[RBW] Re: A. Homer Hilsen Photo Thread
silly typos. What I get for trying to squeeze in a post between clients! *resplendent. *Fabs Abs On Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 3:20:43 PM UTC-7 Ethan K wrote: > Here's a couple of pics of Amelia Homer Hilsen, respendlant in Datsun > Butternut, accesorized with Ron's Bikes Abs Fabs bar bag. > --Eitan (in Marina Del Rey) > > [image: Homer beach.jpeg] > > > [image: homer 3:4.jpeg] > On Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 6:51:28 AM UTC-7 Paul in Dallas wrote: > >> I'll post for my good friend Luis as he rarely has time to read this list. >> >> We regularly ride together, he on his Homer and me on my Sam. >> >> He's had his Homer 4 or 5 years, I forget. >> >> I do still remember how excited we both were when we unboxed the frame >> and began assembly in my driveway. >> >> He often tells me it's his favorite bike and he's tweaked it to >> perfection or at least near perfection. >> >> We are always tweaking our bikes trying different handlebars, shifters, >> grips, gearing combinations, etc, just because we can and enjoy doing so. >> >> Here are a few of his pics. >> >> Paul in Dallas on behalf of Luis Garcia >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/c93fd1fe-95b7-48bf-9043-d50d3033f7fan%40googlegroups.com.
[RBW] Re: FS: "Confetti Bosco" bars (new) and Teravail Rutland 27.5 x 2.1 (new)
still available. On Wednesday, February 14, 2024 at 5:47:40 PM UTC-8 Ethan K wrote: > Hi all, selling a couple of things I don't foresee using anytime soon. > These are available for local pickup from Los Angeles 90292, or shipping > at cost. > --Eitan > > Fist up is a Rivendell one-off I bought a few months ago: Bosco Bars with > unique "confetti" bar tape. These are 58cm, and are mounted on a 10cm > Tallux stem.This was an impulse buy for my Cheviot, but the autumnal > palette of the bars doesn't really suit the bike. The bars have never been > mounted, and are in the same condition as I received from Rivendell. There > is some amber shellac staining on the bars that I have been assured will > come off with rubbing alcohol ( or would be covered up by grips). You can > see full details of the bars and their creation here: > > https://www.rivbike.com/blogs/news/fwncb > > $175 for the bar/stem + shipping > > [image: IMG_3265.jpeg] > > [image: IMG_3266.jpeg] > Next is a set of Teravail Rutland tires, in the "Light and Supple" casing, > 27.5 x 2.1" size. $100 for the set > > [image: Terrevail tires.jpeg] > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/b2158146-388f-4ccc-82c4-a9233450347bn%40googlegroups.com.
[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto Noodle 46cm, Technomic 26.0 x80
Bars are sold. Thanks everyone. On Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at 4:09:18 PM UTC-7 Ethan K wrote: > Stem is pending. Bars still available. > > On Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at 2:05:38 PM UTC-7 Ethan K wrote: > >> These were on my original Homer build, but didn't quite fit (bars too >> wide, stem too long). They were mounted on the bike for maybe a month, >> probably 5 rides at most (since the bike wasn't very comfortable for me). >> Both are in excellent condition. Prices do not include shipping. Local >> pickup from 90292 is welcome. >> --Eitan >> >> $80 for the handlebars >> $50 for the stem >> $120 if purchased together. >> >> [image: IMG_3677.jpeg] >> >> [image: IMG_3676.jpeg] >> > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/32746a40-cc9e-445b-8d5c-e04362b5b402n%40googlegroups.com.
[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto Noodle 46cm, Technomic 26.0 x80
stem is sold. Bars still available. On Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at 4:09:18 PM UTC-7 Ethan K wrote: > Stem is pending. Bars still available. > > On Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at 2:05:38 PM UTC-7 Ethan K wrote: > >> These were on my original Homer build, but didn't quite fit (bars too >> wide, stem too long). They were mounted on the bike for maybe a month, >> probably 5 rides at most (since the bike wasn't very comfortable for me). >> Both are in excellent condition. Prices do not include shipping. Local >> pickup from 90292 is welcome. >> --Eitan >> >> $80 for the handlebars >> $50 for the stem >> $120 if purchased together. >> >> [image: IMG_3677.jpeg] >> >> [image: IMG_3676.jpeg] >> > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/df7b09f7-609e-4ebc-896f-07b91501f2f1n%40googlegroups.com.
[RBW] Re: TPU inner tubes - Anyone using them?
I got mine from Aliexpress for a few bucks each, "ridenow" brand. Haven't mounted them yet, but they get great reviews and are available in a few different weights. My understanding is that only the ultra-lightweight versions are disc-only. --Eitan in Marina del Rey On Friday, April 19, 2024 at 7:41:36 PM UTC-7 Steve wrote: > Last evening I mounted a pair of WTB TPU inner tubes under 700c x 48mm > knobby RH tires. I was pleasantly surprised by how easily they mounted up > with just enough inflation to plump them a bit. Easier than any butyl tubes > I've ever used. > > Today I took the bike out on my usual graveled forest service road route, > bleeding the front end down from 27 to 25 psi about 1/2 into the ride My > first impression is that they compare favorably to the ride feel of a > tubeless setup. > > Before I sip the kool aid and start buying more of these things - given > the cost - I'm wondering if anyone has had long term experience with them > (not necessarily the WTB version). Any punctures, did they patch > satisfactorily? Longevity? Your impressions of the quality? > > I'll add that they dropped about 200 grams of ugly fat from the wheels - > but that wasn't my main objective. > > Steve > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/654c9bd9-9dbd-4c3b-a510-6d46c595cdb3n%40googlegroups.com.
[RBW] Re: FS: Nitto Noodle 46cm, Technomic 26.0 x80
Stem is pending. Bars still available. On Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at 2:05:38 PM UTC-7 Ethan K wrote: > These were on my original Homer build, but didn't quite fit (bars too > wide, stem too long). They were mounted on the bike for maybe a month, > probably 5 rides at most (since the bike wasn't very comfortable for me). > Both are in excellent condition. Prices do not include shipping. Local > pickup from 90292 is welcome. > --Eitan > > $80 for the handlebars > $50 for the stem > $120 if purchased together. > > [image: IMG_3677.jpeg] > > [image: IMG_3676.jpeg] > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/fd3da562-2ed7-452e-987d-faa77e8518b5n%40googlegroups.com.
Re: [RBW] Re: (re-introducing) Amelia Homer Hilsen
Thanks. I'm pleased with the bar tape choice as well. The Paul Racers are great, though I think their industrial look is somewhat at odds with the rest of the bike; They are one of the few choices I made with the bike that I sometimes second-guress: wonder if I should have saved some $$ and gone with the more classic-looking Tektros--but you can't argue the performance. I think olive would be a good color choice. WIsh there were some sort of configurator, like with cars, where you could get a better sense of the final outcome. --Eitan in MdR On Monday, March 18, 2024 at 9:12:10 AM UTC-7 Donzaemon wrote: > Your build came out very close to the build I'm working on--I think we > have the same levers, brakes, saddle, and wheels. Great choice on the bar > tape. I'm debating between that and the Blue Lug acrylic cloth tape in > olive, which I already have in possession. > > Well done! > > On Sunday, March 17, 2024 at 2:09:49 PM UTC-7 Keith P. wrote: > >> Eitan, >> >> It looks like a delicious caramel. Love it. >> >> I’m in Mar Vista. Let’s go for a ride! >> >> - Keith >> >> On Mar 17, 2024, at 10:04 AM, Ethan K wrote: >> >> Hi Seam, bars are wrapped with Brooks microfiber tape, (manufactured by >> Fizik, I believe). Foe me at least, the right balance of squish, grip, >> weather resistance, and aesthetic complement to a leather saddle. While I >> liked the look of the laquered Newbaum's, as supplied by Riv, in practice I >> found it a little scratchy and hard. >> >> --Eitan >> >> On Sunday, March 17, 2024 at 7:46:32 AM UTC-7 John Rinker wrote: >> >>> Ha! 'Women, cats, or felonies'. Good one! Also, very beautiful bicycle. >>> Enjoy the ride! >>> >>> Cheers, John >>> >>> On Sunday, March 17, 2024 at 6:51:51 AM UTC-7 SeanMac wrote: >>> >>>> What a beautiful bike. Glad it is working better for you. Looks like >>>> you had a great ride destination! >>>> >>>> What do you have those bars wrapped with? >>>> >>>> Sean >>>> EA, NY >>>> >>>> On Sunday, March 17, 2024 at 1:06:52 AM UTC-4 eitanz...@gmail.com >>>> wrote: >>>> >>>>> Thanks to everyone's suggestions for shortening the reach on my new >>>>> A(melia) Homer Hilsen. >>>>> >>>>> The 26mm diameter and silver finish requirements limited handlebar >>>>> choices considerably, but I ended up going with Liz' suggestion for Soma >>>>> Highway One bars, paired with 10mm shorter quill. The bike fits SO MUCH >>>>> better now. Rode for almost 4 hours yesterday with nary a shoulder, >>>>> neck, >>>>> nor arm twinge. >>>>> >>>>> ** Why Amelia? >>>>> 1) The "A" has to stand for something. >>>>> 2) I've always been fond of the name, but S.O. nixed it from the baby >>>>> name list--a diagreement mooted when she gave birth to a son. >>>>> 3) I always felt that bicycles, like ships, should be named after >>>>> women, cats, or felonies. >>>>> >>>>> Wish the pic could capture Amelia's subtle but elegant butternut >>>>> sparkle: >>>>> [image: IMG_3578 (2).jpeg] >>>>> >>>>> New bars a much better fit for my body. However, I hadn't realized how >>>>> much longer the drop part of the bar would be than on the now-replaced >>>>> Noodle, or maybe it's the shorter stem, or maybe both, but my knees will >>>>> sometimes graze shifters when popping up out of a seated position. >>>>> [image: IMG_3581 (2).jpeg] >>>>> >>>>> [image: IMG_3582 (2).jpeg] >>>>> >>>>> --Eitan in Marina Del Rey >>>>> >>>>> -- >> You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups >> "RBW Owners Bunch" group. >> To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an >> email to rbw-owners-bun...@googlegroups.com. >> To view this discussion on the web visit >> https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/9d2e20cc-d106-488b-91c2-8653266637cen%40googlegroups.com >> >> <https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/9d2e20cc-d106-488b-91c2-8653266637cen%40googlegroups.com?utm_medium=email_source=footer> >> . >> >> -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/115d74ed-3576-4115-8402-97d23701db80n%40googlegroups.com.
[RBW] Re: (re-introducing) Amelia Homer Hilsen
Hi Seam, bars are wrapped with Brooks microfiber tape, (manufactured by Fizik, I believe). Foe me at least, the right balance of squish, grip, weather resistance, and aesthetic complement to a leather saddle. While I liked the look of the laquered Newbaum's, as supplied by Riv, in practice I found it a little scratchy and hard. --Eitan On Sunday, March 17, 2024 at 7:46:32 AM UTC-7 John Rinker wrote: > Ha! 'Women, cats, or felonies'. Good one! Also, very beautiful bicycle. > Enjoy the ride! > > Cheers, John > > On Sunday, March 17, 2024 at 6:51:51 AM UTC-7 SeanMac wrote: > >> What a beautiful bike. Glad it is working better for you. Looks like >> you had a great ride destination! >> >> What do you have those bars wrapped with? >> >> Sean >> EA, NY >> >> On Sunday, March 17, 2024 at 1:06:52 AM UTC-4 eitanz...@gmail.com wrote: >> >>> Thanks to everyone's suggestions for shortening the reach on my new >>> A(melia) Homer Hilsen. >>> >>> The 26mm diameter and silver finish requirements limited handlebar >>> choices considerably, but I ended up going with Liz' suggestion for Soma >>> Highway One bars, paired with 10mm shorter quill. The bike fits SO MUCH >>> better now. Rode for almost 4 hours yesterday with nary a shoulder, neck, >>> nor arm twinge. >>> >>> ** Why Amelia? >>> 1) The "A" has to stand for something. >>> 2) I've always been fond of the name, but S.O. nixed it from the baby >>> name list--a diagreement mooted when she gave birth to a son. >>> 3) I always felt that bicycles, like ships, should be named after women, >>> cats, or felonies. >>> >>> Wish the pic could capture Amelia's subtle but elegant butternut sparkle: >>> [image: IMG_3578 (2).jpeg] >>> >>> New bars a much better fit for my body. However, I hadn't realized how >>> much longer the drop part of the bar would be than on the now-replaced >>> Noodle, or maybe it's the shorter stem, or maybe both, but my knees will >>> sometimes graze shifters when popping up out of a seated position. >>> [image: IMG_3581 (2).jpeg] >>> >>> [image: IMG_3582 (2).jpeg] >>> >>> --Eitan in Marina Del Rey >>> >>> -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/9d2e20cc-d106-488b-91c2-8653266637cen%40googlegroups.com.
Re: [RBW] Re: Intro post, pics of my RIvs, and a Homer fit question
You guys have given me multiple good handlebar suggestions! I think I will rule out the Specialized bars though, as they seem to come in black only. That's fine for the Breezer but for this bike, I really want silver. Looks like both the Ritchey Venturemax and VO Randonneur are both 31.8mm only. The Soma Highway One is available in 26mm--so by process of elimination may be the winner... --Eitan Los Angeles On Saturday, February 10, 2024 at 2:18:22 PM UTC-8 Elisabeth Sherwood wrote: > Oh, btw, for those who need to find something with absolutely the shortest > reach possible (and are okay with black handlebars and a 31.8mm handlebar > clamp), Specialized "Short Reach" bars have a 65mm reach! (And the rest of > the lovely shape as the Hover and Shallow Bend handlebars...) They only > come in 36cm, 38cm, and 40cm widths (which probably works fine for most > people who need ridiculously short-reach bars!) > > > https://www.specialized.com/us/en/short-reach-handlebars/p/156040?color=230922-156040 > > Cheers! > > Liz > Washington DC > > > > On Saturday, February 10, 2024 at 5:13:57 PM UTC-5 Elisabeth Sherwood > wrote: > >> I second Patrick's thoughts on the saddle position -- don't adjust for >> reach using the saddle position! Rather, get the saddle where you want it >> and then figure out how to get the bars in the right position. >> >> But, re. the Specialized Hover bars, don't forget that they feature 15mm >> of rise, while Eitan is finding that his handlebars are already too high! >> >> The Specialized Expert Alloy Shallow Bend bar features the same shape and >> 75mm reach of the Hover, but without the rise... But it remains less than >> ideal on a Riv because it's available only in black and with a 31.8mm clamp >> diameter. >> >> For that reason, I always return to the Soma Highway One handlebar! >> Available in silver, and in 26.0mm clamp diameters! (Same 75mm reach as the >> Specialized bars...) >> >> Liz >> Washington, DC >> >> >> >> On Saturday, February 10, 2024 at 2:27:41 PM UTC-5 Patrick Moore wrote: >> >>> Ethan: Two suggestions: >>> >>> 1. Don't use saddle adjustment to adjust your bar. Get your saddle where >>> it should be for greatest comfort and pedaling efficiency -- saddle height >>> and setback in relation to the bottom bracket or crank axle is where I >>> start my setup -- and then determine from saddle position where your bar >>> should be, and choose stem and bar to suit. >>> >>> 2. For the ultimate in shortness and shallowness in a drop bar >>> (narrowness too, it seems), take a look at the Specialized Hover bar: >>> https://www.specialized.com/us/en/hover-expert-alloy-handlebars--15mm-rise/p/156001?color=230548-156001 >>> >>> It's ugly but it has essentially no ramps because the reach is so short >>> and it has a very shallow drop *with* a 15 mm rise at the stem clamp. I >>> used one of these on my erstwhile Medium 2012 Monocog (gave it to a friend) >>> to get a drop bar more or less comfortable on a frame with (by my road >>> standard) an immensely too long top tube (59.6 cm versus my preferred 56 or >>> 57 cm). I tried it with several stems (expensive even with generic MVS or >>> whatever they were stems), going from 17* 9 cm to 30 or 35* 7 cm. Still a >>> wee bit far but much, much better. I went thru this bar and stem contortion >>> because even a Hover bar (mine was 44 cm) a cm or 2 too far away was better >>> than any non-drop bar I could find. >>> >>> >>> On Thursday, February 8, 2024 at 8:14:49 PM UTC-5 Ethan K wrote: >>> ... I already have the seat forward on the rails, btw. I will swap the >>> stem this weekend and see how that goes. Next would be handlebars, going >>> shorter reach and also narrower. (sounds like I shouldn't be afraid of >>> going even shorter.) I'm currently running a 46cm Noodle, which feels wide >>> in addition to long. When I swapped bars on the Breezer, I went with >>> shorter AND narrower, going from 44-42, and both of those changes helped a >>> lot. >>> >> -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/1ffec67c-0725-42c2-a69d-3555e9607354n%40googlegroups.com.
[RBW] Re: Intro post, pics of my RIvs, and a Homer fit question
Hi all, thank you so much for the replies. To answer some questions and provide additional info: Joe you are correct: 55 Cheviot, 54.5 Homer. I had thought about getting a purple Apaloosa when they went on sale last year, but after talking to Rivendell, realized that the Homer was a better fit for my use case. Once I saw they were offering the butternut/mustard/classic Datsun color, I was in. It's tough picking a size without getting a chance to try the bikes first, so I utilized the PBH sizing Riv recommends--but I do think the frame is a bit large, all things considered. Standover does work for me, so I'm hopeful I can get it to work. I already have the seat forward on the rails, btw. I will swap the stem this weekend and see how that goes. Next would be handlebars, going shorter reach and also narrower. (sounds like I shouldn't be afraid of going even shorter.) I'm currently running a 46cm Noodle, which feels wide in addition to long. When I swapped bars on the Breezer, I went with shorter AND narrower, going from 44-42, and both of those changes helped a lot. . Oh, and Chris, thanks for reminding me about handlebar diameter. I forgot about the different standards. I think between bar and stem, I can make it work for me. This bike is beautiful (way more than my pic), and I put a lot of thought into the build. In retrospect, I would have gotten the bike fit first, with the Breezer, to get all the #s I need. Also, thank you Liz for the detailed fit info and the suggestion regarding quill/threadless adapters for the bike fit. I was wondering how that would work. --Eitan On Thursday, February 8, 2024 at 9:21:47 AM UTC-8 maxcr wrote: > Agreed, I used to run a 30mm extension (w)right stem from Analog Cycles > paired with a short reach SimWorks Co-Misirlou Bar on my 61 Toyo AHH. I > think a shorter 5cm or even 30mm extension stem will do the trick if you're > set on dropbars > Max > > On Thursday, February 8, 2024 at 11:18:41 AM UTC-5 four...@gmail.com > wrote: > >> so I have a first gen Homer with drop bars and I totally get your point >> on reach, they do seem to be long bikes.. at least with drop bars fitted. >> Plus, I firmly believe the Riv folks tend to skew to putting folks a bike >> one size too large for them (at least in my experience).. >> >> What I did was get the Velo Orange quill stem with removable faceplate. >> This stem allows you to use 31.8 bars (or smaller with shims) and opens up >> a TON more bar options than a traditional quill stem with the smaller >> diameters. I'm currently using Salsa Cowbell bars as they have a shorter >> reach and shorter drop that I MUCH prefer over something like a Noodle.. >> another point is the wider the bars, the longer the reach will feel.. >> >> Chris in Sonoma County >> >> On Thursday, February 8, 2024 at 7:31:28 AM UTC-8 ian m wrote: >> >>> If the standover height is acceptable, then I would argue the larger >>> frame is going to lead to a better fit. I have a hard time with just the >>> raw data which is why I like using bike insights. Comparing the 54.5 and 51 >>> Homers, we can see a few important points: the stack is much higher meaning >>> the bars are already starting higher. Even with an effective top tube >>> increase of 15mm, the reach is only 1mm more on the 54.5. Easily mitigated >>> with a stem. Seat is going to land on the same axis with either size, so >>> fit should be very similar with less seatpost and stem showing. >>> >>> On Thursday, February 8, 2024 at 9:20:54 AM UTC-5 Joe Bernard wrote: >>> I don't know your frame sizes so I'll do some wild guessing based on photos: I believe you have a 55cm Cheviot and a 54.5 Homer. If this is accurate the effective toptube numbers should be about the same and you're happy with the pullback bars on the Chev. Conclusion: the Homer may be a bit big for you, which is why the reach to drops is too long. I agree with Riv that a 7cm stem should help but I'm concerned that you'll still find the Homer kinda big-ish. Joe Bernard, who fits a 55 Chev with pullbacks and would need a 51 Homer for drops On Wednesday, February 7, 2024 at 7:34:08 PM UTC-8 Joe Bernard wrote: > What are the sizes of your Riv frames? > > On Wednesday, February 7, 2024 at 4:06:31 PM UTC-8 eitanz...@gmail.com > wrote: > >> Thanks Bill, I don't have my bike fit completey figure out yet. I >> used to bike a lot more 20 years ago (mountain biking) and have recently >> gotten back into riding. To your point, I am hoping to get a >> professional >> bike fit sometime in the near future. (Nate Loyal seems well-recommended >> and reviewed.) Not cheap but likely one of the best bang for the buck >> bike >> "upgrades." When I mention "endurance," I am referring more to "road >> bike >> with more relaxed geometry than a race bike," than
[RBW] Re: Intro post, pics of my RIvs, and a Homer fit question
Thanks Bill, I don't have my bike fit completey figure out yet. I used to bike a lot more 20 years ago (mountain biking) and have recently gotten back into riding. To your point, I am hoping to get a professional bike fit sometime in the near future. (Nate Loyal seems well-recommended and reviewed.) Not cheap but likely one of the best bang for the buck bike "upgrades." When I mention "endurance," I am referring more to "road bike with more relaxed geometry than a race bike," than endurance athletics per se. I am in decent shape but would like to be able to work up to day-long rides, which will require some work on aerobic endurance as well as adjustments to bike and rider. Currently I am significantly less comfortable on the Homer than on the drop-bar Breezer Doppler Pro I have. I was too stretched on that one until I switched out the bars. The bars I am thinking of for the Homer are the Velo Orange Rando bars, which have about a 10mm shorter reach than the Noodle, and will accomodate bar ends. On Wednesday, February 7, 2024 at 2:42:05 PM UTC-8 Bill Lindsay wrote: > Here are a few thoughts: > > People who know exactly what works for them figure it out over a long time > with lots of bikes, and have a set of numbers in their pocket so they can > know before buying whether a particular will set up correctly for them. It > sounds like you don't have that all figured out for yourself. Is that a > reasonable assumption? > > People who don't have their fit completely figured out for themselves are > usually well advised to get a fitting from an experienced fitter who > understands the target use-case. Can you find such a person? Have you had > anybody who knows about such things look at you while you are riding? > > This is intended for an endurance/all-road use case. Are you currently an > endurance athlete? Or do you aspire to be an endurance athlete? Do you > want the bike to fit the body you have, or the body you intend to have? > > Those are my thoughts. Best of luck > > Bill Lindsay > El Cerrito, CA > > On Wednesday, February 7, 2024 at 1:20:53 PM UTC-8 eitanz...@gmail.com > wrote: > >> Hi all, wanted to introduce myself and my bikes. Over the last six months >> I went from zero to two Rivendells, and joined this group--though this is >> my first post: First up, a Cheviot, picked up secondhand, as my city bike. >> Previous owner built this up swanky: Son, XTR,, Pacenti, Paul, XT, etc. . >> added the front and rear racks. I also picked up a Riv Happisack, which >> alternates with the YEPP mount. Apologies for the distinctly un-glamorous >> garage pic: >> >> >> [image: IMG_2009.jpeg] >> >> I love this bike. It is exceedingly comfortable and beautiful. >> >> Last month I took delivery of a Homer, which I had built up to be a >> zippy road bike with a classic look: 9 speed friction shifting using the >> Dia Compe shifters to XT derailleur, Rene Herse crankset, Paul brakes, the >> TRP drilled brake levers, with Velocity Quill rims on Deore hubs. >> >> [image: IMG_2739.jpeg] >> >> >> >> >> >> That said, as beautiful as this bike is, I haven't been able to get >> comfortable on it. I am too stretched out. I have tried raising the bars a >> bit from these pics, but fundamentally I think the reach is too long. I >> gave my height/PBH to Antonio at Rivendell, and they set the bike up with >> an 80mm stem. I have ordered a 70mm version of the stem, though I'm >> concerned that's getting pretty short. Next step if that's not enough is >> try a shorter-reach handlebar, in a narrower size. If that doesn't work I >> fear I will need to sell the bike. I could replace the drops with upright >> bars, but I already have the Cheviot and specifically wanted a drop-bar >> endurance/all-roadish bike. >> >> I get the need to raise the bars, but I don't want a situation where the >> bars are 5" above the saddle. >> >> Any thoughts on other ways to get this bike to fit better? >> >> Thanks! >> --Eitan (in Los Angeles) >> > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/rbw-owners-bunch/5fc6258a-8c3d-4277-9425-42c5af89abd3n%40googlegroups.com.
[RBW] Re: WTB: Right Silver Shifter or Pair
Thanks for everyone's help. Unfortunately I am still on the market for Silver Shifters Levers a pair or a single lever. -Ethan Oakland, CA On Wednesday, June 22, 2016 at 7:29:06 PM UTC-7, Ethan Guy wrote: > > Last weekend before a very beautiful loop ride along some coastal > mountains, I was getting my bike in order. I was tightening my bar-end > shifters (which had come loose). As I was taking off the levers to reach > the expansion bolt, The right shifter "blew-up" or I was just clumsy and > knocked them loose. Long story short the spring and lock power ratcheting > mechanism on my right Silver Shifter (photo attached) fell out somewhere in > my garage/makeshift bike shop. I have ripped my garage apart looking for > the small parts but to no avail, and alas I come asking for any advice or > if someone is willing to sell just the right shifter or a pair. > > Also, attached is a screenshot from Riv showing what the mechanism should > look like if you are not an idiot and take apart the part you are not > supposed to take apart. > > Let me know if you can help! > > Thanks, > Ethan > Oakland, CA > > P.S. I still did the ride but with an malfunctioning shifter...here is the > ride for anyone interested: http://bestrides.org/half-moon-bay-loop/ > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: quieting the Shopsack
You could also get some heat shrink tubing and put that on the hooks. But I feel like that might be needlessly labor intensive. Just might look a little nicer than some other options. On Jul 26, 12:35 am, Oliver S. os...@pdx.edu wrote: The medium Sackville Shopsack in the Wald basket has been wonderful. Keeps things dry, easy to detach and bring into the store, nice looking, easy to open and close, canvas feels nice, etc. But sometimes the rattle from the dog leash hooks bothers me. I was wondering if anyone was using any clever methods to reduce the rattle. Figuring that some old tubes or cloth tape would work. Any other ideas? Thanks, Oliver Smith -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Cool, transportation-oriented bike shops in Boston?
2nded. I was a JP native for 10 years and this place was always my go- to for commuting needs. Harris and Broadway are also both great shops in my opinion. Ethan On May 31, 11:12 pm, Lisa ukulele.l...@mac.com wrote: Don't overlook Bikes Not Bombs in Jamaica Plain. Their bike shop is a great place for reconditioned vintage bikes, new Surlys, and Riv-style accessories. You may be interested in volunteering for their humanitarian projects as well. -- Lisa On May 31, 6:09 pm, Earl Grey earlg...@gmail.com wrote: Of course, how could I forget Harris Cyclery? I may skip Indy Fab, as I am currently selling my Planet X and don't need another IF. :) Also stopping at ANT bicycles on the way into town. Broadway Bicycle School sounds great. Thanks for the tips. Gernot On May 30, 8:52 pm, Will wpm...@gmail.com wrote: Fourth for Harris Cyclery. And you can get there from Boston South Station via commuter rail (Harris is just a few blocks from the W. Newton station;http://www.mbta.com/schedules_and_maps/rail). On May 30, 7:41 am, Bill Spencer wjbon...@comcast.net wrote: There is always Independent Fabrication in Somerville. Not really a bike shop per se but cool none the less. On May 29, 10:29 pm, Earl Grey earlg...@gmail.com wrote: Heading there in a couple of days. Know about ANT, but they are quite far out of town now (Holliston). Are there any cool shops in Boston/ Cambridge/Somerville worth checking out? Thanks, Gernot -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Guess I don't get down to the basement much
Scott, I think you may have found the --I thought un-attainable-- point at which you have too many bikes. I never thought I would say that to anyone. Ethan On Apr 21, 3:13 am, Me clotht...@gmail.com wrote: ...just walked down into our basement to get a tool, looked over to my right and was curious what was in one of our many boxes from our various relocations in the past 3 years [first, from the NYC area to Minnesota, and then, now, to Portland, OR]. Ha, completely forgot I have a brand new, totally un-built Rivendell 'Bleriot' frameset with all the parts sitting in a box. Some nice parts too: lugged stem, Noodles, Paul 'Racer' brakes, TA rings and a beautiful daVinci crankset... all sitting in there, all new and unopened. Box next to it, a brand new wheelset of Velocity 650B 'Synergy' rims, laced to a SON hub for the front and for the rear, a Chris King cassette hub. Me thinks I am going to finally build this thing up and try out the whole 650B thang. **no wonder my wife continually reminds me I am an idiot** -Scott -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Diagonapillar
I'm with Thomas on this one. I own a 66 CM Atlantis and frankly find it to be a bit flexy when loaded. A double TT would help this I'm sure but I really like the idea of the mid-head to mid-seat tube bisecting that big empty space in the middle of the frame that often makes larger frames seem kind of gangly and awkward (I had enough of that in my teens don't need to be revisiting that period of my life). I think the diagonal 2TT does a more attractive job of this than the parallel 2tt. Unfortunately there is no way I can afford a Hunqapillar unless I sell my Atlantis... :-/ Anybody in the market for a 66CM Atlantis? Ethan On Apr 5, 12:12 pm, Allingham II, Thomas J thomas.alling...@skadden.com wrote: I don't post very often (Jim pointed out there's an endless footer attached to my messages when I do!), but let me offer the opinion of an Atlantis and Bombadil owner (which means that I ain't buying one no matter what the decision is): I think the diagonal 2tt (the Campeur approach) is extremely attractive, AND cool, AND very likely highly, highly functional. For those who agree with the first two judgments (and there will obviously be disagreements), it is a grand slam home run. -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of happyriding Sent: Monday, April 05, 2010 12:04 PM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] Re: Diagonapillar Just an opinion, and not meant to insult anyone...but that is the ugliest bike I've ever seen. Sorry. Just one opinion. I suspect one reason Rivendell might like to do the diagonal 2tt is marketing: it helps differentiate the Hunaqpillar from the Bombadil-- even if it doesn't improve on it. But if Rivendell's goal is to actually sell some frames, then I think a diagonal 2tt will be a tough sell. But then I thought the Bomadil would be a tough sell, too. Also, unless Rivendell does some testing on the strength differences (do they even have the capability?), I think that using a diagonal 2tt would be a rash decision. As for people like EricP, this new diagonal 2tt idea seems contrary to everything Rivendell said during the pre-order period: 1) Trust us 2) July delivery a good possibility 3) Only minor tweaks I imagine Rivendell would be willing to return deposits--but that won't cure the disappointment. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group athttp://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- To ensure compliance with Treasury Department regulations, we advise you that, unless otherwise expressly indicated, any federal tax advice contained in this message was not intended or written to be used, and cannot be used, for the purpose of (i) avoiding tax-related penalties under the Internal Revenue Code or applicable state or local tax law provisions or (ii) promoting, marketing or recommending to another party any tax-related matters addressed herein. This email (and any attachments thereto) is intended only for use by the addressee(s) named herein and may contain legally privileged and/or confidential information. If you are not the intended recipient of this email, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this email (and any attachments thereto) is strictly prohibited. If you receive this email in error please immediately notify me at (212) 735-3000 and permanently delete the original email (and any copy of any email) and any printout thereof. Further information about the firm, a list of the Partners and their professional qualifications will be provided upon request. == -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: google maps
it is a VERY new feature and in Beta. A) Did you select bicycling as the mode of travel from the drop down menu? B) If you did and it gave you that result you should click the report a problem link and report the issue. Personally... it gave me what looks to be a reasonable route from my home in central Massachusetts to work in Boston (not a commute I plan to make often at 32 miles but good to do once in a while). Looking forward to it! Ethan On Mar 12, 8:43 am, GeorgeS chobur...@gmail.com wrote: To try out the new feature, I asked for a bike route from New Orleans to Hammond which is on the North side of Lake Ponchartrain. It routed me across the lake on the causeway which is an elevated, divided lane highway with a 65mph speed limit. There is no bike lane and bicycles are not allowed on the causeway. Hmmm. GeorgeS On Mar 11, 10:55 pm, Dave Minyard salukiri...@gmail.com wrote: Hi all, Google maps has a new feature still in beta...it will give directions for bicycling. I haven't messed with it much but seems like a good idea if it works well. I did check it against a ride that I like to do and it was real close to how I prefer. Check it out. Dave Minyard Santa Maria, Ca. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Cleaning a Winter Drivetrain
As others have said it depends on the conditions. I personally won't ride my Riv in New England until the spring rains have washed away most of the salt as that stuff will simply eat a steel frame, and corrode the hell out of everything else. I have a beater mountain bike that I used to commute on during the winter. But right now I have a mixed mode commute and use a Bike Friday folder so I can take it on public transit as needed. In terms of lube, something that'll stay on your drivetrain. How often? As often as possible. You really want to get the grit and more importantly the salt off the bike ASAP. I have a friend who would truck his bike into his shower and just rinse it down every time he got home (he was riding @15 miles each way year round at the time so there was a LOT of muck on the bike). Enjoy! Ethan On Jan 30, 8:44 pm, Mark Hall onmybikem...@gmail.com wrote: Got me 63 AHH all fendered up and out on the wet and dirty roads now. First time I have ever really done much winter riding. Need some recommendations about how often and best method to keep the bike - drivetrain, derailleurs, etc - clean. Been thoroughly enjoying riding in the wet and with dark clouds above. mark -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Hunqapillar da name
Beat me too it... On Jan 26, 10:57 pm, Leslie leslie.bri...@gmail.com wrote: No, name the cargo bike BILL, after the pony Butterbur got from Ferny... :) On Jan 26, 10:52 pm, Bill Connell bconn...@gmail.com wrote: Maybe when Rivendell makes a cargo bike it'll be named Grond. Bill -- Bill Connell St. Paul, MN -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Hunqapillar da name
For what it's worth I like it. Kind of a lot. Besides Oliphant doesn't have the same ring to it. On Jan 26, 12:22 am, Grant Petersen gr...@rivbike.com wrote: brustow says: Nice try..but it's a dumb ass name Is Grant directly poking at those who deride steel as too slow, heavy and old fashioned? Grant (that's me) says: Nope, there's no deepness to the name, and that wouldn't be a direct, anyway. Not digging the name---I get that. It's not suave or clever or classic. But Hunqapillar sounds friendly and distinctive to me, and it's not likely to blend in with other bike brand names. It seems perfect for the wooly mammoth, too. Atlantis, Rambouillet, Romulus, Saluki, A. Homer Hilsen, Bombadil, Roadeo, Glorius, Wilbury, Betty Foy, Yves Gomez, Sam Hillborne, and HUNQAPILLAR. See? Fits right in! G -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: this oughta be a motto for this group
N+1 where N=the number of bikes you currently own. By the 7 make it 9 theory I barely qualify as a cyclist with merely 4 bicycles. Ethan On Jan 19, 12:59 am, Big Paulie pauldgr...@yahoo.com wrote: How about simply, Seven? Make it nine. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Haiti donations
Here's a Salon article about how to quickly and easily make some small but meaningful donations. http://www.salon.com/news/feature/2010/01/13/three_ways_to_help_haiti_immediately/index.html Ethan On Jan 15, 12:10 am, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote: I saw that this morning, very cool. VO is doing the same. I didn't purchase anything from Riv but did make a donation to Doctors Without Borders. It's great that Grant can post about how things are tight financially for them and then in his next post do something like this. --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: East Coast Riv
I'd be happy to as well. But I'm in Massachusetts. Which means there is relatively easy access to a few Rivs at Harris Cyclery. That being said I have a Riv I'd be happy to show off. 66CM Atlantis Ethan Bickford On Jan 12, 8:32 am, Michael Rivers mriver...@gmail.com wrote: Seth Vidal coined a new term: ECWLARBW in another post which stands for East Coast With Limited Access to Rivendell Bicycle Works. I bought my first Riv last year and was frustrated by the inability in seeing a Riv bike before ordering. The folks at Riv were incredibly helpful, but it was still hard to spend alot on a bike over the internet that was 3-4cm different than any previous bike. I would be happy to meet someone who wanted to see a bike, and I bet there are others on the east coast who would be interested as well. Who knows, we may even get a Riv bike ride together like our more fortunate (weather wise) west coast brethren! Current Riv 60cm Ram 60cm QB Michael Rivers Washington, DC -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bu...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
[RBW] Re: Since I Just Alluded to It On My Sig Line...
Ouchy. I hope you make a speedy and complete recovery! I got doored a few years ago. Took the corner of the car door right in the crook of my arm (not quite the arm pit but close.) Nearly severed my right bicep. I was pretty lucky though, no permanent damage other than a pretty wicked looking scar. Also it's an ugly thing to deal with but I would look into a lawyer. Lost work time, quality of life, etc... etc... adds up. I don't like our litigious society but this is definitely a case of negligence that caused some pretty intense bodily harm. Take care of yourself. It's easy to blow off some of these issues but it's really important to get everything taken care of and documented. Even if you don't file any kind of lawsuit you want to be able to file with the driver's insurance company so you're compensated. Good luck and get well soon! Ethan On Jul 1, 3:41 pm, Darren Stone dst...@bitmason.com wrote: Brutal. I know almost exactly what you're going through. I took a door edge to the back of the right hand about 17 years ago on a fast training ride. It was a drunk who flung his door open into my lane. He had more problems walking away unassisted than I did at the scene. I got away with hairline fractures in the metacarpals and a lot of swelling. Make sure you get opinions and seek therapy that you believe in... hands are important! Good wishes. -Darren. On Jul 1, 10:50 am, CycloFiend cyclofi...@earthlink.net wrote: Got doored on my way home from work Monday evening. Caught it on the right paw, which put me on the ground pretty darned quickly. http://ramblings.cyclofiend.com/?p=368 I'll probably write something longer when typing isn't such a PITA. If you click through the image, there are some photos of picking up the Quickbeam from the police the next day. I had my wife take some photos of the sewing job. Haven't posted that and I'll probably spare all's y'all from that image. - J -- Jim Edgar cyclofi...@earthlink.net Cyclofiend Bicycle Photo Galleries -http://www.cyclofiend.com Current Classics - Cross Bikes Singlespeed - Working Bikes Send In Your Photos! - Here's how:http://www.cyclofiend.com/guidelines 'You both ride your bike?' He held his hands out and grabbed imaginary handlebars, grinning indulgently, eyeing Tom's helmet. Double disbeleif: not one, but two grown Americans riding bicycles. -- Neal Stephenson, Zodiac --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Bailey Works Bags
They have a pretty excellent reputation in the Northeast. They certainly aren't cheap but they're well made and well designed. I'm currently using a Ranchero messenger backpack from Chrome but have ordered a Baileyworks Two-strap Work Pack. I've taken a look at them and I like the fact that they don't use any hook and loop fasteners which get caught on clothing and such. I could get into more detail but I'll just say from looking at them I think the Baileyworks bags are generally a better design. On May 6, 5:30 pm, Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com wrote: Anybody out there have experience with Bailey Works messenger bags? www.baileyworks.com Thanks! --Eric campyonly...@me.comwww.campyonly.comwww.wheelsnorth.org --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Saluki and Big Wood Hetre
They also make them in the 28x2.0 which is still ISO 622 (700c.) I don't see any reason why you couldn't put them on an Atlantis since the frame model comparison chart says the Atlantis will take up to a 54mm tire or a 52 with fender. This of course depends on what the actual measurement of the tire is and I'm not sure what they 28x2.0 Supremes actually measure. I've picked up a pair and am planning on putting them on when the weather gets a little nicer. I'll keep you posted. Ethan On Mar 10, 10:27 am, J. Burkhalter burk...@yahoo.com wrote: Gino, Look forward to the Hetre report. Could be good news for some Sam H. and canti-Luki owners. Maybe after this Great Depression, Riv can expand their line of super round, great ridin', checker board pattern tires (Roly Poly, Jack Brown, etc.) into the fatty 650b realm. Seth, I rode with a guy on a brevet a few weeks ago whose Atlantis was shod with 700x35 Marathon Supremes. Seemed super quiet to me, and he loved 'em. Schwalbe makes the Supreme in a 700x40c size which may suit you. http://www.schwalbetires.com/marathon_supreme -Jay Asheville, NC On Mar 10, 8:29 am, Seth Vidal skvi...@gmail.com wrote: On Tue, Mar 10, 2009 at 2:01 AM, Gino Zahnd ginoza...@gmail.com wrote: The biggest thing I've noticed in the one-whole-minute riding the Hetre is how quiet this tire is compared to the squibbly CDLV. I like that tire. I've toured on it, camped on it, I commute/run errands on it almost every day, and it's a good, durable tire. It isn't fast, and boy, is it loud! But for the price, you really can't beat it, and it's still the go-to tire on my daily driver. This is something I'm interested in. I've got schwalbe marathon's 700x42c on my atlantis and while I like the width and I mostly like the feel of them I would be a little happier if they didn't make so much racket. Is there something comparable to the hetre noise-wise in a 700 with a width greater than 38 or so? -sv --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Let There Be Quickbeam (Orders).
Ooh. wish I could get one but I spent too much on bikes in 08 (a very well appointed Atlantis as well as a Bike Friday folder.) Just not in the budget... On Jan 22, 2:30 pm, John at Rivendell j...@rivbike.com wrote: Shameless promotional plug from number-crunching GM: http://www.rivbike.com/blogs/news_post/104 --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: fenders off road?
I was expecting wetter weather than we have in August for the D2R2 (crazy randonee in Massachusetts 112 miles, 70% on dirt roads, and 11,000 ft of climbing) so I rode my Atlantis with Honjos installed and while there was a great deal of rattling they worked fine. Granted this was mainly dirt roads and a few jeep tracks. Your main risk is that something gets pulled up into the fender and folds it over stopping your tire and your bike but not you... bad juju. If you set up the fender so that the tail of it is closer to the tire than the rest of it that will mitigate (but not eliminate) this risk, also helps with snow build up if you're into that kind of riding. SKS fenders have a quick release doodad on the front fender that will allow the stays to come off the fork, this is supposed to prevent that front tire lock-up and the inevitable endo that would follow. Good luck! Ethan On Jan 14, 12:47 am, J L subfas...@gmail.com wrote: My Saluki has been seeing more action on the trails than the pavement, enough so that I am considering some minor setup changes to better function on the trails. The bikes is currently setup as a rack laden commuter. Is there any disadvantage to metal fenders in this situation? Any other setup tips? Thanks Jason --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Cool looking exhibit in Boston
I'd be interested! I live in JP right now but will be living in Berlin, MA by then. Still not hard for me to get into the city. Sounds like fun! Ethan On Jan 7, 6:28 pm, MichaelS bee...@gmail.com wrote: If anyone is in or plans to be in Boston any time soon, you may want to check out this exhibit: http://www.crmi.org/bicycletakesoff.pdf It's just down the street from a great brewpub (Watch City BC,) as well... I'm probably going soon, but it runs until mid-May. It might make a nice destination for an early Spring urban-ish group ride. I work at a brewery downtown. We could meet up there, have a beer, and make our leisurely way through the city and out to Waltham. Check out the exhibit, lunch at Watch City and a leisurely ride back downtown. And another beer... I'm thinking April or early May to hopefully get a nice day. Anyone interested? Cheers- Mike in slushy So. Boston, Mass --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Atlantis sizing
Very sad indeed. The biggest reason I went with an Atlantis is because it was the only bike I could find that felt right for touring. I'm just about 6' 2 but I have a 37 PBH and a 66 or 64cm Atlantis was the only way to go for me (I went with the 66 which has been working out fine even if it looks a little strange with so little seat post showing.) Very sad indeed. On Jan 3, 1:49 pm, erik jensen radiophonicworks...@gmail.com wrote: yes, this is sad indeed if true. I'm glad I got my 66cm before such a change, it's easily my favorite and most useful bicycle. erik On Sat, Jan 3, 2009 at 1:27 PM, James Warren jimcwar...@earthlink.netwrote: Here's my guess: Tall people who are ready to order a 64 cm or 68 cm Atlantis are perhaps changing their minds and going to the 60 cm or 64 cm Bombadil. I hope that's the reason. -Jim On Jan 3, 2009, at 8:27 AM, z-man wrote: After posting a comment on the Sam as a Mtn bike I checked out the Atlantis info. Is this bike now limited to 61cm? --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: headset availability
It also makes almost any bike with a King headset a pretty prominent target for theft, if you'd spend as much as $140 (or $250 for Ti) for a headset chances are the rest of the bike is kinda tricked out too. On Dec 5, 6:58 pm, Kevin Turinsky [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The CK site says that as of 11/1/8 their headsets will be in Sotto Voce, or soft voice, meaning understated graphics. Wow, somehow they got the message. I hope others follow suit in toning down the billboard styling that dominates so much of our lives. Kevin On Dec 4, 8:01 pm, Eric Norris [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Tange makes a nice chrome-looking one that my LBS here in Davis was able to get. --Eric [EMAIL PROTECTED] On Dec 4, 2008, at 8:35 PM, Aaron Thomas wrote: Rivendell doesn't seem to be selling headsets anymore (or maybe they're just out of stock). Does anyone have any recommendations for classy, silver, non-garish, threaded 1 headsets? Maybe even one with some old skool Campy-style flavor, given that I'll be using it on an old Italian racing frame? The only ones I've come across so far (in silver) are Campy Record, Chris King, and Interloc. Among these, would any one be preferred to the others? Are there any other brands or models worth considering? What are people using these days? Thanks, Aaron --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
