[RBW] Re: How much do you carry on your S24O?

2013-08-21 Thread Reid
that works well for me. For an S24O, I find that a hand towel rather than a full sized towel works just fine and takes up a lot less space. Reid On Tuesday, August 20, 2013 11:09:21 PM UTC-7, Tom Virgil wrote: > I am not interested in fern elves who sleep under leaves or those who

[RBW] Re: Gransfors Bruks Hatchets

2013-08-28 Thread Reid
learn how to be artistic and do wood burning. That's asking a lot ! :-) Best to you, Reid -- 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

[RBW] Re: FS B17 Special honey/copper

2013-10-04 Thread Reid
ll? I don't know what I'd be getting that's different than just a plain B-17. Thanks, Reid -- 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

[RBW] Re: FS B17 Special honey/copper

2013-10-06 Thread Reid
Thanks for the info, everyone. The prices when new (Brooks web site) are interesting considering the fairly minor diffs between models. Still, I might just be ready to finally try a Brooks. Mike, yours will be at the top of my list if I decide to do it. Reid -- You received this message

[RBW] Re: Planet of the Apes Overnight.

2013-11-11 Thread Reid
On Monday, November 11, 2013 7:25:12 PM UTC-8, Manuel Acosta wrote: > > > -Manny " I think a raccoon tried to french kiss me." Acosta > Yeah Manny, you do have that irresistible animal magnetism. :- o Reid -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

Re: [RBW] epiphany, or just a reminder

2013-11-15 Thread Reid
eah, my Romulus definitely does "planing." Most bikes I've had don't, but it's really obvious on the Rom, at least with my weight, riding style, whatever on the bike. Love it! Reid -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

Re: [RBW] RBW 20th Anniversary Gathering and Entmoot -- SF Bay edition

2014-03-28 Thread Reid
And my vote is to be sure to include "Entmoot." This is Rivendell bikes, after all and a little fantasy distance from daily reality is appropriate. I probably will even be there to wear a t-shirt at the actual event. My wife even says, "You really should go!" Reid On Frid

[RBW] Re: in praise of the chambray shirt

2014-05-01 Thread Reid
shirt is getting really worn from lots of use, lots of trips through the laundry, and lots of sunlight fading the colors. Man! I wish I had bought 3 or 4 of them when they were available. You have been warned. Reid -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[RBW] RBW home page - Sam H question

2016-04-28 Thread Reid
idea about what bar wrap materiel that might be? Thanks for any pointers. Reid -- 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-o

[RBW] Re: RBW home page - Sam H question

2016-04-29 Thread Reid
Excellent! Thanks everyone. Seems that the Newbaum's with shellac is it. Love the quick service here. :-) Reid > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving email

[RBW] WTB: Nitto Tallux Stem 26.0 mm - 7 cm

2016-05-18 Thread Reid
Anyone have one that needs a new home? I'd like to try this stem as it has a shorter reach than the one on my AHH, but I'd rather not pay new full price as I don't know if it will be "Just Right" until I try it. I'd like to limit my losses if it doesn't wo

[RBW] Re: RBWHQ spy report

2016-05-20 Thread Reid
On Friday, May 20, 2016 at 6:33:37 PM UTC-7, Ron Mc wrote: > > No phone photo? Really, Bill. No pics?!?! You could get banned from this forum, ya' know. Curious Reid -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group

[RBW] Re: WTB: Nitto Tallux Stem 26.0 mm - 7 cm

2016-05-25 Thread Reid
Hi Steve -- Definitely a possibility. Let me know how the measuring comes out. Does this forum have a PM component? Reid On Wednesday, May 25, 2016 at 6:46:14 AM UTC-7, S. Greco wrote: > I have a Technomic laying around which I believe to be a 7. Can measure > tonight and happy t

[RBW] Re: WTB: Nitto Tallux Stem 26.0 mm - 7 cm

2016-05-25 Thread Reid
Hi Bill -- Yeah, but can I be that patient??? This is the age of instant gratification, ya' know. Thanks for the idea, though. Hadn't thought of that! If nothing comes up before people start swapping out parts on the new AHHs, I'll keep an eye out for the rush. Reid On Wednesda

[RBW] Re: WTB: Nitto Tallux Stem 26.0 mm - 7 cm

2016-05-26 Thread Reid
Sent a PM. Reid On Thursday, May 26, 2016 at 5:21:45 PM UTC-7, S. Greco wrote: > the Technomic is indeed a 7. > > - Steve > > >>> -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from th

[RBW] At least I'm consistant

2016-06-15 Thread Reid
hat I want. No bells and whistles. One model is called "the Retro." YES! Reid -- 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

[RBW] Re: Lights

2010-10-06 Thread Reid
year round, all weather on my commuter (Romulus). Reid -- 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to

[RBW] Re: 57 Romulus anyone?

2012-05-23 Thread Reid
Um, a bit off topic, but ... I have what I think is a 56 Romulus. Usually sizes are at least 2 apart, so did they do Roms in 54, 56, 58 etc., at one time and 55, 57, 59 etc. at another time? Reid On May 22, 2:08 pm, Aaron Thomas wrote: > I sometimes toy with the idea of selling my 57 Romu

Re: [RBW] Possibly neat new dynamo, FYI. Does anyone have more information on this, in English?

2012-07-15 Thread Reid
#x27;m with Eric. I've used the modern (meaning quiet and low-drag) bottle generator for years with no problems. The wire wheel in rain is also no problem, when adjusted well. Love the no-drag when the generator is not being used. Reid -- You received this message because you are subscribe

[RBW] Re: I love my seersucker!

2012-07-16 Thread Reid
I was asked Riv about getting the shirts back in last Summer or Fall. I was told, "No we don't have plans, but keep an eye on the web site." Yeah, 9 or 10 months ago. If I'd a known how great those shirts are, I would have bought a half dozen instead of just one. Le

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Romulus 61cm - Reduced

2012-07-25 Thread Reid
Hi Kevin -- That listing is already gone. I'd like to know what price you had on that Romulus. Thanks, Reid On Tuesday, July 24, 2012 6:32:13 PM UTC-7, Kwabbott wrote: > Here's the new CL listing. Please contact with any questions, and I'm > happy to take/send mor

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Romulus 61cm - Reduced

2012-07-27 Thread Reid
Thanks a lot for the info. I'm thinking of selling my 56 cm Rom, so yours is a good data point for price. Thanks again. Reid -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the w

[RBW] Down tube friction shfiters and 9-cog cassettes

2014-02-04 Thread Reid
experience with friction shifting? The other option is the IRD/Riv 8 cog, which seems to have a decent spread of cog sizes. Would the 8 cog be noticeably easier/better than 9 cogs with friction shifting? Any feedback is much appreciated. Reid -- You received this message because you are sub

[RBW] Re: Down tube friction shfiters and 9-cog cassettes

2014-02-05 Thread Reid
know for any future projects. Thanks! Reid -- 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

[RBW] Re: struggling with my B-17's

2014-11-18 Thread Reid
down and try one of the slotted Brooks. Reid -- 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 pos

[RBW] Re: Fuji Touring Series IV, Rivish Makeover, Phase 1

2014-05-11 Thread Reid
for a 6 cog freewheel on the back instead of 5 cog. Now it's a "Grand Tour 18", I guess. :-) Back then, the triple chainrings were incomprehensible by the racer wannabees. I actually did some multi week touring on mine and man, I appreciated the triple. Reid -- You received

Re: [RBW] Re: RBW 20th Anniversary Gathering and Entmoot -- SF Bay edition

2014-05-27 Thread Reid
China Camp. If a trip to Riv WHQ and Mt Diablo is on the agenda, I'd wimp out once again: short ride to Larkspur, ferry to SF, BART to Walnut Creek. Then I could maybe make it up the mountain again. Reid (the lazy boy) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

Re: [RBW] Re: Your pre-80's steel vs. today's steel bikes.

2014-05-27 Thread Reid
re so? less so? about the same? The spec sheet for each bike really should include the S&N rating. :-) Reid -- 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, s

[RBW] Re: BOM: 48 Hunq with Boscos!

2013-03-15 Thread Reid
. Does anyone know where to find that clamp? Thanks, Reid -- 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...@googlegrou

Re: [RBW] Re: BOM: 48 Hunq with Boscos!

2013-03-16 Thread Reid
Hi John and thanks a lot for the reply. I looked at the Peter White site earlier, but did not catch that section. Duh! Now I'll order a couple of those mounts myself. Reid -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.

[RBW] What's that response called, and which model has it?

2013-04-03 Thread Reid
Sam or the AHH tube thickness be closer to the Romulus? You can tell that I want my next Riv to behave like the Romulus. And yes, even though the Rom is a great bike, after all these years, I NEED another Riv. Thanks for any ideas. Reid -- You received this message because you are subscribe

[RBW] Re: What's that response called, and which model has it?

2013-04-04 Thread Reid
s good. Go for it." What did I know? It seemed OK on a relatively short ride. If Roms or Rambs were still available new, I'd be on one in a minute. So far, I haven't seen used examples of either locally that would be the right size (57 or 58). It's always something! Reid

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Spring Camp Saturday, April 27th

2013-04-22 Thread Reid
Hey Keven -- Does the camping site have water or do we need bring our own? Thanks, Reid -- 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-ow

[RBW] Re: Pictures of the worlds most perfect Atlantis (for me). Should I paint the head tube ivory?

2013-04-23 Thread Reid
Hey Clayton -- Curious about the long, relatively narrow frame bag that you made. Is that just for as much general "stuff" as you can stuff in there, or is it fitted for something specific? Nice setup. I like it! A real touring Atlantis. Reid -- You received this message becau

[RBW] Re: Yet another post on shimmy

2013-04-23 Thread Reid
Another wheel builder tightened it up to spec and all was well. Reid -- 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+unsubs

Re: [RBW] Re: Yet another post on shimmy

2013-04-24 Thread Reid
roundness as you spin it slowly. > Not being the complete mechanic, an experienced wheelbuilder is what worked for me. Reid -- 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

[RBW] Re: RBW April S24O - My account (long with photos in the beginning...)

2013-04-29 Thread Reid
as going to get all muddy. Well! A really fun weekend, though. And so few miles needed to feel so far away from civilization for a day. NIce. Reid -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

Re: [RBW] RBW April S24O - My account (long with photos in the beginning...)

2013-04-30 Thread Reid
On Monday, April 29, 2013 9:38:03 PM UTC-7, Michael Williams wrote: > > Nice write up Rene! My favorite part of the whole trip was Reid dropping > down the trails on his loaded Romulus with Im guessing 700x27 Ruffy Tuffys! >Savage. -Mike > Hi Mike. Nice to meet you on

[RBW] Re: Rivendell in today's news

2013-05-29 Thread Reid
Quote from the blog: "Well, there's a new pop-up store about to pop up in San Francisco, and it's being up-popped by a company that's synonymous with "trendy." That company, of course, is Rivendell ." What!?!? Since when did Rivendell become trendy? I might have to g

[RBW] Re: HELP...last minute Rivendell paint decision!

2013-06-10 Thread Reid
Green. -- 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 post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch

[RBW] Re: HELP...last minute Rivendell paint decision!

2013-06-11 Thread Reid
Hey Jinxed -- For the green paint, can you give us an official brand or paint shop and name or color code? I really like that color. Thanks, Reid -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this grou

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Rambouillet

2013-06-17 Thread Reid
Hey Stmike ... Where are you (well, and the bike) located? Reid -- 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-bunc

[RBW] Re: Brooks Saddle tension lesson

2013-06-23 Thread Reid
same thing happened. And again, etc. So, does one just keep a close eye on the bolt and just keep tightening it every ride until it stops loosening up or until the saddle self destructs? Any advice most appreciated. Reid -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups &q

[RBW] Re: My New Sam

2013-07-20 Thread Reid
to get the custom decorated box? I'm sooo confused! Reid -- 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

[RBW] Re: Crazy Idea: Riv National Jamboree

2013-07-31 Thread Reid
;m being a wet blanket! But I would like to see bigger Riv gatherings than we've had so far. Maybe more planned and organized regional gathers? Reid -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] Re: Crazy Idea: Riv National Jamboree

2013-08-01 Thread Reid
llenge to the PNW people to get off their duffs and make a really strong, exciting bid/case for the PNW. Also self-serving, though as the PNW is about my favorite piece of the world. :-) Reid -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch&

[RBW] Re: What components do you wish RBW would start "making"?

2014-12-01 Thread Reid
A return engagement of the Seersucker shirts that Riv sold a few years ago. There's really nothing out there that fills the same niche. At the time, I foolishly bought only one, which is now getting pretty worn out as I use it all the time. Shudda bought three or four! Reid -- You rec

Re: [RBW] Re: Too much on the plate.

2015-01-25 Thread Reid
On Friday, January 23, 2015 at 7:13:08 PM UTC-8, dougP wrote: > > Bar tape comes pre-un-wrapped (?). > And one of those cute little mascots dangling off the handlebars or rack? "Each one Hand Picked and Blessed by 'Mr. M' himself!" Reid -- You received

[RBW] Re: Is 2015 the year for...Rivendell sportwool jerseys?!

2015-02-11 Thread Reid
d one, but the Small was just too big. The Smalls were a bit big for me, too, but I could just get away with it and it was sooo worth it. Reid -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] Re: Someone buy one of those long bikes!

2015-03-02 Thread Reid
My computer must also be caching old pages. How do I go about un-caching pages? Thanks for any help! Reid On Monday, March 2, 2015 at 3:28:22 PM UTC-8, iamkeith wrote: > Never mind - I should have read Drew's post. I'm guessing that your > computer is caching old pages

[RBW] Re: Someone buy one of those long bikes!

2015-03-02 Thread Reid
Thanks a lot Jeff! The CTRL F5 on Windows worked great. Now I can see what everyone's talking about. Reid On Monday, March 2, 2015 at 7:53:46 PM UTC-8, sameness wrote: > In most cases, it's CTRL + F5 for Windows and Linux, and CMD + Shift + R > for Mac. Pre-emptive admissi

[RBW] Re: Thinking out loud: Sell the Rambouillet?

2015-03-05 Thread Reid
Oh, I really think you should sell it. It's obviously just not going to get the use it deserves. And, coincidentally, I just happen to (ahem) know a guy, yeah that's it, a guy I know, who would be interested in buying it. :-) Reid On Thursday, March 5, 2015 at 4:31:00 PM UTC-8, Pat

[RBW] Re: quote of the day

2015-03-07 Thread Reid
Um... What's an MCFRB? Reid -- 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 post to t

[RBW] Re: S240 To Half Moon Bay This Saturday 8/18- 8/19

2012-08-15 Thread Reid
Um ... A bit more info? What time are you thinking of for meeting at DC BART? PoftheA road sounds intriguing! Reid -- 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://groups.go

[RBW] Re: Fashion Cycles and Apparel

2012-08-15 Thread Reid
Can't wait to get that helmet that's made to look like a hat! Reid -- 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://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/d5gf

Re: [RBW] 60cm Romulus in Chicago - Nearly new!

2012-08-17 Thread Reid
58 and other even sizes. I think I did buy mine nine years ago. :-) As much as I like mine, if some fool offered me $1,800 for it, it would probably be gone! Reid -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discu

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

2012-09-04 Thread Reid
Erm, sorry for being so dense, but even though the "bike picker feature" is probably right in front of me on the Riv site, can someone point me to it? Yours in buffudlement, Reid -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch&

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

2012-09-04 Thread Reid
On Tuesday, September 4, 2012 8:26:02 PM UTC-7, Leslie wrote: > > http://www.rivbike.com/Articles.asp?ID=337 Thanks, Leslie. So that's it for info on the fat tire tourer??? Just one short line??? Harrumph. Reid -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Go

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

2012-09-05 Thread Reid
come up with a name and headbadge for a Riv-branded San Marcos and there's a low cost solution. Reid -- 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://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-

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

2012-09-06 Thread Reid
the San Marcos already exists. Basically no development costs. Back to my dreams. Reid On Thursday, September 6, 2012 4:04:32 AM UTC-7, Chris Lampe wrote: > I think the San Marcos is a great idea and a great looking bike but Grant > has emphasized that it's a light framed road bike. I&#

[RBW] Re: Grant on a blog (not bike related blog)

2012-09-21 Thread Reid
action figure on > your Albatross bars! > > Whoa!! There's a Manny Acosta action figure? Where do I get one! :-) Reid -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit

Re: [RBW] Rivendell Coffee Ride

2012-09-30 Thread Reid
h to see things "cycle" 'round and 'round through the decades. Makes me think that I'm actually learning something about how the world works. Reid -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view

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

2012-10-18 Thread Reid
And here all this time, I've been s smug about my Ruffy Tuffys (28s) and how I don't fall for all that idiotic "racer boy" stuff. How am I gonna keep my self-righteous attitude if real racers are using 28s? How dare they! Reid -- You received this message because y

[RBW] Re: FS: 60cm Sam Hillborne in Seattle (mine) with cream headtube and lots of stuff.

2012-10-20 Thread Reid
Hi Scott Is that with the rack, basket, and all that are in the pics? If so, that is a KILLER deal! Beautiful bike. The paint job really makes it. If it was in my size, I'd snap it up! Sorry that you need to sell. Reid -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the G

Re: [RBW] Re: "These are my riding clothes"

2012-10-29 Thread Reid
I still enjoy my MUSA seersucker shirt. The sleeves and collars are perfect for riding with drop bars. Man, I sure wish Riv would do another batch of those shirts. Reid -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view

[RBW] Re: New/old magnets at Rivendell

2012-11-01 Thread Reid
So is the one the Atlantis greenish color? And the blue one is ...? Reid -- 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://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/cEWoFBHX-dc

[RBW] Re: Yellow leaves, wet bridges and sauerkraut

2012-11-05 Thread Reid
t; That last pic shows a third bike behind the others, that looks as though it might also be a Riv. Is it? Also, you guys forgot to mention all the babes on the ride. Keeping them all for yourselves?? Reid -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: Wood

2012-11-05 Thread Reid
of stuff do you have in mind? Do tell! Every Spring, I think how great it would be to organize a re-do of the S24O rides that Riv used to do up Mt Diablo, but I'm too disorganized to manage organizing anything. Reid -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Go

[RBW] Re: strange happenings

2012-11-12 Thread Reid
Why do tires always get flats with the first good rain of the season? Is it just to remind us that Nature is always lurking out there? Some kind of strange magnetic resonance between rubber, rain, and sharp things?? Reid -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

Re: [RBW] Laid off and in a Quandary

2015-10-05 Thread Reid
es or so) city folks. Best of luck with whatever you choose to do. Reid -- 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..

[RBW] Re: Clem Presale is over.

2015-10-08 Thread Reid
Obviously, as the pre-sales sold out weeks ago, "dorky" is the latest "in thing" on the cutting-edge fashion scene. Reid -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] Clementine tire size?

2015-10-20 Thread Reid
OK, I see that the max tire size on the chart is 60. Does anyone know what size the bikes will have as delivered? Thanks! Reid -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving e

[RBW] Re: Clems have shipped!

2015-10-26 Thread Reid
It came with the bull moose bars, too? Interesting. Reid On Monday, October 26, 2015 at 1:17:43 PM UTC-5, El Sapo wrote: >> >> >> That's the way it comes, everything but the Brooks seat came with the >> bike. Grips and kickstand included. >> > -- You

[RBW] Clementine fender mount kluge was a ???

2015-12-21 Thread Reid
to have a number of wine corks rolling around, but I wonder what it was that might have disintegrated in such a short time? Maybe the screw just needs a lock nut on the threaded end. I'll probably do that too, but first is deciding what to use as the filler in that space. Your suggestions app

[RBW] Re: Clementine fender mount kluge was a ???

2015-12-22 Thread Reid
olution, just out of standard Riv-like whimsy, but I'll go for the rubber grommets for now. That might not be permanent, though if I get a bee in my bonnet some afternoon. Reid > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" gro

[RBW] Clementine: Weird tire tubes

2015-12-27 Thread Reid
gress" and "New and Improved" that is actually non-functional? Grumpy and gripey. Reid -- 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

[RBW] Re: Clementine: Weird tire tubes

2015-12-28 Thread Reid
Thanks all for the feedback. If I can find a new head for one of the pumps that I have, that should fix the "grip" problem. If not, then I think I'll just swap out the tubes for ones that have threaded stems. Sheesh! Reid > -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: Hilsen vs. rambouillet

2016-01-03 Thread Reid
he current line-up? My Romulus definitely "planes". None of my other bikes do at all, so it's quite apparent on the Rom. Reid > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and s

[RBW] NEED a tip for slipping seatpost head

2016-01-05 Thread Reid
secret for these things? I'm quite disappointed in Nitto and Riv unless I can find some way to make these work. Oh, and I'm a flyweight kinda guy, well under 130 lbs, so that should not be an issue. Any ideas much appreciated. Reid -- You received this message because you are subscribed to th

[RBW] Re: NEED a tip for slipping seatpost head

2016-01-06 Thread Reid
Thanks for all the ideas, guys. I'll start with a longer wrench, grease, cleaning the surfaces, then go to lock tite. Unfortunately, my neighborhood has no tool rental places that stock gorillas. I'll need to do some research on that. :-) Reid -- You received this message becau

Re: [RBW] Alone in a Sea of Autos

2018-02-09 Thread Reid
On Thursday, February 8, 2018 at 2:11:39 PM UTC-8, Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > > Add a fluffy, adorable dog in the basket and people just swoon. > > > Pics! Or it never happened. Would love to see the little guy. Reid -- You received this message because you are su

[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

2018-02-21 Thread Reid
anyone out there have the kind of marketing background needed to expand the customer base? What Riv needs in the long term is more buzz and more paying customers. Who can help? Reid -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" g

[RBW] Latest Roscoe Bubbe

2016-08-03 Thread Reid
Grant says the color is going to be "machine green." Popular with home appliances and such in the 1950s. I keep thinking of the infamous "Avocado Green" home appliances, but that was in the 1960s wasn't it? Will be interesting to see the color when it becomes public

Re: [RBW] Helmets... what do you like?

2016-09-11 Thread Reid
on helmet cover. Looking at the latest iteration, Bell seems to have dropped that feature. Too bad, as it's great for Winter commuting. Progress -- Not! Reid -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe f

Re: [RBW] Silver 2 shifters

2016-10-15 Thread Reid
fters with something that would be mounted in the same place for easy shifting, but that would not have the problems. Reid -- 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, s

Re: [RBW] Silver 2 shifters

2016-10-16 Thread Reid
Grant -- Thank you for the info. I'll keep an eye on the S2 progress and give them a try when available. Reid On Saturday, October 15, 2016 at 9:59:31 PM UTC-7, Grant @ Rivendell wrote: > They'll be good replacements, yep. The ghost shifts--up in the mid and > upper range,

[RBW] Re: FS: Light Mount

2016-11-03 Thread Reid
Pics please. Reid > -- 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 post to this group,

[RBW] Reuse Brooks handlebar tape?

2016-11-07 Thread Reid
s for any ideas. Reid -- 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 post to this group, send

[RBW] "Store Credit" on BLUG

2016-02-23 Thread Reid
Wow! A super sized Kick Starter campaign. Too bad my wife and I just bought a Clementine and an AHH. Now we won't be needing new bikes for at least the next 10 years. My usual great timing! Reid -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Ow

[RBW] Re: RBW Listers Take Over The West Point Inn, June 24 & 25 - Join us there!!!

2016-03-02 Thread Reid
ourse, by then I will be all flab from no riding. Arhh! If I manage to heal up really quickly, I'll just hope that a slot is still open. Sigh ... And for those of you who are wondering ... no need to worry, the AHH came through without a scratch. :-) Reid -- You received this mes

[RBW] Re: RBW Listers Take Over The West Point Inn, June 24 & 25 - Join us there!!!

2016-03-03 Thread Reid
Yeah, except seeing all those Rivs scurrying around the mountain for a couple of days would drive me nuts if I can't do anything but sit on the porch with a glass of wine. Wait a minute ... Maybe I'd better rethink this. :-) Reid On Thursday, March 3, 2016 at 2:00:29 PM UTC

Re: [RBW] Re: RBW Listers Take Over The West Point Inn, June 24 & 25 - Join us there!!!

2016-03-05 Thread Reid
On Thursday, March 3, 2016 at 9:19:59 PM UTC-8, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: > > Hear that everyone ,Reid's bringing the wine!!! > > Ha! Be careful what you wish for. Would you really be happy with a case of Two Buck Chuck? Reid -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: Curious Brooks damage

2016-03-09 Thread Reid
It looks to me as though the nose piece is at the wrong angle, probably from new. As have a lot of people on this list, I have seen some pretty well worn and abused Brooks saddles, but never any like that. I agree with the "warranty" comment above. Reid > -- You received

[RBW] Hidden Blogs?

2016-04-12 Thread Reid
b site comes up with no blogs for Rosco or Bubbe. Does anyone know where to find this highly secret source? Thanks! Reid -- 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

[RBW] Re: Hidden Blogs?

2016-04-12 Thread Reid
Ha! Just saw the latest, latest email and it has that tumblr address for the blog. Thanks for the pointer, Will. Reid -- 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 fro

Re: [RBW] right side bottle dynamo for small wheels

2012-12-07 Thread Reid
As far as I know, low drag equals expensive and cheap equals high drag. I'd like to know, too, if cheap and low are available in one. Reid On Friday, December 7, 2012 5:21:50 PM UTC-8, Andrew Letton wrote: > Bottle dynamos don't care what size the wheel is. Tire linear velocity

Re: [RBW] Re: Atlantis commute...

2013-01-12 Thread Reid
Um, erm, would y'all consider waiting until the weather gets a bit warmer? I know, I'm just a wimp, but I do hate camping in the cold. Reid -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on

Re: [RBW] Riv Wrap Fest in Seattle

2013-01-29 Thread Reid
(in Menlo Park) that would work well for such a gathering. And Brian, thanks for the pic of diamonds around a curve. Looks just fine to me. Reid -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

Re: [RBW] RCW S24O Saturday-Sunday February 23-24

2013-02-12 Thread Reid
et it together to join in! Reid -- 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 post to this gr

Re: [RBW] Re: RCW S24O Saturday-Sunday February 23-24

2013-02-14 Thread Reid
e to BART. Hmmm. Dumbarton going East in the afternoon almost guarantees a lovely tailwind. Always makes me feel that I'm getting a freebie. Maybe we could meet up for one mode or the other. I'll let you know if I'm a definite. Reid -- You received this message because you are subscr

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