[RBW] How are albatross and albastache bars for long distance riding?

2015-06-18 Thread Daniel D.
Day Dreaming about how I would build up a sam. Thinking about why I want the sam realized it would be for fun long rides. If I'm running errands I'd use my cheaper bikes. Loaded touring I have a bike for that. Are drop bars a safer bet for long distance riding? Don't have much experience

[RBW] Re: FS: MUSA railroad/hickory shirt L

2015-06-18 Thread Daniel Jackson
Clayton, Would you mind posting a photo of the shirt for us all? 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: First trip to riv

2015-06-12 Thread Daniel D.
unlocked out of sprinting distance. Spotted the rack when i got back from my test ride.Living dangerously no helmet unlocked bike! On Friday, June 5, 2015 at 9:42:11 PM UTC-7, Daniel D. wrote: Gotta say I was impressed. great experience. Will was super nice and helpful.Test rode a Sam, nice

[RBW] Re: Contemplating which route to take with a Sam, budget build or riv build kit

2015-06-08 Thread Daniel D.
Not on the site. I meant a build with items of your choosing. On Monday, June 8, 2015 at 11:07:57 AM UTC-7, Ginz wrote: Is the budget kit listed on the site? I only see one type of build kit under Frames Maybe after I start making a list of actual prices the riv build kits will look

[RBW] Re: First trip to riv

2015-06-07 Thread Daniel D.
I wasn't sure i would like the shop either. While the products are right up my alley. Some of the writing can be a turn off. But now after meeting the crew on person including grant, i can see a tongue planted in cheek better On Friday, June 5, 2015 at 10:25:34 PM UTC-7, drew wrote: I was

[RBW] Re: First trip to riv

2015-06-07 Thread Daniel D.
A 2012. It's a great bike for the price. On Friday, June 5, 2015 at 10:07:10 PM UTC-7, Lungimsam wrote: What Randonee do you have? -- 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] Contemplating which route to take with a Sam, budget build or riv build kit

2015-06-07 Thread Daniel D.
So I test rode a sam the other day and really enjoyed the ride. Getting my ducks in a row to swing a frame. I've always wanted to build up a frame. But as my camaro sitting in the garage proves, sometimes projects don't go as planned. A concern is that the budget build doesn't turn out to

[RBW] Meet Your Maker

2015-06-05 Thread Daniel M
Hillborne a few years ago and will be on my frankenstein Surly Troll with flared drop bars. Feel free to say hi if you see me. Daniel M Berkeley, CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

[RBW] Meet Your Maker

2015-06-05 Thread Daniel M
Hillborne a few years ago and will be on my frankenstein Surly Troll with flared drop bars. Feel free to say hi if you see me. Daniel M Berkeley, CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

Re: [RBW] Re: Elephant National Park Explorer

2015-06-05 Thread Daniel Jackson
. Nice folks. On Mon, Jun 1, 2015 at 9:20 PM, Daniel Jackson daniel.se...@gmail.com wrote: Anybody out there have an XL Elephant? If so, might you report the standover? Thanks much, D. On Monday, June 1, 2015 at 6:40:14 PM UTC-6, Mark Reimer wrote: There were a ton of the NFE

[RBW] First trip to riv

2015-06-05 Thread Daniel D.
Gotta say I was impressed. great experience. Will was super nice and helpful. Test rode a Sam, nice ride liked the handling and it felt more svelte than my randonee. Glad I dropped by on a whim. Sam might be in my future, a frame at least. -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: Elephant National Park Explorer

2015-06-02 Thread Daniel Jackson
Anybody out there have an XL Elephant? If so, might you report the standover? Thanks much, D. On Monday, June 1, 2015 at 6:40:14 PM UTC-6, Mark Reimer wrote: There were a ton of the NFE on the Oregon Outback and I have to admit I was envious. Many were setup just like I had my Atlantis -

Re: [RBW] Re: Thunder Burt Wisdom...

2015-05-26 Thread Daniel Jackson
protection. With abandon, Patrick On Monday, May 25, 2015 at 9:30:43 AM UTC-6, Daniel Jackson wrote: Hey Deacon, What model Burt are you running? Snakeskin, Raceguard, none of the above? Any idea about differences in puncture resistance between the Snakeskin and Raceguard forms

Re: [RBW] Re: Thunder Burt Wisdom...

2015-05-26 Thread Daniel Jackson
So if I were to go with Schwalbe for dirt road touring, would Nobby Nics or Smart Sams be a smarter choice? Other alternatives that folks have tried? Maxxis Ardents? On Monday, May 25, 2015 at 6:55:21 PM UTC-6, David G wrote: In the MTB world Schwalbe is known for making fast (low rolling

[RBW] Re: Thunder Burt Wisdom...

2015-05-25 Thread Daniel Jackson
Hey Deacon, What model Burt are you running? Snakeskin, Raceguard, none of the above? Any idea about differences in puncture resistance between the Snakeskin and Raceguard forms? Thanks, D. On Friday, May 22, 2015 at 4:31:26 PM UTC-6, Deacon Patrick wrote: I couldn't resist sharing this

[RBW] sf-la coast tour thoughts and preparation

2015-05-22 Thread Daniel Jackson
One edit id make is not more than 2 tshirts. One on you and one clean wet and drying on the rack of your 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Thunder Burt Wisdom...

2015-05-19 Thread Daniel Jackson
What year did the chain stay clearance increase? Did the paint job change that year from bean/green-grey to cream/green? On Monday, May 18, 2015 at 8:58:58 AM UTC-6, Deacon Patrick wrote: I'm running Atlas in the rear and Synergy in the front with Tektro CR720 Cantilever Brakes. Brake

Re: [RBW] Re: Thunder Burt Wisdom...

2015-05-18 Thread Daniel Jackson
Hi Deacon, Wondering what rims and what brakes your running on your Hunq with Burts. I'm considering setting up a Velocity Chukker with some 2.1 Burts and Paul Touring Cantilever breaks. Do you think clearance would work out? Thanks, Daniel On Monday, May 11, 2015 at 10:24:33 AM UTC-6, Deacon

[RBW] Looking to test a 58cm Sam Hillborne in Brooklyn

2015-05-13 Thread Daniel Delaney
Hello All, It was suggested by the folks at Rivendell that I may find an owner of a 58cm Sam Hillborne in the NYC area that would be willing to let me take a quick spin on one before making the purchase. I own a BBQ joint, and would be happy to swap some ribs for a test ride! Thanks, Dan --

[RBW] WTB: Hunqapillar 58 frameset

2015-05-09 Thread Daniel Jackson
Or a complete build! -- 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: Wrenching Apron

2015-05-08 Thread Daniel D.
I like it. I'm not handy sewing so I got a duckwear apron http://www.homedepot.com/p/Bucket-Boss-Duckwear-Super-Bib-23-in-Apron-80200/205070668. A fancy shop apron seems odd... On Monday, May 4, 2015 at 4:20:03 PM UTC-7, Deacon Patrick wrote: My wife converted an old kitchen apron into what

[RBW] WTB: Hunqapillar 58 frameset

2015-05-08 Thread Daniel Jackson
Long shot, yes. Let me know! -- 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

[RBW] Re: Sam Hillborne and Big Ben 50's revisited

2015-04-08 Thread Daniel M
for a separate road bike at all. Seeing Jan Heine and Rawland announce their new foray into big smooth 26 rubber just as I was putting the finishing touches on that bike was kind of vindicating - I'd been calling myself a 26 apologist up to that point! Daniel M Berkeley, CA -- You received

[RBW] Clems available for test ride?

2015-03-04 Thread Daniel D.
Do they have a 52 or even a 48 built up and available for test ride at riv HQ? -- 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: Grant sets them straight with letter to editor

2015-02-26 Thread Daniel D.
Things are nicer when people are advocates for what they like rather than opponents of what they dislike. No need to come across as mean or judgmental( Grant's own words in the intro to Just Ride) we're just talking about bikes... -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

[RBW] Re: Velo News on Bike Weight

2015-02-15 Thread Daniel D.
But different things add up. I mainly cruise my touring bike around everywhere now. But on a local 3.7 mile climb that's a good benchmark where traffic is not a concern, when I dust off thy old ower end scott road bike my time will be 6-10 minutes faster than on the touring bike. Some

[RBW] One drawback to flippin' your bike for roadside repair.

2015-01-26 Thread Daniel D.
Lay the bike on it's side. -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Dyno Rack Light with no rear rack?

2014-12-18 Thread Eli Daniel
I have Spanninga pixeo taillights mounted onto the plastic fenders on two bikes (planet bike and SKS). They're great taillights: bright, super lightweight, and mount easily even on plastic fenders. And they're quite inexpensive. (They have a battery-powered version too, but I'm talking about

[RBW] Re: [BOB] Re: ISO used, wind-blocking, UV blocking, decent quality cycling shades

2014-12-11 Thread Daniel
have (and have had subsequent poor customer service experience), so it's hard to give them a ringing endorsement, but I think your request for cycling specific shades is prudent. Daniel On Wed, Dec 10, 2014 at 8:32 PM, Patrick Moore bertin...@gmail.com wrote: XL. Didn't think this applied

[RBW] Re: Mini-Grant-Sandwiches

2014-11-21 Thread Daniel D.
Reminds me, I've been meaning to try snacking on sardines for a while. Any suggestions on a brand to try in the SF bay area? -- 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] Question on Wheels for a Ramboullet

2014-11-20 Thread Daniel Henderson
that don't cost a fortune? Thanks, Daniel -- 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: OT (grant-related, not Riv-related): lo-carb, high fat protein, ketosis, c.

2014-11-10 Thread Daniel M
humor is always the best medicine! Daniel M Berkeley, CA -- 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

[RBW] Re: OT (grant-related, not Riv-related): lo-carb, high fat protein, ketosis, c.

2014-11-07 Thread Daniel D.
Fad diets come and go. I've lost 35 pounds this year, I'm lighter now than I was graduating high school. Actually started out wanting to lose just ~15 pounds that I was over my usual weight but just kept on going. Didn't do anything extreme just tracked my calories in/out and rode

Re: [RBW] OT pocket knives and mineral oil

2014-10-21 Thread Daniel D.
Well said and nice collection, Is there a scott cook in the case? On Monday, October 20, 2014 9:28:35 AM UTC-7, Ron Mc wrote: not even - each of my bike bags and fishing bags has a permanent fold-up knife attached to it. and there's more where that came from

Re: [RBW] Re: Surly after Riv

2014-10-18 Thread Daniel D.
If I like the clem after a test ride I'll deal with the stigma :p On Friday, October 17, 2014 1:28:35 PM UTC-7, Steve Palincsar wrote: And yet, if a company's advertising/perceived attitude is strong enough, bystanders will associate anyone displaying or using one of their products with

[RBW] Re: Clem on the Blug

2014-10-11 Thread Daniel D.
kickstand plate? Deal breaker :p . Nah guess I can live with it. On Friday, October 10, 2014 6:22:27 AM UTC-7, Leslie wrote: It's up: http://rivbike.tumblr.com/post/99627421939/clemshots-and-impressions -L -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Am I the only one eagerly awaiting the clem jr. bike?

2014-10-07 Thread Daniel D.
$1500 price point is right up my alley. I'm going to be one of the first in line for a test ride. -- 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: Microshift thumbies?

2014-09-24 Thread Daniel M
My understanding is that the Microshifts are index-only (no friction option as with the Shimano / Thumbie option), but that the proprietary ones that come on Surlys (but are not sold separately) do have the friction option. Can anyone confirm or deny all or part of this? Daniel M Berkeley, CA

[RBW] Re: Considering my first Riv purchase and looking for helpful advice

2014-09-23 Thread Daniel M
of attempting a double century on it, but I can't imagine ever touring again without a Rohloff. That said, the 26 LHT is probably one-third of the price, considerably lighter, and still completely versatile and reliable. Daniel Berkeley, CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[RBW] Re: Blug post

2014-09-23 Thread Daniel D.
If it's really about getting folks to just ride a $1500 complete riv makes all the sense in the world. Should've kept the Bleriot around... On Friday, September 19, 2014 1:20:02 PM UTC-7, Peter M wrote: A Tig welded Rivendell? say it aint so -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: Considering my first Riv purchase and looking for helpful advice

2014-09-22 Thread Daniel M
is less of a tank and more of a road bike, although the lack of canti posts on the current offerings I find really disappointing. My two cents in a nutshell. Daniel M Berkeley, CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group

[RBW] Re: In-Racer Sports Nutrition?

2014-09-06 Thread Daniel D.
Why wouldn't I want food within 24 hours? Food tastes great. -- 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.

Re: [RBW] Toddlers, Kids, Urban Transport, and your Riv

2014-08-28 Thread Eli Daniel
have plenty of room for picking up groceries or whatever else. But definitely a transport bike: it's REALLY heavy, bolt upright, doesn't go fast. -- Eli Daniel Somerville, MA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group

Re: [RBW] Toddlers, Kids, Urban Transport, and your Riv

2014-08-25 Thread Eli Daniel
and still have plenty of room for picking up groceries or whatever else. But definitely a transport bike: it's REALLY heavy, bolt upright, doesn't go fast. -- Eli Daniel Somerville, MA On Aug 23, 2014, at 3:04 PM, 'Jay B' via RBW Owners Bunch rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com wrote: howdy

[RBW] Re: Touring click in shoes without using the click in on platforms/rat traps feasable?

2014-07-01 Thread Daniel D.
The only problem is the cleat cover is a slippery hard plastic on the 2013 shimano shoe I have not softer rubber like the rest of the sole. Never really caused a problem and it gets ground down with use. On Sunday, June 29, 2014 9:06:44 PM UTC-7, lungimsam wrote: Keeping the cleat sole

[RBW] Re: Close to my heart

2014-06-14 Thread Daniel D.
Fishing helped get me back into biking after a long hibernation. A friend and I started heading out on pre-dawn fishing trips carrying beer,ice, and fishing stuff on our backs. About a decade later, He's still fishing but not biking a lot. I'm still biking but not fishing at all. Got tired

[RBW] Re: Dark wine red metallic Sams coming out in July.

2014-05-25 Thread Daniel D.
Sounds like a very tempting color. On Wednesday, May 21, 2014 9:00:56 PM UTC-7, Michael wrote: Unless its a joke. I put nothing past those jokesters at both BQ and RBW. But it does say on the Blug: This July round of Sams will be the stock blue color, but also available in a nice dark

[RBW] Re: Losing Bike weight vs. Rider weight. Which one more effectively makes you go faster?

2014-05-15 Thread Daniel D.
to be tough. Never felt hungry once. The weight just came off. With abandon, Patrick On Tuesday, May 13, 2014 3:50:24 PM UTC-6, Ron Mc wrote: Daniel is right - gaining weight is easy - you simply increase the number of fat cells in your body. Losing weight, however, doesn't decrease

[RBW] Re: Losing Bike weight vs. Rider weight. Which one more effectively makes you go faster?

2014-05-15 Thread Daniel D.
I don't buy any of hemming and hawing over food now a days. Being a normal healthy weight(whatever that means:p) isn't rocket surgery. Now if I wanted six pack abs or a 5 hour century time bad enough, I might have to make some sacrifices and change my diet. But no thanks I'd rather enjoy the

[RBW] Re: Losing Bike weight vs. Rider weight. Which one more effectively makes you go faster?

2014-05-13 Thread Daniel D.
I politely disagree :p On Tuesday, May 13, 2014 4:01:48 AM UTC-7, RJM wrote: Losing weight off the person is easier, -- 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: On-bike tools: what is your choice or favorite?

2014-04-29 Thread Daniel D.
Not sure if you wanted something even smaller but I've been happy with this one. park ib-3 http://www.parktool.com/product/i-beam-mini-fold-up-with-chain-tool-ib-3 On Monday, April 28, 2014 6:28:55 PM UTC-7, Joan wrote: I'm in the market for a new multi-tool for on-bike repairs and

Re: [RBW] Re: Starting to wonder if all this frame stuff really matters.

2014-04-24 Thread Daniel Adams
that comment sometime ago about all carbon frames being the same (I'm sure I'm not getting that 100%). Rivaciously, Daniel -- 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

[RBW] Re: Starting to wonder if all this frame stuff really matters.

2014-04-23 Thread Daniel D.
Would any fork manufacturer? I think most would tell you to do a good visual check and if they're really in covering our butt mode take it in for a qualified service personnel to take a look. Old article

[RBW] Re: Starting to wonder if all this frame stuff really matters.

2014-04-19 Thread Daniel D.
3000 miles, 10 days, what's to snicker about? -- 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

Re: [RBW] Anyone use front bag on a Sam like Rando-style?

2014-04-10 Thread Eli Daniel
I have a small front bag (acorn mini rando bag), in which I carry a U lock, tools, spare tube, sunglasses, lunch, etc, atop a Mark's rack on my Sam. That amount of weight (a couple pounds) seems fine and easy to get used to, but also not totally ideal. I keep doing it because I sometimes have a

[RBW] Re: 26 Tire Suggestions?

2014-04-10 Thread Daniel M
of their existence I would find them very intriguing, but the website only shows 1.5 and 1.75 and my current philosophy is to run the biggest, supplest, lightest tire that will fit. Daniel M Berkeley, CA -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch

[RBW] Re: Wanted: Brand V BoxyBar bag or similar hbar bag that doesn't require a rack

2014-04-08 Thread Daniel D.
might want to search back a few weeks. I remember a brand v handlebar bag for sale. I was tempted so I was always looking at the ad don't recall it ever getting a sold update. On Monday, April 7, 2014 11:04:06 AM UTC-7, Anton Tutter wrote: I'm looking for a boxy-type hbar bag that doesn't

[RBW] Re: More reason to be an unracer

2014-03-20 Thread Daniel D.
this is my favorite bike related panel http://bizarrocomics.com/2013/11/15/tough-guys/ -- 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: What do Rivendell riders use for riding Sandals?

2014-03-11 Thread Daniel M
strap them to my pack as alternate / in-camp / creek crossing footwear on almost all of my backpacking trips, etc. I think the model is ZX/2 or something like that, but it's the classic original model without the big toe loop. Daniel Berkeley, CA -- You received this message because you

[RBW] Re: Coffee questions

2014-03-08 Thread Daniel M
. Comes out strong, rich, and smooth. Time to make coffee! Daniel -- 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

[RBW] Re: Coffee questions

2014-03-08 Thread Daniel M
It can be done without a scale and a timer with very good results. It all depends on how much you want to obsess. Daniel -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Recommended Coffee Grinder

2014-03-06 Thread Daniel M
The Hario I mentioned earlier costs $25 on Amazon at the moment. Ceramic burr grinder, easily and quickly adjustible. No need to go boutique-y unless you want to. Daniel -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from

[RBW] Re: Boyz On The Hoods Fauxvet 1.0 Ride

2014-03-06 Thread Daniel D.
Salton Sea's pretty inexpensive :p. On Tuesday, March 4, 2014 3:15:35 PM UTC-8, Irving (boyzonthehoods.com) wrote: Thanks for the comments Hugh. I kind of had a frazzled week before the ride so I knew my ride report was already going to be a stretch to comprehend. In my draft post, I began

[RBW] Re: Recommended Coffee Grinder

2014-03-04 Thread Daniel M
Wow - I can't believe I'm compelled to chime in here, but I switched to a hand-grinder a few years ago when my electric burr grinder gave up the ghost. I disliked how loud the electric grinder was and REALLY disliked how much static electricity it imparted into the grinds - a small portion of

Re: [RBW] Chain Line

2014-02-11 Thread Daniel Adams
If you have a crankset that matches the Campy BB specs (length, taper, BB shell width) for the cooresponding Campy crankset, is the Campy BB still preferable? Rivaciously, Daniel On Tue, Feb 11, 2014 at 9:15 AM, Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com wrote: That's exactly correct. The folks at Phil

Re: [RBW] Re: Riv horse-trading on a Riv-centric site

2014-01-29 Thread Daniel D.
I believe V-O carried those first :p On Wednesday, January 29, 2014 12:09:02 PM UTC-8, Doug Van Cleve wrote: Opinel knives? -- 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] Re: Racing Sucks

2014-01-19 Thread Daniel D.
That's the bottom line, My thought when I see overweight people out in lycra riding their race bikes is good for them On Sunday, January 19, 2014 10:38:25 AM UTC-8, hsmitham wrote: Disclaimer: I think you should wear what feels comfortable to you ~Hugh “Life is like riding a bicycle. To

Re: [RBW] Re: School me on Panaracer gumwall casing design.

2014-01-17 Thread Daniel M
as I need them to last long. The perfect decoration for an otherwise-boring blackwall? Reflective stripe. I love my Hetres and my SuperMotos, but I miss the reflective stripe of the Big Apples and Marathon Supremes. What an incredible visibility improvement. Daniel M -- You received

Re: [RBW] A study in Slope in Pictures

2014-01-04 Thread Eli Daniel
are almost the same). But they're still both pretty significantly different from my naive assumption of what grade meant. A 10-percent grade, for example, means a roughly 5.7-degree angle using either sin- or tan-based systems, and not a 9% angle (10% of 90) like I would have thought. -Eli Daniel

[RBW] Re: Cable End Soldering

2014-01-03 Thread Daniel D.
+1 for nail polish. Tried it when I was in a bind. But it's held up over a few years. -- 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: Loosen your valve nuts if you haven't in a while...

2013-12-26 Thread Daniel D.
I don't use them. didn't see the need and save the time unscrewing them on and off every time I mess with a tube. Haven't had a problem with leaking stems and don't use talc. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To

[RBW] Re: Which RBW Velosophies have worked for you? Which haven't?

2013-11-20 Thread Daniel D.
This is where I miss clipless pedals the most. Now I fumble more often to get the pedal in a good starting position, with clipless it was pretty automatic since my foot was stuck to it :p. On Tuesday, November 19, 2013 9:05:09 PM UTC-8, Michael wrote: *9. Platform pedals/ditching the

Re: [RBW] Re: Soma Grand Randonnee, from a Rivendell perspective

2013-11-12 Thread Daniel
. Here's a link to a profile shot: http://www.flickr.com/photos/dvadna/10618563224/in/set-72157637283707385 Daniel Yorba Linda, CA On Tue, Nov 12, 2013 at 12:44 PM, Jim Bronson jim.bron...@gmail.com wrote: It's a threaded quill on the Soma, so no spacers. I have one of those 225mm Nittos sitting

[RBW] Re: Off-pavement riding

2013-10-13 Thread Daniel D.
Dude I've been riding fixed since '83! -- 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,

Re: [RBW] BQ on Mark's rack

2013-10-03 Thread Daniel D.
Can't be that strong, according to the riv site it's rated for only 4.4 pounds. -- 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: FS Nitto Lugged Quill Stems

2013-09-29 Thread Daniel V. Afram
Frank do you still have one of these? I'd be interested. Daniel On Sep 10, 2013 4:40 PM, Frank Brose fkbr...@gmail.com wrote: My mistake and apologies. Should read $135 Each. Thanks, Frank On Tuesday, September 10, 2013 5:44:50 PM UTC-5, Frank Brose wrote: So it seems I have no interest

[RBW] Re: Who's drinking the Kool Aid?

2013-09-09 Thread Daniel D.
Different flavors are great. Trouble arises when someone thinks any flavor other than the ones they choose are crap and only fools would drink it. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] Tips for Bikepacking with a backpack?

2013-09-07 Thread Daniel D.
I've used a timbuk2 backpack that has 2500 cubic inches of space. Volume will be his problem rather than weight. My backpack weight was about 15 pounds and I could barely close the thing because the sleeping bag and sleeping pad took up a lot of room, didn't carry a tent or cooking stuff. See

[RBW] SimpleOne Rohloff Conversion

2013-09-04 Thread Daniel Molloy
Hi group, I thought I would share this Rohloff conversion we just finished at Cycle Monkey. As a former Rivendell employee and current Rohloff user I'm a little biased, but I think it turned out great. We cold-set the rear triangle without any problems. Alex Wetmore converted his Quickbeam to

[RBW] Re: SimpleOne Rohloff Conversion

2013-09-04 Thread Daniel Molloy
Although we've cold set many steel bikes before, 120mm to 135mm is a pretty big jump. Fortunately, steel is quite malleable and forgiving as we all know. According to the mechanic who completed the cold setting, the process went quite smoothly. We made sure to check everything several times

[RBW] Re: SimpleOne Rohloff Conversion

2013-09-04 Thread Daniel Molloy
On the Sam Hillbornehttp://cyclemonkeylab.blogspot.com/2012/11/rohloff-equipped-rivendell-sam-hillborne.html#more, the customer wanted a SPEEDHUB with an external gearbox that features full length shift housing, allowing routing under the chainstays and downtube. With this SimpleOne, the

Re: [RBW] Re: Opniel knives

2013-08-15 Thread Daniel D.
I used to have a pretty good knife collection Interests changed, I kept the spyderco native and Victorinox camper,. Got the native at walmart years ago, $30 for a MUSA knife with an S30V blade what a deal. Only negative was the FRN handle. I wonder if there are any sebenza fans on here? On

Re: [RBW] Tires/Wheels for new Sam Hillborne

2013-08-08 Thread Eli Daniel
I have a 56 Sam with 37mm Soma New Express tires under longboards, and there's plenty more room. If the Marathons are really 3mm fatter, I'd think it would be fine. -Eli On Aug 6, 2013, at 8:56 PM, Mark Taintor marktain...@gmail.com wrote: I have a new 56 cm Sam that's going to be built up in

[RBW] Thin gripsters vs mks touring

2013-07-09 Thread Daniel D.
Riding with tevas and the MKS touring pedals my feet have slipped off at times. Mostly on downhills when I tried to pedal at a high cadence sometimes due to terrain. Do the gripsters have better grip? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: Rivendell SF Pop-Up Store

2013-06-07 Thread Daniel D.
I've been bugging my friend for the past week to go down there to try out the 71cm. He's 6'5 and has yet to find a truly comfortable mtb, hybrid, or road bike. He just called me gushing about the test ride saying things like surreal ride like riding a lazy boy recliner . Think we'll have

[RBW] Dropping by the Riv HQ for a test ride and clipless pedals?

2013-06-03 Thread Daniel D.
Thinking of biking over and checking them out. Will I end up getting the stink eye and have to enter a big debate if I ask them to put switch over my clipless pedals to a bike for a test ride? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch

Re: [RBW] What is the Rivish upgrade from Synergy rims?

2013-05-17 Thread Daniel
How about the Pacenti? Btw, why not a wider rim? On Thursday, May 16, 2013, Michael wrote: Don't want a wider rim. Same size 650b. What's a good upgrade? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] FS: 650b front wheel and tires, plus Berthoud bag with decaleur

2013-05-11 Thread Daniel M
be shipped pending discussion with the buyer. I would love to see these go to a good home rather than gather dust. Get in touch with me if you're interested. Daniel -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group

[RBW] Re: New AHH 56cm 650B Build

2013-03-07 Thread Daniel
to my surprise, it works great. Daniel Yorba Linda, CA On Thursday, March 7, 2013 11:01:42 AM UTC-8, Davidbea wrote: Just made the call and my new A Homer Hilsen frame is on its way. I would appreciate some guidance on the build. I am looking to work with my local LBS as well as people

[RBW] Re: Does anyone have any experience with the Public bikes basket on a Nitto M-12 front rack?

2013-03-07 Thread Daniel M
. Daniel -- 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-owners-bunch

[RBW] Re: Plastic Fenders and Hetres

2013-03-06 Thread Daniel
Michael, do you have any pictures? I can't imagine that there would be much clearance since the Hetre's around about 40mm-42mm and the P45 should be about 45mm. The arithmatic makes it sound very tight, but maybe the real world measurements are a different story. Thanks! On Wednesday, March 6,

Re: [RBW] interview with Ritchey on steel, gravel, wide tires and innovation

2013-03-05 Thread Daniel
were building upon their experience with and knowledge of 26 (559) Schwinns. Daniel Yorba Linda, CA On Monday, March 4, 2013 9:25:05 PM UTC-8, Mike Schiller wrote: Hugh, the very 1st MTB's that Ritchey made were orignally 650b. http://www.flickr.com/photos/slonie/8008516231/in/faves

Re: [RBW] Re: Plastic Fenders and Hetres

2013-03-05 Thread Daniel
Thanks, Jim. The bit about the lower rear mount cracking has me looking back at the SKS or metal fenders. Daniel Yorba Linda, CA -- 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] Re: Plastic Fenders and Hetres

2013-03-04 Thread Daniel
Has anyone tried the Planet Bike Cascadia with Hetres? -- 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

Re: [RBW] Re: Plastic Fenders and Hetres

2013-03-04 Thread Daniel
How did they work, Jim? The 29er or the 26? On Monday, March 4, 2013 9:00:42 AM UTC-8, Jim M. wrote: Yes. On Sun, Mar 3, 2013 at 9:49 PM, Daniel datadat...@gmail.com javascript: wrote: Has anyone tried the Planet Bike Cascadia with Hetres? -- You received this message because

[RBW] Re: FS in Berkeley, CA: 56cm Sam Hillborne, Orange, Single TT, Canti, Waterford-Built

2013-03-03 Thread Daniel M
or Picassa account before so this is the best way I know of to share photos. Feel free to contact me with any questions; I'd be happy to share my phone number once I know you're not a robot! Thanks again, Daniel -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners

[RBW] FS in Berkeley, CA: 56cm Sam Hillborne, Orange, Single TT, Canti, Waterford-Built

2013-02-22 Thread Daniel M
: http://www.ecovelo.info/2010/05/03/gallery-daniels-rivendell-sam-hillborne/ http://www.ecovelo.info/2010/10/21/daniel-mayeris-photo-contest-entry/ I rode the bike from Berkeley to Portland and back, twice in the Davis Double, as well as to work and back nearly every day for two years, plus

[RBW] Re: ISO/WTB All Rounder 57 or 59

2013-02-21 Thread Daniel
Jake, this is maller than you're looking for, but maybe it'll work. Or maybe it'll catch someone else's eye here: This is a 21 (CTT) All Arounder that I saw on The Paceline classifieds: http://forums.thepaceline.net/showthread.php?t=122073 Daniel Yorba Linda, CA On Monday, February 18

[RBW] Re: April 7 SoCal Rive Ride in Ventura

2013-02-21 Thread Daniel
Thanks, Rob. I'll try to make this one. Daniel YL -- 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

[RBW] Re: new photos of Sam sporting center pull brakes

2013-02-21 Thread Daniel
I'm guessing those are the Dia Compe. Is that right? Daniel Yorba Linda, CA On Wednesday, February 20, 2013 7:57:44 AM UTC-8, Ron Mc wrote: I like it http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/f-hillborne-blue.htm -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW

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