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

2012-09-25 Thread Lyle Bogart
; it, when you point it. So, bottom line seems to be that you get the > benefits that conventional wisdom says you'd get from the long chainstays, > without (at least based on my experience) the downsides. > > -- > *From:* rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroup

Re: [RBW] C&O Allegheny - Trip Starting Sept 29th heading DC to Pittsburgh

2012-09-26 Thread Lyle Bogart
Ah, that sounds nice! Have a great ride--take pics :) cheers! lyle On 26 September 2012 12:07, Kelly wrote: > Amit, and I along with several others are making a trip along the C&O and > then the Allegheny Starting in DC on the afternoon of the 29th and heading > back to our car in Boston Pa. >

Re: [RBW] Winter Shoe Recommendations?

2012-09-30 Thread Lyle Bogart
Hey Shaun, Try a pair of Bean boots: http://www.llbean.com/llb/shop/43351?feat=506796-GN3&page=men-s-l-l-bean-boots-10-shearling-lined&attrValue_0=Brown/Brown&productId=732953 or http://www.llbean.com/llb/shop/33172?feat=506796-GN3&page=men-s-maine-hunting-shoes-10-gore-tex-thinsulate&attrValue

Re: [RBW] Been Thinkin'....

2012-10-03 Thread Lyle Bogart
Indeed, very nicely done! It is a curious thing that this topic can be so volatile. . . and it is a wonderful thing that the discussion did remain as civil as it did. Thanks for all you do keeping the list going, Jim! Cheers! lyle On 3 October 2012 01:26, Cyclofiend Jim wrote: > that if

Re: [RBW] Long Road Home nearing DC

2012-10-03 Thread Lyle Bogart
Pam, thanks for sharing this. . . it is important! Cheers! lyle On 3 October 2012 22:00, pam wrote: > I just wanted to share this group with y'all. I hope it's ok to share > this on this forum. > > From the website : > > htt

Re: [RBW] That Diet and Exercise thing again!

2012-10-06 Thread Lyle Bogart
I learned about Mark Sisson through Grant's writings. After looking into it, it appeared to be a refinement of what I do nutritionally anyway (I don't forego carbs to the extent that Sisson does--can't give up baking my own bread!). I find that the closer I adhere to Sisson's points, the more even

Re: [RBW] That Diet and Exercise thing again!

2012-10-07 Thread Lyle Bogart
"One may look good on the outside and still have a heart attack at 57 due to a lifetime of poor diet choices" and "more likely the natural skinny guy is the one that has the heart attack and the fat guy lives to be 85. What am I trying to say? Its not just what you see on the outside and it may be

Re: [RBW] Your order has shipped...(62cm Hunq)

2012-10-07 Thread Lyle Bogart
That is one fine looking bike! Love the shade of green! Enjoy! Cheers! lyle -- lyle f bogart dpt 156 bradford rd wiscasset, me 04578 207.882.6494 206.794.6937 On 6 October 2012 00:47, Robert F. Harrison wrote: > Hunqementation Chapter 1. > > The Arrival... > > http://www.flickr.com//photos

Re: [RBW] That Diet and Exercise thing again!

2012-10-09 Thread Lyle Bogart
Michael, In the past I've specifically trained for specific atheletic endeavors such as technical rock and ice climbing, marathon running, and olympic-style weightlifting. In those days, training occurred at a high intensity, often for hours on end, daily. In technical climbing and the sport of we

Re: [RBW] That Diet and Exercise thing again!

2012-10-09 Thread Lyle Bogart
The "DPT" after my name is officially for doctor of physical therapy, but in the real world it signified "Damned Poor Typist". this: ". . . looked at 5 body fat of elite. . . " should be ". . . looked at % body fat of elite. . . " Sheesh. . . lyle On

Re: [RBW] That Diet and Exercise thing again!

2012-10-10 Thread Lyle Bogart
"the problem for alot of us is we are in a society that demands we work 50 hours a week and keep up a working family unit AND look great all the time and just something has to give" +1 On 10 October 2012 10:04, Peter Morgano wrote: > All good points but the issues I at least find in my life are

Re: [RBW] Sincere, Non-Argumentative Helmet Question

2012-10-10 Thread Lyle Bogart
I haven't seen any studies on these, but they meet DOT requirements for motorcycle helmets. I just bought my daughter one and I'll end up with one too. http://www.nutcasehelmets.com/ Cheers! lyle On 10 October 2012 16:53, Big Paulie wrote: > Since one of the criticisms of cycling helmets h

Re: [RBW] Sincere, Non-Argumentative Helmet Question

2012-10-10 Thread Lyle Bogart
- David G in SF > > > > On Wed, Oct 10, 2012 at 2:18 PM, Lyle Bogart wrote: > >> I haven't seen any studies on these, but they meet DOT requirements for >> motorcycle helmets. I just bought my daughter one and I'll end up with one >> too. >&g

Re: [RBW] Re: Sincere, Non-Argumentative Helmet Question

2012-10-10 Thread Lyle Bogart
My daughter, soon to be eleven, picked this one: http://www.nutcasehelmets.com/collections/street/super_solid/blackish I must say I was hoping she'd pick something a touch brighter, "but dad, the black will go with anything!" Oh well. . . my son, who is turning 8 soon wants this one: http://www

Re: [RBW] Marginally OT

2012-10-16 Thread Lyle Bogart
Now *that* is a very classy looking ride! And Beechwood rims to boot! Very nicely done, Sir! Be careful though: riding fixed is known to be addictive :) Cheers! lyle On 16 October 2012 09:32, Allingham II, Thomas J < thomas.alling...@skadden.com> wrote: > OK, I know this is stretching it, but

Re: [RBW] Marginally OT

2012-10-16 Thread Lyle Bogart
That's just a pretty awesome deal, I think. . . perhaps one day. . . On 16 October 2012 15:55, Allingham II, Thomas J < thomas.alling...@skadden.com> wrote: > It was $3,000 for the week, which considering how late Mike worked every > night is a pretty darn good deal. Plus delicious lunches, an

Re: [RBW] Jan and Grant starting a wide tire revolution among racers now?

2012-10-18 Thread Lyle Bogart
H. . . I thought "wider" began at 32mm. . . On 18 October 2012 11:49, lungimsam wrote: > Even race frames are being changed to accomodate wider tires now?!?!?! > http://www.roadbikerider.com/ask-coach-fred > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "

Re: [RBW] Jan and Grant starting a wide tire revolution among racers now?

2012-10-18 Thread Lyle Bogart
ners-bunch@googlegroups.com [rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] > on behalf of Lyle Bogart [lylebog...@gmail.com] > Sent: Thursday, October 18, 2012 1:10 PM > To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com > Subject: Re: [RBW] Jan and Grant starting a wide tire revolution among > racers now?

Re: [RBW] Jan and Grant starting a wide tire revolution among racers now?

2012-10-18 Thread Lyle Bogart
ing, > Marc > > From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] > on behalf of Lyle Bogart [lylebog...@gmail.com] > Sent: Thursday, October 18, 2012 1:46 PM > To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com > Subject: Re: [RBW] Jan and

Re: [RBW] Jan and Grant starting a wide tire revolution among racers now?

2012-10-19 Thread Lyle Bogart
I agree, Steve. Fast, supple, puncture resistant. . . that'd be delightful. On 19 October 2012 12:11, Steve Palincsar wrote: > On Fri, 2012-10-19 at 08:59 -0700, Jan Heine wrote: > > When you look at our tire first tests, the three fastest tires > > measured 24, 25 and 38 mm wide. The slowest ti

Re: [RBW] A Simple Card

2012-10-23 Thread Lyle Bogart
Jim, thanks for passing this along, and Grant, thanks for the post card idea. I went through the process of my wife dying from breast cancer and, yes, even the simplest things would serve to lift her spirits. I'm treating a patient now who has been an avid cyclist and is in the late stages of parki

Re: [RBW] Re: A Simple Card

2012-10-24 Thread Lyle Bogart
Oh, that'll be wonderful--great idea! On 24 October 2012 16:34, wrote: > My class of 2nd graders will be writing a whole bundle tomorrow. > > -J > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To view this discussion on the web vis

Re: [RBW] How many Rivendell bicycles have you owned?

2012-10-30 Thread Lyle Bogart
I have but one, and I consider myself a rich man for it! A 61cm Atlantis. My darlin' wife has a Betty. Cheers! lyle On 30 October 2012 15:55, Michael wrote: > I'll start: 1 > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To view

Re: [RBW] New wrap

2012-11-05 Thread Lyle Bogart
Looks great, Brian! I've been thinking about putting a harlequin wrap on the bars on my atlantis. . . keep us posted on the video :) Cheers! lyle On 5 November 2012 03:28, Brian Hanson wrote: > http://flic.kr/s/aHsjCHBVin > > Here are some pics of a harlequin (diamond) wrap I did on the 42cm N

Re: [RBW] Re: 1 bike? Could you do it?

2013-01-23 Thread Lyle Bogart
An interesting thread. . . I've an Atlantis which is almost The Perfect Bike for me and I've also an early fixed-gear-only version of a Rawland Drakkar. If the Atlantis had the capacity to become a fixed gear with a simple swap o' the wheel it would be The Perfect Bike. . . perhaps I should have t

Re: [RBW] Re: 1 bike? Could you do it?

2013-01-23 Thread Lyle Bogart
Jim, How could I have forgotten about that?! Embarrassing!! Thanks for the reminder--the Atlantis just got that much closer to The Perfect Bike :-) Cheers! lyle On 23 January 2013 12:38, Jim Mather wrote: > On Wed, Jan 23, 2013 at 4:46 AM, Lyle Bogart wrote: > >If the Atlanti

Re: [RBW] Re: Tip for riding in the rain with eye glasses...

2013-01-24 Thread Lyle Bogart
+1 on Rain-X. On 24 January 2013 18:26, Charlie wrote: > I do not ride in the rain. > BUT : Just read about wearing sun glassea to see better when driving a > car in the rain. and try Rain-X on the glassses, used to use it on > racecar helmet shields in the rain.SportsCarClub of America = SCCA >

Re: [RBW] Roadeo pictures

2013-02-04 Thread Lyle Bogart
Toshi, that is a lovely bike! Enjoy! lyle On 4 February 2013 11:58, Toshi Takeuchi wrote: > Kojaks feel good on this frameset. They didn't feel quite right on the > Ram for some reason. I have an event wheelset with Grand Bois Cypres > tires, but haven't tried them on this bike yet. > > Toshi

Re: [RBW] A bike to grow old with?

2013-02-15 Thread Lyle Bogart
Greetings Mark! I'll second Jim W's recommendation of the Atlantis. I have one and can't imagine I'll ever part with it. In fact, when I was in the selection process leading up to the Atlantis, my primary criterion was "the only bike I'll ever need." That said, I really enjoy riding my wife's (too

Re: [RBW] Re: Sunday: wind, sand, sun, cold.

2013-02-25 Thread Lyle Bogart
Nice pics, Patrick--makes me miss being in Chinle, AZ where I developed an affinity for deep sand and goatheads :) I've got to move back to the 'Rez someday. . . Cheers! lyle On 25 February 2013 09:29, PATRICK MOORE wrote: > Sorry, try it now: > https://picasaweb.google.com/BERTIN753/NORTHOFAL

Re: [RBW] Gee Whiz UPS

2011-07-20 Thread Lyle Bogart
Anticipation definitely slows time. It was that way as I anticipated the delivery of my Atlantis. . . remember to post lotsa pics :) lyle On 20 July 2011 16:03, Scotty wrote: > My new Hilsen has been on the truck "Out For Delivery" since 7:00 this > morning. Got my camera ready, my tools laid o

Re: [RBW] Rivendell official bicycle carrying machine

2011-07-26 Thread Lyle Bogart
THAT is a thing of beauty! On 26 July 2011 18:01, PATRICK MOORE wrote: > https://picasaweb.google.com/BERTIN753/BIKESMISCELLANEA#5633778760726969778 > > 602cc of massive torque to move its Hummer-like 755 kg. Makes a > chuffing noise like a Model T. Can carry 4 bikes upright if alternated > fr/r

Re: [RBW] Test

2011-07-28 Thread Lyle Bogart
seems to have worked. On 28 July 2011 09:33, Rene Sterental wrote: > I've been trying to post twice without success. > > Rene > > Sent from my iPhone 4 > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To post to this group, send ema

Re: [RBW] Swift Industries Bags

2011-07-29 Thread Lyle Bogart
that's builtbyswift.com No experience with them, but I do like the look of their pelican porteur bag. . . they look maybe not quite as finely finished as many of the other bags out there, but they do look rugged with some nice design features. Thanks for the heads-up on this company, Eli. lyle O

Re: [RBW] Longboard fenders with Schwalbe Marathon 700x38

2011-08-07 Thread Lyle Bogart
Scotty, On my Atlantis I've run the Schwalbe Marathon Plus 700x38 and currently use the Schwalbe Marathon XR 700x38, both wit the regular SKS fenders (like the look of those longboards!). I also had the benign though annoying rubbing at times. I fixed this by re-bending the strut tabs (the tabs th

Re: [RBW] Vertical weight distribution

2011-08-11 Thread Lyle Bogart
I've always toured/carried loads up high, but I started touring before I'd ever heard of low-riders (were they around in the 70's?). Can't say why I still do except that it feels better than with the load low. I can't really describe it, and I certainly can't quantify it, but with the weight down l

Re: [RBW] High Rocky Place, Mt Diablo Solo S240 on the SimpleOne

2011-08-11 Thread Lyle Bogart
Dustin, Wonderful post! Thanks for the pics, too--you've a lovely bike, there. lyle On 11 August 2011 15:35, René Sterental wrote: > Thanks! > > > Sent from my iPhone 4 > > On Aug 11, 2011, at 12:48 PM, EastBayGuy wrote: > > Very Easy to use and set up, along with pretty light. I was surprise

Re: [RBW] SimpleOne finished, sort of

2011-08-12 Thread Lyle Bogart
ah, that's a pretty bike :) On 9 August 2011 09:50, jandrews_nyc wrote: > I finally finished the build of my SimpleOne after the frameset sat in the > repair stand for the last two weeks at my work. I was waiting on wheels and > then got busy so when I had a chance to build it up, I may have sk

Re: [RBW] It doesn't look bad without fenders, no?

2011-08-25 Thread Lyle Bogart
that's a really pretty bike, Patrick. On 25 August 2011 18:14, PATRICK MOORE wrote: > After today's PO ride. Am waiting for custom small, > no-decaleur-required bag for front rack. > > -- > Patrick Moore > Albuquerque, NM > For professional resumes, contact > Patrick Moore, ACRW > patrickmo...@r

Re: [RBW] Tell me I'm crazy

2011-08-29 Thread Lyle Bogart
Surely this is a descent into madness, Patrick, but the descent will be made on a fixed gear trike and THAT's just awesome :) lyle On 29 August 2011 13:12, PATRICK MOORE wrote: > On Sat I bought a Workman folding utility trike to use as a grocery > runabout; I've always hankered after a British

Re: [RBW] Re: Interesting refutation of Gary Taubes' obesity ideas

2011-08-31 Thread Lyle Bogart
This has been a very interesting thread to follow and I’ve been reluctant to join in as I feel I’ve nothing terribly relevant to add to the many voices which have already spoken here. However, I think it is too easy to overstate the detrimental qualities of certain foods: ". . . obesity isn't the o

Re: [RBW] A tent for bike-camping???

2011-10-13 Thread Lyle Bogart
Well Ryan, this isn't the cheapest tent on the market, but I highly recommend it. http://www.backcountrygear.com/black-diamond-mega-light-blue-grey.html?gclid=CPrYrYec5qsCFcjc4AodMjaGIw When I was an Outward Bound instructor and worked as a climbing guide for other folks, I lived in one of these

Re: [RBW] A tent for bike-camping???

2011-10-13 Thread Lyle Bogart
Well, you can just sleep on the ground, and I frequently do. However, you can use a ground sheet (which you should also do with a floored tent to keep the bottom of the tent from wearing prematurely) under your bag. One of the beauties of a floorless tent is that it doesn't really matter if you spi

Re: [RBW] Re: A tent for bike-camping???

2011-10-13 Thread Lyle Bogart
ry while > biking. Have you found an alternative or am I wrong? > > Thanks > > Christian > > On Oct 13, 4:29 pm, Lyle Bogart wrote: > > Well, you can just sleep on the ground, and I frequently do. However, you > > can use a ground sheet (which you should also do wit

Re: [RBW] The Oldest Runner :: The indefatigable spirit of a 100-year old marathoner

2011-10-17 Thread Lyle Bogart
That made my morning, thanks for posting it Amit! lyle On 16 October 2011 22:20, Amit Singh wrote: > There's a new world record holder in town, a 100-year old marathon runner! > > The inspirational story > here

Re: [RBW] Re: Q-Factor and 52 Year Old Knees

2011-10-20 Thread Lyle Bogart
Andrew, I use indoor soccer shoes, typically adidas (I don't care for the samba model as the sole feels to "clunky") but I also like diadora, and I use MKS touring pedals. The soles feel "just stiff enough" without being so stiff that completely lose feel of the pedal. Larry, McDougall is correct

Re: [RBW] Medium sized Wald basket with front light

2011-10-22 Thread Lyle Bogart
I have that rack and basket set-up on my Atlantis. it's 5/8" from front of rack to the upward bend in the basket wires, 3/8" from front of rack to the last horizontal wire before the bend. The tab is plenty accessible for a light. Hope this helps! lyle On 22 October 2011 05:13, Scotty wrote: >

Re: [RBW] Re: Marathon Supremes

2011-10-27 Thread Lyle Bogart
I second the request for pics! On 27 October 2011 16:25, William wrote: > Pictures! Gotta see that Roadeo. That would be like Brahma Bull version. > > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To view this discussion on the w

Re: [RBW] Off-road tire recommendation?

2011-11-04 Thread Lyle Bogart
Rick, where are you touring? I've had great success with my Atlantis using marathon xr 700x40 on fire/forestry roads in New England and the pacific northwest, single-track and 4WD roads covered with nasty fractured bits of rock on the Navajo rez in Arizona. Even in thick goat heads, never a flat. T

Re: [RBW] Shellac Question

2011-11-07 Thread Lyle Bogart
Yup, looks a little thick :) Shellac sands up pretty easily, just make sure the shellac is completely dry first. I'd use ~120 grit paper until the wood feels smooth and even. Then apply a few light coats of shellac. My personal preference would then be to "finish" the grip by buffing with ste

Re: [RBW] Re: Shellac Question

2011-11-08 Thread Lyle Bogart
Don't forget pics of the final build :) On 8 November 2011 11:11, Minh wrote: > > Thanks fellas! I was not sure how forgiving the shellac would be, but > some heavy sanding to even it out and a thin top-coat has them feeling > much better in the hand. It's still a little thick, but i can live

Re: [RBW] Re: Shellac Question

2011-11-08 Thread Lyle Bogart
I haven't noticed rusting yet in either cabinet-making or boatbuilding. I usually only wipe with a dry cloth or, if I've one close to hand, a tack cloth. Perhaps I've been lucky! lyle On 8 November 2011 11:41, Allan in Portland wrote: > One thing about steel wool is you need to a very thorough

Re: [RBW] Dent in Seat Stay of Saluki

2011-11-08 Thread Lyle Bogart
Yeah, Peter, I've put worse dings than that in my Rawland Drakkar fixed gear to no ill effect. Steel's wonderful that way! Enjoy the Saluki :) lyle On 8 November 2011 11:52, Peter M wrote: > So I recently acquired a used 58cm Saluki off the List here. I thought > that it would be a good choice

Re: [RBW] Re: Next generation Bombadil

2011-11-10 Thread Lyle Bogart
Wow. . . I think I'd rather ride that down hill than up, though! On 10 November 2011 09:38, Leslie wrote: > Double top-tube, and a bell! > > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To view this discussion on the web visit > h

Re: [RBW] Re: Shellac Question

2011-11-12 Thread Lyle Bogart
Beautiful! And a fine build overall, too! lyle On 12 November 2011 21:25, Minh wrote: > grr, with link http://flic.kr/p/aEbdkY > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To view this discussion on the web visit > https://grou

Re: [RBW] Re: In praise of fixed mountain riding

2018-11-24 Thread Lyle Bogart
I used to use spd pedals riding fixed but no longer do. Wide spikey pedals—race face “Chesters” or the very similar VP pedals. I run a 48x18 or 48x21 gear and, though I sometimes get to walk a steep section up, I always manage to keep my pedals while descending. On Sat, Nov 24, 2018 at 09:04 Phili

Re: [RBW] Re: In praise of fixed mountain riding

2018-11-25 Thread Lyle Bogart
Kevin Mulcahy--yup, 48x18 seems a bit stout, but it's different on a fixie ;-) The same gear on a multispeed bike does seem harder. Maybe it's because the fixie is so much lighter and maybe it's because of the rotational inertia caused by the direct linkage of the drive train that seems to help

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