[RBW] Re: Conundrum: where to place tail lights?
I use a Superflash on my saddlebag and these http://www.dealextreme.com/p/2-led-3-mode-fog-bicycle-light-red-pair-2-cr2032-44096 on the seat stays. These are by no means high quality lights but they are cheap and I think improve visibility a lot. Jay On Apr 26, 8:37 am, Philip Williamson philip.william...@gmail.com wrote: Clip a blinkie to the saddlebag? I clip a super flash or PDW arc-welder class blinkie to my left prat pocket. Each bike has a blinkie clipped to a brake cable, and I clip it to the pocket when I saddle up. Philip Philip Williamson Www.biketinker.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-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: FT: Mark's rack for a saddle
I have a black B17 Standard I would like to trade. It is in perfect condition with only 50 miles on it. I bought a Honey Special to replace it. I live in Illinois and I will get back with you this afternoon if you are interested. Thanks, Mark On Wednesday, April 25, 2012 3:47:47 PM UTC-5, Adam wrote: Greetings, I'd like to trade a mark's rack in like new condition for a Brooks saddle of similar condition. I'm imagining a B17 but am open to other possibilities. Located in Berkeley. Local swap is ideal but willing to ship as well. Thanks, Adam Please respond off list. -- 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/-/H9yOzyzmQ8MJ. 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: Riv Rally East Miraculously Escapes Weather Debacle!
I think I caught something after being out in all the cold and in the wilderness last weekend. I'm feeling like I need more clearance for bigger tires, more braze- ons, a kick stand plate, and a generator hub/light set up. The symptoms of my illness seems to have come back after ten years remission. ANDY Pittsburgh -- You received 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: Riv Rally East Miraculously Escapes Weather Debacle!
On Thu, 2012-04-26 at 04:44 -0700, ascpgh wrote: I think I caught something after being out in all the cold and in the wilderness last weekend. I'm feeling like I need more clearance for bigger tires, more braze- ons, a kick stand plate, and a generator hub/light set up. The symptoms of my illness seems to have come back after ten years remission. So, in search of a 12-step support group, you found us. Hi, Andy! 8=) -- You received 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] Conundrum: where to place tail lights?
On Wed, 2012-04-25 at 23:43 -0600, PATRICK MOORE wrote: That's a real possibility for one of the two rear lights I like to use at night, flashing and steady. The problem with all the LED tail lights I've used is that they need to be more or less on-axis if they are to have full effect. Clipping one to a saddlebag means that, usually, it will be off-axis -- y'all have probably seen night riders with blinkies pointing earth- or skyward and therefore giving only feeble illumination. I do have a strobe (Lightman) that will work well even off-axis, but strobes use batteries at a far higher rate than even brilliant LEDs: the Lightman has a life of 2 hours on 2 fresh AAs. I've seen plenty of bikes with one or even two Planet Bike blinkies fastened to the seat stays down near the dropouts. -- You received 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] new Hillborne
And then there were two! Just like my orange Hillborne, this is a 60cm canti-studded double-top-tube model. I haven't even ridden it yet! There will likely be more photos later. http://www.dropbox.com/gallery/7568778/1/bicycle%20cycling/Samuel%20Green%20Hillborne/glamour?h=a8effb or http://tinyurl.com/7tesljg Should go to the same place. Yours, Thomas Lynn Skean -- 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/-/ow6g5psQ5IcJ. 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] new Hillborne
And then there were two! Just like my orange Hillborne, this is a 60cm canti-studded double-top-tube model. I haven't even ridden it yet! There will likely be more photos later. http://www.dropbox.com/gallery/7568778/1/bicycle%20cycling/Samuel%20Green%20Hillborne/glamour?h=a8effb or http://tinyurl.com/7tesljg Should go to the same place. Yours, Thomas Lynn Skean -- 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/-/LQ5I_bnLC2oJ. 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: Riv Rally East Miraculously Escapes Weather Debacle!
Steve: I am a Riv-aholic. At first it was a numbered Bridgestone here and there, then there was a Rambouillet... Now the issues swirl; wide range double 110 BCD vs triple, generator hubs/logs vs battery units, rack/bag combos, bars, etc. I'm going to have to make some steady progress on the house renovation to reach the level of rationalization this may require. ANDY Pittsburgh On Apr 26, 8:22 am, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote: On Thu, 2012-04-26 at 04:44 -0700, ascpgh wrote: I think I caught something after being out in all the cold and in the wilderness last weekend. I'm feeling like I need more clearance for bigger tires, more braze- ons, a kick stand plate, and a generator hub/light set up. The symptoms of my illness seems to have come back after ten years remission. So, in search of a 12-step support group, you found us. Hi, Andy! 8=) -- You received 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: Riv Rally East Miraculously Escapes Weather Debacle!
On Thu, 2012-04-26 at 06:21 -0700, ascpgh wrote: Steve: I am a Riv-aholic. Admitting that one cannot control one's addiction or compulsion is the First Step, right? At first it was a numbered Bridgestone here and there, then there was a Rambouillet... Now the issues swirl; wide range double 110 BCD vs triple, generator hubs/logs vs battery units, rack/bag combos, bars, etc. I'm going to have to make some steady progress on the house renovation to reach the level of rationalization this may require. You've definitely come to a good place here. Another would be the iBOB list. -- You received 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: Interested in purchasing
Have a 56cm Atlantis but looking to trade for a 58cm. Buy Mr. Pope- Lance's red frameset and trade me!! Good luck. I had a similar posting like yours several months ago and had an offer to buy a bike hours later. The List, it delivers. -- You received 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] Aussie ss woolie
Any one have one of the Aussie short sleeved wool t shirts from the big Riv sale that they aren't using much? Men's medium (preferred) or large, any color but black, pretty much. Willing to buy or do a partial trade for my small sleeveless blue from same sale. (or other wool items or bike bits you might need) Thanks, Steve -- You received 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: Riv Rally East Miraculously Escapes Weather Debacle!
Resistance is futile. -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of ascpgh Sent: Thursday, April 26, 2012 7:44 AM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] Re: Riv Rally East Miraculously Escapes Weather Debacle! I think I caught something after being out in all the cold and in the wilderness last weekend. I'm feeling like I need more clearance for bigger tires, more braze- ons, a kick stand plate, and a generator hub/light set up. The symptoms of my illness seems to have come back after ten years remission. ANDY Pittsburgh -- You received 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. -- To ensure compliance with Treasury Department regulations, we advise you that, unless otherwise expressly indicated, any federal tax advice contained in this message was not intended or written to be used, and cannot be used, for the purpose of (i) avoiding tax-related penalties under the Internal Revenue Code or applicable state or local tax law provisions or (ii) promoting, marketing or recommending to another party any tax-related matters addressed herein. This email (and any attachments thereto) is intended only for use by the addressee(s) named herein and may contain legally privileged and/or confidential information. If you are not the intended recipient of this email, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this email (and any attachments thereto) is strictly prohibited. If you receive this email in error please immediately notify me at (212) 735-3000 and permanently delete the original email (and any copy of any email) and any printout thereof. Further information about the firm, a list of the Partners and their professional qualifications will be provided upon request. == -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-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] Conundrum: where to place tail lights?
A couple of people have suggested seatstays, but panniers don't allow this. On Thu, Apr 26, 2012 at 6:24 AM, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote: On Wed, 2012-04-25 at 23:43 -0600, PATRICK MOORE wrote: That's a real possibility for one of the two rear lights I like to use at night, flashing and steady. The problem with all the LED tail lights I've used is that they need to be more or less on-axis if they are to have full effect. Clipping one to a saddlebag means that, usually, it will be off-axis -- y'all have probably seen night riders with blinkies pointing earth- or skyward and therefore giving only feeble illumination. I do have a strobe (Lightman) that will work well even off-axis, but strobes use batteries at a far higher rate than even brilliant LEDs: the Lightman has a life of 2 hours on 2 fresh AAs. I've seen plenty of bikes with one or even two Planet Bike blinkies fastened to the seat stays down near the dropouts. -- You received 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 http://resumespecialties.com/index.html - 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. Ranier Maria 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.
RE: [RBW] Conundrum: where to place tail lights?
Tubus rear rack with integrated light mounts on the rear for BM 4D Toplight. John Speare Spokane, WA http://cyclingspokane.blogspot.com From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of PATRICK MOORE Sent: Wednesday, April 25, 2012 4:36 PM To: rbw-owners-bunch Subject: [RBW] Conundrum: where to place tail lights? I use both rack-n-panniers and saddlebag (Banana currently; hope to trade a nice Banana for a Junior) on the Fargo which of course limits suitable placement for rear lights. I've got a bright flasher clamped to the lower seatpost and (17 M frame) thus low enough to peep coyly from under the Banana and over the rear tire AND between the struts of the rack's front vertical, but this is obivously not the best place. I've got a 2AA red LED maglite clamped under the left chainstay. Suggestions for other, better placements, or am I SOL? Lights will have to deal with off road riding and having the bike stuffed rudely into the back of a small car, so end-of-rack does not work, at least as tried so far, since the lights continually get knocked out of position when placed there. Also, helmet mounting is out. I do use plenty of reflective matieral, for what that's worth. Thanks. -- - Patrick Moore, Albuquerque, NM For professional resumes, contact Patrick Moore, ACRW http://resumespecialties.com/index.html - 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. Ranier Maria 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.commailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.commailto: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: new Hillborne
Awesome. Two Hillbornes! You must have found the bike you like, that is for sure. Are the setups going to be completely different? On Thursday, April 26, 2012 8:09:12 AM UTC-5, Thomas Lynn Skean wrote: And then there were two! Just like my orange Hillborne, this is a 60cm canti-studded double-top-tube model. I haven't even ridden it yet! There will likely be more photos later. http://www.dropbox.com/gallery/7568778/1/bicycle%20cycling/Samuel%20Green%20Hillborne/glamour?h=a8effb or http://tinyurl.com/7tesljg Should go to the same place. Yours, Thomas Lynn Skean -- 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/-/0eq-7OH_DiQJ. 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: new Hillborne
Featuring the now-famous rear Platrack! APPROVE!! On Thursday, April 26, 2012 6:09:12 AM UTC-7, Thomas Lynn Skean wrote: And then there were two! Just like my orange Hillborne, this is a 60cm canti-studded double-top-tube model. I haven't even ridden it yet! There will likely be more photos later. http://www.dropbox.com/gallery/7568778/1/bicycle%20cycling/Samuel%20Green%20Hillborne/glamour?h=a8effb or http://tinyurl.com/7tesljg Should go to the same place. Yours, Thomas Lynn Skean -- 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/-/5Dp2MjqpQvwJ. 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: Riv Rally East Miraculously Escapes Weather Debacle!
Andy: Fortunately there IS help... We have a support group, called the RBW Owners Forum... where those with similar addictions support each other (or at least fuel these addictions with photos, stories, items for sale, and always pointing out the latest and greatest stuff available from RBW)... Lean on us, brother... together we'll take this one pedal-stroke at a time. Peace, BB On Apr 26, 11:02 am, Allingham II, Thomas J thomas.alling...@skadden.com wrote: Resistance is futile. -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of ascpgh Sent: Thursday, April 26, 2012 7:44 AM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] Re: Riv Rally East Miraculously Escapes Weather Debacle! I think I caught something after being out in all the cold and in the wilderness last weekend. I'm feeling like I need more clearance for bigger tires, more braze- ons, a kick stand plate, and a generator hub/light set up. The symptoms of my illness seems to have come back after ten years remission. ANDY Pittsburgh -- You received 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. -- To ensure compliance with Treasury Department regulations, we advise you that, unless otherwise expressly indicated, any federal tax advice contained in this message was not intended or written to be used, and cannot be used, for the purpose of (i) avoiding tax-related penalties under the Internal Revenue Code or applicable state or local tax law provisions or (ii) promoting, marketing or recommending to another party any tax-related matters addressed herein. This email (and any attachments thereto) is intended only for use by the addressee(s) named herein and may contain legally privileged and/or confidential information. If you are not the intended recipient of this email, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this email (and any attachments thereto) is strictly prohibited. If you receive this email in error please immediately notify me at (212) 735-3000 and permanently delete the original email (and any copy of any email) and any printout thereof. Further information about the firm, a list of the Partners and their professional qualifications will be provided upon request. == -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-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] Conundrum: where to place tail lights?
The Portland Design Works radbot 1000 is super bright (in the manner of an arc welder), and it seems to effective clipped to my back pocket. http://www.ridepdw.com/goods/lights/radbot%E2%84%A2-1000 Philip Philip Williamson www.biketinker.com On Wednesday, April 25, 2012 10:43:40 PM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote What is a PDW arc welder class blinkie? -- 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/-/tEsEJSJWETwJ. 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] Conundrum: where to place tail lights?
And I've got one! I knew it was bright but didn't bother to discover the make and model. Perhaps that's the answer, that and the mini-mag red LED under the chainstay (the rubber block/velcro mount and the sturdy maglite make this viable in what is a position prone to being knocked about. I can always buy a second Radbot and devise another place on the bag to clip it to. Or clip it to the waist-attached reflective triangle that I just got from Riv. So this extended discussion hasn't been all vapor and wasted breath after all. That's good, because I really want to use a small saddlebag more or less permanently attached with panniers added at need. Thanks. On Thu, Apr 26, 2012 at 9:58 AM, Philip Williamson philip.william...@gmail.com wrote: The Portland Design Works radbot 1000 is super bright (in the manner of an arc welder), and it seems to effective clipped to my back pocket. http://www.ridepdw.com/goods/lights/radbot%E2%84%A2-1000 Philip Philip Williamson www.biketinker.com On Wednesday, April 25, 2012 10:43:40 PM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote What is a PDW arc welder class blinkie? -- 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/-/tEsEJSJWETwJ. 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 http://resumespecialties.com/index.html - 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. Ranier Maria 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.
Re: [RBW] Conundrum: where to place tail lights?
John: No Tubus will fit with sufficient clearance over the very big rear wheel, alas. On Thu, Apr 26, 2012 at 9:14 AM, John Speare j...@phred.org wrote: Tubus rear rack with integrated light mounts on the rear for BM 4D Toplight. ** ** ** ** John Speare Spokane, WA http://cyclingspokane.blogspot.com ** ** *From:* rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] *On Behalf Of *PATRICK MOORE *Sent:* Wednesday, April 25, 2012 4:36 PM *To:* rbw-owners-bunch *Subject:* [RBW] Conundrum: where to place tail lights? ** ** I use both rack-n-panniers and saddlebag (Banana currently; hope to trade a nice Banana for a Junior) on the Fargo which of course limits suitable placement for rear lights. I've got a bright flasher clamped to the lower seatpost and (17 M frame) thus low enough to peep coyly from under the Banana and over the rear tire AND between the struts of the rack's front vertical, but this is obivously not the best place. I've got a 2AA red LED maglite clamped under the left chainstay. ** ** Suggestions for other, better placements, or am I SOL? Lights will have to deal with off road riding and having the bike stuffed rudely into the back of a small car, so end-of-rack does not work, at least as tried so far, since the lights continually get knocked out of position when placed there. ** ** Also, helmet mounting is out. ** ** I do use plenty of reflective matieral, for what that's worth. ** ** Thanks. ** ** -- - Patrick Moore, Albuquerque, NM For professional resumes, contact Patrick Moore, ACRW http://resumespecialties.com/index.html - 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. Ranier Maria 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. -- - Patrick Moore, Albuquerque, NM For professional resumes, contact Patrick Moore, ACRW http://resumespecialties.com/index.html - 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. Ranier Maria 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.
Re: [RBW] Conundrum: where to place tail lights?
The Radbot also includes an integral rear reflector, something that most other blinky lights lack. I have Radbots on several bikes, and have never had a failure in the wet (even during the downpours at last year's PBP: http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=UtUAO6OD_cc) --Eric Norris www.CampyOnly.com On Apr 26, 2012, at 8:58 AM, Philip Williamson philip.william...@gmail.com wrote: The Portland Design Works radbot 1000 is super bright (in the manner of an arc welder), and it seems to effective clipped to my back pocket. http://www.ridepdw.com/goods/lights/radbot%E2%84%A2-1000 Philip Philip Williamson www.biketinker.com On Wednesday, April 25, 2012 10:43:40 PM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote What is a PDW arc welder class blinkie? -- 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/-/tEsEJSJWETwJ. 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] Conundrum: where to place tail lights?
On Thu, 2012-04-26 at 09:03 -0600, PATRICK MOORE wrote: A couple of people have suggested seatstays, but panniers don't allow are you sure? Panniers can't come inboard of the seat stays, and although they may obstruct the side view, they surely won't obstruct the rear view. Or, of course, you could mount a light on the rear fender. Assuming you have a rear fender. (But then, in the desert where normal humidity is in the single digits and cactus is locally called grass why would you have a rear fender?) -- You received 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: new Hillborne
I have indeed found the bike I love. The rear Platrack with SlickerSack seems so obvious as a practical way to haul stuff that I'm a little surprised it wasn't at least part of the marketing. If it has some fatal flaw then I've yet to discover it on my initial ride. It works beautifully. I haven't fine tuned the fit yet; I need to shave the struts and/or adjust the height on the Mark's rack. I may end up with two sets of Platack struts if I can't find common ground between the Mini in front and the Mark's in back. (I certainly want to maintain the potential for using the Platrack in the front. Who knows; I may end up with two Platracks at some point.) Yours, Thomas Lynn Skean who is currently enjoying his first ride on Samuel Green Hillborne -- 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/-/pBAZCSFzzO4J. 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: new Hillborne
Not very different, really. Having different rack arrangements is likely the biggest difference i'll have between them at any given time. Redundancy is a major goal. However, the setup for each bike is fluid in some sense; I have 5 cockpits that work on either. Albatross (one Thumbie, one bar-end), Bullmoose, Moustache, Noodle. And as soon as I can get my hands on the Bosco 58cm bar (non-moose), I'll have a half-dozen. DaVinci couplers are my friends. Either bike can be a grocery hauler, a commuter, a camper, a recreational rider, a grand-day-out'er. And Orange has been all of these things, over and over. Green will simply share the burden. And now re-configuration or maintenance will not have to fit into the window between commutes! Yours, Thomas Lynn Skean -- 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/-/cF8NQ81Zc24J. 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 - tan canvas Li'l Loafer
Nigel Smythe or Baggins, good condition or better. Willing to pay good price commensurate with condition. Also willing to discuss parts and/or accessories trade. Please reply off-list if you have one available. Of course, if you can convince RBW to make a tan version of the TrunkSack Small, that'd be cool. Now that I have a green bike, I'd probably buy tan versions of all of the Sackville line. Yours, Thomas Lynn Skean -- 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/-/_xUypdyv_oAJ. 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] Atlantis fitment
Hi gang, I'm on the lookout for an Atlantis in the not-right-now-but-pretty- soon time frame, so I'm wondering about size and fit. I'm 5'9 with a PBH of 84. My 56cm Hillborne is great, but I'm wondering if a 58cm Atlantis might be a good choice. I'm interested in your opinions, especially if you measure similarly. 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.
[RBW] Re: new Hillborne
Photos of the build in progress are here: http://www.dropbox.com/gallery/7568778/1/bicycle%20cycling/Samuel%20Green%20Hillborne?h=a8effb# or http://tinyurl.com/czmwbkj Yours, Thomas Lynn Skean -- 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/-/U7F33ik4rz0J. 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 - tan canvas Li'l Loafer
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Re: [RBW] Atlantis fitment
soapscum, i have a 58cm Atlantis and it fits me fine. im also about 5'9 with average length legs. any questions feel free to ask scrubbing bubbles 57 Year Old Looks 27 Local Woman Reveals Wrinkle Secret That Has Doctors Angry. http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL3131/4f99a1a017fb7bde56ast01duc -- You received 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: Atlantis fitment
Same as me. I had a 56 Atlantis that fit great. I never tried a 58 but seems it would be on the big side though within the range of reason. Ryan On Apr 26, 11:15 am, soapscum smula...@gmail.com wrote: Hi gang, I'm on the lookout for an Atlantis in the not-right-now-but-pretty- soon time frame, so I'm wondering about size and fit. I'm 5'9 with a PBH of 84. My 56cm Hillborne is great, but I'm wondering if a 58cm Atlantis might be a good choice. I'm interested in your opinions, especially if you measure similarly. 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] Atlantis fitment
I am 5'9 with a PBH of 83 and I have a 56 Atlantis. Seems fine to me. david On Apr 26, 2012, at 1:15 PM, soapscum wrote: Hi gang, I'm on the lookout for an Atlantis in the not-right-now-but-pretty- soon time frame, so I'm wondering about size and fit. I'm 5'9 with a PBH of 84. My 56cm Hillborne is great, but I'm wondering if a 58cm Atlantis might be a good choice. I'm interested in your opinions, especially if you measure similarly. 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.
[RBW] Re: Grant at the New Amsterdam Bike Show
Thanks, Norman. Where did you find the official program and schedule, if I may ask? I couldn't find them on the bike show site. If you could provide a link... I'd like to survey what else is going on, and who's speaking when. If, as you say, Grant is speaking on Sunday, that's the day I'll go. Joe On Apr 24, 5:52 pm, Norman norr...@gmail.com wrote: The official program and schedule is out and Grant's appearance is confirmed at 1 pm on Sunday. Bike Snob is the day before at 4. I didn't make the dramatic RRE II but I'll hopefully be in NYC on Sunday. Norman On Apr 22, 9:20 am, Melanie myol...@gmail.com wrote: See Grant at the NewAm Bike Show on Sunday Apr 29 at 1 pm! On Friday, April 20, 2012 1:22:10 PM UTC-4, Chris wrote: Grant mentioned in his Blug that he'll be at the New Amsterdam Bike Show next weekend in New York. Will he speak or have book signing at the show? I've looked through the show's web site, but couldn't even find a general schedule. Does anyone know his schedule at the show? -- You received 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: Atlantis fitment
I have a 56 Atlantis, 5'9 and PBH of 85, and it fits great. I could have gotten the 58 but found a good deal on a used 56. I haven't been sorry. On Apr 26, 11:15 am, soapscum smula...@gmail.com wrote: Hi gang, I'm on the lookout for an Atlantis in the not-right-now-but-pretty- soon time frame, so I'm wondering about size and fit. I'm 5'9 with a PBH of 84. My 56cm Hillborne is great, but I'm wondering if a 58cm Atlantis might be a good choice. I'm interested in your opinions, especially if you measure similarly. 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.
[RBW] FS: 59cm Joe/Joe Longlow revised
Frame, fork, and headset only Frame: Long-low road Standard Size: 59cm measured ctt, tt has 1 degree upslope Braze-ons: Shifter bosses Cantilever bosses Rear rack mounts Installed Parts: Tange Rollerball headset 26.4 x 30.2 Paint: JB Green Painted head tube Window fill Specs: Top Tube: Reynolds 725 28.6 x 858 (AG206) Head Tube: Reynolds 531 31.7 x 0.9 Fork Blades: Reynolds 531 Rnd 24OD x 0.55 x 385 Down Tube: Tange Prestige 28.6 9-6-9 Seat Stay: Vitus 16OD x 0.8 x 560 Seat Tube: Vitus 28.6 976 (GTI) Chain Stay: Reynolds 725 22.2 ROR 8-6 (FX2500) NEVER crashed. No dents. Usual unobtrusive paint chips. Shipping within continental U.S.A. only. Buyer pays actual USPS cost. Price: $850 plus shipping cost via Paypal or cash if local pick up. -- You received 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: 59cm Joe/Joe Longlow revised
How do you know the tubes? Was there a time when Riv told you what tubes they used? Iv'e been trying to find out the tubes in Rambs. Thanks, Ryan On Thursday, April 26, 2012 1:55:43 PM UTC-7, SISDDWG wrote: Frame, fork, and headset only Frame: Long-low road Standard Size: 59cm measured ctt, tt has 1 degree upslope Braze-ons: Shifter bosses Cantilever bosses Rear rack mounts Installed Parts: Tange Rollerball headset 26.4 x 30.2 Paint: JB Green Painted head tube Window fill Specs: Top Tube: Reynolds 725 28.6 x 858 (AG206) Head Tube: Reynolds 531 31.7 x 0.9 Fork Blades: Reynolds 531 Rnd 24OD x 0.55 x 385 Down Tube: Tange Prestige 28.6 9-6-9 Seat Stay: Vitus 16OD x 0.8 x 560 Seat Tube: Vitus 28.6 976 (GTI) Chain Stay: Reynolds 725 22.2 ROR 8-6 (FX2500) NEVER crashed. No dents. Usual unobtrusive paint chips. Shipping within continental U.S.A. only. Buyer pays actual USPS cost. Price: $850 plus shipping cost via Paypal or cash if local pick up. -- 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/-/j2_oH0RNXzUJ. 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: new Hillborne
Dual Platracks!!! That would be EPIC! On Thursday, April 26, 2012 10:06:10 AM UTC-7, Thomas Lynn Skean wrote: I have indeed found the bike I love. The rear Platrack with SlickerSack seems so obvious as a practical way to haul stuff that I'm a little surprised it wasn't at least part of the marketing. If it has some fatal flaw then I've yet to discover it on my initial ride. It works beautifully. I haven't fine tuned the fit yet; I need to shave the struts and/or adjust the height on the Mark's rack. I may end up with two sets of Platack struts if I can't find common ground between the Mini in front and the Mark's in back. (I certainly want to maintain the potential for using the Platrack in the front. Who knows; I may end up with two Platracks at some point.) Yours, Thomas Lynn Skean who is currently enjoying his first ride on Samuel Green Hillborne -- 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/-/NCBAUnmsyY0J. 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] It must be the easy dope
http://www.bbc.com/travel/blog/20120418-spoking-the-fire-in-amsterdam -- - Patrick Moore, Albuquerque, NM For professional resumes, contact Patrick Moore, ACRW http://resumespecialties.com/index.html - 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. Ranier Maria 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.
Re: [RBW] It must be the easy dope
Well cycling aside and not trying to hate but I can say from having to navigate clueless European tourists to get to my job in the Flatiron District every day the feeling is mutual. I have seen these people just walk into traffic thinking cars would stop, guess what, they wont! Thankfully I try to aviod the tourist areas when I ride in NYC but I having been on the west-side bike path a few times I can attest that the relaxed chat and ride style of the Europeans does not mesh well with the spandex wearing lance wanna-bes and the power joggers who have to annoyingly jog at each traffic light, lest they dont burn calories for 45 seconds, although it can be humorous to watch. On Thu, Apr 26, 2012 at 6:16 PM, PATRICK MOORE bertin...@gmail.com wrote: http://www.bbc.com/travel/blog/20120418-spoking-the-fire-in-amsterdam -- - Patrick Moore, Albuquerque, NM For professional resumes, contact Patrick Moore, ACRW http://resumespecialties.com/index.html - 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. Ranier Maria 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] Re: It must be the easy dope
We get a few tourists in Seattle from time to time, too. Many from Japan and points west. They can often be entertaining to watch taking pictures of the rain, posing with transients and totem poles in Pioneer Square... but mostly just wandering out into traffic. They stick out like sore thumbs because Seattleites are notorious about crossing with the light. You get used to it, but if I'm feeling especially misanthropic (it happens; I blame the rain), I just avoid those parts of town where they congregate, even if they are mostly pretty nice. I'm sure I was a clueless yob when I was traveling the low countries in my 20s on my old Rockhopper... On Apr 26, 3:27 pm, Peter Morgano uscpeter11...@gmail.com wrote: Well cycling aside and not trying to hate but I can say from having to navigate clueless European tourists to get to my job in the Flatiron District every day the feeling is mutual. I have seen these people just walk into traffic thinking cars would stop, guess what, they wont! Thankfully I try to aviod the tourist areas when I ride in NYC but I having been on the west-side bike path a few times I can attest that the relaxed chat and ride style of the Europeans does not mesh well with the spandex wearing lance wanna-bes and the power joggers who have to annoyingly jog at each traffic light, lest they dont burn calories for 45 seconds, although it can be humorous to watch. On Thu, Apr 26, 2012 at 6:16 PM, PATRICK MOORE bertin...@gmail.com wrote: http://www.bbc.com/travel/blog/20120418-spoking-the-fire-in-amsterdam -- - Patrick Moore, Albuquerque, NM For professional resumes, contact Patrick Moore, ACRW http://resumespecialties.com/index.html - 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. Ranier Maria 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] Re: Atlantis fitment
I'm not quite 5'10 and have a PBH of 84.5. I ride a 56cm Atlantis - it's fine but I'm pretty sure a 58cm would work for me. My Rambouillet is a 58cm and that works very well. Check Grant's fit charts and information for more guidance. On Thursday, April 26, 2012 2:15:27 PM UTC-4, soapscum wrote: Hi gang, I'm on the lookout for an Atlantis in the not-right-now-but-pretty- soon time frame, so I'm wondering about size and fit. I'm 5'9 with a PBH of 84. My 56cm Hillborne is great, but I'm wondering if a 58cm Atlantis might be a good choice. I'm interested in your opinions, especially if you measure similarly. 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/-/F_fGbaqz6q0J. 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: Atlantis fitment
Either 56 or 58 would work. The 56 takes 26 wheels, which buys slightly fatter tire clearance and less toe overlap, if you care about such things. On Thursday, April 26, 2012 1:15:27 PM UTC-5, soapscum wrote: Hi gang, I'm on the lookout for an Atlantis in the not-right-now-but-pretty- soon time frame, so I'm wondering about size and fit. I'm 5'9 with a PBH of 84. My 56cm Hillborne is great, but I'm wondering if a 58cm Atlantis might be a good choice. I'm interested in your opinions, especially if you measure similarly. 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/-/oevWTTAQLTUJ. 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: FS: 59cm Joe/Joe Longlow revised
At times RBW gives tube specs but usially not. Ram specs are published. You can search this list archives because i posted themwithin the last year. Or emsil me and ill send yhem from a device i can actually type on. Sent from my Kindle Fire _ From: Ryan Ray ryanr...@gmail.com Sent: Thu Apr 26 16:18:48 CDT 2012 To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] Re: FS: 59cm Joe/Joe Longlow revised How do you know the tubes? Was there a time when Riv told you what tubes they used? Iv'e been trying to find out the tubes in Rambs. Thanks, Ryan On Thursday, April 26, 2012 1:55:43 PM UTC-7, SISDDWG wrote: Frame, fork, and headset only Frame: Long-low road Standard Size: 59cm measured ctt, tt has 1 degree upslope Braze-ons: Shifter bosses Cantilever bosses Rear rack mounts Installed Parts: Tange Rollerball headset 26.4 x 30.2 Paint: JB Green Painted head tube Window fill Specs: Top Tube: Reynolds 725 28.6 x 858 (AG206) Head Tube: Reynolds 531 31.7 x 0.9 Fork Blades: Reynolds 531 Rnd 24OD x 0.55 x 385 Down Tube: Tange Prestige 28.6 9-6-9 Seat Stay: Vitus 16OD x 0.8 x 560 Seat Tube: Vitus 28.6 976 (GTI) Chain Stay: Reynolds 725 22.2 ROR 8-6 (FX2500) NEVER crashed. No dents. Usual unobtrusive paint chips. Shipping within continental U.S.A. only. Buyer pays actual USPS cost. Price: $850 plus shipping cost via Paypal or cash if local pick up. -- 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/-/j2_oH0RNXzUJ. 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: Atlantis fitment
5'10, PBH 85-85.5cm, saddle height 75cm. My 56cm Atlantis fits great but lately I have been wanting a 58. Hearing that individuals with slightly lower PBH's than my own is firmly supporting my hunch that 58cm may be the way to go. Soapscum - do you know for sure what type of riding you will want to do with the Atlantis? I ask because lately I have been using mine as a mountain bike on smooth but technical singletrack here in north Idaho and wonder if the larger frame coupled with 700c wheels might make trail riding a little trickier considering the boys downstairs. Also, ask yourself what width tires you will use. I run 50mm actual Michelin Country Dry2 ($13 each! 600g) and they subtract from standover significantly. -- You received 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] Seattle Grant Peterson book tour - May 11
For those list members that haven't signed up at FreeRange, here's the timing details on Grant's Seattle visit. Hope you all can show up. We will have about an hour to make a ride of it, and he is bringing a folding bike, so we will likely stay on a trail so as not to get caught in the dark. Bring your friends! Brian Hanson Seattle, WA -- Forwarded message -- From: FreeRange Cycles kathl...@freerangecycles.com Hi there, Grant Peterson will be at FreeRange Cycles Friday May 11th. He will do a book presentation from 5-5:30, a question and answer session from 5:30-6pm and a bike ride from 6-7pm. We will have books here to sell. Hope you can make it! Kathleen FreeRange Cycles -- You received 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: Atlantis fitment
5'10, PBH 85-85.5cm, saddle height 75cm. My 56cm Atlantis fits great but lately I have been wanting a 58. Hearing that individuals with slightly lower PBH's than my own 56cm Atlanti or wish to own is firmly supporting my hunch that 58cm may be the way to go. Soapscum - do you know for sure what type of riding you will want to do with the Atlantis? I ask because lately I have been using mine as a mountain bike on smooth but technical singletrack here in north Idaho and wonder if the larger frame coupled with 700c wheels might make trail riding a little trickier considering the boys downstairs. Also, ask yourself what width tires you will use. I run 50mm actual Michelin Country Dry2 ($13 each! 600g) and they subtract from standover significantly. -- You received 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: Atlantis fitment
If it helps here's a photo showing seatpost height, stem length, etc. on the 56: http://www.flickr.com/photos/30684316@N08/4181783983/in/set-72157622971557414 Ryan On Apr 26, 11:15 am, soapscum smula...@gmail.com wrote: Hi gang, I'm on the lookout for an Atlantis in the not-right-now-but-pretty- soon time frame, so I'm wondering about size and fit. I'm 5'9 with a PBH of 84. My 56cm Hillborne is great, but I'm wondering if a 58cm Atlantis might be a good choice. I'm interested in your opinions, especially if you measure similarly. 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.
[RBW] Re: Grant at the New Amsterdam Bike Show
In answer to my post just above, Norman wrote to offer the following URL which leads to the online version of the printed program: http://issuu.com/ny_press/docs/041912/1 Thanks, Norman! See you there. Joe On Apr 26, 2:13 pm, Joe K kube...@aol.com wrote: Thanks, Norman. Where did you find the official program and schedule, if I may ask? I couldn't find them on the bike show site. If you could provide a link... I'd like to survey what else is going on, and who's speaking when. If, as you say, Grant is speaking on Sunday, that's the day I'll go. Joe On Apr 24, 5:52 pm, Norman norr...@gmail.com wrote: The official program and schedule is out and Grant's appearance is confirmed at 1 pm on Sunday. Bike Snob is the day before at 4. I didn't make the dramatic RRE II but I'll hopefully be in NYC on Sunday. Norman On Apr 22, 9:20 am, Melanie myol...@gmail.com wrote: See Grant at the NewAm Bike Show on Sunday Apr 29 at 1 pm! On Friday, April 20, 2012 1:22:10 PM UTC-4, Chris wrote: Grant mentioned in his Blug that he'll be at the New Amsterdam Bike Show next weekend in New York. Will he speak or have book signing at the show? I've looked through the show's web site, but couldn't even find a general schedule. Does anyone know his schedule at the show? -- You received 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] Powder Coating recommendations in Boston?
Slightly off-topic (and potentially heretical), but I'm looking for a good powder coater to help with a restoration of a 1986 Trek 620. I guess you could call this a poor man's Riv project. Anyhow, I'm hoping to find someone with experience with lugged frames, as this one as some great details I'd hate to cover up too thickly. Also have the original blackburn racks I'm hoping to coat to match. Would prefer powder over paint for durability issues -- I'm fixing up this bike to use as my primary ride. Any advice or experience, about Boston-area operations or about powder coating in general, would be most appreciated. Thanks, Rich -- 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/-/vPdQDF2yxtUJ. 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: Sam possibly for sale
Thinkin' my attempt here on RBW is over. Thanks to those who showed aimless interest. On Apr 18, 4:35 pm, Duplomacette jjrhildr...@gmail.com wrote: I am seeing if anybody in the Mpls/St. Paul area is interested in a 52 orange Waterford Sam complete. I'm not completely opposed to shipping but a local sale would be easier for both parties. The bike was built up at Hiawatha Cyclery and has a guesstimated 500-1000 miles on it. I certainly don't NEED to sell it but if it went to a good home for the right price I'd be willing to part with it and make room in my already cramped garage for my new Riv. I can email the build list to anyone interested. -- You received 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: Sugestions for rain proofing Brooks saddles
Great suggestions, everyone. I'm getting a Randi Jo based on Pudge's comments but also because I like to support fellow sole-proprietor's, see his website: http://www.randijofab.com. The B17 on my fenderless mountain bike will benefit the most but also my Hisen during Minnesota deluges, typical on any given day. Keep the rubber side down! Sean (Shifty) On Tuesday, April 24, 2012 8:42:43 AM UTC-5, Beth H wrote: Citybikes in Portland has been carrying some neat saddle covers made locally, sold under the name Chicken Scraps. They run around $30 and they seem pretty tough. I'm still using the old Carradice cover that has been patched and seam-sealeda couple of times (I don't want to toss it!), and with a plastic bag underneath there are no problems. Beth H in PDX -- 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/-/l7FUBRMp-BUJ. 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] WTT: 56 cm Hillborne for something with more clearance and off-road capability.
I've moved southeast Utah and I plan to stay a while. The bike is a 56 cm double TT Waterford-built beauty in orange and I love it, but fatter tires would be ideal. I'd throw down some cash to trade up to an Atlantis or Bombadil. I'm thinking frame, fork, headset, bottom bracket, and wheelset (if necessary). My PBH is approximately 85 cm. Cheers! -- You received 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] FS: Nitto M12 front rack with Nitto canti studs (price reduced)
Hi All - One more try - I have for sale a Nitto M12 rack - it was used for about a week. It appears to be unused. I am including a pair of Nitto cantilever adapter studs that allow the proper use of both rack and cantilevers on your bike. $85.00 shipped CONUS. PayPal only please - Thanks all! -- You received 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] rack suggestions
well i have a newer atlantis and i cant help but notice the threaded holes at the top of the fork (fork shoulder). does anyone know of any racks that would mount into these threads? i would prefer a porteur or cargo style rack. i have a paul flatbed rack, and yet i dont like how it mounts on the quill stem, i feel it makes the front of the bike look too busy. since the threaded holes are there, id love to use them. any suggestions? -- 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/-/hRIp_NGub1kJ. 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: RE: [RBW] Re: All Rounder vs Bleriot -Hetres w/ fenders
Joan, do you ever pop out the fenders when you have a string of no-rain days and throw'em on for wet ones? Does the frame lend itself to this or is clearance tight enough that fenders stay put? I ask because I'm currently looking to buy a Bleriot and set it up as a rando all-day-er. On Tuesday, April 24, 2012 4:14:36 PM UTC-5, Joan wrote: I have SKS fenders on my Bleriot with Hetres, the combination has been on the bike for years. No problem at all. On 04/24/12, Allingham II, Thomas Jthomas.alling...@skadden.com wrote: I have Hetres on my Bleriot, but I don't think I could fit fenders on it. -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [ mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.comrbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Steve Palincsar Sent: Tuesday, April 24, 2012 8:02 AM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: [RBW] Re: All Rounder vs Bleriot for light touring On Tue, 2012-04-24 at 04:13 -0700, islaysteve wrote: Wihtout reference to size, I don't think you'd be disappointed in the Bleriot at all. And between the two you originally posted, you'd save $1000, which isn't trivial. Granted the All Rounder is very nice looking. The Bleriot is a very pretty bike. For the savings, you could have it painted. Bleriot takes at least 38 tires, with fenders I believe. Maybe wider. I know someone who has Hetres on her Bleriot. -- You received 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. -- To ensure compliance with Treasury Department regulations, we advise you that, unless otherwise expressly indicated, any federal tax advice contained in this message was not intended or written to be used, and cannot be used, for the purpose of (i) avoiding tax-related penalties under the Internal Revenue Code or applicable state or local tax law provisions or (ii) promoting, marketing or recommending to another party any tax-related matters addressed herein. This email (and any attachments thereto) is intended only for use by the addressee(s) named herein and may contain legally privileged and/or confidential information. If you are not the intended recipient of this email, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this email (and any attachments thereto) is strictly prohibited. If you receive this email in error please immediately notify me at (212) 735-3000 and permanently delete the original email (and any copy of any email) and any printout thereof. Further information about the firm, a list of the Partners and their professional qualifications will be provided upon request. == -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-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. On Tuesday, April 24, 2012 4:14:36 PM UTC-5, Joan wrote: I have SKS fenders on my Bleriot with Hetres, the combination has been on the bike for years. No problem at all. On 04/24/12, Allingham II, Thomas Jthomas.alling...@skadden.com wrote: I have Hetres on my Bleriot, but I don't think I could fit fenders on it. -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [ mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.comrbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Steve Palincsar Sent: Tuesday, April 24, 2012 8:02 AM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: [RBW] Re: All Rounder vs Bleriot for light touring On Tue, 2012-04-24 at 04:13 -0700, islaysteve wrote: Wihtout reference to size, I don't think you'd be disappointed in the Bleriot at all. And between the two you originally posted, you'd save $1000, which isn't trivial. Granted the All Rounder is very nice looking. The Bleriot is a very pretty bike. For the savings, you could have it painted. Bleriot takes at least 38 tires, with fenders I believe. Maybe wider. I know someone who has Hetres on her Bleriot. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group,
[RBW] Re: FS 62 cm like new Hunqapillar
I've sold my Quickbeam and I'm reposting to sell my Hunqapiullar. Price: $2,300.00 If someone is interested in just purchasing the frame and fork I would be open to that since not everyone would find the way I built the bike up to their liking. The following is a description of the bicycle: Hunqapillar frame/fork w/ Japanese Kaisei 8630 heat-treated and fancy paint Handlebars: Nitto Albatross Portuguese Tree Cork Grips Brake Levers: NOS Dia Comp top of the line two finger mountain Shifter: Shimano Dura Ace nine speed bar end Yokozuna cables Stem: Nitto Technomic Deluxe Seat post: Nitto 83 Crankset: Sugino XD2 triple Front derailer: MicroShift Rear derailer: NOS Shimano 105 nine speed (all silver) Rear cassette: Shimano Ultegra 12-27 Rear Hub: NOS Shimano XTR 36 hole eight/nine speed 1st generation Front Hub: NOS Shimano Dura Ace 1st generation (super smooth) 36 hole Rims: Mavic MA3 (rear built by Peter White) Brakes: Paul cantilever Neo-retro Rear Rack: Nitto R-14 Top Rack Nigel Smythe Big Loafer, tweed 1st generation Tires: Schwalbe Marathon Supreme folding 700/50mm Pictures: http://www.flickr.com/photos/41419114@N08/sets/72157629861661465/ -- You received 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: 46cm to 44cm Noodles?
I'm also using the Harris/Nitto randonneur bars and like them. Mine are the 42 and they suit my needs in daily traffic. I'm fortunate that Harris is my LBS! Good luck, Bill On Apr 24, 8:26 am, BCDrums bcdr...@comcast.net wrote: How about this randonneur bar from Nitto at Harris Cyclery:http://harriscyclery.net/product/nitto-randonneur-handlebar-45-cm-wid... It's a third less expensive than the GB, and it comes in 42 45cm widths. I am using the 45 and I like it. BC On Apr 22, 9:10 pm, PATRICK MOORE bertin...@gmail.com wrote: $$$, or lack thereof. On Sun, Apr 22, 2012 at 6:55 PM, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote: On Sun, 2012-04-22 at 15:20 -0600, PATRICK MOORE wrote: I am looking for something much like this: http://www.compasscycle.com/handlebars_gb_rand.html So what's wrong with exactly that one? -- You received 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, ACRWhttp://resumespecialties.com/index.html - 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. Ranier Maria 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] Re: Riv Rally East Miraculously Escapes Weather Debacle!
Hope this link works for my FlickR photo page. http://www.flickr.com/photos/79434836@N04/ On Apr 24, 5:15 pm, Thomas Nezovich t...@cox.net wrote: John Philip provides this link that shows some snow shots: http://www.flickr.com/photos/cnyriv/sets/72157629525386656/ On Apr 24, 2012, at 11:10 AM, Thomas Nezovich wrote: Bobby and others, not all the Riv Rally East participants escaped the weather but we would have had we not ridden on Monday. John Philip and my plans originally were to ride with the group to Connellsvile and bid them good by and turn around for our BB reservation in Rockwood. With the bad weather predicted we decided to go no farther west than the Saturday destination of Confluence. We breakfasted with the group and while they went farther west, we headed back east to Rockwood. We managed to make the 20 miles there last nearly three hours. Rockwood is small and not much was open on a Sunday. We ate a couple of times at the Opera House and at supper a fellow who operates the Opera House and the Hostel on Main gave us a tour to the hostel. It is very nice and inexpensive. The Rockwood Trail House BB is nicer ( but more expensive) and I've stayed there before. We spent much time watching weather TV and scanning weather sites on computer and knew we were in for some snow. We awoke to a slight covering of wet snow and around 34 degrees. Light snow was falling: not too bad. After a great breakfast we left expecting it to be worse when we got higher near the Divide. It did get gradually snowier and windier. The stretch between Meyersdale and Deal to the Divide was very snowey with probably 6 inches of snow on the ground. It was very slow going in the snow: 5 or 6 mph with moderate falling snow but a tail wind. Curiously, when we got through the Big Savage Mountain tunnel there was much less snow on the ground, less falling out of the sky and different winds. The snow soon disappeared, the trail was gravel again and the tail wind returned. Our new problem then was we were cold. The little downgrade allowed us to make 14 to 16 mph on the way back to Cumberland but we were pretty damp from the efforts to reach the tunnel. We made it back to the cars and managed to enjoy it and make it back home the same day. I had some concerns about ride Hetres in the snow but they were not too bad. The snow riding was slow and level or slightly up hill though. The snow was gone by the time we were zipping downhill. As Manny says, Pictures prove it happened, but you will need to wait for John Philip's post because I forgot my camera. On Apr 23, 2012, at 10:21 AM, Montclair BobbyB wrote: Boy, somebody up there must like us... Somehow we managed to slip through this weekend virtually untouched by this Nor'Easter that's been pounding several states in the East, and in the mean time had a fantastic ride from Cumberland, MD up to Ohiopyle, PA along the beautiful Great Allegheny Passage Trail. Our total rider count was 14, and folks came from as far away as Kalamazoo, Cleveland, Washington DC, Wilmington DE, Bowling Green OH, Princeton NJ and Syracuse. We had a great bunch, and the cross- section of Rivs was truly stunning... We had Saluki, Hilsen, Hillborne, Bombadil, Atlantis, Quickbeam, SimpleOne and Rambouillet... what a variety!! Friday night we assembled for dinner and a few beers in Cumberland, which is nestled in the mountains of western Maryland... beautiful country. Four of our group had ridden ahead to Frostburg, 16 miles up the trail where we planned to meet on Saturday morning. We were bracing for some pretty steady rain, and T-storms, according to the local weather forecast. Saturday morning we assembled at the Cumberland trailhead (where the CO Trail heads southeast to Washington, and the GAP Trail heads northwest to Pittsburgh). There is excellent overnight parking (covered by the highway), very close to the trail. We were wheels down by 8 AM, and hoping to get over the Eastern Divide by Noon. The sun was shining brightly at this point... huh??? We were puzzled, but delighted nonetheless. The ride up to Frostburg was gradual and not particularly difficult... but tedious. I was glad to stretch my legs at Frostburg, where we grabbed sandwiches to go, and met up with 3 of the 4 lead riders (one other rider, Ken Peyton was attempting an early breakaway... and would successfully hold off the peloton clear into Confluence, our stayover destination). A short distance up from Frostburg we came to the (massive) Big Savage Tunnel, which extends more than 3000 feet straight through Savage Mountain. This was IMPRESSIVE to say the least, and it was a blast to ride through. Shortly after the big tunnel we reached the top of the Eastern Divide (certainly NOTHING LIKE the Western Divide, but for us it
