[RBW] Re: Bicycle Fixation - Stitching the River ride
photographic evidence:http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/sets/72157623944953353/ Wow. Some format attire was on display as well. -- 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 more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Bicycle Fixation - Stitching the River ride
On May 16, 12:22 am, happyriding happyrid...@yahoo.com wrote: photographic evidence:http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/sets/72157623944953353/ Wow. Some format attire was on display as well. Wow. Some formal attire was on display as well. -- 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 more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Bicycle Fixation - Stitching the River ride
The unwritten pre-requisite!!! On Sat, May 15, 2010 at 11:23 PM, happyriding happyrid...@yahoo.com wrote: On May 16, 12:22 am, happyriding happyrid...@yahoo.com wrote: photographic evidence: http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/sets/72157623944953353/ Wow. Some format attire was on display as well. Wow. Some formal attire was on display as well. -- 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.comrbw-owners-bunch%2bunsubscr...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- Cheers, David Redlands, CA Bicycling is a big part of the future. It has to be. There is something wrong with a society that drives a car to workout in a gym. ~Bill Nye, scientist guy -- 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 more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: bar ends for woodies?
I think he means mountain bike style bar ends like these: http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31uaJgWGd1L._SL500_AA300_.jpg THe answer is to get a set of Mustache bars and sell me that Bullmoose set. :) Seriously though I think the Mustache bars will provide more positions and you can still use the wood grips. On May 15, 2:18 pm, Ginz theg...@gmail.com wrote: A natural cork might do the job, or a rubber Velox plug. On May 14, 9:04 pm, andrew hill neurod...@gmail.com wrote: i've got a Sam with emwoodied bullmoose bars.. thinking some bar-ends might make sense for an upcoming century. it's a mostly flat one, but just for the hand position variation... but i don't want to totally destroy the old-skool woody look.. so anyone know of bar ends that are wooden? :) or maybe can suggest something that would aesthetically work well to add a hand position or two, and replace that aged-copper colored plug/cap that come with the woodies? cheers, andrew -- 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 more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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 more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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 more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Maybe WTB: 59 Bleriot?
And the ebay auction is now up to (Slightly past actually) the original $750 price with 13 hours left. I am thinking it might hit closer to $900. On May 11, 4:23 pm, Patrick in VT psh...@drm.com wrote: On May 11, 3:15 pm, Erik C erikdcarl...@gmail.com wrote: I have both a LHT and aBleriot. With stock components the LHT is obviously heavier when lifting it. My wife and I lived in a 3rd floor apartment in Chicago for 2 years and I would carry the LHT because of how much lighter myBleriotwas. MyBleriotisn't really a light build either. Standard Riv build with 32H wheelset, racks, fenders, etc. how much lighter? 2 pounds? i just don't see how there could be a significant weight difference between these two framesets. if you're talking 3 or more pounds lighter or something, it's gotta be in the components. -- 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 more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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 more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Sizing on a A Homer Hilsen
I have a 63 for sale, with SS couplers - if you haven't already ordered the new one! On May 11, 7:59 pm, tucker jamison.bross...@gmail.com wrote: Im definately going with the 63cm Hilsen, and I just ordered a 60 Bombadil. Thanks for your input. jamison On May 11, 5:34 pm, wile dylanmcner...@yahoo.com wrote: Oh yeah - stem is 9cm. On May 11, 1:03 pm, Seth Vidal skvi...@gmail.com wrote: On Tue, May 11, 2010 at 3:51 PM, wile dylanmcner...@yahoo.com wrote: I have a PBH of 89 and ride a 63cm AHH. I was given the exact same option from Rivendell - either 61 or 63 would work. However, Rich advised me that with handlebars set up the same way (shorter stem on the 63), the 63 would handle better. I'm very happy with the 63. I have a small handful of seatpost showing - 3 or so, and with the stem sticking 2 out of the headset, both are level. The top of the seat and the crook of the stem are both about 6 above the top tube and the bike looks perfectly proportioned. I think if I raise the stem up to the max, it ends up about 2 above the top of the saddle. I ride 40c Schwalbe Marathons and ride the bike mostly for commuting. Keep in mind that when you stop and put a foot down at lights, etc. you have even more standover height because one foot is up on the pedal. Dylan, if you wouldn't mind, just to humor me - measure from the tip of your saddle to the middle of the flats on your handlebars. I'm curious what that distance is. thanks -sv -- 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 more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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 more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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 more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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 more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Cork, Tape, and Shellac
I just wanted to say that I tried this and I am very pleased with the results, after a year of use. I followed the instructions on the Riv site and it worked out perfectly. I have to say that it looks better after time than any cork or synthetic tape I have used. The bike is Frances Cycles custom fixtonneur that I had made, sizing is in the Riv/Grant philosophy (it rides big and I like it that way) - this is my city bike/commuter now. I love it. http://www.flickr.com/photos/blindrobert/3729507832/sizes/l/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/blindrobert/3729507100/sizes/l/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/blindrobert/3728706127/ -- 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 more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Davis Double 5-15-2010 - a set on Flickr
How I spent my Saturday--202 miles aboard my Riv Road. Photos here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/35176...@n03/sets/72157623944822411/ Captions coming after I have some breakfast! --Eric Sent from my iPad -- 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 more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: FS: 650b Wheels, tires, bar end shifters, Concor Profil
Shifters SOLD Wheels SOLD Tires - now $50 shipped Saddle - now $75 shipped -- 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 more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: bar ends for woodies?
yeah, you are right - M-bars would provide more positions, but i didn't fall in love with them on an XO-1 i had.. and i get at least 2 positions from the bull moose.. but just not a bar-endy one. the mtn-bike bar ends are what i mean - or even the little stubby ovals that bolt on perpendicular, although with the swept back angle either of those might not really work - not sure. best, andrew On May 16, 2010, at 4:26 AM, Johnny Alien wrote: I think he means mountain bike style bar ends like these: http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31uaJgWGd1L._SL500_AA300_.jpg THe answer is to get a set of Mustache bars and sell me that Bullmoose set. :) Seriously though I think the Mustache bars will provide more positions and you can still use the wood grips. On May 15, 2:18 pm, Ginz theg...@gmail.com wrote: A natural cork might do the job, or a rubber Velox plug. On May 14, 9:04 pm, andrew hill neurod...@gmail.com wrote: i've got a Sam with emwoodied bullmoose bars.. thinking some bar-ends might make sense for an upcoming century. it's a mostly flat one, but just for the hand position variation... but i don't want to totally destroy the old-skool woody look.. so anyone know of bar ends that are wooden? :) or maybe can suggest something that would aesthetically work well to add a hand position or two, and replace that aged-copper colored plug/cap that come with the woodies? cheers, andrew -- 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 more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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 more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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 more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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 more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Cork, Tape, and Shellac
Rather nice; I generally don't care for cloth tape or the appearance of threadless stems, but your setup looks quite pretty. What is the seat tube angle? I notice that the Brooks seems rather far forward on its rails. Are the curve stays for looks or do they help absorb road shock? On Sun, May 16, 2010 at 6:25 AM, Blindrobert roberto.cipri...@gmail.comwrote: I just wanted to say that I tried this and I am very pleased with the results, after a year of use. I followed the instructions on the Riv site and it worked out perfectly. I have to say that it looks better after time than any cork or synthetic tape I have used. The bike is Frances Cycles custom fixtonneur that I had made, sizing is in the Riv/Grant philosophy (it rides big and I like it that way) - this is my city bike/commuter now. I love it. http://www.flickr.com/photos/blindrobert/3729507832/sizes/l/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/blindrobert/3729507100/sizes/l/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/blindrobert/3728706127/ -- 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.comrbw-owners-bunch%2bunsubscr...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- Patrick Moore Albuquerque, NM For professional resumes, contact Patrick Moore, ACRW at resumespecialt...@gmail.com (505) 227-0523 -- 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 more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] D'oh!
OK, brain is working a little slow this morning. I rode my Richard Sachs yesterday, not the Riv Road. richard *is* a friend of Grant's, and it is lugged steel ... --Eric Sent from my iPad -- 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 more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Cork, Tape, and Shellac
I really like what you've done with the rear fender. Think I'll do it to the Quickbeam since I'm really not concerned about people behind me - just concerned about keeping the bike clean (it's not that I'm a bad person, I just don't use the 'beamer for group rides). I'm assuming it's effective? Bill Louisville, Ky In a message dated 5/16/2010 10:07:15 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, bertin...@gmail.com writes: On Sun, May 16, 2010 at 6:25 AM, Blindrobert _roberto.cipri...@gmail.com_ (mailto:roberto.cipri...@gmail.com) wrote: I just wanted to say that I tried this and I am very pleased with the results, after a year of use. I followed the instructions on the Riv site and it worked out perfectly. I have to say that it looks better after time than any cork or synthetic tape I have used. The bike is Frances Cycles custom fixtonneur that I had made, sizing is in the Riv/Grant philosophy (it rides big and I like it that way) - this is my city bike/commuter now. I 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...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] D'oh!
...and he made some custom Rivendell frames! There ya' go! :-) On Sun, May 16, 2010 at 7:09 AM, Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com wrote: OK, brain is working a little slow this morning. I rode my Richard Sachs yesterday, not the Riv Road. richard *is* a friend of Grant's, and it is lugged steel ... --Eric Sent from my iPad -- 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.comrbw-owners-bunch%2bunsubscr...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- Cheers, David Redlands, CA Bicycling is a big part of the future. It has to be. There is something wrong with a society that drives a car to workout in a gym. ~Bill Nye, scientist guy -- 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 more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Davis Double 5-15-2010 - a set on Flickr
Hey Eric, the bikes on this ride appear much different than the bikes on brevets. Many more low spoke and crabon bikes than the steel and generator set up, at least to my untrained eye. Is that just because it's considered short or does it attract a different crowd (or both)? Is there much overlap of the two groups, or do the species not typically intermingle. On Sun, May 16, 2010 at 7:03 AM, Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com wrote: How I spent my Saturday--202 miles aboard my Riv Road. Photos here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/35176...@n03/sets/72157623944822411/ Captions coming after I have some breakfast! --Eric Sent from my iPad -- 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.comrbw-owners-bunch%2bunsubscr...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- Cheers, David Redlands, CA Bicycling is a big part of the future. It has to be. There is something wrong with a society that drives a car to workout in a gym. ~Bill Nye, scientist guy -- 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 more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Davis Double 5-15-2010 - a set on Flickr
Yes, different group for the most part. A double is viewed as more of a sprint--get a fast bike and finish as quickly as possible. I rode my Sachs mostly because it doesn't get ridden enough. --Eric Sent from my iPad On May 16, 2010, at 7:51 AM, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: Hey Eric, the bikes on this ride appear much different than the bikes on brevets. Many more low spoke and crabon bikes than the steel and generator set up, at least to my untrained eye. Is that just because it's considered short or does it attract a different crowd (or both)? Is there much overlap of the two groups, or do the species not typically intermingle. On Sun, May 16, 2010 at 7:03 AM, Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com wrote: How I spent my Saturday--202 miles aboard my Riv Road. Photos here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/35176...@n03/sets/72157623944822411/ Captions coming after I have some breakfast! --Eric Sent from my iPad -- 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 more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- Cheers, David Redlands, CA Bicycling is a big part of the future. It has to be. There is something wrong with a society that drives a car to workout in a gym. ~Bill Nye, scientist guy -- 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 more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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 more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Davis Double 5-15-2010 - a set on Flickr
Crazy 202 miles! Great Job On May 16, 7:55 am, Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com wrote: Yes, different group for the most part. A double is viewed as more of a sprint--get a fast bike and finish as quickly as possible. I rode my Sachs mostly because it doesn't get ridden enough. --Eric Sent from my iPad On May 16, 2010, at 7:51 AM, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: Hey Eric, the bikes on this ride appear much different than the bikes on brevets. Many more low spoke and crabon bikes than the steel and generator set up, at least to my untrained eye. Is that just because it's considered short or does it attract a different crowd (or both)? Is there much overlap of the two groups, or do the species not typically intermingle. On Sun, May 16, 2010 at 7:03 AM, Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com wrote: How I spent my Saturday--202 miles aboard my Riv Road. Photos here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/35176...@n03/sets/72157623944822411/ Captions coming after I have some breakfast! --Eric Sent from my iPad -- 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 more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- Cheers, David Redlands, CA Bicycling is a big part of the future. It has to be. There is something wrong with a society that drives a car to workout in a gym. ~Bill Nye, scientist guy -- 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 more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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 more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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 more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Davis Double 5-15-2010 - a set on Flickr
Yea, I've found that triple crown events are more racey than randonneuring. Times are more generous in brevets. Great work, Eric! Esteban San Diego, Calif. On May 16, 7:59 am, manueljohnacosta manueljohnaco...@hotmail.com wrote: Crazy 202 miles! Great Job On May 16, 7:55 am, Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com wrote: Yes, different group for the most part. A double is viewed as more of a sprint--get a fast bike and finish as quickly as possible. I rode my Sachs mostly because it doesn't get ridden enough. --Eric Sent from my iPad On May 16, 2010, at 7:51 AM, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: Hey Eric, the bikes on this ride appear much different than the bikes on brevets. Many more low spoke and crabon bikes than the steel and generator set up, at least to my untrained eye. Is that just because it's considered short or does it attract a different crowd (or both)? Is there much overlap of the two groups, or do the species not typically intermingle. On Sun, May 16, 2010 at 7:03 AM, Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com wrote: How I spent my Saturday--202 miles aboard my Riv Road. Photos here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/35176...@n03/sets/72157623944822411/ Captions coming after I have some breakfast! --Eric Sent from my iPad -- 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 more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- Cheers, David Redlands, CA Bicycling is a big part of the future. It has to be. There is something wrong with a society that drives a car to workout in a gym. ~Bill Nye, scientist guy -- 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 more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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 more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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 more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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 more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: D'oh!
And designed the lugs for the original Riv Road Std. On May 16, 7:35 am, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: ...and he made some custom Rivendell frames! There ya' go! :-) On Sun, May 16, 2010 at 7:09 AM, Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com wrote: OK, brain is working a little slow this morning. I rode my Richard Sachs yesterday, not the Riv Road. richard *is* a friend of Grant's, and it is lugged steel ... --Eric Sent from my iPad -- 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.comrbw-owners-bunch%2bunsubscrib...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- Cheers, David Redlands, CA Bicycling is a big part of the future. It has to be. There is something wrong with a society that drives a car to workout in a gym. ~Bill Nye, scientist guy -- 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 more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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 more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Davis Double 5-15-2010 - a set on Flickr
Rides like the Davis Double are fully supported, no need to carry more food or water than needed to get to the next rest stop. Brevets are self-supported, so randonneurs tend to carry more baggage, and their bikes are built up accordingly. Bill, who rode the Davis Double in 1989, and is FAR from DC shape these days. On May 16, 7:51 am, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: Hey Eric, the bikes on this ride appear much different than the bikes on brevets. Many more low spoke and crabon bikes than the steel and generator set up, at least to my untrained eye. Is that just because it's considered short or does it attract a different crowd (or both)? Is there much overlap of the two groups, or do the species not typically intermingle. On Sun, May 16, 2010 at 7:03 AM, Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com wrote: How I spent my Saturday--202 miles aboard my Riv Road. Photos here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/35176...@n03/sets/72157623944822411/ Captions coming after I have some breakfast! --Eric Sent from my iPad -- 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.comrbw-owners-bunch%2bunsubscrib...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- Cheers, David Redlands, CA Bicycling is a big part of the future. It has to be. There is something wrong with a society that drives a car to workout in a gym. ~Bill Nye, scientist guy -- 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 more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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 more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: D'oh!
Which, if I recall my Riv Legend/History, were originally made for Bridgestone. When they folded up their tent, Grant bought the lugs. --Eric Sent from my iPad On May 16, 2010, at 8:50 AM, Bill M. bmenn...@comcast.net wrote: And designed the lugs for the original Riv Road Std. On May 16, 7:35 am, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: ...and he made some custom Rivendell frames! There ya' go! :-) On Sun, May 16, 2010 at 7:09 AM, Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com wrote: OK, brain is working a little slow this morning. I rode my Richard Sachs yesterday, not the Riv Road. richard *is* a friend of Grant's, and it is lugged steel ... --Eric Sent from my iPad -- 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.comrbw-owners-bunch%2bunsubscrib...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- Cheers, David Redlands, CA Bicycling is a big part of the future. It has to be. There is something wrong with a society that drives a car to workout in a gym. ~Bill Nye, scientist guy -- 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 more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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 more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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 more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Davis Double 5-15-2010 - a set on Flickr
Very interesting... I observed the difference, nice to know! On Sun, May 16, 2010 at 8:53 AM, Bill M. bmenn...@comcast.net wrote: Rides like the Davis Double are fully supported, no need to carry more food or water than needed to get to the next rest stop. Brevets are self-supported, so randonneurs tend to carry more baggage, and their bikes are built up accordingly. Bill, who rode the Davis Double in 1989, and is FAR from DC shape these days. On May 16, 7:51 am, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: Hey Eric, the bikes on this ride appear much different than the bikes on brevets. Many more low spoke and crabon bikes than the steel and generator set up, at least to my untrained eye. Is that just because it's considered short or does it attract a different crowd (or both)? Is there much overlap of the two groups, or do the species not typically intermingle. On Sun, May 16, 2010 at 7:03 AM, Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com wrote: How I spent my Saturday--202 miles aboard my Riv Road. Photos here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/35176...@n03/sets/72157623944822411/ Captions coming after I have some breakfast! --Eric Sent from my iPad -- 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-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.comrbw-owners-bunch%2bunsubscr...@googlegroups.com rbw-owners-bunch%2bunsubscrib...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- Cheers, David Redlands, CA Bicycling is a big part of the future. It has to be. There is something wrong with a society that drives a car to workout in a gym. ~Bill Nye, scientist guy -- 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.comrbw-owners-bunch%2bunsubscr...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group athttp:// groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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.comrbw-owners-bunch%2bunsubscr...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- Cheers, David Redlands, CA Bicycling is a big part of the future. It has to be. There is something wrong with a society that drives a car to workout in a gym. ~Bill Nye, scientist guy -- 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 more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Cork, Tape, and Shellac
Very Sharp looking ride. My heart flutters but my knees shudder ;-) Ryan my knees demand gears Surface On May 16, 7:15 am, bpus...@aol.com wrote: I really like what you've done with the rear fender. Think I'll do it to the Quickbeam since I'm really not concerned about people behind me - just concerned about keeping the bike clean (it's not that I'm a bad person, I just don't use the 'beamer for group rides). I'm assuming it's effective? Bill Louisville, Ky In a message dated 5/16/2010 10:07:15 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, bertin...@gmail.com writes: On Sun, May 16, 2010 at 6:25 AM, Blindrobert _roberto.cipri...@gmail.com_ (mailto:roberto.cipri...@gmail.com) wrote: I just wanted to say that I tried this and I am very pleased with the results, after a year of use. I followed the instructions on the Riv site and it worked out perfectly. I have to say that it looks better after time than any cork or synthetic tape I have used. The bike is Frances Cycles custom fixtonneur that I had made, sizing is in the Riv/Grant philosophy (it rides big and I like it that way) - this is my city bike/commuter now. I 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...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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 more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Maybe WTB: 59 Bleriot?
Wow that is almost as much as my LBS wants for their new ones ($1000) On May 16, 4:40 am, Johnny Alien johnnyal...@verizon.net wrote: And the ebay auction is now up to (Slightly past actually) the original $750 price with 13 hours left. I am thinking it might hit closer to $900. On May 11, 4:23 pm, Patrick in VT psh...@drm.com wrote: On May 11, 3:15 pm, Erik C erikdcarl...@gmail.com wrote: I have both a LHT and aBleriot. With stock components the LHT is obviously heavier when lifting it. My wife and I lived in a 3rd floor apartment in Chicago for 2 years and I would carry the LHT because of how much lighter myBleriotwas. MyBleriotisn't really a light build either. Standard Riv build with 32H wheelset, racks, fenders, etc. how much lighter? 2 pounds? i just don't see how there could be a significant weight difference between these two framesets. if you're talking 3 or more pounds lighter or something, it's gotta be in the components. -- 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 more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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 more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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 more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Cork, Tape, and Shellac
Patrick, I will have to dig up the drawing for the ST angle - I am not sure off the top of my head. I think most of the ugly threadless stem/headset setups are because so many of the stems come in ugly finishes. I think matte black looks (generally) terrible on bikes - especially in the areas that I expect to see polished chrome/stainless/alloy. MORE POLISHED THREADLESS STEMS, PLEASE!!! The Brooks is a little forward on its rails, it's just what ended up being comfortable - this is the first bike I have ever had moustache bars on, so it was a bit of a guess on stem length, if I ever bother to switch it out for a shorter one, I will slide the saddle back - for now it's comfortable. The curved stays are just something he (josh muir at frances cycles) does on a lot of his bikes - I think it's just an aesthetic move. I like them, but I doubt they do anything significant to road shock; the fat-ish tires this bike was designed for are much more effective than any relieved stay will ever be! Bill - the fender was not effective once I got up over 14mph or so - I recently changed it out to a full size satin aluminum VO fender. I may crop it again, because I like the look - but it needs to be a good 6 or so longer than the fender in the picture. If I had it to do over again, I would probably consider horizontal dropouts so that removing a wheel for a tire change wasn't so hard. That said, I haven't had a flat yet on this bike. The Rivendell Jack Brown tires are awesome in that regard - ditto for the ruffy tuffy tires which I have used on a few long tours and never had a flat! Ryan - I have been riding fixed gear bikes for 14 years and my knees have never complained (knock on wood), even my days of brakeless riding/skidding in NYC. Thanks for all the kind words, everyone! Roberto On May 16, 4:14 pm, RoadieRyan rya...@hotmail.com wrote: Very Sharp looking ride. My heart flutters but my knees shudder ;-) Ryan my knees demand gears Surface On May 16, 7:15 am, bpus...@aol.com wrote: I really like what you've done with the rear fender. Think I'll do it to the Quickbeam since I'm really not concerned about people behind me - just concerned about keeping the bike clean (it's not that I'm a bad person, I just don't use the 'beamer for group rides). I'm assuming it's effective? Bill Louisville, Ky In a message dated 5/16/2010 10:07:15 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, bertin...@gmail.com writes: On Sun, May 16, 2010 at 6:25 AM, Blindrobert _roberto.cipri...@gmail.com_ (mailto:roberto.cipri...@gmail.com) wrote: I just wanted to say that I tried this and I am very pleased with the results, after a year of use. I followed the instructions on the Riv site and it worked out perfectly. I have to say that it looks better after time than any cork or synthetic tape I have used. The bike is Frances Cycles custom fixtonneur that I had made, sizing is in the Riv/Grant philosophy (it rides big and I like it that way) - this is my city bike/commuter now. I 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...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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 more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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 more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: D'oh!
From an old interview on e-Ritchie's site: RS: I met Grant Petersen at a trade show about ten years ago, but hadn't recalled that until about four years ago when he called me to write a catalog piece about fork crowns. I sent him three and a half single-spaced, typed pages on the subject which he edited down to the piece in the 1993 Bridgestone catalog. It subsequently led to his desire to have an article on filing; this became the lug article in the 1994 catalog. Through this all, he had me design a set of ornate lugs for Bridgestone's road frame. I carved a set from some Nikko lug blanks, sent them to Japan, and Grant was to have them produced en masse. The project got shelved because the lugs were said to be just borderline enough to be too intricate to produce, and definitely too ginger for the Bridgestone workers to use. The lugs were sent back to me and stayed in my window for a while, and then they ended up as the Rivendell road frame lugs, cast in the Orient for Grant to use here. Bill On May 16, 9:04 am, Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com wrote: Which, if I recall my Riv Legend/History, were originally made for Bridgestone. When they folded up their tent, Grant bought the lugs. --Eric Sent from my iPad On May 16, 2010, at 8:50 AM, Bill M. bmenn...@comcast.net wrote: And designed the lugs for the original Riv Road Std. On May 16, 7:35 am, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: ...and he made some custom Rivendell frames! There ya' go! :-) On Sun, May 16, 2010 at 7:09 AM, Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com wrote: OK, brain is working a little slow this morning. I rode my Richard Sachs yesterday, not the Riv Road. richard *is* a friend of Grant's, and it is lugged steel ... --Eric Sent from my iPad -- 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.comrbw-owners-bunch%2bunsubscrib...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- Cheers, David Redlands, CA Bicycling is a big part of the future. It has to be. There is something wrong with a society that drives a car to workout in a gym. ~Bill Nye, scientist guy -- 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 more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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 more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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 more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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 more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Bicycle Fixation - Stitching the River ride
David, I recognize some of those places...fond memories. Also reminded me how different things are living in the sticks. Thanks for posting the pictures. Angus On May 16, 12:54 am, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: Another perfect bike outing in SoCal today! Rick led a ride from Chinatown south criss-crossing the L.A. River. Weather was perfect, a pretty good showing of adventurous souls, great bikes all around, and good food at the end. I wasn't super sociable as I was focusing on pulling a 7 y.o. along the route, but he and I had a great time! If you see an invite for a Rick Risemburg led ride in the future, jump on the opportunity! photographic evidence:http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/sets/72157623944953353/ -- Cheers, David Redlands, CA Bicycling is a big part of the future. It has to be. There is something wrong with a society that drives a car to workout in a gym. ~Bill Nye, scientist guy -- 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 more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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 more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Cork, Tape, and Shellac
Very loverly bicycle! I think it is very pretty and also, very ride-able. -Scott On May 16, 5:25 am, Blindrobert roberto.cipri...@gmail.com wrote: I just wanted to say that I tried this and I am very pleased with the results, after a year of use. I followed the instructions on the Riv site and it worked out perfectly. I have to say that it looks better after time than any cork or synthetic tape I have used. The bike is Frances Cycles custom fixtonneur that I had made, sizing is in the Riv/Grant philosophy (it rides big and I like it that way) - this is my city bike/commuter now. I love it. http://www.flickr.com/photos/blindrobert/3729507832/sizes/l/http://www.flickr.com/photos/blindrobert/3729507100/sizes/l/http://www.flickr.com/photos/blindrobert/3728706127/ -- 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 more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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 more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Maybe WTB: 59 Bleriot?
Indeed... I've been watching this with interest. I'm recently forced off bikes (ribs/clavicle/lung as a result of a crash) for a while, so I guess I don't really have the urgency to get into another bike (there's plenty mental emotional urgency, just no bodily wherewithal). I think those reasons I cited for getting this for myself are valid, only not necessarily timely. RoadieRyan, am I correct in understanding there are unpurchased Bleriots out there somewhere? I sure do like building my wheels bikes, but a complete Bleriot is certainly considerable, and of course personalizable. On May 16, 3:15 pm, RoadieRyan rya...@hotmail.com wrote: Wow that is almost as much as my LBS wants for their new ones ($1000) On May 16, 4:40 am, Johnny Alien johnnyal...@verizon.net wrote: And the ebay auction is now up to (Slightly past actually) the original $750 price with 13 hours left. I am thinking it might hit closer to $900. On May 11, 4:23 pm, Patrick in VT psh...@drm.com wrote: On May 11, 3:15 pm, Erik C erikdcarl...@gmail.com wrote: I have both a LHT and aBleriot. With stock components the LHT is obviously heavier when lifting it. My wife and I lived in a 3rd floor apartment in Chicago for 2 years and I would carry the LHT because of how much lighter myBleriotwas. MyBleriotisn't really a light build either. Standard Riv build with 32H wheelset, racks, fenders, etc. how much lighter? 2 pounds? i just don't see how there could be a significant weight difference between these two framesets. if you're talking 3 or more pounds lighter or something, it's gotta be in the components. -- 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 more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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 more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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 more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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 more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Brooks B-17's wearing out
Several of my B-17's are showing significant wear, turning into hatchets. What does the list recommend for replacements, something substantially similar that doesn't wear out so fast for us Clydes? I am about to try the An-atomicas, just curious if there are other clyde- worthy saddles. Thanks. -- 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 more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Brooks B-17's wearing out
Don't An-atomicas have the cut-out in them? That makes me think it would wear out faster with a heavier rider. On May 16, 7:10 pm, reynoldslugs be...@perrylaw.net wrote: Several of my B-17's are showing significant wear, turning into hatchets. What does the list recommend for replacements, something substantially similar that doesn't wear out so fast for us Clydes? I am about to try the An-atomicas, just curious if there are other clyde- worthy saddles. Thanks. -- 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 more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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 more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Brooks B-17's wearing out
They have a version for heavier riders, called clydesdale. On Sun, May 16, 2010 at 7:33 PM, Johnny Alien johnnyal...@verizon.netwrote: Don't An-atomicas have the cut-out in them? That makes me think it would wear out faster with a heavier rider. On May 16, 7:10 pm, reynoldslugs be...@perrylaw.net wrote: Several of my B-17's are showing significant wear, turning into hatchets. What does the list recommend for replacements, something substantially similar that doesn't wear out so fast for us Clydes? I am about to try the An-atomicas, just curious if there are other clyde- ?c worthy saddles. Thanks. -- 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.comrbw-owners-bunch%2bunsubscr...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group athttp:// groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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.comrbw-owners-bunch%2bunsubscr...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- Ken Freeman Ann Arbor, MI USA -- 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 more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Brooks B-17's wearing out
They come with or without cut outs and in regular or cydesdale thickness. When RBW sold them, they only offered the thicker models. A black one adorns my Ram. They've gotten pricey. From: Johnny Alien johnnyal...@verizon.net To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Sun, May 16, 2010 6:33:03 PM Subject: [RBW] Re: Brooks B-17's wearing out Don't An-atomicas have the cut-out in them? That makes me think it would wear out faster with a heavier rider. -- 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 more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Brooks B-17's wearing out
On May 16, 2010, at 6:10 PM, reynoldslugs wrote: Several of my B-17's are showing significant wear, turning into hatchets. What does the list recommend for replacements, something substantially similar that doesn't wear out so fast for us Clydes? I am about to try the An-atomicas, just curious if there are other clyde- worthy saddles. Wow. My Brooks Pro on my Riv was purchased in 1976 or 1977 and has not yet turned into an @55 hatchet. I have weighed around 200 lbs throughout that time (up to 250 about 20 years ago, but let's face it, I obviously wasn't riding much then...). But in those days the Pro's leather was twice as thick as the B.17 and more carefully chosen. It looks to me like the current Pros and B.17 are cut from the same leather and it is treated differently than the old days. My Pro was hard as oak for years and took about 3 years to fully break in. Now it's just the most comfortable saddle I have ever ridden. The leather is about 1/4 thick. I've got one other Pro from that era and it, too, is very comfortable. My newer Pros aren't as good- the leather is too soft and stretches too much. I have a titanium Swift which has really hard leather like the old ones but the shape is different and very uncomfortable for me. So I am getting around to suggesting looking for an old, possibly NOS, Brooks saddle- probably a Pro unless it's just too narrow. -- 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 more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: What is the level of your XO-1 nostalgia?
Well the nostalgia level on ebay is high. The '93 XO-1 just sold for $2550.00 Ok. WHO here bought it ;) You can have my purple '92 X0-1 for $1200 but not my Atlantis. On May 13, 11:56 am, Ginz theg...@gmail.com wrote: My nostalgia is at this level: http://www.flickr.com/photos/theginz/3560678107/in/set-72157618745798... I think that the exuberence for the '93 XO-1 is held mainly by the urban bike nerd. Having personally ridden a m'stach bar, bikes equipped with Rivendell-supplied parts, and an orange frame or two, my lust for the XO-1 is pretty low. I certainly do not lust for the loose bearing bottom bracket and squealing Dia Compe 986 canti's of my XO-2. I still say that if the XO's were not orange, the exuberence would be far, far, far lower. Don't get me wrong. I'm a huge XO fan. But, for my money, I'm headed for Hunqapillar-ville. For now, my XO-2 rests comfortably in the basement. Ginz On May 13, 2:31 pm, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: I'm sure several of us are watching this XO-1 auction with interest on a NOS 59cm 1993 XO-1: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=300424850980ssPag... I watch with interest just to the extent that it is interesting to see people willing to pay more than retail for a 17 year old bike. Of course, getting the equivalent of that bike today would cost even more, a lot more, but still. The thing that got me thinking was the title, including the text Rivendell fans rejoice!. The vibe I have gotten from my short time on this forum is that there is not a ton of deep seated nostalgia for the XO-1, even though none of us is all that surprised at XO-1's going for $1500 to $2000. I don't think many from this forum is rejoicing at the availability of that particular XO-1 either. Sure, some of us own one, or have owned one, and like(d) it just fine. So, I guess my question is: Do you keep your eyes out for Bridgestones? Which one(s) do you look for? What would you pay relative to retail to get one? Would you restore it, or resurrect it into something else? For me, I always liked the RB1, and got the opportunity to buy a 1992 basically unridden for $600. I bought it and keep it at a vacation place where the riding is flat. I'm happy I did. The XO that I am nostalgic for is my 1993 XO-2, which had dirt drops. It's long gone but I'd love to get another one of those. I'd probably pay $400 for that or a 1994 XO-3. I almost jumped on a 1993 XO-3 on ebay last month, that went for $300 or so, but I would have ended up replacing nearly everything on 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...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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 more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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 more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Brooks B-17's wearing out
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 -- 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 more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: What is the level of your XO-1 nostalgia?
Taking into account inflation an XO-1 would sell for $1750 today. So I would say this person overpaid alot. I think those Bridgestones are great bikes but once you hit the price of a new Rivendell it is a no brainer for me. On May 16, 10:03 pm, Mitch Browne mitch.bro...@gmail.com wrote: Well the nostalgia level on ebay is high. The '93 XO-1 just sold for $2550.00 Ok. WHO here bought it ;) You can have my purple '92 X0-1 for $1200 but not my Atlantis. On May 13, 11:56 am, Ginz theg...@gmail.com wrote: My nostalgia is at this level: http://www.flickr.com/photos/theginz/3560678107/in/set-72157618745798... I think that the exuberence for the '93 XO-1 is held mainly by the urban bike nerd. Having personally ridden a m'stach bar, bikes equipped with Rivendell-supplied parts, and an orange frame or two, my lust for the XO-1 is pretty low. I certainly do not lust for the loose bearing bottom bracket and squealing Dia Compe 986 canti's of my XO-2. I still say that if the XO's were not orange, the exuberence would be far, far, far lower. Don't get me wrong. I'm a huge XO fan. But, for my money, I'm headed for Hunqapillar-ville. For now, my XO-2 rests comfortably in the basement. Ginz On May 13, 2:31 pm, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: I'm sure several of us are watching this XO-1 auction with interest on a NOS 59cm 1993 XO-1: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=300424850980ssPag... I watch with interest just to the extent that it is interesting to see people willing to pay more than retail for a 17 year old bike. Of course, getting the equivalent of that bike today would cost even more, a lot more, but still. The thing that got me thinking was the title, including the text Rivendell fans rejoice!. The vibe I have gotten from my short time on this forum is that there is not a ton of deep seated nostalgia for the XO-1, even though none of us is all that surprised at XO-1's going for $1500 to $2000. I don't think many from this forum is rejoicing at the availability of that particular XO-1 either. Sure, some of us own one, or have owned one, and like(d) it just fine. So, I guess my question is: Do you keep your eyes out for Bridgestones? Which one(s) do you look for? What would you pay relative to retail to get one? Would you restore it, or resurrect it into something else? For me, I always liked the RB1, and got the opportunity to buy a 1992 basically unridden for $600. I bought it and keep it at a vacation place where the riding is flat. I'm happy I did. The XO that I am nostalgic for is my 1993 XO-2, which had dirt drops. It's long gone but I'd love to get another one of those. I'd probably pay $400 for that or a 1994 XO-3. I almost jumped on a 1993 XO-3 on ebay last month, that went for $300 or so, but I would have ended up replacing nearly everything on 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...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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 more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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 more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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 more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: What is the level of your XO-1 nostalgia?
$1700 in 2006 is what I paid for the less fancy of the two in Dave Estes' picture here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/4513929848/ It was almost unused by the original owner. I thought about it, but not too long; I thought it was worth it, but was taking some risk that it might be too small. I set it up carefully, and the size works for me, and the use I get out of it has more than made it worth it. I think the picture shows that I use it practically as opposed to showroomey. I've had some really fun rides on that bike, most recently that outstanding San Diego ride that Esteban organized. The bike climbs really well and still feels lively (subjective and vague I realize). For that and several other rides (one a multi-day overnighter with a tent where it performed flawlessly) that are extremely memorable to me, I am very happy that I bought the bike and don't regret the pricetag. On the multi-day ride, a flawed map let us down and we spent the day on a rough dirt road. Lucky me; it was like we were filming an ad for the bike. I really like taking it on mixed surface rides. Now, to keep this on-topic, I agree that if you get to $2000, the Sam Hillborne is the better choice. But if someone goes for a functional XO-1 and pays a little bit extra for it, I'm not going to snicker about them as long as they ride it, because if they are lucky enough to have rides like the ones I've had, the regret of the few extra hundreds will diminish more and more over time as the good rides are had. I really hope they are not treating it with a collector's piece mentality, and I'll say the same thing about any Rivendell model over the coming decades. -Jim W. -Original Message- From: Johnny Alien johnnyal...@verizon.net Sent: May 16, 2010 10:30 PM To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] Re: What is the level of your XO-1 nostalgia? Taking into account inflation an XO-1 would sell for $1750 today. So I would say this person overpaid alot. I think those Bridgestones are great bikes but once you hit the price of a new Rivendell it is a no brainer for me. On May 16, 10:03 pm, Mitch Browne mitch.bro...@gmail.com wrote: Well the nostalgia level on ebay is high. The '93 XO-1 just sold for $2550.00 Ok. WHO here bought it ;) You can have my purple '92 X0-1 for $1200 but not my Atlantis. On May 13, 11:56 am, Ginz theg...@gmail.com wrote: My nostalgia is at this level: http://www.flickr.com/photos/theginz/3560678107/in/set-72157618745798... I think that the exuberence for the '93 XO-1 is held mainly by the urban bike nerd. Having personally ridden a m'stach bar, bikes equipped with Rivendell-supplied parts, and an orange frame or two, my lust for the XO-1 is pretty low. I certainly do not lust for the loose bearing bottom bracket and squealing Dia Compe 986 canti's of my XO-2. I still say that if the XO's were not orange, the exuberence would be far, far, far lower. Don't get me wrong. I'm a huge XO fan. But, for my money, I'm headed for Hunqapillar-ville. For now, my XO-2 rests comfortably in the basement. Ginz On May 13, 2:31 pm, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: I'm sure several of us are watching this XO-1 auction with interest on a NOS 59cm 1993 XO-1: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=300424850980ssPag... I watch with interest just to the extent that it is interesting to see people willing to pay more than retail for a 17 year old bike. Of course, getting the equivalent of that bike today would cost even more, a lot more, but still. The thing that got me thinking was the title, including the text Rivendell fans rejoice!. The vibe I have gotten from my short time on this forum is that there is not a ton of deep seated nostalgia for the XO-1, even though none of us is all that surprised at XO-1's going for $1500 to $2000. I don't think many from this forum is rejoicing at the availability of that particular XO-1 either. Sure, some of us own one, or have owned one, and like(d) it just fine. So, I guess my question is: Do you keep your eyes out for Bridgestones? Which one(s) do you look for? What would you pay relative to retail to get one? Would you restore it, or resurrect it into something else? For me, I always liked the RB1, and got the opportunity to buy a 1992 basically unridden for $600. I bought it and keep it at a vacation place where the riding is flat. I'm happy I did. The XO that I am nostalgic for is my 1993 XO-2, which had dirt drops. It's long gone but I'd love to get another one of those. I'd probably pay $400 for that or a 1994 XO-3. I almost jumped on a 1993 XO-3 on ebay last month, that went for $300 or so, but I would have ended up replacing nearly everything on it. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch
Re: [RBW] Brooks B-17's wearing out
On Sun, May 16, 2010 at 6:10 PM, reynoldslugs be...@perrylaw.net wrote: Several of my B-17's are showing significant wear, turning into hatchets. What does the list recommend for replacements, something substantially similar that doesn't wear out so fast for us Clydes? I am about to try the An-atomicas, just curious if there are other clyde- worthy saddles. Thanks. The Berthoud saddles have the thickest leather i've seen, definitely worth a look. If you haven't already, it's also worth tying the sides on one of the saddles to see if that helps. I've done it to all of mine, and it really helps, without adding any tension at the bolt. -- Bill Connell St. Paul, MN -- 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 more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Brooks B-17's wearing out
Buy a VO saddle they have stiffer leather with a reinforcement mesh underneath them. That's what I did and I weigh 265 and own several Brooks saddles with over 15K miles on them. On May 16, 4:10 pm, reynoldslugs be...@perrylaw.net wrote: Several of my B-17's are showing significant wear, turning into hatchets. What does the list recommend for replacements, something substantially similar that doesn't wear out so fast for us Clydes? I am about to try the An-atomicas, just curious if there are other clyde- worthy saddles. Thanks. -- 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 more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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 more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Cork, Tape, and Shellac
Very nice. How do you like the cork grips with your mustaches? Do you ride much up in the curved part and, if so, is the cork still comfortable? Liesl On May 16, 7:25 am, Blindrobert roberto.cipri...@gmail.com wrote: I just wanted to say that I tried this and I am very pleased with the results, after a year of use. I followed the instructions on the Riv site and it worked out perfectly. I have to say that it looks better after time than any cork or synthetic tape I have used. The bike is Frances Cycles custom fixtonneur that I had made, sizing is in the Riv/Grant philosophy (it rides big and I like it that way) - this is my city bike/commuter now. I love it. http://www.flickr.com/photos/blindrobert/3729507832/sizes/l/http://www.flickr.com/photos/blindrobert/3729507100/sizes/l/http://www.flickr.com/photos/blindrobert/3728706127/ -- 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 more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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 more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Another camera to shoot your Riv with
I've found that the dreamy analog touch of some iphone photography apps goes well with the dreamy analog touch of my Rivendell. :) Here are some shots I took today exploring the bayou paths downtown on my Atlantis: http://www.flickr.com/photos/southgatephotos/sets/72157623951607973/ Some shots were taken with Hipstamatic and some with ShakeItPhoto. I think the saying The best camera is the one you got definitely applies to my iphone. But in addition to the convenience factor, there's also a fun factor that sometimes trumps all the megapixels of my fancier cameras. Maybe I have a liking for that analog look because that's what my childhood pictures are in, or perhaps its a hardwired preference similar to liking Impressionist paintings. I dunno, but I dig it. I realize some of you may scoff at the idea of techy fake analog. I think GP himself may not even do digital. But for those you shooting entirely digital yet find the analog look appealing, here's another option. Have fun, -- J. -- 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 more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Shoe Splats!
Rivendell's shoe contraption is quite smart! I laughed about it at first but I can see myself using these on hikes or muddy bike rides. I'm curious about the heel straping, and how it's connected. -- 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 more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: Bicycle Fixation - Stitching the River ride
It was another great ride, and like just about every SoCal ride, amazing to see the different environs out there. My 7 y.o.'s comments were consistently: I hate the smell! He's a country boy at heart. I think he also dropped a I never want to ride a bike again comment, but I'm choosing to ignore that one. On Sun, May 16, 2010 at 1:46 PM, Angus angusle...@sbcglobal.net wrote: David, I recognize some of those places...fond memories. Also reminded me how different things are living in the sticks. Thanks for posting the pictures. Angus On May 16, 12:54 am, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: Another perfect bike outing in SoCal today! Rick led a ride from Chinatown south criss-crossing the L.A. River. Weather was perfect, a pretty good showing of adventurous souls, great bikes all around, and good food at the end. I wasn't super sociable as I was focusing on pulling a 7 y.o. along the route, but he and I had a great time! If you see an invite for a Rick Risemburg led ride in the future, jump on the opportunity! photographic evidence: http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/sets/72157623944953353/ -- Cheers, David Redlands, CA Bicycling is a big part of the future. It has to be. There is something wrong with a society that drives a car to workout in a gym. ~Bill Nye, scientist guy -- 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.comrbw-owners-bunch%2bunsubscr...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group athttp:// groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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.comrbw-owners-bunch%2bunsubscr...@googlegroups.com . For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- Cheers, David Redlands, CA Bicycling is a big part of the future. It has to be. There is something wrong with a society that drives a car to workout in a gym. ~Bill Nye, scientist guy -- 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 more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Brooks B-17's wearing out
Like others have said...get an old one. I bought an old NOS B-17 (mid 70's) a couple years back and it is noticably stiffer than the newer versions. Rock hard but still has that shape of the b-17 that adapts to the arse instantly...if you are one of those peoples whose arse is adaptable to the b-17 (does that make any sense?). Or, get a Pro. I've had several, and sold just as many because they are rock hard. I guess they break in after awhile (or the arse adjusts), but I don't have the patience...although I do have a new (old) one on a bike I haven't ridden yet...will report back in a year. On May 16, 9:08 pm, charlie charles_v...@hotmail.com wrote: Buy a VO saddle they have stiffer leather with a reinforcement mesh underneath them. That's what I did and I weigh 265 and own several Brooks saddles with over 15K miles on them. On May 16, 4:10 pm, reynoldslugs be...@perrylaw.net wrote: Several of my B-17's are showing significant wear, turning into hatchets. What does the list recommend for replacements, something substantially similar that doesn't wear out so fast for us Clydes? I am about to try the An-atomicas, just curious if there are other clyde- worthy saddles. Thanks. -- 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 more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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 more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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 more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Maybe WTB: 59 Bleriot?
Went for $990. About twice what I paid brand new a few years ago...yes I bought from one of those on-line undercutters...sorry. Anyway, glad to see the Bleriot is getting some attention. Mines not for sale...to busy riding it! A few pics from yesterday... http://www.flickr.com/photos/77502...@n00/sets/72157624076869770/ On May 16, 3:26 pm, terryg teg...@gmail.com wrote: Indeed... I've been watching this with interest. I'm recently forced off bikes (ribs/clavicle/lung as a result of a crash) for a while, so I guess I don't really have the urgency to get into another bike (there's plenty mental emotional urgency, just no bodily wherewithal). I think those reasons I cited for getting this for myself are valid, only not necessarily timely. RoadieRyan, am I correct in understanding there are unpurchased Bleriots out there somewhere? I sure do like building my wheels bikes, but a complete Bleriot is certainly considerable, and of course personalizable. On May 16, 3:15 pm, RoadieRyan rya...@hotmail.com wrote: Wow that is almost as much as my LBS wants for their new ones ($1000) On May 16, 4:40 am, Johnny Alien johnnyal...@verizon.net wrote: And the ebay auction is now up to (Slightly past actually) the original $750 price with 13 hours left. I am thinking it might hit closer to $900. On May 11, 4:23 pm, Patrick in VT psh...@drm.com wrote: On May 11, 3:15 pm, Erik C erikdcarl...@gmail.com wrote: I have both a LHT and aBleriot. With stock components the LHT is obviously heavier when lifting it. My wife and I lived in a 3rd floor apartment in Chicago for 2 years and I would carry the LHT because of how much lighter myBleriotwas. MyBleriotisn't really a light build either. Standard Riv build with 32H wheelset, racks, fenders, etc. how much lighter? 2 pounds? i just don't see how there could be a significant weight difference between these two framesets. if you're talking 3 or more pounds lighter or something, it's gotta be in the components. -- 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 more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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 more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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 more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- 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 more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - -- 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 more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
