[RBW] FS: F32 Rich-built wheel, MKS touring pedals with power grips, Kelly kettle
Got a couple things for sale: F32 Wheel, Velocity Dyad rim, Shimano LX hub, build by Rich Lesnik a bit under 1 year ago: $150 MKS Touring pedal with tan colored power grips: $40 Kelly Kettle Scout. Brand new in box with pot stand: $70 I'll ship the pedals and kettle for a few extra buck, but the wheel I'd rather stick to a bay area local exchange to avoid shipping. Let me know! Brencho -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Chain Line
I've got my Sam Hillborne set up as single speed at the moment, using a track cog, spaced and rear derailler. The setup looks straight enough to my eye, but it does rattle a bit. I'm wondering if I've got the chain line a bit off or maybe the spacers are no sufficiently tight. How does one go about measuring chain line? I can't see a simple way to get an accurate measurement with a ruler, what with all those pesky pieces of metal in the way. If it helps, I'm running a Sugino triple up front with 40/26/bashguard, 113 mm BB and a shimano 9 speed cassete hub. I use the 40T chainring pretty much exclusively, as there is no FD installed. Thanks, Jay -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Show me your albatrosses!
Cecily, you use the ergon's on Alba's? I'd love to see pictures as I've considered it myself. I saw someone using those on the drops of a noodle-like bar on the web somewhere... On Feb 10, 2014 12:15 AM, Cecily Walker cecily.wal...@gmail.com wrote: I use Ergon GPI Biokork grips because I need a wider platform to protect my joints: http://www.ergon-bike.com/us/en/product/gp1-biokork I get the look and feel of cork with a little extra cushioning. My wrists don't hurt at all anymore since getting these. On Saturday, February 8, 2014 8:00:38 PM UTC-8, David Stein wrote: Awesome setups. I have a trek 650b conversion I'm finishing with an upside down mustache bar. Curious, for those running grips (not tape) what kind of grips do you use, where is a a good place to pick some up outside of the usual box store / mtn bike type grips? On Thursday, February 6, 2014 3:42:55 PM UTC-8, Conway Bennett wrote: Captain Conway in Chicago here. I'm an avid reader of the group but a sporadic poster. In any case I'm a sucker for riv sales campaign so I'm the new owner of some albatrosses which will steering my beloved riv'd out cross check. So, can all you proud alba mommas and poppas send your flickr hot links for inspiration? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to a topic in the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this topic, visit https://groups.google.com/d/topic/rbw-owners-bunch/7M05uiaC9P8/unsubscribe . To unsubscribe from this group and all its topics, 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. 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Show me your albatrosses!
Here's a set of the Ergons on Boscos. http://www.flickr.com/photos/cnyriv/7673117838/ On Monday, February 10, 2014 6:19:23 AM UTC-5, Tony DeFilippo wrote: Cecily, you use the ergon's on Alba's? I'd love to see pictures as I've considered it myself. I saw someone using those on the drops of a noodle-like bar on the web somewhere... On Feb 10, 2014 12:15 AM, Cecily Walker cecily...@gmail.comjavascript: wrote: I use Ergon GPI Biokork grips because I need a wider platform to protect my joints: http://www.ergon-bike.com/us/en/product/gp1-biokork I get the look and feel of cork with a little extra cushioning. My wrists don't hurt at all anymore since getting these. On Saturday, February 8, 2014 8:00:38 PM UTC-8, David Stein wrote: Awesome setups. I have a trek 650b conversion I'm finishing with an upside down mustache bar. Curious, for those running grips (not tape) what kind of grips do you use, where is a a good place to pick some up outside of the usual box store / mtn bike type grips? On Thursday, February 6, 2014 3:42:55 PM UTC-8, Conway Bennett wrote: Captain Conway in Chicago here. I'm an avid reader of the group but a sporadic poster. In any case I'm a sucker for riv sales campaign so I'm the new owner of some albatrosses which will steering my beloved riv'd out cross check. So, can all you proud alba mommas and poppas send your flickr hot links for inspiration? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to a topic in the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this topic, visit https://groups.google.com/d/topic/rbw-owners-bunch/7M05uiaC9P8/unsubscribe . To unsubscribe from this group and all its topics, 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. 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Chain Line
I just eye ball it, If it looks straight it probably is. Sheldon Brown has a great article on measuring chainlinehttp://sheldonbrown.com/chainline.html. If the chainline is off it doesn't rattle, it just makes some noise but it has to be really off to do this. Typically 8/9 speed chains are quite flexible side to side so you have lots of leeway. These are the things that I would check. Is your track cog 3/32 to match your chain. If using a spacer kit is everything tight and snug including the lock ring. Some spacer kits are better than others. I tend to like the ones that use a bunch of spacers in different sizes so that you can mix and match to get the lock ring on tight. Check to see if the chain has enough lube. You might want to eliminate the derailleur by using a half link in the chain, sometimes you get lucky. One product I really like is the Surly single speed cogs. They have a wide base at the cassette. They are just better cogs than the stamped steel you usually get with a spacer kit. Hope you figure out what the sound is. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Saved by Stans
Posted to Michael on another thread about getting out over the weekend in spite of mountain cedar pollen. Yesterday, took my go-fast Moser over to my buddy's house to ride from there. We had a plan for a 35-mi ride, but ended up cutting it short. About 8 miles from home we were following the shoulder of a near-rural road that goes only to a park and military reserve. I'm not sure what his plan was other than a pit stop at the park, but I was following. Heard a new ping-ping-ping and immediately thought of broken spoke. Instead found a piece of 14-ga bailing wire impaled in my Parigi tubie. It was a little weird, because right when it happened I was looking up the road at a bridge where I had picked up a piece of wire last time we were on this road. Yes, I don't plan to ride this road again. It made quite a hole, but I had a new bottle of Zap-a-gap, a 2-oz.Stans and a Tufo valve core tool. http://www.biketiresdirect.com/product/tufo-valve-tool After pulling the valve core, I opened the Zap-a-gap and filled the hole in the tire. Note - I should have waited a few minutes, because I didn't quite seal the cut in the tire, though did improve it - it was pretty big. One ounce of Stans in the tire, and pump. No question the white liquid latex was leaking through the puncture for awhile, but after a few more minutes and borrowed air from an auto tire store, it sealed up fine and got us home. So while the adventure cut our ride it half, Stans was all the rescue we needed. I was actually trying to get my last few miles out of this tubie anyway, and I guess that was accomplished. And I put my clinchers back on when I got to my house. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Chain Line
Thanks, Blakcloud. I'm laughing at the term spacer kit. I raided a bunch of worn out cassettes for spacers and a few cogs to fill in. I did the lockring like I would for a cassette and it seems tight to me. Cog is Shimano XTR, this one http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000R39902/ref=oh_details_o04_s00_i00?ie=UTF8psc=1 Chain is 9 speed and new. Cleaning and lubing yesterday helped a lot, but it's still noicier than I would like. I almost bought a used Melvin, but the seller backed out. Jay On Monday, February 10, 2014 2:52:30 PM UTC+2, blakcloud wrote: I just eye ball it, If it looks straight it probably is. Sheldon Brown has a great article on measuring chainlinehttp://sheldonbrown.com/chainline.html. If the chainline is off it doesn't rattle, it just makes some noise but it has to be really off to do this. Typically 8/9 speed chains are quite flexible side to side so you have lots of leeway. These are the things that I would check. Is your track cog 3/32 to match your chain. If using a spacer kit is everything tight and snug including the lock ring. Some spacer kits are better than others. I tend to like the ones that use a bunch of spacers in different sizes so that you can mix and match to get the lock ring on tight. Check to see if the chain has enough lube. You might want to eliminate the derailleur by using a half link in the chain, sometimes you get lucky. One product I really like is the Surly single speed cogs. They have a wide base at the cassette. They are just better cogs than the stamped steel you usually get with a spacer kit. Hope you figure out what the sound is. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Saved by Stans
I am glad the ride was salvaged, Ron! I'm intrigued by Stans and trying to assess if it makes any sense for me to go tubeless at some point. (The attraction is self sealing, rather than ultra low pressures, because ultra low pressure 2.25 tires do a number on my vertigo). Could you please help me understand in this situation how Stans were more convenient than a spare tube? With abandon, Patrick On Monday, February 10, 2014 6:07:33 AM UTC-7, Ron Mc wrote: Posted to Michael on another thread about getting out over the weekend in spite of mountain cedar pollen. Yesterday, took my go-fast Moser over to my buddy's house to ride from there. We had a plan for a 35-mi ride, but ended up cutting it short. About 8 miles from home we were following the shoulder of a near-rural road that goes only to a park and military reserve. I'm not sure what his plan was other than a pit stop at the park, but I was following. Heard a new ping-ping-ping and immediately thought of broken spoke. Instead found a piece of 14-ga bailing wire impaled in my Parigi tubie. It was a little weird, because right when it happened I was looking up the road at a bridge where I had picked up a piece of wire last time we were on this road. Yes, I don't plan to ride this road again. It made quite a hole, but I had a new bottle of Zap-a-gap, a 2-oz.Stans and a Tufo valve core tool. http://www.biketiresdirect.com/product/tufo-valve-tool After pulling the valve core, I opened the Zap-a-gap and filled the hole in the tire. Note - I should have waited a few minutes, because I didn't quite seal the cut in the tire, though did improve it - it was pretty big. One ounce of Stans in the tire, and pump. No question the white liquid latex was leaking through the puncture for awhile, but after a few more minutes and borrowed air from an auto tire store, it sealed up fine and got us home. So while the adventure cut our ride it half, Stans was all the rescue we needed. I was actually trying to get my last few miles out of this tubie anyway, and I guess that was accomplished. And I put my clinchers back on when I got to my house. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Saved by Stans
it was a tubular tire, http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v728/bulldog1935/Raleigh/F%20Moser/aP5110001-1.jpg i.e., not a clincher On Monday, February 10, 2014 7:36:05 AM UTC-6, Deacon Patrick wrote: I am glad the ride was salvaged, Ron! I'm intrigued by Stans and trying to assess if it makes any sense for me to go tubeless at some point. (The attraction is self sealing, rather than ultra low pressures, because ultra low pressure 2.25 tires do a number on my vertigo). Could you please help me understand in this situation how Stans were more convenient than a spare tube? With abandon, Patrick On Monday, February 10, 2014 6:07:33 AM UTC-7, Ron Mc wrote: Posted to Michael on another thread about getting out over the weekend in spite of mountain cedar pollen. Yesterday, took my go-fast Moser over to my buddy's house to ride from there. We had a plan for a 35-mi ride, but ended up cutting it short. About 8 miles from home we were following the shoulder of a near-rural road that goes only to a park and military reserve. I'm not sure what his plan was other than a pit stop at the park, but I was following. Heard a new ping-ping-ping and immediately thought of broken spoke. Instead found a piece of 14-ga bailing wire impaled in my Parigi tubie. It was a little weird, because right when it happened I was looking up the road at a bridge where I had picked up a piece of wire last time we were on this road. Yes, I don't plan to ride this road again. It made quite a hole, but I had a new bottle of Zap-a-gap, a 2-oz.Stans and a Tufo valve core tool. http://www.biketiresdirect.com/product/tufo-valve-tool After pulling the valve core, I opened the Zap-a-gap and filled the hole in the tire. Note - I should have waited a few minutes, because I didn't quite seal the cut in the tire, though did improve it - it was pretty big. One ounce of Stans in the tire, and pump. No question the white liquid latex was leaking through the puncture for awhile, but after a few more minutes and borrowed air from an auto tire store, it sealed up fine and got us home. So while the adventure cut our ride it half, Stans was all the rescue we needed. I was actually trying to get my last few miles out of this tubie anyway, and I guess that was accomplished. And I put my clinchers back on when I got to my house. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Saved by Stans
A. Bit slow here. Thanks. With abandon, Patrick On Monday, February 10, 2014 6:49:24 AM UTC-7, Ron Mc wrote: it was a tubular tire, http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v728/bulldog1935/Raleigh/F%20Moser/aP5110001-1.jpg i.e., not a clincher On Monday, February 10, 2014 7:36:05 AM UTC-6, Deacon Patrick wrote: I am glad the ride was salvaged, Ron! I'm intrigued by Stans and trying to assess if it makes any sense for me to go tubeless at some point. (The attraction is self sealing, rather than ultra low pressures, because ultra low pressure 2.25 tires do a number on my vertigo). Could you please help me understand in this situation how Stans were more convenient than a spare tube? With abandon, Patrick On Monday, February 10, 2014 6:07:33 AM UTC-7, Ron Mc wrote: Posted to Michael on another thread about getting out over the weekend in spite of mountain cedar pollen. Yesterday, took my go-fast Moser over to my buddy's house to ride from there. We had a plan for a 35-mi ride, but ended up cutting it short. About 8 miles from home we were following the shoulder of a near-rural road that goes only to a park and military reserve. I'm not sure what his plan was other than a pit stop at the park, but I was following. Heard a new ping-ping-ping and immediately thought of broken spoke. Instead found a piece of 14-ga bailing wire impaled in my Parigi tubie. It was a little weird, because right when it happened I was looking up the road at a bridge where I had picked up a piece of wire last time we were on this road. Yes, I don't plan to ride this road again. It made quite a hole, but I had a new bottle of Zap-a-gap, a 2-oz.Stans and a Tufo valve core tool. http://www.biketiresdirect.com/product/tufo-valve-tool After pulling the valve core, I opened the Zap-a-gap and filled the hole in the tire. Note - I should have waited a few minutes, because I didn't quite seal the cut in the tire, though did improve it - it was pretty big. One ounce of Stans in the tire, and pump. No question the white liquid latex was leaking through the puncture for awhile, but after a few more minutes and borrowed air from an auto tire store, it sealed up fine and got us home. So while the adventure cut our ride it half, Stans was all the rescue we needed. I was actually trying to get my last few miles out of this tubie anyway, and I guess that was accomplished. And I put my clinchers back on when I got to my house. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] stem length for Albastache
On the previous M-bars, if one were to use a technomic stem, it was recommended to go short. Does that still ring true for the newer version of the bars? I think they come back a couple more inches. If one were to use a 7 cm stem on the originals, what would the recommended stem length be on the Albastaches? thanks J -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Loving Tributes to Betty Foy
Cecily, I'm glad I'm not the only one who vastly prefers the BF - I almost got kicked off the list when I said it! ;) I wish there were more BF owners who were writing about their bikes, but maybe it has to be you and me. A collaborative effort, perhaps! -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Multiple grand randonnees on a Rivendell.
Ian A. You post a lot of questions here but I'm not sure to whom they are directed? Me? The Olsen bros? The list? Perhaps a new thread might be a better option to get the most helpful responses? On Sunday, February 9, 2014 2:35:32 AM UTC-5, IanA wrote: Would be interested to know what width tires/wheel size and pedals you prefer? I have a canti LongLow made brevet ready and on 32mm actual Kojaks. I could go to an actual 37mm with fenders, I think, with some creativity. I have flat pedals on the bike and SPDs/mountain bike shoes in my box of stuff. I like the idea of trail shoes and flat pedals, but for longer rides I'm wondering how those would work out. I've done one 400km and several 200km rides, but none on the Rivendell yet and all my longer rides were clipped in. It's been a long while, so getting back to shape is going to be tough. Ian A/Canada. On Saturday, February 8, 2014 4:36:54 PM UTC-7, Larry Powers wrote: The simple answer is that if it was 96 hours anyone could do it. I think there is a a minimum speed you are expected to ride plus a minimum number hours of sleep you are allotted and this adds up to 90 hours. I have completed two 1200k Randonnees on my Rambouillet, BMB 2006 and PBP 2007. It takes a huge commitment to train and qualify for a 1200k and life has caught up with me for the last few years. This year I am in the hunt to do a 1000k and shoot for PBP next year and I will still be riding my Rambouillet. Larry Powers Get a bicycle. You will not regret it if you live. - Mark Twain -- Date: Sat, 8 Feb 2014 05:26:36 -0800 From: lamon...@mac.com To: rbw-owne...@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] Re: Multiple grand randonnees on a Rivendell. Out of curiosity, why 90 hours rather than an even 4 days? With abandon, Patrick On Saturday, February 8, 2014 6:08:36 AM UTC-7, Iron Rider wrote: A 1200k brevet is a 750 mile ride that has to be completed in less than 90 hours. Bill and Mark Olsen regularly ride these epic events. Mark rides an A. Homer Hilsen. They recently completed an interview describing their approach. You can read it here: http://eprider.blogspot.com/2014/02/riding-grand-randonees-olsen-brothers.html -- 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. 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
RE: [RBW] Re: Multiple grand randonnees on a Rivendell.
Anyone? Now I feel REALLY inadequate. From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Larry Powers Sent: Saturday, February 08, 2014 6:37 PM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: [RBW] Re: Multiple grand randonnees on a Rivendell. The simple answer is that if it was 96 hours anyone could do it. I think there is a a minimum speed you are expected to ride plus a minimum number hours of sleep you are allotted and this adds up to 90 hours. I have completed two 1200k Randonnees on my Rambouillet, BMB 2006 and PBP 2007. It takes a huge commitment to train and qualify for a 1200k and life has caught up with me for the last few years. This year I am in the hunt to do a 1000k and shoot for PBP next year and I will still be riding my Rambouillet. Larry Powers Get a bicycle. You will not regret it if you live. - Mark Twain Date: Sat, 8 Feb 2014 05:26:36 -0800 From: lamontg...@mac.commailto:lamontg...@mac.com To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.commailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] Re: Multiple grand randonnees on a Rivendell. Out of curiosity, why 90 hours rather than an even 4 days? With abandon, Patrick On Saturday, February 8, 2014 6:08:36 AM UTC-7, Iron Rider wrote: A 1200k brevet is a 750 mile ride that has to be completed in less than 90 hours. Bill and Mark Olsen regularly ride these epic events. Mark rides an A. Homer Hilsen. They recently completed an interview describing their approach. You can read it here: http://eprider.blogspot.com/2014/02/riding-grand-randonees-olsen-brothers.html -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.commailto:rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.commailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. 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.commailto:rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.commailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- To ensure compliance with Treasury Department regulations, we advise you that, unless otherwise expressly indicated, any federal tax advice contained in this message was not intended or written to be used, and cannot be used, for the purpose of (i) avoiding tax-related penalties under the Internal Revenue Code or applicable state or local tax law provisions or (ii) promoting, marketing or recommending to another party any tax-related matters addressed herein. This email (and any attachments thereto) is intended only for use by the addressee(s) named herein and may contain legally privileged and/or confidential information. If you are not the intended recipient of this email, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this email (and any attachments thereto) is strictly prohibited. If you receive this email in error please immediately notify me at (212) 735-3000 and permanently delete the original email (and any copy of any email) and any printout thereof. Further information about the firm, a list of the Partners and their professional qualifications will be provided upon request. == -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Chain Line
The term track cog baffled me. You have a single cog on a cassette hub? My original Quickbeam chain was really noisy, but the new chains have been quiet. I would see if I could put together a magic gear and eliminate the derailleur or tensioner entirely. http://eehouse.org/fixin/formfmu.php As far as chain line, I eyeball it, too. Good luck with your setup! 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: WTB- 700c wheelset, Nitto Noodle 44cm handlebars, long-reach brake calipers
Bruce, I have what you need and then some. I was working on a hilborne project but got derailed so I have these parts. Contact me at lowrd...@optonline.net and I'll send a list and pictures. Peace. Ed On Saturday, February 8, 2014 2:01:43 PM UTC-5, Tony DeFilippo wrote: Bruce I might have something for you. Let me know if the email doesn't make it thru. Tony -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Loving Tributes to Betty Foy
Well, I don't have the Betty Foy -- but I do have a mixte Royal H, in great Rivendell tradition -- I'm happy to join:) On Feb 10, 2014, at 6:38 AM, LeahFoy jonasandle...@gmail.com wrote: Cecily, I'm glad I'm not the only one who vastly prefers the BF - I almost got kicked off the list when I said it! ;) I wish there were more BF owners who were writing about their bikes, but maybe it has to be you and me. A collaborative effort, perhaps! -- 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. 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Chain Line
BMX single gear sprockets will fit onto a Shimano splined freehub. It should run reasonably quiet, but if you have a derailleur in the mix to maintain tension, it's not going to run silently. Also, if the chain has been degreased and is a bit dry, it can tend to clatter a bit. One thing I do is bring it up to speed in the stand and watch how it releases from the front chainring and rear sprocket. Wear on the teeth will tend to make the chain release later, which seems to increase noise. hope that helps! - J On Monday, February 10, 2014 8:22:20 AM UTC-8, Philip Williamson wrote: The term track cog baffled me. You have a single cog on a cassette hub? My original Quickbeam chain was really noisy, but the new chains have been quiet. I would see if I could put together a magic gear and eliminate the derailleur or tensioner entirely. http://eehouse.org/fixin/formfmu.php As far as chain line, I eyeball it, too. Good luck with your setup! 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Best Rainy footwear/boots
I know it'll be unpopular here, but I broke down and bought a pair of Lake winter boots and they're awesome On Friday, February 7, 2014 3:19:49 PM UTC-8, Michael Williams wrote: Hey all, so we've finally started getting some rain here in the Bay Area. I like commuting in the rain and have a pretty good poncho setup, but Ive always used regular sneakers and some sort of 'waterproof' shoe cover, but thats just not cutting it. What are peoples favorite dry boots for riding and wearing around?? thanks in advance! -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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Chain Line
Measuring chainline on the rear cog can be tricky. My preferred method is to put a straight edge of some kind across the locknut on the driveside and measure the distance between the straight edge and the centerline of the cog. Then, chainline=(Over locknut spacing of the rear hub)/2 minus (distance between locknut and cog centerline) Another reason that once I made the commitment that I enjoy SS/fixed riding, I've vastly preferred to use dedicated fixed or SS hubs which have a standardized chainline (usually 42mm for track hubs, 52mm for SS MTB hubs). It's much easier to measure and dial in chainline at the front with the proper crank/chainring/BB spindle length combination than at the rear. On Monday, February 10, 2014 1:15:20 AM UTC-8, Jay in Tel Aviv wrote: I've got my Sam Hillborne set up as single speed at the moment, using a track cog, spaced and rear derailler. The setup looks straight enough to my eye, but it does rattle a bit. I'm wondering if I've got the chain line a bit off or maybe the spacers are no sufficiently tight. How does one go about measuring chain line? I can't see a simple way to get an accurate measurement with a ruler, what with all those pesky pieces of metal in the way. If it helps, I'm running a Sugino triple up front with 40/26/bashguard, 113 mm BB and a shimano 9 speed cassete hub. I use the 40T chainring pretty much exclusively, as there is no FD installed. Thanks, Jay -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Stripe crew review
I've had mine for about the same period of time. I concur on all points of the above review, except I did not use it as a baselayer yet. I have worn it multiple times including sleeping in it. The thing I will add is my wife liked the colors. On Saturday, February 8, 2014 5:12:39 PM UTC-8, Fullylugged wrote: I've had mine a week + now. Wore it last Saturday and again today on rides. Wore it to the office on (casual) Friday and wore it to sleep in one night this week. My impressions: The fabric is rougher than say a Swobo, or smartwool, or Ibex base layer. It's not scratchy or uncomfortable though. The weave is interesting and it keeps its shape when wet with sweat. It's thin, but it works as a baselayer. Today the temps ran from upper 40s to the 50s and it was under a short sleeve wool jersey. My arms were too cool at the start and needed a jacket. The jacket came off about an hour and a half into the ride and I was very comfy. Most other riders needed to keep jackets on. I washed it today and it did not soften appreciably. I like it and once it's on, I don't want to take it off. Tailwinds. -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Best Rainy footwear/boots
The Lake boots are gore-tex (or a similar material, I forget) and have ratcheting laces, both of which are decidedly high-tech. While I'm in agreement that lycra is probably what Satan wears to exercise I'm less tolerant to getting wet. I guess riding in socks or barefoot is an option but it's not for me. On Monday, February 10, 2014 9:18:28 AM UTC-8, Steve Palincsar wrote: why would it be Unpopular? Tonester tony@gmail.com javascript: wrote: I know it'll be unpopular here, but I broke down and bought a pair of Lake winter boots and they're awesome On Friday, February 7, 2014 3:19:49 PM UTC-8, Michael Williams wrote: Hey all, so we've finally started getting some rain here in the Bay Area. I like commuting in the rain and have a pretty good poncho setup, but Ive always used regular sneakers and some sort of 'waterproof' shoe cover, but thats just not cutting it. What are peoples favorite dry boots for riding and wearing around?? thanks in advance! -Mike -- Sent from my Android phone with K-9 Mail. Please excuse my brevity. -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Best Rainy footwear/boots
Man whatever works for you is what works best. On Feb 10, 2014 12:38 PM, Tonester tony.mad...@gmail.com wrote: The Lake boots are gore-tex (or a similar material, I forget) and have ratcheting laces, both of which are decidedly high-tech. While I'm in agreement that lycra is probably what Satan wears to exercise I'm less tolerant to getting wet. I guess riding in socks or barefoot is an option but it's not for me. On Monday, February 10, 2014 9:18:28 AM UTC-8, Steve Palincsar wrote: why would it be Unpopular? Tonester tony@gmail.com wrote: I know it'll be unpopular here, but I broke down and bought a pair of Lake winter boots and they're awesome On Friday, February 7, 2014 3:19:49 PM UTC-8, Michael Williams wrote: Hey all, so we've finally started getting some rain here in the Bay Area. I like commuting in the rain and have a pretty good poncho setup, but Ive always used regular sneakers and some sort of 'waterproof' shoe cover, but thats just not cutting it. What are peoples favorite dry boots for riding and wearing around?? thanks in advance! -Mike -- Sent from my Android phone with K-9 Mail. Please excuse my brevity. -- 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. 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Saved by Stans
I love Stans for goathead protection, but wouldn't go to the hassle if not for them. So if you're not regularly getting punctures (or running tubulars!) I don't think you would need to go to the time, money, hassle of going tubeless. On Monday, February 10, 2014 5:36:05 AM UTC-8, Deacon Patrick wrote: I am glad the ride was salvaged, Ron! I'm intrigued by Stans and trying to assess if it makes any sense for me to go tubeless at some point. (The attraction is self sealing, rather than ultra low pressures, because ultra low pressure 2.25 tires do a number on my vertigo). Could you please help me understand in this situation how Stans were more convenient than a spare tube? With abandon, Patrick On Monday, February 10, 2014 6:07:33 AM UTC-7, Ron Mc wrote: Posted to Michael on another thread about getting out over the weekend in spite of mountain cedar pollen. Yesterday, took my go-fast Moser over to my buddy's house to ride from there. We had a plan for a 35-mi ride, but ended up cutting it short. About 8 miles from home we were following the shoulder of a near-rural road that goes only to a park and military reserve. I'm not sure what his plan was other than a pit stop at the park, but I was following. Heard a new ping-ping-ping and immediately thought of broken spoke. Instead found a piece of 14-ga bailing wire impaled in my Parigi tubie. It was a little weird, because right when it happened I was looking up the road at a bridge where I had picked up a piece of wire last time we were on this road. Yes, I don't plan to ride this road again. It made quite a hole, but I had a new bottle of Zap-a-gap, a 2-oz.Stans and a Tufo valve core tool. http://www.biketiresdirect.com/product/tufo-valve-tool After pulling the valve core, I opened the Zap-a-gap and filled the hole in the tire. Note - I should have waited a few minutes, because I didn't quite seal the cut in the tire, though did improve it - it was pretty big. One ounce of Stans in the tire, and pump. No question the white liquid latex was leaking through the puncture for awhile, but after a few more minutes and borrowed air from an auto tire store, it sealed up fine and got us home. So while the adventure cut our ride it half, Stans was all the rescue we needed. I was actually trying to get my last few miles out of this tubie anyway, and I guess that was accomplished. And I put my clinchers back on when I got to my house. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: SoCal February S240 poll.
So Southlanders looks like Mr. Perks is about 90% in for the Ojai S240 and may recruit a few other locals, so it seems to be firming up. By my count 4 semi solid participants with may as many as 3 to 4 other Ventura residents. I also asked Rob for his recommendations for camp locations other than Lake Casitas if we include Sulphur Mountain into the mix. As a default we can do SM and also camp at Casitas which is a perfectly fine idea. ~Hugh Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving. -- Albert Einstein http://velocipedemusings.blogspot.com/ On Sun, Feb 9, 2014 at 6:20 PM, Hugh Smitham hughsmit...@gmail.com wrote: So here we are the 9th of February already and before we know it we'll be buying candy and flowers for our loved one's...and then there's the notion of an S240 at the end of the month. I'm bumping it one last time to see if there's any interest. The idea was to do a ramble overnight out Ojai way...I've had interest from Evan S, and Mike S. for this one but before I commit to traveling to Ventura once again I'd be nice to have a few more folks on board. I think an S240 like this begs for a small group. So let me know if your in for February 28th March 1st travelling by train to Ventura. Refer to original post for the details I proposed. As usual the idea is flexible to a point as long as we have a consensus. Hope to see some of you fire side. ~Hugh Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving. -- Albert Einstein http://velocipedemusings.blogspot.com/ On Wed, Jan 29, 2014 at 11:55 AM, Hugh Smitham hughsmit...@gmail.comwrote: Rob, Thanks for the info I was hoping to hear from you. I hope you can make it as it's in your back yard but understand your business and family obligations may supersede involvement. I was going to and will reach out to chat about the various locations of interest. ~Hugh Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving. -- Albert Einstein http://velocipedemusings.blogspot.com/ On Wed, Jan 29, 2014 at 11:26 AM, rperks perks@gmail.com wrote: I am not sure if I will be able to make it or not, but would put in a strong vote for Casitas. I made it into the part itself a couple of weeks ago. There are plenty of back roads, out and backs to get supplies, an ghost town (water district claimed neighborhood, most houses are flattened) to explore for those not afraid to jump fences, and all manner of pleasant stuff. Denison is nice enough but not as much diversion for how close it is to town(s). Rob On Tuesday, January 28, 2014 10:45:57 AM UTC-8, hsmitham wrote: Truly. ~Hugh Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving. -- Albert Einstein http://velocipedemusings.blogspot.com/ On Tue, Jan 28, 2014 at 10:07 AM, sameness same...@gmail.com wrote: Are you just regrouping in the old family haunts before moving to the West side of Los Angeles? Yep, in a bit of a holding pattern down here in Rancho Bernardo until my place up north is ready in a couple of weeks. Lake Hodges trails are right out my backyard, so there are worse problems to have. Jeff Hagedorn San Diego, CA USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to a topic in the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this topic, visit https://groups.google.com/d/ topic/rbw-owners-bunch/evaRk_JsHR4/unsubscribe. To unsubscribe from this group and all its topics, 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to a topic in the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this topic, visit https://groups.google.com/d/topic/rbw-owners-bunch/evaRk_JsHR4/unsubscribe . To unsubscribe from this group and all its topics, 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. 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Show me your albatrosses!
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ericgnolan/8666475734/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/ericgnolan/8542623708/ Best, Eric -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Mixed terrain route, mostly dirt, in coastal Northern California?
Last summer a buddy and I did a trip down the Northern California coast. We planned to include the Lost Coast, but unluckily, we managed to be riding during the only rainstorm of 2013, and our smooth tires wouldn't have been able to handle the muddy conditions. I still want to ride the Lost Coast. But now, I'm looking for a mostly-dirt loop up there. My new Krampus will prefer dirt to pavement, unlike my beautiful Atlantis. Any suggestions? As soon I get my Krampus, it's going to start burning a hole in my pocket. I'm thinking bikepacking in Henry Coe, bikepacking at the trail camps in Big Basin, and definitely a return to GGNRA, this time with the 3 Tires of Confidence to allow me to ride all those singletracks and the disk Brakes of Confidence so I don't have to keep replacing rims. -- -- Anne Paulson It isn't a contest. Enjoy the 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Best Rainy footwear/boots
I use my hiking boots (old-style Vasque Sundowners) for cold and cold+wet. In warmer conditions, I use the MUSA Splats, which work well, but are a bit large for my shoes (Men's US10). Anyone use gaiters? I'm thinking of getting a set for hiking and cycling. The biggest problem for riding in heavy rain is water getting into my boots or shoes, which maybe the gaiters could help alleviate. (I'd go for the MUSA ShinShields, but I'd rather spring for rolls of Saran Wrap.) On Monday, February 10, 2014 12:39:45 PM UTC-5, Peter M wrote: Man whatever works for you is what works best. On Feb 10, 2014 12:38 PM, Tonester tony@gmail.com javascript: wrote: The Lake boots are gore-tex (or a similar material, I forget) and have ratcheting laces, both of which are decidedly high-tech. While I'm in agreement that lycra is probably what Satan wears to exercise I'm less tolerant to getting wet. I guess riding in socks or barefoot is an option but it's not for me. On Monday, February 10, 2014 9:18:28 AM UTC-8, Steve Palincsar wrote: why would it be Unpopular? Tonester tony@gmail.com wrote: I know it'll be unpopular here, but I broke down and bought a pair of Lake winter boots and they're awesome On Friday, February 7, 2014 3:19:49 PM UTC-8, Michael Williams wrote: Hey all, so we've finally started getting some rain here in the Bay Area. I like commuting in the rain and have a pretty good poncho setup, but Ive always used regular sneakers and some sort of 'waterproof' shoe cover, but thats just not cutting it. What are peoples favorite dry boots for riding and wearing around?? thanks in advance! -Mike -- Sent from my Android phone with K-9 Mail. Please excuse my brevity. -- 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. 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Saved by Stans
the beauty of it is exactly what I used it for - it makes a great flat kit with the 3 basic components I described. I take this kit along with clinchers as well, even with a spare tube - it's just nice to have the option to seal the flat on the bike. I honestly was surprised this big hole completely stopped leaking within 10 minutes or so. On Monday, February 10, 2014 11:46:04 AM UTC-6, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: I love Stans for goathead protection, but wouldn't go to the hassle if not for them. So if you're not regularly getting punctures (or running tubulars!) I don't think you would need to go to the time, money, hassle of going tubeless. On Monday, February 10, 2014 5:36:05 AM UTC-8, Deacon Patrick wrote: I am glad the ride was salvaged, Ron! I'm intrigued by Stans and trying to assess if it makes any sense for me to go tubeless at some point. (The attraction is self sealing, rather than ultra low pressures, because ultra low pressure 2.25 tires do a number on my vertigo). Could you please help me understand in this situation how Stans were more convenient than a spare tube? With abandon, Patrick On Monday, February 10, 2014 6:07:33 AM UTC-7, Ron Mc wrote: Posted to Michael on another thread about getting out over the weekend in spite of mountain cedar pollen. Yesterday, took my go-fast Moser over to my buddy's house to ride from there. We had a plan for a 35-mi ride, but ended up cutting it short. About 8 miles from home we were following the shoulder of a near-rural road that goes only to a park and military reserve. I'm not sure what his plan was other than a pit stop at the park, but I was following. Heard a new ping-ping-ping and immediately thought of broken spoke. Instead found a piece of 14-ga bailing wire impaled in my Parigi tubie. It was a little weird, because right when it happened I was looking up the road at a bridge where I had picked up a piece of wire last time we were on this road. Yes, I don't plan to ride this road again. It made quite a hole, but I had a new bottle of Zap-a-gap, a 2-oz.Stans and a Tufo valve core tool. http://www.biketiresdirect.com/product/tufo-valve-tool After pulling the valve core, I opened the Zap-a-gap and filled the hole in the tire. Note - I should have waited a few minutes, because I didn't quite seal the cut in the tire, though did improve it - it was pretty big. One ounce of Stans in the tire, and pump. No question the white liquid latex was leaking through the puncture for awhile, but after a few more minutes and borrowed air from an auto tire store, it sealed up fine and got us home. So while the adventure cut our ride it half, Stans was all the rescue we needed. I was actually trying to get my last few miles out of this tubie anyway, and I guess that was accomplished. And I put my clinchers back on when I got to my house. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] OT: trade resume/LI work for website work?
Not wholly entirely completely OT since I've had a few list clients. Anyway: I need some very simple text changes to my website. I also may add a photo. I'd like the help of an experienced and talented web tuner in exchange for expert resume or LI help. My resume + LI package costs $800*, which is for the quality of the work provided cheaper than many other sources. So, that on one side of the balance. Anyone? Please reply off list -- DO NOT simply click reply because that will post to the list. Email me at: patrickmo...@resumespecialties.com Thanks. *I am presently considering new pricing; just for the record. $1K for resume, letter, LI profile, to bring my prices to current levels. -- Albuquerque, NM, USA Resumes, LinkedIn profiles, and letters that get interviews. By-the-hour resume and LinkedIn coaching. Other professional writing services. http://www.resumespecialties.com/ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Best Rainy footwear/boots
My Lake winter boots are EXTREMELY popular with me! cheers, Andrew From: Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com; Tonester tony.mad...@gmail.com Sent: Monday, February 10, 2014 9:18 AM Subject: Re: [RBW] Re: Best Rainy footwear/boots why would it be Unpopular? Tonester tony.mad...@gmail.com wrote: I know it'll be unpopular here, but I broke down and bought a pair of Lake winter boots and they're awesome On Friday, February 7, 2014 3:19:49 PM UTC-8, Michael Williams wrote: Hey all,  so we've finally started getting some rain here in the Bay Area.  I like commuting in the rain and have a pretty good poncho setup,  but Ive always used regular sneakers and some sort of 'waterproof' shoe cover,  but thats just not cutting it.  What are peoples favorite dry boots for riding and  wearing around??  thanks in advance!  -Mike -- Sent from my Android phone with K-9 Mail. Please excuse my brevity. -- 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. 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Best Rainy footwear/boots
+1 for gore-tex hikers. The lighter-weight ones are just dressed up sneakers, and will last you about as long. Quality boots are generally heavier, but can last forever. Like a Rivendell. I wear my Belleville gore-tex combat boots when it's cold rainy. I was issued 3 different pair, so that's the cheap easy solution for me. But they may be found at surplus stores, usually for less than most other gore-tex hiking boots. And all US gear is MUSA. Another MUSA option: Red Wing boots (you can filter their website by country of origin!). I have a pair of 953's I've had for 20 years (I'm 36, so my entire adult life) that are almost as comfortable as sneakers. Any quality leather boot can be made reasonably waterproof with enough Newbaum's, or silicone creme. The current Chukka or Moc Toe boots could make great all-rounder shoes for wet weather. Think of them as Brooks, fenders, and Marathons for your feet. :) (Red Wing owns Irish Setter and Vasque as well) On Mon, Feb 10, 2014 at 12:41 PM, Andrew Letton let...@flash.net wrote: My Lake winter boots are EXTREMELY popular with me! cheers, Andrew -- *From:* Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com *To:* rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com; Tonester tony.mad...@gmail.com *Sent:* Monday, February 10, 2014 9:18 AM *Subject:* Re: [RBW] Re: Best Rainy footwear/boots why would it be Unpopular? Tonester tony.mad...@gmail.com wrote: I know it'll be unpopular here, but I broke down and bought a pair of Lake winter boots and they're awesome On Friday, February 7, 2014 3:19:49 PM UTC-8, Michael Williams wrote: Hey all, so we've finally started getting some rain here in the Bay Area. I like commuting in the rain and have a pretty good poncho setup, but Ive always used regular sneakers and some sort of 'waterproof' shoe cover, but thats just not cutting it. What are peoples favorite dry boots for riding and wearing around?? thanks in advance! -Mike -- Sent from my Android phone with K-9 Mail. Please excuse my brevity. -- 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. 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. 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] FS: 1 set of 650B wheels
Make me a reasonable offer. Link: https://groups.google.com/forum/#!topic/650b/61Dy-i-D7JA Thnx for reading. -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] FS: 58 Rambouillet Green complete bike - $1400 shipped - bump and price drop
Some tire kicking but nothing solid so far. $50 off for local SF Bay Area sales. Open to parting out if someone is interested in the frame or some group of components. Thanks for looking! - After lots of pondering I have decided to offer up my green 2006 58cm Ram for sale. Need to thin the herd and prep for an unexpected arrival in 6.5 months or so. Not a bicycle arrival, either. It is a great bike. Nice but not perfect shape. Beausage but not too much. No dents. I bought the bike from the first owner - time to move it forward with a few upgrades. Some original and some new parts. I had just gotten into replacing the bar tape and brake levers when I made the decision so decided to leave the brake cables bar wrap for the new owner to complete. I am including new brake cables/ black housing and a package of the natural cork tape from RBW to complete things. The brake housing run from the rear TT stop to the rear brake is fine and recent so I am leaving that as is. Here are the build details: 58 cm Rambouillet: Mavic Open Pro / Ultegra hubs Grand Bois Cypres 30 tires - recent Ultegra headset Origin 8 brake levers (Tektro R340) - new Tektro R539 brakes - recent Shimano 105 triple front Der Deore LX rear der Sugino triple crankset 48/36/26 Shimano HG-61 11-34 cassette - recent Shimano 9-speed chain - recent Shimano 9-speed bar ends - indexes properly if you want to go that way. Nitto Noodles 46cm Nitto Technomic Deluxe stem 8cm Nitto 65 seatpost Not including the saddle, pedals/clips, or bottle cages. I am including an extra pair of new in package GB Cypres 30 tires. So 4 tires total. Link to some photos: https://www.dropbox.com/sc/3owvcanep0srgok/BC5eyQrHXk Let me know if there are problems accessing the images. Questions? Ask away. Dan -Marin / 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Best Rainy footwear/boots
Ditto. I have two pair: a Thinsulate pair for really cold days, and an unlined pair for when it's a bit warmer. On Friday, February 7, 2014 6:13:34 PM UTC-8, Kevin wrote: I like my LL Bean duck boots. -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Loving Tributes to Betty Foy
Yes! Between you, me, and Pammie, I'm sure we could write a lot! On Monday, February 10, 2014 6:38:19 AM UTC-8, LeahFoy wrote: Cecily, I'm glad I'm not the only one who vastly prefers the BF - I almost got kicked off the list when I said it! ;) I wish there were more BF owners who were writing about their bikes, but maybe it has to be you and me. A collaborative effort, perhaps! -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Best Rainy footwear/boots
Blundstones are quite nice. They look good and are waterproof. You can get shearling lined ones for really, really cold conditions. http://www.zappos.com/blundstone-mens-boots~2 On Friday, February 7, 2014 3:19:49 PM UTC-8, Michael Williams wrote: Hey all, so we've finally started getting some rain here in the Bay Area. I like commuting in the rain and have a pretty good poncho setup, but Ive always used regular sneakers and some sort of 'waterproof' shoe cover, but thats just not cutting it. What are peoples favorite dry boots for riding and wearing around?? thanks in advance! -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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Loving Tributes to Betty Foy
Pammie, I'm so glad you got this bike back. And as for joining in - the more the merrier! On Monday, February 10, 2014 7:45:47 AM UTC-8, Pammie wrote: Well, I don’t have the Betty Foy — but I do have a mixte Royal H, in great Rivendell tradition — I’m happy to join:) On Feb 10, 2014, at 6:38 AM, LeahFoy jonasa...@gmail.com javascript: wrote: Cecily, I'm glad I'm not the only one who vastly prefers the BF - I almost got kicked off the list when I said it! ;) I wish there were more BF owners who were writing about their bikes, but maybe it has to be you and me. A collaborative effort, perhaps! -- 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. 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Loving Tributes to Betty Foy
I hadn't compared the Foy to any other Riv models so I can't compare it to those, but it's definitely far better than any other bike I've owned. I think you, me, and Pammie should start collaborating on a series of posts. :-D On Monday, February 10, 2014 6:38:19 AM UTC-8, LeahFoy wrote: Cecily, I'm glad I'm not the only one who vastly prefers the BF - I almost got kicked off the list when I said it! ;) I wish there were more BF owners who were writing about their bikes, but maybe it has to be you and me. A collaborative effort, perhaps! -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Loving Tributes to Betty Foy
Six years ago I went to Riv HQ and rode a Betty Foy for half the day. It was one of the best experiences I've had at a bike shop. I guess I was hanging around so long and riding every size of the Betty Foy that I met Grant and he said I should get the larger size. I didn't want to leave. I never bought a Betty Foy. I bought a custom Riv mixte instead. But I remember what a smooth enjoyable ride that Betty was. I was smiling while I rode around Walnut Creek. I was a Riv convert before I rode Betty, but afterward I became a devotee. On Saturday, February 8, 2014 6:58:58 PM UTC-8, Cecily Walker wrote: I've read many loving tributes to Sams, Hilsens, Hunqapillars and other Riv bikes over the last few years, but there is precious little writing out there about the joys of owning and riding a Betty Foy. I'm familiar with Lovely Bicycle's faint praise, and I've read and re-read the posts (and seen the videos) from the women of Let's Go Ride a Bike, but I've always found it odd that there isn't a lot out there about the history of the Betty Foy, the fun people have had in the saddle, or musings about what the Foy has meant to the lucky woman (or man) who owns one. Even Rivendell's site is scant when it comes to copy about the Foy, saying only that you can do equally well on a Betty Foy what you can do on a Sam. That's the equivalent of saying Yeah, so's your sister. And now that Betty Foy (and her brother Yves) are nearing the end of their model lives, I fear that I'll never learn all there is to learn, or read all there is to read about this bike that I've come to love so much. Unless I write it myself, of course... Feeling thinky on a Saturday night, Cecily -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Chain Line
Thanks for all the input. I tried the magic gear thing and couldn't make it work. Looking at the calculator, I think I now understand why. It shows my 40/16 gear as a perfect match with a 100 link chain and the Sam's 45.5 cm chain stays, as long as there is zero (0) chain stretch. It's way off with just 0.05 inches of stretch over 12 inches of chain. On Monday, February 10, 2014 7:18:10 PM UTC+2, Jeremy Till wrote: Measuring chainline on the rear cog can be tricky. My preferred method is to put a straight edge of some kind across the locknut on the driveside and measure the distance between the straight edge and the centerline of the cog. Then, chainline=(Over locknut spacing of the rear hub)/2 minus (distance between locknut and cog centerline) Another reason that once I made the commitment that I enjoy SS/fixed riding, I've vastly preferred to use dedicated fixed or SS hubs which have a standardized chainline (usually 42mm for track hubs, 52mm for SS MTB hubs). It's much easier to measure and dial in chainline at the front with the proper crank/chainring/BB spindle length combination than at the rear. On Monday, February 10, 2014 1:15:20 AM UTC-8, Jay in Tel Aviv wrote: I've got my Sam Hillborne set up as single speed at the moment, using a track cog, spaced and rear derailler. The setup looks straight enough to my eye, but it does rattle a bit. I'm wondering if I've got the chain line a bit off or maybe the spacers are no sufficiently tight. How does one go about measuring chain line? I can't see a simple way to get an accurate measurement with a ruler, what with all those pesky pieces of metal in the way. If it helps, I'm running a Sugino triple up front with 40/26/bashguard, 113 mm BB and a shimano 9 speed cassete hub. I use the 40T chainring pretty much exclusively, as there is no FD installed. Thanks, Jay -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: FS: 58 Rambouillet Green complete bike - $1400 shipped - bump and price drop
This would be perfect for me if I needed a bike at the moment. As it is I already have as many as I can (am allowed to) fit in my apartment. I would have thought this to be an easy sale though. Good luck, and enjoy the baby. Jay On Monday, February 10, 2014 9:08:30 PM UTC+2, danmc wrote: Some tire kicking but nothing solid so far. $50 off for local SF Bay Area sales. Open to parting out if someone is interested in the frame or some group of components. Thanks for looking! - After lots of pondering I have decided to offer up my green 2006 58cm Ram for sale. Need to thin the herd and prep for an unexpected arrival in 6.5 months or so. Not a bicycle arrival, either. It is a great bike. Nice but not perfect shape. Beausage but not too much. No dents. I bought the bike from the first owner - time to move it forward with a few upgrades. Some original and some new parts. I had just gotten into replacing the bar tape and brake levers when I made the decision so decided to leave the brake cables bar wrap for the new owner to complete. I am including new brake cables/ black housing and a package of the natural cork tape from RBW to complete things. The brake housing run from the rear TT stop to the rear brake is fine and recent so I am leaving that as is. Here are the build details: 58 cm Rambouillet: Mavic Open Pro / Ultegra hubs Grand Bois Cypres 30 tires - recent Ultegra headset Origin 8 brake levers (Tektro R340) - new Tektro R539 brakes - recent Shimano 105 triple front Der Deore LX rear der Sugino triple crankset 48/36/26 Shimano HG-61 11-34 cassette - recent Shimano 9-speed chain - recent Shimano 9-speed bar ends - indexes properly if you want to go that way. Nitto Noodles 46cm Nitto Technomic Deluxe stem 8cm Nitto 65 seatpost Not including the saddle, pedals/clips, or bottle cages. I am including an extra pair of new in package GB Cypres 30 tires. So 4 tires total. Link to some photos: https://www.dropbox.com/sc/3owvcanep0srgok/BC5eyQrHXk Let me know if there are problems accessing the images. Questions? Ask away. Dan -Marin / 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] SKS P55 fenders
Hey group, I have a question. I have a set of the SKS P55 fenders and run them with 650bx 42mm tires, is there any reason I just cant extend the stays a little and run a 700x 45 tire under there on a different bike. On the Riv site and the SKS site they recommend the P50s for for 700x45 and the P55s are specifically for 26 wheels/tires. I would think you would just be able to extend the stays a little. Thank you in advance. -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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] SKS P55 fenders
That's a pretty big difference in tire size. 650b x 42 mm = 668 mm diameter 700c x 45mm = 712 mm diameter Difference of 44mm diameter, 22mm radius. So you'd have to extend the stays 22mm. You probably don't have that much extra length on the stays. With longer stays, you probably could make the P50s fit; they're pretty flexible. But if you're buying new stays you might as well buy new fenders. Tim On Mon, Feb 10, 2014 at 3:32 PM, Michael Williams mkernanwilli...@gmail.com wrote: Hey group, I have a question. I have a set of the SKS P55 fenders and run them with 650bx 42mm tires, is there any reason I just cant extend the stays a little and run a 700x 45 tire under there on a different bike. On the Riv site and the SKS site they recommend the P50s for for 700x45 and the P55s are specifically for 26 wheels/tires. I would think you would just be able to extend the stays a little. Thank you in advance. -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. 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] FS/FT - TAZephyr, 10 SPD STI, WI Eno Wheel, WI FW, noodles
Still working on my pre spring cleaning, hit me up of list! -$250 Shimano 105 10 speed group; 2x10 STI shifters (5600 series), front and rear derailleur, 10 speed chain, tiagra 12-30t cassette -$300 TA Zephyr Crankset, triple, with TA Axix BB (needs replacement bearings) -$150 WI ENO eccentric wheel, 32 hole, 26 Rim, rim brake, (black) -$65 WI 17T FW -$40 Nitto Noodle 44cm bars (spirals scratches on one side of the stem-sleeve) Shipping actuals would be added and discussed pre-sale. Feel free to make an offer, potential trade interest items; -Nitto Mini or marks rack -Brooks flyer -Brooks b17 -WI crank - 170 or 175cm -Paul or Bruce Gordon canti brakes -Paul brake levers -silver bar end shifters -thin gripster pedals -Nitto Albatross bars -Nitto Bosco bars ;) that's probably enough!! -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Show me your albatrosses!
http://flic.kr/p/eCuwcY Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Thursday, February 6, 2014 3:42:55 PM UTC-8, Conway Bennett wrote: Captain Conway in Chicago here. I'm an avid reader of the group but a sporadic poster. In any case I'm a sucker for riv sales campaign so I'm the new owner of some albatrosses which will steering my beloved riv'd out cross check. So, can all you proud alba mommas and poppas send your flickr hot links for inspiration? -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: SKS P55 fenders
The SKS fender size isn't just a matter of the stay length but also the radius at which the fender is curved. The SKS fenders designed for 26 wheels make a tighter circle than the ones designed for 700c wheels. Of course, SKS fenders are relatively forgiving in that they can be flexed to fit more than metal fenders, but too much inbuilt stress can still cause them to crack and I think that such a modification would mean that they would fatigue fairly quickly. On Monday, February 10, 2014 1:32:05 PM UTC-8, Michael Williams wrote: Hey group, I have a question. I have a set of the SKS P55 fenders and run them with 650bx 42mm tires, is there any reason I just cant extend the stays a little and run a 700x 45 tire under there on a different bike. On the Riv site and the SKS site they recommend the P50s for for 700x45 and the P55s are specifically for 26 wheels/tires. I would think you would just be able to extend the stays a little. Thank you in advance. -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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: SKS P55 fenders
Thank you Jeremy, i definitely wouldnt want to impact the durability of something. Sent from my iPhone On Feb 10, 2014, at 5:22 PM, Jeremy Till jeremy.t...@gmail.com wrote: The SKS fender size isn't just a matter of the stay length but also the radius at which the fender is curved. The SKS fenders designed for 26 wheels make a tighter circle than the ones designed for 700c wheels. Of course, SKS fenders are relatively forgiving in that they can be flexed to fit more than metal fenders, but too much inbuilt stress can still cause them to crack and I think that such a modification would mean that they would fatigue fairly quickly. On Monday, February 10, 2014 1:32:05 PM UTC-8, Michael Williams wrote: Hey group, I have a question. I have a set of the SKS P55 fenders and run them with 650bx 42mm tires, is there any reason I just cant extend the stays a little and run a 700x 45 tire under there on a different bike. On the Riv site and the SKS site they recommend the P50s for for 700x45 and the P55s are specifically for 26 wheels/tires. I would think you would just be able to extend the stays a little. Thank you in advance. -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. 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: stem length for Albastache
J - I would go short with Albastaches, as well. They come back a bit more than the originals, but it's not as noticeable a difference as the width - maybe only a cm or two. They are more stretched out width-wise, which gives more leverage, and more hand positions. I use the 10cm Dirt Drop stem, and it works great. I would use a shorter technomic, but the real deal is to measure where you want to be based on where you will be holding on most of the time, and getting the right stem for your needed fit. I mostly hold on near where the bar starts the curve, but still on the swept back end. Great bars, BTW - I like them better than the Albatross due to the ability to stretch out and have a more natural angle when I'm in the hooks of the bar. Brian Hanson Seattle, WA On Monday, February 10, 2014 6:35:34 AM UTC-8, jandrews_nyc wrote: On the previous M-bars, if one were to use a technomic stem, it was recommended to go short. Does that still ring true for the newer version of the bars? I think they come back a couple more inches. If one were to use a 7 cm stem on the originals, what would the recommended stem length be on the Albastaches? thanks J -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Show me your albatrosses!
Yes, you can sort of see them here - http://www.flickr.com/photos/cecily/9552676552/ - I've since angled the bars down a little bit, but the setup is largely the same. On Monday, February 10, 2014 3:19:23 AM UTC-8, Tony DeFilippo wrote: Cecily, you use the ergon's on Alba's? I'd love to see pictures as I've considered it myself. I saw someone using those on the drops of a noodle-like bar on the web somewhere... On Feb 10, 2014 12:15 AM, Cecily Walker cecily...@gmail.comjavascript: wrote: I use Ergon GPI Biokork grips because I need a wider platform to protect my joints: http://www.ergon-bike.com/us/en/product/gp1-biokork I get the look and feel of cork with a little extra cushioning. My wrists don't hurt at all anymore since getting these. On Saturday, February 8, 2014 8:00:38 PM UTC-8, David Stein wrote: Awesome setups. I have a trek 650b conversion I'm finishing with an upside down mustache bar. Curious, for those running grips (not tape) what kind of grips do you use, where is a a good place to pick some up outside of the usual box store / mtn bike type grips? On Thursday, February 6, 2014 3:42:55 PM UTC-8, Conway Bennett wrote: Captain Conway in Chicago here. I'm an avid reader of the group but a sporadic poster. In any case I'm a sucker for riv sales campaign so I'm the new owner of some albatrosses which will steering my beloved riv'd out cross check. So, can all you proud alba mommas and poppas send your flickr hot links for inspiration? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to a topic in the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this topic, visit https://groups.google.com/d/topic/rbw-owners-bunch/7M05uiaC9P8/unsubscribe . To unsubscribe from this group and all its topics, 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. 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Loving Tributes to Betty Foy
I'm headed toward the devotee camp myself. A friend just bought a super-duper high end downhill mountain bike, and I want to accompany her on some of the less strenuous but somewhat demanding single track rides that I can't do on the Betty Foy (because I'm too heavy in the saddle). I am seriously contemplating adding a Hunqapillar to my Rivendell stable. I have no idea how I'm going to pay for it, but I have no doubt that it will eventually happen. On Monday, February 10, 2014 12:02:51 PM UTC-8, grrlyrida wrote: Six years ago I went to Riv HQ and rode a Betty Foy for half the day. It was one of the best experiences I've had at a bike shop. I guess I was hanging around so long and riding every size of the Betty Foy that I met Grant and he said I should get the larger size. I didn't want to leave. I never bought a Betty Foy. I bought a custom Riv mixte instead. But I remember what a smooth enjoyable ride that Betty was. I was smiling while I rode around Walnut Creek. I was a Riv convert before I rode Betty, but afterward I became a devotee. On Saturday, February 8, 2014 6:58:58 PM UTC-8, Cecily Walker wrote: I've read many loving tributes to Sams, Hilsens, Hunqapillars and other Riv bikes over the last few years, but there is precious little writing out there about the joys of owning and riding a Betty Foy. I'm familiar with Lovely Bicycle's faint praise, and I've read and re-read the posts (and seen the videos) from the women of Let's Go Ride a Bike, but I've always found it odd that there isn't a lot out there about the history of the Betty Foy, the fun people have had in the saddle, or musings about what the Foy has meant to the lucky woman (or man) who owns one. Even Rivendell's site is scant when it comes to copy about the Foy, saying only that you can do equally well on a Betty Foy what you can do on a Sam. That's the equivalent of saying Yeah, so's your sister. And now that Betty Foy (and her brother Yves) are nearing the end of their model lives, I fear that I'll never learn all there is to learn, or read all there is to read about this bike that I've come to love so much. Unless I write it myself, of course... Feeling thinky on a Saturday night, Cecily -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Loving Tributes to Betty Foy
Leah, I must have missed your nearly getting kicked off for your Betty-love. The Betty Foy is one of Rivendell's best selling bikes, coming close to the Atlantis IIRC. Maybe not as well represented in this online space, but holding it's own IRL!!! Cecily, I can't say enough, get whatever bike makes you comfortable out in the dirt. There's something wonderful about riding a bike in the woods that is just magical. You don't have to get a full on North Shore approved bike, but that is your neighborhood! You would be amazed what a solid 90's MTB would do for you. Cheers, David it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. - Seth Vidal On Mon, Feb 10, 2014 at 7:17 PM, Cecily Walker cecily.wal...@gmail.comwrote: I'm headed toward the devotee camp myself. A friend just bought a super-duper high end downhill mountain bike, and I want to accompany her on some of the less strenuous but somewhat demanding single track rides that I can't do on the Betty Foy (because I'm too heavy in the saddle). I am seriously contemplating adding a Hunqapillar to my Rivendell stable. I have no idea how I'm going to pay for it, but I have no doubt that it will eventually happen. On Monday, February 10, 2014 12:02:51 PM UTC-8, grrlyrida wrote: Six years ago I went to Riv HQ and rode a Betty Foy for half the day. It was one of the best experiences I've had at a bike shop. I guess I was hanging around so long and riding every size of the Betty Foy that I met Grant and he said I should get the larger size. I didn't want to leave. I never bought a Betty Foy. I bought a custom Riv mixte instead. But I remember what a smooth enjoyable ride that Betty was. I was smiling while I rode around Walnut Creek. I was a Riv convert before I rode Betty, but afterward I became a devotee. On Saturday, February 8, 2014 6:58:58 PM UTC-8, Cecily Walker wrote: I've read many loving tributes to Sams, Hilsens, Hunqapillars and other Riv bikes over the last few years, but there is precious little writing out there about the joys of owning and riding a Betty Foy. I'm familiar with Lovely Bicycle's faint praise, and I've read and re-read the posts (and seen the videos) from the women of Let's Go Ride a Bike, but I've always found it odd that there isn't a lot out there about the history of the Betty Foy, the fun people have had in the saddle, or musings about what the Foy has meant to the lucky woman (or man) who owns one. Even Rivendell's site is scant when it comes to copy about the Foy, saying only that you can do equally well on a Betty Foy what you can do on a Sam. That's the equivalent of saying Yeah, so's your sister. And now that Betty Foy (and her brother Yves) are nearing the end of their model lives, I fear that I'll never learn all there is to learn, or read all there is to read about this bike that I've come to love so much. Unless I write it myself, of course... Feeling thinky on a Saturday night, Cecily -- 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. 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Loving Tributes to Betty Foy
That's a great story -- I'd love to collaborate! On Feb 10, 2014, at 12:02 PM, grrlyrida grrlyr...@gmail.com wrote: Six years ago I went to Riv HQ and rode a Betty Foy for half the day. It was one of the best experiences I've had at a bike shop. I guess I was hanging around so long and riding every size of the Betty Foy that I met Grant and he said I should get the larger size. I didn't want to leave. I never bought a Betty Foy. I bought a custom Riv mixte instead. But I remember what a smooth enjoyable ride that Betty was. I was smiling while I rode around Walnut Creek. I was a Riv convert before I rode Betty, but afterward I became a devotee. On Saturday, February 8, 2014 6:58:58 PM UTC-8, Cecily Walker wrote: I've read many loving tributes to Sams, Hilsens, Hunqapillars and other Riv bikes over the last few years, but there is precious little writing out there about the joys of owning and riding a Betty Foy. I'm familiar with Lovely Bicycle's faint praise, and I've read and re-read the posts (and seen the videos) from the women of Let's Go Ride a Bike, but I've always found it odd that there isn't a lot out there about the history of the Betty Foy, the fun people have had in the saddle, or musings about what the Foy has meant to the lucky woman (or man) who owns one. Even Rivendell's site is scant when it comes to copy about the Foy, saying only that you can do equally well on a Betty Foy what you can do on a Sam. That's the equivalent of saying Yeah, so's your sister. And now that Betty Foy (and her brother Yves) are nearing the end of their model lives, I fear that I'll never learn all there is to learn, or read all there is to read about this bike that I've come to love so much. Unless I write it myself, of course... Feeling thinky on a Saturday night, Cecily -- 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. 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: SoCal February S240 poll.
just discovered the Amtrak lines from Irvine south are down for service March 1-2. I'll have to drive up to Irvine to use train. ~mike Carlsbad 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: SoCal February S240 poll.
Bummer! But glad you'll be making it. I'll see you on the train. ~Hugh Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving. -- Albert Einstein http://velocipedemusings.blogspot.com/ On Mon, Feb 10, 2014 at 8:32 PM, Mike Schiller mikeybi...@rocketmail.comwrote: just discovered the Amtrak lines from Irvine south are down for service March 1-2. I'll have to drive up to Irvine to use train. ~mike Carlsbad Ca -- You received this message because you are subscribed to a topic in the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this topic, visit https://groups.google.com/d/topic/rbw-owners-bunch/evaRk_JsHR4/unsubscribe . To unsubscribe from this group and all its topics, 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. 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Show me your albatrosses!
Here they are on a beautiful Betty http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/12397182144/ Kelly -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Mixed terrain route, mostly dirt, in coastal Northern California?
On Monday, February 10, 2014 10:20:47 AM UTC-8, Anne Paulson wrote: I still want to ride the Lost Coast. But now, I'm looking for a mostly-dirt loop up there. My new Krampus will prefer dirt to pavement, unlike my beautiful Atlantis. Any suggestions? Here's the route I know of as an alternate to 101 through the Lost Coast: http://northcoastbikerides.blogspot.com/2011/08/lost-coast-tour.html It's partly paved and partly unpaved. There are good BLM maps of the area if you want to meander through the forest in a less direct route. There is also the Paradise Royale loop, which was built by mountain bikers and offers some great and challenging single track in the King Range. jim m wc 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Loving Tributes to Betty Foy
Well the Betty makes a great photo prop too. http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/12397182144/ Kelly -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Bikes in Monuments Men
Saw this movie tonight, not as good as I was hoping but still entertaining. The important thing for this forum though is that there are several prominent bicycle scenes in WWII occupied France... Stupid things I never would have taken much note if 2 years ago! The bikes always get rather roughly dismounted and tossed around... But it's cool that a hi profile movie like this portrays how important bikes were at that time in Europe. I'll tease one other tidbit... Guess who stopped in at Waterford Precision Cycles today for a quick tour and talk!?! I saw a dozen or more Riv's in all stages of construction, finishing and painting... Not to mention some Gunnar's, a limited edition Paramount and others. Pictures coming later this week or next! Tony -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: SoCal February S240 poll.
I'm very jealous of this ride, the company, the bikes and the route! A trifecta of bike awesomeness!! Can't wait to see pictures. Tony -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Loving Tributes to Betty Foy
I love riding in the dirt. I was surprised by how much I loved it, but maybe I shouldn't have been - before my osteoarthritis got really bad, I used to love trail running, too. I think with a different set of wheels/tires, Betty could take me on most of the trails I'd be happiest on in the area, but I'm pretty sure she isn't North Shore ready. To be honest, I'm not sure I am, either. But I do love a challenge! :-D On Monday, February 10, 2014 7:47:05 PM UTC-8, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: Leah, I must have missed your nearly getting kicked off for your Betty-love. The Betty Foy is one of Rivendell's best selling bikes, coming close to the Atlantis IIRC. Maybe not as well represented in this online space, but holding it's own IRL!!! Cecily, I can't say enough, get whatever bike makes you comfortable out in the dirt. There's something wonderful about riding a bike in the woods that is just magical. You don't have to get a full on North Shore approved bike, but that is your neighborhood! You would be amazed what a solid 90's MTB would do for you. Cheers, David it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. - Seth Vidal On Mon, Feb 10, 2014 at 7:17 PM, Cecily Walker cecily...@gmail.comjavascript: wrote: I'm headed toward the devotee camp myself. A friend just bought a super-duper high end downhill mountain bike, and I want to accompany her on some of the less strenuous but somewhat demanding single track rides that I can't do on the Betty Foy (because I'm too heavy in the saddle). I am seriously contemplating adding a Hunqapillar to my Rivendell stable. I have no idea how I'm going to pay for it, but I have no doubt that it will eventually happen. On Monday, February 10, 2014 12:02:51 PM UTC-8, grrlyrida wrote: Six years ago I went to Riv HQ and rode a Betty Foy for half the day. It was one of the best experiences I've had at a bike shop. I guess I was hanging around so long and riding every size of the Betty Foy that I met Grant and he said I should get the larger size. I didn't want to leave. I never bought a Betty Foy. I bought a custom Riv mixte instead. But I remember what a smooth enjoyable ride that Betty was. I was smiling while I rode around Walnut Creek. I was a Riv convert before I rode Betty, but afterward I became a devotee. On Saturday, February 8, 2014 6:58:58 PM UTC-8, Cecily Walker wrote: I've read many loving tributes to Sams, Hilsens, Hunqapillars and other Riv bikes over the last few years, but there is precious little writing out there about the joys of owning and riding a Betty Foy. I'm familiar with Lovely Bicycle's faint praise, and I've read and re-read the posts (and seen the videos) from the women of Let's Go Ride a Bike, but I've always found it odd that there isn't a lot out there about the history of the Betty Foy, the fun people have had in the saddle, or musings about what the Foy has meant to the lucky woman (or man) who owns one. Even Rivendell's site is scant when it comes to copy about the Foy, saying only that you can do equally well on a Betty Foy what you can do on a Sam. That's the equivalent of saying Yeah, so's your sister. And now that Betty Foy (and her brother Yves) are nearing the end of their model lives, I fear that I'll never learn all there is to learn, or read all there is to read about this bike that I've come to love so much. Unless I write it myself, of course... Feeling thinky on a Saturday night, Cecily -- 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. 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] FS Quickbeam 68CM
http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/sets/72157640446277544/ Stock crank Shimano dyno hub and lights Sks fenders Jack browns Dirt drop and mustache bars Nitto seat post ... Front rack and Berthould bag Everything - pump water bottle saddle the works. You pay box and ship Last chance price - i will take photos of the steel being melted down before I sell it cheaper. :) 1200.00 - you pay fees on paypal and shipping - no returns Kelly -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Bikes in Monuments Men
Tony, Now that should be interesting to see. Looking forward to reading your thoughts on one of the producers of quality Riv bicycles. ~Hugh On Monday, February 10, 2014 9:03:34 PM UTC-8, Tony DeFilippo wrote: Saw this movie tonight, not as good as I was hoping but still entertaining. The important thing for this forum though is that there are several prominent bicycle scenes in WWII occupied France... Stupid things I never would have taken much note if 2 years ago! The bikes always get rather roughly dismounted and tossed around... But it's cool that a hi profile movie like this portrays how important bikes were at that time in Europe. I'll tease one other tidbit... Guess who stopped in at Waterford Precision Cycles today for a quick tour and talk!?! I saw a dozen or more Riv's in all stages of construction, finishing and painting... Not to mention some Gunnar's, a limited edition Paramount and others. Pictures coming later this week or next! Tony -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Mixed terrain route, mostly dirt, in coastal Northern California?
Right. That was the route we were planning to take, and I had pored over that very website. But when we got there it turned out to be pouring down rain (the only rainstorm all year) and we didn't think our smooth touring tires were up to the job. That's still the route I want to take, down the Lost Coast. What I want to know is how to get back again without backtracking. Something to the east of Highway 1, perhaps? I'd like to avoid the section ON Highway 1-- there's quite a nasty narrow twisty section in the southerly part with lots of traffic. It's a country road, but with freeway traffic, so it's unpleasant and dangerous. On Mon, Feb 10, 2014 at 8:57 PM, Jim M. mather...@gmail.com wrote: On Monday, February 10, 2014 10:20:47 AM UTC-8, Anne Paulson wrote: I still want to ride the Lost Coast. But now, I'm looking for a mostly-dirt loop up there. My new Krampus will prefer dirt to pavement, unlike my beautiful Atlantis. Any suggestions? Here's the route I know of as an alternate to 101 through the Lost Coast: http://northcoastbikerides.blogspot.com/2011/08/lost-coast-tour.html It's partly paved and partly unpaved. There are good BLM maps of the area if you want to meander through the forest in a less direct route. There is also the Paradise Royale loop, which was built by mountain bikers and offers some great and challenging single track in the King Range. jim m wc 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- -- Anne Paulson It isn't a contest. Enjoy the 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] RBW 20th Anniversary Gathering and Entmoot -- SF Bay edition
Here's a work-in-progress itinerary for Rivfest: 2 nights China Camp/1 night on Mt Diablo -- I will reserve campgrounds and send a link for some non-camping lodging. China Camp should be pleasant. Diablo could be 90+ temperatures, so I'm thinking camp high on the mountain for the view and breeze. I'm thinking group dinners all 3 nights (I've got at least 2 volunteer cooks so far), but bring your own breakfast/beer/bourbon/Oban. Rides of varying gruel factor led by Manny and some other as-yet-to-be-identified volunteers (I'm hoping our listmaster can lead a ride; Marin's his turf.). I'll also point out that not only is this Riv's 20th, but it is also a decade-marking anniversary for Grant. Maybe one ride will go by Grant's house and we can serenade him. So how about some input, por favor. Volunteers welcome too. happy winter jim m -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] RBW 20th Anniversary Gathering and Entmoot -- SF Bay edition
Sounds really good Jim. I'll be there. I've already requested that time off so it's on the books now and for real! Manny! Here I come, invasion time. ~Hugh Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving. -- Albert Einstein http://velocipedemusings.blogspot.com/ On Mon, Feb 10, 2014 at 9:18 PM, Jim M. mather...@gmail.com wrote: Here's a work-in-progress itinerary for Rivfest: 2 nights China Camp/1 night on Mt Diablo -- I will reserve campgrounds and send a link for some non-camping lodging. China Camp should be pleasant. Diablo could be 90+ temperatures, so I'm thinking camp high on the mountain for the view and breeze. I'm thinking group dinners all 3 nights (I've got at least 2 volunteer cooks so far), but bring your own breakfast/beer/bourbon/Oban. Rides of varying gruel factor led by Manny and some other as-yet-to-be-identified volunteers (I'm hoping our listmaster can lead a ride; Marin's his turf.). I'll also point out that not only is this Riv's 20th, but it is also a decade-marking anniversary for Grant. Maybe one ride will go by Grant's house and we can serenade him. So how about some input, por favor. Volunteers welcome too. happy winter jim m -- You received this message because you are subscribed to a topic in the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this topic, visit https://groups.google.com/d/topic/rbw-owners-bunch/f2JuoFUSiP8/unsubscribe . To unsubscribe from this group and all its topics, 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. 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: SoCal February S240 poll.
Tony, All you need to do is shift that business stuff one week later or tag on some Winter mental health days and come along. ~Hugh Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving. -- Albert Einstein http://velocipedemusings.blogspot.com/ On Mon, Feb 10, 2014 at 9:06 PM, Tony DeFilippo vpi...@gmail.com wrote: I'm very jealous of this ride, the company, the bikes and the route! A trifecta of bike awesomeness!! Can't wait to see pictures. Tony -- You received this message because you are subscribed to a topic in the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this topic, visit https://groups.google.com/d/topic/rbw-owners-bunch/evaRk_JsHR4/unsubscribe . To unsubscribe from this group and all its topics, 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. 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] FS Quickbeam 68CM
Oh to be a foot taller... On Feb 11, 2014 12:10 AM, Kelly tkslee...@gmail.com wrote: http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/sets/72157640446277544/ Stock crank Shimano dyno hub and lights Sks fenders Jack browns Dirt drop and mustache bars Nitto seat post ... Front rack and Berthould bag Everything - pump water bottle saddle the works. You pay box and ship Last chance price - i will take photos of the steel being melted down before I sell it cheaper. :) 1200.00 - you pay fees on paypal and shipping - no returns Kelly -- 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. 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] FS Quickbeam 68CM
Kelly, You are killing me why am I considering a second Quickbeam. Can a 20 year old son appreciate this ride. Will it be safe at Graduate School in a year. Please tell me not to buy this from you. Have you collected and built up Amit's Atlantis yet? Ryan -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Mixed terrain route, mostly dirt, in coastal Northern California?
I've always wanted to do that route Anne, so I normally read relevant posts. I saw this one on the MTBR Bikepacking forum that sounds like what you are looking for. http://forums.mtbr.com/bikepacking-bike-expedition/trip-report-5-days-riding-lost-coast-norcal-884982.html ~mike Carlsbad Ca On Monday, February 10, 2014 10:20:47 AM UTC-8, Anne Paulson wrote: Last summer a buddy and I did a trip down the Northern California coast. We planned to include the Lost Coast, but unluckily, we managed to be riding during the only rainstorm of 2013, and our smooth tires wouldn't have been able to handle the muddy conditions. I still want to ride the Lost Coast. But now, I'm looking for a mostly-dirt loop up there. My new Krampus will prefer dirt to pavement, unlike my beautiful Atlantis. Any suggestions? As soon I get my Krampus, it's going to start burning a hole in my pocket. I'm thinking bikepacking in Henry Coe, bikepacking at the trail camps in Big Basin, and definitely a return to GGNRA, this time with the 3 Tires of Confidence to allow me to ride all those singletracks and the disk Brakes of Confidence so I don't have to keep replacing rims. -- -- Anne Paulson It isn't a contest. Enjoy the 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] FS Quickbeam 68CM
Ryan DO NOT BUY THIS BIKE! Bring a camera to the metal works plant and watch it get smeltered instead.. melted.. recycled? ... kewl photos? But don't buy.. :) As for Amits Atlantis, he didn't want to sell.. or he thought that since I was layed off I didn't want it .. so no.. but if he wants to get rid of it, I'll buy it. :) Kelly On Monday, February 10, 2014 11:47:39 PM UTC-6, Abcyclehank wrote: Kelly, You are killing me why am I considering a second Quickbeam. Can a 20 year old son appreciate this ride. Will it be safe at Graduate School in a year. Please tell me not to buy this from you. Have you collected and built up Amit's Atlantis yet? Ryan -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Shellacked Twine Removal
+1 on exacto knife On Saturday, February 8, 2014 3:02:18 PM UTC-6, BSWP wrote: Quick and careful work with a sharp razor blade will do the trick. Mind that you don't slice into the aluminium. On Friday, February 7, 2014 6:11:09 AM UTC-8, Conway Bennett wrote: This is a follow up to yesterday's albatross related post. Since I am taking my noodles off my CC to add the albas I'm gonna move the interrupters that are installed there over to my Samuel Hillborne where I also have noodles installed and mated to 10 cm dirt drops. Sooo I need to remove the Mark wrapped and shellacked twine. I'm sure I could figure it out but would rather not take any pokey things to my riv and just go off of collective wisdom. Also, if anyone has two arm lengths if hemp twine lying around please consider sending it to me in exchange for some interesting surprise trade. I'm trying to have less stuff and just getting your scrap twine would help. Thanks in advance! -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] RBW 20th Anniversary Gathering and Entmoot -- SF Bay edition
It sounds good to me. I live in San Rafael and am happy to help facilitate from the Marin side. Dan On Feb 10, 2014, at 9:18 PM, Jim M. mather...@gmail.com wrote: Here's a work-in-progress itinerary for Rivfest: 2 nights China Camp/1 night on Mt Diablo -- I will reserve campgrounds and send a link for some non-camping lodging. China Camp should be pleasant. Diablo could be 90+ temperatures, so I'm thinking camp high on the mountain for the view and breeze. I'm thinking group dinners all 3 nights (I've got at least 2 volunteer cooks so far), but bring your own breakfast/beer/bourbon/Oban. Rides of varying gruel factor led by Manny and some other as-yet-to-be-identified volunteers (I'm hoping our listmaster can lead a ride; Marin's his turf.). I'll also point out that not only is this Riv's 20th, but it is also a decade-marking anniversary for Grant. Maybe one ride will go by Grant's house and we can serenade him. So how about some input, por favor. Volunteers welcome too. happy winter jim m -- 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. 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: [RBW] Re: Mixed terrain route, mostly dirt, in coastal Northern California?
Thanks. That's perfect! On Mon, Feb 10, 2014 at 10:13 PM, Mike Schiller mikeybi...@rocketmail.com wrote: I've always wanted to do that route Anne, so I normally read relevant posts. I saw this one on the MTBR Bikepacking forum that sounds like what you are looking for. http://forums.mtbr.com/bikepacking-bike-expedition/trip-report-5-days-riding-lost-coast-norcal-884982.html ~mike Carlsbad Ca On Monday, February 10, 2014 10:20:47 AM UTC-8, Anne Paulson wrote: Last summer a buddy and I did a trip down the Northern California coast. We planned to include the Lost Coast, but unluckily, we managed to be riding during the only rainstorm of 2013, and our smooth tires wouldn't have been able to handle the muddy conditions. I still want to ride the Lost Coast. But now, I'm looking for a mostly-dirt loop up there. My new Krampus will prefer dirt to pavement, unlike my beautiful Atlantis. Any suggestions? As soon I get my Krampus, it's going to start burning a hole in my pocket. I'm thinking bikepacking in Henry Coe, bikepacking at the trail camps in Big Basin, and definitely a return to GGNRA, this time with the 3 Tires of Confidence to allow me to ride all those singletracks and the disk Brakes of Confidence so I don't have to keep replacing rims. -- -- Anne Paulson It isn't a contest. Enjoy the 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out. -- -- Anne Paulson It isn't a contest. Enjoy the 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] Re: Show me your albatrosses!
My wife's bike is so comfortable with the Albaclones (Soma Oxfords), I bought some for a recent build of mine: http://www.flickr.com/photos/zombdog/6059921234 http://www.flickr.com/photos/zombdog/9887545983 http://www.flickr.com/photos/zombdog/9887445984 -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
[RBW] WTB: Albatross like bars
To take barons and mt. bike brakes. Been a long time since I was here Hope someone has something. I also have some Nitto Drops, like new on a bike for years that was not ridden much and then, well the women I was seeing and I split so the bike has been hanging. best to all Joel -- 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. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
