[RBW] Re: Road Std up for sale on the bay

Ambrosio is easy to misspell as the dessert name; he's just quoting standard Rivspeak for the tire clearance, and makes it clear that's what he's doing; extended top tube for Rivendell means he's thinks the toptube is kinda long for a 61cm Rivendell. There is nothing suspect about this ad. Joe

[RBW] 58 cm Quickbeam still available

My 58cm Quickbeam is still up for sale. The price has been reduced to $1290, and now includes packing and shipping to anywhere in the USA lower 48. If you pick the bike up from my house (SF Bay Area), the price will be $1250. Hard to believe that this almost like-new bike hasn't sold yet. I

Re: [RBW] 58 cm Quickbeam still available

Damned good price and my size -- almost unfortunate I just bought the Herse. On Fri, May 20, 2011 at 1:04 AM, Tim Smith tssm...@sonic.net wrote: My 58cm Quickbeam is still up for sale. The price has been reduced to $1290, and now includes packing and shipping to anywhere in the USA lower 48.

[RBW] Re: Columbia Gorge Ride

Wow great pictures.Looks like a wonderful ride and some perfect weather. How far is it to the falls? On May 19, 11:17 pm, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote: Today was an absolutely amazing day here in Portland. I woke to sun and expected highs in the 70s. I ended up doing an out and back

[RBW] Re: FS Rivendell Road Frame

I have had a few questiosn about the standover, Im sorry but Im not sure. Probably similar to the 60cm Rambo but again Im not positive. Andrew On May 19, 2:39 pm, Andrew andrewkib...@gmail.com wrote: Also included is the King headset On May 19, 1:39 pm, Andrew andrewkib...@gmail.com wrote:

Re: [RBW] Re: Columbia Gorge Ride

Open-wheeled roadster mode, awesome! On Fri, May 20, 2011 at 1:17 AM, newenglandbike matthiasbe...@gmail.comwrote: Wow great pictures.Looks like a wonderful ride and some perfect weather. How far is it to the falls? On May 19, 11:17 pm, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote: Today was an

Re: [RBW] 58 cm Quickbeam still available

Come on Patrick, there's gotta' be room for one more!!! On Fri, May 20, 2011 at 12:25 AM, PATRICK MOORE bertin...@gmail.com wrote: Damned good price and my size -- almost unfortunate I just bought the Herse. On Fri, May 20, 2011 at 1:04 AM, Tim Smith tssm...@sonic.net wrote: My 58cm

[RBW] Re: Front derailer for 48-38-24: Shimano, Campy, IRD?

Reporting back: I found an old but lightly used Shimano XCE braze-on front der. on eBay. I swapped it for the IRD Alpina-d and, sure enough, the action of my Silver shifter is a bit easier on my thumb. Perhaps the lever arm provides more leverage or the spring is a bit lighter. Either way, I'm

Re: [RBW] 58 cm Quickbeam still available

But no money, alas... But damn, that's a good price for a very well built bike, shipped no less. You other idiots, buy it, quickly! Why not take up a collection for Tim? I'll chip in if others will; contact me off list. This is serious. It's sad to see such a nice bike being sold at a fire sale

[RBW] Offered: 650A Panaracer Col de la Vie Randonnee Tires

This was Riv's last set of 650As. Thought they would fit my 26 wheels on an old Schwinn Three speed, but didn't. Says on the side: 26 x 1 1/2 to fit rim 26 x 1 3/8 Michael climbthem...@gmail.com Walnut Creek, CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] FS Rivendell Road Frame

I have a Long Low built by Joe Starck the month before yours. Your asking price is a super deal for anyone looking for a 60cm Road Standard! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to

[RBW] Re: FS Rivendell Road Frame

If I didn't have a 60cm Ram, this would be beyond tempting I wish you a great sale! -L -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] Re: Columbia Gorge Ride

On May 20, 6:43 am, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: Open-wheeled roadster mode, awesome! Yeah, open-wheeled roadster mode was awesome. After all my recent miles on Marathons, I have to admit the JB Greens felt great. I need to do a bit of a tire shuffle between the bikes--JB Greens to

[RBW] Re: Carbonomas fork in real life?

I hope this leads to a flood of dirt-cheap carbon 1 forks on the market! I could definitely use one. Does anyone know what the difference are between the Carbonamas fork and the similar Soma 'classic' forks? http://store.somafab.com/soclcufo.html -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: Herse in just-about final form

Very nice bike! On May 18, 9:08 pm, PATRICK MOORE bertin...@gmail.com wrote: https://picasaweb.google.com/BERTIN753/HerseComplete051811?authkey=Gv... Rivendell-esque if not Rivendellian. -- Patrick Moore Albuquerque, NM For professional resumes, contact Patrick Moore, ACRW

Re: [RBW] Offered: 650A Panaracer Col de la Vie Randonnee Tires

Michael! I am local and would love to try these! I've got a stack of 650A rims that I've been slowly building up into esoteric wheels. Let me know, would be cool to meet regardless. I am 617.233.1294 cell, text or call- around all weekend. I'm just over by John Muir Hospital Thanks =- Joe On

[RBW] 650a tires taken

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Re: [RBW] Offered: 650A Panaracer Col de la Vie Randonnee Tires

On Fri, May 20, 2011 at 07:00, climbthemtns climbthem...@gmail.com wrote: This was Riv's last set of 650As.  Thought they would fit my 26 wheels on an old Schwinn Three speed, but didn't. Sounds like you need 597's, as you may have already figured out:

[RBW] Anything look odd on this Ram?

I've been looking at look at this Ram on Craigslist: http://inlandempire.craigslist.org/bik/2388442830.html The cable routing, handlebars and tape are all bugging me, but I'm on the fence about going to see it anyway. What do y'all think? Daniel -- You received this message because you are

Re: [RBW] Anything look odd on this Ram?

On Fri, 2011-05-20 at 10:51 -0700, Daniel wrote: I've been looking at look at this Ram on Craigslist: http://inlandempire.craigslist.org/bik/2388442830.html The cable routing, handlebars and tape are all bugging me, but I'm on the fence about going to see it anyway. All trivial and easily

[RBW] Re: Anything look odd on this Ram?

Not a big deal, and that's a decent price for a full bike (even if quite a bit of it is old) On May 20, 1:51 pm, Daniel aframaf...@gmail.com wrote: I've been looking at look at this Ram on Craigslist:http://inlandempire.craigslist.org/bik/2388442830.html The cable routing, handlebars and

[RBW] Re: Anything look odd on this Ram?

Yes, I guess it's not a big deal, but it just looks bad to me. I'm trying to make an educated decision and go in with my eyes open. There's a lot to like. I've always thought the orange is great. I wonder, too, what the story is with the mismatched wheels (maybe the hubs match...) and what's in

[RBW] Re: FS Rivendell Road Frame

Oh man. Nice color, too. I hear a voice in my head: Sir, put the credit card down on the floor and back away s-l-o-w-l-y... -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to

[RBW] Selling My Rivendell Custom

Dear Forum Friends, The time has come to sell my Rivendell custom. I thought I would start here, before branching out to a wider audience (read: eBay). I haven't ridden it much in the 10 years I've had it. I'm not a racer, and prefer to get around on my Saluki commuter and my Atlantis. I am the

[RBW] Re: Anything look odd on this Ram?

It's a horribly executed build on a very very good bike. Do a quick mental inventory of the parts that must be replaced when you see it. If you feel like you'll need to replace lots of stuff, then lower your offer. Plan on doing the equivalent of a rebuild at least. The number I'd keep in mind

Re: [RBW] Anything look odd on this Ram?

Looks to me like any bike that was: a.) built up in part with components that were hanging around the garage b.) entrusted to someone for care who doesn't know much or care much about bikes Those are sometimes the best value purchases. Good Luck! Sean

[RBW] Re: Selling My Rivendell Custom

One other thing: It has MKS Royal Nuevo pedals, Christophe toe clips, and Cinelli top straps. Those dang pedals ran $90+ ten years ago. I have a second pair if anyone has been looking for them. On May 20, 11:28 am, John Bennett johnat...@gmail.com wrote: Dear Forum Friends, The time has come

[RBW] Re: Portland Riv-ish Ride

Still not attending. On May 19, 3:53 pm, Allan in Portland allan_f...@aracnet.com wrote: I think a few list members have gone on this in past years. For those in the Portland area and not familiar with Pedalpalooza, typically the rides are long on socializing and short on miles.

[RBW] Camping and riding in the Sierras?

Not a bike tour, but places to ride and camp along a Sierras route from Salem, OR to Anaheim, CA. My boss and I are driving from Portland to a trade show in Anaheim next month. We're taking two days each way, and going through the Sierras, not I-5. We'll camp one night or two, and are considering

[RBW] Re: Anything look odd on this Ram?

Hey, Inland Empire... that's me! Can't view CL @ work though. Depending on where in the IE it is, I can possibly check it out for someone over the weekend (not a promise, tomorrow's filled w/ ToC fun and Sunday is too far away). Does it mention any specific city in the ad? On May 20, 11:33 am,

[RBW] FS: Oddball very cheap lugged steel bike for one of you super tall folks

My kids go to Harding Elementary School in El Cerrito. I'm a member of the Dad's Club, an offshoot of the PTA that is more about getting stuff done than it is about having meetings. This weekend is our first annual bike sale. We took donation bikes from the community, fixed up the bikes and are

[RBW] Re: Anything look odd on this Ram?

Yes - It's in Palm Springs. I'm in Yorba Linda, so that's quite a ways It would be awesome if you checked it out, but the seller is out until Tuesday night. Since the bike belonged to the seller's father, I'm thinking to ask to speak to him (the father). Daniel On May 20, 12:45 pm,

[RBW] Re: Portland Riv-ish Ride

I won't be there. --mike On May 20, 11:52 am, Lynne Fitz fitzb...@comcast.net wrote: Still not attending. On May 19, 3:53 pm, Allan in Portland allan_f...@aracnet.com wrote: I think a few list members have gone on this in past years. For those in the Portland area and not familiar with

Re: [RBW] Selling My Rivendell Custom

The saddle angle is perfect, but the bars are way too high. Seriously, beautiful bike. I have a '99 Joe S custom and love it, tho' almost wish I'd chosen your orange. On Fri, May 20, 2011 at 12:28 PM, John Bennett johnat...@gmail.com wrote: Dear Forum Friends, The time has come to sell my

Re: [RBW] Anything look odd on this Ram?

It looks worth a visit to me. It looks as if the owner wanted to make his rear aero lever into a non-aero lever, so presumably you'd have to re-string the rear cable and re-tape that side of the bar (actually, re-tape the whole thing; black don't cut it for that color); alter the hook angle and

Re: [RBW] Re: Herse in just-about final form

Thanks. Am enjoying it immensely; my first coasting and multispeed road bike in years. Too damn' easy! On Fri, May 20, 2011 at 9:12 AM, johnb jbust...@gmail.com wrote: Very nice bike! On May 18, 9:08 pm, PATRICK MOORE bertin...@gmail.com wrote:

[RBW] Re: Anything look odd on this Ram?

Bummer, that's about an hour drive for me... was hoping it was more Riverside/Corona direction. Not so easy to get out there. Well, I get points for considering it, right??? On May 20, 1:02 pm, Daniel aframaf...@gmail.com wrote: Yes - It's in Palm Springs.  I'm in Yorba Linda, so that's quite

Re: [RBW] Re: Herse in just-about final form

On Fri, 2011-05-20 at 14:22 -0600, PATRICK MOORE wrote: Thanks. Am enjoying it immensely; my first coasting and multispeed road bike in years. Too damn' easy! So what was that thing you recently got rid of? Some new Riv model, I thought. -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: Anything look odd on this Ram?

Are you time trialling tomorrow at ToC? Ryan On May 20, 1:23 pm, cyclotour...@gmail.com cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: Bummer, that's about an hour drive for me... was hoping it was more Riverside/Corona direction.  Not so easy to get out there.  Well, I get points for considering it, right???

[RBW] Re: Anything look odd on this Ram?

Just waiting for the EPO to kick in! On May 20, 1:57 pm, rcnute rcn...@hotmail.com wrote: Are you time trialling tomorrow at ToC? Ryan On May 20, 1:23 pm, cyclotour...@gmail.com cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: Bummer, that's about an hour drive for me... was hoping it was more

[RBW] Re: Portland Riv-ish Ride

Me neither. Busy. But if you've never been, consider going. It can be sorta fun. --Beth -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group,

[RBW] Re: Anything look odd on this Ram?

tomorrow is the big climb to Baldy. I'll catch the finish in Thousand Oaks... and I'd snatch that Ram up if I wuz you Daniel. Even with some parts swaps it's a good deal if the frame is straight and it fits. Other than max tire width it's same frame as Hilsen. Sturdier than a Roadeo. ~mike On

[RBW] Re: Herse in just-about final form

A Herse beater... what is this world coming too? If you don't care for it Patrick I'll take it off your hands. ~mike On May 20, 1:33 pm, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote: On Fri, 2011-05-20 at 14:22 -0600, PATRICK MOORE wrote: Thanks. Am enjoying it immensely; my first coasting and

[RBW] Re: Anything look odd on this Ram?

The frame looks to be in good condition, but the sloppy work on the bars would lead me to take a hard look at the rest of the components and maintenance. But ultimately it's more about a fair price, than it is about whether its a good bike. If it fits your body goals, go for it. michael On

Re: [RBW] Re: Herse in just-about final form

Oh no, I love it. Among the scores of bikes I've owned and ridden this belongs to that very small number that really stand out. But it is a user, not a looker -- it will earn its keep. On Fri, May 20, 2011 at 4:57 PM, Michael_S mikeybi...@rocketmail.com wrote: A Herse beater... what is this

Re: [RBW] Re: Anything look odd on this Ram?

OK, at home and can see ad. Wish he was closer and I could check it out for you, but that's a bit of a drive in a direction I never go. The frame does look really nice. Components a serviceable mis-match of someone's garage bin; probably the original owner swapping out the good parts when they

Re: [RBW] Camping and riding in the Sierras?

If you're bring bikes and can work it into the schedule, DEFINITELY plan on breaking loose for a ride on the Orange Co. coast or maybe up to Santiago Pk! I'm sure we can even come up with a loaner or two if pressed! Bishop is a pretty cool area to check out. Lots of riding in the foothills up

Re: [RBW] Re: Columbia Gorge Ride

Would be a great way to start the day! On Fri, May 20, 2011 at 7:13 AM, Mike mjawn...@gmail.com wrote: On May 20, 6:43 am, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: Open-wheeled roadster mode, awesome! Yeah, open-wheeled roadster mode was awesome. After all my recent miles on Marathons, I

[RBW] Re: Davinci splitters for cockpit swap

Pictures bike, for context: http://db.tt/6IUOZ4r splitter placement: http://db.tt/T0BGzNh (scan back from stop on top tube; look just ahead of E in Hillborne on down tube) I note that the black coloring (presumably anodized) on the splitters appears to be wearing away. Yours, Thomas Lynn

Re: [RBW] Anything look odd on this Ram?

No wonder they did not like it. That is a terrible set up and I can't imagine anyone could be comfortable riding it as is. If anyone is interested, I would be happy to sell my Rambouillet set up with a pile of mismatched parts for the same $1200 Jay Hartman On Fri, May 20, 2011 at 1:51 PM,

[RBW] Re: Columbia Gorge Ride

What a fantastic day. Great pics too. I really love the Gorge. Hard to know where to point your camera. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe

Re: [RBW] Anything look odd on this Ram?

Someone save this Ram!-Original Message- From: Jason Hartman Sent: May 20, 2011 5:23 PM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: [RBW] Anything look odd on this Ram? No wonder they did not like it.That is a terrible set up and I can't imagine anyone

[RBW] Re: Anything look odd on this Ram?

Thanks for all the feedback. I didn't like not seeing the drive-side, either. I hope to get new pics when the seller comes back next week. He says the bike was his father's who is getting too old to ride (which reminds me of this story:

[RBW] Re: Camping and riding in the Sierras?

Philip: What dates will you be in Anaheim? I'm Anaheim adjacent would be glad to put together a ride in Orange County if the dates work out. dougP On May 20, 11:57 am, Philip Williamson philip.william...@gmail.com wrote: Not a bike tour, but places to ride and camp along a Sierras route

[RBW] Re: A different path to the same end

Charlie: You made the correct choice on that one. There was a photo in Adventure Cycling magazine recently of a guy who adapted a push mower to a bicycle. He pedals to mow his lawn. Talk about getting in training while doing something useful. dougP On May 19, 5:16 pm, charlie

[RBW] Re: Camping and riding in the Sierras?

Not sure which Bishop David is thinking of but it rarely gets snow and actually right now it's fairly warm 80+. There is some nice riding west of town off hiway 168 toward Bishop Lakes if it's not too hot. High Desert terrain until you climb higher. Not really the Sierras either. It is the Owens

[RBW] Re: FS Rivendell Road Frame

Wow. Beautiful. Disclosure: My Riv-Road is a blue, 60cm, Joe Starck/ Joe Bell. The date on my BB is 4-20-98. For sure your bike and mine know each other! Mine is quite a bit muddier at the moment. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch

[RBW] Re: Road Std up for sale on the bay

I asked him to please post the S/N from the BB shell and he said he would do so later in the day. I think it is legit. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com.

Re: [RBW] Re: Herse in just-about final form

Great bike Patrick. About a porteur bag, maybe not French enough, but quite a load carrier: http://www.laplanderbags.com/porteur.html -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to

Re: [RBW] Re: Herse in just-about final form

Brett -- Thanks for the referral. $235 is a bit rich at the moment. I think I will try to rig up a piece of dowel under the Timbuktu flap so that I can strap the bsgto my bar. Sent from my iPhone On May 20, 2011, at 7:53 PM, Brett Lindenbach brett.lindenb...@gmail.com wrote: Great bike

[RBW] FS: Brooks Challenge Saddlebag Honey - Great Condition

http://cgi.ebay.com/Brooks-Challenge-Leather-Saddle-Seat-Tool-Bag-Honey-/320702258570?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0hash=item4aab581d8a Will sell outside of eBay: $75 shipped to RBW member Thanks, Curtis -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch

[RBW] WTB: Nigel Smythe Bar Tube / Candy Bar

Hi, all! I'm seeking a Nigel Smythe largely-cylindrical handlebar bag, in at least good condition. I don't know what the official name of that model is. The ideal candidate is canvas, though I'm interested also in the tweed. Please contact me off-list if you have one on which you're willing to

Re: [RBW] Re: Camping and riding in the Sierras?

168 is exactly what I was referring to... wonderful Xcountry skiing in the winter. The road is totally closed in the winter, so you can take it all the way up to Lake Sabrina. A lot of good cheap fun! On Fri, May 20, 2011 at 6:33 PM, Michael_S mikeybi...@rocketmail.comwrote: Not sure which