[RBW] Re: FS: Assorted Schwalbe Tires
Wish I had use for the Winters, but also glad that I don't. --Smitty On Tuesday, May 7, 2013 8:00:45 AM UTC-7, Zack wrote: I am moving and sadly have to get rid of my extra tires. My storage loss, your gain. Good chance to pick up some lightly used tires on the cheap. Schwalbe Marathon Winter, 700 x 35, used one winter sparingly, most of the studs intact, should be at least two more winters in 'em. *$80 including shipping.* * * Schwalbe Marathon Dureme, 700 x 40, used one season, plenty of life left. * $80 including shipping.* * * Schwalbe Marathon Supreme, 700 x 50, not used by me, very sparingly by previous owner, came on a bike he said was ridden less than 100 miles and that seemed true to me. *$90 including shipping.* * * * * -- 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: Let's ride to the Swift Industries camp stove cookery class May 19th
I'll be at the class, but I'll be riding from Mt. Baker. See you there! Rob in Seattle -- 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: Long commute in the PNW- advice?
Since you already have done a daily 8-mile commute, I think you'll be fine on the 30 mile commute and might not even find it all that different. I wouldn't over-think the bike setup too much, as the setup will kind of congeal over time. But, as far as addressing technical failures, it's good to carry some spare chain links and a chain tool, patch kit, spare tube (and a pump of course), and a multi-tool.With those you should be good to go.I've had shifter cables snap, but you can still pedal home like that, whereas broken chains, though rare, mean walking and coasting down the occasional hill if you don't have a chain tool or a spare link. For clothing, I agree with what Deacon Patrick says about breathability being the key. You can get by in temps down to zero without any windbreaker at all, just layering sweaters and sweatshirts. As much wool as you can when it's wet out. Winter chews through all kinds of bike parts around here, with all the salt they dump on the roads.Fenders help but still you have to hose your bike off (from an indoor-spigot since it's freezing out) every day when you get home. On Tuesday, May 14, 2013 7:11:13 PM UTC-4, Tim Tetrault wrote: Thanks all. I commute now, but my round trip is 8 miles, didn't mean to give off the impression I was just starting. I feel as though I'm in for a rude awakening, though, with over triple the mileage each way. Do you all have any gear recommendations that are your non-negotiables? Brian, your Hunq looks comfy. Thanks for the tips. I am on Schwalbe Mara Supremes right now but was thinking perhaps going to a Jack Brown (the kevlar version) to maybe give myself a couple more MPH than the 35mms/heavier tires. Seattle's streets can be pretty rough compared to some of the more manicured streets I've been on in the 'burbs and in the midwest. What about a good wheelset to survive the gritty winters? Right now I am running Veloc Dyads with LX hubs, 36 spoke- I wonder once they are run through I should consider a 32 spoke wheel? Any suggestions? Jan Heine has written on how handlebar bags protect your legs from rain, anyone else care to comment. I know Velo Orange is set to come out with a larger bag (more affordable than the Berthouds) I am mostly discouraged about having a potential technical failure in the winter, and just freezing and getting soaked there and back and having to do it again the next morning. It likely won't pay enough to offset the cost of driving very much and with us hitting the 400ppm CO2 mark this month I'm feeling driven to bike AMAP. On Monday, May 13, 2013 5:17:22 PM UTC-7, Tim Tetrault wrote: Hey Gang- I'm contemplating a long commute in the Seattle area- 15 miles each way (long for me anyway) on my Hilborne. Any advice on handling the day in day out grind of this? Ideas could include: Food management/tiring out after long day reasonable raingear for the price (knowing I will be exposed for a soaking) time management tips I may have not considered Thanks- Tim -- 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] Dry bag packing atop Nitto Rack
Hi Andrew, I use dry bags quite often and like them a lot--they're typically quite sturdy. The only thing to remember is that they're waterproof from within and without so don't pack away any damp or wet items in there. . . Have a great trip; where are you going? Cheers! lyle On 14 May 2013 22:56, BSWP ashtab...@gmail.com wrote: I'm finalizing my gear for a trip that starts this weekend, and am finally getting to how I'll carry m'stuff. I have an old Carradice saddle bag that swings from my saddle, and I'm fitting a rear rack so I can strap a bag between Carradice and rack. It seems like a basic roll-top dry bag, 15 or 20 liter size, will be about perfect. Any comments on traveling out of a dry bag? I think I can use a thin plastic cutting board, trimmed to size, to give the bag some flat-bottom form. - Andrew, Berkeley -- 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. -- lyle f bogart dpt 156 bradford rd wiscasset, me 04578 207.882.6494 206.794.6937 -- 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] Dynamo charging system
For those of you who may be looking into a charging system for your dynamo hub I thought I would share my recent experience with The Bright Bike Revolution. http://www.brightbikelabs.com/products/bright-bike-revolution Last week I used the Revolution on a GAP-CO tour and it performed perfectly. The Revolution kept our Iphones charged throughout the tour, even during two days of solid rain. Here is a picture of it mounted to my bike. http://www.flickr.com/photos/greenwayrider/8741419984/in/photostream The Revolution worked as advertised and thus far it seems to be a viable solution for those who would like to have the capability to charge their electronic devices from a dynamo hub. Cheers Shawn -- 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] FS: Large assortment of nearly new and classical parts
I spent the winter cleaning out my house, now its time to clean out the shop. All prices are plus shipping Rear Derailleurs: Campy NR, purchased new in 1983, in good condition - $35 Campy Chorus, purchased new in 1988, in beautiful condition - $65 Campy Centaur, new around 2005, good condition, long cage - $65 Suntour Superbe -$35 Shimano Deore XT - $35 Front Derailleur - Suntour Cyclone MII “Touring” - $20 Shifters: Campy NR DT- $10 Campy Chorus DT, 7spd, only work in friction mode now - $10 DuraAce - DT $10 Shimano Ultegra 9spd Brifters - $35 Shimano 8spd Bar Ends - $25 Brakes: Side Pulls: Ultegra BR 6500 (39-47) $25 Ultegra BR -R600 (47-57) $50 Campy Grand Sport (47-57) Single Pivot, NR Quality - $25 Cantilever Tektro CR 720 New, These are same design as Riv model but very hi polish $45 StandardRack adapter bolts, New - $10 Levers Mafac NOS $75 Dia Compe $15 Suntour Superbe $25 Bars Stems Nitto 0356 44cm nice bend with indent for cable $35 Marks Bars 42 cm - wrapped used for two weeks before deciding on a longer stem return to Noodles $70 Cinelli Bar (42) Stem (11) very comfortable bend, short quill - $25 Nitto Pearl Stem, gorgeous - 13cm - $50 Nittto Tallex 8 CM, used for two weeks $35 Fork - Chromed Steel with Canti studs, generous tire clearance nice bend, 1” threaded $50 Decaleur - VO $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.
Re: [RBW] Dry bag packing atop Nitto Rack
On May 14, 2013, at 9:56 PM, BSWP wrote: I'm finalizing my gear for a trip that starts this weekend, and am finally getting to how I'll carry m'stuff. I have an old Carradice saddle bag that swings from my saddle, and I'm fitting a rear rack so I can strap a bag between Carradice and rack. It seems like a basic roll-top dry bag, 15 or 20 liter size, will be about perfect. Any comments on traveling out of a dry bag? I think I can use a thin plastic cutting board, trimmed to size, to give the bag some flat-bottom form. - Andrew, Berkeley He may go to the extreme, but interesting food for thought. Camping tours with about 10 lbs of gear. -- 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] Dry bag packing atop Nitto Rack
I don't know the how big it is but when I was at Merry Sales. Evan showed my a baf from ILE that was made for flat racks and was a dry bag. really cool and simple design. Just a dry roll bag with straps for a flat rack. Here's a picture. http://flic.kr/p/ej2cQx If you call Merry Sales I think you could ask when they will start selling them. Or even better call ILE and ask them when they will start selling them. -Manny On Wednesday, May 15, 2013 6:27:18 AM UTC-7, Tim McNamara wrote: On May 14, 2013, at 9:56 PM, BSWP wrote: I'm finalizing my gear for a trip that starts this weekend, and am finally getting to how I'll carry m'stuff. I have an old Carradice saddle bag that swings from my saddle, and I'm fitting a rear rack so I can strap a bag between Carradice and rack. It seems like a basic roll-top dry bag, 15 or 20 liter size, will be about perfect. Any comments on traveling out of a dry bag? I think I can use a thin plastic cutting board, trimmed to size, to give the bag some flat-bottom form. - Andrew, Berkeley He may go to the extreme, but interesting food for thought. Camping tours with about 10 lbs of gear. -- 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] Dry bag packing atop Nitto Rack
On May 15, 2013, at 8:27 AM, Tim McNamara wrote: On May 14, 2013, at 9:56 PM, BSWP wrote: I'm finalizing my gear for a trip that starts this weekend, and am finally getting to how I'll carry m'stuff. I have an old Carradice saddle bag that swings from my saddle, and I'm fitting a rear rack so I can strap a bag between Carradice and rack. It seems like a basic roll-top dry bag, 15 or 20 liter size, will be about perfect. Any comments on traveling out of a dry bag? I think I can use a thin plastic cutting board, trimmed to size, to give the bag some flat-bottom form. - Andrew, Berkeley He may go to the extreme, but interesting food for thought. Camping tours with about 10 lbs of gear. Oops forgot the URL- Igor Kovse: http://ultralightcycling.blogspot.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] Dynamo charging system
Shawn - was the bright bike the only device drawing from the dynamo, or did you also power lights? Mobile Brian Hanson On May 15, 2013, at 6:12 AM, shawn shawn.adki...@yahoo.com wrote: For those of you who may be looking into a charging system for your dynamo hub I thought I would share my recent experience with The Bright Bike Revolution. http://www.brightbikelabs.com/products/bright-bike-revolution Last week I used the Revolution on a GAP-CO tour and it performed perfectly. The Revolution kept our Iphones charged throughout the tour, even during two days of solid rain. Here is a picture of it mounted to my bike. http://www.flickr.com/photos/greenwayrider/8741419984/in/photostream The Revolution worked as advertised and thus far it seems to be a viable solution for those who would like to have the capability to charge their electronic devices from a dynamo hub. Cheers Shawn -- 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] Dry bag packing atop Nitto Rack
Thanks. The ride is long for me, 325 miles from Berkeley, up through Napa, Healdsburg, Cloverdale, Boonville, out to the ocean, and back along the coast. Six days, staying on couches and in motels. Going with a friend who's riding his neat Bike Friday. I just need to carry off-bike clothes, spares, and toiletries. My second thought last night was to replace the trusty Carradice longflap bag with the large Wald basket and shopsack I have sitting here - similar to what I use on the front of my Quickbeam, but larger and mounted on the rear. Tonight I'll lay out everything I need to carry, and see just how much room I really need. The large shopsack would be more than ample, a dry bag would provide the extra space I need beyond the Carradice. - Andrew, Berkeley -- 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] Gransfors Bruks Hatchets
Hi All Looking through Manny's photos (many thanks Manny for sharing and great stuff) I saw that there is a photo of the new hand hatchet in the Gransfors Bruks range. I remember when Rivendell were selling these a few years ago and loved the design and the ethos behind the company (not too dissimilar to Great Pacific Ironworks unless I'm mistaken). It seemed consistent with Riv's philosophy of a simple, quality (honesty perhaps) that over a lifetime would offer value and just get more beautiful with age and use. However, I never did spring for one because I couldn't see how I would use it on a bike camping trip (and not look like slightly Jack Nicholson in the Shining)... I know they're highly revered in bushcraft circles: I googled and can see how they are a nice compromise between a larger axe and smaller bushcraft knife and can do the tasks of both well in skilled hands; making tent pegs, feathering sticks for kindling, making simple shelters, skinning fish, making traps etc. But, I imagine that most of us would use a tents, will take straightforward food and would be using a stove of some sort - perhaps the Trangia (another wonderfully designed item) which burns meths. Weight's not so much an issue (0.5kg) but it's a dense item and transport may be (perhaps wrapped in tincloth in a pannier would be fine). So, it's not like it's a bandana that we're chucking in here... So, I guess my rambling question is, if you've got one, how d'ya use it on bike trips? Chris -- 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: San Juan Islands Tour Advice
My wife worked at Friday Harbor Labs one summer and sometimes she would hitch a ride on this back to Port Townsend. http://www.pugetsoundexpress.com/whale-watching-and-wildlife-tours/san-juan-island-ferry/ This has nothing to do with your Seattle to Anacortes route but others have noted the bike riding advantages on the west side of Puget Sound. On Monday, May 13, 2013 5:42:32 PM UTC-7, Adam wrote: Greetings All, Planning a tour this summer for my wife and I up to the San Juan Islands. We have about two weeks to spend on my Hillborne and her Atlantis exploring the area. We live in Berkeley and are planning to take the amtrak up and then ferry and cycle around. I know there are a bunch of NorWesters on this list and wanted to ask some advice. We'll likely try to spend at least a day or two in Portland on our way back as well. Is the Seattle Amtrak the best station to get off? If so, does this look like a good route to get to the ferry? http://goo.gl/maps/uxOqM Any campsites along that route that are recommended? Any words of wisdom about the islands themselves (things we must see/avoid)? Looking forward to sharing images with the list when we return and also open to any recommendations as they emerge. Cheers, Adam -- 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: FS: Large assortment of nearly new and classical parts
Forgot two important things: Utegra 9 spd triple crankset. Photos at: https://plus.google.com/photos/110692344592863063357/albums/5878216109144936897?gpinv=AMIXal_q-An2xko7DkOjHN85HyZlrbtEzoP2Qb3TUTcWWlkkfVzdvTacmOnE7JB66RYlgPMslf0lXwa0t0jjVnwFIZ9T9etYM0U1Ozz-Eo5O_lba_4uxdzccfem=1 On Wednesday, May 15, 2013 9:13:08 AM UTC-4, Michael Hechmer wrote: I spent the winter cleaning out my house, now its time to clean out the shop. All prices are plus shipping Rear Derailleurs: Campy NR, purchased new in 1983, in good condition - $35 Campy Chorus, purchased new in 1988, in beautiful condition - $65 Campy Centaur, new around 2005, good condition, long cage - $65 Suntour Superbe -$35 Shimano Deore XT - $35 Front Derailleur - Suntour Cyclone MII “Touring” - $20 Shifters: Campy NR DT- $10 Campy Chorus DT, 7spd, only work in friction mode now - $10 DuraAce - DT $10 Shimano Ultegra 9spd Brifters - $35 Shimano 8spd Bar Ends - $25 Brakes: Side Pulls: Ultegra BR 6500 (39-47) $25 Ultegra BR -R600 (47-57) $50 Campy Grand Sport (47-57) Single Pivot, NR Quality - $25 Cantilever Tektro CR 720 New, These are same design as Riv model but very hi polish $45 StandardRack adapter bolts, New - $10 Levers Mafac NOS $75 Dia Compe $15 Suntour Superbe $25 Bars Stems Nitto 0356 44cm nice bend with indent for cable $35 Marks Bars 42 cm - wrapped used for two weeks before deciding on a longer stem return to Noodles $70 Cinelli Bar (42) Stem (11) very comfortable bend, short quill - $25 Nitto Pearl Stem, gorgeous - 13cm - $50 Nittto Tallex 8 CM, used for two weeks $35 Fork - Chromed Steel with Canti studs, generous tire clearance nice bend, 1” threaded $50 Decaleur - VO $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] Re: For Sale: Lovingly Used Burley Piccolo with two racks
I have some hours with the Burley, and believe it is much better than the alternatives because of the attachment point on the rack. Many other trail-a-bikes attach on the seatpost, and in addition to other drawbacks, are for Riv owners a threat to the high point on the lug. I found my piccolo on the secondary market, don't believe they are still sold in the States. I feel the bittersweetness on the reason for the sale, time flies. Rick. -- 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] Dynamo charging system
Brian, At times I was powering a headlight and taillight. On Wednesday, May 15, 2013 10:18:38 AM UTC-4, stonehog wrote: Shawn - was the bright bike the only device drawing from the dynamo, or did you also power lights? Mobile Brian Hanson On May 15, 2013, at 6:12 AM, shawn shawn@yahoo.com javascript: wrote: For those of you who may be looking into a charging system for your dynamo hub I thought I would share my recent experience with The Bright Bike Revolution. http://www.brightbikelabs.com/products/bright-bike-revolution Last week I used the Revolution on a GAP-CO tour and it performed perfectly. The Revolution kept our Iphones charged throughout the tour, even during two days of solid rain. Here is a picture of it mounted to my bike. http://www.flickr.com/photos/greenwayrider/8741419984/in/photostream The Revolution worked as advertised and thus far it seems to be a viable solution for those who would like to have the capability to charge their electronic devices from a dynamo hub. Cheers Shawn -- 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. -- 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] Seeking advice for Oregon bike trip
Oregonian Riv listers - I'm deep into planning a bike trip for late August (more or less 23rd to 31st) and want to ride in the Cascades area. I'd love to get feedback from folks on my proposed route, and any information on a couple of questions. I'm going with a friend, we are NOT campers, so motel/cabins/whatever for lodging (not picky). We're distance bikers used to climbing (in the East), who love to stop and take in scenery, take pictures, picnic, etc. We don't mind long days, and are more interested in the day's journey than the end location. I've identified places to stay for each overnight, and we'll carry enough water and food for each day (if no services available). Oh, because of my friend's work schedule and family stuff, we've really only got 7 days for biking, though might be able to squeeze one more in if we can get exactly right flight timing.Here's our proposal (mileages are somewhat approximate though I've checked online mapping programs in detail so I think estimates are close):Rainbow to Oakridge (Auferheide Hwy) - 64 milesOakridge to Diamond Lake (I know it's part highway) - 86Diamond Lake to Crater Lake Mazama or Lodge - 42-50Crater Lake to Crescent Lake - 70Crescent Lake to Bend (Cascades Scenic Hwy) - 75Bend to Sisters - 30Sisters to Rainbow - 45Questions -Does anyone have information about Windigo Pass Road between Crescent Lake and Diamond Lake? Web research leads to a report of a touring cyclist who turned back because he thought it wasn't doable. But I'm wondering. Have also read 3 trip descriptions of cyclists who did the Hwy 97 Hwy 138 sections and found them doable, if not as fun as the more rural roads for other sections of this same tour.Is doing Cascades Scenic Hwy in one day shortchanging the route, that is, not leaving enough time to enjoy the scenery. There is at least one place to stay (cabins at a campground) midway between Crescent Lake Bend. Staying there would mean we'd probably not overnight in Bend, but go on to Sisters for the overnight. Do we miss a great overnight in Bend or do we give more time to the scenic ride?Any suggestions for places to stay in Bend or Sisters?Your feedback is much much appreciated,JoanWho has biked a lot in the west: across Washington State, Sierra Mountains in Nevada, across all of southern Utah so if this part of Oregon is anything like any of those places, I'd have an idea of what to expect. -- 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: FS: 55cm Betty Foy New in Box
Did you ever sell the Betty? I have a sister I'm trying to talk into getting one... -- 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: SoCal Summer Rides
I'm up for any and all but would vote for the the Santa Monica's ride 1st. Lock Leven sounds fun too. San Clemente is good for hot days inland,perhaps later in the summer. ~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.
[RBW] Re: FS: Large assortment of nearly new and classical parts
I'd take the tallux 8cm..peterg -- 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] FS: Large assortment of nearly new and classical parts
michael, i would like the shimano 8 speed bar ends and ultegra 9 speed brifters if available. i assume the right side is friction/index, left side friction only for the 8 speed bar ends mike goldman warwick,r.i. Silver loophole Weird trick lets you collect silver from practically any bank http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL3131/5193b075581fc3075304ast01duc -- 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] Devil's slide tunnel
Doug, Planet of the Apes (a.k.a. Old San Pedro Mountain Road) used to be the main road from South San Francisco/Pacifica to the coast/Half Moon Bay, etc. The old old Highway 1 as it were. The Devil's Slide Highway 1 route was created to replace it, and now it's a dilapidated, crumbling, sometimes-paved, sometimes-not path used by hikers and cyclists. It's pretty fun to ride. But, as Ray mentioned, if you are carrying a heavy or wide load, you may find it tedious. I have a few pics of it in the first part of this set: *http://tinyurl.com/4xgu4ye* Feel free to e-mail me when you get closer to your trip, if you need more specifics on how to get to the trail head from SF. Best, Lee On Tuesday, May 14, 2013 8:24:35 PM UTC-7, dougP wrote: For those of us out of the area, what is the Planet of the Apes route? I may ride from San Francisco south this summer an alternate to the Devil's Slide area would be neat. For some silly reason I assumed The Old Road would be available for cycling as soon as the tunnel opened. dougP On Tuesday, May 14, 2013 1:24:41 PM UTC-7, Anne Paulson wrote: How much of the road does the tunnel bypass? When I went through there a few years ago, it looked like the tunnel started half way up the hill, so you'd have to ride on the narrow busy road to get there. We went through at rush hour. I thought I was going to die. Planet of the Apes for me next time. On Tue, May 14, 2013 at 1:22 PM, Way Rebb gray...@mac.com wrote: Hello, Has anyone been down around the devil's slide area since the tunnel opened? I might be taking the Hillborne down to HMB or SC next week for a few days. It'd be nice to see the old coast road with no traffic! -- 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. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@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. -- -- Anne Paulson My hovercraft is full of eels -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To 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: San Juan Islands Tour Advice
One question, Jan. You mentioned that WA State Parks can't turn you away if you arrived non-motorized. I've heard that before, but it's always been apocryphal; I've never been able to find an explicit statement of that as policy. Do you have a link or something? I BELIEVE that it's true, but I've always had this nagging fear that an overworked ranger or campground host is going to try to move me along after a long day in the saddle... As for the San Juans, I wouldn't skip Orcas just because it's summer if that was the only time I could visit. If you you're coming from out of the area, and don't get up here often, I say check it out. As noted, and in more detail than I'll indulge in, there are a number of ways to piece together a route. That said, IMHO the I-5 corridor leaves much to be desired, Centennial Trail notwithstanding. If it were my trip (and it might be, come September), I'd Amtrack to Seattle, hop the Ferry to Bainbridge Island (the terminal is about 4 blocks from the train station), ride to Port Townsend, Ferry to Whidbey, ride to Anacortes and catch the island hopper to the islands. Bear in mind that if you decide to take in Victoria, BC, you'll have to depart from Anacortes directly, but it's totally worth it; both for Victoria and the ferry ride. Cheers, Shawn Seattle, WA On Tuesday, May 14, 2013 4:53:46 PM UTC-7, Jan Heine wrote: There is some really good advice here. Generally, each island is unlikely to keep you occupied cycling for more than 1-2 days. Orcas indeed is best avoided in the summer. A nice route would be to go from Seattle via Bainbridge Island to Pt. Townsend. The town is worth a trip by itself. From there, head over to Whidbey Island, which means you avoid the busy southern part. Then Anacortes and the islands. On the way back, go inland and take the old RSVP (an organized ride by the Cascade Bike Club) back to Seattle. Seattle - Pt. Townsend is 60 miles or a day - it's quite hilly if you take back roads. Pt. Townsend to Anacortes is half a day. Anacortes - Seattle via the inland route is 100 miles, but not very hilly. That round-trip might occupy you for 10-14 days if you take your time and take in the sights. Plan a day in Pt. Townsend. If you run out of stuff to do, consider checking out the Canadian Gulf Islands. I found them lovely, and much less crowded. Make sure you seek out good backroads on the legs off the San Juan islands. The main roads aren't much fun for cycling. Final note: WA State Parks cannot turn you away if you arrive non-motorized, so they'll let you camp somewhere even if the campground is full and you have no reservation. Final note 2: Ferries can be seriously behind schedule in the summer, but at least you'll get on with your bike, where cars may have to wait for a ferry or two until they get to the front of the line. Jan Heine Editor Bicycle Quarterly http://www.bikequarterly.com Follow our blog at http://janheine.wordpress.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] Seeking advice for Oregon bike trip
I rode the Sierra Cascades last summer. Our group did not do Windigo Pass; however, we did hear about it from southbound cyclists. And I also have a friend who did it. We went through in early July, when the mosquitos were just hatching, and heard that at that time the mosquitos in the Windigo Pass area were horrible and the surface was difficult. We went north over Crater Lake, and turned right at 138. That area seemed like practically a desert, but when I stopped at that corner to put on sunblock I was mobbed by mosquitoes. A friend who was going south on the Sierra Cascades in late August 2010, and who, like me, generally loves to take unpaved roads, did Windigo Pass and didn't like it. He said the surface was loose and difficult. This friend and I rode cross-country in 2006, delighting in taking gravel roads instead of paved roads when we could; he is not one of those frail flowers who can't have their tires touch a piece of gravel. How are you planning to get from Crater Lake to Crescent Lake? Backtracking past the lake, or going around via Klamath Falls? I don't recommend the latter. The road from Crater Lakes to Klamath Falls is fine, but the part of 97 that we rode, from Highway 138 to Highway 58, was nothing much. It wasn't awful, and it was perfectly safe, but it was rather dreary, hot and bare. On Wed, May 15, 2013 at 8:11 AM, Joan Oppel oppel...@verizon.net wrote: Oregonian Riv listers - I'm deep into planning a bike trip for late August (more or less 23rd to 31st) and want to ride in the Cascades area. I'd love to get feedback from folks on my proposed route, and any information on a couple of questions. I'm going with a friend, we are NOT campers, so motel/cabins/whatever for lodging (not picky). We're distance bikers used to climbing (in the East), who love to stop and take in scenery, take pictures, picnic, etc. We don't mind long days, and are more interested in the day's journey than the end location. I've identified places to stay for each overnight, and we'll carry enough water and food for each day (if no services available). Oh, because of my friend's work schedule and family stuff, we've really only got 7 days for biking, though might be able to squeeze one more in if we can get exactly right flight timing. Here's our proposal (mileages are somewhat approximate though I've checked online mapping programs in detail so I think estimates are close): Rainbow to Oakridge (Auferheide Hwy) - 64 miles Oakridge to Diamond Lake (I know it's part highway) - 86 Diamond Lake to Crater Lake Mazama or Lodge - 42-50 Crater Lake to Crescent Lake - 70 Crescent Lake to Bend (Cascades Scenic Hwy) - 75 Bend to Sisters - 30 Sisters to Rainbow - 45 Questions - Does anyone have information about Windigo Pass Road between Crescent Lake and Diamond Lake? Web research leads to a report of a touring cyclist who turned back because he thought it wasn't doable. But I'm wondering. Have also read 3 trip descriptions of cyclists who did the Hwy 97 Hwy 138 sections and found them doable, if not as fun as the more rural roads for other sections of this same tour. Is doing Cascades Scenic Hwy in one day shortchanging the route, that is, not leaving enough time to enjoy the scenery. There is at least one place to stay (cabins at a campground) midway between Crescent Lake Bend. Staying there would mean we'd probably not overnight in Bend, but go on to Sisters for the overnight. Do we miss a great overnight in Bend or do we give more time to the scenic ride? Any suggestions for places to stay in Bend or Sisters? Your feedback is much much appreciated, Joan Who has biked a lot in the west: across Washington State, Sierra Mountains in Nevada, across all of southern Utah so if this part of Oregon is anything like any of those places, I'd have an idea of what to expect. -- 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. -- -- Anne Paulson My hovercraft is full of eels -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To 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: Gransfors Bruks Hatchets
I don't carry a hatchet, I usually do okay with a pocket knife. I suppose if you were starting a large fire and couldn't find any downed, brittle wood, or were going to be out for an extended period of time it could be very useful. On short bike trips, it isn't usually needed, but the folks I know that have and carry them always find a use. It may not be needed but -- 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: Re: [RBW] Seeking advice for Oregon bike trip
Great info on Windigo. So we'll skip it. How are you planning to get from Crater Lake to Crescent Lake? Backtracking past the lake, or going around via Klamath Falls? -- we are planning to backtrack around past the lake, I assume you mean Crater Lake. The idea is to ride the east rim, then go to Mazama or the Lodge. Then ride the west rim, connecting to the road backtracking to Rt 138. Many thanks,JoanOn 05/15/13, Anne Paulsonanne.paul...@gmail.com wrote:I rode the Sierra Cascades last summer. Our group did not do Windigo Pass; however, we did hear about it from southbound cyclists. And I also have a friend who did it. We went through in early July, when the mosquitos were just hatching, and heard that at that time the mosquitos in the Windigo Pass area were horrible and the surface was difficult. We went north over Crater Lake, and turned right at 138. That area seemed like practically a desert, but when I stopped at that corner to put on sunblock I was mobbed by mosquitoes.A friend who was going south on the Sierra Cascades in late August 2010, and who, like me, generally loves to take unpaved roads, did Windigo Pass and didn't like it. He said the surface was loose and difficult. This friend and I rode cross-country in 2006, delighting in taking gravel roads instead of paved roads when we could; he is not one of those frail flowers who can't have their tires touch a piece of gravel.How are you planning to get from Crater Lake to Crescent Lake? Backtracking past the lake, or going around via Klamath Falls? I don't recommend the latter. The road from Crater Lakes to Klamath Falls is fine, but the part of 97 that we rode, from Highway 138 to Highway 58, was nothing much. It wasn't awful, and it was perfectly safe, but it was rather dreary, hot and bare. On Wed, May 15, 2013 at 8:11 AM, Joan Oppel oppel...@verizon.net wrote:Oregonian Riv listers - I'm deep into planning a bike trip for late August (more or less 23rd to 31st) and want to ride in the Cascades area. I'd love to get feedback from folks on my proposed route, and any information on a couple of questions. I'm going with a friend, we are NOT campers, so motel/cabins/whatever for lodging (not picky). We're distance bikers used to climbing (in the East), who love to stop and take in scenery, take pictures, picnic, etc. We don't mind long days, and are more interested in the day's journey than the end location. I've identified places to stay for each overnight, and we'll carry enough water and food for each day (if no services available). Oh, because of my friend's work schedule and family stuff, we've really only got 7 days for biking, though might be able to squeeze one more in if we can get exactly right flight timing.Here's our proposal (mileages are somewhat approximate though I've checked online mapping programs in detail so I think estimates are close):Rainbow to Oakridge (Auferheide Hwy) - 64 milesOakridge to Diamond Lake (I know it's part highway) - 86Diamond Lake to Crater Lake Mazama or Lodge - 42-50Crater Lake to Crescent Lake - 70Crescent Lake to Bend (Cascades Scenic Hwy) - 75Bend to Sisters - 30Sisters to Rainbow - 45Questions -Does anyone have information about Windigo Pass Road between Crescent Lake and Diamond Lake? Web research leads to a report of a touring cyclist who turned back because he thought it wasn't doable. But I'm wondering. Have also read 3 trip descriptions of cyclists who did the Hwy 97 Hwy 138 sections and found them doable, if not as fun as the more rural roads for other sections of this same tour.Is doing Cascades Scenic Hwy in one day shortchanging the route, that is, not leaving enough time to enjoy the scenery. There is at least one place to stay (cabins at a campground) midway between Crescent Lake Bend. Staying there would mean we'd probably not overnight in Bend, but go on to Sisters for the overnight. Do we miss a great overnight in Bend or do we give more time to the scenic ride?Any suggestions for places to stay in Bend or Sisters?Your feedback is much much appreciated,JoanWho has biked a lot in the west: across Washington State, Sierra Mountains in Nevada, across all of southern Utah so if this part of Oregon is anything like any of those places, I'd have an idea of what to expect.-- 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.-- -- Anne PaulsonMy hovercraft is full of eels-- 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
[RBW] Re: Gransfors Bruks Hatchets
A large knife is a recent addition to my bike camping tool belt. The reason I bought it was because I went on a few trips last year and people were able to chop bought firewood with their large knives. I'd always gathered sticks, pine needles, leaves, moss, and the like for kindling, but seeing how quick and easy it was to baton wood, I decided to get a suitable knife. Pic proves batoning wood is fast effective and fun... http://www.flickr.com/photos/15966859@N07/8692586913/ I would use a hatchet in the same way. --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] Bike Lanes vs. Bike Paths vs. On-Road Cycling
It's something that many listmembers seem to care about, so here is a heads-up on today's blog post. http://janheine.wordpress.com/2013/05/15/bike-to-work-3-separate-or-equal/ Feel free to join the discussion. Jan Heine Editor Bicycle Quarterly http://www.bikequarterly.com Follow our blog at http://janheine.wordpress.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: Re: [RBW] Seeking advice for Oregon bike trip
PS: I don't have any recommendations on places to stay in either Bend or Sisters; we camped outside Bend. But if you've never been to either, here's the scoop. Bend is a city, a nice little city focussed on outdoor recreation, the kind of place it'll take a half hour or more to cycle through. I'm positive there are many motels and BBs. Sisters is a small town about three or four blocks long. It hosts a quilt show every summer; I would expect it has a couple of motels. On Wed, May 15, 2013 at 9:20 AM, Joan Oppel oppel...@verizon.net wrote: Great info on Windigo. So we'll skip it. How are you planning to get from Crater Lake to Crescent Lake? Backtracking past the lake, or going around via Klamath Falls? -- we are planning to backtrack around past the lake, I assume you mean Crater Lake. The idea is to ride the east rim, then go to Mazama or the Lodge. Then ride the west rim, connecting to the road backtracking to Rt 138. Many thanks, Joan On 05/15/13, Anne Paulsonanne.paul...@gmail.com wrote: I rode the Sierra Cascades last summer. Our group did not do Windigo Pass; however, we did hear about it from southbound cyclists. And I also have a friend who did it. We went through in early July, when the mosquitos were just hatching, and heard that at that time the mosquitos in the Windigo Pass area were horrible and the surface was difficult. We went north over Crater Lake, and turned right at 138. That area seemed like practically a desert, but when I stopped at that corner to put on sunblock I was mobbed by mosquitoes. A friend who was going south on the Sierra Cascades in late August 2010, and who, like me, generally loves to take unpaved roads, did Windigo Pass and didn't like it. He said the surface was loose and difficult. This friend and I rode cross-country in 2006, delighting in taking gravel roads instead of paved roads when we could; he is not one of those frail flowers who can't have their tires touch a piece of gravel. How are you planning to get from Crater Lake to Crescent Lake? Backtracking past the lake, or going around via Klamath Falls? I don't recommend the latter. The road from Crater Lakes to Klamath Falls is fine, but the part of 97 that we rode, from Highway 138 to Highway 58, was nothing much. It wasn't awful, and it was perfectly safe, but it was rather dreary, hot and bare. On Wed, May 15, 2013 at 8:11 AM, Joan Oppel oppel...@verizon.net wrote: Oregonian Riv listers - I'm deep into planning a bike trip for late August (more or less 23rd to 31st) and want to ride in the Cascades area. I'd love to get feedback from folks on my proposed route, and any information on a couple of questions. I'm going with a friend, we are NOT campers, so motel/cabins/whatever for lodging (not picky). We're distance bikers used to climbing (in the East), who love to stop and take in scenery, take pictures, picnic, etc. We don't mind long days, and are more interested in the day's journey than the end location. I've identified places to stay for each overnight, and we'll carry enough water and food for each day (if no services available). Oh, because of my friend's work schedule and family stuff, we've really only got 7 days for biking, though might be able to squeeze one more in if we can get exactly right flight timing. Here's our proposal (mileages are somewhat approximate though I've checked online mapping programs in detail so I think estimates are close): Rainbow to Oakridge (Auferheide Hwy) - 64 miles Oakridge to Diamond Lake (I know it's part highway) - 86 Diamond Lake to Crater Lake Mazama or Lodge - 42-50 Crater Lake to Crescent Lake - 70 Crescent Lake to Bend (Cascades Scenic Hwy) - 75 Bend to Sisters - 30 Sisters to Rainbow - 45 Questions - Does anyone have information about Windigo Pass Road between Crescent Lake and Diamond Lake? Web research leads to a report of a touring cyclist who turned back because he thought it wasn't doable. But I'm wondering. Have also read 3 trip descriptions of cyclists who did the Hwy 97 Hwy 138 sections and found them doable, if not as fun as the more rural roads for other sections of this same tour. Is doing Cascades Scenic Hwy in one day shortchanging the route, that is, not leaving enough time to enjoy the scenery. There is at least one place to stay (cabins at a campground) midway between Crescent Lake Bend. Staying there would mean we'd probably not overnight in Bend, but go on to Sisters for the overnight. Do we miss a great overnight in Bend or do we give more time to the scenic ride? Any suggestions for places to stay in Bend or Sisters? Your feedback is much much appreciated, Joan Who has biked a lot in the west: across Washington State, Sierra Mountains in Nevada, across all of southern Utah so if this part of Oregon is anything like any of those places, I'd have an idea of what to expect. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the
Re: [RBW] Bike Lanes vs. Bike Paths vs. On-Road Cycling
Thanks, Jan. You have accurately summarized a troublesome situation. In the dumbing down of nearly everything in the US I am concerned that mandatory bike paths may become the norm without regard to the fact that for most cyclists they are not safer. It is the American Way to come up with an oversimplified solution to a perceived problem and then mandate that as the one-size-fits-all answer. I am often instructed by motorists to get on the bike path when I ride in the street alongside a mixed-use path. The idea seems to be We spent all this money to construct this bike path for you damn cyclists, now use it. The Motoring Public is not ready to accept the fact that bike paths are not safer. Good job. -jb On Wed, May 15, 2013 at 11:30 AM, Jan Heine hein...@earthlink.net wrote: It's something that many listmembers seem to care about, so here is a heads-up on today's blog post. http://janheine.wordpress.com/2013/05/15/bike-to-work-3-separate-or-equal/ Feel free to join the discussion. Jan Heine Editor Bicycle Quarterly http://www.bikequarterly.com Follow our blog at http://janheine.wordpress.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. -- John Blish Minneapolis MN USA -- 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: Devil's slide tunnel
I rode up Planet of the Apes, down the dirt to the highway then north back through the new tunnel on Saturday. The stretch of road immediately before the tunnel is pretty dicey. No shoulder at all (not an exaggeration, none) and fast traffic taking the blind turns at speed. And once you're out, you have to merge into the car lane again, and they've picked up speed in the tunnel. That said, I survived! Once you're in the tunnel the bike lane is as wide as the car lane. Hope a motorist won't confuse it for a passing lane though. It's neat in there, with huge fans blowing. Two things made me not want to do it again though: the tunnel amplified a motorcycle exhaust ripping through there so loud it was.. unpleasant, and it had to be 100 degrees in there, despite being a cool Pacifica day. The opposite is taking the PoftheApes. Quiet, secluded, maybe a bit challenging, cool, ocean views. The old condemned part of the highway did not appear to be open yet. It will be a neat loop if/when they do. On Tuesday, May 14, 2013 1:22:19 PM UTC-7, Way Rebb wrote: Hello, Has anyone been down around the devil's slide area since the tunnel opened? I might be taking the Hillborne down to HMB or SC next week for a few days. It'd be nice to see the old coast road with no traffic! -- 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: Seattle vs Portland Country Bike Rumble - June 1st
One thought about starting/ending in Randle... not sure we have many options for places to leave cars... especially if we go overnight. -- 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] Devil's slide tunnel
He describes the road surface as scrofulous! Is Henry Kingman still riding and writing? Philip www.biketinker.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] Bike Lanes vs. Bike Paths vs. On-Road Cycling
As someone who braves the streets of non-hipsterized Brooklyn it was an interesting read to see how cities with at least attempting to help cyclists, attempt being the key word. I agree that riding headlong into traffic, even with a divider is an awful idea that I could never do. To be honest in the parts of Brooklyn without any kind of path its safer because drivers don't have that line painted on the road that makes them feel all fuzzy and warm that you aren't going to die. With no sharrows we all have to just share the road and it makes drivers more aware of you and gives you more of a sense of purpose on the road rather than some second class citizen that belongs on their path. if I see a lot of car doors opening on a road or know there are people getting in and out like at a school I just ride in the lane like a car, and people just have to deal for a minute or two, with so many lights no one is going anywhere that fast anyway, why should we have to ride in the death zone where all the car doors are? On Wed, May 15, 2013 at 1:01 PM, John Blish jbl...@gmail.com wrote: Thanks, Jan. You have accurately summarized a troublesome situation. In the dumbing down of nearly everything in the US I am concerned that mandatory bike paths may become the norm without regard to the fact that for most cyclists they are not safer. It is the American Way to come up with an oversimplified solution to a perceived problem and then mandate that as the one-size-fits-all answer. I am often instructed by motorists to get on the bike path when I ride in the street alongside a mixed-use path. The idea seems to be We spent all this money to construct this bike path for you damn cyclists, now use it. The Motoring Public is not ready to accept the fact that bike paths are not safer. Good job. -jb On Wed, May 15, 2013 at 11:30 AM, Jan Heine hein...@earthlink.net wrote: It's something that many listmembers seem to care about, so here is a heads-up on today's blog post. http://janheine.wordpress.com/2013/05/15/bike-to-work-3-separate-or-equal/ Feel free to join the discussion. Jan Heine Editor Bicycle Quarterly http://www.bikequarterly.com Follow our blog at http://janheine.wordpress.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. -- John Blish Minneapolis MN USA -- 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: For Sale: Lovingly Used Burley Piccolo with two racks
Rick I agree that it is by far the sturdiest and safest one to use. On Wednesday, May 15, 2013 8:02:49 AM UTC-7, Rick wrote: I have some hours with the Burley, and believe it is much better than the alternatives because of the attachment point on the rack. Many other trail-a-bikes attach on the seatpost, and in addition to other drawbacks, are for Riv owners a threat to the high point on the lug. I found my piccolo on the secondary market, don't believe they are still sold in the States. I feel the bittersweetness on the reason for the sale, time flies. Rick. -- 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] Gransfors Bruks Hatchets
I use a Kelly Kettle Stove, which burns a small amount of wood to boil water and grill steak etc. At first I carried my wee hatchet I've had since I was 7, but my bare hands and on occasion Swiss Army knife handle all the work I need to do, so I leave it home now. The only real use for it would be to pound in tent stakes, but there's always a rock available on sight. Hope that helps. With abandon, Patrick -- 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: San Juan Islands Tour Advice
Oh man, I want to go touring! Any idea where does the ACA route goes? Does it hug the east side of all those islands? On Wednesday, May 15, 2013 10:03:14 AM UTC-6, shawn m. wrote: As for the San Juans, I wouldn't skip Orcas just because it's summer if that was the only time I could visit. If you you're coming from out of the area, and don't get up here often, I say check it out. As noted, and in more detail than I'll indulge in, there are a number of ways to piece together a route. That said, IMHO the I-5 corridor leaves much to be desired, Centennial Trail notwithstanding. If it were my trip (and it might be, come September), I'd Amtrack to Seattle, hop the Ferry to Bainbridge Island (the terminal is about 4 blocks from the train station), ride to Port Townsend, Ferry to Whidbey, ride to Anacortes and catch the island hopper to the islands. Bear in mind that if you decide to take in Victoria, BC, you'll have to depart from Anacortes directly, but it's totally worth it; both for Victoria and the ferry ride. Cheers, Shawn Seattle, WA On Tuesday, May 14, 2013 4:53:46 PM UTC-7, Jan Heine wrote: There is some really good advice here. Generally, each island is unlikely to keep you occupied cycling for more than 1-2 days. Orcas indeed is best avoided in the summer. A nice route would be to go from Seattle via Bainbridge Island to Pt. Townsend. The town is worth a trip by itself. From there, head over to Whidbey Island, which means you avoid the busy southern part. Then Anacortes and the islands. On the way back, go inland and take the old RSVP (an organized ride by the Cascade Bike Club) back to Seattle. Seattle - Pt. Townsend is 60 miles or a day - it's quite hilly if you take back roads. Pt. Townsend to Anacortes is half a day. Anacortes - Seattle via the inland route is 100 miles, but not very hilly. That round-trip might occupy you for 10-14 days if you take your time and take in the sights. Plan a day in Pt. Townsend. If you run out of stuff to do, consider checking out the Canadian Gulf Islands. I found them lovely, and much less crowded. Make sure you seek out good backroads on the legs off the San Juan islands. The main roads aren't much fun for cycling. Final note: WA State Parks cannot turn you away if you arrive non-motorized, so they'll let you camp somewhere even if the campground is full and you have no reservation. Final note 2: Ferries can be seriously behind schedule in the summer, but at least you'll get on with your bike, where cars may have to wait for a ferry or two until they get to the front of the line. Jan Heine Editor Bicycle Quarterly http://www.bikequarterly.com Follow our blog at http://janheine.wordpress.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] ISO 32 hole, disk-specific, front hub, preferably black.
For the Fargo's fat wheelset; black to match rear hub. Reason: current dynohub will go to the Ram. Trades? What do you need? Cash? How much? Need not be fancy, but must be smooth and decent looking. Thanks. -- http://resumespecialties.com/index.html patrickmo...@resumespecialties.com Albuquerque, 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] Re: Let's ride to the Swift Industries camp stove cookery class May 19th
See you there, Rob. I rode the part of the trail I'd never been on before (Bothell to U District) last night and it was pretty awesome. Such nice views along the water. Who says Rail Trails have to be boring? -- 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: FS/FT - Shimano CX70 Cantilever Brakes (New)
Price dropped to $90 + actual shipping cost. Thanks! On Friday, May 3, 2013 7:40:44 PM UTC-4, Chris wrote: One set of Shimano CX70 Cantilever Brakeshttp://www.rivbike.com/product-p/brc3.htm. Front and Rear,good for one bike. New in box. FS - $110, shipped to Continental US FT - for a pair of Grand Bois Cyprès 700C (32mm) tires Please reply off list. 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: San Juan Islands Tour Advice
Sam, here is the Pacific Coast info. You can see more info under details for each section. http://www.adventurecycling.org/routes-and-maps/adventure-cycling-route-network/pacific-coast/ With abandon, Patrick -- 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: Devil's slide tunnel
The old road is closed. You can't go on it like Lee said. I've ridden the tunnel both ways numerous times and I find it safe and acceptable. Get there early (before 9am) or late in the day and you should be fine. Regardless one should feel comfortable riding with some traffic for about 2-3 miles on either side of the Tunnel. The narrow shoulder is only for a short section before and after the Tunnel. The tunnel has a HUGE shoulder and cars are going relatively slow, and the tunnel is well lit and vented. When exiting the tunnel, wait or time yourself for a break in the traffic (traffic pulses through here due to traffic lights in Pacifica/Linda Mar) and take the lane till the shoulder reappears. People will usually wait for you to get to Moss Beach. Pluses for the tunnel are it is quicker, you get to ride through a tunnel under a mountain, and you get to ride along the cliffs and the ocean. If this sounds like too much ride Planet of the Apes, which adds some dirt adventure, more miles and climbing, and about half hour to hour more riding time. Plus, getting to the start of Planet can be a bit tricky if you don't know where it is. Gabe On Tuesday, May 14, 2013 1:22:19 PM UTC-7, Way Rebb wrote: Hello, Has anyone been down around the devil's slide area since the tunnel opened? I might be taking the Hillborne down to HMB or SC next week for a few days. It'd be nice to see the old coast road with no traffic! -- 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] Gransfors Bruks Hatchets
I have no need of an axe or hatchet but I have to admit, after looking at the Gransfors website (in translation) I can't imagine how I've made it through 55 years without one. :-) The US importers site (grandforest.us) there's a great little book, The Axe Book (http://www.grandforest.us/TheAxeBook.pdf) which reminds a lot of the Reader. Aloha, Bob On Tue, May 14, 2013 at 10:57 PM, ChrisB chrisbjo...@gmail.com wrote: Hi All Looking through Manny's photos (many thanks Manny for sharing and great stuff) I saw that there is a photo of the new hand hatchet in the Gransfors Bruks range. I remember when Rivendell were selling these a few years ago and loved the design and the ethos behind the company (not too dissimilar to Great Pacific Ironworks unless I'm mistaken). It seemed consistent with Riv's philosophy of a simple, quality (honesty perhaps) that over a lifetime would offer value and just get more beautiful with age and use. However, I never did spring for one because I couldn't see how I would use it on a bike camping trip (and not look like slightly Jack Nicholson in the Shining)... I know they're highly revered in bushcraft circles: I googled and can see how they are a nice compromise between a larger axe and smaller bushcraft knife and can do the tasks of both well in skilled hands; making tent pegs, feathering sticks for kindling, making simple shelters, skinning fish, making traps etc. But, I imagine that most of us would use a tents, will take straightforward food and would be using a stove of some sort - perhaps the Trangia (another wonderfully designed item) which burns meths. Weight's not so much an issue (0.5kg) but it's a dense item and transport may be (perhaps wrapped in tincloth in a pannier would be fine). So, it's not like it's a bandana that we're chucking in here... So, I guess my rambling question is, if you've got one, how d'ya use it on bike trips? Chris -- 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. -- Robert Harrison Honolulu, HI rfharri...@gmail.com statrix.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: San Juan Islands Tour Advice
Here is the complete network map of Adventure Cycling's routes: http://www.adventurecycling.org/tasks/render/file/index.cfm?fileid=DEAF1E72-CBF7-4E83-8F0A0B4605CA2014 With abandon, Patrick -- 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] FS front wheel
FS, a Rich built, 700c F36 Synergy LX front wheel. Lonely, and needs a new home. approx. 3000miles on it. Asking $60 shipped US. Contact off site if interested. Rusty -- 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] Devil's slide tunnel
Anne: Thanks for the route slip description. This definitely sounds worth doing. Lee: Great photos. Looks like your group had a wonderful adventure. Those old used-to-be-paved type of roads make for great cycling. dougP On Tuesday, May 14, 2013 8:33:06 PM UTC-7, Anne Paulson wrote: http://www.milly.org/hkingman/resume/potar.htm On Tue, May 14, 2013 at 8:24 PM, dougP doug...@cox.net javascript:wrote: For those of us out of the area, what is the Planet of the Apes route? I may ride from San Francisco south this summer an alternate to the Devil's Slide area would be neat. For some silly reason I assumed The Old Road would be available for cycling as soon as the tunnel opened. dougP On Tuesday, May 14, 2013 1:24:41 PM UTC-7, Anne Paulson wrote: How much of the road does the tunnel bypass? When I went through there a few years ago, it looked like the tunnel started half way up the hill, so you'd have to ride on the narrow busy road to get there. We went through at rush hour. I thought I was going to die. Planet of the Apes for me next time. On Tue, May 14, 2013 at 1:22 PM, Way Rebb gray...@mac.com wrote: Hello, Has anyone been down around the devil's slide area since the tunnel opened? I might be taking the Hillborne down to HMB or SC next week for a few days. It'd be nice to see the old coast road with no traffic! -- 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. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owne...@googlegroups.**com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/** group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-**UShttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en-US . For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/**groups/opt_outhttps://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out . -- -- Anne Paulson My hovercraft is full of eels -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To 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. -- -- Anne Paulson My hovercraft is full of eels -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To 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: FS: Large assortment of nearly new and classical parts
As of right now I have offers for Campy NR DA shifters., Campy NR and Superbe RD, Cyclone FD, pedals, Cinelli bar stem, 8cm Tallex, Ultegra short reach brakes, and the decalleur. Given the large number of items and buyers it would be a help to me if you responded to Mhechmer@gmail and used your first name items in the subject line. I'm going crazy trying to keep track of many different threads combined by google! Two very nice bars, pearl stem, Shimano Tektro brakes, Mafac levers a super nice fork, etc still available. Michael On Wednesday, May 15, 2013 9:13:08 AM UTC-4, Michael Hechmer wrote: I spent the winter cleaning out my house, now its time to clean out the shop. All prices are plus shipping Rear Derailleurs: Campy NR, purchased new in 1983, in good condition - $35 Campy Chorus, purchased new in 1988, in beautiful condition - $65 Campy Centaur, new around 2005, good condition, long cage - $65 Suntour Superbe -$35 Shimano Deore XT - $35 Front Derailleur - Suntour Cyclone MII “Touring” - $20 Shifters: Campy NR DT- $10 Campy Chorus DT, 7spd, only work in friction mode now - $10 DuraAce - DT $10 Shimano Ultegra 9spd Brifters - $35 Shimano 8spd Bar Ends - $25 Brakes: Side Pulls: Ultegra BR 6500 (39-47) $25 Ultegra BR -R600 (47-57) $50 Campy Grand Sport (47-57) Single Pivot, NR Quality - $25 Cantilever Tektro CR 720 New, These are same design as Riv model but very hi polish $45 StandardRack adapter bolts, New - $10 Levers Mafac NOS $75 Dia Compe $15 Suntour Superbe $25 Bars Stems Nitto 0356 44cm nice bend with indent for cable $35 Marks Bars 42 cm - wrapped used for two weeks before deciding on a longer stem return to Noodles $70 Cinelli Bar (42) Stem (11) very comfortable bend, short quill - $25 Nitto Pearl Stem, gorgeous - 13cm - $50 Nittto Tallex 8 CM, used for two weeks $35 Fork - Chromed Steel with Canti studs, generous tire clearance nice bend, 1” threaded $50 Decaleur - VO $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] Re: Brief mid-day bosque ramble
ICW this sort of ride -- firmish dirt but with some sandy patches and some deepish gravel, plus pavement: what tire do y'all choose? I know that the 60 mm (61mm actual) Big Apples are overkill, particularly on the 44 mm wide rims, but man, they do ride nicely in the low 20s on this sort of terrain. Lower, they rather squirm on pavement, though I've ridden them down to 12/16 -- the front wheel dives a bit under 20 front -- tho' far, far less than on a, say, 25 mm rim. Higher they jar on roots and things. 20-25 is good, tho' for a very sandy ride I'll drop the pressures as above. I think I've got the gearing set up just right for me: 38/24 (the 24 being in practice a notional chainring, since I never use it) and home-made 13-15-16-17-18-20-23-26-32 9 speed cassette. The 38/17 -- 65 -- is good for most pavement, with the 16/69 and 15/73 just a cog or two away; the 18/61 is perfect for much of the dirt I ride. And, I have 55, 48, 42, and 34 gears waiting, all still on the 38 t. High is 85, but I figure that, if I am aiming downhill at a speed of more than 30 mph -- easily reached in that gear -- I might as well coast. Even the Ram tops out at 85. On Wed, May 15, 2013 at 2:34 PM, PATRICK MOORE bertin...@gmail.com wrote: I took a break from resumes to take the Fargo with new-to-me B136 bar through our Rio Grand-side bosque; 16.5 miles, 3/4 dirt -- levee roads. The bike is very well set up for this sort of flattish, firm-dirt riding. The City is building observation decks along the river; this is the first. Nearby grazed wild but perfectly composed -- and sometimes malignant, as I've experienced -- geese. Forgive the near-obligatory finger over the viewfinder in the first photo. -- http://resumespecialties.com/index.html patrickmo...@resumespecialties.com Albuquerque, NM -- http://resumespecialties.com/index.html patrickmo...@resumespecialties.com Albuquerque, 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] Re: San Juan Islands Tour Advice
The Anacortes - Sydney ferry to Victoria does make a stop in Friday Harbor. Once a day. +1 for Victoria. You can take the Lochside trail from Sidney to Victoria, and the Galloping Goose trail from Victoria to Sooke Potholes Provincial Park/campground. Pictures prove anyone can ride the Goose. *http://tinyurl.com/bsf4vkz* Nick W. On Wednesday, May 15, 2013 9:03:14 AM UTC-7, shawn m. wrote: Bear in mind that if you decide to take in Victoria, BC, you'll have to depart from Anacortes directly, but it's totally worth it; both for Victoria and the ferry 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.
[RBW] Bunny Hoppin' on 36 hole Synergy rims
Bad idea? I have 36 holers and was wondering if that will mess up the true. I want to learn to do it for handling skills but don't want to trash my rims. Whaddya' think? Do you do it on yours? -- 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: Bunny Hoppin' on 36 hole Synergy rims
I can't tell you that, but I can tell you that everyone's next question is going to be hmm, which tires will be joining the wheels on these bunny hops? -- 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: Bunny Hoppin' on 36 hole Synergy rims
I don't use Synergy rims unless there's no other option, because they are prone to cracking around the eyelets. Supposedly this problem has been addressed in recent production runs, but we'll see. On Wednesday, May 15, 2013 6:29:54 PM UTC-5, Michael wrote: Bad idea? I have 36 holers and was wondering if that will mess up the true. I want to learn to do it for handling skills but don't want to trash my rims. Whaddya' think? Do you do it on yours? -- 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: Bike Lanes vs. Bike Paths vs. On-Road Cycling
Jan, Very well thought out points in regards to safety and bike paths, yes turns at intersections are the greatest hazard for cyclists due to restricted visibility which paths do not protect the cyclist from . I for one like bike trails where ever possible. Here in LA we have a great many bike trails that are wonderful but could be better utilized if interconnected through a series of bike lanes. I have noticed in the recent years the addition of signs first to share the road and now that cyclists are permitted to take a lane, this seemingly small addition is IMHO a huge improvement for all using the roadways. I think it interesting that the notion of a path causes motorist to yell at cyclists to get on the path? I think continued education for the public at large and additional signage and perhaps signals at intersections of high incident could over time be a solution. Of importance is for cyclist to recognize that intersections are the greatest hazard and approach all with caution. I have ridden for years in Downtown Los Angeles traffic and will move left around automobiles making a right turn. I will take a lane when necessary and always enter an intersection making a left as though I am invisible. Thanks for a truly interesting topic and one of great importance. The road to paradise passes over rocks and other obstacles but well worth the effort. Hugh Sunland ( dodging cars) CA On Wednesday, May 15, 2013 9:30:18 AM UTC-7, Jan Heine wrote: It's something that many listmembers seem to care about, so here is a heads-up on today's blog post. http://janheine.wordpress.com/2013/05/15/bike-to-work-3-separate-or-equal/ Feel free to join the discussion. Jan Heine Editor Bicycle Quarterly http://www.bikequarterly.com Follow our blog at http://janheine.wordpress.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: For Sale: Lovingly Used Burley Piccolo with two racks
Stupid question, but does the child in question have to be able to balance on a regular bike to use/enjoy the Piccolo? My daughter likes to be trailered around and is grousing for an add a bike but doesn't know how to ride on her own yet. On Wed, May 15, 2013 at 2:14 PM, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: Rick I agree that it is by far the sturdiest and safest one to use. On Wednesday, May 15, 2013 8:02:49 AM UTC-7, Rick wrote: I have some hours with the Burley, and believe it is much better than the alternatives because of the attachment point on the rack. Many other trail-a-bikes attach on the seatpost, and in addition to other drawbacks, are for Riv owners a threat to the high point on the lug. I found my piccolo on the secondary market, don't believe they are still sold in the States. I feel the bittersweetness on the reason for the sale, time flies. Rick. -- 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: For Sale: Lovingly Used Burley Piccolo with two racks
She only needs to hold on. The Piccolo tilts with your bike. If your bike stays upright, the Piccolo stays upright. It's a great training tool to get her used to pedalling strong, holding onto the bars with a firm but relaxed upper body, and gets her used to the feeling of the bike leaning on turns. On Wednesday, May 15, 2013 4:39:05 PM UTC-7, Peter M wrote: Stupid question, but does the child in question have to be able to balance on a regular bike to use/enjoy the Piccolo? My daughter likes to be trailered around and is grousing for an add a bike but doesn't know how to ride on her own yet. On Wed, May 15, 2013 at 2:14 PM, William tape...@gmail.com javascript:wrote: Rick I agree that it is by far the sturdiest and safest one to use. On Wednesday, May 15, 2013 8:02:49 AM UTC-7, Rick wrote: I have some hours with the Burley, and believe it is much better than the alternatives because of the attachment point on the rack. Many other trail-a-bikes attach on the seatpost, and in addition to other drawbacks, are for Riv owners a threat to the high point on the lug. I found my piccolo on the secondary market, don't believe they are still sold in the States. I feel the bittersweetness on the reason for the sale, time flies. Rick. -- 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. -- 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: TOC Overnight Camp trip May 17-18th
Roll call? I know Mike and Dustin might be down also one of the many Adams on this list. Any other takers? On Sunday, May 12, 2013 6:15:58 PM UTC-7, Manuel Acosta wrote: For those that are interested in watching 10 seconds of people riding their bikes really fast up a mountain. Doing an overnighter somewhere over Diablo. Planning on heading out from walnut creek bart around 6ish on Friday and riding the most of the mountain to get to our campsite. Camping somewhere and riding the next day to check out the race. Expect to bring food for that Friday's dinner, breakfast and lunch snacks for that Saturday. Route could be similar to the new year's ride.. https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/TvuBu8bc-R4/ozaqpT14Rv8J Which means it will be ruddy and steeply stupid at some sections. Knobs for this ride wouldn't be a bad idea. -Manny Acosta -- 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: SoCal Summer Rides
I second Mike's preferences save the San Clemente for July and beyond. The L.L. ride does sound intriguing but the Gnats! Both of my last two dirt rides at elevation were Gnats and then some! But I'm game. Let's plan it. I'll post my blocked out times at the Riv SoCAl discussion. ~Hugh On Tuesday, May 14, 2013 10:39:13 PM UTC-7, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: I started this conversation over on flickr if anyone wants to throw some ideas out there. http://www.flickr.com/groups/socal_rivendell_bicycle_appreciation_society/discuss/72157633499193066/ The San Clemente ride is a great intro to mixed-terrain riding, so that might be a good one to settle on. Santa Monica/Dirt Mulholland is a step or two more challenging due to all the climbing involved. The SART and Big Bear rides are verging on mountain bike rides, although I have rode my Rivy on them plenty (but with knobbies) and lived to tell the tale. Lets get something going! Cheers, David -- 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: Bike Lanes vs. Bike Paths vs. On-Road Cycling
Great post Jan. I am forwarding to all of my relatives who don't understand why I often ride near the middle of the road and avoid adjacent bike paths. Thanks. Michael On Wednesday, May 15, 2013 12:30:18 PM UTC-4, Jan Heine wrote: It's something that many listmembers seem to care about, so here is a heads-up on today's blog post. http://janheine.wordpress.com/2013/05/15/bike-to-work-3-separate-or-equal/ Feel free to join the discussion. Jan Heine Editor Bicycle Quarterly http://www.bikequarterly.com Follow our blog at http://janheine.wordpress.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] Bunny Hoppin' on 36 hole Synergy rims
I can't see how bunny hoppin' is any worse than riding over a bump at speed. It's definitely a lot more fun. I say do it! -Kai -- 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: Bunny Hoppin' on 36 hole Synergy rims
Scot Brooks wrote: Q: hmm, which tires will be joining the wheels on these bunny hops? A: Marathons and/or Hetres50psi for both probably... -- 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: Bike Lanes vs. Bike Paths vs. On-Road Cycling
The advice I can provide is before crossing an intersection slow down, look around at cars coming, make eye contact with drivers. You my have to stop to make eye contact or avoid the car. However, rather be delayed 30 seconds than inured or dead. -- 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: Gransfors Bruks Hatchets
OK Liesl - I'm intrigued and impressed! Did you burn that pattern with a hand-held wood burner? After penciling it in? Are you willing to share any details or secrets? I had that same hatchet, and traded up to one of the small axes for car camping. What make is the knife? Cheers, Alex On Wednesday, May 15, 2013 3:52:35 PM UTC-7, Liesl wrote: hopefully here's an image of the axe. -- 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] Devil's slide tunnel
wow Lee. that looked like an awesome trip. ~mike On Wednesday, May 15, 2013 9:02:37 AM UTC-7, Lee wrote: Doug, Planet of the Apes (a.k.a. Old San Pedro Mountain Road) used to be the main road from South San Francisco/Pacifica to the coast/Half Moon Bay, etc. The old old Highway 1 as it were. The Devil's Slide Highway 1 route was created to replace it, and now it's a dilapidated, crumbling, sometimes-paved, sometimes-not path used by hikers and cyclists. It's pretty fun to ride. But, as Ray mentioned, if you are carrying a heavy or wide load, you may find it tedious. I have a few pics of it in the first part of this set: *http://tinyurl.com/4xgu4ye* Feel free to e-mail me when you get closer to your trip, if you need more specifics on how to get to the trail head from SF. Best, Lee -- 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: Gransfors Bruks Hatchets
Love the Celtic touch. There's an outdoor shop in the next town over that has started carrying Gransfors... I admire/drool over the stuff when I pass by the display, but have yet to cough it up for one... On Wednesday, May 15, 2013 6:52:35 PM UTC-4, Liesl wrote: hopefully here's an image of the axe. -- 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: San Juan Islands Tour Advice
All I can tell you is that several park rangers mentioned this to me. Jan Heine Editor Bicycle Quarterly http://www.bikequarterly.com Follow our blog at http://janheine.wordpress.com/ On Wednesday, May 15, 2013 9:03:14 AM UTC-7, shawn m. wrote: One question, Jan. You mentioned that WA State Parks can't turn you away if you arrived non-motorized. I've heard that before, but it's always been apocryphal; I've never been able to find an explicit statement of that as policy. Do you have a link or something? I BELIEVE that it's true -- 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: FS, Nitto Honjo Campi etc
Update of the for sale list. Please reply off list if you are interested. I have a few items for sale - all prices include shipping in CONUSA. I don't mind shipping internationally lets work something out. Nitto Technomic deluxe - 100mm - VGC $50 Mr. Tuffy for 559 to 584 wide tires - $7 Sugino 75 BB Spindle ISO (campy) 109mm VGC -$25 Specialized cup and cone 68mm BB 114.5 ISO spindle - $25 Nitto 115 classic bar 45cm - $40 in person only Honjo 700x40 hammered fenders w/stays -$60 in person only - (Sale pending) I am happy to send pics. Email offlist please. Thanks Jason Leach SF,CA -- 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: Bike Lanes vs. Bike Paths vs. On-Road Cycling
This just FWIW, about which I make no estimate nor by which do I mean to advocate anything. Simply in case it's of interest. I'd be interested in the comments of any Minneapolitanites. http://www.theatlanticcities.com/commute/2013/01/minneapolis-reducing-bike-crashes-studying-them-detail/4503/ -- 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: TOC Overnight Camp trip May 17-18th
My pops is visiting from Argentina so I have to (unwillingly) pass. Next time! On Sunday, May 12, 2013 6:15:58 PM UTC-7, Manuel Acosta wrote: For those that are interested in watching 10 seconds of people riding their bikes really fast up a mountain. Doing an overnighter somewhere over Diablo. Planning on heading out from walnut creek bart around 6ish on Friday and riding the most of the mountain to get to our campsite. Camping somewhere and riding the next day to check out the race. Expect to bring food for that Friday's dinner, breakfast and lunch snacks for that Saturday. Route could be similar to the new year's ride.. https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/TvuBu8bc-R4/ozaqpT14Rv8J Which means it will be ruddy and steeply stupid at some sections. Knobs for this ride wouldn't be a bad idea. -Manny Acosta -- 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: TOC Overnight Camp trip May 17-18th
In. Dustin G WC Ca http://velocampeur.tumblr.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: TOC Overnight Camp trip May 17-18th
In. Dustin G WC Ca http://velocampeur.tumblr.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: SoCal Summer Rides
They're not that bad (gnats). Well, they're actually really bad on the climb out at the end, but on the singletrack they're not too bad. But yeah, save SC and SM for when it's really hot! Cheers, David On Wed, May 15, 2013 at 5:07 PM, hsmitham hughsmit...@gmail.com wrote: I second Mike's preferences save the San Clemente for July and beyond. The L.L. ride does sound intriguing but the Gnats! Both of my last two dirt rides at elevation were Gnats and then some! But I'm game. Let's plan it. I'll post my blocked out times at the Riv SoCAl discussion. ~Hugh On Tuesday, May 14, 2013 10:39:13 PM UTC-7, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: I started this conversation over on flickr if anyone wants to throw some ideas out there. http://www.flickr.com/groups/**socal_rivendell_bicycle_** appreciation_society/discuss/**72157633499193066/http://www.flickr.com/groups/socal_rivendell_bicycle_appreciation_society/discuss/72157633499193066/ The San Clemente ride is a great intro to mixed-terrain riding, so that might be a good one to settle on. Santa Monica/Dirt Mulholland is a step or two more challenging due to all the climbing involved. The SART and Big Bear rides are verging on mountain bike rides, although I have rode my Rivy on them plenty (but with knobbies) and lived to tell the tale. Lets get something going! Cheers, David -- 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.
