[RBW] Re: Ride report: Wasco County Country Ramble / coffee break

2013-10-13 Thread Coconutbill
Hope to join you guys for the next one. looks like this was a spectacular ride. -Evan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

Re: [RBW] Ride report: Wasco County Country Ramble / coffee break

2013-10-13 Thread Christopher Chen
I was lucky enough to make it to this ride! Attendants I know by name (and are on this list) include Andy, Shawn, Tommy, and Zack. First of all, I'm astounded at my luck at finding such a great group of pals. Aaron is a fantastic ride leader, and it was great to see him since his move out to The

[RBW] Re: Dyno - SP Dynamo Hub

2013-10-13 Thread IanA
It does: - IDC has them, but you might need to send them an email first to make sure you're getting the right one. http://www.ebay.com/itm/SP-hub-dynamo-dynohub-PV-8-24-28-and-36h-The-most-efficient-and-lightest-/281175032810?pt=US_Hubshash=item41775683ea On Saturday, October 12, 2013 9:30:10

[RBW] Re: Tektro brake setup

2013-10-13 Thread Michael Hechmer
the 720 cantis http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/brc1.htm On Saturday, October 12, 2013 8:10:43 PM UTC-4, Michael wrote: What kinda Tektro's? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] Re: Tektro brake setup

2013-10-13 Thread Garth
I tried the 720's on my Bombadil and had no problem setting them up in a jiffy. there is nothing wrong with the brakes themselves, it's only the stock hanger that is worthless. Just use a regular ol' hanger, the basic ones . If you don't have one handy, any bike shop worthy of being called

[RBW] Re: Need low-down on dyno hubs/lights please.

2013-10-13 Thread ascpgh
Michael: Nothing is free; energy to run a light comes at a cost and just as the stiffest frame may not be the best one, the brightest light may not be best one either. I have a SON hub and LUXOS B light on my commuter. 800 Lumens? No, but putting what you have where it is needed and

Re: [RBW] Wooden Fenders for Atlantis - photos / suggestions

2013-10-13 Thread Alex Zeibot
I second Bill's recent comments; did not have positive experience with them. They are also high maintenance for you will need to apply a coat or two of polyurethane once in a while. Here in Minnesota, I had to apply few more times than normally. By the way, they were custom made Woody fenders

RE: [RBW] Wooden Fenders for Atlantis - photos / suggestions

2013-10-13 Thread Allingham II, Thomas J
I agree with most of Bill's observations, but not necessarily his conclusion, about wood fenders. In the right application, I like 'em. The flat ones do a lousy job as fenders, letting any real water spray out to the sides. This is a relative statement; it's true that the flat wooden fenders

[RBW] Re: Need low-down on dyno hubs/lights please.

2013-10-13 Thread Montclair BobbyB
Good point, Andy. I have yet to read conclusive evidence to prove one hub or light is clearly best. But I think it's safe to say any decent hub generator / LED light combo is a wonderful thing, and will instantly (and greatly) enhance the riding experience by extending the hours and places

[RBW] Re: Wooden Fenders for Atlantis - photos / suggestions

2013-10-13 Thread Ron Mc
My buddy dressed his Dahon in copper trim - went so far as having the pedal cages plated. He bought copper fenders from Denmark that were thin flat bar, shape-your-own simple bend. Came out really nice and remind me in appearance of the simple bend wooden fenders, though slightly thinner.

[RBW] Re: The Mysteries of Bike Assembly

2013-10-13 Thread Ron Mc
Thicker cables are more apt to fail at the shifter drum than thinner cables. The most damaging things that happen to cables are always the clamp screws. On Saturday, October 12, 2013 3:54:24 PM UTC-5, Michael Hechmer wrote: Good thought only this bike, and the bike where the derailler

[RBW] Re: Ride report: Wasco County Country Ramble / coffee break

2013-10-13 Thread Andy Smitty Schmidt
We'd love to have you, CB. The ride and company were grand. Mostly Rivs and Surlys but we had one Nishiki Safari from 1972 along. The only mechanicals were that the 40 year old leather straps on the Nishiki's panniers weren't up for the constant jostling of miles on gravel. They were

[RBW] Re: Thank you for the photos (AKA vicarious rides)

2013-10-13 Thread Andy Smitty Schmidt
Me to... I love to see where/how all y'all ride. Keep the pics coming. --Smitty -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Re: Tektro brake setup

2013-10-13 Thread Tony DeFilippo
I haven't worked with the Paul brakes though they look great. I put the 720's on my MB5 and recently transferred them to my Atlantis... The double screw is a bit of a pain and my brakes aren't currently centered right but they do so the bike and feel very good. Given the price difference and

Re: [RBW] Thank you for the photos (AKA vicarious rides)

2013-10-13 Thread Deacon Patrick
Thanks, Bob. I got out this morning for a wondrous 4 mile ride through golden aspen lined mountain road, a wee run, and pipe. It sure feels good to get out again! It's a funny thing, looking through everyone's trip photos not having memory -- I remember your trips as well as I remember mine!

[RBW] Re: Ride report: Wasco County Country Ramble / coffee break

2013-10-13 Thread Deacon Patrick
Fantastic! With abandon, Patrick -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send

[RBW] Re: FS: An absurd amount of Riv stuff in SF Bay Area

2013-10-13 Thread rcnute
A man of great taste! I like the look of those Atlantii a lot. Good luck. Ryan On Saturday, October 12, 2013 10:04:39 PM UTC-7, jose wrote: I'm moving to a place with minimal space for my raging bike habit, and now I must clean out the absurd amount of stuff I've amassed over the years,

[RBW] Re: Thank you for the photos (AKA vicarious rides)

2013-10-13 Thread Michael
Hi Patrick, Hope you can get back in the saddle soon. Hope everything is ok. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Re: Stolen Romulus In Sacramento?

2013-10-13 Thread Michael
stolen Romulus = time for new Hilsen!! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this

[RBW] Re: Thank you for the photos (AKA vicarious rides)

2013-10-13 Thread hsmitham
Dbl Ditto :-) ~Hugh On Friday, October 11, 2013 7:45:21 PM UTC-7, Manuel Acosta wrote: Ditto. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Rambouillet or San Marcos

2013-10-13 Thread SeanMac
Hi everyone, I am searching for a new bike. I currently have a go-fast(ish) bike, a Bob Brown custom, which can fit a tire no larger than 23 X 700. I also have a Trek 520 Touring bike from the early 1990s. I am searching for a bike to fit between these two models. Years ago I nearly

[RBW] Re: Thank you for the photos (AKA vicarious rides)

2013-10-13 Thread Deacon Patrick
Thanks, Michael. It's simply life with a bludgeoned brain. It's normal (for me). Back in the saddle today, so hopefully immune to all things that mess me up. Grin. With abandon, Patrick On Sunday, October 13, 2013 11:48:53 AM UTC-6, Michael wrote: Hi Patrick, Hope you can get back in the

[RBW] FS: Ortlieb Packer Plus Panniers.

2013-10-13 Thread Patrick Moore
1. Pair Red Ortlieb Bike Packer Plus panniers WITH add on rear compartments, $125/pair shipped CONUS. These are the model with the waterproof vinyl interior lining. Or trade for a pair of the Roller model, Plus or not. They are in good condition, having been used only for about town errands.

Re: [RBW] Re: Thank you for the photos (AKA vicarious rides)

2013-10-13 Thread Christopher Chen
Hooray! On Sun, Oct 13, 2013 at 11:57 AM, Deacon Patrick lamontg...@mac.com wrote: Thanks, Michael. It's simply life with a bludgeoned brain. It's normal (for me). Back in the saddle today, so hopefully immune to all things that mess me up. Grin. With abandon, Patrick On Sunday,

Re: [RBW] Rambouillet or San Marcos

2013-10-13 Thread Patrick Moore
Wouldn't the Ram be a 2000--2500 dollar frame if still made and sold today? I would immediately choose a nice condition Ram, as I was lucky to do a year ago. At any rate, it's a very classy bike and in my garage fits a niche very like that you are trying to fill. On Sun, Oct 13, 2013 at 12:52

[RBW] Re: Rambouillet or San Marcos

2013-10-13 Thread Bill Lindsay
either should be great. the tiebreaker should probably how you want it to fit. Rambu has a nearly level top tube and the san marcos has a lot of upslope. another tiebreaker may come if you are in a size that would mean different wheelsizes between the two. finally there's just how

Re: [RBW] Re: Rambouillet or San Marcos

2013-10-13 Thread cyclotourist
I would say Ram, as I'm a Riv fanboy, not a SOMA one. Ram's are getting fewer and further in between, I'd get one if you see one in your size (don't settle for a poor fitting bike!). On 10/13/13, Bill Lindsay tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: either should be great. the tiebreaker should probably how

[RBW] Re: Wooden Fenders for Atlantis - photos / suggestions

2013-10-13 Thread BSWP
My father made me some flat redwood fenders, three-ply laminate from thin strips he cut on a bandsaw. I'll be installing them for this coming rainy season. One thing I intend to do, just a crazy idea, is scrape/carve a shallow groove on the inside face, just in from the edge of the fenders, on

[RBW] Re: Thank you for the photos (AKA vicarious rides)

2013-10-13 Thread Deacon Patrick
Sharing the love, here are a few of the aspen that greeted me: http://www.flickr.com/photos/32311885@N07/10254043375/ With abandon, Patrick -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

[RBW] Rambouillet or San Marcos

2013-10-13 Thread bo richardson
having two Rambouillets at present and anAtlantis and having had an AHH I sold in favor of the Rambouillet, I come down hard on the side of rhe Rambouillet. My brother has a Rambouillet which he bought before i bought mine. I bought mine on the basis of having ridden his. No regrets Self

Re: [RBW] Re: Speaking of Off-Pavent Rides... Come to Redlands this Spring!

2013-10-13 Thread cyclotourist
I've created a flickr group to highlight the best the route has to offer: http://www.flickr.com/groups/redlands-strada-rossa/ But even the less-photogenic portions of the route are still pretty darn nice! And you should subscribe to the blog via email, just to stay on the cutting edge of info!

[RBW] Re: Ride report: Wasco County Country Ramble / coffee break

2013-10-13 Thread Shawn Granton
Yes, to all of the above. A great ride yesterday. Thanks, everyone, especially Aaron, for making it happen! Finally got my photos sorted, tagged, uploaded, and all that biz. http://www.flickr.com/photos/urbanadventureleaguepdx/sets/72157636502704955/ Should have a ride report via blog in the

Re: [RBW] Re: Schwalbe Land Cruiser HS 307

2013-10-13 Thread dougP
The current rear tire on my Atlantis is a 700 x 45 Marathon Touring Plus, which weighs in at 1,070 grams of solid German (actually Indonesian) rubber steel. I've got my order in at Ocean Air for a pair of the new Soma C-line 700 x 38s look forward to their arrival. Meanwhile, I'll take my

Re: [RBW] Rambouillet or San Marcos

2013-10-13 Thread Sean McAtee
Thanks for all of your responses. I must admit, I'm not terribly shocked that the Rambo is considered the way for me to go. Bo, I'm really intrigued by all that you said. What made you sell the AHH in favor of a Rambo? I'm curious because another option that I have considered is saving up my

Re: [RBW] Rambouillet or San Marcos

2013-10-13 Thread Eric Daume
At your size, I think all the San Marcos frames are double top tubers. That makes the decision for a Ram easy for me. On Sun, Oct 13, 2013 at 4:29 PM, Sean McAtee seanm...@gmail.com wrote: Thanks for all of your responses. I must admit, I'm not terribly shocked that the Rambo is considered

Re: [RBW] Rambouillet or San Marcos

2013-10-13 Thread cyclotourist
Here's a 58cm looking for a new home: http://www.ebay.com/itm/331040514123 On 10/13/13, Eric Daume ericda...@gmail.com wrote: At your size, I think all the San Marcos frames are double top tubers. That makes the decision for a Ram easy for me. On Sun, Oct 13, 2013 at 4:29 PM, Sean McAtee

Re: [RBW] Rambouillet or San Marcos

2013-10-13 Thread Sean McAtee
I tend to agree, Eric. Still not sure if a 58 Rambo is the right size for me. When I got fit for my Bob Brown custom, by a local guy using the Serotta system, I ended up with a bike that measures 56.2 to the center of the seat tube at a top tube length of 54. This bike is great for rides up to

Re: [RBW] Rambouillet or San Marcos

2013-10-13 Thread Sean McAtee
I've had my eye on that since it was listed. It has already cost me several hours of research on the internet! Sean On Sun, Oct 13, 2013 at 4:38 PM, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.comwrote: Here's a 58cm looking for a new home: http://www.ebay.com/itm/331040514123 On 10/13/13, Eric Daume

[RBW] Re: Ride report: Wasco County Country Ramble / coffee break

2013-10-13 Thread stonehog
Aaron - looks like a great ride! So sad to have missed this one. I was down that way a month ago for a camping trip, and the country surrounding The Dalles is gorgeous! Brian Seattle, WA On Saturday, October 12, 2013 9:40:31 PM UTC-7, AaronY wrote: Hey gang, A group of 9 met at my

[RBW] Re: FS: VO Rando frame and assorted parts

2013-10-13 Thread Sky Coulter
Hi Steve, I'd love to see some photos of the rando frameset. I'm trying to convince myself that another build makes complete sense. thanks, Sky On Saturday, October 12, 2013 3:42:51 PM UTC-7, SJB wrote: My riding is taking me down a different path, hence I have several items from a VO

[RBW] Re: Off pavement riding

2013-10-13 Thread Bartthebikeman
I don't believe there is any penalty at all. Based on my experience on the road I'd be surprised if any tyres at all rolled faster than FF on dirt/gravel... On Saturday, October 12, 2013 12:20:51 AM UTC+1, Patrick Moore wrote: ...Why settle for nasty, skinny 40-somethings when you can ride

Re: [RBW] 60cm Wilbury on the Bay - Original Rivendell Mixte

2013-10-13 Thread Curtis McKenzie
A well directed post. Maybe with a great deal of time, effort and expense such a bicycle would be some what ready to ride by March 15 2014. Curtis Redlands McKenzie On Saturday, October 12, 2013, cyclotourist wrote: Yes, a very old antique bike, bound to have lots of issues. Probably rusted

[RBW] Re: Need low-down on dyno hubs/lights please.

2013-10-13 Thread samwell187
I've used two different hubs. The first was a SRAM iLight 3W system that was great, powerful, cheap, and completely undetectable as far as drag or shudder. The second (my current one) is a Shimano DH3N72 -- marginally more expensive, no difference I can tell in power output, but more shuddery

[RBW] Re: Off-pavement riding

2013-10-13 Thread Daniel D.
Dude I've been riding fixed since '83! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group,

Re: [RBW] Rambouillet or San Marcos

2013-10-13 Thread Ken Mattina
Never is a word I seldom use, but I would never buy a bike with a double top tube. Well if I was 7 feet tall maybe. On Sun, Oct 13, 2013 at 1:34 PM, Eric Daume ericda...@gmail.com wrote: At your size, I think all the San Marcos frames are double top tubers. That makes the decision for a Ram

Re: [RBW] 60cm Wilbury on the Bay - Original Rivendell Mixte

2013-10-13 Thread cyclotourist
I don't know, that's not much time considering how much work would be involved!!! On 10/12/13, Curtis McKenzie cmcy...@gmail.com wrote: A well directed post. Maybe with a great deal of time, effort and expense such a bicycle would be some what ready to ride by March 15 2014. Curtis Redlands

Re: [RBW] Rambouillet or San Marcos

2013-10-13 Thread cyclotourist
It's one of three really nice Rivendells fs at the moment. That blue Ram sure is pretty though! On 10/13/13, Sean McAtee seanm...@gmail.com wrote: I've had my eye on that since it was listed. It has already cost me several hours of research on the internet! Sean On Sun, Oct 13, 2013 at

Re: [RBW] Rambouillet or San Marcos

2013-10-13 Thread Big Paulie
I'm going to break with the other posters, and go with the San Marcos. I'm 5'10'' with an 86.5 PBH, as measured by Grant. The 54 San Marcos fits me perfectly, with an 11cm stem. I've owned both the Rambouillet and the San Marcos, and I find the San Marcos to be a better handling bike, when

Re: [RBW] Rambouillet or San Marcos

2013-10-13 Thread Dave Johnston
I have a 56cm Rambouillet and a 57 Bleriot and the Ram languishes while the Bleriot gets ridden. I love the ride and handling that the 38mm Parimoto 650b tires gives the Bleriot. The Ruffy Tuffy 28mm tires on the Ram just feel harsh and no faster to me. Also almost all of my rides involves some

Re: [RBW] Rambouillet or San Marcos

2013-10-13 Thread Kieran J
I'm on a tall Ram with the Jack Brown Greens, and the ride is fabulous. I use a small saddlebag, and sometimes add a Loafer bag on the Mark's Rack. I would recommend 700x30 or 32 (or 33.33) with the Ram, as long as you are not planning on fenders. With Berthoud fenders, I struggled to fit

[RBW] PDX Sunrise Coffee Club Tomorrow

2013-10-13 Thread Christopher Chen
Reminder: Sunrise Coffee Club PDX tomorrow, dep Vera Katz statue 6:45, or meet us, Mt Tabor Summit, sunrise 7:26. #coffeeoutside #justride I'll have coffee kit, and I should have enough beans, water, and fuel for a few people. cc -- I want the kind of six pack you can't drink. -- Micah --

Re: [RBW] Rambouillet or San Marcos

2013-10-13 Thread cyclotourist
Jack Browns, GB Cypres, or Challenge Eroica all do great on hard-pack dirt. None have slowed me down. On 10/13/13, Kieran J kjo...@gmail.com wrote: I'm on a tall Ram with the Jack Brown Greens, and the ride is fabulous. I use a small saddlebag, and sometimes add a Loafer bag on the Mark's Rack.

Re: [RBW] Rambouillet or San Marcos

2013-10-13 Thread Sean McAtee
I do appreciate all of the comments. I don't anticipate riding much on dirt - more long rides on the road. I am looking for some help with sizing - especially sizing a Rambouillet. Whenever I measure my PBH I end up somewhere between 86 and 87 (I'm about 5 foot 11). I'm not sure whether I would

Re: [RBW] Rambouillet or San Marcos

2013-10-13 Thread Steve Palincsar
On 10/13/2013 06:29 PM, Sean McAtee wrote: I do appreciate all of the comments. I don't anticipate riding much on dirt - more long rides on the road. I am looking for some help with sizing - especially sizing a Rambouillet. Whenever I measure my PBH I end up somewhere between 86 and 87

Re: [RBW] Rambouillet or San Marcos

2013-10-13 Thread Patrick Moore
I don't know from my PBH, but I am 5'10 with a looong torso and fit a 58 Ram just fine with 9 cm stem holding 42 cm Noodles (have sweepback) 1-1/2-to-2 cm below saddle. If I were taller, I'd consider a 60, though only if my arms were longer, too, since my size 33 sleeves don't like ttt's much

Re: [RBW] Rambouillet or San Marcos

2013-10-13 Thread Dan McNamara
I have a PBH of 84.5 and can ride my 58 Ram comfortably. I am 5'9. The stem is 6cm and there is about 9cm of seatpost showing (side of tube to rail). Seems like a 60 Ram would be a better bet. Just double checked the brochure and the 60 was recommended for PBH 87-89 and heights of 5'9-6'1.

[RBW] Re: Tektro brake setup

2013-10-13 Thread Kieran J
Haven't had any troubles with them. As others have noted, I used a different hanger and Avid Tri-dangle straddles as opposed to the stock ones, as I found the small hex cable bolts easier to manage than the wrench bolts. The brakes themselves are pretty good, geometrically, aesthetically and

Re: [RBW] Rambouillet or San Marcos

2013-10-13 Thread Steve Palincsar
On 10/13/2013 06:56 PM, Dan McNamara wrote: I have a PBH of 84.5 and can ride my 58 Ram comfortably. I am 5'9. The stem is 6cm and there is about 9cm of seatpost showing (side of tube to rail). Seems like a 60 Ram would be a better bet. Just double checked the brochure and the 60 was

[RBW] Re: Thank you for the photos (AKA vicarious rides)

2013-10-13 Thread Christian
Speaking of pics: I just posted some of yesterday's wet and long ride. First time on the Maxxis 2.1 Crossmarks. GREAT tires for wet and muddy riding as well as pavement--and they only cost me $2 at a swap. They fit the Hunq really well with room to spare. Recommended. Happy riding.

Re: [RBW] Rambouillet or San Marcos

2013-10-13 Thread Sean McAtee
Steve, thanks for the link to the geometry chart. Dan, I appreciate your input also. The way that I read the chart and Dan's comments, I am probably best on a 60. However, I don't know whether I am better off being a bit big for a 58 or at the smallish end of a 60. The 58 Rambo currently

Re: [RBW] Rambouillet or San Marcos

2013-10-13 Thread cyclotourist
Sean, do you like bars at/above/below seat height? As long as it's below or at, the smaller size should be fine. Then at worst you'll have an extra 2cm of seat post and stem showing, along w/ a 2cm longer stem. Everything else would be pretty much the same. If the 58cm ends up being a bit too

Re: [RBW] Re: Thank you for the photos (AKA vicarious rides)

2013-10-13 Thread cyclotourist
Christian, is that a 54cm Hunq? It looks like you're using it as intended! On 10/13/13, Christian christian.w.mcmil...@gmail.com wrote: Speaking of pics: I just posted some of yesterday's wet and long ride. First time on the Maxxis 2.1 Crossmarks. GREAT tires for wet and muddy riding as well

Re: [RBW] Rambouillet or San Marcos

2013-10-13 Thread Sean McAtee
I appreciate your $.02. The bike that I normally ride has the bars a few cm below the saddle. This is probably one of the causes of the numbness that I have been having in my hands on longer rides. I was just looking at the geometry charts. My current bike has a top tube of 54 - the top tube

Re: [RBW] Rambouillet or San Marcos

2013-10-13 Thread Patrick Moore
Before all else, you need to know what makes good setup for your body and riding style. Peter Jon White has some good thoughts on bike setup, here: http://www.peterwhitecycles.com/fitting.htm . All elements of body type, condition, riding style, frame geometry work together, and you can't make a

Re: [RBW] Re: Thank you for the photos (AKA vicarious rides)

2013-10-13 Thread Christian
Yes, it's a 54. Set up now as a 29er. It's a beefy bike! On Sunday, October 13, 2013 7:29:50 PM UTC-4, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: Christian, is that a 54cm Hunq? It looks like you're using it as intended! On 10/13/13, Christian christian@gmail.com javascript: wrote: Speaking of

[RBW] new tires for my Hunqapillar: 2.1x29 Maxxis Crossmark

2013-10-13 Thread Christian
Hi All, I posted this in another thread, but in the event that not everyone reads every reply to every thread I thought I'd post a new thread as everyone does like to hear about tires--or I do anyway. Speaking of pics: I just posted some of yesterday's wet and long ride. First time on the

Re: [RBW] Rambouillet or San Marcos

2013-10-13 Thread cyclotourist
The head tube is _probably_ longer, so that'll let you raise them up a bit, at least to saddle height. On 10/13/13, Sean McAtee seanm...@gmail.com wrote: I appreciate your $.02. The bike that I normally ride has the bars a few cm below the saddle. This is probably one of the causes of the

[RBW] Re: Ride report: Wasco County Country Ramble / coffee break

2013-10-13 Thread Zack
Was truly an amazing day. Thanks to Aaron for scouting and hosting. Also kudos to Andy, Chris, Shawn, and Tommy for photos which prove it happened. What a blast! The ride was challenging but not overwhelming, and there was an abundance of natural beauty to drink in throughout the day. It

[RBW] Re: Ride report: Wasco County Country Ramble / coffee break

2013-10-13 Thread Aaron Young
Brian, It was a great ride. I hope you can make it to the next Wasco county ride. -Aaron The Dalles, OR On Sunday, October 13, 2013, stonehog wrote: Aaron - looks like a great ride! So sad to have missed this one. I was down that way a month ago for a camping trip, and the country

[RBW] Re: Tektro brake setup

2013-10-13 Thread Michael Hechmer
When you say you haven't had any trouble, do you mean the brakes self centered or you found a simple work around? What is it? I started with their hanger and then tossed it out and bought a Paul's moon unit. Same result - one brake rubs while the other sits far away. Putting one spring in

[RBW] Re: Rambouillet or San Marcos

2013-10-13 Thread Kieran J
Sounds like you need that 58 from eBay. She is a beauty :-) KJ On Sunday, October 13, 2013 2:52:01 PM UTC-4, SeanMac wrote: Hi everyone, I am searching for a new bike. I currently have a go-fast(ish) bike, a Bob Brown custom, which can fit a tire no larger than 23 X 700. I also have

Re: [RBW] Rambouillet or San Marcos

2013-10-13 Thread Nick Worthington
For what it's worth, I have an 87 PBH, and ride a 61 ROMulus. Not an exact 1-1 match, but very similar. Rides really nice with GB Cypress, and just fits VO hammered fenders. Nick On Sunday, October 13, 2013 4:21:33 PM UTC-7, SeanMac wrote: Steve, thanks for the link to the geometry

Re: [RBW] Re: Ride report: Wasco County Country Ramble / coffee break

2013-10-13 Thread Christopher Chen
Brian, you're always welcome, but first you'll have to decide what bike to ride. :) cc On Sun, Oct 13, 2013 at 1:43 PM, stonehog stone...@gmail.com wrote: Aaron - looks like a great ride! So sad to have missed this one. I was down that way a month ago for a camping trip, and the country

[RBW] Re: Rambouillet or San Marcos

2013-10-13 Thread joe kelly
hi i think that it would be better to get the san marcos. given that you buy it from rivendell directly, your helping them stay in business. it can run fatter tires with fenders than the rambouillet too. all the qualities that the ram has in regards to resale, handling, beauty,etc. apply

Re: [RBW] Re: Thank you for the photos (AKA vicarious rides)

2013-10-13 Thread cyclotourist
I've considered just such a build!!! What is your saddle height if I may be so bold? On 10/13/13, Christian christian.w.mcmil...@gmail.com wrote: Yes, it's a 54. Set up now as a 29er. It's a beefy bike! On Sunday, October 13, 2013 7:29:50 PM UTC-4, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: Christian, is

[RBW] Re: Tektro brake setup

2013-10-13 Thread Garth
In using the regular ol' cheap straddle carriers, I've always found a nudge to the left or right works just fine and it stays in place , without the need for any thing to lock it into place, as the Tektro carriers do. My fav canti's are Original Deore BR-MC70, which have no tensioning at all,

[RBW] Re: Tektro brake setup

2013-10-13 Thread Garth
http://farm5.staticflickr.com/4076/4859711871_96e29bbaea_b.jpg Here's what I mean about being slightly off center with the carrier . -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails

[RBW] Re: Thank you for the photos (AKA vicarious rides)

2013-10-13 Thread Michael
A gentleman never tells... -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send

[RBW] Re: Thank you for the photos (AKA vicarious rides)

2013-10-13 Thread Michael
Yay,Patrick! Glad you are out and about again!!! Gorgeous shots, as always.Thanks. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

[RBW] Re: Rambouillet or San Marcos

2013-10-13 Thread Michael
If I had to choose between the two: *Rambouillet...* *The thrill of a new bike may wear off, but a cream headtube lasts forever...* -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

Re: [RBW] Re: Rambouillet or San Marcos

2013-10-13 Thread Sean McAtee
I do agree with that. My Bob Brown custom is a deep burgundy red with a cream headtube. It makes me smile whenever I look at it! On Sun, Oct 13, 2013 at 9:09 PM, Michael john11.2...@gmail.com wrote: If I had to choose between the two: *Rambouillet...* *The thrill of a new bike may wear

[RBW] Re: Rambouillet or San Marcos

2013-10-13 Thread Michael
Just make sure that whatever you get can fit the tire/fender combo you want. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to

Re: [RBW] Re: Tektro brake setup

2013-10-13 Thread Robert Barr
Michael - I am surprised at your problems with the 720s. My 720s set up easier than any canti's I have used, and I bought them at the recommendation of a friend that had just put them on two bikes. I haven't used Paul's, but compared to the Dia Compe and Shimano's that I have experience with, the

[RBW] Re: Tektro brake setup

2013-10-13 Thread ted
Michael, I assume you have exhausted the adjustability afforded by the set screws the springs land on. In that case don't hesitate to unhook the spring from the brake arm and push it far enough to induce some plastic deformation. Then fine tune again with the set screws. It may take some

Re: [RBW] Re: Tektro brake setup

2013-10-13 Thread Shoji Takahashi
Have you tried the spring tension adjustment screw? It's located on both arms of the cantilever brake-- I saw my LBS do it on another bike. (I've not had a centering problem with the 720s. Brake squeal OTOH) On Sunday, October 13, 2013 9:29:31 PM UTC-4, Robert Barr wrote: Michael - I am

Re: [RBW] Re: Thank you for the photos (AKA vicarious rides)

2013-10-13 Thread Robert Barr
Patrick - I am delighted to read that you got out - and the aspen looks beautiful. I was thinking about you this morning as my daughter and I worked our way around a nice trail. I let the girls direct the route, and they are quite sure that there is nowhere they can't go on their bikes... On

Re: [RBW] Rambouillet or San Marcos

2013-10-13 Thread JL
Like others have said, get a Ram. It is the bike you want. Don't compromise on sizing. Wait and get a 60cm when one turns up. Jason -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails

[RBW] Re: Ride report: Wasco County Country Ramble / coffee break

2013-10-13 Thread hsmitham
What a great ride, with good friends. I like what Zack said about the silence (no auto's) which has to ramp up the wow factor. And the descents looked amazingly fun. One of these days... ~Hugh On Saturday, October 12, 2013 9:40:31 PM UTC-7, AaronY wrote: Hey gang, A group of 9 met at my

[RBW] Re: Tektro brake setup

2013-10-13 Thread Kieran J
The brakes have self-centred, or close to it. I'm a big fan of the locking down the straddle dangle thingy, even if it is off-centre on the vertical plane. I think that's the point of the design. KJ On Sunday, October 13, 2013 8:25:04 PM UTC-4, Michael Hechmer wrote: When you say you

Re: [RBW] Re: Ride report: Wasco County Country Ramble / coffee break

2013-10-13 Thread Aaron Young
Thanks for all the kind words everyone. Here's a few more pics from my iPhone. http://flic.kr/s/aHsjKHZsj2 -Aaron The Dalles, OR On Sun, Oct 13, 2013 at 8:18 PM, hsmitham hughsmit...@gmail.com wrote: What a great ride, with good friends. I like what Zack said about the silence (no auto's)