Re: [RBW] Re: Advice for brevet
On Wed, Dec 29, 2010 at 2:47 AM, Earl Grey earlg...@gmail.com wrote: 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. the sks/berthouds from peter white have been back ordered for months. Believe me, I'd like to get a pair. -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.
[RBW] Re: zipties in snow / was: Seattle Snow Commute
I recall wrapping telephone wire (thin single strand copper stuff) around the wheels of my Schwinn Varsity during a school snow day. It helped the traction a bit, but certainly made the rim brakes lock up easily! Angus On Dec 28, 12:14 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.
Re: [RBW] Advice for brevet
This ebay listing (not mine) is for a Sigma LED light specifically intended to light up handlebar instruments: 390268273714. A similar item from Pyramid was on offer from Icycles: 330498720514, but it's now closed. Worth a look, however, and Icycles might have or get some more of them. I haven't tried it, but I think it's worth a look. On Tue, Dec 28, 2010 at 9:02 AM, Ken Freeman kenfreeman...@gmail.comwrote: 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 -- 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] Riv Ride Chiang Mai 12-27-10
First time we've had 3 Rivendells on a ride. Did my favorite loop that is about half dirt, time-wise. A few photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/25150...@n08/ Cheers, Gernot -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google 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: Riv Ride Chiang Mai 12-27-10
Nice. Where in Thailand is Chiang Mai michael On Dec 29, 8:07 am, Earl Grey earlg...@gmail.com wrote: First time we've had 3 Rivendells on a ride. Did my favorite loop that is about half dirt, time-wise. A few photos:http://www.flickr.com/photos/25150...@n08/ Cheers, Gernot -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google 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: Riv Ride Chiang Mai 12-27-10
Up in the far north, almost 20 degrees latitude. :) Gernot -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google 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] Fenders for Roadeo
Would it be terrible to temporarily attach the front fender to my Roadeo with a bolt as usual at the fork blade tip, and zipties at the brake bridge? These fenders are just for a few days, and since I'm hopelessly bad at readjusting brakes I don't want to have to do it twice in a week. -- -- 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: Fenders for Roadeo
You may be aware of this product already but if not think about getting some. They make taking off fenders a lot easier. If zipties hold the fenders securely then why not. Especially if it's only temporary. http://www.rivbike.com/products/show/sheldon-s-fender-nuts/27-008 You realize that if you put fenders on your bike the roads will be dry for your brevet, but if you don't... --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: Riv Ride Chiang Mai 12-27-10
Gernot: Great photos. 100% Rivendell participation is a high bar to meet; doubt we'll ever get there here in the States. Hope I can hook up with you guys when I'm there next month. Gotta make that adjustment to riding British style. dougP On Dec 29, 6:52 am, Earl Grey earlg...@gmail.com wrote: Up in the far north, almost 20 degrees latitude. :) Gernot -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google 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] How to convert a Bike with 1 1/8 headset to a 1 threadset
Hello RBW List I´m interested to use my Nitto Bullmoose bar/stem on my Touring bike a Thorn XTC that is build with a 1 1/8 headset. Is it possible to: 1. Use the existing fork and convert the steerer with threads and a new 1 1/8 threaded headset. Is it possible to use a spacer to the smaller 1 Quill. 2. Is it better to get a new 1 threaded fork with a King Devolution headset, 1 1/8 to 1. 3. Do you have a better idea/ solution for my problem. What do you recommend, is the first route possible or is it jusst Utopia! I wish you all a Happy new Year! Regards Carl Otto Wollin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google 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: How to convert a Bike with 1 1/8 headset to a 1 threadset
you could use these, but you'd need a new fork: also made by wheels manufacturing. http://www.pricepoint.com/detail/11856-318_TAMHS1-3-Parts-63-Headsets/Tamer-Headset-Reducer-offer?utm_source=Googlebaseutm_medium=datafeedutm_campaign=FTPoffer=IN210GLB.htmzmam=3075515zmas=1zmac=30zmap=318%20TAMHS1 On Dec 29, 9:29 am, Carl Otto Wollin carlottowol...@hotmail.com wrote: Hello RBW List I´m interested to use my Nitto Bullmoose bar/stem on my Touring bike a Thorn XTC that is build with a 1 1/8 headset. Is it possible to: 1. Use the existing fork and convert the steerer with threads and a new 1 1/8 threaded headset. Is it possible to use a spacer to the smaller 1 Quill. 2. Is it better to get a new 1 threaded fork with a King Devolution headset, 1 1/8 to 1. 3. Do you have a better idea/ solution for my problem. What do you recommend, is the first route possible or is it jusst Utopia! I wish you all a Happy new Year! Regards Carl Otto Wollin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google 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] Fenders for Roadeo
on 12/29/10 8:37 AM, Anne Paulson at anne.paul...@gmail.com wrote: Would it be terrible to temporarily attach the front fender to my Roadeo with a bolt as usual at the fork blade tip, and zipties at the brake bridge? These fenders are just for a few days, and since I'm hopelessly bad at readjusting brakes I don't want to have to do it twice in a week. I'd be a little worried about the zip tie affecting the operation of the front brake. Mike has the right idea - If you can get your hands on the Sheldon Nut, it drastically simplifies on/off of fenders and elminates brake adjustments. Also, that thing he said about fenders=sunshine ;^) And, while the fenders on brevets are really courteous to those who ride with you. Unfendered riders on misty/rainy days are genuinely unpopular in groups. Good luck and have FUN! - J -- Jim Edgar cyclofi...@earthlink.net Three T-shirts Now Available: I've Got Downtube Shifters... S/S T-shirt Cyclocross - More Cowbell L/S T-shirt One Cog - Zero Excuses L/S T-shirt http://www.cyclofiend.com/stuff Gallery updates now appear here - http://cyclofiend.blogspot.com Cyclofiend Bicycle Photo Galleries - http://www.cyclofiend.com Current Classics - Cross Bikes Singlespeed - Working Bikes -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google 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] Sighting of a Rare Bird
Only 80 were made; these cost just £995 when they were available: http://www.flickr.com/photos/blackpuddinonnabike/2537543580/lightbox/ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google 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!
That is a cracking cycle! Oooh, what I would do to that . . . -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google 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 did write Intent is to use as supplemental vs main lights. Cheers. Great info. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google 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: How to convert a Bike with 1 1/8 headset to a 1 threadset
I vote for option #2 that would seem like the most elegant solution. I have never seen a setup that used 1 1/8th fork with a 1 quill stem, using some kind of an adapter. perhaps something could be fab'd up. unless your married to the fork I would use the King devolution, I guess it comes down to which is more important to you, the existing fork or the bullmoose bars. On Dec 29, 9:29 am, Carl Otto Wollin carlottowol...@hotmail.com wrote: Hello RBW List I´m interested to use my Nitto Bullmoose bar/stem on my Touring bike a Thorn XTC that is build with a 1 1/8 headset. Is it possible to: 1. Use the existing fork and convert the steerer with threads and a new 1 1/8 threaded headset. Is it possible to use a spacer to the smaller 1 Quill. 2. Is it better to get a new 1 threaded fork with a King Devolution headset, 1 1/8 to 1. 3. Do you have a better idea/ solution for my problem. What do you recommend, is the first route possible or is it jusst Utopia! I wish you all a Happy new Year! Regards Carl Otto Wollin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google 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 Tue, Dec 28, 2010 at 11:47 PM, Earl Grey earlg...@gmail.com wrote: All together now: Fender the Rodeo, fender the rodeo, etc. ad nauseam... Bowing to pressure, I now have fenders on the Roadeo, ensuring that not a drop of rain will fall on me. And I'm happy. I can stop worrying (not that I was very worried, I ride a lot so I know I'll be fine) and look forward to the fun of the ride. The bike shop tried to sell me those imitation fenders. I was not fooled. -- -- 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] zipties in snow / was: Seattle Snow Commute
Lovely idea, I even stopped to pick up some more zipties, before it occurred to me that I needed disk brakes to make it work... Marc - Original Message - From: Leslie leslie.bri...@gmail.com Date: Tuesday, December 28, 2010 7:14 pm Subject: [RBW] zipties in snow / was: Seattle Snow Commute To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com 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. -- Marc Nolte phone: +33.(0)6.34.54.61.16 email: m...@mbn.ca -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google 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: Fenders for Roadeo
Get the fender nuts, and squeeze those fenders up as high as you can, a 45mm fender should fit width wise but your height will be the squeeze as you decide on what tires you are going to run. I went with Planet bike fenders. For the price they are decent, not honjo, but better by far than nothing. I ended up making a longer mud flap for mine too. The stock one on the front was really short. http://oceanaircycles.com/2010/12/16/fenders-on-the-roadeo/ or http://wp.me/p19mfs-9b Have fun, rain is what you make of it. I think of it as a step closer to the frictionless universe from physics class. Rob On Dec 29, 8:37 am, Anne Paulson anne.paul...@gmail.com wrote: Would it be terrible to temporarily attach the front fender to my Roadeo with a bolt as usual at the fork blade tip, and zipties at the brake bridge? These fenders are just for a few days, and since I'm hopelessly bad at readjusting brakes I don't want to have to do it twice in a week. -- -- 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: How to convert a Bike with 1 1/8 headset to a 1 threadset
Option 4? http://www.rawlandcycles.com/store/index.php?strWebAction=item_detailintItemID=3858 Rawland Elgokse Rob On Dec 29, 9:29 am, Carl Otto Wollin carlottowol...@hotmail.com wrote: Hello RBW List I´m interested to use my Nitto Bullmoose bar/stem on my Touring bike a Thorn XTC that is build with a 1 1/8 headset. Is it possible to: 1. Use the existing fork and convert the steerer with threads and a new 1 1/8 threaded headset. Is it possible to use a spacer to the smaller 1 Quill. 2. Is it better to get a new 1 threaded fork with a King Devolution headset, 1 1/8 to 1. 3. Do you have a better idea/ solution for my problem. What do you recommend, is the first route possible or is it jusst Utopia! I wish you all a Happy new Year! Regards Carl Otto Wollin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google 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] New Quickbeam and Hillborne pics
Pictures of my new to me Quickbeam, and my year old Sam Hill. http://www.flickr.com/photos/88604...@n00/ Enjoy! Clyde -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google 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: New Quickbeam and Hillborne pics
Nice quiver. Didn't you used to have a Rambouillet? Is the Sam a 56 or 60? --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: Riv Ride Chiang Mai 12-27-10
Looks warm, very nice. There was an interloper though and therefore 75% Riv in the group. Rob On Dec 29, 9:24 am, doug peterson dougpn...@cox.net wrote: Gernot: Great photos. 100% Rivendell participation is a high bar to meet; doubt we'll ever get there here in the States. Hope I can hook up with you guys when I'm there next month. Gotta make that adjustment to riding British style. dougP On Dec 29, 6:52 am, Earl Grey earlg...@gmail.com wrote: Up in the far north, almost 20 degrees latitude. :) Gernot- 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] Tonight's Quickbeam Ride
Still learning about video editing. Enjoy: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJaofz2trvU --Eric campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com www.wheelsnorth.org -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google 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: Amos
Nice bike. This is the bike you recommend to your friends when they want something sensible and fun for less than $2k. On Tue, Dec 28, 2010 at 8:00 PM, MannyAcosta manueljohnaco...@gmail.com wrote: http://www.rivbike.com/products/show/amos/70-999 -- -- 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] Tucson Area Ride Suggestions?
Hey All, I'm a newcomer to the Southwest and this group. Can anyone recommend unpaved routes in the Tucson area? So far I've visited Fantasy Island on my old Ross Force One and been up Redington Road into the Coronado with Samuel Hillborne. I'm also curious about conquering Mt. Lemmon, but I'm a little scared of being run over. Anyone had experience with that ride? 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] Potential Hillborne sale
Any interest out there? What I really wanted was an Atlantis or Hunqapillar, but I was pinching pennies at the time. - 56 cm Waterford-built (double top-tube) Sam Hillborne, orange - Purchased new in 2010. It has ~ 500 miles, a couple of small nicks in the paint and light wear from normal use of quick release at the dropouts. I'll make the effort to photograph the paint chips if anyone is serious about buying it. - Frame/fork/headset/bb only. http://www.flickr.com/photos/57703...@n08/sets/72157625701674614/ I'm thinking $900 plus shipping. I'd also be interested in a trade +cash for a 54 Hunqapillar or 56-58 cm Atlantis, but that seems like an unlikely scenario. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google 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] A couple of grainy Sam photos.
Taken during the longest ride to-date with my Hillborne: http://www.flickr.com/photos/57703...@n08/sets/72157625701127162/ Was great fun, but the washboard roads made me wish for fatter tires on the descent. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google 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: 64 cm Bombadil Arrived!
Beautiful bicycle and you look quite dapper yourself! Great pics. Thanks very much!! Congratulations! best, JimP Date: Tue, 28 Dec 2010 20:34:27 -0800 Subject: [RBW] Re: 64 cm Bombadil Arrived! From: dougpn...@cox.net To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com 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. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google 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] Riv Ride Chiang Mai 12-27-10
Beautiul! Very nice looking area. best, JimP Date: Wed, 29 Dec 2010 05:07:56 -0800 From: earlg...@gmail.com To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] Riv Ride Chiang Mai 12-27-10 First time we've had 3 Rivendells on a ride. Did my favorite loop that is about half dirt, time-wise. A few photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/25150...@n08/ Cheers, Gernot -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google 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: Tucson Area Ride Suggestions?
Welcome to Tucson! Been here almost 5 years and love it. What part of town are you in? There are quite a few dirt roads north of town heading to Oracle. You could probably ride out there forever. The road that heads out to the 24 hours in the Old Pueblo course goes over some hills and i think it reaches a spring eventually (never been out that far). There are also some dirt roads south of town headed toward the Santa Ritas-- old vail road is dirt i believe. Also some dirt roads in the middle of town, pretty much between Campbell and Oracle Rd. Along with those are some trials/ roads that link up with the bike path and Fantasy Island. I use google maps to map things out and then see how it goes. Mt Lemmon is a great ride and cars are pretty respectful. There are way too many cyclists up there to not be. Swing by the Safeway on Tanque Verde and Mt. Lemmon Highway some weekend morning and you will be astounded at the number of cyclists It isnt that steep honestly it is just long. Bring plenty of water as there isnt any until Summerhaven and in the summer there isnt any until Palisades. I have never had an issue on that road.I think it is scarier going down at 40+ and sweeping turns. There are also some dirt roads and trails on Mt Lemmon that may be worth checking out. There is also an old dirt road up the back side of Mt Lemmon called the Control Road. It starts in Oracle and ends just before Summerhaven. I have not done it, but hope to soon. Reddington Road also loops around the Catalinas and would make a great long day or overnight. All of the roads are god for riding. Be sure to get over to Saguaro National Park East and ride the 8 mile loop road. Gates Pass on the west side of town is another great ride, though one that you want to be a little more careful about traffic. Hope this helps. Cheers! cm -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google 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: A couple of grainy Sam photos.
Made me jealous! Looks like a great time. 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] Can you outgrow a frame?
I wonder if any of you have had a custom frame that you rode for years and more recently have found that the top tube has become too long for you? I would guess this happens more noticeably to the short-torsoed among us, since as we age our spines compress and those with shorter torsos feel the difference in the reach to the handlebars sooner than everyone else. But I'm beginning to suspect that this may be happening to me with a 12-year-old custom frame that is no longer comfortable with drops on it (even with the shortest Nitto Techie I can find). My suspicion may have been confirmed at the doctor's office this week when I discovered that I was not only no longer 5' 7, I apparently haven't been for some time. For someone who is, in her family of origin, very, very short (my sister and all my cousins topped out at 6' or more), it was a crushing blow, for at least ten minutes. Seriously, has this happened to anyone else? Is it possible to outgrow (or outshrink?) a custom frame? --B -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google 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: Tonight's Quickbeam Ride
Cooking with gas... ah, the subversive within emerges. The audio is an effective addition. Looking forward to more. dougP On Dec 29, 6:51 pm, Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com wrote: Still learning about video editing. Enjoy: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJaofz2trvU --Eric campyonly...@me.comwww.campyonly.comwww.wheelsnorth.org -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google 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] New Simple one
Wondered if the new frame will have a level top tube. Trying to figure my size. I ride a 58cm Long Haul Trucker, and a couple of 23 inch Raleigh's. I'm right in the middle between 58 60 cm but have a short reach so I'm thinking a 58 cm might be the best size. I do have a 86.4 cm PBH measurement. I found with my Trucker that I needed a 75mm stem with the noodle bar to get comfortable and my other bikes have had 22.5 top tubes using a 90mm stem. Some 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-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: A couple of grainy Sam photos.
Maybe Pugsley size could be comfortable on washboard but it would be t- t-t-tou-gh-gh-gh on anything else, IMHO. What size tires are you on, at what pressure? dougP On Dec 29, 9:39 pm, Kelly Sleeper tkslee...@gmail.com wrote: Made me jealous! Looks like a great time. 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: Can you outgrow a frame?
Me thinks ye hath answered thine own query! I know I have shrunk due to weight and age. My flexibility has also declined which has forced me to look at a more rounded exercise program since cycling tends to tighten you up. Improving your flexibility may help. Maybe you'll have to convert the bike to some upright bars. : ( On Dec 29, 9:42 pm, b hamon periwinkle...@yahoo.com wrote: I wonder if any of you have had a custom frame that you rode for years and more recently have found that the top tube has become too long for you? I would guess this happens more noticeably to the short-torsoed among us, since as we age our spines compress and those with shorter torsos feel the difference in the reach to the handlebars sooner than everyone else. But I'm beginning to suspect that this may be happening to me with a 12-year-old custom frame that is no longer comfortable with drops on it (even with the shortest Nitto Techie I can find). My suspicion may have been confirmed at the doctor's office this week when I discovered that I was not only no longer 5' 7, I apparently haven't been for some time. For someone who is, in her family of origin, very, very short (my sister and all my cousins topped out at 6' or more), it was a crushing blow, for at least ten minutes. Seriously, has this happened to anyone else? Is it possible to outgrow (or outshrink?) a custom frame? --B -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google 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.
