[RBW] Re: Top Ten Names for the next Rivendell Bike

2010-05-06 Thread Mike
On May 5, 8:40 pm, SFF wrote: > Oh, to be "On the Road" with: > Sal Paradise and > Dean Moriarty > > Joel Yes! Gnossos Pappadopoulis and Ignasius P. Reilly would be other good names from literature. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunc

[RBW] Re: Riv's favorite names from the suggestions

2010-05-06 Thread Mike
On May 6, 1:57 pm, William wrote: > I got a girl in the Castle and one in the pagoda > You know I got rhymes like Abe Vigoda Word. I think I actually think of the Beastie Boys first and Fish second when I hear his name. --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[RBW] Re: Riv's favorite names from the suggestions

2010-05-08 Thread Mike
I've said it before and I'll probably say it again, I love the LOTR inspired Riv names and wish they could continue using them but I guess New Line Cinema put the kibosh on that. --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners B

[RBW] Re: Sizing on a A Homer Hilsen

2010-05-11 Thread Mike
a problem. I can't stress this enough, call the folks at Riv and discuss it with them. They're sooo nice and helpful. --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-owner

[RBW] Re: MKS Grip Kings

2010-05-11 Thread Mike
say enough about how much I'm enjoying pedaling free lately. I'm stilling using SPDs on my Hilsen for brevets but there's only 1 more to go and then I'm pretty much through with official randonneuring for they year and will be putting GKs on the Hilsen. Who knows, maybe next y

[RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne Review & Images

2010-05-14 Thread Mike
Are you in Portland? I noticed a picture of your bike at the St John's Bridge. I'll have to keep an eye out for you and the bike. Great review. Thanks for posting. --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" gr

[RBW] Re: Our New Retirement Watch

2010-05-14 Thread Mike
Hey Michael, congrats on retirement and the bike! I love the 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. To unsubscribe from this group,

[RBW] Re: new Roadeo photos

2010-05-14 Thread Mike
On May 14, 4:49 pm, Jeremy Till wrote: > Holy crap, that black roadeo is stunning. > Yeah, nice bike, but did you see the splats!?! -- 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...@googl

[RBW] Re: AHH tire clearance

2010-05-15 Thread Mike
athon 700x 41 (according to Rivendell website). --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-o

[RBW] Re: Brooks B-17's wearing out

2010-05-16 Thread Mike
I'd say try a Brooks Pro. I have a Brooks Pro Classic (budget model) and the leather is much stiffer than on a B17 yet it's still a comfortable saddle. Check this link for more info: http://www.renehersestore.com/servlet/the-190/Brooks-Proffesional-Classic-Mens/Detail --mike -- Yo

[RBW] Re: Atlantis - Bombadil comparison

2010-05-18 Thread Mike
it with an Atlantis. --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...@google

[RBW] Re: Atlantis - Bombadil comparison

2010-05-19 Thread Mike
Nitto front rack so that it mounts up perfectly. I saw this Atlantis a few years ago parked in front of Powell's Books here in Portland. I've always thought it was about one of the most perfect Rivendells I've ever seen--http://www.flickr.com/photos/ 41335...@n00/2071610821/ --mike -

[RBW] Re: Charity Ride Atlantis Poll or "What Would Fred Do?"

2010-05-20 Thread Mike
Go with comfort, ride the 37s. Let people know there are alternatives to plastic bikes and 23s. Then again, the idea of using 32s is probably pretty mind blowing to many riders. Whatever tires you choose it sounds like a nice ride. Enjoy! --mike -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] ORR 600k this past weekend.

2010-05-24 Thread Mike
/ Here's the route: http://www.orrandonneurs.org/rba/2010/Coast600/Coast600_Info.html --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 unsubs

[RBW] Re: SFR 600K Brevet, May 22-23, 2010 - a set on Flickr

2010-05-24 Thread Mike
it's advantages.. I felt pretty good the second day and minimized my time riding in the dark. Hopefully I'll one day make it down there for a brevet. Thanks for posting the pictures. --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners B

[RBW] Re: Homer Hetre?

2010-05-24 Thread Mike
rrectly, there was a thing in the RR about how Rivendell bikes didn't make good candidates for 650b conversion because of the lowish BB heights and other factors. I'd give Rivendell a call and speak with someone there directly. It would be great if there were a 700x37 JB green... --mike

[RBW] Re: Homer Hetre?

2010-05-24 Thread Mike
I'll third it. A bigger supple tire for 700c would be great. I'd sure like to try 37mm JB green. -- 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

[RBW] Re: FS: Rapha Waxed Cotton Cap - "Gentleman's Cap"

2010-05-26 Thread Mike
which they have done in the area. This little film is great with the exception of a few moments which come off a little too jock and dramatic but otherwise... I don't know, I watched it and wanted to ride my bike. http://www.rapha.cc/films-of-the-summer-1 --mike But I like the Riv films more.

[RBW] Re: Roadeo v. Soma ES?

2010-05-30 Thread Mike
a Roadeo or IF is out of reach financially it's a great option. --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, s

[RBW] Re: Happy new AHH owner

2010-05-31 Thread Mike
Congrats on the new bike. Great set-up and nicely accessorized. Have fun exploring roads and trails on it. --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...@googlegrou

[RBW] Re: Happy new AHH owner

2010-05-31 Thread Mike
I forgot to ask, what size Schwalbes are you running? 700x40? --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 ema

[RBW] Re: Nice! The frame resurrection project continues!

2010-06-02 Thread Mike
Just saw that myself. I'm really curious to see what they've got and how they've been "fixed". I'm very very happy with my repaired Rambouillet. When it broke and I emailed Grant he assured me it would be good as new and a year and a half later that certainly seems to

[RBW] Re: rear der squeak?

2010-06-02 Thread Mike
I get the same chirp from time to time and usually just lube the pivots. As Mojo points out, it could be the pulleys. Good luck resolving it. --mike On Jun 2, 6:45 pm, Mojo wrote: > When my rear derailers have started to chirp, it has nearly always > been dry pulleys, but usually wh

[RBW] Re: Portland/Vancouver Riv Lovers Ride June 6

2010-06-02 Thread Mike
Not sure if I'll be there as I'm going for a ride at 7:30am. Perhaps I'll be back for it. We'll see. --mike On Jun 2, 8:32 am, b hamon wrote: > So -- how many folks are planning to come ride this Sunday at noon? Just > curious. > (Sunday June 6, meet at Peninsul

[RBW] Re: Rapha has love for Rivendell

2010-06-03 Thread Mike
riding. --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. For mo

[RBW] Re: Portland/Vancouver Riv Lovers Ride June 6

2010-06-06 Thread Mike
Hope it stops raining by the time the ride starts. I won't be there as my wife and I are going to do some rainy day things (movie and errands). I feel like I've done enough rain riding this year. --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups &q

[RBW] Re: Seattle to Portland Tour

2010-06-07 Thread Mike
'm at work now so I need to keep this short but take a look at Google Maps and maybe at the Seattle Internationa Randonneurs website as well as the OR Randonneurs site for ideas. --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch&quo

[RBW] Re: Has anyone tried White Industries Urban Pedal?

2010-06-07 Thread Mike
I'm surprised Joel M. hasn't chimmed in yet. If I remember correctly he's a big fan of these pedals. Chances are I'll impulsively buy a pair someday but there's other bike related expenses that are taking priority for now. --mike -- You received this message because

[RBW] Re: Bike Snob in Rivendell!

2010-06-07 Thread Mike
Subarus and who wear climbing apparel and "technical footwear" to Whole Foods. " I don't regularly follow his blog although I'm not sure why. I kinda prefer http://allhailtheblackmarket.com/. Bike Snob will be at Powell's later this month, perhaps I'll go

[RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne "A Country Bike" Goes to the Country - S24O Report

2010-06-08 Thread Mike
On Jun 7, 7:55 pm, SFF wrote: > I had the opportunity to do back to back S24O's on my new Sam > Hillborne the past two weekends. Pictures? -- 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..

[RBW] Re: Tektro CR720s on a Quickbeam

2010-06-09 Thread Mike
d a chance to ride the bike yet so I'm unsure about chatter. Still, I haven't really been impressed by the brakes and doubt I'd get them again. I really like the IRD cantis I have on my Surly. At some point I'll probably swap them out. --mike -- You received this message bec

[RBW] Re: new vegan panniers

2010-06-09 Thread Mike
They do look nice. Very tempting. I just ordered up a large Nitto rear rack. --mike On Jun 8, 7:08 pm, Seth Vidal wrote: > All I can say is wow. Those are REALLY attractive. > > LOTS of pictures here: > > http://www.rivbike.com/products/show/toursacks-rear-panniers/20-215 &

[RBW] Re: Mudflaps - inside fender or outside fender?

2010-06-09 Thread Mike
Outside the fender. http://www.flickr.com/photos/41335...@n00/4635658276/ --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 g

[RBW] Re: Mudflaps - inside fender or outside fender?

2010-06-10 Thread Mike
my commuter, they're great. I like the looks of the Sackville more and they're lighter and have the reflective strip on them. --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send em

[RBW] Re: Your Favorite Handlebar Bag

2010-06-10 Thread Mike
What Larry and Steve said. --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: Since we're talking about rides tomorrow..

2010-06-12 Thread Mike
Hope everyone has good rides this weekend. --mike Oh, I will probably commute on the QB today so I'll get in 8 miles on the bike. -- 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-owner

[RBW] Re: Noisy Bagman support for Carradice bag

2010-06-13 Thread Mike
with your noise. I may disassemble mine later this week just to see if the play can be eliminated. --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: BikeSnobPDX?

2010-06-19 Thread Mike
I'd like to believe I'd be there but I kinda doubt it. I have an early morning flight to catch the next day and it's been a really rough week. I'll probably opt for an evening at home with the cats. --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: Whenever I see a photo of Grant's bikes, I want to clean them!

2010-06-29 Thread Mike
I look at Grant's bikes and think there is a bike that's put to good and proper use. Clean bikes look nice and all, but if it's between cleaning a bike and getting out for a ride I'd rather go for a ride. --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to th

[RBW] Shorts--MUSA alternatives

2010-07-02 Thread Mike
make them a bit longer and narrower in the leg but I doubt that'll happen. I'm curious what other shorts people use. For pedaling around town I have a couple pair of Ben Davis pants cut and hemmed and they're great but not something I would want to wear for 60 mile ride. Any s

[RBW] Re: Shorts--MUSA alternatives

2010-07-02 Thread Mike
plaints. They're reasonably priced, comfy and durable. --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

[RBW] Re: Shorts--MUSA alternatives

2010-07-02 Thread Mike
Joel, I was going to ask the same question as Michael. @Tom M.:That's a great idea! So simple! So obvious! I have a pair of MUSA pants that I never wear, perhaps I'll try that before making a purchase. --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google G

[RBW] Staff bikes updated

2010-07-02 Thread Mike
/show/staff-bikes/50-998 --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...@g

[RBW] Re: grip king alternatives--MKS RMX!

2010-07-02 Thread Mike
But don't worry, no intervention or detox is necessary. --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

[RBW] Re: Problem with on-line order at RBW

2010-07-03 Thread Mike
You could try checking your order history and see if the order is listed. Good luck! --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

[RBW] Re: Brand V bag suggestion

2010-07-06 Thread Mike
Carradice? I think you can attach their tube bag or whatever it's called to the handlebars. Carradice also makes a black canvas HB bag that attaches to the bar via the Klick Fix system. You're probably aware of these already. --mike On Jul 6, 7:05 am, EricP wrote: > Okay, probabl

[RBW] Today's ride (with special guest appearance by Cyclotourist!)

2010-07-06 Thread Mike
photos. They're not very good as I took them with my phone but David also took photos which I'm sure he'll post to The Flickr. http://www.flickr.com/photos/41335...@n00/sets/72157624438255720/ --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups &q

[RBW] Re: Finally did it

2010-07-12 Thread Mike
Thanks for sharing the photos and again, congratulations on your first century. --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 th

[RBW] Re: SFRandonneurs "Fall" Populaire - July 17th

2010-07-13 Thread Mike
izers. It's really only a 65 mile ride which isn't so long. Definitely check it out. I'd love to get down there and ride with SF Randonneurs. Better yet, I'd prefer to make the shorter trip up North and ride with SIR although my work schedule, transportation and other issues keep fo

[RBW] Re: Riv-ish Doping

2010-07-13 Thread Mike
Don't think of it as a doping line, think of it as first aid supplies. It should also include scalpels for blood-letting and leeches. --mike On Jul 12, 8:26 pm, Steve wrote: > Lance's poor times and accidents in the Tour make me consider my own > lousy performance in the Iowa

[RBW] Re: Introduce myself

2010-07-15 Thread Mike
and Medium Sackville ShopSack. I'm hoping to use the basket and sack along with a Carradice Nelson LF for this trip. But I may end up using the Ortliebs, just depends on the weather and how much I want to bring. Keep us posted on what you decide. --mike -- You received this message because you ar

[RBW] Re: SFRandonneurs "Fall" Populaire - July 17th

2010-07-15 Thread Mike
w or finishing at the back of the pack, try not to worry about it as it just doesn't matter. Overall I've found randonneurs to be a very encouraging, supportive and friendly group of folks. I've finished at the front of rides and at the back (see above photo) and been warmly welcomed int

[RBW] Re: Anyone riding the STP this weekend?

2010-07-15 Thread Mike
Yet another year goes by and no STP for me... I've lived in Portland for 4 years now. Tons of folks do the ride and seem to have fun so perhaps one of these years I'll remember to sign up for it. To all the folks doing the ride, have a great time and a safe ride. --mike -- You rec

[RBW] Re: Friday Mixed Terrain Ride Report

2010-07-17 Thread Mike
Looks like a great ride. Glad you're enjoying the bike and putting 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-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubs

[RBW] S24O: tent or no tent?

2010-07-17 Thread Mike
27;s any chance of rain in the forecast I'll take the tent. Tentative plan is to do this ride over two days as opposed to one day which totally wrecked me last year. http://www.flickr.com/photos/41335...@n00/sets/72157621778650380/ Riv content: I'm gonna ride my Hilsen. --mike -- Y

[RBW] Re: S24O: tent or no tent?

2010-07-18 Thread Mike
at I'll pack up front, small trunksack vs medium Wald basket. Since I may take in some gravel roads I'll probably ditch the Wald basket for this trip. But who knows. I'm off to work and will probably go back and forth on this through the day. --mike -- You received this message bec

[RBW] Re: S24O: tent or no tent?

2010-07-18 Thread Mike
summer. I guess since this is the first one of the year I'll just go for comfort. As others have mentioned, tents do offer a bit of privacy at campgrounds. This should be fun and I'll get some big miles in on quiet roads. But for now, off to work... --mike -- You received this messa

[RBW] Re: Tires for Sam Hillborne

2010-07-19 Thread Mike
f the best deals out there for a tire. Currently I have Schwalbe Marathon 700x40 (37?) on my Hilsen and am heading out for a camping trip. I like those also, I pulled them off my commuter. I'm expecting them to perform about the same, just a little less cush. --mike -- You received this mess

[RBW] Re: S24O: tent or no tent?

2010-07-19 Thread Mike
ce cup of Starbuck's Viva instant coffee. This was my first big ride in weeks and I'm cooked. It seems criminal to be posting from a camsite so I'll sign off and read my Jack Turner book and wait for the stars. Pictures tomorrow. --mike On Jul 19, 7:52 pm, RayO wrote: > Go

[RBW] Timothy Lake S360

2010-07-20 Thread Mike
://www.flickr.com/photos/41335...@n00/sets/72157624423179645/ --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,

[RBW] Re: Timothy Lake S360

2010-07-21 Thread Mike
ucts/show/schwalbe-marathon/10-068 --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.

[RBW] Re: Grip King Impressions

2010-07-21 Thread Mike
bit. I'll say this though... I'm really hesitant to put my SPDs back on. I have a feeling I'll be riding "clipless" for the rest of the summer. --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To po

[RBW] Re: Shorts--MUSA alternatives

2010-07-22 Thread Mike
black ones. Either way they'll get put to good use but I'm kinda hoping they're longer... --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. T

[RBW] Re: Rivendell brings generations of cyclist together!

2010-07-22 Thread Mike
Hey Manny, thanks for posting this message and the photos. And keep pedaling! --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

[RBW] Re: Saturday morning mixed terrain ride report

2010-07-24 Thread Mike
Thanks for posting the pictures. Looks like you had a great ride. I've done that very same loop many times but never on one my Rivs as I wasn't yet into them when I lived there. I definitely miss the Headlands and hope to get a chance to visit that loop on my Hilsen one day. --mike (in

[RBW] Re: s24o in progress

2010-07-25 Thread Mike
John Denver! I was on a bike camping trip earlier in the week and had Country Roads stuck in my head. At least they weren't playing Limp Bizkit. Please share pictures with us if you have any. --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Ow

[RBW] Re: that's no mountain bike...

2010-07-25 Thread Mike
> "Guys, it's just a jeep trail." > Love it! -- 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...

[RBW] It's arrived!

2009-03-28 Thread Mike
r bike. I'll post Riv oriented pictures from the brevet on the Flickr page later today. --Mike --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send

[RBW] Re: It's arrived!

2009-03-28 Thread Mike
mount of Rivendells there--an Atlantis, Saluki, 2 AHH, and a custom. There might have even been more. Pictures to follow but now it's time to eat! --mike --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RB

[RBW] Re: Photos from Yesterday's 300K Brevet (With Link)

2009-03-29 Thread Mike
want to do it but I imagine it's expensive and the demand could be questionable. Thanks for posting, mike On Mar 29, 8:35 am, Eric Norris wrote: > Photos from our tandem ride from Davis to the top of Cobb Mountain and   > back. > > http://www.flickr.com/photos/35176...@

[RBW] Re: It's arrived!

2009-03-29 Thread Mike
Here's a ride report: http://randobooks.blogspot.com/ I've decided to post ride reports related to my pursuit of completing a super rando series on a blog. I'll probably make comments about books I'm reading here also. Mike On Mar 29, 12:47 am, CycloFiend wrote: > on 3

[RBW] Re: WTB: Bagman Standard Sport

2009-03-30 Thread Mike
Have you considered ordering directly from Carradice? I've heard they're pretty easy to deal with in spite of being across the big water. --mike On Mar 30, 11:56 am, Lesli wrote: > On the hunt for a Carradice bagman standard sport saddlebag > support.    Most of the usual C

[RBW] Re: FS: 57cm Romulus in amazing shape

2009-03-31 Thread Mike
Dude! Your new Ebisu is really really nice. Congratulations. --mike On Mar 30, 11:06 am, franklyn wrote: > Hi, > > Reluctantly, I am putting my Romulus up for sale. I just took delivery > on a new frameset, which though is different from the Romulus, covers > the ways I use the

[RBW] Re: Getting Close!!!

2009-03-31 Thread Mike
bike once it arrives. I noticed the other day that they put up some pictures of new custom Rivs on their website. --mike On Mar 31, 10:02 am, Brad wrote: > Well, it's finally going to happen. I just got Grant's design for my > custom Riv. and I'm beside myself with anticipati

[RBW] Re: my new Bomb

2009-03-31 Thread Mike
Dmolloy, you got any pictures posted of your ride? That sounds epic. And on a Rivendell no less. --mike On Mar 31, 1:47 pm, dmolloy wrote: > It's a great bike, I rode a prototype on the entire Great Divide > Mountain Bike Route and put it through absolute torture with no ill >

[RBW] Re: Online Rivendell-ish Resources

2009-04-01 Thread Mike
Don't forget the Rivendell Flickr page! --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ 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,

[RBW] Re: Silver shifter questions

2009-04-05 Thread Mike
My Rambouillet has DT Silver shifters and ghost shifts now and then. Is it frame flex or a just a slightly miss aligned shift? I don't know. It happens. I have cranked down on the d-rings. I have absolutely no problems with ghost shifts on my Hilsen which has BE Silver shifters. Still, I like fric

[RBW] Re: my new Bomb

2009-04-05 Thread Mike
Hey Dmolloy, thanks for posting those pictures. Epic. When I had time and opportunity to tour I had no desire, now that I want to tour I can't. Oh well, I still get to ride my bike a ton. One day... --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are sub

[RBW] Re: Wool Cycling Hat

2009-04-05 Thread Mike
Hey Bill, like someone else mentioned contact RP directly. http://www.rainypeakcyclery.com/?page_id=88 --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to rb

[RBW] Rear wheel installation on Homer

2009-04-07 Thread Mike
s a pain. Maybe I'll post a photo later. I've never really had this problem before. --mike --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this gr

[RBW] Re: Rear wheel installation on Homer

2009-04-07 Thread Mike
rame. Off for a ride now. --mike On Apr 7, 8:53 am, Seth Vidal wrote: > On Tue, Apr 7, 2009 at 11:49 AM, Joe Bartoe wrote: > > Hi Mike- > > > Make sure you shift into the smallest cog in the rear before you remove  the > > wheel. This makes it easier to take out and re-in

[RBW] Re: Rear wheel installation on Homer

2009-04-07 Thread Mike
h the thickness of the material around where the RD mounts on to the frame or what. It's odd but I figured I'd post about it and see if other Homer owners had a similar issue. On Apr 7, 8:53 am, Seth Vidal wrote: > On Tue, Apr 7, 2009 at 11:49 AM, Joe Bartoe wrote: > > Hi Mi

[RBW] Re: Rear wheel installation on Homer

2009-04-07 Thread Mike
I got a flat and a friend who was a seasoned rider gave me the run down on how to change a flat. I actually helped some senior women cyclist out today with a flat. --mike On Apr 7, 12:00 pm, CycloFiend wrote: > on 4/7/09 8:17 AM, Mike at mjawn...@gmail.com wrote: > > > I was just chang

[RBW] Re: Staff Bikes

2009-04-10 Thread Mike
age of the website. --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 unsubscribe from this group, send

[RBW] Three Capes 300k

2009-04-12 Thread Mike
ride. The Hislen performed well as did the new set of Jack Brown blues (ie, no flats). Here are some photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/41335...@n00/sets/72157616581544665/ --mike --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Re: Three Capes 300k

2009-04-12 Thread Mike
30 am, David Estes wrote: > Mike, how did you "suffer" more, and what do you think the cause of that > was? > > DE > > > > On Sun, Apr 12, 2009 at 10:24 AM, Mike wrote: > > > Yesterday I did the Three Capes 300k brevet for the second year in a > > row.

[RBW] Re: Things you love about RBW and things that make you groan

2009-04-12 Thread Mike
Brown tires are great. I have no gripes other than I'd love it if they did another batch of Woolistic Rivendell jerseys, bring back the Rommulus or Rambouillet, and bring back the Little Joe bag. --mike On Apr 12, 2:19 pm, Gino Zahnd wrote: > Heh. I took my (22.5lb) Rambouillet for a h

[RBW] Re: Three Capes 300k

2009-04-13 Thread Mike
> > http://www.rusa.org/brvreg.html > > --Eric > campyonly...@me.comwww.campyonly.comwww.wheelsnorth.org > > On Apr 12, 2009, at 9:32 PM, David Estes wrote: > > > Thanks for the link!  I love reading rando reports (living   > > vicariously).  Glad you made i

[RBW] Re: things I like about Rivendell (ride report hijack)

2009-04-13 Thread Mike
Agreed. On Apr 13, 6:16 pm, Gino Zahnd wrote: > A) There are tons of blogs on the web with comments turned off. > B) Can you fathom the vitriol and time waste that would occur if Rivendell > allowed comments there? They'd have to hire someone just to manage the blog. > :-) > > News section != bl

[RBW] Re: Things you love about RBW and things that make you groan

2009-04-14 Thread Mike
Grant's personal bikes are the epitomy of beausage. http://www.rivbike.com/products/list/bicycle_models#product=50-998 Hopefully the link will work and take you to the picture of Grant's AHH. That bike looks so perfect. Also check this old shot of his Saluki. Be sure to scroll down to the bottom

[RBW] Re: noodle bars

2009-04-17 Thread Mike
I have 46cm Noodle bars on both my Rivs and another pair laying around. If I were to go on a long tour or set up an off-road bike with them I'd go with the 48s. They are great handlebars and, like others, I can't say enough good things about them. --mike On Apr 17, 6:20 am, tdu

[RBW] Re: looking for a fast bike, where should I go.

2009-04-18 Thread Mike
Mercian. Their Audux frame. --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 unsubscribe from

[RBW] Re: My New-To-Me Atlantis

2009-04-19 Thread Mike
You're stoked. Nice bike. On Apr 18, 3:37 pm, Ken Yokanovich wrote: > Thanks to Karl M for the link to an Atlantis for sale on Craigslist in > Austin, TX... He posted the message and I didn't hesitate... I am the > proud new owner!  It arrived last week and I finished putting it > together on Tu

[RBW] bike touring pictures

2009-04-20 Thread Mike
ciate what's going in them. Looking at these pictures really made me think of things I associate with Rivendell. I hope you'll all enjoy them as much as I did. http://www.flickr.com/photos/hammarhead/ --mike --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message

[RBW] Re: Convert 10 speed to 9 speed? (Silver Bar End Shifter Content)

2009-04-21 Thread Mike
Go with Jim T's or Steve's suggestion. Both my Rivs have 8 speed cassettes (SRAM work best) and Silver shifters (DT and BE) and they work great. The BE shifters are exceptionally pleasant to operate. --mike "who will soon be heading out for an epic ride on his Hilsen on an exce

[RBW] Weird CL post

2009-04-24 Thread Mike
I don't check CL often but this morning was just looking around to see what's listed and noticed this. Weird. http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/bik/1137714051.html --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RB

[RBW] Re: Weird CL post

2009-04-24 Thread Mike
flag this as Spam ASAP! > >   - Original Message - >   From: Mike >   To: RBW Owners Bunch >   Sent: Friday, April 24, 2009 7:13 AM >   Subject: [RBW] Weird CL post > >   I don't check CL often but this morning was just looking around to see >   what's listed

[RBW] Re: Weird CL post

2009-04-24 Thread Mike
>    interests > > >  [image: image 1137714051-0] > > >   PostingID: 1137714051 > > > On 4/24/09, Gino Zahnd wrote: > > >> What was the posting? Sounds fun! > > >> And yes, given my location in Chico, it's pretty easy to meet folks from >

[RBW] Re: Okay, now I'm really jealous

2009-04-29 Thread Mike
All three builds look great. I'm surprised that I like the one with the moustache bars. Thanks Eric for pointing out the new pictures. --mike --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bu

[RBW] Re: first brevet

2009-05-04 Thread Mike
t morning I'll be looking forward to it. --mike On May 4, 7:21 am, Patrick in VT wrote: > uff-da!  a 12 hour 200k.  with wind, serious bonus miles and a very > unfortunate accident.  that's a rough day out, physically and mentally > (the dog thing would have really shaken

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