Re: [RBW] Re: Heard my first "Hey, nice Riv!" today. Felt chuffed

2018-10-01 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
I think I’m gonna boof. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter/Instagram) > On Oct 1, 2018, at 3:17 PM, Andrew Letton wrote: > > Ummm... I'd be careful about handing out "chuffs"! ;-) > > https://www.urbandictionary.com/define

Re: [RBW] Re: Film Processing

2018-10-01 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Looks interesting! And he’s shooting with a Leica! --Eric N > On Oct 1, 2018, at 2:56 PM, Lester Lammers wrote: > > Have you seen Kodachrome on Netflix? > > https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/netflix-s-kodachrome-was-inspired-by-a-headline-1104279 > >> On Monday, October 1, 2018 at

Re: [RBW] Re: Fil Processing

2018-10-01 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Thanks! I’ll send you a roll soon. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter/Instagram) > On Oct 1, 2018, at 12:16 PM, 'jeffrey kane' via RBW Owners Bunch > wrote: > > Eric: > > $8.00 per roll to process plus $12.00 for full roll scans. We send scans via

[RBW] Fil Processing

2018-10-01 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Jeffrey: What would you charge to process and scan (no prints) a roll or color (c-41) or BW film? Would it be $8 + $13 (for “prints or CD”)? Can you upload the scans, or do you just put them on CD? Thanks in advance! --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter/Instagram) -- You

Re: [RBW] Re: What do Rivendell Riders use for floor pumps?

2018-10-01 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
can buy the leather plunger if it wears out (or just take it out and put a little grease on it in most cases), and the hose/chuck assembly is easily available. Take care of a Silca—and don’t lose it—and it will last forever. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter/Instagram

[RBW] Film Processing

2018-10-01 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
e film in the mail to getting the scans. No additional charge for black and white. Anybody using a different lab that you would recommend? --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter/Instagram) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW O

Re: [RBW] Re: Rene Herse crank wobble/deflection issue(?)

2018-09-27 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Not sure that legs make up most of the weight in the bottom half of *my* body ... --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter/Instagram) > On Sep 27, 2018, at 11:53 AM, Jan Heine wrote: > > On Thursday, September 27, 2018 at 11:36:14 AM UTC-7, Bill Lindsay wrote: > My

Re: [RBW] Recomendations For Cycling-Specific Vehicle

2018-09-25 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
one used. They all look pretty much the same; the later models had some minor exterior changes that included a switch to having the entire vehicle painted in the same color. I’m planning to hold onto mine until gas goes out of style. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter

Re: [RBW] Re: Film photography - subject matter?

2018-09-25 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
l film camera makes it more fun. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter/Instagram) > On Sep 25, 2018, at 7:04 AM, John Philip wrote: > > I shoot mostly digital these days and nearly always have a camera with me. > Sometimes offhand shots -- even when the photograph

[RBW] Film photography - subject matter?

2018-09-24 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
A little late to this thread, but ... I recently purchased a fully manual 35mm camera (Leica, made in 1950, with a lens from 1940) to sample film photography again. I started shooting film way back in high school, developing and printing black and white photos in the family bathroom. Kept on

[RBW] Lights and Tariffs

2018-09-24 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Story from today’s All Things Considered on NPR about tariffs and their effect on Light and Motion, a well-known California-based maker of bike and other lights: https://www.npr.org/2018/09/24/651221317/u-s-tariffs-on-china-may-force-california-company-to-move-production-overseas Take-home

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: TA Carmina (not Zephyr) Crankset Triple 9/10 Speed

2018-09-23 Thread Eric Norris
Peter: I’ve become much more flexible about components. My Campy Only days are gone, and I often ride on bikes nowadays with no Campy at all! The Carmina crankset was purchased at a bike shop’s closing sale. I would love to use it, but it’s not needed for any of my bikes so I am hoping to find

[RBW] FS: TA Carmina Crankset Triple

2018-09-22 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
73d/AAB0Tj7gWolbz88sjMlySE1ia?dl=0> Email if you have trouble viewing the photos. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com <mailto:campyonly...@me.com> @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter/Instagram) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" grou

[RBW] Re: FS: TA Zephyr Crankset Triple

2018-09-22 Thread Eric Norris
Sorry all ... guess it’s a Carmina. The rings say “Zephyr” on them. -- 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] FS: TA Zephyr Crankset Triple

2018-09-22 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
this crankset, but I don’t have a bike that needs it! Photos here: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/gxyge7g0szgi73d/AAB0Tj7gWolbz88sjMlySE1ia?dl=0 <https://www.dropbox.com/sh/gxyge7g0szgi73d/AAB0Tj7gWolbz88sjMlySE1ia?dl=0> Email if you have trouble viewing the photos. --Eric Norris cam

Re: [RBW] Re: Sackville BagBoy

2018-09-10 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Works best to put Democratic lawn signs in left side saddlebags, Republican in the right. Moderate candidates (if you can find them) can be used in handlebar bags. --Eric N > On Sep 10, 2018, at 2:08 PM, dougP wrote: > > To add stiffness to any bag, the material that many election lawn signs

Re: [RBW] Re: Not so permanent Basket + Rack

2018-08-31 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Bill: I think there’s a whole different design for anybody who’s running Linux on their PC. --Eric N > On Aug 31, 2018, at 11:55 AM, Bill Lindsay wrote: > > Can somebody explain to me what I'm looking at with Clayton's design? I a > static image in the instagram link posted above. I see a

Re: [RBW] New(-to-me) Quickbeam

2018-08-30 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Tully: There should be an adjustment on the brakes to align them. On the Tektro Oryx cantis on my QB, there’s a little Allen fitting: You’ll probably need to adjust both sides to get the brakes centered around the rim. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter/Instagram

Re: [RBW] FS: Nitto B302 North Road Bars

2018-08-21 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Sorry ... 25.4 Eric N www.CampyOnly.com CampyOnlyGuy.blogspot.com Twitter: @CampyOnlyGuy > On Aug 21, 2018, at 6:03 PM, 'jeffrey kane' via RBW Owners Bunch > wrote: > > Hey Eric — what’s the clamp size? > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups >

Re: [RBW] PRCIE REDUCED: Pair of Conti TopContact Tires 700x32 *SOLD*

2018-08-21 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Tires have been sold! --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter/Instagram) > On Aug 20, 2018, at 9:29 PM, 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch > wrote: > > Price reduced … these tires need to go! > > $50 for the pair, shipped by professionals to your work or

[RBW] PRCIE REDUCED: Pair of Conti TopContact Tires 700x32

2018-08-20 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Price reduced … these tires need to go! $50 for the pair, shipped by professionals to your work or place of residence. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter/Instagram) > On Aug 19, 2018, at 9:50 PM, 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch > wrote: > > Pair of Co

[RBW] FS: Pair of Conti TopContact Tires 700x32

2018-08-19 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
1-1-fkmr0=conti+topcontact+vectran>), so here’s your chance to get a way better deal than Jeff Bezos will give you! $75 shipped in the CONUS. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter/Instagram) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Group

Re: [RBW] Re: Dynamo Lights - Sinewave, IQX, Schmidt?

2018-08-18 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
l over the US and Canada. > > PJW > Peter White Cycles > >> On Sat, Aug 18, 2018 at 7:56 AM 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch >> wrote: >> Yes. Busch and Muller makes the Ixon light, which uses 4 AA batteries. Nice >> light that runs 3 hours on high, 15

Re: [RBW] Re: Dynamo Lights - Sinewave, IQX, Schmidt?

2018-08-18 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Yes. Busch and Muller makes the Ixon light, which uses 4 AA batteries. Nice light that runs 3 hours on high, 15 on low. The low setting is OK for me in dark places (our in the country away from streetlights); YMMV. I’ve never seen them for sale in a US shop. Bought mine from a German online

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Handmade Waxed Cotton Seat Bag

2018-08-14 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Kurt: It’s yours. PayPal me at my email address. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter/Instagram) > On Aug 14, 2018, at 10:39 AM, 'Kurt Henry' via RBW Owners Bunch > wrote: > > Eric, I don't trust the private message system in google, but would love to > pi

[RBW] FS: Handmade Waxed Cotton Seat Bag

2018-08-14 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
shipped in the CONUS. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter/Instagram) -- 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-ow

Re: [RBW] Quickbeam Headtube Sizes?

2018-08-13 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Head tube on my 56CM Quickbeam is 15CM overall (between the headset cups). --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter/Instagram) > On Aug 13, 2018, at 12:29 PM, Dave Grossman wrote: > > In order to help me ID a Quickbeam sizewise, can any owners help me out? > &g

[RBW] FS: Pashley Guvnor

2018-08-10 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Not a Rivendell, but certainly Riv-ish, and perhaps of interest to someone on this list. This is my Pashley, listed on eBay today. I’ll sell to anyone on this list for 10% off the eBay price. Look at this on eBay Pashley Guvnor English Path Racer with Extras Excellent Condition Eric N

[RBW] Bags Sold

2018-08-10 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Brooks and Keven bag are both sold, pending payment –Eric N -- 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] FS: Keven's Bag

2018-08-10 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
of thick canvas and leather. Nice condition—a bit of patina, but no tears or damage. Includes all of the straps. $65 shipped in the CONUS. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter/Instagram) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW O

[RBW] FS: Brooks Saddle Bag

2018-08-10 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
as a handlebar bag *or* a seat bag. If used on the seat, it will benefit from a holder or stabilizer to keep it from swaying. These went for about $150 new—this one can be yours for $60 shipped in the CONUS. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter/Instagram) -- You received

[RBW] FS: Pletscher Dual-Leg Kickstand

2018-07-28 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Like new dual-leg kickstand like this one: https://www.modernbike.com/pletscher-two-leg-kickstand Came with a bike I bought. Installed and used a few times by the previous owner. Uncut legs, so it should fit any bike. All hardware except the little rubber feet. $30 shipped in the CONUS. Note

Re: [RBW] Re: Paris Bicycle Shops

2018-07-26 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Photos inside the shop from my visit there in 2015: https://www.flickr.com/photos/campyonlyguy/albums/72157681445923345 <https://www.flickr.com/photos/campyonlyguy/albums/72157681445923345> --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter/Instagram) > On Jul 26, 2018, a

Re: [RBW] Paris Bicycle Shops

2018-07-26 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
equipment is definitely drool-worthy. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter/Instagram) > On Jul 26, 2018, at 1:42 PM, Karl wrote: > > In Paris for a week, and wondering if anyone knows of any shops that a fellow > Rivendell fan would enjoy. Thanks in advanc

Re: [RBW] Re: Help me diagnose chain slip cause?

2018-07-25 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
I’m reminded of the old physician’s maxim: “When you hear hoof beats, think horses, not zebras.” Unless, of course, you’re a physician in Africa. The obvious answer is quite often right. --Eric N > On Jul 25, 2018, at 7:33 AM, Brett Callahan wrote: > > Well, I replaced the cassette and chain

Re: [RBW] Brooks saddle turning into a banana

2018-07-24 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Let it dry and it should go back to its original shape. If needed, tighten it up with the nut at the front of the saddle to remove the sag. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter/Instagram) > On Jul 23, 2018, at 8:59 PM, Jim S. wrote: > > Hi all, > > I ha

Re: [RBW] Hanging an inverted edeluxe from fork crown?

2018-07-09 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
All except the “upside down” Edelux, which is made to mount that way. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter/Instagram) > On Jul 7, 2018, at 2:55 PM, SurlySteel wrote: > > Peter White cautions against hanging dynamo lights upside down. > http://www.peterwhitecycl

Re: [RBW] Thought I'd share my Appaloosa

2018-07-08 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
Nick: I have the same racks on a Soma Saga. Yes, they’re overkill, but I also don’t have the heart to remove them. The front one basically holds the headlight in place, which is over-engineering to the Nth degree. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter/Instagram) > On Ju

[RBW] RBW Emails Being Tagged as Junk

2018-07-08 Thread 'Eric Norris' via RBW Owners Bunch
I’ve recently noticed that Apple’s Mail apps (on computer and mobile devices) has recently started sending many (most?) messages from this list to a Junk folder. Ads about stuff for sale seem to be especially affected—the original post goes to junk, but the replies to the list come through.

Re: [RBW] Re: Cutting rack struts without a vice

2018-06-27 Thread Eric Norris
Even a small pair of bolt cutters will work quite well on struts, which are made of relatively soft and easy-to-cut aluminum. I’ve cut struts effectively this way. Bolt cutters will leave sharp edges, which you might way to soften with sandpaper. A Dremel tool with a cutting wheel will also

Re: [RBW] Ever tossed a tire because you couldn't find the culprit?

2018-06-20 Thread Eric Norris
Two thoughts: 1) I would try to save the tire. Look a little harder for the culprit. 2) This is a great argument for lining up the label on the tire with the valve stem. Makes it so much easier to locate things in the tire based on where the hole in the tube is. If the puncture is 90 degrees

[RBW] WTB: French Freewheel

2018-06-09 Thread Eric Norris
I’m in need of a French-threaded, 6-speed freewheel. Wide range (13-28, 14-28, etc.) preferred. *Must* be French threaded. Anybody have one? --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter/Instagram) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups &quo

Re: [RBW] Re: Is this an insane idea?

2018-06-07 Thread Eric Norris
ave you trouble? > > On Thursday, June 7, 2018 at 9:56:25 AM UTC-6, Eric Norris wrote: > Joe: > > I have IGH on two bikes—both are Sturmey Archer’s S3X fixed-gear three-speed, > modified with a spin-on single speed freewheel to become more like a standard > hub (coasting). This setup is

Re: [RBW] Re: Is this an insane idea?

2018-06-07 Thread Eric Norris
Joe: I have IGH on two bikes—both are Sturmey Archer’s S3X fixed-gear three-speed, modified with a spin-on single speed freewheel to become more like a standard hub (coasting). This setup is stronger and simpler than a standard three-speed, because there are no pawls inside the hub (they are

Re: [RBW] PSA: 58cm Heron Road Complete on LA Craigslist

2018-05-22 Thread Eric Norris
Very interesting shifter setup! --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter/Instagram) > On May 22, 2018, at 10:01 AM, sameness <samen...@gmail.com> wrote: > > No idea if this is a good deal, and it's listed as cash only/no shipping, but > hey, it's a Heron,

[RBW] Wanted: LED Headlight

2018-05-19 Thread Eric Norris
I’m looking for a used Edelux, IQ-X or similar headlight, in silver. Anybody have one in good used condition that they don’t need? --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter/Instagram) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners

Re: [RBW] Traditional Cycling Shoes Makers?

2018-05-14 Thread Eric Norris
e read about these, which are a somewhat less expensive version. Their web site talks about “British shoemaking tradition,” but I think they are manufactured in the Far East: https://quocpham.com <https://quocpham.com/> --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter/Instagram)

[RBW] Parigi Roubaix Tires SOLD

2018-05-07 Thread Eric Norris
That was quick! --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter/Instagram) -- 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-ow

[RBW] Wide-ish Parigi-Roubaix Tires FS $50/Pair

2018-05-07 Thread Eric Norris
Brand new set of Challenge Parigi-Roubaix tires for sale. $50 shipped in the CONUS for the pair, or $30 each. 700x27 size. Never used, because they’re a very tight fit on the rims I wanted to use them on. Nice, supple tire. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter/Instagram

[RBW] DC Workers Ride Info

2018-05-05 Thread Eric Norris
inted copies of the cue sheet at the start. That’s it for now. If you have any questions, email me, or call 530-574-4875 See you in a week! --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter/Instagram) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "

[RBW] Rain Pants/Tights SOLD

2018-04-30 Thread Eric Norris
On their way to a new set of legs. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter/Instagram) -- 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 ema

Re: [RBW] Re: Feeling the Rivets

2018-04-28 Thread Eric Norris
Could you try hammering the edges down with a small ball peen hammer? –Eric N > On Apr 28, 2018, at 8:36 AM, Carla Waugh wrote: > > I had a Brooks saddle that had the same issue and I had to give it away > because one of the rivets was raised to much and they would

[RBW] Jan Heine Video Interview

2018-03-19 Thread Eric Norris
The folks at Path Less Pedaled interview Jan Heine this week, talking about (among other things), 650B and Jan’s role in promoting this and supple tires in general. https://youtu.be/x6x5VC2nAuE --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter/Instagram) -- You received this message

Re: [RBW] First pedestrian killed by autonomous car

2018-03-19 Thread Eric Norris
Well, they’re out in the world, so they’ve escaped the lab. Note that I referred to a *future* in which safer cars drive themselves. We may not be there yet. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter/Instagram) > On Mar 19, 2018, at 3:58 PM, Steve Palincsar <palin...@h

Re: [RBW] First pedestrian killed by autonomous car

2018-03-19 Thread Eric Norris
b=2=0ahUKEwjrh5LauPnZAhUObawKHRbNCTYQFgg0MAE=https%3A%2F%2Fcrashstats.nhtsa.dot.gov%2FApi%2FPublic%2FPublication%2F812375=AOvVaw2tzyQY4hOsgskIMmY3sOCt> --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter/Instagram) > On Mar 19, 2018, at 2:55 PM, Joe Bernard <joerem...@gmail.com> wrote: >

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Rivendell Road Bike -56cm

2018-03-01 Thread Eric Norris
I also have a converted Riv Road. I’m running Panaracer Gravel Kings on mine (marked as 38), and that’s the max tire size that will work. I tried a set of 42m tires, and the rear rubbed on the chainstays. --Eric N campyonly...@me.com www.CampyOnly.com Campyonlyguy.blogspot.com @Campyonlyguy >

Re: [RBW] Re: Make me a baby Mtn. step-thru

2018-02-24 Thread Eric Norris
d that first photo right after I snapped the pedal spindle > on my old Raleigh 3-speed. Luckily, with my young son aboard, I wasn't doing > anything foolish or extreme, no harm done, and I was able to pedal home, > albeit with only one cylinder engaged. > > On Saturday, February 2

Re: [RBW] Re: Make me a baby Mtn. step-thru

2018-02-24 Thread Eric Norris
Mark: Your bike has no pedals? --Eric N campyonly...@me.com www.CampyOnly.com Campyonlyguy.blogspot.com @Campyonlyguy > On Feb 24, 2018, at 8:28 AM, 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch > wrote: > > While it is true that rear seats can accommodate a child

Re: [RBW] Re: Bleriot repaint

2018-02-23 Thread Eric Norris
Actually, decals for pretty much any bike, including classics, are available. This retailer sells decals for a wide variety of makes and models, although they don’t seem to have any Rivendell models: www.velocals.com --Eric N campyonly...@me.com www.CampyOnly.com

Re: [RBW] Chroming a Rivendell?

2018-02-21 Thread Eric Norris
You might find someone who will do it cheaper, but if you’re looking for bicycle-quality chrome plating, it’s not cheap. Here are Joe Bell’s prices, which include $350 to chrome plate a fork and $500 to plate just the rear stays and dropouts: http://www.joebell.net/pdf/JB_form_09-17_v2.pdf

Re: [RBW] Re: Knicker Quest

2018-02-14 Thread Eric Norris
I have a pair of the Compass knickers. I like them; my wife thinks they look silly. >From a durability standpoint, the fabric seems a little thin to me, but >they’ve given good service in the limited times I’ve worn them. You’ll need to >wear something under the knickers—I usually wear padded

Re: [RBW] I'll be at Riv and need some suggestions about the local area

2018-02-13 Thread Eric Norris
Roberta: Other than RBW, Walnut Creek doesn’t offer much other than a small downtown filled with expensive shops. I suggest getting thee to San Francisco* as quickly as possible and starting there. If you get to SF around lunch, check out the Ferry Terminal’s great selection of gourmet

[RBW] Two Wheels Sold, One Still Available

2018-02-13 Thread Eric Norris
To All: The two front wheels have been sold, but the rear wheel (Phil Wood fixed/fixed, 120mm spaced, 700c, Velocity Aerohead rim) is still available. Make me a reasonable offer and let’s get this wheel back on the road! Eric N www.CampyOnly.com CampyOnlyGuy.blogspot.com Twitter:

Re: [RBW] FS: Bar-Mounted Phone/Stuff Bag

2018-02-06 Thread Eric Norris
SOLD!! --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter/Instagram) > On Feb 6, 2018, at 10:50 AM, Eric Norris <campyonly...@me.com> wrote: > > Got this in a holiday gift exchange, but I have no use for it. Nice, > brand-new Schwinn-branded bag will accommodate most p

Re: [RBW] Re: Houseless Sam Hillborne in Portland, Oregon

2018-02-01 Thread Eric Norris
I agree with the idea to post a notice where the bike was letting the owner know how to contact you. If they were somehow unable to get to their bike for a few weeks (maybe in a coma?) and then went back to retrieve it, there should be some way for them to find it. --Eric N

Re: [RBW] Re: Ibex shutting down?!?!?!

2018-01-28 Thread Eric Norris
Three pairs of wool bib shorts and a nice wool top for layering for me … Sad to see them go as well. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter/Instagram) > On Jan 28, 2018, at 3:00 PM, lum gim fong <john11.2...@gmail.com> wrote: > > Looks like Ibex is closed

Re: [RBW] Re: My trials and tribulations with upright bars

2018-01-23 Thread Eric Norris
that makes the difference. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter/Instagram) > On Jan 23, 2018, at 1:35 PM, 'Mark in Beacon' via RBW Owners Bunch > <rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com> wrote: > > I've never ridden an upright 40 miles. I use drop bars for that. I ha

Re: [RBW] Skewer Question

2018-01-19 Thread Eric Norris
Some riders use the Allen wrench skewers to help deter theft, since a top-end dynamo wheel can be quite expensive. As Bill points out, a standard quick release works perfectly. Eric N www.CampyOnly.com CampyOnlyGuy.blogspot.com Twitter: @CampyOnlyGuy > On Jan 19, 2018, at 4:38 PM, Tim Bantham

Re: [RBW] Surly Dingle Cog Discontinued

2018-01-13 Thread Eric Norris
Doug: You can turn your freewheel into a single (and probably two-speed) with spacers. There are kits out there to do this. Eric N www.CampyOnly.com CampyOnlyGuy.blogspot.com Twitter: @CampyOnlyGuy > On Jan 13, 2018, at 11:47 AM, Patrick Moore wrote: > > The ENO is a

Re: [RBW] My new Cheviot

2018-01-10 Thread Eric Norris
Nice bike, Joe! What’s the purpose of the third braze-on on the rear dropouts? One for a fender strut, one for a rack, plus ... ?? I ask in part because my two Alex Singers, which were purpose-built to accept both fenders and rear racks, do this with *one* braze-on and a clever bolt that does

Re: [RBW] Traveling with your bike

2018-01-10 Thread Eric Norris
Ben: The last time I shipped a bike (via Bike Flights) I ran into a problem finding a box small enough to avoid their oversize charge (which, to be fair, UPS and FedEx also charge). Most of the empty bike boxes I found at bike shops were in the “too big” category, and I had to hunt for a

Re: [RBW] Know Anybody in Lake Nacimiento?

2018-01-04 Thread Eric Norris
Thanks! I’ll give it a look. --Eric N campyonly...@me.com www.CampyOnly.com Campyonlyguy.blogspot.com @Campyonlyguy > On Jan 4, 2018, at 6:52 AM, Ray Varella wrote: > > I don’t know anyone Eric but a friend of mine has used a site called > “couchsurfing.com” and has

[RBW] Know Anybody in Lake Nacimiento?

2018-01-03 Thread Eric Norris
I’mm scouting out the route for my 2018 400-mile bike to work at the end of April, and I wonder if anybody on this list lives in or has a friend in Lake Nacimiento? I would love to find a bed to sleep on for one night, but everything online is in the “rent our estate” price range. If you know

Re: [RBW] Bar wrap direction

2018-01-01 Thread Eric Norris
What Olaf said. Wrapping stem-to-ends can help if your hands tend to slip forward on the bars—your hands catch on the edges of the tape, which unfortunately get worn and frayed more quickly. All of my bikes are wrapped end-to-stem. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter

Re: [RBW] Re: External bearing? Pah! Isis? Sheesh! Square taper? Pooh!

2017-12-27 Thread Eric Norris
) that were very comfortable. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter/Instagram) > On Dec 27, 2017, at 1:09 PM, Patrick Moore <bertin...@gmail.com> wrote: > > I do think that there is a good reason why "full" drop bars are so common > toda

Re: [RBW] Re: Discs versus calipers

2017-12-27 Thread Eric Norris
stable a bit (I have 120mm, 126mm, and 130mm-spaced bikes with speeds between 5 and 9), but the disk wheels wouldn’t work on any of my existing bikes. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter/Instagram) > On Dec 27, 2017, at 12:51 PM, Eric Daume <ericda...@gmail.com> wrot

Re: [RBW] Panaracer Gravel King 650b x 48mm Tire Experiences. Actual Width?

2017-12-22 Thread Eric Norris
650x38. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter/Instagram) > On Dec 22, 2017, at 10:24 AM, David B <daban...@gmail.com> wrote: > > What size are you using? I'm looking at the new 48mm version, but might be > able to extrapolate if they run s

Re: [RBW] Panaracer Gravel King 650b x 48mm Tire Experiences. Actual Width?

2017-12-22 Thread Eric Norris
exclusively). --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter/Instagram) > On Dec 22, 2017, at 8:43 AM, David B <daban...@gmail.com> wrote: > > I believe I saw someone running Panaracer Gravel King tires on a Riv posted > here recently, but I don't recal

Re: [RBW] FS: 56 cm Sam Hillborne frameset w/ Paul brakes

2017-12-18 Thread Eric Norris
WD40 will take the tar off easily and without risking scratching the paint. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter/Instagram) > On Dec 18, 2017, at 5:03 PM, Conway Bennett <captainconwaybenn...@gmail.com> > wrote: > > Here's a link to some pics I took toda

Re: [RBW] Re: Time Traveling Grant?

2017-12-17 Thread Eric Norris
Very cool! I have to let Santa know about this ... Eric N www.CampyOnly.com CampyOnlyGuy.blogspot.com Twitter: @CampyOnlyGuy > On Dec 16, 2017, at 9:50 PM, Timothy Hurley > wrote: > > The guy who runs that blog made a rad book of old Hollywood people riding >

Re: [RBW] Re: Time Traveling Grant?

2017-12-16 Thread Eric Norris
t;> Thanks, >> JohnS >> >>> On Saturday, December 16, 2017 at 10:24:21 AM UTC-5, Eric Norris wrote: >>> Very interesting—wonder if Grant traveled back in time to deliver this bike >>> to actor Dean Jones? I see moustache-y bars, ‘bars raised to the s

Re: [RBW] Re: Fixed Flywheel for the Brain

2017-12-12 Thread Eric Norris
“… even if this reason doesn’t apply to every rider.” So true. So very true. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter/Instagram) > On Dec 12, 2017, at 4:00 PM, Patrick Moore <bertin...@gmail.com> wrote: > > There are reasons for this, even if this reason doesn't

Re: [RBW] Re: Fixed Flywheel for the Brain

2017-12-12 Thread Eric Norris
are flailing around on their own … you’re then stuck with all your weight on the saddle, in a bad position for stability and handling. Kudos to you for never having your feet come off. Not everyone can do that. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter/Instagram) > On Dec 12, 2

Re: [RBW] Re: Silver Shifter 2 project revived

2017-12-06 Thread Eric Norris
Yeah, the levers with the ratchets inside. Did I get the name wrong? –Eric N > On Dec 6, 2017, at 6:38 PM, Adam Kilgas wrote: > > From the drawing, the Frank Jones SR reminds me of a single-speed Sam > Hillborne with a 28.6 downtube... In fact, isn't that the

Re: [RBW] Re: Silver Shifter 2 project revived

2017-12-06 Thread Eric Norris
Campagnolo did something similar with the first version of their indexed shifting. It was a disaster. I can’t imagine anyone wanting to stock all of those small parts—hard enough to get shops to sell friction levers! Another idea—also probably not viable—would be for Grant/Someone to buy up all

Re: [RBW] Re: Up Your Vis Game

2017-12-04 Thread Eric Norris
discussion of this topic that the most valuable piece of nighttime gear in his opinion is reflective ankle bands. Their motion attracts attention and helps identify you as a bicycle. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter/Instagram) > On Dec 4, 2017, at 7:36 AM, Daniel M <

Re: [RBW] Ibex shutting down?!?!?!

2017-12-01 Thread Eric Norris
of business. In their case, they tried to re-make their brand and ran out of money. Let’s hope someone else steps in to serve this market. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter/Instagram) > On Dec 1, 2017, at 7:49 AM, lum gim fong <john11.2...@gmail.com> wrote: > >

[RBW] Brooks B17: $89.95

2017-11-27 Thread Eric Norris
ard-black?utm_medium=email_source=mail+chimp_campaign=mc20171127_term=mc20171127> Their regular price is $145, which is in line with other online retailers, including one in Walnut Creek. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter/Instagram) -- You received this message becau

[RBW] Saddlesack SOLD!

2017-11-26 Thread Eric Norris
Thanks to everyone for their interest. Eric N www.CampyOnly.com CampyOnlyGuy.blogspot.com Twitter: @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 it, send an

Re: [RBW] Re: Large Saddlesack in Olive FS $175

2017-11-26 Thread Eric Norris
Two (totally unbiased) thumbs up on that combo! Eric N www.CampyOnly.com CampyOnlyGuy.blogspot.com Twitter: @CampyOnlyGuy > On Nov 26, 2017, at 5:49 PM, Birdman wrote: > > I’m interested, but the bag matcher in me wonders about the olive and > Atlantis color combo. > > --

Re: [RBW] Re: Large Saddlesack in Olive FS $175

2017-11-26 Thread Eric Norris
S, is all. Just not sure I'd need > it, even for loaded touring. > > Jay > >> On Sunday, November 26, 2017 at 3:13:01 PM UTC-8, Eric Norris wrote: >> One more time … can’t believe nobody needs this bag. Used by me just once, >> which is why I’m selling it. Tons o

[RBW] Large Saddlesack in Olive FS $175

2017-11-26 Thread Eric Norris
https://www.dropbox.com/sh/1l87b6yziuzszuz/AAAfC5R2lhNyj9nM4wAeP724a?dl=0 <https://www.dropbox.com/sh/1l87b6yziuzszuz/AAAfC5R2lhNyj9nM4wAeP724a?dl=0> --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter/Instagram) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[RBW] Bump: Large Olive Saddlesack Reduced: $175

2017-11-23 Thread Eric Norris
Reduced price for the holidays on a lightly used Saddlesack: $175 shipped in the CONUS. Buy now and add carrying capacity to your bicycle for lots of bulky Christmas gifts! Eric N www.CampyOnly.com CampyOnlyGuy.blogspot.com Twitter: @CampyOnlyGuy -- You received this message because you

[RBW] FS: Sackville Saddlesack Large Olive

2017-11-22 Thread Eric Norris
stiffener. This bag sells for $255 on the Rivendel web site. I’ll ship this one to you for $190. Photos here: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/1l87b6yziuzszuz/AAAfC5R2lhNyj9nM4wAeP724a?dl=0 <https://www.dropbox.com/sh/1l87b6yziuzszuz/AAAfC5R2lhNyj9nM4wAeP724a?dl=0> --Eric Norris cam

[RBW] FS: Sackville Saddlesack Large Olive

2017-11-22 Thread Eric Norris
stiffener. This bag sells for $255 on the Rivendel web site. I’ll ship this one to you for $190. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com <mailto:campyonly...@me.com> @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter/Instagram) -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW O

Re: [RBW] barsack & lights?

2017-11-21 Thread Eric Norris
I keep a light on my helmet (Exposure Lights “Joystick,” but any reasonably bright lamp will work) year-‘round. In blinking mode, it helps make me more visible to motorists, and it helps light the way if I get caught out after dark, which happens occasionally even in summer. --Eric N

Re: [RBW] Panaracer Gravelking 650b - reviews - experience

2017-11-09 Thread Eric Norris
I’ve put a few hundred miles on a set of Gravelkings. My impression is that they ride as well as Pari-Motos. I haven’t had any flats with these tires that I can recall, but I can’t say for sure whether they’re more flat-resistant than other tires. One minor quibble is the size of the sidewall

Re: [RBW] Re: 3-Speed MTBing Resources?

2017-11-08 Thread Eric Norris
Sturmey Archer hubs are spaced at 120mm, but they come with spacers that allow use in wider frames. I have one on a frame with 126mm spacing and it works fine. --Eric N campyonly...@me.com www.CampyOnly.com Campyonlyguy.blogspot.com @Campyonlyguy > On Nov 8, 2017, at 12:03 PM, dougP

Re: [RBW] Re: Binder bolt and nut specs?

2017-11-07 Thread Eric Norris
Ace Hardware usually has a pretty good selection of bolts. From what I’ve learned about bicycle fasteners, chrome-plated steel is stronger than stainless, so that’s an option for you as well. --Eric Norris campyonly...@me.com @CampyOnlyguy (Twitter/Instagram) > On Nov 7, 2017, at 5:00 PM, B

Re: [RBW] Re: FS: Carradice Cadet

2017-11-04 Thread Eric Norris
I guess the cat’s out of the bag on Carradice ... Eric N www.CampyOnly.com CampyOnlyGuy.blogspot.com Twitter: @CampyOnlyGuy > On Nov 3, 2017, at 10:18 PM, Philip Williamson > wrote: > > Carradice Cadet: "Bigger than a cat." > Nelson long flap: "Cat easily fits." >

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