RE: [RBW] Bags FS photos

2010-05-23 Thread Rene Valbuena
Hi James, I'll take the mini Berthoud bag if it is still available. Rene -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of James Valiensi Sent: Sunday, May 23, 2010 11:17 AM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Su

[RBW] Re: Big Apples off-road

2010-05-23 Thread Rene Sterental
What is front-end dive in corners? When I tried mine, 40lbs on the front tire based on my weight, on turns it felt like the tires were pulling the handlebar into the turn. Is that it? René On 5/23/10, PATRICK MOORE wrote: > Yah, 26" wheels are for weenies. Real men ride 700c 2.35 Big Apples. >

Re: [RBW] Re: mounting Nitto M-12 front rack on a very long fork

2010-05-25 Thread Rene Sterental
I would try to mimick this installation using 4 P-clams. http://www.flickr.com/photos/32306...@n07/3311380007/ You won't mess up your fork if you later change your mind. René -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this

Re: [RBW] Re: Tires for Roadeo

2010-05-27 Thread Rene Sterental
Can you expand on your thoughts? Explain how a wider tire increases trail and what that does to the handling of the bike? René On Thu, May 27, 2010 at 12:35 PM, William wrote: > If a Roly Poly is 27.79mm in diameter, and if a Jack Brown is 33.333mm > in diameter, that's a difference of 5.54mm o

[RBW] Rivendell Mixtes

2010-05-27 Thread Rene Sterental
I know about the Yves Gomez and the Betty Foy, but I just discovered on Flickr the Willbur and the Glorius. What's their story? René -- 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...@googl

Re: [RBW] any one using paul motolites on a bike with a nitto mini front rack?

2010-05-28 Thread Rene Sterental
I have the Paul Neo-Retro on the front in my Bombadil with the Nitto Mini. No issues except making sure the hanger at the end of the vertical cable coming from the brake lever is above the plane of the rack. That meant getting some longer straddle cables that I had no problem ordering from Speedgo

Re: [RBW] Fenders for Big Apples?

2010-05-30 Thread Rene Sterental
I use the 60mm steel Berthoud fenders. They work very well and have great coverage. I got them from Wallingford Bikes. René -- 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.c

RE: [RBW] Rivendell Mixtes

2010-05-30 Thread Rene Valbuena
ctures are here: http://www.cord.edu/faculty/sprunger/bikes/glorius/ The story doesn’t really have a moral except that the Glorius is a great bike and I married wisely. David Sprunger Fargo, ND On Thu, May 27, 2010 at 11:34 PM, Rene Sterental wrote: > I know about the Yves Gomez and the Bet

[RBW] Re: Rivendell Mixtes

2010-05-30 Thread Rene Sterental
better than nothing!!! :-) Need to change the family lifestyle! René (the OT) ;-) On 5/30/10, Rene Valbuena wrote: > David, > > Your Glorious Mixte story made my day. > > "The story doesn’t really have a moral except that the Glorius is a > great bike and I marrie

Re: [RBW] New tires at RBW

2010-05-31 Thread Rene Sterental
Is this the tire to go for? I have to select a good all purpose tire for my daughter's Betty. Would appreciate some suggestions. René On 5/31/10, Johnny Alien wrote: > A few people convinced me that the Paris was the way to go for me so > if Rivendell starts carrying them then they will get my m

Re: [RBW] Re: Happy new AHH owner

2010-06-02 Thread Rene Sterental
Great bike! Noticed how Grant's cast is AHH blue as well! :-) René -- 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-ow

Re: [RBW] Charity Ride Atlantis Poll or "What Would Fred Do?"

2010-06-02 Thread Rene Sterental
Will the 60 fit the Atlantis? René On 6/2/10, Cycletex wrote: > Well, besides not getting any sleep the night before, at all..., it > went great. Didn't change a thing on the Atlantis. Front rack with > basket, shop sack, fenders and 37c Paselas were all kept as was. Felt > a little rough the fi

Re: [RBW] Re: Wanted: Touring racks

2010-06-03 Thread Rene Sterental
Get the Tubus Cosmo and Tubus Nova in silver, or the Cargo/Tara in black. I prefer the silver ones and like the Cosmo better than the Cargo. Get them from Wiggle (www.wiggle.co.uk). Significantly lower $ prices due to the exchange rate and free shipping to the U.S. You won't be able to find them f

[RBW] Has anyone tried White Industries Urban Pedal?

2010-06-06 Thread Rene Sterental
Just came accross it on an online review and am curious to see if anyone has tried it and how it compares to the platform pedals Riv sells. René -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: new vegan panniers

2010-06-09 Thread Rene Sterental
I'm concerned dust and dirt will get clothes/computer inside dirty. I now commute on a gravel trail for 6 miles each way and the whole bike is covered with a fine coat of dust. Granted, I'm not wearing fenders now, and those might help. Still for clean work clothes and my laptop, I prefer somethin

Re: [RBW] Re: SF and Bay Area members BOLO

2010-06-09 Thread Rene Sterental
If only it worked like that all the time... better yet, if no one ever stole a bicycle again... or anything else for that matter. -- 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...@googlegro

Re: [RBW] Re: new vegan panniers

2010-06-10 Thread Rene Sterental
supplies are purveyed. Dusty dirt shant stand a chance.. > G > > On Jun 9, 6:36 pm, Rene Sterental wrote: >> I'm concerned dust and dirt will get clothes/computer inside dirty. I >> now commute on a gravel trail for 6 miles each way and the whole bike >> is covered with

[RBW] FS - Grip King Pedals

2010-06-10 Thread Rene Sterental
Upon Keven's recommendation to address my foot pain, I changed the pedals on both my bikes to the MKS RMX Sneaker pedals. So far so good (2 x 6+ mile rides). I am now selling my two pairs of Grip King pedals. Set #1 (Bombadil) has 350+ miles; selling for $40 + shipping. Might have a few scratches.

Re: [RBW] Re: Newest Latest

2010-06-10 Thread Rene Sterental
Congratulations, Rick! I have a 61 Atlantis on order, waiting for Waterford to build and deliver to replace my Bombadil. I had decided to go for the stock color, because after getting my Bombadil custom painted, I have come to realize that the colors Grant has picked have the curious property of s

Re: [RBW] Re: what would make the best..

2010-06-14 Thread Rene Sterental
Now that you mention Jan Heine, today I received my BQ for the summer of 2010 and in it, there is a very interesting article and discussion regarding whether modern bicycles are actually faster than older ones based on an analysis of Tour de France speed. I haven't read it yet, just finished browsi

Re: [RBW] Bleriot should be done by week's end

2010-06-15 Thread Rene Sterental
Thanks for sharing this very special moment with us, Scott. I felt I was also there with you... René On 6/14/10, Paul Price wrote: > Wow, I agree. Enjoy the new bike and the brakes. Huge congrats! Super > impressed. > On Jun 14, 2010, at 11:32 PM, Brian Hanson wrote: > >> Scott - great story beh

Re: [RBW] bending Nitto struts

2010-06-15 Thread Rene Sterental
I bent mine to get the Nitto R14 low and as close to the frame as possible. Didn't have anny issues. René On 6/12/10, KyleBH wrote: > Any tips/suggestions for bending some aluminum struts for the Nitto > Top Rack? The braze-ons on my new bike are fairly low (compact frame) > and the struts on t

Re: [RBW] Mounting a rack to rear rack braze-ons or dropout eyelets: does it matter?

2010-06-20 Thread Rene Sterental
I asked Keven before mounting my Nitto R14 rear rack on my Bombadil as I didn't like the look of the rack stays going all the way down to the dropouts. He said it didn't matter, so I run it to the mid seat-stay braze-ons and have had no issues. I've also seen it both ways on RBW employees' bikes a

Re: [RBW] Re: Mark's Rack/Dia-Compe Center ???

2010-06-20 Thread Rene Sterental
Ray, I'm using a Mark's rack with Paul Racer brakes on my AHH. I've posted 3 photos; here's the first one: http://www.flickr.com/photos/orthie251/4720209358/. You can see the other two on my set. No issues whatsoever. René -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google G

Re: [RBW] Re: Mounting a rack to rear rack braze-ons or dropout eyelets: does it matter?

2010-06-20 Thread Rene Sterental
Nice to know it not only looks better, it is way stronger as well... :-) René -- 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

Re: [RBW] Lowriders to fit Sam Hill

2010-06-22 Thread Rene Sterental
Have you checked to see if any of the Nitto front racks fir on the Sam? I'd start there. René On 6/22/10, Seth Vidal wrote: > On Tue, Jun 22, 2010 at 10:53 AM, PATRICK MOORE wrote: >> Must look into this! Thanks. >> > > I have one of them on my tandem. Mounts nicely, but it takes a little > tim

[RBW] Maximum Honjo fender size compatible with Silver Sidepull and/or Paul Racer brakes

2010-06-24 Thread Rene Sterental
I'm getting a Betty Foy for my daughters to ride (and me to use as well...), but the frame arrival is still 3+ weeks away... I decided to order red Hetre tires and their corresponding Honjo fenders, which upon arrival, happen to have a label that states they are 60mm (sold by BQ). It dawned on my

Re: [RBW] Re: Kid bike recommendations (geared, for a 4'8" kid)

2010-06-24 Thread Rene Sterental
I'm selling my son's 24" wheeled K2 mountain bike. 21 speeds (3x7), front suspension for whatever it's worth at that level and bright green. He's 11 and outgrew it so I got him a 15" Specialized 29er Rockhopper for Christmas. The K2 is in the shed and my wife naggingly, I mean lovingly reminded me

Re: [RBW] Re: Thesis, antithesis, synthesis, or, ignorance banish'd

2010-06-24 Thread Rene Sterental
Doug, Assuming the Atlantis was set up with a fork with full braze-ons like the Bombadil fork is currently set up, will the Duo mount well on the braze-ons that are behind the fork and that are meant for low-rider racks? I'm getting such a fork on my Atlantis that will replace my Bombadil, and I'

Re: [RBW] shoe suggestions

2010-06-24 Thread Rene Sterental
I have the same problem, compounded by what I believe is Morton's Neuroma on my left foot. I've been using the Keen Coronado Cruiser, which is the bike specific for about a month now. They are kind of heavy for a canvas shoe, but not too bad. I was still having the extreme foot pain while riding th

Re: [RBW] Re: Atlantis Repaint - Silver

2010-06-27 Thread Rene Sterental
Very nice color scheme and very handsome bike! René (2 more weeks for my Waterford Altantis to be delivered) -- 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 unsubscr

Re: [RBW] Remember those learning bikes in the Rivendell Reader? Success Story here

2010-06-28 Thread Rene Sterental
What a nice thing to do! René On 6/28/10, Jeff Perry wrote: > The boy next door, about 2.5 years old now, has been riding one of the scoot > bikes for a long time. I picked up a kids bike from somewhere for free and > everytime he comes over, he checks it to see if he's grown enough to ride > it

Re: [RBW] Re: double-top-tube hillborne sighted in wild

2010-06-30 Thread Rene Sterental
AFIK, none of the Waterford bikes come with a brake bridge fender boss (rear fender). I've seen this on Toyo Atlantises and Toyo Homers (haven't paid attention to Sams). I made a special request that one be included in my Atlantis (to replace my Bombadil) and Keven confirmed it would be a special a

Re: [RBW] Re: double-top-tube hillborne sighted in wild

2010-06-30 Thread Rene Sterental
ng possesion of a brand new Atlantis frame...:-)) On Wed, Jun 30, 2010 at 6:29 PM, Thomas Lynn Skean < thomaslynnsk...@comcast.net> wrote: > Mystery solved! Thanks, René! > > Yours, > Thomas Lynn Skean > > > On Jun 30, 2010, at 7:13 PM, Rene Sterental wrote: > >

Re: [RBW] Quickbeam on American River Bike Trail

2010-06-30 Thread Rene Sterental
Nice photos and bike setup! What is that thing hanging from the handlebar on the left side? Is the trail flat all the way? René -- 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...@googlegr

Re: [RBW] Quickbeam on American River Bike Trail

2010-06-30 Thread Rene Sterental
Thanks Ray! On 6/30/10, Ray Shine wrote: > Yes, Rene, the trail would be perfect for your family rides. Easy riding, > and scenic and fun. > > RS > > > > > ____ > From: Rene Sterental > To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com >

Re: [RBW] Re: S24O Report and Video

2010-07-03 Thread Rene Sterental
Very nice takes! Is that an HD Flip? The image quality was superb. Beautiful takes and beautiful bike! René -- 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 unsubscri

RE: [RBW] Re: FS: Bleriot Frameset

2010-07-06 Thread Rene Valbuena
Me too, I would like to see a photo of this frame. -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Johnny Alien Sent: Tuesday, July 06, 2010 4:28 AM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] Re: FS: Bleriot Frameset 51 is too sm

Re: [RBW] A. Homer Hilsen ~ shades of blue color question!

2010-07-10 Thread Rene Sterental
Lighter blue AHHs are made by Waterford. Darker blue ones were made by Toyo and I think once they run out of those (if they haven't already) only the lighter Waterford bkue will be available. I saw both in person when I bought mine last year and without a doubt went for the lighter Waterford optio

Re: [RBW] A. Homer Hilsen ~ shades of blue color question!

2010-07-10 Thread Rene Sterental
Zaelia, I believe the Waterford built frames have Waterford stamped in the droput, but I'm not positive this is 100% true. I'm sure RBW would be able to tell you if you can't find that mark. René On 7/10/10, Zaelia wrote: > I thought I had my AHH all figured out... thought it was a Toyo build,

Re: [RBW] S24O: tent or no tent?

2010-07-18 Thread Rene Sterental
Has anyone tried the ENO hammocks? They have a bug net and also a rain fly as part of their system. In Venezuela I learned to sleep in hammocks and this system seems like the perfect solution when you don't want to pack a tent. I also use the Trangia and love it. I use denaturated alcohol and don

Re: [RBW] Grip King Impressions

2010-07-21 Thread Rene Sterental
I used the GK for a while and then tried the Sneaker pedals upon Keven's recommendation. Liked them even better and "discovered" they are grippier, wider and allow me to mut my foot anywhere. Also, I prefer the extra width (10.5 wide shoes) and don't need the extra lenght. Finally, the Sneaker peda

Re: [RBW] Tires for Sam Hillborne

2010-07-22 Thread Rene Sterental
I'm riding 50mm Big Apples (LiteSkin) on my new Atlantis (previously on the Bombadil) and just love them. I'd have to do a side by side comparison with the 50mm Marathon Supremes to see if I could tell them apart. Even took them on a S24O to Angel Island (will post photos when I get a break from w

Re: [RBW] Any Interest of doing a S240 in Bay Area?

2010-07-23 Thread Rene Sterental
Ron, I'll be up for an S24O come September, as I'll be traveling on business and family vacation most of August. And, as long as riding distance and average speed isn't planned to be excessive... :-) I'm going slow and progressing even slower in order not to overdo it and get burned as has happen

Re: [RBW] Any Interest of doing a S240 in Bay Area?

2010-07-24 Thread Rene Sterental
gt; Further north, SP Taylor near Point Reyes has a hiker-biker (often > busy and convivial). Further south, Vets Memorial in Monterey has a > hiker-biker too. > > I'd be up for an S24O. > > On Fri, Jul 23, 2010 at 7:51 PM, Rene Sterental > wrote: > > Ron, > > >

Re: [RBW] Kickstand Mounting Advice

2010-07-24 Thread Rene Sterental
Keven and Mark have provided me with the shorter screws/bolts for the kickstands. I'm sure that if you can't find it locally in the metric section of your hardware store, a quick call will get you one in the mail. Also use a "pressure" washer, or whatever they're called. I'm translating from Venez

Re: [RBW] s24o in progress

2010-07-25 Thread Rene Sterental
Nice... Pictures? On 7/24/10, William wrote: > Greetings from Juniper Campground near Mt Diablo summit. I rode the > loaded Hillborne. Buddy on his Hilsen. Its a beautiful night. We'll > hit the summit at first light and head on home. The next campsite just > put some John Denver on. And so it g

Re: [RBW] Any Interest of doing a S240 in Bay Area?

2010-07-26 Thread Rene Sterental
n Saturday morning, and the afternoon is going to be most likely devoted to family time after being away all week, but if needed, Saturday afternoon is also an option. I look forward to meeting you, René On 7/25/10, Anne Paulson wrote: > On Sat, Jul 24, 2010 at 9:37 PM, reidplum wrote: > >&g

[RBW] Re: Quickbeams are here

2009-04-25 Thread Rene Valbuena
I hear you loud and clear but I cannot share your tears. -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of usuk2007 Sent: Saturday, April 25, 2009 3:29 PM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] Re: Quickbeams are here I know

[RBW] Re: WTT: Nitto noodle for Nitto dirt drop

2009-05-03 Thread Rene Valbuena
Here is the link to the photo of the scratch marks: http://picasaweb.google.com/valbuena.rene/ScratchedLeftSleeveNittoNoodle#533 1730984351512018 thanks, Rene -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Rene Sent

[RBW] Re: 58mm Honjos and Hetres on a 60cm Saluki

2009-05-11 Thread Rene Valbuena
W bike, there is the Hillborne, Bombadill, and the 700c Atlantis. Rene -Original Message- >From: rcnute >Sent: May 11, 2009 4:15 PM >To: RBW Owners Bunch >Subject: [RBW] Re: 58mm Honjos and Hetres on a 60cm Saluki > > >Sorry for the lack of clarity. I was thinking

[RBW] Re: 58mm Honjos and Hetres on a 60cm Saluki

2009-05-11 Thread Rene Valbuena
-Original Message- >From: Steve Palincsar >Sent: May 11, 2009 6:47 PM >To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com >Subject: [RBW] Re: 58mm Honjos and Hetres on a 60cm Saluki > > >On Mon, 2009-05-11 at 21:15 -0400, Rene Valbuena wrote: >> Ryan, >> >> W

[RBW] Re: Photos of the new Rivendell Quickbeam

2009-05-13 Thread Rene Valbuena
Very nice bike! Who is your photographer? -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Bryan @ Renaissance Bicycles Sent: Wednesday, May 13, 2009 8:48 AM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] Photos of the new Rivendell

[RBW] Re: Photos of the new Rivendell Quickbeam

2009-05-14 Thread Rene Valbuena
Hey Brian, You must really be a complete marketing man to the bone. More power to you and to Renaissance Bicycles. Rene BTW: do you still shoot film or solely digital? As for me, I still keep a Nikon F2S with 43mm~86mm zoom for sentimental reasons. -Original Message- From: rbw-owners

[RBW] Re: Photos of the new Rivendell Quickbeam

2009-05-15 Thread Rene Valbuena
g http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3604/3530244832_e00cceafb4_b.jpg On Thu, May 14, 2009 at 6:40 AM, Rene Valbuena wrote: Hey Brian, You must really be a complete marketing man to the bone. More power to you and to Renaissance Bicycles. Rene BTW: do you still shoot film or solely d

[RBW] Re: FS: Dura Ace free wheelset

2009-05-30 Thread Rene Valbuena
The size is 700c. From: Bruce [mailto:fullylug...@yahoo.com] Sent: Saturday, May 30, 2009 11:16 AM To: Rene Valbuena Subject: Re: [RBW] FS: Dura Ace free wheelset wheel size? 650B or 700? (I need the former) _ From: Rene To: RBW Owners Bunch Sent: Saturday, May 30, 2009 12

[RBW] Re: SRAM X7 rear derailleur

2009-06-23 Thread Rene Valbuena
Karl, Thank you. I am thinking of indexing either with 8- or 9-speed shifter if it's possible. The reason I am asking is that the SRAM X7 is less costly by more than 50% than a Shimano mountain bike rear derailleur. Rene -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroup

[RBW] Re: SRAM X7 rear derailleur

2009-06-23 Thread Rene Valbuena
Thank you all very much for your suggestions and comments. I will stick with all shimano set-up. --Rene -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of cm Sent: Tuesday, June 23, 2009 8:41 PM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject

[RBW] Re: new Riv road bike, and my unwanted input for another

2009-07-11 Thread Rene Valbuena
t; it would not even connote something [machismo?) like that one out of that Laramie ad or one out of a cowboy rodeo. Why not just simply call it "Road Classic." Rene -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com] On

[RBW] Re: new Riv road bike, and my unwanted input for another

2009-07-11 Thread Rene Valbuena
road bike, and my unwanted input for another on 7/11/09 1:38 PM, Rene Valbuena at valbu...@ix.netcom.com wrote: > > I googled "Roadeo" and most of the results I got are about the contest in > driving skills among school bus and/or bus transit drivers. Not even one > resu

[RBW] Re: new Riv road bike, and my unwanted input for another

2009-07-11 Thread Rene Valbuena
> > >This is why it must be the perfect name: > >On Sat, Jul 11, 2009 at 1:38 PM, Rene Valbuena wrote: >> >> Not even one result pertains to a road bicycle or bicycling in general > >> --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this

[RBW] Re: new Riv road bike, and my unwanted input for another

2009-07-13 Thread Rene Valbuena
Jim, Is Gino one of your co-administrators of the group? Just wondering... since he's prone to lecturing. Rene -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of CycloFiend Sent: Monday, July 13, 2009 9:00 AM To

[RBW] Re: Turn Back the Clock?

2009-07-23 Thread Rene Valbuena
Well put, Jim. Perhaps the upcoming "Roadeo" will be "racy" enough to satisfy this turning-back-the-clock itch among us;>] -- Rene -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Jim Thill

[RBW] Re: IRD freewheels

2009-08-11 Thread Rene Valbuena
I also bought IRD freewheels from RIV. I've always assumed that IRDs are Shimano compatible and thus, the center to center distance between cogs are the same as shimano's. The distance between cogs of 7- and 8-speed freewheels are the same. But it is not with 6-speeds or lower. If your shifter is

[RBW] Re: Roadeo sizing

2009-08-22 Thread Rene Valbuena
The sizes are now listed at the top of this link: [don't know how to tinyurl] http://www.rivbike.com/products/list/bicycle_models#product=50-618 -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Cycletex Sent: Saturday, Au

[RBW] Re: Mixte Frames to Riv-up?

2009-09-01 Thread Rene Valbuena
t the bike that I envisioned it to be. Rene -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of JoelMatthews Sent: Tuesday, September 01, 2009 2:19 PM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] Re: Mixte Frames to Riv-up? > I

[RBW] Re: Sigg bottles can be switched at Whole Foods

2009-09-06 Thread Rene Valbuena
do you have to bring the receipt? or will they replace it even if it was not bought from them? thanks, Rene -Original Message- >From: "J. Douglas Way" >Sent: Sep 6, 2009 2:28 PM >To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com >Subject: [RBW] Sigg bottles can be switched

[RBW] Re: Sigg bottles can be switched at Whole Foods

2009-09-06 Thread Rene Valbuena
Thank you very much.-- Rene-Original Message- From: "J. Douglas Way" Sent: Sep 6, 2009 4:37 PM To: "rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com" Subject: [RBW] Re: Sigg bottles can be switched at Whole Foods I did not bring the receipt, nor did they ask for one. 

[RBW] Re: Day of Thanks

2008-11-27 Thread Rene Valbuena
Jim, Thank you for keeping this list on even keel always. Rene -Original Message- >From: James Warren <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> >Sent: Nov 27, 2008 1:33 PM >To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com >Subject: [RBW] Re: Day of Thanks > > >Jim, >The thanks we

Re: [RBW] WTB: Silver 32/36H Front Wheel

2011-07-19 Thread Rene Sterental
Coincidentally, I have a spare front 36 spoked Dyad wheel with an XT hub. Used for a short while until I replaced it with a Dyad 36/SON hub front wheel. Rich built it. Would you be interested? You're not stating what type of rim you're looking for... 26", 650B or 700c? Mine is 70

Re: [RBW] Re: Anyone down for quick Spur of the Moment S240

2011-07-19 Thread Rene Sterental
So sad to say it's impossible for me as well... René On Sat, Jul 16, 2011 at 12:52 PM, ekoral wrote: > aww, i would love to go, but monday is no good for me. > > sorry dude. > eli > > > On Jul 15, 9:38 pm, Manuel Acosta > wrote: > > For those that are interested or have a free day. > > Monday

Re: [RBW] Component Question

2011-07-19 Thread Rene Sterental
AFIK, rear hub width is irrelevant. You can use MTB components on any road frame. Usual caveats apply such as making sure shifters are the same brand as the rear derailer and so on... René -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv Chica Warrior!

2011-07-19 Thread Rene Sterental
This should go on the next Reader!!! Also on EcoVelo!!! Submit it to them with a photo of your bike! Great story and great presence of mind... Hats off to you! René -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, se

Re: [RBW] Wanted: Black Brooks B17

2011-07-20 Thread Rene Sterental
I have one in pretty much brand new condition, only mounted for about 100 miles or so. It's the Champion/Special version with copper rails and copper rivets. $120 including ground shipping to CONUSA. Let me know if you're interested, René On Wed, Jul 20, 2011 at 4:45 PM, Johnny Alien wrote: > L

Re: [RBW] Wanted: Black Brooks B17

2011-07-21 Thread Rene Sterental
My pleasure! Glad you found what you were looking for. On Thu, Jul 21, 2011 at 5:10 PM, Johnny Alien wrote: > Found an imperial but thanks so much for the offer, René. > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To view this dis

Re: [RBW] Bombadil Complete!

2011-07-22 Thread Rene Sterental
Just beautiful! On Mon, Jul 18, 2011 at 12:38 PM, Rex Kerr wrote: > Beautiful... makes me want another Riv, even though I've only had mine > built up for a week! :-) > > I love that bottom head lug!! > > On Sun, Jul 17, 2011 at 11:15 AM, Marty wrote: > >> After a long stretch of travel and part

Re: [RBW] Re: Saddle Sack Medium w/ Nitto Big Back Rack

2011-07-22 Thread Rene Sterental
when my hands are on the bar. The bike doesn't shimmy with the same load on one pannier. Photos will be shared next week. Rene Sent from my iPhone 4 On Jul 22, 2011, at 5:21 PM, Pondero wrote: > I use that set-up on my 56 AHH 650b, and am quite satisfied. Yes, I'd > prefer tha

Re: [RBW] Re: Saddle Sack Medium w/ Nitto Big Back Rack

2011-07-22 Thread Rene Sterental
Is that a smaller 650B frame? On my 61 Atlantis, the rack sits much farther back and there is no way to position the bag properly without having to pull it back quite a bit so it sits tilted. Rene Sent from my iPhone 4 On Jul 22, 2011, at 5:48 PM, Pondero wrote: > Maybe my best side v

Re: [RBW] Re: Saddle Sack Medium w/ Nitto Big Back Rack

2011-07-23 Thread Rene Sterental
I tried the QR already and it didn't work for me. Rene Sent from my iPhone 4 On Jul 23, 2011, at 5:37 PM, Joe Bernard wrote: > Hmm, that's a good idea. I had it mounted to a q/r without a rack, and > it drooped down in the rear in relation to its seatpost strap because > it

Re: [RBW] Re: Saddle Sack Medium w/ Nitto Big Back Rack

2011-07-25 Thread Rene Sterental
n the gravel trail. Everything else is covered with a thin layer of dust during the summer months, although I have to say that the fenders help a lot with the dust as well. Sent from my iPad On Jul 23, 2011, at 3:50 AM, Pondero wrote: > Rene, my 650b AHH is a 56, significantly smaller t

Re: [RBW] Rivendell official bicycle carrying machine

2011-07-26 Thread Rene Sterental
You're a funny guy! Sent from my iPad On Jul 26, 2011, at 3:51 PM, islaysteve wrote: That's awesome, Patrick. I'd love to have one. What year is it? That's quite a modern-looking window behind the cab. You can keep the smiley faces; Riv sticker's OK. -- You received this message because y

Re: [RBW] Re: New Google Groups

2011-07-27 Thread Rene Sterental
Neither could I. iPhone or iPad. Sent from my iPhone 4 On Jul 27, 2011, at 11:14 AM, rob markwardt wrote: > Can anyone get RBW Owner Bunch to load on an I-phone? Not me. > > On Jul 27, 9:46 am, Joe Bernard wrote: >> ...sucks big time. Half the time the page won't load, and the page we >> *do

Re: [RBW] Re: Need your advice -- was thinking of getting a Sam Hillborne for Dad

2011-07-27 Thread Rene Sterental
Here's hoping that this will be my son and I in 20 years!!! Congratulations on what you're doing and like everyone else said, get the Saluki! René -- 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-own

[RBW] Test

2011-07-28 Thread Rene Sterental
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 email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this gr

Re: [RBW] Re: Headset Issue

2011-07-28 Thread Rene Sterental
the right direction, I'd be appreciative. Rene Sent from my iPhone 4 On Jul 28, 2011, at 6:56 AM, Peter Pesce wrote: I had a good LBS install a Chris King on my Sam over the winter after the original Tange started feeling wonky. Granted, the Tange was installed by Riv but set-up by m

Re: [RBW] Test

2011-07-28 Thread Rene Sterental
Thanks! I'll try the long post again... Sent from my iPhone 4 On Jul 28, 2011, at 6:46 AM, Lyle Bogart wrote: 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 &

Re: [RBW] Re: Test

2011-07-28 Thread Rene Sterental
Jim, Do you mean to say that for now, new threads are better started via the web page for the group instead of e-mailing them in as usual? Thanks, René -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to r

[RBW] Yesterday evening's commute and new Hunqapillar!

2011-07-28 Thread Rene Sterental
for more. It would be a shame to sell it as it is pretty much in brand new condition, having been ridden around 20 miles total. Maybe my wife will forget about her if I give her a very nice present! We'll see how it all unfolds, but in the meantime, I'll start building the Hunqapillar

[RBW] Sackville panniers on my Atlantis

2011-07-28 Thread Rene Sterental
e. Tomorrow morning I'm off to RBW to take a serious close look at a 58 Hunqa. Don't ask why. Rene Sent from my iPad -- 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-bunc

Re: [RBW] Re: Test

2011-07-28 Thread Rene Sterental
So have I. My long post seems to have gone through. I wonder if the problems are with new posts submitted via e-mail... René On Thu, Jul 28, 2011 at 10:43 AM, Lisa wrote: > Thanks, Jim, I tried again on the new site and it seems to have worked -- > Lisa > > -- > You received this message becaus

Re: [RBW] Re: Headset Issue

2011-07-28 Thread Rene Sterental
That was the term... Needle bearing headsets! Does anyone know where they can be found? Thanks Pete! On Thu, Jul 28, 2011 at 7:25 AM, Peter Pesce wrote: > I think Jan Heine once said needle bearing headsets help. > I read somewhere that the one he prefers (Miche, I think?) is, of course, > out

[RBW] Another Ghost Shift thread

2011-09-13 Thread Rene Vietto
Hi gang. I've been reading the recent "loosening Sliver shifters" thread with interest. Mine work fine, for the record... just keep tightening the front dérailleur side. Anyway, my wife runs Dura Ace 9 speed bar-end shifters, mostly in friction mode. I recently changed the chain (about 1/16" lo

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