[RBW] Re: 54 CM Rivendell Saluki Complete for Sale

2017-07-04 Thread DB
Switchback hills are a tight fit but 42s and fenders are fine. On Tuesday, July 4, 2017 at 8:01:13 PM UTC-7, Hugh Smitham wrote: > > I've heard that before. What the max wheel size? > > ~hugh > > On Tuesday, July 4, 2017 at 11:14:27 AM UTC-7, Christopher Murray wrote: >> >> Beauty! Worth noting

[RBW] Re: Frame build up ideas

2017-07-04 Thread Dave
It’s totally possible I should try the bosco’s again, though I think I’m more inclined to find a less upright approach. Anything somewhere between an albastache and an albatross? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] QUESTION: Rat Trap Pass

2017-07-04 Thread Rod Holland
30 front, 35 rear, on a mix of pavement and gravel/dirt/roots/rocks. rod -- 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] Stolen - 64 cm Atlantis - Phoenix

2017-07-04 Thread Carla Waugh
Todd I hope you find your Atlantis! -- 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,

[RBW] Re: 54 CM Rivendell Saluki Complete for Sale

2017-07-04 Thread Hugh Smitham
I've heard that before. What the max wheel size? ~hugh On Tuesday, July 4, 2017 at 11:14:27 AM UTC-7, Christopher Murray wrote: > > Beauty! Worth noting that this is basically a Homer Hilsen for anyone who > wonders how this fits into Rivs line up. > > Cheers! > Chris > -- You received this

[RBW] Re: Frame build up ideas

2017-07-04 Thread Kiley DeMond
So, I am not sure why the Boscos didn't work ("too flexy"), but that is what I used when the Albatross was too far a reach. Looking at the bike, I wonder if the shorter stem with the Boscos would work. But, I don't know if that will create a bike sufficiently different from your other bikes...

[RBW] QUESTION: Rat Trap Pass

2017-07-04 Thread Singlespeed Johnny
no more than 40psi. depending on your weight, you'd probably be able to run as low as 28 or so. -- 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] QUESTION: Rat Trap Pass

2017-07-04 Thread Kellie
What psi are people running with this tire on street/hardpacked dirt, tubeless? Thanks. -- 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: (Pic Heavy) Quickbeam Campy Fixed Gear Flip Flop

2017-07-04 Thread Pondero
This ride report is simply delightful. That Quickbeam set-up has personality, and the tour overflows with fun. More like this, please. Chris Johnson Sanger, Texas -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this

[RBW] Re: 54 CM Rivendell Saluki Complete for Sale

2017-07-04 Thread Christopher Murray
Beauty! Worth noting that this is basically a Homer Hilsen for anyone who wonders how this fits into Rivs line up. Cheers! Chris -- 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

[RBW] Re: FS: 60cm Sam Hillborne - Green, Double TT

2017-07-04 Thread Carla Waugh
I love the color! -- 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: 54 CM Rivendell Saluki Complete for Sale

2017-07-04 Thread Carla Waugh
Beautiful bike! -- 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: Discs versus calipers

2017-07-04 Thread 'Clayton' via RBW Owners Bunch
The most amazing bicycle horror story yet... Glad you are OK. Clay -- 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] FIELD TRIP: Coffee Outside Bay Area

2017-07-04 Thread Kellie
This *Sat. July 8*, a no-drop, family-friendly bike ride after coffee on the SF Bay Trail. About 13 miles (total out and back) on a paved, no-car path (minus 2 miles on regular streets) from the trailhead to Marina Park in San Leandro. We're gathering at the green marker on the map below and

[RBW] Re: Need new shoes

2017-07-04 Thread Michael Hechmer
Thanks for all the suggestions. I also have a pair of the Keen commuters, which are pretty good, but my feet like the Austin pedlars better. The good news is I have found them. They were hiding in a little used gym bag. I have no idea how they got there! Michael On Monday, July 3, 2017 at

[RBW] Re: Discs versus calipers

2017-07-04 Thread Mitch Harris
On Sunday, July 2, 2017 at 3:15:02 PM UTC-6, Patrick Moore wrote: > > Speaking of discs versus calipers, I've read in more than one place that > discs are useful on racing bikes because they stop faster and therefore let > you go faster into a corner before you have to slow down, so that you

[RBW] Stolen - 64 cm Atlantis - Phoenix

2017-07-04 Thread Todd Zuercher
Hi: My 64 cm Atlantis (SN AT1001) was stolen on 6/16 in the north central Phoenix area from my locked garage. It was also stolen in 2009 but I managed to get it back due to some great detective work. I posted on some local groups and some guys were trying to sell it at one of the local bike

[RBW] Re: Columbine! It must be July.

2017-07-04 Thread ascpgh
I planned a nIce 80 mile ride down the GAP starting from home, and it began with 40 miles of pouring rain. Different regions welcome the seasons differently. We have no shortage of water. Stayed clean if not dry. Celebrated all of it though, any day I can ride is a nice day for a ride. Andy

[RBW] another stolen Bay Area Rivish bike...

2017-07-04 Thread Wayne Naha
Bikes are so easy to steal! I'll say it again, I hate bike thieves! May your bike be recovered soon. Good luck -- 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

[RBW] Re: (Pic Heavy) Quickbeam Campy Fixed Gear Flip Flop

2017-07-04 Thread Kieran J
Wow that is epic! I can't imagine riding around there with a couple fixed cogs. It's challenging enough doing a regular unloaded ride with wide-range gearing! I also wish I lived in that part of the world - for the riding at least. KJ On Monday, July 3, 2017 at 10:31:31 PM UTC-4, christian

[RBW] Re: 54 CM Rivendell Saluki Complete for Sale

2017-07-04 Thread Matt Beecher
These are nice bikes. If it were a 58-60cm, I would consider buying a second one. Good luck with the sale. Cheers, Matt B. -- 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] 54 CM Rivendell Saluki Complete for Sale

2017-07-04 Thread Ted Shwartz
Hello I am putting my Saluki up for sale. For details please see: https://providence.craigslist.org/bik/6204122731.html The bicycle is located in Rhode Island $1500 plus shipping TS -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To

[RBW] Re: Discs versus calipers

2017-07-04 Thread Max S
"In a study of Americans ages 20-34, occupational therapists found that men younger than 30 have significantly weaker hand grips than their counterparts in 1985 did. The same was true of women ages 20-24, according to the study published online by the Journal of Hand Therapy a few months back."

[RBW] Re: Columbine! It must be July.

2017-07-04 Thread Deacon Patrick
R Gonet: I live on Pikes Peak. I generally see Columbine from 7-10k feet. Near you, they'll be all over Estes Park or the Never Summers. Andy: That sounds ominous. What happened? With abandon, Patrick -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: Columbine! It must be July.

2017-07-04 Thread ascpgh
Very nice. A different reward for a ride in July than mine on Saturday. Andy Cheatham Pittsburgh On Monday, July 3, 2017 at 3:46:14 PM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote: > > In which I discover, like a tourist stepping off the bus in some unknown > time, that it must be July because the columbine

[RBW] Re: Discs versus calipers

2017-07-04 Thread Matt B.
Thanks Keith. Yeah I was a little banged up but amazingly nothing serious, definitely lucky. I'm 90% sure the frame is fine / not bent, but guess I won't know until I can ride it again (once I get a straight fork). Keep the rubber side down and watch out for aggressive trees man :) Matt On