Re: [RBW] Re: Threadless versus threaded stems -- convenience summary

2018-11-08 Thread hugh flynn
because I find the quill adapter approach to look so clunky. Hugh "fretting fiddler" Flynn Newburyport, MA On Wed, Nov 7, 2018 at 10:05 PM 'Dave Small' via RBW Owners Bunch < rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com> wrote: > I get the best of both worlds on about half my b

Re: [RBW] Re: In praise of fixed mountain riding

2018-11-24 Thread hugh flynn
nning THAT fast, I just scrub a little speed off with the brake before things get too hairy. Hugh "I can fix that" Flynn Newburyport, MA On Sat, Nov 24, 2018 at 2:09 AM Philip Williamson < philip.william...@gmail.com> wrote: > Single track A and single track B are more diffe

Re: [RBW] Oot de Fire, Intwa de Snoo

2018-04-21 Thread hugh flynn
You are having way too much fun. Keep it up! -- Hugh Flynn Newburyport, MA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunc

Re: [RBW] WTB: Nitto Quill Stem 70mm 26.0

2018-04-24 Thread hugh flynn
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Re: [RBW] Re: Frustrated by RBW lack of inventory

2018-04-26 Thread hugh flynn
It’s a bit of a catch 22 I would imagine. Inventory requires capital, and capital is generated by moving inventory. What's a small business to do? On Thu, Apr 26, 2018 at 11:03 AM 'Clayton' via RBW Owners Bunch < rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com> wrote: > Yeah, me too. > > I responded to their

Re: [RBW] Re: Frustrated by RBW lack of inventory

2018-04-26 Thread hugh flynn
, raw material availability, suppliers who freak out and run away to Cabo when a big order is due, and the never ending small-business cash flow/inventory dance of the macabre. Expectations must be adjusted when one wants what Amazon doesn’t provide. Hugh “delayed gratification ain’t all bad” Flynn

Re: [RBW] Re: Coffee Making Question

2018-05-25 Thread hugh flynn
I’m much more of a hethen than most here. Grind at home, msr stove, tin cup for boiling water, collapsible cone, and pour over into a lightweight mug. Good enough. Hugh “slacker” Flynn Newburyport, MA On Fri, May 25, 2018 at 5:10 PM Garth wrote: > While I don't drink n drive with co

Re: [RBW] appaloosa tire fit

2018-05-25 Thread hugh flynn
. Hugh “not all that helpful” Flynn Newburyport, MA On Fri, May 25, 2018 at 8:02 PM Deacon Patrick wrote: > The good news is your front tire and your bike already know. Grin. > > 1. remove front tire. > 2. mount tire to rear rim. > > The answer will be clear. Grin. > >

Re: [RBW] Jobst on short chainstays

2018-05-28 Thread hugh flynn
nothing to do with the long stays, well, at least I can report that I have yet to find anything to be unhappy about with the bike (and much to be VERY happy about). Hugh “long stays seem nice so far” Flynn Newburyport, MA On Mon, May 28, 2018 at 10:09 AM iamkeith wrote: > I was daydreaming abou

Re: [RBW] Re: Jobst on short chainstays

2018-05-29 Thread hugh flynn
I’m still interested in the answers to “how long is too long?” and “what are the drawbacks to long, as long as it’s not too long?” My recent Appaloosa experience only confirms (for me at least) that Riv long doesn’t seem to be too long. Hugh “long in the tooth” Flynn Newburyport, MA On Tue

Re: [RBW] Re: What do Riv riders like for front low rider racks?

2018-06-02 Thread hugh flynn
shortly. Hugh “Sure, but...” Flynn Newburyport, MA. On Sat, Jun 2, 2018 at 7:11 PM Kainalu V. wrote: > Option #2- strip and braze (then paint?/wax?/rust) > Then braise, eat, and ride away into the sunset... > -Kai > BKNY > > -- > You received this message because you are sub

Re: [RBW] When bad fasteners happen to good bikes

2018-06-07 Thread hugh flynn
than carbon fiber brake cables. The horror, the horror! Is that a custom painted screw, or an off the shelf green ground wire? Hugh “never in all my days” Flynn Newburyport, MA On Thu, Jun 7, 2018 at 3:14 AM Patrick Moore wrote: > Great story, and well written, btw. The message is, in short: f

Re: [RBW] Re: MTB hints in yesterday's Blahg?

2018-06-12 Thread hugh flynn
. All disclaimers states above apply of course, but this strikes me as a non issue. Hugh “just stop” Flynn Newburyport, MA On Tue, Jun 12, 2018 at 8:40 AM Eric Daume wrote: > What rims would you use for a non disc plus bike? A non-disc plus bike > seems like going against the crowd ju

Re: [RBW] Re: MTB hints in yesterday's Blahg?

2018-06-12 Thread hugh flynn
way the bike rides. Weight is not a factor in that point. I’m calling myself still ideologically pure :-) Hugh “flex” Flynn Newburyport, MA On Tue, Jun 12, 2018 at 12:52 PM Justin, Oakland wrote: > I think there’s a certain irony in lovers of modern Rivendell designs > being worried abo

Re: [RBW] Riv basket nets hook source?

2018-06-12 Thread hugh flynn
Those particular hooks, no, but if you search for “bungee plastic hooks” you’ll find quite a few others to choose from. I make my own bungee cords and nets with materials I can grab at my LMS (local marine shop), and they usually have a pretty good bungee hook collection as well. Hugh “sproing

Re: [RBW] 58 Appaloosa Build (a tale of two bike frames)

2018-06-16 Thread hugh flynn
least I know I’m in the right range on the 58 now so that’s a good thing. Hugh On Sat, Jun 16, 2018 at 11:45 AM iamkeith wrote: > That's a 75.5cm saddle height? Sure looks good, if not slightly high, to > me. Shorter stem might look better and would also allow it to be higher >

Re: [RBW] 58 Appaloosa Build (a tale of two bike frames)

2018-06-17 Thread hugh flynn
Thank you, and yeah, that blue is something. My ‘99 Heron Road is silver, so I thought I’d try something else for the Joe. Honestly, I wasn’t crazy about going with the blue at first...then I saw it in person. It’s a liquid silver blue that just brings joy. Hugh On Sun, Jun 17, 2018 at 1:21 AM

Re: [RBW] 58 Appaloosa Build (a tale of two bike frames)

2018-06-17 Thread hugh flynn
the 58 were partially visual and based on the fact that my build is more “road” specific than the stated off road design for the bike. I should have taken that into account when making my initial sizing estimate. There are worse things than having two Appaloosas to work with :-) Hugh On Sun, Jun

Re: [RBW] Re: 58 Appaloosa Build (a tale of two bike frames)

2018-06-19 Thread hugh flynn
That right there is the key here. I've ridden on Riv-sized larger bikes for 20+ years now and I didn't trust my gut when looking through the charts. I'd have been better off if I trusted my gut feel from the outset. On Mon, Jun 18, 2018 at 11:18 PM adam leibow wrote: > hu

Re: [RBW] Thanks Grant

2018-06-19 Thread hugh flynn
Are basic decency and human dignity really a political position? Hugh Flynn Newburyport, MA On Tue, Jun 19, 2018 at 11:52 PM Mattt wrote: > Please do not introduce political non “bike” talk on the board. > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google G

Re: [RBW] 650b vs 700c wide tite thoughts needed.

2018-06-20 Thread hugh flynn
legitimate control by riding both on the same exact bike. Hugh “lab test” Flynn Newburyport, MA On Wed, Jun 20, 2018 at 8:14 AM WETH wrote: > Dear Lum, > I assume you are thinking of converting a bike from 700c to 650b. I’ve > converted two bikes: a riv road and Romulus. I ride Fatty

Re: [RBW] Re: Thanks Grant

2018-06-20 Thread hugh flynn
And I, in turn, hope this board and every aspect of all of our lives is over run with the outrage that is appropriate and which spurs action until this affront to both god and man is ended. This isn’t politics. This is humanity pure and simple. Hugh On Wed, Jun 20, 2018 at 11:34 AM Christopher

Re: [RBW] Other annoying threads

2018-06-21 Thread hugh flynn
I hate long threads about shorts, short threads about long pants, and loose threads in general. Hugh “sewing discord” Flynn Newburyport, MA On Thu, Jun 21, 2018 at 8:06 AM Eric Daume wrote: > I hate threads about building perfect cassette combinations. “Well, if I > had a 13-15-18 it wo

Re: [RBW] Re: Dear Riv, please make a wider Noodle

2018-06-25 Thread hugh flynn
OH M G NooodleMoose would be such an amazing, fantastic, and horrendous thing all at once. I want 9 of them. Hugh “Noodle Rider” Flynn Newburyport, MA On Mon, Jun 25, 2018 at 8:50 AM Virgil Staphbeard wrote: > They could be moose-style to remove the ability for people to use an > &quo

Re: [RBW] Re: 58 Appaloosa Build (a tale of two bike frames)

2018-06-25 Thread hugh flynn
than they did on the smaller frame (with about 6cm of quill extension). I’ve gone with a 9cm stem rather than the 10 I was thinking I’d need and all is truly delightful. Hugh “I think I have it all sorted now” Flynn Newburyport, MA On Mon, Jun 25, 2018 at 9:12 AM WETH wrote: > Hugh, > Ho

Re: [RBW] Re: Dear Riv, please make a wider Noodle

2018-06-25 Thread hugh flynn
Man, if you have to ask... Hugh On Mon, Jun 25, 2018 at 5:00 PM Joe Bernard wrote: > A Noodle-Moose would be hilarious. > > "What's that?" > > 'Noodle-Moose.' > > "Why?" > > -- > You received this message because you are

Re: [RBW] Re: 53 cm LWB Atlantis test ride

2018-06-26 Thread hugh flynn
d to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an > email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. > To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. > Visit this group

Re: [RBW] Re: 53 cm LWB Atlantis test ride

2018-06-27 Thread hugh flynn
from it, send an > email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. > To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. > Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. > For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. &

Re: [RBW] Re: Wool at 100*+

2018-06-29 Thread hugh flynn
years. Hugh “comfort” Flynn Newburyport, MA On Fri, Jun 29, 2018 at 7:34 AM Fullylugged wrote: > Recently got the new RUSA summer weight wool jersey (there is a heavier > version too). Excellent in hot and humid weather. No nipple abrasion when > wet, and no freezing when I go insi

Re: [RBW] Socketed Seat Lug on a Hunqapillar

2018-06-30 Thread hugh flynn
quicker/less error prone assembly. I don’t know that the objective is a stronger joint although that could well be a benefit of this method. Hugh “not a builder” Flynn Newburyport, MA On Sat, Jun 30, 2018 at 7:25 AM Peter White wrote: > It's easier to get a fillet wrong. I got one wrong wh

Re: [RBW] Thanks Grant

2018-07-01 Thread hugh flynn
from, and respect people who aren’t 100% like ourselves in all aspects. So, yes, thanks Grant! Hugh Flynn Newburyport, MA On Sun, Jul 1, 2018 at 7:56 AM Richard wrote: > Thanks Grant, good job at dividing us. > > > > On Thursday, June 21, 2018 at 1:06:04 PM UTC-4, Patrick Moore

Re: [RBW] Thanks Grant

2018-07-02 Thread hugh flynn
way the current President spoke about the last President before the current President was the President. Hugh “standards are like Rivendell top tubes on larger sized bikes” Flynn Newburyport, MA On Mon, Jul 2, 2018 at 6:57 AM Steve Palincsar wrote: > > On 07/01/2018 11:21 PM, Justin, O

Re: [RBW] Re: 58 Appaloosa Build (a tale of two bike frames)

2018-07-05 Thread hugh flynn
Noodles. Pretty much the only drop bar I use on any bike. They have quite a long reach compared to others, but for me, that’s a good thing. Now that I’ve paired them with a 9cm stem, all is flat out perfect for me. Hugh “Noodle” Flynn Newburyport, ma On Thu, Jul 5, 2018 at 11:50 AM Mike Godwin

Re: [RBW] Pics of your Nitto Big Front Rack install?

2018-07-05 Thread hugh flynn
search for Nitto 34f, you’ll find some examples. Hugh “haven’t gotten around to mounting mine yet, but if I do I’ll post pictures” Flynn Newburyport, MA On Thu, Jul 5, 2018 at 11:26 PM Joe Bernard wrote: > Have you watched the installation video on Rivbike? It shows Mark using > clamps, not t

Re: [RBW] The "One Bike" for a featherweight?

2018-07-12 Thread hugh flynn
and see what you think. I'd be willing to guarantee that you won't hurt the frame in any way doing so. Hugh "underbiking" Flynn Newburyport, MA On Thu, Jul 12, 2018 at 12:09 AM Drw wrote: > I’m about 180lbs, so not a featherweight. At one time I had a hunqapillar, > Sam

[RBW] Re: A Homer Hilsen vs LHT - Will I notice a difference?

2017-12-29 Thread Hugh Smitham
then I have a bike that costs much less so less money hanging in the garage. My brother owned a Sam and it's nice. Not as snappy as a AHH but a great bike nonetheless. Maybe consider one of the other bikes Riv is making now. Anyway enjoy the process. ~hugh On Wednesday, December 27, 201

[RBW] Re: FS: Saluki

2018-01-12 Thread Hugh Smitham
I would be sending funds now if it was 6cm larger. Exactly my favorite Rivendell. GLWTS. ~hugh -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Lower price Atlantis!

2018-03-22 Thread Hugh Smitham
Well put Tony. It has me intrigued. hugh On Tuesday, March 20, 2018 at 3:28:48 PM UTC-7, Tony DeFilippo wrote: > > I have to admit I'm now contemplating what I'd do if presented with a new > 650B Atlantis shod with 2.35" Schwable semi-slicks otherwise built up lik

[RBW] Why I Might Delete a Thread

2019-12-12 Thread Hugh Smitham
Jim I second Erl's thoughts. Mainly a lurker these days, I've always respected this groups tenor and your steady hand. Happy holidays, Hugh -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this grou

[RBW] Re: PSA: Tiny Saluki/Homer at RBW any color you want

2019-12-14 Thread Hugh Smitham
This is like pouring salt into a fresh wound. h On Tuesday, December 10, 2019 at 3:28:28 PM UTC-8, chris feczko wrote: > > > https://www.rivbike.com/collections/web-special-frames/products/u-pick-the-paint-47cm-saluki-homer > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Googl

[RBW] WTB 57cm A. Homer Hilsen

2019-12-25 Thread Hugh Smitham
Wow, such empty. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit htt

Re: [RBW] Re: Can we talk about long wheelbases?

2020-01-08 Thread hugh flynn
ers of the Bob/riv lists are a special, self-selected, set of enthusiast bike nerds (said with the upmost respect I assure you as I is one too). Do you think, for example, that Jimmy Carter agonized over chainstay length before ordering his Rivs? I hope not. Hugh "just ride" Flynn New

[RBW] Geo Question

2020-01-10 Thread Hugh Smitham
Anyone know the stack height on a Riv 58cm A.H.H? TIA, Hugh -- 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...@google

[RBW] Geo Question

2020-01-10 Thread Hugh Smitham
Thanks Eric. I didn't think the stack was that much. Hugh -- 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...@g

[RBW] Geo Question

2020-01-10 Thread Hugh Smitham
Also thanks for that website Eric -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on t

[RBW] Re: Geo Question

2020-01-11 Thread Hugh Smitham
Rivendell frames. Let's plan a ride in 2020. Hugh On Friday, January 10, 2020 at 10:29:06 PM UTC-8, Richard Rios wrote: > > Hey Hugh, > > Hope all is good. Just as a general observation I find adding the degree > by which the top tube upslopes to the seat tube length gets ya prett

Re: [RBW] Re: How & when & why did you find Rivendell? What was your first bike or part from them?

2020-01-13 Thread hugh flynn
changed my life. Bought a Heron Road from Riv in 1998 or 99, an Appoloosa 18 years later, and god knows how much other stuff in between. Hugh "old guy" Flynn On Sun, Jan 12, 2020 at 10:22 AM Jeremy Till wrote: > I think I first became really aware of Rivendell through Sh

Re: [RBW] Re: Geo Question

2020-01-14 Thread Hugh Smitham
Jason, That Geo website really helps especially in comparisons. I too am challenged by those two Geo numbers and agree they should be prominent right up with standover I'm attempting to rectify my deficiency. Hugh On Tue, Jan 14, 2020, 3:20 PM Jason Fuller wrote: > Very much agree th

Re: [RBW] Re: Geo Question

2020-01-14 Thread Hugh Smitham
Chris, I'm coming to a similar conclusion. Hugh On Tue, Jan 14, 2020, 4:49 PM Chris L wrote: > A very basic understanding of Stack and Reach has been very helpful for > me. I know a bike with a Reach in the 300's will be too short for me and > that a stack of about 600 is

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: 56cm Canti Saluki

2020-01-27 Thread Hugh Smitham
MikeMike, Is the 54cm listed? How can I get in touch with your friend? Hugh On Sunday, January 26, 2020 at 11:04:37 AM UTC-8, mikemike wrote: > > My buddy has a pea green 54cm saluki for sale in rhode island > > On Fri, Jan 24, 2020, 12:02 PM Dave Johnston > wrote: > >

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: 56cm Canti Saluki

2020-01-27 Thread Hugh Smitham
Thanks Mike. On Mon, Jan 27, 2020, 2:41 PM mikel66...@juno.com wrote: > > https://providence.craigslist.org/bik/d/north-smithfield-rivendell-ahh-saluki/7062232904.html > > > > *Forget Viagra: This Pill "Destroys" ED Without Prescriptio

[RBW] Long shot desperately seeking 56 cm saluki.

2020-01-30 Thread Hugh Smitham
Just kidding I'm nowhere near desperate but I figured I'd try and see if anybody wanted to sell a 56 CM saluki frame and fork? I'm expecting crickets but hey you never know? Best Regards, Hugh -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups &qu

[RBW] Re: Long shot desperately seeking 56 cm saluki.

2020-02-03 Thread Hugh Smitham
Bump. On Thursday, January 30, 2020 at 4:56:16 PM UTC-8, Hugh Smitham wrote: > > Just kidding I'm nowhere near desperate but I figured I'd try and see if > anybody wanted to sell a 56 CM saluki frame and fork? > > I'm expecting crickets but hey you never kn

Re: [RBW] In your opinion, what's missing from the Riv lineup?

2020-02-14 Thread hugh flynn
ars, but should they return to the line up, I'd be sure to grab one. Hugh "hoping for one more batch of QuickBeam's for old time's sake" Flynn Newburyport, MA On Thu, Feb 13, 2020 at 9:39 PM Patrick Moore wrote: > Thanks, all. Someone else suggested a Soma Tradesman, whi

Re: [RBW] Re: Advice Needed: Best Remedy for a Slipping Hunqapillar Seatpost

2020-02-20 Thread hugh flynn
event it from turning. Those slots are there for the "key" on the socket side of the seatpost bolt arrangement. One could choose which side to put the keyed socket in I guess, but you'd never use both keyed sides at the same time or you would be able to tighten the seatpost

Re: [RBW] Re: Vaughn's custom for sale

2020-02-29 Thread hugh flynn
The pearl clutching is a bit much. I'm going to assume this is just mid-winter cabin fever settling in. Someone has offered a bike for sale. If you want it, buy it (someone has) If you don't, don't. Is there any more to it? Hugh "really glad it was too small for me, caus

Re: [RBW] Re: Vaughn's custom for sale

2020-02-29 Thread hugh flynn
;m about as far away from being a customer of "epic" goods as one can get. So where does that leave me? Probably somewhat more reflective about MY comments than I was earlier today... Hugh "got no dog in this fight" Flynn Newburyport, MA On Sat, Feb 29, 2020 at 2:36 PM Joe Be

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Frank Jones Sr. (51.5cm) (PBH 77.5-80.2)

2020-02-29 Thread hugh flynn
I'd be interested at it's current price if you could make it a 59! I'm with Joe. It'll sell. It's a BEAUTIFUL bike. Just might be a bit early in the year is all. Hugh "Sorta glad it's not my size" Flynn Newburyport, MA On Sat, Feb 29, 2020 at 6

Re: [RBW] Riv Girls: 3rd Annual Reunion

2020-03-14 Thread hugh flynn
We need a RBW ride patch for Riv Bike Women! Hugh "this is awesome" Flynn Newburyport, MA On Fri, Mar 13, 2020 at 7:03 PM Roberta wrote: > > Oh, wouldn't that be fun to have these Riv Gal meetups around the country, > and more of us on the Henderson one. > > Ke

Re: [RBW] Re: What Is a Cheviot?

2020-03-28 Thread hugh flynn
t bar/mt levers, I'd expect less than optimal braking performance as the M/A of the levers doesn't match what the brake was designed for, no? Hugh "No issues with the R559s on my road bike" Flynn Newburyport, MA On Sat, Mar 28, 2020 at 4:44 PM Ahmed Elgasseir wrote: > Sweet

Re: [RBW] Re: What Is a Cheviot?

2020-03-28 Thread hugh flynn
I don't know enough to say who is wrong or right, and suspect it doesn't matter anyway. Given all the bad press the R559s have received, I was just surprised when they worked so very well for my 650B conversion w/road levers. Hugh "haven't crashed yet" Flynn Newburyport,

Re: [RBW] Re: Mystery bike in April Blahg

2019-04-28 Thread hugh flynn
Meh. While I really enjoy Rivendell's approach to decal design and naming, I'd buy and ride them with no decals. Hell, I'd probably prefer it. Love the headbadges though. Hugh "A nice bike by any name would ride just as well" Flynn Newburyport, MA On Sun, Apr 28, 2019

Re: [RBW] Re: MTB Hunqapillar questions

2019-04-29 Thread hugh flynn
ipate that the sweep back could be an issue, give 'em a try! Hugh "bullish" Flynn Newburyport, MA On Mon, Apr 29, 2019 at 9:41 AM Reid Echols wrote: > I use the fairweather bullmoose bars with an adapter on my Appaloosa, and > find that slightly less sweep/rise and more wi

Re: [RBW] Re: Mystery bike in April Blahg

2019-04-29 Thread hugh flynn
ent forum. Hugh "" Flynn Newburyport, MA On Mon, Apr 29, 2019 at 7:41 PM 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch < rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com> wrote: > For me, for better or worse, the decals and the model name and other > possible flourishes are part

Re: [RBW] Re: Nitto M18 vs Mini Front for carrying a basket

2019-05-13 Thread hugh flynn
rack. The 34F or other full-sized front racks should be fine with a basket. Hugh Flynn Newburyport, MA On Mon, May 13, 2019 at 7:02 AM Fullylugged wrote: > The Nitto site still says no baskets on these racks. it's not just the > weight, it's the down force on bumps too. There

Re: [RBW] Re: Dealing with verbal harrassment on the road

2019-05-14 Thread hugh flynn
t;Masshole" thing is certainly well-earned. Hugh Flynn Newburyport, MA On Mon, May 13, 2019 at 3:45 PM Peter White wrote: > There's an easy fix for this problem. > > MOVE TO NEW HAMPSHIRE! > > Here in New Hampshire, even the guys in the pickup trucks jacked up an >

[RBW] Re: 25th Anniversary not-meeting, Entmoot, Fellowship of the Rigs, get together and ho-down

2019-06-22 Thread Hugh Smitham
So where are the details? Where & when? Hugh -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. T

[RBW] Drive compatibility question.

2019-08-09 Thread Hugh Smitham
Does Shimano 9 speed road shift/brake levers work with shimano 9 speed mountain? I recall it was when shimano went to 10 speed that the compatibility ended. TIA, Hugh -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubs

[RBW] Re: WTB: 700c road wheelset

2019-08-09 Thread Hugh Smitham
I have a set of used Fulcrum I'd sell for cheap. Not 36 hole though. More like 28 IIRC Hugh On Thursday, August 8, 2019 at 2:02:16 PM UTC-7, Drw wrote: > > Asking for a friend who just bought a roadini frameset. Not looking for > something too overbuilt. Also no need for super

Re: [RBW] Drive compatibility question.

2019-08-09 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hi Joe, The Ultegra shifters are 2x10? And FYI I'm just doing preliminary info gathering at this point. ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein <https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&

Re: [RBW] Re: Drive compatibility question.

2019-08-15 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hi fellas, Been occupied lately. Tim I haven't reached out to Joe about a purchase so if you are in need of them I will back out so you can get your bike rolling again. Best Regards, Hugh On Thu, Aug 15, 2019, 12:05 PM 'Tim' via RBW Owners Bunch < rbw-owners-bunch@googl

Re: [RBW] FS: Canti-Saluki 62cm

2019-08-16 Thread Hugh Smitham
Yes let's shrink it down to a 84 pbh sized Saluki. This is my holy grail Riv. Hugh -- 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 r

[RBW] Re: FS: 62cm Rivendell Saluki

2019-09-13 Thread Hugh Smitham
I am in no way a potential buyer (pbh=83) but my burning question is why the release? Too large or small? GLWTS On Sunday, September 8, 2019 at 6:17:05 PM UTC-7, Daniel Jackson wrote: > > Catch and release from the list - this is the same beauty that Justin had > for sale a couple of weeks ago.

[RBW] Re: All Rounder

2019-09-24 Thread Hugh Smitham
That's a beauty Joe. On Monday, September 23, 2019 at 11:32:36 PM UTC-7, Joe Bernard wrote: > > Here's the first shots of my new-to-me A/R sans front fender and rack, and > before I upright it with Boscos. It's a bummer I can't use those sweet > carbon Campy brifters, but alas my arthritic wrist

[RBW] Re: Which Rivendell frame would you resurrect?

2019-10-19 Thread Hugh Smitham
Saluki that can take a 47~48mm tire and keep the center pulls oh and dynamo wire routing. Hugh On Tuesday, July 16, 2019 at 5:24:01 PM UTC-7, John G. wrote: > > The recent Bombadil sightings here and on Instagram have me thinking of > all the Rivendell frames I wanted and never purc

[RBW] Re: FS 56cm Rivendell Atlantis

2019-10-19 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hi Tom, Thanks! I agree it's a great color. I believe it is Dupont 1650 or 29609 but to be honest I didn't save the number. It was a solid color not the solid metallic one. Hope this helps. https://www.joebell.net/Joe-Bell-bicycle-paint-color-charts.html Hugh On Saturday,

Re: [RBW] Re: Which Rivendell frame would you resurrect?

2019-10-19 Thread Hugh Smitham
Jim, But I like the HB too. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the w

[RBW] Re: Rosco Bubbe #11

2016-07-28 Thread Hugh Smitham
A bike from a Father is a nice touch and a lucky son indeed. Very happy for your son and you Erl. Continue to enjoy the family bike rides I know I did as a youth with my Dad & Mom. Cheers, ~Hugh On Thursday, July 28, 2016 at 10:06:40 AM UTC-7, WETH wrote: > > > When Rivendell

Re: [RBW] Re: Rosco Bubbe #11

2016-07-28 Thread Hugh Smitham
Erl, You put the bars anyway you want. There is no right or wrong height. As the dude put it "yeah well that's just your opinion man". Family rides are the bees knees. Warm Regards, ~Hugh On Jul 28, 2016 7:05 PM, "WETH" wrote: Thanks to all for the kind words. My

[RBW] Re: 10-30 minute rides

2016-07-28 Thread Hugh Smitham
rides but feel they're sort of useless for me. Yet I got on the bike which is a plus. This week the AQI has been pretty rotten from the Sand Fire so no rides for me this week. GP's advice is sound though whatever you can squeeze in is a plus, get the heart rate climbing makes the whole day

[RBW] Re: Whidbey S24O Ride Report

2016-08-26 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hi Brian, Great ride report! I rode that section from Fort Casey up over Deception pass to Anacortes last Summer, a really amazing beautiful area you have there. The Hunq looks great and of course the pictures make me drool to get back up there. ~Hugh Los Angeles, CA On Thursday, August 25

[RBW] Re: Rivvish Shop in Santa Barbara?

2016-09-09 Thread Hugh Smitham
It certainly happens. At the least I've been a party to Riv bashing. As a business you should refrain from negative vibes IMHO. On Friday, September 9, 2016 at 8:55:59 PM UTC-7, PG wrote: > > > Will Ashe wrote: > > I live in Los Angeles, and as such am intrigued. Would it be a Riv dealer >> or

[RBW] Re: FS: Riv Road Stnd-56cm-complete bike

2016-09-19 Thread Hugh Smitham
Wow! I've always admired this bike Erl. Is it just too small for you? I presume so. Such a gorgeous paint and great build. I'd second Patrick's advice. > > ~Hugh -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] Re: FS: Riv Road Stnd-56cm-complete bike

2016-09-20 Thread Hugh Smitham
some Albatross bar's and make it a gentleman's cruiser. Warm Regards, ~Hugh On Tuesday, September 20, 2016 at 6:27:32 PM UTC-7, WETH wrote: > > Hugh, it is great to hear from you. Thanks for your thoughts. The bike > is a bit small, i suppose. I stumbled into my Romul

[RBW] Re: SUPERNOVA DYNO LIGHTS

2016-10-01 Thread Hugh Smitham
I Like mine. I dislike the rear tail light attachment as you need to splice it in and the shrink wrap is a pain but the light as a whole is solid. I'd buy it again, which is a pretty strong statement. ~Hugh On Saturday, October 1, 2016 at 7:09:44 AM UTC-7, Kellie wrote: > > Anyon

[RBW] Tech question.

2016-10-12 Thread Hugh Smitham
I have a right dura ace bar con shifter that misses some of the index positions. It works fine in friction but I like my index. Does anyone know whether the internals are repairable? ~Hugh -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch&q

Re: [RBW] Re: Tech question.

2016-10-12 Thread Hugh Smitham
Very often people rotate the shifter base by 90 degrees by mistake because the shifter has been on and off its based several times in its life and people just lose track. I tried that Bill. Sounds like the shifter is shot. ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must

Re: [RBW] Re: Tech question.

2016-10-12 Thread Hugh Smitham
I wouldn't even know where to start looking for that? Nor what that is. I think the issue is the small internal ratchets. On Oct 12, 2016 5:17 PM, "dougP" wrote: > Is it possible to buy just the indexing washer? > > dougP > > On Wednesday, October 12, 2016 at 1

Re: [RBW] Re: Tech question.

2016-10-12 Thread Hugh Smitham
And to my understanding not replaceable. On Oct 12, 2016 5:27 PM, "Hugh Smitham" wrote: > I wouldn't even know where to start looking for that? Nor what that is. I > think the issue is the small internal ratchets. > > On Oct 12, 2016 5:17 PM, "dougP" wrote

Re: [RBW] Re: Tech question.

2016-10-12 Thread Hugh Smitham
dex would be nice. dougP On Wednesday, October 12, 2016 at 5:27:48 PM UTC-7, Hugh Smitham wrote: > And to my understanding not replaceable. > > On Oct 12, 2016 5:27 PM, "Hugh Smitham" wrote: > >> I wouldn't even know where to start looking for that? Nor what that

Re: [RBW] Re: Tech question.

2016-10-12 Thread Hugh Smitham
I've got a project for tomorrow. > > dougP > > On Wednesday, October 12, 2016 at 8:03:10 PM UTC-7, Hugh Smitham wrote: >> >> Doug, >> >> I think that part rotates 90 degrees and changes the pull ratio. The >> part I think that's broken is the plastic

Re: [RBW] Re: Tech question.

2016-10-12 Thread Hugh Smitham
s apart to see what the problem was. > > dougP > > On Wednesday, October 12, 2016 at 8:12:49 PM UTC-7, Hugh Smitham wrote: >> >> So yours is broken too? >> >> On Oct 12, 2016 8:09 PM, "dougP" wrote: >> >>> This may be it: >>> &g

Re: [RBW] Re: Tech question.

2016-10-13 Thread Hugh Smitham
Bill, 1. RD 7700 9 & 8 speed. 2. Middle of the range skips two clicks. Have not yet bought a new set. ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.com/ On Thu, Oct 13, 2016 at 10:06 AM, Bill Lindsay w

Re: [RBW] Re: Tech question.

2016-10-13 Thread Hugh Smitham
Sorry. Yes looked at the wrong number. It's compatible with RD-7700 & RD-7400 derailleurs. Model SL BS77. ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.com/ On Thu, Oct 13, 2016 at 10:50 AM, Bil

Re: [RBW] Re: Tech question.

2016-10-13 Thread Hugh Smitham
Bill, My curious quotient has peaked. Tomorrow on my day off I'm going to disassemble the shifter. I'll take pics and share. ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.com/ On Thu, Oct 13, 2016 a

[RBW] Some Items FS.

2016-10-15 Thread Hugh Smitham
ttps://www.flickr.com/photos/pedalpusher61/albums/72157673928854071 Please message me off list for PayPal email and please use the Friends & Family payment option. Thanks for looking. ~Hugh Los Angeles, CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups &quo

[RBW] Some More Items.

2016-10-15 Thread Hugh Smitham
6mm wide 26.Ømm clamp. $45 + shipping CONUS https://www.flickr.com/photos/pedalpusher61/? Please message me off list for PayPal email and please use the Friends & Family payment option. Thanks for looking. ~Hugh Los Angeles, CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed t

Re: [RBW] Some Items FS.

2016-10-15 Thread Hugh Smitham
Bag $110 Shipped (Sold) ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.com/ On Sat, Oct 15, 2016 at 11:16 AM, Hugh Smitham wrote: > A few items for sale. The stems have insertion marks and are priced > a

Re: [RBW] Some Items FS.

2016-10-15 Thread Hugh Smitham
pped (Sold) ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipeedemusings.com/ On Sat, Oct 15, 2016 at 3:16 PM, Hugh Smitham wrote: > Nitto Tallux Stem 9 cm 26.Ø $45 Shipped CONUS (Pending) > Nitto Tallux Stem 11 c

[RBW] Re: FS: Schmidt, Carradice, Tubus, Grand Bois, Nitto, XC-Pro Crank, Brooks B15 & C13, Ice Cream!

2016-10-15 Thread Hugh Smitham
Hi Jack, I tried sending you a PM regarding the ST crank. Don't know whether you got it or not? Can you shoot me a email. ~Hugh Los Angeles, CA On Wednesday, October 12, 2016 at 10:33:09 AM UTC-7, Jack K wrote: > > Hi Riv-folk, > > > As part of my continuing efforts to t

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