[RBW] FS: Grand Bois Hetre tires
About 1,000 miles of use. Honestly, plenty of tread left. One is in about 8 out of 10 condition and the other is about a 7 out of 10. Selling both for $50 shipped. Black w/tan sidewall. 650b x 42, of course. Contact me directly for deal closure. -- You received 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.
Re: [RBW] OT: Bike Storage
I had good experience with Racor PBH. I have 6 bicycles hoist with that method and is very convenient. Ed On Thu, Jun 16, 2011 at 8:53 AM, PATRICK MOORE bertin...@gmail.com wrote: Can y'all post photos of some of these hoist and store devices? I wonder if one might free up needed wall space -- for more shelving -- in my already too cluttered garage. Patrick and that's without putting any stupid cars in it Moore On Wed, Jun 15, 2011 at 2:53 PM, andrew hill neurod...@gmail.com wrote: I've used the Topeak Dual Touch in two different apartments - works great. Currently holding a CantiRom and a Sam. :) Holds up to 4 bikes with optional extra hooks (best for 2). Doesn't mark floors or ceilings much, really good use of space for 2 bikes, at least. 3 or 4 require the pole to be more like 2.5 feet away from a wall instead of 1 or less, so limits your options for living space storage for more than 2. I've got mine pretty stiffly extended against a wooden (slanted) ceiling, and it's not shifted during a few small earthquakes I could feel :) Best, Andrew On Jun 15, 2011, at 7:31 AM, jandrews_nyc wrote: Hello, I've moved to a new, smaller apartment, but with very high ceilings. So, Given that my wife and I have 4 bikes, including 2 Rivs, we've decided to go the bike hoist route. These are the devices that fix to a joist in the ceiling that allow the bike to be lifted up and locked in. Does anyone have any recommendations on particular units? Thanks in advance, Jason -- You received 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. -- You received 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 patrickmo...@resumespecialties.com A billion stars go spinning through the night Blazing high above your head; But in you is the Presence that will be When all the stars are dead. (Rilke, Buddha in Glory) -- You received 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. -- You received 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.
[RBW] Looking for Hilsen Owners in PDX
Hi, I am new to the list (per Mark's suggestion @ Riv). I am in discussions about getting a 65cm Hilsen and wonder if there are any owners in the Portland area that would let me check out their bikes and ask a few questions. Please respond off list if appropriate Thanks Dennis -- You received 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.
[RBW] Re: Market Prices for Riv Frames
I'd love to score a Bleriot, for completely shallow reasons: It's my favorite Riv name/graphics package. I don't know the story of them being pulled from the market, and didn't realize they disappeared quickly (I was in recumbent world the last three years). About the mythical Legolas: I was at Rivendell a few years ago, cash in hand, staring at one in my size. I was *this* close to buying...and bailed out. They only made 80!? Oh my heart.. On Jun 15, 4:06 am, islaysteve alkire...@verizon.net wrote: Leslie, No offense taken by me at all! I understand what you're saying about some people overpaying for nice-looking restored car, while more knowledgable folks know that there is an upper limit to reasonable prices for any given model. This may be similar to the pricing on the Ram we are discussing, but of course the final sale price will determine that (if we ever find out.) I'm also amazed by the high asking prices for some older bikes on CL. It may seem reasonable to the seller that if a $700 (when new) bike is like new, it should be worth $400 now. They don't realize that the technology has moved on so much in 10, 15 or 20 years, that their bike is pretty much obsolete to most buyers. I guess the fixed-gear/single-speed trend has been a boon to those selling older steel bikes. I'm just glad that I bought my Bleriot when I did, for what I paid. Steve On Jun 14, 9:45 pm, Leslie leslie.bri...@gmail.com wrote: On Jun 14, 7:08 am, islaysteve alkire...@verizon.net wrote: In view of the other thread about the nice Rambo for sale on CList, I thought I'd start a general discussion of used Riv prices. Just because it's kind of interesting. Someone on the other thread implied that it's not reasonable to compare the asking price of a used frame to the price of a new frame, esp. if it's a different model. I disagree. Long ago I had a job processing claims. The principles apply, I argue. To use my own example, you can't buy a new Bleriot. If you want a new Riv frame that's close to a Bleriot in geometry and function, you buy a Sam. Back when they were sold, Bleriots cost $750 (such a deal!). Today new Sams cost $1100 (?) or $1500, and that is a whole other discussion in itself. In my size (small), they cost $1500. So when I paid more than the original cost for my pristine Bleriot frame/fork, was I foolish? I don't think so. Riv frames in my size on the used market are not available all that often. So the other part of this equation is depreciation: the word that insurance companies love and claimants hate. I think you have to agree that most things, Riv frames included, depreciate. If you'd rather have a new frame out of the box from Walnut Creek than a used frame from Joe on eBay, that's depreciation. If the used frame has some paint chipping around the dropouts, that's.you get the picture. We can argue about how much to depreciate a Riv frame, or anything else. I wouldn't depreciate it down to 25% after say 10 years, like some claims payers might. So to wrap this up, my point is that it's reasonable to look at the price of a comparable new frame (bike), decide what kind of depreciation to apply to the used bike in question, and go from there. And of course the buyers emotions and wants play into this a good bit. I would have rather had an orange Sam with Hillborne graphics than the blue Bleriot. But it just wasn't worth nearly double the price to me. Cheers, Steve I suppose I should reply here, as it might very well be me that was implying that it's not quite appropriate to do a direct price comparison between a discontinued used model and a new current model. And, I should go ahead and say, anything I say isn't meant to offend, is simply my perspective, YMMV. I will agree, if you want to have insurance replace a bike with a very comparable brand/model, then sure, you can insure it for a declared amount to make sure that if stolen, you could go and replace it (ie, replace a Rambouillet with a Roadeo). That would be a $1600 frame, being replaced with a $2000 frame. And, I love my Rambouillet, it's an awesome bike. I really would like to think that, it'd be reasonable to expect that an insurance company would replace it with a brand new Roadeo if anything ever happened to it. And if I had an Atlantis that was a year or two old, maybe it'd not be too unreasonable to argue with insurance that they could just buy a new one to replace it. But, realistically, as soon as you drive a car off a lot, it's a used car. A few years later, once a company has replaced it with a new model, if I went to sell it, I wouldn't expect to set its price directly compared to a new car, I have to look at the price for which used ones of its same year are selling, regardless of the new model being the one that's most like it. I had a Subaru,
[RBW] Re: FS: 650B Conversion Kit
Is the 650B setup still available? Just got a frame that it would be good for. Thanks -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/OiWsq6H9NzIJ. 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.
Re: [RBW] Re: OT: Bike Storage
I have tried a variety of ways to store my bikes, yet keep them accessible for use. I have the rubber coated - Homer Depot type hooks in the ceiling. I have the rubber coated - bike shop type J hooks on the wall. I have the block-and-tackle type ( harder to install ) on the ceiling for both 2 bikes and the ski box for my car. I find I like systems that use the wheel of the bike ( the first 2 types ), rather than the block-and-tackle as the hooks tend to interfere with devices I have installed on the handlebars. All of these systems work, it depends on if you ( and your SO ) are able to lift your loaded bikes up and onto the hooks comfortably. http://www.flickr.com/photos/tbwmbn/1440037841/in/set-72157602162875691/ Riv content : My his-n-hers set of Mixtes are hidden in the basement ( and therefore not in the pictures ), since I'm currently on long term assignment out of country. Best regards, Marc - Original Message - From: Zack zack...@gmail.com Date: Wednesday, June 15, 2011 7:04 pm Subject: [RBW] Re: OT: Bike Storage To: RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Just FYI, I also live in an apartment, and just hang my bikes on hooks that I screwed into the ceiling. They were maybe $2 each from Home Depot, covered in rubber. I am pretty tall and am able to reach the bike up to hang it on the hooks. Works for me, and haven't had any problems with wheels bending or anything like that. Has worked for me. On Jun 15, 10:31 am, jandrews_nyc jasonaschwa...@gmail.com wrote: Hello, I've moved to a new, smaller apartment, but with very high ceilings. So, Given that my wife and I have 4 bikes, including 2 Rivs, we've decided to go the bike hoist route. These are the devices that fix to a joist in the ceiling that allow the bike to be lifted up and locked in. Does anyone have any recommendations on particular units? Thanks in advance, Jason -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-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-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.
[RBW] WTB: 56cm Quickbeam
Hello. Anyone looking to sell their 56cm Quickbeam? I prefer the orange version but will take any color. Complete or frameset - doesn't matter. Contact me off-list. 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-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.
Re: [RBW] Re: Market Prices for Riv Frames
This is an interesting thread. One aspect not yet discussed concerns the economics of being an early adapter. For example, I bought a first-generation Atlantis when the frame was about $900. I rode it hard and was able to sell it later for about what I paid, not so much because the frame had appreciated but because a new frame had about doubled in price. I went on to buy a Bombadil when the pre-release price was $1400. The current price is now $2500. (This example is perhaps not as parallel because my 60 cm frame has the double tube whereas the current models have the diagonal tube). As others have pointed out, interest in the Quickbeam remains high, so one imagines that those who bought the SimpleOne at its introductory price will find that those frames hold their value well. David Sprunger Fargo, ND Bikes: http://www.cord.edu/faculty/sprunger/bikes/ On Wed, Jun 15, 2011 at 4:53 PM, Joe Bernard joerem...@gmail.com wrote: I'd love to score a Bleriot, for completely shallow reasons: It's my favorite Riv name/graphics package. I don't know the story of them being pulled from the market, and didn't realize they disappeared quickly (I was in recumbent world the last three years). About the mythical Legolas: I was at Rivendell a few years ago, cash in hand, staring at one in my size. I was *this* close to buying...and bailed out. They only made 80!? Oh my heart.. On Jun 15, 4:06 am, islaysteve alkire...@verizon.net wrote: Leslie, No offense taken by me at all! I understand what you're saying about some people overpaying for nice-looking restored car, while more knowledgable folks know that there is an upper limit to reasonable prices for any given model. This may be similar to the pricing on the Ram we are discussing, but of course the final sale price will determine that (if we ever find out.) I'm also amazed by the high asking prices for some older bikes on CL. It may seem reasonable to the seller that if a $700 (when new) bike is like new, it should be worth $400 now. They don't realize that the technology has moved on so much in 10, 15 or 20 years, that their bike is pretty much obsolete to most buyers. I guess the fixed-gear/single-speed trend has been a boon to those selling older steel bikes. I'm just glad that I bought my Bleriot when I did, for what I paid. Steve On Jun 14, 9:45 pm, Leslie leslie.bri...@gmail.com wrote: On Jun 14, 7:08 am, islaysteve alkire...@verizon.net wrote: In view of the other thread about the nice Rambo for sale on CList, I thought I'd start a general discussion of used Riv prices. Just because it's kind of interesting. Someone on the other thread implied that it's not reasonable to compare the asking price of a used frame to the price of a new frame, esp. if it's a different model. I disagree. Long ago I had a job processing claims. The principles apply, I argue. To use my own example, you can't buy a new Bleriot. If you want a new Riv frame that's close to a Bleriot in geometry and function, you buy a Sam. Back when they were sold, Bleriots cost $750 (such a deal!). Today new Sams cost $1100 (?) or $1500, and that is a whole other discussion in itself. In my size (small), they cost $1500. So when I paid more than the original cost for my pristine Bleriot frame/fork, was I foolish? I don't think so. Riv frames in my size on the used market are not available all that often. So the other part of this equation is depreciation: the word that insurance companies love and claimants hate. I think you have to agree that most things, Riv frames included, depreciate. If you'd rather have a new frame out of the box from Walnut Creek than a used frame from Joe on eBay, that's depreciation. If the used frame has some paint chipping around the dropouts, that's.you get the picture. We can argue about how much to depreciate a Riv frame, or anything else. I wouldn't depreciate it down to 25% after say 10 years, like some claims payers might. So to wrap this up, my point is that it's reasonable to look at the price of a comparable new frame (bike), decide what kind of depreciation to apply to the used bike in question, and go from there. And of course the buyers emotions and wants play into this a good bit. I would have rather had an orange Sam with Hillborne graphics than the blue Bleriot. But it just wasn't worth nearly double the price to me. Cheers, Steve I suppose I should reply here, as it might very well be me that was implying that it's not quite appropriate to do a direct price comparison between a discontinued used model and a new current model. And, I should go ahead and say, anything I say isn't meant to offend, is simply my perspective, YMMV. I will agree, if you want to have insurance replace a bike with a very comparable brand/model,
[RBW] Re: Rivendell MTB? Rare Sighting
David, what bars do you have on that bike? On Jun 15, 10:19 pm, David Blessing cyberbless...@q.com wrote: I bought the bike from Bill a couple of years ago. It is just a wonderful bike. Not good at photos, but this attempt should show the way it is set up now. Cheers. david blessing http://www.flickr.com/photos/60600619@N08/5838185994/in/photostream On Jun 15, 2011, at 7:33 PM, Bill M. wrote: I think Tim is right, this is probably an All-Rounder with flat bars. The giveaway is the level top tube, the Mountain-Expedition had a sloping TT. The bike on Cyclofiend's site is the M/E I once owned, which I believe to be the bike used for the catalog photos. I bought it at a need- cash-now sale, not uncommon in Riv's early days, and sold it a couple of years ago. Like the one for sale, there's not a lot of fork rake, and the bend is more dogleg than low'n'tight. Here's another view with a very different white balance: http://www.flickr.com/photos/15750548@N04/4019037057/sizes/l/in/set-7... Bill On Jun 15, 11:55 am, Tim McNamara tim...@bitstream.net wrote: It's possible that's al All-Rounder built up with MTB bars. I have a '96 A/R and the frame is nearly identical in all the little details that I could see. -- You received 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 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-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.
[RBW] Re: Montclair NJ Bike shop recommendation
It's for a friend who want to buy a new bike. I'm really looking for a shop that will size him wisely and put him on something decent. Maybe someplace that deals in surlys etc. Rivendell is probably a bit out of his range... On Jun 15, 9:24 pm, Montclair BobbyB montclairbob...@gmail.com wrote: Not sure which bike shops in Montclair do this kind of work. FWIW I do minor restoration in my spare time, including sourcing parts and paint, and wheel building; what are you looking for? I live in Princeton, but have been known to frequent Montclair. Email me offline: montclairbob...@gmail.com BB On Jun 15, 4:18 pm, JGS jonat...@jonfipro.com wrote: Anyone have a recommendation for a bike shop in the Montclair NJ area that would understand the idea of restoring an old steal bike or that sells bikes in the Riv / Surly / Soma / etc. world? Thanks so much! -- You received 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.
Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell MTB? Rare Sighting
It's an old WT (wilderness trails) bar that I acquired a few years ago. It's been sitting in my shop waiting for the perfect use. I've got it hemped and shellacked, and it feels pretty good overall. On Jun 16, 2011, at 8:52 AM, Leslie wrote: David, what bars do you have on that bike? On Jun 15, 10:19 pm, David Blessing cyberbless...@q.com wrote: I bought the bike from Bill a couple of years ago. It is just a wonderful bike. Not good at photos, but this attempt should show the way it is set up now. Cheers. david blessing http://www.flickr.com/photos/60600619@N08/5838185994/in/photostream On Jun 15, 2011, at 7:33 PM, Bill M. wrote: I think Tim is right, this is probably an All-Rounder with flat bars. The giveaway is the level top tube, the Mountain-Expedition had a sloping TT. The bike on Cyclofiend's site is the M/E I once owned, which I believe to be the bike used for the catalog photos. I bought it at a need- cash-now sale, not uncommon in Riv's early days, and sold it a couple of years ago. Like the one for sale, there's not a lot of fork rake, and the bend is more dogleg than low'n'tight. Here's another view with a very different white balance: http://www.flickr.com/photos/15750548@N04/4019037057/sizes/l/in/set-7... Bill On Jun 15, 11:55 am, Tim McNamara tim...@bitstream.net wrote: It's possible that's al All-Rounder built up with MTB bars. I have a '96 A/R and the frame is nearly identical in all the little details that I could see. -- You received 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 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-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. -- You received 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.
[RBW] Re: OT: Bike Storage
Love this idea, I am totally going to do that for a project soon. I may just shellack them too! On Jun 15, 9:59 pm, Peter Pesce petepe...@gmail.com wrote: There are lots of different hooks, bike-specific and non-, that you can find at HD, on amazon etc. In almost every case, the vinyl tool dip or neoprene coating is the weak point. it never lasts through more than a few on-and-offs. Probably makes sense to wrap whatever you buy with a strip of old inner tube under some extra bar tape or twine (un-shellacked) right from the start. No reason your bike storage shouldn't be as Riv-ish as your 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-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.
Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell MTB? Rare Sighting
I've got a 22 Riv Mtn bike I bought for my wife a couple of years back. They are pretty rare. On Wed, Jun 15, 2011 at 3:21 PM, newenglandbike matthiasbe...@gmail.com wrote: Agreed. the fork looks bent. Still a cool find though. On Jun 15, 2:14 pm, CycloFiend cyclofi...@earthlink.net wrote: on 6/15/11 10:32 AM, Marty at mgie...@mac.com wrote: Well, not actually seen in person, but I did run across one that appears to be for sale at College Park Cycles. It has all the beefy qualities of the Bombadil, sans under or diaga tubes for those afflicted with that 'itis. Give Larry Black a call if you're in the mood. I love his shop - so much vintage candy dripping from the rafters, and it seems he may have a couple /few other Riv rides for sale too. http://bike123.com/used_bikes/used_sbikesview.php?ID=3361 There was a Rivendell Mountain early on. I've seen a couple images, and we had a thread or two about them a while back, but never seen one in the steel. I'm hoping there's some really odd lens distortion happening on that fork, because otherwise, it looks kind of off - I am trying to compensate for the early, less-curvy fork bend which does appear in this image: http://www.cyclofiend.com/rbw/gen1/#mtnframe Anyone near enough College Park Cycles to snap another image or two? - J -- Jim Edgar cyclofi...@earthlink.net -- You received 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. -- You received 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.
Re: [RBW] Re: Market Prices for Riv Frames
JimD, Any chance you might be willing to trade your raftered 61 cm Blériot for my 59 cm Blériot? I often think that mine is just a little too small for me. What a deal, too, as ,ine's worth $910 compared to the $750 you paid for yours! ;^) Serious about that, contact me off-list. Cheers, Brett -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/jsZlpjukZPcJ. 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.
Re: [RBW] Rivs in the Rafters
On Thu, Jun 16, 2011 at 10:50 AM, jimD rasterd...@comcast.net wrote: OK, seems to me we should all reveal what Rivendell frames/bikes we have hanging around that we don't ride. I confessed to having a 61 Bleriot that charitably donated it's parts to my Saluki. Anybody want to unburden their conscience? -JimD If anyone has a 61cm atlantis or AHH f/f hanging about in the rafters that they are thinking of parting ways with feel free to let me know ;) -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-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.
[RBW] Rivs in the Rafters
OK, seems to me we should all reveal what Rivendell frames/bikes we have hanging around that we don't ride. I confessed to having a 61 Bleriot that charitably donated it's parts to my Saluki. Anybody want to unburden their conscience? -JimD On Jun 15, 2011, at 9:36 AM, cm wrote: You mean you have a new Glorius/ Wilbury hanging in your garage? Do you have any pics? These bikes seem to have just disappeared and attained an almost mythical status-- I knew a guy who knew a guy who once rode with a guy who had one. Cheers! cm On Jun 15, 10:31 am, Charlie cromano...@cox.net wrote: I don't post much but do have some comments here. I was talking last week with Rivendell about the purchase of a Betty Foy or the possibility of a custom Hunqapillar type mixte. I currently ride a 48 cm Hunqa and have an original never built 52cm mixte hanging in the rafters. I ride very upright and would like a little higher handlebar position than the Hunqa provides - thus the discussion about a 58 cm Betty or a custom mixte with a high handlebar position. I now have my doubts that the 52 mixte would provide any higher handle bar position than the Hunqa. Anyway - my point - Keven said if I sold the mixte not to take less than to $2000 - and also offered $1600 on a trade toward a custom - which is what I paid for it several years ago. Charlie PS: The mixte is not for sale. -- You received 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. -- You received 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.
Re: [RBW] Re: Market Prices for Riv Frames
Sorry, 59 is small/ish for me with a 91.5 pbh. Plus I do plan to keep it. I really do intend to re-configure the Bleriot. The dream is to outfit it to tour parts/maybe all of the Great Divide route. Then there are the true adventurers (or insert your own characterization) who race it. Which reminds me - they're at it again: http://tourdivide.org/leaderboard http://www.bikepacking.net/forum/index.php?PHPSESSID=d321513640565be93d686e15dd91527ftopic=2179.440 Cheers, JimD On Jun 16, 2011, at 7:26 AM, Brett Lindenbach wrote: JimD, Any chance you might be willing to trade your raftered 61 cm Blériot for my 59 cm Blériot? I often think that mine is just a little too small for me. What a deal, too, as ,ine's worth $910 compared to the $750 you paid for yours! ;^) Serious about that, contact me off-list. Cheers, Brett -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/jsZlpjukZPcJ. 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. -- You received 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.
[RBW] Re: Rivendell MTB? Rare Sighting
Yes you should. Looks like a gorgeous bike. Love the color and the tape. Gernot On Jun 16, 10:27 am, RonaTD teddur...@gmail.com wrote: A genuine, rare-as-hens'-teeth Riv MTB: http://gallery.me.com/teddurant#100134 Sorry it's just a bad garage-door shot. I should do it justice sometime. 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-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.
[RBW] Re: OT: Bike Storage
I have tall ceilings in my garage, and had both a bike storage and a camping equipment storage problem to solve. I built this 4' x 8' shelf hanging from the rafters, anchored from the wall, 7'6 high. All the camping gear goes on top, and nine bike hooks hang below. So far I'm very pleased with the solution. http://www.flickr.com/photos/45758191@N04/5670500098/in/set-72157626609195222/ It took about 2-1/2 hours to build. On Jun 16, 7:25 am, Zack zack...@gmail.com wrote: Love this idea, I am totally going to do that for a project soon. I may just shellack them too! On Jun 15, 9:59 pm, Peter Pesce petepe...@gmail.com wrote: There are lots of different hooks, bike-specific and non-, that you can find at HD, on amazon etc. In almost every case, the vinyl tool dip or neoprene coating is the weak point. it never lasts through more than a few on-and-offs. Probably makes sense to wrap whatever you buy with a strip of old inner tube under some extra bar tape or twine (un-shellacked) right from the start. No reason your bike storage shouldn't be as Riv-ish as your 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-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.
Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell MTB? Rare Sighting
Here is the spiel from Larry on this bike for those of you interested If not, this its a rare riv mady in wisconsin by Waterford most were Japan and Taiwan. Because we are willing and able to swap components to accommodate special needs and even lower levels of investment, pricing is flexible If the decision is price based, figure we can get it out for as little as $2700 as it is now, it's a $4200 bike and listed at $3700. If you can appreciate a great opportunity and are a little impulsive, we are closing in on the end of the first half of 2011 and the end of a fiscal year and whatever we can show as sold is a help according to the accountants. Get us just a small deposit by then and we'll pass on a $250 subsidy Pay for it by then and we'll double it to $500 there's a very small cosmetic dimple (no paint loss) and we will try to post a photo on the listing.the depth is about ma mm and the area about 2mmx6mm overall We have other Rivendells for less and similar 26 bikes like this (both US and import) for a fraction of the price in case you are more interested in a rider than a collectible rider. One thing on which many of our aficionados agree: if you are planning to ride and enjoy such a gem for the years, even decades, it will serve you, the difference between the 'get by' bike and the 'wanna have' is usually as little as pennies a week. and the nicer bikes work better, longer, and hold value and even appreciate in value better. Larry On Thu, Jun 16, 2011 at 12:03 PM, Earl Grey earlg...@gmail.com wrote: Yes you should. Looks like a gorgeous bike. Love the color and the tape. Gernot On Jun 16, 10:27 am, RonaTD teddur...@gmail.com wrote: A genuine, rare-as-hens'-teeth Riv MTB: http://gallery.me.com/teddurant#100134 Sorry it's just a bad garage-door shot. I should do it justice sometime. 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-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. -- You received 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.
[RBW] Re: Montclair NJ Bike shop recommendation
I live in Montclair and before I bought a Hillborne I was interested in Surly's LHT and Cross Check. I found the only places to ride them were in NYC at NYC Velo on 2d Ave. and Bicycle Habitat. Luckily at that time they had my sizes. I decided to wait and get what I really wanted. But just about any LBS will order one for you (though hard if you don't know your size.) Norman On Jun 16, 9:57 am, JGS jonat...@jonfipro.com wrote: It's for a friend who want to buy a new bike. I'm really looking for a shop that will size him wisely and put him on something decent. Maybe someplace that deals in surlys etc. Rivendell is probably a bit out of his range... On Jun 15, 9:24 pm, Montclair BobbyB montclairbob...@gmail.com wrote: Not sure which bike shops in Montclair do this kind of work. FWIW I do minor restoration in my spare time, including sourcing parts and paint, and wheel building; what are you looking for? I live in Princeton, but have been known to frequent Montclair. Email me offline: montclairbob...@gmail.com BB On Jun 15, 4:18 pm, JGS jonat...@jonfipro.com wrote: Anyone have a recommendation for a bike shop in the Montclair NJ area that would understand the idea of restoring an old steal bike or that sells bikes in the Riv / Surly / Soma / etc. world? Thanks so much!- 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-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.
[RBW] Re: So Cal July 10 - Three Speed River and Sea ride
I'd like to bring the Schwinn down... its a 650b three speed, for those of you who haven't seen it, but I'm thinking about riding down the coast for a few days with you boys the following week too... hmm -Andy 'Deep in thought' Mari On Jun 13, 1:54 am, Esteban proto...@gmail.com wrote: Yea, Andy on the Schwinn. I'm very tempted to bring my Raleigh 3- speed, but its such a boat anchor. The 3-speed is my love affair - my only type of bike for about 10 years. Many people build up Rivs as a modern interpretation of the venerable transportation and touring bicycle. The prototypical 3- speed in Noel's vision, I think, is the Raleigh Clubman. Isn't that how most people build up and ride a Riv? Run what you brung! I certainly hope to be there! Esteban San Diego, Calif. On Jun 13, 5:06 am, doug peterson dougpn...@cox.net wrote: Andy: For this ride you gotta bring your 3 speed! I remember you charging up down the hills in San Diego a couple of years ago. I'm sure there will be at least one Atlantis present; two if I'm lucky. doug still without a 3 speed P On Jun 7, 4:19 pm, Andy.M andy.e.m...@gmail.com wrote: Ill be in town that weekendnow which bike to bring... hmm -Andy On Jun 7, 3:24 pm, cyclotour...@gmail.com cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: Good times are heading your way, people. Noel (who does know how to post to this group BTW) is putting together a real nice ride. 35 miles through coastal Orange County. Should be a perfect route. Conversation here on the flickr:http://www.flickr.mud.yahoo.com/groups/socal_rivendell_bicycle_apprec... And original posting on the SoCal 3 speed tour site:http://www.threespeedtouringclub.com/riverandseadaytour.htm All bikes and riders are encouraged to show and go for a ride. One to 30 gears allowed (sorry 31 speeders). Be there or be L7.- 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-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.
[RBW] Re: OT: Bike Storage
I used the block-and-tackle type shown by Marc with a tandem for 5 years without an issue. -- You received 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.
[RBW] Re: FS: Grand Bois Hetre tires
SOLD On Jun 15, 11:24 pm, Rod C rodc...@gmail.com wrote: About 1,000 miles of use. Honestly, plenty of tread left. One is in about 8 out of 10 condition and the other is about a 7 out of 10. Selling both for $50 shipped. Black w/tan sidewall. 650b x 42, of course. Contact me directly for deal closure. -- You received 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.
[RBW] Re: A Simple Moustache.......
Great story Dustin, I'm glad you are enjoying the Sam H. The Rivendell bikes and culture have changed my bicycle lifestyle as well. It's very cool how these bikes have incited a real healthy passion in many people. Spead the word! ~mike On Jun 16, 10:58 am, EastBayGuy goodwin...@gmail.com wrote: Hi Everyone, I just wanted to share my New SimpleOne with Y'all. I read all the posts daily but rarely post on the site, but have learned allot in the Past Year from the Group. I just got back into cycling about a year ago and I don't plan to stop. I cant thank Rivendell enough for opening my eyes to there style of riding and riding philosophy, not to mention the Paleo Diet. Here is the SimpleOne http://www.flickr.com/photos/54527498@N06/sets/72157626851883261/ I work in Walnut Creek and sell Jaguars and Land Rovers right across the street from RBWHQ. I am always comparing there bikes to Range Rovers when people ask me about them. They are always super smooth on the road and very functional off road as well. It seems they go hand in hand with what Range Rovers are known for, not to mention the beauty, refinement and style of there bikes. About 8 years ago I broke 9 bones in my back from a Snow Saucer accident. I thought my days of physical activity were over and that I would have to live with pain and soreness for the rest of my life. Well 7 years went by, I gained 60 lbs and then I discovered bicycling again and the Paleo Diet. I purchased a used Sam from a member off this list and I have been riding ever since. With the handlebars high and relaxed geometry it is the best anecdote for my back pain and soreness. So now I have lost almost 50 lbs, my back pain is gone and I plan to be riding for many miles ahead. A million Thanks to everyone and I look forward to many years of cycling in my future. Cheers! Dustin G Walnut Creek 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-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.
Re: [RBW] A Simple Moustache.......
Hi Dustin, the SO looks like a great reward to yourself! Congrats on that, the 50lbs and recovery from that injury! On Thu, Jun 16, 2011 at 10:58 AM, EastBayGuy goodwin...@gmail.com wrote: Hi Everyone, I just wanted to share my New SimpleOne with Y'all. I read all the posts daily but rarely post on the site, but have learned allot in the Past Year from the Group. I just got back into cycling about a year ago and I don't plan to stop. I cant thank Rivendell enough for opening my eyes to there style of riding and riding philosophy, not to mention the Paleo Diet. Here is the SimpleOne http://www.flickr.com/photos/54527498@N06/sets/72157626851883261/ I work in Walnut Creek and sell Jaguars and Land Rovers right across the street from RBWHQ. I am always comparing there bikes to Range Rovers when people ask me about them. They are always super smooth on the road and very functional off road as well. It seems they go hand in hand with what Range Rovers are known for, not to mention the beauty, refinement and style of there bikes. About 8 years ago I broke 9 bones in my back from a Snow Saucer accident. I thought my days of physical activity were over and that I would have to live with pain and soreness for the rest of my life. Well 7 years went by, I gained 60 lbs and then I discovered bicycling again and the Paleo Diet. I purchased a used Sam from a member off this list and I have been riding ever since. With the handlebars high and relaxed geometry it is the best anecdote for my back pain and soreness. So now I have lost almost 50 lbs, my back pain is gone and I plan to be riding for many miles ahead. A million Thanks to everyone and I look forward to many years of cycling in my future. Cheers! Dustin G Walnut Creek 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-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. -- Cheers, David Redlands, CA *...in terms of recreational cycling there are many riders who would probably benefit more from improving their taste than from improving their performance.* - RTMS -- You received 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.
Re: [RBW] WTB: 56cm Quickbeam
Rocky, I have 56cm orange Quickbeam but you're going to have to pry it from my cold dead hands - but good luck! Bill On Jun 16, 2011, at 9:04 AM, Rocky B wrote: Hello. Anyone looking to sell their 56cm Quickbeam? I prefer the orange version but will take any color. Complete or frameset - doesn't matter. Contact me off-list. 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-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. -- You received 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.
Re: [RBW] A Simple Moustache.......
Nice! With what I've invested in my newish Herse, I could have bought 2 S1 framesets. Oh well. BTW, I hope you sell these: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Landrovers2a.jpg They are on my short list of exotic and collectible cars, right after this, which God willing I'll pick up next week from the mechanic: https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/?ui=2ik=82c9f4ca52view=attth=1307096675ea3c36attid=0.4disp=inlinezw That is RS Watson of this list who basically just gave it to me: thanks again! On Thu, Jun 16, 2011 at 11:58 AM, EastBayGuy goodwin...@gmail.com wrote: Hi Everyone, I just wanted to share my New SimpleOne with Y'all. I read all the posts daily but rarely post on the site, but have learned allot in the Past Year from the Group. I just got back into cycling about a year ago and I don't plan to stop. I cant thank Rivendell enough for opening my eyes to there style of riding and riding philosophy, not to mention the Paleo Diet. Here is the SimpleOne http://www.flickr.com/photos/54527498@N06/sets/72157626851883261/ I work in Walnut Creek and sell Jaguars and Land Rovers right across the street from RBWHQ. I am always comparing there bikes to Range Rovers when people ask me about them. They are always super smooth on the road and very functional off road as well. It seems they go hand in hand with what Range Rovers are known for, not to mention the beauty, refinement and style of there bikes. About 8 years ago I broke 9 bones in my back from a Snow Saucer accident. I thought my days of physical activity were over and that I would have to live with pain and soreness for the rest of my life. Well 7 years went by, I gained 60 lbs and then I discovered bicycling again and the Paleo Diet. I purchased a used Sam from a member off this list and I have been riding ever since. With the handlebars high and relaxed geometry it is the best anecdote for my back pain and soreness. So now I have lost almost 50 lbs, my back pain is gone and I plan to be riding for many miles ahead. A million Thanks to everyone and I look forward to many years of cycling in my future. Cheers! Dustin G Walnut Creek 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-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 patrickmo...@resumespecialties.com A billion stars go spinning through the night Blazing high above your head; But in you is the Presence that will be When all the stars are dead. (Rilke, Buddha in Glory) -- You received 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.
[RBW] Appropriate Answers to Questions on any Bike Forum
A link to this site was recently posted on another Google groups forum (Internet-BOB). http://surlybikes.com/blog/some_answers_to_just_about_any_bike_forum_post_ive_ever_read/ I think it obviously works well here for the RBW group as well! Jim Cloud Tucson, AZ -- You received 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.
[RBW] Re: Appropriate Answers to Questions on any Bike Forum
Sweet! On Jun 16, 3:23 pm, Jim Cloud cloud...@aol.com wrote: A link to this site was recently posted on another Google groups forum (Internet-BOB). http://surlybikes.com/blog/some_answers_to_just_about_any_bike_forum_... I think it obviously works well here for the RBW group as well! Jim Cloud Tucson, AZ -- You received 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.
[RBW] Re: Appropriate Answers to Questions on any Bike Forum
I enjoyed that Jim. Thanks in sunny hot breezy not-yet-smoky Albuquack after a ride to Sandia Crest on the Legolas On Jun 16, 1:23 pm, Jim Cloud cloud...@aol.com wrote: A link to this site was recently posted on another Google groups forum (Internet-BOB). http://surlybikes.com/blog/some_answers_to_just_about_any_bike_forum_... I think it obviously works well here for the RBW group as well! Jim Cloud Tucson, AZ -- You received 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.
[RBW] Re: WTB 62 cm quickbeam
IF it doesn't happen by Monday I'm gettin a quickbeam. On Jun 12, 10:42 am, jamison brosseau jamison.bross...@gmail.com wrote: Hey all, had luck with the racks, so I thought I would try and see if i could find aquickbeam, if it doesn't happen I will prob go with a simpleone. after years and years of fixed riding , I love my geared bikes, and am a little concerned i won't ride a single as much, thats why im looking for a used one. thanks jamison -- You received 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.
[RBW] Re: Appropriate Answers to Questions on any Bike Forum
Yes On Jun 16, 3:44 pm, Mojo gjtra...@yahoo.com wrote: I enjoyed that Jim. Thanks in sunny hot breezy not-yet-smoky Albuquack after a ride to Sandia Crest on the Legolas On Jun 16, 1:23 pm, Jim Cloud cloud...@aol.com wrote: A link to this site was recently posted on another Google groups forum (Internet-BOB). http://surlybikes.com/blog/some_answers_to_just_about_any_bike_forum_... I think it obviously works well here for the RBW group as well! Jim Cloud Tucson, AZ -- You received 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.
[RBW] Re: WTB 62 cm quickbeam
I mean simpleone On Jun 16, 4:29 pm, jamison brosseau jamison.bross...@gmail.com wrote: IF it doesn't happen by Monday I'm gettin a quickbeam. On Jun 12, 10:42 am, jamison brosseau jamison.bross...@gmail.com wrote: Hey all, had luck with the racks, so I thought I would try and see if i could find aquickbeam, if it doesn't happen I will prob go with a simpleone. after years and years of fixed riding , I love my geared bikes, and am a little concerned i won't ride a single as much, thats why im looking for a used one. thanks jamison -- You received 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.
[RBW] Re: Appropriate Answers to Questions on any Bike Forum
I especially liked the last two statements: Stopping can be as much fun as riding. Lots of people worked their asses off to build whatever you’re riding on. You should thank them. And I would add, I am mostly likely to respond positively to posts which are statements of personal experience and avoid categorical attacks on someone else's experience. michael westford, vt On Jun 16, 4:47 pm, jamison brosseau jamison.bross...@gmail.com wrote: Yes On Jun 16, 3:44 pm, Mojo gjtra...@yahoo.com wrote: I enjoyed that Jim. Thanks in sunny hot breezy not-yet-smoky Albuquack after a ride to Sandia Crest on the Legolas On Jun 16, 1:23 pm, Jim Cloud cloud...@aol.com wrote: A link to this site was recently posted on another Google groups forum (Internet-BOB). http://surlybikes.com/blog/some_answers_to_just_about_any_bike_forum_... I think it obviously works well here for the RBW group as well! Jim Cloud Tucson, AZ -- You received 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.
[RBW] DiagaBreeze
A previous discussion on the diagatube Bombadil mentioned the Breezer, and I ran across some better recent photos. I'm looking at my own new Bombadil as I write this, and comparing the two I think the Rivendell looks much more substantial, refined and just plain beautiful, not that the B'zer is bad at all. I'm a few parts from the final build, and will have three cockpits to choose from: Albatross, Bullmoose and Noodle. I may set all three up with quick-connectors and have the option to swap at will. Anyway, here's the DiagaBreeze: http://tinyurl.com/4xh7af9 -- You received 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.
Re: [RBW] DiagaBreeze
Those skinny tubes are sexy. On Thu, Jun 16, 2011 at 4:22 PM, Marty mgie...@mac.com wrote: A previous discussion on the diagatube Bombadil mentioned the Breezer, and I ran across some better recent photos. I'm looking at my own new Bombadil as I write this, and comparing the two I think the Rivendell looks much more substantial, refined and just plain beautiful, not that the B'zer is bad at all. I'm a few parts from the final build, and will have three cockpits to choose from: Albatross, Bullmoose and Noodle. I may set all three up with quick-connectors and have the option to swap at will. Anyway, here's the DiagaBreeze: http://tinyurl.com/4xh7af9 -- You received 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. -- Cheers, David Redlands, CA *...in terms of recreational cycling there are many riders who would probably benefit more from improving their taste than from improving their performance.* - RTMS -- You received 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.
[RBW] Re: Appropriate Answers to Questions on any Bike Forum
I like the observation that no bike does anything until someone gets on it to ride. dougP On Jun 16, 12:23 pm, Jim Cloud cloud...@aol.com wrote: A link to this site was recently posted on another Google groups forum (Internet-BOB). http://surlybikes.com/blog/some_answers_to_just_about_any_bike_forum_... I think it obviously works well here for the RBW group as well! Jim Cloud Tucson, AZ -- You received 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.
[RBW] Re: WTB: 56cm Quickbeam
purty pulease? ;) -- You received 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.
[RBW] Re: A Simple Moustache.......
Dustin, Glad you are back on the bike. Enjoy it. Forgot how much fun it was during my big layoff. BTW, really like your bag fix. Might have to copy it for my Country Bag. Though the advantage right now is it's easy to just reach in and root around for things in the bag without removing any straps/buckles. Eric Platt St. Paul, MN On Jun 16, 12:58 pm, EastBayGuy goodwin...@gmail.com wrote: Hi Everyone, I just wanted to share my New SimpleOne with Y'all. I read all the posts daily but rarely post on the site, but have learned allot in the Past Year from the Group. I just got back into cycling about a year ago and I don't plan to stop. I cant thank Rivendell enough for opening my eyes to there style of riding and riding philosophy, not to mention the Paleo Diet. Here is the SimpleOne http://www.flickr.com/photos/54527498@N06/sets/72157626851883261/ I work in Walnut Creek and sell Jaguars and Land Rovers right across the street from RBWHQ. I am always comparing there bikes to Range Rovers when people ask me about them. They are always super smooth on the road and very functional off road as well. It seems they go hand in hand with what Range Rovers are known for, not to mention the beauty, refinement and style of there bikes. About 8 years ago I broke 9 bones in my back from a Snow Saucer accident. I thought my days of physical activity were over and that I would have to live with pain and soreness for the rest of my life. Well 7 years went by, I gained 60 lbs and then I discovered bicycling again and the Paleo Diet. I purchased a used Sam from a member off this list and I have been riding ever since. With the handlebars high and relaxed geometry it is the best anecdote for my back pain and soreness. So now I have lost almost 50 lbs, my back pain is gone and I plan to be riding for many miles ahead. A million Thanks to everyone and I look forward to many years of cycling in my future. Cheers! Dustin G Walnut Creek 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-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.
Re: [RBW] DiagaBreeze
Joe Breeze is a pretty smart guy and after the first ten bikes he realized that the extra tubes were unnecessary. He switched to oversize tubing and never looked back. I think I read this in The Birth of Dirt by Frank Berto, but it may have been from somewhere else. There's more good Breezer info here: http://mombat.org/Breezer.htm Jay Hartman On Thu, Jun 16, 2011 at 7:22 PM, Marty mgie...@mac.com wrote: A previous discussion on the diagatube Bombadil mentioned the Breezer, and I ran across some better recent photos. I'm looking at my own new Bombadil as I write this, and comparing the two I think the Rivendell looks much more substantial, refined and just plain beautiful, not that the B'zer is bad at all. I'm a few parts from the final build, and will have three cockpits to choose from: Albatross, Bullmoose and Noodle. I may set all three up with quick-connectors and have the option to swap at will. Anyway, here's the DiagaBreeze: http://tinyurl.com/4xh7af9 -- You received 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. -- You received 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.
[RBW] Re: DiagaBreeze
looks like what a real mountain bike should, fillet brazed, canti's, silver rims etc. Man those were the days! ooops, I'm not really that old... my folks told me about it I think. ~mike On Jun 16, 6:39 pm, Jason Hartman rjasonhart...@gmail.com wrote: Joe Breeze is a pretty smart guy and after the first ten bikes he realized that the extra tubes were unnecessary. He switched to oversize tubing and never looked back. I think I read this in The Birth of Dirt by Frank Berto, but it may have been from somewhere else. There's more good Breezer info here: http://mombat.org/Breezer.htm Jay Hartman On Thu, Jun 16, 2011 at 7:22 PM, Marty mgie...@mac.com wrote: A previous discussion on the diagatube Bombadil mentioned the Breezer, and I ran across some better recent photos. I'm looking at my own new Bombadil as I write this, and comparing the two I think the Rivendell looks much more substantial, refined and just plain beautiful, not that the B'zer is bad at all. I'm a few parts from the final build, and will have three cockpits to choose from: Albatross, Bullmoose and Noodle. I may set all three up with quick-connectors and have the option to swap at will. Anyway, here's the DiagaBreeze: http://tinyurl.com/4xh7af9 -- You received 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.- 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-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.
[RBW] Re: Rivendell MTB? Rare Sighting
David, Nice to see her built up and in use. I always did think it was a pretty frame, it was just a bit long in the top tube for me. Bill On Jun 16, 7:24 am, David Blessing cyberbless...@q.com wrote: It's an old WT (wilderness trails) bar that I acquired a few years ago. It's been sitting in my shop waiting for the perfect use. I've got it hemped and shellacked, and it feels pretty good overall. On Jun 16, 2011, at 8:52 AM, Leslie wrote: David, what bars do you have on that bike? On Jun 15, 10:19 pm, David Blessing cyberbless...@q.com wrote: I bought the bike from Bill a couple of years ago. It is just a wonderful bike. Not good at photos, but this attempt should show the way it is set up now. Cheers. david blessing http://www.flickr.com/photos/60600619@N08/5838185994/in/photostream On Jun 15, 2011, at 7:33 PM, Bill M. wrote: I think Tim is right, this is probably an All-Rounder with flat bars. The giveaway is the level top tube, the Mountain-Expedition had a sloping TT. The bike on Cyclofiend's site is the M/E I once owned, which I believe to be the bike used for the catalog photos. I bought it at a need- cash-now sale, not uncommon in Riv's early days, and sold it a couple of years ago. Like the one for sale, there's not a lot of fork rake, and the bend is more dogleg than low'n'tight. Here's another view with a very different white balance: http://www.flickr.com/photos/15750548@N04/4019037057/sizes/l/in/set-7... Bill On Jun 15, 11:55 am, Tim McNamara tim...@bitstream.net wrote: It's possible that's al All-Rounder built up with MTB bars. I have a '96 A/R and the frame is nearly identical in all the little details that I could see. -- You received 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 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-bunch@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-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.
Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell MTB? Rare Sighting
Thanks for the note, Bill. I haven't been able to ride as much this year as I would normally get to. I'm a private practice mental health therapist and I own my own business. Business is very, very good. . . but that's not good for my riding. I'm hoping to do better in the second half of the year. I have so enjoyed your bike, though. It is just the sweetest of rides. I have it set up pretty comfy except for the handlebars, really, but it is so nimble that I just know that it would be a hoot on the single track. I love all of my bikes, but this bike is a special piece of history that is truly fun to ride. I hope you are well and riding. Keep in touch. david On Jun 16, 2011, at 10:28 PM, Bill M. wrote: David, Nice to see her built up and in use. I always did think it was a pretty frame, it was just a bit long in the top tube for me. Bill On Jun 16, 7:24 am, David Blessing cyberbless...@q.com wrote: It's an old WT (wilderness trails) bar that I acquired a few years ago. It's been sitting in my shop waiting for the perfect use. I've got it hemped and shellacked, and it feels pretty good overall. On Jun 16, 2011, at 8:52 AM, Leslie wrote: David, what bars do you have on that bike? On Jun 15, 10:19 pm, David Blessing cyberbless...@q.com wrote: I bought the bike from Bill a couple of years ago. It is just a wonderful bike. Not good at photos, but this attempt should show the way it is set up now. Cheers. david blessing http://www.flickr.com/photos/60600619@N08/5838185994/in/photostream On Jun 15, 2011, at 7:33 PM, Bill M. wrote: I think Tim is right, this is probably an All-Rounder with flat bars. The giveaway is the level top tube, the Mountain-Expedition had a sloping TT. The bike on Cyclofiend's site is the M/E I once owned, which I believe to be the bike used for the catalog photos. I bought it at a need- cash-now sale, not uncommon in Riv's early days, and sold it a couple of years ago. Like the one for sale, there's not a lot of fork rake, and the bend is more dogleg than low'n'tight. Here's another view with a very different white balance: http://www.flickr.com/photos/15750548@N04/4019037057/sizes/l/in/set-7... Bill On Jun 15, 11:55 am, Tim McNamara tim...@bitstream.net wrote: It's possible that's al All-Rounder built up with MTB bars. I have a '96 A/R and the frame is nearly identical in all the little details that I could see. -- You received 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 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-bunch@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-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. -- You received 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.
[RBW] Surly's Tips for Happy Riding?
I really like today's post on the Surly Blog (http://surlybikes.com/ blog/2514/). Seems to be in the same vein as Grant's Tips for Happy Riding. Some of my favorites from the Surly post: Hey, little round glasses pocket protector collared shirt skid lid rear view mirror sandal wearing schwalbe marathon running pletscher two-leg kickstand tourist – good job. Your handlebars can be lower than your saddle, even with your saddle, or higher than your saddle. Whichever way you like it is right. Touch up paint always looks like shit. Often it looks worse than the scratch. The moral of RAGBRAI is that families and drunken boobs can have fun on the same route, just maybe at different times of day. --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-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.
[RBW] Re: A Simple Moustache.......
Dustin, Glad you're here! (Now, tell LRNA that we're still waiting on the new Defender!) Patrick, Had you noticed my other hobby? http://www.flickr.com/photos/leslie_bright/5638994065/in/photostream http://www.flickr.com/photos/leslie_bright/4655631585/in/photostream On Jun 16, 3:01 pm, PATRICK MOORE bertin...@gmail.com wrote: Nice! With what I've invested in my newish Herse, I could have bought 2 S1 framesets. Oh well. BTW, I hope you sell these:http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Landrovers2a.jpg They are on my short list of exotic and collectible cars, right after this, which God willing I'll pick up next week from the mechanic:https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/?ui=2ik=82c9f4ca52view=attth=1307... That is RS Watson of this list who basically just gave it to me: thanks again! On Thu, Jun 16, 2011 at 11:58 AM, EastBayGuy goodwin...@gmail.com wrote: Hi Everyone, I just wanted to share my New SimpleOne with Y'all. I read all the posts daily but rarely post on the site, but have learned allot in the Past Year from the Group. I just got back into cycling about a year ago and I don't plan to stop. I cant thank Rivendell enough for opening my eyes to there style of riding and riding philosophy, not to mention the Paleo Diet. Here is the SimpleOne http://www.flickr.com/photos/54527498@N06/sets/72157626851883261/ I work in Walnut Creek and sell Jaguars and Land Rovers right across the street from RBWHQ. I am always comparing there bikes to Range Rovers when people ask me about them. They are always super smooth on the road and very functional off road as well. It seems they go hand in hand with what Range Rovers are known for, not to mention the beauty, refinement and style of there bikes. About 8 years ago I broke 9 bones in my back from a Snow Saucer accident. I thought my days of physical activity were over and that I would have to live with pain and soreness for the rest of my life. Well 7 years went by, I gained 60 lbs and then I discovered bicycling again and the Paleo Diet. I purchased a used Sam from a member off this list and I have been riding ever since. With the handlebars high and relaxed geometry it is the best anecdote for my back pain and soreness. So now I have lost almost 50 lbs, my back pain is gone and I plan to be riding for many miles ahead. A million Thanks to everyone and I look forward to many years of cycling in my future. Cheers! Dustin G Walnut Creek 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-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 patrickmo...@resumespecialties.com A billion stars go spinning through the night Blazing high above your head; But in you is the Presence that will be When all the stars are dead. (Rilke, Buddha in Glory) -- You received 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.
[RBW] Hand pin-striping
IIRC, Grant wrote in a Reader some number of years ago about hand- built items being able to have their own unique beauty because of, rather than in-spite of, the small imperfections that marked them as obviously hand-built. Or, at least, that one shouldn't hold it against handmade items when they don't come out looking perfect in the way items that are extruded and stamped from a $5 million dollar cookie cutter machine do. I believe one of the examples he gave was pin striping which showed the brush lifting and returning when peered at under 'the-hairy-eyeball'. Well, for those that remember that column, today I happened upon a video of a guy doing hand pin-striping on a motorcycle tank and thought I'd pass it along: http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embeddedv=UsTIMxeO_ng Be sure to watch the end. Trust me, you'll know why when you get there. Regards, -Allan -- You received 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.
[RBW] Re: A Simple Moustache.......
Great looking set up.I entertained the idea of mustache bars too. I may have to use my Carradice Nelson and finish building my spartan rack for it. Love my Simple One.just wish I had more time to ride although I may just make the 25 mile commute tomorrow. On Jun 16, 10:58 am, EastBayGuy goodwin...@gmail.com wrote: Hi Everyone, I just wanted to share my New SimpleOne with Y'all. I read all the posts daily but rarely post on the site, but have learned allot in the Past Year from the Group. I just got back into cycling about a year ago and I don't plan to stop. I cant thank Rivendell enough for opening my eyes to there style of riding and riding philosophy, not to mention the Paleo Diet. Here is the SimpleOne http://www.flickr.com/photos/54527498@N06/sets/72157626851883261/ I work in Walnut Creek and sell Jaguars and Land Rovers right across the street from RBWHQ. I am always comparing there bikes to Range Rovers when people ask me about them. They are always super smooth on the road and very functional off road as well. It seems they go hand in hand with what Range Rovers are known for, not to mention the beauty, refinement and style of there bikes. About 8 years ago I broke 9 bones in my back from a Snow Saucer accident. I thought my days of physical activity were over and that I would have to live with pain and soreness for the rest of my life. Well 7 years went by, I gained 60 lbs and then I discovered bicycling again and the Paleo Diet. I purchased a used Sam from a member off this list and I have been riding ever since. With the handlebars high and relaxed geometry it is the best anecdote for my back pain and soreness. So now I have lost almost 50 lbs, my back pain is gone and I plan to be riding for many miles ahead. A million Thanks to everyone and I look forward to many years of cycling in my future. Cheers! Dustin G Walnut Creek 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-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.
