Are the brake pads toed in properly? Are the attachment bolts snug? They
come loose over time allowing the caliper to shift. Somethings to check in
addition to Jeremy's notes.
On Sat, Jan 26, 2013 at 8:49 PM, Jeremy Till jeremy.t...@gmail.com wrote:
So the first thing I would try is making
It must be cockpit change weekend. On Saturday I installed the newly
arrived Midge bar on the Fargo to replace the very comfortable but too
narrow for offroad 42 cm Noodle -- that will go to the Ram. After one brief
10 miler to the PO yesterday, in the rain, the Midge feels quite good: not
as good
That is an unusual place to find one of those stems! Looks good!
I second the appeal to Riv to remake those stems, but with a much longer
quill. I do think that, if you are going to raise a bar high above the
steerer, the extension ought to have a positive angle, and the Ritchey
splits the
Great build! You managed to make a really tall bike look elegant - not
always so easy to do.
Cheers,
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Those are direct quotes from one of the Grizzly Peak guys. I thought it looked
worse but I was not riding.
Congrats to everyone who rode. Looking forward to doing one of the rides later
in the year.
Dan
Marin
On Jan 26, 2013, at 8:44 PM, Benz, Sunnyvale, CA benzouy...@gmail.com wrote:
For the most part my sandbagging turned out to be accurate. My wife and
kids had a fancy-ish dinner trip planned last night and I had made a
mostly-binding promise to reach the finish before dark. So, when I got to
Point Reyes Station I decided to skip the out and back leg to the Marshall
Very nice Kelly. Looks great!
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After riding for years, I, just last summer bought a SOMA Fabrications
Extra Smoothie. I am 65 and don't race, but I had a super light
Specialized Roubaix Pro and it was just not comfortable. I also rode a
double suspension MTB, but I could not get into trail riding on a regular
basis,
I should have noted that this is *not* a headset issue- though I thought it
was at first. If I hop off the bike and lock the front break and rock the
bike back and forth over the front wheel I can actually see the brake arms
shift forward, eliciting the slight knock, back and forward. This is
Friends of fine lugged bicycles,
Here's a pictorial report on yesterday Joe Appaloosa ride.
It handled great as one would expect. Very stable, not sluggish and
luxurious feeling for lack of a better description.
The saddle was awful though, too flat, too wide, like a plank. I may take
my own
Wow. I think that's about the tallest Ram I've ever seen. Nice setup and
good to see you enjoying the winter's day!
Interesting how well proportioned that bike appears, from the side image:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/tksleeper/8396885636/in/photostream
Enjoy!
- Jim / cyclofiend.com
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Funny how just a small change in setup will reinvigorate your riding. I
find that with the GP designs, there's a steady urge to tinker a bit.
My mental project is a reworking of the Hilsen - moving the Mark's rack up
front to mimic the Quickbeam... which will probably make me want to shift
Yeah. A knock means something is shifting under load. Something may not
be seated correctly or torqued properly. That's definitely different than
brake shudder. That does look a trifle long in front of the crown. Have
you ever run the bike without the fenders?
- You might take a look at
Nice pics - beautiful bike! Looks right at home in that setting.
Brian Hanson
Seattle
On Jan 27, 2013, at 9:41 AM, Olivier Chetelat oli...@gmail.com wrote:
Friends of fine lugged bicycles,
Here's a pictorial report on yesterday Joe Appaloosa ride.
It handled great as one would expect. Very
On Sun, Jan 27, 2013 at 9:41 AM, Olivier Chetelat oli...@gmail.com wrote:
Friends of fine lugged bicycles,
Here's a pictorial report on yesterday Joe Appaloosa ride.
Great pics! Are you contemplating adding one to your stable?
jim m
wc ca
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Actually that was the best part... it was 60 plus degrees out. Fantastic
day for riding! The ski resort was tough climbing back out of but fun.
Kelly
On Saturday, January 26, 2013 11:37:22 PM UTC-6, Michael wrote:
Sounds like you had a wonderful ride. What were the temps like? Looked
James, your bike looks great. I'm a big fan of Newbaum's tape. I need
to wrap my Albatross bars at some point, most likely the next rainy
day. I've got some Bosco bars on order for my Big Dummy and I'll
definitely be wrapping those with Newbaum's. I'll likely try double
layers or one layer of
Bob, your QB looks great. I used to have a QB and I regret not setting
it up with Albatross bars. Who knows, I may have kept it. I'm really
becoming a big fan of upright bars as most of my riding lately has
been shorter distances at a leisurely pace. My Cross Check which is
singlespeed and used
Just got my Atlantis and my wife's Betty and her Atlantis back from paint.
Craig Ryan of Foresta frames did a great job. If you are in Indiana or near
by and need a painter, Craig is a great choice.
http://www.forestaframes.com/Site/Foresta_Frames.html
And those of us on Instagram got to watch the progress!
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(That's pendo', not pendejo).
My trusty digital luggage scale now tells me that the Fargo, sans luggage
and repair kit, is a svelte 31.58 lb with the Kojak wheelset. To make up
for that, I carried 44 lb of groceries home just now.
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I rodw with Bill for a short stretch. The wind on the way to Marshall was
like a wall. Here are some pictures from the ride:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/franklyn/sets/72157632620754895/
Franklyn
On Sunday, January 27, 2013 8:53:42 AM UTC-8, William wrote:
For the most part my sandbagging
Bob,
My QB came with moustache bars and i loved them, felt very responsive in
traffic and could climb like crazy, figured i would go back to them after
putting on some alba bars, but dang if those alba didn't win me over, can
get similiar jack-rabbit acceleration with the albas and can lean
That is one extremely pretty, green Atlantis!
Patrick envious Moore
Patrick Moore
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On Jan 27, 2013, at 1:11 PM, shawn shawn.adki...@yahoo.com wrote:
Just got my Atlantis and my wife's Betty and her Atlantis back from paint.
Craig Ryan of Foresta frames did a great job. If you are in
Love that red betty, gorgeous color. The atlantis is pretty too, that green
is unique.
On Jan 27, 2013 4:56 PM, Bertin753 bertin...@gmail.com wrote:
That is one extremely pretty, green Atlantis!
Patrick envious Moore
Patrick Moore
iPhone
On Jan 27, 2013, at 1:11 PM, shawn
Beautiful pictures.
I wish I would have driven up there for the ride but I didn't see it
until a couple days before. Maybe next year.
I think the guy in the San Diego jersey at the start was at the SD 200
last week.
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It only took a broken right shifter and tons of headwind to help me realize
it.
The sense of camaraderie is hard to explain when it comes to a randonneur
event.
Cycling as much as it's an individual sport there's a sense of teamwork and
hardship that you share with the the same people you see
All the bikes look Great the matching Atlantis's look fantastic too..
I'll have to show Dawn and tell her that me finding a 68 Atlantis so we can
match is even more important.. :) Can't show her the gorgeous red Betty
though or she'll have me repainting hers .. :)
Can't wait to see them
Kelly,
Thanks the bikes turned out great, we couldn't be happier. I am working on
the Betty first, right now the Longboard fenders are giving me fits, ugh. I
think you and Dawn having matching Atlantis's is great idea as well, I will
keep my idea out for you.
On Sunday, January 27, 2013
Thanks, the green is in between the Hunq green and the old Sam green. The
painter is an art teacher and has a great eye for colors.
On Sunday, January 27, 2013 5:06:52 PM UTC-5, Peter M wrote:
Love that red betty, gorgeous color. The atlantis is pretty too, that
green is unique.
On Jan
The Ram looks great. How do you like the Supernova light compared to the
Edelux? I am was going to order the Edelux tomorrow, but would to hear your
thoughts on the two lights. Thanks in advance.
On Saturday, January 26, 2013 11:18:53 PM UTC-5, Kelly wrote:
Well aside from missing my
On Sunday, January 27, 2013 7:10:36 PM UTC-6, shawn wrote:
The Ram looks great. How do you like the Supernova light compared to the
Edelux? I am was going to order the Edelux tomorrow, but would to hear your
thoughts on the two lights. Thanks in advance.
Actually had I purchased it from
Looks great!
Toshi
On Sat, Jan 26, 2013 at 8:18 PM, Kelly tkslee...@gmail.com wrote:
Well aside from missing my kickstand, larger bags, and not disliking but
planning on changing handle bar tape or brake levers... The Rambouillet far
exceeded expectations on a hilly and winding route.
Wonder if anyone on the lists has a suggestion. A local rider needs a new
fork for his steel non-shock absorber frame MTB. It's actually used as a
heavy duty road hauler, but that's another story. Needs to be threaded, old
school. I suggested he try Surly. The Riv forks are 700 iirc. Other ideas?
I think the only 1 threaded fork with canti mounts for 26 bikes
still made is by Dimension:
http://www.amazon.com/Dimension-26-Mountain-Fork/dp/B003UW7Z26/ref=pd_sim_sbs_sg_1
But you can also find them on ebay for not too much.
jim m
wc ca
On Sun, Jan 27, 2013 at 5:55 PM, Bruce Herbitter
Oddly enough, I'm nearly positive that Dimension makes threaded MTB forks
still. Should be able to order them at any LBS, inexpensive as well.
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Follow up: Looks like Tree Fort carries them and they're only $50
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Yes, I'm suspecting the same. The m-bars are moving to Hilo next time I go and
once there will probably be there until that bike moves back to Honolulu (which
may be a while).
Of course I have a set Boscos here as well I'd planned to put on
something….might need a new bike for that. :-)
Thanks Kelly, just the kind of info I was looking for. I will order the
Edelux tomorrow.
On Sunday, January 27, 2013 8:25:26 PM UTC-5, Kelly wrote:
On Sunday, January 27, 2013 7:10:36 PM UTC-6, shawn wrote:
The Ram looks great. How do you like the Supernova light compared to the
Edelux?
Thanks, I've passed this one along
On Sun, Jan 27, 2013 at 8:15 PM, Jim Mather mather...@gmail.com wrote:
I think the only 1 threaded fork with canti mounts for 26 bikes
still made is by Dimension:
http://www.amazon.com/Dimension-26-Mountain-Fork/dp/B003UW7Z26/ref=pd_sim_sbs_sg_1
But you
You are one tough man, Manny!
I love reading about these logistical things for rides because it will help
me to just keep riding if I run into difficulty, and not just give up right
off the bat.
Great to see what can be done with sneakers and a broken shift lever with
the right frame of
Great adventure and story!
On Sun, Jan 27, 2013 at 7:08 PM, Michael john11.2...@gmail.com wrote:
You are one tough man, Manny!
I love reading about these logistical things for rides because it will
help me to just keep riding if I run into difficulty, and not just give up
right off the
This got posted via a popular social networking site, and since I don't
need to spend money I don't have, someone else is going to have to buy this
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http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/bik/3576068455.html
Orange Rivendell Quickbeam 58cm - $1400 (mission district)
One out of the hundred
Any out there with opinions on the Browns? Either green or blue? I
currently ride Panaracer Pasella 35C's and like them very much, but I don't
have all that many miles left on them, and since Riv is running a 10%
discount until Feb. on the Browns, thought i might give them a try.
I ride
Just a beautiful build, really amazing Blue.
Hugh
Sunland, Ca
On Saturday, January 26, 2013 11:41:30 PM UTC-8, Eric wrote:
...you get this:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/62732254@N02/8419534948/in/pool-rivendell
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Really great photographs! You documented the ride very well. Some day I'll
do the Pt Reyes 200K.
On Saturday, January 26, 2013 9:36:57 PM UTC-8, Eric Norris wrote:
Sorry, no captions yet, but here are photos from today's Pt Reyes 200K.
Highlights of the ride included meeting Manny Acosta
Well after an excruciatingly long process, selling bikes, wheel sets and
making the decision which Rivendell bicycle to go with, color, parts… I
finally rode my new steed…oh yeah I did my usual over tightening and broke
the seat tube binder bolt. No problem rode down to Santa Barbara’s
Manny a Lesser cyclist would have called it a day, you forged ahead, good
job!
On Sunday, January 27, 2013 3:20:00 PM UTC-8, Manuel Acosta wrote:
It only took a broken right shifter and tons of headwind to help me
realize it.
The sense of camaraderie is hard to explain when it comes to a
You can also still find quite a few on eBay, both the new Dimension ones and
old/NOS ones as well.
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I second the appeal to Riv to remake those stems, but with a much longer
quill. I do think that, if you are going to raise a bar high above the
steerer, the extension ought to have a positive angle, and the Ritchey
splits the difference between a 7 and an upjutter. And, the Ritchey is
simply a
I think there have been a number of threads on the Jack Browns, which
should all be searchable via the archives. I know I've expounded on their
quality many, many times. Hate to rehash all of that here for folks who
have sat through my natterings in the past.
Short version: Greens for me.
I dunno Manny three in back + three in front = 9 in my math.
;^)
Congrats on a great ride! Jealous not to be out there.
- Jim / cyclofiend.com
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Thanks guys,
The setting was gorgeous indeed and the light at the time of day makes for
great shots.
As much as I found the ride fantastic, a mixte frame comes first on my wish
list.
o
On Sun, Jan 27, 2013 at 10:20 AM, Jim Mather mather...@gmail.com wrote:
On Sun, Jan 27, 2013 at 9:41 AM,
This afternoon, four mad-rad RBW list members got together for a bar taping
fest in a Seattle garage (yes, it was raining). Amazingly, all members
arrived on their bikes and carrying nothing more than bar tape, and the
willingness to be made a fool of by cotton tape, they learned the fine art
of
Nice. That's such a cool ride. Looks like you put a ton of thought into the
build. Was that writing on the top of the box handwritten? That's awesome and a
great personal touch.
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My only regret is that I didn't get a photo of Manny ...
On Jan 27, 2013, at 2:46 PM, hsmitham hughsmit...@gmail.com wrote:
Really great photographs! You documented the ride very well. Some day I'll do
the Pt Reyes 200K.
On Saturday, January 26, 2013 9:36:57 PM UTC-8, Eric Norris wrote:
Love the photos ... Especially the arriving box .. Beings back all the great
memories. The build looks gorgeous and the cable housings are to die for.
Just over all a ver sweet ride!
Congrats
Kelly
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Those are some awesome wraps! When are you coming to San Francisco?
Congratulations to all the artists and the master teacher!!!
René
On Sunday, January 27, 2013, Brian Hanson wrote:
This afternoon, four mad-rad RBW list members got together for a bar
taping fest in a Seattle garage (yes, it
Congratulations on such a lovely setup. That bike looks amazing. What are
those white tires? Are you going to get them dirty?
Enjoy!!!
René
On Sunday, January 27, 2013, hsmitham wrote:
Well after an excruciatingly long process, selling bikes, wheel sets and
making the decision which
Very sorry I missed this. Wraps look great, but more importantly - looks
like you all had a great time.
Great job fellas!
Cheers,
Alex
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When I saw chickens in the write up I didn't think real chickens in the
literal sense! Looks good.
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I don't usually turn out well in photos. It's ironic actually. I like being
one taking shots but I'm pretty awkward.
On Sunday, January 27, 2013 8:23:12 PM UTC-8, Eric Norris wrote:
My only regret is that I didn't get a photo of Manny ...
On Jan 27, 2013, at 2:46 PM, hsmitham
It was a fun way to spend a crappy afternoon. Thanks to Rob for
hosting, Brian for teaching, and Bruce for his guidance...I'm still
not exactly sure what I was doing but it came out looking good.
Rob M.
On Jan 27, 8:52 pm, Manuel Acosta manueljohnaco...@hotmail.com
wrote:
When I saw chickens
Selling some stuff to buy some stuff (isn't that a familiar story?), most
of which is Riv, some is Riv-y, and one is not even slightly Riv. I'd be
open to trades, especially for a Saddlesack Small or comparably sized
saddlebag.
Here's the album http://imgur.com/a/IauVu#0
Trunksack Small,
I love 'em. They offer a nice advantage in that you can get a Blue to
protect your back wheel (where I get most flats), and put a nice light
Green on the front. Good timing as I just did a short write up on these
tires:
Love it - traveling wrap demos. I get down there once a year. I'll let
you know, Rene - perhaps you could host one? Of course now the Robs and
Bruce are ready to teach :)
Brian
On Sun, Jan 27, 2013 at 8:30 PM, René Sterental orthie...@gmail.com wrote:
Those are some awesome wraps! When are
Wow! Those are a pair of beauties! Nice color choices and execution.
Can't wait to see them built up!
Brian
Seattle, WA
On Sun, Jan 27, 2013 at 5:04 PM, shawn shawn.adki...@yahoo.com wrote:
Thanks, the green is in between the Hunq green and the old Sam green. The
painter is an art teacher
Greens are Great! Get 'em!
On Sun, Jan 27, 2013 at 9:08 PM, Brian Hanson stone...@gmail.com wrote:
I love 'em. They offer a nice advantage in that you can get a Blue to
protect your back wheel (where I get most flats), and put a nice light
Green on the front. Good timing as I just did a
Yes. Get them.
On Jan 27, 2013, at 10:10 PM, cyclotourist wrote:
Greens are Great! Get 'em!
On Sun, Jan 27, 2013 at 9:08 PM, Brian Hanson stone...@gmail.com wrote:
I love 'em. They offer a nice advantage in that you can get a Blue to
protect your back wheel (where I get most flats),
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