[RBW] Re: 160 pound bike lock for A. Homer Hilsen
That's interesting. My wife is from China, and I see a lot of people there pedal with the saddles too low compared to our western ideas. She has several relatives who have ridden for years that way and their knees are fine, she says, so maybe we westerners are doing something wrong. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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: Romulus
The San Marcos would compare in temperament, but at that size it's 650b. Which can be a good thing, but may not be what you want. I bought a 51 cm San Marcos for my girlfriend, and she loves it. It's a lighter steel bike, but still totally capable of touring (for a light rider). The Homer is probably a little bit stouter than the Romulus, and is 650b in your frame size range. The Roadeo is closest current Riv to your Rom (700c, lighter tubing). The Soma Stanyan may be an option? 700c, lugs, roughly the same tubeset as the San Marcos. On Fri, May 22, 2015 at 2:53 PM, DMG dmg...@gmail.com wrote: Based on my experience and not knowing why the Romulus would be replaced, I will say the Rodeo is the currently-made Riv that most matched the experience of my Romulus based on a short test drive ... not overly stiff for road use, sporty angles, horizontal (and only one) top tube. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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: Saluki on it's way back
Congrats on getting the frame back, Tony! Wow! Are those dyno light wire braze-ons from RBW, or did you get them brazed on while they were repairing the fork? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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: Saluki on it's way back
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-J1I1pIHK7w4/VV-llrMbkxI/HmQ/v-lN75qhtkg/s1600/RAD_7066.jpg Back on the road! More to do, especially the fenders, racks and dyno lighting but I'm going for a quick ride and doing some Happy Hour to ring in the Memorial Day weekend. Enjoy everyone, happy riding this weekend! http://dr2dc.blogspot.com/2015/05/rolling-again.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] Re: Saluki on it's way back
On 05/22/2015 05:55 PM, Tony DeFilippo wrote: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-J1I1pIHK7w4/VV-llrMbkxI/HmQ/v-lN75qhtkg/s1600/RAD_7066.jpg Back on the road! More to do, especially the fenders, racks and dyno lighting but I'm going for a quick ride and doing some Happy Hour to ring in the Memorial Day weekend. Enjoy everyone, happy riding this weekend! http://dr2dc.blogspot.com/2015/05/rolling-again.html Good job, 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: 160 pound bike lock for A. Homer Hilsen
Here is a funny video of a dog guarding the owner's bike, and then climbing up onto the rack to ride off with the owner. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6HB-DKO1Xmk -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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: 160 pound bike lock for A. Homer Hilsen
Yeah, but it's a golden retriever - it wouldn't rough up a thief, it'd just lick the thief's face. And that guy really needs to raise his saddle+bars before he wrecks his knees. Peter 'the voice of sarcastic cynicism Adler Berkeley, CA/USA On Friday, May 22, 2015 at 1:38:35 PM UTC-7, Lungimsam wrote: Here is a funny video of a dog guarding the owner's bike, and then climbing up onto the rack to ride off with the owner. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6HB-DKO1Xmk -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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: 160 pound bike lock for A. Homer Hilsen
I love your dog! My dog is a super sweetie... once she sees the family welcome you. Otherwise... *None. Shall. Pass. * Philip www.biketinker.com On Thursday, May 21, 2015 at 6:05:31 PM UTC-7, Doug Williams wrote: If you met him on the street, sure. But at his door...forget it. Again, that instinct thing. Tibetan Mastiffs were breed to be threshold guardians. On Thursday, May 21, 2015 at 5:46:47 PM UTC-7, Bill Lindsay wrote: That sweetheart would just lick my face. Who are you trying to kid? On Thursday, May 21, 2015 at 5:04:26 PM UTC-7, Doug Williams wrote: All new Rivendell owners worry about bike theft. Here is my solution: the 160 pound bike lock. A biological lock, the would be thief must pass simultaneous visual, auditory, and olfactory tests in order to gain access to my new A. Homer Hilsen. Failure to pass a test would result in...well, it won't be pretty. Doug -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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: Thunder Burt Wisdom...
I couldn't resist sharing this photo from today's wee ride, but didn't think it deserved its own thread. So here are the Thunder Burts climbing a third of a mile of trail-become-creek with all our rain. Climbing the smooth Pikes Peak Highway to get to the trail head, the tires were very smooth. Descending at over 40 mph, I heard the tires, but they are still smooth and buttery. They lean into curves beautifully. https://flic.kr/p/srtekj 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.
[RBW] My ACW cup goes to the DWG
Some shots of my new Association of Caffeinated Wheelmen (ACW) cup on a 4-day trip to the Delaware Water Gap (DWG): https://www.flickr.com/photos/bikecrazy-paul/sets/72157653290251475 (Please forgive the cross-post to the I-BOB list.) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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: sf-la coast tour thoughts and preparation
I disagree with leave the down at home. In all the coast hiker-biker campgrounds every night, you will see people wearing those down puffies. It gets cold at night. The last time I stayed at one of the coast hiker-bikers, the one at Half Moon Bay, I brought my down puffy jacket and was glad to have it. On Fri, May 22, 2015 at 10:33 AM, dougP dougpn...@cox.net wrote: Drew: I agree with the comments that you are taking too many clothes. 2 t-shirts made of a quick dry material are adequate. One wool LS jersey one SS plus the Ts give you plenty of layering options. Rain jacket yes but leave the down at home. One pair of pants. I use a cargo net like Rivendell sells to hold my stuff on the rear rack, and it is a convenient place to put damp laundry that hasn't dried out overnight. 10' of clothesline plus a few clothes pins are handy for drying in camp and don't take much space. Personally I've found multi-tools to be highly over-rated. Sure, they have everything in the world BUT they are inconvenient to use (every tried to use the chain breaker on one?). Go over your own bike see what it needs. On my Atlantis (a pretty standard Riv build), 3-4 allen keys, a small screwdriver, 8 10 mm wrenches (Park makes a very thin one) take care of most common adjustments. Trade the crescent wrench for a real chain breaker. I've lugged around a cassette cracker one each replacement spokes and have never used them, but I think that wards off broken spokes. Where in LA are you ending? And how are you getting home? Those points could effect your routing at the end. BPC is based on continuing beyond LA, and there are various options if this is your end point. At the end of your trip you'll be tired and interested in making it simple. dougP On Thursday, May 21, 2015 at 11:55:19 AM UTC-7, drew wrote: so ill be riding from SF-LA in a couple of weeks. this will be my first tour lasting more than a few days, so i wanted to put my plans out there and see if there is anything i should reconsider or any glaring holes im missing, or anything i still need to buy, while there is time. i've blocked out 8 days. gonna try to camp only. im mostly following bicycling the pacific coast, but if there are preferable route options, i'd be interested in those too. i know people do this without any preparation, but i have some time, and i like thinking about it. taking my hunqapillar with a carradice camper, acorn tool roll, jandd mini mountain panniers on the front, and a basket that i'm trying to leave open for food and incedentals along the way, maybe with a soft sided cooler. rear rack/camper bag tent sleeping bag/pad alcohol stove (considering bringing my biolite stove for the charging capability, but it's pretty heavy) bowl/utensils/matches/cooking stuff lock towel camera tools/maintenance 2 tubes, levers and patch kit multi tool crescent wrench pump front panniers 5 t-shirts overshirt 2 musa or musa-like pants 2 shorts underwear/socks rain jacket packable down jacket sandals toiletries chargers/ipod nano i put this list together, and it is basically the same as my s24o list, but with more clothes. im especially interested in what things beside clothes, i should be adding for a longer trip. also interested in what people do for security while going through cities with a lot of stuff strapped to their bikes. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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. -- -- 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Romulus
Based on my experience and not knowing why the Romulus would be replaced, I will say the Rodeo is the currently-made Riv that most matched the experience of my Romulus based on a short test drive ... not overly stiff for road use, sporty angles, horizontal (and only one) top tube. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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: 160 pound bike lock for A. Homer Hilsen
For lighter weight security, Pomeranians are great. They are lighter, in case you have a hilly ride, and easier to take off/on the bike during pit stops. You don't have to share whatever you buy from the convenience store, either. A Tibetan Mastiff can throw an awful tantrum and just sit on your bike until you fork over the convenience store bounty. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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: sf-la coast tour thoughts and preparation
The Ballona Creek bikeway, just below Marina del Rey, takes you to the Expo Line. Don't succumb to depression; take the train. dougP On Friday, May 22, 2015 at 12:22:57 PM UTC-7, drew wrote: great. this is getting good. consensus is that there are too many clothes, and now i get to justify buying some versatile quick drying stuff too. thanks for the route suggestions, and keep them coming. any chance to get off the main highway is welcome. doug, i live in LA, near downtown. i'll just be riding home from pch, which will be a depressing end to the trip, but one i feel i must make. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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-Filson bag, Vintage Kirtland Panniers
bumping this. panniers are sold, but i still have the filson dry duffle backpack. also, the sale of this cyclesmith wedge fell through. so here it is again. usa made, multiple compartments etc. 30$ shipped https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-JAZcKix2-ZU/VV_fgBZez2I/ATs/P72TxuFZOpE/s1600/IMG_1871.JPG https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-lnuVYdYYgTo/VV_fq1aYSOI/AT0/5FcwphySzuU/s1600/IMG_1870.JPG https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-EyEa6-pVLVQ/VV_fZEiKemI/ATk/EaKp42m6e9I/s1600/IMG_1869.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] Black and Tan Sam
The Blug says there's more to come. It's beautiful, as are the Sage Greens they're discounting now. They say it didn't sell well, which mystifies me. If I had the space and cash, I would snap one up today. As Riv says, that green with black parts would be killer. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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: sf-la coast tour thoughts and preparation
Wow. How did I forget the BEER? http://www.adventurecycling.org/resources/blog/don-t-let-the-can-get-you-down-get-yourself-a-beer-growler-pannier/ --Eric N www.CampyOnly.com CampyOnlyGuy.blogspot.com Twitter: @CampyOnlyGuy On May 22, 2015, at 7:09 PM, drew drewbeckme...@gmail.com wrote: i tried to resist the down puffy jacket for a while, just because it seems like everyone in any outdoor setting has them. it truly is a great piece of travel gear though. i take mine on any and all trips, bike or un-bike related. sidenote- rei and campsaver have the patagonia nano puffs on sale this weekend. not down, but warm, ok with getting wet, and extremely compactable -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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: sf-la coast tour thoughts and preparation
wouldn't whiskey be the ultralight option? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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: My ACW cup goes to the DWG
Pedal Cabbie for the ACW? Cool gig! Great looking trip. With abandon, Patrick On Friday, May 22, 2015 at 5:01:35 PM UTC-6, Bikie#4646 wrote: Some shots of my new Association of Caffeinated Wheelmen (ACW) cup on a 4-day trip to the Delaware Water Gap (DWG): https://www.flickr.com/photos/bikecrazy-paul/sets/72157653290251475 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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: sf-la coast tour thoughts and preparation
I agree with Anne. It might not be the most socially responsible place to buy down clothing, but I got mine from Uniqlo. Their ultralight down jackets are super cheap, very fashionable, and it comes with its own ultralight stuffsack. I use mine for lounging in camp, and then stuff it into my pillowcase when I bed-down. It's a jacket and a pillow. On Friday, May 22, 2015 at 12:52:55 PM UTC-7, Anne Paulson wrote: I disagree with leave the down at home. In all the coast hiker-biker campgrounds every night, you will see people wearing those down puffies. It gets cold at night. The last time I stayed at one of the coast hiker-bikers, the one at Half Moon Bay, I brought my down puffy jacket and was glad to have it. On Fri, May 22, 2015 at 10:33 AM, dougP doug...@cox.net javascript: wrote: Drew: I agree with the comments that you are taking too many clothes. 2 t-shirts made of a quick dry material are adequate. One wool LS jersey one SS plus the Ts give you plenty of layering options. Rain jacket yes but leave the down at home. One pair of pants. I use a cargo net like Rivendell sells to hold my stuff on the rear rack, and it is a convenient place to put damp laundry that hasn't dried out overnight. 10' of clothesline plus a few clothes pins are handy for drying in camp and don't take much space. Personally I've found multi-tools to be highly over-rated. Sure, they have everything in the world BUT they are inconvenient to use (every tried to use the chain breaker on one?). Go over your own bike see what it needs. On my Atlantis (a pretty standard Riv build), 3-4 allen keys, a small screwdriver, 8 10 mm wrenches (Park makes a very thin one) take care of most common adjustments. Trade the crescent wrench for a real chain breaker. I've lugged around a cassette cracker one each replacement spokes and have never used them, but I think that wards off broken spokes. Where in LA are you ending? And how are you getting home? Those points could effect your routing at the end. BPC is based on continuing beyond LA, and there are various options if this is your end point. At the end of your trip you'll be tired and interested in making it simple. dougP On Thursday, May 21, 2015 at 11:55:19 AM UTC-7, drew wrote: so ill be riding from SF-LA in a couple of weeks. this will be my first tour lasting more than a few days, so i wanted to put my plans out there and see if there is anything i should reconsider or any glaring holes im missing, or anything i still need to buy, while there is time. i've blocked out 8 days. gonna try to camp only. im mostly following bicycling the pacific coast, but if there are preferable route options, i'd be interested in those too. i know people do this without any preparation, but i have some time, and i like thinking about it. taking my hunqapillar with a carradice camper, acorn tool roll, jandd mini mountain panniers on the front, and a basket that i'm trying to leave open for food and incedentals along the way, maybe with a soft sided cooler. rear rack/camper bag tent sleeping bag/pad alcohol stove (considering bringing my biolite stove for the charging capability, but it's pretty heavy) bowl/utensils/matches/cooking stuff lock towel camera tools/maintenance 2 tubes, levers and patch kit multi tool crescent wrench pump front panniers 5 t-shirts overshirt 2 musa or musa-like pants 2 shorts underwear/socks rain jacket packable down jacket sandals toiletries chargers/ipod nano i put this list together, and it is basically the same as my s24o list, but with more clothes. im especially interested in what things beside clothes, i should be adding for a longer trip. also interested in what people do for security while going through cities with a lot of stuff strapped to their bikes. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to 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. -- -- 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] Black and Tan
How many of you Rivendellians hve ridden to Fenton's in Oakland and ordered a Black and Tan or a Banana Special? And maybe a toasted crab sandwich? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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: Homer and Ostrich
looks good, too On Friday, May 22, 2015 at 3:44:31 PM UTC-5, David Hays wrote: Thanks for the help everybody. I lifted the front a little, slid the rack back on the diving board and removed all the bottom stiffener in the bag that also acts as somewhat of a cushion for my cameras and iPad. All good. David Kenmore, New York On May 21, 2015, at 10:06 PM, Ron Mc bulld...@gmail.com javascript: wrote: I don't think the 121mm Bertaud is long enough for that reach. On Thursday, May 21, 2015 at 8:50:58 PM UTC-5, David Banzer wrote: Couple ideas: Can the rack be moved back further - shorten the diving board strut attachment? That will bring the base of the rack tombstone closer to lining up with the decaleur. Do you have stiffener panels installed? If you remove those the bag will conform less box-ily (?) to the rack. This is a situation where the adjustability of the Berthoud decaleur is handy. David Chicago On Thursday, May 21, 2015 at 5:53:24 PM UTC-5, David Hays wrote: I'm looking to carry my Ostrich 104 bag on a Mark's Rack on my Homer using a Velo Orange decaleur. I don't think this is all that unlikely a scenario and wondered if anyone has any suggestions. It currently can sit flat on the rack or attach to the decaleur with the front off the rack. Should I get longer struts and raise the front of the rack or carefully bend the declarer. Thoughts? Thanks. David Kenmore, New York https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-U29Rf53nEvQ/VV5hm4az7CI/BEk/49_bbd0XefQ/s1600/Homer-and-Ostrich-1.jpg https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-MiYeSSVnsNQ/VV5htNQcrbI/BEs/47hCbFBESKI/s1600/Homer-and-Ostrich-2.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-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.
[RBW] Re: sf-la coast tour thoughts and preparation
i tried to resist the down puffy jacket for a while, just because it seems like everyone in any outdoor setting has them. it truly is a great piece of travel gear though. i take mine on any and all trips, bike or un-bike related. sidenote- rei and campsaver have the patagonia nano puffs on sale this weekend. not down, but warm, ok with getting wet, and extremely compactable -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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: sf-la coast tour thoughts and preparation
For even more getting off Highway 1, instead of exiting at Pescadero Creek Road, take Stage Road just north of San Gregorio. That takes you to Pescadero, where you can go left on Pescadero Creek Road, then take Cloverdale Gazos Creek as Bill describes. Stage Road has two moderate climbs, but it's deserted and beautiful. On Fri, May 22, 2015 at 11:18 AM, Bill Lindsay tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: Speaking of side routes, I highly recommend getting off Hwy1 at Pescadero Creek Road, right on Cloverdale Road, right on Gazos Creek Road. That adds a tiny bit of distance and a bit of climbing but it is removed from the Hwy 1 traffic for a bit, and takes you through a couple cute towns. You'll still make it to Santa Cruz on Day 1. All the Central Coast Randonneurs know that loop. On Friday, May 22, 2015 at 11:02:43 AM UTC-7, dougP wrote: Drew: Re: Anne's comment: There's an oil spill at Refugio State Beach, north of Santa Barbara. You have an option to go inland there. Do so. The campgrounds along the coast are closed anyway because of the spill. As of today, they are estimating weeks to months for the cleanup so likely the campgrounds will remain closed. In BPC this is the Santa Ynez Valley Alternate. San Marcos Pass gets lots of high speed traffic BUT there is an old road roughly paralleling SR 154. BPC says at mile 36.5 start 4 mile climb. Before that, on the left side of the highway look for Paradise Rd or a sign to Paradise. Take this, keeping the main highway in sight on your right (there are a couple of forks). This road crosses under the main highway where it is up on a very tall bridge and continues up to the Cold Spring Tavern and eventually rejoins SR 154 at the summit. It has steeper sections but is lightly trafficked and more scenic. After you re-join SR 154, it's all downhill to Santa Barbara. A couple of miles down from the pass, on your right is Old San Marcos Pass Rd, another lightly trafficked alternate that ends at Cathedral Oaks Rd. Turn left (east) on Cathedral Oaks, the right (south) on Turnpike Rd (at Tucker's Grove park). After Turnpike crosses the 101 freeway RR tracks, turn left on Hollister (near San Marcos HS) to re-join the BPC route. dougP On Thursday, May 21, 2015 at 11:55:19 AM UTC-7, drew wrote: so ill be riding from SF-LA in a couple of weeks. this will be my first tour lasting more than a few days, so i wanted to put my plans out there and see if there is anything i should reconsider or any glaring holes im missing, or anything i still need to buy, while there is time. i've blocked out 8 days. gonna try to camp only. im mostly following bicycling the pacific coast, but if there are preferable route options, i'd be interested in those too. i know people do this without any preparation, but i have some time, and i like thinking about it. taking my hunqapillar with a carradice camper, acorn tool roll, jandd mini mountain panniers on the front, and a basket that i'm trying to leave open for food and incedentals along the way, maybe with a soft sided cooler. rear rack/camper bag tent sleeping bag/pad alcohol stove (considering bringing my biolite stove for the charging capability, but it's pretty heavy) bowl/utensils/matches/cooking stuff lock towel camera tools/maintenance 2 tubes, levers and patch kit multi tool crescent wrench pump front panniers 5 t-shirts overshirt 2 musa or musa-like pants 2 shorts underwear/socks rain jacket packable down jacket sandals toiletries chargers/ipod nano i put this list together, and it is basically the same as my s24o list, but with more clothes. im especially interested in what things beside clothes, i should be adding for a longer trip. also interested in what people do for security while going through cities with a lot of stuff strapped to their bikes. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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. -- -- 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: 160 pound bike lock for A. Homer Hilsen
Caption for the bike/dog pic: You toucha my bike, I breaka you face. Remember that commercial from the 70's? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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: Saluki on it's way back
The bottle cage is always the hardest part of the build! Grin. I look forward to seeing the build and more forward to ride reports and photos and exploits! 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.
[RBW] Re: sf-la coast tour thoughts and preparation
Get a couple of diaper pins and pin them to your saddle bag. Wash your undies and shirts in the shower, wring them out, then pin them to your bag to dry for the day. Also, bring three shirts. If they are wool, bring two. Have a great 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.
[RBW] Re: Soma San Marcos or Sam Hillborne with Surly LHT parts
+1 for the tires. Assuming you're starting with a 700C LHT, either the Compass 38mm or 32mm tires will transform the ride. Don't be afraid of the Extralight version. rod On Tuesday, May 19, 2015 at 7:51:50 PM UTC-4, Tony McG wrote: I don't have much experience with the Sam, but my San Marcos is a much nicer ride than my LHT. You may want to try different tires before you buy another frame. BTW, your LHT brakes won't fit on the San Marcos or the newer Sams. On Tuesday, May 19, 2015 at 6:40:58 PM UTC-5, Mike Troxell wrote: I have a Surly LHT that I am very happy with. The problem is that I want something that I can do light tours and club/group rides (not racing) with but that is a bit livelier than the LHT. How do you think a San Marcos or Sam Hillborne would ride if I bought the frame and swapped the LHT's components to one of them? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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 Crystal Fellow and UI-5EX Threadless Stem
Morning folks. Those went fast. If you emailed me, I got the message and will contact you if something doesn't work out with the folks who got to me first. Thanks! Mike K. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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: 160 pound bike lock for A. Homer Hilsen
Guess your next purchase will be bike trailer to take your 160lb bike lock with you.:) What a beautiful Dog. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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: 160 pound bike lock for A. Homer Hilsen
That doormat is bait, right? Andy Cheatham Pittsburgh On Thursday, May 21, 2015 at 8:04:26 PM UTC-4, Doug Williams wrote: All new Rivendell owners worry about bike theft. Here is my solution: the 160 pound bike lock. A biological lock, the would be thief must pass simultaneous visual, auditory, and olfactory tests in order to gain access to my new A. Homer Hilsen. Failure to pass a test would result in...well, it won't be pretty. Doug -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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: Saluki on it's way back
Nice to have the bike back. Pictures of the frame on my blog; http://dr2dc.blogspot.com/2015/05/the-salukis-back.html . I'm happy with the color and the semi-flat topcoat, I wish the lug window painting had a bit more care to it but I'll be able to touch that up myself. I hung the first part on the frame before I got back to work this morning so the build is officially started! https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-LbgbJ_JmIYc/VV83Oj0PezI/Hlo/Hz2ebgi9as8/s1600/RAD_7021.jpg https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/--e6Ik-5IT_I/VV83T3_kVeI/Hlw/Dblghx6LjY0/s1600/RAD_7022.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] Hammock suggestions for S24O type outings.
I'm going nuts waiting for Colorado to dry out, and it's still raining. Daydreaming of long hot dusty rides for some overnight camping has been relief. My old Kelty Zen 2 person tent has been fine, although it's klunky, showing it's age, and I know replacing it is on the horizon. Until last year, I assumed it would be with an updated tent, but I am very intrigued now with the idea of a hammock. Specifically some of the claims regarding comfort. I'm not a particularly good sleeper anyway, so camping is generally a night of tossing and turning in my bag. I'm curious if this is familiar to anyone here? If so, has a hammock made any difference? My current set up is either a thermarest inflatable or Z foam pad, with a down mummy style bag. Would my pads still work in a hammock for insulation, or do you have to use some sort of hanging insulator? So far the ENO seems to be a front runner just on popularity. But then theres tarps, netting, straps, etc that appear to get added on often too. Aside from some random netted hammocks, I have little experience with them, and certainly no overnight use. I've considered trying to find one used and try it bare bones just to see if I could even nap in it. Or maybe take it along while camping with my wife and daughter? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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: Hammock suggestions for S24O type outings.
I use a Hennessey Hammock with a Thermarest ridge rest pad. A pad might be needed for insulation on a cold night, but not for cushiness. An inflatable pad is probably going to shift around and drive you nuts. Give it a try. I'm a side sleeper and sleeping on the ground is no fun for me. Once I got the hammock, I slept straight through. My advice is to figure out if you want a symmetrical or asymmetrical design, zipper or velcro (I like the zipper), and get the biggest fly you can. If it rains, you don't want to be trapped in the hammock all day and a large fly will give you a place to sit, cook, etc. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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: sf-la coast tour thoughts and preparation
This is a few years old now, with new products to market -- but here were my post-tour thoughts after SF-SB in 2011: https://veloflaneur.wordpress.com/2011/07/26/7-day-tour-what-i-brought/ Don't bring much in terms of clothing. In general, two versions of on-bike clothing (2 wool t-shirts, 2 shorts, 2 pair wool socks, with 1 seersucker/chambray/SPF collared overshirt as the exception), and 1 set of off-bike clothes (lightweight pants, camp t-shirt, down jacket, swim trunks). The coast will be wet in the morning during the summer, but rain is highly unlikely. A small quick-dry camp towel can be hung off the back while riding. Honestly, keeping things dry is the challenge, even in drought, and especially north of SLO. Esteban San Diego, Calif. On Thursday, May 21, 2015 at 11:55:19 AM UTC-7, drew wrote: so ill be riding from SF-LA in a couple of weeks. this will be my first tour lasting more than a few days, so i wanted to put my plans out there and see if there is anything i should reconsider or any glaring holes im missing, or anything i still need to buy, while there is time. i've blocked out 8 days. gonna try to camp only. im mostly following bicycling the pacific coast, but if there are preferable route options, i'd be interested in those too. i know people do this without any preparation, but i have some time, and i like thinking about it. taking my hunqapillar with a carradice camper, acorn tool roll, jandd mini mountain panniers on the front, and a basket that i'm trying to leave open for food and incedentals along the way, maybe with a soft sided cooler. *rear rack/camper bag* tent sleeping bag/pad alcohol stove (considering bringing my biolite stove for the charging capability, but it's pretty heavy) bowl/utensils/matches/cooking stuff lock towel camera *tools/maintenance * 2 tubes, levers and patch kit multi tool crescent wrench pump *front panniers * 5 t-shirts overshirt 2 musa or musa-like pants 2 shorts underwear/socks rain jacket packable down jacket sandals toiletries chargers/ipod nano i put this list together, and it is basically the same as my s24o list, but with more clothes. im especially interested in what things beside clothes, i should be adding for a longer trip. also interested in what people do for security while going through cities with a lot of stuff strapped to their bikes. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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: What is your preferred position for Paul Thumbies on Alba's?
I tried them all and found that for the mixed terrain riding they were all great for some and annoying for others. Experiment and see. Don't tape your bars till you're happy. Grin. As a rule of thumb (pun intended), put them in your most common grip position. With abandon, Patrick On Friday, May 22, 2015 at 8:32:07 AM UTC-6, RDS wrote: Going to give the Paul Thumbie's a try on Albatross. Where do you prefer the shifter to be located on the bars? On the outside portion of the bar near the brake handle? On the top portion of the bar? Inside portion of the bar (if that is doable)? Or where? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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: FS: Size 61 Canti-Romulus, built in 2006. $850
I thought I had removed this. I'm sorry. This bike was sold. From: Don Funke bozemanchiroprac...@gmail.com To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Wednesday, May 20, 2015 9:49 AM Subject: [RBW] Re: FS: Size 61 Canti-Romulus, built in 2006. $850 The photo link has been removed. You might want to post another. On Monday, May 4, 2015 at 3:52:56 PM UTC-6, r.s...@sbcglobal.net wrote: I am selling the first Rivendell that I ever purchased new.It is a 61 cm frame, built up in April of 2006. I purchased it on April 8,2006. It has long been one of my favorite Riv’s, but I have not ridden it toooften in the past few years, mainly because it still has drop bars. I muchprefer Alba’s these days, which all my other bikes now have. I just can’t see this frame without theNoodles that it came with. It really is a road bike, and most of my rides thesedays are commutes or fireroads. The RBW descriptive about this frame was : “The Romulus is a road frame, virtually interchangeablewith the Rambouillet, and it rides dreamily. But if you're reasonably skillfuland have reasonable judgement, you'll find it a delight on fire trails as well(with appropriate tires). The cantilver brakes open up the area under thecrown, and let's a lot of things happen there. When you pick your parts fromthis list, we'll make sure they all add up to a smart, working bike. Anyquestions, just ask, we're happy to answer anything. Toe clip overlap willhappen on 55cm 57cm frames, depending on your tire, and fenders. It's nota big deal, not worth fretting about, and most certainly is not a design goof.But some folks can't live with it, and if you're among 'em don't get one ofthese. SIZING: Refer to page 76 in the catalogue, to get your PBH. Your framesize is PBH minus 25 to 27. If minus 25 lands you on a 61 and minus 27 says a59.” I have about 3800 miles on the frame and drivetrain. I don’tbaby my bikes, so it has reasonable beausage, but no dents. Always garaged.Mechanically, I take good cars of my bikes. However, I don’t wash and cleanthem often, and barely did a cursory wipe-down to prep for this sale. Just notmy thing. The longest single ride I took on this frame was an Oregoncoast ride in 2007. I also haveridden it in several local centuries. I am asking $850 + cost of shipping. If you live within 30 minutes of myhome in San Francisco (near the Golden Gate Bridge) I will bring it to you.PayPal is OK, otherwise a cashiers check from USPS. Contact me off-list to discuss: r.s...@sbcglobal.net Photo album in DropBox, here: http://tinyurl.com/q9hf29x Ray (List Member since 2006) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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] Romulus
The SOMA San Marcos seems a good stand-in for the Romulus..the first batch were even the same color! You'll want to check the sizing chart at rivbike.com, though..they're sized differently so you'll be riding a smaller-number frame. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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] Short Term Ride Review: QB and the 2 speed fixed Bendix
Thanks for the review. Just curious why you went this route instead of the Sturmey S3X. I have one of these 2 speed Bendix manual hubs in good shape, but never could bear to permanently alter 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] Re: What do Rivendell Riders use for wheel security?
I use Pinheads... same basic idea as Pitlocks, also have on a few bikes keyed alike. They're a slight pain to use compared to QR skewers, but I feel better leaving those bikes locked outside for a few hours. The design seems *somewhat* more defeatable than Pitlocks, but it's not like I'm running $2000 Enve wheels or anything. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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: Nitto Stem, Nitto City Bars, VO Casey Crazy Bar, (2) Salsa Mtn Bike Riser Bars
Casey's Crazy Bar Sold. Thanks On Tuesday, May 19, 2015 at 7:40:58 PM UTC-4, RDS wrote: Various items for sale. Send offers via private message. Paypal. Only ship to 48 Contiguous continental USA. Any offer you make will be a price that includes shipping. Meaning if you offer $25 for an item, then that includes me shipping you the item. 1) Nitto Stem - Used - In good condition - Not used for very long - I am not sure of the model (just has Nitto stamped near the top) - I believe the length is 130 - 22.2 / 25.4 2) Nitto City Bar (Model B483) - Used for 1 test ride - 25.4 Clamp - Rise 95mm - Width 510 - Sweep 90 Degrees - Silver 3) Velo Orange Casey's Crazy Bar - Used for 1 test ride - 25.4 Clamp - see velo orange web site for specs 4) Salsa Pro Moto XC Riser Mtn Handlebar 10 degree back by 6 degree up (at least that's what I think it means) - 31.8 Clamp - Width 680mm - can be cut if needed - Used mainly for pavement riding 5) Salsa MotoAce Riser Mtn Handlebar 10 degree back by 6 degree up (at least that what I think it means) - 25.4 Clamp - Width 660 - can be cut if needed - Used mainly for pavement riding Use following link for pictures: Pic reference: Pic's with stem in the pic name refers to the Nitto Stem Pic's with B483 in the pic name refers to the Nitto City Bars Pic's with crazy in the pic name refers to the VO Casey's Crazy bars Pic's with Salsa_318 in the pic name refers to the 31.8 Salsa Bars Pic's with Salsa_254 in the pic name refers to the 25.4 Salsa Bars https://flic.kr/s/aHskbWDtGp -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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: Soma San Marcos or Sam Hillborne with Surly LHT parts
Agreed on the Compass Extralights. I keep wondering if I should have bought the 32mm Stampede Pass instead of the 38mm Barlow Pass for a lighter, faster ride... until I ride them. So smooth and fast and the extra air provides some extra confidence against flats. So far, so good. John On Friday, May 22, 2015 at 5:06:12 AM UTC-7, Rod Holland wrote: +1 for the tires. Assuming you're starting with a 700C LHT, either the Compass 38mm or 32mm tires will transform the ride. Don't be afraid of the Extralight version. rod On Tuesday, May 19, 2015 at 7:51:50 PM UTC-4, Tony McG wrote: I don't have much experience with the Sam, but my San Marcos is a much nicer ride than my LHT. You may want to try different tires before you buy another frame. BTW, your LHT brakes won't fit on the San Marcos or the newer Sams. On Tuesday, May 19, 2015 at 6:40:58 PM UTC-5, Mike Troxell wrote: I have a Surly LHT that I am very happy with. The problem is that I want something that I can do light tours and club/group rides (not racing) with but that is a bit livelier than the LHT. How do you think a San Marcos or Sam Hillborne would ride if I bought the frame and swapped the LHT's components to one of them? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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: 160 pound bike lock for A. Homer Hilsen
if i had a puppy which would grow up with such a luxuriant coat i would name it Dyson after the vacuum cleaner -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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: Nitto M106 NAS Handlebar
Hey RBWOB'ers,, I'm interested in trying a Nitto M106 NAS handlebar, but the new price of this rare beast is more than a bit offputting. Anyone has a used one that's surplus to their needs? 42 cm width would be perfect, but I've used 40 and 44 in other bars without issue. Anyone? The bend on the M106 NAS appears similar to the Soma HWY 1, but the Nitto has slightly less drop and very slightly more reach -- and, of course, is higher quality and 3-4X the price! Photo of the Nitto M106 NAS is attached for your handlebar viewing pleasure. Cheers and safe riding! -Jack Raleigh, NC -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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: Short Term Ride Review: QB and the 2 speed fixed Bendix
John, Thanks for your review of the Bendix 2-speed fixed conversion. I found that article a few years ago, rounded up some parts, and had a hub welded up. Still haven't built up a wheel, but I think I'm going to use it for a foul weather/winter bike. My close to home ride is a 20+ mile rail trail loop. It's flat, but there's a considerable climb back to my home from the trail, and at the end of the ride. Anyway, thanks for the motivation. Best, John Wilson GBG, PA USA On Tuesday, May 19, 2015 at 9:36:45 PM UTC-4, JohnS wrote: I'll start with a little back ground on the Bendix modification. I found this review about a year ago and it was what got me in the market for a QB/S1 since the Bendix requires an OLD of 120mm. As you all know there isn't another production bike quite like it with this spacing. I've been riding the QB with the Bendix for about three months, so this is a short term review, will provide a more comprehensive review a the end of the season. http://www.63xc.com/genng/bikesmith.htm The upside to the modified Bendix hub are the following: 1. Cruising gear is fixed, nearly 100% efficiency, same as any other fixed gear bike. Rides just like one. 2. Shift on the fly, no need to get off the bike, loosen wheel, move chain... so on. 3. Down shift is 25% of the cruising gear. For me this means I'm using the cruising gear like normal, up and down rolling hills, easily 90% of the ride, if not more. The low gear is there for steep up hills or sustained head winds. As an example I got in a 33 mile ride on Sunday afternoon, at the most 1 to 2 miles were in the low gear. All the rest were about working the fixed gear. 4. Simplicity, few moving parts within the hub and as Bobby B. noted, they are stout. I've rebuilt a couple Sturmey Archer AW 3 speed hubs and the modified Bendix has a fraction of the parts. As with everything there are downsides: 1. DO NOT DOWN SHIFT AT SPEED! This is a two speed fixed hub, meaning you shift from one fixed gear to another fixed gear. Going from a cadence of 80 to 100 could throw you off the bike. I found this out the hard way, luckily I rode it out and didn't crash, but it was pretty scary. Up shift isn't as critical, just ease up some. 2. This is a bolt on hub, you need to carry wrenches to take the wheel off should you need to fix a flat. 3. It is heavy, at around 3 pounds. At least the weight is at the hub so the rotational forces don't play into the energy to move it. 4. The 18 tooth cog is integral to the hub and can not be changed. You have to change your chain ring to make adjustments to the gear ratio. 5. The cog requires an 1/8 inch chain. 6. Requires some sort of friction mode shifter, but the choice is yours. I'm using an old school Campy down tube shifter and cable guide, very minimal set up, forward is for the low gear, back is the cruising gear. 7. Because of the shift cable, I'm not likely to loosen and move the wheel to take advantage of a crank with two chain rings. 8. No conversion to a free wheel, but I suppose you could use the hub as is with the coaster brake. 9. Bearing are not sealed. Will require regular maintenance. I'm using Phil Wood tenacious oil on the gears and the two bearings near the gears. I used Park grease on the left bearings. 10. This is not an off the shelf part. The hub needs to be welded. Fortunately I found a professional welder who does the MIG welding for $25. Overall, having a two speed fixed gear bike is great! I live in a hilly area and the low gear just makes fixed gear riding a really fun experience. Without it, I would be limited to less hilly roads, having to walk up more hills or would have to switch back to a geared bike. A geared bike would not be the end of the world, but my preference for the past four years is to ride fixed. JohnS -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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: racks, noodle handlebar, brakes, nitto stem, VO Campeur frameset
63cm frame -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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] What is your preferred position for Paul Thumbies on Alba's?
Going to give the Paul Thumbie's a try on Albatross. Where do you prefer the shifter to be located on the bars? On the outside portion of the bar near the brake handle? On the top portion of the bar? Inside portion of the bar (if that is doable)? Or where? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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] sf-la coast tour thoughts and preparation
Soft sided cooler is a good plan; I carried one of those insulated bags on a tour and it was fantastic for picking up perishables along the way like pork chops, cheese, eggs, and butter to the campsite for dinner. On Thu, May 21, 2015 at 11:55 AM, drew drewbeckme...@gmail.com wrote: so ill be riding from SF-LA in a couple of weeks. this will be my first tour lasting more than a few days, so i wanted to put my plans out there and see if there is anything i should reconsider or any glaring holes im missing, or anything i still need to buy, while there is time. i've blocked out 8 days. gonna try to camp only. im mostly following bicycling the pacific coast, but if there are preferable route options, i'd be interested in those too. i know people do this without any preparation, but i have some time, and i like thinking about it. taking my hunqapillar with a carradice camper, acorn tool roll, jandd mini mountain panniers on the front, and a basket that i'm trying to leave open for food and incedentals along the way, maybe with a soft sided cooler. *rear rack/camper bag* tent sleeping bag/pad alcohol stove (considering bringing my biolite stove for the charging capability, but it's pretty heavy) bowl/utensils/matches/cooking stuff lock towel camera *tools/maintenance * 2 tubes, levers and patch kit multi tool crescent wrench pump *front panniers * 5 t-shirts overshirt 2 musa or musa-like pants 2 shorts underwear/socks rain jacket packable down jacket sandals toiletries chargers/ipod nano i put this list together, and it is basically the same as my s24o list, but with more clothes. im especially interested in what things beside clothes, i should be adding for a longer trip. also interested in what people do for security while going through cities with a lot of stuff strapped to their bikes. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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. -- I want the kind of six pack you can't drink. -- Micah -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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] sf-la coast tour thoughts and preparation
One edit id make is not more than 2 tshirts. One on you and one clean wet and drying on the rack of your 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] Romulus
Hoping to replace my 61 cm Romulus with similar frame. Live in RI. Thoughts? John -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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] At last! My new Homer!
Fantastic! Wonderful venue for a shot too :) On Wed, May 20, 2015 at 7:39 PM, Doug Williams salg...@minbaritm.com wrote: At last! My new A. Homer Hilsen! Here is the obligatory picture in front of Riv HQ. I just threw on my bag and a water bottle and off I went! Amazing bike, I absolutely love it! Thanks to all the many people at Riv who helped me in this process! The wheels that Rich made are just perfect. I'm so glad I got the Paul brakes, they stop as well as my disc brakes. The bike is MUCH faster than my old bike...to much so to be real. So I know some of this is just new bike placebo effect. But who cares? I'm loving it! Doug -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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. -- I want the kind of six pack you can't drink. -- Micah -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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/FT/cheap stuff/WTB sugino crank, 8 spd cassette, swrve trousers, handlebars,
Took the duffel out to the river today, packed full of rafts and beer! what an awesome day to break it in! Thanks so much! On Tuesday, May 12, 2015 at 2:20:14 PM UTC-6, drew wrote: everything but the panniers are gone. thanks everyone -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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: What is your preferred position for Paul Thumbies on Alba's?
take your time and get them just right - here's what I did on my MAP bars, which are almost Albas http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v728/bulldog1935/Raleigh/Viner/aP3180017.jpg It ends up being farther away than you first imagine and closer to vertical than horizontal, but these let me push with knuckle and pull with thumb and still have room for a couple of different hand rest positions. On Friday, May 22, 2015 at 9:32:07 AM UTC-5, RDS wrote: Going to give the Paul Thumbie's a try on Albatross. Where do you prefer the shifter to be located on the bars? On the outside portion of the bar near the brake handle? On the top portion of the bar? Inside portion of the bar (if that is doable)? Or where? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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: Saluki on it's way back
Looks mighty good. The green and cream brings back fond memories of a Saluki I once owned. Now get it assembled and back on the road where it belongs. That first ride will suggest that you should sell all your other bikes and keep this one. That's what my Purple People Eater as someone calls it tells me every time I ride it. Bill repeat Saluki offender Eberle Columbus -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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: Saluki on it's way back
I'm using a recessed nut on my M-12. Going to loctite it when I get home. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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: BQ to publish study of pedal retention usefulness in Summer issue
To illustrate what I find odd in Mike's post (below) I'll suggest the following modification of it. To be clear, this is suggested merely to illustrate a point and possibly foster useful discussion. On the lugged steel wannabe retro grouches... I see at least a dozen a day. I live in an aging upper middle class neighborhood and they ride their bikes to the coffee shop all day long. Highend custom steel bike with flat pedals and running shoes and mirrors. At least they don't have those goofy plaid bicycle bags! I'm glad they are out riding but the need to belong is strong. Cheers and safe riding! -Jack On Monday, May 18, 2015 at 5:49:05 PM UTC-4, Mike Schiller wrote: Huh? I didn't say I ride an upright bike. On all 3 of my low trail custom's I have drop bars a inch or so below the saddle. I was referring to Mr P. On the carbon wannabe racers... I see at least a dozen a day. I live along the coast in SoCal and they ride their bikes up and down all day long. Carbon bike with flat pedals and running shoes and mirrors. At least they don't have those goofy interrupter brake levers! I'm glad they are out riding but the need to belong is strong. ~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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: FS: Size 61 Canti-Romulus, built in 2006. $850
The photo link has been removed. You might want to post another. On Monday, May 4, 2015 at 3:52:56 PM UTC-6, r.s...@sbcglobal.net wrote: I am selling the first Rivendell that I ever purchased new. It is a 61 cm frame, built up in April of 2006. I purchased it on April 8, 2006. It has long been one of my favorite Riv’s, but I have not ridden it too often in the past few years, mainly because it still has drop bars. I much prefer Alba’s these days, which all my other bikes now have. I just can’t see this frame without the Noodles that it came with. It really is a road bike, and most of my rides these days are commutes or fireroads. The RBW descriptive about this frame was : *“The Romulus is a road frame, virtually interchangeable with the Rambouillet, and it rides dreamily. But if you're reasonably skillful and have reasonable judgement, you'll find it a delight on fire trails as well (with appropriate tires). The cantilver brakes open up the area under the crown, and let's a lot of things happen there. When you pick your parts from this list, we'll make sure they all add up to a smart, working bike. Any questions, just ask, we're happy to answer anything. Toe clip overlap will happen on 55cm 57cm frames, depending on your tire, and fenders. It's not a big deal, not worth fretting about, and most certainly is not a design goof. But some folks can't live with it, and if you're among 'em don't get one of these. SIZING: Refer to page 76 in the catalogue, to get your PBH. Your frame size is PBH minus 25 to 27. If minus 25 lands you on a 61 and minus 27 says a 59.”* I have about 3800 miles on the frame and drivetrain. I don’t baby my bikes, so it has reasonable beausage, but no dents. Always garaged. Mechanically, I take good cars of my bikes. However, I don’t wash and clean them often, and barely did a cursory wipe-down to prep for this sale. Just not my thing. The longest single ride I took on this frame was an Oregon coast ride in 2007. I also have ridden it in several local centuries. I am asking $850 + cost of shipping. If you live within 30 minutes of my home in San Francisco (near the Golden Gate Bridge) I will bring it to you. PayPal is OK, otherwise a cashiers check from USPS. Contact me off-list to discuss: r.s...@sbcglobal.net javascript: Photo album in DropBox, here:http://tinyurl.com/q9hf29x Ray (List Member since 2006) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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: racks, noodle handlebar, brakes, nitto stem, VO Campeur frameset
63cm velo orange frame and rear rack still available, all other items have been 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: Hammock suggestions for S24O type outings.
I also use a Hennessey hammock and it is so so so much more comfortable than sleeping on the ground. Because my setup before starting with the hammock was tarp camping with a Thermarest ultralight inflatable, that's what I have continued to use in the hammock. I've never noticed it shifting around. I do have a Z-pad that I only used once because it is too thin for sleeping on the ground. Maybe I'll try that in the hammock some day. I'm really only using the pad because my sleeping bag is a quilt that covers me from the top. For warm nights, I probably wouldn't even need the pad. On Friday, May 22, 2015 at 9:38:02 AM UTC-4, Ginz wrote: I use a Hennessey Hammock with a Thermarest ridge rest pad. A pad might be needed for insulation on a cold night, but not for cushiness. An inflatable pad is probably going to shift around and drive you nuts. Give it a try. I'm a side sleeper and sleeping on the ground is no fun for me. Once I got the hammock, I slept straight through. My advice is to figure out if you want a symmetrical or asymmetrical design, zipper or velcro (I like the zipper), and get the biggest fly you can. If it rains, you don't want to be trapped in the hammock all day and a large fly will give you a place to sit, cook, etc. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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: Fender-ectomy Tutorial?
It was a Hillborne (http://rivbike.tumblr.com/post/108118247614/click-on-the-pix-to). Seems like it was all about the rack mount. Got me intrigued as well but mine is a canti Hillborne so the split wasn't need. I did have to grind out the slot on the connection tab on my p50s to get the fender all the way up to the fork. I'm sure I can get 42s in there now (been using 40s) but I'm thinking of seeing if I can get my new 45 Smart Sam's in there. Doubting that but summer break just started so I may find a little more time to mess around with it. John On Thursday, May 21, 2015 at 11:58:10 AM UTC-7, David Banzer wrote: Awhile back on the Blug there was an entry of a black Homer (I think) with a 2 piece front fender to get added clearance. Anyone done this? Tips, steps, extra hardware I'll need? I'll be using SKS P45 fenders. I have an extra front that I was thinking I could use to get longer coverage under a rack. I need to do front and back I think. I could probably get away with fitting the fenders mounted normally, but I'd like to opt for proper clearances. Thanks, David Chicago -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: What is your preferred position for Paul Thumbies on Alba's?
Here's a photo of Paul's Thumbies on a Cheviot. Really like them on the Albatross. I've also seen them slid to the inside. I also have Thumbies on drops. https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-sWyFSV11bA4/VV9MSF0cjRI/Aac/XQCggRdonAA/s1600/November%2B27%252C%2B2014_untitled_1614.jpg On Friday, May 22, 2015 at 7:32:07 AM UTC-7, RDS wrote: Going to give the Paul Thumbie's a try on Albatross. Where do you prefer the shifter to be located on the bars? On the outside portion of the bar near the brake handle? On the top portion of the bar? Inside portion of the bar (if that is doable)? Or where? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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: What is your preferred position for Paul Thumbies on Alba's?
I had thumbies set up normal like Kellie, and inside like Keven (as seen on Rivbike). I've since moved to Shimano deerhead shifters, also mounted inside. Here's a pic of the albas with thumbies: https://www.flickr.com/photos/stakx/13961703460/in/album-72157644332271299/ The main advantage of inside mounting is being able to grip forward of the brake levers. (I have my levers mounted far back as I sometimes have a kid on a Yepp Mini front-mounted bike seat.) The normal set up works great for bullmoose bars: https://www.flickr.com/photos/stakx/13022887783/in/album-72157644332271299/ In any event, +1 for Patrick's advice-- try 'em out. (Unfortunately, you'll have to re-cable. So maybe mount 'em up and try them before cabling?) Happy riding, Shoji On Friday, May 22, 2015 at 11:34:37 AM UTC-4, Kellie wrote: Here's a photo of Paul's Thumbies on a Cheviot. Really like them on the Albatross. I've also seen them slid to the inside. I also have Thumbies on drops. https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-sWyFSV11bA4/VV9MSF0cjRI/Aac/XQCggRdonAA/s1600/November%2B27%252C%2B2014_untitled_1614.jpg On Friday, May 22, 2015 at 7:32:07 AM UTC-7, RDS wrote: Going to give the Paul Thumbie's a try on Albatross. Where do you prefer the shifter to be located on the bars? On the outside portion of the bar near the brake handle? On the top portion of the bar? Inside portion of the bar (if that is doable)? Or where? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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] Black and Tan Sam
I can't believe how beautiful that bike is. Normally not a big fan of the black paint jobs, buy oh man, that was pretty. Did someone on the list buy that frame? - 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/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: 160 pound bike lock for A. Homer Hilsen
Bike lock? That looks like a whole house mobile security system! dougP On Thursday, May 21, 2015 at 5:04:26 PM UTC-7, Doug Williams wrote: All new Rivendell owners worry about bike theft. Here is my solution: the 160 pound bike lock. A biological lock, the would be thief must pass simultaneous visual, auditory, and olfactory tests in order to gain access to my new A. Homer Hilsen. Failure to pass a test would result in...well, it won't be pretty. Doug -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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: Hammock suggestions for S24O type outings.
I've got a cheap Gibbons hammock that was bought at an REI sale, I haven't been able to find anything more on them, but similar to ENO, just different set of strap hardware. I love the hammock would recommend just getting a hammock and trying it out, even ENO's can be had relatively cheaply. If you like it, buy the tarp, etc. I don't camp w/o my kids very often, so I usually use the tent, but the hammock is much better for me as the kids age are comfortable sleeping w/o an adult near when the coyotes howl, they'll have their own hammocks. Best, Eric Nolan Indpls -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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: What is your preferred position for Paul Thumbies on Alba's?
Here : https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-UsTKn56Gp3o/Ua8Tu_6zMLI/Bs4/-G6bxAd0PN8/s1024/franklinbarrs.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: Hammock suggestions for S24O type outings.
A newer company that just sells camping hammocks is Kammok http://kammok.com/. Based in Austin, but getting bigger all the time. Buy a hammock with the Python Straps, and you can set it up in under 5 minutes with a lot of versatility for length, and they fit a sleeping bag really easily. I have one. Haven't used it for actual camping yet, but I love taking it hiking and on trails. I'd check them out. If you jump on it this weekend, though, REI is having a great sale on the ENO's. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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: Saluki on it's way back
Thanks Bill! Your ears must have been burning I was just thinking about you as I was loading the XO-3 into the stand to donate some of it's parts to the Saluki rebuild! Never fear it will be built back up - back to M-bar's I think. The Saluki should get a test roll around the neighborhood later tonight. I've got the HS, BB, crankset and brake calipers installed so far... once I harvest the saddle/post, albatross bars and pedals off the XO-3 I'll be back in business. I held up the old fork (w/ the original nice green paint) up to the new one a minute ago and they are pretty close actually. Just that the new coat has a dull finish instead of sparkling. I'd love to see some pic's of the Purple People Eater sometime! Tony On Fri, May 22, 2015 at 11:26 AM, Bill webe...@gmail.com wrote: Looks mighty good. The green and cream brings back fond memories of a Saluki I once owned. Now get it assembled and back on the road where it belongs. That first ride will suggest that you should sell all your other bikes and keep this one. That's what my Purple People Eater as someone calls it tells me every time I ride it. Bill repeat Saluki offender Eberle Columbus -- 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/VIG9X1FK9V0/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/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: sf-la coast tour thoughts and preparation
Speaking of side routes, I highly recommend getting off Hwy1 at Pescadero Creek Road, right on Cloverdale Road, right on Gazos Creek Road. That adds a tiny bit of distance and a bit of climbing but it is removed from the Hwy 1 traffic for a bit, and takes you through a couple cute towns. You'll still make it to Santa Cruz on Day 1. All the Central Coast Randonneurs know that loop. On Friday, May 22, 2015 at 11:02:43 AM UTC-7, dougP wrote: Drew: Re: Anne's comment: There's an oil spill at Refugio State Beach, north of Santa Barbara. You have an option to go inland there. Do so. The campgrounds along the coast are closed anyway because of the spill. As of today, they are estimating weeks to months for the cleanup so likely the campgrounds will remain closed. In BPC this is the Santa Ynez Valley Alternate. San Marcos Pass gets lots of high speed traffic BUT there is an old road roughly paralleling SR 154. BPC says at mile 36.5 start 4 mile climb. Before that, on the left side of the highway look for Paradise Rd or a sign to Paradise. Take this, keeping the main highway in sight on your right (there are a couple of forks). This road crosses under the main highway where it is up on a very tall bridge and continues up to the Cold Spring Tavern and eventually rejoins SR 154 at the summit. It has steeper sections but is lightly trafficked and more scenic. After you re-join SR 154, it's all downhill to Santa Barbara. A couple of miles down from the pass, on your right is Old San Marcos Pass Rd, another lightly trafficked alternate that ends at Cathedral Oaks Rd. Turn left (east) on Cathedral Oaks, the right (south) on Turnpike Rd (at Tucker's Grove park). After Turnpike crosses the 101 freeway RR tracks, turn left on Hollister (near San Marcos HS) to re-join the BPC route. dougP On Thursday, May 21, 2015 at 11:55:19 AM UTC-7, drew wrote: so ill be riding from SF-LA in a couple of weeks. this will be my first tour lasting more than a few days, so i wanted to put my plans out there and see if there is anything i should reconsider or any glaring holes im missing, or anything i still need to buy, while there is time. i've blocked out 8 days. gonna try to camp only. im mostly following bicycling the pacific coast, but if there are preferable route options, i'd be interested in those too. i know people do this without any preparation, but i have some time, and i like thinking about it. taking my hunqapillar with a carradice camper, acorn tool roll, jandd mini mountain panniers on the front, and a basket that i'm trying to leave open for food and incedentals along the way, maybe with a soft sided cooler. *rear rack/camper bag* tent sleeping bag/pad alcohol stove (considering bringing my biolite stove for the charging capability, but it's pretty heavy) bowl/utensils/matches/cooking stuff lock towel camera *tools/maintenance * 2 tubes, levers and patch kit multi tool crescent wrench pump *front panniers * 5 t-shirts overshirt 2 musa or musa-like pants 2 shorts underwear/socks rain jacket packable down jacket sandals toiletries chargers/ipod nano i put this list together, and it is basically the same as my s24o list, but with more clothes. im especially interested in what things beside clothes, i should be adding for a longer trip. also interested in what people do for security while going through cities with a lot of stuff strapped to their bikes. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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: Romulus
The very eager and helpful participants of this group would probably be interested to know why you are replacing your 61cm Romulus. That would influence what their recommendations might be. For example: a. I'm hoping to replace my 61cm Romulus, which was my perfect bike and I loved it, but it was stolen b. I'm hoping to replace my 61cm Romulus. I loved everything about it, but it was damaged c. I'm hoping to replace my 61cm Romulus. It's good, but I want great. The things I don't like are (A, B, C) d. I'm hoping to replace my 61cm Romulus because it's the wrong size. I need something bigger/smaller e. I'm hoping to replace my 61cm Romulus. It's perfect but I want wider tires and the ability to load it up f. I'm hoping to replace my 61cm Romulus. A 61cm Roadeo would be perfect, but my budget is $$. etc etc etc. That context would really help you access the wealth of experiences that this group has. best of luck Bill Lindsay El Cerrito, CA On Friday, May 22, 2015 at 7:32:07 AM UTC-7, Jombini wrote: Hoping to replace my 61 cm Romulus with similar frame. Live in RI. Thoughts? John -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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: Hammock suggestions for S24O type outings.
I tried a hammock a while back. I much prefer the ground now, though before floor living I preferred the hammock. Now, the ground feels just like my bed at home and I sleep great! I found that night below 40˚F were very cold in the hammock and would have required a bottom quilt to make it feasible. In the Colorado mountains, nights below 40˚F happen year round, so keep that in mind (your temp threshold may differ, and I don't remember what pad, if any, I used beneath me. 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.
[RBW] Re: sf-la coast tour thoughts and preparation
great. this is getting good. consensus is that there are too many clothes, and now i get to justify buying some versatile quick drying stuff too. thanks for the route suggestions, and keep them coming. any chance to get off the main highway is welcome. doug, i live in LA, near downtown. i'll just be riding home from pch, which will be a depressing end to the trip, but one i feel i must make. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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: Romulus
My answer would be: I'm hoping to replace my 53cm Romulus because I stupidly sold it 7 years ago thinking I was going to recumbents full time, and I've never seen one in that size for sale again. Doh! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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] Black and Tan Sam
Looks like they copied my Homer.. :) https://flic.kr/p/pSvngY Black / cream Homer, built by w-ford ca. 2010 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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: sf-la coast tour thoughts and preparation
doug, i live in LA, near downtown. i'll just be riding home from pch, which will be a depressing end to the trip, but one i feel i must make. Loop through Santa Monica and you can draft me home. Jeff Hagedorn Los Angeles, CA USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Scissortail Cycles 650B frame
Carla, I can't tell you how cool this is. I approached Buchanan's a few years ago about a custom fork (that I didn't end up committing to) and I've talked to them a couple of times, in extremely general terms, about a custom frameset. I've also had them do some framework on a 1983 MTB I own. It will be exciting to watch your bike come together. Do you have a rendering from a program like BikeCad, that shows what the final bike will look like? Did you design the bike or did you give him a general idea and let him design it? Do Dewayne and Tobin both build framesets? I had assumed it was just Tobin doing the building. On Wednesday, May 20, 2015 at 3:29:19 PM UTC-5, Carla Waugh wrote: Hello I am having this frame made as a medium trail Rando/commuter/all rounder. Dewayne Norvill a local builder in Norman Oklahoma is the builder. From a memder of RBW I will have Nitto Noodles. The frame should be built by the first of June. My inspiration comes from when I owned a Bleriot and a Rawland Csogn. https://www.flickr.com/gp/131252147@N03/hj35n2 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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: Thumbies or Bar ends?
I think I'll run with the bar ends for a little bit and then give the stem shifters a try. I need to get a new bottom bracket and seat post for this new build first. Hopefully can buy the stem shifter mount in a few months. Great ideas everyone. It's always fun to learn the little ways people prefer their bikes. On Thu, May 14, 2015 at 2:48 PM Ryan Fleming ryanmalloryflem...@gmail.com wrote: Yupthat's a good thought,too On Thursday, May 14, 2015 at 1:54:46 PM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote: If you like the notion of having shifters that can be easily accessed in the top area of drop bars, don't forget about stem shifters: http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/sh15.htm Your barend shifters fit right on there. Your downtube shifters fit right on there. And you don't have to remove your brake levers to install them. If you ran your barcon housing outside the bar tape, you won't even have to re-wrap your bars. On Thursday, May 14, 2015 at 11:48:17 AM UTC-7, Ryan Fleming wrote: Ohh..I like that idea too I like barend shifters on my moustache bars but lately...not so much with drop bars...like I would say that for me with drop bars, bar-ends are not a lot more convenient or accessible than downtube shifters, for instance. So...thumbshiftersyou and Kellie have me thinking... On Thursday, May 14, 2015 at 9:31:34 AM UTC-5, Montclair BobbyB wrote: This is the setup I'm planning for an upcoming build... Nitto Noodles with old Suntour thumbies... real simple. Just walking around the house with these in front of me on my phantom bike (that IS how you all test your ideas... right??), I'd say these feel pretty good... BB https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-VUW8iTD_jOg/VVSxnWbcBXI/E_w/12C9IrYcpjw/s1600/FullSizeRender%2B%286%29.jpg On Wednesday, May 13, 2015 at 5:57:14 PM UTC-4, dougP wrote: Mike: I went to thumbies a year ago when I first started playing with upright bars, and really like 'em a lot. I find I can move the lever toward me by just nudging it, and away by either thumb push (as intended) or using the plump part of my hand at the base of my thumb, sort of twisting it. I've used them on On One Mary, Origin 8 spacebar, generic flat straight bar, and Scott ATs. dougP On Wednesday, May 13, 2015 at 7:32:35 AM UTC-7, Mike K. wrote: Morning, all. I found a set of On One Midge bars on the local CL. I'm really excited about them. I have a set of Silver bar ends I put on there for now, but I'm curious about putting thumbies on the bars instead, and was curious if anyone has experience with it. I know it's going to be a matter of personal preference, but does anyone have any first hand experience? I'm nervous about the bar ends getting banged up protruding too much for riding trails? Thanks, Mike -- 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/1ndNGtdCwVs/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/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: sf-la coast tour thoughts and preparation
Drew: I agree with the comments that you are taking too many clothes. 2 t-shirts made of a quick dry material are adequate. One wool LS jersey one SS plus the Ts give you plenty of layering options. Rain jacket yes but leave the down at home. One pair of pants. I use a cargo net like Rivendell sells to hold my stuff on the rear rack, and it is a convenient place to put damp laundry that hasn't dried out overnight. 10' of clothesline plus a few clothes pins are handy for drying in camp and don't take much space. Personally I've found multi-tools to be highly over-rated. Sure, they have everything in the world BUT they are inconvenient to use (every tried to use the chain breaker on one?). Go over your own bike see what it needs. On my Atlantis (a pretty standard Riv build), 3-4 allen keys, a small screwdriver, 8 10 mm wrenches (Park makes a very thin one) take care of most common adjustments. Trade the crescent wrench for a real chain breaker. I've lugged around a cassette cracker one each replacement spokes and have never used them, but I think that wards off broken spokes. Where in LA are you ending? And how are you getting home? Those points could effect your routing at the end. BPC is based on continuing beyond LA, and there are various options if this is your end point. At the end of your trip you'll be tired and interested in making it simple. dougP On Thursday, May 21, 2015 at 11:55:19 AM UTC-7, drew wrote: so ill be riding from SF-LA in a couple of weeks. this will be my first tour lasting more than a few days, so i wanted to put my plans out there and see if there is anything i should reconsider or any glaring holes im missing, or anything i still need to buy, while there is time. i've blocked out 8 days. gonna try to camp only. im mostly following bicycling the pacific coast, but if there are preferable route options, i'd be interested in those too. i know people do this without any preparation, but i have some time, and i like thinking about it. taking my hunqapillar with a carradice camper, acorn tool roll, jandd mini mountain panniers on the front, and a basket that i'm trying to leave open for food and incedentals along the way, maybe with a soft sided cooler. *rear rack/camper bag* tent sleeping bag/pad alcohol stove (considering bringing my biolite stove for the charging capability, but it's pretty heavy) bowl/utensils/matches/cooking stuff lock towel camera *tools/maintenance * 2 tubes, levers and patch kit multi tool crescent wrench pump *front panniers * 5 t-shirts overshirt 2 musa or musa-like pants 2 shorts underwear/socks rain jacket packable down jacket sandals toiletries chargers/ipod nano i put this list together, and it is basically the same as my s24o list, but with more clothes. im especially interested in what things beside clothes, i should be adding for a longer trip. also interested in what people do for security while going through cities with a lot of stuff strapped to their bikes. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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: Romulus
I've considered the A. Homer Hilsen as a replacement for my Rom. I hear some people saying they are very similar and others saying the Homer is a more robust frame. Will be interested in seeing responses to this post. Outside of Riv-land I've read positive reviews of the SOMA ES. Waterford/Gunnnar make sport touring frames which will be similar in function to your Rom. A San Marcos in your size is probably a double top tube which you may or may not want. On Friday, May 22, 2015 at 8:32:07 AM UTC-6, Jombini wrote: Hoping to replace my 61 cm Romulus with similar frame. Live in RI. Thoughts? John -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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: Hammock suggestions for S24O type outings.
I'm good at sleeping in general, but I too tend to toss and turn on the ground. I've done several overnighters with Manny where he's been in a hammock, so I was intrigued to try it. I bought the brand that REI sells. I forget the brand now. I have a good hammock test spot in my back yard, and in the summertime, I frequently hang it up there and listen to the ballgame on AM radio while my kids do the gardening. I tried to do an overnighter in my back yard and I couldn't do it. The crescent shape it bends my body in locks my knees hyperextended, which gets uncomfortable after about 10 minutes. I think I'd need to run a quilt, instead of my minimalist down mummy bag, so I could have more leg-position options. On Friday, May 22, 2015 at 6:15:11 AM UTC-7, jinxed wrote: I'm going nuts waiting for Colorado to dry out, and it's still raining. Daydreaming of long hot dusty rides for some overnight camping has been relief. My old Kelty Zen 2 person tent has been fine, although it's klunky, showing it's age, and I know replacing it is on the horizon. Until last year, I assumed it would be with an updated tent, but I am very intrigued now with the idea of a hammock. Specifically some of the claims regarding comfort. I'm not a particularly good sleeper anyway, so camping is generally a night of tossing and turning in my bag. I'm curious if this is familiar to anyone here? If so, has a hammock made any difference? My current set up is either a thermarest inflatable or Z foam pad, with a down mummy style bag. Would my pads still work in a hammock for insulation, or do you have to use some sort of hanging insulator? So far the ENO seems to be a front runner just on popularity. But then theres tarps, netting, straps, etc that appear to get added on often too. Aside from some random netted hammocks, I have little experience with them, and certainly no overnight use. I've considered trying to find one used and try it bare bones just to see if I could even nap in it. Or maybe take it along while camping with my wife and daughter? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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: Hammock suggestions for S24O type outings.
Hammock is the way to go. Twine/paracord hammock if you want to live dangerously. https://flic.kr/p/afaezt I had a eno that ripped on me. I like Roo from Kammock. Really well made hammock and well thought out. A huge double nest hammock with gear loops along the edge so that you can jury-rig it as a ghetto shelter. The carabiner set-up is spot on and easy. Kammocks Trap also doubles a water retention and has tent poles in it. On Friday, May 22, 2015 at 6:15:11 AM UTC-7, jinxed wrote: I'm going nuts waiting for Colorado to dry out, and it's still raining. Daydreaming of long hot dusty rides for some overnight camping has been relief. My old Kelty Zen 2 person tent has been fine, although it's klunky, showing it's age, and I know replacing it is on the horizon. Until last year, I assumed it would be with an updated tent, but I am very intrigued now with the idea of a hammock. Specifically some of the claims regarding comfort. I'm not a particularly good sleeper anyway, so camping is generally a night of tossing and turning in my bag. I'm curious if this is familiar to anyone here? If so, has a hammock made any difference? My current set up is either a thermarest inflatable or Z foam pad, with a down mummy style bag. Would my pads still work in a hammock for insulation, or do you have to use some sort of hanging insulator? So far the ENO seems to be a front runner just on popularity. But then theres tarps, netting, straps, etc that appear to get added on often too. Aside from some random netted hammocks, I have little experience with them, and certainly no overnight use. I've considered trying to find one used and try it bare bones just to see if I could even nap in it. Or maybe take it along while camping with my wife and daughter? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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: sf-la coast tour thoughts and preparation
Drew: Re: Anne's comment: There's an oil spill at Refugio State Beach, north of Santa Barbara. You have an option to go inland there. Do so. The campgrounds along the coast are closed anyway because of the spill. As of today, they are estimating weeks to months for the cleanup so likely the campgrounds will remain closed. In BPC this is the Santa Ynez Valley Alternate. San Marcos Pass gets lots of high speed traffic BUT there is an old road roughly paralleling SR 154. BPC says at mile 36.5 start 4 mile climb. Before that, on the left side of the highway look for Paradise Rd or a sign to Paradise. Take this, keeping the main highway in sight on your right (there are a couple of forks). This road crosses under the main highway where it is up on a very tall bridge and continues up to the Cold Spring Tavern and eventually rejoins SR 154 at the summit. It has steeper sections but is lightly trafficked and more scenic. After you re-join SR 154, it's all downhill to Santa Barbara. A couple of miles down from the pass, on your right is Old San Marcos Pass Rd, another lightly trafficked alternate that ends at Cathedral Oaks Rd. Turn left (east) on Cathedral Oaks, the right (south) on Turnpike Rd (at Tucker's Grove park). After Turnpike crosses the 101 freeway RR tracks, turn left on Hollister (near San Marcos HS) to re-join the BPC route. dougP On Thursday, May 21, 2015 at 11:55:19 AM UTC-7, drew wrote: so ill be riding from SF-LA in a couple of weeks. this will be my first tour lasting more than a few days, so i wanted to put my plans out there and see if there is anything i should reconsider or any glaring holes im missing, or anything i still need to buy, while there is time. i've blocked out 8 days. gonna try to camp only. im mostly following bicycling the pacific coast, but if there are preferable route options, i'd be interested in those too. i know people do this without any preparation, but i have some time, and i like thinking about it. taking my hunqapillar with a carradice camper, acorn tool roll, jandd mini mountain panniers on the front, and a basket that i'm trying to leave open for food and incedentals along the way, maybe with a soft sided cooler. *rear rack/camper bag* tent sleeping bag/pad alcohol stove (considering bringing my biolite stove for the charging capability, but it's pretty heavy) bowl/utensils/matches/cooking stuff lock towel camera *tools/maintenance * 2 tubes, levers and patch kit multi tool crescent wrench pump *front panniers * 5 t-shirts overshirt 2 musa or musa-like pants 2 shorts underwear/socks rain jacket packable down jacket sandals toiletries chargers/ipod nano i put this list together, and it is basically the same as my s24o list, but with more clothes. im especially interested in what things beside clothes, i should be adding for a longer trip. also interested in what people do for security while going through cities with a lot of stuff strapped to their bikes. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To 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.
