[RBW] Re: My favorite photo-capture of the year

2011-11-08 Thread Amit Singh
Thanks for all the good words on this photo and brief story. Smitty, good eyes, you've identified the setup I have currently. This may be the last ride on the Homer for the season. It's about to get snowy and cold and with winter I like running fatter tires no a more stable ride. Enter the

Re: [RBW] Riv-riding motorcyclists?

2011-11-08 Thread Peter Pesce
Think you meant this for Patrick, but good advice nonetheless ! Pete -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/hivkalPeG7IJ. To post to this

[RBW] Celebrity sighting on brevet

2011-11-08 Thread William
I did the SFR Del Puerto Canyon Brevet last Saturday. The ride on Del Puerto Canyon Road was spectacular. It has been a while since I did a 24 mile continuous climb. Fortunately it was only steep at the end, but dang it was steep at the end. Beautiful country there, especially since it was

[RBW] Occupy S24O?

2011-11-08 Thread Anne Paulson
Has anyone visited an Occupy site for an S24O? I've been thinking of doing it. -- -- Anne Paulson My hovercraft is full of eels -- 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] Riv-riding motorcyclists?

2011-11-08 Thread Ray Shine
Like many of you, I am also a decades riding motorcyclist, albeit no longer. In 1976, July 4th, I had my photo taken at the top of the pass leading into Jackson, Wyoming. In the photo, I am posed beside my old 1969 Harley (what a piece of junk that ride was) in front of the elevation sign, in

[RBW] Re: Shellac Question

2011-11-08 Thread Minh
Thanks fellas! I was not sure how forgiving the shellac would be, but some heavy sanding to even it out and a thin top-coat has them feeling much better in the hand. It's still a little thick, but i can live with it. I'm going to get the bike built up before i decide if i'll go with the matte

Re: [RBW] Re: Shellac Question

2011-11-08 Thread Lyle Bogart
Don't forget pics of the final build :) On 8 November 2011 11:11, Minh mgiangs...@gmail.com wrote: Thanks fellas! I was not sure how forgiving the shellac would be, but some heavy sanding to even it out and a thin top-coat has them feeling much better in the hand. It's still a little

[RBW] Re: Shellac Question

2011-11-08 Thread Allan in Portland
One thing about steel wool is you need to a very thorough clean-up with tack cloth and mineral spirits. Otherwise the wool dust will rust. -Allan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit

Re: [RBW] Re: Shellac Question

2011-11-08 Thread Lyle Bogart
I haven't noticed rusting yet in either cabinet-making or boatbuilding. I usually only wipe with a dry cloth or, if I've one close to hand, a tack cloth. Perhaps I've been lucky! lyle On 8 November 2011 11:41, Allan in Portland allan_f...@aracnet.com wrote: One thing about steel wool is you

[RBW] Re: Celebrity sighting on brevet

2011-11-08 Thread dougP
He appears to have lost a frame pump since the last sighting. I recall as a kid sticking Scothlight tape on my bike (it was a new invention at that time). dougP On Nov 8, 7:05 am, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: I did the SFR Del Puerto Canyon Brevet last Saturday.  The ride on Del Puerto

[RBW] FS: 53cm Ramboulliet frame and fork with SS couplers - $900obo

2011-11-08 Thread Jeremy
53cm frame and fork with SS couplers. Painted silver with proper Riv decals. Great condition. Will post pics soon. Jeremy Ross Toronto, Canada -- 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: Are there any other BOBs located in Taiwan?

2011-11-08 Thread James Chang
Hi Chris, Renold Yip patched me through CY in Taipei. It's good to get in touch with other like minded folks in Taipei as we are a rare breed here in a sea of carbon and aluminum. I live in Tienmu just at the base of Yang Ming mountain so the default route is up the mountain to Cultural

[RBW] WTB: Silver 27.0 Seatpost, 170mm Length

2011-11-08 Thread Irv
Looking for a seatpost in the hard 27.0 size, and was wondering if anyone had one lying around. Only stipulations are that it is silver, have at least 170mm of usable length, and not be a Kalloy cheapie. E-mail me off list if you have one laying around. -- You received this message because you

Re: [RBW] Riv-riding motorcyclists?

2011-11-08 Thread robert zeidler
Just rode through Beartooth Pass for the 4th time. Nice! FWIW, I've mentioned the the values that are stated @ www.airheads.org. They seem very much comparable to the values of the Riv group. RGZ On Tue, Nov 8, 2011 at 10:41 AM, Ray Shine r.sh...@sbcglobal.net wrote: Like many of you, I am

[RBW] Dent in Seat Stay of Saluki

2011-11-08 Thread Peter M
So I recently acquired a used 58cm Saluki off the List here. I thought that it would be a good choice because I love the classic look of the Homer but at $1200 shipped I would be able to save almost 1k. Seller insisted bike was perfect but when it came it had a ding in the downtube and a small

[RBW] Re: Riv-riding motorcyclists?

2011-11-08 Thread Mark R.
I have been riding motorcycles since 1990. For a while, about seven years, i did not have a car, just my bicycles and my moto. I needed a small truck and got out of them in 97, then got back into motos in 04. We had taken a road trip from Cali to Wqshington state, and while there, I brought my

Re: [RBW] Riv-riding motorcyclists?

2011-11-08 Thread robert zeidler
I own and ride several BMW motorcycles. My fave is an '04 GS Adv, which I rode from CT to OR last summer ('10). The bicycle/mc ride ratio varies, but it's all good. For the BMW GS series there is a company (2x2 I think) that makes a mount to take a bicycle on a motorcycle. best of all world's!

Re: [RBW] Riv-riding motorcyclists?

2011-11-08 Thread Chris A
I like the modern Triumph recommendations, they're getting a great reputation for reliability, yet they can be as pretty as the classic examples. I regularly see an orange/white Bonneville T-100 in my neighborhood, and I always find myself looking at them online afterwards... I just scanned in a

[RBW] Re: Shellac Question

2011-11-08 Thread Smitty-A-Go-Go
I've tried fixing dark spots by brushing on denatured alcohol... it's a can of worms I would recommend NOT opening. I've tried it twice. First time I ended up giving the whole thing (cork grips) a bath in denatured alcohol and starting over with thin coats. There was a little marbling effect

[RBW] FS: 59cm Bleriot F+F w/ headset and BB

2011-11-08 Thread Michael Williams
Hey All for sale is a 59cm Bleriot Frame/fork/headset/and bottom bracket. The headset is a Tange and the BB is Shimano I think. frame is 10/10 functionally no dents or dings and 8-8.5/10 cosmetically with some usual nicks and scratches. I am the second owner, and I bought it from a gent who

Re: [RBW] Riv-riding motorcyclists?

2011-11-08 Thread Andrew Johnson
Patrick, I used to own a lovely BMW Airhead, an '87 R80. It had the smoothest motor you could imagine, with lightweight wrist pins and Cariillo rods... not as vintage as some Beemers, but still plenty of soul, and fairly easy maintenance. Yes, they do take maintenance, which you should lovingly

Re: [RBW] Ride Pics - Rambouillet in Bodega Bay, Coleman Valley Road, PCH

2011-11-08 Thread Toshi Takeuchi
Hi Max, What kind of rack and bag are you using? I just built up a Rambouillet and have a handlebar bag (no rack), but was wondering how the rack and bag handles for you. Thanks, Toshi On Sun, Nov 6, 2011 at 4:41 PM, reynoldslugs be...@perrylaw.net wrote: Pictures of a lovely weekend pair of

[RBW] Romulus for sale

2011-11-08 Thread Ashlock, Eric
Had a tough time signing onto the blog so sending email to let the group know I have one of the rare (500 made) baby blue, 59cm canti-Romulus bikes for sale. Standard built with Sugino triple 46/36/24 with 172.5 cranks(also includes 170 and 175 crank arms)... Brooks honey brown B17

Re: [RBW] Dent in Seat Stay of Saluki

2011-11-08 Thread CycloFiend
on 11/8/11 8:52 AM, Peter M at uscpeter11...@gmail.com wrote: Here is a link for the pics I took of the damage, just looking for opinions here. http://www.flickr.com/photos/67889635@N06/?saved=1 Just really disappointed that i thought i was getting something I could ride for a long time and

Re: [RBW] Dent in Seat Stay of Saluki

2011-11-08 Thread William
+1 for 'don't worry about that at all'. I just acquired a steel frameset in which the steel chainstay is squished so far that the tube walls meet in the middle. And that's the right chainstay. It's squished like that to maximize chainring clearance and tire clearance. It's not the way GP

Re: [RBW] Ride Pics - Rambouillet in Bodega Bay, Coleman Valley Road, PCH

2011-11-08 Thread Ray Shine
I'd love a route map if you have one. From: Toshi Takeuchi tto...@gmail.com To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Mon, November 7, 2011 4:46:53 PM Subject: Re: [RBW] Ride Pics - Rambouillet in Bodega Bay, Coleman Valley Road, PCH Hi Max, What kind of

Re: [RBW] Dent in Seat Stay of Saluki

2011-11-08 Thread Lyle Bogart
Yeah, Peter, I've put worse dings than that in my Rawland Drakkar fixed gear to no ill effect. Steel's wonderful that way! Enjoy the Saluki :) lyle On 8 November 2011 11:52, Peter M uscpeter11...@gmail.com wrote: So I recently acquired a used 58cm Saluki off the List here. I thought that it

[RBW] Re: Celebrity sighting on brevet

2011-11-08 Thread franklyn
I was there when the S24O gang rolled in also. Speaking of celebrity, I spotted Ann Trason (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ann_Trason) in the morning and saw her name on the finish list, talking about endurance sport legend. Franklyn On Nov 8, 9:12 am, dougP dougpn...@cox.net wrote: He appears to

[RBW] Re: Dent in Seat Stay of Saluki

2011-11-08 Thread rperks
Think of it as extra room for the granny ring. Seconding the Jim's call out on the disclosure thing, it is otherwise no big deal. Put some nail polish on it and ride. The fact that you look to be able ot fit that tire/fender combo should be anough of an omen to keep it. Rob -

[RBW] Re: Riv-riding motorcyclists?

2011-11-08 Thread Andrew Letton
It's all been pedal powered for me for a decade or so, since I sold my CBR1000, but in the last three years I've been working for Zero Motorcycles, so I've been able to ride company motorcycles. Perfect timing to plug (pun intended) our 2012 model line which was introduced at EICMA in Milan just

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv-riding motorcyclists?

2011-11-08 Thread Seth Vidal
On Tue, Nov 8, 2011 at 1:59 PM, Andrew Letton let...@flash.net wrote: It's all been pedal powered for me for a decade or so, since I sold my CBR1000, but in the last three years I've been working for Zero Motorcycles, so I've been able to ride company motorcycles.  Perfect timing to plug (pun

[RBW] Re: Ride Pics - Rambouillet in Bodega Bay, Coleman Valley Road, PCH

2011-11-08 Thread reynoldslugs
Thanks for the responses and queries. David, the brake levers have grown a lot on me. The tops are less flat on top than the other tektro and Campagnolo levers, but the actual lever part fits perfectly in my hand. With the Tektro widemouth brakes, they stop and modulate really, really well.

[RBW] Re: FS: 53cm Ramboulliet frame and fork with SS couplers - $900obo

2011-11-08 Thread Aaron Thomas
Can you confirm the size? I believe Rambouillets only came in even sizes. Could it be a 52 or 54? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit

Re: [RBW] Celebrity sighting on brevet

2011-11-08 Thread nawrock
Check out those H bars! Dave Nawrocki Fort Collins, CO - Original Message - From: William tapebu...@gmail.com To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Tuesday, November 8, 2011 8:05:16 AM Subject: [RBW] Celebrity sighting on brevet I did the SFR Del Puerto Canyon Brevet last

Re: [RBW] Romulus for sale

2011-11-08 Thread nawrock
Have to tell myself to steady, steady as heart beats faster and palms begin to sweat :) Dave Nawrocki Fort Collins, CO - Original Message - From: Eric Ashlock eric.ashl...@uniform.aramark.com To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Sent: Monday, November 7, 2011 5:25:44 PM

Re: [RBW] Romulus for sale

2011-11-08 Thread Seth Vidal
On Tue, Nov 8, 2011 at 3:43 PM, nawr...@comcast.net wrote: Have to tell myself to steady, steady as heart beats faster and palms begin to sweat :) Do it. You know you want it. It's good to have a backup... or two. -sv -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Re: Fun with Fatties

2011-11-08 Thread Bob
I'm all for using things up, but where I live (rains most of the time) I like to have full fat mudguards/fenders. My 610 could only accept the clippies when running any decent tires. The 610 will have a new home soon, with hopes. Bob On Nov 7, 12:39 am, Ken Freeman kenfreeman...@gmail.com

[RBW] Re: Celebrity sighting on brevet

2011-11-08 Thread Bob
Very tight fender clearance. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com.

[RBW] Re: Dent in Seat Stay of Saluki

2011-11-08 Thread Bob
I like to acquire dented (steel) bikes, because they're really cheap, and I'm going to dent them anyway. -- 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

[RBW] Re: I really dislike sales tax

2011-11-08 Thread Bob
Twenty percent VAT on just about everything here. Be happy. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to

Re: [RBW] Re: Shellac Question

2011-11-08 Thread Allan in Portland
Well, I'm always one to defer to others' first-hand experience. I've always read the warning about steel wool, but seldom use it myself. Regards, -Allan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web

[RBW] Re: Dent in Seat Stay of Saluki

2011-11-08 Thread eflayer
am i missing something here. what about taking the issue up with the person (dirtbag) who misrepresented what you were going to get. and please send me an email and let me know who it was so i can avoid doing biz with that person. something is missing here. -- You received this message

[RBW] My Store (cycling caps and jerseys)

2011-11-08 Thread Joe Bartoe
I've updated my shop site: http://shop.synapticcycles.com/ We have jerseys and wind vests on sale. Additionally, we have all new wool caps, with and without earflaps, cotton caps, and some limited moisture wicking caps. All are made in the US by Walz Caps. Additionally, we are offering free

Re: [RBW] My Store (cycling caps and jerseys)

2011-11-08 Thread PATRICK MOORE
An unsolicited puff: The short bill, ear-flapp'd, woolen caps are the bees' pyjamas. Just got myself one and it's nicer than my Caroline Plaquette custom woolen earflap cap. Cheaper, too. Speaking of wind vests: is there anything like a cycling wind dickey that you can simply shove under your

[RBW] FS: Suntour barcons

2011-11-08 Thread Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery
Doing a little cleaning up, and found these. In excellent, barely used condition. $50 shipped in the US. Please contact off-list if interested. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit

Re: [RBW] My Store (cycling caps and jerseys)

2011-11-08 Thread Steve Palincsar
On Tue, 2011-11-08 at 16:59 -0700, PATRICK MOORE wrote: An unsolicited puff: The short bill, ear-flapp'd, woolen caps are the bees' pyjamas. Just got myself one and it's nicer than my Caroline Plaquette custom woolen earflap cap. Cheaper, too. Speaking of wind vests: is there anything like

Re: [RBW] My Store (cycling caps and jerseys)

2011-11-08 Thread PATRICK MOORE
The Riv item is too complex and too expensive, ditto in spades for a wind vest. I want a higher tech piece of newspaper that I can shove in and pull out without having to put anything around my neck. On Tue, Nov 8, 2011 at 5:04 PM, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote: On Tue, 2011-11-08 at

Re: [RBW] My Store (cycling caps and jerseys)

2011-11-08 Thread PATRICK MOORE
I should add that vests are a big part of my winter wardrobe, both on- and off-bike; at 40F or so I'll add a vest to a wool jersey. But these don't fit the need I described. On Tue, Nov 8, 2011 at 5:21 PM, PATRICK MOORE bertin...@gmail.com wrote: The Riv item is too complex and too expensive,

[RBW] Re: Occupy S24O?

2011-11-08 Thread Joe Bernard
That's a cool idea! Maybe not in Oakland, though. Rubber bullets suck.. Joe Bernard Fairfield, CA. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit

[RBW] Re: Occupy S24O?

2011-11-08 Thread William
Occupy El Cerrito, though, is substantially less...umedgy and authentic? Also known as: Lonely? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit

Re: [RBW] FS vintage Dura Ace, Cinelli, Suntour etc.

2011-11-08 Thread Joe Bernard
Dura-Ace cranks are 130 BCD. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/IyCs0TalgcsJ. To post to this group, send email to

Re: [RBW] Re: Ride Pics - Rambouillet in Bodega Bay, Coleman Valley Road, PCH

2011-11-08 Thread Bruce Herbitter
That would have 2 shorter and 1 kind of long climb if I read the map right.Looks like fun! On Tue, Nov 8, 2011 at 2:08 PM, reynoldslugs be...@perrylaw.net wrote: I am contemplating a Rivendell Owner's Ride in late Spring - Monte Rio to Fort Ross Road - King Ridge-Meyers Grade descent to

Re: [RBW] My Store (cycling caps and jerseys)

2011-11-08 Thread Jim Mather
On Tue, Nov 8, 2011 at 5:21 PM, PATRICK MOORE bertin...@gmail.com wrote: The Riv item is too complex and too expensive, ditto in spades for a wind vest. I want a higher tech piece of newspaper that I can shove in and pull out without having to put anything around my neck. Okay, how about

Re: [RBW] My Store (cycling caps and jerseys)

2011-11-08 Thread Jim Mather
On Tue, Nov 8, 2011 at 5:21 PM, PATRICK MOORE bertin...@gmail.com wrote: The Riv item is too complex and too expensive, ditto in spades for a wind vest. I want a higher tech piece of newspaper that I can shove in and pull out without having to put anything around my neck. Okay, how about

[RBW] Winter Cycling Wear!

2011-11-08 Thread Liesl
When the daylight ends an hour earlier, the skies and trees are gray, and the smell of snow is in the air, it's winter-wear time here in the hinterlands...so I'm curious what folks' top Rivish winter clothing items are. Here are some of my fav's: -Filson #20 wool vest – simply the best; I'll

Re: [RBW] Winter Cycling Wear!

2011-11-08 Thread PATRICK MOORE
1. Short brim, ear flap'd, woolen hat by Walz, sold by Synaptic. 2. Wabi Woolen ls jersey. 3. Ibex lycra/wool vest. 4. Home made (or home adapted, from nice wool dress pants) wool knickers. 5. Bicycle Fixation knee socks. 6. Fleece neck gaiter (wool chafes). 7. Rivendell Wooly Warm rag wool outer

[RBW] Re: Celebrity sighting on brevet

2011-11-08 Thread Minh
Man, i carry way too much stuff on my S24O... -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to

Re: [RBW] Romulus for sale

2011-11-08 Thread Horace
It'll hold its resale value, so it's not like the money's really gone. On Tue, Nov 8, 2011 at 12:44 PM, Seth Vidal skvi...@gmail.com wrote: On Tue, Nov 8, 2011 at 3:43 PM,  nawr...@comcast.net wrote: Have to tell myself to steady, steady as heart beats faster and palms begin to sweat :)

Re: [RBW] Romulus for sale

2011-11-08 Thread Joe Bernard
I sold mine 4 years ago for 1300, which is almost what it cost new, and those values have remained steady ever since. Buy it, ride it, sell it later if need be. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the

Re: [RBW] Re: Occupy S24O?

2011-11-08 Thread Anne Paulson
I was thinking about Occupy San Jose, because that's the closest for me. On Tue, Nov 8, 2011 at 4:39 PM, Joe Bernard joerem...@gmail.com wrote: That's a cool idea! Maybe not in Oakland, though. Rubber bullets suck.. Joe Bernard -- Anne Paulson My hovercraft is full of eels -- You received

[RBW] Re: Winter Cycling Wear!

2011-11-08 Thread Tom M
Patagonia nanopuff vest over wool jersey; when it gets colder nanopuff pullover over wool. Novarra cycling pants. Silk glove liners under Riv summer crocheted gloves; when it gets colder Endura winter gloves. Light wool neck gaiter (doubles as face mask); Little Package wool hat w/earflaps.

Re: [RBW] Romulus for sale

2011-11-08 Thread cyclotourist
Yeah, serious. Just do it! On Tue, Nov 8, 2011 at 12:44 PM, Seth Vidal skvi...@gmail.com wrote: On Tue, Nov 8, 2011 at 3:43 PM, nawr...@comcast.net wrote: Have to tell myself to steady, steady as heart beats faster and palms begin to sweat :) Do it. You know you want it. It's good

[RBW] FS: Suntour barcons

2011-11-08 Thread Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery
Sold. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/btLxPYHS1z4J. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To

Re: [RBW] Winter Cycling Wear!

2011-11-08 Thread Bill Gibson
1.Woolywarm t-shirt 2. Seersucker Long-Sleeve Shirt 3. Wool liner 4. MUSA Shorts 5. Short wool socks 6. Light Carnac Touring Shoes, or 7. Sandals It's the low desert... On Tue, Nov 8, 2011 at 6:16 PM, PATRICK MOORE bertin...@gmail.com wrote: 1. Short brim, ear flap'd, woolen hat by Walz, sold

Re: [RBW] Romulus for sale

2011-11-08 Thread Joe Bernard
In fact - considering all the extras included - that's practically a free frame. Hurry before the seller wises up! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit

[RBW] Re: My Store (cycling caps and jerseys)

2011-11-08 Thread Philip Williamson
The Riv item is too complex and too expensive... That made me laugh, since I'd thought it was a minimally complex piece of kit, but then I realized you were right. FedEx envelope? I think the big tyvek ones would work pretty well. I'm going to try it, anyway. If you need wider or longer, you

[RBW] OMG, a Kiddie Rivvy!

2011-11-08 Thread cyclotourist
http://rivbike.tumblr.com/post/12528275911/mini-bike-for-7-to-9-a-back-burner-deal This is just s fantastic. I totally obsess on kid bikes and have sequential bikes from 12 to 24 for pretty much the whole neighborhood. Coming up on 26 (and looking hard for a 90's 13 Hoo Koo E Koo or Trek 950

[RBW] Re: OMG, a Kiddie Rivvy!

2011-11-08 Thread Joe Bernard
Ya know what would be *really* swell? A semi-lugged straight-guage 20-inch wheel urban bike at a lower price point from Rivendell. Joe Bernard Fairfield, CA. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the

Re: [RBW] My Store (cycling caps and jerseys)

2011-11-08 Thread Peter Pesce
I think the 18 to 24 ish inch square piece of cotton canvas otherwise known as a burrito wrap would be perfect. At 3 bucks it's in your wheelhouse, price wise, too. Cut and customize to your no-longer-wind-chilled hearts content! Pete -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[RBW] OMG, a Kiddie Rivvy!

2011-11-08 Thread Peter Pesce
I am SO in on this. And I don't even have kids yet! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/yeHhWwD2dv0J. To post to this group, send email

[RBW] Re: Romulus for sale

2011-11-08 Thread rcnute
I regret to inform you there is only one cure for this serious condition and it will cost you $1,500. Ryan On Nov 8, 12:43 pm, nawr...@comcast.net wrote: Have to tell myself to steady, steady as heart beats faster and palms begin to sweat :) Dave Nawrocki Fort Collins, CO -

[RBW] Re: OMG, a Kiddie Rivvy!

2011-11-08 Thread Marty
or this: http://www.flickr.com/photos/8379107@N03/4349945352/in/pool-1240367@N24 double eyelets up front for that kross kountyr kiddy ride! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the web visit

Re: [RBW] Celebrity sighting on brevet

2011-11-08 Thread Lee Chae
There's something intriguing about that bike, BUbba. If I'm right, you may want to take the pic down or be banned from Riv for a while!! ;) (I could be wrong, though...) Lee SF, CA On Tue, Nov 8, 2011 at 7:05 AM, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: nowhere. Name that rider:

Re: [RBW] Re: OMG, a Kiddie Rivvy!

2011-11-08 Thread Sean Whelan
Wow. that bike is brilliant! Sean --- On Tue, 11/8/11, Marty mgie...@mac.com wrote: From: Marty mgie...@mac.com Subject: [RBW] Re: OMG, a Kiddie Rivvy! To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Date: Tuesday, November 8, 2011, 10:28 PM or this:

RE: [RBW] Celebrity sighting on brevet

2011-11-08 Thread Allingham II, Thomas J
That feline's already exited the Saddlesack... From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Lee Chae Sent: Tuesday, November 08, 2011 10:35 PM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: [RBW] Celebrity

[RBW] Re: Winter Cycling Wear!

2011-11-08 Thread Beth H
For commutes to/from work, I usually just wear my work clothes (jeans/ shirt/sweatshirt or sweater, regular shoes). If it's dry I'll top it off with a heavy wool sweater, scarf and wool cap under my helmet. For light rain I'll choose a lighter weight shirt and sweater and layer it under a Burley

[RBW] Re: OMG, a Kiddie Rivvy!

2011-11-08 Thread dougP
Now we know where Yehuda Moon went...to Walnut Creek to pursue the Grow Bike project! A Grant-Yehuda collaboration should be brilliant. Seriously, that is so nicely done. So much of what's aimed at kids is such junk. +1 for rack eyelets; even kids understand the usefulness of a rack, if only

[RBW] Re: OMG, a Kiddie Rivvy!

2011-11-08 Thread Allan in Portland
Yeah, dibs on one of the samples. :-) Though, from my experience, what boys really want are knobbies, gears, and handbrakes in that order. When he started 1st grade our neighbor gave my son a hand-me down Trek 20 coaster brake bike. I replaced the imitation moto-cross tires and fenders with

[RBW] Nitto Mini Rack and Riv All Rounder fork

2011-11-08 Thread Norman Bone
Hello- I recently purchased a used Nitto Mini Rack to put on my Riv A/R. To my surprise the struts are just short of the braze-ons. I measured the distance between the fork crown hole and the braze-on and get 155mm. But the Nitto rack measures 150 from the stud to the strut mounting hole. All

Re: [RBW] Re: My Store (cycling caps and jerseys)

2011-11-08 Thread Chris A
On Tue, Nov 8, 2011 at 9:18 PM, Philip Williamson philip.william...@gmail.com wrote: FedEx envelope? I think the big tyvek ones would work pretty well. I'm going to try it, anyway. If you need wider or longer, you can slice it open creatively to make a single-layer double-sized shield.

[RBW] Re: FS: like new 62cm Hunqapillar.

2011-11-08 Thread dave brown
Sold. On Nov 5, 6:28 pm, dave brown deeaa...@gmail.com wrote: This bike was specified by Grant and assembled by Jay in June.  I rode it for 200 miles and it was readjusted by Jay a month ago and I haven't ridden it since for medical reasons. Here are pictures and a photo of the build sheet.

Re: [RBW] Riv-riding motorcyclists?

2011-11-08 Thread David Carter
I've been riding atop a BMW 1100GS for the past 7 years - usually every other day for commuting and then a big trip once a year with my friends. It is the perfect (motor)bike for me and I love it. Busy family life began taking its toll and I found myself exercising less and less the past few

Re: [RBW] Re: Dent in Seat Stay of Saluki

2011-11-08 Thread Peter Morgano
Tried that, they said that the bike was mechanically perfect and that i was SOL. I can message you offlist if you want his name and address. This is unfortunately the problem with buying anything used, especially outside of a 3rd party like EBay, Amazon, etc. Paypal will only really cover you if

[RBW] Re: Riv-riding motorcyclists?

2011-11-08 Thread singlecross
I've owned and ridden motorcycles since the day I graduated High School (Mom said that once I graduated I was free to do what I would). I probably put more miles on the motorcycle but more days on the bicycle. Evens out I guess. BMW motorcycles would equate well to Rivendell bicycles while the

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv-riding motorcyclists?

2011-11-08 Thread robert zeidler
Do not get an Oilhead BMW unless you've got some leg length. On Tue, Nov 8, 2011 at 9:59 AM, Mark R. markrosenber...@gmail.com wrote: I have been riding motorcycles since 1990.  For a while, about seven years, i did not have a car, just my bicycles and my moto.  I needed a small truck and got

Re: [RBW] FS: 59cm Bleriot F+F w/ headset and BB

2011-11-08 Thread mikel66...@juno.com
mike, im interested. any idea of shipping to rhode island (02889) mike goldman warwick,r.i. 53 Year Old Mom Looks 33 The Stunning Results of Her Wrinkle Trick Has Botox Doctors Worried

[RBW] Re: Dent in Seat Stay of Saluki

2011-11-08 Thread bikecg
Don't worry, that looks like it's nothing to worry about. Carl Bay Village, OH On Nov 8, 11:52 am, Peter M uscpeter11...@gmail.com wrote: So I recently acquired a used 58cm Saluki off the List here. I thought that it would be a good choice because I love the classic look of the Homer but at

[RBW] Re: Dent in Seat Stay of Saluki

2011-11-08 Thread Peter M
Yeah, it seems like it shouldnt be an issue, but just in case my anal retentive nature gets the best of me anyone ever use Assenmacher Bicycles in Ohio for a repaint? They seem almost too cheap at $350 for a two tone job with decals applied On Nov 8, 1:13 pm, Lyle Bogart lylebog...@gmail.com

[RBW] Ortleib and Carradice Bags fo Sale

2011-11-08 Thread Marc Schwartz
I am now offering the following bicycle bags of interest to Rivendell folks; Prices include shipping to CONUS. Please inquire for picts and more info to mschw...@nmsu.edu. Thank you all for your consideration. Ortleib waterproof front or rear panniers (one pair). An older version of their

[RBW] Re: Dent in Seat Stay of Saluki

2011-11-08 Thread Frank Brose
I agree with Jim. Hit it with some touch up paint and go ride it. After it's built and a few rides You'll forget it even exists. Frank On Nov 8, 11:58 am, CycloFiend cyclofi...@earthlink.net wrote: on 11/8/11 8:52 AM, Peter M at uscpeter11...@gmail.com wrote: Here is a link for the pics I

[RBW] Re: OMG, a Kiddie Rivvy!

2011-11-08 Thread Philip Williamson
I love it. Scale it up for 29er big apples, and sell one to me. I like the 20 mini/junior bmx race wheels on my son's Redline. He rode that bike for 4 or 5 years, from barely straddling it at 5, to dude, you need a new bike. Which was met with I hate riding bikes anyway. Peaked early, I guess. I

[RBW] Re: OMG, a Kiddie Rivvy!

2011-11-08 Thread Philip Williamson
Agreed on the priorities of the Boy Child. My original idea for my son's Redline was to pimp it out with recumbent fenders and moustache bars, but that was rejected out of hand. He didn't want a miniaturized version of Dad's bike, for some reason. Philip Philip Williamson www.biketinker.com On

[RBW] Re: OMG, a Kiddie Rivvy!

2011-11-08 Thread danmc
That looks great. I was just starting to plan a first bike for my 2 month old. Hope to see it in production but I (we) would be happy with a proto. On Nov 8, 8:29 pm, Allan in Portland allan_f...@aracnet.com wrote: Yeah, dibs on one of the samples. :-) Though, from my experience, what boys

Re: [RBW] FS: 59cm Bleriot F+F w/ headset and BB

2011-11-08 Thread Michael Williams
hey Mike. did a quick estimate on UPS for shipping a 30lb box, and it said around $45, but Ive shipped a bike box before, and its usually more due to the dimensions, if I remember correctly, somewhere around $60.-Mike On Tue, Nov 8, 2011 at 12:05 PM, mikel66...@juno.com