[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto Racks, Nitto Bars, Rawland Bike

2013-08-23 Thread justinaugust
If that crankset is still available hit me up off-list! justinaug...@gmail.com -J -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: quickbeam/S.O. questions

2013-08-27 Thread justinaugust
This talk makes me want to set up my SimpleOne with more gears... I love my S1 for commuting. I put a Nitto Mini up front with a Carradice Saddlebag on the front. There's a nice minimalist Tubus rack on the back for when I need grocery hauling. -J -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] FS: White Industries VBC "Mountain" Crankset, 170mm (44T, 28T)

2013-08-27 Thread justinaugust
Very interested! Hit me up off-list! -Justin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this

[RBW] Re: Faster Fat Tires

2013-08-29 Thread justinaugust
I don't know what magic Gran Bois gives Panaracer to put in those mds but Hetres are amazingly sturdy on and off road and in rutty, glassy commutes. Don't baby them! -J -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from t

[RBW] Re: 120mm cassette hubs

2013-09-22 Thread justinaugust
While I love this and everything they do, I'm curious as to what the difference between this and the (already available, contrary to Jan's statement) Suntour hubs? Rebaged? Upgraded bearings? Anything? -J On Sunday, September 22, 2013 11:17:47 AM UTC-4, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > Compass Bikes jus

[RBW] Re: Barefoot Friendly Pedals

2013-09-22 Thread justinaugust
I would try the VP-Vice for this! The "pins" are just bog standard bolts. Easy to replace and find flat heads. See here: http://oceanaircycles.com/2013/04/22/vp-vice-and-001-pedal-comparison/ -J On Sunday, September 22, 2013 10:58:46 AM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > Wonderful to hear, Pam. I

Re: [RBW] Re: New Mixte?

2013-09-22 Thread justinaugust
Please be a mixte with SimpleBeam dropouts. Please be a mixte with QuickOne dropouts. Please... -J On Friday, September 20, 2013 4:09:23 PM UTC-4, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > Good point, Jeremy. I forgot about that top tube thing. > > On Thursday, September 19, 2013 7:11:35 AM UTC-7, Jeremy T

[RBW] Re: 120mm cassette hubs

2013-09-23 Thread justinaugust
Ah, Looks like they haven't made it over here yet. They're on their website and folks takes of importing them but I guess no one did. Probably due to a lack of cassettes unless there were undisclosed problems. I stand corrected about US availability unless these were just vaporware. -Justin -

[RBW] Re: Barefoot Friendly Pedals

2013-09-28 Thread justinaugust
Awesome! -J -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-b

[RBW] Re: BQ on Mark's rack

2013-10-02 Thread justinaugust
Seems like a dummy move - shoulda used a Nitto Mini-Campee. -J -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.co

[RBW] FS: 58 CM Simpleone

2013-10-07 Thread justinaugust
I would buy this if I could. And I already have one! My favorite bike! -J -- 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...@googl

Re: [RBW] Re: No longer for sale: 58 CM Simpleone

2013-10-08 Thread justinaugust
! Awesome. I've never heard of a SimpleBeam sale that wasn't regretted later. If I ever get a custom it'll be a SimpleMixte to get the glory of stepthrough and Riv single speeds. -J -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: Night ride, inaugural, for SP dynohub and Cyo N Plus combo.

2013-10-08 Thread justinaugust
:) Glad to know it's being used! -J -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, se

[RBW] Re: Jenny's bar

2013-10-09 Thread justinaugust
The Bosco could most accurately be described as a wide version of a Promenade bar with a ton of sweep back. I have a pair with rise and sweep (and beautiful bends at the front) that are my preferred city bike bars. In fact, my project for this weekend is putting them on my SimpleOne. -J -- Y

Re: [RBW] Off-pavement riding

2013-10-09 Thread justinaugust
http://m.flickr.com/#/photos/justinaugust/10179474074/ Love the versatility of a Riv frame with the newer tires on the market. -J -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiv

Re: [RBW] About to start experimenting with centerpulls

2013-10-09 Thread justinaugust
Interestingly I had the exact opposite experience. Paul Racers stop me much better than Silvers. -J -- 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-o

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

2013-10-12 Thread justinaugust
This is not the Mixte you're looking for. *waves hand* *looks at bank account* *reminds self he's a teacher in Philly* *Cries* -- 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,

[RBW] Tektro brake setup

2013-10-12 Thread justinaugust
The CR720? Hated them. Tried and tried and tried. Could not get them to work right. -J -- 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+uns

[RBW] Re: aghast by Rivendells aeropressing technique.

2014-02-13 Thread justinaugust
Inverted is all there is. Get the Coava Coffee stainless disc and it's even better. Then again - I like a nice pourover at 202 degrees F using 20.5g coffee with 340g water. 30 second bloom with 60g water. Use a natural bean and it's heaven. Sweet, smooth and delicious. Mmmm coffee. Just

Re: [RBW] QB appreciation

2014-02-15 Thread justinaugust
Patrick: Believe they are Redwings with a crepe sole. A similar model is 50% off at J Crew right now. -Justin, slushed in Philly -- 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

[RBW] Re: New bicycle brand from Merry Sales = New Albion

2014-02-16 Thread justinaugust
Head badge article: http://karledwards.com/blog/process-of-process-the-new-albion-cycles-badge/ They look nice. I'm surprised they aren't just marketed as SOMA though. -J -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe fro

[RBW] FS: Nitto stem shifter thing/Paul singlemaker thing

2014-02-17 Thread justinaugust
What is that list of stuff at the bottom? -J -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this

Re: [RBW] Re: Just what is "oversized tubing"?

2014-02-19 Thread justinaugust
Oscar the Retrogrouch only lives in steel trashcans. No plastic stuff for him! -Justin -- 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+unsu

[RBW] Sanity check: moving posts to 650b-ice SimpleOne

2014-02-20 Thread justinaugust
Hey folks- I love Hetres. I just do. I also love my SimpleOne. I really don't want to ditch it. But to get the Cush I want involves HUGE tires that give my SimpleOne weird wobbles. (S-word?) what's the sanity check on moving those posts? I'm local to Bilenky so I can have the best do both brazin

[RBW] Re: Sanity check: moving posts to 650b-ice SimpleOne

2014-02-20 Thread justinaugust
I can shove a 650b tire in tomorrow and show you. I currently have Resist Nomad 700x45 on my s1. I feel like I'm riding very "high" for lack of a better term. Something I don't get on various 650b bikes. I want the cush without the big wheel feeling. Thanks for the thoughts. -J -- You recei

Re: [RBW] Re: Sanity check: moving posts to 650b-ice SimpleOne

2014-02-21 Thread justinaugust
A few thoughts: If the next SimpleRiv is 650b I'll buy it. SimpleOnes have un drilled brake bridges. The lower BB is really low. Seems like a bad choice with wide pedals. I could use this as my "fast" bike with 700x32 on it. I don't think the C-Lines approach the Hetre cush (the b-lines don't fo

[RBW] Re: aghast by Rivendells aeropressing technique.

2014-02-23 Thread justinaugust
Pour over still gets a cleaner, more balanced taste in my opinion. Then again - I prefer a sweeter, fruitier coffee over a darker, more extracted one. They both exist comfortably side by side. -J -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

Re: [RBW] New Compass tires?

2014-02-23 Thread justinaugust
That 700x38 is crazy tempting. This is a good day for lovers of tires. -J On Sunday, February 23, 2014 4:51:43 PM UTC-5, Steve Palincsar wrote: > > The more so for having been based on what jas been learned from testong > the other tires. > > Bill Lindsay > wrote: >> >> regardless how many miles

Re: [RBW] I want my late model 57 Hilsen back...who wants to trade me for a 56 All Rounder?

2014-03-02 Thread justinaugust
Same here, only about Paul Racer braze-ons. -J -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to th

[RBW] MUSA - Detroit Bikes

2014-03-03 Thread justinaugust
Curious - an obvious response to the Shinola bike that is Waterford built and assembled in Detroit. This could be fantastic for MUSA bike manufacturing. The current bike has no appeal to me but has a lot in common with bikes I see on the street here in Philly. Curious. -Justin -- You recei

[RBW] Re: Favorite Coffee (regular and decaf)

2014-03-04 Thread justinaugust
Counter culture has a great natural dried bean right now. Really loving naturals. I like a lighter bean that expresses the natural sweetness. Can't stand too much dark roasting. Masks the flavor, for me at least. My partner is the opposite - she loves a dark roast like any of the La Colombe offe

[RBW] Re: Recommended Coffee Grinder

2014-03-05 Thread justinaugust
That's Chemex, not pourover. Similar but different due to the shape of the filter at the bottom. -J -- 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-ow

Re: [RBW] Re: Recommended Coffee Grinder

2014-03-06 Thread justinaugust
It comes back to the same thing as bikes. You can get around on a BSO from Wal-Mart. You can get around on a low-end aluminum big-bike maker hybrid. You can ride what "the pros" ride. You can go Surly/All-City/Salsa. You can go econoclastic Rivendell. You can go custom. And much much more.

[RBW] Re: Riv-esque Bike shops in Portland?

2014-03-13 Thread justinaugust
Visiting Velo-Cult is like the "bike Internet" made real. Loved it. -J -- 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...@googleg

Re: [RBW] Re: Grant's Overseas Trip - What do you want?

2014-03-14 Thread justinaugust
I thought there was talk of a "Silver" branded crankset a while ago. Did I make that up? -J -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bun

Re: [RBW] Re: Grant on tires

2014-03-15 Thread justinaugust
I would say without reservation that swapping tires from Schwalbe to anything else - Panaracer, Soma. gran Bois - will get you closer to that mythical Riv-ride. -j -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] FS one of Two rear wheels-Phil Wood/White Eno

2014-03-16 Thread justinaugust
Can I get details on the ENO wheel? -Justin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this g

[RBW] FS: Tires, Lowwww prices, Nitto R-14

2014-03-22 Thread justinaugust
I'll take the r14. Where should I paypal? -J -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this

[RBW] Bosco Bullmoose Bars

2014-03-23 Thread justinaugust
Interestingly enough I took a ride out to the deli and back on my Lady's bike tonight which I had just installed Albas onto. I was surprised at the amount of flex. I'm 190 and do Crossfit but I'm not that strong! I'm not sure if these are the CrMo or Alloy ones but it definitely had me worried.

[RBW] WTB: 13cm non-Tallux stem

2014-03-23 Thread justinaugust
Anyone out there have a 13cm non-Tallux stem they'd like to part with? Hit me up off list. -Justin -- 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-owner

Re: [RBW] Saddlesack Medium and Biking to School

2014-03-24 Thread justinaugust
Hey if you ever want to sell your black one let me know! -J -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Bike Stretch and the most all aroundish of all arounders?

2014-03-27 Thread justinaugust
With those chainstays it's to the left/trail of the Betty, assuming tubing is the same. -J -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunc

[RBW] FS/WTT Silver bar end shifters, XT FD as currently sold by Riv

2014-03-30 Thread justinaugust
What else would you be interested in for those Stems? -J -- 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 p

[RBW] Re: Introduction and Sam Hillborne / AHH Sizing Advice

2014-04-01 Thread justinaugust
I would find a lighter wheel set with nicer tires to test out on your current rig and see how that changes your ride. I think you'll be surprised how much difference those two things could impact your experience. Disclosure, I have a 700c XT/Dynohub/Synergy wheel set going up for sale soon. -

Re: [RBW] FS: 58cm Rambouillet frameset

2014-04-08 Thread justinaugust
LALALALA I CANT SEE YOU I NEED TO SELL A BIKE NOT BUY ONE LALALALA -Justin, Hands over ears and eyes, PHL->OAK -- 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

[RBW] Re: Chincoteague NWR

2014-04-08 Thread justinaugust
We went every summer as a kid. My parents now own two rooms at the Assateague Inn. I've ridden those trails and loops hundreds of time. Love it. -Justin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and st

Re: [RBW] Re: Contemplating 1 x 9 drivetrain

2014-04-09 Thread justinaugust
I ride a 1x9 setup for a long while and I found that it was a bit too much compromise. I have a Sugino crank waiting to be double+guarded so I can have a 38/24 setup up front. Since you seem to do predominantly mountain/trail stuff I'd hold onto that front lowest gear. Worse comes to worse take

[RBW] WTB: Technomic Deluxe 10cm Stem, 26.0mm & Possible Pedal Swap.

2014-04-09 Thread justinaugust
Check out the VP-Vice at Ocean Air Cycles -J -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this

Re: [RBW] Re: Using my Sam as a commuter

2014-04-10 Thread justinaugust
I bus to work and bike home ~3 days a week. My bike is locked in a residential neighborhood in a Schoolyard though. Never had a problem with any of my Rivs and I love the ride of them is rather not ride anything else. -J -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Gr

Re: [RBW] Re: Mt. Brake levers on Mustache Bars?

2014-04-10 Thread justinaugust
I've always wondered if you could get Paul Components to ream out some levers to the right diameter. They do it for Thumbies so... -J -- 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

[RBW] FS: Albatross bars, shims, Shimano 9 bar end shfiters, Brooks B17 standard honey with cover and VO saddle goo

2014-04-15 Thread justinaugust
Albas still available? -J -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email t

Re: [RBW] Re: Drum Brakes and Dynomos

2014-04-17 Thread justinaugust
There's always 650b x 2.8!!! http://www.nsmb.com/2015-rocky-mountain-sherpa/ -J -- 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+unsubs

Re: [RBW] Stan's report: Longevity

2014-04-20 Thread justinaugust
Thank you Jim. I've been struggling with the words to say regarding this phrase and you explained it perfectly. -Justin -- 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

Re: [RBW] Stan's report: Longevity

2014-04-21 Thread justinaugust
I do not think anyone is showing anyone the door or that anyone is purposefully being offensive - however whenever someone says they have the right to speak offensively this is my new default response: http://xkcd.com/1357/ I repeat: I do not think anyone is showing anyone the door or that anyon

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

2014-04-26 Thread justinaugust
Is it a fit issue maybe? Lower bars? Bar ends? Shorter stem? -J -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.co

[RBW] WTT: 58cm SimpleOne for similar quality mountain bike

2014-04-27 Thread justinaugust
Hey folks- I think I've finally hit that point where I realize that I need 0 overlap in my bikes and really would like to ride some trails on a MTB style bike. So offered up for trade is a SimpleOne with a formula hub/CR18 wheelset, Velo-Orange seatpost, your choice of Subtour XC cantis or Paul

Re: [RBW] Re: sighted: double-top tube Atlantis!

2014-04-28 Thread justinaugust
Hey if you want to sell/trade that Betty let me know -Justin -- 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.

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

2014-04-29 Thread justinaugust
I've found this to be true as well. A few extra teeth in the back helps rather than hurts. I think the greater resistance forces my legs to push harder. -J -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Sizing

2014-04-29 Thread justinaugust
Email me off list. Let's talk. -J -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, sen

[RBW] Re: 30daysofbiking

2014-05-03 Thread justinaugust
Well now I'm crying in my backyard. Thank you. A little emotional release does the body good. -J -- 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-owner

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

2014-05-03 Thread justinaugust
A buddy of mine had both hips and a shoulder replaced in the past two years. He just placed 10th in his first ever MTB race and has a much more positive outlook on life with the pain gone. Recovery can lead to great things! -J -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Goo

[RBW] Re: The New Riv

2012-07-04 Thread justinaugust
$1400 isn't a huge premium over the CrossCheck and Long Haul Trucker completes, which I would suggest are eating away at the bottom of the Rivendell market. The LHT is SO common here in Philly, built up straight from Surly. I think the are a lot of folks who could be upsold a couple hundred dol

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

2012-07-08 Thread justinaugust
Beeswax and tighten your shifter. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/HNcZjEgAsOEJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bun

[RBW] Re: What happened to "Silver" sidepulls?

2012-07-09 Thread justinaugust
SOMA actually has some for sale on their site. 100/pair -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/snSOBR7WVvsJ. To post to this group, send e

[RBW] Re: Riv-ish retro cycling gloves?

2012-07-14 Thread justinaugust
Electra makes some similar ones. http://www.amazon.com/Electra-Crochet-Gloves/dp/B0030ILOL8 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/VaN3CRl

[RBW] Re: Long distance clothing choices

2012-07-20 Thread justinaugust
Gap's boxer briefs are a great spandex/cotton hybrid with great seaming for riding. Absolutely love them. Paired with some cutoff shirts from jeans/pants/whatever that had 1-2% spandex woven in is great. Wool makes my bidness too hot and everything else feels over engineered. -J -- You recei

Re: [RBW] Re: Which RBW Velosophies have worked for you? Which haven't?

2013-11-23 Thread justinaugust
Yes: Steel Wool Wide tires / 650b Racks Saddlebags Function New lower end over vintage high end MUSA as an ethos No: Drop bars above saddle Excessive saddle setback Friction over index Schwalbe tires -Justin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Ow

Re: [RBW] What do Rivendell Riders use for gloves below 35 degrees F?

2013-11-24 Thread justinaugust
I definitely get into the synthetics for cold weather gear - even if it's just the outer shell. Smartwool liner with lobster gloves for coldest, some windproofed commuter gloves from City Sports for around town and "classy" time, some Garneau full fingers if I'm full off road to keep dexterity.

Re: [RBW] Re: SimpleQuickOneBeam Project - Blue Sky Features - What would you like to see?

2013-11-29 Thread justinaugust
Make it a mixte and I'll have two on order. -Justin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post t

Re: [RBW] Re: SimpleQuickOneBeam Project - Blue Sky Features - What would you like to see?

2013-11-29 Thread justinaugust
Wait - the frame is going to double as a bong? Sold. -Justin, -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.co

[RBW] FS: Possibly off topic but not by too much: Classic Burberry trench.

2013-12-13 Thread justinaugust
Pics and pit-to-pit measurements! -J -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, se

[RBW] FS: pedals, pumps, nz wool, pendleton, bivy, etc

2013-12-15 Thread justinaugust
Can you send pics of the Pendleton to justinaug...@gmail.com ? -J -- 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.

[RBW] New bike siting: Cheviut/Cheviot/Chevrolet?

2013-12-26 Thread justinaugust
http://instagram.com/p/iZ6x_JLxEK/ The glory of social media has uncovered it. What is it? -J -- 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-bu

Re: [RBW] New bike siting: Cheviut/Cheviot/Chevrolet?

2013-12-26 Thread justinaugust
Chevette? -J -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-

Re: [RBW] Bleriot First Ride

2013-12-26 Thread justinaugust
Hey- I'll take those clay ones if no one else claims them white ones too! -J -- 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...@go

Re: [RBW] Re: Albas & Thumbies setup

2013-12-28 Thread justinaugust
IRD makes some friction and indexed thumb shifters as well. Current, easy to source, etc. -J -- 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-b

[RBW] Tentatively WTT: 58cm SimpleOne for 650b Betty Foy (larger size)

2013-12-28 Thread justinaugust
Just like the title says. I have a wonderful 58vm SimpleOne that I would think about trading for a Betty Foy for my lady. Any takers? I'm not totally sold on the idea but I'm putting feelers out. Not up for selling straight out... Yet -J -- You received this message because you are subscribe

Re: [RBW] My Bleriot's Resale value diminished because of this?

2013-12-30 Thread justinaugust
It's in the eye of the buyer. As a buyer I'd be suspicious of anyone who didn't disclose contact with a car. If I was out riding later and someone said "Oh that's 's old Bleriot? Can't even tell it was hit by a car!" I'd feel there was not due disclosure on 's part and not do business wi

Re: [RBW] Re: Larger 650B Homer's

2013-12-31 Thread justinaugust
The Long Haul Truckers was 26"/700c small/large until a few years ago when they did a full range of 26". The Pelican was initially 650b only in small sizes, when ip asked for a larger (57ish) in 650b the reply was "Why, you hear that's a cool size? It's only really good for smaller bikes." Thank

[RBW] Re: New bike siting: Cheviut/Cheviot/Chevrolet?

2013-12-31 Thread justinaugust
I'd say you're the one having trouble with being gender neutral, not the bike! -Justin, who <3's those <3 lugs -- 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

[RBW] Re: 1 bike? Could you do it?

2013-12-31 Thread justinaugust
Nice time to revive this thread! Who cut down to one bike this year? I'm moving (back) to Oakland this summer and am in the process of deciding whether or not to go down to 1 bike or 2 (at 3). Pay aspirational minimalist really wants to do this. My sentimental attachments tell me no. Who did i

Re: [RBW] Re: Larger 650B Homer's

2013-12-31 Thread justinaugust
Additionally you can grab a full wheel from Handspun for 150-200. They're great! -J -- 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+unsubsc

[RBW] Re: Bleriot build kit for sale

2014-01-03 Thread justinaugust
How much for that crank? -J -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email

[RBW] Fwd: FS: 58cm canti Saluki

2014-01-03 Thread justinaugust
IT would be insane to get this just set it up as a dedicated rough stuff version of my pumpkin 58cm Saluki. Right? Right? -J -- 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 i

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: 58cm canti Saluki

2014-01-04 Thread justinaugust
I fit 650b x 1.95 Vee Rubber XCX tires on my 58cm Saluki with Paul Racers. http://m.flickr.com/#/photos/justinaugust/10178195694/ You can browse around to see clearances. -J -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To u

Re: [RBW] Tire Width and Performance

2014-01-04 Thread justinaugust
Here's the plan: We test our perceptive abilities after drinking wine. HOWEVER it will be a blind wine tasting. Which will affect our perception more??? -J, Snowdrunk in Philly -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe

[RBW] Re: Looking at the Bullmoose to solve stiffness issues, viewpoints requested.

2014-01-04 Thread justinaugust
Perhaps a set of CrMo Albatross would be a good stop? Maybe the flex is in the bars? -J -- 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+un

[RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne- why the switch from cantilever/center pulls?

2014-01-12 Thread justinaugust
Every thing you add on to a tube costs money in materials and time. I imagine that plus the overall larger familiarity people have with side pulls does it. -J -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

Re: [RBW] Re: RBW 20th Anniversary Gathering and Entmoot -- SF Bay edition

2014-01-14 Thread justinaugust
Let's see: My plan is to be in transit moving to Oakland from Philly around Mid July to Mid August so I guess this is perftypical. ;) -J -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop recei

[RBW] FS in Seattle: 60cm fancy Sam Hillborne

2014-01-20 Thread justinaugust
Let me know if your rear rack needs a home. -J -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to th

[RBW] Re: Looking for my first Rivendell

2014-02-02 Thread justinaugust
I would go Sam or Atlantis. My Saluki I would not hesitate to load up fully for camping or touring. I just don't think you need to go all in to be able to go camping sometimes. Best thing is to find some locals to test ride with. -J -- You received this message because you are subscribed to t

Re: [RBW] Update: the woman who is 5'2"

2014-02-02 Thread justinaugust
I'm very happy someone found the means to buy a new bike that satisfies them. My hope is that they enjoy it! Live, let live and just ride. -Justin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop re

[RBW] First Grand Bois Flat :-(

2014-02-04 Thread justinaugust
None. 2 years and Philly streets are nothing to sneeze at. -J -- 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

Re: [RBW] Down tube friction shfiters and 9-cog cassettes

2014-02-05 Thread justinaugust
I've never been able to get friction to work reliably on 9sp in the situations I need. Heading into hills, starting out, anywhere where the torque amps up I would get the dreaded ghost shift and CH CHUNK! I would stick with 8sp, personally. -J -- You received this message because you are sub

[RBW] Missed Connection: Oakland, off of Park

2014-08-09 Thread justinaugust
Missed Connection You, new looking double TT blue Sam Hillborne with drops and a basket coming down 23rd. Looked like a great build! Anyone here? -J -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] Re: Modifying a Mark's rack

2014-08-10 Thread justinaugust
I've always wanted to try using the Canti-attachment rods and run them double strut style to cantis or Paul Racer studs. Perhaps I will soon -J On Sunday, August 10, 2014 3:58:05 PM UTC-7, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > I think it's a neat idea. I have Mark's rack on two bikes, and will let > you

[RBW] Re: Flat bar Roadeo

2014-08-14 Thread justinaugust
Mmm. Braised Roadeo. -Justin, Hungry in Oakland. -- 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 pos

Re: [RBW] Re: Bleriot tire clearance.

2014-08-21 Thread justinaugust
The deep well thing is annoying to read about given the amount of people who ride Hetres on Synergies and have done so for YEARS until someone decided it was hard and decided to make a case for it. -J -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bu

[RBW] Re: What are the worst shoes you rode in that turned out working great!

2014-08-21 Thread justinaugust
Birkenstock Bostons. They are amazing. I thought they would stink. Great on my VO Sabots. On Thursday, August 21, 2014 9:44:24 PM UTC-7, lungimsam wrote: > > A lot of you Riv riders use regular shoes for riding. > > Have any stories about a time you got stuck at an event with a horrendous > set

[RBW] OT: Bay Area science teachers or librarians?

2014-08-28 Thread justinaugust
Wholly off topic! The school I started teaching at this year has lost our middle school science teacher and our 2 days/week librarian. Anyone out there interested? k-8Progressive Ed arts integrated charter school in San Francisco. Hit me up off list if interested. Riv content: I ride my Saluki

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