Re: [RBW] Reviews/Experience Desired - Kucharik Six Panel Wool Shorts

So you made out of the IE in one piece, awesome!!! Just rode in mine on Saturday in 90F heat with the synth pad. Lived to tell the tale! https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/sets/72157644237967063 Cheers, David "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal

Re: [RBW] Re: Errandonnee Runner

Perfect!!! Cheers, David "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal On Fri, Apr 25, 2014 at 10:41 AM, Shoji Takahashi wrote: > Here's more on the Brewvet Challenge: > > http://portajohn.wordpress.com/2014/04/22/brewvet-challenge-what-you-need-to-know/ > > > > >

Re: [RBW] Re: Geometry, climbing, what's going on?

I've been wondering lately if there is such a thing as too big a tire. A point when the height or circumference is just too big, and some negative things start happening. 29+ bikes haven't been around too long given the history of bicycles. If I recall a BQ article correctly, years of innovation i

Re: [RBW] Re: Geometry, climbing, what's going on?

Speaking of rear stay length, I'm slowly coming to terms with the idea of 430mm stays being better for me when climbing. I'm finding the typical Rivish length of 450mm leads to a lot of slipping when climbing, while 430mm maintains traction up the hill. That's on similar 40mm-ish tires, same 72^ se

Re: [RBW] Re: Geometry, climbing, what's going on?

Yes road=/=dirt, but maybe the same principle, just scaled up? Perhaps a 27.5+ would be better than a 29+ just due to how huge a tire you're getting into??? Cheers, David "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal On Sat, Apr 26, 2014 at 9:56 AM, Mike Schiller wrote: > David, t

Re: [RBW] How would you design a "sporty" and "nimble" bicycle?

Are you going to be climbing, or are those flat 10 miles? How tall are you? Based on the ac/deceleration requirement, light wheels would be a good thing. That's where you'll potentially feel a difference. What size would be based a bit on your height. Skinny 26X1" wheels/tires would start looking

Re: [RBW] How would you design a "sporty" and "nimble" bicycle?

I think the Devil is spot on, and the 730 getting close. Try some Jack Brown Greens on there, and it should fly! Cheers, David "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal On Sun, Apr 27, 2014 at 9:26 AM, Eric Daume wrote: > I haven't tried this exact setup myself, but I'm think

Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam Sizing

I've found (YMMV) that Quickbeams tend to run a touch large. So while I normally ride 61cm Rivendell frame perfectly, a 60cm Quickbeam is just perfect and a 62cm QB *feels* HUGE. That's with an 89PBH. Just a data point to further confuse your decision making process. If the 60 is a good deal, pick

Re: [RBW] Re: On-bike tools: what is your choice or favorite?

I have a full set of hex tools. 2.5-6mm. I prefer the full sized ones to a multi tool. I pull them off the ring and carry them wrapped up. Those plus a chain tool. Probably should have a small screwdriver as well, but so far I don't. Cheers, David "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Set

Re: [RBW] New Head-Badge Poster!

You sir, are amazing! Cheers, David "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal On Tue, Apr 29, 2014 at 6:24 PM, Marty wrote: > Can't believe it's been two years since the last version - about time I > came up with a new one. Bigger and better than ever, this one contains > eve

Re: [RBW] Re: Heart's broken, Hunq headbadge fell off.

I REALLY like the tiny set screws that are used on Rivendell custom badges for just this reason! One of the models, forget which, has the tabs on the badge, just drill your own holes! Cheers, David "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal On Tue, Apr 29, 2014 at 6:06 PM, 'Marc

Re: [RBW] Re: Heart's broken, Hunq headbadge fell off.

Homers have the lil' holes, I think the mixtes do as well... Cheers, David "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal On Tue, Apr 29, 2014 at 7:05 PM, James Warren wrote: > Rambouillet! > > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Apr 29, 2014,

Re: [RBW] Re: Heart's broken, Hunq headbadge fell off.

the hole? Or else some epoxy on the screw > would work but then you are back to glue. > On Apr 29, 2014 10:34 PM, "cyclotourist" wrote: > >> Homers have the lil' holes, I think the mixtes do as well... >> >> Cheers, >> David >> >> "

Re: [RBW] Interim tour report from a ride on an Atlantis

That's just a great product endorsement for Rivendell. Sounds like you're having a fantastic trip! Just amazing! Cheers, David "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal On Tue, Apr 29, 2014 at 7:28 AM, Wally wrote: > Hi everyone! I have been riding my Atlantis on a cross cou

Re: [RBW] On-bike tools: what is your choice or favorite?

So disappointed... Cheers, David "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal On Wed, Apr 30, 2014 at 9:18 AM, Chris Chen wrote: > You had me at flask, but you lost me when I realized it was just a case > for the tool. > > I figured some "warming sauce" may be a good part of any

Re: [RBW] Re: Strava heatmap

It's great for advocacy as well. It can show a city council where bikes travel and where you need a bike lane, and can show businesses how much they're missing by not being bike friendly. You can see right on the map where bicyclers congregate and spend their money: http://labs.strava.com/heatmap/#

Re: [RBW] Re: Strava heatmap

You have the basic idea. They monitor your respiration and CO2 output. Very small monitors, but very accurate. The harder your work, the faster the respiration, CO2, etc. Then yes, the satellites pick this data up via microwave transmission, download it onto a Google map, and voila, a heat map! Pre

Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam Tire and Gearing Recommendations

White's are louder than Shimano, but not overly so. I don't notice it unless I'm consciously looking for the noise. The chain on a single speed bouncing around make a lot more annoying noise IMHO. Cheers, David "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal On Wed, Apr 30, 2014 at 8

[RBW] FS: Brooks Titanium Swift - Black

I bought this used saddle last month, and while I love Swifts, this particular one just doesn't agree with my anatomy. Sides are strangely indented, and adjust screw has been spun out a bit, so maybe it was in the rain or something? Anyway, if you're interested, $140 which will include shipping for

Re: [RBW] Re: On-bike tools: what is your choice or favorite?

I was kinda' in the market for a new multi-tool for my 29er, as the one I had was stolen while on my Salsa, so picked this CB 19 up. Hasn't been delivered yet so I can't speak to it's quality, but great price on it right now: http://www.jensonusa.com/Crank-Brothers-Multi-19-Tool JensonUSA is sort

Re: [RBW] FS: Brooks Titanium Swift - Black

The Sturmey-Archer Swifts didn't have them. The post-SA do. Cheers, David "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal On Fri, May 2, 2014 at 11:10 AM, mikel66...@juno.com wrote: > looks like the previous owner removed the bag loops > _

Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam Tire and Gearing Recommendations

Ahhh... blush... I have been trying to ride my QB a lot more recently. Even on rides I could benefit from multiple gears on. I still shift it plenty between the 16 & 18 cogs, and occasionally between the 40 and 32 chainwheels, but hardly ever mess with the 22T freewheel. If I really start putting

Re: [RBW] Re: On-bike tools: what is your choice or favorite?

I've only needed a chain tool once: https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/11041655663 I was able to limp home with it as pictured, but could have made the field repair if necessary. That was a 10 speed chain BTW. Cheers, David "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride

Re: [RBW] Hip Replacement (not much Riv content)

Glad your're recuperating so quickly! Heal up fast! Cheers, David "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal On Fri, May 2, 2014 at 9:42 PM, Robert F. Harrison wrote: > As an owner of both a QB and Hunq (there's the riv content), I am > completely relieved that my left hip repl

Re: [RBW] Re: Asymmetrical tire wear

Curtis, I think the fact that this is only a section of the tire vs. the entire circumference is the bigger question. Along with wheel trueness, maybe check to be sure that portion of the bead seated fully on the rim. Maybe it's not fully seated on that 1/3 of the tire. If that's good, and the whee

Re: [RBW] Some ideas on bike theft and retrieval (Here's how to get your stolen bike back in S.F.)

Sore subject, my Salsa hasn't turned up. I take pics of all my serial numbers: http://inlandempire.craigslist.org/bik/4374823920.html Hasn't done much good so far... As for garage doors, I left mine open while I was in the house, but to help secure the garage when it's closed, remove the cord handl

Re: [RBW] Marathon Supremes with slime tubes - overkill? Compass Barlow Pass with slime tubes - reasonable compromise?

Try the Supremes with the Slime Lite tubes. They go to 35mm which should fit the Supremes perfectly: http://www.jensonusa.com/Slimelite-Presta-Valve-Tube I've had mixed results with in-tube Stan's so can't fully recommend them. Works perfect in a tubeless set up though. The dig on Slime is that i

Re: [RBW] seeking advice on having a wheel built using the White Industries eccentric hub

1) No experience with the ENO hub, but by all accounts it's really nice and works exactly as advertised. 2) White freewheels are amazing. They won't let you down. Shimanos or other basic BMX freewheels can fail, White won't. 3) 32 spoke seems more than fine for modern high quality wheels. Look at

Re: [RBW] Some ideas on bike theft and retrieval (Here's how to get your stolen bike back in S.F.)

Awesome, never saw that. Thanks for linking to it. Cheers, David "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal On Sun, May 4, 2014 at 5:18 PM, Shoji Takahashi wrote: > Rivendell keeps a serial number database-- if you register it: > https://www.rivbike.com/Articles.asp?ID=323 > >

Re: [RBW] Re: How would your choice of Rivish Bike carry forward to your choice of automobile?

I like to think of my bike as this: or this But other times I worry if this is closer to this: Cheers, David "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal On Mon, May 5, 2014 at 9:09 PM, Cecily Walker wrote: > >

Re: [RBW] Re: How would your choice of Rivish Bike carry forward to your choice of automobile?

Fun fact: I was looking up images for "homer car" when I came across the third one! *http://tinyurl.com/n2zhorj * Cheers, David "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal On Mon, May 5, 2014 at 9:34 PM, Coconutbill wrote: > a. homer ! >> > -- > Yo

Re: [RBW] Re: How would your choice of Rivish Bike carry forward to your choice of automobile?

Bonus points for color matching! Cheers, David "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal On Tue, May 6, 2014 at 5:09 AM, WETH wrote: > When I think of my Atlantis as a car/truck, I think this: > > from this website: > http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=535456

Re: [RBW] How do you like your first step-through bike?

My wife has a Glorius, and I borrow it occasionally when it's the easiest bike to grab. I really like the step-through feature of the frame. I get used to it really quickly and notice not being able to when I'm back on my safety-frame bikes. On Tue, Apr 26, 2016 at 1:25 PM, Daniel D. wrote: > So

Re: [RBW] Re: An Amusing Bike Service Anecdote

Those are great... uhhhmm... valve stems ! On Tue, Apr 26, 2016 at 6:56 PM, sameness wrote: > When I lived in rural Australia, I made my maiden voyage down to the local > Treks-for-dads-BMX-for-kids chain shop to grab some tubes. > > There wa

Re: [RBW] Shout out to Riv/Grant in today's Paul Component newsletter

That Schwinn in the video with the Moustache bars and Technomic Dlx stem looks like there's some cross-pollination happening! On Wed, May 4, 2016 at 4:57 PM, Chris Birkenmaier wrote: > Well that is interesting to know. I have Pauls Racers on my ANT bike > which also had a bunch of other Paul co

Re: [RBW] Re: RBW Listers Take Over The West Point Inn, June 24 & 25 - Join us there!!!

e much. >>> Won't even worry about it if it's just a few people, but hoping to get a >>> decent sized group there. >>> >>> Dinner Friday night is potluck. Sat a.m. breakfast leftovers and >>> communal pancakes or similar. Sat lunch on you

Re: [RBW] Re: RBW Listers Take Over The West Point Inn, June 24 & 25 - Join us there!!!

I bet you could put on a pretty good ride along the Hudson!!! Even get some cross-continental pollination! On Thu, May 12, 2016 at 5:29 PM, LLM wrote: > This sounds like fun. I'm new here (with a dark mustard Clem L-Style on > order). I also live in NY, not too far from the West Point Military

Re: [RBW] Re: RBW Listers Take Over The West Point Inn, June 24 & 25 - Join us there!!!

June 24th & 25th... make it happen! On Thu, May 12, 2016 at 7:43 PM, Hugh Smitham wrote: > I like the way you're thinking Mark. > On May 12, 2016 6:48 PM, "'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch" < > rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com> wrote: > >> That's very funny, same thing happens to me every

Re: [RBW] Re: RBW Listers Take Over The West Point Inn, June 24 & 25 - Join us there!!!

Yes, definitely! Glad this topic came back around, I've been meaning to talk it up a bit now that the date is closer. Space for the whole weekend as well as the above-mentioned Saturday ramble. Anyone who wants to commit with their hard-earned cash, just pm me at the cyclotourist gmail ad

Re: [RBW] Re: First weekend of riding... ouch.

Thanks, Ron! I tried to keep that in mind, not sure what wasn't working. I think the distance with those bars I'm not used to. Whenever I ride with them extensively, they cause shoulder aches. They're fine and good for short hops 'round town, but not 25 milers IMHO. DP, I did feel good, so kept go

Re: [RBW] Re: First weekend of riding... ouch.

ust as >> down-hill as the streets are! >> In all, 17 miles with 700 ft of elevation... pretty mellow, but bumpy. >> <https://www.strava.com/activities/576147524> >> Favorite pic from the day: >> https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/26414997023/ >> >>

Re: [RBW] Re: First weekend of riding... ouch.

x27;re just as >> down-hill as the streets are! >> In all, 17 miles with 700 ft of elevation... pretty mellow, but bumpy. >> <https://www.strava.com/activities/576147524> >> Favorite pic from the day: >> https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/26414997023

Re: [RBW] Re: Slightly OT; WTB BURLEY PICCOLO

Piccolos are absolutely the best! Bike Train: https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/3399769896/ Ultra-bike train: https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/1023320491 On Wed, May 18, 2016 at 7:10 PM, 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch < rbw-owners-bunch@googlegrou

Re: [RBW] How do you know what the VAT/duty is going to be if you buy from EU/Japan?

Outside of the EU, you don't have to pay the VAT. So when you're looking at a vendor's site like https://www.bike24.com/ when you change your location to United States it calculates the price without the VAT included. Shipping is usually a fixed amount, around $20. Never had to pay any duty. On F

[RBW] Re: [socalallrounders] Re: RBW Listers Take Over The West Point Inn, June 24 & 25 - Join us there!!!

have some >> beer provided, but everyone bring a six pack or bottle of your favorite is >> a way to do it as well. >> >> Sleeping arrangements are somewhere in the range of hostel level. Four to >> five beds per room. Bring sheets or a bag, clean your own room, do the

Re: [RBW] Re: [socalallrounders] Re: RBW Listers Take Over The West Point Inn, June 24 & 25 - Join us there!!!

Thanks, Doug! Excited this many people can jump on board! On Tue, May 24, 2016 at 9:11 PM, dougP wrote: > This will be a super fun weekend. Thanks for getting this off the ground. > > Doug p > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" g

Re: [RBW] Spring in CA

Thanks for putting that together and sharing. What a great adventure! On Tue, May 24, 2016 at 7:07 PM, Daniel Jackson < daniel.seth.jack...@gmail.com> wrote: > Howdy folks, > > Here are photos of a trip > this past Spring inspired and aided by many

[RBW] Re: [socalallrounders] Re: RBW Listers Take Over The West Point Inn, June 24 & 25 - Join us there!!!

is Certified California Sustainable > > > > *From:* socalallround...@googlegroups.com [mailto: > socalallround...@googlegroups.com] *On Behalf Of *cyclotourist > *Sent:* Tuesday, May 24, 2016 7:57 PM > *To:* socalallround...@googlegroups.com > *Cc:* RBW Owners Bunch > *Sub

[RBW] Re: [socalallrounders] Re: RBW Listers Take Over The West Point Inn, June 24 & 25 - Join us there!!!

> > > J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines is Certified California Sustainable > > > > *From:* socalallround...@googlegroups.com [mailto: > socalallround...@googlegroups.com] *On Behalf Of *cyclotourist > *Sent:* Tuesday, May 24, 2016 9:42 PM > *To:* socalallround...@google

Re: [RBW] Ride report about a 400K on an A.Homer Hilsen

It most definitely feels good to be alive! On Tue, May 24, 2016 at 9:27 PM, Iron Rider <1000...@gmail.com> wrote: > For those who may be interested: > > > http://eprider.blogspot.com/2016/05/spirited-rides-or-revisting-hierarchy.html > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed t

[RBW] Re: [socalallrounders] Re: RBW Listers Take Over The West Point Inn, June 24 & 25 - Join us there!!!

; > > > > [image: cid:image001.jpg@01D1AAA5.671FAD30] > > > > J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines is Certified California Sustainable > > > > *From:* socalallround...@googlegroups.com [mailto: > socalallround...@googlegroups.com] *On Behalf Of *cyclotourist >

Re: [RBW] Re: RBW Listers Take Over The West Point Inn, June 24 & 25 - Join us there!!!

> figure out a cost per person for just the dinner, it won't be much. Won't >>>> even worry about it if it's just a few people, but hoping to get a decent >>>> sized group there. >>>> >>>> Dinner Friday night is potluck. Sat a.m. brea

Re: [RBW] Three Things

1) His seat height looks really low compared to your set up. Maybe just the perspective of the pic. 2) Got nothing. 3) New cables will stretch out to their permanent length after some use. Both brake and derailer cables should be adjusted after some use. For the rear derailer, try screwing the ad

Re: [RBW] RE: RE: RBW Listers Take Over The West Point Inn, June 24 & 25 - Join us there!!! Proposed Ride.

the route to the Inn: https://goo.gl/maps/aK7V9Zo2Tex This is what it looks like for most of the way: https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/23752943436/in/album-72157661872299170/ On Sat, Jun 11, 2016 at 5:13 PM, René Sterental wrote: > Marked the location. Is there parking there? > >

Re: [RBW] Quickbeam / SimpleOne Sizing?

Only if you live in DC: local pickup only (no shipping) Eric, I have an 89PBH, and own both a 60 and 62 'Beam. My 62 is a touch too big for dirt riding, so it's set up as my townie bike. The 60 is my trail bike and is great for situations where I need to put my foot down fast. My $.02: I think y

Re: [RBW] Re: Suspension Losses - Now Confirmed by Other Research

Hey, that picture does look familiar! Thanks for the heads up, Shoji! On Tue, Jun 14, 2016 at 11:53 AM, Shoji Takahashi wrote: > The article referenced by Jan features a French-blue Rivendell Road with > resist nomads: > http://trstriathlon.com/talking-tires-with-joshua-poertner/ > > (I think th

Re: [RBW] Re: Suspension Losses - Now Confirmed by Other Research

This would be the original image: https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/8622476729 On Tue, Jun 14, 2016 at 11:53 AM, Shoji Takahashi wrote: > The article referenced by Jan features a French-blue Rivendell Road with > resist nomads: > http://trstriathlon.com/talking-tires-wi

Re: [RBW] Re: Suspension Losses - Now Confirmed by Other Research

He links to the original. A heads up would have been polite I suppose. On Tue, Jun 14, 2016 at 2:03 PM, cyclotourist wrote: > This would be the original image: > https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/8622476729 > > On Tue, Jun 14, 2016 at 11:53 AM, Shoji Takahashi <

Re: [RBW] Rivendell Tandem

I'm trying really hard to justify this! Our current tandem is set up w/ Albas, B67/68 saddles, and 700X38C Little Big Bens. It's very Riv-approved. But I LOVE the idea of getting a tandem that can fit 650X60B tires on it! The thing is, we ride our tandem maybe four times a year, so the cost/mile is

Re: [RBW] Rivendell Tandem

And proportionately resistant to riding a tandem with his father. On Thu, Jun 16, 2016 at 6:08 PM, James Warren wrote: > Jake will get taller. > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Jun 16, 2016, at 4:24 PM, cyclotourist wrote: > > I'm trying really hard to justify this! Our

Re: [RBW] Rivendell Tandem

Until he buys his own... On Thu, Jun 16, 2016 at 6:44 PM, James Warren wrote: > Who says you'll be invited on the rides? :-) > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Jun 16, 2016, at 6:40 PM, cyclotourist wrote: > > And proportionately resistant to riding a tandem with his

Re: [RBW] Victoria Hypers

I have Hypers on one of my bikes, and find them very comparable to the Marathon Supremes. Great value in tires IMHO. On Fri, Jun 17, 2016 at 12:55 PM, Jay in Tel Aviv wrote: > I got a pair of these on the recent Planet X sale. Arrived and installed > today. They went on real easy and look great,

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell Tandem

Here's the link: https://www.instagram.com/p/BGvQYc0LxKA/?taken-by=rivbike On Fri, Jun 17, 2016 at 6:48 AM, Daniel Jackson < daniel.seth.jack...@gmail.com> wrote: > New photo up on their Instagram feed. Check it out! > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Grou

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell Tandem

And a brilliant use of a John's Irish strap! On Fri, Jun 17, 2016 at 1:39 PM, cyclotourist wrote: > Here's the link: https://www.instagram.com/p/BGvQYc0LxKA/?taken-by=rivbike > > On Fri, Jun 17, 2016 at 6:48 AM, Daniel Jackson < > daniel.seth.jack...@gmail.com> wrote

Re: [RBW] Re: How hot is your town?

Inland SoCal is 104F @ 12:47 ... and tomorrow is supposed to be the really hot day! On Sun, Jun 19, 2016 at 11:59 AM, Lungimsam wrote: > 12% humidity is icky?!?!? I don't even call that humidity. I don't think > anything can rust in 12%, can it? ;) > > It is 88F and 30% humidity here in Maryland

Re: [RBW] Re: How hot is your town?

An hour later, and now 106.5F... On Sun, Jun 19, 2016 at 12:58 PM, Ron Mc wrote: > Afternoons are "down" to 60% humidty (95 degrees) > > > > but it's always 15 degrees cooler in the cypress tunnels. > > -- > You recei

Re: [RBW] Re: How hot is your town?

Lovely Redlands, California. On Sun, Jun 19, 2016 at 7:17 PM, Patrick Moore wrote: > Cyclotourist: in what city do you live? My outside the door thermometer > peaked at 102, but the "official" high today for the area was 103. Cooling > down to the 97-99 degree range this

Re: [RBW] Re: How hot is your town?

And so it begins: http://www.nbclosangeles.com/news/local/Brush-Fire-Burning-Hillsides-Off-Highway-39-Above-Azusa--383670151.html (or should more accurately say, continues: http://www.latimes.com/local/lanow/la-me-ln-heat-fire-red-flag-conditions-socal-20160620-snap-story.html ) On Mon, Jun 20, 20

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell Tandem

The effective top tube measurements on the Hub match those of mountain bikes almost exactly. Would be easy to set one up with straight bars at seat level to mimic a MTB feel. On Tue, Jun 21, 2016 at 8:21 PM, 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch wrote: > Hi Michael. When I said "tandem rally spee

Re: [RBW] Re: Lost Boys Ride Rivendells

I spy the Coastal Trail. On Tue, Jun 21, 2016 at 7:35 PM, Deacon Patrick wrote: > “To die will be an awfully big adventure.” > > With abandon, > Patrick > > > On Tuesday, June 21, 2016 at 8:09:06 PM UTC-6, Mark in Beacon wrote: >> >> Yes, but uh-oh, right before the awesome grilling footage, a bi

Re: [RBW] new to me bike day (the L.A. Quickbeam)

Best bike ever! Congratulations! On Tue, Jun 21, 2016 at 7:13 PM, Patch T wrote: > Hi all, > > I'm the one who bought the LA Craigslisted Quickbeam from cool dude John in > San Pedro recently. Aside from a pretty handbuilt bicycle collection, John > has a huge record collection; he's also quite n

Re: [RBW] Re: Nine Speed Index Setup

I don't think it was mentioned, but check your derailer hanger alignment. Could be off a touch and wouldn't be noticed in friction mode. On Wed, Jun 22, 2016 at 8:21 AM, NickBull wrote: > Try turning the cable adjuster at the derailleur a couple or three clicks > clockwise (as you look down it to

Re: [RBW] Re: Dirt Clem 650b: Knobby Tires and Rack Questions

I have the Nics in 26 & 29" variety, and they're really good tires. More aggressive than Burts, less so than Dampfs. If it's going to be more hard pack and less technical, the Nics would be roll better IMHO. The Dampfs are heavier/slower but provide more traction due to their taller and more plenti

Re: [RBW] RE: RE: RBW Listers Take Over The West Point Inn, June 24 & 25 - Join us there!!! Proposed Ride.

I can really say that's open to anyone. I think we'll have a lot of food. If you want to just come by and say hi, please do!!! On Thu, Jun 23, 2016 at 9:40 AM, cyclotourist wrote: > If you feel up to it, just come up for dinner Saturday night! Around > 6:00, just hang out, see th

Re: [RBW] RE: RE: RBW Listers Take Over The West Point Inn, June 24 & 25 - Join us there!!! Proposed Ride.

one >>>> >>>> On Jun 11, 2016, at 9:32 PM, René Sterental wrote: >>>> >>>> Is this a ride better suited for the Homer or for the Atlantis?Assumingn >>>> can do it all? May have to bail out as outlined previously. Might be too >>>

Re: [RBW] Re: RBW List takes over West Point Inn

;t turning down an offer to shuttle back to the WPI!!! Wish I could have dragged this weekend out and gone for more rides with you folks up there! Even with the heat, it was fantastic! My pics from the weekend in mostly chronological order: https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/albums/7215766

Re: [RBW] Re: Custom queue

I want one of what he's having! On Wed, Jun 29, 2016 at 4:05 PM, Esteban wrote: > I have a '99 Joe/Joe Road Custom that fits a 32 max tire. Its sublime. If I > were to jump on a custom these days, as discussed with some pals this > weekend, I'd get Legolas geometry and tubing but with 650B and ca

Re: [RBW] Re: Custom queue

H^3 tandem is mighty tempting, isn't it! On Wed, Jun 29, 2016 at 7:49 PM, Abcyclehank wrote: > I have seriously considered that! I might just go with a 65cm Mustard Clem > and a Large tandem. The Clem could always go to my future son in law if he > proves worthy enough. > > Ryan > West Michig

Re: [RBW] Re: PSA: 58cm Ram & 58cm RBW Custom on Los Angeles/OC Craigslist

Great bikes! On Tue, Jul 5, 2016 at 12:04 PM, dougP wrote: > I'm not far from seller's location & glad to assist in any useful way. I > ride a 58 cm Atlantis, am 5'10" with a 85 cm PBH. Adrenaline Bikes in > Orange does an excellent job of packing so would suggest them for that > chore. > > dou

Re: [RBW] Re: Hubbuhubbuh tandem Pre-order is live

This is such a tough call... I have a perfectly good $600 tandem collecting dust in the garage. It gets used maybe four times a year. And it's set up pretty nicely, seen here set up with Little Big Bens: https://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/23046471715/in/photostream/lightbox/ I really

Re: [RBW] Re: Hubbuhubbuh tandem Pre-order is live

Rayn, you are awesome! Just thought it needed to be said! On Thu, Jul 7, 2016 at 12:52 PM, Abcyclehank wrote: > Blakcloud, > > Where in Canada are you? I plan on picking mine up and driving back to > Michigan if delivery would help you avoid the surcharges of shipping etc. > > Sincerely, > Ryan

Re: [RBW] Re: Odds of a Fully lugged tandem happening?

Bob Brown will build any tandem you ask for: http://www.bobbrowncycles.com/gallery_tandem.htm On Mon, Jul 18, 2016 at 7:15 PM, Will wrote: > I'm guessing Riv, having made tandem design work, would accept custom > orders. > > They might have to fudge with some filet brazing, but I think that would

Re: [RBW] Re: Latest issue of Momentum

Awesomely awesome! We can all say we knew him when... On Mon, Nov 15, 2010 at 6:01 PM, grrlyrida wrote: > I read this last month and didn't realize he was the same Esteban on > here. But I did notice the Rivvish bike. :) > > http://momentumplanet.com/articles/san-diego > > -- > You received thi

Re: [RBW] Re: wool filler

Awesome, thanks to the both of you! On Thu, Nov 18, 2010 at 3:16 PM, Seth Vidal wrote: > On Thu, Nov 18, 2010 at 6:05 PM, Jeff, KC MO wrote: > > Can it be purchased in the US? > > > > there's nothing to purchase. > wool roving is available from just about every yarn shop > > a needle (like a qu

Re: [RBW] Re: Nov SoCal Riv Ride

Better take some Zycam! On Fri, Nov 19, 2010 at 5:22 PM, Noel wrote: > On Nov 15, 11:10 am, "cyclotour...@gmail.com" > wrote: > > Nice write up! The sunset was amazing, although I could only catch it > > through the rear view mirror. > > > > Too bad Noel got you sick... > > Heh... Turns out yo

Re: [RBW] Re: Nov SoCal Riv Ride

Better than the lead weights. On Fri, Nov 19, 2010 at 7:38 PM, Noel wrote: > On Nov 19, 5:46 pm, cyclotourist wrote: > > Better take some Zycam! > > I've taken so much Zycam I sneeze wheelweights. I swear, the kids > bring home the most exotic diseases. I'm s

Re: [RBW] Re: more drivetrain refinement

An outside bashring/chainguard like on the Quickbeam is REALLY nice, but requires a bit of work as Garth mentioned. On Sat, Nov 20, 2010 at 8:33 AM, Garth wrote: > First you must be sure the 46t and 30t rings will clear your frame, > and and at what distance. This will determine your bottom brac

Re: [RBW] Re: Trail

I believe this discussion is what lead to the fall of the Ottoman Empire. On Sat, Nov 20, 2010 at 9:06 AM, Noel wrote: > I'm an admirer of both Grant and Jan, but... > > DougP and I traded bikes during a ride a few months back. His high- > trail Riv and my French style rando with super low trai

Re: [RBW] Re: Trail

No, that lead to the fall of the Aztecs. On Sat, Nov 20, 2010 at 10:05 AM, JimD wrote: > > Oh, and I thought it was the topic of planing. > > -JimD > > On Nov 20, 2010, at 9:46 AM, cyclotourist wrote: > > I believe this discussion is what lead to the fall of the Otto

Re: [RBW] Re: Today is the Day

Got some good luggage to go with it as well! On Sat, Nov 20, 2010 at 11:41 AM, Pondero wrote: > "Happy Corner" indeed. You've got a winner there. Enjoy! > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To post to this group, send

Re: [RBW] 47 cm Atlantis finds new home

Another satisfied customer! So will we see her riding Mulholland in Dec??? On Sat, Nov 20, 2010 at 3:01 PM, doug peterson wrote: > Cyclotourist spotted a 47 cm Atlantis in the LA CL and forwarded it to > several So Cal locals. My wife takes a very small frame and this > sounded in

[RBW] Was: Re: Simple One; Now: Stout bike tubing, threat or menace?

I did a quite scientific study of this earlier this summer. The results: Not much difference. The good news is that both bikes are a lot of fun to ride! Almost got out for a ride today, but clear spells always seemed to line up with

[RBW] today's ride (alt. title: fenders are good!)

It started like this: http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/5196487396/ and ended like this: http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/5195888379/ With rain, sleet and hail in between. Two layers of wool did their job and kept me a happy cycler for the day! -- Cheers, David Redlands, CA

Re: [RBW] Re: today's ride (alt. title: fenders are good!)

rained last night. > > But a fairly brisk 55F for my ride at 1100am. > > ~Mike~ > > > > On Nov 21, 2:33 pm, cyclotourist wrote: > > It started like this: > http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/5196487396/ > > > > and ended like this: > http:/

Re: [RBW] Re: today's ride (alt. title: fenders are good!)

gt; > > > It was dry all day here in the far north of LA County. Luckily it > > rained last night. > > > > But a fairly brisk 55F for my ride at 1100am. > > > > ~Mike~ > > > > On Nov 21, 2:33 pm, cyclotourist wrote: > > > > > > &g

Re: [RBW] Re: today's ride (alt. title: fenders are good!)

un, Nov 21, 2010 at 4:02 PM, Kelly wrote: > David, > > if you get time write up something for us newbies on wool. What do > you use and how do you use it. :) > > Kelly > > On Nov 21, 4:33 pm, cyclotourist wrote: > > It started like this: > http://www.fl

Re: [RBW] Ride Report - Early thoughts on AAH

Wow, that's a cool little site! On Sun, Nov 21, 2010 at 4:01 PM, Kelly wrote: > I started a thread awhile back asking or stating I thought I would > lose 2 or 3 miles per hour. I started another thread on Bicycle > Lifestyle "How important is speed" or some such garbage. Then as > reading the

Re: [RBW] Re: Non Brooks Saddle recommendations please.

Really like the WTB Devo/Deva. Only difference is screen printing AFAIK. Plus the added benefit of titanium rails, so you'll be faster, better rested, and undoubtedly smell better. http://www.wtb.com/products/saddles/racing/devo/ On Mon, Nov 22, 2010 at 7:17 AM, JGS wrote: > I do ride w/ the

[RBW] 650B Ourson closeouts

For those of you in the 650B camp or are B-curious, Jan/Compass is closing out the Ourson tires. Basically Col de la Vie tires with a lighter/folding casing. Sounds like a great tire for mixed terrain rides! http://janheine.wordpress.com/2010/11/22/closeout-grand-bois-ourson-650b-x-36-mm-tires/

Re: [RBW] mixte tandem!

That is the coolest design ever! Anyone know if there are downsides to a frame built like that? Is it super flexy or overbuilt to reduce flexiness? Tough enough for bouncing around on trails/fire roads??? On Mon, Nov 22, 2010 at 9:32 AM, bfd wrote: > On SF CL, there's a "french" mixte tandem

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