Re: [RBW] Where do you find the time?

2014-02-22 Thread Eric Daume
As the father of three small kids (ages 7 and 5 and 5), I work them into my riding whenever I can. I try to get out once a week for a few hours by myself, either on the road or on the mtb, and maybe a quick 10 mile evening spin once or twice a week through our local metro park. Aside from that

[RBW] Re: Where do you find the time?

2014-02-22 Thread Michael Hechmer
Forget the brevets and the long solitary hours in the countryside. Ride with your children, at their pace. It's a great way to stay connected as they grow up, pass through puberty and into the world. And it will be a great way to reconnect when they return home. The Deacon's advice is spot

[RBW] Re: Where do you find the time?

2014-02-22 Thread WETH
Michael, you and Deacon explained the approach I have taken and have enjoyed. In addition, I am fortunate that my wife is able to handle our children's school drop-off and pick-up several days a week. This allows me to cycle to work 1-3 times a week. -- You received this message because you

[RBW] Re: DC Sunrise Coffee

2014-02-22 Thread Tony DeFilippo
I promise not to cross post with a local forum often, I've started a running thread on the Bike Arlington forums to make notifications for future sunrise coffee rides in the DC area so I won't clutter up the RBW page to much...

[RBW] Re: Where do you find the time?

2014-02-22 Thread Marc Irwin
I started riding because I had no time for recreation. In '71 I was working full time at night in an office and going to school during the day. The sedentary life got to me and I started riding my bike just to work a little recreation into my day. Never stopped. These days, I use my car

[RBW] Re: Dog Snack Thievery-English riding jacket survives

2014-02-22 Thread Ron Mc
sounds like they need to make postman uniforms from this material On Friday, February 21, 2014 10:18:50 PM UTC-6, Michael wrote: It may have been designed to be an English Bulldog proof jacket. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch

[RBW] my nephew (mostly his wife) in Kazakhstan

2014-02-22 Thread Ron Mc
http://303cycling.com/Eastern-Colorado-Native-turns-Kazakh-Cyclist -- 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] WTB 7 Spd Shimano Freehub - Hyperglide

2014-02-22 Thread John Hawrylak
Wanted To Buy 126mm OLD rear hub using 7 speed Shimano Hyper-glide Cassettes (not Uniglide) with 36 or 40 holes. Want to get a front dynohub wheel (700C) for lights for brevets and need a 700C rear. Currently have 27” wheels with 7spd freewheel. Allows me to upgrade my 1988

[RBW] Re: bike commute meals

2014-02-22 Thread Matt Lynch
I've been riding to work since 1996. My round trip commutes have been between 25 and 55 miles. I'm currently averaging 30 miles but have been know to wander a bit. My go to meal is: - a tall glass of water out the door. - followed by a banana (I drive to my starting point) - I pack the

Re: [RBW] my nephew (mostly his wife) in Kazakhstan

2014-02-22 Thread cyclotourist
Great story!!! Go to college, kids! Cheers, David it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. - Seth Vidal On Sat, Feb 22, 2014 at 7:51 AM, Ron Mc bulldog...@gmail.com wrote: http://303cycling.com/Eastern-Colorado-Native-turns-Kazakh-Cyclist -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: Hello - DO NOT CLICK THROUGH!/list admin

2014-02-22 Thread Cyclofiend Jim
DO NOT CLICK THROUGH on the link in this thread. I'm just responding to the this so that members who view via email only will see the warning (original thread has been deleted). - Jim / list admin On Friday, February 21, 2014 2:43:01 PM UTC-8, GeorgeS wrote: Hey, I am sending you this

[RBW] Re: Where do you find the time?

2014-02-22 Thread Cyclofiend Jim
It strikes me that seldom have I ever felt like I was riding enough. Which is a good think, me thinks. I'm guessing your really talking about finding the time to do the prep rides so you aren't seriously undermiled during the event. The best advice I ever got was that no ride is too short.

[RBW] Re: Where do you find the time?

2014-02-22 Thread Tim Tetrault
Murphy- I have a 16 month old and wanted to express my gratitude for your OP. I see my single or childless friends off doing all of these interesting jaunts on the weekends, and I am up to my neck in laundry or wondering where we're going to live once a second little one comes around (although

[RBW] Re: Where do you find the time?

2014-02-22 Thread Deacon Patrick
Also thanks to Deacon for the encouraging words re: rest. If I may, I'd like to clarify about Sabbath and it's meaning. Rejuvenation would be a better understanding of Sabbath than rest. What rejuvenates you? How can you build Right Relationship with God, yourself, family, and friends? It may

[RBW] Ultra-cheap 65cm Redwood on the 'bay

2014-02-22 Thread Bill Lindsay
Not mine, but it's in Connecticut, so we have lots of listers who could scope it out for you: ebay Redwood in GREENhttp://www.ebay.com/itm/65cm-Rivendell-Redwood-Bicycle-/291086585595?_trksid=p2056016.l4276 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW

[RBW] Re: Ultra-cheap 65cm Redwood on the 'bay

2014-02-22 Thread Tom Harrop
Cool, too small for me though. The Redwood is from before the long reach Tektro brake era of Rivs, so it would have limited tyre clearance (by current Riv standards), right? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe

[RBW] Re: Ultra-cheap 65cm Redwood on the 'bay

2014-02-22 Thread Bill Lindsay
Right. A Redwood is essentially a Largish sized, budget Rambouillet. On Saturday, February 22, 2014 12:26:32 PM UTC-8, Tom Harrop wrote: Cool, too small for me though. The Redwood is from before the long reach Tektro brake era of Rivs, so it would have limited tyre clearance (by current

Re: [RBW] Re: Ultra-cheap 65cm Redwood on the 'bay

2014-02-22 Thread Bruce Herbitter
It fits a 37 mm tire which isn't too shabby. On 2/22/2014 2:55 PM, Bill Lindsay wrote: Right. A Redwood is essentially a Largish sized, budget Rambouillet. On Saturday, February 22, 2014 12:26:32 PM UTC-8, Tom Harrop wrote: Cool, too small for me though. The Redwood is from before the

[RBW] FS Nitto/Shimino/Silver cockpit

2014-02-22 Thread blakcloud
Nitto Noodle bars 44 cm Nitto Talux stem 9 cm Shimano Tiagra brake levers Silver bar end shifters Condition 9.2104 out of 10. Sold as a package at this time Retail value $282.00 Price $141.00 plus shipping. I will be shipping from Niagara Falls New York, zip code 14303 and using UPS if

Re: [RBW] Re: Ultra-cheap 65cm Redwood on the 'bay

2014-02-22 Thread cyclotourist
A large-sized Romulus. Cheers, David it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. - Seth Vidal On Sat, Feb 22, 2014 at 12:55 PM, Bill Lindsay tapebu...@gmail.com wrote: Right. A Redwood is essentially a Largish sized, budget Rambouillet. On Saturday, February 22, 2014 12:26:32 PM UTC-8,

[RBW] That big 700C tire we've been waiting for?

2014-02-22 Thread Brian Hanson
http://janheine.wordpress.com/2014/02/22/introducing-the-full-line-of-compass-tires/ Love the names! Looks like some testing may be in order... Brian Hanson Seattle, WA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] Re: That big 700C tire we've been waiting for?

2014-02-22 Thread Matthew J
Jan really has done a good job making quality clinchers available. On Saturday, February 22, 2014 6:41:30 PM UTC-6, stonehog wrote: http://janheine.wordpress.com/2014/02/22/introducing-the-full-line-of-compass-tires/ Love the names! Looks like some testing may be in order... Brian Hanson

[RBW] FS 60cm 2011 Green Sam Hillborne

2014-02-22 Thread Steven Silbert
Hello everyone, I'm looking to sell a green double top tube Sam that I bought new from Rivendell back in 2011. I'm going to preface this by saying that I love the bike and by no means wish to part with it, but I plan on moving to Japan this year to work and a folding bike like a Brompton or

[RBW] Re: That big 700C tire we've been waiting for?

2014-02-22 Thread rcnute
Super excited about blackwall 650bx42mm. Ryan On Saturday, February 22, 2014 4:41:30 PM UTC-8, stonehog wrote: http://janheine.wordpress.com/2014/02/22/introducing-the-full-line-of-compass-tires/ Love the names! Looks like some testing may be in order... Brian Hanson Seattle, WA --

[RBW] Re: FS 60cm 2011 Green Sam Hillborne

2014-02-22 Thread Steven Silbert
Sorry, make that a 6 cm Nitto stem, not a 60 cm one! On Saturday, February 22, 2014 5:46:30 PM UTC-8, Steven Silbert wrote: Hello everyone, I'm looking to sell a green double top tube Sam that I bought new from Rivendell back in 2011. I'm going to preface this by saying that I love the

[RBW] New Compass tires?

2014-02-22 Thread Leslie
So, how does a Babyshoe Pass compare to a Hetre? (Also, typo on the Babyshoe link, takes you to the Loup Loup page; and, it has a 28.5 MTB listed instead of 27.5) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] Re: That big 700C tire we've been waiting for?

2014-02-22 Thread Kieran J
I never did try the Soma/OAC C-Lines, but I might have to try these 700x38s! KJ On Saturday, February 22, 2014 7:41:30 PM UTC-5, stonehog wrote: http://janheine.wordpress.com/2014/02/22/introducing-the-full-line-of-compass-tires/ Love the names! Looks like some testing may be in order...

[RBW] Re: FS 60cm 2011 Green Sam Hillborne

2014-02-22 Thread Steven Silbert
The Saddle bag has been sold On Saturday, February 22, 2014 5:46:30 PM UTC-8, Steven Silbert wrote: Hello everyone, I'm looking to sell a green double top tube Sam that I bought new from Rivendell back in 2011. I'm going to preface this by saying that I love the bike and by no means wish

[RBW] Re: Where do you find the time?

2014-02-22 Thread Bryan
Great post! I'm married with five kids and a busy job, so I can certainly sympathize! Sometimes I read those ride reports and look at photos that people post and I get frustrated that I can't be out there more. But then I remind myself how lucky I am to be able to commute to work everyday on my

[RBW] Re: Traveling with a Sam - recs for a travel case?

2014-02-22 Thread Coconutbill
I own an Iron Case, and have used it on occassion. It does the trick and seems strong and not overly heavy. -- 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: How many mountain bikes do you own?

2014-02-22 Thread Coconutbill
So excited to finally ride this bike; a few more additions and She'll be ready to go. http://www.flickr.com/photos/coconutbill/12710081363/ -evan -- 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: How many mountain bikes do you own?

2014-02-22 Thread Christopher Murray
One, a 1996 Trek 930 that I bought new in the box in 2008 for $149. It is a wonderful, mediocre, rigid fork, musa steel bike. Woulda bought ten of them had they been available. Only weird thing is the 1 1/8 threaded headset. Chris -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

[RBW] Re: Sam H. + Hetres + Fenders = Tire Rub?

2014-02-22 Thread carnerda...@bellsouth.net
I have a 52 green and gold Sam H with the original Fatty Rumpkins and VO stainless steel fenders (58 mm). There is greater than 1 cm clearance between tire and fender all around, front and rear. No rubbing. Incidentally, the Fatty Rumpkins measure slightly wider (39mm) on Atlas rims than my

Re: [RBW] Beyond Bag Matching

2014-02-22 Thread rob markwardt
And when the blue liquid has to come out.stop here. http://www.flickr.com/photos/77502424@N00/2207966391 On Saturday, February 22, 2014 2:30:59 PM UTC-8, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: So many ways to accessorize! http://www.flickr.com/photos/cyclotourist/888619852/

Re: [RBW] Beyond Bag Matching

2014-02-22 Thread Eric Norris
Wow. I am so glad that there are others with my ... problem. --Eric On Feb 22, 2014, at 8:45 PM, rob markwardt robmar...@hotmail.com wrote: And when the blue liquid has to come out.stop here. http://www.flickr.com/photos/77502424@N00/2207966391 On Saturday, February 22, 2014 2:30:59

[RBW] WTT: Nitto Technomic Deluxe 11cm for 12cm

2014-02-22 Thread rw1911
WTT: Nitto Technomic Deluxe 11cm for 12cm. Trying to dial in my fit, please email me off list. -- 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: Sam H. + Hetres + Fenders = Tire Rub?

2014-02-22 Thread Aaron Young
I pumped the Hetres up to 50psi and went on a ride today. Overall, there was less of a feeling/sound of a rub. However, occasionally under heavy load the feeling persisted. Wondering if maybe its a bottom bracket issue (or maybe even a seat issue?). For reference I just measured my Hetres and

[RBW] New Compass tires?

2014-02-22 Thread Aaron Young
I was wondering the same thing. I have no insider info, but my guess is the Babyshoe is a rebranded Hetre in a different color. I very well could be wrong though. Aaron willing to hazzard a guess Young The Dalles, OR On Sat, Feb 22, 2014 at 6:40 PM, Leslie leslie.bri...@gmail.com wrote: So,