Re: [RBW] Cameras On Bikes

2024-05-21 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
I use the same type of insert and have never had a problem with a camera that I’ve carried. The padded inserts also have the side benefit of making it harder to carry a bunch of useless stuff in the bag. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy

Re: [RBW] Sugino XD2 Crank Arms 175mm

2024-05-20 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
I have the rings and bolts if anybody needs them. Make me an offer. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On May 20, 2024, at 1:26 PM, J Imler wrote: > > Image from Wayback Machine. > > Arms only, no rings or bolts. PM for actual photos.

Re: [RBW] getting bugs off paint

2024-05-14 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Have you tried Goo Gone? There are also specific bug-removal products available at your local auto parts store, Walmart, etc. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On May 14, 2024, at 8:52 AM, Eric Floden wrote: > > Last summer, two

Re: [RBW] El Rio Grande

2024-05-09 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Here in the dead flat Sacramento Valley, we call wind a “simulated hill." --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On May 9, 2024, at 2:43 PM, Bernard Duhon wrote: > > I feel your pain. The wind here has been steady 20 miles an hour off the

Re: [RBW] Upright / Relaxed / Swept-Back - Style of Riding

2024-05-09 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Quick thought regarding drop bars in response to LuckTurnip: Almost all of my bikes have drop bars. I have one bike with Soma’s “Oxford” bars (a milder version of theAlbatross?) and a Brompton with a straight handlebar to which I added forward-facing grip extensions. On my bikes with drop

Re: [RBW] Cockpit bag/cup holder

2024-04-29 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
This one: https://www.revelatedesigns.com/index.cfm/store.catalog/Cockpit/MountainFeedbag --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Apr 29, 2024, at 1:46 PM, James wrote: > > What is the best cockpit cup holder ya'll have explored and

[RBW] Grant's Mountain

2024-04-24 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Not taken today—I shot this in 2018 while flying home for a work trip to Southern California. Grant’s Mountain here looks more like Mt Doom than Mt Diablo.  >From the (perhaps) upcoming folio, 鬼山36景 (36 Views of Mt Diablo). --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube:

Re: [RBW] Re: Grant’s Mointain

2024-04-12 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Mix is scary steep. Going downhill is nerve wracking, and requires frequent stops to cool off overheated brakes. –Eric NOn Apr 12, 2024, at 3:10 PM, Collin A wrote:We talking pavement or dirt?I think pavement the steepest/longest is out in vacaville - Mix Canyon Road is about 2500 ft in 5 miles

Re: [RBW] Re: Grant’s Mointain

2024-04-12 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
It’s been a while since I’ve ridden up either, but as I recall Mt Hamilton is by far the longer climb, but Mt Diablo has steeper sections. The last bit to the top of Diablo is quite steep. –Eric NOn Apr 12, 2024, at 8:11 AM, George Schick wrote:For those of you living in the Bay Area, which is

[RBW] WTB: Soma Supple Vitesse

2024-03-27 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Apparently, Soma has discontinued their Supple Vitesse tires. So … anybody have some 700x28 size that you can part with? Lightly used is OK (or new). Reply to me off-list: campyonly...@me.com Thanks! --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube:

[RBW] Re: Grant’s Mountain

2024-03-08 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Meant to say “Great” day! –Eric N > On Mar 8, 2024, at 1:12 PM, Eric Norris wrote: > > Grassy day today to be up on Grant’s Mountain(aka Mt Diablo). Unlimited > visibility in all directions. > > > –Eric N > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

Re: [RBW] Stainless bottle/ cage recommendation

2024-02-25 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
These have worked well for me. Adjustable fit to keep the bottle firmly in place. https://velo-orange.com/collections/cages/products/mojave-cage Mojave Water Bottle Cage velo-orange.com --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Feb 25,

Re: [RBW] FS - Alex Singer LS wool jersey

2024-02-24 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
PM sent. –Eric NOn Feb 24, 2024, at 9:00 AM, Patrick Moore wrote:Sheesh, I'm very tempted just for the front pockets, but someone just gave me a very nice LS wool jersey. Long ago I did have a retro-production Cycles Wolfe ss wool jersey with front pockets; I think Wolfe was an ancient Belgian

Re: [RBW] San Francisco Randonneurs 200k ride report

2024-02-13 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
The “Lazy Randonneur” perfectly captures my current level of ambition. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Feb 12, 2024, at 1:32 PM, Brady Smith wrote: > > Lazy randonneuring is smart randonneuring. I have no qualms about going to >

Re: [RBW] WTB: Fork Crown Headlight Bracket

2024-02-02 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
White wrote:Any chance this might work?On Thu, Feb 1, 2024 at 5:14 PM 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch <rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com> wrote:The bracket that has bravely held up the headlight on my Quickbeam finally gave up the ghost today. Does anybody have one like it rattling aroun

Re: [RBW] WTB: Fork Crown Headlight Bracket

2024-02-01 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Kim: Reading your email prompted me to try a Google image search of the French part, which turned up several places that sell them, including Berthoud Cycles. Interestingly (as you point out) they are all overseas. Anyway, I now have leads to track down! Thanks so much! --Eric Norris

[RBW] Seattle to Portland 2024

2024-01-16 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
I’m signed up for the annual Seattle to Portland ride this year—I’ll be celebrating retiring the week before the ride. I’ll be doing STP as a two-day ride, with an overnight stop in Centralia. Anybody else planning on being there? --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube:

Re: [RBW] Grant's Mountain Today

2024-01-13 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
That could be fun! Here’s another view, this time from the air:  --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Jan 13, 2024, at 6:33 AM, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > Nice shot Eric > > I was thinking about your shots these last couple of months

[RBW] Grant's Mountain Today

2024-01-12 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Mt. Diablo, on a cold morning today, peeking out from under the clouds. Rain is coming tomorrow, but today was just cold and cloudy. Shot on film with a Pentax camera on Kodak film. Processed and scanned at home.  --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube:

Re: [RBW] Advantages of triple drivetrains (VO post)

2024-01-09 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
I have a triple on just one bike (Soma Saga). My main problem is that when I’m in the smallest chainring I am moving so slowly that it’s hard to stay upright. On the very steep inclines that necessitate the small cog, I find it easier to just get off and walk the bike up the hill (something we

Re: [RBW] Riv's new handlebar bag

2023-12-20 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
My biggest issue with handlebar bags of this type is that most designs have a tendency to sway forward and back and rely on complicated (and, IMHO ugly) systems of cords or straps lashed to the frame or handlebars to prevent sway. I have a Velo Orange handlebar bag collecting dust in my closet

Re: [RBW] Silver2 cranks!

2023-11-30 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
The crack on Campy Record/Super Record spiders was the result of the very sharp edge at that location. A common fix back in the day was a few minutes’ work with a round file to take the edge off that part of the crankset. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube:

[RBW] WTB: Soma Supple Vitesse 700x28

2023-11-29 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Looking for one or more tires in decent condition. Got any that are new, new-ish, or lightly used? --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group.

Re: [RBW] 10/23 BLAGH regarding the Roaduno

2023-10-06 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
As a longtime Quickbeam owner, I’ll add my observation that the brake pad alignment trick with angled dropouts only works with very short brake pads. The longer pads that many of us have on our bikes will tend to extend over the rim and hit the tire when the wheel is moved forward if you’re

Re: [RBW] Babies on bikes

2023-09-02 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
I really don’t want to sound like I’m giving parenting advice, but … way back when my kids were this age, we were advised to 1) put a helmet on them and 2) wait until their neck muscles were strong enough to support both their head and the helmet. We eventually bought a trailer (forget the

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell In Paris

2023-08-19 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Of course!!–Eric NOn Aug 19, 2023, at 6:10 AM, John Rinker wrote:Nice Campyguy! I have put this bike shop on the Riv Rider's Map and I'm wondering if I might add one of your photos to the pin?Cheers,JohnOn Friday, August 18, 2023 at 2:18:20 PM UTC-7 RichS wrote:Nice find Eric. Thank you for

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell In Paris

2023-08-18 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Friends and I are run I g the drop bag service for American riders this year. So I’m here but not riding. –Eric NOn Aug 18, 2023, at 5:50 PM, Ryan wrote:As the French would know. Eric, are you riding PBP or just on a visit? Inquiring mindsOn Friday, August 18, 2023 at 10:37:57 AM UTC-5

Re: [RBW] Re: Rivendell In Paris

2023-08-18 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
The sticker to the left,  “Acier is Real,” is a mashup of French and English for “Steel is Real.”–Eric NOn Aug 18, 2023, at 5:22 PM, JohnS wrote:Thank Eric!La chouette = "the owl" or "very useful word you can use to describe something that you like or you think is nice or cool." Seems most

Re: [RBW] Best Riv Rando Bike

2023-07-26 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
I’m a bit of on outlier, but I completed PBP in 2007 on my Quickbeam, which was set up at the time as a fixed gear (since converted to a three-speed IGH). The Quickbeam is pretty comfortable for long rides, and easily accommodates fenders and wide-ish tires. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com

Re: [RBW] Best Riv Rando Bike

2023-07-25 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
I’ve never owned one, but I’ve always thought the Rambouillet would do well as a Rando bike. –Eric NOn Jul 25, 2023, at 5:55 PM, Dick Combs wrote:Looking for thoughts/opinions on best Riv model for randonneuring. Thanks -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

Re: [RBW] Northern Hemisphere Summer Riding Photos 2023

2023-07-18 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
I want to be there right now. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Jul 18, 2023, at 8:41 AM, John Rinker wrote: > > Cresting a peak in the Valkyr Range, BC. > > > On Sunday, July 16, 2023 at 3:08:44 AM UTC-7 Ted Durant wrote: >> On

Re: [RBW] FS/FT: 650B Velocity A23 105 Hubs 32/36 Wheelset w/ Rene Herse Babyshoe Pass Tires

2023-07-17 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Dazzle Ships! Been listening to that since it was new in 1983. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Jul 17, 2023, at 11:35 AM, exliontamer wrote: > > Good eye! And yes OMD, particularly Architecture & Morality, are incredible. > > On

Re: [RBW] Most Discreet Bell Placement

2023-07-12 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Very cool bike … and job! Thanks! --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Jul 12, 2023, at 10:32 AM, Mackenzy Albright > wrote: > > Eric - I am a museum technician. I use my clementine to bring tools do the > different gallery spaces I

Re: [RBW] Most Discreet Bell Placement

2023-07-12 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
I’m intrigued by the assortment of items in your handlebar bag. Mobile hairdresser? Dog groomer? Other? Inquiring minds want to know ... --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Jul 12, 2023, at 9:47 AM, Mackenzy Albright > wrote: > > >

Re: [RBW] Legolas 54 FFHS - back on the market!

2023-07-10 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Thank God this is too small for me. Legolas is one of my Holy Grail bikes. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Jul 10, 2023, at 2:27 PM, Valerie Yates wrote: > > Hi all. The Legolas is still available. I'm happy to sell it either

Re: [RBW] Cushioning Saddlesack loads

2023-07-05 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
I put a layer of foam “egg crate”-type padding at the bottom of any front-mounted bags that sit on a rack or support. I usually have a camera in the bag, and the padding helps protect them from little bumps and jolts. The padding is about 1 1/2 inches thick, which also helps keep me from

Re: [RBW] Two wheelsets - Phil track, Son / Ultegra touring

2023-06-28 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Obviously, those tires need to be used before Labor Day. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Jun 28, 2023, at 1:42 PM, Will Boericke wrote: > > Apologies for iBob crosspost, but need a home for these > > I have two wheelsets that need

Re: [RBW] Plush old 531 steel frames (was being precious)

2023-06-25 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
The mount I added to the Singer is this one: https://www.amazon.com/Elite-0123301-Clamps-Bottle-25mm-70mm/dp/B00OS6HKIM/ref=asc_df_B00OS6HKIM/?tag=hyprod-20=df0=241987970787==g=8490519446908074857c===1014208=pla-355337713622=1 Elite 0123301 VIP Cage Clamps Water Bottle Cage, 25mm-70mm, Black

[RBW] Fwd: [SFRandon] OT - recovered Rivendell Atlantis

2023-06-22 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Forwarding from another email list … --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > Begin forwarded message: > > From: Eric Larsen > Subject: [SFRandon] OT - recovered Rivendell Atlantis > Date: June 22, 2023 at 7:36:25 AM PDT > To: San Francisco

Re: [RBW] Plush old 531 steel frames (was being precious)

2023-06-21 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
I’m not an expert, but I believe that most/all of the bikes from the Alex Singer shop were made with 531. My two Singers are. One is made of the more unusual “531 Professional” tubeset, which featured thinner walls for lighter weight than standard 531 tubing. 531 Professional is rumored to be

Re: [RBW] Using Your Rivendell Vs. Being Precious: A Spectrum

2023-06-20 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
And that Motobecane is still seeing regular service here in NorCal, now as a rendered three-speed. Still a great bike—Patrick didn’t mention the full Reynolds 531 tubeset and the old school Nervex lugs. Combined with classic French geometry, it makes for a very nice ride. --Eric Norris

[RBW] FS: Handlebar Bag for your Riv

2023-06-18 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Well, technically it will fit lots of bikes, but … I have a Velo Orange Mini Rando Bag that is in need of a new home. Switched to an Acorn Bag (sold to me by another list member). More info here: https://velo-orange.com/products/mini-rando-handlebar-bag?variant=14971542175793 Excellent

Re: [RBW] Northern Hemisphere Summer Riding Photos 2023

2023-06-01 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
gt; Best / Jock > > On Thu, Jun 1, 2023 at 8:10 AM 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch > <mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com>> wrote: >> Now I know what “discalced” means! >> >> --Eric Norris >> campyonly...@me.com <mailto:campyonly...@me.com&g

Re: [RBW] Northern Hemisphere Summer Riding Photos 2023

2023-06-01 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Now I know what “discalced” means! --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Jun 1, 2023, at 7:18 AM, John Dewey wrote: > > Ted, years ago we lived out in the country near Beloit—a ride up to Holy Hill > was always on my early spring

Re: [RBW] Lightweight chi-chi saddlebag of about 9 liters / 61 ci

2023-05-24 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
I have a Loyal rando bag on one of my Alex Singers. Very nice quality on par with the pricier French bag I have on another bike. I like Loyal’s closures, which are easier to use than the fiddly ones on my French bag. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube:

Re: [RBW] WTB: Roly Poly Tires

2023-05-20 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
I was going to ask what the difference is. –Eric N > On May 20, 2023, at 6:02 PM, mikel66...@juno.com wrote: > > those are ruffy tuffy not roly poly..i seem to recall a difference > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch"

Re: [RBW] WTB: Roly Poly Tires

2023-05-20 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
t, May 20, 2023 at 8:27 PM 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch > <mailto:rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com>> wrote: >> Anybody have some new or new-ish Roly Poly tires in 700x28 that you don’t >> need? >> >> --Eric Norris >> campyonly...@me.com &

[RBW] WTB: Roly Poly Tires

2023-05-20 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Anybody have some new or new-ish Roly Poly tires in 700x28 that you don’t need? --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from

Re: [RBW] Has anyone tried Suntect UV shirts

2023-05-11 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
YMMV, but I’ve personally never had trouble getting a sunburn on areas covered by clothing of any type, so I’m a little suspicious of “UV-protectant” clothing. Seems a bit of an oxymoron and more of a marketing device than an actual benefit of the clothing. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com

Re: [RBW] Craigslist, etc 2023

2023-04-26 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Yeah, but this bike is in a city where a condo costs $35-million. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Apr 26, 2023, at 8:23 AM, Ryan wrote: > > That's a ridiculous price...parts are nice but nothing special...someone's > cashing in on

Re: [RBW] Hi y’all - new Sam in town

2023-04-17 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Daniele: What’s your favorite bike shop(s) in Paris? I’ve been to the Alex Singer shop in Levallois several times, but in the past I have found it difficult to find a good bike shop in Paris proper. As you may know, many Americans will be in Paris in August for the Paris-Brest-Paris event (me

Re: [RBW] San Francisco to Arcata touring recommendations

2023-04-08 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Here’s a route that I followed from Arcata to SF in 2019. Gorgeous scenery that included the Avenue of the Giants. https://ridewithgps.com/trips/36610339 As noted by others, the best direction to ride the coast is usually north-south, which is what I did. You can do the ride in reverse, of

Re: [RBW] Riv Garage Sale hauls

2023-04-06 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
I’m not an expert on Shimano, but this is clearly from their “Close” line of components. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Apr 6, 2023, at 10:02 AM, Evan E. wrote: > > I found, among other items, this Shimano skewer. Love the satin

Re: [RBW] Fun with ChatGPT

2023-04-04 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Chat GPT: “Write about Twinkies in the style of Grant Petersen: Twinkies, man. They're like these little golden cylinders of pure delight, packed with a sugary sweetness that makes your taste buds dance. They're the ultimate guilty pleasure, a nostalgic indulgence that takes you back to

Re: [RBW] Re: Possibly ISO/WTB single speed Brompton in good condition

2023-03-23 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Bromptons are one size fits all. –Eric NOn Mar 23, 2023, at 7:59 PM, JAS wrote:Patrick, there are several  Bromptons on the Seattle Craigslist.  I don't know if they are your size.--JoyceOn Thursday, March 23, 2023 at 5:39:49 PM UTC-7 Patrick Moore wrote:Scouting options at this point. Just

Re: [RBW] FD question

2023-03-22 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Fun fact: On many Singers, the frame is purpose-built for a specific front derailleur. On mine, half of the derailleur’s clamp was removed and replaced with braze-on fittings. The derailleur bolts to the fitting. This reduces weight and makes the attachment stronger.  But it locks you in to that

Re: [RBW] FD question

2023-03-22 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
My Alex Singer has 48/32 chainrings, and a Jubilee front derailleur works just fine. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Mar 22, 2023, at 10:23 AM, greenteadrinkers > wrote: > > Considering sourcing a Huret Jubilee Front Derailleur

Re: [RBW] Seat Post Slippage

2023-03-14 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
FWIW, I have been advised in the past that, for standard (alloy, steel) frames and seat posts, you should never have to resort to anti-slip grease. A slipping post is a sign that something is mechanically wrong. In one case, the seat collar on one of my bikes had a small protrusion that was

Re: [RBW] Has anybody 650'ed a Riv Road?

2023-03-14 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
My ’97 Riv Road came to me with 650B wheels. I ran 38mm tires on it, which were the widest that would fit between the chainstays. It was fun, but about a year ago I switched it back to 700c wheels, which required different brakes (the long reach brakes needed to work with the 650B wheels

Re: [RBW] California bike route advice - Lompoc to Santa Barbara

2023-03-12 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Not lately, but I’ve ridden that same route many times. I love it. Leaving Lompoc on San Julian Road, there’s about 20 miles of gentle uphill, followed by a great downhill to Gaviota. The coast highway is busy, but the shoulder is wide. I’ve never had a problem. Keep in mind that there are very

Re: [RBW] New build: 1985 Bridgestone MB-2

2023-01-23 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Price? --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Jan 23, 2023, at 3:17 PM, David Hays <23writ...@gmail.com> wrote: > > Beautiful build! > > David Hays > >> On Jan 23, 2023, at 6:08 PM, Eric Marth > > wrote: >>

Re: [RBW] Flood Season Riding in CA

2023-01-06 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
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Re: [RBW] Re: NorCal Cycling

2022-12-20 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
him.On Tue, Dec 20, 2022 at 2:50 PM 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch <rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com> wrote:Southern California: Distance expressed in time (Anaheim is 45 minutes from here)Northern California: Distance expressed in miles (Folsom is 12 miles away)And yes, up here the ci

Re: [RBW] Re: NorCal Cycling

2022-12-20 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Southern California: Distance expressed in time (Anaheim is 45 minutes from here)Northern California: Distance expressed in miles (Folsom is 12 miles away)And yes, up here the cities have actual edges, where you’re out in the country on the way to the next city.--Eric N, Who Moved From SoCal to

Re: [RBW] Nivex on a Rivendell?

2022-12-13 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Readers of this list who also enjoy film cameras will see some parallels between this derailleur and the newly released Leica M6 (or older cameras like the Leica M3, which dates back to 1954 and is still widely sought after and used). Yes, there are innumerable modern cameras that have

Re: [RBW] Heron Poster

2022-12-12 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Heron poster SOLD and on its way to a new home! --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Dec 12, 2022, at 9:39 AM, Eliot B wrote: > > I’ll take it. > > On Monday, December 12, 2022 at 8:27:37 AM UTC-8 campyo...@me.com wrote: >> How about

Re: [RBW] FS- Large Hubbuhhubbuh tandem, $1800.

2022-11-30 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Might be worth mentioning that I have a child stoker kit that adds a kid-accessible crankset to a standard tandem. If anybody needs more info, email me directly. It’s been gathering dust since my kids were 4 feet tall, which has been a while. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta:

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] A Few Thoughts About FS posts

2022-11-15 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
I can’t imagine that carbon fiber racing bikes would be very popular on this list. Anybody who knows this audience even a little will stick to FS posts that readers here will respond to. I don’t predict a flood of ads for un-Rivendellish stuff. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta:

Re: [RBW] $35 Carradice bags sale

2022-11-15 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
PM send on the Super C. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Nov 15, 2022, at 9:28 AM, Ed Felker wrote: > > I have a set of gently-used Carradice bags for sale. Shipping to USA > addresses only, at actual cost or $15, whichever is

Re: [RBW] Artsy Pics of Your Riv's

2022-11-10 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Not Rivs, but steel and shot on film with a Nikon Nikonos and Ilford HP5:–Eric NOn Nov 10, 2022, at 4:01 PM, Jason wrote:Great photos all around, cheers. Hopping on Paul's b/w Sam theme, here's a shot of my Sam (obscured by some translucent glass doors, but it's there!).JasonOak Park, IllinoisOn

Re: [RBW] Artsy Pics of Your Riv's

2022-11-10 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Cool! The XA series is great for carrying on the bike. I like the XA4 for the wide angle lens, but they’ll all make nice images. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Nov 10, 2022, at 3:38 PM, jamin orrall wrote: > > <29200037

Re: [RBW] Artsy Pics of Your Riv's

2022-11-10 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Camera? Lens? People need to know! --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Nov 10, 2022, at 2:37 PM, jamin orrall wrote: > > My blurry Atlantis on Ilford HP5 > > <37490037 2 Medium.jpeg> > > > > -- > You received this message

Re: [RBW] Tire shipping advice

2022-10-15 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Fold them into 1/3 the original size. Kind of like folding a windscreen sunshade, if you’ve ever done that. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Oct 15, 2022, at 6:20 PM, Ezri Rose wrote: > > Eric, when you say folded, is that over in

Re: [RBW] Tire shipping advice

2022-10-15 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
I e shooed folded beaded tires many times. It doesn’t hurt them. –Eric NOn Oct 15, 2022, at 3:50 PM, Garth wrote:Yeah, basically use a box cutter to literally make a custom box no bigger than the tires. You can use some hot glue for integrity if you're worried, but good tape should suffice. On

[RBW] WTB: Roly Poly 700x28

2022-10-09 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Somebody have some? Lightly used OK. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy -- 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

Re: [RBW] Fork Crack!

2022-10-03 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
I would stop riding that bike immediately. Get a new fork—that one looks like it would be very difficult to repair, and a fork is a high-stress item that will generate catastrophic results if it fails while you’re riding. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube:

[RBW] Across the USA by Bike in 1983: A Rivendell-ish Adventure Documentary

2022-09-29 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
I received an email about an upcoming documentary series about a group of 31 teenagers who rode their bikes across the US in 1983: https://www.shadowofawheel.com The film looks very interesting, based on the trailer on the web site. Fans of Rivendell will

Re: [RBW] Phil Wood 700c Single Speed Wheelset - 135/100

2022-09-28 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
FWIW, I used a rear wheel spaced at 135mm for years in a frame spaced at 130mm. Takes a few seconds more to get the wheel in while you pull the dropouts apart a couple of mm on each side. No harm to the frame (a Rivendell Road Standard). I recently switched back to a standard 130mm rear wheel,

Re: [RBW] moisture in dynamo light - am i screwed?

2022-09-16 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
That light looks quite different from the IQ-X. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Sep 16, 2022, at 4:52 AM, Garth wrote: > > Is the IQ-X similar to the XS version ? If so, check out ifixit for > disassembly. Ifixit is also a fine

Re: [RBW] moisture in dynamo light - am i screwed?

2022-09-14 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Or, mount it correctly and sit it out in the sun for a while (keeping close watch over the bike, since you *are* in Brooklyn). See what the moisture situation looks like after it’s had a day to dry out. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy >

Re: [RBW] Brown Small TrunkSack, Nitto M-18 front rack, Brooks Brown B17, Brooks Challenge Toolbag, Tektro R559 brakes

2022-09-12 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Will: I’d like to buy the bar tape only. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Sep 12, 2022, at 11:26 AM, 'Will Horton' via RBW Owners Bunch > wrote: > > Here we have a nice collection of parts that I am no longer using. All are >

Re: [RBW] moisture in dynamo light - am i screwed?

2022-09-12 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Justin: Your light is mounted upside down, which may be causing the moisture problem. The two LEDs go at the top. Loosen the bolt holding the light on and rotate it 180 degrees. That might help get the moisture out, if the light body is designed to drain from the bottom. You should see much

Re: [RBW] Heat in the Bay

2022-09-09 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
According to local news, temps have been about 15 degrees higher than normal this week in the Sacramento area. Bay Area has been hot too, but usually about 30 degrees cooler than Sacto. That’s why I headed in that direction today to ride—just too hot locally (combined with bad air quality due

Re: [RBW] Doldrums

2022-09-08 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Richard: I started working 4 days a week a few months ago, usually using my new day off to ride. I suppose I’m 20% as happy as you, which gives me something to look forward when I switch to 100% retired in a few years! --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube:

Re: [RBW] Do you Rapid Rise? (Share pics and thoughts)

2022-08-22 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Path Less Pedaled just did an entire video episode on Rapid Rise/Low Normal derailleurs that’s definitely worth watching. One point that came up in the comments from viewers is that shifting to lower gears is done entirely through the strength of the spring in the derailleur. Move the shifter

Re: [RBW] Randonneuring Bike

2022-08-18 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Agree 100%. If you can’t sit in the saddle all day long, you won’t be successful. Comfort trumps pretty much everything else. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Aug 18, 2022, at 4:02 PM, Wesley wrote: > > Hi Dick, > I've ben thinking

Re: [RBW] Randonneuring Bike

2022-08-18 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Dick: People ride brevets and randonnees on every kind of bike, including this: https://www.bikeradar.com/news/back-pedalling-onion-man-attempts-paris-brest-paris/ You just need a comfortable, reliable

Re: [RBW] Panaracer Pari-Moto 650B Tires

2022-08-04 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Need your address ... --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Aug 4, 2022, at 1:18 PM, Joe Bernard wrote: > > PM sent, my custom needs fast skinny tires! Also I like the name Pari-Moto. > > Thanks, > Joe "fast bike, slow rider" Bernard

[RBW] WTB: Black B-17

2022-08-03 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Anybody have one in lightly used condition? --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Best dynamo headlight for road riding

2022-07-30 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Patrick: I like the IQ X. It’s everything you say, and of course half the price of the Edelux. The trade-off is build quality. The Edelux’s front “lens,” for instance, is glass; the IQ X’s is plastic. I’ve never had a problem with my IQ X, but if you’re looking for the very best, most robust

Re: [RBW] Which Dyno Hub?

2022-07-26 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
I’ve been running my Velogical with an Edelux II headlight for several years, with no ill effects. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Jul 26, 2022, at 8:57 AM, Brian Turner wrote: > > I recall reading on Peter White's site that you

Re: [RBW] Which Dyno Hub?

2022-07-26 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Jason: You’ll hear many opinions—good luck sifting through the advice you will get! I have both SON and Shutter Precision hubs and have not had any issues with either. My SONs have ranged from the old-style type with flanges pressed onto a center piece to the modern (and very pretty) type. I

[RBW] WTB: 700x28 Tires

2022-07-18 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
I’m looking for a pair of gently used 700x28 tires of the “supple” genre (Grand Bois, Compass, Supple Vitesse, etc.) for a newly purchased bike. Got a pair you’d like to be rid of? --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy -- You received this

Re: [RBW] Mechanical: Bent rapid rise derailer cage

2022-07-12 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Have you tried putting a chain on it? Maybe placing tension on the derailleur will bring it into alignment? --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Jul 12, 2022, at 12:15 PM, Eric Marth wrote: > > Hey hey hey everyone. I recently picked

Re: [RBW] Seeking Sacramento-Based Bike Purchase Help!

2022-07-08 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Jordan: Glad to hear that. Looking forward to pics of the build! Eric N www.CampyOnly.com Instagram: @CampyOnlyGuy Twitter: @CampyOnlyGuy > On Jul 7, 2022, at 11:04 PM, Jordan Rosenblum > wrote: > > Thanks, Eric! The message had a delayed posting, and it's all been taken > care of. I'll

Re: [RBW] Seeking Sacramento-Based Bike Purchase Help!

2022-07-07 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Jordan: I’ll take care of that for you. I suggest E Street Bicycles—Doug is a great guy and would probably be happy to help. E Street phone: 916-446-5706 --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Jul 5, 2022, at 9:10 AM, Jordan Rosenblum

Re: [RBW] Susie's Limits

2022-07-05 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
I find the weight limits very interesting. Rivendell has always marketed their bikes as the “anti-racer” or “not light” alternative to wispy aluminum and carbon bikes. Selling a bike with a weight limit most of us would exceed seems strange. A max of 160 pounds implies to me a bike unlike what

Re: [RBW] Rich Lesnik Phil Wood 650B Wheelset

2022-07-01 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Forgot to mention: 135mm spacing in the rear. This can be easily changed by spinning on a shorter axle, available at PhilWood.com <http://philwood.com/> --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com Insta: @CampyOnlyGuy YouTube: YouTube.com/CampyOnlyGuy > On Jul 1, 2022, at 4:12 PM, 'Eric Norris

Re: [RBW] Clem L Paint Crisis

2022-06-22 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Kiley: That’s too bad. On the plus side, it doesn’t look like the tubing was damaged, so this is entirely cosmetic. A few thoughts: Find a cool decal and put it over the scuff. Look on Etsy—there are plenty of interesting designs in all shapes and sizes. I did this once with a bike that had

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