[RBW] Re: Temple Coffee, Sacramento 2-2-14 - a set on Flickr

2014-02-03 Thread Tony DeFilippo
Nice, love the b/w especially the heavy blacks... -- 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

Re: [RBW] Update: the woman who is 5'2

2014-02-03 Thread Ron Mc
If you had told them about the upright bars, they would have loaded you on a lumbering city bike with 900-g tires and 3-speed SA at best. When you buy 10,000 widgets at a time, you can't afford for your customers to be individualists - what, they think they're special? You want your bike to

[RBW] FS: Riv related items.Riv Bullmoose bars, Schwalbe Marathon Supreme tires, Brooks Ti saddle, Sigg, Vintage french saddle etc.

2014-02-03 Thread hobie
I have for sale the following. All items include shipping. Bullmoose Riv handlebars 150mm. Some insertion marks and scuffs but still a very nice lustre to them. $115.00 Schwalbe Marathon Supreme Evolution line HD speed guard folding clincher tires 700x40 w. 2 Schwalbe #17 tubes. Very low

Re: [RBW] Stranded in a sea of salt.

2014-02-03 Thread Steve Palincsar
On 02/02/2014 11:08 PM, Joan Oppel wrote: At the risk of sounding like a broken record: I have ridden my Bleriot 6 times in the past 2 weeks in the Maryland, DC, Virginia area. I have not ridden on icy roads but otherwise, I don't worry about the residual salt - and yes there's definitely

[RBW] Re: ForSale CRANK SETS

2014-02-03 Thread Charlie
No takers ? I think these are a BARGIN ! On Thursday, January 9, 2014 7:10:59 PM UTC-5, Charlie wrote: Save All *Images are not displayed* *Display Images* https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Z6IqhfpMi0c/Us33gzEWaCI/ADA/sJUSTALVg34/s1600/CIMG1778.JPG

[RBW] Re: ISO: 6 cm or 7 cm Nitto or GB stem

2014-02-03 Thread Elisabeth Sherwood
Hi Michael, You may want to consider the Nitto Dynamic (I'm assuming that's their normal road stem). It comes in a 6cm extension. It has a short quill -- 145mm -- which may be what you're looking for. From the minimum insertion point, you've got 78mm to the top of the stem. (I've found that,

[RBW] Re: Project - Trail Bike

2014-02-03 Thread Elisabeth Sherwood
If you don't mind the lack of lugs, a mid-90s Trek 850 is a great bike. I'm sure there are other chromoly frames from that era that would work equally well. As others have said, watch for the long top tube, though. You'll most certainly need to replace the stem with something shorter in any

[RBW] Re: FS: Brooks, MKS, Nitto, Sackville, Tires

2014-02-03 Thread john muhl
Photos https://plus.google.com/photos/114339590269760877010/albums/597619294487665?authkey=CObm8q6I-cjlfA So far Sneaker pedals, (non-sanded) Dirt Drop, Albastache and wheelset are spoken for. On Sunday, February 2, 2014 7:51:37 PM UTC-6, john muhl wrote: $14 Miesha’s Cork Grips (barend)

Re: [RBW] Stranded in a sea of salt.

2014-02-03 Thread Tim Gavin
I've been stranded in Iowa; it hasn't been above freezing (not even the mid-day high temp) since the 11th of Jan. You better believe I went riding that day! Even with studded tires, I'm not gonna bike commute 8 miles when it's dark and below 0 F in the mornings. I don't ride in the winter

Re: [RBW] Zipper Pulls FREE

2014-02-03 Thread Eric Norris
Zipper pulls have been claimed! --Eric Norris Email: campyonly...@me.com Web: www.campyonly.com Blog: http://campyonlyguy.blogspot.com Twitter: @CampyOnlyGuy Flickr: www.flickr.com/photos/campyonlyguy On Feb 3, 2014, at 7:32 AM, Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com wrote: I bought three zipper

[RBW] Knog Nerd Update

2014-02-03 Thread Eric Norris
Two and a half Nerd 9-function computers are still available. Reduced pricing and updated info: -- Red computer with sending unit $35 shipped -- Green computer with sending unit $30 shipped. The sending unit has a tear in the silicone that I didn't see when I made the first FS posting. It can

[RBW] Re: Correction to my listing for Eno

2014-02-03 Thread Mike On A Bike
Hi- Is there any chance the WI crank is still available? It is just what I'm looking for! Thanks, Mike On Friday, January 3, 2014 1:41:22 PM UTC-5, Mayfly wrote: CRANKSETS White Industries ENO single speed crank, 34 tooth ENO chainring, all silver, 180mm length, standard thread

Re: [RBW] Stranded in a sea of salt.

2014-02-03 Thread Matthew J
I can deal with the cold here in Chicago. With reasonable attention, I am sure my bikes can deal with the salt. The thing is, I have no garage. No way I am going to track salt into my apartment. So since all this snow and salt started hitting the streets of Chicago, my riding has been

[RBW] FS: smart sams 700c 45mm

2014-02-03 Thread Mike S.
Hey there. have for sale a pair of smart sams i mounted once, rode one, then removed because I didn't have the clearance! New to this forum but have met up with a few people to buy things here and there. I want to deliver/meet up in los angeles only. how about $40 for the pair? interesting

[RBW] Re: Project - Trail Bike

2014-02-03 Thread Soren Hansen
On Monday, February 3, 2014 2:34:32 AM UTC+1, Lesli Larson wrote: Starting project to build up a new fire trail / off-road bike . I am trying to decide between a new frame and maybe something vintage . I am a shortish woman and I ride a 48 cm to 50 cm frame. Would love to buy a bombadil

[RBW] FS; miscellaneous items

2014-02-03 Thread Michael Williams
Hey group, just a few items for sale so I can fund a newly purchased Cheviot from RBW. prices do not include shipping All parts are sligthly used. Open to offers! Nitto Moustache bars- old style 26.0 clamp $30 Nitto Bosco bars 55cm with 12cm (25.4clamp) Tech Deluxe stem $90 Nitto Pearl

Re: [RBW] FS; miscellaneous items

2014-02-03 Thread yavo
I'd do the white 650B tires is still available. On Mon, Feb 3, 2014 at 12:21 PM, Michael Williams mkernanwilli...@gmail.com wrote: Hey group, just a few items for sale so I can fund a newly purchased Cheviot from RBW. prices do not include shipping All parts are sligthly used. Open to

Re: [RBW] Re: Project - Trail Bike

2014-02-03 Thread Anne Paulson
The ECR is a 29+ bike with 31 diameter wheels. I recommend against an ECR for a short person. I can't suggest a 29+ for someone who normally rides a 48 to 50 cm bike. I'm waiting for my own 29+ bike, a Surly Krampus. I worked with Cycle Monkey for a while on fitting and finally chose the smallest

[RBW] Re: FS: Brooks, MKS, Nitto, Sackville, Tires

2014-02-03 Thread john muhl
Hi. I've been informed that the only B17 with copper rivets is the B17 Special but that also has brass rails which this saddle does not have. So to be clear this is a regular B17 with brown colored rivets of unknown material. On Sunday, February 2, 2014 7:51:37 PM UTC-6, john muhl wrote: $14

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Brooks, MKS, Nitto, Sackville, Tires

2014-02-03 Thread Steve Palincsar
On 02/03/2014 12:43 PM, john muhl wrote: Hi. I've been informed that the only B17 with copper rivets is the B17 Special but that also has brass rails which this saddle does not have. So to be clear this is a regular B17 with brown colored rivets of unknown material. The B.17 Champion Special

Re: [RBW] FS; miscellaneous items

2014-02-03 Thread Michael Williams
still available, shipping will be ~$12 via USPS, if you want them just paypal $112 to mkernanwilli...@gmail.com, and send me your address please! thank you-Mike On Mon, Feb 3, 2014 at 9:37 AM, yavo fyavor...@gmail.com wrote: I'd do the white 650B tires is still available. On Mon,

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Brooks, MKS, Nitto, Sackville, Tires

2014-02-03 Thread sameness
I have a ca. '70s-'80s standard B-17 with plated chrome rails and brown (brass?) rivets, though they're the flat ~6mm standard size, not the hammered, oversized ones. Jeff Hagedorn San Diego, CA USA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Brooks, MKS, Nitto, Sackville, Tires

2014-02-03 Thread john muhl
On Monday, February 3, 2014 11:56:38 AM UTC-6, Steve Palincsar wrote: On 02/03/2014 12:43 PM, john muhl wrote: Hi. I've been informed that the only B17 with copper rivets is the B17 Special but that also has brass rails which this saddle does not have. So to be clear this is a regular

[RBW] Re: Cotton and Wool Winter Army Gear

2014-02-03 Thread Montclair BobbyB
Bob: I haven't really given it a foul-weather test, but I believe this is more wind than water proof (designed for cold Swedish winters)... The cotton feels like a fairly tight weave, which I believe might fare better at repelling water in a light rain than wool... but I wouldn't wear it out

[RBW] Re: Cotton and Wool Winter Army Gear

2014-02-03 Thread Deacon Patrick
Bob, A canvas shell works best at 20˚F or colder, the idea being highly breathable to allow vaporization from exertion while being windproof and shedding snow easily. If it's wet from the outside, so it the canvas. That's why I love Ventile, as it accomplishes both, so temp does not matter.

Re: [RBW] Roadeo first ride impressions

2014-02-03 Thread Paul G
Here's are a few more pictures of the Roadeo from last weekend while out on the open road https://app.box.com/s/85g0h65aqow3rusz1f2y. Sorry for the slightly soft images. My camera lens was covered in pocket lint; I should have wiped it off...but I didn't. Paul On Wednesday, January 29, 2014

[RBW] Re: FS: Brooks, MKS, Nitto, Sackville, Tires

2014-02-03 Thread john muhl
Actually, mystery Brooks is still available. How about $70 for it? On Sunday, February 2, 2014 7:51:37 PM UTC-6, john muhl wrote: $14 Miesha’s Cork Grips (barend) - small crack in one grip. $15 MKS RMX Sneaker Pedals $20 MKS Touring/XC Pedals $30 Hold Fast Foot Straps (brown) $30 Nitto

Re: [RBW] FS; miscellaneous items

2014-02-03 Thread Michael Williams
panaracers are spoken for On Mon, Feb 3, 2014 at 9:21 AM, Michael Williams mkernanwilli...@gmail.comwrote: Hey group, just a few items for sale so I can fund a newly purchased Cheviot from RBW. prices do not include shipping All parts are sligthly used. Open to offers! Nitto Moustache

[RBW] Re: Project - Trail Bike

2014-02-03 Thread cyclotour...@gmail.com
As mentioned, top tubes are what will limit your choices. Would a Hillborne work, or is the TT too long? If not, how about a Salsa Vaya? Smaller sizes have 26 wheels and fit 50mm tires. Is the 50cm TT too long?

[RBW] Re: Project - Trail Bike

2014-02-03 Thread Lesli Larson
Thanks so much for the trail bike suggestions to date. I'd love to invest in the Atlantis or Bombadil and that may be the down the line plan. On that front, in the smaller size range, is there really much of a difference between those two models for trail use? I'm well equipped in the areas

Re: [RBW] My Bike Life Is Lacking

2014-02-03 Thread cyclotour...@gmail.com
And you brought the Hotrock along for good measure! On Monday, February 3, 2014 10:50:48 AM UTC-8, LeahFoy wrote: First bike haul was a SUCCESS! -- 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: Project - Trail Bike

2014-02-03 Thread Chris in Redding, Ca.
Lesli, I have a small older Spec Rockhopper on the Redding, Ca. CL right now. It is my son's bike, and of note, he is going to an early year Bontrager Race. At any rate the RH is a very nice bike. My kid really enjoyed it! Regards, Chris Redding, Ca. -- You received this message because you

Re: [RBW] My Bike Life Is Lacking

2014-02-03 Thread Leah Peterson
That one is my 7 year old's; there are two little-man bikes (one Hotrock and one Trek tag-along) in the trunk as well for my 5 year old. :) Sent from my iPhone On Feb 3, 2014, at 11:29 AM, cyclotour...@gmail.com cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: And you brought the Hotrock along for good

[RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

2014-02-03 Thread Brian Campbell
POST SCRIPT: Bought my Medium Saddle Sack from Riv today and got the fiddlesticks discount to boot! :) -- 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] My Bike Life Is Lacking

2014-02-03 Thread Ron Mc
can't argue with success !!! On Monday, February 3, 2014 12:50:48 PM UTC-6, LeahFoy wrote: First bike haul was a SUCCESS! -- 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,

[RBW] Re: Wool, Ventile, and Quicksnow Non-Intentional Experiment

2014-02-03 Thread Liesl
photo of the slush was too big a file to attach, so you'll have to trust me. -- 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: Wool, Ventile, and Quicksnow Non-Intentional Experiment

2014-02-03 Thread Deacon Patrick
Winter goes brutal and deadly fast. I am thankful you and everyone else is fine. The paradoxes that come from snow being a great insulator are amazing, and lake slush is a great example. I don't have personal experience with falling in slush in my ventile (or anything else). Colorado has very

[RBW] Re: Wool, Ventile, and Quicksnow Non-Intentional Experiment

2014-02-03 Thread Shoji Takahashi
Hi Liesl, You are a terrific story teller (as are many others on this list). Glad you're fine with another good story to tell. I hope the pickup folks made it ok, too. --shoji On Monday, February 3, 2014 3:19:18 PM UTC-5, Liesl wrote: I think this qualifies as Riv content given the nature of

Re: [RBW] Re: Project - Trail Bike

2014-02-03 Thread Anne Paulson
I love my two Atlantises. But I don't think an Atlantis is ideal for a trail bike, because it doesn't, quite, accept big tires. I have two Schwalbe Big Bens in my garage, that were supposed to go on my Atlantis. They don't fit. On Mon, Feb 3, 2014 at 11:20 AM, Lesli Larson lesli.lar...@gmail.com

Re: [RBW] Wherz the rivbike.com site?

2014-02-03 Thread Mark Guglielmana
Thanks, Dave! I'm planning on some purchases, but will probably ride + BART out to the mothership sometime soon. On Sunday, February 2, 2014 2:53:04 PM UTC-8, Dave @ Riv wrote: Hey Everybody! Check the blug for updates and a coupon... http://rivbike.tumblr.com/ This embarrassing hiccup

[RBW] WTB: White Industries 180 mm ENO Crank and/or SKF 113 mm BB

2014-02-03 Thread Mike On A Bike
Hi All, I recently put a White Industries Eno crank on my Sam as a road double and am very pleased with the crank. I also paired it with an SKF bottom bracket and love the super-smooth, bomb-proof setup. I would like to go with this setup on the QB that I am planning to have refinished, but

Re: [RBW] Re: Project - Trail Bike

2014-02-03 Thread Kellie Stapleton
RE: ECR: there's and extra small frame, check the geometry and standover height. I ride a 48 Sam and would ride a SM ECR. I already have a a SM Puglsey and it's fine. Nothing wrong with 29+ and *wide* tires; you can roll over anything, believe me. I have as yet rode my Pugsley in snow. It is

[RBW] Re: FS- lots of bike items: Nitto, Tubus, MKS, Dura-Ace

2014-02-03 Thread Bruce Smitham
On Wednesday, January 29, 2014 7:37:39 PM UTC-8, Bruce Smitham wrote: Bike items for sale- Prefer local pick up in San Diego but will consider shipping. Make me an offer if you like. Email: bsmit...@jlohr.com or call/text 310-968-6910 to discuss Nitto Campee rear rack- in perfect

[RBW] Re: Cotton and Wool Winter Army Gear

2014-02-03 Thread Bob E
I appreciate all the follow-up info (and photo), gents! Ventile seems ideal for an outer layer. (Deacon Patrick, I also just read your glowing review on the Hilltrek blog!) Cotton -- who knew?! Bob -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch

[RBW] Re: FS: Olive Sackville Lil Loafer and gray Duluth banana bag $80 each

2014-02-03 Thread rcnute
Hey, Manny--yes indeedy, both still available. Ryan On Sunday, February 2, 2014 10:21:20 PM UTC-8, Manuel Acosta wrote: Hey ryan wondering if this bag was still for sale? Buddy of mine is looking for one. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW

[RBW] Re: Cotton and Wool Winter Army Gear

2014-02-03 Thread IanA
Where can one buy these items? The wool zipper sweater sounds great. If you're inclined to post photos...would be most interested. Ian A/Canada On Sunday, February 2, 2014 8:50:25 AM UTC-7, Montclair BobbyB wrote: I got a little creative this year with my winter gear, trading synthetic

[RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

2014-02-03 Thread Joe Bernard
All is well in Riv World. Now DIE thread, DIE! On Monday, February 3, 2014 11:52:56 AM UTC-8, Brian Campbell wrote: POST SCRIPT: Bought my Medium Saddle Sack from Riv today and got the fiddlesticks discount to boot! :) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

Re: [RBW] Re: Project - Trail Bike

2014-02-03 Thread Tony DeFilippo
Not sure if it meets your needs but I've got a nice MB-4 in purple... Really small... That need a new home. http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/doc/bik/4312290767.html My 5'5 wife can fit our slightly larger MB-5 so this smaller one is ready for a new home. Cheap and has some 'Grant

[RBW] Re: Looking for my first Rivendell

2014-02-03 Thread stonehog
Mike - I have a 54 Hunq and a 59 AHH (similar to the Sam). I'm 5'11 and 160 lbs for reference. I would definitely heed others advice here, and also say that both bikes would likely be great. I find the two are definitely different in feel, with the Hunq being stiffer, and only slightly

Re: [RBW] Re: Looking for my first Rivendell

2014-02-03 Thread stonehog
Patrick - the Hunq is a great bike, no doubt, but I definitely feel that it is slightly slower for me than my AHH. The paint makes it look fast, and having the thought of the Mammoth makes me feel faster. I finally eyeball measured this very inaccurately on my nightly commute home over the

[RBW] Re: Project - Trail Bike

2014-02-03 Thread Tonester
There are a bunch of very nice lugged steel mountain bikes from the 80's. I've got two early Stumpjumpers and they make great light-duty off road bikes. And it's fairly easy to retrofit modern type shifters stuff if you're inclined. I just stay with period stuff (which there's plenty of)

[RBW] Re: FS: PassStow Porteur Rack and Freight Baggage Porteur Rack Bag

2014-02-03 Thread Jim Schwappach
Lowering price on each by $25 and $50 for the bundle. Rack price: $275. Bag: $175 Buy 'em both for $425. All prices still include shipping, or I can meet at a SF BART station. Thanks. On Friday, January 24, 2014 10:39:46 AM UTC-8, Jim Schwappach wrote: I bought both of these items new

[RBW] Re: ISO: 6 cm or 7 cm Nitto or GB stem

2014-02-03 Thread Michael
Thanks, Liz! Yes a Dynamic would do nicely! Shorter rise for weight savings, too. -- 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: ISO: 6 cm or 7 cm Nitto or GB stem

2014-02-03 Thread Michael
Nitto Young ok too, I think if the extension degree is same like the others. -- 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