Re: [RBW] Re: Albas & the German Mirror

Eric - I actually tried that mount on my MB3 - worked fairly well, but I bumped it into everything! Next time I would look down there would be nothing but sky, and no way to adjust while riding. Bob On Tue, Aug 20, 2013 at 3:31 PM, EGNolan wrote: > There's always Will's option (on the Mountain

Re: [RBW] Re: Happy New Bike Day (Orange Quickbeam Edition)!

David - the QB is beautiful! Are the shop pictures from the co op you told me about? Bob On Thu, Aug 22, 2013 at 8:57 PM, cyclotourist wrote: > It's a really pristine bike. Has been used, but well cared for. I > pretty much buy all my bikes in that condition (no brand new bike > since 2001), and

Re: [RBW] Riv related items for sale; Riv Readers, grip kings, trunksack, rain pants, splats, etc...

Eric - what size are the rain pants? Bob (Indianapolis) On Thu, Aug 22, 2013 at 3:07 PM, EGNolan wrote: > Alright, I've got a lotta things I need to sell, it's just that time of > year for me, I have pics of some of these things on > flickr

Re: [RBW] Re: Happy New Bike Day (Orange Quickbeam Edition)!

s! > > On 8/22/13, Robert Barr wrote: > > David - the QB is beautiful! Are the shop pictures from the co op you > told > > me about? Bob > > > > > > On Thu, Aug 22, 2013 at 8:57 PM, cyclotourist > > wrote: > > > >> It's a really pristi

Re: [RBW] Re: [BOB] Re: Laptop carriage

Patrick, I have read enough of your posts that I should remember if you are a basket fan or not - but I don't. Since you ask broadly how people carry their laptops I will tell you that after much experimentation I ended up with a big basket in front and a small saddlesack in back. I can pack all ma

Re: [RBW] Re: Saddles - A Weighty Question

As Diane says - don't give up. I have spent days getting my wife and daughters saddles adjusted - and they are all three adjusted differently. The nose tilt is critical and I adjust that in very small increments. Interesting to me, the saddle didn't seem to be as important as the adjustment. Good l

Re: [RBW] My miniature AHH

Diane, I am sure that was a rough ride! I have ridden Marathons for years and I don't think I have ever exceeded 50 psi in the rear. My wife is 5'5" and rides a 49 cm MB3 (26" wheels) with Marathons at 40 psi in the rear and 30 psi in the front. Bob (Indianapolis) On Sun, Aug 25, 2013 at 9:42

Re: [RBW] Re: Gransfors Bruks Hatchets

Liesl - that is a beautiful spoon. I have a piece of Dogwood that I can "see" the ladle in, now to see if I can realize the vision. Bob (Indianapolis) On Tue, Aug 27, 2013 at 7:23 PM, Deacon Patrick wrote: > Beautiful, Liesl! Your skill is inspiring and I suspect may lead to > frustration as I

Re: [RBW] Re: Talk about the rules

Manny, thanks for posting this. I was laughing all through the list*. *Some of the comments remind me that humor doesn't always travel well... Bob (Indianapolis) On Thu, Sep 5, 2013 at 9:48 PM, Jimmy Hutch wrote: > 90/92 rules are complete horseshit. I personally love #12 ( > http://www.velomi

Re: [RBW] Re: Talk about the rules

ember 5, 2013 8:24:58 PM UTC-6, Robert Barr wrote: > >> Manny, thanks for posting this. I was laughing all through the list*. *Some >> of the comments remind me that humor doesn't always travel well... Bob >> (Indianapolis) >> >> >> On Thu, Sep 5, 2013 at 9

Re: [RBW] Re: Talk about the rules

; >> Thanks, Robert. I'm out there all right! I wasn't sure if I should put a >> "grin" on that one, but thought I'd see what happens. Grin. >> >> With abandon, >> Patrick >> >> On Thursday, September 5, 2013 8:39:16 PM UTC-6, Robert Barr

Re: [RBW] Re: Who's drinking the Kool Aid?

It took George's note from Australia to motivate me to respond. Aside from the bicycle pump, Wollongong and Indianapolis sound similar, even down to a bit of rust belt heritage. As I read the earlier responses I kept thinking that I have never had anything but compliments about my Hungapillar, but

Re: [RBW] Happy New Bike Day (Orange Quickbeam Edition)!

David - you have me looking at bikes. I have been riding 40x16 for close to a year. I shift every few months to make sure the RD still works, but those other gears never get used. Bob (I almost bought a Simpleone) Indianapolis On Sat, Sep 7, 2013 at 10:30 PM, cyclotourist wrote: > Heell

Re: [RBW] Re: Pikes Peak S72O

Patrick, as usual your pictures are beautiful and make me miss the mountains. I hope the gray days gave you some comfort (your smile makes me think they did!). Bob On Wed, Sep 11, 2013 at 10:02 PM, Deacon Patrick wrote: > Indeed! The way we say that here is "There's no such thing as bad weather

Re: [RBW] Re: Pikes Peak S72O

cords, shouldn't > you just call it a millennial flood for effect? Sardonic grin. > > With abandon, > Patrick > > > On Wednesday, September 11, 2013 8:20:37 PM UTC-6, Robert Barr wrote: > >> Patrick, as usual your pictures are beautiful and make me miss the >>

Re: [RBW] Re: Practical Racing

Patrick, my commuting colleagues and I have a variation of your race that we do fairly often. On stormy days we watch the storms coming in on weather radar and time our departure for home based on the storm arrival. We almost always procrastinate just a bit too long and end up with a sprint to home

Re: [RBW] Re: Barefoot Friendly Pedals

I love my Grip Kings, but can't think of a good way to make them barefoot friendly. For me they definitely grip, although I have read the many reports of making them grippier. On Fri, Sep 20, 2013 at 12:13 AM, Philip Williamson < philip.william...@gmail.com> wrote: > Those Moto pedals look amaz

Re: [RBW] Too small MB-3, need help with Dirt Drop, bar rec's

Tim, I have two MB-3s, a 55cm that I rode as a commuter and now use as local trail explorer, and I 49cm that my wife rides. I am right at 6', but with a shorter inseam, so the 55 is a bit too small for me, but I have a lot of fun with it. The 49 fits my wife perfectly. I have Alba bars and a dirt

Re: [RBW] For sale: handlebars, pedals, brakes, miscellany

The links don't work for me, nor does the link you posted to Patrick. Bob On Sun, Sep 29, 2013 at 9:23 PM, nathan wrote: > Update: dealing with a technical issue preventing the links from loading. > :( In the meantime, feel free to personally email me to claim a part. > > -nathan > > > > On Sun

Re: [RBW] Aspen Gold 3-day trip

Patrick, the pictures are beautiful, thank you for sharing. On Thu, Oct 3, 2013 at 8:48 PM, Deacon Patrick wrote: > As my wife reminded me upon my return, I've been trying to get out and > immerse myself in Colorado's glorious aspen colors for over five years, but > my brain or daughters birth

Re: [RBW] Re: One day touring

I think I need to go west! Indiana has some beautiful rides, particularly in the Fall, but between this and Patrick's Fall Aspen report I am ready to travel. Thanks for the write up. On Fri, Oct 4, 2013 at 1:41 AM, Manuel Acosta wrote: > As always Anne lovely write-up. Planet of the Apes is ama

Re: [RBW] Re: Winter cycling pants

Winter riding attire can be quite a fashion statement. My preferred cool to cold weather bottoms are shorts with different weights of capilene long underwear layered underneath. It probably doesn't help my look that I also tend to wear my oldest and most tattered shorts in this ensemble. Regardless

Re: [RBW] Re: First Meeting of The Sunrise Coffee & Tea Club

The Eiteljorg for sunrise coffee sounds like a good start to the day. Please let me know when you are planning to meet. Bob On Sun, Oct 6, 2013 at 3:53 PM, EGNolan wrote: > Avery, I usually do them I. Mondays. I'm on the east side & ride downtown > to the Eiteljorg to make coffee. Next week som

Re: [RBW] Thank you for the photos (AKA vicarious rides)

Hope you can ride soon! Bob On Fri, Oct 11, 2013 at 10:45 PM, Manuel Acosta < manueljohnaco...@hotmail.com> wrote: > Ditto. > > -- > 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 fr

Re: [RBW] Re: Tektro brake setup

Michael - I am surprised at your problems with the 720s. My 720s set up easier than any canti's I have used, and I bought them at the recommendation of a friend that had just put them on two bikes. I haven't used Paul's, but compared to the Dia Compe and Shimano's that I have experience with, the

Re: [RBW] Re: Thank you for the photos (AKA vicarious rides)

Patrick - I am delighted to read that you got out - and the aspen looks beautiful. I was thinking about you this morning as my daughter and I worked our way around a nice trail. I let the girls direct the route, and they are quite sure that there is nowhere they can't go on their bikes... On Sun,

Re: [RBW] Pittsburgh night ride

Andy - very nice. Looks like a beautiful night. On Wed, Oct 16, 2013 at 7:53 AM, ascpgh wrote: > A very pleasant group I've ridden with every Tuesday, April through > September has now gone dormant for the dark seasons. Several of us have > decided to keep up the riding under the cover of darkn

Re: [RBW] Re: Rampart Reservoir S24O

Patrick, looks like a good ride, hopefully we can ride up into Waldo next spring. Bob On Fri, Oct 25, 2013 at 11:01 AM, Deacon Patrick wrote: > Yes indeed, Erl. Up until it wasn't, it was a great time! Even after the > construction began, the ride out was stunning -- late light streaming > thro

Re: [RBW] wtb: Rivendell Bombadil ~ 56cm ~ diagatube?

Eric - I love my Digatube Hunqapillar - the bike is a marvel. I don't want to take anything away from the celebrated Atlantis, but you can do anything on a Hunqapillar, and I have to think that the Bomba will be the same. Bob (Indianapolis) On Wed, Oct 30, 2013 at 10:20 PM, Eric wrote: > I post

Re: [RBW] Re: Homer goes to Amish country.

The Amish communities in northern Indiana are heavily bicycle oriented, to the degree that there are some remarkable home-crafted cargo and child carrying bikes. Bob (Indianapolis) On Tue, Oct 29, 2013 at 2:06 PM, Steve Palincsar wrote: > On 10/29/2013 10:40 AM, Ron Mc wrote: > >> curious wheth

Re: [RBW] Re: Highland Day Ride

Patrick, your pictures pull at me - I miss the mountains! On Fri, Nov 1, 2013 at 9:05 AM, Deacon Patrick wrote: > Yeah, Hugh, you'd have to lose the beard mousse and spiced eyebrow wax for > a few weeks lest the scents send me down the mountain. Grin. > > As far as stinking, I read a National

Re: [RBW] Skipping only in high gears.

Patrick - I had a similar problem once, mine was a cable tension problem that was resolved with a slight turn of the rear derailer barrel adjuster. I am not sure if that is what you meant when wrote that you did a fine adjustment with the gear shifter. Bob On Mon, Nov 11, 2013 at 7:30 AM, Deacon

Re: [RBW] Skipping only in high gears.

ay, November 11, 2013 6:42:28 AM UTC-7, Robert Barr wrote: > >> Patrick - I had a similar problem once, mine was a cable tension problem >> that was resolved with a slight turn of the rear derailer barrel adjuster. >> I am not sure if that is what you meant when wrote that

Re: [RBW] Re: Catalogue

As Eric noted the Indianapolis shipment arrived on Saturday. My wife and daughters are pleased that my first words when arriving home are no longer "hello my loves - did the mail come?". It is a wonderful catalog and well worth the wait. On Mon, Nov 11, 2013 at 4:46 PM, cyclotourist wrote: > You

Re: [RBW] Re: Skipping only in high gears.

Glad to read all is well. On Mon, Nov 11, 2013 at 5:35 PM, Deacon Patrick wrote: > Thanks, Doug. My large rear cog is 32, the largest I could get at the time > on an 8-speed. > > With abandon, > Patrick > > > On Monday, November 11, 2013 3:32:10 PM UTC-7, dougP wrote: >> >> Worth keeping mind.

Re: [RBW] Re: Pikes Peak Day Ride

And everyday is a wonder! On Tue, Nov 12, 2013 at 8:22 PM, Deacon Patrick wrote: > Yeah, I didn't buy enough organic pipe tobaccie to keep them in business, > so it's organic cigars for me now. You are right, contentment is the > perfect word for a smoke in a remote and quiet and sunny mountai

Re: [RBW] Re: Flash Ride of Colorado Trail Report

Looks like a good day for all! On Sat, Nov 16, 2013 at 9:51 PM, qwerty wrote: > Enjoyed a fantastic ride and weather (for Nov @ 9,000' elev). Best of > all, I was able to connect with Patrick and get a chance to become a > bit more acquainted. I can confirm that yes, Patrick does indeed ride

Re: [RBW] Re: Any Rivsters here commute more than 10 miles one-way? Cold weather tips?

The synthetic vs natural fiber base layer argument makes the steel vs carbon discussion look polite. It is not an area of compromise. Deacon and I ride the same bike - I wear synthetic and he wears wool. We share the same ancestral homeland and should share the same evolutionary drift - but I itch

Re: [RBW] Re: The evolution of "sizing and fit"

To the OP I would respond that the Patagonia line has shifted a bit. The Snap T used to be a slightly technical piece of midlayer insulation. That niche now belongs to the regulator fleece. If you look on the website you will see "regular fit" casual wear, and "slim fit" technical wear. From what y

Re: [RBW] Re: The intriguing dilemma of having to ride...

Can you stay in the high country just enough to maintain your peace of mind? On Mon, Nov 18, 2013 at 11:56 AM, Ron Mc wrote: > so get after it - you got no choice - where's that smilie? > > > On Monday, November 18, 2013 8:35:42 AM UTC-6, Deacon Patrick wrote: >> >> Fortunately, this one won’t

Re: [RBW] Re: The intriguing dilemma of having to ride...

han home, but no construction), from which there is >>> remote paved road riding, but that carries a lot of risks (namely big truck >>> or motorcycle risk). >>> >>> I don't think I'll risk the remote single track again till spring, even >>> when

Re: [RBW] Re: Hunqapillar Roadish Touring to MTB Conversion

Patrick, I have the wide/low 40X26 crank paired with 9sp 12-36t cassette. While I haven't had the chance (yet) to ride it in the mountains, the setup has been great. Bob On Tue, Apr 1, 2014 at 1:36 PM, Deacon Patrick wrote: > Thanks, everyone! Great help! > > Jeremy, I actually have my B68 in

Re: [RBW] Re: Extent of thread chasing necessary on new Riv frame

That was my experience as well. Some of the posts suggest everyone has not been so fortunate, glad you were. My Hunqa has exceeded all my expectations - enjoy! Bob On Jul 9, 2016 3:52 PM, "Bob B" wrote: > I got my Hunq yesterday and, viola, I'm done building it as of this > morning! (maybe I'll

Re: [RBW] Low Trail Fork Experiment ... FYI only - Not intended to start another debate...

René, Your experiment is remarkable. As a scientist I admire your desire to experiment and learn, It also prompts me to write my first ever response to the Group. I have lurked in the background vicariously enjoying passionate debates about front bags vs rear bags, clips vs open petals, light resp

Re: [RBW] Rayon for Riding?

Patrick, My experience is that hot weather clothing is even more personal than cold weather gear. I have ridden in rayon Aloha shirts, but in Indiana, when it gets really hot and humid I have to have my puckerwear shirts (Patagonia's seersucker). It is important to note that your high humidity wou

Re: [RBW] Rayon for Riding?

Patrick, no rain in central Indiana, but it was a delightful 78 degrees, with 69% humidity on my morning commute. It was a seersucker (not that it helped much) morning. Bob On Fri, Jul 13, 2012 at 11:20 AM, PATRICK MOORE wrote: > Interesting: I did not know that wood fiber fabric was so good. My

Re: [RBW] Re: King Grip Pedals

I am surprised to read about the clicking. I conservatively have 3000 miles on one pair of GKs, and somewhere under 1000 miles on a second pair. Never a click and they spin effortlessly. Most comfortable and functional pedals I have used. On Wed, Jul 18, 2012 at 7:01 PM, Rex Kerr wrote: > Well d

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell in Cycling Illustrated

Scot - very nice, congratulations on the column. I look forward to seeing your column evolve. On Mon, Jul 23, 2012 at 11:12 PM, Forrest wrote: > Nice column and photo, Scot! > > > On Monday, July 23, 2012 2:51:52 PM UTC-5, Scot Brooks wrote: >> >> So I've managed to infiltrate the world of Cycli

Re: [RBW] Image Request: Boscoe Bars from Above

Rob, I have Alba bars on my MB-3 and they are perfect for me. I was tempted by the appearance of the bullmoose and Bosco bars, but just for a moment. If I were setting the bike up now I would probably get the Boscos, but I think we are talking degrees of design perfection. If no overhead of the B

Re: [RBW] Re: Grant on Brian Lehrer

No way am I going to enter the helmet wars. I do want to say that one of the reasons that I follow this group is that its most regular contributors are collegial. Civil discourse is rare these days and it is good to read your collective thoughtful opinions. Today's Yehuda Moon is remarkably appropr

Re: [RBW] Re: Dave Eggers reviews Just Ride

The Eggers review was timely. I am still suffering a stitch in my side from encountering an apparition in turquoise blue coming at me on a bike lane in a normally quiet residential neighborhood yesterday. I had just come off the tow path and was on my way home when I saw it coming at me. It had bee

Re: [RBW] Nice ride

early to make sure I can go down the path at the speed I want to travel. The ride home is always therapeutic. On Fri, Aug 3, 2012 at 5:09 PM, Tim McNamara wrote: > > On Aug 1, 2012, at 9:06 PM, Robert Barr wrote: > > > Thomas, we must have been following the same morning star

Re: [RBW] Re: OT but brings a tear to my eye

Tom - thank you On Mon, Nov 25, 2013 at 7:53 AM, ascpgh wrote: > Awesome. You never realize the magnitude of power you can unleash in > simple kindness. > > One locally from this year: A Bike for > Michael

Re: [RBW] Re: Albatross bar and stem length?

I agree with Jay. I have his old 10 and it fits me well. But I think it all depends on the initial sizing - did you go big Riv or smaller? On Mon, Dec 30, 2013 at 6:37 PM, Joe Bernard wrote: > I had that setup on an AHH that was already a bit big on me (read: longish > toptube). I ended up sel

Re: [RBW] Re: Albas & Thumbies setup

"That's the same Tennyson poem you quoted the last time... " it is lines like this that make this the only forum/blog I regularly read. Forgive me for going OT, but the cast of characters on this list always makes me smile. It is the most civilized, whilst opinionated and curmudgeonly forum I can i

Re: [RBW] Re: The why post? You decide.

Bosco Bars, mindfulness, Bhagavad Gita, St Ignatius, and a touching reminder of why it all matters. Thank you Hugh. On Thu, Jan 23, 2014 at 5:45 PM, Eunice Chang wrote: > Thanks for your words, Hugh. There is no easy way to deal with this, but > doing what you love always seems to be the right

Re: [RBW] Re: The why post? You decide.

> Patrick > > > On Saturday, January 25, 2014 9:43:08 AM UTC-7, Robert Barr wrote: > >> Bosco Bars, mindfulness, Bhagavad Gita, St Ignatius, and a touching >> reminder of why it all matters. Thank you Hugh. >> >> >> >> On Thu, Jan 23, 2014 at 5:45 PM, Eu

Re: [RBW] Re: The why post? You decide.

ll ... > what?" as that is a joke I give my kids a hard time with quite often. Grin. > > With abandon, > Patrick > > > On Saturday, January 25, 2014 3:18:01 PM UTC-7, Robert Barr wrote: > >> Patrick, when Chris wrote about living in the moment and looking with &

Re: [RBW] Re: Looking for my first Rivendell

Patrick - I think the Hunq is very light feeling and agile. I was amazed when I first pulled mine out the box, my analogy will seem odd - but it looked like a strung bow. A friend that regularly rides a Quickbeam was amazed by the feel and ride of the bike. I am a commuter, and I agonized over whet

Re: [RBW] Re: Un-racer compact crankset question.

Patrick - In your note you wrote " meet your esthetic standards...". I like the look of the Sugino guard, and have two bikes with them, and am ready to order a third. I don't care for the look of the bbgbashguard products (or most other guards), and will stay with the Sugino despite the price diff

Re: [RBW] Re: Un-racer compact crankset question.

I suspect there are a number of places to buy the Sugino guard - I would buy it here: https://www.rivbike.com/product-p/chrg.htm. On Sat, Aug 16, 2014 at 11:01 PM, Jim Bronson wrote: > Where does one purchase the Sugino guard? > On Aug 16, 2014 9:52 PM, "Robert Barr" wrote: &

Re: [RBW] Re: Rise of the Halo Bicycle

And then there are these "most beautiful" bikes: http://www.bbc.com/autos/story/20140821-the-10-most-beautiful-bicycles?ocid=global_bbccom_email_22082014_autos On Fri, Aug 22, 2014 at 9:35 AM, Ron Mc wrote: > Don't worry, McLaren is steel reeling over the Porsche 917 > > > On Wednesday, August

Re: [RBW] Re: Ring the Peak Birthday Ride

Happy birthday Patrick! On May 10, 2014 6:32 PM, "DS" wrote: > Nice light and great add to the setup. Happy Birthday! > > On Thursday, May 8, 2014 2:19:56 PM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote: >> >> Headed out at 4am this morning sporting my new birthday light (B+M Ixon >> IQ). Roads are wondrously qui

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv Owner Qualifications

Interesting, I read Grant as saying " this works for me - if it helps you use it, but find your own path". On Tue, Jun 24, 2014 at 9:25 PM, Cecily Walker wrote: > > > On Tuesday, June 24, 2014 7:03:38 AM UTC-7, Ron Mc wrote: >> >> yep, grant is the leader and we're all just followers. >> > > *b

Re: [RBW] Re: Overheard at a bike shop

In Indianapolis it seems more like 20s on Surly and 50+ on Madone or Cervelo. On Tue, Jul 1, 2014 at 1:33 PM, redsydude wrote: > When I was stationed at Hill AFB, Utah in the 1980s all my friends were > skiers so I randomly walked into a sporting goods store and, with the help > of a salespers

Re: [RBW] Re: Sign I need 1/8 Chain vs. 8-speed?

That foot looks well used even before the incident. On Sun, Jul 13, 2014 at 10:40 PM, Liesl wrote: > Patrick, I'm so glad it wasn't worse on your toe!!! Perhaps your toe and > my finger should chat! -RCW > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RB

Re: [RBW] Re: Coincidentia Oppositorum; NYT Tour photo-retrospective.

Patrick - I can't speak to the motorcycle rider, but thanks for posting the link to the pictures - I enjoyed them. Bob (Indianapolis) On Fri, Jul 25, 2014 at 7:36 PM, Deacon Patrick wrote: > Hair? What is this strange thing of which you speak? Besides, how would > riding in a convertible dishev

Re: [RBW] Re: Hupe or Fender for saddlebag support (if it rides too low)?

Keith, I bought a Wire Guard for the same reason you list. There was the potential for some cable rub on the small Saddlesack that I use on my Hunq. A top rack seemed overkill, and the Hupe didn't look like it would fit a small Saddlesack. I have only used the wire guard for 3 days, but I think i

Re: [RBW] Optimal clearance for metal fenders...

Rene, I struggled with the fenders on my Hunqapillar. My thoughtful wife bought me some hammered VOs as a gift because I had mentioned that I thought they would look great on the Hunq. And they would have - but with 47-622 Marathons there wasn't a mm to spare. My normal commute takes me down a gr

Re: [RBW] Re: OT - Family Biking

I always enjoy Smitty's posts. Some of my favorites have been about riding with children. Riding with children is to me a wonder. After exploring our options - Dummy and others..., my wife and I went with a Joe Bike, a Portland assembled boxbike. It was great fun that passed too quickly. But the ad

Re: [RBW] Optimal clearance for metal fenders...

t might even be a tight > fit for Rene's 50 mm Duremes. Here's a link to their fender page. I > > http://store.velo-orange.com/index.php/accessories/fenders.html?p=1 > > In the past my metal fenders have all been from VO and I've been happy > with them. > > Aar

Re: [RBW] Re: Latest and greatest HC poster art

very nice! On Thu, Mar 21, 2013 at 1:05 PM, William wrote: > Congratulations, Jim. That is a splendid poster for Hiawatha Cyclery. > > > On Thursday, March 21, 2013 10:02:34 AM UTC-7, Jim Thill - Hiawatha > Cyclery wrote: >> >> Jeez, I love this one. >> http://hiawathacyclery.**blogspot.com/20

Re: [RBW] Re: Tips for Removing Cork Grips?

I am 0/4. The last two sets came off in small pieces. This time I used less Gorilla Glue! On Fri, Mar 29, 2013 at 7:46 PM, Matthew J wrote: > VERY CAREFUL! I've succeeded once out of maybe four tries. > > -- >>> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google >>> Group

Re: [RBW] Recommended 26" tires

David, I agree with Manny, for commuting Marathons are workhorses. I hate to write this for fear my hubris will bring down the wrath of the tire Gods, but I think it has been 5 years since I had a flat, and that flat was a rim tube pinch as a result of a hurried rim tape job. It reads like you are

Re: [RBW] New AHH build drivetrain problem

My experience is the same as Dans - been through it with two different bikes. Bob On Thu, Apr 11, 2013 at 2:39 PM, Dan Abelson wrote: > I would look at the silver shifters first. In my experience unless you set > the cable tension pretty high they tend to cause skipping. > > Dan Abelson > St. P

Re: [RBW] LBS Love...

I am fortunate, the LBSs that I have visited in Indianapolis have all been very professional and interested in helping me with my needs. I have one shop that I prefer. I consider the owner a friend, and he makes a really fine wheel, but his shop is not close to my home. That means I visit a lot of

Re: [RBW] For the love of Albas

My observation as well. My commute is maybe a mile shorter than yours, it doesn't matter if I am on my MB3 or the Hunqapillar. Bob (Indianapolis) On Wed, Jul 3, 2013 at 10:34 AM, Christopher Wiggins wrote: > I've noted over the last couple of years, that my commute is unaffected by > wheel size,

Re: [RBW] Re: Albas and Saddle Width

B17 works very well for me. I have a B17 and Albas on an MB3 and a Hunqapillar. Bob (Indianapolis) On Wed, Jul 3, 2013 at 3:21 PM, Larry H wrote: > I've thought about it. The B68 has been discontinued by Brooks so its > hard to find a new one. > > > On Wednesday, July 3, 2013 11:53:14 AM UTC-

Re: [RBW] Re: Running Amok in Portland

David - looks like a good trip. I like the tandem - been thinking about one or two of those as my daughters get older. Bob (Indianapolis) On Wed, Jul 3, 2013 at 7:49 PM, cyclotourist wrote: > First such trip in 12 years... not too shabby! > > Three bikes, although one has two seats: > http://ww

Re: [RBW] For the love of Albas

I think I am converted for good, but I also think bars are a very body specific/riding style specific choice Our friends at Riv patiently (very patiently!) worked with me through many iterations of Noodlles and M-bars. How wide, how high... I even had to try the Bull Moose. Once I had ridden Albas

Re: [RBW] poll: what do you have on your rack (s)?

A On Fri, Jul 5, 2013 at 9:27 PM, Benz, Sunnyvale, CA wrote: > Have you considered Ortlieb panniers, especially the "classic" kind? Those > can get absolutely filthy, but a strong blast of water from a hose with > maybe a light swipe of a brush will return them to almost pristine > condition. Yo

Re: [RBW] For the love of Albas

We can do that - I also would like to visit your shop. On Fri, Jul 5, 2013 at 10:23 AM, Christopher Wiggins wrote: > I would love to see that Hunqa! > > > On Wednesday, July 3, 2013 4:09:48 PM UTC-4, Robert Barr wrote: > >> My observation as well. My commute is maybe a mi

Re: [RBW] poll: what do you have on your rack (s)?

13 at 9:55 PM, Robert Barr wrote: > A > > > On Fri, Jul 5, 2013 at 9:27 PM, Benz, Sunnyvale, CA > wrote: > >> Have you considered Ortlieb panniers, especially the "classic" kind? >> Those can get absolutely filthy, but a strong blast of water from a hos

Re: [RBW] poll: what do you have on your rack (s)?

Like so many discussions I have followed with this group, it is informative and helpful to read what solutions others have found. Baskets work best for me. The large front basket holds my book bag easily and allows me to put a raincoat or fleece on top for easy access.I also have reusable bags that

Re: [RBW] poll: what do you have on your rack (s)?

I hadn't thought of that, could be good for overnights with the family! Bob On Sat, Jul 6, 2013 at 11:48 AM, Patrick Moore wrote: > Nah, the shopping cart I haul behind my bike takes up the overflow. > > Patrick Moore, geeking out to the max in rainy ABQ, NM > > > On Sat, Jul 6, 2013 at 9:39 AM

Re: [RBW] Do you find you ride slower with Albas than with drops?

No, I think my experience is similar to Jay's, a few minutes here or there. But I also don't ride for speed. Bob (Indianapolis) On Sun, Jul 7, 2013 at 10:51 PM, Peter Morgano wrote: > Exactly, I could ride a funny bike with huge TT bars if I just wanted to > go fast. I would rather be comfortab

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

I am with Deacon Patrick. The Hunqapillar is a marvel, and a do-it-all bicycle for me.Bob (Indianapolis) On Sun, Jul 7, 2013 at 9:26 PM, hsmitham wrote: > Doing it with my 58cm 650b Hilsen, tour bike, daily ride et al. Though I > have plans... > > ~Hugh > > > On Friday, July 5, 2013 1:40:54 PM

Re: [RBW] Little Saluki and Boscos after the storm

Looks like a beautiful hackberry, always sad to see the ancestors fall.Bob (Indianapolis) On Sun, Jul 7, 2013 at 4:16 PM, Liesl wrote: > Here's my 50 cm Saluki with 55 Boscos, a 13cm Tallux stem, shimano MTB > silver levers, and ergon grips. Will add brown Newbaum tape and and > currently sew

Re: [RBW] poll: what do you have on your rack (s)?

31 AM, Allingham II, Thomas J < thomas.alling...@skadden.com> wrote: > Large basket on a Mini Rack? Do you find it stable when fully loaded? > > > > On Jul 5, 2013, at 10:25 PM, "Robert Barr" wrote: > > Please excuse the miss send. I have a large basket

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

beautiful - I love the orange On Mon, Jul 8, 2013 at 12:35 PM, jimD wrote: > I have more than 1 bike but my Riv custom is the one that gets ridden the > most. > http://www.flickr.com/photos/rasterdogs/sets/72157604146015375/ > > If I ever put fenders on it I'll not keep the others. > > It would

Re: [RBW] Re: Sunday S24O

Deacon, I thought about you on the 4th and hoped you had gone into the high country. I know too many people that need to escape that noise. I am glad you found relief - albeit a bit late! Bob (Indianapolis) On Mon, Jul 8, 2013 at 8:58 PM, Christopher Chen wrote: > I'll second Deacon's comment r

Re: [RBW] Re: First Riv in the wild

This thread is timely. As I rode home last Wednesday I met up and rode for a bit with a near neighbor that rides a beautiful Sam-orange Atlantis. As we rode we talked about the Riv's that we see in our small area of Indianapolis. As of the last spotting we have seen 4 Quickbeams, 2 Atlantis (i?), a

Re: [RBW] Re: Tire Pressure Surprise

Deacon, there is a spreadsheet calculator built that uses the data from Jan's extension and discussion of Frank Berto's earlier work. You can access it at http://www.biketinker.com/2010/bike-resources/optimal-tire-pressure-for-bicycles/. Read the post and then click on "tire pressure calculator" in

Re: [RBW] Re: Tire Pressure Surprise

A little reader tells me that the original poster was Phillip aka Bike Tinker. Thank you Phillip. Bob On Tue, Jul 9, 2013 at 2:34 PM, Robert Barr wrote: > Deacon, there is a spreadsheet calculator built that uses the data from > Jan's extension and discussion of Frank Berto's e

Re: [RBW] Re: Terrible News

Very sad news On Tue, Jul 9, 2013 at 3:24 PM, Peter Morgano wrote: > Sounds like a Drunk Driver to me. What a loss, RIP to a cool cat. > > > On Tue, Jul 9, 2013 at 3:20 PM, Deacon Patrick wrote: > >> Wow. "... the car ... slowed quickly and swerved before hitting Vidal." >> Evil. Absolutely ev

Re: [RBW] Re: Tire Pressure Surprise

iketinker.com > > > On Tuesday, July 9, 2013 12:28:27 PM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote: >> >> Thanks, Bob and Philip! My main gage is to have enough pressure to not >> get snake bit on rocks or roots, but not a whole lot more than that. >> >> With abandon, >&

Re: [RBW] Re: Terrible News

The postcards that this group and others in the Riv world sent to my late friend Nick Cassell, were initially a source of great encouragement for him, and when he died, for his his family and friends. His son arranged all the post cards on two panels that were prominently displayed at his memorial

Re: [RBW] Re: good ride

Beautiful - thank you for posting. Bob On Thu, Jul 11, 2013 at 3:59 PM, erik jensen wrote: > Glad you all enjoy the photos -- I'm already looking for other lines out > there... Amazing country indeed. > > Cheers, > > erik > > > On Thu, Jul 11, 2013 at 11:58 AM, doc wrote: > >> My oldest son a

Re: [RBW] Bikepacking with kids

Me as well Patrick. My eldest daughter will be 11 in August. My daughter's (my younger daughter will be 8 in August) have been a wonder to me since they were born. We have progressed to riding the local trails as a family and with the pleasure they seem to have in riding together, I have no idea wh

Re: [RBW] Bikepacking with kids

If we are wise we learn from children On Fri, Jul 12, 2013 at 9:52 PM, Deacon Patrick wrote: > Happy to share our experience. She's both excited and apprehensive, so > she's already wiser than I am. Grin. > > With abandon, > Patrick > > > On Friday, July 12,

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