[RBW] Re: Understand your limitations.

2013-03-11 Thread Tom Goodmann
Congratulations--and thanks for sharing your photos and the nuggets of wisdom gained in your quest! "Understand the wonderful healing properties of Slim Jims" is my favorite, at a first pass. --Tom On Sunday, March 10, 2013 11:35:25 PM UTC-4, Manuel Acosta wrote: > > Good time riding to nowhere

[RBW] Re: Betty Foy's new handlebar...

2013-03-12 Thread Tom Goodmann
Elegant, all the way around. And I'm sure all would agree with what you say about bars; I'm going to install cable splitters so that I can experiment all the more easily. Or just change the Sam's personality, as you say. --Tom On Tuesday, March 12, 2013 2:44:41 AM UTC-4, René wrote: > > As you

[RBW] Re: New Rivendell Sam Hillborne

2013-03-25 Thread Tom Goodmann
Beautiful bloo build. I'm going to try Albas on mine (double top tube, however) and install cable splitters, as I have now a set of Noodles to switch out (and the Moustache on an XO-1). A couple of sets of tires, and these two bikes will give me various rides. Here's for the weather for you

[RBW] A nice 59 cm Heron on a certain auction site

2013-03-26 Thread Tom Goodmann
I've been alerted to a clean-looking Heron (59 cm ST) on the auction site; I'll watch closely, and thought others might be interested. --Tom -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

Re: [RBW] A nice 59 cm Heron on a certain auction site

2013-03-27 Thread Tom Goodmann
What a badge! Yeah, I am watching this auction, and hoping for a financially reasonable outcome; the purchase isn't what I might call "necessary," as I am committed to a Sam build already with Riv! But if this Heron is a good deal . . . . On Wed, Mar 27, 2013 at 2:47 PM, reynoldslugs wrote: >

[RBW] First Riv Ride

2013-03-30 Thread Tom Goodmann
On a spectacular day here in south Florida, I enjoyed an excellent afternoon, thanks to Frank Neff (of this board), who dropped by with his Saluki (Albatross bars & 650b wheels) and his Riv custom (Nitto Noodles & 700c) so that I could get some feel for a couple of these bikes. We tooled aroun

[RBW] Re: First Riv Ride

2013-03-31 Thread Tom Goodmann
Ben, I have a new B17 (from Ken Mattina on this list) and am comfortable on it so far; I will get another, or switch it over to my 56 Sam when it is built, along with Albatross bars with cable splitters; I have a pair of used Nitto Noodles here that I hope to change out with the Albatross bars

[RBW] Re: Hillborne finds its true self

2013-03-31 Thread Tom Goodmann
Trevor, a very good-looking bike, and all the more impressive for its ability to carry all that weight (and up high, as well). Beautiful + functional. --Tom On Sunday, March 31, 2013 9:27:26 PM UTC-4, Earl Grey wrote: > > You could also put your bar-ends on some Paul thumbies and keep the > N

Re: [RBW] Re: First Riv Ride

2013-04-03 Thread Tom Goodmann
ck I could see the smile. I hopped on my custom and we were > gone, as Tom said, for over an hour. We swapped bikes a few times along the > way. We "Just Rode", I had a great time. > Hopefully he'll have his Sam soon. > - Frank > > On Saturday, March 30, 2013 9:23:

[RBW] Re: The Rivendell Blues..

2013-04-09 Thread Tom Goodmann
And don't forget the easy-on-the-eyes grey-blue of the Sam Hillborne (unless you have the green, or the orange . . . ). Blue seems a color you can live with for a long time; there must be some neuroscience behind all this. Tom On Tuesday, April 9, 2013 6:43:45 AM UTC-4, Fullylugged wrote: > >

[RBW] Re: OT: your opinion of the Bridgestone RB-T?

2013-04-09 Thread Tom Goodmann
Prices for RBTs seem to be on the rise (no surprise; so's everything, right?) Before I lucked into a Heron--it just arrived yesterday!--I was on the hunt for an RB-T, and anything I turned up in my size (59 cm) was offered to me for no less than $500--and, as Joe says, in "well ridden" conditi

Re: [RBW] Re: OT: your opinion of the Bridgestone RB-T?

2013-04-09 Thread Tom Goodmann
yeah, thank goodness about the size! that Waterford looks like a good deal. On Tue, Apr 9, 2013 at 3:33 PM, Scot Brooks wrote: > And, in perfect harmony with William's statement, up pops a lovely > Waterford on Seattle CL. Thank goodness it's not my size :) > > -- > You received this message be

Re: [RBW] Riv model decoder? New Riv owner

2013-04-12 Thread Tom Goodmann
+1 for RAGBRAI The event has to be at, or around, or just past its fortieth anniversary. I'm doing my first RAGBRAI tour this year, and I'm thinking this Red Riv > will be a sweet companion. > > > > >> >> > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Ow

[RBW] Re: Riv Inspired Motobecane Makeover

2013-04-12 Thread Tom Goodmann
Nice bike; I love the clean lines, and the endless good stories of recycled bicycles . . . what long lives these wonderful machines do have! Aren't bicycles among our best mechanical inventions? On Friday, April 12, 2013 9:47:42 AM UTC-4, WETH wrote: > > Yesterday was gorgeous day; today it is

[RBW] Favorite pedals?

2013-04-12 Thread Tom Goodmann
I notice that bikes new and used often come without saddles and pedals, and I have a pedal choice to make. I've moved beyond clipless (carbon no mas!), though not necessarily beyond clips/straps or Power Grips; riding "naked" feels funny after so many years of being at least in clips & straps,

[RBW] Re: Favorite pedals?

2013-04-12 Thread Tom Goodmann
4, Ron Mc wrote: > > no wonder, those are gorgeous - the much higher end version of the MKS > GR-9 and strapless clips I put on my daughter's bike. > > On Friday, April 12, 2013 9:26:06 AM UTC-5, Tom Goodmann wrote: >> >> I notice that bikes new and used often co

[RBW] Re: Playing Hooky

2013-04-18 Thread Tom Goodmann
Good looking bike along the Great River! On Thursday, April 18, 2013 5:54:40 PM UTC-4, Liesl wrote: > > Hey Eric, Lookin' good on the Mighty Mississippi! Especially when we're > getting gloppy oatmeal snow only two days later. Sheesh! How are you > liking the Simple1? > -- You received this

[RBW] 61 cm Romulus on SF CL

2013-04-21 Thread Tom Goodmann
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/bik/3744149782.html No connection; thank goodness it isn't the right size for me. -- 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 ema

[RBW] Re: A ride report on my 300k brevet on an A. Homer Hilsen.

2013-04-22 Thread Tom Goodmann
Great ride; great read. Thanks for sharing. -Tom/ Miami On Monday, April 22, 2013 7:59:14 PM UTC-4, hsmitham wrote: > > Really liked the Blog report on your ride. Very eloquent prose. > > Best, > > Hugh > Sunland, CA > > On Monday, April 22, 2013 4:41:27 PM UTC-7, Iron Rider wrote: >> >> Thanks

Re: [RBW] Re: Spring Commutes

2013-04-25 Thread Tom Goodmann
Handsome bikes! I really like the front rack set-up on the Hunqa. How do those wooden fenders do on wet days in Rain City? On Thursday, April 25, 2013 2:34:03 AM UTC-4, stonehog wrote: > > It's a semi custom rack made by a local Seattle builder for the Rawland > rSogn. > > http://www.haulinc

Re: [RBW] Favorite pedals?

2013-05-01 Thread Tom Goodmann
The "shoe" side of SPDs offers a nice platform, and the dual-use design is appealing; plus, the darn things just look good. I don't know whether I'll clip in again any time soon, all the same. The MKS touring pedals are classics, I agree; weirdly (I admit), I've been looking at MKS folding pedals

Re: [RBW] Re: Some details on the midwest Riv and Country Bike Rally

2013-05-28 Thread Tom Goodmann
Very sorry to miss this ride! We'll look forward to pictures. Happy and safe riding in the beautiful Driftless, all! --Tom > -- 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 i

Re: [RBW] Re: It is BACK!

2013-06-05 Thread Tom Goodmann
Looks great! So, while you look for time to build it out, you have wonderful art for your wall! On Wednesday, June 5, 2013 9:15:39 PM UTC-4, EricP wrote: > > Another one drooling over the bike. Very nice. Love the blue and the > cream looks creamier than the regular Rivendell version. Could

[RBW] Re: Some details on the midwest Riv and Country Bike Rally

2013-06-14 Thread Tom Goodmann
Marc, Thoroughly enjoyable write-up--and photos, as well. The first one of that rolling countryside got me interested right away. Thanks for sharing. Tom On Friday, June 14, 2013 12:35:38 PM UTC-4, Marc Irwin wrote: > > There are some with the recap I posted on my blog > http://simplecycle-ma

[RBW] Sam H starring in film

2013-06-18 Thread Tom Goodmann
Am I the last person on this list to see this? Apologies if this is old news--haven't found a thread on it. Apparently won praise at 2012 cycling film festival: http://vimeo.com/46103673 Both bikes moustachioed, too. Tom -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: Sam H starring in film

2013-06-19 Thread Tom Goodmann
o. > > On Tuesday, June 18, 2013 8:23:01 PM UTC-7, Tom Goodmann wrote: >> >> Am I the last person on this list to see this? Apologies if this is old >> news--haven't found a thread on it. Apparently won praise at 2012 cycling >> film festival: http://vime

[RBW] Re: Slightly OT: Motorcycle Riding and Bicycles

2013-07-21 Thread Tom Goodmann
BSWP--Andrew--says it well: the two kinds of two-wheelers complement each other. Besides my Sam, Heron Touring, Bridgestone RB-T and XO-1, I ride a 2010 BMW F650GS (the detuned version of the 800 twin); I've been happy on an F650 single before that, and a '94 K75S, the smothest triple I've

[RBW] Fishing for a Heron

2015-01-24 Thread Tom Goodmann
I'm so happy commuting on a 59 cm Heron Touring bike (acquired from a certain auction site) that I am on the hunt for a Road/Rally (60 cm, I think), or Randonneuring model (can't find a geo chart for this model), in case anyone has one for potential sale, either as f/f etc, or as a complete bik

Re: [RBW] Fishing for a Heron

2015-01-24 Thread Tom Goodmann
Thanks, Mike; I've saved this information. Looks like a couple of sizes will work for me with regard to a Road/Rally or Randonneur. --Tom On Saturday, January 24, 2015 at 9:47:16 AM UTC-5, mike goldman wrote: > > > http://web.archive.org/web/20090510044006/http://www.heronbicycles.com/geometry.

[RBW] 650b tires: the fat and the skinny about them?

2017-12-14 Thread Tom Goodmann
I'm the current happy rider of a Curt Goodrich-built Proto Saluki (my friend from this list and I have already traded the bike back and forth once between us) shod with Gran Bois 42s. It's a nimble and quick-turning, and I'd like to play around with tire sizes a bit to see how "roady" I can ri

[RBW] Re: 650b tires: the fat and the skinny about them?

2017-12-15 Thread Tom Goodmann
e Bike to Rule Them All. --Tom On Friday, December 15, 2017 at 6:34:00 AM UTC-5, Belopsky wrote: > > I'll sell you a pair of these: 650x36, > http://www.cyclesgrandbois.com/SHOP/T650_F35_SS.html > extra leger, red. Mounted once. $110 shipped > > On Thursday, December

[RBW] Re: WTB 60 Quickbeam or SimpleOne

2017-12-19 Thread Tom Goodmann
Will send you a PM on a green one, 60 cm. --Tom On Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at 3:26:38 PM UTC-5, nathan wrote: > > I got excited about the Frank concept and was ready to buy, but sadly > couldn't snag a 59 in time. > > So… is anyone selling a 60 Quickbeam or SimpleOne? I'd be able to pickup >

Re: [RBW] Re: several (big) Toyo Hilsens

2013-02-21 Thread Tom Goodmann
Having visited the site, I appreciate the multi-sport, multi-activity scope of the store; I bet it is a great place to drop in. On Thu, Feb 21, 2013 at 7:36 AM, Leslie wrote: > On Tuesday, February 19, 2013 9:58:56 PM UTC-5, Tom Goodmann wrote: >> >> The bikes are not on the

[RBW] Re: Today's Riv-Powered Ride

2013-02-24 Thread Tom Goodmann
Looks like a great way to live a day; thanks for the photos. --Tom On Friday, February 22, 2013 8:00:08 PM UTC-5, Eric Norris wrote: > > Took my Riv Road out for a ride today: > > http://www.flickr.com/photos/campyonlyguy/sets/72157632830200849/show/ > > Apologies to everyone in the Midwest who's

Re: [RBW] Ride Review: The Appaloosa

2013-02-26 Thread Tom Goodmann
Sounds like a happy revelation; congratulations! On Tuesday, February 26, 2013 8:07:22 PM UTC-5, René wrote: > > It will be the Apaliesl!!! Sorry I was out of town and didn't get a chance > to meet you and go on the ride... Here's to next time! > > At least I enjoyed the photos. > > René > > On

Re: [RBW] Re: Ride Review: The Appaloosa

2013-02-26 Thread Tom Goodmann
Agreed, Sho! The way the diagonals swoop to resolution as stays is beautiful, and it sounds like the ride is even better. On Tue, Feb 26, 2013 at 10:08 PM, Shoji Takahashi wrote: > What a great camping trip (thx to all for posting pix)! The first time I > saw the mystery bike, I thought, "whoa

[RBW] Recently joined the group; and now a new Riv [frame] owner

2013-02-26 Thread Tom Goodmann
Just over an hour ago, I snagged the last Sam Hillborne frame from Riv at the sale price; I'm going to wait on the build a bit and think over drops, moustaches, or albies, but am leaning towards the albatross bars as something new for me. But really, I can't wait to try the new ride. Much app

[RBW] Re: Recently joined the group; and now a new Riv [frame] owner

2013-02-28 Thread Tom Goodmann
nd finally the > Albatross, where comfort lives. Good chance you'll like it, too. > It would be fun to swap pics with you down the road. What say? > Ben Guthrie > > On Tuesday, February 26, 2013 9:15:55 PM UTC-5, Tom Goodmann wrote: > >> Just over an hour ago, I snag

[RBW] Re: Recently joined the group; and now a new Riv [frame] owner

2013-02-28 Thread Tom Goodmann
s. Feel free to contact me if you want to try > something out. > - Frank > On Feb 26, 9:15 pm, Tom Goodmann wrote: > > Just over an hour ago, I snagged the last Sam Hillborne frame from Riv > at > > the sale price; I'm going to wait on the build a bit and think over >

[RBW] Re: Recently joined the group; and now a new Riv [frame] owner

2013-02-28 Thread Tom Goodmann
light! > Have fun, whatever you choose. You really can't go wrong working with the > Rivfolk. > > With abandon, > Patrick > > On Thursday, February 28, 2013 9:52:44 AM UTC-7, Tom Goodmann wrote: >> >> Absolutely I'm up for the swap, Ben. I've had w

[RBW] Re: Ram as a light tourer-your experiences?

2015-03-24 Thread Tom Goodmann
Thanks, all, for a discussion that confirms my current effort to buy a Ram frame and fork. I've been looking for a Heron Road, enjoying a Heron Touring model already (though not as carefully built up as yours, Olof Stroh). I got no response to my replies to a CL post for a 58 Heron Road, but a

[RBW] fs: 59cm rivendell all-rounder.

2015-04-27 Thread Tom Goodmann
Sasha, I'll take it! Tom more later back at my computer! -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: fs: 59cm rivendell all-rounder.

2015-04-29 Thread Tom Goodmann
Thanks, Sasha. Thrilled about this! On Tue, Apr 28, 2015 at 1:10 PM, sasha eysymontt wrote: > Sold, thanks Tom! > > > On Monday, April 27, 2015 at 6:32:16 PM UTC-4, Tom Goodmann wrote: >> >> Sasha, I'll take it! Tom >> >> more later back at my compu

Re: [RBW] Re: 59 cm Legolas on CList near me; $1400 f/f/hs

2015-09-05 Thread Tom Goodmann
Happy purchaser here; the seller worked with me nicely on the price when I asked him to reconsider, and he looked again at the recent eBay Legolas sale so, after all, no huge mark-up from the previous sale, and a pretty rare Riv, too. --Thom in Miami On Saturday, September 5, 2015 at 1:52:18 P

[RBW] Re: FS: 56 cm Sam Hillborne

2017-01-15 Thread Tom Goodmann
BTW, double TT, as evident in the photos, and a size no longer offered for this model. On Sunday, January 15, 2017 at 2:31:11 PM UTC-5, Thom Goodmann wrote: > > A 56 Sam in excellent condition, ridden without beausage: really, not a > mark on it. Standard Riv build with Albatross bars, Silver b

[RBW] Re: FS: 56 cm Sam Hillborne

2017-01-15 Thread Tom Goodmann
On Sunday, January 15, 2017 at 2:31:11 PM UTC-5, Tom Goodmann wrote: > > A 56 Sam in excellent condition, ridden without beausage: really, not a > mark on it. Standard Riv build with Albatross bars, Silver bar-end > shifters, Misha's cork grips. $1500 plus shipping for co

[RBW] FS: 59 Waterford/Riv Heron Touring complete bike

2018-12-08 Thread Tom Goodmann
[image: Heron Touring 1.jpeg] I’m selling a silver (or pewter) Waterford Precision Cycles-made Heron Touring bike in very good condition, including everything except pedals and saddle. It offers a stable ride with OS downtube, taking up to a 35mm tire. I have used the bike as a commuter, a

Re: [RBW] FS: 59 Waterford/Riv Heron Touring complete bike

2018-12-08 Thread Tom Goodmann
Miami 33155--I'll put that in the ad; thanks for the reminder. On Sat, Dec 8, 2018 at 9:01 PM Karl wrote: > Where are you located Tom? > > Karl > Nashville, TN > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to a topic in the > Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To unsubscri

[RBW] Re: FS: 59 Waterford/Riv Heron Touring complete bike

2018-12-08 Thread Tom Goodmann
Shipping from 33155, by the way. On Saturday, December 8, 2018 at 8:55:36 PM UTC-5, Tom Goodmann wrote: > > [image: Heron Touring 1.jpeg] > > I’m selling a silver (or pewter) Waterford Precision Cycles-made Heron > Touring bike in very good condition, including everything ex

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 59 Waterford/Riv Heron Touring complete bike

2018-12-09 Thread Tom Goodmann
his up is getting a steal! > > Chris > > > On Saturday, December 8, 2018 at 8:55:36 PM UTC-5, Tom Goodmann wrote: >> >> [image: Heron Touring 1.jpeg] >> >> I’m selling a silver (or pewter) Waterford Precision Cycles-made Heron >> Touring bike in very good

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 59 Waterford/Riv Heron Touring complete bike

2018-12-11 Thread Tom Goodmann
d saddle since then. > > <https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-bDt8rKW/0/2d884bd3/O/i-bDt8rKW.jpg> > > > On Sunday, December 9, 2018 at 7:13:29 PM UTC-5, Tom Goodmann wrote: >> >> Chris, what's your set-up on the Heron? I agree; like anything Riv, you >> can as

Re: [RBW] Soma sale - Triple crankset $28

2024-10-19 Thread Tom Goodmann
I also got one; thanks for the heads-up! Tom On Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 2:28:54 PM UTC-4 Nick A. wrote: > I went for the 175/46-36-26 for the same reason! I've also been quite > happy with the clipped 2x crank. > > On Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 11:43:08 AM UTC-4 Oliver Moss wrote: > >>

Re: [RBW] Re: Fall Photos 2024

2024-09-23 Thread Tom Goodmann
ich model is this? What bars are you using? > > John > > On Monday, September 23, 2024 at 7:37:33 AM UTC-7 Tom Goodmann wrote: > >> [image: IMG_0197.jpeg] >> >> Tour de Farms last Sunday, 9/15; 30-mile loop from Shoreham, VT; faint >> tinges of color near Lake Cham

Re: [RBW] Fall Photos 2024

2024-09-24 Thread Tom Goodmann
024, at 4:36 PM, Tom Goodmann wrote: > > Hi John. That’s what you might call the Proto-Saluki frame for 650b, made > in 2004, I think, by Curt Goodrich. He rode it quite a bit, I believe, > before selling it on another board. From that second owner, another South > Florida list membe

Re: [RBW] “The Art of Taking it Slow” in The New Yorker

2024-09-28 Thread Tom Goodmann
Wonderful story, Leah! Thank you; you’re a very good storyteller, you know. I never miss visiting that shop when I’m in Kalamazoo. Tom On Sat, Sep 28, 2024 at 2:10 PM JAS wrote: > What a great article about Dean and her shop. She is a positive force in > the community with her work to improve

Re: [RBW] By Request: Leah’s Mystery Bike

2025-02-08 Thread Tom Goodmann
As for selling a Rivendell, search "regret" in these conversations! As each Riv design rides distinctively, and all ride well, it is easy to empathize, acknowledging all the same your particular puzzle over plural Platypuses. Tom Atlanta On Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 12:00:51 PM UTC-5 lconle

Re: [RBW] Re: 2025 Philadelphia Bike Expo -- anyone planning on going?

2025-01-30 Thread Tom Goodmann
gt;>> the organizers of Coffee Outside Philly and that’s our weekly which >>>>>>> tends >>>>>>> to turn into a bit of thing during expo. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Last year I lead a pretty fun ride for a few folks from

[RBW] Re: 2025 Philadelphia Bike Expo -- anyone planning on going?

2025-01-18 Thread Tom Goodmann
Last year was my first time going, and I really enjoyed it. The Rivenfolk are great, of course, and I got to meet Leah and Pam, as well as builders such as Jeffrey Bock and Brian Chapman. The morning and evening rides are an added bonus; I also volunteered, which I will happily do again. That s

Re: [RBW] Re: 2025 Philadelphia Bike Expo -- anyone planning on going?

2025-03-05 Thread Tom Goodmann
Sorry you won't be there, Andy (and due to wek, of all things). I''ll be there by noon on Saturday. If anyone would like a pass to the show (good for both days), please PM me, as I have a few. Tom Goodmann Atlanta, GA On Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 7:58:46 AM UTC-5 ascpgh w

Re: [RBW] Re: 2025 Philadelphia Bike Expo -- anyone planning on going?

2025-03-04 Thread Tom Goodmann
; >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> This will be my first time attending the expo and I'm very >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> excited! I plan on bringing my Roaduno. >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

[RBW] Re: SFR 300k last weekend

2025-03-12 Thread Tom Goodmann
Congratulations on completing the SFR 300k brevet, Toshi, and thanks for sharing your easy-to-achieve weight-saving measures; 2 lbs is substantial, given the ease (okay; leaving the costs aside for a moment). Looks like you are planning to do a full brevet series this year. Tom Atlanta, GA On

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