Mountain and the Ritchey cranks on the Homer! I agree! Cheers! lyle On 19 July 2012 19:40, Amit Singh wrote: > Bubba, > > Put the White Industry cranks on the Black Mountain and the Ritchey > cranks on the Homer! > > > On Jul 19,

Re: [RBW] Wool socks

+1 on the Darn Toughs. Wonderful socks... On Thursday, 12 December 2013, Nancy Seibel wrote: > Darn Tough socks, made in Vermont. They are great and come with a lifetime > guarantee. > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > T

Re: [RBW] Re: Sew own frame bags?

Hi Anne, A Stephen S said, the DIY forum on bikepacking is the way to go. I've seen multiple postings with very specific details regarding fabric, dimensions, different bag-frame mounting techniques and the like, Good luck and keep us posted with your progress on this. Cheers! lyle On Mon, Ja

Re: [RBW] School me on wool...

Michael, I wear mostly wool when I'm riding (or running, or rowing, or whatever) and, no, the clothing does not need to be cycling specific. My wool cycling trousers are my wool rowing trousers. Wear what you will. . . I recently cycled around the west of Ireland for a week and wore a regular wool

Re: [RBW] Re: Helmet recommendations

Hey Joe, Hope you're mending well from the crash. . . This is not the least expensive helmet, but also not the priciest: http://bernunlimited.com/shop/bike/allston-440.html I have one. It's very light, very well ventilated, has removable liners (general, summer, winter) and the visor is useful

Re: [RBW] Second Annual Birthday Ride

Nice report and Happy Soon-to-be Birthday! I must say, no longer living in Vermont, I do miss the Gap rides! Cheers! lyle On Monday, August 25, 2014, Michael Hechmer wrote: > As I approach 70 (10/15) I am no longer looking for mountains to climb, > neither in life nor on the bike. But once a

Re: [RBW] Re: Atlantis as touring bike: best choice?

I have an Atlantis and have used it for all manner of riding (except attempts at land speed records ;-) ) but I've not yet done a true "loaded tour". I have loaded the bike down quite considerably and hauled stuff around. I can say without equivocation that the Atlantis offers a far more comfortabl

Re: [RBW] Re: Losing Bike weight vs. Rider weight. Which one more effectively makes you go faster?

Michael, I must come down on the side of decreasing rider weight whenever possible, provided one is keeping within healthy parameters. If one loses weight through exercise & proper diet, then one should also be stronger and fitter for it and this will further improve performance on the bike. I thi

Re: [RBW] Re: Atlantis as touring bike: best choice?

ment effects of the heavy, stiff tires by running at quite low pressures. I've just acquired a set of 38c Barlow Pass tires and will be test riding those in the next couple of days. On Sun, May 11, 2014 at 3:45 PM, Steve Palincsar wrote: > On 05/11/2014 06:11 PM, Lyle Bogart wrote: >

Re: [RBW] Extreme Exercize

Thanks for posting that, Michael. There's indeed a growing body of evidence that strongly suggests or links high endurance activities to a number of cardiac/cardiovascular pathologies with atrial fibrillation being the most prevalent pathology. Interesting there are some studies which suggest the

Re: [RBW] Extreme Exercize

Ooops! I had intended to include this link: http://www.opposingviews.com/i/diseased-heart-or-athlete-s-heart-sometimes-they-look-strangely-similar Very clear and concise, I thought. Good links within, too. lyle On 26 January 2012 07:35, Lyle Bogart wrote: > Thanks for posting that, Mich

Re: [RBW] Extreme Exercize

In the research I've been looking at, one of the points left unclear to me is how much is too much. In certain of the studies, the subjects are elite road cyclist, ultra-runners, or elite nordic ski racers. In others, the subjects are referred to as "long-time endurance exercisers" which is, to me,

Re: [RBW] Atlantis vs. Sam

Wouldn't trade my Atlantis for any other bike. Cheers! lyle On 4 February 2012 19:17, murphyjrfk wrote: > i know it tends to be a different comparison, given the price and all. > but let's assume the price is the same. i can't decide. at all. and > price is an issue but still wanna compare. >

Re: [RBW] Two Atlanti going to the 'Bay.

Oddly, it looks faster than my green Atlantis. . . On 8 February 2012 16:09, James Warren wrote: > Ain't nothin' like a red Atlantis! > > > > > -Original Message- > From: Elton Pope-Lance ** > Sent: Feb 8, 2012 11:25 AM > To: BOB iBOB List **, List RBW ** > Subject: [RBW] Two Atlanti go

Re: [RBW] East Coast Rivendells / BOBs

Hey Joe, Come on up to mid-coast Maine! There's at least two Riv riders up here (me and my wife!) but I see lots of folks out on steel rides. . . pretty country here. Cheers! lyle On 13 February 2012 23:20, Joe K wrote: > So many of the posts here cite Riv gatherings and sightings on the > We

[RBW] longevity

http://www.nytimes.com/reuters/2012/02/17/sports/cycling/17reuters-cycling-hour-1.html?hp -- lyle f bogart dpt 156 bradford rd wiscasset, me 04578 207.882.6494 206.794.6937 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this g

Re: [RBW] Re: longevity

Good article. I got a chuckle out of reading about Marchand's > experience getting used to the track after not have been on one in 75 > years. It's too bad they didn't take any pictures of this guy. I sure > hope to still be cycling when I hit 100! > > On Feb 17, 8:3

Re: [RBW] Aussie tights? Alternatives?

I like the Sport Hill XC pant; I'm pretty sure Peter White sells them. Cheers! lyle On 20 February 2012 10:53, PATRICK MOORE wrote: > Has anyone (male) used the Aussie tights ( > http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/ab4.htm) over regular underwear? Are > they decent or are they unstructured and th

Re: [RBW] How many full growlers will an Acorn boxy random bag hold?

well, now that I know the answer to that, I'll probably get one :) On 20 February 2012 13:17, Ryan Ray wrote: > Two! > > http://www.flickr.com/photos/ryanrray/6897492167/in/photostream > > Handling wasn't exactly crisp but I got to the work meeting from Fremont > Brewing with two full growlers i

Re: [RBW] Just got a Soma San Marcos

Congratulations! That's a really nice looking bike--enjoy! lyle On 13 March 2012 10:56, PatKendall wrote: > I am delighted to say that I just purchased my first Rivendell > bicycle. Dick Denning and his father, Dick Senior, with the Country > Bike Shop, Celina, Ohio, met me part way (I live in

Re: [RBW] Re: Commuting home on the Saluki raises bike etiquette question!

Like Patrick, I will always pull as far to the left as I safely can and, if I hear a vehicle come up from behind, will make eye contact and motion they're free to make a right. When the light changes, I get through as quickly as possible and move rightward. Cheers! lyle On 21 March 2012 14:29, J

Re: [RBW] AHH or Rodeo?

I suggest erring on the side of versatility. lyle On 4 April 2012 14:35, Peter Morgano wrote: > San Marcos and save some cash? > > > On Tue, Apr 3, 2012 at 8:01 PM, Duplomacette wrote: > >> I'm seriously considering adding another Riv to my small stable of >> bikes. I currently own a Sam and I

Re: [RBW] Re: Slightly OT: Cajun music: Starters.

Hey Patrick, Try this link: http://www.folkways.si.edu/searchresults.aspx?sPhrase=Cajun&sType=cat Whenever I'm looking for something perhaps not quite mainstream (a Rivendellian tie-in) this is where I first look. Of course, you can sample each cut here (as you can in many places). Cheers! lyl

Re: [RBW] Knee trouble

Hi Shawn, I've treated many patients who've undergone full or partial knee replacements. The outcome is generally excellent and should not adversely affect your cycling in the least. Try to make sure that you receive your physical therapy from a PT familiar with the demands of cycling (and who wil

Re: [RBW] Re: SimpleOne

" I further state, asseverate, insist, proclaim, announce and assert that fixed gears can certainly be wonderfully practical errand and commuter bikes!" I agree, absolutely. lyle On 10 April 2012 15:51, PATRICK MOORE wrote: > For me, the most appealing thing about riding fixed -- and I am, for

Re: [RBW] Introduction

Welcome! I agree with Bob--that's a fine looking Hillborne! Cheers! lyle On 3 March 2013 15:14, Robert Harrison wrote: > Welcome! You'll find a wealth of information and plenty of support around > here, I know I have. > > That's a sweet looking bike and I love the M-bars. I had them on my > Qu

Re: [RBW] Work Shop Advice II

Hey George, While I do not have the wall mount (mine's going on a very heavy work bench; bench-top height of 32"), I would recommend mounting it at the same height you find most comfortable with your stand-alone bike stand. And, as Patrick wrote, pics when the shop is done :) Cheers! lyle On 4

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 64/66cm Orange Ram

Oh, very nice. . . and my size. . . must. . . resist. . . Cheers! lyle On 7 March 2013 18:20, Ryan Ray wrote: > Settled on $1400 plus shipping but I'm going to hold it for a local guy > this weekend. I'll bump the post Monday if he doesn't pick it up. > > - Ryan > > > > > > On Thursday, Ma

Re: [RBW] First commute on fixed SO

David, Congratulations on your foray into fixed gear riding! As Patrick mentioned, climbing is fun on a fixed gear--I don't know why, but it really is--but I must say I don't mind the downhills. I've had some pretty ferocious spins going in the past but, if I try to actually keep up with the pedal

Re: [RBW] Re: London Mayor makes Grantesque statement when announcing new cycling infrastructure push

Love it! De-Lycrafy. . . what a lovely notion! Cheers! lyle On 12 March 2013 10:18, Montclair BobbyB wrote: > Brilliant! Perhaps we shall see more tweed jackets and bowler hats on > bicycle ? > > > On Tuesday, March 12, 2013 9:45:10 AM UTC-4, Matthew J wrote: >> >> For those who do not also s

Re: [RBW] Re: “Paleofantasy”: Stone Age delusions - Is Grant Eating the Wrong Stuff?

"Doesnt anyone have a spring first ride report?" My ten year old daughter does! Well, that is, if starting to commute by bike from home to school to the barn (for 4H) to the library and back home counts :-) Cheers! lyle On 13 March 2013 15:58, Peter Morgano wrote: > I think we should abandon t

Re: [RBW] Re: Hi from Kai, Hillborne roller and web enthusiast

Welcome, Kai! Nice bike--I really like that shade of green! Cheers! lyle On 13 March 2013 16:10, Bryan wrote: > Hi, Kai > > I like the stickers and the overall burliness of your Hillborne. Looks > like you actually use the thing! > > Bryan > > -- > You received this message because you are sub

Re: [RBW] New AHH Owner Intro

Welcome & Congratulations, Jack! Cheers! lyle On 16 March 2013 02:13, Brian Hanson wrote: > Congrats, Jack - I hope you enjoy your Homer as much as I have enjoyed > mine! > > Brian > Seattle, WA > > > On Fri, Mar 15, 2013 at 11:08 AM, René Sterental wrote: > >> Ahhh, congratulations no getting

Re: [RBW] Get a Betty Foy, old man

You know, the findings in that study are interesting (though I concede I've not read the actual study yet). Living in the state with the oldest population, I treat a lot of older cyclists. Many of the men have a variety of hip and/or balance issues which make mounting/dismounting their bikes diffic

Re: [RBW] Re: Speaking of Photos. (Kinda off topic)

Manny, I can't really offer any advice beyond that which has been offered by others already, but I will take this opportunity to further compliment you on your photography--I always enjoy the photos you post. The Merry Sales cover shot is fantastic and I also like the one along the Nestucca River R

Re: [RBW] Re: FS 64 cm Atlantis - custom blue

Hi Drew! That is a sweet looking Atlantis! I'm going to second Tony's recommendation to try a set of fat knobby-type tires before parting with that bike. I've extensively used my Atlantis with Schwalbe Marathon XRs (700x40) on the trails and primitive roads on the Navajo Rez in the four corners ar

[RBW] Cycling Education in the Netherlands

Hey All, I know, I know, we're not the Netherlands, but I found this video on cycling education interesting. It really is a shame we've nothing like this here. Cheers! lyle -- lyle f bogart dpt 156 bradford rd wiscasset, me 04578 207.882.6494 206.794.6937 -- You received this message becaus

Re: [RBW] Re: The Rivendell Blues..

h, that's pretty! On 10 April 2013 08:03, qwerty wrote: > Hi, > I recently came across this shade of blue on a Hilsen seen here: > http://www.flickr.com/photos/luvmypwds/3763198868/in/set-72157621864765964 > Must be a custom color, as it doesn't look like any other shade of > Hilsen blue I'

Re: [RBW] Re: Cycling Education in the Netherlands

Tea must've been too weak this morning! http://www.freerangekids.com/just-like-drivers-ed-except-for-younger-kids-bikes/ On 10 April 2013 08:10, Ron Mc wrote: > no link > > > On Wednesday, April 10, 2013 6:05:49 AM UTC-5, LyleBogart{AT}gmail.comwrote: >> >> Hey All, >> >> I know, I know, we're

Re: [RBW] Decent $500-$600 off the shelf bike???

Hey Dustin, How about an Africa Bike? http://www.konaworld.com/bike.cfm?content=africabike_three On 10 April 2013 16:47, Scot Brooks wrote: > Oops, correction they're Town Ride tires 700x42c or 26x1.75 depending on > frame size. > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed

Re: [RBW] A Mini-State O' The List Report - Topic Drift and a Note on Tone

Nicely stated, and thanks for all the work you do! Cheers! lyle On 17 April 2013 02:08, Cyclofiend Jim wrote: > As we make our way out of the winter, I know every one is getting excited > about spring riding. Even in the parts of the world where they have real > winters, things are looking g

Re: [RBW] Re: The last OT Post | Off Topic Group Recommendations

"Aren't we the only Friction Shifting in an Indexing World group?" and a fine group to belong to, I'd say! On 18 April 2013 12:28, Ron Mc wrote: > Aren't we the only Friction Shifting in an Indexing World group? > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

Re: [RBW] Saddle bags...do you leave 'em on or take 'em off when out in public?

I leave mine on for the very reason you've mentioned; I've had no problems so far. As a matter of habit, I don't leave things like the camera or my wallet in it when the bike's unattended for long. Cheers! lyle On 19 April 2013 00:51, Michael wrote: > My carradice is time consuming to take on

Re: [RBW] Re: thoughts on the current state of the "Riv-ish" bicycle marketplace

"I see tons of people on steel bikes with the handlebars up high riding around Burlington, VT." Ah, that's probably thanks to the fine folks at the Old Spokes Home! Great bunch there! Cheers! lyle On 20 April 2013 18:20, Zack wrote: > I am obviously not plugged into the bike store world, but

Re: [RBW] Re: Introduction

Welcome, Takashi! A lovely bike you have there! Thanks for posting the photos. Cheers! lyle On 26 April 2013 11:42, john wrote: > I want to visit Japan! I want to ride everywhere! Especially Hokaido > (sp?). Thanks for sharing photos. Truly inspiring. > > -John > > > On Friday, April 26, 2013

Re: [RBW] Re: Eight Days Around Eastern Oregon

Nice pics, Andy! I sure do miss that area; loved the stained glass at the church! Thanks for posting the pics. . . Cheers! lyle On 29 April 2013 18:29, Manuel Acosta wrote: > I saw these and instantly was jealous! So sweet pictures Andy! > No snow angel? > > -- > You received this message be

Re: [RBW] Crank Length Question

Just remember that if you drop the saddle far enough to reach the pedal on the 180s in the bottom position, you've also raised the pedal in the top position; this might not be the most beneficial from a comfort perspective, a power transmission perspective or a biomechanical/knee stress perspective

Re: [RBW] Re: Not too many people actively posting on this site for such a big amount of Rivs released to the wild over the years.

I am an infrequent poster here, but I must say that I find this list to be an invaluable resource. I think I learn something new every day through this forum; I have very little to offer from a bike-tech perspective but I do typically chime in when someone posts about the various physical aches and

Re: [RBW] Re: Bombadil for self-defense

That is fantastic! On 30 April 2013 15:52, Peter Morgano wrote: > I like how a heavy duty pump could double as a club, hahaha. > > > On Tue, Apr 30, 2013 at 3:49 PM, Michael wrote: > >> Cool page! >>> Notife the ancient ftyle of riding the faddle all the way forward on the >>> railf. forry for

Re: [RBW] Nice to Ride the Bombadil again..

Kelly, that is just a lovely bike! Enjoy. . . On 1 May 2013 14:10, Allingham II, Thomas J wrote: > These should work, Kelly – and they’re great for a whole variety of > uses. http://www.bikebagshop.com/tubus-extension-adapter-p-1030.html > > ** ** > > *From:* rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups

Re: [RBW] Re: Raingear

Deacon, I'm coming late to this thread but I'll add my thoughts anyway. I've used many different shells for a variety of activities such as cycling, running including mountain and trail running, climbing, skiing, and on and on. I've really enjoyed this jacket: http://www.bicycleclothing.com/Waterp

Re: [RBW] Re: Raingear

Deacon, I doubt it's as quiet as a cotton chambray shirt, but it is as quiet as an old 60/40 cotton/nylon jacket I have. I absolutely cannot abide a noisy jacket. . . Cheers! lyle On 9 May 2013 22:16, Deacon Patrick wrote: > Thank you, Lyle. Could you do me a favor and tell me how much noise

Re: [RBW] Re: Betty Foy and Red Brooks

Welcome, Leah! Ooooh, go red! And I'm not a matchy person (as my socks will attest!) but I think a red brooks on a Betty would look great. . . plus your dad needs a different saddle, right? :-) Cheers! lyle On 11 May 2013 12:33, René Sterental wrote: > Go red! Objective advice from someone w

Re: [RBW] Dry bag packing atop Nitto Rack

Hi Andrew, I use dry bags quite often and like them a lot--they're typically quite sturdy. The only thing to remember is that they're waterproof from within and without so don't pack away any damp or wet items in there. . . Have a great trip; where are you going? Cheers! lyle On 14 May 2013 22

Re: [RBW] Perspective

:-) that is just awesome. . . Lyle F Bogart DPT 156 Bradford Rd Wiscasset, ME 04578 207.882.6494 206.794.6937 On 1 August 2013 11:07, LeahFoy wrote: > I promised my little boys a bike ride in the cooler hours of a hot Nevada > day. My 7 yr old is SO proud of his new Specialized Hotrock in 24

Re: [RBW] Rivs on the Great Divide, was Jamboree

Anne, I've been contemplating riding the Great Divide for a couple of years now--time has been the big issue--but I will certainly ride either my Atlantis or my Rawland Drakkar (set up very much like the Atlantis, but fixed gear) when I do. I've extensively ridden both bikes over washboards and si

Re: [RBW] Cyclists' legal rights, from a cop magazine: very much worth reading.

Interesting article, Patrick. Thanks for posting it! Cheers! lyle On 1 August 2013 18:52, Patrick Moore wrote: > http://lawandordermag.epubxp.**com/i/144260/54 > > Very much worth reading, and thanks to the boblister who posted it on that > list.

Re: [RBW] Rivs on the Great Divide, was Jamboree

Anne, I will second what D. Patrick wrote regarding the washboard & riding technique. My Atlantis & I have spent considerable time on the washboards in Colorado & Arizona as well as on the cobblestones in Tacoma, Washington. I will say that I find it much easier to find a good riding rhythm on the

Re: [RBW] Do you ride your Rivendell in the winter, or use a beater bike?

The damage from salt and such isn't an issue until the temperature starts to rise a bit above zero F. Where do you ride at? When in doubt, a simple rinse of the bike with not-very-high-presure water will keep her from rusting on you. You might also give the bike a protective pre-season coat of car

Re: [RBW] Do you ride your Rivendell in the winter, or use a beater bike?

Correction: "temperature starts to rise a bit above zero F. . . " should read "much above freezing (32 degrees F) . . " and, yes, I ride my atlantis in the winter. . . Chers! lyle On 8 August 2012 19:07, Lyle Bogart wrote: > The damage from salt and such isn't an

Re: [RBW] Re: Do you friction or indexed?

Like Jim, I am also at two bikes. One is friction shifting and the other is a fixed gear. My transition back into friction years ago involved the same scenario of indexing gone awry. I now much prefer friction though even that is not as quiet and smooth as fixed :) Cheers! lyle -- lyle f bogart

Re: [RBW] Re: Which headbadge/DT/ST art set do you like best on Rivbikes?

saluki atlantis (probably biased) redwood quickbeam I haven't seen the hunqa head badge in person but it looks pretty nice online :) Cheers! lyle On 13 August 2012 17:11, Peter Morgano wrote: > +1 on saluki. > On Aug 13, 2012 5:03 PM, "tdusky" wrote: > >> Rivendell custom >> >> >> On Monday

Re: [RBW] Re: Altantis almost complete!

Lookin' Good! Cheers! lyle On 16 August 2012 10:32, The Cripler wrote: > > > > On Thursday, August 16, 2012 7:29:52 AM UTC-7, The Cripler wrote: > >> Several weeks back, with the hear

Re: [RBW] Atlantis before and after

Ah, a little TLC goes a long way--she's a beauty! Enjoy logging miles and adventures! Cheers! lyle On 20 August 2012 10:16, The Cripler wrote: > Some pics of my Atlantis as purchased and now as spruced up and completed > (well, completed for now). Nothing left to do but get out and ride some >

Re: [RBW] Mystery Bike Update and Question

Looking good! I must say thay I prefer the former combo to the latter, but either way's a winner. Looking forward to the ride report. Cheers! lyle On 22 August 2012 10:44, Allingham II, Thomas J < thomas.alling...@skadden.com> wrote: > ** > Good news on the Mystery Bike front -- straightened th

Re: [RBW] Lance Armstrong Stripped of Tour de France Titles

Seems inevitable, really, either because Lance *is* guilty of doping or because, by consistently beating others shown to have been doping, he so tested the objectivity of the testing agencies that they could never be happy until they convicted him. I doubt we've heard the last of this, though. . .

Re: [RBW] Re: 50 years since the training wheels came off

Happy Birthday, Jim! I agree with both the "get another bike" and do a "birthday ride" suggestion. I typically do a birthday ride--usually on my Rawland fixed gear--selecting a route that puts me in the vicinity of good food & drink :) Cheers! lyle On 30 August 2012 21:27, lungimsam wrote: > P

Re: [RBW] Re: New "budget" Riv in Summer 2013?

Ha! I'd actually buy that headbadge (but not the TIGged Riv. . . ), presuming the usual gorgeous cloisonné work! On 3 September 2012 18:24, Steve Palincsar wrote: > ** > On Mon, 2012-09-03 at 15:18 -0700, lungimsam wrote: > > *Tig welds!?!?!?* (Rivendell Reader/Brooks Newsletter hits study floor

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivs by city

I've seen exactly two Rivs here in midcoast Maine. . . the Good and the Bad of it is that one is my Atlantis and the second is my wife's Betty! On 7 September 2012 12:03, mike wrote: > > I have seen another Riv in Boulder only once and Boulder has a pretty > active bicycle culture. On a path I

Re: [RBW] FS: 60cm Quickbeam.

That's a fine looking frame. . . lucky for me it's just a tad too small On 6 September 2012 20:02, tragicallyaverage wrote: > FS: 60cm Quickbeam. > > First generation green version with cantilever brakes. I'm 6'3", around a > 93cm pbh and this is too small for me. It's been ridden, has small nic

Re: [RBW] A Minor Modification

Nice work, David! Personally, I'm not a mirror fan but I can certainly appreciate them. How solidly do the zip ties hold the mirror? Is there much vibration out at the mirror end? Cheers! lyle P.S.: Nice Atlantis :) -- lyle f bogart dpt 156 bradford rd wiscasset, me 04578 207.882.6494 206.794

Re: [RBW] A Minor Modification

Thanks for the details. Again, very nice work! cheers! lyle On 9 September 2012 20:16, David T. wrote: > > > On Sunday, September 9, 2012 5:11:09 PM UTC-4, LyleBogart{AT}gmail.comwrote: >> >> Nice work, David! Personally, I'm not a mirror fan but I can certainly >> appreciate them. How solidly

Re: [RBW] Re: Beautiful 68cm Rivendell Bombadil

Amit, that is a beautiful bike! Enjoy the upcoming tour. Cheers! lyle On 13 September 2012 10:24, Tom Harrop wrote: > Wow, that is a nice bike. I wanted that colour scheme too, but it would've > taken too long. > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

Re: [RBW] Re: Bent Fork! Ack !!!

Amit, At worst, it looks as if *maybe* the fork was not squared up when it the steerer tube was fixed to the crown, so I'd imagine that the structural integrity should be fine. If it handles well, I wouldn't worry about it. With the change in rake/trail, it'd be a better front-load carrier than it

Re: [RBW] Re: Rain Gear?

I really like the rain jacket from these folks: http://www.bicycleclothing.com/Waterproof-Breathable-Rain-Jackets.html I've an old pair of rain pants (REI maybe?) but am replacing those this autumn with their rain pants: http://www.bicycleclothing.com/Waterproof-Breathable-Rain-Pants.html Cheer

Re: [RBW] Re: Rain Gear?

That's a good question, Michael! I don't have numeric temperature feedback to give but: when I was living in Tacoma, Washington I would wear the jacket while riding during heavy downpours in the summer and, of course, all winter long. Out here in mid-coast Maine, I can't really wear any jacket in t

Re: [RBW] Headwinds bummer....need tips...

keep your head down, your spirits up, and don't stop pedaling. Cheers! lyle On 22 September 2012 23:33, lungimsam wrote: > Rode to church and back today. I started thinkingIs one of my brakes > dragging? What is going on here? > Then it dawned on me that the wind was blasting in my face o

Re: [RBW] Re: Which bike next....?

Or, just to put out another possibility, how about a Nordavinden or Drakkar2 from Rawland? I have an earlier Drakkar (fixed gear) and am always delighted to ride it. http://rawlandcycles.blogspot.com/ https://plus.google.com/photos/108961230290044866302/albums/5391146948986199089?authkey=CJWL1IOd

Re: [RBW] Re: Which bike next....?

If you check out the Rawland sit, see July 3, 2012 blog entry for some nice shots of the frame details. Cheers! lyle On 23 September 2012 09:09, Lyle Bogart wrote: > Or, just to put out another possibility, how about a Nordavinden or > Drakkar2 from Rawland? I have an earlier Drakkar

Re: [RBW] First commute -- Mystery Bike!

Gorgeous bike! Perhaps I missed it in the previous thread about the build of this, but just how long are those chainstays? There's still a whole lotta bike behind the seat! Cheers! lyle On 25 September 2012 15:06, Allingham II, Thomas J < thomas.alling...@skadden.com> wrote: > ** > Finally got

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