[RBW] FS: Compass Tires, 26” Thunderburts, Assos shorts, Garmin Edge Explore

2019-12-30 Thread Eric Douglas
, Eric Douglas in Brooklyn, who is still in physical therapy for hip bursitis, so hasn’t done much riding lately, but has gone for some very nice walks. Compass Rat Trap Pass tires. Extralight with black sidewalls new in packaging. $140 pair. Compass Rat Trap Pass mounted but never

[RBW] FS: BIg Agnes and TarpTent Tents, Sleeping Pad, Ortlieb Gravel-Pack Panniers, etc.

2019-07-26 Thread Eric Douglas
at ekdouglas (at) mindspring.com Regards, Eric Douglas in Brooklyn Big Agnes Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL 2 Tent in Olive Green. New with tags, $300. https://www.bigagnes.com/Copper-Spur-HV-UL2 Tarptent Moment DW, seam sealed by Tarptent. $260 https://www.tarptent.com/product/moment-dw

[RBW] What's Left and Price Drops FS: Many cranksets, Acorn Bag, drivetrain parts, etc.

2019-07-03 Thread Eric Douglas
Here’s what’s left— Prices dropped and feel free to make offers Photos can be seen here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/147685640@N03/albums/72157709360495822 Prices include shipping. It’s best to contact me at ekdouglas (at) mindspring.com Regards, Eric Douglas in Brooklyn #1 Thorn

[RBW] FS: Many cranksets, Berthoud Saddle, Acorn Bag, IQ-X, drivetrain parts, etc.

2019-07-01 Thread Eric Douglas
://www.flickr.com/photos/147685640@N03/albums/72157709360495822 Prices include shipping. If asking prices seem to be out of line, feel free to make offers. It’s best to contact me at ekdouglas (at) mindspring.com Regards, Eric Douglas in Brooklyn #1 Thorn cranks 110/74 bcd . 170mm

[RBW] Re: NYC riders: fenders year-round?

2018-05-21 Thread Eric Douglas
Eric in Brooklyn here: There is all sort of gross stuff on NYC streets. I like to keep it off me and my drivetrain. On Monday, May 21, 2018 at 8:40:03 PM UTC-4, Kainalu V. wrote: > > Garbage juice spritzer is the key to winning just riding in NYC. I've been > without fenders for a year and

[RBW] Re: Question off topic mostly

2018-05-19 Thread Eric Douglas
As to the handing of small wheeled folding bikes, I find that tire width make a huge difference. I have Schwalbe Big Apple 20 x 2.15 tires on both my Bike Friday Llama and Swift Folder. No problems at all doing a week long tour or a century on the Llama. Both bikes came with more narrow

[RBW] Re: Riv request for store credits

2018-02-22 Thread Eric Douglas
Don't need any parts but just bought a $50 certificate to support Grant. Eric On Thursday, February 22, 2018 at 5:43:17 PM UTC-5, dougP wrote: > > Michael: > > Complete bike for the price of the frame? How could she object? This > truly is the deal I've ever seen. > > When we got my wife's

[RBW] Re: Single speed handlebar recommendations

2018-01-07 Thread Eric Douglas
46 Nitto "Dream" bars. Works for me for everything but singletrack. Love em' enough so that I stocked up on them when they became hard to find. On Sunday, January 7, 2018 at 10:45:12 AM UTC-5, A. Douglas M. wrote: > > I had Nitto noodles on my QB when purchased. It was ok, but Riv sizing >

Re: [RBW] Re: Bike Trainer Thoughts

2018-01-01 Thread Eric Douglas
A couple of additional thoughts: Yes, trainers are boring. Music or Netflix works for me. Interval training can make for a short & productive workout. Trainer specific tires make a difference-- besides saving wear on your road tires, they are quieter and slip less. Eric On Monday, January

[RBW] Re: What do Rivendell Riders use for minimal footwear in winter? Large big toe joint problem.

2017-11-04 Thread Eric Douglas
I use sandals with thick wool socks. With Gortex over-socks when its gets really cold (or wet) Eric On Friday, November 3, 2017 at 12:57:59 PM UTC-4, lum gim fong wrote: > > > > *I remembered that some on this forum wear minimal footwear* and was > wondering what you all wear to keep the

[RBW] FS: What’s left and price drops-- Bilenky Frame, 700c Dynamo Wheelsets & Tires, Acorn Boxy Bag, etc.

2017-07-10 Thread Eric Douglas
Thanks to all who have helped me downsize my collection. I have one last frame use I’d like to try to move out before I leave on Tuesday for my summer travels through Montana and Oregon. I’m also selling some of the parts and accessories I was going to use with the frame. Eric Douglas

[RBW] FS: Bilenky Light Touring/Rando Frame, 700c Dynamo Wheelsets, Acorn Boxy Bag, Paul Touring etc

2017-07-09 Thread Eric Douglas
Thanks to all who have helped me downsize my collection. I have one last frame use I’d like to try to move out before I leave on Tuesday for my summer travels through Montana and Oregon. I’m also selling some of the parts and accessories I was going to use with the frame. Eric Douglas

[RBW] Re: FS: 9 speed Bar End Shifters, Cassettes and Chains

2017-07-06 Thread Eric Douglas
to no visible wear. I can be contacted at ekdouglas (at) mindspring (dot) com Feel free to make offers. Eric Douglas Very lightly used Ultegra 12-27 cassettes. $25 3 available Very lightly used HG-400 11-34 cassettes. $20 2 available Very lightly used Ultegra 12-23 cassette

[RBW] FS: 9 speed Bar End Shifters, Cassettes and Chains

2017-07-06 Thread Eric Douglas
at ekdouglas (at) mindspring (dot) com Feel free to make offers. Eric Douglas New Dura Ace 9 speed shifters. Cables and housing not included. 3 Available. $55 Used Dura Ace 9 speed shifters. Cables and housing not included. 1 Available $50 Very lightly used Ultegra 12-27 cassettes

[RBW] FS: S Coupled 700c Bilenky Tourer Price Drop & other frames

2017-06-16 Thread Eric Douglas
I'm dropping the asking price to 1300 and will be happy to include a few components with the deal. Also, the green and gray frames I've previously listed are still available. I'm open to offers. Eric On Tuesday, June 13, 2017 at 9:34:26 PM UTC-4, Eric Douglas wrote: > > Continu

[RBW] FS: S Coupled 700c Bilenky Tourer

2017-06-13 Thread Eric Douglas
to fully build up the bike. Please feel free to ask questions, make suggestions, etc. Asking 1400 and open to offers. Eric Douglas in hot and humid Brooklyn. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubs

[RBW] Re: Platform Pedal Recommendation for Sam

2017-06-13 Thread Eric Douglas
I used to use VP Vice pedals but switched to Fyxation Mesa's in nylon because they're much less likely to bloody my shins. No loss in grip as far as I can tell. On Tuesday, June 13, 2017 at 12:14:39 PM UTC-4, Will Ashe wrote: > > +1 for VP Vice. -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Re: Does anybody ride 75+ km with non-drop-bar handlebars?

2017-06-03 Thread Eric Douglas
Kent Peterson used to ride very long distances with a flat bar fixed / single speed. On Saturday, June 3, 2017 at 2:28:56 PM UTC-4, Marc Irwin wrote: > > I use the Bosco Bars from Rivendell on my touring bike and bike of choice > for 100k charity rides. They not only provide a huge range of

[RBW] Re: FS: What’s now left-- drivetrain, brake, seatposts, wheelsets etc.

2017-06-01 Thread Eric Douglas
Pro 26x2.35 folding studded tires. $100 pair --Schwalbe Marathon Winter 700x50 $80 pair --Nokian Mount and Ground 26x1.9 $70 pair On Wednesday, May 31, 2017 at 12:44:15 PM UTC-4, Eric Douglas wrote: > > Thanks for all the replies. Here's what's left. Make offers!Prices > inc

[RBW] FS: What’s now left-- drivetrain, brake, seatposts, wheelsets etc.

2017-05-31 Thread Eric Douglas
0x50 $80 pair --Nokian Mount and Ground 26x1.9 $70 pair On Wednesday, May 31, 2017 at 6:35:34 AM UTC-4, Eric Douglas wrote: > > Folks— Still downsizing. I’ll also be posting a couple of frames and > matching wheelsets next week. Discounts offered for multiple items. Feel > fre

[RBW] FS: What’s left and additions, drivetrain, brake, seatposts, wheelsets etc.

2017-05-31 Thread Eric Douglas
Folks— Still downsizing. I’ll also be posting a couple of frames and matching wheelsets next week. Discounts offered for multiple items. Feel free to make offers. Prices include shipping in the lower 48. It’s best to contact me at ekdouglas (at) mindspring (dot) com Photos can be

[RBW] Re: On downsizing (and the 1 bike, and 650b)

2017-05-31 Thread Eric Douglas
I just want to second the idea of getting two sets of wheel for that one bike and *to make sure that the rims have the same width*--will make wheel changes much easier. On Wednesday, May 31, 2017 at 2:23:33 AM UTC-4, Ian A wrote: > > One bike + a home workshop. > > On Tuesday, May 30, 2017 at

[RBW] FS: Acorn & Ortlieb Bags, Racks, Berthoud Decaleurs & what’s left from previous listings (price drop

2017-05-22 Thread Eric Douglas
I’m continuing to purge/downsize. All prices include shipping with the lower 48. It’s best to contact me at ekdouglas (at) mindspring.com Acorn Boxy Rando Bag Ranger Tan. New. Last year’s model (see photo) 180 Acorn Boxy Rado Bag Black Used for two dry rides. Last year’s model

[RBW] Re: FS: Wheelsets and tires, 700c and 26, What's Left

2017-05-16 Thread Eric Douglas
far from NYC. All rear hubs are 135 spacing. Mounted tires and cassettes are not included. Photos at https://www.flickr.com/gp/147685640@N03/1gi0d7 It's best to contact me at ekdouglas (at) mindspring (dot) com More photos or info available upon request. Thanks, Eric Douglas

[RBW] FS: Wheelsets and tires, 700c and 26, Dynamo and otherwise

2017-05-15 Thread Eric Douglas
. Mounted tires and cassettes are not included. Photos at https://www.flickr.com/gp/147685640@N03/1gi0d7 It's best to contact me at ekdouglas (at) mindspring (dot) com More photos or info available upon request. Thanks, Eric Douglas Wheelset 1: Velocity P35 700c laced with 36 double

[RBW] Re: FS: Three Bilenky Frames: Corretion for the Gray Frame Specs

2017-05-12 Thread Eric Douglas
The seat tube is 55cm c-t. For reference, I'm 5' 11" and have a 84cm pbh. On Wednesday, May 10, 2017 at 8:30:42 PM UTC-4, Eric Douglas wrote: > > Folks— > > > > I’m now really seriously downsizing my collection and am putting these > five frames up for sale. Asking

[RBW] Re: FS: Three Bilenky Frames and Two Surlys

2017-05-12 Thread Eric Douglas
It's best to contact me at ekdouglas (at) mindspring (dot) com. On Wednesday, May 10, 2017 at 8:30:42 PM UTC-4, Eric Douglas wrote: > > Folks— > > > > I’m now really seriously downsizing my collection and am putting these > five frames up for sale. Asking prices are f

[RBW] Re: FS: Three Bilenky Frames and Two Surlys

2017-05-11 Thread Eric Douglas
It's best to contact me at ekdouglas (at) mindspring (dot) com. Thanks! On Wednesday, May 10, 2017 at 8:30:42 PM UTC-4, Eric Douglas wrote: > > Folks— > > > > I’m now really seriously downsizing my collection and am putting these > five frames up for sale. Asking pric

[RBW] FS: Three Bilenky Frames and Two Surlys

2017-05-10 Thread Eric Douglas
, Eric Douglas *Bilenky Custom Frame 1*. Powdercoated deep red with matching front and rear racks. Fillet brazed, with clearance for 700 x 42 tires with fenders. The finishing on the fillets is not as smooth as on the other frames, but is still nicer than tig welding. 1” threaded

[RBW] Re: Compass on tour?

2017-05-01 Thread Eric Douglas
Another date point: I've done about 1500m touring in Montana and New England on Barlow Passes EL without a flat--and I weigh more than you do. On the other hand, if I absolutely wanted to avoid flats I might consider Schwalbe Marathon Supremes. E On Monday, May 1, 2017 at 10:21:48 AM

[RBW] Re: Riv-ish rides in metro NYC area?

2017-04-22 Thread Eric Douglas
John: I think most of the best rides are to be had by taking Metro North up to either Pougkeepsie or Wassaic. Some great quiet country roads to be had up there. And of course there's the Crouton Aqueduct Trail... Feel free to PM me if you want specific route suggestions. Eric On Saturday,

[RBW] Re: Secondary Levers and V-Brakes

2016-05-31 Thread Eric Douglas
I use the levers that David mentions on a couple of my bikes. One set has seen about 4000 miles of frequent braking and still works perfectly. No reason to spend more IMO. Eric Tektro makes them or made them at some point. Here's an eBay listing for them:

[RBW] Re: NYC Rivs

2015-12-05 Thread Eric Douglas
I'm in Williamsburg, not retired, but am happy to see people who don't think that my bike obsession is all that peculiar. Eric On Saturday, December 5, 2015 at 9:37:52 AM UTC-5, alan lavine wrote: > > Hello All, > Was wondering if any members in NYC would be interested in meeting up. >