[RBW] RE: FS: Nitto Top Rack

2012-12-16 Thread Marc Schwartz
Peter, If that includes shipping to Las Cruces, NM, I would like to purchase this rack. Please let me know? Thanks, Marc From: rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com [rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com] on behalf of 3wheelin [ssubman2...@yahoo.com] Sent:

Re: [RBW] Re: Little Ben

2012-12-16 Thread Steve Palincsar
On Sat, 2012-12-15 at 21:58 -0800, Michael wrote: A 32-40 puncture protected range in 650b would be nice for those of us who want to go lighter and keep the 10-speed look to our bikes. Anything over 40mm and I would feel like I am on a dirt bike. Have you actually tried a Hetre? -- You

[RBW] Re: Nitto factory hat!! How cool is that?

2012-12-16 Thread Ron Mc
I fit 58 (right between 7-1/8 and 7-1/4) and which lets me find good buys on old fedoras, but the hat doesn't look terribly adjustable. Otherwise, I like it. Honestly, a Medium is not going to fit too many women. On Saturday, December 15, 2012 10:35:58 AM UTC-6, William wrote: WWII? I

[RBW] A Typical Ride

2012-12-16 Thread Jan Heine
After all the discussion of long-distance rides, I was inspired to post on our blog about a typical ride. Like Grant's S24O camping trips, most of our rides don't go far from home, yet there is a lot of fun to be had. To me, the long adventures are like eight-course meals: special and memorable,

[RBW] RBW ad on Bike Snob

2012-12-16 Thread Mike
I don't read Bike Snob NYC regularly but I was checking the site this morning and noticed the RBW ad. It's pretty funny. Check it out: http://bikesnobnyc.blogspot.com --mike -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this

[RBW] Re: RBW ad on Bike Snob

2012-12-16 Thread William
I had seen that ad before. It is very cute. The highlight Riv-content of that BSNYC in my opinion, was Eben labelling Cornell as the MicroShift of the Ivy League. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To view this discussion

[RBW] Things of a Rivish nature for sale 52 cm XO-1 (with issues) Paul Racer M , Nitto lugged stem

2012-12-16 Thread Kentileguy
I'm selling my 93 Bridgestone 52cm XO-1. I picked it up a few years ago, rode it for the summer then decided to have it powdercoated. Upon removing the mass quantities of reflective tape, I discovered crash damage in the form of a small ripple to the top tube and downtube. I went ahead and had

[RBW] Re: RBW ad on Bike Snob

2012-12-16 Thread Montclair BobbyB
No disrespect to Cornell, but that WAS pretty funny... Kinda like the late Sam Kinison describing Teddy Kennedy as the Shemp of the Kennedys... On Sunday, December 16, 2012 11:30:46 AM UTC-5, William wrote: I had seen that ad before. It is very cute. The highlight Riv-content of that

[RBW] Re: WTT: Large Nigel Smythe Saddle bag for Berthoud Front Bag

2012-12-16 Thread Roadmaster
Hi Sean I have a Berthoud Front bag that i'm interested in selling. I'll have to check and see if it is medium or large. Bruce On Thursday, December 13, 2012 3:15:53 PM UTC-8, Sean Cleary wrote: I have a used, in excellent condition, Nigel Smythe large saddle bag that I'll swap for a

[RBW] Re: RBW ad on Bike Snob

2012-12-16 Thread Michael
I couldn't find the ad. But I don't want to wade through the sea of profanity and misanthropy to get to it on that Bikesnob site. At this point I must give a personal Thank You to Grant Petersen for keeping his RBW site/knowledge base, book, and RivReaders civil, polite, and profanity free.

Re: [RBW] Re: RBW ad on Bike Snob

2012-12-16 Thread James Warren
If this develops into a thread about civility, politeness, and profanity, can it please be done offlist? On Dec 16, 2012, at 11:38 AM, Michael wrote: I couldn't find the ad. But I don't want to wade through the sea of profanity and misanthropy to get to it on that Bikesnob site. At this

Re: [RBW] Re: RBW ad on Bike Snob

2012-12-16 Thread Peter Morgano
Come on, lighten up! Bike snob is hilarious in my opinion although its admittedly not for everyone lets remember he is selling only his writings and ad space so a bit of a different realm than GP lives in. and lets not pretend that the pros' are saints. I have never heard of a sport where someone

Re: [RBW] Re: RBW ad on Bike Snob

2012-12-16 Thread PATRICK MOORE
+1! On Sun, Dec 16, 2012 at 12:48 PM, Peter Morgano uscpeter11...@gmail.com wrote: Come on, lighten up! Bike snob is hilarious in my opinion although its admittedly not for everyone lets remember he is selling only his writings and ad space so a bit of a different realm than GP lives in. and

[RBW] Slightly OT: Looking for Rivish friendly LBS in Scottsdale area

2012-12-16 Thread bwphoto
Looking for a friendly non-race (if that even exists) LBS is the Scottsdale AZ area. I'm going to be shipping a bike down to my niece in Scottsdale and need to find a friendly shop that is not to focused on racing especially mountain. Thanks! -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] What's your raffle entry consist of, and what are your plans for the prize?

2012-12-16 Thread cbone97
A bit of fun since surely I'm not the only one who's been prompted to enter a $300 order this month and tempted to dream of what I'll ask Grant to cook up for me if I win. My order (placing tonight, destination is a V.O. Polyvalent I scored on fleabay.): 2 Conti 650b 54mm tires 2 tubes for 'em 1

[RBW] Re: RBW ad on Bike Snob

2012-12-16 Thread Mike
On Sunday, December 16, 2012 10:21:44 AM UTC-8, Montclair BobbyB wrote: No disrespect to Cornell, but that WAS pretty funny... Kinda like the late Sam Kinison describing Teddy Kennedy as the Shemp of the Kennedys... Ha! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Re: RBW ad on Bike Snob

2012-12-16 Thread Michael
Anyone have a direct link to the ad. I'd like to see it. Can't find it. On Sunday, December 16, 2012 10:10:44 AM UTC-5, Mike wrote: I don't read Bike Snob NYC regularly but I was checking the site this morning and noticed the RBW ad. It's pretty funny. Check it out:

Re: [RBW] Re: RBW ad on Bike Snob

2012-12-16 Thread cyclotourist
Profanity AND misanthropy all in one place! Throw in some gratuitous nudity and I'm sold!!! On Sun, Dec 16, 2012 at 11:38 AM, Michael john11.2...@gmail.com wrote: I couldn't find the ad. But I don't want to wade through the sea of profanity and misanthropy to get to it on that Bikesnob

[RBW] Re: What's your raffle entry consist of, and what are your plans for the prize?

2012-12-16 Thread RJM
Well, I was thinking of doing a 350 buck gift certificate or placing an order for a Roadeo frame. I don't know which one I will do though. On Sunday, December 16, 2012 5:58:13 PM UTC-6, cbone97 wrote: A bit of fun since surely I'm not the only one who's been prompted to enter a $300 order

[RBW] Re: A Typical Ride

2012-12-16 Thread Manuel Acosta
I like this. -- 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/-/-96gnx1zo2IJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com. To

Re: [RBW] Re: What's your raffle entry consist of, and what are your plans for the prize?

2012-12-16 Thread Anne Paulson
If you buy a Roadeo you won't be sorry. BTW, speaking of orders, what do people recommend for tires for their Roadeos? I need to put together an order of my own. On Sun, Dec 16, 2012 at 5:24 PM, RJM crccpadu...@gmail.com wrote: Well, I was thinking of doing a 350 buck gift certificate or

Re: [RBW] Re: What's your raffle entry consist of, and what are your plans for the prize?

2012-12-16 Thread William
My order 3x devold undies 2x MUSA wool t shirts 2x col de la vie tires tube of phil hand cleaner My custom: Roadeo tubeset, Cantilever equipped, 650B road bike, painted like Anne's Purple-'Lantis Anne, For Roadeo tires I'd take a look at the Clement LLG in a 28, or the new Grand Bois Extra

[RBW] Re: Little Ben

2012-12-16 Thread Michael
Not yet. I have been thinking about getting them for long rides. Maybe that will convince me. I know I will enjoy the speed of them. I am not saying I don't believe what everyone is saying about them being an almost punctureless tire. I just have to expand my comfort level I guess.

Re: [RBW] Re: Little Ben

2012-12-16 Thread Peter Morgano
There is no such thing as a punctureless tire, why ride around on some belted, heavy tires unless you have to though? I think alot of that market is people who think they have to ride those tires or else. If you are in goathead counrty is one thing but for most of a flat every now and then isnt

Re: [RBW] Re: What's your raffle entry consist of, and what are your plans for the prize?

2012-12-16 Thread Jim M.
On Sunday, December 16, 2012 5:49:02 PM UTC-8, Anne Paulson wrote: BTW, speaking of orders, what do people recommend for tires for their Roadeos? I need to put together an order of my own. I don't have a Roadeo but I have its country cousin, Legolas. I really like Schwalbe Ultremo ZX in

[RBW] Photos from Today's Ride

2012-12-16 Thread Eric Norris
A handful of photos from a chilly and damp day's ride. Before viewing, please note that I rode with cleated shoes/pedals (although I was fully clothed in wool and sat on a Brooks saddle). Enjoy! http://www.flickr.com/photos/campyonlyguy/8279483032/in/set-72157632264462252/lightbox/ --Eric

[RBW] Re: Photos from Today's Ride

2012-12-16 Thread Manuel Acosta
Looks good! -- 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/-/9cIH0YrqJ0gJ. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com.

[RBW] Re: A Typical Ride

2012-12-16 Thread Andy Williams
Thanks, Jan. The North Lake Loop with several different variations has been a staple of mine for some time. -- 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: Photos from Today's Ride

2012-12-16 Thread Michael
Looks like an intoxicatingly beautiful ride. Thanks for sharing. -- 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/-/qeAZHG752uAJ. To post to this

[RBW] Re: A Typical Ride

2012-12-16 Thread Michael
Thanks Jan! I recently discovered your site and look forward to reading and learning. -- 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: What's your raffle entry consist of, and what are your plans for the prize?

2012-12-16 Thread James Warren
Haven't purchased yet, but I'm thinking of buying the following: Wheelset V brakes - but I notice that Rivendell seems to not be selling these right now Brake pad inserts for Silvers Some Big Ben 700 x 35 tires Aluminum Bosco Bar if they get them in 12-36 cassette A front derailleur Maybe

[RBW] Re: A Typical Ride

2012-12-16 Thread Way Rebb
Now those are the rides I like. Three/Four hour ride through the local hills, along the trails...take off in the morning and have the afternoon free for something else. I try to get out one or two weeks during the summer and go somewhere camping or visiting but those little rides are a nice break

[RBW] Re: What's your raffle entry consist of, and what are your plans for the prize?

2012-12-16 Thread Way Rebb
I'm thinking of a Sam Hunqa-Pilson that converts into a kayak and I can float down the river.  I'm not sure it's possible :( On Dec 16, 3:58 pm, cbone97 cbon...@gmail.com wrote: A bit of fun since surely I'm not the only one who's been prompted to enter a $300 order this month and tempted to