Re: [RBW] Advice for brevet
Anne, you will have a blast. You are going to be with such a good group. Make sure to hook up with Lois Springsteen for some if not all of the ride. She will help you out alot. Bring a headlight and one for your bike and a taillight and reflective stuff too. But dont over pack. You will need less than you think and you will finish faster than you think. There is not alot of climbing on the Grey Whale 200k. Congrats on signing up, the Santa Cruz Randon group is the best! Dave Nawrocki Fort Collins, CO - Original Message - From: Anne Paulson anne.paul...@gmail.com To: rbw-owners-bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Monday, December 27, 2010 4:51:39 PM Subject: [RBW] Advice for brevet Hi all. I signed up for my first brevet, a 200K along the Pacific on New Year's Day. I know there are some randonneurs here-- any advice for a newbie? I've done bike touring and centuries before, but never a randonee. Given the time of year, I'm expecting quite a bit of time riding in the dark. As of now, the weather is supposed to be fair, so I'm planning on taking the non-fendered Roadeo instead of the fendered Atlantis. -- -- Anne Paulson My hovercraft is full of eels -- 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] Advice for brevet
I haven't done any night brevets yet, but I think you should have some kind of light to see the map and instruments with. On Tue, Dec 28, 2010 at 5:30 AM, nawr...@comcast.net wrote: Anne, you will have a blast. You are going to be with such a good group. Make sure to hook up with Lois Springsteen for some if not all of the ride. She will help you out alot. Bring a headlight and one for your bike and a taillight and reflective stuff too. But dont over pack. You will need less than you think and you will finish faster than you think. There is not alot of climbing on the Grey Whale 200k. Congrats on signing up, the Santa Cruz Randon group is the best! Dave Nawrocki Fort Collins, CO - Original Message - From: Anne Paulson anne.paul...@gmail.com To: rbw-owners-bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Monday, December 27, 2010 4:51:39 PM Subject: [RBW] Advice for brevet Hi all. I signed up for my first brevet, a 200K along the Pacific on New Year's Day. I know there are some randonneurs here-- any advice for a newbie? I've done bike touring and centuries before, but never a randonee. Given the time of year, I'm expecting quite a bit of time riding in the dark. As of now, the weather is supposed to be fair, so I'm planning on taking the non-fendered Roadeo instead of the fendered Atlantis. -- -- Anne Paulson My hovercraft is full of eels -- 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. -- Ken Freeman Ann Arbor, MI USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Advice for brevet
My best strategy is to ride my own pace in brevets. Going faster (or slower) to stay with selected company usually turns out to be a bad decision for me. +1 on a TINY helmet light just for reading a cue sheet and cyclometer. -- 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] Advice for brevet
I'm not sure what part of the country you are in but I would fender that Roadeo or take a fendered bike in January. My frequent strategy for riding brevets in non-home territory was to find some local to shadow or follow especially when it got dark. If you wait til later wen dark approaches, you will be around similar speed riders. I also had trouble reading cue sheets in the dark with bifocals. A light on helmet caused tilt of head putting reading view too high for the magnifying area. I ended up using a small pinch light on an elastic shoe string hanging hanging around my neck. Most of the time it rode inside my jersey but was easily retrieved when needed. On Dec 27, 2010, at 6:51 PM, Anne Paulson wrote: Hi all. I signed up for my first brevet, a 200K along the Pacific on New Year's Day. I know there are some randonneurs here-- any advice for a newbie? I've done bike touring and centuries before, but never a randonee. Given the time of year, I'm expecting quite a bit of time riding in the dark. As of now, the weather is supposed to be fair, so I'm planning on taking the non-fendered Roadeo instead of the fendered Atlantis. -- -- Anne Paulson My hovercraft is full of eels -- 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: Danish Always-On Frictionless Dyno
The Amazon description doesn't say much. How does this thing work? GeorgeS On Dec 27, 11:52 pm, Bob linthi...@gmail.com wrote: Just ordered a few: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0017GA09W/ref=oss_product Intent is to use as supplemental vs main lights. Will let you know how it goes. -- 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] Any experience with the Stagecoach trail from Flagstaff to the Grand Canyon?
Here is an interesting list of good places for bikepacking from the indefatigable Jill Homer at Adventure Cycling: http://blog.adventurecycling.org/2010/12/top-10-places-to-bikepack.html On Dec 27, 2010, at 5:47 PM, PATRICK MOORE wrote: If you please, please publish onlist -- I am interested in such routes too. On Mon, Dec 27, 2010 at 6:25 PM, jinxed hbcl...@yahoo.com wrote: I know it's a bit early for cabin fever, but I am dreaming of riding in the desert next summer. A friend and I have kicked around several ideas for a 2-4 day trip but have never gone past the talk. I want to change that summer of 2011. The two routes we seem to gravitate towards are the Kokopelli and Stagecoach trails. Personally I am leaning toward the latter. I've read a few different and varying accounts of the terrain on the 70 mi Stagecoach trail from Flagstaff to the Grand Canyon. It seems that doing it one way in 2 days would be comfortably achievable and the more ambitious plan would be to go out and back in 2. We would be camping, and self supported. Most preferably I would like to take 4 days to go out and back so we could enjoy the sights and camping as much as the riding. We have done part of the Kokopelli heading from Fruita CO to Moab UT so it's a bit more familiar. If anyone has done either trail, I would love to hear your thoughts. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com . To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.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 . -- 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] Amos
Anyone have new details on the Amos/San Marco? Will Rivendell be selling the Soma version or repainting/renaming it for themselves? -- 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: Advice for brevet
On Dec 27, 7:16 pm, Ken Mattina ken.matt...@gmail.com wrote: Find someone that rides at your speed and stay with them. I strongly second this, with a warning. Don't be tempted to fall in with some people who are just a bit faster than your comfort zone. My first 200K I did that, in a 30-40mph headwind, and it blew me up pretty spectacularly. Also, be prepared to go through cycles of feeling good and feeling crappy. It's amazing how you can feel like you're at your limit, then after a brief rest and food stop, feel like you're raring to go. Pacing and patience will see you through. Oh, and home-made power bars with ginger in them to soothe the stomach. Have a blast!! Ted Durant -- 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: Amos
in a recent riv message GP said they are on their way. like maybe springtime. he spoke of possible repaint and rebadge and resell, but no decision as of about two weeks ago. i bet he springs something interesting on it in the next couple of months. different paint and riv decals could get us all up in tizzy. soma san marco. riv amos. On Dec 28, 8:06 am, Darin G. dbg...@mac.com wrote: Anyone have new details on the Amos/San Marco? Will Rivendell be selling the Soma version or repainting/renaming it for themselves? -- 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: Advice for brevet
On Mon, 2010-12-27 at 20:19 -0800, RonaTD wrote: On Dec 27, 7:16 pm, Ken Mattina ken.matt...@gmail.com wrote: Find someone that rides at your speed and stay with them. I strongly second this, with a warning. Don't be tempted to fall in with some people who are just a bit faster than your comfort zone. My first 200K I did that, in a 30-40mph headwind, and it blew me up pretty spectacularly. No telling how easy finding someone who rides at your speed might be, though. It took me from 1974 until 2010, riding at least one century almost every one of those years and 6 or 7 the past 2 years, for me to find someone who was riding at the same speed I was for more than 0.3 mi mi or so on a 100 mi or longer ride. I'd totally given up on the idea and never expected it to ever happen. -- 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] zipties in snow / was: Seattle Snow Commute
Forgive me for digging up this old thread, but I just stumbled across this article on Gizmodo, and it feels like I should have read it here at RBW, but searching on snow, Seattle, zip ties (even re-read this thread http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch/browse_thread/thread/bd53e1c4788e10a6#), and I can't find it here yet. http://www.dutchbikeco.com/_blog/Dutch_Bike_Co_Weblog/post/Seattle_Snowpocalypse/ Really, I just can't find it here on RBW-OB, it seems like it should be... I thought I'd read something about ice biking, snowpocalypse, etc., here recently (maybe it was over on BL instead) Anywho, thought it was an interesting use of zipties for a 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] Advice for brevet
On Tue, Dec 28, 2010 at 7:14 AM, Thomas Nezovich t...@cox.net wrote: I'm not sure what part of the country you are in but I would fender that Roadeo or take a fendered bike in January. It's a difficult decision. My fendered Atlantis is a lot heavier and less sprightly than the Roadeo. I'm not a weight weenie, but the difference in total time would be one or two hours. That's considerable. Chance of rain is just the ambigous weather report that makes riding without fenders a possible choice, but possibly a bad one. I may bring both bikes to the start and decide when I get there. My frequent strategy for riding brevets in non-home territory was to find some local to shadow or follow especially when it got dark. I do want to ride with others of the same speed and hope I find them, but fortunately for me, the Pacific Coast north of Santa Cruz counts as home territory for me. Except the small section between Montara and Half Moon Bay, I've ridden the area many times. -- -- Anne Paulson My hovercraft is full of eels -- 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] Advice for brevet
Hi Anne, The bike that is most comfortable and can carry what you need is probably the best way to go. Can't you fender the Roadeo? It sure seems like you're leaning in the Roadeo's direction and fendering it would just make it that much easier to choose. Best of luck, Joe Joe Bartoe Synaptic Cycles Bicycle Rentals, Inc. www.synapticcycles.com 949-374-6079 Date: Tue, 28 Dec 2010 10:30:47 -0800 Subject: Re: [RBW] Advice for brevet From: anne.paul...@gmail.com To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com On Tue, Dec 28, 2010 at 7:14 AM, Thomas Nezovich t...@cox.net wrote: I'm not sure what part of the country you are in but I would fender that Roadeo or take a fendered bike in January. It's a difficult decision. My fendered Atlantis is a lot heavier and less sprightly than the Roadeo. I'm not a weight weenie, but the difference in total time would be one or two hours. That's considerable. Chance of rain is just the ambigous weather report that makes riding without fenders a possible choice, but possibly a bad one. I may bring both bikes to the start and decide when I get there. My frequent strategy for riding brevets in non-home territory was to find some local to shadow or follow especially when it got dark. I do want to ride with others of the same speed and hope I find them, but fortunately for me, the Pacific Coast north of Santa Cruz counts as home territory for me. Except the small section between Montara and Half Moon Bay, I've ridden the area many times. -- -- Anne Paulson My hovercraft is full of eels -- 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: Advice for brevet
On Dec 27, 6:51 pm, Anne Paulson anne.paul...@gmail.com wrote: I've done bike touring and centuries before, but never a randonee. between touring and centuries, you have plenty of experience. there's no magic about a randonee, so just be confident, don't overthink things, and don't mess with what you know works for you. Sounds like you're on home turf too and that's a big advantage, especially if you know where the controls/services are. if you don't know, find out what will be open along the route - a good cup of coffee or some real food is a wonderful thing on a long bike ride. try to limit your stops to about 15 mins - time spent at controls/rest stops adds up. finally, don't overpack - weather can complicate things, but you don't need to carry much for a 200k that has ample services along the route. -- 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] Diacompe 750s
Has anyone changed out the bolt on the Dia Compe 750's to fit a standard bolt through fork? The 750 centerpulls are sold as pair but it is really just two of the same brake. I suppose it was cheaper and easier to make one model and market it as a recessed frony, nutted rear. I am glad they are around but I don't want to drill into my vintage frame to make then work. Will any Dia Compe centerpull brake pivot bolt work? JL -- 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] Marque-specific Rides
Do owners of other marques do this? I know car guys do, but do other bike folk besides Rivendell bicyclers? -- Jon The Curious Grant, in chilly, rainy 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: Marque-specific Rides
im fairly sure its not unique. I dont hang out at any other marque specific forums, but I have been part of some specific rides such as the vintage mountain bike rides and vintage bmx rides. im sure there is another marque specific ride out there, but the Riv tribe is pretty unique/eccentric. On Dec 28, 12:10 pm, Jon Grant jgr...@papagrant.com wrote: Do owners of other marques do this? I know car guys do, but do other bike folk besides Rivendell bicyclers? -- Jon The Curious Grant, in chilly, rainy 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: Advice for brevet
Any iPhone users who ride brevets? I'm interested in knowing what GPS / mapping app/site you use. Also what kind of mount for the device. On Dec 28, 2:55 pm, Patrick in VT swing4...@gmail.com wrote: On Dec 27, 6:51 pm, Anne Paulson anne.paul...@gmail.com wrote: I've done bike touring and centuries before, but never a randonee. between touring and centuries, you have plenty of experience. there's no magic about a randonee, so just be confident, don't overthink things, and don't mess with what you know works for you. Sounds like you're on home turf too and that's a big advantage, especially if you know where the controls/services are. if you don't know, find out what will be open along the route - a good cup of coffee or some real food is a wonderful thing on a long bike ride. try to limit your stops to about 15 mins - time spent at controls/rest stops adds up. finally, don't overpack - weather can complicate things, but you don't need to carry much for a 200k that has ample services along the route. -- 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: Advice for brevet
Not on brevets, but I've used this device mount for iPhone very successfully on tours: http://www.flickr.com/photos/37542...@n04/4815788778/ Here it is with screen in operation. http://www.flickr.com/photos/37542...@n04/4815165839/in/photostream/ Particulars are in comments on the pics. -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Rick Smith Sent: Tuesday, December 28, 2010 3:42 PM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] Re: Advice for brevet Any iPhone users who ride brevets? I'm interested in knowing what GPS / mapping app/site you use. Also what kind of mount for the device. On Dec 28, 2:55 pm, Patrick in VT swing4...@gmail.com wrote: On Dec 27, 6:51 pm, Anne Paulson anne.paul...@gmail.com wrote: I've done bike touring and centuries before, but never a randonee. between touring and centuries, you have plenty of experience. there's no magic about a randonee, so just be confident, don't overthink things, and don't mess with what you know works for you. Sounds like you're on home turf too and that's a big advantage, especially if you know where the controls/services are. if you don't know, find out what will be open along the route - a good cup of coffee or some real food is a wonderful thing on a long bike ride. try to limit your stops to about 15 mins - time spent at controls/rest stops adds up. finally, don't overpack - weather can complicate things, but you don't need to carry much for a 200k that has ample services along the route. -- 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. -- To ensure compliance with Treasury Department regulations, we advise you that, unless otherwise expressly indicated, any federal tax advice contained in this message was not intended or written to be used, and cannot be used, for the purpose of (i) avoiding tax-related penalties under the Internal Revenue Code or applicable state or local tax law provisions or (ii) promoting, marketing or recommending to another party any tax-related matters addressed herein. This email (and any attachments thereto) is intended only for use by the addressee(s) named herein and may contain legally privileged and/or confidential information. If you are not the intended recipient of this email, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this email (and any attachments thereto) is strictly prohibited. If you receive this email in error please immediately notify me at (212) 735-3000 and permanently delete the original email (and any copy of any email) and any printout thereof. Further information about the firm, a list of the Partners and their professional qualifications will be provided upon 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.
RE: [RBW] Re: Advice for brevet
What applications are you using on the iPhone? I have a similar mount on one bike and was curious if there was a decent application for bike computer use and gps use on the bike. Best, Joe Joe Bartoe Synaptic Cycles Bicycle Rentals, Inc. www.synapticcycles.com 949-374-6079 From: thomas.alling...@skadden.com To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Date: Tue, 28 Dec 2010 15:55:46 -0500 Subject: RE: [RBW] Re: Advice for brevet Not on brevets, but I've used this device mount for iPhone very successfully on tours: http://www.flickr.com/photos/37542...@n04/4815788778/ Here it is with screen in operation. http://www.flickr.com/photos/37542...@n04/4815165839/in/photostream/ Particulars are in comments on the pics. -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Rick Smith Sent: Tuesday, December 28, 2010 3:42 PM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] Re: Advice for brevet Any iPhone users who ride brevets? I'm interested in knowing what GPS / mapping app/site you use. Also what kind of mount for the device. On Dec 28, 2:55 pm, Patrick in VT swing4...@gmail.com wrote: On Dec 27, 6:51 pm, Anne Paulson anne.paul...@gmail.com wrote: I've done bike touring and centuries before, but never a randonee. between touring and centuries, you have plenty of experience. there's no magic about a randonee, so just be confident, don't overthink things, and don't mess with what you know works for you. Sounds like you're on home turf too and that's a big advantage, especially if you know where the controls/services are. if you don't know, find out what will be open along the route - a good cup of coffee or some real food is a wonderful thing on a long bike ride. try to limit your stops to about 15 mins - time spent at controls/rest stops adds up. finally, don't overpack - weather can complicate things, but you don't need to carry much for a 200k that has ample services along the route. -- 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. -- To ensure compliance with Treasury Department regulations, we advise you that, unless otherwise expressly indicated, any federal tax advice contained in this message was not intended or written to be used, and cannot be used, for the purpose of (i) avoiding tax-related penalties under the Internal Revenue Code or applicable state or local tax law provisions or (ii) promoting, marketing or recommending to another party any tax-related matters addressed herein. This email (and any attachments thereto) is intended only for use by the addressee(s) named herein and may contain legally privileged and/or confidential information. If you are not the intended recipient of this email, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this email (and any attachments thereto) is strictly prohibited. If you receive this email in error please immediately notify me at (212) 735-3000 and permanently delete the original email (and any copy of any email) and any printout thereof. Further information about the firm, a list of the Partners and their professional qualifications will be provided upon 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. -- 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: Danish Always-On Frictionless Dyno
Five years ago, we were the sole US supplier of these - it was the first product we sold at Hiawatha. The original SL100 model works great and I know of several that are still going after 5 hard years, Minneapolis winters, etc. The drawback of this model is that when the bike stops, the lights stop. Later models integrated a capacitor to keep the lights flashing for several minutes at stops. Unfortunately, the capacitor lights were much less reliable, and often stopped working after a short time. I hope that Reelight has since addressed this issue, but we have since stopped stocking them for several reasons. They work by induction. Spoke magnets pass close to a coil in the light mechanism. This induces a current to light the LED. The capacitor models store a charge that is then run through a circuit that either flashes the LED at a constant frequency or powers the LED steadily (non-flashing), depending on the model. It should be noted that these are be seen lights, not on par with any of the lights that actually illuminate the road. And since they are mounted low at the wheel axle, they are probably not at optimal high to be seen. -- 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: Diacompe 750s
If the bolt is removable it shouldn't be an issue. The bolt is probably a standard size. I just did this with a pair of Paul Racers on my Raleigh Competition. Paul sells a long bolt set. Your brakes probably have the same size bolt. You could also ask Rivendell. I think I asked Mark about that and he thought it would work Here's the link for the paul stuff http://www.paulcomp.com/brakeparts.html Here's a link for the Raleigh build if anyone is interested http://www.flickr.com/photos/31238...@n03/sets/72157625488603586/ EJG On Dec 28, 2:58 pm, J L subfas...@gmail.com wrote: Has anyone changed out the bolt on the Dia Compe 750's to fit a standard bolt through fork? The 750 centerpulls are sold as pair but it is really just two of the same brake. I suppose it was cheaper and easier to make one model and market it as a recessed frony, nutted rear. I am glad they are around but I don't want to drill into my vintage frame to make then work. Will any Dia Compe centerpull brake pivot bolt work? JL -- 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: Diacompe 750s
Nice work, Sir! Sent from my iPad On Dec 28, 2010, at 6:08 PM, ejg egi...@maine.rr.com wrote: If the bolt is removable it shouldn't be an issue. The bolt is probably a standard size. I just did this with a pair of Paul Racers on my Raleigh Competition. Paul sells a long bolt set. Your brakes probably have the same size bolt. You could also ask Rivendell. I think I asked Mark about that and he thought it would work Here's the link for the paul stuff http://www.paulcomp.com/brakeparts.html Here's a link for the Raleigh build if anyone is interested http://www.flickr.com/photos/31238...@n03/sets/72157625488603586/ EJG On Dec 28, 2:58 pm, J L subfas...@gmail.com wrote: Has anyone changed out the bolt on the Dia Compe 750's to fit a standard bolt through fork? The 750 centerpulls are sold as pair but it is really just two of the same brake. I suppose it was cheaper and easier to make one model and market it as a recessed frony, nutted rear. I am glad they are around but I don't want to drill into my vintage frame to make then work. Will any Dia Compe centerpull brake pivot bolt work? JL -- 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: Danish Always-On Frictionless Dyno
I used a set for a while (purchased from Jim). It was a non-Rivendell bike. They worked okay. Even in bad weather. The problem was removing the wheel. The light has a tendency to smack into the magnet. Makes re-mounting a wheel more of a chore. Especially in the cold, in winter. And on semi-horizontal drop-outs they are even more fiddly to install. Still see them on a few bikes in the Twin Cities. Like Jim said, they are a on and forget about be seen light. But have had no impulse to add them to any current bike. Eric Platt St. Paul, MN On Dec 28, 4:44 pm, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery thill@gmail.com wrote: Five years ago, we were the sole US supplier of these - it was the first product we sold at Hiawatha. The original SL100 model works great and I know of several that are still going after 5 hard years, Minneapolis winters, etc. The drawback of this model is that when the bike stops, the lights stop. Later models integrated a capacitor to keep the lights flashing for several minutes at stops. Unfortunately, the capacitor lights were much less reliable, and often stopped working after a short time. I hope that Reelight has since addressed this issue, but we have since stopped stocking them for several reasons. They work by induction. Spoke magnets pass close to a coil in the light mechanism. This induces a current to light the LED. The capacitor models store a charge that is then run through a circuit that either flashes the LED at a constant frequency or powers the LED steadily (non-flashing), depending on the model. It should be noted that these are be seen lights, not on par with any of the lights that actually illuminate the road. And since they are mounted low at the wheel axle, they are probably not at optimal high to be seen. -- 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] Marque-specific Rides
on 12/28/10 12:10 PM, Jon Grant at jgr...@papagrant.com wrote: Do owners of other marques do this? I know car guys do, but do other bike folk besides Rivendell bicyclers? There are the monthly vintage rides which take place at the Rose Bowl in LA on Sundays, put on by Velo-Retro (Chuck Schmidt). http://www.velo-retro.com Obviously more period-correct than marque-oriented. The three-speed tour around Lake Pepin is a bit more limiting, perhaps... http://www.3speedtour.com It seems to me there's a Pugsley gathering, but can't lay my hands upon the link right now... maybe it was in the Surly flickr stream. Of course, the Rivendell rides have always been inclusive of anyone who has the gumption to show up! But, I'm not sure I've seen another like it. - 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.
Re: [RBW] Marque-specific Rides
I wouldn't be surprised to hear of Colnago rides. There seems to be a lot of brand loyalty among the three Colnago riders I know. In '91, when I got my Bridgestone, I was one of about 6 siblings and friends who got one. From about '89 to '91, each of us got to a point where we wanted a mountain bike. And when we each saw how good the others' Bridgestones were, we each ended up making the same choice. So we had a few group Bridgestone rides, even though we didn't plan it that way. (Mine was the stealthy MB-4: as good as the lower numbers with its lugged Ritchey tubing and parts as good as the MB-2 and a lower Q Sugino crank! I remember the catalog in 1991 said We LIKE this bike.) http://www.sheldonbrown.com/bridgestone/1991/pages/bridgestone-1991-16.htm On Dec 28, 2010, at 12:10 PM, Jon Grant wrote: Do owners of other marques do this? I know car guys do, but do other bike folk besides Rivendell bicyclers? -- Jon The Curious Grant, in chilly, rainy 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. -- 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] Marque-specific Rides
There aren't a lot of organized rides that do the type of riding that we do on these rides - mixed surface, taking advantage of the different models' versatility. It's interesting that within typical mainstream road-only group rides, the distinctiveness of the bikes offered by different makers is less than the distinctiveness of the various Rivendells that you will see on rbw-owners-bunch rides. That distinctiveness of the different Rivendell models is complemented by the variety in the other models and brands that attendees bring on these rides (Nishikis and Treks and Schwinns, etc, all made to work in unique and sometimes creative ways.) These types of rides are enjoyable on suitable bikes from any maker. But the key word is suitable. The fact that so many Rivendell models are suitable says great things about the company. -Jim W. On Dec 28, 2010, at 6:03 PM, CycloFiend wrote: on 12/28/10 12:10 PM, Jon Grant at jgr...@papagrant.com wrote: Do owners of other marques do this? I know car guys do, but do other bike folk besides Rivendell bicyclers? There are the monthly vintage rides which take place at the Rose Bowl in LA on Sundays, put on by Velo-Retro (Chuck Schmidt). http://www.velo-retro.com Obviously more period-correct than marque-oriented. The three-speed tour around Lake Pepin is a bit more limiting, perhaps... http://www.3speedtour.com It seems to me there's a Pugsley gathering, but can't lay my hands upon the link right now... maybe it was in the Surly flickr stream. Of course, the Rivendell rides have always been inclusive of anyone who has the gumption to show up! But, I'm not sure I've seen another like it. - 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. -- 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: zipties in snow / was: Seattle Snow Commute
Cool, I'm going to try that! On Dec 28, 1:14 pm, Leslie leslie.bri...@gmail.com wrote: Forgive me for digging up this old thread, but I just stumbled across this article on Gizmodo, and it feels like I should have read it here at RBW, but searching on snow, Seattle, zip ties (even re-read this threadhttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch/browse_thread/thread/...), and I can't find it here yet. http://www.dutchbikeco.com/_blog/Dutch_Bike_Co_Weblog/post/Seattle_Sn... Really, I just can't find it here on RBW-OB, it seems like it should be... I thought I'd read something about ice biking, snowpocalypse, etc., here recently (maybe it was over on BL instead) Anywho, thought it was an interesting use of zipties for a 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] 64 cm Bombadil Arrived!
Well it seems like forever, but in reality it was very quick in arriving. Even hasd a Christmas Tree and Candy Cane drawn on the box. The bike went together flawlessly and the first ride was great. The Albatross bars are going to take some getting used to I think. The basket and grocery bag are great .. which was actually suprising to me. The more I look and read I'm seriously looking at the E3 symetrical light now instead of the Edulux like I have on my ahh. Still hate the tail light but more light out front sure seems like the way to go. Got the 700x50 big apples instead of the fat franks because I was worried about dirt... started out with 55 psi, think I'll be dropping that slightly. I had just put an xt reat derailur on the ahh standard, the Bombadil came with rapid rise. Time to switch one of them. Having them different will drive me nuttier than I already am. Weather and this head cold clear up a bit tomorrow see how it does on a 40ish mile meander. Here are some pics from the unboxing. http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/sets/72157625693997926/ Kelly -- 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: 64 cm Bombadil Arrived!
Kelly: It's always so much fun when someone takes the time to photo their new Rivendell as they unpack it. They look almost as good in the bubble wrap as they do assembled. Thanks for posting. Great job to get a new bike that's so versatile you can take it right out in the snow! Gotta love those plump tires. dougP On Dec 28, 8:18 pm, Kelly Sleeper tkslee...@gmail.com wrote: Well it seems like forever, but in reality it was very quick in arriving. Even hasd a Christmas Tree and Candy Cane drawn on the box. The bike went together flawlessly and the first ride was great. The Albatross bars are going to take some getting used to I think. The basket and grocery bag are great .. which was actually suprising to me. The more I look and read I'm seriously looking at the E3 symetrical light now instead of the Edulux like I have on my ahh. Still hate the tail light but more light out front sure seems like the way to go. Got the 700x50 big apples instead of the fat franks because I was worried about dirt... started out with 55 psi, think I'll be dropping that slightly. I had just put an xt reat derailur on the ahh standard, the Bombadil came with rapid rise. Time to switch one of them. Having them different will drive me nuttier than I already am. Weather and this head cold clear up a bit tomorrow see how it does on a 40ish mile meander. Here are some pics from the unboxing. http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/sets/72157625693997926/ Kelly -- 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: Advice for brevet
That looks suspiciously like the stock iPhone Maps app. It's quite good actually, if you have cell phone coverage. But I wonder about the battery life for a planned 13-hour event. On Dec 28, 1:05 pm, Joe Bartoe jbar...@hotmail.com wrote: What applications are you using on the iPhone? I have a similar mount on one bike and was curious if there was a decent application for bike computer use and gps use on the bike. Best, Joe Joe Bartoe Synaptic Cycles Bicycle Rentals, Inc.www.synapticcycles.com 949-374-6079 From: thomas.alling...@skadden.com To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Date: Tue, 28 Dec 2010 15:55:46 -0500 Subject: RE: [RBW] Re: Advice for brevet Not on brevets, but I've used this device mount for iPhone very successfully on tours: http://www.flickr.com/photos/37542...@n04/4815788778/ Here it is with screen in operation. http://www.flickr.com/photos/37542...@n04/4815165839/in/photostream/ Particulars are in comments on the pics. -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Rick Smith Sent: Tuesday, December 28, 2010 3:42 PM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] Re: Advice for brevet Any iPhone users who ride brevets? I'm interested in knowing what GPS / mapping app/site you use. Also what kind of mount for the device. On Dec 28, 2:55 pm, Patrick in VT swing4...@gmail.com wrote: On Dec 27, 6:51 pm, Anne Paulson anne.paul...@gmail.com wrote: I've done bike touring and centuries before, but never a randonee. between touring and centuries, you have plenty of experience. there's no magic about a randonee, so just be confident, don't overthink things, and don't mess with what you know works for you. Sounds like you're on home turf too and that's a big advantage, especially if you know where the controls/services are. if you don't know, find out what will be open along the route - a good cup of coffee or some real food is a wonderful thing on a long bike ride. try to limit your stops to about 15 mins - time spent at controls/rest stops adds up. finally, don't overpack - weather can complicate things, but you don't need to carry much for a 200k that has ample services along the route. -- 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. --- --- To ensure compliance with Treasury Department regulations, we advise you that, unless otherwise expressly indicated, any federal tax advice contained in this message was not intended or written to be used, and cannot be used, for the purpose of (i) avoiding tax-related penalties under the Internal Revenue Code or applicable state or local tax law provisions or (ii) promoting, marketing or recommending to another party any tax-related matters addressed herein. This email (and any attachments thereto) is intended only for use by the addressee(s) named herein and may contain legally privileged and/or confidential information. If you are not the intended recipient of this email, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this email (and any attachments thereto) is strictly prohibited. If you receive this email in error please immediately notify me at (212) 735-3000 and permanently delete the original email (and any copy of any email) and any printout thereof. Further information about the firm, a list of the Partners and their professional qualifications will be provided upon 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 athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at
[RBW] Re: Advice for brevet
Rando rides have very specific reflective gear requirements as well - a vest or Sam-Browne type reflective belt (I wear a reflective running vest myself) and reflective ankle bands - one on each ankle. A headlight and taillight, of course. I also have a Petzl e+lite on my helmet - enough light to read the cue sheet, and, should I be so unfortunate, fix a flat. There are lighting purists who say your rear light shouldn't blink. I don't mind if someone's blinks, as long as it is not a Dinotte in paint-melt mode. Extra socks. Extra gloves. If it is going to rain, you can't go wrong with another base layer. I ride with folks who bring an entire change of clothes. Would have come in handy on the Armageddon 200k (http://lynnerides.blogspot.com/2010/12/armageddon-200km.html) a couple weeks back, but all I had was a dry baselayer, dry socks, and weather resistant tights. Wool is totally your friend. Ibuprofen. Antacids. On Dec 28, 10:30 am, Anne Paulson anne.paul...@gmail.com wrote: On Tue, Dec 28, 2010 at 7:14 AM, Thomas Nezovich t...@cox.net wrote: I'm not sure what part of the country you are in but I would fender that Roadeo or take a fendered bike in January. It's a difficult decision. My fendered Atlantis is a lot heavier and less sprightly than the Roadeo. I'm not a weight weenie, but the difference in total time would be one or two hours. That's considerable. Chance of rain is just the ambigous weather report that makes riding without fenders a possible choice, but possibly a bad one. I may bring both bikes to the start and decide when I get there. My frequent strategy for riding brevets in non-home territory was to find some local to shadow or follow especially when it got dark. I do want to ride with others of the same speed and hope I find them, but fortunately for me, the Pacific Coast north of Santa Cruz counts as home territory for me. Except the small section between Montara and Half Moon Bay, I've ridden the area many times. -- -- Anne Paulson My hovercraft is full of eels -- 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: Amos
http://www.rivbike.com/products/show/amos/70-999 On the site they said it might come around Mayish. check it. On Dec 28, 9:06 am, Darin G. dbg...@mac.com wrote: Anyone have new details on the Amos/San Marco? Will Rivendell be selling the Soma version or repainting/renaming it for themselves? -- 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: Advice for brevet
All together now: Fender the Rodeo, fender the rodeo, etc. ad nauseam... Get the SKSs from Riv, or even better, the SKS fenders with Berthoud aluminum stays from Peter White. I have them on my Sam, love them: http://www.flickr.com/photos/25150...@n08/5185320523/ The 42mm fit great over Jack Browns. Lighter, longer, cleaner looking, no chance of snagging anything on the uncut SKS stays, and only marginally more expenive. Easier to install, too, if you were considering cutting the SKS stays (Aluminum so much easier to cut than stainless steel). A win/win/win. Don't know why Riv doesn't stock them. Gernot On Dec 29, 1:35 am, Joe Bartoe jbar...@hotmail.com wrote: Hi Anne, The bike that is most comfortable and can carry what you need is probably the best way to go. Can't you fender the Roadeo? It sure seems like you're leaning in the Roadeo's direction and fendering it would just make it that much easier to choose. Best of luck, Joe Joe Bartoe Synaptic Cycles Bicycle Rentals, Inc.www.synapticcycles.com 949-374-6079 Date: Tue, 28 Dec 2010 10:30:47 -0800 Subject: Re: [RBW] Advice for brevet From: anne.paul...@gmail.com To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com On Tue, Dec 28, 2010 at 7:14 AM, Thomas Nezovich t...@cox.net wrote: I'm not sure what part of the country you are in but I would fender that Roadeo or take a fendered bike in January. It's a difficult decision. My fendered Atlantis is a lot heavier and less sprightly than the Roadeo. I'm not a weight weenie, but the difference in total time would be one or two hours. That's considerable. Chance of rain is just the ambigous weather report that makes riding without fenders a possible choice, but possibly a bad one. I may bring both bikes to the start and decide when I get there. My frequent strategy for riding brevets in non-home territory was to find some local to shadow or follow especially when it got dark. I do want to ride with others of the same speed and hope I find them, but fortunately for me, the Pacific Coast north of Santa Cruz counts as home territory for me. Except the small section between Montara and Half Moon Bay, I've ridden the area many times. -- -- Anne Paulson My hovercraft is full of eels -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
