Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam Tire and Gearing Recommendations

2014-05-01 Thread Deacon Patrick
Och! I'm sorry, Doug.Thank you, for the great details! I'll write Surly and WI and ask what chains work with their stuff and report back. How is the SX3 working for you? How much use, on what type of roads/trails? With abandon, Patrick On Wednesday, April 30, 2014 10:02:18 PM UTC-6, D.L.

[RBW] Re: Heart's broken, Hunq headbadge fell off.

2014-05-01 Thread Marc Irwin
Mine had the silicone caulk so I guess I will opt for the tape this time around. Marc On Wednesday, April 30, 2014 10:29:22 AM UTC-4, grant wrote: On some Rambous we screwed them on, but noticed a small percentage had a big of rubbing on the steer tube from the screws (well, pop-rivets),

[RBW] Re: Heart's broken, Hunq headbadge fell off.

2014-05-01 Thread Marc Irwin
Ooh, now you got me thinkin' Marc On Wednesday, April 30, 2014 8:39:19 PM UTC-4, Michael wrote: Now is your chance to get it inscribed with your initials while it is off the bike! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To

Re: [RBW] Re: Strava heatmap

2014-05-01 Thread George Schick
Fascinating stuff. When I zoom in I can see kinds of interesting thing. One is a popular craft brewery in a Western Chicago suburb and the route that cyclists took to get there is the exact same route that I've taken many times. But I have a question: I've search all over the Strava web

[RBW] FS: Paul, Phil Wood,Nitto, Berthoud, Schwalbe, Sackville, Grandsfors Bruks et. al.

2014-05-01 Thread Bruce Smitham
Hi Mike, I'd like the following: VP-001 back pedals, Nitto Moustache bars, small shop sack, medium Sackville and maybe the tweed trunk sack. I know what the pedals are like new but can you send me a quick photo of the other items? Thanks Bruce 310-968-6910 -- You received this message

Re: [RBW] Re: Strava heatmap

2014-05-01 Thread Anton Tutter
David, they seem to be congregating at street corners. hmm... If I were to be spending my money on a street corner, what would I be paying for... just sayin'... Anton On Wednesday, April 30, 2014 5:29:54 PM UTC-7, cyclot...@gmail.com wrote: It's great for advocacy as well. It can show a

[RBW] Re: Riv Rip-off?

2014-05-01 Thread Kevin Mulcahy
Ford offers their Ford Fusion in Atlantis green as well! How Rivy of them... -- 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] Riv Rip-off?

2014-05-01 Thread Edwin W
I don't know much about this Virtue Bikes, but one color they offer is Atlantis green: http://virtuebike.com/bicycles/2014-virtue-one-atlantis-green Hm Edwin -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] Re: Strava heatmap

2014-05-01 Thread Anton Tutter
The the heat map indicates an accumulation of time spent on any given point on the map, hence intersections where you are stopped waiting for a light appear more intense. There are some intersections on my commute that light up heavily, yet there are no businesses of interest. It's still

Re: [RBW] Re: Strava heatmap

2014-05-01 Thread Addison Wilhite
Exactly. I noticed a concentration point right around the Hub Coffee Shop in Reno, a local cyclist hangout and pre/post ride hotspot. Addison Wilhite, M.A. Academy of Arts, Careers and Technologyhttp://www.washoecountyschools.org/aact/ *“Blazing the Trail to College and Career Success”*

Re: [RBW] Riv Rip-off?

2014-05-01 Thread JL
I would consider that an homage to the iconic Atlantis 2. This post-fixie city bike stuff looks to me like it is for a different market than Rivendell's fan base. I like the clearance on their bikes and the no-frills approach. With that angle it looks like they are also taking queues from

Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam Tire and Gearing Recommendations

2014-05-01 Thread Deacon Patrick
Doug, White Industries said 8 speed is their recommended, but 9 works fine also, and 1/8 works if I'm confident in my chain line. I'm curious, though, did you try WI Eno freewheel with a 9-speed and it didn't work? Surly apparently doesn't answer phones, but I've an email into them. With

[RBW] Re: Riv Rip-off?

2014-05-01 Thread hsmitham
Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. ~Hugh On Thursday, May 1, 2014 9:20:35 AM UTC-7, Edwin W wrote: I don't know much about this Virtue Bikes, but one color they offer is Atlantis green: http://virtuebike.com/bicycles/2014-virtue-one-atlantis-green Hm Edwin -- You

[RBW] Re: Heart's broken, Hunq headbadge fell off.

2014-05-01 Thread cyclotour...@gmail.com
Best idea, ever!!! On Wednesday, April 30, 2014 5:39:19 PM UTC-7, Michael wrote: Now is your chance to get it inscribed with your initials while it is off the bike! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from

Re: [RBW] Re: Strava heatmap

2014-05-01 Thread cyclotour...@gmail.com
At least it's supporting the local economy! On Thursday, May 1, 2014 9:14:17 AM UTC-7, Anton Tutter wrote: David, they seem to be congregating at street corners. hmm... If I were to be spending my money on a street corner, what would I be paying for... just sayin'... Anton -- You

[RBW] Attractive front derailers

2014-05-01 Thread Jim Bronson
I need to buy a front derailer for my build that's going on. I was willing to do an ugly derailer in the back because it was already on hand. I'll switch it out later as budget allows. However, if I'm going to buy the front, I would prefer that it was attractive. The first problem though was

[RBW] Re: Attractive front derailers

2014-05-01 Thread eflayer
I am known to be somewhat anal about my aesthetics and my bikes. (Do the words anal and aesthetics belong in the same sentence?) However, I have not spent any anal energy ever concerned about the aesthetics of my front derailleur. If it is newish looking and mechanically sound, then that is

[RBW] Re: Riv Rip-off?

2014-05-01 Thread Minh
Life's too short to take everything as a slight :) Inspired in color only, Atlantis is not a fixed-gear city bike. On Thursday, May 1, 2014 12:20:35 PM UTC-4, Edwin W wrote: I don't know much about this Virtue Bikes, but one color they offer is Atlantis green:

[RBW] Re: Attractive front derailers

2014-05-01 Thread Garth
There are all silver 28.6mm FD available :) For example : http://www.ebay.com/itm/SHIMANO-R443-ROAD-BIKE-FRONT-DERAILLEUR-28-6-CLAMP-ON-FLAT-BAR-ROAD-BIKE-SHIFTER-/360911008352?pt=US_Derailleurs_Fronthash=item5407f8f260 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Tire and Gearing Recommendations

2014-05-01 Thread Coconutbill
Congrats, Deacon! that's one of my favourite looking bikes out there. Curious, are you going with your old Albatross bars ? -- 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

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Tire and Gearing Recommendations

2014-05-01 Thread Deacon Patrick
No, I'll be trying the noodles that come with it and see how I like them for the type of riding I do, and if not going with Albastache. It's a 66 cm, so the fit is nearly identical on paper to my Hunqapillar, with identical stand over height and TT length, so I've got a good reference for how

[RBW] Re: Riv Rip-off?

2014-05-01 Thread Joe Bernard
Wow, where did *these* guys come from? That's a pretty extensive line of city and cargo bikes. And Atlantis Green looks exactly like what it is: There's no other bicycle on the market which has held this one distinctive color for 15 years, so might as well give it the bike's name. Joe Bernard

Re: [RBW] Attractive front derailers

2014-05-01 Thread Dan McNamara
The Shimano 443 is a nice front der that is available in 28.6. All silver. Shifts well on a Riv-type triple. It is a non-group piece so it falls thru the cracks. Mike at Black Mountain Cycles usually has them. The CX-70 is decent looking if you are using a double. Dan On May 1, 2014, at

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv Rip-off?

2014-05-01 Thread Addison Wilhite
Funny, I remember people complaining a little with the introduction of the Atlantis and how the color was mimicking Bianchi Celeste. Addison Wilhite, M.A. Academy of Arts, Careers and Technologyhttp://www.washoecountyschools.org/aact/ *“Blazing the Trail to College and Career Success”*

[RBW] Re: Attractive front derailers

2014-05-01 Thread Garth
FWIW, You will also be surprised at the capacity of double FD's with triple cranks . The Shimano 440 , the double sibling of the 443 is available too in a 28.6 clamp . I used a 105 fd-5500 with a 26/44/48 crank flawlessly :) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

Re: [RBW] Re: Attractive front derailers

2014-05-01 Thread Lee Chae
I use the 440 on my Ebisu to handle a wide-range double (48/30). It's very simple and classic looking, IMO. Lee On Thu, May 1, 2014 at 10:50 AM, Garth garth...@gmail.com wrote: FWIW, You will also be surprised at the capacity of double FD's with triple cranks . The Shimano 440 , the double

[RBW] New Old Speedblends

2014-05-01 Thread Chris Chen
I came across a set of used 700x35 pasela speedblends at a friend's shop the other day; after a very short conversation about them they were gifted to me and ended up in my basket. I've become my special event tires. Birthday parties, big social overnight camping trips, ALL OF PEDALPALOOZA, etc.

Re: [RBW] Re: Attractive front derailers

2014-05-01 Thread Tim Gavin
I just put a Suntour Cyclone FD on my Riv, simple and classic. But, I had to make the switch from the IRD Alpina FD when I put on the Stronglight 99 crank. The Stronglight crankarm is so close to the big ring that a FD with a flat outer plate is required, no modern sculpting. Shifts the

[RBW] in praise of the chambray shirt

2014-05-01 Thread Matthew Snyder
I almost never buy expensive clothes. Spending $82 on a shirt is generally way out of my price range, and thankfully my job allows me to wear whatever I want. But I took a chance on the black-gray chambray shirt Rivendell sells, because it was pretty much exactly what I was looking for in

[RBW] Re: in praise of the chambray shirt

2014-05-01 Thread Deacon Patrick
I have two and love them. The nut buttons die fast and hard in our laundry system (an old-style hand churned/ringer washer -- the the ringer that kills them), so I've ended up with an eclectic collection on there. My only request to the sewing minions is that I not end up with rainbows or

Re: [RBW] FS: Paul, Phil Wood,Nitto, Berthoud, Schwalbe, Sackville, Grandsfors Bruks et. al.

2014-05-01 Thread Jim Bronson
Is the trunk sack small or large? I would be interested in a large. On Thursday, May 1, 2014, Mike On A Bike shaljia...@guilford.edu wrote: Hey everybody, I am making a long overdue clearout of the Bike Barn and I've got a whole lot of parts I'd like to sell soon. I have included shipping

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv Rip-off?

2014-05-01 Thread oldmangabe
It's a colorway people. It's not trademarked by Riv or anyone as far as I can tell and it isn't hurting the brand or image of Riv (the only way Riv could contest the issue). As previously stated it appears to be an inspiration point for a company trying to push cycling as a lifestyle choice

[RBW] WTB: Nitto Saddle Bag Grip R50

2014-05-01 Thread Jason Ferrier
I was planning to make my own, but came to the realization that I want to use my saddle bag sooner than I'll actually motivate to get to the hardware store and make one. I don't need the quick release if you want to keep it and save me some cash. I'm in Oakland, CA and will just pick up a new

[RBW] FS: 650B x 32.8mm Speedblend tires

2014-05-01 Thread Jason Ferrier
I have two very good condition Rivendell / Panaracer Nifty Swifty 650b x 32.8mm (or so) tires. Here's a photo: http://photos-d.ak.instagram.com/hphotos-ak-ash/926982_594877863937491_2071055492_n.jpg Note that the colored sidewall is only on one side. Make offer for pickup in SF or East Bay.

[RBW] Re: Riv Rip-off?

2014-05-01 Thread 'doc' via RBW Owners Bunch
Doesn't Riv refer to it as Seafoam? On Thursday, May 1, 2014 12:20:35 PM UTC-4, Edwin W wrote: I don't know much about this Virtue Bikes, but one color they offer is Atlantis green: http://virtuebike.com/bicycles/2014-virtue-one-atlantis-green Hm Edwin -- You received this message

[RBW] Betty Foy Headbadge and 5258

2014-05-01 Thread Cecily Walker
I'm sure someone here (Hi, Grant!) knows the meaning of the number 5258 on the Betty Foy headbadge. Can anyone clue me in? By the way, today's warm, sunny Spring weather was a perfect day to be riding a bike with tiny hearts all over the frame. I smiled all the way into work. -- You

Re: [RBW] Riv Rip-off?

2014-05-01 Thread Steve Palincsar
On 05/01/2014 12:20 PM, Edwin W wrote: I don't know much about this Virtue Bikes, but one color they offer is Atlantis green: http://virtuebike.com/bicycles/2014-virtue-one-atlantis-green Hm Is Atlantis a trade-mark? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Re: Strava heatmap

2014-05-01 Thread Bill Lindsay
If you are ever in doubt whether there's a decent route from A to B, that heat map sure could give you a clue. It would be nice if they could be smart enough to filter out the data that shows the GPS still running on the roof of the car on the freeway. On Wednesday, April 30, 2014 10:56:46

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv Rip-off?

2014-05-01 Thread Joe Bernard
Yes, I remember that! The funniest part is that Bianchi considers their color a blue :) On Thursday, May 1, 2014 10:47:27 AM UTC-7, Addison wrote: Funny, I remember people complaining a little with the introduction of the Atlantis and how the color was mimicking Bianchi Celeste. Addison

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv Rip-off?

2014-05-01 Thread Chris Chen
I always thought it was soviet submarine green or some such On Thu, May 1, 2014 at 2:00 PM, Joe Bernard joerem...@gmail.com wrote: Yes, I remember that! The funniest part is that Bianchi considers their color a blue :) On Thursday, May 1, 2014 10:47:27 AM UTC-7, Addison wrote: Funny, I

[RBW] Re: Attractive front derailers

2014-05-01 Thread Dennis Hogan
Hi Jim I contacted Mark at Riv regarding upgrading the crankset on my Homer to a Sugino triple and he recommended a Shimano Claris FD-2403-B front derailer. They stock them for builds at Riv World Headquarters but don't have them in the catalog. It is not totally silver - the clamp is gray

[RBW] Re: Attractive front derailers

2014-05-01 Thread Dennis Hogan
P.S. The Claris works fine with a 9-speed cassett Dennis in PDX On Thursday, May 1, 2014 9:49:53 AM UTC-7, Jim Bronson wrote: I need to buy a front derailer for my build that's going on. I was willing to do an ugly derailer in the back because it was already on hand. I'll switch it out

[RBW] Re: sighted: double-top tube Atlantis!

2014-05-01 Thread jandrews_nyc
no one has actually mentioned the DTT Atlantis. What size is that? 58? Will they all be coming this way or it's an option? I like it. On Wednesday, April 30, 2014 8:44:05 PM UTC-4, Michael wrote: Creative cable hanging off the stem! -- You received this message because you are subscribed

Re: [RBW] Re: sighted: double-top tube Atlantis!

2014-05-01 Thread dougP
Jitensha flat bars? Your wife is right; a little black goes a long way on an orange bike. Looking very nice. dougP On Monday, April 28, 2014 3:11:16 PM UTC-7, jbu...@gmail.com wrote: oh, c'mon Bubs - you shoulda been onto this by now? ;-)

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv Rip-off?

2014-05-01 Thread Montclair BobbyB
I love the widely varied stories on the origin of Celeste, my favorite being Bianchi combined all its leftover paint, and Celeste was the resulting color... Surely there must be a Tolkienesque tale explaining the origin of the Atlantis Green... On Thursday, May 1, 2014 5:00:20 PM UTC-4, Joe

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv Rip-off?

2014-05-01 Thread dougP
I've had a few old timers mention that about my Atlantis. Parked next to a Bianchi, it is a different color, though, and celeste Bianchis usually hae blue decals. dougP On Thursday, May 1, 2014 10:47:27 AM UTC-7, Addison wrote: Funny, I remember people complaining a little with the

Re: [RBW] Re: Two more builds

2014-05-01 Thread Montclair BobbyB
Tom: Once again you've outdone yourself... Another AWESOME build! Great color choice, too!!! Bobby On Wednesday, April 30, 2014 12:22:38 PM UTC-4, Pudge wrote: “I took a page out of Pudge's book in that I bought the bike for $400, did the overhaul, added about $400 worth of parts and

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv Rip-off?

2014-05-01 Thread dougP
There's a mythical but possibly true story that the only color Bianchi could get post WW!! was some type of blue or green that became Celeste when mixed with Italian navy gray as a way to stretch out the hard to get paint. The Soviet thing is the model paint we use to touch up Atlantis. I

Re: [RBW] Re: sighted: double-top tube Atlantis!

2014-05-01 Thread Mike Williams
I am the proud owner of the 2TT 64cm Atlantis, I'll post some pics when I finish the build. Its not a stock thing to my knowkedge, Im just a fan of the 2TT. I sold a 61cm that always felt a tad small. Super excited to build it up and ride on!-Mike Sent from my iPhone On May 1,

Re: [RBW] Interim tour report from a ride on an Atlantis

2014-05-01 Thread dougP
The elves get around: https://www.flickr.com/photos/33786397@N03/ Great report on the Atlantis. In 50,000 miles of touring, I've yet to actually break anything. Worn out a few things but never had anything just go sprong leave me hanging. dougP On Wednesday, April 30, 2014 3:44:29 PM

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Tire and Gearing Recommendations

2014-05-01 Thread Deacon Patrick
After email Grant and talking with Mark and Kevin at Rivendell today I've decided on a more conservative approach to fixed gear: -- Get used to the bike and its pedal clearance with SS. -- Try fixed after a while, once I know pedal clearance will work where I'm riding. Basic message from both

Re: [RBW] Re: WTB: Albatross bars, V brakes, and a question

2014-05-01 Thread dougP
Interesting idea, especially considering the abandoned cog is an 11 or 12. That's an idea worth looking into. OTOH, if the cassette is not the aforementioned oddball design (would Shimano do such a thing?) there's plenty of nicely spaced wide range 7 speeds with usable tooth counts. You've

Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam Tire and Gearing Recommendations

2014-05-01 Thread Patrick Moore
That sounds a very reasonable approach to me, given the QB's lower bb. Note that if you decide you like fixed off road, nice mtbs from the immediately pre suspension era are still relatively available and cheap, and with an ENO hub'd wheel and some 60 mm tires, you'd be all set. One of the nicest

[RBW] Re: 7 speed cassette question

2014-05-01 Thread Zack
So I have some stuff going on that makes working on the bike less of an option, took it into local shop that helped me out by grinding down the spacer on the first swap. First experience was awesome, dude was chill and helped. This time: Me: I want to swap this cassette out for a 7 speed...

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv Rip-off?

2014-05-01 Thread 'Chris Lampe 2' via RBW Owners Bunch
Funny. When I was younger I read a novel called MIG Pilot* which was the story of Victor Belenko, the guy who defected to the U.S.A. via Tokyo with a MIG-25 back in the 1970's. The book stated that the interior of Soviet cockpits was green because their researchers thought green was the most

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv Rip-off?

2014-05-01 Thread Hugh Smitham
Chris, Great story. ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” ― Albert Einstein http://velocipedemusings.blogspot.com/ On Thu, May 1, 2014 at 5:09 PM, 'Chris Lampe 2' via RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com wrote: Funny. When I

Re: [RBW] Re: 7 speed cassette question

2014-05-01 Thread Chris Chen
5.0 vs 4.8mm Wars have been fought over 0.2mm. cc On Thu, May 1, 2014 at 4:56 PM, Zack zack...@gmail.com wrote: So I have some stuff going on that makes working on the bike less of an option, took it into local shop that helped me out by grinding down the spacer on the first swap. First

[RBW] Re: 7 speed cassette question

2014-05-01 Thread Zack
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-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to

[RBW] Re: in praise of the chambray shirt

2014-05-01 Thread Alex Moll
I love them, too. Got at least 3 of the blue, and 2 of the black. They are really fantastic. -- 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: New Head-Badge Poster!

2014-05-01 Thread Mark Reimer
Wow, this is fantastic! can't wait for the high-res! Definitely going on the wall On Tuesday, April 29, 2014 8:24:24 PM UTC-5, Marty wrote: Can't believe it's been two years since the last version - about time I came up with a new one. Bigger and better than ever, this one contains every

[RBW] FS: Sackville, VO, Specialzed items

2014-05-01 Thread 'Brian' via RBW Owners Bunch
Hi, I have an XS SaddleSack (has two clasps to keep it closed) and a front TrunkSack. Both Olive and about four years old but have been off the bike for two of them. Asking $50 for the SaddleSack and $90 for the TrunkSack, or both for $130 including shipping. Also a set of VO brown leather

[RBW] Re: FS - Nitto stems, Sugino seatpost

2014-05-01 Thread samwell187
Pearl and seatpost sold. Regarding the Young: the clamp diameter as I measure it is 25.4 mm. The rise is a little over 3 cm and the distance from min insertion is around 8.5 cm. Still totally functional and in great shape -- no reason an adult couldn't use it on their bike. -Sam On

[RBW] Re: Attractive front derailers

2014-05-01 Thread Mathew Greiner
Not this? http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/clem01.htm On Thursday, May 1, 2014 11:49:53 AM UTC-5, Jim Bronson wrote: I need to buy a front derailer for my build that's going on. I was willing to do an ugly derailer in the back because it was already on hand. I'll switch it out later as

[RBW] Re: New Old Speedblends

2014-05-01 Thread Mathew Greiner
Spectacular. I'm waiting to hear more about the front lawn in the basket. On Thursday, May 1, 2014 1:06:11 PM UTC-5, Christopher Chen wrote: I came across a set of used 700x35 pasela speedblends at a friend's shop the other day; after a very short conversation about them they were gifted to

[RBW] Re: Velcro straps for platform pedals

2014-05-01 Thread Mathew Greiner
Here are some leather MUSA foot-holding things: http://www.freightbags.com/collections/store/products/plemons-co-double-straps Etsy has a surprising wealth of intrepid US individuals doing cycling things (and the non US folk are worth supporting, too).

[RBW] Re: in praise of the chambray shirt

2014-05-01 Thread Mathew Greiner
I have one of the extra large that was on closeout and I love it. Because it is a wide fit, I, too, was a little concerned by the sizing (though I knew I needed a Large, was just swayed by the cost). What I've found is that the generous fit lets it act like a nice overshirt to dress up a

Re: [RBW] Re: Quickbeam Tire and Gearing Recommendations

2014-05-01 Thread Deacon Patrick
I've been riding various short rides and their hills in poser ss mode that are shorter than many of the hills I ride on trails (that are still snow locked, so inaccessible), so they are a good analog for at least benchmarking where I am at the moment. My test gear is 46.8 (36-21) and I'm

Re: [RBW] Re: New Old Speedblends

2014-05-01 Thread Chris Chen
It's what was left over from my two-wheeled easter egg hunt: https://www.flickr.com/photos/lumachrome/13939777692/ You know, for the kids* *beer for me On Thu, May 1, 2014 at 11:34 AM, Mathew Greiner mathew.grei...@gmail.comwrote: Spectacular. I'm waiting to hear more about the front lawn

[RBW] Re: Quickbeam Tire and Gearing Recommendations

2014-05-01 Thread Deacon Patrick
For comparison, my low gear on my Hunqapillar is 19.5, though I now have an 18.4 low since switching to a 9-speed cassette (but I'll likely not use that much -- I switched cassette to lower the range of the middle ring, a conversion which worked spectacularly). But I load the Hunqapillar down

[RBW] Re: 7 speed cassette question

2014-05-01 Thread Philip Williamson
I actually just changed a 9sp cassette for a 7sp, and the shifting got way worse. I think maybe the cassette isn't on tight. 9sp = 12-25 7sp = 12-32 Right now I'm practicing saying, as casually as possible, Seven speed is five-point-oh, eight speed is four-point-eight. Common knowledge.

[RBW] 30daysofbiking

2014-05-01 Thread Eunice Chang
I thought I'd share my experiences on 30 days of biking last month here: https://sleepyneko.exposure.co/30-days-of-biking Warning: it's kind of long and well, teary. But if you read it all the way through you might be rewarded with glimpses of Thumper Buttercup, aka Seth's A.H.H., which I

[RBW] Re: 30daysofbiking

2014-05-01 Thread Cecily Walker
This was beautiful, Eunice. Thank you for sharing it with us. On Thursday, May 1, 2014 6:10:32 PM UTC-7, Eunice Chang wrote: I thought I'd share my experiences on 30 days of biking last month here: https://sleepyneko.exposure.co/30-days-of-biking Warning: it's kind of long and well, teary.

[RBW] Re: 30daysofbiking

2014-05-01 Thread Deacon Patrick
Beautiful, Eunice. Thank you for sharing some of your journey. I love how you were gently guided by circumstance to ride Seth's Homer. Heart wrenchingly wonderful. We lost a daughter a number of years ago, and I still tear up as I'm typing this, seeing her as her never seen on earth timeless

[RBW] 30daysofbiking

2014-05-01 Thread murphyjrfk
Great stuff. Thanks for sharing. -- 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: Sackville, VO, Specialzed items

2014-05-01 Thread Coconutbill
Hi there, I'll happily take the xs saddle sack, thank you. still available? is it a tweed trunk sack? large or small? thank you very much! evan -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] Re: 30daysofbiking

2014-05-01 Thread Shoji Takahashi
Thank you, Eunice. Ride with love, always... indeed. Shoji On Thursday, May 1, 2014 9:40:28 PM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote: Beautiful, Eunice. Thank you for sharing some of your journey. I love how you were gently guided by circumstance to ride Seth's Homer. Heart wrenchingly wonderful.

[RBW] Re: FS: Sackville, VO, Specialzed items

2014-05-01 Thread Coconutbill
Brian, I'm having issues responding off-list... please try messaging me. best, 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

[RBW] Re: Attractive front derailers

2014-05-01 Thread ascpgh
I've got a handful of Suntour X-1s that I have on my bikes. Cheap, not ugly, triple capable but not frankenstein-looking. they shift well too. Andy Cheatham Pittsburgh, ps On Thursday, May 1, 2014 12:49:53 PM UTC-4, Jim Bronson wrote: I need to buy a front derailer for my build that's going

[RBW] Re: 30daysofbiking

2014-05-01 Thread Bob E
Beautifully done; another reminder of the restorative powers of the bicycle. Keep rolling! Bob E. -- 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] New Old Speedblends

2014-05-01 Thread Eunice Chang
I have a friend who, every time I mention Ooh, I like this bike! I like that one! says [color of the bike] is the fastest color. He'd say you have won the lottery big time. -E. On Thu, May 1, 2014 at 2:06 PM, Chris Chen cc...@nougat.org wrote: I came across a set of used 700x35 pasela

[RBW] Re: in praise of the chambray shirt

2014-05-01 Thread Reid
On Thursday, May 1, 2014 11:25:35 AM UTC-7, Matthew Snyder wrote: Was it worth $82? I don't own enough $82 shirts to compare it to, so it's hard to say. But I'm very happy with it and would probably buy another one if this one were lost. Matthew Snyder Seattle WA Don't wait until

[RBW] Re: Attractive front derailers

2014-05-01 Thread reynoldslugs
Microshift looks good, here on Della Santa https://www.flickr.com/photos/41563482@N06/13782517824/ Suntour Superbe is good too, here on Heron: https://www.flickr.com/photos/41563482@N06/13019054894/ Both shift great. Max B -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[RBW] Re: Velcro straps for platform pedals

2014-05-01 Thread BSWP
Thanks, guys. I'll report back with whatever I end up testing. - Andrew, Berkeley -- 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: Attractive front derailers

2014-05-01 Thread Jim Bronson
What model Microshift is that? On Thu, May 1, 2014 at 11:00 PM, reynoldslugs be...@perrylaw.net wrote: Microshift looks good, here on Della Santa https://www.flickr.com/photos/41563482@N06/13782517824/ Suntour Superbe is good too, here on Heron:

Re: [RBW] FS: Paul, Phil Wood,Nitto, Berthoud, Schwalbe, Sackville, Grandsfors Bruks et. al.

2014-05-01 Thread Mike On A Bike
Hi all, Sorry for being late in responding to some of your emails, it's been quite a flurry of sales. I can say for certain that the Saddlesack, Thin Gripsters, Shopsack, Tweed Trunksack and GB Felling Axe are all sold. I am awaiting responses on many other items and will post an updated PDF

Re: [RBW] FS: Paul, Phil Wood,Nitto, Berthoud, Schwalbe, Sackville, Grandsfors Bruks et. al.

2014-05-01 Thread Mike On A Bike
Sorry to post an additional message that relates to my personal preferences, but I would appreciate inquires to be sent as separate messages rather than as reply to author. With so many items listed, it becomes a little nightmarish to look at an email thread of 50+ and growing emails. Thanks

Re: [RBW] Re: Attractive front derailers

2014-05-01 Thread reynoldslugs
The microshift FD on that Blue Della Santa is branded and sold as a Sun XCD. I should have mentioned that, sorry. I got mine from Soma Fab, the somafab.com website still lists them for sale. Max -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch

[RBW] Long shot: WTT DA 7400 7 sp shifters for 8

2014-05-01 Thread Bertin753
I just came into a nice 7400 crank to replace the ultra compact TA, and I'd like to run, and index, 8 instead of 7 cogs to regain some of the range lost by going to considerably larger cogs (say 17-28 with the 53/39 vs 13-23 for the 44/30). The gaps in back diminish as the cogs get bigger.

[RBW] Re: FS: Paul, Phil Wood,Nitto, Berthoud, Schwalbe, Sackville, Grandsfors Bruks et. al.

2014-05-01 Thread Tonester
Mike - my apologies if this is the incorrect method of response, but I'm down for the paul flatbed. On Thursday, May 1, 2014 12:56:40 AM UTC-7, Mike On A Bike wrote: Hey everybody, I am making a long overdue clearout of the Bike Barn and I've got a whole lot of parts I'd like to sell soon. I

Re: [RBW] 30daysofbiking

2014-05-01 Thread Chris Chen
Absolutely. Wonderful. On May 1, 2014 6:10 PM, Eunice Chang sleepyn...@gmail.com wrote: I thought I'd share my experiences on 30 days of biking last month here: https://sleepyneko.exposure.co/30-days-of-biking Warning: it's kind of long and well, teary. But if you read it all the way

Re: [RBW] 30daysofbiking

2014-05-01 Thread Anne Paulson
Eunice, thank you so much for sharing this. So touching. So sad. So happy. -- Anne On Thu, May 1, 2014 at 6:10 PM, Eunice Chang sleepyn...@gmail.com wrote: I thought I'd share my experiences on 30 days of biking last month here: https://sleepyneko.exposure.co/30-days-of-biking Warning: