[RBW] Yet another fender question...

2009-10-02 Thread Mike
t a coworker picked up an extra rear SKS fender, trimmed it and mounted on the front. It seems to be working well for him. I live in Portland and fenders are essential. This isn't entirely about bike fashion. --mike --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message be

[RBW] Re: Yet another fender question...

2009-10-02 Thread Mike
When I put Berthouds on my Ram I was surprised at how easy they were to install. They were actually easier to install than SKS. I think the Berthouds tend to be a little sturdier. And they're certainly cheaper. But man, those Honjos look nice... --~--~-~--~~~---~--~-

[RBW] Re: Yet another fender question...

2009-10-02 Thread Mike
hem as I'm going out of town next week and VO hinted at some new Honjo models coming out. --mike On Oct 2, 10:43 am, William Henderson wrote: > Just wondering which SKS fenders you have?  Some of the ones I've seen > out there are quite a bit longer than others. > &

[RBW] Re: Yet another fender question...

2009-10-02 Thread Mike
But VO doesn't offer their own hammered model... yet. On Oct 2, 11:49 am, Z wrote: > Actually, VO-branded and sourced versions of the Honjo style, likely will > cost less. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google G

[RBW] Re: 650B for the long haul?

2009-10-03 Thread Mike
He could always get an extra set of rims to hold onto and an extra set of those Schwalbe tires like Rivendell sells, they'll last years. I ride bigger bikes so all mine are 700c but if I rode smaller bikes I wouldn't hesitate to go for 650b. On Oct 3, 10:35 am, bradgantt wrote: > I have a friend

[RBW] Re: TYRES?

2009-10-07 Thread Mike
ow and love them. I imagine at some point I'll go back to Jack Browns. I doubt I'll go back to Paselas, too many issues with the sidewalls. I may also try some Marathon Supremes. In fact I may pick up those soon and put the t-serves on my commuter as it needs new tires. --mike On Oct 7, 2:48

[RBW] Re: Yet another fender question...

2009-10-07 Thread Mike
3989554701/in/photostream/ --mike On Oct 2, 12:13 pm, Mike wrote: > But VO doesn't offer their own hammered model... yet. > > On Oct 2, 11:49 am, Z wrote: > > > > > Actually, VO-branded and sourced versions of the Honjo style, likely will > > cost less. --~--~-

[RBW] Re: Children of Atlantis

2009-10-07 Thread Mike
Have you looked at the Salsa Fargo? On Oct 7, 3:32 pm, kent wrote: > (posted to RBW Owner's Bunch and Surly LHT & CC groups... because for > some odd reason not everyone reads both!) > > I drink Grant-flavored Kool Aid. I want an all-rounder on which to > commute, run errands, go camping, tag al

[RBW] Re: Children of Atlantis

2009-10-07 Thread Mike
lly well. I think if you plunked down the extra bucks for a Bombadil you wouldn't be disappointed. Let us know what you decide. --mike --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch"

[RBW] grip kings with toe clips

2009-10-14 Thread Mike
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[RBW] Re: grip kings with toe clips

2009-10-14 Thread Mike
ls are a little more comfortable for my feet. I use them without clips and straps. I still have to post the picture on my flickr page but when I was in NYC earlier this week I came across a lugged Eddy Merckx doing messenger duty that was sporting Grip Kings. Seemed rather incongruent. --mike On

[RBW] Re: grip kings with toe clips

2009-10-14 Thread Mike
Hey Joel, have you tried the VO pedals. They seem nice and I wonder how they compare with the MKS pedals. --mike On Oct 14, 2:34 pm, JoelMatthews wrote: > I have a set of the MKS RX-1 track pedals.  I set them up with Bruce > Gordon half clips on my city bike.  Riding with smooth soled

[RBW] Re: grip kings with toe clips

2009-10-15 Thread Mike
I've heard about the pre-use overhaul MKS pedals require but have yet to do it. I just put the pedals on my bike and pedaled away. They seem fine. On Oct 14, 10:02 pm, rob markwardt wrote: > I have a pair of the touring VO pedals and like them quite a bit. They > feel very similar to the MKS t

[RBW] Re: RBW sizing compared to Surly KM

2009-10-20 Thread Mike
Dude, go with the 20". I guess you're not getting a Bombadil? On Oct 20, 3:47 am, Eric Daume wrote: > Don't forget that Surlys run big--they measure to the top of the top tube, > not the top of the seat tube as most others do. I think a 20" KM would be > right. 22" is huge. > > Soma and Voodoo

[RBW] Re: RBW sizing compared to Surly KM

2009-10-20 Thread Mike
be killer and I bet you'll put it to good use. --mike --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com T

[RBW] Re: black/tan Pasela TG 700Cx35 alternatives?

2009-10-21 Thread Mike
ack of tan sidewalls. Also, I put some 700x40 (more like 37) Schwalbes on my commuter and they're great. At some point in the future I'll probably try the Schwalbe Marathon Supremes. But seriously, check out the T-Serves. You can get them through Universal Cycles at a good price. --mike

[RBW] Re: It's a race: Rivendell vs AntBike

2009-10-23 Thread Mike
Hard to say whose bike will arrive first but they'll both be great. Mike F. has a good thing going with his bikes. As someone pointed out he did a blog post about taking on custom work. Seems like he has a great plan for avoiding long waits. I'll be curious to see what his prices are

[RBW] Who's in the queue for a custom Rivendell?

2009-10-23 Thread Mike
So I'm curious if anyone on this list is waiting on a custom Rivendell? If so, what kind of bike are you having built and what's the wait. I'm just curious. Per the Rivendell website it says waits are now like a year or so which is shorter than it was a few yea

[RBW] Re: Who's in the queue for a custom Rivendell?

2009-10-23 Thread Mike
rcian. But then again, if they were focused on frames they wouldn't necessarily be doing the other cool things they're doing--bags, desiging racks, etc. --mike --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups &qu

[RBW] Re: Dissect this quote from Grant

2009-10-24 Thread Mike
I'm pretty sure Bill C. nailed it: "Maybe the 603 BSD wheel?" I think there was a little article about this in the RR years ago. I actually think it's a pretty smart idea but doubt it'll see the light of day. --mike --~--~-~--~~~---~-

[RBW] Re: Complete bike for $1000?

2009-10-24 Thread Mike
LHT with Albatross bars. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to

[RBW] Re: FS: 56cm Rambouillet (blue) frame/fork $1,000

2009-10-25 Thread Mike
Good call. The Rambouillet is a great bike and I'm sure you'll be happy with it. On Oct 24, 11:27 pm, rcnute wrote: > Like Monty Burns, I've had one of my unpredictable changes of heart. > Upon reflection the other Riv isn't going to fill the same place in > the lineup that the Rambouillet will.

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Protovelo

2009-10-27 Thread Mike
9:42 PM, Seth Vidal > > wrote: > > > > > >> On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 10:41 PM, John Blish > > wrote: > > > > > >> > On Mon, Oct 26, 2009 at 7:39 PM, Gino Zahnd > > > > wrote: > > > > > >> >> I like how this

[RBW] Re: Who's in the queue for a custom Rivendell?

2009-10-27 Thread Mike
Isn't fork trail one of those taboo subjects like politics and carbon bashing? On Oct 27, 1:32 pm, CycloFiend wrote: > on 10/27/09 10:49 AM, Jeff at newbe...@mail.utexas.edu wrote: > > > Okay, so it was a Kuzma project?  I think I got the last of these from > > Todd in May 2007 as he was shuttin

[RBW] Re: Who's in the queue for a custom Rivendell?

2009-10-27 Thread Mike
Here's a recent interview Bicycle Times did with Jan Heine. It's good. http://www.bicycletimesmag.com/content/interview-bicycle-quarterlys-jan-heine On Oct 27, 2:41 pm, JoelMatthews wrote: > > The frame I'm basing my requests on was (I believe) a Grant designed Heron > > with Jan Heine's input

[RBW] Re: Who's in the queue for a custom Rivendell?

2009-10-28 Thread Mike
I don't know Jim, it's a slippery slope. Next thing you know we'll be discussing planing... On Oct 28, 10:28 am, CycloFiend wrote: > on 10/27/09 2:12 PM, Mike at mjawn...@gmail.com wrote: > > > > > Isn't fork trail one of those taboo subjects like politics

[RBW] Re: Carbon forks

2009-10-28 Thread Mike
I love this quote about the video posted by drunkingham: "This video was very informative, as I recently crashed my bike into a pile of hammers and was not quite sure if it was safe to continue riding it." --mike --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received th

[RBW] Re: Anyone checked out this pump?

2009-10-29 Thread Mike
e Riv sells just to give them the business. --mike --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubs

[RBW] Re: Atlantis on the Great Divide Route?

2009-10-29 Thread Mike
I think a few folks did it on Salsa Fargos (rigid, drop bar, expidition touring) this year. I think an Atlantis could handle it. Go for it. --Mike --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: Atlantis on the Great Divide Route?

2009-10-30 Thread Mike
on my MB-2 in the early 90s and it was great. In fact, one of those would work well on an Atlantis. I bet you could even pick one up NOS. I'd look into it. --mike --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups &q

[RBW] Re: Atlantis on the Great Divide Route?

2009-10-30 Thread Mike
oc/jk His Dempster entries begin here: http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/page/?o=RrzKj&page_id=37927&v=4Iy Enjoy, mike --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To po

[RBW] Homer, Fall and an awesome ride.

2009-11-02 Thread Mike
empty which made for a relaxing ride although this particular ride had quite a bit of climbing. I don't have a cycling computer on my bike now so I'm not sure of the mileage, easily over 80. The pictures can be found here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/41335...@n00/sets/7215762259720648

[RBW] Re: an imitation or just a coincidence?

2009-11-02 Thread Mike
ly be another Rivendell. Or maybe a Mercian. Or if I go budget, an Surly LHT. --mike On Nov 2, 12:32 pm, "Dave @ Rivendell" wrote: > don't know what to think about this one. Introducing The Sam Houston > bike from Violet Crown Cycles: > > http://www.viol

[RBW] Re: an imitation or just a coincidence?

2009-11-03 Thread Mike
as more the point I was trying to make. On Nov 3, 6:35 am, Patrick in VT wrote: > On Nov 2, 10:36 pm, Mike wrote: > > > Hmmm, I'm not sure what to think. Funny how so many custom builders > > are trying to make bikes like the ones Rivendell has been producing > > fo

[RBW] New Riv shirts

2009-11-06 Thread Mike
100k brevet I'm scheduled to ride tomorrow. Oh, and it's raining out right now! Good night! --mike --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post

[RBW] Re: New Riv shirts

2009-11-07 Thread Mike
home. Still, 85 miles or so for a rainy cold day isn't bad. As I write this the clouds are parting and a little bit of sunlight is filtering through... My Kurcharik jersey was great. I'll definitely get another one but might try a size down. --mike On Nov 7, 5:56 am, Eric Norris wro

[RBW] Re: New Riv shirts

2009-11-07 Thread Mike
't gone out for the ride than I was riding in the rain. He agreed. take care, mike --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne

[RBW] Re: Long introduction and question on frame and handlebar options from newbie to the list

2009-11-08 Thread Mike
about touring or riding fire roads on your Hilsen, but I'm not gonna talk you out of adding a Bombadil to your stable. Take care, mike --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch&quo

[RBW] Re: Fresh off the work stand...my Bombadil!

2009-11-09 Thread Mike
t; It is surprising how tight the clearance is on the Bombadil considering how generous clearance usually is on a Rivendell. Still, it's a great looking bike. This particular set-up is extremely appealing. --mike --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received thi

[RBW] Re: If Filson and Berthoud had a baby....

2009-11-11 Thread Mike
How about a Nitto rack with a Wald basket and a Sackville ShopSack? --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To u

[RBW] Re: who has MUSA pants?

2009-11-12 Thread Mike
combo. I agree with others that a tad bit of lycra would be nice. --mike --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-ow

[RBW] Re: Upcoming Trip/Making Friends/Tire Question

2009-11-15 Thread Mike
Go with some Schwalbes, the big heavy ones Riv sells. I used the 700c version on a short tour and they worked fine. Fast enough, dependable and no flats. --mike --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups &quo

[RBW] Re: ride report

2009-11-16 Thread Mike
quiet streets. The afternoon was spent at the mutliplex with my wife watching the world end (2012) which was actually kinda entertaining in that guilty pleasure sort of way. --mike --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google G

[RBW] Re: ride report

2009-11-16 Thread Mike
The thing about Powell's is that I go in there and get overwhelmed and leave with nothing. There's just too many books! On Nov 16, 7:38 am, Seth Vidal wrote: > On Mon, Nov 16, 2009 at 10:36 AM, Mike wrote: > > > Sounds nice. Thanks for the report. Nowhere near 75 degrees

[RBW] Re: romulus headset question

2009-11-17 Thread Mike
Why not just throw down and get a Chris King? Seems the best way to go. Sure, it's expensive but you'll most likely not have to worry about it again. --mike On Nov 17, 6:53 am, Seth Vidal wrote: > On Tue, Nov 17, 2009 at 9:44 AM, newenglandbike > wrote: > > > Tange

[RBW] Re: Hillborne dilemma

2009-11-17 Thread Mike
> Junk the singlespeed, keep the Hilsen and buy the SamH.  Because it has > 650B wheels.  Otherwise, what's the point?  The Hilsen and the SamH are > very similar in capability.   Steve has the right idea. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: Velo Orange Campagne Handlebar Bar

2009-11-18 Thread Mike
I should say that I have a Berthoud bag I that, while expensive, is much better quality and more functional. --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups

[RBW] Re: Velo Orange Campagne Handlebar Bar

2009-11-18 Thread Mike
g, I can't rave about their decaulers. The problem is that the GB decaulers are all too long and seem to push the bag out further than it needs to go. VO has a headset spacer decauler which is nice but that has problems too depending on your stem length and height. --mike On Nov 18, 5:17 pm, b

[RBW] Re: Velo Orange Campagne Handlebar Bar

2009-11-19 Thread Mike
For the price I'd definitely recommend the Ostrich bag over the VO. And it's a great color. --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com.

[RBW] Re: Thoughts on ordering Carradice bag from europe...

2009-11-21 Thread Mike
I have a coworker who has placed multiple orders with Wiggle and found them to be great. They have really good prices on Carradice and Brooks stuff. If you're partial to ordering from someone in the US try Harris Cyclery or Peter White. --mike -- You received this message because yo

[RBW] Re: Hillborne query....

2009-11-23 Thread Mike
Call Rivendell and ask them what they think. If I'm not mistaken there was talk a while back that the next batch of Sam Hillbornes would include some 64s. Definitely call Rivendell. --mike On Nov 22, 6:53 pm, LouisvillePatrick wrote: > Wow.  What a great group.  I've enjoyed readi

[RBW] Re: Hillborne query....

2009-11-23 Thread Mike
On my Hilsen I have xt hubs and Salsa Delgado rims. In fact, I have these rims on two bikes and absolutely no complaints. I think Mavic makes a similar rim--the A17 or something. The Salsa rims are inexpensive and hold up well. --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

[RBW] Rivendell and giving

2009-11-23 Thread Mike
generosity is commendable given these tough times and the fact that they're a small business. --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To u

[RBW] Re: What's your favorite RR?

2009-11-24 Thread Mike
I really enjoyed the Andy Hampsten interview from a few years ago. I also really like Tips for Happy Riding which I found in the first catalog of theirs I ever received. It really got me thinking. You can read it here: http://www.rivbike.com/article/misc/tips_for_happy_riding --mike -- You

[RBW] Re: Yea, back on the bike

2009-11-24 Thread Mike
Michael, which bike did you reach for? --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunc

[RBW] Re: Roadeo Teaser

2009-11-25 Thread Mike
My size too! But first things first. Congratulations and enjoy the honeymoon. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email

[RBW] Cycling is fun.

2009-11-27 Thread Mike
I like riding my bike. I hope everyone gets out for a good ride this weekend. I worked yesterday and am working through Sunday--4 12hr shifts. Uggh. But I'll have 3 days off after that and the weather is supposed to be nice. --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed t

[RBW] The cycling shorts ruse?

2009-11-27 Thread Mike
I'm open to doing more of my riding in my MUSA type gear. --mike FYI, if you are a lycra wearing kind of cyclist, www.velowear.com has great prices on gear right now. I have 3 pairs of their thermafleece bib knickers and love them. -- You received this message because you are subscribed t

[RBW] Re: The cycling shorts ruse?

2009-11-27 Thread Mike
Apparently Kent uses WTB saddles. I have friends who swear by them. They look nice and if I were to go back to using that kind of saddle I'd probably use one of those. I do wish Rivendell would make their MUSA shorts a tad longer and a little narrower in the leg opening. --mike -- You rec

[RBW] Re: The cycling shorts ruse?

2009-11-27 Thread Mike
Aren't those shorts designed to be used around a chamois? I'll have to check into those next summer. I like the MUSA stuff because it's so simple and doesn't look like exteme mountain biker stuff. For now it's getting cold here and I'm really happy with my bib knickers from Voler. The price is ver

[RBW] Riv frames 2010

2009-11-28 Thread Mike
y hold off a little bit before I pull the trigger. I want to know more about the Taiwanese Atlantis'--price, geometry, and ETA. The Simpleone sounds great too. 2010 is looking good. --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners B

[RBW] Re: Riv frames 2010

2009-11-29 Thread Mike
It's nice that they're keeping the same geometry (level TT). And yeah, the butterscotch color would be great. --mike On Nov 28, 4:11 pm, Kip Otteson wrote: > Sign me up for a Simpleone.  I LOVE my Bombadil but I'm looking for > something really simple to have for the town

[RBW] Dromarti shoes

2009-12-03 Thread Mike
Nice, but expensive. Anyone seen or tried these? http://www.dromarti.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=10_14&products_id=16 --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send emai

[RBW] Re: AHH as a road bike

2009-12-03 Thread Mike
n it comes to brevets so I may go with T-serves. Given what people here have said you might want to try some JB greens. If you like those, or some similar tire, why not just get some lighter wheels built up? Have fun exploring your options. --mike -- You received this message because you are su

[RBW] Re: AHH as a road bike

2009-12-04 Thread Mike
eed to get into work. Time to hop on the bike. --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owne

[RBW] Re: Silver shifter problem

2009-12-06 Thread Mike
That does make perfect sense to grease the heads. I'll have to check both soon. Good thing I'll be putting new cables on the Hilsen soon. --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this grou

[RBW] Snow close to RBWHQ

2009-12-07 Thread Mike
Looks like there was snow close to RBWHQ. I wonder if we'll see some photos on their website of Grant and company riding their bikes in the snow. http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2009/12/07/BAMB1B0B19.DTL --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed t

[RBW] Re: a snowy mt. diablo

2009-12-08 Thread Mike
Erik, great shots. Thanks for putting the link up here. Did Mt Tam get dusted (no pun intended)? --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To u

[RBW] Re: Would it be against the law - a tigged Rivendell?

2009-12-10 Thread Mike
Try VeloOrange for well designed and inexpensive tig welded bikes. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-own

[RBW] Re: New Rivendell Frames, Last Chance Atlantis

2009-12-11 Thread Mike
design for Rivendell and they appear to have turned out great so I'm sure this replacement for the Atlantis will be a winner. SH type tire clearance would be fine for my needs. I hope the fork comes with the same collection of braze-ons as the Bombadil. --mike -- You received this message

[RBW] Re: Our New Bike Catalog Is On The Site

2009-12-11 Thread Mike
That looks great! Thanks for posting. On Dec 11, 10:22 am, John Bennett wrote: > a sneak preview can be found by following this to a PDF > > http://www.rivbike.com/blogs/knothole_post/174 > > Cheers, > > John -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Own

[RBW] Re: RR # "forty-something/late 2009": out for Xmas?

2009-12-11 Thread Mike
I thought it would be out by now. Didn't Grant mention something about it being out in a month a month or so ago? --mike On Dec 11, 5:47 pm, PATRICK MOORE wrote: > The last one I saw was last summer. Anything since? > > -- > Patrick Moore > Albuquerque, NM > For profes

[RBW] Re: Our New Bike Catalog Is On The Site

2009-12-11 Thread Mike
I don't know if that's correct or not but it wouldn't be Rivendell literature without some typos. On Dec 11, 5:52 pm, ercarlso@spamex.com wrote: > Is "nicities" spelled correctly on page 22?  I'm looking at the > "original_bike_cat_FINAL_nospread.pdf" version. > > I like that the bikes are now

[RBW] Re: A Bike Sale Unrelated to Rivendell but Kinda...uhhh, Interesting?

2009-12-13 Thread Mike
That is hilarious. Thanks for passing it out. I could totally see someone doing something like that with rando gear after a PBP or other 1200k fail. "The last items I am including are a National Champion Skin-suit and a bottle of Champagne. I stole the national champion skin-suit from my wife.

[RBW] Re: contemplating change: 1999 longlow

2009-12-13 Thread Mike
Does Waterford do this kind of stuff? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googleg

[RBW] Re: Grip Kings and Numb Feet

2009-12-15 Thread Mike
for my tour and was fine with that, no problems at all. I ended up putting my MKS touring pedals back on the commuter and realize that those work better for my feet, just a little more comfortable and grippy. Next summer I'll definitely be doing more S24Os and I'll definitely be pedali

[RBW] Re: Correct Bombadil size...

2009-12-18 Thread Mike
Rene, I'm glad you're happy with your bike. It's a beautiful bike. Rivendell sizing takes a certain amount of trust and maybe isn't for everyone. --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To pos

[RBW] Article: Why I Ride Drop Bars (on a mountain bike)

2009-12-18 Thread Mike
I stumbled across this article and found it very interesting. I figure people here might enjoy it, especially those looking to set up a Bombadil with drop bars http://mtbtires.com/site2/features/37-bikes/85-why-i-ride-dropbars --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

[RBW] Re: Correct Bombadil size...

2009-12-19 Thread Mike
... Furthermore... you can pick up complete Salsa Fargos for like $1550 which isn't bad at all. What I need to do is step away from the computer and head out for a ride in spite of the rain... --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RB

[RBW] Re: Roadeo specials

2009-12-19 Thread Mike
Did anyone notice the salmon and blue one? Wow! Very very nice looking. I'm excited to see what Rivendell introduces in 2010. On Dec 19, 1:38 pm, Aaron Thomas wrote: > For tall riders, there is a Roadeo with a quite attractive gray and > blue paint job in the frame specials section: > > http://w

[RBW] Re: Article: Why I Ride Drop Bars (on a mountain bike)

2009-12-19 Thread Mike
You know what's really crazy? I'll tell ya. There are some people who go out for rides one day wearing wool and regular shoes and no special biking gear and then just a day later may wear lycranaut gear. Isn't that crazy? It's like saying things aren't black and white, as if there were areas of gra

[RBW] Re: You wanted to see how a Riv was packed?

2009-12-20 Thread Mike
I'm almost as impatient to see what's in that box as you are! On Dec 20, 6:24 pm, kent wrote: > Someone requested photos of the un-packing of a Rivendell so that > there would be record of just how well they were packed.  As you > wish... > > http://picasaweb.google.com/broken.cynic/RivArrival?fe

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2009-12-23 Thread Mike
ream. I'm very excited to see what Rivendell is going to put out in 2010. I sure did like a lot of what they did in 2009. Happy Holidays to all. --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, se

[RBW] Re: Slightly OT: S24O in Adventure Cycling

2009-12-24 Thread Mike
he Dempster Hwy. http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/?o=RrzKj&doc_id=1419&v=9JE --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe fr

[RBW] Re: Kudos to Cyclofiend; Moderator Par Excellence

2009-12-26 Thread Mike
e folks at Rivendell Bicycle Works. --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+uns

[RBW] Re: B-17 vs. Champion Flyer

2009-12-26 Thread Mike
out the springs. --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegro

[RBW] Re: Helmets save lives.

2009-12-28 Thread Mike
Glad to hear your friend is okay. I used to live in SF and am bummed I never made it down to Mt Hamilton or over to Mt Diablo. Mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw

[RBW] Re: hunquapiller?

2009-12-31 Thread Mike
I was thinking the same thing. On Dec 31, 9:07 am, Seth Vidal wrote: > From the riv website: > > "Let's say you want a Rodeo or a Hunquapiller this Spring, but you can > pay some of it off now. OK, then. You call up and say you want to put > $2,000 toward it." > > Hunquapiller? > > Pray tell, wha

[RBW] Re: Goals for 2010

2010-01-01 Thread Mike
t too hopeful. I've got money tucked aside and will definitely be adding another bike to the quiver. I'll probably also sell a bike (my Rambouillet) just to keep things at 3 for total number of bikes. But we'll see. I intend to read a lot more this year and spend less time on the inte

[RBW] Re: Making MKS Touring Pedals greasable.

2010-01-02 Thread Mike
commuter after I regrease the pedals. I find that I like them more than the GK. I do like your modification though, it is fun to tinker. --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to

[RBW] Re: What did you do in 2009?

2010-01-03 Thread Mike
cards. --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. F

[RBW] Re: velosophy

2010-01-03 Thread Mike
Hey Fulf, thanks for posting this. I'm going to order a copy when I get home from work tonight. Welcome to the group! --mike On Jan 3, 12:43 pm, fulf wrote: > This is my first post so forgive me if this is old news. I was > searching Amazon for cycling books and came across a titl

[RBW] Re: velosophy

2010-01-03 Thread Mike
I wonder if it'll be a collection of articles by Grant from the reader and website or all new stuff. Either way, I'll be getting it. And yeah, I may wait and get it directly from Rivendell. --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RB

[RBW] White Paselas

2010-01-06 Thread Mike
ifferently. I've only ever used black tires. --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to

[RBW] Re: White Paselas

2010-01-06 Thread Mike
I'm not talking about bikes here. We all know that Orange is the fastest color. But I am curious if the pigment in the tires effects wear and traction. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-

[RBW] Re: White Paselas

2010-01-06 Thread Mike
I think you mean Keith Moon. He's dead. I bet Syd Barrett (original member of Pink Floyd) would like Rivendells. Unfotunately he's dead too. http://www.glyphjockey.com/pix2/sydbike.jpg http://www.pink-floyd.org/barrett/syd_img/expressnov2001.jpg On Jan 6, 8:09 pm, R Gonet wrote: > Keith Richar

[RBW] Re: Soma Riv

2010-01-07 Thread Mike
This is good news. Hopefully there will be a threaded fork option like with the Roadeo. And hopefully the referene to this being a project for 2011 is a typo. --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to

[RBW] Re: Soma Riv

2010-01-07 Thread Mike
I wouldn't be surprised at all. But I would still hope that it's a typo and this frame will be available in 2010. On Jan 7, 3:52 pm, Steve Palincsar wrote: > You might be surprised at how long it takes to get some of these frame > projects from initial conception to delivered product. -- You rec

[RBW] Re: New Riv Reader 42

2010-01-08 Thread Mike
Actually, Grant had commented a while back that RR#42 would be out before the end of the year. But, as with most things Rivendell, you can add 3 to 4 months to that. I'll bet it's out before Spring although it does seem Rivendell has quite a few irons in the fire. -- You received this message beca

[RBW] Re: Sackville Rando Bag?

2010-01-09 Thread Mike
bags I have. I don't need a boxy bag but it's nice to know they're producing one. I've been very disappointed by VO's latest bag offerings as they seem cheap rip-offs of Carradice and Berthoud bags. I should probably delete that last sentence. --mike -- You received t

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