Re: [RBW] Heron: Why the incorrect info about tire clearance?

is 32mm without fenders at best, but I suspect some brands of 35 measure 32. The Heron Touring bike was built to accept a 700x35 tire with fenders when it was sold by Rivendell, and the fork clearance was increased sometime between 2000 and 2001when Todd Kuzma owned the brand. Hugh On Apr

Re: [RBW] Re: Heron: Why the incorrect info about tire clearance?

An excellent point. I wouldn't necessarily expect them to have specs for a bike they sold 15 years ago, but it is hard to know if you don't ask. They are exceptionally friendly folks too. Hugh "2000 Heron Road, but wish I had grabbed a Touring too" Flynn On Apr 25, 201

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

Patch Kit Only the smallest dime size patches will do. Collection of M5 Bolts in case something shakes loose. Old Power Bar wrapper to be used as tire boot if needed. Adds no appreciable weight and I've never needed it. Hugh Flynn Newburyport, M

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

My now long in the tooth Heron Road has the little screw tabs in the head badge. I've been meaning to drill and tap the head tube for 15 years, but I haven't quite gotten around to it yet. Whatever they used to affix Heron badges has held up well. Hugh Flynn Newburyport, MA

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv Rip-off?

Chris, Great story. ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipedemusings.blogspot.com/ On Thu, May 1, 2014 at 5:09 PM, 'Chris Lampe 2' via RBW Owners Bunch < rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com> wrote:

Re: [RBW] Gentleman Sam Hillborne but more of a story to it and a bit of drama

id, I am not a huge fan of upright bars for distance riding. I find too upright a posture to be nearly as uncomfortable as too bent a posture. Hugh "taking the middle path" Flynn Newburyport, MA On May 5, 2014, at 1:10 PM, dougP wrote: > Tom: > > It'll be interesting

Re: [RBW] Re: Annoying unwanted commentary/advice while riding a Rivendell.

Hey is this John Oliver masquerading as Jim Warren?? Or perhaps the "Dude" Priceless. "This aggression will not stand, man". ROTFL On Wednesday, April 20, 2016 at 3:05:35 PM UTC-7, James Warren wrote: > > For me, Julian's story is notable for one huge reason: > > that the guy said to him, "you're

[RBW] Re: Conversations with Grandma

Yes. Be in the now. Thus time and space expand and you have eternity. ~h On Friday, April 29, 2016 at 3:21:44 PM UTC-7, Garth wrote: > > Yep . . . . I was thinking about Grandma . . . sitting on the porch . > . .and me out for a ride. No matter where I go . . . .still as ever she > is e

[RBW] Re: My (f)Atlantis in the new Bunyan Velo

Mark, Taking my time though this issue and reveling in each page. Thanks for sharing. ~Hugh On Monday, May 2, 2016 at 1:58:45 PM UTC-7, Mark Reimer wrote: > > Hello friends, > > Just wanted to share that I've got an article in the new Bunyan Velo > magazine, sort of

[RBW] Re: Riv-ish Ride Down the CA Coast

Eric, Outstanding! I hear there is a dirt route down the coast, which I'd love to find and ride. I love the route you took some of the best of California. Thanks for the post. ~Hugh On Wednesday, May 4, 2016 at 8:21:48 AM UTC-7, Eric Norris wrote: > > I finally pulled the trigge

[RBW] Los Angeles MTB Urban Ramble.

Not really any Riv content and I apologize for that. Thought some might like to read a ride report. Here <https://velocipeedemusings.com/2016/05/08/cottonwood-urban-farm-mtb-ramble/> Tail Winds, ~Hugh Los Angeles, CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

Re: [RBW] Re: I'm in on the Fat-Lantis club

s so many great rides. It does seem to have a secret sauce. Enjoy the ride. ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.com/ On Tue, May 10, 2016 at 6:22 AM, Will wrote: > It's a great bike: much

[RBW] Re: Gifford Pinchot NF

Hey Mike, If possible could you illustrate the route you'd take from GPNF through Rainier? Gravel roads preferred. ~Hugh On Tuesday, May 10, 2016 at 8:08:29 PM UTC-7, Leaf Slayer wrote: > > I've done a fair amount of riding and bike camping in the GPNF and use the > FS map.

Re: [RBW] Re: Gifford Pinchot NF

Mike, It doesn't need to be today but I'll message you on FB. I like the Hinterlands route from bike portland, but the question is are there decent gravel (NF roads) after Panther Creek Falls via NF 6060 (Carson Guler Rd/Hollis Creek Rd) to Wind River Hwy North up to Packwood? ~Hugh

[RBW] Re: Jan's Appaloosa

Brian, Saw your Flickr feed. So sweet. You always have such great builds. I'm sure she'll love every pedal stroke. Cheers, ~Hugh On Wednesday, May 11, 2016 at 11:00:18 PM UTC-7, stonehog wrote: > > Pics of the build for my wife's new Appaloosa. Tape in honor of the late

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

Corwin, I'm sure there is. David will let you know what you need to do. Look forward to seeing you at the end if June. ~Hugh On May 12, 2016 10:36 AM, "Corwin" wrote: > Hi - > > Any chance there's still room? > > If so, I'd like to come. > > Than

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

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 time I see this post. > Beacon is just a few miles north of the academy, on the other side of the >

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

Working on a route. Off on an Overnight. Details soon. ~Hugh ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.com/ On Fri, May 13, 2016 at 3:55 AM, René Sterental wrote: > Are there defined plans for

[RBW] Re: Seeking advice: How to clean bartape off my Albatross bars

Goo Gone. I'm impatient so I put some elbow grease in the process. ~Hugh On Tuesday, May 17, 2016 at 7:52:13 AM UTC-7, Rob H. wrote: > > I've had this beat up set of Alba bars for a while, don't quite remember > if they're the CrMo or Aluminum bars. At any r

[RBW] This Really happened!

A sort of longish post about a recent SoCal bike adventure. You can read about it here <https://velocipeedemusings.com/2016/05/17/this-actually-happened-a-ride-across-the-western-san-gabriel-ridge/> . Cheers, ~Hugh -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

Re: [RBW] This Really happened!

Erl, I will ride with you. It may be a C&O tour or a Texas ramble but we will ride. Thank you for your kind words. In my haste to publish there are things I need to yet tighten up. Like including a link to Curtis's images. Warm Regards, ~Hugh On May 17, 2016 6:07 PM, "WETH&qu

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

David, So glad your back on the bike bro. I like the way your thinking and before long you'll back in your good ol shape. Looking forward to the shindig at the end of June, so take it mellow Mr. Warm Regards, ~Hugh On Monday, May 16, 2016 at 10:56:33 AM UTC-7, cyclot...@gmail.com

Re: [RBW] Re: This Really happened!

Thanks Deacon! Next time I think I should have you do the write up, well said sir, well said. Warm Regards, ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.com/ On Wed, May 18, 2016 at 6:05 AM, Deacon Patrick

Re: [RBW] Re: This Really happened!

Thanks Kieran! ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.com/ On Wed, May 18, 2016 at 8:42 AM, Kieran J wrote: > Wonderful. > > KJ > > > On Tuesday, May 17, 2016 at 3:57:18 PM UTC-4,

Re: [RBW] Re: This Really happened!

es you and Deacon Patrick post from Colorado. I used to have Patrick's Flickr feed but he discontinued it, what a bummer! Warm Regards, ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.com/ On Wed, May 18, 2016 at

Re: [RBW] Re: This Really happened!

Thanks Drew. I don't feel like a badass :) One of these day Mr. we'll get a ride in. Warm Regards, ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.com/ On Wed, May 18, 2016 at 6:49 PM, drew wrote:

Re: [RBW] Re: I'm in on the Fat-Lantis club

On Thu, May 19, 2016 at 8:58 AM, Mark Reimer wrote: > Nice! I can't quite make it out - what tire/fender combo is that? I'd love > some 2"ish tires and fenders on my 58cm atlantis. I'm sure I could fit 2.1 > thunder burts with fenders if I had 60mm fenders. But I only have 50's :( > > These bikes

[RBW] Re: Ride report: A Short, Eggcellent Adventure

bike particularly well. The cool crisp air, leaves rustled by the wind the church bell ringing in the distance and knowing it was 5 o'clock and time to make my way home in the fading light. Oh how the bike changed my life and expanded my universe. Thanks for the post. ~Hugh On Tuesday

Re: [RBW] Re: This Really happened!

Anytime. It would be my pleasure. Downtown is pretty interesting to ride as well. ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.com/ On Thu, May 19, 2016 at 12:07 PM, Kieran J wrote: > Hugh, > > I&#

[RBW] Separation anxiety at an all time high!!

lease include a pic and what your asking? We'll figure the shipping cost. Of course payment via PayPal. Warm Regards, ~Hugh Los Angeles, CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

Re: [RBW] Re: Separation anxiety at an all time high!!

John, I honestly like the Albatross bars and know my mental state will be relieved once I have a set. I have a set in my Riv cart in a holding pattern waiting... I like where you're going with the Bosco's Warm Regards, ~Hugh On Jun 5, 2016 10:55 AM, "Lungimsam" wrote:

Re: [RBW] Re: Separation anxiety at an all time high!!

Estaban, Now that's a great idea. An Albatross ride. I think fittingly near the ocean at a leisurely pace will do. My Hilsen has never had the pleasure of these bars, the time has come. Warm Regards, ~Hugh On Jun 5, 2016 10:57 AM, "Esteban" wrote: > Albatross FTW. Always

Re: [RBW] Re: Separation anxiety at an all time high!!

Chris, Glad you like the flavor of the post... ...this really is serious and your Alba bloggery is making it so much worse!! Thanks for that Chris. And you had to mention all three of yours are in service ;) Cheeky Warm Regards, ~Hugh "Zoloft" Smitham Hugh, This has got to be "

Re: [RBW] Re: Separation anxiety at an all time high!!

rhaps on a different bike I'd appreciate them. Those images of your Alba Sam are gorgeous and required I pop another Zolof. Warm Regards, ~Hugh I had a set of Albas once. I only bar-taped them in the grips because that creamy, blingy, nickel looking metal sheen was just so beautiful on the ba

Re: [RBW] Separation anxiety at an all time high!!

ve life anxiety free knowing that soon one of my rigs will afford an upright position. Thank you all for playing along and a big Riv hug to you Tom. Warm Regards, ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.com/

[RBW] Re: Lake Tahoe 72 mile ride succesfully completed!

Nice report Rene. I'd like to do this ride one of these days. The Hilsen is a magical worthy steed. ~Hugh On Sunday, June 5, 2016 at 6:53:10 PM UTC-7, René wrote: > > Hi all, > > I'm exhilarated at having completed the 72 mile bike ride around Lake > Tahoe today! I wa

Re: [RBW] Separation anxiety at an all time high!!

Jeremy, Indeed. ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.com/ On Tue, Jun 7, 2016 at 12:24 PM, Jeremy Till wrote: > "Better living through metallurgy." > > On Tuesday, June 7, 2016 a

Re: [RBW] Re: Separation anxiety at an all time high!!

Hi David, Doug and Noel have a wonderful back bay ride around Newport...I really need to get one of these rides on the books. You're in the loop. Warm Regards, ~Hugh -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To u

Re: [RBW] Re: Separation anxiety at an all time high!!

David, Alba's have been acquired. ~Hugh On Jun 7, 2016 6:10 PM, "David Person" wrote: > Thanks Hugh. Hope you are successful with your Alba search, and that all > is well with you. > > David > > On Tuesday, June 7, 2016 at 4:51:53 PM UTC-7, Hugh Smitham wrot

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

Without further fanfare here's the route <https://ridewithgps.com/routes/13946582>. ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.com/ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: Anybody not receiving RBW digest emails?

I was getting 4 abridged emails a day. Now back to once a day. ~Hugh On Wednesday, June 8, 2016 at 3:46:18 AM UTC-7, Mark in Beacon wrote: > > Since I posted this, my RBW emails have been hitting my inbox four or five > at a clip over a 24 hour period. I think I am basically caught

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

and a really mellow ride staying closer to the Inn. Without further fanfare here's the route <https://ridewithgps.com/routes/13946582>. Your thoughts? ~Hugh Los Angeles, CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

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

ot to be kidding me! On Thursday, June 9, 2016, Hugh Smitham wrote: > Hi Folks, > > I think my post to the original got buried. > > I wanted to throw out this ride as a potential Saturday ride from the Inn > and back with a stop at the Marin Museum of Bicycling. At first glance it

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

Reworking right now. Gonna re-route to go up Old Railroad Grade. ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.com/ On Thu, Jun 9, 2016 at 11:02 PM, oldmangabe wrote: > Yeeaaah. For some reason google let

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

Okay how does this look? More Miles still steep but no 40% ascents. Real steep down hills off the peak and again down repack. ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.com/ On Thu, Jun 9, 2016 at 9:37 PM

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

Helps to have a link <https://ridewithgps.com/routes/14327220>. ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.com/ On Thu, Jun 9, 2016 at 11:15 PM, Hugh Smitham wrote: > Okay how does this look? M

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

n terms of time I think a 8am roll out would work. That gives us 9 hours to ride visit the museum and get back to the Inn around 5pm. How's that sound (crickets) to ya' all. ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://ve

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

Hi David, You mean to say you're coming up Saturday. Look forward to seeing for dinner. ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.com/ On Sat, Jun 11, 2016 at 3:26 PM, David Stein wrote: > Looks

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

!1m5!1m1!1s0x808591a0140b73a3:0x95ccbb8b5ec2c308!2m2!1d-122.603996!2d37.904499?hl=en> to Pantoll Ranger Station. ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.com/ On Sat, Jun 11, 2016 at 4:32 PM, René Sterental wrote: >

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

2 miles and 3800' I think you'll be fine on this ride. No one's going to try and break any land speed records. No rider left behind spirit. Lots of photo op's, read that as rest breaks, regroups and scenic viewpoints. ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, y

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

Would 8:30am help? ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.com/ On Sat, Jun 11, 2016 at 6:03 PM, SSL wrote: > Hi Hugh, > > No worries! 8am might be hard for me. I don't think Bart from Be

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

t be done. I've been rolling the TB's Tubeless and where a supple tire would eventually flat I haven't had any problems for months. ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.com/ On Sat,

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

You're Welcome. ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.com/ On Sat, Jun 11, 2016 at 11:53 PM, René Sterental wrote: > Well, I'm certainly not Jan in terms of skills and abilities. I just

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

Okay. Then we'll stick to the 8am ride out. Maybe meet us at the Museum? Or maybe meet us at the Bon Tempe Dam Rd? Sean shoot me your cell phone # so we can coordinate the day of. ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein

[RBW] Re: Handlebar Suggestions for MTB Build?

ww.flickr.com/photos/pedalpusher61/26989213796/in/dateposted-public/> of the final. Good luck on your project. ~Hugh Los Angeles, CA On Tuesday, June 14, 2016 at 5:36:35 AM UTC-7, kielsun wrote: > > I hesitated posting this here, but it's definitely a Riv-inspired > conundrum. I

Re: [RBW] Re: Handlebar Suggestions for MTB Build?

r on mine looks goofy too. The upside is the all the bikepacking bags hide the ungainly steerer height. Lastly, the bike rides awesome now so it's a win! Look forward to what you decide. Cheers, ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Eins

Re: [RBW] Re: Handlebar Suggestions for MTB Build?

en I was young I'd imagine there were lot's of bars I'd have liked but today just not feasible. Warm Regards, ~Hugh On Jun 17, 2016 5:20 PM, "kielsun" wrote: > Getting there, Patrick. By "splayed out" I meant that my body felt too > elongated with th

Re: [RBW] Re: Handlebar Suggestions for MTB Build?

that perfect bar, I admire that. Now back to browsing for a new great handlebar. ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.com/ On Fri, Jun 17, 2016 at 11:39 AM, Robert Liebermann wrote: > Maybe it&

Re: [RBW] Re: Lost Boys Ride Rivendells

We'll make our own little vid. On Tuesday, June 21, 2016 at 9:02:24 PM UTC-7, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: > > 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 > > > > > > O

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

Bummer! Sorry you're not feeling well. Feel better soon. ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.com/ On Thu, Jun 23, 2016 at 5:31 AM, René Sterental wrote: > I got sick yesterday, and am t

[RBW] Re: A bit offtopic discussion of RivBike's shipping times

Never had a problem with shipping USPS ever. I can't say the same of Fedex. Maybe it's different for a business. USPS has decent tracking the last time I used there services. They've never delayed or lost anything so I don't know what they're like to run a claim through. The 9$ does seem high fo

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

Clayton, Like we'd forget :) Mr. 3.8 up front Knard. ~Hugh On Sunday, June 26, 2016 at 5:35:27 PM UTC-7, Clayton.sf wrote: > > A great weekend! Memories worth remembering! > Thanks all organizing and for all the good times. Do it again soon! Here > some pics too: > https

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

Dude you rock the images! Great riding with you and thanks for kicking my ass ;) ~Hugh On Sunday, June 26, 2016 at 4:03:02 PM UTC-7, Manuel Acosta wrote: > > Someone needs to write report on this. > > Such a great time, really hard to wrap my head and write something about > i

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

w in Fairfax a rider with a Garmin sade it was 95ºF in the shade. This was at roughly 3pm it wasn't much cooler up on the PM loop. Sorry you were sick and I hope you're feeling better. There were others that rode a quicker I think paved route to PM and hit it counterclockwise then down rep

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

nd kinda out of order. ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.com/ On Mon, Jun 27, 2016 at 2:07 PM, Joe Bunik wrote: > https://www.flickr.com/photos/joe_bunik/sets/72157667527929894 > > I don&#

[RBW] FS Nitto S65 Seatpost

I bought the wrong one. Virtually new except for the first 4mm where I inserted the post in the seat tube. 27.2/ 250mm $75 shipped CONUS PayPal is dandy at h...@smitham.com

[RBW] Re: FS: Revelate bag

It helps to have the price you're looking to get for the parts and whether it includes shipping or not and where you'll ship to and not. ~Hugh On Saturday, July 16, 2016 at 9:58:09 AM UTC-7, Patrick Shea wrote: > > I'm trying to fund a motorcycle jacket purchase

[RBW] Re: FS - 58cm Joe Appaloosa Disc Brakes

Whoa, a riv with discs my heart just skipped a beat :) I love it!! Too bad it's too large for me :( Hugh On Thursday, August 27, 2020 at 8:32:16 AM UTC-7 eric swain wrote: > > Hi everybody! > > So I've decided to part with my Appaloosa. I have been thinking about this &

Re: [RBW] Post Ur Riv

Wow! That's a nice ride sir. Hugh Flynn Newburyport, MA On Thu, Oct 15, 2020 at 4:26 PM Patrick Moore wrote: > Not a Rivendell, but very definitely a son of Rivendell: The new Chauncey > Matthews Road Bike for Road* newly shod with Rene Herse Naches Pass tires > (in place of t

Re: [RBW] Sam, almost fully dressed

Now that's a well dressed bike! Hugh Flynn Newburyport, MA On Tue, Oct 20, 2020 at 2:10 PM Joel S wrote: > I have about finished for now, the saddle is thanks to Ted Fay, not sure > on it yet, will try my champion special again, but not bad and a big things > as it was a gift.

Re: [RBW] Re: December Angeles Forest S240

that there's no water at Mill Creek Summitt so we need to pack the water we want to use. Mike I know you know this but for those that may join in. Best, ~Hugh On Wed, Nov 20, 2013 at 10:15 PM, Mike Schiller wrote: > The best I can figure is that from the summit of Gleason to the Su

Re: [RBW] Re: December Angeles Forest S240

Well it is in your neighborhood :-) -Hugh On Nov 21, 2013 9:52 PM, "Coconutbill" wrote: > Count me in ... most likely. > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to a topic in the > Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To unsu

Re: [RBW] Re: mechanical issues

his. I had this identical issue. My torque wrench is in Ft/Lbs or Newton meters. I converted the above torque to 37 Newton and no more creaking. Those noises are frustrating. Best, ~Hugh On Sun, Nov 24, 2013 at 11:51 PM, Jay in Tel Aviv wrote: > A few more details in case anyone is still

Re: [RBW] Re: mechanical issues

I of course am assuming you have a Sugino crank. Best, ~Hugh On Mon, Nov 25, 2013 at 9:17 AM, Hugh Smitham wrote: > Jay I think I know the problem. As you must of removed the crank when you > worked on the chain-rings you need to torque the crank bolt "And for all > you tor

Re: [RBW] Re: Caveman ketchup

lcohols (9g) net impact carbs 2g and it taste sweet and luscious. I hope this answers you question. Best, ~Hugh On Mon, Nov 25, 2013 at 9:10 AM, Anne Paulson wrote: > I'm trying to understand what you want in the flavor here, Hugh. I can > understand trying to avoid high fructose c

Re: [RBW] Re: Caveman ketchup

+1 on the recipe. Best, ~Hugh On Mon, Nov 25, 2013 at 12:04 PM, Deacon Patrick wrote: > I'd love the recipe too, Eric. > > With abandon, > Patrick > > On Monday, November 25, 2013 11:16:06 AM UTC-7, EGNolan wrote: > >> Patrick M- I'll get you the recip

Re: [RBW] Re: Birthday Ride Report

ay we want. Best, ~Hugh On Tue, Nov 26, 2013 at 5:48 AM, Deacon Patrick wrote: > Hugh, I took Addison's insight as a reflection on the spectrum scale (like > a political scale, for example) rather than an assessment of market share > by each point on that scale. If that's

Re: [RBW] Re: Birthday Ride Report

Deacon, I love it when you quote Dr. Who. Was that not a great 50th show! Best, ~Hugh On Tue, Nov 26, 2013 at 9:07 AM, Deacon Patrick wrote: > Not to mention the Gallifrey conundrum. > > With abandon, > Patrick > > > On Tuesday, November 26, 2013 9:49:13 AM UTC-7, hsmit

Re: [RBW] Re: Birthday Ride Report

Yes there were a few:-) I really liked David Tenent as the Dr. And it was awesome to see John Hurt as the young Dr. Nice to know your a Whovian. Best, ~Hugh On Tue, Nov 26, 2013 at 10:22 AM, Deacon Patrick wrote: > That was a LOT of police boxes. > > With abandon, > Patrick >

Re: [RBW] Re: Hetres are done.The search continues.

ey're great for gravel so I figure they'd be fine for commuting. I'll look into the Lierre. Best, ~Hugh On Wed, Nov 27, 2013 at 9:15 PM, Michael wrote: > Or, the GB Lierre. That looks like it has a thicker tread on it than the >> Hetre. >> > -- > You recei

Re: [RBW] Re: Hetres are done.The search continues.

'll have a post thanksgiving ride...gotta burn those calories. Best, ~Hugh On Wed, Nov 27, 2013 at 9:12 PM, Michael wrote: > Glad you are not hurt (your are ok?). >> > > I have Hetres on my Bleriot but haven't really done any commuting on them. > I was gonna put t

Re: [RBW] Re: Hetres are done.The search continues.

Bruce do they make Nifty-Swifties in 650b? I don't think so. Best, ~Hugh On Thu, Nov 28, 2013 at 2:49 AM, Bruce Herbitter wrote: > RBW Nifty-Swifties are reliable, if not quite "light." > > > On Wed, Nov 27, 2013 at 11:12 PM, Michael wrote: > >>

Re: [RBW] Re: Hetres are done.The search continues.

Mike I think gravel is different then sharp granitic rocks, I toured on them with the same weight down the California coast no problem. Have your friend come out here and run them on some of our trails no extra weight needed. YMMV. Best, ~Hugh On Thu, Nov 28, 2013 at 4:02 AM, mikel66

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Patrick I have a set of BA's ready to go for the Atlantis can't wait to give em a go...heard lots of good things about them. Also going to experiment with the Stan's though that won't help with slashes. Best, ~Hugh On Thu, Nov 28, 2013 at 7:05 AM, Patrick Moore wrote:

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n the bike community. Best, ~Hugh On Thu, Nov 28, 2013 at 7:52 AM, Matthew J wrote: > I've had and liked Kojaks. The ride does not compare to Grand Bois Extra > Legers or Challenge Paris-Roubaix. > > > On Thursday, November 28, 2013 9:05:36 AM UTC-6, Patrick Moore wrote: >

Re: [RBW] Re: Hetres are done.The search continues.

Chris, for your purpose I think they're fine. For me I think they're a bit limited as I like the freedom of running off road on a whim. But glad they work for you. Best, ~Hugh On Thu, Nov 28, 2013 at 8:05 PM, Chris Cullum wrote: > I think it really depends on the terrain. Jan men

Re: [RBW] Re: Hetres are done.The search continues.

Deacon of the Hinterlands...I love quiche and haven't run flat prevention yet but were in a new millennium so all those old rules just don't apply. Grin. Best, ~Hugh On Fri, Nov 29, 2013 at 12:45 PM, Deacon Patrick wrote: > You realize, of course, Hugh, that real men don't

Re: [RBW] Re: Hetres are done.The search continues.

Exactly;-) Best, ~Hugh On Fri, Nov 29, 2013 at 4:24 PM, Deacon Patrick wrote: > Rules? > > With abandon, > Patrick > > > On Friday, November 29, 2013 5:09:57 PM UTC-7, hsmitham wrote: > >> Deacon of the Hinterlands...I love quiche and haven't run flat

Re: [RBW] Re: Hetres are done.The search continues.

No way dude. I'm a frigging outlaw! On Nov 29, 2013 4:52 PM, "Mike" wrote: > Did someone say rules? > > http://www.velominati.com/the-rules/ > > --mike > > On Friday, November 29, 2013 4:33:17 PM UTC-8, hsmitham wrote: > >> Exactly;-) >> >&

Re: [RBW] Re: Hetres are done.The search continues.

You know it. Best, ~Hugh On Fri, Nov 29, 2013 at 5:38 PM, David Yu Greenblatt < david.yu.greenbl...@gmail.com> wrote: > > RBW Outlaw Bicycle Club One-Percenter For Life! > > > On Fri, Nov 29, 2013 at 4:56 PM, Hugh Smitham wrote: > >> No way dude. I'm a frigg

Re: [RBW] Re: Interloc Racing Design Defiant 50-34t Compact Road Double Crank

He was there till 1994 IIRC. Best, ~Hugh On Sun, Dec 1, 2013 at 6:05 PM, Tom Virgil wrote: > Come to think of it, I could do the trigonometry for a given bottom > bracket height and crank arm length and see how much more "lean" one gets > out of a lower q factor. Not th

Re: [RBW] Re: Hetres are done.The search continues.

and puncture resistance than the Hetres and can handle the occasional light off-road foray. I'm looking at the Soma Xpress and the Nifty Swifty but leaning toward the Soma's as he Grant seems to like them. I heard my buddy Evan had a worn set of original Rumpkins and they tore on the side

Re: [RBW] Re: Hetres are done.The search continues.

Great field repair! I gotta remember that for the future. Best, ~Hugh On Mon, Dec 2, 2013 at 6:06 PM, Iron Rider <1000...@gmail.com> wrote: > I had major sidewall blowout with the GB lierre: > http://eprider.blogspot.com/2013/06/images-from-catskill-600k.html I > won't

Re: [RBW] Re: Hetres are done.The search continues.

But there's nothing wrong with having another bike right. Best, ~Hugh On Tue, Dec 3, 2013 at 8:20 PM, cyclotourist wrote: > +1 on having a second wheelset. Much less expensive than having a second > bike! > > > > On 12/3/13, Hugh Smitham wrote: > > Bill, > &g

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Right Mr. Bike of the Month club Rat-a-tat! Best, ~Hugh On Tue, Dec 3, 2013 at 8:52 PM, cyclotourist wrote: > Well, I suppose... > > On 12/3/13, Hugh Smitham wrote: > > But there's nothing wrong with having another bike right. > > > > Best, > > > >

Re: [RBW] Re: Speaking of tires, which should you use for the Redlands Strada Rossa course???

Really! It's gonna be international. IIRC you grew up in Poway, Ca? Anyway that's great you'll make it. Look forward to riding with ya. Best, ~Hugh On Tue, Dec 3, 2013 at 9:37 PM, sameness wrote: > Only just realized that I can actually make this ride. 11-32 and 32-559 &

Re: [RBW] Re: Hetres are done.The search continues.

Wait a gosh darn second...aren't they one in the same. Best, ~Hugh On Tue, Dec 3, 2013 at 9:37 PM, cyclotourist wrote: > Do as I say, not as I do... > > On 12/3/13, Hugh Smitham wrote: > > Right Mr. Bike of the Month club Rat-a-tat! > > > > Best, > &g

Re: [RBW] Re: Hetres are done.The search continues.

In the case of the Bike of the Month Club it's yes often. Best, ~Hugh On Tue, Dec 3, 2013 at 9:41 PM, cyclotourist wrote: > Occasionally... > > -- > Cheers, > David > > "it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride." - Seth Vidal > > -- > You rec

Re: [RBW] Re: Hetres are done.The search continues.

Ha! On Dec 3, 2013 9:46 PM, "cyclotourist" wrote: > December is just starting... I'd like me one of those SOMA Grand Randos! > > On 12/3/13, Hugh Smitham wrote: > > In the case of the Bike of the Month Club it's yes often. > > > > Best, > >

Re: [RBW] Re: Speaking of tires, which should you use for the Redlands Strada Rossa course???

Jeff, Where in LA? It'll be great to have another in the region. -Hugh On Dec 3, 2013 9:57 PM, "sameness" wrote: > Poway High alumnus, though technically I grew up in Rancho Bernardo. Only > real difference being the ratio of guns to golf courses. > > I'm actual

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