[RBW] Re: Sacramento CycleFest
A Nexus 3-speed suicide shifter mounted on the seattube. I love the cruiser guys! Joe Bernard Vallejo, CA. On Sunday, June 10, 2012 2:18:45 PM UTC-7, Eric Norris wrote: Lots of cool bikes, including more than a few Riv-Before-There-Was-A-Rivendell-ish classics, at today's Sacramento CycleFest. Photos prove it happened: http://www.flickr.com/photos/campyonlyguy/7358775652/in/set-72157630034934087/lightbox/ --Eric campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com www.wheelsnorth.org -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/CloP9_sEsfAJ. 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 (to me) Berthoud Rack
I recently purchased a couple of these. It's a nice bag for layers, mini-pump/tools, sandwhiches and such, but I wouldn't rely on it for a stack of books. The design wouldn't stress the seatpost, though, as the rack would likely pivot down from the end of its stem-mount before the stem could get much leverage on the seatpost. Joe Bernard Vallejo, CA. On Monday, June 11, 2012 4:37:34 PM UTC-7, Peter M wrote: Just cruising around ebay doing some window shopping, came across this http://www.ebay.com/itm/GILLES-BERTHOUD-Rack-Mount-Saddlebag-GB604-Rivendell-Touring-Brevet-Bag-/160821528977?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0hash=item2571b5c991 This is a new one to me, looks like alot of stress on the seatpost to me if bag was really loaded but maybe I am wrong. I am sure this is not new but just the first time I have seen this type of setup. -- 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/-/MxmInIYsJXgJ. 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 - Sugino XD2 Crank Set, Triple 46x36x24, 172.5mm
Crank set is sold. Thanks! On Tuesday, June 12, 2012 12:48:09 AM UTC-4, Chris wrote: Sugino XD2 crank set http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/cr1.htm, triple 46x36x24, 172.5mm (used). $80 shipped. Here are some photoshttp://www.flickr.com/photos/21531208@N00/sets/72157630046793073/with/7179026035/. The set has a very small blemishhttp://www.flickr.com/photos/21531208@N00/7179025119/in/set-72157630046793073/ on the right arm and some scuff markshttp://www.flickr.com/photos/21531208@N00/7179026035/in/set-72157630046793073/ on the left. I'm also open to trade for crank set in 165mm. Preferably the same Sugino XD2 crank set (or even just the arms) so I don't have to mess around with the bottom bracket. Please reply off list. 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/-/SXRoMB1ofHUJ. 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] Quickbeam in Chicago
http://flic.kr/p/cdMRXL Hey, I was out there that day also! I was passing through and couldn't pass up a chance to ride along the lake. -- 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/-/FWyyCBU6bnAJ. 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: Quickbeam in Chicago
Michael, very cool! Both QBs together would have made an amazing shot! Maybe next time. James, all-time favorite? I'm flattered. For an impromptu stop and shoot it did turn out pretty nice, although I admit I considered the triangulation of the composition before I pushed the button. Triangles rule! Marty -- 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/-/Boz_f3kNA1AJ. 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 (to me) Berthoud Rack
The Carradice SQR does the same job in a much less obtrusive way. I don't think either designed would impact a a good nitto or similar post. On Monday, June 11, 2012 7:37:34 PM UTC-4, Peter M wrote: Just cruising around ebay doing some window shopping, came across this http://www.ebay.com/itm/GILLES-BERTHOUD-Rack-Mount-Saddlebag-GB604-Rivendell-Touring-Brevet-Bag-/160821528977?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0hash=item2571b5c991 This is a new one to me, looks like alot of stress on the seatpost to me if bag was really loaded but maybe I am wrong. I am sure this is not new but just the first time I have seen this type of setup. -- 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/-/g_KvfzhICYUJ. 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 meet in the wild
I think it happens with bikes of all different brands, but only if its a smaller company. With a big brand you might get interested seeing the exact same model, but other than that, it may be neet seeing another Trek or Specialized or whatever, but it happens so much its not a big deal. With a small builder, like Rivendell, it makes more of an impression. Its all about the frequency. For me personally, I see the occasional Riv here in Dayton (Ohio) but have yet to see or even hear of another Kogswell or Handsome here locally. The reason being all three were/are small companies but of the three, Rivendell is the largest and we used to have a Riv dealer here in town. For that reason, I'd be more excited to see a match for my new Handsome or my trusty Kogswell. It would be even more so for a full custom builder. Riv is small but still sells a fair number of frames and bikes annually. Imagine a single man custom builder who pushes out a small handfull of frames yearly, those are going to be a much rarer sighting. I've seen one Vanilla here in town, that would be a huge deal for that guy to run into another one because it will probably never happen. Cheers, Scott Henry Dayton, OH On Mon, Jun 11, 2012 at 8:55 PM, Steven Silbert skakid8...@gmail.comwrote: Today I came back to my Hillborne, which was parked in front of Linnea's Cafe in San Luis Obispo, only to find that it had found a friend! A beautiful Atlantis was parked next to Samwise (My Hillborne)... The light blue contrasted with the creamy green was a sight to behold. The owner was waiting for me to arrive so he could meet the owner. I drooled over his Phil Wood built, 40-spoke wheels while he checked out the double top tubes. This whole experience leaves me wondering... does this happen with other bicycle companies? Is it OK for me to get so excited meeting another Rivendell in the wild? I mean it happens with surlys and other companies, but not quite to the same degree.. We talked for like 30 minutes about how much we liked our bikes. I guess what I'm trying to say is that it feels nice belonging to such a cool, tight-knit community of people. -- You received 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: Pics of Grand Bois on Facebook page
I've had amazing luck with my Cerfs. More than a year now on mixed city-street and paths with no flats. Previously comfort meant giving up reliability to me. These tires have upended the paradigm altogether. The only issue I am having is the bike with the Cerfs clearly has room for Cypres. When it is time to replace this set, do I stick with tried and true or move up a couple of mms? On Monday, June 11, 2012 10:05:02 PM UTC-5, jbartoe wrote: Hi All- I just installed a new set of Grand Bois Cerf Green Labels onto my Hed Jet 4 rims. They measure a bit larger than 29c wide on these wheels (23.4-millimeter rim). They even puff up a bit more in the next few days. They ride really well and are fast. I rode them on the double century circuit here in California last year and loved the added comfort and the secret added speed. I find these to be faster for me than just about any other tire I've tried, including the Challenge Parigi-Roubaix. Here's the link: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.382542821802601.90947.124901454233407type=1 Joe Joe Bartoe Synaptic Cycles Bicycle Rentals, Inc. email: j...@synapticcycles.com website: www.synapticcycles.com Twitter: @synapticcycles phone: 949-374-6079 -- 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/-/NRTj7aqtowoJ. 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] Rivendell Rally Bay Area Edition.
Perfect day to just ride*. * Manny led us on a great route. Fun! How far did we ride? No idea. Ideal per Grant, Count things that add up fast, come easy, and encourage you. (*Just Ride,* Ch. 2 - Don't count miles) Just know the journey was high in smiles per mile. Thanks for sharing the pics Manny and Cyclofiend Jim. Aaron W On Monday, June 11, 2012 9:19:13 PM UTC-7, Manuel Acosta wrote: Fun day. Grant's book signing at the Warming Hut was greeted by amazing weather and amazing bikes with amazing people. Glad I got to drag Grant along on this trip. It's kinda hard to plan a ride like this for people I don't know. So I figured I would just do a ride and if people wanted to follow that would be great. I already knew I didn't want to ride Tam that day. Despite the nice weather along the coast I knew riding more inland it would get uncomfortable or even down right miserable. At any point no ride should be like that. Unless you want it to be. And for this nice day with these great people it didn't seem like it was really necessary to go on a epic river crossing ride. (not like there is any epic river crossing around San Francisco) or dry dirt hill climbing. Opt for a tourist route of seeing the best of San Francisco. Riding over the bridgeinto Marin Headlands By some beachUp some hill with bunkers back over the bridge. Most of the route was kinda made up on the spot. Thanks for everyone that followed me (err dealt with my lack of route making skills). After we got over the bridge some people branched off to do their own thing including Grant himself. Kinda made me nervous about him getting back to Bart when he asked the question, I can get to Bart by going this way right? I'm pretty sure he made it to Bart. The ride continued passed the bridge pass Robin William's house pass the Legion of Honor down some stairs pass Ocean's Beach into Golden Gate Park. Here the ride finished with Ice cream in the park. Fun ride amazing people, great looking day. Thanks to everyone that came out. Oh yea thanks to Grant for make a book about bike riding, then having a book signing for the book about bike riding, then coming along for the bike ride after the book signing for his book about bike riding. Pictures proved that it happened: http://flic.kr/s/aHsjzQkRRP -Manny I think it's a right. Acosta -- 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/-/nwVnQkM2nbIJ. 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: Carradice Super C Panniers Tubus Stainless steel racks New.
Not sure if this will post as I'm a new member, but I'm interested in your items. Thanks On Saturday, June 9, 2012 3:14:09 PM UTC-4, hobie wrote: My plans to tour have never come to fruition and I'm selling my touring gear. The following were purchased new. Price includes shipping,paypal. $550.00 Carradice Super C front and rear panniers,black canvas touring panniers cloth patches. Tubus Cosmos stainless steel rear rack silver Tubus Nova stainless steel front rack silver My opiniom. These are the best racks. Very strong and rigid. The racks have been mounted to my bike w. the panniers to check the fit and clearence. Other than that they are basically new. Any questions feel free to contact me. Cheers Hobie -- 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/-/1kcKBFwbopYJ. 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] Katy Trail with Wife and Friend
Dawn and I just got back from a week along the Katy Trail in Missouri. I wanted to explore a bit so left on Friday and went to Lee Summit Missouri and then checked out the new connector (the parts that are finished) from Kansas City. I meandered with no particular place to go for a couple of days as the distance to meet my wife and friend in Sedalia was two comfortable days and I had 2 1/2. I enjoyed some gravel roads that are lacking in St Louis, and the freedom to just go one direction for a few hours and then change my mind and go someplace else. With limited vacation or time on these journeys it's difficult to get that truly free feeling. Tired of riding head winds, turn around and ride the other way today. However this quick trip to meet them at the train was close. Even with my meanderings I managed to get to Sedalia a day early. With rain coming in I chose a rehabbed historical motel that had the most comfortable bed I had ever slept in I think. I've ridden the Katy Trail several times, and mostly on my way home from someplace else. The times I've ridden just the Katy were to get it over with one could say with 85 and 107 mile days to get from Sedalia to St Charles fully loaded. This time we were going to enjoy it and see things. The first day was a comfortable 65 miles to one Katfish Kates along the river. We setup camp and had chili and hotdogs at the campsite. The next day we went and toured Columbia Missouri visiting bicycle shops and meeting a friend for lunch. The connector from Columbia to the trail is about 18 miles round trip plus whatever milage we did in town. Great day followed the next day by a trip into Jefferson City Missouri, were we visited the capital building and got to see / experience the new bike path and ramp to the hiway bridge. hard to explain... here is a photo of the ramp... http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/7167529573/in/set-72157630082138300 Last time I went into Jefferson City I was on the bridge with 50 mph traffic, no shoulder and a smile that I was still alive.. :) Another great day. Long story short the slowed pace and good company made for a fantastic trip. We visited and met many great people and saw some fun bikes. A gorgeous Thorn here .. http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/7352734118/in/set-72157630082138300 Finally saw one of the extra wheels in the wild. It appeared to be working great and the owner had many miles on it. here.. http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/7167526859/in/set-72157630082138300 This photo was at a hostel that we stopped at. It was too busy not to visit and see what was going on.As it turned out there was 4 groups of us that would start at different times and stop at different places but seemed to meet up during the last 3 days or so here and there. It was fun. When trying to get the ride over with or get someplace the Katy Trail can be monotonous and tiring. When making it up as you go and stopping to see, smell and experience things around you it is quite different. Not having an agenda and giving ourselves 4 days more than we needed to just ride it was great. We left Sedalia Mo on Monday and got to our homes on Friday. Dawn and I live about 18 miles from the trial head. So if you decide to ride this great trail system I recommend not over planning but making it up as you go with a general to do list. Be sure to get into the connecting cities at the very least Columbia, Jefferson City, Booneville and Herman, enjoy the brewery in Augusta and then meander on into St Charles. I generally ride it West to East as I like riding to home. *Here is the picture set on flickr* http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/sets/72157630082138300/with/7167526859/ I posted about a door jam bracket I used to mount a tubes lowrider rack on Dawns Atlantis. It worked great and may be the long term solution for future rides at this point. Here is her bike loaded down. She listened to me and I didn't listen to myself by putting the rain covers on the panniers. Hers thus stayed clean and mine were dirty and had to be cleaned when I got home. http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/7352739970/in/set-72157630082138300 Well sorry for the long post.. we had a great time though. July is the Denali Adventure with Adventure Cycling then the Allegheny / CO first week of October. There are four of us doing that now. We'll be riding to DC and be shuttled back to Pittsburg. If you would like to join us let me know. It will be self contained unsupported, and we'll probably be doing 45 to 55 miles per day. Later Kelly -- 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/-/tboazjS4vrIJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send
Re: [RBW] seized bottom bracket cup
My first thought was the same as Eric - make sure you are turning that the right way. I have seen far better mechanics than myself get crossed up on bb shells. It's reasonably unlikely to do damage to the frame by torquing the correct direction. I'd try to be aware of the tool fit on the bb shell (if it suddenly pops out, you could gouge that frame pretty easily). The other concern would be how you braced the frame itself - you are going to have a lng lever arm on that. So, clamping by the seat post would certainly be better than a clamp on one of the tubes (which could get crimped). I'd try to use the hands (generally softer than clamp jaws) of strong and helpful individuals. IF your bb shell and workspace allows it, you may find it works better to fit the tool in a solid bench vise, and then turn the frame. Again, a second set of hands can help to keep everything in plane. There's also the walk-in freezer trick. Good luck! - Jim / cyclofiend.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] The Poster
I placed my pre-order last night. I have to say, I am really excited, I checked out DLG's website and his stuff is awesome. I can't wait to see what he has done for Riv. Anyone else pre-order? 20 bucks is pretty much free for a quality poster. http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/pr6.htm -- 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/-/-_36Cby7m_IJ. 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] Katy Trail with Wife and Friend
Very nice. Larry Powers Get a bicycle. You will not regret it if you live. - Mark Twain Date: Tue, 12 Jun 2012 07:08:17 -0700 From: tkslee...@gmail.com To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] Katy Trail with Wife and Friend Dawn and I just got back from a week along the Katy Trail in Missouri. I wanted to explore a bit so left on Friday and went to Lee Summit Missouri and then checked out the new connector (the parts that are finished) from Kansas City. I meandered with no particular place to go for a couple of days as the distance to meet my wife and friend in Sedalia was two comfortable days and I had 2 1/2. I enjoyed some gravel roads that are lacking in St Louis, and the freedom to just go one direction for a few hours and then change my mind and go someplace else. With limited vacation or time on these journeys it's difficult to get that truly free feeling. Tired of riding head winds, turn around and ride the other way today. However this quick trip to meet them at the train was close. Even with my meanderings I managed to get to Sedalia a day early. With rain coming in I chose a rehabbed historical motel that had the most comfortable bed I had ever slept in I think. I've ridden the Katy Trail several times, and mostly on my way home from someplace else. The times I've ridden just the Katy were to get it over with one could say with 85 and 107 mile days to get from Sedalia to St Charles fully loaded. This time we were going to enjoy it and see things. The first day was a comfortable 65 miles to one Katfish Kates along the river. We setup camp and had chili and hotdogs at the campsite. The next day we went and toured Columbia Missouri visiting bicycle shops and meeting a friend for lunch. The connector from Columbia to the trail is about 18 miles round trip plus whatever milage we did in town. Great day followed the next day by a trip into Jefferson City Missouri, were we visited the capital building and got to see / experience the new bike path and ramp to the hiway bridge. hard to explain... here is a photo of the ramp... http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/7167529573/in/set-72157630082138300 Last time I went into Jefferson City I was on the bridge with 50 mph traffic, no shoulder and a smile that I was still alive.. :) Another great day. Long story short the slowed pace and good company made for a fantastic trip. We visited and met many great people and saw some fun bikes. A gorgeous Thorn here .. http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/7352734118/in/set-72157630082138300 Finally saw one of the extra wheels in the wild. It appeared to be working great and the owner had many miles on it. here.. http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/7167526859/in/set-72157630082138300This photo was at a hostel that we stopped at. It was too busy not to visit and see what was going on.As it turned out there was 4 groups of us that would start at different times and stop at different places but seemed to meet up during the last 3 days or so here and there. It was fun. When trying to get the ride over with or get someplace the Katy Trail can be monotonous and tiring. When making it up as you go and stopping to see, smell and experience things around you it is quite different. Not having an agenda and giving ourselves 4 days more than we needed to just ride it was great. We left Sedalia Mo on Monday and got to our homes on Friday. Dawn and I live about 18 miles from the trial head. So if you decide to ride this great trail system I recommend not over planning but making it up as you go with a general to do list. Be sure to get into the connecting cities at the very least Columbia, Jefferson City, Booneville and Herman, enjoy the brewery in Augusta and then meander on into St Charles. I generally ride it West to East as I like riding to home. Here is the picture set on flickrhttp://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/sets/72157630082138300/with/7167526859/ I posted about a door jam bracket I used to mount a tubes lowrider rack on Dawns Atlantis. It worked great and may be the long term solution for future rides at this point. Here is her bike loaded down. She listened to me and I didn't listen to myself by putting the rain covers on the panniers. Hers thus stayed clean and mine were dirty and had to be cleaned when I got home. http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/7352739970/in/set-72157630082138300 Well sorry for the long post.. we had a great time though. July is the Denali Adventure with Adventure Cycling then the Allegheny / CO first week of October. There are four of us doing that now. We'll be riding to DC and be shuttled back to Pittsburg. If you would like to join us let me know. It will be self contained unsupported, and we'll probably be doing 45 to 55 miles per day. Later Kelly -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW
Re: [RBW] Rivendell Rally Bay Area Edition Ride Recap
Thanks again Manny! That was a fine outing. Well met and well led. Since the pix I shot were in a different thread, here's the link - http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclofiend/sets/72157630037466675/ - Jim / cyclofiend.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.
Re: [RBW] seized bottom bracket cup
Maybe Rivendell snuck in French or Swiss threading? Both have different thread pitch and French RH cups thread in clockwise, not counter-clockwise. Or no, that's Swiss; French have different threads but thread in like English ones. Or no, that's French. Or not. Seriously, my erstwhile and Eric Norris's present Motobecane has French threads. Or Swiss -- never did figure it out, just had the LBS get the right cups from Phil. More seriously yet! I've applied huge amounts of torque to RH cups on steel frames and never had a problem as long as (1) the cup was not cross-threaded and (2) I carefully secured the jaws of the clamping device (I run an old front QR through the axle with huge washers at either end). Please God your mechanic hasn't cross threaded the cup. On Mon, Jun 11, 2012 at 6:29 PM, MobileBill bud...@mindspring.com wrote: Hey I think I've heard all the tricks for removing, and will problably be seeking an appropriately long pipe tomorrow, but I'd like your thoughts: Is it likely that I could damage the frame of my Saluki or the bottom bracket threads just by applying more leverage in an attempt to free the seized drive side cup? I hear the carbon and aluminum guys fretting about such things, but what are the chances with steel? If threads get stripped in the process, can they be re-chased in a reliable way? THe left side came off easily, but the drive side has proved tougher. I doubt soaking in oil will help, since the threads were only recently greased. It appears that the drive side really got torqued up a few weeks ago by a mechanic, who was hoping to take some play out of the cranks. But it seems the play REALLY was a faulty or failing cartridge, so now I need to remove and replace. Damn. I'm ready to get back on this bike, but don't want to mess it 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/-/PXQOSaSYedkJ. 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. -- Push back against the age as hard as it pushes against you. Flannery O'Connor - Patrick Moore, Albuquerque, NM, USA For professional resumes, contact Patrick Moore, ACRW http://resumespecialties.com/index.html - -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-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: New (to me) Berthoud Rack
+1 for the SQR. I've owned (and sold!) a number of them and it is a very effective and reasonably priced device. It is limited to 10 kg, but I daresay that the Berthoud device won't hold any more -- nor would you want it to, with the load cantilevered out so far from the saddle. The SQR holds the load closer in while keeping the bag off of your legs. On Tue, Jun 12, 2012 at 5:00 AM, Michael Hechmer mhech...@gmail.com wrote: The Carradice SQR does the same job in a much less obtrusive way. I don't think either designed would impact a a good nitto or similar post. On Monday, June 11, 2012 7:37:34 PM UTC-4, Peter M wrote: Just cruising around ebay doing some window shopping, came across this http://www.ebay.com/itm/GILLES-BERTHOUD-Rack-Mount-Saddlebag-GB604-Rivendell-Touring-Brevet-Bag-/160821528977?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0hash=item2571b5c991 This is a new one to me, looks like alot of stress on the seatpost to me if bag was really loaded but maybe I am wrong. I am sure this is not new but just the first time I have seen this type of setup. -- 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/-/g_KvfzhICYUJ. 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. -- Push back against the age as hard as it pushes against you. Flannery O'Connor - Patrick Moore, Albuquerque, NM, USA For professional resumes, contact Patrick Moore, ACRW http://resumespecialties.com/index.html - -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-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] Katy Trail with Wife and Friend
No need to apologize for the length; the longer, the better. Very interesting. I wish we had some long-distance trails gravel trails here in NM. That is some ramp! On Tue, Jun 12, 2012 at 8:08 AM, Kelly tkslee...@gmail.com wrote: Dawn and I just got back from a week along the Katy Trail in Missouri. I wanted to explore a bit so left on Friday and went to Lee Summit Missouri and then checked out the new connector (the parts that are finished) from Kansas City. I meandered with no particular place to go for a couple of days as the distance to meet my wife and friend in Sedalia was two comfortable days and I had 2 1/2. I enjoyed some gravel roads that are lacking in St Louis, and the freedom to just go one direction for a few hours and then change my mind and go someplace else. With limited vacation or time on these journeys it's difficult to get that truly free feeling. Tired of riding head winds, turn around and ride the other way today. However this quick trip to meet them at the train was close. Even with my meanderings I managed to get to Sedalia a day early. With rain coming in I chose a rehabbed historical motel that had the most comfortable bed I had ever slept in I think. I've ridden the Katy Trail several times, and mostly on my way home from someplace else. The times I've ridden just the Katy were to get it over with one could say with 85 and 107 mile days to get from Sedalia to St Charles fully loaded. This time we were going to enjoy it and see things. The first day was a comfortable 65 miles to one Katfish Kates along the river. We setup camp and had chili and hotdogs at the campsite. The next day we went and toured Columbia Missouri visiting bicycle shops and meeting a friend for lunch. The connector from Columbia to the trail is about 18 miles round trip plus whatever milage we did in town. Great day followed the next day by a trip into Jefferson City Missouri, were we visited the capital building and got to see / experience the new bike path and ramp to the hiway bridge. hard to explain... here is a photo of the ramp... http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/7167529573/in/set-72157630082138300 Last time I went into Jefferson City I was on the bridge with 50 mph traffic, no shoulder and a smile that I was still alive.. :) Another great day. Long story short the slowed pace and good company made for a fantastic trip. We visited and met many great people and saw some fun bikes. A gorgeous Thorn here .. http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/7352734118/in/set-72157630082138300 Finally saw one of the extra wheels in the wild. It appeared to be working great and the owner had many miles on it. here.. http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/7167526859/in/set-72157630082138300 This photo was at a hostel that we stopped at. It was too busy not to visit and see what was going on. As it turned out there was 4 groups of us that would start at different times and stop at different places but seemed to meet up during the last 3 days or so here and there. It was fun. When trying to get the ride over with or get someplace the Katy Trail can be monotonous and tiring. When making it up as you go and stopping to see, smell and experience things around you it is quite different. Not having an agenda and giving ourselves 4 days more than we needed to just ride it was great. We left Sedalia Mo on Monday and got to our homes on Friday. Dawn and I live about 18 miles from the trial head. So if you decide to ride this great trail system I recommend not over planning but making it up as you go with a general to do list. Be sure to get into the connecting cities at the very least Columbia, Jefferson City, Booneville and Herman, enjoy the brewery in Augusta and then meander on into St Charles. I generally ride it West to East as I like riding to home. Here is the picture set on flickr http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/sets/72157630082138300/with/7167526859/ I posted about a door jam bracket I used to mount a tubes lowrider rack on Dawns Atlantis. It worked great and may be the long term solution for future rides at this point. Here is her bike loaded down. She listened to me and I didn't listen to myself by putting the rain covers on the panniers. Hers thus stayed clean and mine were dirty and had to be cleaned when I got home. http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/7352739970/in/set-72157630082138300 Well sorry for the long post.. we had a great time though. July is the Denali Adventure with Adventure Cycling then the Allegheny / CO first week of October. There are four of us doing that now. We'll be riding to DC and be shuttled back to Pittsburg. If you would like to join us let me know. It will be self contained unsupported, and we'll probably be doing 45 to 55 miles per day. Later Kelly -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners
Re: [RBW] The Poster
I did. Now I need to find some wall space in the Bike Room. --Eric N On Jun 12, 2012, at 7:22 AM, Zack wrote: I placed my pre-order last night. I have to say, I am really excited, I checked out DLG's website and his stuff is awesome. I can't wait to see what he has done for Riv. Anyone else pre-order? 20 bucks is pretty much free for a quality poster. http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/pr6.htm -- 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/-/-_36Cby7m_IJ. 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] The Poster
Me, too. Fun to order something you can't see a pic of. Well, at $20, anyway From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Eric Norris Sent: Tuesday, June 12, 2012 10:52 AM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: [RBW] The Poster I did. Now I need to find some wall space in the Bike Room. --Eric N On Jun 12, 2012, at 7:22 AM, Zack wrote: I placed my pre-order last night. I have to say, I am really excited, I checked out DLG's website and his stuff is awesome. I can't wait to see what he has done for Riv. Anyone else pre-order? 20 bucks is pretty much free for a quality poster. http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/pr6.htm -- 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/-/-_36Cby7m_IJ. 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. -- 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.
[RBW] FS: 52cm Bombadil or trade for 58cm 650b Saluki/Hilsen
Hello all. I have for sale or trade my wonderful 52cm single top tube lawyer lips Waterford built 650b Bombadil, Hunquapillar Grey color w. cream accents. The bike has very few miles on it, mostly local flat trails. It is not being ridden and needs to find a new home. I paid $2,200 w. the custom Hunq color last year from Riv. I'm in the market for a 58cm 650b Saluki/Hilsen sidepull brakes.So I'm open for partial or full trades. I have alot of the parts for the Bombadil also. White Industries Mountain VBC crankset 44/28, Phil Wood Velocity 7 speed freewheel rear wheel w. suntour freewheel etc. This is a wonderful frame It is just not being ridden.Inquires contact me offlist. Thanks Hobie -- You received 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: New (to me) Berthoud Rack
This Berthoud exists for one reason, and cost/practicality ain't it: It's a lovely trunk-type bag for bikes without saddle loops or racks. It's not the most cost-effective, and won't take a touring load for overnight campouts. I like them because they look beautiful on the loopless/rackless bikes I mounted them on, and carry the types of loads I generally carry on bicycles. Joe Bernard Vallejo, CA. On Tuesday, June 12, 2012 7:40:28 AM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote: +1 for the SQR. I've owned (and sold!) a number of them and it is a very effective and reasonably priced device. It is limited to 10 kg, but I daresay that the Berthoud device won't hold any more -- nor would you want it to, with the load cantilevered out so far from the saddle. The SQR holds the load closer in while keeping the bag off of your legs. On Tue, Jun 12, 2012 at 5:00 AM, Michael Hechmer mhech...@gmail.com wrote: The Carradice SQR does the same job in a much less obtrusive way. I don't think either designed would impact a a good nitto or similar post. On Monday, June 11, 2012 7:37:34 PM UTC-4, Peter M wrote: Just cruising around ebay doing some window shopping, came across this http://www.ebay.com/itm/GILLES-BERTHOUD-Rack-Mount-Saddlebag-GB604-Rivendell-Touring-Brevet-Bag-/160821528977?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0hash=item2571b5c991 This is a new one to me, looks like alot of stress on the seatpost to me if bag was really loaded but maybe I am wrong. I am sure this is not new but just the first time I have seen this type of setup. -- 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/-/g_KvfzhICYUJ. 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. -- Push back against the age as hard as it pushes against you. Flannery O'Connor - Patrick Moore, Albuquerque, NM, USA For professional resumes, contact Patrick Moore, ACRW http://resumespecialties.com/index.html - -- 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/-/ygoIZ_RJSdsJ. 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: Portland Riv-ish Ride
Sunday is a busy day on the Pedalpalooza calendar. The GP ride is on my short list though. Perhaps I'll put some list names with faces if I make it. --Andy On Monday, June 11, 2012 3:12:29 PM UTC-7, Allan in Portland wrote: Perusing the Pedalpalooza Calendar, looks like the Petersen-Style-Ride is this Sunday. http://www.shift2bikes.org/cal/viewpp2012.php#17-2994 *Equal parts Petersen-style Ride and Petersen Style-ride. Bring your lugged-steel, tweed, leather, and shellac... a rolling bike show with plenty of interesting discussion. Good natured curmudgeons gladly suffered. Grouchy know-it-alls dropped. 5 years running and still no lycra.* Not mentioned in the ad copy, there's typically an off-road bit or two. Nothing serious, but enough to make a useful low-pass filter in case any hipsters show up with tires skinnier than their jeans. For whatever reason, last year really had 'em out, causing the ride to detour along a stretch of active rail bed. A few years before that, it was the I-5 bridge across the Columbia. Half the fun is coming out to see whatever route the crazy ride leader has in store. Regards, -Allan On Monday, June 11, 2012 3:12:29 PM UTC-7, Allan in Portland wrote: Perusing the Pedalpalooza Calendar, looks like the Petersen-Style-Ride is this Sunday. http://www.shift2bikes.org/cal/viewpp2012.php#17-2994 *Equal parts Petersen-style Ride and Petersen Style-ride. Bring your lugged-steel, tweed, leather, and shellac... a rolling bike show with plenty of interesting discussion. Good natured curmudgeons gladly suffered. Grouchy know-it-alls dropped. 5 years running and still no lycra.* Not mentioned in the ad copy, there's typically an off-road bit or two. Nothing serious, but enough to make a useful low-pass filter in case any hipsters show up with tires skinnier than their jeans. For whatever reason, last year really had 'em out, causing the ride to detour along a stretch of active rail bed. A few years before that, it was the I-5 bridge across the Columbia. Half the fun is coming out to see whatever route the crazy ride leader has in store. Regards, -Allan -- 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/-/j_REkf1zXFIJ. 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: New (to me) Berthoud Rack
As Joe said, I use it on an old Ibis Mojo mountain bike with no braze-ons and no saddle loops. Works great. The rack and bag together are nearly $400 normally, which is awfully high. But Mike Kone at Boulder had a deal on the combo a while back for under $200, so I pulled thetrigger. I like it a lot; functional and very pretty bag, though the rack looks a little clumky installed.l From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Joe Bernard Sent: Tuesday, June 12, 2012 11:49 AM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: [RBW] Re: New (to me) Berthoud Rack This Berthoud exists for one reason, and cost/practicality ain't it: It's a lovely trunk-type bag for bikes without saddle loops or racks. It's not the most cost-effective, and won't take a touring load for overnight campouts. I like them because they look beautiful on the loopless/rackless bikes I mounted them on, and carry the types of loads I generally carry on bicycles. Joe Bernard Vallejo, CA. On Tuesday, June 12, 2012 7:40:28 AM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote: +1 for the SQR. I've owned (and sold!) a number of them and it is a very effective and reasonably priced device. It is limited to 10 kg, but I daresay that the Berthoud device won't hold any more -- nor would you want it to, with the load cantilevered out so far from the saddle. The SQR holds the load closer in while keeping the bag off of your legs. On Tue, Jun 12, 2012 at 5:00 AM, Michael Hechmer mhech...@gmail.commailto:mhech...@gmail.com wrote: The Carradice SQR does the same job in a much less obtrusive way. I don't think either designed would impact a a good nitto or similar post. On Monday, June 11, 2012 7:37:34 PM UTC-4, Peter M wrote: Just cruising around ebay doing some window shopping, came across this http://www.ebay.com/itm/GILLES-BERTHOUD-Rack-Mount-Saddlebag-GB604-Rivendell-Touring-Brevet-Bag-/160821528977?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0hash=item2571b5c991 This is a new one to me, looks like alot of stress on the seatpost to me if bag was really loaded but maybe I am wrong. I am sure this is not new but just the first time I have seen this type of setup. -- 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/-/g_KvfzhICYUJ. 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%2bunsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- Push back against the age as hard as it pushes against you. Flannery O'Connor - Patrick Moore, Albuquerque, NM, USA For professional resumes, contact Patrick Moore, ACRW http://resumespecialties.com/index.html - -- 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/-/ygoIZ_RJSdsJ. 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.
[RBW] Re: Katy Trail with Wife and Friend
Looks like a great trip. This post adds fuel to my campaign to get out on one of Oregon's Scenic Bikewayshttp://rideoregonride.com/inspiration/scenic-bikeways/ for a few days this summer. --Andy On Tuesday, June 12, 2012 7:08:17 AM UTC-7, Kelly wrote: Dawn and I just got back from a week along the Katy Trail in Missouri. I wanted to explore a bit so left on Friday and went to Lee Summit Missouri and then checked out the new connector (the parts that are finished) from Kansas City. I meandered with no particular place to go for a couple of days as the distance to meet my wife and friend in Sedalia was two comfortable days and I had 2 1/2. I enjoyed some gravel roads that are lacking in St Louis, and the freedom to just go one direction for a few hours and then change my mind and go someplace else. With limited vacation or time on these journeys it's difficult to get that truly free feeling. Tired of riding head winds, turn around and ride the other way today. However this quick trip to meet them at the train was close. Even with my meanderings I managed to get to Sedalia a day early. With rain coming in I chose a rehabbed historical motel that had the most comfortable bed I had ever slept in I think. I've ridden the Katy Trail several times, and mostly on my way home from someplace else. The times I've ridden just the Katy were to get it over with one could say with 85 and 107 mile days to get from Sedalia to St Charles fully loaded. This time we were going to enjoy it and see things. The first day was a comfortable 65 miles to one Katfish Kates along the river. We setup camp and had chili and hotdogs at the campsite. The next day we went and toured Columbia Missouri visiting bicycle shops and meeting a friend for lunch. The connector from Columbia to the trail is about 18 miles round trip plus whatever milage we did in town. Great day followed the next day by a trip into Jefferson City Missouri, were we visited the capital building and got to see / experience the new bike path and ramp to the hiway bridge. hard to explain... here is a photo of the ramp... http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/7167529573/in/set-72157630082138300 Last time I went into Jefferson City I was on the bridge with 50 mph traffic, no shoulder and a smile that I was still alive.. :) Another great day. Long story short the slowed pace and good company made for a fantastic trip. We visited and met many great people and saw some fun bikes. A gorgeous Thorn here .. http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/7352734118/in/set-72157630082138300 Finally saw one of the extra wheels in the wild. It appeared to be working great and the owner had many miles on it. here.. http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/7167526859/in/set-72157630082138300 This photo was at a hostel that we stopped at. It was too busy not to visit and see what was going on.As it turned out there was 4 groups of us that would start at different times and stop at different places but seemed to meet up during the last 3 days or so here and there. It was fun. When trying to get the ride over with or get someplace the Katy Trail can be monotonous and tiring. When making it up as you go and stopping to see, smell and experience things around you it is quite different. Not having an agenda and giving ourselves 4 days more than we needed to just ride it was great. We left Sedalia Mo on Monday and got to our homes on Friday. Dawn and I live about 18 miles from the trial head. So if you decide to ride this great trail system I recommend not over planning but making it up as you go with a general to do list. Be sure to get into the connecting cities at the very least Columbia, Jefferson City, Booneville and Herman, enjoy the brewery in Augusta and then meander on into St Charles. I generally ride it West to East as I like riding to home. *Here is the picture set on flickr* http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/sets/72157630082138300/with/7167526859/ I posted about a door jam bracket I used to mount a tubes lowrider rack on Dawns Atlantis. It worked great and may be the long term solution for future rides at this point. Here is her bike loaded down. She listened to me and I didn't listen to myself by putting the rain covers on the panniers. Hers thus stayed clean and mine were dirty and had to be cleaned when I got home. http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/7352739970/in/set-72157630082138300 Well sorry for the long post.. we had a great time though. July is the Denali Adventure with Adventure Cycling then the Allegheny / CO first week of October. There are four of us doing that now. We'll be riding to DC and be shuttled back to Pittsburg. If you would like to join us let me know. It will be self contained unsupported, and we'll probably be doing 45 to 55 miles per day. Later
RE: [RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Hoss saddlebag, $100 + shipping
Never doubted its attractiveness, Patrick, only your baggish consistency. -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of PATRICK MOORE Sent: Monday, June 11, 2012 6:03 PM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Hoss saddlebag, $100 + shipping I consider it my duty to the public good. Hah! Naysayers and scoffers! I've got an offer, both for trade and purchase! On Mon, Jun 11, 2012 at 3:49 PM, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery thill@gmail.com wrote: Patrick, on behalf of myself and my fellow middlemen in the bicycle business, I heartily thank you for the commerce that keeps us rich! On Monday, June 11, 2012 2:41:05 PM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote: Consistency is the hobgoblin of little minds, -- Someone wise. Yeah, and a year after I sell it I'll pay out $150 for another one. But now I want to finance the purchase of a Logo and Tara rack, since I sold those I had a couple of years ago. Commerce keeps the middleman rich. On Mon, Jun 11, 2012 at 12:52 PM, Liesl li...@smm.org wrote: Hey yeah, Patrick, I too thought you were keeping your Hoss til your dyin' days! What's the deal? Liesl Not-Givin'-Up-My-Adam-Neither in sunny minneapolis -- 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/-/YHhIHYKsQQ8J. 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. -- Push back against the age as hard as it pushes against you. Flannery O'Connor - Patrick Moore, Albuquerque, NM, USA For professional resumes, contact Patrick Moore, ACRW http://resumespecialties.com/index.html - -- 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/-/GAA18YJ-C0sJ. 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. -- Push back against the age as hard as it pushes against you. Flannery O'Connor - Patrick Moore, Albuquerque, NM, USA For professional resumes, contact Patrick Moore, ACRW http://resumespecialties.com/index.html - -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-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
Re: [RBW] Re: Bosco handlebar gets my feet numb
You guys! Thanks a bunch for the humorous comments. It is much encouraging and I'll do my best to produce more thoroughly educational films as time allows. This is a gd group! Keep safe, o On Mon, Jun 11, 2012 at 5:33 PM, Eric Platt epericmpl...@gmail.com wrote: Looked like it was perfectly safe to me. What could possibly be the worst that could happen?grin Maybe one could call it fake. No way any place would have bike paths that empty in summer! (After having a bad day, this made me smile.) Eric Platt St. Paul, MN On Mon, Jun 11, 2012 at 7:00 PM, Frank Brose fkbr...@gmail.com wrote: Isn't that dangerous with your shoes untied? On Jun 11, 3:16 am, Olivier Chetelat oli...@gmail.com wrote: Fantastic for the hands, decent for the feet. And there's a video to prove it: http://www.flickr.com/photos/olipop/7360864854/ Good Monday! Olivier -- You received 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. -- You received 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: Rivs meet in the wild
Yesterday afternoon I was riding my Atlantis home from work on the Burke-Gilman trail, and spotted a Hungapillar riding in the opposite direction. I had noticed his handlebars in the distance as he was approaching. They looked like the new Bosco bars, and thought how Rivish. Sure enough, as he rode by me, I got a glimpse of that unmistakeable Hunqa grey color scheme and downtube decal. I wonder if he noticed my Atlantis? -Steve DeMont Seattle On Monday, June 11, 2012 5:55:09 PM UTC-7, Steven Silbert wrote: Today I came back to my Hillborne, which was parked in front of Linnea's Cafe in San Luis Obispo, only to find that it had found a friend! A beautiful Atlantis was parked next to Samwise (My Hillborne)... The light blue contrasted with the creamy green was a sight to behold. The owner was waiting for me to arrive so he could meet the owner. I drooled over his Phil Wood built, 40-spoke wheels while he checked out the double top tubes. This whole experience leaves me wondering... does this happen with other bicycle companies? Is it OK for me to get so excited meeting another Rivendell in the wild? I mean it happens with surlys and other companies, but not quite to the same degree.. We talked for like 30 minutes about how much we liked our bikes. I guess what I'm trying to say is that it feels nice belonging to such a cool, tight-knit community of people. -- 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/-/vbF3uORNnIYJ. 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] Pressure Gauges: Facts? Opinions?
Recently my (several years-old) Accugage stopped holding its reading when I removed it from the valve. I emailed Accugage, and asked if this could be fixed. They responded promptly, and informed me that the gauge could be repaired, and that it would only cost $3 for return shipping. That's definitely good service, IMO. Date: Sun, 10 Jun 2012 14:06:08 -0700 From: garth...@gmail.com To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: [RBW] Pressure Gauges: Facts? Opinions? The Accugage one is about the best you're gonna find. I've tried various plastic one I thought were accurate and they were way off ! Myself, a battery operated gauge is a solution to problem that does not exist... yet creates it's own problem ! Brilliant marketing ! The batteries often drain even when it's not being used and then you go to use it and ... ooops. No gauge ! Some people like buying batteries though lol. I'd rather have a gauge that is not dependent on a battery. - The Topeak one http://tinyurl.com/87mf8rn is supposed to be pretty good. I have been looking at this analog one: http://tinyurl.com/7aubk6q -- 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/-/g9gUZYu_RokJ. 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] Fwd: Classic English-Style Rod Brake Roadster
Thought I would send this to group--thinning the herd a bit by selling off my English-style rod brake roadster (one of those Riv-Before-There-Was-A-Rivendell-ish bikes). Lugged steel, leather ... and rod brakes! http://sacramento.craigslist.org/bik/3073447768.html --Eric campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com www.wheelsnorth.org -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-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] Fwd: Classic English-Style Rod Brake Roadster
I covet one of those even though they are horrible to ride. IMO, the position copies that of the Pennyfar. The better Indian ones are decently made. On Tue, Jun 12, 2012 at 12:28 PM, Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com wrote: Thought I would send this to group--thinning the herd a bit by selling off my English-style rod brake roadster (one of those Riv-Before-There-Was-A-Rivendell-ish bikes). Lugged steel, leather ... and rod brakes! http://sacramento.craigslist.org/bik/3073447768.html --Eric campyonly...@me.com www.campyonly.com www.wheelsnorth.org -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-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. -- Push back against the age as hard as it pushes against you. Flannery O'Connor - Patrick Moore, Albuquerque, NM, USA For professional resumes, contact Patrick Moore, ACRW http://resumespecialties.com/index.html - -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-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] Pressure Gauges: Facts? Opinions?
Very good to hear, Mark! On Mon, Jun 11, 2012 at 11:22 AM, Mark Chandler gravelb...@hotmail.comwrote: Recently my (several years-old) Accugage stopped holding its reading when I removed it from the valve. I emailed Accugage, and asked if this could be fixed. They responded promptly, and informed me that the gauge could be repaired, and that it would only cost $3 for return shipping. That's definitely good service, IMO. -- Date: Sun, 10 Jun 2012 14:06:08 -0700 From: garth...@gmail.com To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: [RBW] Pressure Gauges: Facts? Opinions? The Accugage one is about the best you're gonna find. I've tried various plastic one I thought were accurate and they were way off ! Myself, a battery operated gauge is a solution to problem that does not exist... yet creates it's own problem ! Brilliant marketing ! The batteries often drain even when it's not being used and then you go to use it and ... ooops. No gauge ! Some people like buying batteries though lol. I'd rather have a gauge that is not dependent on a battery. - The Topeak one *http://tinyurl.com/87mf8rn* is supposed to be pretty good. I have been looking at this analog one: *http://tinyurl.com/7aubk6q* -- 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/-/g9gUZYu_RokJ. 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. -- Cheers, David Redlands, CA ** “I believe in an America where millions of Americans believe in an America that’s the America millions of Americans believe in. That’s the America I love.” -- You received 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: Bosco handlebar gets my feet numb
And the legend grows... http://surfmatters.blogspot.com/2012/06/olivier-chetelat.html :) :) :) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-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] Rivendell Rally Bay Area Edition Ride Recap
Thanks to Manny for fine ride leadership, and thanks to Manny and Jim for the pictures! Grant was at a table with a pile of books, and riders would go inside and talk to him for a little while, and then come back out and ogle bikes, and generally geek out on things like the cool dark blue painted Hilborne, or the anodized Eno cranks on the Simpleone. Some of us discussed a fixed-gear/SS ride so the QB's and Simpleone's can gather. Look for a posting soon, I hope. jim i generated the most watts mather wc ca On Tuesday, June 12, 2012 7:26:05 AM UTC-7, Cyclofiend Jim wrote: Thanks again Manny! That was a fine outing. Well met and well led. Since the pix I shot were in a different thread, here's the link - http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclofiend/sets/72157630037466675/ - Jim / cyclofiend.com -- 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/-/X3lqPjOChCMJ. 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: Bosco handlebar gets my feet numb
Oh my! Internet fame. Am I ready?? How's my hair? Oh my! On Tue, Jun 12, 2012 at 12:06 PM, Big Paulie pauldgr...@yahoo.com wrote: And the legend grows... http://surfmatters.blogspot.com/2012/06/olivier-chetelat.html :) :) :) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-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: Rivs meet in the wild
Among the gazillion bikes running around Boulder, i've seen exactly one Riv, an orange Hillborne that is parked at the Whole Foods store on Pearl. There just has to be more Jim in Boulder On Monday, June 11, 2012 6:55:09 PM UTC-6, Steven Silbert wrote: Today I came back to my Hillborne, which was parked in front of Linnea's Cafe in San Luis Obispo, only to find that it had found a friend! A beautiful Atlantis was parked next to Samwise (My Hillborne)... The light blue contrasted with the creamy green was a sight to behold. The owner was waiting for me to arrive so he could meet the owner. I drooled over his Phil Wood built, 40-spoke wheels while he checked out the double top tubes. This whole experience leaves me wondering... does this happen with other bicycle companies? Is it OK for me to get so excited meeting another Rivendell in the wild? I mean it happens with surlys and other companies, but not quite to the same degree.. We talked for like 30 minutes about how much we liked our bikes. I guess what I'm trying to say is that it feels nice belonging to such a cool, tight-knit community of people. -- 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/-/HYl8MCMHGsoJ. 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: The Poster
Ordered mine last night. How can you resist? Jim in Boulder On Tuesday, June 12, 2012 8:22:05 AM UTC-6, Zack wrote: I placed my pre-order last night. I have to say, I am really excited, I checked out DLG's website and his stuff is awesome. I can't wait to see what he has done for Riv. Anyone else pre-order? 20 bucks is pretty much free for a quality poster. http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/pr6.htm -- 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/-/B8Ba-Xfy7WYJ. 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] 56cm AHH FFHS Still For Sale
Ok, one last shot before it goes to fleabay, which I hate to do really but I have to pay over 2k for my daughter's summer camp so will be looking to sell this and a myriad of new stuff I have laying around too. My 56cm 650b AHH Frame, Fork, Headset and Brakes is up for sale, color is School Bus Yellow but it looks more to me like Creamsicle Orange. Frame obviously has room for Hetres and 52mm VO Zeppelins Serial number for those that keept track of those things is SA 226. It has all the rack fittings of the new Hilsens on the midfork and mid seat stay, one eyelet on the front fork, two on the back dropout. Has a kickstandplate, and cast in ridges on bottom bracket. A really top shelf example of a bike that is used but not abused or ridden hard. No damage, usual paint loss on eyelets, small scuff on seattube decal, overall in excellent shape, just begging to be ridden way more than I have been. Will include dia compe centerpulls and kookstop pads if buyer wants them. Bike really is beautiful and I have already gotten compliments on the few rides I have squeezed in. Looking for $1050 shipped to lower 48, paypal only. Link to Flikr page, I can take more pics if buyer wants. http://www.flickr.com/photos/67889635@N06/ -- You received 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: Rivs meet in the wild
I was on a bike tour in Wisconsin last summer, SAGBRAW, about 300 or so people. Don't recall the model (maybe Ram?) but several times I spotted an orange with cream head tube Rivendell, locked up at camp, etc. Finally on the last day I met the owner outside a store. There was also a Waterford on the tour. They are out there. dougP On Jun 12, 12:51 pm, Jim jamesfek...@gmail.com wrote: Among the gazillion bikes running around Boulder, i've seen exactly one Riv, an orange Hillborne that is parked at the Whole Foods store on Pearl. There just has to be more Jim in Boulder On Monday, June 11, 2012 6:55:09 PM UTC-6, Steven Silbert wrote: Today I came back to my Hillborne, which was parked in front of Linnea's Cafe in San Luis Obispo, only to find that it had found a friend! A beautiful Atlantis was parked next to Samwise (My Hillborne)... The light blue contrasted with the creamy green was a sight to behold. The owner was waiting for me to arrive so he could meet the owner. I drooled over his Phil Wood built, 40-spoke wheels while he checked out the double top tubes. This whole experience leaves me wondering... does this happen with other bicycle companies? Is it OK for me to get so excited meeting another Rivendell in the wild? I mean it happens with surlys and other companies, but not quite to the same degree.. We talked for like 30 minutes about how much we liked our bikes. I guess what I'm trying to say is that it feels nice belonging to such a cool, tight-knit community of people.- 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] T-shirts Galore (more Jon Grant prints and some Synaptic Ts)
Hi Everyone, We've added some new clothing to the online shop. We have more Jon Grant print Ts in more colors and I've added some Synaptic logowear as well. Prices include shipping! Take a look: http://shop.synapticcycles.com/?cat=36 Thanks, Joe Joe Bartoe Synaptic Cycles Bicycle Rentals, Inc. email: j...@synapticcycles.com website: www.synapticcycles.com Twitter: @synapticcycles phone: 949-374-6079 -- You received 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: Albatross OR Bosco
Hey all - I am considering getting a set of the bullmoosy boscos for my new-to-me Hunq. I have albatross bars on it now, which I like. Just wondering if anyone has swapped out the albatrosses for boscos, and what your thoughts/feelings/experience has been with the switch. (reviving this thread to get some real-world insight as the boscos are now in the wild) -- 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/-/vxRnFXMRPRgJ. 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: Albatross OR Bosco
I made this exact swap on my Big Dummy and have been meaning to snap some pics and post a report. The short of it is that for this bike/situation it was a definite improvement. That said I then swapped the noodles off of my AHH and replaced them with the displaced albas. I won't go so far as to say that was an improvement, 'cause I like them both differently, but it was a change that I'm enjoying. A couple details to mention about the Alba to Bosco conversion on my Big Dummy... I had been riding the albas on a stem riser for the past 1.5 years and recently ditched the riser in the name of smallering the bike Since the smallering I've been wanting a more upright/casual riding position I kept the same stem and have been liking the further back + higher grip position I find I spend a lot of time riding on the hump (the highest point of the bar when it's set up with the grips pointing slightly down) After some hemming and hawing I went with the 58cm Bocos and am glad. I'm 6'3 and I think the 55 would have felt too narrow after the 56 Albas. The Bosco is without a doubt a better bar for this situation. I'm 100% glad I made the swap. It fixes things about the fit of the bike that I wanted to correct. I'm not convinced I'd be as happy with the Bosco if I had put it on my AHH because there's nothing lacking on the current set up. I don't know that I'd make the Alba-Bosco swap to out of curiosity. They're entirely different bars. If you're thinking you want a more upright position, go the way of the Bosco. If you love your Albas keep 'em. hope this helps. --Andy On Tuesday, June 12, 2012 4:52:04 PM UTC-7, Zack wrote: Hey all - I am considering getting a set of the bullmoosy boscos for my new-to-me Hunq. I have albatross bars on it now, which I like. Just wondering if anyone has swapped out the albatrosses for boscos, and what your thoughts/feelings/experience has been with the switch. (reviving this thread to get some real-world insight as the boscos are now in the wild) -- 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/-/tyQJ_fH13b8J. 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: Rivs meet in the wild
Hi Jim- Briefly delurking to say that Deb and I have seen a few Rivs in Boulder. Besides our white Roadeos (red blue trim), there's an Atlantis I frequently see at University Bikes, an orange Quickbeam, an old Road Standard, and that orange Hillborne at WF. Deb says we never park ours because we're usually riding them. We ride Cherryvale road very frequently, from 55th and Arapahoe out to Superior and back. What are you riding? I probably should remember from your posts but I don't. If I see you, I'll try to flag you down, :-). We have two other Rivs, an Atlantis (mine) and a burgundy Heron. Doug and Debbie Boulder, CO On 6/12/12 1:51 PM, Jim wrote: Among the gazillion bikes running around Boulder, i've seen exactly one Riv, an orange Hillborne that is parked at the Whole Foods store on Pearl. There just has to be more Jim in Boulder On Monday, June 11, 2012 6:55:09 PM UTC-6, Steven Silbert wrote: Today I came back to my Hillborne, which was parked in front of Linnea's Cafe in San Luis Obispo, only to find that it had found a friend! A beautiful Atlantis was parked next to Samwise (My Hillborne)... The light blue contrasted with the creamy green was a sight to behold. The owner was waiting for me to arrive so he could meet the owner. I drooled over his Phil Wood built, 40-spoke wheels while he checked out the double top tubes. This whole experience leaves me wondering... does this happen with other bicycle companies? Is it OK for me to get so excited meeting another Rivendell in the wild? I mean it happens with surlys and other companies, but not quite to the same degree.. We talked for like 30 minutes about how much we liked our bikes. I guess what I'm trying to say is that it feels nice belonging to such a cool, tight-knit community of people. -- 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/-/HYl8MCMHGsoJ. 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: Rivs meet in the wild
I saw a Romulus at a Kiwanis bike ride in Southern Illinois this past weekend, I was on my Sam Hillborne. Of course we talked a little about bikes. That Rom was way, way cool. I had my bike stripped down with no bags or racks because I wanted to try and ride a bit quicker and lighter, which I did. I had a great ride. I was also trying out some new tires 650bx32 Hutchinsons from Compass cycles which performed very well. The Romulus owner had a couple of racks and a nice dyno front wheel and lighting setup, plus what looked like a stuffed tiger tied on his handlebars. Very cool bike. I wish I got his name. On Monday, June 11, 2012 7:55:09 PM UTC-5, Steven Silbert wrote: Today I came back to my Hillborne, which was parked in front of Linnea's Cafe in San Luis Obispo, only to find that it had found a friend! A beautiful Atlantis was parked next to Samwise (My Hillborne)... The light blue contrasted with the creamy green was a sight to behold. The owner was waiting for me to arrive so he could meet the owner. I drooled over his Phil Wood built, 40-spoke wheels while he checked out the double top tubes. This whole experience leaves me wondering... does this happen with other bicycle companies? Is it OK for me to get so excited meeting another Rivendell in the wild? I mean it happens with surlys and other companies, but not quite to the same degree.. We talked for like 30 minutes about how much we liked our bikes. I guess what I'm trying to say is that it feels nice belonging to such a cool, tight-knit community of people. -- 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/-/_u05L68AmPQJ. 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: 52cm Silver Quickbeam for sale in Sacramento
It's missing the blue panel decal on the seattube. Is there any decal there at all? Joe Bernard Vallejo, CA. On Tuesday, June 12, 2012 12:51:48 PM UTC-7, Rick Houston wrote: Wife bought a Betty Foy, and we need to finally put it together; in order to make that happen, we're selling Mabel, her beloved Quickbeam. Very low miles, only 6 made in this size. Brooks saddle and Nitto racks removed. $800. -- 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/-/MQgmLXcLsGAJ. 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: Albatross OR Bosco
I use both Bosco and Albatross regularly. Bosco is wider. Seems more open. Seems somewhat more flexy. Accommodates BarSack rack more easily. Extra rise is noticeable. Vast open space up front for stretching out. Albatross feels stiffer. 2 or 3cm narrower is noticeable. Has less space for stretching out but the grip is more comfortable when I do it; the curves are great. I have my Albatross on a nearly max'd out Tallux 10cm. I'm tonight mounting my Bosco on a 12cm Tallux (which won't be near max'd out); the Bosco came back towards me more. Both my Alba and Bosco are HT Al and on otherwise virtually identical Hillbornes. I can't imagine the Bosco-moose will be even slightly flexy. Personally, liking my bars high like I do, I woiuldn't enjoy the Bosco-moose as much as the Alba. But I like my Bosco and my Albatross bars both very well indeed. Bosco feels more expansive. Alba gets edge on comfort and, frankly, beauty. Slight edge. And the Bosco's look is growing on me. 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/-/RfPJIb96jgcJ. 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: 52cm Silver Quickbeam for sale in Sacramento
My matching 64cm never had one, and my wife wanted the bikes to match, so we took it off. On Tuesday, June 12, 2012 6:58:38 PM UTC-7, Joe Bernard wrote: It's missing the blue panel decal on the seattube. Is there any decal there at all? Joe Bernard Vallejo, CA. On Tuesday, June 12, 2012 12:51:48 PM UTC-7, Rick Houston wrote: Wife bought a Betty Foy, and we need to finally put it together; in order to make that happen, we're selling Mabel, her beloved Quickbeam. Very low miles, only 6 made in this size. Brooks saddle and Nitto racks removed. $800. -- 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/-/68bhy-d_OF4J. 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] seized bottom bracket cup
Thanks for y'alls advice and concern and general hand holding. We got bold and cracked it, figuratively speaking, with the help of four arms and a torque wrench ( the hardest part, as Jim and others indicated, is keeping the tool from slipping outta the cup and figuring out how to keep the frame from flexing and squirming _ it doesn't work if you try to do it while the bike's in the repair stand).The new cartridge cups screwed on like a charm, so there was no damage to the (very English!) thread.It appears the old cartridge had *literally* been cracked long before we loosed it and that was evidently the cause of the failed cartridge. I've heard of cracked cups, but have never seen yjr cartridge housing itself cracked. Strange. But the Saluki rides better than it has ridden in months. Glad to be back in the saddle again. Even better, I had an excuse to commute (18 miles round trip) on my wife's Betty Foy for a week, ladies short nose wide seated springy saddle and all. Thought I would hate it. But I think I might do it again just for the fun of it. On Tuesday, June 12, 2012 9:29:33 AM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote: Maybe Rivendell snuck in French or Swiss threading? Both have different thread pitch and French RH cups thread in clockwise, not counter-clockwise. Or no, that's Swiss; French have different threads but thread in like English ones. Or no, that's French. Or not. Seriously, my erstwhile and Eric Norris's present Motobecane has French threads. Or Swiss -- never did figure it out, just had the LBS get the right cups from Phil. More seriously yet! I've applied huge amounts of torque to RH cups on steel frames and never had a problem as long as (1) the cup was not cross-threaded and (2) I carefully secured the jaws of the clamping device (I run an old front QR through the axle with huge washers at either end). Please God your mechanic hasn't cross threaded the cup. On Mon, Jun 11, 2012 at 6:29 PM, MobileBill wrote: Hey I think I've heard all the tricks for removing, and will problably be seeking an appropriately long pipe tomorrow, but I'd like your thoughts: Is it likely that I could damage the frame of my Saluki or the bottom bracket threads just by applying more leverage in an attempt to free the seized drive side cup? I hear the carbon and aluminum guys fretting about such things, but what are the chances with steel? If threads get stripped in the process, can they be re-chased in a reliable way? THe left side came off easily, but the drive side has proved tougher. I doubt soaking in oil will help, since the threads were only recently greased. It appears that the drive side really got torqued up a few weeks ago by a mechanic, who was hoping to take some play out of the cranks. But it seems the play REALLY was a faulty or failing cartridge, so now I need to remove and replace. Damn. I'm ready to get back on this bike, but don't want to mess it 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/-/PXQOSaSYedkJ. 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. -- Push back against the age as hard as it pushes against you. Flannery O'Connor - Patrick Moore, Albuquerque, NM, USA For professional resumes, contact Patrick Moore, ACRW http://resumespecialties.com/index.html - -- 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/-/YdJGV5f3fAIJ. 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 Rally Bay Area Edition Ride Recap
That was my first free weekend in quite a while. Very good day. Thank you for the great ride Manny. Here are a few more pictures. I left the camera at home so I used the phone. http://www.flickr.com/photos/wrebb/7182102849/in/set-72157630116192320/ Regards, Ray On Jun 11, 9:14 pm, Manuel Acosta manueljohnaco...@hotmail.com wrote: Fun day. Grant's book signing at the Warming Hut was greeted by amazing weather and amazing bikes with amazing people. Glad I got to drag Grant along on this trip. It's kinda hard to plan a ride like this for people I don't know. So I figured I would just do a ride and if people wanted to follow that would be great. I already knew I didn't want to ride Tam that day. Despite the nice weather along the coast I knew riding more inland it would get uncomfortable or even down right miserable. At any point no ride should be like that. Unless you want it to be. And for this nice day with these great people it didn't seem like it was really necessary to go on a epic river crossing ride. (not like there is any epic river crossing around San Francisco) or dry dirt hill climbing. Opt for a tourist route of seeing the best of San Francisco. Riding over the bridgeinto Marin Headlands By some beachUp some hill with bunkers back over the bridge. Most of the route was kinda made up on the spot. Thanks for everyone that followed me (err dealt with my lack of route making skills). After we got over the bridge some people branched off to do their own thing including Grant himself. Kinda made me nervous about him getting back to Bart when he asked the question, I can get to Bart by going this way right? I'm pretty sure he made it to Bart. The ride continued passed the bridge pass Robin William's house pass the Legion of Honor down some stairs pass Ocean's Beach into Golden Gate Park. Here the ride finished with Ice cream in the park. Fun ride amazing people, great looking day. Thanks to everyone that came out. Oh yea thanks to Grant for make a book about bike riding, then having a book signing for the book about bike riding, then coming along for the bike ride after the book signing for his book about bike riding. Pictures proved that it happened: http://flic.kr/s/aHsjzQkRRP -Manny I think it's a right, maybe it was a left. Acosta -- You received 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: Bosco handlebar gets my feet numb
I just got around to watching this a few minutes ago. Love it! Seems very Rivish in production. --mike On Jun 11, 1:16 am, Olivier Chetelat oli...@gmail.com wrote: Fantastic for the hands, decent for the feet. And there's a video to prove it:http://www.flickr.com/photos/olipop/7360864854/ Good Monday! Olivier -- You received 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: Portland Riv-ish Ride
I'll be working this Sunday so won't be able to make it. Yet another Portland Rivish even that I'll miss. One of these days everything will align... --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: Albatross OR Bosco
Hey Andy, please get pictures of your Hilsen with Albatross bars on it. Just sorta curious how it looks. I'm giving serious thought to trying them out on my own Hilsen a little later this summer. I feel like I have enough bikes with with drop bars on them. --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.
