Re: [RBW] Re: Not too off topic I hope...

2012-12-05 Thread Eric Platt
First off, I'm a bit of a camera hog, so have ended up with quite a few over the years. Although don't have one, do like the 4/3 option with a 14mm lens. Jim Thill has one and is getting quite good photos from the setup. For point and shoots, currently am using the Sony RX100 which has a really

[RBW] Re: Custom Frame Raffle

2012-12-05 Thread RJM
I would do a mountain mixte, 650 b able to handle Pancetti's Neo-Moto 2.3, cream headtube maybe that pea sage green or even the soma san marcos blue, heck, mabye even a sam hillborne orange. Alba bars, nice lugged stem, brooks select saddle, those new thinline pedals. Man, I need to make an

[RBW] Saluki

2012-12-05 Thread SeanMac
I have noticed several Salukis for sale recently on ebay. I know that this bike was produced before the Bleriot, but I have had a somewhat difficult time finding information about it on the web. I am hoping that a list member or three might be able to shed some light on this bike for me.

[RBW] Re: Saluki

2012-12-05 Thread Leslie
The Saluki was a 650b bike, that was merged into the 700c A Homer Hilsen The 650b AHH's *are* Salukis, in a sense... On Wednesday, December 5, 2012 8:35:26 AM UTC-5, SeanMac wrote: I have noticed several Salukis for sale recently on ebay. I know that this bike was produced before the

[RBW] Re: Saluki

2012-12-05 Thread Mike
Try the Internet Wayback Machine (http://archive.org/web/web.php) and see if you can get info from an older version of the RBW website. But yeah, the Saluki is basically a 650b Hilsen. Still, the SH for $1000 seems like a good deal. --mike -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Orange Rambo on Chicago CL - $900

2012-12-05 Thread Marty
Looks very nice. Too small for me... http://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/bid/3455783244.html -- 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: Saluki

2012-12-05 Thread C.J. Filip
Hi Sean, What's your PBH? If you're in the taller overlap zone of the Homers and the larger Salukis (59cm-62cm), I may be able to contribute to your questions. I recently added a 60cm Saluki to compliment and potentially replace my 59cm Hilsen. For now, I feel I'm at the point where I've

Re: [RBW] RBW specials

2012-12-05 Thread Seth Vidal
Sigh that one makes me sad so far away. -sv On Wed, Dec 5, 2012 at 1:05 AM, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: Dis one: http://www.flickr.com/photos/gzahnd/515613230/ On Tue, Dec 4, 2012 at 10:04 PM, Manuel Acosta manueljohnaco...@hotmail.com wrote: Pretty sure the

RE: [RBW] RBW specials

2012-12-05 Thread Allingham II, Thomas J
NFS. That really is a smokin' hot deal. From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Seth Vidal Sent: Wednesday, December 05, 2012 9:28 AM To: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: [RBW] RBW specials Sigh that one makes me sad

Re: [RBW] Orange Rambo on Chicago CL - $900

2012-12-05 Thread cyclotourist
That's really under priced... someone get it while the gettin's good! On Wed, Dec 5, 2012 at 6:03 AM, Marty mgie...@mac.com wrote: Looks very nice. Too small for me... http://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/bid/3455783244.html -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] New Sugino Crank

2012-12-05 Thread Mike
Just noticed this on the Soma blog. I don't know that this looks any better or worse than an XD-2 set-up as a double. Still, it's nice that there are getting to be more options for wide-range doubles. I wonder if this will be any cheaper than the Rene Herse crank.

Re: [RBW] Re: Saluki

2012-12-05 Thread Sean McAtee
My pbh is about 88. Riv recommended that I go with a 56 Sam. Not sure about my size on a Homer and I can't seem to access Riv's sizing chart Sent from my iPhone On Dec 5, 2012, at 9:27 AM, C.J. Filip c.j.fi...@hotmail.com wrote: Hi Sean, What's your PBH? If you're in the taller

Re: [RBW] Re: Saluki

2012-12-05 Thread cyclotourist
Probably right around a 60-61cm frame for level TT bikes. I'm an 89 and ride 61-62m frames. On Wed, Dec 5, 2012 at 6:34 AM, Sean McAtee seanm...@gmail.com wrote: My pbh is about 88. Riv recommended that I go with a 56 Sam. Not sure about my size on a Homer and I can't seem to access Riv's

RE: [RBW] Re: Saluki

2012-12-05 Thread Allingham II, Thomas J
Mine is 86.5, and Riv suggested a 61cm Homer. Fits perfectly with Jack Browns, but not a lot of extra room -- I don't mind that, and I think Keven knew that when he suggested the 61. -Original Message- From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com]

Re: [RBW] Re: Custom Frame Raffle

2012-12-05 Thread cyclotourist
That would be an awesome bike! On Wed, Dec 5, 2012 at 5:24 AM, RJM crccpadu...@gmail.com wrote: I would do a mountain mixte, 650 b able to handle Pancetti's Neo-Moto 2.3, cream headtube maybe that pea sage green or even the soma san marcos blue, heck, mabye even a sam hillborne orange. Alba

[RBW] Re: Saluki

2012-12-05 Thread C.J. Filip
I'm just shy of 87cm PBH and fit perfectly on the 59cm Hilsen. Here is the generic Riv fit chart: http://www.rivbike.com/v/vspfiles/assets/images/framesize_chart.gif Looks like for a given PBH the sizes on 650B compared to 700C are a bit larger but should fit the same. On Dec 5, 6:34 am, Sean

Re: [RBW] RBW specials

2012-12-05 Thread Leslie
They'd ship it to ya... Have to admit, I feel like I should buy it, even though I would *so* be in the doghouse if I did I really shouldn't... but, I really want to but I *really* shouldn't. On Wednesday, December 5, 2012 9:27:54 AM UTC-5, Seth Vidal wrote: Sigh that

[RBW] Re: Saluki

2012-12-05 Thread Montclair BobbyB
That all-blue Sam IS a looker alright (AND a deal)... On Wednesday, December 5, 2012 8:35:26 AM UTC-5, SeanMac wrote: I have noticed several Salukis for sale recently on ebay. I know that this bike was produced before the Bleriot, but I have had a somewhat difficult time finding

[RBW] Re: Not too off topic I hope...

2012-12-05 Thread Montclair BobbyB
Having ridden the Brick, it sure FEELS like it's solid through !! I'll ask my friend Scott... He may know. BB On Tuesday, December 4, 2012 7:07:02 PM UTC-5, Will wrote: Nice photos Bobby. Looks like perfect Napa weather. Love the brick! I wonder what the main tube wall thickness was on

[RBW] Re: Saluki

2012-12-05 Thread Frank
I have a 62cm Saluki and a 63cm AHH and my PBH is 89.5. Mine are set up differently, but if I were to go down the like-to-like line on a per-component basis, they would be very similar. I love them both, ride them both almost equally, and I've done light touring on both. I've also ridden each

[RBW] Re: Custom Frame Raffle

2012-12-05 Thread Peter Pesce
Boy, it's pretty easy to come up with $300 in my shopping cart, even though there's not a single thing I need! If I won, I'd probably basically end up with a Roadeo fattened-up to hold me. With fancy paint, of course... My country and utility bike needs are pretty much covered already at this

[RBW] Re: New Sugino Crank

2012-12-05 Thread Jeremy Till
I saw that too, and while they say more affordable than the normal OX801D (which is like, $500, right?) they don't mention a specific price point. Wonder how much it'll be. Probably not XD2 cheap, but hopefully not too bad. In any case, another good option for wide range doubles...If it's

[RBW] Re: New Sugino Crank

2012-12-05 Thread Joe Bernard
What is the *deal* with that site? It freezes my computer every time. Joe Bernard Vallejo, CA. On Wednesday, December 5, 2012 9:09:25 AM UTC-8, Jeremy Till wrote: I saw that too, and while they say more affordable than the normal OX801D (which is like, $500, right?) they don't mention a

[RBW] Re: New Sugino Crank

2012-12-05 Thread Garth
Note the 145mm Q factor. For those who it matters to, this will be a big deal. Note it is designed in the spirit of the TA Cyclotouriste Crank with it's low Q and small ratios, except you are no longer limited to that odd and often wobbly tiny BCD ! You can use the common 110mm BCD :)

[RBW] Re: New Sugino Crank

2012-12-05 Thread Garth
Note the 145mm Q factor. For those who it matters to, this will be a big deal. Note it is designed in the spirit of the TA Cyclotouriste Crank with it's low Q and small ratios, except you are no longer limited to that odd and often wobbly tiny BCD ! You can use the common 110mm BCD :) But,

[RBW] Re: New Sugino Crank

2012-12-05 Thread Garth
BTW .. whatever happened to the Riv Crank proposed long ago ? -- 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/-/NWGkAl9LP6cJ. To post to this group,

[RBW] Re: New Sugino Crank

2012-12-05 Thread Garth
It's already up on Soma website $360 . http://store.somafab.com/suoxcrarwcu.html -- 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/-/i5hY2iNv-MEJ.

[RBW] Re: New Sugino Crank

2012-12-05 Thread Mike Schiller
the finish looks dull in the pictures, guess they saved money on polishing? I wish IRD would do their Defiant crankset in a 94 BCD double. That would be a real big seller. There are plenty of 94 mm chain-rings around. ~mike Carlsbad Ca. On Wednesday, December 5, 2012 6:34:28 AM UTC-8, Mike

[RBW] Re: New Sugino Crank

2012-12-05 Thread William
Among the highlights is that Soma finally is embracing the inherent flexibility of the chainring choices. When they started offering the $500 flavor, they didn't offer it with anything smaller than a 34T small ring, which is what we all can already get with every other 110mm bcd crankset.

[RBW] Re: Custom Frame Raffle

2012-12-05 Thread William
I'd almost certainly end up with a slightly tweaked approximation of a canti-luki, or maybe a canti-roadeo. On Wednesday, December 5, 2012 8:52:45 AM UTC-8, Peter Pesce wrote: Boy, it's pretty easy to come up with $300 in my shopping cart, even though there's not a single thing I need!

[RBW] Re: Orange Rambo on Chicago CL - $900

2012-12-05 Thread Kevin Mulcahy
I've talked to the owner a couple times recently, he's a super nice guy and takes great care of nice bikes. Kevin Chicago, IL On Wednesday, December 5, 2012 8:03:04 AM UTC-6, Marty wrote: Looks very nice. Too small for me... http://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/bid/3455783244.html -- You

Re: [RBW] David Lance Goines Riv Poster--inexpensive framing option

2012-12-05 Thread Kevin Mulcahy
Actually, plexi is usually more expensive. I found that out recently when I got my poster framed. Kevin Chicago, IL On Tuesday, December 4, 2012 10:16:32 PM UTC-6, Philip Williamson wrote: I agree. I had a much bigger piece of art framed at a custom shop for about $250 a few years ago.

Re: [RBW] David Lance Goines Riv Poster--inexpensive framing option

2012-12-05 Thread Leslie
I went with UV glare-free glass. Wasn't the cheapest choice, but was a minimal upcharge over regular glass. There was a 'museum' glass, the stuff literally just disappeared, no idea that there was glass there at all: VERY nice, but much much more pricey than the non-glare UV glass... On

[RBW] Re: New Sugino Crank

2012-12-05 Thread rperks
For what it is worth, these are in the same wholesale price league as White industry crank sets with a WI bottom bracket. Likewise the Compass RH offering is just a bit more without a bottom bracket. The corresponding retail prices all appear to be in the hunt as well if you shop around, and

Re: [RBW] Re: New Sugino Crank

2012-12-05 Thread Ryan Watson
Rob at Ocean Air Cycles told me $340, which I believe included rings. On Dec 5, 2012, at 10:09, Jeremy Till jeremy.t...@gmail.com wrote: I saw that too, and while they say more affordable than the normal OX801D (which is like, $500, right?) they don't mention a specific price point.

[RBW] Re: Go fast bike: San Marcos?

2012-12-05 Thread redsydude
I think those bikes are built by the same manufacturer in Taiwan so is the quality control on the Sam Hillborne much better than on the SOMA? On Tuesday, December 4, 2012 7:06:58 PM UTC-8, Tony Lockhart wrote: Thanks Aaron! I agree, the front brake caliper in the photo is out of

[RBW] Advice on a possible Sam purchase for a new Riv buyer

2012-12-05 Thread Chris
Hi everyone, Thanks for checking out my post. I currently have three bikes; a Pashley Guv'Nor (beautiful to look at if a bit uncomfortable on longer rides British bike), Velorbis Scrap Deluxe (very comfortable and heavy Danish bike I currently use for my work commutes) and an Electra Verse (my

[RBW] in search of 650b 32 hole rims

2012-12-05 Thread dylan alverson
HI, Any one out there have an extra set of 650b rims 32 holes that they want to sell or trade. Thanks Dylan -- 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: Custom Frame Raffle

2012-12-05 Thread Dave
glad I waited until my birthday on the 1st to be treated and treat myself to some things at RBW. Photos of my new-to-me protovelo bleriot coming soon. On Tuesday, December 4, 2012 7:46:32 PM UTC-8, Michael wrote: Wonder what the chances of winning are? On Tuesday,

[RBW] Re: Not too off topic I hope...

2012-12-05 Thread Corwin Booth
I use the Lumix ZS15. Well, that is more or less what it is called now, don't have the camera with me. I use it taking shots on and off the bike. On the bike, I keep it in a handlebar bag. The winder bump out makes it very easy to get a firm grip, and the switching is all right there so you

[RBW] Boston to Montreal cycling tour.

2012-12-05 Thread John L
I'm thinking of a bike tour from Boston to Montreal this summer, possibly with a return trip or a loop down to the Adirondacks depending on my schedule. In my dream world, I'd find a route through Vermont using the numerous maps of dirt and gravel roads found

[RBW] Re: Homemade Accessories for Bikes

2012-12-05 Thread EGNolan
Andy- Your bike, which I found on Google somehow, was the reason I did this http://www.flickr.com/photos/ericgnolan/8064314062/in/photostream ; much more crude. If I had any sewing abilities I'd make a seat similar to yours, but I found an old saddle works well. -Eric On Wednesday,

RE: [RBW] 52cm Waterford Bombadil FFHS for Sale, single top tube-Last Notice before the Ebay

2012-12-05 Thread Robert Morrow
Peter; I am very interested in the Bomba you have for sale! Could you give me an idea of its geometry? Most critically, wheel size, top tube length and standover height. Thanks! Looking forward to your response. Rob Date: Tue, 4 Dec 2012 10:55:06 -0500 Subject: Re: [RBW] 52cm Waterford

[RBW] Re: FS - David Lance Goines Riv Poster

2012-12-05 Thread 3wheelin
On Monday, December 3, 2012 2:38:39 PM UTC-8, stevew wrote: Hi all, SteveI will take the posterPeter I am looking to sell my copy of the DLG Riv poster.  It has been out of the box twice since I got it and it comes with the paper explaining the artist's printing process.  Looking to

[RBW] FS? 57 Rivendell Road

2012-12-05 Thread Ed Steck
I have too many bikes and am considering lightening my collection. I have a 57mm Rivendell Road with 2 forks, 1 for short reach and 1 for long reach brakes. The serial # is JS9932 which I'm sure all of you know is a bicycle built by Joe Starck in 1999. It is Coleman Stove Green with cream

[RBW] Saddlebag Advice? Saddlesack v. Carradice

2012-12-05 Thread David Banzer
Howdy! Anyone have experience with Carradice saddlebags and Riv Saddlesacks? The design of the Saddlesacks seem to be very well thought out and intuitive for actual use. I've been using a Carradice Camper Longflap and it's huge. Wonderful load capacity. Too much load capacity for anything I

[RBW] WTB: 25.4cm clamp area, 120mm reach stem

2012-12-05 Thread Edwin W
I tried this over at iBob first, but since Riv sells stuff like this, I thought I would try here, too, since all the nice iBob-ers had to offer were 26.0mm stems and ones that were not as long as I would like. Anyone have one of these they are not using? Like a Nitto Technomic (Standard or

[RBW] Re: Love my new blue Sam

2012-12-05 Thread Tim Tetrault
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-WfhmKE8z9J4/ULu2O8rwJkI/AV8/I8Kye8eV7DY/s1600/DSCN0309.JPG While I'm here, here's my new-ish Sam. Going strong for about 2 months, sorry this is not a drive side pic. SLX rear/Deore FD, I've since replaced the bottle cage with a Ti one from Blackburn,

Re: [RBW] Re: Love my new blue Sam

2012-12-05 Thread Tim Tetrault
That is the fastest looking Sam I've ever seen. Were the Kojaks noticeably faster than other tires you've ridden? Tim/Seattle On Sunday, December 2, 2012 7:50:22 AM UTC-8, Patrick Moore wrote: Will -- nice build. How do you like the Kojaks? And what are the cranks, the bag, and the front

[RBW] Re: which riv should I sell?

2012-12-05 Thread Tim Tetrault
I would say stick with the Atlantis for its versatility, but how sad to see a Hunq go. Since your goal is the longer tour which I assume will take you on some pavement the Atlantis seems like the one. On Saturday, December 1, 2012 10:23:45 AM UTC-8, fulf wrote: Never thought I'd ever think

[RBW] Re: Are Brooks Saddle Worth the Money?

2012-12-05 Thread sameness
I've lived on a steady diet of second hand, sub-500 mile B-17s that just didn't work for somebody, so it need not be so cost prohibitive. Tried a Selle Anatomica and, immediately comfy though it was, I felt like I'd be out of tension bolt in three seasons. Never sat on a Rivet or Berthoud or

[RBW] Re: which riv should I sell?

2012-12-05 Thread sameness
Loathe as I am to compel anyone to sell a Riv, I just recently pared down to one bike, and have thus far lived to tell the tale. Me, I'd keep the Atlantis, if only because I think the range of versatility dressing up and down is ever so slightly wider. Tough spot. -- You received this

[RBW] Re: which riv should I sell?

2012-12-05 Thread shawn
IMO if you must sell one make it the Hunq. I have both a Roadeo and an Atlantis. If I could only have one bike it would be the Atlantis. You can do anything on an Atlantis. Because you can. On Saturday, December 1, 2012 1:23:45 PM UTC-5, fulf wrote: Never thought I'd ever think of selling

[RBW] Re: Brooks Flyer Saddle, Sugino AT Crankset, Suntour Cyclone MK II F/R Derailleurs, Etc

2012-12-05 Thread sameness
SRAM 8sp 12-26T Cassette and Shimano 105 Triple Front Deraileur are now SOLD! Only the Shimano 105 Road Double Crankset remains. Thanks again! -- 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: Are Brooks Saddle Worth the Money?

2012-12-05 Thread hangtownmatt
Bill, Thanks for the info. I've been doing my research and the Rivet looks intriguing for all the reasons you describe. But I have to ask - When you talk about contact with the inner thigh, is that the same as my issue where saddle sores develop at the back of the thigh where it meets the

[RBW] Re: Should have looked at the weather report

2012-12-05 Thread John Lee
Fixed or freewheel? I always felt that fixed gear gave me a lot more sense of how much traction I had and a lot more control in icy conditions. On Friday, November 30, 2012 6:27:22 PM UTC-5, Trevor saxton wrote: Crisp ride in the morning with the wind at my back left me stuck at work 70km

Re: [RBW] Re: Keeping your neck warm

2012-12-05 Thread Pammie
Also, for some cool - self knitted projects (related to bikes) Bictoro on her blog makes bags, panniers, and knitted products: http://www.bicitoro.com/ On Friday, November 30, 2012 7:58:07 PM UTC-8, Pammie wrote: Hey, if you all know any knitters - there are plenty of neck cowls out there

[RBW] Re: David Lance Goines Riv Poster--inexpensive framing option

2012-12-05 Thread Ron Mc
thanks for showing the poster - I was wondering about it. He's not too sky about copying Mucha. But so did everyone else. Cool poster. -- 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] 52cm Waterford Bombadil FFHS for Sale, single top tube-Last Notice before the Ebay

2012-12-05 Thread Peter Morgano
Rob, The list emails are kinda strange today so I just got this. The geometry and measurements are the same as stated on the Rivbike website https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AjehUKAztnO8dEFRVEYxUWpxeXNPMHZMeDZINmNUMWc#gid=0 . Standover with Grand Bois Hetres is hair under 31.5 inches,

[RBW] Re: Custom Frame Raffle

2012-12-05 Thread Philip Williamson
I'd do a version of that Mountain Fixie that was such a troublesome truck. Basically a fixed gear fool-around-in-the-woods bike. Able to take 60mm Big Apples and fenders, like a super-attractive version of my industrial-ugly Gravel

[RBW] Re: which riv should I sell?

2012-12-05 Thread numbnuts
Hey All, I know this won't come as anything new to people here, but I personally have never sold a frame or a bike I didn't miss. To sell either an Atlantis or a Hunq has got to hurt. I own neither, but do own (or have owned) similar bikes and I would sell the Hunq. Then I would make the

Re: [RBW] Boston to Montreal cycling tour.

2012-12-05 Thread Steve Palincsar
On Tue, 2012-12-04 at 12:23 -0800, John L wrote: I'm thinking of a bike tour from Boston to Montreal this summer, possibly with a return trip or a loop down to the Adirondacks depending on my schedule. In my dream world, I'd find a route through Vermont using the numerous maps of dirt and

[RBW] Re: Custom Frame Raffle

2012-12-05 Thread Marc Irwin
Gee! Not much time to think. I wonder if there's $300 of stuff I might like? ROTFL!?!!! Marc -- 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: New Sugino Crank

2012-12-05 Thread Garth
I used the Shimano 105 double made in 1999-ish FD-5500 when I used 48/44/26 rings and it shifted fine between the small rings. The Dura Ace and Ultegra of that same vintage work as well :) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch

[RBW] Re: Advice on a possible Sam purchase for a new Riv buyer

2012-12-05 Thread Joe Bernard
Yep. What you have right now are two heavy bikes (Velorbis and Electra), and one with a semi-extreme riding position and high bottom bracket (Guv'nor). The Sam would be a multi-geared semi-lightweight bicycle that would be excellent for commuting *and* jaunts in Griffith Park. Keep the Electra

[RBW] Re: Advice on a possible Sam purchase for a new Riv buyer

2012-12-05 Thread Ryan
But a significant investment nonetheless. Especially if you're on the fence. I'd say if you have an opportunity to test ride a Sam and or some other Riv models by all means do so. The lighter weight and fine ride of the Riv might win you over...I also know that the good people of RivHQ would

[RBW] Re: Orange Rambo on Chicago CL - $900

2012-12-05 Thread Eric
That's frame, fork headset, no components. Someone mentioned that my ad wasn't clear. Hope it goes to a good home! - Eric On Dec 5, 8:31 am, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: That's really under priced... someone get it while the gettin's good! On Wed, Dec 5, 2012 at 6:03

[RBW] FS vintage mountain bikes

2012-12-05 Thread Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery
I have accumulated a couple time-capsule mountain bikes that may be of interest to somebody on this list. 1. 1983-84 Specialized Stumpjumper SC, blue, seat-tube 20 c-c, top-tube 22.5 c-c. Bullmoose stem/bar. Still has the (seemingly) original tan-sidewall Specialized Team Control tires in

Re: [RBW] Re: Orange Rambo on Chicago CL - $900

2012-12-05 Thread cyclotourist
Ahhh, that clears it up. Wonderful looking bike! On Wed, Dec 5, 2012 at 4:01 PM, Eric ericwolfo...@gmail.com wrote: That's frame, fork headset, no components. Someone mentioned that my ad wasn't clear. Hope it goes to a good home! - Eric On Dec 5, 8:31 am, cyclotourist

[RBW] Re: Custom Frame Raffle

2012-12-05 Thread Crazy4Suki
Does buying a $300 gift certificate count? -- 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/-/dP-EwADvHY8J. To post to this group, send email to

[RBW] Re: Orange Rambo on Chicago CL - $900

2012-12-05 Thread Eric
Ah but still a great price for a great frameset! Flickr updated w/ new photos of the frameset: http://www.flickr.com/photos/62732254@N02/sets/72157632177997317/ - Eric On Dec 5, 7:03 pm, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: Ahhh, that clears it up. Wonderful looking bike! On

[RBW] Re: Orange Rambo on Chicago CL - $900

2012-12-05 Thread Eric
But I would be more than open to offering some of the components w/ the bike too. On Dec 5, 8:08 pm, Eric ericwolfo...@gmail.com wrote: Ah but still a great price for a great frameset! Flickr updated w/ new photos of the frameset:

Re: [RBW] RBW specials

2012-12-05 Thread Crazy4Suki
Looks like the Homer, tandem and Extracycle are gone already. Had my eye on the Extracycle, and am slightly relieved I don't need to find more garage space ;) Did you happen to get it, Manny? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group.

[RBW] Re: Saluki

2012-12-05 Thread SeanMac
Thank you for all of your help today. I spent the day on jury duty, so I am a bit slow in sending thanks. When I returned home I had my son help me to re-measure my PBH. We ended up taking several measurements, typically getting a PBH between 86 - 87. Based on Riv's chart, his seems to put

[RBW] Re: Go fast bike: San Marcos?

2012-12-05 Thread Tony Lockhart
The build quality looks identical in both frames, however the paint job on the San Marcos is not as good as on the Hillborne. All of the lugs appear to be identical with the exception of the lower headtube lug on the SM---more windows and more decorative. On Wednesday, December 5, 2012

[RBW] Re: Homemade Accessories for Bikes

2012-12-05 Thread Tony Lockhart
Andy, Pammie, and Eric: Those are some awesome creations! Great job! On Tuesday, December 4, 2012 11:53:08 AM UTC-8, EGNolan wrote: Andy- Your bike, which I found on Google somehow, was the reason I did this http://www.flickr.com/photos/ericgnolan/8064314062/in/photostream ; much

[RBW] Re: New Sugino Crank

2012-12-05 Thread reynoldslugs
I have the earlier version of this crankset, in 26-40. It's a terrific crank. Pics here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/41563482@N06/sets/72157629609638106/ Max -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion on the

[RBW] Re: Custom Frame Raffle

2012-12-05 Thread BSWP
That would be a Mountain Fixte! I'm looking at what I can justify, seeing if it will come to $300 - Andrew, Berkeley On Wednesday, December 5, 2012 11:57:47 AM UTC-8, Philip Williamson wrote: I'd do a version of that Mountain Fixie that was such a troublesome truck. Basically a fixed gear

[RBW] Switching to Moustachios from drops?!?!

2012-12-05 Thread Michael
Anyone made the switch? Seems like on every drop bar bike I dun rid, I just always feel too stretched out. Even with my 7cm shorty stem and flat ramps. Even knowing I have the correct frame sizes and have the bar above saddle height now. On the tops, its always perfect. Hoods - feel too

[RBW] Re: Switching to Moustachios from drops?!?!

2012-12-05 Thread Michael
PS - will the staches help me sit more upright, or not? -- 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/-/vC8EZRcSfX8J. To post to this group, send

[RBW] Re: Switching to Moustachios from drops?!?!

2012-12-05 Thread Michael
On Thursday, December 6, 2012 12:56:06 AM UTC-5, Michael wrote: Anyone made the switch? Seems like on every drop bar bike I dun rid, I just always feel too stretched out. Even with my 7cm shorty stem and flat ramps. Even knowing I have the correct frame sizes and have the bar above

[RBW] Re: New Sugino Crank

2012-12-05 Thread Joe Bernard
It looks like my favorite (and very weird) crank of all time, the Campy Record OR for mountain bikes from the early '90s. Joe Bernard On Wednesday, December 5, 2012 8:56:53 PM UTC-8, reynoldslugs wrote: I have the earlier version of this crankset, in 26-40. It's a terrific crank. Pics

[RBW] Road salt and Rivendells

2012-12-05 Thread Michael
I am going to try commuting thru the winter. Not in snow/slush. Just on the dry days. In the winter, there is a dusting of salt on the road after the snow melts away and the roads dry up around here. *Will riding on dry roads with salt residue be bad for the frame/components? * I am hoping the

Re: [RBW] Re: Switching to Moustachios from drops?!?!

2012-12-05 Thread cyclotourist
You'll be slightly more upright, but not hugely so. You may like them more with a shorter (1-2cm) stem. I point the ends down a bit, so the inner bends are close to horizontal. For zero outlay, give 'em a try! On Wed, Dec 5, 2012 at 9:58 PM, Michael john11.2...@gmail.com wrote: On Thursday,

[RBW] Are A. Homer, Sam, Betty, and Ives real peeps?

2012-12-05 Thread Michael
Are these real peeps, or just creative bike names? A. Homer Hilsen Betty Foy Yves Gomez Samuel Hillborne -- 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: Switching to Moustachios from drops?!?!

2012-12-05 Thread dougP
Michael: The price is right. Give it a try. I tried M'stache a while back but didn't care for them. The front curve where the brake levers are typically mounted was too far away, and the back straight section made me turn my wrists at an awkward angle. Others swear by them. It's hard to

[RBW] Re: Switching to Moustachios from drops?!?!

2012-12-05 Thread charlie
I'll be offering my mustache bar,dirt drop stem brake lever combo for sale soon since I'm going the other way toward drop bars. Haven't figured on a price yet but the bar and stem are Nitto with old school Dia Compe levers black hoods plus taped and twined so...oh yea and cables. On

[RBW] Re: Are A. Homer, Sam, Betty, and Ives real peeps?

2012-12-05 Thread grant
The A. Homer Hilsen was going to be the Honus Wagner until the heirs of Honus--through the law firm that represents the estates of Michael Jackson, Marilyn Monroe, Sammy Davis Jr., and Honus--and others---at the last minute before the signing of a deal which would have earned them $40 per bike

[RBW] Velocity quality

2012-12-05 Thread Tim
Ok so I've had the Homer for 2 years and am about to get my third rear wheel. Here's my story: Peter White built the bike and wheels. Velocity Synergy with XT hubs and 36 spokes.I hit a pothole pretty good fairly early in the bikes life. LBS said rim couldn't be tried so they built up another

Re: [RBW] Velocity quality

2012-12-05 Thread Toshi Takeuchi
There have been some bad batches of Velocity rims. I bet if you contacted Velocity, they would replace the rim free of charge, but you would have to build up the wheels. All of my Velocity rims have been good so far. I hope it stays that way. I built my first Mavic CXP wheel. It looks like a