[RBW] Re: Did a little ride in New England

2016-07-27 Thread Iron Rider
Patrick, Thanks for correcting the link. (Not sure how that happened). Glad you enjoyed the report. -- 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] Did a little ride in New England

2016-07-26 Thread Iron Rider

[RBW] Re: Ride report about a 400K on an A.Homer Hilsen

2016-05-25 Thread Iron Rider
Thanks and actually the photo is not an illustration and there are no effects or filters. I took that shot with a point and shoot camera while doing the ride. The effects you see are the rain and motion blur from from a long shutter speed. -- You received this message because you are

[RBW] Ride report about a 400K on an A.Homer Hilsen

2016-05-24 Thread Iron Rider
For those who may be interested: http://eprider.blogspot.com/2016/05/spirited-rides-or-revisting-hierarchy.html -- 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

[RBW] Comments on Compass Crankset on an A. Homer Hilsen?

2016-03-09 Thread Iron Rider
Anyone using a Compass crankset on a Homer Hilsen? If so, what bottom bracket/spindle are you using? And what are your thoughts on the crankset itself. Feel free to email me if you'd rather comment privately. Thanks! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] EBDJ

2015-10-18 Thread Iron Rider
I'm in the third week of a month long "test" of the low carb high fat eating plan (consistent with "Eat Bacon Don't Jog.") Some observations: I have consistent high quality level of energy - no more more big fluctuations based on meals. Soreness and achiness are greatly reduced even though I

[RBW] Re: Homer goes to France to ride Paris Brest Paris - a ride report

2015-09-04 Thread Iron Rider
Thanks Andrew -- 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

Re: [RBW] Homer goes to France to ride Paris Brest Paris - a ride report

2015-09-02 Thread Iron Rider
The Pizza I had in Brest was basic take out pizza - medium crust, fresh toppings. I don't think it was particularly "french" as much as it was fast food. On Tuesday, September 1, 2015 at 10:04:39 PM UTC-4, Patrick Moore wrote: > > Congratulations, and thanks for this descriptively (objects

[RBW] Homer goes to France to ride Paris Brest Paris - a ride report

2015-09-01 Thread Iron Rider
I take pictures with a Panasonic lumix point and shoot camera while riding. After 5 years of practice I kind know where and how to point the camera to get a shot. The rest is figuring out which shots to share. Take lots of pictures but only share the good ones. -- You received this message

[RBW] Homer goes to France to ride Paris Brest Paris - a ride report

2015-08-31 Thread Iron Rider
For those who may be interested: http://eprider.blogspot.com/2015/08/living-dream-one-account-of-paris-brest.html -- 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: How was your PBP?

2015-08-31 Thread Iron Rider
It was an amazing experience. I rode my A. Homer Hilsen. The ride report is posted on the page as a new topic. On Tuesday, August 25, 2015 at 7:03:57 PM UTC-4, Lungimsam wrote: > > I know some of you were talking about it. Just wondering how you made out. > -- You received this message because

[RBW] PBP Prep - Homer and Atlantis climbing in Eastern PA - A ride report

2015-07-22 Thread Iron Rider
An installment in Homer's preparations to go to France. http://eprider.blogspot.com/2015/07/hawk-mountain-200k-digging-well.html -- 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] PBP Prep - Homer and Atlantis climbing in Eastern PA - A ride report

2015-07-22 Thread Iron Rider
what sort of gearing do you use for this hilly route? What is your cruising gear range (for flat terrain, low wind conditions)? What speed did you average over the 128 miles? I have a Rive recommended Sugino triple crank (http://www.rivbike.com/product-p/cr1.htm) and a shimano 770 11-34

[RBW] A. Homer Hilsen and Atlantis on the road to Hawk Mountain (pictures)

2015-07-04 Thread Iron Rider
A link to some pictures taken on a trip to Hawk Mountain in Pennsylvania: https://www.flickr.com/photos/58781331@N07/sets/72157655440348555 -- 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] Re: how do you carry your loaded bike?

2015-06-20 Thread Iron Rider
I stand on the non drive stand side and hold the seat tube from inside the rear triangle with my right hand and grab the stem or handlebars with my left. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] Re: A neat trick for removing pedals

2015-06-20 Thread Iron Rider
Good points. I use anti-seize on pedals, seat posts and stems. -- 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] A neat trick for removing pedals

2015-06-20 Thread Iron Rider
I found this neat little technique for removing pedals using your foot. It saved me quite a bit of time and spared me the usual skinned knuckles: http://www.condorcycles.com/workshop/how-to-remove-pedals.html -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW

[RBW] Re: how do you carry your loaded bike?

2015-06-20 Thread Iron Rider
I stand on the non drive train side and hold the seat tube from inside the rear triangle with my right hand and grab the stem or handlebars with my left. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] A brevet ride report with a Riv in the wild meeting.

2015-06-08 Thread Iron Rider
http://eprider.blogspot.com/2015/06/east-creek-600k-simmering-melange-of.html for those who may be interested. -- 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

[RBW] Re: Pushing the Quickbeam envelope

2015-04-27 Thread Iron Rider
Nice! Was it a steady grade over the 10 miles or a series of stair step climbs? -- 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] A ride report of a 300K brevet ridden on an A. Homer Hilsen

2015-04-27 Thread Iron Rider
This was my first time below 15. (I some credit to the March 30 Day cycling challenge - Now with four ways to win!) But it was also a pretty flat route for a brevet so I don't know how representative the time would be for a typical course with lots of climbing. That being said, I do plan to

[RBW] A ride report of a 300K brevet ridden on an A. Homer Hilsen

2015-04-26 Thread Iron Rider
For those who may be interested: http://eprider.blogspot.com/2015/04/nj-300k-cognitive-concordance-alternate.html -- 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

[RBW] Re: A ride report of a 300K brevet ridden on an A. Homer Hilsen

2015-04-26 Thread Iron Rider
Funny you should say that. I literally used that phrase several times during the 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

[RBW] It shoud feel like spring any time now. A ride report.

2015-03-29 Thread Iron Rider
More adventures on my A. Homer Hilsen. For those who may be interested. http://eprider.blogspot.com/2015/03/the-season-starts-anew.html -- 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

[RBW] Re: Clydesdale's -- Which Riv Model are you riding?

2015-03-29 Thread Iron Rider
I ride an A. Homer Hilsen and I weight 240 - 250+ depending on the season. I use 38 mm 650B tires and I love my 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

[RBW] Re: march cycling challenge?

2015-03-17 Thread Iron Rider
It *is* someone on the list. Thanks for sharing and participating! -- 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] A poem for winter riders

2014-12-20 Thread Iron Rider
http://eprider.blogspot.com/2014/12/solstice-ride.html -- 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

[RBW] Re: Winter means looking for problems that might not exist and solving them. Hence, Stem Shifters!

2014-11-23 Thread Iron Rider
I solved that problem with down tube shifters. I really like it. -- 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: thump thump of supple tires

2014-10-20 Thread Iron Rider
I had a regular thump thump in a 650 B supple tire. But it went away when the supple sidewall had an explosive blowout. I have since used hypetex (kevlar) reinforced sidewalls. You may want to check the integrity of your sidewalls for any signs of delamination. -- You received this message

Re: [RBW] Re: A. Homer visits the Big Apple - A report on a ride from NYC to Bear Mountain.

2014-10-16 Thread Iron Rider
Jim B. You're absolutely right. The randos I have met, and I have met quite a few, have been a great group of people. -- 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: Pikes Peak Highway, First Attempt

2014-10-16 Thread Iron Rider
Inspiring report, great pictures. 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-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this

[RBW] A. Homer visits the Big Apple - A report on a ride from NYC to Bear Mountain.

2014-10-15 Thread Iron Rider
For those who may be interested: http://eprider.blogspot.com/2014/10/new-york-city-200k-crossing-to-other.html -- 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: A. Homer visits the Big Apple - A report on a ride from NYC to Bear Mountain.

2014-10-15 Thread Iron Rider
I gave this rando thing a try 4 years ago and haven't stopped since. I would never try to talk anyone into doing this sport but I would tell anyone that if you love to ride a bike, enjoy some of the best scenery offered to cyclists and relish a challenge - Randonneuring offers it all. --

Re: [RBW] Re: A. Homer visits the Big Apple - A report on a ride from NYC to Bear Mountain.

2014-10-15 Thread Iron Rider
I gave this rando thing a try 4 years ago and haven't stopped since. I would never try to talk anyone into doing this sport but I would tell anyone that if you love to ride a bike, enjoy some of the best scenery offered to cyclists and relish a challenge - Randonneuring offers it all. --

[RBW] Heat, hills and humidity

2014-09-23 Thread Iron Rider
An A Homer Hilsen ride report for those who may be interested: http://eprider.blogspot.com/2014/09/hills-heat-and-humidty-leesburg-to.html. -- 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] Re: Latest DIY Project: Making a Baggins Boxy Rando bag more....um....BOXY!

2014-09-19 Thread Iron Rider
Nice job. What did you use for the cross bar? Also, you could use that to hang an internal sleeve - and add another pocket to the bacg. On Tuesday, September 16, 2014 2:30:39 AM UTC-4, Bill Lindsay wrote: Tonight I made a custom crossbar for my Nitto F-15 which totally squared up the front

Re: [RBW] For sale: One barely used Grand Boise Lierre tire 650B x 38. $30 + shipping. Send me a PM if interested.

2014-09-03 Thread Iron Rider
Update: The tire has been sold. -- 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

[RBW] For sale: One barely used Grand Boise Lierre tire 650B x 38. $30 + shipping. Send me a PM if interested.

2014-08-29 Thread Iron Rider
For sale: One barely used Grand Boise Lierre tire 650B x 38. $30 + shipping. Send me a PM if interested. -- 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] Riding in the rain.

2014-08-24 Thread Iron Rider
For those who may be interested. I rode all day yesterday. It rained. I wrote about it here: http://eprider.blogspot.com/2014/08/summer-rain-nj-transit-200k.html -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group

[RBW] Re: Riding in the rain.

2014-08-24 Thread Iron Rider
I thought, Yeah, wait till the screaming, near freezing descent that will have you wishing for wool hat, gloves and more wool under that ventile! Grin. But then I remembered this was NJ, not Colorado. Grin. Oh we got a taste of downhill chill! That's why it's about Summer rain. Cold rain is

Re: [RBW] Re: One week without a front derailleur

2014-08-10 Thread Iron Rider
On Monday, June 16, 2014 10:35:09 AM UTC-4, Patrick Moore wrote: (Yes, I do consider the 39 on my Ram as a granny -- my small cog is a 16.) I am curious. What size and number cogs do you run 16 - ? and I assume that you had to assemble yourself or was is sold in that configuration

[RBW] From them to now to next. A ride report . . .

2014-07-29 Thread Iron Rider
Alternate title: Finding Tranquility on my A.H.H. http://eprider.blogspot.com/2014/07/sometimes-brevet-is-just-bike-ride.html Epilogue: Rest in peace Mrs. O. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group

[RBW] Re: Ride Report: An account of my circumnavigation of the Great Lake Ontario on an A. Homer Hilsen.

2014-07-16 Thread Iron Rider
Jim Bronson is correct. We were following a set route and can't deviate and still get credit. Also, I frankly didn't know about the waterfront trail (until after) since we rely on the route designer to set the course. The riders have been giving feedback in the hopes of avoiding this happening

Re: [RBW] Re: Ride Report: An account of my circumnavigation of the Great Lake Ontario on an A. Homer Hilsen.

2014-07-16 Thread Iron Rider
Trevor, I didn't mean to paint all Torontonians with the same brush. There were some who were safe drivers (thank goodness) However, the ratio of bad to good and the extremeness of the bad driving definitely left an overall negative impression and a sense that the bad driving was not an

[RBW] Ride Report: An account of my circumnavigation of the Great Lake Ontario on an A. Homer Hilsen.

2014-07-14 Thread Iron Rider
A three day ride around a great lake: http://eprider.blogspot.com/2014/07/crossing-boundaries-lap-of-lake-ontario.html -- 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: 9 hours of single track singlespeed

2014-07-01 Thread Iron Rider
That's a really scenic area you get to ride in. Nice pictures. -- 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] A ride report on my summer soltice ride

2014-06-25 Thread Iron Rider
Jim Which 600 did you 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 rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email

Re: [RBW] A ride report on my summer soltice ride

2014-06-25 Thread Iron Rider
Thanks Tony. -- 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] A ride report on my summer soltice ride

2014-06-24 Thread Iron Rider
http://eprider.blogspot.com/2014/06/on-day-that-sun-stands-still-east-creek.html -- 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] I took my Homer to the Shawangunk Mountains for a day. (A ride report)

2014-06-11 Thread Iron Rider
Yes. I think you can ride your own ride even when riding someone else's pace. As Deacon, suggested, if you're comfortable with pushing the pace (or slowing it down) to ride with others then that is your ride for that event. In my experience, riding slow to stay with someone when you'd much

[RBW] I took my Homer to the Shawangunk Mountains for a day. (A ride report)

2014-06-09 Thread Iron Rider
For those who may be interested: http://eprider.blogspot.com/2014/06/englewood-400k-longest-of-short-rides.html -- 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

[RBW] Re: Help me decide

2014-06-09 Thread Iron Rider
The Atlantis would be fine. In fact. I weigh a little more than you and ride my A. Homer Hilsen over the same terrain that you describe while carrying light loads. The Homer is a less stout frame than the Atlantis and has done right by me. So the Atlantis would certainly be OK. -- You

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

2014-05-12 Thread Iron Rider
I think that reduced body weight makes much more of a difference even lb for lb. Even with no change in strength, reduced body weight increases strength to weight ratio. Lighter body weight increases VO2Max, i.e. results in increased performance. Reduced body weight also requires less

[RBW] The best bike ever?

2014-05-12 Thread Iron Rider
A blogpost on what may be the best bike ever. http://eprider.blogspot.com/2014/05/why-my-bicycle-is-better-than-yours.html -- 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,

[RBW] Re: Ring the Peak Birthday Ride

2014-05-10 Thread Iron Rider
Congrats on making another lap around the sun. Enjoyed the pictures! -- 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] Using my Rivendell to find grace and humility - a ride report

2014-05-04 Thread Iron Rider
I ride long distances. Sometimes I find interesting things along the way. Yesterday was on of those times. http://eprider.blogspot.com/2014/05/pa-300k-grace-and-humility.html -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe

[RBW] Re: Ride Report: 11-Mile Canyon backroads

2014-05-04 Thread Iron Rider
Great collection! -- 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

Re: [RBW] A bike video of a 24 hour ride. Homer played well with others.

2014-04-28 Thread Iron Rider
That was not me but having run Xmas lights on my bike this past winter, I know that they are battery powered outdoor string lights. They don't have bulbs per se. They are more line a wire that has an in line LED. On Monday, April 28, 2014 3:09:25 PM UTC-4, Jim Bronson wrote: Is that you with

Re: [RBW] A bike video of a 24 hour ride. Homer played well with others.

2014-04-28 Thread Iron Rider
There were two fixies on the team. On Monday, April 28, 2014 8:08:51 PM UTC-4, Eric Norris wrote: Nice video! Was the single speed bike fixed or free? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] A bike video of a 24 hour ride. Homer played well with others.

2014-04-27 Thread Iron Rider
I took my Homer Hilsen on a 24 hour ride and then made a 3 min video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DgZZwCunpEA -- 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

[RBW] Re: Riding in a Winter Wonderland!

2014-04-14 Thread Iron Rider
That is some beautiful country! What part of the world is it. And nice facial snow! -- 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] From the Mountains to the Sea with A. Homer Hilsen.

2014-04-14 Thread Iron Rider
A tale of two rides: http://eprider.blogspot.com/2014/04/2014-april-200k-change-in-perspective.html -- 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: A Sam Hillborne (ridden by Steve) an Atlantis (ridden by Chris) and an A. Homer Hilsen (ridden) by me meet on a brevet.

2014-03-24 Thread Iron Rider
Thanks for the fix Tony. -- 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: A Sam Hillborne (ridden by Steve) an Atlantis (ridden by Chris) and an A. Homer Hilsen (ridden) by me meet on a brevet.

2014-03-24 Thread Iron Rider
And this is the correct link for the ride report: http://eprider.blogspot.com/2014/03/pennsylvania-blue-mountain-200k-riding.htmlhttp://eprider.blogspot.com/2014/03/pennsylvania-blue-mountain-200k-riding.htmlhttp://eprider.blogspot.com/2014/03/pennsylvania-blue-mountain-200k-riding.html --

[RBW] Re: A Sam Hillborne (ridden by Steve) an Atlantis (ridden by Chris) and an A. Homer Hilsen (ridden) by me meet on a brevet.

2014-03-24 Thread Iron Rider
The corrected link : http://eprider.blogspot.com/2014/03/pennsylvania-blue-mountain-200k-riding.htm -- 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: A Sam Hillborne (ridden by Steve) an Atlantis (ridden by Chris) and an A. Homer Hilsen (ridden) by me meet on a brevet.

2014-03-24 Thread Iron Rider
Thanks DP. Sounds like you were a freshman when I was a senior (Class of 84). Take those winter legs out for a spin. They'll thank you later! On Sunday, March 23, 2014 8:55:41 PM UTC-4, Deacon Patrick wrote: Thank for guiding me back on track, Tony. Grin. Great report! Thanks. I love

[RBW] Re: A Sam Hillborne (ridden by Steve) an Atlantis (ridden by Chris) and an A. Homer Hilsen (ridden) by me meet on a brevet.

2014-03-24 Thread Iron Rider
Thanks Partick. It sounds like you were a freshman when I was a senior (Class of 84). Take those winter legs out for a spin. They'll thank you later! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and

[RBW] A Sam Hillborne (ridden by Steve) an Atlantis (ridden by Chris) and an A. Homer Hilsen (ridden) by me meet on a brevet.

2014-03-23 Thread Iron Rider
And this is the ride report: http://eprider.blogspot.com/2014/03/pennsylvania-blue-mountain-200k-riding.htmlhttp://eprider.blogspot.com/2014/03/pennsylvania-blue-mountain-200k-riding.html -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To

Re: [RBW] Re: Multiple grand randonnees on a Rivendell.

2014-02-10 Thread Iron Rider
, why 90 hours rather than an even 4 days? With abandon, Patrick On Saturday, February 8, 2014 6:08:36 AM UTC-7, Iron Rider wrote: A 1200k brevet is a 750 mile ride that has to be completed in less than 90 hours. Bill and Mark Olsen regularly ride these epic events. Mark rides an A. Homer

[RBW] Re: Multiple grand randonnees on a Rivendell.

2014-02-09 Thread Iron Rider
Yes! -- 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] Multiple grand randonnees on a Rivendell.

2014-02-08 Thread Iron Rider
A 1200k brevet is a 750 mile ride that has to be completed in less than 90 hours. Bill and Mark Olsen regularly ride these epic events. Mark rides an A. Homer Hilsen. They recently completed an interview describing their approach. You can read it here:

Re: [RBW] Multiple grand randonnees on a Rivendell.

2014-02-08 Thread Iron Rider
doing together. Cheers, David it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. - Seth Vidal On Sat, Feb 8, 2014 at 5:08 AM, Iron Rider 100...@gmail.com javascript: wrote: A 1200k brevet is a 750 mile ride that has to be completed in less than 90 hours. Bill and Mark Olsen regularly ride

Re: [RBW] Multiple grand randonnees on a Rivendell.

2014-02-08 Thread Iron Rider
doing together. Cheers, David it isn't a contest. Just enjoy the ride. - Seth Vidal On Sat, Feb 8, 2014 at 5:08 AM, Iron Rider 100...@gmail.com javascript: wrote: A 1200k brevet is a 750 mile ride that has to be completed in less than 90 hours. Bill and Mark Olsen regularly ride

[RBW] Re: Hetres are done.The search continues.

2014-01-09 Thread Iron Rider
Yes and yes. It is feasible and I do now carry a spare folding tire (SOMA B) which I hope is for a problem that is too rare to worry about. I justify carrying the extra weight by switiching both tire and tube when there is a flat which save a good several minutes and allows me to repair the

Re: [RBW] Re: Hetres are done.The search continues.

2014-01-09 Thread Iron Rider
The fix was actually a multi-layered set up. Between the tube and the tire I used a Park Took tire patch. However, after an hour or so it began to bulge a bit so I wrapped the whole shebang in duct tape and unnattached the rim brake. The duct tape really seemed to keep the bulge from growing

Re: [RBW] Re: Hetres are done.The search continues.

2014-01-08 Thread Iron Rider
In my opinion, the sidewall was not cut. It appears to have delaminated. The fibers are layered in cross hatch pattern and the layers separated allowing the blowout to occur. There was no brake contact with the side wall and no sign of any abrasion or cutting of the sidewall. The blowout was

Re: [RBW] Re: Hetres are done.The search continues.

2014-01-08 Thread Iron Rider
Another rider gave me one of those and it worked initially. I added the duct tape when I saw slight bulge develop and did not want to risk another blowout because I did not have another boot and I have over one hundred miles left to ride. I now carry a couple just in case. -- You received

[RBW] Re: Hetres are done.The search continues.

2014-01-07 Thread Iron Rider
https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-RS4O3yAbSqk/UsxNlzDIhwI/ErU/ZraBVNoc37Q/s1600/blowout.jpg I had a sidewall blowout on my Grand Bois Lierres. I won't be buying those again. http://eprider.blogspot.com/2013/06/images-from-catskill-600k.html On Thursday, November 28, 2013 12:15:56

[RBW] I took A. Homer Hilsen for a winter solstice ride.

2013-12-22 Thread Iron Rider
And here is the story of what happened: http://eprider.blogspot.com/2013/12/winter-solstice-ride.html -- 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: I took A. Homer Hilsen for a winter solstice ride.

2013-12-22 Thread Iron Rider
Thanks! On Sunday, December 22, 2013 10:10:02 AM UTC-5, WETH wrote: Your description and photos seem to capture this event perfectly. Thanks for sharing your experiences. I am inspired to get out and ride. Thanks. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[RBW] Re: Hetres are done.The search continues.

2013-12-02 Thread Iron Rider
I had major sidewall blowout with the GB lierre: http://eprider.blogspot.com/2013/06/images-from-catskill-600k.html I won't be buying that tire again. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] Re: Favorite Bike Build-up 'Secret'

2013-11-20 Thread Iron Rider
I send this comment: On Wednesday, November 20, 2013 4:52:23 PM UTC-5, dougP wrote: Anti-sieze compound for stuff like stems, seat posts, pedals, cranks, etc. Anything subject to corrosion, especially aluminum / steel interfaces. Permatex anti-sieze hangs around long after grease, even

[RBW] R

2013-11-16 Thread Iron Rider
-- 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] Riv in the wild - NJ

2013-11-16 Thread Iron Rider
Nice Rivendell seen in NJ - http://www.flickr.com/photos/58781331@N07/10669854136/in/photostream/ -- 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] 200k ride, 2 Rivendells in the wild. 1 video

2013-11-05 Thread Iron Rider
OOPS! I may have posted from the admin side. The public link is here: http://www.eprider.blogspot.com/2013/11/central-jersey-200k-come-and-dance-with.html On Monday, November 4, 2013 6:45:48 PM UTC-5, Jim Bronson wrote: It said my current account didn't have access to your blog...not sure

Re: [RBW] 200k ride, 2 Rivendells in the wild. 1 video

2013-11-05 Thread Iron Rider
Thanks Jeff! On Monday, November 4, 2013 7:20:45 PM UTC-5, sameness wrote: Public link: eprider.blogspot.com/2013/11/central-jersey-200k-come-and-dance-with.html Jeff Hagedorn Warragul, VIC Australia -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW

[RBW] 200k ride, 2 Rivendells in the wild. 1 video

2013-11-04 Thread Iron Rider
For those who may be interested: http://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=6394915007936833307#allposts. -- 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: Homer goes to Amish country.

2013-10-31 Thread Iron Rider
According the the interwebs the use of bicycles by the Amish vary according to Geography. They are not permitted in Lancaster County but are permitted in other areas. *The PA Amish church placed a taboo on the bicycle in order to keep youth close to home. However, non-motorized scooters are

[RBW] Re: Need collectives help on color choice.

2013-10-30 Thread Iron Rider
Orange. For sure. -- 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: Homer goes to Amish country.

2013-10-30 Thread Iron Rider
8:45:36 AM UTC-7, Iron Rider wrote: Of Tibetan flags, tempest winds and Blood, sweat and tears (the band). An A. Homer Hilsen ride report for those who may be interested: http://eprider.blogspot.com/2013/10/schuylkill-to-susquehanna.html -- You received this message because you

[RBW] Re: Homer goes to Amish country.

2013-10-28 Thread Iron Rider
Thank you. -- 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] Homer goes to Amish country.

2013-10-27 Thread Iron Rider
Of Tibetan flags, tempest winds and Blood, sweat and tears (the band). An A. Homer Hilsen ride report for those who may be interested: http://eprider.blogspot.com/2013/10/schuylkill-to-susquehanna.html -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners

[RBW] Re: H. Homer Hilsen goes to the North Country. A ride report and flick link

2013-08-09 Thread Iron Rider
I spent my youth climbing the White mountains in summer, and skiing them in the winter. You have have been a strong youth! -- 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] H. Homer Hilsen goes to the North Country. A ride report and flick link

2013-08-06 Thread Iron Rider
For those who may be interested: http://eprider.blogspot.com/2013/08/a-notch-above-north-country-600k-and.html -- 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

[RBW] Re: Looking for Adirondack route suggestions.

2013-07-26 Thread Iron Rider
Thanks for the advice and the link. This looks like a great resource. -- 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] Looking for Adirondack route suggestions.

2013-07-24 Thread Iron Rider
I will be spending about a week in the Loon Lake area of the the Adirondacks. I would be interested in doing some rides in the area. Any suggestions? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

[RBW] Re: I rode my A. Homer Hilsen on a 600K brevet (a link to a blogpost)

2013-06-14 Thread Iron Rider
and comfort become HUGE factors that only grow in significance as the distance grows. On Tuesday, June 11, 2013 7:10:43 PM UTC-4, Iron Rider wrote: and this is what happened. http://eprider.blogspot.com/2013/06/catskill-600k-mediations-in-mountains.html -- You received this message because

[RBW] Re: I rode my A. Homer Hilsen on a 600K brevet (a link to a blogpost)

2013-06-14 Thread Iron Rider
Absolutely. I hope to do a 1000 and a 1200 this year. On Thursday, June 13, 2013 12:43:24 PM UTC-4, Mike wrote: The images from the ride were great. Beautiful country. Sounds like a brevet to remember. And yeah, Homer is definitely a capable randonneuring bike. Any other randonnuering

[RBW] I rode my A. Homer Hilsen on a 600K brevet (a link to a blogpost)

2013-06-11 Thread Iron Rider
and this is what happened. http://eprider.blogspot.com/2013/06/catskill-600k-mediations-in-mountains.html -- 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] A. Homer Hilsen visits Gettysburg (or what I did this weekend)

2013-05-08 Thread Iron Rider
A report on a long ride to, through and from Gettysburg. Pictures too. http://eprider.blogspot.com/2013/05/leesburg-400k-with-roma-randonneurs-of.html -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop

  1   2   >