[RBW] Re: bike campsites near san diego?
thanks any particular places? I only need two places between la and san diego On Jul 19, 11:38 pm, Michael_S mikeybi...@rocketmail.com wrote: Most of the State Beaches have Hiker/biker sites that require no reservations, those would be your best bet. You can't check in until 4pm and have to be out by 9am and it's $5-10 per night depending on the location. ~Mike~ On Jul 19, 10:50 pm, manueljohnacosta manueljohnaco...@hotmail.com wrote: Doing a solo bike tour down to san diego any one know some good campsites between la and san Diego? thanks -Manny -- 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: Rivendell as a beater bike?
Or like my wife, you could get a new, lugged steel, 6 speed Raleigh with metal headbadge, fenders, basket, kickstand, chainguard and skirtguard, and even a passenger seat w/foot-pegs in lieu of a rear rack for $120 (if you live in Thailand). Pics: http://www.flickr.com/photos/25150...@n08/4811164801/ I was dead-set against buying it, because it seemed too cheap, but it has held up very well for 1.5 years of almost daily commuting and the occasional ride to dinner with me as the captain and my wife on the back seat. The lugs are the crudest you'll ever see, the fork is a unicrown and an ugly one at that, the rear drum brake is a joke, especially combined with the plastic brake levers (but the stamped metal front sidepull works well), and the indexed shifting requires overshifting to get into certain gears (but at least it's easy to do with the thumbshifter). The nipples are plated steel and have started to rust (I just WD40 them on occasion), and the cranks, seat post, hubs, and bars are steel as well. The tire sidewalls cracked all around the first year because the tubes kept loosing air and my wife would ride it with 15-20 psi or so rather than dealing with the stock Woods valves or asking me to pump up her tires, but the tires are still going anyway. The paint started out as a metallic turquoise but has faded to a much nicer bluish silver from 1.5 years of tropical sun exposure at her work. Triple or quadruple the price, spend a little more on frame finishing and paint, and throw on slightly better components (like the $10 Dia Compe brake levers from VO) and maybe some aluminum parts to save a little weight, and you'd have a great bike! Cheers, Gernot On Jul 20, 12:11 pm, RoadieRyan rya...@hotmail.com wrote: Or you could get one of these Sub $500 beauties, not lugged of course but cromo, I would, however, be suspicious of the assembly quality http://www.bikesdirect.com/products/mercier/galaxy.htm On Jul 19, 10:02 pm, RoadieRyan rya...@hotmail.com wrote: The HD is a good example. If I had not Riv'd out my Handsome Devil I think I could have come in for a sub $1000 price but Dammit between this group and CycloFiend (Damn You Jim!) I wanted a cool steel bike ;-) On Jul 18, 11:32 am, andrew hill neurod...@gmail.com wrote: what about the Handsome Devil? that could prob be built up for sub-$1K pretty easily. On Jul 18, 2010, at 2:17 PM, Johnny Alien wrote: Those are both hi-tensile very low quality steel. I can't imagine Rivendell doing anything like that even for a budget bike. The Rivendell name still needs to go on it. Neither is anywhere near what Surly or VO has. Even the lower level Bridgestones back in the day were CrMo. I was looking for steel that might be somethingGrantwould possibly use. -- 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: 650b vs. Big Apples
There is a LightSkin version of the BAs that shaves 200g off each tire, due to folding bead and lighter sidewall, and thus they should be even cushier in addition to being lighter. I have been wanting to try them on my Fisher Sphinx monster cross. Ideally you would try out a Hetre-equipped 650B, and a BA equipped 700C bike and see how they feel. Where do you live? Maybe some friendly locals will let you test-ride their bikes? Gernot On Jul 20, 7:23 am, mr.trout ianet...@yahoo.com wrote: so the decision would be to either convert a current frame to 650b, or buy a 29er for the BAs. my understanding is that the benefits of both 650b and BAs is they're soft but quick. I guess what I'm wondering is if I want a Big Apple-ish smooth ride quality, is a 650b conversion gonna give it to me, or should I go all the way and get a 29er frame? On Jul 19, 3:35 pm, colin p. cummings colinthehip...@gmail.com wrote: I ran 559 big apples (50mm width) on my bleriot after running 650b for over a year, and I really enjoyed the ride. At about 50 psi the apples are soft but quick and I really dug the all black look. colin cummings amarillo, tx On Jul 19, 8:31 am, mr.trout ianet...@yahoo.com wrote: I am contemplating doing the big change over. Can anyone please explain the difference in ride qualities in something like Big Apples vs. a nice pair of 650b tires? Demi-balloon vs balloon? Would the 650b tires feel a little quicker? 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: Tires for Sam Hillborne
I wonder if the 50mm Big Apples (LiteSkin) fit, since acc. to rivbike.com they measure 44.5mm (presumably on the Riv-standard Synergy rim). Has anyone tried them? For mostly dirt, I put on 42mm IRC Mythos XC Pro Slicks (a true 42mm wide on Synergies), which are great off road and a bit buzzy on road, though I ride both 35mm Paselas and 33 Jack Browns off-road if the majority of the ride is on pavement. Interesting to hear that the 38mm Marathon Racers seem faster than the 35mm Paselas, but then I looked at Michael_S's flickr feed and noticed that he has the TourGuard Paselas. I say that because I just got the non-TG 35mm Paselas (a true 35mm on Synergies) and think they are as fast rolling as the 33mm Jack Brown Greens (also without the puncture protection strip). Due to their higher weight the Paselas do accelerate more slowly than the JBs, but they also coast forever. Gernot On Jul 20, 3:00 am, Michael_S mikeybi...@rocketmail.com wrote: I started with Schwalbe 40mm Smart Sams on my Sam ,a kinda cross tire with knobs, fab in the dirt but slooow on long paved sections. I switched to a 35mm Pasela's, faster on the road and just OK in the dirt. On the Smart Sams I could go pretty fast thru downhill dirt corners, not so on the Paselas. Then I picked up the 38mm Schwalbe Marathon Racer's, much lower rolling resistance (faster) on pavement then the Pasela, and about the same in the dirt. I'm pretty happy with the Racer...except that goathead day, when I ended up with 20 or so on the back and close to that on the front. http://www.flickr.com/photos/37347...@n05/4568075881/in/set-721576231... Lotsa choices...you have to pick something that works for your riding skills and terrain ~Mike~ On Jul 19, 11:13 am, jlvota jlv...@ilstu.edu wrote: I have ridden limestone with 32mm Panaracer RiBMos and had absolutely no complaints. The ride was smooth but still fast, and the 32mm tires felt like a perfect match for that terrain; even on the few loose spots and bumpy wash-outs. The person I was ridding with was using 28mm Coninental Gatorskins and he also seemed to think that they were a very good fit (it is important to note that he is also a triathelete and roadie who frequently rides bikes with ~23mm tires so 28mm to him is fat). Contrary to that, I know many people who have ridden the same trail with ~2.1 mountain tires and also have no complaints, and think that the hard-packed limestone is very forgiving and enjoyable for almost any type of tire with a conservative tread 28mm. I think that with limestone, a lot of the cush you are seeking comes from the trail itself as well as the tire. On Jul 19, 8:49 am, EricP ericpl...@aol.com wrote: Been contemplating tires again on my Hillborne. About a week and a half ago, pulled the Schwalbe Marathon Supreme 700x40 off and went with the positively skinny Panaracer Pasela TG 700x35. Now, while these tires seem heavier than the Schwalbe, paradoxically the bike seems faster. However, part of me is going why not shove in the biggest tire the bike can take with fenders? Then I could slightly lower the pressure and go for more cush. Incidently, next weekend will be riding on a limestone rail/trail. Something worth considering. Maybe the 35s are too skinny for that type of adventure? Opinions? Eric Platt St. Paul, MN- 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.
Re: [RBW] bike campsites near san diego?
Manny, Check out Carlsbad and Cardiff. I think the Cardiff one is called San Elijo. I stayed there. Great breakfast spot named Pipes across PCH. And great body-surfing. You're going to have a great ride. -Jim W. p.s. Also, if you like donuts, VG's donuts in Cardiff is really good. For pizza, Pizza Port just down the way in Solana Beach. And my favorite coffee lounge (probably anywhere) is Java Depot in Solana Beach. I lived in Solana Beach in college from 88 to 92, the golden age of a certain bike company that many of us know. I scraped together $550 and bought the '91 MB-4 (the lugged, Ritchey Made in Japan one!) What a deal! Lacking a car, I got around quite a bit on that bike in my last year of college. Trips to Java Depot, me on my MB-4 and my bro on the MB-3 of the same year, his purple, mine rich red. Heavenly! Oh Manny, back on topic. If you are so inclined, throw some discs into the panniers and go to the Disc Golf Course in Balboa Park. Fun time. And if you burn up the daylight down there like I did, you can just take the Coaster train back north to Encinitas, with your bike securely held by velcro. -Original Message- From: manueljohnacosta manueljohnaco...@hotmail.com Sent: Jul 20, 2010 3:50 PM To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] bike campsites near san diego? Doing a solo bike tour down to san diego any one know some good campsites between la and san Diego? thanks -Manny -- 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: bike campsites near san diego?
Manny, Don't infer from my message that Carlsbad and Cardiff are the two that will get you two nights from LA to SD. They are near each other, so they would be two options for you for the San Diego night. Further north for the previous night, I'm not sure where you go - maybe Doheney, which is in Capistrano Beach. But the distance from Doheney to Cardiff isn't super-duper long. It's worth looking into. -Jim W. -Original Message- From: manueljohnacosta manueljohnaco...@hotmail.com Sent: Jul 20, 2010 4:40 PM To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] Re: bike campsites near san diego? thanks any particular places? I only need two places between la and san diego On Jul 19, 11:38 pm, Michael_S mikeybi...@rocketmail.com wrote: Most of the State Beaches have Hiker/biker sites that require no reservations, those would be your best bet. You can't check in until 4pm and have to be out by 9am and it's $5-10 per night depending on the location. ~Mike~ On Jul 19, 10:50 pm, manueljohnacosta manueljohnaco...@hotmail.com wrote: Doing a solo bike tour down to san diego any one know some good campsites between la and san Diego? thanks -Manny -- 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: 650b vs. Big Apples
I guess what I'm wondering is if I want a Big Apple-ish smooth ride quality, is a 650b conversion gonna give it to me, or should I go all the way and get a 29er frame? As I say above, I mounted 700x60 BAs on a custom touring frame. My bike was not a 29er - BAs fit the Riv Atlantis as well. I have also ridden a 650b frame with Hetres. My road frame, though wide enough to fit BAs was custom speced for 700x32 tires. The added size of the BAs made the bike higher than I liked. The ride was cush and did not seem terribly slow to me. I am not a fast rider in any event. The Hetre equipped 650b frame did not put me up as high as the 700 BA frame. The Hetres are very cush tires. The ride was livelier than my 700 BA frame - but then the bike was designed for event rides, not self supported touring. I can not say unequivocally that Hetres allow faster riding. They are lighter, more narrow tires than the BA. All else being equal, if I were on a beach or a gravel or pot hole filled road, I would rather the BAs. Otherwise, Hetres are great. Before doing the conversion, you are going to want to be sure your bike will fit a Hetre. Hetres may not be BA width, but are still big tires. On Jul 19, 7:23 pm, mr.trout ianet...@yahoo.com wrote: so the decision would be to either convert a current frame to 650b, or buy a 29er for the BAs. my understanding is that the benefits of both 650b and BAs is they're soft but quick. I guess what I'm wondering is if I want a Big Apple-ish smooth ride quality, is a 650b conversion gonna give it to me, or should I go all the way and get a 29er frame? On Jul 19, 3:35 pm, colin p. cummings colinthehip...@gmail.com wrote: I ran 559 big apples (50mm width) on my bleriot after running 650b for over a year, and I really enjoyed the ride. At about 50 psi the apples are soft but quick and I really dug the all black look. colin cummings amarillo, tx On Jul 19, 8:31 am, mr.trout ianet...@yahoo.com wrote: I am contemplating doing the big change over. Can anyone please explain the difference in ride qualities in something like Big Apples vs. a nice pair of 650b tires? Demi-balloon vs balloon? Would the 650b tires feel a little quicker? Thanks.- 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.
[RBW] Re: Tires for Sam Hillborne
Thanks for the advice so far. Put the Marathon Supremes back on the Hillborne last night. Unfortunately, noted a sidewall abraison on one tire. Not big, but it is bulging. Rode it to work today. Maybe not confident enough for this weekend. Strange as there seems to be no injury. Just threads breaking where the reflective strip overlaps itself. Must have rubbed it up against something. If I can get a replacement in time, will keep the Supreme tires on the Hillborne. The extra cushion seems worth it. Eric Platt St. Paul, MN On Jul 20, 4:44 am, Earl Grey earlg...@gmail.com wrote: I wonder if the 50mm Big Apples (LiteSkin) fit, since acc. to rivbike.com they measure 44.5mm (presumably on the Riv-standard Synergy rim). Has anyone tried them? For mostly dirt, I put on 42mm IRC Mythos XC Pro Slicks (a true 42mm wide on Synergies), which are great off road and a bit buzzy on road, though I ride both 35mm Paselas and 33 Jack Browns off-road if the majority of the ride is on pavement. Interesting to hear that the 38mm Marathon Racers seem faster than the 35mm Paselas, but then I looked at Michael_S's flickr feed and noticed that he has the TourGuard Paselas. I say that because I just got the non-TG 35mm Paselas (a true 35mm on Synergies) and think they are as fast rolling as the 33mm Jack Brown Greens (also without the puncture protection strip). Due to their higher weight the Paselas do accelerate more slowly than the JBs, but they also coast forever. Gernot On Jul 20, 3:00 am, Michael_S mikeybi...@rocketmail.com wrote: I started with Schwalbe 40mm Smart Sams on my Sam ,a kinda cross tire with knobs, fab in the dirt but slooow on long paved sections. I switched to a 35mm Pasela's, faster on the road and just OK in the dirt. On the Smart Sams I could go pretty fast thru downhill dirt corners, not so on the Paselas. Then I picked up the 38mm Schwalbe Marathon Racer's, much lower rolling resistance (faster) on pavement then the Pasela, and about the same in the dirt. I'm pretty happy with the Racer...except that goathead day, when I ended up with 20 or so on the back and close to that on the front. http://www.flickr.com/photos/37347...@n05/4568075881/in/set-721576231... Lotsa choices...you have to pick something that works for your riding skills and terrain ~Mike~ On Jul 19, 11:13 am, jlvota jlv...@ilstu.edu wrote: I have ridden limestone with 32mm Panaracer RiBMos and had absolutely no complaints. The ride was smooth but still fast, and the 32mm tires felt like a perfect match for that terrain; even on the few loose spots and bumpy wash-outs. The person I was ridding with was using 28mm Coninental Gatorskins and he also seemed to think that they were a very good fit (it is important to note that he is also a triathelete and roadie who frequently rides bikes with ~23mm tires so 28mm to him is fat). Contrary to that, I know many people who have ridden the same trail with ~2.1 mountain tires and also have no complaints, and think that the hard-packed limestone is very forgiving and enjoyable for almost any type of tire with a conservative tread 28mm. I think that with limestone, a lot of the cush you are seeking comes from the trail itself as well as the tire. On Jul 19, 8:49 am, EricP ericpl...@aol.com wrote: Been contemplating tires again on my Hillborne. About a week and a half ago, pulled the Schwalbe Marathon Supreme 700x40 off and went with the positively skinny Panaracer Pasela TG 700x35. Now, while these tires seem heavier than the Schwalbe, paradoxically the bike seems faster. However, part of me is going why not shove in the biggest tire the bike can take with fenders? Then I could slightly lower the pressure and go for more cush. Incidently, next weekend will be riding on a limestone rail/trail. Something worth considering. Maybe the 35s are too skinny for that type of adventure? Opinions? Eric Platt St. Paul, MN- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text -- 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.
[RBW] Re: Newbie here: Are Phil Wood hubs worth it.
Is the original poster confused?? Sorry, the discussion around index shifting got rather technical. Please let us know if there are any unanswered questions! -- 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] La Ruta Loca / Rough Riders Rally reports?
on 7/19/10 4:54 PM, Jim M. at mather...@gmail.com wrote: Did anyone ride either of these? How about a ride report? There were a few ride reports for the LRLR posted to the SF Randon group - http://groups.google.com/group/sfrandon/topics?hl=en Look for JimG, Carlos, and John P who all posted reports, plus some others. I think the Rough Rider thing is next weekend - 7/23-25 There were a bunch of images on Flickr from the SFR Populaire, which took place Saturday (without me oh well.) - J -- Jim Edgar cyclofi...@earthlink.net That which is overdesigned, too highly specific, anticipates outcome; the anticipation of outcome guarantees, if not failure, the absence of grace. William Gibson - All Tomorrow's Parties -- 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: who needs carbon? (healdsburg century ride)
With all due respect, the new MINI may not be like the old Mini, but it is a far cry from a travesty. ;) It still corners like mad, probably only bested on the autocross circuit by the Miata, but the MINI is a much more refined automobile. It really is some impressive German engineering. I'm used to driving german cars which are known for their handling characteristics compared to japanese and american cars, but the first time I drove the MINI I nearly shat my pants from excitement the first time i took a casual 90 corner through an intersection. lol On Jul 18, 7:56 pm, PATRICK MOORE bertin...@gmail.com wrote: I am impressed; I wish I could average 18+ mph for 62 miles. Regarding the Mini Cooper: you mean the original, not the modern travesty, I hope. I remember hitching a ride in one of the originals, circa age 15, 1970, outskirts of Nairobi, Kenya, and the young Brit hitting 80 on the 1/2 miles straights of the narrow, shoulderless, winding Limuru road just north of Muthaiga. But straight line stability, intuitive cornering is for me a hallmark of Riv bike design. -- 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: Newbie here: Are Phil Wood hubs worth it.
Hear hear! Yes, my apologies! As much as I love my Phil wheel, I'd've stayed with XT hubs if I hadn't had so many wheel issues previously OR if I'd wanted particularly to stick with cassettes. And I believe I wouldn't have had prior wheel problems if I weighed 225 instead of 250. I'd save the money or spend it on a rack and/or a nice bag. Or maybe a *really* good lock; those Betty Foys are sharp! :) Yours, Thomas Lynn Skean On Jul 20, 8:11 am, Ginz theg...@gmail.com wrote: Is the original poster confused?? Sorry, the discussion around index shifting got rather technical. Please let us know if there are any unanswered questions! -- 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: 650b vs. Big Apples
Note that, all else being equal, a bigger wheel will give you a smoother ride and roll faster, so a 622 BA wheel does not lose as much to a smaller but lighter 584 wheel with a more supple tire than otherwise might be the case. The overall diameter of an inflated 60 mm BA is indeed 29 inches. Further, a 35 mm 622 wheel might indeed be as smooth as a 40 mm 584 wheel thanks to its bigger size. Note further that even the Liteskin version of the 60 mm 622 Ba weighs 800 grams. It is ponderous. So, the next question is, what sort of riding? BAs are overkill for anything except huge potholes, rough cobble, tree roots and sand. If you want off road, get a 29er. If you want rough but not torn up pavement, the next question is: How fat a 622 tire can your current frame accept? If it can take a 35, then why bother with a 40 mm 584? What you gain in width you lose in diameter. AFAICT, the sole advantage of 650b is putting reasonably fat tires on a 622 frame that can take only sub 1 tires. On Mon, Jul 19, 2010 at 6:23 PM, mr.trout ianet...@yahoo.com wrote: so the decision would be to either convert a current frame to 650b, or buy a 29er for the BAs. my understanding is that the benefits of both 650b and BAs is they're soft but quick. I guess what I'm wondering is if I want a Big Apple-ish smooth ride quality, is a 650b conversion gonna give it to me, or should I go all the way and get a 29er frame? On Jul 19, 3:35 pm, colin p. cummings colinthehip...@gmail.com wrote: I ran 559 big apples (50mm width) on my bleriot after running 650b for over a year, and I really enjoyed the ride. At about 50 psi the apples are soft but quick and I really dug the all black look. colin cummings amarillo, tx On Jul 19, 8:31 am, mr.trout ianet...@yahoo.com wrote: I am contemplating doing the big change over. Can anyone please explain the difference in ride qualities in something like Big Apples vs. a nice pair of 650b tires? Demi-balloon vs balloon? Would the 650b tires feel a little quicker? 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 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 -- 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: 650b vs. Big Apples
The 60m Liteskins on my Modified Monocog 29er weigh 800 gr each, which is 100 grams less than the standard version. On Tue, Jul 20, 2010 at 2:53 AM, Earl Grey earlg...@gmail.com wrote: There is a LightSkin version of the BAs that shaves 200g off each tire, due to folding bead and lighter sidewall, and thus they should be even cushier in addition to being lighter. I have been wanting to try them on my Fisher Sphinx monster cross. Ideally you would try out a Hetre-equipped 650B, and a BA equipped 700C bike and see how they feel. Where do you live? Maybe some friendly locals will let you test-ride their bikes? Gernot On Jul 20, 7:23 am, mr.trout ianet...@yahoo.com wrote: so the decision would be to either convert a current frame to 650b, or buy a 29er for the BAs. my understanding is that the benefits of both 650b and BAs is they're soft but quick. I guess what I'm wondering is if I want a Big Apple-ish smooth ride quality, is a 650b conversion gonna give it to me, or should I go all the way and get a 29er frame? On Jul 19, 3:35 pm, colin p. cummings colinthehip...@gmail.com wrote: I ran 559 big apples (50mm width) on my bleriot after running 650b for over a year, and I really enjoyed the ride. At about 50 psi the apples are soft but quick and I really dug the all black look. colin cummings amarillo, tx On Jul 19, 8:31 am, mr.trout ianet...@yahoo.com wrote: I am contemplating doing the big change over. Can anyone please explain the difference in ride qualities in something like Big Apples vs. a nice pair of 650b tires? Demi-balloon vs balloon? Would the 650b tires feel a little quicker? 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 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 -- 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: Shimano 16T freewheel, free, but you pay postage
Taken, thanks. On Jul 19, 10:36 pm, RonLau ron...@ronlau.com wrote: Found my bags of freewheel, not doing SS anymore, so here it is for those who can use it. Free but you pay postage, best guess will cost you 3 to 5 ship to US. Send me a email offlist please. Ron -- 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] Removing Cork Grips
Ok, how much trouble am I in? I glued my cork grips with Household Hogar's and now think I might want to swap out the stem. How nasty of a job would it be to remove one grip? -- 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: 650b vs. Big Apples
I've had both. I originally had a 26in wheeled Allrounder that I later converted to 650B. Sold it. Years later, I now have a Surly LHT with 26x2.3 Big Apples. And I just bought a new-to-me Rivendell 650B with Hetres. Having gone back and forth, I'd say that the 650B spins up easier, carries momentum better, and has similar if not better cushion. The biggest draw back to the 26in wheels for me (totally subjective here!) is that they are slower to accelerate to speed and seemed to slow down as soon as I let off the gas. This is due in large part to the giant 2.3 inch Apples that I am running, but it was also my experience with the Conti Top Touring 1.75 and other tires. I think the 650B is just magic or something. I also sold my 29ers and now ride a 650B mountain bike. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-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] 53 cm atlantis and 56 cm quickbeam on ebay
Anyone interested below are the links. http://cgi.ebay.com/RIVENDELL-ATLANTIS-TOURING-COMMUTER-AND-ROAD-BIKE-/130411797551?cmd=ViewItempt=Road_Bikeshash=item1e5d261c2f http://cgi.ebay.com/Rivendell-Quickbeam-56cm-/330451742585?cmd=ViewItempt=Road_Bikeshash=item4cf0756f79 Bruce -- 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] Quickbeam Aftermath
As a few folks know, my chain broke towards the end of Ron's Fixed-Gear Ride a couple weekends ago. http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclofiend/4781439710 Since the Quickbeam was in fixed-gear mode, it dropped to the pavement and then wrapped itself quickly around the rear sprocket. Not something I'd encountered before - either in terms of breakage or result - but with a few years of riding fixed, that's the first time for either. I hit the brakes quickly, but the chain looped around and jammed up the rear wheel. I had to lead it out and give a good tug on the chain as I turned the wheel backwards. Finally had the gumption to scrub it down and take a look at the damage last night. It's definitely got some gouges, but I just wanted to publicly thank Grant for spec'ing the thick-n-meaty steel dropouts on the Quickbeam. http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclofiend/4811478864 Not pretty, but plenty left to play with. Since I was going over the frame in minute detail, I snapped some more photos of the general condition after being ridden pretty regularly for a few years. http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclofiend/sets/72157624541784930 (I know the topic has come up a couple of times - there's a pretty good image of chainring/chainstay/chainring bolt/bb lug clearance.) - Jim -- Jim Edgar cyclofi...@earthlink.net Cyclofiend Bicycle Photo Galleries - http://www.cyclofiend.com Current Classics - Cross Bikes Singlespeed - Working Bikes Whatever you do will be insignificant, but it is very important that you do it. Mahatma Gandhi -- 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: Removing Cork Grips
I got real lucky once. Applying steadily increasing pressure twist movement, the grip popped off in one piece with minimal muck on the bar. The other times, even lately when I used Elmer's wood glue, my luck did not hold - rather the glue did. The grip broke apart leaving chunks on the bar. Took a long to clean. My reference here is to the Portuguese made Meisha's Cork Grips. May be different with the other brand. On Jul 20, 10:14 am, Ginz theg...@gmail.com wrote: Ok, how much trouble am I in? I glued my cork grips with Household Hogar's and now think I might want to swap out the stem. How nasty of a job would it be to remove one grip? -- 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] Quickbeam Aftermath
What I want to know is, did the peloton stop and wait for you? From: CycloFiend cyclofi...@earthlink.net To: rbw group rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Tue, July 20, 2010 10:35:55 AM Subject: [RBW] Quickbeam Aftermath As a few folks know, my chain broke towards the end of Ron's Fixed-Gear Ride a couple weekends ago. -- 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] Quickbeam Aftermath
on 7/20/10 9:38 AM, Bruce at fullylug...@yahoo.com wrote: What I want to know is, did the peloton stop and wait for you? Ha! I was actually on my own at this point, heading north again. It's a pretty rough crowd, though. So, I'm sure if they had scented blood in the water, it would have been no-holds-barred... - J -- Jim Edgar cyclofi...@earthlink.net Cyclofiend Bicycle Photo Galleries - http://www.cyclofiend.com Current Classics - Cross Bikes Singlespeed - Working Bikes Gallery updates now appear here - http://cyclofiend.blogspot.com I had to ride slow because I was taking my guerrilla route, the one I follow when I assume that everyone in a car is out to get me. -- Neal Stephenson, Zodiac -- 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: 53 cm atlantis and 56 cm quickbeam on ebay
Sorry to add this, but one of my good friend wants to sell his 56cm Altantis as well, it is the first generation (sorry, I don't know all the details between generations) He is looking to sell it for a reasonable price but he is not giving it away. So, if you or know someone are looking for a 56cm Atlantis, let me know. On Jul 20, 8:06 am, Bruce Baker bkno...@gmail.com wrote: Anyone interested below are the links. http://cgi.ebay.com/RIVENDELL-ATLANTIS-TOURING-COMMUTER-AND-ROAD-BIKE...http://cgi.ebay.com/Rivendell-Quickbeam-56cm-/330451742585?cmd=ViewIt... Bruce -- 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: Quickbeam Aftermath
Bruce, For the record, if this were to happen when I am around, I will stop to help for sure. It is part of being in a group ride, I was taught. Once we dropped someone, approx. a mile, then we got yell at by the leader for not waiting for the slow rider. I broke a chain before, without someone looking out for you, I would be stuck there in the middle or nowhere for a while. The group took turn to push me all the way to a bike shop to replace a chain, that is group ride in my book. Ron On Jul 20, 9:38 am, Bruce fullylug...@yahoo.com wrote: What I want to know is, did the peloton stop and wait for you? From: CycloFiend cyclofi...@earthlink.net To: rbw group rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Tue, July 20, 2010 10:35:55 AM Subject: [RBW] Quickbeam Aftermath As a few folks know, my chain broke towards the end of Ron's Fixed-Gear Ride a couple weekends ago. -- 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: who needs carbon? (healdsburg century ride)
Congrats Don, sounds like you were crankin'! I just did my first century in 15 years this weekend. It feels great, doesn't it? We had a '03 new Mini for five years, sold it almost a year ago and went car-free after a) our six-year old son getting too big for the back seat and b) getting completely frustrated by the cost of maintenance. :) Had to replace the clutch at 53,000 miles--just out of warranty--to the tune of $2,500. (A known issue, I found out later from my BMW motorcycle dealership.) Brake pad replacement was $1,200, because you have to replace rotors as well. It was a complete and utter blast to drive, and I'm glad we had the experience, but I would not buy another one. I'm happy to have motorcycles or bicycles with character, but I prefer my automobiles inexpensive and reliable. Rob in Seattle On Jul 20, 2010, at 6:28 AM, d2mini wrote: With all due respect, the new MINI may not be like the old Mini, but it is a far cry from a travesty. ;) -- 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] Ms Foy for my wife
In a fit of spousal munificence, I am postponing plans to buy a Bombadil so that I can get my wife a Betty Foy. She's unlikely to turn into a long-distance rider, but hope I'll have her along for a few miles of store hopping and socializing (over flat ground). Your comments on these matters are much appreciated: 1) My wife has the long-legged, short-body proportions of many females, with PBH that's probably going to land in the low to mid-80s (a 58 cm frame) but an upper body that may be better suited to shorter virtual top tube (the 52 cm frame, which to my eye, has the more elegant tube angles). Any observations on the slack in the Betty Foy's two frame sizes (is frame size relatively less important with these bikes than with, say, the AHH/Saluki)? 2) She has a low tolerance for complicated shifters, and it's unlikely she will need a wide gear range _ but I'm not keen on 8-speed internal hubs. Any thoughts on whether an 8-speed cassette with single chainring in front can be set up to suit the needs of an occasional, inexperienced 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.
[RBW] Re: Ms Foy for my wife
I'm in the process of setting up a Riv-mixte for my wife as well. She liked the black and gold, so she's getting an Yves Gomez. 1. I think she will find that with the Albatross bars the reach on the 58 will still be quite manageable. I'd urge you to get the 58. Speak with the folks at Riv, but that's my opinion. 2. A 1x8 or 1x9 can give you a magnificent range. Like a single 40 tooth ring on an 11-32 could have you covered for just about anything. Or, maybe you should set up the 24/40/chainguard setup that Keven put on the 'dream Bombadil'. She'll live in the 40, and move to the 24 ring only in extreme circumstances. Spring for Thumbies and indexing barcons. Nothing shifts easier, and that's still way cheaper and way lighter than an internal hub. On Jul 20, 9:52 am, MobileBill bud...@mindspring.com wrote: In a fit of spousal munificence, I am postponing plans to buy a Bombadil so that I can get my wife a Betty Foy. She's unlikely to turn into a long-distance rider, but hope I'll have her along for a few miles of store hopping and socializing (over flat ground). Your comments on these matters are much appreciated: 1) My wife has the long-legged, short-body proportions of many females, with PBH that's probably going to land in the low to mid-80s (a 58 cm frame) but an upper body that may be better suited to shorter virtual top tube (the 52 cm frame, which to my eye, has the more elegant tube angles). Any observations on the slack in the Betty Foy's two frame sizes (is frame size relatively less important with these bikes than with, say, the AHH/Saluki)? 2) She has a low tolerance for complicated shifters, and it's unlikely she will need a wide gear range _ but I'm not keen on 8-speed internal hubs. Any thoughts on whether an 8-speed cassette with single chainring in front can be set up to suit the needs of an occasional, inexperienced 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] Re: Ms Foy for my wife
On Tue, Jul 20, 2010 at 1:33 PM, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: I'm in the process of setting up a Riv-mixte for my wife as well. She liked the black and gold, so she's getting an Yves Gomez. 1. I think she will find that with the Albatross bars the reach on the 58 will still be quite manageable. I'd urge you to get the 58. Speak with the folks at Riv, but that's my opinion. 2. A 1x8 or 1x9 can give you a magnificent range. Like a single 40 tooth ring on an 11-32 could have you covered for just about anything. Or, maybe you should set up the 24/40/chainguard setup that Keven put on the 'dream Bombadil'. She'll live in the 40, and move to the 24 ring only in extreme circumstances. Spring for Thumbies and indexing barcons. Nothing shifts easier, and that's still way cheaper and way lighter than an internal hub. The only disadvantage to a derailler is not being able to shift at a stop. -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 at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Re: 650b vs. Big Apples
On Tue, Jul 20, 2010 at 4:45 AM, Ken R wken...@aol.com wrote: The biggest draw back to the 26in wheels for me (totally subjective here!) is that they are slower to accelerate to speed and seemed to slow down as soon as I let off the gas. This is due in large part to the giant 2.3 inch Apples that I am running, but it was also my experience with the Conti Top Touring 1.75 and other tires. The slow acceleration is probably a tire issue, either weight or casing stiffness. All things being equal, rapid acceleration and rapid deceleration go together. That is certainly true of the ~1550 gram wheels with supple 200 gram tires for my two 26 inch Riv Roads, and it is also true for the 60 mm BA 29er compared to the 60 mm 26er it replaced. -- Patrick Moore Albuquerque, NM For professional resumes, contact Patrick Moore, ACRW at resumespecialt...@gmail.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 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] Ride report and photos from much-discussed SFR 115K Populaire
The spirit of this ride was just fantastic. Lots of first time rando riders, and lots, LOTS, of beautiful bikes, with plenty of Rivs (if not Riv riders, including Gino, Franklyn, Clayton... and some other folks from here). I had a great time on the Protovelo. The bike had been up at my mother-in-law's near Walnut Creek since April. I put on Nitto 135 Rando bars and an 8mm stem to shorten the reach (60mm tt). It felt fantastic. Lots more here: http://veloflaneur.wordpress.com/2010/07/20/when-driving-500-miles-is-worth-it-sfr-populaire-2010/ Photos here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/25671...@n02/sets/72157624403568465/ Tired, but happy I made the trip, Esteban San Diego, Calif. -- 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] 1 1/8 threaded bicycle 1' nitto stem ?
Hello, my Riv is going to be shutdown for a little while for some upgrades/repairs. I have a backup frame that has a 1 1/8 threaded steer tube. Does anyone know of an adapter for a threaded nitto 1' stem to fit in the 1 1/8 threaded tube? I see a few adapters for the opposite conversion. 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: Ride report and photos from much-discussed SFR 115K Populaire
Excellent write up, Esteban. Even though your pictures don't confirm your presence, I saw you in other riders photostreams. I really wanted to do that ride, but the life wasn't allowing it. Curious, did you feel your freedom and individuality unacceptably repressed by the regimentation of the cards, controls, and rules? Doesn't seem like it, but maybe you are just a follower by nature. (tongue in cheek) :) On Jul 20, 11:33 am, Esteban kemm...@gmail.com wrote: The spirit of this ride was just fantastic. Lots of first time rando riders, and lots, LOTS, of beautiful bikes, with plenty of Rivs (if not Riv riders, including Gino, Franklyn, Clayton... and some other folks from here). I had a great time on the Protovelo. The bike had been up at my mother-in-law's near Walnut Creek since April. I put on Nitto 135 Rando bars and an 8mm stem to shorten the reach (60mm tt). It felt fantastic. Lots more here: http://veloflaneur.wordpress.com/2010/07/20/when-driving-500-miles-is... Photos here:http://www.flickr.com/photos/25671...@n02/sets/72157624403568465/ Tired, but happy I made the trip, Esteban San Diego, Calif. -- 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: Rivendell as a beater bike?
Your talk of locks and paint chips reminds me that I'd really like to see Rivendell sell a [tweed] Sackville u-lock cozy. Mmmm. Or maybe I should just figure out how to acquire a couple of these: http://flic.kr/p/79a1qC. -nathan On Sun, Jul 18, 2010 at 8:49 AM, jamison brosseau jamison.bross...@gmail.com wrote: i agree with charlie. they are just bikes. i ride both of mine and soon to be a third daily in NYC. they get locked outside for hours (two u locks and a cable). all that locking nicks up the paint pretty bad, but they still ride great, and in my opinion look better with age and use. last year i bought a used rockhopper to use as a beater, it was great at first and slowly i started swapping parts and upgrading it, pretty soon i was into the bike for over $1200, and couldn't think of it as a beater anymore. i guess im not capable of having a beater ( ie a bike i don't care about or am not worried about) thats why now i only have rivs(dad has the rockhopper). i like the way they ride and don't want anything else (at least for now). i have renters insurance that will cover my bikes if stolen, and a new paint job if i decide to get one is pretty affordable. no beaters not now not ever. all that being said, if one of my bikes (or my old rockhopper) got stolen i would be sad, but i would get a new one, thats what insurance is for. whats the big deal? if salt and snow is a concern maybe a second wheelset would make sense. happy sunday jamison brosseau On Jul 18, 1:13 am, charlie charles_v...@hotmail.com wrote: Holy cow they are just bicycles ! I don't think a cheaper bicycle would be any less likely to be stolen or damaged by use. Lets face it, you can't take this stuff with you when you die so enjoy it now. Quality things are nice to own and use and.if you can afford something expensive then use it (don't wreck it) but do use it. I wouldn't waste all my hard work on something that just sat in my garage never to be ridden except on a perfectly paved bike path, on a sunny day, when the pollen count and bugs are low and the planets are in perfect alignment. Ghee whizz ! I'm done being dramatic now ; ) -- 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: 1 1/8 threaded bicycle 1' nitto stem ?
This might be more hassle than you are willing to do. But you could install these in your big headtube: http://www.cheapbikeparts360.com/products/wheels-headtube-reducer-shims/ plus a threaded headset, plus your one inch fork, and your Nitto. On my Gunnar Sport with 1 and an eighth headtube, one inch threaded fork, one inch threaded headset, and one inch Salsa quill...this works perfectly and looks darn good too. On Jul 20, 10:36 am, stormlight stormli...@gmail.com wrote: Hello, my Riv is going to be shutdown for a little while for some upgrades/repairs. I have a backup frame that has a 1 1/8 threaded steer tube. Does anyone know of an adapter for a threaded nitto 1' stem to fit in the 1 1/8 threaded tube? I see a few adapters for the opposite conversion. 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: 1 1/8 threaded bicycle 1' nitto stem ?
On Jul 20, 12:36 pm, stormlight stormli...@gmail.com wrote: Hello, my Riv is going to be shutdown for a little while for some upgrades/repairs. I have a backup frame that has a 1 1/8 threaded steer tube. Does anyone know of an adapter for a threaded nitto 1' stem to fit in the 1 1/8 threaded tube? I see a few adapters for the opposite conversion. 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] FS: Reduced Price - Rivendell Bleriot Frameset
51cm, custom dark blue metallic paint by Rivendell, excellent condition, Ultegra headset included. $525 plus shipping. Pics on request. -- 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] WAS: Riv beater NOW: Lock Cozies
Nathan pondered: Your talk of locks and paint chips reminds me that I'd really like to see Rivendell sell a [tweed] Sackville u-lock cozy. Mmmm. Or maybe I should just figure out how to acquire a couple of these: http://flic.kr/p/79a1qC. Yeah, as you might guess, there's a flickr group for that: http://www.flickr.com/groups/1219...@n20/ -- Jon Papa Grant, in SUNNY Austin, Texas -- 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: 1 1/8 threaded bicycle 1' nitto stem ?
Sorry if I just sent a blank post, I got a little ahead of myself. I think that this is what you are looking for: http://www.benscycle.net/index.php?main_page=product_infoproducts_id=6126currency=USD There are many different manufacturers that offer the same product, but I have had good experience with Ben's (no affiliation though). If you are looking at your LBS or somewhere else for it, it is a 28.6mm (1 1/8) to 25.4mm (1) threaded stem reducer. Good luck! On Jul 20, 12:36 pm, stormlight stormli...@gmail.com wrote: Hello, my Riv is going to be shutdown for a little while for some upgrades/repairs. I have a backup frame that has a 1 1/8 threaded steer tube. Does anyone know of an adapter for a threaded nitto 1' stem to fit in the 1 1/8 threaded tube? I see a few adapters for the opposite conversion. 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: Ride report and photos from much-discussed SFR 115K Populaire
You should have seen my eyes roll every time I asked for a receipt :) This was such a great event for SFR and riders in the Bay Area - so many different styles and new riders. On Jul 20, 12:22 pm, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: Excellent write up, Esteban. Even though your pictures don't confirm your presence, I saw you in other riders photostreams. I really wanted to do that ride, but the life wasn't allowing it. Curious, did you feel your freedom and individuality unacceptably repressed by the regimentation of the cards, controls, and rules? Doesn't seem like it, but maybe you are just a follower by nature. (tongue in cheek) :) On Jul 20, 11:33 am, Esteban kemm...@gmail.com wrote: The spirit of this ride was just fantastic. Lots of first time rando riders, and lots, LOTS, of beautiful bikes, with plenty of Rivs (if not Riv riders, including Gino, Franklyn, Clayton... and some other folks from here). I had a great time on the Protovelo. The bike had been up at my mother-in-law's near Walnut Creek since April. I put on Nitto 135 Rando bars and an 8mm stem to shorten the reach (60mm tt). It felt fantastic. Lots more here: http://veloflaneur.wordpress.com/2010/07/20/when-driving-500-miles-is... Photos here:http://www.flickr.com/photos/25671...@n02/sets/72157624403568465/ Tired, but happy I made the trip, Esteban San Diego, Calif. -- 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: Rivendell Rambouillet
Price reduced to 1400 + shipping and paypal fees. If you just want the F/F/HS, 975 + shipping and paypal On Jun 27, 2:19 pm, bcs bcsp...@yahoo.com wrote: I am a lurker here but haven't really posted. This bike will be appreciated here, if anywhere. for sale is my 56 cm Rivendell Rambouillet (2006). Link to photos http://www.flickr.com/photos/31807...@n06/page2/ Has about 5-6000 miles. Has been Frame Savered annually. It has been ridden in the rain (Failed PBP attempt, 2007) but never crashed, dropped, etc. There are definitely some scratches in the paint as I tried to show in the photos, (worst by the LL in Rambouillet on the downtube) but still in what I would call good to VG condition for a bike that has been ridden on a number of long brevets. Why the sale? I haven't been riding it much. Used my Serotta for this season’s brevets. It is a better fit for me but obviously lacks some of the functionality of the Rivendell. This sale will partially fund a custom “Randonneuse” that my wife doesn’t know about yet. The Specs: BB Drop 77mm Standover at mid TT 80.2 cm ST angle 72 HT angle 72 Rake 52 TT 56 Chain stay 43.5 cm Nitto seat post (27.2) Nitto Noodle Bars 44 cm Nitto Technomic deluxe stem 10 cm Dura-Ace bar end shifters 2 Nitto Touring bottle cages Sugino XD 48/36/26 170 mm crank length Ultegra chain 9 speed Ultegra cassette 12-27 Shimano 105 front derailer Shimano LX rapid rise rear derailer Araya rims 700c/105 hubs Pedals, computer, saddle not included Also available: SKS fenders 35mm Nitto R 14 rack with B+M 4D Toplight Nitto Lamp Holder (not pictured) Carradice Rack Top bag in excellent condition (not pictured) Asking $1500 Firm + Shipping + paypal fees (or you can send funds as a gift). I would prefer to sell as a complete bike and not part it out. Thanks for looking. email me with questions bcsptca -at- yahoo dot com Bruce -- 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] What's left: size 44 but fit like 43 1/2 nice Vittoria sheepskin lined riding shoes, aftermarket rubber bottoms and heels, vg.
The soles and heels are very little worn. The goop on the soles is a Shoe Goo-like substance to give more grip on a track pedal; it works. http://picasaweb.google.com/BERTIN753/ForSale#5496098932757913170 http://picasaweb.google.com/BERTIN753/ForSale#5496098938815176322 http://picasaweb.google.com/BERTIN753/ForSale#5496098943792387602 $50 shipped CONUS. -- Patrick Moore Albuquerque, NM For professional resumes, contact Patrick Moore, ACRW at resumespecialt...@gmail.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 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: Ride report and photos from much-discussed SFR 115K Populaire
Looks like a wonderful ride, Esteban! Thanks for the photos and the writeup. I ended up having a doozy of a couple days beforehand, sleep bike repair wise, and ended up not being able to make it. My new rule is to not do any bike repair the night before an event. :) Luckily I was able to still take the RB-1 for a nice 50 mile Marin jaunt in the afternoon. Who is in for the SFR Winters 200k in October? It looks like an interesting route. I haven't done any riding out there before. -nathan On Tue, Jul 20, 2010 at 1:04 PM, Esteban proto...@gmail.com wrote: You should have seen my eyes roll every time I asked for a receipt :) This was such a great event for SFR and riders in the Bay Area - so many different styles and new riders. On Jul 20, 12:22 pm, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: Excellent write up, Esteban. Even though your pictures don't confirm your presence, I saw you in other riders photostreams. I really wanted to do that ride, but the life wasn't allowing it. Curious, did you feel your freedom and individuality unacceptably repressed by the regimentation of the cards, controls, and rules? Doesn't seem like it, but maybe you are just a follower by nature. (tongue in cheek) :) On Jul 20, 11:33 am, Esteban kemm...@gmail.com wrote: The spirit of this ride was just fantastic. Lots of first time rando riders, and lots, LOTS, of beautiful bikes, with plenty of Rivs (if not Riv riders, including Gino, Franklyn, Clayton... and some other folks from here). I had a great time on the Protovelo. The bike had been up at my mother-in-law's near Walnut Creek since April. I put on Nitto 135 Rando bars and an 8mm stem to shorten the reach (60mm tt). It felt fantastic. Lots more here: http://veloflaneur.wordpress.com/2010/07/20/when-driving-500-miles-is... Photos here:http://www.flickr.com/photos/25671...@n02/sets/72157624403568465/ Tired, but happy I made the trip, Esteban San Diego, Calif. -- 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: Newbie here: Are Phil Wood hubs worth it.
White industries M15 hubs are pretty much bomb proof - they look perdy - lighter than the Phil's and cost quite a bit less coin. I am not saying they are better then a Phil hub but I've got one on the back of my Bleriot and I am nothing but happy with it .http://www.whiteind.com/rearhubs/cassettehubs.html On Jul 16, 5:02 pm, Powderpiggy ke...@mid-columbia-coho.net wrote: I plan to purchase a Betty FoyI have been oggling the Betty Foy's online since as long as they have been around, and the Glorius before her. This would be my first Riv (and probably only as I don't have huge expendable income). This is a major purchase form me so I am thinking it would be worth it to make sure I don't just go cheap, but get it built up to something that I will love for years and years and not wish I had spent a little more to get an upgrated X or Y. I plan to use the Betty Foy for short tours (7-10 days likely the longest), bike commuting, tootling around town, and perhaps centuries or longer (I have a very lightweight road bike that has served this purpose but is not suited for touring, commuting, tootling, etc). Smy thought is that the wheelset would be the most important thing to upgrade (beyond the 'budget' wheelset. Are the Phil Wood hubs really worth the money? What would you do? I am hugely intimdated by the cost but am intreged with the 'Riv' Phil Wood hubs that work with a freewheel. I have no experience in this area as my only bike has a cassette. What would you upgrade and why? -- 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: Ride report and photos from much-discussed SFR 115K Populaire
There you go again repressing the proletariat. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rAaWvVFERVA On Tue, Jul 20, 2010 at 12:22 PM, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: Excellent write up, Esteban. Even though your pictures don't confirm your presence, I saw you in other riders photostreams. I really wanted to do that ride, but the life wasn't allowing it. Curious, did you feel your freedom and individuality unacceptably repressed by the regimentation of the cards, controls, and rules? Doesn't seem like it, but maybe you are just a follower by nature. (tongue in cheek) :) On Jul 20, 11:33 am, Esteban kemm...@gmail.com wrote: The spirit of this ride was just fantastic. Lots of first time rando riders, and lots, LOTS, of beautiful bikes, with plenty of Rivs (if not Riv riders, including Gino, Franklyn, Clayton... and some other folks from here). I had a great time on the Protovelo. The bike had been up at my mother-in-law's near Walnut Creek since April. I put on Nitto 135 Rando bars and an 8mm stem to shorten the reach (60mm tt). It felt fantastic. Lots more here: http://veloflaneur.wordpress.com/2010/07/20/when-driving-500-miles-is... Photos here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/25671...@n02/sets/72157624403568465/ Tired, but happy I made the trip, Esteban San Diego, Calif. -- 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] Re: bike campsites near san diego?
San Clemente State Park is pretty convenient. About 60 miles from SD. Doheney is nicer, but you're about 20 feet from the train tracks and they have limited spots. San Clemente isn't bad, it's just that their hike/bike camp isn't anything special. But unlimited spots. On Tue, Jul 20, 2010 at 4:33 AM, James Warren jimcwar...@earthlink.netwrote: Manny, Don't infer from my message that Carlsbad and Cardiff are the two that will get you two nights from LA to SD. They are near each other, so they would be two options for you for the San Diego night. Further north for the previous night, I'm not sure where you go - maybe Doheney, which is in Capistrano Beach. But the distance from Doheney to Cardiff isn't super-duper long. It's worth looking into. -Jim W. -Original Message- From: manueljohnacosta manueljohnaco...@hotmail.com Sent: Jul 20, 2010 4:40 PM To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] Re: bike campsites near san diego? thanks any particular places? I only need two places between la and san diego On Jul 19, 11:38 pm, Michael_S mikeybi...@rocketmail.com wrote: Most of the State Beaches have Hiker/biker sites that require no reservations, those would be your best bet. You can't check in until 4pm and have to be out by 9am and it's $5-10 per night depending on the location. ~Mike~ On Jul 19, 10:50 pm, manueljohnacosta manueljohnaco...@hotmail.com wrote: Doing a solo bike tour down to san diego any one know some good campsites between la and san Diego? thanks -Manny -- 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. -- 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: bike campsites near san diego?
I don't think South Carlsbad State Beach has a hiker/biker site. Not sure, but I recall seeing a sign with that info. I've been spending some time down there recently shopping for Real Estate. You should call the State Park you prefer and ask about Hiker/Biker sites. ~Mike~ On Jul 20, 4:33 am, James Warren jimcwar...@earthlink.net wrote: Manny, Don't infer from my message that Carlsbad and Cardiff are the two that will get you two nights from LA to SD. They are near each other, so they would be two options for you for the San Diego night. Further north for the previous night, I'm not sure where you go - maybe Doheney, which is in Capistrano Beach. But the distance from Doheney to Cardiff isn't super-duper long. It's worth looking into. -Jim W. -Original Message- From: manueljohnacosta manueljohnaco...@hotmail.com Sent: Jul 20, 2010 4:40 PM To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] Re: bike campsites near san diego? thanks any particular places? I only need two places between la and san diego On Jul 19, 11:38 pm, Michael_S mikeybi...@rocketmail.com wrote: Most of the State Beaches have Hiker/biker sites that require no reservations, those would be your best bet. You can't check in until 4pm and have to be out by 9am and it's $5-10 per night depending on the location. ~Mike~ On Jul 19, 10:50 pm, manueljohnacosta manueljohnaco...@hotmail.com wrote: Doing a solo bike tour down to san diego any one know some good campsites between la and san Diego? thanks -Manny -- 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.
Re: [RBW] Re: Ms Foy for my wife
I'd recommend a 1X9 as it seems there are wider gearing options with 9 speed. 11-34 cassettes are a nice range for a 1X9. On Tue, Jul 20, 2010 at 10:34 AM, Seth Vidal skvi...@gmail.com wrote: On Tue, Jul 20, 2010 at 1:33 PM, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: I'm in the process of setting up a Riv-mixte for my wife as well. She liked the black and gold, so she's getting an Yves Gomez. 1. I think she will find that with the Albatross bars the reach on the 58 will still be quite manageable. I'd urge you to get the 58. Speak with the folks at Riv, but that's my opinion. 2. A 1x8 or 1x9 can give you a magnificent range. Like a single 40 tooth ring on an 11-32 could have you covered for just about anything. Or, maybe you should set up the 24/40/chainguard setup that Keven put on the 'dream Bombadil'. She'll live in the 40, and move to the 24 ring only in extreme circumstances. Spring for Thumbies and indexing barcons. Nothing shifts easier, and that's still way cheaper and way lighter than an internal hub. The only disadvantage to a derailler is not being able to shift at a stop. -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.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: Removing Cork Grips
Will be interested to read much more on this. I have the traditional Riv Cork Grips, with Elmer's Ultimate, and I would like to remove the grips sometime, to swap out the stem. :) -- 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] Bay Area Folks only
Bay Area Folks, Anyone here has a Burely trailer (double or single) I can borrow for this Sunday? Wife wants to go camping with our 2 years old and there is only so much I can carry. Ron -- 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: Ms Foy for my wife
I have a beater/traveler bike set up with an 8 speed rear and a 42 up front (you can always go smaller). I take it to places with big hills with no problems and love the simplicity of 8 gears. Index the RD with a Barcon on Albatross bars and she'll have a great bike for what you mentioned in my opinion. On Jul 20, 11:52 am, MobileBill bud...@mindspring.com wrote: In a fit of spousal munificence, I am postponing plans to buy a Bombadil so that I can get my wife a Betty Foy. She's unlikely to turn into a long-distance rider, but hope I'll have her along for a few miles of store hopping and socializing (over flat ground). Your comments on these matters are much appreciated: 1) My wife has the long-legged, short-body proportions of many females, with PBH that's probably going to land in the low to mid-80s (a 58 cm frame) but an upper body that may be better suited to shorter virtual top tube (the 52 cm frame, which to my eye, has the more elegant tube angles). Any observations on the slack in the Betty Foy's two frame sizes (is frame size relatively less important with these bikes than with, say, the AHH/Saluki)? 2) She has a low tolerance for complicated shifters, and it's unlikely she will need a wide gear range _ but I'm not keen on 8-speed internal hubs. Any thoughts on whether an 8-speed cassette with single chainring in front can be set up to suit the needs of an occasional, inexperienced 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.
[RBW] Re: You live on a 15% hill, you don't need a singlespeed......
Good gravy if this frame goes for $465 I'm going to squirm On Jul 17, 2:45 am, rb b...@projectblu.com wrote: I DO live on a 15% hill, with some 19% parts; and I DO have a Rohloff hub on a Bob Jackson supertourist...most of the time, like Spinal Tap, I leave it set to 11, as that's the direct drive and set up to be my cruising gear...it IS nice to gear down a bit, but I don't need the big gear drop that the Rohloff offers for just this hill. It IS nice when I'm riding up that hill with 40 lbs of stuff post long ride / yoga / etc. Flip flop hub too big a hassle for 2x a day on a hill. Probably you could get by with a 1 x 8 or so, spaced so that there are 5 close gears and 3 giant bail outs (that's probably what I'll switch the Jackson to, and put the Rohloff on a tandemexcept for winter and etc, in which case the lazy default is, and has been, oh, just leave it on there...it's a GREAT piece of gear, albeit with a steep adjustment curve). http://www.flickr.com/photos/14427...@n04/sets/72157623928749613/ Also - definetly NOT a genius. On Jul 16, 5:08 pm, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: Oh SNAP! That's genius right there. On Jul 16, 2:05 pm, Kenneth Stagg kenneth.st...@gmail.com wrote: On Fri, Jul 16, 2010 at 3:18 PM, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: You live on a 15% hill, you don't need a singlespeed You live on a 15% hill, you don't need a singlespeed You live on a 15% hill, you don't need a singlespeed You live on a 15% hill, you don't need a singlespeed You live on a 15% hill, you don't need a singlespeed You live on a 15% hill, you don't need a singlespeed That's true. What you need if you live on a 15% hill is a Rohloff equipped Quickbeam! :) -Ken -- 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: You live on a 15% hill, you don't need a singlespeed......
$515 is still really cheap. But, as a wise man once said: You live on a 15% hill, you don't need a singlespeed On Jul 20, 4:46 pm, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: Good gravy if this frame goes for $465 I'm going to squirm On Jul 17, 2:45 am, rb b...@projectblu.com wrote: I DO live on a 15% hill, with some 19% parts; and I DO have a Rohloff hub on a Bob Jackson supertourist...most of the time, like Spinal Tap, I leave it set to 11, as that's the direct drive and set up to be my cruising gear...it IS nice to gear down a bit, but I don't need the big gear drop that the Rohloff offers for just this hill. It IS nice when I'm riding up that hill with 40 lbs of stuff post long ride / yoga / etc. Flip flop hub too big a hassle for 2x a day on a hill. Probably you could get by with a 1 x 8 or so, spaced so that there are 5 close gears and 3 giant bail outs (that's probably what I'll switch the Jackson to, and put the Rohloff on a tandemexcept for winter and etc, in which case the lazy default is, and has been, oh, just leave it on there...it's a GREAT piece of gear, albeit with a steep adjustment curve). http://www.flickr.com/photos/14427...@n04/sets/72157623928749613/ Also - definetly NOT a genius. On Jul 16, 5:08 pm, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: Oh SNAP! That's genius right there. On Jul 16, 2:05 pm, Kenneth Stagg kenneth.st...@gmail.com wrote: On Fri, Jul 16, 2010 at 3:18 PM, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: You live on a 15% hill, you don't need a singlespeed You live on a 15% hill, you don't need a singlespeed You live on a 15% hill, you don't need a singlespeed You live on a 15% hill, you don't need a singlespeed You live on a 15% hill, you don't need a singlespeed You live on a 15% hill, you don't need a singlespeed That's true. What you need if you live on a 15% hill is a Rohloff equipped Quickbeam! :) -Ken -- 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: bike campsites near san diego?
Another vote for San Clemente. I like it because it's about halfway between LA and SD. A little off the main drag, so it feels quieter than some other campgrounds. (Although the last couple of times I stayed there, I was startled awake by transients setting up camp in the middle of night.) Not sure where you would camp if you were to break up the trip into 2 nights. I don't know of any public campsites north of Doheney. You could bike off-road and camp at Crystal Cove State Park like the SoCal Riv riders did. TinyURL.com/2b39c58 Afaik, San Onofre and South Carlsbad (as Michael stated) have eliminated their hiker/biker sites. -- 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] Bay Area Folks only
I have a BOB if you want to use it. Not for a child. Just cargo. I live in SF. From: RonLau ron...@ronlau.com To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Tue, July 20, 2010 3:55:07 PM Subject: [RBW] Bay Area Folks only Bay Area Folks, Anyone here has a Burely trailer (double or single) I can borrow for this Sunday? Wife wants to go camping with our 2 years old and there is only so much I can carry. Ron -- 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] FS: Bridgestone XO Blaze Brake Levers and Dummy Levers
I have a set of Blaze brake levers and dummy levers (I have NO idea what you call these things) from a Bridgestone XO. The Blaze levers are in good but used condition. The hoods are good...one has a tiny tear starting at the bottom but it is not noticeable. One if the dummy levers is missing it's cover. I thought maybe someone might need these for a restro or just to retro up a newer set of moustache bars. I have no idea what these would be worth so lets say $15 shipped in the US for the whole batch. -- 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: bike campsites near san diego?
All great information here - especially James' thoughts on coffee, beer, pizza. I'll add Pannikin coffee roasters in the old train station in Leucadia. As for stops, if you really want to make two stops, Crystal Cove above Laguna Beach was nice when we +25O'd there last year -- and Carlsbad would make a good second (I've also heard they don't have hiker/biker sites). Alternatively San Clemente/Cardiff (San Elijo) would work. San Clemente is a big campground - and you can camp up the creek rather than along the beach railroad tracks. Let me know when you get into San Diego, as I can recommend plenty of places for cheap and excellent food. Esteban San Diego, Calif. On Jul 20, 5:12 pm, ronzorini sawara...@yahoo.com wrote: Another vote for San Clemente. I like it because it's about halfway between LA and SD. A little off the main drag, so it feels quieter than some other campgrounds. (Although the last couple of times I stayed there, I was startled awake by transients setting up camp in the middle of night.) Not sure where you would camp if you were to break up the trip into 2 nights. I don't know of any public campsites north of Doheney. You could bike off-road and camp at Crystal Cove State Park like the SoCal Riv riders did. TinyURL.com/2b39c58 Afaik, San Onofre and South Carlsbad (as Michael stated) have eliminated their hiker/biker sites. -- 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: Bay Area Folks only
I don't have a Burley, but I have an xtracycle with a child carrier that you can borrow. Greg Oakland On Jul 20, 3:55 pm, RonLau ron...@ronlau.com wrote: Bay Area Folks, Anyone here has a Burely trailer (double or single) I can borrow for this Sunday? Wife wants to go camping with our 2 years old and there is only so much I can carry. Ron -- 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: Removing Cork Grips
I have done this a few times. Like Joel, I got lucky exactly one time and the grip basically just popped loose and came right off. Every other time it's been a razor blade and some time to kill. I found that using a window scraper type blade holder is helpful. Think of it like cutting corn off the cob. Once you get a strip of cork shaved off you can sort of peel the grip off in chunks, then shave off the cling ons. Or Klingons if you Trek. -- 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: Removing Cork Grips
I have done this a few times. Like Joel, I got lucky exactly one time and the grip basically just popped loose and came right off. Every other time it's been a razor blade and some time to kill. I found that using a window scraper type blade holder is helpful. Think of it like cutting corn off the cob. Once you get a strip of cork shaved off you can sort of peel the grip off in chunks, then shave off the cling ons. Or Klingons if you Trek. -- 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: Newbie here: Are Phil Wood hubs worth it.
I have these on a Saluki front and rear and am very pleased with them. From: Ego Martini egomart...@gmail.com To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Tue, July 20, 2010 4:35:19 PM Subject: [RBW] Re: Newbie here: Are Phil Wood hubs worth it. White industries M15 hubs are pretty much bomb proof - they look perdy - lighter than the Phil's and cost quite a bit less coin. I am not saying they are better then a Phil hub but I've got one on the back of my Bleriot and I am nothing but happy with it .http://www.whiteind.com/rearhubs/cassettehubs.html -- 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] Timothy Lake S360
Got in a few hours ago from an epic sub 36hr overnight (S360). I know the first day was 80 miles or so and today was a bit more. It was my first bike camping trip of the year and I really enjoyed myself in spite of some cramps yesterday and the campgrounds being pretty loud although they did quiet down at dark. There are so many miles of epic Forest Service roads in the Mt Hood NF. I'm hoping that I'll make at least two more S36Os and maybe a two night mini tour before summer is over. My Hilsen was great. The first day it felt odd as I hadn't ridden it loaded since last summer's tour. Today the bike felt fine and tracked straight and true on descents with no shimmy or anything. I did bring my tent but didn't use the rainfly and probably just could have gone without it as the weather was nice and the mosquitos weren't bad. Here are the photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/41335...@n00/sets/72157624423179645/ --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, 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: bike campsites near san diego?
Thanks for all the info guys. looking forward to this trip. After LA, I might head down to cardiff and then stay at a hostel down in san diego then catch the amtrak train at 10. I really want to visit the velo cult shop and have some nice brunch . -Manny On Jul 20, 5:44 pm, Esteban proto...@gmail.com wrote: All great information here - especially James' thoughts on coffee, beer, pizza. I'll add Pannikin coffee roasters in the old train station in Leucadia. As for stops, if you really want to make two stops, Crystal Cove above Laguna Beach was nice when we +25O'd there last year -- and Carlsbad would make a good second (I've also heard they don't have hiker/biker sites). Alternatively San Clemente/Cardiff (San Elijo) would work. San Clemente is a big campground - and you can camp up the creek rather than along the beach railroad tracks. Let me know when you get into San Diego, as I can recommend plenty of places for cheap and excellent food. Esteban San Diego, Calif. On Jul 20, 5:12 pm, ronzorini sawara...@yahoo.com wrote: Another vote for San Clemente. I like it because it's about halfway between LA and SD. A little off the main drag, so it feels quieter than some other campgrounds. (Although the last couple of times I stayed there, I was startled awake by transients setting up camp in the middle of night.) Not sure where you would camp if you were to break up the trip into 2 nights. I don't know of any public campsites north of Doheney. You could bike off-road and camp at Crystal Cove State Park like the SoCal Riv riders did. TinyURL.com/2b39c58 Afaik, San Onofre and South Carlsbad (as Michael stated) have eliminated their hiker/biker sites. -- 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: Timothy Lake S360
Wow Mike ! what a beautiful place to ride. Looks like a great two days of riding and exploring. some day I need to get up there and do some rides like that. Are those the standard Marathons? ~Mike~ On Jul 20, 7:09 pm, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote: Got in a few hours ago from an epic sub 36hr overnight (S360). I know the first day was 80 miles or so and today was a bit more. It was my first bike camping trip of the year and I really enjoyed myself in spite of some cramps yesterday and the campgrounds being pretty loud although they did quiet down at dark. There are so many miles of epic Forest Service roads in the Mt Hood NF. I'm hoping that I'll make at least two more S36Os and maybe a two night mini tour before summer is over. My Hilsen was great. The first day it felt odd as I hadn't ridden it loaded since last summer's tour. Today the bike felt fine and tracked straight and true on descents with no shimmy or anything. I did bring my tent but didn't use the rainfly and probably just could have gone without it as the weather was nice and the mosquitos weren't bad. Here are the photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/41335...@n00/sets/72157624423179645/ --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, 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: bike campsites near san diego?
and don't miss the Station Tavern right next door to Velo Cult... the house veggie burger and sweet potato fries are to die for. ~Mike On Jul 20, 7:48 pm, manueljohnacosta manueljohnaco...@hotmail.com wrote: Thanks for all the info guys. looking forward to this trip. After LA, I might head down to cardiff and then stay at a hostel down in san diego then catch the amtrak train at 10. I really want to visit the velo cult shop and have some nice brunch . -Manny On Jul 20, 5:44 pm, Esteban proto...@gmail.com wrote: All great information here - especially James' thoughts on coffee, beer, pizza. I'll add Pannikin coffee roasters in the old train station in Leucadia. As for stops, if you really want to make two stops, Crystal Cove above Laguna Beach was nice when we +25O'd there last year -- and Carlsbad would make a good second (I've also heard they don't have hiker/biker sites). Alternatively San Clemente/Cardiff (San Elijo) would work. San Clemente is a big campground - and you can camp up the creek rather than along the beach railroad tracks. Let me know when you get into San Diego, as I can recommend plenty of places for cheap and excellent food. Esteban San Diego, Calif. On Jul 20, 5:12 pm, ronzorini sawara...@yahoo.com wrote: Another vote for San Clemente. I like it because it's about halfway between LA and SD. A little off the main drag, so it feels quieter than some other campgrounds. (Although the last couple of times I stayed there, I was startled awake by transients setting up camp in the middle of night.) Not sure where you would camp if you were to break up the trip into 2 nights. I don't know of any public campsites north of Doheney. You could bike off-road and camp at Crystal Cove State Park like the SoCal Riv riders did. TinyURL.com/2b39c58 Afaik, San Onofre and South Carlsbad (as Michael stated) have eliminated their hiker/biker sites.- 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.
[RBW] Re: Bay Area Folks only
Greg, Thank you for the offer. I believe Ray has the item I need to borrow. Thank you all for the help, if anyone here needs to borrow a bike or two, I have many, let me know. Ron On Jul 20, 5:46 pm, Greg gregkj...@gmail.com wrote: I don't have a Burley, but I have an xtracycle with a child carrier that you can borrow. Greg Oakland On Jul 20, 3:55 pm, RonLau ron...@ronlau.com wrote: Bay Area Folks, Anyone here has a Burely trailer (double or single) I can borrow for this Sunday? Wife wants to go camping with our 2 years old and there is only so much I can carry. Ron -- 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] Mini Bike Tour Santa Barbara to San Diego
Here's the proposed route. Leaving amtrak this friday should be in san diego late tuesday afternoon. If anyone one wants to join along the way I'm more than gracious for the company. Thanks for all the info guys appreciate it. http://maps.google.com/maps?f=dsource=s_dsaddr=209+State+Street+Santa+Barbara%2C+CA+93101daddr=5361+6th+Street%2C+Carpinteria%2C+California+93013+to%3A35000+Pacific+Coast+Highway%2C+Malibu%2C+CA+90265+to%3A414+S+Virgil+Ave%2C+Los+Angeles%2C+CA+90020hl=engeocode=FUEdDQIdLKbd-CkL1lwbiRPpgDFhhgX75fD0iQ%3BFTbKDAIdcU7g-CkBnTbkKQ_pgDHBE84uMnmMfA%3BFXWDBwIdjTnp-Cmrt2HJxz3ogDHZ2zZ0vrecww%3BFXXPBwIdzhXz-CknCQ8TcMfCgDE3G-Ol6FKiBQmra=lsdirflg=bsll=34.217215%2C-118.989335sspn=1.607984%2C1.752319ie=UTF8ll=34.202716%2C-118.990173spn=1.608244%2C1.752319t=hz=9lci=bike -Manny -- 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: Mini Bike Tour Santa Barbara to San Diego
yikes this is the route http://maps.google.com/maps?f=dsource=s_dsaddr=209+State+Street+Santa+Barbara,+CA+93101daddr=5361+6th+Street,+Carpinteria,+California+93013+to:35000+Pacific+Coast+Highway,+Malibu,+CA+90265+to:414+S+Virgil+Ave,+Los+Angeles,+CA+90020+to:Doheny+State+Beach,+Dana+Point,+CA+92624+to:521+market+street,+san+diegohl=engeocode=FUEdDQIdLKbd-CkL1lwbiRPpgDFhhgX75fD0iQ%3BFTbKDAIdcU7g-CkBnTbkKQ_pgDHBE84uMnmMfA%3BFXWDBwIdjTnp-Cmrt2HJxz3ogDHZ2zZ0vrecww%3BFXXPBwIdzhXz-CknCQ8TcMfCgDE3G-Ol6FKiBQ%3BFYWa_gEdv1D8-CFLedb9l6QQ4g%3Bmra=lsdirflg=bsll=32.727509,-117.226267sspn=0.039785,0.077162ie=UTF8ll=32.653251,-117.472687spn=0.637084,1.234589z=10lci=bike On Jul 20, 8:42 pm, manueljohnacosta manueljohnaco...@hotmail.com wrote: Here's the proposed route. Leaving amtrak this friday should be in san diego late tuesday afternoon. If anyone one wants to join along the way I'm more than gracious for the company. Thanks for all the info guys appreciate it. http://maps.google.com/maps?f=dsource=s_dsaddr=209+State+Street+San... -Manny -- 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: You live on a 15% hill, you don't need a singlespeed......
I knew the grade because I used to live on this thing: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mLSCOyE9s68feature=related On Jul 17, 1:55 pm, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: I am not sure how people know the grade of a hill either, other than just by eyeballing it. I would just eyeball it if it weren't right in front of my house. In fact the hill up to my house is the kind that I have generally avoided on bike rides. I've never ridden a bicycle up Moser or Centennial here in the East Bay hills. Since it is right here, what I do is take out my 4 foot level and a ruler. Just measure how high you have to elevate one end to make it level. rise over run. On Jul 16, 5:56 pm, David T. davidtren...@yahoo.ca wrote: I just looked up something that I read in Frank Berto’s book: “With a cyclist’s entire weight on the pedal, the maximum rideable gear in inches is seven times the slope denominator. Thus, a 1-in-10 incline requires a 70-inch gear.” (In other words, on a 10 % slope, with all your weight on the pedal, and a 70-inch gear you would just be stationary. But in reality, if you pulled up on the handlebars, you could make a little progress. ) If I work things out correctly, a 15 % grade would be 1-in-6.67. Using the formula above, this would give a maximum usable gear of 7 X 6.67 = 46.7 gear inches. ( That’s the maximum usable gear, not that it would be a fun ride. ) I am not sure how people know the grade of a hill either, other than just by eyeballing it. But I can say, in my experience, riding a single-speed bike will gradually make you a better climber, so that after maybe six months or a year, you can go up hills quicker and easier than you would have done previously in a lower gear. -- 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] OT: Kickbike Review
For what it's worth, I thought I'd share a quick review of my experience test riding one of the Kickbikes that Grant has blogged about. A few weeks ago I went with a friend of my who wanted to try them out. She used to do a lot of riding but an ear problem that has led to bouts of vertigo has kept her off the bike. She thought this might be a reasonable alternative. The first thing I'll say is that the only real resemblance between bike riding and a Kickbike is that they both have the word bike in them. Using the Kickbike is essentially like riding a skateboard with a bike wheel. That being said, it's a killer workout. I think it was designed in Finland, I'm guessing as off-season training for cross- country skiers. To use it, you kick a few times with one foot, switch feet and repeat. It didn't take me long to discover I'm significantly weaker on my non-dominant side. You can get it with front wheels in both 700c and 26 inch. I think it would be possible to put a rack on the front; you can also put a basket on the front. Legally I don't know if it is considered a bike and whether you could use it on the road. We test rode a couple of models. The one my friend bought is poorly made and comes with low quality components. They are introducing new models that cost a few hundred more and hopefully have better components. If I had a decent place to ride one, I'd consider picking one of these up cheap off Craigslist or Ebay. But for me, I'll save my money for another bike. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-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: Timothy Lake S360
And you get cell-phone service there!!! :-) On Tue, Jul 20, 2010 at 8:07 PM, manueljohnacosta manueljohnaco...@hotmail.com wrote: trip looks awesome On Jul 20, 7:09 pm, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote: Got in a few hours ago from an epic sub 36hr overnight (S360). I know the first day was 80 miles or so and today was a bit more. It was my first bike camping trip of the year and I really enjoyed myself in spite of some cramps yesterday and the campgrounds being pretty loud although they did quiet down at dark. There are so many miles of epic Forest Service roads in the Mt Hood NF. I'm hoping that I'll make at least two more S36Os and maybe a two night mini tour before summer is over. My Hilsen was great. The first day it felt odd as I hadn't ridden it loaded since last summer's tour. Today the bike felt fine and tracked straight and true on descents with no shimmy or anything. I did bring my tent but didn't use the rainfly and probably just could have gone without it as the weather was nice and the mosquitos weren't bad. Here are the photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/41335...@n00/sets/72157624423179645/ --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, 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] FS: Tweed Lil' Loafer
Used but it's still in very good condition. Includes rain cover. It looks like these are $120 new. How does $85 plus shipping sound? Ryan -- 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: Mini Bike Tour Santa Barbara to San Diego
*Try this one: http://tinyurl.com/2wk33bb :-)* Wish I could meet up with you, but looks like the schedules just aren't going to match up :-( On Tue, Jul 20, 2010 at 8:46 PM, manueljohnacosta manueljohnaco...@hotmail.com wrote: yikes this is the route http://maps.google.com/maps?f=dsource=s_dsaddr=209+State+Street+Santa+Barbara,+CA+93101daddr=5361+6th+Street,+Carpinteria,+California+93013+to:35000+Pacific+Coast+Highway,+Malibu,+CA+90265+to:414+S+Virgil+Ave,+Los+Angeles,+CA+90020+to:Doheny+State+Beach,+Dana+Point,+CA+92624+to:521+market+street,+san+diegohl=engeocode=FUEdDQIdLKbd-CkL1lwbiRPpgDFhhgX75fD0iQ%3BFTbKDAIdcU7g-CkBnTbkKQ_pgDHBE84uMnmMfA%3BFXWDBwIdjTnp-Cmrt2HJxz3ogDHZ2zZ0vrecww%3BFXXPBwIdzhXz-CknCQ8TcMfCgDE3G-Ol6FKiBQ%3BFYWa_gEdv1D8-CFLedb9l6QQ4g%3Bmra=lsdirflg=bsll=32.727509,-117.226267sspn=0.039785,0.077162ie=UTF8ll=32.653251,-117.472687spn=0.637084,1.234589z=10lci=bike On Jul 20, 8:42 pm, manueljohnacosta manueljohnaco...@hotmail.com wrote: Here's the proposed route. Leaving amtrak this friday should be in san diego late tuesday afternoon. If anyone one wants to join along the way I'm more than gracious for the company. Thanks for all the info guys appreciate it. http://maps.google.com/maps?f=dsource=s_dsaddr=209+State+Street+San... -Manny -- 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: Mini Bike Tour Santa Barbara to San Diego
I will be at Carpinteria State Beach on this Sat night at the Hiker/ Biker site. I couldn't tell when you would be passing thru from your map. If it works you could join us for dinner and a campfire. we are heading back down the coast and to Moorpark Sunday am. ~Mike~ On Jul 20, 9:45 pm, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: *Try this one: http://tinyurl.com/2wk33bb :-)* Wish I could meet up with you, but looks like the schedules just aren't going to match up :-( On Tue, Jul 20, 2010 at 8:46 PM, manueljohnacosta manueljohnaco...@hotmail.com wrote: yikes this is the route http://maps.google.com/maps?f=dsource=s_dsaddr=209+State+Street+San... On Jul 20, 8:42 pm, manueljohnacosta manueljohnaco...@hotmail.com wrote: Here's the proposed route. Leaving amtrak this friday should be in san diego late tuesday afternoon. If anyone one wants to join along the way I'm more than gracious for the company. Thanks for all the info guys appreciate it. http://maps.google.com/maps?f=dsource=s_dsaddr=209+State+Street+San... -Manny -- 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- 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.
[RBW] Re: Mini Bike Tour Santa Barbara to San Diego
Actually Mike we'll be there friday night so we'll miss you guys by a day. if you see a blue bleriot wave and smile -Manny On Jul 20, 9:58 pm, Michael_S mikeybi...@rocketmail.com wrote: I will be at Carpinteria State Beach on this Sat night at the Hiker/ Biker site. I couldn't tell when you would be passing thru from your map. If it works you could join us for dinner and a campfire. we are heading back down the coast and to Moorpark Sunday am. ~Mike~ On Jul 20, 9:45 pm, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: *Try this one: http://tinyurl.com/2wk33bb :-)* Wish I could meet up with you, but looks like the schedules just aren't going to match up :-( On Tue, Jul 20, 2010 at 8:46 PM, manueljohnacosta manueljohnaco...@hotmail.com wrote: yikes this is the route http://maps.google.com/maps?f=dsource=s_dsaddr=209+State+Street+San... On Jul 20, 8:42 pm, manueljohnacosta manueljohnaco...@hotmail.com wrote: Here's the proposed route. Leaving amtrak this friday should be in san diego late tuesday afternoon. If anyone one wants to join along the way I'm more than gracious for the company. Thanks for all the info guys appreciate it. http://maps.google.com/maps?f=dsource=s_dsaddr=209+State+Street+San... -Manny -- 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- 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.
