Re: [RBW] FS: 1985 Ritchey Ascent (XXL/23”) – $1300

2022-11-19 Thread Luke Hendrickson
Price drop – $1175 On Monday, November 14, 2022 at 6:00:28 AM UTC-8 Luke Hendrickson wrote: > Yes, it is! Even says “Cunningham Design” on it. > > On Sunday, November 13, 2022 at 8:52:06 PM UTC-8 cz...@sonic.net wrote: > >> If that's a Suntour roller cam brake, it would have been designed by

Re: [RBW] Ride Report: Hawksbill Slope cabin overnighter

2022-11-19 Thread Junes
Eric, thanks for the report. It was nicely structured and written with such gentle thoughtfulness. Thanks also for sharing your packing list in so much detail. I wonder if there have ever been recipe exchange threads on this forum: what to prepare to eat when you’re taking a ride on your Rivendell

Re: [RBW] Knee Replacement

2022-11-19 Thread Joe Bernard
The thread has taken such a turn. If I ever need a knee or two replaced I have a whole Riv operating room now! ‍⚕️‍⚕️ On Saturday, November 19, 2022 at 6:27:27 PM UTC-8 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! wrote: > Jay Lonner, you must be Dr. Jay Lonner! Anesthesiology, I presume? Very > cool! It’s fun

[RBW] Re: The do-it-all Rivendell of choice

2022-11-19 Thread Chris L
I would say the Appaloosa. I don't know the tube specs on the Hunqapillar but I've seen them for one run of the Appaloosa and I'm pretty sure the Hunq has lighter tubes. Last time I looked at Appaloosa geometry in my size (54-55cm), the Appaloosa was pretty much a longer chainstay

[RBW] Re: The do-it-all Rivendell of choice

2022-11-19 Thread James
That's my dream ride. The 62 Appaloosa is a touch large for me, and i'd love a single top tube. Looks like a 61cm? What's your PBH? On Saturday, November 19, 2022 at 8:27:13 PM UTC-5 jeffbog...@hotmail.com wrote: > [image: 9A9D2B46-EFDC-42B6-BF27-8B0F47E922AE.jpeg] > Here is my n=1; it's a

Re: [RBW] Knee Replacement

2022-11-19 Thread Leah Peterson
Jay Lonner, you must be Dr. Jay Lonner! Anesthesiology, I presume? Very cool! It’s fun to discover who people are in their real lives. Ok, if I ever need bilateral knee replacements, sign me up for the One and Done with the Cadillac Option.LeahOn Nov 19, 2022, at 8:11 PM, Jay Lonner

Re: [RBW] Ride Report: Hawksbill Slope cabin overnighter

2022-11-19 Thread MoVelo
Excellent report. Thanks for sharing with us what sounds like an epic adventure. On Saturday, November 19, 2022 at 3:15:59 PM UTC-6 alancrai...@gmail.com wrote: > Great report. Sounds like a fantastic ride and near perfect accommodations > for a rustic overnighter. Thanks for sharing! > > On

Re: [RBW] Knee Replacement

2022-11-19 Thread Jay Lonner
Bilateral knee replacements are not uncommon, if patients are good candidates. “Good candidate” is a catchall term for lots of intangibles, such as patient motivation and expectations, medical comorbidities, at-home support systems, etc. I would imagine that most Rivendell enthusiasts have the

Re: [RBW] Re: The do-it-all Rivendell of choice

2022-11-19 Thread J J
@scottluly thanks for your note. The 24F/36R ration is important to me for a few reasons, a few scenarios. It's there when I need it. It gives me the proverbial bailout gear. It allows me to tackle steep, long climbs if I'm otherwise fatigued or in pain. It's easier on my knees and back. It

[RBW] Re: FS: Campagnolo Veloce Silver 10 speed Clamp on Front Derailleur - SOLD

2022-11-19 Thread Rob Collard
Campagnolo Veloce Silver 10 speed Clamp on Front Derailleur is SOLD. Thank you. On Friday, November 18, 2022 at 5:39:52 PM UTC-5 Rob Collard wrote: > For Sale: Campagnolo Veloce Silver 10 speed Clamp on Front Derailleur > > This front derailleur was from a 2020 Rivendell Roadini build. I had a

Re: [RBW] Knee Replacement

2022-11-19 Thread Bicycle Belle Ding Ding!
Rusty, no, I’ve never seen both at once. According to the internet it *can* be done, but you need to have some specific things going your way to get your surgeon to say yes. On Saturday, November 19, 2022 at 6:01:48 PM UTC-5 Rusty Click wrote: > I am bone on bone in both knees after five

Re: [RBW] Knee Replacement

2022-11-19 Thread Richard Rose
My Father got both done within a few days of one another. It was pretty rough but that was about 20 years ago. Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 19, 2022, at 6:01 PM, Rusty Click wrote: > > I am bone on bone in both knees after five arthroscopic procedures. I > think I will try another round

Re: [RBW] Knee Replacement

2022-11-19 Thread Steven Sweedler
Rusty, my partner, a retired nurse says yes that people have both knees done at once. Good luck, Steve On Sat, Nov 19, 2022 at 6:01 PM Rusty Click wrote: > I am bone on bone in both knees after five arthroscopic procedures. I > think I will try another round of "knee lube" injections to get

Re: [RBW] Knee Replacement

2022-11-19 Thread Rusty Click
I am bone on bone in both knees after five arthroscopic procedures. I think I will try another round of "knee lube" injections to get me thru guiding a few trips this spring, then riding RAGBRAI in July. After that, I'm consulting with the doc about doing both knees at the same time. Leah,

Re: [RBW] Knee Replacement

2022-11-19 Thread Leah Peterson
Come on over! I’ll get you squared away!Sent from my iPhoneOn Nov 19, 2022, at 2:06 PM, David Person wrote:Can't think of a better way to drift off prior to surgery than sharing Riv stories with my nurse.On Saturday, November 19, 2022 at 10:07:13 AM UTC-8 Ken Mattina wrote:As someone with

[RBW] Re: FS: Another Parts Garage Sale - Phil Wood, Nitto, Sackville, Compass, and more

2022-11-19 Thread B Young
Brian Young Los Angeles On Saturday, November 19, 2022 at 1:54:35 PM UTC-8 B Young wrote: > > Hey Y'all, > I'm cleaning out my garage and have lots of stuff for sale. Prices do not > include shipping so if you're interested in anything just let me know your > address and I'll let you know

[RBW] FS: Another Parts Garage Sale - Phil Wood, Nitto, Sackville, Compass, and more

2022-11-19 Thread B Young
Hey Y'all, I'm cleaning out my garage and have lots of stuff for sale. Prices do not include shipping so if you're interested in anything just let me know your address and I'll let you know what it will be (actual shipping cost rounded down). Photos:

Re: [RBW] Ride Report: Hawksbill Slope cabin overnighter

2022-11-19 Thread Alan Barnard
Great report. Sounds like a fantastic ride and near perfect accommodations for a rustic overnighter. Thanks for sharing! On Saturday, November 19, 2022 at 6:44:49 AM UTC-8 eric...@gmail.com wrote: > Thanks, brizbarn. Overpacking is my strong suit regardless of where I'm > going or for how

[RBW] Re: For Sale: 2020 Roadini 57 cm Frame

2022-11-19 Thread Rob Collard
Dropping the asking price from $925 to *$850 *for the frame set, head set and seat post. On Tuesday, November 15, 2022 at 7:12:44 PM UTC-5 Rob Collard wrote: > > > [image: IMG_2292 2.JPG]I > > I am selling a 2020 57 cm Roadini frame with seat post and FSA headset. > Asking $925. > > There is a

[RBW] Re: IRD Brake Lever Set Cafam-S vs. Paul Canti levers

2022-11-19 Thread Alan Barnard
If your budget allows, you’ll likely be more satisfied with the Paul levers over the long run. The IRD levers are OK, but the difference in quality is obvious in person. Also, I’m not big on the fact that the IRD is IMO too much of an obvious knock off of the Paul. YMMV. On Saturday, November

[RBW] Re: IRD Brake Lever Set Cafam-S vs. Paul Canti levers

2022-11-19 Thread RichS
+1 on the Paul levers. I have a set and they are excellent. For the record I have no experience with the IRD model but Thomas makes a pretty convincing case for going with the Pauls. Best, Rich in ATL On Friday, November 18, 2022 at 10:18:08 PM UTC-5 thoma...@gmail.com wrote: > I own the IRD

[RBW] Re: FS: Crankset - Silver - 46x34T 173 mm - SOLD!

2022-11-19 Thread Rob Collard
Crankset - Silver - 46x34T 173 mm is sold. Regards, Rob Collard Buffalo, NY More components from my Roadini 2020 build posted soon. On Friday, November 18, 2022 at 5:02:46 PM UTC-5 Rob Collard wrote: > *Crankset -Silver - For sale: * > 173mm crank arms. > 46x34 chainrings mounted as shown in

Re: [RBW] Knee Replacement

2022-11-19 Thread David Person
Can't think of a better way to drift off prior to surgery than sharing Riv stories with my nurse. On Saturday, November 19, 2022 at 10:07:13 AM UTC-8 Ken Mattina wrote: > As someone with osteoarthritis in both knees, I feel your pain. > > No knee replacements yet. So far, a change in diet and

Re: [RBW] Re: Granola-Moose Bar?

2022-11-19 Thread Brian Turner
I think the bends in these look a bit awkward, TBH. On Nov 19, 2022, at 1:05 PM, Richard Rose wrote:True enough. But at the end of the day I preferred my regular Bosco / FacePlater combo.Sent from my iPhoneOn Nov 19, 2022, at 10:03 AM, lconley wrote:The wonderful thing about steel, is that it

Re: [RBW] FS: 58cm SimpleOne

2022-11-19 Thread Richard Rose
That’s a beautiful thing. Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 18, 2022, at 6:56 PM, Jared Wilson wrote: > > Hey group, > > Repurchased my old SimpleOne earlier this year and just don't find myself > riding it enough, I thought that might change the second time around, alas > > 58cm Rivendell

Re: [RBW] Knee Replacement

2022-11-19 Thread Ken Mattina
As someone with osteoarthritis in both knees, I feel your pain. No knee replacements yet. So far, a change in diet and rehab has delayed it. Good luck. I hope you feel better soon. On Sat, Nov 19, 2022 at 6:04 AM Richard Borneman wrote: > Anyone here had a knee replaced? How long till you

Re: [RBW] Re: Granola-Moose Bar?

2022-11-19 Thread Richard Rose
True enough. But at the end of the day I preferred my regular Bosco / FacePlater combo. Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 19, 2022, at 10:03 AM, lconley wrote: > > The wonderful thing about steel, is that it can be bent, within reason, with > a little "persuasion". Not as easily as loosening a

Re: [RBW] Re: Granola-Moose Bar?

2022-11-19 Thread Conway Bennett
These bars remind me of the Rawland "Antler?" Bars. On Saturday, November 19, 2022 at 9:55:46 AM UTC-6 George Schick wrote: > Indeed. I once reset the rear dropout width on a frame using a long 2x4; > a string tied to one of the dropouts, wound around the head tube, and tied > to the opposite

Re: [RBW] Knee Replacement

2022-11-19 Thread Bicycle Belle Ding Ding!
I started working as an RN in the perioperative world this summer. I pre-op patients for surgery and joints and spines are the bread and butter of my department. We see a LOT. Often they come in to have their other side (knee, hip) done and I always ask how the first joint replacement went.

Re: [RBW] Knee Replacement

2022-11-19 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
A good friend has had both her knees repaired. She reports fairly brief recovery periods, and she went to a successful randonneuring career afterwards. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Nov 19, 2022, at 6:04 AM, Richard Borneman

Re: [RBW] Re: Granola-Moose Bar?

2022-11-19 Thread George Schick
Indeed. I once reset the rear dropout width on a frame using a long 2x4; a string tied to one of the dropouts, wound around the head tube, and tied to the opposite dropout; and a caliper. Worked just fine. On Saturday, November 19, 2022 at 9:03:55 AM UTC-6 lconley wrote: > The wonderful

[RBW] Re: Knee Replacement

2022-11-19 Thread a spen
Rode 12 easy, bike path miles 3 weeks post surgery. Maybe should've given it another week. On Saturday, November 19, 2022 at 10:41:36 AM UTC-5 S. Greco wrote: > My father in his 70s had his knee replaced last year and was back on a > bike in three months. A stationary bike is a big part of

[RBW] Re: Knee Replacement

2022-11-19 Thread Eric Marth
No experience with knees but I'm wishing all the best to you, Richard. Let us know how it goes. On Saturday, November 19, 2022 at 10:41:36 AM UTC-5 S. Greco wrote: > My father in his 70s had his knee replaced last year and was back on a > bike in three months. A stationary bike is a big part

[RBW] Re: Knee Replacement

2022-11-19 Thread S. Greco
My father in his 70s had his knee replaced last year and was back on a bike in three months. A stationary bike is a big part of the physical therapy process. On Saturday, November 19, 2022 at 9:04:28 AM UTC-5 rsb...@msn.com wrote: > Anyone here had a knee replaced? How long till you could ride

[RBW] Budget V-brake Levers

2022-11-19 Thread lconley
I just got a set of Tektro FL740 V-brake levers, that superficially look like the FL750 levers for cantilever and caliper brakes. The FL740 brakes differ by having cable adjusters (a necessity for V-brakes), adjustable reach and spring return (a good thing for fully housed brake cables). The

Re: [RBW] Re: Granola-Moose Bar?

2022-11-19 Thread lconley
The wonderful thing about steel, is that it can be bent, within reason, with a little "persuasion". Not as easily as loosening a clamp, but it can be done, and once set it never slips. All you need is a good vice, some wood to protect the finish, a long lever, and the serenity to accept that

Re: [RBW] Ride Report: Hawksbill Slope cabin overnighter

2022-11-19 Thread Eric Marth
Thanks, brizbarn. Overpacking is my strong suit regardless of where I'm going or for how long! I haven't been tested in a laboratory setting but I think I'm sweat at an unusually high rate. Has always been true of me. I was definitely quite thirsty at the end of the day and would have

[RBW] Knee Replacement

2022-11-19 Thread Richard Borneman
Anyone here had a knee replaced? How long till you could ride again? My right knee is killing me. I've put it off as long as I could. It's almost time. Richard -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group

[RBW] Re: FS: Brooks B17 Titanium - Green

2022-11-19 Thread S. Greco
Hey Is your Green Brooks Ti still for sale? Can I buy it? PayPal? On Thursday, November 17, 2022 at 5:11:28 PM UTC-5 jmlmu...@gmail.com wrote: > I really wanted to keep this for a future build but with the recent birth > of my child I'm reevaluating my gear hoarding tendencies. This is a the >