[RBW] Re: Splish Splash!
I worry about Manitou Springs and Waldo Canyon burn area and flooding.It's going to rain thru Monday maybe some snow. Jon -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: DIY (cheap) Canvas Saddlebag
Steve, Frugal is good . Nice looking bag. Looks like you saved about $200+. Jon -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Best commute?
I don't commute anymore but if I did, yours would be a nice one. When I commuted to work by bike I had to go part way through ugly industrial areas and not so nice neighborhoods. I'm sure you feel less stressed and in a good mood when you arrive to work and home from your commuteEven if it's raining! Beautiful bike too! Thanks for sharing! Jon Who else wants to nominate his or her commute as “the best” – at least for you? -- This email (and any attachments thereto) is intended only for use by the addressee(s) named herein and may contain legally privileged and/or confidential information. If you are not the intended recipient of this email, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this email (and any attachments thereto) is strictly prohibited. If you receive this email in error please immediately notify me at (212) 735-3000 and permanently delete the original email (and any copy of any email) and any printout thereof. Further information about the firm, a list of the Partners and their professional qualifications will be provided upon request. == -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Splish Splash!
You're the Man! I assume that took care of the brake squeal. Did you get a pic when you crossed over to the other side of the stream( lake) (grin) . It's beautiful up there even in the cold rain. Jon -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Brake Squeal
If the toe-in is set correctly you can try lightly abraiding the pads with some sandpaper. If your rim has a build up of rubber or dirt abraid them with a scotch bright pad or fine sand paper.Clean all surfaces with alcohol. Hope you get rid of the annoying squeal.:) I know clean is not a word you like to use when referring to bikes( Grin) On Monday, May 4, 2015 at 1:04:02 PM UTC-6, Deacon Patrick wrote: Heaven knows these have gotten plenty wet, between creek crossings, snow, and meltoff. Grin. With abandon, Patrick -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Hillborne + Rock N' Roads + (woody) Fenders
I love the wood with that frame color.All you need is a surf board rack! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Finally... Albastache!
Love the combination of colors..That does look fast! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Great ride and failure to help
You tried Patrick! He learned a good lesson to always carry a spare tube as well as a patch kit. He'll have to buy a new saddle bag that is less aero and holds more than just band aids. A simple bike is always better. I'm glad you had a good ride. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: LOADED TOURING WEBSITE/ GALLERY
I spotted three Atlantis and an Allrounder. Do they belong to anybody on here? On Tuesday, April 28, 2015 at 3:31:12 PM UTC-6, Jon in the foothills of Central Colorado wrote: Most of you probably know of this site.It's fun to look at the different bikes and equipment and how others load their bikes for touring . You can load your touring pics on here also. http://www.loadedtouringbikes.com/ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] LOADED TOURING WEBSITE/ GALLERY
Most of you probably know of this site.It's fun to look at the different bikes and equipment and how others load their bikes for touring . You can load your touring pics on here also. http://www.loadedtouringbikes.com/ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Hunq's Slipping Seatpost
I had the same problem with my Sam. I used a piece of aluminum shim stock or you could use a piece of coke can trimmed about 1 wide x the circumference of the post. .Also there are collars out there that you can put around your seat post to keep it from slipping.. Worst case scenario is to take your seat post to a machine shop and have them lightly knurl the area on the seat post that is clamped. It's frustrating I know. Hope one of these suggestions helps. Jon -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Pushing the Quickbeam envelope
Did you do part of that route near Deckers?? Jon -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Shimano Bar End Shifter Install Question
There will be friction otherwise the cable tension will move your lever.Sounds like you are doing everything correctly so far.After installing your cable and have adjusted the tension make sure your lever doesn't move on its own.Make sure the hex screw is lose enough to allow comfortable shifting and tight enough to keep it from moving on it's own. Hope that helps. On Friday, April 24, 2015 at 7:41:56 AM UTC-6, RDS wrote: First time installing these bar end shifters. Novice bike mechanic at my best. I have installed the shifter that will shift the front derailer. I have not installed the cable yet. When I pull up and push down on the shift lever, it's like I can feel some resistance or it feels like it is hitting small bumps or ridges as I move it up and down. Is this normal? It has full range of motion and seems to shift up and down as needed. I guess that I was expecting it to be smooth for a lack of a better way to say it. Not complaining, I just don't have much experience to compare it to. I installed it per the Shimano instructions. The parts seem to fit together as intended. I don't think that I have the screw in too tight. Any input appreciated. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne makes google maps
Now you are famous world wide! Cool! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] What do Rivendell Riders use for rear derailers?
I use the Shimano XT M772 shadow 9 spd http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/us/en/shimano-xt-m772-shadow-9-speed-rear-mech/rp-prod20700?gs=1gclid=CjwKEAjwjd2pBRDB4o_ymcieoAQSJABm4egoEd_AsMO8jYJuaHEIQ7UT4pDKd-gmUHm4ZeBLMutoaxoCu6bw_wcBgclsrc=aw.ds -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Betty, Rumpkins, fenders
I have those cream SKS 45s on my Sam with side pulls and running Little Bens . I admit it's a tight fit. I hear gravel pieces scraping the fender at times and even get large leaves stuck. Most of the times it's okay. But the cream matches the lugs and I like the looks of them. . -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Fender Frustration
Patrick, Have tools,hardware..will travel.I love my fenders. Sometimes they get big cotton wood leaves stuck in there..but otherwise they keep me and the bike clean and dry. And the cream fenders match the lug color on my Sam and look so cool! :) Here to help if needed. Jon -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: A modest proposal
If possible,I would like to know how to reply to a post without including the previous or original post.I know it must be annoying to other readers. It is to me. Thanks , Jon On Saturday, April 18, 2015 at 7:30:01 AM UTC-6, Garth wrote: It's the format of google groups itself that lends itself to such confusion . In many ways it's quite antiquated , it still looks like a mailing list in the year 2015 . Oh wait google calls it simplicity ! ;-) HaH ! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: GAP/CO trails in the early spring
Mark, I sure enjoy seeing posts like this. I grew up in Ohio and moved away before all the rails to trails were constructed. Thoroughly enjoyed your historic account of the trip and pictures Not many rails to trails in Colorado that I know of..they're still in use mostly for coal trains and Amtrak Zepher. Jon -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: GAP/CO trails in the early spring
Patrick, Thanks for the reminder on those. Also Waterton Canyon not far from Chatfield State Park. Jon -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Homer springeth green
Your tape is definitely fun. The bags are classy look like a perfect fit on your Homer. Spring has sprung for sure. We have about 16 of nice, ground soaking, wet snow here this morning. Temp around freezing.Can't wait to see the plants that pop up when the snow melts. Was riding Wednesday in shirt sleeves. Jon On Friday, April 17, 2015 at 9:43:46 AM UTC-6, Bob Cook wrote: One season with a 46 cm Noodle convinced me I like a narrower drop bar. Homer's new cockpit is a Grand Bois Randonneur 42 cm. The bag is Berthoud's little Singer-style number. Hardly weighs a thing and looks classy, I think. Tape is Newbaum's lime green. The magnolia bush went from bare to flowers in five days! https://www.flickr.com/photos/125863173@N06/16971062407/ Not shown is a new Swift Industries Ozette Rando bag. I bought it for my commuter, which is Cross Check with Soma's Champs-Élysées low-trail fork. The Cross Check handles brilliantly with the loaded front bag (trail in the neighborhood of 45 mm). But you know, Homer does just fine with the same bag, too. Not *quite* as stable, not *quite* as easy to ride no-handed, but no troubles worth mentioning. Now to figure out a decaleur setup that will move seamlessly between the two bikes... A happy spring to all. -- Bob Cook -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: SAM COCKPIT UPDATE
Thanks Bob, Love your Raleigh. I like having the extra handhold when fighting the wind or climbing. MIne can get squirrely too at speeds above 27MPH and I have Little Bens which I like for an all around tire . On Wednesday, April 15, 2015 at 6:23:06 PM UTC-6, Bob E wrote: Nice job, Jon! I like the extended wrap to cover the forward bits of the bar. I had recently swapped out drops for an Albatross bar on an old Raleigh Super Record I have, and I didn't know how much I ended up loving those Albas! Very comfy, I can still get up to a decent speed, and I can still get down in a headwind. One thing though -- with the new weight distribution, the front end felt decidedly more squirrelly (maybe I need wider tires). Here's a pic: https://www.flickr.com/photos/30490050@N04/17127067545/in/photostream/ Bob E. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: SAM COCKPIT UPDATE
rotated pic. On Wednesday, April 15, 2015 at 3:05:46 PM UTC-6, Jon in the foothills of Central Colorado wrote: I added Brooks Leather bar tape, and a Carsick Design Goodie bag. My garden twine was really light color and didn't look good with the leather so I cut it to approximate length and stained with western cedar wood stain and dried to go with the leather bar tape. Wine corks for end plugs. Brooks B-17. Jon -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: SAM COCKPIT UPDATE
rotated pic On Wednesday, April 15, 2015 at 3:05:46 PM UTC-6, Jon in the foothills of Central Colorado wrote: I added Brooks Leather bar tape, and a Carsick Design Goodie bag. My garden twine was really light color and didn't look good with the leather so I cut it to approximate length and stained with western cedar wood stain and dried to go with the leather bar tape. Wine corks for end plugs. Brooks B-17. Jon -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Tough Eggs
Those Rivendells can do amazing things...scrambling eggs can now be added to the list. I'm happy you were able to salvage the one and you enjoyed delicious cake! On Sunday, April 12, 2015 at 3:21:09 PM UTC-6, Deacon Patrick wrote: Had a great grocery run today (and about to get the literal fruits of my labor with a blueberry shortcake! Yes, it’s grain free, and except for the fruit close to carb free too. Don’t ask how. My wife and daughters work magic with their baking.)! Anyway, on the way home, I forgot two critical facts: I have eggs in my panniers and there was significant, deep washboard on the road on the way up. I remembered the washboard when it reminded me of its existence as I was flying downhill with a great tail wind. I remembered the eggs as I was maximizing my simultaneous use of breaks and build in Hunqapillar shock absorbers. Eggs are tough. Only one broke, and went immediately into the mix so didn’t even get wasted. Grin. With abandon, Patrick *www.MindYourHeadCoop.org http://www.MindYourHeadCoop.org* *www.OurHolyConception.org http://www.OurHolyConception.org* -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: OC Dirt riding adventure teaser
James, Thanks for sharing. I lived out there '74-'90. I wish I would of known about that route. Back then I rode mostly on pavement with skinny tires. One of our club rides started at Santa Ana train station and we rode down to Del Mar or San Diego and back then the rail road would let you put your bike in the baggage car on the last train of the day for the return to the train station. What a fun ride for you all. What a great group! Enjoyed the pictures. Jon On Saturday, April 11, 2015 at 5:27:52 PM UTC-6, James Warren wrote: https://m.flickr.com/#/photos/46035786@N07/17112954092/ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Would you take the lane?
PAtrick, Sorry about your encounter that I know from experience upsets the pleasure of a ride on a sunny day. I would of taken the lane without the three finger jesture... You can't win against a 8,000 Lb truck . I'm glad you made it home safely to report your experience. I would certainly report your experience to the sheriff or police and highlight the school zone and next time try to get a license plate #. On Wednesday, April 1, 2015 at 4:27:55 PM UTC-6, Deacon Patrick wrote: On this afternoon’s grocery run (5 miles up the pass empty, 5 down loaded) I got yelled at for the first time. Looking for ideas on where to ride through an area that: — 2 lane, no shoulder — school zone with stop signs every block for a while — school is letting out, high school, with elementary kids still on the sidewalks with crossing guards. — stead climb for me, so I’m not fast — high school kid’s cars parked on the right, so car doors can open at any time. I took the lane and it went fine until a guy in a truck squeezed by with barely any room. His windows were down so I politely held up three fingers and said “three feet of clearance please!” He pulled over into an empty parking place, I went wide around him. Then he pulled out several cars later and was stuck behind be until I turned left further up the road. Poor guy was still yelling as he continued on his way. My plan is to handle this the same way in the future, unless the wisdom of this groups helps me see a better way. All ideas welcome! Thanks. With abandon, Patrick *www.MindYourHeadCoop.org http://www.MindYourHeadCoop.org* *www.OurHolyConception.org http://www.OurHolyConception.org* -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] PLEASE SEND A WORD OF ENCOURAGEMENT TO..
Many of you know Debra Banks ,owner of Rivet Cycle Works . She was hit by a car and is in a wheelchair but recovering. I have no other details. Please send a word of support and encouragement to her at: rivetcyclewo...@gmail.com Thanks, Jon -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Repair help needed - Stuck stem expander wedge
Hopefully it's caused by corrosion and the liquid wrench will break it loose. Another common problem is over tightening the stem bolt causing the steerer tube to bulge.Do you have access to the expander from the bottom of the fork?Can you remove the fork?? I use water proof marine grease on my stem and use it liberally. Good luck with your project. Jon On Sunday, March 29, 2015 at 12:58:23 PM UTC-6, SeanMac wrote: Hi folks, Taking advantage of the cold weather to work on a Noodle to Albatross conversion project. Unfortunately, it is not off to a very good start. After removing the noodle bars, I decided to remove my stem as well. I loosened the bolt , gave it a light wack with a rubber mallet and pulled the stem right out. Unfortunately, the expander bolt remained inside the head tube. Despite my best efforts I cannot remove it. What I have tried - so far 1) Put the stem back in place, put the bolt back, tightened things up and tried to remove it again. Same result as before 2) Put the bolt in (no stem) and screwed it into the expander bolt and tried to pull the wedge and the bolt out with a pair of vice grips on the bolt. Again, no go. At this point I am at a bit of a loss as to what to do. My plan was to replace the stem with one that had both a longer quill and a longer extension. However, I am guessing that if I cannot remove the wedge that I am in big trouble. Any advice / suggestions about what to do would be appreciated. The bike is an early 1990s Trek 520. These are not the original parts. The stem was likely in place for three or four years before I started fussing with it. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: S48O Truncated.
Patrick, You made the best out of a SNAFU situation.I'm glad it worked out for you. What dirt road is that?? Does it start in Deckers? Nice pics.Over night temps must of been in the 30s??? Jon On Tuesday, March 24, 2015 at 2:37:51 PM UTC-6, Deacon Patrick wrote: Everything looked to be going well. Blue skies. Bikes both working properly. Stiff headwinds and steep climbing requiring LCG (lowest common gear, aka hike-a-bike). Then they were there. Da da DA! My kryptonite. My doom. New telephone poles laid out mile up on mile in the middle of nowhere waiting to be planted, freshly coated with creosote tar and who knows what other horrible scents blowing up in my brain. Despite the winds of 30-40 MPH, the scents clung to an amazing degree. Part of the world-wide conspiracy against me. Sardonic grin. After reaching the crest of one hill I could see them laid out ahead as far as the eye could see and farther than even my schnoz can smell. We turned around, hoping to clear the area quickly between the descents and the tailwind. It worked! But what to do. No cell reception. No access within my daughters stamina to remote trails. There are campgrounds along the Platte River North of Deckers. Let’s find one and make a night of it and then figure out what makes sense in the morning. The ride there went very well. Riding roads with my daughters has gotten so much easier since I’ve told them to ride where the right wheel of the car would be, unless the shoulder is 4’ wide or wider. Cars slow down and go around. Amazing! The campsite was great! No one there (that would change). River to ourselves. Next to the road, but not much traffic. Of course we forgot it is Spring Break and just how close this section of the Platte is to Denver. 1am the revelers arrive. Just as they were talking about building a bonfire, the blessed rain/snow/sleet hit. All became quiet and went to sleep till morning! Thank you Saint Joseph for looking out for my poor noggin! 6am came. Scents from the laundry of the college crowd waft in. We pack in a controlled hurry, hit the road back to Deckers, stopping for breakfast and a welcomed sunrise (and warmth!) at a secluded spot on the river. I decided that was enough flirting with brain overload for me, so after a credit card eating pay phone SNAFU (not to be confused with SMAFU) and bizarre game of phone tag, my wife picked us up and we are home a day early, having had a wonderful time of completely different adventure than we’d set out for. All in all an excellent and fitting start to the bikepacking season! Photos prove adventure comes no matter which way you go!: https://www.flickr.com/photos/32311885@N07/sets/72157649211285774/ With abandon, Patrick *www.MindYourHeadCoop.org http://www.MindYourHeadCoop.org* *www.OurHolyConception.org http://www.OurHolyConception.org* -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Funny
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GMCkuqL9IcM https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/?tab=wm#inbox/14c3ce3211030b92 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Clem PreSale.
Patrick, If I can help with your assemblies or have questions let me know ! Jon On Thursday, March 5, 2015 at 7:26:30 AM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote: After talking with Riv, and understanding that the envelope is pushable on the upper end more than the lower end (a bigger person can ride a smaller frame) because it's got the high head tube, we're going with 3 mediums and two smalls. That puts the sizing spot on for our current oldest two in a small, the medium for my wife, and then we'll see who gets what when full growth is achieved. Grin. Two of the folks for whom I'm building them immediately have old Trek MTB's and a lot of those parts will transfer initially and we'll replace them as needed (including wheels to the small frames! That will help the budget!). The builds will likely all be very similar: rear racks, wide doubles (triples initially) without FD, Albatross bars (that's what we have on their bikes now), and an agressivish all-rounder tire like the Smart Sams. Individuality will come out with baggage and bar tape initially. But you are right, Tony, over time their individual preferences will be interesting to watch. With abandon, Patrick -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: OT:Is your bippy frozen?
AHH! 17 DAYS... until equinox. The sun inches closer to melting more and more of the snow on the north side of my house each day.A warm up of + 30' and back to normal temps by the end of the week. Spring snows are still to come and will bring much needed moisture in the form of heavy wet snow. I love the change of seasons and more daylight . Plants are already sticking their noses out in the yard. On Sunday, March 1, 2015 at 7:10:46 AM UTC-7, Michael Hechmer wrote: I hope your bippy hasn't frozen to the saddle. Here in Westford Vermont its cold. My kitchen thermometer hasn't broken freezing since Jan 4th. At the town weather station, which is up hill from me and thus 10-15 degrees warmer than our kitchen thermometer gets down to on the really cold nights, they recorded average temperature for Feb.of just 6 degrees, with twenty nights below zero. We personally recorded 4 nights with temperatures below minus 20, including this one last Monday. https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-mzHQ-kK1UpQ/VPMcX4DhzdI/A4A/p1Qr4eWZFDE/s1600/IMG_0570.jpg March hasn't exactly gotten off to a great start either. Minus 10 this morning. Fortunately I have a good wood stove and radiant floor heat, but it hasn't been much fun being outdoors. It would be much appreciated if those of you in Ca. would send us a few BTUs. Michael -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: OT:Is your bippy frozen?
Micheal I feel your pain.We had 10 days in February over 60' which was great.But lately it's been 30-35' below average.Denver has broken a record for snow in February recorded in 1912.Although we haven't gotten snow like Boston or east coast, we have been spoiled the past few years.Some of the ski slopes are getting 2-4 ft this weekend which is good for the reservoirs this spring and of course the skiers. Hang in there..spring is just around the corner... we'll be mowing the grass sooner than we like. Jon On Sunday, March 1, 2015 at 7:10:46 AM UTC-7, Michael Hechmer wrote: I hope your bippy hasn't frozen to the saddle. Here in Westford Vermont its cold. My kitchen thermometer hasn't broken freezing since Jan 4th. At the town weather station, which is up hill from me and thus 10-15 degrees warmer than our kitchen thermometer gets down to on the really cold nights, they recorded average temperature for Feb.of just 6 degrees, with twenty nights below zero. We personally recorded 4 nights with temperatures below minus 20, including this one last Monday. https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-mzHQ-kK1UpQ/VPMcX4DhzdI/A4A/p1Qr4eWZFDE/s1600/IMG_0570.jpg March hasn't exactly gotten off to a great start either. Minus 10 this morning. Fortunately I have a good wood stove and radiant floor heat, but it hasn't been much fun being outdoors. It would be much appreciated if those of you in Ca. would send us a few BTUs. Michael -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Grant sets them straight with letter to editor
In the new Adventure Cyclist Mag PETERSEN RESPONDS TO READER LETTER ‘UNRACING? UNCOOL’ Racing attitudes, bikes, clothing, and diets have become the norm and normal, and are so pervasive that many adult cyclists, maybe even some you know, accept the racing standards as the only legitimate way to be a serious adult cyclist. What I tried to do in the book *Just Ride *— and what we do here at Rivendell Bicycle Works — is offer an alternative, a model to other adult cyclists that there is another way. This letter is not an ad for either. I’m simply saying where I come from and what I do. We are the mice trying to squeak above the roar at the base of the waterfall. It is no time to be wishywashy, but I try hard to not offend. Inevitably, a declarative position on any matter is bound to raise a few hackles with those who have a different position, but it still hurts to be judged by a stranger who would probably like me, and whom I’d surely like, in person. A good number of our customers are middle-aged and older folks trying to fit in some activity as they age. They often have the means, and they’re influenced by what they read and see that promotes racers as a good model — and that’s something I don’t agree with. They shop as innocents and come out of it dressed like racers and riding bikes that are not only inappropriate for the kind of riding they do, but are, on top of that and more egregiously, not comfortable. We undo that. You may see ego or evil behind it, but I don’t feel either of those. I see racing and racers as fringe and am simply trying to legitimize an alternative point of view, one that I feel strongly about. I’m trying — certainly not singlehandedly — to make people feel good about riding without dressing in pro-team gear and copying so many other affectations of the racer, and that is what Unracing and *Just Ride *and Rivendell Bicycle Works is all about. We’re nobody’s enemy. Some of my best friends pedal cliplessly and in spandex. It’s cool. Grant Petersen Walnut Creek, California -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Solvent tank for drivetrain cleaning
I've had this 5 gallon Safety Klean solvent tank since 1985.It's good size for bike parts cleaning, including hubs mounted on wheels . Has an easy change filter and last time I checked they will exchange the reservoir with fresh cleaner fluid. The reservoir separates from the top and is easily exchanged when it gets dirty. The fluid drains back into the reservoir when turned off and I haven't noticed any fumes when not in use. It's nice to have a small air compressor to blow dry your parts (do it outside) immediately after cleaning to remove all solvent and adding new lubricant if doing so. http://safety-kleen.com/products-services/parts-cleaning-technologies/solvent-parts-washer/manual/model-14 Jon On Tuesday, February 24, 2015 at 11:35:22 AM UTC-7, Jim Bronson wrote: Does anyone have a solvent tank for drivetrain parts cleaning? That seems like the ultimate solution for cleaning greasy parts. It would be nice to have two chains and just leave one in there all the time. The drawbacks are, potential fumes in an enclosed area and they're expensive. I found this one on Amazon but it's $205... http://www.amazon.com/Gallon-Pressure-Cleaner-Solvent-Electric/dp/B0029443HG Plus 20 gallons of solvent, may put this in the category of maybe someday I also do some work on my cars though and it would be nice to have for that as well. So maybe the dual use will justify it ;) -- Keep the metal side up and the rubber side down! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Tires for road bike 700x23
Thanks for the link too! On Saturday, January 24, 2015 at 6:31:14 PM UTC-7, eflayer wrote: I have become rather fond of Michelin Litihion 2. I don't keep track of mileage, nor flat frequency, but they feel good and don't seem to be of less quality than others I've tried. And if you get em from probikekit.com = about $20 each. On Saturday, January 24, 2015 at 9:12:32 AM UTC-8, Jon in the foothills of Central Colorado wrote: Looking to replace my Continental Grand Prix 4000 700x23 road clincher tires. I have had good luck ( very few flats)with the Continentals.Just thinking of trying a different tire. I was looking at the Clement Strata LGG road tire or the Schwalb One clincher. Does anyone have experience with either of these two tires. Jon -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Tires for road bike 700x23
Looking to replace my Continental Grand Prix 4000 700x23 road clincher tires. I have had good luck ( very few flats)with the Continentals.Just thinking of trying a different tire. I was looking at the Clement Strata LGG road tire or the Schwalb One clincher. Does anyone have experience with either of these two tires. Jon -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Tires for road bike 700x23
Thanks Ron! On Saturday, January 24, 2015 at 10:27:39 AM UTC-7, Ron Mc wrote: one blogger that has ridden all the open tubulars rates the Torelli Torino as the best of the bunch in that size. http://www.torelli.com/tubes-tires-maintenance/tires/torino-open-tubular.html On Saturday, January 24, 2015 at 11:12:32 AM UTC-6, Jon in the foothills of Central Colorado wrote: Looking to replace my Continental Grand Prix 4000 700x23 road clincher tires. I have had good luck ( very few flats)with the Continentals.Just thinking of trying a different tire. I was looking at the Clement Strata LGG road tire or the Schwalb One clincher. Does anyone have experience with either of these two tires. Jon -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Favorite weather to ride in.
If I could control the weather my favorite temp would be 60'-85', no wind ,with sunshine. My min/max..40'-95'. I used to tolerate lower temps but I'm older and have more sense.:) On Wednesday, December 31, 2014 3:48:16 PM UTC-7, Curtis wrote: Here in East San Diego we have had a cool day. About 52 degrees Fahrenheit (11 degrees Celsius) with fun sun and a light breeze at 2:30 pm. I really like the cool temps, so I was wondering what is your favorite riding weather. For me it is what I experienced to day. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: This is what Bikes do..
Great Photos! A great time with good friends!! Looks like you recovered nicely from the rain storms. We are going to be in a deep freeze for three days or so.High tomorrow around -3' and 6 of snow.I'm itching to get out..maybe next week. I suppose that won't stop Patrick from getting out.:) Thanks for sharing. Jon On Saturday, December 27, 2014 7:15:59 PM UTC-7, Manuel Acosta wrote: ... Provide experiences to share with old friends, family and new friend alike. I hope your holidays not only included lots of riding but fun times Pictures prove that tricking family and friends to ride might surprise then into great experiences. https://flic.kr/s/aHsk3zQ3C2 Pictures also prove that the last overnight of 2014 should always be at Diablo: https://flic.kr/s/aHsk76RB7s Manny Winter break isn't over yet... Acosta -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: (OT) What Kind of Snowshoes Should I Get?
In March the Rangers at Rocky Mountain National Park offer back country guided trips.Last time we did it there was 50 of packed powder and 24 of fresh powder. They take you off trail ,across frozen lakes and we even jumped off 8 ft ledges.They teach you to traverse down steep slopes backwards, back country survival tips. Nothing better than fresh, virgin powder. On Friday, December 19, 2014 8:30:43 PM UTC-7, Amit Singh wrote: A few folks are talking about a snow-camping adventure. They say snowshoes are required, and that fat bikes won't float enough on the powder. So ... what kind of snowshoe should I get? Is there a riv-ish snowshoe? MUSA? I imagine weight and height is a consideration - I'm 6'6, 230lbs and wear size 13 shoes. Thanks in advance for your help! Amit -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: (OT) What Kind of Snowshoes Should I Get?
Most manufactures hold demonstrations at National Parks and areas that are popular for snowshoeing. You can try their models out for free and they are there to give you expert advice on the type of snowshoes to match your size and weight . Manufacturers types of bindings vary, some are easier to get in and out of than others. I like Tubbs and Atlas they have been around for a long time. Shop around as prices vary. Many areas rent snow shoes if you don't want to make the investment. http://tubbssnowshoes.com/ http://en-us.atlassnowshoe.com/ On Friday, December 19, 2014 8:30:43 PM UTC-7, Amit Singh wrote: A few folks are talking about a snow-camping adventure. They say snowshoes are required, and that fat bikes won't float enough on the powder. So ... what kind of snowshoe should I get? Is there a riv-ish snowshoe? MUSA? I imagine weight and height is a consideration - I'm 6'6, 230lbs and wear size 13 shoes. Thanks in advance for your help! Amit -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] I WANT ONE OF EACH.....AHEM Grant
RIv Reader #39 ,early 2007,page 34, There are pictures of A.Homer Hilsen stuff...Swiss knife ,visor, hat, and t-shirt. I would like to see that stuff offered again...for me I'd be happy with the hat (made by Randi Jo of course)and tee shirt and I would like mine to say: Sam Hillborne with a head badge on the front,PLSE. I was drooling over the Mondaine watch but can't swing it right now, but would jump on the hat and tee. I think a hat and tees offered for each Riv model frame would sell. If you agree or would like one,give a shout out to Mr. G. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] (OT) THEY DON'T MAKE 'EM LIKE THEY USED TO...Dodge Brothers
I hope all are okay in California. https://www.youtube.com/embed/nq2jY1trxqg?rel=0 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Daring to wrench on my Riv's?
Go where the pros go..You can attend classes, or buy the manuals, or get just the manual via PDF. http://www.bbinstitute.com/index.php I spent my two week vacation here back in 88.Have never regretted it. All in beautiful Colorado Springs. Jon On Thursday, December 4, 2014 10:25:42 PM UTC-7, lungimsam wrote: I can do some stuff on my bikes. Setting up cockpits and saddle/seatpost, brake lever/caliper/housing/cable installation and adjustment, pedals, shifter lever installation and adjustment, fender/rack installations, cassette/chain swapping, etc. The more basic stuff. But I haven't dared to do anything with bb's, cranksets, wheel building/truing, headset adjustment, derailer installation. Just don't wanna mess anything up. But I want to learn to do this stuff so I don't have to depend on the LBS for things. What's a good way to go about doing these more difficult things without damaging anything? Books and websites are helpful, but I still don't have the confidence to mess with the aforementioned stuff. Buy a beater and wrench away on it? But a lot of old road bike beaters don't match the type of components and frame of the RBW bikes and wheels, so I don't know how helpful that would be to break down and rebuild a Peugeot (for instance) to help me learn how to do maintenance on my Rivbikes. Any ideas? How'd you learn? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Post Thanksgiving Cranksgiving Dirt Paradise Ride.
Thanks for sharing.It brings back great memories of riding in Borrego Springs, Julian( apple Pie) and four wheeling in Anza Borrego/Salton Sea back in the 80s.. On Saturday, November 29, 2014 8:21:34 PM UTC-7, hsmitham wrote: Three plus hours and twenty miles of pristine dirt single track around Carmel Valley in San Diego ' s North County was enjoyed by we five members of (SCAR) SoCal All Rounders. David Greenblatt, Mike Shiller, Tom Virgil, Curtis Mckenzie and I socalpedalpusher. We all met at David's home and promptly dropped into Gonzalez Canyon zigzaging through dense chaparral with abandon. The weather was sunny and pleasant with a slight breeze. Apologies to the the Northern climes. Our dear Tom had run out of time and made an exit, for he had Christmas tree trimming duty waiting for him, it was great to see him but too short for me. Tom and I met the next day for coffee outside which was great. As with gleeful joy on single track often a sacrifice is made to the trail gods. Our Mike Shiller was gallant enough to shed some blood for the cause when he and a tree had a disagreement, Mike' wounds were treated a red bandanna was added to his outfit (made him that much more gnarled) and off we went resuming our ride...by the way the tree was fine just in case you were wondering. This has been David's playground for a while now so he put together a bow tie dirt event for us...he tied together two Canyons and a Mesa with next to no cars to contend with. Literally the GPS mapping is a bow tie as we crossed under the 56 freeway multiple times. After Gonzalez we dropped into Penasquitos Canyon after climbing a short steep access road. We cheerfully glided down smooth undulating single track along the North side of Penasquitos Canyon heading West where we crossed paths with the few hikers on our adventure. Soon we made a short stop at the Waterfalls for snacks, bike talk and future rides. Continuing we looped back around and headed East up Penasquitos. David saved the best till last the Del Mar Mesa Preserve where the tunnels exist. These are scrub oak grown over making a tunnel canopy with yet more singletrack winding it's way down another small canyon a technical sheer blast! One had to be vigilant so as not to have your head smashed backward from low hanging branches. As I rolled through the tunnels hugging *(Ole Willy's) top tube I wondered how Curtis at 6'7 was fairing? He came through for the most unscathed a little bit of bark was seen in his vicinity. Concluding our ride at Greenblatt ' s Ale House David was a great host lots of chips dips, some Sculpin grapefruit ale and Speedway Stout was had, adding at least on my part 10% by volume the extra cherry on the proverbial cake on the perfect day in the saddle. With the sun set... ...we parted ways I was left with the image of all the broad smiles while playing in the dirt. Up next? Sweetwater Regional Park Camping. Mike' Flickr images, https://flic.kr/p/qeA3nc David's Flickr images, https://flic.kr/p/qbXzqG My Flickr images, https://flic.kr/p/pXaLGJ Tom's Flickr images, https://flic.kr/p/qe4Su2 * The name I've attached to my 2003 Rivendell Atlantis. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Brisk November Ride
I t wasn't quite as cold here.It was a balmy 9' at our house.I was wondering if you'd go out. I bought a pair of these I took them on a hike at 15' and my feet were fine. Haven't tried them on the bike yet. Something to try: http://foxwear.net/store/hats-socks/power-stretch-socks/ On Tuesday, November 11, 2014 10:25:52 AM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote: We got an inch of snow last night and a brisk 4˚F at 7am, so I bundled up and headed out, hopeful of making it to the top of Lovell Gulch or perhaps Rampart Reservoir. Alas, the slick snowpack left me pondering my own mortality on the hood of a diesel truck just learning how to drive in the snow (either being from somewhere else or having forgotten in the last 6 months). So I wimped out and turned around. All clothing systems worked beautifully except for footwear. I have yet to sort out what to wear that handles uber cold to wet and sloppy AND is minimalist. But I am home now, and can feel my toes again. They are still pink and still wiggle, so I wasn’t too stupid. Grin. Photos show what felt like a quintessential November day in Colorado hills. (There’s 12 all told, use the left arrow to see them all.) https://www.flickr.com/photos/32311885@N07/15146894563/in/photostream/ With abandon, Patrick *www.MindYourHeadCoop.org http://www.MindYourHeadCoop.org* *www.OurHolyConception.org http://www.OurHolyConception.org* -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] HISTORIC COLORADO CYCLING VIDEOS
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WOaJw2XQzO8 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S6ayCZAbw1g https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=szEGI4SXE30 FIRST RIDE UP PIKES PEAK: http://vimeo.com/album/171723/video/8583350 If ever in Denver visit Golden Oldy Cyclery Museum in Golden Colorado -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: OT (grant-related, not Riv-related): lo-carb, high fat protein, ketosis, c.
I've lost 20 lbs since June. I have read some of Grant's blog from his new book and I have read Just Ride. He has many good points What works for me: no carbs.No toast or grains for breakfast. Milk has lots of sugar. I'll eat 2 scrambled eggs with some chopped turkey and onions.No more Friday pizza night.No more homemade bread.I snack on fruit..a few nuts ,apples my fave.I drink lots of water.I SOMETIMES do eat pancakes BEFORE a strenuous bike ride. I ride my road bike for 90 miles/week, intense exercise and weight loss. I don't eat any carbs after exercise . I drink coconut water during and after exercise..It works for me for recovery(low calories, 400 gms potassium) No energy drinks or sugar filled fruit juice. Eat dinner early as possible.No snacking after dinner. It's okay for your stomach to feel hungry or empty.VERY IMPORTANT..portion size, portion size. My wife and I split a rib eye, or chicken breast.Switch from 12 plate to 9 plate.Cut out fried food... you can roast or grill. or steam vegetables and meat.Same for fish.Stay away from prepared foods from the grocery.They are full of sodium and fat. Cook from scratch.Substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream.I don't drink alcohol.Eat lots of salads but limit those heavy salad dressings. Everyone is differentAs you age your metabolism slows and it takes more to burn off the calories. That's what works for me. Hope that get's you motivated. I feel better.It's easier to climb those hills. Jon On Sunday, November 2, 2014 1:24:52 PM UTC-7, David Banzer wrote: First off, this isn't necessarily Riv-related, or even bike-related technically, but it is Grant-related. If this falls outside the parameters of this list, let me know, and Jim feel free to delete. I've been following Grant's new blog for his new book and am genuinely interested in the diet/exercise viewpoint that he discusses and follows. I guess my questions are (and answers probably should be offlist I guess): Anyone follow a similar diet? Your general experiences? Your reasons for adopting this diet, and your experience in the transition period? Difficulties? What would you bring on a lengthy bike ride (bike-related!) or overnight? Thanks, David Chicago -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: A Ride in the Rain
Cool! I had never heard of that camera either.Thanks for sharing.Wishing you sunshine. Jon On Saturday, November 1, 2014 11:49:58 AM UTC-6, Eric Norris wrote: Rain ride yesterday on the Quickbeam: http://youtu.be/nBz9SeellvA Eric N www.CampyOnly.com Twitter @CampyOnlyGuy Blog: CampyOnlyGuy.blogspot.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Brooks Saddle - How its made
Thanks for sharing On Monday, October 20, 2014 9:51:48 PM UTC-6, DS wrote: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Onzbi4f7wn8feature=youtu.bet=1m8s -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: FIRST RIDE ON MY B-17 standard
Hi Paul, I ride pretty upright most of the time with my hands on the end of the bar .But if I'm climbing I grab on to the front of my Albatross bars which shifts my weight and I'm leaning over not quite horizontal towards the front. Not as much as if I were in the drops of my road bike. In either position I'm comfortable .I've only ridden my B-17 three times and I have no pain or discomfort after 30 plus miles/ride. I've made minor adjustments to the nose of the saddle each ride. Hope that helps.It's a great saddle. On Tuesday, October 21, 2014 2:26:07 PM UTC-6, Paul G wrote: Jon, how upright do you sit on your bike most of the time? I'm trying to get a feel for how crouched of a riding position a B17 can handle. I sometimes ride really crouched with a horizontal back or sit up with my back at 55-50 degrees if I'm putting along slowly with the family and I'd like a saddle that can handle that range. Paul On Wednesday, October 8, 2014 2:55:22 PM UTC-7, Jon in the foothills of Central Colorado wrote: I did a lot of reading about setting up a Brooks Saddle.A majority of people said tip the nose of the saddle up. I did just a bit. Went for a 30 mile ride. The saddles positioned as far back as possible. I was expecting pain and discomfort. Didn't happen.I did experience sliding forward into the hammock. Started to feel some discomfort at the end of the ride. but bearable. I got home and tipped up the nose a bit more.Took it for a short spin..No slinding forward. Felt very comfortable I'm very pleased. And what a piece of art and craftsmanship! I got the Honey color.Just beautiful!. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: October Overnighter
Thanks for sharing.Love your bike and camping set-up. Really enjoy seeing pics of thatbeautiful part of the country. Jon On Monday, October 20, 2014 1:22:20 PM UTC-6, SpiralCage wrote: In between the rainy weather we had some nice weather this past weekend. I took advantage of this break for an overnighter at a remarkably close by campground on Bainbridge Island. Check out my report of this autumn camping excursion here: http://www.spiralcage.com/rootless/?p=4208 or just head straight for the pics: https://www.flickr.com/photos/35237104136@N01/sets/72157648886861795 cheers, Robert -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: FS: 61cm A. Homer Hilsen
Noah, Sorry to hear about your flooding.We all watched it unfold on T.V. Sorry you have to part with your bike. If it was a couple of sizes smaller I might be interested. I hope you still have a bike to ride. Jon On Saturday, October 4, 2014 11:07:57 PM UTC-6, Noah Deuce wrote: Hey folks, My Hilsen has carried me many places, but now it's being called upon to help me complete the last of the repairs from the flood damage I had here in Boulder, Colorado (pro tip: don't buy a home one month and get flooded the next). I bought this one in early 2009, so it has the expected scratches and chips (but never crashed and also ways kept inside - also, not flooded). Pics: https://www.flickr.com/gp/noahdeuce/6hawP9/ The build is pretty fantastic: Chris King rear hub, laced to a Hed Belgium C2+ rim (built in April of this year; hub is from 2011, but it's been maintained by Excel Sports); Shutter Precision generator front hub, also laced to a Belgium C2+ rim (also built in April of this year; hub is from mid-2013); BM Cyo Premium front light, attached at the crown; Schwalbe Marathon Supremes with very few miles on them, 700x35; Tektro R559 brakes; Nitto two-bolt seat post; Nitto Tallux stem; Nitto Mustache handlebars; Shimano Tiagra brake levers; Silver shifter; 44t Salsa chainring (near new); New Shimano XT 11-34 cassette; SRAM X9 type two rear derailleur (no chain bouncing); Shimano Tiagra compact double crankset; Fairly new Planet Bike fenders. Also, just in case you don't want to run a single ring setup, I'm including new Shimano chainrings - 36t 46t (from a Shimano CX-70 crankset); a new Shimano CX-70 front derailleur; and a second Silver shifter. No saddle or pedals included. Price is $1,750. If you don't pick it up, packing and shipping is $135 - if it's more than that, I pay the difference; if it's less, I refund you the difference. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
Re: [RBW] Re: I saw your flat bar Roadeo on Fourth Street Berkeley yesterday
I agree with Minh. Last week on a group ride two people looking at my new Sam asked..Is it old? Even thought it's clean and only a few months old. That's a nice bike! On Sunday, October 19, 2014 3:41:41 PM UTC-6, Minh wrote: Well we recognize it as an expensive bike, but to the average person looks,like a vintage townie bike. He left the bag on so I guess he's nearby. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Pikes Peak Highway, First Attempt
Well Done Patrick! You are the MAN! You will appreciate it the next time without wind and snow. It will be more manageable.That wind flowing over the snow had to have been cold. Maybe next time I'll join you.:) Jon On Wednesday, October 15, 2014 2:08:43 PM UTC-6, Deacon Patrick wrote: My brain was a no-go yesterday and I was reflecting on how there is no substitute for being out riding or running or camping. Nothing approximates and one of those things, let alone the combo of bikepacking. So it was with elation that I woke this morning to clear skies and happy brain and headed down from our house to the Pikes Peak Highway turn-off to climb back up again. Wow! Did it feel good to be pedaling my way up the highway. Early on after the toll booth I switched to my low gear of 32-22 on the flip-flop side. The ride to Crystal Reservoir is steady climbing but relatively easy as it’s in the woods, protected mostly from the wind, and still at the altitudes I ride frequently (8-10,000 feet). Things got interesting a bit after the halfway point (9.5 miles). The road was much more exposed to the wind, and it was steady at 30 mph with gusts to 40. The grade of the road was such that I may have been able to ride it sitting down without wind, but it would have been pushing it. Of course, standing make me a huge wall for the wind to blow against, trying heartily to send to backwards downhill. The next three miles to Glen Cove were very challenging. I stopped about ever half mile or so for a mini-breather, kicking into high-altitude climbing mode 3-4 miles before I figured I would. There was brief respite from the wind on occasional short sections of switchbacks, and I made it up these with relative ease, so perhaps on a less windy day that estimate would hold. I steadily made it to Glen Cove, 7 miles shy the summit. Of course those seven are likely doubly harder than the previous 12.5. Being near treeline, there was nothing to stop the wind, and the direction of the highway was mostly into its teeth. I tried standing pedaling and was able to inch my way forward. That, and me being wimpy, all combined to make the decision to turn around an easy one. The descent. Sublime. Wow. Smooth, curved flowing road. Amazing! Then I caught up with a vehicle and had to slow way, way down. On a straight-away I was able to pass, and did this several times. Passed bike tourists on the “we drive you up, you bike down” tour. The support van driver had cheered me on on the way up (in a good, didn’t startle me way). The 4 mile section from the base of the PPH is a very familiar 4 miles of gentle climbing I usually do in 40-16t. Since I was already in that from the descent, I decided to stay in it and see how I did, to get a benchmark of if I was out of shape, or if the wind was a big factor. I had a headwind back, but rode it with ease. Hopefully that bodes well for the next time I give this a go, which I look forward to doing! https://www.flickr.com/photos/32311885@N07/sets/72157648378500158/ With abandon, Patrick *www.MindYourHeadCoop.org http://www.MindYourHeadCoop.org* *www.OurHolyConception.org http://www.OurHolyConception.org* -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: RBW listers should enjoy this
Fun! Thanks for sharing. On Tuesday, October 14, 2014 5:47:45 PM UTC-6, Patrick Moore wrote: For those of you who don't read him regularly, this from BSNYC, who waxes more lyrical than cynical about his L'Eroica ride in Tuscany on the Brooks Blog. http://blog.brooksengland.com/wps/sometimes-the-best-rides-are-the-most-delicious-ones/ Many good photos and the usual good writing (IMO, anyway). I have to agree that Italy has more style than we do. -- Resumes, LinkedIn profiles, bios, and letters that get interviews. By-the-hour resume and LinkedIn coaching. Other professional writing services. http://www.resumespecialties.com/ www.linkedin.com/in/patrickmooreresumespec/ Patrick Moore Alburquerque, Nouvelle Mexique, Vereinigte Staaten * * Where you come from is gone, where you thought you were going to never was there, and where you are is no good unless you can get away from it. Where is there a place for you to be? No place.* * Nothing outside you can give you any place, he said. You needn't to look at the sky because it's not going to open up and show no place behind it. You needn't to search for any hole in the ground to look through into somewhere else. You can't go neither forwards nor backwards into your daddy's time nor your children's if you have them. In yourself right now is all the place you've got. If there was any Fall, look there, if there was any Redemption, look there, and if you expect any Judgment, look there, because they all three will have to be in your time and your body and where in your time and your body can they be?* * Where in your time and your body has Jesus redeemed you? he cried. Show me where because I don't see the place. If there was a place where Jesus had redeemed you that would be the place for you to be, but which of you can find it?” -- *Flannery O'Connor,* Wise Blood * -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Seat post clamp bolt snapped
My seat post slipped also on my Hillborne. Part of the frame prep at any bike shop is to take an abrasive round brush and smooth out the inside of the seat tube where the seat stays and top tube have been welded to prevent scratching the seat post.I measured my seat post and it was right on at 27.2. I solved my seat post slippage by wrapping a piece of .010 shim stock ( any auto parts store) around the seat post before inserting it into the seat post. A piece just enough to cover the circumference of the seat post and about 1 wide. It's about as thick as heavy duty aluminum foil.That solved my slippage problem. On Monday, October 13, 2014 9:47:14 AM UTC-6, DS wrote: I emailed brian @ riv who helped put this Hunq together, but while I wait for a response I thought I'd swing this by the RBW group since I'm generally not very mechanically inclined (I learn by you tube videos). 1. Been having major issues with seat post slippage on the Hunq. Every time I think I get the seat post clamp (which is part of the frame) as tight as I can get it, within 30 minutes of riding it has slipped a good inch, maybe more. I've never had this issue on a bike before, how do you address this? More grease or beeswax on the seat post? Different bolt? Quick release? Would having a medium sackville with all my camping gear be weighing it down more and causing this? 2. I stripped the seat post bolt (the one in the seat post clamp, not the saddle rails), so decided to take the whole bolt out and bring it to a LBS or hardware store to get a replacement one (it stripped just enough that i could no longer tighten it, but I could still loosen it). Upon turning it counter clockwise to get it out, the bolt head snapped right off. Now the rest of the bolt is stuck in the clamp (again, the clamp is part of the frame). So, how does one get the bolt out? Both ends are buried in the housing that is inside the clamp braze ons (is that the right terminogoy here? Is this something an LBS would have the tools to do? Or do I need to find a mechanic who knows how to drill a hole through the center of the bolt and extract it out that way? Is there an easier way? Anything to consider so I don't mess up the frame? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Who Wants to Ride up Pikes Peak?
Maybe if I had more prep time. I wish you success. Send us pics.This is the best time of the year to go..no lightning storms.I'm sure you know there are two companies in Colorado Springs that take you to the top and ride down. Another thing to consider if that the downhill can be a white knuckler.The auto manufacturers use the Peak to test their braking systems. Reports of cramping of the hands from braking is common. Incredible views.I'll think about it next year. On Saturday, October 11, 2014 3:01:00 PM UTC-6, Deacon Patrick wrote: I just learned (Doh!) that bikes are permitted on the Pikes Peak Highway year round up to the summit. The weather is supposed to be clear and sunny this coming week and a weekday autumn ride would be perfect with less traffic than summer or weekends. Cost is $12 and the gate opens at 9am (not sure if bikes can get through before then). Here’s the propaganda: http://www.visitcos.com/pikes-peak-cycling Anyone care to join me? I plan on going sometime this Monday-Friday. The road is paved, 19 miles, and climbs from 7,400 feet to 14,115 feet. I am debating whether I take the QB or the Hunqapillar. Hm. With foolish abandon, Patrick *www.MindYourHeadCoop.org http://www.MindYourHeadCoop.org* *www.OurHolyConception.org http://www.OurHolyConception.org* -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Who Wants to Ride up Pikes Peak?
Yikes! In the day ( 20 years ago) we used to ride to Cripple Creek( 10,000ft +_) from Colorado Springs and back / That;s before gambling started. I rode the Air Force Academy today..it looked like a lot of snow up there on the peak. I'll think about it...but not too long:) I'm debating whether to take the Sam or my truck ( grin) Wednesday looks like the best day. Maybe those 20 MPH winds will push us along. http://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=38.840535898000496lon=-105.04441604199968site=allsmap=1#.VDnG48jnbIU On Saturday, October 11, 2014 3:01:00 PM UTC-6, Deacon Patrick wrote: I just learned (Doh!) that bikes are permitted on the Pikes Peak Highway year round up to the summit. The weather is supposed to be clear and sunny this coming week and a weekday autumn ride would be perfect with less traffic than summer or weekends. Cost is $12 and the gate opens at 9am (not sure if bikes can get through before then). Here’s the propaganda: http://www.visitcos.com/pikes-peak-cycling Anyone care to join me? I plan on going sometime this Monday-Friday. The road is paved, 19 miles, and climbs from 7,400 feet to 14,115 feet. I am debating whether I take the QB or the Hunqapillar. Hm. With foolish abandon, Patrick *www.MindYourHeadCoop.org http://www.MindYourHeadCoop.org* *www.OurHolyConception.org http://www.OurHolyConception.org* -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Ride Report: More Apen Shots
NIce photos Patrick.It was another beautiful Colorado fall day! On Saturday, October 11, 2014 1:38:48 PM UTC-6, Deacon Patrick wrote: I headed out, unsure how far I’d make it. Decided on the shorter Lovell Gulch at the junction. Pikes Peak is wearing her snow cap again, after Hurricane Simon Petered out over Colorado the past two days. Glorious Autumn day in the 40’s! Blue sky morning, clouding up as afternoon arrived. Frost lingered on the north facing hills and a wondrous golden carpet was rolled out for me on most of the trail. No chains broke, single speed was marvelous, and a woman mistook me for a mountain lion as I had my pipe in an aspen glen (I didn’t see you! And I’m looking for mountain lions!”). I didn’t have the heart to tell her the mountain lions you have to worry about are the ones you wouldn’t see until they are on your neck. Sardonic grin. A grand wee ride! https://www.flickr.com/photos/32311885@N07/sets/72157648239083407/ With abandon, Patrick *www.MindYourHeadCoop.org http://www.MindYourHeadCoop.org* *www.OurHolyConception.org http://www.OurHolyConception.org* -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Who Wants to Ride up Pikes Peak?
I'm not sure I'm up for the challenge. I'm positive my Doc would say no. Here's a quip from a guy who does Mt Evans. http://14ers.com/php14ers/tripreport.php?trip=12854cpgm=tripmainski=Include On Saturday, October 11, 2014 3:01:00 PM UTC-6, Deacon Patrick wrote: I just learned (Doh!) that bikes are permitted on the Pikes Peak Highway year round up to the summit. The weather is supposed to be clear and sunny this coming week and a weekday autumn ride would be perfect with less traffic than summer or weekends. Cost is $12 and the gate opens at 9am (not sure if bikes can get through before then). Here’s the propaganda: http://www.visitcos.com/pikes-peak-cycling Anyone care to join me? I plan on going sometime this Monday-Friday. The road is paved, 19 miles, and climbs from 7,400 feet to 14,115 feet. I am debating whether I take the QB or the Hunqapillar. Hm. With foolish abandon, Patrick *www.MindYourHeadCoop.org http://www.MindYourHeadCoop.org* *www.OurHolyConception.org http://www.OurHolyConception.org* -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] FIRST RIDE ON MY B-17 standard
I did a lot of reading about setting up a Brooks Saddle.A majority of people said tip the nose of the saddle up. I did just a bit. Went for a 30 mile ride. The saddles positioned as far back as possible. I was expecting pain and discomfort. Didn't happen.I did experience sliding forward into the hammock. Started to feel some discomfort at the end of the ride. but bearable. I got home and tipped up the nose a bit more.Took it for a short spin..No slinding forward. Felt very comfortable I'm very pleased. And what a piece of art and craftsmanship! I got the Honey color.Just beautiful!. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] A Toast to Cork, on CBS
Seen on CBS Sunday Morning : http://www.cbsnews.com/videos/a-toast-to-cork/ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Amazing bike video
Incredible! My body hurts just watching that.No fear! Thanks for sharing. On Thursday, October 2, 2014 8:43:08 PM UTC-6, Mark Taintor wrote: Some of you have, no doubt, seen other Danny Macaskill videos. He's an amazing rider that can do some incredible stunts. In this one, he's riding on the Isle of Skye in The Cuillin. Wonderful photography, terrific production values, beautiful scenery, amazing riding. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xQ_IQS3VKjA Enjoy, Mark -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] 56 WILBURY FOR SALE ON CL..NY
http://boulder.craigslist.org/bik/4694621028.html -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: DIY Saddlebag Quick-Release
Very nice! And you have the self satisfaction you made it yourself and it didn't cost you an arm and leg. I would like to see how you attached it to your saddle also. Is that a B17 select saddle?? On Saturday, September 27, 2014 5:12:41 PM UTC-6, jar351 wrote: I was pretty psyched when I bought a used Saddlesack bag from a fellow poster here last weekend. My partner was not. She thinks I spend too much of my very little money on bike stuff--for the record, she's right--and besides that, we live in Oakland. So perhaps understandably she responded to my boyish excitement with a look that said, you *know* that's way too f-ing fancy and it's *going* to get stolen. I retorted that I planned to attach it to my bike with a piece of bike chain and a crap load of zip ties, but still she was unfazed. Those things would not stop a thief. As much as I hated to admit it she was right. That's when I decided to the opposite tack: make the bag super *easy* to detach and carry. I know that Riv sells a Nitto-made doohickey for just such a purpose, but come on, $100? That's almost as much as I paid for the friggin bag. Anyhow, that's how I ended up making this thing: https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-pz2jSRSID5M/VCdBEfiAUWI/B5E/Sch1951fkR4/s1600/IMG_5445.jpg For the record, yes, I blatantly copied the Nitto design as much as possible, and took some cues from another DIYer who had made the same kind of thing and posted it on Flickr. I couldn't figure out the attachment mechanism of the Nitto mount from the photos on the Riv site, so I just made a back plate and sandwiched the saddle rails between it and the main plate that you see in the photo. Seems to work well enough so far. The body of the mount I made from aluminum flat bar, so I'm sure it's not as durable as the Nitto one, which I assume is steel, but how strong does this thing need to be? The tube that the QR skewer goes through is just 1/2-inch PVC but I decided to wrap it in bar tape to avoid the toilet paper dispenser look. I made this in a few hours with no power tools except an ancient BlackDecker drill and if you don't count the cost of the drill bits and tap (which I wanted to have anyway), the whole mount cost me about $15 to make. Most of that was the cost of the aluminum flat bar, of which I have plenty leftover for other projects. (I already had the QR skewer from I don't know where.) Anyway, it was a fun project, not just about saving a little dough. More photos on Flickr: https://www.flickr.com/photos/37784914@N02/sets/72157647694465480/ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Autumn Quickbeam Ride!
Patrick, Beautiful pics.I'm happy you are back in the saddle again. Did you ride from your house? Thanks for sharing! On Sunday, September 28, 2014 1:33:34 PM UTC-6, Deacon Patrick wrote: I headed out this morning at 7, wheels crunching through the thick frost. I had no idea how far I would go, but had in the back of my mind that I’d ride the Rampart Reservoir loop if I kept feeling good. Mile after mile, I kept feeling great. I’m surprised how little of the core abdominal muscles I use standing to climb. Lower back, yes. Abdominal, far less. That’s a good thing, 9 days out from surgery! Grin. Aspen colors are stellar. What a wondrous gift to get to ride these roads and trails out my front door! Oh, I nearly hit a deer while climbing (go figure). She was grazing on the side of the road. I watched her as I approached. Single speeds are quiet. I remember that now, not then. She startled into the road as I was nearly next to her, only just quick enough to evade my front wheel. Then she went really fast. Anyone know the best way to get deer hair out from my teeth? Sardonic grin. Photos tell you I either had a brilliant ride, or hired someone to have one for me. Grin. https://www.flickr.com/photos/32311885@N07/sets/72157648130349591/ With abandon, Patrick *www.MindYourHeadCoop.org http://www.MindYourHeadCoop.org* *www.OurHolyConception.org http://www.OurHolyConception.org* -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Frankenstein Bike
I think he saw your bike in all it's beauty and was at a loss for words It's truly a thing of beauty only appreciated by a bicycle enthusiast . On Friday, September 26, 2014 9:42:06 PM UTC-6, hsmitham wrote: I'm off on Friday's while the rest of humanity in Los Angeles is madly rushing to get home in petrol-chemical bubbles. I decided to do a ramble over Pasadena way mail some letters go to Vroman's book store and have a bite to eat. While resting a spell a fellow walks up to me and say's that's a great Frankenstein bike but with nice parts. I didn't know entirely how to respond? I could have gone through the litany of what makes this bike special and the Rivendell ethos. Instead I just said thank you. Interesting perceptions out there regarding bicycles. https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-IqXjyHNEb70/VCYxrLARJjI/BHQ/hF7AE63ps8A/s1600/Hilsen%2B%26%2BFountain.jpg ~Hugh -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Kryptonite Question
I ordered a Kryptonite New York standard U-lock when they were 20% off. It should arrive soon. Now I'm thinking I might be better off getting the Messenger Mini set instead and get a pitlock for the rear wheel seat post. I usually lock the bike up for a short time for lunch or to go into a store. The New Yorker weighs 4lb,5 oz. Not sure about the Messenger weight. . Kryptonite says the messenger will be available this winter. Opinions? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Considering my first Riv purchase and looking for helpful advice
I'm a new member of this group and recently purchased a Sam from Rivendell and built it from the frame up.I looked at the LHT and it's a great bike and the price difference definitely stood out. I never rode either bike before buying my Sam. The thing that put the Sam above the LHT was the people at Rivendell. You can call them anytime and no matter who you talk to they know their product line and they will answer your questions with enthusiasm .The same goes for the people in this group. The Rivendell people know what works and what doesn't and won't sell you components that are not compatible with other components or the bike. They ride what they sell. I think the Rivendell buying experience is something special .Buying a bike should be fun and they will be there after the sale to help with questions or problems. One example is I was in the middle of building my Sam and I realized that I forgot to order brake levers.I called on a Friday afternoon and Vince understood that I would have to stop until I got levers and went out of his way to ship out the levers that afternoon and they were in my hands before I needed them. Everything that they suggested has worked out great.It's the first bike I have ever bought over the phone and it is the most comfortable bike I've bought in 30 years of riding. Tell them what you want to use the bike for and they will fix you up with the best components and accessories and you can trust they won't sell you more than you need. My two cents. Jon On Monday, September 22, 2014 4:02:14 AM UTC-6, Ty Jeske wrote: I've been riding a bargain lugged steel Schwinn Traveler (1982) for the last several years. The frame is a little small for me and I've sunk several times its purchase price into repairs, but it has been a reliable and mostly comfortable steed. For the last week though, I've been borrowing a friend's Long Haul Trucker and I've come to realize that the last 30 years have brought desirable advances to bicycle technology. The time has finally come to make an upgrade. I love the ride of steel, and the look of lugged steel in particular, so I'm looking between the LHT and the Rivendell Sam Hillborne. The advantage of the LHT is that I'm riding one now and know exactly what I'd be getting. It's also about half the cost of the Sam. The Sam has the advantage of beautiful lugs, possibly superior components, and a reputation for lasting a lifetime. It also fits my ideal of a comfortable go-anywhere bike. Does anybody have any experience with both that may help me decide? Even better, does anyone know how I may go about test riding the Sam Hillborne? I'm in Tampa FL. I plan to use the bike much as I do my current one. Mostly recreational rides (15-40 mi), fetching groceries, etc. The occasional overnight camping trip and rare credit card or light touring. Whatever I get will need to take me through the level wooded area and fields between my house and the nearest paved bike trail. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: A different kind of S24O
Patrick, Sorry to hear about your hospital stay .Wishing you a quick and successful recovery. Sometime life throws a wrench into our gears. I'm happy you got to go out and spend some time with your brother and see the fall colors at their peak before your surgery. On Sunday, September 21, 2014 9:08:57 AM UTC-6, Deacon Patrick wrote: A hospital S24O. In for tests, rushed to surgery, appendix removed as it is rupturing (the surgeon made it sound like a poorly written drama where the timing of days and hours all culminates to a matter of seconds. Apparently that is how life sometimes is. Sardonic grin.), overnight (never recommended, and a torturous gauntlet for someone with a bludgeoned brain, but the staff was wonderful and did all they possibly could to accommodate me — a wonderful surprise). So now I wait for the abdominal wall to heal. I’m told no strenuous activity for 6 weeks. I managed a walk of a quarter mile this morning (first full day home) after a wonderful night rain. Ahh, the smells of the mountains after a rain in autumn! Hoping to ride the flat-ish road to a flatfish trail and do some non-strenuious walking on the “lowlander” trail in a few days. I’m looking forward to further accessing the healing ways of the bicycle and the near bare foot! Grin. With abandon, Patrick *www.MindYourHeadCoop.org http://www.MindYourHeadCoop.org* *www.OurHolyConception.org http://www.OurHolyConception.org* -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: suggestions for a bike computer?
I use the Garmin Edge 500.Living in the no flat road zone it's fun to check the altitude gain and like RJM said ..no sensors.They give you a couple of mounts to use on multiple bikes and the computer is easy off ,easy on when switching to a different bike I will say the Heart Rate monitor has been often discussed on the Garmin forum and I have tried two versions of the HRM strap and both have inconsistent readings or no readings at all and fortunately I bought them at REI and returned them without any questions.Many users have cited polyester clothing flapping in the breeze as the problem.I recently bought a MIO Link http://www.rei.com/item/874581/mio-link-heart-rate-monitor wrist strap that works well with the Garmin. Strapless HRMs are the new future. On Sunday, September 14, 2014 9:39:48 PM UTC-6, Neil wrote: Despite historical resistance to the idea, I am contemplating a bike computer for my Sam, the better with which to follow cue sheets and the like. Any suggestions from the Bunch? I suppose I would prefer wireless, and a small, modest screen. Cheers, Neil -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Brooks and Rivet saddles for sae
Don, I'm interested also.Could we see pics? How old are they?,Jon On Friday, September 12, 2014 6:49:23 PM UTC-6, Don Compton wrote: I have 3 Brooks B17Ti's for sale. They are broken in but have not been damaged from weather or abuse. $70 plus shipping each. I also have three Rivet Pearl, steel railed saddles for sale , all in excellent shape. $60 plus shipping each. I have one Rivet Pearl, Ti rail , excellent condition. $75 plus shipping. If interested, I can e-mail pics. Don Compton -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: QB BB spec
What brand is the BB? Does the creak happen when both pedals are on the down stroke? Have they ruled out a pedal? I'm sure they removed the BB and regreased the threads before reinstalling. Is there play when the crank arm is pulled side to side? A light coating of oil on the spindle before installing the crank might help. Those creaks can be annoying! Good luck with that! On Thursday, September 11, 2014 10:04:33 AM UTC-6, Tex69 wrote: My LBS is having a problem dealing with a nasty creak in the BB area of my (silver) QB. They don't seem to know what BB would be best, whether to use ISO or JIS, or whether the crank (standard Sugino crank that shippped with the QBS) is the issue. The most recent is that the BB installs fine and that the crank arm might be rounded off and not setting. Any QB BB wisdom would be appreciated. My QB is a low-mileage sunny-day machine that has 2000 miles or less. IMHO, it should have a trashed/rounded crank unless it was mis-installed in some capacity. I ride and rarely wrench, at least on BBs and cranks. thanks Tim S Louisville KY -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] German Mirror ???
Does anyone use or have experience with the German Mirror from Rivendell? Comments??? I'm looking for a bike mounted mirror. Thanks in advance. Jon -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: German Mirror ???
*SOLD! Thanks to all of you for your input and pics.I haven't found anything close in LBS..Your bikes certainly have their own charisma! So Cool!* *Thanks..Jon* On Tuesday, September 9, 2014 4:12:25 PM UTC-6, Jon in the foothills of Central Colorado wrote: Does anyone use or have experience with the German Mirror from Rivendell? Comments??? I'm looking for a bike mounted mirror. Thanks in advance. Jon -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Well, Damn
People just can't wait 3 seconds for a bike to get through an intersection.I hope you recover quickly. Inspect your bike for hidden damage: Feel under the down tube and top tube just behind the head tube for any bulges that may have ben caused by the impact. Have the bike shop remove the fork and inspect the fork crown and steerer tube for bends and cracks.Have them put the fork in a fork jig to check the alignment .Have them service the headset while the fork is out. Have them give the bike a total inspection *The V-DUB guy will pay for it.. You don't want something to happen later down the road that was caused by the accident.* Hope you are feeling better and back out on the road soon. Jon On Saturday, September 6, 2014 9:01:26 PM UTC-6, Christopher Chen wrote: My Hilsen is out of commission for a little while. Heading on NW Broadway towards the bridge, at Flanders, when a silver VW Golf making a left turn hits me. I go up and over and make a nice dent on the windshield. Roll back down when the car stops and land on my feet (like a cat!) and walk away, a bit dazed. Cops show up, we have a party with the firefighters, ambulance comes and leaves. Witness gives his story, all the data gets swapped. Front rack is bent, front fork is askew, wheel is tacoed, but everything is fixable. Police officer gives me a ride back to my apartment (hey it turns out cops carry bikes on their cars all the time, by fitting the wheels between the grill and the big external bumper on the front). X-rays turn out okay, no fractures. Everyone at the hospital was great. It was about 8 hours ago and I'm just coming down from the endorphins. I got a malt milkshake (horchata cookie!) to celebrate. Oh yeah, and my helmet is all cracked up. I'll be fine though. Anyway, keep an eye out there... Cheers cc still picking pieces of windshield glass out of his hair -- I want the kind of six pack you can't drink. -- Micah -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Ride/Trip Report: Labor Day weekend at Cape Lookout (Oregon)
Thanks Shawn for sharing your story and pics.Just beautiful! On Sunday, September 7, 2014 11:23:17 AM UTC-6, Shawn Granton wrote: Hello folks- Like Chris Chen and Andy Schmidt, I rode out to Cape Lookout on the Oregon Coast and camped with the dozens of cyclotourists there. And I finally got around to writing up the trip report! You can find it here: http://urbanadventureleague.wordpress.com/2014/09/07/trip-report-cape-lookout-labor-day-mini-tour/ And a full set of photos here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/urbanadventureleaguepdx/sets/72157647017962075/ Enjoy! -Shawn - http://urbanadventureleague.wordpress.com/ http://societyofthreespeeds.wordpress.com/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/urbanadventureleaguepdx/ http://bikesspottedpdx.tumblr.com/ Un-electronic mail goes here: P O Box 14185, Portland OR 97293-0185 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: How a Bicycle is Made (1945)
Thanks..Enjoyed it! On Thursday, September 4, 2014 8:11:15 PM UTC-6, Bill wrote: Steel is real! http://vimeo.com/39401575 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Steel bikes on T.V..and ,Movies
Since you joined this group or owning a Rivendell do you notice yourself focusing on the , steel, mixte,step through, and fendered, bikes when you see them in movies and on T.V.? I do. They are especially prevalent in foreign films and British series like Masterpiece Classics on PBS. I was watching a foreign movie on Net Flix and there was a young woman riding a step through wearing a full length dress.It had fenders, chain guard and a bar brake. I may not of paid much attention to detail had I not owned a Rivendell or since joining this group. Fun stuff. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: What do Rivendell Riders use for saddle covers?
I was wondering about that too as I await the delivery of my Rivet Saddle.I was wondering if a Shower cap would work with a little help from a bungee cord. On Sunday, August 31, 2014 8:33:04 PM UTC-6, lungimsam wrote: I have a B17 Flyer with a Carradice saddle bag strapped to the saddle loops. I am wondering what works well with this set up. Thanks. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Chains and cassettes
Thanks for posting about the spray lubricant. Pedro's used to sell a dry spray lubricant in LBS.Then they discontinued it.I think due to pressure from environmentalists. Good Stuff. Thanks again. On Monday, August 18, 2014 9:00:15 PM UTC-6, Don Compton wrote: Maybe I am just an anal fanatic, but I clean my chains and cassettes every 100 miles or so. I learned back in the nine speed days, that if I used a chain too long, the cassette would also be worn out. Now( my bikes are all obsolete Campy 10sp), I run my chains 3000 miles. I buy the cheapist KMC 10sp chains. I have cassettes that are 10 yo. Also, many of my Campy shifters have been rebuilt, but not bad since there mostly 8-10yo. All my front and rear derailleurs work perfectly. Campy is a great companion to my Roadeo. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Chains and cassettes
A lot of chain wear is closely related to the riders choice of gears.If the gears that are commonly used are at extreme angles then the chain is going to wear faster as well as the chain rings and rear cluster. Also some riders have a smooth cadence and others hammer and don't let up during shifting. On Monday, August 18, 2014 9:00:15 PM UTC-6, Don Compton wrote: Maybe I am just an anal fanatic, but I clean my chains and cassettes every 100 miles or so. I learned back in the nine speed days, that if I used a chain too long, the cassette would also be worn out. Now( my bikes are all obsolete Campy 10sp), I run my chains 3000 miles. I buy the cheapist KMC 10sp chains. I have cassettes that are 10 yo. Also, many of my Campy shifters have been rebuilt, but not bad since there mostly 8-10yo. All my front and rear derailleurs work perfectly. Campy is a great companion to my Roadeo. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Sam is built...AMAZING
What a fun project.Going for a ride tomorrow. What an amazing ride. So comfortable! Tried to load pics from computer but got error message so it's photo bucket.More pics as my wish list gets filled. Kickstand,clem bell , rear rack,sackville saddle bag chestnut Rivet saddle http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj75/wings55_album/Rivendell/P1010020_zpsd5961fa8.jpg http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj75/wings55_album/Rivendell/P1010021_zps6ac6650a.jpg http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj75/wings55_album/Rivendell/P1010022_zps5119b3a7.jpg http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj75/wings55_album/Rivendell/P1010023_zpsf956d0a8.jpg http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj75/wings55_album/Rivendell/P1010025_zps6008aa27.jpg http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj75/wings55_album/Rivendell/P1010025_zps6008aa27.jpg http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj75/wings55_album/Rivendell/P1010029_zpsf6b23bb0.jpg http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj75/wings55_album/Rivendell/P1010030_zps38ec90a4.jpg -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] REI Sale
20% off bike locks more http://www.rei.com/s/bike-accessory-deals -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Chains and cassettes
Clean and lubricated parts work better for sure.Gotta love the toughness of those Campy parts.I have Campy 10 speed on my road bike.The components are 12 years old and still works fine.I use a Campy 10spd chain along with a Wipperman connex master link for easy off and on to clean. For those days when you'd like to remove the chain but don't feel like doing it, there is a product I found at the bike shop called: Rock and Roll Lubrication. You shake it up and apply a steady stream at the cassette while freewheeling the chain backwards.After about 5 seconds wipe the chain thoroughly.It cleans and lubricates. Leaves no oily residue. Also Rohloff and Park Tools make a Go-NO-Go gauge that can tell when to switch out your chain before it wears out your cassette .Also you can measure your chain stretch with a 12 scale, pin to pin to see how much your chain has stretched. On Monday, August 18, 2014 9:00:15 PM UTC-6, Don Compton wrote: Maybe I am just an anal fanatic, but I clean my chains and cassettes every 100 miles or so. I learned back in the nine speed days, that if I used a chain too long, the cassette would also be worn out. Now( my bikes are all obsolete Campy 10sp), I run my chains 3000 miles. I buy the cheapist KMC 10sp chains. I have cassettes that are 10 yo. Also, many of my Campy shifters have been rebuilt, but not bad since there mostly 8-10yo. All my front and rear derailleurs work perfectly. Campy is a great companion to my Roadeo. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Hello
Wlecome,Not in New England either and I'm a newbie . I sure enjoy looking at your two Rivendells. Very nice! Thanks for sharing. On Monday, August 18, 2014 9:05:58 PM UTC-6, Kevin C wrote: Hello - I have been a long time reader of the RBW Owners Bunch group and finally decided to participate. Thought I would start with a couple pictures of my Rivendells; my Roadeo riding in western MA and my Atlantis on a recent overnight. I live in eastern MA, and one of my main interests in joining the group is potentially connecting up with other Rivendell owners in the New England area. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Re: Helmet recommendations
Hi Joe, I hope you are recovering quickly from your crash! I would just say get a helmet that meets or exceeds all the safety criteria,fits well and provides coverage where it counts, is comfortable,has pads that can be washed remove easily and also has pads that can be replaced. And most importantly makes you look FAST! Hope you are out on your bike soon. Jon On Sunday, August 17, 2014 1:14:16 PM UTC-6, Mojo wrote: I just recently used my helmet, it is showing a crack all the way from front to back. So I am in the market for a new one. My criteria in order of diminishing importance: no tail fin so generally roundish, excellent ventilation, fit for large heads (23.5 circumference/7 1/2-7 3/4), a visor for the sun, easy to adjust, non-bright color (white would be ideal), not super expensive, I have used and liked Giros and Bells. I like the look of the Giro Aspect http://velonews.competitor.com/2013/10/bikes-and-tech/reviewed-giro-aspect-helmet_305823 or the Giro Hex http://www.rei.com/product/809812/giro-hex-bike-helmet or the Bell Stoker http://www.rei.com/product/864341/bell-stoker-bike-helmet-mens I have used the Bell Metro/Citi in the past and liked its features, but I found it hot and not well ventilated. I still have a Metro, with its rain cover, for cold season riding Thanks for your thoughts, Joe in western Colorado -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
[RBW] Great Scenery..Pro Challenge Colorado
The Pro Cycling Chalenge starts tomorrow in Colorado.It's broadcast on NBCSN. It goes through some of the most beautiful parts of Colorado. Great Ideas for a tour vacation. Link: http://usaprocyclingchallenge.com/route -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
