$10 shipped http://www.ebay.com/itm/SRAM-PC-830-8-Speed-Chain-/121354999533
On Wednesday, June 4, 2014 10:33:12 PM UTC-5, Bill Lindsay wrote:
That's why you buy by the stack. Or that's the reason I buy by the
stack. A lot of places, including Chain Reaction (and Rivendell), do free
He did ask for 9 speed chains so...
http://www.ebikestop.com/kmc_x9_silverblack_9_speed_chain-CH4096.php
Free shipping at $109, so, maybe get 4 chains, a cassette, some tubes and
call it a day.
On Thu, Jun 5, 2014 at 7:01 AM, Ron Mc bulldog...@gmail.com wrote:
$10 shipped
The problem with nylon, or using the King / Nitto without straps as a fancy
half clip, is the rider can flatten rather than get the foot into them when
accelerating from a stand still such as from a traffic signal.
The BG half clips especially paired with White platforms but also on such
On Thu, Jun 5, 2014 at 8:51 AM, Matthew J matthewj...@gmail.com wrote:
The problem with nylon, or using the King / Nitto without straps as a
fancy half clip, is the rider can flatten rather than get the foot into
them when accelerating from a stand still such as from a traffic signal.
I rode
SR-14 is busy? I didn't think so when I rode it, granted, it was on a
Saturday morning. As for the tunnels, there are buttons before each tunnel
you can push to activate warning lights to let drivers know that there are
cyclists in the tunnel. I left my taillights on throughout the Gorge
I rode toeclips for 15+ years and I don't have problems with flattening
the cage. So I think it's a matter of what you are accustomed to and
proficient with. I see people struggling to get into clip-ins all the
time, so I don't
think it's that different.
My reference above is to using
Heh, you should put tread in quotation marks, 'cause the PariMoto don't
have any. Or much anyway...
Steve
On Wed, Jun 4, 2014 at 8:23 PM, Evan Baird vanster...@gmail.com wrote:
By the way, I've been asking them to make the Pari Moto tread in a larger
size, so if that's something you want
Hello-
I have 11 of space from the saddle loops to the rack on my AR. I'm wanting to
buy and run a large Riv Saddlesack there but I was wondering if that is too
much space. The specs for the bag make it seem that up to 9 is the max. Anyone
using a large saddlesack with more than 9 of air
I'm at 11 with at least 2 to spare.
With abandon,
Patrick
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Umm, are you fucking kidding me?
Is this really appropriate? One of the reasons I follow this group is the
respect that posters show other posters. I just don't see a need for this
(never mind you are talking to Bruce Gordon who love him or hate him is an
important person in American
Maybe I just don't get how capitalism works, but the way I understand it is if
you make a commodity and supply is outpaced by demand then other suppliers
enter the market and stimulate competition. You can either increase production
and compete on volume or raise your prices and hope that your
I dunno, this seems personal now. Maybe take this issue off-list.
On Jun 5, 2014 11:24 AM, Evan Baird vanster...@gmail.com wrote:
Maybe I just don't get how capitalism works, but the way I understand it
is if you make a commodity and supply is outpaced by demand then other
suppliers enter the
9 speed, $18 + change shipped
http://www.ebay.com/itm/SRAM-PC-951-9-Speed-Bicycle-Chain-w-Gold-Powerlink-Road-MTB-fits-FSA-Shimano-/331224048199
On Thursday, June 5, 2014 8:44:58 AM UTC-5, Jim Bronson wrote:
He did ask for 9 speed chains so...
Wait, is this about toe cages or something else? Has Ron/King Cage not
been able to keep pace with market demand? He (KC) is an admirable
source for very specific, handmade USA accessories and is just the
sort of small business I hate to see undermined (even by Nitto)... not
that it hasn't
Yes, SR 14 can be busy. And there's quite a bit of tractor trailer action
too, which isn't fun when there is little to no shoulder. Traffic lessens
the further east you go, but the section between Bridge of the Gods and
Bingen can be gnarly. Plus, the Hood River Bridge is off limits to
cyclists,
Shawn,
I'll take your word for it since I no longer live in Oregon. I will say
that WA-14 did seem really nice at 7ish am on a Saturday morning. Maybe we
just got through before the tourist traffic started.
Since the Hood River bridge doesn't allow bicycles, do either the 197 or 97
bridges
I had a too small for me mountain bike that had loadsa space, well over
12, there was a bit of a gap w/ the Large saddlesack, but there wasn't
much swaying and very minimal thigh rub (not much gap no rub when fully
loaded). Not sure what question the I don't know reply was to, but I hope
this
A wider smooth tire with an extra-supple casing... so the Schwalbes
wouldn't be such a great option.
Jan Heine
Compass Bicycles Ltd.
2116 Western Ave.
Seattle WA 98121
www.compasscycle.com
Follow our blog at http://janheine.wordpress.com/
On Wednesday, June 4, 2014 8:20:04 PM UTC-7, Anne
The key is not to give up performance on 90% of the course to gain a little
on the remaining 10%.
Jan Heine
On Thursday, June 5, 2014 9:47:30 AM UTC-7, Jan Heine wrote:
A wider smooth tire with an extra-supple casing... so the Schwalbes
wouldn't be such a great option.
Jan Heine
Compass
I don't know means Riv doesn't want to guess in favor of it working, then
have the buyer discover it doesn't. Also, they don't know.
Joe I had that bag and I don't know, either Bernard
Vallejo, CA.
On Thursday, June 5, 2014 9:46:35 AM UTC-7, EGNolan wrote:
I had a too small for me mountain
Praise be to Panaracer.
I've been riding the non tourguard Pasela's in 700 cx 35 for a while, but
summer is almost here, maybe time to lose the fenders on the Raleigh, so
I'd love to see those Pasela 38's, but I'm not having much luck... Evan, or
anyone else for that matter, do you have a
Aren't the C-lines basically pasellas anyway? No belt, same tread, probably
same casing...
You and a sharpie can make them pasellas :)
On Thu, Jun 5, 2014 at 9:56 AM, EGNolan egno...@gmail.com wrote:
Praise be to Panaracer.
I've been riding the non tourguard Pasela's in 700 cx 35 for a
Evan wins the coveted I was mean to Bruce Gordon button.
On Thursday, June 5, 2014 8:42:50 AM UTC-7, jbu...@gmail.com wrote:
Wait, is this about toe cages or something else? Has Ron/King Cage not
been able to keep pace with market demand? He (KC) is an admirable
source for very specific,
Wait, is this about toe cages or something else? Has Ron/King Cage not
been able to keep pace with market demand? He (KC) is an admirable
source for very specific, handmade USA accessories and is just the
sort of small business I hate to see undermined (even by Nitto)... not
that it
Yeah, it's a Pasela but with a folding bead. They don't offer the non TG
with a folding bead.
On Thursday, June 5, 2014 9:58:44 AM UTC-7, Christopher Chen wrote:
Aren't the C-lines basically pasellas anyway? No belt, same tread,
probably same casing...
You and a sharpie can make them
All my hopes dreams are fulfilled!
On Thursday, June 5, 2014 9:56:53 AM UTC-7, Joe Bernard wrote:
Evan wins the coveted I was mean to Bruce Gordon button.
On Thursday, June 5, 2014 8:42:50 AM UTC-7, jbu...@gmail.com wrote:
Wait, is this about toe cages or something else? Has Ron/King Cage
How small and sad a victory.
On Jun 5, 2014 1:06 PM, Evan Baird vanster...@gmail.com wrote:
All my hopes dreams are fulfilled!
On Thursday, June 5, 2014 9:56:53 AM UTC-7, Joe Bernard wrote:
Evan wins the coveted I was mean to Bruce Gordon button.
On Thursday, June 5, 2014 8:42:50 AM UTC-7,
On Wed, Jun 4, 2014 at 10:20 PM, Anne Paulson anne.paul...@gmail.com
wrote:
So then a better choice would be a wider smooth tire? Like, for example,
the Schwalbe Super-Motos?
It's probably apples to oranges but for the gravelly/unpaved roads we have
here in north TX (i.e. the flat kind) I've
Being this cranky requires years of dedication and practice. I'm still new
at it.
On Thursday, June 5, 2014 10:07:22 AM UTC-7, Peter M wrote:
How small and sad a victory.
On Jun 5, 2014 1:06 PM, Evan Baird vanst...@gmail.com javascript:
wrote:
All my hopes dreams are fulfilled!
On
The trouble with the Super Moto is, nobody seems to have it. I looked all
over online. One online store allowed me to order the Super Moto 29s, and
took my credit card and everything, but then this morning I got an email
that they were out of stock. Grrr.
I'm taking the Krampus to Montana for a
11 is perfect for the saddle sack large. Check the recent photo I posted
in a thread titled everyone should have at least one bosco bike. That
bosco bike has a Brooks saddle and a Nitto R-14 rack with exactly 11 of
clearance from rack to bag loops and there's a SaddleSack Large mounted
there
Jan-
I'd also love a wider, supple tire for gravel.
I'm a huge fan of the Grand Bois tires (I run Lierres on my Riv Road
conversion and Cerf Blues on my Giordana gofast). I'm sure I'll love the
Compass tires that will replace them.
However, I'd love a Big Apple/Supermoto sized Compass tire!
I've got about 9 and that's about right
But, worst case, get longer leather straps to hang? I also attach the
bottom of my saddlesack to the rack with bungie balls, so it's pretty damn
secure
On Thu, Jun 5, 2014 at 10:48 AM, Bill Lindsay tapebu...@gmail.com wrote:
11 is perfect for the saddle
Bumped so Norman Bone can see the photo
On Tuesday, June 3, 2014 10:49:52 AM UTC-7, Bill Lindsay wrote:
My Bosco bike was half-heartedly intended to sell at the Elementary School
auction, but I overestimated the good taste of my clientele, and the bike
is mine. Since the failed auction
Dear Evan and All Who have been following this thread,
You said being cranky requires years of dedication and practice, and that you
are new at it.
I'd say you are pretty good at it already.
My question for you is do you work in the bike biz??? Who do you work for???
Regards,
Bruce Gordon
Those pics are awesome. Despite my failed BB, I still had a blast and plan
to be there again next year with my Sam!
On Wednesday, June 4, 2014 9:26:23 AM UTC-5, Tony McG wrote:
Here are links to pictures of the race:
You do not need a facebook account to view these pics.
Rivendell Bicyle Works Custom Atlantis Touring Bike 54.5cm – High end
build delivered 7/27/13 *AS NEW Condition*
*$5,000 Cash – PayPal add 3%*
*Rivendell Bicycle Works Atlantis Custom Touring Bike Build – with high
end components intended for serious loaded Touring. Delivery
Ah, but chain cleaning (like tube patching and net mending) is a satisfying
art!
I wipe off the chain, then mix hot water with Dawn and Simple Green in a
plastic container, toss in the chain, agitate the h_ll out of it, then pour
off the liquid, wipe the chain, and rinse a couple more times.
That is quite an endorsement.
http://about.me/evanbaird/
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My question for you is do you work in the bike biz???
I do not work in the bike business.
But having bought four steel and one Ti Bruce Gordon half clips over the
years I think I am qualified to say they are very good!
On Thursday, June 5, 2014 1:13:46 PM UTC-5, bgcycles wrote:
Dear Evan
There is no specific restriction on posting RBW bike ads found here and
there.
The post should be clearly marked as to whether the ad is yours, or whether
the seller is known to you. The intent is to reduce any kind of implied
recommendation, if it's just a faceless/unknown person selling
No question about it.
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So you work at Merry sales and Interloc, then this is some personal thing
and doesn't belong on the group feed, IMO.
On Thu, Jun 5, 2014 at 2:57 PM, Matthew J matthewj...@gmail.com wrote:
My question for you is do you work in the bike biz???
I do not work in the bike business.
But having
This just in! Orders over $75 ship for F R E E !
Howdy from one of your resident RBW-shippers,
You hollered, we listened. Effective June 5, 2014, orders over $75 will
ship for free! It’s been a long time coming, and has required some trial
and error, but we’ve finally found shipping methods
I agree. Keep your personal gripes to yourself.
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Hello! Sorry to iBOB listers for the crosspost.
I started making basic small bags and have a couple for sale here:
treetop.bigcartel.com
Short story and Riv content...
I tried to set my new Riv Redwood up as a front rack loaded rando style bike.
Affected handling too much for my taste. This
Nice attitude, luckily how you act doesn't reflect on your brand, oh wait.
On Jun 5, 2014 3:14 PM, Evan Baird vanster...@gmail.com wrote:
I agree. Keep your personal gripes to yourself.
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Obviously Evan is campaigning to win Soma/Merry Sales a coveted SOPWAMTOS
Golden Toidy Award.
Grant of Rivendell won one in 2005, so this thread remains On Topic.
On Thu, Jun 5, 2014 at 12:24 PM, Peter Morgano uscpeter11...@gmail.com
wrote:
Nice attitude, luckily how you act doesn't reflect on
Jenny, you rule!
On Thursday, June 5, 2014 12:05:45 PM UTC-7, jenny klug wrote:
This just in! Orders over $75 ship for F R E E !
Howdy from one of your resident RBW-shippers,
You hollered, we listened. Effective June 5, 2014, orders over $75 will
ship for free! It’s been a long time
I may or may not work in the bike industry- I hardly see how that is relevant
here. My point was that we should be respectful. I don't think that is
unreasonable.
Cheers!
Chris
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Just for the record, I only ride Gripkings. Toe clips are strictly for
suckers who want to break their ankles.
On Thursday, June 5, 2014 12:39:03 PM UTC-7, David G wrote:
Obviously Evan is campaigning to win Soma/Merry Sales a coveted SOPWAMTOS
Golden Toidy Award.
Grant of Rivendell won
That is quite an endorsement.
http://about.me/evanbaird/
http://www.google.com/url?q=http%3A%2F%2Fabout.me%2Fevanbaird%2Fsa=Dsntz=1usg=AFQjCNFDbpDUNN6SlVPC1tYOuGvAV22XSw
Based on my experience with IRD freewheels, not sure I would claim an
association with them as bicycle props.
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Haha fair point. I meant this part.
You said being cranky requires years of dedication and practice, and that
you are new at it.
I’d say you are pretty good at it already.
On Thursday, June 5, 2014 1:41:38 PM UTC-7, Matthew J wrote:
That is quite an endorsement.
http://about.me/evanbaird/
FACT: The Cheviut and Appaloosa are both exceedingly difficult to wheelie.
I am notably inept at popping wheelies, but I'm even more inept on those
two bikes. Thank goodness there exist no photo or video records of me
trying. It's sad.
On Wednesday, June 4, 2014 5:38:58 PM UTC-7, Eric
Chad,
I can't believe I rode by without noticing your bike!!! I must have had
the tunnel vision going with the road being so crowded early in the race.
How did the Sam perform on the rough roads with your tire choice and
mustache bars? I was amazed at how stable the Atlantis was in the rough
Force Field Fatty Rumpkins! Awesome. Way to thumb your nose at the Supple
Zealots. Those FFFs are S for Stout, not S for Supple.
On Wednesday, June 4, 2014 6:01:13 PM UTC-7, Wildcat96 wrote:
It started with a light grinding sound and I thought I had a peddle or
something in my chain. I
Hi Jenny,
Does the SurePost over $75 free shipping thingy work for USPS post office
boxes?
Thanks,
Joe Bernard
Vallejo, CA.
On Thursday, June 5, 2014 12:05:45 PM UTC-7, jenny klug wrote:
This just in! Orders over $75 ship for F R E E !
Howdy from one of your resident RBW-shippers,
You
Haha BG's original point is that Nitto's product is a direct copy of one
from a small US shop which is still in production. He's right.
On Thursday, June 5, 2014 1:44:49 PM UTC-7, Evan Baird wrote:
Haha fair point. I meant this part.
You said being cranky requires years of dedication and
http://www.artofthestate.co.uk/photos/banksy_museum_picasso.jpg
On Thursday, June 5, 2014 2:21:57 PM UTC-7, Joe Bernard wrote:
Haha BG's original point is that Nitto's product is a direct copy of one
from a small US shop which is still in production. He's right.
On Thursday, June 5, 2014
Hi Joe,
Yes, SurePost ships to US PO Boxes.
Thanks!
--jenny @ RBW
On Thursday, June 5, 2014 2:13:56 PM UTC-7, Joe Bernard wrote:
Hi Jenny,
Does the SurePost over $75 free shipping thingy work for USPS post
office boxes?
Thanks,
Joe Bernard
Vallejo, CA.
On Thursday, June 5, 2014
Say it if 'ya got it.
Post a pic while yer at it!
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that is too cool a picture to ignore.
I got one from a kayak trip last weekend
http://smg.photobucket.com/user/bulldog1935/media/estes/boat/P6010014.mp4.html
On Thursday, June 5, 2014 1:55:30 PM UTC-5, Cyclofiend Jim wrote:
... or not!
Just heard from a member they were having trouble
On 06/05/2014 02:55 PM, Evan Baird wrote:
That is quite an endorsement.
http://about.me/evanbaird/
or, as someone on this list used to say, Shameless self promotion?
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I've never liked the looks of the Bosco, but now I'm thinking that might go
really well on my latest city bike build, a Breezer 26 mountain frame
converted to city bike duties. My Mary bars are still a touch low.
You can see it here:
Quickbeam all the way to the Lighthouse? Major kudos!
On Thursday, June 5, 2014 11:55:30 AM UTC-7, Cyclofiend Jim wrote:
... or not!
Just heard from a member they were having trouble attaching an image.
Found out that you need to be less than 2000 pixels on the longest end, so
just
Re MTB chain stay length: my 1990 MB-1 is much easier to pedal on long uphill
trails than my 1987 Schwinn Sierra, and the Schwinn goes downhill like a rocket
rail sled in comparison to the B'stone. Those two bikes are kind of at extremes
of chainstay length - I think the MB-1 broke ground with
Hey all -
I just deleted the Nitto/Jewelry thread as it seems to have degenerated
significantly. I was going to just go through and pick off the posts that
were getting less-than-civil, but I'm working on a project today and simply
don't have the time to do so. Hence the big hatchet.
He's not the group moderator for nothing!
Lee
SF, CA
On Jun 5, 2014, at 3:48 PM, Metin Uz uz.me...@gmail.com wrote:
Quickbeam all the way to the Lighthouse? Major kudos!
On Thursday, June 5, 2014 11:55:30 AM UTC-7, Cyclofiend Jim wrote:
... or not!
Just heard from a member they were
Hey guys this kind of talk is supposed to happen in February.
On Thu, Jun 5, 2014 at 3:27 PM, Steve Palincsar palin...@his.com wrote:
On 06/05/2014 02:55 PM, Evan Baird wrote:
That is quite an endorsement.
http://about.me/evanbaird/
or, as someone on this list used to say, Shameless
Help. I have too many bikes—too many Rivendell Bikes. I sold my Atlantis
but then bought a second Rambouillet and a Roadeo.
Here is a link to the craigslist ad. No pictures yet, but I will try to get
some up tomorrow. The bike has been well ridden (not by me) and has paint
chips and
There's no such thing as a 58 Roadeo. It comes in 57 and 59, though!
On Thursday, June 5, 2014 5:13:14 PM UTC-7, allenmichael wrote:
Help. I have too many bikes—too many Rivendell Bikes. I sold my Atlantis
but then bought a second Rambouillet and a Roadeo.
Here is a link to the craigslist
So what I'm hearing is that theres two nights at China Camp (Saturday and
Sunday) then one night at Diablo?
If thats the plan here's some rides I can suggest.
I was planning on leading a ride from the Ferry building to china camp via
that Saturday morning.
Proposed route here.
the Vee Rubber Speedster is very nice on gravel and fairly supple if you
keep the pressure down. Not so fast on pavement but either is a Big Apple.
I'd use it over the Big Apple any day of the week.. They make it in a 29
x 2.3 which would be great for your Krampus
I'm sure you'll find someone in the Bay Area. But if not I'm very interested
in this, would like to see pics.
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yea... but half the price. I found them at a few places. Panaracer doesn't
show them on their website but their out there!
~mike
On Thursday, June 5, 2014 9:58:44 AM UTC-7, Christopher Chen wrote:
Aren't the C-lines basically pasellas anyway? No belt, same tread,
probably same casing...
I have a week and plan on driving the coast pretty much the whole way...
Thanks for the comments and sorry for the slow response, its been fairly
crazy trying to wrap up work, the home front, planning, folding the
BikeFriday this evening...etc...
On Sunday, 1 June 2014 22:54:17 UTC-4, Anne
I must respectfully disagree re. the Speedster. Real nice on dirt, but on
road was like pedaling through peanut butter.
Cheers,
David
it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. - Seth Vidal
On Thu, Jun 5, 2014 at 6:18 PM, Mike Schiller mikeybi...@rocketmail.com
wrote:
the Vee Rubber
Does Riv sell the wipperman 908 chain or is it the 9sx?
On Wednesday, June 4, 2014 5:36:31 AM UTC-5, Michael Hechmer wrote:
I have never had good luck with Sram chains and have found their master
links to be particularly problematic. Some years ago I switched to
Wipperman 908 chains and
May I humbly recommend one of these while we're talking all things chain.
http://www.jensonusa.com/Park-Tool-MLP-12-Master-Link-Pliers
One of my favorite tools.
Cheers,
David
it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. - Seth Vidal
On Thu, Jun 5, 2014 at 7:55 PM, RJM crccpadu...@gmail.com
the 197 bridge allows bikes. Not saying the 97 bridge doesn't; I just don't
know
http://ridewithgps.com/routes/4762403
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Anyone have a recommended PBH on this beaut? I know there are some owners
on the list. Thanks
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landslide today just east of the Stark St bridge. With any luck it will be
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maybe you're just the sensitive type David. I got rid of mine because I
wanted some small knobs. I thought they were fine on the road, compared to
some leaden Schwalbe touring tire. Compared to a skinny road tire... yes
pretty slow.
~mike
On Thursday, June 5, 2014 7:34:29 PM UTC-7,
On Thursday, June 5, 2014 8:29:55 PM UTC-7, Peter M wrote:
Anyone have a recommended PBH on this beaut? I know there are some owners
on the list. Thanks
I'm the sensitive type...
Cheers,
David
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On Thu, Jun 5, 2014 at 8:31 PM, Mike Schiller mikeybi...@rocketmail.com
wrote:
maybe you're just the sensitive type David. I got rid of mine because I
wanted some small knobs. I thought they
Wow. Pretty impressive ride. I haven't done that many miles in a while, much
less with a loaded bike. If I do it, I would cut the fishing and go right to
bed. Ha!
Let me see if I can put some miles on and actually do it, albeit slowly.
Richard
On Jun 5, 2014, at 6:16 PM, Manuel Acosta
It depends on how bad the performance is on the remaining 10%. I've seen
the pictures of the Oregon Outback route, and I understand why a lot of the
riders wanted something wider than 42 mm tires. If I were riding that route
on 42 mm tires, I'd end up walking a lot. I'd give up a lot of speed in a
Friend of mine is selling these in PDX. He says they're great for anyone
who doesn't want to change a flat and wants a tire to last a lifetime. If
that's you, you can get hold of him through his CL ad:
http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/bik/4505558089.html
Cheers,
David
it isn't a contest.
I should add that I would be interested in trading for a 55 Roadeo or a 56
Rambouillet. I would like to at least try the next size down.
Michael Allen
On Wednesday, June 4, 2014 5:26:10 PM UTC-7, allenmichael wrote:
Green Rambouillet in San Francsico. I have an Orange (persimmon) that I
Wow. Pretty impressive ride. I haven't done that many miles in a while, much
less with a loaded bike. If I do it, I would cut the fishing and go right to
bed. Ha!
Let me see if I can put some miles on and actually do it, albeit slowly.
Richard
On Jun 5, 2014, at 6:16 PM, Manuel Acosta
Wow!! That's a nice build! Has she ever had a Rivbike before?
I have been trying to get my wife on a Betty, and now a Chevy, but she is
content with her Raleigh.
I did get her on a B67, but she didn't like it, so back to the Terry saddle.
Oh well, I guess Riv's aren't every wife's cup of
I just purchased Bruce Gordon Rock Rolls 700c X 43mm and I'm pretty sure
they are made by Panaracer/Panasonic. It's one of the reason's I chose them
besides the favorable reviews. I was looking into Surly Knard 41cm and some
Clements. I've been riding my 56 Sam Hillborne with Schwalbe Marathon
The 197 is actually a uphill bridge going northward, but there is a
sidewalk only on the east sudden of the bridge. I usually take the
sidewalk in both directions because th bridge is pretty narrow and long
enough for traffic to catch up.
The 97 is also open to bikes, it is narrow and has no
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