[RBW] FS: 52cm Bombadil Complete

2011-03-30 Thread williwoods
Man this is really tough, not at all what I want to do, I love this Bike. I have some serious unexpected expenses that have forced me to make some tough decisions. Hence this is going up for sale. I am the 3rd Owner of this Frame, Fork and Wheels. They were barely used by the first owner and the

[RBW] Re: FS: 52cm Bombadil Frame & Fork

2011-04-20 Thread williwoods
buy another FF, so I can build it back similar. Will On Mar 30, 11:19 am, williwoods wrote: > Man this is really tough, not at all what I want to do, I love this > Bike. > > I have some serious unexpected expenses that have forced me to make > some tough decisions. Hence this is going

[RBW] Re: FS: 52cm Bombadil Frame & Fork

2011-04-21 Thread williwoods
Offers on F&F? I need to sell asap, I will consider reasonable offers. These were $2500 new dont be shy, Im in a wheeling and dealing sorta mood. On Apr 20, 7:34 am, williwoods wrote: > Decided to part with the Frame & Fork only at this point. I may decide > to sell some of the p

[RBW] Re: FS: 52cm Bombadil Frame & Fork

2011-04-22 Thread williwoods
How about $1400 shipped? Anyone, Bueller? Will On Apr 21, 8:10 am, williwoods wrote: > Offers on F&F? I need to sell asap, I will consider reasonable offers. > These were $2500 new > > dont be shy, Im in a wheeling and dealing sorta mood. > > On Apr 20, 7:34

[RBW] Re: FS: 52cm Bombadil Frame & Fork

2011-04-22 Thread williwoods
$1400 Shipped? as much as I would rather keep her, im motivated to sell. On Apr 21, 8:10 am, williwoods wrote: > Offers on F&F? I need to sell asap, I will consider reasonable offers. > These were $2500 new > > dont be shy, Im in a wheeling and dealing sorta mood. > &

[RBW] FS: 52cm Bombadil Frame & Fork another $$ drop

2011-04-22 Thread williwoods
Frame and Fork for $1300? or best offer. I think thats a very fair price, if im off my rocker please let me know. very much need the $$ and would rather someone on here ends up with it. Hell, maybe I could buy it back eventually..lol. On Apr 22, 8:23 am, williwoods wrote: > $1400 Ship

[RBW] Re: FS: 52cm Bombadil Frame & Fork another $$ drop

2011-04-22 Thread williwoods
Frame and Fork for $1300 shipped? or best offer. I think thats a very fair price, if im off my rocker please let me know. Need the money this weekend. I would rather it went to someone on here. Hell, maybe I could buy it back eventually, lol. On Apr 22, 8:23 am, williwoods wrote: > $1

[RBW] FS: Pashley Tube Rider double scoop complete bike

2011-04-22 Thread williwoods
I have this gorgeous Pashley Tube Rider Double Scoop in Pink/ Tourquoise Upgrades include: Nitto Periscopa stem, Nitto bars, mks touring pedals, shimano brake levers, cork grips, a suntour thumbshifter used in friction mode, and basket. I have the original twist shifter and grips as well as the o

[RBW] Re: FS: Pashley Tube Rider double scoop complete bike

2011-04-23 Thread williwoods
I am lowering the price to $550 shipped. Dont think I can go much lower than that, On Apr 22, 6:27 pm, williwoods wrote: > I have this gorgeous Pashley Tube Rider Double Scoop in Pink/ > Tourquoise > > Upgrades include: Nitto Periscopa stem, Nitto bars, mks touring > pedals

[RBW] FS: 52cm Bombadil F&F one last $$ drop

2011-04-24 Thread williwoods
If you can pay today (paypal) I will do $1100 shipped. cant believe im going this low. Desperate measures.. this sucks. Will On Apr 22, 3:50 pm, williwoods wrote: > Frame and Fork for $1300 shipped? or best offer. > > I think thats a very fair price, if im off my rocker plea

[RBW] Re: FS: Pashley Tube Rider double scoop complete bike

2011-04-25 Thread williwoods
$500 shipped. On Apr 23, 1:15 pm, williwoods wrote: >  I am lowering the price to $550 shipped. > > Dont think I can go much lower than that, > > On Apr 22, 6:27 pm, williwoods wrote: > > > > > I have this gorgeous Pashley Tube Rider Double Scoop in Pink/ > &g

[RBW] Re: FS: 52cm Bombadil F&F one last $$ drop

2011-04-25 Thread williwoods
$1100 shipped, just a bump. let me know if this is irritating. I dont want to clog up RBW with this FS stuff, but need to make $$ too. The space IS much appreciated. On Apr 24, 9:45 am, williwoods wrote: > If you can pay today (paypal) I will do $1100 shipped. > > cant believe im g

[RBW] Re: FS: 52cm Bombadil F&F one last $$ drop

2011-04-26 Thread williwoods
sorry to keep doing this..but its still for sale. $1100 shipped thanks for your time. On Apr 25, 8:16 am, williwoods wrote: > $1100 shipped, just a bump. > > let me know if this is irritating. I dont want to clog up RBW with > this FS stuff, but need to make $$ too. > >

[RBW] Re: FS: Pashley Tube Rider double scoop complete bike

2011-04-26 Thread williwoods
Still for sale bump. and thank you! On Apr 25, 8:11 am, williwoods wrote: > $500 shipped. > > On Apr 23, 1:15 pm, williwoods wrote: > > > > >  I am lowering the price to $550 shipped. > > > Dont think I can go much lower than that, > > > On Apr 22,

[RBW] Re: FS: Pashley Tube Rider double scoop complete bike

2011-04-27 Thread williwoods
ey may be a little big for her. Can you give me an idea > of the sizing?  What's the standover, the effective top tube?  Or, how > tall a rider was it set up for in the pictures? > > Thanks, > > Bill Mennuti > > On Apr 26, 4:01 pm, williwoods wrote: > > > >

[RBW] Re: FS: Pashley Tube Rider double scoop complete bike

2011-05-04 Thread williwoods
Hey Guys Again a little bump. Price is still $625 shipped anywhere in the lower 48. Shipped via UPS the shipping will be at least $80 fyi. On Apr 27, 10:49 am, williwoods wrote: > From thePashleywebsite: > > One size suits riders with inside leg measurement of 28" - 34" >

[RBW] FS: Pashley Tube Rider Complete Bike, new post

2011-05-05 Thread williwoods
I have this gorgeous Pashley Tube Rider Double Scoop in Pink/ Tourquoise Upgrades include: Nitto Periscopa stem, Nitto bars, mks touring pedals, shimano brake levers, cork grips, a suntour thumbshifter used in friction mode, and basket. I have the original twist shifter and grips as well as the o

[RBW] Re: which pedals are these?

2011-05-05 Thread williwoods
not exactly the same but close http://store.velo-orange.com/index.php/components/pedals/vo-city-pedals-sealed-bearing-228g-pr.html Looks like they are MKS fancy touring pedals based off of the pics on the grip king page on Riv's site. On May 5, 6:48 pm, Lemon wrote: > at the 02:47 mark, you

[RBW] Re: FS: Pashley Tube Rider Complete Bike, new post

2011-05-09 Thread williwoods
Still for sale! Make me an offer. On May 5, 6:52 pm, williwoods wrote: > I have this gorgeousPashleyTube Rider Double Scoop in Pink/ > Tourquoise > > Upgrades include: Nitto Periscopa stem, Nitto bars, mks touring > pedals, shimano brake levers, cork grips, a suntour thumbsh

[RBW] Re: FS: Pashley Tube Rider Complete Bike, new post

2011-05-11 Thread williwoods
$500 plus actual shipping. I really need this gone. It was almost sold at one point. I am still trying to avoid having to sell my Bombadil. Help! On May 9, 3:28 pm, williwoods wrote: > Still for sale! Make me an offer. > > On May 5, 6:52 pm, williwoods wrote: > > &g

[RBW] FS: 52cm Bombadil Complete or Frame & Fork

2011-05-12 Thread williwoods
Still on the chopping block unfortunately I am the 3rd Owner of this Frame, Fork and Wheels. They were barely used by the first owner and the 2nd owner never even finished building it back up, so practically speaking I am the 2nd owner to ride the bike, although it looks like the 1st own

[RBW] Re: FS: Pashley Tube Rider Complete Bike, new post

2011-05-12 Thread williwoods
If you pay today I will take $400 plus actual shipping. On May 11, 12:55 pm, williwoods wrote: > $500 plus actual shipping. I really need this gone. It was almost sold > at one point. I am still trying to avoid having to sell my Bombadil. > > Help! > > On May 9, 3:28 pm,

[RBW] Re: FS: Pashley Tube Rider Complete Bike, new post

2011-05-12 Thread williwoods
If you pay today I will take $425 plus actual shipping. On May 11, 12:55 pm, williwoods wrote: > $500 plus actual shipping. I really need this gone. It was almost sold > at one point. I am still trying to avoid having to sell my Bombadil. > > Help! > > On May 9, 3:28 pm,

[RBW] Re: FS: 52cm Bombadil Complete or Frame & Fork

2011-05-13 Thread williwoods
Frame & Fork Sold. I will now take offers on parts. Some of the parts I will be keeping though. On May 12, 1:11 pm, williwoods wrote: > Still on the chopping block unfortunately > > I am the 3rd Owner of this Frame, Fork and Wheels. They were barely > used by the fir

[RBW] FS: Parts I am selling from Bombadil

2011-05-13 Thread williwoods
Cages: Nitto R and Electra/Nitto knockoff cage $50 for Nitto $15 for Electra Stem: Specialized/Nitto Dirt Drop $20 Bars: Sycip Singles Bar $25 Shifters: Shimano 8 speed and Paul mounts mounted upside down. $80 (recently switched to silver mounts) Brakes: Shimano XT High Profile and VO Hangers $30

[RBW] Re: FS: Parts I am selling from Bombadil

2011-05-13 Thread williwoods
Shipping is not included for these items. btw. On May 13, 12:01 pm, williwoods wrote: > Cages: Nitto R and Electra/Nitto knockoff cage $50 for Nitto $15 for > Electra > Stem: Specialized/Nitto Dirt Drop $20 > Bars: Sycip Singles Bar $25 > Shifters: Shimano 8 speed and Paul

[RBW] Re: FS: Parts I am selling from Bombadil

2011-05-13 Thread williwoods
You can have the wheels, all the other parts are sold that you were after. On May 13, 12:50 pm, RJM wrote: > I will take the wheels, bar, shifters and thumbies. > > On May 13, 2:01 pm, williwoods wrote: > > > > > Cages: Nitto R and Electra/Nitto knockoff cage $50 for N

[RBW] Re: FS: Parts I am selling from Bombadil

2011-05-13 Thread williwoods
Stem, Bars and shifters are sold. waiting to hear back about the wheels from RJM On May 13, 3:06 pm, williwoods wrote: > You can have the wheels, all the other parts are sold that you were > after. > > On May 13, 12:50 pm, RJM wrote: > > > > > I will take the wheels,

[RBW] Re: FS: Parts I am selling from Bombadil

2011-05-16 Thread williwoods
to but decided to pass along. Headset: Cane Creek Classic 100 1" $70 Saddle: Brooks B-17 Special $90 Rear Der: Shimano Ultegra High normal $75 Pedals: Suntour Superbe Pro. $55 Toe Clips: MKS L Half clips with leather. $15 Fenders: VO Zeppelin 55mm $25 On May 13, 3:08 pm, williwoods

[RBW] Re: FS: Parts I am selling from Bombadil

2011-05-16 Thread williwoods
Oops I also forgot to list the BB. Its an Interloc Racing BB. 68x? $20 worked perfectly with the cranks on my Riv. Once I start disassembling the bike this weekend I will post what the actual measurements are on the BB. Will On May 16, 4:22 pm, williwoods wrote: > Here is what is st

[RBW] Re: FS: Parts I am selling from Bombadil

2011-05-17 Thread williwoods
I have had alot of quetions in regards to pics. here they are: http://www.flickr.com/photos/willhrtn/sets/72157625721858877/ The fenders are sold everything else is available. On May 16, 4:41 pm, williwoods wrote: > Oops I also forgot to list the BB. Its an Interloc Racing BB. 68x?

[RBW] Re: How to remove black anodizing from aluminum handlebars?

2011-05-17 Thread williwoods
Very easy...Draino liquid gel. takes about 30 minutes to soak and then hose it off. You dont want to let it soak more than an hour or 2 though. I did this to a black ano chainring and it looked factory matte silver when I was done. I had to gently scrub it a little and did it in 3 passes, soak,

[RBW] Re: How to remove black anodizing from aluminum handlebars?

2011-05-18 Thread williwoods
I doubt that short (30minute) dips would do anything bad. I have never had a problem with pitting even after an hour soaking in draino gel. While I have never done handlebars, I have done chainrings, brake levers, cranksets and frames, etc..never had a problem. I wouldn't hesitate doing a handl

[RBW] Re: How to remove black anodizing from aluminum handlebars?

2011-05-18 Thread williwoods
ort if you do your bars. On May 18, 10:48 am, williwoods wrote: > I doubt that short (30minute) dips would do anything bad. I have never > had a problem with pitting even after an hour soaking in draino gel. > While I have never done handlebars, I have done chainrings, brake > levers

[RBW] Re: FS: Pashley Tube Rider Complete Bike, new post

2011-05-19 Thread williwoods
no one wants this? $375? On May 12, 1:14 pm, williwoods wrote: > If you pay today I will take $425 plus actual shipping. > > On May 11, 12:55 pm, williwoods wrote: > > > > > $500 plus actual shipping. I really need this gone. It was almost sold > > at one poi

[RBW] Re: FS: Parts I am selling from Bombadil

2011-05-19 Thread williwoods
High normal $65 Pedals: Suntour Superbe Pro. $50 Toe Clips: MKS L Half clips with leather. $10 On May 17, 11:46 am, williwoods wrote: > I have had alot of quetions in regards to pics. > > here they are: > > http://www.flickr.com/photos/willhrtn/sets/72157625721858877/ > > The f

[RBW] FS: Parts

2011-05-23 Thread williwoods
Cages: Nitto R and Electra/Nitto knockoff cage $40 for Nitto $10 for Electra Front Der: Shimano Ultegra $20 BB: IRD sealed 68x113 $15 Headset: Cane Creek Classic 100 1" $70 Rear Der: Shimano Ultegra High normal $65 Crank arms: Stronglight 170mm no rings $35 http://www.flickr.com/photos/willhrtn/s

[RBW] Re: FS: Pashley Tube Rider Complete Bike, new post

2011-05-23 Thread williwoods
$400 plus shipping. it's still here...sadly On May 12, 1:14 pm, williwoods wrote: > If you pay today I will take $425 plus actual shipping. > > On May 11, 12:55 pm, williwoods wrote: > > > > > $500 plus actual shipping. I really need this gone. It was almos

[RBW] Re: FS: Parts

2011-05-24 Thread williwoods
used. has a little scratch on it from the BB cable guide mounting bolt. other than that its incredibly butter smooth. Only used about 400 miles or so. On May 24, 9:18 am, doug peterson wrote: > Is the BB new? > > dougP > > On May 23, 12:57 pm, williwoods wrote: > > >

[RBW] Re: Sulphur Mtn Ride Report

2011-05-26 Thread williwoods
Sulpher Mtn Road. My old stomping ground. I pretty much grew up riding that. Sadly I have had to move south to LA. I miss Ojai alot. great pictures and nice write-up. will On May 26, 9:42 am, doug peterson wrote: > Rob: > > That was a great ride we did last year.  Ojai is perfectly located for

[RBW] Re: FS: Parts I am selling from Bombadil

2011-06-03 Thread williwoods
near brand new. $55 On May 19, 11:56 am, "Allingham II, Thomas J" wrote: > Will:  I'll take the Brooks.  E-mail me > > > > -Original Message- > From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com > [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of williwoods &g

[RBW] WTT : I have black Paul thumbie mounts, would like to trade for silver.

2010-11-15 Thread williwoods
Thats right folks. In my quest to rid my bike of anything ano black... let me know Will willh...@yahoo.com -- 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 uns

[RBW] Re: WTT : I have black Paul thumbie mounts, would like to trade for silver.

2010-11-16 Thread williwoods
always sell and buy, or buy,stash,hoard, and sell > later. > > On Nov 15, 3:51 pm, williwoods wrote: > > > > > Thats right folks. > > > In my quest to rid my bike of anything ano black... > > > let me know > > > Will > > > willh...@ya

[RBW] Re: WTT : I have black Paul thumbie mounts, would like to trade for silver.

2010-11-16 Thread williwoods
Thanks guys for the tips... I am familiar with de-anoing parts but thought it would be a real shame to remove the anodizing if someone really needs black but only has silver. I suppose I could buy silver and then sell too.. oh well was just looking for the easy way. Will On Nov 16, 6:07 am,

[RBW] Re: Birthday Day

2010-11-18 Thread williwoods
Happy Birthday. Thanks for sharing the pics. Those are great, good motivation for me, I need to go on my first bike camping road trip. Looks like a lot of fun. Will On Nov 18, 6:32 am, james wrote: > Hey all, > > Today is my birthday, and in an old tradition of sharing with others > on your bir

[RBW] Custom Stem? Who makes a worthy one for my Bombadil

2010-11-22 Thread williwoods
Hey guys. So I am having a bit of a dilema. Been riding my Bullmoose bars all week and my hands just arent agreeing with these. I am going to run either Porteur bars or Albatross or something similar with not a whole lot of rise not drop bars. There arent a whole lot of options these days as far

[RBW] Re: Custom Stem? Who makes a worthy one for my Bombadil

2010-11-22 Thread williwoods
The Ideal stem would be a Lugged quill Nitto stem with rise at least 80mm. I will check out Rick Hunter. thanks for the tip folks. Will -- 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...@g

[RBW] Re: 47 cm Atlantis finds new home

2010-11-22 Thread williwoods
I almost bought this bike just cause the price seemed soo right. It would have been a bit small for my wife, I would have just flipped the frame and bought a correct sized one. Glad I held off cause seems like it worked out perfect for you. It was crazy that it was on CL for so long at that crazy

[RBW] Re: Custom Stem? Who makes a worthy one for my Bombadil

2010-11-22 Thread williwoods
; the custom you want.  You'll easily be able to sell a used dirt drop > to one of us for between half and 75% of retail. > > On Nov 22, 6:51 pm, williwoods wrote: > > > > > Hey guys. So I am having a bit of a dilema. Been riding my Bullmoose > > bars all week and m

[RBW] Bombadil Crown Race Diameter?

2010-11-23 Thread williwoods
Hey Guys...I am needing to purchase a new non indexed steering headset. I need to know what the crown race diameter is on my fork. Current headset installed is a tange levin Will -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to t

[RBW] Re: Merino Wool Sweaters

2010-11-24 Thread williwoods
Thanks for the heads up from the original poster. Got some nice wool for riding now. On Nov 23, 7:39 pm, PATRICK MOORE wrote: > I have at least 15 fine, as new (or, as new when bought), > no-moth-holes merino and merino/silk pullovers that cost me a whopping > $4.69 each at Goodwill. Check your t

[RBW] Re: Merino Wool Sweaters

2010-11-28 Thread williwoods
wrote: > Thanks, OP! Picked up 2 quarter-zips @ $20 each. > > We'll see how long they last; I'm not going to handwash as they > recommend. But @$20 each, I'm willing to give it a try. > > Yours, > Thomas Lynn Skean > > On Nov 25, 12:23 am, williwoods wrote:

[RBW] Re: My first new Rivendell (ok Hillborne)

2010-11-29 Thread williwoods
I have to disagree with some of the statements. V-brakes are just easier not to screw up during setup (fewer adjustments, fewer things to setup wrong), thats really the only major advantage, there is a small leverage benefit but canti's have better modulation in general. If you setup Canti's prop

[RBW] Re: My first new Rivendell (ok Hillborne)

2010-11-30 Thread williwoods
; things on the bike, usually neutral at best.  Consider the following: > > > V-brakes:  check > > outboard BB bearings:  check > > threadless headsets:  check > > "compact" frames:  check > > > All these are fine and good, and don't hurt anything,

[RBW] Re: Another Lady and her Riv

2010-11-30 Thread williwoods
Right on Lee. I was after this bike as well. Glad it found a good home though. On Nov 29, 10:17 pm, Lee wrote: > In the vein of Doug's "A Lady and Her Atlantis" post, I did a little > jaunt around the city with a friend of mine and her new-to-her > Bleriot. The bike was the one that Gino posted o

[RBW] Re: Another Lady and her Riv

2010-12-01 Thread williwoods
enthusiastic cyclist! Will On Dec 1, 2:39 pm, doug peterson wrote: > Lee: > > Thanks for the info.  Those bars look so cool I may just get a set for > "someday". > > doug > > On Dec 1, 9:27 am, Lee wrote: > > > > > Sorry about the quick snatch of the Bler

[RBW] FS: Bullmoose bars, Canti Brakes, Levers, Stems, Cassette, Drop Bolts, Stronglight and more...

2010-12-05 Thread williwoods
My first for sale post here, but I have sold many items on other websites, I hate ebay. Anyway the prices are not shipped but I am very reasonable, shipping for most items is only $5 if its under a pound and is a relatively small item. The Bullmoose bars will be $14 to ship anything else will be c

[RBW] Re: FS: Bullmoose bars, Canti Brakes, Levers, Stems, Cassette, Drop Bolts, Stronglight and more...

2010-12-05 Thread williwoods
; > > > On Sun, Dec 5, 2010 at 12:12 PM, williwoods wrote: > > My first for sale post here, but I have sold many items on other > > websites, I hate ebay. > > > Anyway the prices are not shipped but I am very reasonable, shipping > > for most items is only $5 if it

[RBW] Re: FS: Bullmoose bars, Canti Brakes, Levers, Stems, Cassette, Drop Bolts, Stronglight and more...

2010-12-05 Thread williwoods
new list here is the list: Stronglight 49D cranks skipooth ring. 170mm. this is a very clean crankset, $80 World Class Ti BB One of the cups is mismatched but will work fine. maybe you have a cup you can use many will fit. Spins super smooth $old Shimano 36 ring 110 bolt spacing $5 nice qua

[RBW] Re: Hunqapillars?

2010-12-06 Thread williwoods
Hold on a sec folks... can anyone tell me where to find this rack? http://www.flickr.com/photos/54529...@n07/5049297963/in/pool-1358...@n23/ who makes it? I want one. On Dec 5, 10:45 am, erik jensen wrote: > Thanks! > > They're WTB prowlers, which seem to work just fine for the terrain aro

[RBW] Re: FS: Bullmoose bars, Canti Brakes, Levers, Stems, Cassette, Drop Bolts, Stronglight and more...

2010-12-06 Thread williwoods
BTW I would love to trade any of the parts I have left for a Nitto Mini Rack or maybe some 650B fenders. I am also looking for some TA Pro Vis cranks or a 46/30 ta chainring set. On Dec 5, 10:42 pm, williwoods wrote: > new list > > here is the list: > Stronglight 49D cranks >

[RBW] Re: FS: Bullmoose bars, Canti Brakes, Levers, Stems, Cassette, Drop Bolts, Stronglight and more...

2010-12-06 Thread williwoods
e off my quickbeam crankset used gently. $old Caramba anti-noodles $15 Travel agent used $10 On Dec 6, 2:33 pm, williwoods wrote: > BTW I would love to trade any of the parts I have left for a Nitto > Mini Rack or maybe some 650B fenders. > > I am also looking for some TA Pro Vis cra

[RBW] Re: FS: Garage Sale Nitto, Brooks, Phil Wood goodies...

2010-12-07 Thread williwoods
Can I get the width on the Jitensha bar? On Dec 7, 11:06 am, Rocky B wrote: > Greetings Everyone, > > Below are some spare bike stuff that I no longer need and have decided > to sell. > > **Nishiki Custom Sport Mixte Frameset.  Seattube = 54cm (ctt) Top Tube > = 53.5cm (ctc).  Rear Spacing =  12

[RBW] Re: Who makes inexpensive custom quill stems?

2010-12-07 Thread williwoods
http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch/browse_thread/thread/d72d7a8ad53f7d06 here are the answers I got when I asked this a few weeks ago. there are a number of folks that can do it. I ended up finding something non- custom that works and that I am happy with. I will be posting pics soon

[RBW] Re: Who makes inexpensive custom quill stems?

2010-12-07 Thread williwoods
oh btw lovely bike with one of my favorite gaudy 90's paintjobs, I think the color is wonderful and really like the build you put together. I would jump at the chance to buy one of those. I also like some of the other 700c "performance hybrids" from the 90's like the Bianchi Project 5 and 7's, Klei

[RBW] Re: San Diego Bike Rental

2010-12-07 Thread williwoods
He should! Classy operation. On Dec 7, 7:55 pm, Eric Norris wrote: > Does Velo Cult rent bikes? > > --Eric N > > On Dec 7, 2010, at 7:44 PM, doug peterson wrote: > > > > > +1 for Synaptic.  The rentals are top of the line CF but think about > > it this way:  sort of like renting a Corvette when

[RBW] Re: Cork Grips

2010-12-10 Thread williwoods
yup I confirm it would not make the bend, the Portuguese cork grips would be pretty cool to cut back into rings and re-glue. On Dec 10, 10:11 am, Seth Vidal wrote: > On Fri, Dec 10, 2010 at 1:09 PM, George Schick wrote: > > How "flexible" are cork grips?  Reason I ask is because I'd like to > >

[RBW] Re: WTT: Paul V brake levers trade for a front rack or 650b 50/52mm alloy fenders

2010-12-14 Thread williwoods
Here are some other small things I have for trade. Nothing really exciting im sure...just giving it a shot anyway. I would also be ok with a straight purchase for any of the items listed above. http://www.flickr.com/photos/willhrtn/sets/72157624080877652/ Will On Dec 14, 3:02 pm, williwoods

[RBW] WTT: Paul V brake levers trade for a front rack or 650b 50/52mm alloy fenders

2010-12-14 Thread williwoods
Basically I need to finish my bombadil and need fenders a front rack and some bags. I have: Paul V brake levers in silver 22.2 clamps diameter. Barely used slightly older model. I also have a 32 hole rear Bullseye hub in the patriot colors. Or I also have a pair of MKS touring pedals with soma

[RBW] Re: WTT: Paul V brake levers trade for a front rack or 650b 50/52mm alloy fenders

2010-12-14 Thread williwoods
Here are some other small things I have for trade. Nothing really exciting im sure...just giving it a shot anyway. I would also be ok with a straight purchase. Will On Dec 14, 3:02 pm, williwoods wrote: > Basically I need to finish my bombadil and need fenders a front rack > and som

[RBW] Re: WTT: Paul V brake levers trade for a front rack or 650b 50/52mm alloy fenders

2010-12-14 Thread williwoods
ok I guess a marks rack would work as long as it has those mounting brackets. Funny I have never seen one mounted like that before with the mounts for the fork crown. Will On Dec 14, 4:48 pm, Marty wrote: > Just curious - why no Mark's Rack? I used one on my Bombadil, and it > worked great. The

[RBW] Re: SimpleOne News...

2010-12-16 Thread williwoods
no Canti Mounts? That kinda sucks. Not the end of the world I just really like canti's Then again im not really in the market for a singlespeed currently anyway. Other than that the rest sounds reasonable. On Dec 16, 7:21 pm, Dan Abelson wrote: > On Thu, Dec 16, 2010 at 9:14 PM, Rocky B wrote:

[RBW] FS: Pacenti Quasi Moto tires, Paul Levers, Touring pedals and just some misc stuff

2010-12-17 Thread williwoods
For sale: Paul Component V brake levers, compact lever blades. Older style adjuster knobs near flawless shape. $75 shipped Pacenti Neo Moto Tires. Used but plenty of life left. great way to try out some real knobbies on your 650b rig. pics coming later. $50 for the pair shipped (tire shipping

[RBW] Re: FS: Pacenti Quasi Moto tires, Paul Levers, Touring pedals and just some misc stuff

2010-12-17 Thread williwoods
orry for the confusion folks the tires are in fact Quasi Moto tires not Neo Moto. On Dec 17, 4:07 pm, williwoods wrote: > For sale: > > Paul Component V brake levers, compact lever blades. Older style > adjuster knobs > > near flawless shape. > > $75 shipped > > Pa

[RBW] Re: 48cm XO-1

2010-12-18 Thread williwoods
damn thats nice! On Dec 17, 9:38 pm, rcnute wrote: > Cool bike for the smaller statured?   > http://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/bik/2118780794.html > > Ryan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email t

[RBW] Re: FS: Pacenti Quasi Moto tires, Paul Levers, Touring pedals and just some misc stuff

2010-12-18 Thread williwoods
Pedals and Tires have sold. waiting on payment for drop bolts. im thinking about keeping the pauls.a potential project just came up for me. On Dec 17, 8:15 pm, williwoods wrote: > orry for the confusion folks the tires are in fact Quasi Moto tires > not Neo Moto. > > On Dec

[RBW] Re: Moment of Arggghhh!

2010-12-20 Thread williwoods
at least you had a stashed replacement. gotta love backup. On Dec 20, 7:36 pm, JoelMatthews wrote: > Last summer I lucked into a very nice set of NOS traditional Campy > brake levers with apparently very supple gum rubber hoods. > > Installing the brake cable tonight, the right side hood slid off

[RBW] Re: Marque-specific Rides

2010-12-28 Thread williwoods
im fairly sure its not unique. I dont hang out at any other marque specific forums, but I have been part of some specific rides such as the vintage mountain bike rides and vintage bmx rides. im sure there is another marque specific ride out there, but the Riv tribe is pretty unique/eccentric. O

[RBW] Re: How to convert a Bike with 1 1/8" headset to a 1" threadset

2010-12-29 Thread williwoods
I vote for option #2 that would seem like the most elegant solution. I have never seen a setup that used 1 1/8th fork with a 1" quill stem, using some kind of an adapter. perhaps something could be fab'd up. unless your married to the fork I would use the King devolution, I guess it comes down to

[RBW] Re: WTB/WTT: Nitto Touring Cage

2011-01-01 Thread williwoods
There is a new option on the horizon. Yesterday I was in a bikeshop that sells cruisers and town/commuter bikes. They carry all the Electra bikes and as part of the Ticino line of bikes they make now, have released a copy of the Nitto Touring Cage, I bought one for $20 and its an identical cop

[RBW] Re: How do you know when tires are worn out?

2011-01-03 Thread williwoods
they are toast when you see the tube sticking out. lol good question, I would like to know as well. On Jan 3, 12:24 pm, Michael Shaljian wrote: > I've had a set of Jack Browns on my Quickbeam since getting it in May > '09, and I've probably got near 2500 miles on them. They seem to ride > just

[RBW] Re: Handlebar Wrap - Why Not Leather?

2011-01-03 Thread williwoods
Hey Bruce fantastic review of various wraps and tapes etc.you just saved me a bunch of $$ and trial and error, time, etc. I was looking at all the ones you listed. Im currently running cloth tape shellacked and was really interested in leather, looks like you get what you pay for with th

[RBW] Re: What Makes the Rivendell

2011-01-07 Thread williwoods
The magician never shares his secrets its a mystery that should never be put into exact words or "it" will be diluted. I think in the industry they call "it" brand mystique "it" is what I love about Rivendell. On Jan 7, 12:06 pm, Kelly Sleeper wrote: > As a new owner and new to this style

[RBW] Re: Electra "Ticino" Bottle Cage

2011-01-07 Thread williwoods
perfect copy of the Nitto cage. and a great substitute if you cant find or hate paying the high price of the nitto cage when they show up (rarely) on ebay. On Jan 7, 5:29 pm, Eric Norris wrote: > Some thoughts on this alternative to Nitto's "R" cage and a link to detailed > photos are on my > b

[RBW] Re: What Makes the Rivendell

2011-01-11 Thread williwoods
On Jan 10, 12:38 pm, Esteban wrote: > I've found that if you follow Riv's sizing > guidelines and part suggestions, then the bike will tempt you to stop > and smell the roses - to ramble and amble and enjoy the scenery.  This > is the case with my 650B Nobilette-built Protovelo. ^ This ^ for

[RBW] New pictures of my Bombadil

2011-01-17 Thread williwoods
Hey Guys, Here are some updated pics of my Bombadil after much tinkering, experimenting and of course plenty of saddle time. Everything functions wonderfully. Swapped out the Bullmoose bars for these Sycip Singles Bar, found my old Specialized branded Dirtdrop stem. This bar is so much more versa

[RBW] Re: New pictures of my Bombadil

2011-01-17 Thread williwoods
soon hopefully, not much dirt in my area. On Jan 17, 8:14 pm, rcnute wrote: > Only missing one thing--dirt! > > Ryan > > On Jan 17, 4:33 pm, Rob Harrison wrote: > > > > > That is a handsome bike! > > > Rob in Seattle > > > On Jan 17, 2011

[RBW] Re: New pictures of my Bombadil

2011-01-18 Thread williwoods
re it had to do with the fixed rear-upward > angle." > > How about flexibility of the Singles Bars?  I speced a pair for a > custom.  They look great but there is enough give in them I am > wondering if perhaps Albatross bars would be a better choice. > > On Jan 17,

[RBW] Re: Shoes

2011-01-18 Thread williwoods
no but they look pretty sweet. On Jan 18, 10:59 am, Bruce Baker wrote: > Hey has anyone any experience with these bicycling > shoes??http://www.quocpham.com/products/index.html > Bruce -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To po

[RBW] Is the light surface rust on the clear powdered Riv's a long term problem?

2011-01-19 Thread williwoods
st, it wll become an issue." On Jan 18, 10:39 am, williwoods wrote: > I havent tried the Albatross bars. To me the Singles Bar is comfy. You > would have to do a side by side comparison. I ride with gloves and am > comfy for 15 miles plus no problem. I havent really ridden it muc

[RBW] Re: Is the light surface rust on the clear powdered Riv's a long term problem?

2011-01-20 Thread williwoods
Thanks Jim I just looking for a consensus. I agree im gonna ride the snot out of it, and use my pics as a reference. Im guessing it will be fine for a long time, but will keep an eye out in the meantime. On Jan 20, 10:02 am, CycloFiend wrote: > on 1/19/11 11:56 AM, williwoods at wi

[RBW] Re: (Dumb) Mark's Rack Installation Question

2011-01-20 Thread williwoods
Which canti brakes do you have? Low profile or high profile? integrated straddle hangers suck for this reason alone. integrated hangers were made for ease of assembly not for flexibility in setup. Get a non integrated straddle hanger or if you have low profile brakes go with high profile brakes wh

[RBW] Re: (Dumb) Mark's Rack Installation Question

2011-01-20 Thread williwoods
I have a hardware store near me that stocks a LARGE selection of metric stainless steel fasteners. Its one of those Mom & Pop kinds of places thats not the most visible that only the hardcore locals seem to know about thats also been around for ages. call any hardware store near you and ask who lo

[RBW] Wanted: Saluki, Sam Hillborne or Bombadil complete bike or frame only

2010-11-09 Thread williwoods
This is my first post here and looking forward to riding a Rivendell soon. This would actually be my first practical bike. Looking to purchase a Saluki or a Sam Hillborne or maybe a Bombadil. preference in that order. I would prefer to purchase a complete bike but am open to frame and fork sets`

[RBW] Re: Wanted: Saluki, Sam Hillborne or Bombadil complete bike or frame only

2010-11-10 Thread williwoods
eight--my PBH is a smidgen higher than yours but I'm only 5'7". > > Steve > > > > -Original Message- > From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com > > [mailto:rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com]on Behalf Of williwoods > Sent: Tuesday, November 09, 2

[RBW] Got Rivendell Bombadil

2010-11-15 Thread williwoods
I am very stoked Found this locally about 3 miles from my place. Bought it without a seat or rear derailleur. Replaced a few parts including new cables and housing swapped brakes, removed a few links from the chain. Rode a few times this weekend. Although my ass is sore from the new Brooks B17 spe

[RBW] FS: A few leftovers....Dura Ace Hubs and Cane Creek 100 Headset

2011-08-19 Thread williwoods
Hey Guys Dura Ace 7403 32 hole Hubs. Front hub could use a rebuild. It turns smooth just not quite as smooth as the rear which spins butter smooth. This accepts a regular HG cassette. $40 shipped. http://www.flickr.com/photos/willhrtn/5269380619/in/set-72157624080877652 Cane Creek Classic 100 H

[RBW] Re: FS: A few leftovers....Dura Ace Hubs and Cane Creek 100 Headset

2011-08-19 Thread williwoods
yup forgot about the truncation part. its supposed to keep us safelol headset is sold thank you will On Aug 19, 2:49 pm, Greg J wrote: > Will, I'll take the headset.  I can't get your email from your post, it's > truncated. > > best, Greg -- You received this message because you are subs

[RBW] FS: Parting it out

2011-10-10 Thread williwoods
Hey Guys I have this bike I am parting out. It has a near complete Dura Ace 7700 Group. The parts in very good shape, everything works flawlessly. There are very minor surface scuffs from use. Nothing was abused. I am only listing the parts. The Frame and fork are also available if you like or any

[RBW] Re: FS: Parting it out

2011-10-13 Thread williwoods
adset silver - $65 Ultegra 6610 pedals - $20 (not shown) Get it all for: $300 shipped here is a link to pics: http://www.flickr.com/photos/willhrtn/sets/72157627740052883/ On Oct 10, 1:51 pm, williwoods wrote: > Hey Guys > > I have this bike I am parting out. It has a near complete D

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