Re: [RBW] Re: Albastaches, how're you liking them?

I'm not understanding the problem with descents on M-bars (new or old). I find that hands up in the hooks portion is incredibly natural, sort of like a mountain bike bar on descents. Your weight gets pushed onto it and it's really secure and able to grab the brakes. It's the best feature of the M's

Re: [RBW] Re: Albastaches, how're you liking them?

Interesting... yes, much closer together than on a wide MTB bar. I ride in singletrack all the time, and not been a problem, but YMMV on that :-) On 9/2/13, Mike wrote: > > > On Monday, September 2, 2013 9:53:41 AM UTC-7, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: >> >> I'm not understanding the problem with des

Re: [RBW] Re: Albastaches, how're you liking them?

t in bar ends -- or mtb > bars with bar ends -- which all reverse the brake position, putting levers > closest to the saddle, are the best solution if you want both an extended > position and a close-in braking position. > > On Mon, Sep 2, 2013 at 10:53 AM, cyclotourist > wrote: &g

Re: [RBW] Re: Grin Fundo pics?

Mr. F. Fox tells me that I am unable to connect to your server. A full week and I can't bare to wait any longer! On 9/2/13, Philip Williamson wrote: > It took a week and a national holiday to get it together, but here's my > write-up on the ride-up. > http://www.biketinker.com/2013/rambles/rivend

Re: [RBW] Re: Grin Fundo pics?

And... now it's working. On 9/2/13, cyclotourist wrote: > Mr. F. Fox tells me that I am unable to connect to your server. A full > week and I can't bare to wait any longer! > > On 9/2/13, Philip Williamson wrote: >> It took a week and a national holiday to ge

Re: [RBW] Re: When is a tire too big?

I really like the Resist Nomads that measure a bit larger than 40mm, but I notice a negative effect on handling with them. A lot more wheel flop over the 35mm Paselas I normally use. The extra mass and geometry change, while not much on paper, has quite an impact in the real world. So I like everyt

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

My favorite "suggestion" was from a bloke looking at my Quickbeam. He suggested I would be faster if I switched to clipless pedals. I pointed out that I would be even faster with derailers. On 9/7/13, Bruce Herbitter wrote: > Finished up a small group ride today. I was 2d into the finish, behind

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

why I have gears on the other ones! (I tend to remember why when I hit a steep hill) Today's ride on top: http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist On 8/29/13, Peter Morgano wrote: > I too own an orange bombadil, it is amazing. > On Aug 29, 2013 8:40 PM, "Leslie" wrote: >

Re: [RBW] Re: When is a tire too big?

There's a Fargo FS locally I've been really looking at, but think it might be too solid a build for what I want. A Vaya might be just the trick... On 9/7/13, Eric Platt wrote: > Interesting. As I said many times in past, never found the Fargo > ponderous. In fact, for me and my riding style, it

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

and roads home. All this before >> 9:00! >> >> Riding this fantastic bike makes me wonder why I have gears on the other >> ones! >> (I tend to remember why when I hit a steep hill) >> >> Today's ride on top: http://www.flickr.com/photos/cycloto

Re: [RBW] Re: chain compatibility ?

That drivetrain is AWESOME! On 9/7/13, Ron Mc wrote: > hi guys - thanks - this is on my go-fast. I actually have quite a > hodge-podge, and quite proud of how well it all works together. Currently > running a '79 Shimano 600 EX RD with 8-speed freewheel, 9-speed hollow-pin > chain and Daytona "

Re: [RBW] Re: Roadeo as Commuter

Obviously bike prOn. On 9/8/13, William wrote: > We can't check it out. Your link points us to a private flickr page. > > you tease > > On Sunday, September 8, 2013 7:59:58 AM UTC-7, Trevor saxton wrote: >> >> So I have raised enough capital to complete my Betty Foy project, however >> >> the Bo

Re: [RBW] Ride/Camp Report: Carbon River Valley, Mt. Rainier Nat'l Park, 29-31 August 2013

Quite the adventure packed into a few days! Sorry to hear about the bike, that's what happens when you ride carbon (river valley). On 9/8/13, Shawn Granton wrote: > On Sun, Sep 8, 2013 at 12:23 PM, Mike Schiller > wrote: > >> ...The rSogn was never intended to be a touring bike BTW. Skinny tubes

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

e 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] Happy New Bike Day (Orange Quickbeam Edition)!

w 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: >> >>> Heelll

Re: [RBW] Re: Mt Diablo

Harry H has a few pics, here's one: http://www.flickr.com/photos/haircow/9705672206/ On 9/9/13, Joe Bunik wrote: > I believe this video is from a cam on the north peak towers... > http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2z2BX8aaeY4 > > On 9/9/13, Jeremy Till wrote: >> Here's what it looked like from the

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

Speaking of such... September in Santa Monica is always nice... On 9/9/13, Hugh Smitham wrote: > The cult of SoCal Riv riders a beer drinking we will go...err pedal. > > ~Hugh "I Love the froth on my stash" Smitham > > > > On Mon, Sep 9, 2013 at 7:10 PM, Mike Schiller > wrote: > >> not too inter

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

14, 15, 18, 19 anyone? On 9/9/13, cyclotourist wrote: > Speaking of such... September in Santa Monica is always nice... > > On 9/9/13, Hugh Smitham wrote: >> The cult of SoCal Riv riders a beer drinking we will go...err pedal. >> >> ~Hugh "I Love the froth on

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

I'm probably not around that weekend. On 9/9/13, Hugh Smitham wrote: > Oh David twist my arm. I'm free on Saturday the 22nd. > > > > Hugh > Sunland, Ca > > > On Mon, Sep 9, 2013 at 8:17 PM, cyclotourist > wrote: > >> Speaking of such... Septemb

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

> >> 14, 15, 18, 19 anyone? >> >> On 9/9/13, cyclotourist > wrote: >> > Speaking of such... September in Santa Monica is always nice... >> > >> > On 9/9/13, Hugh Smitham > wrote: >> >> The cult of SoCal Riv riders a bee

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

n Sep 9, 2013, at 8:57 PM, cyclotourist wrote: > >> 15th? >> >> On 9/9/13, Mike Schiller wrote: >>> I'm open any day except the 14th. Fridays are better as theer are more >>> Metrolink trains scheduled but I can make Sat or Sun work too. >&g

Re: [RBW] Sustained an attack from Goat qaeda.

Yes and yes. On 9/9/13, Philip Williamson wrote: > Stan's is less mess and weight than Slime? (Insert TMs where appropriate). > > Philip > www.biketinker.com > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To unsubscribe from this g

Re: [RBW] Re: It's like having a brand new bike!

A new-new bike, how fantastic. It looks a lot more useful, while being cleaned up. White tires are hawt! What you gonna do with the old mud-guards? On 9/10/13, Cecily Walker wrote: > Lovely - enjoy that almost new bike feeling! > > On Tuesday, September 10, 2013 1:03:39 PM UTC-7, SMP wrote: >> >>

Re: [RBW] Rambouillet on ebay.

I would agree with gorgeous adjective, but not touring. Lugs =/= touring bike. On 9/10/13, John L wrote: > No affiliation with the seller, but looks reasonably priced and set up to > be a pretty sweet go fast bike. My size, too. So, maybe someone should > buy it so I don't? > > LINK

[RBW] Yet another virtual new bike

n, all built up and purdy like: http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/9725959335/ -- Cheers, David "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To uns

Re: [RBW] Re: Yet another virtual new bike

It shouldn't slow me down too much :-) I have the Albas, but need a Technomic non-dlx stem, and some shifters. Will try to find some XT 7 speed thumb shifters, or maybe some Paul's Thumbies and covert my bar ends (anyone, anyone, Buehler, Buehler...). You know, I had all this stuff at one tim

Re: [RBW] Stan's - In Tubes?

Jim, I run Stan's tubeless, and love it. I also put some in a couple tubes to see how it worked, and so far no flats. I've read it doesn't do so well in _tubes_ as the friction between the tube and tire will rip off the latex scab that forms. YMMV, I have no data points on that. I have also read th

Re: [RBW] Re: Want to Buy WTB dirt drops

Here's a handy visual showing how dirt drops (lower case) are best set up: http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/4576760855/ On 9/13/13, Clayton wrote: > > > <https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-NsyviQvsrVQ/UjNNyV72YBI/ACs/SBpPDWpoikk/s1600/IMG_0219.JPG> > I

Re: [RBW] Re: Want to Buy WTB dirt drops

I'm here to help... On 9/13/13, clayton bailey wrote: > Thanks for the link! > > > > ____ > From: cyclotourist > To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com > Sent: Friday, September 13, 2013 4:45 PM > Subject: Re: [RBW] Re: Want to Buy WTB

Re: [RBW] Re: Minimalist Riding Shoes

The Loulus are supposed to be pretty nice for minimalist office-wear: http://www.patagonia.com/us/product/mens-loulu-shoe?p=79513-0-520 On 9/14/13, Ron Mc wrote: > on my caged pedals I have to wear shoes with shanks - Chrome - part of that > > is riding on the ball of my foot. With Grip Kings a

Re: [RBW] Re: LA Bump Ride.

And now there's one more reason to go riding around downtown LA (at least on the weekend): http://stumptowncoffee.com/location/los-angeles/ Take that, PDX! :-) BTW, don't forget CicLAvia is coming up on 10/6: http://www.ciclavia.org/events/683/heart-of-la/693/about They are up to three a year now

Re: [RBW] Re: LA Bump Ride.

Open seven days a week, so imagine they'll be doing some brisk business on the 6th, although off the designated route a bit. http://www.latimes.com/food/dailydish/la-dd-stumptown-coffee-opens-in-downtown-los-angeles-20130909,0,180015.story On 9/15/13, Evan Spacht wrote: > David: > stumptown is

Re: [RBW] Re: LA Bump Ride.

Oh yeah, Stumptown has the best coffee I've ever tasted! And that was their regular cup o' joe, not even the extra-fancy stuff. On 9/15/13, cyclotourist wrote: > Open seven days a week, so imagine they'll be doing some brisk > business on the 6th, although off the d

Re: [RBW] SF Randonneurs Fall Populaire Report/Photos

And another grand day out! That SFR club really has their act together, looks like another great event! On 9/15/13, Cyclofiend Jim wrote: > Capped off a fine birthday week by joining about a 100 new and old > randonneurs on the 2013 SF Randonneurs Fall Populaire. Starting in San > Fransisco's Cr

Re: [RBW] Re: 9-15-13 - a set on Flickr

It's B&W day: http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/9762569655/ !!! On 9/15/13, hsmitham wrote: > Hummm you're making me think about a pure B&W session. Thanks for the > share...keep em coming. > > ~Hugh > > On Sunday, September 15, 2013 1:00:14 PM UTC-

Re: [RBW] Re: Now taking a poll for the month of September SoCal Riv Ride Santa Monica

n%20Restaurant > > > ~Hugh > > > > > On Sun, Sep 15, 2013 at 6:39 PM, Hugh Smitham > wrote: > >> Hey SoCal Rivsters, >> >> Figured I'd update the poll and firm up the ride specifics. >> >> The poll is done and the winner is the 28th.

Re: [RBW] Re: New Mixte?

Betty Loosa? Apple Foy? On 9/17/13, hsmitham wrote: > Is it the Appaloosa? > > ~Hugh > > On Tuesday, September 17, 2013 4:09:45 PM UTC-7, William wrote: >> >> I just read the email update, saying there's a new mixte in the works with >> >> a different name. That's kind of exciting. >> > > -- > Y

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

I'll throw in a counter argument: Set it free, and buy a bike that fits you. I don't know your financial situation, but life is too short to ride an ill-fitting bike (or drink cheap booze). My $.02 On 9/20/13, David Hays <23writ...@gmail.com> wrote: > Thanks Tim . I'm using a Pentax K-5. > I real

Re: [RBW] Re: Now taking a poll for the month of September SoCal Riv Ride Santa Monica

James, glad you can make it! Long time no see (virtually or IRL)! On 9/21/13, chocotaco wrote: > Good Morning Team: > > I might have missed it, but have a final starting point and departure time > been chosen? I have no strong preference, but I am hoping to join you. > > Thanks, > > James Black >

Re: [RBW] San Diego Bay Ride

That was a great ride (minus the bonk and dehydration)! I think ComicCon was going on, wasn't it? Here's some pics for those that missed that one: http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/sets/72157621936379889/with/3828363481/ Curtis, hope you had a really good time out there today!

Re: [RBW] Re: From bar ends to thumbies

If Perry or anyone else has some thumbies they would like to sell cheapish, please drop me a line! On 9/23/13, Cecily Walker wrote: > I didn't move from bar end shifters, but the mechanic who built my bike > recommended thumbies because he felt they were easier to work with for > intown riding. H

Re: [RBW] Re: San Diego Bay Ride Not Sure If It Counts

Need to put one of these together soon, such a great route! On 9/23/13, Curtis McKenzie wrote: > Mike, > > Would be great to ride with you. Name a date and I will check my calendar. > > > On Mon, Sep 23, 2013 at 1:06 PM, Mike Schiller > wrote: > >> looks like a normal beautiful day in San Diego.

Re: [RBW] Re: San Diego Bay Ride Not Sure If It Counts

Sounds like you won't make it Sat :( On 9/23/13, Mike Schiller wrote: > Curtis, it will have to be a few weeks out as I came down with the flu > yesterday. That on top of recovering from a nasty nerve virus. > I'll let you know when I'm well. > > ~mike > > On Monday, September 23, 2013 2:19:29 PM

Re: [RBW] ISO 26" Tour Wheelset.

Nice set in Irvine: http://orangecounty.craigslist.org/bik/4082770016.html If you only knew someone in Irvine... On 9/24/13, hsmitham wrote: > Hi Rivsters, > > ISO 26" touring Wheelset 8/9 speed hub body. I'm on a budget so something > with LX / XT Hubs, Mavic or Velocity rims would be great. Per

Re: [RBW] ISO 26" Tour Wheelset.

I can't keep up with his schedule!!! :-) Still a nice wheelset, might be worth the drive down. Or they could meet you at the Metrolink in Tustin. On 9/24/13, Hugh Smitham wrote: > And Doug is still in Europe. > On Sep 24, 2013 9:48 PM, "cyclotourist" wrote: > >&g

Re: [RBW] Re: Challenge Parigi-Robaix tire mounting

I've found the GB Cerf to be an amazingly low rolling resistance tire. It's almost like there wasn't any resistance at all. The PRs have more rolling resistance, and are a PITA to install (really, a three day process to get tires on?). But, they are much more durable. My first set of GBs basically

Re: [RBW] Re: Challenge Parigi-Robaix tire mounting

Correction: My tires were the GB Cypres, not Cerf. On 9/25/13, cyclotourist wrote: > I've found the GB Cerf to be an amazingly low rolling resistance tire. > It's almost like there wasn't any resistance at all. The PRs have more > rolling resistance, and are a PITA to

Re: [RBW] Death of a Fender

I'll keep this in mind next time I'm moving pianos!!! :-) On 9/25/13, jar351 wrote: > I know that some of you out there run aluminum fenders and others don't, > out of concern for the lifespan of such fenders, so I just wanted to put > this out as a data point. After about two years of faithful s

[RBW] September SoCal Riv Ride Santa Monica --> Tomorrow <--

I'm sick and under-slept, but my bike is ready!!! http://www.flickr.com/photos/64942209@N00/9725959335/ Seriously though, still getting over a cold that everyone in SoCal seems to have or have had, and spend the night with a sick kid & cleaning up the contents of said kid's g-i system. Took today o

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

We've gotta' get you healthy so you can start enjoying those bikes!!! Will miss you tomorrow, but hopefully we can have a SD ride in the near future! On 9/27/13, Mike Schiller wrote: > I'm going to miss out. I ran a fever until yesterday and am still feeling > wiped out. There must be some bad

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

TPIH: http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/sets/72157635997432974/ -- 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...@googlegr

Re: [RBW] Hookin' up shifters question

Hi Michael, the derailer cables don't need to be super tight to begin with. In the first position, just pull it hand tight. I mean pull it pretty taught, but you don't need to worry about it. They shouldn't be sagging at all, but don't need any more than that. I know that's pretty vague, but can't

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

Nathan, that is a really trick set up for the sales... I like it! On 9/29/13, nathan wrote: > The technical issue was fixed. My apologies. Everything for sale is at > https://squareup.com/market/nathan-spindel and it should be working now! > > All parts are still available except for the Bosco ba

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

Evan had some pics as well, including the pelican incident: http://www.flickr.com/photos/coconutbill/ I was just healthy enough to make it out there. Haven't done any distance or intense riding in about three weeks by my calendar. Getting up Westridge was the only bear of it for me. That plus my r

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

Gotta' get Mike & Hugh healthy again! More rides in the works! On 9/30/13, Coconutbill wrote: > Impressive on-the-bike photographing, David! > I'll eventually figure out how to install the neckstrap on the LX-7... > > the Topanga bail out was fun in its own right. > I suppose we might've missed t

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

;s the company that makes the ride! >> >> And the first round of PTPIH: >> http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/sets/72157635997432974/ >> > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" gro

Re: [RBW] Re: So Cal Riders - CicLAvia this Sunday?

Ron, that's GREAT! These type events are exciting to say the least. Bryan et al, I'm going for sure, but don't know if I can plan on a meeting time. Probably going to be getting there around 10:30 if I'm honest about timing. Are there any eating establishments that anyone can think of would be a

Re: [RBW] Re: 54 cm Rivendell Quickbeam for sale

Happy New Bike Day in advance! On 10/1/13, hsmitham wrote: > Who ever pick it up it's a beaut. Looking forward to "new bike day". > > ~Hugh > > On Sunday, September 29, 2013 2:41:51 PM UTC-7, C REINO wrote: >> >> Well taken care of Rivendell Quickbeam for sale. Pumpkin orange color >> with all o

Re: [RBW] Re: FS 54 cm Riv Quickbeam.

I tried my best to help others spend their money, but came up short this time!!! On 10/1/13, Bill Lindsay wrote: > I certainly wouldn't think so. That was an incredible price. Somebody > must have been PUMPED to get that. > > On Tuesday, October 1, 2013 3:01:50 PM UTC-7, C REINO wrote: >> >> So

Re: [RBW] Re: FS B17 Special honey/copper

Hi Reid, I only see a single post... Anyways, the standard B17 has black enamel rails/hardware, non-chamfored leather edges, and simple rivets holding the saddle on. Possibly thinner, less select leather. The Champion Special has copper plated rails/hardware, chamfored leather edges, hand-hammered

Re: [RBW] Re: So Cal Riders - CicLAvia this Sunday?

It's looking like I won't even be able to make it. Grandparents came out and we're playing it by ear... On 10/5/13, Bryan wrote: > It doesn't look like there's interest in a coordinated CicLAvia ride, so > I'm just going to play it by ear tomorrow. > > David - hopefully I'll run into to you somew

Re: [RBW] FS: 60cm STT Sam Hillborne F/F +fenders + racks + wheels

Good price... if it was a 56cm I'd be all over that! On 10/5/13, Thomas B wrote: > Up for sale is my 60cm STT, lovely green Sam frame and fork, fitted with > Bethoud SS fenders, a Nitto top rack and Nitto mini-front. The wheels are > XT hubs (old kind) laced to Mavic A119 rims in silver 36 spoke

Re: [RBW] Re: So Cal Riders - CicLAvia this Sunday?

Good call! I ended up watching ducks: http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/10125726105/ On 10/6/13, Bryan wrote: > No problemo, David. With 90+ degree weather inland, I decided to head for > the beach instead: http://www.flickr.com/photos/bwedgar/10124647106/ > > Bryan > >

Re: [RBW] FS: 60cm STT Sam Hillborne F/F +fenders + racks + wheels

I could fit one, but it wouldn't be optimum. A 56 frame is spot on with a 59cm top tube. On 10/6/13, hsmitham wrote: > David, > > I rode a SH 56cm @ RivHq and it fit me really well. Unless there was a huge > > difference between the center pull & Calipered SH's it seems a 60 cm would > fit you? T

Re: [RBW] FS: 60cm STT Sam Hillborne F/F +fenders + racks + wheels

Very considerate of you! On 10/6/13, Hugh Smitham wrote: > Just trying to help lighten your bank account ;-) > > Best, > > > ~Hugh > > > On Sun, Oct 6, 2013 at 6:51 PM, cyclotourist > wrote: > >> I could fit one, but it wouldn't be optimum. &

Re: [RBW] A SimpleOne ramble

Flickr is crashing tonight, so pics aren't coming through, but it sounds like a great ride, Eric! 110km if you want to go all metric on us! On 10/8/13, Eric Platt wrote: > Okay, this is not as epic as Tony's ride, but since I've had a bit of extra > time off, decided to head a bit north of the T

Re: [RBW] Off-pavement riding

I love the idea of this segment being promoted. I wish there wasn't an emphasis on racing, but it seems the big bike mfgrs can't sell a bike unless it has that racing aesthetic built into it. The upcoming Raleigh Tamland looks like a great bike. I don't get the sense that they're pushing the racin

[RBW] Speaking of Off-Pavent Rides... Come to Redlands this Spring!

Over the years, the SoCal chapter of the Rivendell Bicycle Appreciation Society has put on a lot of great rides! I've loved EVERY one I've been on, and met a lot of greatpeople. They've actually lead to some pretty good friendships IRL, which is the best part of them. The other thing I love is see

Re: [RBW] Re: Speaking of Off-Pavent Rides... Come to Redlands this Spring!

I hope you can! Can't think of a better reason to take a day off and travel some!!! This is the inaugural of what I hope will become an annual event. Might get bigger/more organized and with more amenities added, but this one is as advertised: An opportunity for a bunch of like-minded folks to get

Re: [RBW] Re: Speaking of Off-Pavent Rides... Come to Redlands this Spring!

I hope to see you there! You won't even need your mobile ice-chest if things go according to plan! On 10/9/13, Tom Virgil wrote: > Just plain excellent. Marking my calendar. Thank you, David, for > proposing this. Hope we see some of the usual suspects. > > On Wednesday, October 9, 2013 6:14:

Re: [RBW] Stolen Romulus In Sacramento?

You buddy is awesome!!! So SAC is the new stolen Rivendell capital! On 10/9/13, Rick Houston wrote: > Funny thing happened today: got a call from a good friend who was visited a > > LBS here in Sac when a tweaker came by and said he had a bike for sale; > turned out to be a Riv Romulus, my frien

Re: [RBW] Re: Off-pavement riding

I wonder why a reputable bike shop couldn't sell MCRBs... AND steel bikes with fat tires? My LBS has a Crosscheck and LHT or two tucked in there amongst all the crabon fibre, and seems to be surviving financially. On 10/10/13, hsmitham wrote: > I think I'm in the camp with Mike S. If it provides

Re: [RBW] Re: Off-pavement riding

Pass has a good deal of steel bike appreciation: http://www.velo-retro.com/roseBowlVintRide.html :-) On 10/10/13, hsmitham wrote: > No doubt David but then Redlands has a strong off road contingent, Pasadena > > seems to be race bike and MTB downhill bombing centric. I suspect that > people with

Re: [RBW] Re: Off-pavement riding

st, > > > ~Hugh > > > On Thu, Oct 10, 2013 at 7:57 PM, cyclotourist > wrote: > >> Pass has a good deal of steel bike appreciation: >> http://www.velo-retro.com/roseBowlVintRide.html :-) >> >> On 10/10/13, hsmitham wrote: >> > No doubt David b

Re: [RBW] Re: Off-pavement riding

totally appreciate what these guy's do it's fantastic, but I'm just not > that into it. I can appreciate those bikes in others hands :-) > > Best, > > > ~Hugh > > > On Thu, Oct 10, 2013 at 8:34 PM, cyclotourist > wrote: > >> My 2001 Rivs are pre

Re: [RBW] Re: 60cm Wilbury on the Bay - Original Rivendell Mixte

I have my eye on it... for sale just down the road from me. I've wanted a Riv mixte for quite a while, hoping it doesn't go too high. On 10/11/13, Deacon Patrick wrote: > Welcome, Charlie. Sounds like you just joined the list? If so, your initial > > post's are moderated, which explains it not sh

Re: [RBW] Re: 60cm Wilbury on the Bay - Original Rivendell Mixte

Ditto here... although I don't know if I could pull it off, was hoping to not raise to much awareness... :-) My size, local to me... man it's tempting. FYI, original BIN was indeed $2K On 10/11/13, Mattt wrote: > > I was hoping no one posted it on here to reduce exposure:). I am interested > an

Re: [RBW] Speaking of Off-Pavent Rides... Come to Redlands this Spring!

>From Diego to Francisco, the saints are going to be well represented! On 10/9/13, Curtis McKenzie wrote: > Sounds like a great time. I will clear the date. > > On Wednesday, October 9, 2013, Jeremy Till wrote: > >> This sounds amazing! Just might have to take some time off for this >> >> On

Re: [RBW] Speaking of Off-Pavent Rides... Come to Redlands this Spring!

Y'all need to set up a carpool!!! On 10/11/13, allenmichael wrote: > One more from st Francis.. Sounds too good to miss. > > Michael Allen > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To unsubscribe from this group and stop recei

Re: [RBW] Re: 60cm Wilbury on the Bay - Original Rivendell Mixte

Yes, a very old antique bike, bound to have lots of issues. Probably rusted out internally. Jagged exposed metal can give you tetanus, which is awful. I'm sure it will need a re-paint as well, never mind the original lead-based paint that will cause developmental delays in children.. Very unsafe fo

Re: [RBW] Re: Schwalbe Land Cruiser HS 307

Almost a kilo in weight for a 26" tire... sounds like punishment for not putting your toys away. On 10/12/13, dougP wrote: > A Schwalbe tire for under $30? Whoddu thunk? With the Marathon Mondial at > > pennies shy of $90, seems like worth a try. They look aggressive enough > for off-road so e

Re: [RBW] Re: Schwalbe Land Cruiser HS 307

fair-weather cycling recommendations :-) On 10/12/13, Hugh Smitham wrote: > Recommendations? > On Oct 12, 2013 7:52 PM, "cyclotourist" wrote: > >> Almost a kilo in weight for a 26" tire... sounds like punishment for >> not putting your toys away. >> >>

Re: [RBW] Re: 60cm Wilbury on the Bay - Original Rivendell Mixte

It's now at $2K with about three days left to go. I'm out of the bidding :-( That was the original BIN price, whoever put the first bid on is probably kicking themselves now! On 10/12/13, Jamie wrote: > I keep reminding myself that there is nothing I could do on this bike that > I can't do on my

Re: [RBW] Re: Rambouillet or San Marcos

I would say Ram, as I'm a Riv fanboy, not a SOMA one. Ram's are getting fewer and further in between, I'd get one if you see one in your size (don't settle for a poor fitting bike!). On 10/13/13, Bill Lindsay wrote: > either should be great. the tiebreaker should probably how you want it to > fi

Re: [RBW] Re: Speaking of Off-Pavent Rides... Come to Redlands this Spring!

I've created a flickr group to highlight the best the route has to offer: http://www.flickr.com/groups/redlands-strada-rossa/ But even the less-photogenic portions of the route are still pretty darn nice! And you should subscribe to the blog via email, just to stay on the cutting edge of info! ht

Re: [RBW] Rambouillet or San Marcos

Here's a 58cm looking for a new home: http://www.ebay.com/itm/331040514123 On 10/13/13, Eric Daume wrote: > At your size, I think all the San Marcos frames are double top tubers. That > makes the decision for a Ram easy for me. > > > On Sun, Oct 13, 2013 at 4:29 PM, Sean McAtee wrote: > >> Thank

Re: [RBW] 60cm Wilbury on the Bay - Original Rivendell Mixte

is "Redlands" McKenzie > > On Saturday, October 12, 2013, cyclotourist wrote: > >> Yes, a very old antique bike, bound to have lots of issues. Probably >> rusted out internally. Jagged exposed metal can give you tetanus, >> which is awful. I'm sure it will need

Re: [RBW] Rambouillet or San Marcos

> > On Sun, Oct 13, 2013 at 4:38 PM, cyclotourist > wrote: > >> Here's a 58cm looking for a new home: >> http://www.ebay.com/itm/331040514123 >> >> On 10/13/13, Eric Daume wrote: >> > At your size, I think all the San Marcos frames are double top tube

Re: [RBW] Rambouillet or San Marcos

Jack Browns, GB Cypres, or Challenge Eroica all do great on hard-pack dirt. None have slowed me down. On 10/13/13, Kieran J wrote: > I'm on a tall Ram with the Jack Brown Greens, and the ride is fabulous. I > use a small saddlebag, and sometimes add a Loafer bag on the Mark's Rack. I > > would re

Re: [RBW] Rambouillet or San Marcos

ng for some help with sizing - especially sizing a Rambouillet. >> Whenever I measure my PBH I end up somewhere between 86 and 87 (I'm about >> 5 >> foot 11). I'm not sure whether I would do best on a 58 Rambo or a 60. >> >> Sean >> >> >> On Sun,

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

Christian, is that a 54cm Hunq? It looks like you're using it as intended! On 10/13/13, Christian wrote: > Speaking of pics: I just posted some of yesterday's wet and long ride. > First time on the Maxxis 2.1 Crossmarks. GREAT tires for wet and muddy > riding as well as pavement--and they only

Re: [RBW] Rambouillet or San Marcos

n I look at the charts, a few centimeters > does not seem like anything that cannot be adjusted by seats / seat posts > and stems. The 58 Rambo has a standover height of 82.1 versus 79.2 of my > current bike. This seems do-able > > > On Sun, Oct 13, 2013 at 7:28 PM, cyclotouris

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

I've considered just such a build!!! What is your saddle height if I may be so bold? On 10/13/13, Christian wrote: > Yes, it's a 54. Set up now as a 29er. It's a beefy bike! > > On Sunday, October 13, 2013 7:29:50 PM UTC-4, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: >> >> Christian, is that a 54cm Hunq? It loo

Re: [RBW] Loving my Atlantis...let me count the ways

Those elves make some mighty fine bikes! Do you think you would go the Riv route with swept back bars, or more of a straight bar set up? On 10/14/13, dougP wrote: > Just back from a tour involving rental bikes, my wife & I hopped on our > Atlantii after recovering from jet lag. What a differenc

Re: [RBW] 60cm Wilbury on the Bay - Original Rivendell Mixte

Okay, who's the lucky winner? http://www.ebay.com/itm/28118414 On 10/13/13, cyclotourist wrote: > I don't know, that's not much time considering how much work would be > involved!!! > > On 10/12/13, Curtis McKenzie wrote: >> A well directed post. Maybe with

Re: [RBW] Sunday Solo Sites of San Diego Ride

Not so much sun down there this weekend? A fine loop, no matter the weather! On 10/13/13, Curtis wrote: > Public transportation to downtown San Diego then along the water front. Hit > Pt. Loma and a national monument before catching the wind when heading east > along the San Diego river. > > A fe

Re: [RBW] 60cm Wilbury on the Bay - Original Rivendell Mixte

ctober 15, 2013 11:29:03 PM UTC-4, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: > >> Okay, who's the lucky winner? http://www.ebay.com/itm/281184333314 >> >> On 10/13/13, cyclotourist > wrote: >> > I don't know, that's not much time considering how much work wou

Re: [RBW] Re: Catalogue

The Righteous Five Thousand. On 10/15/13, ayjaydee wrote: > seems to me i remember that. hope i made the 5000 > > On Tuesday, October 15, 2013 1:07:06 PM UTC-7, hsmitham wrote: >> >> IIRC if you were on the Riv email list then there was a sign up for >> something like the first 5000 then afterwar

Re: [RBW] Re: 56cm Sam Hillborne on SF craigslist

Winter is coming. On 10/20/13, Joe Bernard wrote: > He says in the ad it's about half of the new price, which is a reasonable > approach if someone wants a quick sale. I think he could get more, but with > > winter coming it could take quite a awhile. > > Joe Bernard > Vallejo, CA. > > On Saturda

[RBW] A Grand Day Out (plus Map My Ride observation)

It was a BEAUTIFUL Saturday morning... 66F when I began, 84F when I finished four hours, 37 miles and 2,400ft of climbing later. I rode about half of the upcoming Strada Rossa course (March 15th, be there!) and had a great time out there. I was on 32mm Challenge Eroicas on my 50/34 X 11-28 geared R

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