RE: [RBW] SHIPPING BY AMTRAK

2016-09-21 Thread Joe Bartoe
Hi Kellie,

I've done it once and it's prett easy. If you have questions fire away or feel 
free to call (949-374-6079).

Joe

Date: Wed, 21 Sep 2016 16:45:33 -0700
From: kellie.staple...@gmail.com
To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com
Subject: [RBW] SHIPPING BY AMTRAK

Anyone used Amtrak to ship their bike? Trying to get my bike to the east coast. 
Have used BikeFlights, but looking for an alternative. 




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RE: [RBW] Bump FS 59cm Roadeo f/f/hs/bb

2016-01-22 Thread Joe Bartoe
You mean the size of the 59cm Roadeo that's for sale?

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> Date: Fri, 22 Jan 2016 18:25:54 -0800
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> Subject: Re: [RBW] Bump FS 59cm Roadeo f/f/hs/bb
> 
> That being said, what size is it?
> 
> rod
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RE: [RBW] Garbage Pail Riv sighted in Berkeley

2016-01-14 Thread Joe Bartoe
I love how he calls the saddle an "Old Thyme Sadde". He obviously must know 
that these saddles are only for "well-seasoned" riders. 

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Date: Thu, 14 Jan 2016 09:02:56 -0800
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Subject: [RBW] Garbage Pail Riv sighted in Berkeley

Humor is where you find it.

http://www.peterverdone.com/?p=7511

- Andrew "fresh Jack Browns", Berkeley





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RE: [RBW] Re: Ch-ch-ch-changes... in 2016

2015-12-17 Thread Joe Bartoe
Isn't a braze-on racer hilsen the same thing as an Ocean Air Cycles Rambler?

Joe

Date: Thu, 17 Dec 2015 12:15:03 -0800
From: stone...@gmail.com
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Subject: [RBW] Re: Ch-ch-ch-changes... in 2016

Agree, 100%.  Love my Hilsen - would love it even more with braze-on 
centerpulls.

On Thursday, December 17, 2015 at 6:56:59 AM UTC-8, Matthew J wrote:Repeating 
what I said in an earlier post:  A Hilsen with braze on Paul RacerMs would be 
quite the bike!




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[RBW] Saturday, Dec 5 Ride (Carlsbad)?

2015-12-04 Thread Joe Bartoe
Hi Everyone,

Planning to ride tomorrow out of Synaptic World Headquarters. Thinking a 9-ish 
rollout for a 3 hour-ish road ride.

Any takers? Call or email if interested.

Joe

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[RBW] Carlsbad Post-Turkey Ride?

2015-11-25 Thread Joe Bartoe
Hi Everyone,

I need some incentive to get out of the house on Friday morning. Anyone want to 
go for a ride from Synaptic Cycles World Headquarters in Carlsbad? Rollout at 
9am. Distance and pace to be democratically decided.

Happy Thanksgiving Everyone!

Joe

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RE: [RBW] Re: thinking about going 11 speed, does anyone make a 12-32?

2015-11-19 Thread Joe Bartoe
Yes!

http://www.interlocracing.com/cassettes-freewheels/11-speed-elite-cassette-shimano-compatible

Joe

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RE: [RBW] Waiting for newly tubeless tires before riding?

2015-10-09 Thread Joe Bartoe
Patrick,

Keep spinning them to distribute the sealant for the rest of the day. If they 
hold pressure overnight then you should be able to ride them at that point.

Best,

Joe

From: bertin...@gmail.com
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Subject: [RBW] Waiting for newly tubeless tires before riding?
To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com

I had the Kojaks made tubeless today; they look as if they'll work fine. No 
apparent air leaks. 3-4 oz of Orange Seal.
But how long ought I to leave them, for bead seating and sealing, before 
riding? Can I ride them right away?
Thanks.

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[RBW] FS: Wheelset (A23 with SP PV8 and WI T11 hubs)

2015-10-09 Thread Joe Bartoe
Hi All,

I have a wheelset for sale that has seen less than 500 miles of use. I had them 
built up for a project and went a different direction.

Wheels are polished silver Velocity A23 rims (32h front and rear). Front is 
laced 2x with double-butted Wheelsmith spokes to a Shutter Precision PV8 Dynamo 
hub. The rear is laced 3x with double-butted Wheelsmith spokes to a White 
Industries T11 hub (130mm. 9-11s Shimano Compatible). Both hubs are polished 
silver and spokes and nipples are silver, as well.

Complete build would cost over $700 new. Asking for $450 (basically the cost of 
the hubs new) plus shipping.

Please reply off-list if interested.

Joe

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[RBW] RE: [BOB] FS: Wheelset (A23 with SP PV8 and WI T11 hubs)

2015-10-09 Thread Joe Bartoe
Sorry, should have pointed out wheel size. It is a 700c wheelset. It also 
inlcudes rim tape suitable for tubeless use and Shimano Ultegra skewers.

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Subject: [BOB] FS: Wheelset (A23 with SP PV8 and WI T11 hubs)
Date: Fri, 9 Oct 2015 10:05:15 -0700




Hi All,

I have a wheelset for sale that has seen less than 500 miles of use. I had them 
built up for a project and went a different direction.

Wheels are polished silver Velocity A23 rims (32h front and rear). Front is 
laced 2x with double-butted Wheelsmith spokes to a Shutter Precision PV8 Dynamo 
hub. The rear is laced 3x with double-butted Wheelsmith spokes to a White 
Industries T11 hub (130mm. 9-11s Shimano Compatible). Both hubs are polished 
silver and spokes and nipples are silver, as well.

Complete build would cost over $700 new. Asking for $450 (basically the cost of 
the hubs new) plus shipping.

Please reply off-list if interested.

Joe

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[RBW] FS: Parts

2015-09-25 Thread Joe Bartoe
Hi Everyone,

I have several parts from a build that I tore apart after only 300 miles or so. 
These parts are near new and show very little to no use. Here's a list:

TRP Brake Levers RRL SR Retro Silver (with gum hoods) - $60
Deore XT Med cage RD 9 speed (plays nice with 10s shifters)- $60
Dura Ace 10s barend shifters (incl. cable housing, new cables, cable stops for 
downtube brazeons) - $50
Cinelli A1 Quill Stem (110mm) - $30
Nitto Dream Bar (46cm; light scratches on center sleeve) -$30

I also have:

Easton EA50 Monkey Bar (new, take off from mtn bike, 31.8 center section) - $25

Prices include shipping.

Joe

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RE: [RBW] FS: Parts (now updated)

2015-09-25 Thread Joe Bartoe
I have updated the list with another part and listed sold items:



Here's the list:

Chris King Sotto Voce NoThreadset (Brand new in Navy, 1 1/8") -$125
Chris King Headset Spacer Set (Navy, 1  1/8", 4 pieces in 3, 6, 12, & 25mm) - 
$25

TRP Brake Levers RRL SR Retro Silver (with gum hoods) - $60
Deore XT Med cage RD 9 speed (plays nice with 10s shifters)- $60
SOLD Dura Ace 10s barend shifters (incl. cable housing, new cables, cable stops 
for downtube brazeons) - $50 SOLD
Cinelli A1 Quill Stem (110mm) - $30
Nitto Dream Bar (46cm; light scratches on center sleeve) -$30

I also have:

Easton EA50 Monkey Bar (new, take off from mtn bike, 31.8 center section) - $25

Prices include shipping.

Joe

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[RBW] LF: Ultegra 6700 10SP Brifters

2015-08-12 Thread Joe Bartoe
This is a long shot, I know. If anyone has a set they'd like to sell, please 
let me know.

Thanks,

Joe

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RE: [RBW] Re: Tire trouble puzzlement

2015-06-18 Thread Joe Bartoe
Hi Kieran,

On the A23, what are you using for a rim strip? There seems to be some issues 
on tubeless ready rims when using thicker rim strips like Velox. I'd recommend 
using 2 layers of Stan's tape and then trying again. We have several bikes in 
our rental queue with A23s and have had no issues mounting up tires. On my own 
A23s I have Compass Stampede Pass tires and Gran Bois Cerf Green Label tires 
mounted and all went on seemlessly when using the Stan's tape.

Best,

Joe

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Date: Thu, 18 Jun 2015 12:17:57 -0700
From: kjo...@gmail.com
To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com
Subject: [RBW] Re: Tire trouble  puzzlement

I've been having a dickens of a time trying to get Hetres to mount round and 
true on an A23 tubeless-ready rim (with a tube). My next try was going to be on 
a Synergy wheel I have, but it sounds like this type of behaviour happens on 
those as well.
Is the lumpy supple tire syndrome something that people just deal with and/or 
have simply accepted that soapy water, 10 minutes of massaging and adjusting, 
etc. are what's needed to put a tire on?
KJ
 

On Thursday, June 18, 2015 at 2:45:25 PM UTC-4, Michael Hechmer wrote:I am 
getting a thumping vibration from a front wheel at speeds above 25mph.  The 
wheel is nearly new with a White hub and Synergy rim.  The tire is a brand new 
Pari-Moto.  It was on my converted Trek 620.  I can't see any obvious cause and 
here's what I've done so far.
A visual inspection of the tire and wheel didn't show any obvious anomalies, so 
I checked the head set and decided to tighten it just a bit.  That didn't have 
any noticeable affect on the thump.  Then I swapped wheels with my Saluki, 
which also has pari-moto tires. Rode both bikes over the same short, hilly 
course.  The thump definitely went with the wheel.  Next I took the tire off.  
Pari-motos go on very easily but are hard to get straight..  I put the wheel in 
my little Minoura  wheel stand.  It is perfectly round and nearly perfectly 
true.  I carefully remounted the tire, working to get it as perfectly straight 
as I can.  Then I put the wheel and tire up on the stand.  The tire moves in 
and out about 2-3 mm away from the side wall and about 2-3 mm away from round.  
I retested it and still got the high speed vibration. 
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[RBW] RE: [BOB] FS: Coho Frame/Fork/HS + Extras (Reduced Prices)

2015-06-16 Thread Joe Bartoe

Last chance before trying other spots. $1100 including shipping for F/F/HS 
+extras. See below for info.

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Hi Everyone,

I am going to reduce the price for the Coho before I resort to drastic measures 
(...Ebay):

I'm offering the F/F/HS + Extras:

Price of Frame and fork plus Chris King HS, Decaleur, Front Rack, Berthoud bag 
and Mafac Racer Brakes- $1100 + $100 shipping (Continental US).

The price with full build is here:

Coho Randoneusse - 61cm C-T with 58cm C-C top tube. Built up with Ultegra 
Compact crankset, Ultegra Front Derailleur, Deore XT rear derailleur, 11-34 
Shimano Cassette and Dura Ace 10 sp barend shifters. Brakes are Mafac Racers 
and levers are the TRP RRL SL (silver drilled levers with gum hoods). Seatpost 
is Nitto and stem is Cinelli with Nitto dream bars and black Brooks leather 
tape. Wheels are polished silver Velocity A23 (both 32h) laced to White 
Industries T11 rear hub and Shutter Precision PV8 front hub (generator hub). 
Tires are Compass 700x32C. The frame comes with custom matching decaleur and 
front rack (built by Coho). Would like to get $2800 shipped (continental US) 
for full build (no saddle or pedals included).


If you'd like the frame module plus some of the parts, let's chat.


Pics here: http://thesaltycyclist.blogspot.com/2015/06/fs-coho-randonneuse.html

Joe

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[RBW] FS: Coho Frame/Fork/HS + Extras (Reduced Prices)

2015-06-09 Thread Joe Bartoe










Hi Everyone,

I am going to reduce the price for the Coho before I resort to drastic measures 
(...Ebay):

I'm offering the F/F/HS + Extras:

Price of Frame and fork plus Chris King HS, Decaleur, Front Rack, Berthoud bag 
and Mafac Racer Brakes- $1100 + $100 shipping (Continental US).

The price with full build is here:

Coho Randoneusse - 61cm C-T with 58cm C-C top tube. Built up with Ultegra 
Compact crankset, Ultegra Front Derailleur, Deore XT rear derailleur, 11-34 
Shimano Cassette and Dura Ace 10 sp barend shifters. Brakes are Mafac Racers 
and levers are the TRP RRL SL (silver drilled levers with gum hoods). Seatpost 
is Nitto and stem is Cinelli with Nitto dream bars and black Brooks leather 
tape. Wheels are polished silver Velocity A23 (both 32h) laced to White 
Industries T11 rear hub and Shutter Precision PV8 front hub (generator hub). 
Tires are Compass 700x32C. The frame comes with custom matching decaleur and 
front rack (built by Coho). Would like to get $2800 shipped (continental US) 
for full build (no saddle or pedals included).


If you'd like the frame module plus some of the parts, let's chat.


Pics here: http://thesaltycyclist.blogspot.com/2015/06/fs-coho-randonneuse.html

Joe

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RE: [RBW] FS: Coho Frame/Fork/HS + Extras

2015-06-05 Thread Joe Bartoe
I forgot to add a link to pics. Here you go:

http://thesaltycyclist.blogspot.com/2015/06/fs-coho-randonneuse.html

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Subject: [RBW] FS: Coho Frame/Fork/HS + Extras
Date: Fri, 5 Jun 2015 13:15:57 -0700








Hi Everyone,

I am going to modify my posting for the Coho:

I'm offering the F/F/HS + Extras:

Price of Frame and fork plus Chris King HS, Decaleur, Front Rack, Berthoud bag 
and Mafac Racer Brakes- $1200 + $100 shipping.

The price with full build is here:

Coho Randoneusse - 61cm C-T with 58cm C-C top tube. Built up with Ultegra 
Compact crankset, Ultegra Front Derailleur, Deore XT rear derailleur, 11-34 
Shimano Cassette and Dura Ace 10 sp barend shifters. Brakes are Mafac Racers 
and levers are the TRP RRL SL (silver drilled levers with gum hoods). Seatpost 
is Nitto and stem is Cinelli with Nitto dream bars and black Brooks leather 
tape. Wheels are polished silver Velocity A23 (both 32h) laced to White 
Industries T11 rear hub and Shutter Precision PV8 front hub (generator hub). 
Tires are Compass 700x32C. The frame comes with custom matching decaleur and 
front rack (built by Coho). Would like to get $3000 shipped for full build (no 
saddle or pedals included).


If you'd like the frame module plus some of the parts, let's chat.


Pics available for seriously interested buyers.

Joe Bartoe
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[RBW] FS: Coho Frame/Fork/HS + Extras

2015-06-05 Thread Joe Bartoe




Hi Everyone,

I am going to modify my posting for the Coho:

I'm offering the F/F/HS + Extras:

Price of Frame and fork plus Chris King HS, Decaleur, Front Rack, Berthoud bag 
and Mafac Racer Brakes- $1200 + $100 shipping.

The price with full build is here:

Coho Randoneusse - 61cm C-T with 58cm C-C top tube. Built up with Ultegra 
Compact crankset, Ultegra Front Derailleur, Deore XT rear derailleur, 11-34 
Shimano Cassette and Dura Ace 10 sp barend shifters. Brakes are Mafac Racers 
and levers are the TRP RRL SL (silver drilled levers with gum hoods). Seatpost 
is Nitto and stem is Cinelli with Nitto dream bars and black Brooks leather 
tape. Wheels are polished silver Velocity A23 (both 32h) laced to White 
Industries T11 rear hub and Shutter Precision PV8 front hub (generator hub). 
Tires are Compass 700x32C. The frame comes with custom matching decaleur and 
front rack (built by Coho). Would like to get $3000 shipped for full build (no 
saddle or pedals included).


If you'd like the frame module plus some of the parts, let's chat.


Pics available for seriously interested buyers.

Joe Bartoe
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[RBW] FS: 2 bikes (Coho and a Calfee Adventure)

2015-06-03 Thread Joe Bartoe
Hi Everyone,

I have 2 bikes for sale that I'd like to clear out to make room for other 
projects. I have considerable overlap occurring so these need to go.

Coho Randoneusse - 61cm C-T with 58cm C-C top tube. Built up with Ultegra 
Compact crankset, Ultegra Front Derailleur, Deore XT rear derailleur, 11-34 
Shimano Cassette and Dura Ace 10 sp barend shifters. Brakes are Mafac Racers 
and levers are the TRP RRL SL (silver drilled levers with gum hoods). Seatpost 
is Nitto and stem is Cinelli with Nitto dream bars and black Brooks leather 
tape. Wheels are polished silver Velocity A23 (both 32h) laced to White 
Industries T11 rear hub and Shutter Precision PV8 front hub (generator hub). 
Tires are Compass 700x32C. The frame comes with custom matching decaleur and 
front rack (built by Coho). Would like to get $3000 shipped for full build (no 
saddle or pedals included).

Calfee Tetra Pro Adventure-62cm with extended head tube. Brakes are Velo Orange 
Grand Cru Silver. Components are SRAM Force 10sp brifters, Ultegra FD, SRAM XO 
RD, 10 11-32 SRAM cassette. Crankset is Rotor 3D. Wheels are Pacenti SL23 (28h 
rear, 24h front) laced to DT Swiss 240S hubs. Tires are Gran Bois Cerf (28c). 
Rides like a dream. Would like $3200 shipped.

Pics available for seriously interested buyers.

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RE: [RBW] loaded handling question

2015-05-28 Thread Joe Bartoe
David,

My experience with a Hilsen with small front rack and small front bag on it, 
indicates that Riv-designed bikes are not really good handlers with front 
loads. It shimmied like crazy! The other items may have contributed, but my 
guess is the stuff on the front had more to do with the shimmy.

Joe

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RE: [RBW] Re: Friday morning ride, Carlsbad (now Tires and Rims)

2015-03-15 Thread Joe Bartoe
I guess the consensus on this list is that 15-17mph for a 50+ mile ride would 
be considered a fast pace. Good to know as calling a ride moderate , slow, 
fast when you are trying to organized something is crucial. It's good to let 
people know what to expect.

 I learned this with the one person who joined me on Friday. I told him we'd do 
the moderate, 16-17mph, pace and after 20 miles, he was cooked. Though to his 
defense, we rode eastward from Carlsbad and quickly found ourselves in +90F 
heat, which was a little much to ask for a native from Ontario on vacation. His 
body was not quite acclimated. He sagged in thanks to his wife, and I continued 
on for a 56mile round trip with 2500ft of climbing and right on 15.8mph average.

We went out to Bonsall and Lawrence Welk Resort (for those who know the area) 
and I re-discovered the incredible ride of the Gran Bois Cerf (green label) 
tires. Might have to try the Compass Extralight version. Over rough chip seal 
and rutted roads, these tires simply soak it all up and help to isolate you 
from the road vibrations. I have them mounted on the Pacenti SL23 rims and they 
measure a hair over 30mm wide on these rims. Typical pressures are 80-85psi 
front and 85-90psi rear for my 190lb body.

Have a great Sunday everyone!

Joe

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Date: Sat, 14 Mar 2015 12:45:03 -0700
From: john11.2...@gmail.com
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Subject: [RBW] Re: Friday morning ride, Carlsbad

Do you train to be able to keep those speeds, or are you just naturally fast?
Wait a second...is Carlsbad flat? Here in Maryland you would be considered fast 
on our rolling terrain...at least considered fast by me.




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RE: [RBW] Friday morning ride, Carlsbad

2015-03-13 Thread Joe Bartoe
Maybe I should have mentioned that we'll be riding on the road only, no mixed 
terrain?

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 Date: Thu, 12 Mar 2015 23:41:03 -0700
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 Subject: Re: [RBW] Friday morning ride, Carlsbad
 
 Real fast!
 
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[RBW] Friday morning ride, Carlsbad

2015-03-12 Thread Joe Bartoe
Hi everyone,

Looking for someone to join me on 50-60 mile ride out of Carlsbad, CA tomorrow 
morning. Moderate pace 16-17mph.

I'd like to start between 9-9:30. Contact me off list if interested and we'll 
work out details.

Best,

Joe

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RE: [RBW] Bikes and Recovering from shoulder surgery

2015-02-20 Thread Joe Bartoe
Hi Jim,

My brother had a partial shoulder replacement after a hit and run. It was a 
long haul recovery process and he was itching to get on his bike. He ended up 
purchasing a recumbent trike (Terra Trike, if memory serves) that he rode a lot 
and did several long-distance rides on, including a double century. The best 
part was that he bought it used and sold it for the same price he bought it. He 
was glad to not have to ride it anymore, but he was also glad to have had the 
option while he was rehabbing.

Joe

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Date: Thu, 19 Feb 2015 14:12:54 -0800
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Subject: [RBW] Bikes and Recovering from shoulder surgery

Yesterday my new orthopedic surgeon informed me that I will have shoulder 
surgery in March. He suspects I have been walking around with a torn labrum in 
my left shoulder for some time (probably initially due to a bike wreck) but 
worsened the injury moving oak logs (for firewood) mid-fall. For those who know 
the jargon, it's a SLAP tear.

Searching for info about cycling and recovery from this kind of surgery has 
left me a bit blue. It looks like 4-6 weeks in a sling, then very slow 4-6 
months to full use.

Ironically, I'd just received a 54cm Sam Hillborne frame the week I tore it. 
The frame is now fully built and sits unused.

My questions are: Has anyone on the list had the surgery and, if so, what was 
your recovery like? And, what's the best wisdom from the group regarding 
cycling and recovery from SLAP repairs?

Thanks,
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RE: [RBW] Tubeless Rims for Oregon Outback

2015-02-09 Thread Joe Bartoe
We've been building some tubeless clincher wheelsets using the Pacenti SL23 and 
the Velocity A23 rims and have had great luck with mounting the tires and 
seating them. We do use a compressor, however, and we use the Orange Seal 
tubeless sealant. The best thing about the Orange Seal is that, in general, the 
tires seat and seal on the first try. We've literally gotten them up to 
pressure, spun the wheels a few times to spread the sealant, put the wheel down 
and come back a day later to find them at nearly the same pressure as we've 
left them. With Stan's and Slime tubeless sealants, we've had problems getting 
a good seal at times.

We would not recommend using a non-tubeless tire for a tubeless set up for road 
use.

YMMV,

Joe

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Date: Mon, 9 Feb 2015 10:53:53 -0800
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Subject: Re: [RBW] Tubeless Rims for Oregon Outback

Yes, compressors are most helpful. Even then it can still be a pain IMHO. I had 
a chance to buy a second wheelset to set up tubeless, but passed on it. 
I've never had a set come off from inactivity. I did have a nasty burp out on 
the trails that sent me down pretty hard, glad to have not broken my scapula in 
the process. That was with running non-tubeless ready tires on Stans rims, 
which I have never done since then!

On Monday, February 9, 2015 at 9:34:17 AM UTC-8, Jim M. wrote:On Monday, 
February 9, 2015 at 5:12:46 AM UTC-8, Jim Bronson wrote:They also said that if 
you don't ride them regularly, it's better to use tubes because the tire will 
come off the bead, which relates to needing (again) to have an air compressor 
to seat.



A compressor plus soapy water makes the job pretty easy. As to the tire coming 
off the bead, I've rarely had that happen, even if the wheel sits long enough 
to go flat. Once the bead is set, it tends to stay. If it's a bike you don't 
ride regularly, then pump them up once a month. Heck, I do that even for tubed 
tires that don't get ridden much. As mentioned by others, not all tires will 
work, and not all rims will work, but if you use both tires and rims designed 
for tubeless, it's pretty foolproof. I've only used tubeless rims, but I've 
successfully used several tires tubeless that aren't specified tubeless ready.
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RE: [RBW] Tubeless Rims for Oregon Outback

2015-02-09 Thread Joe Bartoe
Hi Jim,

My primary reluctance for using non-tubeless-specific tires set up as tubeless 
for road use is the higher tire pressures. This may not be as big an issue when 
using higher volume tires like the Hetre, where you can run them at lower 
pressures. This is why MTB tubeless can often be done using non-tubeless 
clincher tires. You're really relying on the tire bead/rim interface to hold 
the tire in place and to create an airtight seal. Disruption of that could lead 
to a catastrophic loss of tire pressure, and more importantly, allow the bead 
to break free and roll the tire off the rim.

Joe

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RE: [RBW] Tubeless Rims for Oregon Outback

2015-02-03 Thread Joe Bartoe
Hi Brian,

The Velocity A23 and the Pacenti SL23 are wonderful choices for you. The SL23 
are available in satin silver and black, but the silver is not available 
currently. The A23 has a nice polished option. I currently have some of these 
in stock in 24h, 28h, and 32h, if interested. Both the A23 and SL23 have built 
up really nicely for us and we've been really happy with how they've held up. 
We've also built up wheels with the SL25 (the disc version of the SL23) with 
really good results. You can't go wrong with either rim. Both are wide and 
tubeless compatible. We've been using the Orange Seal tubeless sealant that 
claims to seal punctures up to 1/4 of an inch. We haven't tested that, but it 
has worked really well on punctures that would kill tires using Slime or Stan's.

Joe

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Date: Mon, 2 Feb 2015 20:35:25 -0800
Subject: [RBW] Tubeless Rims for Oregon Outback
From: stone...@gmail.com
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I have a set of Schwalbe Thunder Burts on the way for my Hunqapillar.  The plan 
is to use them on some bikepacking overnights to get ready for the Oregon 
Outback.  
I just realized that I let me Synergy rims get a bit worn via too much braking, 
not enough pad changing.  I now have my overworn pads on my bench to remind me 
to *check my brake pads regularly*.  Since I also have some spoke cracking on 
the OC rim, I figure it's time to get some new rims for the summer.  
The Pacenti SL23s seem like a good tubeless rim to try - or perhaps the 
Velocity A23s.  Any other recommended rims that are:1. usable in a tubeless 
setup2. not overly heavy - I weigh 160lbs3. perhaps a bit wider
Brian HansonSeattle, WABike Blog






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[RBW] Wool Cycling Caps Sale (blatant advertising)

2014-12-03 Thread Joe Bartoe
Hi Everyone,

We have reduced the prices on our wool cycling caps made by Walz. Just wanted 
to give all of you a heads up (pun intended)..

Check them out here:

http://synaptic-cycles-shop.myshopify.com/collections/cycling-clothing

Thanks,

Joe

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RE: [RBW] Re: struggling with my B-17's

2014-11-18 Thread Joe Bartoe
FWIW - I have tried both the SA and the Rivet saddles and the SA, for me is 
soft and sags a ton. Adjusting it did little to improve it and I absolutely 
hated it. The leather on the Rivet is more substantial and does not sag the way 
the SA does. If anything, one might be tempted to de-tension the Rivet when 
first riding it. Also, from an aesthetic point of view, the Rivet makes the SA 
look like it was made by a pre-school kid. The Rivet saddles are simply better 
looking and better made. 

I have no ties to either company.

YMMV,

Joe

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Date: Tue, 18 Nov 2014 12:28:11 -0800
From: richard.go...@earthlink.net
To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com
Subject: [RBW] Re: struggling with my B-17's

I'm 195 lbs. and have been riding SA's on three of my bikes for several years.  
I ride the Clydesdale version and found that they needed to be adjusted for the 
first several hundred miles.  I see from looking at their website that the 
present models have a longer adjustment bolt and that they will sell you a 
longer bolt for your older models.  I may do that when I get to the end, but so 
far, the saddles have stabilized.  One thing that I did was to install laces 
and that has done two things.  First, the saddle doesn't splay out and rub my 
thighs.  Second, I think it contributes to reduce the sag caused by stretching, 
and maybe that's why I've not had any issues after break-in.  Just 
hypothesizing, though.







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[RBW] Anyone have a tandem carrier for loan/rent?

2014-09-19 Thread Joe Bartoe
Hi All,

I'm in the San Diego/Orange County area and need to 
deliver a tandem to a customer. Anyone out there has carrier to loan or 
rent? 

Shooting in the dark,

Joe

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[RBW] LF: 46cm Dream Bar

2014-09-17 Thread Joe Bartoe
Anyone have one they can part with?

Joe

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RE: [RBW] Re: FS/T- Rivet Pearl Saddle (white w/ CrMo rails)

2014-09-11 Thread Joe Bartoe
Hi Lynne-

It's too old to return at this point. I tried it off and on but it's not a good 
fit for me so I'd rather sell and start with something new.

Joe

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Date: Thu, 11 Sep 2014 09:58:24 -0700
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To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com
Subject: [RBW] Re: FS/T- Rivet Pearl Saddle (white w/ CrMo rails)

I am betting she is at Interbike right now.  Might take a day or two :-)

On Tuesday, September 9, 2014 9:57:23 PM UTC-7, jbartoe wrote:


Hi Everyone,

I have a near new Rivet Pearl Saddle. It's white. Little to no wear. 

I'd like to sell or trade it for a Rivet Independence. Price is $100 (regularly 
goes for $150)

Thanks,

Joe

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[RBW] FS/T- Rivet Pearl Saddle (white w/ CrMo rails)

2014-09-09 Thread Joe Bartoe
Hi Everyone,

I have a near new Rivet Pearl Saddle. It's white. Little to no wear. 

I'd like to sell or trade it for a Rivet Independence. Price is $100 (regularly 
goes for $150)

Thanks,

Joe

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RE: [RBW] shipping a bike to Karme Choling

2013-07-14 Thread Joe Bartoe
Hi Bo,

I have used the Air Caddy system to ship bikes with very good results. The bike 
is put into the box, attached to a fork mount. All you have to do at the back 
end is reattach the front wheel, rotate the handlebars into position, and 
re-insert the seatpost and tighten it down. I've shipped 3 bikes this way now 
with no issues. You can buy the Air Caddy and even get good pricing on shipping 
through this site:

http://www.shipbikes.com/Whatis.html

Hope that helps,

Joe

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Date: Sun, 14 Jul 2013 08:36:55 -0700
From: borus...@gmail.com
To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com
Subject: [RBW] shipping a bike to Karme Choling

My main bicycling buddy Anne is off to the Buddhist Center in 
St Johnsbury Vt for two years. She flies in for August and then drives
from Washington State at the end of September.
 
Anne comes into Hanover NH by bus and then gets picked up by car.
 
We were thinking of packing and shipping her
Miyata 1000 before she flies so she would have it
for August and beyond.
 
The bike shops in the area get stunningly bad reviews.
Peter White is two hours away and two hours back.
 
It wont kill Anne to do without her bike for August 
but if there is a solution it would be nice for her to have.
 
Does anyone on the list have local knowledge which would
solve Anne's problem?
 
Even knowing there isnt a solution would help.
 
Thanks
 
Bo Richardson
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[RBW] Some items of interest in my online store...

2013-06-11 Thread Joe Bartoe
Hi All,

Sorry for the plug, but I just placed prints of Jon Grant's hand-drawn 
components in my online shop. You can find them here:

http://synaptic-cycles-shop.myshopify.com/

You also find some wool and cotton cycling caps. I am also a SockGuy dealer so 
if you'd like some of their woolier offerings, feel free to contact me directly 
and we can get an order in. 

I'm also always on the lookout for things we can add to the shop so if someone 
knows of an interesting item or two, let me know!

Thanks,

Joe

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RE: [RBW] First Aid Kits

2013-05-21 Thread Joe Bartoe
The Brave Soldier Crash Pack:

http://www.bravesoldier.com/crash-paks/

Small, easily fits in a saddlebag and has mostly everything you need for 
non-emergent problems.

Joe

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Date: Tue, 21 May 2013 10:40:05 -0700
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Subject: [RBW] First Aid Kits

So i have to admit that i'm generally a no-plans, take it as you go rider.  But 
this past weekend i was caught out on the trail and had a bad spill that left 
my face covered in blood, an open cut that would not stop bleeding and 
unprepared to deal with it.   If it were not for the wad of napkins from the 
takeout chinese in my bag i would have had to fashion something out of my shirt 
or scare the family having a picnic to control the bleeding before heading to 
the emergency room.  

I'd like to pack a minimal kit for all my bikes (like i do with my flat-kit), 
so that i'm a little more prepared for this.  
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RE: [RBW] Nitto Saddlebag Grip - now question about VO loop add-ons

2013-05-16 Thread Joe Bartoe
You mean, like this?

http://www.wallbike.com/racks/berthoud-rack-gb604704-rear-rack-bags


Joe

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 Subject: Re: [RBW] Nitto Saddlebag Grip - now question about VO loop add-ons
 From: tim...@bitstream.net
 Date: Thu, 16 May 2013 18:21:55 -0500
 To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com
 
 Jobst Brandt, in later years, had a bag carrier fabricated that looked like a 
 stoker stem from a tandem, clamped around the seat post and projecting back 
 and up over the rear wheel.  At the far end was a T that provided a perch for 
 the mounting straps of the Carradice.  It seemed to hold the bag more rigidly 
 than saddle loops or the SaddleBag G would do, and projected it far enough 
 back to prevent contact with one's legs.  I've been meaning to have my friend 
 the frame builder make one for me; he makes stoker stems for QBP so he'd 
 probably already know most of the process.
 
 
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RE: [RBW] Re: Anyone have recommendations for a good Electrolyte solution.

2013-05-06 Thread Joe Bartoe
Hi Ted,

I have been using Nuun and Camelbak Elixir with good results. Both contain no 
sugar and have good taste. Nuun pink lemonade is somewhat light and pleasant 
tasting and is one of my favorites. I also use the fruit punch and cola 
flavors. Cola has some caffeine in it so I tend to use it only on longer rides 
and somewhat sparingly.

On rides greater than 60 miles, I also use Hammer Perpetuem with some added 
endurolytes powder and a bit of Hammer Gel for flavoring. Alternating the 
Nuun/CB Elixir with the Perpetuem mix really keeps my tendency as dehydration 
and cramping at bay. 

It works for me but my not work for others,

Joe

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Date: Sun, 5 May 2013 19:40:10 -0700
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Subject: [RBW] Re: Anyone have recommendations for a good Electrolyte solution.

I was a Gatorade user but as I got to longer distances found that the sugar was 
intolerable. I just recently discovered Coco Hydro and have tried it on a 
couple of 200k's and it's worked great.  The potassium-sodium ratio in coconut 
water is much higher than most other supplements, very close to the same as 
what we sweat out. In fact, the plain non-flavored versions tastes a bit like, 
ah, sweat.  In a good way, of course!
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[RBW] Sale item in my online shop (cotton and wool cycling caps and more)

2012-07-30 Thread Joe Bartoe

Hi Everyone,

My apologies for the commercial interruption, but I though some of you may be 
interested in the caps I have for sale in my online shop. Cotton and wool 
custom caps by Walz. If anyone's interested in a S/M wool with earflaps, 
contact me directly as it's showing up as out of stock in the shop and I 
can't seem to get it to show up as  in stock.

I also have my shop tees for sale. Check them out here:

http://shop.synapticcycles.com/

Thanks for you time. Now, back to your regularly scheduled kvetching!

Joe

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RE: [RBW] Re: BikeCharge Aftermarket ‘Hub’ Lets You Charge Your iPhone With Pedal Power

2012-07-26 Thread Joe Bartoe

Google me this: Peter white charger hub

Get this:

http://www.peterwhitecycles.com/ewerk.asp

Date: Thu, 26 Jul 2012 21:15:12 -0600
Subject: Re: [RBW] Re: BikeCharge Aftermarket ‘Hub’ Lets You Charge Your iPhone 
With Pedal Power
From: bertin...@gmail.com
To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com

I think there are at least two product out there that allow you to charge your 
phone or Garmin or, possibly, iPad from your dynohub. I thought, too, that PJ 
White carries one of them, but I can't be bothered to dig my way through his 
rather meandering website.


On Thu, Jul 26, 2012 at 6:20 PM, Joe Bernard joerem...@gmail.com wrote:

That is very cool. Joe BernardVallejo, CA.
On Thursday, July 26, 2012 2:22:02 PM UTC-7, Eric Norris wrote:

Thought the group might be interested in this. Wonder if you can also run a 
light off this?


BikeCharge Aftermarket ‘Hub’ Lets You Charge Your iPhone With Pedal Power

CULT OF MAC | JULY 26, 2012

http://pulse.me/s/bCnZe





Simple, and easy to install. Photo London Cyclist   There are a few ways to 
keep your phone juiced as you ride. Those with foresight will have specce...  
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[RBW] Jon Grant Ts and Prints still available

2012-07-08 Thread Joe Bartoe

Hi Everyone,

I apologize if we've announced this before. We have lost of Jon Grant's T in 
new colors and some new designs as well. Take a look:

http://shop.synapticcycles.com/?cat=37

Remember, part of the proceeds for all Jon Grant prints and Ts goes to Cure 
Search for Children's cancer.

Free shipping on all items in the shop!

Joe

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RE: [RBW] Re: My new Rivendell with HORIZONTAL dropouts and DOWNTUBE SILVER shifters..

2012-07-04 Thread Joe Bartoe

Rob-

Very nice build! That is my former bike. It  originally was the same orange as 
the panel with cream headtube and fill. I had it repainted and kept the orange 
in the panel as an homage to its original paint. I had the steer tube re-done 
because I liked threadless better (gasp!).

Here's a link to the original spec sheet if you want to know more about tubing 
and sizing, etc.

Enjoy! I am so happy it's someplace where it's get ridden!

Joe

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Date: Wed, 4 Jul 2012 13:07:45 -0700
From: joerem...@gmail.com
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Subject: [RBW] Re: My new Rivendell with HORIZONTAL dropouts and DOWNTUBE 
SILVER shifters..

THAT is a cool iteration of Orange Bike. Very nice! Joe BernardVallejo, CA.
On Wednesday, July 4, 2012 12:33:16 PM UTC-7, rob markwardt wrote:Hi All,

   Picked this up off one of the lists a couple months and with the

helped of Recycled Cycles did one of my fastest builds yet (2

months...my Trek project is pushing a year and a half!!). Took it out

on it's maiden voyage this morning.  Kind an atypical Riv build these

days..fenderless, fairly light, non-threaded headset, etc.  I built it

up with stuff laying around and some newer mid-level Shimano parts.

Ride was fantasticlight, quick, climbed and descended the biggest

hills I could find quite nicelyfelt nice.  I think we've got

sunshine for a few days so hopefully I'll get in a few more rides.  Oh

and no slippage from shifters or back wheel;).



Happy Fourth from Seattle, WA



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RE: [RBW] Re: Tall Feller's Union Request

2012-06-25 Thread Joe Bartoe

Jim,
 
Keep your eye out for a Redwood (Rivs old big guy bikes). Also, look into Zinn 
bikes. Made for people just like this guy and can sometimes be found online for 
a good price.
 
Joe

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Date: Mon, 25 Jun 2012 11:32:07 -0700
From: nydavidfo...@gmail.com
To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com
Subject: [RBW] Re: Tall Feller's Union Request

Have you tried to contact Ventana?


On Friday, June 22, 2012 12:31:31 PM UTC-7, Cyclofiend Jim wrote:
Hey there - 

As I've mentioned in passing, I'm working as bicycle mentor this   
summer with the local cycling advocacy group - (Marin County bicycle   
Coalition - http://marinbike.org)  One of the winners in the Bike   
Locally Challenge had been away from bikes for ~15 years or so, and   
his interest has been reinvigorated to the point where he wants to get   
a better road bicycle.  He's also interested in possibly a suspended   
mtb setup.  The salient point is that he's also 6'7. 

I'm sure you can guess that my first recommendation was a trip to   
Walnut Creek to see what wonder can be found in reliable frames with   
good clearances, but I'd also like to put him in touch with taller/ 
larger individuals who have been down this road.  Even with my good   
intentions, my experiences as a 6'/185 lb. rider are going to be of   
limited use.  Things begin to change a bit when you edge past a couple   
meters... 

So, if you wouldn't mind emailing me - use my cyclofiend at gmail dot   
com address - if you wouldn't mind acting as a Tall Feller's Brain   
Trust for this enthusiastic rider.   I'll give it over the weekend or   
so to compile the names and then pass along your contact info directly   
to him.If you want to give a one-two sentence intro and bike list,   
that would help too. 

Obviously, I think he can be fitted well to a larger Hilsen, Hillborne   
or other versatile bicycle in the Rivendell lineup.  He's bought a   
cheap, older, rigid mtb which sounds like it's too small for him   
(haven't seen it or him ride yet), and the Challenge bike has been   
fitted to him pretty well, but ... isn't a Riv... ;^) 

I appreciate any offers of help and thank you all in advance! 

- Jim / cyclofiend at gmail / cyclofiend.com / @cyclofiend / other   
places as well... 

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[RBW] T-shirts Galore (more Jon Grant prints and some Synaptic Ts)

2012-06-12 Thread Joe Bartoe

Hi Everyone,

We've added some new clothing to the online shop. We have more Jon Grant print 
Ts in more colors and I've added some Synaptic logowear as well. Prices include 
shipping!

Take a look:

http://shop.synapticcycles.com/?cat=36

Thanks,

Joe

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[RBW] Pics of Grand Bois on Facebook page

2012-06-11 Thread Joe Bartoe

Hi All-

I just installed a new set of Grand Bois Cerf Green Labels onto my Hed Jet 4 
rims. They measure a bit larger than 29c wide on these wheels (23.4-millimeter 
rim). They even puff up a bit more in the next few days. They ride really well 
and are fast. I rode them on the double century circuit here in California last 
year and loved the added comfort and the secret added speed. I find these to be 
faster for me than just about any other tire I've tried, including the 
Challenge Parigi-Roubaix.

Here's the link:

https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.382542821802601.90947.124901454233407type=1


Joe


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[RBW] Looking for park repair stand parts

2012-05-14 Thread Joe Bartoe
I have some parts for a prs-3 os but need the upright pole and base. Anyone 
have anything?

Joe
  

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RE: [RBW] Re: Looking for park repair stand parts

2012-05-14 Thread Joe Bartoe

Hi Marty,

I'm looking for parts for a stand alone repair stand. I have the clamp and the 
portion that the clamp attaches to and allows for rotation of the clamp. The 
parts I need essentially would be the pole and the base plate. I was hoping to 
find someone who might have picked up something like this and had it laying 
around.

Thanks for the offer!

Joe

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Date: Mon, 14 May 2012 14:03:32 -0700
From: mgie...@mac.com
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Subject: [RBW] Re: Looking for park repair stand parts

Joe - I have the 90 degree benchmount for the stand in this picture that I 
could let go. Not sure if it's what you need, or could make work. It would need 
the folding screw-clamp on the top for rotation as that is in use on the pole 
stand. 

http://www.flickr.com/photos/32306142@N07/3641340233/in/set-72157619880239663/

Let me know if it would work and we'll go from there. 

Marty




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RE: [RBW] Grand Bois Cerf Green Label Tires

2012-05-10 Thread Joe Bartoe

Hi Michael,
 
They will measure somewhere between 28 and 29 actual. Probably just over 28.0 
actual.
 
Here's a write-up I did on my blog:
 
http://thesaltycyclist.blogspot.com/2010/02/initial-impressions-grand-bois-cerf.html
 
Joe
 
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Date: Thu, 10 May 2012 08:59:06 -0700
From: mhech...@gmail.com
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Subject: [RBW] Grand Bois Cerf Green Label Tires

A LBS has these on sale at an attractive price, so I might try them.  The store 
lists them as 28mm, the web site as 29, and I have heard they run a little 
large.  Can anyone tell me what they actually measure?  I would be putting them 
on Open Pro rims.


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RE: [RBW] Grand Bois Cerf Green Label Tires

2012-05-10 Thread Joe Bartoe

Michael,
 
The Roly-Poly is a very nice tire, but for me it feels sluggish and slow in 
comparison. I actually had a better experience with the Ruffy Tuffy than the 
Roly-Poly.
 
The Grand Bois Cerf has become my favorite tire. The green label on a set of 
Hed wheels actually measures 29C and is a nice round tire that feels incredible 
sure footed when cornering. I had a set of 26C Cerfs on my Davidson (doesn't 
really fit the 28C ones) and the 28C on my Calfee Tetra Pro Adventure. I've 
tried the Parigi-Roubaix, but like the Cerf better.
 
If flat resistance is factor, you may want to read up on that. Some have 
reported problems, but I've had very few issues.
 
Hope that helps,
 
Joe

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Date: Thu, 10 May 2012 09:33:46 -0700
From: mhech...@gmail.com
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Subject: Re: [RBW] Grand Bois Cerf Green Label Tires

Thanks Joe.  That is helpful.  The blog is almost two years old now; do you 
still feel the same.  Have you ever ridden the Roly-Poly and could you compare 
the two?

On Thursday, May 10, 2012 12:15:33 PM UTC-4, jbartoe wrote:


Hi Michael,
 
They will measure somewhere between 28 and 29 actual. Probably just over 28.0 
actual.
 
Here's a write-up I did on my blog:
 
http://thesaltycyclist.blogspot.com/2010/02/initial-impressions-grand-bois-cerf.html
 
Joe
 
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Date: Thu, 10 May 2012 08:59:06 -0700
From: mhech...@gmail.com
To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com
Subject: [RBW] Grand Bois Cerf Green Label Tires

A LBS has these on sale at an attractive price, so I might try them.  The store 
lists them as 28mm, the web site as 29, and I have heard they run a little 
large.  Can anyone tell me what they actually measure?  I would be putting them 
on Open Pro rims. 


Michael
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RE: [RBW] Re: What is the best 28-30 mm 700c tire for fast riding on pavement?

2012-04-16 Thread Joe Bartoe

I commuted and did double centuries on the Grand Bois Cerf green labels for 
about a year. I had great luck with them. Light, fast, and pretty puncture 
resistant. For me. Other people may differ in their opinion, but I find that if 
I unweight my saddle going over stuff, keep and eye out and avoid stuff, and 
occasionally inspect the tires that they serve me well. 

Joe

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Date: Mon, 16 Apr 2012 13:24:46 -0700
From: mhech...@gmail.com
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Subject: [RBW] Re: What is the best 28-30 mm 700c tire for fast riding on 
pavement?

Great Question.  It's the same question I posted at the end of the Where does 
the Rambouillet fit into the Rivendell Line Thread.  It must haven't gotten 
lost in the shuffle.  I need new tires for my Ram, so I'm tuned in to this 
question.
But it depends what you mean by best.  Jan Heine clearly defines that as 
lowest rolling resistance and fastest.  GP means, decent speed and most 
comfortable.  A commuter, who isn't daft in the head, means most puncture 
resistant.
I really appreciate a light, fast responsive bike and the ride it gives me; but 
the reality is that VT road shoulders have miles of poor pavement (and even 
where the pavement is good it might be covered in dried cow poop!) so I want 
the fastest tire that doesn't feel agonizing after and hour of rough road 
riding.  JB's, wins hands down in the +30 category; but what's the best choice 
in the 3o and under arena?
Some have commented on puncture resistance, which I take to mean resistance to 
sharp objects, but what about the comfort-speed continuum on less than perfect 
pavement?
Michael, cycling through deadening head winds today.  

On Sunday, April 15, 2012 12:47:12 PM UTC-4, David T. wrote:What is the best 
28-30 mm 700c tire for fast riding on pavement? Or

some good ones?











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RE: [RBW] Re: New chain skipping

2012-04-15 Thread Joe Bartoe

That would be the answer. Replacing a worn chain resulting in skipping should 
always make you think worn cassette. If no amount of adjusting dials it in, 
it's time for a new cassette.

I didn't see the original thread here, but if you're using a master link, make 
sure it's installed properly. If it isn't seated properly, it may be shorter 
than it should be at that link. If you have a Wipperman link, there's an 
orientation that you need to worry about. Barring that, new cassette.

Joe

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 Date: Sun, 15 Apr 2012 19:12:06 -0700
 Subject: [RBW] Re: New chain skipping
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 To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com
 
 I agree. Both of those answers are probably the two most likely
 suspects. Your old chain and your cassette wore together, and when you
 put the new chain on, it revealed the wear in the cassette that was
 hidden before.
 
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[RBW] WTB: 62cm frameset for single speed/fixed gear use

2012-04-03 Thread Joe Bartoe

Hi Everyone,
 
I'm looking for a decent frame for this purpose. Let me know what you have and 
pricing.
 
Thanks,
 
Joe

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[RBW] Stolen Salsa Chili con Crosso (San Juan Capistrano)

2012-03-27 Thread Joe Bartoe

Please, be on the look out for a stolen Salsa Chili con Crosso
 
60 cm Grey/Blue
Dura Ace/ DI2 components with Ultegra Crank
Shimano PRO labeled stem/ handlebar
 
If you see it, please report it and call the owner (Tyler: 828-337-2165)

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RE: [RBW] Today's Riv-ish Lytro Photo

2012-03-17 Thread Joe Bartoe

Eric-

It that the internal geared fixie. Guessing that's the shifter on the bar end. 

Joe

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Subject: [RBW] Today's Riv-ish Lytro Photo
Date: Sat, 17 Mar 2012 14:04:24 -0700
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My Quickbeam:
https://pictures.lytro.com/campyonlyguy/pictures/44086
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RE: [RBW] Weight

2012-03-02 Thread Joe Bartoe

Just be cautious. when bike are weighed for spec purposes, the bikes are 
usually bare of any accoutrements-no bottle cages, no bags, no computers, no 
fenders, no pedals.

I weighed my rear bag after a brevet once and found that it alone weighed 10lbs 
with all the stuff I had in it. Add a couple lights and an 18 lb bike and you 
get to 30+ pretty easily.

Joe

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Date: Thu, 1 Mar 2012 23:15:37 -0800
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Subject: [RBW] Weight

I have a 64cm road bike and I just made the mistake of weighing it. 35 lbs. 
THIRTY. FIVE.
It seems astronomical but is it? It's not like I have a dutch city bike (well 
it IS Dutch but a touring bike). Is 35lbs excessive? I kept my pump, an acorn 
bag, patch equipment and tools and fenders all on it.
It's the same bike Iv'e posted before...
http://www.flickr.com/photos/ryanrray/6747584237/in/photostream 






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RE: [RBW] Re: For Sale: 63cm A. Homer Hilsen 52cm RB-1

2012-02-29 Thread Joe Bartoe

Hi Luke,

Could you send some pics and give me a reminder of what, if anything, is 
included?

Thanks,

Joe

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 Date: Tue, 28 Feb 2012 21:08:23 -0800
 Subject: [RBW] Re: For Sale: 63cm A. Homer Hilsen  52cm RB-1
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 RB-1 is sold.
 
 AHH still for sale, lower price $2300 + split cost of actual shipping.
 
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RE: [RBW] SH/AHH sizing question

2012-02-26 Thread Joe Bartoe

Hi Suraj,

Here's a link to my Riv Custom Spec sheet:

http://thesaltycyclist.blogspot.com/2009/07/rivendell-road-spec-sheet.html

It came out as a 63.5cm bike with 60cm top tube (measured horizontally, but 
actual length is longer due to slight upslope). I also had a A Homer Hilsen in 
63cm that fit very well. 

As you can see on the spec sheet, I have a pbh just under 93cm and I am the 
same height as you. If anything, you are smidge shorter in the upper body, but 
not by much. Given my experience on the 63cm AHH, which you can see built up 
for me here 
(http://thesaltycyclist.blogspot.com/2010/01/commutin-rig-homer-hilsen.html), I 
would recommend a 64 only if you planned on having high handlebars. That would 
be the only way to get the distance to the bars to be comfortable for you. If 
you like your handlebars lower than the saddle (mine are always about 4cm below 
my saddle), I'd recommend going down one size than recommended to 63cm. In the 
pic of my AHH, the stem has no rise and is 10cm in length (for reference).

These are all relative, of course. Think about how you'll be riding the bike 
and how you'd want it set up and decide accordingly.

Hope that helps,

Joe

PS- I can't find the specs for the 60cm Hillborne but I'm guessing it would be 
an odd fit for you based on the measurements provided.

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 Date: Sat, 25 Feb 2012 11:14:48 -0800
 Subject: [RBW] SH/AHH sizing question
 From: suraj.shanmu...@gmail.com
 To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com
 
 Hello all,
 
 I live in Australia and am thinking of picking up a Riv, either a
 Hillborne or a Hilsen. Given shipping issues etc. I'm sweating over
 picking the right sized frame. My PBH is 94cm but my height is only
 186cm ie. I have a pretty long bottom half and short top half. The
 folks at Riv are suggesting that I should be looking at a 64cm
 Hillborne or a 65cm Hilsen.
 
 Now this to me seems massive, as I seem to be comfortable on an
 effective top tube length of about 570mm on a standard racing bike
 (56-68cm frame). Any top tube past 580mm and I feel like its a bit of
 a stretch. I'm therefore thinking of maybe a smaller Hilsen (?63) or a
 60cm Hillborne.
 
 I do appreciate that the bars will be higher thus shortening the
 distance to handlebars but still it seems like those frames are a bit
 stretched out for me. Anyone with a similar build who has had
 experiences positive or negative with Riv sizing? Could you provide
 some advice? Thanks!
 
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[RBW] Two Wheels. All Ways. (Jon Grant's work)

2012-02-25 Thread Joe Bartoe

Hi Everyone,

We have just uploaded a line of t-shirts onto our online shop featuring Jon 
Grant's fantastic drawings:

 http://shop.synapticcycles.com/?cat=37
The majority of the proceeds go directly to Jon and 10% will be donated to 
CureSearch for Children's Cancer. I know I've been hitting everyone hard for 
Jon's sake. This time I am only pointing it out as a way of putting some great 
drawings and t-shirts out there. Yes, it does support a great cause, but it's 
also a wonderful product!

Thanks again for all the support you've show Jon through everything!

Best,

Joe

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[RBW] RE: Two Wheels. All Ways. (Jon Grant's work)

2012-02-25 Thread Joe Bartoe

Forgot to mention that if you are going to NAHBS, we'll be selling the shirts 
for $25 there. The $30 on the website includes shipping.

joe

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Subject: Two Wheels. All Ways. (Jon Grant's work)
Date: Sat, 25 Feb 2012 18:50:38 -0800







Hi Everyone,

We have just uploaded a line of t-shirts onto our online shop featuring Jon 
Grant's fantastic drawings:

 http://shop.synapticcycles.com/?cat=37
The majority of the proceeds go directly to Jon and 10% will be donated to 
CureSearch for Children's Cancer. I know I've been hitting everyone hard for 
Jon's sake. This time I am only pointing it out as a way of putting some great 
drawings and t-shirts out there. Yes, it does support a great cause, but it's 
also a wonderful product!

Thanks again for all the support you've show Jon through everything!

Best,

Joe

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[RBW] Jon Grant and Cure Search (please read)

2012-02-17 Thread Joe Bartoe

Hi Everyone,

As you remember, I was selling Jon's prints a while back (and still am BTW) to 
support him and his family as they dealt with the illness and then loss of 
their son. He is doing a walk for Cure Search tomorrow (Saturday) in Houston in 
memory of Auggie. He and Cheryl, his wife, have chose Cure Search as their 
charity of choice for donations in honor of Auggie. When I spoke to Jon 
earlier, he was unsure about the walk and how he would feel about doing it at a 
time when his loss is so fresh. He was expressing his uncertainty about how a 
walk (or a ride or any such event) would do anything to raise money for 
anything, even Cancer research.

I only bring this up because I am unsure how many of you know about the walk 
and the way to pledge money to Jon and the other people walking in honor of 
Auggie. If you'd like to donate, please do so at this link:

http://www.curesearchwalk.org/faf/donorReg/donorPledge.asp?ievent=489812supid=352307976hallenge

Thanks everyone! You all have been amazingly supportive to Jon during this time 
and it's part of the reason why I stay affiliated with the RBW and IBOB lists.

Best,

Joe

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[RBW] NAHBS and Booth space

2012-02-02 Thread Joe Bartoe

Hi All,

Shot in the dark, but does anyone have some space in their booth or know of 
someone who might? We'd like to sell some prints and t-shirts at NAHBS and the 
powers that be don't seem inclined to give us some or our own space. Willing to 
share in the costs.

Thanks,

Joe

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RE: [RBW] Long Beach Bike Builders (or SoCal)

2012-01-23 Thread Joe Bartoe
Try Chuck at Pacific Coast Cycles in Oceanside. He even has a few Rivs in his 
shop.

 Date: Sun, 22 Jan 2012 22:13:44 -0800
 Subject: [RBW] Long Beach Bike Builders (or SoCal)
 From: mgoldswor...@gmail.com
 To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com
 
 Hi all -
 
 thanks so much for all the really helpful responses to my questions
 about the 56cm Sam.
 
 Now, another one. Is anyone familiar with a Rivendell-esque bike shop
 in the Long Beach (or SoCal) area that could possibly do a build for
 me?
 
 thanks in advance
 
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RE: [RBW] Roadeo or RB1?

2012-01-06 Thread Joe Bartoe

Robert Zeidler said: 

All of this just about has me ready to pull the trigger. 
On a new Calfee with the Adventure set-up. 

I say: Great idea! I love mine!

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Date: Thu, 5 Jan 2012 19:37:41 -0600
Subject: Re: [RBW] Roadeo or RB1?
From: zeidler.rob...@gmail.com
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All of this just about has me ready to pull the trigger. 
On a new Calfee with the Adventure set-up. 

On Thursday, January 5, 2012, Kelly Sleeper tkslee...@gmail.com wrote:

 Actually it was relating to the subject line.. ROADEO or RBI.. then when the 
 Roadeo is suggested it is treated as being no different than an 80's 
 whatever.  I disagree with that and that you get the Rivendell ride from all 
 of those bikes.

 Not a matter of anger or being snarky, just thought it was funny.   I've seen 
 my wife and she had the xtralight Merlin, and a Lemond.  Both sat there and 
 were  never ridden after she got the Rodeo.  Eventually she sold the Merlin 
 extralite.

 Every review I've seen on the Roadeo from other owners on here has been very 
 positive.The few short rides I've had on the Roadeo have been impressive. 
  Just wish they made won big enough for me.
 Considering is a swiss army knife no different than an 80's trek or just an 
 over priced steel wannabe is ok.. just surprising since we are in a Rivendell 
 forum.  Figured some other owners would have spoke up.


 Patrick, yes I took it as baiting and didn't think you were serious about 
 wanting an honest review or thought as you've read the same posts and more as 
 I have.  I also know that how a bike feels to me may not be the same as it 
 will feel for you.

 Just as I don't believe a long haul trucker rides the same as an atlantis.  
 For me it's a fact I've ridden them side by side... other disagree.  Take the 
 silver brakes off and put on a dura-ace group, thread less headset and 700x25 
 tires and go.

 Bicycle magazine indicated they didn't think the roadeo was smooth enough 
 when they made the tires hard instead of the pressure that was recommended.

 So as much as I enjoy your posts about your trikes and other bikes and such.. 
 yes this one felt like a bait people into giving information that you had no 
 intention of using.  Since you already had the information about the Roadeo 
 posted on here many times with outside reviews that you've read.

 With the large list of objections and reasons and price to not own a Roadeo 
 why ask about it even?  That was my perspective on it.  So ya baiting and 
 funny.. not a slam on you.. just an observation.

 Sure as heck not a word in anger.. see all of this typing to say what I said 
 in what a sentence.. :)   When I bought my AHH I took a 14 hour round trip 
 drive to ride one before ordering.  I don't care if GOD himself said it road 
 great I wasn't spending that kind of money without riding it.

 I'm glad the Country Bike Shop was there or I would have ended up flying to 
 California to ride one first.

 kelly



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RE: [RBW] GAH! It was the ______?!?

2011-12-22 Thread Joe Bartoe

In my experience, yes, the SRAM chains work better on SRAM drivetrains than on 
Shimano drivetrains. I also find that on my Force and Red drivetrains that 
replacing the SRAM cassette and chain with Shimano Ultegra, quiets the 
drivetrain and improves shifting performance. 

Joe

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 Date: Thu, 22 Dec 2011 20:20:44 -0500
 Subject: Re: [RBW] GAH! It was the __?!?
 From: stl...@gmail.com
 To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com
 
 Begs the question--does the SRAM chain work better with a SRAM drivetrain?
 
 
 Steve
 
 On Thu, Dec 22, 2011 at 8:13 PM, Doug Way jd-...@comcast.net wrote:
  Hi Rex-
 
  Debbie and I have had a similar problem twice before.  Both times we were
  running an SRAM chain on a Shimano drivetrain (Debbie's old Atlantis and my
  Bike Friday).  Can't tell you why, but I fixed the problem by putting a
  Shimano chain in place of the SRAM.  In both cases, it was like yours,
  drivetrain was noisy, we had lots of missed shifts, etc.  Deb's Atlantis had
  a Sugino crank, Shimano bar ends, and a Deore XT derailleur.  My BF has a
  Shimano 105 triple crank, bar end shifters, and 105 triple rear derailleur.
 
  Since that time, I've read a few reports (VeloNews) from bike mechanics
  about having funny shifting problems and fixing them by making sure they use
  a Shimano chain with Shimano drive trains.
 
  Glad you fixed your problems.  No, you haven't lost your mind.
 
  Best regards,
  Doug Way
  Roadeo and Atlantis
  Under 1.5 feet of snow in Boulder, CO
 
  On 12/22/11 5:35 PM, Rex Kerr wrote:
 
  Ever since building up my AHH I've been struggling with mis-shifts and
  noise in the drivetrain, details of which I've posted here a few times.  I
  tried everything I could think of...  even took it to Riv HQ to ask for
  help... everything that'd make it better would only make it slightly 
  better,
  and half of that was probably placebo.  I'd tried everything that came to
  mind, except for one simple thing [I'd already tried the complex stuff
  first]... I didn't try this one simple thing because I didn't have a
  compatible one in my parts inventory [yes, I have a parts inventory in my
  home shop] to try, and didn't want to take one off another bike...  So, I
  suffered and suffered and lost the best ~1000 miles of my bike to this pain
  [no idea exactly how many miles, no speedo]...  I really should have just
  bought another part, since it's a wear part and all, but whatever...
 
  So, last night while out cleaning the drivetrain (since it'd gotten
  particularly bad on my last ride home, so bad that I almost wanted to get
  off and walk home). I finally just did it...  I was hesitant, because I
  didn't want to put a worn one and wear out my other newer parts, but I
  measured the other bike's **CHAIN** for wear, and it was within tolerance,
  so I swapped them... IT'S SILENT NOW!!!  I didn't miss a single shift on 
  the
  way to work this morning, and it was nearly silent!!!
 
  So question... how does a brand new PC971 chain perform so poorly?
   I've never had such problems with SRAM chains before, and always preferred
  them over Shimano chains.  The one that I swapped was a KMC Z-9000 that I'd
  purchased a number of years ago from a shop that was selling new OE pulls
  for $4 (I wish now that I'd taken their entire inventory!!  What a 
  deal!)...
   what could be wrong that would make it perform so poorly?  It's been a 
  long
  time, so I probably can't get my money back from the LBS where I bought it,
  but it'd be nice to know what to look for in the future!
 
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RE: [RBW] A recalibrated subconscious

2011-12-11 Thread Joe Bartoe

Reminds me of those times when I'm walking and here something behind me and 
instinctively look to the left upper corner of my sunglasses to check my 
rearview mirror.

I hate it when that happens!

Joe

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 Subject: [RBW] A recalibrated subconscious
 From: jimcwar...@earthlink.net
 Date: Sun, 11 Dec 2011 09:15:51 -0800
 To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com
 
 
 I have a little Rivendell saddlebag story to tell. I've been commuting by 
 bicycle with extreme regularity for awhile now.
 
 Yesterday, instead of riding a bike I was driving my backup vehicle (an 
 automobile), and before getting into the car for my errand, I threw some 
 essential items into the Rivendell saddlebag (that's usually on my bike) and 
 put that in the back seat of the car.
 
 A few minutes into my drive, without consciously realizing what I was doing, 
 I reached my arm back to the saddlebag in the back seat to make sure that I 
 had closed the rear of it. You see, you have to do that when you are 
 traveling on your vehicle to make sure the stuff in the saddlebag doesn't 
 fall out just in case you carelessly forgot to close it.
 
 I came to my senses and realized what I was doing (the car is not a 
 convertible so there was no danger even if saddlebag was open), and then I 
 smiled, knowing that my subconscious is now calibrated to commuting by 
 bicycle as the norm.
 
 -Jim W.
 
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[RBW] Jon Grant

2011-12-09 Thread Joe Bartoe

Hi Everyone-Jon and Cheryl Grant have chosen a Cure Search as a place that 
they'd like donations to go in Auggie Grant's name. Cure Search is
 an organization  that funds and supports children’s cancer research and 
provides
 information and resources to those affected by children’s cancer. You can find 
a link here to donate:
http://www.curesearch.org/
I will gladly accept small donations via my PayPal account 
(jbar...@hotmail.com) and then forward the total sum to Cure Search in Auggie's 
name if that is easier for people. If you choose this route, please indicate 
that it's for Auggie and I will forward the money.

We still selling Jon's prints as well. You can find these here:

http://shop.synapticcycles.com/?cat=34
Jon is deeply touched by the outpouring of support by people within this group 
and the cycling community as a whole. I have been amazed at the response I've 
gotten from people and it makes me proud to be a member of not only this group 
but the cycling industry in general.Thanks,
Joe
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[RBW] Wool caps with earflaps are running low....

2011-12-06 Thread Joe Bartoe

I really had these bad boys made with y'all in mind so take a look. I have 
regular wool caps as well as cotton/poly caps as well.

http://shop.synapticcycles.com/?cat=32

Best,

Joe

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[RBW] Jon Grant

2011-12-05 Thread Joe Bartoe


Hi Everyone,

Sadly, I have heartbreaking news about Jon's son, Auggie.

From the Caring Bridge website for Auggie:

At 4:15 a.m., Monday, December 5, 2011, we lost our son 
and brother, Augusto Frederic Grant. He fought valiantly, backed by the 
best doctors using the latest medicines and the most advanced machines 
at a first-class facility, supported by a worldwide phalanx of prayer 
warriors. But in the face of overwhelming odds, none of it was enough. 
He went down swinging. We are heartbroken.



The family would like to remain undisturbed for the rest of today, December 5, 
2011.

Thanks to everyone who has supported Jon and his family during the past few 
days through your thoughts and prayers. Please, keep them in your thoughts and 
prayers now more than ever.

Joe

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[RBW] Re: Helping out a fellow RBW and IBob‏ Member

2011-12-04 Thread Joe Bartoe

Hi Everyone,

First off, thanks to those of you who have purchased one or more of Jon's 
prints, and thank you to all of you who have spread the word that his work 
exists and is for sale. I've been getting an amazing number of people visiting 
the site from other people's blogs and fb pages and twitter accounts. Please, 
keep that up. This will be a long haul for Auggie and the rest of the Grant 
family. Please, continue to keep them in your thoughts and prayers.

Someone has started a Caring Bridge site for Auggie which you can find here:

http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/teamavenger/

Thanks again everyone,

Joe

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RE: [RBW] Re: [BOB] Helping out a fellow RBW and IBob‏

2011-12-02 Thread Joe Bartoe

Hi Tom,

I was trying to address an issue earlier today and I switched a setting. I just 
corrected it. 

Please try again and let me know how it works. 

Best,

Joe

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[RBW] Helping out a fellow RBW and IBob

2011-12-01 Thread Joe Bartoe

Hi Everyone,

As some of you may or may not know, one of the regular contributors to this 
list Jon Papa Grant is a graphic illustrator extraordinaire who has worked on 
the graphics that many of us see on the Rivendell bikes-Riv Customs, Bleriot, 
etc. Recently, he has done several drawings of classic bicycle components and 
has made prints of them.

I had agreed to help him out with the sale of these by listing them on my site 
and taking a modest fee for the sale of each. As we prepared for the 
announcement, he learned that his son is very sick and is now put in a position 
where raising some cash is vital. For this reason, I am asking you to take a 
look at the pics and if there's interest to purchase some of his pieces to 
please do so. I have decided that any and all money raised from the sale of his 
prints will go directly to Jon and his family. I will not be taking anything 
off the top. 

You can see the pictures and descriptions in my shop here:

http://shop.synapticcycles.com/?cat=34

Please, respect Jon's privacy during this time and don't send tons of email his 
way. He will talk about it if and when he feels comfortable doing so.

Thanks so much,

Joe

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RE: [RBW] Helping out a fellow RBW and IBob

2011-12-01 Thread Joe Bartoe

Sorry, forgot to mention that all prices include shipping on these items.

Joe Bartoe

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email: j...@synapticcycles.com
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Twitter: @synapticcycles

phone: 949-374-6079

From: jbar...@hotmail.com
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Subject: [RBW] Helping out a fellow RBW and IBob
Date: Thu, 1 Dec 2011 08:32:33 -0800








Hi Everyone,

As some of you may or may not know, one of the regular contributors to this 
list Jon Papa Grant is a graphic illustrator extraordinaire who has worked on 
the graphics that many of us see on the Rivendell bikes-Riv Customs, Bleriot, 
etc. Recently, he has done several drawings of classic bicycle components and 
has made prints of them.

I had agreed to help him out with the sale of these by listing them on my site 
and taking a modest fee for the sale of each. As we prepared for the 
announcement, he learned that his son is very sick and is now put in a position 
where raising some cash is vital. For this reason, I am asking you to take a 
look at the pics and if there's interest to purchase some of his pieces to 
please do so. I have decided that any and all money raised from the sale of his 
prints will go directly to Jon and his family. I will not be taking anything 
off the top. 

You can see the pictures and descriptions in my shop here:

http://shop.synapticcycles.com/?cat=34

Please, respect Jon's privacy during this time and don't send tons of email his 
way. He will talk about it if and when he feels comfortable doing so.

Thanks so much,

Joe

Joe Bartoe

Synaptic Cycles Bicycle Rentals, Inc.
email: j...@synapticcycles.com
website: www.synapticcycles.com
Twitter: @synapticcycles

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RE: [RBW] dropping roadies feels so good.

2011-11-21 Thread Joe Bartoe

matthiasbe...@gmail.com said:

It's been said that a bicycle without fenders is just a toy.To me 
that's a little extreme, but makes a good point if the bicycle lives in 
an area that gets more than, say, 35 inches of rain per year.   However 
in my opinion it's not too extreme to say the same thing about provision
 for carrying cargo, however small (and not just water bottles).   

NOT that there's anything wrong with toys(!)-   but I think bicycles deserve a 
better purpose at least once in their lifetimes.

I say:

I've run into many a racer and roadie that uses their high end road bike as 
their commuter vehicle. In fact, so have I. For 3 years, I commuted 4 days a 
week on average on my road bike, 15-20 miles each way. I used a courier bag or 
backpack, transporting my clothing and lunch each day, sometimes my laptop as 
well. When I get out for rides on the weekend, it's nice to feel unencumbered. 
The bike feels lighter and faster that way. 

So, my road bikes are not just toys but transportation. Gloriously fast 
transportation. They are a tool that I use to get outside and stay fit. The 
idea that I somehow need to attach bags and racks to get usefulness out of my 
bike is ridiculous. There are times when it is appropriate, but even then I 
have a feeling that most on this list go a bit overboard.

Joe

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Date: Mon, 21 Nov 2011 07:40:57 -0800
From: matthiasbe...@gmail.com
To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com
Subject: Re: [RBW] dropping roadies feels so good.

It's been said that a bicycle without fenders is just a toy.To me that's a 
little extreme, but makes a good point if the bicycle lives in an area that 
gets more than, say, 35 inches of rain per year.   However in my opinion it's 
not too extreme to say the same thing about provision for carrying cargo, 
however small (and not just water bottles).   

NOT that there's anything wrong with toys(!)-   but I think bicycles deserve a 
better purpose at least once in their lifetimes.



On Monday, November 21, 2011 10:15:03 AM UTC-5, James Warren wrote:
They're not.I know stubborn people who stop just short of telling me that they 
wouldn't be caught dead ever attaching anything resembling a bag to their bike. 
It means that the kinds of rides I like to do (overnighters) are never an 
option for us planning group events.-Jim W.
On Nov 21, 2011, at 6:53 AM, René Sterental wrote: I'd like to see them 
pulling/pushing my heft and see if they'd even be riding...



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[RBW] Double top tube video star

2011-11-15 Thread Joe Bartoe

Check it out:

Mark Ronson  The Business Intl - The Bike 
Songhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rVELTxKRoHA

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[RBW] My Store (cycling caps and jerseys)

2011-11-08 Thread Joe Bartoe

I've updated my shop site:

http://shop.synapticcycles.com/

We have jerseys and wind vests on sale. Additionally, we have all new wool 
caps, with and without earflaps, cotton caps, and some limited moisture wicking 
caps. All are made in the US by Walz Caps. Additionally, we are offering free 
shipping on all clothing items for a limited time.

Thanks,

Joe

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RE: [RBW] Re: Fancy Hub Conundrum: Chris King vs. White Industries vs. Hope

2011-11-03 Thread Joe Bartoe

The answer to the angry bee sound of a King hub is to keep pedaling. Coasting 
is for sissies!

Joe

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 Date: Thu, 3 Nov 2011 15:05:42 -0700
 Subject: [RBW] Re: Fancy Hub Conundrum: Chris King vs. White Industries vs. 
 Hope
 From: clotht...@gmail.com
 To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com
 
 Agreed. Bought a King cassette hub for the Bleriot thinking I'd do my
 part for the local economy/support the Home Team, etc... never again.
 Love Chris' headsets, but The Angry Bee is not for me. Thousands of
 miles on it, still louder than a Tea Party get-together at a Metallica
 concert.
 
 On an average night, my wife  daughter can hear me coming home from a
 ride: 4 houses away, while they're inside.
 
 No Ninja riding with a King rear hub.
 
 I'm either going back to Phil or White after this hub dies--or I shoot
 it.
 
 -Scott
 
 On Nov 3, 1:04 pm, Allan in Portland allan_f...@aracnet.com wrote:
  FWIW, you couldn't give me a Chris King. The hubs are all over Portland.
  Too loud, too NASCAR. The WI, which came to me through purchase of a used
  bike, I find pleasant in both looks and sound. It is also incredibly
  smooth. It spins down a stop like no other wheel I've owned.
 
  Regards,
  -Allan
 
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[RBW] Bike for Kids Donations Plea

2011-11-03 Thread Joe Bartoe

Hi Everyone,

I have posted this before, but I wanted to re-send. I am helping out an effort 
to raise money for the Santa Ana Boys and Girls Club (California) that is aimed 
at providing bikes and helmets for 100 underpriveleged kids during the upcoming 
holiday season. 

If you would like to donate, please print our the form found here, fill it out, 
and send it in to the address found at the bottom of the donation sheet. You 
don't need to donate a lot, but $100 pays for a bike and helmet for a kid whose 
family can't afford to buy one for.

https://docs.google.com/open?id=0B42NVrzfsE1eMmM4NmM1N2YtYTdhNy00MmQ0LWE2M2QtODgyNThlNmUyYjcx

Before any of you suggest putting up a Paypal account for donations, we've been 
through that with the club and it ain't happening.

Also, we are having a build-a-thon at the club on December 3rd at 1PM at the 
Boys and Girls Club in Santa Ana. If any of you have a nice set of tools and 
would like to take part, please let me know.

Thanks in advance,

Joe

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RE: [RBW] Bike for Kids Donations Plea

2011-11-03 Thread Joe Bartoe

Definitely. I believe they are getting locks along with everything else. I will 
double check.

Anyone up for building bikes on the 3rd of December in Santa Ana?

Joe

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Date: Thu, 3 Nov 2011 17:20:08 -0700
Subject: Re: [RBW] Bike for Kids Donations Plea
From: cyclotour...@gmail.com
To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com

Awesome charity, Joe.  

Don't forget to include a hefty lock with each bike, too!

On Thu, Nov 3, 2011 at 4:04 PM, Joe Bartoe jbar...@hotmail.com wrote:






Hi Everyone,

I have posted this before, but I wanted to re-send. I am helping out an effort 
to raise money for the Santa Ana Boys and Girls Club (California) that is aimed 
at providing bikes and helmets for 100 underpriveleged kids during the upcoming 
holiday season. 


If you would like to donate, please print our the form found here, fill it out, 
and send it in to the address found at the bottom of the donation sheet. You 
don't need to donate a lot, but $100 pays for a bike and helmet for a kid whose 
family can't afford to buy one for.


https://docs.google.com/open?id=0B42NVrzfsE1eMmM4NmM1N2YtYTdhNy00MmQ0LWE2M2QtODgyNThlNmUyYjcx


Before any of you suggest putting up a Paypal account for donations, we've been 
through that with the club and it ain't happening.

Also, we are having a build-a-thon at the club on December 3rd at 1PM at the 
Boys and Girls Club in Santa Ana. If any of you have a nice set of tools and 
would like to take part, please let me know.


Thanks in advance,

Joe

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[RBW] New Caps in stock (wool, wool with ear flaps, cotton, custom moisture-wicking).

2011-10-25 Thread Joe Bartoe

Hi Everyone,

I've gotten new caps from Walz in stock. Some of you expressed interest in ear 
flap models and cotton versions of our wool caps. You can see them here for now:

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Synaptic-Cycles/124901454233407

I've listed the prices on the descriptions. I'll be getting them into my online 
shop soon, but if you'd like to order in the meantime, feel free to contact me 
directly and I will take your order directly. Mention the list and I'll give 
you free shipping!

Thanks for looking,

Joe

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RE: [RBW] Re: SoCal October Ride - San Clemente 10/15/11

2011-10-14 Thread Joe Bartoe

The address for my place is:

34662 Calle Rosita
Capistrano Beach, CA 92624

Is anyone coming in by train then? If so, let us know and we'll meet you at the 
coffee place down near the train station.

Joe

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 Date: Thu, 13 Oct 2011 10:12:48 -0700
 Subject: [RBW] Re: SoCal October Ride - San Clemente 10/15/11
 From: cyclotour...@gmail.com
 To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com
 
 Thanks for the update, Doug.  Guess we should have had this grand
 adventure one week earlier... :-(  Guess Joe's driveway is going to be
 pretty full!
 
 BTW, knobbies are over-rated for this ride.  Don't need 'em unless you
 really like riding on them.  I mean really, it's a typical SoCal Riv
 ride!!!
 
 
 On Oct 13, 9:55 am, dougP dougpn...@cox.net wrote:
  Metrolink update:  as of Monday 10/10 the Orange County / Inland
  Empire Metrolink schedule changed and the first train does not arrive
  at San Clemente until nearly 11AM!  That punts me into the driving
  mode (ugh!).
 
  dougP
 
  On Oct 10, 11:03 am, cyclotour...@gmail.com cyclotour...@gmail.com
  wrote:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   Here's an updated map, showing the planned route from Metrolink
   station:  http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/San-Clemente-mixed-surface
 
   Whole lotta' climbing, but it won't be hot, and we're never more than
   1/4 mile from any sort of a bail-out option.  The beauty of this ride
   being based in crazy-busy Orange County.  It's a jewel of a route most
   people don't know about!
 
   I haven't fully convinced myself to bring knobbied, but am definitely
   thinking about it.   There's a lot of riding through town that knobs
   wouldn't be too fun with, but then the entire other half (55% to be
   precise is on dirt).   Decisions, decisions...
 
   On Oct 6, 11:55 am, Joe Bartoe jbar...@hotmail.com wrote:
 
If you are coming to the ride and driving, we can meet at my home: 
34662 Calle Rosita, Capistrano Beach, CA 92624
 
After getting ready, we'll head down to the coffee place near the train 
station to meet those coming in from that direction. If people would 
like, we can roll down a bit early to get some coffee and pastries 
prior to the ride.
 
Joe
 
Joe Bartoe
 
Synaptic Cycles Bicycle Rentals, Inc.
email: j...@synapticcycles.com
website:www.synapticcycles.com
Twitter: @synapticcycles
 
phone: 949-374-6079
 
 Date: Thu, 6 Oct 2011 10:57:25 -0700
 Subject: [RBW] Re: SoCal October Ride - San Clemente 10/15/11
 From: cyclotour...@gmail.com
 To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com
 
 And it looks like a href=http://www.flickr.mud.yahoo.com/groups/
 socal_rivendell_bicycle_appreciation_society/discuss/
 72157627749072438/Joe is volunteering to do just that!/a  So who
 is planning on going?  No limit on numbers of course, but you'll need
 to get in contact w/ Joe for directions.
 
 Again, this isn't crazy epic, but a ride along Pacific Ocean, then
 doing some climbing up into the coastal foothills.  Probably 1/2 dirt,
 but on hard-pack trails.  Marathons would be the perfect all around
 tire for it.  If there's consensus, we can ride some singletrack back
 down at the end.
 
 On Sep 25, 11:35 am, dougP dougpn...@cox.net wrote:
  Joe:
 
  We could change the route to swing by your house.  :-)
 
  dougP
 
  On Sep 25, 10:33 am, Joe Bartoe jbar...@hotmail.com wrote:
 
   I wish this was closer to me so I could make it.
 
   Joe
 
   Joe Bartoe
 
   Synaptic Cycles Bicycle Rentals, Inc.
   email: j...@synapticcycles.com
   website:www.synapticcycles.com
   Twitter: @synapticcycles
 
   phone: 949-374-6079
 
   Date: Sun, 25 Sep 2011 08:33:56 -0700
   Subject: [RBW] SoCal October Ride -SanClemente10/15/11
   From: cyclotour...@gmail.com
   To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com
 
   If you're in the neighborhood, a ride inSanClementeis taking 
   shape.  Planning for the 15th, with the 22nd as a possibility if 
   enough schedules need it.  Discussion on flickr (we really should 
   start a google group...) here:  
   http://www.flickr.com/groups/socal_rivendell_bicycle_appreciation_soc...
 
   Great route that can add in some premier singletrack if 
   requested.  Lots of food options in town, which is really what 
   these rides are all about.
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RE: [RBW] Re: SoCal October Ride - San Clemente 10/15/11

2011-10-14 Thread Joe Bartoe

Oops, yes, the phone number below is your best bet for reaching me should you 
need directions or be running late?

Joe Bartoe

Synaptic Cycles Bicycle Rentals, Inc.
email: j...@synapticcycles.com
website: www.synapticcycles.com
Twitter: @synapticcycles

phone: 949-374-6079

Date: Fri, 14 Oct 2011 15:45:18 -0700
Subject: Re: [RBW] Re: SoCal October Ride - San Clemente 10/15/11
From: cyclotour...@gmail.com
To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com

Joe, is the phone # on your email the best to get hold of you?  If we (me +2) 
are running late, might meet you in town.  

Back-up meet up spot is by Sugar Shack on El Camino.  That's basically at the 
base of the climb.


On Fri, Oct 14, 2011 at 3:05 PM, Joe Bartoe jbar...@hotmail.com wrote:






The address for my place is:

34662 Calle Rosita
Capistrano Beach, CA 92624

Is anyone coming in by train then? If so, let us know and we'll meet you at the 
coffee place down near the train station.


Joe

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email: j...@synapticcycles.com
website: www.synapticcycles.com

Twitter: @synapticcycles

phone: 949-374-6079

 Date: Thu, 13 Oct 2011 10:12:48 -0700
 Subject: [RBW] Re: SoCal October Ride - San Clemente 10/15/11

 From: cyclotour...@gmail.com
 To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com

 
 Thanks for the update, Doug.  Guess we should have had this grand
 adventure one week earlier... :-(  Guess Joe's driveway is going to be
 pretty full!
 

 BTW, knobbies are over-rated for this ride.  Don't need 'em unless you
 really like riding on them.  I mean really, it's a typical SoCal Riv
 ride!!!
 
 
 On Oct 13, 9:55 am, dougP dougpn...@cox.net wrote:

  Metrolink update:  as of Monday 10/10 the Orange County / Inland
  Empire Metrolink schedule changed and the first train does not arrive
  at San Clemente until nearly 11AM!  That punts me into the driving

  mode (ugh!).
 
  dougP
 
  On Oct 10, 11:03 am, cyclotour...@gmail.com cyclotour...@gmail.com

  wrote:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   Here's an updated map, showing the planned route from Metrolink
   station:  http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/San-Clemente-mixed-surface

 
   Whole lotta' climbing, but it won't be hot, and we're never more than
   1/4 mile from any sort of a bail-out option.  The beauty of this ride
   being based in crazy-busy Orange County.  It's a jewel of a route most

   people don't know about!
 
   I haven't fully convinced myself to bring knobbied, but am definitely
   thinking about it.   There's a lot of riding through town that knobs

   wouldn't be too fun with, but then the entire other half (55% to be
   precise is on dirt).   Decisions, decisions...
 
   On Oct 6, 11:55 am, Joe Bartoe jbar...@hotmail.com wrote:

 
If you are coming to the ride and driving, we can meet at my home: 
34662 Calle Rosita, Capistrano Beach, CA 92624
 
After getting ready, we'll head down to the coffee place near the train 
station to meet those coming in from that direction. If people would 
like, we can roll down a bit early to get some coffee and pastries 
prior to the ride.

 
Joe
 
Joe Bartoe
 
Synaptic Cycles Bicycle Rentals, Inc.
email: j...@synapticcycles.com

website:www.synapticcycles.com
Twitter: @synapticcycles
 
phone: 949-374-6079

 
 Date: Thu, 6 Oct 2011 10:57:25 -0700
 Subject: [RBW] Re: SoCal October Ride - San Clemente 10/15/11
 From: cyclotour...@gmail.com

 To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com
 
 And it looks like a href=http://www.flickr.mud.yahoo.com/groups/

 socal_rivendell_bicycle_appreciation_society/discuss/
 72157627749072438/Joe is volunteering to do just that!/a  So who
 is planning on going?  No limit on numbers of course, but you'll need

 to get in contact w/ Joe for directions.
 
 Again, this isn't crazy epic, but a ride along Pacific Ocean, then
 doing some climbing up into the coastal foothills.  Probably 1/2 dirt,

 but on hard-pack trails.  Marathons would be the perfect all around
 tire for it.  If there's consensus, we can ride some singletrack back
 down at the end.

 
 On Sep 25, 11:35 am, dougP dougpn...@cox.net wrote:
  Joe:
 
  We could change the route to swing by your house.  :-)

 
  dougP
 
  On Sep 25, 10:33 am, Joe Bartoe jbar...@hotmail.com wrote:

 
   I wish this was closer to me so I could make it.
 
   Joe
 
   Joe Bartoe
 

   Synaptic Cycles Bicycle Rentals, Inc.
   email: j...@synapticcycles.com
   website:www.synapticcycles.com

   Twitter: @synapticcycles
 
   phone: 949-374-6079
 
   Date: Sun, 25 Sep 2011 08:33:56 -0700

   Subject: [RBW] SoCal October Ride -SanClemente10/15/11
   From: cyclotour...@gmail.com
   To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com

 
   If you're in the neighborhood, a ride inSanClementeis taking 
   shape.  Planning for the 15th, with the 22nd as a possibility if 
   enough schedules need it.  Discussion

RE: [RBW] Re: SoCal October Ride - San Clemente 10/15/11

2011-10-06 Thread Joe Bartoe

If you are coming to the ride and driving, we can meet at my home: 34662 Calle 
Rosita, Capistrano Beach, CA 92624

After getting ready, we'll head down to the coffee place near the train station 
to meet those coming in from that direction. If people would like, we can roll 
down a bit early to get some coffee and pastries prior to the ride.

Joe

Joe Bartoe

Synaptic Cycles Bicycle Rentals, Inc.
email: j...@synapticcycles.com
website: www.synapticcycles.com
Twitter: @synapticcycles

phone: 949-374-6079

 Date: Thu, 6 Oct 2011 10:57:25 -0700
 Subject: [RBW] Re: SoCal October Ride - San Clemente 10/15/11
 From: cyclotour...@gmail.com
 To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com
 
 And it looks like a href=http://www.flickr.mud.yahoo.com/groups/
 socal_rivendell_bicycle_appreciation_society/discuss/
 72157627749072438/Joe is volunteering to do just that!/a  So who
 is planning on going?  No limit on numbers of course, but you'll need
 to get in contact w/ Joe for directions.
 
 Again, this isn't crazy epic, but a ride along Pacific Ocean, then
 doing some climbing up into the coastal foothills.  Probably 1/2 dirt,
 but on hard-pack trails.  Marathons would be the perfect all around
 tire for it.  If there's consensus, we can ride some singletrack back
 down at the end.
 
 
 
 On Sep 25, 11:35 am, dougP dougpn...@cox.net wrote:
  Joe:
 
  We could change the route to swing by your house.  :-)
 
  dougP
 
  On Sep 25, 10:33 am, Joe Bartoe jbar...@hotmail.com wrote:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   I wish this was closer to me so I could make it.
 
   Joe
 
   Joe Bartoe
 
   Synaptic Cycles Bicycle Rentals, Inc.
   email: j...@synapticcycles.com
   website:www.synapticcycles.com
   Twitter: @synapticcycles
 
   phone: 949-374-6079
 
   Date: Sun, 25 Sep 2011 08:33:56 -0700
   Subject: [RBW] SoCal October Ride -SanClemente10/15/11
   From: cyclotour...@gmail.com
   To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com
 
   If you're in the neighborhood, a ride inSanClementeis taking shape.  
   Planning for the 15th, with the 22nd as a possibility if enough schedules 
   need it.  Discussion on flickr (we really should start a google group...) 
   here:  
   http://www.flickr.com/groups/socal_rivendell_bicycle_appreciation_soc...
 
   Great route that can add in some premier singletrack if requested.  Lots 
   of food options in town, which is really what these rides are all about.
   --
   Cheers,
   David
   Redlands, CA
 
   ...in terms of recreational cycling there are many riders who would
   probably benefit more from
   improving their taste than from improving
   their performance. - RTMS
 
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[RBW] Everything in my online shop is for sale

2011-10-04 Thread Joe Bartoe

All,

I thought I'd mention that everything in my shop is on sale and I am offering 
free shipping on everything with the exception of the bikes. There are a few 
L/XL Walz wool caps available and one or two S/M cotton Walz caps. Also jerseys 
and wind vests for those not newfangled material-aversive.

Best,

Joe

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[RBW] FW: Everything in my online shop is for sale (now with the link-sorry!)

2011-10-04 Thread Joe Bartoe

http://shop.synapticcycles.com/

Joe Bartoe

Synaptic Cycles Bicycle Rentals, Inc.
email: j...@synapticcycles.com
website: www.synapticcycles.com
Twitter: @synapticcycles

phone: 949-374-6079

From: jbar...@hotmail.com
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Subject: Everything in my online shop is for sale
Date: Tue, 4 Oct 2011 09:20:12 -0700








All,

I thought I'd mention that everything in my shop is on sale and I am offering 
free shipping on everything with the exception of the bikes. There are a few 
L/XL Walz wool caps available and one or two S/M cotton Walz caps. Also jerseys 
and wind vests for those not newfangled material-aversive.

Best,

Joe

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website: www.synapticcycles.com
Twitter: @synapticcycles

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RE: [RBW] Re: New York Times Article (Sport Grows, and Grows More Perilous)

2011-09-27 Thread Joe Bartoe

Okay, now. The idea that carbon bikes can only take skinny tires and are 
uncomfortable and are only for racing is SOO last year!

Take a look here at my Calfee Adventure: 

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Synaptic-Cycles/124901454233407#!/media/set/?set=a.221224974601054.57299.124901454233407type=1

The pic shows it fendered up with 28C Conti GP 4 seasons, but 30C tires will 
fit under the fenders. I could probably get a 32c tire in the bike without 
fenders, but have not tried yet. 

This same bike can be made for disc brakes as well, this increasing your 
ability to fit larger tires. Calfee has tweaked the geometry and made it a bit 
longer while adjusting frame angles a tad. The end result is a fast, stable 
bike that is comfortable and takes full advantage of the carbon material in 
minimizing road vibration. I can honestly say that this bike rides at least as 
well as my old Riv Road did (gasp!), and in some ways it does things better.

Anyone in the OC is welcome to give my ride a try if your tall enough to ride 
the 62cm frame. Just don't blame me if you like it better than your current 
steel bike.

Best,

Joe

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Synaptic Cycles Bicycle Rentals, Inc.
email: j...@synapticcycles.com
website: www.synapticcycles.com
Twitter: @synapticcycles

phone: 949-374-6079

 Date: Tue, 27 Sep 2011 08:55:06 -0700
 From: tkslee...@gmail.com
 To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com
 Subject: Re: [RBW] Re: New York Times Article (Sport Grows, and Grows More 
 Perilous)
 
 I've ridden cf for the past 10ish years without any failures. Then again I 
 went through 4 of them.  
 I ride steel for comfort and fun.  Much like some like mountain Biking, some 
 like road biking, for me the steel frame bigger tires upright position is 
 just different and fits me, not better. 
 
 If I want racing speed it's back to plastic and sore neck (for a bit) and 
 skinny tires.
 
 Kelly
 
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RE: [RBW] Re: New York Times Article (Sport Grows, and Grows More Perilous)

2011-09-27 Thread Joe Bartoe

Patrick Moore asked about my Calfee:

 That is very nice; a custom? If it takes 32s it has as much or almost
 as much clearance as my two custom Rivs.
 
 Why did you choose CF for such a bike (fenders, presumable more than
 minimal loads)? Ie, what advantage does it have?

Calfee has three frame levels (Luna, Tetra, and Dragonfly) and in each one you 
can get standard geometry or full custom. They are now offering the Adventure 
version of each frame. The upgrades are $225 extra, but I find that it makes 
the bike more stable as well as more versatile.

I chose the bike because I am a Calfee dealer and I also use them as my main 
rental bike, and I wanted to have a nice light bike that can handle larger 
tires, not beat me up, yet still be fast enough to do double centuries on. I 
rode one of my rentals for a bit and realized that the carbon was a good thing. 
I felt that it did a good jhob of not beating me up on rides and I would feel 
fresher longer. The Advneture version is even better at this with the larger 
tires and the adjusted geometry. I've never been one to put racks on a bike 
(Calfee can put rack mounts on the bike for you as well, however) or hang huge 
saddlebags on it. I make use of the drop bags and will throw on a banana bag if 
I need some storage space and a place to lash extra clothes to. 

I chose the SRAM Force drivetrain for its versatility as well. I have an Apex 
rear derailleur and an 11/32 cassette that I can put on the bike and have a 
34/32 low gear which gets me up most anything. Right now, SRAM is the only 
major component maker whose newest road groups are compatible with the mountain 
groups. If I wanted, I could out and one of the SRAM mountain derailleurs and 
cassettes on the bike and get even lower gearing.

Best,

Joe

Joe Bartoe

Synaptic Cycles Bicycle Rentals, Inc.
email: j...@synapticcycles.com
website: www.synapticcycles.com
Twitter: @synapticcycles

phone: 949-374-6079

 Date: Tue, 27 Sep 2011 10:39:33 -0600
 Subject: Re: [RBW] Re: New York Times Article (Sport Grows, and Grows More 
 Perilous)
 From: bertin...@gmail.com
 To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com
 
 That is very nice; a custom? If it takes 32s it has as much or almost
 as much clearance as my two custom Rivs.
 
 Why did you choose CF for such a bike (fenders, presumable more than
 minimal loads)? Ie, what advantage does it have?
 
 On Tue, Sep 27, 2011 at 10:17 AM, Joe Bartoe jbar...@hotmail.com wrote:
  Okay, now. The idea that carbon bikes can only take skinny tires and are
  uncomfortable and are only for racing is SOO last year!
 
  Take a look here at my Calfee Adventure:
 
  https://www.facebook.com/pages/Synaptic-Cycles/124901454233407#!/media/set/?set=a.221224974601054.57299.124901454233407type=1
 
  The pic shows it fendered up with 28C Conti GP 4 seasons, but 30C tires will
  fit under the fenders. I could probably get a 32c tire in the bike without
  fenders, but have not tried yet.
 
  This same bike can be made for disc brakes as well, this increasing your
  ability to fit larger tires. Calfee has tweaked the geometry and made it a
  bit longer while adjusting frame angles a tad. The end result is a fast,
  stable bike that is comfortable and takes full advantage of the carbon
  material in minimizing road vibration. I can honestly say that this bike
  rides at least as well as my old Riv Road did (gasp!), and in some ways it
  does things better.
 
  Anyone in the OC is welcome to give my ride a try if your tall enough to
  ride the 62cm frame. Just don't blame me if you like it better than your
  current steel bike.
 
  Best,
 
  Joe
 
  Joe Bartoe
  Synaptic Cycles Bicycle Rentals, Inc.
  email: j...@synapticcycles.com
  website: www.synapticcycles.com
  Twitter: @synapticcycles
  phone: 949-374-6079
 
  Date: Tue, 27 Sep 2011 08:55:06 -0700
  From: tkslee...@gmail.com
  To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com
  Subject: Re: [RBW] Re: New York Times Article (Sport Grows, and Grows
  More Perilous)
 
  I've ridden cf for the past 10ish years without any failures. Then again I
  went through 4 of them.
  I ride steel for comfort and fun. Much like some like mountain Biking,
  some like road biking, for me the steel frame bigger tires upright position
  is just different and fits me, not better.
 
  If I want racing speed it's back to plastic and sore neck (for a bit) and
  skinny tires.
 
  Kelly
 
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RE: [RBW] Re: New York Times Article (Sport Grows, and Grows More Perilous)

2011-09-27 Thread Joe Bartoe

Patrick,

We weighed it fully built up sans pedals when it arrived and it weighed 17.4 
lbs. I haven't weight it with the fenders so can't comment. Remember, this is a 
62cm bike so it's a difficult comparison. I imagine a 56cm bike would weigh 
closer to 17 lbs. I don't know the numbers on a steel bike, but would imagine 
it would weigh in the 22-24lb range so you'd save 4-7lbs depending on the size 
of the bike and the build.

Joe

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Synaptic Cycles Bicycle Rentals, Inc.
email: j...@synapticcycles.com
website: www.synapticcycles.com
Twitter: @synapticcycles

phone: 949-374-6079

 Date: Tue, 27 Sep 2011 13:08:34 -0600
 Subject: Re: [RBW] Re: New York Times Article (Sport Grows, and Grows More 
 Perilous)
 From: bertin...@gmail.com
 To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com
 
 Thanks, Joe. That bike puts CF in the range of my own particular likes
 -- I am assuming that Calfee does not build stupid light. What is
 the weight saving over a decent steel bike of the same design and
 built similarly?
 
 On Tue, Sep 27, 2011 at 11:31 AM, Joe Bartoe jbar...@hotmail.com wrote:
  Patrick Moore asked about my Calfee:
 
  That is very nice; a custom? If it takes 32s it has as much or almost
  as much clearance as my two custom Rivs.
 
  Why did you choose CF for such a bike (fenders, presumable more than
  minimal loads)? Ie, what advantage does it have?
 
  Calfee has three frame levels (Luna, Tetra, and Dragonfly) and in each one
  you can get standard geometry or full custom. They are now offering the
  Adventure version of each frame. The upgrades are $225 extra, but I find
  that it makes the bike more stable as well as more versatile.
 
  I chose the bike because I am a Calfee dealer and I also use them as my main
  rental bike, and I wanted to have a nice light bike that can handle larger
  tires, not beat me up, yet still be fast enough to do double centuries on. I
  rode one of my rentals for a bit and realized that the carbon was a good
  thing. I felt that it did a good jhob of not beating me up on rides and I
  would feel fresher longer. The Advneture version is even better at this with
  the larger tires and the adjusted geometry. I've never been one to put racks
  on a bike (Calfee can put rack mounts on the bike for you as well, however)
  or hang huge saddlebags on it. I make use of the drop bags and will throw on
  a banana bag if I need some storage space and a place to lash extra clothes
  to.
 
  I chose the SRAM Force drivetrain for its versatility as well. I have an
  Apex rear derailleur and an 11/32 cassette that I can put on the bike and
  have a 34/32 low gear which gets me up most anything. Right now, SRAM is the
  only major component maker whose newest road groups are compatible with the
  mountain groups. If I wanted, I could out and one of the SRAM mountain
  derailleurs and cassettes on the bike and get even lower gearing.
 
  Best,
 
  Joe
 
  Joe Bartoe
  Synaptic Cycles Bicycle Rentals, Inc.
  email: j...@synapticcycles.com
  website: www.synapticcycles.com
  Twitter: @synapticcycles
  phone: 949-374-6079
 
  Date: Tue, 27 Sep 2011 10:39:33 -0600
  Subject: Re: [RBW] Re: New York Times Article (Sport Grows, and Grows
  More Perilous)
  From: bertin...@gmail.com
  To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com
 
  That is very nice; a custom? If it takes 32s it has as much or almost
  as much clearance as my two custom Rivs.
 
  Why did you choose CF for such a bike (fenders, presumable more than
  minimal loads)? Ie, what advantage does it have?
 
  On Tue, Sep 27, 2011 at 10:17 AM, Joe Bartoe jbar...@hotmail.com wrote:
   Okay, now. The idea that carbon bikes can only take skinny tires and are
   uncomfortable and are only for racing is SOO last year!
  
   Take a look here at my Calfee Adventure:
  
  
   https://www.facebook.com/pages/Synaptic-Cycles/124901454233407#!/media/set/?set=a.221224974601054.57299.124901454233407type=1
  
   The pic shows it fendered up with 28C Conti GP 4 seasons, but 30C tires
   will
   fit under the fenders. I could probably get a 32c tire in the bike
   without
   fenders, but have not tried yet.
  
   This same bike can be made for disc brakes as well, this increasing your
   ability to fit larger tires. Calfee has tweaked the geometry and made it
   a
   bit longer while adjusting frame angles a tad. The end result is a fast,
   stable bike that is comfortable and takes full advantage of the carbon
   material in minimizing road vibration. I can honestly say that this bike
   rides at least as well as my old Riv Road did (gasp!), and in some ways
   it
   does things better.
  
   Anyone in the OC is welcome to give my ride a try if your tall enough to
   ride the 62cm frame. Just don't blame me if you like it better than your
   current steel bike.
  
   Best,
  
   Joe
  
   Joe Bartoe
   Synaptic Cycles Bicycle Rentals, Inc.
   email: j...@synapticcycles.com
   website: www.synapticcycles.com
   Twitter: @synapticcycles
   phone: 949-374

RE: [RBW] SoCal October Ride - San Clemente 10/15/11

2011-09-25 Thread Joe Bartoe

I wish this was closer to me so I could make it.

Joe

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email: j...@synapticcycles.com
website: www.synapticcycles.com
Twitter: @synapticcycles

phone: 949-374-6079

Date: Sun, 25 Sep 2011 08:33:56 -0700
Subject: [RBW] SoCal October Ride - San Clemente 10/15/11
From: cyclotour...@gmail.com
To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com

If you're in the neighborhood, a ride in San Clemente is taking shape.  
Planning for the 15th, with the 22nd as a possibility if enough schedules need 
it.  Discussion on flickr (we really should start a google group...) here:  
http://www.flickr.com/groups/socal_rivendell_bicycle_appreciation_society/discuss/72157627749072438/


Great route that can add in some premier singletrack if requested.  Lots of 
food options in town, which is really what these rides are all about.
-- 
Cheers,
David
Redlands, CA

...in terms of recreational cycling there are many riders who would 
probably benefit more from
improving their taste than from improving 
their performance. - RTMS





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[RBW] Wool Cycling Caps on Sale (L/XL Walz Caps)

2011-09-24 Thread Joe Bartoe

We have 3 wools caps in L/XL that we are trying to clear out to make room. 
Check them out here:

http://shop.synapticcycles.com/?p=546

These are handmade here in California and are great caps! 

Sorry about the commercial,

Joe

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RE: [RBW] My Sam is skipping and/or ghost shifting

2011-09-19 Thread Joe Bartoe

Is the cassette or freewheel used or is it relatively new? There are many 
people who tend to have a preferred gear and will wear that one out before the 
rest. If it's happening in only one cog, that may be the problem. One way to 
check is to change out the cassette or freewheel without doing adjusting 
anything else and see if it goes away.

Good luck,

Joe

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 Date: Mon, 19 Sep 2011 12:04:46 -0700
 Subject: [RBW] My Sam is skipping and/or ghost shifting
 From: robin...@gmail.com
 To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com
 
 Sheldon Brown says skipping is chain wear and ghost shifting is cable
 friction under the BB.
 I checked / treated for both. Jumped at the chance to try my new Park
 chain wear checker. A little grease on the cable guide. Just like the
 man said.
 
 No dice.
 
 It happens quite a lot, mostly and perhaps only in my 15 tooth cog.
 Not life threatening but certainly an annoyance.
 
 Rear D is also new, long cage Shimano, nothing special but seems to
 work fine otherwise.
 
 Chain tension and chain line seem OK.
 
 Ideas, anyone?
 
 Thanks,
 Jay
 
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[RBW] Not completely OT: A few wool caps for sale

2011-09-10 Thread Joe Bartoe

Hi everyone,

I just put some items in my online shop for sale. Some jerseys and caps by Walz 
Caps.

Take a look if there's interest:  

www.shop.synapticcycles.com

Logo and jersey design by our very own Jon Grant!

Best,

Joe

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RE: [RBW] Re: How Much Difference Would Different Wheels/Tires Make

2011-08-05 Thread Joe Bartoe

About a year and a half ago, I decided to try the Grand Bois Cypres tires on my 
road bike. I had a regular commute that I knew very well and would ride it 
consistently around the same pace every day. After switching the Grand Bois, 
there was a noticeable increase in average speed of my commutes. I was 
consistently 0.25 top 0.5 mph quicker with the Grand Bois tires than I was on 
the tires they replaced, Specialized Roubaix Pros. This wasn't a big change in 
weight, but was likely due to a significant decrease in rolling resistance. 
Tires make a big difference so don't be too quick to judge.

YMMV,

Joe

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Date: Fri, 5 Aug 2011 20:17:25 -0700
From: fie...@gmail.com
To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com
Subject: [RBW] Re: How Much Difference Would Different Wheels/Tires Make



On Friday, August 5, 2011 5:57:02 PM UTC-4, Solomander wrote:I have an AHH 
snip I wouldn't mind it if the bike was a bit quicker- especially on hills. 
snip  What do you think?
It's all about the engine. Usually, jettisoning some weight from the 
mid-section of the engine will help the most. Given what your current set up 
is, tire RR and wheel weight are very minor factors. 
Best,
Larry




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[RBW] OT Kinda: Bikes for kids pledge drive

2011-07-25 Thread Joe Bartoe

Hi Everyone,

I have been partnering up with a few people to figure out a way to get 100 
bikes and helmets for the Christmas at the Club event that is held every 
December at the Santa Ana Boys and Girls Club. Over the past few years, the 
number of bikes that have been given away each year has dropped dramatically 
and we are trying to make sure that we can get at least 100 kids on bikes this 
year.

If you would like to donate to this cause, please use this link to find and 
print out the pledge card:

http://tinyurl.com/3kos6qe

Also, please pass this along to others. This is a great cause and getting kids 
on bikes is near and dear to all our hearts!

Thanks,

Joe

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[RBW] OT: Need advice on hauling lots of bikes

2011-06-23 Thread Joe Bartoe

Hi everyone,

I am planning an event where I will need to haul 16 bikes to a site for a ride 
and need some advice on just how to do that. I was thinking of renting a moving 
van, truck, or trailer. The questions that come to mind are: (1) how big a van, 
truck, or trailer will I need?; and (2) what's the best way to secure and 
protect the bikes from damage during transport?

The bikes will be a mix of flat bar road bikes, city/commuter bikes and a few 
road bikes, if that makes a difference in the discussion. Also, they will all 
be built up.

Any advice would be greatly appreciated. 

Thanks in advance,

Joe

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[RBW] Coronado route sheets?

2011-06-04 Thread Joe Bartoe
Anyone have one they can send? 2-3 he ride?

Thanks,

Joe
  

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[RBW] FS: Rivendell Road 63.5cm

2011-05-24 Thread Joe Bartoe

Hi Everyone,

I still have my Riv frame for sale:

Here are links to the spec sheet and pic after it was repainted 2 years ago:

http://thesaltycyclist.blogspot.com/2009/07/rivendell-road-spec-sheet.html

http://thesaltycyclist.blogspot.com/2009/05/blog-post.html

The
 fork steer tube was replaced with a threadless steer tube when it was 
repainted at Joe Bell's shop. The frameset will include the Chris King 
headset and a Thompson Masterpiece silver seatpost, and a frame pump 
that was painted to match. The rear spacing is 130mm and it was built for short 
reach brakes (bottomed out). Can fit 25C with fender and up to 32C without.

The frame is in excellent shape. There
 a few nicks here and there which have been touched up (most are in 
inconspicuous places). The frame is still a stunner. 

If you have questions, please ask. I'm asking $1200 plus shipping ($50).

Thanks for looking,

Joe

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[RBW] FS: Riv Custom 63.5 cm plus Campy Wheelset

2011-05-18 Thread Joe Bartoe

Hi Everyone,

I have decided to part with my Riv Custom frame:

Here are links to the spec sheet and pic after it was repainted 2 years ago:

http://thesaltycyclist.blogspot.com/2009/07/rivendell-road-spec-sheet.html

http://thesaltycyclist.blogspot.com/2009/05/blog-post.html

The fork steer tube was replaced with a threadless steer tube when it was 
repainted at Joe Bell's shop. The frameset will include the Chris King headset 
and a Thompson Masterpiece silver seatpost, and a frame pump that was painted 
to match.

The frame is in excellent shape. There a few nicks here and there which have 
been touched up (most are in inconsicuous places). The frame is still a 
stunner. 

If you have questions, please ask. I'm asking $1200 plus shipping

Also:

Campy wheelset- Hugi 240 hubs laced to Mavic Open Pro (both hubs and rims are 
silver) built by Joe Young. Excellent condition. -$250 plus shipping (less than 
the cost of the hubs alone).

Thanks,

Joe

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[RBW] UPDATED FS: Riv Custom 63.5 cm plus Campy Wheelset

2011-05-18 Thread Joe Bartoe

The wheelset has been sold. The frameset has gotten a few nibbles but is not 
sold yet. See below for links to the build sheet and pics of the frame when it 
was all built up.

Thanks,

Joe

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From: jbar...@hotmail.com
To: internet-...@googlegroups.com; rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com
Subject: FS: Riv Custom 63.5 cm plus Campy Wheelset
Date: Wed, 18 May 2011 09:47:01 -0700








Hi Everyone,

I have decided to part with my Riv Custom frame:

Here are links to the spec sheet and pic after it was repainted 2 years ago:

http://thesaltycyclist.blogspot.com/2009/07/rivendell-road-spec-sheet.html

http://thesaltycyclist.blogspot.com/2009/05/blog-post.html

The fork steer tube was replaced with a threadless steer tube when it was 
repainted at Joe Bell's shop. The frameset will include the Chris King headset 
and a Thompson Masterpiece silver seatpost, and a frame pump that was painted 
to match.

The frame is in excellent shape. There a few nicks here and there which have 
been touched up (most are in inconsicuous places). The frame is still a 
stunner. 

If you have questions, please ask. I'm asking $1200 plus shipping

Also:

Campy wheelset- Hugi 240 hubs laced to Mavic Open Pro (both hubs and rims are 
silver) built by Joe Young. Excellent condition. -$250 plus shipping (less than 
the cost of the hubs alone).

Thanks,

Joe

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[RBW] FS: Wheelset (the Campy mini-group has been sold)

2011-05-11 Thread Joe Bartoe

Hi everyone,

I have this wheelset for sale still:

Silver Open Pros 32h built on Hugi 240 hubs (Silver) with 
Campy cassette body (should work for 10 or 11 speed cassette as well as 
the later 9s). The cassette bodies are easily exchangeable if you'd like to 
convert to Shimano. These were built by Joe Young of Joe Young wheels.Excellent 
shape. These wheels have ~6000 mile on them, but my previous experience with 
Joe Young-built wheels tells me they'd be good for at least 3 times that. You 
should get at least a few more years of use out of them. No skewers.

I'd like $250 (plus shipping) for the wheelset, which is less than the hubs 
would cost brand new and these hubs last forever.

I prefer paypal. 

Thanks,

Joe

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RE: [RBW] Break in period for factory wheels?

2011-05-09 Thread Joe Bartoe

Some of the wheels on my rental fleet had bearings that seemed a little tight 
upon first spin. Most of these are Shimano. They freed up pretty quickly and 
run nice and smooth now. We've had little difficulty with the Ultegra Tubeless 
wheels we've been running. One of the rears needed a little truing, but other 
than that, they've stayed round and true and the bearings haven't developed 
play or caused us any issues. So far, we've not felt a need to play with the 
bearings at all.

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 Date: Mon, 9 May 2011 10:44:21 -0700
 Subject: [RBW] Break in period for factory wheels?
 From: zdree...@gmail.com
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 I recently got some nice Dura Ace road wheels and I like them.  They
 spin smooth and are somewhat aero.  I feel a lot fresher after rides
 (I was riding on Mavic Ksyrium Elites before).  I was wondering, if
 wheels improve over time or miles?   Is there a general break in
 period like 500 miles for example?  Somewhere I recall reading
 something about bearings needing time for something...
 
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