[RBW] Re: Ride Report, Part 1: Portland to Ozette, WA

Did you make it through the whole pack of smokes? --Smitty On Saturday, September 28, 2013 10:56:08 PM UTC-7, Christopher Chen wrote: > > Ride description: > > https://plus.google.com/103698290912864028533/posts/ZdKuyf3iX4h > > Pictures proved it happened, but without captions yet: > > http://ww

[RBW] Re: Pikes Peak S30O

Again with the woodsy adventure... Looks like a hum-dinger of a great time! --Smitty On Saturday, September 28, 2013 6:36:45 AM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Inexplicably, Steve joined me for a second ride, this one a sub-30 > hour-outing, with more LCG ridge climbing, and a wee bit of snow.

Re: [RBW] September SoCal Riv Ride Santa Monica --> History! <--

Enjoyed the sunny pics... while the first big storm of the season raged outside my window. --Smitty On Saturday, September 28, 2013 9:08:18 PM UTC-7, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: > > A pretty amazing time out in the hills today! My legs are shot, and > that's with taking the Topanga Canyon bail

[RBW] Re: Country Bike (in the city) Ramble, Portland: Saturday October 5

A few of us from the list showed up for this. Bikes were ridden in a "Country Bike" fashion. Good times were had. Pics here --Smitty -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bun

[RBW] Re: Will Schwalabe Marathon HS 420 - 700x45 - fit on a 59cm Homer Hilsen?

Maybe 6 months ago... and just for fun I put a 50mm Big Apple on the front of my AHH. It barely fit (no fender). I did not try the rear, but I think it's possible it would have fit. --Smitty On Wednesday, October 2, 2013 8:34:27 PM UTC-7, Eric wrote: > > Looking to see what the biggest tire I

[RBW] Re: Shut down nixes ride opportunities

Agree with Hugh... love the geologic explanations, and it's always cool to see different places... especially if people are getting out on bikes. -Smitty -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] Re: Aspen Gold 3-day trip

Keep the Pics and TRs coming... love every one. -- 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 th

[RBW] Re: Sweater/Top recomendation

My favorite cool weather "sweater" (or equivalent) is a fine thread + tightly woven Pendleton button up. It blocks the wind better than either the sweaters or shirts from Riv. I own/wear a WollyWarm vest sometimes. I also have an Ausie Wool zip-neck that I love and wear frequently. If I were st

[RBW] Re: Ride report: Wasco County Country Ramble / coffee break

We'd love to have you, CB. > > The ride and company were grand. Mostly Rivs and Surlys but we had one Nishiki Safari from 1972 along. The only mechanicals were that the 40 year old leather straps on the Nishiki's panniers weren't up for the constant jostling of miles on gravel. They were replac

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

Me to... I love to see where/how all y'all ride. Keep the pics coming. --Smitty -- 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: PDX Sunrise Coffee Club Tomorrow

Thanks for motivating me out of bed a little earlier than I might otherwise have gotten up. Felt good to get 5 miles and a couple hundred feet climbing in before sunrise... then I got to ride home. Pics --Smitty -- You receiv

[RBW] Re: Ride report: Wasco County Country Ramble / coffee break

Hey Cecily, Bruce is a man of the sea and the land. Often, as on this trip, he brings a sketch book instead of a camera. It's quite impressive to thumb through current and previous books and seeing the personal touch that is not captured in photographs. His blog has the occasional sketch, and

[RBW] Re: new tires for my Hunqapillar: 2.1x29 Maxxis Crossmark

Hi Christian, Nice pics and nice bike. I've been thinking about an off road bike. A Hunq is at the top of my list, but will probably end up with something off craigslist for a couple hundred bucks... it'l be mostly for tooling around with my kids BMX style... jumps, mud, etc. --Smitty On S

[RBW] Portland Area Country Bike Group

It seems Portland area rides happen with some frequency. When they get posted on this list they can get buried or become clutter for those not near Portland. In an effort to focus announcements for Portland area rides, I've created a google group. Mason Hill Rabble Rousers Fan Club

[RBW] Re: Mount Laguna_S240_San Diego, CA

Sounds like a great idea for a trip. I have some great Mt Laguna memories. It would be interesting to return and see if my memories were at all like reality. --Smitty On Monday, October 14, 2013 4:31:56 PM UTC-7, hsmitham wrote: > > Hey SoCal Riv riders, > > I know this is extremely shot not

[RBW] Re: Mount Laguna_S240_San Diego, CA

Don't think this one is in the cards for me. Have fun! --Smitty -- 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.co

[RBW] Re: New to me, Sam Hilborne coming soon.

Excellent! Don't get so caught up in riding that you forget to take/post pictures. --Smitty -- 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-bun

[RBW] Re: Family bike adventure

Love the Riv-ish family adventures... whether to the toy store or bandit s240. --Smitty -- 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+u

[RBW] Re: Advice on choosing a warm coat. Slight topic drift.

I'm a layers man myself... wool and fleece underneath and a shell if conditions call for it. I like the versatility of layers. A Wolly Warm vest is a great insulation investment. I've always been envious of other's down jackets for the weight/warmth ratio. I picked up a patagonia quarter-zip d

[RBW] Re: Advice on choosing a warm coat. Slight topic drift.

I have a silk bag liner. It's ok. Probably adds a few degrees but kind of more hassle than it's worth. My bag is pretty warm and I'm more likely to need to unzip it in the middle of the night than want for more insulation. I use a 3/4 length pad and put a pannier or backpack under my feet if I'

[RBW] Re: Blah Blah Blah Clothing Blah Blah

Insurance boy has been wearing Swrve knickers for a few years. They're great. :-) --Smitty -- 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: Need collectives help on color choice.

Red bikes are faster, obviously, so don't overlook that when making your decision. That said... I believe this Pea Sage Green Atlantis (it belongs to Mike Williams on the list) is one of the coolest looking bikes I've seen... http://www.flickr.com/photos/41335973@N00/9646807447/ It's not just

[RBW] Re: Ride Report: Stub Stewart Overnight from Portland/Hillsboro MAX

Nice report and great pics, Chris. Bummed I couldn't join you. --Smitty On Wednesday, October 30, 2013 10:57:23 PM UTC-7, Christopher Chen wrote: > > Most of you know the route from Hatfield Government Center Station. > > According to the weather talkers, a system is supposed to come in today. >

[RBW] Re: POLL: You like Gray or black housing for your Rivendell? Ferrules?

I generally buy gray housing, but I do use black housing that comes with new levers or whatever. I pretty much use what I have on hand if I have a suitable length. A little mis-matched housing never hurt anyone. --Smitty On Thursday, October 31, 2013 4:09:54 PM UTC-7, Michael wrote: > > 1. Yo

[RBW] Re: Flash San Diego Riv Ride Report

Looks like it was a good one. Enjoyed the pics. --Smitty On Sunday, November 10, 2013 7:01:43 PM UTC-8, hsmitham wrote: > > It happened again another awesome SoCal Riv ride...Met Curtis and Mike in > Del Mar after I dropped off the Atlantis Frame and Fork with Mr. Allen > Wanta in Carlsbad fo

[RBW] Re: What do Rivendell Riders use for tandems?

Me and mine borrowed a Burley tandem for a couple months last summer. Used it as a kid hauler both around town and on a week long tour. Watched CL for 6 months and nothing even remotely suitable came up. After looking at stock models we ended up ordering a custom to better fit 93/78 PBH and 700X

[RBW] Dalles Mountain 3/9

Some of the Portland country bike crew rode the Dalles Mountain 60 route… the day after the actual DM60 event. route info Pics among the highlights were… a 12 mile ascent on a muddy dirt road… sticky fender clog

Re: [RBW] Re: Dalles Mountain 3/9

> > “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep > moving.” ― Albert Einstein > > http://velocipedemusings.blogspot.com/ > > > > > On Mon, Mar 10, 2014 at 5:44 PM, hsmitham > > wrote: > >> Andy, >> >> Looks like a gre

[RBW] Re: Portland, OR: Mount Tabor Mini Ramble TOMORROW, Sunday 6 April

Looking forward to it. Thanks for organizing, Shawn. --Smitty On Saturday, April 5, 2014 9:55:04 AM UTC-7, Shawn Granton wrote: > > Hello all- > > April is here and it's time for a smaller-than-average ramble. This ramble > will happen over, under, sideways, and down Mount Tabor. Meet at Montavi

[RBW] Re: Top 10 Tips for a 1st Timer S24O?

g pack. Some of my tents have a tiny LED hanging from the loops in the ceiling. I like the whole tent to be lit rather than having to hold a conventional flashlight or wear a headlamp. --Andy On Sunday, May 13, 2012 8:25:35 PM UTC-7, Liesl wrote: > > Greetings Fellow Rivsters, Wel

[RBW] Re: Platrack struts

I did this exact procedure a couple months ago. I bent the round part of the struts maybe 1/2 inch above the hole. I used a wood-jawed bench vise and a rubber mallet. It worked perfectly... looks like it came from the factory that way. --Andy On Monday, May 14, 2012 2:24:34 PM UTC-7, Thomas

[RBW] Re: First S36O of the year.

Great trip! Looking forward to rolling with you. --Andy On Thursday, May 17, 2012 8:37:26 PM UTC-7, Mike wrote: > > So the first bike camping trip of the year is done. An absolutely > fantastic two days on the bike with much of it spent in the Mt Hood NF > riding quiet roads. We e

[RBW] Re: My new Rivendell...

Betty lug... score. When December rolls around you can put it to use like this.<https://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/AZKrEKDGKhLaFjEa7uQiENMTjNZETYmyPJy0liipFm0?feat=directlink> --Andy On Saturday, May 19, 2012 1:30:11 PM UTC-7, lungimsam wrote: > > ...lug. They were giving away

[RBW] Re: Pedal strike and platform pedals

h the bike. --Andy On Saturday, May 19, 2012 2:46:20 PM UTC-7, Rex Kerr wrote: > > So, I've been slowly warming to this idea of using platform pedals. I > actually compromised and went half way, using cream colored PowerGrip > straps that Rivendell was selling at the time and the

[RBW] Re: Just Ride

In the long distance hiking community there's a saying "Hike your own hike." It applies equally well to bikes. --Andy On Wednesday, May 9, 2012 11:15:32 PM UTC-7, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery wrote: > > Maybe there should be a spoiler alert here - be advised that I will be

[RBW] Re: TRP Brake Levers?

am curious about the TRP levers. I imagine they're perfectly fine, but my current levers (the econo Tektros that Riv used to sell) work well and are "cool enough", so the upgrade doesn't seem worth it. --Andy On Sunday, May 20, 2012 9:20:34 PM UTC-7, Rambouilleting Uta

[RBW] Re: First S24O of the Year

a bluffs are a good place to start). --Andy On Sunday, May 20, 2012 4:34:49 PM UTC-7, Zack wrote: > > Pics and a quick description over on Google Plus: > > https://plus.google.com/u/0/107423288281080392176/posts/ZVzyLuyY4Du > > I don't think you need to have a google plus

[RBW] Re: Thank you

Hey Manny, Never met you in person but that bike is the perfect match for my mental idea of who you are. Looking forward to pictures of your adventures with Sam H. Cheers, Andy On Saturday, May 19, 2012 9:57:43 PM UTC-7, Manuel Acosta wrote: > > Nothing beats New Bike Day. Rode the new b

[RBW] Re: Child's bike seat?

ar-old in a bobike mini on a recent s36o here <http://youtu.be/cQEX-sfWeXk>. Happy family biking. --Andy On Monday, May 21, 2012 9:09:25 AM UTC-7, Kevin Lippert wrote: > > Looking for some advice on a child's seat to attach to a Bleriot, which > both my wife and I h

[RBW] Re: Crank puller help

igger hammer" ... it should come free with muscle though. --Andy On Monday, May 21, 2012 11:42:44 AM UTC-7, Zack wrote: > > nope. > > i can't get the first part of the assembly all the way into the crank, > there is about 1/3" of threaded stuff left, even if i

[RBW] Re: Crank puller help

on second thought a set of pics is a better idea On Monday, May 21, 2012 11:48:55 AM UTC-7, Andy Smitty Schmidt wrote: > > remove the handle part of the puller and confirm the plug part is ALL the > way in with a big crescent wrench > thread the handle/bolt part back in until it

[RBW] Re: New Hunqapillar

Jealous On Sunday, May 20, 2012 1:46:47 PM UTC-7, Doug Magney wrote: > > Thought I'd share some details with the group of my new 62 Hunqapillar. > I've been commuting with it for a few days now and it's all I hoped it > would be. Feels like sitting in a big oak Morris chair, definitely the >

[RBW] Re: Crank puller help

grease the taper? YES. http://janheine.wordpress.com/2012/04/16/to-grease-or-not-to-grease/ On Monday, May 21, 2012 1:00:32 PM UTC-7, Zack wrote: > > Ok, closing the loop - > > I rode it over to the LBS, as I wasn't getting

[RBW] Re: New build and grease

+1 on the "grease is grease" front. On Tuesday, May 22, 2012 3:44:15 AM UTC-7, Tim wrote: > > I'm doing my first ever new build this weekend. I have a new blue 52cm > Sam coming on Wednesday and all the parts and am building it up for my > girlfriend. So what kind of grease do you guys think i

[RBW] Re: 4ish years. Same picture, Different story each time.

The knot book is my favorite cargo. On Wednesday, May 23, 2012 10:04:02 PM UTC-7, Manuel Acosta wrote: > > Time to update. A fun little project I've been working on for 4ish year. > Same picture, different story each time. > > Pictures proved that I scoured for hours just looking for these pic

[RBW] Re: Bosco Rubbe Nubar on my Hunqapillar... first test

a keen observer will see the wife's Betty Foy in the video.) the BD is my grocery getter and my house is uphill from the grocery store... i.e. coast down empty and pedal up with a load. Assuming the Bosco works out on the BigD, the Albas will go on the Hilsen. Andy "about to get bos

[RBW] Pedalin, Paddlin and Tinkerin (marginally OT)

Under the guise of scouting a good route to Champoeg (pronounced "shampoo-ee") State Park for a family bike camping trip this summer I spent Memorial weekend Saturday on my Hilsen riding the roads and MUPS of Clackamas County. Pics here

[RBW] Re: Pedalin, Paddlin and Tinkerin (marginally OT)

something that splits the difference... just a matter of the project making it to the top of my list. I've been thinking it would be nice to get a folding bike so I can ride one way and paddle the other without having to go retrieve my locked up bike. --Andy On Tuesday, May 29, 2012 12:

[RBW] Re: Bosco Rubbe Nubar on my Hunqapillar... first test

Got my Boscos today. Just finished putting them on the Big Dummy. Did a test ride around the block and made a few adjustments. Second test ride has me loving the ways of the Bosco. Will put up a few pics and more impressions after I get some miles under my belt in the next few days. --Andy

[RBW] Re: Hillborne show bike

my fenders (to 50mm... I think) to get adequate clearance under my Supremes. --Andy On Tuesday, May 29, 2012 9:27:45 PM UTC-7, charlie wrote: > > Just acquired some lime green cloth bar tape which I hope to weave > into a diamond pattern (along with blue tape) on the new green >

[RBW] Re: Pedalin, Paddlin and Tinkerin (marginally OT)

try this link... https://picasaweb.google.com/113148323994353762329/PedalinNPaddlinMemorialWeekend2012?authuser=0&feat=directlink On Wednesday, May 30, 2012 4:44:24 AM UTC-7, MichaelH wrote: > > Andy, I don't get to your pics, just a pop up from google asking me to > create

[RBW] Re: Hillborne show bike

I've posted this pic <https://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/qDU3tkD7sEMWuZqiKMs5ltMTjNZETYmyPJy0liipFm0?feat=directlink>before... +1 to the beauty of the terra cotta tires/green frame combo. --Andy On Tuesday, May 29, 2012 9:27:45 PM UTC-7, charlie wrote: > > Just acquire

[RBW] Re: cameras and biking

getting in the way. Probably doesn't work as well off road. I've contemplated making some sort of handlebar/stem holster for my camera but it hasn't happened yet. If you come up with a solution, would love to see some pics. --Andy On Sunday, May 27, 2012 12:18:35 AM UTC-7,

Re: [RBW] Re: the longer trail

do a little show and tell around his shop. He seemed genuinely excited to be doing what he does. Plus, the fenders he makes are gorgeous. --Andy On Thursday, June 7, 2012 7:30:13 PM UTC-7, stonehog wrote: > > Thanks! Paul Sykes fenders. > > Brian Hanson > > On Jun 7,

[RBW] Re: Women Lurkers! Behold the Pedal Wrench!

re talking about tools that Riv sells... I'm not quite sure how I ever worked on my bikes before I had the 4mm & 5mm screwdriver style allen wrenches. They're so much more convenient in many situations than traditional "L" shaped allen wrenches. --Andy On Thursday, Ju

[RBW] Re: My New Hunq

This post is 98% worthless without pics, but congratulations anyway and I'm sure it's a beauty. --Andy On Friday, June 8, 2012 9:08:30 AM UTC-7, Zack wrote: > > Took it out for a ride last night, first one. > > Just a rolling 20 mile ride, around Burlington, VT. > >

[RBW] Re: My New Hunq

Perhaps the pics wouldn't earn you high marks in a photography class, but they capture the moment and incite envy. --Andy On Friday, June 8, 2012 9:08:30 AM UTC-7, Zack wrote: > > Took it out for a ride last night, first one. > > Just a rolling 20 mile ride, around Burling

[RBW] Re: Portland Riv-ish Ride

Sunday is a busy day on the Pedalpalooza calendar. The GP ride is on my short list though. Perhaps I'll put some list names with faces if I make it. --Andy On Monday, June 11, 2012 3:12:29 PM UTC-7, Allan in Portland wrote: > > Perusing the Pedalpalooza Calendar, looks like the Pet

[RBW] Re: Katy Trail with Wife and Friend

Looks like a great trip. This post adds fuel to my campaign to get out on one of Oregon's Scenic Bikeways<http://rideoregonride.com/inspiration/scenic-bikeways/> for a few days this summer. --Andy On Tuesday, June 12, 2012 7:08:17 AM UTC-7, Kelly wrote: > > Dawn and I jus

[RBW] Re: Albatross OR Bosco

co swap to out of curiosity. They're entirely different bars. If you're thinking you want a more upright position, go the way of the Bosco. If you love your Albas keep 'em. hope this helps. --Andy On Tuesday, June 12, 2012 4:52:04 PM UTC-7, Zack wrote: > > Hey all - &g

[RBW] Re: Green 2TT Hillborne in Salt Lake City

Not me... but I was in SLC last fall and saw a woman ride by on a Betty Foy. It was one of the highlights of the trip. --Andy On Wednesday, June 13, 2012 8:57:43 AM UTC-7, Darin G. wrote: > > Does anyone on this list own the Green 2TT Hillborne with the cream > longboards I saw

[RBW] Re: Bicycle Courier In Love with My Atlantis

No conversation of Riv-Hip-Ness would be complete without these 2 words... Tall Riv. I haven't seen or heard of one but someone will do it if it hasn't already been done. --Andy On Wednesday, June 13, 2012 1:54:55 PM UTC-7, Darin G. wrote: > > I ordered a sandwich from J

[RBW] Rivish Ramble on Monday - PDX

ly to this thread or send Mike or I a message off list. --Andy -- 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/-/PoMNL-roILMJ. To post to t

[RBW] Re: Rivish Ramble on Monday - PDX

amp;iwloc=A>. Expect to be home about dinner time. --Andy On Friday, June 15, 2012 9:12:26 AM UTC-7, Andy Smitty Schmidt wrote: > > In response to the comments in another thread from folks who won't be able > to make it to the Grant P Style Ride on Sunday, Mike (aka Leaf Slayer)

[RBW] Re: Portland Riv-ish Ride

rner... if I choose to find it. Happy Pedaling. --Andy On Monday, June 11, 2012 3:12:29 PM UTC-7, Allan in Portland wrote: > > Perusing the Pedalpalooza Calendar, looks like the Petersen-Style-Ride is > this Sunday. > > http://www.shift2bikes.org/cal/viewpp2012.php#17-2994 >

[RBW] Re: Portland Riv-ish Ride

I took 3 pictures on the ride. Only 1 is worth not deleting... http://www.flickr.com/photos/15966859@N07/7398233282/. On Monday, June 11, 2012 3:12:29 PM UTC-7, Allan in Portland wrote: > > Perusing the Pedalpalooza Calendar, looks like the Petersen-Style-Ride is > this Sunday. > > http://www.sh

[RBW] FS -- Bar, Stem, Shifter, Kid Seat

ment. Please contact me off list with questions, offers, etc. Andy -- 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/-/6qdH1bxco3sJ. To post

[RBW] Re: FS -- Bar, Stem, Shifter, Kid Seat

Stems and shifters are sold pending receipt of payment. Moustache bars and front child seat are still available. --Andy On Tuesday, June 19, 2012 10:07:37 AM UTC-7, Andy Smitty Schmidt wrote: > > Pics here: > https://picasaweb.google.com/113148323994353762329/BikePartsForSale?authus

Re: [RBW] nice kids' bikes

I think the end result of the Rivendell kid's bike was that a prototype was made but in the end it was going to be too expensive for a kid's bike. On Friday, June 22, 2012 2:49:44 PM UTC-7, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: > > A good kid MTB to consider is the Specialized Hotrock 24. I'm very happy

[RBW] Re: nice kids' bikes

The Specialized Hotrock 20 Street<http://www.specialized.com/us/en/bikes/kids/hotrockboys/hotrock20streetboys>is a similar bike with 20-inch wheels. --Andy On Saturday, June 23, 2012 7:53:22 AM UTC-7, singlecross wrote: > > > > We have been happy with a Raleigh Scout 24&

[RBW] Re: Looking for the bag that tops the Platrack

If you can't track down a Slickersack, a medium Saddlesack is about the right size and shape. See the difference here.<http://www.flickr.com/photos/15966859@N07/7398233282/> The Saddlesack is a bit more narrow so fits between drops better. --Andy On Sunday, June 24, 2012 12:35:

[RBW] Re: Bosco bars with reverse brake levers?

not mine... but proof that it can be done<http://www.flickr.com/photos/cnyriv/7389129258/> . --Andy On Monday, June 25, 2012 7:36:16 AM UTC-7, Andrew Letton wrote: > > Has anyone tried Bosco Bars with reverse brake levers? > If combined with thumbie, stem, or downtube shift

[RBW] An Alba, a Bosco, and a Noodle walk into a bar...

Here are a few pics of my recent handlebar juggling project.<https://picasaweb.google.com/113148323994353762329/HandlebarJuggling?authuser=0&feat=directlink> I went from Albas to Boscos on my Big Dummy, and from Noodles to Albas on my Hilsen. It's all good. --Andy -- Yo

Re: [RBW] An Alba, a Bosco, and a Noodle walk into a bar...

The extra lever deploys the Rolling Jackass <http://rollingjackass.com/>center stand. --A On Monday, June 25, 2012 9:42:20 AM UTC-7, jbu...@gmail.com wrote: > > What's the extra lever on Dummy fer? > > On 6/25/12, Andy Smitty Schmidt <54ca...@gmail.com> wrote:

[RBW] Re: An Alba, a Bosco, and a Noodle walk into a bar...

The extra lever deploys the Rolling Jackass <http://rollingjackass.com/>center stand. Thanks for the offer on the albas... I'll hang onto them for the time being. --Andy On Monday, June 25, 2012 9:23:31 AM UTC-7, Andy Smitty Schmidt wrote: > > Here are a few pics of my

[RBW] Re: The Poster--What to do now that you have it

at obscure bike company makes... and by "cherish" I mean "use as often as possible". Put another way... pushpin holes are poster-beausage. --Andy On Tuesday, June 26, 2012 4:32:33 AM UTC-7, islaysteve wrote: > > In anticipation of receiving my poster, I was pondering

[RBW] Re: Noodles or Albas

ly really know if it works for you if you try it. My wife recently declared that she wants Albas on her commuter (an aluminum Kona hybrid that's slowly being Riv-ized), so even though I had a "spare" Alba bar laying on my bench for half a day, I ended up ordering another one. Good

[RBW] Re: Review of "Just Ride."

an me? Definitely not. --Andy On Thursday, June 28, 2012 4:38:15 AM UTC-7, stevef wrote: > > From none other than BIKE magazine, one of the best mtb mags. out there... > > http://www.bikemag.com/news/reviewed-just-ride/ > > Steve > -- You received this message because you ar

[RBW] Re: WTB: Silver Shifter downtube stops

ike has a busy cockpit so the cleaner cockpit on the AHH that the DT shifters allow is pleasant. It also allows for easier bar changes... not that I'm swapping bars on a regular basis, but I like to have options. --Andy On Sunday, July 1, 2012 9:24:40 PM UTC-7, Rob wrote: > > A

[RBW] Re: DT shifter issues

n issue for me to start replacing parts. --Andy On Monday, July 2, 2012 8:24:10 AM UTC-7, Mike wrote: > > So I've been using Silver shifters for a few years now and overall like > them a lot with one exception. When I mount them on the DT on my 63cm > Hilsen or 63cm rando

[RBW] Re: DT shifter issues

e. Funny coincidence is that I shortened 3 other bolts on my AHH over the weekend and the file was still sitting on the work bench. --Andy On Monday, July 2, 2012 11:22:42 AM UTC-7, William wrote: > > Mike > > This is a very common issue with several very simple fixes. I apologize &

[RBW] Re: Slat Grill is poifect for the well-equipped, food-loving S24O

Interesting idea. Thanks for sharing. On Tuesday, July 3, 2012 10:27:51 AM UTC-7, Liesl wrote: > > Hi friends, > > I know there's been some previous discussion of not posting shameless > promotions; however, I really think the Slat Grill is a Rivish item that > you might not ever be aware of ot

[RBW] Re: Betties and Sams and paint choices

ou're overseas, so a trip to Riv HQ may not be as easy. FWIW... We've had "Big Betty" a little over a year and the wife still adores it and loves to ride it. good luck. --Andy On Wednesday, July 4, 2012 8:09:19 AM UTC-7, Earl Grey wrote: > > Can anyone explain

[RBW] Tour De Clack

rench… 1 Women who wrote down "Rivendell A. Homer Hilsen" because her husband is too tall for his current bike and she wants him to get a bike that actually fits a tall guy… 1 Pics tell the rest of the story.<https://picasaweb.google.com/113148323994353762329/TourDeClack?authuser

[RBW] Re: Will a "9-speed" Shimano 105 Derailer work with an 8 speed cassette (friction shifting)?

I think the best course of action is to send the bike to me for an immediate going-over and test ride. My immediate thought is bad chain... either stretched or sticky link. But you say you checked. Is the rest of the drivetrain new? --Andy On Saturday, July 7, 2012 7:45:44 PM UTC-7, Zack

[RBW] Re: Will a "9-speed" Shimano 105 Derailer work with an 8 speed cassette (friction shifting)?

As long as the chain threads through the derailer with a couple hairs of clearance on each side it should be fine. If everything else is new but the cassette, I'll be that's the culprit. --Andy On Saturday, July 7, 2012 7:45:44 PM UTC-7, Zack wrote: > > I am currently tryin

[RBW] Re: Weekend Ride in the Cascades

pics, bike, goats, dog... all of it awesome! Thanks for sharing. --Andy Portland, OR On Monday, July 9, 2012 12:54:21 AM UTC-7, stonehog wrote: > > I have been waiting for the opportunity to get the Hunqapillar into the > mountains for a ride. My wife and daughter went to MN to see f

[RBW] Re: Seattle Tour.

Maybe some sort of east/west hopping over the Cascades. Another over the Cascades route that's been on my mind is McKenzie Pass<http://rideoregonride.com/inspiration/itineraries/mckenzie-pass-scenic-bikeway/> . --Andy On Monday, July 9, 2012 8:11:33 PM UTC-7, Manuel Acosta wrote

[RBW] Re: Today's ramble.

Pretty much every time you post a trip report, Mike, I add another place to my list. Even if it's a place I've been I feel like your pics capture something I missed when I was there. --Andy On Tuesday, July 10, 2012 3:28:44 PM UTC-7, Mike wrote: > > The weather here in P

[RBW] Mid-week s24o

is headed to work... like I was getting away with something. But the best part was the early am fog in the Sandy River valley. It's been warm lately and it felt good to feel cool. pics here <http://www.flickr.com/photos/15966859@N07/7554045552/> --Andy -- You received this message

[RBW] Re: Great American Bike Tour 1975

Next Riv ride... I suggest everyone wear matching sweat suits. I love that the train in the video Patrick linked to can accommodate so many bikes. Someone needs to show this to the folks at Amtrak. --Andy On Monday, September 5, 2011 6:33:16 AM UTC-7, Mike wrote: > > A fun an inter

[RBW] Summer Helmet

I wear a Nutcase helmet in the winter. It's painful to wear when it's warm due to sweat and heat. Has anyone found a suitably well ventilated warm weather helmet that doesn't look like a prop from a sci-fi film. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW

[RBW] Re: Summer Helmet

Thanks for the suggestions. I went by the LBS this morning and picked up a white Uvex Urban. Notably lighter and more ventilated than the Nutcase, and with minimal sci-fi effect. --Andy On Friday, July 13, 2012 3:14:43 PM UTC-7, Andy Smitty Schmidt wrote: > > I wear a Nutcase helmet

[RBW] Re: Niches

My impression is that many folks on this list are in multiple niches. I've read about trikes, recumbents, CF fasties, fixies, cyclocross, tandems, cargo bikes, bike packers, pedi-cabs, kid bikes, touring, randoneuring, and numerous other niches of bicycle cycling on here. --Andy On M

[RBW] Re: Sam appreciation and envy at STP

o prove it happened. :-) --Andy On Monday, July 16, 2012 6:20:23 PM UTC-7, Scot Brooks wrote: > > Living through this last weekend's Seattle to Portland bike ride was > pretty great, and there were quite a few Riv spottings along the way. There > was a couple with two...Atlant

[RBW] Re: Altantis - Trouble mounting a Pletscher double kickstand

Take a file to the kickstand top plate... make a notch just deep enough. I did it 4-yrs ago on my wife's non-Riv daily commuter and no issues. --Andy On Wednesday, July 18, 2012 10:03:10 AM UTC-7, The Cripler wrote: > > Being that I am a habitual bike leaner, I have grown accustom

[RBW] Re: Altantis - Trouble mounting a Pletscher double kickstand

, rather than a "notch" file out a fair curve. --Andy On Wednesday, July 18, 2012 10:03:10 AM UTC-7, The Cripler wrote: > > Being that I am a habitual bike leaner, I have grown accustomed to paint > chips and marks on all parts of my bike. However, I for some reaso

[RBW] Re: Sam appreciation and envy at STP

I believe it was Jim Thill who made a comment a while back about how he loves when a "nice" bike has some less-nice components or accessories. I agree. The tragedy is a bike that's 10 years old and is still new. I've seen FS posts like that on the list here a couple times... Somebody buys a rea

[RBW] Re: Altantis - Trouble mounting a Pletscher double kickstand

RE: kickstand convenience... I went on an organized ride recently. Of the 60 or so bikes, mine was the only one with a kickstand. I'd stand 'er up right in the middle of all the leaning/laying bikes. I think someone commented at each of the 4 checkpoints and at the start/finish. -

[RBW] Disappointing the wife...

f that that actually happened. Pics here<https://picasaweb.google.com/113148323994353762329/DisappointingTheWife?authuser=0&feat=directlink> --Andy -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion o

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