[RBW] Re: WTT advice: Help with stem measurements

2012-10-30 Thread RonaTD
Nitto measures that distance at the center of the handlebar, not along the top, so a 10 cm Nitto stem is a bit longer than anybody else's 10 cm stem. Measure from the center line of the quill to the back of the bar, then add half the bar diameter. -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] FS: MUSA Knickers (Old Style)

2012-10-30 Thread GeorgeS
Old style (velcro) MUSA Knickers. Size Large. Color Gray. $30 shipping included. Paypal or check. I don't know how these got in my drawer because they are not my size. I have never worn them. They show no sign of wear and look new to me but I can't say for sure because I don't know the

[RBW] Re: Changin' my name from lungimsam to...

2012-10-30 Thread Matthew J
Hey Michael. Welcome! I changed to my real monniker a few years back. I'm thinking the majority of us are old enough to remember all the dire threats of stalkers and identity theft should we put our name out on the WWW. 2 years into being me and so far so good. -- You received this

Re: [RBW] Re: These are my riding clothes

2012-10-30 Thread Matthew J
That's why I still enjoy my MUSA seersucker shirt. The sleeves and collars are perfect for riding with drop bars. Man, I sure wish Riv would do another batch of those shirts. Same here. Fat fingering managed to get me two when I ordered way back when. Last year riding off road I passed to

[RBW] Re: FS: Lots! Riv, Heron, Nitto, Brooks, Acorn, Paul

2012-10-30 Thread C.J. Filip
Hoping the bluish black Acorn bag is still around! email sent. -- 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: FS: Lots! Riv, Heron, Nitto, Brooks, Acorn, Paul

2012-10-30 Thread Dan McNamara
Still available. Dan On Oct 30, 2012, at 6:04 AM, C.J. Filip c.j.fi...@hotmail.com wrote: Hoping the bluish black Acorn bag is still around! email sent. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send

RE: [RBW] Re: New Newbaum's bar tape shellacking question

2012-10-30 Thread Allingham II, Thomas J
Philip: Shellac works well to lock in beausage levels, but doesn't completely prevent future fading. Definitely slows it down, though, and it's a beautiful look in the meantime. T From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Philip

RE: [RBW] Re: New Newbaum's bar tape shellacking question

2012-10-30 Thread Allingham II, Thomas J
If you put it on thick, it tends to smoothe out beautifully with some mileage. -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Mike Sent: Monday, October 29, 2012 5:43 PM To: RBW Owners Bunch Subject: [RBW] Re: New

[RBW] Re: albatross bar cockpit set up opinons

2012-10-30 Thread pam
https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-IKLL7NE0vXk/UI_inXMgBZI/ADI/fMohcTJmC28/s1600/IMG_0041.JPG This is a picture of my bike on the right and my daughter's bike on the left. She's left handed and I'm right handed so we have bells on opposite sides. She has twist shifters because

[RBW] WTB Acorn mini rando bag

2012-10-30 Thread Ron Mc
I'd like black and pay by paypal, but I know beggars can't be choosers. From checking their news link, seems like I could wait a long time to get what I want. So if you have one collecting dust and want to turn it into cash, please let me know. Thanks. -- You received this message

[RBW] Re: albatross bar cockpit set up opinons

2012-10-30 Thread Andy Smitty Schmidt
I spent the summer enjoying the fancy Tektro levershttps://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/oHmJpBgnAQ0QpDUmemt42dMTjNZETYmyPJy0liipFm0?feat=directlinkthat Riv sells. I was on the fence about the bolt being on the top of the handlebar. Grips made it less noticeable, but I'm not sure I ever got

[RBW] Re: WTB Acorn mini rando bag

2012-10-30 Thread Stephen S
Black was done right before this last round (Ranger Tan) so I figure it will be in about 2 months. Stephen On Tuesday, October 30, 2012 8:02:56 AM UTC-7, Ron Mc wrote: I'd like black and pay by paypal, but I know beggars can't be choosers. From checking their news link, seems like I could

Re: [RBW] FS: MUSA Knickers (Old Style)

2012-10-30 Thread clyde canter
I sold you a pair a while ago like you describe. They were nearly new and freshly laundered when I sent them. Worn maybe twice. Sorry about the size. I hope I didn't do a typo. Clyde On Tue, Oct 30, 2012 at 8:36 AM, GeorgeS chobur...@gmail.com wrote: Old style (velcro) MUSA Knickers. Size

Re: [RBW] Re: albatross bar cockpit set up opinons

2012-10-30 Thread Jim Mather
Nice set up! I like the purse attachment. It makes me want to get one. Oh wait, I do have one. Riv just calls it a grabsack: http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/bavgs.htm jim m wc ca On Tue, Oct 30, 2012 at 7:27 AM, pam pamelamurra...@gmail.com wrote:

[RBW] Re: Changin' my name from lungimsam to...

2012-10-30 Thread Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery
Shirley you can't be serious! I am serious, and stop calling me Shirley. I'm a fan of using at least partial real-life names and locations. Besides it being easier to relate to real names/locations, being stalked is nice for the ego. On Tuesday, October 30, 2012 7:51:59 AM UTC-5, Matthew J

Re: [RBW] Re: albatross bar cockpit set up opinons

2012-10-30 Thread PATRICK MOORE
How do y'all attach the Grabsack to your bar or rack or rails? Photos appreciated. Patrick I have one too Moore On Tue, Oct 30, 2012 at 10:02 AM, Jim Mather mather...@gmail.com wrote: Nice set up! I like the purse attachment. It makes me want to get one. Oh wait, I do have one. Riv just

RE: [RBW] Re: albatross bar cockpit set up opinons

2012-10-30 Thread Allingham II, Thomas J
Where did you find the basket panniers? From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of pam Sent: Tuesday, October 30, 2012 10:27 AM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] Re: albatross bar cockpit set up opinons

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB - Baggins Hobo bar bag

2012-10-30 Thread cyclotour...@gmail.com
Looks like shipping has been reduced on the Candy Bar bag, at least in the comments section. As I mentioned, CB bags are a good size for carrying incidentals. Basically all I need can be carried in one (PS camera, ID/CC/cash, windbreaker, food). Hobos are nice as well. They can also be

Re: [RBW] Re: albatross bar cockpit set up opinons

2012-10-30 Thread Jim Mather
I put it in my basket. jim m wc ca On Tue, Oct 30, 2012 at 9:18 AM, PATRICK MOORE bertin...@gmail.com wrote: How do y'all attach the Grabsack to your bar or rack or rails? Photos appreciated. Patrick I have one too Moore On Tue, Oct 30, 2012 at 10:02 AM, Jim Mather mather...@gmail.com

[RBW] Re: Changin' my name from lungimsam to...

2012-10-30 Thread Michael Hechmer
I've been on this list since it's beginning. I've been burned once and flamed once. Not a bad record, so I feel a fair amount of trust. Michael Westford, Vt On Tuesday, October 30, 2012 1:16:13 AM UTC-4, Michael wrote: ...my real first name, Michael. Someone requested it to make it

[RBW] 105 hub adjustment

2012-10-30 Thread Michael Hechmer
This is the original rear hub from my Ram, purchased in the fall of '04, so not new. Last week I noticed a fair amount of play in the hub, so adjusted it (I have found Shimano hubs somewhat harder to adj than my old campys a number of which are 25 + years old and still rolling). After a

[RBW] Re: albatross bar cockpit set up opinons

2012-10-30 Thread Philip Williamson
That is so great! I love those bikes. PS, I've used reverso levers on albatross bars with good success. I'm about to set that up again. Philip www.biketinker.com On Tuesday, October 30, 2012 7:27:05 AM UTC-7, pam wrote:

Re: [RBW] 105 hub adjustment

2012-10-30 Thread PATRICK MOORE
I had this problem with a different but similar hub and the cause was that I had not tightened one of the locknuts properly. I forget why I did not do this usually obvious task, but at any rate, when I realized and fixed the omission, things were back to proper function. The locknut in particular

Re: [RBW] 105 hub adjustment

2012-10-30 Thread PATRICK MOORE
Come to think of it, the locknut may have required a 19 mm wrench, because I dimly remember having to special order it and I've got a 19 mm Park cone wrench. On Tue, Oct 30, 2012 at 11:48 AM, PATRICK MOORE bertin...@gmail.com wrote: I had this problem with a different but similar hub and the

RE: [RBW] FS: MUSA Knickers (Old Style)

2012-10-30 Thread Marc Schwartz
Hiya, If still FS, I will buy these knickerbockers. Please let me know; I will mail a check to the address you provide. Thank you, Marc From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] on behalf of GeorgeS [chobur...@gmail.com]

[RBW] Re: Changin' my name from lungimsam to...

2012-10-30 Thread islaysteve
Welcome, Michael, and I welcome your name change. I must admit that I had a hard time with your old name: pronunciation, let alone meaning. I used Steve A as mine on several forums years ago, but there's another Steve A on a blog that I read, and I'm much better-looking that him ; ). I kind

[RBW] Re: Changin' my name from lungimsam to...

2012-10-30 Thread William
OK, true confession time...My real first name is not William. My real first name is: hilsen650b_rider_94530 My parents are really strange. OK, joking! My real first name actually is William but nobody calls me William. Everyone calls me Bill or Bubba (among other things). Bill Lindsay

[RBW] WTB Acorn mini rando bag

2012-10-30 Thread Mojo
Hi Ron, If I can score a large Rando back handlebsr bag, then a small one will be for sale. Joe in Grand Junction -- 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] WTB Acorn mini rando bag

2012-10-30 Thread Allingham II, Thomas J
I have one (if I understand what you're asking for correctly). Black Rando bag, right? Mine is unused. -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Mojo Sent: Tuesday, October 30, 2012 3:39 PM To:

Re: [RBW] Re: Changin' my name from lungimsam to...

2012-10-30 Thread Peter Morgano
I believe my full name comes out on my messages, tis no concern to me though. In my line of work I give my name out many times a day, hasnt led to anything interesting yet though, haha. On Tue, Oct 30, 2012 at 3:33 PM, William tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: OK, true confession time...My real first

Re: [RBW] WTB Acorn mini rando bag

2012-10-30 Thread Ron McAlpin
Thanks Joe, keep me posted. I can't pay before Friday, anyway. Thanks again, Ron On Tue, Oct 30, 2012 at 2:40 PM, Allingham II, Thomas J thomas.alling...@skadden.com wrote: I have one (if I understand what you're asking for correctly). Black Rando bag, right? Mine is unused. -Original

RE: [RBW] WTB Acorn mini rando bag

2012-10-30 Thread Allingham II, Thomas J
Mine is the one called a Boxy Rando Bag on the Acorn site. Black, new. Very nicely made bag, excellent design, but I have too many bags and probably won't use this one. -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of

Re: [RBW] WTB Acorn mini rando bag

2012-10-30 Thread Ron McAlpin
Hi Thom, I am looking for the Mini Rondo in black, it's for my daughter's bike http://www.acornbags.com/minirandobag.html On Tue, Oct 30, 2012 at 2:40 PM, Allingham II, Thomas J thomas.alling...@skadden.com wrote: I have one (if I understand what you're asking for correctly). Black Rando

[RBW] Re: 105 hub adjustment

2012-10-30 Thread William
A wintertime rear hub overhaul might be a nice therapeutic afternoon project, whether it needs it or not. If you were to conclude that old Campy bearing surfaces are a lot nicer than contemporary midrange Shimano, you would not be the first. On Tuesday, October 30, 2012 10:05:42 AM UTC-7,

[RBW] How many Rivendell bicycles have you owned?

2012-10-30 Thread Michael
I'll start: 1 -- 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/-/0b2Je-GaWxoJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com.

Re: [RBW] How many Rivendell bicycles have you owned?

2012-10-30 Thread Dave
1 - 2007 Ram On 10/30/2012 12:55 PM, Michael wrote: I'll start: 1 -- 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/-/0b2Je-GaWxoJ. To post to this

[RBW] Re: How many Rivendell bicycles have you owned?

2012-10-30 Thread Jim Cloud
1 - 1996 Rivendell Road Standard On Oct 30, 12:55 pm, Michael john11.2...@gmail.com wrote: I'll start: 1 -- 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: 105 hub adjustment

2012-10-30 Thread Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery
The loose cone is likely the one inside the freehub. Loosen the non-drive side cone, then snug down the drive side cone, then adjust the non-drive cone to suit your tastes. On Tuesday, October 30, 2012 12:05:42 PM UTC-5, Michael Hechmer wrote: This is the original rear hub from my Ram,

RE: [RBW] How many Rivendell bicycles have you owned?

2012-10-30 Thread Allingham II, Thomas J
Oh, boy. I've already taken Step 1, acknowledging that I have a problem. Someday I'll move on to additional steps in the program. Meanwhile...I've owned 9 Rivs, still have 7 (2 given away to lucky offspring). Here they are, in order of acquisition: 56cm twin top tube Bombadil (currently

[RBW] Re: Rear Fender Light - Installation Questions

2012-10-30 Thread Pierre
Berthoud fenders (at least the 50mm ones) have rolled edges that is the perfect fit for a Schmidt co-ax cable. I've used large patches of electric tape here and there to hold the wire in place, so far so good (make sure you apply tape on clean fenders). Pierre. On Monday, October 29, 2012

Re: [RBW] Riv Bombadil... Ultimate Hurricane Bike??

2012-10-30 Thread John Stowe
I might manage to finish off my Sam Hillborne build while we wait it out in DC. What's the one piece that hasn't arrived? Fenders, of course! -J On Monday, October 29, 2012 4:25:49 PM UTC-4, justin...@gmail.com wrote: Shoulda put on those fenders! -- You received this message because you

[RBW] Re: New Newbaum's bar tape shellacking question

2012-10-30 Thread gwrgwrb
3 coats generally is about right for protection and feel. Shellac wears nicely and looks great worn-in. Moderate/heavy rain speeds up that process. You can always put on another coat when necessary. I find that a touch-up coat gives a shiny appearance without the plastic feel of too much

[RBW] My Bleriot and her buddies

2012-10-30 Thread Stacy King Powers
https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-skvI0B5Y0Ng/UJAj7xtIX8I/AQI/f-uIdzV9YSk/s1600/P9290331.JPG https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-TWsg_7U8BKw/UJAjRa1N1UI/AQA/KE5E1xY8CNs/s1600/PA010385.JPG Just joining the group and wanted to show off Sky, My Rivendell plus a few of her buddies

[RBW] Re: albatross bar cockpit set up opinons

2012-10-30 Thread Geoff Cisler
I have cork grips, Tektro brake levers and the Silver shifters on mine. I'm pretty happy with the setup: http://www.flickr.com/photos/jpbikeresearch/6207102683/ Geoff Boston, MA On Sunday, October 28, 2012 10:53:30 PM UTC-4, Jared Volpe wrote: getting ready to set up the bombadil with

[RBW] Re: These are my riding clothes

2012-10-30 Thread rob markwardt
Here's my commute outfit. A sink shower and a fresh shirt and I'm in business. Disclaimer...it's about a 50 mile round trip so I only do it a few times a yearand I teach stinky middle-schoolers so who cares. http://www.flickr.com/photos/77502424@N00/7225318512

Re: [RBW] How many Rivendell bicycles have you owned?

2012-10-30 Thread David Verrinder
Just 1 so far; a 2012 Sam David On Tuesday, October 30, 2012, Jim Cloud wrote: 1 - 1996 Rivendell Road Standard On Oct 30, 12:55 pm, Michael john11.2...@gmail.com javascript:; wrote: I'll start: 1 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners

Re: [RBW] albatross bar cockpit set up opinons

2012-10-30 Thread Scott Loveless
On Sun, Oct 28, 2012 at 10:53 PM, Jared Volpe jaredvo...@gmail.com wrote: getting ready to set up the bombadil with albatross bars. wondering if anyone can chime in on what brake levers and shifters they like and what configurations they like the best. Would love to see pics too! I really

RE: [RBW] How many Rivendell bicycles have you owned?

2012-10-30 Thread Steve Palincsar
On Tue, 2012-10-30 at 20:11 +, Allingham II, Thomas J wrote: ??cm Mystery Bike (renamed Albert Campion, no one will figure THAT out) http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Albert_Campion http://www.strandmag.com/campion.htm Margery Allingham's detective hero, you mean? -- You received this

RE: [RBW] How many Rivendell bicycles have you owned?

2012-10-30 Thread Allingham II, Thomas J
Unmasked! One of my faves, regardless of his creator's surname. -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Steve Palincsar Sent: Tuesday, October 30, 2012 4:17 PM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: RE:

RE: [RBW] albatross bar cockpit set up opinions

2012-10-30 Thread Allingham II, Thomas J
I have Riv cork grips, Paul Canti levers and Silver bar ends on my Atlantis. Excellent pieces all around. But as I said earlier in response to another post, space can get a little cramped with the bar ends in a very tight low speed turn. Here are a couple of pics:

[RBW] Re: How many Rivendell bicycles have you owned?

2012-10-30 Thread Ryan
2 - still have 1997 Sherwood Green Waterford-built A/R and 2001 Harvest Gold Curt Goodrich (whither Curt?) Road Standard (Long-Lowish).Inspired by my love of the 1993 X0-1 I bought in 1993 and still own On Tuesday, October 30, 2012 2:55:17 PM UTC-5, Michael wrote: I'll start: 1 -- You

RE: [RBW] My Bleriot and her buddies

2012-10-30 Thread Allingham II, Thomas J
Great pic! From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Stacy King Powers Sent: Tuesday, October 30, 2012 3:02 PM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: [RBW] My Bleriot and her buddies

Re: [RBW] How many Rivendell bicycles have you owned?

2012-10-30 Thread Robert F. Harrison
Two (and I still own them). The first is silver Quickbeam purchased near the end of 2009 (I think I got the last 66 cm frame - or close to it). http://www.flickr.com/photos/mgps-bob/4339440167/in/photostream/ The second is a bit more recent, a Hunqapillar delivered earlier this month!!!

[RBW] Re: My Bleriot and her buddies

2012-10-30 Thread Michael
Nice shots. I like the looks of the moustache bars on the Atlantis. Welcome to the group!! -- 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] FS: Nitto Mustache HB and Nitto 8cm stem

2012-10-30 Thread Don
The stem, purchased from RBW many years ago, has no marks above the max. height mark and has a 26.0 clamp. The handle bar is 26.0 and has very little use. They've been on and off several bikes and on the garage shelf for mostly. The stem is a Nitto Aero, 8mm, made for Specialized in the '80s.

[RBW] Re: How many Rivendell bicycles have you owned?

2012-10-30 Thread kps
Three (still own them): Roadeo in raw clear powder (ordered in 2010) size 57cm Custom Road (2000, new to me in 2011) 58.5cm Joe Stark-built SimpleOne (2012) 58cm -k On Tuesday, October 30, 2012 2:55:17 PM UTC-5, Michael wrote: I'll start: 1 -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: WTB nitto big front rack

2012-10-30 Thread JL
Just thought I would try one bump of this thread. Still looking for a rack. Nitto Big front, Nitto High rider, a porter rack maybe. I'll head to RIVHQ on my next day off if I don't find anything. Thanks :) JL -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[RBW] Re: Schwalbe Marathon 650b x 37 HS420 score!!

2012-10-30 Thread Michael
UPDATE: Non-score. Turns out they are out of stock, even though it was supposed to be in stock. Oh well. I'll wait until the 44-584 versions come out soon and buy them from Riv then. Trying to cancel the order on my account there for the one 52-584, but no way to do it, and no response

[RBW] Proto Bombas for sale at Rivendell alert...

2012-10-30 Thread Michael
check them out: http://www.rivbike.com/New-Stuff-s/489.htm -- 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/-/zejylVuZNJUJ. To post to this group,

Re: [RBW] Re: Schwalbe Marathon 650b x 37 HS420 score!!

2012-10-30 Thread Peter Morgano
Stans Tubeless and Hetres...come on and try it first so I can see if I can add this to my queue of winter projects! On Tue, Oct 30, 2012 at 5:13 PM, Michael john11.2...@gmail.com wrote: UPDATE: Non-score. Turns out they are out of stock, even though it was supposed to be in stock. Oh well.

[RBW] Re: Proto Bombas for sale at Rivendell alert...

2012-10-30 Thread Michael
That lower head tube lug is so cool! -- 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/-/RXGPpXhjW2QJ. To post to this group, send email to

[RBW] Re: Schwalbe Marathon 650b x 37 HS420 score!!

2012-10-30 Thread Michael
...must...get...marathons -- 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/-/pQe2aFkCra0J. To post to this group, send email to

Re: [RBW] Re: Proto Bombas for sale at Rivendell alert...

2012-10-30 Thread Peter Morgano
It is nice. I am liking the bombadil more and more. The ride is phenomenal. On Tue, Oct 30, 2012 at 5:18 PM, Michael john11.2...@gmail.com wrote: That lower head tube lug is so cool! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To

Re: [RBW] Riv Bombadil... Ultimate Hurricane Bike??

2012-10-30 Thread Leslie
20-some years ago, I got to go w/ Dad on a trip to the Oshkosh airshow, spent all week there (selling airplane brake discs, for a friend of my dad's). One day, having worked most of the week, my dad's friend told us to take a day off... so, we jumped in the car and drove from Oshkosh to Sault

[RBW] Anybody try a 650b Ram with Hetres?

2012-10-30 Thread Toshi Takeuchi
I'm thinking about a potential 650b Ram with 42mm Hetres. Apparently the 42 mm 650b would be equivalent in height to a 28 mm 700c tire, so perhaps the BB drop would not be an issue. I'd love to hear if anyone has successfully done this. Thanks, Toshi -- You received this message because you

[RBW] Re: How many Rivendell bicycles have you owned?

2012-10-30 Thread rcnute
Saluki 54 (didn't build) Bleriot 57 Rambouillet 58 Rambouillet 56 (didn't build) Quckbeam 56 Atlantis 56 (pointy lugs!) Saluki 58 Bleriot 59 Quickbeam 56 All passed on to new owners. I wish I still had the Atlantis. Ryan On Tuesday, October 30, 2012 12:55:17 PM UTC-7, Michael wrote: I'll

Re: [RBW] Riv Bombadil... Ultimate Hurricane Bike??

2012-10-30 Thread Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery
I went to college in Sault Ste Marie, and Thompson was about 30 miles from where I grew up. On Tuesday, October 30, 2012 4:25:29 PM UTC-5, Leslie wrote: 20-some years ago, I got to go w/ Dad on a trip to the Oshkosh airshow, spent all week there (selling airplane brake discs, for a friend of

[RBW] Re: How many Rivendell bicycles have you owned?

2012-10-30 Thread Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery
I've owned maybe 30-40 or so, just long enough to sell them at my shop. MY personal tally is 2 Rivs: 58 Atlantis and 57 Canti-Rom, though both have since moved on to new homes. All my bikes since then have had significant Riv influence/similarity. On Tuesday, October 30, 2012 2:55:17 PM UTC-5,

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB - Baggins Hobo bar bag

2012-10-30 Thread dougP
I have one of each. The candy bar bag is handy for small stuff, as David says, and I always take it to use on rental bikes as it fits everything. The hobo has a lot more capacity, good for jackets, food, tools, etc, especially with the 2 outside pockets. It can go on either h'bars or Brooks

[RBW] Re: How many Rivendell bicycles have you owned?

2012-10-30 Thread Leslie
Just two, yet, still have them. My Ram: http://www.flickr.com/photos/leslie_bright/4407972696/ and my Bombadil: http://www.flickr.com/photos/leslie_bright/7150235995/in/photostream/ I'm beginning to foresee another one, as a potential future project... 650b, lighter than my Bombadil:

[RBW] Re: How many Rivendell bicycles have you owned?

2012-10-30 Thread Christopher Murray
There are 2 in my house currently and 1 on the way. 57 cm Bleriot 50 cm Ram and on the way 56 cm Simpleone with Hunqa-green paint and cream details Cheers! cm -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the

[RBW] Re: How many Rivendell bicycles have you owned?

2012-10-30 Thread dougP
My 58 cm Atlantis will have its 10th birthday next spring, and will likely remain an only child. Sometimes while reading this forum I start pondering about a faster, lighter, sportier, etc., bike. A couple of hours on the Atlantis is the cure. dougP On Tuesday, October 30, 2012 12:55:17

[RBW] Re: How many Rivendell bicycles have you owned?

2012-10-30 Thread franklyn
I had 3 of them 1. 2004 59cm Romulushttp://www.flickr.com/photos/franklyn/sets/72157600050554321/, later repainted a darker blue. I thought it was too big for me, but later realized that it was the perfect size 2. 2004 57cm Romulushttp://www.flickr.com/photos/franklyn/sets/72157603538257284/.

[RBW] Re: Shifters for Albatross bars?

2012-10-30 Thread Mike
I ended up setting the bike up singlespeed. I had it set-up like that before and it worked well. I'll mainly be using it for my daily 4.5 mile commute to work. The Silver shifters are nice. I did set the bars up with the BES and can see what folks mean about bumping the shifter when making

[RBW] Re: How many Rivendell bicycles have you owned?

2012-10-30 Thread Philip Williamson
2004 Quickbeam. It's been through multiple revisions, but still just the one. Philip www.biketinker.com On Tuesday, October 30, 2012 12:55:17 PM UTC-7, Michael wrote: I'll start: 1 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view

Re: [RBW] Riv Bombadil... Ultimate Hurricane Bike??

2012-10-30 Thread dougP
Sounds like your snow biking credentials are genuine. I was in Ironwood, MI, near the WI border, on April 1 many years ago have never seen so much snow in my life. They said it was spring because they had half the roads in town open. dougP (NOT a winter guy at all) On Tuesday, October

[RBW] Re: How many Rivendell bicycles have you owned?

2012-10-30 Thread Mike
I've owned 3, one of which I still own. I purchased a 62cm Rambouillet complete from Coventry Cycles (Portland, OR) in May of 2007. In the fall of 2008 I purchased an A. Homer Hilsen. In March of 2010 I purchased a Quickbeam. I sold the Rambouillet in 2011 and the Quickbeam earlier this year.

Re: [RBW] How many Rivendell bicycles have you owned?

2012-10-30 Thread Kelly
I was hoping to say 3 since my wife has the other three, bu tI see below that family counts too... So with that in mind WE have 7 67 A Homer Hilsen 68 Quickbeam 64 2tt Horizontal Bombadil 68 Rambouillet (I've paid for it but don't have it yet) 61 Roadeo 61 Atlantis 61 Betty Foy (Still on

[RBW] Re: How many Rivendell bicycles have you owned?

2012-10-30 Thread Joe Bernard
3. A 53 Romulus I sold when I (mistakenly) thought I was converting to recumbents forever. A 54 Hilsen which was a little too tall for my aging/shrinking bones. I now have a 52 Saluki which I'm building with rear derailer/7-speed and and FSA Patterson 2-speed front transmission. Joe Bernard

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB - Baggins Hobo bar bag

2012-10-30 Thread PATRICK MOORE
Interesting: I ended up several years ago in trade with a Candybar-like bag made by a listmember (forget if it was this or the Bob list) that is about 15% bigger than the CB bag but otherwise built on exactly the same pattern, down to the branch in place of dowel. A very useful bag that has been

[RBW] Re: How many Rivendell bicycles have you owned?

2012-10-30 Thread justinaugust
3 Bleriot (packed up, ready to ship once hurricane is dealt with) Saluki SimpleOne Future plans: His and hers mixtes for the lady and I. -- 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: How many Rivendell bicycles have you owned?

2012-10-30 Thread PATRICK MOORE
*All* passed on? How come? On Tue, Oct 30, 2012 at 3:51 PM, rcnute rcn...@hotmail.com wrote: Saluki 54 (didn't build) Bleriot 57 Rambouillet 58 Rambouillet 56 (didn't build) Quckbeam 56 Atlantis 56 (pointy lugs!) Saluki 58 Bleriot 59 Quickbeam 56 All passed on to new owners. I wish I

Re: [RBW] Re: How many Rivendell bicycles have you owned?

2012-10-30 Thread Dan McNamara
3 + 2 for the significant other 2007 Ram green 58cm 2011 Sam orange 56cm - sold 2009 (?) Bomba clearcoat 52cm - looking to sell 2012 Betty Foy 50cm 2007 Heron Wayfarer 53cm (Riv relative) - looking to sell All have been great bikes. Still wish Amy liked the Heron more. All Betty's fault - too

Re: [RBW] How many Rivendell bicycles have you owned?

2012-10-30 Thread Lyle Bogart
I have but one, and I consider myself a rich man for it! A 61cm Atlantis. My darlin' wife has a Betty. Cheers! lyle On 30 October 2012 15:55, Michael john11.2...@gmail.com wrote: I'll start: 1 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch

Re: [RBW] Re: How many Rivendell bicycles have you owned?

2012-10-30 Thread PATRICK MOORE
I own two, and have owned four. '99 Joe 26 wheeled fixed gofast custom 03 Curt 26 wheeled fixed runabout. This is actually almost identical to the '99 except that it has braze ons for fenders and racks. It was built as a derailleur bike -- with the world's only removable left dt shifter brazeon,

Re: [RBW] Re: How many Rivendell bicycles have you owned?

2012-10-30 Thread PATRICK MOORE
Forgot to add, as expected: The '94 was a nice bike but nothing at all compared to the later two customs which are far better in every way including handling. Aside: Every time I think of converting the '99 gofast to a multispeed with bags, fenders, lights and so on -- was just pondering the

[RBW] Re: How many Rivendell bicycles have you owned?

2012-10-30 Thread Frank Brose
I'll play. 56 Atlantis- 3 Still own one 58 Atlantis- Gone to big 58 rambo- Gone to buy a Bleriot 56 Canti Rom- gone wish i would have kept it 54 Saluki-parted out (to small) gone 59 Bleriot- gone but still second guess it's sale 60 Quickbeam- gone, wish I would have kept it but a 56-58 would have

Re: [RBW] Re: How many Rivendell bicycles have you owned?

2012-10-30 Thread Eric Platt
I'll come out of the woodwork to join this thread: Three total. 56 Atlantis too small, but with Albatross bars it was rideable. Sold 56 Sam Hillborne. One of the first with the longer top tube. That made it fit right in reach, but the frame was probably otherwise too small. Now also sold. 60

Re: [RBW] WTB Acorn mini rando bag

2012-10-30 Thread Peter Morgano
beautiful Acorn saddlebag-new condition on the bay. http://www.ebay.com/itm/Acorn-Bags-Saddlebag-Randonneur-Rivendell-Velo-Orange-/181012472695?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0hash=item2a252f2377 On Tue, Oct 30, 2012 at 3:44 PM, Ron McAlpin bulldog...@gmail.com wrote: Hi Thom, I am looking for the Mini

Re: [RBW] How many Rivendell bicycles have you owned?

2012-10-30 Thread dougP
Whoops! I missed the family bit. We also have my wife's 47 cm Atlantis, affectionately referred to as the mini-lantis. Would not have stumbled onto this one without the help of a list member. dougP On Tuesday, October 30, 2012 4:21:44 PM UTC-7, LyleBogart{AT}gmail.com wrote: I have but

Re: [RBW] Changin' my name from lungimsam to...

2012-10-30 Thread jimD
OK, un-cloaking, my real name is 'rasterdogs', I go by the pseudonym 'JimD'. …the department of HomeLand Security is watching… You can call me anything you want, just don't call me late for dinner. Hope this clears things up, Framus On Oct 30, 2012, at 12:40 PM, Peter Morgano wrote: I

[RBW] Re: How many Rivendell bicycles have you owned?

2012-10-30 Thread C.J. Filip
2. 2007-ish 59cm Hilsen. Third owner. Couldn't be happier with it. Well...maybe if it could fit wider tires, that'd be perfect. http://www.flickr.com/photos/69091655@N08/7918042316/in/set-72157631376757052 2000-ish 56cm Atlantis. Third owner. Traded for Hilsen because it was a tad too small.

[RBW] Re: How many Rivendell bicycles have you owned?

2012-10-30 Thread charlie
I own twoa 56cm Hillborne (the all Green one) and a 60cm SimpleOne butI would sell them off for a 58cm Atlantis frame. I only need one good bicycle and at my weight I need a beefier frame either a 'Hunk' or an Atlantis which I prefer Aesthetically. This would replace my Surly

Re: [RBW] Changin' my name from lungimsam to...

2012-10-30 Thread numbnuts
Hey All, Join me if you'd like to use your real first name, and we can stop calling each other things like I thought this was the plan the whole time. All the best, Chris Redding, Ca. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view

Re: [RBW] Re: How many Rivendell bicycles have you owned?

2012-10-30 Thread Tim McNamara
We have two, my 1996 All-Rounder (which saw about 90% of my riding this year) and my wife's Heron Road, not sure what year I surprised her with that for Christmas. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send

Re: [RBW] Riv Bombadil... Ultimate Hurricane Bike??

2012-10-30 Thread Peter Morgano
With the subway down for maybe a week might be doing some urban adventuring on the Bombadil to get into work. I have never commuted cross Borough so will have to map out a route carefully. I have an awful sense of direction so wish me luck! On Oct 30, 2012 6:31 PM, dougP dougpn...@cox.net wrote:

[RBW] Saddle bags hit backs of legs?

2012-10-30 Thread Michael
Specifically, I am looking at something like the the *Sackville SaddleSack XSmall, Olive - 20130 *$65.00 Or, the brand V on the rivsite. ** Somehow, my eyes have missed these. Maybe my eyes were dazzled by all the tweed or something. *Was wondering if the backs of your legs hit these bags

Re: [RBW] Changin' my name from lungimsam to...

2012-10-30 Thread James Warren
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Be7Og9Gc_KY On Oct 30, 2012, at 7:58 PM, jimD wrote: OK, un-cloaking, my real name is 'rasterdogs', I go by the pseudonym 'JimD'. …the department of HomeLand Security is watching… You can call me anything you want, just don't call me late for dinner.

[RBW] WTB: Dirt Drop Stem, Sugino wide/low double crank, canti brakes

2012-10-30 Thread Adam
Greetings all, I'm building up a new bike that I'm very excited about and am a bit limited in the fund department. I am looking for a used dirt drop stem, sugino XD2 wide/low crank, and some quality canti brakes. Let me know if you might have any of these sitting around that you'd be willing

[RBW] Re: Saddle bags hit backs of legs?

2012-10-30 Thread Andy Smitty Schmidt
Not sure about the XS but the small and medium most definitely touch the back of my legs. In my experience it's a non-issue. I notice it every once in a while but it's never an issue. --Andy On Tuesday, October 30, 2012 9:34:53 PM UTC-7, Michael wrote: Specifically, I am looking at

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