[RBW] FS: Nobilette Legolas frameset - 59 cm - $1300
Oh oh oh If I didn't already have my canti-Rom I remember your blog, your daughter has a custom Elephant, right? Was drooling on her bike, wondering if my daughter would ride more if she had one, too... Nice bike. Really nice. Oooo nice. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: FS Two 1985 Bridgestone MB-3's
With its current tires the stand over is just a hair over 79cm or about 31 1/4 inches. Update: one of the bikes is sold. Looking for a box and trying to ship today or tomorrow. Thanks, Bruce On Saturday, February 14, 2015 at 8:10:41 PM UTC-8, Bruce Smitham wrote: I picked up both of these 1985 Bridgestone MB-3's from craigslist for $100 which were in a storage unit (sounds like one of those TV series). My thought was to fix one up for my niece visiting this summer from the Netherlands and sell the other to my brother. I have too much work and no time for such projects so I'm selling both. If there is no interest then I will post on Craigslist. Just wanted to give Riv and iBOB members first opportunity. The frames measure 54cm seat tube 55 1/2cm top tubes. Both frames are steel lugged and made in Japan with 4130 tubing and are in excellent condition- no rust but a few scratches here and there. All original paint and components. No high end components though- older Sugino double cranksets with bash guards, Suntour FR derailleurs, Suntour thumbies, Araya wheels. I didn't start to clean them so they are as they were from storage. Selling for what I paid $50 each plus shipping and any paypal fees. Local pick up preferred. Thanks, Bruce in San Diego 310-968-6910 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] FS: Nobilette Legolas frameset - 59 cm - $1300
Let me count the number of times a Legolas FS listing has come up... ;-) =- Joe Bunik Walnut Creek, CA On 2/16/15, Leslie leslie.bri...@gmail.com wrote: Oh oh oh If I didn't already have my canti-Rom I remember your blog, your daughter has a custom Elephant, right? Was drooling on her bike, wondering if my daughter would ride more if she had one, too... Nice bike. Really nice. Oooo nice. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout.
[RBW] FS: new Riv black cap and twofish pump holder
My new black hat fits fine. I definitely agree that it's the best looking hat that Riv has sold. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Need to test ride a 54cm vs 58cm Hunq.
Mike, Another point to consider is the tire you intend to use. I have 35 mm tires, smaller than Riv recommends, so that lowers the top tube. If you want to max out the tires, for aggressive off road, that would impact the standover. But the 54 still seems small for you. Jim D. Massachusetts On Friday, February 13, 2015 at 8:47:13 PM UTC-5, Mike K. wrote: I have been eyeing the Hunqapillar for a few years and have decided to I need to take a step closer to actually getting one: determining my size. I'm a hair under 6' tall, and not sure if I qualify as long-legged or not. PBH is 90. Pretty sure I'd be perfect for a 56 Hunq, but since that little dream boat doesn't exist and I can't spring for a custom, I need to figure out which one of the available models fits me best. That being said, is there anyone on the list in Austin, TX who would be able to let me test-ride your 54 or 58 Hunq? Thanks, all. - Mike in Austin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: Velo News on Bike Weight
Kyle: I read your blog regularly; please start publishing twice a day. Regarding bike weight: my own experience with a motley array of different bikes of different builds and qualities has been that weight is relatively unimportant when it comes to feeling (note that word) spritely or lively -- a notion that involves ease of pedaling and cadence in a given gear, so it's not purely mental smoke. I had an old Herse that was a tank as to weight (guesstimate 28 lb) but that from the first pedal stroke felt fast. My erstwhile Sam Hillborne, no heavier, felt much slower; and even the very light framed, *tout 531* '73 Motobecane didn't feel as spritely; very same tires, IRC Tandems, 30 mm. My current Ram, also not light at ~26 lb, feels fast, though this one has Parigi Roubaix tires on it. I wish I had an explanation for this phenomenon. I hesitantly guess that fit and geometry affect this perception. One exception to the weight no matter rule: my Riv fixie gofast, at 17 1/2 lb and with 370 gram rims and 200 gram tires seems easier (measured by gearing -- slightly higher than other cruising gears at 75 -- and cadence) to push up hills; in fact, every time I decide I don't need a gofast and what I'll do is convert it to rack, lighting, 35+ mm tires, I ride up some hills and decide, Damn! This is too good to relinquish! On Mon, Feb 16, 2015 at 7:33 AM, Kyle Brooks bicycle1...@gmail.com wrote: I read that article on VeloNews -- really just an excerpt from the book, Faster which is one I think I'd like to read. In any case, I wrote something about this idea on The Retrogrouch Blog last year. Not scientific, but just a comparison between two of my own bikes and my commute to work. The two bikes are pretty similar, but one is loaded up with bags, racks, fenders, lights, etc. all of which probably adds 15 lbs or so. I normally use the loaded one for my work commute, and it normally takes me about 50 minutes to ride the 13 miles to work. I achieved my best time, however, on the lighter bike -- 45 minutes for the same commute. However, that day, I had also managed to hit nothing but green lights the whole way to work. When I managed the same feat, all green lights, with the loaded bike, I came awfully close - 46 minutes. Again - it's more anecdotal than scientific, but in the end, I concluded that there are probably a lot of other things that make more difference than weight, and that being the case, it hardly makes sense to obsess about grams. If fenders, or racks/bags can improve our comfort and convenience, then they're worth whatever weight they add. It seems to me that a lighter bike feels faster, but the difference is more perception than reality. if interested, here's the link to the full article: http://bikeretrogrouch.blogspot.com/2014/05/a-tale-of-two-bikes.html Kyle Brooks Akron, OH On Sunday, February 15, 2015 at 8:41:33 AM UTC-5, Fullylugged wrote: GPP has said as much on the Blug before, but it's nice to see it in the Zeitgiest as well. If a 160 lb rider on a 22lb bike wants a 10% improvement is climbing speed, you need to drop 18 lbs! Going from a Bombadil to a Pinarello Dogma won't get you there. (I don't think. It might be close). Going on a diet and riding a lot of hills will though. http://velonews.competitor.com/2014/08/news/bike-weight- myth-fast-bikes_339880 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout. -- Resumes, LinkedIn profiles, bios, and letters that get interviews. By-the-hour resume and LinkedIn coaching. Other professional writing services. http://www.resumespecialties.com/ www.linkedin.com/in/patrickmooreresumespec/ Patrick Moore Alburquerque, Nouvelle Mexique, Vereinigte Staaten * *The point which is the pivot of the norm is the motionless center of a circumference on the rim of which all conditions, distinctions, and individualities revolve. *Chuang Tzu *Kinei hos eromenon. It moves as the being-loved. *Aristotle *The Love that moves the Sun and all the other stars. *Dante -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout.
[RBW] A President's Day Ride
The Atlantic has a great little article on bicycle history and the holiday. When I was posting a link I found a different photo of Jimmy Carter with his Rivendell than the one I've seen in the past. He's just standing astride the bike. A very handsome Allrounder. Thought I'd share: http://reno-rambler.blogspot.com/2015/02/presidents-day-is-bicycle-day.html Addison Wilhite, M.A. Academy of Arts, Careers and Technology http://www.washoeschools.net/aact *“Blazing the Trail to College and Career Success”* Educator: Professional Portfolio http://addisonwilhite.blogspot.com/ Blogger: Reno Rambler http://reno-rambler.blogspot.com/ Bicycle Advocate: Regional Transportation Commission, Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee http://www.rtcwashoe.com/public-transportation-22-124.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.com. To 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/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Riv handlebars and back pain-your experience?
I've heard this experience from others, and there is a reason why the standard drop bar position, with 45* back angle, has been so popular so long; and why saddle/bar equilibrium (relative to the individual rider of course) is the crucial part of bike fit. Me, at about 57 or 8, a couple of years ago, with my neck getting stiffer, I raised my (drop) bars about an inch to about 1 below saddle nose, and switched to longer-ramp models (Maes Parallels; 42 cm Noodle; 44 cm B 135; the Maes Parallels are the best of the bunch) from the agressively short ramped185. Much better! Though as a frisky 40-something a bar 3 below saddle was fine. Another instance: long ago I complained to Grant that I felt I was losing power TDC of the pedal stroke. I had my saddles way forward with long stems in a stupid pursuit of KOPS. Grant said, Get the saddle back and the bar up and back and I did both, moving the bar from a long extension and 6 below saddle to 8 cm and 3 below saddle. *Much* better for my back as well as my power and my arms/shoulders! Butt-back works for me. On Sun, Feb 15, 2015 at 12:56 PM, alan lavine cigar...@gmail.com wrote: Hello All...Thought I would share this, as I'm sure I'm not the only mature cyclist with intermittent low back pain. I have a small disc herniation at L4-L5 level that protrudes posteriorly and compresses the nerve root as it exits the vertebral column. My first response was, well Grant was right, now I have to be more upright on the bike. Not a problem for a chronic cockpit changer like me, anyway...is there a bar I haven't tried? Doubt it. So I put Albatross bars on the Ram, also tried porter bars on another bike, experimenting with various bar heights as well. THIS MADE THINGS WORSE! I went to moustache and albastache bars, with a shorter stem, bars level with the seat, and did much better. The neurologist explained it: with your back bent forward at a gentle angle, 45 degree angle of trunk to horizontal, the vertebral column is bent in a way that opens up the posterior (back) aspect of the column and helps to relieve the compression of the nerve root. An upright posture is more like a series of blocks one on top of another and all the force is directed straight down, compressing things further. I realize this scenario is specific to my particular anatomy but I'm curious to hear about others' experiences with this issue. How has your riding changed as Father Time marches on? Alan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout. -- Resumes, LinkedIn profiles, bios, and letters that get interviews. By-the-hour resume and LinkedIn coaching. Other professional writing services. http://www.resumespecialties.com/ www.linkedin.com/in/patrickmooreresumespec/ Patrick Moore Alburquerque, Nouvelle Mexique, Vereinigte Staaten * *The point which is the pivot of the norm is the motionless center of a circumference on the rim of which all conditions, distinctions, and individualities revolve. *Chuang Tzu *Kinei hos eromenon. It moves as the being-loved. *Aristotle *The Love that moves the Sun and all the other stars. *Dante -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: Velo News on Bike Weight
O! [image: Inline image 1] On Mon, Feb 16, 2015 at 7:44 AM, Garth garth...@gmail.com wrote: Enjoy the ride . . . . regardless ;-) The funny thing about weighting for Perfection - the perfect ride , the perfect moment , the perfect bike , the perfect body . . . . . .is that it never really comes . Oh yes . . . it seems to for a little while . . . . but it quickly fades and the weight continues . . . . lol . Heavvv-vy . . . . sigh . . . . . Fear not . . . . fear nothing ! Ever noticed . . . in Love . . . . time stands still and is ever wait-less ?Material-ity feels weight-less ? Yes . . . . to ride for the Love of BEing Life itself nothing matters but the Joy of it . -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout. -- Resumes, LinkedIn profiles, bios, and letters that get interviews. By-the-hour resume and LinkedIn coaching. Other professional writing services. http://www.resumespecialties.com/ www.linkedin.com/in/patrickmooreresumespec/ Patrick Moore Alburquerque, Nouvelle Mexique, Vereinigte Staaten * *The point which is the pivot of the norm is the motionless center of a circumference on the rim of which all conditions, distinctions, and individualities revolve. *Chuang Tzu *Kinei hos eromenon. It moves as the being-loved. *Aristotle *The Love that moves the Sun and all the other stars. *Dante -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] FS: new Riv black cap and twofish pump holder
If you look at pics from the Tour de France circa 70-80s and early 90s, the caps were very puffy on riders heads. More room for sponsor's name. Miguel Indurain usually provides a great example. On Mon, Feb 16, 2015 at 8:01 AM, 'Tim' via RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com wrote: My new black hat fits fine. I definitely agree that it's the best looking hat that Riv has sold. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: FS: Ibex XL stuff
Adding some MUSA splats, barely used. Size B C, $20 each. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout.
[RBW] FS: Nitto, King Cage, Schwalbe, etc.
King Cages and Jack Browns are sold. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: QB Co-Sponsors Wee bit of healing!
My wife recently made the switch from synthetic as well. We're still trying to get the dose right, it's good to hear we should just stick it out keep experimenting. 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: QB Co-Sponsors Wee bit of healing!
Brilliant! Persevere! With abandon, Patrick On Monday, February 16, 2015 at 1:38:00 PM UTC-7, EGNolan wrote: My wife recently made the switch from synthetic as well. We're still trying to get the dose right, it's good to hear we should just stick it out keep experimenting. 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/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] FS: Nobilette Legolas frameset - 59 cm - $1300
And, fortunately for me, a size too big (tt too long). Ain't the Legolas one of the Rivendell Holy Grail bikes? On Mon, Feb 16, 2015 at 1:19 PM, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: So trying to justify this. A size small, but I could make it work sort of a thing. Steerer unfortunately cut too low. But I'm mostly okay with big angle stems. Could sell the road that I don't ride so much, get this, have a flexy-tubed big tire bike... AH! On Mon, Feb 16, 2015 at 11:04 AM, Jim M. mather...@gmail.com wrote: Riv built only about 80 total Legolas'. The Flickr Legolas group needs more contributors: https://www.flickr.com/groups/legolas/ jim m wc ca On Monday, February 16, 2015 at 10:34:55 AM UTC-8, Minh wrote: and in my size? zero! until nowhmmmy bank account is asking for someone else to snap this up! On Monday, February 16, 2015 at 12:59:56 PM UTC-5, jbu...@gmail.com wrote: Let me count the number of times a Legolas FS listing has come up... ;-) =- Joe Bunik Walnut Creek, CA On 2/16/15, Leslie leslie...@gmail.com wrote: Oh oh oh If I didn't already have my canti-Rom I remember your blog, your daughter has a custom Elephant, right? Was drooling on her bike, wondering if my daughter would ride more if she had one, too... Nice bike. Really nice. Oooo nice. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to 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/d/optout. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout. -- Cheers, David Member, Supreme Council of Cyberspace it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. - Seth Vidal -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout. -- Resumes, LinkedIn profiles, bios, and letters that get interviews. By-the-hour resume and LinkedIn coaching. Other professional writing services. http://www.resumespecialties.com/ www.linkedin.com/in/patrickmooreresumespec/ Patrick Moore Alburquerque, Nouvelle Mexique, Vereinigte Staaten * *The point which is the pivot of the norm is the motionless center of a circumference on the rim of which all conditions, distinctions, and individualities revolve. *Chuang Tzu *Kinei hos eromenon. It moves as the being-loved. *Aristotle *The Love that moves the Sun and all the other stars. *Dante -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: FS: Nobilette Legolas frameset - 59 cm - $1300
Hey Leslie. That's my daughter. That was her bike http://cyclingspokane.blogspot.com/search/label/maddie%20xmass%20bike. Tarik Saleh's daughter is borrowing it now for a couple years. Figure out a way to justify how the Legolas is a perfect compliment to your canti-Rom. On Monday, February 16, 2015 at 9:57:23 AM UTC-8, Leslie wrote: Oh oh oh If I didn't already have my canti-Rom I remember your blog, your daughter has a custom Elephant, right? Was drooling on her bike, wondering if my daughter would ride more if she had one, too... Nice bike. Really nice. Oooo nice. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Wtt 56cm hillborne for 56cm quickbeam or simple one
Have a new double top tube 56cm hillborne in blue, no longer available, built up ridden 1 km and stripped down, been sitting in my basement for a year, its a bit too big and I need a quickbeam or simple one it has a small mark close to the bottom bracket. Will trade or sell for a reasonable amount.looking for $900 plus actual shipping costs. Pics sent upon request, email me at saxton...@gmail.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/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] FS: Nobilette Legolas frameset - 59 cm - $1300
and in my size? zero! until nowhmmmy bank account is asking for someone else to snap this up! On Monday, February 16, 2015 at 12:59:56 PM UTC-5, jbu...@gmail.com wrote: Let me count the number of times a Legolas FS listing has come up... ;-) =- Joe Bunik Walnut Creek, CA On 2/16/15, Leslie leslie...@gmail.com javascript: wrote: Oh oh oh If I didn't already have my canti-Rom I remember your blog, your daughter has a custom Elephant, right? Was drooling on her bike, wondering if my daughter would ride more if she had one, too... Nice bike. Really nice. Oooo nice. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to 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.com javascript:. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: Fork-mount cable stop on seatstay bridge?
Just a quick follow-up, I got one of Surly's long cable hangers http://surlybikes.com/parts/small_parts/cable_hanger and it doesn't interfere with the binder bolt / collar like the Nitto one did. So, no filing necessary. Thanks again for all the replies. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: FS Two 1985 Bridgestone MB-3's
Both bikes are sold On Saturday, February 14, 2015 at 8:10:41 PM UTC-8, Bruce Smitham wrote: I picked up both of these 1985 Bridgestone MB-3's from craigslist for $100 which were in a storage unit (sounds like one of those TV series). My thought was to fix one up for my niece visiting this summer from the Netherlands and sell the other to my brother. I have too much work and no time for such projects so I'm selling both. If there is no interest then I will post on Craigslist. Just wanted to give Riv and iBOB members first opportunity. The frames measure 54cm seat tube 55 1/2cm top tubes. Both frames are steel lugged and made in Japan with 4130 tubing and are in excellent condition- no rust but a few scratches here and there. All original paint and components. No high end components though- older Sugino double cranksets with bash guards, Suntour FR derailleurs, Suntour thumbies, Araya wheels. I didn't start to clean them so they are as they were from storage. Selling for what I paid $50 each plus shipping and any paypal fees. Local pick up preferred. Thanks, Bruce in San Diego 310-968-6910 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: Riv handlebars and back pain-your experience?
Note that (at least with my experience using the Flyer and a couple of wide sprung models) that spring performance depends in part on the rider's weight. I tried of Flyer off road after finding a suspension seatpost very comfortable on washboard (the post, a CODA, was cheap and squeaked and I returned it), but my 170 lb couldn't make the Flyer's springs flex enough for comfort. Now of course I ride with less weight on the saddle than some, so perhaps the Flyer works better with an upright position. Aside: a Softride stem and a susp seatpost -- both circa 1995 -- were wonderfully smooth on washboard. But I then discovered fat, soft, 700c off road tires. On Sun, Feb 15, 2015 at 10:06 PM, lungimsam john11.2...@gmail.com wrote: Back in 2012 I somehow started getting low back pain while riding. I felt as if lots of road shock was traveling through the bike and into my lower back and I would hurt during, but mostly after riding for the rest of the day. Thought it was me or a fit problem. I even posted on here about it somewhere on the forum. Finally, I started using Brooks* sprung saddles*. No more road shock! No more pain Working great so far!!! Give it a try. It's amazing how the road shock vanishes. The road shock doesn't go into my back anymore, because the seat bounces ever so gently because of the springs and the shock gets dissipated by the springs. All I feel is like I am riding along in a limousine with gentle, soft, rising and falling as the springs flex and dispel the road shock, instead of the bike transferring it to my low back. I use the Brooks Flyers. Might be worth a try for you. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout. -- Resumes, LinkedIn profiles, bios, and letters that get interviews. By-the-hour resume and LinkedIn coaching. Other professional writing services. http://www.resumespecialties.com/ www.linkedin.com/in/patrickmooreresumespec/ Patrick Moore Alburquerque, Nouvelle Mexique, Vereinigte Staaten * *The point which is the pivot of the norm is the motionless center of a circumference on the rim of which all conditions, distinctions, and individualities revolve. *Chuang Tzu *Kinei hos eromenon. It moves as the being-loved. *Aristotle *The Love that moves the Sun and all the other stars. *Dante -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: QB Co-Sponsors Wee bit of healing!
It's great to read that you're progressing that the bike is helping. Much of what you write here regarding health, both input (food) output (exercise) gets relayed to my wife as she is dealing w/ chronic issues as well. She had her thyroids removed and has been dealing with the same chronic problem/acute treatment for the last couple of years. We're just now getting back on track and feel like we're moving forward, but having an issue like this can be a blessing of its own in that it allows us to see past the everyday news and focus on our own healing, our own path in life. I'm grateful for a list that provides access to such a diverse group of humans. Best, Eric Indpls On Saturday, February 14, 2015 at 2:08:52 PM UTC-5, Deacon Patrick wrote: Thanks, Andy, Tim, and Michael! God gets all the credit, the rest of us beggars are just co-sponsors. Grin. With abandon, Patrick -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] FS: Nobilette Legolas frameset - 59 cm - $1300
Riv built only about 80 total Legolas'. The Flickr Legolas group needs more contributors: https://www.flickr.com/groups/legolas/ jim m wc ca On Monday, February 16, 2015 at 10:34:55 AM UTC-8, Minh wrote: and in my size? zero! until nowhmmmy bank account is asking for someone else to snap this up! On Monday, February 16, 2015 at 12:59:56 PM UTC-5, jbu...@gmail.com wrote: Let me count the number of times a Legolas FS listing has come up... ;-) =- Joe Bunik Walnut Creek, CA On 2/16/15, Leslie leslie...@gmail.com wrote: Oh oh oh If I didn't already have my canti-Rom I remember your blog, your daughter has a custom Elephant, right? Was drooling on her bike, wondering if my daughter would ride more if she had one, too... Nice bike. Really nice. Oooo nice. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to 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/d/optout. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: QB Co-Sponsors Wee bit of healing!
I am so glad some of these nutty (by current society standards) things are helpful, Eric (or at least worth trying out). My wife had her thyroid removed when she was nine (thyroid cancer), and she recently shifted from Synthroid to WP Thyroid. She could talk up all the benefits, but basically it provides real, whole thyroid and from organic animals and I'm not sure what all else is better about it. She raves about it being much better than the synthetic. The dosing schedule provided by the company (if you're on x amount of Synthroid, then take x amount of WP) was significantly off, way too low for my wife, but one she got the dose right, Hey presto! With abandon, Patrick (who ran without any biking today to avoid going splat on the ice formed under the 10 of snow so far today. What a blast out there!) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] FS: Nobilette Legolas frameset - 59 cm - $1300
So trying to justify this. A size small, but I could make it work sort of a thing. Steerer unfortunately cut too low. But I'm mostly okay with big angle stems. Could sell the road that I don't ride so much, get this, have a flexy-tubed big tire bike... AH! On Mon, Feb 16, 2015 at 11:04 AM, Jim M. mather...@gmail.com wrote: Riv built only about 80 total Legolas'. The Flickr Legolas group needs more contributors: https://www.flickr.com/groups/legolas/ jim m wc ca On Monday, February 16, 2015 at 10:34:55 AM UTC-8, Minh wrote: and in my size? zero! until nowhmmmy bank account is asking for someone else to snap this up! On Monday, February 16, 2015 at 12:59:56 PM UTC-5, jbu...@gmail.com wrote: Let me count the number of times a Legolas FS listing has come up... ;-) =- Joe Bunik Walnut Creek, CA On 2/16/15, Leslie leslie...@gmail.com wrote: Oh oh oh If I didn't already have my canti-Rom I remember your blog, your daughter has a custom Elephant, right? Was drooling on her bike, wondering if my daughter would ride more if she had one, too... Nice bike. Really nice. Oooo nice. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to 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/d/optout. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout. -- Cheers, David Member, Supreme Council of Cyberspace it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. - Seth Vidal -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: PSA: Are you a cheapskate that's into safety?
Hi, All, The relevant reflective/conspicuity vest standard for cycling is EN 1150, not EN 1173. I apparently have a random-number generator for a memory. Best, Will On Tuesday, February 10, 2015 at 10:59:14 AM UTC-7, William deRosset wrote: Dear Matthew, I have noticed joggers have taken up the neon vest in some numbers locally, and a few of the local commuters have as well. I look forward to the day when, in addition to s/he was/wasn't wearing a helmet, we'll get to read s/he was/wasn't wearing reflective anklebands and a safety vest conforming to ANSI standards in our local newspaper's online edition. The EU countries have road regulations requiring reflective gear be used by cyclists after dark outside of urban areas (conforming to EN1173 or higher), which have been in place since (around) 2010. The military requires motorcyclists (another group with serious SMIDSY problems on the road) to wear ANSI vests, and has for thirty years now. I've not seen any data indicating that these requirements have changed crash rates. Has anyone seen a study? We don't tend to wear safety gear for activities that we consider normal, ordinary and not dangerous, regardless of the actual risks involved. Danger (perceived risk of an event) doesn't necessarily map well to risk (probability of an event). Consequently, we get obese and tolerate distracted driving but we aren't embarrassed to hassle cyclists who aren't equipped with our personal standard for safety gear; this latter behavior extends well beyond the cycling community. Disclosure: I've been hit by a distracted teen driver in my non-chartreuse automobile while waiting at a stoplight. I was not wearing a reflective vest nor was I wearing a crash helmet at the time. Best Regards, Will William M. deRosset Fort Collins, CO On Tuesday, February 10, 2015 at 7:20:48 AM UTC-7, Matthew J wrote: I don't understand why more cyclists don't use safety vests - either cheap ones like the Ikea or more pricey purpose made Nathans and the like. My Nathan has a loud neon green base that stands out in the day time and reflective stripes that really catch the light in the evening. The material is light and packable enough there is no problem stuffing it into my bag or even a pocket when I reach my destination. Safety vests afford cyclists the luxury or wearing whatever color they prefer while still being conspicuous on the bike, -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Riv handlebars and back pain-your experience?
Sadly, I am entirely too familiar with the issue of back pain. In 2013, I ruptured my L5-S1 disc badly enough to require surgery to prevent permanent disability. The MRI I had prior to surgery identified non-trivial problems all along my spine; annular tears in two discs, bulged disks in two more. Good times. What this all means for riding is that, so far, I have been unable to ride pain free. I have 3 bikes now, a 54 Hunqapillar with Boscos, a 56 Atlantis with Noodles, and Brompton... an embarrassment of riches, as they say. I had a bike fit by my physical therapist with the Hunqapillar, and was surprised to learned that I had the fit pretty dialed. She recommended a little more back angle, since the Boscos have my spine almost vertical. My Atlantis with the drops puts me forward a lot more. As things are right now, I can ride the Hunqapillar for a long time (hours) before the ache sets in. On the Atlantis, I get about 90 minutes, tops. I really like having drops on the Atlantis, so, I'm going to experiment with moving the bars up, and maybe a shorter stem, to reduce my back angle. On the Hunqapillar, I'm going back to albatross bars because when I last had them on I was able to ride a 100+ mile day on a short tour just 3 months post-op. Sure, I hurt like hell, but I figured I was going to hurt like hell after a 100 miles regardless. It sucks to have a bad back, but with enough Vitamin I and some finesse dialing in the fit, I can still ride as much as I want to. I hope I can still say that when I take on the Northern Tier in 2016... On Sunday, February 15, 2015 at 8:12:05 PM UTC-8, K Griffin wrote: Your experience and the explanation sounds reasonable. In this case, the former is probably more important, as each of us is slightly different. Even if there were a strong anatomic reason why more vertical than 45 deg would be best your body may not have read the same textbook from which the experts have learned. I'm fortunate not to have the disc issue, but when I have lower back spasms (typically with my prior job), the two things that would really make it feel better would be riding my bike or swimming. My position would be with raised bars compared to most road bikes, but still over far enough to put a nice, natural lean without having to crank my neck to see past my wheel. Kurt Griffin Sioux Falls, SD alan lavine ciga...@gmail.com javascript:: Feb 15 11:56AM -0800 Hello All...Thought I would share this, as I'm sure I'm not the only mature cyclist with intermittent low back pain. I have a small disc herniation at L4-L5 level that protrudes posteriorly and compresses the nerve root as it exits the vertebral column. My first response was, well Grant was right, now I have to be more upright on the bike. Not a problem for a chronic cockpit changer like me, anyway...is there a bar I haven't tried? Doubt it. So I put Albatross bars on the Ram, also tried porter bars on another bike, experimenting with various bar heights as well. THIS MADE THINGS WORSE! I went to moustache and albastache bars, with a shorter stem, bars level with the seat, and did much better. The neurologist explained it: with your back bent forward at a gentle angle, 45 degree angle of trunk to horizontal, the vertebral column is bent in a way that opens up the posterior (back) aspect of the column and helps to relieve the compression of the nerve root. An upright posture is more like a series of blocks one on top of another and all the force is directed straight down, compressing things further. I realize this scenario is specific to my particular anatomy but I'm curious to hear about others' experiences with this issue. How has your riding changed as Father Time marches on? Alan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] (f)Atlantis gets a new look
Nice nice set up man!! Sent from my iPhone On Feb 17, 2015, at 2:36 PM, Mark Reimer marknrei...@gmail.com wrote: I got a deal on a pair of Albatross bars from my LBS so I had to give it a try. I had Noodles on before, which I found to be one of the most comfortable bars I've tried yet. After two rides, I've gotta say. This is a new level of luxury. I feel like I'm riding a couch on two wheels. It's not so easy to keep a higher pace when being so upright, but that's ok. Here's a few photos from a surprisingly warm-ish February ride on the river and through the forest. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Micro Winter Project: Plasti-Dipped shifters
I'd love to see you gob that stuff on the brake levers, then do a custom mold (of your fingers grabbin the levers)... I gotta find me some funky Plasti-Dip colors to do a retro paintjob on my chrome Mongo ATB... Uh huh, gonna GIT my Plasti-Dip on!! On Monday, February 16, 2015 at 10:57:07 PM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote: I've got a more substantial project on the horizon to make home-made shifter booties. I don't have a whole lot to share about that, but I went ahead and did a little proof of concept mini-project and dipped my Suntour Sprint retrofriction shifters in two coats of Plasti-Dip. This is a rubber product you buy at the hardware store to make handles for your tools. Anyway: Before https://www.flickr.com/photos/45758191@N04/15859930641 And, of course: AFTER https://www.flickr.com/photos/45758191@N04/15935987643 Clearly this will make me ride much faster -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] FS? Riv Road, frame/fork, 52cm, Joe/Joe
That way everyone is happy!!! :-) On Mon, Feb 16, 2015 at 10:09 PM, Mark R. markrosenber...@gmail.com wrote: Yes, double top tube. It's removable, too Mark Www.youtube.com/howtostretch SDCA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout. -- Cheers, David Member, Supreme Council of Cyberspace it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. - Seth Vidal -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Micro Winter Project: Plasti-Dipped shifters
Looks very nice. Nice stem too! Plastic dipping brake levers might enable any type of glove use. Not just gloves with grip strips on the fingers. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout.
[RBW] FS? Riv Road, frame/fork, 52cm, Joe/Joe
https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-1O-36lXzlxg/VOKCW28bVjI/Ajs/shjyetMUPbw/s1600/cc156r2-1blueriv.jpg Putting out feelers, maybe someone is looking for a Riv like this and maybe I just am ready to let her go! 2001, Joe Starck built, Joe Bell painted, all Reynolds (mostly 753, but some 725 and 531 for good measure). Framesavered when new, and a few other times too, I am fastidious about my bikes. Always stored indoors, and even though it was the cream of the crop of my bikes, it always shared my butt with several other bikes (that does not sound right LOL) It sat in a room from 2005 to 2010, I had another Riv for that time. 52 c to top, 54 c to c top tube, Sovereign blue, short reach brakes, single eyelets, vertical dropouts, Chris King headset, matching Silca pump. No dents, dings, never ridden in rain, no rust, never wore fenders. One small chip on build up that I covered immediately, and two rub marks from cables on headtube before I discovered rubber covers for bar con cables. Duh. Takes a 32 c tire if you want, I ride it mostly with 28s. I am the original owner and have full build sheet. 72.5 parallel angles, chainstay 43. My PBH is 77, saddle height 67.8. Frame/fork/headset/pump $1500, full Dura Ace mix bike $3000, we can talk about shipping or intermediate builds between bare frame and full bike. (that is not the current build) ping me off list Mark www.youtube.com/howtostretch SDCA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout.
[RBW] (f)Atlantis gets a new look
I got a deal on a pair of Albatross bars from my LBS so I had to give it a try. I had Noodles on before, which I found to be one of the most comfortable bars I've tried yet. After two rides, I've gotta say. This is a new level of luxury. I feel like I'm riding a couch on two wheels. It's not so easy to keep a higher pace when being so upright, but that's ok. Here's a few photos from a surprisingly warm-ish February ride on the river and through the forest. https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-hE9dN6M7AxQ/VOKZXfnCsYI/JyM/34UbSidg3Lk/s1600/Atlantis_Albatross_Winter-4.jpg https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-kJN7UKAlRFs/VOKZpqPCJfI/JyU/NqWtNbBJBd8/s1600/Atlantis_Albatross_Winter-9.jpg https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-pqKpkfkbdbc/VOKaPaQZqOI/Jyc/DzY5Grm2U7Q/s1600/Atlantis_Albatross_Winter-15.jpg https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-t9zTYZOg1M0/VOKbGpSRObI/Jyo/3ts7xGzNs0c/s1600/Atlantis_Albatross_Winter-18.jpg -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: (f)Atlantis gets a new look
Beautiful photo's, an Atlantis with an Albatross just looks right. I'd ride it. On Monday, February 16, 2015 at 8:36:58 PM UTC-5, Mark Reimer wrote: I got a deal on a pair of Albatross bars from my LBS so I had to give it a try. I had Noodles on before, which I found to be one of the most comfortable bars I've tried yet. After two rides, I've gotta say. This is a new level of luxury. I feel like I'm riding a couch on two wheels. It's not so easy to keep a higher pace when being so upright, but that's ok. Here's a few photos from a surprisingly warm-ish February ride on the river and through the forest. https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-hE9dN6M7AxQ/VOKZXfnCsYI/JyM/34UbSidg3Lk/s1600/Atlantis_Albatross_Winter-4.jpg https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-kJN7UKAlRFs/VOKZpqPCJfI/JyU/NqWtNbBJBd8/s1600/Atlantis_Albatross_Winter-9.jpg https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-pqKpkfkbdbc/VOKaPaQZqOI/Jyc/DzY5Grm2U7Q/s1600/Atlantis_Albatross_Winter-15.jpg https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-t9zTYZOg1M0/VOKbGpSRObI/Jyo/3ts7xGzNs0c/s1600/Atlantis_Albatross_Winter-18.jpg -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Need to test ride a 54cm vs 58cm Hunq.
Mike, I am 5'10 with a pbh of 87 and I went with the 58. For me, either size would work. I too bought mine without a test ride, though I had a 56 Sam Hillborne. I would make the choice based on the handlebar you intend to use. Drop bars - go with the 54 for the shorter top tube. MTB or swept back bars - go with the 58. Jon On Friday, February 13, 2015 at 8:47:13 PM UTC-5, Mike K. wrote: I have been eyeing the Hunqapillar for a few years and have decided to I need to take a step closer to actually getting one: determining my size. I'm a hair under 6' tall, and not sure if I qualify as long-legged or not. PBH is 90. Pretty sure I'd be perfect for a 56 Hunq, but since that little dream boat doesn't exist and I can't spring for a custom, I need to figure out which one of the available models fits me best. That being said, is there anyone on the list in Austin, TX who would be able to let me test-ride your 54 or 58 Hunq? Thanks, all. - Mike in Austin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Need to test ride a 54cm vs 58cm Hunq.
My PBH is 87.5 and my primary bike is a 54 Hunq. It sounds to me like you should go for the 58. The Hunqapillar's geometry means a long top tube so your stem/bar combination could also affect your decision. On Friday, February 13, 2015 at 5:47:13 PM UTC-8, Mike K. wrote: I have been eyeing the Hunqapillar for a few years and have decided to I need to take a step closer to actually getting one: determining my size. I'm a hair under 6' tall, and not sure if I qualify as long-legged or not. PBH is 90. Pretty sure I'd be perfect for a 56 Hunq, but since that little dream boat doesn't exist and I can't spring for a custom, I need to figure out which one of the available models fits me best. That being said, is there anyone on the list in Austin, TX who would be able to let me test-ride your 54 or 58 Hunq? Thanks, all. - Mike in Austin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: WTB Jitensha Bar
Like! Or maybe it's because I have the same set up and love it! :-) On Mon, Feb 16, 2015 at 7:31 PM, Amit Singh asd...@gmail.com wrote: Before: https://www.flickr.com/photos/amisingh/16345788129/ After: https://www.flickr.com/photos/amisingh/16553860631/ Still need to add a rack, basket and a shopville bag. Oh, and that fenderline ... On Friday, 13 February 2015 10:00:08 UTC-8, Amit Singh wrote: Aw snap. Now you tell me! :) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout. -- Cheers, David Member, Supreme Council of Cyberspace it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. - Seth Vidal -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] FS? Riv Road, frame/fork, 52cm, Joe/Joe
It has a double top tube!!! :-) On Mon, Feb 16, 2015 at 3:53 PM, Mark R. markrosenber...@gmail.com wrote: https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-1O-36lXzlxg/VOKCW28bVjI/Ajs/shjyetMUPbw/s1600/cc156r2-1blueriv.jpg Putting out feelers, maybe someone is looking for a Riv like this and maybe I just am ready to let her go! 2001, Joe Starck built, Joe Bell painted, all Reynolds (mostly 753, but some 725 and 531 for good measure). Framesavered when new, and a few other times too, I am fastidious about my bikes. Always stored indoors, and even though it was the cream of the crop of my bikes, it always shared my butt with several other bikes (that does not sound right LOL) It sat in a room from 2005 to 2010, I had another Riv for that time. 52 c to top, 54 c to c top tube, Sovereign blue, short reach brakes, single eyelets, vertical dropouts, Chris King headset, matching Silca pump. No dents, dings, never ridden in rain, no rust, never wore fenders. One small chip on build up that I covered immediately, and two rub marks from cables on headtube before I discovered rubber covers for bar con cables. Duh. Takes a 32 c tire if you want, I ride it mostly with 28s. I am the original owner and have full build sheet. 72.5 parallel angles, chainstay 43. My PBH is 77, saddle height 67.8. Frame/fork/headset/pump $1500, full Dura Ace mix bike $3000, we can talk about shipping or intermediate builds between bare frame and full bike. (that is not the current build) ping me off list Mark www.youtube.com/howtostretch SDCA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout. -- Cheers, David Member, Supreme Council of Cyberspace it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. - Seth Vidal -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Micro Winter Project: Plasti-Dipped shifters
It could cause you to ride more. Nice! On Feb 16, 2015, at 7:57 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote: Clearly this will make me ride much faster -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: (f)Atlantis gets a new look
Great photos, man that bike looks great. Looks like you had a nice 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/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: WTB Jitensha Bar
Interesting. It doesn't sweep back nearly as much as the albas or Albastache. On Feb 16, 2015 9:31 PM, Amit Singh asd...@gmail.com wrote: Before: https://www.flickr.com/photos/amisingh/16345788129/ After: https://www.flickr.com/photos/amisingh/16553860631/ Still need to add a rack, basket and a shopville bag. Oh, and that fenderline ... On Friday, 13 February 2015 10:00:08 UTC-8, Amit Singh wrote: Aw snap. Now you tell me! :) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: (f)Atlantis gets a new look
Your Harlequin-Grips are superb! APPROVE! On Monday, February 16, 2015 at 5:36:58 PM UTC-8, Mark Reimer wrote: I got a deal on a pair of Albatross bars from my LBS so I had to give it a try. I had Noodles on before, which I found to be one of the most comfortable bars I've tried yet. After two rides, I've gotta say. This is a new level of luxury. I feel like I'm riding a couch on two wheels. It's not so easy to keep a higher pace when being so upright, but that's ok. Here's a few photos from a surprisingly warm-ish February ride on the river and through the forest. https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-hE9dN6M7AxQ/VOKZXfnCsYI/JyM/34UbSidg3Lk/s1600/Atlantis_Albatross_Winter-4.jpg https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-kJN7UKAlRFs/VOKZpqPCJfI/JyU/NqWtNbBJBd8/s1600/Atlantis_Albatross_Winter-9.jpg https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-pqKpkfkbdbc/VOKaPaQZqOI/Jyc/DzY5Grm2U7Q/s1600/Atlantis_Albatross_Winter-15.jpg https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-t9zTYZOg1M0/VOKbGpSRObI/Jyo/3ts7xGzNs0c/s1600/Atlantis_Albatross_Winter-18.jpg -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout.
[RBW] WTB: Edelux
Anybody have an extra silver Edelux (standard mounting) that you don't need? Eric N www.CampyOnly.com CampyOnlyGuy.blogspot.com Twitter: @CampyOnlyGuy -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: (f)Atlantis gets a new look
Fabulous photos. Glad the Albatross bars are working. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout.
[RBW] (f)Atlantis gets a new look
Celebrate the albatrossed Atlantis brotherhood! Gosh, they're comfy! Chris Johnson Sanger, Texas -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: (f)Atlantis gets a new look
Hey Mark, The Atlantis looks exactly right. I can't imagine my Atlantis ever going back to drops. I like my Albastache on the Hilsen but you nailed it! The Albatross are luxurious. As Chris said welcome to the Albatrossed brotherhood. ~Hugh -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: WTB Jitensha Bar
Before: https://www.flickr.com/photos/amisingh/16345788129/ After: https://www.flickr.com/photos/amisingh/16553860631/ Still need to add a rack, basket and a shopville bag. Oh, and that fenderline ... On Friday, 13 February 2015 10:00:08 UTC-8, Amit Singh wrote: Aw snap. Now you tell me! :) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: WTB Jitensha Bar
Amit, What length stem is that with the new bar? Seriously cold here in Michigan the last few days, even kept me off the Moonlander the last 3 days. Suppose to get up to the teens tomorrow; so I should be comfortable enough to get out for a ride to the beach. Ryan Spring Lake, MI -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Micro Winter Project: Plasti-Dipped shifters
I've got a more substantial project on the horizon to make home-made shifter booties. I don't have a whole lot to share about that, but I went ahead and did a little proof of concept mini-project and dipped my Suntour Sprint retrofriction shifters in two coats of Plasti-Dip. This is a rubber product you buy at the hardware store to make handles for your tools. Anyway: Before https://www.flickr.com/photos/45758191@N04/15859930641 And, of course: AFTER https://www.flickr.com/photos/45758191@N04/15935987643 Clearly this will make me ride much faster -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] (f)Atlantis gets a new look
Exactly what has been said, but again for emphasis!!! On Mon, Feb 16, 2015 at 9:13 PM, Mike Williams mkernanwilli...@gmail.com wrote: Nice nice set up man!! Sent from my iPhone On Feb 17, 2015, at 2:36 PM, Mark Reimer marknrei...@gmail.com wrote: I got a deal on a pair of Albatross bars from my LBS so I had to give it a try. I had Noodles on before, which I found to be one of the most comfortable bars I've tried yet. After two rides, I've gotta say. This is a new level of luxury. I feel like I'm riding a couch on two wheels. It's not so easy to keep a higher pace when being so upright, but that's ok. Here's a few photos from a surprisingly warm-ish February ride on the river and through the forest. https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-hE9dN6M7AxQ/VOKZXfnCsYI/JyM/34UbSidg3Lk/s1600/Atlantis_Albatross_Winter-4.jpg https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-kJN7UKAlRFs/VOKZpqPCJfI/JyU/NqWtNbBJBd8/s1600/Atlantis_Albatross_Winter-9.jpg https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-pqKpkfkbdbc/VOKaPaQZqOI/Jyc/DzY5Grm2U7Q/s1600/Atlantis_Albatross_Winter-15.jpg https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-t9zTYZOg1M0/VOKbGpSRObI/Jyo/3ts7xGzNs0c/s1600/Atlantis_Albatross_Winter-18.jpg -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout. -- Cheers, David Member, Supreme Council of Cyberspace it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. - Seth Vidal -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] FS? Riv Road, frame/fork, 52cm, Joe/Joe
Yes, double top tube. It's removable, too Mark Www.youtube.com/howtostretch SDCA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Velo News on Bike Weight
I read that article on VeloNews -- really just an excerpt from the book, Faster which is one I think I'd like to read. In any case, I wrote something about this idea on The Retrogrouch Blog last year. Not scientific, but just a comparison between two of my own bikes and my commute to work. The two bikes are pretty similar, but one is loaded up with bags, racks, fenders, lights, etc. all of which probably adds 15 lbs or so. I normally use the loaded one for my work commute, and it normally takes me about 50 minutes to ride the 13 miles to work. I achieved my best time, however, on the lighter bike -- 45 minutes for the same commute. However, that day, I had also managed to hit nothing but green lights the whole way to work. When I managed the same feat, all green lights, with the loaded bike, I came awfully close - 46 minutes. Again - it's more anecdotal than scientific, but in the end, I concluded that there are probably a lot of other things that make more difference than weight, and that being the case, it hardly makes sense to obsess about grams. If fenders, or racks/bags can improve our comfort and convenience, then they're worth whatever weight they add. It seems to me that a lighter bike feels faster, but the difference is more perception than reality. if interested, here's the link to the full article: http://bikeretrogrouch.blogspot.com/2014/05/a-tale-of-two-bikes.html Kyle Brooks Akron, OH On Sunday, February 15, 2015 at 8:41:33 AM UTC-5, Fullylugged wrote: GPP has said as much on the Blug before, but it's nice to see it in the Zeitgiest as well. If a 160 lb rider on a 22lb bike wants a 10% improvement is climbing speed, you need to drop 18 lbs! Going from a Bombadil to a Pinarello Dogma won't get you there. (I don't think. It might be close). Going on a diet and riding a lot of hills will though. http://velonews.competitor.com/2014/08/news/bike-weight-myth-fast-bikes_339880 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Velo News on Bike Weight
Enjoy the ride . . . . regardless ;-) The funny thing about weighting for Perfection - the perfect ride , the perfect moment , the perfect bike , the perfect body . . . . . .is that it never really comes . Oh yes . . . it seems to for a little while . . . . but it quickly fades and the weight continues . . . . lol . Heavvv-vy . . . . sigh . . . . . Fear not . . . . fear nothing ! Ever noticed . . . in Love . . . . time stands still and is ever wait-less ?Material-ity feels weight-less ? Yes . . . . to ride for the Love of BEing Life itself nothing matters but the Joy of it . -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout.
[RBW] FS: new Riv black cap and twofish pump holder
I just received a black Riv cap too, and like you it fit odd on my narrow melon. Confused since it's the same Pace cap as all my others. I took a gamble and threw it in the wash on a hot setting and dried itnow it fits great. YMMV but for me it shrunk out the excessive depth of the thing. I could pull it down over my ears prior. I think it's the best looking hat the e ever done so if the wash didn't work, I was going to tailor it on the sewing machine! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Grant Petersen's views on mountain bike development?
Wow, thanks for that link! I see the Man, Ned Overend in that issue, riding a Paramountain. And there's a Paramountain review in the May/June issue http://cbklunkers.com/pdf/mayjune_1987.pdf (as well as a 3-page ad on the '87 MB-1). I have a Schwinn KOM-10, which is what they branded the Paramountain for '88 after Ned left for Specialized. A fantastic post-klunker MTB, like Grant's MB series. In fact, I have drops on mine like the '87 MB-1. On Sunday, February 15, 2015 at 8:31:44 PM UTC-6, Wildcat96 wrote: http://cbklunkers.com/pdf/julyaug_1986.pdf Check out the ad and review for the 86 MB-1 on pages 27 and 35. The ad reads like something Grant could write and I believe this was the first bike Grant had some influence on. I have a 87 MB-2 and love the way it rides. I caught Grant on the phone one day and mentioned that I had an 87 MB-2. IIRC, he did say that the 86 MB-1 and 87 MB-1 (DirtDrops) and 87 MB-2 were the first bikes he had a hand in after arriving at Bridgestone. Maybe he'll chime in on this thread. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Riv handlebars and back pain-your experience?
I had lower back pain from having my saddle too far back. Moving closer to KOPS helped--it may not work for everyone but it seems to work for me... Steve On Sunday, February 15, 2015 at 2:56:57 PM UTC-5, alan lavine wrote: Hello All...Thought I would share this, as I'm sure I'm not the only mature cyclist with intermittent low back pain. I have a small disc herniation at L4-L5 level that protrudes posteriorly and compresses the nerve root as it exits the vertebral column. My first response was, well Grant was right, now I have to be more upright on the bike. Not a problem for a chronic cockpit changer like me, anyway...is there a bar I haven't tried? Doubt it. So I put Albatross bars on the Ram, also tried porter bars on another bike, experimenting with various bar heights as well. THIS MADE THINGS WORSE! I went to moustache and albastache bars, with a shorter stem, bars level with the seat, and did much better. The neurologist explained it: with your back bent forward at a gentle angle, 45 degree angle of trunk to horizontal, the vertebral column is bent in a way that opens up the posterior (back) aspect of the column and helps to relieve the compression of the nerve root. An upright posture is more like a series of blocks one on top of another and all the force is directed straight down, compressing things further. I realize this scenario is specific to my particular anatomy but I'm curious to hear about others' experiences with this issue. How has your riding changed as Father Time marches on? Alan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Velo News on Bike Weight
If that 160 lb rider is much over 5'6, dropping to 142 lb will not improve his climbing speed. It may, however, prevent him from being able to get out of bed. Peter Adler who at the age of 18 went from 155 lb to 119 lb with undiagnosed Type 1 diabetes, and was most definitely *not* stronger when he finally crawled into an ER in Berkeley, CA/USA On Sunday, February 15, 2015 at 5:41:33 AM UTC-8, Fullylugged wrote: GPP has said as much on the Blug before, but it's nice to see it in the Zeitgiest as well. If a 160 lb rider on a 22lb bike wants a 10% improvement is climbing speed, you need to drop 18 lbs! Going from a Bombadil to a Pinarello Dogma won't get you there. (I don't think. It might be close). Going on a diet and riding a lot of hills will though. http://velonews.competitor.com/2014/08/news/bike-weight-myth-fast-bikes_339880 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/d/optout.
