[RBW] Re: Geared bike, most like Simple One?
There's no reason you couldn't use your Atlantis for that. It sounds like you are really looking for similar position more than a frame spec, and there's nothing about the Atlantis that would prevent that. Going way back to the early printed flyers for the Atlantis, page 2 shows what I think you are talking about: http://cyclofiend.com/rbw/atlantis/atlflyer/02.html The other difference would be wheel size, as I assume you are running a 26/559. But, especially if you are going to end up carrying 1.5X amount of gear, you probably want the stouter frame of the Atlantis. If you are needing a third Rivendell, then the Hunqapillar is worth a ride. - Jim -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Suntour is back says it's keeping it real w/ old skool ideology
Y'know what I'd love to see? Non-ramped rear sprockets. Just like on the old freewheels we used to get, but set on a carrier so they would fit on current freehubs. Steel? Sure, if that is easier, but aluminum is fine if the teeth were longer. 8 sprockets or even 9, so the size would be right. Really, I'm talking about the KlunkyShift™ cassette I mentioned in the AHH drivetrain thread. If we're using a manual shifting setup, there's no reason why we need index-compatible sprockets. But, I'm not real keen on going back to the narrow bearing spacing from the freewheel days. (Bent waaay too many axles back then.) Ok... clearly I'm an outlier. - Jim / cyclofiend.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Geared bike, most like Simple One?
559's are a great size for touring. However, if you are particularly happy with the Simple One, it would be worth considering building up another with the Rohloff. This Quickbeam belongs to Alex Wetmore http://www.phred.org/~alex/pictures/bikes/quickbeam/rohloff/ That is almost a perfect a perfect bicycle. Of course, finding another Simple One might present a challenge. On Sunday, April 14, 2013 10:30:49 PM UTC-6, allenmichael wrote: I have a 56 Atlantis and a 58 Simple One. The Simple One is the most comfortable bike I have ever ridden, but I would like to have a bike I can use for touring (and touring will likely mean carrying my things and 1/2 or more for my wife). Can anyone suggest what Rivendell with gears will come closest to the Simple One and permit me (160 lbs) to carry a good deal of weight on occasion)? I have the Simple One set up with Dove bars and a 7 or 8 mm stem, large saddlesack in the rear and a Riv High-Rider front rack with a basket in front. I ride this most days on a 6-7 mile ride each way across San Francisco from the ocean to near downtown. I've tried the Atlantis with Noodles and a flat bar (Nitto Torsion); I haven't yet tried it with Albatross bars or a Bosco, but I do own one of each, and this will probably be my next experiment. I also have a Rohloff hub that I have considered putting on the Simple One, but I'm not sure of the carrying capacity of the Simple One, and Simple 14 just doesn't sound the same. I have also ridden my wife's 52 Alba, Hillborne, and while it is too small, the ride is pretty comfortable. Will this be as easy as trying upright bars on the Atlantis? Thanks in advance, Michael Allen -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Geared bike, most like Simple One?
Yes. That easy. :) Atlantis is the bike for the job. Put something upright on it and get the position you want. Another route, if you are married to the idea of drop bars is to install them on a nitto dirt drop stem and get them high above the saddle. On Apr 14, 2013, at 9:30 PM, allenmichael allenmich...@mac.com wrote: I have a 56 Atlantis and a 58 Simple One. The Simple One is the most comfortable bike I have ever ridden, but I would like to have a bike I can use for touring (and touring will likely mean carrying my things and 1/2 or more for my wife). Can anyone suggest what Rivendell with gears will come closest to the Simple One and permit me (160 lbs) to carry a good deal of weight on occasion)? I have the Simple One set up with Dove bars and a 7 or 8 mm stem, large saddlesack in the rear and a Riv High-Rider front rack with a basket in front. I ride this most days on a 6-7 mile ride each way across San Francisco from the ocean to near downtown. I've tried the Atlantis with Noodles and a flat bar (Nitto Torsion); I haven't yet tried it with Albatross bars or a Bosco, but I do own one of each, and this will probably be my next experiment. I also have a Rohloff hub that I have considered putting on the Simple One, but I'm not sure of the carrying capacity of the Simple One, and Simple 14 just doesn't sound the same. I have also ridden my wife's 52 Alba, Hillborne, and while it is too small, the ride is pretty comfortable. Will this be as easy as trying upright bars on the Atlantis? Thanks in advance, Michael Allen -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Geared bike, most like Simple One?
I don't know this from personal experience, but my understanding is that the Quickbeam/SimpleOne bikes are more like the Rom/Ram/Roadeo lightish-tubing/steeper-angles road bikes, and the Atlantis is a stouter touring bike. The fact that you own both and are leaning towards another Riv tells me you've noticed this. I suspect you would be happy with the ride and carrying capacity of an AHH. Joe go ahead, buy a new bike Bernard Vallejo, CA. On Sunday, April 14, 2013 9:30:49 PM UTC-7, allenmichael wrote: I have a 56 Atlantis and a 58 Simple One. The Simple One is the most comfortable bike I have ever ridden, but I would like to have a bike I can use for touring (and touring will likely mean carrying my things and 1/2 or more for my wife). Can anyone suggest what Rivendell with gears will come closest to the Simple One and permit me (160 lbs) to carry a good deal of weight on occasion)? I have the Simple One set up with Dove bars and a 7 or 8 mm stem, large saddlesack in the rear and a Riv High-Rider front rack with a basket in front. I ride this most days on a 6-7 mile ride each way across San Francisco from the ocean to near downtown. I've tried the Atlantis with Noodles and a flat bar (Nitto Torsion); I haven't yet tried it with Albatross bars or a Bosco, but I do own one of each, and this will probably be my next experiment. I also have a Rohloff hub that I have considered putting on the Simple One, but I'm not sure of the carrying capacity of the Simple One, and Simple 14 just doesn't sound the same. I have also ridden my wife's 52 Alba, Hillborne, and while it is too small, the ride is pretty comfortable. Will this be as easy as trying upright bars on the Atlantis? Thanks in advance, Michael Allen -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Ram: loaded; Parigi-Roubaix tires; dt shifters: trade?
??? I assume that you mean that the photos appear upside down when you opened them. Can't say why that is; they open normally for me and apparently for others. On Sun, Apr 14, 2013 at 10:44 PM, Jay in Tel Aviv jayin...@gmail.comwrote: Patrick, Your Ram is upside down. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Ram: loaded; Parigi-Roubaix tires; dt shifters: trade?
Thank you. The blue is very pretty and has grown on me. I rather like the relatively minimalist build. On Sun, Apr 14, 2013 at 11:28 PM, Michael john11.2...@gmail.com wrote: That Rambouillet is one pretty bike. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- http://resumespecialties.com/index.html patrickmo...@resumespecialties.com __ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Rear rack advice/suggestions
Heck, they make Tubus racks look extravagant! $30 and lifetime guarantee for 150 lb load limit. Must look into Axiom more closely. I do like the Fly for its minimalist profile; but only 40 lb and 10 years. On Sun, Apr 14, 2013 at 10:34 PM, Jay in Tel Aviv jayin...@gmail.comwrote: Not relevant to the OP, but I have been wondering for a while why people usually go for high end racks like Nitto and Tubus. I Axiom rack on my Sam seems perfect to me for just about anything. I generally use it for commuting, which is no big strain, but I have also used it for self supported touring and the occasional grocery run. It's this one: http://www.axiomgear.com/products/gear/racks/journey-series/journey/ $30 and it's rated for something like 150 lbs. Haven't tested that and don't intend to, but I have never had any problems with this rack. Just wondering. Jay On Monday, April 15, 2013 4:25:42 AM UTC+3, Andy Smitty Schmidt wrote: Hey Norm, I have the Nitto BBR from Riv (both sizes)... you're welcome to check them out in person. I also have a black Tubus Cargo... the silver one Rene is selling. It's not as nice (finish) or beefy (size robust construction) as the Nitto, but it's a great rack. My Arkel Panniers fit better on the Tubus, so I go that route on my Homer for camping. http://www.flickr.com/photos/15966859@N07/793762/ The Nitto is a bigger and more stable platform for my home made kid seathttp://www.flickr.com/photos/15966859@N07/6812051114/, so that's what the Nitto BBRs get used for on both my and the wife's bike. You're welcome to come look at any or all of it. Let me know off list if you do. --Smitty On Monday, April 8, 2013 6:46:11 PM UTC-7, Norman Bone wrote: Looking for a nice silver rear rack for my A/R. Something that can take panniers. I was looking at this one at Riv (Nitto Big Back Rack): http://www.rivbike.com/**product-p/r4.htmhttp://www.rivbike.com/product-p/r4.htm. Anyone have experience with it? Any other silver racks I should be looking at? -Norman in PDX -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- http://resumespecialties.com/index.html patrickmo...@resumespecialties.com __ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Ram: loaded; Parigi-Roubaix tires; dt shifters: trade?
Yes, the pics are upside down on both my computer and my phone. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] New Bike Fitting System
As someone who a bit over a year ago was returning to the cycling world after over a decade away, I was aware of how poor fit was. I'd tried to be fit at an LBS. Failure. Then I bumbled into Grant's site and was blown away by the simplicity and confidence. One measurement and we will fit you. Period. In talking with him, he also suggested I go up a size for my Hunqa. Glad I did. Most comfortable bike I've ever ridden, and that includes the recumbent Greenspeed I rode for a few years. With abandon, Patrick On Sunday, April 14, 2013 9:06:27 PM UTC-6, hsmitham wrote: First as it seems often as soon as I post a reply to a topic such as this with many posts it will soon be over! So for those that are over this topic heere we go! Mike wish that sticker was a button, I' d pin em every where, everyone else, bike fit is important but not the expensive variety. I've had the expensive fit system, so has my Brother and I can assure you that it did not get us much further along then we would have gotten had we just did some thinking about the feedback we got from our bodies. I went with a Hilsen and at Riv's suggestion went up in size. No neck pain or back pain! I am still dialing in seat height but I'm close. It always seem interesting to me how we get caught up in figuring that an expensive computer fit system will some how be the end all, if someone is charging that much then it's gotta work better! My experience is to the contrary. Hope you all have good pain free riding. Hugh Sunland, CA On Friday, April 12, 2013 7:51:03 AM UTC-7, Mike wrote: In the words of Stevil, one of my favorite blogging cyclist, My 100% not giving a s$t beats your 8% faster. Get the sticker here: http://market.allhailtheblackmarket.com/market/index.php?main_page=product_infocPath=2products_id=79 --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Rear rack advice/suggestions
For a no nonsense, decent looking, best bang for the buck rack, I like the Topeak Explorer. For a higher quality rack, I prefer anything from Tubus. Nitto is fine, if you don't mind paying the huge premium for currency exchange. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Rear rack advice/suggestions
I also have a black Tubus Cargo... the silver one Rene is selling. It's not as nice (finish) or beefy (size robust construction) as the Nitto, but it's a great rack. The Nitto is beefy but not necessarily more robust than the Tubus. The Tubus Cargo is an excellent design that uses proven structural features to ensure strength. Likewise Bruce Gordon's racks. The Nitto is more about being big - but certainly lovely to look at nonetheless. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Ram: loaded; Parigi-Roubaix tires; dt shifters: trade?
Seems like a google (partial) mobile glitch. On my iPad, the attached thumbnails are upside down but when I click to enlarge, they're right side up. Perry -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: New AHH build drivetrain problem
Submitted for your consideration: a crunchy drivetrain problem on my new Hilsen build. Hey, what about some pictures? :) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: New AHH build drivetrain problem
Just to clarify my earlier comment: There's wiggle which is pretty minor, and most moving parts have some. Okay, that must be what I'm detecting. Thanks for all the suggested solutions, and thanks to the op for asking the question in the first place. I'm going to work my way through the suggestions offered in this thread to see if I can make my Riv enjoyable to ride again. I replaced the cassette and chain at the end of last season, but that didn't stop the ghost shifting. So I'll try replacing all the chain rings and see if that solves the problem. Then I'll have to see about overhauling my XT rear hub. I've never done any hub work, and similar to the op hubs seem scary to me, but I guess I need to get over it and get some tools and get to work. Another data point for the op: I tried the Silver shifters, but I couldn't get them to work. Although the shifters felt silky smooth, they slipped like crazy. I even got some of the recommended beeswax, but that didn't help at all, so I put some indexed Shimano Dura Ace bar end shifters back on. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Geared bike, most like Simple One?
And just to echo Joe's comment, as an AHH/Quickbeam owner, I wouldn't hesitate to load the HIlsen. And I've got them set up as Identical Cousins - very similar in ride. It's a tough balance to have a spry, snappy, simple bike and have it behave well when loaded. - Jim -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: New AHH build drivetrain problem
Not to be that guy but this is why I went to IGH and single speeds about 10 years ago. Yes it is heavier and less gears but once it is set up there is no ghost shifting, crunching, mis-matched gears or anything like that. I ride IGH and single speeds since after decades of dealing with chain/sprocket issues it was nice to have one less thing to worry about. On Mon, Apr 15, 2013 at 2:13 AM, samh rbwown...@yahoo.com wrote: Submitted for your consideration: a crunchy drivetrain problem on my new Hilsen build. Hey, what about some pictures? :) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] 61cm canti rom in SF-area cl
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/bik/3744149782.html not mine nor any relation but holy crap I would snap it up in a moment if it were closer to me. -sv -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
RE: [RBW] 61cm canti rom in SF-area cl
No kidding - that's a nice deal for sure. From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Seth Vidal Sent: Monday, April 15, 2013 11:27 AM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] 61cm canti rom in SF-area cl http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/bik/3744149782.html not mine nor any relation but holy crap I would snap it up in a moment if it were closer to me. -sv -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.commailto:rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.commailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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 unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Ram: loaded; Parigi-Roubaix tires; dt shifters: trade?
On Sun, 2013-04-14 at 14:00 -0600, PATRICK MOORE wrote: 2. Thanks to Tom Allingham of this list for a pair of almost new Challenge Parigi Roubaix tires to replace the Kojaks from the Fargo. What nice tires! First, the feel: they are big, but they are soft and fluffy. So to speak. Second, how round they are! Third, pump them hard -- they still feel softer over bumps than the wider, softer Kojaks -- and have none of the squirm that the Kojaks show when slightly underinflated. I haven't ridden them enough, or found the ideal pressure, to decide if they are faster than the Kojaks, but they lack that almost indefinable feeling that something is holding you back -- which the Kojaks exhibited on the Ram but, oddly, not on the Fargo or (another pair, 559X1.35, wire bead) on the '03 Riv. Again, first impressions. The ride of the Parigi Roubaix is sublime. Pavement cracks magically disappear. It's uncanny. However, the tire is a Janus. There is another face, darkly evil: the tires flat every 300 miles, in my experience. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
RE: [RBW] Ram: loaded; Parigi-Roubaix tires; dt shifters: trade?
That was my son Sam's experience with the Parigi Roubaix tires on his Quickbeam, but he chalked it up to the debris strewn West Philadelphia roads. -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Steve Palincsar Sent: Monday, April 15, 2013 11:37 AM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: [RBW] Ram: loaded; Parigi-Roubaix tires; dt shifters: trade? On Sun, 2013-04-14 at 14:00 -0600, PATRICK MOORE wrote: 2. Thanks to Tom Allingham of this list for a pair of almost new Challenge Parigi Roubaix tires to replace the Kojaks from the Fargo. What nice tires! First, the feel: they are big, but they are soft and fluffy. So to speak. Second, how round they are! Third, pump them hard -- they still feel softer over bumps than the wider, softer Kojaks -- and have none of the squirm that the Kojaks show when slightly underinflated. I haven't ridden them enough, or found the ideal pressure, to decide if they are faster than the Kojaks, but they lack that almost indefinable feeling that something is holding you back -- which the Kojaks exhibited on the Ram but, oddly, not on the Fargo or (another pair, 559X1.35, wire bead) on the '03 Riv. Again, first impressions. The ride of the Parigi Roubaix is sublime. Pavement cracks magically disappear. It's uncanny. However, the tire is a Janus. There is another face, darkly evil: the tires flat every 300 miles, in my experience. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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 unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Suntour is back says it's keeping it real w/ old skool ideology
The bearings spacing on most cassette hubs is no different from that of a freewheel hub. With the exception of Shimano and Mavic and a few small makers, all freehubs have the hub bearings under the flanges, more or less. As long as the axle is properly designed, that is not a problem. The problem with most freewheel hubs were the thin axles. They were designed for 4-speed and 115 mm spacing. With that short overhang, no problem. Then they added another 5 mm on the drive-side for 5-speed, and it was getting marginal. Then they added another 6 mm to use 6-speed, and the design no longer worked. They now had more than twice the lever as before, yet kept the diameter of the axle the same. It's surprising that it worked as well as it did! Adding grooves in the axle on both sides made the problem worse. (Who needs to adjust their hub on both sides? Maxi put the grooves on the non-drive side only, so you adjusted only that side.) There are plenty of freewheel hubs that don't break axles. Don't conclude from a poor execution that the entire concept is flawed. Cassette hubs have their own design problems. The biggest one is that the bearings under the cassette have to be relatively small. Jan Heine Editor Bicycle Quarterly http://www.bikequarterly.com Follow our blog at http://janheine.wordpress.com/ On Sunday, April 14, 2013 11:22:59 PM UTC-7, Cyclofiend Jim wrote: But, I'm not real keen on going back to the narrow bearing spacing from the freewheel days. (Bent waaay too many axles back then.) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Geared bike, most like Simple One?
Joe - I seem to remember the SimpleOne having stouter tubing than the Quickbeam - 9/6/9 (Hillborne, Atlantis, etc.) as opposed to 8/5/8 (Hilsen, etc.) Bryan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Suntour is back says it's keeping it real w/ old skool ideology
On Sat, 2013-04-13 at 17:32 -0700, Matthew J wrote: Kind of afraid this would be the case, Jan. I have a private horde of 7 Suntour Winner Pros. Fortunately Winner Pro were so well made, and now, thanks to a tip from Patrick, I found someone who is much more adept than I rebuilding freewheels, mine should outlive me. But where do you get the replacement sprockets? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Geared bike, most like Simple One?
+1. I'd suspect that precisely the characteristics that give the SO/QB their qualities will make them a poor tourer. Secondy, the Atlantis is widely considered one of the nicest loaded-touring frames ever. If I already had an Atlantis I can't imagine I'd be looking for a different bike to go touring with! However, if it really is all about fit, and not some much about ineffable ride qualities then you should be able to get your Atlantis to match your SO fit prety closely. Worst case yo might have to trade someone your 56 for the next size up to get a perfect match... -Pete in CT On Monday, April 15, 2013 10:58:10 AM UTC-4, Cyclofiend Jim wrote: And just to echo Joe's comment, as an AHH/Quickbeam owner, I wouldn't hesitate to load the HIlsen. And I've got them set up as Identical Cousins - very similar in ride. It's a tough balance to have a spry, snappy, simple bike and have it behave well when loaded. - Jim -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Ram: loaded; Parigi-Roubaix tires; dt shifters: trade?
Flat every 300 miles I WISH! Flat every 30 miles is closer to my reality! (It's not that bad, but several week is normal.) I buy my patches in boxes of 100. OTOH, I'd *much* rather fix frequent flats than ride a wooden tire. On Mon, Apr 15, 2013 at 9:36 AM, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote: On Sun, 2013-04-14 at 14:00 -0600, PATRICK MOORE wrote: 2. Thanks to Tom Allingham of this list for a pair of almost new Challenge Parigi Roubaix tires to replace the Kojaks from the Fargo. What nice tires! First, the feel: they are big, but they are soft and fluffy. So to speak. Second, how round they are! Third, pump them hard -- they still feel softer over bumps than the wider, softer Kojaks -- and have none of the squirm that the Kojaks show when slightly underinflated. I haven't ridden them enough, or found the ideal pressure, to decide if they are faster than the Kojaks, but they lack that almost indefinable feeling that something is holding you back -- which the Kojaks exhibited on the Ram but, oddly, not on the Fargo or (another pair, 559X1.35, wire bead) on the '03 Riv. Again, first impressions. The ride of the Parigi Roubaix is sublime. Pavement cracks magically disappear. It's uncanny. However, the tire is a Janus. There is another face, darkly evil: the tires flat every 300 miles, in my experience. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- http://resumespecialties.com/index.html patrickmo...@resumespecialties.com __ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Ram: loaded; Parigi-Roubaix tires; dt shifters: trade?
On Mon, 2013-04-15 at 10:03 -0600, PATRICK MOORE wrote: Flat every 300 miles I WISH! Flat every 30 miles is closer to my reality! (It's not that bad, but several week is normal.) I buy my patches in boxes of 100. Yes, but you live in goat head country. To paraphrase something from a movie I saw a snippet of the other day, if I owned goat head country and Hell I would live in Hell and rent out goat head country. 1 flat every 300 mi vs 0 flats in 1734 mi on the same bike and same roads with old style 32mm Paselas. And experience with several other bikes on the same rides/same roads confirms, this was no fluke. Several thousand on GB Cypres w/o flats on the same roads, several thousand w/Hetres on the same roads w/o flats. Even several thousand on same roads on Michelin Pro2Race 25s w/o flats. The Parigi Roubaix are the most flat-prone tires I've ever used. They also have a sublime ride. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
RE: [RBW] Re: Geared bike, most like Simple One?
You'd have to spread the rear of a QB or SimpleOne 15mm or so to get a Rohloff hub in there. From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of IanA Sent: Monday, April 15, 2013 2:51 AM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] Re: Geared bike, most like Simple One? 559's are a great size for touring. However, if you are particularly happy with the Simple One, it would be worth considering building up another with the Rohloff. This Quickbeam belongs to Alex Wetmore http://www.phred.org/~alex/pictures/bikes/quickbeam/rohloff/ That is almost a perfect a perfect bicycle. Of course, finding another Simple One might present a challenge. On Sunday, April 14, 2013 10:30:49 PM UTC-6, allenmichael wrote: I have a 56 Atlantis and a 58 Simple One. The Simple One is the most comfortable bike I have ever ridden, but I would like to have a bike I can use for touring (and touring will likely mean carrying my things and 1/2 or more for my wife). Can anyone suggest what Rivendell with gears will come closest to the Simple One and permit me (160 lbs) to carry a good deal of weight on occasion)? I have the Simple One set up with Dove bars and a 7 or 8 mm stem, large saddlesack in the rear and a Riv High-Rider front rack with a basket in front. I ride this most days on a 6-7 mile ride each way across San Francisco from the ocean to near downtown. I've tried the Atlantis with Noodles and a flat bar (Nitto Torsion); I haven't yet tried it with Albatross bars or a Bosco, but I do own one of each, and this will probably be my next experiment. I also have a Rohloff hub that I have considered putting on the Simple One, but I'm not sure of the carrying capacity of the Simple One, and Simple 14 just doesn't sound the same. I have also ridden my wife's 52 Alba, Hillborne, and while it is too small, the ride is pretty comfortable. Will this be as easy as trying upright bars on the Atlantis? Thanks in advance, Michael Allen -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.commailto:rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.commailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- 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 unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] New Riv owner -- this time, with pictures!
Score! Beautiful bike and a great story. I love a good CL find. On Mon, Apr 15, 2013 at 11:56 AM, Tim Gavin tim.ga...@littlevillagemag.comwrote: I bought a '97 Rivendell Road last week. I discovered Rivendell a couple years ago, and though I identified with Grant and his Rivendell ethos, I never imagined I could own one of these beautiful--and expensive--machines. I figured the closest I'd get would be a refitted old lug frame, or a Surly. I like to cruise the local bike ads on Craigslist, and one guy listed a 97 Rivendell with one crappy picture. Long story short, it's the perfect size, the perfect bike, in non-perfect shape, for an amazing price. Some cleaning later, here she is: -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] New Riv owner -- this time, with pictures!
Beautiful bike. Congratulations and happy cycling. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] New Riv owner -- this time, with pictures!
Lovely bike and great paint scheme. Enjoy the miles. On Mon, Apr 15, 2013 at 11:29 AM, Peter Morgano uscpeter11...@gmail.comwrote: Score! Beautiful bike and a great story. I love a good CL find. On Mon, Apr 15, 2013 at 11:56 AM, Tim Gavin tim.ga...@littlevillagemag.com wrote: I bought a '97 Rivendell Road last week. I discovered Rivendell a couple years ago, and though I identified with Grant and his Rivendell ethos, I never imagined I could own one of these beautiful--and expensive--machines. I figured the closest I'd get would be a refitted old lug frame, or a Surly. I like to cruise the local bike ads on Craigslist, and one guy listed a 97 Rivendell with one crappy picture. Long story short, it's the perfect size, the perfect bike, in non-perfect shape, for an amazing price. Some cleaning later, here she is: -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Geared bike, most like Simple One?
AS others point out, if it really just a comfort/fit issue, then get the atlantis setup with similiar riding position. The ineffable qualities will not be the same because the SO is setup for single-speed which for the most part (except for the few nutsos out there) is not setup for touring. I have both a QB and SH, and the QB is more comfortable, but that's comparing Albas to Noodles, and the SH is setup with touring racks, fenders etc, so it's going to be a different experience before i leave the house. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Rear rack advice/suggestions
Jay, Valid question, i've used Axciom Racks and found them perfectly useable, same with Blackburn and Topeak, if that's your budget nothing wrong with it. I have mostly Nitto now, why? because i like the well thought out mounting system with Rivendell frames, i like the construction, and every now and then i succumb to the lure of pretty shiny things. We all apply our bike budgets in different ways, me, i'm hella cheap about tires...which i'm trying to change. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] New Riv owner -- this time, with pictures!
Congrats! It would be hard to do better than that for your first Riv! happy trails jim m wc ca On Mon, Apr 15, 2013 at 8:56 AM, Tim Gavin tim.ga...@littlevillagemag.comwrote: I bought a '97 Rivendell Road last week. I discovered Rivendell a couple years ago, and though I identified with Grant and his Rivendell ethos, I never imagined I could own one of these beautiful--and expensive--machines. I figured the closest I'd get would be a refitted old lug frame, or a Surly. I like to cruise the local bike ads on Craigslist, and one guy listed a 97 Rivendell with one crappy picture. Long story short, it's the perfect size, the perfect bike, in non-perfect shape, for an amazing price. Some cleaning later, here she is: -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Boiled Wool
Yea...I tried this once with my absolute favorite original Swobo wool cap with ear flaps. I got a small noggin, but even with careful supervision I ended up with a warped yamaka. Of course by this time Swobo dropped off the radar. I really REALLY want one of the Rivendell wollies, but I have a stack of internet purchased hats that fit poorly so I've sworn to abstain unless I can try them on. Not sure how a hem would work, but certainly curious of that avenue. I would think having a seam opened up and taken in would be the proper way, but depending on how the headband is constructed, that could be a tricky job. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: New Riv owner -- this time, with pictures!
Very beautiful! I love that red with the cream details. David Charlotte, NC On Monday, April 15, 2013 11:56:35 AM UTC-4, Tim Gavin wrote: I bought a '97 Rivendell Road last week. I discovered Rivendell a couple years ago, and though I identified with Grant and his Rivendell ethos, I never imagined I could own one of these beautiful--and expensive--machines. I figured the closest I'd get would be a refitted old lug frame, or a Surly. I like to cruise the local bike ads on Craigslist, and one guy listed a 97 Rivendell with one crappy picture. Long story short, it's the perfect size, the perfect bike, in non-perfect shape, for an amazing price. Some cleaning later, here she is: -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] 56cm Canti-Sam on the Bay--And Orange!!
Must resist temptation, must not look at spare credit cards http://www.ebay.com/itm/Rivendell-Sam-Hillborne-Frameset-5657cm-for-Cantilever-Brakes-/290899660265 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: brakes for newer Hillborne frames
Nice set-up, Charlie -- thanks. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: brakes for newer Hillborne frames
Hi, Jay! Glad to hear you're getting so much good use out of your green Hillborne. Yeah, I might be missing it a little. :-) Yours has posts for cantis or V's. I think the newer frames don't have those posts, so I might need a set of Silver sidepulls, or equivalents. Take care! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] New Riv owner -- this time, with pictures!
What a find! Enjoy it. On Mon, Apr 15, 2013 at 9:56 AM, Tim Gavin tim.ga...@littlevillagemag.comwrote: I bought a '97 Rivendell Road last week. I discovered Rivendell a couple years ago, and though I identified with Grant and his Rivendell ethos, I never imagined I could own one of these beautiful--and expensive--machines. I figured the closest I'd get would be a refitted old lug frame, or a Surly. I like to cruise the local bike ads on Craigslist, and one guy listed a 97 Rivendell with one crappy picture. Long story short, it's the perfect size, the perfect bike, in non-perfect shape, for an amazing price. Some cleaning later, here she is: -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- http://resumespecialties.com/index.html patrickmo...@resumespecialties.com __ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Ram: loaded; Parigi-Roubaix tires; dt shifters: trade?
Hmm what's the over/under on Patrick keeping these tires? Patrick's infamous reputation for getting flats and the the PRs less then stellar reputation for being flat resistant. seems like a bad combo, but let's see -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: brakes for newer Hillborne frames
I've run both DC 750 centerpulls and Silver sidepulls on my Sam. Both work great. Just depends on your preference. Obviously to use center-pulls you need to to add cable hangers front and rear. Front is a standard piece. I used the Nitto keychain hanger from Riv in the back and it worked well. As Charlie said, in order to get the big tire/fender clearance you can't really use anything shorter. -Pete in CT On Sunday, April 14, 2013 3:16:25 PM UTC-4, Forrest wrote: I'm looking at the 56 cm blue single-top-tube Sam frames on the RBW site and wondering which brakes they take. Are they all now the Silvers? Don't seem to see any canti posts in the photos. Thanks, -- Forrest (Chicago) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Ram: loaded; Parigi-Roubaix tires; dt shifters: trade?
On Mon, 2013-04-15 at 10:44 -0700, Minh wrote: Hmm what's the over/under on Patrick keeping these tires? Patrick's infamous reputation for getting flats and the the PRs less then stellar reputation for being flat resistant. seems like a bad combo, but let's see I guess it's a bit like asking what is the value of infinity divided by 10. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Another question on shrinking wool: ss jersey
I have a Nike jersey that fits fine in width but is too long -- the rear pockets are down level with my pants' hip pockets. Any suggestions more particularly for shrinking a jersey in length by about 10-12% while keeping the width more or less the same? -- it is loose enough that a little shrinkage there is fine. It is short-sleeved, so I am not worried about sleeve shrinkage. This is not a prized jersey, so I am willing to take some risk, but I don't want to attempt anything if it is guaranteed to leave me with a tiny, matted mass of wool. Thanks. -- http://resumespecialties.com/index.html patrickmo...@resumespecialties.com __ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Watergap adventure tour
Great picture! Love to see Riv's out there. Hugh Sunland, CA On Saturday, April 13, 2013 5:02:07 PM UTC-7, djbardwil wrote: My wife and I are definitely doing this next year. That shot is awesome! Go NJ Rivendells! On Saturday, April 13, 2013 5:53:57 PM UTC-4, Norman wrote: Day 1 group photo -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Another question on shrinking wool: ss jersey
In my experience knit wool (the only kind I've boiled) shrinks evenly in all directions, so I would say you're doomed to get equal direction shrinkage. Have you tried a stretching rack for yourself? Grin. With abandon, Patrick On Monday, April 15, 2013 11:53:29 AM UTC-6, Patrick Moore wrote: I have a Nike jersey that fits fine in width but is too long -- the rear pockets are down level with my pants' hip pockets. Any suggestions more particularly for shrinking a jersey in length by about 10-12% while keeping the width more or less the same? -- it is loose enough that a little shrinkage there is fine. It is short-sleeved, so I am not worried about sleeve shrinkage. This is not a prized jersey, so I am willing to take some risk, but I don't want to attempt anything if it is guaranteed to leave me with a tiny, matted mass of wool. Thanks. -- http://resumespecialties.com/index.html patric...@resumespecialties.com javascript: __ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Manny in PDX ride... Sat 4/13
Had a blast! Huge thanks for Andy and Tommy for being the highlight of my trip. Pictures prove that sun sometimes comes out in Portland: http://flic.kr/s/aHsjEGYxTT -Manny What that yellow thing is the sky? Acosta On Saturday, April 13, 2013 5:09:42 PM UTC-7, Andy Smitty Schmidt wrote: People showed up and the ride happened. We rode about 30 miles on mixed terrain and under mixed skies. Good times. Pics herehttp://www.flickr.com/photos/15966859@N07/sets/72157633235349921/ --Smitty On Monday, April 8, 2013 12:58:45 PM UTC-7, Andy Smitty Schmidt wrote: There was another discussion on this topic but the date in the heading of that one was wrong so I'm starting a fresh discussion. Manny is coming to town (Portland, OR) this week and wants to go for a ride on Saturday 4/13. I'm not sure if there's a plan already brewing. I do know that he has to be back to his hotel by 1pm. I'm up for whatever. I'm willing to put something together if need be. List member Norm and I were talking about possibly heading out for an overnighter after the ride. That will be somewhat weather dependent. --Smitty -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Delaware Water Gap Adventure photos etc
Here's a link so you can get a taste of what it was like: http://www.flickr.com/photos/30856149@N04/sets/72157633254777022/We met on a chilly morning (low 40's at the start), 11 riders, 9 Rivs: Bleriot,AtlantisA Homer Hilsens - 2Sam HillborneAll-RounderBombadils - 3Kelly BedfordKogswellWe rode about 45 miles each day, and it was about as scenic as you could ask for on a ride. Streams, forest, mountains, some dirt and gravel, waterfalls, low traffic, old country towns with historic (or historic-looking) buildings. And lots of climbing! And wonderful companions. We left the parking lot in Columbia NJ, and after a few miles into theWorthington State Forestfor a few miles and then into the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. We rode for miles along the Delaware River on the Old MIne Road, said to be the oldest paved road in the U.S. Then for more adventure, we turned onto dirt/gravel Mountain Rd up to Buttermilk Falls. We continued from there with Pocono Mountains to our west and eventually came out on pavement and then into Milford, PA. Neat old houses, hotels - and after allotting 30 minutes to clean up (because cleaning up was not a priority), we regrouped to ride to beer at the Dimmick Inn (where we also ate dinner). Great breakfast at the Milford Diner (where we all bought carryout lunch sandwiches) and then off for the next phase of the adventure: riding in the Stokes Forest. Beautiful scenic woods, streams -- and much climbing. Bobby said that we should ignore the one-way road signs, there wouldn't be much traffic. Reward: gorgeous view from top of Sunrise Mountain. On to lunch at Swartswood State Park. Then onto a dead end road to lead to the Paulinskill Trail - Bobby said we should ignore the road closed sign - it didn't apply to us. We eventually got to the Paulinskill Trail - the only dirt section for today. We rode along the Paulinskill River for miles - again very scenic. This was a terrific ride, Bobby did a super job of organizing. Enjoy, Joan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Watergap adventure tour - attendees!
Forgot to mention the attendees:Tom A and sons Hank and Sam - Atlantis, Bombadil, HomerBobby B - BombadilNorm R - Sam HillborneTom R - All-RounderJoan O - BleriotRay - HomerJohn P - BombadilSteve P - KogswellSarah C - Kelly BedfordWe came from Delaware, Philadelphia, Arlington, VA, Alexandria, VA, New Jersey, Connecticut and New York.On 04/13/13, Norman Rosenblumnorr...@gmail.com wrote:Day 1 group photo-- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group.To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com.To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com.Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US.For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Watergap adventure tour
Beautiful pic in a great location. Ride On! --Smitty On Saturday, April 13, 2013 2:53:57 PM UTC-7, Norman wrote: Day 1 group photo -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Rear rack advice/suggestions
Good catch... I, Smitty, wrote: *I also have a black Tubus Cargo... the silver one Rene is selling. It's not as nice (finish) or beefy (size robust construction) as the Nitto, but it's a great rack.* To which Matthew J responded: *The Nitto is beefy but not necessarily more robust than the Tubus. The Tubus Cargo is an excellent design that uses proven structural features to ensure strength. * I shouldn't have said that the Tubus was somehow a less robust rack. It's not. I suppose I said that referencing the triangles on the Nitto BBR, but the Tubus Cargo has an additional set of vertical stays that go from the drop-out attachment up to one of the cross members at the platform and it adds an element of side-to-side triangulation. FWIW... I bought the Tubus in response to using the Nitto and wanting a few things different. Regarding why I buy pricey racks... I like that they're steel and I think that they (particularly Nitto and Tubus) look well constructed. I also have a Surly Big Front rack on my Big Dummy because it had a large platform for a basket, can take panniers, is compatible with disc brakes, has a front light mount, and did not attach via the wheel skewer. It was the cheapest rack I could find that met those criteria. The wife's commuter bike has a $30-ish aluminum blackburn rack that has been working perfectly fine for several years of 5-day/week commuting. --Smitty -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Manny in PDX ride... Sat 4/13
Manny- so glad you came and brought decent weather with you. Thanks again
for lending/giving me that blue bandana. You may have lost a bandana, but
you gained a friend. I owe you one.
-Aaron why don't you want this sweat-soaked bandana back? Young
Vancouver, WA
On Monday, April 15, 2013, Manuel Acosta wrote:
Had a blast! Huge thanks for Andy and Tommy for being the highlight of my
trip.
Pictures prove that sun sometimes comes out in Portland:
http://flic.kr/s/aHsjEGYxTT
-Manny What that yellow thing is the sky? Acosta
On Saturday, April 13, 2013 5:09:42 PM UTC-7, Andy Smitty Schmidt wrote:
People showed up and the ride happened. We rode about 30 miles on mixed
terrain and under mixed skies. Good times. Pics
herehttp://www.flickr.com/photos/15966859@N07/sets/72157633235349921/
--Smitty
On Monday, April 8, 2013 12:58:45 PM UTC-7, Andy Smitty Schmidt wrote:
There was another discussion on this topic but the date in the heading
of that one was wrong so I'm starting a fresh discussion.
Manny is coming to town (Portland, OR) this week and wants to go for a
ride on Saturday 4/13. I'm not sure if there's a plan already brewing. I do
know that he has to be back to his hotel by 1pm.
I'm up for whatever. I'm willing to put something together if need be.
List member Norm and I were talking about possibly heading out for an
overnighter after the ride. That will be somewhat weather dependent.
--Smitty
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[RBW] Re: Rear rack advice/suggestions
Racktime Racks come in silver . Their parent company is Tubus, and they share many design traits. Racktimes are in Aluminum only. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Tarptent advice?
Hey all. I am currently contemplating picking up a Tarptent to fill a need for a one person bike camping tent. I currently have the hennessy hammock, which is fantastic but dependent on trees, and a big/relatively heavy/substantial 3 person tent. I want to get something lightweight that I can use when I am going somewhere that I am not sure about setting up the hammock. I am big (6'3) and don't want any part of sleeping in open air/dealing with bugs, so would need to get one of the tarptents that actually closes up in order to be able to sleep at night. Looking at the tarptent site, it's tough to determine which of their options works best for what I am trying to do, so I figured I would ask you guys. Any thoughts on this? Anyone have a tarptent that they don't use/don't like and want to get rid of? Much obliged! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Tarptent advice?
Zack, My personal experience with tarp tents is they are too weight conscious at the expense of durability and protection from weather and bugs. As a family we use Hilleberg, and for solos I use their Akto. It is a wondrous 4-season tent that has withstood 100ËšF+ desert and high winds and snow and cold and everything in-between. It's a bit of extra weight vs. an ultralight tent (by a pound or two?) -- weight I gladly carry for the assurance of a bug free, dry, protected place to sleep no matter the situation. Plus it is ridiculously easy to set up completely dry inside even when raining. http://www.hilleberg.com/home/products/solo.php With abandon, Patrick On Monday, April 15, 2013 3:56:48 PM UTC-6, Zack wrote: Hey all. I am currently contemplating picking up a Tarptent to fill a need for a one person bike camping tent. I currently have the hennessy hammock, which is fantastic but dependent on trees, and a big/relatively heavy/substantial 3 person tent. I want to get something lightweight that I can use when I am going somewhere that I am not sure about setting up the hammock. I am big (6'3) and don't want any part of sleeping in open air/dealing with bugs, so would need to get one of the tarptents that actually closes up in order to be able to sleep at night. Looking at the tarptent site, it's tough to determine which of their options works best for what I am trying to do, so I figured I would ask you guys. Any thoughts on this? Anyone have a tarptent that they don't use/don't like and want to get rid of? Much obliged! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Tarptent advice?
I lead week-long backpack trips in the Sierra, and have seen tarp tents on several recent trips. They held up quite well in some very wet conditions, I was impressed with how well they performed. They were from Henry Shire's site: http://www.tarptent.com Quite light weight, and would be just as useful on a bicycle trip, I presume. Personally, I get by just fine with only a tarp and some rigging line, and stakes. - Andrew, Berkeley On Monday, April 15, 2013 2:56:48 PM UTC-7, Zack wrote: Hey all. I am currently contemplating picking up a Tarptent to fill a need for a one person bike camping tent. I currently have the hennessy hammock, which is fantastic but dependent on trees, and a big/relatively heavy/substantial 3 person tent. I want to get something lightweight that I can use when I am going somewhere that I am not sure about setting up the hammock. I am big (6'3) and don't want any part of sleeping in open air/dealing with bugs, so would need to get one of the tarptents that actually closes up in order to be able to sleep at night. Looking at the tarptent site, it's tough to determine which of their options works best for what I am trying to do, so I figured I would ask you guys. Any thoughts on this? Anyone have a tarptent that they don't use/don't like and want to get rid of? Much obliged! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Tarptent advice?
I have used a tarptent rainbow for years, including many multi- day trips in the Sierra, one a 22 day trip on the JMT. Never a problem in rain or wind. Highly recommend the entire line. Sent from my iPhone. On Apr 15, 2013, at 4:01 PM, BSWP ashtab...@gmail.com wrote: I lead week-long backpack trips in the Sierra, and have seen tarp tents on several recent trips. They held up quite well in some very wet conditions, I was impressed with how well they performed. They were from Henry Shire's site: http://www.tarptent.com Quite light weight, and would be just as useful on a bicycle trip, I presume. Personally, I get by just fine with only a tarp and some rigging line, and stakes. - Andrew, Berkeley On Monday, April 15, 2013 2:56:48 PM UTC-7, Zack wrote: Hey all. I am currently contemplating picking up a Tarptent to fill a need for a one person bike camping tent. I currently have the hennessy hammock, which is fantastic but dependent on trees, and a big/relatively heavy/substantial 3 person tent. I want to get something lightweight that I can use when I am going somewhere that I am not sure about setting up the hammock. I am big (6'3) and don't want any part of sleeping in open air/dealing with bugs, so would need to get one of the tarptents that actually closes up in order to be able to sleep at night. Looking at the tarptent site, it's tough to determine which of their options works best for what I am trying to do, so I figured I would ask you guys. Any thoughts on this? Anyone have a tarptent that they don't use/don't like and want to get rid of? Much obliged! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Tarptent advice?
The wife and I used an Henry Shires Tarp Tent on our 05 PCT hike. We abandoned it after a couple hundred miles due to overcrowding. I forget the model name (it has it's own poles ie no hiking poles needed). It was labeled a 2-person. We joked that 1.5 would be more accurate. I continue to use it as a solo shelter and it's great. Have had it out in big winds, snow, and rain and lived to tell the tale.I'm 6'3 190lbs. Mine has a floor, full bug net w/ zippered door, and a beak (covered porch). I'm not really up to date on their current line up, but my Tarptent experience has been great. All that said... I prefer to sleep in my Hennessy Hammock. And in the NW finding trees is rarely a problem. FWIW... My fantasy shelter is a Warbonnet Hammock. --Smitty On Monday, April 15, 2013 2:56:48 PM UTC-7, Zack wrote: Hey all. I am currently contemplating picking up a Tarptent to fill a need for a one person bike camping tent. I currently have the hennessy hammock, which is fantastic but dependent on trees, and a big/relatively heavy/substantial 3 person tent. I want to get something lightweight that I can use when I am going somewhere that I am not sure about setting up the hammock. I am big (6'3) and don't want any part of sleeping in open air/dealing with bugs, so would need to get one of the tarptents that actually closes up in order to be able to sleep at night. Looking at the tarptent site, it's tough to determine which of their options works best for what I am trying to do, so I figured I would ask you guys. Any thoughts on this? Anyone have a tarptent that they don't use/don't like and want to get rid of? Much obliged! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Tarptent advice?
Incidentally, i have also used a Hennessey. I recommend both . I have used cracks in boulders as a hang point for the Hennessey. Sent from my iPhone. On Apr 15, 2013, at 4:27 PM, Ray Shine r.sh...@sbcglobal.net wrote: I have used a tarptent rainbow for years, including many multi- day trips in the Sierra, one a 22 day trip on the JMT. Never a problem in rain or wind. Highly recommend the entire line. Sent from my iPhone. On Apr 15, 2013, at 4:01 PM, BSWP ashtab...@gmail.com wrote: I lead week-long backpack trips in the Sierra, and have seen tarp tents on several recent trips. They held up quite well in some very wet conditions, I was impressed with how well they performed. They were from Henry Shire's site: http://www.tarptent.com Quite light weight, and would be just as useful on a bicycle trip, I presume. Personally, I get by just fine with only a tarp and some rigging line, and stakes. - Andrew, Berkeley On Monday, April 15, 2013 2:56:48 PM UTC-7, Zack wrote: Hey all. I am currently contemplating picking up a Tarptent to fill a need for a one person bike camping tent. I currently have the hennessy hammock, which is fantastic but dependent on trees, and a big/relatively heavy/substantial 3 person tent. I want to get something lightweight that I can use when I am going somewhere that I am not sure about setting up the hammock. I am big (6'3) and don't want any part of sleeping in open air/dealing with bugs, so would need to get one of the tarptents that actually closes up in order to be able to sleep at night. Looking at the tarptent site, it's tough to determine which of their options works best for what I am trying to do, so I figured I would ask you guys. Any thoughts on this? Anyone have a tarptent that they don't use/don't like and want to get rid of? Much obliged! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Tarptent advice?
I didn't quite finish my thought... even with the floor, beak and bug net... you're still somewhat out in the open. You can see out 360, feel the breeze, etc. Also, like a hammock, there's a learning curve for setting it up right and quick. --Smitty -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Delaware Water Gap Adventure photos etc
Looks like great times, and a high percentage of Rivs to boot! --Smitty -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Tarptent advice?
If you want a fully-screened yet super light shelter, I'd go with a bivy sack or a lightweight tent. I have a Big Agnes tent that has held up pretty well for 5-6 years, and they make very light (2lbs) solo tents that aren't too pricey. On Mon, Apr 15, 2013 at 6:32 PM, Andy Smitty Schmidt 54ca...@gmail.comwrote: I didn't quite finish my thought... even with the floor, beak and bug net... you're still somewhat out in the open. You can see out 360, feel the breeze, etc. Also, like a hammock, there's a learning curve for setting it up right and quick. --Smitty -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Delaware Water Gap Adventure photos etc
Thanks for posting pics! Looked like a fun time. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Ram: loaded; Parigi-Roubaix tires; dt shifters: trade?
Steve, Was this with the earlier hand glued tires or the more recent vulcanized ones? thnks Ted On Monday, April 15, 2013 8:36:44 AM UTC-7, Steve Palincsar wrote: The ride of the Parigi Roubaix is sublime. Pavement cracks magically disappear. It's uncanny. However, the tire is a Janus. There is another face, darkly evil: the tires flat every 300 miles, in my experience. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Ram: loaded; Parigi-Roubaix tires; dt shifters: trade?
Will -- thanks for the info -- I'll do that, viz. just start high and let air out until things feel too soft, to determine the appropriate range. Goatheads: well, that's the penalty of using good tires. As I said earlier, I'd rather patch than ride Armadillos, say -- and even Armadillos won't stop goatheads. Odd, the 60 mm Big Apple Liteskins I use on the Fargo are, of all tires I've cared to ride -- for massively heavy (the lite model is 800 grams) the most flat resistant -- on dirt, they shrug off 9/10, on pavement, say 1/2. Usually run at absurdly low pressures, on- and off-road. At Stevie's bike shop, a regular treatment ($20/wheel) is to install excruciatingly heavy and stiff thorn proof tubes after inserting True Goo (a Slime clone) and using the old tubes, slit, as wrappers around the new ones. Even that, says Stevie, blocks only 3/4 thorns. And often, the tires in question have protective belts. Talk about wooden. Fortunately, most goathead punctures are slow leaks and, since my rides are short distances I generally find my punctures only after I get home. Still, I am very used to fixing flats on the go. Patrick Moore, who fixed two punctures today in ABQ, NM -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] best way to make sure brake levers are, well...level!
I'm curious about folk's techniques for making sure brake levers are equal height level on the bars. I have a recent Riv build and need to equal out the levers. Any advice/tips would be greatly appreciated, thanks! - Eric -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: best way to make sure brake levers are, well...level!
Follow the rivbike youtube video of Mark doing just that. On Monday, April 15, 2013 5:14:03 PM UTC-7, Eric wrote: I'm curious about folk's techniques for making sure brake levers are equal height level on the bars. I have a recent Riv build and need to equal out the levers. Any advice/tips would be greatly appreciated, thanks! - Eric -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] best way to make sure brake levers are, well...level!
My fool-proof method: eyeball, tighten, install housing, tape bar, ride, discover that one is higher/lower than the other, curse, untape, re-cut housing, re-tape. Repeat as needed. Actually, that was my old method. My new method, born of desperation, is to measure the levers in various ways -- saddle nose to tip of lever, ground to tip of lever, center of stem clamp to tip of lever, the sit on bike and feel them -- until I am reasonably convinced tha they look and feel right, then install housing and tape. Funny: building the Ram -- freewheel, for once -- I took the bike, without thinking, out for a ride up and down my street to get a feel for the brake lever positions. Street is inclined. Cables not hooked up. Was surprised -- and lucky -- with the Fred Flinstone manoeuvre. On Mon, Apr 15, 2013 at 6:14 PM, Eric ericwolfo...@gmail.com wrote: I'm curious about folk's techniques for making sure brake levers are equal height level on the bars. I have a recent Riv build and need to equal out the levers. Any advice/tips would be greatly appreciated, thanks! - Eric -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- http://resumespecialties.com/index.html patrickmo...@resumespecialties.com __ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: best way to make sure brake levers are, well...level!
If you are talkin' drop bars, they should be level because Rivendell has a video showing how they do it: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oEUm3VzF_Z0 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Tarptent advice?
Zach, we use one of the larger Tarptents, (Rainbow?) Our use is mostly for canoe trips so we're not overly weight conscious. We have had very good luck with the tent. It is durable, waterproof, spacious. But, there is a learning curve in setting it up, because it must be taut to be watertight. Also, the poles they supply are way to flexible; you absolutely need a pair if treking poles to get this tent to work reliably. If you buy it plan on taking some time practicing in the back yard, but once you have mastered it, the tent goes up fast and secure. Michael On Monday, April 15, 2013 5:56:48 PM UTC-4, Zack wrote: Hey all. I am currently contemplating picking up a Tarptent to fill a need for a one person bike camping tent. I currently have the hennessy hammock, which is fantastic but dependent on trees, and a big/relatively heavy/substantial 3 person tent. I want to get something lightweight that I can use when I am going somewhere that I am not sure about setting up the hammock. I am big (6'3) and don't want any part of sleeping in open air/dealing with bugs, so would need to get one of the tarptents that actually closes up in order to be able to sleep at night. Looking at the tarptent site, it's tough to determine which of their options works best for what I am trying to do, so I figured I would ask you guys. Any thoughts on this? Anyone have a tarptent that they don't use/don't like and want to get rid of? Much obliged! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: best way to make sure brake levers are, well...level!
Riv does it like this: *http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oEUm3VzF_Z0*http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oEUm3VzF_Z0 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: best way to make sure brake levers are, well...level!
Awesome! Their video's helped me before so I should of looked their first...thanks!!! On Monday, April 15, 2013 7:43:13 PM UTC-5, Michael wrote: Riv does it like this: *http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oEUm3VzF_Z0*http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oEUm3VzF_Z0 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Ram: loaded; Parigi-Roubaix tires; dt shifters: trade?
FWIW: Every camera I've ever used, has the shutter button on top on the right, where your right index finger would trigger it (unless it had a motor drive and multiple shutter buttons). Now, the iPhone is ubiquitous when it comes to photography. Initially, it was via the on-screen button that the picture was always taken; but much to my delight, they added the functionality of having the volume button double as a shutter button. Lay the phone sideways, horizontally, with the volume button where your right finger is on top, and click away. AND THEN THE PHOTOS ARE UPSIDE DOWN ON A PC! Looking at 'em on an iPhone or an iPad, and it knows to turn them over. But open them up on a PC, and they're upside-down. Apple's solution? You're holding it upside down; turn it over the other way What?!?! No camera has a shutter button on the bottom left. How nuts It's not you, Patrick.It's Apple. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: best way to make sure brake levers are, well...level!
Some of the newer bars, but not Nitto afaik, put marks on the curve of the bar so you can easily align the levers. If I don't have those markings, I use a broomstick and my eyeball. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Ram: loaded; Parigi-Roubaix tires; dt shifters: trade?
On Mon, 2013-04-15 at 16:51 -0700, ted wrote: Steve, Was this with the earlier hand glued tires or the more recent vulcanized ones? Nobody but Jan has ever seen the hand-glued prototypes -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Anyone gone to all upright bars - Albatross, Bosco, etc?
I've just recently ordered a new single top tube Sam that Jim Thill will be helping me to assemble. I noticed that all of Grant P's bikes are shown with upright bars on the staff bikes page of the Riv website. Have any of the rest of you gone all upright. Any limits for how far you've found an albatross or bosco bar to be comfortable? Thanks, Mark -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: best way to make sure brake levers are, well...level!
I use a length of broom handle as a straight edge, resting in the crook on top of the hoods. It tends to want to find the lowest spot. I eyeball the broom handle's angle to the straight edge of the top of the handlebar. On Monday, April 15, 2013 5:43:13 PM UTC-7, Michael wrote: Riv does it like this: *http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oEUm3VzF_Z0*http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oEUm3VzF_Z0 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Suntour is back says it's keeping it real w/ old skool ideology
Is Sun XCD a different company than SR SUNTOUR? https://stan-pun.squarespace.com/about/ http://www.srsuntour-cycling.com/SID=si2a13400691526f93776ec0bdf6d126/index.php On Mon, Apr 15, 2013 at 11:50 AM, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote: On Sat, 2013-04-13 at 17:32 -0700, Matthew J wrote: Kind of afraid this would be the case, Jan. I have a private horde of 7 Suntour Winner Pros. Fortunately Winner Pro were so well made, and now, thanks to a tip from Patrick, I found someone who is much more adept than I rebuilding freewheels, mine should outlive me. But where do you get the replacement sprockets? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: best way to make sure brake levers are, well...level!
I use a carpenter's level. Get the bike vertical, then lay it across the hoods. If I'm within half a bubble, I can't tell anything is off. Oh, and NEVER tape the bars until you've ridden a bit to make sure everything is exactly where you want it. dougP On Monday, April 15, 2013 5:14:03 PM UTC-7, Eric wrote: I'm curious about folk's techniques for making sure brake levers are equal height level on the bars. I have a recent Riv build and need to equal out the levers. Any advice/tips would be greatly appreciated, thanks! - Eric -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] OT-Cool Lugged bike for 7 year old (has to be girly)
My daughter has all of a sudden taken an interest in my bike collection and keeps hollering at me to build her a cool bike. I have been looking around CL and ebay but all I see is either old stuff that was crap when new or new stuff that is just crap. Shame girls bikes get the short end of the stick. To add to the challenge my daughter is a princess and wont be seen on something not pink or purple and sparkly. So I could get something intended for a boy and get re-spray but I know there are a good bit of parents on here who might have a better idea. Cali said she wants a bike like daddys, not like the ones she sees in walmart, made me smile. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] New Riv owner -- this time, with pictures!
Beautiful color and a great score! Now ya just need a honey B-17. Enjoy, Hugh Sunland, CA On Monday, April 15, 2013 10:32:53 AM UTC-7, Patrick Moore wrote: What a find! Enjoy it. On Mon, Apr 15, 2013 at 9:56 AM, Tim Gavin tim@littlevillagemag.comjavascript: wrote: I bought a '97 Rivendell Road last week. I discovered Rivendell a couple years ago, and though I identified with Grant and his Rivendell ethos, I never imagined I could own one of these beautiful--and expensive--machines. I figured the closest I'd get would be a refitted old lug frame, or a Surly. I like to cruise the local bike ads on Craigslist, and one guy listed a 97 Rivendell with one crappy picture. Long story short, it's the perfect size, the perfect bike, in non-perfect shape, for an amazing price. Some cleaning later, here she is: -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bun...@googlegroups.com javascript:. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.comjavascript: . Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- http://resumespecialties.com/index.html patric...@resumespecialties.com javascript: __ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] OT-Cool Lugged bike for 7 year old (has to be girly)
How tall is she? I would think that would be the limiting factor. There are road racing bikes with 24 wheels, both new (mostly aluminum but even some cf) and vintage steel with lugs. I don't know how easy it would be to find a vintage one, but if you queried the Classics Rendezvous list, you'd probably turn up something. I think Joe Bunik on this list has one hanging in his garage, along with a bunch of other project frames that will probably never get built (just kidding Joe). My daughter studies French and wanted a French bike, so I found a lugged steel Peugeot mixte in purple. Polished it up, replaced the heavy steel 27 wheels with alloy 700's, replaced the junky Simplex with Shimano, added Nitto Dove bars, and voila, a classy purple get-around town bike. That was when she was about 11, and a bit under 5' tall. jim m wc ca On Mon, Apr 15, 2013 at 8:42 PM, Peter M uscpeter11...@gmail.com wrote: My daughter has all of a sudden taken an interest in my bike collection and keeps hollering at me to build her a cool bike. I have been looking around CL and ebay but all I see is either old stuff that was crap when new or new stuff that is just crap. Shame girls bikes get the short end of the stick. To add to the challenge my daughter is a princess and wont be seen on something not pink or purple and sparkly. So I could get something intended for a boy and get re-spray but I know there are a good bit of parents on here who might have a better idea. Cali said she wants a bike like daddys, not like the ones she sees in walmart, made me smile. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Suntour is back says it's keeping it real w/ old skool ideology
Thanks for bringing up those points, Jan - I'm not specifically against freewheels. My experience was that I regularly bent axles on my old mtb which had a freewheel and never had that problem with any freehubs. My recollection was that the mtb (which was a six speed 1983 drivetrain) had narrower cones than my XT and DuraAce freehubs. But again, no data to back that up. And I guess the point I was really trying to make stemmed from your comment about the loss of tooling, expertise and the necessary economies of scale involved in making a quality freewheel today. Since most of the bicycle market probably is less likely to support it, it seems freewheel production isn't likely to increase. But since there are plenty of freehubs around, why not continue to let them make the ratchety bits and focus on making something that is not designed to shift in a crosswind. Okay, that's overstating it, but it seems to me that creating a longer-toothed cassette of longer-wearing material might be a simpler option. I just recall walking into the old shops and looking at the cog board in the back. It seems like it should be comparatively easy to come up with a similar solution. Though I'm ignorant of any constraints which are in place for makers having to license the interface spline from Shimano. - Jim / cyclofiend.com On Monday, April 15, 2013 8:43:36 AM UTC-7, Jan Heine wrote: The bearings spacing on most cassette hubs is no different from that of a freewheel hub. With the exception of Shimano and Mavic and a few small makers, all freehubs have the hub bearings under the flanges, more or less. As long as the axle is properly designed, that is not a problem. The problem with most freewheel hubs were the thin axles. They were designed for 4-speed and 115 mm spacing. With that short overhang, no problem. Then they added another 5 mm on the drive-side for 5-speed, and it was getting marginal. Then they added another 6 mm to use 6-speed, and the design no longer worked. They now had more than twice the lever as before, yet kept the diameter of the axle the same. It's surprising that it worked as well as it did! Adding grooves in the axle on both sides made the problem worse. (Who needs to adjust their hub on both sides? Maxi put the grooves on the non-drive side only, so you adjusted only that side.) There are plenty of freewheel hubs that don't break axles. Don't conclude from a poor execution that the entire concept is flawed. Cassette hubs have their own design problems. The biggest one is that the bearings under the cassette have to be relatively small. Jan Heine Editor Bicycle Quarterly http://www.bikequarterly.com Follow our blog at http://janheine.wordpress.com/ On Sunday, April 14, 2013 11:22:59 PM UTC-7, Cyclofiend Jim wrote: But, I'm not real keen on going back to the narrow bearing spacing from the freewheel days. (Bent waaay too many axles back then.) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] New Riv owner -- this time, with pictures!
Beauty! Love the colors... -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Anyone gone to all upright bars - Albatross, Bosco, etc?
I rode my Alba-bar'd bike 40 miles on Saturday for the Manny in PDX Ride. I think the furthest I've ridden my Bosco'd bike in a day is 35 miles. I don't remember a time on either bike where I was wanting different bars. I imagine I could ride either bar further without issue. I think a bigger issue is having a saddle that's appropriate for the riding position. My Homer has Noodles. I like the variety between the set ups. --Smitty -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Anyone gone to all upright bars - Albatross, Bosco, etc?
Hello, My Name is Mike, and Im an all Upright rider. I have 4 bikes. 2 with Albas, 1 with Boscos and 1 with the Sycip Wonder Bar. Ive gone 80 miles on Albas a few times, and Im gonna tour with them this summer on my Atlantis. I dont find they hinder me at all when riding distance, actually they definitely help. Never been more comfortable, but everyones different. -Mike On Mon, Apr 15, 2013 at 10:36 AM, marktain...@gmail.com wrote: I've just recently ordered a new single top tube Sam that Jim Thill will be helping me to assemble. I noticed that all of Grant P's bikes are shown with upright bars on the staff bikes page of the Riv website. Have any of the rest of you gone all upright. Any limits for how far you've found an albatross or bosco bar to be comfortable? Thanks, Mark -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
