Re: [RBW] Re: Now my Pop's Windsor looks a lot like a Rivendell

2014-01-12 Thread Christopher Chen
Absolutely fantastic! On Jan 11, 2014 5:11 PM, Bill Lindsay tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: just wetdry sandpaper and simichrome polish. filing precedes sandpaper if you want to really change the shape of the thing -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW

Re: [RBW] FS to Australians: Shimano 105 FDs, MAFAC Brakes, MUSA Knickers, Riv NOBS Sunglasses, etc.

2014-01-12 Thread sameness
MAFAC Racers are sold. Thanks! Jeff Hagedorn Warragul, VIC Australia -- 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: Visit to RBW HQ and the Hatchet Shop

2014-01-12 Thread Joe Bernard
WOW. Yeah, that's quite a detour you took there... Joe if you ride by my house you're going the wrong way Bernard Vallejo, CA. On Saturday, January 11, 2014 10:30:19 PM UTC-8, Eric Norris wrote: Monsieur Blériot and I went out for a little ride from Suisun City to Walnut Creek today—a

[RBW] Re: FS: Bleriot frame/fork/headset 55, help me finance a Cheviot!

2014-01-12 Thread Joe Bernard
A previous exchange with you is how I determined my size Bleriot. Ours are the same. On Saturday, January 11, 2014 8:57:39 PM UTC-8, Michael wrote: What's the seat tube and top tubes measure-c-c? I can measure my 55 Bleriot to confirm what you have. On Sunday, January 5, 2014 6:42:51 PM

[RBW] Re: Fun on today's wet Brevet

2014-01-12 Thread Bill Lindsay
I did it on my Rawland. I rode a stretch with Tom H and his Hilsen. I saw two Rambouillets. It was a terrific ride On Saturday, January 11, 2014 8:52:39 PM UTC-8, BSWP wrote: I rode with the SF Randonneurs today, the 117k brevet from Golden Gate Bridge to Point Reyes Station, and back.

[RBW] Re: Visit to RBW HQ and the Hatchet Shop

2014-01-12 Thread Bill Lindsay
That definitely is one for the Ramble category. :) On Sunday, January 12, 2014 1:20:54 AM UTC-8, Joe Bernard wrote: WOW. Yeah, that's quite a detour you took there... Joe if you ride by my house you're going the wrong way Bernard Vallejo, CA. On Saturday, January 11, 2014 10:30:19 PM

[RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne- why the switch from cantilever/center pulls?

2014-01-12 Thread justinaugust
Every thing you add on to a tube costs money in materials and time. I imagine that plus the overall larger familiarity people have with side pulls does it. -J -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group

Re: [RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne- why the switch from cantilever/center pulls?

2014-01-12 Thread Eric Platt
Would agree with Justin on the cost. Also would add the studs have to be accurately placed which takes more time. Which again ends up costing more money. Eric Platt St. Paul, MN On Sun, Jan 12, 2014 at 6:49 AM, justinaug...@gmail.com wrote: Every thing you add on to a tube costs money in

Re: [RBW] Sackville Medium Saddle Bag: Do They come in Black?

2014-01-12 Thread Eric Platt
Seem to remember they were first black. But as Thomas mentioned, there were issues with the fabric. I have a small and a medium and while both are black, they are different shades of black. The black ones have the number plates attached if I remember correctly. Eric Platt St. Paul, MN On

Re: [RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne- why the switch from cantilever/center pulls?

2014-01-12 Thread Bruce Herbitter
And most people prefer calipers. In the mainstream, cantis are for cyclocross and touring On 1/12/2014 7:39 AM, Eric Platt wrote: Would agree with Justin on the cost. Also would add the studs have to be accurately placed which takes more time. Which again ends up costing more money. Eric

Re: [RBW] Re: Crazy Idea: Riv National Jamboree

2014-01-12 Thread Marc Irwin
It's on my calendar, I'm in. Marc On Saturday, January 11, 2014 4:57:23 PM UTC-5, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery wrote: I don't care if anybody calls it a national jamboree or whatever, but we have a critical mass of Riv types in the Twin Cities or within a day's drive. Add in Amtrak and a

[RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne- why the switch from cantilever/center pulls?

2014-01-12 Thread Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery
There's no downside. The Tektro 559 aka Silver sidepulls are wonderful brakes. On Saturday, January 11, 2014 11:48:02 PM UTC-6, Tim Tetrault wrote: Anyone know the story behind the shift from cantilevers to side pulls on the Sam? I have a side-pull Sam now and look at the canti-posts on

Re: [RBW] 13 shots for 13...2013 that is...and maybe a few more...

2014-01-12 Thread jimD
Here are my 13 2013 Riv shots. http://www.flickr.com/photos/rasterdogs/sets/72157639689052935/ 'And maybe a few more' is a video slide show of the photos I took riding the 2013 Sierra To The Sea supported tour with pal Brian. I wasn't in great shape to undertake that ride but Brian was

Re: [RBW] Sam Hillborne- why the switch from cantilever/center pulls?

2014-01-12 Thread jimD
+1 on the Silver side pulls. On Jan 12, 2014, at 7:15 AM, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery thill@gmail.com wrote: There's no downside. The Tektro 559 aka Silver sidepulls are wonderful brakes. On Saturday, January 11, 2014 11:48:02 PM UTC-6, Tim Tetrault wrote: Anyone know the story

Re: [RBW] Re: Crazy Idea: Riv National Jamboree

2014-01-12 Thread Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery
I'm so happy to hear from those of you who've already committed to this! I hope we can maintain and expand this enthusiasm over the next 8 months! I'm not sure what we have for BBs in the twin cities, but there are certainly plenty of lodging options. For those who'd like to camp, I will

[RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne- why the switch from cantilever/center pulls?

2014-01-12 Thread Kellie Stapleton
I look at them with envy too. I was disappointed when I actually went to see the Hillborne in person. I guess the pictures I had looked at were all older models. On the other hand, I've had my Sam for a year now and haven't been on another bike! Though I did just change from a moustache bar to

[RBW] Re: 90 minute ride in the carwash today...

2014-01-12 Thread Andy Williams
Kudos to you for riding yesterday in the monsoon that was Seahawk Saturday madness! Andy On Saturday, January 11, 2014 4:06:13 PM UTC-8, rob markwardt wrote: ...at least it felt like I was in one. Lots of wind, rain, hail, thunder and lighting. Great fun on the Bleriot.

[RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne- why the switch from cantilever/center pulls?

2014-01-12 Thread Garth
I wouldn't want a Sam with canti myself , having used cantis for decades . They're not necessary . Canti's are a real mixed bag too, as there is no standard in how far apart the bosses are, nor can there be. Every frame is different. So not every canti is going to work well with every

Re: [RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne- why the switch from cantilever/center pulls?

2014-01-12 Thread Eric Daume
I would much prefer it with canti posts, so I can use V brakes. The perfect combination of power, modulation, tire clearance, and cost. On Sun, Jan 12, 2014 at 10:15 AM, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery thill@gmail.com wrote: There's no downside. The Tektro 559 aka Silver sidepulls are

[RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne- why the switch from cantilever/center pulls?

2014-01-12 Thread Mike Schiller
the downside is spongy feeling, lack of power and limited clearance for big tires. The upside is cost of the frame. Count me as a canti lover! ~mike Carlsbad ca. On Sunday, January 12, 2014 7:15:11 AM UTC-8, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery wrote: There's no downside. The Tektro 559 aka Silver

Re: [RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne- why the switch from cantilever/center pulls?

2014-01-12 Thread James Warren
I've been lucky: Silver brakes on Hillborne with mountain levers. Never has felt spongy in 4 years of use. I like both brake styles, but the unbelievable ease of bike assembly when sidepulls are used with mountain levers has become a big plus for me. This possibility has been around for

[RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne- why the switch from cantilever/center pulls?

2014-01-12 Thread Tim Tetrault
If the OP-er could ask a follow up- is the realistic on the Tektro side pulls enough so that if I threw an aggressive 700x32 cross tire on there I could enter a few CX races? (Not trying to win- I'd take fenders, rack, and bags off of course) What do y'all think? On Saturday, January 11, 2014

[RBW] Re: 13 shots for 13...2013 that is...and maybe a few more...

2014-01-12 Thread hsmitham
I echo Shawn's sentiment regarding favorite thread of the year and inspiration you are all that for me. I must confess I haven't yet viewed all the sets but have every intention to do so. My set was impossible to winnow down to thirteen so apologies but I just had too many great moments this

[RBW] High trail RB-T on ebay

2014-01-12 Thread rcnute
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Bridgestone-27-RB-T-Synergy-Road-Touring-Bicycle-/201018616414?pt=US_Bicycles_Frameshash=item2ecda4aa5e Ryan -- 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] High trail RB-T on ebay

2014-01-12 Thread Scot Brooks
The image of the drive side shows a fork that looks awfully bent. Very high trail indeed :) -- 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: Regarding Seth Vidal

2014-01-12 Thread Anton Tutter
Eunice, I'm terribly inarticulate when it comes to feelings, but I'd like to add my sentiments to all the kind words already written. I am so sorry for your loss. Like many here, I only knew Seth online. I enjoyed Seth's (always positive) commentary on these forums and on flickr, and he

[RBW] Re: High trail RB-T on ebay

2014-01-12 Thread rcnute
I tried riding a bike with a bent steerer like that once. It was fun at high speed in a straight line! Ryan On Sunday, January 12, 2014 10:06:40 AM UTC-8, Scot Brooks wrote: The image of the drive side shows a fork that looks awfully bent. Very high trail indeed :) -- You received this

Re: [RBW] Re: Crazy Idea: Riv National Jamboree

2014-01-12 Thread Jim M.
I'm happy to see Jim organize something for Minneapolis. But given that 2014 is Riv's 20th birthday (and the 50th anniversary of the Free Speech Movement), I think we need something in the SF Bay too. So I hereby volunteer to attempt to organize a gathering for the weekend of July 19th. It

Re: [RBW] High trail RB-T on ebay

2014-01-12 Thread mikel66...@juno.com
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[RBW] Re: Fun on today's wet Brevet

2014-01-12 Thread BSWP
Oh yes, there were at least four Rawlands, there, and thanks for the reminder of the Rams. It sure was a fun time, I really enjoy the relaxed pace and friendly banter. One thing the weather taught me - just put the durn fenders on the bike, and carry my saddle bonnet. Pictures, as they say,

Re: [RBW] Re: Crazy Idea: Riv National Jamboree

2014-01-12 Thread dougP
Jim: July 19 is conveniently distant from end of September to make BOTH events do-able. Likely we'll have a decent turn-out from So-Cal, especially with good advance notice. We'll drink a toast to Mario Savio. dougP On Sunday, January 12, 2014 10:23:51 AM UTC-8, Jim M. wrote: I'm happy

[RBW] Re: FS: Mustache Bars, Rothko Stand, and IRD Stem Shifter Mount

2014-01-12 Thread Jenny
The IRD Stem Shifter Mount is practically new with all its parts. Mounted for one short ride and then taken off. On Sunday, January 12, 2014 8:37:55 AM UTC+1, Bruce Smitham wrote: How is the condition of the IRD stem mount? If it still has all the parts and available then I am interested.

[RBW] Re: Visit to RBW HQ and the Hatchet Shop

2014-01-12 Thread dougP
One time on the train returning home from a ride, I met a couple who'd ridden from San Diego to Santa Barbara, using only GPS. They were mis-directed a lot but the capper was sending them directly inland at the west end of Ventura! Instead of a relatively flat ride along the water, it sent

[RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne- why the switch from cantilever/center pulls?

2014-01-12 Thread Cyclofiend Jim
Are you talking about brake clearance for a knibblie cross tire? I rode a few CX races on the Hilsen, which had the original long-reach Silvers. The newer Tektros have a bit more arc on some models, allowing for an even rounder profile. There was absolutely no issue with tire clearance.

Re: [RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne- why the switch from cantilever/center pulls?

2014-01-12 Thread Tim Tetrault
That's an image I will remember. Thanks Jim. I'm trying to live in a one-bike world, but it's not easy to cover a lot of different experiences. On Sun, Jan 12, 2014 at 11:30 AM, Cyclofiend Jim cyclofi...@earthlink.netwrote: Are you talking about brake clearance for a knibblie cross tire? I

[RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne- why the switch from cantilever/center pulls?

2014-01-12 Thread Joe Bernard
The original concept of the AHH (which the Sam is based on) was Country Bike, a road bike which could easily accept fat tires and fenders, and handle the occasional trail ride. People tend to associate lighter/simpler sidepull calipers with road bike, and I think these bicycles are in that

[RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Roadeo 59cm; Phil Wood, Nitto, Sugino, Brooks, etc.

2014-01-12 Thread Adam DeFayette
Final price drop: $3000, shipped in the CONUS. This is as low as I can go; from here it's off to eBay. :/ Thanks, Adam On Friday, January 10, 2014 10:06:04 AM UTC-5, Adam DeFayette wrote: Price dropping to $3250, free shipping in the CONUS. On Wednesday, January 8, 2014 12:05:27 PM

[RBW] FS: Wheel-Building: Stand, Tensionometer, Wrench, Dishing Guage, Jobst Book

2014-01-12 Thread Adam DeFayette
Curious about wheelbuilding? Here's everything you need to get started (without breaking the bank): Everything is in like-new condition. Pictures here: https://plus.google.com/photos/101616295581563373309/albums/5968112660897526625?authkey=CMik38HQk63_3wE Park Tool TS-2 professional truing

[RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne- why the switch from cantilever/center pulls?

2014-01-12 Thread Mike Schiller
I really doubt it, I had an orange 2nd batch Sam with canti's which was a nice bike. Both the 1st and 2nd batches were canti equipped. The Sam has more room for bigger tires than the Homer and was intended ( my recollection) as a cross between Homer and Atlantis so canti's make more sense. I

[RBW] WTT: Sam for Simple One or QB

2014-01-12 Thread Nils Eng
I've been bitten by the single speed bug! Is anyone interested in trading a 56, single-TT, orange ( w/ cream head tube), canti-Sam for one of the above? I know they're rare as hen's teeth and them as has 'em keeps 'em, but thought I'd try. -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Is the Hunqapillar an updated Atlantis or a budget version of the Bombadil?

2014-01-12 Thread Chris Lampe 2
In recent writings Grant has mentioned that the Hunqapillar is basically a budget version of the Bombadil. Yet, on Jim's website is this quote: *Update on the Atlantis for the future - * One of the realities of our current global economy is a continued devaluation of the US dollar against

Re: [RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne- why the switch from cantilever/center pulls?

2014-01-12 Thread Patrick Moore
FWIW, although I have generally eschewed (which, being translated, signifieth, generally, chewed and spit out instead of being swallowed) cantis after 2 decades of annoyance, which may be due solely to my own mechanical incompetence, I found the IRD cantis that came on the floor model Sam Hill

Re: [RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne- why the switch from cantilever/center pulls?

2014-01-12 Thread Patrick Moore
I agree that cantis make more technical, if not economic, sense on this type of bike. On Sun, Jan 12, 2014 at 2:33 PM, Mike Schiller mikeybi...@rocketmail.comwrote: I really doubt it, I had an orange 2nd batch Sam with canti's which was a nice bike. Both the 1st and 2nd batches were canti

Re: [RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne- why the switch from cantilever/center pulls?

2014-01-12 Thread Patrick Moore
One more aside about brakes: Road BB7s -- even with 180 mm rotors, no-flecks housing, organic pads, professional setup -- were literally as bad as the properly set up rod brakes I used as a boy in India. At least, on my erstwhile Monocog 29er, they were actually that bad. The mtb-model BB7s --

Re: [RBW] Is the Hunqapillar an updated Atlantis or a budget version of the Bombadil?

2014-01-12 Thread Eric Daume
Budget Bomba. It has quite a bit heavier tubing (and the additional tube) vs. the Atlantis. On Sun, Jan 12, 2014 at 5:12 PM, Chris Lampe 2 clampe9...@yahoo.com wrote: In recent writings Grant has mentioned that the Hunqapillar is basically a budget version of the Bombadil. Yet, on Jim's

Re: [RBW] WTT: Sam for Simple One or QB

2014-01-12 Thread Patrick Moore
What about a rear wheel rebuild with an ENO hub? Or, even cheaper, a used ENO rear wheel, which I see offered on this or the iBoblist from time to time? Or cheaper yet, a chain tensioner? (You don't say that you want to ride fixed.) I got many very pleasant fixed gear commuting miles out of a

Re: [RBW] Sam Hillborne- why the switch from cantilever/center pulls?

2014-01-12 Thread jimD
I guess I'm not discriminating enough. I've never regarded the Silvers on my Riv Custom as 'spongy'. On my Tournesol I've got some fancy, pricy, Paul component centerpulls, mounted on centerpull posts, those brakes may be a bit more 'powerful' seeming than the Silvers. They don't impress me

[RBW] Re: FS: XL Salsa Casseroll road bike, $750. Poor man's Ram/Rom/Roadeo/San Marcos!

2014-01-12 Thread Jeremy Till
Just a bump and reduction in asking price. $675 OBO. If you're interested, let's talk! On Sunday, January 5, 2014 1:53:55 PM UTC-8, Jeremy Till wrote: Hey Riv folks (x-post with the iBOB list, apologies if you see it twice)- A burgeoning interest in off-road riding has me selling my Salsa

Re: [RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne- why the switch from cantilever/center pulls?

2014-01-12 Thread Garth
On Sunday, January 12, 2014 5:16:29 PM UTC-5, Patrick Moore wrote: I've never heard that the different cantilever brake models work better when matched with certain frames. I'm not denying, just questioning. True? False? Sure it's True ! My two latest frames, one could be called a

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

2014-01-12 Thread Eric Norris
Palm Springs tends to be more expensive to fly into, and there are fewer carriers. Southwest flies out of Ontario, so it's easier to get to. Eric N www.CampyOnly.com CampyOnlyGuy.blogspot.com Twitter: @CampyOnlyGuy On Jan 10, 2014, at 8:56 PM, cyclotourist cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: Yes,

[RBW] Re: Schwalbe 650B/27.5 Thunder Burt Review

2014-01-12 Thread Jeremy Till
Put yer Obi-Wan Knobby's on your Rivendell Bombadil and thumb your nose at both George Lucas' AND Peter Jackson's IP lawyers (probably the same firm anyways)! On Saturday, January 11, 2014 10:45:21 AM UTC-8, dougP wrote: Thunder Burt is probably the name for North America, and they're

[RBW] Re: Schwalbe 650B/27.5 Thunder Burt Review

2014-01-12 Thread hsmitham
David, Glad to hear they're working for you. I may go with these for the Atlantis in 26 at the least that's the plan. My vote is for the OB-1 the perfect tire name. ~Hugh On Friday, January 10, 2014 9:57:19 PM UTC-8, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote:

[RBW] WTB: Nitto Technomic 100 mm

2014-01-12 Thread eflayer
still trying to dial in Alba bars. Thought I had it, but not quite. -- 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: Visit to RBW HQ and the Hatchet Shop

2014-01-12 Thread eric wallacker
Nice detour there, but certainly not a bad ride. I live in MTZ and grew up in Suisun. I frequently ride to visit the parents who live out near the fringe of the housing tracts. Planning a February ride out to Davis (train back), so your tale is cautionary, as I plan my route. On Saturday,

[RBW] Re: Is the Hunqapillar an updated Atlantis or a budget version of the Bombadil?

2014-01-12 Thread Cyclofiend Jim
I think that none of the bicycle designs which come from RBW are particularly static. There are probably a few reasons for this. My writings and commentary about the Hunqapillar stem from the first iterations of the idea and a conversation which GP shared as the proto's were due for arrival.

Re: [RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne- why the switch from cantilever/center pulls?

2014-01-12 Thread Patrick Moore
Of course, the varying width between mounting posts. No science here, but it does make sense in an intooitive kind of way. At any rate, the IRDs with Salmons on the Sam were a brake High Point in my experience. Wonderful brakes! Theselooklikethem.

[RBW] Re: Albatross

2014-01-12 Thread Kellie Stapleton
bump. Spent yesterday wrenching on the bike. Here's a photo of the conversion. Went for a 15 mile spin today. Crisp shifting, fantastic braking and *really* comfortable.

[RBW] WTB: Nitto Technomic 100 mm

2014-01-12 Thread Marty
I think I have one to spare. Send me a PM and we'll work something out. Marty -- 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: [650B] Re: Schwalbe 650B/27.5 Thunder Burt Review

2014-01-12 Thread cyclotourist
I think they would be a good choice if you're going to be on asphalt a chunk of the time. Spin really fast. They slip out a little while climbing out of the saddle, but that's the price you pay for fast on pavement. Cheers, David it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. - Seth Vidal On Sun,

[RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne- why the switch from cantilever/center pulls?

2014-01-12 Thread Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery
Mike S in Carlsbad: awhile back we had an orange Sam with sidepulls. It fit 700x45 Panaracer Fire Cross knobbies with room to spare. -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: [650B] Re: Schwalbe 650B/27.5 Thunder Burt Review

2014-01-12 Thread Hugh Smitham
Yep there's always a compromise. But thanks I'll be ordering them in the near future. They sound great. ~Hugh Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving. -- Albert Einstein http://velocipedemusings.blogspot.com/ On Sun, Jan 12, 2014 at 6:02 PM, cyclotourist

[RBW] Re: Albatross

2014-01-12 Thread Pondero
All that...and grape-y goodness. -- 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

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

2014-01-12 Thread cyclotourist
ONT has dropped a lot of flights, including many from big hubs. PSP at the same time is ramping up the # of flights. PSP is supposed to be a nice little airport as well. But if you can get to Ontario, it's closer and hopefully cheaper. LAX is only another 60 minutes away, but that's a whole other

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

2014-01-12 Thread sameness
United and Southwest fly to Burbank. Not a billion miles closer than LAX, but a much friendlier airport to visit. Jeff Hagedorn Warragul, VIC Australia -- 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: WTB: Nitto Technomic 100 mm

2014-01-12 Thread eflayer
On Sunday, January 12, 2014 3:56:27 PM UTC-8, eflayer wrote: still trying to dial in Alba bars. Thought I had it, but not quite. -- 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

Re: [RBW] Sackville Medium Saddle Bag: Do They come in Black?

2014-01-12 Thread Hugh Smitham
Brian, Came across this image Tom Allinghams black Bombadil with black Sackville. http://www.flickr.com/photos/37542512@N04/11252475855/in/set-72157639619480186/ So the answer is that they did...now the question is whether they will again. I'd give a call to Riv HQ if you haven't already.

[RBW] Evolution of the bicycle animation

2014-01-12 Thread Curtis McKenzie
May not be historically accurate. http://vimeo.com/73581450 Is a neat one minute video. -- 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] WTT: Sam for Simple One or QB

2014-01-12 Thread Tony DeFilippo
I just set up my XO-3 with an ENO eccentric wheel as Patrick suggests... It's a pretty great option in my book! Of course those QB's are elegant and wonderful machines so I'd understand you wanting to check one out. Good luck either way! Tony -- You received this message because you are

Re: [RBW] Sackville Medium Saddle Bag: Do They come in Black?

2014-01-12 Thread Hugh Smitham
Err sorry...Tom already answered this question. ~Hugh Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving. -- Albert Einstein http://velocipedemusings.blogspot.com/ On Sun, Jan 12, 2014 at 6:31 PM, Hugh Smitham hughsmit...@gmail.com wrote: Brian, Came across this

Re: [RBW] WTT: Sam for Simple One or QB

2014-01-12 Thread Nils Eng
Thanks for the suggestion, gentlemen-- that seems like a prudent course to take. I DO love the Sam, but I'm really enjoying SS on my Krampus and would like to give it a whirl on the road as well. Patrick, thanks for saving me from myself-- Tony, thanks for the second! On Sunday, January 12,

[RBW] Re: [650B] Re: Schwalbe 650B/27.5 Thunder Burt Review

2014-01-12 Thread Mike Schiller
on the Thunder Burts? ...most knobbies will slip climbing out of the saddle, too much weight on the real wheel... try sitting on the nose of the saddle to keep the weight more balanced. That's why WTB designed their saddle with a dropped nose. ~mike On Sunday, January 12, 2014 6:02:58 PM

Re: [RBW] WTT: Sam for Simple One or QB

2014-01-12 Thread Patrick Moore
*Just* for what it's worth, I often treat my two secondary bikes, the 2X7 Ram and the 2X9 Fargo, as singlespeeds -- 'specially the first -- by keeping the drivetrain in the straight chainline gear (deliberately arranged to be the cruising gear; 70 for the Ram, 64 Fargo). Only downside, nothing to

Re: [RBW] Re: 13 shots for 13...2013 that is...and maybe a few more...

2014-01-12 Thread Hugh Smitham
We really do have a great community on this list.Yes we do but then there are those that just have to create their own list. Poke, poke, poke...feel me poking Smitty. ~Hugh Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving. -- Albert Einstein

Re: [RBW] Re: [650B] Re: Schwalbe 650B/27.5 Thunder Burt Review

2014-01-12 Thread cyclotourist
Yeah, I can focus on keeping them in contact, they just slip out a bit more if you're not paying attention. Again, not a bad thing, just a bit less grip than some Nevegals! Cheers, David it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. - Seth Vidal On Sun, Jan 12, 2014 at 7:06 PM, Mike Schiller

[RBW] Wool Hoody, TNF Softshell, and REI vest for sale

2014-01-12 Thread Vic
Hi All I've decided that jackets are happier when they're being used so I've implemented a one-in-one-out policy. After the holiday I've got some barely used gems for sale and a couple I thought RBWOB members would be the best owners for them. If you're interested, send me an email. Priority

[RBW] FS: Wool Hoody, TNF Softshell, and REI vest for sale

2014-01-12 Thread Vic
Changing subject and clarifying that the softshell is, indeed, *black* despite the example link I sent. On Sunday, January 12, 2014 7:34:53 PM UTC-8, Vic wrote: Hi All I've decided that jackets are happier when they're being used so I've implemented a one-in-one-out policy. After the

[RBW] Re: Sykesville, MD 30-miler on Sam today.

2014-01-12 Thread Michael
PS - check out the old blue caboose in the background. -- 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

[RBW] Re: 13 shots for 13...2013 that is...and maybe a few more...

2014-01-12 Thread Montclair BobbyB
Love the UPS Guy pic... classic. On Sunday, January 12, 2014 12:58:11 PM UTC-5, hsmitham wrote: I echo Shawn's sentiment regarding favorite thread of the year and inspiration you are all that for me. I must confess I haven't yet viewed all the sets but have every intention to do so. My set

Re: [RBW] Re: 13 shots for 13...2013 that is...and maybe a few more...

2014-01-12 Thread Hugh Smitham
Thanks...I'd been off a bike for longer than I care to be and I was checking with Riv on the timing. I was like our Dachshund waiting for the mail to come through the mail slot, stare, stare, stare. It's here! ~Hugh Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving. --

Re: [RBW] Re: Crazy Idea: Riv National Jamboree

2014-01-12 Thread Abcyclehank
Jim and Jim you are the best thanks to each of you for stepping up to make this summer one potentially the best ever in Rivendell and country bike riding history. Maybe two new threads could be started to keep the ball rolling, let list members become accurately informed about each event, and

[RBW] Re: Is the Hunqapillar an updated Atlantis or a budget version of the Bombadil?

2014-01-12 Thread Christopher Murray
When it was first introduced, it did seem like the Hunq was a replacement for the Atlantis (and that the Atlantis was going away). But the design got tweaked, GP said the Atlantis was still going to be available, and suddenly the Hunq seemed like its own unique beast. I think the line got

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

2014-01-12 Thread dougP
That extra 60 minutes could be optimistic. Even if correct, those are 60 high stress minutes if you are driving or someone picking you up. Best escape from LAX is one of several bus services. dougP On Sunday, January 12, 2014 6:14:01 PM UTC-8, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: ONT has dropped a

Re: [RBW] Re: Is the Hunqapillar an updated Atlantis or a budget version of the Bombadil?

2014-01-12 Thread James Warren
That's exactly how I remember it. But I'll add this: at the new BBH store in Walnut Creek, they have sample models in there of the Hunq, the Sam, the Betty, and the Roadeo. They have little placards saying what each is for. On the Hunq's placard, the Hunq is referred to as our mountain bike or

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

2014-01-12 Thread Hugh Smitham
Figured I'd chime in. There is Burbank Airport. It's a 15 to 20 minute easy drive from my house. I could pick you up depending on your arrival date and time. Say you flew in on a Friday you can hang your hat overnight at our home then we can drive out the next morning really early or I could pick

Re: [RBW] Re: Crazy Idea: Riv National Jamboree

2014-01-12 Thread Hugh Smitham
Or a new group? ~Hugh Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving. -- Albert Einstein http://velocipedemusings.blogspot.com/ On Sun, Jan 12, 2014 at 8:18 PM, Abcyclehank hankinso...@me.com wrote: Jim and Jim you are the best thanks to each of you for stepping

[RBW] Re: Riv e-bike conversion?

2014-01-12 Thread Dave Redmon
*Joe, how does the throttle work on the Hilltopper? With rear wheel e-bikes, power is matched to pedal effort. But with front wheel e-bikes, it would seem that no such linkage exists. * *Dave* On Saturday, January 11, 2014 10:18:17 PM UTC-6, Joe Bernard wrote: I can see cyclists having

[RBW] SoCal S240 a Month Club

2014-01-12 Thread hsmitham
Okay were already into mid January and I know I need to get one in before the end of the month. I've polled the usual suspects and it appears that the 24th 25th is going to be the best time. So here's the plan: Take the Metrolink train to the Vincent Grade Acton station and ride out and up

Re: [RBW] SoCal S240 a Month Club

2014-01-12 Thread Hugh Smitham
Correction: On the stash the bike part I want to make it clear I was proposing a hike to the summit for the sake of a summit then come back down and find our camp site. ~Hugh Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving. -- Albert Einstein

[RBW] Re: Now my Pop's Windsor looks a lot like a Rivendell

2014-01-12 Thread Coconutbill
beautiful job with the restoration, Bill! -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: 13 shots for 13...2013 that is...and maybe a few more...

2014-01-12 Thread Andy Schmidt
The geographically specific group has it's perks. On Sun, Jan 12, 2014 at 8:11 PM, Hugh Smitham hughsmit...@gmail.com wrote: Thanks...I'd been off a bike for longer than I care to be and I was checking with Riv on the timing. I was like our Dachshund waiting for the mail to come through the

[RBW] Re: Now my Pop's Windsor looks a lot like a Rivendell

2014-01-12 Thread Evan
Beautiful work! -- 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 email to

[RBW] Re: 13 shots for 13...2013 that is...and maybe a few more...

2014-01-12 Thread Coconutbill
2013 left me with the gift of new friendships and many adventures, not all were photographed, but quite a few were. http://www.flickr.com/photos/coconutbill/sets/72157639711905926/ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners